Good morning, Idaho Falls.

The City of Idaho Falls is joining a $25,000 in 25 Hours online challenge to support local families in need and Community Food Basket’s food assistance efforts.

The fundraiser will begin at 12:00 p.m. Friday, July 3 and run until 1:00 p.m. Saturday, July 4 (donations are accepted via Venmo).

Idaho Falls resident Javier Hurtado is hosting a drive to collect non-perishable foods, hygiene supplies, and clothing for Venezuelans hurt by recent earthquakes.

The event is open daily from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at 2696 North 25th East (Cherry Glass and AdvantaServ) until Thursday.

Emily Barker, a firefighter who trained in Idaho Falls (and was featured in an EastIdahoNews video in May 2019), was killed along with two colleagues when a burnover incident overtook them while battling the Snyder Fire on the Colorado-Utah border; two other firefighters were hospitalized.

After a bomb threat led to an evacuation at Yellowstone Bear World yesterday, the Madison County Sheriff’s Office found no explosives — and the park reopened as detectives work to identify the source of the threat.

Carolina Zamudio Heliker, a local birthright citizen, celebrated Tuesday’s Supreme Court ruling that upheld the 14th Amendment — noting the decision confirms opportunities for families and eases uncertainty, while the Hispanic Foundation of Idaho said it secures protections for future generations.

The Supreme Court upheld birthright citizenship under the 14th Amendment Tuesday and a local citizen said the ruling reaffirms the chance for opportunity as her family's sacrifice led her to college, while the Idaho Hispanic Foundation welcomed the decision as proof that Constitutional protections remain intact.

Idaho Vintage Motor Car Club Monthly Meeting

All Day — City Bagels and Bakery — Free entry — Gather around classic automobiles and share stories at this friendly club meetup.

July Chamber Connect Lunch

12:00 – 1:30 PM — Westbank Convention Center — Chamber Member $25, Non-Member $35 — Network with local businesses and enjoy lunch while gaining insights from keynote speakers.

Chukars vs. Voyagers Baseball Game

$1 hot dog night — 7:05 – 10:05 PM — Melaleuca Field — Enjoy a fun evening of Chukars baseball with affordable snacks.

Great Falls Voyagers vs Idaho Falls Chukars

7:05-10:05 p.m. — Melaleuca Field — Free cap for first 500 attendees — Celebrate with Dally from Shoshone Bannock at a fun baseball game.

Billings Mustangs vs Idaho Falls Chukars

7:05-10:05 p.m. — Melaleuca Field — Free entry — Enjoy a thrilling baseball game with a chance to snag a reversible jersey giveaway.

Mountain West Pulling Nationals Truck and Tractor Pulls

6-9 p.m. — Sandy Downs — Tickets from $68 — Experience thrilling truck and tractor pulls in Idaho Falls at this can't-miss event.

Christmas in July 5K/10K/Half Marathon

7 a.m. – 11:59 p.m. — Snake River Boat Launch — Registration fee applies — Celebrate the holiday spirit in the summer with a festive run along the scenic Snake River.

Ladies Lunch Gathering

11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. — Jakers Bar and Grill — Free entry — Connect with other women over lunch and bring a friend for a delightful time.

Firefighter Storytime

10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. — Idaho Falls Public Library — Free entry — Celebrate reading with local heroes at this fun, community-oriented storytime event.

The Walk-Up Protocol Workshop

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Melaleuca Field — Free entry — Discover the emotional tools to elevate your performance through music and insightful discussions.