Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 11th of July.
Good morning, Idaho Falls.
Construction for a new roundabout will begin tomorrow at the intersection of Birch Street and South Boulevard.
The project, which aims to reduce conflict points and improve traffic, will shut the intersection for 30 days (closing it completely) until work finishes in late fall.
Idaho Falls Fire EMS Division Chief Chase Mills explained that at Station One teams handle about 15,000 911 calls a year for medical emergencies, including trauma and childbirth.
Paramedics such as Ryan Taggart (who often use life-saving methods) and EMT Donovan Hendrix continue rigorous training to respond quickly.
Rodizio Grill, formerly Tche Brazilian Grill, offers unlimited meats and a potato salad recipe from the founder’s mother at its Brazilian steakhouse in Idaho Falls (open Monday through Thursday from 4 to 8 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 12 to 9 p.m., and Sunday from 12 to 7 p.m.).
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.
Exhibit Opening: Walking the Divide
5:30-7:30 p.m. — The Art Museum of Eastern Idaho — Free entry — Explore immersive installations reflecting on ecology and human interaction with landscapes.
Wines in the Wild: A Global Wine Tasting Experience
5:30-8:30 p.m. — Idaho Falls Zoo at Tautphaus Park — Price varies — Savor exquisite wines from around the globe while enjoying live local art in a beautiful zoo setting.
Kpop and Coffee Picnic
1:00 p.m. — Longfellow Elementary Lawn — Free entry — Celebrate summer with Kpop tunes and community vibes over coffee and snacks.
Idaho's Best Barberfest
8:30 a.m. - 8 p.m. — The DEC - The Downtown Event Center — Free parking — A vibrant gathering for education, networking, and friendly competition in the barbering community.
Idaho Falls Chukars Game Night
11:59 PM — Melaleuca Field — $5 tickets — Enjoy a night of baseball and snag a team poster of your favorite Chukars.
Midsummer Eve's Ball
6:30-9:00 p.m. — Idaho Falls Public Library — Free for library members, $6 for non-members, $10 for couples — An enchanting evening of dance, music, and fantasy awaits on the library lawn.
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