Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of July.
Good morning, Idaho Falls.
Today, Mountain America Center hosts its 2nd annual Summer Market Days with over 100 vendors, food trucks, live entertainment, and family activities.
The indoor market closes at 6 p.m. with an outdoor concert (5 to 8 p.m.); Saturday’s market runs 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 1690 Event Center Drive.
Local officers and firefighters are set to play the 15th annual Guns vs. Hoses Charity Softball Game today at Melaleuca Field — gates open at 6 PM and play begins at 7 PM — to raise funds for Make-A-Wish Idaho.
Steve Hunter was named interim CEO of the Greater Idaho Falls Chamber of Commerce after Paul Baker resigned on July 3; he brings years of experience with the organization as the board prepares for an independent financial audit.
On Monday, the Idaho Falls Art Council will celebrate Carrie Schied’s legacy by unveiling a new bench called Carrie On along the Snake River, commissioned by Carrie Wildman to honor her pioneer work on the Art you can Sit On program and provide a new resting spot for the community.
DOE Assistant Secretary Tim Walsh visited the Idaho Environmental Coalition at INL on Thursday, July 16 to review nuclear waste cleanup under a 10-year $6.4 billion project from a 1995 settlement agreement (which has already treated 400,000 gallons of waste).
His visit highlighted innovation in managing nuclear materials.
Misa, a gentle 1.5-year-old Akita mix who loves outdoor play and fetch, is the Pet of the Week at Snake River Animal Shelter on Lindsay Boulevard.
The shelter is open (10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Tuesday to Friday and until 5 p.m. on Saturday) for visitors to meet her.
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.
Christmas in July Baseball Game
7:05-10:05 p.m. — Melaleuca Field — Special event pricing — Celebrate Santa's early arrival with festive jerseys and Braves Hats at the ballpark.
Bonneville Class of 2006 Reunion
6:30-8:30 p.m. — The Arbor Event Center — Cost information not provided — Celebrate 20 years since graduation with fellow classmates from Bonneville High School.
Vegas McGraw LIVE at Roadhouse Saloon
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Roadhouse Saloon — Free entry — Experience the world's #1 Tim McGraw Tribute Artist along with hits from Elvis, Cash, and more in one unforgettable night.
Summer Art Camp: Art Throughout Time
10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — The Art Museum of Eastern Idaho — Cost info not specified — Explore the evolution of art from ancient times to today’s modern movements.
River Concert Series: Lil' Red
7-8 p.m. — Greenbelt Stage — Free entry — Enjoy free summer concerts featuring local and regional musicians in a scenic riverside setting.
Triumph Demo Days: Experience the Tiger & Scrambler Range
2-5 p.m. — Triumph Idaho Falls - Rev Motorsports — RSVP required — Test ride Triumph’s versatile Tiger and Scrambler models designed for all-road adventure.
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