Good morning, Idaho Falls.

Snake River Animal Shelter received new funding from The Grey Muzzle Organization to help more senior dogs stay with their families and avoid euthanasia — the competitive grant supports care programs and best practices after being awarded on August 6 in Idaho Falls.

The Upper Mesa Falls Recreation area in Ashton is closing for the season on Aug.

10 for planned renovations that include road repairs and chip sealing, while the lower Mesa Falls area remains open with hiking trails and scenic overlooks.

Airbnb.org is partnering with Washington 211 to provide temporary housing for residents displaced by wildfires, including those from Washington counties and tribal communities now in Idaho (call 1-877-211-9274).

The nonprofit is closely watching events after a recent fire in Madison County forced local evacuations.

The Dr. Ding body shop at 945 East Lincoln Road in Idaho Falls, known for its paintless dent removal service, has served locals for over 30 years.

Manager Payden Smith says the shop fixes minor dents faster+cheaper with special tools that massage metal from the inside.

Firefighters improved containment of the Big Rock Fire that burned 2,149 acres and was 30% contained as of Thursday morning near Heise (20 miles northwest of Idaho Falls); the fire was caused by lightning and crews continued securing roads and public access.

Wildfires are causing smoky air across eastern Idaho as the DEQ issued alerts for sensitive groups in several counties from Monday through Wednesday; new warnings cover additional areas as of Thursday.

Idaho State Police has issued a safety warning for visitors to Raspberry Days, urging everyone to wear seat belts, life jackets, and avoid impaired driving after several fatal incidents this summer.

The agency is partnering with county and state groups to boost law enforcement near Bear Lake (all aiming to keep the event safe).

INL and NASA are advancing nuclear propulsion for space missions using lighter reactors.

NASA official Jared Isaacman is visiting INL in Idaho Falls today to tour the facility that is developing power systems for a potential lunar reactor by 2030.

Ten pets are up for adoption at Snake River Animal Shelter on 3000 Lindsay Boulevard in Idaho Falls.

The shelter is open Tuesday through Friday from 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. & Saturday until 5 p.m. for visits.

Summerween Craft Event

1-2 p.m. — The Heart Event Center — Cost not specified — Celebrate creativity with spooky crafts and cool snacks.

Heart Transplant Fundraiser Concert

7-11 p.m. — The Heart Event Center — Fundraiser event — All Metal concert supporting a heart transplant for a musician's daughter.