Good morning, Idaho Falls.

A 27-year-old man identified as Brady Merriweather died after losing control of his Infiniti Q50 during a street race near a Phillips 66 gas station on West 17th Street Tuesday night—police said he collided with a wall while racing a light-colored truck and investigators are asking witnesses for additional information.

State and federal agencies put Stage 1 fire restrictions in place across eastern Idaho because the area has been extremely dry and hot this summer.

The rules—banning campfires, stove fires and open fires outside special areas—aim to reduce the risk of costly wildfires.

State and Federal Land Management agencies implemented fire restrictions in eastern Idaho at midnight on August 7 to lower the number of preventable fires+the new policy covers forest and rangelands in counties including Bannock, Bear Lake, Bingham, Bonneville, Butte, Caribou, Clark, Franklin, Fremont, Jefferson, Madison, Power, Oneida and Teton+.

The American Red Cross is urging blood donors and offering free A1C testing—plus a $15 e-gift card for donations through August 28.

Donors with type O positive or B negative blood are especially encouraged to donate.

Eastern Idaho Public Health reported a case of measles in an unvaccinated adolescent traveler who self-isolated after a healthcare provider observed measles symptoms, and officials are monitoring household contacts for possible exposure.

Kids Triathlon at Wes Deist Aquatic Center

5:00 AM – 12:30 PM — Wes Deist Aquatic Center — Free entry — The Aquatic Center is closed for the Kids 'Tri' Harder Triathlon, promoting youth participation in sports.

Lifeguarding Class Registration

9 AM — Wes Deist Aquatic Center — Registration required — Enhance your skills and safety awareness with a comprehensive lifeguarding course.

Great Falls Voyagers at Idaho Falls Chukars

12-3 a.m. — Melaleuca Field — First 500 fans receive a baseball giveaway — Experience a thrilling minor league baseball matchup between the Chukars and Voyagers.

BBSI New Leader Workshop

12-4 p.m. — BBSI — Ticket info available — Essential skills workshop for first-time supervisors aiming for team success.

Live United 2025 Concert Series

6-8:30 p.m. — The Waterfront at Snake River Landing — Fundraiser event — Celebrate summer with live music supporting local feeding programs.

Zoo Brew

5-9 p.m. — Tautphaus Park Zoo — Tickets required — Enjoy a wild evening of craft brews and live music while supporting the Idaho Falls Zoo.

Family Mud Run 2025

10 AM – 1 PM — Sandy Downs Advisory Committee — $20 Individual, $50 Family Pass — Get ready to tackle muddy obstacles in a fun, family-friendly atmosphere!

Vocal Performance Group Auditions

6-9 p.m. — Community Youth in Action — Audition fee applicable — Showcase your talent and join a vibrant community of young performers.

ERISA Summit 2025

8:00-10:30 a.m. — The DEC - The Downtown Event Center — Registration costs vary — Explore retirement and healthcare plan management with leading industry experts.

BBSI Lunch & Learn: Problem Solving with the 5 Whys

11:30 a.m. — BBSI — Free entry — Dive into the 5 Whys technique to boost your problem-solving skills over lunch.