Good morning, Idaho Falls.

Heroes Defense, led by Travis Snowder, will host 10th 9/11 gala on Sept.

5 at Mountain America Center to honor first responders — keynote speakers include Rob O’Neill, Kevin Calhoun and Ray 'Cash Care. A block party on Sept. 4 on Park Avenue will have food and Nate Burnham concert.

Thornshire Renaissance Faire in Rigby runs its 'Challengers of the Round Table' season at Krupp Scout Hollow from today to Aug.

29. The festival will host a King’s Feast on Saturday at 8 p.m. that features dining & VIP experience for advance ticket buyers at $75.

Emmett School District reported that cracks and moisture in the high school domes are under review by engineers as part of its 10-year maintenance plan.

A public meeting will be held on Monday, Aug. 17 at 6 p.m. at the school where tours are scheduled before and after the meeting.

On Thursday, Aug. 13, College of Eastern Idaho opened its new Battelle Energy Alliance Future Tech Building in Idaho Falls; the $52 million facility with 12 labs and 10 classrooms will serve up to 1,000 students beginning Aug.

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Heise Road at the Snake River Bridge on 5050 E was closed yesterday after heavy rainfall caused mudslides and exposed a fire scar from the Big Rock Fire, and officials warned residents to steer clear as more rain is forecast.

Snake River Animal Shelter veterinarian Dr. Kasey Sweeney advises pet owners to brush pets' teeth twice a day with a pet or child toothbrush to keep them healthy.

The shelter is open at 3000 Lindsay Boulevard (Tuesday–Friday 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Saturday until 5 p.m.) for pet adoptions.