Good morning, Idaho Falls.

The Snake River Stock Car Association is hosting a fan appreciation event for high-speed dirt track racing tomorrow at Idaho Falls Raceway located at 8433 West Arco Highway with go-kart races for kids at 5 p.m. and car races at 7 p.m.—the event will also offer bounce houses, face painting, a 50/50 raffle for the Idaho Falls Rescue Mission, and a canned food drive.

Elizabeth Smart will visit Ammon on Sept.

3 as the keynote speaker for a Fall Ball fundraiser that supports her foundation’s work to end sexual violence and help survivors. The event at the Brickyard Event Center will begin at 6 p.m.—offering dinner, desserts, and survivor-centered activities.

A 49-year-old Madison County man, Jeremy Paul Hurst, died when his motorcycle collided with a parked garbage truck on 160th E near Old Ririe Highway around 12:30 p.m. as emergency responders including Bonneville County Sheriff’s Deputies — Idaho Falls Ambulance and Jefferson Central Fire — worked to free him from beneath the truck.

Jeff Henry and his family formed Family Tree Lemonade Co.—a gourmet lemonade business started after his heart condition was diagnosed in July 2024.

They will expand with a new mobile food trailer and attend local events such as the Community Market on Aug. 23.

Idaho Falls Downtown Development Corporation paused its app-based paid parking system— and will instead focus on upgrading signage and refining permits in existing lots— to boost parking availability after feedback from downtown business owners.

Eastern Idaho Public Health confirmed the first measles case in an Idaho resident since 1991 in an unvaccinated child from Bonneville County on Thursday—health officials reported the case is linked to an international traveler from last week.

They said contacts are being monitored to prevent further spread—residents are urged to check their vaccination records.

Razor’s Edge Boxing Club, a nonprofit for at-risk youth, is hosting its seventh annual Rumble at the Bonneville County 4-H Complex in Idaho Falls on Saturday.

The event features 28 fights with headliner 20-year-old Saul Juarez set for a rematch — gates open at 3 p.m. and fights start at 4 p.m. — local fans are encouraged to attend.

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.

Fall/Winter Consignment Sale

August 21-23 — Idaho Falls Family YMCA Indoor Sports Arena — Contact for consignor info — Discover savings on all things for kids this Fall/Winter.

Riley Green Concert Featuring Ella Langley

7-9 p.m. — Mountain America Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the raw talent of Ella Langley opening for Riley Green in a night of country music.

Early Retirement Planning Class

10:30-11:30 a.m. — Idaho Falls Public Library — Free entry — Discover how to achieve your dream of early retirement with expert guidance.

Open Mic Night

7:30-9:30 p.m. — The Celt Pub & Grill — Free entry — Calling all artists to showcase their talent in a friendly environment.

Mike Banks Jazz Quartet

7-8 p.m. — Greenbelt Stage — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of smooth jazz in the scenic setting of Idaho Falls.

Coaching and Accountability Workshop

12-4 p.m. — BBSI Idaho Falls — Lunch provided — Dive into effective coaching techniques to enhance accountability skills.