Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 15th of August.
Good morning, Idaho Falls.
🏘️ Community
Champs Heart received the first Idaho Service Spotlight on Aug.
7, recognizing its efforts in offering equine encounters for veterans and children with special needs in Idaho Falls. Founder Larry Cudmore said the award boosts the nonprofit’s mission (and highlights its national impact).
💼 Business
Teton Auto Group is expanding into Montana with the acquisition of Audi of Bozeman and Volkswagen of Bozeman.
The deal became effective on Aug. 10 — adding the Audi luxury brand to its portfolio while keeping established local leaders and teams in place.
Veteran-owned Cowpoke Coffee serves locally roasted coffee, soda and iced drinks at two locations—10466 North Yellowstone Highway and 1905 East Sunnyside Road, open Monday-Friday 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. today.
The business offers unique iced specials inspired by its founder.
🎭 Culture
Taylorville performed Friday at the Colonial Theater in Idaho Falls, offering fans a live tribute show to Taylor Swift with twelve costume changes and interactive moments (high fives and heart hands).
The event highlighted efforts by the Arts Council to broaden local arts options.
🎓 Education
College of Eastern Idaho will open a new Future Tech building costing $52 million with backing from the state, Battelle Energy Alliance and Frontier Credit Union.
The facility will host courses in engineering, surgical technology, IT services and cybersecurity (supporting over 1,000 extra students) when classes begin next week.
🏥 Health
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Center for Faith director Monty Burks visited Idaho Falls Friday to discuss how local churches and recovery groups support those facing homelessness and addiction.
He joined a roundtable with leaders (including council and law enforcement) to review federal resources and a treatment-first toolkit.
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