Sunday, August 18th, 2024

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Good morning, Idaho Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 18th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Around 50 Idaho Falls residents, including local Venezuelans, protested on Broadway Bridge against Venezuela's president and disputed election results, demonstrating solidarity and calling for acceptance of the opposition's victory. East Idaho News
- ➤ The first-ever Greater Tater Tot Festival in Idaho Falls combined celebrating the tater tot's history with raising funds for child abuse prevention. East Idaho News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Gustavo Sedano-Olivas, an inmate on work release, failed to return to jail in Bonneville County and is now being sought by authorities. KXPI
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Idaho Attorney General Raúl Labrador refiled a lawsuit to prevent an initiative that would allow open primaries and ranked-choice voting, claiming the initiative's description is misleading. KIVI-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ 18 individuals in Jefferson County became ill with campylobacteriosis after consuming raw milk from Paradise Grove Dairy, prompting a health investigation and advisories. East Idaho News
SCIENCE NEWS
- ➤ Bill Phillips' progression from intern to key molten salt researcher at Idaho National Laboratory highlights the facility's role in advancing nuclear energy and mentoring future scientists. East Idaho News
SPORTS NEWS
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Interactive Space Exploration Program for Kids
Experience an exciting adventure as young explorers learn about the solar system and rockets in a dual-language pop-in program at the Museum of Idaho.
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Idaho Falls Chukars Home Game Against Grand Junction Jackalopes
Experience an exciting baseball match as the Idaho Falls Chukars take on the Grand Junction Jackalopes at Melaleuca Field.
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Ben Folds Live in Concert
Experience an evening with Emmy-nominated singer-songwriter Ben Folds as he performs his genre-bending music at The Colonial Theater.
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Little Learners Program - Creative Learning for Kids
Experience engaging hands-on learning for children ages 2-5 through crafts, games, and songs in a fun environment.
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Little Learners Thursday
Experience engaging classes for parents and children ages 2-5, exploring monthly topics through fun activities and crafts.
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Beginning Watercolor Course for Adults
Learn basic watercolor techniques in this introductory course designed for adults, taught by Rachel Bronson at The Art Museum of Eastern Idaho.
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Rock Springs Grizzlies vs Idaho Falls Spud Kings
Experience an exciting evening of hockey as the Rock Springs Grizzlies take on the Idaho Falls Spud Kings at the Mountain America Center.
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Eucharistic Procession and Parish Picnic
Experience a devotional Eucharistic Procession followed by a community Parish Picnic at Holy Rosary Catholic School.
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Taco Tuesday: IREA Fall Social Gathering
Celebrate community connections at this enjoyable Taco Tuesday event hosted at Garcia's Mexican Restaurant.
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