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Friday, August 29th, 2025
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Good morning, Idaho Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 29th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Officials at the Eastern Idaho State Fair food competition announced winners from 26 entries that included both new dishes and returning favorites. La Quesabirra won best new entrée, Peachy Keen won best new sweet, Crazy Corn Nachos was named fairest entrée, Devil’s Delight was awarded fairest sweet, and The Warhawk earned People’s Choice — showcasing the variety of local culinary talent. KPVI
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A two-vehicle rollover on Pancheri Drive near Culver's in Idaho Falls at 3:15 p.m. on Thursday caused minor injuries when one car flipped over — emergency responders assisted a female driver while police advised nearby traffic to seek alternate routes. East Idaho News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Heritage Park in Idaho Falls held a ribbon-cutting on August 28—opening a new interactive hydropower exhibit that teaches locals about the 125-year history of hydropower. Idaho Falls Power and INL partnered with BYU Idaho to design the exhibit and plan to add more heritage stops in the park. KXPI
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Idaho Fish and Game will begin a fish salvage order on August 30 through October 31 to let anglers harvest fish from the flatwater part of Mackay Reservoir as Big Lost River Irrigation District drains it for dam work and future upgrades — methods using firearms, explosives, chemicals, or electric current are not allowed. This order aims to maximize public use of the fishery before declining water levels cause many fish to be lost. KXPI
- ➤ Fire crews are battling the Willow Creek Fire that has burned over 4,000 acres and is now 12% contained—rainfall has allowed crews to work on the fire’s edge and strengthen control lines, while residents along Milepost 75 south to Salt Pass and west of Highway 89 from Reevesschwab lane to Gomms Pond should stay alert for potential evacuation orders. KPVI
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ An Idaho Falls couple, Teresa Dominick and Jared Dominick, are running for different city council seats to fix heavy traffic and manage the city's fast growth as Teresa challenges a seat held by Councilwoman Lisa Burtenshaw while Jared opposes incumbent Jim Francis. They will kick off their campaign with a meet and greet at Kate Curley Park this Saturday from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.—a move to bring a small-town feel back to the city. East Idaho News
- ➤ The Greater Idaho Falls Police Foundation is helping four Idaho State Police troopers who will train weekly at Soma Jiu-Jitsu in Idaho Falls to boost officer safety — the training will teach control and restraint techniques to reduce strikes — as noted by Captain Chris Weadick. The program will also help improve officer fitness and build community trust. East Idaho News
WELLNESS NEWS
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Idaho Falls Chukars vs Ogden Raptors
2-5 p.m. — Melaleuca Field — $1 off draft beers — Catch the final Sunday game of the regular season with a fun family atmosphere.
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Idaho Falls Chukars vs Glacier Range Riders
2-5 p.m. — Melaleuca Field — Cost info not specified — Meet the Spud Kings night as the Chukars gear up for the upcoming season!
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Summer Serenade
7:30-9 p.m. — The DEC - The Downtown Event Center — $10 — Experience a rich evening of classical music featuring works by Beethoven, Bacewicz, and Schumann.
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Art Walk - September
5-8 p.m. — Willard Arts Center — Free admission — Experience regional and global artworks alongside refreshments and live music.
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Zoo Tots Program
10 a.m. — Education Center, 2725 Carnival Way, Idaho Falls, ID — $15 for one child and two adults — Ignite young minds with interactive wildlife classes featuring stories, crafts, and a live animal visit.
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Teton Toyota Changing Seasons 5k
8 AM – 12 PM — Melaleuca Field — Registration fee required — Celebrate the changing seasons with a fun 5k run in Idaho Falls.
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Pam Tillis Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — The Colonial Theater — Ticket info not provided — Experience the country music legacy of Pam Tillis as she performs her hits.
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OSHA 10 General Industry Certification Training
9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. (Day 1) / 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. (Day 2) — BBSI — Training fee applicable — Earn your OSHA 10 certification in just two days with hands-on learning and included lunch.
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Idaho Falls Spud Kings vs. Rock Springs Miners
7:05-10:05 p.m. — Mountain America Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the excitement of live hockey as the Spud Kings take on the Miners.
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25-26 Season Preview Street Party
6-8 p.m. — The Colonial Theater — Free entry — Celebrate the season with live music and street vendors in a vibrant community atmosphere.
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