Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 6th of September.
Good morning, Idaho Falls.
Ammon Mayor Sean Coletti declared Sept.
8 as 'Tanner Scoresby Day' to honor local teen Tanner Scoresby—an 18-year-old high school graduate fighting blood cancer who is now in Arizona receiving stem cell treatment. The proclamation asks local residents and businesses to support him with prayers, kind acts, and donations.
On Aug. 19, the Idaho Falls Police Department responded at 10:11 p.m. to a 911 call reporting Derrand Zimmerman—aged 46 and described as erratic and armed on Clubhouse Circle—who fired a shot toward officers, prompting Sgt. Gabe Klepich and Officer Dustin Cook to return fire and kill him, while released bodycam footage and the call show the incident is under investigation by the Rexburg Police Department with a review by the county prosecutor.
Natalie Woods from Thunder Ridge High School has been selected for the Albert Einstein Distinguished Educator Fellowship Program; she will spend 11 months working with federal agencies or US congressional offices to support national education programs—engaging students at stem events.
State and Federal Land Management agencies lifted Stage One fire restrictions in eastern Idaho, ending measures put in place since August.
Some burn bans and fire prevention orders remain active—officials urge the public to stay cautious to prevent wildfires.
Jeff Alldridge, a 5-year resident and former Washington state resident, is running for mayor to fix the gap between city leaders and citizens.
He plans to boost trust and make home ownership easier using his business skills at F5 Inc.—he will ask voters for their support on Nov. 4.
Jerry and Valerie Bingham agreed to stop irrigating their crops for the rest of the season after a settlement with the Department of Water Resources was accepted by Judge Darren Simpson on Thursday — the order comes as the department begins processing the Binghams’ mitigation plan submitted on August 19 — while civil penalties of $300 per acre are set to be pursued.
Open Studio Event
5-7 p.m. — The Art Museum of Eastern Idaho — Free entry — Unleash creativity and engage with fellow artists in a vibrant community setting.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Antelope Users Group Meeting 2025
Sept. 15-18 — INL Energy Innovation Laboratory — Registration required — Collaborate with experts in real-time seismic monitoring and data processing.
Free Veterans Event
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Guns N Gear — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of fun and camaraderie with local veterans and their families.
Idaho Falls Culinary Fundraiser
6-9 p.m. — The Waterfront at Snake River Landing — Tickets available — Experience a unique dining event that combines food, fun, and philanthropy for a worthy cause.
BSides Idaho Falls Cybersecurity Conference
8 a.m. - 5 p.m. — University of Idaho, Idaho Falls — Tickets available — Explore cybersecurity innovations at this annual conference.
Grand Junction River Hawks vs. Idaho Falls Spud Kings
7:05-10:05 p.m. — Mountain America Center — Check local listings for tickets — Witness an exciting hockey showdown between the River Hawks and Spud Kings.
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