Friday, September 12th, 2025

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Good morning, Idaho Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 12th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Bonneville County Fire Department and Heroes Defense unveiled a new 9/11 memorial in Ammon yesterday — its centerpiece is a piece of steel from the World Trade Center placed between two towers — that stands as a symbol of unity and resilience. KXPI
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Two local events will celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month this weekend. On Saturday from noon to 5 p.m., the Hispanic Council and Teton Toyota will host Celebrando Nuestras Raices with live music and vendors at Teton Toyota, and on Sunday from 1 to 8 p.m., Calakas Tacos and Miches will hold a free family event at the Waterfront (with food, music, contests, and a car show). East Idaho News
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GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ At a Gem County Fire District meeting in Ola, community members questioned why volunteer firefighter Paul Anderson—who helped launch the Firefighters of Gem County Foundation—and former Assistant Chief Kevin Jaillett were terminated without cause, while board members maintained that personnel issues remain confidential. KIVI-TV
- ➤ James Skinner, a 23-year-old college student, is running for Seat 6 on the Idaho Falls City Council to boost representation for working-class and young residents. He faces incumbent Jim Freeman and candidate Ryan Hancock and plans to work with local colleges and businesses for job training—Election Day is Nov. 4. East Idaho News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Harlem Globetrotters will play at Mountain America Center in Idaho Falls on February 7 at 2:00 p.m. as part of their 100 Year Tour, and tickets will be available to the public starting Monday, September 22 at 10 a.m.—the event will feature the debut of new jerseys and special fan experiences. East Idaho News
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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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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.
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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.
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