Good morning, Idaho Falls.

Foster and kinship families will participate in a Fostering Family Adventures event on Sept.

26 at Harriman State Park along Henry's Fork, featuring fly-fishing instruction, aquatic education, wildlife programs & equine activities from 1 to 4 p.m. Mountain Time. Families can also receive discounts at Yellowstone Bear World in Rexburg.

Shepherd's Inn in Idaho Falls is hosting its 26th annual raffle fundraiser to support free parenting education—tickets cost $7 until Sept.

30 and $10 thereafter, with prizes including a whole cow and over $5,000 in extras. Raffle entries close Oct. 31 with winners drawn Nov. 3.

On Sept. 11, a house fire on North 75th East three miles off Yellowstone Highway left the Weston family without their home, car and pets while firefighters responded swiftly — community support is stepping in to help them rebuild after losing cherished heirlooms.

Gas prices in Idaho Falls jumped 17 cents overnight to over $5 a gallon as global oil supply issues drive up costs (AAA reported a 10-cent statewide increase even as crude prices drop from $105 to around $91 per barrel).

Economists warn higher fuel costs could raise everyday expenses.

Thunder Ridge High School senior Kason Loveland scored a touchdown against Bonneville this season, fulfilling a goal he set early in the year and lifting team morale.

Teammates now text+ FaceTime him to share the excitement as his play adds a special spirit to every game.