Good morning, Idaho Falls.

EastIdahoNews partnered with Ashley and Ashley Outlet to surprise Wendy— a longtime waitress at Hong Kong restaurant who has worked for 38 years— as the community honors her dedicated service.

Local patrons recall her friendly care and constant attention to every order.

The city of Idaho Falls is hosting a final celebration for its old and new water towers on October 10th from 5 to 9 p.m.—featuring a Farmers Market Night Market, swag giveaways, fireworks, remarks by the mayor, and live music.

The Idaho Falls Community Food Basket is facing a spike in food insecurity as donations dropped by 400,000 pounds and an ongoing government shutdown has limited support—Executive Director Ariel Jackson said the pantry is planning special food distributions for government workers during its month-long drive to restock ahead of winter.

Idaho Falls Code Enforcement — a unit of the Police — will host a neighborhood clean-up next week at the church parking lot at 1235 Juniper Street from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily from Oct.

7 to 10; dumpsters for household, construction, and brush debris are offered free by Sanitation while Millcreek Metal supplies the metal dumpster.

Papa Q’s Pizza truck is serving fresh homemade slices at Yellowstone Food Village and is run by owner Crystal Questad as a family venture that started in Washington during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The truck opens Tuesday through Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.—offering popular options like the Papa Q, Pig Pile, and Double.

Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees FOREIGNER will perform at Mountain America Center on March 25, 2026, and tickets go on sale Friday, Oct 10 at 10 a.m.

IFMX Awards Banquet

12:30-3 p.m. — 3005 South Fork Boulevard, Idaho Falls, ID — Cost info not specified — Celebrate motocross achievements with dinner, awards, and community camaraderie.

Idaho Falls Spray Efficiency Training

4-8 p.m. — Department of Environmental Quality — Free entry — Enhance your spray painting skills and boost efficiency with hands-on training and VR practice.

2025 Angel Dash

12:00 p.m. — Snake River Landing — Cost details not specified — Participate in a timed 5K and walk in support of local causes.

Free Veterans Event

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Guns N Gear — Free entry — Enjoy camaraderie and fun with local veterans while indulging in good food.

Boo at the Zoo

5-9 p.m. — Tautphaus Park Zoo — Admission details not specified — Get ready for a wickedly wild time at this Halloween-themed zoo event.

Boo at the Zoo

5-9 p.m. — Tautphaus Park Zoo — Check website for ticket info — Get ready for a wickedly wild time at this spooky zoo event filled with fun activities and attractions.

Idaho Conference on Recreation and Tourism

October 20-22 — Mountain America Center — Registration fees apply — A unique chance to network and learn from recreation and tourism professionals.

Zoo Lights

5:30 PM — Idaho Falls Zoo at Tautphaus Park — Free admission with a Zoo membership — Enjoy the festive lights without the crowds or candy.

Coaching and Accountability Workshop

12-4 p.m. — BBSI Idaho Falls — Lunch included — Dive into effective coaching techniques for personal and team accountability.

Nasty Cats Comedy Show

7-9 p.m. — The DEC - The Downtown Event Center — Tickets from $21.75 — Experience side-splitting stand-up from Idaho's funniest comedians in a night filled with local flavor and big personalities.