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Monday, October 20th, 2025

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Good morning, Idaho Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 20th of October.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Several local organizations worked together to gather 100,000 pounds of food for the Idaho Falls Community Food Basket; volunteers quickly filled boxes and loaded trucks—donations will be collected every weekend until the end of October with drop-offs at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints at the corner of Sunnyside and Holmes.  KXPI

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Thomas Sutton, early in his term as mayor, worked to have the Atomic Energy Commission set up its headquarters in Idaho Falls in 1949. His lobbying helped the city grow into the region’s leading site for nuclear research.  East Idaho News

EVENTS

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  • 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.

    Tue, 10/21/25

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  • Coaching and Accountability Workshop

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

    Wed, 10/22/25

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  • 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.

    Fri, 10/24/25

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  • 12 Lil Devils Halloween Bash

    7-11:55 p.m. — The Gem — $5 entry — Celebrate Halloween with live music, food, and a costume contest for a chance to win tattoo gift cards.

    Sat, 10/25/25

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  • Kids Holiday Baking Tournament

    5-7 p.m. — The Bake House Academy — Fee applies — Create and compete in a festive baking challenge for kids of all skill levels.

    Mon, 10/27/25

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  • Adult Holiday Baking Tournament

    6:30-8:30 p.m. — The Bake House Academy — Check website for costs — Experience a live baking tournament that welcomes bakers of all levels this holiday season.

    Wed, 10/29/25

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  • Indoor Trunk or Treat Event

    6-8 p.m. — Starlite Skating Rink — Free entry — Bring the kids for a spooktacular indoor trunk or treat experience with plenty of fun and candy.

    Thu, 10/30/25

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  • Kids & Teen Halloween Bash

    8-9:30 p.m. — The Bake House Academy — Fun event for ages 12-16 — Celebrate Halloween with games, treats, and spooky fun!

    Fri, 10/31/25

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  • Firefighter Written Exam

    9 AM — Idaho State University-Idaho Falls — Registration required — Take the next step toward a fulfilling career in firefighting with this written exam.

    Sat, 11/1/25

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  • Black Jacket Symphony Concert

    7:30-9 p.m. — The Colonial Theater — Ticket prices may apply — Experience classic albums performed live with unmatched energy and authenticity.

    Wed, 11/5/25

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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