Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 8th of November.
Good morning, Idaho Falls.
A dump truck hit a utility pole Friday, November 7—knocking down more equipment and leaving 20 customers without power in the area between Ray Street, Grace Avenue, and Lola Street; crews from Idaho Falls Power are working to restore full service in 10 to 12 hours.
Nearly two years after a devastating fire, Reed's Dairy is opening its new facility with a ribbon cutting ceremony on November 14th at 2 p.m. — President Alan Reed will speak during the event — and public tours will be offered Friday from 3 to 6 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon to show how the facility produces its milk, ice cream, and other products.
Stella’s Ice Cream opened last month by owners James and Mary Peterson and quickly became a local favorite near the new McDonald’s on Ammon Road and Lincoln Road in Idaho Falls.
The shop offers handcrafted flavors — from the coffee-flavored All Nighter to kid-approved Cookie Monster — and plans to launch a holiday lineup soon.
Local artist Michael Papadakis—who carved a wood canvas in over 30 hours using solar power—will have his design featured on Time Magazine’s 2025 list of 100 most influential climate leaders and will see it in thousands of stores soon.
William Hulet, a WWII veteran and father of seven, was surprised with a Feel Good Friday honor when he turned 104.
He served in both wars and worked in army intelligence—making reports in France, Germany and Belgium.
The Skyline Grizzlies beat the Sandpoint Bulldogs 43-35 in a quarterfinal game at the ICCU Dome on November 7th — turnovers in the second half helped the Grizz build a lead that set them up to face the winner of the Bishop-Kelly and Blackfoot matchup in the 5A semifinals.
Mannheim Steamroller Christmas Concert
7:30 p.m. — Mountain America Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience a festive evening of holiday classics with Mannheim Steamroller's unique musical blend.
Disney On Ice: Frozen & Encanto
7-10 p.m. — Mountain America Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting tales of Frozen and Encanto brought to life with dazzling ice skating.
Makers Night
6:30-8:30 p.m. — The Art Museum of Eastern Idaho — Check website for cost — Unleash your creativity while designing rustic wooden coasters with autumn-inspired stencils.
Disney On Ice: Frozen & Encanto
11 AM – 2 PM — Mountain America Center — Cost info not provided — Experience the enchanting worlds of Frozen and Encanto through breathtaking ice skating performances.
Family Storytime
6-7 p.m. — Idaho Falls Public Library — Free entry — Families can enjoy engaging stories together every Monday evening.
Festival of Trees 2025
10 a.m. - 9 p.m. — Idaho Falls, ID Elks Lodge #1087 — Kids: $5, Adults: $6 — Celebrate the holiday spirit with beautifully decorated trees while supporting individuals with disabilities.
Idaho Falls Library Dance Party
4-5 p.m. — Idaho Falls Public Library — Free entry — Kids ages 0-12 can showcase their best dance moves at this fun-filled party.
Festival of Trees 2025
10 AM — Idaho Falls, ID Elks Lodge #1087 — Fundraiser support — Enjoy a delightful display of decorated trees while contributing to a worthy cause.
Idaho Falls Spud Kings vs. Casper Warbirds
7:05-10:05 p.m. — Mountain America Center — Tickets available — Cheer on the Spud Kings as they battle the Warbirds in an exciting hockey showdown.
I Am Hyde Concert
6 PM — The Gem — $10.00 – $15.00 — Experience an electrifying night with I Am Hyde and supporting acts MPNK, Gutter and the Onslaught, and Woody 208.
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