Good morning, Idaho Falls.

On Tuesday afternoon, an excavator struck a 4-inch gas line near Red Robin on East 17th Street, forcing the evacuation of the restaurant and Wells Fargo Bank and temporarily closing eastbound traffic; Intermountain Gas secured the leak within 20 minutes and reopened roadways.

Idaho Falls is providing spots for live Christmas trees until Jan.

31, and residents must remove all ornaments & lights before dropping them off. The disposal sites are available for city residents only.

The Shelley girls’ golf team earned a fourth-place finish at state and was named East Idaho Sports girls’ golf Team of the Year, led by senior Mallory Higham (a top performer) and coached by Wallace Foster.

The finish sets the stage for future success.

Shelley's senior Mallory Higham was named 5A volleyball All-State Player of the Year after leading her high school team to a fourth-place finish in girls' golf at the state championship.

Coaches praised her smart play — and her leadership as she prepares for a college volleyball career.

Thunder Ridge High School senior Justin Anderson won his second state boys’ golf title on Dec.

24 at Nampa’s RedHawk Golf Course — later signing a letter of intent to play NCAA Division I golf at Boise State University. The win followed a tournament where he rebounded from inconsistent play.

Teen Inc - Makerspace Program

11 AM – 1 PM — Idaho Falls Public Library — Free entry — Explore creativity through various tech and crafting sessions for teens ages 12-17.

Idaho Falls Spud Kings vs. Ogden Mustangs

7:05-10:05 p.m. — Mountain America Center — Check local listings — Catch the thrilling matchup as Idaho Falls Spud Kings face off against the Ogden Mustangs.

Arrival from Sweden: The Music of ABBA

1:30-4:30 p.m. — The Colonial Theater — Tickets required — Experience the energetic tribute to ABBA's greatest hits live on stage.

Auction & Wine Tasting Planning Meeting

12-1 p.m. — Holy Rosary Catholic School — Free entry — Get involved in the final preparations for the Annual Wine Tasting and Auction event.

Pop In and Play

11 AM – 2 PM — Idaho Falls Public Library — Free entry — Engage your toddlers with rotating themes and hands-on play activities.

Construction Project Manager Training

9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Mountain America Center — Included — Enhance your construction management skills in this comprehensive 2-day training program.

Carter Junction Live! at The Celt Pub

9 PM - 12 AM — The Celt Pub & Grill — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of live music with Carter Junction's energetic performance.

Free Veterans Social

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Guns N Gear — Free entry — Connect with fellow veterans over a hearty meal and camaraderie.

Real Estate Career Exploration Night

6-7 p.m. — 3525 Merlin Dr, Idaho Falls — Free entry — Discover the ins and outs of launching a fulfilling career in real estate.

Free E-Waste Recycling Event

11 AM – 4 PM — Idaho Falls Public Library — Free entry — Dispose of your old electronics responsibly and help the environment.