Posted on: December 8, 2023
IDAHO FALLS – The Idaho Falls Zoo will host winter break camps for kids between the ages of 5 and 13. These unique, one-day camps provide fun, interactive activities and up-close learning with animals at your Idaho Falls Zoo.
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Posted on: December 4, 2023
IDAHO FALLS -- As part of the ongoing power line relocation and improvements, Idaho Falls Power will need to implement a brief planned outage in a section of downtown on Thursday, Dec. 7.
The outage is anticipated from 8 a.m. to noon., allowing crews to en...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: December 1, 2023
IDAHO FALLS – The date is set for the 2024 annual Idaho Falls State of the City Address.
The Greater Idaho Falls Association of REALTORS® (GIFAR) is hosting the City of Idaho Falls and Mayor Rebecca Casper for the address. The community i...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: November 30, 2023
Due to colder temperatures on the horizon in the coming months, the Idaho Falls Water Division reminds property owners and tenants to prepare for the potential of frozen waterlines.
“Waterlines in Idaho Falls are generally buried betwee...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: November 19, 2023
IDAHO FALLS – The Wes Diest Aquatic Center will remain closed for the coming days as staff work to repair a leaking pipe.
The Idaho Falls Parks and Recreation Department pool has been undergoing its annual deep clean and maintenance project since Nov. 5. T...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: November 18, 2023
IDAHO FALLS – The Thanksgiving holiday is just days away and the Idaho Falls Regional Airport (IDA) is ready for the busy travel season.
This year, the airport continues to see high numbers of passengers making their way through the region&ap...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: November 15, 2023
Have you signed up for snow removal parking restriction alerts from the City of Idaho Falls and reviewed the snow removal process? If not, now is the time to do so, particularly if you just moved to Idaho Falls or have new drivers in the househo...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: November 9, 2023
IDAHO FALLS – Longtime City of Idaho Falls attorney Randy Fife has announced his retirement.
Fife came to the City of Idaho Falls in April 2013. With over 30 years practicing municipal law, Fife’s last day at the city will be Nov. 30, 2023. Idaho Falls May...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: November 8, 2023
IDAHO FALLS – The Idaho Falls Riverwalk will twinkle at the first-ever UTV Holiday Light Parade on Dec. 22.
The City of Idaho Falls and the Idaho Falls Rotary Club are hosting the side-by-side Great Snake River Greenbelt Holiday Light Parade that...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: November 1, 2023
IDAHO FALLS -- As part of the ongoing powerline relocation and improvements, Idaho Falls Power will need to implement a brief planned outage in a section of downtown on Nov. 7.
The brief outage is anticipated from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., allowing crews to energi...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: November 1, 2023
IDAHO FALLS – The Bonneville Metropolitan Planning Organization (BMPO) is hosting a public open house on Nov. 14 to discuss future traffic planning across the greater Idaho Falls area.
The open house will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. at the...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: October 23, 2023
IDAHO FALLS – The Idaho Falls Regional Airport will soon get a new look as the airport and contractors embark on a 18,000-square-foot expansion.
The airport recently awarded Clayco, a full-service, fully integrated design-build construction firm, ...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: October 10, 2023
IDAHO FALLS – Get ready for a wild adventure as Boo at the Zoo approaches, bringing spooky fun to the Idaho Falls Zoo.
From Oct. 19 through Oct. 21, your zoo will only be open for Boo at the Zoo from 5 to 8:30 p.m. Guests not only get a peak at t...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: October 4, 2023
There will be less congestion and motorists will experience a smoother flow of traffic with the completion of the 17th Street and Woodruff Avenue intersection improvement project.
All lanes of traffic will reopen tomorrow morning, Thursday, Oct. ...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: October 4, 2023
IDAHO FALLS – The Idaho Falls Zoo animal care team is sad to announce the passing of the beloved male sloth bear Mick.
At nearly 25 years old, Mick was the oldest breeding sloth bear in AZA’s Species Survival Plan (SSP) population. After animal care staff ...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: September 29, 2023
IDAHO FALLS – The Idaho Falls Regional Airport is proud to announce it has been awarded a federal Small Community Air Service Development (SCASD) Grant of $950,000 to support efforts to offer additional flights.
The $950,000 grant provides a reve...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: September 28, 2023
IDHAO FALLS – After decades of unwavering dedication and commitment, Ronnie Campbell will retire from his role as a key figure in the Idaho Falls Parks and Recreation Department.
Ronnie's journey began as a seasonal employee in 1985 and ...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: September 26, 2023
IDAHO FALLS — The Idaho Falls Parks and Recreation Department has opened registration for free learn to skate day.
On Saturday Sept. 30 at the Joe Marmo/Wayne Lehto Ice Arena the 20 minute lessons will provide a basic introduction to the sport. S...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: September 21, 2023
IDAHO FALLS -- Travelers are encouraged to plan for minor delays while parking at the Idaho Falls Regional Airport (IDA) as construction improvements have temporarily changed traffic flows.
Entrances to each of the parking lots are down to a sing...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: September 20, 2023
IDAHO FALLS – The Frontier Center for the Performing Arts is coming to Idaho Falls.
Following a $3.5 million agreement with the City of Idaho Falls, city officials approved a naming rights contract with Frontier Credit Union to rename the Idaho F...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: September 13, 2023
IDAHO FALLS – The Idaho Falls Regional Airport (IDA) is inviting passengers and Idaho Falls residents to participate in a week-long event to help them enroll in the popular Transportation Security Administration TSA PreCheck® Enrollment expedited screenin...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: September 5, 2023
IDAHO FALLS – The Idaho Falls Zoo at Tautphaus Park has received prestigious recognition for 25 years of continuous accreditation by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA).
The tremendous achievement of the AZA Quarter Century Award acknowle...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: August 29, 2023
IDAHO FALLS -- Fall is a great time to visit the Idaho Falls Zoo to see some of the cold-hardy animals that become more active in the cooler temperatures.
Be aware zoo hours change during the fall. Here’s a breakdown of upcoming hours:
In Septembe...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: August 10, 2023
IDAHO FALLS – Idaho Falls Power sponsored 10 local high school students to attend a 6-day leadership conference in Caldwell.
Idaho Falls Power is committed to sponsoring our future leaders and in addition to their attendance at the Idaho Consumer...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: August 9, 2023
IDAHO FALLS — Nostalgic celebration will come to Idaho Falls’ Tautphaus Park with the grand opening of Funland at the Zoo.
The newly restored historic rides will turn again for the crowds at 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Aug. 12 during the...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: July 31, 2023
IDAHO FALLS -- Idaho’s Oldest Rodeo, The War Bonnet Round Up, is gearing up to kick off their 112th year of rodeo festivities Wednesday Night.
On the day before the PRCA rodeo begins, Wednesday, Aug. 2, the War Bonnet Round Up will be hosting the...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: July 27, 2023
IDAHO FALLS – The City of Idaho Falls Parks and Recreation Department is hosting its annual Kid’s Tri Harder Triathlon, Idaho’s largest kids’ triathlon, on Aug. 12, 2023.
The Kids Tri Harder Triathlon is a fun-filled...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: July 26, 2023
The Idaho Falls Police Department is inviting community members to attend National Night Out this Tuesday night, August 1st. National Night Out is an annual national community-building effort that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood ca...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: July 20, 2023
IDAHO FALLS – The City of Idaho Falls will soon be selling final resting places in the newly built Autumn Niche Wall at Rose Hill Cemetery.
To purchase a space to place cremated remains in the niche wall, interested individuals and families can v...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: July 20, 2023
IDAHO FALLS – Idaho Falls Power and contractors will move powerlines underground in the alleyway between Park and Shoup Avenues in downtown Idaho Falls.
With the relocation from overhead powerlines to underground, a section of the alley behind th...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: July 5, 2023
IDAHO FALLS – Idaho Falls Fire Department Public Information Officer (PIO) Kerry Hammon has received a prestigious national designation through the Center for Public Safety Excellence (CPSE) for her work and expertise as a Public Information Off...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: June 29, 2023
IDAHO FALLS -- As Idaho Falls prepares to celebrate the nation’s independence at the upcoming Greater Idaho Falls Chamber of Commerce “Liberty on Parade,” Idaho Falls Mayor Rebecca Casper and the Idaho Falls City Council are ...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: June 29, 2023
IDAHO FALLS — City of Idaho Falls Assistant City Attorney Mike Kirkham was recently recognized by the Idaho Municipal Attorneys Association with the 2023 Dale W. Storer Professionalism Award.
The award recognizes a municipal attorney in Idaho for...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: June 27, 2023
A little over a year ago, the City of Idaho Falls launched its new public transit service, Greater Idaho Falls Transit (GIFT) On-Demand. Today, city officials are pleased to announce that GIFT received a City Achievement Award in the category of Public Wo...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: June 26, 2023
IDAHO FALLS — The Idaho Municipal Attorneys Association recognized City of Idaho Falls City Attorney Randy Fife for his ongoing contributions to the practice of municipal law and the state.
Fife received the prestigious William Herrington Career of Service...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: June 22, 2023
IDAHO FALLS – The City of Idaho Falls Parks and Recreation Department invites the community to the ribbon cutting of the much-anticipated Heritage Park.
On June 28 at 12 p.m., a ribbon cutting will mark the completion of the first phase of the 14...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: June 12, 2023
IDAHO FALLS -- The zoo is open daily for the 2023 season, 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., including holidays. June has some really emus-ing events planned for everyone at Idaho Falls Zoo.
June 16: Bat Night at the Zoo- Calling all bat fans! Bat experts with BYU-Id...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: June 7, 2023
IDAHO FALLS -- Idaho Falls Power will begin a routine process to test the structural integrity of their power poles in the City of Idaho Falls this summer.
A contractor for the utility expects to test the wooden poles through June and J...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: June 6, 2023
IDAHO FALLS – The City of Idaho Falls has welcomed a familiar face in economic development to the team.
Catherine Smith will now serve as the City’s Economic Development Administrator. The administrator works to find innovative ways to ...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: May 31, 2023
IDAHO FALLS – During the months of June and July, Idaho Falls City Council meetings will be held at the Civic Center for the Performing Arts.
The temporary change in meeting locations will allow for much-needed improvements and upgrades to the Id...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: May 26, 2023
IDAHO FALLS – The City of Idaho Falls has published a webpage resource to answer frequently asked questions following this week's severe thunderstorm and flash flooding.
While some people have already begun cleaning up, the webpage "...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: May 23, 2023
IDAHO FALLS -- Do you think you can sing? Would you like to sing the national anthem at Idaho’s Oldest Rodeo, The War Bonnet Round Up?
The War Bonnet Round Up is looking for exceptional singers to perform the “Star-Spangled Banner&r...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: May 23, 2023
IDAHO FALLS -- The Idaho Falls Zoo is open daily from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., including holidays, and that means they are open on Memorial Day.
Here’s a look at some of the events and exciting new things happening at the zoo in May:
May ...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: May 19, 2023
IDAHO FALLS — Travelers should be aware that ongoing maintenance and improvements will temporarily close sections of parking at the Idaho Falls Regional Airport (IDA).
Beginning Monday, May 22, the daily parking lot will be temporarily closed. During this ...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: May 18, 2023
IDAHO FALLS – The City of Idaho Falls is once again America’s Best Performing Small City according to an independent study.
The 2023 Milken Institute Best-Performing Cities Index objectively ranks cities on their economic performance. A...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: May 15, 2023
IDAHO FALLS – The City of Idaho Falls celebrated Arbor Day on May 15 as the city received continued recognition as a Tree City USA by the Abor Day Foundation.
As part of the Arbor Day celebration, students from Idaho Falls School Distri...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: May 9, 2023
IDAHO FALLS -- Idaho Falls Zoo is now open daily, 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., including holidays (and yes, that means they are open Memorial Day) and they are offering a special for all the ladies this weekend.
May 13-14: Mother’s Weekend at the Zoo - Women ca...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: May 4, 2023
IDAHO FALLS – Travelers flying through the Idaho Falls Regional Airport (IDA) can now do their part to make air travel more sustainable.
The airport has joined “The Good Traveler” program that allows travelers to di...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: May 3, 2023
Construction on the new water tower begins Monday, May 8, at the Idaho Falls Public Library. Parking has been modified during construction to accommodate library patrons. Once complete, there will be minimal impacts to parking at the library.
The...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: April 27, 2023
IDAHO FALLS – Wade Sanner will be the City of Idaho Falls’ newest Community Development Services Director after receiving an appointment from Mayor Rebecca Casper.
The Idaho Falls City Council approved Sanner’s appointment which was effective on ...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: April 19, 2023
IDAHO FALLS — Idaho Falls Power received nationwide recognition as one of the most reliable public power utilities.
The American Public Power Association named Idaho Falls’ municipal power utility among the top quarter of public power utilities with the 20...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: April 19, 2023
IDAHO FALLS — Opening of the much-anticipated Heritage Park is closer to the finish line, thanks to another generous donation from the Rotary Club of Idaho Falls.
Rotary has gifted $100,000 to the City of Idaho Falls Parks and Recreatio...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: April 10, 2023
City of Idaho Falls officials are pleased to announce that construction of the new elevated water tower will begin the end of April. The new water tower has a larger 1 million gallon capacity and will be constructed over two years.
The water towe...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: April 7, 2023
IDAHO FALLS – Opening day of the Idaho Falls Zoo will now be on Wednesday, April 26 at 9:30 a.m.
“We all know what a challenging winter we’ve had,” said zoo director David Pennock. “The continued cold tempe...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: March 24, 2023
IDAHO FALLS – The City of Idaho Falls Parks and Recreation’s Adopt-a-Park Program has received high accolades from the Idaho Recreation and Parks Association (IRPA).
The IRPA recognized the Parks and Rec Department and Renee Buchan, the marketing and volun...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: March 17, 2023
IDAHO FALLS -- The City of Idaho Falls Parks and Recreation Department reminds residents now is a good time to trim their trees.
Idaho Falls City Code requires property owners to keep trees properly maintained and pruned in public rights-of-way. Keeping tr...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: March 14, 2023
IDAHO FALLS – Registrations for Spring recreation activities in the City of Idaho Falls are underway.
The Parks and Recreation Department will offer over nine programs with a variety of age divisions for youth and adults. Programs range from disc...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: March 9, 2023
IDAHO FALLS – The Idaho Falls Regional Airport (IDA) is extending the deadline for the first annual Student Arts Contest.
Applications for the 2023 contest will now be accepted until May 1, 2023, to allow for greater participation from area high ...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: March 8, 2023
IDAHO FALLS -- In preparation for the Idaho Falls Zoo's reopening in April, zoo staff is asking for your help to tidy up the grounds during the annual Community Clean Up Day on Saturday, April 1.
From 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. the zoo invites individuals, fam...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: March 7, 2023
IDAHO FALLS – The Idaho Falls Regional Airport (IDA) is inviting passengers and Idaho Falls residents to participate in a week-long event to help them enroll in the popular Transportation Security Administration TSA PreCheck® Enrollment ...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: March 6, 2023
IDAHO FALLS - On Thursday, March 16 at 7:00 p.m., Dr. Jericho Whiting with BYU-Idaho will introduce you to the bats of Idaho, explain why they’re important, and discuss ways Idaho Falls Zoo is helping protect natural habitat and expand the knowledge of lo...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: March 2, 2023
IDAHO FALLS – The Idaho Falls Zoo will reopen for the 2023 season on Wednesday, April 12 at 9:30 a.m.
Your Idaho Falls Zoo will be open daily from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., including holidays. During the 2023 season, education programs and special ...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: February 27, 2023
If weather conditions are favorable, improvements to the Woodruff Avenue and 17th Street intersection are scheduled to begin on Monday, March 13. The intersection will be widened to improve traffic flow, reduce congestion, and accommodate forecasted popul...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: February 16, 2023
IDAHO FALLS – The Idaho Falls Zoo is taking applications for teens wanting an amazing educational experience while giving back to the community on the 2023 Junior Zoo Crew.
The Junior Zoo Crew offers a specifically designed summer educational pro...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: February 14, 2023
IDAHO FALLS – Your Idaho Falls Zoo’s 2023 season is just around the corner and volunteers are needed to continue to make it the best little zoo in the West.
Adult volunteer applications are closing on Thursday, Feb. 16. Contr...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: January 26, 2023
IDAHO FALLS – The Idaho Falls Regional Airport (IDA) has seen yet another record-breaking year of passengers making their way through the terminal.
As Idaho’s second busiest airport, 2022 saw 316,044 passengers depart, with an additional 312,285 flying int...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: January 12, 2023
IDAHO FALLS -- Mayor Rebecca Casper presented 10 Mayor’s choice awards to individuals and organizations during Thursday night’s City Council meeting.
The Mayor’s Choice Awards were created as a way to recognize outstanding residents, businesses, ...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: December 22, 2022
IDAHO FALLS – Four Idaho Falls Power employees were recognized for heroism, along with dozens of others awarded for safety at the utility’s annual end-of-the-year awards ceremony Thursday.
Rod Elliot, Colter Welker, Josh Hymas and Krist...
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Posted on: October 5, 2022
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The Idaho Falls Police Department is excited to announce the expansion of the IFPD Police K-9 Unit and to welcome several new police dogs to the department. ...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: September 2, 2022
Idaho Falls, ID – The Idaho Falls Police Department is excited to announce that Jessica Marley, a 21-year-veteran of the department, has been promoted to Captain. In addition to her robust experience as an Idaho Falls Police Officer, Ca...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: August 31, 2022
IDAHO FALLS -- Beginning Sept. 7, 2022, Alaska Airlines will transition to a regional jet on its route between the Idaho Falls Regional Airport (IDA) and Seattle, Washington.
Since Alaska launched the route in 2021, the airline utilized the Bombardier Q400...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: August 22, 2022
Idaho Falls, ID – On Thursday, August 18, 2022, the Idaho Falls Police Department hosted a retirement ceremony honoring the career of Captain Bill Squires and wishing him well as he retires from the law enforcement profession.
Captain Sq...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: July 1, 2022
Idaho Falls, ID – With the annual Independence Day festivities just days away, the Idaho Falls Police Department and partner agencies are sharing traffic closures, information, and safety tips to help the public to be safe and prepared ...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: June 27, 2022
Idaho Falls, ID – Ahead of the Independence Day holiday, the Idaho Falls Animal Shelter (IFAS) is offering discounted microchipping services. Normally, IFAS charges $20 for microchipping. Starting today and continuing through July 2nd, ...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: April 27, 2022
The City of Idaho Falls invites community members to attend one of two informational meetings to receive updates on the Idaho Falls water tower project.
The aging 85-year-old water tower will be replaced by a higher capacity water tower to accommodate Idah...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: December 17, 2021
The Idaho Falls City Council has unanimously voted to approve construction of the city’s new elevated water tower in the south parking lot of the Idaho Falls Public Library.
The vote was held last evening at the city’s regula...
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City of Idaho Falls News
Posted on: April 15, 2019
Idaho Falls, ID – Idaho Falls Public Works staff briefed the Idaho Falls City Council today on plans to replace the city’s aging water tower, currently located along the Snake River near Idaho Falls Power. The tower has been scheduled f...
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