The rain could not keep the fun at bay at Idaho State University on Saturday morning when hundreds took to the streets on bikes, in truck beds and throwing candy from floats for the Homecoming Parade through campus. While the 2025 Homecoming Parade held a significantly larger crowd due to fairer weather conditions, this year’s parade featured several special floats.
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Hundreds headed out to the Bonneville County Fairgrounds today for a spooky-season-themed market with vendors and food trucks. The Boo-Tique Craft Fair was free entry and provided all kinds of goodies for attendees.
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Early Wednesday morning, cars lined up around the block to receive a free breakfast and goodie bag from Portneuf Medical Center, driving through a line of pink balloons to raise awareness for breast cancer. The “Brake for Breakfast” event is in its 27th year, with the goal remaining to encourage women aged 40 and older to schedule their routine mammograms. Early detection of breast cancer could be the life-saving difference in someone’s cancer journey. Patients and survivors were among the volunteers for the event.
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IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – In Idaho Falls, waiting at a railroad crossing can sometimes feel like an exercise in patience. But this weekend, local trains are worth getting excited about and perhaps taking a longer stop. The Eagle Rock Railroad Historical Society is bringing its annual Railshow back to Idaho Falls, giving families and
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The TRIO Program at Idaho State University helps veterans and military family members find resources and opportunities post-service when it comes to education and careers. Throughout Saturday, the program hosted a resource fair at Idaho State University on the Quad.
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Students on campus at ISU have pounds, 900lbs to be specific, of ground beef to get from Benny’s Pantry thanks to a generous donation from Direct Communications through the Power County Livestock Sale Committee. Today’s cow-sized donation doubles last year’s haul of ground beef, giving more students access to high-quality protein.
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Since 2024, Idaho State University’s Esports has grown from three to five varsity teams and competed and placed on the national stage, all while practicing in the basement of the Student Union Building in a confined, dark space. Today, the Esports program held a grand opening for their new Esports Arena, a well-deserved upgrade for the committed athletes.
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September is National Suicide Prevention Month, and Idaho State University took part by hosting the “Connecting Communities to Save Lives” Conference at the Pond Student Union Building. Experts from around the country came to speak to attendees about a variety of suicide prevention strategies and local mental health resources were available at various booths in the ballroom.
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Vintage Market Days kicked off at 11 a.m. on September 24 for a weekend full of fall shopping, food trucks and live music. This is the fourth year of the market, but their first year at the new location inside the Eastern Idaho State Fairgrounds in Blackfoot.
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Whether you’ve seen them in Pocatello, Idaho Falls, or interstate interchanges elsewhere, Flock cameras have become as commonplace as they are controversial in eastern Idaho. Now Pocatello residents are getting their chance to weigh in.
The City of Pocatello and the Pocatello Police Department will host a public town hall session on Oct. 21 to gather community feedback regarding automated license plate scanning cameras.
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Idaho foster and kinship families are scheduled to participate in a Fostering Family Adventures event on September 26 at Harriman State Park, featuring various outdoor activities and educational programs.
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The Walk to End Alzheimer’s is the largest fundraiser for the Alzheimer’s Association, taking walks around the country and raising awareness for dementia diseases. On Saturday, September 19, hundreds showed up to Cotant Park in Pocatello for the Walk to End Alzheimer’s.
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The Idaho Falls Symphony is scheduled to host a free outdoor concert titled Sounds of America at Freeman Park this Saturday at 5:30 p.m.
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The Collector’s Corner Museum in Idaho Falls will host a family-friendly “1776” scavenger hunt on Sept. 19 to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary.
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The Eastern Idaho State Fair wrapped up on Saturday, September 12 after nine days of performances, intense carnival rides, famous fair food and hundreds of 4-H animals on display. The fair is the largest event in southeast Idaho, drawing hundreds of thousands of people from around the region every year.
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The fall semester has been underway at Idaho State University for a few weeks, and President Wagner gave his fall address titled “Rooted in Legacy, Driven by Purpose” to cover the 125 years of history and what his administration seeks for the future of the university.
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The Pocatello Marathon is just around the corner in the Gate City, with participants picking up their swag bags and T-shirts this afternoon at the ICCU Fieldhouse. This year’s race marks the first under new race director Mary Stenquist, who took over the role from her father and is excited to continue the legacy of the marathon.
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The long-awaited hottest pool at Lava Hot Springs is open following a grand opening ribbon cutting on Thursday afternoon. Lava Hot Springs Executive Director Tyson Koester and Commissioner Jeff Hough cut the ribbon on the new and improved pool, built to serve the community for generations.
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The Pocatello Greek Festival is a fan-favorite every year, drawing out thousands to the Assumption Greek Orthodox Church for a vast menu of greek food, pastries and desserts, as well as tours of the historic church building and Greek folk dancing.
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The Edson Fichter Nature Area is welcoming back the beloved Nature Talks series to the newly improved amphitheater for the entire month of September. Every Wednesday night at 6 p.m. a new expert from organizations in the community including Idaho State University will give a presentation on a different nature topic.
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The 19th annual Tin Cup Challenge in Teton Valley raised a record $4.9 million for local nonprofits and brought together donors, businesses and nonprofits to support local organizations across Teton Valley.
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Idaho State Police offered a two-hour opportunity for locals interested in working in law enforcement by giving them a tour of the District 5 office as well as providing state troopers to answer questions. The session covered the application process, the intensive training program and what to expect in the profession if a candidate is hired.
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The mission for Bannock County Veterans Services is simple: gather resources for veterans to assist in employment, education and entrepreneurship opportunities post-service. The Mission 3E Summit at The Village in Pocatello provided training sessions and expert advice for veterans in the community.
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Cars and Coffee is a weekly car show that has brought out hundreds of visitors every Sunday in Pocatello. Since its founding in 2019, the event provides a space for locals to share their 4-wheeled passion projects with others.
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The “Chubbuck Days” celebration is back for the weekend in Chubbuck, a summer bash filled with family fun, movies and parades for the community. The celebrations kick off Friday August 7, with the family movie night at Stuart Park.
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The Roaring Youth Jam returns to the Idaho Falls River Walk this week, bringing three days of free art, crafts and entertainment for families.
Georgina Goodlander, the Visual Arts Director for the Idaho Falls Arts Council, stopped by Local News 8 Live in the Morning to show off some fun art projects that will be going on at this weekend’s Roaring Youth Jam.
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The Aid for Friends Homeless Shelter in Pocatello is celebrating five years of service to the community, and cut a ribbon this morning to dedicate and rename the building after Barbara Jo “BJ” Strensland, whose vision for a clean, safe space for homeless to be came to life with the shelter.
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A tradition born from tragedy is back in Pocatello for the twelfth year– the annual Parrish Family 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament. The competition serves as a fundraiser for the NO C.O. Foundation and the Chubbuck Lions Club, as well as an opportuity to raise awareness about carbon monoxide poisoning.
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For the second year in a row, organizers and volunteers in Shelley are bringing car lovers together for a cause. “Wheels for Compassion” is an annual car show to raise money for Hospice of Eastern Idaho, the only non-profit hospice care in the area.
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The 70th Annual Teton County Fair is officially underway, bringing a full week of rides, food, livestock shows and live entertainment to the Jackson community and beyond.
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The Friends of the Marshall Public Library (FOMPL) are hosting their annual summer book sale this Friday and Saturday in the community room at The Marshall Public Library. The seasonal book sales are the main fundraiser for the FOMPL organization, to help keep library programs and services running throughout the year.
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The City of Pocatello held a naming contest for the new cougar kitten at Zoo Idaho as a fundraiser for her habitat, which raised $3000 for renovations. On Friday, a crowd gathered outside the enclosure for Mayor Dahlquist to announce the winning name of the zoo’s new addition.
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Every three years, Pocatello and Idaho State University host the Idaho International Choir Festival, bringing elite singers from around the world to eastern Idaho to connect the community through diverse music. This morning was the opening ceremonies at Pebble Creek Ski Area, featuring performances from each of the participating choirs, remarks from dignitaries and exploration of the beautiful mountain scenary.
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Idaho State University is hosting one of the biggest events of the year in Pocatello, the Idaho International Choral Festival (IICF). The event brings elite choirs from around the world together for concerts, rehearsals, Idaho exploration and free performances.
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As part of a multi-year project called “Bringing War Home,” professors and students from Utah State University partnered with the Museum of Idaho to host a roadshow on Saturday, July 11 to find wartime artifacts in the community.
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The Shoshone-Bannock Tribes held a grand opening for the new Fort Hall Fire Station at 70 Widowville Road in Fort Hall after approximately two years of construction. The new facility will serve as the headquarters for Fort Hall Fire, with over 25,000 square feet of expanded offices, training areas and fire truck bays.
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To kickoff the historic America250 Fourth of July weekend, the City of Pocatello celebrated Idaho’s birthday and the community by sealing the 50-year time capsule. Unlike other time capsules buried underground, this one will be held on the second floor of the Marshall Public Library for the next 50 years.
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Portneuf Medical Center in Pocatello hosted the “Meet the Robot” open house, where visitors could see and use the Da Vinci 5 medical robot. The robot is used in surgeries, particularly for hernias and abdominal operations. Children and people of all ages were able to cosplay as a surgeon and operate on plastic pieces, emulating a surgery.
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Blackfoot, Idaho is celebrating its 125th anniversary this weekend with a two-day event program at Jensen’s Grove, featuring a vendor fair, family activities, a car show, barbeque and fireworks show, as well as pioneer settlement stations, and local organizations such as Bless Blackfoot.
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The Bannock County Fairgrounds are welcoming back the Mystic Realms Fantasy Fair in Pocatello, with new vendors, entertainers and fan favorite food trucks to enjoy all weekend.
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The Tabernacle Choir is celebrating 100 years of performing at the Hollywood Bowl in California. The special concert will be broadcast all across the country, with several local venues hosting watch parties and screenings.
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The campers in Pocatello at Constitution Camp have been learning about U.S. history all week, participating in hands-on activities like pulling wagons across the “Oregon Trail” and building states on the country map. They’ve also been learning patriotic songs to perform at their “Light of Liberty” musical on the last day of camp.
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Clad in traditional caps and gowns, many for the very first time, 12 inmates at the Bannock County Jail celebrated a major milestone Thursday. The emotional ceremony celebrated their completion of the Hustle 2.0 education program, an intensive rehabilitation and education program aimed at giving incarcerated individuals the tools and the self-belief needed to successfully reenter society.
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Throughout the week of June 14-20, Sports Clips in Idaho Falls is turning every trim into an opportunity to support Camp Hayden and local students in need.
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The Senior Activity Center hosted their annual Oldies Rod and Custom Car Show on June 13, bringing out 85 cars and hundreds of community members. Organizers said the car show is one of two major fundraisers the organization hosts, bringing in extra money for programs and services offered by the local non-profit.
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Rexburg held events all week in honor of the anniversary of the Teton Dam flood as part of the Flood 50 “remember. connect. serve.” initiative. The week culminated on Saturday night with the commemoration program at the BYU-I Center.
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The National EMS Memorial Service partnered with Portneuf Air Rescue and Medical Center to host the Moving Honors procession on Wednesday, June 3. The ceremony honors fallen EMS heroes across the country, with the journey beginning in Califronia and ending in Arlington, Virginia, totaling over 10,000 miles.
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BLACKFOOT, Idaho (KIFI) – The Snake River Miniature Horse Club, founded in 2003, offers a variety of competitions for miniature horses and their caretakers. Their miniature horse show began this morning and continues tomorrow. People of all ages can compete in events designed as family-oriented activities. Tomorrow’s show is scheduled to begin at 8 a.m.
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The Bannock County PRCA Rodeo is finally back in Pocatello, bringing intense competition, clown comedy, and stellar trick riding cowgirls to the community.
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For the last 27 years, Pocatello has been home to a unique memorial for fallen soldiers – the Field of Heroes. At the soccer fields at Century High School, exactly 7,086 markers stand in perfect lines to honor fallen veterans since 9/11.
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POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – Special Olympics programs across the country give athletes with various disabilities the opportunity to compete. The Gate City Diamondbacks Special Olympics basketball team was lucky enough to compete against a totally new team: local law enforcement. This year, program coordinator Kathy Walker said all five local law enforcement agencies were in
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Community members gathered Sunday at the Snake River Event Center to enjoy live music, cultural performances, local vendors, and a variety of food throughout the event.
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Each week, a dedicated group of ISU student dancers files into the Red Hill building on campus to rehearse solos, duets and group routines for their upcoming showcase. Just a few short months ago, the dance company didn’t exist at all.
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This Saturday, April 25 is the 29th annual food drive for the Idaho Food Bank put on by Feeding the 5000 families and local faith-based organizations.
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Art brings communities together, and right here in Idaho Falls several local organizations gathered people to enjoy a “Postcard Art Show” in support of Happyville Farms.
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Ice skating and ice hockey are two of the world’s lesser known sports, however there are clubs providing athletes the opportunity to play them right here in Idaho Falls. Expenses for ice time are steep, with tonight’s “Ice Gala” serving as a fundraiser for the Idaho Falls Figure Skating as well as the Snake River Youth Hockey Association.
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Idaho Falls, ID (KIFI) – Contrary to the colder weather of the past few days, spring is in the air in eastern Idaho—and for many homeowners, that means it’s time to start planning their next big project. The East Idaho Home & Garden Show is returning to the Mountain America Center on April 17 and
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Maggie Price, the director of the Snake River Orchestra, gave us a taste of their unique, high-energy fundraiser concert. Their rock orchestra will be featuring Electrify Your Orchestra with Mark Wood, founder of the Trans-Siberian Orchestra.
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One local organization is bringing the popular sport of pickleball to Eastern Idaho. United Voices Rising is working to fund women’s mental health therapies for survivors of sexual assault. They hosted their first annual “Pickle for a Purpose” pickleball tournament on April 11.
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At the heart of Pocatello is a school bringing children and families together with a history of celebrating Jesus for 71 years. In honor of the Easter holiday, students at the Holy Spirit Catholic School performed a reenactment play of the Easter story.
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The East Idaho Fly Tying and Flyfishing Expo has gathered fishing enthusiants from around the region for 30 years. This weekend, thousands traveled to the Mountain America Center for all things fly fishing.
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Snake River Doodles Traveling Animals are back, bringing exotic reptiles to the community of Pocatello. Today they hosted their “Wild Animal Adventure” at Jungle Retreat.
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Hundreds of craft-goers flocked to Rigby Middle School today for the Spring Frenzy Market. The annual craft fair comes just in time for customers to purchase Easter Basket items, Mother’s Day gifts and more.
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The most beloved car show in Idaho is back this weekend: Chrome in the Dome at the ICCU Dome in Pocatello. The show runs both Friday and Saturday and features all kinds of automotives including new and classic cars, trucks and motorcycles.
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A group of local barbers are cutting more than just hair; they are snipping off some of the burden that comes with being a new parent. Oleys Barber Shop in Idaho Falls is offering haircuts in exchange for donations to the Nest Pregnancy Care Center.
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Hundreds enjoyed a Valentine’s Day themed night at the annual Chocolate Lover’s Affair at the Stephen’s Performing Arts Center at ISU, where guests enjoy a variety of sweet treats provided by local bakeries in support of the Pocatello Rotary Club.
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Idaho Falls, ID (KIFI) – This weekend, outdoor enthusiasts and film lovers have the incredibly unique opportunity to experience the Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival – a celebration of adventures on the big screen. Happening at the Colonial Theatre in downtown Idaho Falls, the international film festival is bringing a collection of independent outdoor films
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Idaho Falls, ID (KIFI) – The Art Museum of Eastern Idaho is celebrating local creativity with the opening of the 2026 Eagle Rock Art Guild Spring Show, a diverse exhibition featuring the work of artists from across the region. An annual exhibition, this year’s gallery, titled The Work of Today’s Guild Membership, opens to the
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If you’re looking for a sweet way to either have a girls’ night out or a fun date night, you’ll want to check out the upcoming Chocolate Lover’s Affair.
Local News 8 Live at Noon hosted Summer Jackson from the Pocatello Rotary Club, who is hosting the event, and she promised jazz music, a chance to dress up, and of course–lots of desserts from local vendors.
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The community of Pocatello is in for a treat very soon. The Chocolate Lover’s Affair put on by the Pocatello Rotary Club at the Stephen’s Performing Arts Center is next Saturday, January 23 from 6-9pm.
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The Ronald McDonald House Charities collaborated with Idaho Falls Rescue Mission to host the 5th annual toy drive and light parade on December 13th.
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The City of Chubbuck hosted their annual City Hall-I-Days Christmas festival at the Chubbuck City Hall earlier this evening, December 11th.
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Eastern Idaho (KIFI) – The DSPs Doing Good Organization, part of the DSP, will provide free Thanksgiving meals to aid direct support professionals on November 25th-26th during the holiday season. This initiative aims to alleviate holiday stress for those professionals and is part of the organization’s ongoing commitment to assist both DSPs and the individuals
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Local News 8’s Megan Lavin went live and took skating lessons with Natalie Catalano, an ensemble skater who plays Luisa from Encanto. (You know, she’s the strong one.)
This two hour spectacular is only in town this weekend, with shows on Friday, Saturday and Sunday with both evening and afternoon performances.
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The Nutcracker Magical Christmas Ballet came to Colonial Theatre tonight in Idaho Falls, and the audience was treated to a holiday-spirited show.
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Residents of Idaho Falls are invited to experience a show unlike any other, promising unforgettable entertainment for all ages.
This year’s production takes audiences on a nostalgic journey to the 1950s, evoking memories of sock hops, drive-in theaters, muscle cars, and classic rock-and-roll style.
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The Bengals came out in full force today along with community members from both Pocatello and Idaho Falls to enjoy the annual homecoming parade.
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Idaho Falls, Idaho (KIFI) — Tagg-N-Go is once again turning up the thrills for a goodcause. SCAREWASH, the company’s annual haunted car wash, returns from October 24–30, running each night from 7 to 9 p.m. All proceeds will support a local child battling cancer. From haunted encounters to eerie effects, SCAREWASH puts a Halloween twist
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On Thursday, October 23rd, the Jazz House Big Band will host “Swinging: The Great American Songbook” at the Frontier Center in Idaho Falls. Ticket sales will benefit the EIRMC Auxiliary and raise funds for patient care.
The show will feature a live jazz band and vocalists, showcasing jazz music from the 1920s to the 1960s.
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The Human Bean in Chubbuck is inviting coffee-lovers to “drink pink” on Friday, October 17, for their annual Coffee for a Cure breast cancer giveback event. All food and beverage proceeds on that day will be donated to Pocatello Free Clinic, marking The Human Bean’s largest fundraiser of the year.
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While hundreds of dollars were awarded in Saturday’s cosplay contest, the true heroes, costumed or casual, were the attendees who donated to the Idaho Falls Community Food Basket. They collected fourteen large boxes, totaling over 700 pounds of canned goods – a whopping 150 pounds more than last year – to help those in need.
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A local jump rope team from Idaho Falls is looking to journey to Japan to compete in the World Championships representing Team USA. But they need your help.
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Luca Stricagnoli is an Italian guitarist known for his unique style and one-of-a-kind triple-neck guitar.
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Idaho Falls School District 91 students are preparing to take the stage for the 43rd Annual District Musical. This year’s production is Guys and Dolls.
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The viral ice cream cone company, Crispy Cones, is opening a new location in Idaho Falls.
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The Idaho Innovation Center is inviting the people of Southeast Idaho for a night of dinner, fun, and entertainment. The group is holding its annual fundraiser Friday, February 28, at 6:30 PM.
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A “one stop shop for all things bridal.”
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The Art Museum of Eastern Idaho is hosting its annual free holiday market, Beaux Cadeaux this weekend.
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The Assumption Greek Orthodox Church in Pocatello is preparing for their annual Greek Festival on Saturday, August 24.
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The Idaho Falls Sidewalk Chalk Festival is looking for artists to color the streets of Downtown and compete for prizes.
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Scoop Jam is happening this Saturday. This event benefits the Idaho Falls Rescue Mission and the Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Center.
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A national journey celebrating the Catholic faith made it’s way through the streets of Pocatello Thursday May 30.
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This summer the national parks service (NPS) will celebrate the centennial by hosting a variety of public activities and events each month.
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The Blackfoot Cornhole Club and Bingham County Humane Society teamed up to hold a fundraiser at the Blackfoot lodge for the Elks lodge, raising over $2,500 after the event.
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A Teton Valley Tradition has once again made its way to the Teton County Fairgrounds in Driggs. The Skijoring Grand races hosted by the Teton Valley Skijoring club is going on February 24, and February 25.
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If you’re looking for new appetizers to spice up your Super Bowl parties, try taking a master class with the Idaho Commercial Kitchen in Idaho Falls Tuesday night.
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“Every place in town has something going.”
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“We are excited because…it really highlights the beautiful place that we live.”
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The Idaho Chamber of Commerce has partnered with Mountain View Hospital and the Idaho Falls Community Hospital, to host a New Year’s Eve Party.
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Grammy-nominated American Artist and Musician Jenny Oaks Baker is returning to Eastern Idaho to kick off her ‘Joy to the World! A Sacred Christmas Celebration’ Tour.
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