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New Event Center Comes to Idaho Falls! – One Step Closer

Thumbnail image for New Event Center Comes to Idaho Falls! – One Step Closer by CR67 January 25, 2010

Finally!  It’s just been announced that a new event center will be built in Idaho Falls.

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VIDEO ADDED: Meteor Lights Up Southeast Idaho Sky

Thumbnail image for VIDEO ADDED: Meteor Lights Up Southeast Idaho Sky by Joe Eagle November 18, 2009

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A Meteor reportedly lit up the Southeast Idaho Sky just after midnight last night according to one IdahoFallsToday.com guest who witnessed the event first hand.
“Manybees” a user on the local community site wrote, “did anyone see the meteor that just lit up the sky a few minutes ago?”
“[It was] incredible! It lit up [...]

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Christmas Shopping in a Broke New World

Thumbnail image for Christmas Shopping in a Broke New World by Alice November 13, 2009

It seems that the previous media doom and gloom has given way to a slew of stories that can’t seem to make up their minds. One says things are looking up, one says things are getting worse. One story scares us with a 10% unemployment rate, and the next claims that new jobs are being [...]

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Insane Clown Posse Show Cancelled… Discussion Imminent.

Thumbnail image for Insane Clown Posse Show Cancelled… Discussion Imminent. by Alice November 5, 2009

I just read in the PR that the Insane Clown Posse concert has been canceled.
My first reaction was not surprise, it was actually a smirk while I recalled a similar concert held a couple of years ago by a band called Kottonmouth Kings. That concert, by a band (IMO) whose sole purpose is to promote [...]

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Idaho Democrats Abandon Non-Partisan Politics in City Elections

Thumbnail image for Idaho Democrats Abandon Non-Partisan Politics in City Elections by Larry Lyon November 2, 2009

With all the attention “Non- Partisan” politics has gotten in Idaho Falls since the Bonneville County Republican Central Committee voted 23 to 3 for the option to endorse candidates in city races, I did some research. What I found was very enlightening.
I did some research on the history of “non-partisan” politics in Idaho. The following [...]

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Idaho Falls Yellowstone Sonic Re-Opening!

Thumbnail image for Idaho Falls Yellowstone Sonic Re-Opening! by Guest Writer November 1, 2009

Local Idaho Falls television station KIFI TV8 has reported that the Yellowstone Sonic will reopen.
The Sonic drive-in restaurant is said to have closed when the owner, Dave Hall, refused to pay the rent increase demanded by the California based land owner. The doors were closed unexpectedly to many in October 23rd.
Hall [...]

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Idaho Falls Fireworks – Melaleuca Freedom Celebration Ranks Among Top Firework Shows In The Nation!

by Michelle July 12, 2009

Our own Idaho Falls Fireworks are being recognized around the country as one of the best fireworks shows in the nation.
It is in the company of other top shows in the nation such as New York, Philadelphia (the birthplace of our nation), Disney World, and Washington DC. Searching for information on the show I found [...]

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Area activity – The Pirates of Penzance

by elvisdivo March 23, 2009

- NOW SHOWING -
 *** THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE  ***
The Virginia Theater
186 South State Street
Shelley, ID 83724
(208) 569-7906
 March 20, 21, 23, 27, 28, and 30. All shows start at 7:30 PM. Doors open at 6:45. This is a very fun show, so please come and join us!

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IFPD…needs to get priorities straight?

by race_fan_8_15 September 22, 2008

Last week we had an incident near my house on 2nd st where a drunken couple were fighting in their front yard…it culminated with the man throwing a beer bottle at the woman..missing and putting a hole in the side of the elderly neighbors house.
This was reported the the police department, who took over 45 [...]

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Should the Farmers’ Market Move?

by Nemesis August 10, 2008

I think it’s time for the Idaho Falls Farmers’ Market to move.  It’s crowded, it creates tremendous pedestrian congestion around those two intersections (Broadway and Capital, and Broadway and Memorial) as people try to find parking elsewhere and then walk to get there (very few spaces left in the same parking lot).
 
Folks also park in [...]

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The Eagle Rock Co-op is OPEN!

by Nemesis August 3, 2008

It’s a “soft” opening as their grand opening is scheduled for mid September. 
They have products on the shelves and in the coolers, but they don’t have much in the way of produce yet.  They have a selection of meats and cheeses, some bulk items, coffees and teas, and various natural type shelf items (such [...]

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Dramatic High Speed Chase and Shootout in Idaho Falls

by Joe Vandal February 28, 2008

Last night our normally peaceful Idaho Falls was the scene of a crazy high speed vehicle chase, shootout, foot chase, and hostage situation. Most of us locals watched these events play out nearly live on our televisions last night. All three local news stations tried to get the best information, and this morning it seems [...]

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Idaho Falls 2007 Fourth of July Festivities

by Joe Vandal July 5, 2007

Another Fourth of July has come and passed Idaho Falls, and I think our city did a great job with this year’s festivities. Kudos to the thousands of people who worked behind the scenes to make all these great events. I hope a congratulatory picnic for those people can be arranged, we should thank them [...]

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Do You Want a 13-14 Story Marriott Residence Inn Hotel/Condo at Taylor’s Crossing?

by Ok4Now February 8, 2007

Last summer we were introduced to photos and story regarding the 13 story Marriott Residence Inn to be built at Taylor’s Crossing. As you have probably noticed, there aren’t cranes and workers building what would be the tallest building in Idaho Falls. I’ve added the “14th” floor, as I’ve never stayed in a [...]

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Broadway Railroad Crossing Gives Bad First Impression of Idaho Falls

by Joe Vandal November 16, 2006

Imagine pulling off the freeway of any random town you have never visited. While waiting at the exit ramp’s stoplight, you see a beautiful white stone with the town’s name and a pleasant natural scene carved into it. You turn right because you see gas stations, restaurants, and a trusty Wal-Mart in that [...]

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“Welcome to Idaho Falls” Monument Unveiled

by Joe Vandal September 14, 2006

I have been eagerly anticipating the erection of a new welcome sign next to the Kicks66 gas station on Broadway. This is the Broadway entrance to Idaho Falls from the freeway.
The area used to be an eyesore with a chain link fence and rusty old metal sheds. The fence and buildings were razed [...]

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September 11 Remembrance Walk Around Greenbelt

by Joe Vandal September 11, 2006

September 11 is an awkward anniversary for most Americans. I always reflect back on attacks and the subsequent tragedy, and remember how I was glued to media for a solid week thereafter. I feel I shouldn’t to anything happy or joyous on September 11, especially when two wars have ensued since then and Osama bin [...]

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Top 10 Best Photo Opportunities for Idaho Falls Visitors

by Joe Vandal August 28, 2006

Tourists have to cram the most enjoyment into never-enough vacation time. How about we suggest the best places they can get great pictures in Idaho Falls and surrounding areas? When taking these pictures I always like to take a couple with family and a couple of the scene itself.

My top ten photo opportunities would include:

Taylor [...]

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Taylor Crossing Unveils Largest Bronze Eagles

by Joe Vandal August 27, 2006

I enjoyed the (hopefully first annual?) Taylor Crossing Summer Days yesterday.
It was nice that they not only did an public art enveiling, they also had a full day’s free festivities for the public. My kid really enjoyed the blow-up castles and activity centers.
The girl that sang the star-spangled banner was one of the [...]

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Famous Artist Tags Idaho Falls Bridge?

by Joe Vandal August 4, 2006

I recently discovered something in Idaho Falls that not many would recognize but is hidden in plain sight.
There is graffiti on the Taylor pedestrian bridge (like the rest of Idaho Falls lately), but one stands out because it is obviously painted by stencil. I instantly recognized it from an article I read in Wired magazine [...]

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