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Hey Idaho Falls, hope your week’s off to a good start!

In today’s wallet-friendly edition: Beavers vs trees on the Riverwalk, seed swap, and Paddy’s On Park + lots of fun things to do for free.

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📰 In the news

Balancing trees and beavers: Beavers are gnawing trees along the Idaho Falls Riverwalk. The city calls the activity typical, has begun wrapping trunks with wire, and plans to hire a trapper to relocate them — see how officials respond.

Trustees review modernization and enrollment: Idaho Falls School District 91 may combine CTEC with Compass Academy as its lease ends in December, which could expand programs, reduce rent, and keep administration and staff separate — learn what factors shape decisions.

Local transport sector consolidates: Owner Michael Blakey’s Pocatello-based Southeast Idaho Transportation Company has acquired competitor Yellowstone Transportation, aiming to strengthen regional service and capacity across eastern Idaho, following recent fleet growth — read the full story.

Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.

Highlights this week:

• Paint Lucky Lunar at Cafe et Amour
• Experience group Reiki healing for $10
• Bake and decorate a dozen Easter cookies

🫶 We got your back

Lunch done right: When your midday routine needs a lift, Geraldine’s Bake Shoppe & Deli serves fresh-baked bread, stacked sandwiches, soups, and salads, all made in-house and never from frozen dough, by a family team that’s been at it since 2001. Quick, satisfying, and local. Consider this your tasty errand.

Old-school park magic: Tautphaus Park packs the stuff you actually use, from playgrounds, ballfields, picnic nooks, and a skate park, plus fun extras like the zoo and Funland. When cabin fever hits, a quick lap and a bench snack here can reset your whole week.

LEGO treasure hunt: Bricks & Minifigs Idaho Falls turns browsing into discovery. Trade in old sets, dig bulk tables for that elusive piece, and find current or retired builds. Locally owned, lively, and packed with surprises… it’s a LEGO playground for builders who love the hunt.

Why your last diet didn’t work: Sustained weight loss is nearly impossible with diet alone. Your body literally fights back by making you hungrier the moment you start restricting calories. That’s why more doctors are recommending GLP-1s. The best part? Getting them has never been easier. We compared three programs to help you find the right fit. See which ones stood out →

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📆 Free events worth checking out

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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.

⛑ Drug Overdose Prevention and Response Training @ Idaho Falls Public Library | Tuesday (3/10) at 12:00 PM – Because being prepared beats panicking, this practical overdose prevention and Narcan training at the library covers spotting the signs and stepping in, and you leave with a free kit. RSVP if you like, or just show up, second-floor program room at IFPL: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfoYLow5LpmQ0SOC5DWYdWppcq\_Khhv52jmnMc5BVeYDMMSNg/viewform

🎨 Shelley Youth Art Club @ North Bingham County District Library | Thursday (3/12) at 7:00 PM – Whether your teen doodles on math notes or asks for brushes, point them to the NBCD Library for SYAC’s watercolor night. It’s free, supplies included, and full of Shelley and Firth teens, which means creativity, conversation, and zero pressure to dance for an algorithm.

🌱 2026 Southeast Idaho Seed Swap @ Bonneville County Fairgrounds | Friday (3/13) at 7:00 PM – Cabin fever calls for swapping seeds with the neighbors who actually ripen tomatoes here. Bring saved or leftover packets, or come empty-handed and snag tokens for locally tough varieties, catch quick seed-saving tips, and leave plotting a garden that survives wind, frost, and your schedule.

🎶 Jesse Jones Blair and more @ BlackRock Fine Wine & Craft Beer | Friday (3/13) at 8:00 PM – Friday the 13th calls for indie folk, not jump scares, at The Blackrock in downtown Idaho Falls. Nico Wilde and Jesse Jones Blair trade originals and choice covers. It’s free, you bring your ears, a friend, and a few bills for the tip jar.

📖 Children’s Story Time @ Winnie & Mo’s Bookshop | Saturday (3/14) at 10:30 AM – Storytime is rolling in each Saturday with a rotating cast of readers, a craft or a singalong, and the kind of calm parents pretend is routine. It is always free, open to kids of all ages, and grandparent-approved. Your coffee can finally stay warm.

☘ Paddy’s On Park @ The Celt Pub | Saturday (3/14) at 3:00 PM – Stroll Park Ave for St. Patrick’s Day, downtown style, with Satin N Steel and Lil’Red, Irish dancers, and stops at bars and restaurants. Expect cornhole at Bob’s, Giant Plinko, and a decor vote, because a little competition pairs well with a pint. Free, family friendly.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

📻 Idaho Falls report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 42°F – Low: 23°F – Precip: 7%

Partly sunny. High near 42, with temperatures falling to around 40 in the afternoon. Southwest wind 16 to 29 mph, with gusts as high as 39 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 23. West southwest wind 7 to 26 mph, with gusts as high as 37 mph.

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Tomorrow – High: 46°F – Low: 37°F – Precip: 0%

Mostly sunny, with a high near 46. Southwest wind 8 to 22 mph, with gusts as high as 33 mph. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 37. South southwest wind 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 32 mph.

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That’s exactly what happened to me. I had the same policy for half a decade. Autopay was on, it was out of sight and out of mind. Turns out I was blindly paying way more than everyone else I knew.

If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too – here’s the comparison tool I used.

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