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Hello Idaho Falls! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning. 

In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: Citizens Police Academy, Cheyenne Jackson’s Mid Life Torso Tour, and X-Treme International Ice Racing + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.

Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Idaho Falls protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.

📰 In the news

Go behind the badge: Idaho Falls Police Department’s free nine-week Citizens Police Academy will start April 29. Applications are open for weekly 7-9 p.m. classes through June 24 exploring policing, crime and safety — see how and when to apply.

Owner’s dog inspires shop: Elsie’s Closet in downtown Idaho Falls blends boutique vibes with thrift prices, from $5.99 tees to $20 Converse, and donates part of sales to Snake River Animal Shelter — read the full story.

Broadway and TV standout: Idaho-raised, Grammy-nominated singer and actor Cheyenne Jackson chats with Emmy in 7 Questions and will bring his Mid Life Torso Tour to Idaho Falls’ Colonial Theater on March 12 — read the full interview.

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.

Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.

Highlights this week:

• Play and connect at Little Play Hut
• Join exceptional women for intimate conversations
• Help finish quilts for Magical Moments
• Unlock clinical-level wellness data from home

💎 Local business spotlight

Craving real-deal pie? At Grandpa’s Southern Bar-B-Q, homestyle pecan, sweet potato, and buttermilk pies taste like they came from a beloved aunt’s recipe box. A full pie lifts midweek morale, while a post-ribs slice satisfies the craving. Either way, expect proper, comforting pie vibes.

Over a century strong: The Rose Shop in Idaho Falls has marked life’s wins and hard days for over 100 years with elegant roses, fresh seasonal mixes, and thoughtful sympathy designs. Need it fast? Same-day local delivery keeps you covered… even when the date sneaks up on you.

Find your next project: Between fresh boulders, tall roped routes, and low-pressure intro classes, The Edge Climbing Gym makes weeknights more exciting. Youth teams and occasional special events keep the local stoke high. Grab a friend, chalk up, and see what you can top out.

These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.

🫶 We got your back

Your data is for sale right now: There are over 400 websites selling your info to marketers, political campaigns, and scammers. They’ve got your phone number, home address, relatives’ names… you name it. That’s how robocallers seem to know everything about you before you pick up. You can remove your info one site at a time, or pay a service to do it for you. Here’s what we recommend →

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 →

What doctors wish every 65+ adult had at home: Physicians call it “long-lie,” and it’s the real reason falls are so dangerous for older adults. It’s not a broken bone… it’s lying on the floor for hours waiting for someone to notice. We dug into the options that actually solve this problem, and one stood out. See which one →

Thinning hair? It only gets worse: A few months ago, I noticed my ponytail getting thinner. I tried the usual stuff (biotin, shampoo, etc.) but mostly just hoped it would fix itself… until I learned that active follicles can permanently go dormant if you don’t do something about it. The good news? You can get treatment that actually works with no office visits or trips to the pharmacy. Check out my favorite online options →

📆 Fun for the whole fam

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

💡 Creators’ Club @ ARTitorium on Broadway | Friday (3/13) at 3:00 PM – Got a kid with glitter in their veins? Most Fridays, Creators’ Club lets ages 5 to 12 try origami, classic techniques, and big collab projects, all fresh each session. Drop in or register, bring the curiosity, and snag a spot early, seats disappear fast.

💪 Family Fit @ Idaho Falls Family YMCA | Friday (3/13) at 4:00 PM – If your family bonding looks like arguing over Wi-Fi, try a Friday workout at the Idaho Falls YMCA, where parents and kids 8+ team up for strength, cardio, balance, and laughs. Under-8s hit Child Watch, free with membership, and non-members can snag a day pass.

❄ Walk in the Cold 5K @ The Waterfront at Snake River Landing | Saturday (3/14) at 7:00 AM – Bundle up for a 5K that turns our winter grumbling into good, raising awareness and funds for Idaho Falls Rescue Mission. Register at walkinthecold.com, snag a shirt if you’re in by February 16, 2026, and leave the furry entourage at home, service animals only.

🥫 HSUV Food Drive @ C-A-L Ranch Stores (Ammon) | Saturday (3/14) at 8:00 AM – Need a sign to do some good? Donate dog food with the Humane Society at C-A-L Ranch in Ammon, meet a few wagging candidates for your couch, and snag a $20 microchip so Rover quits touring the neighborhood again.

🏁 X-Treme International Ice Racing @ Mountain America Center | Saturday (3/14) at 7:00 PM – Think you know winter thrills? X-Treme International Ice Racing turns a rink into a roar, with studded tires, flying ice chips, and bikes that treat brakes like rumors. Loud, fast, oddly elegant, and leagues better than arguing about snow blowers.

📚 Curriculum Chat, Swap, and Sell @ St. Paul’s United Methodist Church | Wednesday (3/18) at 12:00 PM – Nothing beats clearing your shelves, your conscience, and your budget at a homeschool curriculum chat, swap, and sell. Claim a table if you want to show off, trade, or unload materials, and consider a sitter, because talking phonics while tracking kids is an Olympic sport.

🌱 Gather and Grow @ The Little Play Hut | Wednesday (3/18) at 3:30 PM – Winter cabin fever is real, so we’re meeting up at The Little Play Hut to let the kids climb something that isn’t your furniture and catch up with other grown-ups. Open to all families, friendly vibes, and on Wednesdays it’s BOGO 50% off. See you?

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

📻 Idaho Falls report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 45°F – Low: 37°F – Precip: 3%

Mostly sunny, with a high near 45. Southwest wind 9 to 23 mph, with gusts as high as 35 mph. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 37. South southwest wind 16 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 31 mph.

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Tomorrow – High: 56°F – Low: 41°F – Precip: 8%

Partly sunny, with a high near 56. Southwest wind 24 to 40 mph, with gusts as high as 58 mph. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 41.

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