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Happy weekend, Idaho Falls!
In today’s happening-today edition: Fastest-growing home prices, a youth bill of rights for foster kids, and drag brunch + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.
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📰 In the news
Regional housing shifts revealed: Curious where prices are climbing fastest around Idaho Falls? A recent Stacker analysis using Zillow data ranks local cities by recent growth, highlighting where home values have surged most — see the full rankings.
Protections for those in care: Idaho lawmakers introduced two bills to create a youth bill of rights for foster kids and children in residential treatment, seeking stronger oversight, inspections, and clearer ways to report violations — see what’s in the bills.
From boards to bytes: KIFI’s 65th anniversary series looks back as a former Idaho Falls weathercaster recalls hand-drawn charts, a simple map and pointer, and the tech upgrades that transformed local forecasting — see how forecasting changed.
Gold & silver are hot: Coming off gold’s best year since 1979, the momentum is carrying well into 2026 with silver remaining one of the most talked-about assets. Curious why they’re back in focus? American Hartford Gold has a free guide that explains what’s happening and how people are approaching it today. It’s free – and definitely worth a read.
Someone Googled you this week: Whether you’re dating again, selling something locally, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up. Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are. Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you (or someone you care about) to clean up all that up – learn more here.
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🫶 We got your back
Stash refresh, local style: Idaho Falls’ own Teton Yarn Company hand-dyes national park–inspired colorways and keeps ChiaoGoo needles at the ready, from Denali Merino Yak Silk to Zion Lace. Expect saturated skeins, thoughtful fibers, and hometown know‑how… the kind that makes your next cast‑on feel effortless.
Spot of local color: The Colonial Theater Lobby Mural bursts with Idaho Falls arts energy, a cheerful who’s who commissioned by the Idaho Falls Arts Council and brought to life by Alex Petersen (Pete and Pen). When you’re downtown, swing through the lobby for a quick spark of inspiration before or after your plans.
Pints with a view: Whether you’re after a crisp house ale or an easy place to catch up, Snow Eagle Brewing & Grill keeps the taps fresh and the mood relaxed. Expect friendly buzz, hearty pub fare, and a pint that suits the season… especially those midwinter Idaho days.
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📆 Around town today & tomorrow
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🥕 Idaho Falls Farmers Market Winter Market @ Snake River Event Center | Saturday (3/7) at 9:00 AM – Think you know Idaho Falls’ farmers market? It is moving indoors for winter, where local farmers and artisans set up stalls with fresh goods, handmade crafts, and comfort snacks. Skip the slush, support your neighbors, and leave with something you did not know you needed.
🛍 Spring Frenzy Market @ Rigby Middle School | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – Take a lap through Rigby’s Spring Frenzy Market for Easter-basket loot, Mother’s Day saves, home decor, sweet treats, crafts, and boutique finds. Lunch is covered by local food vendors, entry is free, and those egg prizes? Better odds than your March Madness bracket, friend.
👻 The Cursed Collection @ Shaddow Domain | Saturday (3/7) at 11:00 AM – Swing by for a delightfully odd little market where local artists show off oddities, taxidermy, art, hand painted press-on nails, jewelry, Gothic highland cows, and medieval dragons. Equal parts cabinet of curiosities and neighborhood hang, with a giveaway to sweeten the deal.
🏒 Try Hockey for Free @ Joe Marmo – Wayne Lehto Ice Hockey Arena | Saturday (3/7) at 12:00 PM – Trade screen time for ice time, and let them try hockey for free at Joe Marmo / Wayne Lehto Ice Rink. Ages 4 to 9 can wobble, glide, and meet Eagles coaches, with skates provided, volunteers, and no experience required, snow clothes and any helmet.
🦌 Tex Creek Chapter Big Game Banquet @ Westbank Convention Center | Saturday (3/7) at 5:00 PM – Ready to outbid your buddy on gear you’ll swear is for conservation? Idaho Falls’ big night for elk country brings hard-to-find auctions, dinner, and good company, all in support of elk habitat and our hunting heritage. Seats vanish fast, so claim yours at Westbank.
🍺 Fermenters Meetup @ Idaho Farmhouse Ales (Shelley) | Sunday (3/8) at 1:00 PM – Bring a bottle and your best fermentation stories to Idaho Farmhouse Ales. Low-key tasting and swapping for beer, cider, mead, kombucha, pickles, and whatever else bubbles, no judging, just shop talk and a little community revival. Newbies, lifers, and ‘my carboy’s dusty’ types welcome.
👑 Drag Brunch @ A Street Soup Market | Sunday (3/8) at 1:00 PM – Drag brunch returns to A Street with two seatings, queens, kings, and in-betweens serving beloved numbers and brand-new stunners, all to benefit Idaho Falls Pride. Grab VIP up front if you like your sequins close, your eggs hot, and your philanthropy poured with a mimosa.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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📻 Idaho Falls report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 44°F – Low: 34°F – Precip: 9%
Patchy fog before 8am. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 44. South southwest wind 7 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph. Later: Patchy fog after 10pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 34. South southwest wind 7 to 12 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 56°F – Low: 40°F – Precip: 6%
Patchy fog before 9am. Partly sunny, with a high near 56. South southwest wind 7 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 40.
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