Monday, April 27, 2026

Heads up for pet parents: An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial fee just to be seen to x-rays, surgery, medicine, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could get up to 90% cash back on your vet bill with this pet insurance plan.*

Guide community priorities ahead: Idaho Falls is seeking input on its 5-year Community Development Plan through two online surveys. The two-week window is underway now, with interviews, focus groups, and coordination for CDBG 2026-2030 -- see how to participate.

Surprising cold-weather animal antics: Bundle up, Idaho Falls. The zoo has reopened for the 2026 season despite near-freezing temps, possible snow, and wind, and many animals, including the lions, are loving the cold -- read the full story.

Stay ahead of cold snaps: With late spring freezes still possible, Idaho Falls experts at T&T Lawn Service share steps to protect your yard, from covering tender plants to shutting sprinklers and avoiding foot traffic -- get tips for plants and pipes.

The bill everyone over 50 should double check: Car insurance. If you’ve been on the same plan for years, you might be paying way more than you need to. It’s an easy one to forget about, but switching could save you up to $600 this year. Case in point: I shopped around and ended up cutting my premium in half — this free comparison tool makes it easy.*

Retirees are making moves: After gold's best year in nearly five decades, more folks than ever are moving part of their savings into precious metals. Not all of it... just enough to hedge against inflation. AHG put together a free guide that explains how it works -- grab your copy here.*

Laminated dough heaven: Elevate Bake Shop turns butter and patience into small-batch croissants, danish, and loaves that make weekday mornings feel a little heroic. Everything is from-scratch, with a pastry case that changes often enough to count as research... warm, flaky, and proudly local comfort.

Slow-smoked comfort incoming: Grandpa's Southern Bar-B-Q has served Idaho Falls since 1995 with no-nonsense Southern barbecue, cozy vibes, and desserts you’ll remember at midnight. Craving brisket, pulled pork, and proper sides that taste like someone cared? Consider this your midweek treat.

Press start, Idaho Falls: Ka-Ko Jo's has over 50 arcade games, from retro classics to shooters, plus a legit VR setup that makes you forget about your grocery list. Swipe a play card, rack up tickets that never expire, and let everyone burn off energy before dinner this week for some solid, family-owned fun.

The slower you walk, the more it works: Tai Chi walking is trending online. Turns out it's centuries old — slow deliberate steps, paced breath, attention on the body. Thirty minutes a day burns fat, lifts your mood, and builds balance. No gym, no treadmill, no pounding on the joints. Take the quick quiz to see if it fits, then use code BASELOCAL for a discount on the coaching plan. *See how it works →

Your homeowners insurance has a blind spot: It covers your house if a tree falls on it. It doesn’t cover your furnace when it quits in January, your AC when it dies in July, or your water heater when it starts leaking on a Tuesday. Those are all classified as "normal wear and tear," and they're 100% on you. American Home Shield can help fill that gap for ~$1/day (even if your appliances and systems are really old).*See what it covers →

Selling your house doesn't have to take months: If you need to sell quickly — because you're downsizing, relocating, or just ready to close this chapter — Liz helps seniors sell their houses fast. As-is. No repairs, no showings, no drawn-out back-and-forth. You pick the closing date. *See how it works →

Unknown-number calls aren't random: Scammers don't just pick numbers out of a hat. They pay data brokers a few bucks and get everything they need to harass you, trick you, rob you, or steal your identity outright. Incogni removes all of your personal info from these data broker sites and keeps an eye out to make sure it stays gone for good. *Get protected →

For women who've been feeling off for years: The fatigue, the weight creeping up, the mood swings, the sleep that won't hold. Turns out most of those "it's just aging" problems are actually caused by hormones, and proper HRT can get you back to feeling like yourself. The catch? You can't get it without a full hormone panel and a doctor who understands what those numbers mean. Most women never get either, but Hone Health gives you both. *See how it works →

🎭 The Scarlet Pimpernel @ Idaho Falls Youth Arts Centre | Monday (4/27) at 7:00 PM – Take a break, slip into The Scarlet Pimpernel, a swashbuckling musical of daring disguises, romantic intrigue, and sharp wit. He rescues innocents from the guillotine, dodges Chauvelin, and hides his identity from his new wife. Real stakes, great voices, and a cape.

🧵 Rexburg Sewing Group @ Fairway Estates | Wednesday (4/29) at 10:00 AM – That stack of "I’ll fix it someday" shirts is about to meet its match. Join the local sewing group to learn simple stitches, clothing repair, and how to give fabric a second life. Dig through donated fabric, bring your unloved yardage, and leave proudly thrifty.

🩺 Idaho Senior Health Fair @ Holiday Inn & Suites Idaho Falls | Thursday (4/30) at 11:00 AM – A free senior health fair is popping up in Idaho Falls with local providers, therapy, rehab, hospice info, and community programs, all aimed at keeping you independent. Bring your questions, your neighbor, and your reading glasses. Former INL or DOE folks can decode EEOICPA benefits.

🎻 IF Symphony Gala @ Blue Cross of Idaho Conference Center at the Mountain America Center | Friday (5/1) at 6:00 PM – Whether you can tell a concerto from a potluck or just want an excuse to dress up, the Idaho Falls Symphony’s annual gala delivers. Beautiful music, great company, and you’re supporting the musicians who keep this town humming. Seats are limited, grab tickets at ifsymphony.org.

💉 Microchip & Vaccination Clinic @ Bonneville Humane Society Thrift Store & Pet Adoption Center | Saturday (5/2) at 10:00 AM – Bring your four-legged troublemaker to the microchip and vaccination clinic, no appointment, roll in. Quick shots, a tracker, and less panic the next time the gate gets left open. Find it at 444 N Eastern Ave, because "he never runs off" is not a strategy.

🌕 Full Moon Sound Bath @ Yoga Wellness Connection | Saturday (5/2) at 7:00 PM – Leaning into the full moon with a sound bath where Nicole layers crystal and Tibetan bowls, flutes, gongs, and tea-fueled intentions. You stretch out, let the vibrations do the chores, then sip, share, and actually exhale. Members save a few bucks, serenity included.

🔧 Lego Star Wars Build Event @ Grand Teton Mall | Saturday (5/2) – This in-store LEGO build goes full Star Wars, geared for ages 10 and up, but everyone is welcome. Snag a wristband, call it quality time, and enjoy some screen-free tinkering that does not end with stepping on a brick at midnight.

This new 2025 HAPCO custom sits on eastern Idaho farmland with snow-capped mountain views. At 7,428 square feet over three levels, the 5-bed, 5.5-bath design pairs hickory floors with a great room and chef's kitchen with double ovens. Highlights include a main-level suite, a secure armory, a sunken multipurpose room, and a heated, vaulted patio. Two acreage options are available.