Extensive Construction on S Boulevard this Summer

Idaho Falls, ID – The City of Idaho Falls has a busy schedule for construction activities on S Boulevard this summer. Four separate projects are planned over the next couple of months. These include the Elm St/S Boulevard roundabout and...

Charlene Street House Fire

Idaho Falls, ID:  On Friday, July 13, 2018 at 3:53 p.m., the Idaho Falls Fire Department was dispatched to an outside fire which was immediately upgraded to a 2^nd-alarm structure fire on the 1800 block of Charlene Street in Idaho Falls.

Neighbors ...

Temporary Closure of E. Anderson Street Scheduled for Sunday

Idaho Falls, ID – On Sunday, July 15, TMC Contractors, Inc. will temporarily close E Anderson Street between N Holmes Avenue and N Yellowstone/US Hwy 20/Northgate Mile from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

For public safety purposes, motorists are...

25th Street Improvement Project

Idaho Falls, ID – On Monday, July 16, TMC Contractors will begin construction on 25^th Street in Idaho Falls. Traffic will be diverted to one side of the center island between Bengal Avenue and St. Clair Road.

Parking will be prohibited o...

Multiple Structures Threatened by Fire

On July 7, 2018 at approximately 12:00 pm, the Idaho Falls Fire Department was dispatched to 6020 E.129th N for a report of a fire threatening multiple structures. 

Upon arrival, firefighters found a barn and two camp trailers engulfed in flames, ...

Mayor Directs POW MIA Flag Continue to Be Flown

A recent news story reported the city's efforts to create standards around city use of flags and flagpoles at city facilities.  As part of that story it was reported that a legal opinion was made to suggest the city temporarily take down the POW ...

Firefighters Battle 2nd Alarm Fire in Idaho Falls

Idaho Falls, ID:  On July 2, 2018 at 3:06 PM, the Idaho Falls Fire Department was dispatched to the 1200 block of Susanne Avenue for a 2^nd-alarm fire.

Heavy black smoke and flames were coming from the backyard of a single-story home when firefight...

W. Broadway Mobile Home Fire

On Friday, June 29, 2018 at 10:09 PM, the Idaho Falls Fire Department was dispatched to 5350 W. Broadway for a report of a structure fire. Upon arrival to the single-wide mobile home, firefighters reported heavy smoke coming from the front door and the ea...

Idaho Falls City Attorney Honored with Prestigious State Award

Idaho Falls City Attorney Randy Fife was recognized recently by the Idaho Municipal Attorney’s Association (IMA) with the prestigious Dale Storer Professionalism Award.

Only two other attorneys have been recognized in the state of Idaho since 201...

Construction Notice: New Water Line on Northgate Mile

Knife River will be installing a new water line for the City of Idaho Falls at three locations on Northgate Mile between N. Holmes Avenue and Lomax Street beginning on Monday, July 2.  

Southbound traffic will be reduced to one lane.

Barring unfore...

Reserving Viewing Areas During Independence Day

Estimates indicate that Idaho Falls more than doubles in size as we celebrate Independence Day with food, fun, music, games and the Melaleuca Freedom Celebration – “one of the best fireworks shows in America,” according to US...

Bear Prairie Appointed General Manager of Idaho Falls Power

The Idaho Falls City Council voted unanimously to appoint Bear Prairie as the new General Manager of Idaho Falls Power during the June 28th city council meeting. 

Prairie has worked for Idaho Falls Power since 2010 where he has served as the Assis...

Flowers to Step Down at Idaho Falls Power

Idaho Falls Power General Manager Jackie Flowers has submitted her resignation letter to the City of Idaho Falls.  Flowers has accepted a position as the Director of Tacoma Public Utilities and will leave her post with the Idaho Falls utility on ...

CITY OF IDAHO FALLS RECEIVES TWO AWARDS FROM ASSOCIATION OF IDAHO CITIES

The City of Idaho Falls was recognized with two awards from the Association of Idaho Cities (AIC) during the Annual AIC Conference this week.  Both awards were presented at the AIC awards banquet held last night, June 21^st, 2018, at the JUMP Cent...

City of Idaho Falls, Civitans Invite Public to Help Build New Freeman Park Playground

Idaho Falls – The City of Idaho Falls and the Idaho Falls Civitan Club invite the public to join them Friday, June 29^th at 8:30 a.m. at Freeman Park to help build the city’s newest playground.

Anyone age 16 and over is invited to join c...

Civic Center to Begin Renovations

Idaho Falls – The Idaho Falls Civic Center for the Performing Arts is about to get a face lift.

The first phase of renovations to the facility are set to begin on Tuesday, June 26^th.  The Civic Center will be closed for the summer to all...

Have Patience & Plan Ahead - Independence Day Celebration

As we approach the busy Independence Day holiday, we remind community members to pay extra attention to safety precautions, have patience and plan ahead to ensure the safety of residents and guests.

Call 9-1-1 in the event of an emergency. To contact publi...

Idaho Falls Police honor citizens and officers for excellence

Note: A video of the entirety of the awards ceremony can be found on the IFPD’s Facebook page.

On June 19, 2018, the Idaho Falls Police Department held its Quarterly Awards Ceremony.

Six citizens and 5 police officers received awa...

Fireworks - Be Safe, Plan Ahead

We will soon join again in celebration of our freedom, history and tradition at one of the largest and most iconic events in Idaho Falls – the Independence Day celebration.

Fireworks are a popular and fun display of patriotism, but they should always be ha...

Celebrate Father's Day at the Idaho Falls Zoo!

Dads, bring the kids to the zoo and see the future education center site this weekend! In honor of Father’s Day, on both Saturday and Sunday all men are admitted to the zoo free of charge with a paid child admission.   

Please e...

E. Anderson Street Water Line Replacement

TMC Contractors will begin replacing a water line on Monday, June 18 on E. Anderson Street, between N. Holmes Avenue and the intersection of Northgate Mile/N. Yellowstone Avenue/US Hwy 20.  Lane closures will be minimal. The anticipated completio...

17th Street Construction Project – Holmes to Woodruff

Idaho Falls, ID – Construction on 17^th Street – Holmes Avenue to Woodruff Avenue – will begin on Monday, June 18.  Traffic will be reduced to one lane in each direction.  All local businesses in the...

Consider Your Curb Appeal

Idaho Falls, ID – The City of Idaho Falls has an annual spring Curb and Gutter Program to help property owners fix broken cement outside of their homes. While spring cleaning, remember to care for your curb and gutter with help from the City.

Whe...

Emergency Alert System Testing, May 30

Idaho Falls, ID – Bonneville County Emergency Management will be conducting a test of the Emergency Alert System (EAS) sirens throughout Idaho Falls and Ammon on Wed., May 30, 2018, at noon.  The sirens will sound for approximat...

One Injured in Early Morning RV Park Fire

Idaho Falls, ID:  On May 19, 2018 at 4:28 AM, the Idaho Falls Fire Department was dispatched to the Snake River RV Park, located at 1440 Lindsay Boulevard for a report of a structure.

Two RV park occupants called the joint City/County dispatch wit...

UPDATED Construction Notice – Snake River Landing Paver Crossing Replacements

UPDATE – The access into Snake River Landing from Pancheri Drive has been limited to Utah Avenue only due to increased hazards associated with construction in that area.  There will be no access into the area from Milligan Road...

Idaho Falls Fire Department Launches New PulsePoint App Aimed at Improving Cardiac Arrest Survival

Idaho Falls, ID:  The Idaho Falls Fire Department is pleased to announce the launch of PulsePoint, a Smartphone app designed to support public safety agencies working to improve cardiac arrest survival rates.

Application users who have indicated t...

Mobile Home Fire on S. Yellowstone Hwy

Idaho Falls, ID:  On May 6, 2018 at 4:30 p.m., the Idaho Falls Fire Department was dispatched to 3570 S. Yellowstone Hwy for a report of a structure fire.

Upon arrival, firefighters found a mobile home fully engulfed in smoke.  Firefighte...

Public Notice – 12th Street Bridge Reconstruction

Idaho Falls, ID – The City of Idaho Falls recently received funding from the Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) to rebuild a 56-year-old bridge in Idaho Falls. Public input regarding the project is encouraged.

The 12^th Street Bridge t...

Clean & Green Citywide Cleanup Begins May 4

Clean & Green Citywide Cleanup is the perfect opportunity for residents to dispose of unwanted items. This year’s Clean & Green will begin on Friday, May 4 and end on Monday, May 14.  

From old couches to piles of branches, resid...

Elva to Holmes and North Tourist Park Pedestrian Pathway

Idaho Falls, ID – By the end of June, community members will be able to enjoy a new pedestrian pathway along N Holmes Avenue and N Yellowstone Highway.

TMC Contractors, Inc. began construction on the Elva Street to Holmes Avenue and North Tourist...

Open Outdoor Recreational Fires

Idaho Falls, ID:  Outdoor fires from bonfires, burn barrels, and irrigation/weed control are common calls for the Idaho Falls Fire Department during this time of year. The IFFD offers the following information to ensure the safety of community me...

Elm Street & South Boulevard Project

Idaho Falls, ID – On Thursday, April 12, Knife River will begin work on the Elm Street and South Boulevard intersection. Storm pipe will be installed which will require some rock excavation and blasting.

Periodic 15-minute delays should be expect...

Community Invited to Historic Groundbreaking for City’s Newest Park

Idaho Falls, ID – The City of Idaho Falls and generous partners invite the community to a very exciting and historic groundbreaking ceremony for the city’s newest park – Heritage Park.

The ceremony will be held Thursd...

Temporary Road Closure – N. Freeman Avenue

Idaho Falls, ID – TMC Contractors, Inc. has started construction on the Elva Street to N. Holmes Avenue and North Tourist Park Pedestrian Pathway project.

The project requires a temporary road closure on N. Freeman Avenue between E. Elva Street a...

Section of Rogers Street Closes to Allow for Zoo Expansion

Idaho Falls, ID – In preparation for the expansion and development of the Idaho Falls Zoo this spring, the City of Idaho Falls has vacated a portion of Rogers Street as a public access road.

Rogers Street is the access road that runs alo...

Sid has a Sister!

Idaho Falls, ID – Idaho Falls Zoo is thrilled to announce the birth of Sahra, a female Mueller’s grey gibbon. Sahra (pronounced Saw-Ra) was born on January 23 and is the second baby for mother Shannon and father Sterling.

On Ap...

City Expands Communications Team; Hires Public Information Officer

Idaho Falls, ID – The City of Idaho Falls is pleased to announce that Bud Cranor has accepted a position as the city’s Public Information Officer. Cranor’s official start date is March 29.

Cranor replaces the City PIO...

Zoo Staff Saddened by Passing of Elderly African Lion

Idaho Falls, ID – Officials from the Idaho Falls Zoo are saddened to report that due to complications with age-related health issues, Dahoma – the 14-year-old male African lion – was  euthanized yesterday.

"Although we’ve known for s...

Public Notice: Idaho Falls Redevelopment Agency Annual Report

Idaho Falls, ID – The Idaho Falls Redevelopment Agency will present their annual report for discussion and approval at its regular monthly meeting at noon on March 15.  As with all of the agency’s meetings, the public...

Get Ready for Idaho Falls Zoo’s 2018 Season, Volunteers Needed

Idaho Falls Zoo is excited to announce that, weather dependent, Saturday, April 7 will be the opening day for the 2018 season! In preparation for another exciting season, we need the community’s help to tidy up the zoo grounds.

On Saturday, March...

Here's how to prepare your kids if there is ever an active shooter.

Idaho Falls Police Chief Bryce Johnson sat down with Rett Nelson of EastIdahoNews.com and gave an example of the concept of “Run. Hide. Fight.” 

Johnson explained, “I sat down with my daughter and talked specifically about school shooting...

Police Officers Assist Woman from House Fire

Idaho Falls, ID:  On February 27, 2018 at approximately 2:30 a.m., the Idaho Falls Fire Department was dispatched to a home on the 400 block of 12^th Street for a report of a structure fire with occupants inside.

When firefighters arrived on scene,...

Public Meeting - Revitalizing South Downtown Idaho Falls

Idaho Falls, ID – The City of Idaho Falls, in partnership with Idaho Smart Growth and the Greater Idaho Falls Association of Realtors, is seeking public input on a visioning effort for the revitalization of south downtown Idaho Falls.

Me...

Aging Big Cats at the Idaho Falls Zoo Present Interesting Care Challenge

Idaho Falls, ID –Caring for nearly 300 animals on a daily basis is quite the labor of love for the staff and volunteers at the Idaho Falls Zoo. The adult large cats that consider the zoo their home are all considered elderly, under some...

IDA to Close Commercial Runway in September for Rehabilitation Project

Idaho Falls, ID – The Idaho Falls Regional Airport (IDA) will temporarily close its commercial service Runway 2/20 for rehabilitation in September and encourages customers to plan their travel accordingly. 

Runway 2/20 will clos...

City unveils series of economic development videos inspired by community members

Idaho Falls, ID – “Idaho Falls is a city of leaders. We lead the way when it comes to innovation. We lead the way when it comes to civic involvement. We lead the way when it comes to all the things that make a community special,” stated Idaho Falls Mayor ...

Idaho Falls Police Chief announces four promotions, including the IFPD's first female Sergeant

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

December 21, 2017

Idaho Falls Police Department Contact:

Holly CookPublic Information Officer605 N. Capital AveIdaho Falls, Idaho 83402Office: (208) 612-8655Cell: (208) 589-3091[email protected]Idaho Falls Police Chief announces...