Swimming for Fitness

Register now for adult swim lessons.  Mondays and Wednesday mornings, February 3rd-19th.  Beginner to Advanced swimmers welcome!Participants should be comfortable in deep water.Intermediate and advanced swimmers must be able to swim 50 y...

Scout classes on Presidents Day!

Sign up for Cub Scout electives, 1st and 2nd class requirements, Swimming merit badge, or Lifesaving merit badge. 

Surfers Swim Team Registration

Join the fun! Pick your skill level and practice time.  

Sign Up for Winter Swim Lessons

Learn to swim while it’s snowing outside. Classes in February and March on Saturdays, Tuesday/Thursdays, and Wednesdays.  Signups available through May!

Gas leak located and stopped

Crews located and stopped the gas leak on Broadway. The leak was found at a light pole near the intersection of Broadway and I-15. They have opened one of the westbound lanes. However, as the leak was found on the east side of the intersection, the eastbo...

Plan Alternate Routes; Intersection of Broadway and I-15 Remains Closed Due to Gas Leak

Motorists and pedestrians are asked to avoid the intersection of Broadway and I-15 today after a section of Broadway was closed down late yesterday afternoon due to a gas leak. Motorists are encouraged to plan alternate routes.

The Idaho Falls Police Depar...

Parking Restrictions Lifted

The City of Idaho Falls has completed snow removal activities associated with the recent winter weather event.  As a result, the parking restrictions have been lifted.

Street Division employees will continue to clean up certain areas during regula...

Unique Multi Agency Collaboration Brings Endangered Tamarin from Phoenix to Idaho Falls Zoo

A Match Across the Miles: Tunda the Tamarin Travels from Phoenix to Idaho Falls

(Idaho Falls, ID) - Thanks to the diligent teamwork of representatives from Idaho Falls Zoo, Phoenix Zoo, Allegiant Air, Idaho Falls Airport (IDA), and Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Air...

Idaho Falls Power Offers Winter Energy Saving Tips

Idaho Falls, ID – Idaho Falls Power sees its highest peak energy use during the winter months. This is inevitably a result of customers using more energy to heat their homes to combat the cold temperatures that affect our region.

The mor...

Snow event triggers third round of snow removal (Jan. 13)

The recent accumulation of snow has exceeded two inches (2”), which qualifies as a snow event according to the City’s Snow and Ice Control Policies and Procedures Manual.  Parking restriction are now in place. Vehicles should ...

Idaho Falls Power Offers Tips to be Prepared for Unplanned Outages

Idaho Falls, ID – Idaho Falls Power strives to provide safe, reliable and affordable electricity around the clock to Idaho Falls residents. Yet, outages still occur due to factors, such as storms, animals, and accidents. When outages oc...

City Lifts Parking Restrictions

The City of Idaho Falls has completed snow removal activities associated with the recent winter weather event.  As a result, the parking restrictions have been lifted.

Street Division employees will continue to clean up certain areas during regula...

Snow Event Triggers Parking Restrictions (Jan. 1, 2020)

The recent accumulation of snow has exceeded two inches (2”), which qualifies as a snow event according to the City’s Snow and Ice Control Policies and Procedures Manual.  Parking restriction are now in place. Vehicles should ...

IFFD Announces New Deputy Chief of Operations

The Idaho Falls Fire Department is pleased to announce that Jon Perry has accepted the position as the department’s new deputy chief of operations. Chief Perry has 25 years in public safety and has served as IFFD’s training division chief since the spring...

Christmas Tree Disposal Sites

The City of Idaho Falls Sanitation Division will once again make holiday cleanup efforts easier for residents by offering Christmas tree disposal services.

Although discarded Christmas trees cannot be placed in with the regular garbage due to the process f...

IFFD Deputy Fire Chief Retires

After 25 years of service, Deputy Fire Chief Dave Coffey recently announced his retirement from the Idaho Falls Fire Department (IFFD). He is excited to announce that he has accepted the Fire Chief position for the city of Danville, Virginia. His last day...

City Lifts Parking Restrictions (Dec. 6)

The City of Idaho Falls has completed snow removal activities associated with the recent winter weather event. As a result, the parking restrictions have been lifted.

Employees from the Street Division will continue to clean up certain areas during regular...

Water Tower Facts

Frequently Asked Questions

Most would agree that landmarks such as our Idaho Falls River Walk, welcome signs, historic buildings, water tower and other iconic structures make Idaho Falls feel like home. Unfortunately, there comes a time when a decision has...

Hazmat team cleaning up suspicious fluid dumped on roadway

The following is a joint press release from the Idaho Falls Fire Department and Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office. 

At approximately 11:10 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 14, the Idaho Falls/Bonneville County Emergency Dispatch Center (911) received a cal...

Everything you need to know about snow removal

Property owners are encouraged to review snow removal procedures and sign up for notifications in advance of the first snowfall. The snow removal parking restriction ordinance for the season starts on Friday, Nov. 15 and will remain in effect until March ...

Large Fire at Precision Boats

On October 27, 2019 at approximately 12:02 p.m. the Idaho Falls Emergency Dispatch Center received calls from a couple of individuals who reported heavy black smoke coming from the back service area of Precision Boats, located at 2199 N. Woodruff Avenue. ...

Early Morning Fire on Skyline Drive

Idaho Falls, ID:  At approximately 1:22 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 16, the Idaho Falls Fire Department was dispatched to the 700 block of North Skyline Drive for a structure fire. It was reported that one occupant inside the one-story, multi-family ...

City of Idaho Falls to Replace Water Tower

Idaho Falls, ID – Idaho Falls Public Works staff briefed the Idaho Falls City Council today on plans to replace the city’s aging water tower, currently located along the Snake River near Idaho Falls Power.  The tower ...

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) 589-3091hcook@idahofallsidaho.govIdaho Falls Police Chief announces...

PulsePoint

Only about a third of sudden cardiac arrest victims receive bystander CPR, and public access Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) are used less than 3% of the time when needed and available. The current situation is far too few bystander rescuers &...

AlertSense Public Safety Alerts

Click HERE to sign up for public safety alerts from the Idaho Falls/Bonneville County Emergency Communications Center (911). This is a free service for our residents. You can also click the icons below to download the AlertSense® app on your mobil...

Gas leak located and stopped

Crews located and stopped the gas leak on Broadway. The leak was found at a light pole near the intersection of Broadway and I-15. They have opened one of the westbound lanes. However, as the leak was found on the east side of the intersection, the eastbo...

Vacant home a complete loss following early morning fire

At approximately 6:36 a.m. on Jan. 17, the Idaho Falls Fire Department and Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to the intersection of Broadway/Hwy 20 and N. 35^th W for a report of a structure fire.

Upon arrival, firefighters found ...

Plan Alternate Routes; Intersection of Broadway and I-15 Remains Closed Due to Gas Leak

Motorists and pedestrians are asked to avoid the intersection of Broadway and I-15 today after a section of Broadway was closed down late yesterday afternoon due to a gas leak. Motorists are encouraged to plan alternate routes.

The Idaho Falls Police Depar...

White Substance Identified Following Hazmat Incident at EIRMC

*The following are joint statements from the Idaho Falls Fire Department and Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center.

 We appreciate the community’s patience as we worked through the HazMat incident that occurred at Eastern Idaho Regional ...

IFFD Announces New Deputy Chief of Operations

The Idaho Falls Fire Department is pleased to announce that Jon Perry has accepted the position as the department’s new deputy chief of operations. Chief Perry has 25 years in public safety and has served as IFFD’s training division ch...

IFFD Deputy Fire Chief Retires

After 25 years of service, Deputy Fire Chief Dave Coffey recently announced his retirement from the Idaho Falls Fire Department (IFFD). He is excited to announce that he has accepted the Fire Chief position for the city of Danville, Virginia. His last day...

Hazmat team cleaning up suspicious fluid dumped on roadway

The following is a joint press release from the Idaho Falls Fire Department and Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office. 

At approximately 11:10 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 14, the Idaho Falls/Bonneville County Emergency Dispatch Center (911) rece...

Secure Fund Established to Collect Donations Following Theft of Firefighting Equipment

Earlier this week, the Idaho Falls Police Department (IFPD) was alerted that approximately $1,500 worth of life-saving equipment was stolen from firefighters passing through Idaho Falls on their way home to Montana after fighting fires in California. Due ...

Large Fire at Precision Boats

On October 27, 2019 at approximately 12:02 p.m. the Idaho Falls Emergency Dispatch Center received calls from a couple of individuals who reported heavy black smoke coming from the back service area of Precision Boats, located at 2199 N. Woodruff Avenue. ...

Early Morning Fire on Skyline Drive

Idaho Falls, ID:  At approximately 1:22 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 16, the Idaho Falls Fire Department was dispatched to the 700 block of North Skyline Drive for a structure fire. It was reported that one occupant inside the one-story, multi-family ...

Idaho Falls Power Offers Tips to be Prepared for Unplanned Outages

Idaho Falls, ID – Idaho Falls Power strives to provide safe, reliable and affordable electricity around the clock to Idaho Falls residents. Yet, outages still occur due to factors, such as storms, animals, and accidents. When outages oc...

Welcome Tunda!

A Match Across the Miles: Tunda the Tamarin Travels from Phoenix to Idaho Falls

(Idaho Falls, ID) - Thanks to the diligent teamwork of representatives from Idaho Falls Zoo, Phoenix Zoo, Allegiant Air, Idaho Falls Airport (IDA), and Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Air...

Your Zoo is Closed for the Season

Idaho Falls Zoo is now closed for daily operations until April 2020. Thanks for your amazing support!

We are still offering great programs while we're closed. From family programs, to youth classes and we'll bring the zoo to you in our Zoomobile! For more ...

Toddler Time - Mondays

Enjoy some time in the water with the little one. Shallow End Open for pool play - noodles, balls, life jackets, and toys provided. Every Monday 9 - 10 am

Pre-School Gym - Tue & Fri

Starting Oct. 15 - Mar 31, we offer Pre-school Gym for the little ones to come play with other kids indoors. We have lots of great toys for the kids!!!! You can bring the kids twice a week on Tuesdays and Fridays, 9-11 am. Cost is just $1.00 per child.

Pre-School Skate - Thursdays

Come join us for a fun time of skating and playing on the ice. Walkers are provided in a non-structured hour of ice time with a staff member available to help. Thursday 9:15–10:15 am $5/per family includes skate rental (adult must be on ice with children)

Pickleball

Love playing pickleball? We have indoor pickleball for the cold winter months. Open gym times are Mondays and Wednesdays for 9 am-11 am or 2:00 pm-3:30 pm. Cost is $3.00+ tax or we have punch passes available!! Come check it out

Little Shooters Basketball - Registration Deadline Feb 3

Lil' Shooters Basketball teaches children (ages 3-6) the basic motor skills necessary to play organized basketball, while they work one-on-one and spend quality time with their parents.

Hispanic Basketball League and Women's Spring League Registration Deadline - Mar 3

Play one game a week for an 8 game schedule. Hispanic league will play Tues. or Thurs., women will play Mon. or Wed. Season begins March 16, 2020.

Lucky Clover Indoor Pickleball Tournament - Mar 12-14

Form a team & sign up today!!! What is pickleball? Combine badminton, tennis and ping-pong with a small tennis court and a lot of enthusiasm and you have pickleball. In other words, an absolute blat. This low impact sports is great for ages 8-88!!

Anniversary of Disappearance of Jed Hall

January 22 marked the two year anniversary of the disappearance of Idaho Falls’ teen, Matthew “Jed” Hall. Until definitive evidence of his whereabouts and/or well-being are obtained, the Idaho Falls Police Department will continue to search for Jed.

Yesterday, January 22, marked the two year anniversary of the disappearance of Idaho Falls’ teen, Matthew “Jed” Hall. Since his disappearance, Idaho Falls Police Investigators have made significant efforts to locate Jed but t...

Idaho Falls Man Arrested for Lewd Conduct, Sexual Exploitation of a Child

The Idaho Falls Police Department is conducting an investigation that has led to the arrest of Richard Dutton, a 51-year-old Idaho Falls resident, for Felony Lewd Conduct with a Child and Felony Sexual Exploitation of a Child.

The Idaho Falls Police Department is conducting an investigation that has led to the arrest of Richard Dutton, a 51-year-old Idaho Falls resident, for Felony Lewd Conduct with a Child and Felony Sexual Exploitation of a Child.

On January 7th, staff at an a...

Man Arrested for Felony Injury to a Child

On Jan 16, a four-month-old infant was transported to to Primary Children’s with head injuries. IFPD Detectives have been investigating the child's injuries and on Jan 16, the infant's father was arrested on two counts of Felony Injury to a Child.

On January 6, a four-month-old child was taken to Idaho Falls Community Hospital after parents reported that the child had fallen off the father’s lap and was displaying symptoms consistent with a head injury. The infant was found to have a brai...

IFPD & BCSO Remind Public to Celebrate Safely this New Years

The Idaho Falls Police and Bonneville County Sheriff’s Deputies have joined agencies across the state in ITD’s Impaired Driving Mobilization this holiday season. Since the mobilization began on Dec. 11, BCSO has had 14 DUI Cases and IFPD has had 12.

The Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office and Idaho Falls Police Department have joined agencies across the state in participating in the Idaho Transportation Department’s Impaired Driving Mobilization through the holiday season. &nbs...

Man Arrested for Felony Battery on a Police Officer

Man arrested for Felony Battery on a Police Officer. This is the twenty-third time an Idaho Falls Police Officer has been assaulted/battered, that resulted in arrest charges, during the course of their duties in 2019.

On Sunday, December 29th just after 2:00 a.m., an Idaho Falls Police Officer was patrolling in the area of 17th Street and Holmes Avenue. The officer recognized the driver of a vehicle on the roadway as a person he knew to have an outstanding warrant and ...

Three Community Members given IFPD Citizen's Certificates of Merit

IFPD held an Award Ceremony and recognized three community members with Citizen’s Certificates of Merit. IFPD Captain Jeremy Galbreaith was also recognized for graduating from the Northwestern School of Police Staff and Command.

On Thursday, November 14^th, the Idaho Falls Police Department held an Award Ceremony and recognized three community members with Citizen’s Certificates of Merit. Idaho Falls Police Captain Jeremy Galbreaith was also recognized for successfully g...

Woman arrested for Felony Battery on a Police Officer

Idaho Falls Police Officers arrested Savannah Fenn for Battery on a Police Officer and other offenses stemming from a disturbance and minor damage vehicle accident. Fenn repeatedly kicked officers and attempted to break a Officer's fingers.

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On Friday, November 8^th, Idaho Falls Police Officers arrested Savannah Fenn for Battery on a Police Officer and other offenses stemming from a call for service involving a disturbance and minor damage...

7 Felony Drug Arrests in the first two weeks of November.

In the first two weeks of November, Idaho Falls Police Officers arrested 7 people on felony drug charges. IFPD Officers seized nearly 100 grams of methamphetamine and heroin, in addition to other illegal substances.

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Idaho Falls, ID – During the first two weeks of November, Idaho Falls Police Officers arrested 7 people on felony drug charges. Through th...

IFPD Investigating Reports of a Gun Fired in Bar Parking Lot

Shortly after 1:30 a.m. Idaho Falls Police Dispatch received a report that a person may have fired a gun in the parking lot at Hurricanes Bar. Four IFPD Officers arrived on scene within 1-3 minutes of the call being received.

The Idaho Falls Police Department is investigating reports of a gunshot in the parking lot of the Hurricanes bar early this morning. Shortly after 1:30 a.m. on November 10th, Idaho Falls Police Dispatch received a report that a person may have fired a gun...

IFPD Making Effort to Clear Abandoned Vehicles

On Tuesday, Nov 12th, IFPD will conduct an operation to address and remove illegally parked or abandoned vehicles around the city. Residents are asked to report abandoned vehicles to the Idaho Falls Police Dispatch by calling (208)529-1200.

On Tuesday, November 12th, the Idaho Falls Police Department will be conducting an operation to address and remove illegally parked and abandoned vehicles around the city. In preparation for the operation, residents are asked to report abandoned vehicles ...

IFPD and ISP Team Up with T-Rex for Crosswalk Safety

Idaho Falls Police Officers and Idaho State Troopers worked with Antman and a T-Rex to enforce crosswalk safety this morning. Later in the day, a 73-year-old woman was taken to the hospital after being struck by a vehicle while in another crosswalk.

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Idaho Falls, ID – Earlier this morning, Idaho Falls Police Officers and Idaho State Police Troopers teamed up with Antman and a tyrannosaurus-rex to educate drivers on cros...

Information regarding IFPD Officer Involved Shooting on October 18

Officers responded to a report of a suicidal male. Officers attempted to communicate with the male but he refused to do so. The male displayed a handgun pointed in the direction of the officers & fired once. Three officers fired their weapons into the car

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On October 18^th, 2019 at approximately 10:40 p.m. Idaho Falls Police Officers responded to a report of a suicidal male. According to the report, the male was parked in a vehicle near the intersection of E ...

Officer Involved Shooting

On October 18th at approximately 11:00 p.m., IFPD Officers were involved in an officer involved shooting. The investigation is being conducted by the Southeast Idaho Critical Incident Team, which consists of law enforcement agencies from the region.

On October 18^th, 2019 at approximately 11:00 p.m. near the intersection of E 25th Street and S Emerson Avenue, Idaho Falls Police Officers were involved in an officer involved shooting. One involved male is deceased. The officers did not sustain any injur...

IFPD Promotes Four Officers

The Idaho Falls Police Department held a ceremony for four recent promotions. Captain Jeremy Galbreaith, Lieutenant Jessica Marley, Sergeant Craig Morgan, and Sergeant Malin Reynolds have each been promoted from their previous ranks.

The Idaho Falls Police Department recently held a promotion ceremony for four recent promotions. Captain Jeremy Galbreaith, Lieutenant Jessica Marley, Sergeant Craig Morgan, and Sergeant Malin Reynolds have each been promoted from their previous ranks.

Cap...

Arrest Made Following Incident at Tautphaus Park

On Tuesday, July 30th, at approximately 9:30 p.m. Idaho Falls Police Dispatch received multiple calls from people reporting gun shots at Tautphaus Park near the skate park. Idaho Falls Police Officers and EMS immediately responded to the area.

On Tuesday, July 30^th, at approximately 9:30 p.m. Idaho Falls Police Dispatch received multiple calls from people reporting gun shots at Tautphaus Park near the skate park. Callers stated that a person in a vehicle had shot into a group of cars and people...

IFPD Starts Pilot Motorcycle Officer Program

This summer, the Idaho Falls Police Department has launched a new pilot program for motorcycle officers. Two officers who are part of the Traffic Unit have swapped their patrol vehicles for motorcycles.

This summer, the Idaho Falls Police Department has launched a new pilot program for motorcycle officers. Two officers who are part of the Traffic Unit have swapped their patrol vehicles for motorcycles.

Idaho Falls roadways are traveled daily by thousands ...

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

Idaho Falls Police Chief Bryce Johnson announced the promotion of one new Lieutenant and three new Sergeants.

Idaho Falls Police Chief Bryce Johnson announced the promotions of one Lieutenant and three Sergeants.

• Sergeant Scott Killian will be promoted to Lieutenant and will be transferred from detectives to patrol.
• Detective Jessica Marley will be promoted to Serg...