🌱 Fire Station 7 Grand Opening + Community Food Basket Renovations

Hi all. It's me, Sean Peek, your host of the Idaho Falls Patch newsletter — back in your inbox with all the most important things happening in town.

But first, your local weather:

• Thursday: Sunny; breezy in the p.m.. High: 90 Low: 51.
• Friday: Nice with sunshine. High: 86 Low: 50.

Here are the top three stories today in Idaho Falls:

1. Earlier this week, the new Idaho Falls Fire Station 7 held a grand opening ceremony. The new station will have a staff of 15 people and will serve the area of Idaho Falls that is south of Sunnyside and east of South Yellowstone Highway. The new station is expected to reduce response times and alleviate pressure on the city's busiest fire station. This is the city's first new fire station since 1994, something that Idaho Falls Fire Department Chief Duane Nelson called, "a pretty big moment for us." (East Idaho News)
2. The Idaho Falls Community Food Basket has completed renovations on its new building on West 14th Street. The move was made possible due to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints donating the building to the Community Food Basket. The recent renovations will allow patrons of the Food Basket to wait inside, as opposed to waiting outside, as was required at the previous location. Other updates include a kitchen facility and a floor plan that allows patrons to have a shopping-like experience with volunteers. (Local News 8)
3. The Idaho Falls Magazine has unveiled its winners for the 2023 Dining Awards. Abracadabra’s Breakfast & Bistro was named the Best Overall restaurant for its wide variety of menu options and inviting atmosphere. Dixie's Diner was chosen as the city's Best Diner, and Java Express is the top spot for a cup of coffee. For adventurous diners, Tandoori Oven was named the Best International restaurant. (Idaho Falls Magazine)

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Today and tomorrow in Idaho Falls:

Thursday, July 13

• Little Learners At Museum Of Idaho (10:00 AM)
• Eli Lev At The Celt Pub & Grill (5:00 PM)

Friday, July 14

• Sippin' Safari Concert Series At Idaho Falls Zoo At Tautphaus Park (5:30 PM)
• J&I Live At Idaho Brewing Company (6:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• The Yellowstone/Broadway intersection will be under construction through September. Drivers are advised to expect delays and changes to traffic patterns as construction progresses. (City of Idaho Falls via Facebook)
• Idaho Falls Parks and Recreation has some great upcoming events! Registration is now open for fall volleyball and men's fall basketball. Click here to learn more. (Idaho Falls Parks & Recreation via Facebook)
• The banking basics class at the Idaho Falls Public Library has been rescheduled for Jul. 19 at 6:30 p.m. A representative from Idaho Central Credit Union will lead the course. (Idaho Falls Public Library via Facebook)

Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Thursday! I'll be back in your inbox soon with your next update.

— Sean Peek

About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.