🌱 Great Race For Education Fundraiser + Día Del Museo Museum Of Idaho

Hey, neighbors. It's Saturday in Idaho Falls and I'm back in your inbox to get you caught up on the most important things happening in the community.

But first, your local weather:

• Saturday: A t-storm around in the p.m.. High: 83 Low: 61.
• Sunday: A shower and t-storm; cooler. High: 74 Low: 57.

Here are the top three stories in Idaho Falls today:

1. At a hearing on Thursday, an Idaho Falls man who pleaded guilty to aggravated assault was ordered to serve probation. He was arrested in November after police responded to a call reporting a man threatening multiple people with a gun, which turned out to be a BB gun. In addition to the probation sentence, the man will also pay over $800 in fees and fines. (East Idaho News)
2. On Thursday, the College of Eastern Idaho (CEI) Foundation announced that its annual Great Race for Education raised a whopping $102,000. This fundraising far surpassed any of the event’s 15 editions, beating the previous record of $60,000 raised last year. All funds raised support scholarships and program support at the CEI. (East Idaho News)
3. The popular Día Del Museo program is returning to the Museum of Idaho on Sunday afternoon, providing a chance for Spanish-speakers to become more engaged with exhibitions at the museum. The Museum of Idaho started the program due to the Hispanic population being among the fastest growing in Idaho Falls. They are hoping that removing the language barrier will create better access for more people. Tickets for Día Del Museo will be available for a discounted price, at $8 for individuals and $25 for families. (LocalNews8.com)

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Today and tomorrow in Idaho Falls:

Saturday, August 19

• Idaho Falls Farmer's Market At 600 Memorial Drive (9:00 AM)

Sunday, August 20

• Pop-Up Park Picnic: Couple Date Night (Self-Guided) At McCowin Park (10:00 AM)

From my notebook:

• Looking for part-time seasonal work that fits with your schedule? The Idaho Falls Parks and Rec is hiring! Join their Green Team and help keep parks in the area safe and clean for everyone. (Idaho Falls Parks and Recreation via Facebook)
• Summer Reading with the Library ends tonight (Aug. 19)! Make sure your readers have their grand prize entries entered in Beanstack by 11:59 p.m. for a chance to win awesome prizes. (Idaho Falls Public Library via Facebook)
• The City has shared progress updates on a number of roads that have now reopened, including John Adams Parkway, Pancheri Drive, and Highbee Bridge. For a full list of construction updates, click here. (City of Idaho Falls via Facebook)

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Alrighty, you're all good for today. See you all soon for another 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.