🌱 Melaleuca Offering Free IT Boot Camp + Businesses Facing Huge Loss

Good morning, Idaho Falls! I'm Sean Peek, and I'll be your new source for all the events, news, and general happenings in your town. Here is everything you need to know today in five minutes or less.

But first, your local weather:

• Thursday: Milder with some sun. High: 68 Low: 41.
• Friday: Partly sunny. High: 72 Low: 41.

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Here are the top three stories in Idaho Falls today:

1. This summer, Melaleuca is offering a free Information Technology (IT) Boot Camp to high school students. A total of 25 students from southeast Idaho are being invited to this camp, which takes place at Melaleuca Global Headquarters in Idaho Falls from Jul. 24 to Jul. 28. Students will be able to develop their own apps and web pages, as well as attend guest lectures and receive mentorship from Melaleuca's IT directors. (Idaho Falls Magazine)
2. Businesses in the Idaho Falls area are facing a significant decline in sales due to a major construction project at an intersection. The project, focused on adding lanes and upgrading infrastructure, is projected to finish in the fall. However, the closure of the main entrance to a strip of businesses has led to decreased customer traffic, causing financial hardships for many establishments, including one business that has experienced a staggering 90 percent decrease in sales over the past two months. (East Idaho News)
3. Renowned celebrity dancer Derek Hough, famous for his achievements on "Dancing with the Stars," is set to present his captivating show, "Derek Hough Symphony of Dance," at the Mountain America Center in December. Starting in September, the tour will visit multiple prominent cities before the final stop in Idaho Falls on Dec. 23. Tickets can be obtained online or through the venue's box office, offering VIP packages for exclusive experiences. (Post Register)

Today and tomorrow in Idaho Falls:

Thursday, May 11

• Little Learners At Museum Of Idaho (10:00 AM)
• Eric Draw And The Bonneville Flats At The Celt Pub (8:00 PM)

Friday, May 12

• 20th Annual Mental Help Symposium At Bennion Student Union Building (8:00 AM)

From my notebook:

• In honor of Mother's Day this weekend, The Idaho Falls Zoo is offering moms admission for only 50 cents, with the purchase of a child ticket. The zoo is open from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. daily. (Local News 8)
• Idaho's closed fire season is in full swing. A permit will be required from May 10 to Oct. 20 for anyone planning to burn outside of city limits; however, this does not pertain to campfires. Permits are free and can be acquired online or in person. (Local News 8)
• The Idaho Falls Farmers Market is back for the summer! Check out local vendors from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. every Saturday until Oct. 28 at Memorial Drive Riverwalk. (Idaho Falls Farmers Market)

You're all caught up for today! See you 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.