🌱 West 49th North Bridge Closure + National Night Out Event Today

Good morning, Idaho Falls! It's me, Sean Peek, your host of the Idaho Falls Patch newsletter. Here are all the most important things to know about what's happening in town today.

But first, your local weather:

• Tuesday: Intervals of clouds and sun. High: 92 Low: 65.
• Wednesday: A couple of thunderstorms. High: 76 Low: 59.

Here are the top three stories in Idaho Falls today:

1. The West 49th North Bridge over I-15 is closed for the next two weeks to undergo repairs. During this time, there will be no through traffic allowed between North 26th West (Old Butte Road) and Lindsay Boulevard. The resurfacing and repairs aim to enhance the safety and longevity of the bridge, and drivers are advised to follow traffic laws and construction signs while traveling through the work zones. (LocalNews8.com)
2. The Idaho Falls Police Department (IFPD) is organizing a National Night Out event today, Aug. 1, inviting community members to interact with local law enforcement and enjoy a night of summer fun. Held at Freeman Park bandshell from 5:00-8:00 p.m., the event will feature opportunities to meet IFPD officers, explore patrol and SWAT vehicles, and learn about law enforcement in the community. The open house format will include a showcase of specialty vehicles and equipment, along with activities to educate the public about the Crime Scene Investigations team's work, and the chance to ask questions and build relationships with local police, K-9s, and dispatch officials. (East Idaho News)
3. On Saturday night, a structure fire in Idaho Falls resulted in $80,000 worth of damage, but fortunately, no one was injured in the incident. The fire quickly spread to vehicles and a neighbor's fence, threatening nearby structures, but firefighters were able to extinguish the flames within eight minutes of arriving on the scene. The cause of the fire was determined to be accidental in nature. (East Idaho News)

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Today and tomorrow in Idaho Falls:

Tuesday, August 1

• Out Of The Box Lunch At The Westbank (12:00 PM)

Wednesday, August 2

• Power Tools For Powerful Paintings With Gloria Miller Allen At The Art Museum of Eastern Idaho (9:00 AM)

From my notebook:

• Are you looking for a new family member with four paws? Check out the list of adoption-ready pets in the Idaho Falls area at the link! (Idaho Falls Patch)
• Two young girls, aged 2 and 4, who were found unattended near Adam and Eve Drive on Sunday morning, have been reunited with their parents following an official alert from the Bonneville County Sheriff's Office. The authorities located the family approximately one hour after the initial alert and informed the public about the successful reunion. (LocalNews8.com)
• New homes have been listed for sale in the Idaho Falls area! Get all the property details at the link. (Idaho Falls Patch)

You're officially in the loop for today! I'll be in your inbox soon with 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.