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🌱 Patch AM: How Idaho Falls is honoring 9/11 first responders this week
Be sure to catch 26-27 Season Preview Street Party on the Idaho Falls Patch calendar
Good morning Idaho Falls! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- How Idaho Falls is honoring 9/11 first responders this week
- What's new to see at the Idaho Falls Zoo this month?
- How Idaho Falls moms can spot postpartum warning signs early
Also on today's calendar: 26-27 Season Preview Street Party and 6 more events.
Today's riddle: Why did the chicken go to the gym? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Friday: Partly sunny, a shower or two, with a high of 77 and low of 49 degrees.
- Saturday: Partly sunny with a shower, temps: high: 81, low: 47.
- Sunday: A shower; breezy in the p.m., with a high of 82 and low of 51 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. 2,071 steps, 25 years later: Idaho Falls hosts fourth annual 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb for first responders (idahopress.com) — Idaho Falls is again hosting a 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb at the Idaho Falls Malting Facility, where first responders can replicate the 2,071 steps of the Twin Towers through Sept. 11. While the climb is limited to police, fire, and other responders, residents are encouraged to honor them by donating to local charities, visiting Idaho Falls memorials, or supporting related weekend events. 
2. Welcome to Paradise: New Island exhibit opens at Idaho Falls Zoo (localnews8.com) — Idaho Falls families can now explore a new "Islands" exhibit at the Idaho Falls Zoo, featuring lemurs, tortoises, a fossa, and rare Hawaiian nēnē geese. Zoo staff say the immersive habitats have been seven years in the making and aim to teach visitors about unique island wildlife and conservation challenges while giving the community fresh, up-close animal experiences through September.
3. What moms need to know about postpartum psychosis and anxiety (localnews8.com) — In Idaho Falls, a local perinatal mental health therapist is urging new moms and families to recognize the warning signs of postpartum psychosis, depression, and anxiety and to seek help quickly, especially when sleep disappears. She explains that scary intrusive thoughts are common, treatable symptoms, not proof of being a bad mother, and points residents to hotlines and support groups that can connect them with specialized care.
4. Four East Idaho first responders awarded Idaho Medal of Honor (idahopress.com) — Two Idaho Falls Fire Department senior firefighters have received the Idaho Medal of Honor for rescuing four people from an overturned car in a Bingham County canal while off duty and without safety gear. Alongside two decorated Pocatello officers and other Idaho first responders, they were honored at the State Capitol for risking their lives to save others, highlighting the courage and compassion of local emergency crews.
5. Idaho Falls volleyball rallies past Bonneville, wins in four sets (postregister.com) — Idaho Falls High School's volleyball team picked up a key conference win Thursday, rallying to beat Bonneville in four sets on the road. Strong performances from hitters Leah Thomas and Chloe Ball, libero Oakley Parker, and setter Brittni Livingston helped the Tigers overcome an early deficit and stay unbeaten in 5A High Country Conference play.
📸 Around Idaho Falls
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Idaho Falls
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- Benefit your Body on Broadway
Greater Idaho Falls Chamber of Commerce Broadway Plaza Downtown, 350 Memorial Drive, Idaho Falls, ID, 83402, United States
8:30 am - Labor Day - No School
Bonneville Joint District #93 Idaho Falls, ID 83401 - City Council Work Session →
Idaho Falls City Meetings - Council Chambers 680 Park Ave Idaho Falls ID 83402
3:00 pm - Small Spaces Gardening - Idaho Home Garden Tips →
UI Extension, Bonneville County
7:00 pm - Ribbon Cutting - YMCA Indoor Sports Arena
Greater Idaho Falls Chamber of Commerce YMCA Indoor Sports Arena, 3500 S Ammon Rd, Ammon, ID, 83406, United States
11:30 am - City Council Meeting →
Idaho Falls City Meetings - Council Chambers 680 Park Ave Idaho Falls ID 83402
6:30 pm - Westmark Credit Union Golf Tournament
Greater Idaho Falls Chamber of Commerce Sand Creek Golf Course, 5200 S 25th E, Idaho Falls, ID, 83404
8:00 am - Sippin' Safari Concert Series →
Idaho Falls Zoo at Tautphaus Park - 2725 Carnival Way Idaho Falls ID 83402
5:30 pm - 26-27 Season Preview Street Party →
The Colonial Theater, 450 A St, Idaho Falls
6:00 pm
Saturday September 5
Monday September 7
Tuesday September 8
Wednesday September 9
Thursday September 10
Friday September 11
Saturday September 19
📣 Idaho Falls Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Rigby – Veteran Coffee Get-Together →
Cafe et Amour, 190 E Main St #186, Rigby
2:00 pm - Labor Day - No School
Bonneville Joint District #93 Idaho Falls, ID 83401 - Girls Volleyball @ Rigby. 7th at 4:30 pm, 8th to follow. Bus time
Hobbs Middle Shelley, ID 83274
4:30 pm - Girls Volleyball @ Hobbs vs Madison. 7th at 4:30 pm, 8th to follow
Hobbs Middle Shelley, ID 83274
4:30 pm
Saturday September 5
Monday September 7
Tuesday September 8
Thursday September 10
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Hello neighbors I am a 19 years old and am ready for work.
I have ran a yard and landscaping business since I was 13 and am looking for some yard projects to do. Whether it is fall clean up, tree trimming or… (Nextdoor Stonebrook) - Lost chihuahua near Johnson st, she is blind and appears to have something wrong with her.
Very shaky and couldn't put weight on a couple paws. Anyone missing her? (Nextdoor Woodruff)
- HCA Healthcare posted a job opening for Housekeeping Associate FT Eves in Idaho Falls. Apply here.
- Guardian Pharmacy Services posted a job opening for Part-Time Delivery Driver in Idaho Falls. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Idaho Falls here.
Ok Idaho Falls! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: He was working on his pecks (pecs). (Thank you W F C. for sending it in!)
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