BYU-Idaho Radio

It’s been 50 years since the brand-new Teton Dam failed and sent 80 billion gallons of water sweeping down the Snake River Valley. People who survived the flood are remembering the disaster and the city of Rexburg is heading up activities to help people remember, to connect with each other and to serve others.

With events spread throughout the week, Spring Fest comes to town to entertain both campus and the community.

To mark the 50th anniversary of the Teton Dam flood, Rexburg is hosting a lighthearted pageant this Friday at Porter Park. Organized by survivors Pat Hepworth and Gwyn Harris to bring "a little levity" to the tragedy, the event features three local survivors: Jackie Sare, Anna Bjornn, and 95-year-old Verla Archibald all competing for the title of "Flood Mud Queen." The evening will include talent routines, a group musical number, and a crowning ceremony.

The Actors’ Repertory Theatre of Idaho presents less seen and interesting plays to the Eastern Idaho area. Their newest production “Dearly Departed” opens on June 5 and auditions for their next season are on June 8.

BYU basketball could be strongly represented in the 2026 NBA Draft, led by projected No. 1 overall pick AJ Dybansta and second-round prospect Richie Saunders. Kennard Davis Junior also declared for the draft, but he is expected to return to college basketball at the University of Missouri next season.

IDAHO FALLS— The Idaho Falls Zoo, in partnership with the Earth Day Committee and Funland, will host its annual “Party for the Planet” event this weekend to promote environmental education and conservation awareness.

Coming to college for the first time can bring up a lot of nerves. Especially, if it is your first time living with roommates and if your roommates are people you don’t know! It can cause all sorts of fears and anxieties.

Rigby will hold an event for the community supporting veterans and families. The Heroes and Homefront event will have resources for veterans and families, local businesses, activities, food, live music and more.

Easy Chair opens up Driggs Downtown Sounds concert series on June 5 from 6 to 8 p.m. This group blends together original music with talented seasoned musicians: Michael Batdorf, Ted Wells and Tom Murphy.