Bonneville County Idaho

09/05/2026

Please see the notice for an cyanobacteria health advisory from Idaho Department of Enviromental Quality for Ririe Reservoir.

A cyanobacteria health advisory has been issued for Ririe Reservoir in Bonneville County. People and pets should stay out of the water. Cyanobacteria harmful algal blooms (HABs) pose a high risk to the health of pets and livestock and can cause illness in humans, especially small children.

Cyanobacteria are a natural part of Idaho’s waterbodies, but when conditions are right, they can multiply rapidly, or “bloom,” and release toxins into the water. Exposure to cyanotoxins through skin contact or ingestion can cause skin irritation, upset stomach, and more serious symptoms. Effects can be more serious in animals since they are more likely to drink the water.

Blooms don’t all look the same; they may look like mats, foam, spilled paint, or surface scum and have a foul odor. Use caution when recreating in and around water. When in doubt, stay out and keep pets out of the water.

Learn more about cyanobacteria blooms and how to report a potential bloom on the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality website at https://www.deq.idaho.gov/water-quality/surface-water/cyanobacteria-harmful-algal-blooms/

Bonneville County Sheriff's Office
Bonneville County Idaho
City of Idaho Falls
City of Ririe
Eastern Idaho Public Health
Idaho Department of Health and Welfare

09/02/2026

🫵 We want to hear from you!

Bonneville County is developing a Master Facilities Plan and Comprehensive Financial Plan to understand the condition, use, and future needs of County facilities and how we can best fund them.

📝 Take this 5-minute survey to help shape the future of Bonneville County facilities: bit.ly/BonnevilleCountyMFPSurvey

Your feedback will help us understand what’s working well, where improvements are needed, and how we can better serve Bonneville County for years to come.

Thanks!

09/01/2026

🏛️ Over the years, the Bonneville County Courthouse steps had become damaged, cracked, and were noticeably sinking.

The old steps were demolished and new steps have been installed in their place, thus restoring the front of our historic courthouse. 🌟

08/31/2026

🇺🇸 HOLIDAY CLOSURE NOTICE 🇺🇸

Bonneville County offices will be CLOSED on Monday, SEPTEMBER 7TH in observance of Labor Day. We will reopen with regular hours on Tuesday.

Have a safe and happy holiday! ✨

08/27/2026

🚨Starting on Monday, August 31st, the intersection of US-26 (Yellowstone Highway) and Iona Road in Idaho Falls will be restricted to right turns ONLY.🚨

✅East and westbound traffic will still be able to turn right onto Yellowstone from Iona Road
✅North and southbound traffic will still be able to turn right onto Iona Road from Yellowstone Highway
❎Left turns and crossing movements will no longer be allowed
✅Drivers can reroute to the signals at Woodruff Avenue and Hitt Road

Learn more about this and future plans for this intersection at https://itd.idaho.gov/news/turn-restrictions-at-iona-road-and-us-26-begin-next-week/

08/25/2026

⚠️TEMPORARY ACCESS ROUTES at the TRANSFER STATION ⚠️

To accommodate construction at the regular entry and exit area of the Bonneville County Transfer Station, access has been temporarily rerouted. Please plan to use the temporary entrance and exit through the end of November 2026. Thank you!

🗺️ Visit https://www.bonnevillecountyidaho.gov/county-news/temporary-transfer-station-access for a larger version of the temporary access route map.

08/21/2026

Yesterday, the Bonneville County Commissioners and Idaho Falls Mayor Lisa Burtenshaw, signed a joint proclamation for this year’s Missing Person Day event to be held on September 12th. This event brings awareness to missing persons cases in our area, including Amber Hoopes who disappeared 25 years ago in Bonneville County..

Please join us on Saturday September 12th at noon in front of the Bonneville County Courthouse to remember Idaho’s Missing Persons and their families.

Thank you to Audra Bergner and the Hoopes family for rallying community together for this cause.

08/19/2026

🗣️ Help Shape Bonneville County’s Future!

Bonneville County is developing a new Comprehensive Plan to guide local decision-making for the next 20 years and we need your help!

The current plan was written in 1986 and last updated in 2013. With our rapid growth and changing community needs, it’s time for an update.

The new plan will address population, economic conditions, agriculture and natural resources, housing, safety, and—most importantly—the priorities and hopes for the future of Bonneville County residents.

🧑‍💻Take the Community Survey:
https://survey123.arcgis.com/share/1f1d4f1f546c41df9f6d7701c56db4f4

🔎 Learn more about the Bonneville County Comprehensive Plan and process:
https://bonnevillecompplan-j-u-b.hub.arcgis.com

08/12/2026

🙋Have you thought about serving as a Magistrate Judge or Community College Trustee? The filing window to get on the ballot this November is coming up! 🗓️

Key Dates:
✅ 8/17-24: Filing Window
✅ 9/4: Write-in Candidate and Candidate Withdrawal Deadlines
✅ 11/3: Election Day!

Learn more and file online at run.voteidaho.gov

08/11/2026

🇺🇸 Happy National Poll Worker Recruitment Day!

Elections rely on everyday citizens (like you!) to help the voting process move efficiently and securely.

Becoming a poll worker is an GREAT way to contribute to your community and play a critical role in supporting the electoral system, all while getting paid!

🗳️ Learn more and apply today at https://votertools.voteidaho.gov/TED/ElectionForcePortal/JobApplication.aspx