Others are remembered because they changed people.
Flood 50’s Celebration of Service honors the volunteers, neighbors, first responders, churches, students, and communities who came together in the aftermath of the Teton Dam Flood to help rebuild Southeast Idaho.
Join us next Saturday evening, June 6th, at BYU-Idaho’s I-Center as we recognize the spirit of service that carried this community forward long after the waters receded.
Admission is Free, but tickets are available to reserve your spot now! https://www.rexburg.org/o/arts/page/tickets-events
Help us “flood the feeds” as Flood 50 begins next Monday, June 1.
Remember | Connect | Serve
Flood 50’s “Flashback to the 70s” event brings the music, style, and spirit of the era back to life with a night of classic cars, vintage fashion, community fun, and live entertainment at the historic Romance Theatre.
Monday night, June 1 @ the Romance Theatre
As we commemorate the events of 1976, we also celebrate the culture, community, and memories that surrounded that moment in time.
Grab your tickets, dress the part, and join us for one of the most fun and nostalgic events of Flood 50 week. https://www.rexburg.org/o/arts/page/tickets-events (Tickets also available at the door)
Special thanks to the students at BYU-I's apparel class for creating the designs for our show!
Help us “flood the feeds” as Flood 50 begins next Monday, June 1.
Remember | Connect | Serve
Experience the history where it happened.
As part of Flood 50, guided river floats and hosted bus tours will allow participants to follow the path forever changed by the Teton Dam Flood and hear the stories that shaped our community.
Whether by river or road, these events offer a unique opportunity to connect with the history, landscapes, and resilience that continue to define our region 50 years later.
**These experiences are limited in capacity and require advance registration.** ( https://www.rexburg.org/o/arts/page/tickets-events )
Help us “flood the feeds” as Flood 50 approaches on Monday, June 1.
Remember | Connect | Serve
Our annual event brings back the Fly-In Pancake Breakfast this year on Saturday, June 20th.
Pancakes will keep flipping from 8 to 10 am, as long as supplies last!
Get 'em while they're hot! See ya' real soon!
“The greatest story after the flood was the people who stayed to help.” — Honoring those who came to serve in 1976
The response to the Teton Dam Flood became one of the largest volunteer and relief efforts in Idaho history. Thousands showed up to help neighbors rebuild homes, clear debris, deliver supplies, and support one another.
Flood 50 honors that spirit of service by inviting our community to serve again.
SERVE during Flood 50 with:
• Daily community service projects throughout Flood 50 week
• Food drives, blood drives, and cleanup projects
• Volunteer opportunities connected to marathon events
• Partnerships with America250 and local service organizations
• Community-wide projects focused on giving back
Help us “flood the feeds” with opportunities to SERVE together. Flood 50 begins next Monday, June 1.
Remember | Connect | Serve
“People just...started helping.” — recollections of flood survivors
In the days after the flood, neighbors became family, strangers became volunteers, and communities came together in remarkable ways. Flood 50 honors those connections by bringing people together again through events, shared experiences, and community gatherings throughout the week.
CONNECT with Flood 50:
• Flashback to the 70s at the Romance Theatre
• Guided river floats near the historic flood route
• Hosted bus tours and community experiences
• Marathon weekend events and gatherings
• Community celebrations and opportunities to reconnect
Help us “flood the feeds” and help CONNECT the community. Flood 50 begins next Monday, June 1!
Remember | Connect | Serve
“We stand in the land of beginning again.” — Boyd K. Packer, 1976
Flood 50 is an opportunity to remember the lives forever changed by the Teton Dam Flood, and the resilience that followed. Throughout the week, our community will reflect through documentary screenings, historical exhibits, walking tours, survivor stories, and opportunities to learn more about the events of June 1976.
REMEMBER Flood 50 with:
• Daily showings of Flood of Memories at the Romance Theatre
• Historic walking tours through Rexburg, Sugar City, and BYU-Idaho
• The Flood 50 Exhibit opening at Rexburg City Hall
• Survivor stories and community recollections
• Historical displays and commemorative resources throughout the week
Help us “flood the feeds” and REMEMBER together. Flood 50 begins next Monday, June 1.
Remember | Connect | Serve
Together, they represent one powerful legacy.
Together, we will REMEMBER the stories, lives, and history connected to the Teton Dam Flood.
Together, we will CONNECT with neighbors, family, community events, and the shared experiences that shaped Eastern Idaho 50 years ago.
Together, we will SERVE in the same spirit of resilience, compassion, and community support that emerged in the aftermath of June 1976.
Throughout Flood 50, these three ideas will guide exhibits, films, races, service projects, tours, celebrations, and community gatherings across the region. And we will honor the resilience that endured long after the waters receded.
Help us flood the feeds by engaging with our posts about Flood 50 - like comment & share so all in the community and the region can participate in this once-in-a-lifetime event!
Trash pickup normally scheduled for Monday, the 25th, will be picked up on Tuesday, the 26th.
"We are forever indebted to those who have given their lives." - Ronald Regan
Tomorrow, we're looking for volunteers to help us beautify Rexburg!
Each year, we invite our community to help us plant flowers on Main Street. We call it Flow-Bor Day.
Volunteers will get a t-shirt with this design! Shout out to the Mayor's Youth Advisory Group, who helps coordinate the event!
Plants are provided. We suggest bringing garden gloves and a trowel.
Meet the Mayor & planting crew in front of City Hall at 4 pm tomorrow, May 21st.
Many hands make light work, as they say. We're done by 6!
Polls open at 8 AM and close at 8 PM. Please make your voice heard at the polls. Please Vote!
https://www.rexburg.org/o/cor/page/elections
This is how the Rexburg Police Station Bond will appear on the ballot for Rexburg residents. The yellow image is a screenshot of a sample ballot page. The white shows a close-up screenshot so you can read the bond questions in advance and be prepared to cast your vote.
Questions about the bond measure? We invite you to visit our website or peruse our social media, where we've been answering questions and educating the public about the bond. rexburg.org/rpd-station-bond
Please stay informed. Please share your voice in your vote.
The full sample ballots can be found here: https://co.madison.id.us/departments/elections/index.php#outer-792
Learn more about the bond here: rexburg.org/rpd-station-bond
So no matter your field of service, we're saying Thanks times Ten with 10% off to our America 250 Concert on July 3rd featuring Russell Dickerson!
This promotion won't end until the day before the concert. Come enjoy the fun with our community, and allow us to thank you in person. Tickets start at just $39!
Reserve your seat here: https://www.rexburg.org/o/cor/page/america250
Discount code in the comments.
The final Open House, giving you a chance to tour the current station, will be Tuesday, May 12th, from 4-6 pm.
We always encourage our community to be informed voters this and every election. The Rexburg Area Chamber of Commerce and East Idaho News also hosted a beneficial election forum event last Tuesday. View the entire event here: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1DRUkpBm39/
Learn more about the bond here: rexburg.org/rpd-station-bond
Early voting starts May 4th, 2026. Check out our website to learn more about what’s on the Rexburg ballot, and start planning for your vote by finding your polling location. If you have an absentee ballot, remember to send it in!
For more information about voting in Rexburg, visit: https://www.rexburg.org/o/cor/page/elections
The Rexburg Safe Streets For All (SS4A) Safety Action Plan is moving forward, and we'd like your input! The Action Plan is focused on reducing traffic-related serious injuries and fatalities for all roadway users, including drivers, pedestrians, and bicyclists.
Check out the latest project update and share your perspective using this community survey. Your feedback will help prioritize safety improvements and guide future funding decisions focused on reducing serious street and roadway accidents citywide.
📝 Take the survey and view the update here: https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/f825fedbe5c445a589cc00927334d67c
