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Friday, February 20th, 2026
Good morning, Rexburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Rexburg’s new Neutral Zone (ice skating rink) held its grand opening on Monday, drawing local residents to enjoy skating and community fun at the facility. Rexburg Standard Journal
- ➤ BYU-Idaho student Jonah Alexander is expanding his Arizona-based volunteer group Service Dudes to serve Rexburg. The group, hosting monthly projects and flexible volunteer hours (including past help at local food pantries), will partner with community organizations to build a Christ-centered service culture. BYU-Idaho Scroll
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Jon Schmidt from The Piano Guys will perform his first solo show in Rexburg on Saturday to help raise funds for the historic Tabernacle restoration + he recently shared details of his musical journey during an in-depth interview with Emmy. East Idaho News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ BYU-Idaho reported a 5% increase in on-campus enrollment for Winter 2026 with 23,708 students, including 20,173 attending face-to-face classes & 3,535 completing online coursework. Officials said about 21,500 students live in Rexburg, and 26,658 online enrollees join through a BYU-Pathway Worldwide partnership. East Idaho News
- ➤ BYU-Idaho students Israel and Sariah Garcia are featured in Church News after surviving a near fatal accident, reflecting their resilience. They continue their studies in Rexburg as their inspiring journey reaches the community. Rexburg Standard Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Rexburg Police closed University Boulevard between 5th West and 7th South due to drifting snow + plows are clearing the road while officers detour traffic, though no reopening time is set. Local News 8
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A 16-acre business development in north Rexburg will soon include a new Homestead Assisted Living facility with a pool, pickleball courts, and condos in White Owl Business Park near the temple construction site. Developers said the project will boost local businesses and community opportunities. East Idaho News
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