IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – The New Year has arrived – and with it a flurry of resolutions to power goal-setters toward healthier, better lives.
From relationship goals to spending more time with loved ones, getting out of debt to going on a dream vacation – people throughout eastern Idaho are taking charge and implementing plans for self-improvement as we all push aside the holiday junk food and tackle real issues to enhance our lives.
Here are a smattering of resolutions from your friends and neighbors in the greater Idaho Falls region.
“For 2026, I’m planning on finishing my master’s degree and starting to be a teacher for preschool,” said Idaho Falls resident Ann Caruso.
Idaho Falls High School Math Teacher Sharon Oliver is focusing on incremental improvements in her personal life.
“Personal organization, taking time for friends, taking time for relaxation and health, then just making the most of every day,” she said.
Todd DeVries, a local clinical therapist / social worker, is reaching out to friends for a European vacation.
“I’m excited because I have a trip to Vienna planned, and my New Year’s resolution is to intentionally have more fun this year,” DeVries said.
Local resident Rick Whittaker is starting January off with a brisk jaunt.
“My New Year’s resolution is to get 25 pounds off. So I’m here with my dog right now, just kind of getting started walking,” he said.
Rigby residents Melanie and Kennedy Sullivan set multiple objectives for the coming year.
“I’m trying to find the goals for the five F’s – which is faith, family, finances, fitness, and friends,” Melanie said.
Her daughter Kennedy is prepping for a Color Run at Utah State.
Norman Southworth said he’s hoping to enjoy his retirement and stay healthy.
“I don’t make New Year’s resolutions. I usually just fix problems as they come along,” Southworth said.
Finally, Desiree Nason emphasized personal care.
“My main New Year’s resolution is to get my mind healthy,” she said. “So focus on myself, don’t worry about saying no if it upsets other people, and just being able to live my life and be happy.”
All these resolutions may spark additional ideas for ways you can improve this year.
