Brush fire contained near Pocatello
Fire crews were able to fully contain the East Gap Fire Sunday evening.
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Fourth Biennial Idaho’s Heritage Conference coming to Pocatello
The Idaho State Historical Society is hosting the 4th Biennial Idaho’s Heritage Conference in partnership with the Idaho Heritage Partners and the City of Pocatello.
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Farmers Market Family Fun Days
If you are looking for some great family fun this weekend, one of our local farmers markets is ready to give you the royal treatment.
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Pocatello hosts POW*MIA Awareness Association Rally and Motorcycle Rodeo
The Pocatello POW*MIA Awareness Association is hosting its 22nd Annual Awareness Rally & Motorcycle Rodeo on July 22 & 23 at the Bannock County Event Center Fairgrounds.
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Pocatello Fire Department makes it rain
Kids got a chance to cool down Thursday afternoon at Caldwell Park in Pocatello.
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Work begins on Pocatello’s new town square
Work has started on Pocatello’s new town square.
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Pocatello police Emergency Communications Center achieves ACE certification
The Pocatello Police Department announced its Emergency Communication Center has been awarded the Accredited Center of Excellence or ACE certification.
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New splash pad proposed for OK Ward Park
Thanks to a community partnership between Pocatello’s Parks and Recreation Department and Idaho Central Credit Union, a new splash pad may be on the way soon to OK Ward Park.
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Community input wanted on trail vision
The City of Pocatello, US Forest Service (USFS), Bureau of Land Management (BLM), Idaho Department of Fish and Game (IDFG) and Bannock County are looking for the community’s feedback and participation on trail accessibility, sustainability and diversity.
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Shady Grove Music Camp back for third time
FMC Park is hosting the third annual Shady Grove Music Camp festival this weekend in Pocatello.
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ISU President named 1 of Idaho’s 50 Most Influential Business Leaders
Idaho State University President Kevin Satterlee was named one of Idaho’s 50 Most Influential Business Leaders by the Idaho Business Review.
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Idaho State professor receives grant for Marisol set design
Paul Yeates, assistant professor of scenic and lighting design in the Department of Theatre and Dance, received a $10,000 grant from the F.M., Anne G., and Beverly B. Bistline Foundation in the Idaho Community Foundation.
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Festival of Trees is back after 2 year hiatus
After a two-year hiatus, the Idaho State University College of Business in conjunction with Lookout Credit Union is reintroducing a local holiday favorite- the Festival of Trees.
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ISU to offer professional selling masterclass to the public
The Walter P. Brown Center for Sales Excellence in Idaho State University’s College of Business has partnered with ISU Continuing Education and Workforce Training to offer a professional selling masterclass to the public.
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Testimony reveals what happened before 2 Pocatello police officers were shot
The man charged with shooting two Pocatello police officers will be heading to trial.
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Rebuild of I-86/I-15 System Interchange in Pocatello begins
Preliminary work on Idaho Transportation Department’s project to rebuild the I-86/I-15 System Interchange is beginning this week.
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No injuries reported in Pacific Recycling Fire
A large fire at a recycling plant in Pocatello poured thick black smoke into the air and shut down a highway for a couple of hours.
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Wreaths Across America makes a stop in Idaho Falls
Wreaths Across America Mobile Exhibit made their first stop in Idaho. Idaho Falls was their first location and are heading to Pocatello tomorrow.
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Missing Pocatello man’s family says his body found in Owyhee County
A body was found Sunday night in the vicinity of a missing man’s truck in Owyhee County near Black Canyon, the sheriff’s office confirms.
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UPDATE: Pocatello Police involved in SWAT standoff, nobody found inside apartment
Pocatello police say no one was inside the apartment involved in a SWAT standoff, late Monday evening.
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1 arrested after officer-involved shooting
An Oklahoma man is in the Bannock County Jail after allegedly shooting at police officers Saturday night.
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Idaho Farm Bureau discusses increase in farming costs
For our farmers here in Idaho, the cost to due business is not what it used to be.
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ISU Occupational Therapy partners with community organization to host Summer Camp for All
The Department of Occupational Therapy at Idaho State University is joining forces with local non-profit Eastern Idaho Down Syndrome Family Connect to host a summer camp for individuals with disabilities, ages 5 to 105, on July 18-20.
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Prehistoric lobster named after Idaho State University paleontologist
A prehistoric crustacean that roamed the seas almost 250 million years ago now bears the name of an Idaho State University paleontologist.
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Pocatello Animal Shelter recognized as no-kill shelter
Best Friends Animal Society has recognized the Pocatello Animal Shelter as a no-kill shelter for 2021.
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Construction continues on Idaho Central Credit Union Bengal Alumni Center
Construction on the Idaho Central Credit Union Bengal Alumni Center is on track to be completed in spring 2023.
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Institute of Rural Health to receive grant for suicide prevention
The Idaho State Department of Education has awarded the Institute of Rural Health with a $40,000 one-year grant to address suicide prevention programming at Idaho State University.
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Pocatello police ask for help identifying theft suspects
The Pocatello Police Department said on June 19, two suspects took more than $1,700 worth of perfume.
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Bannock County Veteran Service outreach event planned for South Bannock County
Filling for veteran benefits can be complicated. The Bannock County Veteran Services Department is here to help.
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Make your home wildfire defensible
As the temperatures warm up and everything gets drier, there is a danger that keeps growing all around us.
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Half-off cat and kitten adoptions at Pocatello Animal Shelter
You can add a cat or kitten to your family for half-price July 8 through July 23, thanks to The Friends of the Pocatello Animal Shelter.
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Gale Lim Construction awarded contract for Fort Hall Mine Landfill cell expansion liner
annock County is expanding its capacity for household and commercial waste at the Fort Hall Mine Landfill.
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ICCU donates $100k for Portneuf Greenway Trail
The Portneuf Greenway Foundation announced Idaho Central Credit Union (ICCU) as a major sponsor of the upcoming new trail being built in conjunction with the Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) Wye Interchange Project.
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Rollover crash on Hiline Road
The Pocatello Police Department is currently investigating an injury accident on Hiline Road.
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Pocatello police seek witnesses to a disturbance
Pocatello Police Department officers are seeking witnesses to a physical disturbance that occurred at 420 North Main Street during Revive on June 29.
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Officers on the lookout for drunk drivers
As Idahoans hit the road this summer, the Pocatello Police Department is joining law enforcement agencies across Idaho to keep roads free from impaired driving.
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Highlights from Pocatello 4th of July Parade
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – On Monday, the City of Pocatello hosted its annual 4th of July Parade in downtown. Thousands of people lined the streets on both sides of the underpass to see a variety of floats, costumes, and lots of candy.
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2022 Independence Day celebration events
Below are the 2022 Independence Day events going on in eastern Idaho and western Wyoming.
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Idaho State University College of Business reaccredited by AACSB
After an extensive review process, the Idaho State University College of Business was reaccredited in both its business and accounting programs by the international Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), the world’s leading and most recognized accrediting body for business programs.
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Take extra care with pets this Fourth of July as fireworks can scare animals
The City of Pocatello Animal Services Department is reminding citizens to take extra care with their pets during the Fourth of July holiday.
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Juvenile detention center named in honor of retiring judge
Bannock County gave a special honor Thursday to retiring Judge Bryan K. Murray.
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Additional families able to qualify for Lead Safe and Healthy Homes Program
Each year HUD determines income limits for HUD-funded grants.
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Pocatello Water Department releases 2022 Water Quality Report
The latest edition of the City of Pocatello Water Department’s Water Quality Report is available for the public.
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2 yearling moose captured and removed from Pocatello
Idaho Department of Fish and Game received reports Thursday of two moose in the vicinity of Mountain View Cemetery on the south end of 5th Avenue in Pocatello.
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Charlotte Fire 10th anniversary
June 28 and June 29 are dates burned into the minds of many southeast Idaho residents.
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Portneuf Medical Center awards 2022-2023 auxiliary scholarships
The Portneuf Medical Center Auxiliary announced the 2022-2023 scholarship recipients.
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7 inmates rushed to hospital at Pocatello women’s prison
The Idaho Department of Correction has asked the Idaho State Police to investigate an incident at Pocatello Women’s Correctional Center in which seven residents became unconscious on Monday night.
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Police seek help concerning fatality crash on I-15
The Pocatello Police Department is asking for help from the public concerning a fatality crash that occurred in the evening hours of June 23.
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Pocatello police encourage you to keep firework displays “Safe and Sane”
The Pocatello Police Department wants everyone to enjoy the upcoming Fourth of July holiday but reminds Pocatello citizens to use Safe and Sane fireworks while celebrating.
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Pocatello announces new CFO
The City of Pocatello announced Eugene “Gene” Hill as the new Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for the City.
Continue Reading Judge Murray to retire after 29 years of service
Judge Bryan K. Murray was selected as the judge to serve in the Bannock County Juvenile Court some 29 years ago.
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Open burn ban begins July 1 for Bannock County Wildland-Urban Interface Areas
Starting July 1, 2022, a ban on certain types of fires will be in place for most parts of Bannock County, including, Inkom, Downey, Arimo, McCammon, Lava, Pocatello Valley, Chubbuck, Pocatello, and North Bannock Fire District.
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Fore Road and Cusick Creek Trailhead temporarily closed Monday
Fore Road and Cusick Creek Trailhead will be temporarily closed Monday, June 27, 2022, for maintenance by Williams Northwest Pipeline Co. Fore Road and Cusick Creek Trailhead will reopen Tuesday, June 28, 2022.
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Teddy Bear Clinic well attended
Some local kids had the chance to take their teddy bears to the doctor.
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North Bannock Fire Department needs volunteer firefighters
The North Bannock Fire Department is recruiting volunteers to begin new firefighter training on July 12.
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ISU College of Business awards record number of private scholarships
More than 90% of College of Business students who applied for private scholarships have received one for the upcoming academic year, thanks to a major increase in new scholarship endowment gifts in recent years.
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Police investigate fatality crash
On Thursday at 11:23 p.m., the Pocatello Police Department was called to assist Idaho State Police with a male being reported as walking out in front of oncoming vehicles in the area of I-15 and milepost 71.
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Juveniles breaking into homes to party, causing felony amounts of damage
Breaking and entering is a crime, and $2,000 worth of damage is a felony.
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Song written by professor’s AI system named finalist in global competition
A song written by an artificial intelligence system created by an Idaho State University Professor is a finalist in a music competition spanning the globe.
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Bannock County Sheriff’s Office hosts job fair on Wednesday
The Bannock County Sheriff’s Office is hosting a job fair for anyone interested in working in law enforcement.
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SIXES Art Studio moves to new location after fire
In February, SIXES Art Studio in Downtown Pocatello caught fire, leaving the Pohlman family without many options going forward.
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Pocatello celebrates Juneteenth
Saturday members of the Pocatello branch of the NAACP held an early Juneteenth celebration. uneteenth is incredibly significant for African Americans. June 19, 1865, is popularly known as emancipation day, or “the end of slavery.”
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Pocatello celebrates Southeast Idaho Pride
The LGBTQ+ community in Pocatello stood proud in celebration of pride month on Saturday. Dozens gathered at Caldwell park for a colorful day of party and praise.
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Robert Fisher to retire after 33 years at ISU
After more than three decades on the Idaho State University campus, a fixture in the Mathematics and Statistics Department is calling it a career.
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New Bengal Pharmacy Manager announced
Idaho State University announced the new Bengal Pharmacy Manager is Rikki Trussel, a 2012 ISU alumnus from the Pharmacy program.
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June is men’s health month
June is men’s health month. It is aimed at raising awareness and encouraging both men and boys to make healthy life decisions.
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Southeastern-Idaho Pride celebration set for Saturday at Caldwell Park
The inaugural Southeastern-Idaho Pride celebration will kick off on Saturday at Caldwell Park in Pocatello, and a whole day worth of excitement is on the way.
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Train tracks repaired in Pocatello
Trains are moving down the tracks in Pocatello again after two separate derailments in just more than a week.
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PCSD 25 announces new Greenacres Elementary principal
Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 (PCSD 25) announced the selection of Dr. Joel Wilson as the Principal of Greenacres Elementary School.
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ISU professor creates artificial intelligence that composes music
When it comes to music, composition is one problem that has always vexed computers.
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Third annual Poky Paddle slated June 17
The third annual Poky Paddle will be held Friday, June 17, 2022, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Centennial Park in Pocatello.
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Portneuf Medical Center continues history of support for ISU Family Medicine Residency program
Idaho State University recently received a major donation from Portneuf Medical Center (PMC) to benefit the Idaho State Family Medicine Residency (FMR) program.
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Eastern Idaho educators learning more about STEM education
Educators from throughout the state are convening at Idaho State University’s Eames Complex this week to learn STEM content and network at a workshop staged by the Idaho STEM Action Center.
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Idaho Music and Wildflower Festival at Pebble Creek set Saturday
The Idaho Music and Wildflower Festival at Pebble Creek is set for Saturday, June 18.
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Drive-by shooting suspect arrested
The Pocatello Police Department said an arrest was made Monday in connection to a drive by shooting on Friday.
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Surveillance video shows fight inside Pocatello restaurant
A Pocatello man is jail facing assault charges after starting a fight at a restaurant Wednesday night.
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Kasiska Family Foundation gives $1 million to establish scholarship endowment
With a decades-long tradition of giving, the Kasiska Family Foundation has gifted nearly $20 million to Idaho State University.
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Federal jury convicts Pocatello man for trafficking methamphetamine and heroin
After a four-day trial, a federal jury sitting in Pocatello found 46-year-old Adam Lee Vallely of Pocatello guilty of one count of conspiracy to distribute controlled substances, one count of possession with the intent to distribute methamphetamine, and one count of possession with the intent to distribute heroin, U.S. Attorney Rafael M. Gonzalez, Jr. announced Friday.
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20 railroad cars derail in south Pocatello
A train derailment was reported this morning in Pocatello near the South Valley Connector.
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ISU paleontologist discovers ancient relative of Tyrannosaurus Rex
Thanks to a discovery by an Idaho State University paleontologist, we’re finding out one of Tyrannosaurus rex’s ancestors may have been more teeny than terrible.
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ITD holding open house on I-15 planning project between Northgate and Blackfoot
The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) is hosting an open house from June 6 – 13 to share information and gather public input about designs to widen I-15 between the Northgate Parkway Interchange (Exit 73) and Blackfoot.
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New online resources to prevent school shootings
In the wake of the Uvdale, Texas shooting, new resources are now available to prevent school shootings in the future. The QPR institute recently released a one-of-a-kind web-based program to help people recognize the warning signs of a potential school shooter.
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First-generation college graduate establishes $25,000 endowment to support first-generation students
Growing up in a farming community in rural Idaho in the 1960s, Dr. Blaine Nisson never imagined he would now be a retired college president.
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Turf field coming to new Pocatello High School Stadium
On Tuesday, the Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 and Lookout Credit Union are holding a special groundbreaking ceremony to commemorate the start of the turf field.
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Preliminary hearing for Todd Brewer moved to July
The man who is charged with shooting two Pocatello police officers was in court Monday afternoon.
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107-year-old woman celebrates birthday in grand style with camel ride
It is a birthday celebration 107 years in the making.
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Juneteenth celebration planned in Pocatello
Excitement is building for the 2022 Juneteenth celebration in Pocatello.
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Summer hours begin at Idaho Museum of Natural History
The Idaho Museum of Natural History on Idaho State University’s Pocatello campus will be open seven days a week to better serve summer patrons.
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Bannock County property taxes due June 20
Bannock County property owners who chose to pay their 2021 property taxes in two parts should prepare for the second-half payment, which is due on or before June 20, 2022.
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Police seek information regarding Ross Park vandalism
During the last several months, the Pocatello Police Department has noticed an increase in vandalism at Ross Park.
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Half-price dog and puppy adoptions from Pocatello Animal Shelter while funds last
While funds last, Friends will cover 50% of the adoption cost from the City of Pocatello’s Animal Shelter.
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Cates concedes Bannock County Republican Assessor race
What may have been the closest election in Bannock County history will not be appealed.
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Marshall Public Library’s summer reading program starts June 7
The Marshall Public Library (MPL) is looking to make a “splash” by launching its all-ages 2022 Summer Reading Program.
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Marshall Public Library partners with Gate City Grays for ACT Program
Marshall Public Library (MPL) opens its 2022 Arts and Community Tickets (ACT) season with a generous partnership with the Gate City Grays.
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SIPH offers free Hepatitis C, HIV and Syphilis testing in June
Southeastern Idaho Public Health (SIPH) will be offering free Hepatitis C, HIV and Syphilis testing to at-risk individuals throughout the month of June at all its county locations.
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No injuries reported in train derailment near Pocatello
Authorities are investigating after 15 Union Pacific train cars derailed near Pocatello Thursday around 5:45 a.m.
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Zoo Idaho annual free-day postponed
The annual free day at Zoo Idaho is being postponed.
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The Bannock County Elections Office conducted an official recount for the Bannock County Assessor’s Republican Primary race on Wednesday.
Continue Reading Man accused of shooting 2 Pocatello police officers released from hospital, taken to jail
The man accused of shooting two Pocatello police officers has been released from the hospital and taken to jail.
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Bannock County Elections Office sets date for Republican Assessor race recount
The Bannock County Elections Office is preparing to conduct an official recount for the Bannock County Assessor’s Republican Primary race on Wednesday.
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