Free breakfast, lunch for all PCSD 25 students
Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Food Service has been approved for a USDA waiver allowing all learners enrolled in the district to receive free…
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Unhappy parents mount school board recall effort
Immediately after Friday morning’s Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 board meeting finished, Jessie Ward, Troy Sutton and Brandi Clark, members…
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Share a memory of a favorite teacher on social media to raise money for student scholarships
We all have memories of that favorite teacher who made learning come alive for us.…
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Construction zone crashes on the rise
Idaho State Police said construction zone crashes are happening more often because people are not paying…
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15 new COVID-19 cases reported at ISU
Idaho State University is reporting 15 new cases of COVID-19 this…
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PCSD 25 moves forward with new mascot selection
Pocatello High School is now undergoing a selection process to identify a new mascot.…
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D25 to continue current school schedule
The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees held a special meeting Friday to reassess the Roadmap to the 2020-2021 School…
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Air quality in the Pocatello region registers in yellow zone
Southeast Idaho remains a safe place to be outside.…
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Portneuf River Vision seeks public input on park updates
The Portneuf River Vision is looking for your input on the future of a pair of Pocatello…
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Local Trump supporter catches sign thief on camera
BANNOCK COUNTY, Idaho – A local Trump supporter says vandals are targeting his yard, stealing political…
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Locals rally to support full class, sports, optional masks
Locals attended a rally at the Portneuf Wellness Complex on Wednesday to share their grievances with the Pocatello/Chubbuck School District’s…
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Board of Trustees vote to change Pocatello mascot
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – Another school in Idaho is transitioning from a Native American nickname. At Tuesday’s Pocatello/Cubbuck School…
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BLM’s ‘Very Large Air Tanker’ used in East Oregon fires
The tanker can reach to Montana, Nevada, Wyoming, and East Oregon where Barnes said it was dispatched to the other…
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New bus stop completed in Pocatello
Pocatello Regional Transit has put the finishing touches on a new stop at the intersection of West Day Street and North Grant…
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Iconic B-25 Bomber lands in Pocatello
One of the most iconic warplanes from World War II went on display at the Pocatello Regional Airport…
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Election 2020: Important dates to know
With less than two months until the 2020 election, it’s important to have a plan to vote safely this…
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Bannock County to hold public hearing on foregone taxes
Bannock County, along with the ambulance district and the abatement district, are planning to reserve about $1 million in foregone…
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Club Charley’s reopens for belated Pocatello Pride
Despite “outstanding” losses from the mandatory bar shut down, Club Charley’s in Pocatello is finally…
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American Falls students open a new show
American Falls High School students got to work early and are already opening a new show this…
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ISU reports low number of COVID-19 cases
Anti-pandemic efforts on the Idaho State University campus seem to be…
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Pocatello Animal Shelter to close Monday for kennel installation
The Pocatello Animal Shelter will be closed Monday, September 14 while staff installs new cat kennels at the…
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20-Year master plan for Zoo Idaho discussed during city council work session
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) — Big changes are in the works for one of Pocatello’s most popular landmarks. During Thursday’s city council work…
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New adult day care center comes to Pocatello
Pocatello has its first ever adult day care center.…
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Decision upcoming for the Pocatello mascot debate
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) — The Board of Trustees for the Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 met this morning to discuss the name change…
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ISU student co-authors book on mental health
COVID-19 has played a role in the lives of everyone in this country, whether it be directly or…
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Wind gusts rip 100-year-old trees from FMC Park
A Labor Day wind storm, with gusts of 110 mph in some areas, wreaked havoc on the FMC Park in West…
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New skull exhibit at Idaho Museum of Natural History
The Idaho Museum of Natural History is getting ready for an exhibit that will feature some pretty spooky skulls just in time for…
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Meet the new CEO of the Portneuf Medical Center
Jordan Herget is returning to Idaho to take on the role of CEO of the…
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D25 to continue current instruction model for at least 2 more weeks
The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees approved PCSD 25 administration’s recommendation to continue the current instructional…
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COVID-19 cases increase in Southeast Idaho
Southeast Idaho Public Health reported 140 confirmed new COVID-19 cases on September…
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Idaho senate candidate Paulette Jordan visiting south Idaho
During a tour through southern Idaho, Idaho senate candidate Paulette Jordan stopped in Pocatello…
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2020 Festival of Trees suspended
The School District 25 Education Foundation announced Wednesday its Board of Directors has decided to suspend the 2020 Festival of Trees.…
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Mortgage rates experience decline in Eastern Idaho
While the pandemic hit the economy pretty hard in 2020, one aspect that has changed is the buying power of the consumer.…
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Idaho State hires new CIO
Idaho State University has hired Paula Renae Scott as its new chief information officer following a national search that launched in early…
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Demand for Medical Lab Scientists booms due to COVID-19, ISU sees 100% job placement rate
The pandemic has brought a critical–and often forgotten–medical field to the forefront, and it’s benefitting some Idaho State University…
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Main Line project on East Dunn St., South 3rd Ave. begins Tuesday
The City of Pocatello Water Department crews began replacing water main lines on East Dunn Street…
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“Close the Gate” signs installed in West Fork Mink Creek area
There are some new, friendly reminders on the trail for your adventures in the West Fork Mink Creek…
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Chubbuck asking for public input on plans for Downtown
The City of Chubbuck is asking the public to weigh in on their plans to create a…
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Volunteers clean Portneuf River in Pocatello
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK)- Members of the Pocatello community came together for a cleanup of the Portneuf River on August 29. The volunteers met…
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Idaho State University says COVID-19 has shown up on…
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Portneuf River Cleanup planned for Saturday
The Portneuf River Cleanup is set for Saturday, August…
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AMC Theater in Chubbuck reopens its doors
Chubbuck, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK)- For the first time since March, the AMC CLASSIC Pine Ridge 11 Theater in Chubbuck is open for business. The theater is…
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Relay for Life in Pocatello to be held virtually
The annual Relay for Life event in Pocatello will look a little different in…
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Positive COVID-19 case causes Portneuf District Library to temporarily shut down
The Portneuf District Library in Chubbuck announced on Monday that one of their employees tested positive for COVID-19.…
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Idaho’s rate of positive COVID-19 cases are dropping, but not enough, health officials say
It appears social distancing measures and mask mandates could be reducing Idaho’s rate of Covid-19…
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D25 students return to school amid pandemic “went really well”
Students and teachers are back in the classroom after a long hiatus from the…
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Pocatello Veterans Home receives national award
Idaho State Veterans Home – Pocatello (ISVH-P) has been recognized as a 2020 recipient of the Silver– Commitment to Quality Award for its…
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Air Quality Forecast and Caution continues for Southeast Idaho
The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) reports the Air Quality Forecast and Caution continues for Southeast…
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What to know about mail-in voting in Idaho
Even with in-person voting as an option, people in Bannock County are planning…
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Bannock County Jail confirms 4 inmates test positive for COVID-19
In a press conference Thursday, Manu confirmed four inmates tested positive for COVID-19 this…
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Pocatello’s Lead Safe & Healthy Homes program draws national attention
The City of Pocatello’s Lead Safe & Healthy Homes program is once again drawing national…
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Scammers impersonate Pocatello Police in money-grabbing calls
Three separate people called police to report someone impersonating an officer asking for…
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Michaud Creek Fire mapped at 72 acres
UPDATE 6:00 p.m. Firefighters expect to contain the Michaud Creek Fire by 10:00 p.m. Tuesday.…
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Pocatello woman dies after crash west of Pocatello
A 53-year-old Pocatello woman died after a single-vehicle crash on City Creek Road west of Pocatello…
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Students roar back to ISU for first day of in-person learning, masks on
For the first time since March 15, Idaho State University is bustling with students ready to learn, despite the…
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Locals using art to improve mental health
Studies confirm creating art can reduce stress and anxiety levels in the…
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New CBD shop is supporting locals affected by COVID-19
A new business has opened up in Pocatello and is looking to bring coronavirus relief funds to community members.…
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Land exchange between BLM and Simplot approved
The Bureau of Land Management has approved a land exchange between it and J.R. Simplot…
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Idaho Museum of Natural History announces extended hours
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – The Idaho Museum of Natural History at Idaho State University will extend its business hours beginning Aug. 18…
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Idaho State-Civic Symphony to offer free online performances
After months of planning during the evolving COVID-19 pandemic, the Idaho State-Civic Symphony is announcing a free, fully online fall 2020 season…
Continue Reading District 25 modifies plan to start school
At Tuesday’s special meeting, the Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees approved PCSD 25 administration’s recommendation to start…
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“Impressions of 2020”: Local artists back for 2nd year at Old Town Alley
For the second year in a row, the Old Town Alley Outdoor Gallery is offering a space for artists to put their talents on…
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U.S. government agrees to pay Pocatello family $38,500 over M-44 bomb that killed dog, injured teen
After a years long battle, the U.S. government agreed to admit responsibility in the injury of a local teen and the death of his…
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Aid for Friends fundraiser goes online
The annual Aid for Friends Splish Splash Fundraiser was hung out to dry this year because of COVID-19, but that is not stopping the shelter from…
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Pocatello council adopts COVID-19 resolution
The Pocatello City Council has approved a resolution encouraging citizens to wear a face mask in public to help slow the spread of COVID-19. …
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Local artist Josh Pohlman has completed a 7’7” tall and 47’ long mural on the dog runs along the west side of the Pocatello Animal Shelter.…
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Fraudulent $20 bills located in the area
Pocatello Police report fraudulent $20 bills have been located in the…
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2 K-9 officers join Pocatello Police Department
A pair of four-legged officers are now on the streets with the Pocatello Police…
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Local mom’s new smile is “life changing” thanks to giveaway
In November, Hannah Lyngar was awarded a $50,000 smile makeover from the dental surgeons.…
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Pocatello Council to consider mask resolution
A draft resolution, which would require face coverings, will be up for discussion by the Pocatello City Council Thursday. …
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INL scientists returning from Mars rover launch
Idaho National Laboratory scientists are headed home Friday with another feather in their space…
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Watch the Frigitek Cold Storage Facility groundbreaking
Bannock Development Corporation is hosting a groundbreaking ceremony for Frigitek’s Cold Storage Facility Thursday at 4:00 p.m.…
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COVID-19 fake news: how to spot it and what locals are doing to stop it
The spreading of false information was already an issue before the pandemic, but now it’s become a big problem for public…
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Police renew request for help locating missing person
The Chubbuck Police Department is renewing its request for help from the community regarding a missing…
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Drive-up COVID-19 testing available at Portneuf Medical Center
You don’t have to leave your car to get tested for COVID-19 at Portneuf Medical…
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Express Lab, ISU and SIPH moving COVID-19 testing to Holt Arena August 3rd
Express Lab, Idaho State University and Southeastern Idaho Public Health will be moving the location of their
COVID-19 testing site from its current…
SIPH confirms fourth COVID-19 related death in Southeast Idaho
Southeastern Idaho Public Health (SIPH) has confirmed the fourth death associated with COVID-19 in southeast Idaho.…
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New market in Old Town Pocatello aims to support local artisans
There’s a new place for Pocatellans to support local…
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Pocatello requires masks at city buildings, facilities; Mayor issues proclamation encouraging you to “Wear a Face Covering”
Pocatello Mayor Blad is implementing face-covering measures for City employees and for citizens who enter City facilities and participate in programs…
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“Ride On Dads:” a Pocatello dad on a mission to get men tested for prostate cancer
He’s an avid cyclist, father and husband, and he’s battling prostate…
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Revive @ 5 canceled for 2020
The Bannock Civitan Board of Directors has decided to cancel this summer’s Revive @ 5…
Continue Reading D25 board of trustees approves 2020-2021 roadmap with amendments
The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees voted to approve the PCSD 25 Roadmap for the 2020-2021 School Year with amendments at…
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Chinese Peak Fire was human-caused
The Pocatello Fire Department, with the assistance of the Idaho Falls District Bureau of Land Management, has determined the Chinese Peak Fire was…
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UPDATE: Chinese Peak Fire 50% contained
UPDATE July 20, 8:30 a.m.: The East Idaho Interagency Fire Center says the Chinese Peak fire has burned 1451 acres since it started yesterday.…
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ISU professor recovering after going cross country for heart surgery
An Idaho State University College of Business management professor is recovering from a successful heart operation he received in New York on July…
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Motorcyclist killed in crash on Mink Creek Road
A 63-year-old Moore man was killed in a motorcycle crash on Mink Creek Road near South Fork Mink Creek Road, south of Pocatello Sunday around 12…
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Zoo Idaho to get another facelift
Zoo Idaho in Pocatello will be getting another face…
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Every Pocatello police officer to get a body camera
Every Pocatello police officer will soon have a body…
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SIPH releases health plan to prevent further spread of coronavirus
The Pocatello City Council met with Southeastern Idaho Public Health to discuss coronavirus mandate implementation Thursday.…
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Dangerous fugitive apprehended
The Pocatello Police Department, US Marshals, Chubbuck Police Department and Bannock County Sheriff’s Office apprehended a dangerous fugitive without…
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Pocatello teachers association asking for more protection in district’s plan to reopen
In this once-in-a-lifetime pandemic, school districts are working from scratch to make a safe plan that allows in-person…
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Pocatello man charged with enticing a child, posted video alleges he is hiding in bushes
After a video surfaced of a 26-year-old Pocatello man allegedly waiting for a 13-year-old girl to have sex, police arrested him for enticing a…
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Police seek help identifying woman
The Pocatello Police Department is requesting your assistance in identifying this…
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SIPH concerned about Idaho’s rising cases
Officials are determining what conditions would cause southeast Idaho to rollback…
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BTPO 6 year plan to improve Pocatello’s ADA access
People can now weigh in on how they’d like to use tax dollars to improve Bannock County’s…
Continue Reading D25 seeks input on 2020-2021 school year roadmap
The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 released a draft of its roadmap for the 2020-2021 school year and is asking for community…
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ISU student places second nationally for research poster
An Idaho State University senior won second place for her research poster at the POLY Industrial Advisory Board sponsored Undergraduate Research in…
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Wildfire preparedness: Aid for homeowners
Now is the time for homeowners to protect their property from fire dangers, and aid is…
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Pay It Forward: God’s Home of Compassion
A small local food pantry helps people meet the challenges of the COVID-19…
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Pocatello to consider public health emergency ordinance requiring masks in public places
Pocatello City Council members will consider a public health emergency ordinance requiring masks to be worn in all public places or when six feet of…
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