Salvation Army plans dual fundraisers in Chubbuck this week
The Salvation Army Pocatello Corps will host ‘Stuff the Bus’ and ‘Christmas in July’ fundraisers at Walmart in Chubbuck starting Thursday, July…
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The Salvation Army Pocatello Corps will host ‘Stuff the Bus’ and ‘Christmas in July’ fundraisers at Walmart in Chubbuck starting Thursday, July…
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The American Red Cross is offering a free trip to see a summer blockbuster for people willing to donate blood through…
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The Bannock Transportation Planning Organization has released a draft of their fiscal year 2026 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) detailing…
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American Staffing in Pocatello is on the lookout for laborers and welders to fill an increasing demand from industry clients in the Portneuf…
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Bannock County has scheduled a ribbon-cutting ceremony for its new Exhibit Hall at the Fairgrounds in…
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wo people are in the hospital after being rescued from an early morning house fire in Pocatello on Monday.
At around 12:40 a.m., a woman at 444…
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Aid for Friends is approaching the date of their thirteenth annual ‘Splish and Splash’ fundraiser event, scheduled for August 1, to raise money for…
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“I’m grateful, I’m appreciative–it wasn’t expected,” said Coroner Danner. “…I don’t think anybody does anything for the awards, I do it because…
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Jack Edward Newsom, 43, of Pocatello, was sentenced to 121 months in prison for possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine, Acting U.S.…
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“It’s an amazing process, three years of construction, 24/7, and all the way through the winter; it’s been a massive undertaking,” said Justin Smith,…
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“The impact of the loss of CPB funding is going to be big, it’s going to be huge,” said Anderson. “I think we’ve got funding in place for this…
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The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Pocatello Field Office is asking people to review a draft of a new budget plan which would increase and add fees…
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Idaho State University received a grant of around $141,000 from the Idaho Office of Emergency Management to fund a project to increase the Pocatello…
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With the painting of final lane markers on the new roadway, construction at the I-86/I-15 “Flying-Y” System Interchange in Pocatello is coming to…
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The National Weather Service (NWS) in Pocatello has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for the majority of Southeastern Idaho, effective…
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Barbara Turner, the co-founder/director of the Snake River Montessori School and the second passenger involved in the fatal rollover crash on June…
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“We have some really high-quality, durable gear, and you can test it before you buy it,” said Bryce Walker, outdoor recreation and climbing wall…
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The Portneuf District Library is featuring their vast collection of games and sports equipment available for patrons to check out and enjoy this…
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A tense early morning situation on Horizon Drive ended peacefully Sunday, July 13, after Pocatello Police successfully negotiated with occupants of a…
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Authorities in Bannock County have identified the man killed in a single-vehicle crash on Interstate 15 Thursday night as 31-year-old Darold…
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“It’s different than anything that we’ve done before, so I thought it would be a really fun program for us to do as well,” said Amy Azzouzat, the…
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“We have companies from all over the area here sponsoring holes, set up on holes, and then we’ve got golf teams from all over the area visiting those…
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Grab your fishing pole, pack the cooler, and don’t forget your fishing license (or the bug spray)! Personnel from Idaho Fish and Game’s…
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The Bannock County Veterans Memorial Association is trying to raise $100,000 by the end of August to qualify for a matching donation, which would…
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Tomorrow night, Goody’s in Pocatello is hosting an event for a great cause, featuring music and delicious food. Pocatello’s singer-songwriter, Dawson…
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“We are thrilled to get this skate park open and celebrate with our friends at the Southeast Idaho Skate Park Association, the Nichols family, and…
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Portneuf Health hosted a groundbreaking ceremony Wednesday for their new ‘Portneuf Health Now-Chubbuck’ urgent care clinic.
The new location will be…
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“This funding means that additional districts and charters will receive resources to support a position that brings valuable peace of mind to…
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“It’s been really cool for me to go through the community and be involved with different organizations or departments and get things done and get my…
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Summer power outages can be dangerous, especially when coupled with hot weather, and the Bannock County Office of Emergency Management is helping…
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The Port (Portneuf Healthtrust Amphitheatre) is ramping up the summer concert season as Country Music star Billy Currington makes his way to…
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Three severe thunderstorm warnings have been issued within minutes of each other in the last hour, as of 4:30 PM July 4, 2025.
One in Cassia County…
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The Pocatello Fire Department wants to let the public know about the significant dangers and operational impacts of unauthorized drone flights over…
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Swarms of Mormon crickets are making their way through Southeast Idaho on their migratory routes, with insects spotted in areas of Fort Hall.
Mormon…
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United Way has released its updated 2025 report cataloguing the number of people in Idaho classified as ‘asset limited, income constrained, and…
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American Falls Mayor Rebekah Sorensen has announced she is stepping down to focus on her family while completing a new home in the county. Her…
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The Marshall Public Library is now accepting donations of fresh fruits and vegetables for families in need during the annual ‘Garden to Give’…
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Chubbuck Road is now open after closures over the past month to finish construction on the I-15 underpass.
The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD)…
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Idaho State University’s robotics club returned victorious from a national competition last week. The robotics club competed at the ‘ Skills USA…
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The North Bannock Fire District will conduct a controlled burn at the Portneuf Wellness Complex all day Tuesday in preparation for Bannock County’s…
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The historic World War II B-25 Mitchell ‘Maid in the Shade’ landed at the Pocatello Regional Airport on Monday for an interactive exhibition as part…
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The Bannock Transportation Planning Organization is inviting people to review and comment on their most recent draft of the ‘Transportation…
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Porter Meyers, a 13-year-old from Pocatello, recently won third place in the seventh grade category at the RTX Invention Convention US Nationals in…
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All around Pocatello, vibrant murals beautify the sides of buildings across town. Some even in unseen places, all with the same artist signature,…
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Idaho State University’s Physics Department students taught the kids a little about physics and showed them how to build their own water-powered…
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Attorneys of the Victor Perez family are hosting a “Truth and Reconciliation Conference” in Pocatello on Saturday to allow citizens to voice their…
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“We really just want more of a focused education atmosphere,” said Deanna Judy, Pocatello-Chubbuck School Board…
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Lawyers representing the family of Victor Perez, a 17-year-old with autism and cerebral palsy, held a press conference tonight, Thursday, June 26, to…
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Inkom Lavender Farm, Lavender Lane, is hosting their third annual Lavender Festival on June 27 and 28, with live music, local food and vendors, and…
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The former owner of Downard Funeral Home, Lance Peck, has agreed to plead guilty to mishandling his…
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“Anything that says ‘explosion’ on the firework itself, they will talk about leaving the ground, those are illegal fireworks…” says Dean Bullock,…
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Attorneys for the family of Victor Perez, the autistic teen fatally shot by Pocatello Police Officers on April 5th, are set to hold a press…
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Fire departments across Bannock County have announced a unified, county-wide burn ban set to begin on July 1. This ban prohibits all open burning…
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As the 4th of July holiday approaches, the Pocatello Fire Department reminds all residents to celebrate safely and responsibly. Following the recent…
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“It’s funny, but it also shows the battles that children can face and how they feel like they can’t be heard,” said Hannah Christensen, a Pocatello…
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The Pocatello Water Department will start replacing a stretch of water main line on South Arthur Ave. between West Whitman St. and West Terry St. in…
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Beginning tomorrow, the Idaho Transportation Department will chip seal the System Interchange in Pocatello. Once this work is complete, the roadway…
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The community of Bancroft is picking up the pieces after a fire swept through Main Street Saturday, affecting two homes and damaging a nearby shed…
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Fire crews in Bancroft are working to battle several structure fires affecting homes and other buildings on Main Street.
Bannock County firefighters…
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“I am going to support the president. I know what his options are. He will take one of those options. And I have every confidence it will be the…
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Delegates from all over the state voiced opinions on any changes they think need to happen within the Idaho Republican Party.…
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A second fire is burning in Bannock County right now, this one near Inkom. The Bannock County Sheriff’s Office tells Local News 8 a fire was…
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Due to bridge demolition, the northbound Inkom entrance ramp onto I-15 (Exit 58) will be closed for two nights. The closure will take place from 9…
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Pocatello firefighters, aided by wildland firefighter crews, are battling a wildfire off West Clark Street on the west bench of the city.…
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“Without pollinators, there are a variety of crops, food that we would not even be able to eat; the pollinators are really critical,” said Sarah…
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The Pocatello Police Department celebrated a significant day Wednesday as Chief Roger Schie officially swore in four new officers, bolstering the…
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City offices, county offices, libraries and even banks will be closing in remembrance of Juneteenth. Events are planned in the cities of Idaho Falls…
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The conference will allow Pocatello citizens and members of the Fort Hall Reservation to voice concerns
regarding the Victor Perez shooting as well…
Crews from Pocatello Parks and Rec and Artisan Skateparks are putting the finishing touches on the brand new Optimist Skatepark with plans for it to…
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“We have a short time with the kids, but I want to just continue it because I love spending time with kids,” said Tshiebwe. “This is one of my…
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Pocatello Parks and Rec is addressing online complaints of dry grass around the city and in the Mountain View Cemetery.
According to Parks and Rec…
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K9 Zeus of the Power County Sheriff’s Office just got a major upgrade in safety for patrolling the streets. The loyal four-legged officer of the…
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Agenda items for the meeting include a bond request from the University of Idaho to fund student housing projects, consideration of contract…
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“I couldn’t be more proud of them,” said Brody Holyoak, senior clinical instructor for ISU’s Robotics Program. “I like to push my students, and this…
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The Pocatello Arts Council invites local artists to contribute to its 2025 entry for the annual Festival of Trees, benefiting scholarship programs…
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A popular aquarium and exotic pet store in Pocatello is swimming along in its new location after leaving the Pine Ridge Mall earlier this year.…
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“We are making great progress as we strengthen the resiliency of our water system, which everybody knows is the lifeblood of the state of Idaho,”…
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June is Men’s Health Month, and doctors around the country are pitching healthier habits to combat men’s health concerns.
Almost 15 percent of…
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The Portneuf River Vision group and the Pocatello-Chubbuck Chamber of Commerce are hosting the annual Poky Paddle event on Friday.
Vendors, food…
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The Preston Farmers Market returns for a second season, promising an even bigger and better experience for Franklin County residents and visitors.…
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The Idaho High School Rodeo Association’s State Finals are underway at the Bannock County Event Center this week, and top athletes are competing for…
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The City of Pocatello Parks & Recreation Department is excited to welcome Utah Jazz player Oscar Tshiebwe to Pocatello!
Junior Jazz players and…
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“A lot of the things that we do are computer-based with smartphones and smart glasses and smart computers and smart cars,” said Wes Jones, director…
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Gateway Transitional Care Center broke ground on the future site of their new Vent/Trach Unit and Outpatient Therapy Gym on Thursday.
The 14-bed…
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ALS of Nevada is hosting their ‘Walk for ALS’ in Pocatello to raise awareness and collect donations for research into the deadly disease on…
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Idaho State University recently added two new ‘lactation pods’ to their Pocatello campus to give breastfeeding mothers a private space to feed their…
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The Bannock County Sheriff’s Office is proud to announce the launch of a new mobile application designed to enhance communication and public safety…
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A Pocatello man is facing a slew of felony and misdemeanor charges after he allegedly escalated a traffic stop for erratic driving into a physical…
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Pocatello city engineers are hosting an open house on Tuesday to discuss plans for their ‘North Portneuf Crossing Project’, which would improve…
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The Idaho Department of Fish and Game’s annual ‘Free Fishing Day’ returns Saturday, June 14, and regional offices are hosting events to make it even…
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Pocatello city engineers are hosting an open house on Tuesday to discuss plans for their ‘North Portneuf Crossing Project’, which would improve…
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Pocatello Mayor Brian Blad and the City Council are holding a Town Hall meeting near the end of June to discuss fireworks safety and enforcement. The…
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The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) will close Main Street in Inkom overnight on Tuesday, June 10, and Wednesday, June 1, to demolish the I-15…
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Gateway Transitional Care Center is remodeling their facility to include a new ‘Vent/Trach Unit’ for patients recovering from injuries or respiratory…
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The final phase of the Center Street Underpass construction project is set to begin in January 2026. This phase will include the installation of…
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The Ross Park Aquatic Complex opened for its 2025 season on May 24, and the waterpark is sporting a fresh look with new Pocatello city…
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The Portneuf District Library is showcasing their collection of cake pans and cookie cutters available for checkout as their featured resource…
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The American Falls School District is pleased to announce the appointment of Jeff Blauer as the new principal of Hillcrest Elementary School,…
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The Idaho Transportation Department will begin construction Monday at the intersection of Pocatello Avenue and State Highway 39 in American Falls.…
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Dramatic photos of a heroic rescue in the Pocatello canal are making waves on the local social media page “Life in Pocatello.” On Tuesday, three…
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