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Pocatello buzzing for National Pollinator Week, starting June 17th

The Friends of Edson Fichter Nature Area and members of the National Pollinator Pathways Organization are hosting a week of events in June celebrating Pocatello’s pollinators.

The events during National Pollinator Week will highlight all of the insects and animals that help plants reproduce and grow, and teach people how to grow their own pollinator-friendly gardens, while stoking appreciation of all the things pollinators do for people.

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Kohberger defense team demands trial delay after case details leak

The defense team of Bryan Kohberger, the man accused of killing four University of Idaho students in 2022, is pushing to delay the fastly approaching murder trial, citing the apparent leak that made its way into a recent episode of “Dateline NBC.”

In recently published court documents, Kohberger’s lawyers argue that the case details mentioned in the Dateline special, “The Terrible Night on King Road,” violated the court’s gag order, but may have created an unfair basis against their client.

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Bonneville County Republican Central Committee seeks applications for County Clerk position

The Bonneville County Republican Central Committee (BCRCC) has officially opened the application period for the Bonneville County Clerk position. This follows the upcoming retirement of current Clerk Penny Manning, who will step down on July 25, 2025, after nine years of service.

“Penny set a high standard of excellence in the Office of County Clerk. We appreciate her outstanding dedication and service”, said Bryon Reed, 4th Vice Chair and former County Commissioner.

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Pocatello custom car businesses devastated by recent fire

Owners of local classic car restoration business ‘Badass Glass’ are trying to get back on their feet after a fire destroyed the company’s body shop.

Jordan Miller, owner of Badass Glass, said his son woke him up in the early hours of May 13 after noticing a fire in the large body shop near their home. Miller called the Pocatello Fire Department, and firefighters extinguished the blaze, but not before the loss of the shop and the tools and vehicles stored inside.

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Following Nebraska’s soda ban, Idaho could be closer to restricting junk food purchases with SNAP benefits

Following a significant move in Nebraska, Idaho is on track to potentially enact restrictions on what can be purchased with Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, commonly known as food stamps. On Monday, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brook L. Rollins signed the first-ever waiver to prevent SNAP recipients in Nebraska from using their benefits to buy soda and energy drinks, with the changes set to take effect on January 1, 2026.

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Highway 20 pursuit ends in arrest of felony suspect

A man with an active felony arrest warrant is in custody following an alleged stalking incident and pursuit on Highway 20, according to a post on the Rexburg Police Department Facebook page..

On Sunday at approximately 5:30 PM, Rexburg police responded to a report from a woman stating that her ex-boyfriend had followed her home from work and was waiting outside her residence.

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New survey shows Idaho Falls residents value economy, safety, and quality of services

“Citizen opinion matters a great deal. We appreciate all the residents who took the survey,” said Idaho Falls Mayor Rebecca Casper. “Citizen engagement is the gold standard for policymakers when it comes to public decisions, policies and investments. Our goal is a vibrant Idaho Falls, a community that is a great place to live, raise a family, grow a business and build a future. Citizen input and feedback can help us to get it right.”

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Traffic Alert: ITD announces highway closures in eastern Idaho for railroad work

The Idaho Transportation Department, in partnership with Union Pacific Railroad, will close highways near several railroad crossings in May.

State Highway 33 from Rexburg to Sage Junction will close Monday through part of Tuesday as needed (May 19-May 20) as Union Pacific Railroad replaces crossings along this route. Motorists can take State Highway 48 to Roberts and Interstate 15 to Sage Junction as an alternative.

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Yellowstone forced to euthanize 400-pound grizzly that repeatedly sought out human food

“It’s unfortunate that this bear began regularly seeking out garbage and was able to defeat the park’s bear-resistant infrastructure,” said Yellowstone Bear Management Biologist Kerry Gunther. “We go to great lengths to protect bears and prevent them from becoming conditioned to human food. But occasionally, a bear outsmarts us or overcomes our defenses. When that happens, we sometimes have to remove the bear from the population to protect visitors and property.”

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Rocky Mountain Power discusses boat restrictions on Alexander Reservoir to control erosion

Rocky Mountain Power representatives cite erosion as a major concern for the Soda Springs area’s Alexander Reservoir, prompting changes to recreational access this summer.

The Alexander Reservoir and connected ‘Soda Development’ hydroelectric dam are owned by Rocky Mountain Power’s parent company, Pacificorp, and representatives say they have been monitoring increased erosion of the reservoir over the past three years.

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Things to consider as Idaho enters its “100 Deadliest Days” of driving

Idaho law enforcement and the Idaho Transportation Department are bracing themselves for the 100 Deadliest Days, marking the most dangerous time to be on Gem State roads.

“Historically, there are more fatalities that happen in that time between Memorial Day and Labor Day than a lot of times the rest of the year,” said Kelly Campbell with the Office of Highway Safety.

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One woman dies following Bonneville County two-vehicle crash

The Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office is reportedly investigating a crash between 97 N and 113 N. The road is currently closed.

There are currently no details available regarding the cause of the crash or any potential injuries. However, photos from the scene depict two overturned vehicles in the front yard of a nearby home. The first vehicle appears to be a red 4×4 Ford pickup, and the second appears to be a sedan.

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“You don’t have to suffer alone”: Local veterans raise awareness of mental health resources

May marks mental health awareness month, and local veterans are highlighting resources to help their fellow servicemen and women struggling with their mental health.

According to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, those who have served in the armed forces are twice as likely to develop mental illness or commit suicide as civilians. Suicide is also the second leading cause of death for veterans under age 45.

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Judge allows Kohberger’s family to be present during Idaho murder trial

The family of the man charged with killing four University of Idaho students will be allowed in the courtroom in the high-profile murder trial, according to recently released court documents.

Several of Bryan Kohberger’s family members could be called to testify in the upcoming murder trial. Prosecutors had previously argued that Kohberger’s family should not be allowed to be present for the trial to “reduce the possibility of a witness shaping his testimony to conform with or to rebut prior testimony of others,” according to court documents.

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Former Idaho school district employee charged with child pornography crimes

A former employee of the Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 has been charged with crimes related to downloading and distributing child pornography.

Members of the Idaho Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force, along with local partners, arrested 43-year-old William Strength on Tuesday. He has been charged with eight counts of Possession and two counts of Distribution of child sexual exploitation material (CSAM), according to Attorney General Raúl Labrador’s Office.

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Soda Spring’s famous geyser under repair after multiple mechanical problems

Soda Springs’ famous carbonated geyser is under repair after a pump failure and valve malfunction led to two different sets of problems for the city landmark on Tuesday.

On April 29, the City of Soda Springs announced the world-famous man-made geyser would be out of commission after a problem with the pump caused the geyser to stop working. The pump was replaced on Wednesday, but a valve malfunction is now causing the geyser to spray a six-foot jet of water nonstop.

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Rocky Mountain Power holding public meeting for changes to Alexander Reservoir recreation

Rocky Mountain Power will hold a public meeting on May 21 to discuss changes to recreation access in the Alexander Reservoir, near Soda Springs, to address erosion concerns.

The reservoir and connected hydroelectric dam are owned by Pacificorp, parent company of Rocky Mountain Power, and representatives have expressed concerns over boat use in the reservoir to Caribou County Commissioners since March 2025.

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Department of Energy, Idaho agree to targeted waiver of 1995 Settlement Agreement to advance nuclear research

The State of Idaho and President Trump’s administration have signed an agreement that could have major impacts on the state and the future of nuclear energy in the nation.

According to recent news releases, the U.S. Department of Energy and state officials agreed to a targeted waiver of the 1995 Settlement Agreement, which established milestones to remove legacy waste at the Idaho National Lab site while allowing continued energy research and development at the lab.

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Pocatello Animal Shelter reopens after Parvovirus scare – Remaining puppies healthy

“Pocatello Animal Services is pleased to report that all ten puppies remaining in our care have continued to test negative for the parvovirus,” said Pocatello Animal Services in a press update. “Following extensive disinfection and containment measures, the shelter is safe to reopen.”

The news comes after four puppies tested positive for canine parvovirus, an incredibly contagious virus common among dogs too young to be vaccinated.

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New Details – Name Released in Ashton gunfire incident

According to the Fremont County Sheriff’s Office, Alex Hernandez has been booked into the Fremont County Jail for unlawful discharge of a firearm and disturbing the peace.

Early Sunday morning, Fremont County Dispatch received a call reporting gunshots being fired in the Ashton area. Multiple law enforcement agencies responded, determining the shooting was related to a dispute between more than one party.

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48-year-old driver identified in fatal I-15 crash near Pocatello

The Bannock County Coroner’s Office has identified the driver who died in Thursday’s fatal crash between Fort Hall and Pocatello as 48-year-old Darrin Ralph Moore from Inkom, Idaho.

The driver has been identified as 48-year-old Darrin Ralph Moore of Inkom, Idaho.

On Thursday, April 24, at around 1:55 p.m., Idaho State Police were called to a crash on southbound I-15 at milepost 74.5, north of Pocatello.

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