Good Day
Pocatello
Tuesday, January 6th, 2026
Good morning, Pocatello. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 6th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ V3 Creations is accepting nominations for its monthly Hero Flag program in Pocatello. The custom, laser-engraved+hand-painted flags will honor a local person who has made a positive impact in our community. Pocatello-Chubbuck Observer
- ➤ Authorities confirmed that Kee Ray Begay Jr., 53, went missing Dec. 21 and was found Dec. 28 near Massacre Rocks State Park—his family has launched a GoFundMe fundraiser for funeral costs and transport, clarifying earlier misinformation about his identity. East Idaho News
- ➤ The Light the World Giving Machines campaign wrapped up after drawing over 35,000 local visitors and collecting 32,000 donated items, with 2,300 shelter meals for Idaho Falls Rescue Mission most popular. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will audit funds and donate them to charity partners this spring. Local News 8
- ➤ Mountain View Event Center in Pocatello will complete a 28,000 sqft expansion of the ICCU Fieldhouse (mid-February) to host more games, tournaments, and events as it connects the new space with the older facility, according to Director of Operations Shelton Robinson. East Idaho News
- ➤ Local WWII veteran shared words of wisdom while recalling his military service and work with Union Pacific rail as he prepared to celebrate his 106th birthday amid four generations of family in Pocatello. Idaho State Journal
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3rd Annual East Idaho Home Educators Conference
8 AM – 5 PM — Idaho State University — Visit website for fees — Celebrate Faith, Family, and Freedom while connecting with the homeschooling community.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
A society grows great when old men plant trees whose shade they know they shall never sit in.
~ Greek Proverb
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