Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 18th of January.
Good morning, Pocatello.
🏘️ Community
The NAACP hosted its annual MLK Day brunch this morning at the Idaho State University student union building, featuring Pocatello Mayor Mark Dahlquist.
The event included a breakfast buffet and a readout of the joint proclamation naming next week as MLK Jr. Week with more planned events.
Idaho Power will host agricultural expos and irrigation workshops in January and February for irrigation customers.
The Eastern Idaho Ag Expo and Potato Conference runs Jan. 21 to 22, with other events in western and southern Idaho in late January and early February, offering updates on energy efficiency and safety.
🎓 Education
Idaho’s new Reading Indicator shows that third graders scored higher this fall while establishing a new statewide baseline for future tests.
Superintendent Critchfield said enhanced phonics instruction boosted performance — kindergarten results differ due to varied early readiness.
🌲 Environment
Idaho Fish and Game warns that feeding deer and elk in residential areas can invite predators and cause vehicle collisions during winter.
Residents are urged to observe wildlife from a distance (keeping animals wild helps prevent disease and other risks).
🏛️ Government
Idaho launched the new ABLE Savings Plan on Jan.
15 to offer tax-advantaged accounts for Idahoans with disabilities to pay for expenses such as education, housing + healthcare. Managed by STABLE Account, the program provides a low-cost way to save while protecting eligibility for public benefits.
🎉 Pocatello Events
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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.
Bowling to Support Anna Grace Foundation Programs
2-4 p.m. — Tough Guy Bowling Lanes — $5-$24 per person — A fun bowling event designed to support single-parent families and strengthen community ties.
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