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Wednesday, January 28th, 2026

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Good morning, Pocatello. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 28th of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The 19th Annual Sportsmen Against Hunger event will be held Jan. 31 + Feb. 1 at the C-A-L Ranch store in Chubbuck from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The free event will offer raffle tickets and kid-friendly activities while local organizations share conservation tips and raise funds for the Idaho Foodbank.  Pocatello-Chubbuck Observer

ECONOMY NEWS

  • AAA reported that gas prices in Idaho increased last week, with the average price reaching $2.78 per gallon & up two cents from the previous week. Nationally, the average rose to $2.88 amid a winter lull and low crude oil costs.  KPVI

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Pocatello schools, along with those in Chubbuck and Fort Hall, will start the Mayor’s Million Minute Marathon on February 1, tracking reading minutes until February 28. Each school uses distributed sheets to compete for $500 prizes in three categories (including a visit from Mayor Dahlquist).  Pocatello-Chubbuck Observer

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Fri, 1/30/26

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  • 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.

    Sat, 2/14/26

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  • Pocatello Home Show

    Feb 20-22 — Mountain View Event Center — Free admission — Explore huge savings on home improvement innovations and connect with local vendors.

    Fri, 2/20/26

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  • Pocatello Conservation Dinner

    Dinner — Evening — Phil Meador Toyota — Support waterfowl conservation through dinner, auctions, and raffles.

    Sat, 2/21/26

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  • Whimsy Market

    10 AM – 6 PM — Red Lion Hotel Pocatello — Free entry — Explore a magical array of unique vendors offering whimsical products and art.

    Sun, 2/22/26

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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