Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of January.
Good morning, Pocatello.
🏘️ Community
Enzo, a one-year-old red coonhound puppy at Pocatello Animal Services, is looking for his furr-ever home; call 208-234-6156 to schedule a time to meet him.
Idaho State University's Institute of Rural Health is seeking volunteers (aged 55 and older) for its AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP Program to combat loneliness among seniors in Pocatello.
Applications will be accepted soon.
The Bannock County Events Complex has unveiled a fully redesigned website today — offering a modern digital experience that makes it easier for local fans to access event details.
🚧 Accidents
A look back at east Idaho history recalls that on Jan.
30, 1946, a Rexburg farmer named W.L. Trost was crushed on his farm one mile southwest of town while setting up his sleigh, with his body found about an hour later (according to records).
💼 Business
The Pocatello bridal shop Here Comes the Bride On a Budget opened its brick-and-mortar location at 155 South 2nd Avenue last May, offering affordable wedding dresses and consignment gowns.
Owner Heather Gonzalez launched the shop after her own wedding dress search in 2024 (it opened online in 2023).
🎓 Education
Superintendent Debbie Critchfield presented her plan for reducing testing burdens & red tape to House and Senate Education Committees Monday, Jan.
27. The proposals, now open for public comment, aim to let districts choose assessments that better match students' future goals.
🎉 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.
Pocatello Home Show
Feb 20-22 — Mountain View Event Center — Free admission — Explore huge savings on home improvement innovations and connect with local vendors.
Pocatello Conservation Dinner
Dinner — Evening — Phil Meador Toyota — Support waterfowl conservation through dinner, auctions, and raffles.
Whimsy Market
10 AM – 6 PM — Red Lion Hotel Pocatello — Free entry — Explore a magical array of unique vendors offering whimsical products and art.
🏠 Pocatello Real Estate
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