Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of February.
Good morning, Pocatello.
🏘️ Community
An 11-year-old senior dog named Tux needs a forever home as Sarah believes he may be a well-trained cocker-spaniel mix.
Community members can call Pocatello Animal Services (208-234-6156) to schedule a meeting with him.
First National Bar in Pocatello will host its annual Super Bowl party on Sunday, Feb.
8 with a chili and wing cook-off at 1:30 p.m. plus prizes, games, a balloon pop, dollar jello shots and a potluck.
💼 Business
Kingpot Korean BBQ and Hot Pot, located at 1599 Yellowstone Ave in Pocatello, will close Feb.
28 after a two-year run, with the space planned to reopen as Souper Bowl Mongolian Grill in March (management says the change aims to offer a more affordable dining model).
Butter Burr’s Lickety Split will close its Yellowstone Avenue location on Feb.
13 after serving Pocatello for nine years as a drive-thru and sit-down spot (a decision to focus on its main restaurant). Butter Burr’s at 160 W. Cedar St. remains open to serve the community.
🎭 Culture
The Aslett Clean World Foundation plans to convert the Museum of Clean building into a community center that will be renamed soon.
An open house held today shared ideas to partner with local businesses + host events such as Touch-a-Truck on June 9 and the Potato Festival on Aug. 22.
📰 Economy
Pocatello was ranked 5th nationally in the Milken Institute’s Best-Performing Cities Index following 11.4 percent job growth in professional & business services in 2024.
City leaders said the strong ranking reflects ongoing investments in workforce and infrastructure.
🎓 Education
Idaho State University paleontologists reported that fossils from Wyoming could point to a new dinosaur species — they will return to Zurich to conduct 3D scans and detailed comparisons with known specimens as part of ongoing research.
The study builds on unique features found in a toe bone and braincase.
Idaho State University announced it will merge the College of Education with the College of Fine Arts into a new college and cut 45 positions to save $1.8 million.
The budget plan addresses an $8 million gap with layoffs scheduled to begin June 20 (some positions are already vacant).
🌲 Environment
Idaho Power offered gameday energy-saving tips in a Feb.
3 brief to help households save energy on Sunday by lowering thermostats, using small appliances + running full dishwasher loads. The advice aims to reduce energy costs while fans cheer on the game.
🏛️ Government
City of Pocatello is forming an America250 Ad Hoc Committee to plan a time capsule and community celebration; five volunteer slots are available.
Interested residents must apply by Feb. 20 and can contact the Mayor’s Office at 911 North 7th Avenue, visit the Advisory Committees webpage, or call 208-234-6163.
🎉 Pocatello Events
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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.
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.
The Marvelous Wonderettes
7:30-10 p.m. — L.E. and Thelma E. Stephens Performing Arts Center — Ticket info not provided — Experience the musical charm and nostalgia of The Marvelous Wonderettes.
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