Tuesday, February 17th, 2026
Good morning, Pocatello. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Pocatello Chubbuck Chamber of Commerce is marking 125 years of service this year by planning local events and partnering with Idaho State University for a joint celebration, with further details yet to be released. KPVI
- ➤ Healthy City USA named The Village and its Youth Development Center the 2025 Organization of the Year for community health. The honor (recognizing support for local youth and residents) highlights their positive work in our community. Idaho State Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Acoustifest, a two-day celebration of community and music, will take place at Misfitz bar on Friday, Feb. 20 and Saturday, Feb. 21. Tickets cost $12 per night or $20 for both nights, with doors opening an hour early (featuring Uncle Mack and local artists). East Idaho News
- ➤ The Native American Club at Highland High School held a powwow — a celebration of Native American culture — for school members and community attendees. Idaho State Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Idaho State University hosted its annual Bengal STEM Day on Thursday — more than 450 middle and high school students built roller coasters and extracted DNA at the College of Science and Engineering. Idaho State Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bannock County announced a range of job openings in Pocatello and McCammon, including a Deputy Sheriff – Detention and Administrative Assistant positions, with full job details available through the county’s HR office. Pocatello-Chubbuck Observer
- ➤ Idaho’s Attorney General office warned residents to stay alert to phone scams after a senior nearly lost $20,000. The office urges anyone contacted by scammers to call its Consumer Protection Division & share the advice with family and neighbors. Pocatello-Chubbuck Observer
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The first winter state championship contest will start with the girls’ basketball tournament on Thursday as local teams compete in cheer, dance + wrestling events and fans can view photos from last week showing Blackfoot Broncos and other champions in action. East Idaho News
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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.
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Pocatello Conservation Dinner
Dinner — Evening — Phil Meador Toyota — Support waterfowl conservation through dinner, auctions, and raffles.
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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.
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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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Gate City Brewfest 2026
1-5 p.m. — Historic Downtown Pocatello — Tasting tickets required — Raise your glass at one of Downtown's favorite brew festivals featuring local craft beers.
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