Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of March.
Good morning, Pocatello.
Idaho State University is hosting Chrome in the Dome — a car and motorcycle show with over 150 vehicles — at the ICCU Dome Friday afternoon through Saturday in Pocatello.
The student-run fundraiser charges $10 per ticket, with admission free for children 12 and under to support the automotive program.
Raising Cane’s will open its new Chubbuck restaurant on March 31, creating 135 jobs.
The fast-food chain will serve hand-battered chicken fingers, premium crinkle-cut fries, buttery toast and house-made coleslaw in the Gate City area.
Two local Grocery Outlet stores in Pocatello and Idaho Falls will close soon, affecting shoppers who depend on their low prices.
The close-out sale begins Sunday, Mar. 8 and the final shopping day is Saturday, Mar. 21—customers say the closures will reduce access to affordable groceries.
Failure and Fortitude (How Faith, Politics, and Power shaped the Teton Dam Disaster) will release in May, detailing the Teton Dam failure and the strength of local residents.
The book explains how the disaster affected our community.
The Idaho Department of Labor received an $8 million grant from the U.S. Department of Labor to support training in advanced manufacturing and mineral processing — local businesses can now apply for funds to boost worker skills.
The Portneuf Valley Swim Team Krakens is hosting a USA Swimming meet today in Gate City after a six-year break, with about 150 athletes expected to compete.
The event brings renewed local energy to competitive swimming.
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.
EDW Concert in Pocatello
2 AM – 10 PM — Mountain View Event Center — All Ages — Experience an exciting performance in a lively venue.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
Stay in the know, Pocatello.
Free, always. No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.