Good morning, Pocatello.

An interfaith community is launching the annual Feeding the 5,000 food drive with a kickoff concert Saturday at a church (a starting point for donations) (in Pocatello).

Kenneth Shaye Simmons, 49, of Chubbuck was sentenced to three years probation on Monday — his prison term was suspended — after a two-day trial in May 2024 found him guilty of intimidating a witness, with four of six charges dismissed before sentencing.

The school district announced on Saturday, March 15th that rebuilding Highland High School will begin with construction starting Monday and a ground-breaking ceremony set for Wednesday, March 19th at noon.

The project will happen in two phases—phase one ending in January 2027 with new classrooms, a gym, kitchen, cafeteria and commons area, and phase two finishing by July 2027 with a performing arts center, music and drama rooms and an outdoor courtyard.

Governor Brad Little signed House Bill 231 on March 13th, 2025 which raises the grocery tax credit for Idaho families to $155 per year.

Lawmakers say the tax cut helps families manage higher food costs — the measure passed with strong support.

Idaho Governor Brad Little signed House Bill 37 on Wednesday morning to make firing squads the main method of execution — the law will take effect on July 1st, 2026 to allow time to remodel a prison facility for the new method.

The city released final designs for Optimist Skatepark on Thursday morning and set a groundbreaking for March 21 at noon; construction will take 90 days this summer.

Director Anne Butler said the design mixes ideas from a public meeting — including local skaters and experts — to replace the old park.

Local business owners in Chubbuck are seeking new retail spaces since Pine Ridge Mall will close at the end of May—its owners plan to redevelop it into an outdoor shopping center—and small shops face challenges from high rents and oversized spaces, forcing them to relocate.

Live Music with Card Catalog and Loot at First National Bar

Card Catalog performs alongside Loot at the First National Bar, featuring new originals and popular covers in a free show.

Pocatello Spring Fair at ICCU Dome

The Pocatello Spring Fair showcases over 200 vendors featuring ATVs, recreation and home improvement equipment, as well as landscape and garden ideas.

Pocatello Spring Fair 2025

The Pocatello Spring Fair features over 200 vendors offering a variety of home improvement products, outdoor equipment, and artwork in a three-day event at the ICCU Dome.

Last Day at Pebble Creek

3:30-5:30 p.m. — Pebble Creek Ski Area — Enjoy skiing, food, and live music from Best By Yesterday on the final day of the season.

The Living Christ Celebration

4:30-5:30 p.m. — 2140 Satterfield Dr, Pocatello, ID — Free entry — Explore the life and miracles of Jesus Christ with interactive exhibits and live performances.

The Living Christ Open House

1-5:30 p.m. — 2140 Satterfield Dr — Free entry — Celebrate the life and miracles of Jesus Christ with testimonies, performances, and refreshments.

Downtown Easter Egg Fest

11 AM – 12 PM — Historic Downtown Pocatello — Free entry — Family Fun Easter Egg Fest with thousands of Easter eggs filled with surprises for kids.