Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of March.
Good morning, Pocatello.
Fort Hall is hosting its annual Veterans + Homeless Stand Down at Fort Hall Jr./Sr. High School from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Friday, Mar.
27 for veterans and homeless residents to access medical aid, haircuts by ISU students, Red Cross support, and transit assistance.
Local quadriplegic Daniel Wells was seriously injured at 15 in 1986 in Aberdeen and later underwent extensive surgeries and rehabilitation; his enduring legacy and friendship continue to inspire the community.
Crispy Cones will open its new store today at 4100 Yellowstone Avenue as the Shark Tank success story from Rexburg adds its third Idaho location; the shop will feature signature pastry cone desserts and a free treat for Instagram followers — a highlight of a full day of festivities.
A Pocatello native and celebrity yoga instructor modeled Idaho-inspired couture at New York Fashion Week—echoing a famous Marilyn Monroe photo shoot from 1951 and highlighting her hometown roots.
Idaho State University raised $826,842 on Bengal Giving Day — uniting students and alumni in a strong show of community support.
The Marshall Public Library Seed Library opens to offer seeds for vegetable, herb, and flower planting starting Thursday, March 26.
The library will also host a gardening presentation — Seed Starting 101 — on Saturday, March 28 at 2 p.m.
District 25 trustees revised their budget Tuesday evening to account for a $1.3M revenue loss from declining enrollment; officials noted the delay in adopting a $1.2M math curriculum—internal enrollment dropped by 146 students as smaller family sizes impact numbers.
Bannock County's Mosquito Abatement District is hosting a contest to name its pesticide drone, which fights mosquitoes in hard-to-reach areas & helps prevent West Nile virus.
Residents can submit entries by Sunday, Mar. 22; bracket voting starts social media March 24 with the final round on April 6.
Fowler (Chuck) Humphrey was elected commander of American Legion Post 4 at a March 11 meeting in Pocatello, replacing Chip Wanglin after his three-year term.
The City invites community members to shape a new 10-year plan for the University area at an open house held Wednesday, Apr.
1 from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. at the Senior Activity Center (427 N. 6th Ave.).
State Representative Dustin Manwaring announced that the Millennium Fund Committee voted Monday night to allocate $10 million over this fiscal year and next for Medicaid mental health support services to restore the ACT team (Assertive Community Treatment program) and peer support services.
Bingo at the Senior Activity Center
1-3:30 p.m. — Senior Activity Center — Free entry — Enjoy a lively afternoon of bingo with fellow seniors in Pocatello.
Portneuf Valley Environmental Fair
11 AM - 3 PM — Lookout Point — Free entry — Celebrate Earth Day with the Idaho Conservation League and learn about local environmental efforts.
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