Good morning, Pocatello.

Spring Fair 2025 is underway at the ICCU Dome on Idaho State University's campus, with over 200 vendors offering home, kitchen, and garden products plus local remodeling services.

Thousands of visitors attend the event — which concludes today.

The Pocatello Chamber hosted its fifth annual bowling fundraiser on Friday at Tough Guy Lanes to raise money for the Young Professionals program that teaches job skills and builds a social network.

Board member Rachael Daniels said the program helps young workers start or change careers and stay in Pocatello—keeping the community strong.

Bannock County Coroner Torey Danner identified motorcyclist Ethan Luke Wright (24) as having died in a fiery crash with a compact SUV on Wednesday at around 9:37 p.m. on Yellowstone Avenue; his next of kin were notified while police continue to investigate and an 18-year-old pregnant passenger was taken to Portneuf Medical Center.

After nearly nine hours of jury deliberation, Todd Vernon Brewer, 45, was found guilty on two counts of aggravated battery & two counts of aggravated assault for exchanging gunfire with police officers on May 5, and his sentencing hearing is scheduled for June 12.

The Pocatello Fire Department will conduct a Burn and Learn training exercise on March 31 and April 1 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 3534 Jason Avenue where flames and smoke will be visible from a vacant house—motorists are urged to keep a safe distance.

Bannock County Commissioners unanimously upheld the Planning Council decision to deny a conditional use permit for a gravel pit on March 28—Commissioners said due diligence had been done and the applicant may continue its appeal process.

State Senator James Ruchti voted for a proposed bill that would allow the death penalty for those convicted of sexually abusing children under 12, though he said he felt conflicted about it—he noted that debate focused more on expanding the death penalty than on the specific crimes. The bill will now go to the governor's desk for further consideration.

Southeastern Idaho Public Health will lose about $50,000 from its fiscal 2025 budget due to federal grant cancellations, and this cut is already affecting local infectious disease monitoring and vaccination programs.

The funding loss may soon impact other services such as clean water monitoring, mental health care, and clinical support for low-income residents—if further cuts happen.

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.

Eastern Idaho NRL 22 — Dope Precision Rimfire Match

8 AM - 2 PM — Oregon Trail Shooting Range — $25 entry fee plus range fee — Compete in a monthly rimfire match with a focus on precision shooting.

Portneuf Valley Environmental Fair

11 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Lookout Point — Free entry — Celebrate environmental awareness with local conservation efforts and community activities.