Good Day
Pocatello
Thursday, April 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Pocatello. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 3rd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store & Food Pantry will launch its monthly 'I Love ISU Day' sale on April 19, offering half off on all items every third Saturday to ISU students and staff with valid IDs. Local News 8
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Idaho State Police investigated a crash on April 2nd at 6:48 p.m. on W. Chubbuck Road when a 2002 Harley Davidson hit a 2013 Infiniti QX56 that was stopped after its 53-year-old driver did not yield— the 20-year-old motorcyclist from Pocatello was taken to a local hospital. Pocatello-Chubbuck Observer
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The updated Medical Freedom Act bill, HB 472, passed the Idaho House yesterday on a vote of 46 Aye, 21 Nay and 3 absent—its revised version will move to the Senate after the governor vetoed a similar measure over the weekend. Pocatello-Chubbuck Observer
- ➤ Governor Brad Little signed House Bill 380 last week and later expanded his statement on strengthening penalties for convicted pedophiles charged with aggravated lewd conduct with children 12 and younger, noting that Idaho now uses death by firing squad as its primary method of execution—an action that reinforces the state's tough on crime policy. Pocatello-Chubbuck Observer
- ➤ U.S. Senators Jim Risch from Idaho and Jeff Merkley from Oregon introduced a bipartisan bill on April 1 to lower the federal cost-sharing requirement for Youth Corps public lands projects from 25% to 10%—joined by Senators Mike Crapo and Catherine Cortez Masto. The senators said the change will expand service opportunities and build job skills for future resource managers. Pocatello-Chubbuck Observer
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Standout guard Dylan Darling announced on Tuesday he will return to Idaho State for his junior season in Pocatello. He averaged 19.8 points, 5.7 assists and 1.7 steals last season—strengthening the Bengals as he prepares for another season. East Idaho News
- ➤ A Fort Hall youth football team launched a crowdfunding drive on April 2 to replace worn and broken equipment that led to seven concussions over the past two seasons—coach Jeffrey Gallardo said he hopes to raise about $20,000 so team fees remain low. East Idaho News
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Portneuf Valley Environmental Fair
11 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Lookout Point — Free entry — Celebrate environmental awareness with local conservation efforts and community activities.
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Vintage Market Days of Eastern Idaho
All day — Eastern Idaho State Fair — Check the event website for admission costs — Explore a curated market filled with vintage treasures, handmade goods, and gourmet eats.
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2025 Idaho Gives Finale
5-8 p.m. — Elks Lodge — Donations encouraged — Celebrate animal welfare with refreshments, auctions, and support for spay and neuter services.
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