Good Day
Pocatello
Sunday, April 5th, 2026
Good morning, Pocatello. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 5th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today’s Parks and Rec newsletter reports Zoo Idaho opened on Saturday, April 4, and registration is open for the Fun Run and Midweek Race Series. The Hiring Fair is on Friday, April 10 at Public Works Annex (2405 Garrett Way) and the Environmental Fair is on Saturday, April 18. Pocatello-Chubbuck Observer
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Dozens of vehicles lined the parking lot outside Frazier Hall as Tau Kappa Epsilon organized a car show at Idaho State University to support St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. The event brought together students & community members to celebrate car culture and raise awareness. Local News 8
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Household Hazardous Waste Days took place at the Fort Hall Mine Landfill on Saturday, Apr. 4 to protect our drinking water by disposing of chemicals plus the event is scheduled monthly from April to October except in July, with Free Days slated for May 16, July 18, and Oct. 17. East Idaho News
- ➤ Controlled hunt applications for moose, bighorn sheep, and mountain goat open April 1 through April 30; licensed hunters must pay nonrefundable fees with resident and nonresident rates and can apply online or at Fish and Game offices (including vendors) with drawing results online in early June. Pocatello-Chubbuck Observer
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Brad Little said Idaho submitted its response to the DOE’s request for information on hosting a Nuclear Lifecycle Innovation Campus last week. The proposal, backed by industry and local leaders (including the Advanced Nuclear Energy Task Force), aims to boost clean energy and strengthen Idaho’s nuclear leadership. Pocatello-Chubbuck Observer
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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.
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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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RizeCon 2026: Elevate Your Business Experience
8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. — Shoshone-Bannock Casino Hotel — Registration required — A two-day growth experience for ambitious leaders to transform their business skills and network.
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Nathan Pacheco Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — L.E. and Thelma E. Stephens Performing Arts Center — Cost TBD — Experience an evening of musical celebration with beloved artist Nathan Pacheco on his Emmanuel Spring Tour.
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First Friday Art Walk with Paige Weber
5-6 p.m. — Gallows Frames & Gifts — Free entry — Experience wildlife artistry by local painter Paige Weber in the heart of Pocatello.
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