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Sunday, April 6th, 2025
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Good morning, Pocatello. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 6th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, over 700 local residents gathered outside the Bannock County Courthouse to protest in the name of democracy and anti-authoritarianism—one of the largest protests in the city's history. Idaho State Journal
- ➤ The Museum of Clean hosted Family Fun Day on Saturday — a free event with games, snacks and family resources — to raise awareness for Child Abuse Prevention Month. Bannock County Commissioner Jeff Hough and Mayor Brian Blad said local officials support efforts to prevent child abuse. KPVI
- ➤ Zoo Idaho opened on Saturday, April 5 and welcomed visitors to view native species rescued for conservation in the Intermountain West. The zoo operated on weekends in April and will run weekday hours starting May 1 with admission at $5 for kids under 11 and $7 for adults with discounts for local students, seniors, military members, and groups. Pocatello-Chubbuck Observer
- ➤ Hundreds of Pocatello residents marched to the Bannock County Courthouse to express their concerns over government power and the influence of the rich—attendees from all political views called for increased investments in education and national parks to help secure a better future. Local News 8
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Police shot a knife-wielding suspect near downtown Pocatello on Saturday—authorities said officers responded to a disturbance. Idaho State Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Advantage Plus Federal Credit Union sponsored the installation of new scoreboards in the gyms at Franklin, Hawthorne, Irving, and Alameda Middle Schools in District 25 to support school and community programs. The donation strengthened a longstanding partnership that benefits student-athletes, coaches, and families—expanding local sports and recreation opportunities. Pocatello-Chubbuck Observer
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Pocatello will hold several meetings from April 7 to April 11, with no meetings scheduled on Monday or Friday. Key events include a Tuesday site plan review at 1:30 p.m. (Iwamizawa Conference Room) and a sister cities foundation meeting at 5:15 p.m., planning and zoning sessions with a golf advisory meeting at 1:00 p.m. (144 Wilson Avenue) on Wednesday, and a city council work session at 9:00 a.m. with a hearing examiner session at 5:30 p.m. in Council Chambers on Thursday. Pocatello-Chubbuck Observer
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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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