Good Day
Pocatello
Thursday, April 16th, 2026
Good morning, Pocatello. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Sherlock, a lively 7-month-old husky mix, is seeking a forever home; residents can call Pocatello Animal Services at (208-234-6156) to schedule a visit. KPVI
- ➤ The 10th annual Shoshone Bannock Job and Resource Fair took place Tuesday in Fort Hall, where over 70 employers and nonprofits – including Idaho Power, Sho-Ban Hotel and Casino, and SEICAA – connected with community members for local job and service opportunities. KPVI
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ State Trailer RV and Outdoor Supply in Idaho Falls will host its 100th anniversary party on May 1 (8 a.m. to 7 p.m.). The event offers raffle prizes every 10 minutes and a free meal for the first 100 customers as it celebrates a century-long family legacy. East Idaho News
- ➤ Nikki and Frank Jorgenson, owners of Snake River Doodles, announced the business will soon leave Pocatello after more than 20 years of serving local families with animal care and community events — marking the end of a committed local presence. Idaho State Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Idaho State University will offer a new bachelor’s degree in artificial intelligence this fall; the program is a joint effort by the Mathematics and Statistics and Computer Science Departments (it includes two concentrations, one for theory and one for practical skills) as AI jobs are predicted to grow. East Idaho News
- ➤ PCSD 25 named Benjamin Cody as principal of Century High School, effective July 1 — he brings fourteen years of experience and lifelong community ties from Pocatello to continue the school's strong leadership. He succeeds retired principal Sheryl Brockett who served the school for many years. Pocatello-Chubbuck Observer
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ The Monarch building, a historic brick structure in downtown Pocatello, will be demolished this summer due to safety concerns after years of decay. The Pocatello Development Authority plans the removal to clear the way for new development. Local News 8
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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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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The price of freedom is eternal vigilance.
~ Thomas Jefferson
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