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Pocatello
Friday, April 17th, 2026
Good morning, Pocatello. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Portneuf Valley Farmers Market will open Saturday, May 2 at Lookout Point in Pocatello from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. until the end of October (manager Ellen Loomis announced new food trucks, entertainers, farmers, and crafters along with Jumbo's Express Cafe and Camille's Crepes for opening-day festivities). KPVI
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Barricade celebrated its expansion with a new stage and more options including live music, trivia, comedy events and retro games. The bar hosts live music by Cat Daddy at 7 pm today and will feature DJ Trivia on Monday, April 20 (highlighting its fresh schedule). KPVI
- ➤ Local industry leaders, city officials and community members attended a luncheon at Chubbuck City Hall on Thursday – welcoming SME Industries' new facility. The event marked a notable boost for local business growth and employment. Idaho State Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ SRD's Wild Reptile Adventure is hosting an adult prom on Saturday from 8:00 p.m. to midnight at the Elks Lodge in Pocatello. The event, themed 'Back to the 80s', offers live music, a DJ, dance floors and contests (tickets are $20 for singles and $30 for couples for ages 21+). KPVI
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Pocatello High School speech and debate team will screen the documentary *SPEAK* on April 22 at Idaho State University’s Bengal Theater to raise funds for its national tournament. The event offers a chance for community supporters to back local talent. Idaho State Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Pocatello announced that new pet licenses will be available exclusively at Animal Services (3100 Avenue of the Chiefs, Upper Ross Park) beginning May 1 at half price all month; 2025 licenses will expire June 1 and owners must license both cats and dogs. Pocatello-Chubbuck Observer
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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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