Good morning, Pocatello.

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).

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).

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.

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+).

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.