Good morning, Pocatello.

Pope Francis died Monday morning at 7:35 a.m. CET after battling a double pneumonia infection and a stroke that led to heart failure, officials said—Idaho Catholics and state leaders, including Gov. Brad Little, marked his legacy with memorial masses and a half-mast flag order.

AAA reported that gas prices in Idaho dropped to an average of $3.31 per gallon on Monday—two cents less than last week and 61 cents lower than a year ago.

Experts said that if crude oil stays below $70 this week, pump prices may slide further.

UI Extension 4-H Bannock County is seeking teen camp counselors for a summer camp scheduled for June 11–13, and interested teens must submit applications by April 25 to learn leadership skills and support youth with campfires and hiking.

Scholarship opportunities are available for those who qualify.

The Idaho Transportation Department reminds Pocatello drivers to drive carefully in work zones during Work Zone Safety Awareness week — from April 21 to 25 — as crews work on road improvements, with data showing over 3,400 crashes in work zones from 2019 to 2023.

The Idaho Transportation Department is promoting Work Zone Safety Awareness Week, which runs April 21—25, as rising temperatures lead to more road construction in Pocatello.

State officials note that over 3,400 work zone crashes occurred between 2019 and 2023 and urge drivers to slow down and watch for signs to protect all road users.

Idaho residents must secure REAL ID before May 7 to fly commercially or access federal facilities.

A star card—an Idaho driver’s license with a star—requires extra documents to verify identity and residency but costs the same as a regular license, while a license without a star remains valid for driving, renting vehicles, buying alcohol, or entering casinos.

Bannock County is hiring for several positions in Pocatello with wages ranging from $14.01 per hour to nearly $86,700 per year (job postings date from January to April).

Bannock County Commissioners will trade forensic pathology inventory to Ada County & receive updates on ARPA and PILT funds during their meeting today.

The agenda also lists several additional action items.

Portneuf Valley Environmental Fair

11 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Lookout Point — Free entry — Celebrate environmental awareness with local conservation efforts and community activities.

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.

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.

Mother's Day at the Zoo

All day — Zoo Idaho — 50% off admission for mothers with a paid child — Celebrate Mother's Day by visiting the zoo and seeing the springtime baby animals.