Good morning, Pocatello.

AAA Idaho projects a record 45 million Americans will travel 50+ miles for Memorial Day, including 268,000 from Idaho; busy roads are expected Thursday and Friday afternoons and Monday returns, with rising gas and airfare prices and reminders for drivers to inspect their vehicles for safety.

Governor and the director of the Idaho Department of Water Resources approved an emergency drought declaration for all 44 counties on April 13 — residents in Pocatello are advised to monitor local water usage amid challenging conditions.

The city’s Road Construction report outlines ongoing street sweeping, pothole patching, sewer mainline cleaning and water main replacement on Westello Blvd from 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday to Thursday over the next 2–3 weeks, plus targeted closures on Miller, Lewis, and South Garfield for contractor work and community events.

Bannock County HR posted several job openings in Pocatello, including roles for a seasonal laborer, appraisal data analyst, deputy prosecutor, assistant parks coordinator, maintenance technician, accounts payable technician, facilities assistant, and shop supervisor.

The listings went live Friday, May 8 (details are available online).

Local supporters are rallying around baby Auzzy as the Price family prepares for life saving surgeries and faces steep medical costs in Pocatello.

Fundraisers are planned to help cover the million dollar bills.

Bannock County PRCA Rodeo

7 PM — Bannock County Events Complex — Tickets start at $107 — Experience thrilling rodeo action at the Bannock County Fair.

Idaho Prep Basketball Pocatello Tournament

4 AM – 4 AM — Mountain View Event Center — Free entry — Competitive youth basketball action for boys and girls in Pocatello.

Nathan Spenser Live at Off The Rails Brewing

6-9 p.m. — Off The Rails Brewing — All Ages Welcome — Enjoy dinner and live music on the patio with Nathan Spenser.