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Thursday, May 15th, 2025
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Good morning, Pocatello. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday morning, Phil Meador Subaru donated $16,500 to Bannock Humane Society as part of its Share the Love program—this donation will fund spay and neuter services and help purchase special kitten food for fosters. KPVI
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ University of Utah Police solved the decades-long missing person case of Douglas Brick — a Pocatello man who left his dorm in 1973 and whose skull fragments were found near campus. The lab confirmed the DNA match and police told his family while planning to return to the area for more evidence as the weather warms. Local News 8
- ➤ University of Utah Police confirmed that skull fragments found in the foothills belong to Pocatello native Douglas Brick, who disappeared on Oct. 12, 1973, after leaving his dorm; an out-of-state lab tested the remains and matched his DNA. Authorities have revisited the cold case and plan to search the area again in warm weather — the family has requested privacy during this time. East Idaho News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Lava Elementary School in Lava Hot Springs will host a farewell event on May 22 to honor its dedicated staff and alumni—marking its transition as charter conversion approaches—while community members recall the school’s legacy. Idaho State Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ South Bannock Library District is asking voters on Tuesday to support a permanent override levy that will raise its base budget from $423,995 to $523,995 to maintain staffing, programs and operations across its libraries and Bookmobile—if the measure does not get the needed 55% vote, the district may cut hours or programming. This is the first permanent funding increase request in 20 years and follows last year’s plant facilities levy that helped build the new Inkom Library. East Idaho News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Pocatello Animal Services will host a low-cost rabies clinic on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at 3100 Avenues of the Chiefs, where vaccines cost 10 (cash and checks only) and pet owners must bring a recent rabies record (please arrive early). KPVI
WELLNESS NEWS
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Winnie the Pooh Kids
7 PM - 7:30 PM — The Palace Theatre — Check venue for ticket prices — Follow Winnie the Pooh and friends as they embark on a honey-filled adventure to rescue Christopher Robin.
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Finding Nemo JR.
7 PM — The Palace Theatre — Check the website for ticket pricing — Dive into an enchanting musical adventure with Marlin and Nemo as they explore the wonders of the ocean.
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Special YSA Sacrament Meeting
10-11 a.m. — Pocatello YSA Stake Building — Free entry — Participate in a special Sacrament Service for the entire YSA Stake community.
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Scout Mountain Ultras
6 p.m. – 5:59 a.m. — Pocatello, ID — Registration fee required — Celebrate trail running with a community-focused environment dedicated to inclusivity and sustainability.
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PGC Basketball Camp
9 AM – 4 PM — Mountain View Event Center — Check the website for pricing — Enhance your basketball skills with expert coaching and leadership training.
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Poky Paddle Portneuf River Float
5-9 p.m. — Centennial Park — Enjoy food trucks and live entertainment while floating the beautiful Portneuf River.
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