Good morning, Pocatello.

The Pocatello Police Department honored 13 Citizen Police Academy graduates Tuesday at department headquarters after they completed over 25 hours of training (across 8 weeks), a program that builds community relationships, noted Police Chief Roger Schei.

Pocatello is inviting residents to donate small memorabilia that capture life in 2026 for its 50-year time capsule at City Hall.

The capsule will be sealed and displayed at Marshall Public Library on July 3 — where Mayor Blad will speak and Michael Steele will perform.

Portneuf Air Rescue will host the National EMS Memorial Service procession on its helipad at Portneuf Medical Center in Pocatello tomorrow at 3 p.m. — it honors 37 EMS professionals who died in the line of duty in 2025.

Poky Cars and Coffee Club hosts its weekly meet at the Wells Fargo and Key Bank parking lot on Yellowstone every Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to noon — families and car lovers gather to enjoy food trucks and a shared passion for vehicles.

Veteran tattoo artist Ben Bowlin opens Landmark Tattoo in historic downtown, where patrons will soon see artistic touches throughout the new parlor.

The business marks his over two decades of experience in the trade with a fresh take on local creative culture.

Local philosopher Spencer Case finished his new book on patriotism after grappling with the tough topic (showing his careful approach).

The work offers the community fresh ideas on what patriotism truly means.

The Bannock County 4-H program, with 250 kids enrolled, is growing fast as swine projects lead the way & extra pens are set up outside due to limited barn space.

Instructor Nikki Ennis says they are working to secure funding for a new barn to support the increase.

Highland High School students recently brought kindergartners’ imagined monsters to life as part of a teen living class project at Indian Hills Elementary.

The display offered a creative exchange of ideas among students.

Local custodian and Navy veteran Jason Johnson (39) died Tuesday morning at Pocatello High School after suffering an apparent heart attack, and emergency crews responded promptly with no further details provided.

Emergency crews responded to Pocatello High School yesterday morning after a 6:50 a.m. call about a medical situation, and officials confirmed that students, staff & the public are safe.

Century’s junior Tiden Lynn won the 5A boys’ singles state championship on June 2 at the Boise Racquet Club—defeating Hillcrest’s Tayson Nelson on match point to clinch his Player of the Year honors and secure the team title.

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.

Gift of Life Walk/Run 2026

8 AM – 2 PM — Portneuf Wellness Complex — Registration required — Celebrate life and honor donors in this spirited 5K Fun Run and mile walk.