Good Day
Pocatello
Friday, June 6th, 2025
Good morning, Pocatello. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Ross Park Aquatic Complex opened on May 24 with a new look that includes a fresh coat of paint on the main office, kiddie pool, and railings—updated flooring in the dressing rooms prepares the facility for a busy summer. Local News 8
- ➤ The City of Pocatello teamed with U.S. Senator Jim Risch + the Idaho Department of Commerce to relaunch the sixth annual Support Local Gems Initiative today. Residents are encouraged to support local businesses by shopping, dining, buying gift cards or leaving positive reviews. KPVI
- ➤ The Portneuf District Library is featuring a collection of cake pans and cookie cutters available for two-week checkout through June — the program helps residents try new hobbies without a large expense. Local News 8
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Cassia Myers said that three local bystanders rescued her from a sinking car in the Chubbuck canal late Tuesday morning—preventing further injury. Idaho State Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Idaho Museum of Natural History and the Idaho State University campus have been chosen to receive a moon tree from NASA — officials say the tree will be part of upcoming exhibits and research programs with details to be announced soon. Post Register
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Dakota Bates was sworn in as a city council member tonight after being chosen by Mayor Brian Blad+ from 17 other applicants to fill the vote left open when Councilman Josh Mansfield resigned in May. Bates will serve the unexpired term until December. Local News 8
- ➤ Today the Idaho Transportation Department warned that text messages claiming to speed up REAL IDs are scams and that REAL IDs can only be obtained at DMV offices — the department said scammers are trying to steal personal information — and told residents not to click any links. Local News 8
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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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Go Skate Day Community Event
4-7 p.m. — Ross Park — Free entry — Celebrate Go Skateboarding Day with skating tricks and community vibes.
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Breakthrough Basketball Camp
9 AM – 3 PM — Mountain View Event Center — Registration Required — Enhance your ball-handling skills at this exciting basketball camp.
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Gift of Life Walk/Run
9-11 a.m. — Portneuf Wellness Complex — Registration fee applies — Celebrate eye, organ, and tissue donors while enjoying a fun run and walk event.
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Pocatello 4th of July Parade
9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Historic Downtown Pocatello — Free entry — Celebrate America with a festive parade along Main Street in Pocatello.
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