Good morning, Pocatello.

Compassion and Hope Pregnancy Center in Pocatello is hosting a diaper giveaway today for community members in need, offering free supplies at its center.

Cornelison Funeral Home celebrated its 110th anniversary yesterday with a ribbon cutting and open house hosted by the Pocatello-Chubbuck Chamber of Commerce.

The event showcased its long community ties and historical connection with local partners such as Idaho State University.

NAACP’s Pocatello branch will host its 6th annual Juneteenth Community event Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Senior Activity Center, featuring a picnic, music, booths, a raffle and the announcement of 2026 NAACP scholarships, with donation-based tickets at $25 for adults and $15 for children available locally.

Zuko and Sokka are 11-month-old puppies looking for a forever home — the mix includes Border Collie, Australian Shepherd, Bernese Mountain Dog and Poodle.

Interested adopters can call Pocatello Animal Services at 208-234-6156 to schedule a meeting.

Pocatello NAACP hosts its fourth Juneteenth celebration on June 20 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Senior Activity Center — featuring ethnic and traditional foods, music, raffles and a keynote by retired ISU administrator Dr. James H.

Yizar Jr. that honors freedom and community history.

Governor Little joined state, local, and federal partners on June 16 to spotlight enhanced wildfire preparedness from expanded forest management, improved detection cameras, and upgraded aviation support.

Officials stressed that preventing human-caused fire remains key as the season begins.

Bannock County in partnership with the Portneuf Valley Development Corporation (PVDC) and INL will host a public forum on advanced nuclear energy on Wednesday, July 8 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Marsh Valley High School in Arimo where experts will share survey findings and discuss SMRs, microreactors and local economic effects.

Idaho Power advises summer recreation enthusiasts to camp safely by using designated fire rings, fully extinguishing fires, borrowing life jackets at kiosks along the Snake River + checking water levels at boat ramps while avoiding swimming near dams and watching for utility crews on busy roads.

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.

Pocatello Fourth of July Fireworks

10 PM — Portneuf Wellness Complex — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with a spectacular fireworks display and community activities.

Southeast Idaho Senior Games

All day — Mountain View Event Center — Registration required — Compete in pickleball, chair volleyball, and basketball events designed for seniors.

Idaho International Choral Festival

Mass choir concert featuring 400 voices — July 15-18 — L.E. and Thelma E. Stephens Performing Arts Center — Celebrate 40 years of harmony with high school choirs and renowned musicians.