Good morning, Pocatello.

KPVI reported that local businesses were featured at the Bannock County July 4th celebration that brought festive activities to the area— a sign of strong local participation.

Pocatello local group Gate City Singles, founded by Becky Koyle, offers weekly events for adults and families and has grown to over 600 members in four months.

A five-day singles retreat will take place in Lava Hot Springs July 10–14—additional family campouts are planned for later.

East Idaho experienced multiple wildfires in June that scorched thousands of acres—forcing evacuations and destroying homes.

With scorching summer temperatures and drought conditions persisting, residents brace for a severe wildfire season.

Suicide prevention advocate Melissa Schrade lost her daughter three years ago and is hosting a Shakespeare-inspired fundraiser called A Midsummer Night’s Revue to honor her memory and raise funds for Community Suicide Prevention.

The event will be held Friday, July 11 at 7 p.m. at the Leavitt Center—1030 East Sublette in Pocatello.

Tour de Small Towns Bike Ride

7 a.m. — Skyline Park — Registration fee required — Experience a scenic bike ride through Southeast Idaho's charming small towns with local highlights and post-ride festivities.

Hello Handmade Craft Show

10 AM - 5 PM — Museum of Clean — Free admission — Discover unique handmade crafts from local artists in this vibrant craft fair.

Breakthrough Basketball Camp

9 AM – 3 PM — Mountain View Event Center — Registration Required — Enhance your basketball skills at this intensive scoring camp.

Nathan Spenser Live at Off The Rails Brewing

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Off The Rails Brewing — All ages welcome — Enjoy a vibrant evening of live music on the patio with Nathan Spenser.