Good morning, Pocatello.

Chubbuck will host its 'Movie in the Park' event Friday at dusk at Stuart Park, featuring the film 'GOAT.' Attendees should bring chairs and blankets and note that children must be with an adult, with a rescheduled screening planned if weather delays occur.

A local group from Poky Cars and Coffee Club, including art teacher Kristie Kunz, painted rocks for veterans.

They handed out about 30 painted rocks at a car show and extra rocks with a special card at the July 4 parade in Historic Downtown.

Local visitors can explore the restored Fort Hall Replica and Pocatello Junction in upper Ross Park to learn about pioneer and railroad history.

Completed before the May 30 opening, the project cost $39,574 for updates + volunteer contributions, and experts encourage residents to visit the Bannock County Historical Complex.

Bravo 6 Flight Academy opened at Pocatello Regional Airport to offer local residents a career path in aviation, starting with private pilot training + plans to add multi-engine training by 2027 and a partnership with Idaho State University for an aviation degree.

Pocatello-Chubbuck School District 25 announced Chance Loynd as the new assistant principal and athletic director at Alameda Middle School.

He brings six years of education experience—coaching and teaching—after earning degrees from Campbellsville University as he replaces Molly Johnson.

Southeastern Idaho residents can learn about nuclear energy today from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Marsh Valley High School as county officials and partners from Portneuf Valley Development + Idaho National Laboratory explain how power from nuclear energy may help meet rising demand.

The Shoshone-Bannock Tribes reaffirmed their opposition to a proposed AI data center in Pocatello after reviewing public records, project materials, and testimony (from the May 14 Conditional Use Permit hearing).

In April, Idaho introduced a new SNAP work requirement that mandates recipients work or volunteer (80 hours monthly) to keep benefits beyond three months.

The rule may affect veterans, people experiencing homelessness, parents of teens, and young adults aging out of foster care, though officials noted no unusual eligibility changes.

Multiple cooling shelters open across Pocatello to help residents beat heat set to near 100 degrees this weekend and into next week after a July 7 advisory.

Sites include City Hall (weekdays 7 a.m.–8 p.m.), Marshall Public Library, Pocatello Animal Services, an Episcopal Church, and Christensen Court Community Room.

Idaho Downwinders held eight workshops to help residents file RECA claims and will host additional stops in Grangeville, Lewiston, Moscow and Coeur d’Alene mid-July.

The initiative, led by Tona Henderson, has reached nearly 2,600 people and aims to reduce a backlog of pending claims.

The 2026 Southeast Idaho Senior Games begin tomorrow and run through July 18 with about 500 seniors competing in track and field, horseshoes, swimming and more, according to Director Dana Olsen.

Registration is closed for this year's games, but those interested in next year's events may call (208) 233-2034.

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.

Papa Roach Concert

7:00 – 8:30 PM — Portneuf Health Trust Amphitheatre — Tickets on sale now — Catch the nu metal legends live with hits from their latest album and classics.