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Friday, July 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Pocatello. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The city of Pocatello announced that the Optimist Skate Park will open on July 25th at 12:15 p.m. at 972 North 7th Avenue—covering about 8000 square feet with ramps, stairs, ledges, rails and a bowl that is 41 feet long and six feet deep at one end. KPVI
- ➤ The Eastern Idaho State Fair named Gene and Marietta Womack as this year’s grand marshals—honoring their decades of work for the fair, fellow veterans and the City of Blackfoot. The couple will lead the parade in September. KPVI
- ➤ The Southeast Idaho Domestic and Sexual Violence Task Force held a fundraiser Thursday night at Goody’s Pub to support Family Services Alliance. Country singer Dawson Moon performed live + silent auctions, food, and music were offered to help victims of abuse and domestic violence + all funds will aid critical services. KPVI
- ➤ The Bannock County Veterans Memorial Association is asking for donations to fix flood damage to its nearly 100-year-old memorial built for local veterans. The group has raised $43,000 so far — it must raise another $100,000 by the end of August to qualify for a matching donation that will help cover a $325,000 repair bill from damage incurred in December 2024. Local News 8
- ➤ A local family that works with therapy animals is asking for help after a fire displaced them and many of their animals from their south home—neighbors are encouraged to lend support as they recover. Idaho State Journal
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Pocatello contractor Glendon Ashley Smith, 48, was charged with seven felony counts of grand theft after seven homeowners said he took over $64,000 from them—he also used the Smith Roofing trade name despite a court order banning its use. East Idaho News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Idaho State University and the College of Eastern Idaho announced a new partnership to boost student experience and expand learning access in Idaho Falls — Greater Eastern Idaho. The collaboration aims to address the state’s program shortage and offer more learning opportunities. Post Register
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Idaho Fish and Game will release nearly 10,000 catchable-sized rainbow trout at several locations in the Southeast Region during July. The schedule covers waters such as Crystal Springs Pond, Cub River, Kelly Park Pond, Mill Creek, Montpelier Creek, Montpelier Rearing Pond, and Pebble Creek—though dates may change due to weather or staffing constraints. Local News 8
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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.
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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.
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Breakthrough Basketball Camp
9 AM – 3 PM — Mountain View Event Center — Registration Required — Enhance your basketball skills at this intensive scoring camp.
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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.
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