Good morning, Pocatello.

The City of Pocatello announced that a new Connections Credit Union clubhouse is planned for Riverside Golf Course at 3500 Bannock Highway under a 20-year agreement—design work is underway by Construction Services, Inc. and the nearly 80-year-old clubhouse will be taken down after the new building opens in 2026.

Connections Credit Union and the City of Pocatello have partnered on a 20-year agreement to build a new clubhouse at Riverside Golf Course—this modern facility will offer 3,300 square feet of main floor, a full basement for golf carts, patio seating and a golf simulator that will replace the 80-year-old barn. Construction Services, Inc. is designing the project and the clubhouse will open in 2026 with the old building demolished soon after.

The Portneuf Greenway Foundation said that Andrzej and Teresa Abraszewski donated $50,000 to build a new trail linking Simplot/Swanson and Abraszewski trails with Pacific Recycling Trailhead, Sacajawea Park and Historic Downtown in honor of their late son, Dr. Paul Abraszewski, who died in a kayaking accident. Officials said plans for groundbreaking and design details will be announced soon—community leaders praised the donation as a lasting tribute.

Joshua Adrian Martinez, 18, was charged with aggravated battery after a house party shooting in Chubbuck on Aug.

9 when he allegedly brandished his firearm and fled in a black truck — police recovered a Glock and ammunition from the scene — and he now faces up to 15 years in prison if convicted.

A Fort Hall man was arrested Monday night at a Motel 6 in Chubbuck after a standoff with police—he allegedly beat a woman who was treated at a hospital and now faces charges of felony domestic battery, resisting arrest, obstructing an investigation and failing to appear for a marijuana possession charge.

The City of Pocatello is hosting its annual Portneuf River Cleanup on Saturday, August 16 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Pacific Recycling Trailhead — volunteers will remove trash and invasive materials along the riverbank from Raymond Park to Simplot.

Pocatello will hold its general election in November to choose a mayor and council members for seats four, five and six.

The first day to file candidacy is August 18th at 8:00 a.m.—forms are available at City Hall with a filing deadline of August 29th at 5:00 p.m.

Today, the City of Pocatello said work on parks, trails and the Portneuf River will start over the next two years to improve access for swimmers and floaters—projects include a new river access point at the Greenway Trailhead this fall and levee work near Centennial/Rainey Park beginning in 2026. Other projects include extending a local trail along I-15, adding three restroom facilities and launching a Forest Service wildfire fuels reduction program to remove juniper trees from fire-prone lands.

Jake Owen Concert

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Shoshone-Bannock Casino Hotel — Cost varies — Enjoy a night of country music with hitmaker Jake Owen performing fan favorites.

Outdoor Art Show

10 AM – 3 PM — 515 Featherie Dr, Pocatello, ID — Free entry — Immerse yourself in a day of creativity and community with artist Linda Buchli.

Eastern Idaho State Fair

8 AM - 8 PM — Eastern Idaho State Fairgrounds — Various costs — Experience a lively mix of rodeos, concerts, and family fun at this classic country fair.

Nathan Spenser Live Music Event

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Off The Rails Brewing — All Ages Welcome — Enjoy live music on the patio with Nathan Spenser in scenic Pocatello.

SRD's Wild Reptile Adventure

3–6 p.m. — The Jungle ReTreat Ice Cream — Free entry — Explore and interact with reptiles and amphibians while learning fascinating facts about them.