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Good morning, Pocatello. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 17th of August.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • A local woman in Pocatello, Idaho, is transforming the historic downtown pavilion into a learning center with drop-off daycare services.  KPVI
  • The Center Street underpass in Pocatello will reopen on August 18 after improvements, with more renovations planned for Spring 2025.  Pocatello-Chubbuck Observer
  • Portneuf Medical Center is hosting an indoor beach party-themed reunion for NICU graduates and their families on August 26.  KPVI
  • A local boy donates $12K from his first 4-H animal sale to support his best friend's battle with cancer.  Idaho State Journal
  • The Idaho Transportation Department commences a multiyear project on Monday to widen a segment of I-15 to three lanes, aimed at easing congestion between Northgate Pocatello and the Fort Hall interchange, with completion expected in 2027.  Local News 8

CULTURE NEWS

  • A Pocatello baker wins $100,000 in the Netflix show 'Blue Ribbon Baking Championship.'  Idaho State Journal

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 emphasizes the importance of daily attendance for academic success and community safety as the new school year begins.  Local News 8

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Governor Brad Little of Idaho emphasizes the critical role farmers play in addressing the state's underground water shortage, specifically the dwindling Eastern Snake Plain Aquifer, through self-driven solutions rather than government mandates.  Pocatello-Chubbuck Observer

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Bannock County is nearing the completion of its FY25 budget process, with a proposed tax increase and salary raises for employees, inviting public input at a hearing on August 27.  Pocatello-Chubbuck Observer

EVENTS

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  • SeptemBEAR Family Festival at Zoo Idaho

    Experience a fun-filled day with scavenger hunts, fall crafts, and activities for the whole family at Zoo Idaho's SeptemBEAR Family Fest.

    Sat, 9/7/24

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  • Grandparents' Day Special at Zoo Idaho

    Celebrate Grandparents' Day with a special admission discount for grandparents accompanied by a paid child at Zoo Idaho.

    Sun, 9/8/24

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  • Monthly Cooking Class: Prepare Nutritious Throw & Go Meals

    Learn to prepare delicious and nutritious meals in a fun and interactive monthly cooking class.

    Thu, 9/12/24

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  • Friday the 13th Scary Skate Night

    Experience a night of fun with a costume contest, skating, and games at Deleta Skating in Pocatello!

    Fri, 9/13/24

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  • Monthly Student Craft Night

    Experience a creative evening painting trinket dishes at the Pond Student Union Building.

    Sat, 9/14/24

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