Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 17th of August.
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🏘️ Community
A local woman in Pocatello, Idaho, is transforming the historic downtown pavilion into a learning center with drop-off daycare services.
The Center Street underpass in Pocatello will reopen on August 18 after improvements, with more renovations planned for Spring 2025.
Portneuf Medical Center is hosting an indoor beach party-themed reunion for NICU graduates and their families on August 26.
A local boy donates $12K from his first 4-H animal sale to support his best friend's battle with cancer.
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.
🎭 Culture
A Pocatello baker wins $100,000 in the Netflix show 'Blue Ribbon Baking Championship.'
🎓 Education
Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 emphasizes the importance of daily attendance for academic success and community safety as the new school year begins.
🌲 Environment
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.
🏛️ Government
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 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.
Grandparents' Day Special at Zoo Idaho
Celebrate Grandparents' Day with a special admission discount for grandparents accompanied by a paid child at Zoo Idaho.
Monthly Cooking Class: Prepare Nutritious Throw & Go Meals
Learn to prepare delicious and nutritious meals in a fun and interactive monthly cooking class.
Friday the 13th Scary Skate Night
Experience a night of fun with a costume contest, skating, and games at Deleta Skating in Pocatello!
Monthly Student Craft Night
Experience a creative evening painting trinket dishes at the Pond Student Union Building.
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