Good morning, Pocatello.

Firefighters are battling a blaze near the intersection of Hawthorne Road and Lodge Road on Fort Hall Reservation as the fire has destroyed multiple structures — police have closed the road and redirected traffic along Lodge Road while the team contains the flames.

Friday a fast-moving wildfire on the Fort Hall Reservation destroyed 50 vehicles, two mobile homes, two pole barns and 20 pieces of farm equipment along Hawthorne Road before firefighters, aided by local and neighboring departments, got the blaze controlled by 7:30 p.m., forcing temporary evacuations as Hawthorne Road closed.

A fast-moving wildfire destroyed 50 vehicles, structures, and farm equipment on Fort Hall Reservation Friday before firefighters gained an upper hand + firefighters worked swiftly to contain the flames.

The $40 million tech hub, launched on July 20, is developing workforce training and supply chain links for small modular reactor technology at the College of Eastern Idaho's Battelle Energy Alliance Future Tech Building, plus expanding regional economic ties across Idaho and Wyoming.

On Aug. 20, Pocatello PD shared 10 days of back-to-school safety tips for students, urging them to listen to staff, walk in hallways, use technology responsibly, and report concerns to trusted adults for a secure school environment.

Idaho State University will host its Welcome Back Orange and Black celebration from 4 to 7 p.m. on Aug.

24 at Lookout Point, featuring giveaways, food trucks, a charity rock–paper–scissors competition, and a vintage downtown trolley shuttle to boost freshmen engagement. The event offers fun and community benefits.

Idaho State Police are hosting a hiring open house today from 10 a.m. + noon at their District 5 office at 5255 S.

5th Ave in Pocatello. Prospective troopers can learn about the application process, testing standards, and academy training as ISP personnel answer questions.

Idaho State University’s ICCU Dome is adding a new patio area behind a relocated ticket booth that lets fans exit and re-enter the arena and enjoy extra concession options.

The project boosts security and will debut on game day, Aug. 29.

Highland's Rams lost 33-28 to the Eagle Mustangs on Friday night during their season opener at school.

Coach Nick Sorrell said the team fought back from a 12-point deficit but made key mistakes — the tough game gave them lessons for the coming conference season.