Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 24th of August.
Good morning, Pocatello.
🌲 Environment
Idaho Fish and Game is monitoring wildfire activity that may cause temporary closures on hunting lands.
Hunters should check updates and consider alternative areas or wait until later in the season if their planned territory is affected — options vary by location.
🏛️ Government
Bannock County officials are forming a work group — using experts and local staff — to draft model rules for AI data centers as Lex Developments’ River Parkway proposal remains under appeal.
Pocatello City Council will address the issue in a hearing set for September, with outcomes expected to shape future permits.
On Aug. 22, Pocatello PD launched a 10-day back-to-school safety campaign that urged drivers to put phones down and focus on busy roads filled with buses, parents, and students.
The campaign reminds everyone that one moment of distraction can change a life.
🏈 Sports
Dave Kragthorpe (the coach behind Idaho State’s 1981 national title) died Sunday morning at 93 in Montgomery, Texas.
He was remembered for reviving the Bengal program and for his kindness to local players and fans, leaving a lasting legacy in our community.
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