Wednesday, August 28th, 2024
Good morning, Pocatello. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 28th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Pocatello to host its first open house for public input on the PROST Plan aimed at enhancing local parks and public spaces. Local News 8
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Jerame Dean Teel, a Pocatello business owner, died in a UTV crash, and his family is honoring him with a Celebration of Life Ceremony. Local News 8
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 21-year-old was arrested in Pocatello for shoplifting a cartload of household goods from Fred Meyer. Idaho State Journal
- ➤ A 38-year-old man in Pocatello was arrested for possessing over three ounces of marijuana after a traffic stop. Idaho State Journal
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Rick Phillips, public affairs manager at Simplot, is set to retire this Friday. Idaho State Journal
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Idaho Governor Brad Little commits $40 million to aid the Eastern Snake Plain Aquifer recharge, aiming to secure agricultural water sovereignty and foster long-term water management solutions. East Idaho News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Integrity Body Arts, a tattoo and piercing shop in Pocatello, prides itself on a decade of quality and cleanliness. Idaho State Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Larry Bell, the founding director of the Pocatello Marathon, is retiring, with his daughter set to succeed him after Saturday's races. Idaho State Journal
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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!
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Monthly Student Craft Night
Experience a creative evening painting trinket dishes at the Pond Student Union Building.
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Homecoming Chip Dip Competition
Experience a fun-filled evening as student clubs compete to create the best chip dip in a spirited Homecoming competition.
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DarknessCon: Snake River - A Three-Day Horror Celebration
Experience a thrilling three-day festival dedicated to Haunted Houses, Halloween, Horror, and Pop Culture at the Mountain View Event Center in Pocatello, Idaho.
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Yoga at the Port: Free Community Classes
Experience a free outdoor yoga session for all ages and abilities, followed by a stroll through health-related vendors at the Portneuf Health Trust Amphitheatre.
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Student Organizations Event Planning Workshop
Learn effective strategies for planning and implementing events tailored for student organizations and club leadership.
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Explore Your Inner Naturalist: A Lecture Honoring Edson Fichter
Experience a thought-provoking lecture that inspires you to begin your journey as a naturalist in your own backyard, reflecting the life work of Edson Fichter.
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