Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 3rd of October.
Good morning, Pocatello.
The Portneuf Valley Farmers Market’s 11th Harvest Festival takes place today at Lookout Point from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. It features an apple pie bake-off, live music, food trucks & local vendors, while Historic Downtown hosts the Great Pumpkin Fest with additional fall activities.
Idaho State University and city leaders signed the Bengal Community Partnership Agreement yesterday in council chambers to form a cabinet of university, staff, and community members who will meet quarterly to set priorities for local growth, safety, and development — a step to strengthen their long-standing college-town bond.
Local businesses including Nick's Fireplace Outfitters, Oak Mountain Dental, The Reel Theatre and Carpet Solutions are hosting a Trunk-or-Treat event on Oct.
29 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Oak Mountain Dental on Warren Ave (first 20 trick-or-treaters to visit Nick's booth will receive a Boo Basket with Reel Theatre tickets and extra goodies).
The Avenue Event Center at 711 S.
2nd Ave is relaunching with a new name and fresh paint. It begins with a haunted history tour today (tours also on Oct. 9-10, 16-17, and 23-24), then hosts a statewide pool tournament Nov. 3-8 and a Kids Entrepreneurial Market on Nov. 20.
An anonymous Secret Santa in eastern Idaho will give away $1 million in cash, cars, and gift cards to people who quietly help others — nominations are open until Dec.
15 via the online form.
Pocatello’s annual Haunted History Tours return today in Historic Downtown’s warehouse district.
Guests will explore four secret buildings with paranormal claims from 6 to 8 p.m. on Saturday and continue on Fridays until Oct. 24; tickets cost $30 and must be purchased in advance (minimum age 8).
Wyoming now requires drivers of large vehicles to self-certify their ability to navigate steep Teton Pass, and Idaho Transportation Department has added signs on State Highway 33 & at border junctions to help local drivers prepare for the new Safe Pass Program.
ImPressed Coffee Co. in Chubbuck celebrated five years of business with community events and fall flavors, offering a range of handcrafted espresso drinks and seasonal treats.
The locally owned shop welcomes guests on its inviting outdoor patio at 127 West Burnside Avenue.
The City Council approved the final plat for 110 residential lots at Northgate Ridge on Thursday, clearing the way for early construction and future economic growth.
Mayor Dahlquist and developer Hamlet Homes expect pre-construction meetings to set the stage for progress beginning in the spring (near Portneuf urgent care).
Highland High’s Rams won the Black and Blue Bowl 17-8 against the Thunder Friday night with a 90-yard kickoff return and three sacks, extending their winning streak to 16 games — they will face the Madison Bobcats next.
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