Good Day
Pocatello
Sunday, October 19th, 2025
Good morning, Pocatello. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 19th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, an estimated 2,000 people gathered at Caldwell Park for the 'No Kings' rally—possibly the largest protest in Pocatello history. Idaho State Journal
- ➤ Photos show a 'No Kings' protest in Pocatello where demonstrators gathered to share their concerns. No official comment has been given about the event. Idaho State Journal
- ➤ The 28th annual Southeast Idaho Homeless Stand Down took place early Saturday at Pocatello High School—providing free haircuts, health care, hygiene kits, blankets, and sleeping bags along with long-term help such as housing access, warming shelter, job assistance, and veteran support. Volunteer coordinators noted that the event addressed a growing need in the community. KPVI
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ City Hall is still accepting nominations for the Golden Pumpkin Award contest that celebrates creative Halloween yard decor in Pocatello. The contest—launched by the Pocatello Arts Council—requires nominees to include the home address and a brief explanation, with entries closing on Oct 20 and winners announced on Oct 23 on the city's Facebook page. Pocatello-Chubbuck Observer
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Pocatello will hold a ribbon cutting at 5:15 p.m. Monday, October 20 at 3034 Garrett Way to open its renovated Recycling Services Facility—upgrades include new interior work and a better drop-off area—and the project, acquired from Western Recycling in August, was partly funded by the U.S. Department of Energy. Pocatello-Chubbuck Observer
- ➤ Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson warned that a government shutdown resulted in thousands of furloughs for federal workers and contractors—halting services such as housing vouchers for homeless veterans, SBA loans and national parks. He noted the shutdown has affected 14,000 workers, 134,000 SNAP enrollees and 1,900 seniors. Pocatello-Chubbuck Observer
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Idaho State BJJ Championship 2025
9 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Century High School — Entry fees applicable — Compete in Kids and Adult BJJ divisions with GI and NOGI formats.
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Red Hat Enterprise Linux Systems Admin I Training
Nov 3-7 — HansenAthletics — $2250 — Comprehensive training for aspiring Linux system administrators focusing on essential tools and techniques.
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Westminster Griffins vs. Idaho State Bengals Women’s Basketball
11 a.m. — Recreation & Wellness at Reed Gym — Check for ticket availability — Catch the action as the Griffins take on the Bengals in an exciting women's college basketball matchup.
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Vienna Boys Choir Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — L.E. and Thelma E. Stephens Performing Arts Center — Tickets required — Experience the enchanting harmonies of one of the world's most renowned choirs.
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Object-Oriented Programming in C# Rev. 6.1 Class
Mon-Fri, Nov 17-21 — HansenAthletics — $2250 — Enhance your coding skills with this comprehensive C# programming training class.
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