Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 23rd of October.
Good morning, Pocatello.
🏘️ Community
Family and friends in Pocatello are mourning Elisabeth 'Lis' Barlow, a 42-year-old mother who died on Oct 19 from a blood clot after surgery for her breast cancer treatment.
Her husband Ray and their five children—facing financial challenges—will hold a funeral service on Saturday.
💼 Business
Lamb Weston in American Falls will hire over 100 new employees at $18 an hour or higher to fill operator, technician and full-time roles at its production facility.
The company will host a hiring fair today at the Mountain View Event Center in Pocatello from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.—job offers and on-the-spot interviews will be available.
🌲 Environment
Seventy goats are grazing at Century Heights Preserve this week to clear invasive cheatgrass and protect local wildlife.
The project is a collaboration between Idaho Goat Grazers and Sagebrush Steppe Land Trust—after a successful spring trial, they will make it a regular, seasonal effort.
🏈 Sports
Idaho Fish and Game’s Maiden Hunt Series follows five new hunters paired with experienced mentors who guide them through early morning hikes and mental preparation for hunting.
The five-part series captures their progress and real feelings about the outdoors — showing that the journey of learning to hunt is about much more than the harvest.
Idaho State University's homecoming week is underway as students, alumni and community members gather for events including a parade, bonfire and football game on campus and downtown.
The celebrations honor Bengal traditions and boost team spirit as festivities continue throughout the week.
🎉 Pocatello Events
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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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