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Pocatello
Wednesday, October 29th, 2025
Good morning, Pocatello. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 29th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Hygge Place in downtown Pocatello at 201 North Main Street opened in December 2023 and now offers a cozy mix of books and thriving houseplants as a community hub. Owner Cammy Barrera created the space—blending a love of reading with Danish hygge—to host events such as Plant Bingo, book signings, and book club gatherings. East Idaho News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A local fire department responded to a shop building fire near Highway 39 in Rockford on Saturday at 4 p.m.-limited staffing meant only one firefighter was on engine duty until volunteer and off-duty crews joined to control the blaze in 30 minutes with minimal damage. KPVI
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Former Idaho Congressman Richard Stallings died unexpectedly Sunday afternoon at his home—he was 85 and had battled aggressive lymphoma for 14 years. His funeral will be held Monday at 11 a.m. at a local church. East Idaho News
- ➤ As the federal government shutdown continues, Idaho officials have not determined whether funds for the WIC program—which helps pregnant moms, new mothers, and parents of young children—will continue. Idaho State Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Pocatello-based Rise & Respond Foundation founder Samuel Ferrell launched a new suicide prevention program & educational fund after losing his childhood friend Scott Sabrosky, with part of the fund set aside for his daughter Rayne. The board met on Oct. 23 and approved opening the fund at Citizens Community Bank while planning an annual event to raise awareness. East Idaho News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Pocatello High School sophomore Madysen Torngren finished the season as the state saves leader with 293 saves—she made 21 key saves in a 2-0 win over Twin Falls during the tournament's opening round and earned high praise from coach Mark Wetstein. East Idaho News
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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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The Forgotten Carols Musical
7:30-9 p.m. — Pocatello High School — Cost varies — Experience a heartwarming Christmas musical filled with laughter and touching melodies.
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