Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 1st of November.
Good morning, Pocatello.
AMVETS of Pocatello hosts its 1st Saturday of the Month Pancake Breakfast today from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Bannock County Veterans Memorial Building at 300 N.
Johnson Avenue—the meal costs $12 and includes pancakes, eggs, bacon, hashbrowns, two kinds of sausage, biscuits and gravy, coffee and orange juice with free meals for first responders in uniform and children 5 and under.
After a major crash last night closed the Riverton Road Bridge on I-15 and forced traffic onto U.S. Highway 91 between Exit 89 and Exit 93, ITD crews shored up the bridge so drivers could use one lane in each direction today—though delays and reduced speeds will remain until full repairs begin early next week.
The Kauai Ohana Grill food truck serves authentic Hawaiian comfort food near Office Max on Yellowstone as owner Mark Cruse uses cherished family recipes to bring a taste of his native Kauai to Pocatello.
The truck is open Monday through Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.—a local favorite that offers a warm slice of island life.
Idaho State University welcomed its largest incoming class of first-time undergraduate students in 13 years this fall — marking the biggest enrollment surge since 2012 — in Pocatello.
On Oct. 30, former Boise Police Chief Mike Masterson, spokesperson for Retired Public Employees of Idaho, held a news conference at the State Capitol and said that pension increases have lagged behind rising inflation—an 8% boost compared to more than 22% inflation—and called for restoring cost-of-living adjustments. The group also urged the Legislature to add a retired employee to the pension board to strengthen the system.
The Idaho Department of Insurance issued a cease and desist order to UnitedHealthcare after finding in September that the company limited access to Medicare Advantage plans by restricting the online applications required for access—its actions also included overstating expenses and withholding agent commissions under state law. UnitedHealthcare may file a motion for reconsideration or request a hearing within two weeks.
The undefeated Century Diamondbacks overcame a 14-0 start to score 28 unanswered points and beat the Columbia Wildcats 49-21 in a state playoff game.
Juniors Justus Mangum and Tito Villano ran for 301 yards—prompting coach Ryan Fleischmann to praise the offense and defense—while the team prepares for its next challenge.
Pocatello's Bulldogs bodybuilding team performed well at the Idaho Cup in Boise as several members ranked among the best in state — their strong showing could boost the team's momentum for future events.
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.
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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