Wednesday, November 5th, 2025
Good morning, Pocatello. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 5th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Pocatello Police Department is welcoming community donations for its annual turkey drive to help local families enjoy a warm Thanksgiving meal as funds will support the Idaho Foodbank. Community members can drop off frozen turkeys, canned goods, or monetary contributions at the police station until November 20—each gift making a difference. East Idaho News
- ➤ Law enforcement officers will don Santa hats and collect donations at Chubbuck Walmart on November 8 from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.—the fundraiser supports the Cops & Kids program that pairs children in need with officers for holiday shopping and festive activities. Pocatello-Chubbuck Observer
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Business Women of Pocatello will host their annual Mix & Mingle event tomorrow from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Purpose Center — the celebration will feature a silent auction, cocktail hour, dinner, and entertainment as they announce $15,000 in grants for local businesswomen and students studying business. KPVI
- ➤ After three years of work, high-tech entertainment center Extreme Rush in Pocatello will begin a phased opening next month as Gate City residents push for a Christmas launch & more local fun. Idaho State Journal
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Farmers in Idaho and across the U.S. are having a hard time staying in business due to high commodity prices — many are struggling financially, according to the Idaho Farm Bureau Federation. Post Register
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Pocatello Regional Transit has opened a public comment period—residents have until November 12 to share their ideas for a new bus transfer station at the old Albertson's site. The project aims to improve ADA access and reduce traffic, and its design and funding will be finalized after public feedback is received. East Idaho News
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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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Omaha Mavericks vs. Idaho State Bengals
11 AM — Recreation & Wellness at Reed Gym — Cost info unavailable — Watch an exciting women's basketball game as the Mavericks face the Bengals.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Thomas Jefferson
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