Good morning, Pocatello.

Two parents in Pocatello organized a pet supplies donation drive to honor their late daughter Kamari Alvarez, gathering items for six local animal welfare organizations and delivering the donations yesterday with staff from Enhabit Home Health & Hospice.

The drive, held before what would have been her fourth birthday, marks a heartfelt tribute to a child who loved animals—uniting the community in support of local shelters.

Yesterday at the Bannock County Veterans Memorial Building, veterans and volunteers were honored at a Veterans Day ceremony where Chaplain Charles 'Chuck' Humphrey led a prayer and Officer Jordan Johnson discussed the meaning of service.

Three local women were given the Spirit of Freedom Award for their work with veterans—Eva Ackerman, Cheri Honas, and Lynn Leggat—while attendees enjoyed a community lunch provided by Happy to Help of Pocatello.

ISU's Festival of Trees has planned a TUBACHRISTMAS event — hundreds of tuba players around the world will join next week to honor a legendary musician born on Christmas Day — and Pocatello will add its local celebration to the global tribute.

A ribbon cutting will be held for a new Youth Development Center in Bannock County on Wednesday November 19 at 3 p.m. on 10588 Fairground Road in Pocatello to open a program that will support at-risk teenagers with classroom education and extracurricular programs (vocational training and service-learning projects).

Idaho State University welcomed its largest incoming classes since 2023 as the housing department struggles with full occupancy and slow improvements in older complexes.

The university will send proposals in the spring for a new apartment complex by 2028 or 2029—while tenants in older units like Pulling Courts noted a $170 rent increase without major upgrades.

The City of Pocatello worked with partners to compile a list of local facilities and services for people affected by the ongoing federal government shutdown—such as those without pay or SNAP benefits.

The list is available on the city website and will remain accessible even after the government reopens.

Abracadabra’s celebrated its 10-year anniversary in October and owner Lysa Swain said the restaurant will add new dishes while keeping fan favorites at its Pocatello location on Yellowstone Ave.

Guest columnist Brian Parsons recalled his journey to homeownership and explained how federal housing policies led to more multi-family developments in Eastern Idaho - a change that he believes could affect local community stability.

He urged residents to carefully consider their political choices and what kind of home environment they want for the future.

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.

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.

ISCS Concert: Joy to the World

5:30-11:30 p.m. — L.E. and Thelma E. Stephens Performing Arts Center — Tickets available — Celebrate the holiday season with a festive concert featuring the Idaho State-Civic Symphony.

Laughing All The Way Holiday Show

7 PM – 1 AM — Pocatello High School — Ticket information TBA — Celebrate the season with this sold-out yuletide extravaganza featuring comedy and cheer.