Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 4th of December.
Good morning, Pocatello.
🏘️ Community
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints delivered its Giving Machines to Hemming Village Monday morning, bringing a new donation option to the community.
Families can still apply for the annual Cops & Kids holiday event for children aged 6-10 until today; selected kids will enjoy breakfast, photos with holiday figures, and a Walmart shopping trip on Saturday, Dec.
6 at 8 a.m. — donations cover all costs.
Flounder is a six-month-old lab mix looking for a furr-ever home.
Pocatello Animal Services (208-234-6156) invites local residents to call and schedule a time to meet him.
🏛️ Government
The Idaho Division of Veterans Services is accepting applications for two special Big Game Hunt tags for disabled veterans between Jan.
2 and Jan. 31, 2026 & Idaho residents with a VA disability rating are eligible to receive a free tag that exempts them from licensing requirements.
On Dec. 1, city officials finalized a property exchange with local landowners Gary and Jennie Ratliff to protect public access to the Sunny Side rock-climbing area near South 2nd Avenue.
City staff partnered with Sunrise Engineering — completing surveying and legal details — to secure the site for outdoor recreation.
Sheriff Tony Manu has partnered with Amazon this holiday season to help residents keep packages safe by recommending tracking and secure drop-off options.
The initiative aims to reduce theft so deputies can concentrate on urgent calls.
🎉 Pocatello Events
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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.
Kurt Bestor Christmas
7:30 PM - 1:30 AM — L.E. and Thelma E. Stephens Performing Arts Center — Ticketed event — Experience the magic of the season with Utah’s favorite holiday concert featuring live music and festive humor.
PVFM Winter Market
12-5 p.m. — Museum of Clean — Free entry — Celebrate the season with music, magic, and local crafts at a festive winter market.
Skate with Santa
10 AM – 12 PM — Deleta Skating & Family Fun Center — Free entry — Enjoy free pictures with Santa, crafts for kids, and an Ugly Sweater Costume Contest at a festive Christmas party.
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