SIPH - Sixty-Eight New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeastern Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 68 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (31 in Bannock County, 20 in Bingham County, 3 in Butte County, 2 in Caribou County, 6 in Franklin County, 1 in Oneida County, and 5 in Power County) in southeast Idaho. This brings t...

SIPH - Southeastern Idaho Public Health Confirmed Death in Southeast Idaho Due to COVID-19

Southeastern Idaho Public Health (SIPH) has confirmed another death associated with COVID-19 in Bannock County. The individual was a female in her 60s. This brings the total to seventeen deaths due to COVID-19 in southeast Idaho. Out of respect to these i...

Pocatello to Utilize Gov.’s Coronavirus Relief Funds for Public Safety Salaries Program

Taxpayers in Pocatello will be seeing a one-time tax relief on their December 2020 tax notice.  

Recently, the Pocatello City Council voted to utilize Governor Brad Little’s public safety proposal that uses up to $200 million of federal ...

SIPH - Fifty New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeastern Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 50 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (19 in Bannock County, 16 in Bingham County, 2 in Butte County, 2 in Caribou County, 5 in Franklin County, and 6 in Power County) in southeast Idaho. This brings the total of confirme...

Pipeline Maintenance Sept. 28 – Oct. 2 near City Creek, Cusick Creek Trail Areas

Trail users will see a little maintenance happening in two popular Pocatello places.

A contractor with Williams Pipeline will be maintaining the right of way for their natural gas pipeline in the City Creek Trail area and Cusick Creek Trailhead. Trails ad...

Fall Used Book Sale Planned for Oct. 2 and 3 at Marshall Public Library

For the first time in its history, The Friends of the Marshall Public Library’s Fall Used Book Sale is headed outside.

Friday, October 2 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday, October 3 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., the group will hold their biannual sal...

SIPH - Sixty-Nine New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeastern Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 69 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (27 in Bannock County, 20 in Bingham County, 3 in Butte County, 2 in Caribou County, 10 in Franklin County, 2 in Oneida County, and 5 in Power County) in southeast Idaho. This brings ...

SIPH - Forty-Six New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeastern Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 46 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (22 in Bannock County, 15 in Bingham County, 1 in Butte County, 4 in Caribou County, 3 in Franklin County, and 1 in Power County) in southeast Idaho. This brings the total of confirme...

SIPH - Twenty-four New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeastern Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 24 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (8 in Bannock County, 9 in Bingham County, 2 in Caribou County, 3 in Franklin County, 1 in Oneida County and 1 in Power County) in southeast Idaho. This brings the total of confirmed ...

Pocatello Animal Services Starts Community Cat Program

Pocatello’s community cats will only be making a temporary stop at the Pocatello Animal Shelter. 

Recently, Pocatello Animal Services started its Community Cat Program. Animal Services staff will set traps in areas of the city with known...

SIPH - Thirty-Three New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeastern Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 33 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (10 in Bannock County, 2 in Bear Lake County, 9 in Bingham County, 4 in Caribou County, 4 in Franklin County, and 4 in Power County) in southeast Idaho. This brings the total of confi...

Brent McLane Named City of Pocatello Planning & Development Services Director

Brent McLane is now the head of the City of Pocatello Planning & Development Services Department. 

McLane comes to Pocatello from the City of Idaho Falls where he served as a City Planner. While there, he led the long-range planning activities...

SIPH -Thirty-One New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeastern Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 31 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (13 in Bannock County, 13 in Bingham County, 1 in Caribou County, 2 in Franklin County, and 2 in Power County) in southeast Idaho. This brings the total of confirmed and probable case...

PPD, Pocatello-Chubbuck Chamber of Comm. Remind Residents about Civility when Patronizing Businesses

As we all continue to navigate the COVID-19 pandemic, the Pocatello Police Department and Pocatello-Chubbuck Chamber of Commerce are reminding business owners, managers, and citizens about courtesy when doing business at an establishment.  

Privat...

SIPH - Forty-one New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeastern Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 41 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (13 in Bannock County, 19 in Bingham County, 3 in Caribou County, 1 in Oneida County and 5 in Power County) in southeast Idaho. This brings the total of confirmed and probable cases t...

SIPH - Twenty New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeastern Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 20 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (6 in Bannock County, 6 in Bingham County, 5 in Caribou County, 1 in Franklin County and 2 in Power County) in southeast Idaho. This brings the total of confirmed and probable cases t...

SIPH - Eighteen New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeastern Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 18 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (5 in Bannock County, 10 in Bingham County, 1 in Caribou County, 1 in Franklin County and 1 in Power County) in southeast Idaho. This brings the total of confirmed and probable cases ...

SIPH - Seventy-three New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeastern Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 73 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (14 in Bannock County, 39 in Bingham County, 1 in Butte County, 7 in Caribou County, 2 in Franklin County and 10 in Power County) in southeast Idaho. This brings the total of confirme...

Portneuf River Vision Seeks Public Input on Designs to Update Centennial & Rainey Parks

The Portneuf River Vision is looking for your input on the future of a pair of Pocatello parks. 

Recently, the group unveiled a round of updated designs for Centennial Park and Rainey Park, and now they’re looking for your input on the p...

New Bus Stop Completed at Intersection of West Day St. and North Grant Ave.

Pocatello Regional Transit has put the finishing touches on a new stop at the intersection of West Day Street and North Grant Avenue. 

The new stop features a bus shelter, dedicated bus parking, sidewalk renovations, and Americans with Disabilitie...

SIPH - Twenty-Five New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeastern Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 25 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (5 in Bannock County, 9 in Bingham County, 3 in Caribou County, 7 in Franklin County, and 1 in Power County) in southeast Idaho. This brings the total of confirmed and probable cases ...

SIPH - Thirty-one New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeastern Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 31 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (13 in Bannock County, 4 in Bingham County, 1 in Butte County, 6 in Caribou County, 3 in Franklin County and 4 in Power County) in southeast Idaho. This brings the total of confirmed ...

SIPH - Thirty-two New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeastern Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 32 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (8 in Bannock County, 13 in Bingham County, 8 in Caribou County, 1 in Franklin County and 2 in Power County) in southeast Idaho. This brings the total of confirmed and probable cases ...

SIPH - Twenty-Nine New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeastern Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 29 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (9 in Bannock County, 2 in Bear Lake County, 12 in Bingham County, 2 in Caribou County, 2 in Franklin County, and 2 in Power County) in southeast Idaho. This brings the total of confi...

Pocatello Animal Shelter to Close Monday, September 14 for Kennel Installation

The Pocatello Animal Shelter will be closed Monday, September 14 while staff installs new cat kennels at the facility. 

The shelter will be closed to walk-in visitors. However, staff will still be available for owner returns and appointment-only a...

City of Pocatello Surplus Auction Underway

The City of Pocatello’s annual auction is underway. 

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the City’s annual auction is being held online only. Items hitting the auction block this year include office furniture, vehicles, tools, heavy ...

SIPH - Seventy-Three New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeastern Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 73 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (21 in Bannock County, 35 in Bingham County, 1 in Butte County, 2 in Caribou County, 3 in Franklin County, and 11 in Power County) in southeast Idaho. This brings the total of confirm...

SIPH - Twenty-Nine New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeastern Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 29 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (11 in Bannock County, 10 in Bingham County, 1 in Caribou County, 2 in Franklin County, and 5 in Power County) in southeast Idaho. This brings the total of confirmed and probable case...

SIPH - Southeastern Idaho Public Health Confirmed Two Deaths in Southeast Idaho Due to COVID-19

Southeastern Idaho Public Health (SIPH) has confirmed two more deaths associated with COVID-19 in southeast Idaho. One individual was a male in his 70s from Bannock County, and the other individual was a male in his 80s from Bingham County. This brings th...

SIPH - Fifty New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeastern Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 50 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (16 in Bannock County, 27 in Bingham County, 2 in Butte County, 1 in Caribou County, 1 in Franklin County and 3 in Power County) in southeast Idaho. This brings the total of confirmed...

SIPH - One Hundred and Eight New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeastern Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 108 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (18 in Bannock County, 79 in Bingham County, 3 in Butte County, 2 in Franklin County and 6 in Power County) in southeast Idaho. This brings the total of confirmed and probable cases ...

SIPH - Southeastern Idaho Public Health Confirmed Death in Southeast Idaho Due to COVID-19

Southeastern Idaho Public Health (SIPH) has confirmed another death associated with COVID-19 in Bannock County. The individual was a female in her 70s. This brings the total to nine deaths due to COVID-19 in southeast Idaho. Out of respect to these indivi...

City of Pocatello Sanitation Collection to Operate as Normal on Labor Day

The City of Pocatello Sanitation Department’s collection trucks will be operating as normal on Labor Day, September 7.

Residents regularly scheduled for a Monday pickup of garbage, recycling, and yard waste should still place their autocarts out ...

SIPH - One Hundred and Forty New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeastern Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 140 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (83 in Bannock County, 2 in Bear Lake County, 34 in Bingham County, 2 in Butte County, 2 in Caribou County, 2 in Franklin County, and 15 in Power County) in southeast Idaho. This bri...

Pocatello Water Dept. Starts Main Line Project on East Dunn St., South 3rd Ave.

Tuesday, September 1, crews from the City of Pocatello Water Department began replacing water main lines on East Dunn Street. 

The East Dunn Street project area will start near South 2nd Avenue and continue to the north of South 5th Avenue. Once c...

Pocatello, USFS, IRRC Partner to Install “Close the Gate” Signage in West Fork Mink Creek Area

There are some new, friendly reminders on the trail for your adventures in the West Fork Mink Creek area. 

Recently, the City of Pocatello, United States Forest Service (USFS) and the Idaho Rangeland Resources Commission (IRRC) teamed up to instal...

SIPH - Nine New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeastern Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 9 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (5 in Bannock County, 1 in Bingham County, 1 in Butte County, 1 in Oneida County, and 1 in Power County) in southeast Idaho. This brings the total of confirmed and probable cases to 14...

SIPH - Thirty-five New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeastern Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 35 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (12 in Bannock County, 10 in Bingham County, 2 in Butte County, 2 in Caribou County, 1 in Franklin County and 8 in Power County) in southeast Idaho. This brings the total of confirmed...

SIPH - Fifty-four New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeastern Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 54 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (21 in Bannock County, 20 in Bingham County, 6 in Butte County, 3 in Caribou County, 1 in Oneida County and 3 in Power County) in southeast Idaho. This brings the total of confirmed a...

Portneuf River Cleanup Planned for August 29

The Portneuf River Cleanup is set for Saturday, August 29. 

Beginning at 10 a.m., residents are invited to help clean the section of the river from Raymond Park to the J.R. Simplot plant. Volunteers are asked to meet at the Pacific Recycling Trail...

SIPH - Forty-Five New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeastern Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 45 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (15 in Bannock County, 14 in Bingham County, 7 in Butte County, 2 in Caribou County, 1 in Franklin County, and 6 in Power County) in southeast Idaho. This brings the total of confirme...

SIPH - Twenty-one New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeastern Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 21 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (8 in Bannock County, 7 in Bingham County, 2 in Oneida County and 4 in Power County) in southeast Idaho. This brings the total of confirmed and probable cases to 1305. Out of the 1305...

SIPH - Twenty-five New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeastern Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 25 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (10 in Bannock County, 2 in Bear Lake County, 7 in Bingham County, 1 in Franklin County and 5 in Power County) in southeast Idaho. This brings the total of confirmed and probable case...

SIPH - Twenty-eight New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeastern Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 28 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (7 in Bannock County, 4 in Bear Lake County, 7 in Bingham County and 10 in Power County) in southeast Idaho. This brings the total of confirmed and probable cases to 1253. Out of the ...

SIPH - Thirty-One New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeastern Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 31 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (15 in Bannock County, 9 in Bingham County, and 7 in Power County) in southeast Idaho. This brings the total of confirmed and probable cases to 1225. Out of the 1225 cases, 1049 have ...

“Lead Safe & Healthy Homes” Program Spotlighted by U.S. Dept. of Housing and Urban Development

The City of Pocatello’s Lead Safe & Healthy Homes program is drawing attention on the national level. Again. 

Wednesday, Janae Mitchell, Community Development Block Grant Program Manager, was one of six featured speakers during a U.S...

SIPH - Twenty-Nine New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeastern Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 29 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (15 in Bannock County, 10 in Bingham County, 1 in Butte County, 1 in Caribou County, 1 in Franklin County, and 1 in Power County) in southeast Idaho. This brings the total of confirme...

SIPH - Forty New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeastern Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 40 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (15 in Bannock County, 2 in Bear Lake County, 17 in Bingham County, 1 in Butte County, 1 in Oneida County, and 4 in Power County) in southeast Idaho. This brings the total of confirme...

SIPH - Thirty-five New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeastern Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 35 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (17 in Bannock County, 2 in Bear Lake County, 5 in Bingham County, 1 in Butte County, 1 in Franklin County, 1 in Oneida County and 8 in Power County) in southeast Idaho. This brings t...

South Valley Road to Close for Fog Seal Treatment Wed., August 19

Pocatello’s South Valley Road will be closed Wednesday, August 19 for a little preventative maintenance. 

From noon to 4 p.m., City of Pocatello Street Operations Department crews will close the road to apply a fog seal treatment to the ...

SIPH - Forty-two New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeastern Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 42 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (26 in Bannock County and 16 in Bingham County) in southeast Idaho. This brings the total of confirmed and probable cases to 1081. Out of the 1081 cases, 864 have recovered from COVID...

City of Pocatello Designates $264,672 of CARES Act Funding to Rental, Mortgage Assistance

Pocatellans who are facing financial hardships because of the COVID-19 pandemic may be able to get a little help. 

Thanks to $264,672 in funding from the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, Pocatellans may be eligible for t...

SIPH - Thirty-five New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeastern Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 35 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (16 in Bannock County, 1 in Bear Lake County, 13 in Bingham County and 1 in Caribou County and 4 in Power County) in southeast Idaho. This brings the total of confirmed and probable c...

SIPH - Thirty-four New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeastern Idaho Southeastern Idaho Public He

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 34 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (16 in Bannock County, 3 in Bear Lake County, 14 in Bingham County and 1 in Oneida County) in southeast Idaho. This brings the total of confirmed and probable cases to 1001. Out of th...

SIPH - Fifty-one New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeastern Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 51 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (21 in Bannock County, 22 in Bingham County, 1 in Butte County, 2 in Caribou County, 1 in Franklin County and 4 in Power County) in southeast Idaho. This brings the total of confirmed...

SIPH - Thirty-six New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeastern Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 36 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (16 in Bannock County, 1 in Bear Lake County, 12 in Bingham County, 1 in Franklin County and 2 in Oneida County and 4 in Power County) in southeast Idaho. This brings the total of con...

Marshall Public Library Patrons Save $4+ Million Borrowing vs. Purchasing

The amount of money saved by patrons checking out books at the Marshall Public Library isn’t being counted by the hundreds or thousands. It’s in the millions. 

Back in May 2019, library staff activated a fun feature of the libr...

SIPH - Sixteen New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeastern Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 16 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (9 in Bannock County, 4 in Bingham County, 2 in Franklin County and 1 in Power County) in southeast Idaho. This brings the total of confirmed and probable cases to 878. Out of the 878...

Pocatello City Council Adopts Resolution Encouraging Citizens to Wear a Face Covering

The Pocatello City Council has adopted a resolution that encourages all citizens to wear a mask. 

A Thursday night’s Regular City Council meeting, Councilmembers voted to approve the resolution that recommends all citizens, business owne...

SIPH - Thirty-One New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeastern Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 31 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (15 in Bannock County, 3 in Bear Lake County, 10 in Bingham County, 1 in Caribou County, and 2 in Power County) in southeast Idaho. This brings the total of confirmed and probable cas...

SIPH - Thirty New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeastern Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 30 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (15 in Bannock County, 6 in Bear Lake County, and 9 in Bingham County) in southeast Idaho. This brings the total of confirmed and probable cases to 827. Out of the 827 cases, 656 have...

Local Artist Paints 45+ Foot Mural at Pocatello Animal Shelter

Art and animals are now on display at the Pocatello Animal Shelter. 

Recently, local artist Josh Pohlman with Sixes Art Initiative completed a 7 foot 7 inch tall by 47 foot long mural on the west side of the dog runs at the shelter. Painted in gra...

Two K-9 Officers Join Ranks of Pocatello Police Dept.

A pair of four-legged officers are now on the streets with the Pocatello Police Department (PPD). 

Recently, Berrett, a German Shepherd, and Frank, a Yellow Lab, were certified as explosive detection dogs for the department. Both dogs were donated...

SIPH - Thirty New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeastern Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 30 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (13 in Bannock County, 1 in Bear Lake County, 15 in Bingham County, and 1 in Power County) in southeast Idaho. This brings the total of confirmed and probable cases to 797. Out of the...

SIPH - Thirty-Seven New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeastern Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 37 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (12 in Bannock County, 17 in Bingham County, 2 in Franklin County, 1 in Oneida County, and 5 in Power County) in southeast Idaho. This brings the total of confirmed and probable cases...

City Council to Discuss Face Coverings Res. at Aug. 6 Special Meeting; May Consider at Reg. Meeting

The Pocatello City Council will take up the topic of face coverings at a special meeting August 6. 

During the 2 p.m. meeting, Councilmembers will discuss a face coverings resolution. Under the draft resolution, citizens, business owners, and visi...

Pocatello City Council Taking Public Comments on Fiscal Year 2021 Budget and Fees

The Pocatello City Council is receiving public comments on the proposed Fiscal Year 2021 budget and fees. 

At the August 6 Regular City Council meeting, the Council will hold public hearings on the Fiscal Year 2021 budget and the fees proposed for...

SIPH - Thirty-Seven New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeastern Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 37 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (21 in Bannock County, 9 in Bingham County, 1 in Oneida, and 6 in Power County) in southeast Idaho. This brings the total to 668 confirmed cases in southeastern Idaho. Of the 724 tota...

SIPH - Twenty-Five New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeastern Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 25 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (7 in Bannock County, 11 in Bingham County, 1 in Caribou County, 1 in Franklin County, and 5 in Power County) in southeast Idaho. This brings the total to 631 confirmed cases in south...

SIPH - Twenty-Eight New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeastern Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 28 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (10 in Bannock County, 1 in Bear Lake County, 14 in Bingham County, 1 in Caribou County, and 2 in Power County) in southeast Idaho. This brings the total to 606 confirmed cases in sou...

SIPH - Twenty-Five New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeastern Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 25 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (7 in Bannock County, 1 in Bear Lake County, 12 in Bingham County, and 5 in Caribou County) in southeast Idaho. This brings the total to 578 confirmed cases in southeastern Idaho. Of ...

SIPH - Southeastern Idaho Public Health Confirms Fourth Death in Southeast Idaho Related to COVID-19

Southeastern Idaho Public Health (SIPH) has confirmed the fourth death associated with COVID-19 in southeast Idaho. The individual was a male, in his 90s, from Bannock County. He had been hospitalized due to complications with COVID-19. Out of respect to ...

SIPH - Thirty-Two New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeastern Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 32 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (15 in Bannock County, 1 in Bear Lake County, 11 in Bingham County, and 5 in Power County) for Saturday, Sunday, and Monday. This brings the total to 553 confirmed cases in southeaste...

SIPH - Forty-Six New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeastern Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 46 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (27 in Bannock County, 11 in Bingham County, 3 in Franklin County, 1 in Oneida County, and 4 in Power County) in southeastern Idaho. This brings the total to 521 confirmed cases in so...

Mayor Issues Proc. Encouraging Citizens to “Wear a Face Covering”; Masks Required at City Buildings

Pocatello Mayor Brian Blad has a simple message for citizens, “wear a face covering.” 

Friday, Mayor Blad issued a proclamation that expresses his “full support of Southeastern Idaho Public Health’s COVID-19...

SIPH - Twelve New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeastern Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 12 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (5 in Bannock County, 2 in Bear Lake County, 4 in Bingham County, and 1 in Power County) in southeastern Idaho. This brings the total to 475 confirmed cases in southeastern Idaho. Of ...

SIPH - Nineteen New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeastern Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 19 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (12 in Bannock County, 1 in Bear Lake County, 4 in Bingham County, 1 in Franklin County, and 1 in Power County) in southeastern Idaho. This brings the total to 463 confirmed cases in ...

SIPH - Nine New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeastern Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 9 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (4 in Bannock County and 5 in Bingham County) in southeastern Idaho. This brings the total to 444 confirmed cases in southeastern Idaho. Of the 493 total confirmed and probable cases, ...

Chinese Peak Fire Cause Determined

The Pocatello Fire Department with the assistance of the Idaho Falls District Bureau of Land Management have determined that the Chinese Peak Fire was human caused and accidental. 

The fire started in the area of Stockman Road when a resident was ...

SIPH - Forty-Two New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeastern Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 42 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (25 in Bannock County, 14 in Bingham County, 1 in Franklin County, and 2 in Power County) in southeastern Idaho. This brings the total to 435 confirmed cases in southeastern Idaho. Of...

SIPH - Twenty-Two New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeastern Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 22 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (15 in Bannock County, 3 in Bingham County, 3 in Franklin County, and 1 in Power County) in southeastern Idaho. This brings the total to 393 confirmed cases in southeastern Idaho. Of ...

SIPH - Twenty New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeastern Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 20 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (11 in Bannock County, 1 in Bear Lake County, 5 in Bingham County, 2 in Caribou County, and 1 in Power County) in southeastern Idaho. This brings the total to 371 confirmed cases in s...

SIPH - Twelve New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeastern Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 12 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (8 in Bannock County, 3 in Bingham County, and 1 in Bear Lake County) in southeastern Idaho. This brings the total to 351 confirmed cases in southeastern Idaho. Of the 394 total confi...

SIPH - Ten New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeastern Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 10 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (3 in Bannock County, 6 in Bingham County, and 1 in Caribou County) in southeastern Idaho. This brings the total to 339 confirmed cases in southeastern Idaho. Of the 382 total confirm...

SIPH - Twenty-eight New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeast Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 28 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (16 in Bannock County, 1 in Bear Lake County, and 11 in Bingham County) in southeast Idaho.

This brings the total to 329 confirmed cases in southeastern Idaho. Of the 372 total confirm...

Zoo Idaho Officially Unveils Upgraded Bald Eagle Exhibit

The home of Zoo Idaho’s resident bald eagle has undergone some extensive remodeling. 

Recently, zoo staff and members of Leadership Pocatello-Chubbuck, along with some help from the Pocatello Chiefs, cut the ribbon on the improved home f...

SIPH – Twelve New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeast Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has twelve new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (6 in Bannock County, 1 in Bear Lake County, 2 in Bingham County, 1 in Franklin County, and 2 in Oneida County) in southeast Idaho. This brings the total to 301 confirmed cases in...

SIPH - Nine New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeast Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 9 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (3 in Bannock County, 4 in Bingham County, 1 in Oneida County, and 1 in Power County) in southeast Idaho. This brings the total to 289 confirmed cases in southeastern Idaho. One hundre...

SIPH - Sixteen New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeast Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 16 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (8 in Bannock County, 6 in Bingham County, and 2 in Caribou County) in southeast Idaho. This brings the total to 280 confirmed cases in southeastern Idaho. One hundred sixty- six of t...

SIPH - Eighteen New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeast Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 18 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (9 in Bannock County, 7 in Bingham County, 1 in Caribou County, 1 in Franklin County) in southeast Idaho. This brings the total to 264 confirmed cases in southeastern Idaho. One hundr...

City Council to Consider Public Health Emergency Ordinance Requiring Masks in Public Places

At Thursday’s Pocatello City Council Work Session, Councilmembers will consider a public health emergency ordinance requiring masks to be worn in all public places or when six feet of social distancing cannot be maintained. 

Under the pr...

Twenty-Three New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeast Idaho

From Southeastern Idaho Public Health: 

Twenty-Three new COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeast Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has 23 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (8 in Bannock County, 9 in Bingham County, 1 in Caribou County, 3 in Frank...

Southeastern Idaho Public Health Warns Public of Possible COVID-19 Exposure At Pocatello Bars

Southeastern Idaho Public Health Warns Public of Possible COVID-19 Exposure At Pocatello Bars

Customers of Pub New Harmony, 134 Warren Ave., and Hooligans, 122 N. 3rd Ave., in Pocatello, may have been exposed to COVID-19. An employee of Pub New Harmony, wh...

SIPH - Eleven New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeast Idaho

Eleven New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeast Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has eleven new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (7 in Bannock County, 1 in Bingham County, 1 in Caribou County, 1 in Franklin County, and 1 in Oneida County) in southeast I...

SIPH - Ten New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeast Idaho

From Southeastern Idaho Public Health: 

Ten New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeast Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has ten new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (2 in Bannock County, 7 in Bingham County, and 1 in Oneida County) in southeast Id...

SIPH - Eleven New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeast Idaho

From Southeastern Idaho Public Health: 

Eleven New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeast Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has eleven new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (3 in Bannock County, 1 in Bear Lake County, 6 in Bingham County, and 1 in O...

Pocatello Fire, Police Remind Residents to Keep Fireworks Displays “Safe and Sane”

What’s traditionally been one of the Pocatello Fire Department’s busiest days of the year is almost here. 

Firefighters are reminding citizens to keep their celebrations “Safe and Sane” during the days aroun...

City of Pocatello Offices, PRT Closed July 3 and 4; Sanitation Collection Normal

Friday, July 3 City of Pocatello offices will be closed for Independence Day (observed). 

Pocatello Regional Transit buses will not be running July 3 and July 4. Salt Lake Express buses can still be met at the Transit Center.

The Sanitation Departm...

SIPH - Four New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeast Idaho

From Southeastern Idaho Public Health:

Four New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeast Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has four new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (2 in Bannock County and 2 in Bingham County) in southeast Idaho. This brings the total to...

Pocatello Water Department’s 2020 Water Quality Report Released

Pocatellans can now view the sampling results of their drinking water. 

Recently, staff with the City of Pocatello Water Department mailed out over 26,000 copies of its Annual Water Quality Report. The document summarizes the results of roughly 2,...

SIPH - Fifteen New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeast Idaho

From Southeastern Idaho Public Health: 

Fifteen New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeast Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has fifteen new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (5 in Bannock County, 1 in Bear Lake County, 4 in Bingham County, 2 in Fra...

Pocatello Police Dept. Releases Video Explanation of Feb. 25, 2020 Officer-Involved Shooting

Below is a link to the Pocatello Police Department’s video explanation of an officer-involved shooting that happened February 25, 2020.

This video is intended to provide the public with more information regarding the February 25, 2020 officer-in...

Portneuf River Vision Debuts River Floating Map

If you’ve wanted to float the Portneuf River but don’t know where to start, there’s a new tool that’ll help you dip your toe in the water. 

Recently, Portneuf River Vision debuted a new map that will help po...

SIPH - Ten New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeast Idaho

From Southeastern Idaho Public Health: 

Ten New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeast Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has ten new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (2 in Bannock County, 6 in Bingham County, 1 in Caribou County, and 1 in Franklin ...

SIPH - Southeastern Idaho Public Health Warns Public of Possible COVID-19 Exposure

From Southeastern Idaho Public Health: 

Southeastern Idaho Public Health Warns Public of Possible COVID-19 Exposure

Student athletes and staff who had used the weight room at Highland High School on June 18, 19, and 22nd may have been exposed to CO...

Open Burn Ban Begins July 1 for Pocatello’s Wildland-Urban Interface Areas

Starting July 1, a ban on certain types of fires will be in place for parts of Pocatello.

All open burning of solid fuels such as wood, paper, or charcoal within the Wildland-Urban Interface Areas of the Gate City will be put on hold because of current fir...

SIPH - Five New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeast Idaho

From Southeastern Idaho Public Health:

Five New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeast Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has five new confirmed cases (2 in Bannock County, 1 in Bingham County, 1 in Caribou County, and 1 in Franklin County) of...

SIPH - Eleven New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeast Idaho

From Southeastern Idaho Public Health: Eleven New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeast Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has eleven new confirmed cases (4 in Bannock County, 2 in Bingham County, 3 in Franklin County, and 2 in Power County) ...

SIPH - Eight New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeast Idaho

From Southeastern Idaho Public Health: 

Eight New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeast Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has eight new confirmed cases (3 in Bannock County, 3 in Bingham County, and 2 in Caribou County) of COVID-19 in southea...

SIPH - Twelve New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeast Idaho

From Southeastern Idaho Public Health:

Twelve New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeast Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has twelve new confirmed cases (6 in Bannock County and 6 in Power County) of COVID-19 in southeast Idaho. This brings the total ...

SIPH - Four New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeast Idaho

From Southeastern Idaho Public Health:

Four New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeast Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has four new confirmed cases (3 in Bannock County and 1 in Caribou County) of COVID-19 in southeast Idaho. This brings the total to...

SIPH - Three New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeast Idaho

From Southeastern Idaho Public Health: 

Three New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeast Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has three new confirmed cases (1 in Bannock County, 1 in Caribou County, and 1 in Franklin County) of COVID-19 in south...

SIPH - Four New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeast Idaho

From Southeastern Idaho Public Health: 

Four New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeast Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has four new confirmed cases (3 in Bannock County and 1 in Franklin County) of COVID-19 in southeast Idaho. This brings ...

SIPH - Two New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeast Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has two new confirmed cases (1 in Bannock County and 1 in Franklin County) of COVID-19 in southeast Idaho. This brings the total to 111 confirmed cases in southeastern Idaho. Sixty-three of the 111 total confirmed cases ha...

SIPH - Six New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeast Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has six new confirmed cases (4 in Bannock County, 1 in Bingham County, and 1 in Franklin County) of COVID-19 in southeast Idaho. This brings the total to 109 confirmed cases in southeastern Idaho. Sixty-three of the 109 to...

SIPH - Six New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeast Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has six new confirmed cases (1 in Bannock County, 1 in Bingham County, 1 in Caribou, and 3 in Franklin County) of COVID-19 in southeast Idaho. This brings the total to 103 confirmed cases in southeastern Idaho. Sixty-three...

Lazy River Walking at Ross Park Aquatic Complex Starts June 15, Facility to Open 7 Days a Week

What’s proved to be a popular summertime activity at the Ross Park Aquatic Complex is returning. 

Lazy River Walking will be held Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. starting Monday, June 15. A second session will also be held ...

Northgate Interchange Earns City Achievement Award from Assoc. of Idaho Cities

The Northgate Interchange Public Private Partnership has another piece of hardware for the mantle. 

During the Association of Idaho Cities’ virtual 2020 annual conference, the group honored the project with a City Achievement Award in th...

City of Pocatello, Volunteers Complete Stream Restoration Effort on Buck Creek

A Pocatello creek received a little TLC this spring.  

Recently, the staff from the City of Pocatello Science and Environment Division and volunteers helped stabilize roughly 800 feet of streambank on Buck Creek (also known as Cedar Lake Creek), a...

SIPH - Three New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeast Idaho

From Southeastern Idaho Public Health: 

Three New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeast Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has three new confirmed cases (2 in Bannock County and 1 in Franklin County) of COVID-19 in southeast Idaho. This bring...

City of Pocatello Outlines Stage 4 Reopening Plans

After getting the green light from Governor Brad Little to move to Stage 4 of Idaho’s reopening, City of Pocatello departments will be making the following changes to their operations. 

In the Parks and Recreation Department, park picnic...

SIPH - Five New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeast Idaho

Below is a news release from Southeastern Idaho Public Health:

Five New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeast Idaho 

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has five new confirmed cases (4 in Bannock County and 1 in Franklin County) of COVID-19 in southe...

SIPH - SIPH Warns Public of Possible COVID-19 Exposure at Pocatello Restaurant

From Southeastern Idaho Public Health: 

Southeastern Idaho Public Health Warns Public of Possible COVID-19 Exposure at Pocatello Restaurant

Customers of Perkins Restaurant, 1600 Pocatello Creek Road, in Pocatello may have been exposed to COVID-19,...

Marshall Public Library Goes All-Online for Summer Reading Program

If you’ve been itching to pick up a good book this summer, now’s as good a time as any.  

Monday marked the start of the Marshall Public Library’s annual Summer Reading Program. The theme for 2020 is “Imagin...

SIPH - Four New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeast Idaho

From Southeastern Idaho Public Health:

Four New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeast Idaho 

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has four new confirmed cases (3 in Bannock County and 1 in Bingham County) of COVID-19 in southeast Idaho. This brings th...

Enrichment Day Slated for Sat., June 13 at Zoo Idaho

Zoo Idaho will be giving you a look at how zookeepers keep the many animals that call the zoo home happy and healthy. 

Zoo Idaho is hosting its annual Enrichment Day Saturday, June 13 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.  Enrichment is care techniques ...

SIPH - Two New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeast Idaho

From Southeastern Idaho Public Health: Two New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeast Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has confirmed two new cases of COVID-19 in southeast Idaho (1 in Bannock County and 1 in Bingham County). This brings the ...

SIPH - Five New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeast Idaho

Below is a news release from Southeastern Idaho Public Health: 

Five New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeast Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has confirmed five new cases of COVID-19 in southeast Idaho (2 in Bannock County, 2 in Bingham Co...

SIPH - Twelve New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeast Idaho

From Southeastern Idaho Public Health: 

Twelve New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeast Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has confirmed twelve new cases of COVID-19 in southeast Idaho (7 in Bannock County and 5 in Bingham County). This bring...

SIPH - Four New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeast Idaho

Below is a news release from Southeastern Idaho Public Health:

Four New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeast Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has confirmed four new cases of COVID-19 in southeast Idaho (3 in Bannock County and 1 in Caribou County). ...

City of Pocatello to Resume Water Service Shutoffs, Payment Arrangements Must be Made by July 6

After suspending water service shutoffs since late March, the City of Pocatello will resume shutting off water service for non-payment starting July 7. 

If residents are unable to pay their utility bill, they must make a payment arrangement with t...

SIPH - Seven New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeast Idaho

Below is a news release from Southeastern Idaho Public Health:

Seven new COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeast Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has confirmed seven new cases of COVID-19 in southeast Idaho (3 in Bannock County, 3 in Bingham County, an...

SIPH - Three New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeast Idaho

Below is a news release from Southeastern Idaho Public Health: 

Three new COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeast Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has confirmed three new cases of COVID-19 in southeast Idaho (1 in Bannock County, 1 in Bingham...

SIPH - Southeastern Idaho Public Health Confirms First Death Due to COVID-19

Below is a news release from Southeastern Idaho Public Health: 

Southeastern Idaho Public Health Confirms First Death Due to COVID-19

Southeastern Idaho Public Health (SIPH) has confirmed the first death associated with COVID-19 in Bannock County. ...

SIPH - Eight new COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeast Idaho

Below is a news release from Southeastern Idaho Public Health: 

Eight new COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeast Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has confirmed eight new cases of COVID-19 in southeast Idaho (4 in Bannock County, 1 in Bingham,...

City of Pocatello Lays Out Stage 3 Reopening Changes

With Governor Brad Little giving the State of Idaho the go-ahead to move to Stage 3 of reopening, City of Pocatello departments and services will be making the following changes. 

The Marshall Public Library will reopen to the public June 1 at 10 ...

SIPH - Eight New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeast Idaho

Below is a news release from Southeastern Idaho Public Health:

Eight New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Southeast Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has confirmed eight new cases of COVID-19 in southeast Idaho (6 in Bannock County, 1 in Franklin County, a...

Water Line Installation Begins June 1 on West Clark St., West Center St., and Lincoln Ave.

Monday, June 1 crews from the City of Pocatello Water Department will begin replacing the water main lines on West Clark Street, West Center Street, and Lincoln Avenue. 

The West Clark Street project will start in the 800 block and extend through ...

SIPH - New COVID-19 Case Identified in Bannock County

Below is a news release from Southeastern Idaho Public Health: 

New COVID-19 Case Identified in Bannock County

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has confirmed a new case of COVID-19 in Bannock County. This brings the total to 27 confirmed cases (17 ...

Pocatello Regional Airport Keeps Commercial Flights

Pocatello Regional Airport’s commercial flights are staying put. 

Several weeks ago, airport staff was informed Delta requested permission from the U.S. Department of Transportation to suspend service in Pocatello due to the COVID-19 pan...

PRT Expands “Summer Youth Pass” Program, Ages 18 and Under Ride Fixed Routes for Free

Youth ages 18 and younger will be able to get a lift from Pocatello Regional Transit (PRT) for free this summer.

Thanks to a $1,000 donation from Gate City Rotary, area youth can ride a PRT bus anywhere in the fixed route system at no cost over the summer...

Pocatello Parks and Rec. Completes New Section of Trail in City Creek Management Area

If you take a hike or bike ride on Upper City Creek Trail, you’re going to notice a bit of a change. 

Recently, staff with the City of Pocatello Parks and Recreation Department’s Outdoor Recreation Program completed a new bypas...

Pocatello Street Operations Dept. Announces 2020 Paving Plan

The list of roads that will see work this year by the Pocatello Street Operations Department is now available to the public. 

Recently, the Pocatello Street Operations Department announced its 2020 Paving Plan. The schedule details which roads sho...

SIPH - New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Bannock County

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has confirmed two new cases of COVID-19 in Bannock County. This brings the total to 22 confirmed cases (12 in Bannock County, 6 in Bingham County, 1 in Caribou, and 3 in Power County) in southeastern Idaho.

Patient is a fem...

City of Pocatello Sanitation Collection to Operate as Normal on Memorial Day

The City of Pocatello Sanitation Department’s collection trucks will be operating as normal Memorial Day, May 25.

Residents who are scheduled for a Monday pickup of garbage, recycling, and yard waste should still place their autocarts out by 7 a....

City of Pocatello Announces Stage 2 Reopening Changes

With Governor Brad Little’s announcement that businesses can move to Stage 2 of reopening, the following City of Pocatello departments will be making changes to their services. 

Starting Monday, May 18, the Animal Services Department is ...

SIPH: New COVID-19 Case Identified in Bannock County

Below is a news release from Southeastern Idaho Public Health:

New COVID-19 Case Identified in Bannock County

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has confirmed a new case of COVID-19 in Bannock County. This brings the total to 20 confirmed cases (10 in Bannock...

Pocatello Fleet Services Dept. Featured in The Municipal Magazine

Despite being less than a year old, the City of Pocatello’s Fleet Services Department is being spotlighted on the national level. 

The March issue of The Municipal magazine features the department in an article titled “Pocatell...

“Pocatello’s Promise of Tomorrow Mayoral Scholarship” Recipients Announced

The recipients of the 2020 “Pocatello’s Promise of Tomorrow Mayoral Scholarship” have been selected.

In its inaugural year, the scholarship program awarded five students with two-year scholarships each totaling $2,000 ($500 pe...

SIPH - New COVID-19 Case Identified in Bannock County

Below is a news release from Southeastern Idaho Public Health:

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has confirmed a new case of COVID-19 in Bannock County. This brings the total to 16 confirmed cases (9 in Bannock County, 4 in Bingham County, 1 in Caribou, an...

PFD Offering Landfill Passes to Residents Living in Wildland-Urban Interface Areas

Thanks to a partnership between the Pocatello Fire Department (PFD) and the Gateway Interagency Fire Front, residents living in the wildland-urban interface (WUI) areas of the Gate City can get a little help clearing their property of wildfire fuels.

As p...

Half-off Dog Licenses Through May 31 Offered by Pocatello Animal Services

You can license your dog with Pocatello Animal Services for half-price through May 31.

Until the end of May, the department is offering $5 dog licenses for dogs that are spayed or neutered and $10 licenses for dogs that are not spayed or neutered.&nbs...

Water System Flushing Begins May 11

Starting Monday, residents may see water flowing from Pocatello’s fire hydrants.  

May 11 will mark the beginning of the City of Pocatello Water Department’s annual water system flushing efforts. During the process, workers ope...

SIPH - New COVID-19 Case Identified in Bannock County

Below is a news release from Southeastern Idaho Public Health:

New COVID-19 Case Identified in Bannock County

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has confirmed a new case of COVID-19 in Bannock County. This brings the total to 15 confirmed cases (8 in Bannock...

Zoo Idaho Offering Online Events, Moves Science Talks Series to Web

Zoo Idaho is taking its animal experiences online. 

Starting May 6, zoo staff will host a series of online events in lieu of field trips due to the COVID-19 pandemic. All of the online events will begin at 1 p.m. and will be held each Wednesday in...

City of Pocatello Depts. Outline Stage 1 Reopening Plans

Following Governor Brad Little’s announcement that businesses can move to Stage 1 of Idaho’s reopening, the following City of Pocatello departments will be making changes to their services starting May 4. 

The Pocatello Animal ...

City of Pocatello, FOP Portneuf Valley Lodge #13 Reach Tentative Labor Agreement

The City of Pocatello and Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) Portneuf Valley Lodge #13 reached a tentative labor agreement for the coming fiscal year. 

Recently, the City and the FOP Portneuf Valley Lodge #13 agreed to extend the current collective b...

Idaho Press Club Honors Pocatello Public Information Officer

The City of Pocatello’s Public Information Officer has received accolades from the Idaho Press Club.

Saturday, April 25, the Idaho Press Club announced its Best of 2019 Award Winners online instead of at its gala awards banquet, which was cancele...

City of Pocatello Scores Two Awards from APWA Rocky Mountain Chapter

The City of Pocatello is earning high marks from the American Public Works Association Rocky Mountain Chapter. 

While the group’s annual conference was canceled because of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the chapter still honored the best...

SIPH - SIPH Announces Three Additional Cases of COVID-19 in Southeast Idaho

Below is a news release from Southeastern Idaho Public Health: 

Southeastern Idaho Public Health Announces Three Additional Cases of COVID-19 in Southeast Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health (SIPH) has confirmed three additional cases of novel c...

City of Pocatello, Intl. Assoc. of Firefighters Local 187 Reach Tentative Labor Agreement

The City of Pocatello and International Association of Firefighters (IAFF) Local 187 have reached a tentative labor agreement for Fiscal Year 2021. 

Recently, both the City and the IAFF Local 187 agreed to extend the current collective bargaining ...

Gov. Little - Idaho Rebounds: Gov. Little outlines new plans in path to prosperity

Below is a news release from Governor Brad Little:

Idaho Rebounds: Gov. Little outlines new plans in path to prosperity

Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little announced new plans today to help Idaho rebound from the economic impacts of coronavirus.

&a...

City Pledges Support to Local Businesses through “Support Local Gems” Initiative

The City of Pocatello is joining with U.S. Senator Jim Risch, the Idaho Department of Commerce, as well as other leaders and organizations to help local small businesses. 

Friday, April 24, Pocatellans and all Idahoans are invited to Support Local...

City Continues Limited Services, Extends Closures Following Revised Stay-Home Order

Following Idaho Governor Brad Little’s extension of the statewide stay-home order through April 30, the City of Pocatello is continuing to limit services and staff to only those deemed essential for City operations. 

“We all mu...

Gov. Little - Governor Little extends statewide stay-home order to April 30 with exceptions

Below is a news release from Governor Brad Little: 

Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little announced today that he is extending the statewide stay-home order to April 30, with exceptions for operations of formerly “non-essential&a...

Residents Invited to Participate in April 16 Public Hearings via Phone

The Pocatello City Council will be taking testimony from citizens via phone for three scheduled public hearings on the April 16 regular meeting agenda. 

The three public hearings on the agenda are: 

•    ...

Law Day Fun Run Postponed, Tentatively Rescheduled for October

The opening run of the City of Pocatello Parks and Recreation Department’s Portneuf Valley Fun Run Series has been postponed because of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. 

The Law Day Fun Run that had been scheduled for May 2 is now tentativ...

Pocatello Animal Services to Facilitate Adoptions by Appointment Only

Starting Tuesday, April 7, Pocatello Animal Services will begin facilitating adoptions of animals by appointment only Monday through Saturday from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

No more than two potential pet parents at a time will be permitted into the shelter to meet ...

SIPH - New COVID-19 Case Identified in Bannock County

Below is a news release from Southeastern Idaho Public Health

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has confirmed a new case of COVID-19 in Bannock County. This brings the total to seven cases (5 in Bannock County and 2 in Bingham County) in southeastern Idaho....

City of Pocatello to Waive 3% Credit/Debit Card Processing Charge

The City of Pocatello is waiving the three percent credit/debit card processing charge for payments made to the City of Pocatello. 

The charge was previously applied to all credit/debit card transactions. The charge was added to credit/debit card ...

Pocatello Fire Dept. Implements Temporary Restrictions on Open Burning

The Pocatello Fire Department is not issuing new burn permits and is asking residents to cease open burning in Pocatello due to health concerns surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Under the temporary restriction, residents will not receive a burn ...

City of Pocatello Temporarily Halts Water Service Shutoffs

The City of Pocatello is temporarily suspending water service shutoffs. 

Residents are encouraged to continue paying their utility bill as normal if able. If they are unable to pay their bill in full, residents are asked to make a payment arrangem...

SIPH - SIPH Warn Public of Possible Covid-19 Exposure at Pocatello Restaurant/Bar

Below is a news release from Southeastern Idaho Public Health:

Customers of The Pressbox, 1257 Yellowstone Ave., in Pocatello may have been exposed to COVID-19, during March 19-22. A customer of The Pressbox has been confirmed as having COVID-19. While the...

SIPH - SIPH Announces Two Additional Cases of COVID-19 in Southeast Idaho

Below is a news release from Southeastern Idaho Public Health: 

Southeastern Idaho Public Health (SIPH) has confirmed two additional cases of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in southeast Idaho. One in Bannock County and one in Bingham County, bringin...

Pocatello Police Explains Enforcement Provision of Gov. Little’s Stay-Home Order

The Pocatello Police Department is informing residents how enforcement of Governor Brad Little’s stay-home order will be handled in Pocatello. 

On the guidance of Southeastern Idaho Public Health (SIPH), complaints about businesses or gr...

SIPH - One Additional Case of COVID-19 in Bannock County

Below is a news release from Southeastern Idaho Public Health: 

Southeastern Idaho Public Health Announces One Additional case of COVID-19 in Southeast Idaho

Southeastern Idaho Public Health (SIPH) has confirmed one additional case of novel coronav...

Highland, Riverside Golf Courses to Open

Following additional guidance from Idaho Attorney General Lawrence Wasden and Southeastern Idaho Public Health on Governor Brad Little’s stay-home order, Highland and Riverside Golf Courses will open for play. 

Golf course staff will ins...

City of Pocatello Announces Changes to Services Following Gov. Little’s Stay-Home Order

UPDATE: Following additional guidance from Idaho Attorney General Lawrence Wasden and Southeastern Idaho Public Health on Governor Brad Little’s stay-home order, Highland and Riverside Golf Courses will open for play. For more information, visit...

Gov. Little - Governor Little issues statewide stay-home order, signs extreme emergency declaration

Below is a news release from Governor Brad Little:

Boise, Idaho – Following the guidance of Idaho’s public health experts, Governor Brad Little issued a statewide stay-home order today for all Idahoans.

He also signed an extreme emergenc...

Pocatello Parks and Rec. Dept. to Close Playgrounds, CRC Closure Extended

In an effort to slow the spread of COVID-19, the City of Pocatello Parks and Recreation Department will be closing playgrounds in the City’s park system. 

Starting Wednesday, Parks and Recreation Department crews will begin fencing off p...

SIPH - Two cases of COVID-19 Reported in Bannock County

Below is a news release from Southeastern Idaho Public Health:

Southeastern Idaho Public Health has confirmed two cases of COVID-19 in Bannock County. This brings the total to three case in southeastern Idaho, bringing the total number of confirmed COVID-1...

Pocatello Water Dept. Assures Residents Drinking Water is Safe, WPC Dept. Reminds Residents to Only

As many of us are stressed over the COVID-19 pandemic, the City of Pocatello Water Department is reaffirming residents that the City’s water is safe. 

“We are prepared and committed to providing Pocatellans with clean, safe, an...

City of Pocatello Cancels Advisory Board Meetings Through April 30

Considering the guidance from the State of Idaho and Southeastern Idaho Public Health limiting gatherings to no more than 10 people, the City of Pocatello is canceling advisory board meetings through April 30.

As April 30 approaches, City staff will again ...

Pocatello City Council Adopts COVID-19 Emergency Declaration

The Pocatello City Council has adopted an Emergency Declaration to help the City in its response to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

At Thursday’s City Council meeting, councilmembers approved the declaration that allows the City to pr...

Mayor Blad Self-Quarantines Following Personal Travel, He is Not Experiencing Symptoms of COVID-19

Taking the advice of the health experts, Mayor Brian Blad is under self-quarantine after an essential trip to New York City. Mayor Blad wants to reassure everyone he is not experiencing symptoms of novel coronavirus (COVID-19).

During his self-quarantine, ...

Pocatello Police Changing Procedures Due to COVID-19

The Pocatello Police Department will be changing the way it handles certain types of calls in response to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. 

Effective immediately, officers will be making the following adjustments to the following types o...

Zoo Idaho Postpones Outreach Programs, Portneuf Valley Environmental Fair Cancelled

As part of the continuing precautionary measures the City of Pocatello is taking against coronavirus (COVID-19), Zoo Idaho is postponing all outreach efforts until further notice and the Science and Environment Division is cancelling the 2020 Portneuf Val...

Pocatello City Hall Remains Open, Limited Access Starts March 17

Pocatello City Hall remains open for business but as a precaution for novel coronavirus (COVID-19), the City of Pocatello will be limiting access starting March 17 at 8 a.m.

Citizens are strongly encouraged to utilize phone or email first to contact City e...

Marshall Public Library to Close to Public

The Marshall Public Library will be closing to the public as a precaution for novel coronavirus (COVID-19) until further notice. 

In consultation with Southeastern Idaho Public Health, beginning Monday, March 16 at noon the library will be closed ...

City of Pocatello Community Rec. Center, Parks and Rec. Offices to Close to Public

UPDATE: The Parks and Recreation Dept. is extending the closure of the Community Recreation Center (CRC) and Parks and Recreation Department offices through April 12. Because of the closure, the remainder of dance classes and the third session of...

Pocatello Water Dept. to Start Melrose Ave. Project March 16

Monday, March 16 City of Pocatello Water Department crews will start replacing a section of mainline on Melrose Avenue. 

The project area will span from the 200 block of Melrose Avenue to Oakwood Drive. Water Department employees will work between...

Heinz Named Pocatello Animal Services Director

There’s a new pack leader at Pocatello Animal Services. 

Recently, Shelter Supervisor Josh Heinz was promoted to Animal Services Director. Heinz started his career with Animal Services in July 2006 as an Animal Control Officer. As an Ani...

City of Pocatello Announces Coronavirus Website; Adopts Pandemic Personnel Policy

Thursday, the City of Pocatello announced the creation of pocatello.us/coronavirus. 

The site compiles resources and information for residents to get the latest on novel coronavirus (COVID-19). While the City is working with our public health part...

Dr. Joe Englanoff Sworn In as First Reserve Pocatello Police Officer

The Pocatello Police Department’s Reserve Team now has its first officer. 

Thursday, the Department swore in Dr. Joe Englanoff as a reserve officer. Dr. Englanoff is a Board Member of the Crimes Against Children Foundation (CACF). He has...

Pocatello Water, WPC Depts. Announce 2020 Projects; Switch to Summer Work Hours March 16

The City of Pocatello Water and Water Pollution Control Departments have unveiled their list of projects for the 2020 construction year.

Over the coming months, Water Department staff will replace water mainlines on Melrose Avenue, Booth Drive, Lincoln Ave...

Three Proclamations Planned for Thursday Pocatello City Council Meeting

Three health-focused proclamations are on the agenda for Thursday’s Pocatello City Council meeting.   

First, Mayor Brian Blad will proclaim March 2020 to be “National Athletic Training Month” in the Gate Cit...

Cemetery Clean-up Starts March 30

The annual clean-up of Pocatello’s cemeteries is scheduled for the end of March.  

Starting March 30, crews will begin the process of removing and discarding decorations and flower placements that have been left on graves at Mountain Vie...

City, LWV, AAUW Partner for Idaho Women 100 Event in Pocatello

The City of Pocatello, Pocatello Branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW), and the League of Women Voters of Pocatello will be honoring 100 years of women’s right to vote.  

Citizens are invited to join in an Idaho W...

Pocatello Fire Selected as 1 of 25 Departments Nationwide for Community Risk Reduction Pilot Program

The Pocatello Fire Department will be leading the way when it comes to data-driven risk reduction. 

Recently, the Pocatello Fire Department was picked as 1 of 25 fire departments nationwide to participate in the National Fire Protection Associatio...

“A Mostly-Intelligible Recital:” Music in the Library Scheduled for Feb. 29

Music in the Library is making its way back to the Marshall Public Library February 29. 

Two of the library’s own, Trent Clegg, Reference Specialist, and Gabriel Lowman, Library Page, will trade their literary hats for their musical ones...

Sanitation Collection to Operate as Normal on Presidents’ Day

The City of Pocatello Sanitation Department’s collection trucks will operate as normal on Presidents’ Day, February 17.

Residents with a Monday collection day for garbage and recycling are asked to place their autocarts at the curb by 7...

Simplot Games Olympians to be Named Honorary Citizens of Pocatello

The City of Pocatello is adding five honorary citizens to its ranks. 

Mayor Brian Blad will proclaim Dick Fosbury, Andre Philips, Stacy Dragila, Willie Banks, and Tyson Gunter as honorary citizens of the Gate City at the Breakfast with Fosbury and...

Pocatello City Council to Host Town Hall Meeting

Pocatellans are invited to stop by City Hall and have a chat with the City Council. 

Members of the Pocatello City Council are hosting a town hall meeting Tuesday, February 18 at 6 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, 911 N. 7th Avenue. The meeting ...

City of Pocatello to Auction 3 Buildings, 1 Storage Lot April 29

UPDATE: The auction has been moved to 1080 S. 1st Avenue. The auction will be held in the parking lot and appropriate social distancing of six-feet between participants will be followed.

PREVIOUS RELEASE: The City of Pocatello will be auctioning off four p...

3rd Annual “Smooches from Pooches” Event Planned at Pocatello Animal Shelter

What’s become a February tradition is back at the Pocatello Animal Shelter. 

“Smooches from Pooches” is returning to the Pocatello Animal Shelter, 3100 Avenue of the Chiefs, Saturday, February 15 from noon to 3 p.m. T...

Pocatello’s Promise of Tomorrow: Mayor Debuts Scholarship for Local Students

Local students looking to get a little help with their higher education pursuits now have a new resource to turn to. 

In partnership with the Pocatello-Chubbuck Chamber of Commerce Foundation and contributions from Idaho Central Credit Union, D. L...

Pocatello Planning & Development Services Dir. to Retire after Nearly 30 Years with City

A fixture at Pocatello City Hall for close to three decades is calling it a career.

Planning and Development Services Director Melanie Gygli is set to retire February 18. Gygli started at the City in April 1990 as a Secretary in the department. F...

Feb. 14 to be Proclaimed League of Women Voters Day

The League of Women Voters is scheduled to be honored at this week’s Pocatello City Council meeting. 

Mayor Brian Blad will proclaim February 14 to be League of Women Voters Day in Pocatello. The edict encourages “all citizens ...

Pocatello Child Care Advisory Committee to Host Child Development Class

A child’s early years will be the topic of a class offered by the City of Pocatello Child Care Advisory Committee. 

Andrea Rausch, Direct Services Supervisor, and Bailey Rainey, Developmental Specialist, with the Idaho Department of Heal...

Pocatello Ranks 2nd in 2019 Municipal Equality Index for Idaho

For the second time in as many years, Pocatello has ranked second in the Gem State on the Human Rights Campaign’s (HRC) Municipal Equality Index. 

According to the HRC, the “Municipal Equality Index (MEI) examines how inclusive...

Bidwell Selected as Pocatello Mayor for a Day

Irving Middle School eighth-grader Evie Bidwell is slated to become Pocatello’s next Mayor for a Day. 

Mayor for a Day Bidwell’s term is slated to begin the morning of January 28 and run until a little after 1 p.m. During her t...

Pocatello Police Taking Applications for 2020 Citizen Police Academy

If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to be a Pocatello Police officer, now is your chance to find out. 

The department is currently accepting applications for the annual Citizen Police Academy. Thirty residents are selected f...

Callen, Brown Earn Human and Civil Rights Award from Pocatello HRAC

Two Pocatello community members have been recognized for their work in advancing human and civil rights in the Gate City. 

At Portneuf Valley Interfaith Fellowship’s Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration, members of the City of Pocatell...

Grammy Award-Winning Pocatellan to Participate in Opera Q&A

A singer with Pocatello roots and who has achieved the music industry’s highest honor will be stopping by the Marshall Public Library. 

Grammy Award winner, Jessica E. Jones, will join Idaho State-Civic Symphony Artistic Director and Con...

Mayor Blad Presents $1,000 from Mayor’s Walking Challenge to Hitting Hearts Foundation

Pocatello Mayor Brian Blad has been hoofing it for a good cause. 

Monday, Mayor Blad donated the $1,000 he earned through the Blue Cross of Idaho Foundation for Health, Inc.’s Mayor’s Walking Challenge to the Hitting Hearts Fou...

Newly Elected Pocatello City Councilmembers Sworn In

Pocatello’s three recently elected City Councilmembers officially took their seats behind the dais. 

City Clerk Ruth Newsom administered the oath of office for Chris Stevens, Roger Bray, and Claudia Ortega at Thursday’s Pocatel...

Public Input Sought for Cusick Creek Trailhead, Portneuf River Access Grant Applications

The City of Pocatello is seeking public input for a pair of grant applications through the Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation. 

The first grant would fund trailhead improvements and erosion control efforts at the Cusick Creek trailhead. Prop...

City of Pocatello Employees Donate 3+ Month Supply of Diapers to SIPH, $18,580 to United Way

City of Pocatello employees have opened their wallets for a pair of community causes. 

December 5 through December 19, the City held its first-ever diaper drive for Southeastern Idaho Public Health’s (SIPH) Diaper Bank. Over the course o...

Pocatello Councilmembers to be Sworn In, State of the City Jan. 2

The newly elected members of the Pocatello City Council will take their oaths of office January 2. 

At 2020’s first council meeting of the year, Claudia Ortega, Chris Stevens, and Roger Bray will be sworn in by City Clerk Ruth Newsom. Im...

Trash Collection Delayed Due to Christmas, New Year’s; Holiday Garbage Pickups Begin Dec. 26

One of the City of Pocatello Sanitation Department’s busiest times of the year is almost here.

Due to the observance of the Christmas holiday on Wednesday, garbage and recycling collection following the holiday will be delayed by one day. Residen...

Open House for Outgoing Pocatello City Council Members Slated for Jan. 2

The City of Pocatello will be bidding adieu to two City Council members. 

The public is invited to an open house Thursday, January 2 at 4 p.m. in honor of Council President Jim Johnston and Councilwoman Beena Mannan. Johnston was appointed to the ...

East Fork Mink Creek Nordic Center Opens for 2019-2020 Season

The East Fork Mink Creek Nordic Center is now open for the 2019-2020 season. 

Currently, roughly 75 percent of the center is ready for use by cross country skiers, snowshoers, and sledders. According to Lance Clark, Outdoor Recreation Manager for ...

Marshall Public Library Invites Patrons on 50/50 Book Quest

The Marshall Public Library is inviting you to step out of your reading comfort zone in 2020. 

The library will be starting its annual 50/50 Book Quest January 2. During the quest, patrons are challenged to read 50 books from different categories ...

City of Pocatello to Begin Issuing Settlement Checks for Hill-Vu Lawsuit

Today, the City of Pocatello will begin mailing settlement checks to ratepayers who paid user fees collected under the payment in lieu of taxes (PILOT) component of the City’s utility services. 

Class members are comprised of citizens wh...

“Coffee with the Mayor” Slated for Dec. 17

“Coffee with the Mayor” is on the calendar for December 17. 

Copper Summit Assisted Living, 2424 Birdie Thompson Drive, will host Pocatello Mayor Brian Blad for an informal meeting with residents from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Du...

Pocatello Community Rec. Center Offering Lifeguard Training Course

The City of Pocatello’s Community Recreation Center (CRC) will be offering a Lifeguard Training Course starting January 23.

Interested participants must complete a pre-course session that includes water skill testing prior to being accepted into ...

New Display, ISU History Professor Presentation at MPL Dive into the History of WWI

The Great War is the focus of a new display at the Marshall Public Library. 

Thanks to the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service and National Museum of American History, the library will be displaying eight, informational posters ca...

East Chubbuck Road Switches to Stop Sign at Olympus Drive Intersection

If you use East Chubbuck Road on your travels around the community, you’ll notice a change at the intersection with Olympus Drive.  

Eastbound traffic on East Chubbuck Road will now encounter a stop sign when they approach the intersecti...

Wild Winter Weekends at Zoo Idaho December 7, 14

Zoo Idaho will be wrapping up 2019 with its coolest event of the year.

Zoo Idaho will host the sixth annual “Wild Winter Weekends” Saturday, December 7 and Saturday, December 14 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. At the event, Zoo Idaho animals&...

Pair of Holiday “Music in the Library” Performances Planned at Marshall Public Library

The sounds of the season will be ringing through the Marshall Public Library this month. 

The Marshall Public Library will be hosting two holiday-themed performances as part of the library’s “Music in the Library” ser...

Nominations Sought for Pocatello HRAC’s 2020 Human and Civil Rights Award

The City of Pocatello Human Relations Advisory Committee is seeking to honor an outstanding local resident for their work in human and civil rights. 

The group is asking for nominations for its Human and Civil Rights Award. The accolade recognizes...

Pocatello Regional Transit’s Tour of Lights Planned for December 12 and 13

UPDATE: The Tour of Lights has sold out. 

PREVIOUS RELEASE: Pocatello Regional Transit’s (PRT) most festive bus rides of the season are returning. 

Tickets for PRT’s annual Tour of Lights go on sale at 8 a.m., Monday, D...

Sanitation Collection to be Delayed Due to Thanksgiving Holiday

Thursday and Friday’s garbage, recycling, yard waste, and leaf collections for Pocatello residents will be delayed by one day because of the Thanksgiving holiday. 

Garbage, recycling, yard waste, and leaves will not be picked up Thursday...

Cates to be Pocatello Mayor for a Day

A leader at Pocatello High School will be leading the Gate City as Mayor for a Day this month. 

Senior Paeton Cates will join the City as Pocatello’s Chief Executive Monday, November 25. Cates is the Student Body President at Pocatello H...

Pocatello Creek Stream Restoration Project Begins

Work is underway on a stream restoration project along Pocatello Creek. 

Today, crews started working to stabilize stream banks along Pocatello Creek to the southwest of Fire Station #3, along Pocatello Creek Road. Over time, the creek has eroded ...

November 30 to be Proclaimed “Small Business Saturday” in Pocatello

Local small businesses will be in the spotlight at Thursday’s Pocatello City Council meeting. 

Mayor Brian Blad will proclaim Saturday, November 30 as “Small Business Saturday” in Pocatello. The edict will be read by ...

Fee-waived Dog Adoptions at “Pawsgiving” Event Nov. 23

Just in time for the holidays, you can add a canine companion to your family for free. 

Pocatello Animal Services and Phil Meador Subaru are teaming up for a “Share the Love” event called “Pawsgiving” Saturd...

Critical Incident and Reunification Exercise Spotlighted by Campus Safety

The Pocatello Police Department and other local organizations are being highlighted for a critical incident and reunification exercise held earlier this year. 

Campus Safety recently published the article “Reunification Realities: 7 Less...

City Creek, Cusick Creek Roads to Close to Motorized Access Nov. 16

The City of Pocatello will be closing a pair of gates to motorized access this week.  

The City Creek Road and Cusick Creek Road gates will be closed starting November 16. The annual road and trail closures coincide with similar closures by the U....

Middle Ages Come to Life in Marshall Public Library Display

The Marshall Public Library is going medieval with its latest display. 

The Society for Creative Anachronism’s (SCA) Shire of Stonegate is displaying re-creations of Middle Age clothing, musical instruments, calligraphy, cookware, weapon...

Pocatello City Council Adopts Clean Energy Commitment Resolution

The Pocatello City Council is affirming the City’s commitment to clean energy. 

At Thursday’s City Council meeting, Councilmembers approved a resolution that states the City “will continue to take proactive steps to i...

Fee-Waived Cat Adoptions at Pocatello Animal Shelter Through Nov. 16

Thanks to a national animal welfare organization, you can add a feline friend to your family from the Pocatello Animal Shelter at no cost. 

From now through November 16, Best Friends Animal Society is covering the cost of cat and kitten adoptions ...

City of Pocatello Sanitation Collection to Operate as Normal on Veterans Day

The City of Pocatello Sanitation Department’s collection trucks will be operating as normal on Veterans Day, November 11.

Residents who are scheduled for a Monday pickup of garbage, recycling, and yard waste should still place their autocarts out...

Child Care Advisory Committee to Host CRASE Training with Pocatello Police Dept.

A difficult topic will be the subject of a class offered by the City of Pocatello Child Care Advisory Committee and the Pocatello Police Department. 

Pocatello Police Department Officer Jordan Johnson will provide an overview of the Civilian Respo...

Historic Preservation Commission to Hold Open House at Brady Chapel Nov. 11

An iconic Pocatello building will be opening its doors to the public. 

The Pocatello Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) will be hosting an open house at Brady Chapel, located in Mountain View Cemetery, Monday, November 11 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m...

Leaf Collection Starts November 4 in Pocatello

Next week, the City of Pocatello Sanitation Department’s leaf collection program will begin. 

The 2019 program will begin Monday, November 4 and will wrap up Saturday, November 30. The leaves collected through the program will be taken t...

“Food for Fines” Starts November 1 at the Marshall Public Library

The Marshall Public Library will be accepting a different type of currency to pay off overdue fines starting next month. 

November 1 marks the beginning of the library’s annual “Food for Fines” food drive that allows ...

Idaho Conservation League Artist to be Featured at One-Night Showcase

The Pocatello Arts Council and Station Square are teaming up for a one-night art show from one of the Gem State’s premier painters. 

The works of Carl Rowe, 2019 Idaho Conservation League (ICL) Artist in Residence, will be showcased Wedn...

“Zoo Boo” Slated for October 26 at Zoo Idaho

A scary-good time is on the schedule for Zoo Idaho. 

The zoo’s annual “Zoo Boo” Halloween themed event is scheduled for Saturday, October 26 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Attendees are invited to come dressed in their costum...

Prescription Drug Take-Back Day Planned For October 26

Do you have unused or expired prescription medications? Saturday is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day and the Pocatello Police Department will be accepting medications for disposal from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 911 N. 7th Ave, in the lobby of the polic...

Pocatello Police Dept., Outer Limits Fun Zone to “Handcuff Hunger” October 30

The Pocatello Police Department needs you to help slap a set of shackles on hunger in our community. 

Officers with the Pocatello Police Department are teaming up with Outer Limits Fun Zone for their second annual “Handcuff Hunger&rd...

Pocatello Street Operations Dept. Wraps Paving Year, Treats 30+ Miles

The 2019 paving year is in the books for the City of Pocatello Street Operations Department. 

Over the past year, the department’s crews were able to treat 30.85 miles of road around the Gate City. To maintain the City’s street...

City of Pocatello, USFS Partner for Erosion Control Work on Cusick Creek Trail

The City of Pocatello and United States Forest Service (USFS) are joining forces to do a little work on one of the area’s popular trails. 

Starting the morning of Wednesday, October 16, the groups will be performing erosion control effor...

“Music in the Library” Returns October 26 to the Marshall Public Library

The sounds of jazz will be bouncing off the bookcases at the Marshall Public Library. 

Saturday, October 26 from 2 to 3 p.m., pianist Gabriel Lowman will be performing on the first floor of the library. His setlist will include jazz classics &...

Marshall Public Library Now Offers Kanopy Video-Streaming Platform

After a successful trial run this spring, Marshall Public Library patrons can now stream thousands of films for free. 

This month, the library gave the green light to a permanent subscription to Kanopy, a video-streaming platform. Patrons can now ...

City of Pocatello to Participate in 2019 Great ShakeOut Drill

The City of Pocatello will join with more than 50 million people around the globe in the 2019 Great ShakeOut Drill.

Thursday, October 17 at 10:17 a.m., City of Pocatello employees will participate in the worldwide earthquake drill. The drill allows partic...

Fall Used Book Sale Starts Oct. 10 at Marshall Public Library

An autumn tradition is returning to the Marshall Public Library. 

Thursday, October 10 at 9 a.m. will mark the start of The Friends of the Marshall Public Library’s fall used book sale. The group’s three-day fundraiser will be ...

Terry First Scores Award from Idaho Chapter of the American Planning Association

A joint project from the City of Pocatello Planning & Development Services and Public Works Departments, Community Builders, Team Better Block, and Idaho State University is getting praise from the Gem State’s planning community. 

At...

OktoBEARfest Planned for October 5 at Zoo Idaho

You might want to wear your lederhosen to Zoo Idaho this weekend. 

Saturday, October 5 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., Zoo Idaho will host the Zoo Idaho Zoological Society’s 3rd Annual OktoBEARfest fundraiser. The 21+ only, after-hours event feat...

Marshall Public Library Invites Residents to Participate in ALA’s Nationwide eBook Read

The Marshall Public Library is inviting you to pick up an ebook along with thousands – or possibly millions – of other people across the nation. 

From October 7 through 21, the Marshall Public Library, through a partnership bet...

Historic Preservation Commission to Hold Scavenger Hunt at Mountain View Cemetery

The Pocatello Historic Preservation Commission is inviting residents to go on a hunt through history.  

Friday, October 11 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., the group will host its Fourth Annual Scavenger Hunt at Mountain View Cemetery starting at Brady Cha...

Marshall Public Library Goes Fine-Free for Youth

Overdue fines for youth are a thing of the past at the Marshall Public Library. 

Monday, September 30, the library stopped charging overdue fines for youth ages 17-years-old and younger. Any child or teen who has a late fine can now have their fin...

October 6-12 to be Proclaimed Fire Prevention Week

One proclamation is on the agenda for Thursday’s Pocatello City Council Meeting. 

Pocatello Mayor Brian Blad will proclaim October 6 through 12 as Fire Prevention Week in Pocatello. The 2019 theme is “Not Every Hero Wears a Cap...

West Eldredge Road to be Closed to Through Traffic October 3, 4

Thursday, October 3 and Friday, October 4, West Eldredge Road from Pole Line Road to Hawthorne Road will be closed to through traffic. 

Crews from the City of Pocatello Street Operations Department will be installing a new traffic pole at the inte...

City of Pocatello to Notify Utility Billing Customers Who May Have Been Affected by Data Breach

Friday, the City of Pocatello mailed notices to utility billing customers who may have been impacted by a data breach of the City’s online portal.  

Recently, the City received information that credit card information relating to the por...

Pocatello Animal Services Lowers Cat Adoption Prices, Adds Saturday Hours

Soon you’ll be able to add a feline member to your family for less.

Starting October 1, Pocatello Animal Services is lowering the cost of cat and kitten adoptions to $35 for cats and $50 for kittens, which is significantly less than the previous ...

Pocatello WPC Project Earns Regional Award from ASCE Region 8

After earning top honors at the local level, a collaboration between the City of Pocatello Water Pollution Control and Engineering Departments have now taken home a regional award.

At the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Fall Planning Meeting, t...