Happening in Pocatello: Neon Lights, Rabid Raccoons, and the 250 Year Hangover

Happening in Pocatello: Neon Lights, Rabid Raccoons, and the 250 Year Hangover

"Happening in Pocatello" returns to sift through the debris of an aggressive 250th Fourth of July weekend, offering a grounded yet slightly cynical look at the news, infrastructure, and occasional existential dread of the Gate City. This episode, hosts Mark and Joleen discuss the sealing of the Marshall Public Library time capsule, Mayor Dahlquist's "new era" of data centers and yard sales, and why you should definitely avoid the local raccoon population's current "zombie apocalypse" distemper phase. We provide critical updates on the Highland High School rebuild progress, a review of the historic Yellowstone Restaurant, and a survival guide for the upcoming Neon Fest and Firecracker Frenzy fun run. Whether you're navigating the massive new construction projects on Hiline Road or bracing for a 98-degree weekend heatwave, join us for an honest breakdown of Pocatello local news, Idaho State sports, and the reality of the regional real estate market--delivered with just enough bite to keep it interesting.

Happening in Pocatello: Knights, Dust, and the 250th Countdown

"Happening in Pocatello" delivers the essential June 29th, 2026, news for the Gate City, where the relentless wind gusts and community spirit are currently in a dead heat. In this episode, Mark and Joleen provide a grounded look at local life, covering everything from the aftermath of the Mystic Realms Fantasy Fair and the expansion of Off the Rails Brewing to serious safety updates regarding recent accidents at Barton Road and Scout Mountain. Between navigating the "orange cone" social experiment of downtown construction and checking in on Sal the Salamander at the library, the hosts weigh the excitement of the upcoming America 250th Anniversary against the reality of a soaring housing market. Whether you're interested in the "battle of the suburbs" fireworks competition or need the week's volatile weather forecast--which swings from thunderstorms to a blistering 90-degree Sunday--this episode offers a balanced perspective on surviving and thriving in Southeast Idaho with just enough bite to keep it real.

Happening in Pocatello: Fire, 4-Day School Weeks, and the Best Damn Ice Cream

Stay cool with Mark and Joleen on this June 22, 2026, episode of Happening in Pocatello as they navigate a week defined by scorched hillsides and questionable local decision-making. We dive into the containment of the Gap Fire and the BLM's rapid response, the school board's "slow-burn" committee approach to the four-day school week, and a blunt reminder to lock your doors following a string of avoidable University-area car burglaries. Between updates on the ongoing I-15 interchange headaches and the steady $370k median home prices, we highlight the best of the Portneuf Valley--from Scoops N Sliders' latest "Best Ice Cream" win to the classy new expansion at Cafe Tuscano. Whether you're preparing for the 90-degree heatwave or looking forward to Saturday's thunderstorm-induced cooldown, this episode provides a grounded, slightly cynical, and essential guide to everything currently shaping life in the Gate City.

Happening in Pocatello: Dust, Dads, and Dirt Roads

Strap in, Pocatello. If the 36mph wind gusts don't blow you to Wyoming first. On this episode of Happening in Pocatello, Mark and Joleen tackle the gritty reality of life in the Gate City, from the Red Flag warnings and patchy blowing dust to the eternal orange cones of downtown construction. We're breaking down the latest local headlines, including the SD25 trustee vacancy, a major business fraud sentencing, and why the real estate market is still hitting wallets with a $360,000 median list price. We also find time to celebrate some local winners, highlighting Highland Baseball's historic season and the Poky girls' basketball state title, plus a much-needed shout-out to the best steak in town at The Bridge. Whether you're dodging flying tumbleweeds, checking out the Portneuf Valley Farmers Market, or just trying to navigate school board politics, join us for a balanced look at the news, events, and local grievances that make our corner of Idaho home.

Happening in Pocatello: Monday June 8, 2026

Welcome to "Happening in Pocatello," your essential weekly briefing on the news, culture, and occasional chaos of this wind-swept corner of Idaho. Join hosts Mark and Joleen as they navigate the local landscape, covering everything from critical safety updates in the historic district and new mountain bike trail grants to the "creative" crime reports keeping local authorities busy. We dive into the start of the School District 25 Summer Food Service Program, offer a survival guide for the city's notorious road construction, and provide a balanced look at a real estate market where "modest" often comes with a premium price tag. Between updates on the ISU Bengals and previews of Revive at 5, we even find time to review the garlic-soaked legends of Buddy's Italian Restaurant. Whether you're dodging potholes on 5th or browsing the Portneuf Valley Farmers Market, subscribe for a grounded, slightly sharp, and thoroughly local perspective on the place we call home.