Happening in Pocatello

Join Mark and Joleen on Happening in Pocatello for a candid look at the headlines, heartbreaks, and high-calorie treats shaping the Gate City this week. In this episode for March 30, 2026, we dive into the "March Madness" bracket to name Bannock County's new mosquito-fighting drone, provide a sobering update on the Olpin preliminary court hearing, and celebrate the local students earning C.A.K.E. awards for their outstanding character. From the massive success of Idaho State University's $826,000 Giving Day to the grand opening of the Shark Tank-featured Crispy Cones on Yellowstone, we balance the community's big wins with the gritty realities of local life. Stay prepared with our breakdown of the upcoming "fake spring" weather shift, essential needs drives for the Mayor's Youth Advisory Council, and the latest construction updates on Flandro Drive. Whether you're here for the "European-inspired" pastry cones or a reality check on the local housing market, we offer a comprehensive and slightly cynical guide to everything happening in our corner of Idaho.

Welcome to another episode of 'Happening in Pocatello,' your primary source for the high-altitude drama and municipal updates of the Gate City. This week, hosts Mark and Joleen dive into the national spotlight hitting Cesar Chavez Avenue and the city's 'measured' response to the renaming debate. We break down the upcoming 10-year vision for the ISU neighborhood--monorails likely not included--and discuss the bizarre local 'bomb' scare that turned out to be nothing more than cigarettes and bad timing. Between analyzing School District 25's math-cutting budget and the soul-crushing reality of local real estate prices, we find time to review Brick 243 Gastropub and check the pulse of ISU sports during 'Starch Madness.' From the 'fake spring' weather traps to the eternal construction at the Center Street Underpass, we're covering everything that makes living in Idaho an endurance sport. Subscribe for your weekly dose of Pocatello news, local grievances, and honest takes on the state of the city.

Join Mark and Joleen on Happening in Pocatello for a grounded yet candid look at the headlines shaping the Gate City this week. From Idaho's $44 million budget deficit and rising gas prices to a record-breaking March heat wave triggering Red Flag Warnings, we deliver the news with a necessary side of local skepticism. This episode covers the essential updates you need to navigate life in the 208, including SD25 kindergarten registration, the Highland High rebuild timeline, and the latest shifts in the Pocatello real estate market. We also balance the heavy hitters with a look at the local scene, featuring reviews of The Union Taproom, a preview of the Comedy Project's 48-hour Improvathon, and a warning about the hazards of North Idaho wildlife. Whether you're tracking ISU softball or just trying to survive the latest round of road construction, tune in for a comprehensive brief that embraces the reality of our beautiful, dusty disaster.

Welcome to Happening in Pocatello, your essential weekly briefing on the Gate City's most pressing--and occasionally preposterous--headlines for March 9th, 2026. This episode, hosts Mark and Joleen navigate fifty-mile-an-hour gusts to bring you the full story behind a bizarre DUI incident on Garrett Way, critical updates on federal indictments in Bannock County, and the latest leadership shifts within the Pocatello-Chubbuck School District. We provide a balanced look at the local real estate market's "stabilization," offer a survival guide for the new I-15 interchange construction in Inkom, and highlight upcoming community events like the Gate City Brewfest and ISU's Big Sky Tournament run. Whether you're dodging rogue tumbleweeds or tracking the latest water line projects on Mar Vista, tune in for a comprehensive, slightly gritty look at why living in Idaho's high-desert tundra is a long-term endurance test worth taking.

Join Mark and Joleen for a raw yet reliable look at life in the Gate City on this episode of 'Happening in Pocatello.' As we navigate a March "fool's spring" filled with mud and unexpected road construction on Grizzly Avenue, we dive into the headlines that actually matter: from sobering federal labor exploitation charges to the record-breaking 92% graduation rates at School District 25. We explore the irony of Idaho's $1.3 billion rainy day fund while local students fundraise for the arts via bake sales, celebrate the legendary barefoot sprint of Jackson Laird at the Simplot Games, and review the heart-clogging comfort of Jumbos XPress Cafe. Whether you're looking for details on the Historic Downtown Artwalk, the upcoming Tech Expo, or the brutal reality of the local housing market where "affordability" feels like a punchline, we provide a balanced, slightly cynical, and thoroughly local perspective on everything making waves in Southeast Idaho.

Join Mark and Joleen on 'Happening in Pocatello' for a grounded, comprehensive look at the current pulse of the Gate City. This week, we tackle the heavy news surrounding the LA Semiconductor WARN notice and its impact on the local workforce, alongside a bizarre tale of identity theft at a local gas station. We provide updates on the perpetual construction at the Center Street Underpass, the city's new mobile service app, and the ongoing debate over Idaho public school funding. On a lighter note, we celebrate the ISU Bengals' recent victory led by Gus Etchison's 36-point game and share a review of the fine dining at the historic Yellowstone Restaurant. Whether you're tracking high-density real estate trends like Elevation 5000 or looking for a rundown of this week's community events and a realistic local weather forecast, we deliver the essential Pocatello news you need with just enough insight to keep it interesting.

Welcome to Happening in Pocatello, where hosts Mark and Joleen navigate the construction zones and quirky contradictions of Idaho's Gate City. This week, we're dissecting the logistical mystery of Presidents' Day garbage pickup, Sunnyside Elementary's potato-fueled fundraising, and the "catastrophic" Medicaid cuts facing the community. From a local MMA fighter's legal troubles and the heartbreak of the ISU Bengals losing the "King Spud" trophy to an honest review of the 5th Street Bagelry's parking nightmare, we provide a grounded yet slightly cynical look at the news that actually matters. We also dive into the latest on the eternal Center Street Underpass project, the reality of the 2026 local housing market, and a weather forecast that proves winter isn't finished with us just yet. Join us for a balanced mix of community updates, local drama, and the occasional reality check on life in a town that's basically one giant construction zone with a university attached.

In this February 9th episode of Happening in Pocatello, Mark and Joleen break down the surreal news of the city's fifth-place ranking in the Milken Institute's Best-Performing Cities index, a feat that feels as unpredictable as the local wind gusts. We balance the celebration of local hero Breezy Johnson's stunning Olympic gold in Cortina with the sobering reality of major faculty cuts and the controversial "CHESS" merger at Idaho State University. Between debating the merits of a potential Chick-fil-A versus the grease-filled glory of Buddy Boy Drive-In and tracking a local furniture heist that defies logic, we take an honest look at rising real estate prices and the latest AI-driven shifts on the District 25 School Board. Whether you're navigating the Center Street underpass detour or prepping for a Valentine's foam party at the fairgrounds, join us for a frank, locally-focused look at the economic vitality and everyday absurdities of life in the Gate City.

Join Mark and a reluctant Joleen for your weekly dose of Pocatello news and commentary on 'Happening in Pocatello.' This week, we tackle the surprising news of a local singer's Grammy nomination and the not-so-surprising arrival of national politics with ICE protests bubbling up in Eastern Idaho. The city feels unnaturally quiet, prompting a deep dive into the shocking lack of action on the crime blotter and a suspicious absence of new road construction to ruin your commute. We also discuss the eerie silence from School District 25, review Mo'Bettahs Hawaiian food, preview the Stacy Dragila Invitational track meet at ISU, and navigate the Pocatello real estate market's new housing plans. From community events at Mink Creek to the full weekly weather forecast, we cover everything you need to know about life in the Gate City, with our signature blend of local insight and skeptical resignation.

Your essential audio guide to the Gateway to the Northwest. This week on Happening in Pocatello, hosts Mark and Joleen tackle the local Idaho stories that matter, from a shocking car theft in Chubbuck to the leadership shake-up at the Pocatello-Chubbuck School District. Join them for a balanced look at the eternally delayed Raising Cane's, a tribute to the glory of Arctic Circle's fry sauce, and the latest on ISU Bengals basketball. Plus, they commiserate over the never-ending road construction, break down the sluggish Pocatello housing market, and give you a full rundown of local weekend events and the weather forecast. If you're looking for an honest and occasionally cynical take on life in Bannock County, tune in to find out what's really happening in Pocatello.