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'It’s a blessing now’: Pocatello veteran reflects on how PTSD took his marriage and fueled his drive

POCATELLO — Looking back on his life some 50-plus years since the events that led to his post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, Michael Sasseen can see that the disorder isn’t just responsible for driving the behaviors that led him to lose all the precious things in his life. Sasseen believes his PTSD is also behind what he calls a life of overachieving, a driving force pushing him to take on the next project or pursue the next accomplishment, all of it in an effort to never allow the disorder to take hold of him. “I have mastered so many things in my life just running from my PTSD,” Sasseen said. “I had to keep this PTSD brain busy.” But it isn’t just PTSD that Sasseen struggles with. He’s also been diagnosed with bipolar disorder and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, and he’s dyslexic. Even as a kid, Sasseen was focused on achieving and talks about his first job bagging groceries at a local store in Memphis, Tenn., where he grew up. “My first job was at nine years old. I was standing on a milk crate bagging groceries,” he said. “When I wasn’t standing on the milk crate bagging groceries, I

Pocatello, ID · 19h

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Pocatello's Portneuf Valley Brewing Reopens With New Owner, 72-Hour Pizza Dough

Portneuf Valley Brewing in Pocatello has a new owner, a new name and a new signature item: New York-style pizza made with dough that spends 72 hours cold-fermenting before it ever sees a stretch. Tyson Hinz took over the brewery, now called Portneuf Valley Brewing and Pizzeria, and reopened the business at the end of October in the same historic building at 615 S. First Ave.

Pocatello, ID · 22h

East Idaho News

Pocatello to celebrate veterans with a parade Saturday

POCATELLO — People will gather in the Gate City this weekend to celebrate those who made the sacrifice of serving in the United States military. Starting at 11 a.m. on Saturday, veterans and other participants will march in the Pocatello Veterans Day Parade to celebrate the holiday. This is only the fifth year it has been held, after eight decades of no Veterans Day parades in Pocatello, but its organizers see it as part of a long tradition of honoring those who entered the armed forces to serve their country. “For generations, we have (given) thanks and honored the people enlisting and signin...

Pocatello, ID · 15h

Idaho State Journal

Bannock County finds 333 uncounted Election Day ballots in pickup truck a week after marathon count

POCATELLO — Every good thriller has a fake ending, the moment the credits seem ready to roll before one more twist. Bannock County’s election stuck to the script. The county’s fake ending came the morning of Nov. 4, when workers who had fought jammed counting machines for hours finally finished tallying votes around 8 a.m.

Bannock County, ID · 2d

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Talking Zags: Isiah Harwell on his journey from Pocatello to Gonzaga and finding his new home

SPOKANE, Wash. — Isiah Harwell's basketball journey started in Pocatello, Idaho, where his father helped build the foundation for what has become a promising career. Now, the 6-foot-6 sophomore guard is beginning a new chapter at Gonzaga, and he's already making an impression in a Zag uniform. Harwell sat...

Spokane, WA · 2d

Idaho State Journal

Heart of a Servant: Hometown Hero Jordan Johnson reflects on duty, family and gratitude

POCATELLO — Veterans Day often means different things to different people. For Pocatello police Cpl. Jordan Johnson, service to his fellow man is a huge honor and responsibility, a standard of excellence formed by the heroes who came before him. Johnson’s family has a history of service in the military that spans generations. Both of his grandfathers served, something he took to heart when he enlisted in the Idaho Army National Guard at 17. “They came before me and they cleared a path,” Johnson said. “To be able to be counted among them has been this very sacred honor because I always looked up to them so much. So to have people put me in the same category as them is hard for me to fathom.” Johnson was recognized as Idaho State University’s Hometown Hero at a recent football game. His achievements in service have a far-reaching impact, but he said the part of the day he will remember is watching his oldest son smile. “My oldest son has special needs, and we weren’t sure how he would do, because he struggles in environments like that,” Johnson said. “He was the one holding the football, and he had a big

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Idaho State University events this week

Join Idaho State University's Debate Society for a public debate on Wednesday at 6 p.m. in the North/Middle Fork room upstairs in the Pond Student Union. The debate will explore the resolution: Veterans Day and Election Day should be merged into one federal holiday to allow people to vote. The event is free, and all are invited to attend. Refreshments and treats will be provided.

Pocatello, ID · 2d

East Idaho News

Looking Back: Two girls get arrested then quickly marry Twin Falls boys; and charred remains of man found inside home

IDAHO FALLS — EastIdahoNews.com is looking back at what life was like during the week of Nov. 9 to Nov. 15 in east Idaho history. 1900-1925BURLEY — Two Burley girls were arrested, then quickly got married to two Twin Falls boys, the Burley Herald reported on Nov. 12, 1925. The girls, Goldie Cooper and Nina Marston, it’s not clear their ages, left a dance in Burley and drove to Pocatello. They made the drive with Claude Jones and Lawrence Hanson, both boys from Twin Falls. When they got to Pocatello, they checked into a hotel. The article doesn’t explain exactly what happened, but Pocatello off...

Twin Falls, ID · 3d

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Veterans Day Dinner at Pocatello Elks Lodge

The Pocatello Elks Lodge and AMVETS Post hosted their Veterans Day dinner Wednesday evening. Veterans got to enjoy a lasagna dinner for free, while guests could pay to support veteran causes. The dinner was just one of the events put on by the Pocatello Elks-AMVETS Joint Veterans Committee since they...

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Mitchell’s career day helps Highland knock off Eagle, secure semifinal berth

POCATELLO — After 30 varsity games across three seasons with the Highland Rams, senior Cedric Mitchell was determined to have his high school career continue beyond Friday’s state quarterfinal road game. Mitchell, who rushed for 68 yards and three touchdowns when Highland lost to the Eagle Mustangs on Aug. 21, produced the biggest rushing performance of his varsity career, running for 220 yards and two scores against those same Mustangs Friday night. For leading the Rams to a 28-14 upset at Eagle High School, Mitchell is the East Idaho Sports District 5 Athlete of the Week. Not only were the 2...

Pocatello, ID · 2d

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Big Sky Breakdown: Jordan Tripp on Griz vs. Idaho State & knocking Jordan Cook off his spot

Skyline Sports analyst and former NFL linebacker Jordan Tripp joins Colter Nuanez to preview Montana’s showdown with Idaho State in Missoula, a game that could swing the Griz playoff picture ahead of the Brawl of the Wild. They break down why the Griz have to pressure Jordan Cook and...

Idaho State Journal

Reel Colorful: Historic Pocatello theater unveils bold new murals

POCATELLO — For 77 years, the building at 310 E. Oak St. has been a fixture of the community, a locally owned movie theater that has drawn generation after generation through its doors. Now it is stepping into its next act, with new murals sprawled across its exterior. The theater opened in 1949 as the Crest Theatre and reemerged in 1986 as the Reel Theatre. Saundra Lewis began managing it in 1988 and bought it in 2000. The Reel has functioned as a second-run movie house for decades and recently replaced its weathered and chipped mural with brand-new displays from local artist Nick Hottmann. The previous pitted patina of the exterior walls got a new cream coat over the summer, which laid the foundation for Hottmann’s contemporary-meets-classic design. Lewis worked closely with Hottmann on a design that would be a spiritual successor to the 2011 mural painted by local high schoolers. Lewis said the theater initially tried to save the older mural. The paint kept flaking whenever workers tried to stabilize it, and an attempt to have Hottmann add to it failed. After 15 years in the elements, Lewis decided to start fresh. The new artwork keeps the theater’s old

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Home boys: Blackfoot football finishes 2026 unbeaten on home sod

Attention Under Armour marketing executives: You want to dominate a slice of the eastern Idaho market? Sure you do. How about getting a stranglehold on brand loyalty in an up-and-coming place called Bingham County? Heck, for the right football sponsorship deal, you may even land the Blackfoot Broncos — a team that lived up to your trademarked slogan “protect this house” with uncommon grace in 2026. The Broncos closed out the fall season at 6-5 Friday night in the Treasure Valley, eliminated from the 5A bracket by the Bishop Kelly Knights for the second straight season. Behind that painful reality lurks a statistical silver lining: The Broncos were unbroken and unbeaten in all five of their home games. Unlike the 2025 game, when BK handled the Broncos 40-8, the 2026 rematch ended 42-28 and was in doubt until the final minute. “We fought the whole way and a pick-six with one minute left sealed it,” Blackfoot coach Josh Stewart said. “We were really happy with how hard we competed.” That win is good news for the 10-0 Knights, because the team that eliminated Blackfoot in each of the previous two seasons went on to win the state title (Hillcrest in

Blackfoot, ID · 22h

Idaho Press

Update on Idaho counties with vote-tally troubles

Bannock County became the latest Idaho county to uncover a post-election reporting problem after officials found 333 ballots from the Pocatello 2 Precinct missing from election-night totals. The votes have now been added, and none of the county’s races changed outcome. Find out how the discrepancy was caught and why state officials say the reconciliation process is a critical election safeguard . Full recount verifies Latah County results More than 2,300 early-voting ballots were missing from Latah County’s public election-night totals, but a complete recount has confirmed that the mistake did not alter any winners. Officials traced the problem to results that were counted by tabulation machines but not fully transferred to the state reporting system. See how close one local levy came to its required approval threshold and how the recount was conducted . Also: Boise hits pause on mega data centers Boise has temporarily shut the door on applications for large data centers while city officials study how such projects could affect water, power and land use. The six-month moratorium drew strong public support and could be followed by an interim ordinance as the city works toward permanent regulations. Learn what types of projects are covered by the

Bannock County, ID · 21h

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Idaho Election Officials Find 2,675 Ballots Left Out of Results

Thousands of ballots were missing from reported results or went uncounted on election night.

Latah County, ID · 2d

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Tree Lighting, Light Parade and Concert coming to Shoshone-Bannock Casino Hotel

The holiday magic is arriving at the Shoshone-Bannock Casino Hotel on November 22, with a community celebration featuring a tree lighting, light parade and a free concert.

Fort Hall, ID · 1d

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Bengals Beat Aggies 54-41 as Caldwell Scores 13

The Idaho State Bengals beat the Utah State Aggies 54-41 at Dee Glen Smith Spectrum. The post Bengals Beat Aggies 54-41 as Caldwell Scores 13 appeared first on Ball Exclusives .

Logan, UT · 1d

Idaho State Journal

Snake River’s Gwen Jones goes from an hour to live to state champion

Matt Jones picked his spot with about 600 meters to go. There was a short straightaway there on the Portneuf Wellness Complex course, with fewer people crowding the rope. He knew he'd have a second, maybe two, to get his daughter's attention. When Gwen Jones came around the hill, she was in about 21st place, farther up than he expected. He trotted alongside her. "Gwen, you're doing so good, and I think you're going to get a medal," Matt remembered telling her. "But if you want to help your team win state, you've got to pass that group ahead of you." She glanced over at him. "I saw determination just take over her," Matt said, "and she took off." It scared him a little. She still had 600 meters to go. It wasn't the first time she'd scared him. Two years earlier, doctors gave her an hour to live and warned she might never run again. On Halloween, the Snake River junior helped her team win a state title. "I get really emotional even thinking about it now, watching every race she runs," said her mother, Emily Jones. "There's a really realistic possibility that she shouldn't even be here." THE

Blackfoot, ID · 20h

Idaho State Journal