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Southeast Idaho Transportation acquires Yellowstone Transportation

POCATELLO — Southeast Idaho Transportation has acquired Yellowstone Transportation, expanding its fleet and service offerings across the region. The acquisition combines Yellowstone's long-distance transportation experience with Southeast Idaho Transportation's group transportation capabilities and operational scale, according to a news release. The combined operation now features a larger fleet, including luxury vehicles and party buses, with expanded capacity for large groups, special events, corporate travel, airport transfers and private transportation needs. Southeast Idaho Transportation is now one of the most comprehensive transportation providers in the region, the release states. "Yellowstone Transportation has built a strong reputation for dependable, professional service, and we're excited to continue that legacy while offering customers more options, more availability, and greater flexibility," said Michael Blakey of Southeast Idaho Transportation. Existing Yellowstone customers will receive the same personalized service they are accustomed to, with the added benefit of expanded resources. Current bookings will not be affected by the transition. Both companies are committed to serving individual riders, families, corporate clients and large groups, and the merger is expected to improve scheduling, vehicle availability and accommodations. Customers with questions can contact Blakey at 208-223-6299 or visit southeastidahotransportation.com.

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Construction on Center Street Underpass project begins

POCATELLO — The Center Street Underpass project is officially underway. Crews are repairing the gateway to Pocatello’s historic downtown, installing new retaining walls and safety features at the underpass that 10,000 drivers use daily. Workers completed waterline replacements, abutment preservation and storm drainage installation in 2025 before the project delayed in June following a comprehensive review and required approvals from Union Pacific Railroad. With the required permits obtained, current work focuses on excavation and shoring to support upcoming structural improvements including repaired abutments, new retaining walls, updated sidewalks and refreshed fascia and portal features at the pedestrian tunnels. The underpass has undergone several revisions since its creation in 1945 to address flooding and improve quality. The Blackfoot-based Cannon Builders crews are working with a full-service civil engineering group with locations in Idaho and Utah, Civil Science, which is providing construction engineering and inspection services, to install soldier pile shoring along the southwest side of the underpass, according to a city news release. Pedestrian access remains available via the north pedestrian tunnel during construction. Public Works Director Tom Kirkman said crews are focused on excavation and one retaining wall, with one traffic lane possibly reopening in about six weeks. Work will