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POCATELLO CHUBBUCK 2017 Chamber of Commerce Magazine
The MEC An inside look into Pocatello’s new multipurpose event and sports center
ECONOMIC EXPANSION
The local economy is booming with new businesses and growth
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Experience Bingham Memorial Quality healthcare right here in Pocatello. We’re small enough to care but big enough to do it right Bingham Memorial Hospital provides the following specialties right here in Pocatello. •Back and Spine Care •Dermatology •Diabetes Care •Family Medicine •Hyperbarics
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The Key To Long-Term Growth Is Sustainability The men and women at Simplot’s Don Plant produce crop nutrients that are used by farmers in every state west of the Mississippi River. These nutrients enhance soil fertility and allow the American grower to produce the abundant supply of healthy fruits and vegetables we all enjoy. Many of these same folks have also been key in stimulating the growth of Pocatello and Chubbuck as well. In fact, as the Don Plant has now run continuously for more than 72 years, you’ll now find second and third generations of Simplot employees coaching little league and soccer, and picking up where their fathers and mothers left off…helping their community wherever they can. But, nowhere is the company’s bond with Pocatello felt more passionately than in the Simplot Games. For 39 years we’ve worked hard together to create a world-class high school track and field event that illustrates for young and old alike that the future is what you make of it.
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How the Pocatello-Chubbuck Chamber of Commerce can help yo� ne of my good friends and prior chamber guy uses the analogy “the chamber SAID.” Serves, Advocates, Informs and Develops. We do this in many ways to serve our members. Businesses join the chamber for a variety of reasons based on the type of business they are in. Some businesses are very sales-oriented and they are a member because of all of the great networking events that we hold. Others like the advocacy work we do with the cities, county, state and congress. Businesses like the involvement that the chamber has in economic development issues and helping our community grow. In most cases, it is a combination of multiple reasons. The chamber currently serves a bit over 800 members in the Greater Pocatello area. On top of the items listed above, members like the committees that the chamber has to support the community, as well as many of the different training opportunities that the chamber provides. The different committees of the chamber offer a member the opportunity to get involved in something they are passionate about, like education, beautification, legislative action and many others. A great way to learn more about the community and the chamber is to get involved with the Leadership Pocatello-Chubbuck program. Leadership is a 2-year program that will immerse its participants into the chamber and the many aspects of the business community in the area. The class meets
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monthly for the first year and tours different businesses and hears speakers on a variety of topics. The second year is all about getting involved in the community by attending events and serving on committees and boards. The Pocatello-Chubbuck Chamber of Commerce was formed in 1901 by a group of businessmen who felt the need to work together to improve the economy of the community. They worked to draw in new businesses into the community and to support the growth of the college. The chamber today works on many of the same issues with our legislative council and the Bannock Development Corporation, which was created by the chamber many years ago. Bannock Development works throughout the community and throughout the region with government and business to recruit new businesses and to help retain and grow the businesses that we already have. If you wish to start a new business in the area, Bannock Development Corporation and the Pocatello-Chubbuck Chamber of Commerce are the best places to start. Sincerely, Matthew Hunter
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I couldn’t imagine calling another place home . The beauty of this little valley that our city is nestl ed comfortably into is only surpassed by the beauty of the people who set their roots down in it. We’re a hardworking, friendly, kind and generous lot who know when to roll up the sleeves, and as CBS Sunday Morning correspondent Mo Rocca succinctly put it about our town, “they get stuff done!” Over the last several years, we’ve seen our community use that spirit and pull itself out of the Grea t Recession. In 2015, job and recruiting site Glassdoor found that out of 327 metropolitan areas, the Pocatello Metro politan Statistical Area, which is comprised of Bann ock County and the cities of Chubbuck, Arimo, McCammo n and others, checked in at 27. To put it another way, we scored better than 90 percent of the other metro areas. Glassdoor used data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics on unemployment, total employme nt and hourly wages to reach their conclusion. Numbers from the Bannock Development Corporation reiterate the point. More than 2,000 jobs, $60 million in new salar ies and over $267 million in new private investmen t have come to the area since 2012. Fast forward to the summer of 2016. We were named the number three community in the nation for career opportunities, jumping twelve spots from the year prior by financial technology company Smar tAsse t. Around the same time, college and careers website Good call put us at number 30 out of more than 900 locales of the “Best Places for First Responders to Live and Work .” Tack that on to our previous rankings as a “Best Smal l Place for Business” by Forbes and being ranked as a top place to raise a family, and you’ve got a winning comb ination for business and family life.
Speaking of family, our recreational opportunit ies are second to none. The Portneuf Wellness Comp lex is a jewel any community should be envious of. Boasting a trail, fishing pond, beach, sport fields, basketball courts and amphitheater, this facility can scratch just about any kind of outdoor itch. Our City park system encompasses 26 parks and 351 acres. The more than 50 miles of trails within the City Creek trail system, which allow residents to take a hike or mountain bike ride, are virtually out their backdoor. We’re a daytrip away from two of our country’s most beautiful parks. Skiing and snowboarding are just minutes from home at Pebble Creek, not to mention the other worldclass resor ts a few short hours away. If you are more into the arts, the L.E. & Thelm a E. Stephens Performing Arts Center on the camp us of Idaho State University hosts the Idaho State Civic Symphony, as well as other performances throughout the year. On tap for their “Season of Note” 2016-17 is every thing from Amy Grant and the Irish Rovers, to a laid-back evening with Garrison Keillor. Whether you’re stopping for just a little while or you’re looking to set some roots of your own, our little slice of the world has something for about everyone. Building a business? We’d love to help! Starting a family? It takes a village. Whatever your future may hold, we’re happy you’v e chose to make Pocatello a part of it and hope your stay, whether it’s measured in minutes, days, or years, is a wond erful one. Mayor Brian C. Blad
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WHAT’S INSIDE n Bannock County At a Glance: 9 n Car Dealerships: 10 n Amy’s Kitchen: 14 n Idaho Central Credit Union: 16 n Mountain View Event Center: 20 n Pine Ridge Mall: 22 n Pocatello Regional Airport: 24 n Old Town Pocatello: 26 n Western States Cat: 28 n Top careers: 30 n New restaurants: 32
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BANNOCKCOUNTY a� � glance Pocatello is the largest city in Bannock County, with Chubbuck, the Snake River and the Fort Hall Indian Reservation to the north and the western foothills of the Rocky Mountains to the east, west and south. Though founded in the 1800s as a railroad town serving pioneers during the gold rush, the Pocatello/Chubbuck area flourished during the 1900s and 2000s as one of the largest and most important economic and educational centers in Idaho.
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Idaho 1.65 million
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Hirning Buick GMC 509 Yellowstone Ave. customer service to our customers. We think it's time we have a more convenient location, a more state-of-the-art, comfortable atmosphere. It's just time for us." Garrett said Lithia plans on holding a small opening in the winter time before hosting a large, grand opening once the weather gets nicer in the spring. The new dealership, Garrett says, will further the success Lithia's been experiencing lately. "We're having a great year," he said. "We
anticipate that's going to continue. The economy in Pocatello is nice and strong. One of the things that we notice about the Pocatello economy, we're really a hardworking town with kind of a blue-collar feel to it, and that's representative in the products that we sell, too." Pocatello Nissan Kia recently opened a new location on Flandro Drive, and business development manager Wade Wellard has overseen the progress the store has
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ocatello’s economy continues to see progress, which means so too are the local car dealerships. LIthia Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM of Pocatello, which is located on Pole Line Road, is constructing a new dealership in Chubbuck, and general manager Reed Garrett anticipates the building will be completed by the end of December 2016. The new building will boast a new lounge-like waiting area, drive-in service areas and a children's play area. The new dealership will utilize a smaller space but will be more efficient. While Lithia's current building has served the company well, now's the time to move into a more modern space. "The dealership we're in now, it was good for a long time," Garrett said. "But the way newer dealerships are set up, everything is a lot easter to access. ‌ We're making the investments and spending those dollars locally because we want to make sure we can provide a better experience, better
Phil Meador Toyota 1855 Flandro Dr.
at Robert Allen, says business is gradually blooming as folks catch wind of what the dealership is about. "Our niche is used cars between the year we're at and four years old," Castillo said. "Consumer Reports came out with a report that said the best cars to buy are those that are two to three years old. … Why pay more on a new car when you can save thousands on a slightly used car?" The plethora of dealerships to choose from creates the sense of a buyers’ market in the area as car sellers vie for customers. “The dealerships become so aggressive,” said Pat Murphy, general sales manager at Hirning Buick GMC. “How do we treat our customers? Do we ram and jam or do we treat them as a family member and make it a lifetime experience? It’s important. (Buying a car) is not like
“We’ve been lucky with getting inventory,” Leedgaard said. “We’ve had a great selection of the new vehicles because of our new building. ... We’ve changed our strategy of being very aggressive with our new car pricing, and that’s helped a lot.” The two dealerships that line Flandro Drive don’t have the lone strangleholds on the Pocatello vehicle market. Courtesy Ford & Lincoln is also on Flandro Drive just off Yellowstone Avenue. Farther down Yellowstone are dealerships such as Phil Meador Subaru, Teton Honda of Pocatello, Cole Chevrolet and Hirning Buick GMC. Teton Hyundai of Pocatello is just off Pole Line Road. Robert Allen Auto, which specializes in gently used cars, opened in May 2016 and sits on Fifth Avenue in Pocatello Nissan Kia's old building. Val Castillo, general manager
buying a pair of shoes. A vehicle is the second-most expensive thing a person will ever buy. ... We treat you from now until forever.” While sales and servicing are both going strong, Murphy believes this is just the beginning. If individuals continue finding themselves with more financial freedom to purchase an everincreasing assortment of cars that are getting safer and more fuel-efficient, a steady incline of sales can be expected. “This is just the tip of the iceberg right now,” Murphy said. “The economy is just going to get better, and I’ve been doing this for 35 years, so I’ve seen the ups and downs.” Murphy continued, “A guy once told me, ‘Once you see horses go up and down the street, you know the car business is bad.’ I haven’t seen it yet.”
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made. “As the economy improves, people have more disposable income,” Wellard said. “They like nicer and newer vehicles, and they put money into the cars they currently have to keep them in good running condition.” While cars are leaving the showroom floor at a high rate, Wellard has also seen a massive increase of vehicles come into the dealership for service. Pocatello Nissan Kia is installing new lifts to keep up with servicing demands. And even though the dealership has opened across the street from the newly built Phil Meador Toyota, business is still good. The competition, Wellard says, pushes everybody. “Your competition always makes you better,” he said. “You have to try a little harder and hone your own business skills and your own business philosophies.” Joe Leedgaard, general sales manager at Phil Meador Toyota, couldn’t agree more, adding that having two separate car dealerships down Flandro Drive has helped increase traffic. Leedgaard also said his store’s massive inventory has helped increase sales by almost 7 percent.
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or Pocatello Nissan Kia, social responsibility is deeply rooted in the company’s business model. This devotion to social responsibility has provided extensive benefits to the Gate City area. For the past three summers, the car dealership donated $100 to the Make-A-Wish Foundation every time somebody purchased a car. Each year, the dealership raised approximately $5,000, which helped pay for the wishes of three East Idaho children.
The company also matches each toy donated during their Christmastime Toys for Tots fundraiser. The company also donated a car to the Portneuf Greenway Foundation for a giveaway, a local organization that works to build paved trails across the Pocatello area. “That car helped the Portneuf Greenway Foundation raise 47 times more money than they did the previous year,” said J.D. Smith, marketing director for Pocatello Nissan Kia. Pocatello Nissan Kia is also a sponsor for Classy 97’s Teacher Feature, 13
which recognizes one local educator each week. The winning teachers are then entered into a grand prize drawing for a 3-day, 4-night cruise paid for by the dealership. According to Smith, the company’s community-based business model starts with the dealership’s workforce. The management is routinely coached to do business the right way, and employees are given four hours of paid time each month to volunteer in the community. “It’s about people taking care of people,” Smith said.
AMY’S KITCHEN Organic food company’s Pocatello plant is a ‘dream come true’
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hen Amy’s Kitchen purchased the plant in Pocatello, they made a promise to try and hire back former Heinz employees. They officially opened in December 2014 and out of 75 total new hires, 73 were former Heinz employees. Since then, Amy’s has brought in over 380 new jobs to
Amy’s Kitchen 221 Ore Ida Ct. Pocatello and according to Susan Grelock, the senior communications manager for Amy's Kitchen, the company is just getting started in Pocatello and is looking to grow. “We are a trusted, 30-year old brand that has helped to pioneer the organic food industry,” Grelock said. “We are
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known for the extraordinary care we take to get the very best ingredients and make the most delicious food.” It’s impossible to separate the birth of Amy’s Kitchen from the birth of Rachel and Andy Berliner’s daughter, Amy. Not only is the family business named after her, it’s in her DNA.
In 1987, while Rachel was pregnant with Amy and on bed rest, Andy went looking for ready-made meals at their natural grocery. When he couldn’t find anything organic and vegetarian that satisfied their taste buds, they decided to make their own. They started with a pot pie. Andy and Rachel made them by hand, sold them locally and Amy’s Kitchen began right out of their home. They thought they would remain a small company simply making pot pies, but pretty soon handwritten letters of thanks started pouring in. People wrote letters asking for other products like pizzas and soups, so Andy and Rachel went back to the kitchen. Then letters came in about the difficulty of living with food allergies, asking for gluten-free and dairy-free options. So, of course, the Berliners went back to the kitchen again. “Since we’ve started, we’ve always had strong, positive growth,” Grelock said. “Today, that’s unusual in our industry, but we continue to grow. A lot of that has to do with our innovation and connection to consumers — we’ve never lost touch with our consumers and we continue to grow our product lines to support their needs.” A lot has changed since 1987. Amy has grown up. She and her husband, Jace, play active roles in the company that shares Amy’s name. And together they’ve started a family of their own. “We started in 1987 with a simple mission, which is still true today — to provide delicious, high-quality choices for people when they are too busy to cook,” Grelock said. Amy’s Kitchen has grown up too, going from several family members pitching in anywhere they can, to a wonderful group of employees, farmers and suppliers. But no matter how big the company grows, one thing will always remain the same — the family spirit that permeates every decision made inside of Amy’s Kitchen. “Word of mouth has always been important to us as a brand,” Grelock said. “When people taste our food, they usually enjoy it so much they tell their friends. Today that also takes the form of social media, and we have really engaged followers on Instagram, Twitter and Face-
book.” Amy’s has two kitchens, their flagship plant in California and the kitchen in Oregon. Both of those plants were at capacity and they knew they needed another facility to keep up with the fast growing demand. “At that time, the Pocatello site came available and really saved the day for us,” Grelock said. “It was great for us that we could move right in, and it was great for the community to keep such a major plant in operation.” Local giving committees exist at each of their sites, including Pocatello. “They are just getting started now, reviewing good fits in the community,” Grelock said. “It’s great that so many of our employees are deeply involved in the community, and they have a strong sense of all the nonprofits supporting the Pocatello community. We also support food banks near all of our plants with ongoing food donations.” Grelock added that customers choose Amy’s over competitors because of the unique things that they’ve managed to do, including scaling up homestyle cooking methods to large-scale manufacturing. “It takes a lot more time, care and people to make food this way, but we know it’s worth it,” Grelock said. “This care is what really makes our food so special.” In addition to adding more jobs to the community, Grelock said the transition to Pocatello has been a smooth one. “We had many team members from other sites come out to help get our plant up and running, so that was really helpful,” she said. “It was ideal for us to get the facility when we did, and, even better, we’ve found that the community is so supportive of us. We’re so fortunate to have found so many great employees here who are passionate about their work and committed to putting so much care into Amy’s food.” They were up and running, making their signature mac & cheese, in just seven weeks. “That was fantastic and really helped us to keep up with our sales orders,” Grelock said. “At Amy’s, we think of our Pocatello plant as a dream come true.” 15
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power that they have. When the workforce is happy, excited and energized, then people in the communities that we’re operating in feel that.” Oram, who has been with ICCU for over 33 years, said the company survived the financial meltdown of 2008 following the housing market crash by aggressively lending while many others were pulling back. One of the biggest questions Oram has on his mind is what will happen to financial services over the long haul. “There is a big trend to electronic transactions, and we’re trying to study those trends
Oram. The decision to build the branch on Yellowstone in Pocatello followed a public outcry for additional services. With the expansion comes more opportunity for job growth in the area. “When I started being the CEO of Idaho Central in 2007, we had 268 employees all across Idaho,” Oram said. “Today we’re at 325 just in Bannock County and 750 statewide. That job growth that we’ve seen from 2007 to now in Bannock County alone is significant. And then if you contemplate doubling our floor space here in Bannock County, our employee count could eventually reach 500 or 600 people.” Oram added the decision to headquarter in Chubbuck is because of the tight relationship with Idaho State University and access to well-qualified and educated graduates. “We like to be involved with the university because this is a college town and we’re part of the town, but our relationship with Idaho State is more about hiring and cultivating talent and helping the university expand,” Oram said. While growth is vital to its success, ICCU remains focused on its mission: “Helping members achieve financial success, by providing exceptional service and diverse products to our membership.” This exceptional service starts with treating its employees exceptionally. “We have really good market acceptance and I think that comes from the people we’ve hired and how we train, motivate and reward them,” Oram said. “I’m a real strong believer in our team members and the
Idaho Central Credit Union 4400 Central Way and see what it means for the future,” he said. No matter what lies in store for the team at ICCU, its future will forever be tied to Idaho, and more so to the East Idaho area, particularly Chubbuck and Pocatello. “We’re an Idaho based institution, we intend on staying in Idaho,” Oram said. “We love Idaho, we love the people here and think that the conservative nature of our state serves financial institutions very well. We’re just excited for the long haul.”
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said. “We’ve been building branches for years in other parts of the state, but the Chubbuck branch and the new one on Yellowstone shows a commitment to the towns.” Seven months after the statechartered credit union first opened in 1940, the business reported $298.93 in assets at year-end and 22 members. Almost 75 years later, the credit union has amassed $2 billion in assets in 2015. According to Oram, the extension off the freeway in Chubbuck is just the beginning. “We bought all the property around us to create a campus atmosphere,” Oram said. “As you watch the construction that’s underway right now, there is a lot of landscaping and infrastructure work being done.” The headquarter location will feature another building to serve as a garage storage unit, with a few offices to house a maintenance facilities area. That will be completed around June 2017. In the fall of 2016, ICCU started construction on another facility about the same size of the current headquarters in Chubbuck. Oram said it will be two stories tall instead of four and will house the IT area and call center. It will feature power redundancy, providing 100 percent backup while being disaster-proof. “We will put some people in there that need all-time access no matter what the weather is outside,” Oram said. “That is targeted to be done towards the end of 2018.” ICCU has always had a market in Pocatello, according to
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during the weekends, local youth and club teams will be able to utilize the MEC during the weekdays. According to Cano, recent studies indicated that one thing that was missing from the Gate City area was adequate gym space. With the construction of the MEC, that is no longer a problem.
the economy in Southeast Idaho. According to a 2012 report by ESMI and Drake Cooper, tourists pumped more than $80 million into Bannock County in 2011. Their vacations supported more than 1,545 area jobs and helped pay more than $29 million in wages to hotel and hospitality workers. The MEC promises to boost those numbers for years to come, while also giving visitors the chance to see what the Gate City area has to offer. “It’s really a great marketing feature for PocatelloChubbuck because now people are coming to town from the outside and seeing what kind of a great community we’ve got,” Cano said. “Maybe they want to live here. Maybe they want to bring their company here.” Though the major events will be held
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n the early 1980s, malls across America began their glory days. In 1981, Price Development cashed in on the burgeoning lifestyle trend and built the Pine Ridge Mall. Later owned by General Growth Properties, the mall was home to anchors JCPenny, ZCMI and The Bon Marche (which became Macy’s). For more than 35 years, the Pine
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for our diverse collection of stores ranging from western wear to dozens of popular fashion retailers such as Herbergers, JCPenny, The Buckle, Maurices, Vanity and many more,” said Tia Lloyd, the general manager of the Pine Ridge Mall. “The mall is open seven days a week with over 35 stores and plenty of eateries to choose from.” Sitting near the intersection of the area’s two major freeways, the Pine Ridge Mall now spans 73 acres. Growth at the property has been extensive over the past year. The mall has an 83 percent occupancy rate, and in the last year alone has leased more than 20,000 square feet of retail space, Lloyd said. The 20,000 square feet of new additions only includes what’s inside the enclosed mall. Hobby Lobby and other outparcel additions added 60,000 square feet in the space of a year. Throughout 2016, six new stores and four restaurants have signed on. Today, mall shoppers have six options for dining along with 38 stores to peruse. However, in its early days, the Pine Ridge Mall was more than just a place to shop. Tyler Allen would take her spending money to Aladdin’s Castle, feeding the flashing arcade games while the sweet scent of Mrs. Powell’s cinnamon rolls tempted the teen and her friends. Andy Piantanida remembers flipping through one vinyl record after another while his parents shopped nearby. These were the days of AquaNet and allowances, of food court dates and hours of aimless wandering after school. For those who grew up in the Pocatello/Chubbuck area, the mall’s halls are thick with memories. “There were a lot of great memories there,” Allen said. “I wish it was the mall it used to be.” Today, in the age of e-commerce and in-app smartphone shopping, the mall experience is now different. As the retail landscape changed, so did the Pine Ridge Mall. While Macy’s and ZCMI have gone, anchors such as Sears and Shopko opened in new buildings as the mall expanded. In 2002, ZCMI sold their store in the mall, along with several others, to Dillard's. Dillard's eventually closed this location and Herberger's took over the space in 2012. In August 2006, Macy's closed their location in the mall. The space was later occupied by Party Palace, 23
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the higher the load factor, the more likely it is we could be considered for expanded service.” The passenger count also shows that since a third weekday flight to Salt Lake City from SkyWest Airlines was added to the schedule in early March 2016, the number of passengers has increased substantially. March through June 2015 saw 15,989 people take to the skies at the Pocatello Airport, while the same time period in 2016 had 22,675. “The count definitely shows that more and more people are taking advantage of the benefits of flying into or out of
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When flying in or out of Pocatello, travelers are extended a multitude of free amenities, including the popular free parking. Travelers at the airport can also take advantage of the free Wi-Fi, the shoe-shine station by Meyers Shoe Repair, the book sharing center courtesy of the Friends of the Marshall Public Library, a water refill station from Culligan Water Conditioning
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“We started with nothing and have created a business the whole family is involved in now.” “That family atmosphere extends to our employees, some of whom have grown children working here, as well as husbands and wives, generations who have grown up around these dealerships. We are a family in the truest sense of the word.” Phil also treats his community like family, using his dealerships for local fundraising such as the Pocatello Animal Shelter and Food Bank, Bone Marrow Drives and over the last three years, giving out over 1,500 mountain bikes to students with perfect attendance. Not to mention over $40,000 in ISU athletic f ield improvements.
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lion dollar investment that brought added construction work to the Pocatello/Chubbuck area. Operationally, the company anticipates adding approximately 12 to 15 new Western States jobs. All 115 employees who worked at the previous location on Garrett Way in Pocatello have kept their jobs. They started their first day at the new facility at 8403 S. 5th Ave on June 6, 2016. Not only will the new facility provide Caterpillar new and used machine sales, parts, service and rentals, but it will also be a hub for component rebuilds for other stores and Cat Dealers in the Pacific Northwest and beyond. The new center features state-of-the-art technology and equipment that is maximizing efficiency and expanding service. Western States President Tom Harris told the crowd at the grand opening in July that Caterpillar, which is headquartered in Peoria, Illinois, has several dealers in the Pacific Northwest that this facility can be a resource for. The Pocatello location’s close proximity to phosphate mines and the Idaho National Laboratory added to the company’s decision to expand in Southeast
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of best cities for career opportunities. Having some of the region’s top employers, including Portneuf Medical Center, Union Pacific Railroad and Idaho State University, also helped Pocatello climb to No. 3 on the ladder. “The businesses in our community are finding success, and when businesses are successful, they hire,” Pocatello Mayor Brian Blad said. “Another thing is the quality of our workforce; Pocatellans are hardworking people. Looking at figures from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. From May 2015 to May 2016, our unemployment rate dropped from 3.7 percent to 3 percent. The labor force has also increased by nearly 900
from 42,409 to 43,302.” In the same report last year, Pocatello ranked 15th in the country. Also in 2015, Pocatello was ranked 27 out of 327 cities in recovering the most since the recession. This is the second annual study of the best cities for career opportunities done by SmartAsset. “This analysis confirms what we’ve been seeing in our community for some time now: an economy that’s on an upward trajectory,” Blad said. “Beyond just the economic advantages to living in Pocatello, I would add that we’re second-to-none in terms of recreation opportunities, a place to raise a family and quality of life in general.”
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or many, restaurants are more than just places to eat. That hibachi restaurant might have been someone’s first date. The local hole-in-the wall? A vacation memory. The tried-and-true lunch spot doubles as a makeshift meeting place for an array of local professionals. Around tables across Southeast Idaho, families, friends and colleagues are making new memories and savoring satisfying food while they are at it. In our area, restauranteurs are cashing in on our need for good food in good places with good people. In Pocatello and Chubbuck alone, more than a dozen new restaurants opened in 2016. Most of the new eateries are national chains or franchises and are located around the busy Yellowstone Avenue and I-86 interchange. In 2015, Bannock Transporta-
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tion counted more than 4,600 average daily car trips around where most of the restaurants are popping up. In a county with almost 85,000 people, these blossoming chains give thousands a little bit of everything. For the diner who wants their food to come with a side of entertainment, there’s Fuji Japanese Steakhouse. The Japanese bar and grill that specializes in sushi and hibachi opened on June 20, 2016. Chubbuck is the second location for Fuji, which opened first in Idaho Falls a little over a year ago. Heather Anderson, a server who has worked at both the Idaho Falls and the new Chubbuck location, said there was a niche to fill in the area. “We were always busy at the Idaho Falls location,” Anderson said. “We expect the same here.”
The menu at Fuji includes sushi, Thai food and hibachi. “People think hibachi is really crazy,” Anderson said. “Really it’s just chicken or steak or salmon with rice and salad.” While the hibachi food isn’t too far out of most people’s comfort zone, the show that accompanies it is enough to add a little spice into any night out. Usually, the chef comes out and cooks the food with some added fire juggling and broccoli basketball. The restaurant is family-friendly and is open both weekdays and weekends. Weekday hours are 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. On weekends, the restaurant is open all day from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. For a quick lunch with something to please everyone’s palate, Noodles & Co. is the place to go. The smell of freshly cooked noodle dishes and vegetables being sliced
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than the nationwide rate. Though the opening of the newly built Grace Lutheran High School was delayed slightly, classes for the first freshmen class began in August of 2016. Century High School continues to rank among the nation’s best and was among nine Idaho high schools named to The Washington Post’s list of the most challenging in the country. The area’s high schools also achieved from an athletic standpoint. In the 2015-16 academic year, Century High School won team state championships in boys soccer, girls cross country, volleyball, girls basketball and girls tennis. Pocatello High School took state in boys cross country, and Highland High
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Continued from Page 36 This year, ISU submitted grant-funding applications for more than $97 million, an increase of approximately 7 percent from the previous year. Of those requests, ISU received more than $36 million in awards from externally funded grants and contracts, an increase of approximately 27 percent over the previous year. The university is also taking a key role in medical education in Idaho. The Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine, a private medical school, is set to accept its first students in fall 2018 on the ISU-Meridian campus. The Kasiska Division of Health Sciences will also be expanding its physical therapy program in Meridian, and has expanded its pharmacy program to Alaska. Educating students continues to be the number one priority at ISU, and many facilities have been recently renovated to meet student needs. Last year, the Gale Life Sciences building in Pocatello received a $1.08 million upgrade, including a new state-of-the-art anatomage table, which allows
students to learn using virtual dissection. In Meridian, the recently-opened Treasure Valley Anatomy and Physiology Laboratories is an 18,000-squarefoot, $6 million, state-of-the art facility that is used not only by ISU students, but by high schools and community groups. In Idaho Falls, workers recently completed a 10,153-square-foot renovation to create new offices for resident faculty and new classrooms with distance-learning capabilities. The renovation will expand opportunities for students. Currently, there are 30 undergraduate and graduate programs offered in Idaho Falls. ISU’s Pocatello campus grounds have also seen an extensive facelift, thanks to generous gifts from the Jack and Mary Lois Wheatley family, who have donated more than $1 million to both student scholarships and campus beautification. ISU’s campus is home to more than 2,500 trees and more than 60 varieties of flowers. Since 2012, more than 20,000 bulbs have been planted, and 8,000 annual flowers are planted every year.
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daho State University and the freestanding, privately funded, separately licensed and independently operated Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine (ICOM) formed a partnership in 2016 that officials say every Idahoan will look at with pride. After years of speculation, the partnership provides access to quality health care education, which is a key component to a livable community. The relationship inspires homeowners to spend locally, attracts new residents and lures companies seeking a skilled workforce, according to ISU President Arthur Vailas. “ICOM is a medical school and it’s 42
an Idaho medical school that happens to have a relationship with five other states around Idaho,” Vailas said. “It gives students in the state of Idaho the opportunity to apply for an Idaho-based medical program that will have about 600 seats for students in Idaho, which is wonderful.” Though the school is located in Meridian, officials believe ICOM will directly and inversely affect the entire state of Idaho, and specifically the eastern cities, in terms of economic and financial development. Dr. Robert Hasty, ICOM’s founding dean and chief academic officer, formerly worked at Campbell University, a
129-year-old faith-based university in Buies Creek, North Carolina. “I saw firsthand how a new medical school can be a game changer for a community,” he said. “In addition to all of the positive opportunities, economic advantages and health benefits, a new medical school invigorates a community in a way that only something being done for a great and noble cause can do. ICOM is going to be an incredible medical school that every Idahoan will be proud of.” According the Vailas, ICOM will provide opportunities for financial aid and scholarships for Idaho students, which for him is a big benefit to ISU and Pocatello. Furthermore, the quality of ISU’s curriculum as a whole and the caliber of students that would enroll at ICOM will greatly improve. “We have a chance to evaluate our curriculum and a chance to share ideas regarding medical education delivery right here in our backyard,” he said. “In Pocatello, we have many opportunities for the sciences to get involved in a number of things.” In addition to curriculum development and student recruitment, the ISU and ICOM partnership offers advanced research capabilities previously not possible in Idaho. Ideally, this research will help Idaho rise from 49th among the 50 states in active physicians per capita, 46th in primary care physicians per capita,
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49th in female physicians per capita and 48th in graduate medical education per capita. “We have the opportunity for medical research throughout the state, especially in eastern Idaho because their focus is in primary care, and certainly their intention is to improve health care access in rural Idaho,” Vailas said. What lacks in a lot of medical education is interprofessionalism, according to Vailas. That will not be the case at ICOM. “No longer are you just focusing on the simple doctors but you’re now including other health profession programs to take advantage of an integrated model of instruction in healthcare delivery with the other healthcare professions,” Vailas said. “And that is good and I think ISU with ICOM has a wonderful opportunity to become a pioneer in interprofessional medical treatment and education.” Moreover, ICOM would like to have a clinical site for students in the Pocatello area. If successful, ICOM will send a cohort of thirdand fourth-year medical students to the Pocatello area for their last two years of medical school. The Gate City area would identify a regional dean and medical student coordinator based in Southeast Idaho. All of these factors would have a positive economic impact on Pocatello. According to Hasty, ICOM has commissioned an external consultant, Tripp Umbach, and they have performed an economic impact analysis for ICOM. “Once ICOM is in full operation, they expect over $50 million annually in direct and indirect impact,” Hasty said. “Over the first 10 years of full operation, that is over a half billion dollars. Some of
Dr. Robert Hasty ICOM’s founding dean and chief academic officer
this economic impact will be in the form of revenue for ISU. Also, we feel confident that a clinical site in the Pocatello area would positively affect the economy of eastern Idaho.” The synergetic partnership between ISU and ICOM is the first of its kind in Idaho. “I predict that this partnership will be beneficial to both ICOM and ISU in our efforts to enroll promising students in health education,” Hasty said. The land lease unanimously approved by the State Board of Education will generate $190,000 of new revenue to ISU and will increase annually, Hasty added. “We are in planning phase on several other projects that are also likely to increase revenue to ISU,” Hasty said. “I think that Pocatello's success and growth is closely tied to the success of ISU. The additional revenue will be good for ISU and will ultimately have a positive effect on the economics and growth of Pocatello.”
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astern Idaho is a special place. For the people who live here, looking out for your neighbor is still the rule and not the exception. As the only hospital in Pocatello and Chubbuck, Portneuf Health Partners works to live up to those same values in caring for the wonderful people in our community. The biggest asset we have to help provide world class care to
every patient, every time is the nearly 1,500 people who work at Portneuf. Our valuable employees are neighbors caring for their neighbor. With that personal level of care, they are skilled at incorporating the latest advances to continue to care for patients like they are part of the family. Portneuf is a 187-bed facility with a Level II Trauma Center, Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
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offers recreational and fitness opportunities to people of every ability and every economic background. Third, LHP Hospital Group is the for-profit owner of Portneuf. This is the group that supplies the capital to build a first-rate hospital or to bring essential equipment, services and physicians to our community. Having a for-profit also means Portneuf contributes to the local tax base by paying its fair share in property taxes. Five entities make up Portneuf Health Partners; together each offers its own contribution in making eastern Idaho better. Portneuf Medical Center cares for patients and their families; we understand the importance and value of having a muchneeded support group near when you have to spend the night, need a higher level of care and when you are navigating and partnering with
proven medical professionals. Portneuf Medical Group consists of board-certified, fellowship trained physicians who are employed solely at the hospital or one of its clinics. The Portneuf Health Trust is our not-for-profit owner. The Portneuf Sports Medicine Institute sends certified athletic trainers to help our high school or community athletes be safely while actively participating in their chosen sport. Portneuf Quality Alliance is a network of physicians and providers who are dedicated to offering the best possible care at a competitive price. Together, Portneuf Health Partners play a major role the physical and economic health of the entire community. This is still a place where neighbors look after neighbors and partnerships means we accomplish more than we ever could individually.
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with full-service cardiac care. The Cancer Center offers the most advanced and proven treatments to help patients heal while being close enough to home for patients to be able to sleep in the comfort of their own beds. All of this compliments the other services offered at Portneuf, like hyperbaric wound care, bariatric surgery, open-heart surgery, robotic surgery, total joint replacement and urology Portneuf is a teaching hospital; the next generation of health care workers train at Portneuf including family practice physicians, pharmacists, registered nurses and medical technicians. The commitment to educating people doesn’t end with formal students. Portneuf provides many valuable and free educational opportunities to community members though educational seminars, support groups, first aid clinics, health screenings and self-help programs. We are proud of our commitment to the community’s health and we encourage and support all members of the community to stay healthy. The unique ownership structure of Portneuf benefits the whole community. First, there are local physicians who own shares in the hospital. This ensures that physicians have a voice in how the hospital cares for the community. Second, we have a not-for-profit owner in the Portneuf Health Trust. The Trust’s only mission is to better the health of the community in eastern Idaho through a generous grant program and by investing in wellness. The Trust was the benefactor of the Bannock County’s Portneuf Wellness Complex, a county-owned facility that
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ingham Memorial Hospital opened its doors in 1950 in Blackfoot, Idaho, with a staff of only six doctors and 14 employees. Today, we have assembled the finest medical staff of more than 150 medical providers from throughout the country, covering more than 45 medical specialties, and employ nearly 750 people throughout eastern Idaho. We are a state-of-the-art, 501(c)(3) nonprofit critical access hospital governed by a local Board of Directors, and have healthcare offices in Pocatello, Blackfoot, Shelley, and Idaho Falls. As a regional leader in physician and hospital synergy, our diverse network of physicians, nurses, and supporting staff work hard every day of the year to provide high-quality healthcare services in a caring and compassionate manner.
A YEAR IN REVIEW
Since January, 2016, we have welcomed 18 new medical providers and three new internal medicine residents to our growing healthcare system, bringing leading specialists to the region in the areas of bariatric and general surgery, family and sports medicine, neurosurgery, ophthalmology, orthopedic spine surgery, pediatrics, and pulmonology.
MEDICAL SERVICES IN POCATELLO
While we provide diverse medical care from Rexburg to Pocatello, we have a strong
presence in Pocatello, with 32 world-class healthcare providers based out of six conveniently located offices. Many of the medical specialty services provided at these locations include: dermatology, diabetes, family medicine, mental health, neurosurgery, orthopedic spine surgery, orthopedics, urology, weight loss, women’s health, and so much more.
BINGHAM MEMORIAL’S HEALTHCARE OFFICES IN POCATELLO n Artery & Vein Specialists of Idaho 208-233-4938 n Bingham Dermatology Center 208233-4455 n Bingham Memorial Family Medicine (4th Street) 208-478-7900 n Bingham Memorial Family Medicine (Hospital Way) 208-478-2449 n Bingham Memorial’s Orthopedic Institute 208-239-8000 n Bingham Memorial Physical Therapy 208-782-3993 n Bingham Memorial’s Weight Loss Center 208-782-3993 n Diabetes & Internal Medicine (plus, Osteoporosis care) 208-235-5910 n Idaho Back Institute 208-235-2277 n Idaho Health Institute (care for uninsured, underinsured & those with Medicaid and Medicare) 208-235-2277
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POSITIVE ECONOMIC IMPACT FOR THE SNAKE RIVER VALLEY
At Bingham Memorial Hospital, we’ve always been proud of the positive health impact we’re able to have on residents throughout eastern Idaho. A recent study conducted by Dr. Richard Gardner, PhD, at Bootstrap Solutions, and Thomas Harris, PhD, at the University of Nevada, estimates that Bingham Memorial has pumped more than a half-billion dollars into the local economy. During the past 15 years, we have seen: n 112 percent increase in employee growth n 200 percent increase in medical staff growth n 600 percent increase in gross revenue Overall, we’re proud of the services and employment we are able to offer the residents of eastern Idaho. Our world-class physicians, state-of-the-art facilities, and devoted team allow us to deliver outstanding healthcare and services. We are grateful to be such a strong economic driver, providing benefits to our local counties.
LEADING THE WAY IN HEALTHCARE AND TECHNOLOGICAL ADVANCEMENTS
Dedicated to leading the way and continuing to improve the quality of care our patients receive, we invest in the latest technology and have set the highest standards for surgical education and practice. Today, our providers can diagnose, treat, and manage diseases and conditions that were once unimaginable. We have the largest orthopedic program in eastern Idaho and a comprehensive dialysis program, and are the first center west of the Mississippi River to bring functional medicine and the
treatment of autoimmune diseases to a hospital setting. In addition, the No. 1 choice for patients throughout eastern Idaho seeking surgical treatment for severe obesity, and its related conditions, is Bingham Memorial’s Weight Loss Center, which is the region’s only nationally recognized weight loss program — MBSAQIP Accredited Comprehensive — Center. We were the first hospital in Idaho, and one of the first in the country, to offer the ORBERA™ Intragastric Balloon — a new tool helping people achieve their weight loss goals through a comprehensive, non-surgical two-part program that includes a balloon filling space in a patient’s stomach to reinforce proper portion control. This procedure does not involve any incisions. We were the first and only hospital in eastern Idaho and western Montana and Wyoming to offer the latest technology that can save a foot from having to be amputated. With the LUNA Florescent Imaging System, doctors now have real-time, high quality images of blood supply in vessels, microvessels, and tissue. This helps patients who suffer from diabetic foot ulcers, arterial and venous blockages in the lower extremities, traumatic and chronic wounds. On the leading edge of innovative cardiac care, we were also the first hospital in the state of Idaho, and one of the first in the country, to use a new, minimally invasive catheter system to treat a high-risk patient with coronary artery disease (CAD). Most recently, we’ve invested in the da Vinci Surgical System and now have a comprehensive robotic-assisted surgery program. With our diverse group of specially-trained general, gynecology and urology surgeons at the controls, this system allows for even greater precision, smaller incisions, shorter hospital stays, better clinical outcomes and faster return to everyday activities. As we combine forward-thinking planning with world-class physicians, the advanced procedures we perform are part of what helps people in eastern Idaho live happier, healthier and longer lives. And, with our increasing pool of talent, extensive network of affiliates, new programs and commitment to patient care, we are uniquely positioned to benefit residents of eastern Idaho for years to come.
BINGHAM MEMORIAL IS YOUR PARTNER IN HEALTHCARE
When it comes to your medical care, you and your family deserve the very best. We hope you choose the Bingham Memorial healthcare system for all of your medical needs. We offer high-quality healthcare close to your home. To find a physician near you, please visit: www.BinghamMemorial.org/find-a-physician, or call (208) 785-4100 for additional information about our medical offerings in Pocatello.
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ARiver Runs Through It VISION STUDY LOOKS TO IMPROVE POCATELLO’S RIVER P
ocatello residents want a healthy and accessible Portneuf River. Thanks to a yearlong community wide visioning effort, they have a plan to make that happen. The Portneuf River Vision Study describes this shared community vision for the Portneuf River from the Portneuf Gap to the Fort Hall Indian Reservation boundary. It integrates existing river related policies, plans, and innovative ideas into a single plan, outlining goals and recommendations for improved river corridor management, and identifying opportunities for environmental improvement and restoration. Recommendations are strictly voluntary, and are non-binding on landowners and land managers. The implementation of recommendations is contingent on voluntary actions, future rulemaking, planning, and available funding through various governmental agencies, non-profit organizations, and public-private partnership entities. The Vision Study’s collaborative planning process, led by the US Army Corps of Engineers and the City of Pocatello, involved extensive and repeated public engagement and input. Thousands of community members provided valuable insights about the Portneuf’s history, current conditions, and possibilities for the future. Throughout the visioning process, residents of the Lower Portneuf Valley consistently prioritized a future for the Portneuf River that improves water quality and ecosystem health and enhances recreation and access to the Portneuf. Residents want a functioning river that provides sustainable habitats, increases the amount of floodplain, improves water quality, and connects users with the river. They want a vibrant and valuable regional resource for all citizens to enjoy. In order for this vision to be realized, natural river functions must be restored. These priorities, along with feasibility concerns related to upstream water quality and summer flow, winter flooding potential, implementation costs, and private property rights, were used to generate goals and recommendations, as well as a list of 30 potential projects. The following are some of the top priority short-term (implementation could occur within 5 years) and long-term (5-20+ years) projects:
SHORT TERM PROJECTS
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Cleanup: Develop a water trail for canoes/ kayaks/rafts/tubes with a series of accessible put-ins, take-outs, and parking lots and restrooms from the Portneuf Gap to the Fort Hall Indian Reservation boundary. Remove existing hazardous obstacles such as trash debris jams. Streambank Restoration: Restore eroded streambanks and plant native vegetation. Rainey & Centennial Parks: Setback the levees to create room for river access, fishing & swimming holes, an expanded floodplain with a seasonal wetland and additonal riparian habitat, Greenway trail expansion, neighborhood connections, interpretive and educational signage, and picnic area development. Sacajawea Park: Create river access points for floating and fishing, restore eroded streambanks, and reconnect historic meanders of the river to add stream length and access opportunities. Improve parking, picnic areas, signage, and neighborhood connections. Install Signage to the Portneuf River: Install signage to introduce, educate, and guide users to the Portneuf River and its associated amenities.
LONG TERM PROJECTS
Greenway Extension: Work with willing landowners to extend the Portneuf Greenway from the Portneuf Gap to the Fort Hall Indian Reservation. Develop designs to place trails within the concrete channel and levees, where feasible, to increase river access and minimize landowner privacy concerns. Historic Meanders: Install culverts under the railroad tracks to connect the 50
Highway Pond (near Century High School) and nearby historic river meanders with the Portneuf River and thus expand the floodplain and riparian habitat. Levee Setbacks: Setback levee walls, where feasible, to encourage river meandering and riparian habitat establishment within the levee walls. Concrete Channel Streambank Restoration and Greenway: Construct a meandering low flow channel, with natural stream characteristics within the concrete channel. Add riparian plantings and a recreational trail along the river’s edge within the concrete channel. Center Street Riverfront Shopping Area: Near Center Street, develop a mixed-use district with gathering spaces and outdoor café tables facing the Portneuf. Connect the Portneuf River to historic Old Town Pocatello with a pedestrian mall or similar feature. Memorial Park: Modify the concrete channel and existing park to accommodate an amphitheater, picnic area, Greenway trail, and river access. Raymond Park: Modify the concrete channel and Raymond Park to provide access to the river for floating and wading. Add an amphitheater, splash pad, Greenway Trail, and additional parking to the existing park. Bringing the Vision Study’s recommendations to fruition will require ongoing engagement and support from landowners, government agencies, and many community members. Currently an implementation plan is being developed – and projects such as the Water Trail are underway. Learn more and get involved: http://river. pocatello.us
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hat makes the Simplot Games in Pocatello so special? For one, the annual high school track and field event is an open meet, meaning athletes do not need a certain qualifying time or distance to compete. It is open to everybody — even admission to watch the games at Idaho State University’s Holt Arena is free. Secondly, the event attracts thousands of high school athletes from around the country and around the globe. In the past, the Gate City event has hosted athletes from Canada, Mexico, Australia and over 20 states around the country. Thirdly, the event also attracts some of the biggest names in Olympic history. Young competitors in the past have gotten a chance to mingle with Olympic gold medalists such as Andre Phillips and Stacy Dragila. Since the first time the event was held in 1979, the Simplot Games has become one of the premier high school indoor track and field events
in the United States. Every February, thousands of athletes fill Holt Arena on Idaho State University’s campus to get a chance to compete and hopefully stand on the podium victorious. But the J.R. Simplot Company-sponsored event is about more than just about crossing the finish line, as evidenced during the Simplot Games held in February of 2016.
GOLD MEDAL BREAKFAST
A regular tradition of the games is the “Breakfast with Fosbury and Friends,” where the visiting athletes, dignitaries and Olympians get a chance to meet and mingle. The breakfast is named after high jumper Dick Fosbury, who won a gold medal in the 1968 Olympics and is a member of the U.S. Olympic Hall of Fame and the U.S. Track and Field Hall of Fame. He is also an executive board member and past president of the World Olympic Association. He developed the Fosbury
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Flop and employed the move to win the gold. The technique he perfected is still taught and utilized today. In fact, Steve Hooker, who earned a gold medal in the pole vault in the 2008 Olympics in Beijing, said as a high school athlete he worked to perfect the Fosbury Flop. “I was just starstruck when I met Dick Fosbury,” Hooker said. Hooker, a two-time World Champion and a past Olympic record holder, was the keynote speaker during the breakfast that was held on Friday, Feb. 19, 2016. His career in the pole vault was launched when he was 18 years old, and he competed in the World Junior Championship. He finished fourth and was on top of the world, but the next four years were not good. Injuries sort of mentally crippled Hooker. He didn’t even qualify in Athens in 2004. But he said the trip turned out to be a rewarding learning experience. “The best pole vaulters in the world were there, and I
had an opportunity to watch them,” Hooker said. “The hardest period of your life is when you go from competing as a kid to competing as an adult.” However, the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing was a completely different story for Hooker. Under dramatic circumstances, he twice cleared clutch jumps on his third attempt in the final, before clinching the gold medal with yet another third attempt clearance at 5.90m. With the gold medal secured, he went on to break the Olympic record with another third and final heart-stopper at 19-feet, 6.5 inches. “It was almost like an outof-body experience,” Hooker said. In 2009, Hooker continued defeating world-class fields in New York, Boston, Paris, the Ukrainian city of Donetsk, Stockholm, Sydney and Melbourne before claiming gold at the IAAF World Championships in Berlin. That win was difficult con-
Nine-time Olympic gold medalist Carl Lewis (left) sidering Hooker tore his thigh muscle in training 12 days prior to the final.
BONDING AMONG ATHLETES
Ali Phillips has seen both sides of the Simplot Games. First, she saw it from a Pocatellan’s perspective. Phillips lived in the Gate City for five years and competed at Simplot as a Highland Ram before moving to the Treasure Valley area and spending her senior year of high school at Rocky Mountain High School in Meridian. That’s when Phillips saw the games from a different angle, from the perspective of someone who doesn’t have the Simplot Games in their own backyard every year. “(In Pocatello), we just grow up seeing that. We’ve been around the athletes,” Phillips said. “But in Meridian and in Boise, it’s a big deal to come and compete and to do well. ... It’s cool to see how people on the other side of the state, how other people see the Simplot Games.” Phillips helped the YMCA Team Idaho girls 1,600-meter sprint medley relay team win its heat, sending them to the finals on Feb. 20, 2016. For Phillips, it’s just another Simplot Games, a chance to compete with some of the best athletes in the country. The weight and impact of the games isn’t lost on her, but in the eyes of other competitors from outside Pocatello, the Simplot Games carry a different level of prestige. For Hope Fuller of Weiser High School, a Simplot Games first-timer, the event was a whole new adventure. “It’s so mind-blowing,” she said. “I go to a really small school. ... It’s kind of awesome to come here and compete with all these amazing people from all over the world. I’ve never been able to do this, so I’ve really enjoyed this experience.” Because of the magnitude of the Sim-
plot Games, many athletes are meeting for the first time. Many — including Phillips and Fuller — are thrown on to the same team and don’t have much time to learn about each other until the starting gun sounds. And because of this, the Simplot Games make forming special bonds on the fly easy. Eagle High School’s Billie Gardner, also a member of YMCA Team Idaho, remembered what it was like at the Simplot Games last year when she competed with members of a track and field team from Alaska. “Last time I was here, the whole entire Idaho (team) got a picture with the Alaska team, and that was really cool because we’ve never met these people before,” Gardner said. “But we were able to come out for a sport that we all love and just enjoy it. Meeting other people, competing with people of varying levels, it’s an eye-opening experience.” Bonding over track and field doesn’t just happen between two states. Those same friendships can be forged between athletes from rival schools in Idaho
as well. The YMCA Team Idaho boys 1,600-meter spring medley relay team won its heat too, with Mountain View’s Charles Paul edging his opponent in the final 100 meters. And though he’s on a relay team with athletes he may compete against during the regular outdoor high school track and field season, they’re his teammates at the Simplot Games. “In school, these kids might be your rivals,” said Emmett’s Chase Armstrong. “(Simplot Games) brings you together with people you don’t know.”
A VISIT FROM CARL
If Carl Lewis wanted to stay under the radar during his trip to Pocatello, he didn’t do a very good job. At least not on Saturday, Feb. 20. The nine-time Olympic gold medalist sported a bright red University of Houston jacket while taking in the Simplot Games at Holt Arena. He was announced to the crowd by fellow Olympic gold medalist Dick Fosbury during Saturday’s opening ceremonies. And he watched the games from the VIP seating area, when
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he wasn’t being mobbed by admirers of all ages. “We had to talk him into getting introduced,” said Andre Phillips, who won the Olympic gold in the 400-meter hurdles at the 1988 summer games and has attended the Simplot Games for more than a decade. Lewis is one of the most decorated American track and field athletes of all-time, capturing nine Olympic gold medals and eight world championships among his 22 career gold medals in international competition. He was named Male Athlete of the 20th Century by the International Association of Athletics Federations, Sportsman of the Century by the International Olympic Committee and Olympian of the Century by Sports Illustrated. In 2001, Lewis was inducted into the USA Track & Field Hall of Fame. Lewis flew in to Salt Lake City two days earlier and made what was, to most, a surprise appearance in Pocatello. “I wanted to experience it,” Lewis said. Lewis joined the coaching staff at Houston in 2013 and coaches men’s sprints and men’s and women’s horizontal jumps for his alma mater. He spent part of the day on Saturday watching UH signee Samiyah Samuels compete in the long jump — the sport in which Lewis holds the indoor world record at 8.79 meters (28 feet, 10.06 inches). Samuels finished second in the event. The 2016 edition of the Simplot Games was Lewis’ first in attendance, and he noted the particulars of the event’s setup, which features a wooden, 200-meter track with raised banks and enough seating for close to 12,000 people. “I like the track,” Lewis said. “It’s uniquely different. They used to all be wooden tracks. It’s nice to see one again. And it’s a great setup. It’s easy to see. The fans can really see the field well because you’re back far enough you can see everything.” Multiple record-breaking performances occurred with Lewis in attendance on Feb. 20. And coupled with the fact that the Simplot Games has grown to include athletes from Canada, Mexico and Australia, one of the world’s greatest was taken aback by the level of competition in small-town Southeast Idaho. “The talent’s tremendous,” Lewis said. “You have quite a few No. 1-in-the-nation performances. … So I think the competition’s tremendous.” As Lewis tried to ease away near the conclusion of Saturday’s events, he couldn’t go unnoticed. The bright red jacket and beaming smile wouldn’t go ignored. “I’m used to it,” Lewis said with a grin, “so it’s no problem.”
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fter only three years in existence, the Gate City Grays can already call themselves a dynasty. In their 2014 inaugural year, the Pocatello-based semiprofessional baseball team had the best record in the Northern Utah League. The following year, the scrappy young players battled through an up-and-down regular season to win their first NUL title. Then, as night fell on Pocatello’s Halliwell Park on Aug. 8, 2016, the Grays took home their second straight league championship. During that game, Gate City shut down the Providence Wolverines 5-0 in the second game of a best-of-three championship series. “It means everything,” Gate City skipper Trent Seamons said after the decisive win. “We’re here for the city. We’re here for Pocatello, Chubbuck, the Gate City.” Pocatello was a baseball hotbed in past decades, fielding minor league teams from the mid-1920s through the early ’90s. Hall of Fame manager Tommy Lasorda, who won three World Series titles with the Los Angeles Dodgers, managed the Pocatello Chiefs in 1965. Since the Pocatello
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BIKING
Whether you prefer to ride the mountains or the roads, the Pocatello area has something for you.
Throughout the year, the growing Southeast Idaho biking community has plenty of events for cyclists to show off their skills. Every June, Pocatello PedalFest brings in mountain bikers from around the West to tackle’s the massive City Creek trail system. Weeks later, Pocatello hosts the annual Spinderella ride, a non-competitive road biking event designed to encourage female cycling. Though it was only started a few years ago, Spinderella now brings over 1,000 riders each year to the Gate City. Some of the participants have hailed from Canada and Europe. The local cycling club, Idaho Cycling Enthusiasts, regularly hosts a variety of hillclimbs throughout the summer. The recently
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established 4 Peaks Gran Fondo, where riders tackle four local mountains, is hosted every August. The Tour de Lava, a road cycling event held in nearby Lava Hot Springs in early June, raises money for a different local cause each year. Plus, cyclists in the Pocatello area are only hours away from other well-known rides and races, including LoToJa and the Tour of Utah. But besides the events, what helps set Pocatello apart is the trails.
CITY CREEK
Many of the area’s cyclists often joke that there are more trails in Southeast Idaho
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SOUTH BANNOCK HIGHWAY
But City Creek is not the only high-quality trail system in the Pocatello area. In fact, a car ride down South Bannock Highway reveals why so many trail enthusiasts love Southeast Idaho. First there’s the Gibson Jack Trail. Recently, the Gibson Jack trailhead was rebuilt to accommodate more parking, a move that has been applauded by area recreationalists. From Gibson Jack you can access the City Creek area. Or you can head southwest down Gibson Jack and enjoy some of the finest mountain scenery in the West. Continuing the drive down South Bannock Highway leads to the family-friendly Cherry Springs Nature Area, which features an easy figure-eight paved trail. Slightly past Cherry Springs lies the entrance to Scout Mountain, the towering peak that lies south of Pocatello. Here, hikers and bikers can take advantage of some high-quality, high-altitude trails. The West Fork Mink Creek Trail lies further down the road. West Fork features a steady climb, with fantastic views along the way.
PORTNEUF GREENWAY
In the future, Pocatello residents will be able to hike or bike across a series of paved pathways encircling the Gate City. That’s the dream of the Portneuf Greenway Foundation, and with sections of this grand loop already in place, someday that dream will become a reality. Currently, there are greenway trails along the west side of Pocatello, at the Edson Fichter Nature Area on the southside of town, near Idaho State University and Ross Park, and along portions of the Highland area in the northeast side of town.
PORTNEUF WELLNESS COMPLEX
More paved trails can be found at the massive Portneuf Wellness Complex, located at the northeast side of Pocatello off Olympus Drive and East Chubbuck Road. But there’s plenty of other outdoors activities to enjoy at the 80-acre complex. Opened in 2015, the Portneuf Wellness Complex features numerous outdoor amenities designed to improve the health and well-being of local residents and visitors. Besides the trails, these amenities include a multi-use championship field with stadium bleachers and lighting, six large soccer fields, four sand volleyball courts, a mountain bike park and two basketball courts. The complex also features a 6.35-acre urban fishing pond, where visitors can fish for trout or Kokanee salmon, hang out on the beach or go for a dip in the roped-off swimming section. However, the centerpiece of the complex is the outdoor Portneuf Health Trust Amphitheatre, which hosts a variety of concerts and performances throughout the summer. Since its grand opening in 2015, the 11,000-capacity outdoor venue has hosted the Beach Boys, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Keith Urban, Boston, Styx, Tesla, Bret Michaels, Ratt, Warrant, Dokken and Lita Ford, with more acts coming in 2017. 61
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Located on the south side of Pocatello near Indian Hill Elementary School, Edson Fichter is a family-friendly nature area that features a fishing pond that’s routinely stocked with catchable rainbow trout. Though situated in the city, Edson Fichter gives visitors a chance to feel like they are escaping from busy urban life. Numerous paved trails run through the area, providing peaceful, scenic views of the Portneuf River, with 40 acres of natural landscape dominated by native plant species, trees and spring wildflowers. Besides the fauna and flora, visitors can expect to see mule deer, foxes, osprey, waterfowl, swallows and the occasional great-horned owl hanging around the area throughout the year. There’s even a rope swing in a quiet, shaded swimming area along one of the trails.
FISHING
Urban fisheries, such as the ones located at the Edson Fichter Nature Area and the Portneuf Wellness Complex, aren’t for everybody’s taste. Some anglers prefer the rural isolation of a mountain stream or lake. Luckily, Southeast Idaho is a paradise for those looking to reel in a big catch. The American Falls Reservoir, located a brief drive west of Pocatello, is one of the top local spots for fishing and boating. During the summer months, the reservoir boosts some phenomenal trout and carp fishing. But during the fall, anglers fishing the Snake River below the dam will find some of the best smallmouth bass fishing in the region. How big do the fish get in the American Falls area? In 2011, a 34-pound, 11-ounce cutbow trout (a cutthroat and rainbow trout hybrid) was pulled from the reservoir’s waters. A year later, a woman from the nearby town of Pingree reeled in a rainbow trout that weighed more than 20 pounds from the Snake River above the dam. More fishing holes lie to the south and
southeast of the city, including the massive Bear Lake, the scenic Blackfoot Reservoir and the Oneida Reservoir, which features walleye. There’s also plenty of streams to work, including the trout-rich Upper Portneuf River near Lava Hot Springs and the meandering Bear River near Grace.
GOLF
Need a relaxing day on the golf course? Pocatello has two full-size 18-hole municipal golf courses. Riverside Golf Course off Bannock Highway on the south side features over 6,000 yards of golf from the longest tees and a par of 72. The course’s scenery is absolutely beautiful as the hilly greens line up along the Portneuf River. On the northeast side of the city lies Highland Golf Course. Nestled in the middle of homes in the Highland area, this golf course offers golfers a fun but challenging 18 holes. This course was designed by George Von Elm, a Utah golfer who defeated the legendary Bobby Jones in 1926. If you just need to practice your drive, the Outback Golf Park off Pocatello Creek Road offers far-reaching driving ranges, as well as a miniature golf course and a swimming pool that’s perfect for the hot summer months.
DISC GOLF
It’s easy to see why disc golf has become one of the fastest growing sports since the beginning of the 21st century. The equipment is inexpensive, it’s fun, it’s great exercise, and with the number of disc golf courses doubling between 2000 and 2008, it’s incredibly easy to find a place to play. Fortunately for those who like to throw the frisbee, the Pocatello/Chubbuck area has both volume and variety in terms of difficulty level. For an easy-going round of nine holes, check out Upper Ross Park. The hilly park is popular and wellattended, with terrain well-suited for families. Sister City Park, which is located off Pocatello Creek Road before it splits with
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Satterfield Drive, definitely provides a tough challenge for intermediate disc golfers. The 18-hole course is incredibly varied, starting relatively easy on manicured grass before becoming more technical as you try to navigate the holes through the thick hills and the junipers. ISU’s Bengal Ridge, located near the junction of West Buckskin and American roads near ON Semiconductor, might be one of the toughest disc golf courses in the Northwest. The 18-hole course cuts through the foothills, where there are no trees and few level places to stand. Bengal Ridge is exhausting, but it’s great fun.
SKIING
Whether you prefer the adrenalinepumping thrills of downhill skiing or the solitary activity of cross-country skiing along the trails, Pocatello has you covered. After the snow begins to fall around Christmas time and the dirt on the trails gives way to white powder, many of Pocatello’s trails open up to cross-country skiers. One popular location for crosscountry skiers is the East Fork Mink Creek Nordic Center south of Pocatello. Tucked away in the hills below Scout Mountain, the nordic center offers 21 kilometers of groomed trails for crosscountry skiers and snowshoe enthusiasts. Plus, there’s even a sledding hill and a few trails designated for fat-tire snow bikes. Every January, the center also hosts the annual Potato Cup, a crosscountry skiing event that attracts participants from around the region. For those who prefer downhill excitement, there’s the popular Pebble Creek Ski Area located in nearby Inkom. It’s commonly said that if you can ski Pebble Creek, also known as “the Rock,” you can ski anywhere in the world. But don’t let that intimidate you, because the resort offers trails for multiple skill levels. During the winter season, there’s also plenty of events held at the resort to stay entertained and enjoy some of the finest winter activities Southeast Idaho has to offer.
LOCALDINING
The Pocatello/Chubbuck area has a vibrant restaurant scene, with plenty of local eateries to satisfy any palette. Whether you’re in the mood for a quick bite at a fast food joint, a taste of ethnic cuisine from a faraway land or a trip to a casual restaurant with the family, the Gate City area has plenty to places to choose from. Here’s a sampling of some of Pocatello’s top places to eat, drink and be merry. FAST FOOD
With a wide variety of fast food restaurants, you’ll have plenty of places to choose from when you’re looking for a quick bite. There’s multiple McDonald’s, Subway and Burger King locations, and the food runs the gamut from chicken at the newly opened Popeyes, West-Mexstyle flavors at Taco John’s, and hot submarine sandwiches at Firehouse Subs. Burger King 1315 Bench Road, Pocatello 208-637-8287
208-709-1800 4260 Yellowstone Avenue, Chubbuck 208-237-2088 1011 South 5th Avenue, Pocatello 208-232-8268 Popeyes Louisiana Chicken 4023 Yellowstone Avenue, Chubbuck 208-904-1362 Subway 4544 Yellowstone Avenue, Chubbuck 208-237-5554 1301 South 5th Avenue, Pocatello 208-236-1622
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McDonald’s 831 Yellowstone Avenue, Pocatello
Taco John’s 4050 Yellowstone Avenue, Chubbuck 208-238-2126
Wendy’s 929 Yellowstone Avenue, Pocatello 208-233-8383
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There’s no shortage of restaurants offering American cuisine in the Pocatello/Chubbuck area. Whether you want a steak at Texas Roadhouse, seafood at Red Lobster, or if you want to watch the game over some wings and a beer at Buffalo Wild Wings, the Gate City area has you covered.
Ruby Tuesday 2365 Via Caporatti, Pocatello 208-478-2000 Sandbaggers Bar and Grill 296 Yellowstone Avenue, Pocatello 208-234-9632
Buffalo Wild Wings 4200 Pole Line Road, Pocatello 208-238-5708
The Sand Trap 2720 Bannock Highway, Pocatello 208-232-9850
MacKenzie River Pizza, Grill & Pub 4150 Pole Lind Road, Pocatello 208-904-0700
Texas Roadhouse 560 Bullock Street, Pocatello 208-238-7427
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Zap offers classic Thai cuisine, and Filipino Cuisine serves just that, food from the Pearl of the Orient Seas. Sumisu Sushi and Asian Fusion was recently listed as one of the Top 15 restaurants in the state.
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Fuji Japanese Steakhouse 150 Bullock Street, Suite 8, Chubbuck 208-238-5920
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ITALIAN
It’s hard to believe that Cafe Tuscano, which features some of the finest Italian cuisine in East Idaho, is located in a gas station. For traditional Italian cuisine, check out Buddy’s Italian Restaurant, which has become an icon in Pocatello. Or, if you’re just looking for a quick pizza delivery, give Domino’s a call. Buddy’s Italian Restaurant 626 East Lewis Street, Pocatello 208-233-1172 Cafe Tuscano 2231 East Center Street, Pocatello 208-233-7702 Domino’s 110 Knudsen Boulevard, Chubbuck 208-237-5500 275 Yellowstone Avenue, Pocatello 208-232-4332
MEXICAN
In many ways, Pocatello is a haven for Mexican cuisine. Costa Vida’s fresh dishes will take you to the Pacific Coast, and El Caporal and Señor Iguana’s offers some of the best Mexican cuisine in Southeast Idaho. Mama Inez has been voted the “Best Mexican Restaurant” in Pocatello since 1995. Costa Vida 231 West Quinn Road, #A, Pocatello 208-237-5555 El Caporal 612 Yellowstone Avenue, Pocatello 208-233-9933 Mama Inez 390 Yellowstone Avenue, Pocatello 208-234-7674 Senor Iguana’s 961 Hilline Road, Pocatello 208-233-4422
ASIAN
When it comes to Asian-inspired cuisine, the Gate City has a variety of options. For a classic hibachi menu, check out the recently opened Fuji Japanese Steakhouse. Thai
COFFEE
With the economy in Pocatello and Chubbuck booming in recent years, numerous coffee shops have opened to provide the area’s workforce with plenty of options to get their
Thai Zap 1570 Yellowstone Avenue, Pocatello 208-589-8428
morning cup of joe. The area boasts the nationally known Starbucks, but there’s also plenty of small, independently owned coffee shops throughout town, each with its own unique flavor, atmosphere and menu. Beans and Brews 1319 Bench Road, Suite A, Pocatello 208-238-8828 A Different Cup 928 N. Main Street, Pocatello 760-310-4844 Bru House 502 N. Main Street, Pocatello 208-380-0071 Double Shot 215 E. Cedar, Pocatello 208-317-3751 Java Express 675 Yellowstone Avenue, Pocatello 208-233-4502 Leapknot Coffee Roasters 6065 W. Buckskin Road, Pocatello 432-352-3310 Mocha Madness 546 South 5th Avenue, Pocatello 208-233-2380 Starbucks Coffee 150 Bullock, Chubbuck 208-237-1653
ICE CREAM AND YOGURT
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Arctic Circle, Inc. 198 Yellowstone Avenue, Pocatello 208-232-0523 Kiwi Loco 1595 Yellowstone Avenue, Suite B, Pocatello 208-237-5494
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For phenomenal breakfast and brunch menus, be sure to check out ButterBurr’s, Perkins or Oliver’s Restaurant. Each has a wide variety of homestyle meals. Make sure to indulge with Perkins’ delicious pies and Butterburr’s iconic “Twists,” which are made fresh all day long. To take home some freshly baked bread or delicious soup, check out Panera Bread.
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f you’re looking for some of the best food in Idaho, you don’t have to look further than the Gate City, according to the website movoto.com. Three Pocatello restaurants made the website’s “15 restaurants in Idaho that will blow your taste buds out of your mouth” earlier in 2016. Portneuf Valley Brewing was named No. 2. The “Asian fusion and sushi” restaurant Sumisu was No. 8, and Villano’s Italian restaurant made No. 14. “It’s great recognition,” said Mark Cowman, operations manager at Portneuf Valley Brewing. “I’m impressed by it.” Shortly after the Top 15 list was released in early 2016, Cowman was seen serving a Friday special, chicken Milano, to an appreciative customer, Dustin Butler. “I love the sun-dried tomatoes,” Butler said after taking his first bite. “This is awesome.” Portneuf Valley came in behind firstplace Boise winner, The Fork. Cowman said that’s his favorite place to eat in the state’s capital. “One under The Fork; I’ll take that,” he said. The brewery’s owner, Penny Pink, didn’t open a kitchen at Portneuf Valley until nine years ago. She said making the website’s top 15 list was terrific news. She’s responsible for most of the recipes served at the pub, but has added items developed by her chefs over the years. “I’m very proud of the work they do,”
Pink said. “And I’m happy for the other places on the list. Pocatello is stepping up in the world.” This is what movoto.com had to say about the pub located at 615 S. First Avenue: “Portneuf Valley Brewing is a great place to head if you love good food and great craft beers. Not only does the menu feature something for everyone, with options like lasagna, wings and giant pretzels, whatever your order will pair up perfectly with one of their homemade brews.” Sumisu owners Joshua and Lyndi Smith were pleased their business made the top 15 in the state. “We’re excited about it,” Joshua said. “It’s always nice to be chosen for distinction like that,” Lyndi said. The Smiths have operated Sumisu at 309 East Center Street for the past few years. Joshua said using fresh ingredients and providing the best quality they can has paid dividends for his customers. “We give them the best prices for the best ingredients,” Joshua said. The Smiths said inclusion on the movoto.com list sparked a lot of traffic on social media. They were also quick to credit their head chef, Matt Taylor, for helping make it all happen. “We’ve had wonderful community support, especially from Old Town,” Lyndi said. Here’s what movoto.com had to say about Sumisu: “Umm… have you heard of the “Tiny Dancer,” stuffed full of avocado, spicy tuna, tempura
shrimp, crab, cilantro and cucumber before being deep fried and served with firecracker sauce? How about the “Godzilla” with crab, spicy tuna, tempura shrimp, avocado, asparagus, cucumber, seared salmon and wasabi aioli? This place is truly a standout amongst sushi restaurants, even at a national scale.” Another Old Town Pocatello restaurant, Villano’s Italian, located at 165 N. Main Street, is often packed on Fridays as scores of Pocatello High School students stand in line for orders of pasta and pizza to go. The tables are usually filled with people enjoying the recipes handed down by the grandparents of the current owner, Paul and Shirley Villano. The restaurant manager, Lisa Villano, is married to their grandson, Aaron. “I feel emotional and blessed,” Lisa said about inclusion in the top 15. Villano’s Italian has been open for about two years. Lisa said its success has come from “hard work and dedication.” Here’s what movoto.com had to say about Villano’s: “A must-try nestled in the town of Pocatello, Villano’s Italian never shies away from a little extra cheese. If you’ve got a hankering for pizza, calzones, or baked pastas, look no further. Villano’s will have absolutely everything you need.” For a full list of the top 15, go to: www.movoto.com/id/idahorestaurants/?src=fb.
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The Pocatello/Chubbuck area has a thriving arts and entertainment scene, with plenty of opportunities to listen to live music, catch a play or enjoy fine art. Check out these venues: Lodging, the Aaron Ball Band and the legendary rock band Boston.
PORTNEUF HEALTH TRUST AMPHITHEATRE Since its opening in 2015, the Portneuf Health Trust Amphitheatre has brought some of the biggest names in rock and roll and country music to the Gate City area. The first band to perform at the outdoor concert venue was The Beach Boys, and the big names haven’t stopped coming.
Stay tuned to the venue’s website at PortneufAmphitheatre.com for updates on upcoming performers for the 2017 summer concert series.
PALACE PLAYHOUSE When first-time visitors step foot inside the Palace Playhouse in Chubbuck, they are immediately stunned by the beautiful and ornate architecture.
STEPHENS PERFORMING ARTS CENTER What makes the L.E. and Thelma E. Stephens Performing Arts Center unique is its grand concert hall. The venue located at Idaho State University utilizes the most state-of-the-art acoustical technology. The end result is crystal clear sound and one of the most magnificent listening experiences for audiences. Make sure to check out one of the numerous performances held at the venue each year.
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But it’s the plays and musicals presented at the theater that leaves the biggest impression. Throughout the entire year, entertaining and exciting musicals leave audiences spellbound. Recently, the venue formerly known as the Mystique Performing Arts and Events Center has presented “Mary Poppins,” “Les Miserables,” Seven Brides for Seven Brothers” and “The Addams Family Musical.”
Organizers weren’t exaggerating when they named Pocatello’s annual Fourth of July extravaganza “The Biggest Show in Idaho.”
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Intermixed throughout were various concerts and performances, including Gas, Food &
The event concludes with a massive fireworks display that can be seen for miles. But for over a week, numerous fun, family-friendly activities are held. At the 2016 Biggest Show in Idaho, activities included a wildflower festival, a fishing derby, a basketball tournament, a golf tournament, a rodeo team roping event and a Fourth of July parade.
REVIVE @ 5 The Revive @ 5 summer concert series has become a staple in Old Town Pocatello. Every Wednesday during the hot summer months, the sounds of local bands fill the air at the Old Town Pavilion at 420 N. Main St. Besides the live music, there’s always plenty of food and drinks, as well as numerous booths by local merchants. Make sure to check oldtownpocatello.com/ do/revive-5-summer-concerts this April for the schedule of bands slated to perform during the 2017 summer concert series.
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Lynyrd Skynyrd, Keith Urban, Boston, Styx, Tesla, Bret Michaels, Ratt, Warrant, Dokken and Lita Ford have all brought the house down at the 11,000-capacity outdoor concert venue located at the Portneuf Wellness Complex off Olympus Drive and East Chubbuck Road.
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Everybody involved with the organization is a volunteer, each devoted to bringing the finest theater performances to the Gate City area. Check out the non-profit organization’s website at www.westsideplayers.org for the latest shows.
FIRST FRIDAY ART WALK Want to check out the local art scene? During the first Friday of every month, Old Town Pocatello hosts the First Friday Art Walk, where participating businesses in the downtown area display the artwork of local, regional and national artists. There’s lots of paintings, photographs and sculptures on display, many with the artist on hand to discuss their work. Along the way you can expect live music and plenty of refreshments. There is no charge and the monthly event is open to everybody.
military and local archaeological artifacts. There’s even an authentic Holladay Overland Stage Company stagecoach on display, harking back to the area’s Wild West days. While visiting, make sure to check out the nearby Fort Hall Replica. The facility details the rich 19th century history of the modern Pocatello area. The roads to the replica even follow closely to the original Oregon and California trails, which helped bring the pioneers to the West.
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Wildfires, treehouses and dinosaurs.
Exhibits focusing on these three topics will be coming to the Idaho Museum of Natural History at Idaho State University in 2017. “Living with Fire” will explore the relationship between man and both natural and man-made wildfires in the Gem State. This exhibit will run until September 2017.
Though Pocatello wasn’t incorporated as a city until 1890, the area still has a long, fascinating history.
“Tree Houses: Look who’s living in the trees!” will be featured between February and May. The traveling exhibit by Sciencenter will give visitors the chance to build a model treehouse, stomp on the “Forest Sound Dance Floor” to make a variety of animal sounds and learn about sustainable logging.
Remnants of the past can be found at the Bannock County Historical Museum. The museum houses a myriad collection from the Gate City’s history. Exhibit themes include information on the railroad, Prohibition police evidence, firefighting, ranching, farming, the
Throughout the summer, “Be the Dinosaur” will feature full-size dinosaur bones, a Safari Jeep and a paleontology field station. The museum touts this traveling exhibit as a groundbreaking fusion of state-of-the-art video game technology and traditional exhibits.
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For a truly unique museum experience, make sure to check out the Museum of Clean at 711 South 2nd Avenue. The 75,000-square foot facility is totally devoted to “clean,” with an art gallery and numerous historical antique items and tools related to cleanliness, including an extensive vacuum cleaner collection. Plus, there’s plenty of interactive exhibits for children, making it a fun and unique experience for the entire family. The museum was founded in 2010 by Don Aslett, a local entrepreneur and author who has appeared on several nationally televised programs, including The Oprah Winfrey Show. In 1957, Aslett and Arlo Luke started Varsity Contractors, Inc., a janitorial service. Now known as Varsity Facility Services, the company that was originally created to help pay for Aslett’s tuition at Idaho State University now earns millions in annual revenue.
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If you’re looking to catch the latest flick, the Pocatello area has plenty of movie screens. The Carmike Pine Ridge 11, located at 4355 Yellowstone Ave. in Chubbuck, also features a multi-million dollar BigD screen, the first largeformat theater in the region. There’s also the Reel Theatre, located at 310 E. Oak St. in Pocatello, and the Bengal Theater located in the Pond Student Union Building on the Idaho State University campus.
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UPCOMINGEVENTS If you love speed, roaring motorcycle engines and big jumps, then check out the Pocatello Motocross Park. Located at 1450 E. Pit Road near the Pocatello Regional Airport, the “Friendliest Little Track in the West” hosts a series of exciting races throughout the late spring and into the fall months. For the 2017 schedule, visit thepocatellomotocrosspark. com or call 208-419-MOTO.
If you want to see some of Idaho’s most majestic indigenous species, look no further then Zoo Idaho in Pocatello’s Ross Park. The zoo features bears, bison, deer, elk, cougars, coyotes, eagles, owls and many more. The zoo is open to the public from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays.
The Chrome in the Dome show is Southeast Idaho’s premier car and bike show that gets bigger, better and louder each year. The show will be held on March 17 and 18 at the Idaho State University’s Holt Arena. For more information, please visit www.chromeinthedome.com.
The 7th Annual Gate City Brewfest will return to Old Town Pocatello on March 11, 2017. Come down for an opportunity to sample over 70 beers from some of the most popular brewers in the West. Tickets are $25, with sampling from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.
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