The Sixth Judicial District Magistrates Commission will conduct interviews of candidates for magistrate judge to succeed the Hon. Bryan K. Murray on May 6, 2022, at the Bannock County Courthouse, RM 301, beginning at 8:30 AM. The candidate names and interview...
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Letter from Your Elected Official: Sheri Davies
Many thanks and hearty congratulations are extended to each and every member of the Assessor’s Office team as they have successfully wrapped up the requirements of the current 5-year plan. Everyone’s hard work and dedication have paid off, and we could not have gotten...
Summer concerts, events resume at Bannock County Event Center for the 2022 season
A summer of fun and music is ramping up at the Bannock County Event Center and Portneuf Wellness Complex on Fairgrounds Drive in Pocatello. Various events are scheduled all season long, including the Summer and Country Concert Series at the Portneuf Health Trust...
High school, junior high state rodeo championships to be held at Bannock County Event Center
The Bannock County Event Center is pleased to announce that it will continue hosting the Idaho High School Rodeo Association and the Idaho Junior High Division Rodeo State Championships. On February 24, the Board of County Commissioners approved contracts to continue...
Bannock County committed to preserving groundwater
Bannock County Planning & Development recently completed a survey to gauge how residents feel about growth in our area. They received more than 700 responses from residents, who all offered their own unique insights and opinions. Enthusiasm for growth and...
Letter from Your Elected Official: Jeff Hough
I love Economic Development. It is essential in helping build a thriving community with the amenities people want. One of the projects I have been working on is developing a brand for Bannock County to help with our Economic Development efforts. The term Place...
New law will keep estimated 44 Bannock County residents on property tax reduction program
The Bannock County Assessor’s Office is aware of the recent changes made to the Property Tax Reduction Program, formerly known as the “Circuit Breaker.” Governor Brad Little signed House Bill 481 on March 29, effectively keeping approximately 40 Bannock County...
Sixth Judicial District Magistrate Commission to select new judge, requests public comment
The Sixth Judicial District Magistrate Commission will be selecting a magistrate judge to replace the Honorable Bryan K. Murray, who will be retiring effective 07/01/2022. The Magistrate Commission asks you for your help in the appointment by providing us with your...
Bannock County to host Critical Incident Stress Management training for area first responders
Local first responders are forming a support team to help each other recover from traumatic incidents. The Bannock County Office of Emergency Management is partnering with the Greater Idaho Healthcare Coalition to host a Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM)...
Bannock County officials award contracts for jail medical bay renovation
Bannock County officials recently awarded contracts for the renovation of the Detention Center’s medical bay to several East Idaho companies. After 27 years of use, the medical and dental units at the Bannock County Detention Center, located at the Sheriff’s Office on...