Applications are now open for Idaho’s Property Tax Reduction (PTR) program and Property Tax Benefit for Disabled Veterans, which help qualified Idahoans save up to $1,500 on their property taxes. The PTR program, formerly known as the “circuit breaker,” reduces...
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Public asked to help shape the future of Bannock County
BANNOCK COUNTY, Idaho - People are moving to Idaho, and Bannock County is starting to feel the impacts of that growth. In planning for the future, Bannock County Planning & Development is asking for your help as we rewrite the 2040 Comprehensive Plan. “The...
Letter from Your Elected Official: Jeff Hough
One of my goals as Commissioner is to help Bannock County become a leader in the State. As the end of 2023 draws near, I can't help but reflect on what we did that moved us towards that goal. One of our most visible accomplishments was a successful concert season at...
Annual Pearl Harbor remembrance ceremony returns to Pocatello for 82nd anniversary
Bannock County Veteran Services is inviting the community to a ceremony honoring those lost in the infamous attack on Pearl Harbor 82 years ago. People are invited to join together at the Pearl Harbor Memorial Bridge on Thursday, Dec. 7, at 11 a.m., for a beloved...
Bannock County homeowners will see $15 million in property tax reduction; tax bills will be mailed next week
BANNOCK COUNTY, Idaho – Homeowners in Bannock County will soon know how much they will save on their property taxes this year. In 2023, the Idaho Legislature passed House Bill 292 to reduce property taxes by about $300 million. The reduction comes from three areas: ...
Bannock County and Ian Munsick gift portion of concert ticket sales to Highland High School restoration
POCATELLO, Idaho - Bannock County and country music artist Ian Munsick are donating a portion of concert ticket sales to help restore Highland High School. On Tuesday, Nov. 14, the Bannock County Commissioners presented a check for more than $6,600 to the...
National Adoption Day event on Nov. 17 to offer information about adoption
The 6th Judicial District is hosting a National Adopt Day Celebration that will offer information about adoption. On Friday, Nov. 17, the 6th Judicial District is hosting a celebration featuring information about adoption as well as youth and adult speakers, including...
More than 10,000 lbs of hazardous waste collected in 2023
More than 10,000 lbs. of hazardous waste were diverted out of the Fort Hall Mine Landfill this year, protecting local drinking water from contamination. This was done through Bannock County’s Household Hazardous Waste Days, a program that allows residents of the...
911 callers can now share video to Bannock County dispatch centers
POCATELLO, Idaho – People in need of emergency services can now send live video to all dispatch centers in Bannock County. On Monday, Oct. 23, the Bannock County Sheriff’s Office implemented new technology to enhance 911 services and allow callers to send live video...
Bannock County launches new system for employee recruitment
Bannock County is rolling out a new system for listing vacant jobs and receiving applications. On Friday, Oct. 13, Bannock County’s Human Resources Department officially launched the new system called ApplicantPro. “We’re excited to implement ApplicantPro because...