Bannock County
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Idaho Falls man convicted for firing weapon at law enforcement
An east Idaho man was convicted Thursday for firing a weapon at a Chubbuck police officer in February 2021. On Thursday, April 21, 2022, a jury found Talon Scott Cavanaugh, 27, of Idaho Falls, guilty of one count of aggravated assault on a law enforcement officer (f)...
Bannock County designated as a “contiguous disaster” area due to drought
The United States Secretary of Agriculture, Tom Vilsack, designated Bannock County as a contiguous disaster area due to the recent drought affecting the state. On Monday, April 18, Secretary Vilsack sent a letter to Governor Brad Little designating two Idaho counties...
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...
Captain Tad Bybee retires from Bannock County Sheriff’s Office after 32 years
Another long-time deputy is announcing his retirement after serving 32 years with the Bannock County Sheriff’s Office. Captain Tad Bybee joined the detention division in October of 1990 and will officially retire on Wednesday, March 16 as the highest-ranking deputy in...
JFAC approves Bannock County’s request for funds for East Idaho autopsy center
The presence of five Bannock County elected officials in Boise proved successful Wednesday morning. The Joint Finance-Appropriations Committee unanimously approved the supplemental appropriation item that would help fund the creation of an East Idaho Forensic...
Letter from Your Elected Official: Tony Manu
The Bannock County Sheriff’s Office has experienced a big shift in leadership within the last two years due to several people retiring, including the former sheriff, chief deputy, a captain, a sargeant, a lead dispatcher, and three deputies. The average years of...
