Bannock County
HighlightsHere you’ll find all news releases from Bannock County.
Bannock County Coroner Torey Danner honored with prestigious Mills Adler Award
Bannock County Coroner Torey Danner was recently honored with the prestigious Mills Adler Award for his outstanding leadership and dedicated service to county government in the state of Idaho. The award was presented at the annual Idaho Association of Counties (IAC)...
Public input needed to update Bannock County Land Use & Development Ordinance
BANNOCK COUNTY, Idaho – Bannock County Planning & Development is seeking the public’s help as staff works to rewrite and modernize the county’s Land Use & Development Ordinance. The proposed update will combine the County’s eight current land use ordinances...
Bannock County Voters Prepare for November 4 Election
Bannock County, Idaho — The Bannock County Elections Office is encouraging residents to get ready to cast their ballots in the upcoming city and local taxing district elections this November. On the ballot are several key races, including Mayor, City Council, and...
West Nile Virus-Positive Mosquito Pool Confirmed in Bannock County
Southeastern Idaho Public Health (SIPH) and Bannock County Mosquito Abatement have confirmed a West Nile Virus (WNV) positive mosquito pool in Public Health District 6, located in Bannock County. No cases of WNV in humans have been reported. Bannock County Mosquito...
Bannock County releases FY26 budget proposal for community’s input
BANNOCK COUNTY, Idaho — Bannock County has released its proposed budget for the upcoming fiscal year and is asking residents to review it and provide feedback. The budget outlines how the County plans to use taxpayer money and other revenue to pay for essential...
Deceased Identification: two-vehicle crash near Blackfoot
The Bannock County Coroner’s Office, in cooperation with Idaho State Police, has confirmed the identity of the deceased following the two-vehicle crash that occurred southbound on Interstate 15 at milepost 89 near Blackfoot on Friday, August 8, 2025. Deceased: Nancy...
Bannock County’s “The Village” Honored with National Achievement Award
POCATELLO, ID — Just two years after its creation, Bannock County’s The Village: A Place for Youth and Families has been recognized nationally for pioneering a new program for at-risk youth. The Village recently received a 2025 Achievement Award from the National...
The Bannock County Fair is Going Wild—August 4–9 in Downey
DOWNEY, Idaho — The beloved Bannock County Fair returns to Downey next week with a wild theme: It’s a Jungle Out There! From August 4 to 9, the fairgrounds will be buzzing with food, music, animals, and exciting events for the whole family. This year’s fair is extra...
Bannock County to Celebrate Grand Opening of New Exhibit Hall at Fairgrounds in Downey
DOWNEY, ID – Bannock County is excited to announce the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the brand-new Bannock County Exhibit Hall, taking place Monday, August 4 at 5:00 p.m. at the Fairgrounds in Downey. The event will mark the official opening of a long-anticipated...
Bannock County Coroner Torey Danner Named Partner of the Year by Family Services Alliance
Pocatello, ID — Family Services Alliance (FSA) is proud to announce Bannock County Coroner Torey Danner as the 2025 Partner of the Year. Danner was honored for his outstanding commitment to supporting families in crisis and advancing FSA’s mission to provide critical...
Deceased Identification: single-vehicle fatal collision North of Chubbuck
The Bannock County Coroner’s Office, in cooperation with Idaho State Police, has confirmed the identity of the deceased following the single-vehicle collision southbound on Interstate 15 at milepost 73 just north of Chubbuck on Thursday, July 10, 2025....
Open Burn Ban Begins July 1st for Bannock County Wildland-Urban Interface Areas
BANNOCK COUNTY, Idaho - Starting July 1, 2025, a ban on certain types of fires will be in place for all of Bannock County: Inkom, Arimo, Downey, McCammon, Lava, Pocatello Valley, Chubbuck, Pocatello, and North Bannock Fire District. Many of the fire officials from the...
