Happening in Pocatello: Drones, Cones, and Springtime Snow

Bannock County is engaging the community in a unique way by holding a "March Madness" style bracket to name its new high-tech mosquito-fighting drone. The Hylio AG-230 will target marshy areas for West Nile virus prevention. The final championship is April 6, with the winner announced the next day. Community members are encouraged to follow the contest on social media.

Pocatello-Chubbuck School District 25 has announced the March C.A.K.E. Award recipients: Anela Jake from Indian Hills and Lilly Russell from Highland High. Anela is recognized for her encouragement, and Lilly for her leadership as Yearbook Design Editor. Crispy Cones on Yellowstone is now open, offering a variety of dessert options. The new business has created twenty local jobs.

Idaho State's Bengal Giving Day raised over $826,000 from 835 donors. The funds will support various university initiatives. The Mayor's Youth Advisory Council is holding an Essential Needs Drive this Saturday, April 4, seeking donations of diapers and hygiene products for the Free Little Pantry. Donations are appreciated.

Residents should prepare for fluctuating weather conditions, with a chance of heavy snow later in the week. Motorists are advised to drive cautiously. Construction is underway on Flandro Drive and Main Street, which may cause traffic delays. Improvements include raised medians, new sidewalks, bulb-outs and curb ramps to improve safety.