BLACKFOOT — City officials have confirmed that Starbucks, one of the world’s most recognizable coffee brands, is preparing to open its first location in Blackfoot this year. We don’t have details on when the store might open, but it will likely be this spring,” Allen said. In recent years, Starbucks has focused on expanding beyond major metropolitan areas, targeting smaller and mid-sized communities with strong demand, steady growth, and convenient access for commuters. The Blackfoot Starbucks will add another nationally recognized chain to Blackfoot’s growing commercial corridor along Parkway Drive, an area that continues to see new development and increased traffic. EastIdahoNews.com reached out to Starbucks’ corporate media office for additional details regarding the Blackfoot location, but did not receive a response by publication time.