Saturday, November 30th, 2024

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Good morning, Idaho Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 30th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Idaho Falls YMCA Christmas tree lot has opened, with all proceeds supporting their scholarship program for children's education and youth sports. KXPI
- ➤ A Secret Santa in eastern Idaho is donating $1 million to help deserving individuals, including Jennelle, who was critically injured in a car accident and is now receiving an early Christmas gift. East Idaho News
- ➤ Yessi Puerto Vallarta, a family-owned Mexican restaurant, has been offering authentic dishes in east Idaho for over 25 years, featuring popular items such as Pollo a la Crema and Chile Rellenos. East Idaho News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Black Friday in Idaho Falls saw heavy shopper turnout at major retailers, with Americans expected to spend an average of $900 on holiday purchases, the highest since 2019. KXPI
- ➤ Idaho Falls promotes Small Business Saturday, urging community support for local merchants with special deals to bolster the local economy. KXPI
TRAVEL NEWS
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Celtic Woman Concert
Experience the enchanting music of Celtic Woman at the Civic Center for the Performing Arts in Idaho Falls.
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East Idaho Jazz Society Blues Night at Pachangas
Experience an evening of Blues music with the East Idaho Jazz Society, featuring jam sessions every first Tuesday of the month at Pachangas.
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TaVaci Children's Christmas Concert
Experience an entertaining hour of holiday cheer featuring 220 talented local children performing fun songs, comedy, and delightful surprises.
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Idaho Ballet Theatre Presents The Nutcracker
Experience the enchanting performance of The Nutcracker by the Idaho Ballet Theatre at the Colonial Theater.
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Find Santa's Puppy Adventure
Experience a festive scavenger hunt in downtown Idaho Falls as you help Santa locate his puppy, Tracker, with a map card that leads you to various businesses for fun and prizes.
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Third Annual Yule Makers Market
Experience a holiday celebration featuring unique gifts created by local artists and makers at the Yule Makers Market.
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Santa Photos at Grand Teton Mall
Families can enjoy taking photos with Santa at Grand Teton Mall with walk-up availability throughout the day.
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Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center Trauma Grand Rounds 2024
This event focuses on in-depth presentations and discussions on trauma-specific topics and policy changes aimed at improving patient care for the hospital's clinical staff.
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IdaSec Community Meetup
IdaSec is a free, inclusive social meetup aimed at uniting individuals interested in information security and technology in the Idaho Falls area.
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Dizzy Horse Backyard Ultra - Winter Running Challenge
The Dizzy Horse Backyard Ultra is a unique winter ultramarathon in Idaho Falls where runners complete a 4.167-mile loop every hour until only one remains, fostering community and camaraderie among participants.
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