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After Thanksgiving tradition: Christmas in the Nighttime Skies returns for 35th year
POCATELLO — A treasured holiday tradition will once again light up the Gate City as the 35th annual Christmas in the Nighttime Skies returns Friday, Nov. 29 — continuing a community celebration that has lasted for more than three decades. Presented by the Marine Corps League and other local sponsors, the event brings thousands of area residents together for bonfires, food, fireworks, and the true spirit of giving. But this year’s celebration almost didn’t happen. Toys for Tots organizer Jini Meeks said the event was at risk when the Vicki Jenkins family, which has organized the celebration sin...
The Hollywood Reporter
Jackson Hole Film Festival Adds ‘Song Sung Blue’ as Closing Night Film, Nikki Sixx-Led Panel for Sunset Marquis Doc (Exclusive)
The Jackson Hole Film Festival has added a number of additional films to this year’s edition, including setting Craig Brewer’s Kate Hudson and Hugh Jackman starrer Song Sung Blue as its closing night film. Nominations for the 2026 European Film Awards Unveiled The festival, the third edition of which will take place from Dec. 11-14 in Jackson, Wyoming, is presented in collaboration with the Hamptons International Film Festival and was founded by Hamptons festival chair emeritus and former Silvercup Studios owner Stuart Suna, who lives in Jackson Hole. The films are all selected by Hamptons festival chief creative officer David Nugent. The festival will open with Orlando von Einsiedel’s The Cycle of Love , with the director in attendance for a post-screening conversation, and has also added a screening of Sunset Marquis doc If These Walls Could Rock , with Motley Crue’s Nikki Sixx, also a Jackson Hole Film Festival board member, leading an introduction and post-screening conversation with filmmakers Tyler Measom and Craig A. Williams. The doc about the West Hollywood hideaway features interviews with Ringo Starr, Slash, Cyndi Lauper, Morrissey and Dave Grohl, among others. Additional films added to this year’s lineup include Joachim Trier’s Sentimental Value and
Idaho State Journal
Christmas in the Nighttime Skies returning Saturday for 35th year
POCATELLO — Bigger, brighter and better than ever, the 35th annual Christmas in the Nighttime Skies returns for an unforgettable evening, providing holiday cheer and cherished memories for adults and children alike. The magical holiday tradition, presented by the Marine Corps League, brings the Gate City community together for a night of dazzling sights and Christmas themed delights.. From 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Bannock County Event Center, 10588 Fairground Drive, on Saturday, area residents can cozy up to glowing bonfires, stacked hotdogs and enjoy the crisp November weather with friends and families, all while supporting a worthwhile cause. A spectacular aerial fireworks display, produced by ACME Pro Pyro, begins promptly at 8 p.m. Entry to the event requires a simple donation of a toy, which will be distributed by the Marine Corps Toys for Tots Foundation to children in the community who might otherwise go without a gift on Christmas morning. “This year’s celebration also marks the beginning of the nation’s 250th anniversary — a perfect moment to gather, give thanks and spread generosity to those who need it most,” a Marine Corps press release said. “For many kids, this toy is the only one they will
KPVI Newschannel 6
The Rexburg Tabernacle is Hosting a Thanksgiving Celebration
Rexburg Arts is hosting their annual Thanksgiving Morning Celebration this turkey day. The traditional celebration will be held in the historic Rexburg Tabernacle at 10 a.m. on Thursday. The central focus of the event, the community choir, has been re-hearsing for several weeks in preparation. Musical offerings include songs of...
East Idaho News
Long-running Historic Downtown parade to kick-off Pocatello’s Christmas season
POCATELLO – A decades-old parade through the heart of the Gate City is set to usher in its Christmas season yet again. The Christmas Night Lights Parade will take place on the day that it has for at least 35 years, which is Friday, Nov. 29, the day after Thanksgiving. “It’s really the official beginning of the Christmas season,” said Stephanie Palagi, the president of Historic Downtown Pocatello. The parade has been a tradition for so long now that despite Palagi running it for 20 years now, she doesn’t know how it began. But she pointed out that the city had similar Christmas parades even bef...
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14 Idaho Doughnut Shops That Easily Compete With The Nation’s Best
Idaho might not be the first place that comes to mind when thinking about world-class doughnuts, but the Gem State has quietly built a reputation for incredible bakeries. From vegan creations to classic glazed treats, these shops prove that small-town charm and big-city flavors can coexist beautifully. Whether passing through Boise or exploring Twin Falls, these doughnut destinations deserve a spot on any food lover’s must-visit list.
KIFI Local News 8
Idaho Falls Kicks Off the Holiday Season with Annual Tree Lighting
East Idaho News
Project honoring late Rexburg father and daughter moves forward as family hopes Johnny Depp will join film
REXBURG — Eight months after 41-year-old Eddie Grampp died of an aggressive brain tumor, his wife says their family is healing day by day and pushing forward with a project he hoped would preserve their deceased daughter’s memory forever. Eddie passed away in March after a 13-year battle with glioblastoma. His final wish was to see progress on “Golden: A Rumpelstiltskin Tale,” an animated film he created to honor his 3-year-old daughter, McKaylee, who died in a tragic accident ten years ago. RELATED | As he prepares to die, this father has a final wish for his daughter killed in an accident Si...
East Idaho News
Pocatello-original ballet adaption of a timeless Christmas tale playing this weekend
POCATELLO – Audiences will have a chance to witness a theatrical ballet performance of a classic Christmas story, adapted by Pocatello locals, on only one day this year. The sixth annual “Scrooge’s Christmas – a Theatrical Ballet” is scheduled to show for two performances this Saturday, a matinee at 2 p.m. and one at 6 p.m. This ballet is an original adaptation of “A Christmas Carol,” created by Tiffin Bennent, the ballet director, with assistance from her husband, Geoffrey Bennett. “This production continues to be a work in progress—as we expand to include new facesand abilities—and we are in...
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The Soul of Teton Pass
Teton Backcountry Alliance is protecting a local gem, one skier at a time. Editor’s Note: Tragically, Jay Pistono passed away on September 18, 2025, only a short time after this interview was conducted. To honor Jay’s legacy — his passion for protecting Teton Pass and all of its users — we have included the article as it was originally written.