Good morning, Pocatello.

Bunzow Glass Company will host its 9th annual Crafts and Drafts event on Black Friday, November 28 and on Shop Small Business Saturday, November 29 at Portneuf Valley Brewing in Pocatello—running from noon to 6:00 p.m. each day where local artisans sell handmade gifts with beer available for guests.

A local Secret Santa is giving part of a $1M donation to caring families in eastern Idaho this holiday season, and Blaine and Kim, who set aside retirement plans to care for their special needs teen Titan + his brothers, received an early Christmas gift that honors their hard work.

Shay's Pie Place is in our studio showcasing delicious pies for Thanksgiving and inviting locals to taste seasonal treats.

Pocatello residents will see the sixth annual Scrooge’s Christmas — a Theatrical Ballet, a local adaptation of A Christmas Carol, with two performances scheduled this Saturday at 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. featuring community dancers of various ages and supporting the Maria Neumann Memorial Scholarship Fund.

Zak Bagans and his Ghost Adventures crew visited The Yellowstone Restaurant earlier this week to investigate 27 resident spirits—drawing a crowd of curious Pocatello locals who watched the paranormal investigation; the event highlighted the restaurant's reputation for eerie attractions.

The City of Pocatello welcomed Liam Hughes as its new Animal Services Manager.

He accepted the role in September and relocated with his family in October, bringing experience from shelter operations and animal cruelty investigations in Maine and Washington, D.C.—Mayor Brian Blad said his fresh perspective will boost the city's animal services.

The Idaho State Department of Agriculture issued a warning Thursday after equine virus outbreaks in multiple states and recommended Idaho horse owners cancel upcoming equine events and temporarily halt all equine movements—steps intended to curb the virus spread.

Today, Pocatello father Matthew Rymer received a $50,000 smile makeover through the Second Chance program by Oral Surgery Specialists of Idaho and Sage Dental.

His year-long process gave him new teeth made of titanium and zirconium—technology that promises a strong, lasting smile.

The Idaho State Bengals will play their final game on Saturday as they try to finish with a .500 record or better by beating in-state rival the University of Idaho Vandals — a win that would bring the Potato State Trophy to Pocatello for the first time.

The team recently won the Train Bell Trophy over Weber State and looks to build momentum into the offseason.

The Forgotten Carols Musical

7:30-9 p.m. — Pocatello High School — Cost varies — Experience a heartwarming Christmas musical filled with laughter and touching melodies.

Omaha Mavericks vs. Idaho State Bengals

11 AM — Recreation & Wellness at Reed Gym — Cost info unavailable — Watch an exciting women's basketball game as the Mavericks face the Bengals.

ISCS Concert: Joy to the World

5:30-11:30 p.m. — L.E. and Thelma E. Stephens Performing Arts Center — Tickets available — Celebrate the holiday season with a festive concert featuring the Idaho State-Civic Symphony.

Laughing All The Way Holiday Show

7 PM – 1 AM — Pocatello High School — Ticket information TBA — Celebrate the season with this sold-out yuletide extravaganza featuring comedy and cheer.

Kurt Bestor Christmas

7:30 PM - 1:30 AM — L.E. and Thelma E. Stephens Performing Arts Center — Ticketed event — Experience the magic of the season with Utah’s favorite holiday concert featuring live music and festive humor.

PVFM Winter Market

12-5 p.m. — Museum of Clean — Free entry — Celebrate the season with music, magic, and local crafts at a festive winter market.