Good morning, Twin Falls.

The Gold Buckle Club kicked off its Cowboy Christmas event Friday morning at the Twin Falls County Fairgrounds in Filer to raise funds for the Magic Valley Stampede Rodeo.

Festivities continue today from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. with vendors selling western wear, food, and jewelry and live music filling the day.

Raising Cane’s in Twin Falls is set to open soon after a local report said it would start on Feb 3; however, company officials stated that changes in building plans mean no firm date is set yet—job postings show the restaurant is getting ready.

The report adds to local talk as several eateries have closed and new ones are under construction.

A friend said Raising Cane’s had a Feb 3 opening date but the company later said changes in construction could push back the schedule and did not confirm a date—job postings and local speculation indicate the restaurant may open soon.

This mixed messaging comes amid a year of restaurant closures and new entries in Twin Falls.

Local farmers in Burley are working on winter maintenance for nearly 50 pieces of equipment to get ready for spring planting.

They clean, inspect, and repair each machine—efforts that help avoid costly delays in harvest deliveries this summer.

Christmas tree permits have been available since Nov 14 and anyone who wants to cut a tree must log in to or create a Recreation.gov account or visit the Minidoka & Ketchum Ranger District offices to get a permit that includes a map, regulations, and tips; fourth graders with an Every Kid Outdoors pass can receive a free permit when a $2.50 reservation fee is applied.

The City of Twin Falls is accepting applications for a vacancy on its Public Arts Commission—this group directly shapes the city's visual and cultural landscape.

Interested residents are encouraged to apply soon to contribute to local artistic decisions.

Branches and Bridges Uniting Cultures Lecture

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Herrett Center — Free entry — Explore community empowerment through education and cultural connections.

The Life & Photography of Clarence Bisbee

11 AM — Twin Falls Public Library — Free entry — Discover the legacy of local photographer Clarence Bisbee through a captivating talk by Librarian Jennifer Hills.

Brett Reid with Rob Harding: Season’s Best

7:30-10 p.m. — Magic Valley Arts Council Sligar Auditorium — $15/MVAC Member, $20/Not-Yet-Members — Experience a delightful evening of music with Brett Reid and Rob Harding.