Good morning, Twin Falls.

Early Tuesday morning, a local family's trailer home burned down after a suspected space heater sparked the blaze — all three residents escaped uninjured while a neighbor's new car, meant as a Christmas gift, was damaged.

Raising Cane’s new Twin Falls restaurant (823 Blue Lakes Boulevard) will hold its grand opening on Jan.

27 and feature a giveaway for a year of free food. Construction began in May after Golden Corral closed in Aug. 2024.

The report reviews popular Christmas traditions in Idaho, Utah, and Washington, highlighting practices such as Elf on the Shelf, gingerbread house displays, and white elephant gift exchanges — and it notes quirky customs like hiding the pickle.

Readers can compare these with their own family traditions.

Twin Falls High School named Ty Hess Scholar of the Week for his academic excellence.

The honor recognizes his outstanding performance and dedication to his studies at school.

Local ranchers near Bliss reported elk counts nearly 1,000 last winter compared to the typical 30 to 100, and worry that increased recreation may draw more animals to their properties (damaging fences and pasture).

Officials from Fish and Game plan to review the issue as colder weather approaches.

Powerball drawing will take place today at 7:54 p.m. MT with a $1.7 billion jackpot after Monday's drawing produced two winning Idaho tickets + the multiplier doubled their usual $50,000 prize to $100,000 each.

New Year's Eve Party

7 PM - 1 AM — Canyon Crest Event Center — $25-$50 — Ring in 2026 with a festive buffet and evening celebrations.

Comedy Night featuring Jesse Carter

7:00-8:30 p.m. — The Lamphouse Theatre — Tickets available — Enjoy observational humor with comedian Jesse Carter as he shares laughs and life stories.

Free Tax Assistance with AARP Tax-Aide

1-2:30 p.m. — Twin Falls Public Library — Free entry — Get knowledgeable tax help and learn about services offered by AARP Tax-Aide specialists.