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Feeling ripped off on Valentine’s Day? Popular chocolate boxes look big, but have more plastic than ever

February 14, 2023 11:22 AM CNN Newsource

By Parija Kavilanz, CNN Get ready for heartbreak in the candy aisle. As Valentine’s Day arrives, so does the annual frenzy to buy or gift the…

Harsh winter impacts local florists on Valentine’s Day

February 14, 2023 11:59 AM Braydon Wilson

This winter has given us lots of snow, and while it can mean lots of fun in the snow, it has impacted local florists in their preparations for…

The Animal Friends Humane Society in Hamilton

This Ohio animal shelter will write your ex’s name in a litterbox for Valentine’s Day

February 12, 2023 5:55 PM CNN Newsource

By Zoe Sottile, CNN It’s the purrfect way to get back at your crappy ex. This Valentine’s Day, an Ohio animal shelter is offering to…

The lanterns symbolize driving out darkness and bringing hope to a new year.

Celebrating the Lantern Festival, Lunar New Year’s grand finale

February 2, 2023 7:55 PM CNN Newsource

By Maggie Hiufu Wong, CNN As this year’s Lunar New Year celebrations draw to a close, it’s time to get ready for the grand finale, a.k.a.…

Valentines wanted for seniors

February 1, 2023 10:51 AM Kailey Galaviz

JustServe Idaho Falls is looking for those who want to share the love this Valentine’s Day…

The bizarre history of Groundhog Day

February 1, 2023 8:33 AM CNN Newsource

By Scottie Andrew, CNN Every year, Americans in snowy states wait with bated breath to see whether Punxsutawney Phil will spot his shadow. And every…

Some highlighted Lunar New Year-related objects on show include a pair of golden gourd-shaped decorations.

How to celebrate Lunar New Year like an Emperor

January 22, 2023 9:41 PM CNN

Rebecca Cairns and Kristie Lu Stout, CNN It’s Lunar New Year. Wearing their finest festive clothes, an 18th century family sits down to feast…

Ammon Icy Inferno Christmas Tree Bonfire set Saturday

January 20, 2023 11:26 AM News Team

The City of Ammon will hold the annual Icy Inferno Christmas Tree Bonfire and fireworks show Saturday, Jan. 21 at 6:00 p.m. at McCowin…

January 16 is Blue Monday — the third Monday of January

The ‘Blue Monday’ depression peak isn’t real, but seasonal blues are. Here’s what to do

January 16, 2023 2:30 AM CNN Newsource

By Kristen Rogers and Rob Picheta, CNN As if we needed any more reason to ruminate over pandemic life’s daily plights, today (January 16) is…

A pedestrian passes a Target store in the Tenleytown neighborhood of Washington

What’s open and closed on MLK Day 2023

January 15, 2023 6:01 AM CNN Newsource

By Ramishah Maruf, CNN Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebrates the birthday of civil rights leader the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., who won the Nobel…

Embarking on a difficult workout may sound like a great way to see progress fast

How to restart our New Year’s resolutions

January 13, 2023 6:44 AM CNN Newsource

By Katy Milkman, CNN It’s that time of year again. You’ve set a New Year’s resolution and haven’t stuck to it. It’s…

Macy’s chair and CEO Jeff Gennette said lulls during the non-peak holiday weeks “were deeper than anticipated” and that consumers will continue to feel pressured into 2023

Macy’s says its holiday sales will be lower, citing inflation pressures

January 7, 2023 12:54 PM CNN Newsource

By Ramishah Maruf, CNN Turns out inflation may have put a damper on the holidays. Macy’s chair and CEO Jeff Gennette said lulls during the…

Americans spent a record $212 billion in online shopping this holiday season amid deep discounts.

Americans spent a record $212 billion online shopping this holiday season amid deep discounts

January 5, 2023 6:13 AM CNN Newsource

By Matt Egan, CNN Online shopping increased steadily this holiday season as record-setting discounts helped offset the pain from high inflation,…

5 science-based strategies for nailing your New Year’s resolutions

January 1, 2023 5:54 AM CNN Newsource

By Katy Milkman, CNN It’s that time of year again. Champagne bottles have been popped, balls have dropped, and now your friends, family and…

Get moving: Regular physical activity reduces your risk of death

Extend your life with these New Year’s resolutions

January 1, 2023 5:54 AM CNN

By Sandee LaMotte, CNN Looking for New Year’s resolutions that can extend your life? Master these three science-based healthy habits during…

Local Law Enforcement issues reminder to welcome in the New Year safely

December 31, 2022 1:18 PM Braydon Wilson

As many are preparing to welcome in the New Year Saturday Local Law Enforcement is coming together to remind us to be responsible as we welcome in…

Tamales get special attention in Mexico during the holiday season.

They eat what? New Year’s food traditions around the world

December 30, 2022 12:58 PM CNN Newsource

Amanda Kludt, Special to CNN New Year’s Day is meant for fresh starts. But maybe even more, it’s meant for food. As the new year arrives…

Free rides home New Years’ Eve

December 29, 2022 5:11 PM Seth Ratliff

New years eve fast approaches and with it some of the biggest parties of the year. If you plan to head out to a gathering or local bar, two…

A time honored tradition hoping to spread Christmas Joy

December 24, 2022 3:47 PM Braydon Wilson

After Bonnie Lue Broulim was given a smaller organ by a family member who couldn’t play anymore due to a move. After that Bonnie Lue knew exactly…

AAA tips for safe holiday travel

December 26, 2022 11:32 AM Seth Ratliff

As more snow and cold weather move through our area, experts at AAA are helping travelers be prepared. A safe trip starts before you put the key into…

38 Christmas side dishes

December 23, 2022 11:42 PM Stacker

Stacker compiled this list of 38 Christmas side dishes using recipes from Allrecipes, including casseroles, puddings, stuffing, and potato…

Bell Choir welcomes weary holiday travelers

December 23, 2022 3:39 PM Seth Ratliff

The Idaho Falls regional airport has been surprising holiday travelers to help them ring in the holiday season. This year the airport invited local…

The truth behind ‘gift guilt’ and what to do about it

December 23, 2022 10:55 AM CNN Newsource

By Melissa Mahtani, CNN Planning meals, traveling and shopping for gifts are widely understood holiday stress factors for a lot of people, but…

Dress up an ice cream sundae with toppings such as chocolate sauce

The best holiday dessert for non-bakers is simple — and it will make everyone happy

December 22, 2022 1:41 PM CNN Newsource

By Casey Barber, CNN Certain dessert traditions come to mind during the holiday season in general. There are pumpkin and sweet potato pies, rugelach…

25 of the best holiday movies you didn’t realize were holiday movies

December 21, 2022 11:42 PM Stacker

Stacker compiled a list of the best holiday movies you may not have realized are holiday movies using data from IMDb and…

‘Alexa, you didn’t thank my driver, but I will’

December 21, 2022 11:09 AM Kailey Galaviz

Neighbors coming together to thank their delivery driver after finding out Amazon’s $5 tip appreciation program, “Alexa, thank my driver,” doesn’t…

Idaho winter storms cause an impact on holiday travel

December 21, 2022 2:48 PM Braydon Wilson

Recent heavy winter winds have closed the highways that lead into Driggs as snow is being tossed over the road and plows are not able to clean the…

How to prepare for holiday travel with a pet

December 20, 2022 11:41 PM Stacker

Bounce compiled a list of eight ways to prepare for holiday travel with a pet using information from various…

Beautiful photos of Christmas markets around the world

December 20, 2022 11:41 PM Stacker

Stacker compiled a collection of 25 images showcasing some of the most beautiful Christmas markets out…

Rocky Mountain Power turns holiday lights green across Idaho, Wyoming and Utah

December 21, 2022 11:19 AM News Team

From Hogle ZooLights to Ogden’s Christmas Village and from Preston’s Festival of Lights to Laramie’s Winter Lights Festival, Rocky Mountain…

A storm threatens to deliver heavy snow and strong winds combined with bitterly cold temperatures to much of the US on December 20

A ‘once in a generation’ winter storm will impact nearly every state and cripple Christmas travel

December 21, 2022 8:19 AM CNN

By Aya Elamroussi and Jennifer Gray, CNN A major winter storm and cold blast will impact nearly every state and bring what the National Weather…

Nike's stock jumped around 11% after the company beat analyst forecasts during its latest quarter.

Shoppers are still buying Nike sneakers

December 20, 2022 4:03 PM CNN Newsource

By Nathaniel Meyersohn, CNN Nike’s stock jumped around 11% after the company beat analyst forecasts during its latest quarter. The…

Sled Shed is donating bikes to people in need

December 20, 2022 12:52 PM Braydon Wilson

The holiday season is often the season of giving, and the Sled Shed-Bikes and board shop in Rexburg has found a way on how to do just that.…

The most wonderful time of the year can be crippling to some

December 20, 2022 11:13 AM Kailey Galaviz

What may be the ‘most wonderful time of the year’ for some, could bring depression and loneliness to others dealing with seasonal affective disorder,…

10 classic movies about holiday travel

December 19, 2022 11:41 PM Stacker

Bounce rounded up some classic flicks that involve holiday travel.…

Put your snotty noses behind a mask if you have to go out. Better yet

Don’t send Grandma to the ICU this Christmas

December 20, 2022 2:22 AM CNN Newsource

Opinion by Allison Hope, CNN It started with one person releasing a long, productive unmasked cough into the stale, recycled air on the rush hour…

The type of gift people love receiving the most

December 19, 2022 7:38 AM CNN Newsource

By Aaron Ahuvia, CNN My family have never been big gift givers, so it might seem ironic that I’ve discovered two secrets to giving gifts that…

Holidays jam-packed with social events can be tough for introverts

How introverts can stay sane this holiday season

December 17, 2022 6:15 AM CNN Newsource

By Kristen Rogers, CNN Christmas time is here. Happiness and cheer. Fun for all — well, nearly all. Some introverts might consider these next few…

The hottest holiday gift is a massive, half pound Fruit Loop

December 17, 2022 4:05 AM CNN Newsource

By Zoe Sottile, CNN Just in time for the holidays, artist collective MSCHF is releasing its newest playful art piece: a giant, 930-calorie, $19.99…

The Saturday before Christmas — also known as Super Saturday — is typically the busiest shopping day and more than 158 million consumers are estimated to shop that day

Holiday discounts are already hard to resist. The best bargains are yet to come

December 17, 2022 8:35 AM CNN Newsource

By Parija Kavilanz, CNN Stores are drowning in a glut of merchandise this holiday season, keeping the discounts fast and furious in the runup to…

Our nation’s heroes honored in Pocatello

December 17, 2022 4:42 PM Braydon Wilson

The Mountain View Cemetery was visited by tens of well wishers. All of whom were there to visit and honor the lives of those who have served in the…

50 of the best Christmas movies of all time

December 15, 2022 11:41 PM Stacker

Stacker used IMDb and Metacritic to round up 50 of the best Christmas movies of all time.…

Family light show illuminates the night in Idaho Falls

December 16, 2022 10:47 AM Seth Ratliff

While other houses may decorate for Christmas, Larry Owens knows how to put on a show. For the past 16 years, the Owens Family Light show at 1385…

Nearly 11 million Americans to travel for the holidays

December 16, 2022 9:37 AM News Team

646,000 Idahoans will dash through the snow to see family and…

Drop-dead holiday shipping deadlines are coming soon. Pictured is the USPS processing and distribution center on November 30

Attention procrastinators: Drop-dead holiday shipping deadlines are coming soon

December 14, 2022 8:40 AM CNN Newsource

By Parija Kavilanz, CNN It happens every year — the mad dash to ship holiday gifts to get them to loved ones on time. And it bears repeating,…

You can help provide Christmas dinner to local families – Here’s how

December 13, 2022 11:30 AM Kailey Galaviz

A local company is accepting donations to provide Christmas dinners to 75 families in Eastern…

‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ still draws fans to movie theaters — decades after its release

December 10, 2022 4:59 AM CNN Newsource

By Jeanne Bonner, CNN The one-time lost Christmas classic “It’s A Wonderful Life” staged an unlikely comeback in the 1970s and…

Let your inner Cookie Monster out in December

December 10, 2022 6:05 AM CNN Newsource

By Casey Barber, CNN The calendar says December, but it should really read “Cookiember.” This is the month for bakers of all types and…

The Christmas card is the first of King Charles III's reign.

King Charles III releases first Christmas card of his reign

December 12, 2022 3:57 AM CNN Newsource

By Issy Ronald, CNN London looked like a picturesque Christmas card as snow fell on Sunday night — the perfect time for Buckingham Palace to…

Denny’s Wrecker Service offers free holiday tows for drunk drivers

December 12, 2022 9:28 AM News Team

Denny’s Wrecker Service, Inc. will make sure you and your car get home safely if you have had too much to…

Shop with a Cop: making the Christmas of kids and cops

December 10, 2022 6:15 PM Braydon Wilson

If you were awoken in the early hours of the morning Saturday by the large amount of sirens the source of the noise was the Shop with a Cop event.…

Idaho’s oldest women’s choir to hold free holiday concert

December 9, 2022 2:54 PM Seth Ratliff

The Idaho Falls Choralaires are preparing for their holiday…

2022 Chubbuck Christmas lighting contest winners

December 9, 2022 11:30 AM News Team

The city received more than 100 emails, calls and messages with nominations for this year’s…

Shoppers are dipping into savings and going into debt. People shop in a Nike store on Black Friday

Shoppers are dipping into savings and going into debt. That could cause a holiday hangover

December 9, 2022 5:13 AM CNN Newsource

By Matt Egan, CNN Despite high inflation and recession fears, the holiday shopping season appears to be off to a strong start. Black Friday and Cyber…