Good morning, Boise.

A new ranking lists Boise as the 17th-best city for singles after evaluating its economy+fun and dating opportunities.

The report noted a lively local scene even as some online chatter questions Idaho dating.

Big Hair's Winter Social will benefit Radio Boise on Jan.

30 at Treefort Music Hall. The event will feature performances by Squattr, Travis Ward, Mylo, Bybee, Wes Schlag, Low-Fi, Adam Nigel Gates, Sheep Bridge Jumpers, Gregory Rawlins, Blood Moon Disco plus Lander.

BSU student installed a sky-high window mural at the Library at Cole and Ustick (merging art with environmental conservation) to help protect birds from collisions.

The Idaho Lottery updated its website with a list of scratch tickets offering the best odds for winning at least $50,000 (as of Tuesday, Dec.

9) so local players can check at their nearby retailers for the most current information.

The Sawtooth Avalanche Center warned on Dec.

10 that wind-affected terrain could trigger large avalanches in mountain areas near Sawtooth. Winter enthusiasts should check current forecasts before heading out.

The Idaho Attorney General's office warns residents to be careful of scammers posing as charities.

The advisory urges people to verify donations as fake appeals continue to target unsuspecting donors.

Many Boise restaurants will be open on Christmas Day, Dec.

25—offering families options from upscale dining with live jazz at Chandler’s to budget-friendly meals across town. Updated hours are being confirmed as more eateries announce their holiday schedules.

Boise State's head coach Spencer Danielson became a social media hit as shirtless photos from the Mountain West Championship week went viral on Instagram; fans now eagerly await more images ahead of the LA Bowl while the team clinched its third consecutive title hosting the game on Friday.

Ho Ho House Party

9 p.m. – 2 a.m. — Hap Hap Lounge — Free entry — Celebrate the holidays with live music and painting in a festive atmosphere.

Charlie Berens: The Lost and Found Tour

8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Egyptian Theatre, Boise, ID — Tickets required — Enjoy an evening of Midwest-inspired comedy with the viral sensation Charlie Berens.

Creators Collective

12:30-2:00 p.m. — Danny Peterson Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Explore a vibrant theater event showcasing local creativity in Boise.

Idaho Steelheads vs Rapid City Rush

7:10-8:40 p.m. — Idaho Central Arena — Ticket prices vary — Catch the thrilling ECHL matchup as the Steelheads take on the Rush in a hockey showdown.

DJ Simulator: A Vinyl Open Decks Session

7-10 p.m. — Hap Hap Lounge — Free entry — Experience an evening of vinyl spinning with local DJs in a vibrant lounge atmosphere.

R.A.D. Collective Creative Showcase

9 p.m. – 2 a.m. — Hap Hap Lounge — Suggested $5 donation — Experience a vibrant showcase of local art, music, and creativity.

Jocelyn Guntar Presents: Hap Hap Ultra

10 PM – 2 AM — Hap Hap Lounge — Free entry — Experience an exciting night of music featuring local talents Lucid, Royhobbs, and The Wizard.

Messiah Sing-Along

5-6:30 p.m. — The Egyptian Theatre — Free entry — Celebrate the season with a community singing event featuring a 16-voice ensemble and local classical soloists.

Famous Idaho Potato Bowl: Utah State vs Washington State

12:00 – 1:30 PM — Albertsons Stadium — Admission details not specified — Witness a thrilling college football showdown in the renowned Famous Idaho Potato Bowl.

Redstone Concert

7:00 – 9:15 PM — The Riverside Hotel — Low ticket alert — Experience an electrifying journey through classic rock hits with Boise's award-winning band Redstone.