Good morning, Boise.

Brian Holmes, a longtime anchor at KTVB, announced his departure on Dec.

18 after 25 years on air, adding to a trend of local TV news faces leaving their stations this year. He will continue to fill in and cover Olympic events as he plans his next steps.

Local conservation groups oppose a letter from U.S. Rep. Russ Fulcher — which calls for greater state control over federal public lands — and plan meetings soon to voice their concerns with local officials.

The new Boise State Monster Truck, named Smashton Jeanty, will debut at the Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Event at Albertsons Stadium on June 6 & local fans can catch the first show of Hot Wheels monster trucks in Boise at this special event.

The Famous Idaho Potato Bowl is set for Monday, Dec.

22 at 12:00 p.m. at Albertsons Stadium and will feature a fan fest with free fries (from Simplot) plus a list of 30 banned items that attendees must leave in their vehicles before enjoying the matchup between Washington State and Utah State.

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.

Sasha Live Performance

7-11 p.m. — Shrine Social Club — $13.32 — Experience an engaging live show from Sasha in a vibrant venue.

Off-Season Stories Presentation

5-7 p.m. — Hap Hap Lounge — Free entry — Experience captivating readings from local authors at this cozy venue.

Footloose Screening

7-9 p.m. — The Egyptian Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the classic tale of rebellion against a small-town ban on dancing and rock music.

Idaho Potato Drop VIP Experience

7 PM-1:30 AM — Cecil D. Andrus Park — $110 — Celebrate New Year's Eve with live music, food, drinks, and a VIP experience at Idaho's distinctive Potato Drop.

Boise Underground Media Third Anniversary Celebration

7-11 p.m. — Shrine Social Club — Enjoy local live music — Celebrate three years of Boise Underground Media with 'The Mall Goth Moths' electrifying sounds.

Trivia Night at Hap Hap Lounge

6-8 p.m. — Hap Hap Lounge — Free entry — Test your knowledge with some fun trivia every Tuesday night.

The Mystics Live Performance

7-9:30 p.m. — The Riverside Hotel — Ticketed event — Experience classic rock hits from the ’60s to today with Boise's longest-running band.