MERIDIAN, Idaho — This story originally appeared in the Boise Weekly and Idaho Press .

Chicken finger lovers, get ready — Raising Cane’s is set to open its first location in Idaho.

After more than a year of planning and construction, the popular chicken chain will open at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 18 at 2712 N. Eagle Road in Meridian.

To celebrate the grand opening, the restaurant will give 20 lucky customers “Free Cane’s for a Year,” along with community givebacks and more surprises throughout opening day.

“We couldn’t be more excited to finally bring Raising Cane’s to Idaho,” Restaurant Leader Nathan Mark said in a press release.

“Meridian will be the first stop in the Gem State where fans can experience our ONE LOVE — Craveable Chicken Finger Meals — just in time fo

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