POCATELLO — A treasured holiday tradition will once again light up the Gate City as the 35th annual Christmas in the Nighttime Skies returns Friday, Nov. 29 — continuing a community celebration that has lasted for more than three decades.

Presented by the Marine Corps League and other local sponsors, the event brings thousands of area residents together for bonfires, food, fireworks, and the true spirit of giving. But this year’s celebration almost didn’t happen.

Toys for Tots organizer Jini Meeks said the event was at risk when the Vicki Jenkins family, which has organized the celebration since its inception, was unable to run it this year. Organizers and sponsors, however, felt strongly that the tradition must not be missed.

“This tradition is older than me. I’ve never known a year wi

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