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Many people are looking to give back this time of year, and one Boise resident is working to make a difference through her unconventional Christmas decorations. Michelle Bain is passionate about raising awareness and support for sick kids through one of her hobbies, crafting. She participates in a nationwide effort to raise money for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. The effort, 'Skeletons for St. Jude', asks participants to decorate their homes and businesses with skeletons during the Halloween and Christmas seasons to raise awareness. Her skeletons, which had a Roman theme in October have now been repurposed to showcase some popular Christmas traditions.

Boise State's star running back Ashton Jeanty picked up major national awards during the college football awards night. Jeanty has had an incredible season, racking up over 24 hundred rushing yards, one of the best single-season performances in NCAA history, leading Boise State to the college football playoffs and the Fiesta Bowl. His hard work and talent put him in the running for multiple awards last night and took home two.

People from across the Treasure Valley are invited to honor veterans for Christmas with a wreath-laying ceremony. The holiday greenery and act of adorning nearly 7 thousand graves will recognize the sacrifice of military members who have passed, and those who live here. The Idaho Veterans Network wants to promote remembrance and gratitude with the newly organized program, Idaho Veterans Wreaths.

The Freedom Youth Foundation is all about encouraging growth and creating connections for youth in foster care. This Christmas, they're focused on spreading joy

Volume 90% BOISE, Idaho (CBS2) — The U.s Attorney's Office for the District of Idaho is partnering up with law enforcement for 'Don't Click

A serious incident review was opened up after accused murderer Kevin Kuintzle walked away from a work camp. He was taken into custody a short time after leaving

Avenues for Hope Housing Challenge is working to combat Idaho's housing problems by raising money for nonprofits across the state. The program is calling on Idahoans to support these organizations and work towards preventing homelessness and improving affordable housing options. Brady Ellis, the Vice President of Community Housing at Idaho Housing and Finance Association said, "We want to make sure that there's additional awareness and promotion around the need for resources and opportunities for affordable housing."

Every year dozens of Idaho kids age out of foster care, leaving them without a support system to transition into adulthood. Some woodworkers in the Treasure Valley are sharing their skills and love for their trade to help foster kids. A local non-profit, Foster Care Furniture, is gearing up for a 13-week program they hope will provide career skills and community for those recently aged out of foster care. The training will take place at The Maker Shop in Boise, and the partnership is one of many that has made the course possible. Not only will the training woodworking but also lessons in various subjects taught by experts in professions like plumbing and electrical work. The goal is to get new adults excited about a trade that they can do for a job.

Last Friday, in the spirit of giving, members of the Republican Party of Idaho dropped off gifts at the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare. What originally started out as a donation of five thousand dollars turned into a donation of 18 thousand dollars.