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Wednesday, January 1st, 2025

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Good morning, Twin Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • KMVT’s top stories of 2024 highlight significant changes in Idaho including environmental challenges, notable criminal cases, and local achievements in sports and agriculture.  KMVT
  • Shoshone Falls, a popular tourist destination, is closed until late spring 2025 due to construction on the access road.  Times-News

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Two drivers in Twin Falls faced legal actions after crashing into a house and a business in separate incidents, with charges ranging from DUI to possession of marijuana.  Times-News

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Starting in 2025, big-box stores in Idaho, including Target, Walmart, Dollar Tree, and Costco, will not accept damaged or significantly worn dollar bills to enhance currency security.  KEZJ

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Emily Wright, a standout student at Twin Falls High School, excels academically and in extracurricular activities, holds leadership roles, and aims to major in English or political science.  Times-News

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Idaho announces a new law, House Bill 542, enabling internationally trained doctors to practice in the state to address its physician shortage.  KMVT

HEALTH NEWS

  • The United States, including Idaho, is experiencing a noticeable increase in norovirus outbreaks, urging preventive measures such as hand washing and proper food handling.  KEZJ

SPORTS NEWS

  • Twin Falls fans congregated at Lamphouse Theater to witness Boise State's first Fiesta Bowl defeat, a 31-14 loss to Penn State, marking the end of a historic playoff run.  Times-News

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