Wednesday, January 1st, 2025
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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