Today
in Twin Falls
Thursday, January 29th, 2026
Good morning, Twin Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of January.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Raising Cane’s opened today and drew large crowds that filled the parking lot, causing many drivers to park in nearby areas. A local towing company removed one car and warned drivers to obey signage, prompting management to install clearer parking rules. KMVT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Local experts say two early 1900s dams transformed arid land near Twin Falls into thriving farmland, spurring regional growth. They note that the Milner Dam and the Minidoka Dam provided irrigation and later electrified nearby communities. KMVT
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ New job postings are now available to help South Central Idaho job seekers find work. Interested applicants should check the latest listings online + apply soon. Times-News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Twin Falls officials are reviewing whether to end residential recycling as residents contaminate bins, forcing PSI Environmental Services (serving the city since 2006) to send full loads to the landfill. The council will decide in the coming months and may offer a subscription or drop-off option if changes go forward. KMVT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Twin Falls property code requires residents to clear sidewalks of snow, ice, and rubbish (or face removal and cost charges) and advises against throwing snow into streets to prevent fines. Residents should follow the law to avoid hazards and additional fees. KEZJ
- ➤ Residents in Twin Falls can use Idaho’s official unclaimed property website to check if the state is holding money for them. The site, run by the State Treasurer’s Office, lists funds from old deposits (like forgotten bank accounts and utility deposits) that can be claimed by rightful owners. 1310 KLIX
- ➤ Idaho residents are encouraged to check the official unclaimed property website today to see if money from old accounts, utility deposits, or paychecks awaits claim. The State Treasurer’s Office runs the free, secure site (documentation is required) to verify ownership. KEZJ
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Idaho shoppers still see 11 popular food items that contain Red Dye No. 3 even as the FDA has set a ban for Jan. 15, 2027 + some brands have already begun reformulating while others continue selling the additive. KEZJ
- ➤ Panelists warned Mini-Cassia parents today that social media may harm children’s mental health as girls reported feelings of loneliness, anxiety, and depression. They urged parents to monitor online activity to help support kids. Times-News
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Ninth Annual Twin Falls Film Festival
11 a.m.-10:30 p.m. — The Orpheum Theatre — Various free and ticketed events — Celebrate creativity with global filmmakers and local flavors at this vibrant film festival.
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Magic Valley Symphony: Classical Favorites
7:30-9:30 p.m. — CSI Fine Arts Building — $12/Adults, $10/Seniors, $6/Students — Experience a night of classical masterpieces and a unique commission by composer Hiroshi Fukuoka.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ George Bernard Shaw
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