Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 31st of January.
Good morning, Twin Falls.
The Rotary Club held the Death by Chocolate event that drew nearly 1,000 attendees and record online ticket sales; winners from People’s Choice and Judge’s Choice were announced, with Sweet Cravings earning Best in Show.
Final fundraising totals will be confirmed later today.
Chobani, based in Twin Falls, announced grants to fight hunger and added to nearly $2 million given since 2018, supporting more than 70 organizations.
The initiative will boost local services and resources for those in need now.
Outlaw Field will host a summer concert series featuring reggae, blues and folk-rock at a historic venue once used by the old penitentiary.
The lineup includes Iration with Tribal Seeds on June 12, Kaleo on July 10, Rainbow Kitten Surprise on July 14 and Bonnie Raitt on September 10.
Kimberly High School set a new cell phone policy starting Feb.
2 that restricts phone use to before school, during lunch and after school. Administrators say the rule will help safeguard classroom time and align with policies at elementary and middle schools.
A family-owned company in Burley is conducting year-round agricultural research to test sustainable farming products during winter using a greenhouse that extends its growing season.
Director Gifford Gillette said additional experiments + lab analysis help develop practical farming solutions.
Idaho Speaker Mike Moyle said a proposal from Utah lawmakers may raise gas prices by up to 25¢ per gallon for fuel sent through Utah pipelines & drivers here could face higher costs, with no final decision made yet.
A local report finds that white is the most popular vehicle color here and nationwide.
It advises drivers to remove sensitive items from their cars when temperatures drop below freezing.
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.
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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