Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 24th of February.
Good morning, Twin Falls.
💼 Business
A new jacuzzi and billiards store has opened in Twin Falls to offer local residents a unique venue for leisure and recreation.
The business welcomes customers looking for a fresh spot to relax.
A list by Restaurant Business shows that while many top chains operate in Idaho, 16 are missing so far.
Dunkin is among these — local franchisees are scouting sites while another chain plans a future launch.
🎭 Culture
Viral TikTok video by Abiud_Sando was filmed near Perrine Bridge, confirmed by a local reporter who visited Canyon Rim Trail.
The footage shows a backflip and nearby hotel construction & verifies the clip was recorded recently.
Twin Falls is hosting its first gaming convention today at a local venue where hundreds of board games — from simple setups to complex rules — let visitors explore new ways to play and connect.
📰 Economy
Gas prices in Idaho grew as the average hit $2.97 a gallon — Twin Falls now at $2.96 makes the area the third most expensive while prices remain 23 cents lower than this time last year.
🏛️ Government
Buhl is recruiting lifeguards early to help open its municipal pool this summer after last year’s staffing shortage left the facility closed.
The city has secured six lifeguards and will hold training on Mar. 31 & May 18 to reach the required 12.
Governor Little explained during his Newsmax interview that Idaho’s low regulation environment and robust tax relief package are attracting new residents & incoming capital, with a pending non-disclosure agreement set to bring about 1,000 jobs to the state.
🏥 Health
A contagious stomach bug is affecting locals in Twin Falls and surrounding areas, causing symptoms such as diarrhea and vomiting (which may require extra rest).
The illness generally lasts 24 hours with a recovery day needed afterward.
Local avalanche experts urge skiers and snowmobilers to check forecasts and carry proper safety gear before riding in the mountains due to weak snowpack from recent drought and storms (avalanche.org).
🎉 Twin Falls Events
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JackBox Games Night
6-8 p.m. — Twin Falls Public Library — Free entry — Gather your friends for a fun-filled evening of JackBox mini-games using your smartphones.
Short Stories & Poetry Open Mic
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Twin Falls Public Library — Free entry — Share your own poetry or read your favorite short stories at a cozy gathering.
🏠 Twin Falls Real Estate
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