Good morning, Twin Falls.

Volunteer divers in the Twin Falls County Search and Rescue Team (with about 20 specialized in dive and swift water rescue) train regularly for water rescues under Lt. Daron Brown’s direction.

The team relies on formal certifications from agencies like Dive International to prove skill and dedication to public safety.

A small brush fire near Twin Falls was quickly contained by local fire crews after a call at 3:15 p.m. today + a battalion chief confirmed crews extinguished the outer line as the flames died off.

Treasure Claw, a new arcade offering claw game challenges, opened behind Tacos El Paisa at 1352 Blue Lakes Boulevard in Twin Falls last month (Feb.

7) and now features 14 machines with a $10 guarantee for a plush toy or keychain when playing two or more games.

At Valley Baptist Church in Hagerman, Pastor Rick Emerson defended his sign reading 'Antisemitism isn’t a sin, but gossip is' after residents raised concerns — Rabbi Tony Prater from Beth Chaverim criticized the wording, and Emerson said he intended his message to prompt discussion on gossip.

Moonlighting helped Bruce Willis rise to fame and eventually led him to move his family to Idaho; his former home sale in the Haley area made local headlines.

His acting legacy continues to resonate with fans who remember the classic series.

Twin Falls High School recognized Payton Nilsson as Scholar of the Week for his academic achievements, highlighting his dedication to learning (a mark of excellence).

Residents are encouraged to nominate former CSI graduates for the 2026 Hall of Fame Class, with the awards honoring leadership and commitment to Idaho grit.

Nominations are now open as the community seeks to celebrate educational achievement.

After a mild winter, Twin Falls residents will see warmer temperatures starting today — even though normal rainfall may keep irrigation water supplies uncertain.

The National Weather Service forecast for March through May shows similar trends statewide.

Intermountain Health’s teleoncology program at Cassia Regional Hospital lets rural patients meet oncology specialists virtually before planned treatment, reducing long drives for care after surgery (a convenient option for patients like Raulan Young).

Longtime mountain manager Zach Alexander and his wife Crystal bought Pomerelle Mountain Resort from the Anderson family over a year and a half of financing — and they promise to keep the ski area fun and family-friendly.

The CSI Rodeo team will host the 49th Annual Intercollegiate Rodeo on March 13 and 14 in Twin Falls (tickets are available online and at Vickers and the Shoe and Tack Shop, with contest winners notified on March 11).

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.