Today
in Twin Falls
Tuesday, March 17th, 2026
Good morning, Twin Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Twin Falls Jerome KOA Holiday is upgrading its camp before its April opening. The park is improving patio sites, pool, gift shop and planning a café reopening, restored pond and new deluxe cabins next year based on guest feedback — crews are also seeding, cleaning and landscaping. KMVT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Jo Dee Messina, the Grammy-nominated country artist, will perform at the Twin Falls County Fair and Rodeo on Sunday, Sept. 6 at Shouse Arena as ticket sales start at $41 (fees extra). The fair runs from Sept. 2-7 and features rodeo events, carnival rides and free entertainment. KEZJ
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices are rising amid global oil uncertainty as the conflict in the Middle East drives up costs nationwide. Twin Falls and Boise see gas at $3.71 a gallon, with AAA Idaho reporting a 46-cent rise since last week & a 76-cent increase since last month. KMVT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Captain Justin James retired after 24 years of service with the Twin Falls Fire Department on Mar. 16. The department praised his leadership (and friendship) in a Facebook announcement. KMVT
- ➤ The Idaho Legislature is debating two bills to form a task force to manage nearly $200M in federal rural health funds that must be spent by Oct. 30, and lawmakers + rural hospitals stress the need for either rural representation or key expertise as they try to meet urgent equipment needs. KMVT
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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.
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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.
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Second Saturday Art Class: Exploring Ink
10 a.m. – Noon — Magic Valley Arts Council — $25 members, $30 non-members — Dive into the world of ink with doodles and landscapes in this engaging art class.
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