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in Twin Falls
Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Twin Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 2nd of April.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Vanessa Rodriguez from Canyon Ridge High School was named Scholar of the Week—she earns the honor for her strong grades and dedication to learning. The school highlighted her achievements as a model for fellow students. Times-News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Over the weekend, more than 300 Air National Guard members from the 124th Fighter Wing left Gowen Field for a six-month mission in Southwest Asia with their A-10 Thunderbolt II aircraft—details of the mission remain classified. 1310 KLIX
- ➤ The USPS began new mail delivery standards on April 1 as part of the Delivering for America initiative and changed service for first-class mail, periodicals, marketing mail, and package services so that some items arrive faster and others take longer—aiming to improve overall reliability. The second phase will begin on July 1. 1310 KLIX
- ➤ Governor Little vetoed the Medical Freedom Act, saying it endangered medical freedom and would force schools to keep sick children instead of sending them home. Idaho's Attorney General urged the legislature to override the veto—lawmakers will decide if they have enough votes. 1310 KLIX
- ➤ A city official said that major road construction will soon begin on Eastland Drive in Twin Falls to fix the road, which may cause delays for drivers—emphasizing the need for improvements. Times-News
- ➤ Deputy Chief Mitchell Brooks was unanimously sworn in as Twin Falls' new fire chief last night. He joined the department in 1999 and plans to request three more firefighters and upgrades to the old building — his long service and community support laid the foundation for expanding mutual aid agreements — ensuring a quicker response to fires. KMVT
- ➤ Over the weekend, more than 300 airmen from the Idaho Air National Guard left Gowen Field for a six-month mission in Southwest Asia—using A-10 Thunderbolt II aircraft known for troop support. KEZJ
- ➤ The City of Twin Falls said the road and park access to Shoshone Falls and Dierkes Lake will reopen on May 22—after a reconstruction project fixed dangerous potholes and narrow curves that had closed the area since late last year. KEZJ
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Over 212,000 pounds of liquid egg products from Cargill Kitchen Solutions are being recalled after they were found to have possibly been mixed with a cleaning solution, affecting products sold nationwide + consumers who used these products are urged to contact their doctor and call Cargill Kitchen Solutions at 1-844-419-1574 with any concerns. 1310 KLIX
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Idaho Centennial Trail Presentation
11 AM – 12 PM — Twin Falls Public Library — Free entry — Explore Idaho's thousand-mile hiking adventure with insights from the ICT Coordinator.
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Aaron Goodvin Live Concert
7-11 p.m. — Koto Brewing Co. — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of country music with Aaron Goodvin at a local favorite brewery.
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Cirque Italia Water Circus
1:30-4:30 p.m. — Magic Valley Mall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting Water Circus live for a spectacular aquatic performance.
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Cirque Italia - Water Circus
7:30-9 p.m. — Magic Valley Mall — Ticket prices vary — Experience a dazzling water-themed circus performance that lights up the evening.
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