Good morning, Twin Falls.

The Eastern Idaho State Fair will run from August 29 to September 6 and will feature a boot-stompin' concert by Dylan Scott on August 29, bull riding on August 30, a pro rodeo scheduled for September 1 to 3, and a demolition derby on September 6 — with daytime events like horse racing, livestock shows and local food stalls; organizer Brandon Bird said the nine-day event will bring family fun and celebrate 123 years of local tradition.

Canyon Ridge High School named Colby Wilcox as Scholar of the Week, recognizing his strong academic record.

Today, Twin Falls law enforcement celebrates National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week to honor dispatchers who serve as a lifeline for officers and firefighters.

Dispatchers answer more than 200 calls a day from a 24-7 center and the department says they need more workers—applicants must be high school graduates and at least 18.

An ex-detective filed a lawsuit against the city and former police chief Jeff Perry alleging a hostile work environment and violations of the Idaho Human Rights Act after he resigned in August 2023—he seeks damages for emotional distress, battery, and other claims.

The City of Twin Falls reminded residents of yard sale sign rules—yard sale signs may only be posted on private property with owner permission and must be removed within 48 hours, while signs on public property are not allowed.

Governor Brad Little signed a law that lets Idahoans buy Ivermectin without a prescription and the bill passed easily through both the House and Senate+ officials say the state will now work with the FDA and USDA on next steps.

Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center and volunteers prepared over 40,000 period product kits on April 15 to help local girls in need—each kit will be sent in mid-May to ease period poverty affecting one in four girls.

Kimberly’s Zach Dong was named the Idaho Athletic Administrators Association 4A Athletic Director of the Year after he was honored at the State Conference in Boise from April 6 to 8.

Notified in January, Dong credited his focus on both sports and academics — the key to the Bulldogs’ success—and said he will work to win more blue trophies in upcoming spring events.

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.

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.

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.

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.

NAMI Walks for Mental Health Awareness

7-10 a.m. — Twin Falls Visitor Center — Free entry — Walk together to support mental health awareness and advocacy in the community.

Magic Valley Cars & Coffee

9-11 a.m. — Full Steam Espresso — Free — Gather with fellow car enthusiasts for coffee and classic cars in a relaxed setting.

Desponia, Arches over Athens, Sentient Concert

7-11 p.m. — 360 Main Event Center — Ticket Prices Vary — Enjoy an energetic night of local heavy hitters with Desponia and Sentient joined by Arches Over Athens.