Friday, April 17th, 2026
Good morning, Twin Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday at 8:30 p.m., firefighters responded to a house fire on Washington Street South between Pheasant Road and Southwood Avenue, rescuing two dogs (no injuries were reported) and displacing six people. 1310 KLIX
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Kimberly gathered to discuss a proposed plant facilities levy and a $57.8 million bond for school updates that voters will consider on May 19 (the levy would raise taxes from $24 to about $40 per $100,000 of assessed value). Concerns focused on cost and long-term debt as the district seeks to balance growth, safety, and expenses. KMVT
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Critically low water levels in Twin Falls County leave some growers with only 10 days of supply, raising alarms about an ongoing drought + fire risks. Local officials warn that if dry conditions persist, long-term farming operations may face significant challenges. KEZJ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Brad Little signed a proclamation on April 8 urging students to form Club America chapters, a student-led extracurricular focusing on activism, at the Statehouse. State superintendent Debbie Critchfield defended the move as supporting free speech (despite criticism that it blurs classroom neutrality) as schools navigate political engagement. Local News 8
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Strong by Nutrition in Twin Falls promotes good nutrition with shakes, healthy energy drinks, and snacks; the co-owners, Tatiana Holt and Aldin Alacron, launched the business in 2017 and continue to expand their menu while challenging old ideas about healthy food (including creative options like a 'snickers shake'). KMVT
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Falls2Falls 2026
2:00 – 6:30 PM — 4002 N 3300 E, Twin Falls, ID — Registration fee applies — Participate in a community-focused run or walk event to support the Magic Valley area.
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Cirque Italia - Water Circus Metropolis
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Magic Valley Mall — Tickets start at $70 — Experience an unforgettable aquatic circus spectacle in Twin Falls.
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Cirque Italia: Water Circus Metropolis
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Magic Valley Mall — Tickets from $70 — Experience a spectacular aquatic performance that captivates audiences of all ages.
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Cirque Italia: Water Circus Metropolis
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Magic Valley Mall — Tickets start at $70 — Experience the breathtaking spectacle of Cirque Italia's Water Circus in an unforgettable performance.
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Open Auditions for Come From Away
6-9 p.m., 4-7 p.m., 7-9 p.m. — Twin Falls Theatre Collective — Free entry — Showcase your talent at auditions for the inspiring fall musical Come From Away.
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