Good morning, Twin Falls.

72-year-old Bruce Hauber from American Falls misused Housing Authority credit cards for personal purchases between 2019 and 2023 and was sentenced to five years probation—eight months home detention and $79,000 in restitution—federal prosecutors said.

Idaho is famous for more than potatoes—its agriculture produces over 180 commodities including mint, dairy and onions, and an expansive irrigation system helps the industry thrive.

The state exports many products to markets like Canada, Mexico and China.

Brian Darcy, the long serving administrator of the Idaho School for the Deaf and Blind, will leave at the end of June after 16 years—during which the school nearly tripled its enrollment and expanded its services.

Darcy will head to a similar position at the New York Institute for Special Education.

Filer School District held its first informational meeting on April 17 to discuss a $52 million bond proposal that would fund a new middle school, improve facilities and boost student safety over the next 20 years ahead of May elections.

Some residents oppose the high cost while others back the plan, and the district will hold another meeting (April 24) to provide more details.

At a city meeting on April 14, Buhl officials decided that the pool will remain closed for the 2025 season — the decision came because there were not enough lifeguard applicants — leaving residents without access this season.

The deadly fungus Candida auris (a high-mortality disease) has infected nearly 11,000 people in the US while Idaho remains free of infections.

Reports show cases in Washington and Utah while Montana and Wyoming stay unaffected, and the CDC calls the fungus an urgent antimicrobial resistance threat.

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.