Today
in Twin Falls
Saturday, April 19th, 2025
Good morning, Twin Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Twin Falls Parks and Recreation said the road to Shoshone Falls is open so visitors can enjoy the falls and upcoming warm weather. The road to Dierkes Lake Park is still closed — crews are working to open it late May or early June. KMVT
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Ford is currently recalling 24,655 new 2025 Explorer vehicles with the 2.3-liter turbo four engine due to a faulty powertrain control module that may mistakenly reset—dealerships will notify owners by mail by the end of May and provide free transmission inspections and repairs if needed. 1310 KLIX
- ➤ Ford is recalling 24,655 Explorer vehicles with a 2.3-liter turbo four engine in new 2025 models because a powertrain control module may reset and cause engine issues—dealerships have been notified and owners will get a letter by the end of May to have their transmission inspected with repairs provided free of charge. KEZJ
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Idaho’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate stayed at 3.7% in March as the workforce went down by 667 people and employment rose by 339, while nonfarm jobs dropped by 700. Twin Falls recorded a 0.4% gain in job numbers—contrasted with Pocatello’s 0.2% decline—according to the Idaho Department of Labor. KMVT
- ➤ Idaho Power filed an updated export credit rate with the Public Utilities Commission to change how it pays for extra solar energy due to a drop in the energy market — if approved, customers will receive 14 cents during on-peak hours from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. and about 2 cents during off-peak starting June 1, which may affect users like Scott Nelson who saved on bills — and the commission will decide next month. KMVT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Twin Falls County Clerk Kristina Glascock said early voting starts May 5th and voters will decide on school bonds, levies, and the contested Buhl Highway District Commissioner race that will affect local taxpayers. Voters must register by April 25th and absentee ballots are already being mailed—check your mail for any new polling place notices in Buell, Filer, and Hollister. KMVT
- ➤ Several roads in the Magic Valley are closed this spring for road repairs as crews work on fixes along 3300 North Road, 700 East Road and 1400 East Road. Eastland in Twin Falls is partly closed and crews will soon repair the Pole Line—known for loose gravel—to improve driving safety. 1310 KLIX
- ➤ Gov. Brad Little signed Senate Bill 1130 on Monday to transfer $8.6 million from the State Emergency Relief Fund to support regional hazmat teams and upgrade emergency equipment. Twin Falls Fire Chief Mitchell Brooks attended the signing event (with state and local officials present). KMVT
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A panel of experts from health care, social work, law enforcement—and the judiciary—will meet to discuss the fentanyl crisis in Magic Valley. The discussion will offer varied insights that may guide new strategies for addressing the issue. Times-News
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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