Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 6th of May.
Good morning, Twin Falls.
🎭 Culture
At the 2023 Idaho Press Club Awards Banquet in Boise — photographer Nash was named Idaho Photographer of the Year while the Times-News earned 12 awards Saturday.
📰 Economy
Gas prices in Idaho are slowly dropping this week due to crude oil prices falling to levels not seen since February 2021—AAA said the national average is $3.16 a gallon, which is two cents higher than last week, ten cents lower than last month and nearly 50 cents cheaper than last year. Fuel demand is expected to rise as Memorial Day approaches.
🌲 Environment
Researchers from the University of Idaho confirmed darkling beetles have reached Treasure Valley—reported at homes in Eagle and Star—though the insect is not expected to hurt crops.
Homeowners are advised to keep food waste areas clean to lower the chance of these pests increasing.
🏛️ Government
Visitors to Centennial Waterfront Park returned from their outing to find cars missing when towing companies removed vehicles parked in a trailer-only area last weekend under orders from the Twin Falls County Sheriff’s Office, and violators face a $100 fine.
🏥 Health
Dylan Wormsbaker, a Twin Falls man who died in a March 2023 motorcycle crash, helped save 102 lives when his gift of organ donation provided new hearts, kidneys, lungs, eyes, and tissues to recipients across the country—his decision continues to touch many families.
🎉 Twin Falls Events
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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.
Magic Valley Festival of Speed 2025
May 23-25 — Magic Valley Speedway — Starting at $150 — Experience thrilling auto-cross and ridealongs with a 3-day pass including food and drinks.
Jaripeo Baile Event
4-10 p.m. — Arena 93 — Ticket prices vary — Experience an exciting blend of traditional dance and bull riding in Twin Falls, Idaho.
Magic Valley Cars & Coffee
9-11 a.m. — Full Steam Espresso — Free entry — Enjoy a casual gathering of car enthusiasts while sipping coffee and sharing stories.
🏠 Twin Falls Real Estate
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