Today
in Twin Falls
Wednesday, May 6th, 2026
Good morning, Twin Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 6th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Twin Falls will observe the National Day of Prayer on May 7 at City Park, starting at 6:00 p.m.—the non-denominational event will unite various faith groups under sunny, warm skies. KEZJ
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Idaho Power filed two annual cost adjustment applications with the Public Utilities Commission that, if approved, will raise the average residential bill by about $3.64 and affect both residential and small commercial customers (exact changes vary by rate category). KMVT
- ➤ Rising gas prices and inflation are increasing costs for Twin Falls drivers today, but the strong local job market and ongoing investments are expected to offer relief. Economists say careful spending may help locals manage higher living expenses as the economy adapts. KEZJ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Magic Valley Children’s Museum is taking part in Idaho Gives until May 7 and aims to raise $18,000 for mobile exhibits and a new fiber arts exhibit. Development Director Bethany Bell said the museum raised ($17,000) last year. KMVT
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Tuesday evening, Twin Falls officials held a public presentation on the Rock Creek Watershed Master Plan to review two years of water quality tests and outline planned projects to tackle urban stormwater, riverbank erosion, and agricultural runoff. They said funding and community collaboration will follow & get these projects started. KMVT
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Idaho Behavioral Health Council is asking residents to email ideas by June 5 on how to use opioid settlement funds for treatment and recovery support + the council will use the input to guide next steps before state approval. KMVT
- ➤ Valerie Morris, a local midwife at Rosemark Women's Specialists, warns new mothers about postpartum depression—a serious mood disorder that can cause intense sadness and fatigue. She emphasizes that hormonal shifts and early motherhood challenges are not the mother's fault and recommends seeking professional help if needed. Local News 8
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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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