Today
in Twin Falls
Saturday, May 9th, 2026
Good morning, Twin Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 9th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Nearly 300 locals attended a benefit dinner for Magic Mountain Thursday night at Boot Check Sports Ranch in Twin Falls — the funds raised will cover expenses such as insurance, equipment upgrades, and generator costs after the ski area did not open this winter. KMVT
- ➤ Agencies hosted Wildfire Wise Community Day at the Thousand Springs Visitor Center + Hagerman during Wildfire Awareness Month. They offered fire safety tips including keeping a 30-foot defensible space and obtaining burn permits to help manage resources. KMVT
- ➤ The Twin Falls Senior Center is reducing meals from five to three times a week due to falling donations, a center director explained. Times-News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Idaho law enforcement will ramp up seat belt patrols starting May 11 through May 31 to support the Click It or Ticket campaign statewide. The effort aims to educate drivers on buckling up, especially on rural roads where fatalities are more common. KMVT
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Chance 4 Change supports first responders by providing mental health resources and hosting a three-on-three basketball tournament titled You Are Loved—starting Saturday at 8:30 a.m. at Twin Falls High School that will benefit local wellness programs. KMVT
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Twin Falls families can enjoy 5 scenic Idaho road trips this summer that highlight the state’s natural beauty and invite fun outdoor adventures. These drives offer a perfect way to explore hidden gems while making lasting family memories. 1310 KLIX
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Have no fear of perfection - you'll never reach it.
~ Salvador Dali
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