Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of May.
Good morning, Twin Falls.
🏘️ Community
Twin Falls Zoological Center offers an indoor summer experience with rescued animals in interactive exhibits where visitors can feed turtles plus parakeets.
The center runs on donations + admission fees and provides vital veterinary care and safe enclosures for its animals.
💼 Business
Raising Cane’s has applied to buy the former Golden Corral on Blue Lakes, which closed unexpectedly less than a year ago + bulldozers parked outside on Wednesday signal redevelopment plans.
City officials confirmed demolition permits have been submitted + construction permits remain pending as the new restaurant will open early 2026.
🚨 Crime
Canyon Ridge High School received a call from a blocked number reporting an online threat just before noon today and, after a quick investigation with Twin Falls police, officials determined the call was a prank—classes continue as usual with extra police on campus.
Twin Falls deputies found 14 pounds of meth — eight meth pipes and three glass jars holding a white substance were discovered in a vehicle.
🎭 Culture
The Snake River Stampede rodeo will shift from July to June 17-21 to offer a cooler and more comfortable event, avoiding past record-breaking heat.
A new Sunday event on June 22 from 2-6 p.m. at the Ford Idaho Center Amphitheater will feature a wine fest with over 16 local wineries, food trucks and vendors.
The Snake River Stampede will take place from June 17-21 and add a new wine fest on Sunday, June 22 from 2-6 p.m.—over 16 local wineries, food trucks, and vendors will join the event to give fans a better time.
Organizers moved the dates from July to avoid conflicts with other rodeos and to enjoy cooler weather.
🏛️ Government
The Idaho Transportation Department held a board meeting Thursday to plan building a new bridge across the Snake River—local agencies have been consulted about traffic patterns.
They will schedule public meetings at the end of June to gather feedback before starting the environmental study.
📰 Lifestyle
Putters in Twin Falls is now open for mini golf and family fun this summer.
The facility is open Monday through Thursday from noon to 8 p.m. and Friday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. — it charges $10 for adults and $7 for kids on weekdays while weekend rates are $12 and $9, and they offer group discounts for large parties.
🎉 Twin Falls Events
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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.
Spirit of Magic Valley Half Marathon
8 AM – 1 PM — Shoshone Falls Park — Registration fee applies — Experience stunning views while running along the Snake River Canyon Rim Trail.
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