Today
in Twin Falls
Wednesday, May 27th, 2026
Good morning, Twin Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 27th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today, Magic Valley Quilts of Valor honored 13 local veterans in Twin Falls with handmade quilts+ one honoree was a 101-year-old WWII veteran. The nonprofit serves eight counties and will hold its next ceremony July 2 at the County West Building. KMVT
- ➤ The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced its new Caldwell Idaho Temple on Tuesday, May 26 at the southwest corner of West Orchard Avenue + South Florida Avenue in Canyon County. The 82,000 sqft, multistory building will be built on a 19.2-acre site. Local News 8
- ➤ The Western Days Parade is set for Saturday, May 30 at 9 a.m. along Falls Ave. and Blue Lakes to Shoshone St. N. and S.; road closures began today at 7 a.m. near the city park (and along the parade route from 7:30 a.m.) and will last until May 31. KMVT
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A Twin Falls resident called for lifeguards at Dierkes Lake after a young boy drowned on Saturday, May 23, prompting a review of safety measures along the lake. KMVT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Harrison Gallaugher, a TikTok rapper with over 52,000 followers, features Twin Falls (population 57,000) in his latest video that highlights local landmarks, businesses and open-air spots. The video, posted online today, has sparked local pride and growing calls for more town-themed tracks. 1310 KLIX
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Little declared May as Wildfire Awareness Month to stress making homes safe before summer fires. The Idaho Department of Insurance and the State Fire Marshal’s Office advise homeowners to clear debris, create defensible space, and review insurance policies (a practical guide is available) for wildfire protection. KMVT
- ➤ Fires near Glenns Ferry have burned 10 and 3,000 acres since May 25 while blazes near Richfield (1,500 acres) and Burley (2,000 acres) are being managed by crews as winds slow the spread; BLM warns residents to expect smoke and emergency vehicles near roadways. KMVT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Idaho Transportation Department and Office of Highway Safety launched the '100 Safest Days of Summer' campaign to lower traffic deaths before summer travel peaks — officials urge drivers to buckle up, put their phones away, and drive with extra care to keep more communities safe. KMVT
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