Today
in Twin Falls
Friday, May 30th, 2025
Good morning, Twin Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 30th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Shoshone Grade Reconstruction Project finished road work and reopened access to Shoshone Falls Park and Dierkes Lake Park today—improving safe travel for visitors in southern Idaho. KEZJ
- ➤ Legacy Fest will start on June 21 in Filer after the Hwy 30 Music Fest was canceled and will feature bands scheduled to perform along with classic car displays and live vendors. Organizers have hired more food trucks and increased security (in coordination with Twin Falls County) to prepare for the expected crowd (tickets are on sale). KMVT
- ➤ Western Days begins as local organizers prepare a plows and cows themed festival with live music, food trucks, a rock wall, a trampoline and a butterfly zone for kids. The soft open is at noon today with the opening ceremony at 5 p.m.—the parade is scheduled for Saturday with over 3,500 expected attendees and road closures starting at 7 a.m. KMVT
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Savepoint Retro, a new shop by owner Josh Niccum at Centennial Square along Blue Lakes Boulevard North, offers retro video games, gaming equipment and tournaments—plus an internet cafe where gamers can play classic titles. KMVT
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Police in Chubbuck found a 36-year-old man dead in his Jeep Cherokee parked in a Walmart lot on May 27th (police believe he may have been transient) and are investigating further as drug paraphernalia was found (an autopsy is being arranged through the Bannock County Coroner’s office). 1310 KLIX
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ With mid-90's heat forecast for the weekend, Twin Falls Police warn that leaving children or pets in unattended vehicles is dangerous—vehicles heat up like ovens and a child left behind may face an 'injury to a child' charge while a pet can incur a $156 fine, so residents should call 911 if immediate help is needed. KMVT
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A study found that using marijuana by smoking, eating, or through secondhand exposure can hurt blood vessels and may lead to heart problems for non-tobacco using adults—raising public health concerns in places such as Idaho, Utah and Washington. KEZJ
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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.
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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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Hwy 30 Music Fest 2025
All day — Twin Falls County Fairgrounds — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an unforgettable weekend filled with vibrant country music and local charm in scenic southern Idaho.
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Jordan World Circus
4-5:30 p.m. — Jerome County Fairgrounds — Family-friendly event — Experience a captivating circus performance that delights audiences of all ages.
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2025 Hwy 30 Music Festival - Friday
Jun 20-21 — Twin Falls County Fairgrounds — Ticket info unavailable — Experience an exciting night filled with live music in the heart of Twin Falls.
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Twin Falls Car Show & Rusty Nuts Swap Meet
10 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Twin Falls City Park — Free entry — Explore classic cars and hunt for hidden treasures at the swap meet.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The greatest good you can do for another is not just to share your riches but to reveal to him his own.
~ Benjamin Disraeli
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