Good morning, Twin Falls.

The Quick Response Unit nonprofit held its 18th annual fundraiser at the Twin Falls country fairgrounds to fund local first responders.

The event began at 8 a.m. with a motorcycle run through small towns plus later featured a car show, live music and dinner.

Former KMVT reporters recalled decades of work in the Magic Valley during the station’s 70th Anniversary Special — they shared how covering daily news, weather, and sports helped build deep ties in our community.

On Sunday evening, Twin Falls police investigated a single-vehicle crash just past 6 p.m. on Blue Lakes Boulevard North between Five Points and Shoup Avenue West—emergency responders removed the car’s roof and placed the injured driver on a stretcher to take him to a nearby hospital.

Costa Vida will soon return to Twin Falls at 334 Cheney Drive W Suite 100—once occupied by Boomerang Coffee—and serve fresh Mexican grilled food; the chain left its former spot at 1239 Pole Line Road E years ago and did not confirm an opening date.

KMVT looked back at 70 years of Magic Valley history—sharing stories from Ronald Reagan’s visit, Evel Knievel’s famous jump, and the COVID-19 pandemic as part of its 70th Anniversary Special.

Channel 11 first signed on as KLIX television on June 1, 1955 when it broadcast from a building on the corner of Eastland and Elizabeth in Twin Falls—this long history is celebrated in the station’s 70th anniversary special.

School districts in Idaho are trying to collect unpaid lunch money from parents and are looking into collection options as they struggle with rising meal debts; Jerome School District faces a $130,000 negative balance, Twin Falls has $70,800, and Cassia has $48,000 (these debts could affect funds for supplies and staffing). The districts stress that every child will always get a meal while new policies on debt rollover aim to encourage parents to pay up.

The Indivisible Chapter of Twin Falls held a town hall at Antojos Eatery and Café—where state Rep. Lance Clow answered questions from Magic Valley locals about the grocery tax, water, and other legislative issues.

More town hall events are planned for the coming months.

The Twin Falls, Cassia and Minidoka County Sheriff’s Offices will host the 14th Tristan Hunter Howard OHV Safety Fair next Friday and Saturday at the Diamond Field Jack parking lot—offering free safety training for ATV, UTV and motorbike users, with a required U.S. Forest Service road course for riders under 16.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.