Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of June.
Good morning, Twin Falls.
Dry weather has made water companies nervous and the Idaho Water Resource Board will add $30 million to fund projects that sustain the Eastern Snake Plain Aquifer—this money will cover canal upgrades, groundwater recharge, and flow monitoring.
Twin Falls Canal Company said reservoirs are 90% full but runoff is expected to soon fall below demand.
Twin Falls County deputies may soon wear new star outlines on their uniforms — with silver for deputies and gold for command staff — and Sheriff Johnson said the crowded county jail, following two major drug busts, will gain more deputies and extra space soon.
Filer has installed new speed limit signs to require a permanent 25 mph limit through town—officials said the change follows numerous safety complaints and increased traffic.
Local police now use flashing signs and speed readers to remind drivers to slow down—ensuring safer travel for everyone.
Pet owners in Idaho are warned that ticks are severe this year—pets may carry dozens of ticks that can spread quickly, so using tick medicine and checking your pet's skin and paws is crucial.
Owners should act now to protect pets from these harmful parasites.
St. Luke’s Magic Valley held a ribbon-cutting Tuesday at the Twin Falls Visitor Center for its new mobile health clinic that will bring mammogram services directly to women, with over $450,000 in donations funding the project & boosting screening access in rural areas.
FSIS warned that one pound vacuum-packed packages of Organic Rancher Organic Ground Beef with Use or Freeze dates June 19 and June 20 may have E. coli, a bacteria that can cause severe sickness with cramps, diarrhea, and dehydration.
The alert, which applies to meat sold through Whole Foods in Idaho, Utah, and Washington, urges consumers to check their freezers and call the USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline if they have concerns—officials are working to keep food safe.
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.
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