Good morning, Twin Falls.

Pole Line has reopened after a three-month closure, easing the drive for those commuting between Twin Falls, Filer and Buhl—drivers now have a smoother route home.

Local residents say the improved road comes as a welcome relief after months of detours and rough travel.

A single-vehicle crash south of Filer killed the driver and injured the passenger when the driver was ejected from his vehicle and later pronounced dead at a local hospital (police say).

A man pleaded guilty to commercial sex charges following Twin Falls massage parlor raids—he said he worked as a handyman while a deputy prosecutor stated he was deeply involved in the parlor activities.

A Twin Falls woman faces drug trafficking charges after police found almost 2 pounds of meth—records show the substance was uncovered in a storage unit search.

Gordon Kealaiki, the former treasurer for Jerome High School Music Booster Club, 58, is in jail on one count of grand theft after an audit found the club missing over $10,000 — unauthorized transactions and unexplained deposits led to the charges with a preliminary hearing set for Aug.21.

Scammers are sending fake Amazon Prime emails to trick customers in Idaho, Washington and Utah—warn officials—and customers should check their Amazon message center to verify renewal notices.

Twin Falls School District avoided cutting key programs after federal funds frozen on July 1 were released this week — letting the district quickly fill vacancies for migrant and English language support programs.

Cassia County also averted similar cuts — ensuring support for at-risk migrant students remains in place.

The City of Kimberly and former police chief Jeff Perry denied allegations by ex-detective Shane Braack-Saufley, who filed a lawsuit in February alleging a hostile work environment and retaliation, and both parties asked the court to dismiss the suit and award attorney fees—no additional court dates have been set.

Ladies High Tea 2025: Bridgerton - A Regency Affair

1-3 p.m. — Gas Lamp Event Center — $50 adults, $75 for mother-daughter package, $30 kids — Experience an enchanting tea event with a focus on community support and elegance.

Comedy Night Featuring Andrew Rose

8-10 p.m. — The Lamphouse Theatre — Ticket info not specified — Enjoy a night of laughter with Andrew Rose's unique blend of Southern humor and witty storytelling.

Twin Falls County Fair

9 AM - 6 PM — Twin Falls County Fairgrounds — Paid entry — Experience the fun of thrilling rides, live entertainment, and a vibrant showcase of local culture and agriculture.

Magic Valley Stampede PRCA Rodeo

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Twin Falls County Fairgrounds — Tickets available now — Experience the thrilling action of professional rodeo in the heart of Filer, Idaho.