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Wednesday, August 21st, 2024

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Good morning, Twin Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 21st of August.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Twin Falls will temporarily close the southbound lanes of Blue Lakes Boulevard for waterline repairs, starting 9:30 p.m. Wednesday and reopening by 7 a.m. Thursday.  KMVT
  • Local hunters express dissatisfaction with the fairness of the Idaho Fish & Game's Super Hunt drawing as it allegedly favored those who could purchase more entries.  KEZJ

CRIME NEWS

  • Thousands of Idahoans are at risk of identity theft following a hack that exposed Social Security numbers and personal data, with steps provided on how to check for data compromise.  1310 KLIX

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Raising Cane's restaurant chain seeks to expand into Twin Falls, Idaho, by purchasing the site of the now-closed Golden Corral, signaling potential growth in local dining options.  1310 KLIX
  • A new rule following a $418 million settlement from a federal lawsuit against the National Association of Realtors changes commission offers in MLS, potentially affecting realtor earnings and shifting payment responsibilities to buyers.  KMVT

HEALTH NEWS

  • Idaho ranks as the fifth worst state for prescription drug misuse, with a growing substance abuse problem affecting 15% of its population.  KMVT
  • Perdue Foods LLC recalls 167,171 pounds of chicken products in Idaho due to potential contamination with metal wire, with no reported injuries but advising consumers to dispose of or return the products.  KEZJ

LIFESTYLE NEWS

  • Spirit Halloween store is now open in Twin Falls, offering a wide range of costumes and decorations for the holiday season.  1310 KLIX

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Idaho Preferred Month Celebration at Walmart in Twin Falls

    Experience a celebration of local Idaho produce with farmers, tasting demonstrations, games, trivia, and live radio at Walmart.

    Sat, 9/14/24

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  • Whip Wilson Live at Koto Brewing Co.

    Experience an evening of live music with Whip Wilson at Koto Brewing Co. in Twin Falls.

    Fri, 9/20/24

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