Friday, September 5th, 2025
Good morning, Twin Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 5th of September.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A crash near Malta last Wednesday at almost 10 p.m. on northbound State Highway 81 — at milepost 8 — claimed the life of a 30-year-old Burley man who was not wearing his seatbelt; Idaho State Police are investigating the incident. KMVT
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Holesinsky winery in Buhl offers a wide range of wines and a scenic tasting spot, and the owners will host a grape stomp harvest party soon — the big wine cellar holds 800 barrels — while its wines are sold in local supermarkets and restaurants. KMVT
- ➤ Amazon will end its program that lets Prime members share free shipping with someone at a different address starting October 1st. This new rule will force many households to pay for a separate membership — costing $14.99 per month or $139 a year — and shoppers should check if any recalled items may affect them. 1310 KLIX
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Police are offering a $5000 reward for any information on Emilio Garcia-Arteaga, a 36-year-old man from Bellevue wanted for multiple driving offenses after he failed to report to his bail bondsman and drove into a building in Hailey in 2023—authorities say he has ties to Twin Falls and Jerome. 1310 KLIX
- ➤ Kimberly police said discarded trash provided key evidence—leading them to charge a suspect with drug and gun offenses. Times-News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Twin Falls native flamenco guitarist who uses ideas from classical music + jazz will perform Monday. Times-News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Twin Falls County passed a $66.6M budget that increased salaries and wages by $1.56M and other expenses by $3M—officials say the adjustments help meet rising costs in local services. Times-News
- ➤ In November, Buhl will elect three new council members and may choose a new mayor — changes that could reshape the local government. Twin Falls Councilman Spencer Cutler announced he will not run for re-election. Times-News
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DSPs Doing Good on Tour - Twin Falls
8 a.m. - 8 p.m. — Stone House & Co. — Ticket prices vary — Empowering sessions for Direct Support Professionals to thrive and celebrate their impact.
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Falls2Falls Half Marathon & 5k
3:00–6:30 p.m. — Dierkes Lake — $10-$85 — Participate in a community run/walk to support local trail improvement projects while enjoying scenic views.
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Thousand Springs Festival of the Arts
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Thousand Springs State Park - Ritter Island — $6 Adults, $5 Seniors, $3 Children — Explore art, enjoy live music, and indulge in delicious food amidst scenic beauty.
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