Good morning, Twin Falls.

Bryan Hyde took nominations for Most Idaho Man and declared Butch from Jerome the winner.

He is known on local radio for moderate drinking, hunting and a love for potatoes—traits that many Idaho men share.

Gas prices in Twin Falls dropped by one penny this week to $3.44 a gallon, with Idaho’s average now at $3.46 as reported by AAA of Idaho.

Drivers hope for more savings when crude oil falls below $60 per barrel—the lowest since April 2021—as fuel demand drops before the colder months.

Used car prices in Idaho hover around $40,000 while they average about $34,000 elsewhere—this gap comes from higher local demand, market changes, and local rules.

Twin Falls officials announced a free leaf collection service for customers—designed to ease seasonal cleanup—and invite residents to use the service for managing fallen leaves.

Assistant to the City Manager Mandi Thompson said that in the 1960s Rock Creek was in rough shape and used as a dumping ground—now the city is finalizing a three-part plan to improve water quality by addressing storm water management, stream bank repair, and agriculture projects, with project selections set for City Council review in January and potential construction starting next spring.

This October, fire officials in Twin Falls observe Fire Prevention Month—sharing safety tips and hosting events to help reduce fire risks.

As fall settles in, dangerous spiders such as black widows, hobo spiders, and yellow sac spiders are moving indoors as they search for warmth—experts warn that bites may require hospital care for people and pets.

Residents are urged to winterize homes and consider pest control inspections to keep their families safe.

Harvest Party

7-10 p.m. — 4002 N 3300 E — Cost info not provided — Celebrate the bounty of the season with good food, fun games, and great company.

Stories Under the Stars

6-8 p.m. — Faulkner Planetarium — Free books available — Celebrate Idaho Family Reading Week with engaging stories under the stars and a guided star tour.