Today
in Twin Falls
Thursday, October 30th, 2025
Good morning, Twin Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 30th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ This weekend, residents in Twin Falls can enjoy a variety of Halloween events—Tubbs Berry Farm is open for its season-ending fall fun while a tamale class is held today at Rudy's, a musical about World War One is played at the Twin Falls Theatre Collective, and local CSI teams start their basketball seasons with games on Friday and Saturday. Family events like trunk-or-treats, parties, and a water circus continue through November 3. 1310 KLIX
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Carter's said it will close 150 stores nationwide over the next three years to save on costs from low-margin locations—a plan that includes stores in Ammon, Boise and Twin Falls. Customers may need to shop online or visit another nearby Carter's store. 1310 KLIX
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A historic walking tour of SE Main Ave is set for Nov. 1—attendees will learn about the area's architecture, businesses and key residents who shaped the street. Times-News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ New job listings are available for South Central Idaho job seekers—various employers have posted openings offering new career opportunities. Job seekers can browse the postings online to find positions that match their skills. Times-News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The College of Southern Idaho met a state directive for a 3% budget cut by saving about $1 million—mainly by cutting IT services and leaving jobs unfilled—while keeping student services in place and watching for changes with CSI Head Start in the upcoming legislative session on Jan. 12. KMVT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bus driver Jenny Sharp reported that, in just nine weeks, she recorded as many school bus stop violations as all of last school year—local deputies warned that careless driving could put a child's life at risk. Bonneville County law enforcement said drivers need to slow down when encountering buses with activated stop arms. Local News 8
- ➤ If lawmakers do not reach a budget deal before Saturday, SNAP accounts may remain empty for a week and leave Idaho's 130,000 recipients without funds until funds are released—forcing some to rely on local food banks like the Jerome Community Kitchen and Filer Pentecostal Church while the College of Southern Idaho serves only its students and staff. KEZJ
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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.
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Cowboy Christmas Market
10 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Twin Falls County Fairgrounds — $5 entrance fee — Celebrate the season with a festive market featuring handcrafted goods and holiday treats.
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Holiday Favorites Celebration
7:30-9:30 p.m. — College of Southern Idaho Fine Arts Building — Ticketed event — Enjoy a festive concert honoring Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas with guest performers and choir.
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Branches and Bridges Uniting Cultures Lecture
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Herrett Center — Free entry — Explore community empowerment through education and cultural connections.
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The Life & Photography of Clarence Bisbee
11 AM — Twin Falls Public Library — Free entry — Discover the legacy of local photographer Clarence Bisbee through a captivating talk by Librarian Jennifer Hills.
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