FIRES & EMERGENCIES
Two structural fires kept Magic Valley crews busy over the weekend. A blaze at Highway 30 Garage in Filer Sunday night caused major damage but was contained thanks to the concrete structure. A separate fire destroyed the interior of a vacant fish hatchery once used by CSI and now owned by the City of Twin Falls. The blaze broke out Saturday, a day after trespassers were reported. Investigators say damage may prevent finding the cause.
Tragedy in Garden Valley. Boise County officials confirm a 15-year-old died in a house fire Sunday night. Crews arrived to find the home fully engulfed after a nearby propane tank exploded.
GAS & ECONOMY
Gas prices in Twin Falls have dropped slightly to $3.33 a gallon, as crude oil hits lows not seen since 2021. AAA says Idaho’s statewide average is $3.29, with demand expected to rise heading into Memorial Day.
CRIME & POLICE
The Twin Falls Police Department is warning residents about a fake social media post claiming an officer is missing. Officials say it’s a scam—everyone is safe. They urge the public not to share or interact with the post. Always verify information through official sources.
A Twin Falls man is facing three felony counts of lewd conduct with a child under 16. Police say 28-year-old Charles Hardin Jr. repeatedly abused the girl between 2019 and 2024. He denies the allegations. His bond is set at $250,000, with a court hearing on May 16.
LAW & LEGISLATION
A new Idaho law meant to clarify public defender roles could end the guaranteed right to an attorney in cases that may permanently sever parental rights. Critics warn Senate Bill 1181’s vague language could make Idaho one of only four states without that guarantee. Lawmakers insist the change only applies to privately filed cases, with counsel still possible through a court indigency test.
CITY INITIATIVES
Clogged drains are the top insurance claim in Twin Falls. To tackle the issue, the city is launching a new FOG program—fats, oils, and grease. Phase one includes public outreach, especially in Old Town where aging pipes are most at risk.
ELECTIONS
Early voting is now open for the May 20th Consolidated Election. In Twin Falls County, cast your ballot weekdays from 8 to 5 at the County Building second floor, Auditor/Recorder’s office. School bonds and highway issues may be on the ballot.
HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS – BASEBALL
It’s state play-in weekend for Idaho high school baseball, and seven District IV teams are in the hunt!
- 4A: Twin Falls (22-6) hosts Jerome vs. Skyline. Winner plays Bruins at 5.
- 5A: Burley plays Lewiston at 2 p.m. Pacific; Mountain Home faces Pocatello at 1 p.m.
- 4A: Buhl visits undefeated Fruitland—series begins Friday at 6.
- 3A: Wendell vs. Melba at 2 p.m.; winner faces Marsing at 5.
- 2A: Glenns Ferry vs. Potlatch in a best-of-three series starting Friday at 5 p.m. Pacific.
Winners advance to the state championships May 15–17 across Idaho.
HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS – SOFTBALL
- 4A: No. 4 Jerome stunned No. 1 Twin Falls 9–7. Jerome faces No. 2 Burley today at 4:30. Twin Falls hosts No. 3 Wood River in a loser-out.
- Burley vs. Wood River: Burley won 10–0. Freshman Ady Olmos struck out 13 and hit an inside-the-park homer.
- 3A: Declo edged Wendell 10–8. Declo now plays Malad; Wendell faces Soda Springs in a loser-out today at noon.
CSI SPORTS
The College of Southern Idaho softball team moved up to No. 21 in the final NJCAA rankings after sweeping Utah State Eastern. At 37-14, CSI earned the top seed and will host the Region 18 Tournament May 6–8 at First Fed Field in Twin Falls.
The Golden Eagles face North Idaho College today at 2:30 p.m. following the noon game between Salt Lake and Snow College. CSI has won 7 of 8 games this season against North Idaho.
WEATHER
Today: Cloudy with early showers (40% chance), clearing to a high near 65°F.
Tonight: Mostly clear, low around 42°F.
Wednesday: Sunny, high near 76°F.
Thursday: Sunny, high near 77°F.
Friday: Sunny and warmer, high near 85°F.
Saturday: Sunny and hot, high near 90°F.
Sunday: 20% chance of showers, high near 84°F.
Monday: 20% chance of showers, high near 74°F.
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