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Hello Twin Falls! Hope your coffee’s especially good this morning.

In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: Fourth-grader pushes hunting as state sport, record-high gold and your savings, and a journey to Mars + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.

Heads up for pet parents: An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial fee just to be seen to x-rays, surgery, medicine, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could get up to 90% cash back on your vet bill with this pet insurance plan.*

📰 In the news

Young advocate champions state tradition: Twin Falls fourth-grader Betty Grandy is leading the push to make hunting Idaho’s state sport. The bill has advanced to the Senate floor and could be signed if it passes — learn what’s behind the push.

Corridor upgrades move forward: Burley Avenue construction is underway in Buhl for up to three lanes, drainage updates, and curb, gutter, and sidewalk. Work should take 24 weeks, wrapping up in late August 2026 — get all the details.

Rising risks for younger adults: March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month, and Magic Valley doctors urge early screening. Guidelines recommend starting at 45, and a Cassia Regional Hospital surgeon says the disease is often symptomless — see the guideline changes.

Gold just hit record highs. What about your savings? While traditional IRAs have been treading water against inflation, gold has gained over 50% in three years. That gap is why more retirees are rolling a portion of their savings into gold IRAs (the kind that hold physical metal). We compared the top five options and broke down who they’re best for. Check it out here →

Paying hundreds of dollars a month for car insurance? Switching providers could save you up to $600 a year, and shopping around is way faster than it used to be – free comparison tools like this one make it easy.*

Highlights this week:

• Experience humanity’s journey toward Mars
• Sip wine and paint a masterpiece
• St. Patrick’s karaoke dinner at Canyon Crest
• Unlock clinical-level wellness data from home*

💎 Local business spotlight

Treat-yourself tea stop: Craving a midweek pick-me-up? At Kiwi Loco / Boba Blast, build-your-own boba shines with classic milk teas, fruity refreshers, and chewy tapioca, plus a sweet backup: self-serve frozen yogurt. Perfect for a quick break, a kid bribe, or that triumphant post-errand reward.

Cue the stage lights: The Orpheum Theatre keeps Twin Falls’ arts heartbeat lively with musicals, touring acts, and the occasional music-first night, an easy cure for cabin fever. Grab a friend, pick the show that matches your vibe, then turn it into a downtown night out.

Local art fix: Swing by solo, or with a friend who has strong frame opinions, and find rotating shows from Magic Valley artists at Full Moon Gallery of Fine Art & Contemporary Craft. Painting, glass, wood, and more…a breezy creativity boost right when your week needs it.

These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.

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Makeup that actually works: My sister and I were talking the other day about how the makeup we used in our 20s… just doesn’t work now that we’re in our 30s and 40s. Laura Geller’s entire makeup line addresses this shift, with formulas that smooth, brighten, and actually stay put. If you’re in the same boat, *their curated kits are worth a look →

Own a piece of Apple for less than a coffee: Every time you buy something from Amazon or Starbucks, you’re putting money in their pocket. Fractional shares flip that: you can own a slice of those companies for as little as a dollar. Most investing apps make it incredibly easy, with zero commissions and no account minimums. See which ones we recommend →

Mom says she’s fine. You’re not so sure: “What if something happens when you’re home alone?” You’ve asked a hundred times, but the outcome’s always the same. I don’t need that. Life Alert’s for old people. The real struggle isn’t finding a medical alert system that’ll work… it’s finding one she won’t fight you on. We looked into five options designed to settle the standoff, from smartwatches to systems with nothing to wear at all. See which ones stood out →

Thinning hair? Your shampoo was never going to fix it: I’ve spent an embarrassing amount of money on hair-loss products, biotin, masks, sprays, you name it. Not one of them lasted. Turns out, most things target the strand, not the follicle (where thinning actually happens). Dermatologists have been prescribing treatments that work for years, but there are now plenty of options available with no office visits required. See our top picks for men and women →

Strangers can buy your personal data for $0.50: Data brokers sell your name, home address, phone number, estimated income, and other personal info to anyone willing to pay. Scammers and identity thieves use these databases to take advantage of you. There are dozens of affordable services that can help you protect yourself. These three are our favorites →

📆 Fun for the whole fam

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🌎 Perfect Little Planet @ Herrett Center for Arts & Science | Thursday (3/19) at 1:30 PM – Skip I-84 and hitch a ride at the planetarium with an alien clan shopping the solar system for the perfect getaway, from frosty Pluto to the Sun and Saturn’s rings. Fun for all ages, no sunscreen required, and easy on the wallet.

🍫 Cake Truffle Class @ Kneaders Bakery & Cafe | Thursday (3/19) at 6:00 PM – Grab a friend and head to Kneaders to roll carrot and chocolate cake truffles, then tuck into a proper meal. It’s hands-on, low stakes, and delightfully messy, the kind of outing that makes you forget chores, errands, and the group text.

🎶 Anastasia the Musical @ The Orpheum Theatre | Friday (3/20) at 7:00 PM – Anastasia brings its Broadway sparkle to Twin Falls, complete with sweeping gowns, big numbers, and just enough royalty drama to class up your coffee. Skip the trek to Boise, enjoy catchy songs, strong voices, and a set that actually transports you.

👟 Idaho Sneaker Exchange @ Stone House & Co. | Saturday (3/21) at 12:00 PM – Stone House & Co turns into Twin Falls’ unofficial sneaker stock market, and you don’t need to know a drop from a drip to play. Bring the pairs you swore you’d wear, buy, sell, or trade, then humble your teenagers with an Air Monarch flex.

🧑 Kids Spring Break Cooking Camp @ Rudy’s | Tuesday (3/24) at 9:30 AM – Spring break is turning the stovetop over to the kids, with a hands-on camp that teaches shopping smarts, mise en place, and restaurant-worthy plating. By day three, they’ll serve a three-course meal, you’ll retire as short-order cook, and there are only 16 spots at $150.

🧗 Youth Climbing and OCR Spring Break Camp @ Gemstone Climbing | Tuesday (3/24) at 10:00 AM – Send the kids to a Spring Break camp where they climb walls, tackle obstacle courses, and come home gloriously tired. There’s pizza, games, and arts and crafts, and plenty of supervised chaos. You get quiet coffee, they get bragging rights, everyone wins.

🚀 One Step Beyond @ Herrett Center for Arts & Science | Tuesday (3/24) at 1:30 PM – If your bucket list still says Mars but your knees say sit down, this planetarium trip is perfect. Strap in for Artemis tech, launch thrills, and the hunt for life at the Herrett Center, with wallet-friendly tickets, and seniors, kids, and member deals.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

📻 Twin Falls report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 80°F – Low: 46°F – Precip: 0%

Sunny, with a high near 80. South southwest wind 3 to 9 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 46. Southwest wind 5 to 8 mph.

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Tomorrow – High: 82°F – Low: 48°F – Precip: 0%

Sunny, with a high near 82. Southwest wind 3 to 7 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 48.

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