City News: Twin Falls
- Matthew Hicks was sworn in as the new police chief of Twin Falls last night, with unanimous city council approval and strong community support. Hicks, a longtime Twin Falls officer, says he’s committed to strengthening partnerships with public safety agencies, nonprofits, and the broader community.
Events: HWY 30 Music Fest
- The HWY 30 Music Fest 2025 has been canceled. Organizers cite economic challenges and health issues affecting the team. After 12 years of unforgettable music and community, the festival’s future is uncertain. All ticket purchases will be refunded within 90 days.
Economy: Gas Prices
- Idaho gas prices are holding steady. AAA says the average price for regular is about $3.30 a gallon — down a penny from last week and 63 cents cheaper than a year ago. Nationally, prices stand at $3.14. AAA warns that prices could rise with the upcoming Memorial Day travel season.
Education: Hagerman Ethics Ruling
- Former Hagerman Superintendent James Brown has been officially reprimanded after a hearing Friday. The state found he violated ethics rules over locker room conduct. Brown won’t face criminal charges but must complete ethics and boundaries training.
Community: Idaho Gives and Funding Shortfall
- Idaho nonprofits are facing a $643 million shortfall due to federal funding cuts. In response, the Idaho Gives campaign is rallying support for 640 organizations statewide. Donations can be made through May 1 at idahogives.org.
Infrastructure: Senior Center Roof
- The Twin Falls City Council approved $90,000 to replace the leaking roof at the Senior Center, citing safety concerns. The building, a vital space for meals and social programs, will receive long-overdue repairs to continue serving local seniors.
Volunteerism: Idaho Conservation League
- The Idaho Conservation League is seeking volunteers for its Wilderness Stewards Program to help maintain trails and protect Central Idaho’s wildlands. Applications are due May 2, with training set for June 7 in Ketchum. Learn more at idahoconservation.org.
Crime: Arrest in Mountain Home
- Gregory Wayne Jones, a daycare and preschool director in Mountain Home — and a local pastor — was arrested Friday on charges of human sex trafficking and sexual assault. Jones is being held on $1 million bail.
Sports: High School Baseball
- In the 6A High Country Conference, No. 4 Thunder Ridge beat No. 5 Canyon Ridge 12-7 in a play-in game. Kohyn Barnes and Justin Martin each had two hits. Thunder Ridge now moves on to face Highland today in a doubleheader starting at 3 p.m. Canyon Ridge finishes their season at 6-16.
- In the 4A Sawtooth Central Idaho Conference, No. 1 Kimberly dominated Gooding 10-0 in five innings. Jeremiah Bybee had three RBIs and seven strikeouts. Kimberly will host Buhl for the SCIC championship tomorrow.
- Buhl earned their title shot by shutting out Filer 8-0. Remington Higley threw a two-hit shutout, while Porter Higley went a perfect 4-for-4. Gooding and Filer will meet in a loser-out game tomorrow.
- In 3A play, Soda Springs outlasted Declo 9-8. Declo had the tying run at third but couldn’t bring it home and will face Lighthouse Christian tomorrow in the 3A SEIC tournament.
- In non-tournament action, Nampa Christian erupted late to beat Wendell 10-2. Wendell wraps up the regular season at 7-13-1.
- District titles and state play-in spots are up for grabs tomorrow — it’s win or go home!
Sports: High School Softball
- In 5A action, Twin Falls outlasted Jerome 20-16 in eight innings, finishing a game that started last week. Makenzie Hudson scored the go-ahead run before Bri Holcomb and Libby Torgrimson added key RBIs. Twin Falls ends the regular season 14-10 and clinches the top seed in the Great Basin Conference tournament. Jerome, now 11-11, will host Mountain Home Thursday as the No. 4 seed.
- In 3A, Soda Springs powered past Declo 16-6 in five innings. Declo scored early but couldn’t stop a huge nine-run first inning from the Cardinals. Declo wraps up their regular season at 8-11.
- In 2A, Glenns Ferry dominated Horseshoe Bend 17-0 behind Taylor Martinez’s no-hitter. Martinez also went 4-for-4 at the plate, striking out nine batters. Peyton Stewart added five RBIs for the Pilots, who improve to 18-3 and remain unbeaten in conference play.
Sports: CSI Softball
- The College of Southern Idaho softball team closes the regular season this weekend against Utah State-Eastern. CSI has already clinched the Scenic West title — their first since 2022 — thanks to a tiebreaker over Salt Lake. The Golden Eagles swept Utah State-Eastern earlier this year and could have another big offensive weekend. CSI will host the Region 18 Tournament opener May 6 at noon, likely against North Idaho College.
Sports: NFL and Former Boise State Broncos
- Four former Boise State Broncos signed with NFL teams after going undrafted:
- Alexander Teubner with the Ravens
- Ben Dooley with the Rams
- Cameron Camper with the Jaguars
- Seyi Oladipo with the Dolphins
- Meanwhile, Ashton Jeanty and Ahmed Hassanein were drafted by the Raiders and Lions, respectively.
Weather
- Today: Mostly sunny, with a high near 67°F. South southwest wind 6 to 16 mph becoming west northwest in the afternoon. Gusts as high as 29 mph.
- Tonight: A 20% chance of showers after midnight. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 45°F. West wind 10 to 16 mph, with gusts up to 28 mph.
- Wednesday: Sunny, with a high near 64°F. West northwest wind 9 to 11 mph, gusting to 21 mph.
- Wednesday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 39°F. Winds shifting to south southwest, gusting to 20 mph.
- Thursday: Sunny, with a high near 72°F.
- Thursday Night: Clear, with a low around 45°F.
- Friday: Sunny, high near 80°F.
- Friday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 51°F.
- Saturday: Chance of showers, then showers and possibly a thunderstorm after noon. High near 73°F. Chance of rain 60%.
- Saturday Night: Showers likely. Mostly cloudy, low around 42°F. Rain chance 70%.
- Sunday: Showers likely. Mostly cloudy, high near 54°F. Rain chance 70%.
- Sunday Night: 40% chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, low around 40°F.
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