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Hello again Twin Falls! We're bringing you the latest town highlights. Don't miss out, keep going! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How Twin Falls' animal shelter is transforming after years of fundraising
  • What the newly released Twin Falls police bodycam video actually shows
  • What PFAS in the airport's water means for Twin Falls residents

Also on today's calendar: Vintage Vixens Market and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why should you never iron a 4-leaf colver? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Sunny, breezy and pleasant, with a high of 74 and low of 50 degrees.
  • Thursday: Abundant sunshine and nice, temps: high: 76, low: 50.
  • Friday: Mostly sunny and very warm, with a high of 82 and low of 54 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. After years of fundraising, Twin Falls animal shelter begins renovation (magicvalley.com) — Renovations are finally underway at the People for Pets Animal Shelter in Twin Falls after years of fundraising, bringing long-awaited upgrades for the animals and staff who care for them. Recent photos show construction in progress, staff outlining phased improvements, and adoptable pets still waiting for homes as the shelter works to modernize without pausing its daily intake and adoption work.
   

2. Twin Falls officer bodycam footage released after deadly April shooting (kivitv.com) — Twin Falls police have released body camera footage from an April 29 officer-involved shooting, giving residents their first detailed look at how a felony warrant service escalated when a suspect armed with a knife advanced on officers. Investigators from outside agencies ruled the shooting legal and within policy, but the man's mother strongly disagrees and is weighing possible legal action.
   

3. Magic Valley Regional Airport finds elevated PFAS levels in drinking water well (kmvt.com) — Officials at Twin Falls' Magic Valley Regional Airport have found elevated PFAS levels in the airport's drinking water well, above new federal guidelines. The city says the water is still safe for cleaning and bathing, but advises vulnerable people to consider bottled water while long-term fixes, including possibly drilling a new well, are explored.
   

4. Twin Falls Golfer Trey Billings accomplishes rare feat during Valley Club Invitational (kmvt.com) — Twin Falls High School golfers just dominated the Valley Club Invitational, with Trey Billings carding a rare hole-in-one and the Bruins boys and girls teams both taking first place. Local standouts Kolette Jenkins and Braden Scott led the way as districts approach at Canyon Springs Golf Course in Twin Falls on October 5.
   

5. How Donating Blood Helped This Man Detect Prediabetes Early (news-usa.today) — A frequent blood donor who regularly drives to Twin Falls learned he was prediabetic after taking advantage of the Red Cross's optional A1C screening, prompting major lifestyle changes. His story highlights how local blood drives can quietly flag health issues while supporting patients, and notes that free A1C testing will return in November for interested donors.
   

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  • This was how lobo...
    aka Roger now, used to be cared for!!!!!Somebody adopt him pleeeeaaassseeee! (Nextdoor Addison/2nd Ave)
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