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In today's newsletter:

  • How Twin Falls High's new welding shop opens doors for students
  • Why a man in a cat costume knocked on a Twin Falls door
  • How Twin Falls finally turned its football season around Friday night

Also on today's calendar: Art Class: Fun with Florals in Watercolor and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What has a tail, but no body? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Comfortable with sunshine, with a high of 75 and low of 45 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Mostly cloudy, temps: high: 83, low: 54.
  • Thursday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 84 and low of 55 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. New welding facility now open at Twin Falls High School (kmvt.com) — Students at Twin Falls High School now have a larger welding and agriculture shop, adding 10 welding booths and opening more spots in the popular program. Funded partly by a $1.1 million state grant, the expanded space lets more local teens tackle bigger, real-world projects and prepare for skilled careers or further training after graduation.
   

2. WATCH: Guy In Creepy Cat Costume Visiting Magic Valley ID Homes (newsradio1310.com) — A Twin Falls homeowner shared doorbell video of a man in a full cat costume visiting their house, prompting chatter and concern in local online groups. While the visit near Twin Falls High School spooked some residents, the writer urges people not to overreact, instead using cameras, peepholes, and common sense to stay safe and avoid confrontations.
   

3. Friday Night Flux: Peaks, pits of varsity football in Week 3 (idahostatesman.com) — Twin Falls High School's football team finally broke through with a convincing win over ranked Blackfoot, restoring confidence after three close losses. The roundup also checks in on other Magic Valley programs, highlighting big victories, worrying blowouts, and what Week 4 could mean for teams chasing playoff dreams.
   

4. Johnson, Elliana 'Ellie' Helene (kmvt.com) — Twin Falls families are mourning six-year-old Elliana "Ellie" Johnson, whose life with a rare neurological condition touched relatives, friends, and medical teams from Boise to major children's hospitals nationwide. Her memorial service and celebration of life will be held Sunday, September 20, 2026, at Kleiner Park in Meridian, where loved ones will gather to honor her resilience and spirit.
   

5. Two Fatal Car Accidents in Idaho reported on 9 (newsradio1310.com) — Idaho State Police reported two deadly crashes on September 11, including a Gem County rollover that killed an Ontario, Oregon woman and a separate head-on collision near the Wyoming border. The story also points readers to coverage of a recent fatal crash near Twin Falls, underscoring ongoing highway safety concerns across the state.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Garibaldi's is our 'go to' restaurant!
    Great atmosphere, great service and the food is always delicious!! Haven't found anything we didn't like yet! And the people are Wonderful!!!! (Nextdoor South Park)
  • They put together the best pizzas with fresh and plentiful toppings!!
    And actually don't mind at all that we have to bake it at home...gets cooked exactly how we like it. So far our favorites and the Chicago Stuffed… (Nextdoor South Park)
  • Wendy's posted a job opening for Cashier in Twin Falls. Apply here.
  • WaFd Bank - Washington Federal, Inc. posted a job opening for Customer Service Representative in Twin Falls. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Twin Falls here.

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Coin (Thank you John W. for sending it in!)
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