Your Daily Briefing – 06/05/2025

Jobs & Economy

Idaho’s Unemployment Rate: Idaho’s jobless rate held steady at 3.7% in April. Twin Falls stood out with a 0.2% job boost last month and a 3.4% increase over the past year—one of the state’s strongest growth rates. Statewide, total nonfarm jobs rose by 3,700 in April.
Simplot Layoffs: Boise-based agribusiness giant J.R. Simplot is undergoing restructuring, leading to layoffs both in Idaho and internationally. While the company hasn’t released numbers, employees have reported job losses online. Simplot says it’s adjusting to global market shifts.
Business Keyholder Info Request: Twin Falls officials are urging business owners to update their keyholder contact information. This helps emergency responders during incidents like fires or break-ins. The information remains confidential and is only used in emergencies.

Traffic & Infrastructure

Speed Limit Changes in Filer: Speed limits are being adjusted on Highway 30 in Filer. New signage and flashing lights will warn drivers. Police will issue warnings this summer to ease the transition before school starts, addressing traffic concerns.

Education & Politics

Voucher Debate Heats Up: Magic Valley residents gathered at a town hall to discuss House Bill 93, which allocates $50 million for private and homeschool vouchers. Critics say the bill lacks transparency and threatens public school funding. More town halls are planned in Burley, Gooding, and Jerome.

Emergencies & Safety

Boise Apartment Fire: A fire broke out Wednesday evening at a Boise apartment complex, displacing four units. Crews contained the blaze to one unit. No residents were hurt, though one firefighter sustained minor injuries. The cause is under investigation.

Community Events

Twin Falls Pride Festival: The Twin Falls Pride Festival returns this Saturday at City Park, marking its fifth year. Events include food, music, drag shows, and a kids area. It begins Friday at 7 p.m. with a rally and march. Saturday’s festival runs from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., hosted by Southern Idaho Pride and the Queer Cupboard. All are welcome!

Sports

Legion Baseball:
- Salmon vs. Gooding: Salmon dominated with wins of 13-3 and 16-0. Cooper Rogers went 3-for-3 with two RBIs in Game 1 for Gooding.
- Twin Falls Cowboys B vs. Jerome: Cowboys won 17-1 and 19-1. Kamden Richter and Andryk Reynolds pitched strong; Brody Solosabal and Porter Heider led offensively.
- Post 4 Rays B vs. Twin Falls Hawks: Rays won 5-0 and 15-4. Max Heider struck out nine in Game 1 and contributed two hits in Game 2.
- Filer vs. Kimberly: Filer edged Game 1 with a 6-5 win thanks to Brett Paxton. Kimberly came back in Game 2 with a 9-3 win, led by Gardner and Gunner Stringham.
Rodeo: Kimberly’s Tylee Chadwick is headed to state after earning All-Around Cowgirl honors in District 6. The sophomore qualified in four events and has her sights on nationals in Wyoming.
St. Luke’s FitOne Race: Discounted registration opens today for the FitOne race set for September 20. Events include a 5K, 10K, half marathon, and a fun 1.2-mile run. Kids 12 and under can register free with an adult. All routes end at Ann Morrison Park with live music and food. Today’s entry is just $25—prices go up tomorrow.
Golf: Thunder Ridge’s Justin Anderson won the Idaho Uswing Mojing Junior Qualifier in Twin Falls, following his 6A state golf title. His 146 total earned him a spot in the Junior World Championships at Torrey Pines in July.

Weather

Today (Thursday): Partly sunny, clearing later, with a high near 78°F. Winds light and variable, becoming northwest 5–7 mph.
Tonight: Mostly clear, low around 51°F. Winds become calm after midnight.
Friday: Sunny with a high near 83°F. Winds west northwest 5–8 mph.
Friday Night: Partly cloudy, low around 54°F. Winds shift to south southwest after midnight.
Saturday: Sunny and warm, high near 89°F.
Saturday Night: Mostly clear, low near 60°F.
Sunday: Sunny and hot, high near 93°F.
Sunday Night: Clear skies, low around 61°F.
Monday: Sunny and hot, high near 95°F.
Monday Night: Partly cloudy, low around 62°F.
Tuesday: Mostly sunny and hot, high near 92°F.
Tuesday Night: Mostly cloudy, low around 60°F.
Wednesday: A 20% chance of showers. Mostly sunny, high near 87°F.

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