🌱 2023 Farmers Market + Renewable Energy Program Has 97% Job Security

Hello, friends! It's Saturday in Twin Falls and I'm back in your inbox with everything you need to know about what's happening in our community.

But first, your local weather:

• Saturday: Mostly sunny and very warm. High: 85 Low: 56.
• Sunday: Mostly cloudy. High: 84 Low: 57.

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Here are the top three stories in Twin Falls today:

1. The Twin Falls Farmers Market kicked off its 2023 season last weekend, offering a variety of locally grown produce and artisan products. Held in the Magic Valley Mall parking lot on Saturdays until October from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., the market provides an opportunity to support farmers and local vendors while enjoying seasonal fruits and vegetables. The market's diverse offerings go beyond just vegetables, showcasing freshly grown produce and various artisan products. (KMVT)
2. The Renewable Energy Program at the College of Southern Idaho boasts a 97 percent job placement rate, attributed to its strong industry partnerships. This two-year associate's degree program covers various areas of renewable energy, providing hands-on experience in wind, solar, geothermal, and hydroelectric systems. Industry partners, like Magic Valley Energy, support the program by offering scholarships to eligible students, enabling them to pursue their studies and secure job opportunities upon graduation. (KMVT)
3. A woman discovered a box containing nearly 50 live betta fish while dumpster diving outside a PetSmart store in Twin Falls. The incident, captured in a TikTok video, sparked controversy over the treatment of betta fish and led to a statement from PetSmart, acknowledging the mistake and promising to review store policies. This incident is part of a trend where surplus animals are discarded by major pet stores, as seen in previous cases involving PetSmart and Petco. (Daily Mail)

Today and tomorrow in Twin Falls:

Saturday, May 20:

• Armed Forces Day: Find A Veteran At Twin Falls Cemetery (10:00 AM)

Sunday, May 21:

• Sunday Makebreak: Painted Garden Rocks At Canyon Park East (2:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Twin Falls Xavier Charter School student Anna Grace Aiello has been chosen to participate in the STEM Enhancement in Earth Science (SEES) Summer High School Intern Program. Aiello will work with NASA experts to conduct research and analyze Earth and Space data. The program offers hands-on experience and instruction, beginning with remote learning modules and culminating in a research presentation at the Virtual SEES Science Symposium. (Idaho News 6)
• Wondering why there are so many dandelions this year? An agriculture professor at The College of Southern Idaho suggests the abundance of yellow blooms could be from a lack of weed treatment mixed with the above-average rain this spring. (KEZJ)
• Twin Falls Parks and Recreation will be hosting a Chess Camp! From May 30 to Jun. 2, this camp welcomes students from kindergarten to eighth grade, and offers chess boards and a complimentary t-shirt as part of the program. (Twin Falls Parks & Recreation via Facebook)

Thanks for following along and staying informed. I'll see you around!

— Sean Peek

About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.