🌱 ‘Lunch With Judy’ Returns To Twin Falls + Officer Involved Shooting

Hello all. It's me, Danielle Fallon-O'Leary, your host of the Twin Falls Patch newsletter — here to impart everything you need to know about what's happening in town.

But first, your local weather:

• Thursday: Mostly sunny. High: 78 Low: 54.
• Friday: Mostly sunny and very warm. High: 82 Low: 57.

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Here are the top three stories today in Twin Falls:

1. The original play "Lunch With Judy" is returning to Twin Falls at the Lamphouse Theatre for two weekends. The play delves into the behind-the-scenes life of Judy Garland, spanning 30 years, as seen through the eyes of a friend she meets on an MGM studio lot. With a small and intimate setting of only 50 seats, the show promises a dynamic and emotional experience for the audience. The play will run from May 18 to 20 and May 25 to 27, offering evening and matinee performances. (KMVT)
2. The Idaho State Police is leading an investigation into an officer-involved shooting incident in Twin Falls County that resulted in critical injuries to a 45-year-old male. Law enforcement officers attempted to serve a civil protection order, but the individual reportedly became uncooperative and armed himself with a knife and later a shotgun, leading to shots being fired. The man was airlifted to a nearby hospital and remains in critical condition; no law enforcement officers were injured. The Critical Incident Task Force (CITF) is conducting the investigation in collaboration with local law enforcement agencies and the prosecutor's office. (East Idaho News)
3. The Twin Falls Titans, a 12-U Cal Ripken League baseball team, has qualified for the Cal Ripken League World Series after winning the state championship. Representing Twin Falls and Idaho, the team will compete in the tournament in Missouri from Aug. 2 to 12 against 24 teams, including international competitors. With a successful track record from previous tournaments, the Titans have a strong chance of performing well in the World Series. (KEZJ)

Today and tomorrow in Twin Falls:

Thursday, May 18:

• Mental And Physical Fitness For Woman In Business (Virtual: Zoom) (12:00 PM)

Friday, May 19:

• Gem Prep Information Session At Twin Falls Public Library (5:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Twin Falls has initiated its annual budgeting process, focusing on community accessibility, safety, and economic development. The public is encouraged to participate by attending City Council Meetings and Public Hearings, held from now until the end of July, to learn about ongoing initiatives and provide input on funding decisions. The budget discussions will occur during City Council Meetings starting at 5 p.m., with Public Hearings scheduled directly after. (City of Twin Falls)
• Wood Investments Cos. has revealed the arrival of three new tenants at Canyon Park West, a retail center in Twin Falls. Natural Grocers will be opening a 20,000-square-foot store at the location in the coming fall, while Ashley HomeStore and Carter's have already opened their doors, occupying 18,000 and 4,084 square feet, respectively. (Shopping Center Business)
• Gordy's HWY 30 Musical Festival is set to take place at the Twin Falls County Fairgrounds Jun. 21 to 24 for four fun days of country music. Attendees will also find local food vendors, a beer garden and a bounce house for the kids. (Magic Valley)

Alrighty, you're all caught up for today! I'll be back in your inbox soon with a new update.

— Danielle Fallon-O'Leary

About me: Danielle Fallon-O’Leary is a content manager with content creation agency Lightning Media Partners and assists Patch.com with community newsletter curation. Danielle also holds a Master’s Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders and works part-time as a pediatric speech therapist.