🌱 Honk For Mental Health + Twin Falls Snags Great Basin Championship

Good morning, everybody! I'm here with your fresh copy of the Twin Falls Patch newsletter. Keep reading to find out everything that's fit to print about what's happening in the community.

But first, your local weather:

• Saturday: A stray afternoon t-shower. High: 69 Low: 46.
• Sunday: A t-storm around in the p.m.. High: 72 Low: 53.

Here are the top three stories today in Twin Falls:

1. Keller Williams employees in Twin Falls joined RED Day by wearing red attire and encouraging drivers to honk their horns in support of mental health and suicide awareness. The event focused on increasing awareness and fostering discussions about mental well-being, which has become a pressing issue in the community. Through the display of encouraging signs, volunteers aimed to send a message of support and acknowledgment to those facing mental health challenges. (KMVT 11)
2. Twin Falls secured a spot in the Four A state baseball tournament by defeating Burley eight to four and claiming the Great Basin district championship. Pitcher Nolan Hardesty expressed confidence in the team's solid performance, stating their goal of reaching the state tournament has been achieved. Hardesty played a pivotal role in the victory, pitching six strong innings and receiving support from his team. (Magic Valley)
3. Officials report that the area near McMullin Basin, where a deadly incident took place Monday, is closed through May 31 due to wet roads. A 46-year-old man was found dead in Twin Falls County as a result of a vehicle accident. The discovery was made by a man on horseback who came across the scene in a steep ravine. (KTVB)

Today and tomorrow in Twin Falls:

Saturday, May 13:

• Adult Clay Building Class At ID Hands On (10:00 AM)
• Pollinator Plant Sale At Native Roots (10:00 AM)

Sunday, May 14:

• Mother's Day Brunch At Redhawk (10:00 AM)

From my notebook:

• Magic Valley has compiled a list of the most prosperous homes available for purchase in South Central Idaho. Take a look at these luxurious properties featured this month. (Magic Valley)
• Interested in exploring things down under? Banbury Hotsprings in nearby Buhl offers beginner and introductory-level scuba diving classes for those interested in discovering things underwater. The next class will be at 5:30 p.m. on May 16. (Awol Adventures)

Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Saturday. See you all soon for another 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.