Community Corner
🌱 Patch AM: How will Twin Falls look in 2040? City wants your ideas
And check out Ladies Christmas Tea on the Twin Falls Patch calendar
Hi Twin Falls! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- How will Twin Falls look in 2040? City wants your ideas
- How much federal relief is headed to Twin Falls-area farmers?
- Could your missing pet post make you a scammer’s next target?
Also on today's calendar: Wreaths Across America Day and 2 more events.
Find out what's happening in Twin Fallsfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
Today's riddle: What did the boat dock say when it was arrested? 🤔 (Answer below!)
Find out what's happening in Twin Fallsfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
- Saturday: Partly to mostly sunny, with a high of 57 and low of 27 degrees.
- Sunday: Sunny, temps: high: 54, low: 29.
- Monday: Mostly cloudy, with a high of 56 and low of 43 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Twin Falls seeks resident input for 2040 community strategic plan update (kivitv.com) — Twin Falls city leaders are updating the community’s 10-year strategic plan and are actively asking residents to share their vision for what the city should look like by 2040. The plan will guide future ordinances, budgets, and projects affecting everything from parks and sidewalks to the airport and wastewater systems, with an online survey still open for public input. 
2. Idaho farmers to receive federal relief amid crop price crisis (kmvt.com) — Farmers in and around Twin Falls are set to receive federal emergency payments from a $12 billion relief package, aimed at easing the sting of sharply lower crop prices. Local farm leaders say the money will help bridge a 30% income drop since 2022, but warn long-term stability still depends on global markets rebounding and supply-demand balancing out.
3. Twin Falls Sheriff Warns of Dangerous Pet Scam (newsradio1310.com) — Twin Falls County Sheriff’s officials are warning residents about a new pet-recovery scam that targets people posting about lost dogs and cats online. Scammers may fake photos, demand reward money or financial details, and never had your animal at all. Locals are urged to insist on seeing the pet in person and meeting safely before sharing money or personal information.
4. PHOTOS: Twin Falls ID Park Lights Make AM Drive Worthwhile (newsradio1310.com) — If your morning drive takes you through downtown Twin Falls, the glowing Christmas lights at Twin Falls City Park are turning early commutes into something to look forward to. A local driver describes the quiet pre-dawn trip from Falls Avenue to Park Avenue and why walking the decorated park with family after dark is worth the stop.
5. 'A lot of brain calories': Twin Falls High School hosts 600+ competitors for speech and debate tournament (kivitv.com) — Twin Falls High School is hosting its annual Rim to Rim speech and debate tournament, drawing more than 600 competitors from 18 schools to town. Local Bruins team members describe the activity as a demanding “brain sport” that’s boosted their confidence, communication, and critical thinking, while they defend their state championship title on their home turf.
📸 Around Twin Falls
Show off your photography skills and the sights around town! Click here to submit your Photo of the Day to Patch AM!
🗓 Upcoming Events in Twin Falls
Add your event to our calendar and newsletter!
★ Featured events ★
- Ladies Christmas Tea
4002 N 3300 E, Twin Falls
8:00 pm
Saturday December 13
Want to see your event featured? Click here!
Other local events
- Wreaths Across America Day
Cemeteries in the Magic Valley
10:00 am - Business After Hours Sponsored by The Depot Grill Catering & The Twin Falls Area Chamber of Commerce
Gaslamp on 3rd Event Center , 269 3rd Ave S , Twin Falls
5:30 pm - White Christmas
The Orpheum Theatre , 146 Main Ave N , Twin Falls
2:00 pm - New Year's Eve Party
Canyon Crest Event Center , 330 Canyon Crest Dr , Twin Falls
7:00 pm
Saturday December 13
Thursday December 18
Sunday December 21
Wednesday December 31
📣 Twin Falls Shout Outs!
Want to say something great about someone in town? Click here to submit your Shout Out to Patch AM! It's free!
🗓 Events Nearby
- Second Saturday Art Class: Daily Sketchbooks – Holiday Sketchbook Pages
Magic Valley Arts Council , 195 River Vista Pl , Twin Falls
10:00 am - 2nd Saturday Art Class YOUTH | Winter Perspectives
Magic Valley Arts Council , 195 River Vista Pl , Twin Falls
10:00 am - HS BB @ Mountain View HS
Mountain View High School , 2000 S Millennium Way , Meridian
11:30 am - JH GB/BB v. Sun Valley
Hansen District #415 Hansen, ID 83334
3:00 pm - HS BB @ Rimrock
Hansen District #415 Hansen, ID 83334
6:00 pm - HS GB v Richfield
Hansen Elementary Hansen, ID 83334
6:00 pm - Elementary Christmas Concert
Hansen District #415 Hansen, ID 83334
Saturday December 13
Monday December 15
Tuesday December 16
Wednesday December 17
Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.
Want to see your business here? Click here to connect with local customers.
💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- We have a Santa clause costume if anyone wants it.
We used it when our kids were little but they’re all grown up now. Not a fancy costume but you are welcome to it if you want it. We don’t want to… (Nextdoor Morning Sun) - No job is too small!
Had a client called about her table and chair being too loose and wobbling. So I came in and reinforced it. She absolutely loved it! For all your… (Nextdoor Addison/2nd Ave)
- Costco Wholesale Corporation posted a job opening for Bakery Wrapper / Sanitation in Twin Falls. Apply here.
- Dollar Tree posted a job opening for Assistant Manager I in Twin Falls. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Twin Falls here.
Ok Twin Falls! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: I demand a jury of my piers.
Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Send it to us!
👉 Help make Patch AM better
- Help us grow by suggesting local news sources.
- Shape this newsletter with your feedback.
- List items for sale or services offered
We use a combination of real people and machines to tell you what’s happening around town. Learn more about Patch AM.
Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.