Twinning Big: Twin Falls News, Business, and Growth.
Hello Twin! With all the ongoings in your wonderful city, we at Iliad Media Group thought it’d be helpful to provide a one-stop shop to keep you in the loop, share some tips, developments and predictions in the radio and business worlds, and overall, just stay connected!
The timing couldn’t be better as 2022 rapidly approaches, hopefully signifying many kinds of fresh starts.
Twin Falls Leads Nation in Annual Home Price Growth
Yep, you read right. Yahoo! Finance reported that Twin Falls saw a year-over-year increase of 36.3%. That is more than any city in the U.S. and over double the national rate of 18%.
Massive New Building Unveiled for Downtown Twin
As if you needed further evidence of the Twin Boom, The Idaho Statesman confirmed the 15,000 square-foot Main Avenue Loft will feature office, retail and restaurant space. The beautiful result will be delivered by the development company Galena Equity Partners.
Axe Throwing in Twin Falls Just Got Better
You’ve probably heard about the rise of axe throwing as a recreational/work/date night activity. Well, one Twin Falls company is keeping the fun, and adding convenience. Twin Blades Axe Throwing has a fully-insured mobile-axe throwing unit that they will bring to you, your event, anything.
A Much-Needed Blood Drive...Hosted by a 12-year-old.
A sad consequence of the pandemic is the reduced turnout of blood donors.
Fortunately, heroes like 12-year-old Jonah McCarty are working to increase it.
A karate prodigy, Jonah is in the process of earning his black belt, and that means delivering a community service project. His couldn’t be more important. Whether for surgeries, treatment or emergency care, blood is always needed, and only acquired through generous donations.
The Red Cross itself posted the full story, along with the easy steps to join Jonah’s blood drive.
Gender Wage Gap in Idaho Not Helping Women
Recent reports show Idaho lagging behind most other states in closing the gender wage gap. Downtown Twin Falls has some wonderful women-owned businesses such as Yellow Brick Cafe, Unique Twist Jewelry, and Studio G Fitness; but as detailed here, there’s still a ways to go. Idaho Women’s Business Center is doing a lot to change that, and you can be a part of it.
United & SkyWest Cancel Twin Falls to Denver Flights
November 30 was the last day of operation for United Express flights between Twin Falls and Denver. A sad result seeing as they just started in May, but this is believed to be another effect of the COVID pandemic.
Downtown Ice Skating Rink Sets December 5 Opening
Sharpen the skates and bring a hot cocoa hankerin’, the Twin Falls Downtown Commons will open their ice rink on Sunday December 5th. Pairs great with a shopping spree with so many amazing stores nearby. Stay up to date on the Downtown Twin website.
That’s Round 1 Twin. We’re proud to be a part of your community, and to be serving it through radio. Happy Holidays, and stay tuned for more insights into all things Twin Falls!
