# Times-News MagicValley.com

> News

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id375099832](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id375099832)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id375099832`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Lee Enterprises
- **Category:** News
- **Rating:** 2.90 / 5 (39 ratings)
- **Version:** 9.22.1
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-06
- **First published:** 2010-06-04
- **Size:** 98 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-23
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/times-news-magicvalley-com/id375099832)
- **Website:** [https://magicvalley.com/ads.txt](https://magicvalley.com/ads.txt)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://magicvalley.com/privacy](http://magicvalley.com/privacy)

## Description

Your story lives in the Magic Valley. From reporting on all of your favorite teams to the news that matters most in the community, we cover it all. Get in-depth stories from the Twin Falls region and beyond – including news, sports, opinion, obituaries, entertainment, and politics.

Easily access the very latest news in an app built for you. Read, see, and hear exclusive commentary, stunning photography, video updates, and binge-worthy podcasts. 

Plus, subscribers have the ability to upgrade to News+, our premium ad-free experience! That means faster-loading pages and an uninterrupted reading experience. 


Our app features:

* Your Stories – personalize your experience by selecting the local news topics that matter most to you
* Get notified – stay in the loop by selecting alerts for news, sports, weather, and more
* Easy navigation – see all the latest local stories by simply swiping up/down, and left/right.
* Read stories your way – either in the News Feed or via the E-edition
* Breaking news updates – top banners let you know what’s happening right now
* Follow author – get notifications whenever your favorite writers post a story
* Bookmark for later – save stories to enjoy at your leisure
* Listen to articles – press the play button to listen instead
* Customize your text size – make the content bigger or smaller in your profile settings
* Weather where you are – hourly, 10-day forecasts, and frequent video updates

Free to download. Subscribers enjoy unlimited access.

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## Rankings

- #229,387 — Overall

## Review summary

Reviewers are mixed. Many appreciate having an easy, convenient way to keep up with local Magic Valley news and view the app as well maintained and updated. But the majority complain about ad-heavy experiences (fullscreen ads, redirects), frequent crashes or slow loading, and paywalls that block content. Additional concerns include outdated or sparse coverage and missing local topics, plus cancellation upsell friction. Overall, the app works for some users seeking local news, but is frustrating and unreliable for many others.

### Pros

- Easy and convenient way to stay informed about local Magic Valley news
- Well maintained and updated according to multiple reviews
- Overall positive sentiment with some users recommending the app

### Cons

- Intrusive ad-heavy experience with fullscreen ads and frequent redirects to the App Store
- Crashes, slow loading, and general performance problems (pages not loading, freezing)
- Paywalls and limited/low-value content (teasers behind paywalls, premium for obituaries)
- Content updates and coverage gaps (outdated or sparse coverage, missing local topics)
- Cancellation upsell friction and difficulty canceling subscriptions

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