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DEMOGRAPHICS According to the 2000 census the counties of the Magic Valley region had a combined population of 162,397. Twin Falls is the region's largest city and Micropolitan Area . Burley is the principal city of the region's other micropolitan area. Other important cities include Jerome , Rupert , Gooding and Hailey . HISTORY The name "Magic Valley" is a reference to the construction of Milner Dam and a series of Irrigation canal systems on the Snake River during the first decade of the 20th Century. In a short time these projects "magically" transformed what had been considered a nearly uninhabitable area into some of the most productive farmland in the northwestern United States . Many cities and towns in the region were founded between 1900 and 1910 as a direct result of these projects. EDUCATION The College Of Southern Idaho (CSI) in Twin Falls is the Magic Valley's only college. Most of the region's cities and towns support separate public school districts. CULTURE Cultural events are routinely held at CSI. County Fairs are held throughout the region in the late summer, the largest being the Twin Falls County Fair in Filer in early September. The Sun Valley resort in Blaine County hosts several attractions throughout the year. LEISURE Popular leisure activities in the Magic Valley include Camping , Hunting and Fishing . Skiing at several resorts throughout the region is one of the most popular winter activities. Jackpot , Nevada , which is closely associated with the Magic Valley region, offers Casino Gaming . AGRICULTURE Important agricultural commodities in the Magic Valley include Beans , Sugar Beets , Corn (maize) and Potatoes . Dairy production is also significant, especially in Jerome and Gooding Counties. CITIES AND TOWNS
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