Panhandling Appears a Good Way to Make a Living in Twin Falls, ID

If you look closely, you can see a man at the intersection with a sign.

I saw the boy while eating my lunch. I like the view at the International House of Pancakes. I can watch the traffic along the Perrine Bridge and it is relaxing. Instead, the waitress seated us in another part of the restaurant where we had some privacy but which faced west and south. I looked out the window and saw the man begging. I have seen it before. This is your work station.

This is your regular job

He has a sign that says he needs a motel room and gas. Giving the impression that you are stranded in Twin Falls and need a few bucks to get back on the road. He’s been using the same corner for months, so I’m assuming he’s not a passenger. There is nothing illegal that you can see in his actions and he really seems to be enjoying his time. At one point Monday, she broke into dancing during a time when traffic was light. Then he left for a few minutes. He returned with a can of gasoline, which he used for support. Once again, he disappeared for a few minutes and then came back without the gas can. Most of the people who pass by do not give you money, but a surprising number do pay a few dollars.

The money you probably wouldn’t claim when it came time to pay taxes.

Labor shortage in Magic Valley

Payroll jobs are available throughout southern Idaho. Twin Falls County Commissioner Brent Reinke told me this week that he spoke to an employer who needs to fill 200 positions. A local pastor explained that Home Depot has three dozen openings.

But you see, begging offers freedom. You set your own hours. You don’t answer to a boss and if you are willing to be there in extreme weather conditions, you could possibly reach out to people emotionally and raise even more money.