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New York joins California in locking down against the virus
New York state moved to join California on Friday in confining nearly all residents to their homes, as governors undertook their most sweeping efforts yet to contain the coronavirus and fend off the kind of onslaug…
Must-Reads Of The Week From Brianna Labuskes
Hello! It’s been a tough week, friends, so I won’t say Happy Friday as I usually do. But I will say it is Friday, and I hope you’re getting a chance to exhale. As many people informed us on social media, Shakespear…
Finding My Way: Who we are
It’s said that a crisis brings out the best and worst in people. It’s been a while since we’ve been able to test that theory, but we’re testing it now.
Caribou-Targhee Forest closes 15 rental cabins, warming huts
The 15 rental cabins and two warming huts available for public use on the Caribou-Targhee National Forest are indefinitely closed because of the coronavirus outbreak.
Crunch on testing frustrates Idahoans concerned they have COVID-19
As more hospitals open drive-up screening and testing sites for COVID-19, the question of who can get tested is on the minds of many.
Marooned: Idaho Falls locals stranded abroad by COVID-19 measures
Borders around the world are closing down. And some locals have been unable to return to Idaho Falls.
A pot shop at your door: Home delivery surges amid outbreak
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — One company rushed to expand its delivery fleet. Another has seen sales triple. The global coronavirus pandemic has left millions of peopl…
Coming home to roost
We currently find ourselves in the middle of the most serious world crisis in generations. I have one bit of advice for anyone who's overwhelmed: Turn off cable TV news.
Blaine County under shelter-in-place order after 11 more residents positive for COVID-19
BOISE — State officials issued a shelter-in-place order for Blaine County Thursday after 11 more residents and one person from another state tested positive for COVID-19 in the county, bringing the total number of …
Area potato farm gives away truckload of spuds at Pocatello City Hall
POCATELLO — An agronomist who works for a regional potato farm found a higher purpose for a truckload of seed potatoes that couldn't be delivered to a customer.
Southeastern Idaho Public Health recommends strict adherence to public health guidance
"With this rapidly changing situation, we are not recommending food establishment closure at this time,” said Maggie Mann, Southeastern Idaho Public Health district director. “However, restaurant owners must take s…
Now On The Menu At Closed Schools: Drive-Thru Lunches
FONTANA, Calif. — There were no hugs, handshakes or high-fives Tuesday morning at Juniper Elementary School, where the student drop-off line had transformed into a school lunch drive-thru.
BLM to temporarily suspend entrance fees on public lands across America
WASHINGTON — In a statement released Thursday, the Bureau of Land Management made the decision after careful consideration and at the direction of Secretary of the Interior David Bernhardt, will temporarily suspend…
Bonneville County announces Disaster Declaration
On Friday, March 20 Bonneville County Board of Commissioners are issuing a Disaster Declaration for Bonneville County.
Coronavirus news on social media stressing you out? Here's how to handle the anxiety
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