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Public Health Officials To Newsom: Lockdown Won't Work Without Enforcement
When Gov. Gavin Newsom last week ordered nearly all 40 million Californians to stay in their homes to combat the spread of COVID-19, he set the tone for the nation, becoming the first to issue a statewide lockdown.
Daily bread? In France, fighting virus 1 baguette at a time
LE VESINET, France (AP) — In France, the fight against COVID-19 is being waged one baguette at a time.
Idaho County reports first COVID-19 case
The second positive case of COVID-19 in the Public Health – Idaho North Central District turned up Wednesday in an Idaho County individual in their 70s.
LCSC announces additional closures following Gov. Brad Little's order
Lewis-Clark State College is closing more facilities and changing operations in light of Gov. Brad Little’s order for Idahoans to stay at home to help stop the spread of COVID-19.
Coleman: Citations probably won't be necessary
Nez Perce County prosecutors note that violating Gov. Brad Little’s statewide stay-at-home order for Idaho could constitute a misdemeanor crime, but they do not think citations will be necessary for enforcement of …
Lewiston School Board OKs coronavirus plan
The Lewiston School District plans to keep all of its classified staff employed through the Idaho State Board of Education’s mandated closure of schools.
A bright spot in uncertain times
Farmers in the region got a boost to a volatile grain market after China last week made a major purchase of wheat.
State shuts down all fishing
Fishing is closed in all of Washington, the latest activity to fall to social distancing and Gov. Jay Inslee’s stay-at-home order.
Despite COVID-19, we're still cranking out local stories
This certainly is an unprecedented time in our society, with all the nervousness surrounding the coronavirus pandemic and almost a complete shutdown of the sports we love to watch.
WSU football program mourns death of another player
Deep-voiced and dreadlocked, quick to break into a modest grin when amused or surprised, Bryce Beekman exuded a quietude that belied his aggressive play on the field. Two of his teammates invoked the term “purest s…
Little orders immediate Idaho shutdown
BOISE — Based on guidance from the state’s public health officials, Gov. Brad Little issued a statewide stay-at-home order for all Idaho residents Wednesday, effective immediately.
Local Salvation Army outpost affirms commitment to community in light of coronavirus pandemic
During the coronavirus pandemic, The Salvation Army in Bannock County wants people to know it is here to help more than ever.
Letters to the editor, March 26, 2020
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Resources continue for Meridian residents
Editor’s Note: Because of cancellations and closures, we’re temporarily replacing our calendar with information on community resources. Send your ideas to [email protected] or join our Facebook group, “Idaho …
Drive-up coronavirus testing to start in Twin Falls
TWIN FALLS — St. Luke’s Magic Valley will open drive-up tents Thursday for screening and specimen collection for testing for coronavirus (COVID-19), the hospital announced in a statement Wednesday.