UPDATED July 20, 2021

Idaho is currently in Stage 4 of Rebound Idaho

On May 12, 2021, Governor Little announced that statewide metrics justify returning to Stage 4 of the Idaho Rebounds plan.

 This means that:

• No recommended limitations on gathering sizes. Gatherings, both public and private, should adhere to physical distancing and sanitation guidelines. Blaine County and the local cities must continue to adhere to local guidelines as listed below.

• COVID-19 vaccine encouraged for all eligible individuals.
• All individuals, businesses, and governmental entities should adhere to physical distancing and sanitation guidelines.

View more information here.

Wood River Valley COVID-19 Health Orders:

• Sun Valley- Follows the State of Idaho Health Order.
• Ketchum-Follows the State of Idaho Health Order. 
• Hailey-Follows the State of Idaho Health Order. 
• Bellevue- Follows the State of Idaho Health Order. 
• Carey- Follows the State of Idaho Health Order. 
• Blaine County-Follows the State of Idaho Health Order. View Blaine County's ordinance repealing the previous COVID ordinance here. 

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COVID-19 Vaccine Information

Updated 5/27/2021

How do I know if the vaccine is safe? 

• The Mayo Clinic put together this great video to help explain how the vaccine works. The CDC also provides helpful information on understanding the mRNA COVID-19 vaccines and how they work.

Who Can get the Vaccine? 

• Any Idaho resident 12 years of age and older. **Keep in mind that the Pfizer vaccine is currently the only vaccine available for those of the age 12+ and a parent may need to be present or need to approve the administration of the vaccine to their child. 

Where can I get the Vaccine?

•  St. Luke's Wood River, the South Central Public Heath District  and several local pharmacies are administering the vaccine in the Wood River Valley.

How many doses of the vaccine have been distributed in Blaine County and in Idaho?

• The State's vaccine dashboard with numbers on the doses administered can be viewed here. 

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Additional Resources:

• CDC Recommendations for Fully Vaccinated People
  
• Idaho Department of Health and Welfare, Information on Where you can get the Vaccine.
• St. Luke's Wood River COVID-19 Vaccine Information
• Facts about the COVID-19 Vaccine
  

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Helpful COVID-19 Links

• Vault COVID-19 test kits for employers.
• COVID-19 Testing locations within the South Central Public Health District.
• OSHA COVID-19 Workplace Safety Resources
• Flu Shot Information - The differences between the flu and COVID-19.
• Visit Sun Valley - Visitor information and resources
• Idaho Rebounds - Website with all resources and information related to reopening plan for Idaho
• Live Better Idaho - Multiple resources for Idaho residents ranging from financial to health and overall well-being
• South Central Public Health District - Most accurate and up-to-date count of COVID-19 cases for Blaine County
• Idaho COVID-19 Dashboard - Most accurate and up-to-date information on COVID-19 in Idaho
• Guidelines for Opening Up America
• Tips on how to balance family and work life during COVID-19, as well as a list of safe activities for children.

Blaine County Facilities 

Blaine County Facilities are Open

In an effort to help protect the community as well as our staff, we request all customers adhere to the following protocol:

• Continue good sanitizing practices including frequent hand washing and hand sanitizing.
• Cover their mouth and nose when sneezing or coughing.
• Stay home if not feeling well.

Please visit the web page or call ahead to the Office or Department to understand if the processes have changed.  The DMV is operating by appointment-only now.  Please visit their webpage to schedule your appointment.

Blaine County appreciates your understanding as we continue working to help keep our community safe during these trying times.  We all want to do our part to make it safe for everyone.

***The information provided on this page is intended to consolidate various resources during the COVID-19 emergency for use by the public. By hosting these resources on its server, Blaine County does not guarantee, vouch for, or warrant these services. Persons seeking any of the services set forth herein should contact the provider directly to determine the scope of services provided and any eligibility requirements, qualifications, conditions, or terms.