Idaho re-enters Stage 4 of pandemic response
By Reader Staff
After nearly three months stuck in Stage 3 of its novel coronavirus pandemic response plan, also known as Idaho Rebounds, the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare …
Category: COVID-19
CDC updates mask guidance for vaccinated people
By Lyndsie Kiebert
Reader Staff
Federal health authorities updated COVID-19 safety guidelines on April 27, announcing that fully vaccinated people no longer need to wear face coverings outdoors, unless in …
BGH defers local vaccine efforts to pharmacies, other providers
By Lyndsie Kiebert
Reader Staff
Novel coronavirus vaccination appointments opened earlier this month for anyone 16 and older across Idaho. Meanwhile, in Bonner County, providers are seeing a decrease in …
Idaho aiming for 80% vaccinated against COVID-19
By Lyndsie Kiebert
Reader Staff
Idaho health officials announced April 13 that they are setting an ambitious goal: 80% of Idahoans vaccinated against the novel coronavirus by September 2021.
“We …
Governor takes strong stance against ‘vaccine passports’
By Lyndsie Kiebert
Reader Staff
Idaho Gov. Brad Little presented a strong stance against so-called “vaccine passports” during a live announcement April 7, sharing that he’d be signing an executive …
Idaho closes in on half a million vaccinated residents
By Lyndsie Kiebert
Reader Staff
Idaho’s COVID-19 vaccine rollout continues to gain speed, with anyone 16 and older — regardless of comorbid health conditions — being able to access appointments …
‘Our best shot’: Vaccines available to all Idahoans over 16 by April 5
By Lyndsie Kiebert
Reader Staff
Idaho’s COVID-19 vaccine rollout is now full speed ahead, as Gov. Brad Little announced March 24 that starting Monday, April 5, all residents over the …
Idaho: All adults will have access to vaccine by end of April
By Lyndsie Kiebert
Reader Staff
The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare announced March 16 that all Idahoans over the age of 16 will be able to secure COVID-19 vaccine …
Idaho debuts online tool for COVID-19 vaccine scheduling
By Lyndsie Kiebert
Reader Staff
Idaho launched a new website for people hoping to receive the COVID-19 vaccine, in an effort to offer a one-stop-shop to connect patients with those …
Past, present, pandemic
By Lyndsie Kiebert
Reader Staff
Messages surrounding the novel coronavirus pandemic in Idaho are becoming increasingly more optimistic, with Gov. Brad Little taking a tone of near-victory in a March …
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Sandpoint in Pictures
Filmmaker Jimmy Matlosz of the Idaho Film Company has made a series of mini documentaries about influential Sandpoint locals, including the late Dann Hall and Erik Daarstad as well as icons Diane Michaels and Dan Shook. He is currently working on a series of interviews connected to the history of the Panida Theater. Jimmy is a 30-year veteran filmmaker who’s work can be seen at dpmatlosz.com.
