IDAHO, USA — The 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to spread in Idaho amid a worldwide pandemic.
New confirmed Idaho cases, school closures, building closures and resources to help are announced every day.
We're tracking all the developments with this real-time blog. The newest information will be added at the top with a timestamp.
See earlier updates from April 24 here
Key Facts:
- 41 deaths among 1,531 cases in Idaho
- 50 cases in Kootenai County, four in Bonner County
- Local districts may release new cases before the Idaho state COVID-19 website is updated, so numbers may not always match.
Friday, April 17
3:48 p.m.
The Idaho High School Activities Association announced on Friday afternoon that no spring sports will be held this year, even if Idaho schools are able to reopen.
"It is with sadness and regret that the Idaho High School Activities Association Board of Directors announces that all spring sport and activity seasons and all state tournaments are cancelled," the board said on Friday in a statement.
The board said in the statement that this decision was reached because it became apparent that state championship events could not be held in a way that would follow safety parameters set by Gov. Brad Little, State Board of Education, and the IHSAA.
Currently, Idaho high school teams are prohibited from using school facilities or practicing until May 18.
3:42 p.m.
Authorities report 54 ases of the coronavirus in North Idaho. Of those, 50 are in Kootenai County, four are in Bonner County. There are no deaths.
6:30 a.m.
The Panhandle Health District reports 53 cases of the coronavirus in North Idaho. Of those, 49 are in Kootenai County, four are in Bonner County. There are no deaths.
