On Wednesday, the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare reported 810 new cases and no new deaths. That brings the statewide total to 157,588 known cases and 1,635 deaths, two less than yesterday’s reported number.

Governor Brad Little announced today that he will ask the State Board of Education to allow more spectators at school sporting events. Little cited a decrease in statewide COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations as the reason to revise the guidelines. Spectators will still be reminded to social distance and wear masks.

The Idaho COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee will meet on Friday to clarify who falls into the priority subgroups for the next phase of vaccine distribution. So far 61,333 people have received at least one dose of the vaccine and 11,778 have received both.