In a brief statement on social media, the Gooding School District announced the closure of school Tuesday, October 5. The district said it didn't have enough qualified bus drivers to run routes.
Cactus Petes in Jackpot has made the announcement and confirmed that the buffet will remain closed permanently and will be redone as a different food option. Whether it will be a food court or something else has not been announced yet.
UPDATE: The Phillips Fire north of Fairfield is closer to full control as firefighters worked to contain the blaze that threatened homes and a ski lodge in the area.