Head of Idaho recovery committee sees hope, hard work ahead

April 24, 2020 4:41 PM

Published April 24, 2020 5:20 PM

BOISE, Idaho (AP) - The head of an economic recovery committee formed by Gov. Brad Little to help the state reopen for business while also battling the coronavirus says he's optimistic Idaho will rebound, but there's hard work ahead.

Idaho Power CEO Darrel Anderson said Friday Idaho can recover and even be poised to thrive when the pandemic passes, but businesses might have to adopt new practices.

Little formed the committee Thursday as part of his plan to restore regular activity in Idaho.

But state officials also on Thursday reported that the number of Idaho workers who have lost their jobs because of the pandemic has surged to nearly 110,000.

Article Topic Follows: Coronavirus Coverage

Jump to comments ↓

Associated Press

BE PART OF THE CONVERSATION

KIFI Local News 8 is committed to providing a forum for civil and constructive conversation.

Please keep your comments respectful and relevant. You can review our Community Guidelines by clicking here

If you would like to share a story idea, please submit it here.