Valley County Sheriff's Office

11/01/2026

🎃👻 Halloween 2026! 👻🎃

A little rain wasn’t going to scare us off! The smiles, laughs, and all of the cute, spooky, and incredibly creative costumes definitely outweighed a few raindrops. ☔️🍬

One final Halloween reminder for those still celebrating tonight…

🧡 Orange striped jumpsuits should only be a costume — not your pajamas for the weekend. IYKYK. 😂

Please celebrate responsibly and don’t drink and drive.

Happy Halloween, Valley County! 🎃

And a big thank you to our VCSO team who are out protecting and serving tonight, and every night. Your time, dedication, and sacrifices do not go unnoticed.

— Sheriff Kevin Copperi

10/31/2026

🎃👻 HAPPY HALLOWEEN 👻🎃

There are plenty of places to fill those candy buckets tonight, so grab the costumes, load up the kids, and come have some fun!

🍬 McCall Trunk or Treat
📍 Alpine Village, 600 N. 3rd Street, McCall
⏰ 3:00–5:00 PM
Hosted by the City of McCall Parks & Recreation and McCall Police Department.

• Date: October 31
• Time: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
• Location: Downtown Donnelly (hosted by the Greater Area Donnelly Chamber of Commerce and local spots like The Roost)

🍬 Hotel NoBo Trunk or Treat
📍 500 N. Main Street, Cascade
⏰ Starting at 5:00 PM
Be sure to stop by and say hello to the Valley County Sheriff’s Foundation, who will be handing out treats at Hotel NoBo!

🍬 M&W Market Trunk or Treat
📍 102 S. Main Street, Cascade
⏰ Starting at 5:00 PM

🚔 Valley County Sheriff’s Office/Jail
📍 107 W. Spring Street, Cascade

🍭 We’ll have treats at the Jail tonight, and Sheriff Copperi will be out and about visiting with families and checking out the costumes!

And while everyone is having fun, please help us keep Halloween safe:

🎃 Use flashlights or reflective gear so drivers can see you.
🎃 Cross streets at intersections and watch carefully for traffic.
🎃 Drivers — slow down and expect lots of little ghosts and goblins near the roadway.
🎃 Parents, check candy before the kids dig in.
🎃 Keep costumes clear of faces and feet to help prevent trips and falls.
🎃 And as always — celebrate responsibly and never drink and drive.

From all of us at the Valley County Sheriff’s Office, have a fun, safe and candy-filled Halloween! 🎃🍬🚔

We’ll see you out there!

10/28/2026

10/27/2026

MISSING CAT: Please help bring Hunter home! 🐾

Our Office has been asked to help spread the word for this missing kitty named Hunter. He has been missing for over a week and was last seen in the Lake Fork area, specifically off the highway between the Lake Fork Merc and Maki Lane.

If you have any information or believe you have spotted Hunter, please reach out directly to his owner, Colleen Hanley Prior, via Facebook Messenger.

Please be kind and share this post to help us spread the word for his owner. Thank you.

10/21/2026

🎧🚨 LOOKING FOR AN EXCITING CAREER THAT MAKES A DIFFERENCE?

At the Valley County Sheriff’s Office, being a 911 Dispatch Lead is more than a job—it’s a chance to serve your community, support first responders, and help lead an incredible team! 💛

Every shift brings something different, and every call is an opportunity to help.

📞 Be the calm voice when someone needs help most.
🚓 Coordinate with law enforcement, fire, and EMS.
🧠 Think fast, listen closely, and keep vital information flowing.
🤝 Guide, mentor, and support fellow dispatchers.
🏔️ Make a difference for the people who live, work, and adventure in Valley County.

It takes compassion, teamwork, and the ability to stay steady when things get hectic. The work is challenging, meaningful, and full of moments that remind you why you put on the headset.

Ready to answer the call? Your next career could help change someone’s life. 🎧💛

Apply here:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/valleycoid/jobs/5509024/911-communications-lead?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

10/07/2026

Update at 420pm.
We are now going to be periodically alternating traffic. They highway may need to be closed again to give the tow company room to work.

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🚨Crash Alert - State Highway 55🚨

State Highway 55 will be closed just south of the Boise County and Valley County line near milepost 84.

This is a motorcycle crash that will require the highway to be shut down for the Idaho State Police crash reconstruction team.

🚧We anticipate the highway will be closed will be closed for approximately 2 hours - to approximately 6pm, but it could be longer. 🚧

Please anticipate delays and use alternate routes if possible.

10/07/2026

Update
10/7/26 4:11 pm

This accident occurred in Boise County, we are clear of assistance. Delays will
continue as Boise County Sheriff's Office and ISP investigate the scene.
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10/7/26 3:15 pm

Injury Traffic Accident

We are currently on scene of a motorcycle vs vehicle accident on Highway 55 south of Smith’s Ferry near milepost 85. Both lanes are currently closed; expect delays until we can get at least one lane open.

Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Idaho State Police

10/03/2026

Update 5:30 pm
We are clear this incident. Thank you for your patience. Please be safe.
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10/3/26 4:08pm
Delayed Traffic - Highway 55

We are currently on scene of a fatal motorcycle accident on Highway 55 near milepost 95, south of Smith’s Ferry. Expect delays and slow moving traffic.

Idaho State Police will be investigating this incident.

10/02/2026

Heads up if your planning a trip to Yellow Pine and the back country 😊

🚨 HEADS UP, RACE DAY TRAFFIC! 🚨

During the Idaho High Mountain Triathlon on Saturday, October 3, Johnson Creek Road will be CLOSED to public traffic from 10:30 AM–2:30 PM.

🚴‍♀️🏃‍♂️ This temporary closure helps keep our athletes safe as they make their way through the course.

➡️ Heading to Yellow Pine during this time?
Please use South Fork Road as the recommended alternate route.

A huge THANK YOU to Valley County for helping us keep our athletes, volunteers, and community safe! ❤️

Plan ahead, take the alternate route, and cheer on the athletes! 🏊‍♀️🚴‍♂️🏃‍♀️⛰️

10/02/2026

*Updated* Phones are back working as expected. Thanks for your patience.
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We are currently experiencing an issue with certain cell phone carriers calling into our center. We are able to receive 911 calls however administration lines are not coming through. Verizon is working, T Mobile and AT&T are not working at this time.