City of Ketchum, ID

06/10/2026

Warm Springs Preserve will be closed on Thursday, June 11, and will reopen on Friday, June 12.

During the closure, the temporary entrance bypass trail will be removed, and construction will begin on a new sidewalk. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we complete this work.

06/09/2026

♻️ Ketchum has a new recycling option! ♻️

The City of Ketchum is partnering with Clear Creek Disposal and the Blaine County Recycle Center to run a 3-month pilot program at the Lewis Street Recycling Center. From June 1-September 1 you can drop off metal cans to be recycled. During the 3-month pilot program, we are looking to determine:

* The total amount of metal cans collected.
* The level of community demand for a community aluminum drop off bin in Ketchum.
* How many residents want to recycle but currently lack convenient options.
* Whether additional dedicated aluminum collection locations should be considered in the future.

Don't forget to rinse out your cans before recycling them!

06/08/2026

🗓 Mark your calendars for July 17th to join in the fun as we honor the Wood River Valley athletes and coaches who represented Team USA 🇺🇸 at the 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games in Milano-Cortina! Stay tuned for further details. Jake Adicoff, Chase Josey, Jesse Keefe, Ryder Sarchett, John Steel Hagenbuch, and Laurie Stephens are confirmed to attend, along with Team USA coaches and tech staff Andy Gilbert, Austin Savaria, Peter Holmes, and Sam Wood. Attendance by Smith, Wolter, and Knight is subject to training, travel, and professional commitments.
Photo credits: US Ski & Snowboard, NordicFocus

06/08/2026

Just two weeks away!

Celebrate the Summer Solstice on June 22 at Warm Springs Preserve.

Before IN A LANDSCAPE: Classical Music in the Wild™ takes the stage, join Katie from for a free all-levels outdoor yoga session from 5–6 p.m. Connect breath and movement, soak in the scenery, and start your evening with intention.

The celebration also includes yard games, guided hikes, preserve tours, local food and beverages, and a world-class outdoor concert.

Free to attend. Concert registration required: https://inalandscape.org/warm-springs-preserve-6-22-2026/

Learn more at ketchumidaho.org.

06/05/2026

A proud moment for one of Idaho’s most enduring traditions.

Last night, Governor Brad Little presented Wagon Days Ketchum Idaho with the 2026 Esto Perpetua Award from the Idaho State Historical Society as part of Idaho’s America 250 commemoration. The award recognizes festivals, organizations, and community traditions that bring people together, strengthen civic life, and help carry Idaho’s story forward across generations.

For nearly seven decades, Wagon Days has celebrated the history, heritage, and spirit of the Wood River Valley. This recognition belongs to the countless volunteers, participants, sponsors, and community members who have helped make the event a treasured Idaho tradition. Supported in part by Ketchum’s Local Option Tax, Wagon Days is one example of how visitor-generated funding helps sustain the events, traditions, and experiences that define our community.

The 2026 Wagon Days schedule is now live, and reserved parade seats are available for purchase: www.wagondays.com

06/03/2026

How does Ketchum's Original Local Option Tax (LOT) work, and what role does it play in funding community services and infrastructure?

Stop by one of our upcoming pop-up events to learn more, ask questions, and share your feedback.

June 8 | 11 a.m.–1 p.m. | Ketchum Town Square
June 9 | 11 a.m.–1 p.m. | Ketchum Post Office
June 10 | 11 a.m.–1 p.m. | Forest Service Park (during the Wood River Farmers Market)

These informal community conversations will cover how LOT revenues are used today, future considerations, and what it means for residents, businesses, and visitors.

05/28/2026

Community conversations continue in Ketchum.

Following a strong turnout this spring, the City of Ketchum and Discover Wood River Valley are adding another Coffee Talks session on Tuesday, June 2 at FRXSKIHQ.

Join Mayor Pete Prekeges and City staff for coffee, questions, and updates on:
• Local Option Tax (LOT)
• The launch of Ketchum Police this summer
• Current city projects and priorities

📍 FRX • 650 N Main St, Unit D
🗓 June 2 | 9–10 a.m.

These informal gatherings are designed to create space for open dialogue, feedback, and connection with local leadership. We hope to see you there.

Following strong community participation and interest in the relaunch of Coffee Talks this spring, the City of Ketchum, in partnership with The Chamber, is continuing the community conversation series with an additional session scheduled for June 2.

05/28/2026

Join the City of Ketchum, Blaine County, City of Hailey, Bellevue Idaho, and FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency for a Flood Risk Open House on June 1 at the Old Country Courthouse in Hailey to learn about local flood hazards, preparedness resources, flood insurance, emergency response planning, and ways to help protect your property and our community.

Get information about current floodplain mapping and mitigation efforts: www.ketchumidaho.org/administration/page/flood-risk-open-house

05/18/2026

Looking for a career where you can make a visible impact in the community every day? The City of Ketchum has five job openings including the role of Equipment Operator in the Streets Department.

This hands-on role helps maintain streets, respond to snow removal operations, operate heavy equipment, and keep Ketchum running year-round. If you enjoy working outdoors, operating equipment, and being part of a team that directly serves the community, we’d love to hear from you.

Competitive pay, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to work in one of the most beautiful communities in Idaho.

Apply today: ketchumidaho.org/jobs

05/13/2026

Thanks to everyone who joined us at yesterday’s City of Ketchum Open House. The open house featured information on local option tax measures, zoning updates, infrastructure projects, public safety and community services.

We appreciated the conversations, questions and feedback on the projects and initiatives shaping Ketchum’s future. If you attended — or even if you couldn’t make it — we’d still love your input. Please take a few minutes to complete our community survey and share your feedback:

Take the survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/KYST5X3