Mosquitoes carrying West Nile virus (WNV) were detected in Elmore County on July 29, prompting health officials to remind people to take precautions to “Fight the Bite.” The positive mosquitoes, which are the first detected in Idaho this year, were collected by the Elmore County Mosquito Abatement District. Last year, Elmore County detected its first WNV-positive mosquitoes on July 27.“The detection of West Nile virus-positive mosquitoes in Elmore County indicates that conditions are right for t …

Mitigating mosquitoes with Sarasota's expertsLearn how to manage mosquito bites and, among other lessons, whether to put sunscreen or bug repellent on first.by: Sten Spinella Staff WriterSarasota County is home to more than 30 species of mosquitoes, and 13 of Florida's 80-plus species of mosquitoes can carry dangerous diseases. Although there is no silver bullet to keep mosquitoes from biting, Sarasota health officials identified several measures people can take to keep themselves and their neig …