The Western Idaho Fair is going on this week through Sunday. From clowns to animals, there is so much to do and see. If you pay close attention, you might even notice a major change in how law enforcement looks.

Ada County Sheriff's Office Announces A Uniform Change

We all know that our first responders put up with a lot: unruly criminals, dangerous situations, and one we don't think about too often - harsh weather.

Idaho weather can be brutal and more often than not, unpredictable. We've been enduring a pretty grueling heatwave and our first responders are constantly working under the sun.

That's why we're excited about the change that Ada County Sheriff's Office is implementing just in time for their deputies to debut at the Western Idaho Fair.

Scroll on to learn more about the latest change our Ada County Sheriff's Office deputies are making to their uniforms...

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