Thousands sign up to experience magic mushrooms as Oregon's novel psilocybin experiment takes off

No prescription or referral is needed, but proponents hope Oregon's legalization will spark a revolution in mental health care.

Elk tags go on sale Monday

All capped elk zones, other than the Sawtooth Elk Zone, will go on sale at 9 a.m. July 10. Tags are first-come, first-serve and available at all Idaho Fish and Game license vendors, Fish and Game regional offices, at Gooutdoorsidaho.com on Fish and Game’s mobile app, or by calling (800) 554-8685.

Marty and Max: Mid-June Real Estate Update

We have been discussing how the real estate market is reacting to the interest rates hovering at 7% and following are our expert's thoughts.

JACK’S STORY: A tale of dogs and kindness

This is one of those “feel good” stories that seems especially appropriate for the holiday season.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Natural talent

Many of you have met one of our most talented and hard-working distributor sales people, Kevin Olsonberg. We work with him a lot so naturally he is at many of our winemaker dinners and tastings with the wineries he represents. Many of you also know that he is a talented musician, a rock and roll and country music drummer. Kevin was nominated for a regional Grammy Award not long ago. With his passion and background, we often talk music, all kinds of music. Kevin “grew up” if you will, emulating many of the great jazz drummers, and given the choice I suspect would love to be drumming with a jazz group.

Super hunt deadline today, more elk tags available

For just $6 per entry or $20 for Super Hunt combo, enter to win the hunt of a lifetime.

EDITORIAL: Help yourself by shopping in local stores

This isn't charity; it's common sense (and more fun)

Applications for spring black bear controlled hunts open Monday

There are several ways to apply for a controlled black bear hunt this spring

Nonresident deer and elk tags go on sale Dec. 1

Hunters should expect high demand for tags and long waits

Mid-year market report

The first half of 2023 is in the books. This week in many ways is the turning point in the year for housing. Home purchases start to decelerate and price reductions increase in the second half of the year.

HOMELAND SECURITY: Resources should be re-deployed

Another New Year is upon us with baggage from the previous years to address. We have the president talking to the corrupt Mexican president about our current problem with migrants.

Holiday shopping forecast looks merry

Consumers gifting more services, experiences than goods this year

A fresh green Vanhoff's Garden Center wreath with a buffalo plaid bow will adorn Chrisdee Imthurn’s front door this holiday season, thanks to Girl Scout Troop 4923, which had friendly, festive Scouts on hand during Black Friday at the Silver Lake Mall. “It's so easy to buy online, but you want to support the local community,” said Imthurn, of Hauser.

State board approves University of Idaho plan to purchase University of Phoenix assets

The Idaho State Board of Education, in its role as the Board of Regents for the University of Idaho, today unanimously approved the institution’s plan to purchase assets from the University of Phoenix, one of the nation’s largest online higher education providers.

Shoshone County traffic stop leads to seizure of 9,000 fentanyl pills

A traffic stop in the Silver Valley led to the seizure of 9,000 fentanyl pills

VETERANS PRESS: Talking memory loss with your doctor

When do memory issues become a problem?

Everyone forgets things at times. How often have you misplaced your car keys or forgotten the name of someone you just met? While it can be normal to forget some things as you get older, it can become troubling if you can’t hold a conversation or even lose track of what year it is. If this starts to happen, it’s time to talk to your doctor about what to do next.

Deputy seizes methamphetamine, fentanyl

A search of the vehicle yielded about 200 fentanyl pills

MY TURN: ignite cda and Atlas Mill

Short-term win for some, long-term loss for many

The ignite cda pledge “We want what You Want” was holding its own on the Urban Renewal Districts for the Lake and River. We certainly received a balance of Public and Private business related boosts throughout high profile areas serving tourists, taxpaying citizens and businesses alike. Multiple developers and entities showed up to build the wide ranging visions.

Annual Idaho Fish and Game fur auction to run online April 8-22

Nonresident purchasers should be aware that their state may not allow import of certain animals or a

Montana man gets federal prison for fentanyl trafficking in Coeur d’Alene

A Montana man who was caught in Coeur d’Alene with more than 216 grams of fentanyl pills will spend two years in federal prison, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office District of Idaho.

Why are so many voters frustrated by the US economy? It's home prices

The United States is slogging through a housing affordability crisis that was decades in the making