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MY TURN: Help combat Idaho opioid crisis
April 24, 2024 1 a.m.

MY TURN: Help combat Idaho opioid crisis

Start by cleaning out your medicine cabinet

April 24, 2024 1 a.m.

PHD hosts National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

According to the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare, in 2021 the north Idaho region had two of the highest prescribing rates in the state.

What do weight loss drugs mean for a diet industry built on eating less and exercising more?
April 25, 2024 2:10 p.m.

What do weight loss drugs mean for a diet industry built on eating less and exercising more?

Like the lives of the people taking them, recent injected drugs like Wegovy and its predecessor, the diabetes medication Ozempic, are reshaping the U.S. health and fitness industries

About 1 in 4 US adults over 50 say they expect to never retire, an AARP study finds
April 24, 2024 10:55 a.m.

About 1 in 4 US adults over 50 say they expect to never retire, an AARP study finds

Everyday expenses and housing costs, including rent and mortgage payments, are the biggest reasons why people are unable to save for retirement.

Sixth Street Melodrama announces upcoming season
April 26, 2024 1 a.m.

Sixth Street Melodrama announces upcoming season

The Sixth Street Melodrama and Theater have recently announced the lineup for their upcoming season.

Eric David Bottman, 63
April 26, 2024 1 a.m.

Eric David Bottman, 63

Eric David Bottman, 63, was a beloved man who touched the hearts of many.

James 'Jim' William Waltz, 90
April 24, 2024 1 a.m.

James 'Jim' William Waltz, 90

On April 15, 2024, James W. Waltz passed away from natural causes at The Schneidmiller Hospice House.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — The Sauvignon Blanc sip trip
April 24, 2024 1 a.m.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — The Sauvignon Blanc sip trip

I've been on a Sauvignon Blanc kick lately, trying the varietal from all over — New Zealand, South Africa, South America, France, and the US. The diversity of flavors and styles within this one grape variety has been eye-opening. Let me tell you about some of the standout Sauvignon Blancs I've tasted recently.

OPINION: Gaining ground in our uphill battle
April 24, 2024 1 a.m.

OPINION: Gaining ground in our uphill battle

Democrats standing up for office, not giving up

Fed's preferred inflation gauge shows price pressures stayed elevated last month
April 26, 2024 9:40 a.m.

Fed's preferred inflation gauge shows price pressures stayed elevated last month

Gas prices jumped again last month, the government said — up 1.6% just from February to March. So far in April, gas prices are up still further, to a national average of $3.66 a gallon, from $3.53 a month ago.

April 30, 2024 1 a.m.

VETERANS PRESS: What basic health care services does VA cover?

We cover preventive care services, like: Health exams (including gender-specific exams), health education (including nutrition education), immunization against infectious diseases (like flu shots), counseling on genetic diseases (diseases that run in families)

Linda Jo Hedberg Sims, 59
April 24, 2024 1 a.m.

Linda Jo Hedberg Sims, 59

Linda Jo Hedberg Sims was born on July 29, 1964 to Jim and Margie Hedberg. Linda died on April 12, 2024, after battling cancer.

April 25, 2024 1 a.m.

Women in the Woods field day opportunity

Hands on training for forestland owners

Wesley Andrew Krueger, 76
April 24, 2024 1 a.m.

Wesley Andrew Krueger, 76

Wesley A. Krueger passed away on April 9th, 2024, 5 days before his 77th Birthday.

April 30, 2024 1 a.m.

VETERANS PRESS: Telehealth expands access to quality care for veterans

Did you know around 1-in-3 veterans who receive VA care access part of that care through telehealth? In recognition of the American Telemedicine Association, the VA is celebrating how telehealth has increased access to care for veterans.

April 29, 2024 11:19 a.m.

Emergency food, shelter funding available to Kootenai County nonprofits

Local food and shelter organizations can apply for funding from the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

A conservative quest to limit diversity programs gains momentum in states
April 24, 2024 11 a.m.

A conservative quest to limit diversity programs gains momentum in states

GOP governors in Idaho and Wyoming also signed legislation this year restricting the use of state funds for DEI efforts at higher education institutions.

Scammers stole more than $3.4 billion from older Americans last year, an FBI report says
April 30, 2024 noon

Scammers stole more than $3.4 billion from older Americans last year, an FBI report says

The FBI received more than 100,000 complaints by victims of scams over the age of 60 last year, with nearly 6,000 people losing more than $100,000

North Idaho College Foundation Really BIG Raffle early bird deadline April 30
April 24, 2024 1:05 a.m.

North Idaho College Foundation Really BIG Raffle early bird deadline April 30

This year’s grand prize home is a 2,338-square-foot, four-bedroom, two-bath home under construction at 1909 W Moselle in Coeur d’Alene, valued at $563,000.

OPINION: Is this the Republican Party we want in Kootenai County?
April 26, 2024 1 a.m.

OPINION: Is this the Republican Party we want in Kootenai County?

Bottom of May primary ballot should be top of mind