Ellington

Race to vaccinate millions in US off to slow, messy start

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — Terry Beth Hadler was so eager to get a lifesaving

New Year's revelries muted by virus as curtain draws on 2020

CANBERRA, Australia (AP) — This New Year’s Eve is being celebrated like no

ZAGS TRACKER: Rolling, but work to be done with depth, 3's

It ought to be about the kids. Gonzaga’s freshmen got plenty of playing time in the last two non-conference games, and we could fill up today’s space going over their performances, but…

PREP ROUNDUP: Walton wins it for Post Falls girls; Jessen drops 31 for Timberlake

When the play that Post Falls coach Marc Allert drew up was taken away by the defense, junior Kaysha Walton improvised. Walton scored on a layup as time expired, sending the Post Falls Trojans past the Bonneville Bees 62-60 in the final game of the Thunder Ridge Tournament to finish 2-1.

NORTHWEST NOTES: Dec. 31, 2020

Eastern Washington men's basketball series with Portland State called off

Steer clear this New Year's

Weather will exacerbate holiday driving conditions

A heavy snowstorm has already led to multiple crashes across Kootenai County.

Cd'A mayor looks back on a difficult 2020

In the first of a two-part series, Steve Widmyer talks to The Press about his thoughts on an unprecedented year

Press Top 10 stories of 2020

Every year Press editors put their heads together, leaf

COVID-19 positivity rate declines in PHD, state

Vaccination of healthcare workers, residents of long-term care facilities 'proceeding well'

COVID-19 positivity rate declines in PHD, state

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 statistics

It's still a small world

25-year-old painting found in Post Falls VFW closet traced to artist living in Belgium

It's still a small world

Hearing waived in molestation case

HAYDEN — The case of a man accused of molesting his 4-year-old niece has been referred to the district court for further action.

Records

Judgments and sentencings

Help Camp Lutherhaven shine in 2021

Fundraising challenge to support Lutherhaven concludes today

Fundraising challenge to support Lutherhaven concludes today

Case continues for man accused of molesting daughter

HAYDEN — A man accused of molesting his daughter has been bound over to district court.

Embracing change in 2021

Change could be exactly what we need.

Kathryn Ann Halbert, 83

Kathryn Ann Halbert, “Ann,” was born July 1, 1937, in Springfield, Ill.

Herbert ‘Herb’ P. Jones, 83

Herbert “Herb” Philo Jones, 83, of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, passed away peacefully

Pursuing Singing Dogs

UI alumnus finds extinct canine species in New Guinea Highlands

Singing Dogs

Cindy Hansen

Cindy Hansen entered the kingdom of heaven on Dec. 20, 2020, surrounded by close family members after a courageous battle with cancer.

Andrew J. Hightower, 100

Andrew J. Hightower, 100 years old, peacefully passed away on Monday, Dec.

George J. 'Chet' Ferriola

George J. “Chet” Ferriola passed peacefully on Dec. 20, 2020 at the Schneidmiller

Kathy Anne (Day) Eckhardt, 50

Kathy Anne (Day) Eckhardt, 50, died suddenly at her home in Porter, Texas

KEA hires new leader

Kootenai Environmental Alliance hires Jordan Richmond as organization’s new executive director

Legals for December, 31 2020

Yemeni officials: Blast at Aden airport kills 25, wounds 110

SANAA, Yemen (AP) — A large explosion struck the airport in the southern

Trump push on $2K checks flops as GOP-led Senate won't vote

WASHINGTON (AP) — Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell all but shut the door

Washington virus restrictions extended until Jan. 11

SEATTLE (AP) — Gov. Jay Inslee on Wednesday extended restrictions on businesses and social gatherings due to the COVID-19 pandemic for another week.

PREP ROUNDUP: Lake City gets defensive, beats Bonneville girls

Lake City got itself moving on Tuesday, and it paid off when it mattered most. Starting on defense, which led to some offense, it was a good combination for the Timberwolves.

THE CHEAP SEATS WITH STEVE CAMERON: The already rich Zags could get richer

No, don’t call for mental health assistance. There’s an easy cure available. I only need to avoid watching Charlie Woods.

NORTHWEST NOTES: Dec. 30, 2020

Washington State-Arizona State men's basketball game postponed due to COVID

'The smartest guy in the room'

CHS grad Bruce Reed named deputy chief of staff for Biden administration

Bruce Reed named deputy chief of staff for Biden

Vaccine rollout continues, but not always with definitive answers

Local mayors ask for clarification as long term care facilities begin vaccinations.

CYT North Idaho: The show goes on

Budget changes, community support keep local kids' theater nonprofit afloat

Budget changes, community support keep local kids' theater nonprofit afloat

Winter storms headed to North Idaho

Up to 6 inches of snow could blanket Panhandle

Up to six inches of snow could blanket panhandle

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 statistics

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Logan Parson, Lake City High

Lake City High senior wrestler Logan Parson is this week's Knudtsen Chevrolet Press Athlete of the Week.

And the Idaho $1,000,000 Raffle winning number is ...

Winning numbers

Generosity lightens heaviness of holidays

Main Street for Dec. 30

CHALLENGE: Pay it forward in ‘21

On Tuesday, Dec. 22 my son and I were at the Hayden Walmart getting groceries. We ended up in the self-checkout and I ended up trying to find $5.01 available on one of my cards but wasn’t able to after a few tries.

Emily 'Jane' (Goehring) Bland, 95

July 5, 1925 — Dec. 19, 2020

Emily Jane Goehring Bland, 95, died Saturday, Dec. 19, 2020, at the Schneidmiller

TRUMP: His Russian allies

I am appalled but not surprised to hear that Donald Trump has sided with Russia again against the United States on the latest cyber attack. He has repeatedly given Putin and his cronies a pass for reasons I can only imagine.

The bare necessities

Beyond Bones Chiropractic donation could help up to 50 struggling families this winter

Beyond Bones Chiropractic donation could help up to 50 struggling families this winter

ELECTION: One person’s analysis

What does the presidential election result mean to me?

MASKS: Defiant? You bet

I have always believed that the good people of Idaho had it right.

ISP arrests at least 21 for DUI

DUI arrests made

Homework and a healthy meal

NIC employees and students stock college food pantry shelves

NIC employees and students stock college food pantry shelves

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Taking charge of your health in the New Year

It’s amazing to me how, for every opinion regarding health, there is an opposing opinion that seems to be in direct contrast to its opponent.

RADIATION: Cell tower opposition

During the Oct. 6 Coeur d’Alene City Council meeting a woman discussed an engineering test of the cell towers at 3857 and 7803 Ramsey Road.

Bottoms up: Try this for good health

Don't let the flames from 2020 burn your bottom.

Sheriff's Blotter

Notable calls for the day!

COVID: Need death data

So Gov. Little and the state health care districts continue to quote sterile numbers as a tool of COVID-19 management.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — The biggest 'bubbles' day of the year

While many of us enjoy Champagne and other sparkling wines throughout the year, New Year’s Day is the time when even those of us who aren’t crazy about the bubbly will indulge a bit, just for its celebratory nature.

COVID: Mask question answered

I feel I need to respond to the question that Janet Cooke raised in her Letter to the Editor.

Man faces felony drug charge

POST FALLS — A man with nine previous felony convictions is in jail after police said they found him with drugs in a stolen car.

Hayden passes new commercial rate fees on Honeysuckle Beach ramp

The new rates go into effect Friday.

Eugene Carl “Gene” Miller, 94

Eugene Carl “Gene” Miller, 94, passed away peacefully

Betty Jean (Beale) Benner, 97

Betty Benner was truly Home for Christmas this year.

SPECIES: These are in trouble

The Internet lists Amur Leopards, Black Rhinos and Bornean Orangutans as the three most endangered species in the world.

Pandemic + booze = breakups, bad news

Alcohol contributes to one in 10 Idaho couples splitting up in 2020, study finds

Alcohol contributes to Idaho couples splitting up in 2020, study finds

Legals for December, 30 2020

New US dietary guidelines: No candy, cake for kids under 2

Parents now have an extra reason to say no to candy, cake and ice cream for young children. The first U.S.

1st reported US case of COVID-19 variant found in Colorado

DENVER (AP) — The first reported U.S. case of the COVID-19

Belarus, Argentina start vaccinations with Russian shots

MOSCOW (AP) — Belarus and Argentina launched mass coronavirus

Senate GOP blocks swift vote on Trump's $2K checks

WASHINGTON (AP) — Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell on

There is still more work to do

More funds needed to care for veterans

State Veterans Home in Post Falls gifted bus

Last-minute donations take CFA over $300k

The record just keeps growing.

Bunches of lunches (and breakfasts, too!)

Cd'A School District distributes thousands of meals over winter break

Cd'A School District distributes thousands of meals over winter break

Health officials: COVID won't end on Jan. 1

Kootenai Health and Panhandle Health warn of cramped health care capacity and spreading the virus this New Year's.

Former Lake City High star Louie-McGee signs to play in CFL

Louie-McGee, a 2015 Lake City High grad, became Montana's all-time leader in pass receptions as a senior, finishing his storied career with 230 catches for 2,277 yards to break Raul Pacheco's 1998 record of 192 career catches.

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 statistics

Patricia L. Wilson

1930 — 2020

Patricia L. Wilson, 90, passed away Dec. 24, 2020, in Coeur d’Alene,

Myrna J. Vincent

Myrna J. Vincent passed away on Oct. 6, 2020, and heaven

Steve Kunas

1964 — 2020

Steve Lawrence Kunas, aged 56, left this world to be with his Lord

John Steven Daline

Nov. 2, 1953 — Dec. 21, 2020

Today we lost a good friend and the world lost a good man.

Terry Lynn Schlabs, 69

Terry Lynn Schlabs, 69, of Spirit Lake, Idaho, left this earth on Dec. 17, 2020

PREP ROUNDUP: Burke's big night, late bucket lifts CHS girls

Prep Roundup for Dec. 29

Crash kills Boundary County man

Man dies in single-vehicle crash.

2020’s Word of the Year is an experience

And the word of the year is...

Gas falls under $2 a gallon

Idaho prices a nickel cheaper than national average

Gas prices under $2 a gallon

Farewell, Christmas tree

The classic fir decorations aren't piling up like they used to

Trial date set for man accused of shooting wife

COEUR d’ALENE — A 74-year-old man accused of shooting his wife will face a jury trial in April.

Hearing set in felony battery case

A preliminary hearing is pending in a felony battery case

Records

Judgments and sentencings

Northwest Notes Dec. 29, 2020

The West Coast Conference named Gonzaga's Corey Kispert and Jalen Suggs the Men's Basketball Player of the Week and Freshman of the Week.

Sheriff's Blotter

Notable calls for the day!

Critters of North Idaho: Snowy Owl

If you’re taking a winter hike, you might be surprised

Montana man accused of driving stolen car to Cd’A

COEUR d’ALENE — A Montana man who was released on his own recognizance after police said he drove a stolen vehicle to Coeur d’Alene is back in jail.

Hayden eyes cut to commercial fees at Honeysuckle ramp

The matter goes before the Hayden city council tonight.

Legals for December, 29 2020

Trump's hesitation on relief bill will delay aid payments

WASHINGTON (AP) — The $900 billion economic relief package

Trump reluctantly signs COVID aid, sparks fresh fight in GOP

WASHINGTON (AP) — Shelving his objections, President Donald Trump has signed a $2 trillion-plus COVID-19 and annual

Saudi women's rights activist sentenced to nearly 6 years

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — One of Saudi Arabia’s

Fire forces five to flee home

Initial investigation points to smoker debris as cause

Fire damages home

Forgone tax's fickle future

County grapples with potential changes

Potential change in taxing district abilities could limit county operations

Firefighters, UI distribute wellness calendars

Firefighters, UI Extension distribute wellness calendars to Cd'A, Post Falls students

White Christmas? You got it!

Dreams answered.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Seahawks just needed time for defense to shine

Well, since the Legion of Boom nickname already has been used, we’ll have to think of something else to call the Seattle defense — the one that absolutely stuffed the Rams 20-9 Sunday to wrap up an NFC West title.

COVID Watch

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Senior Meals

Senior Meals: Dec. 28 - Jan. 1

Legals for December, 28 2020

Back to the community

Former center resident outlines benefits of reentry facility

Open at all costs: How Kootenai Health faces uncertain 2021

Kootenai Health has shouldered unimaginable burdens while working through a counter-intuitive COVID-19 business model: The fewer customers, the better.

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Aren't there enough scary things on the internet?

Twitch is what I do whenever one of the 49ers gets close to a defender because, especially this year, an injury is bound to happen.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Perfect Zags? They've got that look so far

Logic and metrics say Gonzaga can’t possibly run the table, and march to an NCAA championship unbeaten. But, brother… When you watch the Zags take apart Virginia — a team picked to win the ACC — in a 98-75 laugher, you start to wonder.

2020 Most-read stories on cdapress.com

A digital dig into what stories generated the most interest.

Old School Liquor Bar opens in Huetter

Business Bits for Dec. 27

Clarence Clinton 'Chip' Poling, 84

Clarence Clinton “Chip” Poling, 84, passed away Dec. 6

Ermajean 'Erma' (McCaw) Fisher, 88

Ermajean “Erma” (McCaw) Fisher, 88, passed away peacefully on Dec. 22, 2020.

MACKAY: Juice up your joy levels

During the holidays, we are surrounded with messages about the power of joy.

Milestone Announcements

See who's celebrating!

New year, new real estate coverage

Neighborhood of the Week: Dec. 27

Mary Theresa (Braukus) Rossi

Mary Theresa (Braukus) Rossi was born in Pottsville, Pa., on Oct. 20, 1938.

GRATEFUL: The kids thank you

GRATEFUL: The kids thank you

BIDEN: Plan on short tenure

BIDEN: Plan on short tenure

THANKS: Stepping up — again

THANKS: Stepping up — again

BIDEN: Lesson to the press

BIDEN: Lesson to the press

LIBRARY: Making extra effort

LIBRARY: Making extra effort

MNI Podcast to Launch on Jan. 8th with Mayor Widmyer

2021 will be an exciting year for the Museum of North Idaho

Just a little Christmas magic

There must have been some magic in the air this holiday season.

North Idaho 14-day forecast

North Idaho 14-day forecast

THE FRONT ROW WITH JASON ELLIOTT: Moves aren't just made on the mats

To have a season, some coaches have had to adjust and tweak things where necessary to get the games in. And in arguably the closest contact sport of wrestling you can find, it has been no different.

Cd'A seeking votes on Four Corners art piece

The project will facilitate a new sculpture near Memorial Field by the end of summer.

Titans of transparency

Cd'A, Kootenai districts, Cd'A Charter in compliance with state website law

Cd'A, Kootenai districts, Cd'A Charter in compliance with state law

St. Vincent's island of misfit toys

Children's gift program hands out presents to 130 kiddos

Northwest Notes Dec. 26, 2020

They still have a spring schedule to play in 2021, but the Eastern Washington Eagles have announced their fall football schedule for '21.

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 statistics

Idaho v. Washington - deeper dive on virus data

The December 13 front-page article about the impact of the pandemic

FAST FIVE: Ready to recover? You have a friend in Lisa Alberts

Meet Lisa Alberts, director of operations for the nonprofit Kootenai Recovery Community

RECORDS

Judgments and sentencings

Thank You Notes

If you follow those national day calendars – and I do,

JEFF WEIR: Local Artist & Philanthropist

You can’t miss it: the giant bison head looming out of the wall in

Parent-paced holiday celebrations

Big families need more than one Christmas.

Plays into films - ‘Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom,’ ‘One Night in Miami’

One of Netflix’s big award contenders,“Ma Rainey’s Black

I Heard The Bells On Christmas Day

Last week the column I offered was about remembering

Murder suspect arrested in Spokane

Neal Aaron Mouser, 59, was arrested on a first-degree murder charge after the task force developed information that Mouser had moved to Washington, according to a press release from the office. After surveillance in the 300 block of S. Greene Street, Mouser was identified in the area on foot and arrested.

Cd'A woman dies in Christmas Eve crash

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NIC honors Alumna of the Year

North Idaho College Alumni Association honors two award recipients

Legals for December, 26 2020

Top sports stories of 2020

COVID-19 reared its ugly head throughout most of 2019, but plenty of sports news still took place — before and during the pandemic.

Best Christmas present? Each other

A Christmas Day tribute to the best community.

Staffing struggles and permit delays

Kootenai County department of Community Development warns of long wait times for record number of applications

Holiday harmony

Music Conservatory could begin onsite lessons next month

Music Conservatory could begin onsite lessons next month

Weekend TV/Radio highlights

Television and radio highlights for coming weekend

Santa for seniors

Nearly 200 gift baskets donated, delivered to homebound elderly

Santa to seniors

'Miracle on Christmas'

Cd'A-raised actress co-stars in Hallmark-style holiday film

Coeur d'Alene-raised actress appears in holiday film

PANDEMIC: Stand up to naysayers

PANDEMIC: Stand up to naysayers

DENNIS: Miracle on 7th Street

DENNIS: Miracle on 7th Street

Unsung heroes on this special day

They work so the rest of us can relax.

MOMENTS, MEMORIES and MADNESS with STEVE CAMERON: The NFL's longest game made for a lot of late Christmas dinners

On Christmas Day in 1971, the Kansas City Chiefs and Miami Dolphins fought out an AFC playoff duel. The Chiefs and Dolphins played into a second overtime, taking a 3 p.m. football game well into Christmas evening, and presumably ruining a lot of family dinners. At least Miami’s eventual 27-24 victory, achieved when Garo Yepremian booted a 37-yard field goal at the 7:40 mark of the second OT, was an exciting event that contained plenty of everything.

MANDATE: Look, it’s working

MANDATE: Look, it’s working

RECORDS

Judgments and sentencings

ZONING: Opposition to request curious

ZONING: Opposition to request curious

VIRUS: Yes, this is war

VIRUS: Yes, this is war

LOANS: Wrapped in red tape

LOANS: Wrapped in red tape

AWARDS: Cuomo, Biden & Harris

AWARDS: Cuomo, Biden & Harris

Woman charged with vehicular manslaughter

RATHDRUM — A woman accused of fleeing a crash on State Highway 41 in August is facing an additional charge after one of the people hurt in the crash died.

MASKS: Let debate continue

MASKS: Let debate continue

Cookies and lots of Christmas kindness

A taste for murder mysteries 13 years ago prompted an act of Christmas

MANDATE: Good move, PHD

MANDATE: Good move, PHD

Movie Times

Hayden Cinema

New Year's Eve with the Spokane Symphony

Spokane Symphony returns for first concert since COVID hit

Spokane Symphony returns for first concert since COVID hit

GOP: Farewell, lost party

GOP: Farewell, lost party

VIRUS: No mask, no entry

VIRUS: No mask, no entry

A world worth fighting for: A call to mitigate climate change

A World Worth Fighting For: A Call to Mitigate Climate Change American

Legals for December, 25 2020

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Long wait was worth it for Post Falls boys

"We wanted to play on New Year's Day," Post Falls High boys basketball coach Mike McLean said. "We wanted to play six games (in six days, which is something Post Falls did several years ago), but couldn't get anybody to play us. If you ask our guys, we would play as many games as we could."

ZAGS TRACKER: Zags terrific, but could be better

Let’s call it a curious week for the No. 1 team in college basketball. The Zags thumped No. 3 Iowa last Saturday, roaring out of a two-week layoff to display just about everything that has wowed fans to kick off the season.

With Harsin gone, Boise State names Danielson interim coach

Defensive line coach replaces Bryan Harsin, who was announced as Auburn's new coach on Tuesday.

Bowling scores: Dec. 24, 2020

Results from local leagues

Anonymous in Athol comes through again

Program's biggest benefactor lifts record campaign even higher

Just when you thought he'd forgotten...

Step into Christmas Eve

Trinity Lutheran, Christ the King hosting live events today

Trinity Lutheran, Christ the King hosting live events today

First car is a Firebird

Rathdrum teen wins 1999 Pontiac in drawing to benefit KHS

Firebird winner from Rathdrum!

Let there be light

Rathdrum "Deck the Homes" lighting contest winners spread Christmas cheer

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 statistics

How to spot a fake online store

With more of us shopping online these days, it is important to be

Man pleads guilty to child endangerment

RATHDRUM — A man who was arrested last month after police found him with blood on his hand pleaded guilty to child endangerment.

Man accused of stalking ex

COEUR d’ALENE — A Washington man could spend up to five years in prison after police said he harassed his ex girlfriend.

RECORDS

Judgments and sentencings

Christmas a blend of traditions

Watching Christmas Vacation is just one of life's great holiday traditions.

Sheriff's Blotter

Notable calls for the day!

Upton Consulting wins Press website prize, opts to donate

Upton Consulting wins Press website prize, opts to donate

KCRCC suit against Cd'A schools delayed until 2021

The Republican Central Committee's attorney said the holiday schedule created logistical issues that will push filing any new lawsuit into the new year.

Missing moose

Research shows potential causes of recent declines

Moose in decline

Free Christmas dinner slated

Free Christmas dinner slated

Festival at Sandpoint appoints new executive director

Ali Baranski says she looks forward to the 2021 Festival at Sandpoint season.

Robust defense forms in deadly crash case

A robust defense is taking in a Coeur d'Alene man's vehicular manslaughter case

Rose Sophia Rachunok

Rose Sophia Rachunok went to be with the Lord, on Friday, Dec. 18, 2020

Legals for December, 24 2020

Video released in police killing of Black man holding phone

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Body camera footage released Wednesday

After months of calm, Thailand grapples with virus outbreak

BANGKOK (AP) — After managing against the odds to keep the coronavirus

Trump pardons 15, commutes 5 sentences, including GOP allies

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump has pardoned 15 people,

With time running out, EU and UK near post-Brexit trade deal

BRUSSELS (AP) — European Union and British negotiators closed in on a

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: It's early, but these Cougars don't look too shabby

It's too soon to call the Washington State men's basketball team a Pac-12 contender, or go overboard with season targets. The schedule has been pretty soft, and as Smith is quick to point out, a Covid cancellation at Colorado means that the Cougs have not played a road game. Still… There’s talent in Pullman.

Manzardo named preseason All-American

Washington State junior first baseman Kyle Manzardo, a former Lake City High standout, was named to the 2021 Preseason All-America third team by Collegiate Baseball on Tuesday.

PREP ROUNDUP: Bullington, Johnson lead North Idaho Christian past Christian Center

Malachi Bullington had 17 points and nine rebounds for the North Idaho Christian Royals in a 65-32 Mountain Christian League win over the Christian Center Lions at The Courts at Real Life on Tuesday.

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Isaac Ballew, Post Falls High School

Post Falls senior basketball player Isaac Ballew is this week's Knudtsen Chevrolet Press Athlete of the Week.

Northwest Notes Dec. 23, 2020

Eleven Washington State Cougars received All-Pac-12 Conference honors led by second-team selections right tackle Abraham Lucas and punter Oscar Draguicevich III, the conference office announced Tuesday.

Signing photos Dec. 23, 2020

Area high school athletes sign letters of intent to play in college

New bar, restaurant stormin' into CDA

Owners fed up with Washington restrictions

Spokane Valley bar and grill sets sail on Coeur d'Alene location

Generations of generosity

Grandma, grandsons deliver $1,600 to Press Christmas for All

Grandma, grandsons deliver $1,600 to Press Christmas for All

Mom breaks cycle of drug abuse

It’s never too late to break the cycle. “Julie” is living proof of that.

30 businesses pitch in to Rathdrum food drive

An 'Adept' response

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 statistics

Op-Ed: Our political conversation

It was foolish, but I had to try.

GOP: Spiraling into madness

What has happened to the “Grand Old Party” — the party of Lincoln — that I have supported much of my life?

COVID: No mention on Dec. 25

I gladly agree with James Ackerman’s idea of Christmas day being celebrated (as well as it can be) WITHOUT media mentioning the only topic of the year, COVID-19, for the entire day.

Light show shines at Suntree RV Park

Free display welcomes thousands of visitors

Light show shines at Suntree RV Park

GREED: Cause of virus spike

Well, Thanksgiving is gone. Christmas is nearly here.

GOP: Not what I recall

If I remember correctly, the Republican Senate said they probably had enough evidence to impeach during the impeachment trial, but they were going to leave it up to the voters.

GENEROSITY: In hand of beholder

I would like to respond to Steven Adams’ letter that the $1 donation made to the Salvation Army kettle at Fred Meyer is not a generous donation in his book.

Making best of difficult little Christmas

From now on, we all can be together.

VIRUS: Another wake-up call

Kootenai Health is canceling both inpatient and outpatient elective surgeries, as well as severely restricting hospital visitors but please, by all means continue to ignore them when they beg our community to mask up and limit gathering with others!

Numerica donates $100K

Helps more than 30 people find home for the holidays

Numerica donates $100K

$1: A fortune to some

In response to Steven Adams’ of Rathdrum statement about the giver at the red kettle at Fred Meyer.

$1: Don’t knock it, sir

I nearly spewed my coffee and breakfast bar after reading the insidious comment from Steven Adams, Rathdrum, referring to the caption about the Salvation Army Red Kettle Christmas campaign, stating, “A generous Fred Meyer patron on Thursday drops a $1 bill into a Salvation Army Red Kettle at Fred Meyer” (Dec. 11 edition).

THANKS: A neighborly gesture

I only want to say thank you.

Cd'A license office open again

Coeur d'Alene Vehicle Licensing and Assessor's Office back in action

They might be out of order

Plans for attorney facilities already stressing county budget

County facilities expansion pushes commissioner budgets

POEM: It hit the mark

Thank you Glenna for your perfectly timed poem!

Christmas Eve journey of giving

Main Street column for Dec. 23

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Christmas 2020

What a year! In many ways it is hard to get our collective minds around the fact that the year is coming to a close.

GIFT: A Christmas kindness

On Dec. 11, my niece and I were over at my parents’ home decorating their yard for Christmas.

CHALLENGE: To keep a customer

An open letter to Kootenai County businesses.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Don’t let this be health crisis week

Of every week of the year, this week, Christmas week, tends to have elevated health crises.

Vicki Renee (Warren) Robins, 70

Vicki Renee (Warren) Robins, 70, of Post Falls, Idaho, passed

Little administration optimistic after first wave of vaccine

A production delay from pharma giant Pfizer puts a hold on vaccination timetables.

Rose Sophia Rachunok, 95

Rose Sophia Rachunok went to be with the Lord, Friday,

Curt 'Curtis' Matthew Anderson

Curt “Curtis” Matthew Anderson passed away on Dec. 16, 2020

Germaine Lowley Parr, 79

Germaine Lowley Parr, 79, was born July 15, 1941, near

Heritage Health begins vaccinating employees

Heritage Health begins vaccinating employees

Melvin William Jones, 79

Melvin William Jones (“Bill”) joined our heavenly father

Danny W. Thompson, 73

Danny W. Thompson, 73 years old, was born in Coeur d’Alene,

Diane Emilie Berg (Eichhorn), 73

Diane Emilie Berg passed away on Dec. 12, 2020,

Michael Norman Meyer, 68

Mike passed away peacefully on Dec. 19, 2020, at home

Betty Jean Starren, 92

Betty Jean Starren, 92, was welcomed into the loving arms

RECORDS

Judgments and sentencings

Legals for December, 23 2020

$900B COVID relief bill passed by Congress, sent to Trump

WASHINGTON (AP) — Congress passed a $900 billion pandemic

Britain finds itself isolated and uncertain ahead of Brexit

LONDON (AP) — Over 2,800 stranded truck drivers hoped

Energy Department: Idaho top choice for new test reactor

BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Idaho is the top choice for the first

Idaho governor sees life returning to normal with vaccine

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (AP) — Life could be back to normal

Gem of a donation

Teacher gives $2,000 for jewelry, Christmas for All

Program nears all-time record fundraising.

Grinch Sighting!

He's a mean one at first glance, but deep down he's good, and he delights kids as they head out on North Pole cruises

Grinch!

Holiday goodwill before political storm

Local legislators discuss nativity scene on Capitol steps, potential changes ahead

Idaho Forest Group announces southern expansion

Modern facility will be in Lumberton, Mississippi

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 statistics

Greensferry Bridge project still possible

Post Falls Highway District talks Greensferry Bridge reconstruction

Idaho gas prices same as U.S. average

Idaho gas prices same as U.S. average

Two accused of clubbing man

COEUR d’ALENE — Two men are being held on $100,000 bail each after police said they beat another man with a club.

Traffic stop ends in meth arrest

POST FALLS — Police arrested a man who they said led them on a chase last week.

Col. Thomas C. Hankins, Ret., 67

Thomas Hankins passed away peacefully on Dec. 14, 2020

Ways to keep warm — and spend less

How to fend off high energy bills as temps drop lower and lower.

Extra DUI patrols planned

More than 10,000 people were killed in DUI crashes in 2018. Behind each of those numbers is a grieving family.

Woman dies after car plunges into river

Woman dies in crash

Norman ‘Buddy’ Conrad Drange, 82

Norman “Buddy” Conrad Drange was born Nov. 17, 1938,

RECORDS

Judgments and sentencings

PREP ROUNDUP: Lakeland boys run past Lapwai

Prep roundup, Dec. 22

Sheriff's Blotter

Notable calls for the day!

Northwest Notes Dec. 22, 2020

Derek Bayley of Rathdrum teamed with Chase Carlson to shoot a 17-under-par 55 on Monday to win the Pard'ner Shootout #2, an Outlaw Tour event at Arrowhead Country Club in Glendale, Ariz., with a field that included PGA Tour and Korn Ferry Tour players.

Cash in on kindness

Student with perfect attendance donates prize bike to family in need

Student with perfect attendance donates prize bike to family in need

Legals for December, 22 2020

Move it, move it

Lake City cracks list of most fitness-friendly cities; CDC says exercise key to health

A list from the marketing team at SmartAsset puts the Coeur d'Alene metro area in the top 50 nationwide of exercise-affirming environments.

Three arrested in Christmas thefts

KCSO: Packages were taken from residences by 'Porch Pirates'

Packages taken from residences found in vehicle

Single mom seeks safe vehicle

For “Becca,” life is better right now than it has been for a long time — but it’s still far from easy.

Dreaming of weird Christmas weather

Actually, a little more like spring.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Seahawks' NFC playoff foes filled with flaws

The Hawks are legit in this coming free-for-all. Legit… And maybe more than that.

COVID Watch

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Senior Meals

Senior Meals: Dec. 21-25

Gonzaga adds second game with Northwestern State

Gonzaga, which plays its men's basketball home opener tonight vs. Northwestern State (6 p.m., KHQ/ROOT), has added a second home game with Northwestern State on Tuesday (6 p.m., KHQ/ROOT).

Legals for December, 21 2020

'They are still alive with us'

Veterans remembered on National Wreaths Across America Day

'They are still alive with us'

Parolee intervention station opens

Will provide resources to those in danger of re-offending

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: A (busy) day in the life of sports

Lots going on Saturday ... and it started early, with the top-ranked Zags playing for the first time in more than two weeks. Versus No. 3 Iowa. In Sioux Falls, S.D. Of course.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Zags may indeed win it all, but let's enjoy the journey first

What does it say about the top-ranked Zags that they totally hammered No. 3 Iowa 99-88 Saturday morning — in a game that was never really close. You got the feeling that, if they’d been fit and playing a little more crisply, Gonzaga could have simply waxed a team featuring Luka Garza, the near-certain national player of the year.

CFA: Despite struggles, dad supports family

“Chris” has the weight of the world on his shoulders. A dad of four kids under the age of nine, he’s the sole earner for his family. His wife “Anne” is disabled and can’t work.

PREP BOYS BASKETBALL: Post Falls wins Middleton tourney

Cole Rutherford usually is the distributor for the Post Falls Trojans. Late in Saturday’s game, the senior point guard scored the biggest basket of the game.

PREP GIRLS BASKETBALL: Soumas breaks Timberlake career mark for 3s

Taryn Soumas hit four 3-pointers and became Timberlake’s all-time leader in 3s as the Tigers rolled to a 74-26 victory over the visiting Lakeside Knights in nonleague play Saturday.

Expanded Sushi i to open in Riverstone

Business Bits for Dec. 20

PREP WRESTLING: Cook helps Trojans win Wild tourney

Post Falls senior Tyler Cook just went for it on Saturday afternoon in the George Wild Invitational at Lakeland High. And his coaches couldn’t be happier with that.

MACKAY: Helping for the holidays

There is an old Chinese story about a woman who lost her only son.

Martin 'Marty' Krupitsky, 86

During the night of Dec. 7, 2020, Martin “Marty” Krupitsky passed away

Local Gems of the Coeur d’Alene Basin

The Local Gem Award Program is hosted by the Coeur d’Alene Regional

Jeanne Lenora Biner (nee Wooton)

1921 – 2020

The world, especially Coeur d’Alene, has lost a wonderful, artistic

Alfred L. Hales

Sept. 30 1930 — Dec. 15, 2020

God must have needed a fishing buddy as he called Al to heaven on Dec

Supply chain issues stall booming G-House market

Neighborhood of the Week: Dec. 20

DONATION: Don’t judge the amount

DONATION: Don’t judge the amount

Wasden found guilty of doing his job

Here's a man who does his job at great personal and political peril.

North Idaho 14-day weather forecast

Forecast for week starting Dec. 20

SCANDAL: Don’t target Joe

SCANDAL: Don’t target Joe

HYPOCRITES: Signed, sealed, delivered

HYPOCRITES: Signed, sealed, delivered

MY TURN: The truth of science

MY TURN: The truth of science

WASDEN: A round of applause

WASDEN: A round of applause

VIRUS: Businesses to support

VIRUS: Businesses to support

MEDICAL WISDOM: Get a second opinion

Medical wisdom: Get a second opinion

THE FRONT ROW WITH JASON ELLIOTT: Giving guys back what they earned

As the leader in national wrestling championships — 14 — and individual champions — 54 — in the National Junior College Athletic Association, when the idea came for North Idaho College to re-do its trophy case, it could be a chore.

PREP BASKETBALL: Post Falls boys advance to title game

Isaac Ballew hit 4 of 7 3-pointers — three of those in the second quarter — and scored 14 points for the Post Falls Trojans on Friday night. But it was the defense of Ballew and the rest of the Trojans that was just as vital in Post Falls’ 60-51 victory over Madison of Rexburg on Friday in the semifinals of the Ridley’s Christmas Tournament at Middleton High.

All-Idaho football: Prka, Kohal, Cope, Hauser named to 5A first team

Three Coeur d'Alene Vikings and one Post Falls Trojan were named to the 5A all-Idaho first team this week, as voted on by coaches statewide. Coeur d'Alene placed senior quarterback Jack Prka, senior offensive lineman Jackson Kohal and junior defensive lineman Cameren Cope on the first team. Post Falls placed senior wide receiver Tommy Hauser on the first team.

PREP WRESTLING: Parson puts Lake City in win column again; Brunner pins twice for Viks

For three years, Lake City High senior Logan Parson had to remain patient to get his shot at heavyweight in the Timberwolves lineup.

J.C. Penney at Silver Lake Mall to close

Shutdown part of retailer's restructuring plans

J.C. Penney in CDA to close

'Light at the end of this pandemic'

Hospital administers first vaccine doses

COVID-19 vaccine administration began Frday at Kootenai Health

Charter's Smith earns national Coach of Year award - again

She's been coaching five years and won honor every time

Charter's Stacy Smith named Coach of the Year for fifth time

Family needs winter clothes

The challenges “Valerie” has faced this year are shared by many families.

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 statistics

Nutcracker Nirvana

CJ Davis loves opening the door to a world of inanimate objects full of life

The Nutcrackers

FAST FIVE Celebrate the spirit of the season with the Rev. Craig Sumey

Meet the Rev. Craig Sumey, pastor of First Presbyterian Church in

A new kind of holiday

It’s the most wonderful time of year – and I’m not talking about the

The stay-at-home dad: Kids pit ‘Home Alone’ against ‘A Christmas Story’

A Christmas classic for one kid can be a complete bore for another.

Prestige movie roundup - ‘Mank,’ ‘Lovers Rock,’ ‘Ammonite’

The Oscar contenders head straight to your living room this holiday

Man on probation arrested for drugs

POST FALLS — A man is in jail after police allegedly found illegal drugs in his home.

Sheriff's Blotter

Notable calls for the day!

Health insurance deadline extended

Idahoans have until Dec. 31 to get covered for 2021

Health insurance deadline extended

RECORDS

Judgments and sentencings

Case continues for man charged with shooting wife

COEUR d’ALENE — The arraignment for a 74-year-old man accused of shooting his wife has been postponed until next week.

Presents for pediatrics

Cd'A Police officers deliver $5,000 in toys, gifts to Kootenai Health

Cd'A Police officers deliver $5,000 in toys, gifts to Kootenai Health

'It's what people expect'

Little defends decision not to invoke statewide mask mandate

Gov. Brad Little stopped in Hayden to urge North Idahoans to mask up for the holidays.

The difference between minor and major

Kootenai County Planning and Zoning to revisit subdivision development requirements

Kootenai County Planning and Zoning to revisit subdivision development requirements

Man arrested for not going to jail

Police arrested a man this week who they said failed to report to jail after he pleaded guilty to a felony.

In memoriam

Their names didn’t appear on the pages of the newspaper for achievements in business or rolling

Now's perfect time to shop local

Shop local in waning days before Christmas.

Post Falls man dies in crash

PF man dies in crash

Movers and Shakers

Kissire promoted to Numerica CDA branch

Christmas 2020 Time to Raise Your Ebenezer!

“Samuel took a stone and set it up….and called its name Ebenezer; for he said,

Hats off

Pat Moore hangs free stocking caps on fence to help families during tough times

Hats off to Pat Moore

Sister Jacquelin Servick, IHM

Sister Jacquelin Servick, IHM, (formerly known as Sister M. Joan of Arc)

Coming together

Community responds to call for donations to honor health care workers

'A beautiful thing'

Legals for December, 19 2020

Hacked networks will need to be burned 'down to the ground'

It’s going to take months to kick elite hackers widely believed to

House passes bill to avert government shutdown; Senate next

WASHINGTON (AP) — The House passed a two-day stopgap spending bill

Idaho vaccine dose reduction has 'significant implications'

BOISE, Idaho (AP) — An unexpected cut in the number of coronavirus

US awaits word on 2nd vaccine as COVID-19 outbreak worsens

WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. stood on the verge of adding a second COVID-19

New Zealand' Virus Response Success

WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — New Zealand this year pulled off a moonshot

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Few and staff getting the most out of the Zags

I think it was Bear Bryant who once said that a great coach was somebody who could take his and beat yours, and then take yours and beat his. That’s Mark Few, who has never been voted national coach of the year. Isn’t it time?

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 statistics

PREP BASKETBALL: Post Falls opens — finally — with win

The Post Falls boys basketball team finally opened its season on Thursday, getting strong play from its bench in a 44-41 victory over the newly named Pocatello Thunder in the first round of the Ridley’s Christmas Tournament at Middleton High.

PREP WRESTLING: Lakeland adjusts lineup, downs Coeur d'Alene

As wrestling goes this year, it’s a work in progress. So when it came time to set his lineup for Thursday’s long awaited season-opening dual, Lakeland coach Rob Edelblute arranged his team in weights that played to its strengths.

Christmas campaign beats goal

But the fundraising work isn't over just yet

Donors on pace for a record year.

High-tech company chooses Post Falls

MetalQuest Unlimited expects to open doors in January

MetalQuest Unlimited expecting to open doors in late January

Keep on dreaming, Bing

Climatologist Harris predicts 30% chance of white Christmas

Climatologist Harris predicts only 30% chance of white Christmas

'We've pretty much lost everything'

North Idaho State Fair board suffers after a nearly eventless year, reports net income is negative $45,000

North Idaho State Fair board suffers after eventless year

Cd'A superintendent a finalist in Oregon

Steve Cook, one other vie to lead Bend-La Pine School District

Steve Cook, one other vie to lead Bend-La Pine School District

Northwest Notes Dec. 18, 2020

Chris King, radio voice of University of Idaho men's basketball, has added Vandal football play-by-play duties following the departure of Dennis Patchin.

SANTA: Some Dalton requests

Dear Santa: Can you please help with a couple serious issues that need to be fixed or at least improved?

GENEROUS: Every buck counts, bub

STEVEN ADAMS, shame on you!

WASDEN: Upheld the law

We need to admire Attorney General Lawrence Wasden for his support of states’ rights amidst the attempt by Texas to invalidate the elections of several other sister states in a federal lawsuit.

CONSERVATORY: Music to these ears

Ms. Zoe Ann Thruman: It is with great pleasure that I write this endorsement for our forthcoming Music Conservatory.

MASKS: The debate is over

It was with great disappointment that I read yet another anti-mask letter (MASKS: Denying their efficacy) by a supposed authority figure.

DISORDER: Blame the blue

Lawlessness and disorder is the order of the day for most blue states, Evan Koch, Chair of the Kootenai County Democratic Central Committee.

VIRUS: What it is

I know that everyone is sick and tired of hearing about or reading about the China Virus…

FULCHER: Election really is over

Letter to Russ Fulcher: What part of democracy and what part of the election process as prescribed in the U.S. Constitution do you not fully accept or understand?

HYPOCRISY: Thanks for exposure

Thanks to The Press editors for exposing the two-faced hypocrisy of the KCRCC chair and the Idaho Freedom Foundation leadership.

LAWSUIT: Wasden wrong to reject

In response to your AP article: “Idaho Attorney General won’t join Texas election lawsuit.”

VACCINE: Cause for pause

Thank you to the Consumer Gal for shining a light on the liability protections given to COVID vaccine manufacturers.

Tony Henneberg, 75

Tony Henneberg lived to age 75 in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. He passed on

2,000 affected by outages

Power outages affect 2,000

Kettle of Dreams

Art will be displayed with Red Kettles on Saturday

Art will be on display with Salvation Army Red Kettles on Saturday

Hearts for the arts

Citizens Council for the Arts delivers art supplies to local schools

Citizens Council for the Arts delivers more than $5,000 in art supplies to local schools

Three Cd'A schools placed on safety hold Thursday

Two separate incidents within 45 minutes briefly triggered safety protocols.

Isenberg trial postponed

COEUR d’ALENE — A jury trial for Laurcene “Lori” Isenberg has been postponed until June.

Weekend TV/Radio highlights

Television, radio and webcast listings for coming weekend

Police: Death at Cd’A Resort not suspicious

The circumstances surrounding a death that occurred at The Coeur d’Alene Resort over the weekend do not appear suspicious, police said.

Man faces felony drug charges

COEUR d’ALENE — Police reportedly arrested a man this week who said he was already going to jail.

STCU delivers Season of Giving cheer

Inland Northwest credit union helps employees, members, students and more

Inland Northwest credit union helps employees, members, students and more

Bill Jay

On Dec. 12, 2020, at 10:58 p.m., our family and community of friends said goodbye to Bill Jay, who

Movie Times

Hayden Cinema

Hey, you: Take a (great) hike

Sportswriter Greg Lee and I walked hundreds of miles together during

It's time we see these ghosts

Remembering those most of us never knew.

RECORDS

Judgments and sentencings

Father Purcell makes major contributions to North Idaho

Thomas J. Purcell was born in Wales of Irish parents in

Time ticking on Post Falls URD

Council, staff discuss potential projects before 2022

Council, staff discuss potential projects before 2022

Sherman Square was never public

It's a gift to Coeur d'Alene pedestrians that will keep on giving

The city voted to sign a letter of intent with ignite cda and Rotary to keep the pocket park's legacy alive.

Legals for December, 18 2020

Hot spot: California hospitals buckle as virus cases surge

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Hospitals across California have all but run out

Nigerian official says over 300 abducted schoolboys freed

MAIDUGURI, Nigeria (AP) — More than 300 schoolboys abducted last week

Hack against US is 'grave threat,' cybersecurity agency says

WASHINGTON (AP) — Federal authorities expressed increased alarm Thursday

Nezperce school district replaces Indians mascot, keeps colors

LEWISTON, Idaho (AP) — A school board in Idaho has unanimously approved

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Lakeside boys finding their way with new roles

"It (losing for the first time after 25 straight wins) kinda humbled us a little bit, which is good," said Lakeside coach James Twoteeth, who played on the Knights' ’97 state champs. "It's hard to go undefeated a second year," especially moving up a division. "It kinda takes the monkey off your back; we can play pressure-free. We're a little more grounded now, a little more focused. I know they (the Lumberjacks) were hyped to play us."

ZAGS TRACKER: Back, with another big-time opponent waiting

Back in action. And what a way to do it, trekking over to Sioux Falls, S.D., for a Saturday bout with No. 3 Iowa – a team with a legitimate chance to win the national championship.

PREP ROUNDUP: Lake City wins; Spotted Horse hits 1,000

Blake Buchanan had 12 points and eight blocked shots, Kolten Mitchell 15 points and five assists for the Lake City Timberwolves in a 54-52 win over the Moscow Bears in Inland Empire League play at Bear Den on Wednesday night.

Signing day roundup: Three Vikings sign, and a Trojan now a Vandal

Three Coeur d'Alene Vikings signed football letters of intent on Wednesday, the first day of the early signing period, and a Post Falls Trojan verbally committed.

'This is our home'

Aspen Homes donates $25,000 to Christmas for All

Aspen Homes donates $25K to CFA

Help this young helper

LCHS freshman healing from emergency brain surgery

LCHS freshman healing from emergency brain surgery

New leadership makes waves

North Idaho College board of trustees talks about serious changes to policy and athletics

Bring Max home for Christmas

Family searching for missing dog offers $1,000 reward

Family searching for missing dog offers $1,000 reward

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 statistics

Bowling scores: Dec. 17, 2020

Results from area leagues

William 'Bill' L. Kegley, 96

William “Bill” L. Kegley, 96, of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, passed away

Many reasons for the season

Christmas is all about traditions.

Ranking Venmo and PayPal

If you aren’t familiar with Venmo or PayPal these are two of the most

Mama Mia

Dancing women strut stuff for Garden Plaza residents

Mamas delivers Christmas cheer

PHD: Fighting the good fight

Commissioner goes out of his way to express appreciation

Commissioner Bill Brooks thanks Panhandle Health District for service

Hjalmer Theodore Nelson, III, 74

Hjalmer Theodore Nelson, III, "Ted", from Coeur d'Alene, Idaho and Garden Grove

Delores Louise Huseby, 92

Lifetime resident of beautiful North Idaho, Delores Louise Huseby,

Sheriff's Blotter

Notable calls for the day

Police: Man attacked wife

COEUR d’ALENE — A man is in jail after police said he attacked his wife in September.

Dean Andrew Chamberlain, 60

Dean Andrew Chamberlain, 60, of Coeur d'Alene, passed away at home on

RECORDS

Judgments and sentencings

Christmas comes early for Goodwill

MacKenzie Scott donates $10 million

$10M for Goodwill

Coeur d’Alene Boat Expo set for Jan. 27-31

Boat show returns

Not-so-secret Santa

Santa, Mrs. Claus raise community spirits, Red Kettle funds

Santa, wife raise money for Red Kettle fund

Utah man charged with trafficking meth

POST FALLS — A man from Utah is charged with multiple felonies after police said he was found with meth in a stolen vehicle.

Big Fish

Lake Coeur d’Alene kokanee spawners largest since the 1950s

Big Fish

City approves zone change for Tapley Cabinets property to light manufacturing

Despite neighbor objections, the change on LaCrosse will allow the longtime cabinet maker to build a storage facility in the residential neighborhood.

You might see the Christmas star

Christmas star

Legals for December, 17 2020

Texas AG announces multi-state lawsuit against Google

DALLAS (AP) — Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton on Wednesday announced

NWAC SPORTS: With a lot of unknown, conference opts not to hold championship tournaments

With a lot of unknown still surrounding the Northwest Athletic Conference, conference officials made one thing known to its member programs on Sunday. For this year, at least, there will be no conference championship tournaments for the 2020-21 season.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Just grateful for the chance to play a little football

It’s easy to second-guess the thing now. You know, why did the Pac-12 try having a football season in the midst of a pandemic?

PREP BOYS BASKETBALL: Vikings rally late, but fall at Lewiston

Cameren Cope scored 10 of his 16 points in the second half and finished with 11 rebounds for Coeur d’Alene, which cut a 19-point deficit down to six in the fourth quarter before falling to the Lewiston Bengals 52-43 in an Inland Empire League game at Lewiston High on Tuesday.

PREP GIRLS BASKETBALL: Burke sparks Coeur d'Alene to victory at Lewiston

Skylar Burke scored 26 points and the Coeur d’Alene Vikings started fast en route to a 63-34 victory over the Lewiston Bengals in Inland Empire League play Tuesday.

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Max Cervi-Skinner, North Idaho Cross Country

Max Cervi-Skinner, 14, an eighth-grader at Canfield Middle School, is this week's Knudtsen Chevrolet Press Athlete of the Week.

Brotherly love

Boys earn, save money, donate to CFA

Brothers donate

Visiting hours are over

Kootenai Health institutes new restrictions due to rising positivity rate

Starting Wednesday, the hospital will significantly restrict visitors, this while elective surgeries have been put on hold.

Spreading hope, food and dollars

Joshua Brandt Foundation and ABC Food Bank help more than 130 families

Joshua Brandt Foundation and ABC Food Bank pass out food to over 130 families

Youth Sports Dec. 16, 2020

North Idaho Cross Country runners shined this past weekend at the USATF National Junior Olympic Cross Country Championships in Paris, Ky., Dec. 12-13.

COVID Watch

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Northwest Notes Dec. 16, 2020

The Spokane Chiefs will begin their season even later than planned. With public health restrictions in place across Western Canada and the Pacific Northwest, the Western Hockey League said it is not in a position to start its regular season as planned on Jan. 8. The Chiefs' season usually begins in late September.

POEM: Go My Son

The Father looked down on the world below…

Chamber luncheon proceeds go to help local first responders

The Coeur d'Alene Regional Chamber presented the Kootenai County Police and Fire Memorial Foundation with $3,000 to help with heroes in their own times of need.

GENEROSITY: Not in my book

The caption to a photograph in the Dec. 11 Coeur d’Alene Press, attached to an article about the Salvation Army Red Kettle Christmas campaign states…

PHD: 302 new cases

PHD: 302 new cases

RENT: Hold off increases

It is nearly 2021 and my fervent wish is that landlords, management companies and senior facilities place a moratorium on rent increases for the coming year.

Demand delays delivery of parcels in a pandemic

Packages sent past deadline might not make it by Christmas; no dates 'guaranteed'

Packages sent past deadline might not make it by Christmas; no dates 'guaranteed'

HYPOCRISY: Let it end with us

Our leaders shouldn’t take what they deny to others.

ELECTION: Votes will be counted

The fraudulent, corrupt, and unconstitutional vote in the state of Pennsylvania alone has perhaps stolen the electoral votes of Idaho, Wyoming, Montana and Utah.

Great kids fly from stable bows

Gifts from children outshine all the rest.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial  — Perspective

Skylark Owner and Winemaker John Lancaster was in town over the weekend, and as brothers-in-law who work in the same field will do, we talked much about the wine industry.

SNOPES: Reliability questioned

Tsk, tsk, Paula Marano.

FULCHER: Texas support is sedition

I’m writing regarding Rep. Fulcher’s decision to sign on to an Amicus Brief in support of the Texas lawsuit asking the court to invalidate the votes of more than 10 million people in Pennsylvania, Michigan, Wisconsin and Georgia.

COVID: Report key facts

Come on man! How can you run an article covering Idaho’s COVID response and totally fail to include an extremely important fact?

MASKS: A gift to others

I’m sorry that Mr. Ginorio feels that masks don’t help and they are all about Mr. Biden.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — 7 holiday stress helps

The holidays, starting with Thanksgiving, can be stressful under normal conditions.

STORES: Criticism a compliment

I want to thank Cheryl Armentrout for recommending a new grocery store to me.

COVID: Radio silence on Christmas

Dear Santa: This is my Christmas wish.

STORE: Great mask experience

On Thursday, while ringing the bell at Fred Meyer for the Salvation Army, we were impressed by the overwhelming majority of customers who were wearing masks and wearing them correctly.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Cesarean section and acupuncture

The postpartum period is often referred to as the fourth trimester for good reason — it is a crucial period of recovery for the new mom.

Small businesses with big celebrations

Main Street column for Dec. 16

Susan Selander, 75

Susan Selander, a longtime resident of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, went to

Man accused of molesting niece

HAYDEN — A man is being held on $50,000 bail after police said he molested his four-year-old niece.

Borah moves to 'red' COVID level

COVID cases, quarantines lead to staff shortage

COVID cases, quarantines lead to staff shortage

An 'Affinity' for Christmas

55-plus community celebrates holidays with song, dance,

An 'Affinity' for Christmas

Peak tennis tournament winners

Old and young gathered recently for the Peak Hayden Member Club Tennis Tournament.

Chester David Broadsword, 81

Chester “Chet” Broadsword of Hayden, Idaho, went to his Heavenly Father

Lisa A. Lewis, 62

Lisa Lewis passed away Friday morning, Dec. 11, 2020, after a lengthy

Helen Rose Seastedt, 99

Helen Rose Seastedt, age 99, of Coeur d’ Alene, Idaho, passed away

Police collecting toys and more for kids

Collection set for Saturday at Walmart

Police collect toys for kids

Adelaide 'Addie' Styzen Elam Neufeld

Adelaide “Addie” Styzen Elam Neufeld passed away peacefully on Dec

Man charged with third DUI

POST FALLS — A man could face a decade in prison after he allegedly committed his third DUI violation in two years.

Legals for December, 16 2020

Idaho governor will wait turn to get coronavirus vaccination

BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Idaho Gov. Brad Little will wait his turn in line

US vaccinations ramp up as 2nd COVID-19 shot nears

WASHINGTON (AP) — Hundreds more hospitals around the country began

State officials deliver $52.5 million to Idaho schools

BOISE, Idaho (AP) — State officials on Tuesday presented Idaho’s public

Vaccine will reach North Idaho this week

The FDA's emergency use authorization of the Pfizer vaccine means the first frontline health care workers at Kootenai Health and other local facilities will be vaccinated by the end of the week.

CDA man makes backcountry rescue

Spokane man survives 3 nights after car becomes stuck in the snow

Man rescued in backcountry

Lake Coeur d'Alene study moves forward

Project to determine lake's health by May 2022

James Sturgess nominated for expert panel

Single dad changes life for son

“Patrick” has grappled with drug addiction since he was just 13 years old.

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 statistics

Critters of North Idaho: Sundew

Lurking in the marches, fens and bogs of the Idaho panhandle is a voracious predator lying

Body found at Cd’A Resort

Police responded around 4:30 p.m. Sunday to a report of a body at The Coeur d’Alene Resort.

Northwest Notes Dec. 15, 2020

The University of Idaho women’s basketball team has added a nonconference contest to its 2020-21 schedule. The Vandals will face the No. 6 Arizona Wildcats on Dec. 23 in Tucson, Ariz., at 11 a.m. PT.

Idahoans' generosity almost unmatched

Idaho's generosity knows no bounds.

Coeur Closet distributes 3,000 pairs of socks to North Idaho school districts

Nonprofit in CHS basement helps kids in many ways

Coeur Closet distributes 3,000 pairs of socks to North Idaho school districts

Dedication to service and support

BNSF honored for commitment to military personnel

BNSF Hauser Refueling Depot receives award for veteran opportunities

Diana Lou Bumpus (née Simpson)

Diana Lou Bumpus, née Simpson, died in her son’s arms on Dec. 8, 2020

Idaho gas prices keep tumbling

U.S. demand hits seven-year low

Gas is cheap in Idaho

Eastern Washington women fall to Grand Canyon

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Waitress given $2,500 tip from couple inspired by her story

An Idaho couple gave their waitress the tip of a lifetime after

Man arrested on two-year-old warrant

COEUR d’ALENE — A wanted man who failed to appear in court after he pleaded guilty to assault was arrested after almost two years.

Police: Woman drives into Hayden Lake

KCSO Dive Rescue Team responded to a call for a vehicle in Hayden Lake at the Honeysuckle Boat launch Monday evening.

Sheriff's Blotter

Notable calls for the day!

Drake family sues Moore Chiropractic, counterclaim alleges foul play

Jennifer Lynne Drake, wife of Brian Drake, is in a lawsuit against Daniel Lee and Karen Moore on behalf of the Drake family; Moore Chiropractice alleges counterclaims.

RECORDS

Judgments and sentencings

PHD: Virus positivity rate 24%

Second-highest in the state

Virus positivity rate very high

Legals for December, 15 2020

Biden clears 270-vote mark as electors affirm his victory

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Electoral College gave Joe Biden a solid majority of its votes

Pursuit ends in officer-involved shooting

Man stopped after ramming patrol car

Many African, Asian families marry off daughters amid virus

KOIDU, Sierra Leone (AP) — The man first caught a glimpse of Marie

US agencies, companies secure networks after huge hack

WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. government agencies and private companies rushed

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Woeful Jets just the gift the Seahawks needed

LET’S HOPE sincerely that Adams and the rest of the Seahawks enjoyed themselves like little kids at the playground on Sunday. There won’t be any cotton candy over the next two weeks. It might be more like a trip to see the dentist about that long-postponed root canal surgery.

Mask required for entry

Local business enforces mask mandate

COEUR d’ALENE — When two customers walk into All Things Irish on Friday, the man is wearing a mask. The woman isn't. Sales associate Sharon Kearns quickly greets them with a chipper "Welcome" and approaches the woman, holding out a box of masks.

Heart of purple and gold

Post Falls Army veteran chosen to represent Idaho’s Purple Heart veterans

Honored vet

Girl suffers from mystery illness

Though she’s suffered from a life-threatening illness for most of her life, the five-year-old remains undiagnosed.

Ma Nature turning on the moisture

The weather pattern here in the Inland Northwest is changing to the wetter side as the storm door has finally opened up. Our first snow of December arrived on Friday with more expected over at least the next six weeks. Cliff and I see a good chance of at least moderate snows in the region around the Christmas holiday, so the odds of a white Christmas here in North Idaho are looking good.

COVID Watch

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School and Senior Meals

School and Senior Meals: Dec. 13-19

Legals for December, 14 2020

States take two separate paths to arrive at similar destination

Despite statewide face covering requirements and a more protocol-compliant population, Washington’s death rate exceeds twice that of Idaho’s

One governor has resisted returning to lockdowns, while the other has extended its restrictions. In some ways, both states have arrived at the same point.

Education in a global pandemic

Teachers share experiences working through COVID-19

Educators share experiences working through COVID-19

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: If minor league baseball goes to the dogs, maybe that's OK

Taking in minor league baseball games during our travels around the region has become one of the cool parts of summer vacation. So the news from earlier this week that the Boise Hawks were no longer going to be part of Northwest League baseball — but were still going to be a baseball team somehow, someway — kinda jumped out on the internet.

MOMENTS, MEMORIES and MADNESS with STEVE CAMERON: The old days of being close to the action — and part of the story

It’s a great seat. I mentioned earlier this week that there’s been one big change for media members covering basketball — college and pro — in this era, as opposed to the good old days when we sat at courtside.

CFA: Family recovers from homelessness

For “Paul,” falling off a roof turned out to be a blessing in disguise. Really.

PREP BOYS BASKETBALL: Spotted Horse leads Lakeside to bounceback victory

Kenyon Spotted Horse scored 20 points, one of three Lakeside players in double figures, in a 60-36 win over the Timberlake Tigers on Saturday night.

CK Barrel Room opens in downtown CDA

Business Bits for Dec. 13

Athol man arrested on sex crime charges

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DALTON: The special people

Bravo Dianne Christensen, I couldn’t have said it better myself.

TOAST: To pay it forward

I went Oct. 27 to Starbucks on Prairie Avenue in Hayden.

OFFICIALS: Stand up to Trump

To Sen. Risch, Sen. Crapo and Rep. Fulcher…

The Traditions that bind us

The holiday season is a time to come together and celebrate

Teachers as targets? Not in this war

A hero's heart resides in every teacher.

Judy Roehr

Judy’s spirit slipped free from its earthly tethers after three years of thumbing

TRUMP: A desperate nightmare

Come January, Biden’s generals will have to carry Trump out of the White House.

MACKAY: No one ever drowned in sweat

An old ranch owner named John had a small spread in Montana. The state government claimed he was not paying proper wages to his workers, so it sent an agent to check things out.

NECESSITIES: Don’t knock ‘em

Preppers and hoarders. Now there’s a couple of politically incorrect terms.

PRESS: Photograph only mask wearers

The apparent hypocrisy of The Press confounds me.

Gift giving in the real estate world

Neighborhood of the Week: Dec. 13

VIRUS: Goal is containment

Ralph from Coeur d’Alene writes that he will NOT wear a mask and implies that the science is being manipulated to support the position of people who wish to take away our freedoms — or something to that affect.

Dr. Gregory "Greg" D. McKim, 78

Dr. Gregory "Greg" D. McKim, 78, of Tigard, Ore., passed away Nov. 18, 2020

ARREST: Obey law, Cd’A schools

Years ago Sgt. Joe Friday on the TV program Dragnet was famous for always saying, “Just the facts, ma’am. Just the facts.”

GROWTH: Question — and answer

How does a community experiencing rapid and continuing growth pay for the infrastructure needed to accommodate this growth?

Sally Holt

After a long decline, Sally Holt went to join her Lord on Dec. 1, 2020. Sally

PRESS: Don’t bow to DNC

For several years my husband and I have been visiting Coeur d’Alene on Saturdays and reading the Coeur d’Alene Press.

Idaho health leaders OK crisis health care rationing rule

BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Idaho's top public health leaders on Friday cleared the way

THE FRONT ROW WITH JASON ELLIOTT: Rare night and new site for mats

Any other year, the Dec. 4 matchup between the Timberlake Tigers and Lake City Timberwolves might have had a few more than 10 to 12 fans in the crowd. Especially on a Friday night, it might have been a lot more.

PREP BOYS BASKETBALL: Lake City handles Sandpoint's pressure

Kolten Mitchell had 15 points and five assists for the Timberwolves in a 77-61 win over the Sandpoint Bulldogs in a nonleague game at Lake City High on Friday.

PREP GIRLS BASKETBALL: Rewers, Reynolds lead Lake City past Sandpoint

Brooklyn Rewers totaled 23 points and 14 rebounds as the Lake City Timberwolves rolled past the Sandpoint Bulldogs 67-34 in Inland Empire League play Friday.

PRESS CHRISTMAS FOR ALL

Jewelry gifted anonymously up for grabs

Golden gift will help campaign.

Village at Riverstone sold

After 20 years , John Stone, partners sell successful development to investment group with North Idaho ties

John Stone sells Riverstone

Live theater lives

Charter Academy pulls off two performances outside in the cold before an audience

Live, in Almost, Maine

Coeur Housing gets mixed reviews from some locals

The project to adjust zoning code to allow for infill housing seen by vocal minority as open door to low income, high density options, claims city development directors flatly deny.

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 statistics

Honor the ‘small’ 2020 movie year

With more and more money committed to home entertainment, movie theaters

The stay-at-home dad: It’s Christmastime, kids! Please lower your expectations

My kids love our family’s early Christmas-season traditions. I’m less enthused.

FAST FIVE Mark Kuhnhausen: A champion for kids

Mark Kuhnhausen: A champion for kids Mark Kuhnhausen, sports fan and champion for kids.

Io Saturnalia

If you took Spanish or French in high school (or ever), you probably won’t understand.

Hayden Chamber changes leadership

Andrea Fulks named Hayden Chamber of Commerce Executive Director

Need health insurance? Deadline nears

yourhealthidaho.org has customer service representatives standing by to field calls in the final days before deadline passes

Governor on wrong track with virus response

He's gone too far He hasn't gone far enough

Two sides critical of Brad Little.

Verle James VanDewerker

Verle James VanDewerker passed away Dec. 5, 2020, at his home, surrounded by his family.

Cup of Grace Ministries

“In the way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in Heaven.”

Raymond Bob Parsons, 84

Raymond Bob Parsons, 84, of Bayview, Idaho, passed away

Coeur d'Alene attorney Art Macomber considered Attorney General campaign

Disappointment in current administration is to blame

A space that's out of this world

Fernan STEM Academy, community partners complete sensory room upgrade

Fernan STEM Academy, community partners complete sensory room upgrade

Ray 'Blaise' Koep

Memorial Mass for Ray Blaise Koep will be at 1:00 in the afternoon on Friday, Dec.

Local nun joins call for global recovery

Local nun joins call for global recovery

Molly Jewel Valente

Molly Jewel Valente, of Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, passed away peacefully at her home

Robert 'Chewy' Steven Foxx Sr., 69

Beloved husband, father and friend, Robert “Chewy” Steven Foxx Sr., 69, of Hayden

Wallace holiday parades canceled

Wallace parades canceled

Thoughts on science, not politics

I read Saturday’s “My Turn” with some agreement. Having worked as a microbiologist straight out

Legals for December, 12 2020

Tri-State Outfitters in Moscow closes after group of mask-less customers enter

MOSCOW, Idaho (AP) — An outdoors store in northern Idaho temporarily closed

Groups blast Trump logging plan aimed at reducing wildfires

BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Conservation groups are blasting a Trump administration

Viral spread: Americans paying the price for Thanksgiving

With some Americans now paying the price for what they did over Thanksgiving

White House threatens FDA chief's job over vaccine approval

WASHINGTON (AP) — White House chief of staff Mark Meadows on Friday pressed

Coeur d'Alene boys rally for signature win over Lakeland

Just two games into his tenure as Coeur d'Alene High boys basketball coach, Jon Adams has a signature win at his alma mater. Junior Cameren Cope scored eight of his 18 points in the fourth quarter and the Vikings rallied from 12 points down in the second half to surprise the Lakeland Hawks, 53-50, in the Inland Empire League opener for both teams Thursday night at Hawk Court.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: MLB making a major error with minors

Baseball is already struggling to make an impact with younger generations — the potential fans who might spend money on the big-league product as they get older. Why on Earth would you do something ELSE to increase your struggles with groups that already are drifting away?

PREP BASKETBALL: St. Maries snaps Lakeside win streak

After a sluggish start offensively, St. Maries coach Bryan Chase looked to his bench to ignite the Lumberjacks on Thursday night. Sophomore guard Greyson Sands changed things in a hurry.

PREP WRESTLING: Rudebaugh rallies in Post Falls romp

After trailing in most of his match, John Rudebaugh didn’t quit fighting. Rudebaugh scored a pin at 5 minutes, 59 seconds for the Post Falls Trojans — one of 12 on the night — against the Lewiston Bengals at The Arena on Thursday.

From Kenya with love

Sisters fundraise for community while overseas

A community isn’t just a place. It’s an action. That’s what Aurora and Celeste Greene are proving, from the other side of the world.

Little: Crisis standards of care may be coming

Says Idahoans must manage COVID better

Despite soaring coronavirus numbers, the Idaho Gov. will not implement new restrictions at this time.

PRESS CHRISTMAS FOR ALL

Generosity? You're seeing it right here

Residents open hearts, check books for Press CFA.

State: COVID-19 leading cause of death in Idaho in November

Heart disease, hypertension, diabetes, obesity listed as leading conditions contributing to COVID-19 deaths

COVID leading cause of death in Idaho in November

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 statistics

Northwest Notes Dec. 11, 2020

The Spokane Indians and Colorado Rockies made official Thursday what The Associated Press reported on Wednesday — the Indians will become a High-A long-season affiliate of the Rockies in 2021.

TRUMP: Religious, he’s not

I attended a Catholic Church service with a friend over the weekend in Post Falls.

COVID: Fear is real enemy

There has been a lot of disinformation designed to scare the individual regarding the China Flu, aka COVID-19.

LETTER: A noble boo-boo

Dear Ms. Vieselmeyer…

Clyde ‘Rich’ H. Richardson, 73

On Saturday, Dec. 5, 2020, Clyde Harvey Richardson II

Weekend TV/Radio highlights

Television, radio and prep webcast highlights for coming weekend

PARADE: Star atop Rathdrum’s tree

Thank you Rathdrum for an incredible lighted Christmas parade.

Ronald Arthur Coleman, 82

Ron Coleman, age 82, passed away peacefully on Dec. 4, 2020, at North Idaho Hospice House

STORE: Think of docs, nurses

I walked out of Super 1 Foods today.

Karman Baker, 88

Karman Baker, age 88, of Coeur d’Alene, passed away on Dec. 7, 2020, at the

Movie Times

Hayden Cinema

COVID: Take it seriously, stores

I agree with the letter written by Pamela Root that Super 1 in Post Falls is the worst store I have shopped in regarding people wearing masks.

DALTON: Find middle ground

Listening to an more than three-hour Zoom meeting for the city of Dalton Gardens on Dec. 1, I was incredibly disheartened by the lack of any real compassion for those of us facing a massive deer over population and a huge influx of traffic, specifically on Fourth and 15th in the last year or so.

COLUMN: Robots, sex and women

Regarding Sholeh’s Nov. 24 column, “Could love robots ease loneliness?” — heavens!

Sail away with Laura and Bill

Cd'A couple offering virtual cruises packed with 'infotainment'

Cd'A couple offering virtual cruises packed with 'infotainment'

TAXES: Time to exempt food

Today my PFL and I walked to Ron’s in Athol to get potatoes and beer.

GOP: Face the facts, folks

I’m a Libertarian who didn’t vote for Trump or Biden, and I’m furious.

MASKS: A simple request

Please wear a mask and practice social distancing…

VEHICLE FEE: Ready to listen?

I just want to jump on Jeff Anderson’s bandwagon and tell Mr. Glenn Miles, KMPO’s Executive Director, that he is NOT listening to the people of Kootenai County!

MASKS: Challenge to ski resort

Dare to Tom Chasse, Schweitzer Ski Resort CEO…

Tickets remain for Firebird drawing to benefit KHS

Tickets remain for Firebird drawing to benefit KhS

Wrapped in love

Coeur d'Alene High students donate hand-tied blankets to North Idaho CASA

Coeur d'Alene High students donate hand-tied blankets to North Idaho CASA

Prairie Preservation 101

County guide shows how to keep rural areas open

Conservation easements could protect farmland and give landowners tax deductibles

'Gang of Four' left imprint on CDA

You may know that retired attorney Steve McCrea wrote a biography about

Regan is right — only to a point

Kudos to Brent Regan! (Dec. 5 My Turn). We should indeed “rely

Avenues for Hope to benefit St. Vincent de Paul North Idaho

Avenues for Hope

Police: Man’s BAC was four times legal limit

COEUR d’ALENE — A man could spend up to 10 years behind bars after police said he drove with a breath alcohol concentration more than four times the legal limit.

Victorino receives hero's welcome home

The ashes of Ponderay Police Sgt. Mike Victorino were returned to Bonner County on Thursday

Man accused of stealing from boss

COEUR d’ALENE — Police arrested a man accused of theft after he failed to appear in court.

GOP, condemn the threats and intimidation

In the last month America has seen a frightening rise in threats of violence

UI graduation to include CDA students

Virtual commencement Dec. 12

Virtual graduation Saturday

Put the pedal to the metal for Red Kettles

Salvation Army holiday campaign down more than $43,000 from this time last year

Salvation Army holiday campaign down more than $43,000 from this time last year

Adler: Trump couldn't pardon himself

President's power isn't unlimited as he claims, constitutional scholar says.

RECORDS

Judgments and sentencings

The government can require us to cover some parts of our body

As I watched a recent TV news interview of a gentleman saying the government could not tell him what to wear, a memory floated back into my mind from the 1950s.

Legals for December, 11 2020

One-day US deaths top 3,000, more than D-Day or 9/11

MISSION, Kan. (AP) — Just when the U.S. appears on the

US panel endorses widespread use of Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine

WASHINGTON (AP) — A U.S. government advisory panel endorsed

UK's Johnson: 'Strong possibility' Brexit talks will fail

BRUSSELS (AP) — With a chaotic and costly no-deal Brexit

Gun restrictions face uphill battle even under Biden

The gun debate in America will soon enter a new chapter with a Democrat

Man arrested for bomb threat in Spokane charged with arson

SPOKANE, Wash. (AP) — Police on Thursday identified the

Northern lights a 'big miss,' US space forecaster says

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — An initially promising U.S. forecast for the northern lights has gone bust. Stargazers

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Lake City vs. Lakeland boys an example of a strong 5A/4A matchup

A buzzer-beater in the first meeting last year in Rathdrum. A three-overtime game in the rematch at Lake City. A game last Saturday at Lakeland that went down to the final seconds.

PREP GIRLS BASKETBALL: Zufelt sparks Lake City at Kellogg

Freshman Sophia Zufelt scored 13 points, eight coming in the second quarter, for the Lake City Timberwolves in a 57-35 win over the Kellogg Wildcats at Andrews Gymnasium on Wednesday.

Boise State football coach wants out of Mountain West

Boise State football coach Bryan Harsin told school leaders in September that he wants out of the Mountain West — with the COVID-19 shutdown of the fall season as the latest piece of his argument.

Let the light shine

Christmas Decor decorates home of veteran, Purple Heart recipient

Home for the holidays

The show that almost was

COVID cancels 'Traditions of Christmas'

COVID cancels holiday show 'Traditions of Christmas,' which would have been in ninth year

What's next for Hayden's traffic?

With the city's comprehensive and transportation plans updated, the city council learned what traffic congestion — or lack thereof — could look like 20 years out.

Young family wishes for good luck

Even a long streak of bad luck can change. That’s how “Zoe” sees it.

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 statistics

Northwest Notes Dec. 10, 2020

Derek Bayley of Rathdrum finished tied for seventh Wednesday at the Outlaw Tour's Longbow Classic at the Longbow Golf Club.

Assessor's Office closed; customers warned

Following another positive COVID case, the downtown service is closed

Comment on moose, bighorn sheep and mountain goat season proposals

Virtual open houses will be held in an effort to engage more hunters in the season-setting process

Comments on hunts

Honor and remembrance

Hospice to hold 39th Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony

Hopsice to hold 39th Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony

RECORDS

Judgments and sentencings

Museum to host photo opp with distant Santa

Photo opp for museum

Here's what you searched most in 2020

Here are the most-searched words in the 2020 universe.

Masked Santa to greet kids

Meet and greet with Santa

Max L. Sumner

Max L. Sumner passed away July 28, 2020, peacefully with his family by

Motion to suppress pending in manslaughter case

Coeur d'Alene man accused in fatal crash

Coeur d'Alene man accused in fatal crash

PREP Act is something you should understand

We’ve been hearing a lot about the COVID-19 vaccines, but have you

Post Falls student wins video contest

Jordan Neilson placed first with production on careers in forestry and received $1,000.

PF students wins contest

Thrift store fire quickly doused

Fire at thrift store

PHD: 419 new cases, 11 deaths

Coronavirus hits older population harder

More cases of COVID

Bowling scores: Dec. 10, 2020

Results from area leagues

Driver's License Office is still open

In Idaho, vehicle registration, driver's licensing two separate departments

Kootenai County officials clear up confusion amid closures

Sandpoint awarded attorney fees in Festival firearms lawsuit

First District Court judge awards city fees, costs in Festival firearms lawsuit

Legals for December, 10 2020

Hunter Biden facing federal investigation into his taxes

WASHINGTON (AP) — President-elect Joe Biden's son Hunter

Despite Trump's venting and threats, Biden's win is sealed

WASHINGTON (AP) — There’s plenty of noise but no cause

KCSO arrest nets heroin, 1 suspect

Bust nets heroin

PREP GIRLS BASKETBALL: Vikings press on — After 13 straight losses to rival, Coeur d'Alene knocks off Lake City for third straight time

"We struggled a lot in our early years here," Younker said. "We came into the locker room defeated a lot." Tuesday was a different story all together.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: That other unbeaten team in the region, and sticking up for Russ

Gonzaga isn’t the only undefeated hoops team in the neighborhood. Washington State is 3-0 heading into tonight’s rivalry squabble with Idaho (0-2) at Beasley Coliseum.

PREP BASKETBALL: Coeur d'Alene boys win easily in Adams' debut as coach at alma mater

New Coeur d’Alene High boys basketball coach Jon Adams wants his team to play with some tempo this season. His squad didn’t wait long into the season opener to get that started.

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Brooke Jessen, Timberlake High School

Timberlake High senior basketball player Brooke Jessen is this week's Knudtsen Chevrolet Press Athlete of the Week.

Lights grow dim on CYT North Idaho

After 13 years, COVID about to close curtains on local theater nonprofit

After 13 years, COVID closes curtains on local theater nonprofit

Scams on rise in PF, county

Post Falls law enforcement warns about money scams

School districts see impacts of remote learning

Local school districts report some academic impacts from remote learning, positives from in-person instruction

Disabled vet recovering

During her time in the Navy, “Alice” was an advocate for sexual assault victims.

Northwest Notes Dec. 9, 2020

Eastern Washington's men's basketball game tonight at UNLV was canceled on Tuesday by UNLV, citing a positive COVID-19 case within the Runnin' Rebels program.

Youth Sports Dec. 9, 2020

Cross country, bowling and more.

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 statistics

Generous hearts spreading kindness

The residents of the Highlands community in Post Falls held their semi-annual golf cart parade and collected 1,391 pounds of food and $1,865 in cash for the Post Falls Food Bank. That's a 37% increase over 2019 food donations and 70% over last year's cash donations from the neighborhood.

Solar safety

City, Rotarians team up for crosswalk

Beacons of safety

A deerly departed decoration

Deer crossing

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Winery challenges

2020 has been quite the year. The effects on many businesses have been severe.

Henry G. Brown, Jr., 75

Henry G. Brown Jr., 75, a loving husband, father and grandfather, went

Swinging for 'Safety'

Golfers donate to nonprofit dedicated to helping those aging out of foster care

Safety Net swing

DALTON: Complaints ring hollow

Dalton Gardens is at it again-those dang deer! Just why did any of you move to Dalton Gardens?

MASKS: Denying their efficacy

No Mr. Biden, I shall not wear your muzzle! Masks are not effective at preventing the spread of the Wuhan Flu.

WARRIOR: Inspiration to us all

We are always most inspired by stories of grief, struggle and overall adversity as they serve testament to that fact that we are not alone in our experience.

Op-Ed: Make your health a priority

It is no secret that 2020 has been a challenging year for Idahoans.

Connie Langill, 76

Our beloved Connie Langill passed away on Nov. 15, 2020 at age 76.

Henry Welcher 'Wally' Starr III

1943 - 2020

Wally Starr (Henry Welcher Starr III) passed away on Sept. 13, 2020

COVID: Its toll on students

The worst thing that could have been done to our kids during this pandemic was to keep them at home in isolation.

Gov handouts are evil — except when they're not

More than $2 million eagerly accepted by fiscal conservatives.

AWARDS: Here’s one for Biden

Gov. Cuomo received an international award for his masterful use of the TV.

The power of pennies, nickels and dimes

North Idaho STEM Charter Academy students raise big bucks for local non-profit

DALTON: A deer solution

Shoot deer with tranquilizer guns.

Harriet Josephine 'Jo' Russell

Harriet Josephine ("Jo") Russell passed Nov. 1, 2020. She was born Dec.

William 'Bill' Zimmerman, 98

William F. Zimmerman, 98, a longtime resident of Coeur d’Alene

CHRISTIANS: Something to ponder

Christianity’s highest commandments: Love God. Love your neighbors as yourself.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Breathing easier

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is characterized by diminished air flow and gradual loss of lung function.

Change the world — start with local kids

Boys and Girls Club Christmas for Kids is Dec. 9, 11

Boys and Girls Club Christmas for Kids is Dec. 9, 11

WAR: Haven’t we learned yet?

With a government in transition, now is not the time to escalate tensions with Iran.

RECORDS

Judgments and sentencings

Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office to conduct DUI Patrols

Crackdown to begin on drunken drivers

Woman accused of battering officer

COEUR d’ALENE — A woman was arrested after she allegedly tried to hit a police officer.

Sheriff's Blotter

Notable calls for the day!

Police: Woman fled accident with child

COEUR d’ALENE — A woman is charged with six misdemeanors after police said she rear-ended a car and attempted to flee the scene on foot with her five-year-old child.

Little: Vaccine stamps shelf life on COVID

Gov. Brad Little said the first Idahoans could be vaccinated by this time next week.

PHD: Single-day record of 415 new cases

Record COVID-19 cases in PHD

Legals for December, 9 2020

Panhandle set to receive COVID-19 vaccine doses

The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare announced in a Dec. 4 COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee meeting that the state will be receiving 13,650 doses of a COVID-19 vaccine throughout the next few weeks.

UK starts virus campaign with a shot watched round the world

LONDON (AP) — A nurse rolled up 90-year-old Margaret Keenan’s sleeve

Idaho residents mostly slowed travel Thanksgiving Day

BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Transportation officials in Idaho have reported

Biden makes pitch for retired general to be Pentagon chief

WASHINGTON (AP) — President-elect Joe Biden on Tuesday made his case

Inslee extends COVID-19 restrictions on dining and gyms to Jan. 4

OLYMPIA, Wash. (AP) — Washington Gov. Jay Inslee announced Tuesday

US virus deaths hit record levels with the holidays ahead

Deaths from COVID-19 in the U.S. have soared to more than 2,200 a day

ZAGS TRACKER with STEVE CAMERON: Like games, questions have been put on pause

Your heart sank out of sight when Jalen Suggs was lying on the floor with what looked like a torn Achilles, right? No? If you’re a Zags fan, you’re lying. Don’t even bother denying it. You saw a possible national championship vanishing into thin air.

COVID-19 creates traffic jam

Options few for people needing driver license renewals

Coeur d'Alene Vehicle Licensing Division closes after positive COVID-19 case

After addiction, woman transforms life

“Rose” was just 14 years old when she started down the path to addiction. Abused at home and surrounded by alcohol, she started drinking as a teen. In her 20s, she became addicted to meth — and her three children suffered for it.

'United like never before'

3 veterans recall their military experience, reflect on 79th anniversary of Pearl Harbor

Remembering Dec. 7, 1941

Norris for sheriff? Yes — again

Bob Norris will start term 11-days early

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 statistics

Public hearing targets Hayden's transportation woes

HAYDEN — Shayla Skinner has a unique perspective of the ever-growing

Harold J. Deming, 86

Harold J. Deming, age 86, of Coeur d’Alene, passed away Dec. 6, 202

'Exactly what we needed'

Rathdrum celebrates the success of Saturday's Lighted Vehicle Parade

Rathdrum celebrates the success of Saturday's Lighted Vehicle Parade

Richard 'Dick' Raymond, 90

Richard “Dick” Raymond, age 90, passed away Dec.

Idaho gas prices buck national trend

Closing in on $2 per gallon mark

Gas prices low

Amador picked to chair Ways and Means

The move comes as the Coeur d'Alene representative and his wife await the birth of their second child.

Fact-checking Rep. Fulcher

With reference to Chuck Malloy’s column on November 27, “Fulcher stands

'Christmas for Kids' coming up

Christmas for Kids

RECORDS

Judgments and sentencings

Idaho's got it bad for cookies

C is for Cookie, and cookies are for Idahoans.

Man accused of groping granddaughters

POST FALLS — A man is in jail on $50,000 bail after he was accused of molesting his teen granddaughters.

Sheriff's Blotter

Notable calls for the day!

Busy season for CDAIDE

Nonprofit experiences high volume of requests moving into COVID winter

Nonprofit that supports food service, hospitality workers experiences high volume of requests moving into COVID winter

Keep your home for Christmas

Applications for renters financial aid due Friday

Northwest Notes Dec. 8, 2020

Gonzaga junior guard Andrew Nembhard was named West Coast Conference men’s basketball Player of the Week, the conference announced Monday.

Police: Woman choked boyfriend

RATHDRUM — A woman is facing two felony charges after she allegedly choked her boyfriend.

Update to quarantine, reopening plans for Cd'A Public Schools

New data points, resolution language introduced

Cd'A School Board votes to update reopening plans, quarantine protocol

Legals for December, 8 2020

Trump ratchets up pace of executions before Biden inaugural

CHICAGO (AP) — As Donald Trump’s presidency winds down, his administration

Does Trump have power to pardon himself? It's complicated

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump has declared that he has “absolute right” to issue a pardon to himself. Yet the law is much murkier than his confidence suggests.

Idaho governor to propose tax cuts with $630 million surplus

BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Idaho Gov. Brad Little said Monday that he

Idaho health departments behind on contract tracing

BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Public health officials in Idaho have reported

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Giants give Seahawks a taste of their own physicality

The New York Giants applied the Pete Carroll formula to Pete’s own team. They punched the Seahawks in the mouth, dominating the line of scrimmage on both sides of the ball in their 17-12 upset on Sunday.

The hero within

Local artist forges ahead with super-powered artwork

Post Falls digital artist Bre Gotham finds inspiration in Disney's and Marvel's iconic characters.

More than a gift

Presents delivered Sunday help make dreams come true

Public safety agencies around the region team up for some Christmas magic

Mom with terminal cancer keeps fighting

Looking at “Kate,” most people would never guess she’s living with terminal cancer.

Two arrested during attempted theft

2 arrested in attempted burglary

Zags cancel next four games for COVID-19 reasons

Gonzaga has canceled its next four men's basketball games, all at home, citing COVID-19 concerns, the school announced Sunday. Games canceled include Tuesday vs. Tarleton State, Thursday vs. Southern, Saturday vs. Northern Arizona and Monday, Dec. 14 vs. Idaho.

COVID Watch

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School and Senior Meals

School and Senior Meals: Dec. 7-11

Heed these winter weather advisories

Just stick around awhile. Snow will be here soon.

EWU men add game at Oregon today

The Eastern Washington University men's basketball team will take on defending Pac-12 Conference champion Oregon in Eugene today at 4 p.m. (P12WA, PAC12).

Legals for December, 7 2020

Mitchell puts on a show — Lake City point guard scores career-high 34 as Timberwolves edge Lakeland

Kolton Mitchell's position with the Lake City High boys basketball team is listed as point guard. On Saturday afternoon, he became the points guard.

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Zags depth; be careful what you wish for; and motivation

If the Zags win the national title this year, all you have to do is look at what happened in Wednesday night's comeback win over West Virginia as an example of the embarrassment of riches, talent-wise, in Zagville. How many college teams can boast that kind of depth?

THE CHEAP SEATS WITH STEVE CAMERON: This won't happen come March

What if this had been a Final Four game? It’s not a wild exaggeration to suggest that Gonzaga and Baylor could make it to that event next March — just as they planned to meet Saturday as the top-ranked teams in the nation.

PREP ROUNDUP: Kiefer powers Lakeland past Moscow in IEL matchup

Junior Addie Kiefer scored 14 of her game-high 17 points in the first half as the Lakeland Hawks beat the Moscow Bears 48-29 in an Inland Empire League matchup of 4A teams Saturday at Hawk Court.

They're virus fighters, too

COVID-19 challenges fire department personnel, budget

Nothing can stop the Coeur d'Alene Fire Department from serving the community, especially not COVID

Cruising with the eagles

Majestic birds put on show in Beaty, Wolf Lodge bays for those watching from boat

Cruising with the eagles

Northwest Music Center moves to new location

Business Bits for Dec. 6

The Northwest Music Center has occupied a large building at 6055 N. Sunshine St. (south of Silver Lake Mall and seen from Highway 95).

Family hunts to survive

“Serena” and “David” are accustomed to providing for themselves. They hunt and fish for sustenance throughout the year. In the winter, they rely on the firewood they cut themselves to heat the home where they’re raising five children under the age of 13.

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 statistics

COLUMN: Clues for cancel culture

Last Sunday’s “Opinion” page of The Press contained a letter ranting on Bob Shillingstad’s weekly column.

VOLUNTEERS: Blessings on wheels

I asked my semi shut-in friend about their Thanksgiving.

FREEDOM: Possibilities limitless

Freedom is a two-way street.

EDUCATION: A route to sanity

Robert Curry said, “When America knew itself, we were the common sense nation.”

WARD: A friend and mentor

Don Ward was on guard duty that night. He was nervous. The Korean War raged.

FEES: Answer to growing pains

Sometimes I go back to read things that upset me the first time around.

SPEECH: Let it be free

I’d just like to confirm that the Human Rights Education Institute of which Jeanette Laster is Executive Director is the same Human Rights Education Institute at which Rachel Anne Dolezal (aka Nkechi Amare Diallo) was an Education Director until 2010.

MACKAY: Positive thoughts make positive outcomes

One day, a professor announced a surprise test.

BIDEN: Treat him like Trump

It is with pleasure to congratulate Biden on his victory.

Mary Alice McKay, 78

Touching people through kindness

Francis Wesley 'Wes' Fuller

Francis Wesley “Wes” Fuller, passed away at age 86 on Dec. 2, 2020.

That stranger could really use your love

Look out for your neighbors — please.

Near some different holiday lights — Orchard Park

Neighborhood of the Week: Dec. 6

Judson L. Melton, 85

Jud Melton passed away at home in Post Falls, Idaho, on Nov. 17

Thaddeus Edgar Turner

Thad Turner passed away on Nov. 29, 2020, at his daughter Heather’s

CEO: Schweitzer may close if skiers don't mask up

Schweitzer CEO demands mask mandate be followed or threatens shutdown

PREP GIRLS BASKETBALL: Challenge accepted — Jessen scores career-high 37 as 3A Timberlake knocks off 5A Lake City

At Timberlake High, senior Brooke Jessen doesn't get many chances to play against Division I athletes during the basketball season. So when Jessen, who has signed with Western Athletic Conference Texas-Rio Grande Valley in Edinburg, had the chance to play against Lake City High senior Brooklyn Rewers, a Michigan State signee, she knew she had to play a little differently than any other matchup.

THE FRONT ROW WITH JASON ELLIOTT: The film, bad shots and noise

It’s understandable that only until a few weeks ago, Post Falls boys basketball coach Mike McLean had yet to watch game film of the state 5A championship game in March.

PREP ROUNDUP: Post Falls opens with two dual wins at tourney

Post Falls wrestling opens season at Buck's Bags duals tournament

PRESS CHRISTMAS FOR ALL

Sweet gifts within the presents

Press Christmas for all brings out the best in people.

Cd’A among cities with highest DUI rates

Coeur d’Alene has one of the highest DUI rates in the nation, according to a new study.

Guardsmen enter fray

Employees working long days at COVID testing site get a breather

Employees working long days at COVID testing site finally get a breather

Wanted man arrested for battery

Police arrested a man this week who failed to appear in court after allegedly battering his girlfriend.

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 statistics

Northwest Notes Dec. 5, 2020

The Washington State women's basketball team will not travel this weekend to face California for its season-opening game on Sunday, nor its following game Tuesday against Stanford, as both games have been postponed.

Fast Five: Cally King: Communication Queen

Meet Cally King, a lover of the outdoors, live music, sushi, her family

Winona Marie Vincent, 79

Winona Marie Vincent (nee Meredith) passed away peacefully in hospice on Friday, Nov. 27, 2020.

Jack Holmes Hand Jr., 83

Sept. 14, 1937 – Nov. 17, 2020

Jack Hand passed away Tuesday, November 17th after a brief illness.

Joseph Silas Benson, 85

Joseph Silas Benson was born on July 15, 1935, in Minot, N.D. He was

Sweet Wars

It’s upon us. Healthy eaters beware.

Poultry and flaky young vegetarians

My kids love meat - hamburgers, ham and chicken nuggets, mostly. However,

Politics aside, ‘Hillbilly Elegy’ drowns in melodrama

J.D. Vance’s memoir, “Hillbilly Elegy” became a hit in 2016, fueled

Carolers not so joyous about media being there

Suspicion. Skepticism. Hostility.

So, what exactly is the Health Care Heroes Fund?

Festival of Trees dollars support pandemic front line workers, patients

Festival of Trees dollars support pandemic front line workers, COVID patients

Faithful Observations: UGM Center Women & Children

“You have been a refuge for the poor, a refuge for the needy in their distress, a shelter from the storm and a shade from the heat. For the breath of the ruthless is like a storm driving against a wall.” — Isaiah 25:4

Cd'A: First responders could see share of extra COVID funds

The extra $100,000 left over from small business grants could help police and medical transport teams.

Corvette Christmas

Club drives for toy donations

Covette Christmas

PHD: Record 333 new cases

Coronavirus cases reach new high

Local, looking global

Exporting could be key to future growth of Idaho's economy

Think global

Idaho $1,000,000 raffle sold out

Winning Numbers to be announced on Dec. 28

Lottery fever!

St. Joe, Calder, Avery to experience a planned power outage

Power outage planned

Among the stars

Innovation Collective connects audiences with 19-year-old space enthusiast

Innovation Collective connects audiences with 19-year-old space enthusiast

Rely on science, not politics

Public health safety should not suffer from political ambitions.

RECORDS

Judgments and sentencings

Legals for December, 5 2020

Colorado student, scientist named Time's 'Kid of the Year'

LONE TREE, Colo. (AP) — A 15-year-old Colorado high school student

Health workers, nursing homes at front of Idaho vaccine line

BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Health care workers and nursing home residents

Bahrain now 2nd nation to grant Pfizer shot emergency use

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — The island kingdom of Bahrain

UN health chief: World can start dreaming of pandemic's end

UNITED NATIONS (AP) — The U.N. health chief declared Friday that

US imposes visa restrictions on more Chinese citizens

WASHINGTON (AP) — The State Department said Friday that it would

Op-Ed: Recount experience shows strength of system

Recounts and the process of election challenges are a hot topic of conversation lately.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Perhaps Zags can make Baylor pay for its pressure

If survival was Gonzaga’s mindset after being thumped around by the Mountaineers, then that 87-82 escape on Wednesday night at the Jimmy V Classic in Indianapolis could be deemed a success. However, it also established a game plan for teams who fancy taking down the Zags. Be physical, get all over the guards on defense, pound the offensive glass, and… Maybe leave someone on the floor in pain.

GRIDIRON GUESSES: In the spirit of COVID-19, it's time for a 'pause'

Rather than continuing to pick a bunch of games that might not be played, we've decided to "pause" Gridiron Guesses for the season. It was either that, or keep going and award a point for correctly predicting that a game would be canceled.

PREP BOYS BASKETBALL: Genesis Prep a winner in Hironaka's debut

Eli Gonzales scored 23 points and Nathan Weeks added 21 as Genesis Prep made a winner of head coach Jeff Hironaka in his Jaguars debut, a 66-40 victory over the Clark Fork Wampus Cats in nonleague play at The Courts at Real Life.

PREP GIRLS BASKETBALL: Timberlake steals away from Sandpoint

Taryn Soumas, the 2019-20 state 3A Girls Player of the Year, converted on a couple of steals late in the first quarter, then the Tigers did rest on Thursday at Les Rogers Court in Sandpoint. With the game tied 8-8 after the first quarter, Timberlake opened the second quarter on a 16-2 run on the way to a 42-28 win over Sandpoint.

Idaho senators: Stimulus still taking shape

Senator Jim Risch says Majority Leader Mitch McConnell's $500 billion package is more likely to gain ground than a Democrat-driven $908 billion package gaining Congressional steam.

PHD: single-day record of 255 new cases

Kootenai Health transitions another unit to COVID-19 focus, prepares for post-holiday surge in cases

PHD: 238 new cases

Woman pleads not guilty in fatal crash case

COEUR d’ALENE — A woman accused of causing a fatal crash while driving the wrong way on Interstate 90 pleaded not guilty in court Thursday.

Family healing from addiction

“Emma” once believed that people who use drugs can simply stop whenever they choose. She saw addiction as a choice. That was before she discovered that her husband — the father of her three children — was smoking heroin.

Weekend TV/Radio highlights

Sports television and radio listings for coming weekend

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 statistics

MASKS: Tired of the topic

The debate to wear a mask or not.

Movie Times

Hayden Cinema

MASKS: Give mandate teeth

It seems the Post Falls City Council regards the health of city employees more than the people who live in the city and who pay their wages.

TRUMP: Recognize the winner

The light is being shown more on the Democratic Party’s clawing for power at any means necessary.

MASKS: Act like Christians

“All things therefore whatsoever you would that man would do to you, do you also to them.” (Matthew 7:12)

A long-awaited discussion

Airport administration, hangar owners discuss future of runways

Hangar owners and airport administration host meeting on issues

DEMOCRATS: No monopoly on morality

So, Evan Koch proclaims that the Kootenai County Democrats have a very big tent and they welcome and respect people who hold values that are different from their own so long as they are morally sound.

ABUSE: Prosecute it fully

I read in the paper this morning (Dec. 1) that another perpetrator of felony domestic violence was pled down to lesser crimes that absolve his record of any hint of domestic violence.

MASKS: Few in this store

Panhandle Health District recently imposed a mask mandate for North Idaho.

Go. Do. Experience. Win!

Coeur d'Alene Arts and Culture Alliance hosting raffles now through Feb. 12

Coeur d'Alene Arts and Culture Alliance hosting raffles now through Feb. 12

SCOTUS: A deadly decision

In the worst traditions of military intelligence since SNAFU (Situation Normal All F*ed Up), the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) has chosen to reaffirm the most cynical excuse for institutional murder since the popular Vietnam War cry, “Kill them all and let God sort them out.”

One Dalton dilemma easier than the other

Curbing traffic more manageable than shooting deer.

Students invited to envision their future through art contest

Picture My Future art contest encourages students to connect art with dreams of tomorrow

DALTON: Leave deer in peace

I just have to answer the “dilemma” of the Dalton Deer situation.

Sheriff's Blotter

Notable calls for the day!

ZINN: Needs full exposure

Thanks to the letter writer who responded to my suggestion that readers look up Zinn Education Project, a curriculum used in some Coeur d’Alene schools.

DRAFT: There’s a difference

Trump and Biden both had deferments, but when drafted Biden was not eligible due to having asthma as a child, and more than likely had some lung damage. Trump had sore feet.

TRUMP: Deserves praise, not ridicule

Story ends, Mr. Dayton. I see you have been dumpster diving in your hate filled brain again.

FANtastic Faces at the Coeur d'Alene Symphony

Cardboard cutouts of would-be concert-goers lift spirits of musicians and supporters alike

Coeur d'Alene Symphony Orchestra to have cardboard cutouts in audience as part of FANtastic Faces project

Kevin “Bubba” Sorenson

Kevin “Bubba” Sorenson passed away No. 29, 2020, in Hayden, Idaho.

TAXES: Look to Alaska

Last week, I saw that commissioner Chris Fillios, with a lot of sympathy for those of us seniors trying to live on fixed incomes, said he “gets it” but everybody in every state pays property tax.

Man arrested for DUI — again

RATHDRUM — A man could face up to 10 years in prison after he was arrested for what police said was his eighth lifetime DUI violation.

Northwest Notes Dec. 4, 2020

Lake City High hopes to have its Pixellot camera up and running in its gym soon. But for the time being, its home events, starting with tonight's girls basketball game vs. Timberlake at 7 p.m., will be streamed on the Lake City High School Athletics Facebook page.

Idaho lieutenant governor, critic of handouts, got more than $300K in federal PPP loans

Idaho Lt. Gov. Janice McGeachin accepted $314,727 under the Paycheck Protection Program, a federal coronavirus relief program, records show.

Man accused of molesting daughter

HAYDEN — A man is in jail on $50,000 bail after police said he molested his daughter.

Be cool, steer clear of trouble

Survey shows drivers are aggressive during the holidays

Angry drivers not in holiday mood

Smile - for Joe

700 masks to be given away Dec. 12 in honor of local COVID victim

700 masks to be given away Dec. 12 at Post Falls High School in honor of local COVID victim

'Little warrior' fights for her life

Fundraiser underway for 12-year-old CDA girl diagnosed with cancer

Girl, 12, battles cancer

Man was on a mountain oyster mission

Three disconnected life events helped form Tom Richard’s son, Tom:

Moon and Thompson passes closed for season

Passes close

RECORDS

Judgments and sentencings

Legals for December, 4 2020

Police: 4 die after explosion at UK wastewater plant

LONDON (AP) — Four people died following an explosion in a silo

Georgia GOP seeks mail-in ballot changes after Biden's win

ATLANTA (AP) — After weathering criticism for certifying President

Wind fans wildfire in California canyons, residents flee

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Powerful gusts pushed flames from a wildfire

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Summer of COVID forced area girls basketball teams to pivot

COVID-19 might have wiped out season of summer league games and tournaments for area high school basketball players. But some of the area's girls basketball coaches didn't seem to mind, with what they were left to do following the coronavirus restrictions.

PREP BASKETBALL: Lakeland outpowers Kellogg

Jalen Skalskiy scored 31 points off the bench for the Hawks in a 63-28 win over the Kellogg Wildcats at Andrews Gymnasium.

Northwest Notes Dec. 3, 2020

The Gonzaga women’s basketball team is scheduled to play on television at least eight times this season as the Bulldogs’ television dates were announced Wednesday afternoon. Local television network SWX will broadcast eight home games. All of Gonzaga’s home games will also be streamed live on The WCC Network.

Incorrect address stirs correctional controversy

Social media goes ballistic over office that won't be re-entry center

The Idaho Department of Correction confirmed the wrong address for its new parolee intervention station, but that's just the beginning of the story.

CFA: Foster parents take in 5 kids

After a decade of marriage, “Amanda” and her husband didn’t intend to have kids just yet.

Love lights the way

Kootenai Humane Society's Lights of Love honors pets, past and present

Kootenai Humane Society's Lights of Love honors pets, past and present

Dalton Gardens council declines idea to turn 4th into one-way

In a contentious Tuesday night meeting, the council chipped away at a push by Carrie Chase to reduce traffic concerns.

Bowling scores: Dec. 3, 2020

Results from area leagues

COVID Watch

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RECORDS

Judgments and sentencings

Man accused of choking girlfriend

COEUR d’ALENE — A man is in jail after police said he choked his girlfriend.

Restored Beetle reported stolen

Missing Bug

MLP split on infinitive question

The grammar gal tackles a ticklish subject.

Defunding PHD is off the table

Kootenai County commissioners express opinion on Bonner County discussion

Set up your 'My Social Security' account

Set up your Social Security account, even if you're young.

The community's bright light

Post Falls Police Department receives donation of Christmas cheer

Santa Claus is coming to town

Post Falls event is Friday, Hayden, Rathdrum on Saturday

Post Falls and Hayden gear up for a weekend of holiday activities

Mary May (Williams) McClain, 87

Mary May (Williams) McClain, 87, of Post Falls, Idaho

IDOC turns away murder suspect

The Idaho Department of Correction is denying a murder suspect's admission into its security medical program

State raises park entry fees

State hikes park fees

A virtual 'Hangover'

Jan. 1 fun run that benefits Tesh canceled, but will still go on

Handicap going virtual

'I'm encouraged'

Hayden mayor has high hopes for vaccines, that life could soon return to normal

Vaccines almost ready

Movers and Shakers

Mountain West Bank has promoted Alison Gonsalves to the chief credit officer role at the bank.

Record rainbow trout legacy endures

Record-breaking rainbow trout was caught by Wes Hamlet in Lake Pend Oreille in 1947

Post Falls looks at riverfront property

City Council talks property, dollar signs during Tuesday meeting

City council talks property and dollar signs during Tuesday meeting

Legals for December, 3 2020

US Air Force appeals ruling against urban training in Idaho

BOISE, Idaho (AP) — The U.S. Air Force is appealing a

Fed reports slowing US economic activity due to virus surge

WASHINGTON (AP) — A Federal Reserve survey of business

Bonner County tables PHD defunding proposal

SANDPOINT — Bonner County commissioners tabled a controversial proposal Tuesday to defund

Man dies in crash

Fatal crash in Hayden

Britain OKs Pfizer vaccine and will begin shots within days

LONDON (AP) — Britain became the first country in the

US tightens definition of service animals allowed on planes

The days of pets flying with their owners in airplane cabins for free are coming to an end.

PREP GIRLS BASKETBALL: Coeur d'Alene speeds past Post Falls

Burke scores game-high 25 points to power Vikings past Trojans in Inland Empire League game

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Seahawks taking care of business — with more weak foes to come

The Seahawks simply took care of business Monday night, and often made harder work of it than necessary.

PREP BASKETBALL: Reigning state champion Lakeside boys open with victory

Kenyon Spotted Horse scored 17 points for the Lakeside Knights in a 53-28 win over the Post Falls JV team at The Arena in the season opener for both schools.

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Luke Fortin, Timberlake High School

Timberlake High School football player Luke Fortin is this week's Knudtsen Chevrolet Press Athlete of the Week.

All-league football, volleyball teams

Top players announced for 2020 prep football, volleyball season

All-wood tennis tourney champions

An "Old School is Good School Wood Class" wood tennis tournament was held recently at Peak Health and Wellness in Hayden.

Dalton Gardens not yet at full draw for hunting deer

The first public workshop to address mitigating the deer population in city limits brings plenty of questions to hammer out.

Northwest Notes Dec. 2, 2020

Hines, Smith honored on Idaho all-state soccer teams

United they stand

Kroc Center, mayors, Architects West help those in need

How the Kroc Center, four North Idaho mayors, and Architects West are helping those in need

The heat is on

J.A. Bertsch Heating & Cooling donates furnace to family of military man

The heat is on

Coeur d'Alene High kicker Jolly invited to national showcase

Coeur d'Alene High School kicker/punter Eli Jolly has been invited to the 2020 Kicking World National Showcase taking place on Dec. 5-6 in Austin, Texas.

COVID Watch

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Youth Sports Dec. 2, 2020

Soccer, bowling and more

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Our holiday favorites 2020

One of the most frequently asked questions we get is “What do you like drinking right now?”

NURSES: Have earned our trust

Who can we turn to during this time of uncertainty?

Celebrate Dancegiving!

PFHS teams collect supplies for the homeless

Dancing for the homeless

RECORDS

Judgments and sentencings

TAXES: Find the fair way

So in a recent paper we learned that our legislators are working hard trying to come up with more money especially for our county workers.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Managing holiday stress and hypertension

Let’s face it – for most people, this has been a tough year. Now

Betty Rae (Ganett) Hildesheim, 82

In loving memory of Betty Rae (Ganett) Hildesheim, aged 82 years. Betty

'She rides with her heart'

Rathdrum BMX biker continues dream after season-ending crash

Rathdrum BMX biker chick continues dream after season-ending crash

Lt. governor still has no good ideas

Funding request by McGeachin shows she's out of her depth.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Healing with Auriculotherapy

Auriculotherapy is an acupuncture technique using points on the skin of the ear to diagnose and treat many types of pain and conditions of the body.

MASKS: Girls, listen up

Costco, as well as several other stores in the area, has a mask mandate.

Jack Alden Legard, 90

Born John A. Legard, on April 21, 1930 in Dorris, Calif., Jack was the

Albert C. Pistorius, 92

Albert C. Pistorius, 92, passed away peacefully at his Hayden Lake home

QUOTE: And barf bag, please

“I heard a man speak of being undercover in ANTIFA, where he stumbled upon a conference call where he heard Dominion executive in charge of strategy, Eric Coomer, of Denver, stating not to worry about Donald Trump winning the election, that he had taken care of that.”

KICKER: A publicity stunt

When your team is 0-8 and you are totally irrelevant in the college football world, how do you generate some publicity for your university?

Police: Man tried to eat contraband

COEUR d’ALENE — An Oregon man who allegedly tried to conceal drugs in his jail cell and then eat the contraband is facing multiple felony charges.

James D. Guindon, 82

In Loving Memory

DINNER: An unexpected treat

To the young family who paid for our dinner at Olive Garden Friday night. We are truly thankful and grateful.

RADIATION: Microwave alert

I have been researching the biological effects of microwave radiation and spoke against the rollout of 5G in the Dalton Gardens Planning & Zoning Meeting.

Milestone birthday prompts walk down memory lane

Main Street column for Dec. 2

Statewide podcast contest for high school students

Podcast contest

GROWTH: On board with Ed

Mr. Ed DePriest’s “My Turn” in Saturday’s Press (https://cdapress.com/news/2020/nov/28/c1-my-turn-those-who-profit-should-pay-growth/) was spot on!

Scott Davidson, 59

Sadly, Scott Davidson ended his life here on earth on Nov. 15, 2020

BIDEN: Play this game

It would seem that Mr. Biden will be the next president, for a while.

Vieselmeyer recalls Constitution bill

Says it was effective; hopes more people read document

Constitutional Commemorative Day

Donald Wesley Ward, 89

Donald Wesley Ward was born Feb. 9, 1931, to Herbert and Gladys Ward

LIBRARY: All travel is possible

My accolades to the Public Library for providing such a wonderful collection from which to choose reading material.

Marian Schenkenberger

Marian Schenkenberger left this world to join her Lord and Savior on the morning

Sheriff's Blotter

Notable calls for the day!

Single mom rebuilds after abuse

After escaping an abusive relationship, “Leila” is building a better life — not just for herself, but for her 14-month-old daughter.

Dalton Gardens ends COVID state of emergency

The move comes as Panhandle Health reports record hospitalizations.

Legals for December, 2 2020

A Legacy of Warriors

Traditions are incredibly important to many of us. Consider the ways we spend the Fourth of July down

'Very dark couple of weeks': Morgues and hospitals overflow

Nearly 37,000 Americans died of COVID-19 in November, the most in any

Barr appoints special counsel in Russia probe investigation

WASHINGTON (AP) — Attorney General William Barr has given extra protection

PHD: 234 new cases

Coronavirus continues to hit elderly

PHD reports 234 new cases

The circle of love

CHS students contribute pull tabs to support Ronald McDonald House Charities

CHS students contribute pull tabs to support Ronald McDonald House Charities

Business is booming in Rathdrum

Three new entrepreneurs establish in the growing city

CFA: Single mom starts new life

For “Sabrina,” the road to recovery has been a long one.

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 statistics

Strong start for talented GU offense

Zags Tracker column for Dec. 1

Ontology 501: Are we just a simulation?

Maybe life is only thought.

Businesses must file today for slice of COVID pie

$100,000 still available

Cd'A grant program one of ways city is distributing pandemic relief funds.

Sheriff's Blotter

Notable calls for the day!

Nicole Jean Linn

Jan. 24, 1994 - 22 Nov. 22, 2020

After five months in the hospital with complications of diabetes, Nicole

Lottery now open for Hayden Canyon Charter

New expeditionary school accepting applications for 2020-2021 school year

New expeditionary school accepting applications for 2020-2021 school year

Beverly Marion (Redd) Payne

Jan. 7, 1934 to Nov. 17, 2020

Beverly Marion Payne went to be with her Savior, Jesus, on Nov. 17, 2020.

SOS food drive

Lake City, CHS students unite for successful food drive

Lake City, CHS students unite for successful food drive

Mayors square off for donations

Will be outside Kroc Center today

Mayors compete for donations

IDL seeks nominations for advisory committee

IDL wants committee members

Charges dropped in chain choking case

COEUR D’ALENE — Felony charges were dropped against a man who was accused of choking his girlfriend with a wallet chain.

Dalton workshop tonight on deer hunting

Council to consider ways to reduce traffic

Deer hunting on agenda

Northwest Notes Dec. 1, 2020

Tonight's Inland Empire League girls basketball game pitting Post Falls at Coeur d'Alene will be streamed on the Coeur d'Alene girls basketball YouTube channel. Tipoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. Here's the link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuTdW1yx8SPJONXDjv6q6NQ

Hangover Handicap may be canceled

Decision expected Friday

Hangover in jeopardy

RECORDS

Judgments and sentencings

Critters of North Idaho: The glorious goat that's not a goat

Mountain goats truly stand out from the rest. But it is just as accurate

Legals for December, 1 2020