Monday, November 30

It's Major: Pets poised for a return to the White House
WASHINGTON (AP) — Major Biden is getting an early start in the spotlight
Idaho reaches grim milestone: More than 100,000 virus cases
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Idaho has reached an alarming milestone, with health
Congress must pass another pandemic relief package in December
With the pandemic raging out of control, it is essential that Congress

Americans face new COVID-19 restrictions after Thanksgiving
Americans returning home from Thanksgiving break faced strict new
Idaho AG reaches gas price settlement with 3 fuel retailers
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Three Idaho gas retailers have reached a settlement

The Latest: Arizona certifies Biden's victory over Trump
Arizona officials have certified Joe Biden’s narrow victory over President Donald Trump in the state.

Moderna asking US, European regulators to OK its virus shots
Moderna Inc. said it would ask U.S. and European regulators Monday

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Can the Seahawks win the Super Bowl? Yes, but ...
I really want to provide straight and honest answers, I do, but just picking one out of the sky would be a simple guess — and you can get that from the guy serving up Big Gulps at your local convenience store.

Hearts for Health Care Heroes
32nd annual Festival of Trees brings in $418,061 plus $500,000 matching gift
32nd annual Festival of Trees brings in $418,061 plus $500,000 matching gift for Health Care Heroes Fund

'The Coeur d'Alene'
Ned Albert Satterlee came up with resort name in a contest decades ago
Naming The Resort

Vet asks for help after abuse
A week before Halloween, “Phoebe” made a phone call she’d never wanted to make. It was a call to the veterans crisis line — a suicide hotline.

Jupiter, Saturn coming together (sort of)
All you need to know about North Idaho weather.

Zags hang with No. 1 South Carolina women in 79-72 loss
No. 21 Gonzaga kept pace with the top-ranked team in women’s basketball for much of the afternoon Sunday. But a late 8-0 run by South Carolina, coupled with eight missed free throws in 13 attempts by Gonzaga, led to a 79-72 loss to the Gamecocks at the Bad Boy Mowers Crossover Classic.

COVID Watch
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School and Senior Meals
School and Senior Meals: Nov. 29 - Dec. 5
WSU-USC football game moved from Friday to Sunday
Friday’s scheduled football game pitting Washington State at USC in Los Angeles has been moved to Sunday at 6 p.m., the Pac-12 Conference announced. The game is scheduled for a 6 p.m. kickoff and will be televised by Fox Sports 1.
Legals for November, 30 2020
Sunday, November 29
Local brick-and-mortar stores feeling solid
Despite bleak forecast for in-store business, North Idaho retailers faring well
Despite bleak forecast for in-store business, North Idaho seems to be faring well

Mask mandate losing its teeth
Local sheriffs de-prioritizing November 20 mandate.

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: R.I.P., coach Hanifan, and thanks for the memories
Just about every June over the last decade or so, I was privileged with the chance to talk football with Jim Hanifan over breakfast. Well, actually, he talked football. I just asked the questions, then let him do the rest.

MOMENTS, MEMORIES and MADNESS with STEVE CAMERON: You can't make these kinds of connections through a laptop screen
Zoom doesn’t cut it. This is a small complaint, given the tragedies of this pandemic we’re all enduring, but as a sports columnist… I can do an awful lot better job of informing and entertaining you if I have access to actual people.
PREP BOYS BASKETBALL: Lakeland rolls past Timberlake in season opener
4A Lakeland bolted to a 29-2 lead after one quarter, and rolled to an 81-23 victory over the 3A Tigers in the high school boys basketball season opener Saturday afternoon at Timberlake High.
A tree-mendous holiday season
American Christmas traditions abound at Cable Creek Farm
American Christmas traditions abound at Cable Creek Farm

Black Sheep opens two seasonal stores
Business Bits for Nov. 29
Single mom struggles with homelessness
“Angela” knows as well as anyone how precious life is — and how it can change forever in a moment.
Mackay: Believe to achieve
A scrawny old man wanted to get a job at a nearby lumberjack camp, so he approached the boss, who politely tried to talk him out of the idea.

Near the downtown holiday lights
Neighborhood of the Week: Nov. 29
GOP hasn't filed new lawsuit against schools
The attorney for local Republicans said he will almost certainly file a discrimination lawsuit before the end of 2020.
Man charged with felonies after casino arrest
WORLEY — A man is facing two felonies after police said he planned to taste and then use the contents of a syringe he found in a bathroom.
FAITHFUL: I think not
FAITHFUL: I think not
DEMOCRATS: Food drive success
DEMOCRATS: Food drive success
COVID: Don’t trust reports
COVID: Don’t trust reports
WARMING: Our population problem
WARMING: Our population problem
MASKS: An apt analogy
MASKS: An apt analogy
TRUMP: Story ends here
TRUMP: Story ends here
FLAGS: Distress defined
FLAGS: Distress defined
Vintage Voices: Volunteer content creators needed at Museum of North Idaho
It is safe to say that in one way or another, most of our plans have
The CFA do-good squad gets bigger
Maggie adds muscle to fundraising effort.
Saturday, November 28

THE FRONT ROW WITH JASON ELLIOTT: A lot of hope with this slate for wrestlers, NIC
It's no secret this year is going to be a lot different than any other in recent memory.
Northwest Notes Nov. 28, 2020
Gonzaga women's season-opening contest against Oklahoma in the Bad Boy Mowers Crossover Classic, scheduled for today, has been canceled. Oklahoma’s program could not meet the player availability threshold for the event due to COVID-19 tracing. The Bulldogs will now face top-ranked South Carolina at noon PST on Sunday, and South Dakota at noon PST on Monday.

Neo-Nazis linked to sign over I-90
The Post Falls Police Department removed the sign hanging from an overpass Wednesday morning.

Friday frenzy
Shoppers shake off virus fears and head to store to start holiday season
Friday Frenzy

Love of Christmas and country
About 500 gather to sing carols, share faith at Friday night gathering
Love of Christmas and country

Foster mom battles COVID-19, car problems
When “Rachel” decided to become a foster parent, she planned to take in one child. Life had other plans.

COVID-19 Watch
COVID-19 statistics

Faith led professor back to chemistry and recovery
Darren Thompson is a sought-after mentor and chemist who inspires

Photo of the Week
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The 2020 pop culture gift guide
The purveyors of pop culture always find new ways to get our money.

Fast Five: Travis Bertram
Travis Bertram captures the stories of our lives
Travis Bertram captures our stories in pictures

Quality family time on Zoom
‘Twas a couple days after Thanksgiving And all throughout the world

‘Small Axe’ anthology opens strong with courtroom drama ‘Mangrove’
A new project from an acclaimed filmmaker is reason enough to be excited. Steve
Sheriff's Blotter
Notable calls for the day!
Patrick Kevin Halbert, 57
Patrick Kevin Halbert, 57, passed away on Sunday, Nov. 22, 2020, in Careywood, Idaho. A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. on Mo

David Timothy Roser
David “Dave” Timothy Roser, born on March 7, 1940 in Baltimore, Md

Linda (Lindy) M. Payton
Lindy Payton, born Feb. 6, 1955 in Wallace, Idaho, passed away Nov.
Case continues for man accused of shooting wife
COEUR d’ALENE — A 74-year-old man accused of shooting his wife last month was bound over to district court.

Margaret Joan Gove Mahoney
On Nov. 4, 2020, we lost our mom, Margaret Joan Gove Mahoney.
Those who profit should pay for growth
Here's one solution to Kootenai County's growth problem.
Man arrested after high-speed chase
COEUR d’ALENE — A man who allegedly led police on a high-speed chase in a stolen car is facing multiple felony charges.

Full cupboards, full bellies
St. Vincent gets help for the homeless
Local donations stock St. Vincent De Paul's pantry
RECORDS
Judgments and sentencings

Plenty of books available from local Christian authors
“Be very careful, then, how you live—not as unwise but as wise, making

Kootenai County to buy property in Hayden
Sets government up where growth is greatest
Commissioners and Kootenai Electric Cooperative strike deal for Dakota Avenue location

COLD KIDS? NOT HERE
Knights of Columbus wrap up children in warm winter clothes
Knights of Columbus giveaway over 1,500 articles of winter clothes
Legals for November, 28 2020
Friday, November 27

Curtain rises on 35th Christmas for All
Press Christmas for All starts today.

Coming together, one frozen turkey at a time
Local groups serve up hot meals this Thanksgiving

Black Friday Preview
This one looks nothing like BFs of the past
COVID-19 has stores getting proactive about customer safety like never before

They're called heroes for a reason
Kootenai Testing Center staff brave the worst, to provide the best

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Just one game in, Suggs proves he's worth all the fuss
Jalen Suggs was the mystery on this Gonzaga team, a group that has gotten so much preseason love. Was he worth all the fuss? Zag fans were dying for an answer.

COVID-19 Watch
COVID-19 statistics

Songs of solidarity: 'All is Calm' to air on PBS
Local entertainment pros bring WWI Christmas show to national audience
Local entertainment pros bring WWI Christmas show to national audience
Hayden OKs subdivision code change
The move is designed to streamline processes for both applications and city review.

Patricia Donahue
1939 — 2020
Patricia Donahue passed away peacefully on Sept. 27, 2020, in Post Falls

Eileen R. Nyquist
Our beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother was welcomed into the
Art Outside the Bubble
NIC Aspiring Artists show on display through Dec. 10
NIC Aspiring Artists show on display in student union building through Dec. 10
COVID: Put culprits on trial
COVID: Put culprits on trial

Use the 'stache force, Luke
I suspect Republican Luke Malek will be as serious about his run for

SPD embarks on mask outreach effort
The city of Sandpoint is undertaking a 30-day education and outreach effort to foster mask usage during pandemic
TRUMP: A dodger he’s not
TRUMP: A dodger he’s not
MASKS: Ask better question
MASKS: Ask better question
BUSINESSES: No masks, no deal
BUSINESSES: No masks, no deal
BIDEN: Recognize the winner
BIDEN: Recognize the winner
MASKS: Best for business
MASKS: Best for business
LAWSUIT: What we don’t need
LAWSUIT: What we don’t need
NIC: Give new trustees a chance
NIC: Give new trustees a chance
BIG R: Here’s what we fear
BIG R: Here’s what we fear
RADIATION: Be aware of danger
RADIATION: Be aware of danger
MANDATE: Consider non-wearers
MANDATE: Consider non-wearers
SERVICE FEES: Something’s wrong
SERVICE FEES: Something’s wrong
Weekend TV/Radio highlights
Television and radio highlights for coming weekend
MASKS: Skip is right
MASKS: Skip is right
ADAMS: A CDA treasure
ADAMS: A CDA treasure
Light at the end of the tunnel
You'll appreciate lighting ceremony even more next year.

Op-Ed: Fulcher stands by Trump in ‘fraud-gate’
Idaho Congressman Russ Fulcher, who has not yet recognized Joe Biden as the president-elect, will take care of that order of business in time.
ELECTION: Ominous overtones
ELECTION: Ominous overtones
COVID: Do the research
COVID: Do the research
SAFETY: But at what cost?
SAFETY: But at what cost?
LETTER: Raises more questions
LETTER: Raises more questions
FLAGS: Citing other protests
FLAGS: Citing other protests
FRIENDS: Nation needs them now
FRIENDS: Nation needs them now
MASKS: Mandate and enforce
MASKS: Mandate and enforce
FLAG: A sign of distress
FLAG: A sign of distress
Legals for November, 27 2020
Thursday, November 26

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Getting the train back on the track at Kootenai
Even after taking the field just three times this fall, the eight-man football season this fall at Kootenai High had to be termed a success.

The view from KU — defensive whiz Garrett one key if Jayhawks hope to knock off Zags
The Jayhawks finished the 2019-20 season as the unanimous No. 1 team in the country, just ahead of the Zags, before the coronavirus pandemic forced the NCAA Tournament to be canceled. However, that Kansas team lost two All-Americans, guard Devon Dotson and center Udoka Azubuike, to the NBA. KU still returns plenty of talent, led by reigning Naismith defensive player of the year Marcus Garrett.

UPDATED: Wilkey, Ryan, Neff named first-team all-state in volleyball
Coeur d'Alene High senior Sarah Wilkey was named first team in 5A, and seniors Katy Ryan and Abbey Neff of Lakeland were named first team in 4A.

STUFFED with GRATITUDE
Blessings abound despite all else
“Several years ago, a doctor in line at Big Blue Coffee (in the lobby
A-wassailing won't be lacking
Locals plan unofficial caroling event Friday night
Locals plan unofficial caroling event for Friday night

Go North, young man
Post Falls distillery offering its first single malt whiskey
North Idaho Single Malt Whiskey
Mine over matter
Inside Lucky Friday Mine and Safety Fest of the Great Northwest
Mine over matter

COVID-19 Watch
COVID-19 statistics
Bowling scores: Nov. 26, 2020
Results from local leagues

More steelhead released in Boise River
Steelhead sea
F&G Commission extends reduced steelhead bag limits into spring 2021 season
Spring steelhead season begins on Jan. 1
Two facing felonies after hotel arrest
POST FALLS — Two people are in jail after police said they were found with drugs in a hotel room.
Sheriff's Blotter
Notable calls for the day!
Jim Jones: Giving thanks for these amazing veterans
Remarkable veterans one of our many blessings.
Don't go all Griswold with those lights
A little Christmas light planning goes a long way.
Warm up to idea of freezing your credit
The latest tips to avoid scams.

Bonner County officials bridle against mask mandate
Bonner County commissioners are considering withdrawing funding from the Panhandle Health District as a result of its mask mandate
RECORDS
Judgments and sentencings

Bounty of waterfowl
Idaho's WMAs provide hunting opportunities
Waterfowl hunting
Legals for November, 26 2020
Wednesday, November 25

Global push to end domestic violence, worse amid COVID-19
BRUSSELS (AP) — In a global push to end violence against women, activists held
Idaho Lt. Governor promotes 'walk-thru disinfectant cubes'
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Idaho Lt. Gov. Janice McGeachin has proposed using millions

Defying warnings, millions in the US travel for Thanksgiving
Millions of Americans took to the skies and the highways for Thanksgiving at

Argentine soccer great Diego Maradona dies at 60
BUENOS AIRES, Argentina (AP) — Diego Maradona, the Argentine soccer great who

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Zags' roster lookahead; Cougs open sans coach
And I’m truly hoping — no, begging — that the country and the world will be in much better shape on my birthday next year.

GONZAGA NOTES: Zags' Nembhard can play right away
Gonzaga junior transfer Andrew Nembhard’s waiver to become eligible immediately has been approved by the NCAA, Bulldogs coach Mark Few announced Tuesday.
PREP GIRLS BASKETBALL: Timberlake eases away from Lakeland
Taryn Soumas made two of her four 3-pointers in the third quarter as the host Timberlake Tigers pulled away to beat their in-district rival Lakeland Hawks 48-35 in nonleague play on Tuesday night.

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Skylar Burke, Coeur d'Alene High girls basketball
Coeur d'Alene High junior forward Skylar Burke is this week's Knudtsen Chevrolet Press Athlete of the Week.

Where to grab grub on Thanksgiving
Sites in Post Falls, Coeur d'Alene to offer free holiday meals
Sites in Post Falls, Coeur d'Alene to offer free holiday meals

Little Administration: 'There will be challenges' distributing vaccine
In an AARP-sponsored call, Gov. Brad Little and members of his COVID team remained optimistic about a staged rollout starting in December.

Intervention station to open soon
Facility will help former prisoners avoid bad choices
One of four new stations to help parolees and probationers access resources in times of crisis will open on Coeur d'Alene Avenue.
Holiday Marketplace at The Coeur d'Alene Resort this weekend
Twenty vendors will offer festive goods at limited capacity market
Vendors will offer festive goods at limited capacity market in The Resort this weekend
Signing photos Nov. 25, 2020
Coeur d'Alene High seniors Liam Paddack and Alex Karns to continue their baseball careers in college.

COVID-19 Watch
COVID-19 statistics
Northwest Notes Nov. 25, 2020
After consultation with its television partners, the Pac-12 Conference released the remaining game dates for the league's inaugural 20-game men's basketball regular season for 2020-21 on Tuesday afternoon.
Sheriff's Blotter
Notable calls for the day!
EDITORIAL: Music to my ears
Thank you for the most magnificent editorial in the Nov. 15 Press on turning down the volume of conflict and turning up the sound of Christmas music.
COVID: So many questions
Connecting the dots. Why are the COVID infection rates going up at the same time as more people are being forced to wear masks?

Youth Sports Nov. 25, 2020
Bowling, soccer and more
ELECTION: Just the facts, please
I read in your paper the AP story that declared Trump was declaring victory “in a race he actually lost.”
SCIENCE: Heed it, save lives
Medical scientists at Washington University, Johns Hopkins University and the Centers for Diseases Control issued a statement saying that if all citizens would wear masks and practice distancing when entering public facilities or retail markets and continue to do so for the next 90 days that 100,000 lives could be saved.
TRUMP: Not a dodger
As a U.S. Air Force veteran of 36 years who served in Vietnam, I do not agree with the statement that Donald Trump is a draft dodger.
COMMUNISM: A resister writes
To the Communist Party and supporters. You removed us from the public square/life in 2008.
THANKS: To safe-minded businesses
I would like to express my thanks to the local businesses that have done so much to protect their customers and employees.
ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Things you need to know about prostate health
Many men suffer from prostate problems and don’t even know it.
MANDATE: Where I’ll shop, eat
I have to agree and disagree with Mark Zepeda’s letter on Sunday, Nov. 15.
SOCIALISTS: Heed these words
Socialists are spinning two main talking points.
SATIRE: To be a patriot
Over the past several years it appears that to be a good Conservative Republican Patriot you must be a good Christian and believe only what is in the Bible.
ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Wine terms explained
Wine like any other specialized industry has its own set of jargon.
FLAGS: Let freedom fly
Concerning “Flags: Protest Disrespectful” dated Nov 13.
MASKS: Governor is right
Gov. Little recently held a press conference on COVID and asked residents to consider current trends and how these may impact any one of us or our loved ones.
COVID: Let's take a quick test
Rules are for those who do not know how to make their own. In lieu of a

GivingTuesday is Dec. 1
Global generosity movement encourages people to do good
Counting our blessings looks different this year
Main Street column for Nov. 25

Frederic Eugene Mitchell Sr., 97
Frederic Eugene Mitchell Sr., 97, passed away peacefully Nov. 20, 2020, at the Garden at Orchard Ridge in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.

Ruby Louise Menke, 78
Ruby Louise (Corbin) Menke, 78, passed away peacefully at the Schneidmiller Hospice House on Nov. 23, 2020.
Expanding campus
County working on downtown legal center
County commissioners begin looking at new attorney building

Robert 'Bob/Bubba' Cunningham Myles III, 65
Robert "Bob/Bubba" Cunningham Myles III, passed away quietly at home in Rathdrum, Idaho, on Monday, Nov. 16, 2020, with his longtime partner Lynne Stilkey, his cat, Sniper and dog Sam at his side.

This donation goes deep
KCSO dive team receives urgently needed equipment
The donations from Mountain West and the Denning's come five months after a horrific mid-air collision over Lake Coeur d'Alene.

Roger Eugene Cole, 89
Roger Eugene Cole, 89, of Post Falls, Idaho, peacefully passed on to begin his forever life with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Nov. 16, 2020.

Elmo 'Woody' Rollinson Woodland, 87
Elmo “Woody” Rollinson Woodland, of Post Falls, Idaho, passed away Nov. 16, 2020, at the age of 87.

Martin H. Fabricius, 89
Martin Hansen Fabricius passed away Nov. 13, 2020, of heart failure at home with his three children by his side.

Commissioner makes plea: 'Do everything we can'
Commissioner Bill Brooks encourages COVID-19 practices amid case boom

Richard 'Dick' Michael Inman, 72
Dick was born July 16, 1948, in Thompson Falls, Mont., to Blacky and Carroll Inman.
Norma L. Fleming, 84
Norma Lea Fleming, 84, of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, passed away Nov. 3, 2020, with her family by her side.
And still, so much to be thankful for
Turkey time ain't what it used to be.
Legals for November, 25 2020
Tuesday, November 24
U.S. Marshals Task Force arrest fugitive, recover Coeur d'Alene children missing since 2012
U.S. Marshals Task Force arrest fugitive, recover Coeur d'Alene children missing since 2012
Arrest leads to rescue of children missing since 2012 from Coeur d'Alene
Fetch those dollars for KHS
Humane society less than $1 million from starting construction
Humane Society less than $1 million from starting construction

Four more dead as COVID continues its climb
Panhandle Health reports the death toll has reached 103 in North Idaho.

Taxes main dish at lunch with legislators
Property taxes and health district powers are the concern of lawmakers this session

A little holly and jolly heads to Rathdrum
Rathdrum rolls out series of COVID-safe Christmas events

COVID Watch
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Could love robots ease loneliness?
A robot for every need...
RECORDS
Judgments and sentencings
Zags Tracker: Let's hope COVID stays off the schedule
Zags Tracker for Nov. 24

Police: Woman entered car illegally
COEUR d’ALENE — A woman who was released earlier this month on a felony drug charge is back in jail after police said she climbed into an idling car uninvited.
Hayden looks to clean up language in subdivision code
Tonight's public hearing will invite comment on proposed changes, either in-person or virtually.
Northwest Notes Nov. 24, 2020
Gonzaga senior Corey Kispert was named to the National Association of Basketball Coaches preseason watch list for the 2021 NABC Division I Player of the Year.
Legals for November, 24 2020
Monday, November 23

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Not always easy to look on the bright side at WSU
I’m convinced that every athletic employee contract and sports scholarship agreement at Washington State contains some fine print at the bottom. It says… Must believe glass is half full.
The 'Street Thug' who gives back
Cutting hair for the homeless spreads some joy
Local barber helps homeless community through free hair services and support

Click It, Don't Risk It this holiday season
Crash stats might encourage you to buckle up
Local law enforcement agencies participate in national seat belt program

Analysis: How vaccine might be distributed to educators, students
Here's a look at who might get covid vaccine first.

Chance of white Christmas — 70%
If you're dreaming of a white Christmas...

COVID Watch
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Senior Meals
Senior Meals: Nov. 23-27
Vaccine Q&A with medical professionals
With the recent announcement from both Moderna and Pfizer that they
Legals for November, 23 2020
Sunday, November 22

TOURISM TIGHTROPE
Balancing act is attracting Washingtonians, keeping everyone safe
Softer COVID restrictions in Idaho draw out-of-state tourists, which draws concerns from locals.

Fairchild delivers fuel - and inspiration
Tankers' mid-air assignments increase global security
Fairchild Air Base celebrates air refueling wing as leader

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Can't be too picky with March Madness anymore
The NCAA's recent idea to play the entire NCAA men's basketball tournament in a bubble in the Indianapolis area, without fans, triggered a mixed bag of emotions.

MOMENTS, MEMORIES and MADNESS with STEVE CAMERON: You want to be close to the action, but it isn't quite what you think
I’ve often told friends that if they’ve never stood and looked down the line of scrimmage at an NFL game, it might frighten them to the point of fleeing on the spot.

Pho Le 1 restaurant opens in Riverstone
Business Bits for Nov. 22
PREP BASKETBALL: Post Falls JV presses past Wallace to win Silver Valley tourney
Jenna Chase scored 11 points for Post Falls JV in a 52-30 win over the Wallace Miners in the championship game of the Silver Valley Tournament at Andrews Gymnasium on Saturday.

Where does stormwater go in winter?
The first snows each year generate a lot of discussion on snow plowing an
State high school football championship game recaps
Breakdowns on how the state championships were won on Saturday afternoon

Ruth Germaine 'Perkins' Semanko
Ruth Germaine “Perkins” Semanko, loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother

David Matthew Morlan, 50
David Matthew Morlan, at the young age of 50, went to be with our Heavenly
Noah Douglas Pierce
Noah Douglas Pierce passed away on Nov. 13, 2020, at Kootenai Health from

Gwenda Kay Robinson
July 1, 1954 – Nov. 14, 2020
Surrounded by family, Gwenda K. Robinson, 66, passed peacefully on
MACKAY: Changes in gratitude, changes in latitude
2020 has presented challenges for all of us, not the least of which is the fear that life will never return to normal.

Flossie M. (Johnston) Hegge, 95
Flossie M. (Johnston) Hegge passed away peacefully at her daughter’s home

Dan Duke Borozan
Nov. 15, 1936 - Nov. 15, 2020
Duke Borozan was born in Hazleton, Pa., on Nov. 15, 1936, to Masan and
Try these opinions on for size
America is strongest when its middle class is healthy.
MASKS: Lessons from Washington
MASKS: Lessons from Washington
MANDATE: Lead with consistency
MANDATE: Lead with consistency
North Idaho 14-day weather forecast
14 day weather forecast for North Idaho
BIDEN: Why they're dancing
BIDEN: Why they're dancing
ELECTION: Reasons for skepticism
ELECTION: Reasons for skepticism
ELECTION: Hole in fraud claim
ELECTION: Hole in fraud claim
SHOPPING: Mandate stops cash flow
SHOPPING: Mandate stops cash flow
SOCIALISM: Check your history
SOCIALISM: Check your history
STATE HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL PLAYOFF SCHEDULES
Idaho high school football state playoff schedules
Saturday, November 21

THE FRONT ROW WITH JASON ELLIOTT: From Division I to a small school in Idaho; the new fish knows his stuff
After being let go by Division II Colorado Christian University at the conclusion of the 2020 season, Jeff Hironaka, 63, wasn't quite ready to retire from coaching basketball.
PREP GIRLS BASKETBALL: Wallace, Post Falls JV to meet in Silver Valley championship game
Jaden House scored 15 points to lead the Wallace Miners past the Priest River Spartans 46-33 in the opening round of the Silver Valley Tournament at Andrews Gymnasium on Friday afternoon.

LESSONS in GIVING
PFHS students' donation boosts morale, spirits of health care workers
Students rally around Kootenai Health responders

The 'Joy' of giving
Hayden resident donates $150,000 to the Museum of North Idaho's capital campaign
Historic giving

Cd'A won't prosecute Nov. 6 mask violations
City could drop its mask mandate
The decision comes as a health district mask mandate takes effect.

Vehicle licensing in PF shuts down
COVID-19 the likely culprit
Closure comes in wake of Bonner and Benewah County refusal of out-of-county patrons

COVID-19 Watch
COVID-19 statistics

‘Jingle Jangle’ and Netflix’s furious Christmas movie output
Christmas comes very early on Netflix thanks to a new slate of original holiday-themed content.

The stay-at-home dad: One day of 5-year-old FOMO requests
Middle children often struggle to define their role in a family. The
Keurig: Just add disappointment
If you’ve never met a Keurig machine before, rejoice. You’ve probably
C1 My Turn: Finding ways to come together
I listened to Dave Chappelle’s monologue on Saturday Night Live, a dialogue
Police: Man threatened to shoot mom
COEUR d’ALENE — A 54-year-old man is facing a felony charge after police said he pointed a gun at his mother and threatened to shoot her.
Toy, food drive on Dec. 5
Food and toys wanted

Blue light special
Hailie Velasco hopes to help other youth deal with diabetes
Dealing with diabetes

PHD: 241 new cases is single-day record
241 new COVID cases

Northwest Notes Nov. 21, 2020
Darren Taylor, who coached the Post Falls-based Prairie Cardinals in the 1990s and early 2000s, has been named the Coeur d'Alene Lumbermen's class AA American Legion baseball head coach.
Sheriff's Blotter
Notable calls for the day!

Fatal crash hearing waived
Arraignment set for next month
COEUR d’ALENE — A woman accused of causing a fatal crash earlier this year was bound over to district court.

Clyde Gene Blood, 80
Clyde Gene Blood passed away Nov. 11, 2020, in Coeur d’Alene, at the age of 80.

Sherman A. Hatley
Sherman A. Hatley passed away Nov. 8, 2020. He was born May 20, 1939, in
Elks Lodge helping foster families
Elks Lodge helps out

Remembrance ceremony set for Dec. 5
Remember loves ones
Skiers, here's the latest
Lookout only place to go this weekend
Lookout Pass Ski & Recreation Area opens slopes early for patrons

Faithful Observations: Thanksgiving and Family
Thanksgiving has been one of the busiest travel weekends of the year as
Food drive starts Tuesday
Willamette, Keller Williams team up
A food drive is scheduled 1 to 6 p.m. Tuesday at two locations: Keller Williams Realty Coeur d’Alene, 3931 N. Schreiber Way and Willamette Valley Bank, 704 E. Sherman Ave.
RECORDS
Sentencings
Wishing Star Foundation sets annual Wishes & Wine
Will be another virtual event
Fundraiser benefits Wishing Star
Legals for November, 21 2020
Friday, November 20

Daily COVID-19 deaths in US reach highest level since May
The surging coronavirus is taking an increasingly dire toll across the U.S.

Trump tries to leverage power of office to subvert Biden win
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump sought to leverage the

Georgia officials certify election results showing Biden win
ATLANTA (AP) — Georgia's governor and top elections official on

Police: 8 injured in Wisconsin mall shooting; suspect sought
WAUWATOSA, Wis. (AP) — Eight people were injured in a shooting Friday at
Hunting in Idaho increases as people seek refuge from virus
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Hunting license sales in Idaho are up as more
Idaho unemployment drops to 5.5%, but COVID-19 cases surge
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Idaho’s unemployment rate has dropped to 5.5%

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Seahawks looking like contenders once again
The Seahawks sent a very physical message to the rest of the NFL with that resounding 28-21 victory over Arizona on Thursday night. They are not only alive, but very much in the hunt for a spot atop the NFC.

GRIDIRON GUESSES: High school games are over, but the guesses continue
Due to popular demand — ? — we'll continue picking the area college games as long as WSU and Boise State are still playing this fall.
PREP GIRLS BASKETBALL: Post Falls pulls away from Lakeland
Post Falls and Timberlake notched girls basketball victories Thursday night.
All-league football
All-league teams for 5A Inland Empire, 2A Central Idaho League announced
Northwest Notes Nov. 20, 2020
The Indians neither confirmed nor denied the report, and others have said the report is incorrect.

Panhandle approves mask mandate across five counties
Mandate orders Kootenai, Bonner, Boundary, Shoshone and Benewah are to mask up immediately.

The 11-day sheriff
Wolfinger resignation leaves void
Kootenai County Republican Central Committee tasked with interim-sheriff nominations

Let it snow diamonds
Clark's brings back the popular promotion
Diamonds in the sky

NIC board has new leadership
Banducci takes over as chair
New trustees appointed to board positions

NIC board has new leadership
Banducci takes over as chair
New trustees appointed to board positions

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CONSPIRACY: Pooh on that
I heard an interview of a participant in the pro-Trump parade in Washington, D.C.

Patricia Donahue
1939 — 2020
Patricia Donahue passed away peacefully on Sept. 27, 2020, in Post
KCRCC: A question of motives
Thank you for the well thought out editorial regarding the KCRCC’s potential attempt to take the three school board seats that are up for re-election next year.
SOCIALISM: Not now, or ever
After reading the Nov. 15 letter by Garrett Schwartzkopf entitled “Socialism: Check it Out,” I’m quite stunned and must write.
VIRUS: Fear and freedom
One America News Network (OAN) showed 18 physicians standing on the steps of SCOTUS.

Christmas with the Tabernacle Choir
Holiday special returns to PBS, BYUtv in December
Holiday special returns to PBS, BYUtv in December
Way to vote, Kootenai County!
Turnout was terrific.
Movie Times
Hayden Cinema
Weekend TV/Radio highlights
Local television and radio listings for coming weekend
LOYALTY TEST: Earns an F
Perhaps, Brent Regan and the Kootenai County Republican leadership could give us a 1-800 number to call so we can inquire as to how we should think, what we should do, and for whom we should vote, especially since now anyone in Kootenai County who might want to run for an office to serve our community MUST first pass Regan’s Republican Party Loyalty Test.
FLAGS: A veteran’s plea
Driving around Dalton Gardens and Coeur d’Alene, my son and I saw USA flags flying upside down.
COVID: Faces, not numbers
1,386 — Remember that number. That is how many people died in a SINGLE DAY in the U.S. last week from COVID-19.
ELECTION: Leadership assessment
In 2016, Trump became my beloved country’s president — who disparages women, mocks the disabled, calls ex-POWs losers for being caught (and lied to avoid the draft), was impeached for abuse of power, who paid prostitutes to keep silent, who outsourced his clothing line production to China, who hired illegal immigrants to work his properties then didn’t pay them, who benefited from a fraudulent university, who filed bankruptcy multiple times.
HATRED: Just admit it
There’s been a lot of hate directed at a man who’s been nothing but an overachiever and proven leader.

Richard Dean Fassler, 84
Richard Dean Fassler passed away at the age of 84 on Nov. 13, 2020, in the
ATLAS: Enjoy new park
The Atlas Mill site is now open to the public!
VIRUS: Be a patriot
Our country just recognized Veterans Day to remember the brave men and women that gave the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

Thomas 'Tom' G. Russell, 78
Thomas “Tom” G. Russell, 78, of Coeur d’Alene, passed away Nov. 17, 2020
TRUMP: Questioning lawsuits
Matthew Seligman, who is currently teaching a class at Harvard Law on disputed presidential elections, had questions about the basis of Trump’s suits, and their likely impact.
Treasurer’s Office open by appointment only due to COVID
COVID closes Treasurer's Office
Sheriff's Blotter
Notable calls for the day!
Knights to distribute warm clothes for kids
Knights rise up
Woman accused of choking husband
COEUR d’ALENE — A woman who was previously released after police said she choked her husband is back in jail.

Politics from another universe
Not that long ago, Jeff Ward, Ron Lahr, and the Kootenai County Reagan Republicans were a force.

Rathdrum rejects mask recommendation
City council votes against recommendation

Hagadone Marine Group kicks off holiday Gift Drive
Benefits Children’s Village and Books for Tots
Hagadone Marine Group leads holiday gift drive

MOVING HISTORY FORWARD When trains collide
(in part from the Spokesman-Review July 31,1909)
Legals for November, 20 2020
Thursday, November 19
Health board mandates masks districtwide
The mask mandate will be in effect for 60 days.

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: What prep teams are going through to play during a pandemic
Fans are still in luck, even if they're not allowed into gymnasiums for the time being to watch their local high school basketball and wrestling teams. Most area schools have setups to stream their games online. And the ones that aren't are hoping to do so soon.
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VANDAL ATHLETICS: Idaho squads get new uniforms
With basketball season scheduled to begin next week, Idaho athletics shared new-look uniforms on Wednesday afternoon.

POLL POSITION
Kootenai County voter turnout No. 2 in state
Kootenai County voters make up 10% of state ballots

Axed and answered
Post Falls man aims for international title Dec. 6
Post Falls resident Miguel Tamburini picked up an axe in 2019 and never looked back.

Here's a tissue for your issue
Finding TP no trouble locally — so far, anyway
Local stores still have ample toilet paper, despite nationwide buying trends.

Holiday weekend forecast, warm and wet
Press Climatologist predicts warmer-than-usual temperatures
Northwest Notes Nov. 19, 2020
The start of Washington's winter sports season in high school sports has been pushed back from late December to early February.

COVID-19 Watch
COVID-19 statistics

Bowling scores: Nov. 19, 2020
Results from area bowling leagues

Cordelia Ellen Kvern, 89
Cordelia Ellen (nee Proctor) Kvern was born on Feb. 26, 1931, in

Jim Jones: Can Trump prevail? In a word, no
Even before the presidential election, there was speculation as to whether

Dr. Ronald Raymond Hoye, Sr., 87
A giant of a man has passed. Dr. Ronald Raymond Hoye, Sr. N.D. (“Doc”),

Soaring with eagles
Magestic birds already putting on grand shows at Higgens Point
Eagles flying high
NRA turns 149 years old
Here's some history on the National Rifle Association.
Time running out for COVID business grant dollars
Coeur d'Alene city officials project approximately $100,000 left over in grant dedicated to the city's small businesses.
Look deeper into health savings accounts
It is that time of the year for not just the holidays but open enrollment
AAA urges seat belt use
Dangerous driving rises in the winter
Be safe, belt up
Spokane man sentenced for attempted robbery
Man sentenced in robbery try

Democrats collecting food for needy
Dems want to help food banks

Singletary earns DAR history award medal
The Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) History Award Medal is
Sheriff's Blotter
Notable calls for the day!
RECORDS
Sentencings

LPOIC Thanksgiving Derby nears
The Lake Pend Oreille Idaho Club's annual Thanksgiving fishing derby gets underway on Sunday
Man accused of raping girlfriend
COEUR d’ALENE — A man is in jail after police said he raped his girlfriend and then attempted to run her off the road when she tried to flee.
Legals for November, 19 2020
Wednesday, November 18

US withdrawal rattles Afghan allies and adversaries alike
ISLAMABAD (AP) — An accelerated U.S. troop withdrawal from Afghanistan

Pfizer: COVID-19 shot 95% effective, seeking clearance soon
Pfizer said Wednesday that new test results show its coronavirus

Dems nominate Pelosi as speaker again to lead into Biden era
WASHINGTON (AP) — House Democrats nominated Nancy Pelosi on

US drops drug trafficking charges against ex-Mexican general
NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. prosecutors on Wednesday formally dropped a

Bullock expands mask mandate, tightens restrictions
Montana tightens restrictions
PREP GIRLS BASKETBALL: Coeur d'Alene knocks off Timberlake in fan-less opener
5A Coeur d'Alene outlasts state 3A champion Timberlake in opener sans fans at Viking Court
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THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Dating news, breakfast with the Zags, and other stuff
A survey found that in Idaho, the average single person would be willing to spend 2.9 hours traveling for a date.
All-league football
All 4A Inland Empire League team announced

Ignite your holiday spirit
Light Show, North Pole Cruise a good start to Christmas season
Holiday spirit

Masks back on Panhandle Health board's radar
As the COVID-19 surge continues, the health board's amended agenda will include a discussion and possible action item at Thursday's meeting.

Post Falls passes mask recommendation
Resolution also requires face coverings on city property

Read all about it: Auction puts newspapers in schools
Program keeps students up to speed on daily happenings
Northwest Notes Nov. 18, 2020
Former Post Falls High standout Ridge Lovett captured a United World Wrestling Junior Freestyle national championship at 61 kg on Sunday at UWW Junior Nationals.

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Sarah Wilkey, Coeur d'Alene High School volleyball
Sarah Wilkey, a senior outside/right side hitter at Coeur d'Alene High, is this week's Knudtsen Chevrolet Press Athlete of the Week.
Allegiant offers new nonstop service to Spokane
Celebration promotes one-way fares starting as low as $49.
Flying high with Allegiant
CATS: Plea for consideration
To all of you cat owners, I am a 93-year-old widow living on Social Security.
TRUMP: Why they’re dancing
One of the more insightful comments from the post election chatter was, “Try to do your job in a way that if you lose it, people will not be dancing in the streets all over the world.”
Classical charter school coming to CDA
“I am easily satisfied with the very best.”
BIDEN: A historic note
As of Nov. 7, Joe Biden has been elected as our 46th president. Not factually accurate.
A few words for our leader
Gov. Brad Little doing a great job under horrible circumstances.
MASKS: Bring up the guns
I spent 31 years in the Army as a medic (CMB). From October 1967 to 1969 I was 2/6Mike for A/2nd Bn/28th Inf/ BIG RED ONE!
ADVERTISING: Advertorial — We are the health detectives!
We are Health Detectives, but what does that mean? There are two ways I like to explain it…
Hecla offers nearly $50,000 in Christmas cheer
Money for employees encourages support of local businesses
Hecla is all about Christmas
DMV: A frustrated driver
Another complaint about the vehicle licensing department!
SCHOOLS: Probing looks important
Concerning your editorial about the Kootenai County Republican Central Committee looking into what exactly is going on in our local schools: It isn’t about toeing the far, far right line.
PARTISAN: Embrace the opportunity
A recent Coeur d’Alene Press editorial questioned the growing involvement by the Kootenai County Republican Central Committee (“KCRCC”) in nonpartisan elections.

Cd'A approves seven-acre annexation
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ADVERTISING: Advertorial — One magical day…
While it almost goes without saying, I’m going to say it anyway. We

COVID-19 data for Nov. 18
COVID graphic for Nov. 18
CHANGE: Starts with small steps
I read with interest Guest Opinion writer Chuck Malloy’s discussion of Congressman Mike Simpson’s hope and desire for more cooperation and less rancor in D.C. politics.

WW II veteran enjoying breakfast in Heaven
Main Street for Nov. 18

Paul Lewis Spilsbury, 75
Paul Lewis Spilsbury, 75, of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, husband, father
CRITTERS: A fine feature
Thanks to Christian Ryan for educating us about all the critters of North Idaho.
OPINIONS: This, that and Patricks
I don’t wear a mask. I don’t lockdown. I try to stay within the speed limits, but I kinda don’t.
LAWSUIT: Shades of John Birch
Republican Central Committee suing the Coeur d’Alene School District? Holy Moley!
MASKS: Right choice, Hayden
First, I would like to thank the Hayden City Council for declining the mask mandate and choosing to allow their citizens to be adults.
FLAGS: Disgracing military
The issue that reported flags being taken down and turned upside down in the Rockwood neighborhood just really makes me angry.

Billie Berta Campbell
Oct.r 6, 1937 ~ Nov. 2, 2020
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Billie Berta
BIDEN: What’s to love?
I’m not writing about the obvious fraud, chicanery, and illegal voting in our recent election.

Career opportunity
Free tuition available at NIC training center
Career opportunity
NORRIS: A positive move
With the recent changes in our county, I am appreciative to have our new sheriff leading our county.

Man sentenced in child exploitation case
COEUR d’AENE — A man will spend up to nine years in prison after pleading guilty to soliciting sexually explicit images from a nine-year-old.
FEE: The pack has spoken
The elite of K County has had their say.
MASKS: Do the right thing
My friend is married to a doctor who works at Kootenai Health treating COVID-19 patients and confirms they are full.
Sheriff's Blotter
Notable calls for the day!

Youth Sports Nov. 18, 2020
Bowling, soccer and more

William T. 'Bill' Phillips, 78
William T. “Bill” Phillips, 78, of Hayden, passed away at Kootenai
Legals for November, 18 2020
Tuesday, November 17

A constitutional conundrum
CDA schools refute GOP claim that seniors didn't get Constitution booklets
Cd'A School District pushes back on claims seniors didn't get U.S. Constitution

Walmart covering the cost of Thanksgiving
The retailer will reimburse customers for select products to serve on holiday tables.

Atlas Mill Park opens for public access
The 4,000-foot stretch along the Spokane River is the newest addition to Coeur d'Alene's park system.

PHD: 345 new cases over weekend, Monday
Coronavirus cases coming in
Northwest Notes November 17, 2020
Due to the recent spike in COVID-19 cases, teams and leagues in North Idaho voted not to allow fans at high school basketball and wrestling events for the time being.

COVID Watch
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Sheriff's Blotter
Notable calls for the day!
Woman accused of stealing tools, checks
COEUR d’ALENE — A woman previously accused of possessing stolen checks is back in jail after police said she stole tools and then pawned them.
Traffic, deer meetings set in Dalton Gardens
Dalton Gardens meeting on traffic, deer
Lake City Center to remain closed
Return to Stage 2 delays reopening plans
Lake City Center delays reopening
Difficult conversation? Try 10 tips
Here's how to handle difficult conversations.
Soroptimists honor eight women of distinction
The Soroptimist International of Coeur d'Alene honor female community workers
Commissioners rehash no-wake ordinance
Commissioners re-hash no-wake ordinance and possible KCSO Marine building Monday
RECORDS
Judgments and sentencings

Critters of North Idaho: Magnificent Bryozoan
I know what you’re thinking, and the answer is no. Today’s “critter”

Parade pays tribute to longtime logger
Both in the woods and with his family, Edwin “Pat” Mason was a redwood of a man — quiet and serious one minute, then booming with laughter the next. He loved the outdoors and was a skilled logger, but he also was a man of faith who cherished his family and friends and would do anything for those he loved.

Richard Lee Remley, 82
Richard “Dick” Lee Remley, 82, passed away Nov. 9, 2020, at Lasting Legacy.

Darlene 'Sam' Kelly
Darlene “Sam” Kelly passed away on Nov. 12, 2020, at Schneidmiller Hospice

Janelle Marie Kalstad Stimson, 73
On Nov. 10, 2020, Janelle Stimson was peacefully delivered to the arms
CHIP SHOTS Nov. 17, 2020
Jim Travis aced the 162-yard third hole at The Highlands Golf Course in Post Falls on Nov. 4. He used a 4-hybrid for his third career ace.
Legals for November, 17 2020
Monday, November 16

Governors ratchet up restrictions ahead of Thanksgiving
An increasing number of governors and mayors across the U.S. are ratcheting

Turning a profit in a stormy industry
The snowplow industry can be lucrative — if you have the patience for North Idaho weather.

Surrounded by pot
Panhandle will have to deal as Montana joins marijuana hit parade
Montana voters passed two ballot initiatives last week that legalized recreational use of marijuana. What does this mean for Idahoans?

'LightStrike Robot' joins Northwest Specialty Hospital
Uses ultraviolet light to kill pathogens such as the COVID virus
LightStrike Robot killing virus

If you like snow, you'll love this
If you like snow, you'll love this

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THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Seahawks, QB and Pete, are going backwards
Yes, Seattle is banged up — especially in the defensive secondary. Still, this ugly defeat to the Rams (the Seahawks’ fifth in their past six against L.A.) left you thinking that Pete Carroll’s bunch is going backwards in a hurry.
School and Senior Meals
School and Senior Meals: Nov. 16-20
Legals for November, 16 2020
Sunday, November 15

State of the state's economy
Despite many positives, the 'c' word threatens prosperity
Experts talk Idaho's and Kootenai County's bounce-back after COVID-19

Volunteers bring harmony to Music Conservatory
Goal is to open by January
Music Conservatory finds harmony

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Remembering five days in November
When a power outage is like a presidential election — minus the chainsaws and the frigid nights.

MOMENTS, MEMORIES and MADNESS with STEVE CAMERON: Sometimes, the 'next level' isn't quite what you expected
The next level. How often do we hear those three words in the world of sports?
STATE HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: Mullan-St. Regis blanked by Dietrich in 1A Division II semis
It is the first trophy for the Mullan-St. Regis co-op — which started in 2018 — in the team's second straight trip to the state playoffs. Mullan coach Stetson Spooner said its St. Regis’ first trophy at state since 1989.

UPS store, distribution center opens in Post Falls
Business Bits for Nov. 15
PREP GIRLS BASKETBALL: Lumberjacks fall in season opener
Macie Rimel scored a team-high 15 points for the St. Maries Lumberjacks in a 77-48 loss to defending state 1A Division I champion Lapwai Wildcats in the season opener for both schools on Saturday.
Northwest Notes Nov. 15, 2020
Vandal women finalize nonconference schedule, which includes game with WSU
What the world needs now
It's never too early for peace of mind.

Grant will help revive cold cases
MERIDIAN — Investigators are preparing to breathe new life into dozens of cold cases in Idaho.
MACKAY: The recipe for success
A sixth-grade girl was running for the post of secretary of her school class.
Father, son accused of stealing car
COEUR d’ALENE — A father and son are both in jail after police said they stole a car in Spokane.
LAWSUIT: Short on homework
I am disturbed by the article in the Wednesday Press that the local GOP is suing the school district, with subtitle of “Hopes to expose CDA district’s ‘left-wing activists.’”

Milestone Announcements
See who's celebrating!
MANDATE: Taking business elsewhere
During the spring lockdown, my wife and I were concerned about local businesses being forced into bankruptcy.
SOCIALISM: Check it out
Many things in our country make it socialist, including military, police force, fire department, Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid, public schools, public transportation.

Billie Berta Campbell
Oct. 06, 1937 ~ Nov. 02, 2020
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Billie Bert
WISDOM: Few words, big message
Quote from a wise old Indian…
VIRUS: Your help is needed
I am a retired nurse practitioner and public health nurse, so I have considerable knowledge about how viruses and bacteria are spread.
GOP: Undermining faith in election
We, the people, live in a Republic.
Hospital CEO: Gratitude for our heroes
“The true soldier fights not because he hates what is in front of him, but because he loves what is behind him.” ― G.K. Chesterton
ELECTION: Lessons from Chicago
I’m from an Irish Catholic Democrat family in Chicago.

James Alan Raess
With deep sadness we inform you that we lost a great man who was a husband
DOGS: PF needs a park
Post Falls growing as fast as it is, still has no dog park.

Eva Arilla Ross (Babbitt), 83
Eva Arilla Ross (“Dee Dee”) passed away on Nov. 4, 2020, at the age

McCoix Douglas Capaul, Four months
Our precious little heart warrior, McCoix Douglas Capaul, was born on

Linda L. Bailey, 78
Linda L. Bailey, devoted and loving wife, mother and grandmother, passed
Saturday, November 14

Rocky road — Coeur d'Alene's state title dreams end in semifinal loss to Rocky Mountain
Three turnovers, as well as some other missed opportunities on offense, eventually caught up to the Coeur d'Alene Vikings in a 36-21 loss to the Rocky Mountain Grizzlies in a state 5A semifinal football game Friday night at Brighton Stadium.
STATE 4A FOOTBALL SEMIFINALS: Sandpoint settles for third
“This loss hurts, it sucks,” Sandpoint coach Ryan Knowles said. “There’s a lot of tears, a lot of disappointment for it being over, but these tears are going to go away and they are going to realize that the work that they put in was rewarded."

Little limits gatherings, calls up Guard
The decision moves Idaho into a modified Stage Two.

Just in time
Coat campaign brings warmth, joy to 500 families
Local Boys & Girls Clubs pass out 500 coats to keep families cozy all winter long

Veteran wonders about ring in barrel
Was it lost or donated?
Veteran seeks ring's owner

More turkeys for Thanksgiving
Turkeys and More hits goal of $40K, will oversee distribution of 1,800 frozen birds
Turkeys!

THE FRONT ROW WITH JASON ELLIOTT: A Wild start for prep mat squads
“With losing the Sierra Nevada Classic, Tri-State and Inland Empire, it’s huge to have that available,” Lakeland coach Rob Edelblute said. “We want to take advantage of every opportunity to get the kids on the mat.”

COVID-19 Watch
COVID-19 statistics
Timberlake girls basketball opener postponed
Timberlake's scheduled season-opening girls basketball game today vs. visiting Lewiston has been postponed due to COVID-related concerns, Timberlake athletic director Tim Cronnelly said.

A parent rages against daylight savings time
Dark forces conspired to align Halloween and the end of daylight savings time in 2020.

Kindness matters, just ask Ali Orjala
Meet Ali Orjala, a wife of a born-and-raised Idahoan and mother

Upcoming movies still hanging onto 2020
Much of the 2020 movie calendar remains decimated, and last week
The cries come at night
Howling, mewling, desperate. Sonorous pleas ring through
Holiday cruises still a go
Popular visit to North Pole still have green light.
PHD: More than 1,000 cases in past week
Cases climbing
Venture goes "Red," switches to online-only, starting Monday
Quarantined staff means the alternative school won't return to in-class until at least November 30.

Clark's having a ball
PEAK ushers in new tennis, pickleball era
Renowned coach Steve Clark now heads up the Hayden courts.
'Persistent violator' accused of choking wife
COEUR d’ALENE — A man is facing felony charges after police said he choked his estranged wife in a motel room.

Earl Combs, 75
On Oct. 23, 2020, Earl Combs passed from this world into eternity with

Faith Corbett Langstaff
Faith Corbett Langstaff, our beloved mother, passed away on Sunday, Nov.
AAA: Fewer folks hitting the road
Thanksgiving travelers expected to be at lowest point since Great Recession
Far fewer turkey travelers

Blame it on Kootenai County
Bonner County DMV to serve locals only
Bonner County DMV says no more KC residents
95/53 interchange expected to open soon
95/53 interchange to open soon
Storm shuts down 95, knocks out power
ISP urges drivers to slow down
U.S. 95 closed south of CDA

Birthday letter to myself
It’s my birthday celebrating 68 years of belonging to the Human Race
Northwest Notes Nov. 14, 2020
Idaho and Gonzaga will meet for the 135th time on Dec. 14, but the first since an 80-46 GU win in Spokane in 2008.

Faithful Observations Operation Christmas Child 2020
“Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of

Hayden approves comp plan
Plan expects city to more-than-double its population by 2040.
RECORDS
Sentencings
Legals for November, 14 2020
Friday, November 13
GRIDIRON GUESSES: Coeur d'Alene's road to state title game runs through Rocky Mountain
It's somewhat of a small sample size, but the only thing Coeur d'Alene (8-0) seemingly has going against it heading into tonight's state 5A football semifinal at Rocky Mountain (7-0) of Meridian is history.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Seahawks need a few stops on 'D' — as well as some more healthy bodies
Can the Seahawks get enough stops to be, like, average?
Prep girls basketball preview: Teams ready to open — unless COVID says differently
A couple of area girls basketball teams open their seasons this weekend, while one team, due to COVID-19, won't start until January.

Zags entertain fans at home at Kraziness in the Kennel
During a different year, a different look to the annual Kraziness in the Kennel still entertained fans at home.
Vandal basketball: Idaho women look to finish unfinished business last year
Picked to finish at opposite ends of the Big Sky Conference standings, Idaho's men's and women's basketball teams were among the 11 schools participating in the Big Sky Digital Media Day this week.
All-league/district teams
Top athletes from Intermountain League soccer, District 1 cross country honored
Northwest Notes Nov. 13, 2020
Washington State senior Isaac Bonton was named to the preseason second team All-Pac-12 in men's basketball, as announced by the conference office Thursday morning.

The 20-day test
Governor says that period may determine state's prosperity
Governor Little stresses COVID crisis to preserve economy

Hospital answers key COVID questions
The popular question-and-answer session first drafted July 30 now includes more topical questions as the community transitions through the pandemic.

No leaf left behind
Leaf pickup
The annual project is slated to run into December.
Weekend TV/Radio highlights
Televison, radio highlights for upcoming weekend

COVID Watch
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Verlyn ‘Bus’ Nyle Asmussen
May 14, 1933 – Oct. 24, 2020
Verlyn Nyle Asmussen, age 87, peacefully and surrounded by his family
FLAGS: Protest disrespectful
If we displayed political signs, our yard would have a “His” (Trump) and a “Hers” (Biden). But there are no signs in the yard of our Hayden home.

Ivy Mae Irons, 91
Ivy Mae Irons passed away on Nov. 11, 2020, at Schneidmiller Hospice
Lawsuit is only the beginning
KCRCC takes aim at 'liberal' Cd'A school board.
PROTEST: Matters of degree
What a novel way to protest fraud and election irregularities, turning Old Glory upside down. And an interesting dichotomy indeed.
ELECTION: The path forward
As I read the letters of frustration and accusation from well-meaning people, I can’t help but feel that we have in many ways lost our way and voices of reason have no purchase in the conversations.

Op-Ed: Simpson seeks more action, less rancor
Just what we need in 2020, a disputed presidential election that pushed an already-angry nation to the brink of frustration in the days after the election. And with legal challenges mounting, it’s far from being settled.
RECYCLE: Re-think that decision
Regarding Friday’s (Nov. 6) article about Laureen Chaffin’s decision for the county to no longer accept “co-mingled recyclables” in rural areas, I’m concerned with what appears to be a short-sighted decision.
ELECTION: Time to heal
“Of the seven deadly sins, anger is possibly the most fun. To lick your wounds, to smack your lips over grievances long past, to roll over your tongue the prospect of bitter confrontations still to come, to savor the last toothsome morsel both the pain you are given and the pain you are giving back — in many ways it is a feast fit for a king. The chief drawback is that what you are wolfing down is yourself. The skeleton at the feast is you.” — Frederick Burchner
PARADE: Veterans Day insult
How dare you Trump supporters have a parade to support the DRAFT DODGER frumpy dumpty on Veterans Day!
ELECTIONS: Steps to integrity
Abuse and distrust in our elections is a national crisis. We must force Congress to enact election reform.

Little orders Stage Two
Calls up National Guard to help health care efforts
The Gov. stopped short of implementing a mask mandate but continues to recommend masks.

NatGeo taps Inland Northwest talent
Spokane Productions contributes to 'Primal Survivor'
Spokane Productions contributes to 'Primal Survivor'
DEEP THOUGHTS: Masks and pants
On the subject of wearing masks, I am not sure which is the best for us, to do or not to, but I have found out that it does give me a good chance to hide that ugly face of mine when I am out in public.
KCRCC: Going too far
Enough is enough. The local GOP, aka Brent Regen’s KCRCC, is suing the school district hoping to expose left-wing activists.
ELECTION: Bridging gap of dissent
We must not allow our lives to be governed by politically subjective talking points.

Barmarth J. 'Doug' Hanson, 67
Barmarth J. “Doug” Hanson, 67, of Coeur d’Alene, passed away peacefully
FLAGS: Shades of Kaepernick
I saw large photos on your front page of the horrid disrespect of our American flag being flown upside down in front of homes in Hayden.
MASKS: A soldier’s perspective
Upon arrival home from Vietnam I went to retrieve my dog, a crippled black Lab that I had left with a friend.
Movie Times
Hayden Cinema

Malek launches lieutenant governor campaign
North Idaho lawmaker has goals for statehouse

Story of our soldiers' resting place
During bittersweet remembrances, like Memorial Day and Veterans Day, we’re reminded
Consumer gal: Defining a certified pre-owned vehicle
As an alternative to purchasing a new vehicle many

Man sentenced for domestic battery
A man is in jail after pleading guilty to domestic battery.
Poor reception
Some Dalton Gardens residents hang up on proposal to allow antenna systems
Cell plan gets busy signal in Dalton Gardens

'The Magic of Christmas'
Northwest artist Kika Morelan's new album a Lewis family affair
Northwest artist Kika Morelan's new album a Lewis family affair
MOVING HISTORY FORWARD — Marcus Wright: The Tie King of North Idaho
Marcus Wright, a native of Kentucky, moved to the village of Spokane Falls in 1877. By the

PHD: COVID positivity rate highest yet at 17.7%
Coronavirus cases climbing
More restrictions likely
Governor to update state at noon today
Friday's press conference comes as COVID-19 cases surge.

Competency questioned again in Ramey murder
The competency of a Coeur d'Alene woman accused of murder is drawn into question again
Sheriff's Blotter
Notable calls for the day!
RECORDS
Judgments and sentencings

Kellogg renews mask mandate for third time
The Silver Valley's biggest town will remain one of only two cities in the Panhandle Health District that has active rules in place to encourage mask wearing.
Legals for November, 13 2020
Thursday, November 12

Virus surge: Schools abandon classes, states retreat
School systems in Detroit, Indianapolis, Philadelphia and suburban Minneapolis

Republican senators push for Biden to receive intelligence
WASHINGTON (AP) — As President Donald Trump refuses to allow President-elect

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Coeur d'Alene, Rocky have both been here before — many times
They haven't met enough over the last decade to make it a rivalry similar to, say, Coeur d'Alene vs. Highland. But Coeur d'Alene vs. Rocky Mountain, a spectator-less state 5A football semifinal scheduled for Friday night on Rocky's artificial turf home field in Meridian, also pits two big-school teams who have been regulars in the playoffs over the past dozen years.

Trump supporters still fighting
About 50 vehicles join caravan to protest what they call 'election fraud'
Trump caravan rolls in CDA

Man offers reward for friend’s arrest
ATHOL — A man is offering a $1,000 reward to anyone who offers a tip leading to the arrest of a woman he once called his friend.
NExA goes into 'red,' middle schools will move to blended learning
COVID knocks out staff in Cd'A School District
COVID knocks out staff in Cd'A School District
Ice, ice baby
Indulgent Igloos now on Whispers patio; reservations begin Friday
Indulgent Igloos now on Whispers patio; reservations begin Friday

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Northwest Notes Nov. 12, 2020
Alyssa Randles, a sophomore at Coeur d'Alene High, placed second at 122 pounds at the recent Brian Keck Memorial Preseason Nationals wrestling tournament in Des Moines, Iowa.

Bowling scores: Nov. 12, 2020
Local bowling scores

City Center of attention
Post Falls wants to know what public wants
Staff releases education video and survey to update City Center Master Plan
Rathdrum mulls mask recommendation
Council will discuss next Wednesday
Discussion on potential face coverings to come next week

'A proper sendoff'
Lake City Academy retires, cremates Old Glory on Veterans Day
Lake City Academy retires American flag during ceremony on Veterans Day
Reported mountain lion attack on dog near Carey
Mountain lion reportedly attacks dog

Western Grebe; a ballet dancer in a tux!
Western Grebe a water bird

Overdue hunter located unharmed
Was from Kootenai County
Overdue hunter found safe

Check it out
Panhandle Region operating November stations to monitor for chronic wasting disease
Fish and Game check stations this weekend

Fish and Game stocks rainbow trout in Dunes Lake
Rainbow trout stock in Dunes Lake
High on a pandemic: Drinking, drug use at home climbs
It’s hardly a newsflash: We’ve been drinking and drugging
RECORDS
Judgments and sentencings

An epidemic that hasn't gone away
North Idaho AIDS Coalition to host virtual event Dec. 1 on World AIDS Day
North Idaho AIDS Coalition to host virtual event Dec. 1 on World AIDS Day
Washington trio accused of drug trafficking
COEUR d’ALENE — Three Washington residents are facing felony charges after police said they trafficked drugs.

Movers and Shakers
Murray Group, an employee benefits brokerage and consulting
New trustees on the block
New board members learn of NIC's upcoming agenda items
Legals for November, 12 2020
Wednesday, November 11

NExA goes into 'red'
Elementary school shifts to remote learning in wake of COVID absences
Northwest Expedition Academy shifts to remote learning in wake of COVID absences

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Zags answer questions; now, some questions about the Zags
During these COVID days, chatting with someone on a screen is the best tool possible in terms of the media learning about teams and programs.
All-league football
All-Intermountain League football team announced
Northwest Notes Nov. 11, 2020
The Gonzaga women’s basketball team was ranked No. 21 in the preseason Associated Press poll, which was released Tuesday.

Local GOP suing school district
Hopes to expose CDA district's 'left-wing activists'
The injunction claims political viewpoint discrimination against Republicans who were allegedly removed from school grounds on Election Day.

'Incredibly blessed'
CHS grad Col. John Cook reflects on military career that spanned 3 decades
An Army man at heart coming home

Thanks, 'Buddy'
Bob Shay offers poppies to help veterans
Buddy Poppy programs benefits vets

Treaty Rock Elementary salutes America's heroes
Students write letters to local military, vets deployed around the world
Students write letters to local military, vets deployed around the world

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Logan Robillard, Lake City High
Junior swimmer Logan Robillard of Lake City High is this week's Knudtsen Chevrolet Press Athlete of the Week.

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Youth Sports Nov. 11, 2020
Soccer, bowling and more
ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Preventing winter sports injuries
Outdoor activities can be an excellent way to get some fresh air and exercise during the long, chilly winter months, but the cold temperatures and icy surfaces can also lead to more injuries.
TRUMP: Congress needs to step in
In regard to Trump’s firing of the defense secretary, according to a source from Trump’s family, there are no limits to which he will go for his vengeance and revenge for losing the election.
Proud salute to Pappy Boyington Detachment
Pappy Boyington Detachment served then — and is serving now.
GROWTH: Address the cause
The comment by KPMO’s executive director Glenn Miles, “Now we will start planning for more congestion and more delays …” is totally uncalled for and makes it sound as if he will punish the voters.
SHERIFF: This is your job
Regarding your “job ahead,” Mr. Norris, I am not interested in your political leanings and am concerned your need to express such in a public forum at this point may interfere with the true task in front of you; enforcement of the law as written.
Ceremony, dinner tonight for vets
Vets eat free tonight
Veterans, it's our day today
Happy Veterans Day! Yep, it’s our day to celebrate. We gather with veterans
Police: Man attacked mom
COEUR d’ALENE — A man is in jail after police said he assaulted his mother.
DMV: Full of excuses
Maybe executive director Glenn Miles should look into the Department of Motor Vehicle Licensing traffic jam they have.
SHERIFF: Whoa there, hoss
Y’all hear that? Thar’s a new sheriff in town. You know his name. It’s been impossible to miss, every day for what seems years.
THANKS: A double dose
I would like to thank the good samaritan who turned in my bank debit card recently at Albertson’s in the Prairie Shopping Center.

William Gerald 'Jerry' Elston, 80
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing

Douglas Eugene Bunce, 71
Douglas Eugene Bunce, 71, passed away peacefully Nov.
SHERIFF: Election result worrisome
For many, it’s just starting to settle in that we now have a California cop as our Sheriff.

Norma Glee Lindsay, 91
Norma Glee Lindsay, 91, of Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, passed
ROADS: This tax might work
More than 30 years ago, the county wanted a new jail.
FLAGS: Unite in protest
I noticed my neighbor is flying his American flag upside down.
Friends feeding friends is a labor of love
Main Street column for Nov. 11
ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Sugar help
So many people today suffer from sugar-related diseases.

Op-Ed: Veterans help unite the nation
One cure for a nation divided.

Beyond Awareness
Panel explores ways to help missing and murdered indigenous people
Panel of experts discuss the reality of missing and murdered indigenous population
ADVERTISING: Advertorial — The aftermath… And other reader questions
Now that the Glass Fire has been extinguished and fire season around the West is calming down, we have received quite a few questions on the aftermath of the fires in California, on everything from what to expect in wine pricing to how much wine will actually be made from the 2020 vintage, to long term effects to vineyards and wineries.
Sheriff's Blotter
Notable calls for the day!

New museum leader has history with Cd’A
Britt Thurman began November 1 as the museum's executive director.

Donald J. Keane, 94
Donald J. Keane, 94, of Coeur d'Alene, died Oct. 2, 2020.

SIGNING PHOTOS: Nov. 11, 2020
Area athlete to run cross country in college

Mike L.G. Cowley, 76
Mike L.G. Cowley, aged 76, lost his battle with dementia

Linda Rae Kaufman
May 19, 1948 – Oct. 30, 2020
Linda Rae Kaufman May 19, 1948 –
Legals for November, 11 2020
Tuesday, November 10

Mask charges pending
CDA police still pushing education over citation
Four individual mask violations and five state health protocol violations en route to prosecuting attorney's office for consideration of charges.

Post Falls rejects mask mandate
City staff will bring mask recommendation back to council in next meeting
Bus driver pool feeling some pressure
Half-dozen drivers out with COVID or exposures, other circumstances
Half-dozen bus drivers out with COVID or close exposures, other circumstances

Gettin' buff for Borah
Wildland CrossFit raises $1,200 for elementary school
Wildland CrossFit in-house competition raises $1,200 for elementary school

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Dorothy J. Gallus, 16
Dorothy Johanna Gallus, 16, died unexpectedly on Saturday
Electoral College in spotlight — again
Time to do away with Electoral College.

Updated operations for Post Falls schools
Students will go in person Monday through Thursday, online Fridays
Students will go in person Monday through Thursday, online Fridays

SKI Magazine lauds Schweitzer, Silver Mountain
BOISE, Idaho — SKI Magazine gives four Ski Idaho resorts serious

Diane Renee Easley, 67
Beloved mother, grandmother and sister, Diane Renee Easley
Dolores Maxine Courtney, 96
Dolores Maxine Courtney, 96, passed away in Coeur d’Alene
Gonzaga men open season atop AP poll
Zags receive No. 1 preseason ranking for first time in program history
GU men's basketball ranked No. 1

Theodore 'Ted' Paul Braden, 41
Theodore Paul Braden, 41, died unexpectedly on Tuesday,
Rathdrum ready to light up the holidays
December D ‘ Lights Lighted Vehicle Parade
RECORDS
Judgments and sentencings
PHD reports second-highest single day of COVID
A total of 82 have died as a result of COVID-19.

Volunteer wins two prestigious awards
Robinette honored for Family Promise work with homeless
Hayden resident receives two awards for volunteer work in the homeless community
Legals for November, 10 2020
Monday, November 9

Idaho governor pleads for mask-wearing to protect veterans
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Idaho residents should wear a face

Stocks rally worldwide with hopes for a return to “normal”
NEW YORK (AP) — Brimming hopes that people will again return

Trump fires Esper as Pentagon chief after election defeat
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump fired Defense

Post Falls rejects mask mandate
City Council approves of masks, but not as a mandate.
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Death in Idaho, by the numbers
Data shows COVID-19 impact as deaths increase
Total deaths in Idaho are up compared to previous years, new data shows

CDA voter raises local 'SharpieGate' concern
Clerk Brannon asserts all ballots were counted
'SharpieGate' comes to Kootenai County

Snowfall could hit local Top 10 list
It's gonna snow, all right.

Man sentenced in robbery case
Will spend at least five years in prison
A man who police said took 17-year-olds into a wooded area and robbed them at gunpoint will spend at least five years in prison.

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THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: WSU the puncher, Seahawks the punch-ee
To quote that old philosopher Mike Tyson… “Everyone has a plan until they get punched in the face.” As we discovered this weekend, that rather crude view of life’s unpleasant turns isn’t just restricted to boxing.
School and Senior Meals
School and Senior Meals: Nov. 9-13
Legals for November, 9 2020
Sunday, November 8

To scan and protect
Full-body scanner expected to keep contraband from getting into jail, improve safety
7 seconds

When Leaves Fall, So Can Lake Oxygen Levels
While autumn is an especially spectacular season in North

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: They keep keeping score in sports, too
There have been times in sports when fans of a certain team may have have wished they would "Stop the Count" on the score. Especially after all of the points were in.

UGM upscale thrift store to open in Hayden
Business Bits for Nov. 8
STATE HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: Timberlake falls, but Mullan-St. Regis advances to semifinals
Tigers of Spirit Lake fall, but the Tigers of Mullan and St. Regis still alive
Veterans Day – Another Way to Say Thank You
My grandfather was born in 1921 in Elk Grove, CA. Like many young American
LECTURES: Spare me, please
I read a letter to the editor in last Sunday’s edition from Mr. Alex Decker extolling the virtues of masks in protecting us from the dreaded “respiratory droplets.”

Sandra 'Sandi' Nelson
On Oct. 19, 2020, Sandra “Sandi” Nelson, the most amazing wife, mother, and
Burglars targeting unlocked cars in Cd'A
Police are investigating break-ins of eight unsecured vehicles Thursday night.
Man accused of lewd conduct with minor
RATHDRUM — A man was arrested this week for alleged lewd contact with a 15-year-old girl after police found him with blood on his hand.
DEBTS: Why Trump’s matter
When income tax returns showed that Trump paid only $750 in 2016 and zero in 10 other years, some people were shocked while others shrugged. But everyone should worry about his debts.

Patricia A. Helms, 51
Patricia A. Helms, 51, wife, mother, sister, sister-in-law, aunt and cherished
The school of hard knocks
Have you ever heard the expression "seeing the elephant?"
MASKS: Think of the kids
From the beginning of the coronavirus shutdown back in March, many people throughout the country have fought the wearing of masks, claiming it is an infringement of their rights.
GARRETT: Stay out of Cloud 9
A recent drive-by post (by a newly arrived, fresh off the streets dissident to the Catholic religion) cried all over our local newspaper over a sermon he heard here against socialism.
MASKS: Prayer more effective
To Mayor Steve Widmyer: I just viewed your comment on the news regarding the “need to do something” to protect Idahoans from COVID-19.
LETTER: Setting poor example
To Mike Reno of Washington State: As a citizen of Idaho, I am incensed that you are teaching a teenager, apparently living in that state, to illegally have her car registered in Idaho because she is underage in Washington.
AP: Separate opinion, news
In Sunday’s Press, Dave Oliveria stated in his letter to the editor that in his column he has kept his “own counsel” on politics and “will continue to do so.” I respect him for doing that.

Donald James Alderman, 77
Donald James Alderman, 77, of Rathdrum, Idaho, passed away on Nov.

SPECIAL ADVERTISING CONTENT: Luxury cabins and more nature-infused options at Dover Bay
Neighborhood of the Week: Nov. 8
VEHICLE FEE: Equitable is key
The response from Glenn Miles in Wednesday’s Press regarding the voters outcome was appalling and childish … my way (fee) or I will take revenge by doing nothing so you can suffer in the congestion.
Thanksgiving reality may cause indigestion
This Thanksgiving, be thankful for your health.

William ‘Bill’ Capellen, 66
When Bill Capellen reluctantly left this world on July 22, 2020, the
Saturday, November 7
'Partying in the backfield' — Vikings rout Wolves, earn semifinal matchup at Rocky Mountain
Coeur d'Alene (8-0) dominated Timberline (3-4) on both sides of the ball from the start, and crushed the Wolves of Boise 56-7 in the quarterfinals of the state 5A playoffs Friday night at Viking Field.

STATE VIRTUAL SWIM MEETS: Robillard wins 'virtual' state title
“A friend barged into my room and told me I was a state champion,” said Robillard, who was runner-up in the event in 2019. “I’d thought someone in Boise had beaten me, but I looked and thought, ‘Oh my gosh, I won.”
Sandpoint overwhelms Moscow for state 4A semifinal bid
Gerrit Cox ran for 138 yards and a touchdown, Parker Pettit completed 16 of 19 passes for 105 yards and the Sandpoint Bulldogs overwhelmed the Moscow Bears in the state 4A quarterfinals 31-13 at Barlow Stadium on Friday, advancing to the semifinals for the first time since 2015.

THE FRONT ROW WITH JASON ELLIOTT: Nice wins, but need the fans back
Admittingly, this sports year has been a little weird. We’ve known since March that things were going to be a little different, with the cancellation of the men’s and women’s NCAA basketball tournaments, spring sports in the state of Idaho and the abbreviated Major League Baseball season, with no fans in the stands.

Hayden flags flipping upside-down in protest
The trend started on Election Day and is slowly spreading.

Panel seeks Idaho mask mandate
Governor not expected to comply, spokesperson says
Doctors' pleas come as COVID cases continue to break Idaho records.
Yard sale case dismissed
A judge dismissed a case on Friday against a woman cited for holding a yard sale while a statewide stay-home order was in effect.

COVID-19 closes Lake City Center
Plans to reopen Nov. 16
Lake City Center closed
Northwest Notes Nov. 7, 2020
Vandal Rewind returns today at noon with Idaho football's win over Louisiana Monroe in 2017.

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Roy Murdock: Respect, honor, gratitude
Meet Roy Murdock, Chief Warrant Officer 4 U.S. Army retired, former
More walking, less talking
So easy to do, yet fewer people do it for exercise than in years past
Walk the talk

Photo of the Week
The Resort in blue

The perfect window to watch ‘Nightmare Before Christmas’
Halloween season seems too early. Christmas season seems too late.

New York, New York
Bob Hackney expects to complete 2,575-mile walk to the Big Apple next month, with every step at Bestland Senior Living Community in Coeur d’Alene
New York calls Robert Hackney
Not just strolling along
Walking is one of the most simple ways to improve health
Walking Tall

The stay-at-home dad: How kids vote
I’m writing this column two days before the election. Hopefully the
RECORDS
Sentencings
Wildfires: Why they're plaguing region
The science of forestry, practiced in France and Germany
PHD: 210 cases new single-day record
210 COVID-19 cases reported in PHD Friday

Innovation Collective hosting special Veterans Day event
Fireside Chat to feature veteran, entrepreneur Thomas Tedder
Fireside Chat to feature veteran, entrepreneur Thomas Tedder
The State of Idaho Disaster Medical Advisory Committee's letter to Gov. Brad Little
Eleven doctors serving the disaster penned this letter to Little this week.

Tuning up: Volunteers help with Hamilton House makeover
Music Conservatory tuning up

John, 'Johnny,' P.A. Johnson
1939 — 2020
In the predawn hours of October 24, 2020, John (“Johnny”) Johnson taxied to
Zags to open on Thanksgiving Day — Gonzaga to play Kansas and Auburn in Florida
Following weeks of speculation, it was announced Friday morning that Gonzaga's men’s basketball team will open its 2020-21 season against Kansas and Auburn in the Rocket Mortgage Fort Myers Tip-Off in Ft. Myers, Fla., on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 26, and Friday, Nov. 27.

Faithful Observations God’s People Remembering Their Past
As I write this column on November 4th after the election it is challenging

Hauser planning goes mainstream
Citizens, city, county cooperation nets results
New Area of City Impact agreement starts new era for city
Legals for November, 7 2020
Friday, November 6

Hiring held last month but signs of caution as virus worsens
WASHINGTON (AP) — Defying fears of another slowdown, U.S. businesses

Advocates race to find Georgia voters who cast bad ballots
ATLANTA (AP) — Advocates for both presidential candidates raced to

Ethiopian PM announces airstrikes in country's Tigray region
NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — Ethiopia's prime minister on Friday said his government

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Spotlight on new QB-elect at WSU
The Jayden de Laura era (if we can call it that) begins Saturday night when the rebuilding Cougars open this abbreviated Pac-12 season at Oregon State.

GRIDIRON GUESSES: Coeur d'Alene, Timberlake in playoffs — where have we seen that before?
The Coeur d'Alene Vikings making another appearance in the state football playoffs was about as sure a thing as you could count on during this crazy year.
All-league volleyball
All-Intermountain League volleyball team announced

Oh, deer
Dalton Gardens council tables ordinance that would allow bow hunting in city limits
Deer hunting proposal draws fire
No holiday parade this year
Cd'A Downtown Association to offer alternative activities in lieu of large gathering
Cd'A Downtown Association to offer alternative festive fun in lieu of large gathering

Woman cited for yard sale in court
Protest today for Christa Thompson arraigned on coronavirus isolation charge
A Rathdrum woman is facing a misdemeanor charge for violating Gov. Little's stay-home orders stemming from an April yard sale.

Decision nears on Cougar Bay
Business's permit request has loud fans — and foes
Final decision on Cougar Bay draws near
Northwest Notes Nov. 6, 2020
Gonzaga’s Drew Timme was named to the Karl Malone Award Watch List Thursday. Timme was recently named Preseason All-West Coast Conference. Last season, the Dallas, Texas, native appeared in all 33 games, averaging 9.8 points and 5.4 rebounds.

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Santiago “Rusty” Saldana Jr.
Leaving a Godly Legacy
PATRIOTS: Then and now
During World War II, the first thing they did was take away our rights to buy food.
NORRIS: The job ahead
Boy was I wrong. As a first-time candidate for office, I thought the campaign contest would be a comparison of candidate qualifications. It was not.
VEHICLE FEE: Hear the voters
Kootenai Metropolitan Planning Organization’s (KMPO) executive director Glenn Miles stated, “I think working with the public over the last two years, listening to their concerns and trying to respond to what people want has been good.”
Movie Times
Hayden Cinema
MASKS: Time for enforcement
I have one question for Chief White and the Coeur d’Alene City Council about the mask mandate.
Bugged by vehicle fee's ballot death
Voters squished measure; now what?
SIGNS: VANDAL gets caught
Someone has dropped to a new low in the Garden District: my neighbor had vandalism to her political yard signs for two nights, Oct. 31 and Nov. 1.

Be their guest — if you dare
'Murder at the Sanitarium' immersive event is tonight
Crime Scene Entertainment murder mystery events offer immersive, interactive experiences
MASKS: Dig deeper
I wish Mr. Sayler and his ilk, especially all the uneducated City Council members who voted for the mask mandate, would review all the science behind mask usage and the usage of masks in the prevention of the spread of infections.

Brittany Rose Hasty, 29
On Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2020, Brittany Rose Hasty, loving mother, daughter,
COOKIES: Good news (and bad)
Oreos will survive the apocalypse. The makers of Oreo have ensured that the popular snack will live past any possible asteroid strikes.
MASKS: Research truth, Press
To mask or not to mask, that is the question.
MASKS: Hardly a hindrance
According to Jordan Peck, masks deprive wearers of oxygen.
Weekend TV/Radio highlights
Television listings for upcoming weekend

Kathleen Elaine Sanders (Moody), 77
It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of Kathlee
RECALL: On wrong track
I am writing in support of our City Council for reinstating the mask mandate in our city.

Robert ‘Bob’ Smith, 74
Robert Landis Smith, 74, of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, was called home to
VEHICLE FEE: You can do better
Replying to Glenn Miles statements concerning the vehicle impact fees voted down.
PHD: Message to health board
The stated purpose of the Panhandle Health District is to “help prevent disease.”
MASKS: Free to choose
After reading responses about wearing masks, I decided to do a little research.

Cardboard only
In rural areas, co-mingled recyclables a no no
Kootenai rural areas lose multi-material recycling bins amid national struggle
Man facing felonies after SWAT arrest
SPIRIT LAKE — SWAT officers arrested a man after he allegedly attacked his girlfriend, threatened to shoot himself and holed up inside a detached garage with a weapon.
Salute to veterans
Free steaks, car washes, dental care already being offered
Veterans get free stuff
Police: Man threatened woman with butter knife
COEUR d’ALENE — A man is in jail after police said he threatened a woman with a knife.

How you count votes counts
Jim Hammond knows it is important to count every vote.
Man accused of shooting wife
Suspect held on $1 million bail
COEUR d’ALENE — A 74-year-old man is in jail on $1 million bail after he allegedly shot his wife.

Chase suspect accused of theft
Man who led police on high-speed chase accused of stealing vehicle.
Sheriff's Blotter
Notable calls for the day!
VEHICLE FEE: Message loud, clear
Hey Glenn Miles… You didn’t give Kootenai County residents an opportunity to address traffic congestion, but rather you tried to blackmail us into paying even more of our hard earned dollars to the county.
Feeling the pains from unbridled growth
For over 130 years since Idaho's induction to the United
Legals for November, 6 2020
Thursday, November 5

KCSO deputies nab suspect, end pursuit on 95
Man was sought in connection to burglaries
Man arrested after chase
'Heartbeat' of the Vikings — Offensive linemen pave the way for unbeaten Coeur d'Alene
Coeur d'Alene High's offensive linemen have one thing in common — they're a big reason Coeur d'Alene is 7-0 and averaging 48.7 points per game, heading into Friday's state 5A quarterfinal matchup at home vs. Timberline of Boise.

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Playing the 5As was helpful for eventual state 4A volleyball champion Lakeland
Even though it didn't last in fall sports, the decision of Inland Empire League administrators to have the four 5A schools and three 4A schools play each other twice in one combined league this year seemed to have benefited the Lakeland High volleyball team, despite the results.
BIG SKY FOOTBALL: Spring schedule set; Teams to play six games starting Feb. 27
The 58th season of Big Sky football will kick off on Saturday, February 27, and conclude on Saturday, April 10. Two open dates are placed inside the schedule — March 20 and April 17 — to provide opportunities if needed for rescheduling games postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

NORTHWEST NOTES: Nov. 5, 2020
Gonzaga's Kispert, Boise State's Alston, Jr., named to Julius Erving Award Watch list

Hayden declines mask mandate
The council instead voted Wednesday night to issue a proclamation encouraging its citizens to wear masks.

Resort cancels lighting ceremony fireworks
Ellen Travolta's Christmas show also will not go ahead
No holiday fireworks, no Christmas show in downtown Coeur d'Alene this year

‘Karen did this’
Woman arrested for vandalizing political signs
COEUR d’ALENE — A woman was arrested this week after home security cameras reportedly showed her vandalizing political yard signs.

'Close' races weren't so close
Republicans have grand old day in local election
Wednesday morning's vote tally gave Mary Souza and Greg McKenzie last-minute turbo boosts to cruise to victory.

Bowling scores: Nov. 5, 2020
Local bowling results

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COVID-19 statistics

Worth the weight
Joshua Davis pulls pike from Lake Coeur d'Alene that narrowly missed state record
Big fish
Never too soon to talk about property taxes
Commissioners grapple with several ideas for 2021
Commissioner discuss possible state legislation
Homicide suspect arrested in Kootenai County
Man wanted in connection to Montana shooting
Montana homicide suspect arrested in Kootenai County
Scams to watch out for by subject line
There are some popular email subject lines that scammers are using
Spelling bee, RIP
NIC retires from involvement with North Idaho Regional Spelling Bee
NIC retires from involvement with North Idaho Regional Spelling Bee
Idiomata decoded, exploited
An idiom is a non-literal expression, when a group of
Sheriff's Blotter
Notable calls for the day!
RECORDS
Judgments
KEA launches search for director
KEA seeks new director
Rising cases means 'significant' community transmission
PHD outlines when to start, end isolation
PHD urges all to do part
County might help the sick and homeless
St. Vincent de Paul reaches out to local jurisdictions for housing aid

Two killed in car vs. semi-truck collision
Idaho State Police reports that on Nov. 4 at 4:18 a.m., a gold 1998 Nissan Maxima with three occupants was traveling westbound...

Paw Patrol
Idaho Fish and Game uses specially trained K-9s to investigate wildlife crimes
K9s crack down on wildlife crimes

Trail to Jimmy Smith Lake recently improved
Due to erosion and sloughing of trail, getting to the lake was a challenge
Jimmy Smith Lake access is better
Missoula woman dies in diving accident at Lake McDonald
Was part of a scuba group
18-year-old dies in Lake McDonald
Large tracts program maintains sportsmen's access to private timberlands
Take care of the great outdoors
Legals for November, 5 2020
Wednesday, November 4

With presidency in reach, Dems grapple with disappointment
WASHINGTON (AP) — Democrats went into Election Day hoping to reclaim

Trump sues in Pennsylvania, Michigan; asks for Wis. recount
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump campaign said it filed lawsuits Wednesday

Final local election results
Races all decided by 2:30 a.m.

THE CHEAP SEATS WITH STEVE CAMERON: We interrupt our regularly scheduled column ...
Everyone is totally caught up in the election results right now, so who would spend time trudging through my regular Wednesday column? Nah, I won't make you do it.
ALL-LEAGUE VOLLEYBALL
All-league teams announced

Team Dirtastic women win 25-hour motorcycle race
Team Dirtastic, consisting of five women from Idaho, Washington and Oregon, rode approximately 528 miles during the Starvation Ridge 25-Hour Motorcycle Race last weekend in in Centerville, Wash.
STATE VIRTUAL SWIMMING MEETS: State qualifiers announced
Due to the coronavirus pandemic, the Idaho High School Activities Association will conduct a virtual state swim meet this year. Final results will be released at noon on Friday.

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Katy Ryan, Lakeland High volleyball
Senior right side hitter Katy Ryan of Lakeland High is this week's Knudtsen Chevrolet Press Athlete of the Week.
Northwest Notes Nov. 4, 2020
Gonzaga junior Joel Ayayi on Tuesday was named to the Jerry West Award Watch List, which recognizes the top shooting guards in Division I men’s college basketball.

Norris in control
Sheriff campaign long, contentious
Voters elect county's law and order sheriff

Vehicle fee goes nowhere
Proposed vehicle registration fee largely opposed by county voters

Party politics pays off in NIC Trustee race
Local Republican endorsements help candidates cross the finish line for non-partisan positions.
Observe and report
Civic Engagement Alliance monitored electioneering, voter interference on Election Day
Civic Engagement Alliance kept eyes on electioneering, voter interference at polling places on Election Day
Youth Sports Nov. 4, 2020
Flag football, soccer and more

Randy Nell, 73
Randal LeRoy Nell, 73, passed away Sunday, Oct. 25, 2020, in Coeur

Renee Michelle Wolf
Renee Michelle Wolf passed away peacefully in Coeur d’Alene, on Oct.

Guy Edward and Betty Sue Poorman
Guy Edward Poorman went home to his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ,

William Gene Putren, 81
On Friday, Oct. 23, 2020, William Gene Putren passed away peacefully

COVID Watch
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MASKS: Mandate is reasonable
It amazes me to hear those who say mandating masks is an infringement on their liberties.
Idaho students have until Friday to seek emergency funds
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Idaho education officials say so many people have
No trick: 24 DUI arrests in North Idaho
Troopers say about half of drunken drivers located thanks to citizen calls
DUI drivers busted over Halloween weekend
ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Can low-light laser therapy improve brain function
With depression and Alzheimer’s on the rise, our brain health is understandably a top concern for most people these days.
ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Managing the (too much) sweetness of the holidays
We are quickly marching into the season where sugar abounds, and the temptations feel almost unbearable.
ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Trends in glassware
Trends are everywhere in every business. Wine clearly has them; we see varietals come in and out of vogue constantly.

Gunman who killed 4 in Vienna attack had sought to join IS
VIENNA (AP) — A man who had previously tried to join the Islamic State
ELECTION: And now…
It is the morning after. Whatever happened, happened. It’s over. It’s done.
Suffragist, poll workers heroes of the day
As someone who treasures the experience of going to my polling place on election day to cast my ballot, this year the Kootenai County Elections office and all of the poll workers are the unsung heroes. In a year where very few things have been as they were, walking into my Precinct 24 polling place as I have for over three decades, and seeing the familiar faces of the dedicated poll workers filled me with gratitude.
VISITORS: Stats suggest safety
Would the folks from states whose health officials wear clown outfits while announcing COVID-19 deaths — states that allow rioters to overrun major cities, burning and looting businesses, and maiming and murdering innocents, and then give the same get-out-of-jail-free cards — kindly butt out of our business.
MASKS: Supreme Court clarity
No, your rights under the U.S. Constitution are not being trampled when required to wear a mask or to quarantine.
Doomsday will just have to wait
This is America — and we'll be just fine.
DMV: Privatize it, Idaho
I really admire Idaho. You enforce the law. That alone sets you apart. But gosh Kootenai County, your DMV is the worst for getting into.
Kindness wins the day
Local philanthropists to be honored during ceremony Nov. 9
North Idaho individuals, organizations to receive Idaho Philanthropy Day awards Nov. 9
Changes coming to Benewah motor vehicles office
Will no longer conduct transactions for out-of-county customers
Changes coming to Benewah motor vehicles office

Op-Ed: Let’s focus on keeping our most important relationships strong
Something happened at my brother’s funeral that brought home to me what a wonderful person he was and how lucky we were in today’s divisive atmosphere to have a relationship of mutual love and respect.
COLUMN: Name that player
A comment on Anne M. Peterson’s column on college football, the first thing that came to my mind when I saw the photo and read the caption about Southern California quarterback Kedon Slovis on page 4 were the words from the Johnny Cash ballad, “A Boy Named Sue”…
NO BULL: Tribute to rodeo clown
I am sending this information about an interesting fellow I met while I was president of Panhandle Equine Rescue there in Coeur d’Alene.
Man accused of attacking girlfriend
COEUR d’ALENE — A man is in jail after police said he attacked his girlfriend and later kicked in her front door.
MAMMOGRAMS: For men too
Your reporter, Devin Weeks stated on Oct. 21 that funds are being raised to “provide mammograms to local women and men…”
MASKS: Mandates weaken people
To those who treat mask wearing like a simple issue, it’s not. Masks do deprive your body of oxygen.
REBUTTAL: Priest defends sermon
My parish was called out in a recent letter to the editor that objected to my sermon pointing out that the Nazis were socialists and pointing out President Trump’s pro-life record.
Legals for November, 4 2020
Tuesday, November 3
Long lines, enthusiasm but no major problems as US votes
Amid a global pandemic that defined a tumultuous presidential campaign, voters across the

Early voter turnout strong
No problems as ballots come in
Voters turning out early
Senate contest, both House races on Idaho ballot
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Three members of Idaho's U.S. congressional delegation

At last, Election Day!
Polls open 8 a.m.-8 p.m.; you can still register
Polls open at 8 a.m. and close at 8 p.m.

A nation divided
Kootenai County voters anticipate elections end

Mandate nets no fines in first week
Police receive 14 calls, respond to 3 calls about large gatherings
COEUR d’ALENE — One week after the Coeur d’Alene city council passed a mandate requiring masks in public places, police have yet to issue citations to people who do not comply.

Fast track back to class
Cd'A Schools cuts quarantine time when students are masked, tested
Coeur d'Alene School Board votes to reduce quarantine time for masked students who agree to be tested

COVID-19 Watch
COVID-19 statistics
Police: Man choked ex-girlfriend
COEUR d’ALENE — A man is in jail after police said he choked his ex-girlfriend.
Hayden cancels Veterans Day gathering
Video will be available to viewers
Due to the State of Idaho moving back into Stage 3 recently and the concern
Study: Idaho ninth most dangerous for workers
Eye-catching headline aside, this isn’t going where you might think
Sheriff's Blotter
Notable calls for the day!

Phyllis L. Peters
Phyllis L. Peters passed away on Oct. 29, 2020, at home, surrounded

Howard Charles 'Chuck' Dempsey
On Oct. 23, 2020, at 3:53 p.m. my world stopped. I lost the love

Betty Jean Boggs-Bonzey, 80
Beloved wife, mother, sister and friend, Betty Jean Bonzey, of Coeur
RECORDS
Judgments
Lethality rates in domestic violence cases rise
Local organization continues domestic violence resources during pandemic

Critters of North Idaho: Barn Swallow
Brrr! The snow and windchill always send shivers through my limbs,

Time to talk turkey
Contact The Press to share info about local holiday meal sites
Contact The Press to share info about free local Thanksgiving meals
Northwest Notes Nov. 3, 2020
Gonzaga incoming freshman Jalen Suggs was named Monday to the Bob Cousy Award Watch List, which recognizes the top point guards in Division I men's basketball.

Spirit Lake man arrested in domestic dispute
Kootenai County Sheriffs Office responded to a domestic dispute call
Legals for November, 3 2020
Monday, November 2

1 killed, several injured in Vienna attack, police say
VIENNA (AP) — An attack by multiple gunmen in Vienna left at least

Judge rejects GOP effort to throw out 127,000 Houston votes
HOUSTON (AP) — A federal judge on Monday rejected another last-ditch Republican effort to invalidate nearly 127,000 votes
14-Day Weather Chart
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Leading the nation in domestic violence rehab
Kootenai County receives nearly $150k to mentor courts nationwide

Never too late to say thanks
Woman hopes to find lifeguard who saved her three decades ago
Never too late to say thank you

COVID Watch
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THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Seahawks defense finally speaks up with its play
The Hawks’ 37-27 pummeling of the 49ers on Sunday afternoon at CenturyLink Field was not anywhere CLOSE to what that final score suggests.

Middle class Top 10 magnets
Idaho ranks in top 10 states for the middle class
School and Senior Meals
School and Senior Meals: Nov. 2-6

Top of the Middle
Idaho ranks No. 2 for middle class
A recent study ranked Idaho as the second-best state for the middle class, for the second year in a row.

Climate disasters breaking records
Weather disasters costing fortunes.
Legals for November, 2 2020
Sunday, November 1

STATE HIGH SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL: Lakeland romps in 4A for first state title; Coeur d'Alene third in 5A
The Lakeland Hawks won their first state volleyball title in school history, beating Middleton 25-18, 26-24, 25-23 in the state 4A championship match Saturday night at Kimberly High.

A tale of two mandates
Subtle differences in two mask laws — from their shared histories to their follow-throughs — created confusion for some.

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Quiet, please ... time for Seahawks, 49ers to renew rivalry
Just one week ago, the Seahawks were 5-0, an undefeated season was not out of the question, and The Great Russell Wilson was a shoe-in for MVP, in the minds of Seattle fans.

Premier Vendor Mall opens in Post Falls
Business Bits for Nov. 1

MOMENTS, MEMORIES and MADNESS with STEVE CAMERON: Sometimes you just have to tell your analytics to shut up
I’d like to be enjoying the Dodgers’ great run through the playoffs — I would, honestly, because it was terrific — but my memory of the World Series finale will always be clouded.
PREP FOOTBALL: Lakeside overwhelmed in playoff opener
Lakeside, at state for the first time since 2001, finished 4-3.
STATE CROSS COUNTRY: Bear Lake snaps Soda Springs' girls state title run at 14
Bear Lake finished with four state medalists to win the state 2A girls championship on Saturday at the Portneuf Wellness Complex. With the win, Bear Lake snaps Soda Springs’ run of 14-straight state championships dating back to 2006.
MASKS: In the name of love
MASKS: In the name of love

Darrel Justice Carlson, 81
Darrel passed away peacefully on Oct. 24, 2020 at the
Chuck Dempsey
Born Howard Charles Dempsey on Aug. 2, 1931, in Chester

Cheri Millicent Ross
Cheri Millicent Ross passed away on Oct. 17, 2020, at
CRIME: Don’t go soft, judges
CRIME: Don’t go soft, judges
THANKS: Helped by great guys
THANKS: Helped by great guys
Undecideds: a local rarity
But there are still some votes up for grabs
This year's crop of undecided voters have choices to weigh.
WORMWOOD: Clues from asteroids
WORMWOOD: Clues from asteroids

Mark Spleiss
Mark Spleiss passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, Oct. 11
Early voting ends as county gears up for election of a lifetime
Elections Office, candidates endured election cycle like no other
Big Day nearly here at last
The best vote is an informed vote.
GROWTH: Slower is better
GROWTH: Slower is better
RECALL: Unite against it
RECALL: Unite against it

Cd'A price-cut-a-palooza
Neighborhood of the Week: Nov. 1
Terrance 'Terry' Hendrickx
Terrance “Terry” Hendrickx began his journey on Jan. 15
MACKAY: Remembering a legend
The dominant sports media personality in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area for most of the last 75-plus years never played any of the games he wrote about and never made it to college, much less journalism school.
HOLIDAYS: How to save them
HOLIDAYS: How to save them