Monday, May 31
THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: If the M's can get healthy, and keep pitching ...
IN THIS case, the pen is mightier than the bat — to twist an old phrase.

Flags & Faith
About 150 attend ceremonies on Sunday at St.Thomas Cemetery
Gathering at St. Thomas

County: Budget additions won't fly
Department heads worry about staff shortages, burnout
County cuts focus on retaining rather than recruiting

Record high temp could be tested Wednesday
Hot and dry? You want it, you got it.

THE VETERANS' PRESS: What we learned
In December 2020, we published an article about our volunteer organization Veterans Help Net.
LEGION BASEBALL: Lums lose twice, but will play for tourney title
The Lums will play for the championship at the Missoula Mavericks Memorial Day Tournament today.

COVID-19 Watch
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THE VETERANS' PRESS: Inside and underneath Arlington National Cemetery
It’s about 3 p.m. on Memorial Day at Arlington National Cemetery.
THE VETERANS' PRESS: Hey veterans, did you know?
VA Healthcare and Disability Compensation are two completely separate programs
Did you know — that just because the VA is paying for your hearing aids does not automatically mean that the VA has service connected your hearing loss with your military service.
THE VETERANS' PRESS: Securing survivor benefits
Pension: A VA Survivors Pension offers monthly payments to qualified surviving spouses and unmarried dependent children of wartime veterans who meet certain income and net worth limits set by Congress.

THE VETERANS' PRESS: LEST WE FORGET…
I never got to be a Poppy Girl. Yes…POPPY GIRL…in CAPITAL letters.
THE VETERANS' PRESS: History of 'The Star Spangled Banner’
On March 3, 1931, U.S. President Herbert Hoover signed an act that officially made “The Star Spangled Banner” the national anthem for the United States. Before this time, the United States had been without any national anthem.
THE VETERANS' PRESS: North Idaho Resource Directory
Every county and state has a Veteran Affairs office to answer questions about benefits and provide assistance. There are also other useful resources for veterans in the Inland Northwest.
THE VETERANS' PRESS: The history of Memorial Day
Memorial Day, originally called Decoration Day, is a day to remember those who have died in our nation’s service.
Zags not selected to host NCAA baseball regional
The Gonzaga Bulldogs, despite winning the West Coast Conference, were not selected as one of the 16 host schools for this weekend's NCAA baseball regionals.
ISP arrests man after high-speed chase
Man arrested after high-speed chase, exiting vehicle holding a hatchet.
School and Senior Meals
School and Senior Meals: May 31 - June 4
Legals for May, 31 2021
Sunday, May 30
Former Vandal players, coaches honor Erickson
Former Idaho Vandals who played and coached with former Vandal coach Dennis Erickson gathered on May 22 at the Hayden Lake Country Club to honor Erickson on his induction into the College Football Hall of Fame.
IRON WOOD THROWS CLASSIC: Locals get in the ring on second day
After resting some general soreness on Friday, Matt Ward just was looking for some fun on Saturday afternoon.

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Unusual plays not just limited to big-leaguers
Then a ball came rolling toward me. Where did that come from?

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: A salute to women, including one who left us far too soon
We’ve gotten used to the idea of Gonzaga recruiting at the top, competing for the very best players available to college basketball. The Zags men, that is. However, the Gonzaga women are now climbing up toward that same heady level.
LEGION BASEBALL: Lums open season with two wins at Missoula tourney
Jackson Scherr had five of Coeur d’Alene’s 22 hits on the day, and the Lumbermen “AA” squad opened its American Legion season by beating the Bitterroot Red Sox 14-4 in five innings, and the Missoula Mavericks 8-2 on Saturday at Ogren Park on the first day of the Missoula Mavericks Memorial Day Tournament.

'A story that has to be told'
Keith Knight wants people to know of the sacrifices of the Halsey family
Finding the Cost of Freedom
A new era in the air
No Limits Aviation owner buys Brooks Seaplanes, plans to grow aviation community
No Limits Aviation owner buys Brooks Seaplanes, has plans to grow aviation community in North Idaho

Cd'A Fire Chief Gabriel honored with lifetime achievement award
Surprise! Family was Zooming over his shoulder
The Idaho Fire Chiefs Association handed out only their second lifetime achievement award in its history to Gabriel earlier this month.

Commercial, residential building coming to Riverstone
Business Bits column for May 30

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CAMERON: A plus for Press
I got a hearty laugh at Steve Cameron’s reference to the Finnish practice of “binge drinking at home in your underpants.”
KCRCC: Yet another opportunity
Brent Regan and his KCRCC need to hurry to Dalton Gardens, since it should be an easy takeover target.
‘NEWS’: Check their agenda
My mom instilled in me the responsibility to think for myself.

More west Post Falls — updates on Woodbridge South
Neighborhood of the Week: May 30
INSURRECTION: We must have answers
Perhaps I am missing the latest political jousting surrounding a Commission to review the lead up and actual storming of the Capitol in Washington, D.C., on Jan. 6.
WAKES: Common sense needed
I’ve lived on the Spokane River for 22 years.
Fire up grill, dust off civics
With glorious forecast ahead, let's remember to pause at 3 p.m. tomorrow.
VACCINE: Let’s kill COVID
COVID cases are falling rapidly, almost plummeting, in states where vaccination rates are 50-60%.
STATUE: Where did the moose go?
As I was driving my elderly mother to a medical appointment, she asked about the moose that used to stand by the Kootenai Health sign.
Memorial Day ceremonies
Memorial Day ceremonies this holiday weekend
Brett Brayton, 57
Brett Colby Brayton 57, of Coeur d'Alene, ID, passed away May 18th, 2021.
Mary Johnson, 82
On Flag Day, July 14, 1939 Henry and Laura Engelhaupt welcomed Mary to their family.
Jay William Clendenin, 82
Jay William Clendenin, Jr., aka “Santa,” age 82, passed away on May 26, 2021, at his home in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.

Eugene 'Gene' Daniel Betts, 87
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MACKAY: The power of negotiation
Perhaps the most stressful part of any deal is the negotiation process that leads to a signature on the dotted line.
HIGH-A WEST BASEBALL: Indians outduel Eugene
David Hill allowed two hits over six innings, striking out seven for the Spokane Indians in a 4-2 win over the Eugene Emeralds in High-A West baseball in front of 676 at PK Park on Saturday.
Saturday, May 29

State GOP lawmakers try to limit teaching about race, racism
State GOP lawmakers try to limit teaching about race, racism

More than 200 bodies found at Indigenous school in Canada
More than 200 bodies found at Indigenous school in Canada

More states ease lingering virus rules as vaccine rates rise
More states ease lingering virus rules as vaccine rates rise

IRON WOOD THROWS CLASSIC: A successful start in the throws
It was beginning that could set the tone for a good weekend in the eyes of T'Mond Johnson in the men's shot put. Today, is where the six-time Sun Belt Conference champion wants to finish things.

THE FRONT ROW WITH JASON ELLIOTT: Taking it, and running toward the gold
You’d think just by looking at the results that the Lake City girls relay team of Hailey Parks, Keturah Vogel-Greenwood, Georgia Whitehead and Angelyca Chapman had to be coached constantly, with every single move looked at and discussed by their coaches. Nope, not even close.

Governor rips McGeachin executive order
North Idaho figures share criticism for potentially unlawful action
North Idaho figures share criticism for potentially unlawful action

Whalen announces retirement from PHD
Last day will be June 30
Whalen announces retirement from PHD

Traffic, school, construction clash on Moselle Drive
Traffic, school, construction clash on Moselle Drive

'A pillar in our community”
Compton remembered as a family man who displayed integrity, love
Dick Compton remembered

COVID-19 Watch
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Former state rep sentencing June 22
The former Idaho lawmaker faces a maximum of five years in prison after his January 2020 conviction for conspiring to defraud the government in a tax scheme with his client.
Northwest Notes May 29, 2021
Gonzaga’s Corey Kispert was named the 2020-21 CoSIDA Academic All-America Team Member of the Year for Division I men's basketball.

Man charged for possessing stolen car
A man who has been in jail since February for allegedly attacking his roommate with a hatchet is facing new felony charges.

McHugh resigns from Republican Central Committee
The longtime Republican said he's making way to get new blood into the KCRCC.

Man accused of jewelry theft
A man is facing multiple felony charges after he was accused of stealing jewelry worth thousands of dollars.

Mineral Ridge trails reopen
IDL urges hikers to stay on paths
IDL urges hikers to stay on paths
Deputies gear up for the Memorial Day Weekend
Deputies gear up for the Memorial Day Weekend

Leonard Bright, 84
Leonard A. Bright, 84, passed away on Monday, May 17, 2021 in Careywood, Idaho.

Local bowling group honors Durk, Cook
Mike Durk and Elaine Cook were honored recently by the Greater Coeur d'Alene USBC Hall of Fame.
Out-of-staters' impact
Image my surprise when I saw the pie shaped graphs of homeownership in the Luxury Lifestyle Magazine of North Idaho issue No. 6 2021 edition.

Elia Kubista, 103
Elia Kubista was born on March 5, 1918 in New York City to Italian immigrants Giuseppe and Maria Vergano.

Mitchell Tapia, 71
Mitchell W. Tapia, 71 of Spirit Lake, Idaho, passed away at home Sunday, May 9, 2021.
Inland NW Council hires Escobar
Inland NW Council hires Escobar
New software aims to speed up operations
Kootenai County Community Development offers training session late July

The miracle called Patty Duke
At age 16, Patty Duke became the youngest person

Stand up to housing takeover
We should make housing available to locals first.

Stuff the Bus for Post Falls schools
Students collecting nonperishable foods, diapers Tuesday through Friday
Drop off nonperishable food items, diapers at any Post Falls elementary school Tuesday through Friday to help students Stuff the Bus

Mary Skinner, 91
Mary Alice (Buhl) Skinner, 91, passed away surrounded by her family at her home in Hayden, Idaho on May 22, 2021.

Helen Rosella Gross, 92
Our beloved Mother and Grandmother, Helen Rosella Gross, 92, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by family on January 3, 2021.
Legals for May, 29 2021
Friday, May 28

Sheriff: Rail yard shooter stockpiled guns, ammo at his home
Rail yard shooter

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 34: Headlines from 5/26 thru 5/28
In this episode of the North Idaho Now Podcast, Chanse Watson and Madison Hardy go over the latest news coming out of the Coeur'd Alene/Post Falls Press, the Bonner County Daily Bee, the Bonners Ferry Herald, and the Shoshone News-Press from May 26 to 28.

3 officers plead not guilty in Black man's restraint death
3 officers plead not guilty in Black man's restraint death

Farm laborer guilty in 2018 stabbing death of Iowa runner
Farm laborer guilty in 2018 stabbing death of Iowa runner

Biden's $6T budget: Social spending, taxes on business
Biden budget boom

European regulator recommends Pfizer shot for children 12-15
European regulator recommends Pfizer shot for children 12-15

GOP blocks bipartisan probe of deadly Jan. 6 riot at Capitol
GOP blocks bipartisan probe of deadly Jan. 6 riot at Capitol
Bear injures hiker in Yellowstone National Park
Bear injures hiker in Yellowstone National Park

Gov. Little repeals lieutenant governor’s mask-mandate ban
Idaho governor calls executive order ‘irresponsible, self-serving’

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: The week lovable Phil channeled his inner Tiger
Phil Mickelson has always had as much talent as Tiger Woods. There, I’ve said it, and now perhaps I should offer a blanket apology to everyone I’ve offended.
We have liftoff
Silverwood's Stunt Pilot coaster an aerial adventure, opens to the public Saturday
Silverwood's Stunt Pilot coaster an aerial adventure - ribbon cutting is Saturday

LEGION BASEBALL: Lums making strides with new coach Taylor
Coeur d'Alene to open AA season Saturday at Missoula tourney
There’s a lot of unknown when it comes to the 2021 Coeur d’Alene Lumbermen ‘AA’ legion baseball team. What first-year coach Darren Taylor does know is that his team will compete, be quick and battle.

Hearing delayed for accused sexual abuser
A man accused of attempting to fondle a child in Walmart remains in jail on $200,000 bond.

United they stand
North Idaho College trustees take first steps following accreditation investigation
Weekend TV/Radio highlights
Television and radio highlights for upcoming weekend
EMERGENCY: Grateful for help
This is a shout out to the 9-1-1 operator, the fire department medics, the ambulance crew, the KH Emergency Department doctors, nurses, pulmonary therapist and other staff who fixed my problem and got me quickly back on my feet.

Key questions - and people - identified
Optional forms of government panel laying out path ahead
Optional forms of government study commission mapS out schedule for stakeholder interviews
Bang for buck blossoms with infrastructure
You can't go wrong spending money on roads, bridges and broadband and other critical infrastructure.
CDA Marathon on Sunday
CDA Marathon on Sunday
WOLVES: The damage they do
A recent letter to the editor stated that wolves are good for Idaho.
190 OSB sheets reported stolen
190 OSB sheets reported stolen
URD: Not really urban
Regarding the article on the two “pending” Urban Renewal Districts (URD) in Post Falls.

Police: Man hid drugs in engine compartment
Police arrested a man who allegedly hid meth in his car’s engine compartment.
VACCINE: Explaining hesitancy
Gov. Little is welcoming questions regarding “vaccine hesitancy.”
DALTON: No confidence in mayor
Many have weighed in on the situation in Dalton Gardens.
VACCINE: Stop fear tactics
It appears many governmental agencies are attempting to make 99% of the population fear those unvaccinated from a virus that doesn’t kill 99% of those infected by it. Why?

Movers & Shakers
Movers & Shakers: May 28
VACCINE: Won’t be bullied
I want to address the issue of COVID vaccines.

Op-Ed: McGeachin: ‘Status quo has got to go’
So much for the lieutenant governor’s job being a soft-landing place, and automatic ticket, to a higher political office.
DALTON: Rooting out distrust
Did this happen in Dalton Gardens? Could it happen elsewhere in Kootenai County?

Huckleberries: When the smelter stacks fell
John Austin of Pinehurst watched them go up in the mid-1970s and, together with more than 4,000 spectators, saw them fall on May 26, 1996.

Travel numbers climb as Americans hit the road for holiday
Travel numbers climb as Americans hit the road for holiday

James McDonnell, 78
James Eugene McDonnell, EdD, born May 26, 1943, passed on May 18, 2021 at the Schneidmiller House in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho after a year-long battle with cancer.

William Gagner, 47
William James Gagner “Bill/Billy,” 47, of Post Falls, Idaho.

Art on the Green staging comeback
Watercolor by Karin Austin will lead the way
After a 2020 hiatus due to COVID-19, the iconic three-day event will return to Coeur d'Alene July 30 through August 1.
Northwest Notes May 28, 2021
Six Washington State football games, five home and one road, have been picked as part of the Pac-12 Conference's 2021 early television selections, the conference announced Thursday.
ENT Movie times
Movie times

Charlotte Keane, 92
Charlotte Keane, 92, of Coeur d'Alene died May 16, 2021.
Donald Dethloff, 78
Donald James Dethloff, Sr., of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, passed into peace on May 18th, 2021.

ENT Filmed in the beautiful Inland Northwest
Singer Kika Morelan, The Song Mill Studios release new music videos
Singer Kika Morelan, The Song Mill Studios release new music videos
Legals for May, 28 2021
Thursday, May 27

Faith, political leaders unite in rally against antisemitism
Faith, political leaders unite in rally against antisemitism

Arizona charge sought for woman accused in Idaho killings
Arizona charge sought for woman accused in Idaho killings

With Little gone, Lt. Gov. McGeachin issues executive order banning Idaho mask mandates
McGeachin announced the order on social media Thursday morning.
U.S. stocks rise as economy shows signs of improvement
U.S. stocks rise

Study seeks origins of ghost nets that haunt Hawaii's shores
Ghost nets haunt Hawaii's shores

Physician warns Tokyo Olympics could spread variants
Physician warns Tokyo Olympics could spread variants
Murder charges filed against officers in Black man's death
Murder charges filed against officers in Black man's death

Boris Johnson defends virus record after ex-aide's attack
Boris Johnson defends virus record

'A whirlwind': 1st Ohio vaccine lottery winners speak out
'A whirlwind': 1st Ohio vaccine lottery winners speak out

Sheriff: Gunman appeared to target some victims at rail yard
Sheriff: Gunman appeared to target some victims at rail yard
Clark Fork rises to minor flood stage above Missoula
Clark Fork rises
Lt. Gov. McGeachin, acting governor, bans mask mandates
McGeachin bans mask mandates

Powerful Idaho House speaker to run for lieutenant governor
House speaker to run for Lt. Gov.

'Nothing looks good' preparing for summer wildfire season
Fire season
Ecology issues drought advisory for most of Washington
Driest March-April since 1926 prompts first-time use of new early warning tool
Ecology issues drought advisory for most of Washington
Jury convicts man in 1995 cold case murder in Burley
Jury convicts man in 1995 cold case murder in Burley
THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Missing Cd'A, Lake City at state softball — but not the rain
Just when spring high school sports returned to some semblance of normal this year, a very abnormal thing happened.

COLLEGE MEN'S BASKETBALL: Timme to return to Gonzaga for junior year
Gonzaga forward Drew Timme, who led the West Coast Conference in scoring last season, announced Wednesday that he will return for his junior season with the Bulldogs and won’t pursue professional options.
IRON WOOD THROWS CLASSIC: Records just a throw away in Rathdrum
Last August, with a limited crowd in attendance, a new American record was notched in the women’s discus at the Iron Wood Throws Center in Rathdrum. As for what happens in this year’s Iron Wood Throws Classic, we’ll just have to wait and see.

AT COLLEGE: May 27, 2021
Updates on area athletes in college

Dalton Gardens needs another vote to stay open
Mayor Dan Edwards said the city erred in its Monday council meeting, that the approval Teresa Janzen to clerk requires three 'yes' votes, and that an emergency meeting is being put together for this afternoon at 4 p.m.

'We salute it every time'
Youth place flags at veteran gravesites in advance of Memorial Day
'We salute it every time'

A gift, not a privilege
Commissioners and Spokane River resident express views on waterways ordinance
Commissioners and Spokane River resident express views on waterways ordinance

Preparation is key
City staff talk about growth in the River City
City staff talk about growth in the River City
Northwest Notes May 27, 2021
The Mountain West announced its CBS Sports national television package for the 2021 football season Wednesday, which includes each of the Boise State football team’s four conference road games.

COVID-19 Watch
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Signing photos May 27, 2021
Timberlake High seniors Brooke Jessen and Taryn Soumas, and Coeur d'Alene High senior Angela Goggin recently signed letters of intent to continue their athletic careers in college.

'Quick response' crew betters Tubbs Trails
'Quick Response' betters Tubbs Trails

3 North Fork campgrounds to remain closed for 2021
The North Fork of the Coeur d’Alene River has been a growing summer hot spot over the past few seasons, but this year it could be even tighter quarters for those seeking refuge on the river.
Pet etiquette: Please ask first
Before reaching out for a well-intended pat on the head, check with the dog's owner first.

Movers & Shakers
Movers & Shakers: May 27

Sex offender arrested again
COEUR d’ALENE — Police arrested a registered sex offender this week who has reportedly been charged with more than 30 crimes since 2004.
Montana pair caught in stolen car
Police arrested two Montana residents who were reportedly driving a stolen car.
Isn't life grand?
Local woman donates $15,000 grand piano to Cd'A Music Conservatory
Local woman donates $15,000 grand piano to Cd'A Music Conservatory
Return of 'Ride the Wall'
June 21 fundraiser takes cyclists on scenic, history route
Return of 'Ride the Wall'
Sheriff's blotter
Sheriff's blotter
Large lakes and reservoirs are great destinations for Memorial Day weekend
Large lakes and reservoirs are great destinations for Memorial Day weekend

Alessandro Chiappe, 85
Alessandro Chiappe, 85, died May 23, 2021 with his family by his side in Hayden Lake, Idaho.

Fishing forecast for lake trout in Priest Lake
Fishing forecast for lake trout in Priest Lake

The psychology behind all those scams
Don’t kid yourself, scammers use psychological tactics to rip off their victims.
Legals for May, 27 2021
Wednesday, May 26

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: A toast to Godoy — however he fits into M's, baseball history
Let’s talk about strange things. In sports, that naturally will lead us to baseball — where odd and puzzling have always been normal.

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Angelyca Chapman, Lake City High School
Lake City High senior Angelyca Chapman is this week's Knudsten Chevrolet Athlete of the Week
All-league teams May 26, 2021
All-league teams for baseball, softball announced.
Northwest Notes May 26, 2021
The Pac-12 Conference announced Tuesday a new 10-year annual rotation of men's basketball conference opponents to begin with the 2021-22 season.

The Kroc continues to rock
One year after COVID closures, Cd'A Kroc Center celebrates 12th anniversary
Kroc Center doing back and better 12 years after opening, a year after pandemic closures

Whittling down
Fiscal year 2022 budget presents new challenges for Kootenai County
Fiscal year 2022 budget presents new challenges for Kootenai County

Water sports live on
Commissioner says wake surfing on Spokane River still possible following ordinance repeal

Fight to save open space could include park-like package
The Regional Housing and Growth Partnership met for the next step in a long flight of stairs to solve growth issues.

COVID-19 Watch
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PARTISANSHIP: A fact of life
I think we are quite naive if we believe that any elected position is not subject to partisanship.
‘Indoctrination’ witch hunt comes up short
Over 100 students gathered at the Idaho Statehouse in protest of the Legislature’s H337 bill aimed at 'indoctrination' of students in its schools, including reference to “critical race theory.”

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Seasonal allergies: Symptomatic relief and deeper healing
Are you miserable in the spring and fall? Are you dependent on Claritin, Zyrtec, or Allegra to get you through?
LIBRARY: Inauspicious chapter begins
I’m ecstatic with the library election results.
HISTORY: A political lesson
As a former history teacher, I object to being referred to as “Socialist/Communist Teachers Union” in Terry Traub’s letter.
VACCINES: The best approach
Headline: Little: Idaho can overcome vaccine hesitancy.
SESSION: Legislative success stories
According to your May 12 editorial, “the 2021 session of the Idaho Legislature might go down as one of the least productive in the state’s history.”

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 — An ending
Wow, where to start with this one? Fleur de Sel Restaurant closed on Thursday.
COMPLAINT: Electioneering eyesore
Dear Mr. Brannon, This is an official complaint related to the electioneering that was observed by me and others in the community on May 18.
RITA: The carousel crusader
Thanks to The Press for the article recognizing Rita Sims Snyder’s contribution to the success of the Coeur d’Alene Carousel.

Youth Sports May 26, 2021
Soccer, volleyball and more
Rain doesn't dampen summer fire danger
Sunny, warm in forecast for Memorial Day
Rain doesn't dampen summer fire danger
Man charged with felony drug possession
Police arrested a man with a history of felony convictions this week after they allegedly found illegal pain pills in his car.
Memorial Day: We will always remember
Main Street column for May 26
David Hart, 55
Hart, David J., beloved husband, father and friend, mainly known as “Dave”, 55, of Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, passed away on April 29, 2021 in Coeur d' Alene, Idaho.
Eleanor Howes, 98
Howes, Eleanor Florence Tocaben, 98, passed away on May 20, 2021 in American Falls, Idaho.

Cd'A council wishes Dan English a speedy recovery
The longtime Coeur d'Alene public servant said he expects to be in Kootenai Health for another few weeks.

Classic fundraiser
Classical Christian Academy gives away car in partnership with George Gee
Classic fundraiser
Sheriff's blotter
Sheriff blotter

Charles (Chuck) Jackson, 82
Charles R. Jackson (Chuck), 82, passed away May 20, 2021 at Schneidmiller Hospice House in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.

Pat Harrell, 67
Pat leaves behind a legacy of joyful service to Jesus Christ, a calling he lived out by serving all of those around him.

200K Idahoans ready to roll
Memorial Day gas prices will be most expensive since 2014
Memorial Day gas prices will be most expensive since 21014

Jack Sizemore, 61
Sizemore, Jack Wayne, age 61, passed away on May 15, 2021 at Schneidmiller Hospice House of Hayden, Idaho.

CDA forester to speak before Congressional Committee
CDA's Craig Foss talks forest health
Legals for May, 26 2021
Tuesday, May 25

New compound forming, residents present zoning violations to commissioners
Concerned residents of Boundary County near the Moyie River along Earl Lane Road spoke to county commissioners on Tuesday, May 25, about an alleged “Ruby Ridge-style” compound forming in Boundary.

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 33: Headlines from 5/22 thru 5/25
In this episode of the North Idaho Now Podcast, Chanse Watson and Madison Hardy go over the latest news coming out of the Coeur'd Alene/Post Falls Press, the Bonner County Daily Bee, and the Shoshone News-Press from May 22 to 25.

Isenberg gets life in prison
Cd'A woman who stole from nonprofit killed her husband
Laurcene “Lori” Isenberg will spend at least 30 years in prison after pleading guilty to her husband’s murder.

Dalton Gardens leaves window open after nominating clerk
The nomination of the outgoing deputy clerk Teresa Janzen to town clerk could keep City Hall open, but only if she accepts the position.

Commissioners make waves on waterway decision
Split vote repeals 150-foot no excessive wake ordinance

Blind youngsters 'see' their Idaho
Program helps visually impaired educationally and socially
New group My Environment introduces blind, visually impaired youths to Idaho

COVID-19 Watch
COVID-19 statistics
Few: Transfer portal creating chaos in college hoops
Zags Tracker for May 25

Nuts! CDA resident wins humorous speech contest
Laughter is the best medicine

Movers & Shakers
Movers & Shakers: May 25
Sentencing: Deciding what's fair
Whether a sentence seems too harsh or too lenient, a number of factors have gone into each sentencing decision.
Local kids win scholarships
Local kids win scholarships

Hospice to host grief seminars
Workshops with author, educator Alan Wolfelt are Thursday, Friday
Author, educator, grief counselor Alan Wolfelt will present workshops at Hospice of North Idaho Thursday, Friday
Idaho crash fatalities down in 2020
U.S. highway deaths on rise
Idaho crash fatalities down in 2020

Elizabeth Jean McCauley, 97
Elizabeth Jean Todd McCauley died May 18, 2021, in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.

Sheriff: One chance to get it right
Norris explains why his office needs more funding
Norris calls for leaders to develop strategic plan to combat growth

Sex offender charged with failure to register
A man is facing a felony charge after police said he failed to register as a sex offender when he moved to Idaho about 20 years ago.

Memorial Day ceremonies this holiday weekend
Memorial Day weekend
Chip Shots May 25, 2021
Results from area leagues
Legals for May, 25 2021
Monday, May 24

Isenberg gets life sentence
Laurcene “Lori” Isenberg will spend at least 30 years in prison after pleading guilty to her husband’s murder.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Mariners ailing, in more ways than one
Can the Mariners pry themselves out of this Porta-Potty, maybe sometime before next season?

NIC plans no tax hike
Budget expected to increase slightly for several reasons
North Idaho College anticipates financial strength in 2022
Human rights group emerges from pandemic
Honors five locals in special weekend ceremony
The Kootenai County Task Force on Human Relations awarded five people for their service to human and civil rights Saturday, both in the annals of our past and in the here and now.

Blackwell Island boat launch to open Thursday
Blackwell Island boat launch to open Thursday

Lunar display headed your way
teaser here

COVID-19 Watch
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School and Senior Meals
School and Senior Meals: May 24-28
Legals for May, 24 2021
Sunday, May 23

HOT. DRY. DANGEROUS.
Drought conditions set up potential for more forests to burn this summer
Hot, dry, dangerous

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Baseball suggestions, and a hope for an ex-Zag in Tucson
Wondering if War Memorial Field in Sandpoint, with its new artificial turf field and its baseball diamond backing up against the Pend Oreille River, would ever be considered as a host site for the state 4A baseball tournament?

Spirit Lake Cardboard Boat Regatta cruises on its inaugural run
Saturday's launch of the Chamber of Commerce event brought packed crowds to the north shore.

STATE TRACK AND FIELD: Golden girl
Lake City's Chapman wins two races, anchors two winning relays; Timberlake's Craven, Charter's Cutler also among state champs
Once Lake City High senior Angelyca Chapman had her sights on Capital’s Megan Rose in the first 100 meters of the state 5A 200-meter dash, it was pretty clear.
STATE SOFTBALL: Three area teams finish fourth
Post Falls, Timberlake, St. Maries bring home trophies
It was a bittersweet ride home for the Post Falls Trojans from the state 5A softball tournament on Saturday. The Trojans’ run at state ended with an 8-3 loss to Rocky Mountain of Meridian in their first game of the day Saturday morning, in a game moved to Skyview Park when rain made the field at Mountain View High in Meridian unplayable.

Terraza Waterfront Cafe to open Monday
Business Bits for May 23

MOMENTS, MEMORIES and MADNESS with STEVE CAMERON: If pros think Kiawah Island is brutal, I know where the wind is much worse
So, Bryson and Brooks can just enjoy that beautiful weather at Kiawah, cash those fat checks, but… Please don’t tell us what a miserable slog it was. I’ve got just the spot if you REALLY want to suffer.
STATE BASEBALL: Viks battle back for consolation title
By the third day of the state tournament, it comes down to grit and heart. And in the last two weeks, nobody played with more grit and heart than the Coeur d’Alene Vikings did.

STATE TENNIS: Lakeland's Malika Warnick places third in 4A; Hawks fourth
Lakeland High junior Malika Warnick was the top local finisher, beating Caldwell’s Sadie Oesch 8-4 to capture third-place in the state 4A tennis tournament on Saturday afternoon.

Hagadone Directories takes home multiple industry awards, Publisher James Hail re-elected to board of directors position
Memphis, TN --- Hagadone Directories,
REFLECTING: And feeling grateful
I am going on 83 years old and enjoying good health.
It's not too late to right Dalton ship
City on verge of having to close City Hall.

Milestone Announcements
See who's celebrating!
GOVERNMENT: Try this on
I saw the article in the Coeur d’Alene Press about a commission studying optional forms of government.

Business courses offer opportunities to upskill
For many students, going to college is an investment in the future, but there are opportunities for working professionals and their employers to reap immediate returns at North Idaho College.
DALTON: Joke’s on you
Serves you right, Dalton Gardens!
MACKAY: Don't be afraid to have fun!
Novelist Kurt Vonnegut Jr. learned a valuable lesson at age 15 that shaped his life and may shape yours.
BIDEN: Leadership lacking
President Joe Biden has told Israel’s PM Benjamin Netanyahu he expects a “significant de-escalation” in the Gaza conflict.
RACISM: It’s not fascism
I’m writing in response to Pat Evans who responded to Gayla Moseley’s earlier letter regarding today’s Republican Party being autocratic and leaning toward fascism.
DALTON: Just start over
I remember back on Nov. 5, 2019, election day when Dalton Gardens’ current city council was literally dancing in the street in anticipation of their win.
WAKES: Educate and enforce
I am against the proposed ordinance to ban all wake boating and towed water sports on the Spokane River.

Gabrio Estates and more near McGuire Road in Post Falls
Neighborhood of the Week: May 23
North Idaho 14-day weather forecast
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William 'Bill' J. Willoughby, 92
William "Bill" J. Willoughby Bill passed away at home on May 19th, 2021.
Sandpoint's bell is home at last
The bell's journey home is a tale 70 years in the making.

Isaac R. Gimlen
Isaac R Gimlen entered into rest on May 17th, 2021. He was born on Feb. 24th, 1927
Saturday, May 22

STATE TRACK AND FIELD: First confidence, then titles for Jeffs
Timberlake High senior sweeps in 3A discus, shot put on Friday at Middleton High

THE FRONT ROW WITH JASON ELLIOTT: Ending with an expected outcome
We made it. At some point today, whether it’s early in the morning or later this evening, the sun will set on the 2020-21 prep sports season. Sure, it might not have gone as planned, but we made it.
STATE SOFTBALL: Post Falls still in hunt for title
Timberlake, St. Maries also remain alive in losers bracket
Post Falls, Timberlake and St. Maries all secured trophies, and all remain alive after Friday's play in state softball. Lakeland went two-and-out.
STATE 5A BASEBALL: Viks to play for trophy after Shepard's gem
Coeur d'Alene lefty strikes out 12 in 5-1 win over Highland High of Pocatello
STATE TENNIS: Area athletes in fight for third
The Coeur d’Alene boys doubles team of Chris Swider and Alexander Nipp, as well as the girls doubles team of Maggie Bloom and Sarah Wilkey remain in contention for third place in the state 5A tennis tournament after a rainy first day in the Boise area.

Little: Idaho can overcome vaccine hesitancy
Gov. Little was in Post Falls Friday to discuss the legislative session, but the conversation quickly turned to COVID-19 concerns, vaccinations and politics.

Five deaths connected to overdoses
Police issue another warning about fentanyl
5 deaths connected to overdoses

Isenberg sentencing will stream Monday
Convicted embezzler Laurcene “Lori” Isenberg will be sentenced for her husband’s murder on Monday.
Benevolent bucks
Cd'A Rotary distributes $46,000 to area causes, nonprofits
Coeur d'Alene Rotary distributes $46,000 in grants to area causes, nonprofits

COVID-19 Watch
COVID-19 statistics
Northwest Notes May 22, 2021
Eastern Washington names new women's basketball coach

Urban renewal projects closer to bearing fruit
Kootenai County discusses development with Post Falls
Kootenai County discusses development with Post Falls

Celebrating Camp Easton
Anniversary party slated for June 12
Celebrating Camp Easton
Architerra Homes partners with Ronald McDonald House Charities
Donation for a 10-night stay for every home sold
Architerra helps Ronald McDonald House
NIC board to meet Wednesday
NIC board to meet Wednesday
Don't surrender waterways to outsiders
Outsiders trying to control Idaho’s waterways This Monday, May 24, a critical vote goes before our Kootenai County commissioners.

Jimmy Magnuson, 36
On Monday, May 17, 2021, beloved son, brother, artist, musician, outdoorsman and loyal friend to many, Jimmy (Harry James II) Magnuson passed away at the age of 36.

Post Falls man charged with rape
A man is facing multiple felony charges after police said he raped a child several years ago.
Legals for May, 22 2021
Friday, May 21

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 32: Headlines from 5/19 thru 5/21
In this episode of the North Idaho Now Podcast, Chanse Watson and Josh McDonald go over the latest news coming out of the Coeur'd Alene/Post Falls Press, the Bonner County Daily Bee, the Bonners Ferry Herald, and the Shoshone News-Press from May 19 to 21.
PHOTOS: Making themselves at home
Individuals from the southern and eastern parts of the state carded the low rounds on the first day of the state 5A golf tournament on a sunny, breezy Monday at Avondale Golf Club.

Cooks, nurses guard inmates with US prisons down 6K officers
Nearly one-third of federal correctional

'Like hell:' As Olympics loom, Japan health care in turmoil
TOKYO (AP) — As she struggled to breathe,

Washington state's largest county says keep the masks on
SEATTLE (AP) — Despite recent guidance from
Some Idaho residents to see one-time tax rebate this summer
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Some Idaho taxpayers

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: BP doesn't carry over to the game these days
When players get paid for helping teams win, you’ll see better games.
STATE 5A BASEBALL: Vikings edged by Rocky in opener
Coeur d'Alene falls in first state game since 2017

State track and field at a glance
A look at state high school track and field meets on Friday and Saturday
State tennis at a glance
A look at this weekend's state high school tennis tournaments

Mayor: Dalton Gardens will shut down Thursday
Dan Edwards said a flurry of resignations is leaving City Hall with no in-house staff to run basic day-to-day operations.

Masks required again at LCHS
School sees rise in cases; senior grad ceremony in jeopardy
Masks on

Bright futures in sight
Mountain View students celebrated during signing ceremony with Job Corps, KTEC
Mountain View students celebrated during signing ceremony with Job Corps, KTEC

Don't fear the 'Reaper'
Lydia Eitel among Marine boot camp graduates who made history
Lydia Eitel is tough as nails

COVID-19 Watch
COVID-19 statistics
Northwest Notes May 21, 2021
The University of Idaho has hired a couple of assistant basketball coaches — both familiar names.
WATERWAYS: Open for all
As a fortunate and proud owner of waterfront property on the Spokane River since 2015, I have three young kids and we spend most of our free time on the waterways.
WOLVES: Ignoring their benefits
The new plan for Idaho to hire professional hunters to kill 90% of our wolves is tragic and misguided.
EDUCATION: Going wrong way
During my Army service, I was trained to know my enemies and never underestimate them.
Sifting through post-election confetti
Other than turnout, there are few conclusions we'll all agree upon.
AWARD: Regan deserves one
Robert Cliff’s letter in the May 12 Press notes that the Brent Regan KCRCC endorsements have shown him who NOT to vote for.
STATE TRACK AND FIELD: 5A, 4As begin with pair of field events
A few 5A and 4A athletes got a jump on the rest of the state on Thursday — and a Sandpoint High senior got a jump on everybody.
ELECTIONS: A dangerous combination
H.R.1 passed the Democratic-controlled House on March 3 and is now up for review by the Senate as S.1.
ALBRIGHT: A shining light
Thank you for bringing Syd Albright into our home with his truly well-written articles on the history of all of us, and all the things civilization has done (and sometimes undone!) in the Sunday edition.

Rittenhouse due to make first in-person court appearance
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Kyle Rittenhouse, the Illinois

Puck drops tonight in Battle of the Badges game
COEUR d’ALENE – Bragging rights are once again

Cd'A, NIC partner up for summer RV parking
Goal is to ease downtown congestion
The old log yard lot across from the water treatment plant on Hubbard Avenue will offer free daytime parking to RVers.

Huckleberries: Remember Fred Murphy, tugboat captain
Legendary Fred Murphy wasn’t seeking applause when he built
Public meeting on excessive wake Monday
Commissioner discuss year-old boating resolution
Man jailed for alleged false 911 call
A man is being held on $50,000 bail after police said he made a false 911 call.

In the interest of transparency
Commissioners wait on response from central committees to livestream meetings
Commissioners wait on response from central committees to livestream meetings

Rathdrum growth: Four public hearings ahead
Public hearings on four project proposals Thursday at 6 p.m.
Weekend TV/Radio highlights
Television and radio highlights for upcoming weekend
Movie Times
Hayden Cinema

Julianne ‘Julie’ Richardson, 90
Julianne “Julie” Elisa Richardson, 90, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 15, 2021

Art on the Moose
Mountain View High to host art show, student production Thursday
Mountain View Alternative High hosting art show, theater festival Thursday
Fatal crash victim identified
Crash victim identified

Athol man seeks permission to build internet tower
Athol resident proposes a internet tower in his backyard
Man sentenced for trafficking drugs
Man sentenced for trafficking meth, marijuana

Man charged with second felony DUI
A man is being held on $200,000 bail after being charged with his second felony DUI in two years.

Go Huskies!
KHS receives five marked for death; local Burger King donates $1,620 to KHS
Burger King donates $16,000 to KHS
Legals for May, 21 2021
Thursday, May 20
HIGH-A WEST BASEBALL: Indians stay hot, knock off Everett
Eddy Diaz scored the go-ahead run on an wild pitch in the bottom of the eighth inning for Spokane, which won its third straight game, beating the Everett AquaSox 3-2 in front of 1,750 at Avista Stadium on Thursday.

US jobless claims fall again as some states end federal aid
WASHINGTON (AP) — The number of Americans

Israel unleashes new strikes as expectations for truce rise
GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip (AP) — Israel unleashed

US ends use of 2 immigration jails accused of mistreatment
WASHINGTON (AP) — A detention facility in Georgia where women claim they
STATE SOFTBALL PREVIEW: Post Falls heating up late in year
Lakeland, Timberlake, St. Maries also have high hopes at state
Breakdowns of area teams heading south for state tournaments starting Friday
STATE BASEBALL PREVIEW: Vikings have the arms to contend
True, none of the current Coeur d'Alene Vikings have experience playing in the state 5A baseball tournament.

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Borowski keeps the Vikings moving on the basepaths
When the Coeur d'Alene Vikings baseball team comes up to bat, head coach Erik Karns remains in the dugout, guiding the team while standing at the railing in front of the dugout.
NORTHWEST NOTES: May 20, 2021
Tre Walker has been recognized again, this time earning Hero Sports All-America honors, as announced on Wednesday. Hayden Hatten also earned his first national recognition after being named to the Hero Sports Sophomore All-America team.

McGeachin announces governor run
Says she will reestablish values that make Idaho great
McGeachin announces governor run
Crates of kindness
CHS senior passionate about helping others with disabilities
CHS senior living with multiple health conditions creates care package program to lift up other kids going through chronic and long-term illness

From land use to raccoons
Post Falls City Council approves two-decade long project in Tuesday meeting
Post Falls City Council approves two-decade long project in Tuesday meeting

Huffman to retire from Tesh
Huffman to retire from Tesh

COVID-19 Watch
COVID-19 statistics
AT COLLEGE: May 20, 2021
Updates on area athletes at the next level
Ironman needs you!
Only 400 volunteers have registered, 3,500 needed for June 27 race
Ironman needs you

IRS letters from White House not a scam
Several local readers reported that they have received an envelope from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) but the letter inside is actually from the White House and signed by Joe Biden. I received one of these letters too.
Woman gets prison time for deadly DUI crash
A woman who pleaded guilty to causing a deadly crash while driving drunk last year will spend at least 10 years in prison.
Man charged with molesting daughter
A man is being held on $150,000 bail after police said he molested his daughter for years.
Dog-walking: Some say make it law
Know that animal before deciding to make it yours.

Route of the Hiawatha opens May 28
Lookout Pass to open for lift-served downhill mountain biking and more June 12
Route of the Hiawatha opens May 28
Rummage sale at Rathdrum Senior Center
rummage sale!

Man accused of violating sexual battery probation
A man who pleaded guilty last year to kissing a 13-year-old girl is back in jail after police said he violated the terms of his probation.
Race the Joe this weekend
Race the Joe
More Memorial Day patrols, so be careful out there
Word to the wise: Buckle up now and always
More Memorial Day patrols, so be careful out there

Anne M. James, 91
Anne M. James passed away in Spokane Valley, Wash., on Monday, May 17, 2021, two days before her 92rd birthday.
Victim in fatal crash identified
Police seek witnesses of fatal crash
Inland Empire PGA results: May 20, 2021
Results from recent play at Kalispel Golf and Country Club
CDA's 'Mountain Madness' honored
Risch names Small Businesses of the Month
WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senator Jim Risch (R-Idaho),

Winter survival estimates for mule deer, elk remain above average
Survivors

Where have all the caribou gone?
Digital achive documents mountain animal's extinction from North Idaho
Caribou
Avalanche on Going-to-the-Sun Road traps bikers
Avalanche on Going-to-the-Sun Road traps bikers

New Montana state record walleye caught in Holter Lake
New Montana state record walleye caught in Holter Lake
Legals for May, 20 2021
Wednesday, May 19

Biden and Netanyahu face first rough test of relationship
President Joe Biden's efforts to persuade

US wildland firefighting force urged to get vaccinated
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — With a potentially ferocious
Lt. Gov. McGeachin announces run for Idaho governor
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Lt. Gov. Janice McGeachin announced Wednesday that she's running for governor.

Fiery I90 crash leaves vehicle unidentifiable
On Tuesday night at approximately 10:51 p.m.
Idaho governor vetoes bill limiting initiative signatures
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Idaho Gov. Brad Little has

Navajo Nation surpasses Cherokee to become largest US tribe
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. (AP) — The Navajo Nation has

Second time's the charm
Voters approve Post Falls levy; Kootenai Fire bond easily passes
Second attempt for Post Falls School District levy approved by narrow margin; Kootenai Fire bond easily passes
Hospital trustees chosen
McFarland, Matheson join Brodie on board
Election supports Kootenai Health's direction.

Library board incumbents unseated
Challengers will have two of the five seats on community library board.

COVID-19 inpatient count climbs
Kootenai Health numbers double in less than a week
COVID-19 inpatient count climbs
STATE GOLF: Viking teams nab trophies
Cd'A boys third, girls fourth; Sandpoint girls, Kellogg boys, Bonners Ferry girls capture state titles
Their teams were not in the championship hunt, but the Coeur d’Alene High boys and girls golf teams were delighted to bring home trophies for finishing in the top four at the state 5A golf tournament at Avondale Golf Club which concluded Tuesday.
Hayden Lake tax hike shot down
Turnout far beyond numbers from May 2019
Big tax increase sinks in Hayden Lake.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: R.I.P. Sammie, and watch out for J-Rod and the Frogs
Yes, it’s time to do our weekly notebook, taking a stroll through the world of sports. At least the parts of it that interest most of us.

COVID-19 Watch
COVID-19 statistics

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Alex Karns, Coeur d'Alene High School
This week's Knudsten Chevrolet Athlete of the Week is Coeur d'Alene High senior Alex Karns
BIDEN: So far, not good
It has been four months since Biden took office.
ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Party tips
While our shop, The Dinner Party, and our weekly column is focused much on wine, they both really do encompass so much more.
PARKS: Pain in the pocket
Pocket parks may be appropriately named since it removes valuable commercial property from the tax base and adds the cost of maintaining and providing equipment from the taxpayers’ pockets.
ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Taking care of your liver
The liver is one of the most amazing organs in our body.
ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Adrenal fatigue may be the problem
Adrenal fatigue, adrenal exhaustion, adrenal insufficiency, whatever you want to name it, refers to lowered adrenal function or output.

Op-Ed: And the winners are…
Carrie: This has been the longest legislative session in Idaho history. Jerry: No wonder we have so much material for our annual F.L.U.B. and B.I.L.E. awards.
CLIMATE: Celebrate baby steps
I’m eating my words.
CDA: Then and now
I really try hard not to think about how great this city used to be now that I know its future is so dire.
Honoring an ambassador for civility
Ruthie Johnson could disagree with passion without ever letting the disagreement poison her heart.
CRT: A default ideology
We have recently heard about the Legislature passing HB 377 and the governor signing it.
HISTORY: A Progressive rewrite
Kudos to Vern Westgate’s letter about Progressive rewrite.

Alma A. Casserly, 88
Alma A. Casserly, 88, went home to be with the Lord on April 29, 2021. Alma was born

Doctor: Virus aftermath a long-term business challenge
Health professional encourages businesses to prepare for life in the post COVID era

Man pleads guilty to animal cruelty
After an attack that left him bloody, a year-old border collie named Bubbers has recovered — and his assailant has pleaded guilty to animal cruelty.

Riding dapper for a cause
Distinguished Gentleman's Ride is Sunday
Wear your best vest, tails and ties for the Coeur d'Alene Distinguished Gentleman's Ride on Sunday
Retirement, aka rephasing or redirection
Main Street column for May 19
Sheriff's blotter
Notable calls for the day!

Marcia Jane Colwill-Mitchell, 67
Marcia Jane Colwill-Mitchell, 67, was born on Dec. 22, 1953

The first of many
Optional forms of government study commission starts
Optional forms of government study commission starts
Prayer rally set for July 1 at fairgrounds
Prayer rally

Margaret 'Jane' Redcrow, 90
Margaret J. “Jane” Redcrow, 90, of Dalton Gardens, Idaho, passed away Thursday, April 15, 2021

Dan Nipp, 76
Dan Nipp, age 76, of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho,

Beth A. Renberger, 85
Beth A. Renberger, 85, passed away quietly on May 5, 2021 to be with Jesus.
Volunteers wanted for Thursday cleanup
Cleanup highway

Humphreys announces governor run
Humphreys announces governor run
'High Tea' time for HREI
'High Tea' time for HREI
Support Local Gems initiative on Friday
Support Local Gems initiative on Friday

Education powerhouses unite
Idaho Association of School Administrators and Northwest Council for Computer Education are partnering to expand professional learning for Idaho's teachers

David Charles Daboll, 84
David passed away on May 4, 2021, in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.

Richard George Hawley, 89
Richard “Dick” George Hawley, 89, passed away peacefully in his Wenatchee, Wash. home and went to be with his Lord on Feb. 25, 2021. He was born in Spokane, Wash., on May 21, 1931, to Madalyon and Harold Hawley.

Youth Sports May 19, 2021
Soccer, flag football ... and more
Legals for May, 19 2021
Tuesday, May 18

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 31: Headlines from 5/15 thru 5/18
In this episode of the North Idaho Now Podcast, Chanse Watson and Josh McDonald go over the latest news coming out of the Coeur'd Alene/Post Falls Press, the Bonner County Daily Bee, and the Shoshone News-Press from May 15 to 18.

Prosecutor finds deputies justified in shooting of Black man
ELIZABETH CITY, N.C. (AP) — A North Carolina prosecutor said Tuesday
Idaho city cites property tax law, halts growth for months
CALDWELL, Idaho (AP) — The quickly growing southwestern Idaho city of Caldwell is stopping

Russia's northernmost base projects its power across Arctic
NAGURSKOYE, Russia (AP) — During the Cold War, Russia's

Supreme Court throws abortion fight into center of midterms
WASHINGTON (AP) — In agreeing to hear a potentially

PHOTOS: In this fight together
Firefighters take on Canfield Mountain for a worthy cause.
STATE GOLF: Making themselves at home
So much for home-course advantage. Individuals from the southern and eastern parts of the state carded the low rounds on the first day of the state 5A golf tournament on a sunny, breezy Monday at Avondale Golf Club.

Heavy turnout expected for today's election
Nonpartisan races have become highly political
Tuesday's election is anything but apolitical.
From sea to shining sea
Vet riding 16,000 miles to pay off American Legion Post mortgages across the country
Veteran from Indiana riding Harley across U.S. to raise funds to pay American Legion Post mortgages
Summer adventures ahead
Make-A-Wish, partners celebrate 4-year-old's birthday with new camper, toys, supplies
Birthday girl, 4, receives camper, toys, supplies from Make-A-Wish, community partners

Making older, better
Innovation Collective, AARP team up to get pitches for aging well
Making older, better

COVID-19 Watch
COVID-19 statistics

Kootenai County Career Fair Wednesday
Departments looking for new employees will be in attendance
Opinion: Issues and individuals worthy of your vote
Consider what candidates have done more than what they say they'll do.

A once-in-a-generation opportunity
County officials discuss American Rescue Plan grant
County officials discuss American Rescue Plan grant
High school student charged with rape
A Lake City High School student is facing multiple felony charges after police said he raped and beat a former girlfriend multiple times.
Public hearing on no-wake zone today
The restrict would cover entirety of Honeysuckle Bay

Critters of North Idaho: Turkey vulture
When an animal dies, its rotting corpse would just

Groups call on Giddings to resign
Petition Idaho House to launch ethics investigation
A coalition of victims advocacy groups and the ACLU of Idaho are calling upon state Rep. Priscilla Giddings to resign.
Watch out for call about account charge
Scammers trying to get financial information
Watch out for call about account charge
Chip Shots May 18, 2021
Results from area leagues
Captain Edmondson retires from KCSO
The one-time candidate and KCSO pioneer served the county for almost 30 years.
Water, sewer, highway districts up for grabs today
While a levy, library network seats and hospital trustee positions have made the headlines, voters have plenty of local races to decide in today's taxing district election.

McGeachin expected to announce governor run
McGeachin expected to announce governor run
Study: Long hours can be lethal
Work is good. Too much, though, is bad, this study says.
Gas tops $3 in Kootenai County
Idaho prices up 4 cents
Gas top $3 in Kootenai County

Shelley Gene Tschida
On Saturday, April 24, 2021, Shelley Gene Tschida passed away from

'Ride when the riding is good'
Eric Deady survives 1,700-mile bike trek on the Baja Divide
Ron Deady chronicles 1,700-mile bike ride on the Baja Divide

Kathleen Bernadette Hogan Debenham Favaro
1930 - 2021
Kathleen Bernadette Hogan Debenham Favaro
Legals for May, 18 2021
Monday, May 17
PHOTOS: Shine on, CDA, shine on
Red Hot Mamas bring joy to drivers during flash event.
Father, stepmom plead not guilty in 9-year-old boy's death
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — An Idaho couple

Powerful cyclone hits land in India amid deadly virus surge
NEW DELHI (AP) — A powerful cyclone
Israel strikes Gaza tunnels as truce efforts remain elusive
GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip (AP) — The Israeli military unleashed another
Under Biden, Idaho center to begin resettling more refugees
TWIN FALLS, Idaho (AP) — An Idaho refugee center plans to begin

Oprah and CNN: AT&T is merging media business with Discovery
NEW YORK (AP) — The merger of Discovery and AT&T's WarnerMedia

88% of children covered by monthly payments starting in July
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Treasury Department

Dogged by Mideast, Blinken aims to revive US-Denmark ties
COPENHAGEN, Denmark (AP) — Confronting multiple
44 Idaho police officers disciplined for misconduct in
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — In 2020, 44 Idaho police
STATE HIGH SCHOOL GOLF TOURNAMENTS AT A GLANCE
State high school golf tournaments get underway today at four locations in North Idaho.
DUI arrests going up
More drivers being nabbed for drinking
KCSO: DUI arrests up about 25%

Good Samaritans
About 200 attend appreciation dinner for donors to rehab program at The Altar Church
Good Samaritan program draws crowd

An award for the Wise
Atlas Elementary's Amy Wise is Cd'A's Teacher of the Year
Atlas Elementary fourth grade teacher Amy Wise awarded Teacher of the Year for the Coeur d'Alene School District

NIC SOFTBALL: Cardinals finish season with sweep of Yakima Valley
NIC wrapped up its softball season Sunday by sweeping Yakima Valley.

Space may be cluttered with satellites
teaser

COVID-19 Watch
COVID-19 statistics

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Kelenic, Gilbert getting a big-league education now is a gamble
If the Mariners want to get this “build toward permanent contention” thing absolutely right, they’d be better off letting their gifted young players get the competition they need at Tacoma.

Springtime a quiet time to visit Yellowstone National Park
YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK, Wyo. (AP) — A stone’s throw from Yellowstone
Hickman makes it official, signs with Zags
Nolan Hickman joins one of the best recruiting classes in Gonzaga history.
School and Senior Meals
School and Senior Meals: May 17-21

Helen M. Hansen, 100
Helen M. Hansen, age 100, died April 26, 2021 at Ivy Court
Grandmother held on $100,000 bail
A woman is being held on $100,000 bail after police said they found heroin and prescription pills in her car while she was traveling with her granddaughter.
Legals for May, 17 2021
Sunday, May 16
Kootenai Health: Embrace the growth
Health care leader unveils 'big ideas' for next 10 years
Regional hospital has an ambitious new 10-year vision.

4A REGION 1 SOFTBALL: Lakeland tops Sandpoint for state berth
Sandpoint and Lakeland have developed quite the softball rivalry over the past seven seasons. And for 3 1/2 innings on Saturday, things were trending in Sandpoint's direction this year, with the Bulldogs leading by five runs. But Lakeland had four more at-bats — emphasis on bats.

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: A few questions to ponder
Should you be forced to sit at a red light for a second straight cycle?

In this fight together
Firefighter in full gear hike Canfield Mountain in fundraiser
Canfield climb by firefighters

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: In analytics and on the court, Zags are near the top
The surprise in all this analytic yada, yada? Gonzaga — yes, little Gonzaga — was second on the list with a whopping 971,000 appearances.

Construction begins on Kenworth sales building
Business Bits for May 16

Palaniuk wins Bassmasters event
Brandon Palaniuk had three days to sack up the winning total of 53 pounds, 12 ounces, but two memorable hours delivered most of his weight at the Basspro.com Bassmaster Northern Open on the James River.
PREP TRACK AND FIELD: St. Maries' Keogh sweeps in 2A boys hurdles
St. Maries senior Philip Keogh swept 2A District 1-2 championships in the 110- and 300-meter hurdles on Saturday at Lapwai High.

PREP TENNIS: Viking sophomore Judson pulls upset in girls singles final
Coeur d’Alene sophomore Audrey Judson waited for the right moment to notch her first win of the season over Lewiston's Rylei Carper, beating the Bengals junior 2-6, 6-4, 7-5 for the 5A regional championship in girls singles on Saturday at Coeur d’Alene High.
STATE PLAY-IN GAMES: Lake City, Timberlake fall in baseball, Lake City in softball
Lake City baseball and softball, Timberlake fall in state play-in games
State high school softball tournaments
Schedules for this week's state high school softball tournaments
State high school baseball tournaments
Schedules for upcoming state high school baseball tournaments

A few of the 360 laws that flew under the radar
Many new laws were overshadowed by the pandemic, social controversy and bickering.
NIC SOCCER: Cardinal women play to draw in season finale
NIC teams finish spring season with matches at Columbia Basin College in Pasco
Support bill for local journalism's future
Newspapers should be compensated for content they create that Google and Facebook are using.
RESPONDERS: In deep appreciation
This is a letter of commendation to the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office.
How to make the best purchase offer in a seller’s market
You’ve worked with a Realtor® to watch for listings hitting the market, toured what

Milestone Announcements
See who's celebrating!
DAMS: A misunderstood issue
Recently on ABC News David Muir implied the four dams on the lower Snake River were causing the depletion of the salmon runs to spawning grounds.
What is the National Academy of Sciences?
The National Academy of Sciences (NAS) has beenwww.uidaho.edu/lakesurvey
IFL: Shock falls in long-awaited return to league
The Spokane Shock, playing its first game in the Indoor Football League since 2017, fell short to the expansion Frisco Fighters 36-33 with no fans in attendance at the Spokane Arena on Saturday night.

Thomas Charles Dunn, 73
Thomas Charles Dunn, 73, passed away on May 8, 2021
RACISM: Its true root
I noted a couple of letters to the editor regarding S. Patrick’s article re: Critical Race Theory.
Community Thanks
The Post Falls Parks & Recreation Department would like to extend a special thank you and appreciation for the dedicated businesses that sponsor youth programs and events that are provided by our department to Post Falls and the surrounding communities during the spring season.
GOOKIN: No way to lead
Shame on Councilman Dan Gookin’s theatrics and encouraging forgery of CDC vaccination cards!

Sanford Edward Twitchell
Sanford “Sandy” Twitchell passed away on Wednesday, May 5, 2021

Richard Lee ‘Dick’ Compton
July 22, 1933 – May 8, 2021
Senator Richard Compton passed away on May 8, 2021
CRT: Don’t buy it
I’m just catching up on my papers, and wanted to comment on Sholeh Patrick’s explanation of Critical Race Theory (CRT).
DEER: Leave them alone
Do you people in Hayden know the deer are being trapped and euthanized due to wasting disease?
MACKAY: Boost your thinking, boost your life
American novelist James Lane Allen had long been impressed by the ancient philosophy that a man becomes what he thinks; that a man's character is the outward expression of his inward thoughts.

John Calvin Ely
John used to say,
SHERIFF: Reward our responders
The sheriff’s office deserves full funding.

Ruthie Johnson
With deep sorrow and yet tremendous love and respect,
HIGH-A WEST BASEBALL: Indians drop fourth-straight to Vancouver
Phillip Clark delivered a two-run single with two out in the bottom of the third inning, leading the Vancouver Canadians past the Spokane Indians 4-2 in High-A West baseball in front of 294 at Ron Tonkin Field on Saturday.
Saturday, May 15

Palaniuk leads Bassmaster event heading into final day
Brandon Palaniuk, who formerly wrestled at Lakeland High and North Idaho College, claimed the Bassmaster Northern Open's heaviest bag, which bolstered his Day 1 catch of 13-11 to tally 36-1. Heading into Championship Saturday, Palaniuk leads Jeff Queen of Catawba, N.C., by 13 ounces.
PREP TRACK AND FIELD: Post Falls sweeps at 5A regionals
Post Falls swept the team titles at the 5A Region 1 meet, which wrapped up at Vollmer Bowl on Friday afternoon — and Trojans coach Wade Quesnell got the Gatorade bath to celebrate them. It was the Trojan boys' first regional title since 2004, when Post Falls was in 4A.

THE FRONT ROW WITH JASON ELLIOTT: Give the kids a shot, we'll see
You can add something to a sport and sometimes, it's a good thing. Adding the runner on second base to start extra innings to try to get a winner sooner than later, I'm a fan for the most part.
NIC ROUNDUP: Cardinal men get one in, with a little help from friends
With its season finale canceled by Blue Mountain Community College, the North Idaho College men’s basketball team got another game in — with an assist from some friends.

The future of health care
Voters will choose between six candidates for three Kootenai Health trustee seats
Tuesday's election will give locals a chance to choose the future path the hospital will take.

J.C. Penney's final day is Sunday
JC Penney will close Sunday

Knock the Vote
Citizens for Post Falls Schools rally for levy support
Citizens for Post Falls School will rally for support this weekend; levy election is Tuesday

Rambo sentencing moved back
Tyler Rambo will be sentenced July 1.

COVID-19 Watch
COVID-19 statistics
PREP ROUNDUP: Warnicks to play for regional titles
Marwan Warnick and his sister, Malika Warnick, advanced to today's singles finals at the 4A Region 1 tournament at Travers Park.
Speaking of love
I refuse to be without the Word.

FAST FIVE: Diane Zell reminds us to take care of our seniors
Meet Diane Zell, who has been blessed with a life full of opportunities.

Navigating the streaming minefield with and ‘Without Remorse’
Even before the pandemic, major studios occasionally used streaming services to salvage

The Stay at Home Dad: Dragging down the heads in the clouds
Parenting experts often warn, “Be careful what you say and do around your children. They absorb everything.”

Faye Linda Shankle, 84
Faye Linda Shankle, 84, died in her sleep on Saturday, May 1, 2021

Linda Rae (Schultzaberger Booth) Cartwright, 76
June 15, 1944 – May 5, 2021
Heaven opened to receive another angel this day.

Sex offender gets prison time
A registered sex offender will spend at least three and a half years in prison after pleading guilty to multiple charges in three separate cases.
Northwest Notes May 15, 2021
The Viking Golf Classic, a fundraiser for Coeur d'Alene High School activities, is scheduled for Friday, June 18 at the Avondale Golf Club.
Don't believe lies about hospital's health
A campaign flyer was recently distributed stating

Barbieri honored by Idaho Chooses Life
Idaho Chooses Life has awarded Rep. Vito Barbieri

Mobile makerspace coming to Cd'A
Gizmo-CDA will host local Think, Make, Create Lab
Gizmo-CDA will host local Think, Make, Create mobile pop-up lab
Movers and Shakers
New Chief Deputy Treasurer Kootenai County welcomes Jill Smith, who will serve as chief deputy treasurer for Kootenai County.
Woman warns seniors of 'phishing' try
Fraud alert: Woman warns seniors of 'phishing' try
Shine on, Cd'A, shine on
Red Hot Mamas bring joy to drivers during flash event
Red Hot Mamas bring joy to drivers during flash event at Appleway and 95 on Friday

Kootenai Electric heads to Rathdrum
New facility could be open in spring 2023
Electric cooperative purchases property for future facility
Legals for May, 15 2021
Friday, May 14

PHOTOS: Hitting the newly paved road
The $57.2 million Highway 41 overpass project from Mullan Avenue to Boekel Road began in June 2020. As part of a long-term effort by the Idaho Transportation Department to increase the two-lane arterial to four between Post Falls and Rathdrum, the project is now opening up for public use.

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 30: Headlines from 5/12 thru 5/14
In this episode of the North Idaho Now Podcast, Josh McDonald and Madison Hardy go over the latest news coming out of the Coeur'd Alene/Post Falls Press, the Bonner County Daily Bee, the Bonners Ferry Herald, and the Shoshone News-Press from May 12 to 14.
Forest Service delays logging project near Yellowstone park
HELENA, Mont. (AP) — The U.S. Forest Service

Dump Trump? Kicking him off NYC golf course may not be easy
NEW YORK (AP) — Donald Trump has a rich history
Inslee, Murray, Cantwell oppose Simpson plan to remove dams
SPOKANE, Wash. (AP) — Washington state's top Democrats
PREP TRACK AND FIELD: Lake City's Howard vaults his way to state
Results from area state-qualifying meets at the 5A, 4A and 3A level

PREP SOFTBALL: Grantham powers Timberlake to state
Sophomore Ashley Grantham belted two home runs and drove in nine runs as the top-seeded Timberlake Tigers beat the second-seeded Bonners Ferry Badgers 37-2 in the championship game of the 3A District 1 tournament Thursday at Timberlake High.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Baseball? Big deal. The Seahawks' schedule is out!
The Seahawks’ schedule has been unfurled for the first time. And nothing, absolutely nothing, trumps Seahawks news.
5A REGION 1 TENNIS: Two Coeur d'Alene doubles teams, one singles player reach finals at regionals
The host Vikings will send players to the finals in boys doubles, girls singles and girls doubles starting at 10 a.m. on Saturday at Coeur d'Alene High.

Ruthie Johnson lived an American Dream
'Grand Dame' of North Idaho Republicans dies at 96
'Grand Dame' of North Idaho Republicans Ruthie Johnson dies at 96

'All systems are go'
Full Ironman returning to Coeur d'Alene on June 27; volunteers needed
Full Ironman returning to Coeur d'Alene

Councilman fills in the blanks on his vaccination controversy
The Coeur d'Alene city council member said his Facebook post showing him holding a blank vaccination card was meant to demonstrate the illogical cracks in a post-COVID system.

Local officials: New CDC guidelines don't mean the pandemic is over
Vaccinated Americans can now go maskless indoors and outdoors — with some exceptions — but health officials in North Idaho say COVID-19 is still on the rise.
NIC ROUNDUP: Cardinals play to draw in women's soccer
Cynthia Johnson stopped 11 shots on goal for North Idaho College, which played to a 0-0 draw with the Yakima Valley Yaks in a Northwest Athletic Conference match at Eisenwinter Field on Thursday.

COVID-19 Watch
COVID-19 statistics
HOSPITAL: Support these three
As an Idaho native who served more than 20 years as the CEO of hospitals in both Idaho and Georgia and after having served as Board Chair of both the Georgia and Idaho hospital associations, I stress to my friends in this community that Kootenai Health is truly an exceptional organization.
Northwest Notes May 14, 2021
Eastern Washington quarterback Eric Barriere has been named Offensive Player of the Year by the Division I Football Championship Subdivision Athletic Directors Association (FCS ADA), as well as the quarterback for their exclusive All-America team.
Amazon hiring more than 2,000 in Washington State
More than 500 in Spokane area
Amazon hiring more than 2,000 in Washington State
WERNER: For PF Highway District
You won’t find a better choice for Post Falls Highway District Commissioner than Terry Werner.
FISH: A true conservative
I am writing in support of Robert Fish, candidate for Library board.
ELECTION: Deny the dividers
What’s the best way to motivate people to vote?
Idaho death row inmate Pizzuto asks state for clemency
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — An Idaho death row inmate with

Japan expands virus emergency ahead of Tokyo Olympics
TOKYO (AP) — Japan on Friday further expanded
DECLINE: Demonizing dissent
The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire (Gibbon, 1776) is a book that I read as a teenager.
LEVY: This time, show up
When the Post Falls School District levy failed recently, I was disappointed in the result, especially since it failed by a slim margin.
LEVY: Step up for community
As a veteran public school teacher and administrator in both Idaho and Washington, I knew how important it was for me to vote and support every school levy because if it failed a second time, I knew that teachers, paraeducators and classified staff would be cut.

Op-Ed: When will enough be enough?
Two weeks ago, a 19-year-old woman was forced to detail her sexual assault by an Idaho legislator in front of the Idaho Ethics Committee despite having already reported her rape to the appropriate authorities.
CHENEY: Honesty punished
Why in this age of honesty and integrity would a woman like Liz Cheney, has had a legacy of honesty and integrity with the GOP, be forced out of holding a position of GOP leadership because of her resistance to follow the Trump party’s nasty tone of the political spectrum of today?
PREP BASEBALL: Lake City ousts league champ Post Falls, advances to state play-in game
The top two seeds are not going to state. The third-seeded team won the regional title. And the fourth-seeded team in the four-team tourney is one win away from state. Ah, just another 5A Region 1 baseball tournament.
HOSPITAL: McFarland for board
I was fortunate to have grown up in Coeur d’Alene with Robert McFarland.
Voters want insights county is offering
Transparency offer is too good to refuse.

PHOTOS: The Buoys of Summer
Sgt. Ryan Miller, KCSO recreation safety supervisor, took over in January and is in charge of search and rescue operations, the 13-person dive team, and the marine patrol of the county’s 18 lakes and 54 miles of rivers. This summer, he’ll oversee a team of 10 seasonal marine deputies who will be supervised by two full-time marine deputies.
DOGS: Leashes for a reason
“Is your dog friendly?”

Mayor's Awards in the Arts nominations now open
Submit entries by Aug. 31
Submit nominations for Excellence in the Arts, Supporter of the Arts, Arts in Education and Student Arts in Education by Aug. 31

Love, kindness and compassion
Health care heroes honored in first annual awards event
Health care heroes honored in first annual awards event
Instrument Zoo at Music Conservatory today
Open house, Instrument Zoo at Music Conservatory of Coeur d'Alene today

Fighting the ghosts of decisions past
Post Falls City Councilman fields questions from Responsible North Idaho Facebook group
Post Falls City Councilman fields questions from Responsible North Idaho Facebook group
'What would you die for?'
Christian Center School's 'Bridge of Blood' opens today
Christian Center School's 'Bridge of Blood' opens today

Moos named Children's Village interim CEO
Replaces Mark Wilson, who served 3 1/2 years
Moos named Children's Village interim CEO

Lunch is on them
Coeur d’Alene’s Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 889 showed their appreciation for support staff at the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office on Thursday by treating them to pizza.

Woman accused of felony injury to child
A woman is facing multiple felony charges after police said she kept meth in her home where it was accessible to her children.

Larry F. Cain
Larry F. Cain went to be with the Lord on May 9, 2021. Larry was
Hayden Lake ballot measure seeks nearly $1M tax hike
Increase 7.2 times current level; most funds for streets
Hayden Lake property tax hike
Movie Times
Hayden Cinema

Hitting the (newly paved) road
Finished bridge will help Highway 41 motorists move
Highway 41 overpass opens north of Hayden Avenue

Michael Andrew Timothy Stabile
On May 10, 2021 our angel, Michael Andrew Timothy Stabile

Stephen Craig MD, 58
Dr. Stephen David “Steve” Craig, 58, a resident

Movers and Shakers
New hire at TitleOne Joeline Kuenkler has joined TitleOne's Coeur d’Alene office as a delivery specialist.

Fingers, fingers, everywhere
If it wasn’t so annoying, it might be funny – the stiffening middle finger on Diana Witherspoon’s right hand.
STCU reopens Downtown Coeur d’Alene and Silver Lake branch lobbies
For the first time in more than a year, STCU
Wanted man arrested on multiple warrants
Police arrested a man who was wanted on multiple warrants for allegedly violating the terms of his probation.
Legals for May, 14 2021
Thursday, May 13

PHOTOS: Good Food, good community
Downtown Coeur d'Alene was filled with music, vendors, and people Wednesday night at the Kootenai County Farmers' Market Association's first midweek market.
Washington schools to open full time in fall, masks required
OLYMPIA, Wash. (AP) — Washington authorities

CDC: Fully vaccinated people can largely ditch masks indoors
WASHINGTON (AP) — In a major step toward returning

Missouri governor drops voter-approved Medicaid expansion
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — Missouri Gov. Mike Parson

Biden warns against gas price gouging after cyberattack
President Joe Biden warned gasoline stations not

Hamas, Israel fighting escalates even amid truce efforts
GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip (AP) — Hamas sent a heavy

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Home is especially sweet on the golf course
Fortunately, golf received a mulligan — as did all the other spring sports in Idaho.
PREP BASKETBALL: Idaho could soon be on the clock
Shot Clock allowed by state adoption for high school basketball in 2022-23

Youth soccer: Back on the turf: HOTSHOT tourney returning this weekend
The indoor facility at West Prairie Avenue and North Huetter Road is now complete, and fully functional for practices. Due to COVID-19, the work on putting in the three turf fields around the complex are still some time away.
PREP BASEBALL: Timberlake advances to state play-in game
Joseph Borges had a two-run single in the bottom of the first, then scored on a passed ball for Timberlake, which beat Kellogg 10-4 in the 3A District 1 second-place game at Timberlake High on Wednesday.

The buoys of summer
KCSO marine deputies ready for busy season on the water
KCSO marine deputies ready for busy season on the water

Good food, good community
Kootenai County Farmers' Market gives midweek boost to community
Kootenai County Farmers Market gives midweek boost to community
Murder case against Moore dismissed
Daniel Moore’s attorney, Katherine Bolton, requesting a motion to dismiss Brian Drake’s murder case approved by District Judge Barbara Buchanan on May 12, 2021.

She's got that tech knack
U of I student helps build computer that could change the future of farming
U of I student helps build special computer that could change the future of farming

COVID-19 Watch
COVID-19 statistics
NORTHWEST NOTES: May 13, 2021
Eastern Washington University quarterback Eric Barriere added a second first team All-America honor to his resume on Wednesday after Associated Press released its 2020-21 NCAA Football Championship Subdivision All-America team.
NIC ROUNDUP: Cardinal men fall in home finale
Ethan Williams scored an unassisted goal 22:40 into the first half for North Idaho College, which fell to Wenatchee Valley College 3-1 in Northwest Athletic Conference play at Eisenwinter Field on Wednesday.
Bowling scores: May 13, 2021
Scores from local leagues
Lakeland, Cd'A school districts to discuss boundary shift
Changes could impact where students attend; meeting 5 p.m. Tuesday
Proposed boundary changes could impact which schools Cd'A, Lakeland students in certain areas attend; meeting 5 p.m. Tuesday
Cameron, Murphy tapped to lead Commission
Cameron, Murphy tapped to lead Commission

BE BEARY AWARE
Idaho’s black bears are out of their winter dens looking for food
BE BEARY AWARE
American Legion sets Memorial Day dinner
American Legion sets Memorial Day dinner

Form of government group gets ready to rock
Rules, history explained to volunteer members
Optional forms of government study commission starts Monday

Heritage Health purchases new dental equipment
Delta Dental of Idaho donates $40,000
Heritage Health purchases new dental equipment
Lake City Center craft bazaar, bake sale is Sunday
Lake City Center craft bazaar, bake sale is Sunday
Idaho kids 12-15 can get Pfizer vaccine
Idaho kids 12-15 can get Pfizer vaccine
McFARLAND: Trustworthy, experienced
McFARLAND: Trustworthy, experienced
McFARLAND: Patients’ advocate
McFARLAND: Patients’ advocate
JOHNSON: Wise choice for trustee
JOHNSON: Wise choice for trustee
McFARLAND: Skilled, experienced
McFARLAND: Skilled, experienced
LEVY: Just say no
LEVY: Just say no
SIEVERDING: Ideal for Eastside
SIEVERDING: Ideal for Eastside
Man charged with trafficking heroin
Police arrested a Washington man for allegedly trafficking drugs.
1,400-unit development gets OK
Post Falls City Council will have final say
Post Falls Planning and Zoning recommends 1,400 unit development
'Workers seem to chase money'
Some say ending participation in federal compensation program may help fill jobs, but others have doubts
Jobless money

Movers and Shakers
O’Dell Earns Commercial Property Manager Designation TOK Commercial is pleased to announce that Laura O’Dell, the firm’s

Hagadone Marine has new GM
Hagadone Marine Group based out of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho
MLP: It's an exception
This grammar stuff, it's complicated
Careful when returning products
If you return a product by shipping it back to the seller, you
School: Blame the appropriate party
To whom it may concern: I am writing this in response to last Saturday's front page Press article regarding the CdA School district's
Outage required for Avista, Clearwater Power customers
Avista to perform infrastructure upgrades near Potlatch
Outage required for Avista, Clearwater Power customers
Legals for May, 13 2021
Wednesday, May 12

Resort wants to use treated wastewater to supplement snow
An exclusive Montana resort wants to turn sewage into

Israel steps up Gaza offensive, kills senior Hamas figures
GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip (AP) — Israel on Wednesday

Moore dismissed of charges relating to death of Brian Drake
BONNERS FERRY — Daniel Moore’s attorney, Katherine Bolton, requesting

Scramble on for new fuel routes after Colonial Pipeline hack
RALEIGH (AP) — State and federal officials

House GOP ousts Trump critic Liz Cheney from top post
WASHINGTON (AP) — House Republicans ousted Rep. Liz Cheney
Mining ban considered to protect bird species in US West
BILLINGS, Mont. (AP) — The Biden administration

COVID-19 pet boom has veterinarians backlogged, burned out
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — During the gloomiest
Idaho governor signs property tax legislation
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Idaho Gov. Brad Little on
5A REGION 1 BASEBALL: Resilient Vikings on to state
After the jubilation and the picture taking, and as his Coeur d’Alene High teammates triumphantly returned to their dugout, Alex Karns returned to the infield and picked up a half-dozen or so gloves left behind from the Vikings’ celebration a few minutes earlier. Why not?

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: How rich owners are ruining sports all over the world
Why are billionaires so stupid? Wait… Let me clarify that.
PREP SOFTBALL: Post Falls wins first regional title since 2010
Returning everybody from 2019, the Post Falls Trojans will return somewhere that they haven’t been since coach Holly Gleaves’ first season at the helm. The state 5A tournament.
PREP ROUNDUP: Timberlake falls in district baseball title game
Caleb Knight had three hits, including a three-run single in the top of the seventh inning for Timberlake, which fell to the Bonners Ferry Badgers 12-10 in the 3A District 1 championship game on Tuesday at Bonners Ferry High.
NIC ROUNDUP: Cardinal volleyball splits with CC Spokane
Janae Rayborn, a freshman from Lake City High, had 10 kills for North Idaho College in a 25-14, 13-25, 15-11 win over the Community Colleges of Spokane in Northwest Athletic Conference play at Christianson Gymnasium on Tuesday.
Sheriff seeks $4.8M budget increase
Commissioner says massive hike won't fly
Kootenai County Sheriff's Office seeks big increase

Masks back on at three Cd'A schools
COVID outbreaks activate requirements at Canfield, Woodland, Lake City
COVID outbreaks activate mask requirements at Canfield, Woodland, Lake City

No bail for man with history of domestic violence charges
A man accused of violating the terms of his probation in a domestic violence case is being held without bail.

Fundraisers bring in $20K for KHS
Parker Subaru leads way with 'Share the Love'
Fundraisers bring in $20K for KHS

COVID-19 Watch
COVID-19 statistics
Inland Empire PGA results: May 12, 2021
Results from Inland Empire PGA play on May 10 at Hayden Lake Country Club

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Dominic Mosby, Post Falls High School
Post Falls High senior golfer Dominic Mosby is this week's Knudtsen Chevrolet Press Athlete of the Week.
LEVY: Reward efficiency, excellence
As a city councilor, businessman and citizen, I am writing to express my support for the upcoming levy by the Post Falls School District.
Lyrics for Libraries will raise facility funds
Community Library Network Foundation to host fundraiser Friday

Helen L. Olson, 87
Helen Louise Olson, 87, of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho
ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Spring arrivals II: The reds
A couple of weeks back I wrote of all the new white wine arrivals this spring.
Lots to love about the merry month of May
Main Street column for May 12
VACCINES: Question of rights
Donald Blanchard recently wrote The Press in spirited support of vaccination.
ELECTION: How to pick sides
I was lost, but now I am found.
ADVERTISING: Advertorial — ENERGY DRINKS: Are they worth the risk
The same pick-me-up that powers you through a boring afternoon meeting or late-night deadline could be silently setting your body up for some serious health problems.
PRAYER: Press article discouraging
I attended Thursday’s National Day of Prayer gathering in McEuen Park with a sense of curiosity and hope.

Hans R. Munnich, 82
On April 30, 2021, Hans R. Munnich, 82,
McFARLAND: Support from ex-CEO
With your vote, please help elect Dr. Robert McFarland to the Kootenai Hospital District Board of Trustees.
Chaplain calls for fire bond support
A 911 Shout Out! I have proudly served as a volunteer chaplain

Cindy 'Lou' Holte, 60
On Wednesday, May 5 2021, Cindy “Lou” Holte, loving mother and nana, passed away at age 60.
ADVERTISING: Advertorial — How to support liver and gallbladder health naturally
Your incredible liver has more than 4,000 vital functions and is your primary detoxification organ.
LIBRARY: Suggestion to voters
Libraries have always remained a place of learning, growth, and neutrality, including political neutrality.

Op-Ed: Clearing up levy disinformation
I first began to pay close attention to the Post Falls School District in 1995.
Transport bill a big step down the road
Little takes big step toward solving transportation challenges.

Linda Carol Guy, 75
Linda Carol Guy, 75, a resident of Post Falls, Idaho
NIC: Professor stands tall
Professor, as a U.S. Congressional whistleblower for the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations, keep doing what is honorable.
Idaho moves to Stage 4
Youth 12-15 could receive vaccine soon
Idaho moves to Stage 4 of Little's 'Rebounds Plan'
McFARLAND: Honest and excellent
Please vote in the upcoming May election for Robert McFarland, MD, for Kootenai Hospital District Trustee.

Isabella G. Roberge, 94
Isabella G. Roberge went to be in the arms of Jesus on April 26, 2021, while
WOLVES: The war is on
Well it looks like open warfare on Idaho wolves.
CENSORSHIP: Be wary, voters
I have been mulling over this letter for a few weeks.
Sheriff's blotter
Notable calls for the day!
INFLATION: Ouch! It’s real
The government reports inflation is low and not a problem — hmmm.
PRIORITIES: Don’t add up
You just have to love Post Falls and the priorities of city government.
SHOOTING: Aftermath analysis
I would like to comment on the school shooting that happened in Rigby, Idaho, on Thursday, May 6.
More than 1,500 to graduate from UI at ceremonies across Idaho
Eight in-person ceremonies will celebrate 2020, 2021 University of Idaho graduates
Idaho gas prices keep climbing
Gas prices
Free dinner for veterans on Saturday
Dinner for veterans
Police warn of deadly counterfeit pills
Pattern of teen overdoses under investigation
Pattern of teen overdoses under investigation

Youth Sports May 12, 2021
Soccer, flag football and more
Legals for May, 12 2021
Tuesday, May 11

'It’s time to get back to work'
Gov. Little ends Idaho’s participation in all federal pandemic unemployment compensation programs

Idaho moves to Stage 4 in Idaho Rebounds Plan
FDA has now authorized vaccine for those 12 to 15 years of age and CDC recommendations are expected later this week.

Oregon governor sets vaccination targets for state to reopen
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Oregon Gov. Kate Brown on Tuesday announced statewide and county COVID-19 vaccination targets

US job openings soar to highest level on record
WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. employers posted a record number of available

School shooting in Russia kills 9 people; suspect arrested
MOSCOW (AP) — A gunman launched an attack on a school in the Russian

Rockets kill 2 Israelis; 28 die in Gaza as Israel hits Hamas
GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip (AP) — A confrontation between Israel and Hamas
Drug overdoses skyrocket in Washington state amid COVID
SEATTLE (AP) — More people in Washington state died of drug overdoses

Idaho governor signs bill to halt Biden moves on gun laws
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Idaho Gov. Brad Little has signed legislation aimed at
REGIONAL/DISTRICT GOLF: Cd'A sweeps 5A regional team titles
Normally, a triple bogey on the first hole would derail a round after it had barely started. But Post Falls High senior Dominic Mosby shrugged off the rough start, and finished with a 2-over-par 74 to claim boys medalist honors at the 5A Region 1 golf tournament Monday at Avondale Golf Club.

Growth: Survey says, coordinate effort
The survey is the first — and by no means the last — attempt by a local partnership to gather public input as it tries to tackle growth.

A Post Falls lament
Two residents pine for days before growth changed everything
Two Post Falls residents reflect on influx of housing developments in the city

FDA OKs Pfizer vaccine for 12 and up
N. Idaho positive cases trending in wrong direction
Local officials are waiting for word from state officials before administering COVID-19 vaccine doses to children.
Police seek robbery suspect
Detectives with the Coeur d’Alene Police Department have asked for the public’s help to identify the suspect in a gas station robbery.

COVID-19 Watch
COVID-19 statistics
Northwest Notes: Manzardo, Coffey honored
Northwest Notes for May 11

No bail for man who skipped sentencing
Almost a year after a judge issued a warrant for his arrest, a Spokane man who didn’t show up for sentencing is being held without bail.

Margaret ‘Joyce’ Fabianski
March 24, 1931 – April 19, 2021
Joyce Fabrianski, 90, passed away on April 19, 2021, in Hayden, Idaho

Drivers, start your engines
Silver Angels Classic Car Poker Run is May 22
Nonprofit Silver Angels for the Elderly hosting classic car poker run to raise funds, awareness

AIDS Coalition reaches out with new program
In wake of COVID, testing can be done by mail
North Idaho AIDS Coalition adapts to COVID-19 with new outreach programs

Allen Ortega, 74
Allen Ortega, 74, of Spirit Lake, Idaho, died April 30, 2021
PREP ROUNDUP: Post Falls baseball wins postseason opener
Prep Roundup for May 11
MLP: Barbarians 1, Apostrophe 0
This little symbol makes a huge difference in language.

Where the classroom surrounds you
Lakeland Online Academy transforms into Reach Academy hybrid school, applications being accepted
Lakeland Online Academy transforms into Reach Academy hybrid school
Chip Shots May 11, 2021
Results from local golf leagues.
Legals for May, 11 2021
Monday, May 10
Idaho eyes sewer, water, broadband with federal rescue money
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Idaho will receive $1.1 billion in the latest round
Drought drastically cuts irrigation season for Idaho farmers
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Ongoing drought in Idaho will drastically shorten this year's irrigation season for some farmers, officials said.
1980s Montana shooting victim identified through DNA
MISSOULA, Mont. (AP) — Officials in western Montana,

Amid outcry, NBC says it will not air Golden Globes in 2022
NEW YORK (AP) — Amid growing pressure on the Hollywood Foreign Press Association

Pfizer COVID-19 shot expanded to US children as young as 12
U.S. regulators on Monday expanded the use of Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine

Colorado police seek motive in party shooting that killed 7
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (AP) — A shooting at a birthday party

States push jobless from virus recession to return to work
STOWE, Vt. (AP) — Eduardo Rovetto is hoping the state

50 years ago, election ushered in new era for US tribes
Fifty years ago this week the federal government’s experiment

Reversing Trump, US restores transgender health protections
WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. will protect gay and transgender

Netanyahu vows Hamas will pay 'heavy price' for rocket fire
JERUSALEM (AP) — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu

Pipeline hit by cyberattack could be back by week's end
WASHINGTON (AP) — The operator of a major U.S. pipeline

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: NCAA's ideas on hoops rule changes are a real flop
Look, why don’t we have a serious, honest-to-goodness attempt to call the block/charge correctly before we add the “James Harden Shuffle,” eh?

Antiques star coming to J.C. White House
James Supp, star of Antiques Roadshow, will offer his appraisal skills at a Museum of North Idaho event Saturday.
One big happy family
Single dad with huge family thankful for Press Christmas for All gifts
Press Christmas for All makes a big difference in life of big family

Tips for young investors looking into stock trading apps
The Game Stop Saga revealed a space in

It may be another disastrous year for wildfires in the west
Despite a little moisture over the weekend, it’s been one of the driest first 10 days in recorded history in Coeur d’Alene and the rest of the Inland Empire.

COVID Watch
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Double the fun in Spirit Lake
Armed Forces Day Saturday; Cardboard Boat Regatta May 22
Spirit Lake Cardboard Boat Regatta set for May 22
School and Senior Meals
School and Senior Meals: May 10-14
NIC SOFTBALL: Cardinals split with Columbia Basin
Taryn Vanderwiel homered in both games, including a grand slam in the second game, for North Idaho College, which split a Northwest Athletic Conference softball doubleheader with Columbia Basin on Sunday at Memorial Field in Coeur d'Alene.

Today's Ghastly Groaner
My kids laugh at me for being crazy.
Legals for May, 10 2021
Sunday, May 9

'I came back'
Linda Hines finds hope, reconnects with her children, regains her life, following seven year battle with neurological disorder
Linda Hines beats FND
THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: 'You're OK' mom; Timberlake High freshman Casey Whaley is back playing following a kidney transplant — thanks to her mom
At first, they thought Casey Whaley was just suffering from the flu. The next time, they thought maybe it was heatstroke. But the then-13-year-old, two-sport athlete kept getting sick.

MOMENTS, MEMORIES and MADNESS with STEVE CAMERON: 'The Say Hey Kid' excelled on the basepaths — and everywhere else
The oldest living Hall of Famer turned 90 on Thursday, and his birthday sparked a flurry of tributes and remembrances.

Aaron's Furniture to open in former Pier 1 location
Business Bits column for May 9
PREP ROUNDUP: Lakeland rallies from 10 runs down to beat Timberlake
Scott Pemberton scored on a passed ball in the bottom of the sixth inning to give Lakeland the lead as the Hawks, who trailed 10-0 in the second inning, beat the visiting Timberlake Tigers 15-10 in the regular season finale for both schools on senior day for Lakeland at Gorton Field on Saturday.
Regional/district high school tournaments
Schedules for this week's high school state-qualifying tournaments

MY GARDEN PATH: Yes, we 'May' say goodbye to winter!
At long last, spring has arrived!
NIC SOCCER: Cardinal women shut out in first match since April 24
North Idaho College, playing its first match since April 24 due to COVID-19 protocols, was held to one shot on goal in a 2-0 loss to Walla Walla Community College in Northwest Athletic Conference play on Saturday at Eisenwinter Field.

Susan Joanne Millsap Price Lake
On Tuesday, May 4, 2021, Susan Joanne Millsap Price Lake
Absentee voting points toward heavy Election Day turnout
Kootenai County's number of already-returned absentee ballots already eclipses May 2019's total requested absentee count.
HISTORY: A progressive rewrite
“Progressives” want to teach that American history started in 1619 and was built by slavery.
VOTING: Do your duty
I’ve been watching this back-and-forth with the KCRCC and others.

SPECIAL ADVERTISING CONTENT: Make vacation plans at Dover Bay on Lake Pend Oreille
Neighborhood of the Week: May 9
CRT: Understand it first
Sholeh Patrick’s column on CRT was most important.
SHED: Shame on whistleblower
I am a close friend of Rebecca Martin.

Milestone Announcements
See who's celebrating!
TROUBLE: Yep, it’s here
With apologies to Meredith Wilson’s Music Man…
RACIST: No, GOP isn’t
The Republican Party is leaning toward racism…Looks like Gayla Moseley “drank the punch.”

Angela Rose Murray, 69
On April 10, 2021, Angela Rose Murray,

Kathleen Moseley
Our beloved mother, Kathleen Moseley, passed away on April 9,
LIBRARY: Voters, consider safety
Interesting to read that censoring anything at all as a library trustee might disqualify a person from consideration, yet one of the candidates for the position openly, and rightly, states that making the libraries “safe” is a primary concern.

Kimberly Ann Gallagher (Lamb), 53
Kim, our beautiful daughter, mother, sister, grandmother and all-around
CRT: Column made it clear
Kudos to Sholeh for her column on Tuesday, May 4.
LEVY: Quality at fair cost
The recent Post Falls school levy results were a surprise and a disappointment.
A breath of fresh nonpartisan air
Political demagogues, you've been put on notice.

Robert 'Bob' Lee Bartlett Jr.
Nov. 23, 1943 - April 10, 2021
Bob was the second oldest of seven children, born from lifelong teachers
MACKAY: Don't let incompetence become your Titanic
The Titanic was state-of-the-art.

Kathleen 'Kathy' Lois Kalaher Baade, 72
Kathleen “Kathy” Lois Kalaher Baade passed away peacefully

Hayden Chamber of Commerce hosts 'A Thousand Letters Home' Author Teresa Irish
On May 27, 2021, at 7am, Teresa Irish, author of “A Thousand Letters Home,”
Saturday, May 8

THE FRONT ROW WITH JASON ELLIOTT: Food and a good run toward the finish
Track runners, whether it be distance or sprints, are a different breed of athlete. To do it successfully takes a lot of time and dedication, not just to the skill on the track.
PREP ROUNDUP: Lakeside boys, St. Maries girls win at Wallace golf invite
St. Maries freshman Seth Swallows shot an eight-over 80 to earn boys medalist honors at the Wallace Invitational at Shoshone Golf Course on Friday afternoon.

Matheson stands by 'recruitment' statements
Says he made his own decision to run
The Kootenai County treasurer said the KCRCC's push for him to join the race in no way influenced his decision to seek a Kootenai Health trustee seat.
Mosaic magnificence
Sorensen celebrates completion of 120-foot mural
Sorensen celebrates completion of all-school mural that adds color, beauty to the community

Hayden Lake School goes back out to bid
Cd'A School District rejects bids that were under value; sets minimum at $2 million
Old Hayden Lake School goes out for rebid, minimum set at $2 million

Fire guts Cd'A's Merger Mines offices
Fire officials have begun an investigation.
Signing photos May 8, 2021
Tori Younker of Coeur d'Alene High and Alissa Stennett of Lake City High recently signed letters of intent to continue their athletic careers in college.

COVID-19 Watch
COVID-19 statistics
LEVY: Deserves your support
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HOSPITAL: Time for change
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FAST FIVE: Rita Sims-Snyder: A steward of the Coeur d'Alene Carousel
Meet Rita Sims-Snyder, a local native who loves her hometown.
LIBRARY: Choose wisely, vote
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The stay-at-home dad: Noise-cancelling parenting
That’s it. I’m not listening to them anymore!
BOND: Support fire fighters
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McFARLAND: The most qualified
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McFARLAND: For hospital trustee
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HOSPITAL: Trust these three
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Northwest Notes May 8, 2021
NAU’s Arnson Named FCS Punter of the Year
Dancing hearts
I was reminded yet again after a recent, minor health scare:

Huge laughs, heart in Netflix’s ‘Mitchells vs. the Machines’
A misfit family takes on the robot apocalypse in the hilarious

No bail for man accused of violating probation
A man who pleaded guilty to molesting a 12-year-old girl is being held without bail after allegedly violating the terms of his probation.

Growth grumblings rise in Rathdrum
Some question city's direction during town hall on comprehensive plan
Some question city's direction during town hall on comprehensive plan

The cat's pajamas
3Cs Roaring '20s Fashion Show a smashing good time
Hundreds enjoy fashion, food, fun and finery at 3Cs Fashion Show

'Paws for a Cause' benefits KHS
John L. Scott to clean up, barbecue
Sheriff's blotter
Notable calls for the day!
Police: Woman threatened tenant over unpaid rent
A woman is facing a felony charge after police said she threatened her tenant with a baseball bat over unpaid rent.

Harvey Lee Renner, 70
Harvey Lee Renner, age 70, of Rose Lake, Idaho

Property tax relief? HB 389 says it provides that
The bill's tumultuous path through the Idaho House and Senate this week now goes to Gov. Little for consideration.

Lela 'Lee' A. Stark, 97
On April 19, 2021, after 97 wonderful years

Maurice Fournier, 79
Maurice “Moe” Andrew Fournier, age 79, of Hayden, Idaho

Vote yes for PFSD levy
I would like to encourage everyone in I would like to encourage everyone in the
Reclaim Idaho files lawsuit
Aims to strike down ballot-initiative law
Reclaim Idaho files lawsuit to strike down anti-initiatives law
NIAHU Recognized with Gold Certification
North Idaho Association of Health Underwriters

POST FALLS ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Isaac Ballew, Post Falls High School
Senior Isaac Ballew is this week's Post Falls High School Athlete of the Week.

'Fight Hunger and Feed Hope'
1,800 families will be receiving turkeys
Legals for May, 8 2021
Friday, May 7

PHOTOS: 'We Have Got To Rise Up'
An estimated 600 people attended the National Day of Prayer gathering, sponsored by the Coeur d’Alene Ministerial Association, on a hot, sunny day at Veterans Memorial plaza at McEuen Park.

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 28: Headlines from 5/5 thru 5/7
In this episode of the North Idaho Now Podcast, Chanse Watson and Madison Hardy go over the latest news coming out of the Coeur'd Alene/Post Falls Press, the Bonner County Daily Bee, the Bonners Ferry Herald, and the Shoshone News-Press from May 5 to 7.

Bill to kill up to 90% of Idaho wolves signed by governor
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Idaho Gov. Brad Little

Talks 'intensify' on bringing US back to Iran nuclear deal
VIENNA (AP) — World powers held a fourth
Yellowstone, Grand Teton parks to resume bus operations
BILLINGS, Mont. (AP) — Yellowstone and Grand Teton
Idaho sets June execution date for Gerald Ross Pizzuto Jr.
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Idaho death row inmate

Red meat politics: GOP turns culture war into a food fight
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Conservatives last

PREP TRACK AND FIELD: A friendly day in the throws, on the track
The Ironwood Throws Center in Rathdrum has seen its fair share of national records in recent years. Now, if it can happen at the high school level in a few weeks, we'll have to wait and see.

PREP SOFTBALL: Lakeland wraps up top seed to regionals
Devry Bursch pitched a two-hit shutout with 12 strikeouts in the opener, and the Lakeland Hawks beat the Sandpoint Bulldogs 13-0 to wrap up the 4A Inland Empire League championship Thursday at War Memorial Field in Sandpoint.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Who needs an app when watching M's try to hit puts you to sleep
OK, Mariners fans, you have a new word. Use it as your mantra.

PREP BASEBALL: Lakeland notches first league win, denies Sandpoint league title
Sophomore Nick Nowell hit a two-run triple to score Caleb Jacobson and Garrett Love as the Lakeland Hawks used a six-run bottom of the fifth inning to beat the Sandpoint Bulldogs 6-2 in the first game of an Inland Empire League doubleheader at Gorton Field on Thursday. Sandpoint beat Lakeland 9-5 in the nightcap.
PREP ROUNDUP: Coeur d'Alene boys, girls win at Lakeland golf invite
Coeur d’Alene swept team titles at the Lakeland Invitational at The Links Golf Course on Thursday.

Lakeland's Ryan named Gatorade Idaho high school volleyball player of the year
Lakeland High senior right-side hitter Katy Ryan, who led the Hawks their first state title in school history, was named 2020-21 Gatorade Idaho Volleyball Player of the Year.

Woman charged with DUI after head-on crash
A woman is being held on $50,000 bail after police said she caused a head-on crash while driving drunk with a child in the car.
The fate of the big blue lake
Second study session ends with focus on Lake Cd'A health
Study committee reflects on presentation data

NIC student wins regional and state awards for journalism
Hannah Neff also works in newsroom at The Press
NIC student wins regional and state awards for journalism

'We have got to rise up'
About 600 attend National Day of Prayer rally at McEuen Park
National Day of Prayer

COVID-19 Watch
COVID-19 statistics
Northwest Notes May 7, 2021
Gonzaga-San Diego baseball series rescheduled for May 27-29
LEFT: Despise Christian right
By their words and actions (including hate speech and fake news) it is obvious that the progressive liberal left despise the conservative Christian right.
NIC SOFTBALL: Cardinals take two from Columbia Basin
Audrey Walker hit a two-run home run in the fourth inning for North Idaho College in an 11-3 win over the Columbia Basin Hawks in the first game of a Northwest Athletic Conference doubleheader on Thursday.
Curtain rises on Regal Riverstone today
The movie theater that has largely been dark since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic will once again open its doors.
KCRCC: Template to not follow
I would like to join the growing chorus of voices in expressing my concern about the amount of control Brent Regan has been absorbing in elections within Kootenai County, especially with the “non-political” positions being put before the voters.
GOP: Unite vs. liberal agenda
Another vitriolic opinion composition in a recent Press against fellow Republicans; this one using the comparison to the John Birch Society.
EXTREMISM: Keep area moderate
THANK YOU for your honest appraisal and vetting of the trustee candidates for the hospital and library boards in Sunday’s Editorial.
LEGISLATORS: The free circus
I must thank the Idaho Legislature.

Artists Showcase opens today
Event features local artists, goes through Saturday
Coeur d'Alene Art Association's Artists Showcase returns for 20th year, goes through Saturday at the fairgrounds
GROWTH: Guidelines for group
Regional Partnership on Growth held its first “meeting” recently.
LEVY: Volunteers’ testimonial
The Post Falls School District is to be commended for its prudent attention to budget management.
GROWTH: Follow the money
I am writing this in response to April 28 editorial “Poison is a poor cure for growth anxiety.” We elected and appointed these officials.

Music to her ears
NIC virtual Mother's Day concert Sunday, musical showcase Wednesday
NIC to host virtual Mother's Day concert Sunday, musical showcase Wednesday
RESPONSE: Diversity isn’t evil
Wow. In response to Robert Hunt’s letter of April 30, I’d like to know how he can paint half the population in such terms as rot and wanting to spray us all with pesticide.
Movie Times
Hayden Cinema

For now, that's who we are, Idaho
Get involved politically and hold your elected officials accountable.
THANKS: Strangers to the rescue
Sunday while enjoying a spring walk I fell and hurt a knee and hand.
VACCINES: Get on board
Most of us who have been vaccinated are trying to understand the reluctance of people to get their COVID shot.
TEACHER: Three cheers for Tanya
Kudos to Tanya Lilley, the U.S. History teacher at Lakes Middle School for her “thinking outside the box” teaching style!

Moving History Forward: Playland Pier was fun central
In the fall of 1940, Earl Somers and his

Cd'A Tribe swears in new officials
Allan returns as chairman; Szcenski, Matheson also re-elected
Allan returns as chairman of Coeur d'Alene Tribal Council; Szcenski, Matheson also re-elected

Movers and Shakers
Heritage Health’s chief clinical officer, Peter Purrington, has been conferred

Find out if you're an IdahoIC
I didn’t know what Inland Northwesterners thought of Californians until it was too late. I was unloading

HREI embracing patriotic phrases through art
Institute calls for artists to participate in new project, deadline is May 21
HREI calls for artists to submit work for 'Embrace' project, use patriotic terms to empower rather than exclude

Joan Joyce Springer, 79
Joan Joyce Springer, 79, passed away on Monday, April 26, 2021. Joan was born Feb. 21, 1942 to Paul and Dorothy Pitts (Bussell) in Syracuse, N.Y.
Kite Festival to fly high Saturday
Kite Festival to fly high Saturday
Rummage sale at Vine Church
The Vine Church will be holding a two-day rummage sale to raise money to send kids to camp for free this summer. The sale happens from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Friday, May 14, and Saturday, May 15 at the church, located at 9407 N. Government Way in Hayden.
Sheriff's blotter
Notable calls for the day!

Wendall Brian Galland, 61
Wendall Brian Galland passed away in his home in Middleton, Idaho, on April 23, 2021,
Hold officials responsible for housing crisis
An interesting article was printed on April 8

Man accused of sexual abuse at Walmart
A man is being held on $200,000 bail after he was allegedly caught on video attempting to fondle a child in Walmart.
Legals for May, 7 2021
Thursday, May 6

Sheriff: Girl shoots 3 at Idaho school; teacher disarms her
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — A sixth-grade girl brought
WA Democratic lawmakers decry pause of Pierce County
OLYMPIA, Wash. (AP) — Washington Gov. Jay Inslee

NY: Broadband cos paid for 8.5M fake net neutrality comments
The Office of the New York Attorney General said in a new report that a campaign

Fishing tensions flare between France, UK over Brexit rules
LONDON (AP) — British Royal Navy vessels and French police boats patrolled

Feud breaks out among GOP lawmakers over Snake River dams
SPOKANE, Wash. (AP) — Some Republican members of Congress

Biden to push his big infrastructure plan in GOP stronghold
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden will push the case for

Shooting at Idaho middle school injures 3; student captured
RIGBY, Idaho (AP) — A shooting at an eastern Idaho middle

India's gov't eases hospital oxygen shortage as demand jumps
NEW DELHI (AP) — Under order by the Supreme Court, India's
The usual ingredients ... with a touch of fun
In pursuit of its first state title, Post Falls High baseball team keeps it light
Senior leadership is a big part of most championship teams. So is chemistry. The Post Falls High baseball team has both — as well as some younger players also playing key roles — on this year's squad which, on Tuesday, won a league title in baseball for the first time in school history.

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: League success doesn't always carry over to postseason
For the first time ever, the road to state in 5A baseball goes through Post Falls. Not that being the top seed in the 5A Region 1 tournament guarantees anything — at least recently.
PREP TRACK AND FIELD: District 1 All-Star Meet set for today
The annual District 1 All-Star Meet, which is made up of the top 16 athletes and eight relays in the area, will be held today starting at 2:30 p.m. at Post Falls High.
PREP SOFTBALL: Lewiston walks off with 5A IEL title; Post Falls earns split
Kaycie Barber scored on a sacrifice fly to tie the game in the top of the seventh inning for Post Falls, but a walk-off triple in the bottom half of the inning gave Lewiston a 7-6 win at Airport Park on Wednesday, clinching the top seed and right to host the 5A Region 1 tournament on Tuesday afternoon.
NIC ROUNDUP: Cardinals play to draw with Blue Mountain
Greyden Lee, a freshman from Lake City High, scored on an assist from Chris Meza in the 68th minute for North Idaho College, which played to a 1-1 draw with Blue Mountain in Northwest Athletic Conference play on Wednesday.
AT COLLEGE: May 6, 2021
Updates on area athletes at the next level
Protesters show support for ousted NIC professor
Wednesday's demonstration highlights a months-long investigation a teacher's supporters say is an unfair decision.

Where kids will grow strong
'Sensory Garden' hopes to plant bright futures at Children's Village
Sensory Garden groundbreaking held at Children's Village

Bleating hearts
Hundreds of baby goats being delivered this week to raise money for the Wishing Star Foundation
Bleating hearts
Council awards Riverstone Amphitheater naming rights to ICCU
The 10-year deal will help fund a shading structure to protect bands and fans.

COVID-19 Watch
COVID-19 statistics

Bowling scores: May 6, 2021
Results from local leagues

Silda May (Wilson) Pollard, 98
Heaven's gardens just became more brilliant and immense! Silda May (Wilson) Pollard, diagnosed with lung cancer merely three weeks prior to her passing, died peacefully in her daughters’ home where she had been living since the onset of the pandemic.
Man charged with felonies for alleged knife threat
A man is facing multiple felony charges after police said he threatened a woman with a knife.
Quick guide if you're considering a Chromebook
Chromebooks initially weren’t very popular because they
Plummer man sentenced to 23 years for child exploitation
Plummer man sentenced to 23 Years for child exploitation
Man sentenced for felony domestic violence
A man who pleaded guilty to threatening his former wife with a gun will spend about six months in jail.

Richard John Winter
Richard John Winter went home to heaven on May 1, 2021.

Post Falls OKs impact fee plan
Post Falls council to review outdated improvement plans
Idaho third fastest in COVID recovery
Outside of patients in distress at Kootenai Health, given the public mood

Donald Ernest Simon, 88
Donald Ernest Simon, 88, passed away on Nov. 22, 2020.
COVID-19 vaccination walk-ins now available
Safeway and Albertsons pharmacies offering all three FDA approved vaccines
Forest fires impact on water quality
National Academies of Sciences continues day two of Lake Coeur d'Alene study discussion
National Academies of Sciences continues day two of Lake Coeur d'Alene study discussion

Panhandle Region waters to be stocked with trout in May
Panhandle Region waters to be stocked with trout in May
Fee change pitched at South Fork of the Snake River access sites
Fee change pitched at South Fork of the Snake River access sites

Audubon Spring
Are you hearing a little music in the air nowadays? If not
Legals for May, 6 2021
Wednesday, May 5

PHOTOS: 'A beautiful tribute'
From base to golden crowns, the new granite statue of Mary and Baby Jesus stands 7-feet tall and weighs a ton. A statue of the risen Jesus just across the pathway has the same dimensions. Two solid granite benches were also put in on the cool, cloudy afternoon by Brandon Mitchell and TJ Harris with Memorial Monuments. Photos and story by Bill Buley

PHOTOS: In the heat of the moment
KCFR nonresponse personnel experience what firefighters do. Photos and story by Bill Buley

COVID's US toll projected to drop sharply by the end of July
NEW YORK (AP) — Teams of experts are projecting COVID-19's

Woman from Mali gives birth to 9 babies in Morocco
BAMAKO, Mali (AP) — A Malian woman has given birth to nine

Facebook board upholds Trump ban, just not an indefinite one
Former President Donald Trump won’t return to Facebook — at least not yet.

Families, advocates mark day of awareness for Native victims
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — From Washington to Indigenous

Oregon extends COVID workplace mask rule indefinitely
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Oregon adopted a controversial rule on Tuesday that
Kraken launch foundation focused on youth homelessness
SEATTLE (AP) — Months before their first game, the Seattle Kraken have launched

Shooting highlights lack of body cams among Portland police
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Two police officers raised their weapons

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Seahawks mull whether Sherman 2.0 would be a good fit
Richard Sherman will always be a competitor. He’s not out selling Girl Scout cookies. He wouldn’t be making a missionary visit to the Seahawks locker room. There is a big, big, bossy personality under that new mature demeanor. But the five-time Pro Bowler sounds like a more sensible version of the loud, angry, always-something-to-prove player we saw in Seattle.
PREP ROUNDUP: Post Falls captures league title in baseball for first time in school history
With history — and the top seed to regionals — on the line, Post Falls turned to CD Sharples, and the junior delivered a masterpiece when the Trojans needed it most.
NIC ROUNDUP: Mims leads Cardinal men in return from COVID-19 pause
Julius Mims, a freshman from Billings, Mont., had 20 points and seven rebounds for North Idaho College in a 98-70 win over Big Bend in Northwest Athletic Conference play at Rolly Williams Court on Tuesday.

The heat of the moment
KCFR non-response personnel experiences what firefighters do
The heat of the moment

Home business runs afoul of city code
PF woman stands up for her She Shed
Post Falls crafter hopes to save her haven

Cd'A council approves East Sherman pocket parks
The two parks — one an amenity-packed draw, the other a minimal green space — could open around the 4th of July.

Man charged with rape
A man is being held on $750,000 bail after police said he raped his girlfriend and attacked her child.

COVID-19 Watch
COVID-19 statistics
Inland Empire PGA results: May 5, 2021
Results from Monday's round at MeadowWood Golf Course

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: James Swan, North Idaho College
North Idaho College freshman James Swan is this week's Knudsten Chevrolet Athlete of the Week
FLAG: What it means
Flying the U.S. flag was never intended to be a political statement.
‘FIGHTERS’: Who are they?
North Idaho Freedom Fighters?
NEW GROUP: Opinions unwanted
Interesting article on Sunday’s front page about a new political group, North Idaho Freedom Fighters.
LEVY: An unwise investment
Well the war is heating up! Mark Johnson, Post Falls, was quite emotional and personal in his attack of Paul Mahlow’s April 14 letter in the Coeur d’Alene Press.
THANKS: Music to our ears
To all of the musicians, donors and patrons in attendance for our final concert on the evening of April 24 at the Kroc Center, as well as those donors and patrons who have supported the Coeur d’Alene Symphony this past year in our effort to keep the music alive for the 2020-2021 Chamber Concert Series season — THANK YOU!
McFARLAND: For hospital trustee
Everyone, please do not neglect to vote on May 18 for Dr. Robert McFarland for Kootenai Hospital District Board of Trustees.
FREEDOM: Burn, baby, burn
Additional Celebration During Fourth of July: Do a mask burning with friends, family or neighbors.

Farmers Market season here at last
Starting Friday, fans can sample three markets each week
Athol Farmers' Market begins Friday
Welcome to Idaho! Now then…
Let's see what you know about your new state.
OBSOLETE: Headed that direction
Watching “The Obsolete Man” Twilight Zone episode reminds me of today’s political actions toward those who have a different view from their own.

All dressed up and somewhere to go
Class of 2021 seniors around our county are celebrating the return to normal by donning formal wear, corsages and boutonnieres for prom season.
ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Expectations
How much is enough? Perhaps the better question is how much is the
Cd'A Carousel reports awesome weekend
Carousel-goers flock to historic attraction in downtown Coeur d'Alene over the weekend
ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Living with pain
Pain can be debilitating and affect not only how we feel but our quality of life.
Sheriff's blotter
Notable calls for the day! 05-01-21
HAGADONE: Condolences to family
My condolences to Brad Hagadone on the passing of his father.
LIBERAL: Look it up
Every time I see or hear a Republican complain about those “liberals” like it were a dirty word, I cringe, and think of the dictionary definition of liberal: “Bountiful, open-minded, marked by generosity and open-handedness; tolerant; not bound by orthodoxy or authoritarianism.”
DBH: R.I.P., and thank you
I was driving up Fourth Street on Sunday and saw the sign on Steve La Tourette’s styling salon that read, “R.I.P. D.B.H. Thanks!”
TASK FORCE: A tricky misnomer
Don’t you just love the word “task force” when the government wants to look at something and make it sound like they really care?
ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Daydreaming or inability to maintain concentration?
As a child I rarely got into trouble unless it was for “daydreaming.”
Woman charged with trafficking meth, cocaine
A Washington woman is facing multiple felonies after police said they found almost 40 grams of cocaine in her car.
Pros of poetry and prose
NIC lit mag Trestle Creek Review celebrates 35th edition
NIC lit mag Trestle Creek Review turns 35
LEVY: Parental support
As a parent and product of the Post Falls Schools system, I urge you to vote yes on the upcoming levy for the school district.

Local teacher earns award from Idaho Education Association
Tama Meyer recognized for dedication to public education
Retired teacher Tama Meyer, of Coeur d'Alene, earns award from Idaho Education Association
OPINIONS: Kudos to Press
We are really grateful for your reasoned opinions, most recently in Sunday’s candidate endorsement editorial.
RAKE ‘N RUN: A home run
About two weeks ago there was a Press article and picture of Rake N’ Run volunteers.

Man bound over for trial in forest attack case
A Washington man is accused of taking his girlfriend into the woods, choking her and then abandoning her in the middle of the night.
Prayer rallies set for Thursday
Prayer rallies on Thursday
NEW GROUP: Dismay on display
Like many longtime Coeur d’Alene residents, I have been growing very concerned about the influx of folks moving in and the many impacts on our quality of life here.
ZONING: The simple solution
Regarding the Post Falls Planning and Zoning Commission, I was appalled by Comm. Schlotthauer’s statement: “I sympathize with a homeowner…but ultimately their property right is to stay or buy somewhere else.” Really?
NEW GROUP: Unmasked agenda
In response to North Idaho freedom fighters, I am curious as to their interpretation of the U.S. Constitution regarding their chief complaints of wearing a mask during a pandemic?

E. DelMar 'Del' Jaquish
May 18, 1929 – April 23, 2021
Del was born in Fresno, Calif., to Opal and Cecil Jaquish.
HAGADONE: Commission a statue
I moved here from the Seattle area in 2009 shortly after my first wife’s death.

Doris Marie (Kingsley) Reaves
Doris Marie (Kingsley) Reaves, beloved wife, mother,

After two days of controversy, Senate OKs higher ed budget
With HB 387 now on its way to the Governor's desk for signature, one of the key appropriations keeping lawmakers from adjourning has cleared.

Silda May (Wilson) Pollard, 98
Aug. 27, 1922 – March 26, 2021
Heaven's gardens just became more brilliant and immense! Silda May (Wilson) Pollard, diagnosed with lung cancer merely three weeks prior to her passing, died peacefully in her daughters’ home where she had been living since the onset of the pandemic.

They choose love
Love Lives Here CDA, community members celebrate Global Love Day
Love Lives Here CDA, community members celebrate Global Love Day
Phosphorus numbers troubling
National Academy of Sciences study talks element levels in Coeur d'Alene Basin
National Academy of Sciences study talks element levels in Coeur d'Alene Basin

Robert William Steele
Robert William Steele passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on Nov. 23, 2020.

James Homer Russell
1927 - 2021
James “Jim” Homer Russell, 93, of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho,

Lahoma Alice Russell
1924 - 2021
Lahoma Alice Russell, 96, of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, passed
Youth Sports May 5, 2021
Baseball, soccer, volleyball and more
MASKS: Complex or simple
Shortly after the New Year 2020 ball dropped, another ball like image with fuzzy little knitted yarn looking things sticking out of it invaded our world.
Legals for May, 5 2021
Tuesday, May 4

Bill and Melinda Gates divorce could shake up philanthropy
As much as Bill and Melinda Gates might

Inslee: No new COVID-19 restrictions in Washington for now
OLYMPIA, Wash. (AP) — Washington Gov.

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 27: Headlines from 5/1 thru 5/4, these are
In this episode of the North Idaho Now Podcast, Chanse Watson and Josh McDonald use the force to go over the latest news coming out of the Coeur'd Alene/Post Falls Press, the Bonner County Daily Bee, and the Shoshone News-Press from May 1 to 4.
Idaho House tries again to limit governor's emergency powers
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Three pieces of legislation
Police say 3 dead, several injured in 7-car crash in Idaho
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Three people have died

Ethiopia 'at a crossroads' amid spiraling ethnic conflict
GONDAR, Ethiopia (AP) — Aba Yosief Desta preferred not to

Storms spawn twisters in Mississippi, kill 3 across South
YAZOO CITY, Miss. (AP) — Much of the South faced more severe
Panel kills bill to give Idaho veto power over US decisions
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — An Idaho Senate panel on Monday rejected legislation intended to give Idaho lawmakers
WA events can increase capacity with vaccinated sections
OLYMPIA, Wash. (AP) — More people will be allowed at indoor

Mexico City metro overpass collapse kills at least 23
MEXICO CITY (AP) — An elevated section of the Mexico

Hyundai recalls over 390K vehicles for possible engine fires
DETROIT (AP) — Hyundai is recalling more than 390,000

PREP TRACK AND FIELD: Chapman: On her own time
Lake City High senior uses mind, attention to detail, in rise through T-Wolves record books
You can take 20,000 steps a day, but do you really think about getting better with each one? Lake City High senior Angelyca Chapman does.
NIC GOLF: Swan, NIC men triumph in final tourney of season
Freshman James Swan earned medalist honors with a 2-under 142 and the North Idaho College men’s golf team wrapped up its 2020-21 season by winning the NIC Spring Invitational on Monday at Circling Raven Golf Club.

East Sherman pocket park to get another push
The council will debate what to do with the now-demolished Star Haven and Sandman properties tonight.
Fresh flowers at Fallen Heroes Plaza
Students honor sacrifice of police, fire killed in the line of duty
Hayden Meadows Elementary continues tradition of honoring fallen heroes by planting beautiful spring flowers
Lake Cd'A under microscope, take 2
Intensive water quality study resumes today
Public invited to attend meetings this week

Roosevelt Inn sale falls through
Historic bed and breakfast remains with Hough family; help wanted
Historic bed and breakfast remains with Hough family, for now

COVID-19 Watch
COVID-19 statistics
Northwest Notes May 4, 2021
Washington State men's basketball head coach Kyle Smith announced Monday the promotion of Jim Shaw to associate head coach.
Government not needed to deal with deer
It is clear that there are as many different
PREP ROUNDUP: Martindale, Lake City tops Lakeland in baseball
Prep Roundup for May 4
Gas prices jump again
Average price in Idaho now over $3 a gallon
COEUR d'ALENE — At first glance, Idaho gas prices were stable this week, with the state average increasing by just 2 cents. But things were much more volatile at the local level, with significant price jumps in some areas and little or no movement in others.

Critters of North Idaho: Giant Palouse Earthworm
When we think of elusive creatures should—they
Critical race theory explained
Here's a brief explanation of a complex issue.

An up-and-down day
Vicky Richardson takes Silverwood's 'Plunge' 40 times
An up-and-down day

Forms of government group about to get going
County commissioners talk the study and public transportation during Monday meeting

Chip Shots May 4, 2021
News, results from local golf leagues.

Fresh off divorce, stimulus strings can be scary
Feds deposit funds into ex-husband's account
Holding stimulus checks, tax returns hostage is domestic abuse
Legals for May, 4 2021
Monday, May 3

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Update on Sammie, my visits to the Middle East, and more
You probably know that Medina Spirit captured the 147th Derby on Saturday, giving trainer Bob Baffert and jockey John Velasquez each back-to-back victories in the historic race. Much of the post-race hoopla centered on Baffert, who apparently could train your pet mule to win a Breeders Cup race. This was Baffert’s seventh Derby triumph, which is almost unbelievable. Meanwhile, though, I was thinking about the horse’s owner, Amr Zedan.

Library trustee candidates speak out on fiscal policy, censorship
The Press asked Community Library Network trustee candidates about their motivations for running, their priorities if elected, and a few other questions in the run-up to the May 18 election.

Jazzed about Reading is on the move
Pro-literacy nonprofit lines up assemblies in Lakeland
Pro-literacy nonprofit lines up assemblies in Lakeland

Summer looks drier, hotter than usual
Next week: 2021 fire season preview
Next week, a preview of 2021 fire season.

Voters, know this about May 18 election
Kootenai County elections manager clarifies some May 18 misunderstandings.

COVID Watch
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School and Senior Meals
School and Senior Meals: May 3-7
NIC ROUNDUP: Vanderwiel powers Cardinals to softball sweep
Taryn Vanderwiel and James Swan had big days for their respective North Idaho College teams on Sunday.
Legals for May, 3 2021
Sunday, May 2
We're hiring!
Despite higher pay, North Idaho struggling to find employees
With a low unemployment rate, North Idaho struggles to find employees to fill jobs

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Draft 'value' is whatever you decide it is
When I "drafted" Muttley in 1997, she was in a pen with some other wiener dogs at a breeder in Cocolalla -- the equivalent of a first-round draft choice.

Freedom Fighters
New group aims to protect rights

PREP SOFTBALL: Coeur d'Alene topples error-prone Sandpoint
They played on grass and dirt instead of turf, but the Coeur d’Alene Vikings made the best of it in a 23-1 victory over the Sandpoint Bulldogs in what became a nonleague softball game Saturday at Sandpoint Middle School.

Cranberry Road Winery to open Wednesday
Business Bits for May 2

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Seahawks hope wheels don't fall off this pick at slot receiver
Let’s talk body parts. You want glamor, there’s Bette Davis’ eyes.

PREP ROUNDUP: Wood adds to record track campaign
With the bigger picture in mind, Post Falls junior Sammie Wood headed south for the Knight Invitational at Bishop Kelly High with eyes on a successful return trip to the Treasure Valley in a few weeks.
PREP BASEBALL: Rest helps wake Viking offense
With a week to prepare for the Inland Empire League regular season finale, Coeur d’Alene coach Erik Karns took advantage where he could.

Books on the shelf
Library officials stand by selection, place responsibility in hands of readers
Beckman leads Chiefs in romp
Adam Beckman recorded a hat trick and Bobby Russell had three assists for the Spokane Chiefs in an 8-3 win over the Seattle Thunderbirds in Western Hockey League play at the Spokane Arena on Saturday.
LEVY: Fully fund schools
I’m writing today as a parent of three kids who have been/are being educated by the Post Falls School District.

Milestone Announcements
See who's celebrating!
MACKAY: Barriers and opportunity
In a research experiment, a marine biologist placed a shark into a large holding tank and then released several small bait fish into the tank.
ELECTION: Pay attention, voters
Thank you, Coeur d’Alene Press, for your recent and important coverage of the Community Library District Trustee election.

Jerry Dean Butterfield, 35
Jerry Dean Butterfield, 35, of Portland, Ore., passed
Beyond the Call of Duty
Bus remembering fallen soldiers to stop in Coeur d'Alene

Joseph Louis Hodl III, 64
Joseph Louis Hodl III, 64, succumbed to COVID-19
LEVY: Don’t flunk twice
Citizens of Post Falls: Back in March, we failed the test when we voted down the school levy.

Barbara Nelson Vigue, 78
Barbara Nelson Vigue, age 78, of Coeur d’Alene,
HOSPITAL: McFarland for trustee
I am writing to recommend Dr. Robert McFarland for Kootenai Hospital District Board of Trustees.

Bella Ridge — upscale living with abundant space
Neighborhood of the Week: May 2
PRESS ENDORSEMENTS: Voters, don't buy what ideologues are peddling
Experience matters in any election, but especially this May 18.
DEER: Hold city responsible
Don’t you find it interesting that the Council has ensured that they and the city are protected by a “hold harmless” agreement that the participants must sign if anything goes wrong.
1 killed, 3 injured in Saturday crash
One person has died and three others injured

Our Gem: Lake is a Priority for the Future of Coeur d’Alene
One of the partners of the Our Gem Collaborative
Saturday, May 1

In Idaho, cattle can conquer wolves
Bill awaits gov's signature before opening wolf-hunting floodgates
Backers of bill believe it will better Idaho economy
Pick your pony
Cd'A Carousel opens today, announces new pony fostering program
Cd'A Carousel opens today, announces new pony fostering program

Scholar: Kootenai County has tough choices ahead
A professor at the University of Idaho spoke to local Democrats about the pros and pitfalls of changing forms of government.

THE FRONT ROW WITH JASON ELLIOTT: Getting the finish the kids deserve
Granted, this prep season has been different in a lot of different ways. Limited travel to within league rivals in most, if not all, cases — and the cases — due to the COVID-19 pandemic will do that.

PREP ROUNDUP: Timberlake wins another IML softball title
Timberlake freshman Acacia Pecor struck out six over five innings, allowing one hit in the Tigers’ 31-0 win over the Bonners Ferry Badgers in the first game of an Intermountain League twinbill on Friday.
NIC WOMEN'S BASKETBALL: Cold shooting dooms Cardinals against Spokane
Freshman Kolby Pimperton scored 17 points for North Idaho College, but the Cardinals shot 11 of 60 and were limited to 15 points in the second half of a 50-35 loss to the Community Colleges of Spokane in a Northwest Athletic Conference game in Coeur d'Alene on Friday.

Penning a new chapter
John Hartung retires after 41 years as director of the Community Library Network
John Hartung retires after 41 years as director of the Community Library Network
Northwest Notes May 1, 2021
Idaho senior punter Cade Coffey has been selected as a semifinalist for the Punter of the Year Award, presented by the Augusta Sports Council annually to the top punter in FCS.
Southwest offering new nonstop service
Will go from Spokane to Chicago, Orange County
Will go from Spokane to Chicago, Orange County
Playing pasture with tea
Who came up with tea?

Movers and Shakers
Namaste Foods
Prayer gathering on Thursday
Prayer gathering on Thursday

Final words on the Oscars; no kind words for ‘Mortal Kombat’
Despite a return to glitz, glamour and (mostly)

House starts to clear education logjam
Objections to critical race theory still might hamper efforts to pass a budget and sine die.

Community turns out for Hospice of North Idaho
Wine Taste event raises $200,000
Annual Wine Taste and Auction event raises $200,000
Graphic design students win poster contest
North Idaho College students won first and third
The stay-at-home dad: The ever-expanding kid menu
“You either eat what I provide or you don’t eat dinner!”

C1 My Turn Morris: Better believe it: Boards matter
There is a very important election in our community on May 18, with early voting available from May 3-14 at the county election office.

'A beautiful tribute'
New statues, benches put in at St. Thomas Cemetery
New statues, benches put in at St. Thomas Cemetery