Ellington

Surging natural gas prices: Threat to consumers this winter?

Price of natural gas in the United States has more than doubled since this time last year

N. Korea says 4th new test-firing was anti-aircraft missile

North Korea also recently has test-fired a new hypersonic missile

Biden signs bill to avert partial government shutdown

Keeps the government funded through Dec. 3

EXPLAINER: What Kilauea’s history tells us about its future

The new lava is an expected evolution of a volcano that is recharging after a huge eruption in 2018

Cd’A woman missing

Police are searching for a woman who went missing this week.

Washington Supreme Court unanimously OKs tax on big banks

The justices ruled that the tax does not discriminate against out-of-state banks

Military suicides rise 15% as senior leaders call for action

There were 580 suicides last year compared with 504 the prior year

School board group asks US for help policing threats

Liken vitriol to domestic terrorism.

Ecuador declares prison emergency after 116 killed in riot

Images circulating on social media showed dozens of bodies in the prison’s Pavilions 9 and 10 and scenes that looked like battlefields

Judge halts commercial timber harvest in Central Oregon

Nonprofit group likely to prevail on the merits of its claim that the project violated the National Environmental Policy Act.

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Reaction mixed to 5A, 4A golf moving to fall in 2022

"We were fine either way," Lake City athletic director Jim Winger said of whether state 5A and 4A golf moved to the fall, or remained in the spring. "But when I heard it passed I was kinda stunned, to be honest with you. I didn’t hear a lot of support from much of anyone."

NIC ROUNDUP: Subs provide spark as Cardinal men rally for draw

“Those guys made the most of their opportunities,” Thompson said. “We had four guys (Cameron Mason, AJ Putnam, Renteria, Meza) that stepped up and really lifted us up. Just in 30 minutes of time, they showed us that they’ve earned more time. Those guys, they’ve hung in, worked for their minutes and did just a great job today.”

PREP VOLLEYBALL: Bowman, T-Wolves ace nonleague test

Bowman serves six straight aces as Lake City rolls past University

Northwest Notes: Sept. 30, 2021

Hayden Lake pro Nelson named head professional at Maui course

'Respect' lauded in PF forum

2021 Elections Town Halls continue next Monday, Oct. 4

Hayden candidates talk growth

Second night of elections forums feature contestants from two city council races

Cool, dude

Skate park named for Coeur d'Alene Councilman Woody McEvers

Woody McEvers Skate Park

Doctor: COVID-19 deaths 'preventable'

Says 58 died of coronavirus at Kootenai Health in August, September

Doctor: COVID-19 deaths 'preventable'

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 statistics

Bowling scores: Sept. 30, 2021

Results from area leagues

Lucille Souza, 85

Lucille Souza, age 85, passed away on September 23, 2021 at Creekside Inn Memory Care in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.

Jan Gawel

Our beloved Jan passed away peacefully on September 22, 2021. Jan Gawel was born in Tuliglowy, Poland, on March 7th, 1954.

Ponderay shelter nearing capacity

Waiving adoption fees for adult animals

Animals need homes

Blessing of the Animals on Saturday

Blessings on Saturday

Christopher Justin Verbera, 49

Christopher Justin Verbera was born on May 18, 1972, in Glendora, Calif.

Tubbs cleanup on Sunday

Tubbs Hill cleanup on Sunday

Rathdrum's long-range look

Comprehensive plan outlines city's future

Rathdrum's future plan outlined in a comprehensive plan approved recently by city council

Child porn raid was constitutional, judge rules

A judge ruled that police did not violate the constitutional rights of a man accused of downloading child sexual abuse material when they raided his home.

AT COLLEGE: Sept. 30, 2021

Updates on area athletes at the next level

James Riemer, 61

James passed at age 61. He will be missed by his family, co-workers and the community.

INSIDE MY TURN: Why would health care providers lie?

The Press recently ran an opinion piece written by a man who implied health care providers are liars and cited critical care RN Emily Farness’ story about a nurse writing goodbye letters for a dying patient as evidence that the hospital is not really in crisis.

Rich Shabazian

Rich M. Shabazian, beloved husband, father, and friend passed away at Kootenai Health in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, on September 18, 2021.

A weak password can cripple you

One problem most of us have with setting up passwords is we want to create a quick and easy to remember password but this may not be our best strategy if the password ends up being weak and easily hackable.

Legals for September, 30 2021

North Korea says hypersonic missile made 1st test flight

North Korea last week made offers to improve relations with South Korea under certain conditions

Some fear boosters will hurt drive to reach the unvaccinated

Will lead some people to question the effectiveness of the vaccine in the first place

From paints to plastics, a chemical shortage ignites prices

Petrochemical companies have been shaken by the pandemic

US to resume enforcement of unlawful bird deaths by industry

Conservation groups have urged President Joe Biden to take stronger action to protect wildlife

Lava from La Palma eruption finally reaches the Atlantic

Lava flows have engulfed at least 656 buildings

Oregon school board adopts stricter political symbols ban

School board member accused of being 'a white, privileged male'

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: A's pitcher disses M's, who get the last dis

OK, boys and girls, it’s time for our world-renowned notes and quotes column — which is followed closely as far away as Mumbai.

Youth Sports Sept. 29, 2021

Volleyball, bowling, soccer, flag football ... and more

PREP ROUNDUP: Coeur d'Alene Charter boys hand Timberlake first IML soccer loss

“We had a game plan going into the match and we stuck to it,” Charter coach Craig Daigle said. “I was very impressed with how we keep grinding away. Treffen McCord played some of his best defense to date and topped it off with an amazing goal.”

NIC GOLF: Swan runner-up, Cardinal men third at season-opening tourney

Swan shot a 209, finishing two strokes behind medalist Devon Caruso of Lewis-Clark State, who won with a 207.

Idaho high school football media poll Sept. 29, 2021

How the state's media voted this week.

Mask debate dropped

CDA school trustees take mandate off agenda

Following the chaos which cancelled a special meeting to discuss a mask mandate on Friday, the Coeur d’Alene School District board of trustees decided not to reschedule, as well as removed masks from the agenda for their Monday meeting and switched to an online platform.

Forum focus on CDA issues

Candidates differ on roles, responsibilities of government

Post Falls and Hayden City Council forum starts tonight at 6:30

TAPS at TWILIGHT

Man honors lost veterans in nationally coordinated event

Bugles Across America in tribute

'RINO' keeps his seat

Effort to oust Brooks fizzles

Bill Brooks recall initiative dies from lack of signatures

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 statistics

NIC: An election preview

I was dumbfounded to witness the chaotic spectacle of the NIC Board of Trustees meeting on Sept. 22 where the cabal of Trustees Banducci, Barnes and McKenzie fired NIC President MacLennan “without cause.”

MY TURN: Ask the priest

Thanks to Terry Harwood for his Saturday My Turn.

DEATHS: Calling for compassion

Twenty-five letters to grieving families.

COVID: Common sense precautions

Whether you are vaccinated or not, there is ample evidence that everyone, whether vaccinated or not, should be taking a few simple supplements that are proven to be safe and seem to show a strong positive impact on reducing the severity of COVID.

Op-Ed: This new party is not like the old party

Voters, beware of the partisan trap.

COVID: Math on pediatrics

When I first read the article about Vanessa Carroll’s presentation to the Coeur d’Alene Rotary, I tried to research and check the math for myself.

COVID: Let’s make a deal

Maybe it would be a good idea for all of the people who are protesting masks to make a deal.

PANDEMIC: Skeptical of hysteria

In regard to the spirited “discussions” about the COVID-19 vaccinations, I humbly offer these thoughts (Note — I am NOT an “anti-vaxxer,” as I intend to get the normal flu shot soon and have recently been vaccinated for another disease).

EMP: The threat is real

We must do more to strengthen our power grid against an electromagnetic pulse (EMP) event.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Reporting from wine country

Mary and I were fortunate to travel to Napa Valley last week.

HAMMOND: For Cd’A mayor

I am writing to recommend and support Jim Hammond for the office of mayor of the city of Coeur d’Alene.

Festival favorites — when audiences will get to see award contenders

Film festival season returned with fury this fall, with in-person events hosting some of the most anticipated movies of the year.

MASKS: Yes — they do work

The front-page photo and story in Saturday’s paper concerning mask mandates made my heart ache.

RIVER: No excuse for sewage

I was on a canoe trip a month ago below the dam in Post Falls, where the third channel comes into the Spokane River. We see the sewage bubbling up in the river.

The stay-at-home dad: Baby tops the chain of command

My 4-year-old son runs the house.

ABORTION: Focus on fetal pain

I recently did research looking for present day, peer-reviewed data on when a baby in the womb feels pain.

COVID: Breakthrough cases noted

Did you hear last week’s news about that nursing home in Colville, Wash.?

MOB: In eye of beholder

The front page of the Sept. 25 Coeur d’Alene Press included a photograph captioned “MOB SCENE.”

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Adrenals and Thyroid: Answers to fatigue and weight gain

Fatigue and weight gain are two of the most often discussed issues related to health.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Digestive problems might be in your head?

The brain is the most nutrient dependent, energy dependent organ in the body, but it is also the most vulnerable organ to toxins and stress.

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Carson Tucker, Post Falls High School

Post Falls High senior wide receiver Carson Tucker is this week's Knudtsen Chevrolet Press Athlete of the Week.

DALTON: Ex-candidacy explained

A letter to the citizens of Dalton Gardens…

CARE: Only kicks in late

Rationed care is here. Grace Fletcher asked that question, sort of, in her letter Sept. 22.

MOB: They aren’t ‘adults’

I turned on the news tonight (Sept. 24) and witnessed one of the most disgusting examples of “adult behavior” ever displayed in our community.

MOB: Stand up to bullies

Dear School Board and Patriots…

Nothing funny about comic sans

All right, y’all, we need to have a talk.

MOB: Shadow over Cd’A

Tonight’s news (Sept. 24) made me feel embarrassed to be a resident of Coeur d’Alene.

She's lived a life worthy of headlines

It's OK to want to be more like Anita.

SCHOOLS: Elect effective leaders

I’ve been a teacher in the Coeur d’Alene District for 21 years as an elementary school teacher with various teaching positions.

MOB: A threat to safety

Saturday’s headline was quite disturbing!

What’s a Christian to do?

I’m hearing more often how it’s the ‘Christian’ thing to do to wear a mask, get the shot, stay away from large gatherings — because it’s what’s Jesus would do. Not so fast.

Daryl Medley, 60

Daryl Lee Medley, 60, lost his 5-year battle with cancer at home in Athol, Idaho with his loving family by his side on September 25, 2021.

LeRaine Hartman, 76

Lee, 76, was born August 29, 1945 in Coeur d' Alene to Wayne and Violet Sullivan. She graduated in 1964 from Coeur d' Alene High School.

Norman Yost, 90

Our dear Norman passed peacefully into the arms of Jesus while at home surrounded by loved ones on the evening of Friday, Sept. 17, 2021.

Light at the end of the tunnel for victims

Light at the end of the tunnel

Man gets probation in child injury case

A man who pleaded guilty to grabbing a 13-year-old boy by the neck will spend time on probation.

Philip Farr, 84

Philip Fredrick Farr, 84, entered Glory on September 8, 2021. Born June 8, 1937 in Sweetgrass, Mont.

Cd'A woman: Regeneron therapy works

Barb Chestine is thrilled with the results of the monoclonal antibodies treatment she received from Heritage Health after being diagnosed with COVID-19.

Northwest Specialty Hospital offering sleep apnea procedure

Sleep better

Archwood Hall unites business, historic building

Open house tonight

Archwood Hall open house set

Spirit Lake man bound over on rape charge

The case of a man accused of raping a missing teen girl has been referred to First District Court for further action.

Teamwork makes the dream work

CHS girls soccer squad wins one for community service

The Coeur d’Alene High School varsity girls soccer team spent their Saturday morning putting their muscles into a different sport, community service.

Parents sound off

School district receives immediate feedback to chair's message.

Northwest Notes Sept. 29, 2021

You'll have to wake up a little earlier on Oct. 16 to watch the Vandals play the Eags.

Sheriff's blotter

Sheriff's blotter

Dan Schroder

On Sept. 11, 2021, Daniel J. Schroder left this world doing the thing he loved, enjoying the lake.

Gas prices down slightly

Gas prices fall

William Nickelby, 50

William “Bill” Harold Nickelby, 50, of Portland, Ore., passed away at home September 14th, 2021.

Todd King, 50

Todd Michael King, age 50, passed away on September 13, 2021 due to injuries sustained in a tragic motorcycle accident on Labor Day.

Little fends off coronavirus criticisms

Some say he's not doing enough; others say he should stop pushing vaccine

Little fields coronavirus questions

Legals for September, 29 2021

Germany sees calls for quick decisions on new government

Olaf Scholz and his center-left Social Democrats won Sunday's parliamentary election

Wyoming city reflects vaccine hesitancy in conservative US

People bristle at the workplace vaccine mandate being pushed by President Joe Biden

Petito's dad: Give same attention to all missing people

Lawyer renews calls for Laundrie to turn himself in

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 69: Headlines from 9/25 thru 9/28

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 Sept. 25-28.

Maryland newspaper gunman gets more than 5 life prison terms

Survivors described the shooting as an attack on journalism

Seattle Council OKs rule for 6 months' notice of rent hikes

Property owners argued the measures could push small-scale operators to sell their rentals

Japan to lift all coronavirus emergency steps nationwide

Will be free of emergency requirements for the first time in more than six months

Joint Chiefs chairman calls Afghan war a 'strategic failure'

'The enemy is in charge in Kabul'

Idaho officials recommend ways to prevent school shootings

One of 29 recommendations in the report

In rural Montana, it was all-hands-on-deck after derailment

It was an Amtrak Empire Builder en route from Chicago to Seattle that had derailed

NIC GOLF: Swan, Cardinal men in hunt after first day at LC State tourney

The North Idaho College men are in third place, and Cardinal James Swan is in second place, after the first day of the Warrior Invitational on Monday at the Lewiston Country Club.

PREP SOCCER: Hegstad's hat trick fuels Timberlake girls' victory

Junior Charley Hegstad scored a hat trick as the Timberlake Tigers rolled past the visiting Grangeville Bulldogs 9-1 in a soggy Intermountain League match Monday. “Charley was really dialed in with her longer shots tonight,” Timberlake coach Steve Michael said.

Post Falls candidates take the hot seat

Forum recording available through Chamber website

Seeking justice for Rowdy

Owner of slain horse hopes shooter is found

Horse killing remains unsolved

Once a teacher, always a teacher

Eubanks takes group down historic CDA trail

Dave Eubanks, a retired Coeur d'Alene school teacher and school board member, can add the role of historian to his resume. Taking a group of college friends reuniting for a visit in Coeur d'Alene, Eubanks led a walking tour of downtown's Fort Sherman grounds.

Northwest Notes Sept. 28, 2021

Another honor for EWU QB Eric Barriere

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 statistics

MY TURN: Charting a different path for Idaho

“What’s wrong with the Idaho Legislature?”

Bonnie (Gamble) Smesrud

Bonnie passed away unexpectedly on September 22, 2021. She was born to Hubert and Irene Gamble on October 15, 1951, at Sacred Heart Hospital.

PHD: Kootenai County COVID deaths at 316

COVID deaths at 316 in KC

These bleating hearts are useful

There she goes again, playing with words.

CDA candidate forum tonight

Link for public to register is available on CDA Chamber website

Chip Shots Sept. 28, 2021

Results from local golf leagues.

Women will march for reproductive rights, equality

Event Saturday at Riverstone

The second annual women's march takes place October 2. With a focus on women's reproductive rights, three local speakers will address a range of women's issues prior to marching.

James Sams

James Arnold Sams was born on November 15, 1929, in Trail, British Columbia and died surrounded by loved ones at his home on September 22, 2021, in Post Falls, Idaho.

Legals for September, 28 2021

North Korea fires suspected ballistic missile into sea

U.S. officials have repeatedly expressed hopes to sit down for talks with North Korea

3 Yellowstone wolves killed in first week of Montana hunt

Idaho, which borders Yellowstone to the west, also has lifted wolf hunting restrictions

Famous Wyoming grizzly, cubs, chased away from risky area

The bear’s supporters got #SaveFelicia trending on Twitter

Graves of 19th century migrants found on trail in Idaho

three German shepherds searched an area about the size of two football fields at the national reserve

Greyhound Lines settles lawsuit over immigration sweeps

Hispanic people and other passengers of color were subjected to invasive questioning by armed federal agents

John Hinckley, who shot Reagan, to be freed from oversight

Hinckley was 25 when he shot and wounded the 40th U.S. president outside a Washington hotel

Uncertain start to post-Merkel era after close German vote

Whoever becomes chancellor will lead Germany into a new era

R&B superstar R. Kelly convicted in sex trafficking trial

Several accusers testified in lurid detail during the trial

UK mulls calling in army to help ease gas shortages at pumps

The haulage industry says the U.K. is short as many as 100,000 truckers

Safety officials seek answers in deadly Amtrak derailment

The NTSB concluded that an inspection failed to catch a problem in the track

Perseverance pays for top Cd'A Realtor

Lindsay Allen is Realtor of the Year

Yes, that was a heck of a fair

Stats reflect a number of records; 10-day fair likely next year

Officials talk stats on the 10-day extravaganza

Glorious foliage might come early

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THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: More woes in second half for Seahawks

Something is wrong with this Seahawks set-up. We should know the problem soon enough. And if it can be fixed.

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 Watch

Rotary clubs light Heritage Health pilot program

Heritage Heath launched a remote patient monitoring program thanks to a generous grant from three different rotary clubs in North Idaho.

COLLEGE VOLLEYBALL: WSU d. Washington

Freshman Katy Ryan (Lakeland High) had a season-high 14 kills in the Cougars' victory.

Legals for September, 27 2021

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Why we like the Ryder Cup, and other train wrecks

You would think there is something more local/regional that would be of interest. Like ...

Red alert: Coeur d'Alene impressive again after third straight win in four games — all away from home against stiff competition

"So proud of these guys," Amos said after the Vikings completed a taxing stretch of four straight games away from their home field with a hard-fought 27-17 victory over the Skyview Storm of Vancouver, Wash. "Four straight road trips, a couple of them six-plus hours. They kept battling. We beat two really good football teams back to back. This group, if we can go on the road four straight times and play like that against good teams, it's impressive."

PREP VOLLEYBALL: Coeur d’Alene wins four, loses three, splits two at Rocky tourney

An airplane came between Coeur d’Alene and a possible consolation championship at the Rocky Mountain Invitational on Saturday.

NIC SOCCER: Cardinal men slip up against Columbia Basin

“We were in a bit of disarray and were moving guys around a bit,” NIC men’s coach Ken Thompson said. “We moved some guys up trying to get the tying goal, and they created an opportunity and got loose. We tried to get back into it, but it was a really competitive match. It was a pretty wild and passionate game. It was a really good soccer match.”

Aye, aye, Captain

David Kilmer pens book on adventure at sea - and beyond

Kilmer writes a book

On the road to recovery

Fundraiser today to benefit Rathdrum man fighting infection that caused some paralysis

Fundraiser on Sunday

Get it while it's hot

Buisness Bits for Sept. 26

Push back against law? Careful, state rep says

NIC trustee Michael Barnes could put millions of dollars of state funding in jeopardy in pushing back against law he disagrees with.

PREP ROUNDUP: Sandpoint girls, Coeur d'Alene boys triumph

Sandpoint girls, Coeur d'Alene boys prevail at Connell Invitational; Wood, Peters top two in Bellevue Invitational

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 Watch

NIC: Building bad reputation

With an adult son at NIC in professional courses I accept that Banducci’s Bandits won this one without forecasting or projecting the fallout.

Doing things right is rarely cheap

CDA School Board does the right thing.

LIFE: The right choice

It is written that the Hebrew people were called “stiff-necked” (stubborn).

MACKAY: Get the best from yourself

One day, the employees of a very unusual company arrived at their office and saw a big sign on the main door that said: "Yesterday, the person who has been hindering your growth in this company passed away. We invite you to join the funeral in the large conference room."

MANDATES: Workplace insights

I read Jim Jones’ Sept. 15 op-ed and would like to point readers to the Case Characteristics and Deaths by Demographics information at the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare’s tracking site.

SCHOOLS: Unions run them

Since 1966, public schools have been unionized!

PHD: Wary of bureaucrats

Above all do no harm! I wonder if businessman Don Duffy practices the physician Thomas Inman’s 1860 credo?

DMV: Accept private help

With the backlog of appointments for vehicle titling and registration, it is time to allow for private entities to assist local government DMV with registering and titling vehicles.

MY GARDEN PATH: Fall has definitely arrived

Our gardening season will soon come to an end.

Montrose in Post Falls continues its popular expansion

Neighborhood of the Week: Sept. 26

Milestone Announcements

See who's celebrating!

HOSPITAL: Gratitude only grows

My family and I moved from Bonners Ferry to Coeur d’Alene in 1985 and have watched Kootenai Health (KH) grow from a midsized local hospital to a well-established, five-star facility that meets or exceeds the capabilities of any regional hospital.

Kootenai Health responds to Press error on pediatric COVID concerns

Misunderstanding led to erroneous conclusions in community.

School and Senior Meals

School and Senior Meals: Sept. 27 - Oct. 1

James Harper

James Steven Harper, (Steve) was born on January 12, 1952, in Newellton, La.

Alexander Brand, 79

Alex "Sandy" Brand, 79, of Oakhurst, Calif. passed away of Covid-19 on September 16, 2021 while visiting family in Coeur d' Alene, Idaho.

Chemistry lesson: Mead transfer Tucker catches four TD passes as Post Falls pulls away from Lakeland

"Honestly, I came into this school not really having that much chemistry with him," Tucker said. "But we just started clicking at practice every single day. We just got better every single week."

Weaver, Lake City pick on Moscow

“We’ve been moving some guys around trying to find that recipe,” Lake City coach Brian Fulp said. “Josiah’s a great free safety and had two of those big plays for us. We had a pick by a D-lineman on a screen, and our defense played their hearts out tonight. We got a fumble recovery on a punt, and we just played well in that phase.”

PREP ROUNDUP: Lakeside holds off Wallace in wild finish

“We did what we wanted to do offensively,” Lakeside coach Chris Dohrman said. “It was just a crazy 8-man football game. I wasn’t thrilled with how we played defensively, but the boys stepped up when they needed to and got a win.”

THE FRONT ROW WITH JASON ELLIOTT: A good start for NIC, but still hope it keeps going

If any of those North Idaho College fall sports teams found themselves out to a slow start in the first month, it might have been understandable. But that hasn't been the case in volleyball, men's soccer or women's soccer. Not even close.

MOB SCENE

Angry crowd shuts down CDA school board meeting

School board members postpone decision on masks in schools

NIC: Presidential search authorized

Acting President appointed

North Idaho College Trustees unanimously appointed the current Vice President of Instruction to serve as acting president for the college, and authorized a search to be conducted nationally for a permanent president, as well as an internal search within the college for an interim.

Wish granted

Harper Pursley's bunny barn dream brought to life by Make-a-Wish Idaho and the Coeur Group

Eight-year-old Harper Purlsey's bunny barn dream was granted by Make-a-Wish Idaho and the Coeur Group last week.

Upgrades coming to PF golf course

New owners adding pro shop, restaurant, bar and virtual golf center

Rob and Emily Clark purchased the Prairie Falls Golf Course in Post Falls and have big upgrades in store.

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 statistics

'Scattered Lands' project comes together

Collaborative fuels reduction efforts take shape across North Idaho

Scattered Lands project moves ahead

Earl Mills

Earl Lawrence Mills went home to be with Jesus on September 10, 2021 at the Schneidmiller House.

C1 My Turn - Sad state of our community

Sad to say, I’m very disappointed by the behavior of many in the local general public, Christian Community and elected and public officials as they exercise their feelings, ideas, faith and ignorance concerning many aspects of the current life situations we struggle with.

St. Maries man arrested following 17-mile chase

Man arrested after chase

Spirit Lake honors family

Focus on matriarch

Mid-morning strollers on Main Street on the Aug. 20 witnessed the placement of a memorial bench in a downtown park, honoring one of its early-day families … the second time this has been approved for its parks.

Little: Vaccine mandate is not the solution

Governor speaks out against president's edict

Little opposes Biden plan

Hayden pitches in for Honeysuckle Beach safety

City agrees to use impact fees to help create permanent place for sheriff's office

City allocates $60,000 to permanent law enforcement facility

Gary Wright

Gary L. Wright was born August 11, 1937, to Clifford and Jennie Wright, he passed away at Life Care Center in Post Falls, Idaho on September 21, 2021.

Philip Barnhart, 83

Beloved husband, father, grandpa, great grandpa, uncle and brother, Philip William Barnhart, passed away quietly in his home on September 19, 2021.

Northwest Notes Sept. 25, 2021

Washington State, baseball coach Green agree to contract extension

Legals for September, 25 2021

Back in Haiti, expelled migrant family plans to flee again

The prize was a one-way trip back to the place they had so desperately wanted to escape

Officials: All migrants are gone from Texas border camp

Number peaked as migrants driven by confusion over the Biden administration’s policies

Civil rights complaint targets Idaho health care rationing

Other states have faced similar complaints in recent months

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 68: Headlines from 9/22 thru 9/24

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 Sept. 22-24.

KCSO investigating horse killing

Was shot twice in head

Horse shot, killed

CDA school board meeting disrupted, then canceled

mob created police concerns of violence

Collaborative fuels reduction efforts take shape across North Idaho

Following one of the area’s busiest wildfire seasons, the Sandpoint Ranger District of the Idaho Panhandle National Forests has issued a final decision for the Scattered Lands project that will treat around 7,000 acres of Forest Service lands in Bonner County.

Great Wall of Lights: China’s sea power on Darwin’s doorstep

An armada of nearly 300 Chinese vessels sail halfway across the globe

Police: Grocery store gunman was vendor, didn't have target

The gunman, who Lane said acted alone, was later identified as UK Thang

Oregon school board ban on anti-racist, LGBT signs draws ire

Opponents say the board has emboldened racists

Gridiron Guesses: Lakeland looks to give Post Falls a 'Battle'

Whatever you call it, this year's clash between Lakeland and Post Falls is shaping up as a competitive one.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Mariners refuse to go quietly into the night

What this patchwork team has done, over and over, is prove that it can win — and especially that it can win when things look grim.

PREP VOLLEYBALL: IEL-leading Post Falls sweeps at Sandpoint

Post Falls, Coeur d'Alene, Timberlake sweep on Thursday

PREP SOCCER: Lake City boys close in on IEL title

“We made some defensive changes that proved successful tonight,” Lake City coach Alan Rich said. “In recent games, we’ve produced scoring from nine different players, which makes our attack very difficult to defend. We had a strong group of talented players that play well together as a team and we continue to work on various details in training to make sure we improve each game. Tonight, we passed well, played as a team and kept another clean sheet, so I am very pleased with tonight’s performance against a Post Falls team that never stopped fighting until the end.”

Northwest Notes Sept. 24, 2021

NIC golf coach Grove ties for eighth at PNW PGA Professional Championship

Class, dismissed

Supporters cheer fired NIC leader on last day

NIC president cheered on last day

What’s next, NIC?

Students, employees share thoughts

Coeur d’Alene - The decision to terminate former college President Rick MacLennan at the North Idaho College Board of Trustees meeting Wednesday night has left many wondering about the future of the institution.

Boots on the ground in COVID war

Military medical team caring for local patients

Army medical team responds to KH

CDA school board to reconsider masks

Meeting at 1 p.m. today

Special meeting today at 1 p.m.

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 statistics

Weekend TV/Radio highlights

Radio and television highlights for upcoming weekend

JUSTICE: Important reminder

To Kathleen Hodge: Re: your letter to the editor dated Sept. 15 titled “RAPE: Cycle must be broken,” apparently you don’t believe in the American justice tenet that people are innocent until PROVEN guilty.

COVID: Melting pot lessons

I’m visiting my daughter Nicole at Fayetteville, N.C., birthplace of the honorable Joe Culbreth and truly an American melting pot.

COLLEGE VOLLEYBALL: Vandals swept in Big Sky opener

Post Falls High product Munday leads Vandals in aces and blocks in loss to Northern Arizona.

Op-Ed: The outlanders among us

Here in North Idaho, it is common for those who grew up here to lament the influx of outsiders who strain finite resources and change the community's character.

PRESS: Another service perspective

Regarding Edward Stafford’s Sept. 19 letter to the editor in which he complains about the lack of service in the delivery of the Coeur d’Alene Press.

VETTING: The sad truth

Apparently, Brent Regan’s KCRCC have been lying concerning their vetting process for candidates in the upcoming local (nonpartisan?) elections.

MY TURN: Strong foundations for children begin at home

Ensuring young children and their families have access to a stable, affordable home is a key ingredient in their lifelong success.

BEEF: Ranchers and resources

Cattle ranchers, like us, are dedicated to caring for our animals and the land every day of the year.

ENERGY: Smarter is better

As a lifelong Idahoan, I’m thankful to Gov. Brad Little for issuing an official proclamation recognizing Sept. 20-24 as National Clean Energy Week in Idaho.

NYC: Definitely not Cd’A

Here I am in New York City, getting ready to go see our beautiful Statue of Liberty.

VAX: Follow Ireland’s lead

It seems that vaccinations have become a political issue, which is so ignorant!

VAX, MASKS: Political strategy suggestion

I’ve read with interest the differing thoughts and justifications regarding people’s different viewpoints regarding the vax or no vax, mask or no mask controversy.

Sheriff's blotter

Sheriff's blotter

Five groups, one concert

Fall Choral performance in October

The North Idaho College music department presents the Fall Choral, a free performance of five different local music groups, at 7:30 p.m. on Oct. 5 at the Schuler Performing Arts Center in Boswell Hall at NIC’s main campus.

Group announces PF school board endorsements

Citizens For Post Falls Schools Endorse Uhrig, Malek, and Dawson for Post Falls School Board

Moving History Forward: Ed Pulaski

Ed Pulaski’s name will forever be a part of Idaho’s rich history, not only because of who he was, but also because of the tool he invented which carries his name.

Athol Farmers Market autumn bash today

Athol Farmers Market set

GOP shows some incumbents were contacted for vetting

GOP provides proof of contact

Virginia Slate, 90

Virginia Marie Slate “Gee”, went home to Jesus at age 90 July 21, 2021.

Bad choices have serious consequences

Tale of two editorials for today.

Continuity key with county manager

Panel hears more support for administrator position

Former and current county heads talk to study commission

The Shadows' circle is finally broken

The Fabulous Shadows played five times as long as a reunion band than it did in the ‘60s.

Chuck Adams, 86

Chuck Adams, 86, the most wonderful husband, father, grandfather and friend that anyone could’ve ever had, passed away peacefully Tuesday, September 14, 2021.

Rathdrum's Fall Festival is this weekend

No need to travel to Green Bluff or Coeur d'Alene for outdoor fall fun this weekend. Rathdrum's Freedom Acres Ranch has it covered.

NIC trustees to meet, authorize presidential search

Special meeting at 1 p.m. today

The North Idaho College Board of Trustees has scheduled a special meeting to authorize a presidential search and appoint an acting president at 1 p.m. on Friday in the Edminster Student Union Building, Driftwood Bay Room on the NIC main campus in Coeur d’Alene.

Movers & Shakers

Movers & Shakers: Sept. 24

Barbara Hall, 91

Barbara Hall passed away on August 25, 2021 at Life Care Center of Sandpoint.

Todd King, 50

Todd Michael King, age 50, passed away on September 13, 2021 due to injuries sustained in a tragic motorcycle accident on Labor Day.

Candidate explains citations, misdemeanors

Trustee candidates talks about overcoming past experiences

She's a life-saver

Rathdrum Police officer earns high honor

Rathdrum police officer Tonia Brown honored with an award from the American Police Hall of Fame.

NIC trustee: ‘I will push back against some laws’

Barnes says some laws 'are wrong,' don't need to be followed

Trustees of North Idaho College failed a motion to instruct the president and cabinet to start the process to develop policy on the prevention of spread of infectious diseases, in accordance with Idaho Code 33-2145.

Royal Shields

On September 11, 2021, Royal Shields, Jr. died of a sudden heart attack resulting in a single vehicle accident.

Debbie Jones

On Friday September 17, 2021, Debra Diane Jones passed away after a three week battle at Kootenai health due to heart failure.

Candidate forums coming up; registration closes today

Interviews start next Tuesday

Legals for September, 24 2021

Eviction protections in Washington state extended to Oct. 31

Since Aug. 1, renters have been expected to pay full rent

Oldest human footprints in North America found in New Mexico

Findings may shed light on a mystery that has long intrigued scientists

Boyfriend of slain Gabby Petito charged with bank card fraud

Laundrie has been named a person of interest in the 22-year-old woman's death

Tennessee grocery store attack: 'He kept on shooting'

12 of the victims were taken to hospitals

Inflation forces homebuilders to take it slow, raise prices

The constraints on homebuilders are unwelcome news for homebuyers

The jail where Jeffrey Epstein killed himself is crumbling

The Associated Press was granted rare access inside

Tensions grow as US, allies deepen Indo-Pacific involvement

Growing tensions between Beijing and Washington

Wildfire victims left with nothing get hope from donated RVs

For now, there are more than 100 families on EmergencyRV.org’s waitlist

CDC advisers try to work out the details on booster shots

The FDA rejected a sweeping Biden administration plan announced a month ago to offer boosters to the general population

Taliban official: Strict punishment, executions will return

'We will follow Islam and we will make our laws on the Quran'

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: When soccer players double as high school football kickers

SOCCER PLAYERS moonlighting as placekickers have been around for decades — in some places, roughly as long as high schools have fielded soccer teams. At Post Falls, it's been a tradition for nearly two decades.

NIC ROUNDUP: Cardinal volleyball sweeps away Blue Mountain

“Today was a good win for us,” NIC coach Kelsey Stanley said. “We have been working hard on ‘team’ mentality and tonight, the girls played together. One game at a time, but I’m sure happy with the direction we are going.”

PREP ROUNDUP: Lake City battles past Gonzaga Prep

“It was a balanced win tonight,” Lake City coach Michelle Kleinberg said. “It was good to see everyone contribute, focus and finish the game.”

AT COLLEGE: Sept. 23, 2021

Updates on area athletes at the next level

Local teams bring home trophies from Cd'A Co-Rec Summer Classic coed softball tourney

Team Fight won the Platinum Division, and Sage Creek Products placed second in the Aluminum Division at last month's Coeur d'Alene Co-Rec Summer Classic adult coed softball tournament.

NIC president terminated

In a 3-2 vote, the North Idaho College Board of Trustees voted to terminate college President Rick MacLennan’s contract without cause by the end of day Thursday, ending his five year term as the longest-serving president among Idaho’s community colleges.

Doctors: Concern rising for kids

Kootenai Health has had 12 COVID-positive admissions under the age of 18 since July 1

Kids at risk of covid, say doctors

Mayoral candidates kick off forum season

Jacobson, Hildebrand spotlighted by Post Falls Chamber

The city of Post Falls is hosting three candidate forums next week. All can be accessed via zoom link on the city's website and Facebook page. The city council forum is at 5:30 p.m. Monday, mayoral forum is Tuesday at 6:00 p.m. and Thursday, September 30th candidates for the school board of trustees will present at 5:30 p.m.

New group aims to slow growth

PAC targets current, future civic leaders

Political action committee sets sights on Hayden elected offices

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 statistics

Bowling scores: Sept. 23, 2021

Results from area leagues

Motorized closures on North Idaho timberlands promote new opportunities in Panhandle

Corporate Timber landowners are implementing new motorized restrictions

Glacier sees fewer visitors

2.35 million visit Glacier

Rathdrum woman loses big

Judy Halone dropped 60 pounds to be named Idaho 2020 TOPS queen

TOPS weight loss

Kate Kristine Osborn, 89

Kate Kristine "Kris" (Eldridge) Osborn, died August 23, 2021, at home in Coeur d’Alene.

GEICO opens local office in Coeur d’Alene

GEICO has opened a new local office at 1450 Northwest Boulevard #105 in Coeur d'Alene to serve customers living in Northern Idaho and Spokane Valley territories.

'Bras on Dudes' is Friday

Locals battle cancer

Locals battle cancer

Federal funds available for worthy local projects

Kootenai County opens solicitation period for project proposals

Time to revive courtesy

As I set up for a routine right turn from westbound Prairie Avenue (the intersection light was green), a traffic officer would have approved.

Priest Lake breakwater, Thorofare projects praised

Cost of the project was funded by the Idaho Legislature along with $250,000 contribution in local matching funds.

CONSTITUTION WEEK SPOTLIGHT

Today is the last day of Constitution Week.

Claryce Mann, 92

Claryce Mann, 92, passed away in the early hours of September 20, 2021 surrounded by her children.

Strongman event rescheduled for Saturday

North Idaho's Strongest event rained out

North Idaho's Strongest competition rescheduled due to rain for Saturday September 25.

Avoid spam with disposable emails

Our email addresses need to be treated like part of our personal information.

Legals for September, 23 2021

First Interstate Bank’s Volunteer Day benefits 234 nonprofits

First Interstate Bank’s Volunteer Day Benefits 234 Nonprofits

New push on to expand nuclear radiation compensation in US

Advocates have been trying for years to bri

US-French spat seems to simmer down after Biden-Macron call

France last week recalled its ambassadors to the United States and Australia to protest what the French said amounted to a stab in the back by allies

St. Maries closes schools; nearly one-third of students out sick

St. Maries closes schools

Idaho's COVID outlook is dire as cases continue to climb

The state continues to set record highs with 686 hospitalized COVID-19 patients as of Sept. 18

COVID case delays contentious redistricting in Oregon

oth parties have used walkouts — a tool made available by the Oregon Constitution — in the past

Trump sues niece, NY Times over records behind '18 tax story

Is seeking $100 million in damages

‘My whole life in a van’: Islanders flee Spanish volcano

Lava still spewing from Sunday’s eruption in the Canary Islands

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: When hero worship collides with reality

It seems that a lot of you — really a lot — have opinions about the Gonzaga coach’s DUI arrest on Labor Day.

PREP VOLLEYBALL: Post Falls prevails in Volleyball 4 The Cure match

“I think they got a lot of momentum off their serving,” Coeur d’Alene coach Carly Curtis said of Post Falls in the second game. “Kylie Munday had a lot of great serves. Both teams were scrappy, both teams dug well, both had some really great attacks. They just a few more digs, a few more aces that put them over the edge.”

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Sammie Wood, Post Falls High School

Post Falls High cross country runner Sammie Wood is this week's Knudtsen Chevrolet Press Athlete of the Week

PREP ROUNDUP: Lake City deflates, defeats Coeur d'Alene boys

“Lake City is probably the most aggressive team we’ve seen all season,” Coeur d’Alene coach Braden Ridgewell said. “Most teams, we’d get two goals on them and they’d deflate. But Lake City has some athletic guys that can run the field for 80 minutes and we just couldn’t keep the gas pedal down for the full 80 minutes today.”

Idaho high school football media poll Sept. 22, 2021

How the state's media voted this week.

The endorsement game

Candidates speak out against GOP asking some Republicans to quit

Valid, experienced candidates being asked to withdraw from local elections following Rating & Vetting process by the KCRCC.

Housing prices up

Median price at $470K in Kootenai County

Kootenai Housing market prices still up

Little: $10M for hospitals

Due to the recent surge in COVID-19 patients, Governor Brad Little announced Idaho will direct an additional $10 million in relief dollars to Idaho hospitals, primary urgent care clinics, and nursing homes on Tuesday.

The 'Parade' goes on

NIBCA's annual showcase a fan favorite

Parade of Homes

Northwest Notes Sept. 22, 2021

Update on Gonzaga athletics policies for attending games

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 statistics

GINORIO: Words of praise

In response to Ralph Ginorio’s “The Hottest Place In Hell” I have only four words to say…

CARLSBAD: Respect in N. Idaho

In response to a letter from Gerald Johannsen, Carlsbad, Calif.

Time to move on past deniers

Instead, focus on those tethered to reality.

CARE(LESS): The unvaccinated path

Do you all understand what rationing care means?

MATTARE: Yes, and more like him

I was refreshed to see the Coeur d’Alene Press headline of Sept. 4 that Bruce Mattare has announced a campaign for County Commissioner.

GINORIO: Moral courage misunderstood

Quoting the Sept. 17 opinion of Ralph Ginorio…

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Birthday wine

We had a small celebration over the past weekend and one of the most common questions we still get as wine professionals is “What do you like to drink?”

NIC: Choose wisely, trustees

The future of North Idaho College is in dangerous territory this week, placed there by three of its own trustees.

NIC: Explain your plan

Everything I read about the majority members of the NIC board tells us what they are against — mainly the mask mandate and renewing President MacLennan’s contract.

PANDEMIC: Who to believe

We have two doctors write to the paper, one a retired medical doctor saying that Ivermectin is a proven award-winning drug safe to use for COVID, while the psychologist doctor implies he was a MD.

RESPONSE: Not good, Carlsbad

Hail to thee, Oh Mighty Carlsbadian!

NONSENSE: Embrace it no more

I would like to thank many (not all) of the citizens of Idaho for their unwavering embrace of the abject nonsense they have come to believe concerning the seriousness, or even the existence, of COVID-19.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Adrenals and fatigue

Do you wake up feeling tired, craving that first cup of coffee to get you going?

MACLENNAN: Support for president

As very concerned citizens we are writing to encourage the NIC trustees to approve the contract of Dr. Rick MacLennan to continue in his position as president of North Idaho College.

Eastwood’s ‘Cry Macho’ a spare, meandering mixed-bag

At age 91, Clint Eastwood remains a magnetic screen presence.

The stay-at-home dad: How my kids knew Norm

“I have excellent cards.”

NIC: Losing the community

I don’t know the details of the NIC president’s job performance, but I question changes at NIC that seem incongruent with a mission to serve the local community.

Gone to the dogs

Years ago, in 2011 to be precise, Coeur d’Alene was honorarily dubbed DogTown, USA by Dog Fancy Magazine.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Pain please go away!

I often come across patients who have suffered in pain for a very long time with no resolve, despite our best efforts and multiple therapies.

Op-Ed: Gunfight at the N.Y. Corral

It might seem strange for an Idaho congressman to get involved with gun laws in New York.

NIC: Know your customers

I taught quality assurance principles to managers at numerous government facilities.

Applesauce made with love wins big

Applesauce made with love wins big

Man dies week after crash

Man dies after crash

Bonnie Atkins

Bonnie L. Atkins (Lovell) born February 2, 1942. Passed September 16, 2021

Little: Address border crisis

Little calls on border crisis

Jack H. Ross, 94

A pillar in the community Jack Ross passed away on September 15th. He was born on March 25, 1927, in Wolbach, Neb.

NIC: Silent majority, speak up

The Saturday 18th My Turn in the Press suggesting the “NIC trustees are on right track” highlighted the rescinding of President MacLennan’s mask mandate as a major reason for community pushback against the trustees Banducci, McKenzie and Barns.

Dan Schroder

On September 11, 2021, Daniel J. Schroder left this world doing the thing he loved, enjoying the lake.

Input welcome on cold-water bypass in Priest Lake

Fish and Game hosting virtual gathering tonight

Fish and Game is examining the potential for a cold-water bypass project to enhance trout habitat

Edwin A. 'Tony' Chase III, 71

Tony Chase of Post Falls, Idaho, passed away on September 17, 2021 at the age of 71 after a lengthy struggle with Dementia.

Youth Sports Sept. 22, 2021

Bowling, soccer, horses, flag football ... and more

Matthew John Morrison

Matthew John Morrison passed away due to an apparent heart attack on September 12, 2021

Michael “Mike” Reynolds, 75

Michael “Mike” Lee Reynolds, age 75, of Rathdrum, Idaho passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 16, 2021.

Jones takes her leave

County communications manager reflects on decade of public service

County communications manager reflects on decade of public service

Doctor, Press fan flames of alarm

During this health crisis, the public deserves accurate, relevant information.

Flowers to run for Post Falls City Council Seat 4

Bob Flowers announces his campaign for Post Falls City Council Seat 4.

CONSTITUTION WEEK SPOTLIGHT

Today is Day Six of Constitution Week commemorating the signing of our Constitution on Sept. 17, 1787.

Donald Hand, 83

Donald Ray Hand, 83, lost his battle with Dementia Alzheimer’s on Thursday, September 2nd, 2021

Alzheimer's Walk is Saturday morning

Event begins at 8:30 a.m. at Riverstone.

Shirley Weaver

Shirley Mae Weaver (Mom/Grandma) was born Shirley Marsh, to Lawrence and Mary Marsh on November 28, 1928 in Sutton, Neb.

Quilters feature guest speaker

Quilters to meet

Sheriff's blotter

Sheriff's blotter

Douglas Olson, 82

On Friday, September 10, 2021 Douglas Carter Olson passed away unexpectedly of heart failure in Huntersville, N.C.

Dems to feature Maryland rep

Maryland rep to speak

Legals for September, 22 2021

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 67: Headlines from 9/18 thru 9/21

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, and the Shoshone News-Press from Sept. 18-21.

Trudeau's election bet fails, but Tory rival might lose job

Gamble to win a majority of seats in Parliament didn't pay off

'The world must wake up': Tasks daunting as UN meeting opens

Guterres urged world leaders to bridge six 'great divides'

Options shrink for Haitian migrants straddling Texas border

What they are asking for is to be allowed to pass freely through Mexico to the United States

Person drowns after drift boat hits rock, ejects floaters

Rescuers had to scale a rock cliff to get to the scene

Lawsuits claiming 2020 ballots were manipulated come to WA

Suits contend about 6,000 votes were flipped, more than 400,000 were added or removed

Gabby Petito story boosted by social media, true-crime craze

Hashtag #gabbypetito had received more than 650 million views on TikTok

6 tribes sue Wisconsin to try to stop November wolf hunt

Hunters blew past their limit during a court-ordered hunt in February

Oregon to charge out-of-state RV campers 25% more

Fee will be assessed starting next year at 56 campgrounds

PREP ROUNDUP: Chavez, Reynolds help lift Cd'A Charter boys past Bonners Ferry

“Tonight was an intense defensive battle,” Coeur d’Alene Charter coach Craig Daigle said. “Bonners Ferry came out aggressive and went up quickly. We did a good job of staying with our game plan and was able to tie it up at the half. Bonners Ferry came out in the second half connecting passes and getting into our third. I think we were able to counter attack and won numerous corners. (Charter’s) Treffen McCord’s corners were fantastic today and helped lead to the second goal.”

Northwest Notes Sept. 21, 2021

Montana-EWU Big Sky foootball game elevated to ESPN2

COVID cases climbing

Health district seeing 300 new cases a day

COEUR d’ALENE - The five northern counties have had an increase of 151 COVID-19 cases over the weekend, bringing the total number up to 32,778 according to the Panhandle Health District.

Too far? Not far enough?

CDA schools in crossfire of conflicting COVID camps

Parents of special needs students say the district is not protecting their safety as the COVID pandemic rages.

Where to get tested

There are a few local locations for COVID-19 testing for those who feel like they might have the virus or are looking to travel.

Trustees: President’s contract to be decided Wednesday

Action on the president’s contract and employment is on the agenda for the North Idaho College Board of Trustees meeting on Wednesday at 6 p.m. in the Lake Coeur d’Alene Room in the Edminster Student Union Building on the NIC main campus in Coeur d’Alene.

CHIP SHOTS: Sept. 21, 2021

Results from area leagues

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 statistics

THE VETERANS' PRESS: Reach out and stay connected to the veteran in your life. Be there

For a veteran facing hard times, your support can provide hope when it’s needed most — and you already have what it takes to show you care.

THE VETERANS' PRESS: North Idaho Resource Directory

Every county and state has a Veteran Affairs office to answer questions about benefits and provide assistance.

THE VETERANS' PRESS: We’re here anytime, day or night — 24/7

If you are a veteran in crisis or concerned about one, connect with our caring, qualified responders for confidential help. Many of them are veterans themselves.

THE VETERANS' PRESS: Idaho veteran with PTSD finds a path to 'hope and help'

A male veteran with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) called the “Idaho Suicide Prevention Hotline” agitated and upset because he had been trying to get psychiatric help from the VA hospital.

THE VETERANS' PRESS: Medical debt relief

Due to the passage of the American Rescue Plan in March 2021, copayments for medical care and prescriptions provided by the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) during the period of April 6, 2020, through Sept. 30 will be canceled.

THE VETERANS' PRESS: Suicide Prevention Month: Caring for veterans everywhere

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month.

THE VETERANS' PRESS: VA claims for disability compensation and pension

Last year, the VA received more than one million claims for disability compensation and pension.

THE VETERANS' PRESS: 2021 National Veteran Suicide Prevention Annual Report shows decrease in veteran suicides

September is Suicide Prevention Month

Santa Fe Trail lives on in 200th year

The Lt. George Farragut Chapter of Daughters of the American Revolution is proudly participating in the commemoration of the 200th anniversary of the Santa Fe Trail on Sept. 21.

CONSTITUTION WEEK SPOTLIGHT

Today is Day Five of Constitution Week commemorating the signing of our Constitution on Sept. 17, 1787.

Hispanic influence grows in U.S.

National Hispanic Heritage Month runs Sept. 15-Oct. 15.

THE VETERANS' PRESS: The VA saved my life

Veteran emerges from PTSD, pens poems in new light

Andrew Whipple of St. Maries, Idaho knows too well the price of war on our brave and gallant military veterans.

Dale Stepro, 66

Beloved husband, father, papa, and brother, Dale Gene Stepro Sr. passed away September 14, 2021 at the Schneidmiller Hospice House of North Idaho.

Legals for September, 21 2021

This woman rules the CAP skies

Col. Robin Vest only second female Idaho Wing Commander

Daughter of aviation pioneer Mary Feik becomes Civil Air Patrol Idaho Wing Commander

GO FISH

Post Falls student qualifies for Big Bass Zone Junior Championship World Finals

A massive 6.2 pound large mouth bass pushed competitive angler Hannah McCalmant into the Big Bass Zone Junior Championship World Finals.

RANDY MANN: It's almost autumn - and Indian summer is here

Also, here's what's up with the huge ozone hole.

Kids explore tons of trucks, emergency vehicles

Fire trucks, police cars, dump trucks, cement trucks, tow trucks and more. Despite the rain, there were groups of kids and color runners who came out to view and learn about the machines and emergency vehicles during Meet the Machines at Kootenai County Fairgrounds on Saturday.

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 Watch

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Issues in the trenches exposed in Seattle's loss

THE IRONY on Sunday was that Pete Carroll, who has embraced the running game almost since birth, got to see it executed almost perfectly for 30 minutes. Unfortunately, it was the Titans who put on the show.

CONSTITUTION WEEK SPOTLIGHT

Today is Day Four of Constitution Week commemorating the signing of our Constitution on Sept. 17, 1787.

Legals for September, 20 2021

Tales from the Iraq War

Former Press reporter Ralph Bartholdt spent time as a journalist embedded with U.S. troops in Iraq

The first time Ralph Bartholdt encountered a young U.S. Marine corporal called Skinny, he was eating popcorn and listening to radio communications.

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Legends are people too, as it turns out

All those "legendary" coaches are gone now. As it turns out, they all had one other thing in common.

PREP FOOTBALL: Coeur d'Alene prevails in OT thriller

“Very proud of our boys for not panicking,” Coeur d’Alene coach Shawn Amos said. “We found a way to win and that is important because you are going to have tough games like these and it's good to see how our kids responded.”

Legislature could target cities' funds

Local mayors argue that should be a local decision

Local mayors oppose possible legislation on city budgets

Anita Johnson — writer, publisher, warrior for the free press

Anita Johnson, 92, still writes regularly for her alternative newspaper the Eugene Weekly. Her career got its start in 1946, here at The Coeur d'Alene Press.

New commercial building planned on Fourth Street

Business Bits for Sept. 19

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 Watch

PREP ROUNDUP: Post Falls senior Wood wins at Mountain West Classic

Post Falls senior Sammie Wood won the girls race at the 46-team Mountain West Classic on Saturday at the University of Montana Golf Course, finishing in 18 minutes, 13.95 seconds.

PREP VOLLEYBALL: Sandpoint returns after missing three matches due to COVID-19

The Bulldogs' last match was on Sept. 7 against Coeur d'Alene. Four players on varsity practiced with the JV squad this week, the rest of the team was stuck at home, Alsager said.

SHOLEH: General welfare key

Thanks to Sholeh Patrick for her informative column, “Vaccine mandates aren’t new.”

COVID: Consequences for no vaccine

Several years ago a friend of mine, a primary school teacher, told me about how she handled discipline with her young students.

BIDEN: That’s not courage

A response to a letter to the editor Sept. 10 congratulating President Biden for a job well done.

PRESS: Detailing delivery woes

Thursday, Sept. 9, the newspaper is delivered after 9 a.m. Friday, Sept. 10, more of the same.

POLICE PAY: Use state surplus

A recent article in The Press stated baristas make about the same wages as the police.

In-person and virtual experiences for 2021 Parade of Homes

Neighborhood of the Week: Sept. 19

VACCINE: Political hot potato

In the article, “Sweeping new vaccine mandates in store for 100 million Americans,” the author described Joe Biden’s plan to punish those Americans who refuse to get vaccinated.

Here's what might be paralyzing NIC trio

It's one thing to pass off big bills to taxpayers. It's quite another if you have to pay it yourself.

MANNERS: Well said, Syd

In the Sunday, Sept. 12 edition of the Coeur d’Alene Press, the Lifestyles feature story, “History of Manners and Etiquette” by Syd Albright resonated with me.

Our Gem: Lake survey results are in

During the summer of 2021, the Our Gem Coeur d’Alene Lake Collaborative community lake perception survey received over 1,000 responses.

MACKAY: Fantastic words and how to use them

As a writer and speaker, I look for the deeper meaning in the words I choose.

Dr. James Robson, 74

Dr. James Allen Robson, 74, died on Tuesday, September 14, 2021 in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.

School and Senior Meals

School and Senior Meals: Sept. 20-24

CONSTITUTION WEEK SPOTLIGHT

Today is Day Three of Constitution Week commemorating the signing of our Constitution on Sept. 17, 1787.

PREP FOOTBALL: Game slips away from T-Wolves late

"Too many mistakes," Lake City coach Brian Fulp said. "Just not doing your job. We left some points out there, for sure. We got stopped in the red zone twice in the first half. I think we definitely started moving it better later on. But not close to a complete game by us."

PREP ROUNDUP: Post Falls drops road thriller in OT

Post Falls had Mount Si right where it wanted them. Then, it got away in the fourth quarter.

NIC ROUNDUP: Rayborn leads Cardinals past Big Bend

Lake City product powers Cardinals in conference opener

THE FRONT ROW WITH JASON ELLIOTT: As numbers drop, interest grows

If we’ve learned anything from watching football in the North Star League and Scenic Idaho Conference over the past few years, it’s that you’ve really got to be ready for anything in any given year.

Trustee: Firing president could backfire

Wood warns in email that board members could be held personally liable in lawsuit

Email between North Idaho College trustees suggest board members may face personal financial risk should they terminate the college’s president without cause.

Public comment not on NIC agenda

Public comment is once again not on the agenda for the North Idaho College Board of Trustees meeting on Wednesday.

Ending on a high note

Final free concert Sunday in Coeur d'Alene

Concert series wraps up Sunday

Growing in North Idaho: Season extenders for a fall garden

It seems we just survived that unbearably hot weather that parched our gardens and dared to think “real summer” had finally arrived.

Idaho, Oregon State collide for just third time since 1984

Neither team really has what could be termed a quarterback “controversy.” But when Idaho (1-1) plays at Oregon State (1-1) today at Reser Stadium in Corvallis, Ore., Idaho’s starter could be any of three players, and Oregon State’s starter won’t be who the Beavers expected it to be at the start of the season.

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 Watch

Northwest Notes Sept. 18, 2021

Gonzaga's men's basketball nonconference schedule for 2021-22 features 11 of the 16 games at the McCarthey Athletic Center.

CONSTITUTION WEEK SPOTLIGHT

Today is Day Two of Constitution Week commemorating the signing of our Constitution on Sept. 17, 1787.

Despite overcrowding, Lakeland school board denies emergency levy

Lakeland Joint School District has 377 more students than last year, the largest student body in its history. Superintendent Becky Meyer and staff need to hire at least twelve more teachers and open 13 new classrooms to reduce burgeoning class sizes. Their emergency levy request was denied by the school board.

Smith hopes to keep CDA school board seat

Rebecca Smith has announced her campaign for School Board Trustee Zone 5.

Soroptimists seek Women of Distinction

Local organization to host annual awards ceremony

Run for education

Coeur d’Alene Schools fundraising jaunt set for Saturday

The community is invited to participate in a fundraising 1.5 mile run/walk on Saturday at 9 a.m. at the Kootenai County Fairgrounds for the Coeur d’Alene School District.

Tribe finalizes 48-acre land purchase

The highly awaited decision on the fate of the Pilcher Property has finally come to a close this week, with the Coeur d’Alene Tribe finalizing on the purchase of this significant 48-acre parcel located on Hangman Creek, just inside Spokane city limits.

Title companies feel vulnerable families are entitled to a nicer Thanksgiving

Turkeys & More Coordinator Evalyn Adams was very excited to receive a combined donation of $3,000 given by six of the local title companies.

Lisa Albee

Lisa Albee was born September 16, 1958 in St. Maries, Idaho to Helen and Curtis Albee.

C1 My Turn: NIC trustees on the right track

Banducci, McKenzie and Barnes doing what most people want them to do.

Local races locked in

Friday was last day to withdraw from Nov. 2 ballot

Legals for September, 18 2021

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 66: Headlines from 9/15 thru 9/17 and interview with Simon Miller

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 Sept. 15-17.

Idaho rations health care statewide amid massive COVID surge

One in every 201 Idaho residents tested positive for COVID-19 over the past week

Gridiron Guesses: When neither team is the "home" team

What goes into a neutral-site game? In August, Lakeland and Preston met halfway, at Montana Tech in Butte, to open their seasons. Tonight, Post Falls and Mount Si will play at 7 p.m. at Lions Field in Moses Lake.

PREP FOOTBALL: Billingsley, Timberlake 'D' sparks romp

“Our athletic director Tim Cronnelly really stepped up and got on the horn to find us a game,” Amos said. “He got it hooked up. We found out during practice Monday, and that’s a big game prep day, so that made it an interesting day.”

PREP VOLLEYBALL: Timberlake hands Bonners Ferry first loss

Sami Wilfong had 17 assists and three blocks as the visiting Timberlake Tigers handed the Bonners Ferry Badgers their first loss of the season, 25-19, 25-20, 25-16 in Intermountain League volleyball Thursday night.

PREP SOCCER: Fritts sends Viking boys past Lewiston

Coeur d'Alene boys, Post Falls boys, Lake City girls win on Thursday

Dedication in detail

Kootenai Health patient sketch captures commitment, emotion in COVID-19 unit

The window on Susan McClellan’s hospital room door gave her a 24-7 view of what happens just outside the COVID-19 unit.

'We love homes'

NIBCA's parade features some of the best and brightest

Parade of Homes coming up

Local elections heating up

Many candidates are dropping out

Candidate forums set for four dates

CDA Chamber boss resigns

Hartwick was CEO for less than two years

Coppess named interim president and CEO.

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 statistics

GOOD OR BAD: Your call

Vaccine or not, good or bad?

MANDATES: Leaders, step right up

Local leaders don’t think that the president’s mandates are the answer to our present circumstances, yet what are they willing to do?

IDAHO: Taters on the brain

I just called my friend and former classmate, someone who moved to Coeur d’Alene 10 years ago, from California.

SHOLEH: Column on target

Thank you, Sholeh Patrick, for your no-nonsense, to-the-point and factual article, “Vaccine mandates aren’t new,” in Tuesday’s Press.

KINDNESS: Try some on

As a retired physician, my gratitude goes out to the overwhelmed health care workers in North Idaho.

ISENBERG: Forgiveness heals

Dear Mr. Isenberg: I read the article in which you were interviewed by The Press and felt compelled to write.

Op-Ed: The hottest place in hell

The Reverend Doctor Martin Luther King Jr. once famously said that the hottest place in Hell is reserved for those who remain neutral in times of great moral conflict.

Region's health board chose wisely

Don Duffy poised to be fine leader at Panhandle Health District.

NIC: On verge of disaster

On Sept. 22, the North Idaho College trustees will meet again to consider the future employment of Dr. Rick MacLennan, the college president.

JOURNEY: Wheel in the sky

Our friend Phyllis has made 95 journeys around the big wheel in the sky!

BIDEN: Worst president

After reading Ron Dayton’s letter, I couldn’t let this BS go unchallenged.

BIDEN: Laughing out loud

I had to double check to make sure it wasn’t April Fools’ Day today when I read the letter from Ron Dayton of Athol.

BEWARE: Medical totalitarianism

Response to the op-ed about disciplining physicians by Jim Jones.

VACCINE: A cow story

This letter is intended for those who are just not yet sure about taking the vaccine.

CDA Fondo to roll on Saturday

five distances offered

Sheriff: Elected officials bring trust, confidence

But county manager idea has merit, Norris says

Optional Forms of Government Study Commission talk shop with law enforcement official

Disney on Ice returns to Spokane

Local shares experience playing Disney friend

Disney on Ice will return to the Spokane Arena with “Dream Big,” a figure skating show holding six performances from Oct. 22 through 24.

Raising awareness through storytelling

North Idaho AIDS Coalition announces upcoming programs

North Idaho AIDS Coalition announces upcoming programs

Bomb blast reverberates 35 years later

Bill Wassmuth was on the phone with a friend when the bomb went off.

CONSTITUTION WEEK SPOTLIGHT

Sept. 17-23 is Constitution Week commemorating the signing of our Constitution on Sept. 17, 1787.

League of Women Voters offer voter registration opportunity

The League of Women Voters of Kootenai County (LWVKC) invites local residents to register to vote on Tuesday, Sept. 28 — National Voter Registration Day.

Sheriff's blotter

Sheriff's blotter

Get ready for spooky time

Halloween show at the Kroc in October

Dreams Are Forever Events, a Coeur d’Alene and Spokane premier character entertainment company, will be presenting “A Halloween Spooktacular” on Oct. 1st and 2nd at the Salvation Army Kroc Center Theater with show times of 3 p.m., 5 p.m., and 7 p.m.

Republican women deliver Constitution to high schools

Kootenai County Republican Women Federated delivers Constitution

Northwest Notes Sept. 17, 2021

Podium to host high school indoor meet in January

Jeannette DeLallo

Jeannette Claire DeLallo passed away in her home, surrounded by loved ones, on Sunday Sept. 12, 2021, from cancer.

Advisory committee seeks projects for state funding

Deadline to submit nutrient-reducing proposals is Sept. 21

Legals for September, 17 2021

Biden angers France, EU with new Australia, UK

President has alienated numerous allies with a go-it-alone approach on key issues

AMBER ALERT: Kidnapped Montana girl possibly sighted in Panhandle

Dana is described as a Native American female that is 5'6", 130 pounds with brown hair and brown eyes, possibly wearing a striped, white shirt and blue jeans..

Sequoia National Park's giant trees at risk as fires grow

The Colony Fir about a mile from Giant Forest

Hezbollah brings Iran fuel to Lebanon despite US sanctions

Washington, worried about chaos in Lebanon amid raging, multiple crises, may have decided to look the other way

Don Haynes • 1930-2021: A legend remembered

Coeur d'Alene High grad, former Viking boys basketball coach won 510 games, four state titles

“He’d open the doors to his home to many kids,” former Coeur d'Alene High player and current Viking boys basketball coach Jon Adams said. “I had Thanksgiving dinner at his house once. As a kid, I’d keep losing my winter coat, so he and his wife Shirley would go out and buy me one, or they’d find me one. He used basketball to give some purpose. In a lot of ways, for me personally, I can’t think of anyone that had more influence on me.”

Don Haynes • 1930-2021: A legend remembered

Coeur d'Alene High grad, former Viking boys basketball coach won 510 games, four state titles

“He’d open the doors to his home to many kids,” former Coeur d'Alene High player and current Viking boys basketball coach Jon Adams said. “I had Thanksgiving dinner at his house once. As a kid, I’d keep losing my winter coat, so he and his wife Shirley would go out and buy me one, or they’d find me one. He used basketball to give some purpose. In a lot of ways, for me personally, I can’t think of anyone that had more influence on me.”

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: First, air quality. Then, COVID. Now this

Moses Lake needed a little help getting to its football game at Post Falls last Friday. Here's how another Inland Empire League school helped Post Falls — and Moses Lake.

PREP ROUNDUP: Volleyball 4 The Cure coming up

This year's event is scheduled for Viking Court at Coeur d'Alene High, with the JV2 match at 4 p.m., the JV match at 5:30 and the varsity match at 7.

AT COLLEGE/IN THE PROS: Sept. 16, 2021

Updates on area athletes at the next level, and beyond ...

'A huge toll'

ICU nurse shares experiences of caring for COVID-19 patients

KH nurses rising to COVID-19 challenges

County looks at employee pay — again

Wage study could be presented in the spring

New wage study to address staffing issues

Little: State may fight Biden vaccine mandate

Governor says president is 'out of touch'

Little says Idaho will fight mandate

You've never seen local history like this

Entrepreneur creates app featuring augmented reality

Imagine seeing the past in 3D. That’s what Coeur d’Alene entrepreneur Chris Whalen is creating in his app, Historik, which brings history to life through the screen of a cell phone.

Bowling scores: Sept. 16, 2021

Results from area leagues

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 statistics

State activates Crisis Standards of Care across all hospitals

Officials say health care resources are exhausted

Joyce McCoy, 91

Joyce Elaine McCoy, 91 years old, of Spokane Valley, Wash. went home to be with Jesus on September 3, 2021.

Karri (Brauner) Townsend, 51

Karri Ann (Brauner) Townsend was born October 23, 1969 and departed this life on September 5, 2021

Fish and Game seeks info on Priest Lake poaching

Black bear sow killed near Hill's Resort

Cubs likely to be put down

Cd’A Oktoberfest begins Friday

Oktoberfest will go on in downtown Coeur d’Alene Friday and Saturday

‘Killing bears is the worst part of my job’

Small community loses grizzly family put down after it became conditioned to food left out by people

Grizzly family put down

Brick by brick

Hayden invites military families to honor veterans

Epizootic hemorrhagic disease detected in white-tailed deer in the Panhandle

Fish and Game continues to ask for public to report dead or sick deer to (208) 769-1414

It is difficult to estimate how many deer are being affected

William Custer

William Joseph Custer of Coeur D'Alene, Idaho passed away September 10th, 2021 with his mom by his side due to health complications.

Details emerge in false arrest case

A former Idaho State Police trooper who avoided jail time for unlawfully arresting a woman was reportedly the subject of numerous citizen complaints prior to his conviction.

Boise, Twin Falls to receive Afghanistan refugees

Number and when remain unknown

Refugees coming to Boise, Twin Falls

Fake Netflix apps spread malware

Consumers love a good bargain, but when receiving online or text message coupons and discount codes be careful.

North Idaho Timber Group reopens lands closed due to wildfire risks

Forest conditions improving

Elite nurses? Kootenai Health has them

Hospital again earns prestigious designation for nursing excellence

Kootenai Health honored

Ruth Clark, 90

Ruth (Paula) Clark passed into eternity on September 3, 2021 just eight days before her 91 birthday in her home in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.

SCOTUS: Shadow docket reduces transparency

Supreme Court increasingly rules without explaining its decisions.

Drowning victim identified

Man was from Rockford Bay area

Legals for September, 16 2021

US: Wolves may need protections after states expand hunting

Findings indicate increased human-caused mortality in Idaho, Montana may pose a threat to wolves in those two states

Friction among Taliban pragmatists, hard-liners intensifies

White Taliban flag was raised over the presidential palace, replacing the Afghan national flag.

States learning how many Afghan evacuees coming their way

California is projected to take more arrivals than any other — more than 5,200 people

FDA strikes neutral tone ahead of vaccine booster meeting

Earlier this week, two top FDA vaccine regulators joined a group of international scientists in rejecting boosters now for otherwise healthy individuals

Religious exemption requests grow as vaccine mandates rise

Roman Catholic leaders in New Orleans and St. Louis went so far to call Johnson & Johnson's COVID-19 shot 'morally compromised'

Animal rights group: Faeroes should end dolphin slaughters

Activist published gruesome video footage of Sunday's slaughter of 1,428 white-sided dolphins

Climate change, logging collide -- and a forest shrinks

Timber sales from federal forests nationwide more than doubled over the past 20 years

Idaho man jailed for role in Nevada ranch standoff suing US

Todd Engel seeks $100 million in a civil rights and conspiracy complaint

PREP VOLLEYBALL: Coeur d'Alene comeback stuns Lake City

“We just couldn’t get anything going (in the first two sets),” Coeur d’Alene coach Carly Curtis said. “I switched to a 5-1, and was able to get Madi Symons more active in our offense, and she just took control — holy mackerel, her and Skylar Burke. Actually, everybody just played amazing the last three sets; it was great to see. We just played more aggressively.”

Idaho high school football media poll Sept. 15, 2021

How the state's media voted this week.

PREP ROUNDUP: Lakeland girls give new coach first win

“We did a good job of keeping our shape and that allowed us to connect our passes,” said Lakeland coach Kevin Rogge, who notched his first win as coach. “We played really well as a team, talked more and were just going after the ball, which opened the field. I’m happy for our girls and glad we got some goals under our belt.”

Athlete of the week: Chase Berg, Post Falls High School

Post Falls High linebacker Chase Berg is this week's Knutdsen Chevrolet Press Athlete of the Week.

Incumbents: Local GOP lied

City council members say they weren't contacted, let alone vetted

City council members say they were excluding from candidate vetting

Brace for local kids being hospitalized, doctor warns

Delta variant could put 60+ in danger

Dr. Vanessa Carroll speaks on the COVID-19 Delta variant and how to protect children in Kootenai County.

'There’s so much out there'

Gizmo-CDA under new leadership as founders retire

Gizmo-CDA gets up and goes

Man jailed on felony eluding charge

A man is being held on $150,000 bail after police said he led them on a high-speed chase, battered his ex and violated a no contact order.

Northwest Notes Sept. 15, 2021

Before he starred with the Spokane Chiefs, Tyler Johnson played with the Coeur d'Alene Lakers.

North Idaho's Strongest competition returns to Rathdrum

The North Idaho's Strongest competition returns for the sixth year, competitors will compete in five different events:

PF: Subject to change

The Aug. 13 Press story on Steve Anthony was noteworthy because, of the four Post Falls City Council members seeking re-election this fall, Anthony was the only one who voted against the recent zone change for North Place East.

Op-Ed: Biden’s 'most egregious and tyrannical' action

A convergence of three unsettling headlines appeared for my morning reading the day before the nation observed the 20-year commemoration of the tragic deaths of almost 3,000 Americans on Sept. 11, 2001.

VACCINE: Liberty’s dead end

No soap box nor lecturing needed.

VACCINES: WWTMD?

Friends, what would Typhoid Mary do?

Rallying support for those in need

Saturday event part of National Recovery Month

Saturday event to recognize and celebrate Idahoans in recovery

Knights of Columbus tourney most successful yet

Raises nearly $28K for local nonprofits

Although the day started out cloudy and misty, that did not dampen the enthusiasm of the 104 golfers that participated in the 2021 Knights of Columbus Golf Tournament held at the Prairie Falls Golf Course in Post Falls.

Loving the library with Sookie

It was a weak moment.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Reflux and heartburn

More than 60 million Americans experience heartburn or acid reflux as often as once a week.

ITD, ESHD to collect comment on bridges near Cataldo

ESHD is exploring alternatives for the future of the Canyon Road Bridge

MANDATE: Biden’s hypocritical policy

Since President Biden has opted to mandate vaccinations for companies with 100 or more employees, why isn’t there a vaccine mandate for all of the illegal aliens streaming across our southern border?

An infusion of civility for what ails us

Main Street column for Sept. 15

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Vitamin D is an essential vitamin that may be more vital than we realize

Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin that helps your body absorb calcium and phosphorus.

TAXES: We can do better

How wonderful for the Coeur d’Alene City Council to proclaim there will be no increase in our property taxes and have not raised taxes in the last seven years.

KAVANAUGH: Accusation doesn’t hold up

The pot is always calling the kettle black: Democrats ask questions about FBI background check of Justice Kavanaugh.

The stay-at-home dad: A warning from the future

Please consider using ear protection when frequenting noisy events, and do whatever you can to shield your babies from loud noises.

RAPE: Cycle must be broken

Your article printed on Sept. 9 about the “alleged” (ya right) rapist disgusts me.

Risch: 'Who's calling the shots' for president?

U.S. Senator from Idaho questions Biden's decision-making

Shattered trust need not be fatal

PAHA offers outline of recovery from betrayal.

Horror guru James Wan goes wild with ‘Malignant’

Everything about “Malignant,” the new horror movie from “Insidious” and “The Conjuring” director James Wan, is insane.

City to have surplus vehicles auctioned off

Surplus vehicles to go

ISENBERG: Note to Dean

Dear Dean, Sunday, I read your response in the Coeur d’Alene Press. Thank you for your response.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — An easy column

After writing the weekly wine column for 10 years now the most challenging part at times is to come up with new subject matter.

Former state trooper convicted of unlawful arrest

No jail time for former trooper who falsely arrested woman

VACCINES: More stats wanted

Gosh, this thing is dividing the people even more than they already are.

Robin Isaacson, 64

Robin Elaine Isaacson, 64, of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho passed away September 10, 2021.

David Atwood

David A. Atwood, a North Idaho native from Hayden passed away with his loving family at home on September 4, 2021.

William Custer

William Joseph Custer of Coeur D'Alene, Idaho passed away September 10th, 2021 with his mom by his side due to health complications.

Youth Sports Sept. 15, 2021

Soccer, flag football, volleyball ... and more.

State: COVID-19 impacting younger people

Director says peak of new cases still to come

Coronavirus worries continue

Floyd Morris

Floyd Kenneth (Kenny) Morris passed away September seventh at Kootenai Health.

Stephen Marr, 72

Stephen D. Marr - A Friend to the Humble and Renown

John Stenberg, 68

John Stenberg (68) joined our Creator in Heaven on August 27, 2021 from his home in Dalton Gardens, Idaho.

Janet Woodall, 75

Born in 1946 in Centerview, Mo., Janet Sue Woodall died due to cancer on August 27th, 2021. She was 75.

James Peters, 38

James Allen Peters 38, of Post Falls April 18th 1983 - September 5th 2021

George Davis

George Wyles Davis was born February 16, 1928, in Grandview, Wash. to Charles and Amanda Elizabeth Davis.

Museum of North Idaho community input sessions

As the Museum of North Idaho builds its new, expanded facility, we are seeking input from the greater North Idaho community on what role the museum should play in our region.

Legals for September, 15 2021

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 65: Headlines from 9/11 thru 9/14

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 Sept. 11-14.

Blinken defense of Afghan policy clouded by al-Qaida warning

Assailed bylawmakers alike over the administration’s preparation for and handling of the pullout

US tribes demand emergency protection for wolves

Idaho law passed in July allows hunters to kill up to 90% of that state's wolves

Tropical Storm Nicholas slows, dumps rain along Gulf Coast

Galveston, Texas, saw nearly 14 inches of rain

About 1,000 protest President Joe Biden's visit to Idaho

'He's acting like a dictator'

Groups push to resume enforcement in Montana mining dispute

Lawsuit sought to block Hecla Mining Co. and its president, Phillips Baker Jr., from involvement in two proposed silver and copper mines

Washington hospital execs: little capacity to help Idaho

About two-thirds of Washington residents age 12 and older had been fully vaccinated

Pope visit a sign of inclusion for Slovakia's excluded Roma

Restart of his globetrotting papacy after a nearly two-year coronavirus hiatus

Trustees: No mask mandate

Coeur d’Alene School District finalizes COVID operating plan

In a 3-2 vote, the Coeur d’Alene School District Board of Trustees passed a COVID mitigation operating plan that recommends but does not require masks to be worn in schools at the board meeting Monday night.

Real estate feeding frenzy eases

Inventory way up, so housing prices leveling off

The local real estate market has been tricky the past several months after a spike in prices.

What's on the ballot? Well, a lot

It might not be what you expect

COVID-19 count still climbing

97 COVID-patients at Kootenai Health

Northwest Notes Sept. 14, 2021

Washington State's Harris earns Pac-12 honor

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 statistics

PREP ROUNDUP: Lakeland girls play better in loss at Moscow

Prep Roundup for Sept. 14

NIC’s Diversity Symposium open to public

The community is invited to participate in North Idaho College’s fifth annual Diversity Symposium, from 9 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. on Wednesday in the Edminster Student Union Building, Lake Coeur d’Alene Room, on NIC’s main campus in Coeur d’Alene.

Teen arrested for injury to a child

A Washington teen is back in jail after police said he had sexual relations with an underage girl.

When will gas prices start to drop?

This year, a drop in gas prices after Labor Day has been delayed by the effects of Hurricane Ida.

Chip Shots Sept. 14, 2021

Results from local golf leagues.

Vaccine mandates aren't new

But today's degree of partisanship might be.

Legals for September, 14 2021

Man arrested in Clark Fork resident's death

James “Jimmy” David Russell, 39, has been charged with first-degree murder.

Classic boats coming to Lake Cd'A

Free event this Friday and Saturday

International Antique & Classic Boat Show returns to North Idaho

Leadership through loving others

Retired educator's book focuses on building stronger relationships

Forty-one years of working with kids, parents, teachers and administrators was an educational journey and labor of love for a recently published and retired veteran of education.

More showers on horizon before dry spell

Annual snowfall forecast coming next month.

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 Watch

COLLEGE WOMEN'S SOCCER: Lake City grad Rieken scores again in WSU win

The header was Rieken’s third goal off of Cougar corners in as many games after scoring a brace a week prior at home against Hawaii.

James Moen, 55

James Neil Moen entered into rest July 21st, 2021 in Portland, Ore.

Legals for September, 13 2021

Body found in lake near abandoned boat

Investigation under way.

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Time for Seahawks to deliver, 49ers to stay healthy

The only thing that seems to hold the Seahawks back is, it seems, coaches holding them back. They have great athletes — use them.

PREP ROUNDUP: Post Falls' Wood, Coeur d'Alene boys run to victories at Farragut meet

“It wasn’t my best day … but it was really exciting,” girls winner Sammie Wood of Post Falls said, “and our team culture is amazing this year so it makes it really fun to come to practice every day. I don’t think we’ve had a better team culture since I’ve been here.”

Special teams miscues help bury Idaho in loss at Indiana

"Special teams was not good, not good at all," Idaho coach Paul Petrino said. "They scored 21 points on special teams. The offense wasn't very good but we still have to find a way to get more first downs."

PREP FOOTBALL: Lake City, St. Maries fall big

A first-half safety was all the scoring the Lake City Timberwolves could muster in a 42-2 loss to the Garfield Bulldogs on Saturday afternoon at Memorial Stadium.

PREP SOCCER: Coeur d'Alene Charter girls rally, avenge rare loss

Facing a 3-0 deficit with 13 minutes remaining, Coeur d’Alene Charter didn’t give up or give in. They just made the correction.

Old Glory and Gold Star gratitude

9/11 event shines light on heroes, features families of lost ones

Speakers honor law enforcement and Gold Star families

Now it's Dean's turn

Son of murdered man shares concerns about embezzlement case, death of his father

Dean Isenberg sounds off

Golf Island facility to open in Riverstone

Business Bits for Sept. 12

Honoring the unknown

Commemorative plaque unveiled at Veterans Memorial

COEUR d'ALENE - The sun peeked through the clouds on a group of Americans, gathering in unity to commemorate the 100th anniversary of The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier with a special plaque and rose garden at the Veterans Memorial in McEuen Park in downtown Coeur d’Alene on Saturday.

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 Watch

NIC ROUNDUP: Bennett reads, reacts, wins game for Cardinal men

Braden Bennett does more than just score goals for the North Idaho College men’s soccer team. He also makes heads-up plays, then scores goals.

School and Senior Meals

School and Senior Meals: Sept. 13-17

Milestone Announcements

See who's celebrating!

VACCINE: Better than death

It is obvious that Ron Mendive has found it important that if you are a real Republican, you should be allowed to die a horrible death.

COVID: A titanic crisis

Kootenai Health and other North Idaho hospitals are in crisis.

LANDLORDS: Raising rents too high

To Coeur d’Alene landlords: I’m curious why rent is so high. Higher taxes?

FEW: Honor Cd’A officer

I have a question for Police Chief White.

CRISIS: It’s a scare tactic

Who are the bureaucrats that make up the “Idaho crisis standards of care activation advisory committee?”

VIRUS: A Chinese plot

What do we know about the origins of the COVID-19 virus?

MY GARDEN PATH: Fall has arrived

All of a sudden we're in the midst of September.

JONES: Misinformed opinions

The “Guest Opinion” from Jim Jones accuses Dr. Ryan Cole of misinformation.

GOP: Failing their duty

It’s ironic that while the Idaho Republican Party supports legislative action to prevent a vaccine mandate in our state, a 20 army medical team of professionals has been assigned to assist Kootenai Health in treating the high number of mainly unvaccinated patients with COVID-19.

SPECIAL ADVERTISING CONTENT: Summer twilight adventures at Dover Bay

Neighborhood of the Week: Sept. 12

Bad year for legislators gets worse

Elected officials should shift focus to actually helping hospitals and businesses.

Op-Ed: Vote local 2021

For the November 2016 election, I vividly remember the frustration I felt while voting with little to no information about North Idaho College Board of Trustees and other local candidates.

Rathdrum remembers the fallen with honor

The city of Rathdrum remembers American heroes on the twentieth anniversary of the 9/11 attacks.

Berg, Cripps, Sullivan help Trojans notch first victory

"It feels great," said senior outside linebacker Chase Berg, who had three sacks and whose blocked punt led to a first-quarter touchdown. "I'm glad we focused up, practiced, kept the energy up, just played our hearts out."

THE FRONT ROW WITH JASON ELLIOTT: The games were a lot different in 2001

As a sports writer just three months into this business, you wondered driving to work that day just what might happen next.

PREP ROUNDUP: Lakeland rolls by ground, air over West Valley; Timberlake knocks off Moscow

Lakeland, Timberlake notch key nonleague wins

NIC VOLLEYBALL: Cardinals take two at Pierce crossover

NIC concludes pool play today with Rogue, then enters bracketed tournament.

Not one, but two, football foes cancel on Coeur d'Alene this week

After West Valley of Yakima canceled Friday's game at Coeur d'Alene because of COVID-19 issues, the Vikings late Thursday night were able to tentatively arrange a home game for Saturday at 1 p.m. with Mt. Spokane of Mead, which had its game this week with district rival Mead postponed due to COVID-19 issues within the Mead program.

Say it ain't so, Joe

Elected officials sound off against Biden mandate

Leaders believe the executive order won't solve the problem

THEY WON'T FORGET

Locals reflect on 9/11's impact on their lives

Lessons learned - and not learned - from unprecedented terrorist attack.

Duffy takes PHD controls

Longtime health care professional named district director

Don Duffy continues PHD service he started in 2014.

Rotary Club gets rosy

Annual sale blooms for the 31st time

The Coeur d'Alene Rotary Club hopes to beat last years all-time record of 1,450 dozen roses during their thirty-first annual Rose Sale fundraiser.

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 Watch

Vandals head into Big Ten country

"They're still a very good team," said Idaho coach Paul Petrino, whose Vandals (1-0) play at Indiana (0-1) today at Memorial Stadium. "It’s a great venue. A lot of guys in their life never get to play in a Big Ten stadium, never get to play in a Pac-12 stadium. I’ve been lucky enough as a coach in all those different leagues."

Northwest Notes Sept. 11, 2021

Gonzaga women's nonconference schedule includes visit from defending NCAA champion Stanford

Jean Thiemens, 100

Jean Louella Duncan Thiemens of Coeur d’Alene, 100 years and 26 days old, went to meet her Lord September 4, 2021,

COVID mitigation plan on CDA school board agenda

The Coeur d’Alene School District Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting Monday at 5 p.m at the Midtown Center Meeting Room on N. Fifth Street in Coeur d’Alene.

Muddy mandate

Order's impact unclear for health care workers, educators

New federal vaccine mandates will affect health care workers and education employees throughout Idaho — but exactly how remains to be seen.

Power outage coming to St. Maries area

Will last five hours Sept. 15.

My Turn: Proposal for unvaccinated COVID patients

Reserve some beds just for them.

Walk to End Alzheimer’s returns Sept. 25

Alzheimer’s Association moves forward with plans for in-person event

The North Idaho Walk to End Alzheimer’s — which was held virtually last year — returns to Riverstone Park on Sept. 25.

The race for office begins - or for some, ends

Candidate submissions for Nov. 2 election closes

COVID details shape Lakeland schools plan

Federal funding linked to CDC guidelines considered

Following discussion across several school board meetings, the Lakeland Joint School District approved the 2021-22 LJSD Operational Plan after clarifying the language and distinguishing that it has no relevance to receiving federal ARP ESSER funds.

Games on the brains

Discovery bus comes to Lake City High School

To kick off learning at the start of the school year, Lake City High School game design students were challenged to “escape the bus” in the parking lot of Lake City High School on Thursday.

Governor giving substitute teachers a boost

Program provides $10M to make up teacher shortages.

Janice Villegas, 75

Janice Fern Villegas, age 75, of Post Falls, Idaho, passed away peacefully in her home on August 28, 2021.

Alice Zorn, 98

Alice O. Zorn, 98, passed away September 5, 2021 at her home in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.

Legals for September, 11 2021

Staffer who accused representative of rape files tort claim against Idaho Legislature

Aaron von Ehlinger has now been charged on suspicion of rape

The Ada County Sheriff’s Office had von Ehlinger listed Friday as having an outstanding warrant for those two crimes and the warrant was issued Thursday

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 64: Headlines from 9/8 thru 9/10

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 Sept. 8-10.

Gridiron Guesses: COVID-19 starting to seep into this year's season as well

This year, there are three things that could affect a high school football game in North Idaho. COVID-19. Or, poor air quality. Or, a new one this year, a shortage of officials.

US unemployment claims rise after hitting pandemic low

Hiring in August plummeted in industries that require face-to-face contact with the public

PREP ROUNDUP: Lakeland takes two in tri-match

Lakeland volleyball tops Coeur d'Alene, Timberlake; Post Falls falls to Moscow, beats Gonzaga Prep and Timberlake soccer sweeps Priest River

NIC ATHLETICS: Lee leaves AD post for same duties at Mt. Spokane

“Bobby was doing such a good job for us,” NIC Vice President of Student Services Graydon Stanley said. “We’re going to miss hin because he did a great job in just under two years here. He was stabilizing things with the sanctions and did a really good job of getting us back on track, and we’ll miss him a lot.”

"We've reached our limit"

Local officials band together for collaborative COVID-19 response plan

Don't give up elected positions, speakers say

Need for elected officials takes center stage

9/11: A day to remember

Ceremonies, flags, a run/walk and golf tournament recognize 20th anniversary of attacks

Remember

Reading help for adult learners

Literacy Project of North Idaho tackling illiteracy

One in seven adults is unable to read beyond a third-grade level; the quiet problem effects communities in less than obvious ways.

Weekend TV/Radio highlights

Radio and television highlights for upcoming weekend

INFLUENZA: Distorted stats

In response to Jerry Forell’s letter.

EVIL: It all adds up

Webster’s defines evil as “morally wrong, bad, immoral, wicked.”

May yesteryear's pain inspire us now

Lessons of 20 years ago must not be forgotten, either.

SAFETY: Drivers, now hear this

Dear Neighbors: This is a plea to obey street signs in construction zones.

GOVERNMENT: County’s clouded future

Indeed, Peggy, I missed the irony, but not the non sequitur.

HOUSING: Good work, Cd’A

My wife and I spent the night of Sept. 1 in Coeur d’Alene during our return from Yellowstone National Park to our home in Portland.

Op-Ed: Together, we can beat the nonpartisan virus

Our community of Coeur d’Alene is in a crisis.

KCRCC: Not my GOP

I am a Republican and proud of it!

FAIR: What, no critters?

Going to the fair was always a treat, until this year.

HUCKLEBERRIES: World-class listener can also write

Harry Amend spent his career in education and beyond teaching people how to communicate.

BIDEN: Courageous, qualified president

Just a message to all the naysayers about our president Joe Biden and all the criticism about how he handled the war in Afghanistan.

DURHAM: Report must be seen

I sent an email on Sept. 7 to U.S. Senators Risch and Crapo and U.S. Representatives Fulcher and Simpson asking this simple question: “Where is the Durham Report and what are you doing personally to get it released to the public?”

Op-Ed: Rejecting the bloody shirt

What qualifications are required to discuss the issues of the day?

Kent Setty

Kent Ellis Setty, born November 19, 1944 in Burbank, Calif. to Ray Ellis and Florence (Coe) Setty, died August 14, 2021 in Hayden, Idaho.

POLLS: You can do better

The op-ed published Aug. 29 and written by what appears to be three very smart people, Jim Jones, Dr. David Pate and Mike Satz, ended with a very poor attempt to solidify their point.

Second yArt Sale on Saturday

The 2nd annual yArt Sale will be Saturday from noon to 6 p.m. at the Coeur d’Alene Convention & Visitor Bureau in downtown Coeur d’Alene. “This is a really fun event we did last year for the first time,” said Ali Shute, director of the Coeur d’Alene Arts & Culture Alliance board. “The first one came together so fast and was such a success, we felt it was definitely worth doing every year.”

“The Marvelous Wonderettes” is back for reprise Saturday

Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre performs at the Kroc theater

“The Marvelous Wonderettes” is back for a one-night reprise at the Salvation Army Kroc Center theater at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday after all their August shows sold out. “This is such a fun show,” said Lorna Hamilton, director and choreographer. “There are so many hilarious moments that it’s hard to catch your breath between laughing and singing along.”

“The Marvelous Wonderettes” is back for reprise Saturday

Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre performs at the Kroc theater

“The Marvelous Wonderettes” is back for a reprise at the Salvation Army Kroc Center theater at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday after all their August shows sold out. “This is such a fun show,” said Lorna Hamilton, director and choreographer. “There are so many hilarious moments that it’s hard to catch your breath between laughing and singing along.”

Museum wants to hear from you

Schedules series of public sessions on its future

Museum's future on the table

High temps affect Deceitful fire

Reduced forest closures still in effect

Study panel hears conflict-of-interest charge

Members discuss Bruce Mattare's candidacy for county office

Sheriff's blotter

Sheriff's blotter

Nancy Heuett, 75

Nancy M. Heuett, age 75, passed away at Kootenai Health on July 28, 2021.

Hattie Gottschalk, 92

Hattie Rhee Gottschalk, 92, passed away September 7, 2021, to meet her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

Monoclonal antibody treatment center to open in North Idaho

Combination monoclonal therapy reduces severe COVID symptoms

Heritage Health, in partnership with Northwest Specialty Hospital, will begin offering an antibody therapy designed to reduce the worst symptoms of COVID-19 and prevent hospitalization for people with mild to moderate cases.

Donna (Ellis) Tompkins, 92

Donna Jane (Ellis) Tompkins went home to be with the Lord on September 2nd, 2021.

Parolee arrested with pound of pot

A man is being held on $100,000 bail after he allegedly almost T-boned an off-duty police officer while carrying more than a pound of pot in his truck.

‘Flow’ exhibition open in NIC Corner Gallery

The work of ceramics artist Mat Rude is featured in “Flow,” a new exhibition that opened Wednesday in the North Idaho College Corner Gallery in Boswell Hall. Rude lives and works in Spokane where he is an associate professor of art at Gonzaga University. He earned a bachelor of arts degree from Luther College in 1998 and a Master of Fine Arts from Montana State University in 2007. Rude worked closely with internationally renowned artist Don Reitz, as Reitz’s studio assistant. He also worked alongside Donovan Palmquist of Master Kiln Builders.

Northwest Notes Sept. 10, 2021

News on Pac-12 women's basketball pairings

May announces re-election bid

Lisa May has announced her campaign for re-election to the Coeur d’Alene School District 271 Board of Trustees for the Zone 1 Trustee position, which she has held since 2017.

Legals for September, 10 2021

Sweeping new vaccine mandates for 100 million Americans

Despite more than 208 million Americans having at least one dose of the vaccines, the U.S. is seeing about 300% more new COVID-19 infections a day

Museum of North Idaho community input sessions

As the Museum of North Idaho builds its new, expanded facility, we are seeking input from the greater North Idaho community on what role the museum should play in our region.

Justice Dept. sues Texas over state's new abortion law

The Texas law, known as SB8, prohibits abortions once medical professionals can detect cardiac activity

FDA delays decision on e-cigarettes from vaping giant Juul

Parents, politicians and anti-tobacco advocates have pressured the FDA for years to ban Juul's high-nicotine devices

Judge: Woman accused in kids' slayings still unfit for trial

Daybell was committed to the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare on June 8

AP source: Biden requiring federal workers to get COVID shot

Biden is also expected to outline plans to increase virus testing in schools

Scores of Westerners, including Americans, fly out of Kabul

Many thousands of Afghans remain desperate to get out

VIDEO: Slow-speed pursuit ends with one in custody

Nat Bush, owner of the side-by-side, explained to the Press that the vehicle was stolen around 5:15 p.m. from his mother’s property located roughly five miles north of Blue Creek Bay.

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: The focus is back on volleyball, not protocols

"Last year, every single day was kind of an unknown — at any time, we could get shut down. Being able to focus on volleyball is refreshing," Lake City volleyball coach Michelle Kleinberg said.

PREP ROUNDUP: Coeur d'Alene stays unbeaten, tops Moscow

Coeur d'Alene boys win fifth straight to start season

NIC SOCCER: Cardinal men notch first win at Walla Walla since 2016

Cardinal men, women notch wins in Northwest Athletic Conference openers on Wednesday

Recall process underway for trustee

Board chair for Lakeland Joint School District Board of Trustees under recall

The board chair of Lakeland Joint School District Board of Trustees office is under process of recall with the notice delivered on Tuesday.

Department of Defense medical personnel arrive at Kootenai Health

Military medical personnel to support Kootenai Health staff

Uhrig seeks Post Falls School Board seat

Law enforcement professional says growth is top priority

For the children

Employees of First Interstate Bank volunteer at Children's Village

A team of six First Interstate Bank employees from the Riverstone branch tackled chores at Children’s Village in Coeur d’Alene for the bank’s annual Volunteer Day on Wednesday. “We're very grateful for First Interstate Bank,” said Vanessa Moos, chief executive officer for Children's Village. “We're a pretty small staffed crew right now and any help we're able to get is very appreciated.”

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 Watch

AT COLLEGE: Sept. 9, 2021

Updates on area athletes at the next level

Movers & Shakers

Movers & Shakers: Sept. 9

Tip helps to solve a case of illegally killed mule deer

Crime solved

SHOLEH: Lessons from the sticker lady

My sister is the sticker lady.

CDA council: No property tax hike in budget

Foregone balance totals about $7 million

City approves budget

Officials: West Nile virus activity rising across the state

No vaccines for people

West Nile virus rising

CONSUMER GAL: Homographic hacking makes clicking on links dangerous

In our fast paced lives, hackers count on us not paying close attention when clicking on links.

Sheriff's blotter

Sheriff's blotter

Accused rapist pleads not guilty

A former Lake City High School student accused of raping and beating his ex girlfriend pleaded not guilty to multiple felony charges this week.

Tammy Cunningham, 62

Tammy Cunningham passed away peacefully on August 25th, 2021 at the Hospice House in Coeur d’ Alene, Idaho.

Legals for September, 9 2021

Input sought on Glacier air tour plan

Includes conditions designed to protect natural and cultural resources and visitor experience

Public meeting scheduled Sept. 21

Secure Paris attacks courtroom nestled within storied site

Twenty men are accused in the Islamic State group’s 2015 attacks on Paris that left 130 people dead and hundreds injured

Gen. Lee statue comes down in former Confederate capital

The removal marked a major victory for civil rights activists

Portland mayor: Keeping police away from protest a mistake

A spokesperson for the police bureau said officers were monitoring the fight from an airplane

Charity Golf Tournament to benefit Newspapers in Education

Tournament to be held next Wednesday at The Idaho Club

Ground Force in Post Falls agrees to be acquired by Chicago company

Deal is for $45M cash; expected to be completed in fourth quarter.

What is the mu variant of the coronavirus?

mu variant might be as resistant to vaccines

WHO chief urges halt to booster shots for rest of the year

Last month, U.S. health officials recommended that all Americans get boosters

Silicon Valley finds remote work is easier to begin than end

Employers’ next steps could redefine how and where people work

Ethel Kennedy: RFK assassin Sirhan Sirhan shouldn't be freed

Two other RFK offspring, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Douglas Kennedy, have said they support the release

Officials: Health care rationing could spread across Idaho

An entire floor of the hospital has been turned into a COVID-19 ward

Powerful earthquake near Mexico's Acapulco kills at least 1

Astudillo said the tsunami alert center had not registered any variations in the sea level

COVID CRISIS

Hospitals pushed to emergency measures

Health care workers urge vaccination as beds fill with COVID patients

Lawmakers voice opposition to vaccine mandates

Resolution from Idaho Republican Party calls for legislature to reconvene

PREP ROUNDUP: Post Falls topples Lake City in back-and-forth match

“Claire was a digging machine tonight,” Post Falls coach Willow Hanna said. “She passed and dug up so many balls. I thought we ran a balanced offense tonight. We had some ups and downs, and it was definitely a battle. We’ll have to get prepared to see them again.”

School bells are ringing

Coeur d'Alene, Post Falls, Kootenai and Lakeland Joint school districts start school today

They came by foot, greeting friends by name, By car, by bus, on bikes they came. Students across North Idaho filed back into classrooms Tuesday morning for the first day back to school with shouts, smiles and nervous jitters.

Signing photos Sept. 8, 2021

Owen Smith, a 2021 graduate of Coeur d'Alene High, recently signed a letter of intent to play basketball at Hibbing Community College in Hibbing, Minn.

Sex offender who fled sentence arrested out of state

A sex offender who absconded from custody is back in jail, after almost a year on the lam.

Idaho high school football media poll Sept. 8, 2021

How the state's media voted this week.

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Braden Bennett, North Idaho College

North Idaho College freshman Braden Bennett is this week's Knudsten Chevrolet Athlete of the Week

Northwest Notes Sept. 8, 2021

Notes on Tri-State wrestling tournament, mask rules at Washington State and a new start time for Whitworth football on Saturday

SWIM: Should’ve been acknowledged

In mid-August we had a wonderful event in Coeur d’Alene.

KCRCC: Birch stance blistered

Brent Regan and his KCRCC have thankfully suffered another “setback” as both the Idaho and national Republican Party organizations have rejected their proposals to endorse the John Birch Society and to remove columnist Jim Jones from the Republican Party.

Op-Ed: Can Idaho doctors be disciplined for spreading COVID misinformation?

Dr. Ryan Cole of Boise has been accused of spreading misinformation about COVID-19 vaccines, discouraging life-saving vaccinations and touting unproven remedies for the virus.

Swingrover running for CDA school board seat

Student mental health among issues she'd focus on.

Covid crisis: When enough is too much

Hospital unnecessarily overwhelmed by unvaccinated patients.

NIC: Trust in trio eroding

Three of the elected NIC Trustees decided to eliminate a recently instituted policy of requiring face coverings.

OPINIONS: Here’s another one

I read Pamela Niles’ diatribe about fact checking and got quite the chuckle out of it.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — As garlic is to food…

Winemakers in so many ways are no different than chefs, and great winemakers are so like great chefs.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Motor vehicle accidents: When should I get evalutated for injuries?

The answer is immediately following the accident, even if you don't have any pain.

OPINIONS: Welcome all kinds

I found Pamela Niles’ response to Allen Fulleton’s letter “Jab at Jabs” astounding.

COVID: Clarifying numbers, impact

As one who signed the Open Letter from medical professionals, I am compelled to respond to a Letter to the Editor entitled “COVID: Doctors, see these stats.”

Youth Sports Sept. 8, 2021

Youth golfers hit links in Bremerton, Wash.

Brumley drops out of school board race

Chair of CDA trustees to focus more on family, cites problems with emerging 'new facet' of parents.

HEALTH CARE: Show some respect

Staffs at Kootenai Health and other hospitals, first responders and other health providers are working long strenuous hours away from their families to care for excessive COVID patients, most of whom have refused to be vaccinated.

The stay-at-home dad: Chores and the disappearing kid

My 8-year-old son is an excuse machine.

Parking lot roundup draws crowd

Main Street for Sept. 8

Hallowmercializing

When is the next commercial break?

Summer movie review — an industry in limbo

After the non-existent summer movie season of 2020, it seemed like any assortment of blockbusters in summer 2021 would be a welcome sight to the COVID-ravaged cinema landscape.

STUDENTS: Safety comes first

My 42 years in education as a principal and teacher have provided a deep understanding of the “educational system.”

DEMOCRATS: They were pro-slave

I am damned tired of being labeled, “racist;” not me personally, but my party.

Growing a community

Nonprofit garden supplies food - and food for thought

With thirteen years running and over 59,000 pounds of food donated to food assistance programs and families in need, this 60-plot community garden stretching over three city lots is certainly growing its fair share.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — 'Minor' digestive complaints

Mild to moderate indigestion and an upset stomach seems, on the surface, to be no big deal.

Solid Waste facilities to close early Sept. 12

Department aims to show appreciation for employees

Chlorination time in Post Falls

PF Water District will begin annual chlorination of the water system

Post Falls Water District chlorination program to begin after October 1

MASKS: Sources identified

In response to a letter seeking my source of information in a recent letter to the editor…

Business as usual for Lakeland/ Post Falls school districts

local schools open with no mandated guidelines to prevent the spread of COVID-19

Lakeland and Post Falls School Districts reopened Tuesday with no guidelines to prevent the spread of COVID among students. The Lakeland joint School District is composing a "Safe Return to In-Person Instruction and Continuity of Services Plan" in order to receive federal funding through the American Rescue Plan Act that would require them to follow CDC recommendations, including mandatory masks for all students, staff, teachers and visitors to campus.

EDUCATION: Respect families, churches

Social Emotional Learning, Critical Race Theory, Portrait of a Graduate, Equity Framework and other programs of the same ilk are at the forefront of this school year.

Legals for September, 8 2021

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 63: Headlines from 9/4 thru 9/7

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 Sept. 4-7.

Hurricane Ida power outages, misery persist 9 days later

More than 50% of gas stations in New Orleans and Baton Rouge remained without gasoline Tuesday morning

Evacuees plead for action: 'We are in some kind of jail'

Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Tuesday the U.S. was working with the Taliban to resolve the matter

Prized trout streams shrink as heat, drought grip US West

Heat waves and drought have raised water temperatures and imperiled fish species in several states

North Idaho hospitals implement crisis standards

State cites rising COVID-19 cases, staffing and equipment shortages

Gonzaga coach Few cited for DUI

Blood alcohol level allegedly .119

CHIP SHOTS: Sept. 7, 2021

Results from area leagues

Recovering from Isenberg scandal

Nonprofit pays off all debts, survives crippling embezzlement

Following a scandal, Maggie Lyons took over what used to be the North Idaho Housing Coalition. Now rebranded as PAHA, they have numerous checks and balances in place as they move forward in serving the poor of Kootenai County.

Blindness hasn't broken him

Todd James finds life good in school and on the job

Todd James is 95% blind but this hasn't slowed him down. At 48 he is finishing up his associate degree in social work and works for Prairie Potable Water Services part time

Post Falls man killed in motorcycle crash

Man dies in crash

MLP: Her and me won’t butcher pronouns

That snitty old bitty is back with a biting bit of grammar gore.

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 statistics

Northwest Notes Sept. 7, 2021

Lake City product earns Pac-12 honor

Boat crash reported near Harrison

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Legals for September, 7 2021

Short and Sweet

Spirit Lake Labor Day parade lives up to billing

Spirit Lake parade is short

Keep the axes swinging

Locals compete in 53rd annual Paul Bunyan Days logging events Sunday

Their last name might as well be Bunyan. For Paul Sotin’s household, the logging competition is a family event. The Sotin family has been competing in the Paul Bunyan Days logging event since they came to St. Maries in 2006 and has been helping on the committee for the past decade.

Frost on September pumpkins a possibility

Forecasters think November could be a wet one.

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 Watch

Legals for September, 6 2021

Florida gunman killed 4, including mom still holding baby

33-year-old Bryan Riley appeared to be suffering from mental health issues

Taliban stop planes of evacuees from leaving but unclear why

U.S. promised to continue working with the new Taliban rulers

Oil boom remakes N. Dakota county with fastest growth in US

Oil was first discovered in McKenzie County in the 1950s

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Pigskins, potholes, pigs and other stuff

Maybe it stems from growing up watching Arnold Ziffel on Green Acres ...

Runaway: Vandals open season by handling Division II Simon Fraser in first shutout since 2010

“Big ups to the big boys up front,” Roshaun Johnson said of Idaho’s offensive linemen. “I’m going to have to get ‘em some doughnuts or something tomorrow."

NIC ROUNDUP: Bennett shines as Cardinal men romp

Freshman scores four goals, adds an assist in double-digit win.

Lessons in forgiveness

Two years after the crash that killed a local husband and father, his family is healing

Two years after the crash that killed a local husband and father, his family is healing

Will run for doughnuts

Rotary Club's .5K not to be taken seriously, but raises money for local, international causes

Rotary Club fundraiser a fun run

BUSINESS BITS: So you want to be a rock 'n' roll star?

North Idaho Rock School moves to Appleway address

Business Bits for Sept. 5

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 Watch

HELP: Thanks to young Samaritans

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9/11: Ceremony coming Saturday

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BIRDS: They’ve flown the coop

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SHERIFF: Thanks for your protection

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COURTESY: Lost in traffic

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MACOMBER: Does it get more conservative?

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Milestone Announcements

See who's celebrating!

Nancy Zaborski

Nancy Zaborski of Hayden, Idaho passed away Sunday, August 22, 2021 at home.

COVID: Doctors, see these stats

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Robert “Bob” Haakenson, 86

obit for Sunday, Sept. 5

editorial: School year opening to tough test

A note of optimism would be great right now. Great, but completely unrealistic.

SCHOOLS: The bullies win

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GRACE TREE ADVERT: Construction impact: Part IV

Last week we talked about the importance of laying out a basic and common sense Tree Preservation Plan prior to any construction.

Cd’A Realtors focus on safety for September

Neighborhood of the Week for Sept. 5

Our Gem: Coeur d’Alene’s Water Consumption and Conservation

The City of Coeur d’Alene Water Department provides potable water to over 50,000 customers in and around the city. The public water system was originally constructed and owned by a private water company known as Idaho Water.

Op-Ed: How Idaho should invest $1.4B windfall

What would Idaho’s companies do if they had a $1.4 billion windfall?

Frank Hubof, 76

Frank Sylvester Hubof passed away unexpectedly on July 8th, 2021 at the age of 76.

Gratitude is the attitude

Once upon a time, there was a little dog who was unhappy with his life.

Man pulls woman from burning truck on I-90

Accident leaves Deer Park man dead.

Coeur d'Alene holds off Sandpoint in thriller

"That was a helluva high school football game," Coeur d'Alene coach Shawn Amos said. “We just found a way to win. It wasn't pretty. To have your kids find a way to win is big in a game like this; it goes a long way.”

20 weeks later, Vandals kick off another season

Idaho coach Paul Petrino also said freshman Colbey Nosworthy, from Coeur d’Alene High, is in the mix for playing time at safety.

PREP ROUNDUP: Calder leads Lakeland to first victory

Through their first two games, the Lakeland Hawks had scored just nine points total. On Friday night, the Hawks surpassed that total before the first quarter was even over.

NIC SOCCER: Cardinals teams sweep past Everett

Cardinal teams take two to start western road trip

Another record-breaking election year

Candidates announced for November ballot

Candidates announced for November ballot

CDA removes tax hike from budget plan

Liquor, sales taxes expected to help make up the difference

City expected to adopt budget on Tuesday

Remembering 9/11

Ceremonies, run scheduled in Kootenai County

9/11 ceremonies, run

Down deputies, jail seeks retirees

Offering those with active accreditation $30 an hour to fill shifts

Deputies needed at jail

Northwest Notes Sept. 4, 2021

Prairie Falls co-owner Billy Bomar finished 10th at the Pacific Northwest Senior PGA Championship, which concluded Friday at Rainier Golf and Country Club in Seattle.

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 statistics

Firefighters on duty for return of students

Will stage near schools

Will stage near schools Tuesday

City of Hayden seeks nominations for 2021 distinguished veteran

Applications open until Oct. 1

Academy reaches new heights

North Idaho STEM Charter celebrates 10th anniversary, opening of a new building

Just in time to welcome 600 students back to school, North Idaho STEM Charter Academy completed it's newest building addition, a 22,500 square foot space stocked and ready for learning and exploration

Sharon Hall

Sharon Hall passed away peacefully in her sleep at her home in Post Falls Idaho June 2021.

Family Promise of North Idaho Golf Classic set

Golf tourney for Family Promise

Sheriff's blotter

Sheriff's blotter

Elections Office seeks poll workers

Application available on Kootenai County website

Weekend temps could spark fire behavior

As temperatures rise, firefighters are braced for activity this weekend in the Deceitful fire area.

Mattare announces campaign for county commissioner

Goals include growth and operational efficiency

Man who shot wife could be dying

A 75-year-old man who avoided prison for shooting his wife but soon landed back in jail may be dying.

Caroline Evans

Caroline Minnie Evans, born June 22, 1930, passed away on June 1, 2019.

Best way to protect school kids from COVID

Have industrial hygienists check all school ventilation systems.

Search for water quality projects begins

Proposals designed for quick implementation and high phosphorus reduction top priority

Legals for September, 4 2021

Anti-mask protests force 3 schools into lockdown

Lockdowns were a safety precaution

US to bolster firefighter ranks as wildfires burn year-round

On Friday, 85 large fires and complexes of blazes were burning in 12 states

Searches, sorrow in wake of Ida's destructive, deadly floods

At least 25 people perished in New Jersey

New Zealand police were following extremist who stabbed 6

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern described the violence as a terror attack

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 62: Headlines from 9/1 thru 9/3

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 Sept. 1-3.

Apple delays iPhone photo-scanning plan amid fierce backlash

Apple insisted its technology had been developed in a way that would protect the privacy of iPhone owners

Arizona man who wore horns in riot pleads guilty to felony

Chansley is among roughly 600 people charged in the riot

Afghan women demand rights as Taliban seek recognition

The Taliban have promised an inclusive government and a more moderate form of Islamic rule

Idaho hospitals nearly buckling in relentless COVID surge

St. Luke's Boise Medical Center invited The Associated Press into its restricted ICUs this week

Gridiron Guesses: Coeur d'Alene braces for upset-minded Sandpoint

Another week like that, and we might have to enlist the help of animals again.

PREP ROUNDUP: Post Falls sweeps Lakeland in volleyball

Zak Wenglikowski headed in a corner from Alex Reyes in the 54th minute to cap the Vikings’ win over the Bulldogs in Inland Empire League play at War Memorial Field. “I loved that,” Coeur d’Alene coach Braden Ridgewell said. “For about a week we worked on finishing, and crosses and corners, and getting up and wanting the ball, and trying to win headers. And it feels really good to have what you’ve been working toward, to be able to pull it off in a game.”

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Seahawks could be Super, if they fill a couple holes

Yes, patchwork teams with big-time quarterbacks — which the Seahawks are beginning to resemble — have made the Super Bowl from time to time. But let’s be honest. It’s not the item you’d choose off the menu.

Weekend TV/Radio highlights

Television and radio highlights for upcoming weekend

Community members, trustees debate masks

Emotions ran high as parents, students, and other community members, mostly anti-maskers, voiced their opinions on masks to the Coeur d’Alene School District Board of Trustees at the community forum Thursday night at the Lakes Middle School courtyard.

Idaho GOP bursts Bircher bubble

State group rejects both proposals made by KCRCC

Resolution passed unanimously by Kootenai County Republican Central Committee fails at state level

Monday print suspension extended

Press publisher says company still short of newspaper carriers

Readers can access the Monday Press on cdapress.com, clicking on the eEdition button at the top of the page.

Riverstone breaks ground on $15M condo/office project

Developer John Stone comes out of retirement for the third time

Riverstone groundbreaking held

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 statistics

NIC: Support for 3 trustees

What is the secret to raising great, healthy kids?

Op-Ed: Decouple and reindustrialize

“BEEP!” This is the sound of one of my school’s AED heart-restarting devices, whose battery had run down. “BEEP!” Again, a few moments later.

VALLEY: Austin got it right

One of my favorite Boy Scouts from the ’70s, John Austin, wrote a choice piece of history in The Press.

BIDEN: Who’s in charge?

We have all heard that press questions are submitted in advance, so the president can adequately answer them.

NIC: Board wrong on MacLennan

I have been a financial supporter of North Idaho College for many years.

VRBO: Rebuttal rebutted

On Lorri Erickson’s rebuttal to my opinion piece “VRBO, Nightmare to Some, Dream to Others,” she quotes William Shakespeare saying, ‘Me thinks thou dost protest too much,’ and concludes that I am hiding my real agenda by maligning her for going to the county government.

MASKS: Big Pharma plot

Masks are about as useful to stop the COVID virus as putting up a chain link fence to stop an infestation of misquotes.

Op-Ed: Another third-to-half a million of public money down the drain

The Idaho Supreme Court delivered a resounding blow for democracy of, by and for the people on Aug. 23, declaring the Legislature’s bill to throttle the initiative and referendum to be unconstitutional.

BROOKS: Recall letter illogical

Let me get this straight, Norma. Are you saying that all people who support Bill Brooks are trespassers, thieves and tyrants?

Must-see TV: NIC board meetings

The Aug. 31 episode left everyone scratching their heads - especially the NIC president.

Constance Brousseau, 79

Constance (Connie) Ann Brousseau, age 79, of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, passed away on August 31, 2021

Growing in North Idaho: Seed saving made simple

At the Idaho Master Gardener’s demonstration garden at the Kootenai County Fairgrounds, we’re growing out the sixth generation of ‘Sasha Altai’ tomatoes — it’s an early, prolific variety and one of the top tomatoes we recommend to grow for our region.

Jeanette Bachman, 78

Jeanette Bachman, age 78, passed peacefully on August 11, 2021.

Relay this: Legend of Big Dad lives on

Gary Rasmussen knew how to inspire his track teams.

'Who’s Gonna Fill Their Shoes?' coming to CDA

Includes classic country music and a special tribute to George Jones

Country tribute coming to cda

Sheriff's blotter

Sheriff's blotter

DUI patrols continue through Labor Day

“100 deadliest days” drawing to a close

DeLange seeks sixth council term

DeLange

Keeping history alive

Post Falls Historical Society sets fundraiser for Sept. 18

The important work of preserving the history of Post Falls is tasked to the spirited members of the Post Falls Historical Society. A spaghetti dinner fundraiser will be hosted on September 18 from 3-6 p.m. at Tilly's restaurant in Post Falls.

Man dies in U.S. 95 crash

Fatal crash at Miles Avenue.

Making research cool

NIC students immersed in biomedical studies

NIC students like INBRE

A look inside the Taliban

ISIS, al-Qaeda, and the Taliban are rivals in control of Muslim people and their government.

Get ready to reel 'em in

Nearly 15,000 rainbow trout will be stocked in the Panhandle Region this month

Fish coming our way

Tony Siron, 58

It is with deep sorrow and much love we mourn the loss of Anthony “Tony” Siron on August 26th, 2021 at the age of 58.

Movers & Shakers

Movers & Shakers: Sept. 3

Avista gets approval in general rate case

Customer tax credits will offset overall proposed base rate changes over a two-year plan

Avista gets OK

COVID-19 positivity rates keep rising

State has 1,717 new cases Thursday

Legals for September, 3 2021

Redistricting commission plans public hearings across Idaho

Meetings in North Idaho includeCoeur d'Alene

4 days after Ida, storm recovery is uneven across Louisiana

Statewide, 917,000 customers were without electricity

King County reinstating outdoor mask mandate due to COVID

The directive applies to both vaccinated and unvaccinated people over age 5

GM, Ford halt some production as chip shortage worsens

Toyota said it would slash production by at least 40% in Japan and North America

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Players rave about Circling Raven, setting for new tournament on Symetra Tour

"I went into Coeur d’Alene like four times this week; it’s so much fun," said Beth Wu, who tied for fifth. "It’s worth the drive; my time in Idaho’s been pretty great. We went to Tubbs Hill, hiked it, had dinner a couple of times (in Cd'A), it was so much fun."

PREP ROUNDUP: Charter girls start fast, down Timberlake

Panther girls, Tiger boys notch league wins on Wednesday at The Fields at Real Life

Chipping away at housing crisis

Organization dedicated to long-term affordable homes

Maggie Lyons with Charity Reimagined is on a mission to solve the low-income housing crisis in Coeur d'Alene

Dodgeball bouts in doubt

Pick-up games at McEuen Park draw permit notice from city

Dodgeball players work with city to continue use of McEuen tennis courts

League of Women Voters to publish online voters guide

League of Women Voters announces new nonpartisan website launching in October

Great boat for 'The Great One'

Coeur Custom Wood Boats assists Wayne Gretzky goal

Boat for the Gretzkys

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 statistics

Merkel prepares to step down with legacy of tackling crises

She is set to become the first German chancellor to leave power when she chooses

School board holds forum tonight

A quorum of the Board of Trustees for Coeur d'Alene Public Schools may be in attendance at the community forum at 5 p.m. tonight at Lakes Middle School.

September means lots of hunting opportunities

Plenty of small game and upland birds in Idaho

Hunting options many in Idaho

Witherspoon Kelley acquires Yakima law firm

Firm Expands to Serve Clients throughout Eastern and Central Washington, North Idaho

Fire closures reduced across Panhandle

Fire danger remains high

Fens, Feathers, & Forests

A fall day of birding and wetland ecology in northwest Montana

Explore the outdoors

DePriest seeks Hayden Council seat

Goals include growth management, taxes and improved public services

Sheriff's blotter

Sheriff's blotter

Giles Kavanagh

Early on the morning of August 28th, Thomas Giles Kavanagh, to borrow the words of John Gillespie McGee, slipped the surly bonds of Earth to touch the face of God.

Ants … in … space!

Orbiting lab home to many wonders.

Teen sentenced to jail treatment program in child injury case

An 18-year-old accused of raping an intoxicated girl reported to jail this week.

Donald Mitchell, 93

Donald “Mitch” R Mitchell, of Post Falls passed away on August 27, 2021.

A true labor of love

Dorothy Gohl and her late husband Chuck spent close to 20 years cultivating their garden together

"There's so much in our world that brings tears, but God shines on you if you open your eyes," said Dorothy Gohl of her magnificent garden.

A close encounter with wolves and fear

Tourists get into trouble when they treat wild animals like pets

Spirit Lake's Labor Day fun shifts to Sunday

Spirit Lake Labor Day fun on Sunday

Jury trials back on in North Idaho

Jury trials for the week of Sept. 7 will go on in North Idaho

NIE golf tourney Sept. 15

Benefits program for kids in classroom

Before you scan that QR code ...

First, what is a QR code?

Legals for September, 2 2021

Appeals court ruling nearly triggers Idaho abortion law

Backers of the Idaho law see the Texas case as a positive step.

Appeals court ruling nearly triggers Idaho abortion law

Effort underway to rescue girls soccer team from Afghanistan

Girls, ages 14-16, and families could be targeted by the Taliban

UN: Weather disasters soar in numbers, cost, but deaths fall

In the 1970s, the world averaged about 711 weather disasters a year, but from 2000 to 2009 that was up to 3,536 a year

Official reports progress in defending Lake Tahoe from fire

Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak urged residents to be prepared

Questioning a catchphrase: 'Pandemic of the unvaccinated'

'The pandemic clearly involves all people, not just the unvaccinated'

In Ida's aftermath, no quick relief in sight for Louisiana

Ida fifth most powerful storm to strike the U.S.