Ellington

Ukrainians plead for Mariupol rescue; Russian advance crawls

An estimated 100,000 civilians remain in the city

Vegas water intake now visible at drought-stricken Lake Mead

The surface level of another massive Colorado River reservoir, Lake Powell, dipped below a critical threshold in March

Experts: Lawmaker rape case illustrates survivors' trauma

Von Ehlinger, a former Republican state lawmaker, was found guilty of rape

Naomi Judd, of Grammy-winning duo The Judds, dies at 76

The Judds were to be inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame on Sunday

THE FRONT ROW WITH JASON ELLIOTT: Smiling while he skates — Wiles, who trains in Coeur d'Alene, wins national figure skating title

“When it’s just you in front of a bunch of new people, nerves happen,” Wiles said. “During my performance, I was singing ‘When You’re Smiling’ and my nerves weren’t showing. When you’ve got a smile on your face, it makes the whole thing more enjoyable. The crowd is more into it, and so are you on the ice.”

PREP TRACK AND FIELD: Area athletes soar in Rathdrum meet

Area schools will compete in the District 1 all-star meet on Thursday at Post Falls High.

PREP ROUNDUP: Lakeland earns split with Moscow, remains tied for first in 4A IEL

Senior Tanner Vandever had three hits and two runs scored, Cameron Harris struck out 11 in the nightcap for Lakeland, which bounced back from a loss in the opener to beat the Moscow Bears 10-9 to split a 4A Inland Empire League doubleheader at the Moscow School District Community Playfields on Friday.

Dancing in the dirt

City plants trees — and hope — in Arbor Day lessons with Ramsey students

Trees growing taller

Residents question recent county vote

Some residents say the Board of County Commissioners didn’t follow proper procedure during a recent hearing to consider a request to expand a planned unit development.

Fewer in N. Idaho testing for COVID

Could be reason for low case counts

Fewer testing for covid

Man charged with sex crime posts $1 million bail

A man accused of posing as a teen boy in order to solicit sexually explicit photos from minors has been released from jail on $1 million bail.

Beyond therapy to reclaiming joy

Caregiver receives national recognition

For Jon Ball his work with adults on the autism spectrum isn’t only about teaching tasks and skills, it is about helping his clients to “reclaim their joy,” Ball said.

Rotary shines a light on Post Falls

three solar crosswalks installed, fourth to come

Inspired by the growth of the city and concerns for the safety of local children, the Post Falls Rotary club has installed three solar crosswalks in Post Falls school zones and are currently planning for the fourth.

Susan K. Spreen, 81

Susan K. Spreen left us to be with her Lord in heaven December 23rd, 2021

The great civilization experiment

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Hayden Kite Festival moved to May 14

Hayden Kite Festival moved to May 14

ISP outlines response to broken-down bus

ISP responds to bus

Family Promise Fiesta is May 5

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo by supporting local families experiencing homelessness

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo by supporting local families experiencing homelessness

The Good, the Bad and the Ugly

I am writing about my volunteer experience as a voting member of the Optional Forms of Government Study Commission and how the simple act of agreeing to serve my community resulted in my leaving Kootenai County.

Flashing lights alert drivers to students at Seventh and Best

Some close calls at intersection

Safe crossing

Community invited to NIC literary magazine launch

Launch at noon on Tuesday

The community is invited to the launch of the 2022 edition of North Idaho College’s literary magazine.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

I was wondering why this Frisbee kept looking bigger and bigger.

Three vie for GOP secretary of state in debate

Two say Trump won 2020 election

Two of the three candidates running in the Idaho Republican primary election for secretary of state incorrectly said President Joe Biden did not win the 2020 election during a televised statewide debate Tuesday night.

David Bull, 79

David passed on to his next journey on Easter Sunday, April 17, 2022. David was born on March 31, 1943 in Morrison, IL.

Here's how to fix assessor dilemma

Are you as concerned about the credibility and professionalism of our current assessor as I am?

Dorothy “Dottie” A. Schoene, 58

Dorothy “Dottie” A. Schoene, 58, of Spokane, Washington passed away April 1st, 2022 in Puyallup, Washington. Dorothy was adopted by Mr. M. Dwane Reiss and Mrs. Dorothy A. Reiss, in Long Beach, California where the family lived till Dottie was 6 years old.

Legals for April, 30 2022

OPINION: The IPTV debates have disclosed the serious candidates

The Idaho Public Television debate among the three Republican candidates for attorney general produced some unsettling takeaways. For one, it appeared that Art Macomber and Raul Labrador were more intent on running against Gov. Brad Little than challenging incumbent Lawrence Wasden.

Ukraine cracks down on 'traitors' helping Russian troops

Offenders face up to 15 years in prison for collaborating with Russian forces

OPINION: Voters must say no to slate of dangerous extremists running in May 17 GOP Primary

Like most Idahoans, I grew up in a conservative family, deeply rooted in our faith and values.

Your dog's personality may have little to do with its breed

The researchers surveyed more than 18,000 dog owners

Former Idaho lawmaker found guilty of raping intern

Von Ehlinger's defense attorney Jon Cox told jurors the prosecution's case was made up of 'red herrings'

Redfin settles lawsuit alleging housing discrimination

The lawsuit alleged Redfin’s minimum home price policy violated the Fair Housing Act by discriminating against sellers and buyers of homes in communities of color

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Seahawks go the 'X' route with first pick

Pete Carroll still wants his teams to punch you in mouth, run up your chest, possess the football, and beat you with defense and a thuggish running game.

PREP ROUNDUP: Moehring, Gosch lead Cd'A to sweep

Abby Moehring went 7 for 7 on the day, and Delaney Gosch had five hits and drove in five runs as the host Coeur d'Alene Vikings swept the Moscow Bears 10-0 and 14-9 in Inland Empire League play at Larry Schwenke Field on Thursday.

Cd'A might end invocations

Concerns about the Lord and lawsuits cloud issue

Opening prayer might be done in CDA

ISP responds to broken-down bus

COEUR d’ALENE — A broken-down bus led to a large police presence Thursday afternoon.

Chasing tales of history, mystery, humanity

Author, journalist David Grann will deliver Distinguished Humanities Lecture on May 6

Best selling author, journalist David Grann will deliver Distinguished Humanities Lecture in Cd'A on May 6

Matt's Place to open second ALS home

Nonprofit sees strong growth, seeks volunteers

Every year 5,600 Americans are diagnosed with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, also known as Lou Gherig’s disease or ALS. Most families don’t realize the toll that battling the disease will take.

Breaking bad behavior

Library board wants to be 'crystal clear' with new policies on what's not OK

Library peace and quiet

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 Watch

Thomas “Tom" Hobson, 64

Thomas “Tom" Hobson passed away suddenly while on vacation in Mexico March 30, 2022.

Funds for the arts

Citizens' Council for the Arts, Inc. and Art on the Green donate to schools

Citizens' Council for the Arts, Inc. and Art on the Green donate to schools

Coeur d’Aleers to perform on May 10, 13

The Coeur d’Aleers are performing their annual Spring concert “A Walk Down Memory Lane” on May 10th at 2 p.m. and 13th at 7 p.m.

Weekend TV/Radio highlights

Television and radio highlights for upcoming weekend.

Amanda Rachele Perry, 22

Amanda Rachele Perry was born Feb. 14, 2000, in Spokane, Wash. She passed unexpectedly in her home of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, on Monday morning, April 25, 2022.

Doris Kutz

On Thursday, April 28, 2022, Doris Kutz, went home to be with the Lord.

NIC to present Spring Choral concert Tuesday

North Idaho College choirs will present a Spring Choral Concert at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday.

Songs of spring

Panhandle Symphony Orchestra spring concert is Tuesday evening

Panhandle Symphony Orchestra spring concert is Tuesday evening at Post Falls High School

SOUZA: Support of a sort

While I do appreciate Mary Souza’s column about the current KCRCC, I’m kind of thinking it was a bit of sour grapes.

CHRISTIANITY: Hell has rules

Following the Christian religion I truly believe, you cannot watch Veggietales in hell.

Fire commissioner works for free

Duncan isn't drawing pay or receiving benefits

A Northern Lakes Fire Commissioner reportedly hasn’t accepted the wages that come with his position.

HUCKLEBERRIES: Freedom Tree still stands tall

Fred McMurray appreciates the Freedom Tree more than anyone else in town.

Jean Kathryn Peterson, 76

On the morning of March 22, 2022, Jean Kathryn Peterson died peacefully in her sleep at the age of 76, at her daughter’s home in Hayden, Idaho.

FILLIOS: Good for all residents

I have known Bruce Mattare for a few years.

CYBERSECURITY: Our unlocked doors

In 2020, more than 330 million people were victims of cyber crimes, and this number will only continue to get bigger every year.

KOVACS: Fresh eyes an asset

Just look at bela4assessor.com to see that County Assessor, Bela Kovacs, wants to fix some things that are badly in need of repair…

Max Quartet performs tonight

Show at 7 p.m. in Post Falls

Show at 7 p.m. in Post Falls

NRA endorses CDA Rep. Amador

Amador seeking fourth term

SOUZA: A salute to courage

What a courageous thing to do, to write her side of the story published in last Sunday’s Press.

VACCINES: Support congressional funding

We are so close to global polio eradication.

Real people, real problems

Democratic Senate candidate Roth focuses on issues facing Idahoans

Democratic Senate candidate David Roth focuses on issues facing Idahoans

Today's Ghastly Groaner

What did the mime say to his audience?

Rules for thee and not for me

“Do as I say — not as I do” is alive and well within the Kootenai County Government.

Here comes your election information

Press publishing voters guide on Saturday.

Alison Nicole Carder, 43

Alison Nicole Carder was born March 31, 1979, in Santa Ana, Calif., to Craig and Deborah Carder who have proceeded her in death.

POLITICAL MESS: A common denominator

Last Wednesday’s editorial showed what a mess the state of Idaho is in.

NIC presents Mother's Day concert on May 8

North Idaho College’s annual outdoor concert is back with the Mother’s Day Concert in the Park at 2 p.m. Sunday, May 8 in the Coeur d’Alene City Park Band Shell. The concert is free and open to the public.

Legals for April, 29 2022

Ex-Idaho lawmaker accused of rape says sex was consensual

Earlier this week, jurors heard from investigators and a nurse who performed a rape exam

In NYC, ads for jobs will have to say what they pay

Colorado broke new ground with a 2019 law requiring a pay range in all job postings

US Army 'returns' cake to Italian woman for 90th birthday

The event marked the anniversary of the day the 88th Infantry Division fought its way into the city on April 28, 1945

Democrats face progressive test in Oregon governor's race

Kotek moved to the Beaver State in 1987

Opinion: Extreme incivility

As we approach the Primary Election, we are inundated by calls to embrace civility and reject extremism.

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Crowded at the top in wide-open 5A softball race

“Honestly, we’re doing the exact same thing we did last year — we developed a program, we’re using it, we knew they were progressing last year, we did well at the end, we knew we were going to be young, so we’re just continuing that to see if it works, and it’s working well, and we’re just going to keep going,” fourth-year Coeur d’Alene coach Bobbi Darretta said.

PREP ROUNDUP: Carrol shines for Lake City in IEL sweep of Post Falls

“Calvin had some really good approaches at the plate today, was seeing the ball really well and has been gradually getting better and better this season,” Lake City coach Paul Manzardo said. “He’s been doing a good job of letting the ball travel and using the entire field.”

AT COLLEGE: April 28, 2022

Updates on area athletes at the next level.

COLLEGE MEN'S BASKETBALL: Bolton declares for NBA Draft

After transferring to Gonzaga from Iowa State, Bolton made an immediate impact for the Zags. He started all 32 games this past season, leading the team with 64 made three-pointers on 139 attempts. He led the West Coast Conference shooting 46 percent from behind-the-arc. The Petersburg, Va., native, made 50 percent from three-point range during the conference play.

Judge denies NIC trustee lawsuit

Banducci, McKenzie sued to block appointment of new trustees

Banducci, McKenzie sued to block appointment of new trustees

Spirit Lake rejects ARPA money

Cites concerns about terms, conditions, lack of trust in federal government

Spirit Lake says no to $544,838

Presidential search committee picks semifinalists

NIC trustees also approve 2023 budget

NIC trustees also approve 2023 budget

CDA North getting $2.5M makeover

First renovations for downtown condo built in 1984

New look for CDA North

Northwest Notes: April 28, 2022

Washington State women's basketball coach Kamie Ethridge announced the signing of Cia Eklöf, a 5-10 guard from Helsinki, Finland. Eklöf is the fourth addition to WSU's 2022 signing class.

Osprey back in public eye

South camera replaced

Watch osprey live

Vine Church has new home

Church buys property

Lake Pend Oreille, Pend Oreille River creel surveys in Panhandle begin

The creel survey is designed to take a broader look at the Pend Oreille angling population

Emergency preparedness workshop canceled

Workshop will be rescheduled late May

The Disability Action Center Emergency Preparedness workshop for those with disabilities scheduled today has been canceled.

Handguns 101 skills course will be hosted at Farragut

The class is geared toward new or potential gun owners

Students participate in performance festival, honors recital

Students perform in North Idaho Music Teachers Association festival

'Meet the Candidates' viewing party is Saturday

League of Women Voters hosting community event at Lutheran Church of the Master

League of Women Voters invites community to watch candidate interviews Saturday

Bowling scores: April 28, 2022

Scores from area leagues.

Seedling sacking party

Volunteers, students prepare 4,000 trees for Arbor Day giveaway

Volunteers, students prepare 4,000 seedlings for Arbor Day giveaway

Early visitation numbers indicate another busy year for Glacier

Overall, the park has seen 60,175 visitors so far in 2022, second only to last year’s 71,752 through March

Should Tweets be fact or fiction?

Musk buying Twitter sets off tweetstorm of opinions.

'Own the Night' raises almost $50K for local nonprofits

Schweitzer shares proceeds from twilight skiing ticket sales

Facebook group to host Democratic U.S. Senate debate May 4 on Zoom

Democratic U.S. Senate candidates Ben Pursley of Boise and David Roth of Idaho Falls have agreed to a Zoom debate hosted by the Facebook group Idaho Women for Biden/Harris.

U.S. Sen. Risch endorses McGrane

Phil McGrane, Republican candidate for Secretary of State in Idaho, announced today the endorsement from U.S. Sen. Jim Risch for his candidacy to be Idaho’s next Secretary of State.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

Why did the blueberry go out with the fig?

Legals for April, 28 2022

Woman testifying in Idaho lawmaker's rape trial flees court

Von Ehlinger, 38, has pleaded not guilty

Crash kills 2 teenagers, injures 4 others including deputy

The Beaverton School District said the five people in the Nissan attended Southridge High School

Appeals court nixes $1.1 billion timber award against Oregon

Timber harvests have declined steeply in rural areas of the state in recent decades

Russia strikes back by cutting off gas to 2 NATO nations

The tactic could eventually force targeted nations to resort to gas rationing

One-fifth of reptiles worldwide face risk of extinction

Six of the world's species of sea turtles are threatened

Boeing posts $1.2 billion loss in Q1, worse than expected

Boeing offered some optimism for improvement

PREP ROUNDUP: Post Falls softball, Timberlake baseball sweep

Post Falls scored 10 runs in its first at-bat and went on to sweep the Lake City Timberwolves 15-0 and 18-7 in Inland Empire League softball play Tuesday.

Youth Sports April 27, 2022

Results, highlights from local youth teams, leagues.

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Harley See, Lakeland High School

Lakeland High softball player Harley See is this week's Knudtsen Chevrolet Press Athlete of the Week.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: The draft(s), ghost runners and other things

We were going to do a weekly notes and quotes column for today — a day prior to the NFL draft — and chat totally, ENTIRELY about things other than pro football. But of course …

We're not No. 1!

But WSJ/Realtor.com Spring 2022 Emerging Housing Markets Index keeps CDA in top 10

CDA market among nation's hottest

Seen but not heard

NIC interim president tells key leaders not to speak tonight

Faculty, staff and senate chairs, some trustees say they were not consulted

Hayden announces candidates for interim mayor

Five applied, but process still uncertain

Five people applied to be interim mayor of Hayden, but process could still face uncertainty amid council discord

Networking, connections and fun

Post Falls Community Business Fair attracts hundreds

Some came to network, some to share new business ventures and others, like 14-year-old Ryan Frailing, came because their moms brought them along.

Trade careers — more than a backup plan

KTEC partnerships match students to lucrative local positions

There’s never been a better time to pursue an education in the trades, and Kootenai Technical Education Campus has proven a fruitful source for providing new hires.

Inland Empire PGA results: April 27, 2022

Results from Monday's round at MeadowWood Golf Course in Liberty Lake.

Gary Warren Arrasmith, 76

Gary Warren Arrasmith died April 9, 2022, at Kootenai Medical Center in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. He was born on November 30, 1945, to Glen and Lois Jean Arrasmith in Long Beach, Calif.

David G. Svee, 61

Dave Svee passed away April 16, 2022, in Puyallup after an extended illness.

Robert (Bobby) William Andrew Simpson, 46

Robert (Bobby) William Andrew Simpson joined his Heavenly Father on the 20th of April, 2022, at the age of 46.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Perimenopause: Looking forward to your wise woman years

Menopause is defined as the complete cessation of menstrual cycles, with the average age of onset in the United States at 51.

Viola “Sue” Anderson, 78

Viola “Sue” Anderson, 78, of Post Falls, passed away peacefully April 15, 2022, with her family by her side after a battle with Pancreatic Cancer.

“Bob” Robert G. Fleming, 59

Bob Fleming (Robert), transitioned to heaven April 12, 2022.

Eric Donald Jerome, 52

Eric entered this world via c-section (or "popped out like toast," as he used to say) on February 26, 1970, to Eddie and Lolly Jerome.

INMATES: A story to inflame

The “California inmates study at 1st college based behind bars” story run on April 20 can’t be coincidental timing as the Biden regime announces its plans for student debt forgiveness.

INVOCATIONS: Time to go

Mr. Van Noy writes (April 23) that while people with religious beliefs different from his own might be welcome here, their “gods” and “spirit entities” are not.

Elton Dawson, 48

The world lost an incredible human when Elton Dawson left us April 21, 2022.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Crystals to help plants

Crystals can be planted in the soil near or under the plant roots, or they can be displayed on the soil surface next to the plant, specifically next to the plants that are wilting or seem to be low on energy.

Glenn Walter Land, 84

Glenn Walter Land was born March 7, 1938, and joined the Lord in heaven April 20, 2022.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — The fine art of really great winemaking

The time I spent working at Balletto Vineyards located in the Russian River Valley appellation of Sonoma County was invaluable.

Let's go fly a kite

Hayden Kite Festival is Saturday in Broadmoore Park

Hayden Kite Festival is at noon Saturday in Broadmoore Park

CHS students present Broadway musical

Four more shows starting tonight

Four more shows Wednesday through Saturday

LEFT: This is on you

After reading John Johnson’s letter regarding the enemy within our country, I felt the need to send a letter to the editor in support of Mr. Johnson’s view. He implied our enemy is the Left in our country.

BIDEN: Had enough yet?

Can America endure another 2 1/2 years of President Biden?

PARTIES: Crossover is fair game

Democrats think it is their right to register Republican so they can run, vote and interfere in the Republican Primary.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Preparing your child for spring sports

As spring begins, now is the perfect time to think about the spring sports season.

Exploring careers in education

State Department of Education career fair on May 4

State Department of Education career fair on May 4

Disability Action Center hosting emergency preparedness workshop

free emergency preparedness coaching for those with disabilities

The Disability Action Center is hosting an Emergency Preparedness workshop for people with disabilities, this Thursday from 1-3 p.m.

Trash can bring us together

Volunteers show how we can all clean up our act.

The stay-at-home dad: Extended egg hunt — now through forever!

I’m not here to tell the Easter bunny how to do their job.

GOP: A little advice

Dear Republican Party, There’s a simple solution for your problem.

COUNTY: Follow Fillios’s lead

Not yet officially announced, your new manager of Kootenai County’s government structure will be Mr. Brent Regan, head of the KCRCC.

Stomach-side up

Here's a disturbing thought.

James (Jim) W. Walton, 79

James (Jim) W. Walton, 79, passed away early April 5 at hospice house after falling at home on March 31 as he was getting into bed.

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 Watch

Filling void left by loss of givers

The view from Main Street this week ...

‘Better Call Saul’ feeds the classic savor-versus-binge conundrum

For those wanting to join the ride of AMC’s “Better Call Saul’s” final run, Netflix makes it all-too-easy to binge the previous five seasons.

Legals for April, 27 2022

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 127: Headlines from 4/23 thru 4/26

In this episode of the North Idaho Now Podcast, Chanse Watson and Molly Roberts take you through the latest news coming out of the Coeur d'Alene/Post Falls Press, the Bonner County Daily Bee, and the Shoshone News-Press from April 23-26.

Trial begins for former Idaho lawmaker accused of rape

Von Ehlinger’s attorney, John Cox, told jurors that the intern and his client had passionate consensual sexual contact

Can Musk deliver on his vision for Twitter? Questions remain

Musk received some effusive, if highly abstract, praise from an unexpected quarter — Twitter co-founder and former CEO Jack Dorsey

Russia pounds eastern Ukraine as West promises Kyiv new arms

Two months into the devastating war, Western arms have helped Ukraine stall Russia’s invasion

Protection plan for Canada lynx due by 2024 under legal deal

Lynx are elusive, forest-dwelling animals

Post Falls High senior slugger/catcher Alyssa Krause is TROUBLE on the softball field — but in a good way

Even with some teams pitching around Krause, and others intentionally walking her, she has totaled 12 home runs in 16 games this season for Post Falls (12-4, 9-3 Inland Empire League). And defensively, few teams try to run on her.

PREP ROUNDUP: St. Maries' Swallows, Asgaard medalists at Circling Raven tourney

Coeur d’Alene’s JV boys and girls swept team titles.

Candidates face off in virtual forum

Candidates in four contested county races squared off Monday night in a live Virtual Town Hall Forum.

37 NIC trustee applicants step up

Presidential search update on Wednesday

Board to meet, presidential search update on Wednesday

IDL sinks dock plan

Applicant has 30 days to appeal decision

dock a no-go

Love over roast beef

John Nicklas and Linda Noble-Hatterburg to wed after meeting at Lake City Center

Man, woman find love

Hoarding disorder: The basics

Psychological condition behind hoarding can be treated.

NIC GOLF: Swan medalist as Cardinal men finish second

“I was proud of the way James played this weekend, he continues to show he’s the best player in the conference,” NIC coach Russell Grove said. “Also proud of Xavier (De La Rosa) stepping up. We just need to find that solid fourth score to finish in the top 10 individually. Over the years every event we’ve had at least our four counting scores in the top 10 we’ve won.”

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 statistics

Chip Shots April 26, 2022

News, results from local leagues, tournaments.

Idaho Fraternal Order of Police endorses Amador

The Idaho Fraternal Order of Police is proud to Endorse Paul Amador for the Idaho House of Representatives, District 4.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

The young deer was fawned of his mother

Otters endorse Critchfield for schools job

Idaho’s 32nd Governor, Butch Otter, and former First Lady Lori Otter have formally endorsed Debbie Critchfield to be Idaho’s next Superintendent of Public Instruction.

Legals for April, 26 2022

Guardianship Vs. Power of Attorney: You Should Understand the Difference

In Idaho, there are generally two ways in which another person becomes the stand-in decision maker for you.

Important Considerations in Estate Planning for Women

No matter what level of wealth, or lack thereof, and no matter what your gender, marital status, or age, if you are an American over the age of 18, you should have at least basic estate planning in place.

PHD hosts National Prescription Drug Take Back Day event

The October 2021 Take Back Day resulted in the disposal of 2.3 tons (or 4,668 pounds) of medication in Idaho.

Op-Ed: Ybarra touts record of progress for education

State Superintendent Sherri Ybarra often reminds people that “I’m a teacher, not a politician.”

Opinion: Reclaim schools from the pros

It is not for any educator to determine what will be the Portrait of a Graduate.

Emergency declaration for multiple wildfires in New Mexico

Meanwhile in Arizona, some residents forced to evacuate due to a wildfire near Flagstaff were allowed to return home Sunday morning

Hunter Biden is prime target if Republicans win Congress

Republican lawmakers and staff have discussed analyzing specific messages

Egypt: Ruins of ancient temple for Zeus unearthed in Sinai

Waziri said the ruins were found between the Pelusium Fort and a memorial church at the site

Court won't revive ban on secret filming at slaughterhouses

Federal appeals courts considering similar laws in Iowa and Idaho had split over the issue

Beautification collaboration

Civic Engagement Alliance, volunteers participate in Trash Tag Challenge

Civic Engagement Alliance, volunteers participate in Trash Tag Challenge

Thunderstorms can spark asthma attacks

Local weather forecast: More rain, storms ahead

Growing skills beyond the farm

North Idaho's first Future Farmers of America chapter thriving at Lakeland Senior HS

One of North Idaho's Future Farmers of America chapter thriving at Lakeland Senior HS

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: It's just a game

Cheap seats for April 25.

Gonzaga associate head baseball coach Evans dies

Was primary recruiting coordinator, third base and infield coach.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

I just got fired from newspaper.

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 Watch

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Thomas on destiny, aliens and Vandal football, past and present

Joel Thomas rushed for school records of 3,929 yards and 51 touchdowns during his Idaho Vandals football career (1993-98), which lasted six seasons because of a redshirt year and a medical redshirt year.

Former Lake City QB Irvin throws game-winning TD pass in WSU spring game

Redshirt freshman quarterback Chris Irvin found a streaking Tsion Nunnally down the left sideline for a 50-yard touchdown on the final play as the Crimson team rallied for a 56-51 victory in the 2022 Crimson & Gray Game on Saturday at Gesa Field.

PREP BASEBALL: IML-leading Timberlake splits with Kellogg

Wyatt Kitchin went 2 for 4 with three RBIs and a run scored for the Timberlake Tigers in a 13-3 win over the Kellogg Wildcats in the first game of an Intermountain League doubleheader at Morehouse Field on Saturday.

PREP SOFTBALL: Watkins fans 35, allows one hit as St. Maries sweeps

The only hit Watkins allowed in 14 innings on the day came on a double to lead off the second game.

PREP ROUNDUP: Post Falls' Wood wins twice, Wild wins 100 at BK meet

Post Falls senior Sammie Wood added two more titles to her weekend at the Knight Invitational, winning in both the 1,600- and 800-meter run on Saturday at Bishop Kelly High.

Medical loophole: A question of client choice

Federal law allows physicians to refer to their own physical therapy clinics

Federal law allows physicians to refer to their own physical therapy clinics

Virtual forum featuring county candidates is Monday

Stream live on social media or join webinar to watch

See county candidates square off during online forums Monday

Coming to Towne

Towneplace Suites Hotel is under construction

Business bits for April 24

A Dashing return

Runners enjoy in person 40th annual Spring Dash that benefits United Way of North Idaho

Fun run attracts crowd

Two distinct groups, two clear paths

Republicans, decide which one makes the most sense to you.

AIRLINE CAPTAIN: We can reach higher

I was very pleased to read the Airline Captain’s Report in Tuesday’s Coeur d’Alene Press.

Lynn Inkley, 96

Lynn Inkley, 96, died peacefully on February 5, 2022, in Seattle, Washington.

AMADOR: Conservative, conscientious

On May 17, we have a clear choice for our state representative for House Seat 4B.

School and Senior Meals

School and Senior Meals: April 25-29

Tristan Efe Oglesbay, 13

Our Tristan was a brave fighter all his life. He faced many health challenges in his 13 years, yet he never let any of these define him or his life.

Neighborhood of the Week: Risk assessment for home-related gifts

Not everybody wants a candle.

Celebrating our health care heroes

Spring is in the air in Coeur d’Alene and that means that the tourist season is just around the corner.

COUNTY: Optional insights

Thank you Phil Ward for some insight into the KC optional forms of government study commission.

BAD NEWS: And rays of light

What we see and read in the news is mostly negative.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

What did the man do when he found his knick-knacks and books scattered on the floor?

PRAYER: Silence is golden

All this concern about which religion to pray at the beginning of each meeting might be resolved by observing a few minutes of silent prayer.

Milestone Announcements

See who's celebrating!

BULEY: Greatest story ever told

I just had to take a moment and send you a huge “thank you” and “well done” to Bill Buley for the well written article on the celebration of the Resurrection of the Lord Jesus.

McEUEN: Praise planners’ pavers

I would like to recognize a couple projects where the city planners have far exceeded my expectation.

Elmer Salo, 93

Elmer Salo; kind and caring husband, father and grandfather passed away on March 16, 2022, with family by his side at age 93.

Joan Marie Thorsness, 78

Joan Marie Thorsness, 78, of Coeur d'Alene, ID, passed away peacefully on 14 February 2022 after a short illness.

Julie Salo Latina, 64

Julie Salo Latina, beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister and nana, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 8, 2022.

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 Watch

The power of persistence

When Paulo Coelho's novel "The Alchemist" was first published in 1988, it went unnoticed.

Ukraine battered again; Zelenskyy says US officials to visit

A 3-month-old baby was among six people killed when Russia fired cruise missiles at the Black Sea port city of Odesa

Twitter bans ads that contradict science on climate change

Must support consensus

Bozeman providing services to unhoused where they are

In Bozeman, little neighborhoods like Ochoa’s of temporary housing in vehicles or other temporary shelters have sprung up

PREP SOFTBALL: Coeur d'Alene rallies, then sweeps Lake City

On Tuesday, Lake City plays host to Post Falls in an IEL doubleheader. Coeur d’Alene is next scheduled to play host to Moscow next Saturday in a league twinbill.

PREP BASEBALL: Coeur d'Alene, Lake City split

Alex Karns and Ryan Schneider led the way for Coeur d’Alene in the opener, and Camdyn Martindale answered for Lake City in the nightcap as the Vikings and Timberwolves split an Inland Empire League baseball doubleheader Friday at Coeur d’Alene High’s Ted Page Field.

PREP ROUNDUP: Vikings take seventh at Eileen Northcutt invite

Coeur d’Alene finished with a 272. Lake City was 13th with a 305 in the 21-team tournament.

THE FRONT ROW WITH JASON ELLIOTT: Newest Hawk coach ready for next step

SCHROEDER, 54, was named the Lakeland High football coach on April 13, replacing Tim Kiefer, who stepped down after 19 seasons in February.

The hoarder next door

CDA man lived in extreme hoard for decades without detection

Unbeknownst to neighbors, a 72-year-old man that will only be identified as “John,” was living in a hoard. For decades John lived quietly off Best Ave. in a central part of town, and no one knew the conditions inside his home.

Molehill out of a mountain

Excavated material from old Atlas Mill finally being hauled away

Mt. Hink disappearing

Local Dems stronger after attempted takeover

Local Dems gather ahead of primary

Helping those who help us

JW Memorial Foundation kickoff event is April 30 at fairgrounds

JW Memorial Foundation kickoff event is April 30 at fairgrounds

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 Watch

'22 Primary: State of the Idaho Democratic Party

Leaders sense momentum but struggle to recruit candidates

Leaders sense momentum but struggle to recruit candidates

Terri Pickens Manweiler: Ready to fight

Democratic candidate for lieutenant governor determined to win

Democratic candidate for lieutenant governor Terri Pickens Manweiler is determined to win

Donald “DJ” W. Johnson, 83

Donald “DJ” W. Johnson, 83, of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho passed away peacefully at home on April 11, 2022.

Ziply dealing with Rathdrum issues

Residents divided on fiber internet service

Residents divided on fiber internet service

Northwest Notes April 23, 2022

The Boise State football team’s road game at UTEP is moving to Friday, Sept. 23, athletic director Jeramiah Dickey announced Friday.

Donations

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Today's Ghastly Groaner

You know what they say about New York cheesecake?

Moving History Forward: Why name a Park McEuen? Part 1

The area near the Coeur d’Alene lakefront that is now known as McEuen Park has evolved greatly in the 135 years since the incorporation of the city in 1887.

Resistance to the Republican Central Committee begins at home

Unfortunately, the Kootenai County Republican Central Committee has a 10-year history of sliding away from conservativism and into immorality.

Sales tax ripoff … yes!

As an advocate of fair taxation in real estate assessed values for many years, I want to make very public an issue of unfair sales taxes levied by some local retailers.

Invocations and eternal questions

Pastor sees council prayers through different lens than Press.

Legals for April, 23 2022

Woman rescued after falling in toilet trying to get phone

She was washed down and 'strongly encouraged to seek medical attention'

MY TURN: Republican cancel culture exposed

Some small but powerful Republican groups across the state are demanding absolute loyalty to their choice of candidates for the upcoming Idaho primary.

Laying siege to Idaho education isn’t a home-grown war. It’s imported by conflict entrepreneurs

Wealthy out-of-state interest groups aim to destroy the credibility of public education and ultimately weaken and privatize our local schools

We have all witnessed the dysfunction, vitriol, and attacks on education in the Legislature, at local school board meetings, and even at one of our community colleges which has landed it on probation and left it without a functioning board of trustees.

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 126: Headlines from 4/20 thru 4/22

In this episode of the North Idaho Now Podcast, Chanse Watson and Molly Roberts take you through the latest news coming out of the Coeur d'Alene/Post Falls Press, the Bonner County Daily Bee, the Shoshone News-Press, and the the Bonners Ferry Herald from April 20-22.

Disney government dissolution bill signed by DeSantis

The move could have huge tax implications for Disney

California man gets life in prison in Montana deputy's death

The trial was delayed as prosecutors initially sought the death penalty against Lloyd Barrus before he was found unfit to stand trial

Praying football coach asking Supreme Court for his job back

Four conservative justices have already expressed concerns with how his case has been handled

Washington woman killed in I-90 crash

The incident remains under investigation by Idaho State Police

Come and get your free compost

Earth Day activities scheduled

Get your compost

Woman dies in crash

Eastbound vehicle go off I-90

OPINION: The attorney general debate should worry Gov. Brad Little

The Idaho Public Television debate among the three Republican candidates for attorney general produced some unsettling takeaways. For one, it appeared that Art Macomber and Raul Labrador were more intent on running against Gov. Brad Little than challenging incumbent Lawrence Wasden.

Ukraine: Russians shift elite units to the new battleground

Russian forces pummeled an estimated 2,000 Ukrainian fighters holed up inside the sprawling Azovstal plant

PREP SOFTBALL: See shines as Lakeland sweeps Sandpoint

Harley See went 6 for 9 with a homer, two triples and 10 RBIs as the visiting Lakeland Hawks swept the Sandpoint Bulldogs 17-9 and 19-6 in Inland Empire League softball Thursday at War Memorial Field.

Signing photos April 22, 2022

Local seniors sign letters of intent to continue their athletic careers in college.

PREP ROUNDUP: Lakeland puts it together in sweep of Sandpoint

Lakeland baseball sweeps; Coeur d'Alene boys take third at Palouse Ridge.

Grown with love

Lazy JM Ranch celebrates Earth Day, 50 years of ownership

Regenerative Lazy JM Ranch celebrates Earth Day and 50 years of ownership

Match made in housing

Homesharing program could be part of affordability solution

Homeshare could help each housing

Critic of ‘fake Republicans’ is running as Democrat

But man concludes that coexisting is possible

A man who decried a group of Republicans not affiliated with the local GOP as “fake Republicans” is running for a Democratic precinct captain position.

Tesh invites fellow star reachers

Nonprofit adopts 'efficient' fundraising strategy

Tesh Inc. clients and employees have always reached for the stars. Now they’re inviting the public to join them. With a new outlook and logo, CEO Marcee Hartzell said they are taking a fresh approach to fundraising also.

Walk for water on Sunday

CHS seniors hold walk to raise money for Thirst Project

CHS seniors hold walk to raise money for Thirst Project

Hypocrisy claims a 5-4 victory

RIP, democratic process in Kootenai County

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: My two-year plan to rebuild the Seahawks

The Seahawks are close. Two years and a quarterback away. No problem.

WASDEN: Returning some respect

When I was the Democratic candidate for governor in 2006, I took quite a liking to Lawrence Wasden, the Republican Attorney General, when we appeared at joint events.

Free veterans dinner Saturday

free dinner for vets

COVID-19 fading in North Idaho

PHD reports few new cases, Kootenai Health just one COVID patient

covid-19 almost gone in North Idaho

Rowland Dean Campbell, 90

Dean died April 19 2022 at his home in Post Falls, Idaho. He was born on December 19, 1931 to father, Dana Campbell and mother, Beatrice Ball.

Bruce Bryan Walker, 92

Bruce Bryan Walker, 92, of Rathdrum, Idaho died April 8, 2022, in Rathdrum.

Murder trial starts next week

Case involves woman shot in head while driving

A man accused of shooting his girlfriend in the head while she was driving, killing her, will stand trial Monday.

MESSAGES: Question the intent

In 1949, the Broadway musical South Pacific premiered and was an immediate success.

PRAYER: Welcome them all

Just about the time that I think Coeur d’Alene has reached the height of stupidity, someone comes along and proves me wrong.

GUNS: Safety in so many words

In was interesting reading the 1,300-plus word AP article on the frustration of “gun safety” advocates being able to have their promises fulfilled by the Democrat party, in Wednesday’s edition of the Coeur d’Alene Press.

FILLIOS: Support commissioner

It is with pleasure that I endorse Chris Fillios for re-election as our county commissioner.

ASSESSOR: Time to go

In response to the article regarding Assessor Bela Kovac’s remarks at the grange meeting on April 15, I would like to say once again Bela Kovacs is lying.

Growing in North Idaho: Early season greens

Are you yearning to start your vegetable garden?

NIC to host ‘Bring Your Own Beats’ jazz concert

North Idaho College will host the “Bring Your Own Beats” concert at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 26

DRESS: And a T-shirt tale

Several years ago, in my younger and less thoughtful days, I was given a T-shirt with a big fist on the front.

NIC gets LIT

College to host award-winning author today

North Idaho College will host award-winning author Lesley Nneka Arimah for a reading and conversation

Weekend TV/Radio highlights

Television and radio highlights for upcoming weekend.

LEADERS: Subjects of discontent

Increased funding of universities in spite of their defiance of the directive last year to eliminate all CRT agenda programs.

BALLOT: What not to do

Another woman after my own heart.

NIC to present ‘The World on a String’ concert

“The World on a String” at 7:30 p.m., on Thursday

Hayden student shines in UI play

Hannah Verdi received Musical Theatre Fellowship

Hayden person in UI play

NEW GROUP: Big tent tradition

I am a founding member of the North Idaho Republicans.

William E. Collins, 88

William E. Collins “Woody” passed away on April 6th at 7:58 pm at his home in the loving arms of his son James Collins.

KCRCC: Just make choices

I guess I am puzzled as to why there are so many letters to the editor regarding the Republican Central Committee endorsements.

Jesus would not approve of editorial

Remember the First Commandment.

SATERFIEL: Name your bias

I attended the Hayden City Council meeting Tuesday, April 12 and was surprised when in the discussion of how to select an interim mayor, council representative Saterfiel claimed that he could not get selected as mayor because of bias on the council.

HUCKLEBERRIES: No foolin': High rises here to stay

Some subscribers, as Elvis would say, were all shook up April 1 when they read about the 120-story skyscraper coming to Coeur d’Alene’s waterfront.

SLOGANS: Missing the Donald

Do we miss those Trump greatest hits and those catchy phrases?

Legals for April, 22 2022

ISP seek witnesses to possible pneumatic gun shooting

Idaho State Police reports that on April 21 at approximately 11:29 a.m., troopers responded to a a silver 2021 Toyota Prius that sustained rear passenger side window damage.

Fewest Americans collecting jobless aid since 1970

About 1.42 million Americans were collecting traditional unemployment benefits in the week of April 9

Putin claims victory in Mariupol despite steel-mill holdouts

Boychenko rejected any notion that Mariupol had fallen into Russian hands

US military OKs prototype mobile nuclear reactor in Idaho

The decision follows a two-volume, 600-page environmental impact statement

Energy-thirsty Bitcoin miners seek ways to dump fossil fuels

In the world of bitcoin mining, access to cheap and reliable electricity is everything

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Superstitions, relationships and more — longtime Lakeland girls basketball coach Seymour calls it a career

“This has been a collaborative effort in terms of what this program was, became, is,” Seymour said. “It wasn’t just one person sitting on the end of the bench, or blowing the whistle at practice. This was as much a vision on the part of Deana Lange as it was for anyone else on the coaching staff. She did a tremendous job in terms of getting kids to get their stuff in and be on time and do the work and be fundamentally sound … It’s me who is resigning, but the work that went into the program goes beyond that.”

PREP ROUNDUP: Swallows wins at Genesis Prep invite in playoff

Area prep golf, baseball and softball teams hit the playing field on Wednesday.

Rights fight goes on

Kootenai County task force presents nearly $34K in grants

Task force leads rights fight

The big tent is now open

New GOP group forms to offset extremism

Former state reps, sheriffs, community leaders form new Republican group

County to consider levy

Could provide funds to bolster sheriff's office, jail

County leaders will consider whether to let the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office ask voters for additional funding.

Don't shoot the messenger

Labor economist shares local and global forecast

Labor economist shares local and global forecast

Northwest Notes April 21, 2022

Notes on Coeur d'Alene High football and Gonzaga women's basketball

The art of the deal

Council approves app agreement, Gookin calls it a waste of money

City approves app to promote arts

Clark Fork Driftyard access site reopens

Thousands of willow trees have been planted to help reduce erosion

Arbor Day celebration April 29

Free tree seedlings will be given away

tree planting

Today's Ghastly Groaner

One man to another: “Excuse me sir, you have a banana in your ear!”

The Spokane River needs our support

We have a river that flows smoothly and quietly through our county.

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 Watch

Many hands make light work

Community garden in need of volunteers for cleanup Sunday

Community garden in need of volunteers for cleanup Sunday

City to help with spring cleaning

PF hosting free cleanup services

Post Falls residents will have a little help from the city with spring cleanup.

In pursuit of rare owls in Glacier National Park

According to Bate, biologists around Montana really began delving into the mystery of the state’s owl population in 2014

Bowling scores: April 21, 2022

Scores from area leagues

You've been capped

Cap Off competition snaps off at North Idaho College

There’s a new Master Capper in the house. North Idaho College chemistry and physics student William Auten took home the title for the 2022 Cap Off, speed-capping competition.

Legals for April, 21 2022

African wildlife, coasts suffer effects of flooding, drought

Multiple species, including Africa's famed “big-five” land animals and other terrestrial and marine life, are vulnerable to significant population loss

As shares plunge, Netflix takes aim at password sharing

The company's stock was down as much as 37% midday Wednesday

Biden set for first Pacific Northwest trip since election

Biden is set to spend Thursday night and Friday in Seattle

Idaho lawmakers intervene in lawsuit against abortion ban

The bill passed the House and Senate with veto-proof majorities

CHRISTINA FINNEY RELAYS: Post Falls wins for second straight year

“Overall, I thought there were some really good times all around today,” Post Falls coach Wade Quesnell said. “Given the weather and everything the teams have been through, it was a good day.”

Youth Sports April 20, 2022

Results from local sports teams, leagues.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: A guy we would pay to see — and we get in for free

I would pay to see Mariners rookie pitcher Matt Brash.

PREP ROUNDUP: Timberlake rallies late for split with Bonners Ferry

Ty Gallimore singled in a run, then scored on a sacrifice fly by Caden Robinett, capping a four-run rally in the final inning of the second game as the Timberlake Tigers edged the visiting Bonners Ferry Badgers 11-10 to earn a split of their Intermountain League doubleheader on Tuesday.

Northwest Notes April 20, 2022

Zags Strawther declares for NBA Draft

Invocation variation

While CDA hears minor controversy, other cities blessed with silence

While CDA handles minor controversy, other cities hear blessed silence

Woman pleads guilty to abusing infant

One half of a couple accused of grievously harming a 7-week-old infant has pleaded guilty to her role in the abuse.

Swan deaths 'unprecedented'

Die-off this year from contaminated soil more than triple years past

Swans dying at great numbers

You be the judge

All area voters will have a say in rare contested judicial race

Incumbent judge, prosecutor vie for seat

Action on high school alignment on May agenda

Cd’A School District Trustees to vote on decade long discussion

Cd’A School District Trustees to vote on decade long discussion

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Andrew Horn, Timberlake High

This week's Knudsten Chevrolet Athlete of the Week is Timberlake High senior Andrew Horn.

One simple way to avoid incompetence

Picking poor leaders is a virus that's spreading.

Eugene E. Green Jr. (Buddy), 61

Eugene E. Green Jr. (Buddy), 61 years of age, passed away Friday April 8, 2022, at his place of residency.

Judy Marie Doney, 73

Judy was born on January 13, 1949, in Coeur d’ Alene, Idaho, to Raymond Chambers and Maxine Huber.

NRA endorses Wasden for AG

The National Rifle Association (NRA-Political Victory Fund), America's foremost defender of the Constitution and Second Amendment rights, endorses Idaho Attorney General Lawrence Wasden, as its choice for the May 17 Republican primary.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Is breathing difficult?

Respiratory diseases can be frightening.

COMMISSIONER: Lost this vote

I read in The Press that Mister Bill Brooks calls his constituents who don’t want his government expansion push “punks.”

McGEACHIN: Should lead Idaho

Servants of progressive activists, BLM, Antifa and other anti-American groups, Christie Wood and Wood and Ken Howard survived the Recall, but it took the genius of Todd Banducci and Greg McKenzie to force their surrender.

Caroline Margaret Stolley, 87

Caroline Margaret Stolley (87) passed away on April 13, 2022 in Hayden Idaho.

Jody (DeLuca) Hissong, 79

Jody (DeLuca) Hissong was born February 11, 1943, in Hailey, Idaho, to Doug and Mary Allred.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — What happens at a wine dinner…

We just held one of our monthly winemaker dinners this past week.

New COVID testing site opens in Hayden

Location is first in Idaho for public health startup Curative

Curative chooses Hayden for first COVID-19 testing site in Idaho

Widmyer joins Team Amador

Three-term Republican Idaho State Representative Paul Amador announced today that former Coeur d’Alene Mayor Steve Widmyer has been appointed as Campaign Chairman for his Legislative District 4 re-election campaign.

Bardish buffoonery

I don't abide by insults and or cruelty.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Consider this before spinal surgery

It’s a position no one wants to be in. You have sharp, debilitating pain.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Sacred geometry

Sacred geometry is considered an ancient science that explores and explains the energy patterns that create and unify all things and reveals the precise way that the energy of creation organizes itself.

Don’t call it a comeback — Mount Rushmore of Nic Cage

At least once a year I’m compelled to honor the mantle of Nicolas Cage.

NIC hosts accessibility event

North Idaho College will host its third annual Pave the Way to Global Accessibility Awareness Day on April 20.

NIC: Understanding the crisis

I would like to respond to Chris Sullivan’s April 14 letter to the editor.

Jeannette Wraspir, 77

Jeannette Wraspir, loving mother and grandmother passed peacefully Tuesday, April 5, 2022.

Sweet Lou’s opens in Athol

It's third restaurant owned, operated by local family

Sweet Lou’s Restaurant and Tap House opened its doors today at the new location in the Athol Crossings Shopping Center where Highway 95 crosses Highway 54.

Scholarship program comes full circle

Back in the 1980s, the Kootenai County Junior Miss scholarship program was organized ...

The stay-at-home dad: A 4-year-old weighs in on long hair for boys

I want to talk about how my 4-year-old son thinks long hair is “for girls.”

COUNTY: ‘Hoodwink’ bid fails

Mr. Brooks, in response to your characterization of the citizens of Kootenai County who attended the meetings of the Study Commission as THUGS bemoans your credibility and understanding how our government works.

COUNTY: Frustration isn’t optional

I’m frustrated that the Optional Forms of Government Study commission has removed the opportunity for me to have a vote on the Kootenai County administrative structure!

KC Dems to host inaugural cornhole tournament Saturday

Kootenai County Democrats to host inaugural cornhole tournament Saturday

James LeRoi Baillie, 85

James LeRoi Baillie passed away Nov. 15, 2021, at his home in Dalton Gardens, Idaho, at 85 years of age.

HIGHWAYS: What a mess

To all the so-called educated folks who run the state highway department, the Lakes Highway District and the county highway system, I guess that’s why they carry their diplomas on their dashboard — so they can park in the handicap parking spot.

BIDEN: Buck stops there

The White House is trying to convince us that a) inflation and cost of gas is all due to “Putin Price Hikes” and; b) that the southern border is closed.

NEWS: How to keep up

North Idaho politics and the situation at NIC: These are important concerns in our community. Voters must inform themselves — and vote.

Legals for April, 20 2022

Op-Ed: And the winners are…

Carrie: After 81 days of political theater, the Idaho Legislature has adjourned for the year.

Judge enters not guilty plea for mom charged in kids' deaths

Chad Daybell pleaded not guilty to the charges months ago and is being held in the Fremont County Jail

Rare overhaul of powerful US nuclear test reactor completed

Experiments at the reactor help the U.S. Navy’s nuclear-powered war fleet stay at sea longer

'Not my life': An apartment block reflects the new Ukraine

The families live footsteps apart. They don’t know each other, but they recognize displaced people like themselves on sight

California gives rivers more room to flow to stem flood risk

The Dos Rios Ranch Preserve is California’s largest single floodplain restoration project

Fliers, subway riders shed masks: 'Feel free to burn them'

A video showed some passengers on a Delta Air Lines flight cheering and applauding as they took off their masks upon hearing an announcement that they were now optional

PREP GOLF: Nipp leads Coeur d'Alene boys to victory at Lake City invite

Coeur d'Alene's boys, and St. Maries' boys and girls were winners in area tournaments Monday.

PREP ROUNDUP: Coeur d'Alene softball team sweeps way into first place in IEL

With the sweep, the Vikings moved into first place in the league, and knocked Lewiston (8-5, 5-3) out of first place. Post Falls (10-4, 7-3) moved into second place. Lake City is 3-6, 3-3.

Mattare accused of 'doxxing'

Commissioner candidate posted photo of critic’s yard

Commissioner candidate posted photo of critic’s yard

Howard draws heat for comment

Some want him removed from NIC presidential search group

Trustee says comments misinterpreted

Atlas sales strong

'Huge demand' for waterfront development as first homes completed

Atlas Waterfront homes going fast

Kootenai Health receives Sigma Nursing’s 2022 Healthy Work Environment Award

Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing (Sigma) has announced Kootenai Health as the clinical honoree for the 2022 Healthy Work Environment Award.

Hanging out

Windows clean

Northwest Notes April 19, 2022

Coaching news from Whitworth, Boise State.

Never mind IQ. What’s your AQ?

Ultimately, the goal is being well-rounded.

Chip Shots April 19, 2022

News, results from local leagues, tournaments.

THE VETERANS' PRESS: Attention veterans and family members

If you want to file a claim but need some time or additional information you can file an “Intent to file.”

Cd'A Council to hear about 'Dark Skies'

'Dark Skies' at council meeting

THE VETERANS' PRESS: Explore a VA pension

Did you know VA’s Veterans Pension program provides monthly payments to wartime Veterans over the age of 65 with a limited income and net worth?

THE VETERANS' PRESS: List of Idaho veteran benefits

Idaho Veteran Housing Benefits: There are three state veterans homes in Idaho: Boise, Lewiston, and Pocatello.

THE VETERANS' PRESS: Survivor benefits for family members

If you’re the surviving spouse, child, or parent of a service member or veteran who died from a service-related injury or illness, you may be eligible for VA Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC).

THE VETERANS' PRESS: Listen more, talk less

Effective communication starts with good listening.

THE VETERANS' PRESS: An airline captain's report

"The American flag does not fly because the wind moves past it… The American flag flies from the last breath of each military member who has died serving it."

Kempthorne endorses Bedke for Idaho lieutenant governor

Gov. Dirk Kempthorne, who led the charge on many accomplishments in Idaho, announced his endorsement of Speaker Scott Bedke to be Idaho’s next Lieutenant Governor.

Patrick Robert Montandon, 69

Patrick Robert Montandon, 69, passed away February 17, 2022 in California.

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: Standing up for a Stand Down

According to Merriam-Webster, the definition of “stand-down” is a relaxation of status…or force from an alert or operational posture.

Suspicious package prompts road closures, evacuations

Deputies using a robot determined the package was not a danger

Legals for April, 19 2022

Opinion: It is time for the 25th

It is time, past time really, for those in power to stop evading their solemn duty to our nation.

Russia hits Lviv, prepares for assault in eastern Ukraine

Russia has strongly complained about the increasing flow of Western weapons to Ukraine

Idaho governor declines debates ahead of Republican primary

First time in more than three decades that a sitting governor seeking reelection has declined to participate

Emergency responders making house calls to reduce 911 calls

The state received federal funding to help set up a training program at Missoula College

Op-Ed: Skipping debates is the new fashion trend

Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson appeared to be getting himself into hot water with his recent refusal to debate his opponent, Idaho Falls attorney Bryan Smith, on Idaho Public Television.

Cd'A zeroes in on high school disparity

For years, 'equity issue' has separated CHS, LCHS

For years, 'equity issue' has separated CHS, LCHS

Down but far from out

Ballard Golf and Power showroom remains open after shop fire

Ballard Golf and Power continues business in showroom after fire consumes shop across the street

Weather rollercoaster a hair-raiser

Who knew April had so much snow in store?

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: What's the plan Seattle?

Cheap Seats for April 18.

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 Watch

Construction ramps up on U.S. 95 near Sandpoint

An open house on the project set for April 21

Today's Ghastly Groaner

Why do accountants have great abs?

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Duane Ward's best move: Staying put in Sandpoint

“During my 12 years of school, my family and I moved 13 times,” Ward said. “And so I decided I’d had enough moving, and I wasn’t going to move any more.”

59th North Idaho Sports Banquet: Area's top high school, college athletes, teams, coaches honored

Gunner Giulio of Coeur d’Alene and Titus Yearout of Lapwai won Male High School Athlete of the Year honors, and Skylar Burke of Coeur d’Alene, Addie Kiefer of Lakeland, Camden Barger of Grangeville and Lindi Kessinger of Orofino won Female High School Athlete of the Year honors at the 59th North Idaho Sports Banquet on Saturday night at The Coeur d’Alene Resort.

PREP BASEBALL: Trojans rally past Bulldogs to finish off sweep

Timberlake, Kellogg also sweep in Saturday games

PREP SOFTBALL: Eight homers, near-perfecto propel Post Falls to sweep of Sandpoint

The Post Falls Trojans went deep four times in the span of five batters in the second inning of the opener — including back-to-back-to-back homers — and went on to sweep the Sandpoint Bulldogs 12-2 and 18-1 in Inland Empire League softball Saturday.

PREP ROUNDUP: Trojans' Wood, Peters go 1-2 in 3,200, Sandpoint's Lee wins at Pasco

Post Falls senior Sammie Wood and junior Annastasia Peters were the top two finishers in the 3,200-meter run at the Pasco Invitational on Saturday at Edgar Brown Stadium. Sandpoint junior Rusty Lee won the 110 hurdles in 14.76 and was third in the 300 hurdles (41.22).

Sign of the cross

Churches prepared for Easter Sunday crowds

Easter Sunday is here

City opens invocations to all

Ministerial Association worries prayers could go to a false god

CDA changes invocation scheduling

Out of hibernation

Bear Cave men's store now open

Business bits for April 17

Volunteers invited to 'Trash Tag Challenge' cleanup

Volunteers will be provided safety vests, trash bags, zip ties, and plastic gloves

Malvagio's Restaurant named Idaho Small Business of the Month

Sen. Risch honors owners, who help Ukrainians

Sen. Risch honors Cd'A pizza place

What we need is a bigger church

All faiths should be represented in public venue.

John Robert (Jack) Yuditsky, 87

John Robert (Jack) Yuditsky of Coeur d Alene, age 87, beloved husband, father, brother and friend, passed away peacefully at home on April 7, 2022.

Peggy Lee Neff, 76

Peggy Lee Neff passed away peacefully surrounded by family on April 13, 2022, in her home of 47 years in Athol, Idaho.

Michael J. Simmons, 83

Michael J. Simmons of Hauser, Idaho passed away on April 11, 2022.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

How does the Easter Bunny keep his hair looking good?

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 Watch

WOOD: Behavior unbecoming

As an outsider, I was flabbergasted at Christie Wood’s intolerance toward a member of our community at the City Council meeting on April 5.

VETERANS: A rousing homecoming

In April ’65 at Ft. Benning, Ga., a group of young men graduated from Officers’ Candidate School (OCS).

Turkeys & More hatches new nonprofit

The mission of Turkeys & More continues to be serving vulnerable families, primarily at Thanksgiving.

When small businesses need loans in economically difficult times

The current inflationary environment in the U.S. economy can put significant pressure on small business finances making continued business operations more difficult without additional capital from some type of lending source.

COUNTY: Ignore special interests

It is my understanding that until the Board of County Commissioners takes a vote to decide what to put on the November ballot regarding the form of government for Kootenai County, nothing is firm on just what changes, if any, there will be to the county government.

School and Senior Meals

School and Senior Meals: April 18-22

Our Gem: Does flushing your toilet protect our lake?

Does flushing your toilet protect our lake?

The immense power of knowledge

A giant ship's engine failed, and the vessel's owners consulted one expert after another, but none of them could fix it.

Jody (DeLuca) Hissong, 79

Jody (DeLuca) Hissong was born on February 11, 1943 in Hailey, Idaho to Doug and Mary Allred.

ENDORSEMENTS: A not-to-do list

I have seen the Kootenai County Republican Central Committees (KCRCC) primary sample ballot in the Coeur d’Alene Press.

Neighborhood of the Week: North Place in your face!

One could argue that Neighborhood of the Week favors the real estate activity in Post Falls more than other locations.

COUNTY: Transparency issue arises

In the April 14 article, “Optional Forms struggle looks dead,” Bill Brooks was quoted calling citizen attendees of the commission study “thugs.”

My Garden Path: Happy Easter to one and all

Happy Easter everyone! At last, we can truly say that spring is here.

THE FRONT ROW WITH JASON ELLIOTT: Can these kids catch a break?

For most spring sports athletes, they've been through enough challenges just to compete in the last two years.

Snow wipes out Friday local sports slate

An early morning snowstorm wiped out the prep and college schedule around the area on Friday.

Northwest Notes April 16, 2022

IHSAA announces Hall of Fame Class of 2022

Candidates go toe to toe

Primary hopefuls sound off during non-partisan Friday night forum

Primary hopefuls sound off during non-partisan Friday night forum at Mica Flats Grange

Crime spree suspect ruled unfit to stand trial

A judge ruled Thursday that a man who allegedly tried to escape the county jail earlier this month is unfit to stand trial.

Snow Surprise

Mid-April Storm dumps nearly 8 inches on CDA

No fooling,

Hayden starts work on first roundabout

Honeysuckle Avenue, Fourth Street intersection will close April 25

Honeysuckle Avenue, Fourth Street intersection site of Hayden's first roundabout

Man charged with distributing child porn

A man accused of posing as a teen boy in order to solicit sexually explicit photos from minors is being held on $1 million bail.

Public safety open house is April 23

Meet local heroes during a public safety open house April 23

COVID-19 keeps retreating in North Idaho

But new cases rising nationally

Coronavirus continues decline locally

Rita Cecilia Van Horn, 69

Rita Cecilia Eckels was born in Evansville, Indiana, on July 24, 1952, to her parents Calvin W. Eckels Sr. and Maryellen Eckels, both deceased.

Tribute to Romer Brown

My Turn: Tribute to Romer Brown

Dale R. Woodard, 99

Dale R. Woodard, 99, passed away on February 17, 2022.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

If Earth was flat

'We the People' is all the people

Sitting on a government advisory committee for nearly one year has been an eye opener.

Nonpartisan Doctors of Cd'A announces endorsements

Local physicians select candidates with input from health care leaders

Brenda Irene Leonard, 61

Brenda Irene Leonard age 61, passed away March 13, 2022, at her home in Spokane.

Donations

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Legals for April, 16 2022

How Can Pay on Death (“POD”) Accounts Impact Your Estate Plan?

Pay on Death (“POD”) Accounts can be a useful tool in estate planning, but they can also create unintended problems.

Analysis: Elections have consequences, and NIC is facing them

A fractured and feuding elected board of trustees has left North Idaho College in crisis.

April 18 Lt. Governor debate canceled

Priscilla Giddings won't participate, says panel reporters will be biased

Montana marijuana sales total $73M so far this year

To date, recreational cannabis sales have totaled more than $43.5 million, setting Montana on track to reach $174 million by the of the year

States scale back food stamp benefits even as prices soar

But the extra benefits also help out families in need at a time of skyrocketing prices for food

Lawsuit over Idaho transgender athlete ban likely to proceed

A federal judge temporarily stopped the law from taking effect while the lawsuit is decided

Op-Ed: Let’s take Idaho’s broadband seriously

People are moving to Idaho in record numbers, and I don’t blame them.

Little won't debate GOP challengers

Little campaign statement said his record is "non-debatable"

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Umps making J-Rod pay his dues

The Mariners are going to be just fine.

PREP ROUNDUP: Timberlake breaks through late to top St. Maries

Taylor Bentley’s two-run single in the bottom of the sixth inning snapped a 2-all tie, and Logan Walsh followed with a three-run home run as the Timberlake Tigers beat the St. Maries Lumberjacks 7-4 in a nonleague softball game Thursday.

Jail staff getting a raise

Bump of $2.06/hour effective next pay period

County commissioners voted unanimously Thursday to approve a raise for detention deputies at the county jail.

Wanted: Hayden mayor

City remains at impasse, will continue process discussion April 26

Applications for interim mayor accepted through 5 p.m. April 25; exact process remains undecided

Fired up at the fairgrounds

KCFR breaks ground on new station funded by bond approved last year

KCFR breaks ground on new station

Cd'A Symphony hires new music director

New conductor ready to welcome audiences back to live music-making

Cold wave setting shiver records

February weather in April, says climatologist

Northwest Notes April 15, 2022

EWU women's basketball adds two more signees

Andre Feriante to perform April 22

Performance at the Jacklin Arts and Cultural Center in Post Falls

Performance at the Jacklin Arts and Cultural Center in Post Falls

Weekend TV/Radio highlights

Television and radio highlights for upcoming weekend

Ukrainian fundraiser concert on Saturday

The Music Conservatory of Coeur d'Alene is holding a concert to support the people of Ukraine on Saturday.

EVENT: Message goes too far

In case you didn’t catch it. In the most recent issue of “The People’s Pen” Volume 1, Issue 4.

Ukraine's port of Mariupol holding out against all odds

Mariupol has been a key objective for Russia since the start of the Feb. 24 invasion

Today's Ghastly Groaner

What did the lawyer name his daughter?

LEFT: Innocence lost

For the “left” nothing is sacred. Get those children right out from the womb, no such thing as boy or girl, give them another choice of what sex they are.

CIVILITY: Matter of respect

I’m amused by people who write letters like the one from Sarah Swanby, April 10, puzzling over “lack of civil discourse.”

Professional Firefighters of Idaho endorse Bedke

The Professional Firefighters of Idaho (PFFI) have announced a full endorsement of Scott Bedke’s campaign to become the next conservative Lieutenant Governor of Idaho.

Mary Evelyn Higgs, 85

Mary Evelyn “Lyn” Higgs was born October 6th, 1936 in Nassawadox, Virginia to Robert and Abbie Gadsby. Jim, her much adored little brother, joined the family 6 years later.

NIC students show their tech skills

Students advance to national SkillsUSA Championships

Post Falls students perform 'Into the Woods Jr.'

Play opens today

'Into the Woods Jr.' opens at Post Falls High School

See students dazzle

NIC student art exhibit open through May 13

North Idaho College student art exhibit is open at the Corner Gallery for viewing through May 13.

New private school opens enrollment

Small private school in Worley to hold classes outdoors

Small private school in Worley to hold classes outdoors

Spring cleanup at the Music Conservatory

Volunteers needed April 23 to help plant, clean, landscape

Volunteers needed April 23 to help plant, clean, landscape

Dave Barry and Barry Goldwater aren't wrong

A little humor to ease tax pains.

PEOPLE’S PEN: One more ‘p’ word

Anyone else receive a copy of the Goebbels Gazette in their mailbox?

HOUSING: Laughing to tears

It is important to have a good laugh once a day and the ecstatic person who announced that workforce housing will be built at $400,000 per unit and isn’t that wonderful, provided my day’s laugh.

PROBLEMS: Blame loose borders

I’m a Wisconsinite living in Montana and come to the Athol area quite regularly; I do a lot of shopping in the Hayden, Coeur d’Alene and Spokane areas.

John Robert (Jack) Yuditsky, 87

John Robert (Jack) Yuditsky of Coeur d Alene, age 87, beloved husband, father, brother and friend, passed away peacefully at home on April 7, 2022.

Big building was no April fool 35 years ago

The news of April 15, 1987, rocked Coeur d’Alene.

Something so good it's 'ROTTEN'

Aspire Community Theater to perform 'Something Rotten' at Kroc Center April 22

Aspire Community Theater to perform at the Kroc Center theater

'Mamma Mia!' tickets on sale now

Private cruise, perks planned for theater’s Producer’s Club donors

Private cruise, perks planned for theater’s Producer’s Club donors

Legals for April, 15 2022

Crash into South Fork yields DUI arrest

Juvenile treated for non-life threatening injuries

Russian warship badly damaged after Ukrainians claim strike

The ship can carry 16 long-range cruise missiles, and its removal from combat would greatly reduce Russia’s firepower in the Black Sea

Abortion ban after 15 weeks signed into law in Florida

The law DeSantis signed Thursday deals a significant blow to overall abortion access in the South

Closures due to blizzard remain in effect in North Dakota

The state has activated its Emergency Operations Center

Opinion: Invertebrate west

At what point did we give up our backbones?

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Shot clock good ... and the earth is round, too!

SOME HAVE felt that the IHSAA is a cave-dwelling family of sorts. “Earth is flat. Go too far … fall off edge.” But in reality, if a group comes up with an idea for change, the IHSAA will listen.

PREP ROUNDUP: Timberlake baseball takes a pair of one-run chillers

Intermountain League baseball and softball play begins on a chilly day in Spirit Lake, Bonners Ferry on Wednesday.

Northwest Notes: April 14, 2022

News on Washington State men's basketball, Eastern Washington athletics, and more.

Bowling scores: April 14, 2022

Scores from area leagues

Optional Forms struggle looks dead

Matter likely won’t go to voters

Matter likely won’t go to voters

Employees criticize county assessor

County staff make vote of no confidence

Search continues for NIC’s next president

Application deadline is Monday

Application window closing Monday

Making connections

Chamber's business fair introduces potential customers to local businesses

Biz Fair is great

AT COLLEGE: April 14, 2022

Updates on area athletes at the next level

Officials: Election process secure

But some residents say potential to cheat the system is there

Election integrity is good, say officials

Today's Ghastly Groaner

What do bees wear when it's raining?

Fish and Game dispatches five wild elk that entered a domestic elk farm

Each wild elk will be tested for chronic wasting disease, and if found negative, the meat will be donated to a local food bank

Osterhase, Eostre or pysanky – it’s still Easter

Easter traditions date back longer than you might think.

Community Passover Seder returns to North Idaho

Celebrate Jewish traditions Friday night at VFW Post 3603 in Post Falls

Experience Passover with visiting rabbis, community members Friday evening

The art of intelligence gathering

News reports let us follow the war in Ukraine, showing movements of military vehicles and troops on both sides.

Christopher (Chris) Pedersen, 51

Christopher (Chris) Pedersen, 51, died at his residence April 9, 2022, in Post Falls, Idaho.

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 Watch

Press should not promote discord

I don't have a dog in the fight in the on-going saga at NIC, specifically related to the NIC Board of Trustees.

Drop off returns at Tax Commission office

Taxes due Monday

'A complete loss'

Tuesday night fire in Hayden causes $2.5M in damages for building alone

Tuesday night fire at Ballard Golf Cars and Power Sports in Hayden cost $2.5M in damages for building alone

Groundbreaking for new KCFR station today in Cd'A

Station being constructed at Kootenai County Fairgrounds

Life on the Island

Bighorn sheep a cool sight on Wild Horse Island

The wildlife on the island can often be hidden

$18M Highway 3 project to begin soon

Bridge work underway in CDA

Highway 3 to be improved

Man hospitalized after shooting in Rathdrum

Police say firearm was negligently discharged

Man hospitalized after firearm negligently discharged in Rathdrum

Mental health tour making Rathdrum stop

The tour will be in Rathdrum on April 18 at Rathdrum City Hall

Jeffrey Raymond Lee, 60

Jeffrey Raymond Lee, 60, of Post Falls, Idaho, passed away March 23, 2022.

Be Beary careful

Top 10 tips for Idaho spring black bear hunting

Season opens April 15 in many units, and some backcountry units opened April 1

Legals for April, 14 2022

Catholic church can't intervene in Idaho abortion lawsuit

Planned Parenthood of Great Northwest, Hawaii, Alaska, Indiana and Kentucky sued over the law

Polish, Baltic presidents visit Ukraine in show of support

U.S. President Joe Biden on Tuesday called Russia's actions in Ukraine “a genocide”

Man arrested in Brooklyn subway attack, charged with terror

Frank R. James, 62, was taken into custody about 30 hours after the carnage on a crowded rush-hour train

California plan aims to triple sale of electric cars by 2026

About 11% of all new passenger car sales nationally happen in California

OPINION: Running the state’s largest law firm takes a proven, courageous leader

Raul Labrador recently expressed some crankiness toward me for questioning his understanding of what the Idaho Attorney General’s job duties are. Based on what he says, you would think that the AG just devotes his time to helping extremist lawmakers draft their legislation and signing onto legal briefs written by AGs of other states.

PREP SOFTBALL: Post Falls, Coeur d'Alene split

On Saturday, Post Falls plays host to Sandpoint, and Coeur d’Alene is home against Moscow, both in IEL doubleheaders.

PREP BASEBALL: Karns delivers game winner as Cd'A sweeps

Both teams hit the road on Saturday as Coeur d’Alene (9-3, 4-2) visits Moscow and Post Falls (5-5, 3-3) and Post Falls (5-5, 3-3) visits Sandpoint.

Youth Sports April 13, 2022

Scores, highlights from local youth teams, leagues.

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Taci Watkins, St. Maries High School

St. Maries High junior softball pitcher Taci Watkins is this week's Knudtsen Chevrolet Press Athlete of the Week.

PREP ROUNDUP: Coeur d'Alene doubles down, beats Post Falls

The Coeur d’Alene boys doubles teams of Jake Whiting and Alexander Nipp and Charlie Pinto and Jonathan Perkins won in straight sets, helping the Vikings beat the Trojans 8-4 at Coeur d’Alene High.

Wanted: NIC trustee applicants

Applications accepted until 4 p.m. April 25

Applications accepted until 4 p.m. April 25

Optional Forms group rescinds recommendation

Study commission recommends no changes to county’s administrative structure

'Celebrating education'

Tribe surprises students with additional $52,000 in scholarships

Top scholars honored

Fire engulfs commercial building in Hayden

No injuries reported

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Seahawks' latest saga: What to do with DK?

Speaking of DK … We were, you’ll recall, since there is a loud, persistent buzz going on about the Seahawks’ star receiver.

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 Watch

NIC SOFTBALL: Cardinals sweep Spokane

NIC hosts Big Bend in a doubleheader at Memorial Field on Friday at 2 p.m.

Officials' silence a disservice to all

Encourage your elected officials to answer hard questions.

Welcoming a wet, cold spring

Water outlook not great, but North Idaho should be fine, hydrologist says

Water supply outlook here is good

Main Street: The bad, good and great news about litter

The bad news ... the litter on I-90 between Coeur d’Alene and the Washington state line is as much of an eyesore as ever.

Shirley C Moretz, 94

On April 7, 2022, Shirley C Moretz passed away peacefully in her sleep

Bonnie Jean (McCallum) Masteller, 94

Bonnie Jean McCallum Masteller was taken to heaven March 29, 2022.

Growing green

Hayden Meadows Elementary students keep greenhouse thriving

Hayden Meadows Elementary students keep greenhouse thriving

Veterans stand down May 7 at NIC

Stand down for veterans

Marilyn K Dobbins, 64

Marilyn was born in Tucson, Arizona on April 18, 1957 to Walter K White and Virginia R White.

John Robert (Jack) Yuditsky, 87

John Robert (Jack) Yuditsky of Coeur d Alene, age 87, beloved husband, father, brother and friend, passed away peacefully at home on April 7, 2022.

Bryan Martin, 67

The family invites you to join them for a Celebration of Life for Bryan Martin.

Randall Maynard Gott (“Randy”), 75

Randall Maynard Gott (“Randy”) passed away at Kootenai Medical Center in Coeur D’Alene, Idaho on August 23, 2021.

Museum of North Idaho honored

Will receive $10K; ceremony set for May 5

Museum of North Idaho to receive $10,000

Tammi Laree Hite, 14

The most inspirational, strongest people in life often come in small packages.

Putting a little green in it

It's the most wonderful time of year. Again.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Does smoking affect healing?

There aren’t many things more crucial than the air we breathe.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Tarot vs. Oracle

If you are looking to get a deck and are wondering what kind of deck you want, knowing the difference between a tarot deck and an oracle cards might be very helpful.

FEDS: Run it like Idaho

Governor Brad Little said recently, “In Idaho, we run state government like a responsible family runs its household budget. In the good years, you plan for the bad years. You live within your means and save for a rainy day and pay down debt as quickly as you can.”

BILL: Are you serious?

Recently, President Biden signed a much needed bill, which states that from that moment on, it will be illegal to lynch anyone.

The stay-at-home dad: Toddler tales of the tape

While raising kids in the smartphone era comes with a heap of complications, I don’t know where I would be without my digital collection of video memories.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — The Thyroid: Tiny, but mighty!

The thyroid is a small butterfly-shaped gland resting in the front of the throat with a powerful effect on nearly every system in your body.

Movie relics in different ways — ‘Old Knives’ and ‘The Bubble’

With theaters populated more and more with superhero flicks and sequels, a big chunk of movies once targeted to adults now (mostly) find homes on streaming.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — New for spring

The spring release of wines is upon us and coupled with wines we have found to replace those with interrupted supplies we figured it was a good time for a recommendation column.

Audrey Loretta (McCabe) Thayer, 95

Audrey Loretta (McCabe) Thayer was born on June 28, 1926 and passed away peacefully in her home on April 2, 2022.

Kootenai Health again earns Gallup accolades

Hospital recognized for being exceptional place to work

Kootenai Health has earned the 2022 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award

APRIL 1: Reason to smile

We loved your prank! Thank you for giving us and our friends a great laugh.

CAMPAIGN: Signs of distrust

Kudos for Devin Weeks story in the Coeur d’Alene Press calling out the illegal placement of campaign signs in our public right of ways.

C1 My Turn - LCHS: Best model for academic success

Community Members, Board of Trustees, My name is Cayden Stone and I am the ASB (Associated Student Body) President at Lake City High School.

PRIMARY: One ticket for all

Example 1: Republican is running as a Democrat. Example 2: Democrats are encouraged to register as Republicans or RINOs.

ADDIS: A real Republican

I am endorsing Jim Addis for House seat 4A. I have known Jim and his family for more than 10 years.

ITD: Quick response appreciated

Recently, a family member from out of the area was traveling north on Highway 41 just out of Post Falls and came to the construction area.

Sparks fly at Hayden City Council meeting

Applications for interim mayor accepted now through April 25

Applications for interim mayor will be accepted through April 25

REILLY: The f-bomb candidate

On Dec. 16, 2021, I attended the Post Falls Library Board meeting where speakers were welcome to address censorship of books in our public libraries.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

The most awesome time on the clock is 6:30.

Legals for April, 13 2022

Catholic church asks to intervene in Idaho abortion lawsuit

The bishop of the diocese, Bishop Peter Christensen, wrote in a legal filing that the church helped get the abortion ban through the Legislature

Deaf, blind and loved

Cristene Justus and Double J Dog Ranch provide sanctuary, find homes, for special-needs dogs

Give a dog a home

Gunman opens fire on Brooklyn subway; at least 10 shot

Sewell added that the attack was not being investigated as terrorism

Putin vows to press invasion until Russia's goals are met

Russia invaded on Feb. 24, with the goal, according to Western officials, of taking Kyiv, toppling the government and installing a Moscow-friendly regime

Idaho judge: Mom accused in kids' killings now fit for trial

Lori Daybell is also charged in Arizona with conspiring to kill her former estranged husband

Oklahoma governor signs bill to make abortion illegal

Anyone convicted of performing an abortion would face up to 10 years in prison and a $100,000 fine

WA ferry system experiencing unprecedented staff shortage

Delays and cancellations have been typical during the pandemic

NIC GOLF: Vassar wins for Cardinals at league tourney

Tyler Vassar of North Idaho College shot a 5-under-par 135 for 36 holes to win medalist honors. NIC finished second by one stroke behind Bellevue.

A shirt and smile

Lynn Tilley's T-shirt collection brings laughter to friends

She wears them well

'Meet the Candidates' now live online

Press Publisher Clint Schroeder interviews those seeking office in 2022 primary

View 'Meet the Candidates' interview series on cdapress.com

Barron pleads guilty to disturbing the peace

A former legislative candidate previously accused of fondling a child and raping a woman has pleaded guilty to lesser charges.

Wacky Weather

Cold, wind expected to continue into next week

No April Fools Day joke

PREP ROUNDUP: Golfers scramble to play following overnight snow

“It was brutally cold up here,” Mullan coach Paul Elston said. “Our grounds crew and volunteers did an incredible job getting six holes ready. The kids were mentally tough today, and there were some pretty good scores, too.”

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 Watch

Prepare to vote in the May 17 primary election

Voting info and tips

Chip Shots April 12, 2022

Results from local leagues, tournaments.

Thinking of Adding Your Child to the Deed of Your Home? Read This First.

Clients will often ask me if it is possible to avoid probate court proceedings after their deaths by simply adding their adult children’s names to their real property deeds while they are alive.

Labor office hosting job fair

Wednesday 10 a.m. at Real Life Ministries in Post Falls

The Idaho Department of Labor in Post Falls will host its biggest job fair of the year Wednesday, April 13 from 10 a.m. through 1 p.m. Over 50 employers will be at the event at Real Life Ministries at 1866 N. Cecil Rd. in Post Falls.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

Why is Taco Tuesday great for family night?

Movers & Shakers

Movers & Shakers: April 12

Try a book that talks back

Understanding stories behind stereotypes

NIC to host NW Undergraduate Conference in the Humanities

The community is invited to the fifth annual Northwest Undergraduate Conference in the Humanities at North Idaho College’s main campus in Coeur d’Alene.

Governor candidate's signs vandalized

Ed Humphreys: 'I will not be bullied into silence'

Alma Jean Guertin (Murbach), 74

Alma Jean Guertin (Murbach) of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho passed away on April 5, 2022, leaving the world a little darker for all those that loved her.

Coeur d’Alene graduate receives Fulbright Specialist Award to Uzbekistan

A Coeur d’Alene High School graduate received a Fulbright Specialist Award to Uzbekistan at Karakalpak State University.

Legals for April, 12 2022

OPINION: Voters will soon have a chance to take Idaho back from the troublemakers

Idaho’s government has been plagued in recent years by many office holders who are more interested in creating chaos and division than serving the public. The so-called Idaho Freedom Foundation (IFF) and its followers have thrived on creating political discord by advancing legislation to address non-existent problems.

Once a retail giant, Kmart nears extinction after closure

Kmarts continue to operate in Westwood, New Jersey; Bridgehampton, on New York’s Long Island, and Miami

Mariupol mayor says siege has killed more than 10K civilians

Mariupol mayor says siege has killed more than 10K civilians

State says Washington's wolf population grew 16% last year

The department said there were 206 wolves in 33 packs in Washington

3Cs 60th anniversary fashion spectacular

Annual dinner and spring fashion show, "My Fair Ladies," coming in May

Celebrating their 60th year of giving, the 3Cs have raised an astounding $2.5 million dollars to support charities in Kootenai County.

What to do during a thunderstorm

.Weather or not for April 11

Honor veterans with commemorative pavers in Hayden

Deadline for the Memorial Day installation is May 6

Deadline for Hayden's commemorative brick Memorial Day installation is May 6

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 Watch

Today's Ghastly Groaner

Is your refrigerator running?

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Being a Northwest sports fan can be tough

Cheap Seats for April 11.

Search ongoing for missing youths

The two 7-years-old were last seen in the Pioneer Road area

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Shortage of referees, officials, umpires a growing concern in North Idaho ... and beyond

Thursday Night Lights doesn’t quite have the same ring to it, does it? But, due a shortage of football officials in North Idaho (mirroring a national trend), some local high school football games traditionally scheduled for Friday nights will likely have to be moved to Thursday nights.

PREP BASEBALL: Post Falls earns split at Lewiston

Coeur d'Alene, Lake City sweep in Inland Empire League action on Saturday

PREP SOFTBALL: Schmidt, Burke lead Coeur d'Alene to sweep of Lakeland

Kristine Schmidt pitched a four-inning no-hitter in the opener and Skylar Burke drove in nine runs in the nightcap for the Coeur d’Alene Vikings, who swept the Lakeland Hawks 16-1 and 17-7 in Inland Empire League play Saturday at Larry Schwenke Field.

PREP ROUNDUP: Post Falls girls run away with Kootenai invite

Results from the Kootenai Invitational, 'Need for Speed Classic' and tennis matches featuring Lakeland High

Prepare to meet the candidates

Interviews with Publisher Clint Schroeder go live Monday

'Meet the Candidates' interviews go live Monday

Transformative technology

CharityTracker a 'game changer' for connecting clients, resources, service providers

Charity Tracker a game changer for shifting the paradigm of benevolence

Savor the scene at 315

315 Cuisine opens Friday

Business bits for April 9.

Construction industry No.1 in workforce growth

Hard Hats, Hammers and Hot Dogs event connects industry with potential workers

In no other industry is the boom of business more loudly heard than in the construction fields.

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 Watch

A sacrifice that saves the day

Wood, Howard step out so NIC can move forward.

Bryan Martin, 67

The family invites you to join them for a Celebration of Life for Bryan Martin.

Elaine E. Baker, 72

Her husband’s best friend and true soul-mate, Elaine E. Baker, passed from this life into her eternal home on March 22, 2022 after a short struggle with a viral infection.

FENTANYL: No sympathy here

So there is a problem with meth and fentanyl?!

Equipping tomorrow's workforce

Education matters in North Idaho. It matters to students, citizens, the economy — and it matters to the Coeur d’Alene Regional Chamber too.

Community Thanks

See who's thankful!

MY TURN: Smells suspicious

The “My Turn” bon C10 of the April 6 Press by Karen Parrish Norskog was a childish attempt to paint Democrats with all of the problems in the U.S. It’s a shame she can’t find more facts than what is on social media.

INCIVILITY: There is a cure

Are you tired of increased polarization, “othering,” name calling and lack of civil discourse?

The necessity of action

Suppose you have five birds sitting on a wire and three of them decide to fly.

NIC: Agitation unwanted

So, after the “human rights” complaint and the formal “investigation,” the findings are in for NIC; stop the infighting and get along.

School and Senior Meals

School and Senior Meals: April 11-15

SAFETY NET: Headline is ‘Success!’

No one reads the paper anymore.

Community invited to Day of Dialogue

The public is invited to North Idaho College’s 9th annual Day of Dialogue from noon to 1 p.m. on April 13.

Milestone Announcements

See who's celebrating!

William R. Mead, 68

William R. Mead, 68, passed away on Wednesday, March 30, 2022 at his home in Hope, ID surrounded by his loving family.

DRUGS: The losing battle

More than 100,000 people in the USA decided to take enough of whatever drug that killed them.

Neighborhood of the Week: Roots near The Links

Thanks to The Masters, golf is back on the brain at Neighborhood of the Week.

MY TURN: One size fits all

Sorry to point out that the characteristics Karen Norskog attributes to Democrats apply equally to Republicans — egoism is pandemic, and the pejoratives she uses to describe liberals apply equally to conservatives!

Audrey Loretta (McCabe) Thayer, 95

Audrey Loretta (McCabe) Thayer was born on June 28, 1926 and passed away peacefully in her home on April 2, 2022.

Bonnie Jean (McCallum) Masteller, 94

Bonnie Jean McCallum Masteller was taken to heaven March 29, 2022.

NIC: Three questions

Shouldn’t academics be the principle regarding North Idaho College accreditation?

Today's Ghastly Groaner

What is a snail on a boat?

THE FRONT ROW WITH JASON ELLIOTT: Quite the ride for Flynn in Desert

“I still enjoy when you get out there and you’re flying across the desert,” Flynn said. “Everyone is going one way and it’s racing. It’s dangerous, but you know when something happens, someone is going to help and make sure you get back into the race.”

PREP ROUNDUP: Wind quite the challenge at Timberlake meet

The real challenge wasn’t planned at Timberlake High. But that’s spring sports in North Idaho for you.

NIC trustees Wood and Howard resign

State will now step in, appoint 3 trustees

Two longtime North Idaho College trustees say they’re walking away from the organization in order to save it.

Mapping the great unknown

Volunteers needed to create bathymetric map of Hayden Lake

Volunteers needed to create bathymetric map of Hayden Lake

Commissioner candidates square off

The candidates in Kootenai County’s only contested primary race for commissioner squared off Friday night in a public forum.

NIC SOFTBALL: Cardinals tripped in Yakima

NIC is scheduled to host the Community Colleges of Spokane on Tuesday at Memorial Field.

Local 4-H club shoots for the stars

Round Mountain Ryders named club of the year

Round Mountain Ryders named Kootenai/Shoshone 4-H club of the year

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 Watch

NIC trustees’ resignation letter

The following "Letter to the North Idaho College Community" was delivered Friday to NIC Board of Trustees Chairman Todd Banducci.

Carol L Fillmore, 78

Carol L Fillmore was born August 23, 1943, the 3rd child of seven born to Harry and Gladys in Sidney, Nebraska.

Police group endorses Gov. Little

FOP has 2,500 members statewide

AARP to host town hall on fraud

AG Lawrence Wasden will be featured guest at 10 a.m. Tuesday.

Rebuttal to narcissism in Democratic Party

After reading the outrageous opinion piece by Karen Parrish Norskog concerning the Democratic party, I simply have to reply.

Movers & Shakers

Movers & Shakers: April 9

Moving History Forward: NIJC experienced growth, stability

The 1960s was a period of growth and stability for North Idaho Junior College in the areas of enrollment, facilities, programs and competition.

Donations

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Registration open for Spring Dash

Benefit for ALICE

NORTHWEST LEAGUE BASEBALL: Indians rally, fall in 10th in opener

The teams will meet again tonight at Avista Stadium at 5 p.m.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

One minute you’re young and fun

Griz kills again

Wildlife officials trying to track bear that returned to Naples property, killed livestock

Grizzly bear kills again

A primer on partisan politics

Primary Ballot: A process of selecting a person to represent a SPECIFIC POLITICAL PARTY, for a specific elected office, in the following general election.

Legals for April, 9 2022

Opinion: Reconstructing a compassionate us

I hope that Idaho will soon follow Florida and Alabama in passing laws that protect children from the traumatizing doctrines of gender-fluidity advocates.

Missile kills at least 50 at crowded Ukrainian train station

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and other leaders accused Russia’s military of deliberately attacking the station

Idaho Power faces $1 million fine after reporting violations

Idaho Power had permits from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for the facilities for decades

Will Smith gets 10-year Oscars ban over Chris Rock slap

The academy also apologized for its handling of the situation and allowing Smith to stay and accept his best actor award for “King Richard.”

NIC Trustees Wood and Howard resign

State Board of Education expected to step in

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Could this version of Tiger actually be ... lovable?

Under par. Wait, let me repeat that … Under par.

PREP ROUNDUP: St. Maries' Watkins prevails in pitchers' duel

Watkins walked two and allowed the game’s lone hit, a two-out double by Logan Walsh in the fourth inning for St. Maries (5-1).

Northwest Notes April 8, 2022

News on Boise State, Kyle Manzardo and the event formerly known as the Kootenai County Vandal Scramble.

Commissioners consider ARPA funds

Task force submits recommendation for $32 million in rescue funds

Commissioners will soon decide how to spend federal funds for COVID-19 relief — or whether to use the money at all.

Downhill from here

Resorts enjoying spring conditions as they get ready to wrap up ski season

Hit the slopes while there is time

County officials look ahead

Commissioners speak at State of the County discussion

Commissioners speak at State of the County discussion

Taste the grape

Wine Extravaganza in downtown Coeur d’Alene on Saturday

Wine Extravaganza in downtown Coeur d’Alene on Saturday

Weekend TV/Radio highlights

Television and radio highlights for upcoming weekend.

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 Watch

PARTIES: Lessons in anatomy

Regarding Maurice Stolley’s letter of April 3.

Idaho hospitals running out of COVID patients

Few North Idahoans still getting vaccinated

New cases, hospitalizations down

NARCISSISM: If the shoe fits…

Thanks to Karen Parrish Norskog for the definition of narcissism.

CROP ministry parent/teen forum today in Hayden

CROP meeting today

Hoisting a lance to lessen litter

Every morning, Richard White hoists his lance and rides Rocinante into the countryside to battle the Garbage Dump Troll who defiles our byways by night.

NIC going nowhere fast — on purpose

Maybe it's not just incompetence to blame.

ENEMIES: Closer than you think

Sigh. So, Mr. Stolley thinks Mr. Biden should drone Mr. Putin with the full support of the Dead Elephant Party.

Idaho Republican Legislators endorse Critchfield as state superintendent

Idaho’s current and former Republican leaders from both the Senate and House of Representatives, representing communities from across Idaho, have endorsed Debbie Critchfield as the next Idaho Superintendent of Public Instruction.

Election security info sessions set for Tuesday

Info sessions on election security set for Tuesday

Macomber on attorney general campaign trail

Local candidate discusses lack of recommendation from KCRCC, flaws of opponents

Art Macomber discusses opponents, campaign trail for attorney general

APRIL 1: Joke’s on us

Your Friday, April 1 article “Titanic Tower Coming to CdA” and Saturday, April 2 followup article were absolute masterpieces.

WORLD: WMD

Leaders of weapons of mass destruction are China, NATO, Russia, U.S.

LAKE CDA: Exaggeration is poison

Here we go again! Environmental crusaders sound the false alarm about the high levels of metal in Lake Coeur d’Alene.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

What do you call a candle in heavy armor?

‘Cinderella’ opens at Lake City

Lake City High School show opens Thursday

Lake City High School show opens Thursday

NIC theater performance opens Thursday

The North Idaho College theater department is putting on six free performances starting Thursday.

City changing out water meters

Water meters require service every eight to 10 years

Business fair coming up at The Resort

Highlight your business

Growing in North Idaho: Common seed-starting mistakes to avoid

Spring is finally here and now is the time to start your garden seeds — both indoors and out in the garden.

PARTIES: Generalities don’t help

I’m a lifelong Republican but unfortunately Karen’s opinion of Democrats (April 6 Press) could also apply to many Republicans.

NEWSPAPERS: Sad news

I read with disgust on page A3 “Don’t Say Gay” bill signed by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis in bold text and the following article in lower case and no byline in your paper.

Chorale sings of faith and liberty

Chorale Coeur d'Alene performs April 22, 23 in Cd'A

Chorale Coeur d'Alene performs April 22, 23

Movers & Shakers

Movers & Shakers: April 6

Legals for April, 8 2022

Antigovernment activist Bundy sentenced to 10 days in jail

Bundy argued his work for his own campaign as governor counted toward the 40 hours of community service

Beach Boys ready to bring summer fun to Festival

Band will perform Aug. 4 at War Memorial Field

Haunting Canada boarding school shot wins World Press Photo

The image was one of a series of the Kamloops Residential School shot by Canadian photographer Amber Bracken for The New York Times.

Russian retreat reveals destruction as Ukraine begs for help

Ukraine's foreign minister begged again Thursday for “weapons, weapons and weapons” from NATO — and the western alliance agreed

Jackson confirmed as first Black female high court justice

Jackson, a 51 year-old federal appeals court judge, would be just the third Black justice, after Thurgood Marshall and Clarence Thomas, and the sixth woman

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Now spring sports get their turn with MaxPreps

The fall and winter sports made it through the new seeding process for state tournaments without too much controversy. Now it’s baseball and softball’s turn.

PREP ROUNDUP: Timberlake breaks out bats for split

Timberlake baseball, Lakeland softball, Timberlake track and field notch wins.

PREP BASKETBALL: State approves shot clock, with vote pending

Idaho took its first concrete step toward adding a shot clock to its high school basketball games Wednesday. The long-debated rule change unanimously passed a first vote from the Idaho High School Activities Association’s board.

Search for NIC trustee continues

With votes split, Zone 5 seat remains vacant

The North Idaho College board of trustees failed to select a fifth trustee to fill the vacancy in Zone 5 at a special meeting Wednesday night.

Making the grade

Idaho Business for Education rates lawmakers on education votes

Idaho Business for Education rates lawmakers on education votes during 2022 Legislative session

PF council accepts more than $7M in ARPA funding

Council members in opposition, Mayor Jacobson breaks tie in favor

City council members voted to accept $7,797,234 in American Rescue Plan Act funds Tuesday night, with Mayor Ron Jacobson breaking a tie vote.

See the Light

CDA woman appointed to art commission as council meeting turns testy

Artist criticized, defended

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 Watch

Bowling scores: April 7, 2022

Scores from area leagues

Signing photos April 7, 2022

Local high school seniors sign letters of intent to continue their athletic careers in college.

Grizzly suspected in livestock killing

Llama, sheep died in Tuesday night attack in Boundary County

Griz likely behind attack

Man gets prison for child sexual abuse

A man who sexually abused a child will spend up to 20 years behind bars.

Idaho Library Association accepting nominations

Idaho Library Association accepting award nominations

Beestings don’t sting in the kitchen

let's have some food fun with these wacky and wonderful words.

Yellowstone park fundraiser offers entry pass good for 2172

The concept was created by the Havas Chicago advertising agency

Taking her platform and rollin' with it

Ms. Wheelchair Idaho 2022 promotes workplace advocacy and accommodation

Most employees simply walk into their workplaces each day and commence doing their jobs. For Ms. Wheelchair Idaho 2022, Jessica Bellefeuille, accomplishing that requires a few accommodations.

No arrests in statue vandalism

Reward fund stands at $1,000

Vandalism suspect still sought

Tensed Days coming back

Celebration aims to unite community

Tensed Days returning

School schedule scrutinized

A student's perspective

My name is Rachel Gourley and I am a senior at Coeur d’Alene High School.

Construction to curtail early morning access to Logan Pass

Glacier crews have plowed the Camas Road and started plowing the Sun Road at Lake McDonald Lodge Monday

Hunter harvest down

Stats show slight drop in elk and mule deer harvested in 2021, significant drop in white-tailed deer due to disease outbreak

Fewer hunters and higher success rates prove 2021 deer and elk hunting season to be another in line with historic averages

Legals for April, 7 2022

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 121: Headlines from 4/2 thru 4/5

In this episode of the North Idaho Now Podcast, Chanse Watson and Molly Roberts take you through the latest news coming out of the Coeur'd Alene/Post Falls Press, the Bonner County Daily Bee, and the Shoshone News-Press from April 2-5.

Winds affect more than 5,500 in Kootenai County

Downed trees, branches caused power outages

Power outages reported

US experts discuss COVID boosters for the fall and beyond

Only about half of Americans eligible for a third shot have gotten one

Russians preparing for new push as Ukraine gathers its dead

Ukrainian officials have stepped up calls for civilians to evacuate westward from towns near the front line ahead of the anticipated Russian offensive

Democrats accuse oil companies of 'rip off' on gas prices

Oil executives responded that oil is a global market and that oil companies don’t dictate price

PREP BASEBALL: Butler sends Trojans to IEL sweep of Timberwolves

“That was a clutch moment,” Post Falls coach Kurt Reese said. “We really needed that to come through and he was able to get the ball through to the outfield.”

PREP SOFTBALL: Moak, Krause power Post Falls to sweep

McKenna Moak homered in both games, and pitched Post Falls to victory in the opener as the Trojans swept the Lake City Timberwolves 18-7 and 17-2 in Inland Empire League play Tuesday at Post Falls High.

Youth Sports April 6, 2022

Results from local youth teams, leagues.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: M's talking big; can they back it up?

Will the once woebegone Mariners break the most hideous streak in North American sports?

PREP ROUNDUP: Another record-setting run for Post Falls' Wood

“She was just ready to roll and was rested, which probably helped her,” Post Falls coach Wade Quesnell said. “She just looked really comfortable running her race. Today wasn’t an ideal situation with the weather being breezy and cold, so to crank out that kind of time, it was pretty amazing.”

JAILBREAK

Man jailed after multi-state crime spree attempts escape

Man jailed after multi-state crime spree attempts escape

Perplexing protocol

Hayden city attorney weighs in on last-minute emergency/executive meeting

City attorney weighs in on perplexing protocol surrounding special, emergency and executive Monday meetings

Northwest Notes April 6, 2022

News on Gonzaga men's basketball, umpires needed and Eastern Washington football

NIC leadership addresses warning

Another hearing tonight

North Idaho College will stay in good standing, so long as it heeds the warning from its accrediting organization.

Council OKs request to seek dock proposals

Some fear plan will increase boat traffic, create hazards on Spokane River

council oks plan to see dock proposals

NIC GOLF: Vassar runner-up in spring opening Pacific Invitational

North Idaho College sophomore Tyler Vassar finished runner-up with a 147 at the Pacific Invitational at Pumpkin Ridge Golf Club’s Witch Hollow Course on Tuesday.

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Levi Grassi, North Idaho Christian School

North Idaho Christian School boys basketball player Levi Grassi is this week's Knudtsen Chevrolet Press Athlete of the Week.

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 Watch

NIC: Trustees to select fifth trustee

Board meeting at 6 p.m. today

Board meeting at 6 p.m. today

Heroes keep the NIC ship afloat

Leadership, not staff and faculty, have brought college to disaster's doorstep.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — A new approach to treating fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia is a mysterious disease causing a wide range of symptoms that can vary greatly from person to person.

Mavis Jane (Haarsager) Tysdal, 76

On Friday, March 25, Mavis Jane Tysdal passed away peacefully in Post Falls, Idaho.

Few things as lovely as a tree

For the past couple of decades, the City of Post Falls has hosted a free tree event in conjunction with Arbor Day the end of April.

Double-dog run

Hauser Lake Icebreaker draws record crowd to benefit sanctuary for canines with special needs

Run for the dogs;

Rodney (Rod) David Mitchell, 80

Rod went home to meet his Lord and Savior March 28, 2022.

UKRAINE: A senseless waste

Why in God’s name would any nation in the free world let this war in Ukraine go on as long as it has to rob ordinary folks of their God-given right to freedom and happiness to live in harmony and enjoy their lives as they have for years?

LETTERS: Poem to The Press

I think that letter writing is A most familiar bore.

GOVERNOR: Misguided veto

Governor Little vetoed the bill which supported freedom to work.

GOP: Right back at you

My dad says, “Whatever Republicans accuse Democrats of doing is exactly what they are doing,” and he’s right.

Ginger Rae Arthurs Seely, 85

Ginger Rae Arthurs Seely, 85, passed away April 1, 2022, in Rathdrum, Idaho.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

What do you call a camel with no hump?

Body by doggy

It's National Canine Fitness Month and you know what that means.

Cecil L. Means, 92

Dad came into this world as Cecil L. Means on May 1, 1929, during a worldwide depression.

Robert Eugene (Bob) David, 79

Robert Eugene (Bob) David, passed away at Kootenai Medical Center March 30, 2022, after a battle with COVID and complications which ensued.

Barbara Jean (Walker) Gaylord, 92

Barbara Jean (Walker) Gaylord, August 1, 1929 — April 2, 2022

MATTARE: Earns this vote

To the Citizens and Voters of Kootenai County.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Natural remedies for allergies

Allergies can make life miserable, sometimes for an entire season.

APRIL 1: Fuhl fan rejoices

Loved the April Fuhl article!

HAYDEN: Roetter wrong on art

Mr. Roetter, in reference to your article in the Coeur d’Alene Press, Saturday, April 2, you referred to a piece of Hayden’s Public art as “Clown Face.”

Giddy up for Children's Advocacy Center

Hats and Hooves Kentucky Derby-themed event set for May 7

Hats and Hooves benefit event for Children's Advocacy Center set for May 7

SBA offering free virtual training

Four-day summit offered for small business owners

Registration is open for the U.S. Small Business Administration’s free virtual training.

Bryan Martin, 67

The family invites you to join them for a Celebration of Life for Bryan Martin.

Narcissism within the Democratic Party

Human relationships can be challenged when personalities represent different defining traits.

12th annual Hard Hats, Hammers and Hot Dogs event Friday

PF Chamber hosts construction career awareness event for students

The Post Falls Chamber of Commerce calls all students interested in entering the construction industry.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — IBS: Change your gut, change your health

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) affects between 12-15% of the world’s population.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Finding favorites

Mary and I just returned from a short Spring getaway.

LETTER: The Democrat dilemma

Ann Seddon’s recent letter in the Coeur d’Alene Press got me thinking.

IDAHO: Making unhappy campers

The family and I usually do an annual trip down from Canada to Idaho.

HUNTER: That bad boy Biden

Seems like I’m a step behind.

Howard Raymond Kahl, 83

Howard Raymond Kahl, 83, died at home in Rathdrum, Idaho, January 27, 2022, of brain cancer two months after his diagnosis.

APRIL 1: Further fuhlish fodder

A Press reader since 1990, and having extremely enjoyed every article by April Fuhl since 2005, perhaps the only thing that could have beaten the abominable Titanic Tower joke would have been that the Russians are invading using the underwater tunnel in Lake Pend Orielle at Farragut.

Joyce Finley, 96

Joyce Finley, 96, of 8474 Sunny Lane, Hayden, Idaho, passed away March 22, 2022, at Schneidmiller Hospice House, Coeur d' Alene, Idaho.

‘Apollo 10 ½’ and ‘After Yang’ use memory to explore grander themes

Much of the lasting emotional resonance in Richard Linklater’s work can be traced to how he captures defining moments of growth.

Mary M. Horn, 100

"I love you, a bushel and a peck and a hug around the neck".

The stay-at-home dad: Young pranksters go full throttle on April Fools’ Day

As part-time Press writer April Fuhl demonstrates every year, you can’t trust anything on April 1.

Legals for April, 6 2022

Governor highlights $50M investment in behavioral health

The $50 million is spread over a handful of appropriations bills and passed with large margins

Official: Sacramento shooting suspect seen on video with gun

A year ago, prosecutors implored the state parole board not to release Martin early from a 10-year sentence

Memorial in Everett for officer killed in line of duty

Authorities said Rocha was shot in the head at least twice

In Bucha, Ukraine, burned, piled bodies among latest horrors

The grisly images of battered or burned bodies left out in the open or hastily buried has led to calls for tougher sanctions against the Kremlin, especially a cutoff of fuel imports from Russia

Five to be inducted into North Idaho Athletic Hall of Fame

The former Idaho Vandal standouts will be joined by former high school teacher, coach, administrator and basketball official Jim Wilund and Duane Ward, who coached at his alma mater, Sandpoint High, for more than 50 years.

NIC receives warning

Persistent issues in college governance listed as reason for sanction

Persistent issues in college governance listed as reason for sanction

Vandals begin Week 2 of spring football practice

On Saturday, the Vandals will close Week 2 of spring drills with a scrimmage during the final 60 minutes of practice.

Hayden holds emergency session

Mayoral process discussion postponed

Hayden interim mayoral process discussion postponed

'The fight is at your doorstep'

Law officers tell panel of uphill battle against fentanyl

Don't be nice in drug war, says sheriff

ARPA funds on City Council agenda

Tonight's meeting may decide fate of $7.8M in federal dollars

Post Falls city council meets tonight at 6 p.m. with agenda items including municipal code changes, ARPA funds and a new lift station contract.

Northwest Notes April 5, 2022

Lexie Hull, pickleball, Spokane Indians and EWU football news

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 Watch

Ramadan: Links to Christianity

It's a time of reflection, renewal

Chip Shots April 5, 2022

Results, news from local leagues, tournaments.

Human Rights task forces respond

Forces provide insight on NIC’s response to its accrediting organization

Forces provide insight on NIC’s response to its accrediting organization

Numerica offering $20,000 in student scholarships

$20,000 in scholarships will be distributed to high school seniors and college students through a pair of scholarship programs offered by Numerica Credit Union.

'Neighborly' grant apps due April 8

File for 'Neighborly Grants'

Forums today, Wednesday on warning

Questions must be presubmitted by 10 a.m. for today's forum

Questions must be presubmitted by 10 a.m. for today's forum

Legals for April, 5 2022

PHD: Syphilis on the rise in Panhandle

Panhandle Health District Public Information Officer Katherine Hoyer explained that cases have been reported in all five of the counties that PHD monitors- Kootenai, Bonner, Boundary, and Shoshone. What's more concerning is that 81 cases over the last three month across the panhandle have been confirmed, compared to just 40 this same time a year ago.

OPINION: Idaho Freedom Foundation provides a roadmap to responsible governing

Leaders of the so-called Idaho Freedom Foundation (IFF) have provided voters a handy roadmap to responsible government. Doyle Beck and Bryan Smith both serve on IFF’s board of directors. They are also instrumental in running the Bonneville County Republican Central Committee (BCRCC), which was recently called out by the State GOP Chairman for making improper contributions to candidates competing in the May primary election.

Opinion: Can we make peace with real enemies?

How can we make peace with people who want to destroy us?

Op-Ed: Durst takes on education establishment

Branden Durst concedes that he probably would not win the Republican race for state superintendent if he were going against either of his two opponents alone.

Airlines cancel more than 3,500 US flights over weekend

Southwest Airlines also cited “weather and airspace congestion”

Westward Ho! Maine potatoes travel far after western drought

The shipments to Idaho were seed potatoes, including Maine’s Caribou russet, that’ll be planted this spring

Mixed results for Oregon's pioneering drug decriminalization

Some are questioning whether the approach is proving too lenient

War Crimes Watch: Hard path to justice in Bucha atrocities

more than 400 civilian corpses had been discovered

Battle heats up over remaining federal rental assistance

The debate is playing out across the country

Strong winds expected today

Avista readies for outages

Groups seek to stop gold mine exploratory drilling in Idaho

The project was halted following federal court rulings in 2019 and 2020 concerning potential harm to Yellowstone cutthroat trout

Festival welcomes Pink Martini for third time

The Festival is announcing performers at this year's summer concert series during the month of April

NIC gets warning, no probation

Report cites problems with board

That's 'win' as in Winland

12-year-old karate competitor beats the boys in competition

12-year-old karate competitor beats the boys in competition

Thunderstorms looming, booming on horizon

Forecasters predict slight uptick in storms this spring.

Man convicted of possessing child porn

Prosecutors will seek prison sentence

Good chemistry

LCHS senior tackles doctorate dissertation for senior project

LCHS senior tackles doctorate dissertation for senior project

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 Watch

Council to hear about dock proposal

Dock plan targets Spokane River

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: For all the marbles

Cheap Seats for April 4

PREP BASEBALL: Lakeland battles back, but falls to Moscow

Lakeland hosts Coeur d’Alene next Saturday at noon.

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Before we spring forward, some final winter sports thoughts

The marshmallows finally made it to state this year.

SPRING FOOTBALL: WSU holds first scrimmage

Washington State held its first football scrimmage of the spring with both sides of the ball having success on the afternoon at Gesa Field.

'A part of our hearts will always be theirs'

Salvation Army majors share memories, heartache for friends, colleagues in besieged Ukraine

Salvation Army majors share memories, heartache for friends, colleagues in besieged Ukraine

A call to men

Author Jim Grassi of Post Falls marks 40 years in ministry, has more work to do

Men, be leaders, says Grassi

A fine addition

The Goat Lounge opens Tuesday

Business bits for April 3.

Inclusive egg-stravaganza

Village Bakery hosts Easter egg hunt for those with special needs

Village Bakery hosts second annual Easter egg hunt for those with special needs

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 Watch

Does Tax Season Have You Thinking About Estate Taxes?

Generally speaking, there are three categories of taxes with which to be concerned when planning an estate: “death” taxes, inheritance taxes, and income taxes. Let’s review a bit about each.

Pamela Kay Hansen, 57

Pamela Kay Hansen age 57 of Coeur D Alene, Idaho, passed away suddenly on March 17, 2022.

Thank state leaders for this A+

Attacks on public education fall short, thank goodness.

UKRAINE: Can’t blame Trump

Cecil Kelly III, well well, we finally agree on something.

KUDOS: To a good neighbor

I would like to give a Job Well Done to ARCHITERRA HOMES in Coeur d’Alene for their effort in controlling the debris from their construction sites.

UKRAINE: Step up, free world

Where are the United Nations’ forces since the illegal and terrible invasion of the nation of Ukraine?

BUDGET: Invest in compassion

I read with interest the recent article regarding how Governor Little is wanting to spend a portion of the excess in the state budget.

VETERAN: Feeling welcomed

I want to thank the Farragut chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution for our “Vietnam Vet Welcome Home.”

POOP: Private property protest

I live on Uplands Drive in Hayden and own the lot next door.

David James Wright, 77

David James Wright passed away at home on March 15, 2022, after battling Multiple System Atrophy (MSA – P).

Joan Carol (Anderson) Lorenz, 84

Late on Sunday, March 27, 2022, Joan Carol Lorenz heard her Savior’s invitation, “

School and Senior Meals

School and Senior Meals: April 4-8

Our Gem: County acts to protect ground water

Idaho is the fastest growing state in the nation, and Kootenai County is the third fastest growing county in the state.

UKRAINE: GOP anatomy lesson

Most Republicans don’t know their ass from their elbows.

Life isn't always funny, but a sense of humor always helps

John Cleese, the English actor of Monty Python fame, is known for his expertise in business communications.

MY GARDEN PATH: Happy April!

Now that April Fools' Day has come and gone, we can relax and enjoy spring.

NEIGHBORHOOD OF THE WEEK: Don’t be April Fooled by these listing phrases

Look at enough real estate listings and you notice certain familiar phrases and language patterns.

DOCKS: Not just no, but…

So the city wants public input about the proposed docks some money-hungry developers want to build on City Beach.

Milestone Announcements

See who's celebrating!

LOST: Litany from last 14 months

Communist parties (no matter which country they control) have an agenda that includes repression of human rights, espionage, slave labor, genocide, human organ harvesting for sale… The list goes on and on.

Larry Clark Cundieff, 74

Larry Clark Cundieff, age 74, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family and pastors on December 22, 2021, after courageously battling Covid pneumonia.

Equipping the leaders of tomorrow

Each month, the Coeur d’Alene Regional Chamber shines the spotlight on a different theme, or insider advantage of being one of our members.

NIC SOFTBALL: Cardinals open at Memorial with sweep

Batoon hit a two-run single in the first inning of the opener, then added a two-run double in the fourth for NIC.

ZAGS TRACKER with STEVE CAMERON: Zags will be back in national title hunt next year, much to the chagrin of their critics

Given Gonzaga’s history of finding excellent prep talent and transfers who fit straight into the program, this may turn out to be more of a panic statement than necessary, but … The Zags REALLY need Timme to stick around.

ALL-IDAHO BASKETBALL: Buchanan, Mitchell, Gentry-Nelson, Burke named to first team

The all-Idaho teams are voted on by coaches statewide in each classification

THE FRONT ROW WITH JASON ELLIOTT: Early work, and wait to get back

The days off from here on out are few and far between until it ends, one way or another for these area teams.

Newspaper prank adored and abhorred

For 18th consecutive year, spoof entertains Press readers

For 18th consecutive year, spoof entertains Press readers.

Wrongful termination suit settled

Kootenai County quietly settled a federal lawsuit with a former sheriff’s captain who said he was pushed out of the agency after exposing misappropriation of drug forfeiture money.

Session gavels out: Historic year for education

The Idaho Legislature called it a year Thursday, closing the door on a three-month session that brought an 11% increase to K-12 education funding, 11th hour cuts to the state’s library commission budget and a batch of policy changes for public schools.

Break out the champagne

Hagadone Marine celebrates opening of Quick Launch dry stack facility

Big day at Hagadone Marine as Quick Launch officially opens for business

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 Watch

Rodney David Mitchell, 80

Rod went home to meet his Lord and Savior on March 28, 2022.

Right of way wrong for campaign signs

Election materials placed on Idaho Transportation Department land subject to removal

Election materials placed on Idaho Transportation Department land subject to removal

Innovia Foundation — building stronger communities

Foundation announces grant awards for 19 North Idaho organizations

Since 1974 the Innovia Foundation of Spokane has bettered communities across 20 counties in eastern Washington and northern Idaho, and 6 Native American tribes.

Officials finish buried nuclear waste cleanup at Idaho site

The landfill sits above the Lake Erie-sized Eastern Snake River Plain Aquifer

Today's Ghastly Groaner

I never finish anything.

Post Falls High School Semester 1 Honor Rolls

Post Falls High School Semester 1 Honor Rolls

Want a Hayden mayor who's OK with explosive growth?

This is my response to the Coeur d’Alene Press Editorial dated March 25, 2022 titled; “Only one was ready to lead Hayden.”

Here's what NIC pioneer might recommend

“I think everyone should set out in life to accomplish something worthwhile and plan to leave the world better off than when they entered it. I don’t mean better off financially, better off morally, and leave some mark of up-lift somewhere along their pathway, be it ever so slight.” — Walter S. Rosenberry, July 29, 1938

Lake City High School Semester 1 Honor Rolls

Lake City High School honor roll for the first semester of the 2021/2022 school year.

NIC history prof, Civil War authority publishes article

Books in works on Civil War and the American West

Books in works on Civil War and the American West

Debbie Wieser, 73

Debbie Wieser. February 8, 1949 – March 27, 2022.

Patricia Kersting, 79

Patricia Kersting, age 79, died of natural causes on March 12, 2022 in Hayden, Idaho after a long and full life.

Legals for April, 2 2022

Talks resume as Ukraine denies hitting depot on Russian soil

Russia continued withdrawing some of its ground forces from areas around Kyiv

Amazon workers in NYC vote to unionize in historic labor win

Warehouse workers cast 2,654 votes — or about 55% — in favor of a union

Washington OKs 1st statewide missing Indigenous people alert

The law attempts to address a crisis of missing Indigenous people

Health care provider sues over Idaho's strict abortion ban

Abortion providers in Texas have also challenged that state's ban

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 120: Headlines from 3/30 thru 4/1

In this episode of the North Idaho Now Podcast, Chanse Watson takes you through the latest news coming out of the Coeur'd Alene/Post Falls Press, the Bonner County Daily Bee, and the Shoshone News-Press from Mar. 30-April 1.

Icelandic rock band, Kaleo to take to the Festival stage

The Icelandic rock band is the first concert announced by the Festival at Sandpoint for its 2022 summer concert series

Northwest Notes April 1, 2022

Manzardo sees first action in major league spring training game

Signing photos April 1, 2022

Local seniors to continue their athletic careers in college.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: The one thing we'd like to bet on at this year's Final Four

I’m already tired of this Final Four. Exhausted from the Coach K Worship Tour.

TITANIC TOWER COMING TO CDA

Will serve as HQ to outstanding organizations

Commissioners face complaint

Open meeting violation alleged; target is form of government group

Resident accuses study commission of violating open meeting law

Hayden mayor workshop Monday

Special meeting at 4 p.m. at City Hall

Special meeting to review Hayden mayor hiring process will be Monday at 4 p.m. in Hayden City Hall

Police: TikTok challenge leads to criminal charges

Teens cited for shooting people with gel beads

At least five area teens are reportedly facing criminal charges after participating in a social media trend.

COVID-19 Watch

COVID-19 Watch

Weekend TV/Radio highlights

Television and radio highlights for upcoming weekend

Therapy dog helps students at Wired2Learn Academy

Dog helps students

Qualified? Read this and decide

I would like to begin with a sincere thank you to everyone who has written letters, emails, text, and phone calls I have received in support of me for Interim Mayor for the City of Hayden. I am truly humbled and honored by all the support.

A Safety Net for foster care kids

Accepting donations of house goods, related items for drive on Saturday

When children in foster care turn 18, they “age out” of the system and are often left with no support of any kind as they enter adulthood.

Shannon Kristy Moffitt

On Friday March 25, 2022, Our beloved Shannon Kristy Moffitt passed peacefully.

Therapy dog comes to Wired2Learn Academy

Before there’s any visible sign that a student is upset, Sadie Bean can detect their anxiety.

A first for KEC, Rathdrum

Project launches city's urban renewal district

Thursday morning ground was broken in Rathdrum on the new Kootenai Electric Cooperative (KEC) building.

ITD focuses on bridge work