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SHOWCASE GOLF: Ray's day again

Whitney, a former NHL wing and Spokane Chief, wins second Showcase title

The event, a fundraiser for the Community Cancer Fund, has been held yearly since 2014 outside of 2020, when the tournament was canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Hold on, the Mariners might be onto something

Brace yourselves.

A request to invest in school safety, maintenance

District 271 school plant facilities levy election Aug. 30

Crumbling sidewalks, rotting ramps, torn carpets, dilapidated heating systems and entrances and school yards that need increased security are among the many items the district hopes to address with funding from the school plant facilities levy that will go before voters Aug. 30. If this levy passes muster at the polls, it would allow the district to collect up to $8 million per year for 10 years. If the full amount is not needed in any given year, less than $8 million will be levied.

Rebuilding bridges

Crossings throughout North Idaho could receive funds for improvements

Work on an area bridges and several child pedestrian paths could be funded as part of Gov. Brad Little's "Leading Idaho" plan. Projects in Kootenai County range from a bridge over the Coeur d'Alene River in the East Side Highway District to a number of child pedestrian safety projects in Rathdrum, Coeur d'Alene, Dalton Gardens and Hayden Lake. Improvements to local bridges and child pedestrian paths across Idaho were announced after the state approved prioritization for two parts of the plan this past week. The Local Highway Technical Assistance Council and the Idaho Transportation Board approved the rankings this week for Leading Idaho local bridge funding as well as child pedestrian crossing funding.

That new car smell

Coeur d'Alene Nissan open now

Business bits for July 31.

Notices

Notices

Welcome to the new Coeur d'Alene Regional Chamber

Chambers of commerce exist to help businesses and professionals work together to create a healthy local economy. The byproducts of this symbiotic relationship are often meaningful connections, mutual support, and valuable relationships that transcend the average workday.

SCHOOL SECURITY: Awareness needed first

I understand Mr. Gibboney’s concerns and frustration, I can only wish him good luck with getting his suggestions implemented.

Kerry Noel Damiano

Kerry Noel Damiano was born in Redmond, Wash., on Jan. 1, 1988, to Leslie Sowards Damiano and Curtis Trackwell.

When there were snakes in Stateline

Once upon a time, in Stateline, there was a Snake Pit, with real snakes.

PACT ACT: Senators, congressmen voted no

So, how did our senators and representatives vote on the Honoring our PACT Act (HR3967)?

COOLING CENTERS: Don’t use libraries

I saw on the news (KREM Spokane) they are using the library’s as cooling centers. Bad Idea!

PRESS ENDORSEMENT: Help make our schools safer, stronger

Support Coeur d'Alene School District's $8 million, 10-year levy request.

Milestone Announcements

See who's celebrating!

Senior Meals

Senior Meals: Aug. 1-5

Darrell Clayton Hall, 80

Darrell Clayton Hall passed away peacefully in his home Sunday night, July 24, 2022.

The passion of compassion

Author and lecturer Leo Buscaglia once talked about a contest he had been asked to judge.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

Is this pool safe for swimming?

ABORTION: Tell the truth

Call it what it is.

BRENT REGAN: Thank you

In response to Brent Regan’s informative commentary on Friday, “A bad idea that sounds good,” bless you, sir!

THE FRONT ROW with JASON ELLIOTT: Bringing the show back to the ice

At a young age, both Jackie Charlebois and Sarah Brookshire were hooked on figure skating. Then, as life happens, they went away from the ice for an extended period of time.

SHOWCASE GOLF: Whitney leads after first day at The Resort

General admission tickets are available for $20 by visiting: www.showcasegolf.com

Ownership, not rentals

Hayden Planning and Zoning OKs project that requires local worker housing

Hayden Planning and Zoning OKs project that requires local worker housing

Wally rocks

Beloved local rock painter celebrated after his passing

Beloved local rock painter celebrated after his passing

Schedule concealed carry license appointments online

Beginning Aug. 1, Kootenai County residents can get appointments for concealed weapons licenses and fingerprint services through the QLess app. Idaho residents aged 18 and older don’t need a license in order to carry a lawfully-possessed firearm. But those who obtain an enhanced license can carry concealed in the many states that recognize licenses issued in Idaho. Sheriff’s Deputy Ron Broesch said going through the licensing process helps gun owners learn how to be safe when handling firearms.

Hartman announces candidacy for NIC trustee seat

Ronald Hartman, who moved to Kootenai County September 2020 from Tucson, Arizona, announced this week that he is running for the Zone 1 seat on the North Idaho College board of trustees. Hartman "retired from Caterpillar July 2021 after 45 years in corporate 100 companies," said a news release.

MY TURN: Reproductive Health

Protecting women’s access to reproductive health care is imperative. Let’s start with the definition of reproductive: life-giving, procreative, reproducing. Antonyms of reproductive are the destruction of life-giving, end mid-stream, abandon, or termination.

House passes ban on assault weapons

The U.S. House of Representatives on Friday passed a ban on semi-automatic firearms — the weapons used in multiple mass shootings during the last three months — on a near party-line vote. With the 217-213 vote, the bill, H.R. 1808, will head to the evenly divided Senate, but it’s unlikely to advance there, as the ban would need all Democrats on board plus 10 Republicans to get past a filibuster. New York Democratic Sen. Chuck Schumer, the Senate majority leader, has not announced if he plans to bring the weapons ban to the floor for a vote.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

I was in a job interview the other day

Lewd conduct trial approaches

Almost two years after the alleged abuse, a man charged with sexually abusing a child is expected to stand trial next week. Warren C. Williams, 65, of Post Falls, is charged with lewd conduct with a child under the age of 16 and with witness intimidation, both felonies. The charges stem from August 2020, when a 7-year-old child reported that Williams had sexually abused him.

OUR GEM: Water Conservation through Native Landscaping

The term “Native Landscaping” has been in the conversation for decades. I have been in the industry for 35 years and have seen a slow evolution into making the practice of using natives in your landscape a successful reality. When I say slow, I mean SLOW!! I have worked with different nurseries, landscapers, extension offices, etc. for the last 25 years promoting the use of native plants in landscaping and teaching homeowners how to be successfully use natives to replace their sprinkler-loving lawns (or at least a portion of them). It has been a rough road, but over the past 5 years, I have seen amazing progress.

Missing huckleberry picker located

Kuy Lonh was located around 5:20 a.m. Friday

ANALYSIS: A social media danger to society

Part Five: Consequences of Social Media Meddling

The closed loop aspect of people being more accepting to views that are similar to their own than contrary ideas can lead to walled-off minds. Just like the 18th century pioneer who was not prone to considering any beliefs but his own. Such a padlocked mind often results in echo chambers: The beliefs of a group, churned inside but not outside this group, are further amplified and reinforced. Because the information is cloistered from rebuttal, even criticism, most of us are prone to seek out information that reinforces our existing views. Without encountering opposing views, these mental echo chambers can increase social and political polarization and extremism. That is the conclusion of many people who study human behavior.

Donald Eugene Brueher, 80

Donald Eugene Brueher of Rathdrum, Idaho, passed away July 2, 2022.

Legals for July, 30 2022

Vandalism by fire at Blue Grass Park

Two early morning fires today at Bluegrass Park near Lake City High School in Coeur d’Alene have been deemed arson by fire investigators. One fire was reported at 2:45 and the other was reported at 7:45, said a news release from Coeur d’Alene Fire.

Fire danger high; burn ban in place

The Kootenai County Fire Chiefs and Idaho Department of Lands Mica District have raised the fire danger in Kootenai County to HIGH, effective today. At this time, yard waste burning and slash piles will no longer be allowed. The statewide burn permit program will not allow anyone to obtain a burn permit for yard waste burning or hand-piled slash within the Mica district which includes most of Kootenai county.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: M's help in a stunning source

Now we’re down to negotiation, though, which is Jerry Dipoto’s ballgame.

Northwest Notes: July 29, 2022

Updates on Oregon Senior Open and the Spokane Chiefs hire an associate coach

Buttigieg praises West for green efforts

U.S. Transportation secretary says infrastructure must be protected from threats of extreme weather

Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg outlined how climate change is affecting the nation’s transportation infrastructure in his presentation during the final day of the Western Governors' Association annual meeting. “Climate change is real, climate change here,” the former presidential candidate said Thursday morning in a short speech at The Coeur d’Alene Resort.

Idaho firefighters deployed throughout the West

As of Friday, the Idaho Department of Lands and Timber Protective Association have sent 221 employees to other Western states to assist fighting fires in the field, according to a press release from IDL. Firefighters have been deployed to New Mexico, Colorado, Utah, Alaska, California, Washington, Arizona, Montana and Wyoming. They’re also assisting the U.S. Forest Service and the Nez Perce Tribe.

MASTER GARDENER: Bumble bee basics

How you can help protect them

Bumble bees are an important pollinator of wild flowering plants, as well as garden and agricultural crops. Bumbles will fly in low light levels, in cooler temperatures, and perform “buzz pollination” – a pollination technique where the bee grabs the flower in its mandible and vibrates its wing muscles to release pollen from the flower. Many home-garden crops, like tomatoes and peppers benefit from buzz pollination. However, the bees were a bit late in arriving this year due to the cold, wet spring. This caused a delay in the emergence of mated bees from their overwintering sites, and in turn, delayed their offspring from foraging during the spring to summer transition.

Weekend TV/Radio highlights

Television and radio highlights for upcoming weekend

'Traditions of Christmas' auditions are Aug. 15, 16

Holiday favorite celebrates 10 years this year

Holiday favorite celebrates 10 years this year

Carli Osika's career in music

After recording and performing in LA and Nashville, Carli Osika returned home to find peace and joy making music in North Idaho. Her performances today include country favorites, her own original country songs and a few of her favorite pop and rock covers.

William 'Bill' Power, 93

William "Bill" Power, 93 of Spirit Lake, Idaho passed away on July 20, 2022 in a tragic motorcycle accident while accompanied by his dear friend Janette Wolfe.

Criticism of library contents continues

While some area Republicans continue to push for certain materials to be removed from area libraries, staff maintain that libraries must include books on all topics — including those that some deem controversial or objectionable. “The library can’t discriminate,” said CLN Director Amy Rodda. “We have books on all viewpoints.” At a meeting of the Kootenai County Reagan Republicans on Thursday, Marianna Cochran led a presentation about what she called “toxic” books available to children and teens through the Community Library Network.

COMMENTARY: A bad idea that sounds good

In 2021, Idaho spent $8,376 per student per year. With 25 students per class that is $209,400 per classroom where the average teachers wage is $51,901. Allowing for benefits and overhead that leaves over $130,000 per classroom per year spent on the public school bureaucracy. If you cut bureaucracy by 10% you could increase teacher’s average salaries by 25% to $65,000 per year. This month, with tens of supporters looking on, the progressive liberal group known as Reclaim Idaho delivered 100,000 signatures to the Secretary of State’s office to put the “Quality Education Act” voter initiative on the November ballot as Proposition 1.

2020 ELECTION: Distrust is nothing new

Quotes from KellyAnne’s book “Here’s the Deal.”

CAROUSEL: Kudos to Ken, Rita and volunteers

A happy and fun celebration of National Carousel day on the 25th at the Coeur d’Alene carousel at city park was a huge success, thanks to Carousel foundation president Rita Sims — Snyder and her band of happy and energetic volunteers who kept the historic 100-year-old carousel whirling with happy faces.

Police investigate reported shoe robbery

A group of minors reportedly stole a pair of shoes at gunpoint Monday night. Police said a group of juveniles approached an individual near the 3rd Street docks in Coeur d’Alene and expressed interest in buying the individual’s shoes.

Group seeks Lake Cd'A protections

Meeting set for Aug. 2 at City Park

An independent group of citizens in Coeur d’Alene is launching a grassroots initiative aimed at protecting Lake Coeur d'Alene. The "Lake Health Acknowledgement" asks community leaders "for public acknowledgement of Lake Coeur d’Alene’s deteriorating water quality" and it calls on them to "do everything within their means to protect public health."

Olin Perry Davis, 83

Olin Perry Davis passed away July 16, 2022, at the Schneidmiller Hospice House in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.

EDITORIAL: This group is a light in the darkness

Idaho Young Republicans impart lesson for all Idahoans.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

This morning I crossed the road, changed a lightbulb and walked into a bar.

CDA BUDGET: Don’t give tax dollars away

Three Percent?

ILLEGAL FIREWORKS: Shouldn’t be in neighborhoods

I agree wholeheartedly with the two previous writers decrying the use of illegal fireworks in our neighborhoods over the Fourth of July holiday.

ROE v. WADE: Grateful for overturn

Thank you so much for supporting the overturn of Roe v. Wade!

MY TURN: KCRCC supports and pays 'antisemitic' white nationalist

Brent Regan and his Kootenai County Republican Central Committee (KCRCC) have twisted the truth yet again. They say they do not support him, but they selected avowed antisemite and white nationalist David Reilly as a delegate to the Idaho Republican party’s state convention held this month in Twin Falls. Reilly’s history as an antisemite and his close association with known white nationalists Nick Fuentes and now new local resident Vincent James Foxx, demonstrate Reilly does not hold traditional well-respected Republican nor Idaho values.

ANALYSIS: A social media danger to society

Part four: Manipulating behavior

The closed loop aspect of people being more accepting to views that are similar to their own than contrary ideas can lead to walled-off minds. Just like the 18th century pioneer who was not prone to considering any beliefs but his own. Such a padlocked mind often results in echo chambers: The beliefs of a group, churned inside but not outside this group, are further amplified and reinforced. Because the information is cloistered from rebuttal, even criticism, most of us are prone to seek out information that reinforces our existing views. Without encountering opposing views, these mental echo chambers can increase social and political polarization and extremism. That is the conclusion of many people who study human behavior.

FUNDING FIRST RESPONDERS: Money well-spent

My experience this past Wednesday reinforced my belief that Kootenai Fire, Rescue and Paramedics operate at the highest level of preparedness and efficiency in their response to emergencies that arise.

YOUNG REPUBLICANS: Good move to expel members

This “old” Republican thinks it’s about time they finally took action.

Legals for July, 29 2022

WATCH: Flyover of new interchange at I-90 and Hwy 41

Fly through this animated video on the redesign of the I-90 and SH-41 interchange in Post Falls.

SHOWCASE GOLF: Names change, but the cause doesn't

General admission tickets are available for $20 by visiting: www.showcasegolf.com

Northwest Notes: July 28, 2022

Coeur d'Alene Juniors Little League to hold car wash on Saturday; meeting scheduled for high school officials; Boise State extends Rice for five years

$1 billion Mega Millions jackpot keeps growing

Taylor Curtis bought his second-ever lottery ticket Wednesday afternoon. He bought his first ticket Tuesday, at Gittel’s Grocery on Government Way, hours before the $1 billion Mega Millions drawing, a jackpot that went unclaimed and continues to grow. It’s the third largest jackpot on record — and expected to reach at least $1.02 billion by the next drawing Friday evening.

VA boss: 'Fighting like hell' for veterans

McDonough outlines progress in providing services, opportunities.

In his address to the Western Governors’ Association about serving and honoring veterans, Denis McDonough used words like collaboration, transparency, market-based assessments and improving outcomes. “If you weren't thinking I was a D.C. bureaucrat with a tie, I'm sure those phrases help,” the secretary of Veterans Affairs said Wednesday morning, as the governors wearing boots and open-collared shirts laughed. But McDonough, wearing a suit, was serious as he explained the federal government can’t take care of the country’s 17 million veterans alone.

Family strings

History teacher Tony Cox will join daughter Zoe Cox on stage tonight at Post Ride Bar

He's a longtime Canfield Middle School history teacher. She's a 2020 Coeur d'Alene High School graduate who goes to the University of California Berkley. He plays guitar. She plays violin. History teacher Tony Cox will join daughter Zoe Cox on stage Thursday at Post Ride Bar.

DUI task force seeks to stop impaired drivers

100 Deadliest Days emphasis underway in Kootenai County

The Idaho State Police have investigated five fatal crashes since Memorial Day weekend resulting in the deaths of six people in the local area. According to data from the Idaho Transportation Department’s Office of Highway Safety, nearly 40 percent of all fatal crashes in Idaho involve some sort of driver impairment. The North Idaho DUI Task Force is made up of officers from every law enforcement agency in Kootenai County. The task force works together to keep impaired drivers off the roads throughout the county.

LEGION BASEBALL: Lums 17U advance to title game, fall to Yakima Valley

The Lums 17U team finished the season 46-7-1.

Ralph Allen Shepard, 73

Ralph Allen Shepard passed away June 28th, 2022 in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.

Panhandle Patriots schedule Aug. 13 'Gun d'Alene'

The Panhandle Patriots Riding Club has scheduled "Gun d'Alene" at 1 p.m. on Aug. 13 at McEuen Park in Coeur d'Alene.

Gun company CEOs tell Congress they're not to blame for mass shootings

The CEOs of major gun manufacturing companies told a U.S. House panel on Wednesday that their production of AR-15-style guns did not contribute to recent mass shootings that left 29 people dead, and that the killings were due to the actions of individual shooters. Ahead of the hearing, the House Oversight and Reform Committee released a report showing that five major gun manufacturers made $1 billion from semiautomatic weapon sales over the last decade and sales “skyrocketed” in 2021. A Georgia company, Daniel Defense, saw its revenue from AR-15-style rifles triple from $40 million in 2019 to $120 million in 2021, the report found.

‘Forensic Files’ episode based on Hope murder to air Sunday

"Forensic Files' episode to showcase local murder investigation.

'The Revivalists' kick off Festival concerts tonight

Gates open at 6 p.m. and music starts at 7:30 p.m.

Movers & Shakers

Read about Kootenai County people and businesses making moves: new or expanded businesses, events, promotions and awards.

River and Sky: A fish biologist’s perspective of counting salmon from the air

However, every September in the Middle Fork of the Salmon River tributaries, fisheries biologists take to the air to get a different perspective of fisheries.

BASE jumper caught on camera after launching off Mt. Siyeh

A 1965 law forbids “aerial delivery” of people or goods into national parks, but attempts inside Glacier are not unheard of.

Dems hosting BBQ fundraiser Friday

The Kootenai County Democrats in conjunction with the state Democratic Party are hosting the BLUE '22 B.B.Q. at 6 p.m. Friday, July 29, at the Roosevelt Inn, 105 W. Wallace Ave.

ANALYSIS: A social media danger to society

Part three: Changing an opinion

An American pioneer living in the 18th century said, “Lord, grant that I may always be right, for thou knowest I am hard to turn.” That quote sums up much of this article. The pioneer was describing himself as well as almost every human who walks this earth. His “hard to turn” phrase is known today as cognitive bias. It identifies a trait of human behavior in which people accept information coming from a person or group they know, but information from an unknown person or group is viewed with suspicion or rejected.

MLP had not went

Your Mrs. Language Person is something of a fuddy duddy.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

Air used to be free at the gas station

MY TURN: Post Falls School Safety Forum

The Uvalde school shooting is the most recent school shooting; but, unfortunately, will not be the last.

Legals for July, 28 2022

Injury crash on Northwest Boulevard

A Coeur d'Alene police officer investigates a two-vehicle injury-crash on Northwest Boulevard between Hubbard and River avenues about 2:30 p.m. Tuesday.

Energy Department selects Idaho for nuclear test reactor

The Energy Department said it selected its 890-square-mile (2,300-square-kilometer) site in eastern Idaho

Boeing reports Q2 profit but misses Wall Street expectations

Boeing is also faced with the threat of a strike Monday by about 2,500 workers at three of its defense plants in Missouri and Illinois

Fed unleashes another big rate hike in bid to curb inflation

With the November midterm elections nearing, Americans’ discontent has diminished President Joe Biden’s public approval ratings

Amnesty: Taliban crackdown on rights is 'suffocating' women

The report said rates of child, early and forced marriage in Afghanistan are surging under Taliban rule

Idaho sued over law banning abortion after 6 weeks pregnancy

The reproductive health organization also sued in June over Idaho's total abortion ban passed in 2020

Circling Raven Championship • Epson 'Road to the LPGA' Player Spotlight • Grace Kim

The Press will feature one of these players each week leading up to the tournament.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Wait and see with Jimmy G

Anyone in the Seahawks Universe still wondering about all the Jimmy G chat?

LEGION BASEBALL: Lums finish third in Nampa

Coeur d'Alene finishes third in Idaho state AA tournament in Nampa; Lums 17U into semis in Washington tourney

Palaniuk’s lead widens in Bassmaster Angler Of The Year race

The Elite Series field takes to the water again Aug. 18-21 at the Guaranteed Rate Bassmaster Elite at Lake Oahe in South Dakota.

Youth Sports July 27, 2022: Registration upcoming for fall recreational leagues

Scores, results, highlights from local teams, leagues.

Work to begin at I-90 interchange

After several years of planning, construction is set to begin next week on a newly designed Interstate 90 interchange at Highway 41 in Post Falls. The $78 million overhaul aims to reduce deadly accidents and improve traffic flow at one of the region’s busiest interchanges.

'Cowboy code' guides western governors

State leaders say unity is their strength in meeting challenges

The first meeting of the Western Governors Association in three years brought together eight state leaders guided by the “cowboy code.” They finish what they start, said WGA Executive Director Jim Ogsbury. When something needs doing, they do it. It’s not what they say, it’s what they do. Citing the 1934 novel “Code of the West” by Zane Grey, Ogsbury spoke of “unwritten rules centering on hospitality, fair play, loyalty and respect for the land."

Vilsack: National forest management must improve

Death of Post Falls man cited in opening speech at governors meeting

COEUR d’ALENE — The death of a Post Falls man who died in a helicopter crash while fighting a fire was cited as motivation for federal and state governments to do all they can to minimize forest fires. Tom Vilsack, Secretary of Agriculture, said the loss of 41-year-old Thomas Hayes of Post Falls and 36-year-old Jared Bird of Anchorage “emphasizes the important work that we have to do to try to reduce the risk of wildfire. “It's obviously a very tragic circumstance and situation and I just want you to know our thoughts and prayers will continue to be with the families of those who have been lost," he said.

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Joe DuCoeur, Coeur d'Alene Lumbermen

This week's Knudsten Chevrolet Press Athlete of the Week is Coeur d'Alene's Joe DuCoeur.

Fort Ground Grill to stay in business

After North Idaho College trustees approved the $1 million purchase of Fort Ground Grill, the restaurant will remain open. Finalized earlier this month, the sale is for the property and the building in the form of a “clean shell,” without any fixtures or items related to the restaurant. By law, the college cannot pay more than the appraised value of $1 million.

Inland Empire PGA results: July 27, 2022

Results from Monday's Pro-Am at Coeur d'Alene Golf Club.

Staffing shortages prompt changes to 911 services

The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office announced on Tuesday some changes to non-emergency 911 services due to “critical” staffing shortages. “Every effort will be made to answer emergency 911 calls in a timely manner,” a Sheriff’s Office news release said. Non-emergency calls are being sent to a phone tree where callers can leave voicemails. Separate voicemail boxes have been established for animal control calls for both the city of Coeur d’Alene and Kootenai County.

Northwest Notes: July 27, 2022

Updates on Washington State men's basketball, Cougar football and more ...

Disability Action Center sets family day

Celebrates anniversary of Americans with Disabilities Act

Family Day on Friday

Protest targets Gov. Little, Roe v. Wade overturn

Group protests

Eleanor June (Johnston) Smith, 98

Eleanor June Patricia Johnston Smith returned to her heavenly father the morning of Sunday, July 17th, after a brief stint under the kind care of Hospice of North Idaho.

Judy Svee Cannon, 83

Judy was born on April 15, 1939 sharing her birthday with her older sister, Irene, in Butte, Montana -

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Acupuncture for Bell’s Palsy

The first time I treated Bell’s Palsy, that I can remember, was shortly after I was granted my License to perform Acupuncture.

MILITARY SPENDING: Accounting needed in Ukraine

Do you support the U.S. helping Ukraine?

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Unicorn crystal

A fairly recent find from Madagascar, Unicorn Stone is comprised of…

Rita G. Scranton, 57

Beloved wife, mother, sister and friend, Rita G. Scranton, 57, of Spirit Lake, Idaho peacefully passed away on July 19, 2022.

Butterfly release to highlight memorial

Setting butterflies free

GUN LAW CHANGE: Right thing to do

How is it a Takata airbag inflator recall can be greeted with little to no opposition after less than 20 related deaths in the U.S. to date, but we struggle to find common ground with gun laws, especially related to assault weapons, high-capacity magazines and background checks, when there has been 27 school related deaths, the most deadly involving an assault weapon, this year alone in the United States?

Main Street: Unexpected camaraderie a yard sale bonus

Last week’s Main Street column on the subject of beginning the process of uncluttering our home via a yard sale definitely struck a chord with quite a few readers, especially my Baby Boomer peers.

STATISTICIANS: They must be on pot

Inflation at 9.1% — whoa — I don’t think so!

$1.4B BUDGET SURPLUS: Another idea

What to do with it?

Today's Ghastly Groaner

What's the worst thing about eating a clock?

Carpenter new fire chief in Spirit Lake

The Spirit Lake Fire Protection District has a new chief. The fire district announced that Fire Chief Debbie Carpenter will replace retiring Chief John DeBernardi.

ANALYSIS: A social media danger to society

Part two: Lowering Standards for Trusted Information

In the first report of this series, I wrote, “In the past, mass media output, especially newspapers, magazines, and books, were subject to the eyes of readers and other critics who kept a watch on their contents. Today, these information media still have some of this kind of review, but not as much as earlier times.” In a much more rigorous fashion, the same idea holds true for scientific papers and academic manuscripts, including journals. These writings have long been subject to a vital process called “peer review.” It involves the piece being thoroughly examined by experts in the field of the manuscript’s subject matter. This review occurs before the work is published.

EDITORIAL: Make this dream field a reality

Support boosters in quest to give CHS turf.

The stay-at-home dad: Tracking kids via floor hazards

If I left my kids alone in the house for a day, I’d be able to figure out their full slate of activities just based on the status of my kitchen and living room floor.

Marlys A. Tibbitts, 70

Marlys A. Tibbitts, 70, of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, passed away on July 15, 2022, in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.

Netflix’s ‘The Gray Man,’ an ambitious-but-forgettable blockbuster

Fending off competition from at least a half-dozen other streaming services, Netflix hopes big, original blockbusters will keep audiences satiated.

Not-so-good morning

I am not a morning person.

PUBLIC ART: Money could be better spent

In one of the editions of The Press last week was an article about the art work done on the new parking garage downtown.

Carol Marie (Donovan) Kelly, 68

Carol Marie (Donovan) Kelly of Hayden, Idaho was born November 8, 1953, in Oakland, California to Robert D. and Bette L. Donovan.

CDA PD: Doing a tough job well

Reading the front-page article, “Police Openings Take Toll” sent my memories into high gear.

Karen L. Jacklin (Rohrenbach), 82

Born in Redding, California on 9/4/1939 and passed away on 7/17/2022.

COMMENTARY: Idaho needs the Quality Education Act

A citizen’s initiative, the Quality Education Act, will be on the ballot in November. In the initiative big corporations (C Corporations, not S corps or small family owned businesses) will see their taxes returned to 8%. That is still far less tax than you or I pay. Additionally, individuals earning more than $250,000 and married couples earning more than $500,000 will pay a small 4% tax increase on the funds earned over those amounts. If you earn less than $250,000 a year, your taxes will not increase one cent.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Tricks of the trade

For those of us who really enjoy wine it is good to know some tricks that increase that enjoyment.

John Michael Tumilty, 77

John Michael Tumilty, 77, of Post Falls, Idaho passed away July 22, 2022 at the Schneidmiller Hospice House in Coeur d’Alene.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Digestive enzymes may be an effective treatment for OA study finds

Digestive enzymes have become a popular topic in recent years and for good reason.

Jeanne Ann (Raymond) Tompkins, 93

Jeanne Ann (Raymond) Tompkins, 93 years young, departed May 18, 2022.

Regular grooming can keep your cat ‘feline’ fine

Cats are known to be fastidious groomers, but this doesn’t mean they can do it all on their own.

David G. Svee, 62

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

WAR ON DRUGS: Legalizing a better answer

On July 15, our new Common Sense editor Brent Regan wrote about unintended consequences of prohibition and the war on drugs.

Legals for July, 27 2022

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 152: Headlines from 7/23 through 7/26

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 July 23-26.

Boise attorney to face Labrador for Idaho attorney general

Arkoosh is a fourth-generation Idahoan with 44 years of legal experience

Pope in Canada honors grandparents after Indigenous apology

Emotions were still raw in Commonwealth Stadium and a smaller nearby venue as some 50,000 people gathered for Francis’ first big Mass in Canada

102-year-old WWII veteran from segregated mail unit honored

Romay Davis, 102, will be recognized for her service at an event at Montgomery City Hall

US to plant 1 billion trees as climate change kills forests

Many forests regenerate naturally after fires

BIG SKY FOOTBALL KICKOFF: Jason Eck, past and present

First-year Vandal coach looks to restore program's winning ways

“When Terry mentioned that he was a candidate, I was like, I think he’s a really good fit for our conference,” Wistrcill said. “I think he’s like a lot of our other coaches — good, solid people, really hard worker, and I think he’s a really good choice for Idaho. Look forward to working with him.”

BIG SKY FOOTBALL KICKOFF: Montana tabbed Big Sky football preseason favorites by coaches and media

Idaho was picked to finish eighth in the 12-team conference by the coaches, ninth by the media.

LEGION BASEBALL: Lums turn back Pocatello, head to semifinal round

Coeur d'Alene (34-10) faces Idaho Falls (29-9-1) at 9 a.m. PDT, with the winner advancing to face Pocatello (29-14) in the championship game today at noon in Nampa.

Northwest Notes: July 26, 2022

Updates on Gonzaga men's basketball and Washington State football

100 and counting

People urged to take care, during hottest days in more than a year

Lane Morris and Grayson Lefever found a great way to cool off on a 93-degree Monday: Stand under cold water at the McEuen Park splash pad in Coeur d'Alene. They're likely to have lot of company this week. The thermometer is expected to hit triple digits Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, as the hottest days of the year hit North Idaho.

Swimmer goes length of Lake Coeur d'Alene

Kim Bowler reportedly first to accomplish feat

On Sunday afternoon, Kim Bowler began swimming at Heyburn State Park. Twenty-four miles later, she stopped. The Liberty Lake woman was reportedly the first person to swim the length of Lake Coeur d’Alene, finishing on the shores of Tubbs Hill to the cheers of a small crowd of supporters on Monday morning.

Young Republicans expel members

Idaho Young Republicans have expelled two members after a Kootenai County delegate to the state GOP convention allegedly used homeless families as part of a political prank.

Commissioners consider impact fees

County commissioners indicated that they’re open to imposing impact fees on development that include a commitment to hiring more patrol deputies and completing unfinished housing units at the jail. What remains to be seen is whether the county can hire the employees it would have to promise in exchange for the fees.

Think it doesn’t matter? Chaos theory says it can

Thursday’s column explored the ancient African concept of ubuntu — the idea we are all somehow connected, so that compassion for another person is, at heart, an extension of compassion for oneself.

Chip Shots July 26, 2022

Results, news from local golf leagues, tournaments.

Post Falls man convicted in property damage case

Gilbert Marsan was found guilty Friday of two counts of malicious injury to property following a jury trial in Shoshone County. Marsan, 45, of Post Falls, was charged in April of following a multi-agency investigation surrounding locks that were cut in order to access a gated road. Along with his son Austin, Marsan cut the locks in order to drive a Toyota Tacoma into privately owned timber company lands. Following an internal investigation by both the Molpus Woodlands Group and Stimson Lumber – which included video footage – the Bureau of Land Management's Investigative Division worked with the Shoshone County Sheriff’s Office to identify the individuals from the video.

Larry Lewis Martens, 89

Larry Lewis Martens, 89, of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, died July 18, 2022.

Grant will help fund Rathdrum Creek cleanup

The Twin Lakes Flood Control District will receive $8,000 for a debris removal project to remove fallen trees and limbs from the channel of Rathdrum Creek. Total project costs are $16,000.

ANALYSIS: A social media danger to society

Part one: A new breed of journalist

This series of articles examines the social media vendors that are contributing to the undermining, falsifying, and distorting of information on the Internet. This information is being exchanged among millions of users throughout the world. These vendors usually do not create this information, but it flows through their systems.

50 dive in for open swim

Courtney Chase of Coeur d'Alene was the first female finisher in Saturday's open water 2K swim at Sanders Beach. About 50 people ages 18 to 76 participated in the event put on by the Coeur d'Alene Kroc Masters swim team.

Govs meet in Cd'A starting today

The Western Governors' Association's annual meeting is set for today through Thursday at The Coeur d'Alene Resort.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

What does nitrogen become when the sun comes up?

Legals for July, 26 2022

Russia says it wants to end Ukraine's `unacceptable regime'

Lavrov argued that Russia was ready to negotiate a deal to end hostilities in March when Kyiv changed tack and declared its intention to rout Russia on the battlefield

Trump v. DeSantis: Young conservatives debate GOP's future

There’s little doubt that Trump is moving closer to announcing a third presidential campaign

Heat wave to hit Pacific Northwest 1 year after deadly event

Local officials and residents have been scrambling to adjust to longer, hotter heat waves following last summer's deadly “heat dome.”

Fire season gets its start

Wildfire activity sparked by storms, humans

Wildfire season has once again arrived in North Idaho, a little later than usual. Heavy winter snowpack and spring precipitation helped delay this year's fire season, but numerous storms and neglectful humans are helping ramp up forest fire activity.

Rosie Cedar project aims to improve forest health

Not expected to impact wolverines

A 14,000-acre forest health project that includes logging has received a green light from the U.S. Forest Service. The work is not expected to impact wolverines reportedly seen in the area. The Rosie Cedar site is located along the south side of the Interstate 90 corridor between Highway 97 and Highway 3 on the Coeur d'Alene River Ranger District of the Idaho Panhandle National Forests. The Forest Service has prepared a decision notice and finding of "no significant impact," according to a press release.

Reclaim Idaho’s education initiative certified for November election ballot

$300-million-plus per year Quality Education Act will take a simple majority of votes in the general election to pass

California reservoirs continue to struggle

The southwestern portion of the country has been suffering from a 22-year drought.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

The sound from a musician on stage

LEGION BASEBALL: Lums stay alive at state AA tourney

Coeur d’Alene will play the Pocatello Runnin’ Rebels (29-13) today at noon PDT. Pocatello beat the two-time defending American Legion World Series champion Idaho Falls Bandits 11-3 on Sunday, handing the Bandits their first loss of the double-elimination tourney.

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: No strings attached at Big Sky Football Kickoff

It’s more like a version of speed dating, where players and coaches sit at tables around a big room, and the media shuffles from table to table, a few minutes at a time.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: It's worth it for Seahawks to play waiting game on Jimmy G

My sneaky suspicion is that Pete Carroll believes, in his heart of hearts, that great teams create star QBs — and not the other way around.

Hayden celebrates hometown heroes

Hundreds of people lined Government Way on Saturday morning for the Hayden Days “Hometown Heroes” Parade. The parade marked the beginning of the second and final day of the annual celebration, with festivities centered around McIntire Family Park.

Keeping pace with growth

Economy, real estate prices challenge school districts

For decades, steadily growing student populations have driven an ongoing need for Kootenai County school districts to acquire land, build schools and hire more teachers for new classrooms. However, a drastically changing economy is exacerbating those challenges for local school districts. Kootenai County has seen some of the highest population growth of any county in the U.S. over the past decade. This population growth coupled with a low supply of affordable housing has led area realty prices to soar.

Bruchi's coming to Post Falls

Cheesesteak and sandwich restaurant under construction

Business bits for July 24.

Big Sky Hall of Famers honored

The Big Sky Conference honored its inaugural Hall of Fame class on Saturday night at the Davenport Grand Hotel in Spokane.

How to Double Check Your Own Estate Plan

We should all aim to have our legal planning in order, but how do you know if you have what you need in place? And how do you make additions or changes if you need them? Let’s take it step by step. Estate planning consist primarily in putting into place those legal documents that each of us need to deal with what happens if we become incapacitated and what happens when we die. Establishing those documents is just the first step though. You should also be keeping those documents up to date as life goes on. If you have estate planning documents in place and have any doubt about whether those documents are complete or up to date, normally the best thing you could do is to bring them to an estate planning attorney to review and discuss with you.

Huckleberries

Sharing stage with a scene-stealing donkey

Sharing stage with a scene-stealing donkey

ELK POPULATION: Lumber companies, hunters destroying it

Lumber companies and out of state hunters are DESTROYING our elk population and here's how.

ANNIVERSARY: Thanks to couple who paid for meal

My bride of 38 years and I decided to have our anniversary meal at Syringa this evening (July 21).

LEGION BASEBALL: Two-time champs top Lums again

Coeur d’Alene (32-10) will face the Twin Falls Cowboys (25-16) in a loser-out game today at noon PDT. Idaho Falls (28-8-1), winners of the last two American Legion World Series (2021 and 2019), face the Pocatello Runnin' Rebels (28-13) today at 3 p.m.

MY GARDEN PATH: Keep that sunscreen handy

Summer has arrived with a bang…lots of them.

Competition ignites excellence

Richard Petty, the stock-car racing legend, finished second in his very first race.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

A pastor asked a little girl why one should remain quiet in church.

Neighborhood of the Week: Foxtail deals plus new Parkllyn Estates on the horizon in Post Falls

The Foxtail Community in Post Falls represents Architerra Homes’ focus on creating enticing master plan communities with different price points for buyers.

Kenneth 'Ken' Norman Suhr

Kenneth "Ken" Norman Suhr, was born July 2, 1930, in Freemont, Neb., to Martin and Hazel (Hansen) Suhr.

Senior Meals

Senior Meals: July 25-29

EDITORIAL: Pack away the excuses and hit the road

You'll return knowing the country isn't as fractured as you might believe.

POST FALLS: City planners, council gaslighting locals

Just read Friday’s article “We don’t need to drown our culture” about citizens against the proposed 41-acre annexation in Post Falls.

Milestone Announcements

See who's celebrating!

Police openings take toll

Chief White hopes signing bonuses attract new officers

The Coeur d’Alene Police Department has the most openings, 14, since Police Chief Lee White came on board in 2014. "Before, I could fill those openings fairly quickly,” he said. But not now. The impact of so many unfilled police posts has been substantial, including canceled vacations, overtime and officer burnout.

Riding on the wind

Dogsmile Adventures provides sailing therapeutic experiences for all

Dogsmile Adventures provides sailing therapeutic experiences for all

McHugh sets exit date

County commissioners will choose replacement

County commissioners will choose replacement

3Cs celebrate another year of charity

3Cs will distribute $111,550 at their annual Appreciation Luncheon next month.

LEGION BASEBALL: Lums win state opener, face Bandits tonight

Coeur d’Alene (32-9) will face the Idaho Falls Bandits (27-8-1), winners of the last two American Legion World Series in 2021 and 2019, in a second-round game tonight at 6 PDT. Idaho Falls beat the host Nampa Chiefs 16-0.

Convicted killer gets up to life in prison

The Bonners Ferry man convicted of killing 45-year-old Melyssa Schloe could spend the rest of his life behind bars. A jury convicted Victor A. Claus of first-degree murder in May, after about three hours of deliberation. First District Judge Scott Wayman sentenced Claus on Friday to 25 years to life in prison for the crime.

Man likely shot wolf-dog hybrids, not wolves

The animals shot and killed July 10 by a Troy, Mont., man are likely wolf-dog hybrids and not wolves as originally reported. Dillon Tabish, with Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks, advised local media by email Thursday that additional information had come to light after the agency learned of a local resident who was keeping wolf-dog hybrids in close proximity to where the alleged wolves had been shot.

Moscow man convicted of biting cop

A jury handed down a split verdict this week in the case of a law student accused of biting a Post Falls police officer in the midst of an arrest. Moscow resident Kieran Gordon was convicted Wednesday of felony battery on an officer, as well as battery and misdemeanor resisting or obstructing an officer, both felonies. He was found not guilty of a second felony count of battery.

Free rides at carousel on Monday

Carousel craziness

Antiques appraisal benefits museum

Antiques appraise

Barbara Jo Librande, 63

Barbara Jo Librande of Hayden, Idaho, passed peacefully July 17, 2022, in Kootenai Health surrounded by family and friends.

Housing sales slow, listings rise

More than 1,000 single-family homes available in Kootenai County

Housing market cools

Their cross to bear — for 33 miles

Iraq War veteran will lead spiritual journey next weekend

Cross to be carried 33 miles

Northwest Notes July 23, 2022

Note on Reid Hatley, an amateur from Hayden Lake.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

It’s so hot in the shade

March on Tuesday opposes Supreme Court decision

Pro-abortion rally Tuesday

MY TURN: Killing women will never be pro-life

This weekend at a state party convention, the Idaho Republican party has resoundingly voted to sacrifice our daughters, our wives, and our mothers to protect a political concept: absolutely no abortions in Idaho.

Walk Run READ

Literacy Project of North Idaho hosting 5K community event Aug. 6

Literacy Project of North Idaho hosting 5K community event Aug. 6

Water-wise gardens class Tuesday in Cd'A

Water rationing in the home landscape may be a reality in the near future as drought conditions worsen in the western U.S. The University of Idaho, Kootenai County Idaho Master Gardener’s Summer Horticulture Class series is offering a class to home gardeners to help them learn how to create efficient irrigation systems, water more efficiently, and incorporate native, drought-resistant plants into their landscape.

Legals for July, 23 2022

Liz Cheney braces for primary loss as focus shifts to 2024

She has essentially been excommunicated by the Wyoming Republican Party, which voted last year to censure Cheney before deciding to stop recognizing her as a Republican altogether

'A beacon of hope': Ukraine, Russia sign grain export deal

Erdogan hoped it would be “a new turning point that will revive hopes for peace.”

Monkeypox virus could become entrenched as new STD in the US

99% of U.S. cases have been men who reported having sex with other men

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 151: Headlines from 7/20 through 7/22

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, Bonners Ferry Herald, and the Shoshone News-Press from July 20-22.

Firefighting helicopter crashes into Idaho river, 2 on board

The Forest Service said helicopters have been used this week to support ground firefighting resources with water bucket drops

California OKs 'baby bonds' to help combat child poverty

The idea is similar to guaranteed income programs that give cash to low-income people each month with no restrictions on how they can use it

Lee Zeldin, GOP nominee for NY governor, attacked at rally

David Jakubonis, 43, was charged with attempted assault in the second degree, arraigned and then released

SKorea to lift ban on NKorea TV, newspapers despite tensions

Relations between the two Koreas remain strained over North Korea’s torrid run of missile tests this year

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Jerry, resist the urge to trade for Soto

Don’t sell the farm for one nice, gleaming tractor.

LEGION BASEBALL: Lums look to stay on same wavelength through postseason

“The first game I had it in, it kind of threw me off a little bit,” Lums catcher Joe DuCoeur said. “Especially in the first few innings. Then I realized it sped the game up quite a bit faster. Our coach can give more specific details about where he wants the ball."

Lums 17U team on to state

The Lums 17U team opens up state play on Saturday vs. the Kennewick Phantoms at 10 a.m. in Selah, Wash. The Lums enter the tournament with a 42-5-1 record and are looking to repeat as Washington state AA champions.

'We don’t need to drown our culture'

Post Falls residents concerned about possible impacts of potential 41-acre annexation

Life is changing in Post Falls. For some longtime residents, it doesn't feel like it's changing for the better. "I’m putting a lot of the pressure on the city of Post Falls to not take away what we already have,” said Denny Wagoner, who lives on the corner of Greensferry Road and Gallop Lane. Wagoner has lived at his current address since 2005, when that stretch of Greensferry was newly paved. He and his neighbors are concerned about the impacts that a 41-acre annexation directly across Greensferry could have on the quality of life in that area if the plan is approved by the Post Falls City Council. A planning and zoning public hearing for the Joseph Family Trust Annexation request will be held at 5:30 p.m. Monday in the city council chambers, 408 N. Spokane St.

Chamber eyes community connection

ignitecda agrees to $263K funding request for site improvements

Chamber home welcomes more

Homeless shelter says Kootenai County delegate pulled pizza prank

The director of a Twin Falls homeless shelter said David Reilly attempted to make families receiving shelter services the butt of a political prank during the Idaho Republican Party’s convention last week.

Sneakers and smiles

Kids at Boys and Girls club receive hundreds of free shoes

Kegan Strange left no doubt he loved the new Coach shoes he tried on Thursday at the Lola and Duane Hagadone Boys and Girls Club of Kootenai County in Coeur d’Alene. “Really good,” Kegan said as he held the black and blue sneakers in his arms. “Ten of 10. I’ve been needing shoes. I’m very grateful for them.” Which brought a big smile to Rita Case. “I’m so glad,” she said. “It’s so important you get shoes that fit.” Case, president and CEO of Rick Case Automotive Group, funded the giveaway of about 450 pairs of shoes and 900 pairs of socks at the nonprofit club on 15th Street.

School Rocks Backpack Giveaway is July 31

TCC, Wireless Zone stores will donate 140,000 backpacks of school supplies

TCC, Wireless Zone stores will donate 140,000 backpacks of school supplies

Northwest Notes July 22, 2022

Notes on Spokane Chiefs goaltender.

PHD reports 7 more COVID-19 deaths

Study: People in rural areas less trusting government

COVID-19 is still taking a toll in North Idaho. The Panhandle Health District reported 391 new COVID-19 cases in the past week, as well as seven more deaths attributed to the virus, bringing the PHD's virus-related fatalities to 982. It also reported 18 districtwide hospitalizations, up from 11 the previous week.

EDITORIAL: Get out! And broaden your horizons

There's more to be gained than family bonding when you hit the road together.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

My neighbor has a long narrow window overlooking his herb garden.

Fire guts Hayden home

No injuries reported

Home lost to fire

OPINION: A Moon waxes as a Luna wanes

The present-day Republican Party has revealed who it really is and it ain’t pretty. Many of us thought that Tom Luna was way too far to the right, but the newly-elected GOP chair, Dorothy Moon, eclipses Luna by a country mile. Moon’s political beliefs verge on lunacy. Moon has given aid and comfort to the ravings of a pillow merchant who claims the Idaho presidential vote was rigged. She told us during her ill-fated campaign for Secretary of State that Canadians had voted in the Idaho elections. To prove it, she said somebody had told her so. Wonder if it was the pillow peddler.

COMMENTARY: New Moon rising

The Idaho Republican Party’s (IDGOP) biennial convention, held in Twin Falls, wrapped up last Saturday under new leadership with the election of Dorothy Moon (chair), Daniel Silver (1st Vice-Chairman), Mark Fuller (2nd Vice-Chairman), Maria Nate (Secretary), Steve Bender (Treasurer). There were many factors leading to this wholesale replacement, but chief among them was the unilateral action by Chairman Luna to sue Bonneville County days before the May primary. His stated reason was to protect the state party from federal election fines. Most delegates believed it was because of the feud between Melaleuca’s Frank Vandersloot and then congressional candidate Bryan Smith, who is from Bonneville. Vandersloot donated $10,000 to the IDGOP and flew two Washington D.C. lawyers to Idaho to prosecute the case against the Bonneville leadership, who were named personally (including Smith).

'Little Women' opens tonight

Beloved classic novel will come to life on Cd'A Summer Theatre stage

Beloved classic novel will come to life on Cd'A Summer Theatre stage

HOLY MOMENT: Be safe on the water

Hauser Lake has been our home for the past 53 years. We raised three sons who have become educators and an electrical engineer, three special daughters-in-law and six precious grandchildren.

POST OFFICE: Hayden building, landscaping a mess

What’s the deal with the Hayden post office? It used to be a well maintained building with beautiful landscaping, grass and trees — a real compliment to the city of Hayden. The past couple of years it looks just awful. It has overgrown shrubs, weeds, dead trees and never watered.

GAS: Blaming wrong administration

Dick Gardner’s letter to the editor on July 20 is disingenuous, inaccurate, and casts blame for gas price inflation on the wrong administration.

Plein Air Coeur d'Alene competition open now

Environmental-based art contest, exhibition goes through Aug. 7

Environmental-based art competition, exhibition goes through Aug. 7

Moving History Forward — Rutledge Timber Co: Finding 'Lokey'

The Rutledge Timber Company, a part of Potlatch Corp., purchased a large block of white pine on the Marble Creek drainage during the early 1900s.

Ka-Mee-Lin in the community

Day campers visit Post Falls museum, city hall

Day campers visit Post Falls museum, city hall

Family days with firefighters

Northern Lakes pancake feed Saturday, Hauser Fire open house July 30

Northern Lakes pancake feed Saturday, Hauser Fire open house July 30

Sudden squall rains on Opera on the Lake

Wacky weather makes for memorable entertainment experience

Wacky weather makes for memorable entertainment experience

Weekend TV/Radio highlights

Television and radio highlights for upcoming weekend

Kroc Center partners with NomNom to help students

The Salvation Army Kroc Center and the Coeur d’Alene NomNom convenience store and gas station are partnering again for a Backpacks for Kids fundraising event.

Cha-ching!

Post Falls man wins $535K, coveted gold bracelet at World Series of Poker event

Post Falls man wins $535K, coveted gold bracelet at World Series of Poker event

Movie times

Movie times

Legals for July, 22 2022

Rio police raid on favela kills at least 18, sparks anger

Many disagree with the government's strategy for tackling violence and organized crime, an approach that regularly sees deadly police operations

Amid spike in shootings, Portland unveils new initiative

The number of shootings in Oregon’s biggest city soared above 670 in the first half of 2022

FBI: No sign of Jimmy Hoffa under New Jersey bridge

Authorities believe Hoffa disappeared in suburban Detroit in 1975 while meeting with reputed mobsters

Idaho governor taps $1 million to combat illicit fentanyl

Fentanyl is a cheap but potent synthetic opioid that has been behind a major increase in overdose deaths in the United States

Fire damages home

Believed to be caused by improperly disposed cigarettes

Home damaged by fire

Murders up, police staffing way down in Washington state

Washington’s police staffing rate was 1.38 officers per 1,000 residents, well below the national average of 2.33

Vatican says they're gifts; Indigenous groups want them back

The Vatican says the feathered headdresses, carved walrus tusks, masks and embroidered animal skins were gifts to Pope Pius XI

Housing market chills as mortgage rates, prices scare buyers

The rate on a 30-year mortgage averaged around 5.54% this week, according to mortgage buyer Freddie Mac; a year ago it was close to 2.78%

ISP investigating fatal Cd'A crash

Idaho State Police are investigating a vehicle collision that killed two people Wednesday afternoon in Coeur d’Alene. The crash occurred just after noon at the corner of Government Way and Canfield Avenue when the driver of a Toyota Highlander traveling south on Government Way initiated a left turn onto Canfield and collided with a three-wheel Can-Am motorcycle traveling north on Government Way.

LEGION BASEBALL: Schneider: Belting it on the mound, as well as the mic

“It was like nothing I’ve ever done,” Schneider said. “I was just looking around the stadium and seeing 8,000 people around you, it was a little nerve wracking. If you mess up during the national anthem, it’s not a good thing. You kind of have to be perfect, and each time I’ve done it, I’ve been perfect.”

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Lenz, T-Wolves kept it together through the years

“It’s not easy to resign,” Lenz said. “I loved it, I loved coaching. We won a lot of ball games. Being a part of something for 10 years, it takes a lot of energy and a lot of things … We’ve had some tough luck, but it was fun. Man, it was fun.”

‘Stay away from the water’

After teen drowns, authorities warn of dangerous waters near Corbin Park

After 14-year-old Spokane resident Henry Jack drowned Saturday in the river near Corbin Park, authorities are urging the public to stay out of the water. The boy was at least the seventh person to drown in that stretch of the Spokane River within the last 12 years.

The magic of Minnie McDonald

St. Vincent de Paul employee dies at 96

Minnie McDonald holds a record that will never be broken. The strongest of athletes, the smartest of scholars, the brightest of business leaders won't get there: 50 years with St. Vincent de Paul North Idaho. "Fifty years with a company is one thing, yet do the math," said Larry Riley, St. Vincent de Paul's executive director. "Ninety-six, less 50 is 46. Most folks in their midd-40s are thinking of giving you about 15. Not Minnie. She gave us 50." "Unbelievable," he added. McDonald, 96 died July 8.

Northwest Notes July 21, 2022

Updates on Idaho, Boise State football

Remembering the fallen, honoring those still here

Wreaths Across America mobile exhibit comes to Post Falls

Wreaths Across America mobile exhibit comes to Post Falls

Corkill announces candidacy for NIC trustee seat

Brad Corkill, longtime Kootenai County resident and business owner, announced Wednesday that he is running for the Zone 2 seat on the North Idaho College Board of Trustees. For 34 years, Corkill has been the owner and operator of Whiteman Lumber in Cataldo, which is the oldest continually operating sawmill in Idaho. He also served eight years on the Idaho Fish and Game Commission, with two of those years as chairman.

AT COLLEGE: July 21, 2022

Updates on area athletes at the next level.

Cruising on calm waters

Lake ride

Council OKs $10M water tank project

Additional water storage needed on the northeast side of the city

The Coeur d’Alene City Council gave the green light for a water tank project that could cost the city more than $10 million. The 2 million-gallon tank is proposed to be built at the end of Thomas Lane.

Taking time to avoid wildfires

Avista announces prevention measures that may increase some outage times

It may take more time for power outages to be restored this summer, but it’s a temporary trade-off Avista is making to help protect its Washington and Idaho service area from wildfires following service outages. The utility company announced Wednesday that it is undertaking precautionary measures in response to dry summer conditions.

Run for fun - and shoes, too

Running Shoes 4 Kids will have its annual day of races and more on Saturday at Volunteer Park in Spirit Lake as it celebrates "10 years of running for kindness."

Running Shoes 4 Kids will have its annual day of races and more on Saturday at Volunteer Park in Spirit Lake as it celebrates "10 years of running for kindness."

PHD: Salmonella outbreak linked to backyard poultry

Salmonella outbreak reported

Two die in crash

SUV, motorcycle collide at Government Way and Canfield Avenue

Two people reportedly died in an accident at the intersection of Canfield and Government Way on Wednesday.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

My wife likes it when I blow air on her when she's hot

'I am because you are'

That’s ubuntu: The belief that we are defined by our compassion and humanity toward others. A spirit of togetherness. Of our ability to work with one another and achieve more. An acknowledgement that no action one takes affects only the one.

Two bears killed after getting into trash

Said to be 'aggressive'

Bears put down

GPS takes visitors the wrong way

Bad GPS directions led visitors to an unused bridge — and left them lost in a remote section of the county.

Quick thinking saves life in Peterson Hill crash

A Boundary County man was taking a bath when he heard a crash. At first, the man, who asked that his name not be used because he did not want recognition, told the Bonners Ferry Herald that he thought it was a gunshot.

A lot to be thankful for in beautiful Kootenai

After what seemed like a longer-than-usual spring, summer is here

LEGION BASEBALL: Class AA state tournament glance

Game schedules for this week's tournament at Rodeo Park in Nampa.

Legals for July, 21 2022

Despair and poverty fuel drug use in Afghanistan

Drug users can be found around Kabul, living in parks and sewage drains, under bridges and on open hillsides

Sky-high diesel prices squeeze truckers, farmers, consumers

Diesel fuel is averaging $5.50 a gallon nationally

Pickup driver hits family in Montana, kills 2 with shotgun

The assailant, Derick Amos Madden, 37, had been in a prior relationship with the woman who killed him and had mental health issues

Pfennigs drafted by Oakland in 13th round

Former Post Falls High star ready to embark on pro career

“It doesn’t really even feel real yet; I’m sure when I get on that plane and head to Arizona, it’ll kick in more,” Pfennigs said. “I’ve been through this process once in high school, I went through it last year, kinda. It feels good to get it over with, and start the pro career. I’m excited.”

Circling Raven Championship • Epson 'Road to the LPGA' Player Spotlight • Alexa Pano

The Press will feature one of these players each week leading up to the tournament.

Youth Sports July 20, 2022

Scores, highlights from local youth teams, leagues.

Peak men's tennis team wins at sectionals

The Peak Hayden USTA men's team won the Pacific Northwest Sectionals 55+ tournament, held in the Tri-Cities June 24-26.

Viking Field of Dreams

Coeur d'Alene High athletics field to receive $1.4 million overhaul

Coeur d'Alene High athletics field to receive $1.4 million overhaul

Cd'A considering property tax hike

But with lower levy rates, property taxes still expected to drop

The City Council in a 5-1 vote agreed to consider a 3% property tax increase, and set the proposed 2022-23 budget at no higher than $123 million during a workshop on Tuesday.

Spirit Lake holds course on ARPA money

Five residents call on council to accept government funds

The Spirit Lake City Council recently held its course in rejecting American Rescue Plans Act money. The council held a public hearing July 12 at City Hall to hear from people on the issue. About 25 people attended the meeting.

Post Falls school, safety leaders hold public forum

Superintendent, first responders field questions from community

Superintendent, first responders field questions from community

Ride, 3Cs, ride

Charitable group visits carousel, prepares to approve $100K in grants

Coeur d'Alene group visits carousel, prepares to approve $100K in grants

Notices

Notices

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Suzanne Endsley, Hayden

Suzanne Endsley of Hayden is this week's Knudsten Chevrolet Press Athlete of the Week.

Make Sure Your Estate Planning Attorney Knows If You Own Real Property In More Than One State

I often meet with clients who own real property in multiple states. Maybe they are snowbirds with primary residence in Idaho, and winter property in Arizona, or California. Sometimes my clients own investment properties such as rentals in states other than Idaho. Whatever the case may be, owning real property in more than one state can be a problem after your death if you don’t want your estate tied up in probate court.

RIVER RESCUE: Gratitude and a warning

On July 16, our family of nine adults experienced the danger mentioned in the Coeur d’Alene article about floating the North Fork of the Coeur d’Alene River.

Marna Dolores Nelson, 97

Marna was a luminous soul who touched many with her caring heart. Marna was born on August 12, 1924, in Shelton Nebraska, and passed away on July 17, 2022.

Max W. Wilson, 94

Max W. Wilson passed away at Schneidmiller House on July 13, 2022.

NIC to host second Accessibility Camp Coeur d'Alene

Symposium will be Aug. 3, 4 on main campus

Symposium will be Aug. 3, 4 on main campus

The stay-at-home dad: Online kids — NASA, stand-up comedy and Magic Tree Houses

I’ve never been particularly interested in popular opinion, especially if I find that opinion to be lazy.

SCHOOL LEVY: A ‘no’ vote

I would like a no vote for the SD271 bond issue.

NIGHT COURT: Better solution

The majority of the KCBOCC wants to spend MILLIONS on a new justice center with more courtrooms for the poor judges who evidently might have to share their chambers with another judge.

THANKS: Will pay it forward

We would like to thank the two ladies in Post Falls who paid for our dinner.

Movies at midyear

Best of 2022 so far

With so many prestige flicks released at the end of the year, movies from the first half tend to be underrepresented on year-end Top 10 lists.

Removing stuff will be so satisfying

Too much, for far too long

Too much, for far too long

EDITORIAL: Message from conservatives to conservatives

It's time to move past the November 2020 presidential election.

Jeffrey Reid Ryen, 57

On July 11th 2022, Jeffrey Reid Ryen succumbed to brain injuries and respiratory failure.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

Did you hear about the racing snail who got rid of his shell?

Patchwork orange

It’s patchwork time.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — What to do with a new crystal

Firstly, congrats on your new crystal buddy I'm sure you will make fast friends!

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — M & A

In just the last few months mergers and acquisition activity in the wine industry, specifically in the very high end of the wine industry in Napa Valley, has captured two of the most storied wineries in Northern California.

Northwest Notes July 20, 2022

Registration underway for fall adult softball leagues

Donna Jeanne Galipeau (LoCelso), 83

Donna Jeanne Galipeau (LoCelso) born June 7, 1938, in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, entered into rest April 19, 2022.

Theodore C. “Ted” “Butch” Johnson, 82

Ted was born on November 20th, 1939, in Colville, WA. to Ted and Shirley Johnson.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Root cause solutions for seasonal allergies

Whether you have suffered from allergies your whole life, or have only recently developed symptoms, allergies can make you miserable!

James “Jim” Edwin Ellison, 66

James “Jim” Edwin Ellison was born September 2nd 1955 in Kenosha Wisconsin to Duane and Joan (May) Ellison.

GOP RESOLUTIONS: Where is the common sense?

I see that Idaho’s Republican Party has come up with the same “official” resolution that Texas did, totally accepting Trump’s “Big Lie” that Biden is not the legitimate president.

Donald Joseph Fraser, 84

Donald Joseph Fraser left this world on June 30th 2022, after a battle with cancer.

COMMENTARY: Public lands belong to all of us

...a handful of well-positioned Idaho politicians with help from some out-of-state financial backers want to take control of public land in order to sell it off to developers

GAS PRICES: Don’t blame Russia

Anyone with a brain should be able to figure out what is going on and who is responsible for the current inflation we are having to endure.

ZONING: Could mean more apartments

While the article on the hearing is appreciated, an important fact was omitted from it.

Kathryn Ann (Park) Holt, 81

Kathryn Ann (Park) Holt, 81 of Twin Lakes, Idaho died peacefully at home on June 25, 2022 surrounded by family.

Handling gastric ulcers in horses

Stomach ulcers are often associated with stress, but they can also be caused by a variety of factors, including diet and medications. For horses, Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome (EGUS) is a common condition that is often diagnosed without its true cause ever being known.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Pain in the hands, may be radiculopathy

“Cervical radiculopathy is the clinical description of when a nerve root in the cervical spine becomes inflamed or damaged, resulting in a change in neurological function.”

Legals for July, 20 2022

California woman victim of rare predatory grizzly attack

About an hour before the mauling, the bear had approached the tents of Lokan and a Texas couple who were camping behind a museum. They were able to scare the bear away

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 150: Headlines from 7/16 through 7/19

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 July 16-19.

Texas school shooter left trail of ominous warning signs

Failing grades soon were accompanied by frequent absences — more than 100 a year beginning in 2018

UK breaks record for highest temperature as Europe sizzles

The U.K. Met Office weather agency registered a provisional reading of 104.5 degrees Fahrenheit at Coningsby in eastern England

Toddler, 2 more kids among 6 killed in Montana highway crash

There were 29 people in the 21 vehicles from nine states and one Canadian province that crashed and the six people who died were in three different vehicles

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Ty who? It's France who has been holding the M's together

Prior to the Mariners finding their mojo and zooming up into a bona fide wild-card spot, Ty France was the rock holding everything together.

Big Sky Football Kickoff schedule announced

Event in Spokane begins Saturday, runs through Monday

World War II planes arrive in Coeur d'Alene for tours, rides

The B-25, “Maid in the Shade,” and the B-17, “Sentimental Journey,” will be available for rides and ground tours through Sunday as part of The Flying Legends of Victory Tour.

Patriot Front members plead not guilty

Defendants appeared via Zoom

Defendants appeared via Zoom

'Seed' gives life to garage wall

City dedicates latest public art project

City dedicates latest public art project

U of I Coeur d’Alene announces new CEO

Shasta College's Andrew Fields to oversee university programs in Coeur d'Alene

Shasta College's Andrew Fields to oversee university programs in Coeur d'Alene

Northwest Notes July 19, 2022

Notes on Zags, M's, Cougs, others

Polls: Supreme Court gets mixed reviews

The close of the Supreme Court’s 2022 term this month was, as always, not without controversy.

OPINION: Beguiled and ensorceled

For me, few books are as important as J. R. R. Tolkien’s “Lord of the Rings”. Written by a WW I veteran, Oxford language professor, devout Catholic, and lover of Nordic and Saxon culture, this trilogy explores the challenges faced by anyone who chooses to serve the good in life.

Chip Shots July 18, 2022

Scores, news from local leagues, tournaments.

THE VETERANS' PRESS: North Idaho Resource Directory

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

Still no monkeypox in North Idaho

The virus has been confirmed in Oregon and Washington

THE VETERANS' PRESS: VA nursing homes, assisted living and home health care

As a veteran, you may be able to get assisted living, residential (live-in) or home health care through VA.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

I'm not a big fan of monkey bars.

THE VETERANS' PRESS: Benefits available for dependents and survivors

VA honors the sacrifices of servicemembers’ and veterans’ dependents and survivors through many benefit programs…

Ewell “Allen” Favini, 51

Ewell “Allen” Favini, recently of Post Falls, died in his home on Saturday, July 9, 2022. He was 51 years old.

THE VETERANS' PRESS: If you lost your job due to the COVID-19 pandemic, training may be available

Hey veterans, did you know if you lost your job due to the COVID-19 pandemic, training may be available.

THE VETERANS' PRESS: VA pension for survivors

This Memorial Day, as we honor the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military, we also remember the families they left behind.

THE VETERANS' PRESS: VA Health Care: Why me? Why now?

Enrollment in VA health care gives you access to world-class medical care through the nation’s largest integrated health system.

THE VETERANS' PRESS: 'Dog Tag Tales'

The history of military dog tags

My best friend recently got a brand new necklace and pendant.

THE VETERANS' PRESS: Hey Idaho veterans! Did you know?

Since Nov. 10, 2014, veterans who present valid documentation showing proof of honorable discharge from military service will be provided veteran designation on their Idaho Driver’s license or state-issued identification card.

Movers and Shakers

Locals officials elected to serve Association of Idaho Cities

Locals officials elected to serve Association of Idaho Cities

Stephen E. West

It is with extreme sadness that we announce the passing of Stephen E. West.

Legals for July, 19 2022

Researchers say Thai pro-democracy activists hit by spyware

Those whose devices were attacked were either involved in the protests in 2020-2021

Police laud actions of man who killed Indiana mall attacker

'Many more people would have died last night if not for a responsible armed citizen'

6 members of white supremacist group appear in Idaho court

In Coeur d’Alene, police found riot gear, one smoke grenade, shin guards and shields inside the van after pulling it over near a park

Help keep Robin home

At just 52, Hayden man with MS seeks stem cell transplant to avoid assisted living

At just 52, Hayden man with MS seeks stem cell transplant to avoid assisted living

Post Falls to consider 9-plus acre annexation request

Site is at northwest corner of Early Dawn Avenue, Zorros Road

Site is at northwest corner of Early Dawn Avenue, Zorros Road

There's another active supervolcano that is being watched

Here in the Inland Northwest, when we think of a supervolcano, the most famous one that comes to mind is Yellowstone.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

How do you keep your sleeping bag from getting stretched out?

LEGION BASEBALL: Lums top Twins for AA district title

Cd'A 17U team wins Washington district title

In the Washington Class AA district tournament, the Lums 17U team won the title and the Lums 16U squad finished fourth, one spot away from a berth to state.

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: After coming to Idaho with 'no expectations,' Friesz keeps earning honors — all these years later

“I had no expectations,” Friesz said of playing at Idaho. “When I first got there, I was out of place. Far down on the depth chart, fifth or sixth, not getting any reps, looking at all these guys that could run and jump and throw and catch, and they were big and strong. I just thought, ‘What am I doing here?’

LEGION BASEBALL: Lums, Twins split to force deciding AA game today

Game 3 is today at Harris Field at Lewiston, tentatively scheduled for 4 p.m.

LITTLE LEAGUE: Coeur d'Alene 11U forces deciding game at state

Coeur d'Alene's 11U all-stars scored in the bottom of the sixth inning to beat North Boise 5-4 on Saturday at Airport Park, squaring their best-of-3 series for the state title at one game apiece.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Pac-12 free fall could have a safe landing

Since I am a lifetime, card-carrying optimist, I believe there will be fire department rescue crews waiting on the street, and the falling Cougar will be saved.

ARENACROSS: Arenacross at the Kootenai County Fairgrounds

Arenacross at the Kootenai County Fairgrounds

Patriot Front suspects to appear in court Monday

Court dates planned through August

Court dates planned through August

A real dreamboat

Syd Young launches new boat-building venture

Syd Young launches new, wooden boat-building venture

'Awesome town' celebration

Thousands line Main Street for Rathdrum Days Parade

Parade in Rathdrum a hit

Jolene Tinkey, 71

Beautiful and loving until the very end, Jolene went home to be with the Lord on July 8, 2022, after enduring a year of ovarian cancer.

Walter C Johnson Jr., 83

Walter C. Johnson Jr. passed away July 4th, 2022. Walt was born May 30th, 1939 in Pittsburgh, Kansas.

Penny Joyce (Hickman) Simmons, 75

Penny Joyce (Hickman) Simmons, 75, of Post Falls died Monday, June 27.2022.

CDA Chamber Summer

Behind the scenes

Behind the scenes

Stanley Earl Parks, Jr. “Stan the Man”, 71

Stanley Earl Parks Jr., “Stan the Man”, 71, of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, passed away on Dec. 31, 2021.

Stop reacting and start responding

Wishing to encourage her young son's progress on the piano, a mother took her little boy to a concert featuring the famous pianist, Paderewski.

Getting ahead in half the time

U of I associate degrees are market driven

Learning to operate logging equipment, assess fuels that could accelerate wildfires, or grow pine seedlings for reforestation often requires years of on-the-job training.

Neighborhood of the Week: Staying positive — benefits of a cooler summer market

Let’s start with the bad news.

IDAHO: Keep it conservative

In Friday’s Coeur d’Alene Press comes to us fine conservative citizens Chuck Malloy’s puff piece about the Democrats inviting us to join their liberal platform, and a letter by Brad St. John criticizing the Republican party.

EDITORIAL: First, make most of what you've got

It's budget season for most county taxing entities

EDUCATION: Don’t spend for it

We are told that a measure for $300 million for education will be on the Nov. 8 ballot.

Dorothy Eleanor Peak, 100

Dorothy Eleanor Peak, 100, of Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, passed away at the Schneidmiller Hospice House on June 14, 2022.

Hatley, Drake four shots back after 36 at Rosauers

The 54-hole tournament concludes today.

Huckleberries

'An explosion of joy'

'An explosion of joy'

Milestone Announcement

See who's celebrating!

CIVILITY: Need to get back to it

Lynn Fleming, I don’t disagree with you about the language used on some bumper stickers being offensive to some people.

Senior Meals

Senior Meals: July 18-22

Making a splash

Black Sheep showroom Water World is now open

Business bits for July 17.

WEATHER: From sunshine to rain, thunder

If you have lived in Coeur d’Alene for 20 years, then you know how difficult it is to be accurate on the weather forecast.

James Harry Howell, 94

Jim was born in Buffalo, N.Y., to Lucille and Harry Howell, along with his older sister, Phyllis

Today's Ghastly Groaner

What’s a cat’s favorite button on the TV remote?

Ocasio-Cortez navigates the expectations that come with fame

The intensity of interest in Ocasio-Cortez — and the sometimes misplaced belief that she can solve any problem — is on display during her visits to the district

Diesel lacking for Cuba drivers as fuel used for electricity

A series of recent power blackouts caused public grumbling and led Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel to try to explain the situation on national television and tour thermoelectric plants

2 kids among 6 dead in Montana highway pileup, 8 others hurt

The crash was reported around 4:30 p.m., as 21 vehicles, including six commercial semi-trucks, lost control in the dust storm that was fueled by gusts topping 60 mph

PF man dies following motorcycle crash

Another man was injured

Another man was injured

Man killed in golf cart crash

ISP officials said the driver of a golf cart lost control of the vehicle while traveling southbound on West Lakeshore Road, causing it to roll over.

Caught in a pickle: The Coeur d'Alene Classic pickleball tournament

The 2022 Coeur d'Alene Classic pickleball tournament at Cherry Hill Park continues Saturday with mixed doubles tournaments, and concludes Sunday with men's and women's doubles.

Mental health crisis hotline launches

Now dial 988 for help

Now dial 988 for help

Lightning strikes sailboat

People rush to douse fire at Silver Beach Marina

Sailboat scorched

Beware dangerous North Fork water hazard

Downed tree, near-drownings spark jurisdictional debate

Downed tree, near-drownings spark jurisdictional debate

Catholics on pilgrimage to Cataldo

Will cover 50 miles in three days

Will cover 50 miles in three days

LEGION BASEBALL: Lums 17U, 16U teams to square off for berth at state

The loser is still eligible for a state berth, as three teams advance to state.

Step Up for Down Syndrome is July 23

All-inclusive event will feature family activities, entertainment, raffle drawings

All-inclusive event will feature family activities, entertainment, raffle drawings

Today's Ghastly Groaner

Why do gardeners plant bulbs?

Northwest Notes July 16, 2022

News on local golfers and former NIC basketball coaches.

Movers & Shakers

Movers & Shakers: July 15

Montana man kills two wolves in his barn

There are two fewer wolves on the prowl in Lincoln County, after a man shot two wolves attacking his goats.

Jimmie Bailey

We lost our sweet, beloved baby brother on June 20, 2022.

MASTER GARDENER: Harvesting greens and root vegetables

Time to get those early-season greens and root vegetables harvested

As summer begins to heat up, it’s time to get those early-season greens and root vegetables harvested.

MY TURN: A measured response

Cd'A represents all residents

Gas station shooter convicted of multiple felonies

Sterkel found guilty of assault, battery with weapon and other charges following five-day jury trial

Sterkel found guilty of assault, battery with weapon and other charges following five-day jury trial

Legals for July, 16 2022

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 149: Headlines from July 13-15

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, Bonners Ferry Herald, and the Shoshone News-Press from July 13-15

Retail sales up 1% in June, easing fears of a recession

The solid figures bold well for the back-to-school shopping season, the second largest sales period behind the winter holidays

Officials suggest pipeline company hid problems after spill

The accidents came a few years after an Exxon-Mobil oil pipeline broke beneath the Yellowstone during flooding

Idaho Republicans poised to reject 2020 election results

Souza says leadership a key issue at three-day convention

Republican Party Chair Tom Luna is being challenged by Republican Rep. Dorothy Moon

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Royals' lack of caring could affect Mariners

The Royals have known for months that this trip was coming, and they knew who had refused the vaccine. Yet the club did not call up any players to help fill spots, or do anything, really, except admit that they didn’t care so much because they’re no good.

LEGION BASEBALL: Robinett, Wysong lead Northern Lakes in district opener

Meanwhile, Coeur d'Alene's 17U and 16U teams advanced to bracket play in district play in Washington.

Metal detection wands in schools?

Lakeland starts discussion; Post Falls to hold safety seminar Monday

Lakeland starts discussion; Post Falls to hold safety seminar Monday

NIC trustees approve president’s contract

Board also votes to buy Fort Ground Grill

Follow the leader

Bob Jones named Rathdrum Days Parade grand marshal

Bob Jones named Rathdrum Days Parade grand marshal

Local ladies earn accolades from Idaho Business Review

Amador, Keen, Brown, Brady are 2022 Women of the Year honorees

Amador, Keen, Brown, Brady are 2022 Women of the Year honorees

Weekend TV/Radio highlights

Television and radio highlights for upcoming weekend.

Wreaths Across America exhibit coming to North Idaho

Mobile education unit will be at Newby-ginnings Wednesday

Mobile education exhibit will be at Newby-ginnings Wednesday

GOP PLATFORM: Bad look for Idaho

Please opine of the asinine and embarrassing resolution Idaho again proposes to illegitimize the 2020 election.

CDA Firefighters Remember Richard “Dick” Gaines

Gaines died while responding to a fire on Sherman Avenue in 1951

Gaines died while responding to a fire on Sherman Avenue in 1951

A new life for Little Foot

Dog flies from Kauai to home in Coeur d'Alene

Dog flies from Kauai to home in Coeur d'Alene

COVID-19 positivity rate still surging in Kootenai County

Hospitalizations remain low

virus on the rise

UGLY MESSAGES: Civility and respect needed

I think when the Founders gave Americans the right to free speech they lived in a society of honor and respect.

Dazzling divas

'What She Said' concert at 7 p.m. Saturday at the JACC

Women's perspectives to be shared, celebrated on stage Saturday at the JACC

Funky dance concert

No Soap, Radio to play Music Conservatory of Cd'A tonight

No Soap, Radio to play Cd'A Music Conservatory tonight

Tax tip could save you grief galore

Most people upset about their property's assessed value shouldn't be.

City installing overhead detection systems on Sherman Avenue

Traffic flow expected to improve at Seventh, 11th doesn't record vehicles

Traffic flow expected to improve at 7th, 11th doesn't record vehicles

Today's Ghastly Groaner

How do you make a small fortune on horse racing?

COMMENTARY: The problem is the solution

There are always unintended consequences to consider

There are always unintended consequences to consider

OPINION: Democrats look to broaden appeal

Disgruntled Republicans welcome to join Idaho Dems

Disgruntled Republicans welcome to join Idaho Dems

SCOTUS: Shallow analysis

Sholeh Patrick's article in the July 7 Coeur d'Alene Press focused on recent SCOTUS decisions that, as she sees it, rescinded certain rights, at least one of which (abortion) was “granted by the court."

Movie times

Movie times

Inland Northwest Opera takes to the lake Sunday, Monday

'Don Pasquale' features beautiful music, lighthearted story

'Don Pasquale' features beautiful music, lighthearted story

Legals for July, 15 2022

Protesters retreat as Sri Lankan president sends resignation

Protesters have pressed for both men to leave and for a unity government to address the economic calamity that has triggered widespread shortages of food, fuel and other necessities

Congress honors WWII hero of Iwo Jima with ultimate salute

It served as recognition for a generation of heroes, now dwindling in numbers, who fought in World War II

Idaho Republicans poised to reject 2020 election results

Among the other proposed Idaho Republican Party resolutions this week is one calling for not recognizing “imaginary identities,” a resolution aimed at transgender people

Montana rejects library logo over similarity to pride flag

Library staff and some commissioners said the logo symbolizes the work they do

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Legion ball seems kinda foreign anymore

There was once as many as seven teams in the class "AA" North Idaho League. Now there are two.

LEGION BASEBALL: Lums bounce back in nightcap for split

Class AA Area A best-of-3 series opens Saturday at Thorco Field at 3 and 5 p.m.

Honeysuckle boat launch to stay put

Council to hold workshop on reducing usage at popular Hayden lake beach

Council to hold workshop on reducing usage at popular Hayden lake beach

The law of the land

Constitution exhibit will be at Cd'A library through August

Constitution exhibit will be at Cd'A library through August

PF woman wins NIC Foundation raffle house

Winner has purchased tickets almost every year since 2004

Winner has purchased tickets almost every year since 2004

Commissioners weigh insurance benefits

No cost increase for county employees in 2023, new programs possible

No cost increase for county employees in 2023, new programs possible

Warm welcome for Lakeland superintendent

Trustees present Arnold with plaque, flowers during board meeting

Trustees present Arnold with plaque, flowers during board meeting

Northwest Notes July 14, 2022

The Coeur d'Alene Classic pickleball tournament begins today at Cherry Hill Park.

Make Sure Your Life Insurance Compliments Rather Than Complicates Your Estate Plan

Life insurance is a valuable tool to protect your family, and potentially your business interests after your death.

At College/In the Pros: July 14, 2022

Updates on area athletes at the next level.

More Metallica money

NIC enters fourth year as part of Metallica Scholars Initiative

NIC enters fourth year as part of Metallica Scholars Initiative

Finally, 90

String of hot days coming up

String of hot days coming up

SHOLEH: Sho’nuff y’all good

Well slap my head and call me silly: “Y’all” is, and y’all are, retaking yon claim to fame in American English.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

A duck, a skunk and a deer went out to dinner at a restaurant one night.

'Seed of Life' to be dedicated Monday

art dedication on monday

MY TURN: Green future will likely include renewable resources

New ways of storing energy emerging all the time

New ways of storing energy emerging all the time

'Gatsby' raises $63K for museum

Fundraising drive continues for new home

Fundraising drive continues for new home

Legals for July, 14 2022

Cd'A police investigating homicide

Victim found in residence in Cd'A Place neighborhood

Victim found in residence in Cd'A Place neighborhood

Police seek help identifying dead man

The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office has asked the public to help identify a man who was found dead in April.

Wildfires scorch parts of Europe amid extreme heat wave

About 6,500 people have been evacuated from campgrounds and villages in the forested area

US inflation reached a new 40-year high in June of 9.1%

Some economists have held out hope that inflation might be reaching a short-term peak

Amazon handed Ring footage to police without user consent

Markey’s office said the findings show a close relationship between Ring and law enforcement and a proliferation of police using the platform

Lt. Gov. McGeachin OKs big pay boost for Idaho GOP official

Lawmakers each year consider raises for state workers, this year approving raises of more than 7%

Youth Sports July 13, 2022

Results, highlights, news from local teams, leagues, groups.

Circling Raven Championship • Epson “Road to the LPGA” Tour Player Spotlight • Lucy Li

Circling Raven Golf Club in Worley will host the second Circling Raven Championship in August.

LEGION BASEBALL: Northern Lakes splits, but still lands top seed to districts

Both Northern Lakes and the North Idaho Lakers finished 8-2 in league, but the Mountaineers will be the top seed to the Class A Area A tournament, based on run differential between the two teams in their two league games Tuesday.

Northwest Notes July 13, 2022

News on Coeur d'Alene High standout Kinsey Middleton and upcoming SilverHoops 3-on-3 basketball tournament.

Wedded bliss over beer cans

Dalton Gardens man giving up collection that flows back to his childhood

Dalton Gardens man giving up collection that flows back to his childhood

41-acre annexation proposed in Post Falls

Hearing July 25; public comment deadline Monday

Hearing July 25; public comment deadline Monday

Hayden Canyon Charter announces new administrator

Bill Rutherford is the school's new leader

Bill Rutherford is the school's new leader

Man gets prison for child porn

Spokane man convicted of possessing child sexual abuse material received the maximum sentence for the crime.

Spokane man convicted of possessing child sexual abuse material received the maximum sentence for the crime

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Creighton Lehosit, Timbers North FC

This week's Knudsten Chevrolet Press Athlete of the Week is Creighton Lehosit

KEA marks 50 years with lecture

Brinkley to talk about 'Silent Spring Revolution'

KEA marks 50 years with lecture

Phillip “Nick” Chapman, 38

Phillip “Nick” Chapman, 38, of Rathdrum, Idaho passed away on July 4, 2022 in Kingston, Idaho.

Deborah “Debbie” Gail Sheaffer, 58

Deborah “Debbie” Gail Sheaffer passed away July 5, 2022, in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.

Your Estate Planning Attorney Retired Before You Died? How Rude!

So, you've done the responsible thing - you've worked with an estate planning attorney to get everything in order to avoid problems if you become incapacitated, or upon your death

Inland Empire PGA results: July 13, 2022

Results from Monday's Pro-Am at Twin Lakes Village Golf Club.

William Vern Gadberry, 63

William ‘Will’ Gadberry, 63, of Post Falls, Idaho, son of Gene and Jean Gadberry (Murphy) passed away July 6th, 2022.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Acupuncture: It doesn’t hurt!

I met up with a delightful lady today that I hadn’t seen (as a patient) in many years.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Using a tarot reading to manifest a better outcome

If you have ever done a tarot reading with the Celtic Cross spread, you are probably familiar with that "moment of truth" feeling as the final Most Likely Outcome card is revealed.

TRUMP: Things were better then

WHINING LIBERALS I am sick and tired of reading and hearing on the mainstream media about how bad President Trump was.

LABOR SHORTAGE: Another take

Interesting editorial in Sunday’s paper about the labor shortage.

Spectacle on the small (er) screen — ‘RRR,’ ‘The Sea Beast’

Two of the biggest adventures of the summer (including a kid-friendly one) are available now to stream on Netflix.

POLICE BLOTTER: Bring it back

Where did the police blotter go?

Idaho Constitution exhibit visits CDA

Unveiling scheduled Wednesday at library

Constitution exhibit comes to Coeur d'Alene

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — The importance of electrolytes

Unless you live under a rock, you noticed that it has been a little hot the last week or so.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

I've been investing in stocks.

Confidently caring for pets after surgery

From routine spays and neuters to dealing with unexpected health conditions, surgery is a nearly inevitable part of pet ownership.

Trojans power Post Falls parade

Post Falls Trojans were everywhere in the parade, which is pretty cool since it’s summer vacation and normally students are scattered hither and yon.

Editorial: Here's why labor shortage is pucker material

Distant Algeria offers interesting link

George Peter Stachecki, 94

George Peter Stachecki, 94, was born at home on February 10, 1928, to Thomas Michael and Anna (nee Bobowska) Stachecki in Detroit, MI.

Adella (Helen) Johnson, 88

On Thursday June 30, 2022 Helen Adella Johnson, beloved Mother, Grandmother, and friend, passed away at her home at age 88.

COMMENTARY: Criminalizing abortion not compassionate

Making abortion illegal will have negative impact

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Dysfunctional bubbles

This past week news broke of the much-documented struggling supply chain starting to ease.

Cd’A SUMMER THEATRE: Bravo!

Bravo Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre and the town of Coeur d’Alene!

ROE v. WADE: An evangelical ruling

Isn’t it special how the Supreme Court changed the paradigm from don’t tread on me to ban everything an evangelical might find uncomfortable.

PROUD DAD: Little Miss Perfect gets married

Story begins June 28, 2009.

Tea, take two

Reader, I’m sorry.

Janet Wagner Sonnichsen, 80

Janet Wagner Sonnichsen passed away with her husband, Dave by her side on May 2, 2022 losing her challenging battle with brain cancer that she fought with determination and optimism.

Dorothy Eleanor Peak, 100

Dorothy Eleanor Peak, 100, of Coeur d Alene, Idaho, passed away at The Schneidmiller Hospice house on June 14th, 2022.

The stay-at-home dad: Kid researchers tackle hot topics

Kids these days know way too much.

FIREWORKS: Unbelievable

Horrific noise. Live in the area of Carrington Place, Long Meadow Drive, Goodwater Loop and Downey.

Legals for July, 13 2022

Police seek the public's help in abandoned newborn case

People can use app to leave confidential tips

People can use app to leave confidential tips

'Succession' tops Emmy nominations, 'Squid Game' also scores

Other top nominees included the tropical resort-set anthology dramedy 'The White Lotus'

Japanese say final goodbye to assassinated former leader Abe

Mourners took photos and some called out “Abe san!”

Baby stars, dancing galaxies: NASA shows new cosmic views

With Webb, scientist hope to glimpse light from the first stars and galaxies that formed 13.7 billion years ago

White House: To help salmon, dams may need to be removed

If the four Snake River dams were ultimately removed, it would be largest such project in U.S. history

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: My advice for Mariners fans during this thrilling playoff push — just enjoy the ride

Except for the Yankees and Astros, the Mariners are as good as any team in the American League. Should they really FEAR anybody?

Nude no more

New resort opens at site of former nudist getaway

New resort opens at site of former nudist getaway

Cd'A School Board approves teacher contracts

Educators to receive 3.25% pay increase, better incentives for professional development

Educators to receive 3.25% pay increase, incentives for professional development

'Gateway to the Cougar Gulch'

J.P. Johnson family receives Century Farm Award

J.P. Johnson family receives Century Farm Award

Gas prices go down

Small drop could be the beginning of pump price relief in the Gem State

Finally, fuel falling

Big Wheels, big fun

Post Falls announces Big Wheel Race winners

Post Falls announces Big Wheel Race winners

Northwest Notes July 12, 2022

News on Idaho football tickets, Gonzaga baseball.

Mary Carlene Henderson ,74

Mary Carlene Henderson, 74, of Spirit Lake, Idaho, went to be with the Lord and her son Patrick O'Connor, surrounded by family at the 'Schneidmiller Hospice House' on June 9th, 2022.

Chip Shots July 12, 2022

Results, highlights from local leagues, courses, tournaments.

Americans WILL road-trip in 2022

Nothing, it seems, is going to keep the average American from following through on summer road trip plans according to a slew of surveys.

Nothing, it seems, is going to keep the average American from following through on summer road trip plans according to a slew of surveys.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

What did the mother cow say to her calf?

Behind the battlement walls on Lake Pend Oreille

Authentic castle placed for sale

Authentic castle placed for sale

CHS all-school reunion in the works

Planned for first weekend of August

Planned for first weekend of August

David Brian Bridge, 62

David B. Bridge, 62, of Spirit Lake, Idaho, passed away at home from chronic health conditions on June 28, 2022.

Parade highlights Rathdrum Days

Family fun on Saturday at Lakeland High

Days are good in Rathdrum

Legals for July, 12 2022

Withering drought shows Lake Mead boat graveyard

Houseboats, sailboats and motorboats have been beached, creating a surreal scene in an otherwise rugged desert landscape

Over-the-counter birth control? Drugmaker seeks FDA approval

Many conservative groups stress they are only interested in curtailing abortion

Taking selfies, Sri Lankans converge on presidential palace

The weekend saw the most dramatic escalation yet of the monthslong protests against the country's worst economic crisis

Greenbelt is a go

Section will be beautified next to Centennial Trail near Riverstone

Section will be beautified next to Centennial Trail near Riverstone

State seeks nominees for recreation, tourism award

Gov. Brad Little will select Lifetime Achievement Award winner

Gov. Brad Little will select Lifetime Achievement Award winner

A look at weather's history

The science of weather forecasting has certainly come a long way, especially within the last 20 years.

Hayden celebrates first roundabout

Honeysuckle, Fourth Street roundabout officially opens

Honeysuckle, Fourth Street roundabout officially opens

OPINION: When the chips are down

When the chips are down, who will we be? Are the skeptics correct that any civilized people are only a few missed meals away from anarchy? Are we really just less-hairy killer apes waiting for the next chance to unleash the beast within?

Avoid the need for a court appointed guardian or conservator

If you are an adult in Idaho and become unable to make your own decisions in life due to injury, illness, or some other form of incapacity, there are generally two ways in which another person becomes the stand-in decision maker for you.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

It's so hot outside...

LEGION BASEBALL: Lums win title at Whitefish tourney

Coeur d’Alene (28-7) has now won 12 straight games, and 17 of its last 18.

Spirit Lake City Council may reconsider ARPA decision

Public hearing set for Tuesday

Another look at ARPA

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: So much for the good ol’ days of the Pac-8, WAC and others

How does all this shuffling affect local/regional schools like Washington State and Boise State? Stay tuned.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: USC, UCLA left for the cash — and left their fans behind

There are a million things wrong with this disgusting spectacle, this ugly picture of supposedly honorable universities dragging their semi-pro football programs from one conference to another.

LITTLE LEAGUE DISTRICT 1 PLAYOFFS: Coeur d'Alene 12s force deciding Game 3

Olin Elgee reached on an error and scored the winning run on a fielder's choice in the bottom of the sixth inning as the Coeur d'Alene All-Stars beat Lewiston 5-4 on Saturday at Canfield Sports Complex to square their best-of-3 series for the Idaho Little League District 1 12U title at one game apiece.

LEGION BASEBALL: Lums advance to title game at Whitefish tourney

“Joe knocked in the first two, and he took a ball in the back to win the game,” Coeur d’Alene coach Darren Taylor said. “And of course he caught a masterpiece, as always.”

Consumers feel the pangs of high food prices

Sky-high gas prices, scrambling supply chains, tight labor markets, political conflicts are a few factors to blame

Sky-high gas prices, scrambling supply chains, tight labor markets and political conflicts are a few factors to blame

Rollin' through the River City

Post Falls Festival Parade delights community; festivities continue today

Post Falls Festival Parade delights community; festivities continue today

What a relief

Precision Tax Relief is on Locust Avenue

Buisness bits for July 10.

Swim, bike, run — and a piggyback ride

Nearly 300 come out for return of Hayden Triathlon

Hayden Tri has great day

Behrens, Bopp to be honored by IHSAA

Two of North Idaho's top officials honored.

Officials still being sought for high school sports

"You can make a difference. Get off the couch and see the games from a different perspective," Stewart said.

How to overcome negativity

One Sunday afternoon, a cranky grandfather was visiting his family.

ILLEGAL FIREWORKS: Enforcement needed

Absolutely, by far the worst year I’ve even seen for ILLEGAL fireworks in residential Coeur d’Alene.

ELECTRIC VEHICLES: Should not be dismissed

I’m surprised that self-proclaimed patriots such as Brent Regan, Ralph Barker and Ray Brewer have such low views of America and American innovation as espoused in their letters.

50 years of environmental advocacy

This year marks a milestone for policies that protect, restore Idaho's vulnerable areas

This year marks a milestone for policies that protect, restore Idaho's vulnerable areas

Judith (Judy) Catherine Johnson Andreasson, 72

Judith (Judy) Catherine Johnson Andreasson, age 72, passed away at the Hospice of North Idaho Schneidmiller House in Coeur d’ Alene, ID on Monday, June 27th, 2022 after a long battle with a rare brain tumor

Thorns ousted at nationals

The Thorns, champions of the Far West Regionals in Phoenix, went 1-2 in the U15 division at nationals.

Editorial: The (work) force is not with you

Regional economist can help you understand why.

SCOTUS: Decisions are reasoned

Regarding Sholeh Patrick’s article on the Supreme Court, it is a typical example of a new age pseudo liberal misleading.

PRONOUNS: Try this, y’all

How to avoid “offending” anyone via gender misidentification.

WOKE SOCIETY: It’s not working

Ponder this. With all this pushing for a Woke Society, who is it we are actually waking up?

MIA: Biden/Harris stickers

I was wondering, where did all the Biden/Harris bumper stickers go?

Neighborhood of the Week: Summer sales — Favorite price cuts around Lake Coeur d’Alene

In recent columns, Neighborhood of the Week has been highlighting the various price cuts on homes around North Idaho.

Milestone Announcement

See who's celebrating!

Senior Meals

Senior Meals: July 11-15

Today's Ghastly Groaner

Did you know you can actually listen to the blood in your veins?

VAN NOY: Love one’s neighbor as yourself

Pastor Van Noy: You mocked the people who were wearing the North Idaho Rejects Hate T-shirts at the Fourth of July parade, stating those who wore them failed to think with any clarity about the statement.

Huckleberries

An inspirational transformation

A transformation, compassion and patience, a bumper-snicker and more

VAN NOY: Loves people, hates the sin

In reply to Dan Gookin about Paul Van Noy commenting on the end of the Fourth of July Parade.

SCOTUS: Dominated by politics

Sholeh Patrick’s column regarding recent Supreme Court decisions and their impacts was spot on.

MY GARDEN PATH: Give those trees a drink!

Summer finally got here and is already flying by.

Ukrainian governor: Russia raising 'true hell' in the east

The war’s death toll continued to rise

Weak protection for vanishing whale violates law, judge says

Boasberg's ruling was a victory for conservation groups that have long sought to save the whale and a new challenge for lobster fishermen who have fought back against tightening restrictions

Grove of giant sequoias threatened by California wildfire

The giant sequoias, native in only about 70 groves spread along the western slope of California’s Sierra Nevada range, were once considered impervious to flames

THE FRONT ROW WITH JASON ELLIOTT: Harrison: Ready for his row in the world spotlight

“Competing against people that are older than me is something I’ve always done,” Harrison said. “And that’s the way I’ve developed the most.”

U.S. Youth Soccer National Presidents Cup: Thorns fall on second day of U15 pool play

The Thorns are now 1-1 in pool play in the U15 girls division.

Little League Juniors in action

Post Falls vs. Coeur d'Alene in Game 1 of a best-of-3 series for the Idaho Little League District 1 Juniors championship.

LEGION BASEBALL: Northern Lakes notches first win at Whitefish tourney

Northern Lakes squared its record at 1-1 in the tourney, while the Coeur d'Alene Lumbermen improved to 2-0.

Study: Separate beach, boat launch

Hayden council to consider solutions for challenges at Honeysuckle Beach

Hayden council to consider solutions for challenges at Honeysuckle Beach

'Everybody has a name'

St. Thomas Cemetery putting ID pavers at nearly 300 unmarked gravesites

St. Thomas Cemetery putting ID pavers at nearly 300 unmarked gravesites

Gozzer expansion on hold

County cites multiple code violations

County cites multiple code violations

Accused shooter pleads guilty to some charges

Trial starts Monday for remaining charges

Robots at work

Regional machining tech companies show off at NIC demo day

Regional machining tech companies show off at NIC demo day

An Old Millennial’s favorite movie summers

Some summers are better than others at the cinema

Some summers are better than others at the cinema

Toothy trepidations

Preteen angst knows no bounds

Preteen angst knows no bounds

James (Jim) Ernest VanVoorhis

James (Jim) Ernest VanVoorhis July 18, 1934-June 26, 2022

Does the nose know?

The truths and myths of canine nasal health

It is a common belief that a wet nose is the sign of a healthy dog and that a dry nose indicates illness.

Nyla Jean Meyer, 78

Nyla was born on September 13, 1941, in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho to Leslie and Neva Cady.

Coeur d'Alene Charter Academy Honor Rolls: 2nd Semester 2021-2022

Coeur d'Alene Charter Academy Honor Rolls: 2nd Semester 2021-2022

David Brian Bridge, 62

David B. Bridge, 62, of Spirit Lake, Idaho, passed away at home from chronic health conditions on June 28, 2022.

MY TURN: Camp Lejeune victims still awaiting justice

Camp Lejeune Justice Act will provide reparations for effects of toxic water

Camp Lejeune Justice Act will provide reparations for effects of toxic water

NIC board of trustees special meeting Thursday

Property purchase to be discussed in executive session

Property purchase to be discussed in executive session

Today's Ghastly Groaner

Why did the Avengers have the best float at the parade?

Legals for July, 9 2022

In era of transparency, Arizona law limits filming police

Civil rights and media groups opposed the measure that Republican Gov. Doug Ducey signed Thursday

Musk abandons deal to buy Twitter; company says it will sue

Twitter could have pushed for a $1 billion breakup fee that Musk agreed to pay under these circumstances

Tear gas: Senators decry lack of federal safety assessment

At least 1,315 federal officers were deployed to Oregon

US employers add a solid 372,000 jobs in sign of resilience

Numerous sectors of the economy posted strong job gains in June

Japan's ex-leader Shinzo Abe assassinated during a speech

Police at the shooting scene arrested Tetsuya Yamagami, 41, a former member of Japan's navy

Working his way back up North: Hall, who coached at Lakeside two decades ago, returns to North Idaho as Post Falls girls basketball coach

“Been trying to work my way back up North for 20 years,” Hall said with a laugh. “It’s taken 20 years to get back up here, and I’m happy to be up here. My wife (Jennie) and I are excited to be here.”

U.S. Youth Soccer National Presidents Cup: Thorns FC girls win U15 opener

Marisol Stosich scored two goals as the Thorns North FC 2007 girls red soccer team opened play at the U.S. Youth Soccer National Presidents Cup with a 2-1 win over Storm FC out of North Texas on Thursday in U15 play.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: The data is clear: Seahawks need Jimmy G at QB

Unless the Seahawks are simply tanking and waiting for a quarterback in 2023, Drew Lock (and Geno Smith) should be sidelined for Jimmy Garoppolo.

LEGION BASEBALL: Benson sharp as Lums win opener at Whitefish tourney

Coeur d’Alene (25-7) has won nine games in a row, and 14 of its last 15.

Jail fails inspection due to overcrowding

Jail has been operating over capacity for 18 months

Jail has been operating over capacity for 18 months

Stories of strength

Kootenai Recovery Community Center fills service gaps, connects resources to people in need

Kootenai Recovery Community Center fills service gaps, connects resources to people in need

'Things' to come

Library offerings far more than books

Library full of 'Things'

Accused shooter’s trial begins Monday

The trial of a man who allegedly shot two people at a Post Falls gas station before going on a crime spree will begin Monday.

Jess Walter to speak at Cd'A Library on Thursday

Author will discuss new book, 'The Angel of Rome'

Author will discuss new book, 'The Angel of Rome'

Weekend TV/Radio highlights

Television and radio highlights for upcoming weekend

They've got skills

NIC students place in top 10 at national SkillsUSA Championships

North Idaho College students brought home top 10 awards in their divisions from the national SkillsUSA Championships

Brewfest means beer on Saturday

Eat, drink and be merry at McEuen Park

Beer and food at McEuen

Hayden Days parade wants you

Hayden parade needs you

County's COVID-19 positivity rate at 22%

Survey: Idahoans' views on virus rules remain the same

COVID rising in Idaho

Lessons from Ronald Reagan

Embrace those who agree with us 80% of the time

Embrace those who agree with us 80% of the time

NORRIS: Story was ‘trash’

The story about Sheriff Norris at a republican rally is total trash journalism.

ABORTION: There is another choice

In a letter titled “Farewell: To our ‘more perfect union’” the author writes that “… women’s rights are stripped away…” and proceeds to outline a dark future, comparing life in this vision to that of an Afghani under the present regime.

Moving history forward

Prohibition - Part 2

Prohibition - Part 2

VAN NOY: Love requires hatred

As a writer, I try my best to ensure that the words I choose have precise meaning.

SASQUATCH: Stories, research and reality

The mountains of the Pacific Northwest are ideal for Sasquatch or Bigfoot.

Movers & Shakers

Movers & Shakers: July 8

NORRIS: Has First Amendment right, too

While I wait for the wailing and gnashing of teeth, the rending of garments, and the exploding heads of the usual “Woke” suspects, I would like to remind The Press readers of something: That pesky First Amendment to the United States Constitution.

TRAFFIC: Time to expand ‘Idaho Stop’

We should formally change the state law to apply part of the “Idaho Stop” for all vehicles, not just bikes.

Editorial: Grandma's pie is good, but could be better

Fourth of July parade in CDA could use a creativity boost.

JUNE 11: Love won

I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to the many phenomenal community members, volunteers, businesses, nonprofits and agencies who stood on the right side of history at Pride in the Park and other CDA4Pride events.

Garden of Wonders

Night market, street fair, art experience from 5-9 tonight

Night market, street fair, art experience from 5-9 tonight

VACATION RENTALS: Enough, already

Three months ago I picked up a report from the city of Coeur d’Alene that had addresses and names of all “permitted” vacation rentals, and I was SHOCKED!

OPINION: The true racists

Here and around the nation, teachers are being re-educated to recognize systemic racism as never before. Mandatory Diversity/Equity/Inclusiveness trainings reveal that doing work on time, completely, to the very best of a student’s ability is really just another form of white supremacy.

Northwest Notes July 8, 2022

Notes on Little League district championships, and Idaho men's basketball.

Michael Thomas Patton, 73

Sadly, Mike Patton of Hayden, Idaho, passed away from on December 6, 2021.

COMMENTARY: Beware the elastic dictionary

'Misinterpreting what was written has become the Sport of Trolls'

'Misinterpreting what was written has become the Sport of Trolls'

Legals for July, 8 2022

James Caan, Oscar nominee for 'The Godfather,' dies at 82

Caan was already a star on television, breaking through in the 1971 TV movie 'Brian’s Song'

Putin to Ukraine: Russia has barely started its action

He declared that Russia remains ready to sit down for talks to end the fighting

6 monkeypox cases confirmed in Oregon

The current global outbreak has largely affected men who have sex with men

U.S. jobless claims rise to 235k, most in nearly six months

The total number of Americans collecting jobless benefits for the week ending June 25 rose by 51,000 from the previous week, to 1,375,000

One scandal too many: British PM Boris Johnson resigns

Months of defiance ended almost with a shrug as Johnson stood outside No. 10 Downing St. and conceded that his party wanted him gone

Yellowstone floods reveal forecasting flaws as world warms

In a scramble to save keepsakes, Smith slipped on the wet kitchen floor and fell, shattering a bone in her arm

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Talkin' baseball, golf and Blake

With that type of pitching depth, it’s no coincidence the Lums have won three of the four tournaments they've played in — and reached the semifinals in the one they didn’t win.

LEGION BASEBALL: Northern Lakes sweeps away St. Maries

Northern Lakes (13-10) competes in the Sapa-Johnsrud Memorial Tournament in Whitefish, Mont., starting tonight against the Glacier Twins at 7 p.m. PDT.

Not too wet for fireworks

Rainy weather may have dampened crime, but personal fireworks activity went on

Rainy weather may have dampened crime, but personal fireworks activity went on

Preparing for takeoff

Brooke's Seaplane returns to the skies July 14

Brooke's Seaplane returns to the skies July 14

'Cutthroat World' in danger

Commission seeks to protect popular underpass mural

Cutthroat World

Doodle for Google voting opens today

Post Falls student Kaylin O'Halloran among state finalists in Google art contest

Post Falls student Kaylin O'Halloran among state finalists in Google art contest

KEA lands $114K grant

Nonprofit marks 50th anniversary

Nonprofit marks 50th anniversary

State to develop independent living plan

Disabled Idahoans are invited to a community meeting where they can discuss the barriers they face to independent living, as well as what services need improvement.

Louis “Louie” Hurt, 58

Louis “Louie” Hurt October 27, 1963 – June 27, 2022

MY TURN: School shootings

Mitigating bullying a possible solution

Mitigating bullying a possible solution

Cd'A company pays $222K EPA penalty

Cited for Clean Water Action violations

Cited for Clean Water Action violations

OUTDOORS.... A taste of nature

Kids visit Cocolalla Lake wetland

Kids and wildlife

OUTDOORS Fish fill Panhandle lakes

Let's go fishing, kids!

SCOTUS going rogue

Something unprecedented is happening in the U.S. Supreme Court, and I don’t mean abortion.

Post Falls High School Honor Roll: 2nd Semester 2021-2022

Post Falls High School 2nd Semester Honor Roll 2021-22

First probable monkeypox case reported in Idaho

Appears infection was acquired during out-of-country travel

Appears infection was acquired during out-of-country travel

Today's Ghastly Groaner

Why did the turtle cross the road?

Legals for July, 7 2022

States move to protect abortion from prosecutions elsewhere

In Washington state, the governor prohibited the state patrol from cooperating with out-of-state abortion investigations or prosecutions

In the midst of chaotic shooting, strangers save a young boy

Aiden McCarthy's parents, Kevin and Irina, both died in the shooting

Britain's Boris Johnson battles to stay as PM amid revolt

In holding on to his office, Johnson is attempting to defy the mathematics of parliamentary government and the traditions of British politics

Youth Sports July 6, 2022

Scores, results from local youth leagues.

Circling Raven Championship • Epson “Road to the LPGA” Tour Player Spotlight • Gabriela Ruffels

The Press will feature one of these players each week leading up to the tournament.

LEGION BASEBALL: Hessing powers Northern Lakes to league win

Northern Lakes hosts St. Maries in a doubleheader today at Gorton Field in Rathdrum at 3 p.m.

Woman in the wheelhouse

Jessie Demery only female captain with Lake Coeur d'Alene Cruises

Jessie Demery only female captain with Lake Coeur d'Alene Cruises

Council OKs development plan

Will clearly outline conditions, public benefits

Will clearly outline conditions, public benefits

Families must apply for free and reduced lunches

Applications were not required during the pandemic

Applications were not required during the pandemic

Fire in the sky

Colors explode across the sky Monday over Lake Coeur d'Alene during the annual Fourth of July fireworks show.

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Eric Bumbaugh, Coeur d'Alene Lumbermen

Coeur d'Alene Lumberman Eric Bumbaugh is this week's Knudtsen Chevrolet Press Athlete of the Week.

Fire chief on receiving end of services

Good neighbors are a blessing and Llolyn Pobran found out the hard way just how true that is.

Harold Jay Maddox, 77

Maddox- Harold Jay was born in Los Angeles, California on August 29th, 1944, to Ginny and William (Chick) Maddox.

Thomas L.D. Brickert, 90

Thomas L.D. Brickert, a businessman, numbers genius and life-long resident of Coeur d’ Alene, ID, went to be with our Lord Jesus on January 20th, 2022, at 90 years young.

James L. Hazen, 36

James L. Hazen, 36, of Post Falls, Idaho passed away at Kootenai Health on June 13th 2022 due to complications of septic shock.

Julie L Hansen, 64

Julie L Hansen went to be with the lord on June 26th 2022.

Anna Marie Curtis, 87

Anna Marie Curtis passed away peacefully in Coeur d' Alene, Idaho, on June 20, 2022, as she joined her Lord in Heaven. Anna was born on October 17, 1934, to Peter and Mary Klem.

Adam Michael Herbst, 81

Adam Michael Herbst, 81, of Rathdrum, Idaho, passed June 22, 2022, at his home in Rathdrum.

Laura J. Thom, 82

Laura was born in Priest River, Idaho to Aldon and Inga (Evenson) Hammeren. She moved to Coeur d’Alene, Idaho in June 1953.

Notices

Notices

Arnold Elwin Bradbury, 92

Arnold Elwin Bradbury, 92, of Rathdrum, Idaho, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by family on January 8, 2022.

Roger Dean Hansen, 90

Roger Dean Hansen, 90, passed away on June 17, 2022 at Schneidmiller Hospice House in Coeur d’ Alene, Idaho. Roger was born October 7, 1931 to William and Elizabeth (Vehrs) Hansen in Aspinwall, Iowa.

Randal Leon “Randy” Bradshaw, 74

Randal Leon “Randy” Bradshaw, age 74, passed away May 12, 2022 surrounded by family.

Kroc Masters plan open water swim

Will start at Sanders Beach July 16

Will start at Sanders Beach July 16

PARADE: Another disappointment

Numb to wickedness?

Numb to wickedness?

BIG TECH BILL: Consumers beware

Citizens should oppose S. 2992

Citizens should oppose S. 2992

TWO VIEWS: On unrelated subjects

Elective abortions and electric cars

Elective abortions and electric cars

State is mixed in terms of snowpack

While the snowpack in northern Idaho is in good shape, snowpack in some regions is significantly below normal.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Avoid this artificial sweetener

Many of us have been fooled into believing that artificial sweeteners like Splenda are saviors to prevent diabetes and obesity.

ELECTRIC VEHICLES: Grid isn't ready for them

Infrastructure needs major investment

Infrastructure needs major investment

Northwest Notes July 6, 2022

Notes on Gonzaga men's basketball

Women's rights rally on Sunday

Peaceful protest planned

Peaceful protest planned

Hate and fear have no home here

Join task force in standing up for good.

PARADE: Wrong place for protest

Great celebration otherwise

Great celebration otherwise

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Prehnite

With its soothing energy and subtle beauty, prehnite may be an easy crystal to overlook.

Legals for July, 6 2022

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 146: Headlines from 7/2 through 7/5

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 July 2-5.

Immigration detention facility near empty in California

The government pays for at least 1,455 beds a day at Adelanto, but so far this fiscal year reports an average daily population of 49 detainees

Police: Gunman fired 70 plus rounds at July 4 parade, 7 dead

The shooter spent several weeks planning the assault

Ukraine's shadow: Deadly crises like Somalia starved of aid

The war in Ukraine has abruptly drawn millions of dollars away from other crises

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: You've got Pac-12 questions, we've got answers

And keep in mind, when working out how various chips could fall, it isn’t geography, or stadium size, or attendance. In short, do people around the country know who in the hell you are?

American spirit

Thousands turn out for Fourth of July parade in downtown Coeur d'Alene despite rain

Thousands turn out for Fourth of July parade in downtown Coeur d'Alene despite rain

Something to celebrate

Marimn Health Coeur Center a safe, fun space for youth, community members

Marimn Health Coeur Center a safe, fun space for youth, community members

Idaho’s support of dads gets mixed reviews

Yes, Father’s Day is over.

LEGION BASEBALL: Spokane/Coeur d'Alene Wood Bat Tournament: Schneider, Shepard pitch Lums to tourney title

“A couple special young men — nice kids, too,” Taylor said of Schneider, who has signed with Division I Belmont in Nashville, and Shepard, who redshirted this season at Community Colleges of Spokane. “They really dominated. That second team we beat, they can hit it, and Troy stifled them from start to finish.”

OPINION: Our truest identity

Who are we each, really? This basic question of identity has beguiled us as individual human beings since the beginning.

Stand alone.... Bayview fireworks

Fireworks go off in Bayview

William L. Monaghan Jr.

William L. Monaghan Jr. July 1, 1948 - June 21, 2022

Chip Shots: July 5, 2022

Results from area leagues, tournaments.

Legals for July, 5 2022

3 feet of rain sets up 4th round of flood misery for Sydney

Emergency services made numerous flood rescues Sunday and early Monday

In rural West, more worries about access to abortion clinics

Anticipating an abortion ban in Idaho, Oregon lawmakers earlier this year created a $15 million fund to increase access to abortion services

6 dead, 30 wounded in shooting at Chicago-area July 4 parade

Police have identified 22-year-old Robert E. Crimo III as a person of interest and cautioned he should be considered armed and dangerous

Boom time is coming!

Fireworks show promises to be spectacular

Fireworks show promises to be spectacular

Post Falls Festival Parade is July 9

Parade registration open through Wednesday

Parade registration open through Wednesday

Record heat has been all around us

Weather or not for July 4.

Another big score for Coeur54

Golf event raises $13,000 for Newby-ginnings of North Idaho

Golf event raises $13,000 for Newby-ginnings of North Idaho

LEGION BASEBALL — Spokane/Coeur d'Alene Wood Bat Tournament: Lums go undefeated in pod, play in semis today

With nothing on the line, “It was understandable we didn’t play as well as we can,” Coeur d’Alene coach Darren Taylor said. “But we clutched it up in the end.”

Today's Ghastly Groaner

What did the American flag say to the other flag?

Lake City’s Buchanan commits to Virginia

Timberwolves star center picks Cavaliers over Gonzaga; had nine offers in all

“Gonzaga’s a great school, it would have been amazing to play there," Buchanan said. "But I just think I want to get away from here. And playing in the WCC was kind of a big one; I want to play in a more competitive conference that pushes me.”

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: In the end, dogs are always worth it — tears and all

SO WHY do we keep putting ourselves through this? Why do we keep getting another dog, and another dog, when we know we’re going to bawl our heads off eventually?

LEGION BASEBALL: Lums take two more, clinch spot in Monday's semis

Coeur d’Alene (21-7) improved to 4-0 in its pool, with its finale tonight against the Palouse Patriots at 7.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Conference realignment, WSU and separating perception from reality

BELIEVE it or not, Washington State — even in a worst-case, hello to the Mountain West scenario — isn’t in the Pac-12’s most precarious position.

All hands on deck for veteran artist and wife

Community rallies to help couple who've been priced out of their home

Community rallies to help couple who've been priced out of their home

The best of 'Daze'

Patriotism on display at Bayview parade

Patriotism on display at Bayview parade

Prairie professionals

Construction for new offices on Prairie starting soon

Business bits for July 3.

You're invited: Fourth of July in Cd'A

This year's theme is 'Spirit of America'

This year's theme is 'Spirit of America'

Reject hate campaign reaches many

Group distributes 1,000 T-shirts and 600 posters

Group distributes 1,000 T-shirts and 600 posters

Randall (Randy) William Rockwell Beach, 44

The world lost an incredible human on June 26, 2022, when Randy left us while making International Sawdust in the Bahamas.

Estate Planning for the Average Estate

One of the most common reasons that people believe that they do not need to prepare an estate plan is because they are not wealthy.

Senior Meals

Senior Meals: July 4-8

ABORTION: Not a constitutional right

SCOTUS got it right

SCOTUS got it right

Laurence (Larry) Ronald Seaward II, 68

Laurence (Larry) Ronald Seaward II, age 68, of Hayden, Idaho passed away on Monday, November 8, 2021

Doris Elaine (Piersall) Parker, 90

Doris Elaine (Piersall) Parker, 90, passed away Wednesday, June 22, 2022, in Helena, Montana.

IRONMAN: Thank you, Coeur d'Alene

Sports commission gearing up for 2023 event

Sports commission gearing up for 2023 event

Milestone Announcements

See who's celebrating!

FOURTH OF JULY: A special day

Many reasons to celebrate

Many reasons to celebrate

PATRIOT FRONT: Send message via prosecution

Strong stand with weight of the law called for

Strong stand with weight of the law called for

Huckleberries

'Go Northwest, young man'

Huckleberries, by Dave Oliveria

Today's Ghastly Groaner

Why does America always use the doorbell?

The power of vision

"When I was a young man, I wanted to change the world."

Editorial: United we stand for a strong USA

Press republishes popular Independence Day editorial

Troy James, Sr., 85

Troy James, Sr., 85 of Hayden Idaho, went to be with the Lord peacefully surrounded by family at the Schneidmiller Hospice House on June 25th, 2022.

Michael R. Valente II, D.C., 57

Michael R. Valente II, D.C., passed away June 9, 2022, of sepsis caused by a staph infection of unknown origin.

From AM to PM, the fickle force of government is with you

The world of federal regulation seems both boundless and microscopic

South Africans struggle in the dark to cope with power cuts

Small and large businesses have had to close down for prolonged periods or spend large amounts for diesel fuel to operate generators

US testing new fire retardant, critics push other methods

Over the previous 10 years, the agency used 30 million gallons (115 million liters) annually

Holiday getaway pushes US airport traffic to pandemic high

The escalating numbers show leisure travelers aren’t being deterred from flying

Little Leaguers in action

Coeur d'Alene Black vs. Post Falls in a Little League District 1 10 and under tournament game Friday at Canfield Sports Complex.

Hundreds appeal property value assessments

More than 700 appeals filed

More than 700 appeals filed

Flags, freedom and fun

Kids wearing lots of red, white and blue fill Sherman Avenue

Kids wearing lots of red, white and blue fill Sherman Avenue

Gardens of peace

Coeur d'Alene Garden Club 24th annual Garden Tour is July 10

Coeur d'Alene Garden Club 24th annual Garden Tour is July 10

Growing in North Idaho

To prune or not to prune tomatoes

To prune or not to prune tomatoes

Boating accident victims identified

Quartet are from Sandpoint, Laclede

LEGION BASEBALL: Lums win two to open wood-bat tourney

Coeur d'Alene got complete games from Cooper Erickson and Owen Benson in starting the tourney off 2-0.

James Allen Davis, 89

James Allen Davis was born on January 17,1933 in Des Moines, Iowa to Robert and Myrtle (Johnson) Davis.

Northwest Notes July 2, 2022

Notes on Vandal players, coaches, Big Sky Hall of Fame and the Spokane Chiefs.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

I loved the treats with stars and stripes

Anna Marie Curtis, 87

Anna Marie Curtis passed away peacefully in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, on June 20, 2022, as she joined her Lord in Heaven. Anna was born on October 17, 1934, to Peter and Mary Klem.

Eileen Bennett Doyle, 68

Eileen Bennett Doyle, 68, of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, died peacefully on Thursday, June 11, 2022, at Hospice House South, Spokane, Washington, with family members by her side.

Robert E. Lee, 86

Robert E. Lee September 19,1935 - June 24, 2022

Black bear spotted around Hayden, Canfield, Dalton Gardens

People urged to be alert

Black bear

Advisory committee seeking projects for state funding

Projects will reduce nutrient pollution in Lake Cd'A

Projects will reduce nutrient pollution in Lake Cd'A

Tamara "Tammy" Lynn Allen

Tammy was born January 5th, 1959, in Spokane, Washington to Jim & Gloria Blaine. While Gloria fought MS, Tammy lived back and forth between her maternal grandfather “riding the railroad” and at Twin Lakes with her Blaine family before eventually settling there.

Recording physician visits

Promotes patient safety, compliance

Promotes patient safety, compliance

Legals for July, 2 2022

Boating accident victims recovered, identified

The four men are from Bonner County

No crime at drag show, prosecutors say

A drag queen accused of indecent exposure has been cleared of wrongdoing after an investigation by police and city prosecutors.

2021 Crime In Idaho Report released

Public can view crime trends for cities, counties or state

Public can view crime trends for cities, counties or state

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 145: Headlines from 6/29 thru 7/1

In this episode of the North Idaho Now Podcast, Chanse Watson will 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 Bonners Ferry Herald from June 29 to July 1.

California sets nation's toughest plastics reduction rules

Under the bill, plastic producers would have to reduce plastics in single-use products 10% by 2027, increasing to 25% by 2032

Russian missiles kill at least 21 in Ukraine's Odesa region

Thirty-eight others, including six children and a pregnant woman, were reported hospitalized.

Much of northern Yellowstone park to reopen Saturday

The entire park was closed from June 14 to June 21 due to historic flooding

Post-Roe, states struggle with conflicting abortion bans

Lawyers in Idaho Attorney General Lawrence Wasden’s office are going through all the state’s abortion statutes

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: What the L.A. schools' move to Big Ten might mean for WSU

You’d like to believe that Warren didn’t know how greedy his conference would be in the immediate future when he spoke those words, but … Nah. He knew. Welcome to the sewer.

At Hoopfest July 1, 2022

Local teams participating at the Hoopfest 3-on-3 tournament last weekend in downtown Spokane.

LEGION BASEBALL: Lenz sparks Northern Lakes to league win

“We came out and played to our standard, and Payden and Scott (Pote) both pitched well,” Johnson said. “And we hit the ball well — our problem in the past was leaving guys on base.”

A river rises

After slow start, levels returning to normal

A river rises

Shrinking Mt. Hink

Excavation to determine suitability of material for future use

Excavation to determine suitable of material for future use

Kid's parade today in Cd'A

Event kicks of Fourth of July events

Event kicks of Fourth of July events

St. Maries shooting suspect arrested

Lonnie Layman was arrested by troopers Wednesday night in the Calder area of Shoshone County

'Mamma Mia!' premieres tonight

Two performances added, closing night July 10 sold out

Two performances added, closing night July 10 sold out

Northwest Notes July 1, 2022

News on a Thorns soccer team headed to nationals, Reid Hatley and others.

ROE V. WADE: Life is precious

Women are built to birth

Women are built to birth

ROE V. WADE: Time to support pregnancy centers

Rethink what women need

Rethink what women need

TEACHERS: Need more help

COVID strain felt in classrooms

COVID strain felt in classrooms

ROE V. WADE: Decision is the right thing

Was a poorly written law

Was a poorly written law

GAS PRICES: Carriers need a little Christmas

Challenge by a Press reader

Challenge by a Press reader

SCHOOL LEVY: Vote no

Focus should be on history and patriotism

Focus should be on history and patriotism

YEMEN: KCRCC calls for removal of U.S. forces

Urges readers to contact Fulcher, Risch and Crapo

Urges readers to contact Fulcher, Risch and Crapo

ROE V. WADE: Abortion is murder

Abortion did not go away

Abortion did not go away

Today's Ghastly Groaner

Why did Paul Revere ride his horse from Boston to Lexington?

COMMENTARY: Dreams of Electric Sheep

A green future is a nuclear future

A green future is a nuclear future

Editorial: Leading the parade a perfect fit for Mikki

Chamber of Commerce couldn't have found a more deserving grand marshal than Mikki Stevens.

Patriotic brass

Concert at Cd'A Music Conservatory eve of Fourth of July

Concert at Cd'A Music Conservatory eve of Fourth of July

COVID-19 not gone

Positivity rates climb again

Positivity rates climb again

DUI emphasis patrols in effect through holiday

It only takes a second for a day of fun to turn deadly.

Weekend TV/Radio highlights

Television and radio highlights for upcoming weekend.

Cd'A part of nationwide COVID study

Feds looking at use of pandemic funds

Feds looking at use of pandemic funds

Ukulele club moves to Hayden Library

Rehearsal location subject to change

Rehearsal location subject to change

Movie times

Movie times

Gun policies, another perspective

Sensible gun policies are needed

Sensible gun policies are needed

Randall E. Beck, 65

Randall E. Beck, who everyone knew as Randy, 65, of Post Falls, Idaho passed away peacefully June 25, 2022 in Coeur d' Alene, Idaho at the Schneidmiller Hospice House of North Idaho

'North Idaho Rejects Hate' T-shirt campaign launches

Free shirts available Friday and Saturday

Free shirts available Friday and Saturday

Legals for July, 1 2022