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New K9 officer assists in drug bust

Two people from Montana were incarcerated after a late Sunday night traffic stop during which the Kootenai County Sheriff's Office's newest K9 officer alerted deputies to narcotics in the vehicle.

'The Few, the Proud' aren't so few: Marines recruiting surges while other services struggle

Last year, the Navy, Air Force and Marines had to eat into their pools of delayed entry applicants in order to make their goals

Do you believe in angels? About 7 in 10 U.S. adults do, a new AP-NORC poll shows

Fewer U.S. adults believe in the devil or Satan (56%), astrology (34%), reincarnation (34%)

Anchorage homeless face cold and bears

A plan to offer one-way airfare out reveals a bigger crisis

A record eight people died of exposure while living outside last winter and this year promises to be worse after the city closed an arena that housed 500 people during the winter months

Idaho mom sentenced in deaths of 2 children and her romantic rival

The murder scheme and Tammy Daybell’s death left a deep rift in her family, Tammy’s sister Samantha Gwilliam told the court.

STATE A LEGION BASEBALL: No joke: Lums onto regionals with romp

Coeur d’Alene (32-9) advances to the Northwest Regional tournament starting Friday in Havre, Mont.

Kootenai Health, ISU partner to open doors for nurses

Degree program will help address RN shortage

Increasing enrollment is one key strategy to address this growing issue in the state

‘Fire season’ stretching longer, year-round preparedness needed

The U.S. Forest Service has transitioned from "fire season" to a fire year model

Dalton Gardens considers 2024 budget

The Dalton Gardens City Council is considering a $1.2 million budget for fiscal year 2024.

Asteroids and heat

It’s been a very warm and dry July across the Inland Northwest. The average high for this month is around 89 degrees.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

The Pentagon was originally going to just be a square

SHOWCASE GOLF: More than just golf ... Mulder, Janet Gretzky win titles at ninth annual golf tournament, a fundraiser for Community Cancer Fund

Actress Janet Gretzky claimed the net title for a fourth time, while former Major League baseball pitcher Mark Mulder won the gross title for the third in as many appearances of the ninth Showcase golf exhibition, benefiting the Community Cancer Fund.

STATE A LEGION BASEBALL: Lums fall, but will play for state 'A' title today

Today, Idaho Falls will face JNS Baseball of Idaho Falls at 9 a.m. in a semifinal game, with that winner advancing to face the Lums at noon in the state title game.

'You have to love it'

Cd'A's Colby Acuff reflects on music career as he prepares to perform at the Grand Ole Opry

Cd'A musician hits highlight at Opry

A great day to dream

Creativity, energy mark Hayden Days parade

Hayden parade a hit

Renovation of Chamber Visitor Center

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Inland Kava Bar opens in downtown Cd'A

A non-alcoholic social scene that encourages a relational environment of peace and unity, Inland Kava Bar has opened at 118 E. Lakeside Ave. downtown. It will be expanding into the former Toro Viejo space on Second Street.

HUCKLEBERRIES: Miss Diamond Cup's swimsuit controversy

In Coeur d’Alene’s 1960s, when hydroplanes thrilled spectators and a swimsuit competition was part of pageantry, a young woman in a modest bathing suit caused a stir.

Marylyn Ruth Cordell, 86

Marylyn Ruth Cordell (86) Passed away on July 14, 2023 in Helena, MT. Born in Houston, TX.

Complaining is a pain

One stormy night, famous architect Frank Lloyd Wright was awakened by an urgent phone call from a client who had just moved into his Wright-built house.

LIBRARY NETWORK: Faith calls for doing good on Sabbath

LIBRARY NETWORK: Faith calls for doing good on Sabbath

DEMOCRACY: ‘Where the mob rules’

DEMOCRACY: ‘Where the mob rules’

LIBRARY BOARD: Religious justifications ‘appalling’

LIBRARY BOARD: Religious justifications ‘appalling’

TRAFFIC CAMERAS: Red flags spark concerns

TRAFFIC CAMERAS: Red flags spark concerns

David 'Dave' Kelly, 74

Dave Kelly, 74, a long-time resident of Oakesdale, Wash., and Post Falls, Idaho, passed away peacefully at Yuma Regional Medical Center in Yuma, Ariz., on June 4, 2023, with his wife by his side.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

What is fast, loud and crunchy?

Make sure life insurance doesn’t ruin your estate plan

Life insurance is a valuable tool to protect your family, and potentially your business interests after your death. Your estate plan is the collection of legal documents that include directions about what should happen to your assets upon your death. Your estate plan could include either a Last Will and Testament or a maybe a Living Trust. One of the most common problems I discover when I review existing planning with clients or potential clients is the failure to coordinate the outcome of a will or trust and the outcome of life insurance proceeds. Let’s examine some of the potential problems this can create so that we can avoid them.

EDITORIAL: Prairie proposal is a critical game of thirds

County, buyers and sellers all are needed to preserve vanishing prairielands

TRAFFIC CIRCLES: Etiquette needed

TRAFFIC CIRCLES: Etiquette needed

THE FRONT ROW with JASON ELLIOTT: New routine, but same Showcase for area skaters at national competition

“Skating is really an outlet for me,” Jackie Charlebois said. “Some people run or do other things, but this keeps me in shape and hanging out with my friends. The competition, I just thrive off of that showmanship, the costumes and creating a program. The lights and all that, I just really enjoy it.”

SHOWCASE GOLF: Former Seahawk Hauschka leads after Celeb-Am

The Showcase, which benefits the Community Cancer Fund, concludes today starting at 8 a.m. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased by visiting Showcasegolf.com

STATE A LEGION BASEBALL TOURNAMENT: Coeur d'Alene advances; Northern Lakes out

Coeur d’Alene (29-8), the lone unbeaten in the tournament, will face the Post 56 Bruins of Idaho Falls today for a bid to the championship game on Sunday. Minico and JNS Baseball will play in the other semifinal today. If three teams remain after today’s semifinals, the Lums will advance automatically to the championship game on Sunday at noon.

Northwest Notes: July 29, 2023

Fundraisers set for Coeur d'Alene 12U Little League baseball and news on North Idaho College men's and women's basketball.

‘This isn’t the end’

Fire chief tells story of coming to grips with diagnosis, making plan to win

Multiple sclerosis community education event Tuesday

Coming in HOT

Idaho 200 continues today at Stateline Speedway

The RPMs and energy were high Friday morning as drivers prepared for day one of the Idaho 200 at Stateline Speedway in Post Falls.

Locals come to aid of girl who severed finger

Coeur d'Alene 12-year-old recovering from emergency surgery

Three local young people jumped to action when a girl was seriously injured Friday, July 21 while playing with friends on the docks near Tubbs Hill.

Animal Center closer to finishing the journey

Fundraiser at Hagadone Gardens raises more than $200K

Garden party a hit for critters

Dave Fulton returns from London to do standup in CDA

Dave Fulton returns from London to do standup in Cd'A

Ward Wyvill Stewart, 87

Ward Wyvill Stewart, a beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, passed away June 16, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of the dedication of love and remarkable achievements.

Police investigate church vandalism

Coeur d’Alene police are investigating vandalism that occurred at St. Pius X Catholic Church.

Loretta M. Honsaker, 95

Loretta Mae Honsaker-Schiller, age 95 of Coeur d’Alene, went peacefully home to be with the Lord on July 24, 2023.

Robert 'Bob' Nilges, 81

Bob (Robert) Nilges was 81 years old when his body decided to stop struggling with the life-altering effects of dementia.

Bras on Dudes event tickets on sale Tuesday

Tickets to the 12th annual Bras on Dudes event go on sale Tuesday. The charitable event will feature local studs in lovely duds who will put on a show to raise funds for local cancer patients through Cancer Care Northwest.

FAST FIVE Joanne Braun's world of gardens, cycles and smiles

Meet Joanne Braun, a cycling enthusiast, avid gardener and a believer in the power of community.

Spotting the difference between urine marking and urinary problems

Once pets have learned to urinate where it is appropriate, whether it is outdoors or in their litter box, it can be frustrating for owners when their pet urinates elsewhere in the house. While your first instinct may be to reprimand them for the unwanted behavior, you should first consider if they are simply marking or if there is a bigger health concern at play.

Hayden woman charged with rape

Police arrested a Hayden woman who they said groomed and raped a teen boy.

Life coach to speak at chamber luncheon

Event set for Nov. 17 at Cd'A Resort

Chamber luncheon coming up

Quality made ‘Barbenheimer’ a box office sensation

Good movies obviously don’t always achieve blockbuster status at the box office. If they did, standouts like “Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret.” “Asteroid City” and “Past Lives” would be sitting next to “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” as the top-grossing movies of the year.

Remembering old Worley

Driving through Worley today, it may not be obvious, but Worley was once a bustling town.

Senior Meals

Senior Meals: July 31 - Aug. 4

The Exhausted Dad: A fierce cheering section for the road team

My wife deserves the spotlight for several hundred reasons. For today, she gets the spotlight for being a (mostly) devoted fan.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

What do we want?

Legals for July, 29 2023

‘We were in the air.’ Mississippi family recounts surviving tornado that tore mobile home apart

The next thing Cartlidge remembers is lying with her back on the ground and the baby resting on her chest. He was the only member of the family who made it through the storm unscathed

Sudan conflict brings new atrocities to Darfur as militias kill, rape, burn homes in rampages

The report detailed three main waves of attacks on Geneina and surrounding areas in April, May, and June, which it said aimed at “ethnically cleansing and committing genocide against African civilians."

Homeless struggle to stay safe from record high temperatures in blistering Phoenix

The city is seeing its longest run of consecutive days of 110 Fahrenheit (43.3 Celsius) ever recorded, clocking 28 in a row as of Thursday, even as the first monsoon storm of the season brought some overnight relief.

STATE AMERICAN LEGION BASEBALL: Second to one ... Lums win three straight elimination games, but fall in state AA title game

Coeur d'Alene Lumbermen advance in state 'A' tournament, while Northern Lakes plays a consolation game today in Nampa.

SHOWCASE GOLF: The Show goes on again for good cause

Tickets are $20 and can be purchased by visiting Showcasegolf.com. Kids 13 and under are free with a ticketed adult.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Just how much power does Prime have at Colorado?

Once Prime has a couple of winning seasons (assuming he does), you’re in for some shocking news. He really wants to coach in the SEC.

Emergency need for blood, platelet donations

An emergency blood shortage currently going on in Northern Idaho has increased the importance of giving blood during the summer.

Seeking unity

Those of different faiths cite ways to find, share the same path

Tolerance key to understanding faiths

Reading: It's a splash

CDA Reads program celebrates last day with fun, food, firefighters

A throng of children chanted: "Water! Water! Water!" After a quick countdown, Coeur d'Alene Fire Capt. Nate Hyder unleashed 500 gallons of water on dozens of elementary and middle school kids who cheered, squealed, danced and pranced about beneath the cooling shower from the fire engine. "We love it," Hyder said with a big smile. "It's just a drop in the bucket for us."

Man jailed for child sexual exploitation

A man is in jail on $100,000 bail after police said he downloaded and distributed child sexual abuse material via the internet.

Big turnout expected for Kellogg 3-on-3

One of the longest-running events in the Silver Valley, SilverHoops is celebrating its pearl anniversary this year – 30 years of bringing the masses down to the blacktop at Teeters Field.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

A goofy guy robbed a fabric store of many bolts of cloth.

EDITORIAL: Avoid another legal misstep, NIC trustees

This is no time to hire the wrong lawyer.

Shoshone County rolls out diversion program

The Shoshone County Prosecuting Attorney is taking a proactive step to reduce substance abuse and recidivism in the community through the launch of an innovative adult criminal diversion program, called the Shoshone County ILED Program.

Kellogg to resume resealing redone roads

Beginning next month, the city of Kellogg will begin a resurfacing project for all of the streets north of Interstate 90.

Movers & Shakers

Movers & Shakers

OPINION: County commissioners colluding with the Tribe?

That’s the allegation made by retired Brigadier General Blaine Holt in his July 20 CDA Press My Turn piece titled, “Theft by any other name is still theft.” In it he wrote, “is it fair for three commissioners and a 2,600-member tribe to collude to shred your net worth.” That’s a tall claim from a person who achieved the prominent rank of Brigadier General. As one of those three county commissioners, I’d appreciate seeing the General’s proof.

Roger Chinadle, 54

Roger Allen Chinadle was born on August 30th, 1968. He passed away on July 16th, 2023.

Canaan Smith concert at Stateline Speedway

Canaan Smith will perform a concert Friday, July 28 at Findlay Stadium Stateline Speedway, 1349 N. Beck Road, Post Falls.

Front Porch Conversations: Mike Peacock

The Front Porch Conversation speaker series continued this week with recollections from Mike Peacock

Silver Valley I-90 projects on schedule

The good news is that, unlike last summer when unusual weather caused numerous delays, according to Idaho Transportation Department Senior Public Information Officer Megan Jahns this year many of the projects are right on track or even ahead of schedule.

CLARK: Left-wing viewpoints?

A recent letter by Wylie Clark accuses The Press of “left-wing view points.” The writer suggests that the idea of a person who has “no experience in the job” and “isn’t really sure what the job entails” applies to the “Biden crime family.” He is obviously unaware that President Biden’s experience and knowledge of the job is so superior to the former president’s that such an idea is ridiculous.

BIDEN ADMINISTRATION: ‘A disaster’

In case you haven’t noticed recently the price of gasoline is back to $4 a gallon. Before Joe Biden took office gas here in Coeur d’Alene was $1.98 a gallon. Energy costs went up when the Biden Administration announced and caused domestic energy production to be curtailed and regulated to the point of strangling the industry. In case you are not aware the cost of fuel is reflected in all products that have to be shipped, trucked or sent by rail. This has been the reason that everything is going up in price and I believe inflation actually sits at 15-20% and not the 7-8% the media and the Biden Administration try to claim.

SAUSSER: Gave much to the community

I was saddened to hear of Don Sausser’s passing over the weekend. Don was a true friend of the Coeur d’Alene community. He devoted countless hours and years supporting NIC Athletics and Performing Arts and numerous community organizations, including Coeur d’Alene Symphony and Opera Plus! (now Inland Northwest Opera). The hundreds of hours of care he took capturing and editing so many performances is a priceless contribution to all involved.

RESERVATION REZONE: More to the story

My Turn writer, John Hippler, reflecting on Dave Oliveria’s column about the history of Tubbs Hill, is proud of his father, Vern Hippler, a Coeur d’Alene city councilor “back in the day,” who with others, opposed commercial development of Tubbs Hill. Rightly proud of his dad as a “visionary,” he encourages the current Board of County Commissioners to, essentially, be like his dad and “do the right thing” regarding the question to rezone some 25,000 acres on the Coeur d’Alene Tribe’s reservation. The problem is, John didn’t get the whole story. (Kids these days; they just. don’t. listen!)

Shoshone County jail bookings

Shoshone County jail bookings

Mary Margaret Amos Carlisle, 88

Maggie (or Margie) Carlisle knocked on Heaven’s door Friday, July 21, 2023. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.

OPINION: Their hearts belong in the sky. Idahoans can help them soar

When Afghanistan fell to the Taliban in August 2021, Afghan aviators were ordered to fly their aircraft out of the country to keep them from falling into enemy hands. Over 300 pilots flew to surrounding countries, most of them having to leave their families behind. Many of those pilots have been resettled in the U.S., including 14 who now live in Idaho. They have been working multiple jobs in order to support themselves and their families back home. They would do much better if they could put their aviation skills to work.

Gallery seeks submissions for LGBTQIA+ Pride Art Exhibit

CM Studio and Gallery is is accepting art submissions for the first-ever LGBTQIA+ Pride Art Exhibit at CM Studio, 115 McKinley Ave, Kellogg. The exhibit marks a significant milestone in the community.

Aspire to perform 'Singin' in the Rain'

Aspire Community Theatre, with its volunteer staff and board, is closing their 6th season with the show-stopper, Singin' in the Rain, opening at 7:30 p.m. Aug. 4 at The Midge and Pepper Smock Family Theatre in The Kroc Center, 1765 W. Golf Course Road, Coeur d'Alene.

Legals for July, 28 2023

Investigators say poor track conditions caused a 2021 Amtrak derailment in Montana that killed three

Thursday's finding follows what was revealed earlier this year in the agency’s investigative documents

Mutinous soldiers claim to have overthrown Niger's president

Threats to Bazoum’s leadership would undermine the West’s efforts to stabilize Africa’s Sahel region

What's next for Hunter Biden in court and Congress after his plea deal derails

If the deal totally falls apart, Hunter Biden could eventually face a trial

LEGION BASEBALL: Lums knock out regional rival, then takes out the champs

Later, Owen Benson, who closed out the opener, struck out five over 6 2/3 innings as the Lumbermen knocked off three-time state and Northwest Regional champion Idaho Falls 5-1 to advance to today's championship game at Thorco Field starting at noon.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: As deadline nears, a lot looms for Mariners

Let’s see what’s Jerry’s got in mind when he’s stuck with a .500 team.

Northwest Notes: July 27, 2023

Gonzaga and San Diego State agreed to a home and home men's basketball series beginning this season in Spokane on Dec. 29. The Zags make a return trip to Viejas Arena in 2024-25.

'He's still alive'

Cd'A man swims out to save osprey battered by Canada geese

CDA man rescues osprey

Tanks a lot!

Some families bond over board games or hosting a movie night. For the Hossacks, family bonding ended up being getting into the hobby of fixing up demilitarized vehicles like the British self-propelled gun that appeared Saturday in the Rathdrum Days Parade.

Cd'A library eyes more partnerships

Would let it add services without increasing expenses

Libraries bonded by books

'A mentor to all of us'

Bronze bust of Dr. Ted Fox donated to Cd'A library

A bronze bust of the late Dr. E.R.W. "Ted" Fox was donated Wednesday to the Coeur d'Alene Public Library.

Art on the Green returns next weekend

55th annual festival to have array of family-friendly art, activities, performances

It's nearly time for Coeur d'Alene's largest arts celebration — Art on the Green. The festival, in its 55th year, will take over the North Idaho College campus Aug. 4, 5 and 6.

Practical tips for hot-weather watering in the vegetable garden

Water is essential for a thriving vegetable garden. However, with municipalities placing water use restrictions on homeowners, it can be a challenge to keep the garden hydrated during periods of excessive heat.

Movers & Shakers

On the move

MY TURN: Regan’s ridiculous redux

Reading Regan’s ridiculous Trump redux of July 14, one can see just how hard he’s trying. Perhaps he believes that if he screams “Hunter Biden’s Laptop” loudly enough into his “My Pillow” it will turn out that every felony Trump is being indicted for will disappear. Let’s examine his claims about Trump and the economy, for instance. Annualized growth in the average of real gross domestic product, and real gross domestic income from first quarter to the last quarter under Trump was 1.8% and under Biden 3.3%.

Cowgirl up!

Hayden Senior Center Line Dancers to perform Friday at Hayden Days

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Trout stocking to take place in the Clearwater Region

Trout stocking to take place in the Clearwater Region

Cd’A Airport has new interim director

Coeur d’Alene Airport has a new interim director this week.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

Did you know the swordfish has only one natural predator?

Richard Lee 'Dick' Wilhelm, 79

On Sunday, July 23, 2023, at the age of 79, Richard Lee Wilhelm passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, reuniting with his heavenly Father.

Deadline to buy controlled hunt tags fast approaching

August 1 deadline to buy controlled hunt tags draws near

Vital Ground preserves grizzly land

Vital Ground, Yellowstone to Yukon Conserve 129 Acres in Key Bull River Wildlife Corridor

Legals for July, 27 2023

Man injured in crash

A collision between a semitruck and a passenger car sent a Spirit Lake man to the hospital with life-threatening injuries Wednesday morning, according to the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office.

Two grizzlies put down in last week, one in Glacier Park

On Tuesday, June 27, the grizzly was reported moving through the Many Glacier Campground where she obtained unsecured human food from a campsite picnic table

Sinéad O’Connor, gifted and provocative Irish singer, dies at 56

She was a lifelong non-conformist — she would say that she shaved her head in response to record executives pressuring her to be conventionally glamorous

Residents are at a loss after newspaper that bound community together shuts in declining coal county

Residents suddenly have no way of knowing what’s going on at public meetings, which are not televised, nor are minutes or recordings posted online

Circling Raven Championship • Epson 'Road to the LPGA' Player Spotlight • Robyn Choi

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

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: A safe bet to say Seahawks will be in the mix

When did football season end?

Youth Sports July 26, 2023

Scores, news, etc., from local sports teams, leagues, etc.

LEGION BASEBALL: Lums bounce back, down Nampa Chiefs in elimination game

Coeur d’Alene (21-15) will face the Lewis-Clark Twins (20-15) today at 1 p.m. Lewis-Clark fell to Idaho Falls 11-1 in its opener earlier on Tuesday. Idaho Falls (22-13) will face the Pocatello Runnin’ Rebels today at 4 for a berth to Thursday’s championship round. Pocatello beat Nampa 10-5 in Tuesday’s opening game.

Kootenai County to float $50M open spaces bond

Kootenai County voters will decide in November whether to approve a $50 million bond meant to secure public open space on the Rathdrum Prairie and other parts of the county.

No tax increase for library network

Public hearing set for 5:30 p.m. Aug. 10 in PF

The Community Library Network budget was finalized Tuesday by trustees.

Despite delays, 'Faith' remains in park

Nonprofit buys property from church

Faith park moves ahead

'A tough loss for our district'

Longtime PE instructor Clark Campbell dies

PE teacher dies

Roads to close Saturday morning for Hayden Days Parade

Roads in Hayden will temporarily close Saturday for the Hayden Days Parade and other Hayden Days events and activities.

Northwest Notes: July 26, 2023

A GoFundMe account has been set up to help the Coeur d'Alene 12U Little League team cover travel and lodging expenses associated with getting to and staying in California.

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Brynn Johnson, Thorns North FC

Thorns North FC defender Brynn Johnson is this week's Knudsten Chevrolet Press Athlete of the Week.

LITTLE LEAGUE: Post Falls 13U drops two in Arizona

Post Falls will compete in a quarterfinal game tonight, with winners advancing to the semifinals on Thursday.

Inland Empire PGA results: July 26, 2023

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

OPINION: Human rights group reacts to Patriot Front convictions

The Kootenai County Task Force on Human Relations (KCTFHR) extends its appreciation and gratitude to the Coeur d’Alene Police Department under the able leadership of Chief Lee White, the City of Coeur d’Alene Prosecutor’s Office, and the legal system including the jury decision for once again upholding the rule of law in protecting the safety of our community. At the end of the recent court trial, the six-person jury found five members of the Patriot Front guilty of the misdemeanor charge of conspiracy to riot by disturbing the public peace.

Musical dreams becoming a reality

I recently came across a photograph I’d taken for the Coeur d’Alene Press’ Fabulous Faces page in 2013.

OPINION: Celebrate the Democratic past

This Saturday, July 29, your Kootenai County Democrats will host The 2023 Big Blue Huckleberry BBQ.

Historic garage to be replaced

Jewett House structure was demolished in windstorm

Garage historic house

Donald 'Don' W. Sausser, 88

Donald “Don” W. Sausser, age 88, of Coeur d’Alene, died on July 23, 2023. Don was born Oct. 15, 1934, to Gilbert Arthur and Dura Davis (Stanton) Sausser in Long Beach, California.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Symptoms: Your body’s alert system

Symptoms are not a random set of annoyances, but an alarm system that signals something is wrong. Understanding what the body is trying to tell us, appropriately interpreting a combination of symptoms, and taking action to change it, especially in the early stages, can make a difference in your level of suffering.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Low level laser therapy for sports injuries

Rehabilitation of sports injuries is all about one thing, getting back in the game as fast as possible. We are finding that low level laser therapy is accomplishing this in a fast, safe, and effective way. Dr. Oz has actually called it the "no-pill pain buster."

Lari Carol Pearcy, 76

Lari Carol Pearcy passed away on June 21, 2023, after a short battle with an aggressive cancer.

Big Blue Huckleberry Barbecue returns Saturday

Kootenai County Democrats to host event at Elk Point

Democrats from across North Idaho will revive a tradition from long ago at 4 p.m. Saturday at Elk Point: The Big Blue Huckleberry Barbecue.

EDITORIAL: Farewell to an authentic difference maker

Joe and Yvette Dunlap leaving North Idaho for Washington.

REPUBLICANS: Identity crisis

Recent columns in The Press have highlighted the current identity crisis of the Republican Party in Kootenai County, and possibly the nation. To Trump or not to Trump for example. A comparison to Dissociative Identity Disorder seems fitting. Previously called multiple personality disorder, DID is usually characterized by the presence of two or more distinct personality identities. Each may have a unique name, personal history and characteristics.

ROAD IMPROVEMENTS: Taxpayers deserve better

Lakes Highway District has been dragging their feet for more than 20 years to do any improvements to Highway 54 (one of the most traveled highways in the county).

Ronald Kermit Mills, 86

Ronald Kermit Mills was born in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho on January 1, 1937, to Kermit and Jeannette Mills.

OCTOGENARIAN: Observations

I am in my mid-80s and have seen this country through some troubling times. I was in Airborne Electronics School in Ft. Huachuca, Ariz., as a young U.S. Army student when J.F.K. was assassinated. A very sad time indeed.

LIBRARY NETWORK: Property taxes, small price to pay

A healthy library contributes to a healthy community. If funding is cut or isn’t adequate to support existing programs, we may see cuts to programs and staffing to the detriment of library patrons and residents.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

There are two types of people in the world

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — It is summer

It has been down right toasty here in North Idaho, and wine purchasing patterns are consistent with the warm sunny weather. We are all heading outside, cooking our meals on the grill and enjoying the lake. Like we always do we have many new wines to choose from and right now they are the lighter and brighter versions that go well with all from lounging on the deck to dining alfresco. Here are some of our favorites.

Chris Edward Fox, 89

Chris Edward Fox went to be with the Lord on July 5, 2023. He was at home with his family. Chris was born to Chris Edward Fox and Josie Card on March 31, 1934, in Detroit, Michigan.

Dorothy Arlene Kessinger, 93

Dorothy Arlene Kessinger was born March 12, 1930, to Carl and Mabel (Lien) Nicholson on the family farm in rural Wadena, Minnesota.

Frederick 'Fred' Louis Sorsabal, 85

Frederick “Fred” Louis Sorsabal, 85, of Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, died July 22, 2023 at Schneidmiller Hospice House in CDA. Fred was born July 24, 1937 in Fullerton, Cali. to Andrew and Earma (Thompson) Sorsabal.

To probate, or not to probate — that is the question

As courts in Idaho and across much of the country have reduced access to formal court proceedings due to coronavirus, avoiding unnecessary court matters has become a priority for many of my clients. When I first meet with clients they frequently tell me that they “need a living trust to avoid probate.” They less frequently know what probate is, or why they want to avoid it. To determine if you should be trying to avoid probate, you must first know a little about probate.

Clark A. Campbell, 62

Clark A. Campbell, beloved husband, father, son, brother, friend, and educator, was born on February 25, 1961, to Don and Vee Campbell in Billings, Montana. On July 18, 2023, he passed away in Spokane, Washington.

OPINIONS: Questions

Opinion pieces, are the people who write them, do you charge them? Is there a limit to how many words are in them? How often are they allowed to be in the paper?

Legals for July, 26 2023

Beauty Creek Fire contained

The Beauty Creek Fire is 100% contained. Idaho Panhandle National Forests, Coeur d’Alene River Ranger District, announced the fire’s containment Tuesday afternoon.

Meteorological magic

Monday's sunset was multi-colored meteorological magic across North Idaho's skies.

U.S. consumer confidence jumps to a two-year high as inflation eases

The U.S. economy — the world's largest — has proved surprisingly resilient in the face of sharply higher borrowing costs

Far-right activist Ammon Bundy loses defamation case and faces millions of dollars in fines

Police said at the time that medical personnel determined the child was malnourished and had lost weigh

UPS reaches tentative contract with 340,000 unionized workers potentially dodging calamitous strike

Under the tentative agreement, existing full- and part-time UPS union workers will get $2.75 more per hour in 2023, and $7.50 more per hour over the length of the five-year contract

BIG SKY FOOTBALL KICKOFF: ‘We’re going to get everybody’s best shot’ — After securing its first playoff berth last year since return to FCS, Idaho now conference title contender

“You know we probably snuck up on some people last year,” second-year Idaho coach Jason Eck said Monday, at the Big Sky Football Kickoff at Northern Quest Resort & Casino near the Spokane Airport. “We’re going to give everybody’s best shot, and we’ve got to embrace that. We have to rise to that occasion and take advantage of it, and I think we have a lot of guys that are going to embrace that, and run with it.”

STATE AA LEGION BASEBALL TOURNAMENT: Unlucky opener ... Errors cost Lums in state opener

“I’ve been around a long time, and never seen a gem like that,” third-year Coeur d’Alene coach Darren Taylor said. “He threw 105 pitches, completely in control all the time. But he definitely threw well enough to win for sure.”

Hatten selected Big Sky preseason offensive MVP; Idaho picked to finish second by media, fifth by coaches

Hatten finished with 1,209 yards last season, fourth all-time on the school record list. He earned Preseason All-Big Sky honors to go with his Offensive MVP recognition.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Putting the crazy in the Kennel a little early this year

Just when you thought college sports couldn’t get any crazier … You know, that the movement and changing of conferences, athletes switching schools, scholarship releases, NIL and the transfer portal couldn’t possibly make that buzz in your head any stronger.

'A dangerous situation'

Fire danger rising; red-flag alert issued

Fire threats all around North Idaho

Beating the heat

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Silver Valley Pride goes off without a hitch

The ability to be seen, supported, and included. These were the goals for Silver Valley Pride 2023.

VETERANS PRESS: One small act

There are times in ones life where you step up and do things, and you do it without asking questions. Today was one of those times. Sandy, my wife and I volunteered to be a part of this years Post Falls Festival parade. My wife and I volunteered July 8 to carry a banner of a fallen soldier from our area who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. The banners are sponsored by the Washington State Fallen Heroes Project (https://www.facebook.com/WAFallenHeroesProject).

Cd’A man charged with sexual abuse

A man who was previously charged with sexually assaulting a minor has been jailed again for alleged sexual abuse.

Chip Shots July 25, 2023

Results, news from local golf courses, leagues

VETERANS PRESS: North Idaho Resource Directory

All states and some counties have a Veteran Affairs office to answer questions about benefits and provide assistance. There are also other useful resources for veterans in the Inland Northwest.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

I’m a big dreamer

VETERANS PRESS: Employer Support for Guard and Reserves program builds strong relationships

The Employer Support for Guard and Reserves (ESGR) program, established in 1972, continues to strengthen the bond between Guard and Reserve Service members and their civilian employers. The ESGR, an office within the Department of Defense, aims to develop supportive work environments, promote understanding of responsibilities, and ensure the smooth integration of military service and civilian employment.

Riley Gaines to speak at dinner

Will talk about fair competition in women's sports

City accepting apps for ignite cda board

Ignite seeks board member

Debra Long, 70

Debra Kay Long passed away July 17, 2023, at the Life Care Center of Coeur d'Alene, with her loving husband by her side.

Silver Valley Seniors receives WaFd Bank grant

A recent grant from the local branch of the Washington Federal Bank is going a long way toward keeping the kitchen open at Silver Valley Seniors.

Shoshone County jail bookings

Shoshone County jail bookings

Rathdrum Days McDonald’s Big Wheel Race winners

The 22nd annual McDonald's Big Wheel Races took place Saturday at Rathdrum Days.

State funds new sidewalks in Kellogg

A $250,000, five-part pedestrian safety project is underway thanks to funding from the Local Highway Technical Assistance Council (LHTAC) as part of their Children Pedestrian Safety Program.

Marjorie Wilson, 87

On June 12th, 2023, Marjorie "Marge" Mary Wilson of Post Falls peacefully passed away at Hospice in Hayden Lake.

MLP: Two heads better than one

Your Mrs. Language Person is a true word nerd. That which makes others guffaw only raises her eyebrow. It’s misplaced modifiers that are her great gut-busters (or her great-gut busters; MLP’s gut is of a certain age, after all).

Legals for July, 25 2023

A UPS strike could be just around the corner. Here's what you need to know

UPS's unionized workers still seethe about a contract they feel was forced on them in 2018

Arizona woman died after her power was cut over a $51 debt. That forced utilities to change

Maricopa County, home to Phoenix, reported Wednesday that as of July 15, there were 18 heat-associated deaths confirmed this year going back to April 11

Authorities search for grizzly bear that killed woman near Yellowstone National Park

“I tell everybody, ‘Better take bear spray and know how to use it,’" he said. “And the big thing is, don't go alone."

Millions of dollars to combat opioid abuse are coming to Idaho

As Idaho begins the long process of receiving opioid lawsuit settlement funds, expect to learn more about how local, state governments are spending that money.

Hayden Days begins Friday

The annual Hayden Days Car Show, sponsored by Hayden Cars is nearly here.

It's been hot, but ground temperatures can be much hotter

The unrelenting heat across the southern U.S. and other parts of the world continues to break records.

Bertsch Heating and Cooling donates grill for senior center drawing

Bertsch Heating and cooling donated a Traeger Grill and accessories valued at $800 to the Hayden Senior Senior Center.

LITTLE LEAGUE: Post Falls teams fall at regionals

The Post Falls Intermediate All-Stars play on, while the Post Falls Seniors were eliminated.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

A man walked into a bar and yelled, "Tequila! Vodka! Whiskey!"

Legal counsel objects to proposed Lakeland policy

Parents' had mixed feelings about an early draft of a Lakeland Joint School District Policy outlining mental health services on campuses, but a legal counselor’s opinion was clear.

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Big Sky questions set to be answered Monday

Can Idaho live up to the hype this year?

LITTLE LEAGUE: Coeur d’Alene sweeps North Boise to win state title, earn trip to San Bernardino for Northwest Regional

Coeur d’Alene advances to the Northwest Regional in San Bernardino, Calif., Aug. 5-10. The winner of that four-team regional moves on to the Little League World Series in Williamsport, Pa., Aug. 16-27.

STATE AA LEGION BASEBALL TOURNAMENT: Smaller, but still some quality ... Coeur d'Alene to host state tournament for first time since 2015 starting Monday at Thorco Field

“Lewis-Clark is 20-14, we’re 20-14 and Idaho Falls is 20-13,” Coeur d'Alene coach Darren Taylor said. “Pocatello might have the best record, but Idaho Falls just swept them. So I really don’t think anyone is unbeatable.”

Soaring interest rates: What North Idaho needs to know

Sixteen-year high interest rates, declining inflation levels and more rate hikes are on the horizon. Is a recession imminent?

Rathdrum Days Parade: 'Quintessential Small Town, U.S.A.'

Rathdrum Days Parade celebration commences on Main Street.

The Children's Warehouse grand opening Aug. 1

The Children's Warehouse will have its grand opening Aug. 1 at 2120 N. Third St. (next to Resort Property Management). The business formerly was Babies and Beyond at 4025 Government Way with owner Susan Elliott-Lawson retiring after 22 years.

Outdoor watering solutions can save water, give you more time to enjoy life

Water is vital to the beauty and economic well-being of our region. We love our lakes, rivers, and the aquifer that provides clean, safe drinking water.

Top 30 Under 40 nominations open Aug. 1

Kootenai County Young Professionals seeking public input

The Kootenai County Young Professionals' Top 30 Under 40 award nominations open Aug. 1.

Community Thanks

See who's thankful!

Verla Nagrone, 94

Verla Mae Nagrone (94) passed away peacefully while surrounded by her loving family at the Hospice House of North Idaho on July 18, 2023.

How do 'Pay on Death' designations impact your estate plan?

Bank accounts and brokerage or investment accounts may be the most overlooked part of most people’s estate planning. There are some simple ways you can be sure your accounts will go where you intend upon your death, but your decisions need to be coordinated with your overall estate plan. Let’s take a look.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

How does a cucumber become a pickle?

MY TURN: Elected officials with courage needed

I read with interest and a certain sense of pride the article by Dave Oliveria in the Sunday Press regarding the attempt to place commercial construction on the top of Tubbs Hill in the early 1960s.

REGAN: ‘Another tour de force in hypocrisy’

REGAN: ‘Another tour de force in hypocrisy’

EDITORIAL: Spread the lifesaving gospel of 988

Crisis and suicide lifeline helped 5 million Americans last year.

HUCKLEBERRIES: Of 'purple gold,' Manley and Reed

Venerable Mary Lou Reed and her late husband, Scott, co-founded the Kootenai Environmental Alliance with good friend Art Manley 50 years ago.

State A legion baseball tournament glance

Games begin Wednesday at Rodeo Park in Nampa.

Try something new for a change

Liz Claiborne was a clothing designer for 16 years with a company whose management disregarded her ideas that body types and style preferences warranted innovation in design, so she started her own company in 1976 as a vehicle for stylish and affordable women's apparel.

PRESS: Too many ‘left-wing’ viewpoints

PRESS: Too many ‘left-wing’ viewpoints

Hot enough for you?

With the calendar saying mid to late July, it's time to feed those blooming plants again. Not the perennials, just the annuals. To continue their flower production up until frost hits, choose a product with a high middle number. Dig some in around the base, water and stand back to enjoy continued blooms. Keep disbudding these annuals and they will keep producing flowers for you.

THE FRONT ROW with JASON ELLIOTT: Free spirit: Bumbaugh in his own world at the center of Lumbermen outfield

Bumbaugh is hitting .388 (38 for 98), with 18 stolen bases and 25 RBIs this season for the Lumbermen. He also has two doubles, two triples and three home runs.

North Idaho 14-day forecast

North Idaho 14-day forecast

LITTLE LEAGUE: Coeur d'Alene 12U wins state playoff opener

Game 2 is today at noon PDT, with Coeur d’Alene needing one win to advance to the Northwest Regional in San Bernardino, Calif.; Post Falls teams fall in openers.

Hayden spends more for law and order, none for JobsPlus

The city of Hayden will defund Jobs Plus, start around 15 construction projects and spend about $39 million in 2024, according to the final draft of the city budget that was tentatively approved Friday in a special meeting.

A small, special force of firefighters

When wildfires strike, there isn’t time to ponder who makes up the firefighting force on the frontlines of the blaze.

Cd'A Charter grad earns Air Force accolades

A 2015 Coeur d'Alene Charter Academy graduate and Air Force technical sergeant for her unwavering dedication and service.

Rest in pieces, rock

PF resident asks about disappearance of boulder amid I-90 construction

Just about every day, on the drive in and out of town, Bruce Kauffman remembers seeing a large boulder in a stand of trees on the northwest side of the Interstate 90 and Highway 41 interchange in Post Falls. "It just seemed like an unusual object," Kauffman said Friday. "Why was it even there? How did it get there?"

Senior Meals

Senior Meals: July 24-28

MY TURN: Library budget and property taxes

Library Trustee Hanley asked the question, “What is the core mission of the CLN?” Apparently, he hasn’t found the time to visit the Community Library Network’s website or look at the top of the numerous agendas for the regular and special meetings they’ve had over the last month. The mission is published prominently in both places. The mission of the CLN is to "empower discovery." The bigger question is why would someone who doesn’t know the purpose or the mission of an institution run for office to lead that institution?

Northwest Notes July 22, 2023

Home game times for the Eastern Washington University football team’s 2023 season have been announced, with three 1 p.m. kickoffs, one 4 p.m. and one that remains to be determined.

FAST FIVE Becca Russell enjoys a bird's-eye view

Meet Becca Russell, a 2015 Lakeland High School graduate who lives in Post Falls and works for Timberline Adventures in downtown Coeur d'Alene.

Charles Glenn Sain Jr., 83

Charles Glenn Sain, Jr., 83 of Coeur d'Alene, Idaho passed away peacefully at Silver Ridge Care Center on Monday, July 3, 2023, after a brave battle with cancer.

Managing compulsive disorders in dogs and cats

Dogs and cats who cannot be distracted from an activity, such as biting or chasing imaginary objects, may be experiencing a compulsive disorder, especially when their behavior prevents them from maintaining their daily routine.

The Exhausted Dad: A cheese factory and a dancing banana

You can’t expect relaxation on a vacation with four kids. While achievable, the effort required often turns “feeling relaxed” into “being too tired to move.”

LIBRARY NETWORK TRUSTEES: Out of touch

LIBRARY NETWORK TRUSTEES: Out of touch

Dry weather points to high fire danger

Northern Lakes Fire District: Fire Danger Upgraded to HIGH and Burning Permits Closed

WalkRunREAD 5k accepting applications, sponsors

The Literacy Project of North Idaho will host “WalkRunREAD” a 5k Community event in support of literacy, featuring a 5k, Kids Dash, Family Activities, Raffle Prizes, and a Book Sale/Swap Aug. 5 in Post Falls.

Durst: Application requires adoption of minutes

ISDE: State just needs date of declaration of emergency, hire

New West Bonner County School District Superintendent Branden Durst said the delay in submitting his application for provisional certification to lead the school district stems from one thing: he's following Idaho law. "At this time, my application has not been submitted because board minutes have not yet been approved reflecting the board's approval of the emergency declaration," Durst told the Daily Bee in an email. However, Idaho State Department of Education officials said they just need the date the declaration of emergency was approved and the date of Durst's hire.

Attendance the root of box office woes

Writer and actor strikes justifiably take a hefty portion of oxygen in the Hollywood-centric news cycle, but entertainment writers across the country also love talking about box office bombs.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

What kind of shoes do frogs wear camping during the summer?

Legals for July, 22 2023

Patriot Front members jailed, banned from downtown Cd'A

A Kootenai County judge sent five members of the white nationalist group Patriot Front to jail Friday and banned them from the city's downtown area for a year, following their conviction for conspiracy to riot, a misdemeanor.

News Alert: Patriot Front members sentenced

Judge James Stow sentenced five Patriot Front members to five days in jail with credit for time served. That means they will each serve three days of jail time.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Lots of stones in what should be diamond of a season for M's

Come 2024, maybe a lot of days will be diamonds rather than stones. Plus, it would help if Kelenic stopped kicking large, immovable objects.

‘Please don’t bleed our libraries dry’

Community members ask library trustees to maintain programs and other offerings

Community Library Network trustees heard from about a dozen community members during their regular meeting Thursday, which followed a series of special meetings during which no public comment was permitted.

Behold Birds of Prey at Cd'A Library

Birds of Prey Northwest is offering two showings of their raptor presentation with guest speaker and president of the Midwestern Peregrine Program, Jackie Fallon.

Shoshone County declared the winner in legal battle with Silver Mountain

After nearly six years of litigation and multiple levels of appeals, Shoshone County has emerged victorious in its tax appeal fight against Silver Mountain Resort.

Kellogg, FEMA at standstill

Progress between the city of Kellogg and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to revise aging flood maps has ground to a halt.

EDITORIAL: Library board opts for ignorance, so far

But there's still time to avoid disaster.

WATER: Stop building until you find other sources

I’m referring to the article printed Tuesday, July 18 by Bill Buley. It talks about Coeur d’Alene considering a conservation ordinance to curb water usage for residents. They’re talking about restricting watering from noon to 6 p.m. and possibly imposing odd/even watering schedules. Believe me, it doesn’t stop there. Pretty soon, you’ll only be allowed to water one day per week.

Bryson John Vergobbi, 26

Bryson John Vergobbi, 26, of Wallace, ID, beloved son, brother, uncle, grandson, and nephew, passed away unexpectedly on June 8, 2023.

Jennifer Joan Saijo-Milholland, 47

Jennifer Joan Saijo-Milholland was born on January 27, 1976, in Boise Idaho, and unexpectedly passed away on June 18, 2023, at the age of 47.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

My wife got a job at the zoo.

Pamela Benton to debut new music

Pamela Benton is back with a debut of her original music. She and her band will perform at Riverstone Summer Concerts from 6-8 p.m. July 27, at 1805 Tilford Lane, Coeur d’Alene.

Movers & Shakers

On The Move

LIBRARY NETWORK: Community members depend on resources

Libraries are about more than books. Libraries are community centers providing free resources for every walk of life, such as the deaf/hard of hearing community, the blind, disabled, handicapped, students, teachers, seniors, children, homeless and families of all types. It is the hub of intellectual freedom. Many of the programs offered are funded through grants, and the Friends of the Library volunteers.

Wilco founder Jeff Tweedy to play Panida

Wilco’s founding member, Jeff Tweedy, announced a summer North American tour, with a stop at Sandpoint’s own Panida Theater starting at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday July 25.

Wallace Arts Council organizes youth band project

Wallace District Arts Council is putting together a band of young musicians

Shoshone County wins legal battle with Silver Mountain

After nearly six years of litigation and multiple levels of appeals, Shoshone County has emerged victorious in its tax appeal fight against Silver Mountain Resort.

Free physicals for Shoshone County student athletes

Free physicals offered for Shoshone County student athletes

MY TURN: VP selection and the consequences

The importance of selecting a Vice President and the consequences of it.

Weekend TV/Radio highlights

Television, streaming and radio highlights for upcoming weekend.

Northwest Notes July 21, 2023

Little League postseason play continues today; streaming schedule released for Big Sky football media day and Circling Raven tourney passes now on sale.

Shoshone County jail bookings

Shoshone County jail bookings

LIBRARY NETWORK: Library services add depth to communities

Twenty years ago I was looking for a place to live. I had the time to seriously consider the community before I moved. One of the major things that attracted me to Post Falls was the library. I believe the Community Library Network is a major community builder.

Dennis Gossett, 67

Dennis Edgar Gossett (Webley) died on February 12th, 2023. True to his nature as a man of mystery, his cause of death is uncertain, but was likely peaceful and occurred while he was asleep.

Plant Notes: Snowberry

Waxy-white berries bunched on the ends of twiggy stems make winter the most conspicuous season for Snowberry, a deciduous North American native.

Marty and Max: How's the market doing?

The housing data reflects that the housing market is surprisingly resilient. Our crisis, however, is that there is not enough inventory, rather than not enough buyers.

Free lunches Sunday for kids in Kellogg park

Free lunches for kids offered in Kellogg park

Jeffrey J. Nickelby, 63

Jeff J. Nickelby of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho passed away in the afternoon on July 17, 2023.

OPINION: Ad Hominem Ad Nauseam

The Idaho Republican Party is in the midst of a shift from the established power elites to the grassroots base. The reason for this is simple; the voters have had enough abuse.

OPINION: Time to recognize the truth

Brent Regan mischaracterizes several things in an attempt to discredit me, as well as local Republicans and their conservative events. And when I say “mischaracterize,” I really mean he states falsehoods.

BOOKS AND LIBRARIES: Open up a universe of opportunities

My students asked me, “Why should we read books?” My answer was that books open up the universe to them. Will you ever be a ship’s captain? Will you ever be a soldier in a trench in World War I? Will you ever be a young orphan who is adopted by two elderly people in Canada to grow up and have many adventures along the way? A great book of my childhood was “Augustus and the River” about a boy on the Mississippi. A wonderful book was about a true hero with some interesting idiosyncrasies, “The Last Lion,” a biography of Winston Churchill by William Manchester. Churchill was a man for his time. His contribution was monumental to his country and to Europe and to the U.S.

VOTE: ‘With intellect, logic and good reasonings’

I was a freshman in high school when President Kennedy was assassinated. He was a complete opposite to what we have in U.S. leadership now.

Golden memories of the Silver Valley

Stories from the Kellogg all-class reunion grand marshals

Inland Northwest Opera to host gala

The Inland Northwest Opera will welcome Max Mendez as the new General Director in a Singing in the Saddle ranch-style evening gala starting at 5:30 p.m. August 3rd.

Legals for July, 21 2023

Patriot Front members convicted

A jury has convicted five Patriot Front members of the misdemeanor charge of conspiracy to riot by disturbing the public peace.

Patriot Front members found guilty

After about an hour of deliberation, a six-person jury unanimously voted to convict five members of the Patriot Front on the misdemeanor charge of conspiracy to riot by disturbing the peace.

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Bryce Stockton making a name. Jon Stockton? Well …

First, the news.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Plenty to stay up late for this weekend

If you can handle the odd hours and keep plenty of coffee handy, there’s fantastic golf and World Cup soccer already started.

Northwest Notes: July 20, 2023

News on Coeur d'Alene High football, a new coach joining former Vik Orlandi's staff at Lewis-Clark State and preseason football honors for Boise State and Idaho receiver Hayden Hatten.

Spirit Lake, KCSO talk contracts for police coverage

The Spirit Lake City Council asked the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office to draft two contracts in a special meeting, Wednesday, without committing to anything until they see the contract language.

Little: Tax relief on the way

Idahoans to receive $300 million in property tax

Little praises property tax relief success

Pastor defends Good Samaritan program

Remington: 'Integrity is everything to me'

In 21 years, the Good Samaritan Rehabilitation program based in Coeur d’Alene has helped about 4,000 men and women. But for Pastor Tim Remington of The Altar Church, who started the faith-based, nonprofit organization, it’s doing more than freeing people of drug and alcohol addictions. He said it’s giving them hope and a new direction in life.

Fire volunteers push in new ambulance

East Side celebrates new apparatus with age-old tradition

East Side Fire District and community members on Tuesday initiated their newly-acquired ambulance with a traditional push-in ceremony.

MY TURN: Theft by any other name is still theft

Skipping right past the U.S. and Idaho Constitutions, the Kootenai County Commission’s public hearing went as scheduled to vet the Coeur D’Alene Tribe’s demand to rezone private property in the reservation area of 20 acres or more from “Rural” to “Agricultural.”

Today's Ghastly Groaner

Never date tennis players.

NASA scopes out Idaho beavers

Idaho Fish and Game, in collaboration with NASA, Boise State University and Utah State University, are once again looking to the skies as they study beaver behavior and ecological conservation.

LCEA seeks council support in contract talks

Mayor: 'We'd be lost without you'

The president of the Lake City Employees Association requested the support of the City Council Tuesday in contract negotiations with city administration.

School Rocks Backpack giveaway July 30

Backpacks filled with pencils, paper, pencil boxes, folders, rulers and glue will be given away July 30 during the School Rocks Backpack Giveaway.

Kokanee begin to measure up at Dworshak

Kokanee fishing is picking up on Dworshak Reservoir. In 2022 the population was so high that Kokanee were very small, measuring just 7.5 inches on average during July surveys. The smaller fish were difficult to catch and didn’t yield much of a fillet for those anglers who could get them to bite.

Kootenai County grads earn Merit Scholarships

Three 2023 high school graduates from Kootenai County are Merit Scholarship winners. North Idaho STEM Charter Academy grad Skyla Taylor and Coeur d'Alene Charter Academy grads Madison Craigie and Lauren Holecek are among 7,140 National Merit Scholars selected from 153 colleges and universities in 42 states and Washington, D.C.

Plight of the pelicans

While the comeback of pelicans should be celebrated as a national conservation success story, increases in any predator population often lead to concerns about prey populations. Idaho’s pelican story is no different.

Legals for July, 20 2023

Police testify in Patriot Front trial

The lead detective who investigated the 31 members of Patriot Front found crammed into a U-Haul truck on their way to a 2022 Pride celebration in Coeur d’Alene testified he doesn’t think the group planned to commit violence.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: As Few saw coming, NIL is becoming a 'nightmare'

Even Few may not have guessed how accurate his warning would become — nor how many political bodies, marketing companies and university policies would be thrown into this whirring blender. Not to mention the United States Congress.

Circling Raven Championship • Epson ‘Road to the LPGA’ Tour Player Spotlight • Savannah Vilaubi

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

YOUTH SPORTS July 19, 2023

Softball, Little League baseball and more.

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Natalie Thompson, Thorns North 07G Academy

Thorns North 07G center forward Natalie Thompson is this week's Knudsten Chevrolet Press Athlete of the Week.

Northwest Notes July 19, 2023

Coeur d'Alene Juniors plan another fundraiser car wash and Washington State football players named to Preseason All-Pac-12 team.

Garden party for dogs and cats

More than 300 attend fundraiser for Companions Animal Center

Finish the Journey fundraiser draws more than 300

Library budget talks continue

Regular meeting to be held Thursday in PF

The Community Library Network's general fund expenditures for fiscal year 2022 were $4.967 million. The average daily expense for the network is $13,610, based on the 2022 numbers.

It's in the bag

Ashley Torgerson, a Lake City High grad, claims Idaho cornhole singles title

Ashley Torgerson has tended to get nervous at key moments in cornhole tournaments. Anxiety. Pressure. Tension. It's all there when she doesn't want it around. “I think I've seen myself as a little bit of a head case,” the Post Falls woman said. But at the Idaho State Cornhole Championships on Friday and Saturday in Nampa, Torgerson was focused and confident. She envisioned the throws she had to make, saw where the one-pound bag had to go and put it there.

State AA Legion baseball tournament glance

The state AA legion baseball tournament begins Monday at Thorco Field in Coeur d'Alene.

Fundraiser benefits Cd'A woman hurt in crash

Tricia McCollough on waiting list for Craig Hospital

A fundraiser is underway to help a Coeur d'Alene woman who was paralyzed in a crash nearly two years ago. Dave McCullough, father of Tricia McCullough, said she has been accepted at Craig Hospital in Englewood, Colo., which specializes in spinal cord rehabilitation.

TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT: Spend to synchronize lights, not on center

I am curious about the time and funds being spent on the creation of a regional traffic management center. Why can’t you (Kootenai Metropolitan Planning Organization) focus our resources on the implementation of synchronized traffic lights on our major roads (Highway 95, Government Way, Ramsey)? There are firms that specialize in this product. Maybe reach out to other counties in the country who utilize this favorable management tool.

'National Night Out' coming up

Strengthening police-community partnerships part of event

EDITORIAL: Roll up your sleeves for this project

St. Vincent-Housing Company project can use your support

PRIVACY RIGHTS: At risk with Labrador

Anyone aware of our Attorney General Raúl Labrador signed a letter which would allow the state to obtain medical records of women who sought an abortion out of state? Yes, he signed a letter that Fitch, Mississippi’s Attorney General who wants a rules change to allow the state to obtain medical records.

TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT CENTER: Something to be skeptical of

I write to give credit to the Coeur d’Alene Press for recognizing that the Traffic Center survey is flawed and won’t provide a true picture of how people in the county feel about the plan.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

Did you hear about the actor who fell through the floorboards?

Idaho AG warns of sextortion scam

Attorney General Raúl Labrador has announced a sextortion scammer recently impersonated the Idaho Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force in an attempt to elicit personal identifiable information from a target via email.

OPINION: Library budget and property taxes

Is a library a community center which happens to have books, or a book repository which also serves as a community center? Should it be both?

Michael 'Mike' Douglas Mayo, 40

Michael Douglas Mayo, age 40, passed away at Kootenai Health on July 14, 2023, with his loving family by his side after a long illness.

Cd'A Charter Academy announces second semester honor roll

Coeur d'Alene Charter Academy has announced its 2022-2023 second semester honor roll.

Boise, Cd'A named among top three boomtowns

Checkr compiled this list to bring to light cities across the country that are best fit for businesses looking to start up or expand, and for individuals seeking a new home with great opportunities for employment.

QUMRAN CAVES: Bedouins and Essenes

A Bedouin shepherd found the first Dead Sea Scrolls in a cave at Qumran (1946/47). Qumran National Park is 28 miles east of Jerusalem.

Oh, how their garden grows

Tickets now on sale for Shared Harvest's Dinner Under the Stars

A honeybee landed in a magenta cosmo in the late Tuesday morning sunlight and busily went about its pollen-collecting bee business. Activity buzzed around the bees, hummingbirds and other critters in the Shared Harvest Community Garden at 1009 E. Foster Ave. in Coeur d'Alene as volunteers and gardeners plucked new produce, pulled weeds and watered the greenery. "Besides growing food, our main goal is to build community so people get a chance to be part of a community,” said Michael Lee, Shared Harvest's plot coordinator. "We welcome everybody in the area to be part of the garden community.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Wine price inflation round 2

We wrote frequently during 2022 about the surging inflation in the wine industry. For much of the year the price increases were relentless and pretty much across the board for wines from every appellation New World and Old World alike. Through the first half of 2023 things seemed to stabilize. There were still some price increases but they were more moderate in nature and not every bottle that came through the door went up. Even more refreshingly we saw some wine come in down a “tick or two” at the wholesale level. We were relieved, and I’m sure most wine consumers were as well.

How hot is too hot? A matter of perspective

My love/hate relationship with August arrived in July this year. I’m feeling a sense of urgency to cram summer enjoyment into a few weeks while summer seems to be flying by at breakneck speed.

Real Estate, LLCs and Living Trusts: What goes where?

One of the most important parts of having a living trust designed to avoid probate is to have those assets which would normally require probate assigned to the trust. By this I mean that the trust needs to be the owner of the probate-causing assets (more technically, the Trustee of the trust is the owner, but in his or her capacity as Trustee). In Idaho, one asset that will almost always implicate the need for a probate after death is real estate. So, when I help clients establish a living trust for estate planning, I also assist them in getting their real estate retitled into their trust. This typically means preparing, executing, and recording a new deed for the client’s personal residence which names the trust as the titled owner of the property going forward (again, technically, the deed shows the Trustee of the trust as the titled owner, but in their capacity as Trustee of said trust). If a client owns more than one residence, we will be repeating this process for each.

IMMIGRANTS: Tell us how many are here

Give us the numbers. We have a major crisis at the Mexican border that doesn’t get the attention it should. Citizens should know what our government is spending and on what. After all, it’s our tax dollars that are paying for this avoidable mess.

OPINION: Common sense and a more perfect union

Last week, I discussed five ways we can overcome the social hostility that prevents many Democrats from expressing their party’s values to folks with whom we might disagree. The fear of expressing our views in the company of others keeps us divided as a society. We must find the courage to confront and overcome this fear.

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Jacqueline Mae Mayo, 92

Jacqueline Mae Mayo, age 92, passed away June 28, 2023, at home in Coeur d'Alene with her loving husband and family by her side.

TRAFFIC CAMERAS: Exchanging freedom for security

What good will control cameras do when the main streets and highways around Coeur d’Alene have way more traffic than they were designed for? Installing one more system to watch us will not solve the problem of not enough roads.

Legals for July, 19 2023

Patriot Front trial continues

Free speech is at the heart of the trial of five Patriot Front members accused of planning to violently disrupt a Pride celebration in Coeur d’Alene City Park in June 2022.

Phoenix hits at least 110 for 19th straight day, breaking U.S. city records in worldwide heat wave

The lack of a nighttime cooldown can rob people without access to air conditioning of the break from the heat that their bodies need to continue to function properly.

Rescued Australian man who was adrift 3 months in Pacific with dog 'grateful' to be alive

“To the captain and fishing company that saved my life, I’m just so grateful. I’m alive and I didn’t really think I’d make it,” Shaddock said, adding that he and his “amazing” dog Bella are both doing well.

Oregon's Cannon Beach reopens after cougar sighting on iconic coastal rock led to closure

State biologists believe the cougar ventured to Haystack Rock at low tide Saturday night to hunt birds, a behavior they have not previously witnessed at that site

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: There's a time for M's to land Ohtani — and it's not now

Once he’s a free agent, shove in all the chips.

Library programs on budget chopping block

Funds for programming could be cut by half

The purpose of the Community Library Network and libraries in general was questioned a few times Monday afternoon as trustees continued to hash out the details of fiscal year 2024's budget.

Water use soaring

Cd'A considering conservation ordinance

Water use rising

Taxing districts win lawsuit over late fees

Kootenai County treasurer may appeal

A judge has ordered Kootenai County to distribute a proportional share of penalties and interest collected from property taxpayers to the taxing districts where the fees were generated, but the dispute over who gets to keep the funds may not be over.

DEQ awards Shoshone County water district $8.5 million

Shoshone County went through a three-day saga in April 2017 after the Central Shoshone County Water District’s water transmission mainline broke. The Kellogg School District and businesses were forced to close before a boil water order was eventually issued.

Patriot Front trial starts today

Five members of the white nationalist group Patriot Front are expected to stand trial this week for allegedly planning to violently disrupt a Pride celebration in Coeur d’Alene City Park.

LEGION BASEBALL: Lums 17U on to state 'A' tourney; Northern Lakes qualifies too, as it turns out

Both teams advance to state in Nampa.

Eight signs of heatstroke

Hot enough for you? After the tragic news of a Rathdrum toddler who died in a hot car, a reminder of the dangers of heat-related illness wouldn’t go amiss.

Movers & Shakers

On the move!

Hiring event Wednesday in Post Falls

More than 35 employers will be looking for job candidates Wednesday during the Idaho Department of Labor’s hiring event from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Idaho Department of Labor office, 600 N. Thornton St., Post Falls.

Sheriff to discuss service in Spirit Lake on Wednesday

Sheriff Bob Norris, accompanied by a lawyer, will attend a Spirit Lake special city council meeting at 9 a.m. Wednesday to discuss options for county law enforcement services in the city. The meeting will be held in the Spirit Lake City Hall, 6042 W. Maine St.

Chip Shots July 18, 2023

Results, news from local golf courses, leagues.

Study: Idaho tops in rising home values

Housing prices climb from 2016

Front Porch Conversations to continue with Kellogg mayor

Front Porch Conversations to continue with Kellogg mayor

Shoshone County jail bookings

Shoshone County jail bookings

Legals for July, 18 2023

Deaths of four Oregon women over three months are linked, authorities say

Officials did not use the word “serial killer” in announcing the connection between the death

Pod of 55 pilot whales die after being stranded on a beach in Scotland

The charity said the whole pod may have followed a female whale onto the beach when she had problems giving birth

Hollywood plunges into all-out war on the heels of pandemic and a streaming revolution

The last time screen actors and writers struck simultaneously, in 1960, the guilds established royalty (later residual) payments for replays of films and TV episodes, among other landmark protections

Cd'A man dies in crash

Man dies in motorcycle crash

LEGION BASEBALL: Lums 17U advances to Area A title game

Coeur d’Alene will play Northern Lakes (26-10) in the championship game today at noon. If the Lums lose, an if-necessary title game would follow.

Connecting high school students to the trades

NIC pre-apprenticeship program sees success

To meet demand for skilled construction workers, North Idaho College created a pre-apprenticeship program to get high school kids interested in entering the trades.

'In honor of Chris'

Memorial summer concert, tree honors series founder

The legacy of Chris Guggemos was front and center Sunday at Coeur d’Alene City Park, one of several Kootenai County spots where free concerts organized by Guggemos were for years a summertime staple.

Family trees used to build Hayden history

The details of Hayden's history will be available in a book that will provide a biographical history of the oldest and founding families in the city. The first draft of the book should be ready for review in August, and is set to release in the fall.

Heat, other extreme records continue to fall

Last week, I wrote about the extreme heat that has been reported across the globe.

LITTLE LEAGUE: Post Falls 11U team advances to state

Post Falls advances to the best-of-3 state playoffs this weekend in Boise vs. the District 2 champion.

Three die in train-vehicle collision near Sandpoint

Two adults and a child were killed Saturday when the vehicle they were in was struck by a freight train.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

Do fish ever go on vacation?

Grove finishes T9 at Rosauers

North Idaho College men’s and women’s golf coach Russell Grove shot 66 and finished at 11-under 202, tied for ninth place. He shot 73 on Friday and 63 on Saturday.

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: In the heat of the action … for three straight days

We’re in the midst of what they call “The 100 deadliest days.” The phrase refers to the time between Memorial Day and Labor Day, when the number of fatal crashes involving teen drivers goes up dramatically.

LITTLE LEAGUE: Coeur d'Alene romps to 12U district title

Tournaments continued on Saturday at Croffoot Park in Hayden.

LEGION BASEBALL: Northern Lakes outlasts Lakers, who remain alive with win later

Owen Benson struck out six in a complete-game win for the Coeur d’Alene Lumbermen AA team, which improved to 4-0 in the Northwest Club Championships with a victory at Edmonds Community College.

Misner, a rising junior at Post Falls High, wins Hayden Triathlon

Full results can be found on www.nsplit.com.

Kootenai County weighs proposed Cd'A Tribe rezone

Kootenai County commissioners are considering a proposal to rezone approximately 25,000 acres located within the Coeur d’Alene Tribe’s reservation boundaries.

When duty calls

PF resident recounts exciting career with LAPD

Early in his career as an officer with the Los Angeles Police Department, John Preston was shot in the line of duty. It happened in the early 1970s, when he was working a mid-watch uniform patrol at 2:30 a.m.

Summer events in Cd'A

Coeur d'Alene is the place to be this summer as the Coeur d'Alene Regional Chamber's strategic partners bring you an incredible lineup of family friendly outdoor events.

Anthem Corner opens in Post Falls

Anthem Corner is the new four-suite building open at 1689 N. Nicholson Center St. (west of Highway 41 and north of Post Falls).

HUCKLEBERRIES: Tubbs Hill came close to being developed

Tubbs Hill is hallowed ground today. But it wasn’t in the early 1960s when the City Council, by a slim majority, approved a developer’s request to carve up the hilltop for a convention center, resort hotel and multi-family dwellings.

OPINION: Power to the people, via the legislative branch

There’s a reason it comes first. Article One, Section One of the U.S. Constitution says, “all legislative powers shall be vested in a Congress of the United States.”

Today's Ghastly Groaner

I was having a really bad day, so my wife suggested we make bread.

Grove climbs leaderboard with 63 in second round of Rosauers

North Idaho College men’s and women’s golf coach Russell Grove shot an 8-under 63 and is at 6-under 136, tied for 17th.

SOLID LEADERSHIP: Versus conspiracy theorists

KMPO’s board and leadership should be applauded for their efforts to aid in improving traffic flow in our county. For the past several years KMPO, alongside ITD, have led community discussions seeking to improve our traffic congestion problems. Congestion reduces public safety and causes significant negative economic consequences related to increased freight costs and human capital inefficiency.

Selecting an Estate Executor or a Trustee of a Family Trust

When I meet with clients to set up estate plans, we discuss in detail who should be left in charge of their estate. I want my clients to focus on the qualities of the right type of person to leave in charge. Let’s review some of the factors that should be considered.

James Mangan, 83

James Paul Mangan, aged 83, died from prostate cancer June 7, 2023, at his home in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.

QUIT IT: And actually do something

I am almost without words. If anyone has a cellphone turn them off, if you have a computer turn it off, anyone with a smart TV turn it off, not to mention your debit or charge card. Quit using as all these things can be traced, only thing missing is QAnon…hint hint…plus complaining about feeding kids from Rep. Tony W.

Wallace 'Brady' Harold Bradymire, 95

It is with great sadness that June 1, 2023, Wallace Bradymire passed away in the privacy of his home.

Good communication is never an accident

A doctor decided to put his overweight patient on an unconventional diet. He advised him, "Eat your regular meals for two days, then 'skip' a day. Do this for two weeks and come back to see me. I would expect you to lose at least five pounds."

Stephen James Zaborski, 54

Stephen James Zaborski, 54, Athol, passed away July 5 at Kootenai Health of heart failure.

EDITORIAL: Separate traffic center wheat from chaff

A little healthy skepticism can go a long way.

UPDATE: Search efforts concluded at Hauser Lake

Law enforcement personnel are searching Hauser Lake for an individual believed to have gone on foot into the lake after eluding sheriff’s deputies and state troopers by vehicle.

LITTLE LEAGUE: Coeur d'Alene 12Us pitch another shutout

Tourney play continues today, with baseball at Croffoot Park in Hayden, softball at Lakeland High in Rathdrum.

Library Network hires two attorneys, fires one

Trustees spar during contentious special meeting

The Community Library Network hired two attorneys and fired one all in one day.

Embattled trustees say recall about politics, not kids

An upcoming recall is a partisan attempt to oust conservative politicians from office, according to a pair of West Bonner County School District board trustees. The comments are part of written rebuttals submitted to the county clerk's office by WBCSD board chairman Keith Rutledge and vice chair Susan Brown as they prepare for an Aug. 29 recall election. Residents in western Bonner County launched the recall drive in mid-June, following increasingly contentious board meetings after the board mulled selling Priest River Middle School and Branden Durst, a former policy analyst with the Idaho Freedom Foundation, was announced as a superintendent finalist.

Aurora dazzles North Idaho sky-gazers

For thousands of years, the aurora borealis has fascinated sky gazers. This week, North Idahoans have had a rare chance to see it.

3Cs to distribute $120K to local nonprofits

Group surpassed last year's fundraising goal of $111K

The 2023 fundraising year has been a powerful one for the Cancer and Community Charities, better known as the 3Cs. The group of 500 ladies have managed to collect $120,000 to release to local charities later in the summer. Though the recipients won’t be announced until Aug. 18, most of the nonprofits receiving the grant awards fall within the health and human resource categories.

LEGION BASEBALL: Cd'A, Northern Lakes win class A district openers

Northern Lakes (24-9) will play the third-seeded North Idaho Lakers today at 8:30 a.m. The Lakers beat sixth-seeded Camas Prairie 5-4. The Northern Lakes-Lakers winner will play Coeur d’Alene tonight at 7:30.

Sign of a dispute between neighbors

After Mike Flynn allegedly cut down some of Jess Goetz's trees, Goetz put up a sign to express his frustration.

Hayden Triathlon beach/boat launch and traffic impacts today

Honeysuckle Beach and boat launch in Hayden will be closed through 11 a.m. today for the Hayden Triathlon. Resident access only will be allowed. All others will be towed.

Rabid bat found in Ada County

A bat found in Ada County tested positive for rabies this week, making it the first rabid bat reported in Idaho this year.

Night roadwork planned along Highway 53 near Rathdrum

Road resurfacing project starts Sunday, July 16 on SH-53 near Rathdrum

Senior Meals

Senior Meals: July 17-21

Empire Airlines to host fundraiser for St. Jude

Empire Airlines will hold a fundraising event to benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m July 22 at the Empire’s parking lot, 11559 N. Atlas Road.

FAST FIVE Sydney Stinson: A heart for nature, a mind for business

Meet Sydney Stinson, who began her career in manufacturing 10 years ago. She studied business administration at Washington State University and started working as an administrative assistant for her family's CNC machine shop, Accurate CNC Services at 2321 W. Dakota Ave., Hayden.

A raunchy ‘Joy Ride’ with a heartfelt core

With so many sex-obsessed comedies made from the perspective of men, it’s notable that the two R-rated comedies of the summer are female-driven: First, the Jennifer Lawrence-led “No Hard Feelings,” and now “Joy Ride,” a raunchy road comedy from “Crazy Rich Asians” writer Adele Lim, in her directorial debut.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

I went to the air and space museum

Berg shoots 63 for first-round lead at Rosauers

Jess Wingett (The Highlands), Billy Bomar (Bomar Putting Company), amateur Cole Jaworski and Austin Westphal (Avondale) all shot even-par 71s.

Ada 'Del' Kenmir, 86

Ada Delma “Del” Kenmir, age 86, passed away June 30, 2023, at St. Patrick Hospital in Missoula due to complications from pneumonia.

Planning and Planting for the Fall Vegetable Garden

With our summer gardens growing and producing in full force, it’s hard to even think about planning or even planting a vegetable garden for fall. But now is the time to do so.

ANALYSIS: Tactical nukes

Vladimir Putin, the President of Russia, has waged a war on Ukraine which started Feb. 24, 2022. He is adamant about reuniting the former Soviet country with the motherland, probably because Ukraine wants to align itself with Western countries and is interested in joining NATO.

Burton 'Burt' John Lenker, 96

Burton “Burt” John Lenker, 96, of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho died June 26, 2023, at Ivy Court in Coeur d’Alene.

The Exhausted Dad: A brief reminder of toddler life

As much as old pictures and videos allow parents to look back fondly at the earlier years of their children, they can’t totally recreate the complete experience of the baby and toddler years. They offer a partial, distorted picture. Even if you watch a video of a particularly screechy toddler temper tantrum (because of course we recorded those), you don’t get the full sensory experience of the moment.

David Brucks, 33

David Brucks died Sunday, June 18, 2023, Father's Day, at the age of 33.

Legals for July, 15 2023

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Pac-12 TV deal, NIL shenanigans and other stuff

The Cheap Seats guess is that the Pac-12 Conference will announce a media rights package — in the neighborhood of $32 million per school — sometime in the next couple of weeks.

Coeur d'Alene Classic pickleball tourney

Cherry Hill Park in Coeur d'Alene is the site of this weekend's Coeur d'Alene Classic pickleball tournament.

LEGION BASEBALL: Lums win two to open Seattle-area tourney

The Lums (18-13) are scheduled to play the Dragons Elite today at 11:15 a.m. at Bannerwood Park in Bellevue, Wash.

Traffic management center plan scrutinized

With a decision about a potential regional traffic management center on the horizon, Kootenai County residents continue to weigh in.

Kids take a swing at golf camp

Coeur d’Alene Parks and Recreation Department hosts youth golf camp

Developments move ahead in Post Falls

The Post Falls Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously approved requested changes to the Montrose Planned Unit Development and approved a proposed subdivision Tuesday during a public hearing.

Man gets prison for sexual relationship with minor

A man received a prison sentence for a sexual relationship with a minor.

Air tour soars in Shoshone County

30 antique planes flew above the Shoshone County airport as part of an air tour

LITTLE LEAGUE: District titles up for grabs this weekend

Croffoot Park in Hayden will host baseball, with softball at Lakeland High in Rathdrum.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

What do lazy farmers grow?

Exhibit to pop up Saturday in Post Falls

Mixed media show will fill the Jacklin Arts and Cultural Center

Eight local artists will submit a few pieces each to the Jacklin Arts and Cultural Center for a pop-up exhibit Saturday.

LIBRARY NETWORK BOARD: Intent on destruction?

The Community Library Network is over $200,000 in the hole and has until the end of the month to agree on how to fix it. Tom Hanley, Rachelle Ottosen and Tim Plass want extreme budget cuts that would include reducing staff, eliminating programs, cutting hours, possibly closing some libraries, delaying purchase of outdated equipment and zero tax increases. Director Alexa Eccles explained that it will be nearly impossible to make enough cuts to balance the budget. Accepting a tax increase with less drastic budget cuts would best serve the community’s needs.

Thunder in the Bay Car Cruise and show

Events happening this weekend in Bayview

The 10th annual Thunder in the Bay Car Cruise will hit the streets of Bayview starting at 4 p.m. July 14 at a parking lot on Main Street.

Community healing in the Silver Valley

Community healing event helps check in with grieving Silver Valley residents

Shakespeare in the Park opening in Spokane

City of Spokane Parks and Recreation and the Spokane Shakespeare Society will bring Spokane Shakespeare in the Park to three parks this summer for family-friendly, free community performances. The Shakespeare Society is expanding this summer and will be presenting a weekend at Manito Park, Riverfront, and Sky Prairie.

LEGISLATORS: Want to take away your rights

“Think of the children!” Since an anti-library bill (H.B. 314) failed, people across the state are attempting to control not only public libraries but the Idaho people as well. While ranting about safety, they ignore the unlimited benefits of public libraries that cannot be replaced. Nowhere else can you go to borrow any book ever published, completely free, through interlibrary loan. Nowhere else can you borrow a computer if yours can’t do the job. Nowhere else can you have such endless information in one building.

AP HEADLINE: Was biased

Regarding the article in the July 13 issue with headline “Estate of anti-fascist files wrongful death suit.” The article is produced by the Associated Press. I am not sure who decided on the headline. How the individual in question could be referred to as an ‘anti-fascist’ is incomprehensible. Such an incorrect headline and clearly biased. The individual did not wish for anyone to have an opinion other than his and attempted to kill a person due to their point of view.

OPINION: Why file a lawsuit over deceptive initiative titles?

It is said that you can’t judge a book by its cover, which often turns out to be true, but you have to read the book to learn the truth. However, if the cover is the only thing you ever see, it can give you a false impression as to the content of the book. The same thing happens when voters are asked to sign an initiative petition. The titles, which Idaho law requires to be true and impartial, may well influence whether voters will add their signature to the petition or vote for it on election day. Misleading titles can help sink a worthy initiative. That's why Idahoans for Open Primaries (IOP) has filed suit to change the deceptive titles that the Attorney General’s office conjured up for the Open Primaries Initiative.

Part Two: Thomas Kerl’s Life Speaks to Us Today

By 1917 President Woodrow Wilson’s insistence that the U.S. stay out of the war was being assaulted on all sides. The Germans were aware the U.S. had increased aid to the British from $2 billion to $4 billion since the war’s beginning in 1914.

Cd'A Symphony announces season lineup

Coeur d'Alene Symphony individual and new season tickets are available for the 2023-2024 "Bon Voyage" symphony season.

Robert White, 79

Robert “Bob” William White, of Coeur d’Alene, ID passed away in the early morning hours of June 25, 2023, at the age of 79.

Weekend TV/Radio highlights

Television, radio and streaming highlights for upcoming weekend.

EDITORIAL: Libraries face yet another ideological hurdle

Support a 3% CLN tax increase and let trustees know.

Shoshone County jail bookings

Shoshone County jail bookings

OPINION: Trump redux

In December 2015 I wrote an article that made the case for a likely Trump victory in 2016. I submitted it to our local paper and it was rejected as a “ridiculous notion.” At the time the Huffington Post would not even cover Trump in the political section. Let’s try this again.

Mark Arthur Hampe, 49

Mark Hampe was a devoted husband, father, son, brother, and a profoundly loyal friend.

Legals for July, 14 2023

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Baseball grips us, even more so this week

The (younger) Boys of Summer will be in Hayden this weekend.

LEGION BASEBALL: Northern Lakes tops Camas Prairie, clinches second seed to districts

Grant Allaway had sacrifice flies in the first and third inning for the Mountaineers, who open at districts with seventh-seeded St. Maries on Friday at 4:30 at Memorial Field in Sandpoint.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: The moment where it might have clicked for Julio

We might have seen the moment that Julio Rodriguez became a true big-league hitter. Not just a talented kid who is up there swinging hard.

Northwest Notes: July 13, 2023

Updates on Idaho football, Washington State baseball and Washington State women's basketball.

'The largest gift basket I have ever won'

PF Chamber employee wins house in NIC Foundation's Really BIG Raffle

Jamie Morgan has won a few prizes in her life, perhaps a gift basket here or there. “I win like small stuff, like when you put your card in at events,” she said Wednesday evening. She can now add something much larger to her prize-winning portfolio — a $590,000 home, compliments of the North Idaho College Foundation's 30th annual Really BIG Raffle.

Man dies in I-90 crash

Vehicle collided with Idaho Street bridge in Post Falls

Idaho State Police are investigating a serious crash that occurred today on Interstate 90 when a vehicle drove off the freeway in Post Falls and collided with the Idaho Street bridge.

Traffic management center comments sought

Kootenai County travelers can weigh in on an ongoing study regarding a traffic management center at two open houses next month or through an online survey available now.

NIC celebrates 18 nursing graduates

North Idaho College celebrated the graduation of 18 practical nursing students in a pinning ceremony on Monday, July 10 at the Edminster Student Union Building on NIC’s Coeur d’Alene campus.

At College July 13, 2023

Updates on area athletes at the next level.

AP AWESOMENESS

Coeur d’Alene School District students achieve perfect scores

Several students in the Coeur d’Alene School District have earned big time bragging rights for their Advanced Placement accomplishments.

KCSO, Rathdrum Police to host National Night Out events

As part of an annual campaign to promote policing partnerships, the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office is inviting community members to National Night Out.

Fish and Game counts trout for conservation

The Idaho Department of Fish and Game is conducting snorkel surveys of the Potlatch River to ensure the water and its tributaries support young steelhead trout.

A look at chinook

Learning the life story of chinook Salmon at Lower Granite Dam

Today's Ghastly Groaner

I thought I spotted a leopard once.

City accepting applications for Hayden Days parade

The city of Hayden is accepting applications for the annual Hayden Days celebration until July 24. Hayden Days will be from 2-9 p.m. July 28 and 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. July 29 at Hayden City Park, 8930 N. Government Way, Hayden.

Cd’A man charged with Alaskan cold-case murder

A local man who was recently sentenced to prison for shooting at his wife and child has been charged with a cold-case murder out of Alaska.

Eye on walleye for big cash payouts

Anglers on Lake Pend Oreille earned over $5,000 catching walleye during May and June.

Legals for July, 13 2023

Cd’A Press wins public records lawsuit

A Kootenai County judge has ordered North Idaho College to turn over certain public records to The Coeur d’Alene Press, following a lawsuit.

Car crashes into Idaho Street bridge in Post Falls

Idaho State Police are investigating a serious crash that occurred today on Interstate 90 when a vehicle drove off the freeway in Post Falls and collided with the Idaho Street bridge.

Circling Raven Championship • Epson ‘Road to the LPGA’ Tour Player Spotlight • Gigi Stoll

Stoll is a native of Beaverton, Ore.

Youth Sports July 12, 2023

Scores, news, results from local youth teams, leagues, groups, etc.

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Tadhg Ellwood, Northern Lakes baseball

Northern Lakes left-handed pitcher Tadhg Ellwood is this week's Knudsten Chevrolet Press Athlete of the Week.

Keeping the peace in Spirit Lake

Sheriff agrees to help rebuild city's police department

Kootenai County Sheriff Bob Norris spoke Tuesday to the Spirit Lake City Council, telling them he supports maintaining law and order in the city, but that something must be done.

Soaking up the sun

After Monday's short but fierce rainstorm broke the heatwave in North Idaho, Tuesday brought fairer weather and a high around 80.

Lakeland district makes attendance zone change

Twin Lakes, Garwood elementary students to move to John Brown

Around 168 elementary school students will be shuffled from Garwood and Twin Lakes elementaries to John Brown Elementary in the coming school year.

Too close for comfort

PF resident witnesses lightning strike tree

The Monday afternoon thunderstorms that rolled through the Inland Northwest gave at least one Post Falls resident quite the shock.

Man charged with trafficking in prostitution

A Washington man is in jail after police said he brought a woman across state lines for prostitution and threatened her.

Northwest Notes July 12, 2023

Orloski, the Gatorade Idaho Player of the Year, played against Lake City in the state 5A semifinals in May.

Inland Empire PGA results: July 12, 2023

Results from Monday's round at StoneRidge Golf Club in Blanchard.

Robert 'Bob' Eugene Boughton, 85

On November 19, 1937, Robert Eugene Boughton was welcomed to the world by his parents, Robert J. Boughton and Lillian M. (Holzer) Boughton in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.

Dennis 'Pete' Townsend, 79

Dennis “Pete” Townsend passed away peacefully at home with family in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, on July 4, 2023. The grand finale fireworks were surely in some way a regard to him.

Carolyn Alice Woodworth, 80

Carolyn Woodworth passed away at Sacred Heart Hospital on June 17, 2023.

Betty Jean Williams, 92

Betty Jean Wright Williams passed away June 19, 2023, in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho at the age of 92.

SHED ROOFS: Too true

I had to laugh out loud at Gregory Torline’s letter of July 9 regarding shed roofs because I have been saying the same thing for quite some time.

OPINION: Five steps to sharing your Democratic values

I realize that through this column, and my position as KCDCC Chair, I am one of the lucky few Democrats with a platform to talk boldly about Democratic politics.

WEATHER REPORT: Accentuate the positive

A few weeks ago, while reading the forecasted weather, imagine my surprise and delight in reading, “…partly sunny…” instead of “partly cloudy.” It made me smile and to think a little more deeply about how forecasts are worded and what they really mean.

EDITORIAL: Hard to see heaven from NIC's view

College has a long way to go for survival.

Ronald Allen Haight, 72

Ronald Allen Haight, 72, of Post Falls, Idaho (although a 71-year resident of Spokane, Washington), passed away on June 12, 2023 with his family by his side.

Once a Viking, always a Viking

It’s not often these days that I’m the youngest in any gathering, but this week, when I joined the CHS Class of '68 for their 50-year+ All Class reunion planning meeting, I was surrounded by upperclassmen of yesteryear.

River City Market and Music returns tonight

Weekly event to liven up Wednesdays

Back for its third year, the Post Falls Chamber of Commerce's River City Market and Music events will again liven up Wednesday evenings tonight through Aug. 16.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Speaking of vintages, a different take

Sommelier, winemaker, brother-in-law and friend John Lancaster was in town for a visit this past week, and as we often do, we talked a lot about wine, drank some great wine and also discussed the business of wine. There was one conversation that was certainly memorable and for me column worthy. It centered on vintages, and more specifically discussing the really great years in our collective memory.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — The important role of cholesterol in health

According to the U.S. Center for Disease Control and Prevention, over 78 million Americans, just over a third of all adults, are on a statin (cholesterol-lowering) drug. We are convinced as a society that cholesterol is bad, and that elevated levels are a direct path to cardiovascular and heart disease. But is this true? And if so, why would a substance so intrinsic to our health be the driver of disease?

Cd'A American Legion officers sworn in; free barbecue Saturday

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HOUSING: More ‘right-size’ options needed

I prefer progress over regression but as I age I recognize the limits of my current home. I foresee a time soon when I will need to return to apartment living instead of the single family ranch-style home I currently enjoy. I call this a regression only because I will be returning to a living arrangement I had during my younger years just starting out. While I am too healthy for assisted living, I am too feeble for routine home maintenance like climbing ladders… and herein lays the problem: There are virtually no new 3 to 4 bedroom apartments in Kootenai County. While I applaud the construction of “starter homes” and 1 to 2 bedroom apartments, I lament there are few options for established families wanting larger apartments or condominiums (without luxury pricing).

Thinking of writing your own Will by hand?

A question that we get regularly comes from folks who are considering handwriting (or re-writing) a Last Will and Testament themselves. The question is: “does Idaho honor handwritten Wills?”

LIBRARY NETWORK: Small libraries could be closed

Community Library Network district manager, Alexa Eccles, stated at a recent special trustee meeting that the smaller libraries (Harrison was mentioned) might be closed and other locations may have reduced hours in order to balance the 2024 budget.

TRAFFIC CENTER: Real goal is control, not safety

Benjamin Franklin once said: “Those who would give up essential liberty, to purchase a little temporary safety, deserve neither liberty nor safety.” There are those who would argue that his statement has lost its context in the 21st Century. Oh sure, it may have been said during a controversy regarding the state’s authority to levy a property tax in Pennsylvania, but the premise holds true in all situations where the citizens are promised “safety” in exchange for their freedoms.

Idaho gas prices slowly sink

After weeks of hovering near the $4 mark, Idaho gas prices are slowly falling, according to AAA.

Carla W. Roland, 71

Carla W. Roland, 71, beloved wife, mother and “nana”, went home to be with Jesus Sunday, July 9, 2023.

Golden class reunion

Members of Coeur d'Alene High School Class of 1968 are the organizing committee for the July 29, 2023 CHS Golden + Class Reunion.

Frank Usdrowski, 88

Our loving husband, father, grandfather and friend passed away at home on December 9, 2022.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Is your gut causing you pain?

Research shows that gut problems can trigger pain.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

Cosmetic surgery used to be a taboo subject.

NIC: Banducci, McKenzie should step down

Thank you, Coeur d’Alene Press and Kaye Thornbrugh, for your thorough coverage of the ongoing and disheartening situation at North Idaho College. Thankfully, once again, the college has been provided a temporary delay in its seemingly inevitable path toward losing accreditation. As today’s article succinctly states, “North Idaho College’s accreditation is not in jeopardy due to problems with academics or finances but because of governance issues on the board of trustees that stretch back to 2020.”

Roberta 'Bertie' J. Hart, 95

Bertie passed away June 24, 2023, in the embrace of her family at Schneidmiller Hospice House.

Legals for July, 12 2023

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Meeting the 'Say Hey Kid,' and other celebrities

Dad was right about anticipating the thrill of being up close to someone you consider an icon. His warning was spot-on from time to time.

School-based child care rates going up

Cd'A, Lakeland school trustees vote for price increases

Child care rates are going up in the Coeur d'Alene and Lakeland Joint school districts.

Lucky number 13: Historic Wallace Blues Fest celebrates 13th year of music

Local and national acts rounded out the Historic Wallace Blues Festival music rotation

Zero injury crashes from DUI push

North Idaho DUI Task Force successful in July 4th emphasis

The North Idaho DUI Task Force conducted another successful DUI emphasis for the week of the Fourth of July holiday from July 1 through July 5.

Teeters Field project, a labor of love for many

Kellogg football stadium's renovations almost complete

Teeters Field has seen its fair share of upgrades over the years, but the city of Kellogg is putting the finishing touches on the biggest series of modifications to date. That includes a brand new 750-square-foot concession stand and restroom facility, a ticket booth and an ADA-compliant viewing platform.

New Tractor Supply Company opens in Kellogg

New Tractor Supply Company store opens in Kellogg

Northwest Notes July 11, 2023

Gonzaga pitcher Owen Wild and Washington State outfielder Jonah Advincula were selected in the MLB draft on Monday.

Nieves C. 'Bess' Groves, 80

Nieves C. “Bess” Groves of Mullan, ID, 80, joined her beloved husband and her Lord Jesus Christ on March 24, 2023.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

An expert is one who knows more and more about less

Chip Shots July 11, 2023

Scores, news, highlights from local golf courses, leagues, etc.

Janice Ellen Bailey, 76

Janice Ellen Bailey, 76, of Kellogg, Idaho, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend, peacefully passed away surrounded by her loving family July 4, 2023, at the Schneidmiller Hospice House in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.

Rathdrum toddler dies in hot car

Idaho State Police are investigating the death of a 2-year-old boy who was found in a hot car outside a Rathdrum home.

Raymond Hoyt, 71

Raymond Hoyt was born in Ypsilanti, Mich., the first child of Raymond Sr., and Doris Hamilton Hoyt. Raised in San Fernando Valley, Ray graduated from Canoga Park High School.

Will solar flares affect us?

As I write this, a soft rain is falling in New England. Birds herald the morning from the protection of their maple trees. A lush, green view elicits probing thoughts.

Shoshone County jail bookings

People recently arrested and booked into the Shoshone County Jail

Legals for July, 11 2023

Fugitive recaptured after manhunt

A fugitive who reportedly slipped out of his handcuffs and escaped custody Sunday in the Plains area was recaptured by local law enforcement officers Monday evening.

Rathdrum toddler dies after being found in hot car

Idaho State Police are investigating the death of a 2-year-old boy who was found in a hot car outside a Rathdrum home.

Homicide suspect escapes custody in western Montana

Man went on the lam in the Plains area

A Michigan man wanted for a 2011 homicide escaped from custody Sunday morning in the Plains area.

Open primary supporters to legally challenge Idaho AG

Supporters of a proposed open primary ballot initiative announced Monday they are challenging the ballot titles assigned earlier this month by the office of Idaho Attorney General Raúl Labrador.

Northern Lakes response times plummet with new crew, engine

Average response times for the Northern Lakes Fire District have been cut from 14 to 15 minutes to 7 to 8 minutes, almost overnight. That’s down from March 15 through July 6, 2022 to the same time this year.

Mullan student coin drive donates to cancer resource center

Mullan student fundraiser money donated to cancer resource center

We could see a strong El Niño later this year

Since early this year, ocean waters along the equatorial regions have been warming up. U.S. forecasters who carefully watch the trends of ocean warming and cooling have indicated that we have a new El Niño in the south-central Pacific Ocean.

I-90 crash kills Minnesota man

A 66-year-old Rice, Minnesota man died Saturday when the semi tractor he was driving struck an embankment on Interstate 90.

LEGION BASEBALL: Northern Lakes blanked in title game at Missoula tourney

“They just came out and hit the ball,” Northern Lakes coach Bryce Johnson said. “They hit it where we weren’t. It was just one of those days.”

Today's Ghastly Groaner

My friends and I played a game of hide and seek. It went on for hours.

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: 'No ego': How Jim Winger, Kelly Reed and John Astorquia pooled their 100-plus years of coaching experience and produced a Lake City boys basketball team for the ages

“The No. 1 thing why it worked so well was there was no ego — both the coaches and the players,” Lake City assistant coach John Astorquia said. “If the team is the goal, then everybody puts their own individual egos away and focuses on what’s important, and in this case, team/family. And that went not just for the 10 players, but for the three of us also.”

MLB All-Star Futures Game: Former Lake City star Manzardo happy to return to Northwest, even despite injury

Manzardo estimated about 30 or 40 relatives and friends were expected to be at Saturday's game.

LITTLE LEAGUE SLAMMER

Trevor Tadic hit a grand slam in the third inning of a 14-3 win over Lakeland on Saturday in an Idaho Little League District 1 pool play game at Croffoot Park in Hayden.

LEGION BASEBALL: Northern Lakes wins again, plays for title today

Both teams conclude Montana tournaments today.

Cd'A spending nearly $3M on roadwork

Projects expected to be completed by mid-August

Road improvements projects in Coeur d'Alene totaling nearly $3 million are scheduled to begin this week and be finished by mid-August.

Patriotism and hometown spirit

Post Falls Festival kicks off with parade

The city of Post Falls buttoned up its Fourth of July celebrations and opened the Post Falls Festival in a citywide parade along Seltice Way on Saturday.

Heartwood at Millworx community opens

A reenvisioned apartment and commercial community called Heartwood at Millworx is now on the old Idaho Veneer mill site at 910 W. Fourth Ave. in Post Falls.

HUCKLEBERRIES: Still French cleaning after all these years

Paul and Inez Sand faced a challenge on June 29, 1963, when the Press announced their purchase of French Cleaners, then at 730 Fourth St., from Colorado businessman Rich Henry.

FIREWORKS: Laws impossible to enforce

Regarding Barbara Roberts, et al, letter published July 7 “NEIGHBORHOOD FIREWORKS: Ordinance needed.” The ordinances you seek from the state are already on the books locally. Just Safe and Sane are allowed.

Barbara (Bobbi) Edith Howard, 75

Barbara [Bobbi] Edith Howard (75) passed away on June 3rd, 2023 at the Schneidmiller Hospice House in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.

FREE WILL: ‘Nothing to do with freedom’

Interesting how free will has nothing to do with freedom these days… We watched the nation burn through money buying Chinese fireworks to celebrate independence. We blame Biden for a bad economy, Hunter for a China connection and socialism for insurrection. We call doctors murderers, public servants traitors and slimy politicians saints.

UKRAINE: Opinion differs from Press editorial

The Press’ editorial on the Ukraine is filled with misinformation, distortions and lies. You need to do better.

Doris Louise Hansen, 94

Doris Louise (Grimshaw) Hansen, daughter of James Howard and Anna Marie (Fuchs) Grimshaw quietly passed away June 20, 2023, in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho after an amazing 94 years of life.

Community Thanks

See who's thankful!

Highway out of the comfort zone

Once upon a time, a king was given two baby eagles as a gift, and he assigned a caretaker to raise and train the magnificent birds. One day, the king asked to see the birds fly. Both birds took off, one soaring in the sky while the other only flew for a few minutes before returning to its special tree.

SHED ROOFS: They’re everywhere

I have been in construction my whole adult life and when I was a kid back in the ’50s the only time you saw a shed roof was of course on a shed. And the only time you saw a split shed roof where one side is higher than the other, was on a chicken house. Reason being for this is that they were cheap for the farmer to build and required marginal skills to build it.

EDITORIAL: New model — and leader — for your hospital

Search officially on to fill one of community's most important jobs

Today's Ghastly Groaner

Where does a 600-pound gorilla sit?

Now July is busting out all over

With summer now in “full swing,” we're doing LOTS of watering, aren't we? Be sure to do it when it will do the most good.

PARADE: Kudos to Cd’A Chamber, Coppess

I want to thank the Coeur d’Alene Regional Chamber for the outstanding job they did with our local Fourth of July parade. Many thanks also goes to Linda Coppess, who was born and raised here and knows just what a local parade should entail. It couldn’t have been done without the sponsors, and the volunteers.

Happy Fourth of July! Now, let's disinherit someone

I hope everyone had a festive and safe Fourth of July! For my family, this is one of the highlights of our summer, and a time spent by the water with loved ones from near and far.

THE FRONT ROW with JASON ELLIOTT: Pressing on: Lakeland product Heim to take a shot at World Powerlifting Championships in September

“My big expectation was to just do my best,” Heim said. “I really didn’t realize that what I was doing was pretty darn good until I went there and won. I just thought I’d go there, maybe do well, but I ended up winning, which was pretty awesome to do in my first meet.”

NIC remains accredited

Accreditor extends show cause sanction

North Idaho College remains accredited though it will continue to operate under a show cause sanction.

Ness to retire from Kootenai Health

CEO has high hopes for his successor and the health system's future

When Jon Ness was hired as CEO of Kootenai Health in 2010, the hospital system had 1,200 employees. Today, as Ness prepares to retire in early 2024, Kootenai Health employs over 4,000 people, it has become a regional referral center for health care and provides services for all of North Idaho.

'Frying pan' still cooking

Riverstone summer concerts go on without $180K shade covering

Sunshine. Blue water. Great music. Big crowd. All was perfect for the opening night of the Riverstone Summer Concert Series season opener on Thursday. But for one thing. And Ali Shute, executive director of The Coeur d’Alene Arts and Culture Alliance, wasted no time pointing it out after an introductory greeting. “What do you think of our new shade cover? It’s invisible,” she said with a smile as the crowd laughed. The much-awaited, eagerly anticipated overhead cover to protect musicians from the sun was hoped to be in place for the concert featuring Nu Jack City.

After drowning death, police urge water safety

After a man drowned in the Spokane River near North Idaho College last weekend, the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office is urging the public to be safe on the water.

Chief Allan hurt in watercraft explosion

Expected to make full recovery

The chairman of the Coeur d'Alene Tribe was injured Thursday in a watercraft accident.

Northwest Notes July 8, 2023

Notes on Kyle Manzardo, former Lakeland High standout Bartlett, Boise State football ...

Man dies in plane crash in St. Maries

The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating a fatal plane crash in St. Maries on Thursday morning.

Leading ladies: Pentagon colonel speaks to Rotary

A Pentagon official flew from Washington D.C. to her home town of Coeur d'Alene to speak Friday at the Rotary Club of Coeur d’Alene's weekly lunch meeting.

FAST FIVE Fostering civic pride with Jim Koester

Meet Jim Koester, P1FCU Business Services Relationship Officer and Manager of the Post Falls Lending Center.

Patricia Dickinson Swann, 101

Patricia Dickinson Swann passed away on June 22, 2023, after a long and loving life of 101 years.

Frank James Augusta Jr., 81

Francis James Augusta Jr. “Frank” was born on August 20, 1941, in Brooklyn, New York and passed into the arms of Jesus on June 30, 2023.

Post Falls man charged with infant’s murder

A Post Falls man is being held without bail after he was charged with killing a 2-month-old infant.

Senior Meals

Senior Meals: July 10-14

The Exhausted Dad: The splash pad/car ride conundrum

An unexpected splash pad led to some next-level parental navigation.

Offering spoiled food no way to spoil your pet

People may choose to eat foods past their expiration date, as long as the food looks and smells good, but that doesn’t mean this practice is safe for pet food. Ensuring pet food is suitable to eat is the first step to preventing your dog or cat from becoming ill.

'It’s been a dream come true to be able to work on the water'

A solid foundation: Harrison Dock Builders celebrate 40 years

About four decades ago, Keith Shannon was working as a cook at the Gateway Restaurant and daydreaming about the marina just on the other side of the glass.

‘Indiana Jones’ and the just-fine last adventure

Plus ‘Past Lives’

The latest (last?) Indy adventure, “Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny,” falls squarely in the “Okay” bin alongside “Temple of Doom” and “Kingdom of the Crystal Skull.” It avoids the silliness of “Crystal Skull” and the shrill character dynamics of “Temple of Doom” but nevertheless suffers from overlength and questionable visual effects.

Property value assessment appeals plummet

Significantly fewer Kootenai County property owners have appealed their 2023 value assessments than last year, when a flood of appeals forced the county to ask the state for more time to complete

LEGION BASEBALL: Lums rally for first victory at Whitefish tourney; Northern Lakes wins twice

Also, Northern Lakes won twice at a tournament in Missoula, clinching a spot in Sunday's championship game.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

What do you call a librarian with a sunburn?

Legals for July, 8 2023

North Idaho College remains under show cause

North Idaho College remains accredited for the time being, though its show cause status has been extended and the college will remain under “heightened monitoring.”

Chief Allan hurt in watercraft accident

Chief Allan hurt

Rathdrum man dies following collision

Rathdrum man dies after crash

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: The pros and cons of M's making a deadline deal

There are times to panic and trade a star. This isn’t one of them.

LEGION BASEBALL: Northern Lakes wins opener at Missoula tourney

Meanwhile, the Coeur d'Alene Lumbermen dropped their opener at a tourney in Whitefish, Mont.

53 firefighters battle blaze near Hayden Lake

IDL seeks help finding cause of Kidd Island fire

Fire still being fought near Hayden Lake

Art in the palm of your hand

Mobile app gives access to artists' narratives of their pieces around town

Self-guided art tour is free

St. Vincent de Paul housing project gets yellow light

The Post Falls City Council unanimously approved a zone change, Wednesday, that would allow St. Vincent de Paul North Idaho to begin planning an affordable housing project.

Post Falls Festival celebrates city

The Post Falls festival will flood Q’melin Park with happy faces and fun filled family activities July 7-9.

Cd'A Garden Club tour is Sunday

The Coeur d'Alene Garden Club invites green thumbs to an inspirational 25th annual garden tour from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 9, in summer rain or sunshine.

Weekend TV/Radio highlights

Television, radio and streaming highlights for upcoming weekend.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

When do you go at red and stop at green?

SV Chamber ready for summer concert series

The melodic voice of Ron Greene will open the six-week run of free concerts and vendor shopping – Nothing but warm evenings, live music, cold drinks, and handmade crafts.

OPINION: Children’s Congress set to deliver timely message

Imagine a Congress that accomplishes something … one that isn’t bogged down by gridlock and political posturing. Now imagine, if you will, a lobbying effort that doesn’t involve campaign contributions. That kind of Congress does exist through the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation’s “Children’s Congress.” It started with a 9-year-old boy from Massachusetts named Tommy Solo who one day asked his mother, “Why can’t kids go to Washington and tell their representatives about what it is like to have type 1 diabetes?”

Accused killer out free after white supremacist helps post bail

The 19-year-old accused of beating a homeless man to death in Kalispell last month is free from the county jail after a known white supremacist with deep ties to Flathead Valley put up property to help cover his $500,000 bail.

EDITORIAL: Clear the air and save our forests

Partisanship should take back seat to improving forest health

Shoshone County Jail bookings

People recently arrested and booked into the Shoshone County Jail

I-90 FLAG: It’s back

Many thanks to the patriot who puts the flag up on the west side of Fourth of July Pass, mile marker 24.

Kellogg ready for all-class reunion

Organizer Lori Sawyer and her dedicated committee of former KHS grads have been hard at work preparing for the upcoming three-day reunion and Sawyer is looking forward to seeing as many familiar faces as possible.

Not your average fairy tale

July production now showing at the Sixth Street Theater in Wallace

The Sixth Street Theater and Melodrama is kicking off its 40th year of shows with its July production, “Into the Storybook – or – Never Judge a Book by its Contents.”

Mid-year market report

The first half of 2023 is in the books. This week in many ways is the turning point in the year for housing. Home purchases start to decelerate and price reductions increase in the second half of the year.

OPINION: Power vs. Base

“Did you exchange a walk on part in the war for a lead role in a cage” Roger Walters, Pink Floyd Because of mining, ranching, farming and timber, 50 years ago Idaho was a solid blue state. But as the Democrats made a hard shift to identity politics, they left Idaho behind.

NEIGHBORHOOD FIREWORKS: Insanity

Read an article last week about the gentleman taking his dog away from Coeur d’Alene for the Fourth of July to go camping where it’s peaceful and quiet.

Brewfest brings beer and beverages to McEuen Park

Downtown Coeur d’Alene’s Brewfest, will quench thirst from the summer sun with fine craft brews from 1 to 7 p.m. Saturday at McEuen Park.

Antique aircraft tour landing at Shoshone County Airport

Air tour comes to Shoshone County

John A. Keener, 75

John passed away June 23, 2023, in Coeur d’Alene surrounded in love by family and friends.

Community healing day planned in Kellogg

The Shoshone County S.A.V.E. Coalition will be hosting a community healing day inside the Kellogg City Park next week.

NEIGHBORHOOD FIREWORKS: Ordinance needed

Bombs away. Surrounded. Going on since 7:30 p.m. Oh yes, started three days ago. Car 54. Where art thou?

LGBTQ+: Leave kids out of it

I have questions about the statistics mentioned in previous letters: The Gallup Poll shows 2-3% of men and 2% of women are homosexual. Biomed Central shows that 3.6% of males and 3.4% of females are homosexual. Staisista shows 1% lesbian; 2.2% male homosexual; 4% bisexual and .6% transgender. The transgender figure came from UCLA. Obviously, there is no agreement on the figures, but 10% mentioned in one letter seems high.

ATOMIC VETERANS: SCOTUS decision deserves attention

I’m amazed that there has not been more comment regarding SCOTUS’ denial of benefits to the atomic veterans who were tasked with the bomb clean-up in 1966.

Legals for July, 7 2023

Police seek couple wanted on felony warrants

The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office has asked for the public’s help in finding a married couple wanted on felony warrants.

NIC dean's list for spring semester

North Idaho College recently announced its dean’s list for spring semester 2023. Students eligible for the NIC Dean’s List must be enrolled in a minimum of 12 credits and obtain a grade point average of 3.75 or above.

LA County sheriff calls video of deputy tackling woman 'disturbing,' opens inquiry

Deputies were responding to a robbery in progress after receiving a 911 call from a store employee saying that two customers were assaulting “loss prevention employees.”

Lavish tomb in ancient Spain belonged to a woman, not a man, new research shows

The tomb is located a few miles west of Seville, near Spain's southern coast, and was excavated in 2008

No more free coffee on your birthday? Companies rein in customer rewards programs — here's why

Many balked at Dunkin’s decision to stop offering a free drink on their birthday and instead give them triple loyalty points on their purchase

Kootenai Health CEO announces retirement

After 13 years as Kootenai Health CEO, Jon Ness announced Thursday that he will retire in early 2024.

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Colvin, Waddington, Bowie, DeGraw announce their college choices

Long gone, it appears, are the days when only friends and family were the ones to immediately hear about a commitment — the rest of us would find out much later.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: The view could be coming clear for Pac-12 in near future

The fate of the Pac-12 is coming into view. Except …

Northwest Notes: July 6, 2023

The Spokane Chiefs selected Czech forward Lukas Kral with the sixth overall pick and Swedish forward Rasmus Ekstrom with the 66th overall pick in the 2023 CHL Import Draft on Wednesday.

Cd'A: No plans to kill Canada geese

Parks director says city doesn't have extent of problem as Sandpoint

The Canada geese in Coeur d'Alene won't face being euthanized as the others in the extended gaggle were recently in Sandpoint. Bill Greenwood of the Parks Department said the birds' population in Coeur d'Alene is not as significant as it was in Sandpoint, which led USDA Wildlife Services to round up and euthanize an estimated 150 on June 23 under a statewide degradation permit in a plan approved by Mayor Shelby Rognstad.

First summer supermoon

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Kootenai Health on track for nonprofit conversion

Kootenai Health is on track to complete its conversion to a nonprofit by the end of the year, officials said Wednesday.

Firefighters respond to 'Jenga' blaze

Fourth of July fireworks may have started Post Falls structure fire

Fourth keeps firefighters busy

Montrose changes on PF agenda

A request to amend the Montrose planned unit development and a proposed subdivision will be the focus of a public hearing July 11 in Post Falls.

Avista takes safety steps

Measures necessary due to dry weather conditions

Avista takes safety steps

Effort to fight Herndon social media ban

Funds being raised to support legal challenge by those blocked by state senator

A GoFundMe campaign has been launched to cover a upcoming legal challenge by those being blocked on social media accounts by District 1 Sen. Scott Herndon. The challenge is expected to be filed in late August, said Alicia Abbott, among those who were blocked by Herndon.

Forest Service: E-bikes illegal on trails, non-motorized routes

With summer recreation season underway, the U.S. Forest Service - Idaho Panhandle National Forests reminds riders that e-bikes remain classified as “motorized vehicles” under the USDA Forest Service’s Travel Management Rule. As such, they must operate on the same routes designated for other motor vehicles.

G. Joan 'Joanne' Betts Gregory, 81

Joan Hedlund Betts Gregory passed away June 20 from ongoing health problems, just shy of her 82nd birthday.

Elk tags go on sale Monday

All capped elk zones, other than the Sawtooth Elk Zone, will go on sale at 9 a.m. July 10. Tags are first-come, first-serve and available at all Idaho Fish and Game license vendors, Fish and Game regional offices, at Gooutdoorsidaho.com on Fish and Game’s mobile app, or by calling (800) 554-8685.

Road work targets 37 miles of US-95 near Plummer

Scheduled to begin next week

Starting July 12, crews will start construction on a project that will sealcoat 37 miles of U.S. Highway 95 near Plummer this summer.

Ruth Jeanette Fanshier, 101

Ruth Jeanette (Domschot) Fanshier was born May 30, 1922, in Brainerd, Minnesota to Albert and Ethel (Wolleat) Domschot. She was the fourth of six children.

Fish and Game starts stocking

For a good excuse to enjoy summer weather while soaking a line, look no further than local lakes stocked with over 7,000 10 to 12 inch rainbow trout through July in the Panhandle Region.

Biologists trap grizzlies for conservation studies

Biologists from Idaho Fish and Game will begin annual research trapping efforts for grizzly bears in the Upper Snake Region beginning in early July.

Tubbs Hill cleanup

Tubbs Hill trash collection

Today's Ghastly Groaner

I have a fear of speed bumps

Legals for July, 6 2023

Threat on aircraft temporarily closes Spokane airport

Airport police have one person in custody after an Alaska Airlines en route from Atlanta to Seattle was diverted to Spokane International Airport following a security incident onboard the aircraft.

Armed mobs rampage through villages and push remote Indian region to the brink of civil war

Ethnic clashes between different groups have occasionally erupted in the past, mostly pitting the minority Christian Kukis against mostly Hindu Meitei

Conservatives go to red states and liberals go to blue as the country grows more polarized

In Idaho, a new law prevents minors from accessing gender-affirming care, while Colorado allows youths to come from other states to access the procedures

Help arrives to battle wildfire in Washington state near Columbia River Gorge

early 375 people are fighting the fire

Plan to demolish house where 4 University of Idaho students were slain prompts objections

University spokesperson Jodi Walker said the school wants the house gone before the start of the fall semester

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Lillard wanted to remain a Blazer — until he didn't

It’s more about loyalty versus business — especially when, to paraphrase Dame himself — he’s had loyalty on the back of his jersey for 11 years.

Circling Raven Championship • Epson “Road to the LPGA” Tour Player Spotlight • Natasha Andrea Oon

Fun fact is she won a car at the age of 12 with a hole-in-one.

Youth Sports July 5, 2023

Softball, baseball and more.

'God, family and country'

Thousands don red, white and blue for Cd'A Fourth parade

Fourth parade a hit

Old-fashioned American Spirit

Kids shouted with joy as they caught candy, waved to ponies, horses and mini mules, or yelled for the Timberlake High School Cheer Squad Tuesday, as the Old Time Fourth of July parade marched through Spirit Lake.

Woman gets prison for drug smuggling

A California woman who was arrested in North Idaho while helping to smuggle hundreds of pounds of illegal drugs into Canada received a prison sentence this week.

Cd’A leaders affirm support for North Idaho College

As the community waits to find out if North Idaho College will retain accreditation, the city of Coeur d’Alene has expressed support for the college and urged trustees to protect it.

Fire season underway in North Idaho

Wildfire activity increased over the weekend across the Idaho Panhandle National Forests. Above-average temperatures and below-normal precipitation in the last two months have created unseasonably dry fuel conditions and active fire behavior.

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Scott Voyles, Post Falls

Post Falls triathlete Scott Voyles is this week's Knudsten Chevrolet Press Athlete of the Week.

GUN CONTROL: Dayton letter outrageous

GUN CONTROL: Dayton letter outrageous

KUDOS: To Post Falls Highway District

KUDOS: To Post Falls Highway District

DAYTON: Wrong about gun rights

DAYTON: Wrong about gun rights

Today's Ghastly Groaner

What do you eat on the fifth of July?

Holmes elected 2nd vice president Association of Idaho Cities

Members of the Association of Idaho Cities elected Rathdrum Mayor Vic Holmes as Second Vice President for 2023-2024 at the business meeting June 23 at the 76th AIC annual conference in Boise.

Can you overthink your estate plan?

It may seem obvious that when planning for what should happen after your death, more detail is better.

Anne Marie Burg, 93

Anne Marie Burg, 93, a long-time resident of Post Falls, Idaho, passed away June 25, 2023.

OPINION: One more launch of inspiration in the afterglow of Independence Day

As the smoke settles from another North Idaho Fourth, we are still basking in that feeling of patriotism and hope in America’s promise. We hope that you enjoyed a safe and fun-filled holiday.

Heartbreak is never a long time ago

I consider Theresa Hart a good friend. Her son and my nephew served together with the 116th out of Post Falls when they were deployed to Iraq in 2010.

OPINION: Freedom Foundation demonstrates its plan to destroy public education

The Idaho Freedom Foundation has already shown us how to drive a storied community college to the brink of ruin. IFF board chair Brent Regan and his wrecking crew have just about finished off North Idaho College. Now IFF is demonstrating its plan to discredit and dismantle Idaho’s public schools, starting with West Bonner County School District centered in Priest River.

GUN CONTROL: Dayton letter not accurate

GUN CONTROL: Dayton letter not accurate

TRAFFIC CONGESTION: Solutions need open minds

TRAFFIC CONGESTION: Solutions need open minds

SPENDING: Should be local, not on Pentagon

SPENDING: Should be local, not on Pentagon

GUN CONTROL: Letter writer may be happier elsewhere

GUN CONTROL: Letter writer may be happier elsewhere

DISAGREE WITH KCRCC?: Run for precinct committeeman

DISAGREE WITH KCRCC?: Run for precinct committeeman

HOUSING: Try fixing the economy

HOUSING: Try fixing the economy

GUN CONTROL: Dayton letter angry and demeaning

GUN CONTROL: Dayton letter angry and demeaning

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Yes, you can, but should you?

There has been much written lately about wine being made in areas that didn’t previously produce wine. Here at the shop our distributors have even tasted us on some of these creations, some have been OK, most haven’t.

City to consider SRO pacts

Will provide officers for NIC, Cd'A School District

SRO deal to be considered Wednesday

Coeur d'Alene High announces spring 2023 honor roll

Coeur d'Alene High School has announced its spring 2023 honor roll.

Editorial: Fight for independence far from over

War in Ukraine affects freedom everywhere.

Legals for July, 5 2023

Challenging child care issue calls for creative solutions

Hayden business creates model to help employees not miss work

Grant money from the American Rescue Plan Act is about to run out, and some day care centers are facing a financial cliff. R and R Northwest has been working to bridge their worker need for day care with day care centers' need for support.

Hearing rescheduled, gag order issued in Kellogg murder case

The preliminary hearing originally scheduled for Monday, July 3, in the case of accused murderer Majorjon Kaylor was vacated and rescheduled and a gag order has been issued in the matter.

Fresh faces, familiar acts at Wallace Blues Festival

The annual music extravaganza known as the Historic Wallace Blues Festival is just days away and the city of Wallace is getting ready for a full weekend of packed streets.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Watching M's shouldn't be as painful as having a tooth pulled

Mike Tyson’s right hook isn’t the only reason I feel grumpy. I’m upset with sports fans in general, baseball fans in particular, and Mariners “supposed” loyalists most specifically.

Spark! Smithsonian exhibit coming to Kellogg

Festival will feature food trucks and vendors

Smithsonian Exhibition comes to Silver Valley

Dominique 'Nick' Ray Pitman, 55

It is with great sadness that the family announces that June 18, 2023, Dominique Ray Pitman, age 55, of Athol, Idaho passed away.

Shoshone County Jail bookings

Shoshone County Jail bookings

Raimo U. Kaartinen, 80

Raimo U. Kaartinen, 80, was born in Seinäjoki, Finland, on Jan. 28, 1943.

Linda Beryl Madsen, 72

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Linda Beryl Madsen (Carlson), 72, of Smelterville, Idaho, peacefully with her family June 19, 2023, to be with her Lord and Savior.

Richard (Dick) Berneman, 90

Richard (Dick) York Berneman of Kingston, Idaho, died June 28, 2023, at the age of 90.

'Day of Hope' on Saturday at fairgrounds

Day of Hope is here

Danish picnics and other Fourth facts

Happy Independence Day!

Today's Ghastly Groaner

How is a person who never gets sick like the United States of America?

Chip Shots July 4, 2023

Scores, news, highlights from local golf leagues, courses.

Kootenai County gas prices hold steady

Idaho drivers saving nearly $1.30 per gallon compared to a year ago

Gas down from last year

Legals for July, 4 2023

What does the fox say?

Barry Baker photographed this fox kit on Sunday near Booth Park along Coeur d’Alene Drive.

Deep sea mining permits may be coming soon. What are they and what might happen?

Companies and governments view these as strategically important resources that will be needed as onshore reserves are depleted and demand continues to rise

The wait for US passports is creating travel purgatory and snarling summer plans

A much-feared backup of U.S passport applications has smashed into a wall of government bureaucracy

Trump's South Carolina rally attracted a massive crowd in heavily Republican area

Estimates of the crowd “were somewhere between 50-55,000.”

West Bonner trustee recall moves forward

A campaign to recall a pair of West Bonner County School District board trustees will move forward. Enough valid signatures were collected by campaign organizers to get a recall on a ballot Aug. 29.

Youth soccer: Thorns girls take third in U19 Super Group at DPL finals

On Saturday, the Thorns 07 girls finished second in the U16 Championship division of the tourney.

All-time record heat for many locations in June

The astronomical summer season has barely begun, and we’ve already had record amounts of heat across parts of the globe.

Best night sky events for July 2023

July is prime time for viewing the Milky Way core from dark sky locations, especially after midnight.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

Which flag has the highest rating?

LEGION BASEBALL: Lums finish tourney with victory

Meanwhile, the Coeur d'Alene Lumbermen 16U advanced to the semifinals of the Junior Wood Bat Classic.

Kiddies Parade of patriots

Hundreds of kids in parade

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THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: NIC’s latest move triggers lots of questions

Wednesday’s news release announcing NIC’s move noted that NIC and the NWAC had agreed to a “mutually beneficial transition” of NIC out of the NWAC and back into the NJCAA. Hmmm …

The (Younger) Boys of Summer

Coeur d'Alene takes on Hayden in an 11U baseball game at the Little League District 1 tournament Saturday at Canfield Sports Complex in Coeur d'Alene.

LEGION BASEBALL: Lums, Northern Lakes split their games in pod play

Coeur d’Alene will play Okotoks today at 3 p.m. at Thorco Field to conclude tourney play.

Bear of a job

Coeur d'Alene's Tim Christie endures dangerous conditions to capture stunning images

Local photographer shoots polar bears

The 'Daze' of their lives

Love of country on full display at Bayview parade on Saturday

Fourth fun in Bayview

Youth soccer: Thorns 07 girls edged in title game

The second-place finish comes a year after the Thorns team placed third at the US Youth Soccer National Presidents Cup last year.

HUCKLEBERRIES: Rooster tails and screaming engines

Hydroplane races brought thunder, thrills to Lake Cd'A

It was Car d’Alene, Ironman and Art on the Green rolled into one. Coeur d’Alene was all in. The unlimited hydroplane owners and drivers were all in, too. The only dark lining shadowing the silver cloud for the first Diamond Cup that June 28-29, 1958, was June’s unpredictable weather. After a pell-mell, two-month rush to prepare a 3-mile racecourse and pit area, the city of Coeur d’Alene opened its arms to national media and its first hydroplane races. And the rain came down. And then the wind blew away the first day of the weekend event.

Editorial: United we stand for a strong USA

A defense of our indivisibility

Milestone Announcements

See who's celebrating!

A Living Trust and a Last Will should be designed to work hand in hand

For those who want to avoid the court-controlled process that takes place after a person’s death (known as “probate”) — using a Revocable Living Trust is typically the best way to do so. This document allows a married couple or a single individual to direct what shall happen to their assets and possessions. It will also indicate who will be in charge of carrying out those instructions, without the need for the involvement of a probate court judge.

James Mangan, 83

James Paul Mangan, aged 83, died from prostate cancer on June 7, 2023, at his home in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.

Payton McKenzie Begovich, 17

Heaven is a lot brighter, as we announce the passing of Payton McKenzie Begovich on June 22, 2023, after a long battle with Brain cancer.

Idaho Rock Creations open in Post Falls

Specializing in custom stone countertops, Idaho Rock Creations is open at 923 N. Boulder Court in Post Falls. The products include granite, quartz, marble, quartzite countertops in kitchens and bathrooms. Master craftsman David Curry offers fireplace hearths, bowls, knives and other items made from stone. He is joined by son Camron and wife Cristy Guy-Curry. Daughter Shania Rush has a nail technician area. The grand opening sale ends July 9. Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays, 9 to noon Saturdays and Sunday or after-hours by appointment. Phone 208-619-6169. Check Idahorockcreations@gmail.com.

Helen Shortridge, 95

"Helen, with the Lord!" One of her last shared thoughts was, "I have lived a good life, God has been good to me!"

FREEDOMS: Protected by government, not obstructed

FREEDOMS: Protected by government, not obstructed

BE THOUGHTFUL, SLOW DOWN: Fireworks and speeding are dangers

BE THOUGHTFUL, SLOW DOWN: Fireworks and speeding are dangers

GOOD STORY: Annoying headline

GOOD STORY: Annoying headline

Today's Ghastly Groaner

Where was the Declaration of Independence signed?

You have the power!

The creator of the world wanted to hide from humans the knowledge that they make their own reality, keeping it secret until they were ready to understand the truth. He asked the animals of the world for their ideas.

Bring on the red, white and boom!

The Coeur d'Alene Regional Chamber is calling on you, the Coeur d’Alene community, to join us and help make this year’s highly anticipated Fourth of July festivities the best ever.

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TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT CENTER: We’re already being monitored

TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT CENTER: We’re already being monitored

NIC LEGAL COUNSEL: Hiring should not be political

NIC LEGAL COUNSEL: Hiring should not be political

Man drowns In Spokane River

Man drowns in river

Maximizing property for more housing

St. Vincent de Paul planning revitalization of Post Falls land

A plan to revitalize a Post Falls parcel owned by St. Vincent de Paul of North Idaho will be presented Tuesday evening for approval from the Post Falls City Council.

Woodcarving wiz

PF man creates intricate, lifelike characters, creatures, cottages

Some people have a gift for woodcarving. One tour through Cy Franks' house is all the proof you need: He definitely has it. "You either got it or you haven't," Franks said Thursday.

Grand marshal's lifetime love of parades

In Marlo Finney Faulkner’s 81 years, she can’t remember a time growing up in the family’s Park Drive home in the Fort Grounds in Coeur d'Alene when she didn’t attend the Fourth of July parade.

Patriot Front trials set for July

More than a year after their arrest for allegedly planning to violently disrupt a Pride celebration in Coeur d’Alene City Park, six members of white nationalist hate group Patriot Front are expected to stand trial.

Youth soccer: Thorns 07 girls to play in title game

The Thorns, who finished 1-1-1 in the four-team round robin, qualified for the final by finishing second in their group and will play Rhode Island again today at 8:30 a.m. PDT for the title.

Kootenai County commissioners approve title fee changes

Kootenai County commissioners have approved changes to vehicle licensing title fees.

J.A. Bertsch donates to Fourth fund

J.A. Bertsch donates to Fourth fund

Hecla Mining donates to Fourth fund

Hecla donates to Fourth fun

Phyllis Holte, 97

Phyllis Holte went home to her Lord on June 20, 2023. She was born April 26, 1926, to Shell and Magdalene Gunlock in Portal, N.D.

McDonald's donates to Fourth fund

McDonald's donates

M. Suzanne Nussear, 83

M. Suzanne Nussear. 83. Sue, 83, passed away June 19, 2023, at Northern Nevada Medical Center in Sparks, Nev. Born on April 26, 1940, in Hackensack, N.J., to Germaine and Maurice Garin.

Springhill Suites donates to Fourth fund

Springhill Suites donates

Nancy Lou Decker, 94

Nancy Lou (Hopp) Decker passed away June 22, 2023, at the age of 94, in Lewiston, Idaho, with family by her side.

Senior Meals

Senior Meals: July 3-7

Man charged with kidnapping

A man is in jail after police said he held a woman in his vehicle against her will and interfered with her 911 call.

Sandpoint geese rounded up, euthanized

City officials said move one of last remaining options

Fans of Canada geese that make their home at City Beach say the waterfowl should have been allowed to live in peace. Others say the geese are a nuisance, harassing community members and tourists alike who head to the beach for rest and recreation.

LEGION BASEBALL: Lums drop first two at wood bat tourney

And Northern Lakes dropped its opener in the Spokane/Coeur d'Alene Junior Wood Bat Classic.

Art Spirit Gallery shows 'Compassion'

Work to be displayed locally before traveling to Wassmuth Center

The Wassmuth Center for Human Rights in Boise commissioned North Idaho College trained alum, Mary Frances Dondelinger, to create an art piece for the center. The piece, called “Compassion”, will be on display in the Art Spirit Gallery until July 30, where locals can experience the work rooted in Coeur d’Alene history.

MY TURN: Stop the KMPO

"Globalist organizations pushing for an expensive traffic management center will tell you it’s to keep us safe by observing traffic or to aid with congestion. Might the real reason be to establish a control grid to surveil our movements, much like China?"

Atchley Financial Group donates to Fourth fund

Atchley Financial Group donates

Helping horses with equine asthma breathe easier

Although asthma symptoms generally worsen in the winter for horses because of the cold, dry air, summer weather can also “stirrup” trouble for horses with a specific form of asthma — summer pasture associated asthma.

Mysteries of the universe reside in Anderson’s ‘Asteroid City’

Throughout most of his filmography, writer/director Wes Anderson calls attention to his very particular storytelling quirks. It’s most notable in those lingering shots of lovingly crafted, often pastel-soaked props and other bits of eye-catching production design.

FAST FIVE Connie McGee: Proud to be an American

Meet fourth generation Idaho native and retired educator Connie McGee, who grew up in Coeur d'Alene and continues to give back to the community that raised her.

A day for Habitat for Humanity

HomeVestors improve house for Cd'A family

Help for Habitat

Today's Ghastly Groaner

What did the colonists wear to the Boston Tea Party?

Prevent Herbicide Carryover from Mulch and Compost

Adding a layer of compost or mulch around your garden’s vegetables and flowers is one of the best ways to improve soil structure, increase fertility, retain moisture and prevent weeds.

The Exhausted Dad: Party under pressure

Our 6-year-old will never understand the anxiety his parents felt planning his birthday party.

Dorothy Jacklin, 85

Dorothy Jacklin passed away peacefully June 22, 2023, at Schneidmiller Hospice House in the gentle embrace of her loving husband, Don Jacklin, and their five children.

NW Specialty Hospital donates to Fourth fund

Hospital donates to Fourth fund

MY TURN: The Fourth of July

Poetry by Michael Paul

Press offices closing early Monday

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Washington Trust Bank donates to Fourth fund

Washington Trust Bank donates $500

Legals for July, 1 2023