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Turnovers doom Lake City ... Four lost fumbles lead to loss to Sandpoint

Lake City is home against Coeur d’Alene (4-2) next Friday to open 5A IEL play.

PREP ROUNDUP: Vikings get rolling on the road

Results from Friday's prep football, volleyball and soccer games.

Not the Trojans' night .. Turnovers plague Post Falls in loss to Mt. Spokane

Post Falls (4-2) opens 5A Inland Empire League play at Lewiston next Friday.

THE FRONT ROW with JASON ELLIOTT: Wet turf, and taking one for the team

This is the time of year where you just never know what might happen.

Vandals look for first win on the red turf

“They’re playing a lot better football than last year,” Eck said of Eastern. “I think they’re playing with more energy, playing harder and more sound than last year … they have certainly caught my attention, our team’s attention.”

One big frightening family

Scarywood opens for 13th season with zombie and more lurking in the dark

Scarywood hires about 250 haunters who pass auditions and attend Scare School

PF celebrates closure of another urban renewal district

East Post Falls Urban Renewal District worth 904% more than when opened in 2002

Another urban renewal district has successfully closed in Post Falls. The Post Falls Urban Renewal Agency closed the East Post Falls Urban Renewal District, which opened in 2002 and spanned 469 acres around Highway 41 and Interstate 90.

Library network to contract with ICRMP, Great American Insurance

Appeal letter in the works; library closures again allayed

During a third special meeting this week, Community Library Network trustees unanimously voted to contract with the Idaho Counties Risk Management Program and Great American Great American Insurance Group rather than letting the network's insurance lapse.

CDA police seek $365K for 7 vehicles

Will seek council OK on Tuesday.

Police vehicles needed before others get too old

'The reason is safety'

Changes made to traffic lights on U.S. 95 to improve flow

In recent years local law enforcement agencies have reported an uptick in late night near-miss crashes at signalized intersections with more drivers entering US-95 from side streets failing to yield.

Safe Passage receives $25K matching gift from Smocks

A Martini Affair event Wednesday at Seasons

Safe Passage announced Tuesday it has received a generous matching pledge of $25,000 from longtime supporters Pepper and Midge Smock.

Best night sky events for October

The moon’s brightness won’t be a bother before midnight after October’s first week, and the sky will be totally moonless mid-month, making for great 8 p.m. and later sky-sessions. Look to the east for the sky’s brightest “star,” Jupiter. For those with telescopes, you can’t beat Saturn, the solitary bright “star” halfway up the southern sky. Those two are so bright, they’ll still be quite visible even if you live near city lights.

Former Hayden resident sentenced for rape

Stewart Harmon gets 15 years with parole eligibility after five

Man sentenced in sexual assault on teen

Terry Joseph Morgan, 75

Sept. 25, 2023, Terry Joseph Morgan was welcomed into Heaven. He passed peacefully surrounded by his family who loved him and who he loved so deeply.

Movers & Shakers

Movers & Shakers

Aaron Robb, 56

Aaron Robb, 56, a lifelong Coeur d’Alene resident and successful business man, died Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023. Aaron was born in Coeur d'Alene on Dec. 2, 1966, to Tom and Mary (Blair) Robb. He was the youngest of their two boys.

Rodger Aronoff, 67

It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Rodger Aronoff of Post Falls, Idaho, Sept. 6, 2023, at the age of 67 years. Rodger was born May 16, 1956, in San Francisco, Calif., to Bernard and Jean Aronoff.

School and Senior Meals

School and Senior Meals: Oct. 4-8

FAST FIVE: Kary Maddox offers info, empathy in times of chaos

Meet Kary Maddox, who grew up in Saint Maries but quickly left to see the world. She’s a fire public information officer for the U.S Forest Service and also a mother, wife, proud veteran and dog lover.

Albritton announces candidacy

Clark Albritton recently announced his candidacy for Coeur d’Alene City Council Seat 3.

Solid tension but cheap effects in ‘No One Will Save You’

With far less dialogue than even “A Quiet Place,” the sci-fi thriller, “No One Will Save You,” relies on classic horror techniques and an emotive turn from star Kaitlyn Dever to make the most of its occasionally silly alien invasion plot.

Jim Cook, 86

Jim LeRoy Cook, DVM, 86, passed away peacefully Sept. 21, 2023, in Spokane Valley, Wash., after a brief health battle. He was a resident of Reardan, Wash., at the time of his passing.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

What's it called when you walk into a coffee shop and feel like you’ve been there before?

Gail M. Waterman, 82

Gail M. Waterman, 82, of Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, passed away July 2, 2023. She was born Dec. 31, 1940, in Radville, Saskatchewan, Canada, to the late H.E. Percy Mann and Marjorie (Holland) Mann. Gail was preceded in death by her father, mother, brother Ronald Mann, brother Quinby Mann, brother Jack Mann and sister Cherry (Mann) Lackey.

The Exhausted Dad: Being sick is just a state of mind

My 8-year-old daughter never gets sick. She says. No matter the obvious symptoms, my daughter won’t admit illness. She carries great pride in her immune system.

Legals for September, 30 2023

Utah and Arizona will pay to keep national parks open if federal government shutdown occurs

The National Parks Conservation Association noted that keeping parks open during a shutdown without sufficient staff and other resources can be disastrous.

Traveling with Milley: A reporter recalls how America's top soldier was most at home with his troops

Once soldiers get a coin as high-ranking as Milley’s, any time they are at a bar and are challenged to show what coin they carry, well, they win and the other soldier buys the drinks. So it’s a valuable coin to have.

McCarthy's last-ditch plan to keep the government open collapses, making a shutdown almost certain

A clearly agitated McCarthy left the House chamber. “It’s not the end yet; I've got other ideas,” he told reporters.

Aaron Robb, 56

Aaron Robb, 56, a lifelong Coeur d’Alene resident and successful business man, died Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023. Aaron was born in Coeur d'Alene on Dec. 2, 1966, to Tom and Mary (Blair) Robb. He was the youngest of their two boys.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: One more reason to get upset at the Astros

And people wonder why we hate the Astros.

PREP ROUNDUP: Lake City frosh Lambert medalist; Cd'A boys, girls win regional titles

The state 5A golf tournament is next Friday and Saturday at Lewiston Country Club.

Gridiron Guesses Sept. 29, 2023: Some good matchups for another nonleague week

As for the picks, Mark Nelke and Josh McDonald each went 6-2 last week, and are both 32-14 overall. Jason Elliott went 5-3 (and heard about picking Orofino to beat Kellogg), and is 31-15 overall.

NIC VOLLEYBALL: Cardinals get right, down Spokane in four

Sophomores Jessica Stires had 10 kills and two blocks and soph Abigail Beaton had 10 kills and five blocks for NIC (18-1, 6-0 NWAC).

NIC board increases athletics budget by $2.6 million

North Idaho College trustees voted this week to increase the athletics budget by up to $2.6 million, contemplated censuring one of their own and shared new insight into a decision to appeal NIC President Nick Swayne’s reinstatement to the Idaho Supreme Court.

Outstanding Seaman Apprentice

Navy graduate Kiahna Kirk, raised in Coeur d’Alene, received a Navy League Award during her graduation ceremony in Great Lakes, Illin., Sept. 22.

Police looking for theft suspects

CDA, Post Falls stores reportedly hit by traveling group

The most recent trend occurred in late September when a group of thieves stole more than $6,000 worth of Similac baby formula from multiple grocery stores in Kennewick, Spokane, Liberty Lake, Post Falls, and Coeur d'Alene

KCSO investigating Shoshone County Jail inmate's death

The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the death of a Shoshone County Jail inmate.

Shoshone County commissioners respond to accusations

Former commissioners claim they are working less hours than they are paid for

The Shoshone Board of County Commissioners has come under fire in recent weeks from previous board members concerning the duties of the current board.

Weekend TV/Radio highlights

Television, radio and streaming highlights for upcoming weekend.

33 TRILLION: ‘Fiscal train wreck’

Thirty-three trillion in national debt. One million in hundred dollar bills equals 22 pounds, times 1,000 (a billion) times 1,000 (a trillion) times 33 equals 330,000+ tons of hundred dollar bills. This equals the weight of three 105,000-ton nuclear aircraft carriers and 110 70-ton MIAI Abrams battle tanks (and 7,300 tons of spuds).

UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX: ‘Looming disaster’

I read with great interest your Sunday editorial enthusiastically praising Gov. Little’s defense of Idaho purchasing the University of Phoenix. So much so that I looked up his letter as you suggested and read it with astonishment. The governor’s defense of Idaho and or educational system was inaudible and I fully agree with him on that subject. However, that is not the subject.

BIDEN: Should be seeking solutions

I can’t believe I saw the president of the United States, Joe Biden standing in front of a gathering of striking auto workers, with a blow horn encouraging and egging them on with the strike.

Join IdaPost: Lit Loops

Pen pal project now open for registration

The Idaho Commission on the Arts is currently accepting registrations for IdaPost: Lit Loops, a creative writing pen pal project in collaboration with Idaho’s Writer in Residence Kerri Webster.

Aspire to perform The Who's 'Tommy' at the Kroc

Aspire Community Theatre is opening their seventh season with The Who's rock opera, “Tommy,” at the The Midge and Pepper Smock Family Theater at the Kroc Center, 1765 W. Golf Course Road, Coeur d’Alene.

Shoshone County jail bookings

Arresting and bookings for Shoshone County jail

ENDORSEMENT: Houser for fire commissioner

I have known and worked with Pam Houser for over 40 years. Pam has always been tireless in her efforts to support all aspects of the Post Falls community. You will find her fingerprints in everything from support for schools to the business community.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

What is a marsupial's favorite drink?

REGAN: ‘Common nonsense’

Again, Mr. Regan has given his opinion, this time, as a “fact check.” “Progressives are mystified when Republicans work together?” We’re also mystified by the KCRCC and the true Republicans that have not accepted Regan’s “common nonsense.” Not exactly “togetherness.” Cohesion only happens when directed by authority? Well, that perhaps explains why Mr. Trump has succeeded as the cult leader of such a cohesive bunch of Republicans which has divided our democracy and threatens it. It also explains how the KCRCC has succeeded so well in damaging NIC, libraries and various boards of directors in the county.

Marty and Max: Real Estate Recipes

Today we will discuss two ways to buy an actively marketed home at a bargain, where you actually want to live.

NIC Choral Kaleidoscope concert Oct. 3

The North Idaho College Music Department will perform the Choral Kaleidoscope concert at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 3, at Boswell Hall Schuler Performing Arts Center on NIC’s Coeur d’Alene Campus.

MY TURN: Infrastructure projects for Idaho

I noticed a news article about more money being spent on the bill. That made me curious about what projects have gotten money so far. A google search turned up a lot of projects.

Murder Mystery where no one knows whodunnit

Levity Theatre will present an Improvised Murder Mystery show Friday the 13th and Oct. 27 at the Harding Center, 411 N. 15th St., Coeur d'Alene.

What’s the score?

New scoreboards spruce up Wallace gymnasium

Helping survivors pick up the pieces

Addressing domestic abuse and violence in the wake of trauma

Silveroxx wraps up resort's summer season

To most people, 3,400 feet of vertical descent sounds like a nightmare – but for extreme mountain bikers it might just be heaven on Earth.

Carolyn Hanley, 78

Carolyn M. Ringstad (Hanley) was born Jan. 11, 1945, in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, to Erling and Elsie (Warnke) Ringstad. She died Sept. 24, 2023.

EDITORIAL: Arm them against this devastating threat

Roadshow will help you protect loved ones from consumer fraud villains

Cd'A Symphony to perform withYoon-Wha Roh

Coeur d'Alene Symphony will perform Beethoven's No. 5, "Barber of Seville" and "William Tell Overture" with a visual accompaniment Sept. 30.

Silver Valley Mining Wars: Part 1

Through the discovery of gold by Andrew Prichard in 1882 a human avalanche of 5,000 “gold rushers” soon descended on the area around Eagle Creek and Murray. But within a year, these prospectors began spilling over the Coeur d’Alene mountains to the south to prospect for additional gold deposits. However, lead-silver outcroppings were found, rather than gold, and claims were filed.

Ronnie Carlson, 85

Ronnie was born Oct. 12, 1937, to Anna (Cordes) and Rudolph Carlson in Warren, Minn. He passed Sept. 5, 2023, in Spokane, Wash.

Northwest Notes Sept. 29, 2023

Eastern Oregon men's basketball team to play Zags again this season

Legals for September, 29 2023

The average long-term US mortgage rate reaches highest point in nearly 23 years, hitting 7.31%

The combination of elevated rates and low home inventory has worsened the affordability crunch by keeping home prices near all-time highs

Ringo Starr on ‘Rewind Forward,’ writing country music, the AI-assisted final Beatles track and more

He's currently embarked on a fall tour, which began September 17th in Ontario, California, and ends next month in Thackerville, Oklahoma

Long a city that embraced cars, Paris is seeing a new kind of road rage: Bike-lane traffic jams

Cycle congestion, with wheel-to-wheel lines of riders ringing their bells and sometimes losing their cool, is becoming a headache.

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: EWU doing its best to flush last season away

So is EWU vs. Idaho getting to the point of a rivalry?

PREP ROUNDUP: Coeur d'Alene downs Lake City in three

Timberlake girls, Post Falls boys also notch soccer wins on Wednesday.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: A good start, but Seahawks need to stay healthy soon

We’ll know a little more after Monday night’s bout in New York, but please remember that the Giants are not the 49ers.

NIC ROUNDUP: Cardinals sweep Big Bend

NIC volleyball back in action tonight at Spokane.

'There's a lot of risk'

Community Library Network headed toward lapse of insurance coverage

The Community Library Network may not have liability insurance coverage as early as Sunday. Trustees considered their options during a meeting Wednesday, including the possibility of a 24-hour emergency notice to close all libraries in the district if insurance is not in place by the time the library network’s existing policy through the Idaho Counties Risk Management Program expires at midnight Saturday.

Lots of lefse

Volunteers creating Norwegian treat to be sold at Nov. 4 Trinity Lutheran Church bazaar

Volunteers on Wednesday began turning 300 pounds of potatoes into more than 600 rounds of lefse

Mayor: It's time to adjust impact fees

Could be based on size of new homes

The city’s current impact fees were established in 2004 and the annexation fee was last calculated in 1998. Neither have been updated, leading officials to examine fee methodology and alternatives.

Hayden agrees to $1M contract with KCSO

The Hayden City Council approved a $1 million contract with the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office Tuesday to dedicate 10 deputies to the city through 2024.

Houser seeks reelection to KCFR Commission

Pam Houser announced her candidacy for the Kootenai County Fire and Rescue Commission.

AT COLLEGE: Sept. 28, 2023

Updates on area athletes at the next level.

Order hunting tags early online or by phone

Hunters: Remember to allow up to 10 business days delivery time when ordering tags online or by phone

Super-slow, high-intensity strength training in Riverstone

To kick things off with this column I recently visited Exercise Institute in Riverstone. As I stepped in the door it hit me how Exercise Institute is different from other exercise facilities. The entry area has more the feel of a doctor's waiting room than a gym with people sitting in comfortable chairs waiting to be called back. In fact, if you break out in hives at the mere thought of going to a sweaty gym with walls of mirrors, then this is the place for you. Looking around, the demographic also fits more with a doctor's waiting room as they definitely seem to cater to the over-40 crowd.

Fish and Game provides millions of acres of access for hunting

Access programs ensure hunters have ample opportunities to find game.

Bicyclist, 83, dies after being struck by vehicle

Man, 83, dies in bike-vehicle collision

West Bonner OKs vacancies in truncated meeting

Shortly before it was scheduled to start, the West Bonner school board meeting was paused for a phone call. Superintendent Branden Durst and trustees Margy Hall and Carlyn Barton then broke from a huddle near the front of the almost-full room and left the cafeteria.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

My neighbor would play his trumpet at night so I changed my Wi-Fi name to "I can hear you."

Grizzly recovery efforts looking up in Panhandle

Grizzly bear recovery is in full swing in the Idaho Panhandle and northwestern Montana and officials are looking for ways to mitigate negative interactions between humans and bears as the populations of both continue to rise in the area.

Fish and Game reminds hunters to follow trespassing laws

Permission is needed to be on private lands, and written permission is recommended

Pheasant season opens Oct. 14

Birds will be stocked in 24 locations across the state

Pheasant season opens Oct. 14 in North Idaho. See area maps for opening dates on page 11 of the Idaho Upland Game, Turkey and Furbearer seasons and rules.

Food drive at Cd'A library

Each time a visitor brings in a donation, they receive a raffle ticket for a library prize basket.

Fun run for funds on NI Centennial Trail

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Library budget set at $2.1 million

Property taxes the bulk of funding

The bulk of the funding for the library comes from $1.8 million in property taxes.

Bowling scores: Sept. 28, 2023

Scores from area leagues.

Legals for September, 28 2023

A hard-right party gathers strength in Poland, pushing a new, less friendly course on Ukraine

No matter what happens on election day, Confederation has already altered the central European nation's relationship with neighboring Ukraine, which is fighting for its survival against a brutal invasion from Russia

KCSO investigating attempted jail suicide in Wallace

The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating an attempted suicide that happened inside the Shoshone County Jail last week.

An old car tire, burnt trees and a utility pole may be key in finding how the Maui wildfire spread

Hawaiian Electric's right-of-way was untrimmed and unkempt for years, despite being in an area classified as being at high risk for wildfires

Montana judge blocks enforcement of law to ban gender-affirming medical care for minors

Montana is one of at least 22 states that have enacted bans on gender-affirming medical care for minors and most face lawsuits

Teen arrested following crime spree

Starting over the weekend and and continuing through Tuesday, police responded to reports of auto burglaries, a residential burglary, multiple stolen vehicles and a vehicle fire.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Take streaming seriously, or get washed away

Eventually, the Pac-2 may wind up far better off than if they had been invited to the Big 12. That would be a terrific outcome.

Youth Sports Sept. 27, 2023

Results, news from local youth teams, leagues.

PREP ROUNDUP: Wallace tops Genesis Prep, wins league title

Results from Tuesday's prep volleyball and soccer matches.

NIC GOLF: Cardinal teams take third in fall opener

NIC competes in the Beartooth Invitational hosted by Rocky Mountain College next Monday and Tuesday at Laurel Golf Club in Montana.

Post Falls High soccer teams to drop down a classification

Petitions for schools statewide to move up or down a classification in a single sport — or as an entire athletic program — were ruled on Tuesday at an Idaho High School Activities Association board meeting in Pocatello.

Candidate forum: Part II

Locals pursuing public office participate in virtual town hall

Eleven hopefuls for mayoral races and seats on local city councils and area school boards participated in an online town hall forum Tuesday evening.

Little lauds Launch

Applications can be filed starting Oct. 3

Idaho LAUNCH is a grant program that provides students a one-time opportunity to have 80% of the tuition and fees at an eligible institution covered

Sheriff scopes out explicit library books

Norris visits libraries checking for sexual content available to youth

Kootenai County Sheriff Bob Norris said he has heard from both sides about reportedly inappropriate materials available to youth at local libraries.

Idaho House, Senate special session petitions differ

Some legislators still hope to reinstate presidential primary

More than 60% of the members of the Idaho House of Representatives have signed a petition calling for a special legislative session to essentially repeal the state law passed earlier this year that unintentionally eliminated the presidential primary election. But as of Monday afternoon, legislators had not yet received the necessary support from 60% of the members of the Idaho Senate as a key Republican Party deadline looms on Sunday, Oct. 1.

'Not a black-and-white situation'

Shelter director says some animals are too dangerous to place in a home

Jeffries said most shelters don't have the funds and staff to work indefinitely to try and rehab an aggressive animal

Northwest Notes Sept. 27, 2023

Gonzaga, ranked seventh in a preseason poll, and No. 21 USC will tip off at 7 p.m. PST on ESPN on Dec. 2 as the nightcap of a doubleheader called the Legends of Basketball Las Vegas Invitational, set for the MGM Grand Garden Arena.

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Alexa Sheppard, Coeur d'Alene Charter Academy

Coeur d'Alene Charter Academy senior soccer player Alexa Sheppard is this week's Knudsten Chevrolet Press Athlete of the Week.

How to distinguish a Living Will from a Last Will in your estate plan

Because attorneys seem to have a hard time making anything easy, several estate planning documents have similar and easy to confuse names, which adds confusion to an already complicated topic. Estate planning legal matters are already confusing enough, so it certainly does not help to have similar names for related but completely different documents. Today, let’s try to clear things up a bit with a review of the differences between a “Living Will” and a “Living Trust.”

Rathdrum Chamber holds coat drive for kids

The Rathdrum Chamber of Commerce and K and S staffing are accepting winter coat donations until Oct. 18 at K and S Staffing, 15580 Vera St. Rathdrum.

Linda Starck, 76

Linda passed away quietly on April 9, 2023, with her family by her side at the Schneidmiller Hospice House in Coeur d'Alene after a stroke and a brief battle with cancer.

Celebrate Post Falls' German heritage Saturday

Prost in the Park begins at 11 a.m. in Q'emiln Park

Post Falls' German heritage will be celebrated from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday at the Q’emiln Park pavilion during the inaugural Prost in the Park.

LaPonsey announces candidacy for fire commissioner

Tommy LaPonsey announced Thursday his candidacy for fire commissioner for the Kootenai County Fire and Rescue District in the Nov. 7 election.

Eleanor 'Ellie' Clare Beadles, 84

Eleanor "Ellie" Clare Beadles, born May 4, 1939, peacefully passed on August 26, 2023, at the age of 84.

Craig Tefft, 47

Craig Jonathan “Coach” Tefft (47) resident of St. Maries, Idaho passed away at Schneidmiller Hospice House on September 19, 2023, surrounded by his loving family.

Kroc Center to host dyslexia speaker series

INW Dyslexia Alliance and The Salvation Army Kroc Center Host Dyslexia Awareness Speaker Series at The Well

Cheryl Lynn Hughett, 66

Beloved to her family and local community, Cheryl Lynn Hughett, age 66, died last May 6 of this year due to cardiac arrest.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Then versus now

We have always marveled at how adept winemakers and grape growers are at adjusting to all that a vintage hurls at them. There are few truly “perfect” growing years when it comes to farming wine grapes. It has only become more complex and uncertain in recent years as the variable conditions from temperature to smoke to rain seem to have become more extreme. In talking to several winemakers over recent weeks, we have learned that in wine country around the west they now get smoke forecasts as often as they do weather forecasts, and I can tell you they pay very close attention to both.

SENATE: Questionable priorities

Thank goodness the Democrat-controlled U.S. Senate has solved our southern border crisis, stopped the flood of fentanyl and gotten a grip on rising energy prices.

REGAN: Fabrication about Barnes’ resignation

Once again, in his column of Sept. 22 our arbiter of “common sense” repeats his disinformation to enhance his standing and discredit his opponents. He is repeating the claim that NIC Trustee Michael Barnes was blackmailed into resigning his position with NIC. Total fabrication.

REGAN: Attacks and false facts

Brent Regan ended his Sept. 22 opinion column with, “Now you’re smart enough to see the pattern because for you, it’s just common sense.” I concur. The pattern is Regan’s constant use of the psychological tactic of “poisoning the well,” a technique where he attempts to assail the personality of a speaker to discredit them, so you don’t have to listen to their message.

PROPERTY TAXES: Locals lost my vote

For those that increased your property taxes by the maximum amount allowed by Idaho law, you just lost my future vote. Yes, I will not vote for any of the incumbents on the Coeur d’Alene City Council nor will I vote for any of the sitting county commissioners.

RELIGION: Archaic decision-making denies rights

In 1555, the Reformation threw off the political power of the Roman Catholic church and ushered in the Age of Reason, which eventually made the United States of America a reality. And here we are….

SPENDING: Cheaper to fund peace

Imagine if you will, three jars of jellybeans. The first jar contains 860 jellybeans, representing the $860 billion allotted this year from the discretionary fund in the 2024 budget for the military.

Roger Ray Lobdell, 85

Roger Ray Lobdell, 85, of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho passed away peacefully with his loving wife by his side on Sept 11, 2023. Roger was born in Spokane, WA on March 8, 1938, to Stanley and Irene Lobdell.

Daniel Jacob Oyler, 23

Daniel Jacob Oyler (Clarke) 23. Coeur D’Alene, Idaho ascended into Eternal Life on September 6th, 2023 at 1:14 AM at Cedars Sinai Hospital in Los Angeles, California.

EDITORIAL: Hold the tomatoes and fling some praise

CLN board makes right call on keeping libraries open on Sundays

Friday night lights in a small town

I like to do my part to ensure that the elusive “small town feel” reminders are a priority.

Put your money on a duck

Rathdrum Chamber holding duck race fundraiser

Rubber duckies will be dashing through Rathdrum Stream Oct. 7. The Rathdrum Chamber of Commerce is now selling ducks for the race which is a fundraiser for the chamber's education program. The race will start at 3 p.m. as part of the Rathdrum Oktoberfest in Rathdrum Park.

Idaho high school football media poll Sept. 27, 2023

How the state's media voted this week.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

Why didn’t the dog want to play football?

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Four tips for dealing with menopausal hot flashes and night sweats, naturally

Menopause is defined as the cessation of menstrual cycles, with an average age of onset in the United States of 51. The transition into menopause can last as long as a decade and can be physically and emotionally turbulent. Once menstrual cycles cease, hormone levels continue to drop, with more than eighty percent of women experiencing hot flashes and night sweats. Defined as transient sensations of heat, sweating, flushing and chills lasting for one to five minutes, hot flashes can cause considerable distress — especially when severe and frequent.

Michael Boone, 80

In Loving Memory of Michael Katherine Boone (nee Gallivan) November 17, 1942 - September 7, 2023

Legals for September, 27 2023

Congress is moving into crisis mode as time runs short to avoid a government shutdown

With five days to go before Saturday's deadline, the turmoil is unfolding as House Republicans hold their first Biden impeachment inquiry hearing this week probing the business dealings of his son, Hunter Biden

Researchers have verified 1,329 hunger deaths in Ethiopia's Tigray region since the cease-fire there

One factor is the suspension of food aid by the United States and United Nations after the discovery in March of a huge scheme to steal humanitarian grain in Tigray

California, a liberal bastion, may give Donald Trump an unlikely boost in 2024

In what would be an ironic twist, the state where the former president is widely loathed outside his conservative base could help him tighten his grip on the Republican White House nomination.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: QB Ward, Cougars deserve a little more love

Cameron Ward will be playing on Sundays — and not because the Cougs wind up in some outlaw conference that schedules games seven days per week.

PREP ROUNDUP: Lake City's Lambert, Coeur d'Alene boys triumph at Sandpoint invite

All golf teams are back in action Thursday, with Coeur d’Alene, Lake City, Post Falls and Lewiston at the 5A Region 1 tournament at the Lewiston Country Club, and Lakeland, Sandpoint and Moscow at the 4A Region 1 tournament at the University of Idaho Golf Course.

Council candidates sound off

17 take part in virtual town hall forum

A range of topics were covered including growth, housing, preserving quality of life, budgets and traffic.

A big impression

Bud Ford commissioned creation of soldier statue that was put in place at Veterans Plaza

The City Council earlier this year accepted the donation of the life-size bronze statue to the city’s public art collection. It's valued at $60,000.

The 'new' Bunker Hill

Last week Idaho Gov. Brad Little joined Bunker Hill Mining Corp. CEO Sam Ash and Board Chairman Richard Williams for a brief groundbreaking ceremony outside of the mine’s Russell Portal.

Behind closed doors

Domestic abuse can fly under the radar

Domestic abuse can fly under the radar

Chip Shots Sept. 26, 2023

Scores, news from local golf leagues, courses.

VETERANS PRESS: Veterans History Project: Workshop kicks off program at Vet Center

The Veterans History Project at the Library of Congress collects, preserves and makes accessible the firsthand recollections of U.S. military veterans who served from World War I through more recent conflicts and peacekeeping missions, so future generations may hear directly from veterans and better understand what they saw, did and felt during their service.

Lonie Marie Wuolle, 72

Lonie Marie Wuolle, 72, of Kellogg, ID, passed away on September 13, 2023 at the Schneidmiller Hospice House in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.

Clarence William Shulze, 100

Clarence William Shulze, 100, beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, with too many greats to mention, passed away on September 17, 2023, at Silverton Health and Rehabilitation of Cascadia in Silverton, Idaho.

Durst stepping down as West Bonner superintendent

In announcing his resignation Monday, West Bonner Superintendent Branden Durst said he is seeking an "amicable and fair exit." In a letter posted to his account on X, formerly known as Twitter, Durst said he made the decision to resign from the post he's held for just under three months after much thought.

VETERANS PRESS: Talking memory loss with your doctor

When do memory issues become a problem?

Everyone forgets things at times. How often have you misplaced your car keys or forgotten the name of someone you just met? While it can be normal to forget some things as you get older, it can become troubling if you can’t hold a conversation or even lose track of what year it is. If this starts to happen, it’s time to talk to your doctor about what to do next.

VETERANS PRESS: Ask VA your questions

Do you have a question or want more information about VA benefits and services? Use the new Ask VA online question portal (https://ask.va.gov/). It is an easy, fast and convenient way to get your questions answered.

VETERANS PRESS: It’s National Suicide Prevention Month

For those that serve or who have served, crises can be heightened by their experiences during military service. If you’re a veteran or service member and in crisis, there is help.

Boyer resignation announced

Hayden city administrator leaving for position in Burley

After more than seven years as Hayden city administrator Brett Boyer will be leaving Hayden to work elsewhere.

Warts and all, the U.N. has purpose

Like the humans who compose them, no institution is without flaws. In both cases we can only hope that, on balance, the good outweighs the rest.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

My wife said quilts are better than duvets.

Ernie Willard, 82

Ernie Willard, a devoted husband, loving father, and dedicated church and community member, was born on June 15, 1941, in Goodland, Kansas.

VETERANS PRESS: Hey veterans, did you know?

If a VA claim is denied, they you can appeal the decision? Maybe something was missed or there may be new evidence to submit.

VETERANS PRESS: My HealtheVet and your health care

If you’re already enrolled in VA health care and have questions about what the PACT Act might mean for you, VA can help.

VETERANS PRESS: Do you know the Veterans Creed?

The Manual Schneidmiller Post 154, Rathdrum, Idaho, American Legion presents…

VETERANS PRESS: How do I get help for a veteran who’s in crisis?

Find out how to get support anytime, day or night. If you’re concerned about a veteran in crisis, connect with our caring, qualified Veterans Crisis Line responders for confidential help. Many of them are veterans themselves. This service is private, free and available 24/7.

Road scholars

Shoshone County public works staff earn certification

Road Scholar certificates will help Shoshone County compete for future grants

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.

Shoshone County jail bookings

Arrests and jail bookings for Shoshone County jail

MY TURN: Shoshone County BOCC blaming others, working less

This letter is to express my own opinion, and no one else’s. The new commissioners are pointing fingers and blaming us for overspending for the last four years, but not saying what we overspent on. Why?

Silver Valley Sports Recap: Sept. 18-24

Silver Valley football teams go 3-0! Kellogg and Wallace volleyball continue their winning ways; Makai Peak and Ryken White pace Wildcat runners.

OCT NIBJ: Navigating Idaho’s tight labor market

7 practical ways for small businesses to attract and keep employees

With Gem State unemployment well under 3%, and in some counties under 2%, finding and keeping employees is a real challenge. In a recent address to the business community, Gov. Little spoke of the urgent need for workforce housing, but for many small businesses struggling with labor shortages that’s a long-term solution for which they can’t wait.

Legals for September, 26 2023

Oregon's top court asked to decide if GOP senators who boycotted Legislature can be reelected

There were nine Oregon Republicans and an independent who clocked at least 10 absences during this year's legislative session in order to block Democratic bills covering abortion, transgender health care and gun rights

We carry DNA from extinct cousins like Neanderthals. Science is now revealing their genetic legacy

In the past few months alone, researchers have linked Neanderthal DNA to a serious hand disease, the shape of people's noses and various other human traits

A small group of Lahaina residents returns to homes destroyed by deadly wildfire

he prospect of returning has stirred strong emotions in residents who fled in vehicles or on foot as wind-whipped flames raced across Lahaina

Durst announces plans to step down

West Bonner Superintendent Branden Durst announced on social media he is seeking an “amicable and fair” exit from his position. Durst posted a page-and-a-half letter to district patron announcing his plans on his account on X, formerly known as Twitter.

'There's something wrong with the system'

Students across the state underperform in ISATs

Educators in Kootenai County's largest school districts watch their students improve, but standarized test results stay the same.

Golden opportunity

Girl Scout completes work at PF VFW to earn top award

The grounds of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3603 in Post Falls have been spiffed up and a flag drop has been installed thanks to the work of a local Girl Scout and her recruits.

The respect tour

John Bryant has visited more than 200 World War II museums, memorials

The youthful Bryant, in total, has visited 150 sites in Europe and 92 in the U.S. — 180 museums, 52 memorials and eight cemeteries.

More weather extremes and El Niño

It’s been a very dry September across the Inland Northwest.

Pumpkin patch parade

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Today's Ghastly Groaner

We all know where the Big Apple is

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Double dose of sadness this past week

When stuff like this happens, there’s that oft-repeated phrase that’s meant to comfort you — “Don’t cry because it’s over, smile because it happened.” That’s helpful, but sometimes it’s easier said than done.

Big boy win as Idaho beats three-time conference champion Sac State

Idaho plays at Eastern Washington on Saturday.

PREP SOCCER: St. Maries plays first games at on-campus soccer field

Results from Saturday's prep soccer matches.

PREP ROUNDUP: Coeur d'Alene boys run to victory in Missoula

Results from Saturday's events in prep cross country, volleyball and swimming.

Parade of Homes marches on

Thousands of North Idahoans enjoyed blue skies, crisp fall weather and spectacular homes as they journeyed along the Parade of Homes presented by the North Idaho Building Contractor’s Association.

The power of police presence

Downtown calls this summer far fewer than previous years

It’s the first summer a five-officer task force was dedicated to downtown. Their constant presence made a difference.

Meet your candidates Monday and Tuesday

Moderated by two business leaders, Helo Hancock, CEO of Beacon Clinics, and Tyrel Stevenson, the Coeur d’Alene Tribe’s legislative director, the forums provide citizens an opportunity to meet the candidates seeking election in their cities and school districts.

Major updates at Cork & Tap in Riverstone

Major changes and activities are happening at Cork & Tap at 2034 N. Main St. in Riverstone.

NIC ROUNDUP: Cardinal volleyball closes busy homestand with sweep

NIC volleyball sweeps Yakima Valley at home, while men's soccer and women's soccer fall at Walla Walla

Harrison issues drinking water health advisory

Town hall set for 6 p.m. Tuesday

A high level of manganese in the drinking water prompted the city of Harrison to issue a health advisory Sept. 15. A town hall will be held at 6 p.m. Tuesday at the Harrison Senior Center, 103 Pine St., Harrison. Idaho Department of Environmental Quality compliance officer Jim Williamson will address the topic.

Virginia 'Ginny' Meredith DeLong, 93

Virginia “Ginny” Meredith DeLong, 93, passed peacefully from this life to the next on September 3, 2023, at home in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.

CLN TRUSTEES: Telling you what you can or cannot read

The intention by the library board to disassociate with the American Library Association (ALA) is shocking. Why in the world would they even consider this for such an important public library asset?

LOUD CARS: Not a new issue

Our beautiful city has hosted Car d’Lane for decades, and anyone who has been to Coeur d’Alene on Father’s Day weekend can tell you it can be pretty loud. Yet thousands of people love it. Car enthusiasts travel hundreds of miles to share their passion. Locals put up their chairs on Thursday evening to save prime spots for the cruise.

Constitution Week Spotlight

Our Constitution is a living document. Thirty-three amendments have been proposed by the U.S. Congress; 27 of those have been ratified and are part of the Constitution.

The power of likability

I was fascinated by a CNBC article about Jennifer Hyman, the CEO of Rent the Runway, who attributed her business success to just two words — "Be likable."

SUBSCRIBERS: Time to support your favorite candidates

City councils, mayors, school trustees and fire commissioners will be on the Nov. 7 ballot. After today, we will publish candidate endorsement or opposition letters from Press subscribers only. This is to ensure our customers have the opportunity to share their knowledge and thoughts on these elections.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

Who helps little pumpkins cross the road to school?

REGAN: False detail

In Brent Regan’s recent column titled “The Pattern of Deception,” Regan falsely claimed that my father, retired FBI Special Agent Wayne F. Manis, was the “lead agent” in the Randy Weaver case. This is false.

EDITORIAL: Governor throws a knockout punch

University of Phoenix critique forms fightin' words

Cd'A Chamber, NIC, Kootenai Health to host forums

Discussions aimed at bringing community together

The forums are aimed at bringing the North Idaho community together for discussions on topics affecting the region.

HUCKLEBERRIES: A cautionary tale from Art Linkletter

A former star remembered for speaking up

Art Linkletter is no longer a household name.

IMMIGRATION: A takeover

Time to wake up folks. Our country has been fundamentally changed since Biden took office. There have already been over six million souls added to the U.S. over our southern border in just two years. To put that into perspective, that is as more people than live in Idaho (1.9M), Montana (1.1M), Wyoming (580,000), North Dakota (775,000) and South Dakota (900,000) combined.

LIBRARIES: Cities should reclaim them

As to libraries, has Ms. Ottosen heard of separation of church and state? The library falls under government. I understand that a majority of voters made their wishes known to her that the library system should stay as it is, open on Sundays and keeping all programs. Leaving the American Library Association which gives support to small communities and upholds the First Amendment is a gigantic mistake.

Eleanor 'Ellie' Clare Beadles, 84

Eleanor "Ellie" Clare Beadles, born May 4, 1939, peacefully passed on August 26, 2023, at the age of 84.

How does organ donation fit into estate planning?

There are several things I think we should all understand about how Idaho law addresses the issue of organ donation and how we can use our estate planning documents to help make sure our wishes on this topic are followed.

Milestone Announcement

See who's celebrating!

Community Thanks

See who's thankful!

Lake City speeds it up

Lake City plays host to Sandpoint next Friday.

Burns, Trojans run over Hawks

Post Falls hosts Mt. Spokane next Friday. The Trojans beat the Wildcats 23-17 last year in overtime. Lakeland has a bye next week.

North Idaho 14-day forecast

North Idaho 14-day forecast

THE FRONT ROW with JASON ELLIOTT: Tefft: An impact felt far beyond St. Maries

“I was at some Inland Empire League meetings in Coeur d’Alene the day they moved him,” Driskill said. “After I was done, I went to see him, and the first thing he wanted to talk about was football and hunting. It was crazy. It was just the same old Craig. I really don’t know how big that church is, but it better be very big. His impact in this area is very huge.”

Vandals brace for Sac State ground attack

“It’ll be a great challenge, but we have a very good football team, and I think we can get better,” Eck said. “We haven’t hit our ceiling yet, for sure.”

PREP FOOTBALL: Timberlake rolls on emotional night for St. Maries

Results from Friday's prep football schedule.

PREP ROUNDUP: Potter, Vikings triumph at Jim Kraus Invitational

Coeur d'Alene boys win home tourney on Friday.

NIC VOLLEYBALL: Cardinals drop Walla Walla in four

Sophomore Brooke Minden had 23 digs, sophomore Rachael Stacey 16 digs, freshman Hailey Hillman 42 assists and Hartwig three blocks for NIC (15-1, 3-0 NWAC), which hosts Yakima Valley today at 1 p.m.

A lively walk among the dead

Sold-out cemetery tours breathe life into history

The names of Blackwell, Sanders, White and Pulaski are on the tour

Prescribed burns in Montana felt in North Idaho

Ash, wildfire smoke experienced throughout region

The ash and wildfire smoke North Idaho experienced the past couple days is from prescribed burns in the Kootenai National Forest.

Illegal immigration, gun rights and more

Sheriff discusses issues during town hall

Gun rights and immigration were front and center in a town hall Thursday at the Hayden Eagles.

Meet your candidates Monday and Tuesday

Moderated by two business leaders, Helo Hancock, CEO of Beacon Clinics, and Tyrel Stevenson, the Coeur d’Alene Tribe’s legislative director, the forums provide citizens an opportunity to meet the candidates seeking election in their cities and school districts.

Shakespeare CDA: ‘It’s the audience and their imagination’

Shakespeare Coeur d’Alene announces their inaugural 2024 season

Today's Ghastly Groaner

I consider myself a social vegan.

Winkler announces bid for Cd'A City Council seat

Brian Winkler announced his candidacy for Coeur d’Alene City Council Seat 1.

Identifying lumps and bumps with diagnostic testing

Lumps and bumps are a normal part of life, but what do we do when we notice a new lump or bump on our furry friend?

The Exhausted Dad: Play ball… for the first time?

Contrary to what my oldest daughter keeps telling everybody, I fulfilled my fatherly duties teaching her how to throw a ball.

FAST FIVE: Heather McDaniel: ITD information officer, cake decorator extraordinaire

Meet Heather McDaniel, public information officer for the Idaho Transportation Department, District 1. Heather has been with ITD for just a few short weeks but comes from a long history in public service with the Spirit Lake Police Department and, most recently, the Idaho State Police.

Northwest Notes Sept. 23, 2023

Prka engineered a fourth-quarter comeback last Saturday, erasing a 20-point deficit and giving No. 10 Carroll a 21-20 win on the road over Rocky Mountain in Billings, Mont.

Worley man sentenced for abuse of child

Daniel Paul Montague gets 25 years in prison with parole eligibility after 15 years

Worley man sentenced for child abuse

Skeet club winter league approaches

The Coeur d’Alene Skeet and Trap Club’s winter league clay sports competition is approaching.

Soroptimists seek Women of Distinction nominations

Soroptimist (Best for Women) International of Coeur d’Alene is seeking nominations for its annual Women of Distinction Awards.

Constitution Week spotlight

Since 1952, the Constitution has been on display in the National Archives building in Washington, D.C. It was brought to the Archives on a mattress. The cases holding the Constitution, which contain gas and vapor to keep humidity at 40% for preservation, are bullet proof.

Figpickels to kick off Toys for Tots

Santa and the Marines, will be at Figpickels Toy Emporium for a Day of Giving & Receiving.

Movers & Shakers

Patty Stewart, owner of Allegra Marketing Print Mail in Coeur d’Alene has been honored with the Sales Pinnacle award by Alliance Franchise Brands, a world leader in marketing, graphics and visual communications.

Branagh course-corrects with solid ‘Haunting in Venice’

With fewer celebrities on the call sheet, Kenneth Branagh allows his eccentric take on detective Hercule Poirot to be the main attraction of “A Haunting in Venice,” his third adaptation of an Agatha Christie mystery novel.

School and Senior Meals

School and Senior Meals: Sept. 25-29

Riley Gaines speaks to Republican women

Gaines talks about dedication to becoming one of the top female swimmers in the nation

Legals for September, 23 2023

Surgeons perform second pig heart transplant, trying to save a dying man

Last year, there were just over 4,100 heart transplants in the U.S., a record number but the supply is so tight that only patients with the best chance of long-term survival get offered one.

The fall equinox is here. What does that mean?

The word equinox comes from two Latin words meaning equal and night.

Lahaina residents brace for what they'll find as they return to devastated properties in burn zone

Those returning will be provided water, shade, washing stations, portable toilets, medical and mental health care, and transportation assistance if needed

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: WSU vs. Oregon State on Saturday — and then what?

Washington State and Oregon State will survive. And do well. Meantime, they can butt heads and have some fun on Saturday.

PREP VOLLEYBALL: Coeur d'Alene tops Lake City in four

Results from Thursday's prep volleyball matches.

PREP FOOTBALL: Vikings fail to get going at Woodinville

Coeur d’Alene (3-2) travels to Union in Vancouver, Wash., next Friday.

PREP ROUNDUP: Sheppard's hat trick lifts Cd'A Charter girls past Timberlake

Results from Thursday's prep soccer matches.

CLN: No Sunday closures

Work continues on insurance, materials collection policy, disaffiliation from American Library Association

It's official: No libraries in the Community Library Network will close Sundays. "If the CLN board of trustees did in fact have a valid approval vote of closing on Sundays, it is now rescinded," Chair Rachelle Ottosen said Thursday morning in a motion during a regular meeting of the board at the Pinehurst Library. The motion was unanimously approved by trustees.

‘Root cause’ of criminal cases often mental health issues

A look into the criminal justice system and how it can intersect with mental health issues in Shoshone County

Travolta Christmas Show adds extra treat for final season

Share your own Christmas Eve stories for the stage, deadline Oct. 6

Calling all "Travolta Christmas Show" fans: It's time to mark your calendars and get ready to celebrate the holiday season like never before. “As the show's last season, we are determined to make it an unforgettable experience for all of our cherished fans,” said stage, screen and film actress Ellen Travolta, of Coeur d'Alene.

Responding together

Busy week for Shoshone County fire, police agencies

Beginning with the head-on collision last Wednesday that closed I-90 near Pinehurst for over 12 hours, it’s been one major call out or another each day ever since.

Weekend TV/Radio highlights

Television, radio and streaming highlights for upcoming weekend.

Shooting investigation underway in Shoshone County

Incident is an alleged attempted murder-suicide

One man is on life support, and a woman and dog were both shot following an alleged attempted murder-suicide in the Woodland Park area of Burke Canyon, north of Wallace.

Fall for History explores different cultures

Different cultures celebrated during Fall for History event in Wallace

Suspended sentence in child sex crimes case

A Shoshone County man accused of multiple sex crimes against a minor was sentenced to two suspended but consecutive terms of 10 years in prison earlier this week in Shoshone County District Court.

Simone Dinnerstein to perform with Gonzaga Symphony

Pianist Simone Dinnerstein will perform with the Gonzaga Symphony Orchestra at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 2, at the Myrtle Woldson Performing Arts Center, 211 E. Desmet Ave., Spokane.

Kilmer to share Race to Alaska story

Race to Alaska sailor and author will recount his 750 mile adventure Oct. 2 at the Coeur d'Alene Public Library.

Marty and Max: Market Segments

In today’s column, we are NOT going to discuss the market. Rather, we ARE discussing how to read and interpret the data when you do choose to look at the market.

OPINION: Pattern of deception

A large portion of what we call “intelligence” is pattern recognition. Patterns of sounds are recognized as words or music. Patterns of symbols are written language. Patterns of features are faces. Captcha asks you to recognize items that fit a pattern to prove you are human. Intelligence tests rely heavily on pattern recognition by asking you to find the next number or symbol of a set or to determine which word does not fit with others.

Homes, sweet homes

NIBCA's Parade continues this weekend

Parade of Homes features innovative building, design

OPINION: KCRCC’s 'vetting' scam

Yes, I’m back at it after a wonderful summer of family celebrations and travel. It has been great to ignore the political angst and focus on what is truly important in life. We are so blessed to live in Idaho!

REDMAN INSURANCE: RFP process, competition welcome

In response to the Sept. 15 editorial mentioning Redman Insurance, I want to clarify a couple things. First, we appreciate the suggestion from a trustee for the Community Library Network board proposing our insurance agency as an option to provide insurance for the Library, and we hope that the suggestion was because of our heart for serving our local community, our 30 years in business in Kootenai County, our products available for public entities, and the exceptional service our experienced team provides.

Constitution Week spotlight

A bill of rights is a list of basic human rights guaranteed by law. To insure these for all U.S. citizens, the Bill of Rights was written at the first meeting of Congress in 1789 and ratified in 1791. Only 10 of the 12 articles proposed were ratified. George Mason is credited with being the “Father of the Bill of Rights.”

USS Idaho crew visits Kellogg High School

USS Idaho crew visits the Silver Valley

Dress up for Monster Mash Night Market

The Wavy Bunch will throw a spooktacular evening at the Monster Mash Night Market and Street Fair from 5 - 9 p.m. Friday Oct. 13.

OPINION: Be wary of confrontational politics

Discussing politics with friends often elicits a common refrain: "It's so ugly! I hate politics! It doesn't even matter if I vote. Yuck." Unfortunately, this sentiment is not accidental; it's a byproduct of a communication style known as 'confrontational politics.' This approach is corrosive and aggressive, aimed at discouraging participation in both social media and voting.

Shoshone County jail bookings

Arrests and bookings for Shoshone County

Today's Ghastly Groaner

How many ears does Capt. Kirk have?

EDITORIAL: Separate constitutional defenders from pretenders

Start by building better understanding of nation's guiding light

CANDIDATES: Dems pushing partisan divide

Today, I received a letter endorsing Wood and Gookin. The letter states their time of service, these include Christie Wood’s time on the Coeur d’Alene School Board, NIC board, four years on Coeur d’Alene City Council. Christie also served time on the Coeur d’Alene police force, and is a veteran of the U.S. Air Force.

NOISE: Time for action

We’re happy that noise has been a recent topic of concern as covered by Bill Buley the Coeur d’Alene Press. But, words aren’t enough. Action is needed. It’s way past time for the city council and the police to do something about the extreme noise in the downtown area.

OPEN PRIMARIES: Help drive healthy democracy

Open primaries have a profoundly positive impact on voters and the democratic process as a whole. One of the most compelling aspects of open primaries is their commitment to inclusivity. By allowing voters from various political affiliations to participate, open primaries ensure that the voice of every citizen matters, regardless of party affiliation. This inclusivity encourages greater voter engagement, motivating more people to participate in the candidate selection process.

Northwest Notes Sept. 22, 2023

The top seven finishers from the Pacific Northwest PGA Professional Championship automatically qualified for the 2024 PGA Professional Championship, scheduled for April 28 – May 1 at Frisco, Texas.

'Unreasonable noise'

Police issued about 20 citations for excessive vehicle racket this summer

Capt. Dave Hagar said Thursday that police gave out about 20 citations for excessive noise caused by motor vehicles this summer.

Legals for September, 22 2023

Cd’A Tribe, U.S. reach agreement to restore salmon populations

The Coeur d’Alene Tribe executed a significant and important settlement agreement with the U.S. federal government Thursday, Sept. 21 in Washington, D.C.

A grandmother seeks justice for Native Americans after thousands of unsolved deaths, disappearances

Members of several victims' families joined Fraser recently to dedicate a billboard honoring victims along Interstate 90 just outside the town of Hardin where Stops Pretty Places died

Zelenskyy delivers upbeat message to US lawmakers on war progress as some Republican support softens

Republican leaders pressed him for his plans for winning Ukraine's counteroffensive against invading Russian forces

Inside a Ukrainian brigade’s battle ‘through hell’ to reclaim a village on the way to Bakhmut

The 3rd Assault Brigade, composed entirely of volunteers and considered one of Ukraine’s best and most experienced corps, has been fighting almost nonstop in the east since January, while less-experienced units received new training and modern weapons to fight in the south

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Bayley's painful, rewarding road back

“Ten out of 10,” Bayley said of the pain of a dislocated shoulder. “I would describe it as excruciating. It’s happened so many times over the last three years, it still really really hurts. I just have to move my arm to get it back into place. I don’t have a certain technique; I just basically scream and moan until I get it back in.”

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Can the Mariners keep it going in prime games?

To pull it off, though, Seattle has to get back to solid pitching — especially from its starters.

Gridiron Guesses Sept. 21, 2023: Heavy hearts, but 'Jacks look to finish the right way

As for the picks, Mark Nelke and Jason Elliott each went 8-0, and Josh McDonald went 6-2, and we’re all tied at 26-12. It’s looking much like the AL wild-card race, with a little more winning — of late.

PREP ROUNDUP: Lakeland girls down Bonners Ferry

Lakeland (4-5-0) travels to Lake City for an Inland Empire League match on Tuesday.

NIC ROUNDUP: Cardinals sweep Wenatchee Valley, extend win streak to eight

NIC volleyball returns home on Friday against Walla Walla, while soccer goes back on road Saturday.

County officials consider policy for pay for themselves

Kootenai County elected officials will examine when and how their pay is calculated.

Lakeland receives $180K grant for new welding booths

Connor Carvajal is the one with the torch and Chase Petersen took the photos for us.

City eyes higher impact fees

Would help fund expected future demands for services

Impact fee workshop set for Monday

Feedback favorable for proposed PF traffic projects

Highway district gathers input about Prairie widening, roundabout at Hayden/Meyer

Responses were overwhelmingly positive as the Post Falls Highway District gauged public opinion Wednesday about plans to widen Prairie Avenue from Meyer Road to Highway 41 and construct a roundabout at Meyer and Hayden Avenue.

Bowling scores: Sept. 21, 2023

Scores from area leagues.

New Lakes Hwy District building project begins

Construction started on the west side of Pope Road for a new $9.3 million Lakes Highway District, Garwood Operations Facility, and the project is expected to take a year to complete.

Post Falls teen wins national heroic service activity award

Alex Knoll recognized for making significant impact on his community

Alex Knoll, 18, of Post Falls, is a winner of the 2023 Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes. The Barron Prize annually honors 25 outstanding young leaders who have made significant positive impacts on people, their communities and the environment. Fifteen top winners each receive $10,000 to support their service work or higher education.

Duck season opens early for vets, kids

A Federal Migratory Bird (Duck) Stamp is not required for hunters 15 and younger but is required for hunters 16 and older.

Dogs and deer don't mix

After being pursued by dogs, a deer succumbed to exhaustion with multiple bites over its body last week. Whether a dog owner failed to maintain control of their pets or was negligent in their care, the responsibility falls to their owner.

Idaho Trail Association, Camp Rainbow Gold finalists to win Defender

The Idaho Trails Association was named a finalist in the Outdoor Accessibility and Education Award in the third annual “Defender Service Awards” presented by CHASE, which embraces the Defender inner spirit of heroism and recognizes those who embody this.

Garlock announces bid for Cd'A City Council seat

Roger Garlock announced his candidacy in the upcoming Coeur d’Alene City Council election.

Travis Bohn, 44

Travis C. Bohn February 8, 1979 -August 26, 2023

Today's Ghastly Groaner

What time is it when a hippopotamus sits on your hat?

Calling all candidates: League of Women Voters wants to hear from you

Submit info for league's voter guide

The League of Women Voters of Kootenai County is asking all Nov. 7 election candidates to submit information, free of charge, in their own words, with their own photos, links and videos, to the Vote411.org public voter guide. Invitations are being sent to all candidates in contested races.

Cow moose dies during relocation attempt

Darting and moving wildlife out of urban areas can be a very difficult.

West Bonner trustee skips meeting

As the clock ticked closer to 6 p.m., the murmuring started as West Bonner County School Board trustee Troy Reinbold's seat remained empty. "Is he here?" someone whispered at a table near the middle of the room? "Is he coming?" asked another. Without Reinhold's presence, the remaining board members of Hall and Carlyn Barton did not constitute a quorum and were forced to cancel the meeting.

'Fill the Boot' on Friday

Firefighters will be collecting donations for MDA

Northwest Notes: Sept. 21, 2023

The top seven qualifiers advance to the 2024 PGA Professional Championship April 28-May 1 at Fields Ranch in Frisco, Texas.

Legals for September, 21 2023

Amazon unveils a "smarter and more conversational" Alexa amid AI race among tech companies

The company says its also working on a “speech-to-speech” model that will, for example, allow Alexa to exhibit human-like attributes, such as laughter and phrases like “uh-huh” during conversations.

This simple log structure may be the oldest example of early humans building with wood

It's nearly half a million years old and provides a rare look at how ancient human relatives were working with wood and changing their environments

House Republicans clash with Attorney General Garland, accusing him of favoring Hunter Biden

“There’s one investigation protecting President Biden. There’s another one attacking President Trump,” Jordan, Republican of Ohio, said in his opening statement. “The Justice Department’s got both sides of the equation covered.”

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Signs the struggling M's still have a shot

Seattle should have fallen five or six games out of the AL West race with less than two weeks remaining — ditto the wild card picture — but somehow, the Mariners’ improbable pennant chase is still alive.

Former St. Maries football coach Tefft, who led Lumberjacks to first state title in 2016, passes away from colon cancer

“Craig, he was a friend of everybody,” said longtime St. Maries athletic director and friend Todd Gilkey, who retired last spring. “I don’t think there’s a person that he did not like. Craig had a way of getting kids to play football and baseball that nobody else would get out. Because those kids knew that he’d do everything he could, was a genuine person and they were his friends.”

PREP VOLLEYBALL: IEL-leading Post Falls sweeps Lake City

Results from Tuesday's prep volleyball matches.

PREP SOCCER: Lake City boys get one, clinches top seed to regionals

Results from Tuesday's prep soccer matches.

Youth Sports Sept. 20, 2023

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

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Trey Gibson, St. Maries High School

St. Maries High football player Trey Gibson is this week's Knudtsen Chevrolet Press Athlete of the Week.

Hearts of gold

$10K donation goes toward monument at Cd'A Memorial Gardens

Noelan “Mac” McCormack was attached to his M1A rifle, but for the right reason, he was willing to part with it. He found that reason.

Principles of True Charity

Workshop gives churches, nonprofits tools for helping people out of poverty

Through the rough patches in her life, North Idaho College student Daisy Bontrager has not looked for handouts. "My pride has kept me from asking for help," she said Tuesday morning. Then she went to an event where she was introduced to Maggie Lyons, the founder of Charity Reimagined, an organization that helps people see past their current situations and move toward a future beyond what they dreamed possible for themselves. "She was saying, 'We want to honor these people and involve them and teach them, not just give them charity,'" Bontrager recounted. "My heart went, ‘This is exactly the kind of work I want to be a part of.’ It’s just amazing."

'A huge win': Museum of North Idaho receives $350,000 grant toward capital campaign

Britt Thurman liked the word in all caps that greeted her eyes in the subject line of the email from the Murdock Charitable Trust: “CONGRATULATIONS.” “As soon as I saw it, it was like, ‘Yes,’” said the executive director of the Museum of North Idaho. The nonprofit recently learned it had received a $350,000 grant from the private foundation based in Vancouver, Wash., for its capital campaign to build a new museum in Coeur d'Alene.

Lakeland continues dual credit through NIC, NNU

The Lakeland Joint School District will continue offering dual credit courses with North Idaho College for the 2023/2024 school year.

Stop and buy the roses

Rotary Club of Coeur d'Alene annual fundraiser underway

Coeur d'Alene Rotary Club selling roses of all colors

EDITORIAL: A remnant of old Cd'A died Saturday

Aaron Robb's tragic passing a loss for local civility, camaraderie

EVIL WINNING: Jesus is the answer

Are you familiar with the Book of the Dead? You might remember the scene in “The Mummy” when they read from it and the killing starts. There’s a part of the internet I will never dive into for fear of its inevitable consequences. You might know it as the “Prosperity Doctrine.”

COVID: Say no to masks, ‘scary stats’

Unless you look deeper than what is fed to us via the ‘legacy media,’ you will miss many significant provable facts that these outlets fail to report regarding COVID. Unfortunately, it’s a time consuming process requiring independent thinking. It also necessitates the ability to recognize government censorship, collusion, politicalized science, and manipulation of the public.

HAZEL: ‘Excellent article’

Christa Hazel wrote an excellent article in Friday’s paper on KCRCC. While I have always been critical of them, I never knew the depths of their organization.

NOISE: Not unexpected

It is amazes me. Put big tall buildings in a small area sound bounces in-between them all. You build mixed buildings that are out of place and have ruined the look of downtown. A mixture of retail and living spaces, what do you think is going to happen?

KC Dems to host school supply drive Sept. 30

The Kootenai County Dems Club will host a school supply donation drive for Coeur d’Alene schools from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 30 from at Ramsey Park, 3525 N. Ramsey Road, Coeur d'Alene.

Post Falls Museum to open Thursday

The Post Falls Museum will open to the public from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday.

Barbara Daly, 77

Barbara Daly, 77 years old, passed away on September 14, 2023, at Kootenai Memorial Hospital in Coeur d‘Alene, Idaho.

Man gets prison for child sexual abuse

A man who admitted to sexually abusing a young child received a prison sentence this week.

Linda Sue Halberg, 70

Linda passed away unexpectedly on August 26, 2023. She was born May 08, 1953, to Eugene Bruce and Anniebelle Peters Bruce in Loma Linda, California.

CLN board to continue Sunday closure, insurance discussions

Regular meeting set for 9 a.m. Thursday in Pinehurst

Trustees of the Community Library Network board are expected to drop the discussion about Sunday closures when they meet at 9 a.m. Thursday at the Pinehurst Library.

North Idaho Educators begin the year

North Idaho Retired Educators have their first meeting of the year Monday, Sept. 25 at 11 a.m. at JB's Restaurant on Appleway Avenue, Coeur d'Alene.

Virginia 'Ginny' Meredith DeLong, 93

Virginia “Ginny” Meredith DeLong, 93, passed peacefully from this life to the next on September 3, 2023, at home in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.

Elizabeth 'Libby' Kayleen Beckhelm, 73

Elizabeth (Libby) Kayleen Beckhelm passed away on Saturday, September 9, 2023, after a courageous battle with Alzheimer’s Disease.

Phyllis Elaine Hanson, 94

Phyllis Elaine Hanson, a remarkable soul who graced this Earth for 94 incredible years, peacefully journeyed to the heavenly abode on September 10, 2023.

OPINION: Leave no voter behind

According to the VA, there are nearly 128,000 military veterans in Idaho. We represent 9% of Idaho’s adult population, which is one of the highest rates in the US. Some Idaho vets come from families that have been here for generations and some settled in Idaho after their service. We are as diverse and independent as our fellow Idahoans and care deeply about this great state.

OPINION: Let’s talk about endorsements

Just over six weeks from today, on Nov. 7, you will be asked to elect (or re-elect) city council members, school board trustees, and fire district commissioners.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — What you need to know about multiple sclerosis and natural treatment options

Multiple sclerosis is a challenging disease that isn’t well understood. Like most diseases, it is a combination of factors that contribute to its manifestation. In the medical industry, MS is believed to be a breakdown in the nervous system as a result of environmental, genetic and immune factors. Practitioners from other specialties believe it is due to vertebral subluxation interfering with proper nerve and body communication, nutritional deficiencies, toxic exposures, alterations in the electrical/energetic system of the body and more.

Robert 'Bob' Dean Fenner, 60

Robert (Bob) Dean Fenner, 60, passed away suddenly Friday afternoon September 15, 2023, at Kootenai Health in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Does vitamin D supplements protect against colds and flu?

Living in the beautiful northwest like we do, odds are that you don’t get enough vitamin D. The same holds true if you don’t get outside for at least a 15-minute daily walk in the sun. Being deficient in vitamin D may increase the risk of a whole host of chronic diseases, such as osteoporosis, heart disease, depression and multiple sclerosis among others and even the seasonal flu. Recently studies have come to light showing how vitamin D can help our immune system to combat the flu and respiratory infections.

OPINION: Welcome, but don't try to change us

This is an open letter to those of you who have arrived in Idaho since 2019. Welcome. You have arrived in a sanctuary state, not like the sanctuary cities from which you escaped that were sanctuaries for illegal immigrants, but a sanctuary for freedom loving, community-spirited people eager to live and let live and help a neighbor in need.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — The state of bubbles

Not all wine consumers like Champagne and sparkling wine, but most wine consumers like really good Champagne and sparkling wine. That is a key distinction. The intended implication is that like everything in the wine world there are really fabulous and delicious wines with bubbles and there are a lot of not so fabulous wines with bubbles. It seems to me both as a wine consumer, one who really likes “bubbly,” and as a wine professional that there are places that lend themselves to growing grapes for sparkling wines, and other places that don’t. There are winemakers who are really good at making sparkling wine, and others who should not be attempting the task of producing world class sparkling.

Idaho high school football media poll Sept. 20, 2023

How the state's media voted this week.

Lasting love and laughter

On Sept. 20, 1948, a young couple recited their wedding vows at the Hitching Post in Coeur d’Alene.

Will your family need to go to guardianship court?

If you are an adult in Idaho and become unable to make your own decisions in life due to injury, illness, or some other form of incapacity, there are generally two ways in which another person becomes the stand-in decision maker for you. The first way is through the use of a previously written and signed Power of Attorney Document in which you will have stated who it is that should make your decisions for you if you cannot do so. That stand-in decision maker is called your “Agent” or your “Attorney in Fact.” However, if you have not previously completed valid Power of Attorney documents, a judge will need to appoint someone to become your decision maker through a court process known as Guardianship and Conservatorship. If a judge has to appoint your stand-in decision maker, that person will be called your “guardian” and/or “conservator.”

Shakespeare Coeur d’Alene sets launch party

Shakespeare enthusiasts, patrons of the arts, actors, designers and all theater professionals wanted

Channeling art for everyone

Under Western Skies fundraiser supports Arts & Culture Alliance

If you’ve ever taken part in an art walk, artist studio tours, listened to bopping tunes during the Riverstone Summer Concerts, or had one of your kiddos participate in the Kids Draw Architecture program, a chance to give back to the Arts & Culture Alliance is taking place this weekend.

Joseph 'Wayne' Wachter Jr., 42

Joseph "Wayne" Wachter Jr., 42

Today's Ghastly Groaner

Spaces between ladder rungs have increased because people are getting taller.

BOB HOUGH: Also a ‘tremendous, unsung patriot’

I was delighted to read Dave Oliveira’s article in the Sept. 17 Press about Bubblehead Bob Hough, the popular DJ in this area in the 1950s. Bob was a great guy.

NIC: Region benefits from college, faculty and students

The ongoing governance battles at NIC overshadow what great work the institution does. I am a surgeon in the community and the NIC Surgical Tech/Scrub Tech program is awesome. I work in the OR with students from the program and can immediately tell when the student is from NIC. They are well prepared.

Legals for September, 20 2023

SCSO investigating attempted murder/suicide

One man is dead, and a woman and dog were both shot following an alleged murder-suicide attempt in the Woodland Park area of Burke Canyon, north of Wallace.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Feel good, Seahawks fans, but be cautioned

My fear is that it’s tough to be “special” every week. The league is just too brutal.

PREP ROUNDUP: Lakeland boys get goals from eight players

“We were trying to give some of our seniors who had not scored yet some chances,” Lakeland coach Nick Haynes said.

Northwest Notes Sept. 19, 2023

Donations go to the Canvas Church pantry, a school-based pantry that primarily supports students and families of Borah Elementary School, but it also open to all, as well as all families in the Coeur d'Alene School District.

'Just a good man'

Aaron Robb remembered by Iron Horse customers as kind, generous

Friends remember Aaron Robb

Sci-fi celebration of 'Center of the Universe'

Wallace is the probable "Center of the Universe" and celebrated the rededication in style on Sept. 16

Police chief placed on leave

Hayden Lake Police Chief Ron Pumphrey was placed on Administrative leave Aug. 27, he said in a phone interview with The Press Friday.

Lucky Friday fire extinguished; production suspended through 2023

While the workforce may be returning, Hecla’s Lucky Friday Mine will not be in production for the remainder of 2023.

Constitution Week spotlight

The Preamble is the opening statement of the Constitution. It is a concise 52-word proclamation of the values at work in the complete document.

Silver Valley Sports Recap: Sept. 11-17

Kellogg and Wallace volleyball continue to roll; Mullan beats Wallace on the gridiron; Kellogg football continues to struggle

Movers and Shakers

Kiemle Hagood announced its welcome of Jeramie Terzulli to its brokerage division. Terzulli has been a licensed Realtor in Idaho for 10-plus years.

New equipment breathes life into playground

Wallace playground receives a facelift

USS Idaho crew visits North Idaho

For the first time in nearly 100 years, a naval vessel will bear the name Idaho.

Kids health fair planned in Shoshone County

Fun combines with free resources at the kids health fair in Smelterville

Today's Ghastly Groaner

What's the best way to watch a fishing show?

When libraries weren’t free

In this American culture war over books, Ground Zero is the public library. It’s interesting, to say the least, watching from the sidelines as free access to information shrinks. Especially considering that for more than 300 years, it kept expanding.

Jail sentence for former teacher

Keylon pleaded guilty to 'engaging in sexual conduct' with student

A former Lake City High School teacher who pleaded guilty to “engaging in sexual contact” with a 15-year-old student more than a decade ago will spend four months in jail.

Chip Shots Sept. 19, 2023

Results, news from local golf courses, leagues.

'The perfect fit'

Meet the new principal at Kellogg Middle School

20-plus years teaching in the Coeur d’Alene area, including stops at Coeur d’Alene High School, Lake City High School, and Kootenai Behavioral Center, has sharpened Arman’s ability to connect and interact with the students she leads in a positive, hands-on way that feels perfect for middle school-aged students.

Shoshone County jail bookings

Arrests and bookings for the Shoshone County jail

Local leaders visit Stratford Building

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Amy D’Orazi to receive Excellence in the Arts

Mayor's Awards in the Arts winner announced

The event will be emceed by Stephen Shortridge and showcase the talents of some of the best artists in the Inland Northwest

Michael Edward Darrar, 56

On July 13, 2023, my husband, best friend, and love of my life passed peacefully. Michael (Mike) surpassed many odds having lived an incredible 56 years with Cystic Fibrosis (C.F.).

Gas prices hold their ground

Coeur d'Alene gas prices are running about $4 a gallon at most stations

PF Hwy District to consider new roundabout

Public hearing, open house Wednesday 4-6 p.m.

The installation of a new roundabout at the intersection of Hayden Avenue and Meyer Road will be on the Post Falls Highway District's agenda during a public hearing and open house from 4-6 p.m. Wednesday at the district office, 5629 E. Seltice Way.

Legals for September, 19 2023

2 years ago, the Taliban banned girls from school. It’s a worsening crisis for all Afghans

Aid groups say girls are at increased risk of child labor and child marriage because they're not at school, amid the growing hardships faced by families

Trump calls DeSantis abortion ban 'a terrible mistake,' sparking anger from some key Republicans

Trump has approached abortion from a political stance, saying that the Supreme Court's decision gave conservatives room to negotiate new restrictions

Hawaii officials say DNA tests drop Maui fire death count to 97

Byrd said the initial death tally was too high for several reasons, adding that the lower tally now was the “normal and natural” progression of the long-term forensics investigation.

Timeline pushed back on PF housing project

Construction costs, interest rates create obstacles for St. Vincent de Paul

A St. Vincent de Paul of North Idaho housing project that was expected to begin in Post Falls next spring has been pushed back to spring 2025.

Passport to Preparedness

Passport to Preparedness educates the community to be disaster ready.

City considering land deal with Costco

Would exchange property outside store for $30K

The Coeur d'Alene City Council is scheduled to consider a land deal with Costco Wholesale Corp., when it meets at 6 p.m. Tuesday in the Library Community Room.

Constitution Week spotlight

There can be a tendency to race from the Declaration of Independence, proclaimed to the world in July 1776, and arrive at the end with a new nation with its own Constitution in 1787.

The fall foliage may be sooner this year

We’re into the early stages of the fall season and the beauty of the Inland Northwest is being enhanced by the annual “fall foliage.”

Hiring event Wednesday in Post Falls

The Idaho Department of Labor will host its monthly hiring event from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday at the Idaho Department of Labor Post Falls office, 600 N. Thornton St.

Bayley wins Idaho Open

Derek Bayley of Rathdrum won a one-hole playoff Sunday to capture the Idaho Open at Quail Hollow Golf Course.

Deadliest days bring spike in fatal crashes

Idaho roads claimed 92 lives during the 100 deadliest days of summer from May 29 through Sept. 4.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

What do you call a business started by a foot?

Man drowns in Lake Coeur d’Alene

A man drowned Saturday in Lake Coeur d’Alene, according to the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office.

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Daughter, former coach reflect on ex-NIC star's triumph

“It almost made me feel like I was a part of it, in a very weird and distant way,” Lindsay said. “When they won (as she watched the recorded version of the game), I actually jumped up and kind of got a little emotional, just knowing what he had accomplished.”

PREP FOOTBALL: Frank shines, but Sandpoint falls to Homedale

Lake City plays host to Moscow on Friday.

NIC ROUNDUP: Cards keep pace, finish unbeaten at Bellevue tourney

NIC volleyball returns home to face Wenatchee Valley on Wednesday, while men's and women's soccer visit Treasure Valley.

PREP ROUNDUP: Coeur d'Alene boys rally in final moments to top Sandpoint

Results from Saturday's prep soccer and swimming contests.

'I'm learning to live'

Tricia McCullough shares recovery efforts since crash that paralyzed her nearly two years ago

Thursday was a good day for Tricia McCullough. She received injections for pain. “It’s a new thing I’m trying,” she said. “Hopefully, it helps.” The 24-year-old deals with a lot of muscle pain and a lot of headaches since the accident that paralyzed her nearly two years ago.

Ride, Captain, Ride

Hundreds of cyclists participate in Coeur d'Fondo

Riding for the foundation

Vietnam War veterans welcomed home

Daughters of the American Revolution and American Legion Posts from Washington and Idaho collaborated to host the Welcome Home at the American Legion Steven H. Nipp Post 143 in Post Falls.

Constitution Week spotlight

In 1955, the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution petitioned Congress with a resolution to set aside Sept. 17 to Sept. 23 for the observance of Constitution Week.

Avant Coeur Gymnastics expands its campus

Avant Coeur Gymnastics has more than doubled its size by expanding its campus from 6360 N. Sunshine St. (south of Hanley Ave.) to the former Tri-State Outfitters building at 6275 N. Sunshine St. (just east of U.S. 95).

Power shortage: After scoring game's first 17 points, Vandals fall short in bid to knock off Power 5 team

Idaho hosts Sacramento State on Saturday in the Big Sky Conference opener.

EDITORIAL: Sign the petition and watch extremists quake

Voters, not power brokers, should decide if Idaho elections can be improved

September 'song'

Hard as it is to believe, we've about come to another end to a growing season. I hate to say it but we know that the first frost can't be far off. Yikes!

You can make a difference!

Long ago, a huge fire erupted in a forest, and all the animals fled in terror. A wolf spotted a hummingbird flying back and forth high overhead and asked what it was doing.

Beyond the Ballot: Idaho SOS McGrane keynote speaker

Civic engagement, integrity, and outcomes luncheon to explore Idaho elections

The Coeur d’Alene Regional Chamber has scheduled "Beyond the Ballot Luncheon: Civic Engagement, Integrity, and Outcomes" to encourage civic participation in the November elections. Phil McGrane, Idaho’s Secretary of State, will be the keynote speaker at the event slated 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 19, at the Hagadone Event Center.

Yes, you can handwrite your will in Idaho, but should you?

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?”

Prepare for respiratory virus season

Kids are back at school. Weather is cooling down. And it’s respiratory virus season.

Milestone Announcement

See who's celebrating!

SEELEY: Lies, insults not kindness and truth

I would like to write a brief response to a letter by James Seeley published here a couple days ago. His letter starts by saying one can rebuke a ruler with kindness and truth, prefacing a slew of insults about to be directed at Joe Biden, which have been anything but kind.

BIG FISH: It’s the John Birch Society

“Swayne remains target, but why?” the headline read on Sept. 13. Following The Press editorial’s fishing analogy, here’s the “big fish” the writer hoped to catch. Here’s the one lurking at the bottom of the pond. That nasty old shark is called the John Birch Society.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

Why did the apple pie go to the dentist?

Fundraiser for Tricia McCullough

Tickets $100 for drawing for firearms

Tickets $100 for McCullough fundraiser

HUCKLEBERRIES: Off the air, but in our hearts

Bob 'Bubblehead' Hough's rock 'n' roll melody lives on

“Bubblehead” ordinarily isn’t a term of affection.

ACTS OF KINDNESS: All around, if we pay attention

As my wife and I walked our beagle, Huckleberry, in the neighborhood recently, we spotted a Coeur d’Alene Garbage truck stopped along East McFarland Avenue.

PATTERSON: Got thumbs up from Regan

Anne Patterson has caught quite a bit of criticism for her “My Turn” column on Sept. 9 and deservedly so. However, readers (and especially voters) need to be aware of an even more sinister turn of events related to that column. That same day, Brent Regan posted a link to the column on Facebook with the comment “Ann nails it.”

PREP VOLLEYBALL: Lakeland beats Post Falls as part of tri-match

Coeur d'Alene, St. Maries also win in Saturday matches.

REGAN: Imitating something else

Oscar Wilde said “Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery.”

Storm Lee bears down on New England and Canada with hurricane-force winds, rain, dangerous surf

States of emergency were declared for Massachusetts and Maine, the nation’s most heavily forested state, where the ground was saturated and trees were weakened by heavy summer rains

Big bounceback — Post Falls rebounds from first loss, shuts out University

Post Falls (3-1) scored on its first five possessions of the game, and seven of its first eight, and led University (0-3) 48-0 at halftime. The Trojan defense held the Titans to 8 yards in the first half, 11 through three quarters, and 54 for the game.

Red hot Viks ... Coeur d'Alene romps past Lakeland

Coeur d’Alene (3-1) forced four turnovers, three on fumbles in the first half en route to a 40-0 halftime lead.

Rathdrum Lions give away a Corvette

Cody Dalton wins big from Rathdrum Lions.

Rathdrum Rumble car show planned at NIC

Car show planned for NIC's Rathdrum campus

Pet adoption day today in Cd'A

The Furry Farm Rescue is partnering with Best Friends Animal Society, an animal welfare organization, to make every shelter in every community no-kill by 2025. Furry Farm will be at Tractor Supply in Coeur d’Alene from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. today with adoptable pets for the sixth National Adoption Weekend Sept. 15-17.

Rethink that drink

Two local schools among 22 to receive new water filling stations from Delta Dental

Delta Dental of Idaho, the leading dental benefits carrier in the state, provided 22 Idaho schools with a new Elkay water fountain/bottle filling station through its "Rethink Your Drink" grant program. The two North Idaho schools to receive the new water stations are Hayden Meadows Elementary School, Hayden and Skyway Elementary School, Coeur d’Alene.

THE FRONT ROW with JASON ELLIOTT: Not the start, or day, we wanted

Fortunately, the season isn’t quite over yet, and there’s a ton of room for improvement, both on and off the field.

Linda Smith (Hoiland), 76

Linda Marie Smith (7/18/47 – 8/24/23) was born Linda Hoiland.

School and Senior Meals

School and Senior Meals: Sept. 18-22

Davis running for Hayden mayor

Alan Davis announced his candidacy to serve as Hayden’s mayor. Davis has volunteered for 11 years in several capacities for the city, currently as chair of the city’s planning and zoning commission, which according to a news release announcing his candidacy, has helped significantly reduce Hayden’s planned housing density.

Outage set for Avista customers in Spirit Lake

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Vandals shoot for the FBS double

Idaho’s win at Nevada last week was the Vandals’ first win as an FCS team over an FBS team since 1994, when Idaho beat UNLV. Idaho played at the FBS level from 1996-2017.

NIC VOLLEYBALL: Cards take two to open at Bellevue tourney

Hartwig had seven kills, Valle 17 digs and freshman Abigail Beaton five kills and two blocks for NIC (11-1), which concludes pool play today against Lower Columbia College at 11 a.m., with another match against a team to be determined at 3 p.m.

CLN accepts URD money, decreases base by same amount

Community Library Network trustees unanimously approved accepting $42,256.90 in urban renewal district funds during a special meeting Friday at the Post Falls Library. At the same meeting, the board majority — Chair Rachelle Ottoson, Vice Chair Tom Hanley and Tim Plass — diminished funding for the network by the same amount, despite objections from Trustees Katie Blank and Vanessa Robinson and several words of caution from Library Director Alexa Eccles.

Bier, baby!

Oktoberfest kicks off with tapping of the keg, continues today

Drink up at Oktoberfest

Bennett sentenced for murder near Hauser Lake

The man who pleaded guilty to fatally shooting a Hauser Lake resident last year may spend the rest of his life in prison.

NIC releases special report to accreditor

North Idaho College published a special report Friday to its accrediting body.

Making other plans

Shana Stuhlmiller retiring after 28 years with city of Coeur d'Alene

Shana Stuhmiller leaving city post

PREP ROUNDUP: Timberlake pushes back in second half to topple Moscow

Results from Friday's prep football, volleyball and soccer games.

Coeur d’Alene High fined, boys basketball coach suspended over ‘dead period’ violation

Mike Randles, Coeur d’Alene High principal, acknowledged the violation, but said the school plans to appeal the severity of the penalties to the District 1 Board of Control.

Best of the ‘Bs’ in 2023

We’re talking about “B” movies, not “B-movies.” As in movies from 2023 that start with the letter B.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

I just read a book about marriage that’s says to treat your wife like you treated her on your first date.

Edwin 'Gerry' Foisy, 77

Edwin “Gerry” Foisy, 77, of Coeur d Alene, Idaho passed away Tuesday, September 12th, 2023 at Ivy Court Nursing Home.

FAST FIVE: Tiffinay Vargas: 'I want everyone to have the best life possible'

Meet Tiffinay Vargas, a true North Idahoan! Born at Kootenai Health and raised in Mullan, Tiffinay has never lived anywhere except Idaho. Wife of Manuel, mother of Nyah, Haggen, Sloan and Nika, daughter of Candie, Tiffinay enjoys nothing more than time with family and friends.

A guide to litter box etiquette

The first stop after getting a new cat is usually the pet store for food, toys, and furniture, with a litter box being a top priority. You may not give much attention to the box itself or the cleaning etiquette it takes to care for them, but there can be messy consequences if cats are not on board with their new restroom.

Northwest Notes Sept. 16, 2023

The Spokane Braves Junior Hockey team will play an exhibition game tonight at Frontier Ice Arena in Coeur d'Alene.

The Exhausted Dad: When they don’t look back

My baby boy doesn’t need me anymore. At least that’s how it felt when I dropped him off for the first day of school.

Gilbert Stinson, 92

**In Loving Memory of Gilbert Dean Stinson** Gilbert Dean Stinson, affectionately known as "Mr. Wonderful," was born on January 11, 1929, and peacefully departed this world on July 5, 2021.

Legals for September, 16 2023

TikTok is hit with $368 million fine under Europe's strict data privacy rules

The investigation found that the sign-up process for teen users resulted in settings that made their accounts public by default, allowing anyone to view and comment on their videos

Workers strike at all 3 Detroit automakers in a battle for a bigger share of industry profits

If the strikes drag on, shortages could push vehicle prices higher and strain an economy already bruised by inflation

Thousands sign up to experience magic mushrooms as Oregon's novel psilocybin experiment takes off

No prescription or referral is needed, but proponents hope Oregon's legalization will spark a revolution in mental health care.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Maybe Mariners are better off without Kelenic

They’re having fun. They’re going great.

MY TURN • Sports — Retired Lakeland High baseball coach Jason Bradbury reflects on 20 seasons at helm of Hawks

Shortly after the season, Jason Bradbury retired from coaching baseball after 20 season as head coach of the Lakeland Hawks.

Gridiron Guesses Sept. 15, 2023: Four weeks in, Post Falls finally makes home debut

As for the picks, last week was a rough one for the Guessers. Josh McDonald went 4-5 but stayed in the lead at 20-10 for the season, Jason Elliott went 5-4 and is 18-9 overall, and Mark Nelke was 4-5 and is 18-9 overall.

PREP ROUNDUP: Lake City freshman Lambert wins at Circling Raven

Coeur d'Alene's Vignale, Viking boys, girls triumph

PREP VOLLEYBALL: Vikings notch IEL sweep of Lakeland

Results from Thursday's volleyball matches.

Noise level reaching new heights

More residents say downtown vehicle racquet is a big problem

Downtown noise levels rising

Remembering a princess warrior

Celebration of life for Jaicey Lupton, 8, at Real Life in PF Saturday

The community is invited to pay tribute Saturday to a young honorary member of the Idaho State Police, Jaicey Lupton, who died Sept. 1 in Seattle. A celebration of life will be at 1 p.m. at Real Life Ministries, 1860 N. Cecil Road, Post Falls. Jaicey was 8 years old. “She was extremely fun and loving, she was extremely caring but very rambunctious,” her mom, Jessica Lupton of Hayden, said Thursday.

Man accused of taking 'up skirt' photos

Camera had images from Target in Cd'A, Super 1 in Athol

A Florida man is facing a felony charge after he allegedly took photos under the skirts of teen girls without their knowledge.

Recognizing their sacrifice

Vietnam era vets to be honored Saturday

Vietnam era veterans will receive a warm welcome home Saturday, courtesy of the Daughters of the American Revolution and the American Legion.

Sale closing date announced for future Maverik site

Buyer's agreement has been signed for Smelterville Maverik site

Weekend TV/Radio highlights

Television, radio and streaming highlights for upcoming weekend.

Shoshone County jail bookings

Arrests and bookings for Shoshone County jail

OPINION: KCRCC has white nationalist ties

The Kootenai County Republican Central Committee, led by Brent Regan, surrounds itself with white nationalist America First movement followers. This radical movement is led by Holocaust-denier Nick Fuentes and ‘Christian Taliban’ activist Vincent James Foxx.

Northwest Notes Sept. 15, 2023

The Pac-12 Conference released weekly matchups and site designations for the 2023-24 men’s basketball season, the conference announced Thursday. Washington State will host 10 Pac-12 games this season, concluding with a three-game homestand against Southern California, UCLA, and Washington.

PATTERSON: Misrepresents facts

Anne Patterson has shown in her many submissions to The Press, and in her rantings on Facebook, a loose connection to reality. Her latest opinion piece reveals she continues to propagate conspiracy-based rhetoric.

OPEN PRIMARIES: Vote no

Do not be fooled. This initiative is not what it seems. It is ranked choice voting. Ranked choice is as unfair (socialistic) as it can be. How it works.

Custer's Grass Band live at the JACC

Custer’s Grass Band, one of the Northwest’s premiere bluegrass bands, will perform at 7 p.m. Sept. 21 at the Jacklin Arts and Cultural Center, 405 North William Street.

LAWYERS: They should be defunded

The anger we all feel every time a criminal gets away with an obvious injustice, or a politician goes on destroying our democracy without consequence, is just. It isn’t the law that let’s these people go but the lawyers that contort the spirit of law to bend to the needs of a client. By extension making the rest of us subject to the same by creating a precedent that can be cited the next time in court. Our freedoms seemingly belong to the wordsmith’s of today and our will can be easily dictated this way.

EDITORIAL: Library board follows NIC's fateful footsteps

At root of bad governance is organization that weeds out qualified candidates

Eric Michael Stolley, 43

Eric Michael Stolley, beloved son, brother, father and friend, of the Coeur d'Alene, has passed away on September 6, 2023. He was 43 years old.

Cd'A Conservatory to host Autumn Affair

The Cd’A Symphony is collaborating with the Music Conservatory of Coeur d'Alene to bring an Autumn Affair to the community, with food, fun and entertainment from 2 - 4 p.m. Sept 24.

Marty and Max (and TaylorAnne): IS THE REAL ESTATE MARKET UP IN SMOKE?

Selling a home is a stressful, personal, and emotional process. This is why it is crucial to partner with a trusted professional who takes the time to understand your goals, your motivations, and your reasoning for selling to ensure your real estate dreams do not go up in smoke.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

Why couldn’t the pasta get into his house?

Alice Ann Adams, 83

Alice Ann Adams passed away peacefully on September 2, 2023, at her home in Athol, Idaho in the presence of beloved family members.

Montana man facing trafficking charges following traffic stop

19 grams of heroin, almost a pound of methamphetamine, approximately 500 fentanyl pills, and a firearm were seized after a Montana man was stopped for a suspected DUI.

River nonprofit announces total tire haul

The Friends of the River Coalition have announced the total amount of tires hauled

Jackasses needed

One of the Silver Valley’s biggest and newest events is filling up quickly and still needs volunteers. The fourth annual Jackass Half-Marathon and 5K is less than a month away and the organizers are working diligently to put the final touches on what should be another great event.

OPINION: Fear is the mind killer

Author Frank Herbert understood that fear can paralyze the body and prevent rational thought. Unlike the basic drives like reproduction, eating and status, fear is induced, a product of external circumstances. Fear is therefore a powerful tool for mind control and persuasion. Fear is the preferred tool in politics when facts or policy are not in your favor. The last Coeur d'Alene School Bond election demonstrated the power of fear.

'Center of the Universe' rededication and putt-putt tournament

Center of the Universe festivities planned in Wallace

COEUR TERRE: Consider funds before you vote

Before you vote for City Council members, you need to know that according to Council Member Dan Gookin, the city of Coeur d’Alene received $1 million upon approval of the Coeur Terre Development and the city of Coeur d’Alene will receive an additional $1 million at its groundbreaking.

WATER: Constant irrigation hurting landscape

The No. 1 problem in landscape is water. Sometimes too little and often too much. A recent article in the Coeur d’Alene Press revealed the enormous amounts of water used during the summer.

GARCIA: Cd’A is paradise

To bad you feel that way Ms. Garcia. I’m from SoCal. I was born and raised there. I lived there until 2006. I moved here in 2006. I moved here before California and the whole west coast became a rathole.

OPINION: Navigating Idaho Medicaid

Most Republican lawmakers in the Idaho Legislature are concerned and frustrated that Medicaid costs will only continue to escalate and are unsustainable. This led to the legislature's decision earlier in the year to reject the initial Medicaid budget proposal of $4.7 billion, which many of my colleagues deemed excessive. Idaho is one of only six states that still operates Medicaid as a Fee-for-Service model.

City clerk transition underway in Smelterville

A transition is underway concerning the position of the Smelterville city clerk

Legals for September, 15 2023

12-hour closure following I-90 accident

A collision between two semi trucks on Interstate 90 late Wednesday evening resulted in a 12-hour road closure.

State Board blocks Durst’s emergency path to superintendency

The State Board of Education ended Branden Durst’s quest to become the certified superintendent of West Bonner, declining to consider his application for an emergency provisional administrator’s certificate.

Moroccans whose homes were destroyed by last week's earthquake face daunting rebuilding decisions

The death toll from the 6.8 magnitude quake stood at 2,946 on Wednesday, with several thousand injuries

Hunter Biden indicted on federal firearms charges in long-running probe weeks after plea deal failed

He's charged with two counts of making false statements by checking a box falsely saying he was not a user of or addicted to drugs and a third count for possessing the gun as a drug user

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: The long football journeys of friends Yankoff, Sirmon

“He’s one of the most athletic people I’ve ever met in my life,” Sirmon said of Yankoff. “I think he could be anywhere on the field, and have a role.

NIC ROUNDUP: Cardinal men, women keep it clean at home

NIC men's and women's soccer, as well as volleyball win in conference play on Wednesday.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Issues are clear, but so is Seahawks path forward

MEANWHILE, there may be more hope for the defense. I know, that seems like a long shot after watching Matthew Stafford carve up the Hawks for 334 yards, mostly on undisturbed throws over the middle to rookie Puka Nacua and the previously anonymous Tutu Atwell.

PREP ROUNDUP: Charter girls top Timberlake

Results from Wednesday's prep soccer matches.

AT COLLEGE: Sept. 14, 2023

Updates on area athletes at the next level.

Welcome to middle school

Sixth graders enter new territory as secondary students

They've gone from being big fish in little ponds to little fish in big ponds. "My dad was telling me that’s how it was going to be," said Kellen Powell, a new sixth grader at Lakes Middle School. “I thought it was going to be really confusing going to each class, but honestly, I like it more than elementary," he said. "It’s more entertaining than just staying in one class all day. I like all the varieties of subjects and exploratory." He said he's actually enjoyed traveling from class to class every hour. "It’s way more fun," he said. North Idaho's 11- and 12-year-olds are learning the ropes as they find their ways around their first few weeks as secondary schoolers.

More candidates certified for November election

The Hayden mayoral race has a second candidate, as does the race for Hayden City Council Seat 3, currently occupied by Roger Saterfiel.

All the right moves

Cd'A Chess Club checks a year of growing gamesmanship

Checkmate is the word

Thirteen eye Cd'A library board seat

Thirteen people have applied for an opening on the Coeur d'Alene Public Library Board of Trustees.

Former firearms executive Busse seeks Democratic nomination for Montana governor

During a 25-year career in the firearms industry, Busse said, he directed the sale of almost 3 million guns from the manufacturer Kimber America

Fraud roadshow coming to Cd'A

Don't be fooled by fraud

Fish and Game publishes video updates on CWD

Watch the seventh episode of Idaho Department of Fish and Game's "State of Deer and Elk" series on Youtube.

Report poachers for cash and conservation

Poaching Hotline (800-632-5999) available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Montana study seeks to protect pronghorn

Wildlife managers and landowners are using FWP’s statewide study of Montana’s pronghorn movements to help the prairie grazers travel between critical habitats.

Health alert issued for Kirkland Signature chicken tortilla soup

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service issued a public health alert Wednesday for a ready-to-eat Kirkland Signature chicken tortilla soup product because the label falsely describes the product as gluten free.

Injury crash blocks traffic

Accident at 95 and Ironwood

Operation Christmas Child Workshop Saturday

Operation Christmas Child

Knutson seeking election to Cd’A City Council

Rob Knutson announced his candidacy for Coeur d’Alene City Council Seat 5 in the Nov. 8 election. Knutson is challenging incumbent Dan English who was elected to Seat 5 in 2015. This is Knutson’s first candidacy for public office.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

What do you call a magician who loses his magic?

Introducing the Exercise Explorer MD

“Yes, but what type of exercise should I try?” is a question I am asked on almost a daily basis by my patients. In my work as a physician at Ironwood Family Practice for the past 16 years, I am daily extolling the virtues of exercise.

Hayden approves budget, considers impact fee increases

The Hayden City Council approved the city's 2023-24 budget Tuesday and considered raising impacts for developers.

MY TURN: About Regan's 'Fact Check'

I read Mr. Regan’s “Fact Check” opinion in Friday’s Coeur d'Alene Press. His life story is eerily similar to my own … without the wealthy parents’ part. I enjoyed the “projection” discussion where Mr. Regan informs me that psychologists coined the term “projection” for a phenomenon where a subject projects their life experiences onto others.

3Cs golf tournament Saturday

Cancer and Community Charities, fondly known as the 3Cs, will host its sixth annual 18-hole golf tournament benefiting Kootenai County charities on Saturday at the Links Golf Course in Post Falls.

Legals for September, 14 2023

Kaylor pleads not guilty

Arguments also heard concerning case's non-dissemination order.

Accused murderer Majorjon Kaylor pleaded not guilty to all five of the felony charges he currently faces during his arraignment on Wednesday morning.

Utah GOP Sen. Mitt Romney, former presidential candidate and governor, won't seek reelection in 2024

Romney noted that he would be in his mid-80s at the end of another six-year Senate term

McCarthy impeachment inquiry into Biden appears to win over even the most reluctant Republicans

Mderate Republicans representing districts that Biden won in 2020 over Trump and who are most at risk in next year's election generally were supportive of McCarthy’s decision to launch the impeachment probe

The iPhone 12 emits too much radiation and Apple must take it off the market, French agency says

While mobile phones have been in widespread use for years, studies haven’t shown a clear link to adverse health effects like cancer, headaches and cognitive function

Suspect in the slayings of 4 Idaho college students wants news cameras out of the courtroom

Second District Judge John Judge is expected to hear arguments over camera access today

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: How the M's have gone from red hot to struggling

How did this happen?

PREP VOLLEYBALL: 4A Lakeland picks off another 5A foe

Lake City, Timberlake, Kellogg, Wallace, Priest River and Mullan win on Tuesday night.

Youth Sports Sept 13, 2023

Scores, highlights, news from local sports teams, leagues

PREP ROUNDUP: Dual at the Point

Results from Tuesday's prep cross country, golf and soccer matchups.

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Kylie Munday, Post Falls High School

Post Falls High senior volleyball player Kylie Munday is this week's Knudtsen Chevrolet Press Athlete of the Week.

New police chief rebuilding department

Spirit Lake Police Chief Michael Morlan is ready to restore a sense of safety in Spirit Lake, with the help of his new lieutenant, Eric Reade.

To save a dog's life

Couple donates funds for 20 PureVent pet oxygen masks for first responders

Oxygen mask could save a dog's life

Cd'A Schools '22-'23 budget on target

Audit to be completed in October, presented in November

Actual finances came in at a variance of 1.38% from the projected budget for the Coeur d'Alene School District's 2022-2023 fiscal year. The district closed the books in August, with the exception of final property tax numbers and a couple areas that require more work from auditors. The district's fiscal year begins July 1 and ends June 30.

Wallace’s 1913 Post Office Heist — which nearly succeeded

A December 1913 heist at Wallace’s post office remained unsolved for over a year and a half — so long that some of the town’s citizens surmised that the redoubtable postal inspector service, the post office’s highly respected police force, had finally met its match. But patience won out.

Oktoberfest a call to drink beer

Celebration begins Friday

It's almost beer time

Today's Ghastly Groaner

I made a playlist for hiking, it has music from Peanuts, The Cranberries and Eminem.

Move over June, September now month for nuptials

According to The Knot, September is the most popular month for weddings, with October coming a close second.

Cindy DuPuis, 64

Cynthia Anne DuPuis, 64, of Spirit Lake, Idaho passed away from leukemia at Hospice of North Idaho on the morning of August 14th, 2023.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Four common health issues that disturb your sleep

There is nothing more distressing than insomnia. Sleep deprivation has many long-term negative impacts on our health and wellbeing, from a weakened immune system to depression and mood disorders, to an inability to concentrate and memory loss. Sleep disorders are also extremely common, affecting up to fifty percent of the U.S. adult population.

Headed South for the winter? Your estate plan may need some attention

Many of our clients in North Idaho and Eastern Washington are “snowbirds” who spend winters somewhere warm.

U.S. Attorney to keynote Human Rights Banquet

Hagadone Corp. to receive civil rights award

Joshua D. Hurwit, U.S. Attorney for Idaho, will keynote the 24th annual Kootenai County Task Force on Human Relations human rights banquet on Saturday, Oct. 7. Hurwit holds a bachelor of arts degree from Stanford University and a Juris Doctor from Harvard University. While at Harvard in 2005, he was the recipient of the “Best Oralist Award."

CDA: Kudos for addressing downtown noise

We're so pleased to see the City of Coeur d'Alene addressing the downtown noise problem (CDA Press 9-8-23.)

GARCIA: Didn't do her homework before moving to Cd'A

In response to Juanita Garcia’s letter published 9/10. Perhaps it’s a parody.

PATTERSON: 'Farcicle dribble intended to incite'

This morning I read with great sadness the political opinion piece regarding NIC.

Kootenai County home sales remain down

But median price rises slightly

Housing down from last year

Blood drive on Oct. 23

Blood drive set

BIDEN: An Unfit Ruler

It states in Exodus 22:28 — “You shall not revile God, nor curse a ruler of your people.”

REPUBLICANS: 'Fruit is revealed in their voting record'

Meeting newcomers is something I enjoy, but if I could, I would create a “port of entry” to check for “invasive species.”

Commission denies request for special permits

Planning members say proposal lacks specifics

Business plan rejected

Beulah 'Evelyn' Bossingham, 88

Beulah “Evelyn” Bossingham, age 88, of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, passed away Saturday, Sept. 2, 2023, following a few years of dementia.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Right sizing the U.S. wine industry

For a bit over a year now the United States has topped the world in total amount of wine consumed. On a per capita basis the U.S. doesn’t even crack the top 15! As far as production the top five wine producing countries are Italy, France, Spain, the United Sates and Chile. As the saying goes “lies, damn lies and statistics.” When you combine these statistics with much anecdotal information and more importantly knowledge of what is going on in the wine industry a very interesting “snapshot” starts to come into focus, and somewhat sadly it is not a pretty picture for the domestic wine industry.

EDITORIAL: Swayne remains target, but why?

Obsession to remove NIC president is one more reason to find trustee board majority untrustworthy

MY TURN: The tragedy at NIC

Thank you Tarie, Brad, Nick, and SaveNIC. On April 28, 2022, Ken Howard and I resigned from the NIC Board of Trustees after many years of service. It was a difficult decision since we both enjoyed our roles in advancing higher education opportunities in our community.

Rodriguez seeks seat on PF school board

Sara Rodriguez announced her candidacy for a seat on the Post Falls School District Board of Trustees.

PATTERSON: False information

I don't know what is worse — the fact that Anne Patterson can't spell Brad Corkill's name correctly or that she believes Art Macomber can give an accurate history of the backstory of NIC's issues?

OPINION: Make informed choices, read the party platforms

One remarkable function of these weekly columns has been showing voters that they have a choice when it comes to politics. As the loyal opposition up north, we will consistently fight for policies that reflect our values.

OPINION: 'A republic, madam …'

On the last day of the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia, Benjamin Franklin was asked whether the government being proposed for the new nation was to be a republic or a monarchy. His now-famous retort was, “A Republic, Madam, if you can keep it.” Franklin knew how fragile this new union would be and how many conflicts and difficulties the separate states would confront on their way to becoming the United States of America.

Legals for September, 13 2023

10,000 people are missing and thousands are feared dead as eastern Libya is devastated by floods

Derna’s ambulance authority put the current death toll at 2,300

Montana man who was mauled by a grizzly bear is doing well but has long recovery ahead, family says

One of the two hunters shot at the bear and it left the area, said Morgan Jacobsen, a spokesperson for Montana's wildlife department

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Departing Pac-12 schools can't have it both ways

In other words, the Seahawks’ situation should be considered grim until proven otherwise. Cover your eyes.

9/11 remembered

Where where you the morning of Sept. 11, 2001? In North Idaho, many were in the middle of their morning routines when the news broke and the world ground to a halt. But Ken Johnson was more than 2,400 miles away from Kootenai County — already at work in the Pentagon.

A game changer

Baseball hitting facility at CHS named for Dave and Susan Schreiber to open next week

Some of John Schreiber's fondest memories are from when he shoveled snow off McEuen Field in early spring so Coeur d'Alene High School's baseball season could start on time. “Back in those days, we really didn’t have much in the way of off-season training facilities," the 1986 Coeur d'Alene High School graduate said Monday morning. Schreiber, who now lives in California and Arizona, went on to play at the university level. His late father Dave Schreiber was a coach, an active supporter of CHS athletics and a past president of the Viking Booster Club. His mom, Susan Schreiber, graduated from CHS in 1960 and taught English at the school for 14 years. His brother Dan Schreiber graduated in 1993 and sister Emily Schreiber-Sheets graduated in 1995. The Schreiber legacy will continue at CHS, where John has donated $200,000 to help construct a new baseball practice building he named for his parents — the Dave and Susan Schreiber Hitting Facility.

Grief at Gizmo amid financial shortfall

Amid a financial shortfall, Gizmo-CDA has laid off half its full-time employees and will cut back programming as the remaining staff search for ways to save the nonprofit maker space.

‘Today, I’m just a firefighter’

Climbers made 12 laps up flights of stairs in Wallace to commemorate first responders who died on 9/11

‘Today, I’m just a firefighter’

Climbers made 12 laps up flights of stairs in Wallace to commemorate first responders who died on 9/11

Silver Valley caregivers honored

Patience, compassion, and a keen eye are just a few of the traits needed to be a good caregiver. In Shoshone County, the staff at Access Care at Home routinely demonstrate how quality care can help a person maintain their independence, no matter their age or disability.

PREP ROUNDUP: Steckman, Lakeland boys win at Post Falls tourney

Results from Monday's prep golf, volleyball and soccer matches.

Warren Lee Sperry, 79

Warren Lee Sperry, 79, of Osburn, Idaho passed away peacefully on September 9, 2023, surrounded by his loving family in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho

Veterans commission accepting paver applications

The city of Hayden Veterans Commission will accept qualifying applications to engrave pavers for a Veterans Day installation Oct. 13 at the PFC Robert J. Gordon Veterans Memorial Plaza in front of Hayden City Hall for $150.

Arraignment Wednesday in Shoshone County murder case

Kaylor, 31, will have an opportunity to enter a plea to the five felony charges that he currently faces, including four counts of first-degree murder and one count of burglary.

Rain didn't dampen Labor Day concert

The Coeur d’Alene Symphony Orchestra played to dedicated concert lovers Labor Day, despite the downpour at the Rotary Club Bandshell in City Park. Tents and umbrellas peppered the park so supporters could enjoy the show.

Speaker McCarthy directs a House panel to open an impeachment inquiry into President Biden

'Yhese are allegations of abuse of power, obstruction and corruption, and they warrant further investigation by the House of Representatives'

Margaret L. Banks, 74

Margaret Louise Banks, 74, of Osburn, Idaho, beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on September 9, 2023, at Kootenai Health in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.

Idaho gas prices plateau, for now

Pain at the pump continues for Idaho drives as the average price for a gallon of regular sits just one cent below the high for the year, according to AAA.

Chip Shots Sept. 12, 2023

Scores, results, news from area golf courses.

Shoshone County jail bookings

Arrests and bookings for Shoshone County jail

MY TURN: Thank you to Cd'A Basin community

Just a note to say thank you to the Coeur d’Alene Basin Community for the opportunity I have had to serve them as Executive Director of the Coeur d'Alene Basin Environmental Improvement Project Commission (BEIPC). When I retired from federal service in 2002 from the Bush Administration in Washington, D.C., and returned home to North Idaho, I did not realize what was in store for me. I knew I would be building our retirement home in Kootenai County on land we had owned for years.

Do I know you?

When prescient science fiction and reality start to blend, it really makes you think.

Julie M. Bucho, 97

Julie M. Bucho, 97 and a half, of Smelterville, Idaho, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother passed away Sept. 7, 2023, at Shoshone Medical Center in Kellogg, Idaho.

Silver Valley Sports Recap: Sept. 4-10

Wallace Volleyball remains undefeated; Kellogg Volleyball gets big win in Clarkston; Mullan Football still kings of the NSL.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

What is the most musical part of the chicken?

Legals for September, 12 2023

Searching for a cure

Michael J. Fox Foundation reps share Parkinson's disease insight, updates

New treatments, innovative drugs and a wellspring of possibilities are on the horizon for people living with Parkinson's disease. Most importantly, there is hope. Representatives of the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research shared that message of hope with well over 230 people Thursday during a presentation at the Red Lion Hotel Templin's on the River in Post Falls.

No fires, only smiles

Fire Station open house scheduled near 9/11 for a reason

Even as the sound of children laughing filled the air Saturday at Coeur d’Alene Fire Station 3, local first responders and community members felt a weight that becomes heavier at this time of year.

Where there are fish, there are tales

Nonprofit C.A.S.T. presents special day for kids

Volunteers hoped to give kids a time of their lives at the Catch a Special Thrill, or C.A.S.T., one-day fishing event Sunday in Q’emiln Park.

It's another active tropical storm and hurricane season

We’ve reached the peak of the tropical storm and hurricane season and it’s already going to be another memorable year.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

Why do dogs like conjunctions?

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: The aftermath of all that excitement in Pullman

LOOK, THE game-day experience in Pullman is second to none in the Inland Northwest.

Vandals dominate Nevada in Reno

Idaho is off to its first 2-0 start since the 1998 season, one which ended with the Vandals first of three Humanitarian Bowl victories. It marked Idaho’s biggest win over Nevada in Reno, and first over the Wolf Pack since 1999.

PREP ROUNDUP: Carlino's goal lifts Post Falls boys past Lewiston

Lakeland volleyball finishes second at Freeman Rip-A-Shot Tournament.

PREP CROSS COUNTRY: Coeur d'Alene boys win big at Farragut

Coeur d'Alene won with 33 points, followed by Lewis & Clark of Spokane with 113.

School attendance remains flat in Kootenai County

School districts won't pursue emergency levies

The Coeur d'Alene, Post Falls and Lakeland Joint school districts will not pursue emergency levies this school year. "We are not seeing tremendous growth over our numbers at the beginning of the year," Lakeland Superintendent Lisa Arnold told The Press via email Friday. "However, even if we had, I would not have recommended an emergency levy to the board. Our patrons just passed the supplemental and plant facility levies. We would not have added to that tax burden."

A legacy of big block Chevrolets

Family prepares for auction of late father's extensive collection of muscle-era cars and parts

Rick Langlitz worked tirelessly Thursday, to finalize the details of his father’s estate. “I’ve lived here for 27 years. I just didn’t know the volume,” he said. It’s work he’s been doing since February with his two younger brothers, older sister, her husband, nephews, cousins and grandchildren. “There’s 117 cars here that are in various stages of disrepair, and there’s no way that a single person could restore them in their lifetime,” Rick Langlitz's sister Michelle Johnson said.

Welcoming the Class of 2027

Freshmen at Lake City High School receive school tours, mentors, play games for orientation

9/11 Memorial Ceremony Monday in Cd'A

Citizens are invited to a 9/11 memorial ceremony at 11 a.m. Monday at the Silver Lake Mall in Coeur d’Alene.

TownPlace Suites by Marriott Hotels to open in November

The TownPlace Suites by Marriott Hotels will open about the end of November where the Outback Steakhouse restaurant was in Northwood Center Court southeast of the intersection of Interstate 90 and Northwest Boulevard.

How does a Pour-Over Will work?

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.

The secret of your success

In Aesop's fable about the goose and the golden egg, the farmer visits his goose's nest one day and finds a golden egg. Morning after morning, he collects a solid gold egg from the goose and becomes very rich. One day, hoping to get all his goose's gold at once, he killed the goose, only to discover the goose was empty.

John Ryan, 82

John Maurice Ryan, 82, passed away August 10, 2023, on Coeur d Alene Lake. He died doing what he loved: catching the wind in his sails and enjoying the outdoors.

Billie and Armand French, 80, 84

Billie Lee French (80) 1943-2023 and Armand Francis French (84) 1938-2023.

GRATITUDE: For Sen. Risch’s staff

I would like to thank Charles Adams with Sen. Risch’s Washington, D.C., office and Elizabeth Coppess with Sen. Risch’s Coeur d’Alene office for helping me with Social Security problems that stretched to 13 long months and no end in sight.

CDA: You can have it

I give up and will move back to San Francisco this week. I sold my home in S.F. for a little over $800,000 and moved to Coeur d’Alene during the COVID epidemic during the winter. I rented an apartment near the Kroc Center to be able to use the gym.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

Most people can’t tell the difference between entomology and etymology.

HUCKLEBERRIES: Awakened to the dangers of white supremacy

1986 bombings led to bipartisan fight against racism and violence

I missed the commotion that day. And it has bugged me since.

Norman Baker, 79

Norman Lee Baker, 79, of Post Falls, Idaho, passed away Sunday, August 20, 2023, at the Schneidmiller Hospice House, Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.

PRIMARIES: Should be closed

One potential pitfall of the open primary system is that it enables party crashing. Party crashing is a form of political sabotage that occurs when members of one political party take part in the primary of the opposing party for the express purpose of supporting the candidate they feel will be easier to defeat in the general election (classroom.synonym.com).

USA: Some items missing from list

In response to USA: More than one disruptive man, I felt compelled to point out a few items that were missing: Did you ever think an American president would work so hard to destroy the very fabric upon which this nation was built?

Leadership Coeur d'Alene: Visionary leadership for our businesses and community

Leadership Coeur d’Alene is a year-long program at the Coeur d’Alene Regional Chamber that delivers exclusive access to community leaders from a wide variety of key industries that make our beautiful community unique. Program speakers share history of their respective industries in our region, big goals and challenges, as well as strategic direction for their future. Class participants also benefit from interactive tours, exercises, and case studies from recent real-world scenarios, creating a unique, in-depth immersion into North Idaho’s industry, community and culture.

EDITORIAL: Citizens win in Press court victory over NIC

Actions shed light on the public's business, which was hidden

Get ready for the Book of Lists

We are introducing something new and exciting for the North Idaho business community

We are excited to announce the launch of the inaugural North Idaho Business Journal Book of Lists. Scheduled for publication in December 2023, this first-of-its-kind resource will become an annual touchstone for our diverse and thriving business community.

PREP FOOTBALL: Post Falls, Lake City fall

“I was really pleased with how we battled and gave ourselves a chance,” Post Falls coach Blaine Bennett said. “We were in right until the end, but it seemed like we were a score behind the entire second half.”

THE FRONT ROW with JASON ELLIOTT: Back home as Lakeland baseball coach

“We’re going to see what we come up with,” Bevacqua said. “I know some of the kids from football, but it’s going to be getting to know them in a different scenario. It’s kind of like having a blind date in the sports world.”

PREP ROUNDUP: Lakeland, Post Falls square off in match play event

Results from Friday's prep golf and soccer matches.

CLN to break from ALA, continues policy work

Community Library Network Director Alexa Eccles read an overview of censorship as provided by the Idaho Commission on Libraries as she and the board of trustees held a special meeting Friday morning. "Censorship is the suppression of ideas and information that certain persons, individuals, groups or government officials find objectionable or dangerous," she read. "It is no more complicated than saying, 'Don't let anyone read this book or buy that magazine or view that film because I object to it."

Celebrating the humanities

Daniel James Brown delivers 18th annual North Idaho Distinguished Humanities Lecture

In the wake of the Dec. 7, 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor, young American men were called to action to enlist in the military to protect their country. Daniel James Brown, author of a true story of a rowing team that competed at the 1936 Berlin Olympics, "The Boys in the Boat," captured another true tale of heroism in "Facing the Mountain," which tells the stories of young Japanese-American heroes whose lives at home and on the battlefield were forever changed following that Day of Infamy.

Breaking the Ice: How the Frontier Girls Hockey League is empowering a new generation in the Inland Northwest

The icy wind cuts across the rink, but the girls on the ice are undeterred. They skate with purpose, each stride stronger than the last. For the first time, they are not the only girls on the ice. They are not the token female players on a boys’ team. They are part of the Frontier Girls Hockey League, and they are making history.

NIC receives $1.2 million in grants for career, technical programs

North Idaho College was awarded $1,267,307 from the Idaho Division of Career and Technical Education’s Leading Idaho 2.0 grant program. The one-time funding will be used to purchase new equipment for programs that lead to in-demand jobs.

MY TURN: Maybe the 'bad guys' are really the 'good guys'

Rumors and misinformation often align with group affiliations. Zeke Winchestor’s letter may be an example. He says the bad guys on the board at NIC are ‘the majority’ because they hired the wrong attorney. Newcomers unfamiliar with the backstory can get up to speed by reading “My Turn, Saving NIC from Its Friends" by Art Macomber, dated Nov. 1, 2022.

Vandals eye a payout — and a win?

“The message in these games is, we’re going to play aggressive, going to play to win,” Eck said. “Not try to keep it respectable, but go for the win. I think you have to take some chances and be aggressive to pull off the upset.”

The Exhausted Dad: Be our guest… after a purge and deep, deep clean

Visitors provide motivation for long-ignored home projects.

School and Senior Meals

School and Senior Meals: Sept. 11-15

Don’t miss planting garlic this fall

Fall is in the air and soon we’ll be putting our gardens to bed for the winter. But there is still one more vegetable that you could, and should, plant this fall: garlic. Next to home-grown tomatoes, nothing compares to the pungent taste of home-grown garlic. Once you experience just how incredibly fresh and juicy homegrown garlic tastes, you’ll never want to buy garlic from the grocery store again.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

Sometimes I just can't stand bad jokes.

Richard Alan Whiteacre, 76

Created in Texas, born in California, and found peace in Idaho, Rick lost his battle with cancer on September 6, 2023, and has joined his loved ones in heaven.

This car will help others go far

Local couple donates to Rides for a Reason

The much-loved 1995 Acura Integra that carried Paul and Tiffany Kugler's firstborn home from the hospital will go on to serve another local family.

MY TURN: Mammoths and Extinct Megafaunas: Climate change or man

Mammoths were not the only megafauna that went extinct at the end of the Great Ice Age (Pleistocene). Hundreds of large mammal species disappeared, including mastodons, woolly mammoths, woolly rhinoceros, Irish elk (giant deer), cave bears, cave lions, dire wolves, saber-tooth tigers, giant short-faced bears, camels (12’ at shoulders), giant sloths, giant beavers (9’ long), Teratorn birds (wingspan to 28’)…

Wagner announces candidacy for Post Falls school board

Paul R. Wagner announced his candidacy Tuesday for the Post Falls school board.

First-time alpaca ownership: Preparing their new home

Buying and raising alpacas can be alluring, yet prospective owners should make special living preparations that will keep these fleece animals comfortable when they reach their new home.

Ranking Adam Sandler’s Netflix output, including ‘Bat Mitzvah’

At the start of Adam Sandler’s long-running deal with Netflix, many (me included) criticized the actor for making too many lazy, unfunny comedies. His first Netflix effort, Western spoof, “The Ridiculous 6,” made for such an easy target.

James Steele Sanders III, 83

James Steele Sanders III, “Big Jim”, went to join our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on August 16, 2023, at the age of 83.

FAST FIVE: T.J. Ross tells the tales of wild Idaho

Meet T.J. Ross, the regional communications manager for Idaho Fish and Game in the Panhandle Region. T.J. has been with the department since 2012, and he thoroughly enjoys working for the people of Idaho; he is honored to live and work in such an incredible state. When asked what he does for Fish and Game, he says he tells the stories of Fish and Game – what they do, why they do it and how it benefits people who hunt, fish and trap in Idaho.

Legals for September, 9 2023

Candidates file for November races

Candidates in elections throughout Kootenai County are off to the races.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Seahawks need help, luck to navigate brutal schedule

If this Seattle team wins 10 games, it’s a damn juggernaut.

Gridiron Guesses: You take even the small victories when you can

As for the picks, Josh McDonald went 6-2, and is 16-5 overall. Mark Nelke went 5-3 and is 14-7, and Jason Elliott went 5-3 and is 13-8.

PREP VOLLEYBALL: Lakeland tops Lake City in four

“We served tough tonight and came away with some aces at key moments,” Lakeland coach Kelsie Badger said. “Layla Benson had a great night and brought a lot of energy to the court by making some big plays when we needed the momentum. Alexis and Addy were very scrappy and picked up some tough hits. Ziya and Ashleigh (Feld) were aggressive at the net and made some key plays.”

PREP SOCCER: T-Wolves Dodge upset bid by Sandpoint

Results from Thursday's prep soccer matches.

Northwest Notes Sept. 8, 2023

Gove wins PNW Senior PGA Championship; Bomar also qualifies for national senior championship

Three North Idaho senators oppose special session

Senate awaits House action on consolidated presidential primary

Special session gains momentum

Coming in loud and clear

City considering amendments to toughen noise ordinance

Residents say traffic noise getting louder

Shoshone County commissioners approve budget

Plan includes 3% increase in property tax revenue and use of foregone taxes

The Shoshone Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) unanimously approved a $17.7 million county budget for the 2023/24 fiscal year – but it will not be the last we hear of the much-maligned financial plan.

ITD won't lower speed limits in Shoshone work zones

From the bottom of Fourth of July Pass to the Idaho/Montana border there are four different construction zones along Interstate 90 where traffic is reduced to single lanes in each direction. The speed limits through these zones have become a topic of much debate as many feel that 65 miles per hour is simply too fast.

Weekend TV/Radio highlights

Television, radio and streaming highlights for upcoming weekend.

Lessons learned at 'Senior Sunrise'

LCHS students gather for annual bonding to begin school year

Students enjoys sunrise

Japanese Taiko drummer to perform in Cd'A

Award winning Japanese Taiko drummer Takumi Kato will be performing in a free-will donation concert at 6 p.m. Sept. 22, at Music Conservatory, 627 Government Way, Coeur d’Alene.

Marty and Max: How To Ensure You Are Insured

Home values and building costs are rising. How can I ensure my home is protected so if my home burned to the ground I can afford to rebuild?

Noah Vonne to perform at Cruisers

Noah Vonne will launch a new single and video, the groove-heavy rocker “To Do’s,” a song she wrote in Los Angeles with Cameron Olsen from alt-rock band Weathers.

EDITORIAL: Pay attention to your taxpayer investments

Movement to pay police extra to use them growing across country

Frank James Manning, 82

Frank James Manning (82) of Hayden, Idaho passed away on August 22nd, 2023 after his battle with cancer.

COVID-19: Ginorio expressed ‘liberty and logic’

Sigh. So, in spite of the facts presented by numerous physicians, including Dr. Fauci about the ineffectiveness of masking against COVID, Ms. Mattoon seeks to go after Mr. Ginorio. The truth is out there, madam. It has been manifested through numerous scientific studies ever since this whole Scamdemic started.

NIC: More than just a college

Where is the outrage? Even if you have never attended North Idaho College or don’t expect to ever have kids attending, you should be outraged over the three majority board members who continue to drive it into the ground. Recognize that NIC is vital to your quality of life and economic prosperity even if you will never take a class there.

OPINION: Leadership choices as bad as they can get

Idaho Congressman Russ Fulcher is a self-described optimist, but he has trouble putting a smiley face to what he’s seeing on the national level.

Addressing mental health needs a must in the Silver Valley

A look into Shoshone County's mental health assessment and future resources

Exhibition ties in ‘awareness, education, love, community’

A new exhibition in Kellogg features artwork by local queer artists and allies

Burn permits available in Shoshone County

The Shoshone County Fire Chief’s Association has determined it is time to move the fire danger from HIGH to MODERATE for the local areas. With the move, they are also announcing that fire safety burn permits for small yard debris piles and burn barrels are available for issue.

Jazz tribute at the JACC

The Jacklin Arts and Cultural Center will welcome David Larsen and Kate Skinner back for a tribute concert to Nancy Wilson and Cannonball Adderly at 7 p.m. Sept. 16 at the JACC, 405 N. William St., Post Falls.

OPINION: Fact check

"The mission of the Kootenai County Republican Central Committee (KCRCC) is to enhance freedom and prosperity by promoting fiscally and socially conservative candidates who will implement the Idaho Republican Party Platform as policy." — KCRCC Mission Statement

OPINION: Legislature atmosphere

In the 1980s, I had the honor of serving as an Idaho State Representative. It was truly an honor. I gained some lifelong friends and learned much about our diverse state and issues most important to its regions. I learned about the importance of water to the farmers in the Snake River Plain, for example. I learned that many of the residents of southern and southeastern Idaho thought McCall was in North Idaho.

Fire department open house on Saturday

Visit firefighters today

Donita Day, 83

It is with heavy hearts that we share that we've lost our dear mother, Donita G. Day.

USA: More than ‘one disruptive man’

Please think about the USA before an autocratic hopeful-to-be-dictator came upon our political scene.

COACHES: Teach mental skills as well

Students return to school soon. Fall sports begin, and millions of kids nationwide will be participating in fall sports programs. Coaches are busy teaching and refining multiple athletic skills necessary for their athletes to succeed in competition.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

I had to take my clock to the vet.

Shoshone County jail bookings

Bookings and arrests at the Shoshone County jail

Movers & Shakers

Movers & Shakers

PF teachers to receive 3% raises

Negotiations complete, will also include increases for certified staff

It took seven sessions and several months, but the Post Falls School District and the Post Falls Education Association have come to an agreement on teacher contracts for the 2023-2024 school year. Certified employees will receive a 3% pay raise and a $1,000 stipend in their November paychecks. Although they cannot be negotiated for under State law, classified staff also will receive pay increases to help the district stay competitive with surrounding districts and market conditions.

Coeur d' Fondo ready to roll

Fondo time wheely close

Legals for September, 8 2023

Maui beckons tourists, and their dollars, to stave off economic disaster after wildfires

One of Maui's most venerable restaurants, Hali'imaile General Store, laid off about 30 workers

Biden administration cancels remaining oil and gas leases in Alaska's Arctic Refuge

Alaska's Republican governor condemned Biden's moves and threatened to sue

King Charles III shows his reign will be more about evolution than revolution after year on the job

Charles has focused on building bridges at home and abroad as he embraces the role of diplomat-in-chief

Phoenix on track to set another heat record, this time for most daily highs at or above 110 degrees

The desert city set a record in July with a 31-day streak of highs at or above 110 degrees. The previous record was 18 straight days, set in 1974

Grizzly bear blamed for fatal Montana mauling and Idaho attack is killed after breaking into a house

Both encounters with people were believed to have been defensive responses by the bear, officials said.

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: North Idaho schools not in favor of new classification enrollment numbers

So under the current system, the numbers aren’t going to favor Coeur d’Alene, Lake City and Post Falls getting even an additional half-berth to state, even if their level of play might warrant it.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Sports and streaming coming soon to your television

If money is available in the Pac-12 coffers (along with NCAA basketball units, College Football Playoff cash and a deal with the Rose Bowl that’s still in effect), the Cougs and Beavers could easily play two seasons as “de facto independents,” and then invite the schools they choose into the Pac-12 for the 2026-27 season.

PREP ROUNDUP: Simpson shoots Timberlake to win

Results from Wednesday's prep soccer and volleyball matches.

NIC SOCCER: Cardinal women notch win in conference opener

Cardinal men and women return home to face Wenatchee Valley next Wednesday.

North Idaho College appeals Swayne’s reinstatement

North Idaho College has appealed to the Idaho Supreme Court over a Kootenai County judge’s decision to reinstate NIC President Nick Swayne.

A red-kokanee day

Photographers gather at Hayden Lake for short window to capture osprey snaring spawning fish

Osprey see red in Hayden Lake

NIC trustees debate board policies

Ahead of a required update to North Idaho College’s accreditor, four trustees met Wednesday for a special meeting where they debated proposed changes to board policies.

West Bonner trustees schedule, cancel another meeting

Despite court order, outgoing board chair signs superintendent's contract

Recently ousted West Bonner trustees Keith Rutledge and Susan Brown planned to enter the district into contractual or financial obligations just hours before their recall takes effect, which could defy a District Court ruling.

Water woes in Harrison

Residents experiencing discoloration, air in drinking water

Residents in Harrison are experiencing discoloration and air in their water, prompting city staff to conduct increased water testing. One resident has also reported a strong chlorine smell coming from the water.

Michele Valentine, 97

Michele Noemie Valentine was born on May 26th, 1926, to Henri and Edith Migeon in Saint Jean D' Angely, France.

Gauge Allen Howell, 15

February 5, 2008, will forever go down in history as one of the greatest days on this earth. On that day Gauge Allen Howell was born to the luckiest parents in the world, Chad and Amy Howell. Gauge was raised in North Idaho for his short 15 years.

Breaking ties with American Library Association on CLN agenda

Library network trustees to meet from 9 a.m to noon in Harrison

Disaffiliating with the American Library Association, the materials selection policy and procedural matters are on the Friday agenda for a special meeting of the Community Library Network's board of trustees.

C.A.S.T. for Kids seeks volunteers

Kootenai County Kids will Catch a Special Thrill at a North Idaho CAST event, and organizers are seeking volunteers to participate in the fishing adventure.

Grizzly killed in self defense

Two archery hunters shot and killed a large adult male grizzly bear in self-defense while hunting for elk west of Island Park Reservoir the evening of Sept. 1.

Athol approves 2024 budget

City set to spend fraction of 2023 budget

The City of Athol’s annual budget will drop from nearly $4.5 million in 2023 to just over $1 million for 2024.

Grizzlies euthanized after becoming 'food-conditioned' by humans

The Idaho Department of Fish and Game trapped and euthanized two, 1 ½ year old grizzly bears after consulting with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, on Aug. 31 in the Squirrel area east of Ashton in eastern Idaho.

Still summer, but dreaming of 'Winter Lights'

Event aims to add displays to downtown

'Winter Lights' coming to CDA

Today's Ghastly Groaner

My wife told me, "Buy a gallon of milk and if they have eggs, buy me a dozen."

10 tips for hunters during fire season

Being mindful of outdoor activities can help reduce risk of wildfire.

Gretchen Gardner, 75

Gretchen Norma (Ogden) Gardner, 75, died on Wednesday, August 30th, surrounded by her children and grandchildren at Kootenai Medical Center in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.

Lois M. Bloomenfeld, 93

Lois Greenberg Bloomenfeld (Nov, 8, 1929 — Aug, 15, 2023)

Fish, fires and the fallout

In recent years, large wildfires in Idaho seem to be synonymous with summer. These uncontrolled fires can burn large swaths of forested land, oftentimes on steep slopes leading to river and stream drainages.

Legals for September, 7 2023

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Perhaps a mix between robot and real umps is best

If I had to bet on how MLB makes its first move to address the ball-strike issue (which someday might be named for Angel Hernandez), it would be to keep human umps on the case full-time — while introducing a challenge system.

PREP ROUNDUP: Post Falls tops Cd'A in four

Results from Tuesday's prep volleyball and prep soccer matches.

Youth Sports Sept. 6, 2023

JV golf, rodeo and more ...

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Qwincy Hall, Lakeside High School

Lakeside High senior Qwincy Hall is this week's Knudtsen Chevrolet Press Athlete of the Week.

High school HVAC back on track

$2.9 million project completed in time for first day of school

Heating, ventilation and air conditioning issues that have plagued Coeur d'Alene High School for a decade have been fixed.

Back-to-school apples for teachers

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Cd'A approves $130M budget

Financial plan includes budget increase through property taxes, use of fund balance

City OKs budget plan

'Incurable' horse thrives at Survivors Rescue

Dawn Dempsey dedicates many of her days to answering calls about horses who need rescuing, cleaning out stalls, and rehabilitating animals others consider hopeless.

Idaho high school football media poll Sept. 6, 2023

How the state's media voted this week.

Sex offender arrested at North Idaho State Fair

Cd'A man was working at carnival

Man arrested at fair

Northwest Notes Sept. 6, 2023

Lakeland to honor hall of fame class this weekend.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Wakeful slumber

After a hard day at work, home or play, you go to bed, heart set on having a good night’s sleep. Then you lay there, wide awake, or semi-awake, mind going a mile a minute. You look at the clock — an hour has gone by. You toss and turn, trying to find that magical position that will allow you to drop into a restful slumber, but it alludes you. Maybe another hour or two has passed. You either stick it out, desperate to eke out the remaining hours you have before you’re required to get up. Or, maybe you get up and do something mundane, hoping boredom will take over and you can sink into the last of your bed time hours.

OPINION: Students call for attention to environmental issues

Since 1881, the Coeur d’Alene Public School District has been providing high quality education to members of the larger Kootenai County area. The district has understood that education must be adaptable; when significant events occur, education undergoes changes. We update our curriculum to ensure that students comprehend pertinent current affairs, equipping them for their inevitable entry into the workforce and their lives at large.

OPINION: Mission field politics

A few years ago, I did an experiment. I had 10 people review different policies about key issues facing our state. There was one condition — they couldn’t see who the legislation was written by. Interestingly, most people preferred the same bills. Once completed, I shared which legislator wrote them. Participants were surprised they voted for something submitted by “that person.” I ran the same experiment but allowed participants to see who drafted the bill. Sadly, almost no one agreed on a single bill.

OPINION: No more educational chaos, please

Chaos might be fun for a while, but North Idaho has had enough. As Kootenai County kids go back to school, we are all ready for normalcy, consistency, and routine. Recent events at both North Idaho College and the West Bonner School District teach us valuable lessons about how fed up people are with bad governance and administrative chaos.

Volunteers wanted for Tax-Aide team

Opportunity to help low-income taxpayers

More than 3,700 low- to moderate-income taxpayers in Kootenai and Shoshone counties received help last year in completing and e-filing their federal and state tax returns.

Should your trust be revocable?

While trusts are not necessary for all my clients, many of them are interested in avoiding probate and after exploring all the options find that a trust will be the best way to do that. A common question comes up once a client decides to use a trust: Should the trust be revocable or irrevocable? There is a lot of confusion out there about the difference between a revocable and an irrevocable trust. Let’s look at the differences and discover why for most people, a revocable trust is the way to go.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

How do you get an astronaut's baby to sleep?

Precious cargo in big yellow buses

Here’s a collective Good Sport Award to the hundreds of kids, from kindergartners to seniors in high school, who let their parents take first day of school photos Tuesday to document history and to post on Facebook.

Daryl Ann Kyle, 76

Beloved by all who knew her, Daryl Ann (Hatch) Kyle, 76, passed away unexpectedly on August 28, 2023, from undiagnosed leukemia.

WBCSD special meeting prompts concern

A special West Bonner school board meeting set for Wednesday is drawing community concerns as well as that of an attorney representing two Bonner County voters granted a restraining order prohibiting the board from making any decisions that bind the board financially or contractually.

Idaho ranks high for degree value, among best for grads overall

A new study has ranked Idaho fifth in the nation for higher education degree value and second best state for graduates overall.

Free resilience training Sept. 15, 16 at NIC

The Strengthening Families Coalition will provide free resilience training at North Idaho College from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 15 and from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept 16.

Post Falls Community Forest reopens to public

Area directly affected by fire to remain closed through winter

The majority of the Post Falls Community Forest is back open to the public after being closed by the Parkway Fire that burned about 80 acres after igniting Aug. 4. The city of Post Falls said in a Tuesday news release that keeping the community safe is a top priority as the forest reopens.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Heel pain have you down?

If you experience pain on the bottom of your foot, especially while walking, you may have plantar fasciitis. In this article, I want to shine a light on how Cold Laser Therapy or Low Level Light Therapy can not only alleviate foot pain but will help get you back on your feet.

WATER USE: Rental property owners pay high price

I find it very interesting in this article (“Five Billion Gallons and Counting”) in Tuesdays paper that Terry Pickel, the director of the city’s water department stated that 75% of the water consumption during the summer months is going for irrigation. Maybe someone in the city administration should look into the fact that taxpaying residents owning triplexes and above rental units are being charged exorbitant rates for their sewer service, since your water usage is tied to sewage usage.

GINORIO: Position doesn’t recognize history

Ralph K. Ginorio is an educator in Coeur d’Alene and a former columnist for this paper. In a recent Letter to the Editor, Ginorio condemned government efforts to control the spread of COVID-19 as a “regime of restricted freedom” based on “propaganda and censorship.”

HAYDEN: What about the other neighborhoods?

To the Hayden City Council, attention to Roger Saterfield. You want the city to buy the property in your neighborhood because you don’t want to see a bunch of houses built there?

OPEN PRIMARIES: Will make Idaho greater

I was disheartened to see a recent letter raising the disproven boogeyman of “Idaho will become California” regarding open primaries. Opening the primaries will only serve to break the strangle lock of extremist elements on Idaho’s governing bodies. It will allow the best person for the job instead of the person who fits with the most extreme points of view.

William 'Dr. Bill' Inman, 71

William L. Inman DVM, BS, CVCP, 71

NIC to host poet Laura Read

Reading and book signing are open to the public

The North Idaho College Writing Center’s visiting writer series is set to host author Laura Read at noon Wednesday, Sept. 13 at the Writing Center in the Lee Hall Annex at NIC’s Coeur d’Alene campus.

EDITORIAL: Open Meetings violator should know better

AG sues Ed Board for allegedly violating law he violated

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Harvest 2023 is underway

The 2023 wine grape harvest in the Western US has officially started, and while there are some small challenges, they are small and picking is progressing smoothly so far. This is the time of year when emotions run high, especially for winemakers and grape growers. No matter how good the growing season has been so far this is when much can go wrong. The grapes have gone through verasion making their skins porous to everything from rain water to smoke. Canopy management is also key once we get to September. The urge is to cut back the canopy of leaves that overhang the fruit to spur further ripening with the more angled sunlight late in the summer. It comes with risk though, if you get too aggressive in the cutting of leaves you can leave the bundles of grapes exposed to sun burn and raisining if temperature spike.

Legals for September, 6 2023

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: 'If we couldn’t laugh, we would all go insane'

Jimmy died last Friday after 76 years of living the life you heard in his music. In a lot of ways, I’ve followed a similar trail and many of the themes you’d find in his lyrics — without, ah, being a billionaire, flying a seaplane or owning a home in the Caribbean. Or even wasting away in Margaritaville.

Longtime mayor is not seeking reelection

Vic Holmes won't be on the ballot this year

Longtime Rathdrum Mayor Vic Holmes will not run for reelection this November.

Rallying around the Cd'A River

Annual cleanup a success

Aboard the SS Tired, volunteers hauled more than 1,500 pounds of tires, tarps and other car parts from the North Fork of the Coeur d'Alene River on Aug. 26.

Stair climb honors lives lost on 9/11

Wallace event raises funds for Idaho first responders killed or injured in line of duty

The local 9/11 stair climb initially was a private matter for firefighters in the Shoshone Fire District No. 1 wishing to honor their counterparts in the 2001 attacks on Sept. 11, but in the seven years since its local start, it has become an event open to everyone. Shoshone County District No. 1 Fire Chief John Miller said he is hoping for the climb to return to pre-COVID previous numbers of participants and observers.

Ridge Creek Fire fight winding down

Firefighters are holding the Ridge Creek Fire at 51% contained with 4,474 acres burned.

Maverik gas station groundbreaking on the horizon

It has been a long process to get a county-owned property at the intersection of Airport Road and Commerce Drive ready to become a Maverik gas station, but according to Smelterville Mayor Tom Benson, groundbreaking is only weeks away.

Chip Shots Sept. 5, 2023

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

Bridge over St. Joe River repaired

A bridge over the St. Joe River required emergency repairs last month.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

Dear algebra, stop asking us to fix your X.

Charline Louise Tillotson, 80

Charline Louise Tillotson, 80, of Post Falls, Idaho unexpectedly passed away on July 29, 2023.

Find yourself in a pickle

The sport was invented in 1965 in nearby Washington State and is a cross between ping pong, tennis, and badminton. Named after one of the founders’ dogs, Pickles, the sport has rapidly grown over the years and is now being played in parks, fitness centers, and gymnasiums across the county.

Don't say it again, MLP

Your ever-so-humble Mrs. Language Person was a stellar typist on those lovely old click-and-stick machines, yet now her arthritic old fingers slip on accursed little laptops.

Silver Valley Sports Recap: Aug 28 - Sept. 3

Local teams back in action

Legals for September, 5 2023

NIC WOMEN'S SOCCER: Cards step up, fall to NJCAA Western Wyoming

NIC (4-2-0) opens Northwest Athletic Conference play at Blue Mountain of Pendleton, Ore., on Wednesday.

USS Idaho on the way

Christening is planned for late this year or early next

For the first time in nearly 100 years, Idaho will have a naval vessel named after it.

Little parade, big smiles

When Spirit Lake residents lovingly describe the city’s Labor Day parade as the world’s shortest, they’re not kidding.

Festival at Sandpoint opens poster competition

Taking applications until February 2024

The Festival at Sandpoint’s 2024 fine arts poster contest is now open to artists of all ages to create the next winning poster.

Will the upcoming fall turn wet?

September is here and so was a change in our weather pattern. Much-needed rain returned to the region last week as we entered the “full moon” lunar phase.

Highlighting the Idaho Women Veterans Medallion

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Today's Ghastly Groaner

Why did the electrician stay home on Labor Day?

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Commish on the state of the Big Sky

Before all hell broke loose in college sports, Big Sky Conference commissioner Tom Wistrcill stood in the hallway of a casino in Airway Heights, Wash., in mid-July and provided a “state of the conference” of sorts to a handful of reporters.

When Vandals visit Coeur d'Alene ...

The Vandal fundraising event was Aug. 17 in Coeur d'Alene.

NIC VOLLEYBALL: Cardinals improve to 8-1 heading into conference play

North Idaho College swept Edmonds, a NWAC playoff team last year, 25-23, 25-19, 25-11, then beat South Puget Sound 25-16, 25-15, 25-21, on Saturday to cap a 3-1 weekend at the Coach G Memorial Invitational at Columbia Basin College.

Crash for Cash: It's a smash

Demolition derby a star event at Paul Bunyan Days

It was hard to tell which was louder: the roar of the crowd, the roar of the engines or the crunch of each smash as drivers crashed for cash. "Just crash,” Scott Main of St. Maries said Saturday, explaining the allure of a demolition derby.

Helping students succeed now and in the future

Cd'A conference attracts educators from North Idaho and beyond

It is no longer enough for a student to simply graduate from high school, according to author, presenter and professional learning communities practitioner Mike Mattos. "That diploma has to represent more than time served, credits earned, points acquired," Mike Mattos said Tuesday morning. "It's got to represent the skills and knowledge needed to continue to learn." Mattos, author of "Professional Learning Communities at Work and High-Reliability Schools," spoke to about 900 educators, many from North Idaho and about 200 from other districts and states, as he delivered the opening keynote speech at the Professional Learning Communities at Work conference at Lake City High School.

North Idaho Eye Institute expands in Post Falls

Expanding from six exam lanes to 18 when it moves from 1110 Polston Ave., North Idaho Eye Institute will soon open in the building that formerly was Teton House Restaurant at 1901 E. Seltice in Post Falls.

Preserving our beautiful natural resources

Reserve your seats for the September Upbeat Breakfast

The area’s ecosystems provide essential services that support human well-being, from clean air and water to food production and climate regulation.

PREP VOLLEYBALL: Wallace sweeps at tri-match

Wallace (4-0) plays host to Clark Fork on Tuesday.

HUCKLEBERRIES: Gentle giants

Local football legends Joe Tofflemire and Rollin Putzier are gone, but not forgotten

A Coeur d’Alene Press sportswriter once described them as “teenage office buildings.”

IDAHO POLITICS: Shift has changed landscape

Living in Coeur d'Alene for 60 years, I have seen a major shift in Idaho politics.

EDITORIAL: Biased against conservatives

After reading your editorial in Sunday's paper, your comments have stooped so low they are dragging in the mud.

LAW: Government counsel, gas, it's all the same

I noticed that Mr. Colton Boyles has recently been hired to represent not only the Community Library Network board but also the NIC board.

SMALL-TOWN FLAVOR: Thing of the past

With the influx of new transplants from you know where, we have seen over the past 40-plus years, the demise of the small-town flavor of the North Idaho communities.

Northwest Notes Sept. 3, 2023

News on Coeur d'Alene American Legion baseball, and Gonzaga basketball.

Robert Kirts, 80

Robert L. “Bob” Kirts, 80 died August 23, 2023, at St. Maries, Idaho.

EDITORIAL: Bill would boost communities at their core

New legislation has bipartisan support

Roger Alan Kauffman, 79

Roger was a beacon of knowledge and wisdom, who dedicated his life to his family and his career as a Mining Engineer.

A MESS: Of his own making

Donald Trump has dared, taunted, provoked and goaded our Department of Justice to prosecute him from the moment it was learned he had stolen our country's national security documents.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

This morning I saw a person dragging a clam on a leash behind him.

Ellen Marie 'Elmarie' Waterhouse, 103

On August 19, 2023, this world lost one of its greats and Heaven gained a true gem. Ellen Marie “Elmarie” Waterhouse was able to meet Jesus after 103 years here with her loved ones.

OPEN PRIMARIES: Will turn Idaho into California

Please help make Idaho more like California; support open primaries.

The power of friends

I constantly preach about the importance of nurturing your network, but there's one very important element of our networks that often takes a backseat to the business contacts we build. That is our invaluable network of friends.

WATER USAGE: What about the aquifer?

"Five billion gallons and counting!" The headline was alarming, but what does it really mean?

Time to start enjoying those fall colors

Can you believe it's September already? The signs are everywhere. You drive down the street and there they are. Trees and shrubs beginning to sport their autumn colors of red, yellow, orange and rust. They are pretty, no doubt about it, but wouldn't they be just as pretty if they'd waited a while?

Use Power of Attorney documents to keep your family out of guardianship court

Power of Attorney documents are often an afterthought when someone thinks about their estate plan. Wills and Trusts are used to establish the important directions regarding what should happen to one’s assets upon death, and who should oversee carrying out those directions. However, the planning documents that deal with how things will work while you are still alive but have become incapable of making your own decisions are arguably even more important. This is because you will still be alive and still be impacted by how those decisions are made. A quality estate plan should deal with both death, and with incapacity. Power of Attorney documents are the primary way we plan for incapacity, and you should certainly have a Power of Attorney. Actually, you should have two different types of Power of Attorney documents — one for health care purposes and one for financial purposes. Let’s look at why both are necessary for all of us.

A reason to celebrate ... Lake City blanks North Central for Hout's first win as coach at alma mater

Lake City plays Emmett next Friday at 7 p.m. at the Kibbie Dome in Moscow.

Vikings blank Sandpoint

Coeur d’Alene has a bye next week, then plays host to Lakeland on Sept. 15

THE FRONT ROW with JASON ELLIOTT: A home for hockey, now and down the road?

Tickets are available at www.frontiericearena.org, spokanebraves.com or at the door.

PREP ROUNDUP: Lakeland hits one early, runs past Pullman

Results from Friday's prep football and volleyball action.

PREP FOOTBALL: Trojans air it out, improve to 2-0

Post Falls (2-0) travels to Sunnyside, Wash., next Friday.

NIC VOLLEYBALL: Cards go 1-1 in first day at Coach G tourney

Keisel and Hartwig had six kills, Valle 19 digs and Wolfgramm 16 assists for NIC (6-1), which finishes the tournament today against Edmonds and South Puget Sound.

Cd'A employees, city agree to two-year contract

New deal calls for raises, bonus

The Coeur d’Alene City Council recently approved a two-year contract with the Lake City Employees Association. The deal includes cost-of-living raises and a bonus.

Celebrate summer while it lasts

Heat waves in the 90s are likely a thing of the past, but it's not too late to enjoy a last bit of summer weather before things turn cooler again.

Canceled by court order

Injunction prohibits WBCSD from making changes until recall is official

A controversial special West Bonner County School District board meeting was canceled Friday afternoon after a judge granted a restraining order sought by two Bonner County voters. The order prohibits the district from making any changes to the school board or authority granted to Superintendent Branden Durst until the recall of board chair Keith Rutledge and vice chair Susan Brown takes place on Thursday, Sept. 7.

Men charged with forgery

Two men are being held on $100,000 bail after they allegedly conspired to forge a doctor’s signature.

Gun law raises concerns for shooting sports activities

Some fear funding cuts for school programs

Republican lawmakers are concerned that the Biden administration is interpreting last year’s bipartisan gun safety law to cut funding for school archery and hunting programs, though programs themselves say they haven’t been affected.

Summer movie recap: ‘Barbenheimer’ and everything else

While “normal” is no longer an easily definable concept, it seems like the right word for this summer’s box office returns.

John L. Spellman, 81

John L. Spellman (81) of Coeur d’Alene Idaho passed away August 28, 2023, surrounded by his family.

Rathdrum Lions pancake breakfast Monday

The Rathdrum Lions Club will host its annual pancake breakfast from 8-11 a.m. Monday at the Rathdrum Lions Club building, 16114 N. Meyer Road, Rathdrum.

School and Senior Meals

School and Senior Meals: Sept. 4-8

Larry D. Holland, 59

Larry Dean Holland of Post Falls, Idaho passed away on August 25, 2023, after a brief battle with pancreatic cancer.

Roetter running for reelection in Hayden

Matt Roetter will seek reelection to the Hayden City Council in November.

The Exhausted Dad: Families built on Barker-era ‘Price is Right’

Summers and sick days belonged to Bob Barker.

Museum mold mitigation continues

Building could open later this month

Work is continuing at the Post Falls Museum, where crews are mitigating a mold outbreak that was discovered in the basement this spring. "It's always been damp down there because of the way the foundation was built and the way the water line was put into the foundation, the old window wells leaking," Post Falls Historical Society treasurer Cindy Mead said Friday. "This spring everything bloomed and took over."

Containment reaches 51% on Ridge Creek Fire

The Southern Area Incident Management Gold Team contained more than half of the Ridge Creek Fire’s perimeter Friday, and held the destruction at 4,474 acres burned.

MY TURN: Political considerations

Octogenarian Observations 2.0 I want to thank all of you that will take the time to read this through, and think about what is right for our country.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

A 2-year-old was asked what the first three letters of the alphabet were.

FAST FIVE: Back to school with Stefany Bales

Meet Stefany Bales, born and raised across the glorious Rocky Mountain West. Stefany has a Bachelor of Arts in English literature from Elmira College in New York and a Master of Science in a mash-up of cool communications and policy stuff from the University of Idaho - go Vandals!

Sheriff to hold community conversation

Kootenai County Sheriff Robert Norris will host a “Community Conversation with your Sheriff.”

First-time alpaca ownership: What to consider before buying

Cute faces, fluffy bodies, and calm attitudes are among the reasons alpacas have gained popularity as fun and unique pets.

Legals for September, 2 2023

Court order forces board to cancel special meeting

An emergency temporary restraining order was granted late Friday afternoon, barring the West Bonner County School District from making any changes to its board of trustees or its superintendent's authority before the recall of board chair Keith Rutledge and vice chair Susan Brown becomes official next week.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Former WSU coach Walden on how to save what's left of the Pac

It’s likely we’re talking about a striking a deal with Apple and reworking some current ESPN contracts, thus offering both streaming and linear TV broadcasts. Complicated, yes, but doable.

Easy does it — Vandals score game’s first 35 points, cruise past Lamar in opener

Idaho returns to action Sept. 9 at Nevada (0-0).

PREP ROUNDUP: Coeur d'Alene boys hold off Sandpoint

Lakeside football notches North Star League win over Wallace.

Weekend TV/Radio highlights

Television, radio and streaming highlights for upcoming weekend.

Some details of NIC personnel investigation emerge

HR chief resigns

The mystery surrounding a personnel investigation taking place at North Idaho College continues, while another member of the college’s leadership team announced their resignation.

15th Street rebuild pegged at north of $7 million

Council OKs $683K contract for design of north/south arterial

Drivers and cyclists know that 15th Street, from Harrison to Best avenues, can be a rough ride.

Take a breath

Monitor air quality and its effects in loved ones

During the heat of a long fire season, the reds and purples of the rainbow take on a more ominous meaning. Unhealthy air levels are 151 to 200 and are indicated by red. Very unhealthy levels are shown through purple hues when the air quality increases to levels between 201 to 300, and hazardous levels are maroon with air quality levels being 301 to 500. The biggest concern during days filled with smoke is what particles are being left behind in your respiratory system?

219 million gallons of rain falls on Ridge Creek Fire

After millions of gallons of water fell on the Ridge Creek Fire Wednesday, firefighters on the Southern Area Gold Complex Incident Team can look forward to traveling from the front lines soon.

Remembering overdose victims

The North Idaho Alliance of Care gave out NARCAN, key chains and information during an International Overdose Awareness Day memorial, where 381 pairs of shoes represented each of the 381 overdose deaths in Idaho in 2022.

Special NIC meeting set for Sept. 6

North Idaho College trustees will convene next week for a special meeting to address board policies.

Shoshone County jail bookings

Arrests and bookings for Shoshone County jail

Navy veteran cycling group stops in Kellogg

Members of the United States Naval Academy Class of 1983 have undertaken a serious challenge in the name of raising funds for various groups that provide support for veterans.

OPINION: If you’re not an ‘extremist,’ you must be a ‘RINO’

When Republican Sen. Tammy Nichols of Middleton reads the words, “far-right extremists,” in a political commentary, she knows that the side she generally represents won the debate.

OPINION: Democrat chaos

An accountant friend would tell a story of the 1980 Savings and Loan collapse. He attended a meeting where the board members watched a presentation recommending that they upgrade their corporate jet to the latest model for several million dollars. After the presentation ended the chairman stood up and announced their S&L was insolvent and would be closing its doors and terminating all employees that afternoon.

Cd'A Library to hold free writers workshops

The Coeur d’Alene Public Library will host a free workshop series for local authors to pursue their Writer’s Mythic Quest.

Landscapes and wildlife

Local photographer to hold book signing of 'Incredible Idaho'

Beautiful Idaho landscapes and wildlife moments will be featured at noon Saturday, Sept. 2 at Linden Coffee for a book signing and conversations.

Bolstering Shoshone County mental health resources

There are 850 citizens in Shoshone County to one mental health care provider, according to the Population Health Institute at the University of Wisconsin. In comparison, the statewide breakdown works out to about 420 people to one mental health provider across Idaho.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

What do you call a rooster who wakes you up at the same time every morning?

BIDEN ADMINISTRATION: ‘Bumpy road ahead’

Inflation is 3% and Biden’s goal is 2%. Just how’re they doing this?

Best night sky events for September 2023

Best night sky viewing events September 2023

KUDOS: Officer helped turn scary situation around

I want to give a shout-out of praise to a local law enforcement officer who went above and beyond.

Paul Bunyan Days start today in St. Maries

Paul Bunyan Days are here

ECONOMIC REPORT: Hilarious

I read this article by Josa Snow and thought, what’s the punch line?

TRUMP: Being held accountable

Donald Trump didn’t lose the 2020 election. He gave it away.

Shoshone County commissioners slash $1.2 million from budget

Shoshone County will have a public hearing Tuesday, when they will bring a proposed annual budget before the community for comment and potential approval.

Athol man gets probation for buying unlawfully taken wildlife

Reportedly purchased parts of a golden eagle,

Athol man gets probation

Spirit Lake approves budget

The Spirit Lake City Council members narrowly passed a budget in a split decision Tuesday, with Mayor Jeremy Cowperthwaite casting the deciding vote.

Marty and Max: Where is the market going?

Where is the market going and how will the year-end? Is the market going to crash? How will the market react to 7.25% rates or perhaps 8% rates? Will inventory increase?

EDITORIAL: School district's Davids smack IFF's Goliath

When more people vote, good things happen

Free Cd'A Symphony concert Monday

Bring a picnic lunch and a chair to enjoy some pop songs, classics and Broadway tunes by the Coeur d’Alene Symphony Orchestra.

Bluphoria to perform in Post Falls

Bluphoria will be performing to support their newly released major label full-length self-titled debut album Thursday, October 26th at Cruisers Bar and Grill 6105 W. Seltice Way, Post Falls.

William 'Bill' Silvers, 72

William “Bill” Frederick Silvers of Post Falls, ID passed away at Kootenai Medical Center on August 28, 2023 at the age of 72.

Meet April Muhs: Student of life

April Muhs loves learning and sharing her gifts with others

MAKE-A-WISH: Organization lets politics get in the way

In reference to your article about the Make-a-Wish Foundation in yesterday’s CDA Press. They do good work as long as a child’s wish does not conflict with their politics and/or corporate sponsors.

Legals for September, 1 2023