Tuesday, March 31
The Dow surges more than 1,100 points as Wall Street soars to its best day since last spring
The rebound came as financial markets seized on a couple tenuous signals for hope about a possible end to the war. It’s the latest manic swing following weeks of frenetic back and forth amid uncertainty about the war. The moves also came as Wall Street marked the end of the year’s first quarter, a milestone that can cause a flurry of trading as fund managers close their books.
Tiger Woods pleads not guilty to DUI in car crash where authorities say he was found with opioids
Woods’ movements were slow and lethargic, he was sweating as he talked to deputies and told them he had taken prescription medication earlier in the morning, according to the report. Woods told deputies he had been looking at his phone and fiddling with the radio before he clipped a truck in front of him, the report said.
Trump lashes out at allies as Iran war and strait closure push fuel prices higher
Iran’s stranglehold on the Strait of Hormuz, the waterway leading out of the Persian Gulf through which a fifth of the world’s oil is transported during peacetime, has driven up global oil prices, as have Tehran's attacks on regional energy infrastructure.
Gas prices eclipse $4 a gallon in the US, the highest since 2022
Since the U.S. and Israel launched the joint war against Iran on Feb. 28, the cost of crude oil — the main ingredient in gasoline — has spiked and swung rapidly. That’s because the conflict has caused deep supply chain disruptions and cuts from major oil producers across the Middle East. Both Brent crude, the international standard, and benchmark U.S. crude are now going for more than $100 per barrel, up from roughly $70 before the war.
Understanding compulsive hoarding: A comprehensive guide
Explore the causes and impact of compulsive hoarding today. Discover strategies to manage it effectively. Unlock insights that could change your life!
American Legion Post 143 banquet marked by awards, praise, thanks
American Legion Post 143 banquet marked by awards, praise, thanks
Post Falls Mayor Randy Westlund delivered the keynote speech. He said these days, many people focus on their rights, what they are owed and what others can do for them. “It’s not enough about duty,” he said.
CDAIDE's Care Affair returns April 16 to Coeur d'Alene Resort
CDAIDE's Care Affair returns April 16 to Coeur d'Alene Resort
A sudden move in 2022 closed the Garnet Cafe for about six weeks. In 2024, an electrical fire shut down the Coeur d'Alene restaurant for 10 months. As anyone in food service knows, a closed door means no customers, and no customers means no income. It's emergencies like these that led to the formation of CDAIDE. "The first time we would have utilized CDAIDE was when we were closed for the move," Garnet Cafe manager Freya Von Till said Thursday. "The move was last minute and pretty unexpected."
VETERANS PRESS: Portrait of a soldier — Bobie Eby
Through it all, Bobie Eby spent almost three decades in the Reserves and the National Guard.
THE DIRT: The National Historic Preservation Act
Signing photos March 31, 2026
Local athletes decide to take their talents to the next level.
Shoshone County struggling to fill public works director position
In 2 months, no one has applied for job that pays $51K
40 UNDER 40: Hallie Payne
If Hallie Payne could share one piece of advice with her younger self, it would be this.
40 UNDER 40: Curtis Johnson
Early on, Curtis Johnson was drawn to understanding how complex systems work, and more importantly, how to make them work better.
40 UNDER 40: Carsen Weber
For Carsen Weber, money isn’t the most important measure of success. What matters more is that he’s happy with what he does for a living.
40 UNDER 40: Anthony Minutoli
As the Beverage Manager for Lake Coeur d’Alene Cruises and The Marina, Anthony Minutoli brings with him more than 20 years of experience in corporate restaurant management.
40 UNDER 40: Krystal Manley
Krystal Manley embraces new opportunities.
40 UNDER 40: Jessica McMurray
For Jessica McMurray, relationships are the bedrock of business.
40 UNDER 40: Jim Jackson
Jim Jackson, a wealth management advisor for US Bancorp Services, began his career working in a credit union, working his way into mergers and special projects.
40 UNDER 40: Alicia Hall
Alicia Hall was born to train dogs.
40 UNDER 40: Amanda Bauer
Growth is rarely linear.
40 UNDER 40: Elsa Goodsen
Elsa Goodsen’s path to health care started on a golf course.
40 UNDER 40: Emily Nelson
The Brooks Hotel in Wallace changed Emily Nelson’s life twice over.
40 UNDER 40: Kacie Owens
Kacie Owens grew up surrounded by strong women in the beauty industry.
40 UNDER 40: Josh Ribble
Growing up in North Idaho shaped Josh Ribble’s approach to business and community and reinforced his commitment to delivering excellent and eco-friendly service that keeps his community looking great.
40 UNDER 40: Caroline Wedel
Growing up, Caroline Wedel was constantly at her mom’s hip, helping her with school events, summer parties and holiday events.
APRIL NIBJ Work-life balance emerging as top job priority for employees
Having a “work-life balance” means something different for everyone. For Post Falls resident Niko Salinas, it means being able to leave work behind at his desk at the end of a workday.
40 UNDER 40: Mianna Chernek
Like many people, Mianna Chernek was shaped by her childhood experiences.
40 UNDER 40: Shannon Roman
Shannon Roman isn’t afraid to make bold choices.
40 UNDER 40: Nicole Rumpel
Nicole Rumpel has built her career around helping people, supporting communities and keeping programs running smoothly.
40 UNDER 40: Brianna Hills
Brianna Hills is passionate about bringing communities together.
40 UNDER 40: Nick Ebner
Nick Ebner is a principal engineer with ACE Solutions with about 13 years of experience in the engineering field.
40 UNDER 40: Pat Jones
Pat Jones, a commercial relationship officer with Numerica Credit Union, brings nine years of experience in banking to his role.
APRIL NIBJ: Nonprofits help people follow their life’s compass
Kanning’s story isn’t unique, ask any worker at one of the 500 nonprofits in Bonner County are you’ll likely hear the same reason for working: it feels right.
40 Under 40: Mariah Williams
If she could give her younger self one piece of advice, it would be that you can do hard things — and it’s OK to change direction.
40 Under 40: Travis Jank
He has built his career the same way he built his computers — by ignoring the conventional path and pushing the limits of what is possible.
Shoshone County jail bookings
Arrests and bookings for Shoshone County jail.
Committee sends ICE agreement bill for amendment
Rejects early transfer to ICE for deportable individuals
This includes an audit of the number of refugees served, the nationality and gender of refugees served, the language abilities of refugees served, the counties and municipalities where refugees served are housed and the number of housing units taken by refugees served.
40 Under 40: Italia Jimenez
It’s hard to pinpoint everything that she does.
APRIL NIBJ: Prepare to be inspired by 40 Under 40 honorees
Regardless of their age on paper, their stories are filled with passion for others, for helping and for being the best version of themselves.
APRIL NIBJ Trades are trending
Welders, carpenters, electricians, plumbers, construction workers, nurses, hairstylists, mechanics, heavy equipment operators, dental hygienists and steelworkers. These are a few examples of trade careers, which in 2026 are a hot commodity for the workforce and for the next generation of workers who will someday be the leaders of these industries.
40 Under 40: Ethan Ferrel, M.D.
Ethan Ferrel, M.D., always knew he wanted to be a surgeon.
40 Under 40: Chad Young
The value of a good mentor is unlimited.
Libby man gets state prison sentence in road rage incident
An agreement between the county and Chartier calls for him to serve a total of...
APRIL NIBJ: Recognizing and rewarding employees who go above and beyond
40 Under 40: Peter Mahoney
If he could give his younger self one piece of advice, it would be to understand the value of hard work.
40 Under 40: Tiffany Camp
If she could give her younger self one piece of advice, Camp said it would center around her family.
Today's Ghastly Groaner
What do you call it when a red vegetable receives a small cut?
40 Under 40: Sarah Cushman
Sarah Cushman always knew she would work in healthcare. It was just a matter of which area.
40 Under 40: David Till
David Till is a born entrepreneur.
40 Under 40: Caiti Bobbitt
If she could give her younger self one piece of advice, Bobbitt said it would be to believe in yourself.
April NIBJ: Movers & Shakers
A celebration of North Idaho's business news, events and people.
Roxann Sue Eversole, 63
Roxann Sue (Baldwin) Eversole, lovingly known to many as Roxy or “Big Red,” passed away peacefully on March 26, 2026, at the age of 63 in Smelterville, Idaho. Born on July 10, 1962, in Wallace
Men charged with poaching moose
Two men are facing felony charges after a witness discovered them gutting a bull moose they had allegedly poached.
APRIL NIBJ: Side hustles rise as workers seek stability, control
The entrepreneurial spirit. It's not something that can be caught — or even wished into existence. It’s something built through persistence and initiative.
40 Under 40: Kamren Nelson
Kamren Nelson loves being creative.
40 Under 40: Dr. Casey Carr
If she had one piece of advice for her younger self, Carr said it would be: “Trust the process and trust yourself.”
APRIL NIBJ: North Idaho niches deepen roots for business owners
North Idaho business owners have carved out a niche for themselves, finding like-minded communities and setting down roots.
40 Under 40: Rose Olson
If she could give her younger self one piece of advice, Olson said it is one that is, while a bit of a cliché, still holds true.
40 Under 40: Anthony Perrotti
Together, you can accomplish more than you can as an individual.
Colin Keith Couey, 76
Colin passed away at his residence in Spokane on March 19, 2026. Colin Keith Couey was born on April 1, 1949, in Mauston, Wis., to Rowynaine and Marjorie Couey.
APRIL NIBJ: Innovia Foundation welcomes Russell, Alsaker to board
40 Under 40: Brana Cully
"Have faith and don't worry as much," she added.
Post Falls police chief search goes on
City declines to say if interim chief is on leave
Multiple tips about the interim police chief for Post Falls being placed on administrative leave were sent to The Press, beginning last week.
St. Regis mill expanding operations, adding employees
Driving along Montana 135 just outside St. Regis, it’s hard to miss the towering stacks of bundled posts and poles, and the large building at Big Sky Forest Products.
40 Under 40: Drew Lakin
Drew Lakin leads a team committed to providing reliable, compassionate home care services.
40 Under 40: Cameron VanDenBerg
If he could give his younger self one piece of advice, VanDenBerg said, it would be not to be afraid to ask for help.
40 Under 40: Jack Costa
It was at the Kootenai Technical Education Campus that Jackson Costa was introduced to welding in a professional setting.
Northwest Notes March 31, 2026
Notes on Idaho football, Boise State basketball and college soccer.
Tammy Jean Polla, 64
Tammy Jean Polla, 64, of Mullan, Idaho, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away March 26, 2026, at the Schneidmiller Hospice House in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. Tammy was born July 3, 1961, in Kanab, Utah, a daughter of the late Sam and Oma Davis.
40 Under 40: Emily Hildebrand
40 Under 40: Megan Sheppard
If she could give her younger self any advice, Sheppard said, it would be to have confidence in who she is.
Most pilots avoid thunderstorms, Wayne Sand welcomed them
The Vietnam veteran, pilot, aviation weather expert and author has spent most of his life in the sky.
Legals for March, 31 2026
Monday, March 30
Legislature passes bill to force teachers, doctors to out transgender minors to their parents
House Bill 822 heads to Gov. Brad Little
The Senate passed the bill Monday on a near party-line 27-8 vote, with only two Republicans joining the Senate’s six Democrats to oppose it. The House widely passed the bill earlier this month, with the backing of all but one House Republicans who were present.
Some wait times at airport bottlenecks are easing with TSA paychecks promised
The DHS shutdown has resulted in not only travel delays but also warnings of airport closures as TSA workers missing paychecks stopped going to work. Those workers were just recovering financially since last fall’s extended government shutdown.
Trump threatens to destroy Iran's civilian infrastructure if a deal is not reached 'shortly'
Trump told the New York Post that the U.S. is negotiating with Iran’s parliament speaker, Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf. The former Revolutionary Guard commander, who has taunted the U.S. on social media, dismissed the talks facilitated by Pakistan as a cover for the latest American troop deployments.
Monday TV/Radio highlights
Television, radio and streaming highlights for Monday, March 30
North Idaho Christian School preps 10K meals for kids in Bangladesh
North Idaho Christian School preps 10K meals for kids in Bangladesh
North Idaho Christian School reported Monday, March 23 to be an amazing day. "Our students, staff, parents and corporate sponsors came together and packed over 10,000 meals for students in Bangladesh," North Idaho Christian School Admissions Director Jennifer Scott told The Press. "These meals will be sent to schools where families have little food. Sometimes, this is the only meal they may eat that day."
$31M Fourth of July Pass project beginning
Improvements include asphalt, concrete barriers, drainage upgrades, lighting
The Idaho Transportation Department will resume construction on Interstate 90 over Fourth of July Pass this week, marking the final season of a multi-year repaving and barrier replacement project.
Education dominates at Sandpoint legislative town hall
Education led the discussion at Sandpoint’s legislative town hall as leaders reviewed reading gains, expanding CTE programs, school budget concerns, virtual learning oversight, and AI guidance.
Could we see a strong El Nino this year?
Today's Ghastly Groaner
Why don’t vultures check bags when they fly?
Report: Hit-and-run crashes rising
Hit-and-run crashes are on the rise nationwide, according to data from the AAAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, and have also become more frequent locally.
Sunday, March 29
Pope Leo XIV rejects claims that God justifies war in Palm Sunday Mass message
Palm Sunday marks Jesus’ triumphant entrance into Jerusalem in the time leading up to his crucifixion, which Christians observe on Good Friday, and resurrection on Easter Sunday.
Pakistan says it will host US-Iran talks, while Iran warns US ground troops would be 'set on fire'
The war has threatened global supplies of oil, natural gas and fertilizer and disrupted air travel. Iran’s grip on the strategic Strait of Hormuz has shaken markets and prices, and now the Iranian-backed Houthi rebels ' entry into the war could threaten shipping on another crucial waterway, the Bab el-Mandeb strait to the Red Sea.
PREP ROUNDUP: Lake City takes two from Bonners; Lakeland sweeps
Results from Saturday's prep baseball, track and field and tennis matchups.
THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Using crutches for injuries, or injuries as a crutch
The Zags fell short of the Sweet 16 for other reasons as well, including not shooting the 3-pointer very well. Even with a healthy Huff early in the season, the Lovables got destroyed by Michigan.
More Reign in Spokane
The Reign are playing three home matches in Spokane while Lumen Field in Seattle is getting readied for the upcoming World Cup.
North Idaho Athletic Hall of Fame announces award finalists for April 25 banquet
Tickets for the banquet, which also features the North Idaho High School Awards, are $45 each and can be purchased online either by going to www.nihof.org and clicking on the “Purchase Tickets” brown box. Reserved tables for eight also can be purchased for $400. University of Idaho men's basketball coach Alex Pribble will be the featured speaker.
Hundreds rally in Coeur d’Alene for 'No Kings'
Protest delivers message of displeasure toward the president
Protestors took to the streets Saturday, Mar. 28 to have their voices heard
Coeur d'Alene Pediatrics readies for move to Heritage Health
Coeur d'Alene Pediatrics readies for move to Heritage Health
Coeur d’Alene Pediatrics officially becomes part of Heritage Health this spring. “We've been talking about it for about a year,” Heritage Health CEO Mike Baker said. “We spent time trying to figure this out what makes sense for the community and really protect what Coeur d’Alene Pediatrics has been doing forever.”
Local Catholic Eucharistic congregation welcomes all
Local Catholic Eucharistic congregation welcomes all
"What's done is done. What's undone is undone. Let it be." The Rev. Terese Fandel softly spoke these words March 21 as she anointed parishioners with an aromatic oil of olive and clove during Reconciliation Mass.
New recycling business at your doorstep
One of a kind in Kootenai County
NIC SOFTBALL: Cardinals swept by 17th-ranked Bruins for second straight day
Freshman Maycee Madsen, Roberts' teammate at Riverton High, had two hits and two RBIs in the second game for NIC (12-21, 5-7), which hosts the College of Southern Idaho next Friday and Saturday in Worley.
Collapse becomes ad
Harry Button thought he was a goner when he hit the bottom of the frigid Spokane River. But he surfaced moments later to become a Post Falls Police Department legend and to narrate a Super Bowl commercial about his narrow escape. Tragically, the volunteer fire dispatcher who rode with him that night wasn’t as lucky. The episode began as a routine call March 27, 1971. Shortly before midnight that freezing Saturday, Officer Button and ride-along passenger Allen Chaffin, 29, of Post Falls, responded to a car crash on the Spokane Street bridge.
IRAN: Time for the grown-ups to take charge
MARCH 29: Vietnam War Veterans Day, never forget!
National commemorations concluded on March 29, 2025, celebrating 50 years since the end of the Vietnam War. But, let's continue to embrace our responsibility to help our veterans and their families heal from the heavy toll of the war
Rita Walker, 75
Rita Y. Walker, 75, passed away peacefully on March 25, 2026, at the Hospice House in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. She was born on July 13, 1950, in Coeur d'Alene.
Ronald Ray Hart, 83
Ronald “Ray” Hart, 83, passed away on Feb. 26, 2026, in Seattle due to complications from Lewy Body Dementia. Born Oct. 7, 1942, Ray was predeceased by his parents, Henry Hart (Frickartz) & Bunnie (McKinney) Hart of Coeur d'Alene, his brother Michael, & sisters Patty & Donna.
Blood donor could win $10K
This April, nonprofit Vitalant urges all who are eligible to spring into action and give blood to keep up with the constant need.
How to break bad habits for good
Breaking bad habits is a challenging journey, but the rewards are worth the effort.
ADVERTISING: ADVERTORIAL: If you own a business, your estate plan isn't finished
Arreen Carrie Ann Miller, 85
Arreen went to be with our Lord on March 17, 2026. Born on Oct. 9, 1940, to Anthony and Cecilia Kavon (Hoffarth) in Plentywood, Mont.
Kathaleen R. Johnson, 92
Kathaleen Roberta Johnson, a longtime Rathdrum, Idaho, resident, passed away March 24, 2026. Katie was born May 12, 1933, in Nampa, Idaho, to Ralph and Josephine Piersol.
Mary Jane Hahn, 90
She was born in Altus, Ark., on Jan. 10, 1936, the second child born to John E. and Illawynne (Bell) Lauhon.
Kraig Anderson, 73
We are heartbroken to share that Kraig Steven Anderson passed away at St Luke's Hospital in Boise, Idaho, on March 8, 2026. His friends and family are appreciative of the love and prayers that the community has shared with them.
Today's Ghastly Groaner
Who is everyone's favorite actor to go to brunch with?
Milestone Announcements
See who's celebrating!
Saturday, March 28
No Kings in Coeur d'Alene
People join the No Kings protest along U.S. 95 in Coeur d'Alene on Saturday. About 2,000 people came out for the event, with gatherings held nationwide.
Iranian attack on Saudi base injures US troops. More American forces arrive in the Middle East
Central Command said that in addition to the Marines, the Tripoli also brings transport and strike fighter aircraft, as well as amphibious assault assets to the region. The USS Boxer and two other ships, along with another Marine Expeditionary Unit, have also been ordered to the region from San Diego.
'No Kings' rallies draw crowds across US, in Europe. Springsteen headlines Minnesota demonstration
The Trump administration's aggressive immigration enforcement actions, particularly in Minnesota, were just one item on a long list of protesters' grievances that also included the war in Iran and the Trump administration's rollback of transgender rights.
ALL-IDAHO HIGH SCHOOL BOYS, GIRLS BASKETBALL: Lake City's Carlson, St. Maries' Yearout, Lakeside's Charley earn Player of the Year honors
The All-Idaho teams are selected by the state’s coaches. The Stateman publishes the results.
THE FRONT ROW with JASON ELLIOTT: Covill wanted to stay, but didn't have the room
“I was really excited about this group coming back,” Covill said. “I’m still cheering for this group. It was just a financial decision that took me away.”
Vandals to begin spring practice Tuesday
Practices over the next four weeks will take place on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. Weekday sessions will start at 6 a.m. and Saturdays will be at 10 a.m., except the April 11 practice which will be at noon.
PREP ROUNDUP: Beardsall, Wylie fire one-hitters for Timberlake
Timberlake baseball takes two in tournament at Clearwater Valley High on Friday.
NIC SOFTBALL: Cardinals drop two to No. 17 Salt Lake
The teams play another doubleheader today at noon in Worley.
High school honors March 28, 2026
Area schools honor their athletes.
Hayden Lake Marina expansion plan withdrawn
Those opposing project say they welcome a 'reset'
The IDL issued a preliminary order Friday. It states it was the applicant's decision "to withdraw their current application for reconfiguration and expansion of a commercial marina."
All-Intermountain League boys basketball
Top honorees for the 4A Intermountain League announced.
Silverwood has new owners
'Herschend was the only choice for us,' says Paul Norton
“Silverwood will remain Silverwood” under the new ownership of Herschend Family Entertainment Corporation, the world’s largest family-held themed attractions company, the companies announced Friday.
Connecting generations
Jeff Conroy outlines effective communication, leadership
Foundation for Wildlife Management's banquet slated April 4 at Kootenai County Fairgrounds
Foundation for Wildlife Management's banquet slated April 4 at Kootenai County Fairgrounds
The banquet includes dinner at 5 p.m., auctions, raffles and games. Prizes, include firearms and outdoor gear, with tickets available at https://f4wm.org.
Bathroom bill passes Senate
Makes trans bathroom use that aligns with gender identity a crime
Any person who “knowingly and willfully” enters such a facility for the opposite sex would be in violation of the bill. On the first offense an individual is guilty of a misdemeanor and up to a year of jail time. Second and subsequent offenses carry felony charges and up to five years of jail time.
Kratom regulation bill receives amendments after hours of testimony
If passed into law, the bill would limit kratom sales to adults ages 21 years and older and restrict kratom sold in the state to natural leaf products. The bill would ban the sale of “unsafe, adulterated, or synthetic products,” which typically contain concentrated levels of 7-hydroxymitragynine, known as 7-OH.
Coeur d'Alene, Lakeland students participate in literature-laden contest
Coeur d'Alene, Lakeland students participate in literature-laden contest
Local students competed in district tournaments for the Region 1 Idaho Battle of the Books, a statewide voluntary reading program that encourages and recognizes students' love of reading.
Mary Ann Johns, 82
Mary Ann was a Spring baby, born May 6, 1943, in Iowa. On March 20th, Mary Ann went to sleep and woke in Heaven for Eternity, the first day of Spring, 2026.
Gov. Little visits Galena Mine
Coeur d’Alene man pleads guilty to rape
Arreen Carrie Ann Miller, 85
Arreen went to be with our Lord on March 17, 2026. Born on Oct. 9, 1940, to Anthony and Cecilia Kavon (Hoffarth) in Plentywood, Mont.
Today's Ghastly Groaner
Why was the cat afraid of the tree?
Rathdrum Chamber executive director steps down
Angela Henderson hired
Rathdrum Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Ashley Cameron will step down from the position after six years. Her last day of work will be March 31.
Greensferry overpass work starts Sunday
Idaho Transportation Department is repairing two bridges in Kootenai County this year, beginning this spring with the Greensferry Overpass in Post Falls and continuing with the SH41/SH-53 bridge this summer in Rathdrum.
Northwest Notes March 28, 2026
The event will recognize 59 impactful coaches throughout the American college and professional basketball ranks, bringing them together for a collaborative event surrounding the Division I men’s basketball championship.
‘Stand by Me’ stars reflect on the movie, Rob Reiner and its return to theaters 40 years later
Jerry O’Connell, Corey Feldman and Wil Wheaton were already thinking about “Stand by Me” when Rob Reiner died in December. Just a week prior, the trio spent a weekend together attending some screenings of Reiner’s beloved coming-of-age film, which was about to turn 40.
BLM moves to reduce wildfire risk in North Idaho
Three projects planned
The Bureau of Land Management has approved three fuels management projects in northern Idaho aimed at improving forest health and reducing wildfire risk in the wildland-urban interface.
HBO’s ‘The Pitt’ nails how hospital cyberattacks create chaos, endanger patients and disrupt critical care
HBO Max’s enormously popular television series “The Pitt” is receiving plaudits for its realistic depiction of the trials and tribulations of health care in an urban emergency room.
Former Press newsies making their mark
I’ve had the good fortune to work with and know these fine people. Each brought unique talents to The Press. I note that these former newsies all continued to be involved in communications after leaving The Press. Chasing news sticks with you, landing a big story, is exhilarating. Once it’s in your blood, it’s hard to let go, even if you try.
Residents set priorities for next downtown revitalization phase at open house
Over 50 people attended an open house to provide feedback on potential design and guide priorities on the third phase of the city’s downtown revitalization project on Tuesday evening.
The Exhausted Dad: The magnetic pull of the computer
I try my best to stop my kids from being obsessed with technology.
School and Senior Meals: Mar. 31 - Apr. 3
See what's cooking!
PET TALK Mind over metal: Staying wary of metal-related toxicities
Pets encounter a variety of everyday risks, from outdoor threats like animals or parasites to physical dangers like vehicles or sharp objects and household toxins like plants or cleaners.
Kathaleen R. Johnson, 92
Kathaleen Roberta Johnson, a longtime Rathdrum, Idaho, resident, passed away March 24, 2026. Katie was born May 12, 1933, in Nampa, Idaho, to Ralph and Josephine Piersol.
Bears awake from winter slumber ready to eat
One of the most gratifying chapters of spring is seeing the first bear of the season.
Legals for March, 28 2026
Friday, March 27
Tiger Woods arrested on suspicion of DUI after rollover crash, sheriff says
Authorities said the crash occurred just after 2 p.m. not far from where Woods lives in Jupiter Island. Martin County Fire Rescue said there were no serious injuries, CBS 12 reported.
Idaho Fish and Game commissioner charged with poaching bull elk
According to Fogleman’s deposition, Harshbarger had filled his elk tag the previous weekend and did not have a valid tag. The other man had a tag that was not valid for the public Bureau of Reclamation property, and neither man had permission to shoot onto the private property, which prompted the trespassing charges.
Panicked travelers hear a new message from airports: Don’t get here so early
The government shutdown straining Transportation Security Administration staffing has ballooned checkpoint wait times beyond two hours at some major airports. George Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston has become the biggest chokepoint for travelers with four-hour security lines.
House Republicans reject DHS funding bill from Senate, risking an even longer shutdown
Senators have already left town after acting in the early morning hours to end the partial shutdown, so it would take time for them to return if the House ends up passing a different measure. And Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer said in a social media post that the 60-day stopgap measure being considered in the House would be “dead on arrival in the Senate, and Republicans know it.”
Iran says it will 'facilitate and expedite' humanitarian aid through the Strait of Hormuz
Iran’s Atomic Energy Organization said the Shahid Khondab Heavy Water Complex in Arak and the Ardakan yellowcake production plant in Yazd Province were targeted, IRNA reported. The strikes did not cause any casualties and there was no risk of contamination, it said. The Arak plant has not been operational since Israel attacked it last June.
Governor signs bill to prevent photos from death investigations from going public
The bill would add to records exempt from Idaho’s Public Records Act “any photographs or images of a decedent taken as part of a coroner death investigation or law enforcement investigation regardless of whether such investigation is active or not.”
Why every traveler should try a white water rafting experience
Discover why a white water rafting experience is essential for every adventurer. Unleash your wild side and plan your unforgettable rafting trip today!
The growing demand for natural skincare products; industry players weigh in
Discover why the growing demand for natural skincare products is capturing attention. Leading industry players weigh in with insights. Find out more today!
How wrongful death lawsuits are shaping accountability across industries
Explore how wrongful death lawsuits drive accountability across industries. Learn their impact and how they influence safety standards. Read more!
Why moving homes is stressful, according to science
Moving homes is one of the most stressful experiences. Explore the science-backed reasons why, and what you can do to make your move less stressful.
PREP ROUNDUP: Coeur d'Alene frosh Stevens hurls five-inning no-hitter
Results from Thursday's prep softball, baseball, track and field, golf and tennis matchups.
THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Why official scorers in baseball have to make the rulings they do
As I said to start this rant, there are some absurd stats in our national pastime. Maybe I’ll whine to the commissioner.
Weekend TV/Radio highlights
Television, radio and streaming highlights for upcoming weekend.
Wehr sworn in as Shoshone County sheriff
Former Army Ranger county’s third since October
3Cs Charity Fashion Show set for April 11 at Coeur d'Alene Resort
3Cs Charity Fashion Show set for April 11 at Coeur d'Alene Resort
A bouquet of beauties of varying ages and heights will take to the runway in a colorful array of spring styles April 11 during the 27th annual Cancer and Community Charities Charity Fashion Show Luncheon at The Coeur d'Alene Resort.
NIC trustees OK property purchase, indoor practice space
Property details under wraps for now, Swayne says
Lighting concerns shape approval of Coeur d’Alene LDS Temple
Commissioners express worries about impact on neighbors
The Coeur d’Alene Design Review Commission approved The Jesus Christ Church of Latter-day Saints temple and meetinghouse design plans, with conditions, Thursday after a few hours of discussion and presentation during its public hearing.
Conservation project protects 22,000 acres in North Idaho
$26 million in federal funding through the Forest Legacy Program
More than 22,000 acres of privately owned working forestland in North Idaho are now permanently protected following the first phase of the Spirit of Mount Spokane Forest Legacy Project.
Hayden Cinema movie times
Hayden Cinema movie times
Today's Ghastly Groaner
When I was growing up, plastic surgery was a bit of a taboo subject.
Nostalgic musical show on stage April 10-12 at Kroc Center
Nostalgic musical show on stage April 10-12 at Kroc Center
Supporters of Orchard Ridge Senior Living will present their third theatrical production, “The Marvelous Wonderettes: Caps and Gowns,” April 10-12 at the Kroc Center.
Schweitzer wrapping up season April 5
Lookout, Silver yet to set closing dates
“Resorts within our region and across the West were challenged with delayed openings, unseasonably warm temperatures, dramatic rain and wind events, and significantly less natural snowfall than we’ve seen in decades," he said. "The fact that we maintained operations consecutively from December to April feels like something we should be proud of considering the circumstances.”
Unused funds could offset security upgrades at Shoshone County
WOLVES: Don’t deserve cruelty
Magnificent wolves live with a courage, majesty, nobility, honor and innocence.
New coalition details effort to support Kalispell’s downtown
Kalispell’s Downtown Foward Coalition has identified parking and walkability as some of its long-term goals to strengthen the business district.
Lakeland School Board may be undermining its own levy
And depending again on when the new superintendent is hired, the district will be paying two people for that job, while at the same time asking voters to pony up for a levy.
Students pitch future professions at reverse job fair
Students pitch future professions at reverse job fair
Ranging from criminology to cosmetology, Post Falls high school students pitched professions that sparked their interest during the reverse job fair on Wednesday at Real Life Ministries in Post Falls.
OPINION: Republican voters deserve all the facts — not a biased list
With so many new residents moving to Idaho, it is more important than ever to provide clear, accurate information about how our system works and who is running for office.
OPINION: The unreasonable man
It is not possible to counter an extremist agenda by being accommodating or reasonable.
Northern Journeys Magazine launches Coeur d'Alene edition
Northern Journeys Magazine launches Coeur d'Alene edition
Northern Journeys Magazine is expanding into Coeur d’Alene with a new edition designed to give local artists, makers and small businesses a stronger voice in the region’s cultural landscape.
Festival at Sandpoint announces 2026 Poster Contest winners
A North Idaho College student, a retired North Idaho educator and a Sandpoint 9-year-old are the winners of the 2026 Festival at Sandpoint Poster Contest.
Letters to the Editor
The readers also write.
Rathdrum’s Culp Family — Part 2
This is the second installment of a multi-part story about the Culp family of Rathdrum and their historic stewardship of the town’s newspaper — the Rathdrum Tribune.
Shoshone County jail bookings
Arrests and jail bookings for Shoshone County jail.
NO KINGS: Should have protested Biden
Where were you to protest an Inept King administration that allowed millions of undocumented illegal immigrants into our country with hundreds of thousands of those being dangerous criminals, thieves, fraudsters and drug dealers.
Data center water consumption bill heading to Senate floor
Legals for March, 27 2026
Thursday, March 26
‘Blue-state’ play or affordable-housing ‘solution’? Idaho kills tax break bill
The proposal from East Idaho Rep. Jon O. Weber, R-Rexburg, would have made it easier for existing developers to access the county exemption — and, ideally, lure new firms into the affordable market.
Missed paychecks and airport delays: Pressure mounts on Congress to end the funding shutdown
With Congress set to leave town by week’s end for its own spring break recess, calls are intensifying for an end to the 41-day stalemate that’s put the livelihoods of TSA officers at risk as they provide airport security without pay.
Iran and the US harden their positions as Tehran tightens its grip on the Strait of Hormuz
For Iran’s leadership, by contrast, merely outlasting the onslaught could be seen as victory. It may be hoping to get the U.S. to back down by roiling the world economy with its stranglehold on the Strait of Hormuz — raising prices at the pump for drivers, prices in the grocery store for families and costs for businesses the world over.
PREP ROUNDUP: Coeur d'Alene boys, Lakeland girls shine at Post Falls
Results from Wednesday's prep track and field, softball and tennis matchups.
THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Hey, we know a lot of those guys this year
Seems like this year, more than others, we’re watching on TV and going, “Hey, I remember watching them in person,” or otherwise noticing them when they played against the teams that we cover.
Bowling scores: March 26, 2026
Scores from area leagues.
At college March 26, 2026
Updates on area athletes at the next level.
Hayden Council withholds marina support
Public hearing set for April 15
Hayden City Council on Tuesday voted unanimously to deny Hayden Lake Marina’s request for a letter of support for their proposed expansion project, which would see the removal and replacement of existing docks with a new configuration that would include 32 new slips.
Enrollment up for sixth straight semester; outpacing national trend
Enrollment up for sixth straight semester; outpacing national trend
Total enrollment at North Idaho College increased 7.1% for the spring semester, NIC announced Wednesday, marking six straight semesters of growth.
Flu cases holding steady in North Idaho
Working at the clinic for Heritage Health, Dr. Anthony Rehil-Crest of Heritage Health said that the usual suspects for respiratory illnesses: namely influenza, COVID and RSV are making their way through the population in North Idaho.
Northside Fire seeking $1.38M levy
Northside Fire District is asking voters to consider a two-year levy to maintain current staffing and operations.
Avista to conduct natural resource surveys by helicopter in Spokane River watershed
Avista will be conducting two days of natural resource surveys by helicopter between Thursday, March 26th and Friday, March 27th.
Greenwood becomes first NIC student named to honor society’s All-USA Academic Team
Hamming, Moran also earn scholarships
Hamming, Moran also earn scholarships
JFAC adopts one-time transfers to buffer revenues
Recommendation moved $13 million from broadband fund to general fund
Though $35 million was originally appropriated to this fund, Keith Bybee, budget and policy division manager of the Legislative Services Office, said it has largely gone untouched in the wake of an influx of federal dollars. These included funds from the Coronavirus Relief Fund Act, the American Rescue Plan Act and the Infrastructure and Jobs Act.
Volunteers to tackle trail repairs at Tubbs Hill
Volunteers are invited to roll up their sleeves Friday, April 3 for a day of trail work on Tubbs Hill.
Anglers help monitor trophy rainbow trout on Lake Pend Oreille
Data collected helps biologists track catch rates, fish size and harvest trends
“Anglers on Lake Pend Oreille play a huge role in helping us understand how this fishery is performing,” said Jeff Strait, Fishery Research Biologist with Fish and Game. “The information they collect gives us valuable insight into catch rates and fish size, which helps us track trends and ensure the lake continues to produce trophy rainbow trout.”
Glacier National Park starts spring plowing
March has been wet and saw some good snowfalls, particularly in the higher terrain, but it has since gotten into the 50s and near 60 in the past week, and low elevation snows, with no compaction, have been melting rapidly. As such, the Camas Road also has little to no snow. The overall snowpack in the Flathead River Basin , however, did reach 100% of median earlier in March, but has since slipped a few percentage points to 92% as of this writing.
Annual PRLHS Spartan Fishing Tournament set
Prize for angler who catches the biggest fish at each of three lakes
Today's Ghastly Groaner
Neurologists have been able to determine that the best sleep occurs when not eating.
State investigating fish loss at Kiwanis pond
Clearwater Regional Fisheries staff are working closely with pond managers to determine the cause of the mortality. Additional monitoring and evaluation will continue in the coming days to ensure conditions are suitable for future stocking.
MY TURN: Caring for the community you call home
When doctors practice in the communities that shaped them, the impact is immediate.
Legals for March, 26 2026
Wednesday, March 25
Honolulu Traffic Cams May Soon Ticket For Registration, Safety Checks
House Transportation Committee Chair Darius Kila said he gets calls every week from constituents complaining about motorists whose registration stickers expired years ago.
Russia says it shot down almost 400 Ukrainian drones as Moscow and Kyiv escalate aerial barrages
The United Nations cultural organization UNESCO on Wednesday said it was “deeply alarmed” by Russia hitting a World Heritage site in the western Ukraine city of Lviv during that bombardment.
Jury finds Instagram and YouTube liable in landmark social media addiction trial
The multimillion-dollar verdict will only grow since the jury decided the companies acted with malice, oppression or fraud. This means they will hear new evidence shortly and head back into the deliberation room to decide on punitive damages.
Iran rejects US ceasefire plan, issues its own demands as strikes land across the Mideast
An Egyptian official involved in the mediation efforts said the proposal also includes restrictions on Iran’s support for armed groups. The officials spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss details not yet released.
Record-high passenger wait times at airports, but no deal yet on the 40th day of the shutdown
Yet on the 40th day of the standoff involving the Department of Homeland Security, there was no easy way out in sight. Neither Republican senators, who made the latest offer, nor Democrats, who are demanding more changes in immigration enforcement, appeared closer to a compromise. Trump, who initially appear
THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Wait and see just how far the M's can go
The additions of Josh Naylor at first base and Brendan Donovan at third, along with exciting young Cole Young at second, have given the M’s an infield that can bang.
PREP ROUNDUP: Fenter throws five-inning no-hitter as Coeur d'Alene shuts down Moscow
Coeur d'Alene, Lake City travel to Moscow and Lewiston in baseball, while rain wipes out most of prep schedule.
Youth Sports March 25, 2026
Scores, news, photos from local youth sports teams, leagues, etc.
ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Jack Barta, St. Maries High School
St. Maries High senior basketball player Jack Barta is this week's Knudtsen Chevrolet Press Athlete of the Week.
Lakeland super put on paid leave
Rusty Taylor says he is disappointed with decision
Trustees of the Lakeland School Board have placed Superintendent Rusty Taylor on paid administrative leave for the remainder of his two-year, $156,000 per-year contract. The decision, which went into effect Monday, was announced Tuesday "on the advice of legal counsel," the board said in a communication to Lakeland parents, staff and community members
Families of safety officers killed in line of duty to receive ongoing benefits
Families of safety officers killed in line of duty to receive ongoing benefits
following Coeur d’Alene firefighter ambush
Kootenai Health, MultiCare celebrate Prairie Medical Campus groundbreaking
Kootenai Health, MultiCare celebrate Prairie Medical Campus groundbreaking
Although hundreds in attendance gathered at the site on Tuesday for the Prairie Medical Campus for a literal groundbreaking, Kootenai Health CEO Jamie Smith pointed out that the project also fulfilled the figurative definition by being new and innovative. “This campus is going to be a gamechanger for the region,” Smith said.
'Bad actors' bill fails again
Aimed at protecting home, business owners
After high hopes this legislative session, lobbyist Ken Burgess said that the state bill intended to create protections against unscrupulous contractors won’t be moving on.
‘No Kings’ protest set for Saturday
Thousands of “No Kings” protests are planned nationwide this Saturday, including several in North Idaho.
IDLA: Troubled by efforts to defund
As a longtime Republican voter, I feel increasingly disconnected from a process that appears to overlook both public input and a full understanding of IDLA’s impact.
DISTRICT 4: Vote Christa Hazel
Christa is the real deal — a Republican who is involved in our community and has Idaho roots.
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NO KINGS: Challenge uncontrolled power
Now is the time to stand up for our Declaration of Independence and our Constitution.
CLN: Trustees’ fiscal dishonesty
Voters should ask a simple question: were these sacrifices truly about protecting taxpayers — or about something else?
HB 937: Weakens local control
Once local control is weakened in one area, it becomes easier to do so in others. That is a precedent worth carefully considering.
Marcus Anderson Family Foundation rebrands to RETOVA
The Marcus Anderson Family Foundation is officially rebranding to RETOVA, reflecting the organization’s expanded mission, strategic growth, and long-term vision for community impact.
Seasons of life in the neighborhood
Larry Addington, 84
Larry Keith Addington passed away on March 15, 2026, at the age of 84 in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, surrounded by family. Larry was born on March 30, 1941, in Spokane, Wash., to Glenn and Leone Addington.
Aubrey Smith, 77
Master Sergeant Aubrey M. Smith, of Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, passed away peacefully at his home on Oct. 24, 2025. He was laid to rest with full military honors at Arlington National Cemetery on March 12, 2026. Born Feb. 8, 1948, in Nevada, Mo., he was the son of the late Noel and Lettie Smith.
'Something special': MickDuff's toasts two decades in Sandpoint
MickDuff’s celebrates two decades in Sandpoint, highlighting its growth from a small family brewpub to a community fixture.
OPINION: Leaders have lost the plot
Too many of Idaho’s representatives have lost touch with the people they were elected to serve.
Today's Ghastly Groaner
My husband woke up from a dream and was muttering about "The Lord of the Rings."
Idaho Department of Education appoints Alica Holthaus as deputy superintendent for northern regions
Former superintendent of the Mountain View and St. Maries Joint school districts, Alica Holthaus, will join the Idaho Department of Education as deputy superintendent of the northern regions.
Families of first responders deserve the best protections
This law ensures those losses will not be remembered only in memorials, but in action.
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If your current will simply says “everything to my spouse, then to my kids” — with nothing more — it’s worth a conversation. The scenario may be unlikely. But the people it affects most are your children, and they deserve a plan that accounts for it.
OPINION: Raul Labrador chooses sides in Idaho’s Republican civil war
An Idaho Republican civil war has been raging for the last several years between an extreme-right, culture-warrior branch and a reasonable, pragmatic branch whose goal is to deal with actual problems facing the state.
New LDS temple to seek design approval
Plans for a new temple and meeting house of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints will go before the Design Review Commission on Thursday.
Legals for March, 25 2026
Tuesday, March 24
Shawn Wehr named Shoshone sheriff
Post Falls church, school fire deemed accidental
The fire that damaged the River Church and Little Explorers preschool in Post Falls was accidental, according to the Idaho State Fire Marshal’s Office.
Lakeland Joint School District superintendent on paid leave
Lakeland Joint School District trustees have placed Superintendent Rusty Taylor on paid administrative leave for the rest of his contract, effective Monday, according to an email sent to district families, staff and community members.
ISP seeking witnesses in wrong-way crash investigation
Idaho State Police are investigating an injury crash caused by a wrong-way driver Monday night on U.S. Highway 95, about nine miles south of Moscow.
Airstrikes batter Iran as it attacks Israel and Gulf states, while diplomatic efforts gather pace
Any talks between the U.S. and Iran would face monumental challenges. Many of Washington’s shifting list of objectives — particularly over Iran’s ballistic missile and nuclear programs — remain difficult to achieve. Meanwhile, it’s not clear who in Iran’s government would have the authority to negotiate — or be willing to, as Israel has vowed to continue taking out leaders after killing several.
The Latest: Airport wait times remain high as Congress considers a partial DHS funding deal
A National Transportation Safety Board specialist who was trying to get to New York’s LaGuardia Airport to help investigate a deadly collision between an Air Canada jet and a fire truck ran into wider airport delays on Monday.
Merit-based health care bill raises concerns about patient outcomes
Sen. Melissa Wintrow, D-Boise, questioned what problems the legislation was seeking to address in the first place. Rather than pointing to any present practices taking place in Idaho health systems, Toews said the aim was to prevent hiring quota efforts that prioritize characteristics other than merit and, in turn, “puts lives in danger.”
Exploring the increasing trends of alcohol use disorder
Alcohol use disorder remains a growing public health concern in the United States. Discover key reasons behind its growth and why intervention is crucial.
Spring is here and a solid lawn care schedule makes all the difference
A proper lawn care schedule sets the tone for a healthy yard all season. Learn what steps homeowners should prioritize this spring.
Your work from home setup is costing more than you think
A proper work from home setup carries hidden costs most remote workers overlook. Learn what companies and employees are actually spending.
PREP ROUNDUP: Reese Dutton, Helmholz help Lakeland sweep Sandpoint
The day in local high school sports.
THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: With the Zags already gone, all the focus shifts to the M's
The Zags were dismissed from the tournament last Saturday night. It was a shame, because adding Huff would have given Gonzaga a shot to beat anyone.
Request will be on May 19 ballot
Request will be on May 19 ballot
A request for a $3 million-per-year, five-year plant facilities levy will be on the May 19 ballot for voters in the Lakeland Joint School District. If approved, the funds will support facility improvements, safety upgrades and maintenance at the district's 11 schools in the Rathdrum, Athol, Spirit Lake, Garwood and Twin Lakes communities. "As a superintendent, I never want to run a levy unless I absolutely have to," Superintendent Rusty Taylor said Monday. "My team has made it very clear to me that we have to because we have needs around the district."
Foundation marks $200M in grantmaking
Idaho Gives raises record $5M
The Idaho Community Foundation awarded more than $16 million in grants scholarships and charitable distributions in 2025 and surpassed more than $200 million in lifetime grantmaking, the nonprofit announced Monday.
Toews tries again to ease housing costs
New push could legalize duplexes on property where homes are permitted
The Senate now sends to the House bills designed to override local rules restricting duplexes and accessory-dwelling units in Idaho cities — a move Toews hopes will help young buyers gain a foothold in the housing market, and older property owners better leverage their homes.
Silver Mountain responds to avalanche criticism
Skier questions whether adequate mitigation work was done prior to opening
Farnham said Silver Mountain did not initially acknowledge the scope of avalanche activity publicly and expressed concern about transparency, particularly given that General Manager Jeff Colburn also serves as president of Ski Idaho, an organization funded in part through taxpayer‑supported tourism revenues.
Shoshone election field takes shape
Two commissioner seats up
Perhaps the most publicized race is for Shoshone County sheriff. Republicans Chris Rice, John Richter and Shawn Wehr are vying for the recently vacant position.
Northwest Notes March 24, 2026
A note on Circling Raven.
JFAC approves reductions to Secretary of State Office
Supports limited behavioral health restorations
Sen. Jim Woodward, R-Sagle, made a request to have McGrane speak to the impact of this reduction before the committee, but was denied by Tanner, who said added testimony could not be provided during a budget-setting meeting.
Chip Shots March 24, 2026
News, results, etc., from local courses, leagues.
Bathroom bill advances
Would make it illegal for transgender people for use preferred restroom
Sen. Ben Toews, R-Coeur d’Alene, who sponsored the bill, said the legislation was a matter of protecting Idahoans’ safety. “Private spaces such as restrooms, changing areas and showers are sex-separated for a reason,” Toews said. “Individuals in these vulnerable settings have a reasonable expectation of privacy and security.”
Today's Ghastly Groaner
What’s a tired dragon’s favorite steak?
Shoshone County jail bookings
Arrests and bookings for Shoshone County jail.
Venezuelan pair arrested in Shoshone County
One suspected to have terrorist ties
Legals for March, 24 2026
Monday, March 23
ICE officers go to TSA checkpoints at Trump's direction, while long wait times at airports persist
Federal law enforcement officers are a routine presence at international airports. Customs and Border Protection officers screen arriving passengers, and Homeland Security Investigations agents conduct criminal inquiries tied to cross-border activity. But immigration agents are rarely visible at TSA checkpoints, the front line of domestic air travel.
Trump says Iran is eager for a deal to end the war as he extends deadline to allow for diplomacy
Iran denied talks had been held. “No negotiations have been held with the US,” Iranian parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf posted on X, adding that “fakenews is used to manipulate the financial and oil markets.”
Trump says Iran is eager for a deal to end the war as he extends deadline to allow for diplomacy
Iran denied talks had been held. “No negotiations have been held with the US,” Iranian parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf posted on X, adding that “fakenews is used to manipulate the financial and oil markets.”
Emmanuel Grégoire, a Socialist long involved in local politics, becomes Paris' new mayor
The race for Paris mayor was part of France’s second round of municipal elections. Sunday's vote showed clear gains for the traditional left and right, and one major win for the far right in the French Riviera city of Nice.
Here's what to know as the scope of damage from Hawaii's floods becomes clearer
On Oahu's North Shore, famed for big wave surfing, the waters rose quickly after midnight Friday as heavy rains fell on soil already saturated by downpours from a winter storm a week earlier. Raging waters lifted homes and cars. The storm prompted evaluation orders for 5,500 people north of Honolulu — though they were later lifted — and more than 230 people were rescued from the rising waters.
Jury finds that Bill Cosby sexually assaulted woman in 1972, awards her more than $19 million
In court filings, Cosby's lawyers argued that the allegations rested almost entirely on speculation and assumption, saying Motsinger “freely admits that she has no idea what happened.”
‘Accidental lockdown’ lifted at Hayden Meadows Elementary
A “mechanical issue” triggered an accidental lockdown at Hayden Meadows Elementary around 8:30 a.m. Monday, according to the Coeur d’Alene School District.
2 pilots killed when jet collides with fire truck at New York's LaGuardia Airport
The impact crushed the plane's nose, leaving cables and debris dangling from the mangled cockpit. Images from the crash site showed the fire truck flipped onto its side, with most of the damage to its back half.
Iran built a vast camera network to control dissent. Israel turned it into a targeting tool
The use of hacked surveillance cameras among other intelligence in the operation to kill Khamenei was described to the AP by an intelligence official with knowledge of the operation and another person who was briefed on the operation. Neither was authorized to speak with the media and both shared information on condition of anonymity.
As demand for GLP-1 pills and shots surges, healthy habits are still key
GLP-1s can spur weight loss and health benefits on their own, but the effects are larger and last longer when the drugs are combined with lifestyle changes, a recent review of nearly three dozen studies found.
Stocks rally and oil sinks after Trump hints at a possible end to war, even as Iran denies talks
Trump said Monday that he is postponing attacks on Iranian power plants for five days to allow talks to continue. Quickly afterward, Iranian state media cited Iranian officials as denying any talks like Trump described and said Trump had backed down “following Iran’s firm warning.”
Monday TV/Radio highlights
Television, radio highlights for Monday, March 23
Smocks give $10,000 to Young Family’s Foundation of North Idaho
Smocks give $10,000 to Young Family’s Foundation of North Idaho
Pat Hogan, president and cofounder of Young Family's Foundation, said the Smocks' generosity changes the future of a family and community.
Coeur d'Alene's science guy
Neuroscientist seeks to make the complicated easier to comprehend
Ahead of his retirement in May from the teaching staff at Arizona State University, behavioral neuroscientist Brian Smith has put his focus into making science more accessible to more people. “There's a lot of misunderstanding what science is,” Smith said.
Agriculture driving Idaho's economy, U of I study finds
In Kootenai County, ag production totaled $23,353 in 2022
Agriculture continues to be a driving force in Idaho’s economy, generating a record $44.5 billion in annual sales and accounting for 17.2% of the state’s total economic output, according to a new report from the University of Idaho.
Spring is starting with more wild extremes
Today's Ghastly Groaner
What do you call a bear that got caught in a spring shower?
Sunday, March 22
IDAHO ALL-STAR BASKETBALL GAMES: Symons steals the show late ... Coeur d'Alene High product scores 27, earns MVP honors in 23rd annual game at NIC
“I didn’t want to lose this one,” said Caden Symons, who scored 24 of his 27 points in the second half, including the game's final six points. “I had to go out and put on a show in the second half.”
THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Vandals need to keep the love flowing
“We have a championship culture now at Idaho, and the expectation is the expectation. You know, we expect to win championships now,” said Kolton Mitchell, a redshirt sophomore point guard from Lake City High. “So going in, the guys who we'll recruit and get here are going to be expected to work their butts off, and if it's not a championship, then that's down to our standards going forward.”
PREP SOFTBALL: Davenport's triple lifts Coeur d'Alene to walkoff win
Results from Saturday's prep softball matchups.
PREP ROUNDUP: Coeur d'Alene boys, Lakeland girls win at Lewiston invite
Results from Saturday's Lewiston Invitational track and field meet, as well as the prep baseball slate.
NIC SOFTBALL: Cardinals sweep past Utah State-Eastern
Maya Parry, a freshman from Lindon, Utah, had two hits and three runs scored in the second game for NIC (12-17, 5-3 SWAC), which hosts Salt Lake next Friday and Saturday at the Marimn Health Coeur Center in Worley.
County eyes dispatch center upgrades
Could cost about $8.5M
Kootenai County commissioners will consider a multimillion-dollar proposal to upgrade the county’s 911 system and move operations into a new facility.
Britton's last lots sell, neighborhood to be complete by end of summer
Britton's last lots sell, neighborhood to be complete by end of summer
Newlyweds Tatum and Reece Mahaffy live in a small mother-in-law home on her parents' Coeur d'Alene property. "We've been living there for cheap rent, which has been a huge blessing,” Tatum said Thursday. About two months ago, they found out they were approved to move into the Miracle on Britton neighborhood, where they'll finally have a place to call their own.
Summit highlights restoration efforts in North Idaho
Dam removal expected to open up 14 additional miles of Westslope habitat
A lot of great things are happening in North Idaho, said Kootenai Environmental Alliance board president Dave Muise as he welcomed around 50 attendees to the organization’s third annual Green Summit.
CDA couple joining Police Unity Tour to honor those slain in line of duty
CDA couple joining Police Unity Tour to honor those slain in line of duty
For Curt, the ride carries deep personal meaning. His father, Los Angeles Police Officer Keith Gregory DuPuis, was shot and killed in the line of duty on Oct. 27, 1966. This year marks the 60th anniversary of his father’s death, as well as the 30th anniversary of the Police Unity Tour itself.
OUR GEM: Youth Water Summit expands to southern Idaho
Presenting to North Idaho community members during the Youth Water Summit as a Lake City high school junior in the spring of 2021 shaped the course of Lucy Mendez’s future.
‘Suyako’ the lifesaver
LIBRARIES: CLN board vs. intellectual freedom
The question is no longer theoretical: Do we want our libraries guided by a commitment to freedom of thought — or governed by fear of it?
Leon Lamar Bennett, 83
Leon Lamar Bennett, LTC, US Army (Retired), died on Feb. 28, 2026. Born in 1942 at home near Longs, S.C., he was the son of the late Myra M. Grainger and Leon A. Bennett.
The power of books
Businesspeople take note: People who read business books earn more money — a lot more!
AMERICA: Religious freedom and country under threat
We must fortify and enlighten ourselves in defense of this threat. An educated mind is hard to decieve.
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Today's Ghastly Groaner
What's the best way to watch a fishing show?
Michael Douglas Michael, 65
Michael “Mike” Michael, a devoted husband, father, mentor, and veteran, passed away on March 14, 2026, in Spirit Lake, Idaho. Born on June 6, 1960, at Nouasseur Air Base in Morocco,
A familiar face at the helm of Hagadone Marine Center
Hagadone Marine Group has named Taylor Fore as general manager of Hagadone Marine Center, tapping a longtime company leader to oversee operations at one of the region’s largest marine facilities.
Community Thanks
See who's giving thanks.
OVERREACH: HB822 and unintended consequences
This bill goes against the values of limited government and personal liberty and places the state between families, children, and trusted professionals like teachers and counselors. It creates a uniform solution in situations that are often deeply personal and nuanced.
STR bill not necessarily a bad thing
What cities and counties can’t do is limit the STR numbers, which is something Coeur d’Alene was considering a few years ago before an alliance threatened legal action. It can't require the property owner be onsite.
WHITE: Thanks for model leadership
I want to first thank Chief White for his extraordinary and professional service to the residents of Coeur d’Alene in keeping us safe and informed daily.
ADVERTORIAL: Advertisement: The right ways to leave an inheritance to a loved one with a disability
A generous inheritance can, paradoxically, leave a vulnerable loved one worse off. The solution is a Special Needs Trust — and every Idaho family in this situation should understand how it works.
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Sandpoint City Hall to close Fridays
TSA: Congress should pay DHS fees
Congress should fund Department of Homeland Security, it is the money we pay when we fly on an airline.
Saturday, March 21
A wave of executions is feared in Iran after 3 young men were hanged this week
The wrestler, Saleh Mohammadi, was hanged early Thursday morning — along with Mehdi Qasemi and Saeed Davoudi — in Qom, just south of the capital, Tehran, according to state media. They had been sentenced on charges of “moharabeh,” or “waging war against God,” for allegedly killing two police officers during protests in the city.
Iran targets British-US base and its main nuclear enrichment site is struck again
Residents said Iran’s capital saw heavy airstrikes as they marked the end of the holy month of Ramadan.
Hawaii’s worst flooding in 20 years threatens dam, prompts evacuations as more rain looms
Gov. Josh Green said the cost of the storm could top $1 billion, including damage to airports, schools, roads, people's homes and a Maui hospital in Kula.
Lake City’s Carlson named Gatorade Idaho Player of the Year in boys basketball
Carlson, a 6-foot-8, 205-pound forward, led the Timberwolves (19-8) to the class 6A state title recently, averaging 17.7 points, seven rebounds and 3 assists per game this season. Carlson averaged 19.3 points on 51.3% shooting at state
PREP ROUNDUP: Trojan baseball team walks way to first victory
Results from Friday's prep baseball and softball matchups.
THE FRONT ROW with JASON ELLIOTT: Same story, just a little slower start
But with limited home dates for area high school baseball teams, a sluggish start wasn’t helping anyone’s attitude this week.
NIC SOFTBALL: Hatch, Roberts power Cardinals in opener in Utah
NIC (10-17, 3-3 SWAC) and Utah State-Eastern (9-11, 2-6) play another doubleheader today in Helper.
Final rosters announced for annual Idaho all-star games
The event begins with the girls game at 1 p.m., followed by the boys game at 3:30 p.m.
Trouette gets community service for town hall battery
Security company owner says he believed he was acting lawfully under sheriff’s direction
Security company owner Paul Trouette won’t spend any time in jail for battering two people who spoke out when a woman was dragged from a chaotic legislative town hall at Coeur d’Alene High School last year if he completes community service hours.
Bill Greenwood praised at retirement party for leadership, passion
Bill Greenwood praised at retirement party for leadership, passion
Greenwood joined the city in March 1999. He worked his way up to supervisor, superintendent, interim director and finally, parks director in 2013.
City plans workshops on downtown core changes
The city plans to conduct workshops to gauge the impact of possible changes to height restrictions, zoning code and design guidelines in the downtown core.
Reed honored with Daughters of the American Revolution Women in History Award
Reed honored with Daughters of the American Revolution Women in History Award
The Daughters of the American Revolution, Lt. George Farragut Chapter, honored Mary Lou Reed with the 2026 Women in American History Award during a well-attended gathering on Friday morning.
NIC students win gold at state competition
NIC students Chris Brandt won gold and Damien Nord-Fencl won silver in Collision Damage Appraisal; Zoe Hunt won gold and Emily Vig won silver in Automotive Refinishing Technology; Destiny Shamblin won bronze in Collision Repair Technology; and Callitia McClintock won gold in Prepared Speech.
Personnel policy for pets passes in Post Falls
With some pushback, the Post Falls City Council on Tuesday approved a clarification to the animals in the workplace exemption policy for city personnel.
Today's Ghastly Groaner
What do bees do if they need a ride?
Senate committee introduces bill to regulate, rather than ban kratom
Roundup isn't what it used to be: What gardeners need to know in 2026
The Roundup that you once knew isn't the same weed killer it once was.
Stephen Cutaiar, 69
Stephen Cutaiar, 69, passed peacefully in his sleep after a long illness on March 2, 2026.
FAST FIVE Crystal Bain trips the light fantastic
Meet Crystal Bain, an active choreographer and educator in her community of Coeur d’Alene.
Why are some stars always visible while others come and go with the seasons?
As a space scientist, every time I go outside with my family, I tell my children to look up at the sky.
Pauline 'Polli' Hamlin, 78
Pauline Elizabeth Hamlin (Polli), 78, of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, passed away peacefully on March 16, 2026, surrounded by loving family and dear friends in the exemplary care of Hospice of North Idaho. Born on Jan. 5, 1948, in Bremerton, Wash.
State of moviedom: Mergers, Oscars and 'The Bride!'
For all the talk about the Oscars being “out of touch” with moviegoers, the industry tried their best to celebrate the best of what distinguishes cinema from other entertainment consumption.
PET TALK Understanding Heterobilharzia americana in dogs
Understanding Heterobilharzia americana in dogs
For many dogs, there’s nothing better than splashing in a lake, pond or river.
IT'S THE SIMPLE THINGS: Dog bite, prosecutor's office and animal control
DOG BITE, PROSECUTOR’S OFFICE AND ANIMAL CONTROL
School and Senior Meals: Mar. 23 -27
See what's cooking!
Private company pitches Boundary County jail funding
Janet Celentano, 87
Janet Louise Celentano was born April 14, 1938, to Stewart and Alta (Wathen) Kelso in San Jose, Calif. She passed peacefully on the morning of March 3, 2026.
Shelton 'Joseph' Bordelon III, 81
Shelton Joseph Bordelon III (Joe), 81, passed away on Feb. 25, 2026. He was born April 18, 1944, in San Diego to Sheldon Bordelon and Helen Silveria. Known as “Butch”
Movers and Shakers
NIC names Gwen Cash-James new provost and vice president for academic affairs.
Legals for March, 21 2026
Friday, March 20
Celebrate World Down Syndrome Day on Saturday
The organization is also partnering with coffee stands to help spread awareness. Participating locations Jitterz locations, Gourmet Bean on Government Way and Outlaw Coffee in Hayden.
Over 5,500 told to evacuate flooding in Hawaii as officials warn 120-year-old dam could fail
Hawaii Gov. Josh Green said in a social media post that the Hawaii National Guard has been activated to respond to the flooding. “The storm of course is very severe right now, particularly on the northern part of Oahu,” he said, describing chest-high flood waters. “It’s going to be a very touch-and-go day.”
The Latest: US deploys thousands more troops to the war as Iran threatens world tourism sites
They were under siege by a Mexican cartel. Now these civilians fight back with AK-47s and grenades
The vigilante group was formed in 2020 when the cartel La Nueva Familia Michoacana tried to take control of seven communities buried deep in the mountains along a strategic throughway connecting cartels to the port city of Acapulco, where drugs and other illegal goods flow.
Iran threatens world tourism sites and says it is still building missiles 3 weeks into war
Iran fired on Israel and energy sites in neighboring Gulf Arab states as many in the region marked one of the holiest days on the Muslim calendar. Iranians were also celebrating the Persian New Year, known as Nowruz, a normally festive holiday that is more subdued this year.
Chuck Norris, martial arts master and actor whose toughness became internet lore, dies at 86
In 1993, he took on his most famed role, as a crime-fighting lawman in TV's “Walker, Texas Ranger.” The show ran for nine seasons, and in 2010, then-Gov. Rick Perry awarded him the title of honorary Texas Ranger. The Texas Senate later named him an honorary Texan.
Kootenai County resident with measles had been at Sacred Heart ER
Most people have immunity to the measles through vaccination, so the risk to the general public is low. However, with confirmation of measles virus here, Spokane Regional Health District is advising individuals to check their children’s and their own vaccination status and verify that they are up-to-date with the measles mumps rubella vaccine.
‘I’ve been loving it so far’ ... Former Lake City star Buchanan eyes deep NCAA run with Iowa State — and it nearly started against a former high school teammate
Former Lake City star Buchanan eyes deep NCAA run with Iowa State — and it nearly started against a former high school teammate
“It definitely feels different,” Buchanan said Thursday, in a phone interview. “The First Four, it’s like you play in that to get into the NCAA Tournament, so like actually being in it, and experiencing it ... when I was at Virginia we found out we made it, and had practice that night and flew out the next day.”
Rough return: Vandals fall to hard-nosed Cougars in first NCAA tournament game since 1990
"The atmosphere was great," Mitchell said. "It was sweet to be able to play in an arena like this, but once you're on the court I feel like it's the same anywhere where you are playing. The hoop is still the same and everything, so once you get in that zone, it feels like just like basketball."
PREP ROUNDUP: Symons, Wolfe named MVPs at Mullan all-star games
Area seniors compete in 39th annual games at Mullan Pavilion on Thursday.
Weekend TV/Radio highlights
Television, radio and streaming highlights for upcoming weekend.
River Tech 'resurrection' in works
Principal says school hopes to find new home
In the days since fire struck at its space at The River Church, River Tech School of Performing Arts and Technology Principal Dan Hegelund said that families faced the loss of their space by meeting the issues it caused head on.
Residents weigh in on McIntire park plans
Upgrades could include fitness stations, gardens
Two Master Plan concept maps drawn up by Architects West were presented during an open house at City Hall Thursday night. Attendees were encouraged to vote by placing a sticker on their preferred layout, share feedback with representatives from Architects West, and discuss the park’s future with neighbors.
Recent snow keeps Silver Mountain, Lookout spinning
KSD re-approves levy resolution
Wants it to reflect current tax conditions
Popular charitable event celebrates best year yet
Popular charitable event celebrates best year yet
More than $13,000 was raised Feb. 28 at the sold-out 2026 Bartender's Ball at the Coeur d'Alene Casino. "This was the best year yet," Bartender's Ball organizer Holly Hansen told The Press.
Clean comedian Michael Palascak to take stage March 28
Merlin’s Comedy Club will present clean comedian Michael Palascak for a performance at 6 p.m. March 28 at the Kroc Center.
HISTORY: The 'shadow in the woods'
There was a time when a shadow sat in the woods — a compound built on exclusion and the dry-rot of hate. But we didn’t just wait for it to go away. We destroyed it.
Music conservatory announces three April concerts
Three Music Conservatory of Coeur d’Alene piano performances will take place in April.
City to host downtown revitalization open house
City staff will be holding an open house in Sandpoint Community Hall next week to provide an updated design and gather public input on the Downtown Revitalization Phase No. 3 project.
Pastor Tim Remington leads by example when it comes to forgiveness
When Odom was in prison, Remington visited him. They talked. They played chess. They shared stories of their lives.
DIGITAL MONEY: Consider alternatives
My hope is that readers will consider alternatives to electronic slavery.
Students showcase skills at Idaho Exhibition of Ideas
Students from across North Idaho exhibited creativity and ingenuity Friday, March 13 during the Idaho Exhibition of Ideas Student Showcase at Twin Lakes Elementary School.
OPINION: Learning to disagree better
When we stop trying to understand each other, we stop being effective. And when we assume bad intent instead of asking questions, we guarantee the divide gets wider.
North Idaho Pride Alliance launches scholarship
The North Idaho Pride Alliance is launching a scholarship for local high school seniors.
Kingston teen launches debut novel
The launch of her novel included a book signing and reading, and it was the first time Mariah held a copy of the published book in her hands. Her closest friends and her family attended, but it was not open to the public due to post-transplant health concerns.
Helen MaRee Hakola, 87
Helen MaRee Hakola, 87, of Kingston, Idaho, passed away March 8, 2026, at Mountain Valley of Cascadia Nursing Home in Kellogg, Idaho. Helen was born July 2, 1938, in Poplar, Idaho, a daughter of the late Gerwin and Leola (Christensen) Bowcutt. She grew up in the Bellevue, Idaho, area.
Hayden Cinema movie times
Hayden Cinema movie times
Shoshone County jail bookings
Arrests and bookings for Shoshone County jail.
John Wallace Pierce Jr., 81
John Wallace Pierce, Jr., of Smelterville, Idaho, finished his course on earth on March 12, 2026. John was born on Dec. 1, 1944, in Mountain Home, Idaho.
TRUMP: Words still matter
We can do better.
Committee holds off on kratom ban
Fate of regulatory bill remains uncertain
Committee holds off on kratom ban
Today's Ghastly Groaner
I stayed at a disgusting motel called The Fiddle.
Libby man sentenced to prison in shooting death of 3-year-old son
Moore remains locked up with his bail at $500,000.
Darlene Carol Sorenson, 81
Darlene Carol Sorenson, 81, passed away peacefully in her sleep after enjoying a wonderful evening with her husband, Neil, and their friends on Dec. 17, 2025. Darlene was born March 30, 1944, in Miles City, Mont.
OPINION: Skinsuit Republicans
It’s just common sense.
585 acres along St. Joe River under federal protection
A 585-acre stretch of land along the St. Joe River has been permanently protected following a recent transfer to federal ownership.
TRUMP: Congress must act
AIRLINES: Can afford to pay for TSA
Airlines are expected to achieve a combined total net profit of $41 billion in 2026. I think they can afford to pay the TSA agents, don’t you?
Forestry grants available through Idaho Department of Lands
The Idaho Department of Lands is now accepting applications for the 2026-2027 Urban and Community Forestry Grant Program, with $200,000 available to support forestry projects in Idaho communities.
Floyd Allen Draine Sr., 78
Floyd Allen Draine, Sr., passed away at home surrounded by his loving family on March 10, 2026, in Post Falls, Idaho. He was 78 years old. Floyd was born on Feb. 20, 1948, in Sandpoint, Idaho, to Daisy Margaret (Bocook) and Albert Benjamin Draine
MY TURN: The case for protecting Idaho’s babies: What the science says about cannabis and pregnancy
Based on the growing body of data, it is clear that prenatal cannabis exposure is not benign.
Legals for March, 20 2026
Thursday, March 19
Dolores Huerta ends her silence, champions decades of advocacy for marginalized groups
As co-founder of what eventually became the United Farm Workers union, Huerta has been the face of a movement that for decades aimed to empower the lives of workers through higher wages, health benefits, pensions and improved safety.
The body of an American student who went missing in Barcelona has been found, police in Spain say
Catalan police say that their investigation continues into the cause of death.
California community ties all-time March temperature record in the US
Triple-digit temperatures also came earlier than ever before in Phoenix when the Arizona capital hit 101 degrees Wednesday, according to the National Weather Service. The previous record was set almost 40 years ago, on March 26, 1988, the only other time Phoenix temperatures have climbed into the hundreds during the month of March, according to the NWS.
Strikes hit world's largest natural gas field in Iran, and Tehran retaliates with more attacks
Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates all denounced the Iranian attacks targeting their natural gas fields, with Saudi Arabia’s top diplomat saying assaults on the kingdom meant “what little trust there was before has completely been shattered.”
Trump faces his most difficult Iran war decision: Will he deploy US troops to seize uranium?
Much of it is believed to be buried under the rubble of a mountain facility pummeled in U.S. bombings Trump ordered last June that he had claimed “obliterated” Tehran's nuclear program.
Pentagon seeks $200 billion in additional funds for the Iran war, AP source says
Congress has been bracing for a new spending request but it is not clear the White House has transmitted the request for consideration. Lawmakers have not authorized the war, and Congress is showing growing unease with the military operation’s scope and strategy.
THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Former Lake City and now Idaho guard Kolton Mitchell: 'March Madness, I’ll play through anything to be able to play in that'
“The good thing about Kolton is, you can talk to him about things like that, and he’s so coachable; all he wants to do is win,” Idaho coach Alex Pribble said. “He was an elite scoring guard in high school, and he was an elite scoring guard for us last year. This year, we had a few more weapons — we could throw the ball inside, we could spread the ball around a little bit. We asked Kolton at times to take more of a distributor role, and he didn’t blink an eye.
Vandals face a (literal) tough task tonight in Houston
Idaho is playing in the NCAA tourney for the first time since 1990. Houston was the national runner-up last year.
PREP ROUNDUP: Lake City downs Lakeland in nine innings
St. Maries opens softball season with win over Kendrick.
At College: March 19, 2026
Updates on area athletes at the next level.
All-league boys basketball
Top honorees for 3A Central Idaho League announced.
Bieker named new fire chief
Search continues for police chief; Hagar to remain in interim role
Women at Work highlights career pathways
Dozens of women and even a few men gathered to learn about NIC’s offerings and talk to local women who work in CTE fields.
Post Falls Little League seeks lower fees
Parks director disputes claim they are too high
It wasn’t an item on the meeting agenda, but residents and families representing Post Falls Little League made their feelings known about the fees they pay annually for use of seven to eight city fields.
37-home subdivision in Hayden advances
P&Z recommends approval despite concerns
The Hayden Planning and Zoning Commission will recommend that the City Council approve the preliminary plat for the proposed Sycamore Valley subdivision at the intersection of East Miles Avenue and North Maple Road.
Bowling scores: March 19, 2026
Scores from area leagues.
Northwest Notes March 19, 2026
Notes on Idaho Vandal athletics and new hires for the Eastern Washington football coaching staff
Third graders apply math lessons to baking
Third graders apply math lessons to baking
The ratio of doughnuts to students was deliciously disproportionate Monday afternoon as Abby Fremouw's third graders applied fractions and mathematics to baking.
Fish and Game fur auction coming up
March 25 is 'Operation Cleanup Day'
A volunteer litter cleanup campaign along U.S. Highway 95 between Athol and Coeur d'Alene is slated for March 25, marking the return of the Idaho Transportation Department's Operation Clean Up.
Marilyn Riggs, 86
Marilyn J. Riggs, 86, passed away on Feb. 14, 2026, in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. She was born July 28, 1939, in Bell, Calif., to Calvin Tilden A. Riggs and Isabelle Marion Trog Riggs.
Let Her Rip watersports lottery open
A free watersports experience for girls and women is coming to Coeur d'Alene and has 40 open slots.
Coolin planned development denied, subdivision continued
In a combined land use hearing for a connected planned unit development and subdivision hearing, Bonner County commissioners moved to unanimously deny the PUD while continuing the subdivision, citing compliance concerns with Bonner County Revised Code.
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to spend $20 million to replace Albeni Falls Dam spillway gates
The United States Army Corps of Engineers has awarded a $20 million contract to Knight Construction and Supply that will see all 11 spillway gates at thee Albeni Falls Dam replaced, according to a Wednesday press release.
Post Falls man imprisoned for attempted strangulation
A man who choked a woman and attempted to influence her testimony in the case will spend up to 15 years in prison.
White-nose syndrome confirmed in Idaho bats for first time
A Little Brown Myotis and Long-eared Myotis (also known as Western Long-eared Bat) collected in 2025 from Bonner County, and one bat collected in 2026 from Kootenai County, tested positive for white-nose syndrome. The Kootenai County bat is awaiting final species confirmation.
Today's Ghastly Groaner
What did the whale say when he turned himself in to the police?
Idaho House gives go-ahead to verify nationality and immigration status
Federal appeals court upholds injunction on Montana’s drag ban
The 9th Circuit Court of Appeals upheld provisions last week blocking Montana from enforcing a ban on drag story hours and performances in public schools and libraries.
IDFG: Anglers can expect 'productive' kokanee season
Kokanee abundance at Anderson Ranch Reservoir continues to rise, supported by strong year-classes and improved survey data.
Wild & Scenic Film Festival returns to the Panida
The 7th Annual Wild & Scenic Film Festival is coming back to the Panida Theater, featuring short films that explore public lands access, outdoor heritage, wildlife adaptation, and the hidden worlds of nature.
Resort chef cooks with Team Idaho
Students will head to culinary competition next mongth
“These students have worked incredibly hard to reach this level,” said Chef Justin Lee, Resort Executive Chef at The Coeur d’Alene Resort and Team Idaho coach. “Representing Idaho on the national stage is a tremendous achievement, and we’re proud to support the next generation of culinary and hospitality professionals.”
Legals for March, 19 2026
Wednesday, March 18
Photo of Trump at dignified transfer for US service members killed in Middle East
President Donald Trump arrives with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Dan Caine and members of Congress, on Air Force One, Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at Dover Air Force Base, Del., to attend the casualty return for the six crew members of an Air Force refueling aircraft who died when their plane crashed in western Iraq while supporting operations against Iran. (AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson)
Bieker selected as new fire chief
Federal Reserve projects one rate cut this year, sees limited economic impact from Iran war
Still, by keeping their forecast for a rate cut this year and next — the same projections that they made in December — central bank policymakers appear to expect the gas price spike from the Iran war to have a largely temporary effect on inflation and the economy. Policymakers also foresee unemployment remaining unchanged by the end of this year, a more optimistic outlook than most outside economists.
Man arrested after climbing into pygmy hippo Moo Deng's enclosure at Thai zoo
Moo Deng soared to stardom shortly after she was born in 2024, largely thanks to a keeper who shared adorable pictures and videos of the baby hippo on social media. Since then, she has drawn large crowds from Thailand and abroad who want to witness her charm in person and shoot photos and videos of her cute moments for themselves.
Winds, blizzards and triple-digit heat put over half of the US in the path of extreme weather
The storm system that dropped snow by the foot in the Midwest, causing whiteout conditions in some areas, barreled toward the East Coast, dropping heavy rain, threatening high winds and prompting multiple tornado warnings.
Both sides in Iran war ratchet up attacks on energy facilities, as oil prices surge
The price of oil surged another 5% to over $108 a barrel on international markets, increasing the price of gasoline and other goods, and putting pressure on consumers and economies around the world. The price of Brent crude, the international benchmark for oil, is now up close to 50% since the start of the war.
How couples are reinventing wedding reception dining experiences
Discover how couples are reinventing wedding reception dining experiences. Explore the trends and elevate your celebration!
PREP ROUNDUP: Big fifth inning sends Timberlake baseball past Clarkston in season opener
Area high school teams finally open baseball, softball and track and field seasons.
Youth Sports March 18, 2026
Scores, news, photos from local youth sports teams, leagues, etc.
Signing photos March 18, 2026
Area athletes sign to compete at the next level.
Northwest Notes March 18, 2026
Notes on Gonzaga men's basketball, Idaho athletics and North Idaho College men's and women's basketball.
ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Cyrus Coppinger, Christian Center School
Christian Center School basketball player Cyrus Coppinger is this week's Knudtsen Chevrolet Press Athlete of the Week.
Remington shooter released
Coeur d'Alene pastor says he still prays for the man who tried to kill him
The man who shot Coeur d’Alene pastor Tim Remington 10 years ago has been released from prison to live in Post Falls, according to authorities.
Cane's craze hits Coeur d'Alene
Restaurant grand opening attracts hundreds
Raising Cane’s at 163 W. Neider Avenue opened its doors to the community for the first time Tuesday morning — but some devoted “caniacs” were in line well before that.
Gov. Little OKs 4% cuts for most state agencies
KCFR proposing two-year levy override
Fire chief says it's necessary to maintain services
Voters within the Kootenai County Fire and Rescue (KCFR) service district will decide on a temporary two-year levy override in the election May 19.
Input wanted on McIntire Family Park draft plan
Meeting set for Thursday at Hayden City Hall
The park includes several dedications and memorials and hosts annual community events. Come spring and summer, it's popular.
COUNTY: Inflexible daycare policy unfair
Requiring employees to meet a strict 7:00 a.m. start time, without consideration for real-world childcare logistics, places an unnecessary burden on working families.
FLAG BURNING: End protester’s benefits
I sincerely hope that sometime in the future James will regret his actions.
CURRENT EVENTS: Seeking clarification
The U.S. is becoming politically alienated from allies as a result of its actions.
TRUMP: Remember these promises?
Remember a year ago...
Idaho lawmakers order investigation of sexual assault in women’s prisons
Sen. James Ruchti, D-Pocatello, presented the request to committee members at Friday’s hearing. InvestigateWest’s “Guarded by Predators” series was the “genesis” of the request, he said.
HOUSING: South Carolina sets example
South Carolina tripled taxes on non-owner-occupied homes.
ALLIES: Lack of support no surprise
“If you wish to go fast, go alone; If you wish to go far, go with others” is an old and true adage we seem to have overlooked and which we would be wise to heed.
OPINION: The MAGA movement is headed for historic election losses this year
Trump grossly miscalculated the impact Iran could have on the world economy by closing off the Strait of Hormuz.
OPINION: Fiscally conservative?
In 2026, far-right legislators in Idaho have given us a case study in how not to run a state.
Sylvester Martin Tibbits Jr., 93
Sylvester Martin Tibbits, Jr., 93, July 9, 1932 - Oct. 14, 2025.
Today's Ghastly Groaner
I can’t eat breakfast without a couple slices of wheat on the side.
Izaak Walton Inn on the market for $18 million
Essex’s Izaak Walton Inn, a beloved old railroad lodge on the southern edge of Glacier National Park, has been listed for sale for $18 million. The offering comes just weeks after its owner closed it and other properties amid significant financial issues.
Avista more than meets the windstorm challenge
Avista thanks the community for their resilience during the storm Community support and perseverance boosted crew morale while repairing outages
Phenomenal night for literacy at Ramsey
Students and their families celebrated connecting science to reading and writing March 5 during A Phenomenal Literacy Night at Ramsey Magnet School of Science.
U of I hits largest-ever spring enrollment
Overall enrollment for spring is 12,213, up from the spring 2025 enrollment of 11,886 students. Undergraduate enrollment is 7,369, up 3.5% over enrollment of 7,123 in spring 2025. Total enrollment — excluding dual credit high school students enrolled in college courses — is up 2.5% to 10,089 students. Other highlights include:
Thomas Sharbono, 78
“Papa” Thomas Edward Sharbono, age 78, of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, passed away on March 7, 2026. Tom was born on Jan. 13, 1948, in Devils Lake, ND.
Jeremy Dunn, 53
Jeremy Dunn, 53
Blue and white, black and orange for the win
Viking and Trojan fans were out in full force Saturday night and it wasn’t a sporting event between rivals. The annual Wine, Stein and Dine to benefit the Post Falls Education Foundation took place at the fairgrounds while the Coeur d’Alene Viking Booster Club’s annual auction brought out the blue and white at the Coeur d’Alene Inn. For decades, our communities and enthusiastic alumni and patrons, dedicated volunteers and extraordinarily generous businesses in Coeur d’Alene and Post Falls are responsible for raising hundreds of thousands of dollars for their respective schools. From educational grants, academics, athletics to the arts and those things not funded by tax dollars that enhance the overall learning experience. The intangible by-product of these two events just may be the shining example to our young people that school spirit and showing up lasts far beyond graduation day. Here’s to the grown-up Vikings and Trojans who raise the bar on community involvement long after their school days are past. Another reason I absolutely love where I live!
Shirley Hayden, 87
Shirley Hayden, 87. April 13, 1938 – Feb. 9, 2026
Kathleen Ann Bonasera, 85
Kathleen Ann (Saso) Bonasera, 85, passed away on March 10, 2026. Kathy was born Jan. 2, 1941, in San Jose, Calif., to Andrew and Beatrice (Huth) Saso.
Legals for March, 18 2026
Tuesday, March 17
A prolonged and unusual March heat wave is gripping cities across the West
It last happened in 2005, when downtown hit a record 87 F (30.5 C) on March 11, part of a two-day heat wave and its record high for the month. In March 2004, the city saw a nearly weeklong heat wave with temperatures around 80 F (26.7 C).
Western Rivers Conservancy transfers 585 acres along St. Joe River to Forest Service
A 585-acre stretch of land along the St. Joe River has been permanently protected following a recent transfer to federal ownership.
Flight cancellations and delays continue after US storms dump snow in the Midwest and head east
Kelly Price, who was trying to get home to Colorado after a family vacation in Orlando, Florida, said her Sunday night flight wasn’t canceled until early Monday. “By that time, the only place for us to sleep was the airport floor. So we’re all tired and frustrated,” she said, adding that the soonest flight she and her family could book doesn’t leave until Tuesday afternoon.
Iran keeps up attacks on neighbors after Israel says it killed 2 of its top officials
The Iranian judiciary’s news agency, Mizan, confirmed the killing of Soleimani. Iran has not confirmed or denied the reported killing of Larijani.
Scottish lawmakers to vote on whether to let terminally ill people end their lives
If the bill became law, people in Scotland with six months or less to live would be able to seek help to end their life. Two doctors would have to confirm the person was terminally ill and had the mental capacity to make the request.
Spirit Lake martial artist Winland gets perfect score in major karate tournament
“This was a major tournament," Siegfried said. "The competition was the toughest we have seen in many years, yet the team performed brilliantly. We were stunned when Miss Alannah Winland (our team captain) received a perfect score in the self-defense division. Our team is known for self-defense, but her performance was exceptional, and judges scores reflected that. Although I am enormously proud of the entire team for their performances individually and collectively, I am most thankful for the way they interacted their parents, themselves, their teammates and their competitors. They treated everyone they met with honor, dignity and respect, which is the most performance of all.”
Report: Idaho nonprofits struggle with hiring, retention
Nonprofit organizations across Idaho are struggling to hire and retain the employees who deliver essential community services in areas like food assistance, mental health services, education and the arts, according to a new report from the Idaho Community Foundation’s Nonprofit Center program.
Athol family loses home to windstorm, grateful for help as it vows to rebuild
Athol family loses home to windstorm, grateful for help as it vows to rebuild
The loss is especially painful for the family, who already had to start over once before. In 2018, they lost their home, belongings, and some animals in California’s Camp Fire. Daniel Wilson was born and raised in Paradise, where the couple also raised their children.
Post Falls church, school damaged in fire
Parent starts fundraiser to help with recovery
The Idaho State Fire Marshal's Office had an investigator onsite Monday. The cause of the blaze remains under investigation.
Meet the candidates for Shoshone County sheriff appointment
PREP ROUNDUP: Local teams waiting for the snow to melt
Updates to the area prep schedule made due to weather.
Dario 'Dean' Madrid, 55
Dario “Dean” Madrid, 55, passed away peacefully on March 6, 2026, after a sudden diagnosis of leukemia. Dean was born on Oct. 10, 1970, in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, to Felix V. Madrid and Shirley (Payton) Madrid.
Today's Ghastly Groaner
What do you get when you cross a four-leaf clover with poison ivy?
Louise Capparelli Graffenberger, 92
Louise Capparelli Graffenberger, 92, lifelong resident of Shoshone County, Idaho, passed away peacefully at Shoshone Medical Center in Kellogg, Idaho, on March 9, 2026. Louise was born on Jan. 21, 1934 up Terror Gulch, outside of Osburn, Idaho.
THE DIRT: The restoration of Prichard Creek
Mark Michael Horning, 64
Mark Michael Horning, 64, of Osburn, Idaho, passed away suddenly on March 13, 2026. Mark was born on April 19, 1961, in Kellogg, Idaho, at the old Wardner Hospital, a son of Harold and Betty (Eid) Horning.
Chip Shots March 17, 2026
Scores, news, etc., from local golf leagues, courses, et al.
Sandy Jean Byington, 81
Sandy Byington, age 81, of Big Creek, Idaho, passed from this life on March 13, 2026. She was born in Park Rapids, Minn., on July 21, 1944, to Ervin and Velva Goldsmith.
$100k bail for stalking, kidnapping suspect
A man who prosecutors said repeatedly entered a woman’s home and held her against her will over the weekend is being held on $100,000 bail.
Bill requiring law enforcement to apply for agreements with ICE dies
CDA police, fire chiefs slated to be appointed Tuesday
Legals for March, 17 2026
Monday, March 16
A Utah woman who wrote a book on grief after husband's death found guilty of murdering him
Prosecutors say Kouri Richins slipped five times the lethal dose of the synthetic opioid into a cocktail that he drank. They say Richins was $4.5 million in debt and falsely believed that when her husband died, she would inherit his estate worth more than $4 million. They
Oldest known whale recording could unlock mysteries of the ocean
The recording predates scientist Roger Payne's discovery of whale song by nearly 20 years. Woods Hole scientists on a research vessel at the time were testing sonar systems and performing acoustic experiments along with the U.S. Office of Naval Research when they captured the sound, said Ashley Jester, director of research data and library services at Woods Hole.
3,800 workers are on strike at one of the largest meatpacking plants in the US
The strike follows accusations from union officials that the company retaliated against workers and committed other unfair labor practices amid contract negotiations. A previous contract expired Sunday night.
Snow and wind hit Eastern US and Midwest, closing schools and grounding more than 3,000 flights
“This is what happens in March and April,” said Brian Hurley, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service. “It’s a clash in the air masses. Winter, not wanting to let go from the North, and then obviously the sun’s getting a little stronger, it’s warming up in the South.”
Israel steps up campaign in Lebanon, as Iran keeps stranglehold on shipping
Iranian strikes on commercial ships in and around the strait, and even just the threat of those attacks, have slowed shipping there to a trickle. That has dramatically increased the price of oil and put pressure on Washington to do something to ease the pain for consumers and the global economy.
NCAA TOURNAMENT: Vandal wait well worth it
Vandals to play Houston on Thursday in first NCAA game since 1990; Zags to play Kennesaw State on Thursday in Portland; UI, GU women open Friday
“It felt forever,” said Idaho point guard Kolton Mitchell, a redshirt sophomore from Lake City High, of the wait on Sunday. “It was probably only 40 minutes but it felt like three hours.”
Monday TV/Radio highlights
Television, radio and streaming highlights for Monday, March 16
KSD renews push for replacement levy
Scrappy Pets project comforts children in crisis
Scrappy Pets project comforts children in crisis
For Venture Academy sophomore Lyric Van Eaton, a classroom sewing assignment turned into something much more powerful.
Galena CEO praises team for accident-free year
Foundation donates $10K to 'Idaho Gives'
This gift will provide prize awards to eligible organizations that demonstrate strong board leadership and community engagement, including achieving 100% board giving during Idaho Gives.
Today's Ghastly Groaner
What kind of bow can't be tied?
Wind and snow
It was certainly a wild week weatherwise across the Coeur d’Alene and Spokane region. On Thursday, March 12, a second round of very strong winds since last December knocked out power and downed some areas trees.
Sunday, March 15
Fire damages Post Falls church
Post Falls, fire, church
SWAT arrests armed suspect in Kootenai County
During the investigation, deputies learned Raper had allegedly stalked the victim, entered the victim’s residence without permission, held the victim against their will, and trespassed at the victim’s home, according to the release.
ISP seeks help regarding 'suspicious circumstances involving a firearm'
If you have any information, please contact Idaho State Police at 208.209.8730 reference incident number 2026-00032199. We thank you for your assistance in this investigation.
Trump's call for countries to send warships to protect the Strait of Hormuz brings no promises
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi told CBS that Tehran has been “approached by a number of countries” seeking safe passage for their vessels, “and this is up to our military to decide.” He said a group of vessels from “different countries” had been allowed to pass, without providing details.
Snow and wind batter parts of US, with threat of thunderstorms and tornadoes starting later Sunday
More than a foot of snow fell in some portions of the Minnesota and Wisconsin as of Sunday morning, according to National Weather Service reports, with another several inches likely to fall in the Minneapolis area amid blizzard warnings by the weather service.
How STEM summer camps are shaping the next generation of innovators
Unleash your child's potential with STEM summer camps. Dive into an enriching environment that cultivates future leaders in science, technology, and more.
THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: ‘I feel really confident now’ — Kyle Manzardo, entering his third season with the Guardians, talks about the ins and outs of baseball — with a few thoughts from dad Paul
“I want to build off the year I had offensively,” Kyle said. “Just improve wherever I can. I want to play better defense this year.”
MODE Prep wraps up inaugural season
MODE finished with a 16-17 record.
Vikings’ Colvin named Gatorade Idaho Player of the Year in girls basketball
Colvin averaged 30.5 points, 7.9 rebounds, 5.3 steals and 4.7 assists en route to becoming the career scoring leader at Coeur d’Alene with 1,521 points. She was also named the 6A IEL Player of the Year for a second time.
PREP ROUNDUP: Lakeland splits again for 2-2 start to season
Lakeland travels to Lake City on Tuesday.
Coeur d'Alene becomes 'The Emerald City'
Hundreds line Sherman Avenue for St. Paddy's parade
Sherman Avenue was transformed into the Emerald City for about half an hour Saturday as hundreds gathered for downtown’s 21st annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade.
Housing push gaining ground
Nearly 700 attainable housing units in the works across Kootenai County
The need for attainable housing remains urgent in Kootenai County, according to Housing Solutions Partnership founding member and city councilor Kiki Miller.
Crowds expected for Cane's opening
ITD, CDAPD joining forces on traffic mitigation
The Idaho Transportation Department is joining forces with the Coeur d'Alene Police Department ahead of Tuesday's grand opening of Raising Cane's at the corner of U.S. Highway 95 and Neider Avenue.
Delivering joy
The birth of triplets at a Coeur d’Alene hospital happens once a generation. So, it’s front-page news in this former timber town when it occurs. On March 15, 2001, Rebecca Brooks, 25, of Post Falls, delivered 5-pound triplets at Kootenai Medical Center. Kalli, Kayne and Kiel appeared in the paper two days later. They joined a family that included father, Wayne, and 5- and 3-year-old sisters. Veteran staffers couldn’t recall another set of triplets born in the previous 25 years at what is now Kootenai Health. Nor did hospital records reveal one. But venerable Dr. Jane Gumprecht told The Press that she helped her husband, Dr. Don Gumprecht, deliver triplets in the mid-1950s at the old Lake City General Hospital downtown.
Sunflower Bank expands mortgage presence in Coeur d'Alene, Spokane
Sunflower Bank is expanding its mortgage lending footprint in the Inland Northwest.
Vandals plan selection show gatherings today in Moscow, Hayden Lake.
Selection show gatherings for Idaho Vandal fans are scheduled for today in Moscow and in Hayden Lake.
OPINION: Legislature should require an impact statement on health-related bills
While our lawmakers are required to provide a fiscal impact statement with each legislative measure (and truth be told, the statements are often wild estimates), there is absolutely no requirement for them to spell out the impact that health-related legislation will have on the lives of the people. That information would certainly be more important than a calculation of the monetary cost.
ADVERTISING: Advertorial - Separating the signal from the noise
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Legislator's speech hits the mark
We are saying that we Guthrie makes a good point: To set the example, a show of good faith, legislators could tighten their own belts first.
Adieu, Lou
I had to say goodbye to one of my closest friends, and we lost a national treasure, with the passing of Lou Holtz.
SPENDING: $2M on crab legs a great deal
SPENDING: $2M on crab legs a great deal
Wilma (Hughes) Higgins, 89
Wilma (Hughes) Higgins passed away peacefully on Feb. 1, 2026, at her apartment at Garden Plaza in Post Falls, Idaho. Wilma was born April 7, 1936, in Salmon, Idaho, to Raymond and Edna Hoy.
Downtown Association offers 'weekend getaway'
Shoppers who support downtown local businesses this spring could win a weekend getaway valued at more than $1,000.
ADVERTISING: Advertorial - Bugs and crud
Property owners and tree care professionals who recognize the early warning signs can often prevent more serious damage later in the season.
Joanne Sutton Best, 92
Donna Joanne Sutton Best came into this world on Jan. 9, 1934, and passed on to the next on Jan. 12, 2026. Born to a pioneer family, her parents, Donald Smock and Donna Hendricks, were among the first generation born in Twin Falls
Sandpoint warns of invoice scam attempt
Latest attempt target Planning Division customers
A renewed scam is circulating in Sandpoint, with fraudulent emails seeking payments tied to development applications.
Milestone Announcements
Robert (Bert) and Kerri Thoreson will mark their 40th wedding anniversary on March 15.
ADVERTISING: Advertorial - Who will take care of your pet when you can't?
Without a plan, the answer may be no one — at least not right away.
OPINION: Promoting heart health
Today's Ghastly Groaner
Why does the River Shannon have so much money in it?
William Blessing, 82
William P. Blessing (Bill), born Oct. 2, 1943, in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, has passed away in Boise, Idaho, on March 4, 2026.
Nancy Marie Hysong, 89
Nancy Marie Hysong, born on Oct. 21, 1936, in San Bernardino, Calif., went home to be with the Lord on March 3, 2026, in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, surrounded by her family.
Community Thanks
See who's grateful!
Saturday, March 14
Crew of fatal US military crash included Alabama father and several from Ohio
Also aboard the aircraft was an Ohio man whose loved ones remembered him for his smile, his parents said. The Pentagon hasn’t yet announced the identities of the six, but families began revealing who had died Saturday.
Candidates announced for vacant Shoshone County Sheriff seat
This marks the second time the SCDCC has submitted a list of sheriff candidates to the commissioners in the past five months, following the resignation of Holly Lindsey in Oct. 2025 and the more recent resignation of William Eddy last month.
Two rescued after avalanche at Silver Mountain
Two people were rescued Friday afternoon after an avalanche at Silver Mountain, according to the resort.
Iranians grapple with whether to flee the country because of the war
So far, relatively few people have chosen to leave: The U.N. estimates that only about 1,300 Iranians have fled via Turkey each day since the war started, and on some days, more people return to Iran than depart. But Iran's neighbors and Europe are growing increasingly concerned about a possible migration crisis should the war drag on and are making contingency plans.
Jet fuel prices are rising. That could make summer flights more expensive
The war is constraining oil exports and prompting major producers like Kuwait, Saudi Arabia and Iraq to scale back output as shipments face growing obstacles.
Tehran threatens Middle East's busiest port as Iran war enters its third week
The Tripoli was spotted by commercial satellites sailing near Taiwan, putting it more than a week away from the waters off Iran.
From safety to resale value, bathroom upgrades are getting renewed attention
Explore how bathroom upgrades can enhance safety and boost resale value. Discover key improvements that pay off, attracting buyers and creating safer spaces.
Mastering your big move: Ultimate relocation guide
Discover top strategies for relocation success! Learn how to simplify your move and thrive in your new place. Click here to start your seamless transition.
THE FRONT ROW with JASON ELLIOTT: The noise from the north is coming in girls wrestling
Wrestling has come a long way for the girls since the first state-sanctioned meet by the Idaho High School Activities Association in 2022.
PREP ROUNDUP: Lakeland softball powers up for split
Lakeland softball heads to Utah to open season.
THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Some stuff to take care of for M's first
There’s work to do before the Mariners open the regular season later this month. For openers, we need to find the magic 26.
Mid-March snowfall a welcome sight for many in Coeur d'Alene
Mid-March snowfall a welcome sight for many in Coeur d'Alene
The Moseley have also been missing the snow this winter and with spring just around the corner, she worried it might be getting too late for it to make a final appearance.
CDA angler hooks record cutthroat trout
CDA angler hooks record cutthroat trout
The new record fish — caught from the lake and not one of its tributaries — is an exceptionally large specimen for a Westslope cutthroat trout, which rarely surpass 20 inches…let alone 27. This continues to reinforce Lake Pend Oreille’s reputation as Idaho’s top trophy trout fishery.
Rathdrum council OKs 40-acre annexation in split vote
50 residences could eventually be developed; water pressure could be a problem
The Rathdrum City Council approved the Thomas/Meyer annexation in a 2–1 vote Wednesday night, paving the way for potential residential development on acreage west of Highway 41 and south of Nagel Road. The 40-acre property is now zoned medium-density residential (R-2A), though only about 18 acres are considered buildable under current plans.
NIBCA show at Kootenai County Fairgrounds this weekend
NIBCA show at Kootenai County Fairgrounds this weekend
Having set up his booth representing Two Brothers Painting in the dark on Thursday, Spencer Shoesmith was relieved to return the next morning to see the lights had come back.
Committee amends child social media bill
Sends city flag bill to Senate
To determine whether these measures need to be restricted for a certain account, social media platforms will be required to estimate the age of the account holder and shut down until parental consent is provided.
Coeur d'Alene School District high schools announce honor rolls
High schools in the Coeur d'Alene School District have announced fall 2025 honor rolls.
Avista seeking rate increase
Nearly 2,000 Coeur d’Alene, Lake City, Venture students make honor roll
Nearly 2,000 Coeur d’Alene, Lake City, Venture students make honor roll
Nearly 2,000 students from Coeur d’Alene and Lake City high schools and Venture Academy earned honor roll recognition for strong academic performance during the first semester of the school year.
'This is my second home’: LPOHS students, alumni express frustration at decision to move school
School set to move to portables by Pine Street Field in 2027
Students, alumni and supporters of Lake Pend Oreille High School packed the district’s meeting room Tuesday to express frustration about the decision to move the school to portables behind Sandpoint Middle School in 2027.
Today's Ghastly Groaner
Why did the leprechaun go outside?
My Turn: 15 years later, recalling the words of Wally Connally
War hero and longtime police volunteer Wally Connally will turn 90 in September.
Wildlife, forestry experts to gather in Moscow
IPNF looking to increase timber harvests
The Family Forest Landowners and Managers Conference, March 29-31, will center on forestry and wildlife and offer tools to better navigate the complex trade-offs facing forest landowners in a rapidly changing world.
PET TALK Caring for a special needs dog
Providing a safe, loving home for a dog is rewarding for many reasons, and it can sometimes be even more so for a canine companion with special needs.
Kiley to enter plea on murder charges
Jeremiah Kiley is scheduled for arraignment after waiving a preliminary hearing in the death of his grandfather, Joseph Reyes.
Before the bloom: Life lessons from the garden
For many North Idaho gardeners, early March means it’s time to start seeds indoors. Tiny pots, grow lights and careful watering begin the long, time-consuming process that eventually leads to summer harvests. But gardening teaches more than patience with plants; it offers lessons about growth in our own lives.
School and Senior Meals
What's cooking?
Oscar predictions: ‘Sinners’ vs. ‘One Battle After Another’ basically everywhere
With really only two movies in the hunt to win Best Picture at Sunday’s Academy Awards, it should be easy to make predictions down the entire ballot.
FAST FIVE Rylan Butera: Making music for the movies
Meet Rylan Butera, a film composer who was born and raised in Coeur d’Alene. Rylan's music has been featured in internationally released films and media.
First Yellowstone grizzly bear emerges from hibernation
Biologists with Yellowstone National Park reported seeing the first grizzly bear of the spring season on Monday, according to a National Park Service press release.
Jeffrey Dean Braun, 44
Jeffrey Dean Braun, beloved husband, father, and man of faith, sadly passed away Feb. 27, 2026, at the age of 44. Jeff was born Nov. 21, 1981, in Tacoma, Wash.
Candidates file for Kootenai County races
The deadline for filing for the May 19 primary election has passed, setting the stage for several contested races among Republican candidates.
Legals for March, 14 2026
Friday, March 13
Avista restores power to most customers
But impacts of windstorm extending into weekend
Nearly 93% of customers have power restored as crews continue challenging repairs.
Trump says US bombed military sites on an island vital to Iran's oil network
Iran has continued to launch widespread missile and drone attacks on Israel and neighboring Gulf states, and has effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz, through which a fifth of the world's traded oil passes, even as U.S. and Israeli warplanes pummel military and other targets across Iran.
US orders 2,500 Marines and an amphibious assault ship to Mideast after almost 2 weeks of war
Iran has continued to launch widespread missile and drone attacks on Israel and neighboring Gulf states, and has effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz, through which a fifth of the world's traded oil passes, even as U.S. and Israeli warplanes pummel military and other targets across Iran.
Blast rocks Tehran after Israel threatened to target area of government-organized rally
The official, who spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss sensitive military plans, said elements from the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit and the amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli have been ordered to the Middle East. The move marks a major addition of troops to the region.
All 6 airmen on a US refueling plane that crashed in Iraq are dead, US military says
The crash brings the U.S. death toll in Operation Epic Fury to at least 13 service members, seven of whom were killed in combat. About 140 U.S. service members have been injured, including eight severely, the Pentagon said earlier this week.
US forecasts blizzard, polar vortex, heat dome and atmospheric river all at once
It has already started in Los Angeles, with unusual 90-degree March weather that had people in shorts and tank tops seeking shade wherever they could find it, even if it was as slender as a light post.
Old Dominion shooter was released from prison early after completing drug program
Mohamed Bailor Jalloh was sentenced to 11 years in prison after pleading guilty in 2017 to providing material support to a designated foreign terrorist organization, the Islamic State group, and was released about 2½ years early, according to prison records.
VANDALS HEADED TO THE NCAAs: Pribble's vision comes to fruition in Year 3
“It was like, I can’t believe what happened,” said Kolton Mitchell, Idaho’s redshirt freshman point guard from Lake City High, after the Vandals had just clinched their first trip to the NCAA tournament in 36 years. “Just a sense of pride for this team, and our program and the community of Moscow.”
NORTH IDAHO ATHLETIC HALL OF FAME: Longtime ref Stewart heads 2026 class
Tickets for the banquet, which also features the North Idaho High School Awards, are $45 each and can be purchased online by going to www.nihof.org after Wednesday, March 25, and clicking on the “Purchase Tickets” brown box.
PREP SOFTBALL: Peterson pitches Lake City to win in opener
Lake City travels to Central Valley for a doubleheader on Saturday in Spokane Valley.
NIC SOFTBALL: Cardinals drop two in Texas
NIC (9-16) returns to Scenic West Athletic Conference play against Utah State-Eastern on March 20-21 at Helper, Utah.
At College March 13, 2026
Updates on area athletes at the next level.
Windstorm rattles North Idaho
Post Falls residents escape after tree falls on home; thousands without power
Cheryl Corwin heard a loud crack as a tree fell on a nearby home during the windstorm around 1 a.m. on Thursday on Lugo Court, Post Falls. The house Corwin's neighbor, Nicole Hopkins, called home was overshadowed by a large tree.
Home and Garden Show kicks off today
Home and Garden Show kicks off today
No power was no problem for the builders, remodelers, designers and landscapers setting up exhibits Thursday at the fairgrounds for the North Idaho Home and Garden Show.
Commissioners OK supplement to jail OT budget
Captain says an additional $1.5 million without benefits is needed
With the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office outspending its budget for overtime about seven months before the end of fiscal year 2026, mainly due to overtime worked by detention deputies at the county jail, commissioners agreed to supplement the budget.
‘Harmful materials’ law advances
Library Alliance of North Idaho rep says bill lacks clear legal precedent
Zarian argued that since the state already dictates much of what is said in public schools by dictating public school curriculum, choosing what materials are in public libraries and public school libraries is an extension of the government speech doctrine. This concept, established by the U.S. Supreme Court, states the Free Speech Clause of the First Amendment does not restrict government from speaking for itself.
Weekend TV/Radio highlights
Television, radio and streaming highlights for upcoming weekend.
Service and Tradition: Inside Kellogg High’s Marine Corps JROTC Program
Inside Kellogg High’s Marine Corps JROTC Program
Movers and Shakers
Cd'A Public Schools tabs Gary Day for transportation director.
Student-led show closes March 21
Student-led show closes March 21
Extra! Extra! Now is the time to seize the day! Coeur d'Alene Charter Academy's production of "Newsies" opens at 7 tonight. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.
Shoshone County jail bookings
Arrests and bookings for Shoshone County jail.
OIL: Why do prices raise so fast?
OIL: Why do prices raise so fast?
MY TURN: Losing my civility at Costco
Next time, a new plan. Random acts of kindness. A smile for fellow shoppers. Granting the right of way to others. This epiphany meant being cordial. No more regrets.
Locally made film returns for last showing Sunday at Regal Riverstone
Locally made film returns for last showing Sunday at Regal Riverstone
It's been a whirlwind of just more than a year since the Coeur d'Alene-based Paradox Studios released "Recollection," a sci-fi thriller filmed on scene in the Inland Northwest. As the film's select theatrical run comes to a close, it will screen for one last time back where it all started — in Coeur d'Alene. "It's been a long time coming," Director Caden Butera said Tuesday. "We're excited about the next thing."
Free dental sealant clinic offered Saturday at NIC
The North Idaho College Dental Hygiene Program is offering a free dental sealant clinic for people of all ages from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, March 14, at the NIC Dental Hygiene Clinic in the Winton Building.
OPINION: A handkerchief, a legacy, and the work still ahead
'Tamin' of the Shrew' opens tonight at Kroc Center
'Tamin' of the Shrew' opens tonight at Kroc Center
Classic Shakespeare with a cowboy hat and a Western twang. That's one way to describe Shakespeare Coeur d'Alene's production of "The Tamin' of the Shrew," opening at 7 tonight on the Midge and Pepper Smock Family Theatre stage.
MAGA: Idaho legislators going fascist
MAGA: Idaho legislators going fascist
Jennifer Marguerite Sieg, 79
Jennifer Marguerite Sieg (Jenny Braun), 79, of Pinehurst, Idaho, passed away March 7, 2026, at Schneidmiller Hospice House in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. Jennifer was born Feb. 18, 1947, in Lincoln, Ill., to Hilton A. and Neva M. (Hamblen) Wilson.
Kent Gregory Butler, 55
Kent Gregory Butler, age 55 years old, of Fernan Lake Village, Idaho, was taken from the world too soon by a natural disaster on Dec. 17, 2025.
Farm to Table grows with support from Kootenai Electric Cooperative
The Kootenai County Fairgrounds is celebrating another successful year of its Farm to Table program and expressing gratitude to Kootenai Electric Cooperative for a recent $2,500 donation and longtime support of the program.
Where North Idaho gathers, where North Idaho raises its own
Before Cyrus Vore ever sat in a college classroom, he stood in a show ring.
Hazel announces bid for legislative seat
Christa Hazel has announced her candidacy for the Idaho House of Representatives seat for Legislative District 4B, challenging incumbent Rep. Elaine Price, R-Coeur d’Alene, in the May Republican primary.
FULCHER: Hard to find in North Idaho
FULCHER: Hard to find in North Idaho
OPINION: Déjà vu again
Groups like the North Idaho “Republicans” envy the success of the KCRCC and see it as the bone they want.
Today's Ghastly Groaner
Why see a seamstress or tailor on Friday the 13th?
EDIT: Shoshone County needs stability, not partisanship, in the sheriff's office
Third annual Mom Prom on for May 2
Those special ladies who do so much for others will be celebrated in style when Mom Prom returns from 6-10 p.m. May 2 to the Coeur d'Alene Eagles Lodge in downtown Coeur d'Alene.
SPENDING: Does that make America great?
SPENDING: Does that make America great?
'Families Feeding Families' sets record
Kroc Center program fills food bank shelves
More than 66 hours of volunteer service helped make the effort possible. Youth volunteers from Ramsey Magnet School, STEM Charter Academy, the Coeur d’Alene High School Freshman Boys Basketball Team, Christian Youth Theater’s HYPE team, and The Kroc Center’s REVIVE middle and high school youth groups collected food, sorted donations, packed boxes, and loaded trucks for distribution.
TRUMP: Understand context of actions
TRUMP: Understand context of actions
Zinke celebrates securing federal infrastructure funding
Will go to counties in Northwest Montana
Congressman Ryan Zinke symbolically delivered checks for infrastructure projects in Flathead, Sanders and Lincoln counties on Monday, his first public appearance in Montana since announcing his upcoming retirement.
Hayden Cinema movie times
Hayden Cinema movie times
Legals for March, 13 2026
Thursday, March 12
St. Maries man dies in crash
According to the Idaho State Police, the 65-year-old man was northbound in a 2025 Toyota Tacoma northbound when he failed to negotiate a curve and drove left of center. The vehicle struck a southbound 1990 Peterbilt semi-truck driven by a 48-year-old male from St. Regis, Mont.
Iran's secretive top leader vows to keep up attacks in his first statement since being appointed
The statement signaled a willingness to continue the war that has disrupted global energy supplies, international travel and the relative safety enjoyed by the Gulf Arab states. Iran’s unrelenting attacks on shipping traffic and energy infrastructure in the Persian Gulf had earlier pushed oil back above $100 a barrel.
Oil jumps to $100 per barrel and stocks sink worldwide with no clear end in sight for the Iran war
Iran's new supreme leader released his first statement Thursday since succeeding his late father, saying his country would keep up attacks on Gulf Arab neighbors and use the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz as leverage against the United States and Israel. A fifth of the world’s oil typically sails through the strait, and oil producers in the region are cutting production because their crude has nowhere to go.
Windstorm hits North Idaho
“Our crews are ready to respond to whatever this storm brings,” District Engineer Ryan Hawkins said. “The best thing the public can do is prepare ahead of time, limit travel when possible, and rest assured knowing our crews will be out there around the clock keeping people safe.”
Avista: Nearly 30,000 without power across Inland Northwest
Nearly 35,000 Avista customers across the Inland Northwest are without power Thursday morning following the overnight windstorm, according to the latest information from Avista.
BIG SKY MEN'S BASKETBALL CHAMPIONSHIP: Vandals are dancing
Idaho headed to NCAAs for first time since 1990
Brody Rowbury, the big guy from Meridian High, added 12 points. Mitchell, the redshirt sophomore from Lake City High, had 11 points, five rebounds and three assists. Trevon Blassingame added 10 points.
THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Storyline after storyline after storyline from state boys basketball
Not meaning to compare a team that has won three state championships in the past seven seasons to a viral infection. But ...
AT COLLEGE: March 12, 2026
Updates on area athletes at the next level.
Signing photos March 12, 2026
Area athletes sign to compete at the next level.
PREP ROUNDUP: Rain, snow washes out prep openers
Weather forces postponement of three prep baseball games on Wednesday.
Bowling scores: March 12, 2026
Scores from area leagues.
Lakeland eyes four-day school week
'Family time, reset time for students and staff' cited as benefits
A pilot four-day school week is a possibility for the 2026-2027 school year in the Lakeland Joint School District.
Kootenai County jail to appear on reality TV show
The Kootenai County jail will be featured in a new season of the reality TV series “Jail,” with filming expected to occur this summer.
As Hayden woman turns 100, she recalls sheltering during London air raids in World War II
As Hayden woman turns 100, she recalls sheltering during London air raids in World War II
With her 100th birthday only days away, Lilian Begg hasn’t let anything slow her down.
St. Maries grocer named 2026 USA centennial retailer of the year
St. Maries grocer named 2026 USA centennial retailer of the year
Archie’s IGA has been named a 2026 Independent Grocers Alliance USA Centennial Retailer of the Year, recognizing the independent grocery store for "outstanding community leadership, customer service and commitment to independent retail excellence," a press release shared Tuesday read.
Coeur d'Alene High junior selected for cancer research fellowship
Coeur d'Alene High School junior Reagan-Edric Cogburn has been selected to participate in the Ella McKeirnan Memorial Fellowship at the Harper Cancer Research Institute at the University of Notre Dame in Indiana this summer.
From River to Ocean: The Snake River Smolt Monitoring Program
Newly rebuilt trap replaces the trap originally built in 1950s
The original trap, constructed in the 1950s, had reached the end of its service life. The new facility improves safety for both fish and staff while ensuring reliable operation for years to come.
Arts groups seek clarity on Panida access
Board: No policy changes are planned
Concerns over possible access changes at the Panida Theater drew dozens of community arts groups to a recent board meeting, prompting discussion about the theater’s future use, maintenance needs and nonprofit access. Board members said no policy changes are planned as groups emphasized the venue’s community role.
Coeur d’Alene man scheduled to enter plea on sexual abuse charges
House Republicans halt report criticizing gender transition bill
HB 822 carries civil penalties of up to $100,000 if proper notifications are not made
Shortly after this voted was tallied, Rep. Ilana Rubel, D-Boise — one of several Democratic members of the House Judiciary and Rules Committee present for the bill’s initial hearing — sought to have a minority report outlining criticisms of the bill and its hearing be submitted to the House record.
Today's Ghastly Groaner
Why are the Irish so efficient?
Idaho Missing Persons report shows fewer cases in 2025
The number of missing persons cases in Idaho decreased between 2024 and 2025, according to a new report.
2026 Anderson Ranch Reservoir kokanee outlook
The kokanee fishery at Anderson Ranch Reservoir is managed by the Idaho Department of Fish and Game with specific performance objectives. Management targets include an average angler catch rate of 0.5 fish per hour of fishing effort and harvested kokanee averaging more than 12 inches in length. Since 2024, both these objectives have been successfully met.
MY TURN: Gaza Peace Plan
In September 2025, the Gaza Peace Plan, a multilateral agreement between Israel and Hamas, was negotiated by the United States and several Arab and Muslim countries.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices celebrates top producers
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Jacklin Real Estate was started by Wade and Nicole Jacklin in 2021, and its Washington office opened in 2023.
Legals for March, 12 2026
Wednesday, March 11
US stock market remains calm, even as oil prices rise
Since the start of the war, sharp moves for oil prices have triggered swings up and down for financial markets worldwide, sometimes by the hour. Oil prices briefly spiked to their highest levels since 2022 this week because of the possibility that production in the Middle East could be blocked for a long time, which in turn raised worries about a surge of debilitating inflation for the global economy.
Arlee woman, baby killed in U.S. 93 head-on crash
Alcohol is suspected as a factor in the crash that happened at about 9:39 p.m. near Arlee at mile marker 21, according to a Montana Highway Patrol crash report.
US says it destroyed 16 mine-laying vessels as Iran threatens to block Gulf oil exports
Both sides sharpened their rhetoric as the war entered its 11th day. U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth promised the most intense strikes yet while the Pentagon detailed the broader toll of injuries sustained by U.S. troops.
Iran targets ships, Dubai airport and oil facilities as economic concerns mount
The 56-year-old, whose wife was also killed in the Israeli strike, has not been seen since becoming supreme leader on Monday. Yousef Pezeshkian, the son of Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, wrote on social media that he had heard Mojtaba was wounded but that friends said “he is healthy and there is no problem.”
Youth Sports March 11, 2026
Scores, news, photos from local youth sports teams, leagues, etc.
All-league boys basketball
Top honors from 6A Inland Empire League, 5A Inland Empire League, 3A Central Idaho League, 2A Scenic Idaho Conference and 1A North Star League announced.
ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Josh Watson, Lake City High School
Lake City High senior basketball player Josh Watson is this week's Knudtsen Chevrolet Press Athlete of the Week.
THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: M's hope to shake off early drama
The Great Handshake Battle is over. Hopefully.
Gookin outlines priorities
Cd’A mayor, Kootenai County commissioner address business community
Cd’A mayor, Kootenai County commissioner address business community.
St. Patrick's Day celebration set for Saturday in downtown CDA
St. Patrick's Day celebration set for Saturday in downtown CDA
Leprechauns, musicians, a costumed Guinness character and Irish wolfhounds are expected to stroll down Sherman Avenue starting at 3 p.m. at Eighth and Sherman and travel west to First Street.
Lift Station upgrade pegged at $1.2M
Committee goes with low bidder on Miller River project
Five bids, ranging from $884,000 to $1.65 million, were submitted to the Coeur d’Alene Wastewater Department for the Mill River Station upgrade project.
Army veteran opens therapy clinic in Post Falls
Army veteran opens therapy clinic in Post Falls
Licensed clinical therapist, social worker and veteran Maurica Nelsen had to regroup when her behavioral health job with the U.S. Army was on the chopping block during a round of military cutbacks last fall.
McGrane warns of Idaho business slowdowns
JFAC maintains Secretary of State funding
Rep. Chris Bruce, R-Kuna, followed Petzke with a substitute motion to provide the same funding for voter pamphlets, but with a reduction to the Secretary of State’s Office's base budget by $114,200 — effectively implementing a 2% reduction for the coming fiscal year.
SENTENCE: Not tough enough
Perhaps a more extensive, follow-up article or series on all the newer, tougher sentencing provisions for child sex abusers and their impact as a deterrent is in order.
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TRUMP: A total trainwreck
If you are disillusioned by who you see in office, please vote.
OPINION: Donald Trump’s war against Iran is based on lies or delusion
Pentagon briefers told Congress in a March 1 classified briefing that there was no intelligence suggesting that Iran planned to attack American forces. Trump was either delusional or dishonest in using this explanation for his snap decision to start the war.
Carol Lytle, 88
Carol Ann Lytle went to be with the Lord on Feb. 4, 2026. She was 88 eighty-eight years old. Born in Cargill, Ontario, on Nov. 16, 1937.
Random musings and a milestone
Even in this unpredictable winter of ours, I was amused Friday to hear the familiar music of the ice cream truck in our Post Falls neighborhood. On a brisk, chilly day I could not imagine anything less appealing than ice cream but I give props to the ice cream man for his optimism that it will in fact be summer at some point.
$5 million bail for man charged with child sexual abuse
A man accused of sexually abusing two children is in jail on $5 million bail.
Spirit Lake preliminary plat approved
The Bonner County Zoning Commission unanimously recommended approval of a Spirit Lake subdivision’s preliminary plat.
EPSTEIN: Why now?
Billions of tax dollars wasted, is not as important as trying to get dirt on President Trump.
Sharon Westerberg, 66
Sharon Ann Westerberg, beloved aunt, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 1st, at the age of 66 in Pullman, Wash.
Today's Ghastly Groaner
What do you call a leprechaun’s vacation home?
MY TURN: A response to Tim Plass
Public libraries belong to the communities that fund them. The public deserves a clear explanation of the decision to remove books and the standards applied.
OPINION: Hope has a plan
Something powerful is happening: people are reaching for hope.
Phillip James Potts, 95
Phillip James Potts, 95, passed away peacefully at home with loved ones March 6, 2026, in Spirit Lake, Idaho. Phillip was born Feb. 16, 1931, in Aurora, Wis.
Wildlife violations can't be easily dismissed
Sentencing concludes case involving multiple felony wildlife violations in the Panhandle Region
Legals for March, 11 2026
Tuesday, March 10
BLM closes section of remote road near Murray
ITD warns of statewide DMV scam texts
The Idaho Transportation Department is warning residents about a wave of scam text messages circulating across the state.
Israel says Iran is using cluster munitions. What to know about the weapons
Over 120 countries have signed an international convention banning the use of cluster munitions, although Israel, the United States and Iran are among the nations that have not joined the treaty. The weapon has been used for decades in conflicts around the world, including by Israel when it fought the Iran-allied Lebanese militant group Hezbollah in 2006.
US stocks hold steadier as Wall Street waits for the next signal on how long war with Iran may last
A barrel of benchmark U.S. crude also closed lower, settling 11.9% below where it was late Monday, at $83.45.
China's exports surge in Jan-Feb despite waning trade with the US
China’s exports have been a bright spot for its economy despite tensions with the U.S. Chinese exports climbed 5.5% for 2025 as its trade surplus surged to a record of nearly $1.2 trillion.
Pope announces resignation of US bishop accused of embezzling $270K from California parish
Prosecutor Joel Madero said the allegations against Shaleta are connected to monthly rental payments of more than $30,000 from a tenant of the church’s social hall that allegedly were missing. He said there were discrepancies in church accounts and that Shaleta “provided completely unreasonable tales of where that money was going.”
US and Iran dig in and ramp up threats as war rages with no end in sight
Residents of Tehran said they had experienced some of the heaviest strikes of the war, leading to electricity cuts in many neighborhoods of the capital. One resident said his area shook for a half hour from strikes overnight and into Tuesday.
Damaging winds, feet of snow target Northwest Montana mountains
Damaging wind and feet of mountain snow will blast Northwest Montana beginning late Wednesday as Old Man Winter gives it one last hurrah.
Lake City girls coach Pratt resigns
“Lake City was a tremendous place to be; the culture is phenomenal,” Pratt said. “It was a mutual decision to let someone who is in the community, and in the school, have a shot at running the program. It’s difficult to run a program from so far away.”
Signing photos March 10, 2026
Local athletes moving on to the next level.
Coeur d'Alene Backpack Program needs help to keep feeding kids
Coeur d'Alene Backpack Program needs help to keep feeding kids
A program that keeps kids fed when they're out of school for weekends and holiday breaks is facing financially lean days. "We are out of money and our program will not last past this school year," Coeur d'Alene Backpack Program Vice President Jennifer Branstetter told The Press in a Feb. 23 email.
Silver Valley man gets 60 years
Prosecutor says they are pursuing stronger penalties for child sex crimes
Both charges carry potential life sentences. Shoshone County Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Britney Jacobs explained the state’s reasoning behind its sentencing recommendation.
St. Vincent's lands $827K grant
Will help youth, young adults facing homelessness
In October 2024, the Idaho Housing and Finance Association announced it had received a $3.8 million YHDP award from HUD to serve
Bill would ban K-12 gender identity, sexual orientation
Lobbyist: Idahoans would have greater clarity about what is allowed in public schools
The Senate Education Committee voted Monday to hold a bill in committee seeking to enact a total ban on gender identity and sexual orientation in K-12 schools.
THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Seahawks experience the price of success in free agency
Letting Walker, ah, walk was Schneider’s biggest risk among all the free agent traffic. Backup Zach Charbonnet, a solid running back himself, is still recovering from a serious knee injury – so the Hawks will have to find another running back as cover.
Movers and Shakers
Industry expert Rod Centers to guide Cd'A Casino Resort Hotel property growth strategically, operationally
Chip Shots March 10, 2026
Scores, results, news, etc., from local leagues, courses, et al.
JFAC reverses course on wildfire funding
Restricts future firefighter bonuses
IDL Director Dustin Miller responded, in both cases, that using these funds for fire prevention “would not be an appropriate use of this funding.” Miller said the forest protection fund relates to enforcing the Idaho Forest Practices Act through standards around timber harvesting, planting trees and other forms of forest management.
Cherie Dawn Pierce (Collins), 81
Cherie Dawn (Collins) Pierce, 81, of Great Falls, Mont., passed away Jan. 30, 2026, peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones. Cherie was born in Miles City, Mont., on Sept. 26th, 1944. The 9th of 13 children born to Frederick and Genevieve (Schelin) Collins.
Today's Ghastly Groaner
Why did the orange stop?
Shoshone County jail bookings
Arrests and bookings for Shoshone County jail.
Robert 'Bob' Raymond Wilbur, 85
Robert “Bob” Raymond Wilbur, 85, of Harrison, Idaho, passed away March 3, 2026, at Pinehurst Senior Community in Pinehurst, Idaho. Bob was born June 25, 1940, in Kellogg, Idaho, to Clarence and Della May (Anderson) Wilbur.
Legals for March, 10 2026
Monday, March 9
Trump says Iran war could be over soon
Then increases threats if global oil supplies are disrupted
FBI seeks Canadian wanted in Kootenai County child sex abuse case
$5,000 reward offered for info leading to arrest
Donald Steven Lang, 62, was charged last April with three counts of lewd conduct with a minor under the age of 16 and a single count of sexual battery of a minor, according to a bulletin published by the FBI.
Legislature introduces Medicaid expansion repeal bill
Comes as proposals for state budget cuts to Medicaid disability services have stalled
In Gov. Brad Little’s budget plan, he proposed $22 million in Medicaid cuts that could come from a range of service reductions. But Medicaid expansion wasn’t on that list.
One dead, two injured in head-on collision on U.S. 93 Bypass
One person is dead following a motor vehicle collision on the U.S. 93 Bypass in Kalispell early Monday afternoon, authorities say.
Where things stand after another weekend of war
Iran’s announcement of a new supreme leader came after the country's remaining leadership appeared to show a rift. President Masoud Pezeshkian apologized for attacks on neighboring countries, but hard-liners criticized that and said the war strategy would continue.
Kentucky soldier in Saudi Arabia is 7th U.S. casualty to die in Iran war
Pennington was assigned to the 1st Space Battalion, 1st Space Brigade of the U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command based at Fort Carson, Colorado. The unit’s mission focused on “missile warning, GPS, and long-haul satellite communications” according to their website.
Oil prices jump and markets slide as Iran names new supreme leader and digs in
Khamenei, a secretive 56-year-old cleric, is only the third supreme leader in the history of the Islamic Republic. He has close ties to the paramilitary Revolutionary Guard, which has been firing missiles and drones at Israel and Gulf Arab states since his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who had ruled since 1989, was killed during the war’s opening salvo.
Vandals upend No. 2 seed Montana State, reach Big Sky Tournament semifinals
No. 7 seed Idaho (19-14) moves on to Tuesday's 8:30 p.m. PDT semifinal where it will play the winner of a quarterfinal today between No. 3 seed Eastern Washington and sixth-seeded Weber State.
Monday TV/Radio highlights
Television, radio and streaming highlights for upcoming weekend.
Hands-on learning gets collaborative at inaugural AI Hackathon
Hands-on learning gets collaborative at inaugural AI Hackathon
How can educators and employers leverage artificial intelligence in a way that allows them to focus more on human connection? What practical steps can North Idaho College take to integrate AI into classrooms and improve learning outcomes?
Canopy Village Foundation launches search for new director
The Canopy Village Foundation has begun the search for a Foundation Director to lead the organization's fundraising and development efforts in support of Canopy Village, a press release announced on Friday.
St. Luke’s dedicates new stained glass windows
St. Luke’s dedicates new stained glass windows
In the 1990s, St. Luke's Episcopal Church parishioner Lisa Nunlist envisioned two stained glass windows to be installed in the doors between the narthex and the nave, welcoming all who entered the church. Her intention in doing so would honor her mother, Laurelie Nunlist, and life-long parishioner, Margaret Shepperd.
Thunderstorms may eventually become more predictable
As I’ve mentioned in previous articles, there are over 40,000 thunderstorms forming every day across the globe. That’s nearly 1,700 per hour. For an entire year, it’s estimated that our planet will receive approximately 14.6 million thunderstorms.
Today's Ghastly Groaner
How is a meatball different from a meteor?
Sunday, March 8
Explosive incident leads to arrest at fairgrounds
Backpack catches fire, Spokane bomb squad responds
KCSO deputies and Coeur d’Alene police officers detained the suspect without further incident. No injuries were reported, and the gold-mining event continued.
Iran's border with Turkey offers a way out, but few are leaving for good
Reza Gol, a 38-year-old plastic surgeon, said the war was not the only reason for his trip. He was traveling from Urmia in western Iran to see patients in Istanbul, where he used to live. “It’s not clear whether we will leave Iran for good, but I can clear my head a little bit in the meantime,” he said. “You can see it’s not that crowded at the border. Everyone is staying in their houses. For now, people are not leaving everything they have behind and running away.”
Crude oil prices surpass $100 a barrel as the Iran war impedes production and shipping
The increases followed U.S. crude prices jumping by 36% and Brent crude prices rising 28% last week. Oil prices have surged as the war, now in its second week, ensnared countries and places that are critical to the production and movement of oil and gas from the Persian Gulf.
Iran names Mojtaba Khamenei to succeed his slain father as supreme leader
A secretive figure, the 56-year-old Khamenei now stands at the heart of Iran’s theocracy and will have final say over all matters of state. He will serve as commander-in-chief of the military and powerful paramilitary Revolutionary Guard. He also has authority over a stockpile of highly enriched uranium that could be used to build a nuclear weapon, if he chooses to decree it.
Horse fly prevention methods equestrians are using this season
Horse fly prevention goes beyond sprays. Discover the gear and strategies equestrians are adopting to keep their horses comfortable all summer.
As pet care demand grows, experts discuss key decisions for new practices
Experts unveil essential strategies as pet care demands rise. Explore key decisions for new practices and stay ahead in the industry!
How environmental hazards affect indoor health and wellbeing
Discover how environmental hazards affect indoor health and wellbeing. Improve your indoor environment with our expert insights and solutions!
The importance of caring for your mental health in today's world
Discover effective ways to improve your mental health. Enhance your well-being with actionable tips and strategies designed for a happier mind.
STATE 6A BOYS CHAMPIONSHIP: Lake City stuns Owyhee
T-Wolves dominate two-time defending champs with defense, avenge lopsided loss in last year's title game
Lake City (19-8) won its second state title in four years (and in program history), and was playing in the championship game for the fourth time in six years.
STATE 3A BOYS CHAMPIONSHIP: St. Maries follows the script
Eight months after coach diagnosed with cancer, Lumberjacks capture state title
“Eight months ago when I was diagnosed with cancer, I wasn’t sure if I would be here tonight, for sure,” Chase said. “I wasn’t sure if my cancer doctor would let me coach. The first thing he said was, you’ve got to get rid of stress in your life. I tried to do a lot of that, but this is such a special group of kids that I decided I wanted to come back for. I’ve had to make a few adjustments, but overall it’s so worth it to be here and enjoy this experience with those boys.”
STATE 2A BOYS CHAMPIONSHIP: Lakeside speeds past Kendrick
Charley, Peone help Knights win third state title in seven seasons, first since 2023
For Lakeside (22-2), it was the Knights’ fourth state title in school history, first since 2023, and third in seven seasons under James Twoteeth, in his ninth year as coach, and who played on Lakeside’s ’97 champs.
NIC ROUNDUP: NIC fight for sixth in NJCAA tourney
“I’m really proud of the fight from all the guys,” NIC coach Derrick Booth said. “On Saturday, everyone is good at wrestling and you’ve really got to go into it with a clear mind. Our young guys learned a lot, and some of the them continued to get better throughout the tournament. We’ve got a great foundation coming back with eight starters returning, and they’re hungry to get back after it.”
THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Weather and cows and scenery and stools
Hey, remember when it used to snow during the winter? At least in the lower elevations.
STATE 4A BOYS CHAMPIONSHIP: Badgers settle for second
Bonners Ferry finished 15-9.
Cd'A Tribe is all business when it comes to education
Issues scholarship challenge match for fifth consecutive year
Chairman of the Coeur d’Alene Tribe Chief J. Allan sees education as “the great equalizer.” That’s why, for the fifth consecutive year, the Tribe will match contributions for every $1,000 scholarship funded by a local business through the Coeur d’Alene Chamber Education Committee’s Annual Scholarship Program.
Curtain rises for James and the Giant Peach
Past students specially invited to attend closing night Thursday
Sorensen Magnet School of the Arts and Humanities and the Sorensen Theater Team present "James and the Giant Peach" at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday and Thursday in the school's gym.
Terry Gurno launches 'Unyielding Hope' nonprofit to encourage others
Terry Gurno launches 'Unyielding Hope' nonprofit to encourage others
At the center of this effort is Terry Gurno, whose own life journey shaped the heart behind the organization.
Coeur d'Alene Firefighters Pipes and Drums Band seeks to honor fallen colleagues
Coeur d'Alene Firefighters Pipes and Drums Band seeks to honor fallen colleagues
The pipes are calling for community support since the Coeur d’Alene Firefighter Pipes and Drum Band seek to honor two fallen firefighters on a national platform.
Coffee with capybaras: new café experience coming to Coeur d'Alene
A new kind of café experience is coming to Coeur d'Alene later this month.
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OPINION: Teacher-turned-Treasurer spotlights service with spuds
It’s possible that those papers will be graded, but don’t worry because Mrs. Ellsworth is a “nice” teacher. Everybody involved with America250 gets an “A” in this classroom.
VACCINES: Benefit Idaho and the world
Ultimately, one-third of child deaths are due to vaccine-preventable diseases, posing risks within our borders and beyond. But we have a safe, cost-effective solution.
OUR GEM: Experience the Green Summit
Wherever I travel, when I tell people that I’m from Coeur d’Alene, they usually comment on how beautiful it is here. As members of this community, we are acutely aware of this fact; many people live in and around Our Gem, Coeur d’Alene Lake, because of the natural beauty of the region.
Elks to honor law officers at dinner
This event is a major fundraiser for the CDA Elks Lodge to provide ongoing support to law enforcement.
Closures rock Cd'A schools
The news resounded like a thunderclap for Coeur d’Alene’s Roman Catholic families. On March 6, 1971, Sister Superior M. Mariel announced that the Immaculate Heart of Mary would close its three local schools in June. Gone would be the IHM Academy’s vaunted high school, with its academic and athletic excellence, as well as grade schools at St. Pius X and St. Thomas churches. The declaration also stunned the Coeur d’Alene School District. Faced with a possible increase of 700-plus students, President Robert DeArmond of the Coeur d’Alene School Board said, “We were fearful of that decision.” Due to a teaching shortage, the IHM assembly in Pennsylvania moved sisters serving in western schools to ones in the East. In vain, Sister Muriel appealed the decision in person.
When a community believes in its students, everyone wins
When you invest in a child’s education, you change the trajectory of their life.
Fish and Game must make tough choices
We think they do a good job. Idaho’s vast wilderness is one to appreciate and protect. Fish and Game does well in preserving and managing wildlife resources, while planning for future uses and growth.
Today's Ghastly Groaner
My life was ruined by my obsession with video games.
Community Thanks
See who's thankful!
Bill banning Pride flag passes House
Includes carve outs for Basque flag, streetlight displays
A key addition to House Bill 561 is a carve out for the Basque autonomous community flag after public testimony highlighted the bill allowed only “official flags of countries other than the United States” to be flown on special occasions. Under prior language, Boise, as well as any other city or county in Idaho, would have been barred from flying the Basque flag as is historically done during Jaialdi celebrations.
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Milestone Announcement
See who's celebrating!
ADVERTISING: ADVERTORIAL - What’s a vole?
Voles are a small animal that reside in our forests, orchards, and residential landscapes. Although their size may be small, they can have a very disproportionate impact on our trees and landscapes.
Optimism is more than a rosy outlook
Optimism is a powerful tool that can transform both your personal and professional life.
Saturday, March 7
Downtown Anchorage braces for a canine takeover as the Iditarod’s 54th run begins
Hundreds of barking dogs took over downtown Anchorage as the ceremonial start of the world’s most famous sled dog race got underway Saturday. As snow fell, fans lined up near the starting line in frigid, 19 degree F (minus 7.2 degree C) weather to see and cheer their favorite mushers. The competitive start to the race begins Sunday.
Trump administration and Democrats at odds over risk to US weapons stockpiles from Iran war
Questions about the nation's weapons stockpiles have grown as the U.S. campaign against Iran escalates, with many Democratic lawmakers arguing that Trump is waging a "war of choice." Missile defense systems are under the most strain, according to experts, with Patriot and Terminal High Altitude Area Defense, or THAAD, interceptors in high demand in Ukraine and Israel, respectively.
Trump will join grieving families for the return of soldiers killed in war in the Middle East
President Donald Trump on Saturday will join grieving families at Dover Air Force Base at the dignified transfer for the six U.S. soldiers killed in the war in the Middle East.
Iran's president apologizes for strikes on neighbors even as missiles and drones target their cities
Iran's president apologized Saturday for attacks on “neighboring countries” even as its missiles and drones flew toward Gulf Arab states and U.S. President Donald Trump threatened that the country would be “hit very hard.”
STATE 6A BOYS SEMIFINALS: Lake City back in state title game
Timberwolves clamp down on another foe, earn rematch with Owyhee tonight
“I’ll say this; I’ve never been in a high school locker room where kids love each other more than this locker room,” James Anderson said. “And I think that’s a huge part of what you see on the floor. The energy they compete with is because they love each other, and they play for each other, and it’s incredible. The fact this is going to end in 24 hours is just hard.”
STATE 3A BOYS SEMIFINALS: St. Maries puts on a defensive show
Lumberjacks hold Ririe to six first-half points, advance to first title game since 2022
“I challenged the boys a little bit,” St. Maries coach Bryan Chase said after the Lumberjacks defeated Ririe 42-37 to earn the Lumberjacks’ first berth in the state title game since 2022. “They say these guys have the best defense in the state; let’s show them who really has the best defense out here. I know when we put our minds to it, we’re a pretty good defensive team too.”
NJCAA WRESTLING: Cards get going, sit sixth after first day
NIC is sixth with 86.5 points. Western Wyoming of Rock Springs, Wyo., leads the tournament with 136.5.
STATE 2A BOYS SEMIFINALS: Lakeside shoots into title game for third time in four years
Lakeside (21-2) will face Kendrick (22-3) in the championship game today at 10:30 a.m. PST at the Ford Idaho Center in Nampa. It is Lakeside’s third appearance in the title game in the last four years, winning in 2023 and finishing second in 2024.
NIC ROUNDUP: Cardinals fall out of Region 18 tourney
NIC softball splits in Scenic West Athletic Conference softball with Snow in Worley on Friday.
Housing prices steady, sales see slowdown
Real estate professionals expect strong spring
Jennifer Smock, co-owner, managing broker with Windermere/Coeur d'Alene Realty, said the current condition of the housing market is not uncommon for this time of year.
Man jailed, loses hunting privileges for poaching
A man who poached multiple deer and an elk during a two-month “killing spree” in 2024, exhibiting behavior that a judge called “frightening,” has lost his hunting privileges for the next 17 years.
MS Awareness Week starts Sunday
Fire Chief Tom Greif says it was 'life-changing' when he was diagnosed in 2019
Bozinov said people who have MS may be affected differently depending on where demyelination damages the myelin sheath around nerve cells.
Panhandle drought conditions continue
Report: Snowpack well below normal at 60%
Idaho’s snowpack is well below normal on March 1. Normally by this time of year, the snowpack would have accumulated 80% of its typical peak amount, but this year, is only about 60% of the way there, the report said.
Short season, big harvests: The best crops for North Idaho
How does one plan and plant a successful garden here? Those who know avoid choosing crops based on what looks “new and exciting” in catalogs and opt for those that truly grow well in our short-season climate.
Northwest Notes March 7, 2026
Mitchell, in his second season with the Vandals, started the first 28 games, and is averaging 13.6 points and 4.0 assists per game.
House gives go-ahead for additional 1% budget cuts
The House voted 48-22 on Friday to approve deeper spending cuts for this fiscal year, sending a bill to the governor’s desk that will cut most state agencies' budgets by 4%.
Ambulance district nears full separation from county
“We’re in a really good spot as an ambulance district,” Chief Jeff Lindsey said to the Bonner County commissioners during the Bonner County Ambulance District’s first March meeting.
SIMPLE THINGS COLUMN: Cycling, swimming, beer and school
It’s the Simple Things March 6, 2026
Today's Ghastly Groaner
Fruit Loops is putting marshmallows in its cereal like Lucky Charms.
FAST FIVE Kristi Rietze: Strengthening connections in North Idaho
Meet Kristi Jacobson Rietze, a fifth-generation Coeur d’Alene resident whose family roots stretch back to the 1890s. Kristi's great-great-grandfather, George Groves, known locally as the “Kid Engineer,” piloted steamboats across Lake Coeur d’Alene, helping connect a growing community by water long before highways encircled the shoreline. Today, Kristi carries forward that same steady spirit of service as director of community engagement for St. Vincent de Paul North Idaho, where she works to strengthen connections between neighbors, resources and opportunity.
Diane Link, 70
Diane Link, 70, passed away on Feb. 19, 2026. She was born July 9th, 1955, in Ogden, Utah, the middle daughter of Elwood K. McFarland and Beth Olsen.
MY TURN: Truth is better than fiction
Deception may succeed briefly, but it generally will prove to be short-lived; truth has patience on its side. Lies require constant effort to maintain viability; dishonesty actually supplies the fuel for its own demise. Honesty offers the strongest, most sustainable foundation to build upon. What is built on fraud collapses under scrutiny.
James Whitmore, 80
Jim Whitmore was born in Toledo, Ohio
'We Bury the Dead' says a lot about the living
'We Bury the Dead' says a lot about the living
Regret, frustration, guilt, desperation and the need for closure. Not quite the words one would expect to use when describing a film initially thought to be an apocalyptic zombie horror film, and yet, those are the first words that pop into the mind when credits roll after watching "We Bury the Dead."
Chesebro announces run for District Judge
Lisa Chesebro has announced her candidacy for District Judge, bringing nearly two decades of legal experience and a “deep commitment to fair, accessible courts,” according to a news release.
Sandpoint approves parking management system
Hourly rates and implementation still up for debate
In a narrow 3-2 vote, the Sandpoint City Council approved a parking management system from IPS Group on Wednesday evening.
Movers & Shakers
NIC director named to top 100 voices to follow list; Cool Nail Spa and Wax opens in Post Falls
Construction resumes on Highway 53, Pleasant View Road interchange
The Idaho Transportation Department has resumed construction of the Pleasant View Road interchange on State Highway 53 after the winter shutdown, with the interchange and highway widening on track to open to traffic later this summer.
The Exhausted Dad: Raising a bro’s bro
My 8-year-old son unironically engages in what I like to call "bro behaviors."
Preventing accidental drug intoxication in pets
Our furry friends have curious natures, and even though we try our best to keep them safe and healthy, they may still get into trouble if they unknowingly eat medications that are toxic to them.
School and Senior Meals: Mar. 9 - 13
What's cooking?
Legals for March, 7 2026
Friday, March 6
Suspect in Utah killings of 3 women was free on Iowa burglary and other charges
Miller had been arrested after rangers entered a cabin at Lake Wapello State Park in Iowa on Dec. 31 to prepare for an upcoming reservation.
A wedding proposal and a promotion honored a Coast Guardsman before he died of injuries from mission
The rescue swimmer, Tyler Jaggers, was also promoted to petty officer 2nd class.
The US lost a surprising 92,000 jobs last month as the unemployment rate ticked up to 4.4%
The job market had been expected to rebound this year from a lackluster 2025 when it was buffeted by President Donald Trump's erratic tariff policies, his purge of the federal workforce and the lingering effects of high interest rates. In 2025, employers added just 15,000 jobs a month. Hopes for a 2026 rebound rose after January hiring came in above expectations.
Russia has provided Iran with information that can help Tehran strike US military, AP sources say
The White House downplayed reports that Russia was sharing intelligence with Iran about U.S. targets in the region. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt on Friday told reporters that “it clearly is not making any difference with respect to the military operations in Iran because we are completely decimating them.”
Trump rules out talks absent Iran's 'unconditional surrender' as Israel strikes Lebanon
Qatar’s energy minister Saad al-Kaabi warned in an interview with the Financial Times that the war could “bring down the economies of the world,” predicting a widespread shutdown of Gulf energy exports that could send oil to $150 a barrel.
Americans stuck in the Middle East recount finding their way home with little government help
Chicago resident Susan Daley, who was on a work trip in the United Arab Emirates when the Iran war began on Feb. 28, arrived in the U.S. on Thursday aboard the first commercial flight from Dubai to San Francisco since the conflict started.
For survivors, Rhode Island clergy abuse report brings vindication and renewed demands
But survivors say the numbers capture only part of the story. Behind each case, they say, are childhood fragments that resurface years later — along with the long struggle to understand what happened.
Couple charged with drug-induced homicide
A husband and wife are facing murder charges after police said they sold drugs to a man who subsequently died from an overdose.
Oil surges to its highest price since 2023, and stocks drop after data shows a weaker US job market
The Dow Jones Industrial Average was down 558 points, or 1.2%, as of 1:45 p.m. Eastern time, and the Nasdaq composite was 0.9% lower. Wall Street's moves are still erratic, though, given all the uncertainties created by the war. The Dow dropped as many as 945 points in the morning before roughly halving its loss.
STATE 6A BOYS BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT: Lake City D's the 3
Carlson scores 23, Timberwolves force Timberline into 6 of 28 shooting from deep in first-round win
“What a defensive effort from our kids,” third-year Lake City coach James Anderson said. “They (the Wolves) like to shoot a lot of 3s, and these guys did a pretty good job. A lot of the ones they shot were pretty high-level difficulty; we probably blocked three of them.”
STATE 3A BOYS BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT: Harold, St. Maries put clamps on Compas, Parma in opener
St. Maries (19-3), which didn’t make it to state last year after coming down here 10 straight years, will play fourth-seeded Ririe (16-9) in the semifinals tonight at 4 p.m. PST at Meridian High. Ririe defeated fifth seed Firth (15-10) 52-40.
STATE 2A BOYS BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT: Lakeside's first-round win hard to stomach
Lakeside (20-2) will play third seed Prairie (19-6) of Cottonwood in a semifinal game tonight at 6 PST at Vallivue. Prairie beat No. 6 Murtaugh 53-36. Lakeside has beaten Prairie twice this season.
STATE 1A BOYS BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT: Coeur du Christ drops state opener
Coeur du Christ (14-8) will face sixth-seeded Greenleaf Friends in a loser-out game tonight at 6.
NJCAA WRESTLING: Cardinals set sights on No. 15
NIC is seeking its first individual national champion since 2021, when Brant Porter won the 141-pound title.
Cd’A Tribe, state of Idaho announce historic water rights settlement
Chief Allan: Deal protects homelands, ensures water reliability for all
The Coeur d’Alene Tribe and the state of Idaho announced the completion of a historic water rights settlement Thursday, ending decades of litigation in North Idaho and more than a century of uncertainty about the Tribe’s water rights.
City Hall conference area renamed for longtime councilman, mayor
City Hall conference area renamed for longtime councilman, mayor
“There are six conference rooms at city hall, and I never get them straight, so I thought a great way to do it, was to name one of them after Ron Edinger because of all his service to the city and our community, which is vast,” Gookin said. “So, I talked to Nancy and asked if it would be okay with me dedicating a conference room after Ron, and she's like, 'oh, absolutely.’”
PF council approves 7-acre annexation
Owner has plans for cottage homes
After some heated discussion from council members, the Gaul annexation of four parcels totaling approximately 7.76 acres passed unanimously, with additional comments by City Councilor Samantha Steigleder during voting.
Rathdrum’s Culp Family — Part 1: Pioneer Parents
This is the first installment of a multi-part story about the Culp family of Rathdrum and their historic stewardship of the town’s newspaper — the Rathdrum Tribune.
Shoshone commissioners accept sheriff's resignation
THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: There's a plan, trust John's process
Schneider and Mike Macdonald have things in hand. If you don’t believe me, go shoot a selfie with the Lombardi Trophy.
BIAS: Epstein vs Operation Epic Fury
When previous presidents have let Iran continue to threaten America for five decades and enrich uranium for bomb making purposes, President Trump is finally doing something about it.
OPINION: All aboard for America250
America250 is the American story — our story.
FISH & GAME: No record of alleged kills
Regarding the purported mass killing of an elk herd on the Rathdrum Prairie — there is no record of this event ever occurring.
OPINION: Republican Party Veritas
"Accuse your enemy of what you are doing, as you are doing it, to create confusion." Saul Alinsky ‘Rules for Radicals’
DEMOCRATS: Lack of coverage disappoints
By focusing instead on the never-ending friction within the Republican Party, The Press missed a chance to highlight the startling contrast in leadership, priorities, and character between the parties.
JFAC partially restores funding to judicial branch
One of the requests from the Judicial Branch sought to authorize a series of fund transfers, the first being a one-time appropriation of $800,700 in dedicated funds for the Senior Magistrate Judge Fund, which provides for costs associated with magistrate judge retirement benefits.
Shoshone County jail bookings
Arrests and bookings for Shoshone County jail.
Gerald 'Nick' Allen Hogamier, 77
Gerald “Nick” Allen Hogamier, 77, of Wallace, Idaho, and a lifelong resident of the Silver Valley, passed away Feb. 28, 2026
Hayden Cinema movie times
$6.50 matinees, $8.50 nights, $5 Tuesday
Historical society plans Post Falls Museum meet and greet
.Post Falls Historical Society is hosting an open house and opening the doors of the Chapin Building from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Thursday, March 12 at 101 E 4th Ave.
Weekend TV/Radio highlights
Television, radio and streaming highlights for upcoming weekend.
Post Falls man gets prison after third DUI
A Post Falls man will spend up to a decade in prison for driving under the influence.
Melvin 'Skip' Dean Archer, 81
Melvin Dean Archer was born June 18, 1944, to Melvin and Nona Archer. He was better known as Skip
Charles R. Anderson, 84
Early in the morning on February 28, 2026, Charles Ray Anderson (better known as “Chuck” to his family and friends) passed away at Elkhorn Healthcare and Rehabilitation in Clancy, MT after a two-year struggle with mesothelioma. He was 84 years old.
MY TURN: A four-year levy term is a smart choice
Stability matters, especially when levy dollars support the programs and services families see and rely on every day.
Farewell dinner Monday at Art Spirit
A special Monday Night Dinner will be held at 5:30 p.m. Monday at the Art Spirit Gallery to wish owners Blair and Jim Williams well as they move on to the next chapter of their lives.
Ron Edinger well worthy of the recognition
To Ron Edinger, nothing mattered more than family and his wife, Nancy. A close second was Coeur d'Alene. His mark on this city, even today, is considerable. A few of the most notable achievements during his 50 years of public service on the City Council and as mayor included the purchase of Tubbs Hill and the development of Independence Point, both of which, not surprisingly, remain gathering points for the public.
Kathleen 'Kathy' Goodwin, 79
Kathleen Goodwin, born in Chicago, Ill., on Nov. 29, 1946, to parents Frank and Mildred Klich, passed away Feb. 20, 2026, at the age of 79.
National competition winners to perform March 14 with Coeur d'Alene Symphony Orchestra
National competition winners to perform March 14 with Coeur d'Alene Symphony Orchestra
The Coeur d'Alene Symphony Orchestra will present its annual Celebrating Young Artists Concert at 3 p.m. March 14 in the Schuler Performing Arts Center on the North Idaho College campus.
Sandra (Peck) Hayes-Rosco, 80
Sandra Lynne Hayes-Rosco peacefully passed away on March 3, 2026. Sandra Lynne Hayes-Rosco peacefully passed away on March 3, 2026.
Post Falls man gets prison for child enticement
A Post Falls man with a history of sexual offenses will spend up to 15 years in prison after police caught him in a sting operation.
Marilyn L. (Reasoner) Griffin White, 91
Marilyn L. (Reasoner) Griffin White, 91, of Wallace, Idaho, passed away peacefully on Feb. 27, 2026. She was born Aug. 22, 1934, in Newport, Wash., to Stephen S. Reasoner and Emmalou M. Fish (Thomas).
Officers involved in shooting near Libby while serving warrant
Lincoln County law enforcement officers were involved in a shooting Wednesday afternoon at a location on Libby Creek Road, authorities said.
Submit works by noon March 17
Submit works by noon March 17
The 2026 Art on the Green Poster Contest is now open.
Legals for March, 6 2026
Thursday, March 5
Iowa man charged with aggravated murder in the deaths of 3 women found in Utah
Authorities were combing the site Thursday that is partially shielded from a paved road by piñon and juniper trees, and other vegetation. The trail used mostly by locals winds through rock formations.
House narrowly rejects Iran war powers resolution in early test of Trump's strategy
While the tally in the House, 212-219, was expected to be tight, the outcome provided a clarifying snapshot of political support for, and opposition to, the U.S.-Israel military operation and Trump's rationale for bypassing Congress, which alone has the power to declare war. At the Capitol, the conflict has quickly carried echoes of the long wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, and many Sept. 11-era veterans now serve in Congress.
Azerbaijan accuses neighbor Iran of a drone attack and vows to retaliate
The incident highlighted Azerbaijan's complicated relationship with neighboring Iran, at a time when Baku also has developed military and economic ties with Israel.
Trump fires Homeland Security Secretary Noem after mounting criticism over her leadership
Noem is the first Cabinet secretary to leave during Trump’s second term. Noem’s departure caps a tumultuous tenure overseeing immigration enforcement tactics that have been met with protests and lawsuits.
Trump says he wants to be involved in picking Iran's next leader as war ripples across the region
Israel issued a mass evacuation warning for all of Beirut’s southern suburbs as the fighting escalated with Iran-allied Hezbollah militants. U.N. peacekeepers reported ground combat in southern Lebanon as more Israeli troops crossed the border.
Stocks drop after oil spikes to its highest price since the summer of 2024
Oil prices gave back some of those gains later in the day, which helped stocks in the U.S. moderate their losses at the end of trading. But worries nevertheless remain high about how long disruptions will last for oil production because of the escalating war with Iran.
STATE HIGH SCHOOL BOYS BASKETBALL TOURNAMENTS: A year wiser, Coeur du Christ back for more
“This is such a good group of kids, great parents and staff here,” said Paulsen, a fitness instructor who played at Timberlake High and then at Coeur d’Alene. "It’s different. They don’t need discipline in terms of, they’re not out doing bad things after school. We’re just breeding confidence around here.”
THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Looking back at three battles in 92 hours
“This is where it really sucks,” said first-year Post Falls head coach Jayson Ulrich, who was a Trojans assistant the past three seasons. “Two teams in the top five in the state all season, and we played a tough regular season schedule, and we don’t get an opportunity to go to state. That part stings a little bit more.”
REGION 18 MEN'S BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT: Cardinals closing the gap at the right time
The winner of this week’s tournament advances to a Regional Playoff game against the District 1 (Arizona Region) on March 13 in Arizona.
AT COLLEGE: March 5, 2026
Updates on area athletes at the next level.
MØDE Prep gears up for GrindSession nationals with pair of wins
MØDE’s games at nationals will be live-streamed on the GrindSession YouTube channel.
Bowling scores: March 5, 2026
Scores from area leagues.
NIC employees celebrate accreditation win
NIC employees celebrate accreditation win
North Idaho College endured.
KCFR creates Frank Harwood award
Ryan Jaderquist named Firefighter of the Year
It’s been a difficult year of departmental obstacles and personal hardships, Fire Chief Pete Holley noted on Monday, but after all that Kootenai County Fire and Rescue (KCFR) went through in 2025, he said that he was proud of his team for rising to every challenge.
John Brown Elementary fifth graders compete in Shake Off contest
John Brown Elementary fifth graders compete in Shake Off contest
Firm handshakes, soft skills. The two go hand in hand. “Saying your first and last name, saying, ‘Nice to meet you,’ a smile and eye contact,” Madelyn Gunderson, 10, said Thursday, Feb. 26, before she participated in the February "Shake Off" handshake competition at John Brown Elementary School.
PF council OKs medical center zone change
Will allow bed tower construction
A zone change for Prairie Medical Center in Post Falls was approved Tuesday by the Post Falls City Council to allow a hospital bed tower for inpatient care.
Barks at the park: Post Falls to add dog park
After years of dog park plans going unrealized in Post Falls, the city finally has the right location at the right time to make it happen.
North Idaho Women and Their Money Conference set for June 9
The North Idaho Women and Their Money Conference will return June 9 to North Idaho College. The inaugural event in 2025 welcomed 365 participants who attended 15 breakout sessions. At the end of the conference, NIC gave away $20,000 in scholarships.
Composer postpones concert to May 7
Bogdan Ota's "Chronos — The Master of Time" concert at the Kroc Center has been postponed to May 7.
AmeriCorps deploys team to Idaho Panhandle National Forests
Serve Idaho, the Governor’s Commission on Service and Volunteerism, has announced the deployment of the AmeriCorps National Civilian Community Corps (NCCC) Phoenix 1 team to complete reforestation work in the Idaho Panhandle National Forests through April 1.
Draw results available for spring black bear controlled hunts
A reminder that anyone hunting black bears in Idaho in 2026 must pass a bear ID test.
JFAC rejects wildland firefighter funding requests
Idaho Department of Lands Director Dustin Miller previously went before JFAC and spoke to how JFAC’s 2% cuts would result in the fire district being unable to assemble the crew needed for the current fire season, as was previously reported by the Idaho Press.
Boundary County courthouse project taking shape
Construction continues on the new Boundary County courthouse as crews advance plumbing, framing, and masonry work inside the former Safeway building.
River otter trapping in Panhandle Region concludes
The river otter harvest quota for Idaho Fish and Game's Panhandle Region was reached on Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026. As a result, the otter season for the Panhandle Region closed at 11:59 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 27, 2026.
Today's Ghastly Groaner
I've had a hard time figuring out why I don't consider cottage cheese truly "cheese."
MY TURN: Save Post Falls' historic Chapin Building
IFG seeking public input for upcoming migratory game bird season
Idaho Fish and Game is seeking comments on its 2026-2027 migratory game bird season proposals.
Legals for March, 5 2026
Wednesday, March 4
US issues first commercial construction permit for a nuclear reactor in years to a Wyoming project
The TerraPower plant is set to be built near a coal-fired power plant that is being converted to burn natural gas outside Kemmerer, a town of about 2,500 people some 130 miles (210 kilometers) northeast of Salt Lake City.
Stranded travelers in the Middle East share their accounts of being stuck during the war
Viktoriia Lokhmatova, who lives in Serbia, and Michael Crepin, who lives in Belgium, had traveled to Dubai with their children for a special milestone.
Senate Republicans vote down legislation to halt Iran war in Congress’ first vote on the conflict
Sen. John Barrasso, second in Senate Republican leadership, said during the debate that GOP senators would send a message that Democrats are wrong for forcing a vote on the war powers resolution.
Kurdish dissident groups say they are preparing to join the fight against Iran with US support
Asked about reports that the Trump administration was considering arming Iranian Kurdish groups, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth told reporters Wednesday: “None of our objectives are premised on the support or the arming of any particular force. So, what other entities may be doing, we’re aware of, but our objectives aren’t centered on that.”
Workshop focuses on local worker housing
The free workshop, set for 5-7:30 p.m. March 5 in the Coeur d’Alene Library Community Room, is designed to help local planners, elected officials, planning and zoning commissioners, builders and developers explore solutions to Kootenai County’s housing crisis.
Sprawling investigation finds decades of sexual abuse among Catholic priests in Rhode Island
The investigation found that 75 Catholic clergy molested more than 300 victims since 1950, but officials stressed that the number of victimized children and abusive priests is likely much higher.
Congress is taking its first votes on the Iran war as debate rages about US goals
The legislation, known as a war powers resolution, gives lawmakers an opportunity to demand congressional approval before any further attacks are carried out. The Senate resolution and a similar bill being voted on in the House later this week face unlikely paths through the Republican-controlled Congress and would almost certainly be vetoed by Trump even if they were to pass.
US sinks Iranian warship as Iran warns of widespread destruction in the Middle East
The war has killed more than 1,000 people in Iran, more than 70 in Lebanon and around a dozen in Israel, according to officials in those countries. It has disrupted the supply of the world’s oil and gas, snarled international shipping, and stranded hundreds of thousands of travelers in the Middle East.
US soldiers who died in the Iran war remembered for their service and devotion to their families
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth claimed that the military “ensured that the maximum possible defense and maximum possible force protection was set up before we went on offense,” he said Wednesday. “The terms of this war will be set by us at every step.”
US stocks rebound after strong economic updates and an easing of oil prices
One report said growth for U.S. businesses in the real estate, finance and other services industries accelerated last month at the fastest pace since the summer of 2022. Encouragingly for inflation, it also said prices for such businesses are increasing at a slower rate, at least before the war with Iran began.
STATE HIGH SCHOOL BOYS BASKETBALL TOURNAMENTS: 'He just bleeds this school' — Josh Watson, senior and four-year varsity player, leads Lake City back to state
Lake City (16-8), last year’s state runner-up, is seeded third this year at state. The T-Wolves open against sixth seed Timberline (16-9) of Boise in the first round Thursday at 4 p.m. PST at the Ford Idaho Center in Nampa.
THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: M's have all they need to end that Series jinx
It’s getting closer. Three weeks and a day. Mariners open against Cleveland, T-Mobile Park jammed, and the place so loud that you won’t be able to hear the person sitting next to you.
Youth Sports March 4, 2026
Scores, news, photos from local youth sports teams, leagues, etc.
ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Shelby Garten, Timberlake High School
Timberlake High senior wrestler Shelby Garten is this week's Knudtsen Chevrolet Press Athlete of the Week.
High school honors: March 4, 2026
Area schools honor their athletes.
Cd'A Council approves annexation for proposed subdivision
City councilors voted unanimously Tuesday night to annex a 1.9-acre property that is expected to be developed into a four-lot subdivision.
Contractor complaints on the rise in Idaho
NIBCA working on solutions
Contractor complaints are on the rise in Idaho, leading Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses (DOPL) Public Information Officer Bob McLaughlin to urge people to do more due diligence before they hire a contractor.
Gas prices see biggest overnight hike since 2022
Gas prices see biggest overnight hike since 2022
The average price for a gallon of gasoline jumped 11 cents across the U.S. overnight into Tuesday, according to AAA Idaho public affairs director Matthew Conde. Eleven cents might seem like little more than pocket change, but when it pushes pump prices past $3, drivers take note.
Alliance seeks to center skateboarding in North Idaho
Civic engagement also an aim of newly formed skateboard group
A new group, the Panhandle Skate Alliance (PSA), is looking to improve access to skateboarding education and access in North Idaho.
Zags' Ike, Whittaker named WCC players of the year
Top honorees in men's and women's West Coast Conference basketball announced.
In Congressional race, Kaylee Peterson stresses community connections
When Kaylee Peterson ran for the U.S. House of Representatives in Idaho’s first congressional district in 2022 and again in 2024, she knew Idaho Democrats couldn’t flip the district in a single cycle.
ELK: Mass kill of herd over flowers in subdivision
Contact your local county official and say NO MORE!
SHORT-TERM RENTALS: Woe is Coeur d’Alene
Private property owners took advantage of the success of tourism and now some complain? More baloney.
RENTALS: Create community — not just profits
Short-term rentals aren’t just businesses; they are opportunities to welcome new neighbors and show off our incredible community.
IRAN ATTACK: It’s about time!
It’s about time that President Donald J. Trump redeems Carter’s mistake!
Faith leaders, charitable organizations oppose resident 'harboring' bill
Liberty Lake to lead scam investigation
Liberty Lake investigators are reviewing a web-based scheme that led to the wrongful transfer of $330,000 in Newport city funds.
ADVERTISING: ADVERTORIAL - Thyroid disorders: Why TSH alone isn't enough
A comprehensive thyroid approach involves the use of more tests, and an evaluation of symptoms, nutrients, labs, and lifestyle, considered together.
OPINION: War and peace
What do we do as Kootenai County locals when war once again starts knocking at the door?
IMMIGRANTS: If you really care, sponsor them yourself
Take on the responsibility personally and do not take an anonymous tax increase on working citizens to fund your ideology.
Always the right time to say yes to opportunities
My daughter and I were talking about saying yes to opportunities that are sometimes scary, wondering if you’ll look foolish if it’s not something you know you can do well. A few of those times when someone else saw something in me that I couldn’t see turned out to be wonderful. After starting part-time in the classified advertising department at the Coeur d’Alene Press in 1986 and becoming an account executive, I was promoted to weekly newspaper publisher/editor at 39 and have continued to write this weekly column since 1990. In my 50s, I became a morning radio personality when a KXLY VP called and asked me if I was interested in filling in on air. Not long after, I was hired as a regular in the mornings. Later in my 50s, I signed with an agent and became a commercial actor appearing in the background of movies filmed in Spokane, television commercials, print ads and even on billboards from SEATAC to GEG and along Interstate 90 and U.S. 95. All because I said yes when someone proposed getting outside my comfort zone. What have you said yes to that was outside your comfort zone?
Safeway manager keeps promise with ballet performance
The lighthearted wager began when lead cashier Letisha “Tish” Williams suggested an incentive to rally the team around customer surveys. At the time, Kitchenmaster was focused on improving store feedback metrics and encouraging stronger participation from both employees and customers.
OPINION: Nonprofit offers ‘lifeline’ for veterans, responders
"This is not a business or a hobby for me, it’s a lifeline.”
Today's Ghastly Groaner
What do you call a naked grizzly?
OPINION: Abraham Lincoln would be disgusted by today’s GOP standard bearers
HB 786 gives rural schools the stability they deserve
Author to present on Arctic rescue
His extensive field research in the high Arctic offers attendees a vivid look into the extreme conditions, rivalries, and relentless human drive that shaped this extraordinary chapter of exploration history.
Contractor Registration Bill makes its way to Legislature
There were at least $5 million in losses in just calendar year 2025 reported through Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses (DOPL) by consumers against contractors, according to DOPL records.
Legals for March, 4 2026
Tuesday, March 3
State high school boys basketball capsules
A quick glance at the 48 team competing in this week's state high school basketball tournaments.
Iran attacks threaten US economy with more uncertainty around inflation, growth
Oil prices jumped Tuesday for the second straight day and gas prices moved higher in the United States, underscoring the threat of rising inflation posed by the Iran war.
Israel steps up airstrikes in Tehran, as Iran widens its response across the region
Israel stepped up airstrikes on Iranian missile launchers and factories Tuesday, and Iran retaliated against Israel and across the Gulf region, disrupting energy supplies and travel. As explosions rang out in Tehran and in Lebanon — where Israel said it struck back at Hezbollah militants — the American embassy in Saudi Arabia came under drone attack.
STATE HIGH SCHOOL BOYS BASKETBALL TOURNAMENTS: Motivation aplenty for Chase, St. Maries
“I just feel like we didn’t reach our goals last year, and everyone on this team was disappointed, including myself,” said Chase, whose squad lost in a state play-in game last year. “I felt we had opportunities to go (to state) and we just didn’t do it. It’s a pretty special group of seniors, and I probably wouldn’t have come back for anybody else but this group.”
STATE HIGH SCHOOL BOYS BASKETBALL TOURNAMENTS: Lakeside eyes another trip to title game
“I asked the doctor if I could and he said he wouldn’t recommend it,” Charley said. “But us rez boys, we play through injuries.”
The Storey continues
Kellogg's Colton Storey reflects on second straight state title
Chip Shots March 3, 2026
Scores, news, etc., from local golf courses, leagues.
Kootenai County residents respond to Iranian strikes
After three days of strikes by the United States and Israel, Kootenai County residents had a lot to say concerning American involvement and the assassination of the Islamic Republic of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Winton Elementary Turns 100, celebration planned
Winton Elementary School is celebrating its centennial. “One tradition we have had for 100 years is always being proud that we’re from Winton,” fifth grader Asher Johnson said Thursday.
Another SCSO shake-up
Eddy's resignation re-triggers complex sheriff's search
The sudden resignation of Shoshone County Sheriff William Eddy last Friday has once again left the department searching for a leader.
Senior Nutrition Program celebrates 54 years this month
The Area Agency on Aging of North Idaho will join the Administration for Community Living and senior nutrition service providers across the country in celebrating the anniversary of the national Senior Nutrition Program this month.
THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: It's March Madness for Zags — but also for Mariners, Seahawks
Meanwhile, top prospect Colt Emerson looks as good as advertised, and he may force the club to find him a spot. Could Emerson shove Young to a utility role? To Tacoma? We’ll see.
Coeur d'Alene Charter Academy announces fall 2025 honor roll
Coeur d'Alene Charter Academy has announced its fall 2025 honor roll.
Shoshone County jail bookings
Arrests and bookings for Shoshone County jail.
Lakeland High School announces fall 2025 honor roll
Lakeland High School has announced its fall 2025 honor roll.
Clark Fredrick Gabel, 87
Clark Fredrick Gabel, 87
JFAC to restore funding for medical programs and community colleges
Randy Mark Wegner, 62
Randy Mark Wegner, 62, of Kellogg, Idaho, died on Feb. 25, 2026. Randy was born on Feb. 11, 1964, at the former Providence Hospital in Wallace, Idaho, a son of Alfred and Ina May (Cook) Wegner.
Edward Lee Stuckey, 83
Edward Lee Stuckey, 83
Wallace Library celebrates grant funding from Carnegie Corp.
“Andrew Carnegie wrote that libraries are ‘cradles of democracy’ and it has been truly inspiring to hear accounts from across America of how the 1,350-plus surviving Carnegie Libraries are serving their communities today.”
Movers & Shakers
Irrigation Managers LLC opens for business in North Idaho.
Northwest Notes March 3, 2026
NIC hosting sendoff for wrestlers bound for national championships
Today's Ghastly Groaner
Why was the pancake arrested?
Legals for March, 3 2026
Monday, March 2
War in the Mideast widens as Trump says strikes on Iran could last several weeks
Updated 10:20 a.m. PST
Hegseth insists the Iran conflict is 'not endless' while warning more casualties are likely
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth spoke Monday to widening concerns that the U.S.-Israeli strikes in Iran could spiral into a protracted regional conflict by declaring, “This is not Iraq. This is not endless," even as he warned that more American casualties are likely in the weeks ahead.
Oil prices leap on worries about Iran war, while US stocks trim their sharp losses
Oil prices are leaping Monday with worries that the Iran war will clog the global flow of crude and make inflation even worse. U.S. stocks, meanwhile, are swinging between sharp losses and a tiny gain.
War widens as Israel and US pound Iran and Tehran and its allies hit back
Monday TV/Radio highlights
Television, radio and streaming highlights for Monday, March 2.
New director for 3rd Avenue Marketplace
Charlene Holbrook retiring after a year
Molli Nixon jumped into her new role as executive director by presenting awards on behalf of the 3rd Avenue Marketplace at the Post Falls Chamber of Commerce’s annual Community Recognition reception on Wednesday, Feb. 25.
Festival to celebrate Idaho film legends
Man wants more defibrillators for first responders
With the end in sight for his goal of raising $3,000 to buy defibrillators for the Timberlake Fire Department, David Davis is creating an organization to further that cause for other first responders.
There may be a new ‘Tornado alley’
For many years, we have associated the most dangerous tornadoes in a region known as “Tornado Alley,” a large region of the Great Plains that includes the states of Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, and Nebraska. This area earned that reputation for severe weather because it often experiences the perfect mix of warm, moist air from the Gulf of America (Mexico), dry air from the desert Southwest, and cool air from Canada. When these air masses collide, powerful thunderstorms can form, sometimes producing violent tornadoes. However, in recent years, scientists have observed a noticeable shift in where tornadoes most frequently occur. This shift has led to growing discussion about what some researchers call the “New Tornado Alley.”
Today's Ghastly Groaner
I wrote a song about a tortilla.
Sunday, March 1
STATE HIGH SCHOOL WRESTLING TOURNAMENTS: Brock's perfect finish ... Coeur d'Alene junior caps 44-0 season with 6A title; Post Falls second in 6A, Vikings fourth; Kellogg second in 3A
St. Maries brings home first state trophy since 1994.
6A DISTRICT 1 BOYS BASKETBALL: Lake City puts Post Falls away early, claims district's lone berth to state
Anderson scores 22 as T-Wolves advance to state for seventh straight year
Lake City (16-8), ranked third in 6A by Max Preps, advances to state at the Ford Idaho Center in Nampa beginning Thursday. The eight-team state tourneys are seeded by MaxPreps rankings, so the Timberwolves will likely learn their first-round foe today.
THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Something about those two weeks ... and that song
Man, I miss me some curling. Isn’t that crazy?
NIC ROUNDUP: Cardinal men, women fall in home finales
NIC (16-14, 6-9 SWAC) will be seeded fourth and face top seed College of Southern Idaho (28-2, 14-1) in the men's semifinals Friday at 6:30 p.m. PST. CSI beat Snow 71-66 on Saturday in Twin Falls to capture the conference title and host the tournament.
PREP BOYS BASKETBALL: Bonners Ferry boys win, Sandpoint loses in state play-in games
Bonners Ferry (13-8) defeated Weiser (9-16) 73-67 in a state play-in game Saturday at Grangeville to advance to the state 3A tournament at Eagle High beginning Thursday.
State high school boys basketball tournaments
Schedules and sites for this week's tournaments.
Friends recount snowmobile crash in the backcountry, crawling for miles to reach safety
Friends recount snowmobile crash in the backcountry, crawling for miles to reach safety
Around 1:30 p.m., Tyson pointed his 260‑horsepower machine up a steep hill. As he neared the top, the sled hit a patch of ice. In an instant it turned sideways, throwing him off line and shooting him in the wrong direction at nearly 60 miles an hour. He launched off a cliff and crashed through trees below, falling an estimated 120 feet.
North Idaho innovators keep people connected, even off the grid
North Idaho innovators keep people connected, even off the grid
If there’s one thing Alex Mauri wants people to take from his company’s story, it’s that the American Dream is alive and well.
United Way of North Idaho names new director
United Way of North Idaho has named Erica Wrublik as the organization’s new executive director.
City to honor late Ron Edinger
Citing a remarkable 50 years of service to the community, the city of Coeur d’Alene is renaming City Hall Conference Room No. 6, the Ron Edinger Conference Room, honoring the late Ron Edinger.
Hagadone Medical Clinic to be managed by Kootenai Health
Under Kootenai Health’s management, eligible employees and dependents will continue to receive high-quality, compassionate care at the Hagadone Medical Clinic. In addition, patients will benefit from:
IMMIGRATION: Debate, but don’t abandon the facts
Disagreement is inevitable. But abandoning nuance doesn’t make problems easier to solve.
MARIJUANA: Medical use misrepresented
GAETZ: KCRCC kicks an “own goal” with speaker selection
The Kootenai County Central Republican Committee will feature Matt Gaetz as their speaker at this Saturday’s gala.
REGAN: Community needs thoughtful leaders
Political events will come and go. What endures is how we treat one another in public conversation.
ADVERTISING: ADVERTORIAL - Leaving money to a loved one with a disability? Do it wrong and you could hurt them
When a person with a disability receives an inheritance, a life insurance payout, or even a gift above that threshold, they may lose their eligibility for these programs until the money is spent down. That means the funds you set aside to help them might simply replace the government support they were already receiving — dollar for dollar — until it's gone.
Today's Ghastly Groaner
On my way to work this morning I spotted an albino dalmatian.
HUCKLEBERRIES: Boom, baby!
It rained ash first, and then it rained babies.
ADVERTISING: Advertorial - The great debate continues: Active vs. passive
Ultimately, it’s a decision based on what you want to pursue. Do you prefer the approach taken by index funds or the strategy behind active management?
Responsible growth, stronger communities
Growth requires leadership
New investment, new residents, and new opportunities are contributing to a dynamic and expanding regional economy. Alongside that growth comes the responsibility of ensuring it is managed thoughtfully and sustainably.
Even cities fall victim to scammers
Which leads to the most recent incident in Newport, Wash., just across the border from Idaho on Highway. Officials there announced Thursday they were the victims of a sophisticated online scam about Feb. 11 and lost $330,000.
Dormant season pruning - Part IV
Fruit tree pruning is a general descriptor. Pruning each tree can be different depending on the age of the tree, health of the tree, type of fruit they produce and when last they were pruned.
Food truck has North Idaho 'On the Hook'
Social media can be a powerful tool for businesses. Case in point: despite the biting wind, dozens of people lined up Thursday in the Grocery Outlet parking lot for line-caught wild Alaskan cod from On The Hook Fish and Chips, a food truck that reliably draws a crowd whenever it rolls through North Idaho.
The skills to pay the bills
Understanding the importance of diverse skills in the workplace is crucial for both personal and organizational growth.
