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Northern Lakes Fire District holding open house Saturday
It is a chance for residents to meet Interim Fire Chief Kevin Croffoot, members of the Board of Fire Commissioners, and law enforcement officers.
West Coast states issue joint vaccine recommendations ahead of CDC advisers meeting
U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a leading antivaccine activist before becoming the nation’s top health official, fired the entire 17-member panel earlier this year and replaced it with a group that inc…
4 service members were aboard US Army helicopter that crashed in Washington state
This is “currently a search mission” involving the “most professional and skilled addressing the situation,” Army spokesperson Ruth Castro told The Associated …
Barn Burner Chess Tournament on Saturday
"The goal is to bring the local chess community together for a day of camaraderie and intellectual sport," a press release said.
Federal appeals court hears challenge to Idaho voter ID laws
A federal appeals court will consider whether Idaho’s recent voting laws unconstitutionally target voters based on age.
Charlie Kirk's Turning Point taps his widow as its next leader. Questions about its future remain
Turning Point USA, the organization Charlie Kirk founded to mobilize young, Christian conservatives, has seen a massive surge in interest and support since the…
Grooveberries sees surge in sales following Charlie Kirk tribute
Jim Gavras didn’t make the 62-mile drive from Deer Lake, Wash. to Grooveberries Wednesday just for frozen yogurt. As soon as he entered the shop, Gavras pre…
Lake City Center billiard tables in need of repairs; fundraiser Oct. 4
Competitive pool sharks, faithful Christians, grandmas and grandpas, former school administrators, cowboys, fishermen, cancer warriors, snowbirds, newcomers, l…
New SONAR equipment tested in Lake Coeur d'Alene
Kootenai County’s emergency SONAR team was formed in the wake of a tragedy after Gary Fox, a realtor drowned in Lake Coeur d’Alene in 2006.
Oktoberfest: Beers, brats and Bavarian fun
The two-day celebration will feature more than 30 craft beer, cider, and seltzer taps throughout businesses, joined by two biergartens, live music, games, cont…
Kootenai Health names interim chief information officer
Kootenai Health has announced the appointment of Todd Holling as Interim Chief Information Officer. He will join Kootenai Health on Sept. 29.
Impostor scams cause ‘significant’ losses to victims
New tactics are emerging in sophisticated impostor scams, causing “significant financial losses” to those who fall victim to such scams, according to the Idaho Department of Finance.
Hayden looks to honor 'Distinguished Veteran' this Veterans Day
Do you know a veteran who has honorably served in the United States military? The City of Hayden’s Veterans Commission wants to honor a local distinguished military veteran on Tuesday, Nov.11 during the annual …
Constitution Week Spotlight
Sept. 18 On day two of Constitution Week, we focus on the Articles of Confederation.
IDL reports record fiscal year for endowment land activities
The Idaho Department of Lands announced Tuesday that Fiscal Year 2025 was a record-breaking year for revenue generated from endowment land activities, bringing in $91,772,231 — exceeding the previous record from FY…