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Post Falls American Legion offering free Christmas trees for veterans

A small stand of Christmas trees arrived Monday morning at Post Falls American Legion Post 143, ready to spruce up living rooms and help make the holidays merr…

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PRESS CHRISTMAS FOR ALL: After homelessness, single mom rises above

After working hard to overcome mental health struggles and addiction, Brittany Selle, 38, was in a stable place with her five children and her longtime partner…

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Rathdrum Mountain Trail will soon be more accessible to visually impaired

Hikers with visual impairments will be able to better navigate the trail on Rathdrum Mountain this spring thanks to a new app being installed by the parks and …

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After disagreements with Hayden Lake, Hayden and county seek to dissolve sewer board

The city of Hayden and Kootenai County issued a request to dissolve the joint powers agreement with partners of the Hayden Area Regional Sewer Board.

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Shoshone County considering options for airport fuel

Last week, the Shoshone County Commissioners made the decision to look elsewhere for their fuel supply at Shoshone County Airport near Smelterville.

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Shoshone County jail bookings

Arrests and bookings for Shoshone County jail.

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Today's Ghastly Groaner

How did the overly tired plumber feel?

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Thompson Pass closed for the year

The Shoshone County Sheriff’s Office has announced that Thompson Pass is officially closed for the season.

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Appeals court allows Idaho to enforce its abortion trafficking law

A panel of federal judges on Monday largely upheld Idaho’s “abortion trafficking” law, a measure passed in the 2023 legislative session meant to punish an adult who helps a minor seek an abortion in another state o…

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GOP governors urge reauthorization of farm bill, call 2018 bill ‘outdated’

Idaho Gov. Brad Little, along with governors from 16 other states, signed a joint letter Monday urging Congress to reauthorize the farm bill and to provide “immediate financial assistance” to the agricultural secto…

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Plane crash reported at Felts Field in Spokane

Spokane Fire Department announced a plane crash at Felts Field late Monday afternoon.

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PRESS CHRISTMAS FOR ALL: Mechanic shop steps up for mom with tough break

As part of the annual Press Christmas for All campaign, we share with readers the stories of those who have received help from the program. This is one of them.

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Lakeland student shares experience abroad

Switzerland is known for its majestic views, cheeses, chocolates, watches and a flag that some have punnily observed is "a big plus." Puns aside, Lakeland H…

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Festival of Trees kicks off in Shoshone County

The Festival of Trees returns this week in Wallace and Osburn. Tabletop trees and themed baskets are auctioned off to benefit Silver Valley Meals on Wheels at …

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Shoshone County officials discuss future plans — Part 1

Now that Election Day has come and gone, what can the residents of Shoshone County expect from their recently elected officials?