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Would tiny homes cure big housing headaches?
Some Western towns are taking a “Little House on the Prairie” to new lengths. To mitigate rising market costs, …
Idaho gas prices fall 9 cents
AAA said the average price for a gallon of regular gas in Coeur d'Alene was $3.10 on Monday, with lows near $2.90.
A lesson of freedom
On the eve of the 2024 general election I'm reminded of this lesson from my father's life. When I go to the polls every election I feel as if I'm honoring all …
Canada telecom firm buying Ziply Fiber
Ziply Fiber has more than 1.3 million fiber locations across four U.S. states and plans to reach more than three million locations in the next four years.
Today's Ghastly Groaner
How can you tell if there is an elephant in your bed?
Boeing machinists hold contract vote that could end their 7-week strike
Boeing says average annual pay for machinists is $75,608 and would rise to $119,309 in four years under the current offer.
Volcanic eruption burns houses in Indonesia, killing at least 10 people
The eruption at Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki around midnight spewed thick brownish ash as high as 2,000 meters into the air and hot ashes hit several villages, bur…
Quincy Jones, music titan who worked with everyone from Frank Sinatra to Michael Jackson, dies at 91
For “Thriller,” some of the most memorable touches originated with Jones, who recruited Eddie Van Halen for a guitar solo on the genre-fusing “Beat It” and bro…
Lakeland concession stand, restroom project complete
A long-awaited concessions and restroom facility has been completed in the Lakeland Joint School District. Nearly two years in the making, a permanent conce…
High schooler inspires River City Middle School students
River City Middle School students have hit upon a solution to boost school spirit: with the creation of their own thrift store, Titan Thrift. Inspired by …
Park memorials celebrate those who loved the outdoors
A memorial plaque at the lakeside table is emblazoned with a manta ray. Daniel told his family that one of his favorite things to do living in Hawaii was divin…
Today's Ghastly Groaner
I got an anonymous compliment about my parking skills today.
Spain flood survivors hurl mud at the royals and top government officials
Spanish fury has been unleashed against a state that appears overwhelmed and unable to meet the needs of people used to living under an effective government.
Oklahoma storms injure at least 11 and leave thousands without power
More than 99,000 Oklahoma homes and businesses lost power during the overnight storms. By late Sunday afternoon, that number was reduced to around 24,000. No f…
Vigil held for Grizzly No. 399, the beloved Grand Teton bear who was killed by a vehicle
Wildlife guide Bo Weldon told the gathering the community was going to “pingpong through the stages of grief” but that was what they needed to do despite the d…
Proposition 1 could reshape Idaho elections
The fiercest battle in Idaho politics this November may not be the presidential race or any of the legislative races happening across the state.