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Kootenai County commissioners debate $1M Hayden law enforcement contract
Kootenai County commissioners were split on whether to accept the city of Hayden's proposed contract for law enfor…
Lake City High School grad keeps Navy flying in Pacific Northwest
Aviators in the U.S. Navy fly some of the most technologically advanced aircraft in modern history.
Shoshone County jail bookings
Arrests and bookings for Shoshone County jail.
VETERANS PRESS: The high cost of waiting or not applying for your earned disability benefits
When we solemnly swore our oath in supporting and defending the Constitution of the United States, we didn’t have in our heads the idea that existed the potential to leave military service with fewer abilities had …
VETERANS PRESS: Hey veterans, did you know?
Did you know — When you pass, your spouse could be entitled to Veterans Administration (VA) benefits such as Burial, Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC) or Survivor’s Pension Benefits.
VETERANS PRESS: Six valuable VA benefits passed on to survivors
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) offers a range of benefits not only to veterans but also to their surviving spouses, children and dependents.
VETERANS PRESS: Vietnam War veterans health issues
It’s important to understand the health care needs of Vietnam War Veterans because of the long-term effects of military service during the Vietnam War era. If you served during the Vietnam War, including Veterans w…
VETERANS PRESS: Free and discounted event tickets to veterans and their families
Vet Tix provides tickets to events which reduce stress, strengthen family bonds, build lifelong memories and encourage service members and veterans to stay engaged with local communities and American life. We suppo…
VETERANS PRESS: Having Trouble Navigating VA.GOV?
In a move to make information more accessible to veterans, the VA is use va.gov for appointments, records access, education benefits information, and much more. This is why we recommend creating a VA.gov account fo…
VETERANS PRESS: Hey veterans, did you know if you are receiving your medical care from the VA… and need Emergency care…
During a medical emergency, Veterans should immediately seek care at the nearest medical facility. A medical emergency is an injury, illness or symptom so severe that without immediate treatment, you believe your l…
Overestimated of overspent? Shoshone County's budget mystery solved
Earlier this month, county officials received the final report from consulting firm Eide Bailly, who reviewed portions of the county’s financial statements fro…
Post Falls parks manager receives Patriot Award
Post Falls parks manager Bryan Myers has been awarded the Patriot Award through the Employer Support for the Guard and Reserves (ESGR). ESGR outreach coordinat…
Today's Ghastly Groaner
A man walks into a bar and sees three men and a dog playing cards.
In need of good deeds: Three Cheers series to highlight positive impacts
A young person helps an elderly neighbor cross the street — three cheers.
Priest River to host ‘Capital for a Day’ on Thursday
Governor Brad Little’s next “Capital for a Day” event will be held in Priest River on Thursday, Aug. 29 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Priest River Event Center…
Kroger and Albertsons head to court to defend merger plan
Kroger and Albertsons defended their plan to merge – and tried to overcome the U.S. government’s objections – in a federal court hearing that began Monday in O…