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Inspired by Billy Graham's shining example
Other ministers told funnier jokes than Billy Graham, did a better job of illustrating Bible passages and organizing sermons, but no one was more effective than Graham in getting people to step forward in front of …
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Learning to let go and manage
Joe paced back and forth in his sister’s kitchen one Sunday before dinner. His sister, Carol, recognized the worried look on his face and called him over to where she stood next to the sink.
Komberec named aerospace alliance executive of year
Tim Komberec, president and CEO of Empire Airlines, Inc. in Hayden, has received the Executive of the Year Award from the Pacific Northwest Aerospace Alliance.
Trickster's brewing medals at N.Y. beer competition
COEUR d’ALENE — Coeur d’Alene micro-brewery, Trickster’s Brewing Company, won silver and bronze medals and Idaho Brewery of the Year for 2018 at the New York International Beer Competition.
Idaho 2017 unemployment rate increases slightly
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics has revised Idaho’s statewide seasonally adjusted annual average unemployment rate for 2017 up slightly to 3.2 percent — one-tenth percent higher than the estimated 3.1 percent f…
Purpose, passion and football
I had the pleasure of attending the Super Bowl in my home state of Minnesota in February, and went to many of the parties and events leading up to the big game. One of my favorites is Taste of the NFL, which made i…
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Beverly's remains the only AAA Four Diamond restaurant in Idaho
Beverly’s restaurant in The Coeur d’Alene Resort is the sole Idaho food establishment to appear on AAA’s exclusive list of four- and five-diamond restaurants, …
A year of growth and recognition for Jordan Sales and Service
Jordan Sales and Service experienced signficant growth and earned awards in 2017.
STEM education offers a brighter future
As I contemplated a column for National Engineers Week, Feb. 18-24, my thoughts turned not to the typical newspaper reader, but to their children and grandchil…
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Playground equipment offered in Post Falls
Residential swing sets, commercial playgrounds, trampoline sets and basketball hoops are offered at Intermountain Playground Co. With a huge example visible fr…
Meet the people behind Kootenai Foundation's success
The Kootenai Health Foundation is overseen by a board of directors comprised of 13 leaders from throughout the community. They are elected by fellow board memb…
Street smarts for the boardroom
I’m back with another installment of street smarts, those skills that go beyond what is taught in school — the lessons we learn by experience and practice. Never underestimate the value and importance of “extracurr…