Kerri Thoreson
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Long-ago souvenir brings rush of memories
Coeur d’Alene’s Jim Custer and his bride of 58 years, Jennifer, have had a most interesting life, including meeting and then marrying while skating in the Ice …
First day photos, Dutch ovens and bikepacking
We're empty nesters, so no smiling photos of little kids in new clothes and backpacks heading off to the first day of school.
The arts inspire throughout our communities
On Saturday night, Janet Carlson and her sister, Linda Hall, attended a performance of Love Letters starring Mike Pearce and Anne Lunceford Capellen at the Bay…
The season of transitions and goodbyes
We’re at least a month out from pumpkin spice and the leaves changing colors, but this is the season of transitions.
Inspiring and annoying marks the past week
When I’m asked what kind of a column I write, I’ve said for decades it’s about whatever amuses, annoys or inspires me in any given week.
The little things make a big difference
Ron McIntire has received many awards and much recognition for his public service and prolific philanthropy.
Historic log house finally returned to glory
Saving a historic structure
Main Street: Unexpected camaraderie a yard sale bonus
Last week’s Main Street column on the subject of beginning the process of uncluttering our home via a yard sale definitely struck a chord with quite a few readers, especially my Baby Boomer peers.
Removing stuff will be so satisfying
Too much, for far too long
Trojans power Post Falls parade
Post Falls Trojans were everywhere in the parade, which is pretty cool since it’s summer vacation and normally students are scattered hither and yon.
Fire chief on receiving end of services
Good neighbors are a blessing and Llolyn Pobran found out the hard way just how true that is.
Skybox swan song brings nostalgia
A dozen years ago, when I was doing morning radio on KVNI, I accepted the invitation by the Coeur d’Alene Chamber of Commerce to announce the Fourth of July pa…
A tale of two very different years
A look back to the merry month of June 2021 offers quite the comparison weather-wise to the sixth month of this year.
The first step is always the hardest
On Friday midday, I was heading out to do some errands.
Acuffs a talented pair to draw to
I’ve known Heidi Acuff for quite a long time — mother, Fernan mayor, entrepreneur — Heidi’s Pancake Mix (whole wheat cottage cheese was my favorite!), Realtor, artist, a genuine Renaissance woman.