Kerri Thoreson
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Father's lullaby strikes a chord
Nephew David Motola (my sister Lynne’s son) and his wife, Molly, are like a lot of young parents, making a living and a life and raising a family. They live in Salt Lake City with their three darling sons, Isaac, 4…
Changes to business honor local history
Brett Seright was born four years after his parents, Sandy and Nancy, opened their first hardware store in Post Falls in 1979, so he’s no stranger to retail and home improvement.
Front row seat to epic English debate
There was an American in British Parliament on Monday during the debate about barring presidential candidate Donald Trump from entering the country. Turns out the Parliament cannot make the decision, which is the p…
Reality tops reality TV in love match
The new season of "The Bachelor" kicked off this month with Denver software accounts manager Ben Higgins in the starring role. It’s reality TV, if using a very loose definition of the word 'reality.'
For, of, by the people requires people
Fellow citizens are taking the oath of office in city halls this month.
Coming home for the holidays goes viral
Christine Woeller is a hometown girl ... Borah Elementary, Canfield Middle School, graduated from Coeur d’Alene High School in 2011, attended the University of Idaho, studied abroad at Oxford University and recentl…
Christmas Eve journey of giving
Author’s note: This column first appeared in The Press on 12/21/05 when this “daddy’s girl” was newly grieving the loss of mine. For anyone facing their first Christmas without a parent or loved one, it’s my wish f…
Post Falls couple has sweet home for Christmas
Home for Christmas took on a literal meaning Saturday, when Austin and Amanda Williamson received the keys to their new house in Post Falls.
The good is right in front of us
Writing a column when the dark and dreary days of almost winter bring with them the blues is a challenge.
Jack's gift inspires more giving
My new superhero is just 8 years old. He’s a handsome and charming third-grader who looks great in a suit.
Gratitude for light, warmth, and water
Thousands of people in our communities are counting their blessings for the return of power after the epic wind storm last week knocked out electricity far and wide.
Parades and events all part of the job
Over a dozen years ago, Gay Glasson started as the administrative assistant with the Coeur d’Alene Downtown Association but her love for special events led to her role as events coordinator for the past decade.
Recalling those who are forever young
Russell Lee Watson was born on Feb. 28, 1942, the oldest son of Harold and Marie Watson of Post Falls. He grew up enjoying the outdoors, and in 1959 at age 17, Russell had his father sign the papers so he could enl…
Ice cream anniversary cause for celebration
Baby books of yesteryear were like blogs are today for young mothers. In practiced penmanship, small details of baby’s first everythings were documented with love.
Moments of humanity part of job
Back in August, in the midst of those last glorious dog days of summer, I accepted the position of interim director of the Post Falls Food Bank.