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The race for Idaho’s top election official, the secretary of state, is a rematch
Teenager dies in boating accident on Flathead Lake
Authorities were dispatched to Flathead Lake near Lakeside on Saturday, Aug. 23 at about 1 p.m. According to the release, the teen fell off the front of the boat while it was moving and he did not resurface.
Juvenile dies in vehicle fire
According to the Idaho State Police, the incident occurred about 1 a.m. on Reeds Creek Road in Benewah County.
Person in US is diagnosed with New World screwworm parasite
New World screwworm is a fly that lays its eggs in open wounds and body opening such as the eyes, ears, nose or mouth. It primarily affects livestock and is ra…
Great white sharks are going north. Here's what the numbers say
The number of white sharks detected off Halifax, Nova Scotia, increased about 2.5 times from 2018 to 2022, according to a paper published in May in the journal…
Sunset Fire evacuations lifted
Effective immediately, all "GO" evacuation levels have been lifted for the Sunset fire, Bonner County Sheriff's Office officials said.
Miles for Smiles cruise, car show Sept. 6
Classic car owners who wish to bring joy to others while supporting the Hayden Senior Center will have plenty of opportunities to do so Sept. 6 during the seco…
Museum of North Idaho gets $10K donation
The Museum of North Idaho received a donation that will help fund the facility’s growth — and the donor has issued a challenge to the community.
River City Physical Therapy celebrates 30 years in North Idaho
After three decades in Kootenai County, reaching their official 30-year milestone this week for River City Physical Therapy has been an emotional journey for s…
‘A powerful catalyst for both personal and professional growth’
NIC students on frontlines of scientific discovery with research program
Crews make significant gains on Sunset Fire
Significant gains were made this weekend on the Sunset Fire with crews reaching 32% containment of the 3,230-acre wildfire in southern Bonner County. While …
Kootenai Classical Academy earns Cognia accreditation
Kootenai Classical Academy announced Wednesday it has earned Cognia accreditation.
Today's Ghastly Groaner
What do you call a sheep that can sing and dance?
Survivors to share testimonies Sept. 6 at Altar Church
Survivors of horrific and tragic events will share their testimonies at 6 p.m. Sept. 6 during the "Journey of Forgiveness" event at the Altar Church. The pa…
Community in full color
North Idaho College held its first-ever Color Fun Run 5K on Saturday, bringing together a few hundred members of the campus community and the public.
Big wins in the barn
For the Ellisons, 4H is a family affair. It seems winning is, too.