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MY TURN: Why is BLM silent in the WFPC discussion?
In my view, the key to this discussion lies in understanding the easement agreement between Avery and the BLM.
Pottsville 7 explain agreement with USFS
Nestled just east of Mullan, Idaho, a beloved green space is undergoing a quiet but determined transformation. Officially named Shoshone Park, the site is owne…
Fire contained at Circling Raven
A fire at Circling Raven Gulf Course that began Sunday night has been contained. The initial fire call came in after 5:30 p.m. for under four acres.
Today's Ghastly Groaner
Why did the middle child inherit the family air conditioning company?
KCSO investigating Hayden homicide
After a man was found dead Monday afternoon, police are investigating the matter as a homicide, according to the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office.
Four people survive fiery plane crash at Kalispell City Airport
Kalispell, Smith Valley, Whitefish and Evergreen fire departments used foam to extinguish the fire as it spread from the two aircraft to a nearby patch of gras…
Priest River man dies in Highway 41 crash
Idaho State Police are investigating a fatal crash that occurred Sunday afternoon on State Highway 41, south of Spirit Lake.
Ballot initiative proposed to eliminate Idaho’s 6% sales tax on food
If passed, the “Repeal Idaho’s Grocery Tax” initiative would in fiscal year 2028 eliminate Idaho’s 6% sales tax on food items, as defined by the federal Supple…
Trump says he's placing Washington police under federal control and deploying the National Guard
The president bluntly dismissed the idea that Washington needed to enlarge its 3,500-officer police force, even as he seeks to have more armed personnel going …
Milwaukee area drying out after weekend rain causes record flooding on multiple rivers
The National Weather Service predicted more rain for the area Monday night, but nothing like the prolonged deluge Saturday into Sunday that caused the flash fl…
Support flows for local youth, causes on Lemonade Day
Several local youths squeezed the most out of summer during 2025 Lemonade Day Kootenai County. Stands bubbled up across North Idaho on July 26, when wee one…
Roving Chef, Eat Smart Idaho introduce kids to new foods
Lunch was all about trying new corn-based foods Wednesday at Northwest Expedition Academy — baby corn, corn muffins, popcorn, corn chips and corn salsa. "I …
Vintage pedal car firetruck to fundraise for Red and Blue Foundation
A restored 1960s AMF pedal car and fire extinguisher are being raffled to benefit firefighting families affected by the Canfield Mountain incident through the …
Steel shooting competition to benefit local Special Forces Association
Community members are invited to take a shot at some nice prizes and support local veterans at the same time.
Today's Ghastly Groaner
Why don’t vacationers at the beach ever get bored?