ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Vagus nerve

If you aren’t familiar with the vagus nerve and what it does in the body, you’re not alone! More and more evidence in recent years is helping us understand this lesser-known bodily system and how it controls inflammation, brain and organ function, our body’s perception of stress, and more.

March Madness and spring fever are here

March Madness is in full swing. I think we’ve watched at least a dozen men’s basketball games in the past few weeks. I don’t watch much regular season basketball with the exception of those Gonzaga boys but I love March Madness.

Teen killed after triggering avalanche in Alaska, where 4 have died in snow slides this month

A teenager has died after triggering an avalanche, the fourth person killed in snow slides in Alaska this month.

Prosecutors in the killings of 4 Idaho students seek to use man's crime scene paper as evidence

In a court filing Monday, prosecutors said the paper Kohberger wrote in 2020 while he was a student at DeSales University in Pennsylvania “would be introduced to show Defendant’s knowledge of crime scenes.”

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Dreaming of a good night’s sleep

There is nothing so wonderful as waking refreshed after a good night’s sleep. During sleep our brains cycle through different stages, including light sleep, deep sleep, and REM (Rapid Eye Movement) sleep, each serving specific functions like memory consolidation, physical repair, and emotional processing.

The Exhausted Dad: Personal care secondary to doggie hygiene

Since my kids didn’t have a family pet for nearly a decade, they’ve accumulated the need to smother our new dog with love, affection and unnecessary grooming.

VETERANS PRESS: Eligibility for VA disability benefits

VA disability compensation provides tax-free monthly payments. If you have a service-connected condition, you may be eligible for compensation. A service-connected condition means an illness or injury that was caused by — or got worse because of — your active military service. Keep reading to find out if you may be eligible.

Myanmar quake death toll rises to 1,644 as resistance movement announces partial ceasefire

A unilateral partial ceasefire to facilitate earthquake relief efforts was announced on Saturday by Myanmar’s shadow National Unity Government, which coordinates the popular struggle against the ruling military. The country's death toll from the disaster soared to 1,644.

ILED graduation highlights program's strengths

A Silver Valley woman had her charges dismissed as Shoshone County celebrated its first ILED graduate on Monday at the Shoshone County Courthouse.

Georgia jury orders Monsanto parent to pay nearly $2.1 billion in Roundup weedkiller lawsuit

The penalties awarded include $65 million in compensatory damages and $2 billion in punitive damages, law firms Arnold & Itkin LLP and Kline & Specter PC said in a statement. That marks one of the largest verdicts in a Roundup-related case to date.

MOVING HISTORY FORWARD: Transitions: From Christenson to Schuler and NIJC to NIC

On March 12, 1968, Perry Christianson resigned as the junior college’s fourth president effective Sept. 1. His resignation letter to the Board of Trustees gave no details about his retirement plans. Still, based on statements made before his decision, it is believed that he had considered this move for at least a year before he resigned.

Denise Marie Nix (Pederson), 64

Denise Marie Nix (Pederson) was born February 6, 1961, to Donald and Dianne (Kahn) Batalia in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. She grew up there and graduated from St. Maries High School. Following, she moved to Minnetonka, Minnesota, where she raised her children, Shawn and Kaylin.

William Stanley McDougall, 80

Born March 16, 1944, in Kellogg, Idaho. William, aka “Bill,” grew up across the street from the Bunker Hill Mine.

PREP BASEBALL: Lake City takes two from Lewiston

Lake City and Coeur d'Alene return home Thursday for doubleheaders.

Richard L. Egge, 85

Richard Egge, 85, passed away on March 13, 2025, in Othello, Washington. He was the youngest of the ten children born to John and Thelma (Swenson) Egge. He was born February 24, 1940, in Williston, North Dakota, and grew up in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.

Dust off the fishing rod and plan your next family fishing outing this spring

Itchin’ for some fishin’? Here are some of the best statewide spring fishing holes for new anglers and families.

But trout aren’t the only type of fishing available. Warmwater fishing can bounce back remarkably fast with a streak of warm, sunny weather, and many other species, such as perch, crappie and bluegill, become very active during spring.

Celebrate National Humor Month!

It's said laughter is the best medicine, and I heartily agree. How many times has a good laugh — or at least a good story — rescued a difficult situation? April is National Humor Month, appropriately starting with April Fools' Day. While a harmless prank is a fun way to lighten things up among friends, it's important to keep one's sense of humor alive when things get tense at work. I'm sharing some of my favorite business-oriented stories to inspire you to lighten up uncomfortable situations. For example, determined people possess the stamina and courage to pursue their ambitions despite criticism, ridicule or unfavorable circumstances. In fact, discouragement usually spurs us on to greater things. And a sense of humor never hurts.

Have a career day, Kyle: Former Lake City High star Manzardo has three hits and four RBIs, helping Guardians past Royals

“You want to prove that you can help,” the 24-year-old designated hitter said. “I’ve hit lefties my whole life. I’m not going to tell you that I’m better against left-handed pitchers or anything, but I always hit them growing up. So, I’m excited for this year, excited to get those opportunities.”

VETERANS PRESS: Military facts that may surprise you (16-20)

16) Most U.S. Presidents served in the Army: Before taking up their roles as Commander in Chief, 31 of the 46 U.S. Presidents served in some branch of the military. The Army boasts the most presidential alumni with 16. Obviously serving in the military isn’t required, but it makes sense considering that the president is effectively the leader of the U.S. Armed Forces.

'Years in the Making' tour to roll through Post Falls on May 1

'Years in the Making' tour to roll through Post Falls on May 1

Chart-topping country artist Bryan Martin is hitting the road for his "Years in the Making" tour, a 27-date run in support of his upcoming 13-track LP of the same name, dropping Friday, April 4 via Average Joes Entertainment. He'll perform May 1 at Nashville North in Post Falls.