Yellowstone calls for more bison in new plan

The purpose of the EIS is to preserve an ecologically sustainable population of wild and migratory bison while continuing to work with partners to address issues related to brucellosis transmission, human safety, property damage, and to fulfill Tribal trust responsibilities.

Catch a tagged fish? Report it and help shape fisheries management in Idaho

Each tag is labeled with a unique number that identifies the fish and how to report it online

Sheriff's office looks to grow in remodeled Kootenai North building

The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office aims to complete its move to the Kootenai North facility in Hayden by summer’s end.

Passport Fair slated in Coeur d'Alene

Idahoans in need of a passport, or those whose passports have expired or will expire in the next year, may register for an appointment. Appointments should be made in advance, online, a press release said.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Talking M's today, then my friend Bill tomorrow

If you’re thinking this team needs another bat or two, well, yeah. That one is pretty obvious — and it will be true even if Julio Rodriguez continues his return to superstar level. The Mariners need another offensive star.

StanCraft-led investor group buys Templin's on the River

Templin’s will operate under a new hotel management agreement, and property oversight will be provided by Harry Sladich, former chief operating officer for Red Lion Hotels Corporation.

OPINION: Far-right GOP primary wins make supporting Democrats essential

Democracies are unhealthy without a balance of power between the parties and accountability at the ballot box. Sadly, Idaho’s ruling party is steadily moving deeper into extremism, fueled by low-turnout closed primaries that attract extreme conservative voters far outside the mainstream and millions in out-of-state spending from far-right extremists.

MARIJUANA: Gateway drug destroys lives

The Biden Administration may ease restrictions/reclassify marijuana because they say it has less potential for abuse than some of the nation’s more dangerous drugs such as LSD and heroin. They wouldn’t make it legal but would allow changes at the federal level to give lawmakers less hesitation to legalize it.

Shoshone County switches recycling contractors amid bid dispute

After a review of two recycling company bids, the Shoshone Board of County Commissioners voted last week to make a switch from MCE Garbage and Recycling to KP Auto Salvage. MCE has been handling the county’s recycling since 2018.

Rotenone is the "reset button" for fisheries, but what is it and how does IDFG use it?

The chemical is a naturally occurring substance that suffocates fish

While it is very effective at removing unwanted fish, it also kills desirable fish as well. But that doesn’t mean all good fish are lost. Managers often use nets or electrofishing to remove desirable fish before using rotenone so those fish can be restocked after the rotenone treatment.

AMMON: Proud to be a librarian

Lest readers of a recent column believe that librarians are anti-American, anti-family and wicked, I must correct the record.

NO LEAVES: Don’t worry just yet

What’s wrong with my tree? It’s June and there are no leaves, some leaves or sporadic new growth. Don’t be in hurry to remove it.

DEJA VU: Another Strong Man rising to power

It seems like we’ve been here before… During the 1930s, there was a Strong Man who came to Power in Germany. He promised to “Make Germany Great Again.” (He would restore Prosperity, rebuild the Military, and gather up all those People who weakened the Blood Lines of Germany and concentrate them in “Camps” where they could be controlled.) Today, here in our own Country, there is a Populist Leader who is promising to “Make America Great Again.” (He would restore Prosperity, rebuild the Military, and gather up all the “Illegal Immigrants” and put them in “Detention Centers” along our Southern Border.)

Legals for May, 29 2024

Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office proposes $50 million budget

The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office has unveiled a proposed budget for fiscal year 2025.

ELECTION: Let’s get back to normal

Until recently I paid no attention to Precinct Committeemen. That was before the turmoil on the NIC Board, whose meetings I have been attending. That’s when I came to understand their importance; while I was paying no attention the zealots took over. I’m back in the game now and I hope you are too. It’s time to return to normal.

Trump convicted of felony crimes

Trump is expected to quickly appeal the verdict.

MY TURN: 'Got front license plates?'

Not displaying them is illegal in Idaho.

MY TURN: The good old days

I was shopping in a local store a couple of weeks ago when I overheard two women talking about how they wish we could go back to “the good old days” when things were so much better. I have heard that same mantra expressed many times over recent years. And I have always had the same internal reaction…good old days? For whom?

LEFT TURN: Not satisfied with response

This is in response to a letter I received after my presentation regarding left-hand turns into the shopping center near Kohl’s off Prairie Avenue.