CLN accepts URD money, decreases base by same amount

Community Library Network trustees unanimously approved accepting $42,256.90 in urban renewal district funds during a special meeting Friday at the Post Falls Library. At the same meeting, the board majority — Chair Rachelle Ottoson, Vice Chair Tom Hanley and Tim Plass — diminished funding for the network by the same amount, despite objections from Trustees Katie Blank and Vanessa Robinson and several words of caution from Library Director Alexa Eccles.

North Idaho College appeals Swayne’s reinstatement

North Idaho College has appealed to the Idaho Supreme Court over a Kootenai County judge’s decision to reinstate NIC President Nick Swayne.

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Selecting an estate executor or successor trustee

When I meet with clients to set up estate plans, I find that a surprising number of people mistakenly believe that they must name their eldest child in their will or their trust as the person in charge of their estate. Even those who understand that they are not legally required to do this may think they are supposed to nominate their eldest child for this duty. There may have been a time when social norms dictated this outcome, but those days are long past, and today I speak to my clients in detail about who the right type of person is to be left in charge of their estate. Let’s review some of the factors that should be considered.

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No tax increase for library network

Public hearing set for 5:30 p.m. Aug. 10 in PF

The Community Library Network budget was finalized Tuesday by trustees.

Coeur d'Alene trustees approve new calendar, elementary attendance zones

Trustees of the Coeur d'Alene School District unanimously approved two motions that will set change in motion for the upcoming school year. The district will continue with a five-day school week, but with a few adjustments. Rather than a late-start Monday, the 2024-2025 school calendar will include an early-release Friday.

EDITORIAL: Hard to see heaven from NIC's view

College has a long way to go for survival.

EDITORIAL: He left N. Idaho far better than he found it

Tribute to former NIC president who died in Iowa at age 86

Locke: Important dates coming up for election

Kootenai County Clerk Jennifer Locke is reminding voters of upcoming important dates for the Nov. 7 election.

Coeur d'Alene Superintendent Hocker will not go to Pueblo

Coeur d'Alene School District Superintendent Shon Hocker will not be taking a superintendent position with the Pueblo School District in Pueblo, Colo. Trustees of the Pueblo School Board voted 3-2 to offer the job to another candidate. Hocker was one of two finalists being considered. "It became very clear to me that Pueblo, Colo. was not a good fit for me and my family," Hocker said in a letter to district staff, sent Monday afternoon to The Press.

ELECTION: Vote for Jimmy McAndrew

This letter is to encourage the good people of Hayden to please support our public schools and vote for Jimmy McAndrew for Zone 2 trustee. Jimmy has lived in North Idaho all his life and has proven himself to be a conservative, productive, intelligent and invaluable member of this community. In addition to a successful career in banking that continues to thrive, Jimmy has served in countless local volunteer positions. Please visit his website yourself to see how he has selflessly dedicated himself to our community.

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