Donald D. Johnson, 71

Donald D. Johnson, 71, of Post Falls, went to the Happy Hunting Place in the Sky on June 12, 2024.

Companions Animal Center volunteer serves as ‘happy to see you’ person

For years, volunteering at Companions Animal Center has put the joy in Joyce Crettol’s life.

Northwest Expedition Academy essays: 'How do support dogs make a difference?'

Fourth graders at Northwest Expedition Academy spent time this spring investigating the question, "How do support dogs make a difference in people’s lives?" Four different support dogs from the community came into the classroom so students could learn more about their specific jobs. Students spent time researching dog’s specialized senses that make them so adept for support work. Below is the second and final round of op-ed pieces written by the students.

Northwest Expedition Academy students explore support dog work through writing

More essays to be published Friday

Fourth graders at Northwest Expedition Academy spent time this spring investigating the question, "How do support dogs make a difference in people’s lives?" Four different support dogs from the community came into the classroom so students could learn more about their specific jobs. Students spent time researching dog’s specialized senses that make them so adept for support work.

Dog Days of Summerfest coming up in Hayden

The fun will include a Kootenai County Sheriff's Office K-9 demonstration, prizes, treats, face painting and dog vendors.

Willie Mays Appreciation

: The 'Say Hey Kid' inspired generations with talent and exuberance

Howard G. Sterner, 76

Howard Greg Sterner, 76, beloved husband and cherished father, died peacefully at home surrounded by his family on May 10, 2024.

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.

Helena R. Chandler-Howell, 83

Helena was born November 25, 1940, in French Camp, California, and grew up in the Sacramento and San Francisco area. She went home on June 8, 2024, in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.

Dog left tied up outside Companions Animal Center in Coeur d'Alene

'Loomie' up for adoption

Vicky Nelson, CAC spokesperson, said security cameras showed a person walking up about 10 p.m. Tuesday, tying up the dog, and walking away.

Post Falls woman: 'They lost everything'

Woman helps sister who lost home to Iowa twister

The tornado hit the family physically, mentally and emotionally.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

What kind of dog doesn't bark?

Shelley Kay Holtz-Gurganus, 61

Shelley Kay Holtz-Gurganus, 61

United in spirit and mission

Veteran reflects on meaning of Memorial Day

“They shall not grow old, as we that are left grow old. Days shall not worry them, nor the years condemn them. At the going down of the sun, and in the morning, we will remember them.”

Mary Albert, 86

Mary Ieleen Albert, beloved wife, mother, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2024.

'Beauty' leaves her mark

Bald eagle became an international ambassador with Birds of Prey Northwest

Veltkamp led a multi-specialty team that engineered a 3-D printed beak for Beauty, and she provided care for the eagle for nearly 20 years, as she couldn’t feed herself and was unable to survive any longer in the wild.

Foal health: Managing neonatal maladjustment syndrome

Although rare, neonatal maladjustment syndrome can be a challenging and potentially serious condition for foals as they struggle to adapt to life outside the womb due to neurological abnormalities present during or shortly after birth.

The progression of meteorology

The advancement of meteorology has taken huge strides, especially in recent years. Meteorology is the study of the atmosphere and its phenomena, plus its interaction with the earth’s surface oceans and life in general.

HUCKLEBERRIES: Ordinance for peace and quiet

“Ordinance” is a fancy word for a law imposed by cities and counties.

Jacqulyn Korn, 82

Jacqulyn Mae Korn (Jackie), passed away peacefully, May 23rd, 2024, at the University of Kentucky, Chandler Medical Center, at the age of 82.