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.

Sholeh: Old housing formula offers new hope

Multigenerational approach worked then; could it help now?

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Take it from 'Seaside Joe' as well — Howell is the guy

MEANTIME, all the hoopla about Geno being the top dog brings up an interesting wrinkle. Might Howell have the best shot at taking the permanent QB job because he’s starting at No. 2?

Summer has arrived. Finally!

Happy first day of summer tomorrow, when we'll receive the gift of sunshine and temperatures in the 80s after a chilly wet first part of the month. Summer solstice marks the longest period of daylight of the year in the Northern Hemisphere.

Milestone Announcement

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Lawsuits: Winning has its limits

Defamation case victor might not become overnight millionaire.

Barbara J. Renner, 87

On August 13, 1936, in the Missouri Ozarks, Ernest and Clara Allen Smith welcomed their firstborn – a daughter, Barbara Jean.

Amending your estate planning documents requires more than handwritten notes in the margins

Wills and trusts are typically changed over time as life circumstances, the state where you reside, or your desired outcomes change. It is actually the rare case where a person puts their estate plan together once and never changes it after that. What is important to understand however, is how to effectively and legally change your will or trust so that the changes are enforced per your wishes.

KCSO searching for missing woman

Linda Kent 62, was last seen near the boat launch while visiting the park with family

River City Leadership Academy celebrates Class of 2024

Post Falls Chamber program has graduated nearly 300 people since 2009

Why live in a good community when you can make it a great one? Or, even better, why not strive to make it the best? That's the goal of the River City Leadership Academy, which celebrated the graduation of its Class of 2024 Tuesday during the Post Falls Chamber of Commerce's Connect4Lunch at the Prairie Falls Golf Club.

The Exhausted Dad: Tough decisions shopping for a best friend

My kids keep a long list of items in their heads for future birthdays and Christmas gifts. For themselves.

Sholeh: Juneteenth's freedom is universal

Holiday is a celebration and reminder of being our own masters

OPINION: Convictions about principled presidential leadership

The conviction of a candidate for president of the United States for felony crimes is not a moment for celebration, but a time for reflection and recommitment to principles that define our democracy. We must carefully consider the character of those we elect, and advocate for leaders who prioritize public service above all else.

OPINION: Dorothy Moon is fueling efforts to detoxify Idaho’s Republican Party

Dorothy Moon held onto her position as boss of the extremist branch of Idaho’s Republican Party at the GOP convention in Coeur d’Alene on June 15. Mary Souza challenged Moon for the chairmanship in hopes of bringing more moderation to the party but failed on a vote of 376-228. A tremendous effort had been made by reasonable Republicans to win a majority of precinct committee positions in this year’s closed GOP primary. The objective was to vote the extremists out and change the direction of the party. Despite creditable success in some areas of the state, the reformers did not get their majority. They will in the next election, if they keep at it.

Moon reelected Idaho GOP Chair, party now opposes funding higher education

Republican party platform opposes higher ed funding

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Deal or no deal, the Mariners must address bullpen

However they work out this bullpen situation, go ahead and bet they’ll add more than one power arm. Getting this thing right could mean a World Series.

OPINION: A serious case of mistaken identity among Idaho’s three political parties

It was a pleasant surprise to find a letter from Governor Brad Little when I opened my mailbox on June 10. But it was unsettling to read his warning against voting for Idaho Democratic candidates who might endanger his “record of success.” Thinking back over the years, Democratic legislators have played a significant role in that success. For instance, the Governor’s letter touted the Idaho Launch program, which provides kids with workforce training grants. That program would not have seen the light of day in 2023 without the essential support of House and Senate Democrats. They gave it strong support again this year. In fact, the Democrats in the Legislature have given the Governor support on numerous issues since he took office in January 2019.

Graduates, look around the room

In recent years I invited my village of friends, many of whom are actual long-ago classmates of mine, to give sage advice to the new crop of high school graduates and it was an eclectic array of perspectives.