OPINION: Rational thinking

In a recent Coeur d'Alene Press editorial, the lingering ghost of the former editor rises like swamp gas over the Florida Everglades to regurgitate tired and biased tropes against the Republican Party.

In France, D-Day evokes both the joys of liberation and the pain of Normandy's 20,000 civilian dead

“The Americans, for us, were gods,” Marchais, now 86, recalled. “Whatever they do in the world, they will always be gods to me.”

Today's Ghastly Groaner

I went to buy a pair of camouflage pants

Chip Shots June 11, 2024

Scores, news, results, etc., from local golf courses, leagues, etc.

Gyro Days begin this week

The event kicks off Wednesday afternoon club members will be live in Downtown Wallace generating excitement for the official commencement of the festival on Thursday – during the live event, viewers will get a chance to preview some of the attractions of the days ahead, including food, beverages, a few jokes and games, and even be a few Lead Creek Derby tickets will be available.

Home prices rise in Kootenai County

Decline in Shoshone County, according to latest housing report

The Coeur d’Alene Regional Realtors reported that current active residential listings as of June 5 was 998, up from 957 in May 2023.

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.

Public invited to comment on proposed changes to Idaho Special Education Manual

The Idaho Department of Education is inviting the public to comment on proposed changes to the state’s Special Education Manual.

Legals for June, 1 2024

Wyoming pass landslide brings mountain-sized headache to commuting tourist town workers

Each day, thousands make — or used to make — the half-hour-plus drive over Teton Pass from more affordable communities in eastern Idaho. Commuters are now looking at at least another hour of driving and possibly two through a different route into Wyoming.

238-acre subdivision proposed in Post Falls

Subdivision would add 1,125 lots

The Post Falls Planning and Zoning Commission is holding a public hearing at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 11 to discuss a request to subdivide approximately a parcel of 238.53 acres into 1125 lots in the mixed residential zoning district south of Prairie Avenue, between Idaho Road and Greensferry Road.

Silver Bridge discussed heavily at open house

The Silver Bridge, which crosses the North Fork of the Coeur d’Alene River and conjoins the Old River Road with Coeur d’Alene River Road, was originally scheduled to begin construction in September of this year, but that has been pushed back due to several issues.

Chip Shots May 28, 2024

Results, news, highlights from local golf courses, leagues, etc.

Housing: Why regional approach matters

Avoiding duplicative efforts and costs is part of the equation

Wallace Chamber seeks volunteers for visitor center

With about 30,000 visitors using resources each year at the Wallace Visitor Center, the Wallace Chamber of Commerce is looking for help.

Day 1 of Rathdrum throws meet in the books

Day 2 of the meet is Saturday, beginning at noon.

Innovia Foundation awards $446K to North Idaho nonprofits

The Innovia Foundation has awarded $446,000 in grants to 48 nonprofit organizations serving North Idaho.

Post Falls subdivision lots approved unanimously after traffic concerns voiced

Traffic issues in the city of Post Falls now and in the future was the topic on residents’ and commissioners' minds leading up to a unanimously approved vote to turn North Place East Subdivision into 1,125 lots Tuesday night.

The Joy of Triathlons

Kip is a physical therapist who moved here in 2007 and didn’t do his first triathlon until 2010

Grizzly killed near St. Maries

Hunter told Fish and Game he thought it was a black bear

After identifying the bear at the scene as a grizzly, the hunter contacted Idaho Fish and Game and has cooperated with the investigation.