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It has been down right toasty here in North Idaho, and wine purchasing patterns are consistent with the warm sunny weather. We are all heading outside, cooking our meals on the grill and enjoying the lake. Like we always do we have many new wines to choose from and right now they are the lighter and brighter versions that go well with all from lounging on the deck to dining alfresco. Here are some of our favorites.

EDITORIAL: Breathe in another beautiful autumn

It's the season of the witch — the friendly kind, of course

Kellogg job fair 'a little like trick or treating'

The pressure was on as freshman Mykah Gray worked to try and keep the seal on the resuscitation training bag firmly over the practice dummy’s mouth. Elizabeth Babcock talked him through the procedure and modified his movements to indicate the best method to save a life.

Joseph Patrick 'Pat' Acuff, 78

Joseph Patrick “Pat” Acuff, left his beloved Coeur d’Alene on February 9, 2024.

EDITORIAL: How to survive the worst storms

Fuel to get you through a presidential election year

Beatrice 'Bea' Carney, 85

Beatrice Lolita Blanchard Neely Carney March 29, 1938 — Feb. 19, 2024

Searching for O'Sherman

Gold Quest begins in downtown CDA

O’Sherman the Leprechaun will be hiding every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday during business hours.

HUCKLEBERRIES: Of 'purple gold,' Manley and Reed

Venerable Mary Lou Reed and her late husband, Scott, co-founded the Kootenai Environmental Alliance with good friend Art Manley 50 years ago.

Sew much fun

Students learn new medium during artist-in-residence program

Through bird-nested bobbins and tangled threads, Sorensen students arrived competent and confident at the end of a two-week artist-in-residence program with cloth and fiber artist Katy Baker-Casile.

Managing compulsive disorders in dogs and cats

Dogs and cats who cannot be distracted from an activity, such as biting or chasing imaginary objects, may be experiencing a compulsive disorder, especially when their behavior prevents them from maintaining their daily routine.

Stanley Hilton Shapiro, 73

Dr. Stanley Hilton Shapiro, 73, beloved life partner of Kristi Beamis and physician to many passed away quietly at home in Pinehurst, Idaho on Thursday, February 15, 2024.

Protecting puppies from parvovirus

Springtime brings a vibrant burst of life and marks a time when many puppies are born.

To save a dog's life

Couple donates funds for 20 PureVent pet oxygen masks for first responders

Oxygen mask could save a dog's life

Grand marshal's lifetime love of parades

In Marlo Finney Faulkner’s 81 years, she can’t remember a time growing up in the family’s Park Drive home in the Fort Grounds in Coeur d'Alene when she didn’t attend the Fourth of July parade.

The Exhausted Dad: Magic of the season doesn’t apply to monkeys

Christmas is magic for kids, but magic has its limits. For good reason.

Man charged after Post Falls K-9’s death

The owner of a Bonner County kennel is facing criminal charges after five dogs died in overheated conditions at his facility last summer, including a Post Falls Police Department K9.

Cd'A disaster dogs learn water detection

Recovery of victims under water long-time goal of canine program.

Dogs trained for water searches

North Idaho College graduates celebrate commencement

School spirit was tangible Friday morning as North Idaho College's 2024 graduates celebrated one of the biggest moments in their academic journeys. That spirit was on full display with Hunter Johnston, who has performed as NIC's mascot, Cecil Cardinal, since April 2023. He made his way across the commencement stage wearing his fuzzy Cardinal red gloves and oversized plush bird feet. “I’m feeling good, I finally have a summer off. No summer classes,” said Johnston, who graduated from Coeur d'Alene High School with honors in 2021 and received a dual degree in chemistry and general studies from NIC.

A happy ending for George

Dog with checkered past adopted by Kootenai County family

No more mean streets. No more doggie jail. No more future of uncertainty. George the dog finally has a home. "George is just a dream," Kootenai County resident Deborah Rose said Wednesday. "He is the sweetest little guy. He trusts me."

Rescued Australian man who was adrift 3 months in Pacific with dog 'grateful' to be alive

“To the captain and fishing company that saved my life, I’m just so grateful. I’m alive and I didn’t really think I’d make it,” Shaddock said, adding that he and his “amazing” dog Bella are both doing well.