ALL-IDAHO BASEBALL: Reese, Smith, Pierce named to first team

Senior pitcher Cooper Reese, senior catcher Cooper Smith and junior outfielder Jack Pierce were honored.

Senior Meals

Senior Meals: June 24-28

TRAFFIC: Left turn off highway is dangerous

This letter is in response to a letter I received after my presentation regarding left-hand turns into the shopping center near Kohl’s off of Prairie Avenue. As they stated in their letter, the turn into a private driveway across solid double yellow lines is not illegal. However, it is extremely dangerous! To be making left-hand turns into a private driveway so close to an intersection, where there is no dedicated left-turn lane, and crossing over three lanes of oncoming traffic, some of which can’t be seen while making a left-hand turn into the driveway.

LIBRARY: CleanBooks4Kids is grassroots

I must correct assertions from Theresa Birkett’s May 29 My Turn. Perhaps Ms. Birkett needs a dictionary because “dictates” are from dictators. CleanBooks4Kids is a grassroots group of concerned Kootenai County citizens. As such, our influence is focused on community education — as our website attests. Regarding “concrete evidence,” if we encased these sexually explicit books for minors in concrete frames, it still wouldn’t be enough “concrete” evidence for some. Nevertheless, undeniable evidence is available at CleanBooks4Kids.com. Keep in mind that these examples are only a subset of what’s available and far from a complete listing.

F&G officer dispatches black bear near large public event in Riggins

The bear was first observed getting into trash cans in Riggins earlier in May, and at that time Fish and Game worked with the city of Riggins to spread the word about preventing access to human food sources.

EDITORIAL: This book will not have a happy ending

Library Network is in serious trouble - and trustees don't mind a bit

Janice Elaine Solum, 80

Janice Elaine Solum of Wallace, Idaho, passed at home May 30, 2024.

Dallas Michael Howell Sr., 76

Dallas Michael Howell Sr, a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps, passed away quietly in his sleep on May 26, 2024.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: M's quality starts might be enough to overcome all that whiffing

OK, then, are there reasonable moves that Seattle bosses Jerry Dipoto and Justin Hollander could make to improve this team’s chances to score some runs? You know, without giving away the store?

Youth Sports June 19, 2024

Wrestling, basketball and more.

Marion Keating, 93

Marion L. Keating, age 93, of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, passed away peacefully at the Life Care Center of Coeur d’Alene on April 26, 2024.

Kootenai County commissioners look to cut $7-$9 million to balance budget

Kootenai County commissioners took a first look Tuesday at the proposed budget for fiscal year 2025.

NIC golf coach Grove wins Oregon Open in playoff

“He’s a good player, obviously, and I knew I couldn’t give him many more chances,” Grove said. “Obviously I was trying to end it as soon as possible. Just relieved to have it (the birdie putt in the playoff) drop; it's still a grind and it’s never easy.”

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?

Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office proposes $50 million budget

The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office has unveiled a proposed budget for fiscal year 2025.

Coeur d'Alene opioid task force already at work

Spokane declares opioid crisis

White previously told the Coeur d’Alene City Council that police are trying to increase their efforts to combat opioids and drug abuse in the community.

EDITORIAL: 3, 2, 1… It's lift-off for graduates

All educational eyes on inaugural Idaho Launch.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Clos Apalta: A legacy of passion and excellence

With June off to a fast start, we are over the moon with excitement as we jump right into our Sommelier Club month. For this release, we are thrilled to share the iconic Clos Apalta wine with our members. There is plenty of deep-rooted history in this wine, so let’s take you on a journey to Chile as we share what Clos Apalta is all about.

Vandals extend Eck through 2028 football season

"We are very pleased with the progress our program has made in our first two years," Eck said. "We are not content. Our sights are set on bringing a championship to Moscow. My family and I love the University of Idaho and this community. We are grateful to President Scott Green and Terry Gawlik for this contract extension to remain here."

Cd’A Summer Shootout getting big — 84 teams expected in town for basketball tourney running Friday through Sunday

“A lot of them are turning it into a vacation,” he said of the visiting teams and their families. “I think they are seeing this more of an event.”