LIBRARIES: Democracy shelved at CLN board meeting

At the June 24 special meeting of the Community Library Network board, trustees debated filling the vacancy left by Trustee Katie Blank — as if her depth of knowledge and commitment to the community could ever be replaced. With 100% of the board endorsed by the Kootenai County Republican Central Committee, they’ve forgotten that a quality board thrives on diverse perspectives. Instead, their purity tests ensure we’re stuck with carbon copies of their nationalist principles.

Legals for July, 4 2024

HOOPFEST NOTEBOOK: On the newest Celtic, a reunion and some future names to watch on the court

“We talked to (Gonzaga men’s basketball) Coach (Mark) Few and John Stockton after it happened, and they were really excited for him,” Deon Watson Sr. said. “The entire community is just excited for him and can’t wait to see what he can do. It still hasn’t sunk in yet, and there’s a lot of work to put in.”

LEGION BASEBALL: Wood Bat Classic begins today

Senior Division semifinal and championship game are scheduled for Sunday at Al K. Jackson Field in Spokane.

Ranger injured and armed person making threats dies at Yellowstone, park says

The ranger was in stable condition at a hospital, according to the statement, which did not specify how the ranger was injured.

MY TURN: Kootenai County Public Service Announcement special attention: Washington criminals

Reservation Confirmation: Kootenai Sheriff Bed and Breakfast

Fourth of July is upon us and it is no surprise that many of our arrestees will come from the state of Washington. I have a responsibility to advise Washington criminals that Idaho laws are much different than those in Washington. Here are the top 10 things a criminal should know before bringing unlawful behavior into Kootenai County.

No budget surplus expected as Idaho begins new fiscal year today

State budget revenue projections missed the mark by millions in April and May, which may mean less money for property tax relief in 2025

After state budget projections missed the mark by more than $120 million in May, budget officials were not expecting the state of Idaho to end its fiscal year on Sunday with a budget surplus – a departure from record surpluses in recent years.

Monday TV/Radio highlights

Television, radio and streaming highlights for Monday, July 1

Idahoans hit the road for Fourth fun

State average for gas is 35 cents cheaper than a year ago amid record number of travelers

Meanwhile, the national average currently sits at $3.51 per gallon, which is also two cents more than a week ago, but two cents less than a month ago and a year ago. Idaho currently ranks 12th in the country for most expensive fuel.

Looking for walleye in Lake Pend Oreille? We've got you covered.

Locations and fishing tips for summer walleye fishing in Lake Pend Oreille

The Highway 95 Long Bridge and Railroad Bridge areas near Sandpoint continue to be walleye fishing hotspots, where the greatest number of acoustic tags were detected.

Hollywood needs new stars like Glen Powell

With a little luck from a few tornadoes, 2024 could be the year of Glen Powell.

The End of the Trail Running

Reading the book Chi Running by Danny Dreyer helped me appreciate that running well can be beautiful, like a form of art.

Moving History Forward: – The Moritz Brakemeyer Story – Part II

The U of I had also signed on as the accreditor for the college and an audit of the CJC program revealed that no science classes met minimum enrollment requirements, so credits earned in science would not be transferrable.

Federal Reserve's preferred inflation gauge shows price pressures easing further

The latest figures will likely be welcomed by the Fed's policymakers, who have said they need to feel confident that inflation is slowing sustainably toward their 2% target before they'd start cutting interest rates

Northwest Notes: July 4, 2024

Notes on Coeur d'Alene High product Erin Legel and Gonzaga women's basketball

First application deadline for 'Miracle on Britton' homes closes July 15

Homeownership opportunities to benefit local middle-income workers; final deadline Oct. 1

The vision to provide homeownership opportunities for local middle-income workers is beginning to take shape. The first application window for "Miracle on Britton" homes closes July 15. Construction on 28 homes, which will be built on Britton Road off Greensferry Road in Post Falls and priced from $290,000-$399,000, is expected to begin early this fall.

FAST FIVE Briana Francis is piecing together the perfect Fourth of July Parade

Introducing Briana Francis, a dynamic 26-year-old who is rapidly advancing in her role as program coordinator at the Coeur d'Alene Regional Chamber.

Compost vs. Fertilizer: Understanding the differences for soil and plant health

What gardener doesn’t delight in a lush, flourishing garden? Whether we are growing flowers or vegetables (or both), we want a beautiful, productive garden.

To save spotted owls, U.S. officials plan to kill hundreds of thousands of another owl species

Past efforts to save spotted owls focused on protecting the forests where they live, sparking bitter fights over logging but also helping slow the birds' decline. The proliferation of barred owls in recent years is undermining that earlier work, officials said.

Supreme Court rules ex-presidents have broad immunity, dimming chance of a pre-election Trump trial

In a historic ruling, the justices said Monday for the first time that former presidents can be shielded from prosecution for at least some of what they do in the Oval Office.