Stalled cars in flooded streets leave South Florida looking like a scene from a zombie movie

“You know when its coming,” he said. “Every year it’s just getting worse and for some reason people just keep going through the puddles.”

William H. Boekel, 87

William Howard Boekel of Rathdrum, Idaho, passed away peacefully at home on June 7, 2024, due to heart complications.

Christopher Ziegele, 69

Chris Ziegele of Hilger, Montana, died unexpectedly at the hospital in Lewistown on the morning of June 17, 2024.

FAST FIVE Stephenie Kimener: Life is better in the country

Meet Stephenie Kimener of Long Mountain Meadows. She is a doting wife to Brian and mother to five wonderful children: Christopher, Timothy, Josephine, Benjamin and Gabriel. She is a self-proclaimed mediocre housewife who runs two businesses and homeschools her children. She prefers to be outside with her family and animals while neglecting her household duties, which she admits her husband is way better at doing anyways. She and her husband feel as though they have found their own little slice of heaven at the base of Long Mountain where the valley opens up to several waterways and meadows. She loves her highland cows, horses, dogs and various other farm animals. She gives God all the glory for the many blessings in her life.

COMPANIONS: Abandoned dog met with compassion

The story of Loomie in Saturday’s Press moved me to tears. And I’m not even a dog person — I’m a cat lover. But, my heart went out to that little fur baby that someone would so heartlessly abandon and such a cruel way.

Lloyd Clayton Davis, 93

Lloyd Clayton Davis, 93, of Eugene, Oregon, passed away on May 30, 2024, of age-related causes.

Black bears in the Wood River Valley find food reward from unsecured residential garbage cart

Residents must work to keep bears from becoming habituated to garbage and other attractants at campgrounds, cabins and residential neighborhoods.

Residents must work to keep bears from becoming habituated to garbage and other attractants at campgrounds, cabins, neighborhoods.

Braver Lens to present 'Canine Bridge' Saturday at ArtWalk

Dog-centered project aims to build human connections

Organizers of a dog-centric photography project are hoping to build human connections. Presented by Braver Lens, a part of the Braver Angels national nonprofit, the pop-up "Canine Bridge" photo exhibit will be on display during a special ArtWalk from 5-8 p.m. Saturday in the parking lot between Magpie and the Art Spirit Gallery.

Seen any turkeys lately?

Let F&G know and help us learn more about these fascinating birds

The annual turkey survey will rely solely on people reporting turkey sightings

Yellowstone calls for more bison in new plan

The purpose of the EIS is to preserve an ecologically sustainable population of wild and migratory bison while continuing to work with partners to address issues related to brucellosis transmission, human safety, property damage, and to fulfill Tribal trust responsibilities.

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.

Donald D. Johnson, 71

Donald D. Johnson, 71, of Post Falls, went to the Happy Hunting Place in the Sky on June 12, 2024.

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.

Dog Days of Summerfest coming up in Hayden

The fun will include a Kootenai County Sheriff's Office K-9 demonstration, prizes, treats, face painting and dog vendors.

Willie Mays Appreciation

: The 'Say Hey Kid' inspired generations with talent and exuberance

Helena R. Chandler-Howell, 83

Helena was born November 25, 1940, in French Camp, California, and grew up in the Sacramento and San Francisco area. She went home on June 8, 2024, in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.

Dog left tied up outside Companions Animal Center in Coeur d'Alene

'Loomie' up for adoption

Vicky Nelson, CAC spokesperson, said security cameras showed a person walking up about 10 p.m. Tuesday, tying up the dog, and walking away.

Should young kids have smartphones? These parents in Europe linked arms and said no

Police and public health experts were sounding the alarm about a spike of violent and pornographic videos being witnessed by children via handheld devices

Today's Ghastly Groaner

What kind of dog doesn't bark?

Mary Albert, 86

Mary Ieleen Albert, beloved wife, mother, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2024.