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As work begins on the largest US dam removal project, tribes look to a future of growth
August 27, 2024 3:05 p.m.

As work begins on the largest US dam removal project, tribes look to a future of growth

As of February, more than 2,000 dams had been removed in the U.S., the majority in the last 25 years, according to the advocacy group American Rivers.

Leonard Riggio, who forged a bookselling empire at Barnes & Noble, dead at 83
August 27, 2024 12:35 p.m.

Leonard Riggio, who forged a bookselling empire at Barnes & Noble, dead at 83

Leonard Riggio, a brash, self-styled underdog who transformed the publishing industry by building Barnes & Noble into the country’s most powerful bookseller before his company was overtaken by the rise of Amazon.com, has died at age 83.

August 27, 2024 1 a.m.

VETERANS PRESS: Free and discounted event tickets to veterans and their families

Vet Tix provides tickets to events which reduce stress, strengthen family bonds, build lifelong memories and encourage service members and veterans to stay engaged with local communities and American life. We support our troops by honoring their service and providing positive family and life experiences, during and after their years of service to our country.

Post Falls approves 2025 fiscal budget
August 22, 2024 1 a.m.

Post Falls approves 2025 fiscal budget

The Post Falls City Council moved forward Tuesday with a general fund budget about $2 million lower than last year's at $42,799,838. Councilmember Joe Malloy presided over the meeting in Mayor Ron Jacobson's absence.

Idaho halts accepting new families after $15M budget shortfall in childcare grant program
August 21, 2024 4:30 p.m.

Idaho halts accepting new families after $15M budget shortfall in childcare grant program

A child care program for low-income children in Idaho faces a $15.5 million budget shortfall this year, after the state expanded eligibility and reduced what families are required to pay each month while day care costs rose, according to the Health and Welfare Department.

August 23, 2024 1 a.m.

LIBRARIES: Fake fiscal conservative ideology

Lynn Fleming’s Aug. 16 LTE exposes the CLN trustee board majority as disingenuous and underhanded.

August 27, 2024 1 a.m.

VETERANS PRESS: The high cost of waiting or not applying for your earned disability benefits

When we solemnly swore our oath in supporting and defending the Constitution of the United States, we didn’t have in our heads the idea that existed the potential to leave military service with fewer abilities had we not entered military service at all.

Jerome Wallace Bunde, 90
August 27, 2024 1 a.m.

Jerome Wallace Bunde, 90

Jerome Wallace Bunde, age 90, longtime resident of Wallace, Idaho, passed away Aug. 22, 2024, at his home in Wallace. Jerome was born May 6, 1934, in McVille, N.D., Nelson County a son of Oscar and Ruth (Dowd) Bunde.

Monty R. Crawford, 83
August 24, 2024 1 a.m.

Monty R. Crawford, 83

Monty passed away on August 12, 2024, in St. Maries, Idaho. Born July 2, 1941, in Selby, South Dakota, to Sam and Lucille Crawford.

Ronald 'Ron' Short, 79
August 27, 2024 1 a.m.

Ronald 'Ron' Short, 79

Ronald "Ron" Short departed this life for eternity July 22, 2024, due to complications from Type 1 Diabetes. Born to Roy and Dorothy Short in Omak, Wash., on Aug. 19, 1944,

OPINION: Ignorant, brainwashed or lying
August 23, 2024 1 a.m.

OPINION: Ignorant, brainwashed or lying

When I hear a progressive say something that is obviously untethered from the truth I consider whether that person is ignorant, brainwashed or lying. Ignorant if they simply do not know the truth. Brainwashed if they have been convinced their fiction is fact. Lying if they know the truth, but simply chose to ignore reality.

North Idaho customers can comment on Avista’s cost adjustment application until Sept. 11
August 23, 2024 noon

North Idaho customers can comment on Avista’s cost adjustment application until Sept. 11

The Idaho Public Utilities Commission is accepting comments on Avista Utilities’ power cost adjustment application for the electric service it offers.

Montana asbestos clinic seeks to reverse $6M in fines, penalties over false claims
August 21, 2024 10:55 a.m.

Montana asbestos clinic seeks to reverse $6M in fines, penalties over false claims

Asbestos-related diseases can range from a thickening of a person’s lung cavity that can hamper breathing to deadly cancer. Exposure to even a minuscule amount of asbestos can cause lung problems, according to scientists. Symptoms can take decades to develop.

Brazil will restrict entry of some foreign nationals, aiming to curb migration to US and Canada
August 21, 2024 5:15 p.m.

Brazil will restrict entry of some foreign nationals, aiming to curb migration to US and Canada

Brazil will begin imposing restrictions on the entry of some foreign citizens from Asia who are seeking refuge in the South American nation as a means to migrate to the United States and Canada, the justice ministry’s press office said Wednesday.

Idaho AG refiles lawsuit seeking to block open primaries ballot initiative
August 20, 2024 1 a.m.

Idaho AG refiles lawsuit seeking to block open primaries ballot initiative

Labrador filed the suit in Ada County District Court on Friday, two days after the Idaho Supreme Court dismissed an earlier version of Labrador’s lawsuit on procedural grounds.

Health care shortage ‘has plagued Idaho for years.’ Here’s what U of I is doing about it
August 21, 2024 12:40 p.m.

Health care shortage ‘has plagued Idaho for years.’ Here’s what U of I is doing about it

The U of I plans to launch its first health care-related graduate programs in fall 2025 under a new school for medical professions.

PUDs: A tool for lower cost housing development?
August 25, 2024 1 a.m.

PUDs: A tool for lower cost housing development?

A Planned Unit Development (PUD) is a zoning tool that allows for greater flexibility in land use planning that are managed through an application process. By combining various land uses and densities within a single development, PUDs can provide a unique opportunity to create affordable housing.

Coeur d'Alene School Board to discuss levy options Wednesday
August 27, 2024 1:07 a.m.

Coeur d'Alene School Board to discuss levy options Wednesday

Trustees of the Coeur d'Alene School Board will hold discussions and possibly take action Wednesday about potentially running a supplemental levy election in November.

Bryan Kohberger’s defense doubles down on moving Moscow murder trial to Boise
August 20, 2024 4:10 p.m.

Bryan Kohberger’s defense doubles down on moving Moscow murder trial to Boise

The defense for Bryan Kohberger, who is accused of the University of Idaho student homicides, rejected arguments from prosecutors that Moscow remains an acceptable place for the suspect to receive a fair trial next summer.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Is telemedicine right for you?
August 21, 2024 1 a.m.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Is telemedicine right for you?

In the past few years, the use of telemedicine has soared. With that comes some unique challenges and benefits.