Nancy Florence Green, 88

Nancy Florence Green, 88, of Kellogg, Idaho, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and sister, passed away Oct. 20, 2023, at Shoshone Medical Center in Kellogg. Nancy was born Nov. 28, 1934, in Oakdale, Wis., a daughter of the late Francis and Katherine (Java?) Perkins. When Nancy was only 2 years old, the family moved from Wisconsin to the Silver Valley.

Consumer prices flat for 2nd straight month

Low crop harvests should inflate food costs

WASHINGTON - Consumer prices, excluding energy, were flat in September for the second straight month, a sign that cost-conscious consumers are making it difficult for businesses to charge more.

Mary Damiano, 87

Mary Louise Howell Damiano, 87, of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, died on July 7, 2020. Mary was born on Dec. 27, 1932, in Yakima, Wash., to Thomas W. and Margaret Koempel Howell. Mary graduated from Davis High School in 1951 and attended Washington State College, where she was a member of Alpha Delta Pi sorority. Mary met her husband, Gary Damiano, at WSC and they were married on Feb. 12, 1955, in Yakima, Wash. They settled in Kellogg, Idaho, and were blessed with three daughters: Debbie, Susan and Michele.

Supreme Court will hear arguments on Obama's health care overhaul

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court said Monday it will hear arguments next March over President Barack Obama's health care overhaul — a case that could shake the political landscape as voters are deciding if Obama deserves another term.

Stocks rise on hopes for more stimulus from Fed

NEW YORK - The mere discussion of more economic stimulus from the Federal Reserve was enough to send stocks higher Tuesday. The Dow Jones industrial average rose 20 points, its third day of gains.

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Location matters! Celebrating 10 great years in Midtown.

Labor Offices Close to the Public Until April 3

There but for the grace of God ...

On a freezing dawn a couple of weeks ago, I wrenched my old body out of bed to attend a doctor's appointment in Hayden. After the task on the icy morning was accomplished, I stopped at a local drug retailer to purchase my prescription. As I entered the parking space I noticed an elderly woman sitting against the wall hugging a big dog that looked as though he was both her bodyguard and contented companion. She clutched a tattered old bag that probably contained everything in the world she owned. For an instant, our eyes locked in a distant stare. I'm not sure if it was because I was not feeling well or the momentary sense of indifference we humans too often share, but I looked away as if I didn't see her.

Tell your legislators whether you support gas price gougers

When I was Idaho Attorney General in the 1980s, my office kept close track of gasoline prices.

Marty and Max: The Dirty (Harry) Truth About the Market

The real estate world has very much resembled the wild, wild West. Who better to personify the industry than Clint Eastwood who starred in the classic, The Good, The Bad and The Ugly? This pretty much summarizes our market.

Foreigners flee from chaotic Egypt

CAIRO (AP) - Cairo's international airport was a scene of chaos and confusion Monday as thousands of foreigners sought to flee the unrest in Egypt, and countries around the world scrambled to send in planes to fly their citizens out.

Drop off returns at Tax Commission office

Taxes due Monday

We are holding our own

Interest rate changes last week were inconsequential, moving up to 4.4 from 4.39 percent the previous week. This offers buyers some stability, however fleeting it may be.

Sharon S. Read, 64

May 29, 1951 - Aug. 18, 2015

Statewide trout stocking highlights for September 2022

Fernan stocked

BIDEN: Buck stops there

The White House is trying to convince us that a) inflation and cost of gas is all due to “Putin Price Hikes” and; b) that the southern border is closed.

ON THE AGENDA: Your local government and schools in action

This list of local government meetings taking place this week includes just highlights from published meeting agendas that are available. To view the complete agenda, visit the web addresses included with the listings or call the entities directly.

Avista rate hikes approved

Gas rate to increase 6.8 percent Oct. 1

Avista's residential and small commercial customers will be paying 6.8 percent more for natural gas and .8 percent more for electricity as a result of a rate adjustments approved by the Idaho Public Utilities Commission.

Spectrum customers pile on complaints

Our new internet service provider, Spectrum (Charter Communications), the company that “merged” with Time Warner’s local cable, has come under increasing fire lately. Many consumers have been calling me about poor customer service, very slow and/or inconsistent internet speeds, higher monthly prices and no printed material available to consumers regarding offerings.

A look at allergies and heart health, with tips to endure pollen season amid coronavirus fears

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