White named Shoshone County Clerk

A familiar face is returning to the Shoshone County Courthouse now that Peggy White has been appointed to fill the vacant clerk position.

OPINION: Why Republicans should ditch Trump

I don’t know about you, but I’m not ready for the Republican presidential race to end. So, I say good for Nikki Haley.

Roger Dale Orr, 75

Roger Dale Orr, born on Sept. 16, 1948, in Bismarck, N.D., passed from this life Feb. 8, 2024, in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. His life was a testament to the steadfast virtues of family, love and the joy of music. Roger served in the U.S. Army on the Korean DMZ.

Joseph Patrick 'Pat' Acuff, 78

Joseph Patrick “Pat” Acuff, left his beloved Coeur d’Alene Feb. 9, 2024. He passed peacefully at his home in Fernan Lake Village with his wife by his side and his heart filled by the love of all his friends and family.

OPINION: The media and the caucus

As we approach the March 2 Presidential Preference Caucus the amount of misinformation being generated by the media and talking heads is stunning. At the Republican Party headquarters literally half the staff’s time is being consumed correcting this misinformation.

‘OPEN LETTER’: To Brent Regan

As a Press reader, I am routinely exposed to your diatribe and to your KCRCC philosophical mantra. It is generous that you are given such space so often, and impressive that the IFF has for now assumed control of Idaho’s Republican Party. Acknowledged, I am equally dismayed at your approach and the resulting divisiveness felt throughout our community.

CLIMATE CHANGE: Failure to believe is driving crisis

In Sunday’s paper there were two interesting publications regarding climate change. One was a letter to the editor claiming ice growing was proof there is no climate change, and the second was two pages detailing how “climate change is fueling the disappearance of the Aral Sea.” The second piece explained the impact climate change has had on a community in Uzbekistan.

OPEN PRIMARIES: Deny parties’ right to choose candidate

Separate Voter Fact from Fiction: Post Falls Press Sunday, Feb. 4. The editorial gives an interesting version of primary voting in the state of Idaho, laying out a system that closes the right of each party to choose its own candidate, calling it an open system.

From fire to glass

Artist Cameron Davenport to speak Saturday at Art Spirit

The first of the Art Spirit Gallery's 2024 Art Talks will feature glass artist Cameron Davenport from 11 a.m. to noon Saturday. The community is invited to learn about Davenport’s craft and view his newest work, “My Baby,” featuring a glass guitar replicating the famous guitar once used by Eddie Van Halen. The famous 5150 Frankenstrat guitar has been reimagined in glass, displayed in a maple box complete with lighting.

Irene R. Hebert, 85

With heavy hearts, the family of Irene R. Hebert announces her passing. Irene was welcomed into heaven on Feb. 12, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of unconditional love and laughter. Irene was a genuine person, had a beautiful soul, with her family being her biggest joy. She will be remembered for her quick wit, her sense of humor, homemade pasties and her ability to write amazingly funny and accurate poetry.

Joel Ford, 77

Joel Ford, 77, of Clarkston, Wash., passed away unexpectedly Feb. 5, 2024.

Lincoln Day Dinner speech contest finalists announced

The 2024 Kootenai County Lincoln Day Committee announced the names of three local students selected to present speeches at Saturday's Lincoln Day Dinner at The Coeur d'Alene Resort.

Legals for February, 16 2024

Warning signs mounted before Texas shooter entered church with her son, former mother-in-law says

Various questions about the shooting remained unanswered on Wednesday, including Moreno’s motive and details about how she obtained the AR-style rifle she used

City combats cyberattack

Experts say online intrusions becoming more frequent, sophisticated and costly to fend off

The city has been working with national cybersecurity and data forensics consultants to resolve the situation, according to a press release.

A Family Legacy Continues: Knudtsen Chevrolet Welcomes Foothills Mazda/Foothills Lincoln into Its Fold

Knudtsen Chevrolet Welcomes Foothills Mazda / Foothills Lincoln into Its Fold

Knudtsen Chevrolet, under the leadership of Eve Knudtsen, CEO, announced the acquisition of Foothills Mazda Lincoln, previously owned by Rick Rielly and Ray Kish.

Golf-specific fitness

I tend to agree with Mark Twain who famously quipped that "golf is a good walk spoiled." Nevertheless, in the spirit of being open to new things, I met up this past fall with Cam Abey and her dog Navy at CamFit CDA to find out more about golf-specific training.

'A better steward of nature'

Glacier National Park virtual field trips hope to inspire connection with nature

Though it seems like the program that would have been born during the pandemic, Glacier Parks staff started trying to figure out how to host virtual field trips in 2016

‘My Life Outdoors’ contest asks teens to share outdoor adventures

Dick Jordan, executive director and founder of LifeOutdoors, is passionate about the importance of connecting kids with nature.

At least 8 children among 22 hit by gunfire at end of Chiefs' Super Bowl parade; 1 person killed

Social media users posted shocking video of police running through a crowded scene as people in attendance hurriedly scrambled for cover and ran away