ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Questions and answers

We are always truly honored by how many of you let us know that you read and enjoy this column when you come by the shop to pick up your favorite bottles. Many of you have trusted us with your questions about a myriad of wine related subjects. Most we answer on the spot, but we also know that many more of you may have the same or similar questions, so we work to answer many of them right here in your weekly wine column, here are some of the latest.

Gardening for good

Nonprofit provides free produce to those who need it throughout the area

When Heidi Benson planted the first seeds for her donation garden in 2018, she had no idea they would yield what it's become today.

Legals for June, 6 2023

New weight-loss drugs present questions and promise

Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro could be key tools in reducing obesity epidemic

In the past five years, several new drugs have been brought to market that could lead to a profound, if not revolutionary, change in how health care providers – and the public – view weight loss.

Tornadoes in Canada

In early April, I wrote about the number of tornadoes that were seen across the country. For 2023, there have been 790 preliminary sightings of twisters, with 624 confirmed.

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Standing tall in St. Maries — St. Maries AD Gilkey has touched the lives of many — athletes, coaches, fellow ADs and more

“Todd has been a cornerstone for St. Maries athletics,” said Bryan Chase, who currently coaches boys basketball and golf at St. Maries, and previously coached girls basketball. “His guidance and leadership will be greatly missed. Not only is Todd a great leader, but he is extremely organized. In all of my years coaching, I can’t think of any mixups in the schedule with other teams or refs.”

Commercial construction projects in Stateline, Post Falls

Many commercial construction projects are happening between State Line and Post Falls. Here's a list of the places. To see more precise locations check the www.inlandnwbusiness.com website by Matt Behringer. The new places don't include a Trader Joe's or a Costco although many people wish they did.

Milestone Announcements

See who's celebrating!

Huckleberries

She loses some, she wins some: But Mary Souza never gives up

Mary Souza took her activism to a higher level 10 years ago when she ran for Coeur d’Alene mayor.

Verland G. Woempner, 81

Verland G. Woempner was born Aug. 12, 1941, to Arnold and Mabel (Stowe) Woempner in Coeur d'Alene.

Kenneth Huitt, 40

Kenneth Lee Huitt, 40, died at home on May 22, 2023, surrounded by loved ones after a short, intense battle with cancer.

LEGION BASEBALL: Northern Lakes splits in opening twinbill

“Tadhg threw extremely well,” Northern Lakes coach Bryce Johnson said. “It was our first game together. We started to come together in the second game, strung some hits together.”

Legals for June, 3 2023

'I have nothing to fear'

Boy battling rare disorder deputized in special ceremony, shares faith with group

Boy battled rare disorder

Weekend TV/Radio highlights

Television, radio and streaming highlights for upcoming weekend.

Paul Hunt, 81

Paul James Hunt of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho was born September 1, 1941, to Robert and Severna (Wasserman) Hunt in Fremont, Ohio.

Marty and Max: VA loans among products offered by Mountain West Bank branch in Wallace

Mountain West Bank, a division of Glacier Bank, is making its mark on Wallace and the greater Silver Valley with the opening of its new branch, providing personalized customer service and an array of financial products and services. As part of the bank’s commitment to the community, it focuses on mortgage lending, including specialized services such as VA loans.

Old humane society shelter going, going ...

Companions Animal Center auctioning off what's left at old home

Shelter's remains going in auction

MY TURN: School choice is our future

Education choice is in our future, and it will be at least partially funded by tax dollars. The only question is how it will be structured. Choice options are popular with the public and the legislature will respond by passing a version in the near future.

Legals for June, 2 2023