Natural gas production records from Idaho well made public

BOISE (AP) - The first batch of production records from a natural gas well in Idaho have been made public following a new rule approved by lawmakers.

GE leaving the lending business

General Electric is leaving the lending business, a major source of both profit and risk, as it continues to whittle its focus down to an industrial core.

A Hayden hub in Grouse Meadows

Someone should probably take away my “Idaho Native” certification. In a moment of exhaustion, and let’s face it, laziness, I had to Google “grouse” in anticipation of writing this Neighborhood of the Week on Hayden’s Grouse Meadows.

New ambulances headed for Kootenai County

EMS system orders 15 rigs; delivery in June

POST FALLS - When Chris Way was hired as Kootenai County Emergency Medical Services chief a year ago, he was tasked with developing a vehicle replacement and maintenance plan because there wasn't one.

American no more

Jim Beam, Maker's Mark maker being acquired by Japan's Suntory

Let's hear it for the Wolf People

Before you start feeling all warm and fuzzy thinking this is a pro wolf letter, please read on. You Wolf People have done your homework, and know one of the easiest ways to "Brain Wash" someone is to get to them when they are young.

Rathdrum opens ears to public's opinions

By BRIAN WALKER

Reclaim Idaho proves that grassroots win

Once again, it’s time to clear up some confusion about “Reclaim Idaho” and what we’re all about.

Shed that holiday stress

Some holiday planners and preppers seem to thrive on the mania.

Even better

Remodeled Resort gets ground-floor upgrade

COEUR d'ALENE - It's not like the place was shabby.

Official: Idaho revenue drop due to extended tax deadline

BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Idaho’s general fund revenue in April plummeted from initial forecasts, but officials said Thursday that’s because the deadline for paying state income taxes was moved from April 15 to June 15 due to the coronavirus.

Plight of the displaced poor is our problem

Travesty. Inhuman. Heartless.

Growth continues

So much for the fall slowdown of the real estate market. Well into the school year, hunting season and changing colors we see activity in our local market continuing to outperform the previous year. Staff has just completed and released the latest production statistics for the Coeur d’Alene Multiple Listing Service covering real estate activity in the most populated portion of the Idaho Panhandle.

Average price up - inventory still down

It will come as no surprise to regular readers that our prediction a couple months ago has come to be.

INFLATION: New for some, old for others

War, weather and pandemic remain wildcards

War, weather and pandemic remain wildcards

Realtors expect home price stabilization

Local drop reflects national trend, but there are signs of change

Local home prices keep coming down, reflecting a trend at most major cities nationwide.

The weather changes, the market does not

Many have long held that the best time to sell real estate is during the summer months when the weather is nice. Some think that people move more when school is out. Although more people list their properties for sale then, a quick look at a summary of our market statistics shows that sales of residences do not fluctuate greatly from month to month. Further investigation reveals that in the winter months, although our inventory declines, our sales price to listing price actually increases.

OPEC keeps output target on hold, predicts low prices

VIENNA (AP) - OPEC decided to keep its oil output target on hold Friday and predicted prices would remain low for the foreseeable future - good news for both for oil-hungry international industries and consumers at the gas pump.

Entertainment Calendar for February 3, 2012

Schedule of events for Feb. 3-11

Kristian offers a sales pitch

Steve Griffitts of Jobs Plus is always looking for sound research he can use to entice businesses to move here.