Selkirk: Fire started in building

A Monday fire that destroyed two homes and a pair of outbuildings appears to have started in one of the buildings. The investigation, initially handled by the Idaho Department of Lands, determined the fire originated in one of the structures and spread to the wildland. After the initial investigation, Selkirk Fire became the lead agency.

Grassroots nonprofit feeds, provides supplies for Athol community

Oranges, bananas, apples, carrots, cookies, chips, sandwiches and drinks to wash it all down have been freely served with grins and goodwill for several Tuesdays in Athol City Park this summer. "We specifically picked Tuesdays because Tuesday is the same day our food banks open," Bestowing the Basics founder Corilynne Smith said Tuesday morning.

Volunteer group fundraises to give back to Post Falls residents in need

Before the days of crowdfunding on the World Wide Web, when a crisis would befall a Post Falls resident, the Post Falls Community Volunteers wanted to be there to offer their support.

EDITORIAL: It's time to snuff illegal fireworks

Elected officials should insist that law enforcement agencies uphold the law

Laurence Ronald 'Wayne' Ayers, 98

Laurence Ronald ‘Wayne’ Ayers passed away quietly in his sleep at his home at the Royal Plaza Retirement Center in Lewiston, Idaho on June 16, 2024.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Three states, three wines, one great adventure

As the seasons change, so do our palates, and our August Explorer Club release brings you back home with a selection of wines that showcase the excitement of America's West Coast. This quarter, we're featuring three exceptional wines from California, Oregon, and Washington, each representing the unique terroir and winemaking traditions of their respective regions.

Coeur d'Alene School District recognizes 60 students for perfect AP exam scores

The Coeur d’Alene School District recently celebrated 60 high school students who earned at least one perfect score on their Advanced Placement exams in the 2023-2024 academic year.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Defeating digestive bloating

When discussing this most uncomfortable condition, we must first differentiate between bloating from hormonal imbalances and bloating due to digestive insufficiencies.

OPINION: Idaho’s course correction

What do you see in Idaho’s future?

Shared history and enduring friendships

At 101 years young, Bea Fisher, Coeur d’Alene High School Class of 1941, was the belle of the ball at the 2024 CHS All-Class Reunion. How awesome is she?

NORTH IDAHO MEMORIES: Girls just wanna have fun

Longtime resident remembers carefree Cd'A summers with friends

Back in the '50s, the town of Coeur d'Alene had a lot of motels. Not big monstrous hotels, but small, one-story motel units. Our main tourists then were Canadians.

SHERIFF: Comments were inappropriate

I am setting the record straight on Sheriff Norris’s false claim in his July 23 press release regarding the potential defamation lawsuit he and the county taxpayers face. Mrs. Collinson’s claim has nothing to do with me. I was not there, although I have spoken with many who were.

TRUMP: Doesn’t have the attributes of a good leader

Dave Walker is a brave civic individual and I respect his stand against Trumpism. He points out that the attributes of a good leader are honesty, integrity, credibility and ethics.

OPEN PRIMARIES: Idaho will still be a red state

One of the major concerns of opponents to Open Primaries/ Proposition 1 is that was created to turn Idaho from a Red State to a Blue State. All you need to do to know this will not happen is take a look at the party affiliations posted on the VoteIdaho website by our Secretary of State, Phil McGrane.

Legals for July, 31 2024

Here's how you can see the Northern Lights in north Idaho

The Inland Northwest will have a chance to see a mild display of Northern Lights on Tuesday and Wednesday night.

Investigation finds at least 973 Native American children died in US government boarding schools

Officials say the deaths were caused by sickness, accidents and abuse.

Learn-to-Hunt-and-Fish day camps coming to North Idaho

These summer day camps will give kids ages 10-15 the experience needed to earn their hunter education certificate.

Coeur d'Alene kennel shut down after dog’s death

Investigation is ongoing

Investigation is ongoing

A1 VETERANS PRESS: Sweet service to veterans

Vanilla, chocolate or swirl?  What a delicious choice to ponder for residents, staff and visitors when they visit the North Fork Bistro at the Idaho State Veterans Home in Post Falls. In addition to the popular soft serve delight (it's free!), the Bistro sells assorted drinks, candy and other snacks.