Terroir: The good parts and the not-so-good parts

Terroir is defined as the set of special characteristics of the geography, geology and climate of a certain place that interact with the genetics of a plant, influencing the flavors of that plant. In short, it is what makes wine grapes from one region taste different and unique from those of another region. It is why some of us prefer Syrah from the Rhone Valley in France while others like those from Washington State better, and still others prefer their Shiraz from South Africa.

DEBT: Heed senators' advice

Stop this hypocritical debate and use some common sense to keep the United States from very soon falling over the cliff in indebtedness, as both our good Idaho Senators are warning us will happen soon.

Mini farm animals are adorable. There's also a growing demand for them

They’re adorable. They require less food and space. And without much coaxing, they might help cut the grass.

Second surge from the writers corner

We had no idea so many of you were out there tapping away on keyboards, whipping up creative storms of verse and prose.

Recession, technology kill jobs

NEW YORK - Five years after the start of the Great Recession, the toll is terrifyingly clear: Millions of middle-class jobs have been lost in developed countries the world over.

Sandpoint puts local artists on display

How do you find local artists who live and work in nature and whose work reflects the beauty and harmony of these spectacular mountains? We know they are here, we see their creation from time to time, but where does this creation begin? Eight years ago, one of these artists decided to not only make an appearance, but to create an opportunity for other North Idaho artists to also share the intimate places they live and create. This was the start of the Artists Studio Tour of North Idaho where now more than 30 artists open their studios to the community and invite them to share in the experience.

Cd'A Symphony season finale April 28

Featured soloist is jazz violinist Christian Howes

The Coeur d'Alene Symphony presents its season finale - a fusion of classical and jazz genres at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, April 28, in the Schuler Performing Arts Center at North Idaho College.

Marvin E. Wadsworth, 73

Marvin E. Wadsworth was born on March 13, 1939, to Max Wadsworth and Marjorie (Griffith) Wadsworth in Plummer. He died Aug. 10, 2012, at Kootenai Medical Center with his family around him. He went to school at Rose Lake, and was in the first graduating class at Kootenai High School in 1957. He served in the Army in 1958. He married his high school sweet heart Lois Moe July 31, 1959, in Harrison.

'An Autumn Affair'

Cd'A Symphony, Music Conservatory of Cd'A to host event Oct. 23

A unique musical experience, "An Autumn Affair," will be hosted by the Music Conservatory of Coeur d’Alene and the Coeur d’Alene Symphony with special guests the Leavenworth Alphorns from 2-4 p.m. Oct. 23.

World/Nation 11/29/2013

• Stores usher in holiday shopping season early

Brisk 5.9 percent growth rate will likely fade

Reading is better than government's initial estimate

WASHINGTON - The economy rocketed ahead at a 5.9 percent pace in the final quarter of 2009, stronger than initially estimated. But the growth spurt isn't expected to carry over into this year.

Closing credits in Post Falls

Discount theater will be sold to local church

This weekend marks the final chapter of Post Falls Theater.

Honda appeal seeks to reverse hybrid owner's award

TORRANCE, Calif. - Lawyers for American Honda Motor Co. returned to court Thursday to try to overturn a highly publicized small claims court award to a woman who sued over the fuel economy of her hybrid Honda Civic.

The Front Row with MARK NELKE April 4, 2010

96 teams: More not always better

I have had the good fortune (as well as understanding bosses, and a group of friends who for some reason continue to put up with me) to attend (or cover) the first and second rounds of the NCAA men's basketball tournament in 25 of the past 27 years.

Dealing with claims of asbestos

Company seeks liability limit in Idaho

Maker's Mark cutting alcohol in its bourbon

I'll see your cash and raise your wells

It’s just over the horizon.

Economist: Recovery is close

Says single-family home building will lead the way

If Dr. Robert Dietz was on the Federal Reserve Board, he would put a pause on interest rate hikes. “I think they’ve done enough,” he said. “There’s no need to turn a mild recession into a moderate recession.” Dietz, chief economist for the National Association of Home Builders, compared the Fed’s series of rate hikes over the past year to pushing the remote control button too many times.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Helping you find wine

It is one of our most frequent requests and has been since we opened the shop 15 years ago.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Your palate knows best

We sometimes hear from customers and readers that they “feel like they should like” this wine or that one but just don’t.