Gas prices climbing

Gas going up

Gas prices going up

Robust fuel demand, high cost of crude oil push Gem State pump prices higher

Gas more expensive

'Dead forests' can lead to climate change

Weather Gems

Millions of acres of lodgepole and ponderosa pines in the western U.S., Canada and Alaska are being killed by literally billions of tiny bark beetles, wood-eating 'monsters.'

Another 'Dust Bowl' era could be starting

Weather Gems

This decade thus far has mirrored the 1930s weatherwise and otherwise. It's the 'Dust Bowl Days' and the 'Great Depression' resurrected in a new generation of misery.

New league needs a name, and a Kobe story

What’s in a name?

Excursion experts: Travel agents still useful in today's vacays

Summer’s finally here and for millions of Americans that means planning the dream vacation—an unforgettable getaway destined to create memories that will last a lifetime. While the trip itself may only last a week or two, preparation can take months.

Following the Copper Scroll Project

At a recent speaking engagement I sat next to gentleman who had just returned from Israel. It was his third such trip; he had been assisting the Copper Scroll Project. I was vaguely familiar, having seen a recent interview with Jim Barfield, who heads the project.

Our 'secret' is 145 years old now

We shouldn’t be surprised that newcomers are pouring into Coeur d’Alene.

Patrick Michael Reagan, 73

Patrick Michael Reagan, 73, was reunited with the love of his life,

Recall effort has long history

Mr. Chairman and members of the Board:

While we've seen record rains, the corn is 'burning up' in the U.S. Midwest

Weather Gems

Several weeks ago in the Coeur d'Alene Press, I suggested that investors buy corn futures and 'call' options, because the parching drought in the Midwest would soon become the worst such event since at least 1988, maybe as far back as the infamous 'Dust Bowl Days' of the 1930s.

Learn your weaknesses and get stronger, Jhung tells group

Outfitters predict a fun-filled summer season on Idaho rivers

Every spring and summer, Idaho is a major go-to destination for whitewater rafting on nationally renowned rivers like the Middle Fork, Salmon River, Hells Canyon of the Snake River, Selway River, and other gems like the Lochsa, Payette, Owyhee, Bruneau, Murtaugh section of the Snake, Moyie and St. Joe rivers.

Lums come up short in state AA opener

- STATE AA TOURNAMENT

PREP BOYS BASKETBALL: Lake City, Lakeside, Clark Fork on to state

Lake City (16-9), last year’s state champions, advance to state at the Ford Idaho Center in Nampa beginning Thursday. The T-Wolves will likely learn their first-round opponent today, when the final MaxPreps rankings, which are used to seed the six state tournaments, are released and the state brackets posted by the Idaho High School Activities Association.

Just wait ... Boston's record snows will be seen here around 2020!

Weather Gems

Before I detail the RECORD BOSTON AREA SNOWS of this blizzard-wracked winter of 2014-15 in the northeastern corner of the nation, I first want to 'clear up' the supposed mystery of the 'milky rains' locally that occurred on Friday morning, Feb. 8.

Global cooling to intensify in the next 15-20 years

Weather Gems

Since the extremely snowy winter of 2007-08, we've seen a series of harsh winters in both hemispheres. Despite the warm El Nino event in the waters of the eastern Pacific Ocean, we are currently enduring one of the coldest, and in some cases, snowiest, early to mid November periods on record across the North American continent.

Idaho gas prices top national average

After dropping as low as 36th in the U.S. for most expensive fuel, Idaho now ranks 15th

Idaho gas prices top national average

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Uncorking the Treasures: A journey through Washington's celebrated AVAs

Washington Wine Month is currently underway, offering wine enthusiasts a golden opportunity to immerse themselves in the rich tapestry of Washington's thriving wine industry. This annual celebration invites you to explore the unique terroirs that have captured the hearts and palates of connoisseurs worldwide, with each sip unveiling the state's vinous treasures.

Blazen their way to D.C.

Their dancing shoes were still warm from the Pearl Harbor Memorial Parade when the Blazen Divaz received another request to perform for their country.