Wallace Food Bank on ice

More refrigeration aids additions to food offerings

The switch from only preserved foods that can sit on a shelf to fresh produce and frozen proteins has been paying off at the Wallace Food Bank. “If we can provide it, let’s do it,” Michael Hoffman, food bank president, said.

Barbara Jane Young, 83

Barbara Jane Young of Coeur D'Alene, Idaho, died peacefully on April 13, 2024, with family by her side. She was 83.

Cheri Lynn Davis, 65

Cheri Lynn (Johnson) Davis, 65, of Wallace, Idaho passed away April 14 2024 at Schneidmiller Hospice House in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho with her loving husband by her side.

F&G commission sets migratory game bird seasons for 2024-25

The seasons for migratory game birds will remain mostly the same as last year.

‘Idaho Gives’ to local nonprofits

Idaho Gives kicks off in Coeur d’Alene

Oregon author luncheon set for May 2

Eileen Garvin to appear at Vine and Olive

Oregon-based author Eileen Garvin will make an appearance in Coeur d'Alene at noon May 2 during a luncheon at Vine and Olive Eatery and Wine Bar.

Some urge boycott of Wyoming as rural angst over wolves clashes with cruel scenes of one in a bar

Wolves are federally protected as an endangered or threatened species in most of the U.S. but not the Northern Rockies. Wyoming, Idaho and Montana allow wolves to be hunted and trapped, after their numbers rebounded following their reintroduction to Yellowstone and central Idaho almost 30 years ago

North Idaho College Foundation Really BIG Raffle early bird deadline April 30

This year’s grand prize home is a 2,338-square-foot, four-bedroom, two-bath home under construction at 1909 W Moselle in Coeur d’Alene, valued at $563,000.

Richard Babin, 69

Born in Spokane, Wash., on November 22, 1954, went to Jesus on April 14, 2024, at Kootenai Hospital CDA, Idaho.

Sandra Dixon, 60

It is with deep sorrow that the Dixon family announces the death of their beloved mother, Mrs. Sandra Davis Dixon, 60.

Arizona judge declares mistrial in the case of a rancher accused of fatally shooting a migrant

Kelly was charged with second-degree murder in killing of Cuen-Buitimea, 48, who lived just south of the border in Nogales, Mexico.

Sissy Crowley

Our mother, Sissy Crowley, died on April 27, 2024, after a long and full life.

Bonnie J. Marshall, 95

Bonnie J. Marshall passed away peacefully at home on March 10, 2024. She was 95 years old.

Working up industry appetites

KTEC hosts 'Hard Hats, Hammers and Hot Dogs'

The bucket on the miniature excavator inched forward, swung out and dropped onto a stack of tires as Xanaia Dahlstrom diligently moved the levers to accomplish her task.

Howard Fredrick Sevdy, 85

Howard F. Sevdy of Hayden, Idaho, beloved brother, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully on April 13, 2024, at the age of 85.

The yearly memorial march at the former death camp at Auschwitz overshadowed by the Israel-Hamas war

Israel's Gaza offensive has been fueling pro-Palestinian protests, including at many U.S. campuses. Israel and its supporters have branded the protests as antisemitic, while critics of Israel say it uses such allegations to silence opponents.

The Petersen Dog Races: Realtor’s idea brightens the dog days of winter

With the pathway clear, Peterson made a call for entries for the race. It was open for Coeur d’Alene’s school-age kids and dogs of all breeds.

Edith Brehm, 87

Edith Brehm’s story began May 7, 1936 in Nordenham, Germany. She was the last of seven siblings born to Hermann and Berta Roesse.

What do weight loss drugs mean for a diet industry built on eating less and exercising more?

Like the lives of the people taking them, recent injected drugs like Wegovy and its predecessor, the diabetes medication Ozempic, are reshaping the U.S. health and fitness industries

Dogs entering US must be 6 months old and microchipped to prevent spread of rabies, new rules say

The CDC posted the new rules in the federal register on Wednesday. They take effect Aug. 1 when a temporary 2021 order expires. That order suspended bringing in dogs from more than 100 countries where rabies is still a problem