Spring flowers are emerging, and so are bears

As black bears emerge from their winter hibernation, they will immediately begin to forage for food to replenish their fat reserves.

It is everyone's responsibility to keep bears wild, and not finding food rewards from household or business garbage cans.

Barbara J. McNee, 83

Barbara Joan McNee passed away at the age of 83 on Sunday, April 28, 2024, in Post Falls, Idaho.

Music and ministry

Christian artist will perform at House of Faith Wesleyan Church

Christian recording artist Luke Yates will be live in concert at 6 p.m. May 18 at the House of Faith Wesleyan Church, 1103 N. Third St., Coeur d'Alene. The concert is free and open to the public.

Bayview community sale scheduled May 25

A map to guide guests to yard sales will be at the community center.

Cynthia 'Cindy' Ann Blagg Wood, 69

Cindy passed from this life to Abundant Life on Saturday, April 27, 2024.

Gene Lee Jacobs, 59

Gene Lee Jacobs, 59, of Pinehurst, Idaho, passed away on April 23, 2024. Gene was a beloved husband, father, “Boppa,” and Pastor.

Coeur d'Alene man joins brothers on Honor Flight to Washington DC

After years of watching other veterans experience Honor Flights from the Inland Northwest to be celebrated for their service, it was finally Joe Deacon’s turn. He was able to join his brothers, Tom and Bill Deacon on the trip to Washington D.C. as they were honored for serving in the military during the Vietnam War.

David (Dave) Earl Lyda, 72

David (Dave) Earl Lyda 72 Dave proceeded from this present life and entered heaven on April 26, 2024, at Schneidmiller Hospice House after a lengthy illness.

Laura Claffey, 55

Laura Feucht Claffey passed away on May 3, 2024, after a short battle with pancreatic cancer; complications arose and took her too soon.

Ten/6 opens in Mill building

Offering brunch and things, Ten/6 has opened a new place in the new Mill building at 1705 N. Government Way (Suite 101).

Nancy Harlocker, 92

Born in Honolulu, Hawaii October 7, 1931, passed away at home in Dalton Gardens, Idaho on Lei Day, May 1, 2024.

On D-Day, 19-year-old medic Charles Shay was ready to give his life, and save as many as he could

Shay was awarded the Silver Star for repeatedly plunging into the sea and carrying critically wounded soldiers to relative safety, saving them from drowning. He also received France’s highest award, the Legion of Honor, in 2007.

Coeur d'Alene Symphony Orchestra to present 'Vive la France'

Cd'A Symphony Orchestra season closer will be Friday, May 10

The Coeur d'Alene Symphony Orchestra will present its final concert of the season, "Vive la France," at 7:30 p.m. May 10 and 2 p.m. May 11 at the Kroc Center Theater, 1765 W. Golf Course Road, Coeur d'Alene.

Open for season: Athol Farmers Market

Farmstand goods, fresh produce, and more available Fridays in city park

After a light sprinkle and slight threat of rain, the clouds dissipated and the sun shined on opening day of the Athol Farmers Market.

OPINION: Are you a North Idaho Republican?

Here's what North Idaho Republicans believe.

Never Bean Better: Coeur d'Alene attorney marks 50th anniversary of Spokane's World's Fair

Bean will also run his 48th Bloomsday

Sunday is the 48th Lilac Bloomsday Run in Spokane. Bean is one of a handful of perennials who have run them all. And he’ll be there again, this time joined by a granddaughter.

EDITORIAL: May 7 a big day for veterans — and for commissioner

Bill Brooks intends to lead Veterans Town Hall despite major surgery Wednesday.

North Idaho counties report increase of sexual assault

As reports of sexual assault increase throughout North Idaho, advocates, law enforcement and prosecutors are working to keep up.

After Roe, the network of people who help others get abortions see themselves as 'the underground'

Carol Tobias, president of the National Right to Life Committee, said such laws protect the unborn. While she doesn’t know if anything can be done to prevent people from helping others get abortions, she said, “I would certainly wish that they wouldn’t do it.”

JACC seeking artists for upcoming 'Art Uplifts' show

Deadline to submit May 20; exhibit opens June 8

The Jacklin Arts and Cultural Center is inviting artists to share their artistic expressions of hope and healing in the upcoming "Art Uplifts" exhibit.