ELECTIONS: Signs, signs and more signs

Another election is upon us. It’s not one of the big ones, but it is still important. Little local elections matter. Elected board members have the power to raise taxes, and some politicians use those “insignificant” positions to climb the ladder.

Can you hear me now?

An elderly woman had a hearing-aid fitted, hidden underneath her hair. A week later, she returned to the doctor for her checkup.

Veteran Town Hall set for May 21 at North Idaho College

The Idaho Division of Veterans Services will host a Veteran Town Hall from 5:30-8:30 p.m. May 21 on the second floor of the Edminster Student Union Building at North Idaho College.

How to garden without pesticides: Natural ways to fight pests

A few springs ago, I was engaged in my daily ritual of observing the garden, walking around to see what was coming up, ready to bloom, or perhaps what needed attention. As I dodged the giant bumblebees emerging from their underground lairs, I stumbled upon a strawberry plant nearly eaten to the ground.

OPINION: Why has Senator Risch gone silent on supporting NATO and Ukraine?

Although Jim Risch is one of those Congressional lifers who does not have a particularly distinguished record on domestic issues, he has exercised good sense on some national security issues. He has long seen the North Atlantic Treaty Alliance (NATO) as an essential component of America’s national defense. For instance, in 2023 he called NATO “the most successful political and defensive organization that’s ever been on the face of the planet.” He elaborated: “NATO is important because the national security of the United States of America is the most important issue that the federal government exists for. And there is nothing that gives us better security than the NATO organization.”

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Mariners' playoff hopes — trust the numbers, or the monkey?

The very first thing I saw in B-Ref was that the Mariners were given a nailed-on chance to make the playoffs this fall. The percentage was 93.6, in fact. Their shot to win the World Series, in fact, was 8.4 percent. My first take when I saw those numbers was that they BOTH seemed out of whack: Something over 90 percent for the playoffs felt high, but shoot, if they’re such a breeze for the postseason, 8.4 percent seemed low to win it all.

OPINION: Better or worse?

Better or worse? How can we know? The 2025 legislative session is done and our citizen legislators have come home. We thank them for their service. We will hear stories of the bills that were passed, the problems solved, and the issues addressed. Some will say it was a good session, perhaps even great, while some will be less enthusiastic. How are we to know if we are better or worse off for the legislative work that was done?

Hayden Cinema movie times

Hayden Cinema movie times

Panhandle Symphony Orchestra spring concert Tuesday

The Panhandle Symphony Orchestra will perform a free spring concert Tuesday in the Lake City High School auditorium.

Art Works celebrates 30 years

Art Works Gallery in downtown Sandpoint is celebrating 30 years as a cooperative art gallery.

Performance at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday

Performance at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday

The North Idaho College Music Department will present the Spring Choral Concert at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Boswell Hall Schuler Performing Arts Center on NIC’s Coeur d’Alene campus.

CrossFit CDA to host Greg Moore Memorial Workout on Saturday

A Law Enforcement Appreciation Event and Memorial Workout in honor of Greg Moore is set for Saturday, May 3rd at 8 a.m., hosted by CrossFit CDA.

Wyatt Earp celebration this weekend in Murray

Something unique is happening this weekend in the former seat of Shoshone County.

Legals for May, 2 2025

Measles jumps borders in North America with outbreaks in Canada, Mexico and US

North America's three biggest measles outbreaks continue to balloon, with more than 2,500 known cases; three people have died in the U.S. and one in Mexico. It started in the fall in Ontario, Canada; then took off in late January in Texas and New Mexico; and has rapidly spread in Chihuahua state, which is up to 786 cases since mid-February.

Over 2 million Ninja-branded pressure cookers are recalled after reports of serious burn injuries

SharkNinja is recalling more than 2 million pressure cookers sold in the U.S. and Canada — after consumers reported over 100 burn injuries spanning from a hazard that can cause hot food to spew out.

Statewide trout stocking highlights for May

About 390,000 rainbow trout will be stocked throughout the state

Fishing for stocked rainbow trout can be a great way to introduce budding anglers to the sport by using simple, inexpensive setups. Many of these fisheries highlighted below are easy to access, family-friendly fishing destinations. All you need to get started is a fishing license, and youth (under 14) fish for free. If you need a license, purchasing one on the fly is easy to do with your smartphone—and you can start fishing immediately!

US and Ukraine sign minerals deal after Trump presses Kyiv to pay back US for helping repel Russia

The two sides offered only barebone details about the structure of the deal, which they called the United States-Ukraine Reinvestment Fund. But it is expected to give the U.S. access to Ukraine’s valuable rare earth minerals while providing Kyiv a measure of assurance about continued American support in its grinding war with Russia.

OUT and ABOUT with STEVE CAMERON: On Shedeur, Cal and the new TV deal for Pac-12

The Pac-12 is expected to announce the media agreement for 2026 (and beyond) sometime this spring. It can’t come soon enough.

OPINION: Little is not the education governor

Last Tuesday, the Coeur d’Alene Regional Chamber of Commerce held its Annual Scholarship Breakfast. More than 200 of our area’s best and brightest students gathered at the Coeur d’Alene Resort where they received applause and the financial support for college they worked tirelessly to earn.