2013 ends with two old Broadway favorites on top

NEW YORK - Broadway's highest grossing show in 2013 wasn't a new strutting musical or a bawdy one or even one with a big star. The crown goes to a regal but mature performer - "The Lion King," now in its 16th year. And another veteran turned heads when "Wicked" recorded Broadway's highest single-week gross ever.

Super Scholarship goes to lucky local

By DEVIN WEEKS

A look at Independence Day with fresh eyes

In divided era, what does July 4th mean?

SMITHTOWN, N.Y. - In the market for new designer eyewear this Independence Day? Look no further than Wize Eyes on Long Island. "So Proudly We Hail," the chain advertised this week, "With Fashion Eyewear ... At Half The Price."

'What recession?': US employers add 528,000 jobs in July

Inflation is raging at its highest level in more than 40 years

World/Nation Briefs June 7, 2013

IRS official

Bible not in conflict with science

There has been a recent spate of letters to the Editor and a My Turn column on the theory of evolution. While these letters ping-pong back and forth, with many feeling that it's wasted paper with neither side convincing the other, I am compelled to write once more to elaborate my point of view.

Breathing life into bailout discussions

Our pollen seasons may be getting longer

We’re in the middle of allergy season and it’s often a tough time for those who suffer from hay fever. Some people are affected more than others at various times of the year.

Jane Birkin asks Hermes to take her name off crocodile handbag

PARIS (AP) - British singer Jane Birkin has asked Hermes to take her name off the crocodile-skin versions of the iconic Birkin handbag, after being contacted by animal rights group PETA over "cruel" slaughtering practices.

'Over the Snow Ride' on Saturday

Snowmobile Club offering free lunch during membership drive

Snowmobile club seeks members

Biden makes pitch for retired general to be Pentagon chief

WASHINGTON (AP) — President-elect Joe Biden on Tuesday made his case

JORGENSON: He's vital to Idaho

Politicians swear an oath of office to uphold the rule of law. It is a rare and special breed of elected official that abides by this promise. Often this commitment comes with a high political price tag. It is indefensible when the assault against honest politicians comes from wealthy special interests without concern for Idaho citizens.

HOUSING: Residential building rate needs to increase

In my last letter to the editor, I pointed out that Kootenai County needed 3,000 housing units per year to maintain current availability in the housing market. Currently, we are suffering from a shortage of homes and can feel it as demand drives up the pricing of homes and rentals.

ZINN: Needs full exposure

Thanks to the letter writer who responded to my suggestion that readers look up Zinn Education Project, a curriculum used in some Coeur d’Alene schools.

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Mine officials deny agency's allegation

Sunshine Silver Mines Corporation is disputing some information from a Mine Safety and Health Administration spokesperson about Monday's accident that killed 36-year-old Nick Rounds.

Idaho House passes civics test requirement for students

POLICE PAY: Use state surplus

A recent article in The Press stated baristas make about the same wages as the police.

Hayden Marathon coming up

Involves closures

Marathon set for Oct. 16

CYT-North Idaho presents 'Great American Tall Tales'

"Great American Tall Tales" is preparing to hit the Kroc Center stage later this month.