Legals for July, 19 2024

Israel's Netanyahu makes surprise Gaza visit as far-right politician tours flashpoint Jerusalem site

In his comments at Gaza's southernmost city of Rafah, Netanyahu sounded a tone of triumph in the campaign against Hamas

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Volunteers still make Little League a go in North Idaho

Hayden, at Croffoot Park, has been a great host for districts and state over the years, and Coeur d’Alene, at Canfield Sports Complex, has done a nice job as well, hosting districts.

Double the fun for Museum of North Idaho

Anonymous donor offers to match up to $100K for Museum of North Idaho

“This is a huge step toward getting us moved into our new home in the JC White House this fall,” Thurman said Wednesday.

MY TURN: Freedom to vote

Idahoans praise a lifestyle uncluttered by government overreach yet are allowing politicians to chip away one of our state’s most cherished freedoms. With each legislative session, the free exercise of our constitutional right to vote becomes more compromised. One of the first signs of this trend was a 2011 law that closed primary voting, allowing party bosses to hand-pick candidates. The law excluded voters who have not declared party affiliation, and disenfranchised over half of Idaho veterans who want to stay independent and choose candidates they feel are most qualified to represent them.

Taking tennis’s temperature with Trey

While we were warming up he explained that his Dad, Robert, taught him from an early age that he should be able to play tennis with a Pringle chip in his mouth without breaking it.

Idaho seeks info after ‘terrible case of vandalism,’ extensive damage at state park

The department is uncertain how much the repairs will cost, but construction crews are working to clean up and make repairs while they wait to order new mirrors, sinks and urinals, Chambers said.

Legals for July, 18 2024

Money from Washington's landmark climate law will help tribes face rising seas, climate change

The tribe has spent at least a decade on the relocation effort, but so far a patchwork of federal and state grants has fallen far short of the expected cost.

Relatives of those killed when MH17 was shot down mark 10 years since tragedy that claimed 298 lives

“What’s very important is that we mentioned the name of the loved ones ... and it’s very important that we remember them,” he added.

'I'm honestly speechless': Former Coeur d'Alene High star Paddack drafted in 18th round by Chicago White Sox

“It’s a fantastic, fantastic opportunity,” former Coeur d'Alene High star Liam Paddack said. “All of my friends back home supporting me is just incredibly special. I’m excited to be a White Sox. I’m going to share some great memories on the way.”

Youth Sports July 17, 2024

Scores, news, highlights from local youth sports teams, leagues, etc.

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Damien LaFountain, Post Falls Juniors

Damien LaFountain of the Post Falls Junior Little League (age 12-14) all-star team is this week's Knudtsen Chevrolet Press Athlete of the Week.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Before the Seahawks get going, let the other Games begin

COMING right on the doorstep of the Paris Olympics, so many of these track and field tales have already become watch-again material. Most of it is dramatic, but it’s not all heart-warming.

Hayden 9-year-old a contestant in USA Mullet Championships

Hayden 9-year-old a contestant in USA Mullet Championships

Crazy in the front, party in the back. That's not just Sawyer Libby's hair style — it's his personal philosophy. “I feel like the mullet is like a big part of my whole life,” Sawyer said Monday. The Hayden 9-year-old is a contestant in the USA Mullet Championship, a contest celebrating the most epic hairdos across the country.

A driven woman in Lakeland

Becky Craig-Johnson earns second place in international bus safety contest

Becky Craig-Johnson's bus driving credentials are extensive. She’s won the State of Idaho bus safety championship five times and competed in the international safety competition six times.

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OPINION: Where do we go from here?

As Americans and members of our North Idaho community, we have a pivotal choice to make: How do we respond to political violence?

Gary Heston, 85

Gary Edwin Heston

OPINION: Contraception is not a partisan issue. Let’s stop treating it like one

Let us make one thing clear: Republicans support birth control. And they should not be afraid to say so.