Clothing sales fight human trafficking

There has been no lack of stories about the next generation and how they are walking away from faith and church. There is some truth to that scenario, but other studies show young people hunger to understand the meaning of life and a Christian worldview. Here is a story of some local young women who not only understand faith but also what it means to be a part of the Great Commission to spread the Gospel to all the world. We interviewed a lovely young woman, Gracey Laursen, about a clothing company called Freedombound.

Gas prices are silver lining as economy weakens

There's some good news behind the discouraging headlines on the economy: Gas is getting cheaper. At least two states had stations selling gas for $2.99 on Friday and it could fall below $3 in more areas over the weekend.

VACCINE: Continuity should be easier

It took six phone calls, including one disconnect, to make an appointment for my overdue second booster vaccine.

Linda Harder: Thank you for not smoking

IN PERSON

HAYDEN - Every new year, thousands of people pledge to quit smoking.

More pain at the pump

Gas prices reach record highs for this time; AAA says $4 likely, but not $5

NEIGHBORHOOD OF THE WEEK: A Riverstone roundup

Psst… don’t tell downtown, but Riverstone might just be the go-to place in Coeur d’Alene. Call it a tie at the very least.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — The Mexican wine scene, coming of age

Mary and I had the good fortune to meet her brother John Lancaster and our sister-in-law Paula in Mexico just after the New Year.

Of price points and tariffs

Recently the Trump administration announced sweeping tariffs on European wine that will almost certainly trickle down to the retail market place. While the effect will become clear in the coming months, not all countries or categories of wine will be affected equally. Exempt from the tax will be wines from Italy. Wines from France, Spain and Portugal will be impacted, but with varying degrees. Also exempt is French Champagne and other sparkling wines from France, and any of their wines over 14% alcohol. Similarly, wines from Spain and Portugal that are over 14% alcohol are also exempt. Also exempt are any wines bottled in large formats.

With four new cases in Spokane County, health officials testing high-risk coronavirus patients, urging others with symptoms to treat at home

Spokane County residents who are experiencing the symptoms of respiratory illness tied to the coronavirus but who aren’t in a high-risk population should take the same steps as those experiencing the flu, Spokane Regional Health District officer Dr. Bob Lutz said Sunday.

Deal will prevent spike in milk prices

Penney's results show signs of life

A tough challenge: Buy local, fresh food

In my quest to partake in the 100-mile challenge (purchasing all your food within a 100-mile radius of your home) I have discovered a bountiful selection of local farmers with wonderful programs to get their food into your home. Purchasing sustainable foods from growers who use natural farming practices ensures that you are putting good, chemical/hormone-free food into your body. As a society, we need to rethink how we look at our food source and how we shop.

Good news for North Idaho real estate

The National Association of Realtors released an article on Friday, based on findings of real estate research company CoreLogic, that four million homeowners have returned to positive equity positions as of the end of February. That means that these owners are no longer underwater with their mortgages. Of the five states with the highest negative equity, Idaho is not listed. Five states alone account for nearly 37 percent of the negative equity in the U.S. CoreLogic reports that the following five states have the highest percentage of mortgaged properties in negative equity:

New Orleans-style cuisine featured at Ten/6

Breakfast and lunch with a New Orleans style is the theme of the Ten/6 restaurant, which celebrates its grand opening Wednesday at 726 N. Fourth St.

VETERANS PRESS: Ask VA your questions

Do you have a question or want more information about VA benefits and services? Use the new Ask VA online question portal (https://ask.va.gov/). It is an easy, fast and convenient way to get your questions answered.

Salazar keeps oil drill ban, for now

ON THE GULF OF MEXICO - The helicopter passes over the blue waters of the Gulf of Mexico - with surprisingly little oil visible on its surface - when out of the sea rises a skyscraper-like structure nearly 350 feet above the waves. The $600 million rig, nearly 100 miles off Louisiana's coast, has a hull larger than a football field and can drill more than 5 miles beneath the ocean floor.

State board repeals online course requirement

The Idaho State Board of Education today repealed the pending rule that required students graduating in 2016 to take two online courses to graduate from high school.

Virus death toll spikes in Iran, with total now at 1,135

TEHRAN (AP) — Iran on Wednesday reported its single biggest jump in fatalities from the coronavirus as another 147 people died, raising the country's overall death toll to 1,135.

‘Remember My Name:’ Toy Matinee on cassette

The best Father’s Day gifts are ones the whole family can enjoy. And by “enjoy,” I mean poke fun at Dad for being such an old-fashioned analog man.

Where everybody knows your game

Local store welcomes all gaming fans

Holden Farrey hoped he would last to play his next turn.