Medical marijuana law proposed for Idaho

BOISE - A Republican lawmaker wants to make Idaho the 15th state to legalize medical marijuana, saving chronically ill patients a trip across the border to Washington, Oregon, Nevada or Montana.

When will gas prices start to drop?

This year, a drop in gas prices after Labor Day has been delayed by the effects of Hurricane Ida.

Witnessing greatness

We had the opportunity the other night to watch the movie Ali starring Will Smith. I reflected on the greatness portrayed in the movie.

The pain of insane postal cuts

The usual grousing and snuffling greeted the Post Office's - excuse me, Postal Service's - announcement late last month that the price of mailing a domestic first-class letter was going up by a penny, from 45 cents to 46 cents.

Sandcreek Lofts brings Dover Bay into downtown Sandpoint

Dover Bay Development is known for their diverse and beautiful waterfront community on Lake Pend Oreille. Now they’re taking their style and success into downtown Sandpoint.

Dover Meadows a quality first impression for Dover Bay community

The fall colors bring added beauty to the already gorgeous views at the Dover Bay Waterfront Community on Lake Pend Oreille.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — The three best

Mary recently attended the Boz Scaggs concert with some friends, and one of her old college buddies asked an interesting question, “What are the three best concerts you have ever been to?”

Putting a fine edge on his work

Towell art sought by collectors worldwide

MIDVALE - He almost blushes as he pulls out the knife he keeps in his jeans pocket a folding knife purchased through a mail-order catalog for $20.

News of the World says goodbye

Phone hacking scandal brings down 168-year-old newspaper

LONDON - Britain's best-selling Sunday tabloid the News of the World signed off with a simple front page message - "THANK YOU & GOODBYE" - leaving the media establishment here reeling from the expanding phone-hacking scandal that brought down the muckraking newspaper after 168 years.

Aromatherapy attraction

Rustic Romance brings in clients from throughout U.S.

COEUR d'ALENE - In the world of aromatherapy, Alexandria Brighton is considered "a foremost authority" on the ancient healing art.

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Edwin Marion Clovis Flory, 98

'Imported from Detroit' ad pumps up Motor City

Eminem featured in ChryslerSuper Bowl spot

DETROIT (AP) - To a pulsating beat, hip-hop star Eminem drives a sleek Chrysler through the streets of Detroit, proudly cruising by the city's landmarks, towering skyscrapers and the hopeful faces of its people. His journey ends with an unapologetic message: "This is the Motor City, and this is what we do."

10 days of fair begins Friday

Pre-purchase discount sales end today

The North Idaho State Fair opens at 3 p.m. on Friday, this year with 10 event-packed days. “We just really want our guests' experience to be a positive one so we figured if we had more days available we could give people more opportunity to come,” fair manager Alexcia Jordan said. “I certainly think it was the right move for this year in particular because we do anticipate more people to come than ever before.”

Fugitive of the Week

The North Idaho Violent Crimes Task Force is seeking information leading to the apprehension of

Edmunds: Why having old tires on your car is a risk

Tires are of vital importance since they are the only part of the vehicle that makes contact with the road. Yet motorists often neglect their condition and age, and the results can be catastrophic. In its most recently available information, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says that 738 people died in 2017 from tire-related crashes.

Making the grade with ADA

By BRIAN WALKER

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Nancy Eileen Hansen, 69

Breathe easier

CO2 emissions in U.S. drop to 20-year low

Addiction Is 'A Disease Of Isolation' - So Pandemic Puts Recovery At Risk

Before the coronavirus became a pandemic, Emma went to an Alcoholics Anonymous meeting every week in the Boston area and to another support group at her methadone clinic. She said she felt safe, secure and never judged.

President Obama talks gas prices with AAA

BOISE – Saying he identifies with Americans who must pay more at the pump, President Obama yesterday tried to make some sense of high energy prices, the cyclical nature of gas prices and the global tensions that are driving higher pump prices.