Legals for May, 6 2025

Cinco de Mayo celebrates resilience and culture of Mexican people

Cinco de Mayo marks the anniversary of the 1862 victory by Mexican troops over invading French forces at the Battle of Puebla. The triumph over the better-equipped and much larger French troops was an enormous emotional boost for Mexican soldiers led by Gen. Ignacio Zaragoza. In Mexico, historical reenactments are held annually in the central city of Puebla to commemorate the victory. Participants dress as Mexican and French troops, and as Zacapoaxtlas — the Indigenous and farmer contingent that helped Mexican troops win.

Trump administration says it will pay immigrants in the US illegally $1,000 to leave the country

Trump made immigration enforcement and the mass deportation of immigrants in the United States illegally a centerpiece of his campaign, and he is following through during the first months of his administration. But it is a costly, resource-intensive endeavor. While the Republican administration is asking Congress for a massive increase in resources for the Immigration and Customs Enforcement department responsible for removing people from the country, it’s also pushing people in the country illegally to “self-deport.”

Monday TV/Radio highlights

Television and radio highlights for Monday, May 5

Mustangs laud Post Falls veterans on May Day

The polite charm of Greensferry Elementary School students on a mission worked its magic Thursday on the residents of the Idaho State Veterans Home in Post Falls. “Thank you for your service,” Ada Snook said as she handed a bundle of flowers to Army veteran Ken Siirila.

Could we have the driest year since 1929?

It was a dry April across the Inland Northwest. Only 0.54 inches of rain fell at Cliff’s station in Coeur d’Alene last month, compared to the average of 1.77 inches. At the Spokane International Airport, April’s precipitation total was just 0.39. Their April normal rainfall is 1.25 inches. Our seasonal total in Coeur d’Alene thus far is 7.71 inches. The normal rain and melted snow at this time of year is about 10 inches.

6A DISTRICT 1 BASEBALL: Lake City holds on for title ... In a series filled with comebacks, Timberwolves weather Coeur d'Alene rally in seventh inning

But by winning the district title, Lake City (13-8) will host a play-in series, with the winner advancing to a four-team, double-elimination state tournament the following weekend. Coeur d’Alene (16-4) will travel to either one of the two play-in sites in the Boise area, or to the one in eastern Idaho.

Running on diamond time

Clark's Jeweler's to receive 'Heart of History' award for care of clock

Preservation Month was established in 2005 by the National Trust for Historic Preservation to promote historic places and heritage tourism and demonstrate the social and economic benefits of historic preservation. This is the 20th anniversary of the national event and the second year that Coeur d’Alene’s Historic Preservation Commission is actively participating with events and community outreach planned throughout the month of May.

Retired drill sergeant brings leadership, compassion to Lake City Center

Retired drill sergeant brings leadership, compassion to Lake City Center

It isn't immediately apparent that Lake City Center Executive Director Nancy Phillips is a retired U.S. Army drill sergeant who directed deployment teams in support of overseas operations and spent 20 years in active military service. She smiles and greets patrons by name when they walk in the door. Her voice is gentle and kind, and she is not of large stature. “There’s a picture of me as a drill sergeant,” she said Monday, beginning to smile. “I look like a 12-year-old.”

Woman-owned coffee shop Bean & Bubb now open in Rathdrum

Since taking her first job as a barista twelve years ago, Kahlaila Van-Dalen knew she wanted to someday open her own café.

HUCKLEBERRIES: Joe Murphy: An open case

Joe Murphy was the type of newcomer that locals appreciate. He moved here to enjoy our outdoors, embrace community values, join worthy organizations, such as Big Brothers/Big Sisters and Hospice, and make friends.

John Paul Johnson, 53

John Paul Johnson, 53, passed away peacefully at his home in Coeur d'Alene, surrounded by his family on March 28, 2025. John was born in June of 1971 in Rogue River, Ore.

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Michael & Carolyn Murphy

It is with great sadness that the family of Michael & Carolyn Murphy of Hayden Lake announces they have passed.

David Root, 65

Master Sergeant David Patrick "Dave" Root, 65, passed away on April 18, 2025, in Spirit Lake, Idaho. Born on July 14, 1959, in Spokane, Washington

Northwest Notes May 4, 2025

Gonzaga men's basketball coach Mark Few announced the signing of Parker Jefferson, a 6-foot-10, 230-pound forward.

Barbara Hall Romine, 90

Barbara, the oldest of three children born to Evan and Verla (Hazeltine) Hall on December 5, 1934 in Moscow Idaho. She passed away on March 15, 2025, at the age of 90.

NIC SOFTBALL: Games (back)stopped ... Cardinals, Bruins call off regular season finale after Salt Lake protests

NIC (20-24, 12-18 SWAC) will be the fourth seed and open the Region 18 Tournament in Twin Falls on Tuesday against host and No. 24 College of Southern Idaho (37-14, 28-4), which claimed the conference title.

North Idaho College's Isakson, Haft are Lewis-Clark State College Alumni of the Year

North Idaho College's Isakson, Haft are Lewis-Clark State College Alumni of the Year

They both graduated from Lewis-Clark State College Coeur d'Alene. They both attended Gonzaga University. They both work as deans at North Idaho College. Now, Vicki Isakson and Tami Haft are both the 2025 Lewis-Clark State College Alumni of the year.

Modern-day wizard showcases science sorcery at Bryan Elementary

Modern-day wizard showcases science sorcery at Bryan Elementary

Science is everywhere. Modern-day wizard David Hagerman made this joyfully apparent Thursday as he showcased his scientific sorcery to wow students at Bryan Elementary School. The Emmy-nominated David Hagerman generated laughter and wonder as he used gravity, electricity, chemical reactions and humor to share just how cool science can be.