THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Conference dominoes, and their effect on the Zags

The conference has decided it can stand on its own feet. Chill, Zags. This can work out for everybody, believe it or not.

Religious symbols will be allowed in Coeur d'Alene parade

Chamber changes course following 'misunderstandings' over new policy

Coppess wrote that last year alone, she received over 50 complaints about different signage and symbols that were deemed offensive.

Community members show support during Library Day of Action

Events held across Kootenai County as House Bill 710 becomes law

One of Michelle Krewson's fondest memories of the library is walking with her children just a couple blocks from home to the old Coeur d'Alene Public Library on Harrison Avenue. She wasn't able to learn typing in high school due to a broken arm, so the library was where she learned her way around a keyboard. She taught herself how to type on the Mickey Mouse computer in the kids' section while her kids played and pored over books. “We’ve been frequenting the library forever and ever," she said. "We love it.”

Idaho's Statehood Day to be celebrated in Wallace

Parade set for Wednesday, the day before the Fourth of July

The Fourth of July may get all the big attention this week, but in Wallace, the party starts one day earlier when they celebrate Idaho's Statehood Day.

Former Coeur d'Alene mayor dies

Jim Fromm ran on 'Save Our Shoreline' campaign

Jim Fromm, who served as Coeur d'Alene's mayor from 1982 to 1986, died June 26.

MY TURN: Ensuring a respectful and inclusive Fourth of July Parade

This year, we introduced new guidelines regarding the display of certain symbols and imagery in the parade, a decision that has unfortunately led to misunderstandings and accusations.

Happy … Second of July?

John Adams thought that should be day to celebrate independence.

Street medicine teams search for homeless people to deliver lifesaving IV hydration in extreme heat

Homeless people accounted for nearly half of the record 645 heat-related deaths last year in Maricopa County, which encompasses metro Phoenix.

Supreme Court rules ex-presidents have broad immunity, dimming chance of a pre-election Trump trial

In a historic ruling, the justices said Monday for the first time that former presidents can be shielded from prosecution for at least some of what they do in the Oval Office.

Area agencies encourage Fourth of July safety

Firework season is upon us, and many local and state agencies are hoping that people stay safe as they celebrate the Fourth of July.

Scientists are concerned about Mount Rainier

Within the last week, there have been some news articles featured on major news networks as to the possibility of a potential eruption of Mount Rainer.

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: 8,296! — The Links looking to make another splash as one of the longest golf courses in the world

"My personal opinion is our signature hole will become No. 15, our par-3 up the hill that has the pot bunker in front,” Hull said. “From the new black tee that will play 258 (compared to 168 from the white tees, 177 from the blues) ... uphill, pot bunker in front, bunker on the left, and if the wind’s blowing the wrong direction, that’ll play close to 300 yards.”

HOOPFEST NOTEBOOK: On the newest Celtic, a reunion and some future names to watch on the court

“We talked to (Gonzaga men’s basketball) Coach (Mark) Few and John Stockton after it happened, and they were really excited for him,” Deon Watson Sr. said. “The entire community is just excited for him and can’t wait to see what he can do. It still hasn’t sunk in yet, and there’s a lot of work to put in.”

As Idaho's new library law goes into effect, questions remain

Seven-year-old Patrice Droesch comfortably sat with her legs folded beneath her, lingering on the pages of Brian Lies’ “Bats at the Library,” a children’s book about bats that have a grand time when they find a window at their local library has been left open one night. Patrice’s mom, Elizabeth Droesch of Coeur d’Alene, sat at a nearby table in the Seagrave Children’s Library at the Coeur d’Alene Public Library, researching different titles. “I was just going through all of these and reading reviews and making sure what I choose is appropriate for my kids,” she said. “It takes time.”

HUCKLEBERRIES: A hero among men

Remembering Omer Karns, the can-do volunteer for veterans of North Idaho

Google the term, “hero,” and you’ll find a description of the late Omer Karns of Rathdrum.

Compost vs. Fertilizer: Understanding the differences for soil and plant health

What gardener doesn’t delight in a lush, flourishing garden? Whether we are growing flowers or vegetables (or both), we want a beautiful, productive garden.

OPINION: Bad California ideas are infiltrating Idaho

Bad California ideas are coming to Idaho through the Trojan horse of open primaries, and Republicans in the Gem State need to wake up.

DEBATE: Who do you choose?

Did not like it, The debate was disappointing. To their credit, I thought both moderators did a good job and did not see any bias to either candidates.

Council seeking housing solutions

The Panhandle Area Council is an economic development 501(c)(4) nonprofit organization that provides small businesses with loans, project financing and community development services to advance economic development across Idaho. It has been connecting businesses to resources since 1972.

EDITORIAL: Ask for money sooner, not later

Schools shouldn't wait for one shot at voter funding support