All hail, the Silver Kings!

This past weekend, Silver Mountain was the center of the hard enduro universe as 538 racers representing all 50 states and several countries descended upon Silver Mountain Resort for the annual Silver Kings Hard Enduro races.

Lloyd Clayton Davis, 93

Lloyd Clayton Davis, 93, of Eugene, Oregon, passed away on May 30, 2024, of age-related causes.

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.

Legals for July, 2 2024

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.

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.

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.”

Mr. Bay finds a home

Hound adopted after 441 days at Companions Animal Center.

Styner is surprised because Mr. Bay spent 441 days at Companions Animals Center, their longest resident by far. Many looked at him, but all opted against making him part of their home.

'Closure can be a myth'

Doug Eastwood pens story of family tragedy when he was a born

While the deaths in 1964 were traumatic for family members, the events that led to them shook the family even more.

Emran Restaurant opens downtown Coeur d'Alene

Middle Eastern cuisine is the focus of the new Emran Restaurant at 309 E. Lakeside Ave.

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.

Criticism should build up, not tear down

A prominent New York critic was leaving the theater after a Broadway opening and met the producer in the lobby. The latter took one look at the critic's suit, which was rumpled as usual, and said with some annoyance, "That's a fine way to dress for my opening. Your suit looks as if you slept in it."

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.

Mark O'Toole Knudsen, 54

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mark O’Toole Knudsen, who tragically left this world June 4, 2024, in Meriden, Conn.

Shirlee Irene Olson, 92

Shirlee Irene (Pence) Olson, beloved elementary school teacher and lifelong educator, passed peacefully at her riverside home June 22, 2024,

EDITORIAL: Ask for money sooner, not later

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

Coeur d'Alene Fire Department eyes general obligation bond

Would provide millions for fire trucks, equipment, station expansions

Fire department seeks bond support