Betsy Ann Marlette, 92

Betsy Ann (Stockard) Marlette passed away on June 20, 2024, at the home of her son Bobby in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, following a stroke.

OPINION: The Ten Commandments may soon be coming to Idaho public schools

Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry recently signed a bill into law requiring the Ten Commandments to be hung in every public school classroom in his state. He knew the bill violated the Establishment Clause in the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, but did it anyway. Landry is a Christian nationalist who wants to infuse his version of Christianity into practically every aspect of public life in America.

Marc M. Marotta, 78

On Monday, May 27, 2024, Marc passed away peacefully at home with his family surrounded by love. He was born on November 29, 1945 in Monterey, California to Nicola and Florence Marotta.

OPINION: A tale of two conventions

The Idaho Democrats and the Idaho Republicans recently held their party’s conventions one week apart. The results of each speak volumes about the choices voters have this November.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Magnesium: Vital for wellness

The subject of magnesium in the diet, as well as topically, has been a hot topic for several years now. It has been touted as the cure-all for almost anything that might ail you. While there is no doubt that magnesium may be good for you, you could be getting swayed by marketing propaganda that lures you into buying something you don’t need.

Kootenai County fire chiefs adopted 'Ready, Set, Go' messaging model

The US Forest Service and Idaho Department of Lands both utilize the “Ready, Set, Go” model, the release said.

Legals for June, 26 2024

Maui ponders its future as leaders consider restricting vacation rentals loved by tourists

About one-third of Maui's visitors use vacation rentals

Coeur d'Alene School Board adopts budgets, begins levy talks

Next meetings are July 8, Aug. 12

Trustees of the Coeur d'Alene School Board adopted budgets and began talks of the next supplemental levy election Monday during a budget adoption and board workshop. The amended $109,247,177 2023-2024 budget and proposed $107,274,030 2024-2025 budget were both unanimously adopted. The discussion then led to when the Coeur d'Alene School District should hold its next levy election and for what amount.

An 'American Hero'

Len Crosby named 'Military Hero of the Year' of July Fourth parade

ICCU Announces Len Crosby as Military Hero of the Year for Coeur d'Alene Regional Chamber’s 2024 American Heroes Parade

Kellogg school resource officers learn from peers at Boise conference

At Kellogg Middle School and Kellogg High School, dedicated School Resource officers Deputy Adam Durflinger and Deputy Mike Groves are working to ensure kids stay safe.

Northwest Notes June 25, 2024

Moreira becomes the 11th women's basketball coach in Idaho history. He is also the first Brazilian head coach in NCAA Division I history.

Christopher Ziegele, 69

Chris Ziegele of Hilger, Montana, died unexpectedly at the hospital in Lewistown on the morning of June 17, 2024.

Donna Taylor, 85

Donna was born on 12/22/1938 in Long Beach, California, and died on 6/20/2024 in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.

Idaho's gas prices creep a little lower

State average for regular gasoline is three cents cheaper than a week ago

Idaho remains in 12th place in the nation for most expensive fuel – another week out of the top 10.

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.

Gary Ross Rauenhorst, 79

Gary Ross Rauenhorst, 79, of Kellogg, Idaho

Legals for June, 25 2024

A fire at a lithium battery factory in South Korea kills 22 mostly Chinese migrant workers

The fire started at one of the factory buildings owned by a battery manufacturer, Aricell. He said that authorities would investigate whether fire extinguishing systems were at the site and if they worked.

LEGION BASEBALL: DeBoer shines as Lums win Ellensburg tourney

"He was awesome today," Coeur d'Alene coach Darren Taylor said. "He threw a gem in that first game; that was the real championship game. They're a real good team; that was a fun game to watch. They had a good pitcher going, and went blow for blow."