Understand the difference between a Living Will and a Last Will

Several estate planning documents have similar and easy to confuse names, which adds to the potential for confusion. Estate planning legal matters are already confusing enough, so it certainly does not help to have similar names for related but completely different documents. Let’s take some of the mystery out of two similarly named documents now: the “Last Will & Testament” and the “Living Will.”

OPINION: Convictions about principled presidential leadership

The conviction of a candidate for president of the United States for felony crimes is not a moment for celebration, but a time for reflection and recommitment to principles that define our democracy. We must carefully consider the character of those we elect, and advocate for leaders who prioritize public service above all else.

Legals for June, 12 2024

Post Falls man gets prison for sexual abuse

A Post Falls man who pleaded guilty to sexually abusing two children will spend up to 30 years in prison.

Reported birth of rare white buffalo calf in Yellowstone park fulfills Lakota prophecy

Erin Braaten of Kalispell took several photos of the calf shortly after it was born on June 4 in the Lamar Valley in the northeastern corner of the park.

Wyoming pass landslide brings mountain-sized headache to commuting tourist town workers

Each day, thousands make — or used to make — the half-hour-plus drive over Teton Pass from more affordable communities in eastern Idaho. Commuters are now looking at at least another hour of driving and possibly two through a different route into Wyoming.

Bureau of Land Management shrinks proposed size of controversial Idaho wind farm project

Idaho Republicans U.S. Rep. Mike Simpson and U.S. Sen. Jim Risch both expressed their continued opposition to the project in social media posts last week.

President Joe Biden's son, Hunter Biden, is convicted of all 3 felonies in federal gun trial

Hunter Biden left the courthouse holding hands with the first lady and his wife. They did not speak to reporters, got into waiting SUVs and drove off.

Poorman named magistrate judge

Tristan Poorman is the newest magistrate judge for the First Judicial District, filling the vacancy created by Judge Ross Pittman’s appointment to the Kootenai County District Court bench.

Taking it to the streets of Coeur d'Alene

Musicians volunteer to play this week for Second Harvest

Hitt was one of about 10 musicians who took up posts in downtown Coeur d’Alene for Second Harvest food bank.

Post Falls Boys and Girls Club to host open house Wednesday

Community members welcome to see completed $1.7 million expansion

The expansion is complete, the loose ends are tied and the Boys and Girls Club's Jordan Johnson Clubhouse in Post Falls is now is ready to welcome visitors to see what's new. “Last summer we had our program at Seltice Elementary School, so everybody is really excited about operating the very first summer in the expanded clubhouse,” Boys and Girls Clubs of Kootenai County Executive Director Mark Kuhnhausen said Thursday during a tour of the club.

Sholeh: Our ongoing 4-wheel love affair

Americans are obsessed with their vehicles. With Car d'Lane approaching, here's a look at why.

Shoshone County hosting free weed spray events

The Shoshone County Noxious Weed Advisory Board has three free spray days they hope the public takes advantage of in the coming weeks.

Nancie Lee Riggers, 78

Nancie Lee Riggers, 78, passed peacefully into the arms of Jesus on June 2, 2024, due to complications associated with Metastatic Renal Cancer.

Colburn elected ISAA president

Silver Mountain General Manager Jeff Colburn was recently elected to become the new president of the Idaho Ski Areas Association Board of Directors.

Gyro Days begin this week

The event kicks off Wednesday afternoon club members will be live in Downtown Wallace generating excitement for the official commencement of the festival on Thursday – during the live event, viewers will get a chance to preview some of the attractions of the days ahead, including food, beverages, a few jokes and games, and even be a few Lead Creek Derby tickets will be available.

Food insecurity on the rise in Shoshone County, statewide

Food insecurity is on the rise across the state, with Shoshone County topping the chart with about 2,220 people or 16.5% of the population experiencing instability around providing stable food sources, according to Map the Meal Gap report recently released through Feeding America.

Janice Elaine Solum, 80

Janice Elaine Solum of Wallace, Idaho, passed at home May 30, 2024.

Legals for June, 11 2024

Apple leaps into AI with an array of upcoming iPhone features and a ChatGPT deal to smarten up Siri

To herald the alliance with Apple, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman sat in the front row of the packed conference, which included developers attending from more than 60 countries worldwide.