OPINION: U.S. agriculture needs farm workforce modernization

Act favors work solutions over monetary bandages

Seniors 'sell' Coeur d'Alene Charter Academy as clever class prank

Coeur d'Alene Charter Academy was for sale for $1 million this morning, much to the surprise of the faculty and staff. Principal Dan Nicklay didn't even see the "for sale" sign when he first pulled up to the school. "My first thought was, 'What the heck's that doing here?'" Nicklay said. Then he realized it was the 2024 senior prank, and all gasps of astonishment were replaced with chuckles and sighs of relief.

Defense rests without ex-President Trump taking the witness stand in his New York hush money trial

The jury was sent home for a week, until May 28, when closing arguments are expected, but the attorneys planned to return later Tuesday to discuss how the judge will instruct jurors on deliberations

NWAC GOLF CHAMPIONSHIPS: Cardinals go out on top — In final event before returning to NJCAA, NIC women win first conference title since 2016; Cardinal men win sixth straight NWAC crown

“Brittany Pounds (NIC assistant coach, who played at Mead High and Western Washington University) has been a huge help this spring on the women’s side,” Grove said. “I’m super grateful for her commitment to the team and hard work. It’s been great to have the women be able to learn from a great women’s player.”

Voting machine accuracy test conducted ahead of primary elections in Shoshone County

Shoshone County elections clerk Savanna Willer conducted an accuracy test to make sure the ballot counting equipment was ready to go.

Basic hygiene kits created for Silver Valley residents in need

Last week, AmeriCorps to collected and distributed supplies for homeless people through the Silver Valley Community Resource Center.

Shoshone County Sheriff's Office says it's in dire need of new vehicles

A plan is starting to form for future vehicle purchases.

Legals for May, 21 2024

NWAC SOFTBALL CHAMPIONSHIPS: Cardinals fall short in bid for conference title ... NIC second in final season in conference before returning to NJCAA next spring

“I’ll miss this team,” fifth-year NIC coach Shay Chapman said. “They’re good people and so much fun to coach. The sophomores left their legacy here, and should feel good about where we left it. I’ll miss the NWAC, but I’m happy with the next chapter we’re getting into.”

Passport Fair slated in Coeur d'Alene

Idahoans in need of a passport, or those whose passports have expired or will expire in the next year, may register for an appointment. Appointments should be made in advance, online, a press release said.

NWAC SOFTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP: Cardinals bounce back from rare setback, advance to title round

The championship game begins today at 11 a.m., with an if-necessary game at 1:15 p.m.

STATE HIGH SCHOOL SOFTBALL: Timberlake brings home third-place trophy in 3A

Timberlake, playing in its 24th consecutive state tournament, finishes 17-10. It was the Tigers’ first trophy from state since 2021, when they took fourth.

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: The dirt on the state 5A softball tourney in Post Falls

“I couldn’t be prouder of my girls. We’re soooooooo young,” Coeur d'Alene coach Bobbi Darretta said. “Four freshmen, two sophomores and a junior out there (starting), and two seniors in the outfield. I’m really excited for the future. I told them hang your head high … everybody had us the No. 4 team (out of four) in the league and we won league, won districts and beat the No. 1 team in the state. We weren’t even supposed to be here, so for us, that’s a win. Next year, we’re coming back, and we’re going to be stronger.”

High hopes for healing

Coeur d'Alene woman to climb Mt. Denali with goal of recovery, helping Gold Star sisters

Motivated by death of brother, CDA woman heads for Denali to help her Gold Star sisters heal.

Almost Home: North Idaho families face barriers to permanent housing

The western sun beat down on Heather Bischof's front porch as her son Austin, 7, and daughter Ellie played in the water on the lawn during the heat of a summerlike May evening.

OUR GEM: Exploring a ‘no damage’ philosophy to Cattle Ranching in the Coeur d’Alene Basin

Alongside the North Fork of the Coeur d’Alene River sits Castlerock Ranch.

CDA: Recreation needs revitalization

As a North Idaho native who has spent most of my 35 years in the Coeur d’Alene area, I’ve watched this city morph into what feels like a dystopian paradox. Despite its growth, Coeur d'Alene seems increasingly stagnant, lacking both activities and sustained business growth.

END TIMES: Earth’s peoples and E.T.s

Intelligence experts testified before Congress (2023) that the U.S. Government does reverse engineering on “alien craft.” “Yes, they have recovered non-human biologics.”

PROTESTERS: No sympathy here

The whole world is laughing at us, including Hamas. All these protests at colleges, this is what happens when left faculty is allowed to teach this young, pampered generation. This is the same generation who has no idea what it took to make this country safe. Maybe because they are not taught any history. Instead they have DEI courses and are taught how evil the U.S. is.

OUR GEM: Conservation easements mean ‘forever’ protection in Coeur d'Alene Basin

The Inland Northwest Land Conservancy's mission is to conserve, care for and connect with lands and waters essential to life in the Inland Northwest.