THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: The M's need a bat, real soon

Let’s talk about baseball trades. Seriously. I added that one last word because there are a thousand stories, podcasts and interviews floating around — and most of them are just churning out the same names, same teams, yada, yada.

LEGION BASEBALL: Northern Lakes outslugs Coeur d'Alene U17

Caleb Mason had two hits, two runs scored and three RBIs for Northern Lakes (5-0), which travels to the Howard Rein Tournament in Bozeman, Mont., on Friday, facing the Sheridan Jets and Bozeman Bucks.

Coeur d'Alene School District balances operating budget

Surplus of $1.65 million projected for next year

Much belt-tightening and reduction of expenditures have been put into place to balance what would have been a $6 million 2025 fiscal year budget shortfall in the Coeur d'Alene School District. Director of Finance Shannon Johnston provided a comprehensive overview of the district's finances Monday evening during a budget hearing, held at Midtown Meeting Center in Coeur d'Alene. “Next year, we are projecting a $1.65 million surplus," Johnston said. "Negotiations have not occurred yet, and that’s why you’re going to see a surplus. We have not settled on anything."

'Miracle' timeline advances in Kootenai County

Applications for affordable housing development being accepted at month's end

Miracle on Britton is public/private partnership on a 28-home project on a 4.65-acre parcel on Greensferry Road in Post Falls, south of Prairie Avenue and north of Poleline Avenue.

Kilmers to present Argentina travelog

Would-be travelers and armchair adventurers will also learn how the Kilmers navigated the black market money exchange, learned the proper use of a bidet, found Evita Peron’s final resting place, and learned to appreciate the three-hour lunch.

Numerica awards $372K to regional nonprofits

Local recipients are Family Promise, Third Avenue Marketplace, Safe Passage

Safe Passage, Family Promise of North Idaho and Third Avenue Marketplace (formerly the Post Falls Food Bank) are among 21 regional nonprofits awarded a total of $372,000 in grants by Numerica Credit Union. The funds were distributed through the 2024 Numerica Charitable Fund, a June 6 news release said. This annual program partners with organizations that align with the credit union’s philanthropic initiative, Numerica CARES for Kids.

COMPANIONS: Abandoned dog met with compassion

The story of Loomie in Saturday’s Press moved me to tears. And I’m not even a dog person — I’m a cat lover. But, my heart went out to that little fur baby that someone would so heartlessly abandon and such a cruel way.

GOOD OLD DAYS: They lacked basic human rights

Thank you, Susan Crowe, for your “My Turn” submission. The question you asked about “the good old days” is exactly what I also ask, “For whom?”

GRADUATION: Where was the coverage?

I find it hard to understand why there was no Press coverage of the local high school graduations in our area. This is a big deal!

CHURCH: God’s love is for all

In response to the letter from James Seeley in the June 5 edition of The Press, he is certainly entitled to his opinion, as we all are.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Hair Loss: A growing problem with solutions

Hair loss is a growing problem today. It is partially evidenced by the number of men with male pattern baldness choosing to just shave their heads. Women too are experiencing similar issues with their hair, but more generalized.

EDITORIAL: Clearing the tall starter-home hurdle

It's a daunting task, but patience and a plan can help shift renters into buyers.

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.

OPINION: The tangled web we weave

In his June 5 Op-Ed, former Attorney General and State Supreme Court Justice Jim Jones opines on the alleged failure of Attorney General Raul Labrador in adhering to the Idaho Rules of Professional Conduct for attorneys related to client representation. Mr. Jones misreads Idaho Code in determining who and what are the clients of the Attorney General and the advice to come from that office, and thus Mr. Jones lends more confusion to the “tangled mess of litigation” regarding the disposition of the former ITD headquarters.

MY TURN: Carping critics

Has anyone else grown weary of the small group of faultfinders who attend every North Idaho College board meeting? Their repetitive diatribes and sometimes cheeky behavior are frustrating for those waiting their turn to speak. They frequently remind us that Dr. South, who has been invaluable in navigating accreditation, is still on staff. They seem unaware that it was Dr. South’s team of experts and effective action steps which quickly moved the college in the right direction last year. He also has a contract that runs through June. Regrettably, this whole ‘risk of losing’ accreditation scheme has been a big expense for the college, and completely unnecessary. You do not have to be a mystic or even a philosopher to understand what has happened and why. But you do have to use discernment to know which of the “stakeholders" are obscuring the truth.

Cars, cruising and stories to tell

Cars are coming to downtown Coeur d'Alene by the hundreds. Thousands of enthusiasts will enjoy Car d'Lane's Friday night cruise on Sherman Avenue, the Saturday car show and Silver Auction's live auction at Independence Point.

Sheriff's office looks to grow in remodeled Kootenai North building

The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office aims to complete its move to the Kootenai North facility in Hayden by summer’s end.

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.

Coeur d'Alene police chief: Could take years to recover from fire

Cause remains unknown of blaze that destroyed millions in police vehicle, gear, equipment

Police lost about 10 vehicles in the Sunday morning blaze, including an incident command trailer, a SWAT Bearcat unit, nearly 100 laptops, ebikes for downtown patrol and everything associated with its canine program.