Arsenal required in war on drugs

Some say delivering important messages about the dangers of meth use is best left to parents.

St. Vincent de Paul center needs HELP

St. Vincent de Paul seeks nonperishable food contributions for HELP Center guests, who come in from the cold to find a warm meal, hot coffee and a safe and welcoming environment.

Ryan Griffin to play Nashville North

Emerging country star continues Slow Down Sunrise tour in Post Falls

Emerging hitmaker Ryan Griffin is continuing his Slow Down Sunrise tour with a 6 p.m. appearance Thursday at Nashville North in Post Falls. The tour is named for Griffin’s recently released EP, "Slow Down Sunrise," which showcases the singer/songwriter’s "poppy punch and R&B swagger,” according to Rolling Stone.

ORV: Disneyland in paradise

To each their own, live and let live, rugged individualism, this is Idaho. But in this case, “Don’t tread on me” literally involves defending traditional rural values: slow winding roads past field and farm, bird songs with your morning coffee, elk bugling in the distance and neighbors who respect one another.

Research: Working moms boost kids' success

Career ambitions aside, gone are the days when one average income could support a family. That’s probably why 70 percent of women with kids under 18 work, according to the U.S. Department of Labor.

From cattle roundup to showdown

LAS VEGAS - Images of a forced cattle roundup on a rural Nevada range sent ripples through the West on Friday, prompting elected officials in several states to weigh in, militia members to mobilize and federal land managers to reshape elements of the operation.

Have you seen Ebin?

Losing a dog is always heart-breaking, but for Samantha Agate of Post Falls, it has been particularly devastating.

Critters of North Idaho: Snowy Owl

If you’re taking a winter hike, you might be surprised

How to be a good nature-neighbor

Spring has finally returned to North Idaho. The migrant birds have returned and made their nests, the mammals have birthed their young and we humans are out in our gardens.

Dog dies in fire

An early morning fire destroyed half of a home and claimed the life of a small dog Thursday morning.

'A new set of wings' Dr. Forrest Bird * 1921-2015

Legendary inventor, renowned pilot, doctor, philanthropist and author in Sagle dies at 94

At 8, he met Henry Ford at a party hosted by his father; as a teen, he visited with Orville Wright at the 1937 Cleveland Air Show.

Shawna Lee Thomas Schensky, 51

Shawna was born April 24, 1960, to James D. and Donna Thomas in Idaho Falls. She grew up with her family in Dubois and graduated from Clark County High School in 1978 as Salutatorian. She then attended Idaho State University Technical College and began her career working for the state of Idaho. She loved her time working for the Idaho State Police in Idaho Falls and most recently Coeur d'Alene. 

Idaho Fish and Game collecting input for latest upland plan

It’s apropos that Panhandle game managers were not part of the upland game planning team to draft the state’s upland hunting plan for the next five years.

Craig Martin Anderson, 67

Beloved father and husband Craig Anderson (67) passed away at his ranch in the loving arms of his wife on December 30th, 2021 after a two-year battle with stomach cancer.

The birds are back ... like it or not

A few days ago, a great flock of birds took flight directly over my windshield. The unsettling cacophony of flapping wings reminded me that spring is here. And the birds are out there.

Assistance for your pet

It's not a myth, people with pets live longer and are healthier than those who don't have one. Studies have shown that petting your cat or dog can release the hormone endorphins throughout your body. This helps you to feel calm and relaxed. Pets are also very accepting. They have an unconditional love that is great for a person's self-esteem and they give you a reason to take care of yourself. When that pet falls ill, it can be very traumatic for not only the pet but also for its owner. If the owner is on a fixed income, it becomes a crisis. The fear of losing their companion can start a series of health issues in the owner as well.

Go ahead: Embrace your inner ox

Celebrate the Chinese new year by painting a door and paying a debt.

Give the gift of blood

The holiday season is when people give to others, but apparently that doesn’t apply to giving blood.

Marley musical for kids jammin' in New York

Cattle group to back felony animal cruelty law