A massive Powerball win draws attention to a little-known immigrant culture in the US

The 46-year-old immigrant's luck in winning an enormous Powerball jackpot in Oregon earlier this month — a lump sum payment of $422 million after taxes, which he and his wife will split with a friend — has changed his life.

Silver Valley Sports Recap: April 22-28

Busy week for area teams with postseason right around the corner.

Board, committee review draft plan for potential four-day week at Kellogg School District

District may be just a few weeks away from approving a pilot four-day week.

Thomas Eugene Wise, 70

Thomas Eugene Wise, of Hayden, Idaho, beloved husband, dad and papa, passed away on April 19, 2024 at the age of 70.

Sandra Dixon, 60

It is with deep sorrow that the Dixon family announces the death of their beloved mother, Mrs. Sandra Davis Dixon, 60.

Legals for April, 30 2024

Preservation month events in Coeur d'Alene slated in May

Efforts rise to protect Coeur d’Alene’s historic buildings, character and heritage.

Locally, a variety of events are planned throughout the month, and all members of the greater Coeur d’Alene community are invited to participate.

The 2024 tornado season is a little different

The 2024 tornado season has been relatively active, but not in the typical locations in the early spring season. According to an article from The Weather Channel, most of the tornadoes have been seen across the U.S., rather than the southern states.

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Vandals: The receivers, the portal, the locals

“I’m not going to sleep really good until May 1 is done, because then we’re out of the woods and we know who we have for next year,” Eck added. “But I think we have a great thing going; obviously everyone has their own options now. We have to make sure they know we have a great thing going and they’re a big part of it. But we’ll see.”

PREP SOFTBALL: Lake City sweeps Lakeland, pulls even with Coeur d’Alene, Lewiston for IEL lead

The 5A Region 1 tournament begins May 7 at the home of the No. 1 seed.

PREP BASEBALL: Coeur d'Alene takes two, gives itself a shot at IEL title

Coeur d’Alene (14-7, 11-5 IEL), by way of a 5-4 and 10-2 sweep of Lewiston at Church Field, trails league-leading Lake City (14-5, 11-4) by a half game, with the teams scheduled for a doubleheader on Tuesday at Lake City High.

Idaho open primary initiative in final stretch

Supporters of a ballot initiative that would open Idaho’s primary elections to all voters are making a final push to gather signatures before the May 1 deadline.

Thairapy opens in Hayden

Specializing in hand-tied extensions and individuals' customized hair, Thairapy is open at 9041 N. Hess St. in Hayden.

Ronald W. Halliday, 85

Ron Halliday met his Lord & Savior on April 21, 2024. Ron was born on December 18, 1938, to Warrick and Mary Halliday of Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.

Michael James Carraher, 77

Dr. Michael James Carraher, a longtime local physician, passed away Thursday morning, April 18, 2024.

PLASS: Does not rhyme with class

I have been hesitant to write this letter, but I believe it is important for the citizens of Kootenai County to hear my story about the Community Library Network. Last year in July, a friend of mine posted on a popular website that she had seen Trustees Plass, Ottosen and Hanley meeting at a local coffee shop. This raised suspicion as it would violate Idaho Open Meeting Laws.

Idaho spring football game: Johnson displays an 'edge'

Former Lake City star totals 2.5 sacks as redshirt freshman pushes for playing time

Idaho opens its season Aug. 31 at Oregon.

THE FRONT ROW with JASON ELLIOTT: This bumpy road we just love to take

If we’ve learned anything from the month of April when it comes to the Inland Empire League baseball schedule, it’s this. Buckle up.

PREP ROUNDUP: Seniors have a day for Timberlake

Results from Friday's prep baseball, softball and track and field matchups.

Northwest Notes: April 27, 2024

Washington State will host its annual Crimson and Gray Game, presented by BECU today at 3 p.m. in Gesa Field.