PREP ROUNDUP: Timberlake edges Bonners in pitchers' duel in district opener

“These two have done it for the better part of four years,” Johnson said. “When you have those two guys on the mound, runs are going to be at a premium. And you have to score when you get guys on base.”

5A REGION 1 BASEBALL: At their best right now ... Lake City heads into state on a roll after knocking off Coeur d'Alene for second straight regional title

“Right now, I think we’re playing our best baseball right now,” said Criswell, who coached Lake City to a runner-up finish in last year’s tournament. “Even though we’ve got injury on top of injury, or we’ve got guys not playing or four or five starters out, we’re putting guys in positions and they’re playing well. I think we stack up pretty well with everyone down south. We’ve got some pitchers and if we can play defense, we can match up pretty well. I’m excited.”

Coeur d'Alene man joins brothers on Honor Flight to Washington DC

After years of watching other veterans experience Honor Flights from the Inland Northwest to be celebrated for their service, it was finally Joe Deacon’s turn. He was able to join his brothers, Tom and Bill Deacon on the trip to Washington D.C. as they were honored for serving in the military during the Vietnam War.

Kootenai County veterans services highlighted at town hall

Thousands of veterans call North Idaho home.

Open for season: Athol Farmers Market

Farmstand goods, fresh produce, and more available Fridays in city park

After a light sprinkle and slight threat of rain, the clouds dissipated and the sun shined on opening day of the Athol Farmers Market.

Coeur d'Alene Tribe swears in newly elected officials

Chief Allan re-elected to serve as chairman

The Coeur d’Alene Tribe Tribal Council election was held on Saturday at the Tribal Headquarters in Plummer.

OPINION: Desperate rhetoric from Idaho's faux Republicans

They sense losing stranglehold on power

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — A celebration of Oregon's vibrant wine scene

As the month of May ushers in warmer weather and longer days, wine lovers across the state have something extra special to toast — Oregon Wine Month. This annual celebration shines a spotlight on the exceptional wines produced in the region, inviting enthusiasts and curious newcomers alike to explore the rich diversity and world-class quality that Oregon's wine industry has to offer.

OPINION: Voting as a Democrat is both simple and powerful

Caucus is May 23 at Kootenai County Fairgrounds

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Auto-immune insights

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Bold-face mention for Miss Nancy

My dear friend and former newspaper columnist, Nancy Harlocker of Dalton Gardens, left this world May 1 after 92 memorable years of life.

Avista eyes storm blackouts

Say it could help prevent fires

In Idaho, Avista serves about 140,000 electric and 90,000 natural gas customers.

EDITORIAL: Ladies, have fun while helping others

There's no better time to join 3Cs than right now.

MY TURN: It’s Preservation Month — and it couldn’t be more timely

Stay engaged on local historic preservation needs.

Better safe than sorry

Know your frost dates

If you have gardened in our region for any length of time, you’re probably familiar with two old adages about when you can safely plant your warm-season vegetables and flowers.

KCRCC: Rating proof is in the pudding

Ms. Schad did a sincere job explaining the rating and vetting process followed by the Kootenai County Republican Central Committee to decide the candidates who will receive the group’s endorsements and blessings.

REGAN: A testament to need for change

The Press has gifted Brent Regan with a weekly column. Rather than using this privilege to benefit our community with trustworthy and valuable information, he uses it for benefiting himself, trying to bully us into submission and denigrating the people who have made advantageous contributions to our community and the Republican Party.

KROC: Wouldn’t be here without these leaders

On May 11, 2009, The Kroc Center in Coeur d’Alene opened its doors to the community. However, its beginnings date back to 2004 when Sue Thilo and former Mayor Sandi Bloem joined the Idaho Kroc Initiative Task Force under the direction of former Idaho First Lady Patricia Kempthorne.

NEWS: Garbage in, garbage out

As a lifelong resident of Coeur d’Alene, I think I speak for many when I say, I wish I could flip back the calendar a decade or two. A time when people held doors for each other, visited in line at the DMV and made their kids mow the lawn. We held our politics closer to our heart and managed family dinners where we had differences of opinion. I could go on and on.

CDAPD: They’re friends in deed

I want to say “thank you” to our police department. I had called them regarding our neighbor behind us.