VACCINE: Testing patients’ patience

Trying to make a COVID vaccination appointment in North Idaho is more of a challenge than trying to buy something on eBay! Kootenai Health “released” its forthcoming available appointments at 4 p.m. Wednesday.

Century of influence

Five ways Fed's power has expanded during its 100-year history

High fashion or bait?

Fly ties now hair extensions

BOISE - For a 49-year-old manager of a fly fishing shop, Jim Bernstein spends an awful lot of time on the phone with hairdressers.

Virtual volunteers offer help to strangers amid virus stress

WINTER PARK, Fla. (AP) — Sitting cross-legged in her living room, Donna Borak rested her palm on her heart as she guided a small group of virtual participants in meditation and deep breathing. Notice where you might be holding tension, she instructed.

Jeff Bezos will blast into space on rocket's 1st crew flight

Blue Origin's debut flight with people aboard will take place on July 20

'Twas the Fortnite before blitzmas

In case you still have Christmas shopping to do, maybe I can help.

Farm allergies: Have your spine checked

We've all seen the hay being cut in the fields and the hazy days that signal copious amounts of pollen in the air. To most of us, this signals that summer is in full swing.

Party leaders refuse to budge

Raising debt ceiling means spending cuts

Deal in McAllister/Nissan lawsuit

Former Saints running back settles over dealership

Making a needed switch

While anti-depressant medications are quite effective, not all work on everyone equally well. When a medication is not working, patients should consult with their prescribing physician about either raising the dose or switching to a new medication. Research shows that if a switch in medications is needed, switching relatively early on does not worsen symptoms and may lead to slightly better results in the long run. According to one study, 70 percent of those prescribed escitalopram (Lexapro) did not respond to the drug after a month. Some non-responders were directed to continue taking the drug, while others switched to duloxetine (Cymbalta). All experienced results within four months, but the early switchers were slightly more likely to have their depression lift completely.

Isenberg's daughter charged with injury to a child

COEUR d’ALENE — The daughter of Lori Isenberg was arrested on a warrant Thursday and charged with injury to a child, a misdemeanor.

Civil case leaves feeling of undone business

Citizens should be excused if they felt a little less elation at this week’s ruling against Lori Isenberg than did key figures at the North Idaho Housing Coalition.

MY TURN: North Idaho Republicans are the real conservatives

Jessica-Levy

Now might be a good time to mention that the conservatives who care about Kootenai County are represented by the North Idaho Republicans, NOT the Kootenai County GOP (KCRCC).

VIDEO: Some Coeur d'Alene schools facing safety, learning concerns due to overcrowding

According to the Coeur d’Alene School District, Woodland Middle School’s current enrollment is 21% over its max capacity.

John Stone, 76

John passed away on December 5, 2023, in Spokane Valley, Washington, after a recent illness.

Josh Suhr is CDA Association's Realtor of the Year

Josh Suhr is CDA Association's Realtor of the Year

Interest up in homes and loans

Although home loan interest rates rose slightly last week, it appears that today's home prices still offer some of the best buys in history. According to the National Association of Home Builders today's homes are affordable to nearly 76 percent of average wage earners. But with the current level of scrutiny of prospective homeowners by lenders, ownership can be elusive.

License needed for GMRS walkie-talkies

Dear PropellerHeads: I noticed those little GMRS walkie-talkies have gotten much cheaper and was thinking about buying a set. But I saw this notice about getting a license. What's up with that?

China trade slumps as anti-virus controls close factories

BEIJING (AP) — China’s exports fell by double digits in January and February as anti-virus controls closed factories, while imports sank by a smaller margin.

PRESS CHRISTMAS FOR ALL: Mom changes life for daughter

“Amelia” struggled with substance abuse until she learned she was pregnant with her daughter — just two months before the baby was due. The idea of being a mom was new and unexpected, but Amelia was determined to prepare as best she could.