Pay on Death and Transfer on Death options are an important part of your estate planning

Bank accounts and brokerage or investment accounts may be the most overlooked part of most people’s estate planning. There are some simple ways you can be sure your accounts will go where you intend upon your death, but your decisions need to be coordinated with your overall estate plan. Let’s take a look.

James 'Jim' Anthony Foley, 88

James Anthony Foley, 88, of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho passed away on April 23, 2024. Jim, the oldest of thirteen children,

OPINION: How to tell who's a real conservative

See who most closely follows state, federal constitutions

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — What’s causing my pain?

Debilitating chronic pain is on the increase and if you do not know why you are in pain then it is difficult to know what to do or how to cope. At Natural Spine Solutions, we treat people with chronic pain every day and Dr. Fichter focuses on the underlying cause of the pain. When working with patients that have chronic pain, it is not always straightforward and can be a time consuming process to determine the main factors contributing to the issue. These underlying factors can include emotional, physical, and chemical trauma. It may be surprising to find out that one of the following triggers may be affecting your chronic pain.

Howard Fredrick Sevdy, 85

Howard F. Sevdy of Hayden, Idaho, beloved brother, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully on April 13, 2024, at the age of 85.

Barbara Jean McLean, 88

Barbara Jean McLean, born in Sioux Falls, SD on March 14, 1936, passed away peacefully on April 24, 2024. Barbara was a beloved member of her community, known for her unwavering dedication and compassionate spirit.

Here's to the merry month of May!

I love my birthday month of May, which I celebrate all month long with a hundred or so Main Street Birthday friends, starting with May Day, the Kentucky Derby, Cinco de Mayo, Mother’s Day, then Memorial Day. I can stretch out a celebration like nobody’s business.

Coeur d'Alene scam reports top 100

Most common is that someone owes money, must pay it now

Losses from scams reported by Americans over the age of 60 last year were up 11% over the year before, according to the FBI's report.

DARAKJY: For GOP central committee

Vote for Damon Darakjy, Precinct 522 Committeeman! With 30 years of military experience, work under Idaho Republican governors, and as a student body vice president at the University of Idaho, Damon Darakjy is the ideal candidate. He is known for his leadership, honesty, and integrity.

Legals for May, 1 2024

Rathdrum man gets prison for vehicular manslaughter

Man pleads guilty to causing fatal crash.

Scammers stole more than $3.4 billion from older Americans last year, an FBI report says

The FBI received more than 100,000 complaints by victims of scams over the age of 60 last year, with nearly 6,000 people losing more than $100,000

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.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Seahawks addressed many needs in draft — except that one

Bottom line: The Seahawks can feel good about this draft. Just swell, in fact.

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.

‘Idaho Gives’ to local nonprofits

Idaho Gives kicks off in Coeur d’Alene

VETERANS PRESS: North Idaho Resource Directory

A list of the veteran service offices in North Idaho.

VETERANS PRESS: The invaluable impact of volunteering to support military veterans

Volunteering to aid military veterans isn't just an act of kindness; it's a profound demonstration of gratitude and solidarity. These individuals have dedicated their lives to serving their country, often facing unimaginable challenges and sacrifices in the process. As they transition back to civilian life, they may encounter various hurdles, from physical injuries to psychological trauma and the daunting task of reintegrating into society.

VETERANS PRESS: Welcome to women veterans health care

We're glad you are here! Use this site to find the available health services and resources you have earned as a woman veteran.

VETERANS PRESS: The average American volunteer

The average American volunteers about 48 hours per year (4 hours/month) to charitable causes.