OUR GEM: Protecting our greatest resource

Annually, Panhandle Health District issues more septic permits than any other health district in Idaho (approximately 25% of total permits and 33% of complex permits issued statewide), with approximately 1,500 new systems installed in 2022.

Op-Ed: The Idaho Freedom Foundation is a threat to the future of the Gem State

Senator Chuck Winder had it right when he recently said the so-called Idaho Freedom Foundation (IFF) was “one of the biggest threats we have to our democracy in our state.”

Our Gem: Coeur d’Alene’s Water Consumption and Conservation

The City of Coeur d’Alene Water Department provides potable water to over 50,000 customers in and around the city. The public water system was originally constructed and owned by a private water company known as Idaho Water.

Coeur d’Alene Lake Management, moving forward

The health of Coeur d’Alene Lake and its trajectory have received a lot of attention over the last few years.

GROSS: Your words matter

Regarding Sandra White’s use of the word “gross.”

Northwest Notes August 1, 2010

Gems wins state AA Legion title

The coldest and mildest winters since 1895 in Coeur d'Alene

Weather Gems

Last week in 'Gems,' we featured the all-time Coeur d'Alene monthly snowfall records for the past 117 years dating back to 1895. Each season ends officially on June 30.

El Niño and snow in the Idaho Panhandle

Many people observed the lack of snow at our beloved ski resorts around the Idaho Panhandle this past fall to early winter and asked, “Where is the snow?” Some might suggest it’s the result of El Niño, but what does that mean? This article describes what El Niño is, weather conditions it often produces, and the effects El Niño may have on our snowpack.

OUR GEM: Exploring a ‘no damage’ philosophy to Cattle Ranching in the Coeur d’Alene Basin

Alongside the North Fork of the Coeur d’Alene River sits Castlerock Ranch.

Miss Gem Stampede 2017 to be selected Oct. 15

The Miss Gem Stampede Pageant will take place Saturday, Oct. 15, at the Kootenai County Fairgrounds.

What is the Basin Environmental Improvement Project Commission?

In 1983, the United States Environmental Protection Agency listed the Bunker Hill Mining and Metallurgical Complex in Northern Idaho as a Superfund site due to the high level of heavy metals that had been released into the environment by mining operations.

Leading Idaho for Coeur d'Alene Lake

Beginning in 2021, Idaho Governor Brad Little began allocating funds for projects that reduce phosphorus loading to Coeur d’Alene Lake under the Leading Idaho Initiative. Since then, a total of $33 million has been allocated for this purpose.

OUR GEM: Managing stormwater

For the sake of the lake’s health, the city of Coeur d’Alene has been working to reduce the amount of untreated stormwater runoff that enters Coeur d’Alene Lake and the Spokane River. Stormwater runoff in the southeastern area of the city is collected and conveyed through pipes to thirteen outfalls along Coeur d’Alene Lake and the Spokane River.

Citizen Coordinating Council

What does citizen engagement mean?

Fall leaves: Putting nutrients in their place

The vibrant colors of fall leaves are a beauty to behold every year in our region. The stunning display marks the end of summer and transition into winter. The leaves of fall provide more than just aesthetics, however.

Our Gem: Ho Ho How to dispose of hazardous waste

When making room for new holiday purchases, be sure to dispose of your waste properly

OPINION: Party on — Gem State heist

Last week I wrote about the need for political parties because they bring stability to our Republican form of government and how that stability is under threat from the Uniparty.

Gas surge may be slowing

Prices as high as $2.75 for a gallon of unleaded in Kootenai County

Gas surge may be slowing

Idaho gas prices inch up

Some stations in the Coeur d'Alene area were under $3 a gallon on Monday, but most were in the $3.05 to $3.10 range.

CLASS AA STATE LEGION TOURNAMENT: Out at home

Lumbermen fall to Boise Gems; finish season 30-22

COEUR d'ALENE - The Boise Gems lost an extra innings heartbreaker Tuesday to Twin Falls.