OPINION: Do not be intimidated by racists

Yelling racial slurs and profanity at others is unacceptable and must be loudly and clearly condemned.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — What do you say? Let’s talk rosé!

It may seem counterintuitive to be discussing rosé wines when we're still dealing with the sporadic April snow showers and cold weather here in Idaho. However, rosé is a versatile, food-friendly wine that deserves to be appreciated in every season. While it makes a refreshing warm weather sipper, rosé can also provide a delightful contrast to hearty meals during the colder months. So, let's celebrate the appeal of these pink-hued wines, no matter what Mother Nature has in store.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Natural approaches to prostate health

Prostate health is very important to the general health of men, and prostate disease is on the rise. The three main prostate diseases are prostate cancer, benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and prostatitis. Since prostate cancer is a topic of its own, I’m only going to address BPH and prostatitis.

Public invited to give feedback on education standards

Comments will be welcome through April 20

The Idaho Department of Education is encouraging the public to review and comment on drafts of changes made to the Idaho Content Standards alignment for arts, humanities, computer science/educational technology, driver education, social studies and world language.

ELECTION: Resist RINO invasion

Are you frustrated daily at what is happening in D.C.? Do you shake your head daily at Republicans voting against the American people constantly to appease big donors, special interests and lobbyists?

LAKELAND: Grieving over book removal

I was saddened to see the article (April 6) about a book being pulled at Lakeland Middle School.

ABUSE: Stand firmly against it in all forms

First and foremost, I offer my heartfelt and sincere disappointment to the University of Utah Utes team, its cheer team, and its band, along with the two other NCAA teams who found housing in Coeur d’Alene while participating in the Women’s NCAA March Madness competition.

Michigan school shooter's parents sentenced to at least 10 years in prison

They were found guilty of involuntary manslaughter after prosecutors presented evidence of an unsecured gun at home and indifference toward the teen’s mental health

Person comes forward to claim $1.3 billion Powerball jackpot in Oregon

Oregon Lottery is working with the person in a process that involves security measures and vetting that will take time before a winner is announced.

PREP ROUNDUP: Genesis Prep teams up to win Mullan golf tourney

“People look forward to our tournament because it’s different,” Mullan golf coach Paul Elston said. “We moved the girls tees way up on the back nine on some holes.”

Feds: Man allegedly planned to attack local churches

Cd’A man tried to provide support, resources to ISIS

Authorities arrested an 18-year-old Coeur d’Alene man who had allegedly “pledged his allegiance to ISIS” and planned to attack people at local churches using guns, knives and fire, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office.

'Find the bad guy'

New deputies sworn in

Kootenai County Sheriff Bob Norris smiled Monday morning as he looked out at a crowd of new deputies and their families.

'That was our legacy'

Silver Valley student artwork selected for U of I exhibition

Accolades of two varieties are in order for Silver Valley art students. In last month’s 2024 High School Art Exhibition of the Silver Valley, the theme of student artwork centered around the theme of “Inheritance.” Students created their own artist statements and in total, work by 63 artists from Kellogg and Wallace was on display for weeks at the Tin Snug in Wallace.

'We’re glad to have it for our patients'

New MRI for Shoshone Medical Center

Shoshone Medical Center recently acquired a new MRI machine, a Canon Orion.

Sholeh: Who knew? Liberal, conservative brains different

Research shows strengths and weaknesses of both

Silver Valley Sports Recap: April 1-7

Kellogg baseball and softball notch wins; Brodie Robinson medals at Mirror Lake; Spring postponements; and HOF winners.

Gas still going up

Blame falls on crude oil costs, spring switch to summer-blend fuel

Meanwhile, the national average currently sits at $3.60 per gallon

Legals for April, 9 2024

Vatican blasts gender-affirming surgery, surrogacy and gender theory as violations of human dignity

The Vatican’s doctrine office issued “Infinite Dignity,” a 20-page declaration that has been in the works for five years.

An engine cover on a Southwest Airlines plane rips off, forcing the flight to return to Denver

The Boeing 737 landed safely, and the passengers headed to Houston were being put onto another aircraft, Southwest Airlines said in a statement.