PREP ROUNDUP: Bracing for the run ahead

Top athletes in District 1 compete in annual All-Star meet at Post Falls High.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Name this column, the M's shuttlin' trio, and the 'We back' Zags

Last week, though, a reader wrote to say she wondered if this notes column had a name. Something besides the overall “Cheap Seats,” she suggested — a more specific title to reflect that this was a unique type of column.

Music and ministry

Christian artist will perform at House of Faith Wesleyan Church

Christian recording artist Luke Yates will be live in concert at 6 p.m. May 18 at the House of Faith Wesleyan Church, 1103 N. Third St., Coeur d'Alene. The concert is free and open to the public.

SAFETY: Stop these illegal turns

I am writing this letter for the benefit of the entire community. For about 15 years now the people running the Lakes Highway District have ignored the welfare of the public by bowing to political pressure from businesses such as Del Taco, Starbucks, Verizon and Kohl’s regarding illegal left-hand turns into their parking lot.

JACC seeking artists for upcoming 'Art Uplifts' show

Deadline to submit May 20; exhibit opens June 8

The Jacklin Arts and Cultural Center is inviting artists to share their artistic expressions of hope and healing in the upcoming "Art Uplifts" exhibit.

The Petersen Dog Races: Realtor’s idea brightens the dog days of winter

With the pathway clear, Peterson made a call for entries for the race. It was open for Coeur d’Alene’s school-age kids and dogs of all breeds.

Legals for May, 3 2024

OPINION: Don’t confuse more with adequate: Idaho schools remain underfunded

When we shortchange our children, we shortchange our future. Inadequate school investment means we can’t retain qualified teachers, offer specialized courses like career technical training, serve students Monday through Friday, and much more.

PREP ROUNDUP: Post Falls counted out after home win

Post Falls (10-9, 7-9 IEL) is scheduled to play Lake City in the conclusion of a suspended game today at 4 p.m. in Post Falls. Lake City has the bases loaded with one out leading 5-4 in the top of the sixth inning.

Northwest Notes: May 2, 2024

Annual District 1 All-Star track and field meet today at Post Falls High and an update on NIC men's and women's golf coach Russell Grove's attempt to qualify for PGA Championship.

AT COLLEGE: Thursday, May 2, 2024

Updates on area athletes at the next level.

Bowling scores: May 2, 2024

Scores from area leagues.

Legals for May, 2 2024

Spokane man gets prison for bloody attack in Coeur d’Alene

The crime occurred at a Coeur d'Alene motel.

Federal Reserve says interest rates will stay at two-decade high until inflation further cools

The Fed’s more cautious outlook stems from three months of data that pointed to stubborn inflation pressures and robust consumer spending

YOUTH SPORTS: May 1, 2024

Scores, news, results from local youth sports teams, leagues, etc.

‘A lifetime of memories’

Thousands remember fallen Ada County Deputy Tobin Bolter

The 27-year-old was fatally shot following a traffic stop April 20 on the Boise Bench

Northwest Notes May 1, 2024

North Idaho College men’s and women’s golf coach Russell Grove shot a 6-over-par 78 in the third round and slipped into a tie for 33rd at 4-over-par 220 at the 2024 PGA Professional Championship at Fields Ranch at PGA Frisco.

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.

OWL CAFE: Don’t erase local history

This letter is in regard to Ron Dayton’s letter to The Press about demolishing the Owl Café.