The 2024 tornado season is a little different

The 2024 tornado season has been relatively active, but not in the typical locations in the early spring season. According to an article from The Weather Channel, most of the tornadoes have been seen across the U.S., rather than the southern states.

PREP ROUNDUP: Seniors have a day for Timberlake

Results from Friday's prep baseball, softball and track and field matchups.

Legals for April, 30 2024

Legals for May, 1 2024

‘Idaho Gives’ to local nonprofits

Idaho Gives kicks off in Coeur d’Alene

Some urge boycott of Wyoming as rural angst over wolves clashes with cruel scenes of one in a bar

Wolves are federally protected as an endangered or threatened species in most of the U.S. but not the Northern Rockies. Wyoming, Idaho and Montana allow wolves to be hunted and trapped, after their numbers rebounded following their reintroduction to Yellowstone and central Idaho almost 30 years ago

Sandra Dixon, 60

It is with deep sorrow that the Dixon family announces the death of their beloved mother, Mrs. Sandra Davis Dixon, 60.

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.

Edith Brehm, 87

Edith Brehm’s story began May 7, 1936 in Nordenham, Germany. She was the last of seven siblings born to Hermann and Berta Roesse.

What do weight loss drugs mean for a diet industry built on eating less and exercising more?

Like the lives of the people taking them, recent injected drugs like Wegovy and its predecessor, the diabetes medication Ozempic, are reshaping the U.S. health and fitness industries

Silver Valley Cat Wranglers claw their way to stabilize Shoshone County's cat population

KELLOGG – For one night only, the Dirty Dog Saloon became the “Dirty Kitty” as the owners allowed Silver Valley Cat Wranglers to perform a bar takeover and silent auction. The Dirty Dog Saloon donated all the day's proceeds to Cat Wranglers and through additional donations, the group was able to raise about $6,000 out of its $15,000 annual budget. “It all goes to the cats,” Cat Wranglers president Rene Gilbert said.

Kellogg workshop focuses on empowering middle and high school girls

After about a 10-year hiatus, Krista Brandt is bringing back the “Anything I Wanna Be” empowerment workshop for Silver Valley girls.

Old dogs can learn to skate

While putting up with my atrocious skating (basically going in slow circles around the rink), Amy skated backwards, sprinkling in some twizzles and other skills, and chatted happily about the current state of figure skating in North Idaho

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.

Does your trust allow you to change your mind? Does it allow someone else to change your mind?

While trusts are not necessary for all my clients, many of them are interested in avoiding probate and after exploring all the options find that a trust will be the best way to do that. A common question comes up once a client decides to use a trust: should the trust be revocable or irrevocable? There is a lot of confusion out there about the difference between a revocable and an irrevocable trust. Let’s look at the differences and discover why for most people, a revocable trust is the way to go.

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Shopping close to home, and its impact on the transfer portal

“I do think when you have more of a tie to the area, I think that can increase your chances of keeping a really good player who could have gone (in the portal),” said Eck, whose Vandals play their spring football game Friday at 6 p.m. at the Kibbie Dome in Moscow.

MY TURN: How does Brent Regan vote?

He gets one vote, just like any other precinct committeeman.

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.

United Methodists repeal longstanding ban on LGBTQ clergy

A group of observers from LGBTQ advocacy groups embraced, some in tears. “Thanks be to God,” said one.

United Methodists repeal longstanding ban on LGBTQ clergy

A group of observers from LGBTQ advocacy groups embraced, some in tears. “Thanks be to God,” said one.