MY TURN: Vote with prairie, aquifer in mind

Without natural resource protection, our paradise is lost.

Avista reports $71M in net income

The company's revenue for the quarter rose to $594 million from $460 million last year, an increase of nearly 30%.

HOUSING: Inflation blames goes to Joe

A lot has been said about how we can get affordable housing which of course would tie into affordable rentals. It’s certainly a fine and noble endeavor. The American dream has always been to own our own homes, raise our families in safe neighborhoods, barbecue in our backyards with relatives and friends — a place to call our own after a hard day’s work.

SHERIFF: Norris doing superb job

Sheriff Norris has done so much for our community. It saddens me that people overlook the many achievements he has done during his tenure.

OPINION: Are you a North Idaho Republican?

Here's what North Idaho Republicans believe.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Uncork the benefits of a wine club membership

For wine lovers, few things are as exciting as discovering a new favorite bottle or region. However, navigating the vast world of wine can be intimidating, with thousands of labels and appellations to choose from. This is where joining a wine club can be a game-changer, offering a curated selection of bottles tailored to your palate.

MASTERSON: Deep roots in community

Yes the competition for Dist. 1 commissioner is keen this year. But there is one shining star in that race and that is Bat Masterson.

BORAH: Not just a matter of numbers

I have four kids in the Coeur d’Alene School District. Two of them are at Borah Elementary, the school on the chopping block. We are deeply saddened that the school might close. This would be a huge loss to the students and our community.

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.

Montana man gets federal prison for fentanyl trafficking in Coeur d’Alene

A Montana man who was caught in Coeur d’Alene with more than 216 grams of fentanyl pills will spend two years in federal prison, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office District of Idaho.

Study shows economic impact of Kootenai County Fairgrounds

Says it generated $30 million in economic output, supported 260 jobs

According to an economic impact report prepared by Crossroads Consulting, the fairgrounds attracted more than 288,600 visits in 2022, generated $30 million in total economic output, supported 260 jobs, and contributed $9.7 million in labor income.

OPINION: We must do more to protect workers' lives

Sunday was a key date dedicated to American workers

OPINION: How to tell who's a real conservative

See who most closely follows state, federal constitutions

Twin homes could boost worker housing

A look at Zoning Ordinances to aid in local worker housing - Twin Homes vs. Duplexes

Boulder Beach expansion underway

Silverwood's 36th season opens this weekend

The theme park is developing 3.86 acres.

North Idaho College attorney bills approach $100K

Since his hiring last August, North Idaho College attorney Colton Boyles has billed NIC more than $98,000.

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.

Tina Marie VanDenBerg, 60

Tina Marie VanDenBerg, a beloved daughter, mother, grandmother, sister and friend to many, passed away on March 23, 2024, at the Schneidmiller House in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.

Little touts support for education during legislative session

Governor holds press conference at KTEC

It wasn't without some pain and teeth gnashing, but Gov. Brad Little is feeling good about how the 2024 legislative session adjourned sine die April 10. “I’m proud to say that this year, what I proposed to the Idaho Legislature, literally we got about 99% of what we wanted done,” Little said Wednesday afternoon.

OPINION: A pig's tale, revisited

Orwell's porkers, KCRCC bear some resemblance