OPINION: Answering the critics

There is a coordinated statewide effort to destroy the Idaho Conservative Grassroots Movement from the inside and turn Idaho blue. A gang of Boise political consultants calling themselves “Gem State Conservatives” brag about having $2 million to accomplish this goal. In truth it’s the “Gem State Heist” because it’s nearly identical to the Rocky Mountain Heist which turned Colorado from deep red to blue. These efforts have the full support, approval and endorsement of the woke Democrat party.

Local American Legions sending 11 young men to Boys State

In true and humble statesmanly fashion, Theodore Roosevelt Jr. refused to take the glory for creating the American Legion. “No one man can claim to be the founder of The American Legion," he once said, according to legion.org, the American Legion's website.

‘Idaho Gives’ to local nonprofits

Idaho Gives kicks off in Coeur d’Alene

HUCKLEBERRIES: Hydromania ran out of gas in North Idaho

Indulge in these gems from community's past

MY TURN: 'Shut up?' No, step up and lead

Kootenai County voters can now choose best path forward

OPINION: Is this the Republican Party we want in Kootenai County?

Bottom of May primary ballot should be top of mind

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.

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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.

POLICE: Thanks for being here

Dear Coeur d’Alene Police, It’s us again, Children’s Village. Dispatch said we need you, again. I know what you’re thinking that it’s annoying. We completely agree but thank you for showing up again.

Community Water Dance at 10 a.m. Saturday in Post Falls

A free Community Water Dance performance will be from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday at the grand pavilion in Q'emiln Park, 12201 W. Parkway Drive, Post Falls.

OPINION: We must do more to protect workers' lives

Sunday was a key date dedicated to American workers

North Idaho band Buffalo Speedway drops new EP

North Idaho-based band Buffalo Speedway released a new EP, "Our Versions, Vol. 1" across all major streaming platforms April 16.

OPINION: How to tell who's a real conservative

See who most closely follows state, federal constitutions

MY TURN: How does Brent Regan vote?

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

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.

MY TURN: Waking up to a gaslit world

Being aware shouldn't be a bad thing

'We know God's got this'

Church members, leaders hold to faith following pastor's death

People shared praise for Jacobs, but also sorrow, after learning of his death on Tuesday.

Pinehurst Police: Pastor died of self-inflicted gunshot wound

Gene Jacobs, 59, left his home about 5:30 a.m. and was scheduled to attend a meeting at Real Life Ministries Silver Valley that morning, but never arrived. Jacobs had been the church's lead pastor for more than 15 years