HAILEY HILL
Staff Writer
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22 million acres of Idaho public land could be sold under new proposal
Idaho Sens. Risch, Crapo state opposition
Nearly twenty-two million acres of Idaho’s public lands could be put up for sale to private interests under a portion of legislation included in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.
For the love of dogs
Denver, a five-year-old Tibetan Mastiff, lives a good life.

Five Guys, EyeMart Express to anchor new Heritage Square in Coeur d'Alene
Five Guys and EyeMart Express will anchor the new retail center called Heritage Square at the intersection of US-95 and Wilbur Avenue.
'This is the Idaho we want to be'
More than 50 people gather for Freedom Walk in downtown Coeur d'Alene
As a group of more than 50 people made their way from St. Luke’s Episcopal Church to Independence Point Thursday night, their message was conveyed in song.

'Girls Just Wanna Have Guns' coming to Coeur d'Alene
It’s not uncommon for north Idaho women to have guns in their home — but many lack the skills needed to use one effectively in a self-defense situation. Adelina Mae is looking to change that.
Gem State Water customers may see rate hikes
Gem State says increases necessary to maintain, improve systems
Gem State Water customers may soon be paying more for their water.
KEC's 'Operation Round Up' donates $2,500 to CDAPD bike safety program
The Coeur d’Alene Police Department will continue to educate area elementary schoolers through their bike safety program after receiving a $2,500 donation from Kootenai Electric Cooperative’s Operation Round Up on Wednesday.

Best Western Plus Coeur d'Alene Inn wins Chairman's Award
Best Western Plus Coeur d'Alene Inn wins Chairman's Award
The Best Western Plus Coeur d'Alene Inn has received Best Western® Hotels & Resorts’ Chairman’s Award, "a prestigious honor recognizing hotels with exceptional quality assurance standards," according to a press release.

Through faith and family, local entrepreneur earns statewide recognition
The team at LNW Landscaping likes to use the phrase, “onwards and upwards, always.”

American Legion Post 149 to open pickleball court in Athol
American Legion Post 149 may be small, but bar manager Marlene Engdahl is making sure the post continues to have a big community impact.