JENNIFER PASSARO
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LITTLE RELIEF for GRIEF
Pandemic has changed funeral service rules
‘Connecting and reaffirming’
Car procession honors life of Tammy Bray
Did you miss the sheriff's forum? Watch it here
Only one hundred people were able to log into a virtual Kootenai County sheriff candidate forum Thursday night.
The Great Lake Debate: Shoreline concerns among threats to Lake Cd’A’s health
Shoreline concerns among threats to Lake Cd’A
Digital forum will feature sheriff candidates
A bright, civic-minded teenager and Innovation Collective will co-host a digital Kootenai County sheriff candidate forum tonight at 6.
Innovation Collective: Medicine for struggling, sick world
Cd’A-based organization offers virtual ways to keep humans connected
Pandemic affects pets — as patients, not carriers
Veterinarians throughout the country have reduced animal care services to preserve personal protective equipment for human health hospitals.
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Veterinarians throughout the country have reduced animal care services to preserve personal protective equipment for human health hospitals.
Starting Monday, Kootenai County closing doors to public
Work continues on wake-zone debate
Dementia patients cut off in midst of COVID-19 crisis
For most dementia patients, physical and emotive communication becomes increasingly important as the disease progresses.
Health care providers may need more support
Health care providers carry a lot on their shoulders.
Among the advocates for re-entry centers: Prisoners themselves
When the cell door closed behind Rolando Ibarra Jr. at a jail in southern Idaho, he had a bone-deep feeling that he was a screw-up.
Doctor: more info, testing needed to combat coronavirus
Vaccines not the answer, Mills tells commissioners
Rathdrum affirms emergency declaration
The Rathdrum City Council affirmed an emergency declaration for the city of Rathdrum Thursday evening.
St. Vincent’s thrift stores could close
The fuel that runs the service engine of St. Vincent de Paul could close early next week.
Schweitzer, Silver shutter for the season
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Banks, credit unions warn against big cash withdrawals
As the COVID-19 virus outbreak spreads throughout the country, credit unions and banks have noticed increased cash withdrawals, sometimes in large sums.
Banks urge customers not to withdraw large amounts of cash
As the COVID-19 virus outbreak spreads throughout the county, credit unions and banks have seen increasing numbers of cash withdrawals, sometimes in large sums.
Governor urges caregivers to take extra precautions
Gov. Brad Little said Tuesday that caretakers for people vulnerable to severe illness from the COVID-19 virus need to hold themselves to the same standards recommended for at-risk populations.
County extends emergency declaration
The Kootenai County Office of Emergency Management, activated by the Kootenai County Board of Commissioners Chairman Chris Fillios on Sunday, was extended indefinitely and unanimously by the board Tuesday.
Governor urges caretakers to take extra precautions
Governor Brad Little said Tuesday that caretakers for people vulnerable to severe illness from the COVID-19 virus need to hold themselves to the same standards recommended for at-risk populations.
Kootenai County Extends Emergency Declaration Indefinitely
The Kootenai County Office of Emergency Management, activated by the Kootenai County Board of Commissioners’ Chairman Chris Fillios on Sunday, was extended indefinitely and unanimously by the board Tuesday morning.
‘Remain calm’
Local health officials recommend avoiding groups of 10 or more
Ziply Fiber acquiring Frontier in region
HAYDEN — Improved internet service is coming to North Idaho.
Property tax reduction deadline nears
Complying with precautions from the COVID-19 virus, Kootenai County residents eligible for property tax assistance through Idaho’s Circuit Breaker and VA programs may mail in their information prior to 5 p.m. April 15.
The Great Lake Debate
Shoreline concerns among threats to Lake Cd’A
Advisory vote carries extra cost
An additional advisory vote on the May 19 ballot could push the ballot to two pages, doubling the cost of the election for Kootenai County residents, county officials say.
DMV alert: Slower times dead ahead
Customers at the Kootenai County Department of Motor Vehicles licensing and registration office should prepare for longer wait times later this month.
Re-entry facility heads for advisory vote
Commissioner Bill Brooks: Let’s hear from the people
‘Does anyone know Alice Paul?’
Alice Paul is not a household name in America.
County eyes ‘restrictive solutions’
Some calling for boats to slow down in Honeysuckle Bay
County preparing for possible re-entry center
Kootenai County’s Planning and Zoning Commission will meet March 12 to begin drafting an amendment to the county’s land use code, which will specifically address community re-entry centers.
A taxing conversation
Post Falls officials offer suggestions to combat rising property taxes
‘Emerge’ far more than a typical art gallery
Founder created place where artists could uncover their true talents
County moves forward with general URD advisory vote
An advisory vote to gauge public opinion of urban renewal districts will be on the May 19 primary ballot.
Property tax primer today in Post Falls
Post Falls will host a free property tax workshop this evening at 5 in the basement conference room at City Hall.
Parkway Place could take stab at affordable housing backlog
POST FALLS — A little help on the affordable housing front might be on the way.
SPRING TEASE
Glorious sun, 60-degree temperatureshelp North Idahoans thaw out
Bigger, better buoys ready for the river
Boaters will have a hard time ignoring the new buoys on the Spokane River this summer.
County: No vote on corridor
But citizens will be asked if they want URD advisory votes
Builders provide workforce housing in Post Falls ‘opportunity zone’
A father-and-son business team in Post Falls made use of the city’s recently designated “opportunity zone” to create affordable workforce housing.
Senate candidate’s platform is anything but typical
Editor’s note: Paulette Jordan sat down with The Press after the Feb. 15 “Day of Unity” event at the Coeur d’Alene Public Library, answering questions about her campaign for U.S. Senate and life in general.
SENATE CANDIDATE’S PLATFORM IS ANYTHING BUT TYPICAL
One recent morning, Paulette Jordan prayed with her family on the Coeur d’Alene Reservation, gathering her strength after learning her application for candidacy for the United States Senate had been approved by the Federal Election Commission. Her uncle reminded her of the foundation of government.
Building for the future
County needs space, but that’s about where agreement ends
Rathdrum rising
Area’s economic future is on solid ground and growth is coming, says speaker, but challenges remain
Post Falls takes step toward central core URD
POST FALLS — An urban renewal district to establish a central core region of Post Falls took its first steps forward Tuesday night.
Conservatory supporters stringing together plan to acquire Romer building
Sunlight poured through the Romer house picture windows, catching the strings on Maria Dance Clayton’s violin as she warmed up with a little Bach. The light seemed to dance on the orange walls of the old dining room.
Athol woman cooks up anti-trafficking recipe
From her home in Athol, Kathy Jenkins aims to stamp out human trafficking from Malawi to Spokane.
‘Day of Unity’ event celebrates new NAACP chapter
‘Day of Unity’ event celebrates new NAACP chapter
Bridal tour hitches up in Post Falls today
Lisa Seher named every wedding gown in her shop. She called for them joyfully across the sparkling Cloud Nine Bridal boutique she runs with her daughter, Kaitlyn Seher.