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Initiative to end abortion ban qualifies for ballot

The proposed initiative would legalize abortion until fetal viability or in cases of emergency — essentially re-establishing the abortion rights Idahoans had before the U.S. Supreme Court overturned the Roe v. Wade decision four years ago. The initiative would also enumerate rights related to reproductive health, such as protections for …

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Craigie to perform in Sandpoint Friday

John Craigie will perform at Sandpoint’s Panida Theater on July 17 with opening act Bart Budwig.

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Recreation zone change in Hope to come before county commission

A zoning change that would reclassify 15.6 acres on the Hope Peninsula on Lake Pend Oreille as a recreation area …

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Pancakes with a purpose: SOFD breakfast supports volunteer firefighters

The Sam Owen Fire District will host its 24th annual pancake breakfast fundraiser event this Saturday. The money raised will …

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Resources increase on Upper Smith Fire

The Upper Smith Fire has burned approximately 567 acres in northern Boundary County, prompting a full suppression response from firefighters, …

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School board approves LPOHS relocation

The Lake Pend Oreille School Board voted to approve the relocation of the Lake Pend Orielle High School from its …

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Turner Hill Fire prompts evacuations

A fast-moving wildfire north of Bonners Ferry prompted evacuation orders Wednesday night as strong winds drove active fire behavior.

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Medical cannabis initiative fails to qualify for Idaho’s general election ballot

A contractor working for the medical cannabis initiative arrived with nearly 900 signatures minutes after the local elections office in …

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Chamber honors winery as July's top business

Pend d’Oreille Winery earned the Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce’s July Business of the Month honor for its community involvement, …

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Launch navigates budget cuts — and begins to collect data on student outcomes

Idaho Launch is expected to fund eligible students despite a $10 million budget cut.

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Bicentennial quilt to go on display

A 1976 bicentennial quilt highlighting Bonner County's history, culture and landmarks will be featured during a History Exchange event before …

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Vaccine skeptic Dr. Ryan Cole to stay on board of Idaho’s largest public health district

In votes of three of the four counties in Central District Health, enough commissioners voted to reappoint Cole for his …

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Priest Lake Memory Gardens celebrating 10th anniversary

Priest Lake Memory Gardens will mark its 10th anniversary July 25 with a public open house featuring memorial displays, garden …

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Program to explore longevity's secrets

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Community invited to discover region's hidden gardens

The community is invited to the second annual Progressive Garden Tour featuring some of the region’s most inspirational private gardens …

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Ponderay seeking Neighbor Day sponsors, vendors

Ponderay is seeking sponsors and vendors for its 10th annual Neighbor Day celebration featuring live music, food vendors, family activities …

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Crews battling Upper Smith Fire

Fire managers provided residents with an update on the Upper Smith Fire, which has grown to 449 acres in northern …

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Northwest Notes July 14, 2026

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