McDonald's new CEO faces onslaught of competition

Several key problems plague U.S. burger giant

NEW YORK - McDonald's new boss must feel like a freshly crowned king under siege.

Accident will not hinder transportation schedules

MINERAL COUNTY – Despite damage to the bus after a collision with a deer, the Mineral County Pioneer Club and Transportation Team bus service will not be delayed in performance of its usual routes.

Columbia Falls cyclist brings bikes to Central America

“Central America was just on my list of places I wanted to bike to,” Dave Renfrow said.

Blinken: US will aid Gaza without helping Hamas

JERUSALEM (AP) — U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken vowed Tuesday to “rally international support” to aid Gaza following a devastating war, as he began a regional tour to shore up last week’s cease-fire.

Hunter education classes required for some

Yes, we are going to discuss this again, although the topic has been featured in the last few columns.

Gorge Amphitheater shows for 2023 - so far

GEORGE - The following shows are currently scheduled at The Gorge Amphitheatre located at 754 Silica Road NW in Geirge. Prices are subject to change at the discretion of the host and do not include booking fees and other incidental charges. Some ticket prices are only valid if purchased in pairs or greater amounts. Camping is also available for some shows at an additional cost. For more information, visit www.gorgeamphitheatre.com.

Lebanese PM-designate wants reform-minded Cabinet

BEIRUT (AP) — Lebanon's prime minister-designate said Wednesday he wants to swiftly form a government of specialists committed to enacting urgent reforms in the crisis-stricken country that can regain the trust of the Lebanese and the international community.

Public hearing ahead for Town Center

The dispute is nominally over two traffic lights, but the lights are just one symptom of a bigger issue concerning the proposed Glacier Town Center mall-and-housing complex.

This business caters to the jet set

If you've been to 50 airports in your life, you've probably taxied past 50 fixed-base operations on your way to and from the passenger terminals of those airports.

Statue of Confederate Robert E. Lee taken down in Virginia

RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — A crowd erupted in cheers and song Wednesday as work crews hoisted an enormous statue of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee off the giant pedestal where it has towered over Virginia’s capital city for more than a century.

Killarney Lake temporarily closed due to storm-related damage

The Bureau of Land Management has temporarily closed Killarney Lake recreation site due to downed trees, flooding, boat dock and ramp damage, a press release said Friday.

City of Ronan welcomes Mark Nelson to council

Ronan City Council’s meeting on Jan. 14 began with a welcome for a new council member and new police officer, plus new office worker Gwen Zolder.

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Spaghetti feast set for Sunday

SANDPOINT — Who doesn’t love spaghetti?

County navigating cardboard crisis

WALLACE — The Shoshone Board of County Commissioners took an eco-friendly stand earlier this week when they decided to continue on with their full recycling program.

Bigfork schools' stormwater system a 'success'

The new stormwater system, installed this summer at Bigfork's schools, has proven itself in the fall's wet weather, according to Superintendent Russ Kinzer.

Fourth parade brings back memories

“What wonderful memories,” she said. "Thank you, Sandpoint. You will always be my hometown.”

Kootenai Country - creating friends for all seasons

Bigfork schools' stormwater system a 'success'

The new stormwater system, installed this summer at Bigfork's schools, has proven itself in the fall's wet weather, according to Superintendent Russ Kinzer.

Norma's display lights up Superior's holiday season

What started with two collectable Salvation Army dolls has grown into a collection with countless dolls, thousands of lights and an impressive holiday display. Friends claim the display is the best in the county. Norma Stephens said she loves Christmas and enjoys decorating for the holiday and those dolls were a gift from her husband, Mike.