Islamic State seizes chemical weapons site

UNITED NATIONS (AP) — The Islamic State extremist group has taken control of a vast former chemical weapons facility northwest of Baghdad, where remnants of 2,500 degraded chemical rockets filled decades ago with the deadly nerve agent sarin are stored along with other chemical warfare agents, Iraq said in a letter circulated Tuesday at the United Nations.

Ho, ho, holy cow! I've been scammed!

What does this time of year mean to you? Snow? Maybe. Colder temps? Maybe. Turkey? Of course! Gift giving? YES! Scammers and crooks? Without a doubt!

‘Quiet stress’ plagues Washington

American Addiction Centers, a provider of substance addiction treatment resources, conducted a survey of 3,000 adults and found that nearly one in three Washingtonians say they believe they have suffered from ‘quiet stress’ this year as a result of social isolation on top of regular winter blues.

Legals May 18, 2017

No. 24484 Robert L. Deschamps III District Judge Department No. 2 Fourth Judicial District 200 West Broadway Missoula, Montana 59802 (406) 258-4772 MONTANA FOURTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, MISSOULA COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF DECLARING J.D., A YOUTH IN NEED OF CARE. Cause No. DN-17-27 Department No. 2 Judge Robert L. Deschamps III SUMMONS AND CITATION TO: SUMMER DUVAL Re: J.D., born 10/30/2002 YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services, Child and Family Services Division (CFS), 2677 Palmer, Suite 300, Missoula, Montana, 59808, has filed a Petition for Emergency Protective Services, Adjudication as a Youth in Need of Care and Temporary Legal Custody or for said youth to be otherwise cared for; Now, Therefore, YOU ARE HEREBY CITED AND DIRECTED to appear on the 30th day of May, 2017 at 9:00 o'clock a.m. at the Courtroom of the above-entitled Court at the Courthouse, 200 West Broadway, Missoula, Missoula County, Montana, then and there to show cause, if any you may have, why the Order to Show Cause, Order Granting Emergency Protective Services and Notice of Show Cause Hearing should not also remain in effect; why the youth should not be adjudicated as a youth in need of care; why CFS should not be awarded temporary legal custody of the youth for six months or until further order of the Court; why the Petition should not be granted; or why said youth should not be otherwise cared for. Summer Duval is represented by Court-appointed attorney Kelli Sather, 610 N. Woody, Missoula, MT 59802, (406) 523-5140, [email protected]. Your failure to appear at the hearing constitutes a denial of your interest in custody of the youth, which denial will result, without further notice of this proceeding or any subsequent proceeding, in judgment by default being entered for the relief requested in the Petition. A copy of the Petition hereinbefore referred to is filed with the Clerk of District Court for Missoula County, telephone: (406) 258-4780. WITNESS the Honorable Robert L. Deschamps III, Judge of the above-entitled Court and the Seal of this Court, this 26 day of April, 2017. ROBERT L. DESCHAMPS III District Judge May 4, 11, 18, 2017 MNAXLP

E-Fairness good for Idaho

Shopping online is a simple and convenient way to make purchases. The Idaho Retailers Association fully supports online shopping, and we encourage all our members to develop an online presence to compete in today's marketplace. What we do not support is the unfair advantage some out-of-state online retailers have over local businesses by not being required to collect sales tax.

Whole Living Community Center offering healthy cooking classes

Residents of Columbia Falls have a new place to learn about healthy living and vegetarian cooking techniques.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — What do I bring?

It’s the holidays and many of us will be joining friends and families at their homes for Christmas dinner and other gatherings.

Moses Lake man remembers his Navy service with carrier replica

MOSES LAKE — Robin Major enjoyed serving on the USS Bennington.

Hunter Biden sues Rudy Giuliani and another lawyer over accessing and sharing of his personal data

WASHINGTON (AP) — Hunter Biden sued Rudy Giuliani and another attorney Tuesday, saying the two wrongly accessed and shared his personal data after obtaining it from the owner of a Delaware computer repair shop.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Expectations

How much is enough? Perhaps the better question is how much is the

Movement to preserve historic Black cemeteries grows

As the national debate over Black history continues, one aspect of the legacy of race in America is undergoing something of a rebirth: Black cemeteries that were established in the era of segregation. Experts say these cemeteries — located across the country — tell the story of bygone days that capture the richness of the Black experience. And families say it's essential to be able to pay their respects and connect with ancestors there. In recent years, increased attention has been drawn to these sites as part of a nationwide effort to protect them from multiple threats, including climate change, neglect, development and desecration. The aim is to preserve their sacred value for future generations.

Robbers try to hold up local businessman

10 Years Ago — 2009

Bank on the basics of Internet marketing

In past weeks, we've explored, in depth, many facets of Internet marketing. I wanted to take a breath and put on the brakes for a moment to highlight some fundamental elements of the digital marketing world.

Shopko liquidating Employees, community consider longterm impact

After six years operating as a Shopko Hometown store and almost three decades as a local Libby retailer — most of that time as Pamida — the Shopko in Libby will close its doors by June 16.

The Latest: US officer: Troops can be proud of evac efforts

WASHINGTON — The top U.S. military officer is telling troops who participated in the massive and chaotic evacuation from Afghanistan to hold their heads high and ignore the criticism swirling around about the war and how it ended.

Program to help support local troops

Frito Lay, Disabled American Veterans and Wal-Mart are teaming up on a program to send care package items to local troops overseas.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Follow ups

A few subjects we recently covered here have garnered some questions, and we have also received additional “intel” on some others.

Bigfork Chamber launches website redesign

Local bank makes good

Idaho Independent Bank in top 200

AP Explains: Trump pushes questions about Joe Biden's son

WASHINGTON (AP) — Looking to undermine Democratic rival Joe Biden, President Donald Trump’s campaign is pushing a familiar line of attack: unverified allegations about Biden's son and his foreign business ties.