C-Falls woman helped build WWII bombers

A historic formation of World War II aircraft is on track to touch down at Glacier Park International Airport today, and within the field of fighters and bombers is the iconic B-17.

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Winter Carnival adds new events; Skijoring, family day round out activities

SANDPOINT - This year's Sandpoint Winter Carnival will look altogether different from cold-season celebrations of the past. The small but stalwart committee behind the event has added yet another major crowd-pleaser to the six-day carnival, scheduled for Jan. 12-17, while at the same time considering an eventual return to some of the folksy roots that made the outdoor spectacle a family favorite.

C-Falls woman helped build WWII bombers

A historic formation of World War II aircraft is on track to touch down at Glacier Park International Airport today, and within the field of fighters and bombers is the iconic B-17.

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Employers ask job seekers for Facebook password

SEATTLE - When Justin Bassett interviewed for a new job, he expected the usual questions about experience and references. So he was astonished when the interviewer asked for something else: his Facebook username and password.

ICRMP reduces insurance for Spirit Lake

Spirit Lake lost its employment practices liability insurance coverage Oct. 1, and is waiting on a quote to be finalized through Indian Harbor Insurance to cover the lapse until the mayor can appeal.

EPA wants to delete a portion of Libby Superfund site from Superfund list

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Montana Department of Environmental Quality are seeking public to comment on a proposal to delete Operable Unit 5 (OU5) of the Libby Asbestos Superfund site from the National Priorities List.

Pandemic postpones national math, reading tests until 2022

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — National reading and math tests long used to track what U.S. students know in those subjects are being postponed from next year to 2022 over concerns about whether testing would be feasible or produce valid results during the coronavirus pandemic, the National Center for Education Statistics announced Wednesday.

Pandemic postpones national math, reading tests until 2022

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — National reading and math tests long used to track what U.S. students know in those subjects are being postponed from next year to 2022 over concerns about whether testing would be feasible or produce valid results during the coronavirus pandemic, the National Center for Education Statistics announced Wednesday.

Is it safe to buy pet meds online?

Dear PropellerHeads: I'm hoping to save a little money. Is it safe to buy my pet medicines from an online pet pharmacy?

Trump administration defends Homeland Security leadership

WASHINGTON (AP) — A nonpartisan congressional watchdog's finding that the two top officials at the Department of Homeland Security are legally ineligible to hold their posts is “erroneous” and should be withdrawn, a Trump administration official said Monday.

Trump administration defends Homeland Security leadership

WASHINGTON (AP) — A nonpartisan congressional watchdog's finding that the two top officials at the Department of Homeland Security are legally ineligible to hold their posts is “erroneous” and should be withdrawn, a Trump administration official said Monday.

Williams named to high school All-American team

SANDPOINT — Having already earned plenty of state and regional recognition for his soccer exploits, Sandpoint senior Tanner Williams recently received an award that jumps  straight to the top of his burgeoning resume — selection on the National Soccer Coaches Association of America 2010 Boys All-American Soccer Team.

Flathead Electric Co-op receives efficiency award from BPA

Flathead Electric Co-op has received Bonneville Power Administration (BPA) top honors for Excellence in Energy Efficiency.

Ontario hotels throughout the province fit travel budgets large and small

Many Americans think of Canada's mountains when considering a visit to their northern neighbor. That's why British Columbia and Alberta have more than their fair share of tourist attention, often leaving one of Canada's most dynamic provinces - Ontario - out of consideration. But those who buck the Canadian travel trends and visit Ontario quickly discover that it has many of the jewels in Canada's crown.

Park visits perk up economy

Glacier National Park lived up to its reputation as the engine that drives the local economy last year, as — in the midst of a national downturn — visits to the park were up 12.4 percent over the previous year.

Presidential visit subject of museum lecture

MOSES LAKE — What happens when the president and first lady drop by the house – or at least what happened in Neppel in 1934 – is the subject of a lecture at 3 p.m. Wednesday at the Moses Lake Museum & Art Center.

Hospitalized children receive a 'Touch of Comfort'

(ARA) - For children, hospitals can be a scary and unfamiliar place. Add to that the stress caused by having to undergo numerous treatments and procedures, and the hospital environment can seem even more terrifying to a sick child.

Outdoor knowledge passed down through generations

Life was a blast for a youngster when growing up in the great Columbia Basin of Eastern Washington, this being in the 1950s and 1960s. Dad, Max Clay, was a man of the outdoors and eager to share his knowledge with his friends and family members.

How to make the most of the enormous SHOT Show

The SHOT Show is enormous. As reported recently: The show covered about 692,000 square feet of exhibit space. If a person walked down each aisle of the show, they would cover a distance of 12.5 miles.

Whitefish cracks down on clutter

Personal items, such as duffel bags, backpacks or suitcases, can no longer be left to clutter public spaces in Whitefish, under a city new ordinance.