Wildfires and hurricanes disrupt final weeks of 2020 census

ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Already burdened by the coronavirus pandemic and a tightened deadline, the Census Bureau must now contend with several natural disasters as wildfires and hurricanes disrupt the final weeks of the nation's once-a-decade headcount.

Wildfires and hurricanes disrupt final weeks of 2020 census

ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Already burdened by the coronavirus pandemic and a tightened deadline, the Census Bureau must now contend with several natural disasters as wildfires and hurricanes disrupt the final weeks of the nation's once-a-decade headcount.

Trump, Biden to appeal to last-minute voters in Florida

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — President Donald Trump and Democratic rival Joe Biden are set to chase votes in Florida, a state all but essential to the Republican's pathway to another term as both nominees turn their focus to encouraging voters to turn out on Election Day.

Wildfires and hurricanes disrupt final weeks of 2020 census

ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Already burdened by the coronavirus pandemic and a tightened deadline, the Census Bureau must now contend with several natural disasters as wildfires and hurricanes disrupt the final weeks of the nation's once-a-decade headcount.

Air Force visits Army; service academy supremacy at stake

The coronavirus pandemic has led to an unprecedented two-week stretch of football at West Point.

Air Force visits Army; service academy supremacy at stake

The coronavirus pandemic has led to an unprecedented two-week stretch of football at West Point.

Cowboys for Trump defends 'go back to Africa' comments

SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — The founder of the Cowboys for Trump political support group urged people who support performances of the Black National Anthem at football games to “go back to Africa” and condemned as “vile scum” people who portray the Confederate flag as racist, in a live Facebook video that has since been removed.

Cowboys for Trump defends 'go back to Africa' comments

SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — The founder of the Cowboys for Trump political support group urged people who support performances of the Black National Anthem at football games to “go back to Africa” and condemned as “vile scum” people who portray the Confederate flag as racist, in a live Facebook video that has since been removed.

Pennsylvania mayors appeal to Congress for federal aid

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Mayors in Pennsylvania are challenging the state's members of Congress to help them get direct budget aid from the federal government, warning that cities of all sizes face steep deficits and deep service cuts as a result of the coronavirus' impact on the economy.

Expanding pediatric services help keep families at home

The soon-to-be parents went into their appointment excited to learn whether they were having a boy or girl. Then they saw the ultrasound technician’s face contort.

Hockaday announces international edition of 'A Timeless Legacy' exhibit

The Hockaday Museum of Art has announced an international edition of its annual “A Timeless Legacy” exhibition, “A Timeless Legacy: Peace Park 2018.” Opening next year, this exhibit will feature the works of critically acclaimed artists from the United States and Canada who have created pieces inspired by Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park.

Rolling through adversity

Parasport Spokane visits Lake City Academy on Wednesday

Against a backdrop of hardship and adversity, individuals living with disabilities can tap into regional resources to help them defy limitations and compete in para-athletics. Resources like Parasport Spokane help light the pathway for people living with illness or disabilities. Parasport Spokane visited Lake City Academy on Wednesday afternoon to support fifth grader Rowan Blackwelder and raise awareness about para-athletics.

Grizzly bears still trapped in their own end zone

Contrary to Dale Jorgenson’s assertions in his Jan. 18 letter to the editor “Grizzly bear population out of control,” we do not have “way too many grizzly bears in this country,” we are not “being over-run with grizzlies,” and we should not delist the grizzlies so we can “start hunting them again to thin out their numbers.”

DeRozan scores 25, Spurs rally from 18 down, beat Raptors

TORONTO (AP) — DeMar DeRozan got another warm welcome in Toronto, and then helped San Antonio top the struggling Raptors.

DeRozan scores 25, Spurs rally from 18 down, beat Raptors

TORONTO (AP) — DeMar DeRozan got another warm welcome in Toronto, and then helped San Antonio top the struggling Raptors.

Trump set to sign $8.3B bill to combat coronavirus outbreak

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump is expected to sign an $8.3 billion measure on Friday to help tackle the coronavirus outbreak. The legislation would provide federal public health agencies money for vaccines, tests and potential treatments, and help state and local governments prepare for and respond to the threat.

MCC, teen center taking part in Idaho Gives

Among the groups taking part in this year’s two-week Idaho Gives fundraising drive are the Sandpoint Teen Center and Memorial Community Center and Preschool in Hope.

As finals week bears down, FVCC offers help with stress

Flathead Valley Community College students have reached the end of the semester, but before they can relax and enjoy their Christmas break, they have to get through one of the most stressful times of the year—finals week.

Expanding pediatric services help keep families at home

The soon-to-be parents went into their appointment excited to learn whether they were having a boy or girl. Then they saw the ultrasound technician’s face contort.

Disneyland reopens as California emerges from virus depths

ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Disneyland reopened to excited visitors Friday, marking a dramatic turnaround in a state that was so overwhelmed with coronavirus cases just four months ago that patients were being treated in gymnasiums and outdoor tents.