PREP BASKETBALL: Bittner notches 300th coaching win at North Idaho Christian

Results from Thursday's prep boys basketball and girls basketball games.

Japan marks 75th anniversary of war end with no Abe apology

TOKYO (AP) — Japan on Saturday marked the 75th anniversary of its surrender in World War II, with Emperor Naruhito expressing “deep remorse” over his country’s wartime actions at a somber annual ceremony curtailed by the coronavirus pandemic.

FVCC food pantry a vital resource during pandemic

More students with families seeking help

Brittany Chandler was in the midst of her studies in Flathead Valley Community College’s medical assistant program when the pandemic struck and changed everything.

Volunteers help Seniors stay physically fit

Volunteer Corner

If you are a Gentleman Resident at Coeur d'Alene Homes, then you know there's no sitting around allowed. With the help of volunteers from local fitness and health businesses, Senior Residents are making their way to Sandpoint (well, sort of) in a very unique way.

What makes wine country wine country

Recently we traveled over to the west side of Washington State to see some winemakers. We also did some wine tasting and picked up some bottles as well. Those we visited had tasting rooms in Woodinville, and there was even one full-blown winery facility in a residential neighborhood in Marysville. While it was great to spend time with old friends and new ones, it left us wondering about all the intangible things that make wine country wine country.

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Flathead Lake Resort offers vintage glamping experience

Before taking over management of Flathead Lake Resort, Brittain Kovac and her husband, Josh Shuckman, had been full-time RVing and traveled much of the world. Kovac visited the valley for the first time in July of 2020 and instantly fell in love with the community and the picturesque vistas.

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Spring vaccinations for dogs

Spring’s warmer weather signals the time for more outdoor adventures, especially for dogs who tend to be curious while outside. It also signals a time when owners should begin thinking about protecting their dogs from outdoor dangers by vaccinating them.

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Kalispell tourism saw decline in international travel in 2025

International visitor spending in Kalispell declined significantly in 2025, reflecting a sharp drop across the country in overseas inbound travel, according to the city's tourism bureau.

The Latest: China to begin vaccinating front-line workers

BEIJING — China says it will soon begin coronavirus inoculations for workers in health care, transport and border control.

NFL postpones Steelers-Titans after 2 more positive tests

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The NFL postponed Sunday's Pittsburgh Steelers game at Tennessee until later in the season after one additional Titans player and one personnel member tested positive for COVID-19.

Child poverty likely to increase in EU amid virus pandemic

BRUSSELS (AP) — The European Union’s external auditor said Tuesday that child poverty has reached an “unacceptable" level across the world's largest economy, a situation likely to worsen during the coronavirus pandemic.

Ewing hopes to carry on Thompson's legacy at Georgetown

WASHINGTON (AP) — Georgetown coach Patrick Ewing said Friday he will try to carry on the legacy of his former coach and lifelong mentor John Thompson, who died Sunday at age 78.