Jobless rate remains in double digits

Unemployment at 11.4 percent in June

Flathead County’s unemployment rate remained in double digits through June, but more people are back in the labor force and that’s a good sign, Flathead Job Service manager Bill Nelson said.

Let the court decide, quickly

Good. The U.S. Supreme Court has finally been petitioned with appeals of federal health-care overhaul legislation, and a timely ruling on this profoundly important matter should be a priority for the court.

Ousted by Gov: Is that so bad?

A bizarre set of events unfolded in the hallowed halls of state government during the past week.

Mattawa farmers market opens in June

MATTAWA — As summer approaches, local farmers are busily growing fruit and vegetables to sell at farmers markets.

Othello school superintendent contract extended

OTHELLO — Othello School Board members have approved a contract extension for district superintendent Chris Hurst. The contract was approved at the regular board meeting Monday.

US lobstermen may see relief from steep Chinese tariffs

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — China is making U.S. lobster eligible for a tariff reduction, good news for lobster fishermen who lost a key export market during trade hostilities, Maine's congressional delegation announced Tuesday.

U.S. military plane crashes into Iraqi base, no fatalities

BAGHDAD (AP) — A U.S. military plane crashed into an Iraqi military base north of the capital on Monday without causing fatalities, the U.S.-led coalition said.

Malaysia detains 269 Rohingyas, find body in damaged boat

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia (AP) — Malaysian authorities detained 269 Rohingya refugees and found a body on board a suspected smuggling boat they said had been intentionally damaged so it couldn't be turned back to sea.

New Anvil path is taking shape in Ponderay

PONDERAY — The Anvil Highway 200 pathway is dropping into place.

Malaysia detains 269 Rohingyas, find body in damaged boat

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia (AP) — Malaysian authorities detained 269 Rohingya refugees and found a body on board a suspected smuggling boat they said had been intentionally damaged so it couldn't be turned back to sea.

Stock indexes turn higher on Wall Street after wobbly start

Stocks are notching modest gains on Wall Street Monday as investors balance cautious optimism about the reopening of businesses shut down because of the coronavirus pandemic against worries that the civil unrest across the U.S. over police brutality could disrupt the economic recovery and widen the outbreak.

Libby mayor named Lincoln County commissioner

Brent Teske will succeed Mark Peck as the Libby representative to the Lincoln County Board of Commissioners.

Public wanted for 'Community Conversations'

Free forum series aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the vital connections between education, health care, and business within our community.

How does “Missing Middle Housing” affect the housing crisis?

In a recent presentation by the National Home Builders Association at a summit hosted by the North Idaho Building Contractors it was predicted that as a country, we need to build two million homes in the next few years in order to address the nationwide housing crisis and shortage.

Noem to AP: Address to focus on 'aggressive' economic growth

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP) — Gov. Kristi Noem will use her State of the State address to pitch prospective businesses on why they should move to South Dakota, the Republican governor told The Associated Press in an exclusive interview on Sunday.

Noem to AP: Address to focus on 'aggressive' economic growth

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP) — Gov. Kristi Noem will use her State of the State address to pitch prospective businesses on why they should move to South Dakota, the Republican governor told The Associated Press in an exclusive interview on Sunday.

Guatemala to swear in conservative Giammattei as president

GUATEMALA CITY (AP) — Guatemala will swear in Alejandro Giammattei, a conservative physician opposed to gay marriage and abortion, as its new president Tuesday while the country's outgoing leader exits amid swirling corruption accusations.

Prominent Native leader returns to SKC to deliver keynote address

Angelique Albert, CEO of Native Forward Scholars Fund, is the keynote speaker for Salish Kootenai College commencement ceremonies, 11 a.m. June 8 at the the Joe McDonald Health and Fitness Center in Pablo.

40 Under 40: Chennell Wolfe

Every community needs someone that works to lift up those facing hard times. Chennell Wolfe is one of those people for the community of Moses Lake as she works to manage the Open Doors Sleep Center and Moses Lake Enhanced Shelter. “Under her leadership, (the city) has successfully piloted a Housing First program that significantly reduces barriers for the unhoused or those with unstable housing. This initiative focuses on long-term stability by ensuring access to necessary resources,” said Brittany Bouchouari Director of Operations and Housing at HopeSource, who nominated Wolfe for this year’s 40 under 40 cohort. Wolfe works to establish collaboration and bring community resources together to ensure clients are taken care of and their individual needs are met.

Jobless for years, Tunisians march on capital, demand work

TUNIS, Tunisia (AP) — Hundreds of unemployed Tunisians from around the country tried to march on parliament Wednesday to demand a law guaranteeing jobs, and skirmished with police who blocked their way.