Johnston Building in downtown Coeur d'Alene making way for Sherman Tower

Johnston Building in downtown Coeur d'Alene making way for Sherman Tower

Built in 1905, the Johnston Building at Second Street and Lakeside Avenue is one of the oldest structures in downtown Coeur d’Alene. With a view of Lake Coeur d’Alene, it served as the home to scores of professionals in banking, real estate, design and finance.

Cats seeded No. 2, Griz No. 3

After the 124th Brawl of the Wild, Montana coach Bobby Hauck talked — not for the first time — about his Grizzlies meeting Montana State again in the FCS playoffs.

Spirit Lake twins compete in national chess competition

Spirit Lake twins compete in national chess competition

When asked about his favorite piece on a chess board, 12-year-old Jax Green is all in on the knight. "A knight is one of the best pieces because it’s the only chess piece that has its own personal set of things," Jax of Spirit Lake said Monday. Other pieces can't copy the versatile knight's ability to move in an "L" pattern, two squares in a vertical or horizontal direction and one more in a perpendicular direction. Jax said it's a handy piece for forcing opponents to move their kings and rooks. "The knight is a sneakier way of doing things," he said.

Spirit Lake twins compete in national chess competition

Spirit Lake twins compete in national chess competition

When asked about his favorite piece on a chess board, 12-year-old Jax Green is all in on the knight. "A knight is one of the best pieces because it’s the only chess piece that has its own personal set of things," Jax of Spirit Lake said Monday. Other pieces can't copy the versatile knight's ability to move in an "L" pattern, two squares in a vertical or horizontal direction and one more in a perpendicular direction. Jax said it's a handy piece for forcing opponents to move their kings and rooks. "The knight is a sneakier way of doing things," he said.

Rage runs the table to win NAFA Summer Nationals

MOSES LAKE — The Washington Rage 16U (15-9-1) are the North American Fastpitch Association Summer Nationals champions after going on an undefeated tournament run over the weekend. In the aftermath of a successful finish to the summer season, the Rage are over the moon, Head Coach Bob Richardson said. “They had a great time,” Richardson said. “As we went through the second half of the season, we really gelled, and I think the girls became really tight this week because we spent a lot of time together, a lot of team bonding. I've gotten close with a runner-up (finish) here, but I've never won it. To win it, that's all the work that everyone has put in finally paying off.”

Unique wellness treatments focus for Lakeside spa

Annie Dillard constantly looks for calming treatment options to add to the spa that are unique and contribute to a serene experience.

Unique wellness treatments focus for Lakeside spa

Annie Dillard constantly looks for calming treatment options to add to the spa that are unique and contribute to a serene experience.

As pandemic deepens, Trump cycles through targets to blame

NEW YORK (AP) — First, it was the media that was at fault. Then, Democratic governors came under fire. China, President Barack Obama and federal watchdogs have all had a turn in the crosshairs. And now it’s

Community swoops in to ensure soldiers' graves have military markers

Community swoops in to ensure soldiers' graves have military markers

Donations were immediately given to Coeur d'Alene American Legion Post 14 when the community learned the resting places of two American soldiers are in need of proper military markers. "The article was done very, very well," Post Adjutant Jerry Staub said Wednesday. "It also resulted in us getting a $1,000 donation from a veteran."

Fall Idaho Reading Indicator sets new baseline

The Idaho Department of Education released the results for the revamped fall 2025 Idaho Reading Indicator test last Friday.

LOCAL FACTS: The North American Badger

The North American Badger is a local animal that can be found in throughout the region and is known for its signature white, black and gray coloration. Here are a few facts from National Geographic about this local animal.

PREP BASEBALL: Badgers rout Kellogg, will host Timberlake Friday

After a decisive 10-run home victory over Kellogg, the Badgers baseball team (5-11) dropped its first of three straight matchups against district rival Timberlake in a close, well-played seven-inning showdown.

Iraq, Saudi Arabia reopen key border crossing after decades

BAGHDAD (AP) — Iraq and Saudi Arabia have reopened the main border crossing for trade between the two nations after three decades of closure, Iraq's border authority said on Wednesday.

Glacier Park fee increase

What? A 20 percent entrance fee increase for Glacier National Park? I have always presumed that our national parks belonged to all the people. With fully 40 percent of our middle-class citizens having lost actual income over the last six years, how can the desk jockeys in Apgar justify an increase?

Montana VA ranks near bottom for waiting times

Craig McClure Happ, 71

Craig M. Happ, 71, peacefully left this world on Jan. 11, 2025, surrounded by family in Fresno, California.

Forbes recognizes Express Employment Professionals as one of America’s Best Employers

International staffing company Express Employment Professionals is one of America’s Best Employers, according to a ranking released by Forbes.

Homes, sweet homes

NIBCA's Parade continues this weekend

Parade of Homes features innovative building, design

TOURISM: North Idaho families tired of negative impacts

The Coeur d’Alene Press gives a one-sided view of tourism in North Idaho, as if were all unicorns and rainbows, with no downsides. Well here’s a little secret for the editors: Most working families in North Idaho are sick of tourism, and struggle with its negative impacts on a daily basis.

Glacier Park fee increase

What? A 20 percent entrance fee increase for Glacier National Park? I have always presumed that our national parks belonged to all the people. With fully 40 percent of our middle-class citizens having lost actual income over the last six years, how can the desk jockeys in Apgar justify an increase?