It's time to raise the minimum wage

As a candidate for House District 5, Whitefish, I am in support of increasing the minimum wage to the level of $11 an hour subsequent to the next legislative session, one year from now. 

Wilderness foundation names new director

The Bob Marshall Wilderness Foundation has a new executive director. Carol Treadwell has been at the helm for about a month now. She replaces Keagan Zoellner, who will stay on in a part-time development director position.

County commissioners request details on forest management

The Mineral County Commissioners sent a letter to Regional Forester Faye Krueger on July 31, requesting her presence at an upcoming meeting.

Barbara J. Furnia, 86

Barbara J. Furnia, 86, passed away peacefully at home in the presence of her husband Clarence in Martin City on Thursday, Feb. 27, 2020.

Top Bangladesh cellphone company pays $117M in legal tussle

DHAKA,Bangladesh (AP) — Bangladesh’s leading cellphone operator paid $117 million to the country’s telecommunication regulator on Sunday amid a protracted legal tussle with the government that could result in the loss of its license to operate in one of the world’s fastest-growing mobile markets, officials said.

Top Bangladesh cellphone company pays $117M in legal tussle

DHAKA,Bangladesh (AP) — Bangladesh’s leading cellphone operator paid $117 million to the country’s telecommunication regulator on Sunday amid a protracted legal tussle with the government that could result in the loss of its license to operate in one of the world’s fastest-growing mobile markets, officials said.

Top Bangladesh cellphone company pays $117M in legal tussle

DHAKA,Bangladesh (AP) — Bangladesh’s leading cellphone operator paid $117 million to the country’s telecommunication regulator on Sunday amid a protracted legal tussle with the government that could result in the loss of its license to operate in one of the world’s fastest-growing mobile markets, officials said.

US retail sales up a modest 0.3% in January

WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. retail sales rose a modest 0.3% in January, a slight improvement over December, as unseasonably warm weather boosted sales at hardware stores and furniture stores.

US retail sales up a modest 0.3% in January

WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. retail sales rose a modest 0.3% in January, a slight improvement over December, as unseasonably warm weather boosted sales at hardware stores and furniture stores.

US retail sales up a modest 0.3% in January

WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. retail sales rose a modest 0.3% in January, a slight improvement over December, as unseasonably warm weather boosted sales at hardware stores and furniture stores.

US retail sales up a modest 0.3% in January

WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. retail sales rose a modest 0.3% in January, a slight improvement over December, as unseasonably warm weather boosted sales at hardware stores and furniture stores.

Zimbabwe's security guards have lonely jobs, but get paid

HARARE, Zimbabwe (AP) — One says he constantly talks to the cash machine he guards — never mind that it can’t answer back. Another whiles away the time by staring at pictures of semi-nude women on the walls of a closed nightclub as he waits for rats and cats to come out and entertain him.

Jobless? OK. But hopeless? No way

Before we pummel your Sunday stomach with some painful statistics, we promise: They’ll be followed by encouragement and a potent suggestion.

Coeur d’Alene Arts & Culture Alliance selected for Thriving Communities Grant

Will advance health, environmental priorities with 'Living Lake Project'

With this grant, the Arts & Culture Alliance will launch a project focused on cross-collaboration and collective action to bring important issues to light in order to protect our lake and watershed. Through artist-led initiatives, this project will transform how communities understand and participate in water protection efforts, according to a press release.

Report: 140 Californians a day flee to the land of no income tax – Washington

(The Center Square) – Californians are trading wildfires and income tax for rain and $154,000 tech salaries, according to a new report. StorageCafe’s report found that approximately 140 Californians move to Washington state every day. In 2023 alone, 51,000 people moved to Washington, and 23,000 moved to King County specifically, which is where Seattle and Redmond – major U.S. tech hubs – are located. Experts are citing economic opportunities in Washington as the main driver. Susan Curran, director of the University of Washington’ Center for Studies in Demography & Ecology, expects the migration of Californians to Washington will continue at the current pace due to climate issues in California, which “will make portions of the state increasingly unlivable.”

EDITORIAL: Idaho House makes right call on public notices

The Idaho House State Affairs Committee's recent decision to shelve House Bill 33 demonstrates a clear understanding of what true government transparency means.

OPINION: The chickens and the eggs

This week, a legislative committee held a hearing on a bill that would have allowed more Idaho families to raise backyard chickens. While the bill ultimately failed to advance to the floor, it was yet another example of how Idaho families are responding as inflation continues driving grocery prices through the roof.

Sandpoint company to add 24 jobs

After receiving a state tax credit, local company Timberline Helicopters will create 24 new jobs and invest $13 million in Sandpoint.

Idaho must dream big for its nonprofits

Idaho’s nonprofits face a funding crisis. A new report shows 60 organizations could close without government support. The Dream Big for Idaho movement urges local giving to build lasting endowments and secure the future.

Kalispell City Council weighs housing committee, affordable housing project funding

Kalispell City Council on Monday will consider forming an advisory committee tasked with helping to guide a housing study and develop a housing plan.