Albert “Gene” Rodgers, 78

Albert “Gene” Rodgers, age 78, of Columbia Falls passed away on Feb. 19, 2025, surrounded by family. Born Nov. 18, 1946, in Whitefish. Gene lived a life filled with service, passion, and devotion.

Angela Joyce Mills, 84

Angela Joyce Cain Mills died April 26, 2026, surrounded by her family. She was born Feb. 21, 1942, in McIntosh, S.D., to Jessie Milton Cain and Edith Irene McGregor-Cain. Her family moved to Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.

The Latest: UK leader to end England’s coronavirus lockdown

LONDON — British Prime Minister Boris Johnson says shops, hairdressers, beauty salons and gyms in England will reopen and some fans will be allowed back into sports stadiums when a four-week lockdown comes to an end next week.

Easy cherry recipes are a sweet start to summer

(ARA) - The pleasures of summer -- its warm temperatures, its long days, its holidays and its bounty of fresh foods -- make it an infinitely lovable season. It's no wonder we look forward to it throughout the rest of the year. Many people plant fruits and vegetables in late spring, after the last danger of frost has passed, but the wait to harvest those treats can be long. Luckily, a bounty of fruit is ready at the start of summer, in the form of sweet Bing cherries.

Appeals grow to close US national parks during pandemic

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration is sticking with its crowd-friendly waiver of entrance fees at national parks during the coronavirus pandemic, as managers at some parks try and fail to keep visitors a safe distance apart and communities appeal for a shutdown at other parks that are still open.

Hayden, Rathdrum ready to celebrate

It's the time of year when the citizens of North Idaho's cities and towns come together to celebrate their communities.

Fire danger bumped to 'very high'

Most of Northwest Montana was moved to very high fire danger Tuesday due to prolonged high temperatures, dry fuels and low humidity.

Bonner County History - Feb. 10, 2022

Bonner County Historical Society and Museum shares interesting stories of the community's people, places and events.

White House withdraws hospitality executive as nominee to lead the National Park Service

BILLINGS (AP) — President Donald Trump is withdrawing his nomination of a hospitality company executive to lead the National Park Service, the White House announced Monday.

Wahluke Wariors golf season still on hold

MATTAWA — For one reason or another — be it the weather or spring break — the Wahluke High School golf season has been on hold — sort of. The Warriors have not yet played in SCAC competition.

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Polson Community Foundation awards $53k in grants

Because of the generosity of local donors a total of $750,625 has been awarded to worthy needs and projects in our community from 2009 through mid 2020.

Luncheon raises $15K for CASA

SANDPOINT — North Idaho CASA hosted over 100 people at the Tango Café last Thursday. Community members gathered to learn more about how this non-profit helps child victims in our area and how interested persons can become advocates.

Aikido classes offered for both kids and adults

SANDPOINT — Anyone looking to learn a more non-competitive, nonviolent form of self defense is encouraged to sign up for three upcoming Aikido classes, which start up on July 5 in Sandpoint.

'Tis the season! To give the gift of music. Buy tickets for the popular Festival at Sandpoint before they're all gone.

Looking for the perfect stocking stuffer? The annual Festival at Sandpoint features amazing performances, world class musicians and memories to last a lifetime.

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‘Shipwrecked’ Vacation Bible School

Shoshone County declares state of emergency

NAACP: Coming to Kootenai County

I am writing to express my appreciation for a dedicated group of people working to make our community stronger. James McDay and his team at The Other Choice Diversity Resource are in the process of creating a chapter of the NAACP (National Association for the Advancement of Colored People) here in Kootenai County. The NAACP is a non-partisan civil rights organization that has been fighting for equality for more than 100 years. Their mission is to secure the political, educational, social and economic equality of rights in order to eliminate race-based discrimination and ensure the health and well-being of all persons. The NAACP has evolved over the years to address current and emerging issues like bullying and environmental justice.

ITA volunteers help keep hiking trails open

The Idaho Trails Association is a statewide non-profit organization that uses volunteers to help maintain Idaho’s hiking trails. The ITA will be holding a general meeting and a special Volunteer Appreciation Party on Saturday, May 19, near Sandpoint. The general meeting is open to the public. The presentations start at 2 p.m. at 877 Heath Lake Road in Sagle.

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‘Shipwrecked’ Vacation Bible School