Edward Ernest “Ed” Olson, 92

Edward Ernest “Ed” Olson, 92, of Bonners Ferry and former Ponderay resident passed away from this life on  Wednesday, May 26, 2010, at Boundary Community Hospital. 

Flu immunizations available Sept.17

Bonners Ferry — Flu season this year will bring two viruses and two vaccines.

EDITORIAL: Decision day for voters is Tuesday

Montana holds its primary election on Tuesday, and it promises to see a fairly large turnout. We encourage everyone who has the right to vote to do so, and based on early voting so far, we believe that many of you will participate.

LOCAL ROUNDUP: ACT for America leader will explain progress

Kelly Cook, ACT for America’s field director, will be the guest speaker at the organization’s next meeting from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, July 7, at Sykes’ in Kalispell.

Highway Patrol seeking 10 new troopers

The Montana Highway Patrol is accepting applications for 10 new troopers between now and mid-October. Training begins in April 2017.

Cd'A chamber offers export tips

Export Fundamentals Seminar Series is Feb. 22 at The Cd'A Resort

COEUR d'ALENE - Learn the secret of exporting success right in your business' back yard.

Garth Bernard Lybbert, 85

Garth Bernard Lybbert, 85, passed peacefully on Sept. 28, 2012, at his home in Hayden.

New road-kill rules take effect

New rules approved during Idaho's recent legislative session allow people to recover, possess and sell certain wildlife killed by accidental vehicle collisions.

City committees want student representatives

In the year 2000, the Coeur d'Alene City Council passed an ordinance allowing youth representation on boards, commissions, and committees.

Celebrate Parks Day Saturday

The 5th Annual Parks Day Celebration happens on Saturday. It will begin at 9 a.m. with a free pancake breakfast at Phippeny Park, 831 N. 8th St., cooked by the Panhandle Kiwanis.

Going-to-the-Sun Road opens in Glacier

WEST GLACIER, Mont. - All 50 miles of the Going-to-the-Sun Road in Glacier National Park opened to vehicle travel on Tuesday.

Briefs Sept. 10, 2013

Blackwell Island recreation area opening May 26

Daily site use will be 5 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Recreation crews for the Bureau of Land Management are readying the popular Blackwell Island boat launch and recreation site for the summer season. General site maintenance along with repairs to the docks and launch area should conclude by mid-May, allowing for an opening day of Thursday, May 26. The site will be open daily from 5 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Sign up Tuesday for Urban Interface 4-H Club

COEUR d’ALENE — Kootenai and Shoshone 4-H will host a sign-up night at 6 p.m. Tuesday in Building 3 at the Kootenai County Fairgrounds, 4056 N. Government Way.

Idaho one of best retirement states

Gem State places sixth on WalletHub list

Idaho’s affordable cost of living, high number of health care facilities per capita and low taxes earned the state the No. 6 spot on WalletHub’s list of best and worst states to retire in the U.S.

Coffee company helps raise $12,146 for sick baby

Dutch Bros. Coffee of Coeur d'Alene and community members banded together recently to raise $12,146 to help the Gallegos family cover medical expenses for their newborn son, Saul, who was born with a heart defect.

Can our electronic lifestyle be painful?

We live amongst a digital society where most communication is completed through our smart phones, iPads and laptops, our books are read on nooks and kindles, and our physical activity comes from Wii Fit and Xbox connect. While these devices are a form of convenience and efficiency they may be a source of pain and injury, according to physical therapists from the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA).

Panel to address same-sex marriage on Constitution Day

The University of Idaho will sponsor a statewide panel discussion about the constitutional questions surrounding same-sex marriage on Wednesday, as part of a national observance of Constitution Day. The program will begin at 3 p.m. PDT.

'Don't overload the commode'

Health District reminds residents to take care of septic systems

Gov. Butch Otter recently declared Sept. 21-25 Idaho SepticSmart Week, and Panhandle Health District is reminding North Idaho homeowners to prevent septic-related pollution and disease.

Forest officials: Smoke remains as fire season lingers into fall

The 2015 fire season has been exceptional, causing a wildfire disaster this area has not seen since at least 1927, and possibly since 1910.