Japan initiative 1 (four people): Tamotsu Sosa, Terry Brewer, Ken-Ichi Yamaguchi and Gary Miller stand beside the Grant County booth display at the Japan Aerospace Exhibition in Yokohama.

GCEDC promoting area at Japanese exhibition Video leads to positive response overseas

Lawmakers should tread carefully on state health exchange

A closer look at the state's debt

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Hire our veterans

The good news is, America is bringing its troops home from Iraq and Afghanistan. However, that presents a challenge because a large number of those troops will leave the military upon their return. That shift, along with significant cuts in military spending, means tens of thousands of veterans will be looking for work.

Fourth District candidates square off

OTHELLO - Fourth District candidates Dan Newhouse and Clint Didier took center stage Monday at a political debate in Othello.

Rail improvements vital to Washington economy

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On March 13, the Legislature concluded the 60-day, short session in the 2013 legislative biennium. As usual, some things never change; there are more requests for funding than there are funds, and important projects are left out in the competition for finite resources. As legislators we try to prioritize the most vital statewide needs. However, the amount of time we meet is short, and it is common significant infrastructure - even if it concerns a cornerstone of our economy - goes unfunded.

Commissioner candidates talk plans

MOSES LAKE - Candidates for Grant County commissioner presented their views on economic and social issues facing the county during a public candidate's forum held Monday night at the Moses Lake Museum and Art Center.

Moses Lake business leaders talk priorities with Association of Washington Business

MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake and state business leaders met Wednesday at the Chamber of Commerce to decide which industry issues to focus on during the 2013 legislative session.

New Mexico court grapples with standoff over virus closures

SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — The New Mexico Supreme Court is hearing arguments Wednesday in a legal standoff over whether the administration of Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has the authority to prohibit indoor dining at restaurants as a health precaution because of the coronavirus pandemic.

Sharp rise in virus cases in Lebanon after deadly port blast

BEIRUT (AP) — Lebanon is facing a surge in coronavirus cases after a devastating blast at the Beirut port earlier this month killed scores and wounded thousands, prompting medical officials to urge Monday for a two-week lockdown to try to contain the pandemic.

Stocks up on signs of industrial recovery, eyes on US talks

TOKYO (AP) — Global shares edged up on Monday as investors weighed risks from rising coronavirus cases against evidence of a recovery in industrial activity in China and Europe.

Ban on insurance coverage for abortion considered in Montana

HELENA (AP) — The Montana House Judiciary Committee on Friday advanced a bill that would ban coverage of abortion procedures by health insurance plans offered through the state exchange.

50 countries commit to protect 30% of land, sea over decade

PARIS (AP) — A coalition of at least 50 countries have committed to protect 30% of the planet, including land and sea, over the decade in efforts to halt species extinction and address climate change issues, during a global summit aimed at protecting the world's biodiversity.

GM charges up new unit to sell electric delivery vans, gear

DETROIT (AP) — The market for battery-powered delivery vehicles and equipment has so much potential that General Motors is forming a new business unit to serve it, a move that lifted the automaker’s stock to a multiyear high.

GM charges up new unit to sell electric delivery vans, gear

DETROIT (AP) — The market for battery-powered delivery vehicles and equipment has so much potential that General Motors is forming a new business unit to serve it, a move that lifted the automaker’s stock to a multiyear high.

Sheriff's Office agrees to host county's Unite for Youth effort

Seeking to expand the scope of its influence beyond the realm of schools, the Lincoln County Unite for Youth Coalition received the approval of Lincoln County Commissioners on Wednesday to come under the umbrella of the Sheriff’s Office.

In the face of fear, we must show compassion

Many of you have shared your deep concern and frustration resulting from the expression of hate that is increasingly prevalent in our society, both locally and abroad. The events in Charlottesville a couple of weeks ago were heartbreaking, demonstrating how hate groups like neo-Nazis and the KKK are poised for terrifying and lethal violence. This kind of hate and the violence that it incites is abhorrent and repugnant.

Plan protects area's natural resources

SANDPOINT -- Taking a practical approach to conservation is the prime objective of the Greater Sandpoint Greenprint, a community-driven protection plan that aims to preserve the area's most tourist- and business-friendly natural resources for the economic health of the community. These key resources include water, open space, trails and working land.

Tadic hired on as city engineer

SANDPOINT — When Sandpoint city officials went on the hunt for a new Public Works director, Dan Tadic was a finalist for the position.

McDonald disputes truth of YouTube clip

SANDPOINT — A video appearing to show Bonner County Commissioner Dan McDonald accusing the Kalispel Tribe of corruption has been posted to YouTube.