EU slaps sanctions on 7 new Syria government ministers

BRUSSELS (AP) — The European Union on Friday imposed sanctions on seven ministers recently appointed to the Syrian government, blaming them for playing a role in the continued crackdown on civilians in the war-ravaged country.

EU tells online platforms to better explain search rankings

LONDON (AP) — Internet companies such as Google and Amazon should be more transparent in explaining how the search rankings work on their platforms, the European Commission said in guidelines released Monday.

EU tells online platforms to better explain search rankings

LONDON (AP) — Internet companies such as Google and Amazon should be more transparent in explaining how the search rankings work on their platforms, the European Commission said in guidelines released Monday.

Arlee’s River Gray makes quiet contributions

During his time at Arlee High School Gray has been involved in athletics like basketball and track and was an officer in National Honor Society as well as the president of HOSA, an organization for Future Health Professionals.

Sharp’s 2-run double powers A Lakers to sweep of Mariners

Wyatt Sharp drove in a pair of runs to break a 1-1 tie during a six-run sixth inning as the Kalispell A Lakers took game one 6-1 and swept the Mission Valley A Mariners in a Friday doubleheader.

Kalispell swimmers excel at Boise sectionals

BOISE, Idaho — Two Kalispell swimmers made waves at the Boise Speedo Sectionals.

Boil Order issued for Osburn, Big Creek

Boil Order issued for Osburn, Big Creek

Silver Valley Sports: Jan. 20 - 26

Local teams move into conference play as winter sports moves toward the final weeks.

Silver Valley Sports Recap: Jan. 20-26

Local teams move into conference play as winter sports moves toward the final weeks.

LEGION ROUNDUP: Lakers fall in Spokane Wood Bat Classic

The North Idaho Lakers 16U struggled to generate offense, dropping all four of their games in the Spokane Wood Bat Classic last weekend.

LEGION ROUNDUP: Lakers fall in Spokane Wood Bat Classic

The North Idaho Lakers 16U struggled to generate offense, dropping all four of their games in the Spokane Wood Bat Classic last weekend.

Children stopped at border likely hit record-high in July

SAN DIEGO (AP) — The number of children traveling alone who were picked up at the Mexican border by U.S. immigration authorities likely hit an all-time high in July, and the number of people who came in families likely reached its second-highest total on record, a U.S. official said Monday, citing preliminary government figures.

Children stopped at border likely hit record-high in July

SAN DIEGO (AP) — The number of children traveling alone who were picked up at the Mexican border by U.S. immigration authorities likely hit an all-time high in July, and the number of people who came in families likely reached its second-highest total on record, a U.S. official said Monday, citing preliminary government figures.

Children stopped at border likely hit record-high in July

SAN DIEGO (AP) — The number of children traveling alone who were picked up at the Mexican border by U.S. immigration authorities likely hit an all-time high in July, and the number of people who came in families likely reached its second-highest total on record, a U.S. official said Monday, citing preliminary government figures.

2021’s small biz FAQs

Annual U.S. Small Business Administration's FAQ about small businesses publication released

Social Security changes raise worries

SSA trying to calm concerns of beneficiaries

In a press release it said it is taking steps to enhance the security of its services by implementing stronger identity verification procedures. It said in-person identity proofing for people unable to use their personal my Social Security account for certain services will be effective April 14.

Learning to 'Fly'

Pam Pereira pens book sharing importance of loving self

Fly tells the tale of a fairy named “Magic” whose heart once so full of love suddenly feels empty and sad. She regains her joy after discovering she must love herself so she can then freely share it with those around her and her heart “will never be empty or sad.”

C'mon over to play 'Red Rover'

Now, in case you have no idea how to play Red Rover, it’s pretty simple. It was a game we played often as children, a staple of my childhood. You split up into two teams and line up facing each other from a distance of about 10 yards. Then, you decide who gets to go first. Once that is done, you’re ready.

Range Riders roll past Voyagers for sweep

Call it a clean sweep to start the season.