BLM looks to increase fees

Boat launch, camping could double under proposal

BLM’s Coeur d’Alene Field Office seeks public input on proposed changes to recreation fees

Living outside lockdown: Barbers, beauty shops still open

ELGIN, S.C. (AP) — With South Carolina's first coronavirus hot spot just a short jaunt up the highway, Johellen Lee hadn't been out for anything but groceries for nearly a month.

When food is addicting

Not surprisingly, food addictions are in the top five of addictions and addictive behaviors. Why is food so addicting? There are many theories, mostly having nothing to do with willpower.

Germany condemns weekend violence, looting in Stuttgart

German Chancellor Angela Merkel and the country’s top security official on Monday decried an outburst of violence at the weekend in the southwestern city of Stuttgart, where hundreds of people attacked stores, vehicles and police officers following a stop-and-search for drugs.

Germany condemns weekend violence, looting in Stuttgart

German Chancellor Angela Merkel and the country’s top security official on Monday decried an outburst of violence at the weekend in the southwestern city of Stuttgart, where hundreds of people attacked stores, vehicles and police officers following a stop-and-search for drugs.

National chain Take 5 Oil Change opens in Kalispell

The Kalispell location marks the first of eight planned stores within Montana, currently making Last Best Oil Change, LLC the exclusive operator of Take 5 Oil Change garages in the Treasure State.

Bonner County History - Aug. 3, 2025

A look at the events, activities, and meetings happening around Bonner County, from Sandpoint to Cocolalla, from Priest River to Ponderay, and from Clark Fork to Dover.

Ferndale author nominated for Agatha Award

Legals July 12, 2018

VENDOR ROSTER SOLICITATION Grant County maintains and is seeking to expand its Vendor Roster as authorized under RCW 36.32.245 for the purchase of materials, equipment, supplies and/or services with an estimated value between $5,000 and $25,000 and is soliciting/encouraging businesses to join. As an equal opportunity employer, this invitation extends to all qualifying businesses, including those that are minority and woman-owned. Qualifying purchases/needed services for use of the Vendor Roster enables the County to secure telephone and/or written quotations from three or more vendors, if possible, within the same product/service category to ensure that a competitive price is established and for awarding any resulting contracts to the lowest responsible bidder as defined in RCW 43.19.1911. Information, forms, and instructions for joining the Vendor Roster are available on the County's website at www.grantcountywa.com under the "Grant County Quick Links" menu's County Roster Information. Joining is free and Grant County would be pleased to have your qualifying business as a resource. #07005/201952 Pub: July 12, 19, 2018

Fire safety burn permits required starting May 10

Starting May 10, Idahoans must obtain a fire safety burn permit from the Idaho Department of Lands (IDL) before starting certain controlled burn activities.

Ferguson: A silent leader on field and court

MOSES LAKE — During last Tuesday’s basketball matchups for Moses Lake Christian Academy/Christian Covenant School Lions at the Den, senior Johnny Ferguson was honored for making the 2025 All-State 1B First Team as an All-Purpose athlete for football. Johnny said he has been a lifelong athlete and strives to push himself even further as he finishes his senior season.

Lions take on Mavs C-Team to open softball season

MOSES LAKE — Two young Moses Lake teams faced off in their first games of the season Wednesday afternoon with the Moses Lake Christian Academy/Covenant Christian School Lions varsity team taking on the Moses Lake Mavericks C-team. After the day’s events, the Mavs claimed 18-5 and 15-11 victories. “It was a very intense game, we were playing a varsity team today, and I was a little stressed out on how we were going to do, but we ended up finishing pretty well,” said Mavs C-Team Head Coach Jazzmen Rose.

Grab your gear; Spring Mack Days are nearly here

While winter struggles to hang on, the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes are preparing to launch the 40th Mack Days fishing event on Flathead Lake, which begins Thursday, March 17 and runs through May 15.

Grab your gear; Spring Mack Days are nearly here

The 40th Mack Days fishing event begins Thursday, March 17 and runs through May 15.

In dark day for UK retailing, 242-year-old Debenhams to shut

LONDON (AP) — The future of around 25,000 retailing jobs in Britain hangs in the balance after the failure of two long-established companies laid bare the fragility of much of the sector during the coronavirus pandemic.

In dark day for UK retailing, 242-year-old Debenhams to shut

LONDON (AP) — The future of around 25,000 retailing jobs in Britain hangs in the balance after the failure of two long-established companies laid bare the fragility of much of the sector during the coronavirus pandemic.

Wine tasting etiquette

Tasting in Wine Country and in local shops has changed some over the years. Events are often more elaborate, and both wineries and retail stores like ours invest a fair amount of time, energy and capital in creating an experience that is educational and rewarding. In many Wine Country areas, fees for tasting have increased with the effort and wine that goes into the tasting. In Napa, tasting fees of $75 for a reserve tasting at the more sought-after wineries are not unusual. In nearby Walla Walla, the charge to taste is more modest, but the wineries where tastings are complimentary are dwindling fast.

Polka Dot Sheep yarn shop leans on tight-knit community

Bundles of yarn in deep blue, vibrant green, sunny yellow and most any color you can conjure up line the shelves at the Polka Dot Sheep Fine Yarns.

Is home where the profit is?

The top 10 wines of 2017