Amazon: 20 bets in 20 years

NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Amazon turned 20 on Thursday. Here's a timeline of 20 investment bets Amazon made in the past 20 years:

Glacier Park visitor spending boon to economy of gateway communities

The peer-reviewed visitor spending analysis conducted by economists at the National Park Service said that spending supported nearly 6,000 jobs in the local area and had a cumulative benefit to the local economy of $548 million.

Black Friday shoppers opt for Bigfork

It was the day after Thanksgiving and all through the town, deals were made and no one was knocked down. Black Friday is one of the busiest shopping days of the year and typically associated with big box stores and stampedes at their doors, but last Friday the shops in Bigfork were busier than usual.

Black Friday shoppers opt for Bigfork

It was the day after Thanksgiving and all through the town, deals were made and no one was knocked down. Black Friday is one of the busiest shopping days of the year and typically associated with big box stores and stampedes at their doors, but last Friday the shops in Bigfork were busier than usual.

Lady Vikings go 1-3 on weekend home stand

MOSES LAKE - It may have not been the kind of results from a homestand the Big Bend Lady Vikings wanted to produce but at least it ended on a positive note.

Spirited wines

Grappa, brandy, port, and other forms of digestifs and aperitifs are all made from wine or wine byproducts and for those of us who occasionally enjoy a glass before or after dinner find them to be delicious. There is one big difference between wine and these however, in that most all are fortified with some kind of spirits or distilled to increase the alcohol, and for some the appeal.

Air tankers set record

Finally, majority rules on bypass decision

All the real facts are on NICAN's side and that of "goodness and light," of course. While we're waiting for the fat lady's sister to join her for an encore, I thought I'd relate a day in the life of a downtown shopper, and why I don't go there anymore.

Thursday at the Elks, May 19

Thursday night at the Elks golf course returned to action on Thursday, May 12.

AHWF joins #GivingTuesday movement

American Heritage Wildlife Foundation has joined #GivingTuesday, a global day of giving that harnesses the collective power of individuals, communities and organizations to encourage philanthropy and to celebrate generosity worldwide.

Governor calls on Legislature to approve pandemic relief

SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — New Mexico's governor is calling a special legislative session next week in the hope of providing new economic relief to those who lost their jobs and small businesses that are reeling from the coronavirus pandemic and aggressive health restrictions.

Don't take guns into the stores

I was recently shopping in one of my favorite Sandpoint spots, Miller’s Country Store. I was minding my own business, perusing the dried fruit, when I noticed a distressing sight in the grain aisle. Two young men were shopping with big pistols strapped to their hips.

St. Maries grocer named 2026 USA centennial retailer of the year

St. Maries grocer named 2026 USA centennial retailer of the year

Archie’s IGA has been named a 2026 Independent Grocers Alliance USA Centennial Retailer of the Year, recognizing the independent grocery store for "outstanding community leadership, customer service and commitment to independent retail excellence," a press release shared Tuesday read.

U.S. 93 strip zoning tabled by council

With a packed chamber anxiously awaiting their decision, the Whitefish City Council on Aug. 2 unanimously postponed a decision to amend zoning regulations for the U.S. 93 strip.

U.S. 93 strip zoning tabled by council

With a packed chamber anxiously awaiting their decision, the Whitefish City Council on Aug. 2 unanimously postponed a decision to amend zoning regulations for the U.S. 93 strip.

Visiting tourist sites in Maryland

Laurie had multiple roles as our hostess in Maryland. She was Seeing Eye Daughter, tour guide and did a great job as chauffeur in the six lane traffic.

Visiting tourist sites in Maryland

Laurie had multiple roles as our hostess in Maryland. She was Seeing Eye Daughter, tour guide and did a great job as chauffeur in the six lane traffic.

State proposes trout replacement

Blue and Park lakes treated for undesirable fish

Cabinet Peaks Medical Center named in the “Top 100 Critical Access Hospitals”

Cabinet Peaks Medical Center on Wednesday celebrated its designation as one of the “Top 100 Critical Access Hospitals” in the nation, an achievement announced in late February.

Small change will cost billions

We're seeing a lot of news stories these days about the projected costs of the new federal health care law known as Obamacare. Employers of all sizes, from small companies to warehouse stores and restaurant chains, are warning that compliance costs will force layoffs and price hikes.