Louisville man fatally shot amid protest, suspect in custody

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — A suspect has been arrested in the death of a Kentucky man who was fatally shot amid a protest in Louisville over the killing of Breonna Taylor, police said Sunday.

People gather in Moses Lake for Patriot Day

MOSES LAKE - Moses Lake firefighters, paramedics, officers, city officials and citizens bowed their heads in silence Thursday morning to honor Patriot Day.

Sixteenth measles case reported

Children's group is site of recent exposure

Potato conference starts Monday

KENNEWICK, Wash. — The three-day long Washington State Potato Conference kicks off Monday at the Three Rivers Convention Center in Kennewick.

Sherwood Beach repair options mulled

SANDPOINT — Bonner County officials have developed a short-term strategy for improving safety on a damaged segment of Sherwood Beach Road, but contend the homeowner who inflicted the damage should be on the hook for a long-term solution.

Pain is a constant in too many lives

Doctor of Oriental Medicine

Pain is a constant in too many lives. When severe, it controls lives and destroys productivity. Lesser pain can be just as problematic as it can contribute to a sedentary lifestyle that adds to the pain and slows the healing response. However, there are several things people can do that could help heal the tissues that are inflamed and to promote healing.

China cash could boost economy

Idaho an attractive site for investors looking for better place for families

COEUR d'ALENE - Well-heeled Chinese entrepreneurs with a desire to become legal American residents are now seen as prospects to help bolster Idaho's economy.

Free exchange

Flathead Valley boasts state's largest Freecycle group

Cooler temps bring Stage I Fire restrictions

Fire restrictions in Northwest Montana changed from Stage II to Stage I on Monday, Sept. 17 due to predicted cooler temperatures, higher humidities, and potential increased moisture this week.

Coal mine threat to Glacier draws United Nations attention

A United Nations delegation will travel to Glacier National Park and the North Fork to see for itself the threats of mining and coal bed methane development could have on the Park.

Blue Lake RV Resort has new owners, new plans

NAPLES — Liz Waitinas and her son, Nick Larsen, recently purchased the Blue Lake RV Park Resort — located right off U.S. 95 just five miles south of Bonners Ferry, in Naples.

Jordan vows war on Islamic State

AMMAN, Jordan (AP) — Dozens of Jordanian fighter jets bombed Islamic State targets on Thursday, including training centers and weapons storage sites, the military said, pledging to keep up the attacks until the militants are defeated.

Legals for June, 2 2020

Camping days that should not have been

Miraculous “shouldn't have been, but are” campground days

Film fest aids SOLE mission

Group works to get youth unplugged and outdoors

Selkirk Outdoor Leadership & Education is hosting its 19th annual backcountry film festival fundraiser at the Panida Theater on Jan. 12, and the whole family is invited to join in the festivities. SOLE’s mission is to encourage underserved youth in communities to get unplugged and connected to their winter wildlands.

Open house set for PLMG welcome shelter

A public open house for the new welcome shelter at Priest Lake Memory Gardens will be held Sunday, Aug. 14, at the gardens. The five-acre site, located adjacent to the Priest Lake Golf Course just off Highway 57, is a special place of serenity and reflection to spend time remembering and honoring loved ones with ties to the Priest Lake area.

Fire Restrictions to move to Stage I Wednesday

COEUR D’ALENE – Recent rain and lower temperatures have reduced fire danger across the Panhandle, prompting land managers to move from Stage II to Stage I fire restrictions in the Coeur d’Alene Dispatch Zone beginning at 12:01 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 30.

Coal mine threat to Glacier draws United Nations attention

A United Nations delegation will travel to Glacier National Park and the North Fork to see for itself the threats of mining and coal bed methane development could have on the Park.

More reader questions

We were honored this past week to host Gordy Venneri, owner/winemaker at Walla Walla Vintners, for a winemaker dinner at Scratch and a tasting the following day here at the shop. As always, Gordy did a great job - he is an entertaining speaker and possesses passion-driven knowledge that spans over 15 vintages. The dinner at Scratch was fabulous, with chef/owner Jason Rex putting out some wonderful and innovative new dishes that were delicious and perfectly paired.

Behind the Chutes 2012

As we all know the third annual Winter Wine Rodeo is coming up next week on Saturday, Dec. 1 from 3-7 p.m. Like the previous events this year's will have all of the same great wine, food and vendors we have come to expect. Nearly 100 wines being sampled by our great local distributors, food from our favorite area restaurants like Scratch, Seasons, Fire, Angelo's and more, some holiday shopping from local vendors and of course the chance to buy the wine that you sample and want to take home for your big holiday gatherings!