New Mexico to order 'non-essential businesses' to close

SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced Monday new restrictions, including the closure of “non-essential businesses,” aimed at fighting the spread of the new coronavirus.

Coming soon: Theater with14 screens and lots of shopping

Moviegoers and shoppers, get ready for a new "lifestyle center."

Neighborhood of the week: StoneRidge

If you believe that you need to play golf to live in a golf course neighborhood, think again. StoneRidge Golf Community, nestled in the mountains north of Rathdrum, is a hidden paradise perfect for anyone interested in an active, year-round lifestyle.

Still relying on procrastinators?

Sales for holiday shopping season down to the wire

NEW YORK (AP)- Despite an early start, sales data provided to The Associated Press show that stores may once again have to rely on procrastinators to save the holiday shopping season.

Wreaths to be placed at veterans' graves

EPHRATA - To honor those lost, the Columbia Basin Composite Squadron will be placing wreaths on veterans's graves as part of the nationwide event Wreaths Across America.

Meadow Lake golf course has new owners; ribbon cutting next week

The new owners of the Meadow Lake Golf Course want people to know it’s not a private course. Tom Waters and his wife, Gerlinde, purchased the course from longtime owner Peter Tracy last August. This year they’ve set about making it a place that’s friendly to locals and visitors alike.

Wandering wood

Furniture company makes the move to Post Falls

POST FALLS - Downsizing. It's happening all over, and retailers are definitely not immune.

Law enforcement and court records

Lake County District Court, Judge McNeil presiding

Shelter visitor supports decision by Second Chance board

I have been following the ongoing controversy regarding the unfinished structure for the Second Chance Animal Shelter.

REQUEST FOR BIDS

CITY OF MOSES LAKE, WASHINGTON MAINTENANCE FACILITY REMEDIAL ACTION CONSTRUCTION SERVICES

California swamped by jobless claims; LA virus cases rise

LOS ANGELES (AP) — California hired retired state workers and transferred other employees to help process an avalanche of over 1 million unemployment claims amid a surge of job losses from the coronavirus pandemic, the state said Thursday.

California swamped by jobless claims; LA virus cases rise

LOS ANGELES (AP) — California hired retired state workers and transferred other employees to help process an avalanche of over 1 million unemployment claims amid a surge of job losses from the coronavirus pandemic, the state said Thursday.

Local secular humanist group gets new leader

Your business better have a security plan

According to the IBM-sponsored study 2018 Cost of Data Breach, the average cost of a cyber breach has spiked by more than 6 percent since 2017, or about $3.86 million per breach.

Your business better have a cybersecurity plan

According to the IBM-sponsored study 2018 Cost of Data Breach, the average cost of a cyber breach has spiked by more than 6 percent since 2017, or about $3.86 million per breach.

Whitefish tackles rules surrounding marijuana stores

Whitefish tackles rules surrounding marijuana stores

Small Business Saturday: Investment in community

Idaho’s 158,000 small businesses not only drive our economy, spur innovation and create jobs, they reflect the unique character of the state. Residents and tourists feel this each time they visit a local shop, buy an artisanal product or receive outstanding personal service. And on Nov. 24, we invite shoppers to honor their contributions by supporting Small Business Saturday.

Governor orders 1000s of businesses to shut down over virus

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Gov. Tom Wolf issued a sweeping shutdown order to tens of thousands of “non-life-sustaining” businesses Thursday, decreeing they must close their physical locations by 8 p.m. to slow the spread of the coronavirus or face enforcement by state police and other government agencies.

Escape the Winter Chill: Why Sandpoint Residents Should Head to Maui

Aloha, Sandpoint! We know how breathtaking a North Idaho winter can be, but when the short days and frigid nights start to wear you down, it’s time to trade snowbanks for sand dunes. Picture yourself basking in the Hawaiian sun, sipping a tropical drink, and dipping your toes in the warm Pacific waters.

Clark Fork Valley Hospital ramps up telehealth option

Telehealth is nothing new to the healthcare industry and Clark Fork Valley Hospital, but it will now be a tool that is utilized more frequently during the COVID-19 pandemic to connect patients and providers.