Be careful out there

Scammers are everywhere. We have warned you here before about equity skimming scams, rent back-sell back scams, mortgage scams and phony Realtor scams. Last week we were again reminded of the need for vigilance among our own. Scammers not only attempt to victimize property owners, but Realtors as well.

Be careful when selling with Craigslist

Not so long ago, success in using Craigslist to sell real estate was limited. Today the free classified site is considered a required strategy by most sellers, especially those wanting to sell their own property. Recently, we heard of a mourning widow who, finding no use for some of her late husband's possessions offered them for free on Craigslist. Several unsavory fellows showed up for the free stuff, using the opportunity to assess the home, returning later to take expensive tools and other items she had no intention of liquidating.

Couple seeks approval for vacation rentals

A Bigfork couple whose commercial wedding facility was shut down four years ago because of a zoning violation now are asking for permission to operate two separate vacation rental homes on their property.

Bonner County History - March 25, 2021

Bonner County Historical Society and Museum shares interesting stories of the community's people, places and events.

Solutions emerging for property tax problems

Republican legislators have sponsored five and attended seven public forums on property taxes and have had numerous meetings with property owners during the last four months. The present property tax process is unacceptable. It is neither predictable nor stable. No one should be taxed out of their home.

County OKs new site for youth home

A revised site plan that relocates Intermountain’s planned therapeutic youth group home farther away from a waterfowl preserve near Somers got a favorable nod from the Flathead County commissioners on Tuesday.

Six ways to use the Web in your job search

(ARA) - With the unemployment rate in the U.S. hovering around 10.4 percent, many Americans are facing the daunting task of looking for permanent employment. The rise of the Internet has changed the very structure of the job market, making it easier than ever for potential employees to contact managers, companies and each other.

What is the Basin Environmental Improvement Project Commission?

In 1983, the United States Environmental Protection Agency listed the Bunker Hill Mining and Metallurgical Complex in Northern Idaho as a Superfund site due to the high level of heavy metals that had been released into the environment by mining operations.

Couple seeks approval for vacation rentals

A Bigfork couple whose commercial wedding facility was shut down four years ago because of a zoning violation now are asking for permission to operate two separate vacation rental homes on their property.

Solutions emerging for property tax problems

Republican legislators have sponsored five and attended seven public forums on property taxes and have had numerous meetings with property owners during the last four months. The present property tax process is unacceptable. It is neither predictable nor stable. No one should be taxed out of their home.

Solutions emerging for property tax problems

Republican legislators have sponsored five and attended seven public forums on property taxes and have had numerous meetings with property owners during the last four months. The present property tax process is unacceptable. It is neither predictable nor stable. No one should be taxed out of their home.

A career on Main Street

Business leader reflects on 40 years as a local booster

The last five years have become an incredible icing on the cake of a 40-year career of working hand-in-hand with some of the most ambitious and forward-thinking business owners and managers in the country.

Soap Lake Eagles fly past Mansfield as freshman Moats sinks 27 points

Boys basketball recaps

BGH receives Sunderland Foundation Grant

BGH receives Sunderland Foundation Grant

Visiting hours are over

Kootenai Health institutes new restrictions due to rising positivity rate

Starting Wednesday, the hospital will significantly restrict visitors, this while elective surgeries have been put on hold.

More 2019 SHOT Show information

The is the last of a two-part series about the 2019 SHOT Show.

Local briefs May 2, 2012

Visiting violators

Honolulu homelessness crackdown catches tourists

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Veterans Day is tomorrow. Here are a few ways that Kootenai County residents will be honoring and thanking the men and women, and their families, who have served this great nation.

Alternative treatment for ear infections

Almost 35 percent of all pediatric visits are for ear problems - about 10 million cases per year involving ear infections (otitis media). Otitis media is caused either by a bacteria or a virus, and often follows a cold or is caused by the cold. Many children have ear infections year after year, and are at grave risk of suffering permanent hearing loss as well as other developmental problems.