Hungry Horse veteran is volunteer, traveler, author

Jack Crandall has visited exotic places like Germany, Korea, Greece, Ireland, Hawaii, Australia, and New Zealand. But after all these experiences, the one place he most wants to see is North Dakota.

A new Glacier memory

Had a rather new adventure 10 days ago on first 2013 visit to Glacier National Park. Left at daylight and drove 300 miles on a solo trip which covered most of the east side, from Marias Pass to Canada border. Having a new adventure is never unexpected in such a vast majestic mountain paradise, and it added something unique to my life among those peaks.

Let's Talk Outside: Explorer visits for Harvest Festival weekend

Frank Berkley Kaderka, 84

Frank Berkley Kaderka passed away on Mother’s Day, May 11, 2025, after a long battle with prostate cancer. He was 84. Frank owned Norm’s Downtown Auto Body in Coeur d’Alene for over 25 years. He was born in Cicero, Illinois, to Gertrude “Betty” Kleve and was later adopted by Frank Kaderka Sr.

Area artists open doors for annual studio tour

Event taking place Aug. 29-31

Explore 20 artists at 16 studios across Sandpoint and nearby towns during the free, self-guided Artists' Studio Tour, Aug. 29–31.

Valerie La Pietra Vander Griend, 72

Valerie La Pietra Vander Griend transitioned to be with our Lord on Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026. Her loving husband, Ron Vander Griend, her sister Lorraine La Pietra, and her daughter Jacqueline Serrano were all by her side with tears and joy as she was finally able to breathe God's air.

Legals June. 26, 2010

AMENDED NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE On FRIDAY, JULY 16. 2010, AT THE HOUR OF 11:00 o'clock A.M., local time, of said day, at the front steps of the Kootenai County Courthouse, 501 Government Way, Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, Michael Schmidt, as Successor Trustee, will sell at public auction to the highest bidder, for cash, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, the following described real property, together with fixtures, of the following described real property in Kootenai County, Idaho: Lot 3, Block 1, BOULDER PARK SUBDIVISION, according to the plat recorded in Book "I" of Plats, Page 457, records of Kootenai County, Idaho Commonly known as: 908 N. Boulder Court, Post Falls, ID 83854 The Trustee has no knowledge of a more particular description of the above referenced real property for purposes of compliance with Section 60-113 Idaho Code. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty regarding title, possession or encumbrance to satisfy the obligations secured by and pursuant to the power of sale conferred in the Deed of Trust described as follows: A Deed of Trust to secure an indebtedness of $260,000.00, and any other amounts as therein provided, payable under the terms, conditions, provisions and stipulations thereof. Dated: April 26, 2007 Grantor: Rodney L. Hollen and Sonia D. Hollen, husband and wife Trustee: Brad L. Williams, Attorney at Law Beneficiary: American West Bank Recorded: May 2, 2007 Instrument No.: 2097471000 Loan No.: 1100011885 An Assignment of Rents between Rodney L. Hollen and Sonia D. Hollen, husband and wife and American West Bank recorded May 2, 2007 as Instrument No. 2097472000. THE GRANTORS NAMED HEREIN ARE LISTED TO COMPLY WITH SECTION 45-1506 OF THE IDAHO CODE. No representation is made whether or not they are currently responsible for the obligation listed herein. The default for which this sale is to be made is the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is in default for failure of the obligors to make monthly payments since September 2009. As of October 13, 2009, the outstanding principal balance owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust was $249,113.89 plus accrued interest and late charges of $3,121.51. Additional interest accrues at the rate of 7.75% per annum or $53.6287 per day. Grantors must also pay outstanding taxes, interest, penalties, late charges, service charges, appraisal fees, title policy fees, and any other disbursements, costs fees or expenses incurred or paid by the Beneficiary and/or Trustee associated with this Notice of Default and/or foreclosure as provided by the Deed of Trust, Promissory Note, or by Idaho Law. American West Bank is the Beneficiary. MICHAEL SCHMIDT, Attorney at Law, is successor trustee of said Deed of Trust. DATED:6-3-10 ____________________________ Michael Schmidt, Trustee 601 East Front Avenue, Suite 502, Coeur d'Alene, Idaho 83814 208-667-0517 Legal 10138 June 12, 19, 26, 2010

AP News Digest 7 a.m.

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AP News Digest 7 a.m.

Here are the AP's latest coverage plans, top stories and promotable content. All times EST. For up-to-the minute information on AP's coverage, visit Coverage Plan at https://newsroom.ap.org.

Cars, contractors among top issues for Idaho consumers

Cars, contractors and landlords topped the list of consumer complaints in Idaho last year.

Drainage flaws plague ESC

ANALYSIS: Unintelligible intelligence

In an earlier article, I introduced artificial intelligence (AI) and my views of its dangers. (CDA Press, May 12, 2023 and Blog.UylessBlack.com). I called AI unintelligible intelligence, because AI experts often do not understand what AI operations are doing — even the specialists who wrote the software for the AI operations.

Drainage flaws plague ESC

Drainage flaws plague ESC

Year-round market celebrates region’s best

COCOLALLA — If you really want to support our local economy and its agricultural community, it is not only possible, it’s easier than ever now that Thomas and Darla Fletcher have opened the Only Local Farmers Market in the log cabin near the post office in Cocolalla.

Police investigate bomb threats at Kalispell and Columbia Falls grocery stores

Kalispell Police Department responded to a report of a bomb threat at a grocery store in the east north area of town at 9 p.m. Saturday.

Glen Edward Blanchard

Jan. 19, 1947 — Sept. 27, 2020

The big man has left the building. He left his shop tidy and neat, with all the tools back in their proper place; but for the first time in his recorded history, he left a few things on the “to-do” list un-done.

Not just for men: NIC programs lead to role-breaking jobs

When Krystyna Zak was growing up, her dad was a regular Mr. Fix-It. She used to follow him around in his shop, asking if she could help. Once, he gave her an old radio to take apart, and though she never did manage to put it back together, she enjoyed seeing what it was made of. It was like pulling apart the pieces of a puzzle to see how they fit.

Letters to the Editor

Thanks for the memories

Virus restrictions to be eased in 24 Pennsylvania counties

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — About 1.5 million Pennsylvania residents will be able to freely leave their homes next week, and retail shops and other businesses will be able to reopen, as Gov. Tom Wolf on Friday lifted some pandemic restrictions on 24 largely rural counties.