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Silver Mountain responds to avalanche criticism
March 24, 2026 1:06 a.m.

Silver Mountain responds to avalanche criticism

Skier questions whether adequate mitigation work was done prior to opening

Farnham said Silver Mountain did not initially acknowledge the scope of avalanche activity publicly and expressed concern about transparency, particularly given that General Manager Jeff Colburn also serves as president of Ski Idaho, an organization funded in part through taxpayer‑supported tourism revenues.

‘Awl’ for one
February 9, 2026 1:08 a.m.

‘Awl’ for one

Vikings, Timberwolves team up

Crosstown rivals came together as friends once again this week in support of local nonprofits.

February 6, 2026 11:29 a.m.

Why rural Idaho continues to get left holding the bag

When public funds are redirected to private entities, small, rural communities like the Silver Valley are the ones left out in the cold.

February 2, 2026 1 a.m.

Kootenai County Drug Court launches support group

A new support group aims to strength long-term recovery for graduates of Kootenai County’s Drug Court program, as well as current participants.

Gas prices see biggest overnight hike since 2022
March 4, 2026 1 a.m.

Gas prices see biggest overnight hike since 2022

The average price for a gallon of gasoline jumped 11 cents across the U.S. overnight into Tuesday, according to AAA Idaho public affairs director Matthew Conde. Eleven cents might seem like little more than pocket change, but when it pushes pump prices past $3, drivers take note.

Gas prices see biggest overnight hike since 2022
March 5, 2026 1 a.m.

Gas prices see biggest overnight hike since 2022

The average price for a gallon of gasoline jumped 11 cents across the U.S. overnight into Tuesday, according to AAA Idaho public affairs director Matthew Conde. Eleven cents might seem like little more than pocket change, but when it pushes pump prices past $3, drivers take note.

Julie Hensley: Ready to lead
May 12, 2026 1:06 a.m.

Julie Hensley: Ready to lead

She and her husband Joshua, who worked in law enforcement, also have built and managed several small businesses, and she handled the financial side. They also owned and managed properties.

Continuing the tree planting tradition
April 30, 2026 midnight

Continuing the tree planting tradition

Montana celebrated its 124th Arbor Day last week. To continue the tradition of planting trees on Arbor Day, Nicole Camel brought a class of sixteen eighth graders from Polson Middle School to the Polson Skate Park, ready for shovel duty.

Absentee ballot requests open for May 19 primary
April 17, 2026 1:07 a.m.

Absentee ballot requests open for May 19 primary

Voters can still request absentee ballots ahead of the May 19 primary election.

New shop anchors $2M Kellogg upgrades
April 20, 2026 1:08 a.m.

New shop anchors $2M Kellogg upgrades

Most projects should be finished before summer ends
Bruce Mattare: Focused on growth, accountability
May 15, 2026 1:06 a.m.

Bruce Mattare: Focused on growth, accountability

Bruce Mattare said he takes a businesslike approach to his role as a Kootenai County commissioner, one focused on metrics and results. “Everything can be put into numbers,” he said. “It’s a matter of having the fortitude and the understanding that it can be done.”

Business group shares parking plan concerns
July 1, 2026 1 a.m.

Business group shares parking plan concerns

Upcoming parking changes were the focus of a meeting between local business owners and representatives and city officials on Tuesday at the Marigold Bistro. Attendees asked questions and raised concerns about the plan, which takes effect today, July 1.

Sasquatch narrowly fall to ISB in game two of NNU Classic
July 18, 2026 1 a.m.

Sasquatch narrowly fall to ISB in game two of NNU Classic

The Sandpoint Sasquatch 17U couldn't hang onto a late lead against ISB 18U at the Northwest Nazarene University Classic on Thursday night.