Virus lockdown changes how Hindus celebrate holy period

LUCKNOW, India (AP) — Rukmani Sharma fears the virus that has turned the world upside down. But as a devout Hindu, she also fears for her soul.

ANALYSIS: Board meeting could seal NIC’s fate

The events about to transpire at Monday’s meeting of the North Idaho College Board of Trustees could be a death knell for the college’s accreditation and possibly the college itself.

Simple hiking benefits body and soul

It’s that time again: Perfect weather to experience the outdoors in beautiful North Idaho. Sunshine, gorgeous scenery, clean air. The occasional breeze rustling through the trees. Birds chirping and squirrels scurrying as the deer graze.

FWP warns of possible fishing closures in NW Montana

NWS is predicting a brief break in the weather this week in northwest Montana. Forecasters are saying the low temperatures will be in the mid 40s to low 50s while highs will range from about 80 to 90.

All smiles on campus

NIC celebrates new dental tech program, expansion of Meyer Health and Sciences building

Students, staff, trustees, community members and other North Idaho College dignitaries were all smiles Thursday afternoon as the college invited one and all to share in the excitement of NIC's new dental clinic and the expansion of the Meyer Health and Sciences building.

Superior host Tech Night

Parents and students got a taste of the technology Superior students are using in the classroom Thursday night at the annual Tech Night event.

Lightning storms ignite bone-dry timber across Northwest Montana

By RICHARD HANNERS

Ronan's Foust will play in Junior World Championship

RONAN — William Foust of Ronan will play the biggest rounds of golf of his life July 12-16 at the famous Torrey Pines in San Diego, CA when he will face off against the world's best junior golfers in the Junior World Championship.

Lightning storms ignite bone-dry timber across Northwest Montana

By RICHARD HANNERS

Pork meat bound for Montana food banks following feral swine investigation

The delivery was made possible by Producer Partnership, the country’s only USDA-inspected, nonprofit livestock processing facility.

River to Rails Jamboree to bring hundreds of ATV riders to Mineral County

“We are so excited to be in Montana for 2026,” said Meg Allen of the River to Rails Jamboree.

With Woodland Park pond’s skating future on thin ice, Council looks to recast its use

Skating on Woodland Park pond is becoming a memory of winters past.

Madrid resists government pressure to extend soft lockdown

MADRID (AP) — Authorities in Madrid are expanding restrictions on movement to another eight areas of the Spanish capital, which is leading the country’s coronavirus contagion curve, despite a recommendation from the national government that the partial lockdown should apply to all of the city.

Asian shares advance on Wall St jobs rally, OPEC plus deal

BANGKOK (AP) — Shares advanced Monday in Asia, buoyed by surprisingly strong U.S. jobs figures that helped power a surge on Wall Street on Friday.

Asian shares advance on Wall St jobs rally, OPEC plus deal

BANGKOK (AP) — Shares advanced Monday in Asia, buoyed by surprisingly strong U.S. jobs figures that helped power a surge on Wall Street on Friday.

Makers gotta make: finding solace, joy in dangerous times

Their reasons may differ, but crafters agree: Makers gotta make. Those who create things by hand — who weld, weave, play in clay or paints — are pursuing their passions the best they can during the coronavirus pandemic.

Makers gotta make: finding solace, joy in dangerous times

Their reasons may differ, but crafters agree: Makers gotta make. Those who create things by hand — who weld, weave, play in clay or paints — are pursuing their passions the best they can during the coronavirus pandemic.

Makers gotta make: finding solace, joy in dangerous times

Their reasons may differ, but crafters agree: Makers gotta make. Those who create things by hand — who weld, weave, play in clay or paints — are pursuing their passions the best they can during the coronavirus pandemic.

Makers gotta make: finding solace, joy in dangerous times

Their reasons may differ, but crafters agree: Makers gotta make. Those who create things by hand — who weld, weave, play in clay or paints — are pursuing their passions the best they can during the coronavirus pandemic.

Wisconsin recount cleared to begin after partisan fight

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — The Wisconsin Elections Commission has agreed to issue an order to recount ballots in two heavily liberal counties at President Donald Trump's request, but only after hours of contentious debate that may foreshadow the partisan battle ahead.