PREP SOFTBALL: Badgers win on Senior Night, drop games to Timberlake and Post Falls

The Badgers softball team (11-9) breezed past the Priest River Spartans (0-12) on an April 23 double-header in Bonners Ferry, winning the first game 18-3 and the second game 17-8.

Man seeks $2.5 million in damages for town hall removal

A man is seeking $2.5 million in damages from Kootenai County, alleging that Sheriff Bob Norris violated his constitutional rights by removing him from a legislative town hall and zip-tying his hands after he spoke against the actions of then-unidentified security personnel.

Norris did his job at town hall, AG says, and we agree

Wendy Olson, an attorney for Borrenpohl, filed a tort claim with Kootenai County in April, which she then said "is the first step in the civil legal system for pursuing justice for Teresa and holding Lear Asset Management and Sheriff Norris responsible for the disturbing events that happened at the town hall event.

Council to decide fate of City Beach RV Park Wednesday

The City Council is set to decide whether Averill Hospitality should take control of the land where the City Beach RV Park sits at their next meeting on Wednesday.

Medicaid cuts could have dire consequences in Silver Valley

IDHW says changes necessary to curb rising costs

Sweeping Medicaid cuts have rural medical professionals bracing for impact, and one nursing home in the Silver Valley is pushing back.

City Council adopts $49.9M budget, 2026 fee schedule

Council discussed parking plan and development impact fees

The Sandpoint City Council adopted the city’s fiscal year 2026 budget and fee schedule at its Aug. 20 meeting.

Man seeks $2.5 million in damages for town hall removal

A man is seeking $2.5 million in damages from Kootenai County, alleging that Sheriff Bob Norris violated his constitutional rights by removing him from a legislative town hall and zip-tying his hands after he spoke against the actions of then-unidentified security personnel.

Falling, but getting back up is the key

Tired, while running on Tubbs, I tripped on a rocky patch and went down hard on my knee. More embarrassing than anything because there were witnesses. Sunday night, I retrieved the dog blankets from her doghouse on the back deck so I could wash them, as they get a bit smelly. I loaded them up in my arms and walked through the living room to the stairs leading down to the laundry room downstairs.

PREP TRACK & FIELD: Badgers go south for state championship meet

Idaho leaders weigh in on grizzly plan

Conservation group says changes would weaken protection for endangered bears

Idaho officials and conservationists are weighing in this week, taking opposite stances on the federal government's plan to shift management responsibility for grizzly bear recovery to the state level, giving greater control to Idaho, Montana and Wyoming.

FALL SPORTS PREVIEW 2026: Sandpoint swimming prepared to continue state dominance

For coaches, hunger for a first-time victory can be the greatest motivating tool in their arsenal. Sandpoint High swimming head coach Greg Jackson doesn't have that.

Idaho leaders weigh in on grizzly plan

Conservation group says changes would weaken protection for endangered bears

Idaho officials and conservationists are weighing in this week, taking opposite stances on the federal government's plan to shift management responsibility for grizzly bear recovery to the state level, giving greater control to Idaho, Montana and Wyoming.

Another restaurant chain, Friendly's, hits wall in pandemic

WILBRAHAM, Mass. (AP) — Friendly's Restaurants, the 85-year-old East Coast dining chain known for its Fribble milkshakes and ice cream sundaes, is filing for bankruptcy protection.

Another restaurant chain, Friendly's, hits wall in pandemic

WILBRAHAM, Mass. (AP) — Friendly's Restaurants, the 85-year-old East Coast dining chain known for its Fribble milkshakes and ice cream sundaes, is filing for bankruptcy protection.

Another restaurant chain, Friendly's, hits wall in pandemic

WILBRAHAM, Mass. (AP) — Friendly's Restaurants, the 85-year-old East Coast dining chain known for its Fribble milkshakes and ice cream sundaes, is filing for bankruptcy protection.

China announces new restrictions on US diplomats' activities

BEIJING (AP) — China has announced new restrictions on the activities of U.S. diplomats working in mainland China and Hong Kong, in what it called a justified response to similar measures imposed on Chinese diplomats in the U.S. last year.

Italy imposes partial lockdown for Christmas holiday

MILAN (AP) — Italian Premier Giuseppe Conte on Friday announced there will be a partial lockdown nationwide for most of the Christmas holiday season, citing concerns that gatherings of families and friends could re-ignite the virus’s spread.

Italy imposes partial lockdown for Christmas holiday

MILAN (AP) — Italian Premier Giuseppe Conte on Friday announced there will be a partial lockdown nationwide for most of the Christmas holiday season, citing concerns that gatherings of families and friends could re-ignite the virus’s spread.

Jill Biden names director for military families program

WASHINGTON (AP) — Days before Joe Biden becomes president, incoming first lady Jill Biden took a step Thursday toward fulfilling a promise to revive a program for military families that she and former first lady Michelle Obama once led.

North Idaho Briefs April 10, 2013