End to Japan nuke crisis is years, a fortune away

TOKYO - Once Japan's leaky nuclear complex stops spewing radiation and its reactors cool down, making the site safe and removing the ruined equipment is going to be a messy ordeal that could take decades and cost hundreds of millions of dollars.

4-team playoff approved

Change goes into effect in 2014

WASHINGTON - Playoffs and tournaments long have determined champions of every college sport from baseball to bowling.

Avalanche Center stresses safety

By LAURA BEHENNA

Top Wisconsin official: Spring election faces many problems

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin could face a litany of problems if it holds its spring election as scheduled despite the coronavirus crisis, including a possible disruption in mail service interfering with absentee voting, a lack of polling sites and the risk of exposing elderly poll workers and voters to the disease, the state's chief elections officer said in a memo released Wednesday.

The pilot and 4 passengers of the Titan submersible are dead, US Coast Guard says

“The debris is consistent with the catastrophic loss of the pressure chamber,” said Rear Adm. John Mauger, of the First Coast Guard District.

Avalanche Center stresses safety

By LAURA BEHENNA

Avalanche Center stresses safety

By LAURA BEHENNA

Wetlands case remanded to district court

Idaho Supreme Court rules against developer of proposed subdivision

The Idaho Supreme Court has reaffirmed that land division applications tied to a proposed 35-lot development in the Coolin Wetlands are subject to judicial review. The decision sends the case back to district court for further proceedings and awards costs on appeal to the petitioners.

Cheeto challenge: taste-testing cheesy snacks

We’ve all seen Cheetos in the store and are quite familiar with the different flavors of the crunchy and puff varieties. I’ve also seen the store brand versions and wondered if they were any good. I sought out the answer.

'Trump Slump' affects some small firearms sellers

Firearm sales increased slightly in 2019 as retailers across the country continue to struggle with a general slump that has plagued the industry since 2016.

China sends more warplanes as Taiwan honors late leader

TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) — China sent more warplanes toward Taiwan for the second day Saturday as the island's leader, senior government officials and a high-level U.S. envoy paid tribute to the man who led Taiwan's transition to democracy, former President Lee Teng-hui.

China sends more warplanes as Taiwan honors late leader

TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) — China sent more warplanes toward Taiwan for the second day Saturday as the island's leader, senior government officials and a high-level U.S. envoy paid tribute to the man who led Taiwan's transition to democracy, former President Lee Teng-hui.

Dogs used to help relieve test stress

CANINE COMFORT

Glacier High School went to the dogs Thursday as part of an effort to help students relax during finals week.

Sports Briefs July 18, 2011

LOCAL CORONAVIRUS BULLETIN Don’t put off care you need

Seeking proper medical care is important, even during a time of social distancing. Having COVID-19 in our community doesn’t mean you should put off going to the doctor for necessary medical care.

Othello School Board OKS 2016-17 budget

Othello School Board

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Newest goose measures are far from humane

I attended the City Council meeting on June 5 to hear public comments that were not on the agenda, specifically addressing the geese waste issue at City Beach.

January Jam tourney ready to throw down

Sandpoint Idaho Cornhole is holding an American Cornhole League regional tournament on Saturday, Jan. 18, at the Bonner County Fairgrounds indoor arena.

Smithsonian coming to Cd'A

Children, teens invited to submit art, video projects for local library exhibits

Eugene Joseph Semanko, 73

Eugene Joseph Semanko, 73, died in Nampa on Dec. 28, 2012, after a courageous battle with cancer, his loving wife of 51 years, Carla, by his side.