KTEC: The opportunity of a lifetime

On Aug. 24 we citizens have a chance to make a difference in the lives of young people in Kootenai County for generations to come.

Movers and shakers

Stimulus plan must be cautious. Inter Lake editorial

Sen. Jon Tester is absolutely right when he says that a jobs stimulus bill being cooked up in Congress needs to come with accountability, transparency and a serious degree of scrutiny.

Businesses encouraged to look north to Canada

Underwood's presentation draws many during recent three-day stay

Speaker explains dangers of drugs

John Underwood, founder, researcher and trainer for the American Athletic Institute, kicked off his three-day stay in Lincoln County by presenting to a packed house of youth and community leaders Wednesday, May 9, at the Double J Bed and Breakfast in Troy.  

Not thrilled by Zoom meeting

Originally I was told that the winter Interlocal would be held at Glacier Park headquarters. Also, provisions would be made for folks concerned about Covid to attend by Zoom. That seemed like a good way to go — that is the way we conduct school board meetings although I suspect some folks use Zoom just to avoid leaving the house.

Supreme Court last chance for Trump to block Twitter critics

NEW YORK (AP) — President Donald Trump will have to go to the U.S. Supreme Court if he wants to block critics from his personal Twitter account.

AP News Digest 3 a.m.

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Input sought on community development grant

The city of Coeur d’Alene is seeking comments on its recently drafted Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) for Community Development Block Grant funding. The plan covers the period of Oct. 1, 2024, through Sept. 30, 2025.

Whitefish Pilot’s back to school photo contest

The Whitefish Pilot’s back to school photo contest is returning for the 2025 school year.

Timber harvest planned for Farragut area

Timber harvest operations on about 132 acres within the Farragut Wildlife Management Area are expected to get underway in the coming days. The harvest will take place south of East Perimeter Road and west of North Perimeter Road.

New magistrate judges named

Two new magistrate judges will join the First Judicial District in July.

New magistrate judges named

Two new magistrate judges will join the First Judicial District in July.

New magistrate judges named

Two new magistrate judges will join the First Judicial District in July.

Rathdrum father charged with attempted murder of child

Police arrested a Rathdrum man Friday night who allegedly admitted to abusing his child, causing serious injuries and leaving her in critical condition, according to the Rathdrum Police Department.

Bloated public salaries at heart of Iraq's economic woes

BAGHDAD (AP) — Long-time Iraqi civil servant Qusay Abdul-Amma panicked when his monthly salary was delayed. Days of waiting turned to weeks. He defaulted on rent and other bills.

Bloated public salaries at heart of Iraq's economic woes

BAGHDAD (AP) —

Bloated public salaries at heart of Iraq's economic woes

BAGHDAD (AP) — Long-time Iraqi civil servant Qusay Abdul-Amma panicked when his monthly salary was delayed. Days of waiting turned to weeks. He defaulted on rent and other bills.

Bloated public salaries at heart of Iraq's economic woes

BAGHDAD (AP) — Long-time Iraqi civil servant Qusay Abdul-Amma panicked when his monthly salary was delayed. Days of waiting turned to weeks. He defaulted on rent and other bills.

Bloated public salaries at heart of Iraq's economic woes

BAGHDAD (AP) — Long-time Iraqi civil servant Qusay Abdul-Amma panicked when his monthly salary was delayed. Days of waiting turned to weeks. He defaulted on rent and other bills.