Tax protests taxing for all of us

Another Idaho tax protester has made the news for not paying his taxes - and this time it isn't an elected official. Shouldn't it make us proud that our citizens are following the examples of our leaders? After all, if it is an admirable thing to stand up for your convictions, shouldn't the refusal of Hayden resident Scott Grunsted to file his state income tax returns because he disagrees philosophically with his tax obligations be worthy of praise? So why does his valiant deed feel far more villainous than heroic?

Partial sleep apnea?

DEAR DR. GOTT: A person I work with says he has partial sleep apnea. He has never fainted in front of anyone; he just says he needs to sit down and sleep for 15 minutes to an hour. Can this be true? Other people have to pick up his slack.

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Tax protests taxing for all of us  

Honoring American Indian Heritage Week

North Idaho College hosting a variety of events

Where there's water, danger lurks

It was a tragedy.

Grad Nite celebration should be all-inclusive

I’ve worked at the alternative high school for a while now. I can remember before I started there, driving by and thinking it was some kind of minimum security high school.

Rita Frances 'Connie' Modesto, 96

On Wednesday, April 14, 2021, Rita Frances “Connie” Modesto passed away at the age of 96.

Please give, but always give wisely

This is the time of year when many of us are taking stock and making decisions about charitable giving. In fact, the average person makes almost 25 percent of their annual donations between Thanksgiving and New Year’s, according to Center on Philanthropy.

Iran FM: Scientist acquitted in US trade secrets case freed

TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — An Iranian scientist imprisoned in the U.S. after being acquitted in a federal trade secrets case is on his way back to Iran after being freed, the country's foreign minister said Tuesday.

Iran scientist acquitted in US trade secrets case deported

TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — An Iranian scientist imprisoned in the U.S. and acquitted in a federal trade secrets case is on his way back to Iran after being deported, the country's foreign minister said Tuesday.

Glacier National Park advance vehicle reservations available Jan. 25

Advance vehicle reservation tickets for Glacier National Park become available Jan. 25 at 8 a.m. Mountain Time, officials said Tuesday.

Judges from across Europe march to defend Polish peers

WARSAW, Poland (AP) — Judges from across Europe, many of them dressed in their judicial robes, marched silently in Warsaw on Saturday in a show of solidarity with Polish peers who are protesting a bill that would allow the government to fire judges who issue rulings officials don't like.

Judges from across Europe march to defend Polish peers

WARSAW, Poland (AP) — Judges from across Europe, many of them dressed in their judicial robes, marched silently in Warsaw on Saturday in a show of solidarity with Polish peers who are protesting a bill that would allow the government to fire judges who issue rulings officials don't like.

Tousart's goal gives Lyon hard-fought 1-0 win over Juventus

LYON, France (AP) — A rare goal from combative midfielder Lucas Tousart gave hard-working Lyon a 1-0 home win against Juventus in the first leg of their round-of-16 game in the Champions League on Wednesday.

Judges from across Europe march to defend Polish peers

WARSAW, Poland (AP) — Judges from across Europe, many of them dressed in their judicial robes, marched silently in Warsaw on Saturday in a show of solidarity with Polish peers who are protesting a bill that would allow the government to fire judges who issue rulings officials don't like.

Under the Big Sky brings three days of music to Flathead Valley

Under the Big Sky is turning up the volume for a sixth year, bringing an array of country, folk, bluegrass and rock acts to center stage just outside Whitefish this weekend.

Under the Big Sky brings three days of music to Flathead Valley

Under the Big Sky is turning up the volume for a sixth year, bringing an array of country, folk, bluegrass and rock acts to center stage just outside Whitefish this weekend.

Troubled Iran struggles to maintain sway over Iraq militias

BAGHDAD (AP) — Iraqi militia factions expected the usual cash handout when the new head of Iran’s expeditionary Quds Force made his first visit to Baghdad earlier this year, succeeding the slain Gen. Qassim Soleimani. Instead, to their disappointment, Esmail Ghaani brought them silver rings.

Troubled Iran struggles to maintain sway over Iraq militias

BAGHDAD (AP) — Iraqi militia factions expected the usual cash handout when the new head of Iran’s expeditionary Quds Force made his first visit to Baghdad earlier this year, succeeding the slain Gen. Qassim Soleimani. Instead, to their disappointment, Esmail Ghaani brought them silver rings.

NVH celebrates five years in new facility