Rising rivers could push Lake Coeur d'Alene to maximum levels

Water from swollen tributaries is expected to “substantially” increase the elevation of Coeur d’Alene Lake in the coming days as heavy rains continue to impact the Pacific Northwest.

Averill Hospitality submits permits for Bridge Street hotel development

Hotel on track for summer 2028 grand opening, Averill says

Averill Hospitality’s 56 Bridge Street hotel took a step forward before the new year, with the company's submittal of a building permit to the city.

Grant deadline looms for Civic Auditorium demo

The Wallace School District is racing to meet a grant deadline that could determine the future of the Civic Auditorium.

Council postpones lot coverage, building footprint changes

The City Council reversed course on amendments to Sandpoint’s residential zoning code, voting 4-2 to postpone implementation until the city’s stormwater masterplan is complete.

Why rural Idaho continues to get left holding the bag

When public funds are redirected to private entities, small, rural communities like the Silver Valley are the ones left out in the cold.

Trail group lands grant

After English Point project, nonprofit looks ahead

After English Point project, nonprofit looks ahead

Trail group lands grant

After English Point project, nonprofit looks ahead

After English Point project, nonprofit looks ahead

Eddy works to steady SCSO

New sheriff already making changes

Budget constraints remain the biggest challenge. Over the summer, the SCSO budget was among the hottest topics in the county.

Silver Mountain responds to criticism following March 13 avalanche

Silverwood has new owners

'Herschend was the only choice for us,' says Paul Norton

“Silverwood will remain Silverwood” under the new ownership of Herschend Family Entertainment Corporation, the world’s largest family-held themed attractions company, the companies announced Friday.

Ambulance district nears full separation from county

“We’re in a really good spot as an ambulance district,” Chief Jeff Lindsey said to the Bonner County commissioners during the Bonner County Ambulance District’s first March meeting.

SV Chamber celebrates volunteers

Zook presented the Chamber’s Precious Gem award, which goes to someone who has gone above and beyond in multiple ways, to Brandon Church, creating a full-circle moment a decade in the making.

New plant coming to Galena Mine

Joint venture to build antimony processing facility

Americas Gold and Silver (USAS) has announced a joint venture with United States Antimony (UAMY) to build and operate an antimony processing plant at the company’s Galena Mine.

Law enforcement face coverings ban moves forward in Olympia

OLYMPIA — Washington’s state House advanced a bill Tuesday, March 3, that prohibits law enforcement officers, including federal agents, from covering their faces while interacting with the public.

Hazel announces bid for legislative seat

Christa Hazel has announced her candidacy for the Idaho House of Representatives seat for Legislative District 4B, challenging incumbent Rep. Elaine Price, R-Coeur d’Alene, in the May Republican primary.

Trial approaches for family charged with poaching

The case of a married couple and their adult son accused of poaching four mountain lions and eight bobcats across three counties in North Idaho is expected to go before a jury in June.

Silverwood has new owners

'Herschend was the only choice for us,' says Paul Norton

“Silverwood will remain Silverwood” under the new ownership of Herschend Family Entertainment Corporation, the world’s largest family-held themed attractions company, the companies announced Friday.

Larson running for District 1B House seat

Sagle resident Kathryn Larson is running for the District 1B House of Representatives seat as an independent in November.

Sandpoint Sharks star at SWAT Summer Solstice meet

The Sandpoint Sharks brought 16 swimmers to the SWAT Summer Solstice swim meet, with some setting new personal records and others making their debut in long-course competitions.

Council to discuss street projects, MOA with Ponderay

The City Council is set to tackle another monster agenda, headlined by street projects and a memorandum of agreement with Ponderay at its Wednesday meeting.