Youth leadership

Warden’s Anthony Gutierrez, a sophomore captain, named Athlete of the Week

WARDEN – After a 43-point performance in Warden’s 86-80 win over Granger, Warden sophomore point guard Anthony Gutierrez was named Athlete of the Week by the Washington Interscholastic Activities Association last week. “My teammates got me some open looks,” Gutierrez said. “(Granger) knew who I was, they knew I was going to shoot the three-ball. I was working off the ball, I really didn’t get that many layups. Most of my points were from threes.” ...

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: When in doubt, get 'em a beef stick!

Many football coaches say the politically correct thing when they say they say they want to recruit local players, because it heightens local interest in the program. Even better if those local players are key contributors to a program which is coming off just its third winning season this century, and its first FCS playoff appearance since 1995.

Barriers to betterment

Money, insurance, stigma create hurdles for those seeking detox services

A journey of 1,000 miles doesn't begin until the first step is taken. That first step might be the hardest step someone grappling with substance abuse will ever take, especially when the journey is sure to be difficult as it leads to sobriety — a seemingly unattainable destination for those under the weight of addiction.

The miracle of Christmas for All

Since the day after Thanksgiving, lots of love has streamed in, in the form of checks, cash and credit card donations, piling up like the never-ending snowstorms that have transformed North Idaho this holiday season into a glorious winter wonderland.

PRESS CHRISTMAS FOR ALL: A warm home for Christmas

“Clara,” a disabled senior, hesitates to ask for help. Years ago, when she ran a local business, she donated annually to Christmas for All and other charity programs. She later survived cancer, but medical bills and other challenges forced her business to close. “It was so nice and so difficult at the same time to be on the other end of that,” she said. “I wasn’t used to it. But it has given me a new appreciation for people who do kindness because it makes the heart feel good, not for any other reason.”

Community briefs

CAPNM announces class; Spring semester at FVCC begins Jan. 17

PRESS CHRISTMAS FOR ALL: Grandma fights for grandchild

“Amelia” would do anything for her granddaughter. This year, the disabled 58-year-old Post Falls woman went from being homeless to moving into her own apartment. Then she found herself faced with a decision: take in her infant granddaughter or see the 1-month-old baby enter foster care.

Numerica donates $40K for youth organizations

UGM gets $10K

Numerica President and CEO Carla Cicero surprised the families earlier this month at the nonprofits

STCU honors exceptional staff volunteerism

STCU employees once again showed their passion for community service by documenting a record 10,000 hours of volunteerism in 12 months. The volunteers including 18 employees who served at least 80 hours of volunteerism for a single organization. Scores of others exceeded the 16 hours of paid time off that every STCU employee receives annually for volunteer activities.

Recalling the joy of Christmas morning

Parents shared the greatest gift of all

The gift of Christmas while growing up

Legals for December, 24 2022

Libby man sentenced on meth possession charge

Bohn was given credit for serving 85 days in the Lincoln County Detention Center and released.

PRESS CHRISTMAS FOR ALL: Family makes it work through trying times

This is the story of a family of five that has tirelessly worked to overcome life's obstacles and make the best out of their situation.

Weekend TV/Radio highlights

Television and radio highlights for upcoming weekend.

Local kids 'Shop with a Cop' for seventh year

Held on both Saturday and Sunday, members of local law enforcement agencies met up with the participating kids at the Shoshone County Fire District No. 1 firehouse in Osburn and treated them to a little shopping spree to help spread some holiday cheer.

NIC: Support for President Nick Swayne

This letter is in support of NIC President Dr. Nick Swayne.

EARLY SIGNING PERIOD: Johnson, Green, Miller among 39 Idaho signees, 13 from Idaho

The Vandals announced the signing of 39 players to letters of intent on Wednesday, the first day of the three-day early signing period. Of those, 13 are from Idaho, including six from North Idaho. They are: linebacker Zach Johnson and offensive lineman Alex Green of Lake City High; defensive lineman Trevor Miller of Post Falls; defensive lineman Matyus McLain of Priest River and tight end James White and safety Brayden Rice of Lewiston.

PRESS CHRISTMAS FOR ALL Laptop a lifeline for NIC student

"Danny" was homeless, but not at all hopeless.

State Board of Ed president to NIC students: 'We have your back'

Idaho State Board of Education President Kurt Liebich made two statements during today’s regular Board meeting in Boise about recent developments at North Idaho College (NIC). He opened the meeting by speaking about the State Board’s limited role regarding Idaho’s community colleges, and NIC’s accreditation.

Court Records— Dec. 22, 2022

Boundary County Court Records— Dec. 22, 2022