Property assessment notices cause confusion

As the 2023 property value assessment notices hit mailboxes, a note has reportedly caused confusion for many Kootenai County property owners.

Yontan Gonpo, 84

Yontan Yeshe Gonpo passed away on March 6, 2024, in Sandpoint, Idaho.

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A dream fulfilled: Pursuit of the northern pygmy-owl successful

I’ve been searching for a northern pygmy-owl for the past few winters now, and honestly, I was starting to lose hope.

Avalanche danger high; slide halts U.S. 2 traffic

An avalanche on the southern edge of Glacier National Park dumped nearly 3 feet of snow onto U.S. 2 early Tuesday morning, putting a temporary halt to both lanes of traffic 10 miles west of Essex.

Evergreen residents offer mixed opinions on prerelease facility plans

Neighbors of a proposed prerelease facility in Evergreen are showing strong opposition to the center, while some business owners said such a facility could provide an opportunity to hire employees who are in short supply.

Legals for December, 8 2023

State officials give more information on slow reopening process

OLYMPIA — State officials on Monday provided some more details about Gov. Jay Inslee’s four-phase plan to reopen the state following the governor’s orders in late March to shut down “non-essential” businesses and ban large gatherings.

Denney Martin Seamster, 101

Denney Martin Seamster, 101, died peacefully on Oct. 19, 2016. He was welcomed into heaven by his wife of more than 70 years, Merle Estelee Crowell Seamster, who preceded him in death in 2012. He was also preceded in death by his parents, Amy E. Hawkins and Albert S. Seamster; stepfather Peter D. Hawkins and brother Glen A. Seamster.

A note from 2023 Ag Parade Grand Marshal Cheryl Driggs Elkins

MOSES LAKE – I go to all the Moses Lake parades with the Ag Parade being a favorite because it features the gard working men and women who farm now and those in our history who helped Moses Lake become the town that it is. It was totally unexpected when I was asked to be the Grand Marshal this year, but pride in my family’s past allowed me to accept as a way to honor and respect them.

Bonner County News of Record - April 22, 2024

Police log information for Sandpoint, Ponderay, and Priest River police departments; and the Bonner County Sheriff's Office.

Trump's executive order gives TikTok a reprieve. What happens next?

President Donald Trump has directed his Justice Department to pause enforcement of the TikTok ban until early April, but a host of questions remain - including whether Trump has the authority to issue such an order and if TikTok’s China-based parent would be amenable to selling the popular social media platform.

Huskies sweep Prosser, head into final stretch of regular season

OTHELLO – With a sweep of Prosser on Friday, the Othello Huskies improved to 10-1 this spring with convincing 10-0 and 15-0 wins over the Mustangs. Friday’s doubleheader came two weeks after Othello’s previous outing, a home doubleheader against Ellensburg on April 5.

Runway repairs timed around narrow weather window, says airport director

Business community worried about closure during peak season

Glacier Park International Airport will significantly limit operations for four weeks during peak tourism season next year, but federal regulation and the project's scope leaves no better option, according to Airport Director Rob Ratkowski.

Bonner County Calendar - March 27, 2025

A look at the events, activities, and meetings happening around Bonner County, from Sandpoint to Cocolalla, from Priest River to Ponderay, and from Clark Fork to Dover.

The Knights win third straight game

ROYAL CITY – The Knights shut down the Wapato Wolves on Tuesday at home 3-0 to improve to 11-3 on the season. Though the Knights will take a win any day, Head Coach Jens Jensen felt they left some scores out on the field.

IFG to stock area waterways

Nearly 15,000 rainbow trout will be stocked in the region this month

It's time to grab your fishing gear and enjoy the last days of summer while you can.

Keeping Score: Glacier High Coach Amanda Cram on building a championship mindset

Glacier High School Girls Basketball Head Coach Amanda Cram joins Keeping Score's Josh Amick to talk about leadership, resilience, and what makes this year’s Wolfpack squad so special.

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Notice of SEPA Mitigated Determination of Non-significance

Nevada judge to decide GOP bid to stop Vegas ballot counting

LAS VEGAS (AP) — A Nevada state judge said Wednesday he’ll decide “soon” whether county election officials can continue to process mail-in ballots and use a computer to verify voter signatures in the Las Vegas area.