Idaho parks department eyes voluntary trail pass program

BOISE, Idaho (AP) — The director of the Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation said Friday that his agency is starting a voluntary trail pass program as part of a long-range goal to raise awareness and eventually money for non-motorized trail maintenance.

Okinawa governor wants tougher action as 61 Marines infected

TOKYO (AP) — The governor of Japan's Okinawa island demanded a top U.S. military commander take tougher prevention measures and more transparency hours after officials were told that more than 60 Marines at two bases have been infected with the coronavirus over the past few days.

Local option tax is good for Sandpoint

The carousel is not seeking any money from the LOT,

Northern Idaho's anti-government streak hampers COVID fight

COEUR D'ALENE, Idaho (AP) — Northern Idaho has a long and deep streak of anti-government activism that has confounded attempts to battle a COVID-19 outbreak overwhelming hospitals in the deeply conservative region.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: USC, UCLA left for the cash — and left their fans behind

There are a million things wrong with this disgusting spectacle, this ugly picture of supposedly honorable universities dragging their semi-pro football programs from one conference to another.

US says Russian warplane hits American drone over Black Sea

Russia's Defense Ministry said the U.S. drone was flying over the Black Sea near Crimea and intruded in the area that was declared off limits by Russia as part of what it calls its “special military operation” in Ukraine

Campaign attire banned at Mississippi polls, masks suggested

JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — Mississippi's top elections official is reminding people not to wear campaign clothing when they go to vote, because that is banned by state law.

Muldown second graders: How to cook a turkey

How to cook a turkey

The Exhausted Dad: The final bike rider

Fun fact: Almost 65% of all commercials depicting parenthood feature images of a parent teaching a kid how to ride a bike.

THANKS: A veteran's salute

Recently my wife and I were grocery shopping in Hayden and I was provided one of the best days of my life.

Mel Dick honored as chamber's top volunteer

SANDPOINT — The Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce has selected Mel Dick as February’s Volunteer of the Month in recognition of his service to the community.

Okinawa governor wants tougher action as 61 Marines infected

TOKYO (AP) — The governor of Japan's Okinawa island demanded a top U.S. military commander take tougher prevention measures and more transparency hours after officials were told that more than 60 Marines at two bases have been infected with the coronavirus over the past few days.

Idaho Servant Adventures seeks to help Shoshone County residents

Residents needing minor home repairs in the Silver Valley are being sought for a summer service project through Lutherhaven. Idaho Servant Adventures is preparing to send out over 600 young volunteers this summer to impact the community through acts of service such as painting homes or small home repairs.

Shoshone enters into coroner mutual aid agreement

Loaned refrigerated container to store overflow of deceased

The Shoshone County Coroner's Office recently entered into a mutual aid agreement with other Idaho counties in an effort to manage the increase in COVID-related deaths that have occurred locally over the last few weeks.

New clusters pop up; Europe debates summer tourist season

BRUSSELS (AP) — New coronavirus clusters have appeared as nations struggle to balance reopening economies with preventing a second wave of infections and deaths, while in Europe, a debate erupted over the summer travel season.

Bonner County Calendar - June 6, 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.

Olympic rugby player shares coffee with world stage

Olympic rugby player shares coffee with world stage

Legals June 20, 2019

LEGAL NOTICE CITY OF ROYAL CITY REQUEST FOR STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS FOR PROFESSIONAL ARCHITECTURAL, ENGINEERING AND GENERAL LAND SURVEYING SERVICES ON CALL SERVICES NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Royal City has issued a Request for Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for professional architectural, engineering and general land surveying services. SOQ Title: City of Royal City Request for Statement of Qualifications for Professional Architectural, Engineering, and General Land Surveying Services. SOQ Due Date and Time: Monday, July 08, 2019, not later than 4:00 p.m., PST. Brief Scope of Services: The City is soliciting the interest of qualified professional consulting firms to provide a full range of on call municipal architectural, engineering and general land surveying services for a contract period of September 1, 2019 - August 31,2022. The complete SOQ, including all submittal requirements, can be viewed on the City's website at royalcitywa.org. A Paper copy may be obtained by contacting the City of Royal City, 445 Camelia Street NE, PO Box 1239 Royal City, WA 99357, (509) 346-2263, or requesting a copy by email at [email protected]. The City of Royal City is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. The City of Royal City encourages women, disadvantaged, minority, and veteran-owned consultant firms to apply. #06041/303023 Pub: June 20, 2019

Emerald Creek Garnet Area reopens to the public

Located on the St. Joe Ranger District, the area is reopening for the first time since fall 2018.

From the archives - June 3, 2021

The shelves were stocked clear to the ceiling, some items reached only by climbing ladders that glided easily along the shelving.