Jones returns to practice as Falcons prepare to face Vikings

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) — Seven-time Pro Bowl receiver Julio Jones returned to practice as a limited participant and hopes to play Sunday when the Atlanta Falcons visit the Minnesota Vikings.

Kootenai Tribe selected for Esto Perpetua Award

The Kootenai Tribe of Idaho is among those being honored by the Idaho State Historical Society as a recipient of the Esto Perpetua Award. Now in its 25th year, the society recognizes efforts to preserve, promote, and educate the state's residents about Idaho's past. This year's ceremony will be held June 6.

Hot Springs heads into break on high note

The before-Christmas-break basketball games are in the books for Hot Springs and other local hoopsters.

Mariners complete strong weekend led by Raleigh

CHICAGO (AP) — Cal Raleigh broke Johnny Bench's record for home runs by a catcher before the All-Star break, hitting his major league-leading 28th and 29th in the Seattle Mariners' 9-4 victory over the Chicago Cubs on Friday.

Thunderstorms cancel season-opener football game

The Bulldog football team was approaching the end of the second quarter in its season opener against the Havre Blue Ponies on Friday when the players were called off the field due to lightning.

Rhode Island's attorney general to quarantine for 2 weeks

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — Rhode Island's top prosecutor announced Tuesday that he will quarantine for two weeks after a member of his household tested positive for the coronavirus.

Helium shortage hits home

Say helium, and the first thing people think of is the gas in balloons that makes you sound like a chipmunk. But helium is used in a wide variety of applications, including magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanners, cryogenics, welding, deep-sea diving, and medical research—not to mention inflating the Goodyear Blimp.

Productions earn grant funding to film across Montana

A total of 101 applicants requested more than $16 million in grant dollars this year, with $1.5 million available through the competitive grant program for fiscal year 2024.

Rathdrum prepares for new City Hall

City Council approved a contract to begin design process

Plans are underway for a new Rathdrum City Hall. City Council members voted Wednesday to allow Mayor Vic Holmes to sign a contract with Architects West to begin the first two phases of developing plans for a new building.

The Valley View dream becomes reality

State awards $13 million to replace aging elementary school

Long-awaited news: the crumbling, 76-year-old Valley View Elementary School will be replaced. On Aug. 4, the state awarded the district $13.2 million to build a new facility.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Trade is you must, but please follow the rules

The lesson: You have to be good enough to win it all — before you even think about trades. If you’re really rockin’ and have the ammo to make it a cinch, go for it. But. It’s crazy to sell the farm while you’re praying for a wild card spot.

White House pushed to drop pandemic border requirements

According to several news outlets, the Canadian government plans to drop the Covid-19 vaccination requirement for people who enter Canada by the end of September.

Police Calls: Reckless drivers and a sinking manhole cover

A white Ford with Idaho plates was cited for parking in an area clearly marked ‘no parking’ with a sign and yellow paint.

Ukelele time

NCW Libraries to host learn-to-play program

QUINCY – NCW Libraries will be hosting Aaron Canwell, founding member of Portland-based children’s band Micah & Me, at five Grant County libraries from Aug. 9 to 10 for learn-to-play ukulele programs, according to the NCW Libraries website.

Remembering Jim Murry

James W. “Jim” Murry, top Montana labor leader and friend, passed away last October. On the 29th of August, his memory is being celebrated at a Memorial Service at Tizer Botanic Gardens, just outside of Jefferson City.

In France, a pandemic dilemma over holiday rights for elders

PARIS (AP) — Not once in the long months since the pandemic struck has 74-year-old Jean-Francois been able to leave his nursing home in eastern France to visit his daughter or sister.

Germany commissions report that will address police racism

BERLIN (AP) — After a lengthy political standoff, Germany's top security official has commissioned a study into police work that will include examining the extent of racism in the force.

Russia warn Navalny supporters not to attend Sunday protests

MOSCOW (AP) — Russian police have issued a strong warning against participating in protests planned for Sunday to call for the release of jailed opposition leader Alexei Navalny, the Kremlin's most prominent foe.

LaVonne Reinert, 90

LaVonne Reinert, 90

LaVonne Reinert, 90

LaVonne Reinert, 90