James Dean "Porky" Cox, 91

James Dean "Porky" Cox, 91

Global shares mixed amid virus spike, US aid concerns

TOKYO (AP) — Global shares were mixed on Friday as investors weighed concerns about a U.S. economic stimulus package, on top of flaring outbreaks of coronavirus.

Whitefish woman charged with felony for allegedly attacking boyfriend with knife

A woman suffering an apparent mental health crisis in Whitefish earlier this month is facing a felony assault with a weapon charge in Flathead County District Court.

Affordable housing project pitched for Commerce Way

Options for affordable housing in Libby could soon expand.

Post Falls subdivision lots approved unanimously after traffic concerns voiced

Traffic issues in the city of Post Falls now and in the future was the topic on residents’ and commissioners' minds leading up to a unanimously approved vote to turn North Place East Subdivision into 1,125 lots Tuesday night.

Brown points out some bills

There were many bills passed in the legislative session which ended last month.

LPOSD kicks off summer meal program

Lake Pend Oreille School District No. 84 is participating in the Summer Food Service Program.

Rock climbing in Post Falls parks aims higher

City gains partnership with Spokane Mountaineers

The climbing areas of Post Falls Community Forest and Q’emiln Park emerged largely unscathed after the Parkway Fire scorched the area Aug. 4, 2023. The trees and foliage shielding climbers from the hot sun, however, did not fare as well. The Post Falls Parks Department said that the climbing routes are turning over a new leaf by working on creating a partnership with the Spokane Mountaineers.

Legals for November, 8 2021

Legals for August, 20 2024

Jeanne Greenfield

Jeanne was born January 8 1928 in Rose Lake, Idaho to Carl J and Margaret (Thompson) Westersund.

Troy Council waits on land bid; could be next City Hall site

While very much interested in the property at 230 E. Kootenai Ave., Troy City Council members Wednesday opted against taking immediate action on purchasing the property that is across from City Hall.

Auditions are planned to cast roles in ‘Admissions’

The Whitefish Theatre Company is holding auditions for a Black Curtain theater production, “Admissions,” a play by Joshua Harmon.

Polson Baseball looks to rebound in 2025 season

After a 2024 campaign that ended short at the state tournament, the Polson Pirates baseball team is looking to turn the page and make another run at postseason success in 2025. Head coach Brad Fisher believes the team has the talent to compete but acknowledges there are areas where improvement is needed.

The hard work of untangling vets health care

I was contacted by an Idaho veteran who was denied U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs coverage for an emergency hospital visit because he had not been to a VA doctor in the past 24 months. This veteran is among thousands of veterans nationwide caught up in complicated requirements.

Retired docs, nursing, med students: California wants you

LOS ANGELES (AP) — California is recruiting thousands of retired health care workers along with medical and nursing students to help as emergency hospitals that could include sites like the Los Angeles Coliseum and other sports arenas handle an anticipated flood of coronavirus patients, Gov. Gavin Newsom said Monday.

Libby community is 10th of its kind in state

A mobile home park in Libby recently became Montana’s 10th resident-owned community that is owned by a non-profit cooperative corporation and managed by its members.

CBHA Run for a Cause coming Saturday

OTHELLO — A lot of folks in Othello will look very colorful this weekend. The Columbia Basin Health Association will hold its eighth annual Run for a Cause Saturday morning, with runners – and walkers, and strollers – making a loop through town and being sprayed with paint every few blocks.

Zinke calls for end to Glacier’s reservation system

Montana Congressman Ryan Zinke has concerns about Glacier National Park’s reservation system, claiming it locks out locals.

Abandon the NFL? Partners don't, even during a pandemic

As 67 players opted out of the NFL season because of the coronavirus pandemic, corporate partners, sponsors and advertisers did the opposite.