Inslee announces phases for lifting virus restrictions

OLYMPIA, Wash. (AP) — Washington Gov. Jay Inslee said Friday he is extending the state’s coronavirus stay-at-home order through at least May 31 and that he will ease the restrictions in four stages, starting with allowing retail curbside pickup, automobile sales and car washes by mid-May.

With small businesses hurt by pandemic closures, Columbia Basin Herald offers grant program

It isn’t easy for a small business to serve customers and pay the bills even in a strong economy. But now small businesses across the Columbia Basin are hammered by mandated closures and social distancing due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Prices rebound for Idaho's top commodities

Numbers are a reversal from last year's record lows

POCATELLO (AP) - Prices are rising for Idaho's top four agricultural commodities - dairy, beef, potatoes and wheat.

Favorite things about the Silver Valley: Old Mission State Park

At the western entrance to the Silver Valley sits the Mission of the Sacred Heart, the crown jewel of Old Mission State Park. While technically sitting in Kootenai County, Silver Valley residents have an attachment to the Mission beyond what most of their neighbors to the west experience. Mary Davis is one such resident.

Favorite things about the Silver Valley: Old Mission State Park

At the western entrance to the Silver Valley sits the Mission of the Sacred Heart, the crown jewel of Old Mission State Park. While technically sitting in Kootenai County, Silver Valley residents have an attachment to the Mission beyond what most of their neighbors to the west experience. Mary Davis is one such resident.

Conservation open house set for Thursday

Learn more about conservation programs and meet local conservation representatives at a town hall information session free to the public this Thursday.

Woman wants ex removed for house cleaning

Kalispell Police Department received a request from a woman to remove her ex-husband from the house they owned together so she could clean it before it was listed to be sold. Dispatchers told the woman police would legally not be able to do this and spoke to the husband who said he would clean the home.

Jacqueline (Jackie) Elizabeth Holtz

May 9, 1928 – March 11, 2017

Bulls not ready to announce decision on Boylen's future

CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago Bulls' new top basketball executive wasn't ready to make any announcements about the coaching staff on Saturday.

Woman wants ex removed for house cleaning

Kalispell Police Department received a request from a woman to remove her ex-husband from the house they owned together so she could clean it before it was listed to be sold. Dispatchers told the woman police would legally not be able to do this and spoke to the husband who said he would clean the home.

Douglas and Krack finish strong at nationals

Whitefish High School student Simon Douglas and recent graduate Carson Krack competed at the Nike Outdoor Nationals at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon on July 12-15.

California orders GOP to remove unofficial ballot boxes

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California's chief elections official on Monday ordered Republicans to remove unofficial ballot drop boxes from churches, gun shops and other locations and Attorney General Xavier Becerra warned those behind the “vote tampering" could face prosecution.

Iconic pet reindeer in Alaska falls mysteriously ill after someone tampers in his pen

In early January, someone cut a huge hole in the fencing to gain entrance, spending about five minutes inside with Star before taking off. What the person did in the pen is unknown, but Star began having stomach issues and dropping weight shortly after.

Laura gains strength, could bring 'unsurvivable' storm surge

DELCAMBRE, La. (AP) — Laura strengthened Wednesday into a menacing Category 4 hurricane, raising fears of a 20-foot storm surge that forecasters said would be "unsurvivable” and capable of sinking entire communities. Ocean water topped by white-capped waves began rising ominously as the monster neared land.

California orders GOP to remove unofficial ballot boxes

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California's chief elections official on Monday ordered Republicans to remove unofficial ballot drop boxes from churches, gun shops and other locations and Attorney General Xavier Becerra warned those behind the “vote tampering" could face prosecution.

Bill to cut Idaho's tax income by $253M advances to the House

What may be the biggest ongoing cut to Idaho income taxes has advanced to the House floor.

Bonner County History - Feb. 4, 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.

Biden pauses Trump policies as Blinken takes diplomatic helm

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration on Wednesday paused or put under review a wide swath of Trump-era foreign policies as America’s new top diplomat took the helm of the State Department.

Today's Ghastly Groaner

I went into a sporting goods store and asked an employee if he had worms. He said he used to but the doctor said he is OK now.

School and Senior Meals

School and Senior Meals: Dec. 4-8