Second Chance thrift store lets kids shop for free in December

Legals for December, 24 2025

Yesterdays: Park ranger's truck goes into North Fork of Flathead

Park Ranger Robert Sellers survived a plunge into the North Fork of the Flathead River after his truck went off the icy road near Canyon Creek culvert and plunged more than 100 feet into the water. Sellers credited his seatbelt for saving his life. At first the truck was upside down but it righted itself and Sellers got out in about 4 feet of water.

WSP warns of scams in wake of trooper's death

OLYMPIA — The Washington State Patrol is asking the public to respect the family’s privacy and to be mindful of potential scams after Trooper Tara-Marysa Guting was killed in a roadside accident near Tacoma Friday. “Though we are grateful for the intended kindness and support, the Washington State Patrol does not accept monetary donations from the public,” said WSP Director of Public Affairs in a statement released Tuesday.

Big Sky Now: Griz fall to Cats as Redbirds advance to the FCS Championship

The Big Sky Now panel breaks down a pivotal weekend of Big Sky Conference playoff football, including Montana’s road loss to Montana State in Bozeman and Illinois State’s postseason win that sends the Redbirds deeper into the bracket.

Audit findings follow sentencing of former GCFD 4 chief

WARDEN — Grant County Fire District 4 is instituting new policies for credit card use and use of its petty cash accounts. Fire district officials also have written new policies governing the purchase of equipment following the two audits by the Washington State Auditor’s Office, released Monday.

PREP BASKETBALL: Coeur d'Alene girls win Arizona tourney

“Of course Brookeslee Colvin did Brookeslee Colvin work,” Coeur d’Alene coach Stacy Boyd said of Colvin, who totaled 135 points in four tourney games. “And our players feed off her energy, and intensity.”

PRESS CHRISTMAS FOR ALL Widow stresses less thanks to caring community

As part of the annual Press Christmas for All campaign, we share stories of those who have received help from the program. This is one of them. "Noella," 44, has been picking up the pieces of her life since her husband died by suicide. She is now a widow, caring for their children on her own. Two of the three kids have autism and still live at home.

Thousands cancel health insurance plans on exchange ahead of subsidies ending

Idaho is likely first in the nation to end open enrollment as health insurance tax credits set to expire

Overall, enrollment in health insurance plans on Your Health Idaho rose by 3% this year compared to last year, with more than 120,000 Idahoans enrolled in plans on the state exchange. But the exchange also saw twice as many people — nearly 8,850 — disenroll in health insurance plans, 24% less new enrollments, and more people shifting to cheaper insurance plans, where health care costs are higher.

Northwest Notes Dec. 23, 2025

A note on Vandal football.

PRESS CHRISTMAS FOR ALL Better vision for a better future

After many years of struggling with addiction and mental health challenges, “Henry” has chosen a new path.

Mayor Woody McEvers lauded for service to Coeur d'Alene

Mayor Woody McEvers lauded for service to Coeur d'Alene

Woody McEvers praised for selfless service

PRESS CHRISTMAS FOR ALL A holiday gift of healing

“Taylor” sought help from Press Christmas for All not for herself, but for her daughter, “Emma.”

Better Together Coffee Co. now open in Coeur d'Alene

Better Together Coffee Co. now open in Coeur d'Alene

Inspiration can strike from anywhere; for Megan Pelsma, it was spilled coffee on her Bible.

Childhood favorite sparks Sandpoint designer's latest venture

Elliott Cole Home debuts in city's historic downtown

Inspired by a childhood favorite, designer Kate Lyster expands her vision with Elliott Cole Home — a new showroom in downtown Sandpoint offering curated furnishings, custom design services, and timeless style rooted in community and craftsmanship.

A year of impact, partnership and community leadership

When businesses take care of their community, their community takes care of their businesses.

Vandals name Malo defensive line coach

Vandals name Malo defensive line coach

Former Idaho American Legion leader indicted for fraud

Took more than $1.4M, according to charging document

Abrahamson made his first appearance Monday at the Middle District of Florida federal courthouse in Fort Myers, Florida. His criminal case is cross-listed in the U.S. District of Idaho, and he is expected to appear next at the federal courthouse in Boise at a date yet to be scheduled.

Back-to-back Cats

BOZEMAN — Montana State made history Saturday, winning the Super Brawl with a superb finish that pushed the Bobcats into another FCS title game.

Dowler twins flip starring roles again

BOZEMAN — For three years the casual Big Sky Conference football fan knew about Taco Dowler, the Billings West star turned Montana State speedster.