2nd Harvest returning Aug. 15

2nd Harvest Inland Empire will be at the Boundary County Fairgrounds with their free food distribution on Thursday, August 15.

APRIL NIBJ 40 Under 40: Scott Davis

As a police officer with the Bonners Ferry Police Department, Scott Davis exemplifies excellence in law enforcement.

Ignite cda pledges $700K to Museum of North Idaho

Funds will go toward site development of museum's new home

Ignite cda pledges $700K to Museum of North Idaho

Soccer leagues plan for games they can only hope to play

GENEVA (AP) — Top soccer leagues across Europe are searching for the earliest possible dates to resume games if the coronavirus pandemic allows.

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The Latest: Pennsylvania governor warns virus getting worse

HARRISBURG, Pa. — Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf warned Monday that the coronavirus is running rampant throughout the state and could soon force overwhelmed hospitals to begin turning away patients.

The Latest: Hungary imposes restrictions for 2 weeks

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New business looks to expand to Royal City

ROYAL CITY — Royal City is on the verge of getting another much-needed shot in the arm in its economy as Global Fiberglass Solutions, based in Bothell, is looking to open up shop in the very near future, bringing with it about 200 jobs to the community.

GCSO looks back and plans forward

EPHRATA – The Grant County Sheriff’s Office saw successes and challenges during Sheriff Joe Kriete’s first year in office in 2023. Kriete said he’s overall very proud of his department and has a deep appreciation for the support county residents generally show him and his officers.

Music Bridges Borders connects communities through music

The sound of aspiring musicians echoed through the gymnasium at Sandpoint's Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on July 24, the final day of Music Bridges Borders’ camp.

Cougars head back to state

A year after winning it all, Warden heads back to 2B girls tourney looking for another trophy.

WARDEN – The 2022 champion Warden Cougars are heading back to the 2B Girls State Basketball Tournament, entering this year’s state bracket with an 18-4 record and an Eastern Washington Athletic Conference Title. “They’re excited to be there again, and understand this is a really cool opportunity for them,” Warden Head Coach Josh Madsen said. “I also think they’ve got some confidence about them as well. They’ve been playing pretty well and deserve to be there, and are looking forward to seeing what they can do once they get there.” ...

Payless ShoeSource emerges from Chapter 11 bankruptcy

NEW YORK (AP) — Payless ShoeSource has emerged from bankruptcy for the second time, with a focus on international markets.

The Latest: Washington gov. may announces new restrictions

SEATTLE — Washington Gov. Jay Inslee has scheduled a news conference for Sunday morning as COVID-19 case numbers soar throughout the Pacific Northwest where he will reportedly detail new restrictions.

Rediscovering home: Superior's pool

The Mineral County Pool in the Park recently took a jump off the “high dive.”

Teton bighorn outnumbered by invasive mountain goats

Just so you know, Wyoming Game and Fish doesn’t hate mountain goats. But the growth of the non-native critters in the Teton Range is posing a problem that has wildlife managers considering lethal measures.

Taking it all in stride

North Idaho mayors accept walking challenge

Moses Lake to move forward with RV tenant evictions

MOSES LAKE — The city of Moses Lake announced Thursday it will enforce a trespass request next week on any vehicles parked on private property along N. Central Drive between the Goodwill and Home Depot. “Our hope is that people will follow the trespass order and they will be gone,” said Police Chief Kevin Fuhr. “But if not, we will take enforcement measures and impound the vehicles.” ...

Silver Valley Sports: March 24-30

Spring sports get busy!

Lions launch Fourth fundraisers

Club hosting raffle, fireworks stand

Seventy years and counting. That's how long the Sandpoint Lions Club has been in the community, working to help others — from its annual Fourth of July celebration to the Toys for Tots program during the holidays.

Voters break records with ballot requests

BOISE — Based off the number of statewide ballot requests, the 2020 May Primary Election is on track to have the largest voter turnout of any non-gubernatorial primary election in Idaho history, with the largest absentee request ever recorded, according to the Idaho Secretary of State’s office press release.