Marie Claire Purdy, 90

Marie Claire (Kuchenski) Purdy, our beloved Mother, grandmother, aunt, sister, cousin, friend, parishioner, classmate, card partner, bus driver and community contributor, went to be with the Lord on Nov. 26, 2021, at the age of 90.

Strip zoning

Last Monday, I spoke to the Whitefish City Council in opposition to the changes proposed for the WB-2 Zone which would "increase the number of allowed permitted uses to include convenience stores, sporting goods stores, personal services, etc., and the allowed conditional uses to include department and discount retail stores, as well as shopping malls and shopping centers, including general retail within."

Strip zoning

Last Monday, I spoke to the Whitefish City Council in opposition to the changes proposed for the WB-2 Zone which would "increase the number of allowed permitted uses to include convenience stores, sporting goods stores, personal services, etc., and the allowed conditional uses to include department and discount retail stores, as well as shopping malls and shopping centers, including general retail within."

Strip zoning

Last Monday, I spoke to the Whitefish City Council in opposition to the changes proposed for the WB-2 Zone which would "increase the number of allowed permitted uses to include convenience stores, sporting goods stores, personal services, etc., and the allowed conditional uses to include department and discount retail stores, as well as shopping malls and shopping centers, including general retail within."

The Latest: Standard testing won't be enforced in schools

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County moving forward trademarking seal

Boundary County Commissioners will proceed with trademarking the County Seal, provided that it is allowed by the Idaho Secretary of State office.

Celebrate National Humor Month!

It's said laughter is the best medicine, and I heartily agree. How many times has a good laugh — or at least a good story — rescued a difficult situation? April is National Humor Month, appropriately starting with April Fools' Day. While a harmless prank is a fun way to lighten things up among friends, it's important to keep one's sense of humor alive when things get tense at work. I'm sharing some of my favorite business-oriented stories to inspire you to lighten up uncomfortable situations. For example, determined people possess the stamina and courage to pursue their ambitions despite criticism, ridicule or unfavorable circumstances. In fact, discouragement usually spurs us on to greater things. And a sense of humor never hurts.

State approved for federal $300 jobless aid boost

Washington has been approved for a federal coronavirus grant that will allow for an additional $300 in unemployment benefits on top of the state’s regular unemployment benefit for a limited period of time

Moses Lake homelessness town hall set for June 3

MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake residents are being invited to discuss how the city will address homeless issues after the closure of the Open Doors sleep center 6:30 p.m. June 3 at Moses Lake City Hall, 401 S. Balsam St.

Judge rules in favor of Vanessa Bryant in crash photos suit

LOS ANGELES (AP) — A federal judge in California has ruled that Kobe Bryant’s widow, Vanessa Bryant, can obtain the names of four Los Angeles County sheriff’s deputies who allegedly shared graphic photos from the site of the helicopter crash that killed her husband, their daughter Gianna and seven others.

Police: Nashville school shooting suspect was former student

Police said they believe the 28-year-old female shooter was a former student at The Covenant School

VETERANS PRESS: Rest in peace Old Glory

Every day is a good day to fly an American flag. But on Friday, June 14, hundreds of worn, torn and tattered flags were retired in an honorable Flag Day ceremony at the Rathdrum Lions Club.  Manuel Schneidmiller American Legion Post No. 154 conducted the event.

Weather for the week of June 3, 2024

Weather for the week of June 3, 2024

Othello Community Hospital now hosting Ritzville mobile clinic

OTHELLO – Othello Community Hospital has begun partnering with the Ritzville-based East Adams Rural Healthcare to provide mobile primary care clinic services once a week in Othello, outside the hospital. The clinic, a 40-foot motorcoach, is fully equipped to provide clinic services on the go. OCH Chief Executive Officer Connie Agenbroad explained the need behind the partnership.

Native artist Lyle Omeasoo selected to create logo for UM’s Nike 7 program

The Nike retail initiative encourages Indigenous youth to participate in sports and recreational activities.

Legals for July, 26 2022

US food prices see historic jump and are likely to stay high

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — As if trips to the grocery store weren’t nerve-wracking enough, U.S. shoppers lately have seen the costs of meat, eggs and even potatoes soar as the coronavirus has disrupted processing plants and distribution networks.

AP Entertainment Digest for Tuesday, June 16

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Bonner County Calendar - May 8, 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.

Corps of Engineers Approves higher lake levels for Memorial Day

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) approved another request from Energy Keepers, Inc (EKI) to deviate from the Flood Risk Management Plan by allowing for higher Flathead Lake levels on Memorial Day. This is the second deviation driven by dry conditions.