Polson Town Pump honors first responders on 9-11

Polson Town Pump store manager Hannah Elmore wanted to do something special to acknowledge the work of local law enforcement, first responders and special forces that serve our country.

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: The benefits of playing tough teams

If you’re looking ahead — past the snow, and the cold — the first scheduled meeting between Coeur d’Alene and Lake City is Friday, Jan. 13, in the Fight for the Fish spirit game at Coeur d’Alene High.

Much of northern Yellowstone park to reopen Saturday

The entire park was closed from June 14 to June 21 due to historic flooding

Libby man pleads guilty to meth possession; woman faces trial

Sheasby initially pleaded not guilty, but on March 18, he pleaded guilty to possession of meth. The other charges were dropped as part of a plea deal between Sheasby's attorney S. Charles Sprinkle and county Attorney Marcia Boris.

Legals for March, 22 2024

Lorraine Kay (Rainy) Hanson, 58

Lorraine Kay (Rainy) Hanson

UK's rapid-fire changes on face coverings advice criticized

LONDON (AP) — The British government faced criticism Saturday for another sudden change in its advice on face coverings that has left those running hospitals in England scrambling to work out how they will be able to meet the new requirements.

Absentee ballots mailed for primary

County elections offices throughout Idaho are mailing absentee ballots for the May 21 primary elections.

Europeans urge fair election in Belarus, criticize run-up

BERLIN (AP) — Top European officials urged Belarusian authorities Friday to ensure a free and fair presidential election this weekend and denounced “unacceptable” restrictions ahead of the vote.

Moses Lake residents invited to chip and seal info night

MOSES LAKE — Moses Lake residents are being invited to an open house to discuss the city’s proposed 2025 seal coat project from 5 to 7 p.m. April 29 at the Moses Lake Civic Center auditorium, 401 S. Balsam St.

Spartans prep for 23rd-annual Priest River Invitational

One month into the track season, five Priest River Spartans are in the top-three of their respective events in the Intermountain League, plus Teagun Holycross, Cameron Parkes and Colby Poe are amongst the state’s top 10 performers in the 3A ranks.

UN health agency: Wear mask if you can't keep your distance

The World Health Organization is broadening its recommendations for the use of masks during the coronavirus pandemic and said Friday it is now advising that in areas where the virus is spreading, people should wear fabric masks when social distancing is not possible, such as on public transportation and in shops.

Legals for July, 14 2021

Drivers urged to plan ahead for Memorial Day travel

OLYMPIA — Washington Department of Transportation officials are suggesting that drivers plan ahead if they are thinking about traveling for Memorial Day weekend. “Memorial Day weekend is often the unofficial start of summer and means increased travel and congestion, so travelers are encouraged to pack their patience,” said a WSDOT press release...

Calendar for March 24, 2022

The events, activities and meetings taking place in Boundary County over the coming week.

Erna “Dena” D. Wittmaack, 82

Erna “Dena” D. Wittmaack died Nov. 19, 2023 in Columbia Falls.

PREP ROUNDUP: Post Falls, Lewiston split in IEL baseball

“Our bats came alive, and we had some timely hits,” Post Falls coach Kurt Reese said. “We made some plays and put together close to a complete game in that first game. We had some really solid hits.”

Northwest Notes May 15, 2021

The Viking Golf Classic, a fundraiser for Coeur d'Alene High School activities, is scheduled for Friday, June 18 at the Avondale Golf Club.

Post 276, Ladies Auxiliary earn top award

Lion Mountain VFW Post 276 and Ladies Auxiliary recently returned from a national convention in Indianapolis with a national award in tow. The post was awarded the 2010 National Outstanding Community Service Award for tallying more service hours than any post in the nation — 49,000 in all.

Jones Jr., Adebayo, Hield winners at epic All-Star Saturday

CHICAGO (AP) — Aaron Gordon lost another epic dunk contest. And it was by a couple of inches — namely, the top of Tacko Fall’s head.