Trying to navigate the probate process without an attorney? Be very careful

When a loved one passes away, grieving families often face the daunting task of navigating probate — the court controlled legal process of administering the deceased's estate. Many Idahoans consider handling probate themselves, especially when the estate appears straightforward and uncontested. While this DIY approach might seem cost-effective, it often creates unexpected complications and expenses. Here's why working with an experienced Idaho probate attorney remains advisable, even for seemingly simple estates.

Construction on Outlet Dam resumes

Construction on Priest Lake’s Outlet Dam resumed construction in October and will be undergoing renovations throughout the winter of 2023.

Building permits for Aug. 9, 2024

The permits listed below were applied for and approved by the indicated municipality.

Youth Sports Aug. 10, 2022

Water polo, swimming, track and field and more.

Biden assembles legal team ahead of divisive 2020 election

WASHINGTON (AP) — Democrat Joe Biden is assembling a team of top lawyers in anticipation of court challenges to the election process that could ultimately determine who wins the race for the White House.

'People are still healing'

UI students create designs for Vandal garden, memorial

Although the four students who were killed at the King Road house in Moscow in November 2022 may be the most recognized members of this group, the memorial will represent all former students who passed away while enrolled in school.

April Evensizer, 61

April Marie Evensizer, 61, a beloved wife and cherished mother, left this earth to be with her Lord in Heaven on June 13, 2024, at Kootenai Health in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. No viewing or memorial service will be held.

Superior's Hunter Haskins wins saddle bronc at Kalispell rodeo

As Hunter Haskins explains it, he learned if he wanted to be a good saddle bronc rider, he had to ride a lot of broncs.

Jeremiah 'Jerry' J. Dougherty, 65

Jeremiah "Jerry" Joseph Dougherty Sr., 65, passed away on June 10, 2024, at his home in Whitefish with his family by his side.

Rhode Island college students win national business contest

BRISTOL, R.I. (AP) — Two teams of college students from Rhode Island have swept the top two spots in a national business competition.

National museum dedicated to Army debuts on Veterans Day

FORT BELVOIR, Va. (AP) — A sword from the defense of Fort McHenry in the War of 1812. A stopped wristwatch recovered from the wrecked E-Ring of the Pentagon on the Sept. 11 attacks. The Sherman tank that first broke through enemy lines at the Battle of the Bulge in World War II.

Bigfork’s Lake View Care Center reopens under new management

“There is a huge aging population in the Valley. Bigfork, Kalispell and even in our surrounding areas like Libby and whatnot; just generally in the entire world, the aging population is getting older and needs some place to go if they can’t live at home anymore,” administrator Amber Gray said.

Saudi Arabia to lift ban on Mecca pilgrimage amid virus

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia (AP) — Saudi Arabia on Tuesday said Muslims will be allowed to perform the smaller, year-round pilgrimage starting Oct. 4 as the kingdom gradually begins lifting restrictions that had been in place on Islam's holiest site for the past seven months due to the coronavirus.

Cayuse Prairie School business manager earns prestigious designation

Cayuse Prairie School Business Manager and clerk Heather Mumby has earned the Association of School Business Officials International’s Certified Administrator of School Finance and Operations (SFO) designation.

Food Bank welcomes donations

The Town Pump Food Bank Challenge started Sept. 1 and runs through Nov. 30. Each year they challenge the Montana Food Banks to fundraise, and if we meet our goal,they will match the donation. Our goal this year is to raise $15,000.

BROOKS: Not in our corner

Every Friday morning I go to my local convenience store and pick up a free copy of the Nickel’s Worth. On the third page is a large advertisement comparing former Kootenai County Commissioner David Stewart and current commissioner Bill Brooks.

National Guard called in to quell violence in Los Angeles

LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles mayor said National Guard troops were being sent in to the nation's second-largest city after a fourth day of violent protests Saturday saw demonstrators clash repeatedly with officers, torch police vehicles and pillage businesses.

UConn wins share of AAC title with 74-31 rout of Tulane

HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — UConn is no longer ranked among the top five teams in the nation, but they are still the dominant force in the American Athletic Conference.

Love gone wrong?

Time to go digital to get over an ex

NEW YORK - You thought you found your one true love online, but now you've been dumped by text or defriended on Facebook without a peep of explanation. Hours of bad TV in your bathrobe haven't helped. Your friends are tired of your whining.

Last words on ‘Anora’ and the Oscars

Conan crushed it. "Anora" won all the big awards. And the Oscar ceremony, like always, ran for approximately 12 and-a-half hours.