Trump campaign, Democrats using apps in New Mexico

RIO RANCHO, N.M. (AP) — The campaign to reelect President Donald Trump can’t hold gatherings in coffee shops or at private homes in New Mexico, so the campaign quietly is turning to technology in the nation’s most Hispanic state during a time of COVID-19 social distancing.

Travis J. Kohlbeck, 53

Travis J. Kohlbeck, 53, passed away on Nov. 1, 2023.

StanCraft-led investor group buys Templin's on the River

Templin’s will operate under a new hotel management agreement, and property oversight will be provided by Harry Sladich, former chief operating officer for Red Lion Hotels Corporation.

Baseball opens season with a win on the road

The Columbia Falls baseball team opened its season with a 7-6 over Hamilton on the road Saturday.

Training offered July 24 for local government review

Montana State University Extension’s Local Government Center will provide support to the 43 municipalities – including Polson, Ronan and St. Ignatius – and 12 counties in Montana that are participating in the decennial local government review.

Reptile Man slithers into Sandpoint

As the zookeeper held up “Lucy,” the young American alligator suddenly became nervous and relieved itself over the front row of spectators.

Troy City, schools consider resource officer

The Troy City Council discussed during its monthly, non-voting work meeting Wednesday the possibility of working with Troy Public Schools to allow the schools to have a School Resource Officer.

Torres’ school safety bill enters WA House

OLYMPIA – Sen. Nikki Torres’, R-Pasco, school safety bill, known as Alyssa’s Law, received a public hearing in the House after clearing the Senate on Wednesday, March 5. The bipartisan legislation would require school districts to collaborate with local law enforcement to develop updated emergency response systems using evolving technology, including silent panic buttons, to ensure expedited response time.

Bonner County News of Record - Jan. 16, 2023

Police log information for Sandpoint, Ponderay, and Priest River police departments; and the Bonner County Sheriff's Office.

BONE MARROW DONORS: Need same rights as organ donors

BONE MARROW DONORS: Need same rights as organ donors

Libby man honored by state health department

Foster parents, youth and child protection workers among those awarded.

Legals for June, 29 2023

Trump campaign, Democrats using apps in New Mexico

RIO RANCHO, N.M. (AP) — The campaign to reelect President Donald Trump can’t hold gatherings in coffee shops or at private homes in New Mexico, so the campaign quietly is turning to technology in the nation’s most Hispanic state during a time of COVID-19 social distancing.

Museum exhibit features 75 years of learning at Kalispell’s Central School

Rekindle memories of school days of yore, or explore what it was like for kids years ago, at a new temporary exhibit, Timeless Lessons at Central School 1894-1969, opening at the Northwest Montana History Museum on April 12.

Business case for investing in outdoor recreation

I love the “aaaaahh” moment — when you open the car door at the trailhead, breathe the air, hear the rustle of leaves, and step into the dappled sunlight. I’m kind of addicted. Author Florence Williams calls it a getting a “Nature Fix.”

Fauci, CDC chief raise concerns about full airline flights

The government’s top experts in infectious diseases on Tuesday criticized American Airlines' decision to pack flights full while the coronavirus outbreak continues to grow across much of the United States.

Legals for October, 4 2021

Supreme Court preserves law that aims to keep Native American children with tribal families

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court on Thursday preserved the system that gives preference to Native American families in foster care and adoption proceedings of Native children, rejecting a broad attack from some Republican-led states and white families who argued it is based on race.

Daytime bombing practice near ML in 1941

A bombing range was established near Moses Lake in 1941. Planes from Geiger Army Air Base in Spokane would use the range. Of course, only practice bombs were used, which were non-explosive. I understand, during the time the range was used, those planes bombed Warden twice. Also, the planes buzzed local houses at least once. Read on.

Chili cook-off to support veterans, first responders

What could be better than a bowl of warm chili on a cold day? How about several different kinds of chili and some tasty cornbread to go with it.