Large stuffed tiger atop SUV generates 911 call

CAMAS, Wash. (AP) - The sight of a very large stuffed tiger lashed to the top of an SUV cruising around a southwest Washington lake was enough to generate a 911 call from someone who apparently thought it was real.

Park visitation numbers reflect America's history

Jerry Leroy Marlow, 87

Jerry Marlow, 87, of Post Falls, Idaho, passed away at home Sunday, April 2, 2023.

Some nations inch toward reopening as virus deaths rise

BEIJING (AP) — Hawaii extended its stay-at-home order until the end of May, and California police closed a park because it got too crowded as

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Virus-induced spending spurs sales at Home Depot, Walmart

NEW YORK (AP) — Americans turned to Walmart and Home Depot for supplies and do-it-yourself projects as they stayed close to home at a time when new cases of virus surged, resulting in soaring sales for their fiscal second quarter.

Virus-induced spending spurs sales at Home Depot, Walmart

NEW YORK (AP) — Americans turned to Walmart and Home Depot for supplies and do-it-yourself projects as they stayed close to home at a time when new cases of virus surged, resulting in soaring sales for their fiscal second quarter.

Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas

TOKYO (AP) — Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe lifted a coronavirus state of emergency in Tokyo and four other remaining areas on Monday, ending the restrictions nationwide as businesses begin to reopen.

Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas

TOKYO (AP) — Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe lifted a coronavirus state of emergency in Tokyo and four other remaining areas on Monday, ending the restrictions nationwide as businesses begin to reopen.

Stealing candy is not child's play

It may be easy to take candy from a baby, but don’t try stealing it from the U.S. 2 business where an employee called the

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Lake City falls, to play Cd'A for state berth

LEWISTON - Lake City played particularly well in the first and third games, but it wasn't enough in a 25-22, 25-14, 25-21 loss to defending state champion Lewiston in the championship match of the 5A Region 1 volleyball tournament Thursday night at Booth Hall.

Betty Ann LeDuc, 86

Betty Ann LeDuc, 86, passed away in Kalispell on Monday, May 31, 2010, to be with her Lord and deceased family and friends. She was born March 1, 1924, in Devils Lake, N.D., to George and Josephine Holgerson. Betty Ann graduated from Central High School in Devils Lake where she was a homecoming queen and honor student. She met and married her soul mate and love of her life, Robert LeDuc, in Seattle, in 1942. Bob and Betty Ann moved to Seattle during the War and she worked for Boeing Aircraft as a clerical worker while Bob was an army engineer. While in Seattle she gave birth to their first son, Trent, in 1945. They returned to North Dakota after World War II and then moved to Montana in 1951. She and Bob owned and operated several small businesses " the Kalispell Bar, a vending machine business, and the Golden Wheels Mobile Home and RV Center, to name a few. In 1954, Betty Ann gave birth to their second child, Scott. Betty Ann raised a beautiful, loving family and enjoyed the community and outdoors that Montana had to offer. She was the perfect mother, always performing her maternal instincts with love, adoration, kindness, comfort and guidance. Over the many years of child rearing, you would always be sure that Betty Ann was watching over her two sons, husband and mother Josephine, who lived with the family. When not with the family, she enjoyed spending time with Bob dancing up a storm, with the Big Band ballroom music. Dancing from North Dakota to Seattle, they would frequent dance halls and dance the night away to swing and jitterbug. She loved jazz and was a proud member of the local jazz society, and especially liked the Arnie Carruthers Band and the Don Lawrence Orchestra. Betty Ann was a proud member of the Elks Club and she and Bob operated the Elks Resort on Flathead Lake from 1967 to 1970. She enjoyed traveling the country and abroad via planes, trains, boats and cruise ships to near and far away places. She was an elegant, beautiful lady with class and style. She was recruited by local dress shops and department stores (the KM and Anderson s Style Shop) in the 60s and 70s when they would put on fashion shows at the Elks Club, hotels and convention centers. Betty Ann also enjoyed fishing and cruising on Flathead Lake, as well as the Lake Blaine gathering cabin owned by Bob s sister, Donna. Countless family outings were enjoyed by all the aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Above all, Betty Ann possessed the gift of love and happiness that she bestowed on all the lives she touched. She will be dearly missed but fondly remembered by all who met or knew her. She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Gordon and Donald; and one sister, Leona. She is survived by her husband, Robert Bob LeDuc; two sons, Trent LeDuc and wife, Sheila, and Scott LeDuc and wife, Joyce, all of Kalispell; five grandchildren, Ryan LeDuc and wife Kathy, Tye LeDuc and wife Jessica, Angela LeDuc, Kyle LeDuc and Paige LeDuc, all of Kalispell; with numerous great-grandchildren. A celebration of life will be held for Betty Ann at 10 a.m. on Friday, June 4, at Risen Christ Catholic Church followed by burial at Glacier Memorial Gardens. A reception will follow burial at the church. Visitation will be from 2 to 6 p.m. Thursday, June 3, with a rosary to follow at 7 p.m. at Johnson Gloschat Funeral Home. The family suggests memorials be given in her name to Religious Retirement, c/o Risen Christ Church, 65 W. Evergreen Drive, Kalispell, MT 59901. Johnson-Gloschat Funeral Home is caring for Betty Ann s family. You are invited to go to www.jgfuneralhome.com to offer condolences and view Betty Ann s tribute wall.

Happy holiday online shopping

Digital retailers are expected to attract more holiday gift dollars than ever before. Consumers in the U.S. are expected to spend $124.1 billion online during this holiday season. That’s a 14.8 percent increase over last year’s online sales during November and December.

Wash. residents can track fires online

YAKIMA - Washington residents can keep track of fire and smoke activity in their area with the Washington Smoke Information blog.

How - and when - to get the best deals on these top 5 vacation destinations

While last-minute deals often get a lot of press, what smart travelers know - and live by - is that thinking ahead is the most reliable way to get the best deals. After all, waiting until just before you're ready to go might leave you stuck with few options and lots of restrictions - or worse, no vacation at all. Airlines and hotels are thinking ahead, too, and are eager to fill up planes and hotels. That translates to great prices right now - the ideal time to book for the best vacation deals.

Starbucks lays off 1,100 corporate employees as coffee chain streamlines

Niccol said in January that corporate layoffs would be announced by early March. He said the company needed to reduce complexity and ensure that all work is overseen by someone who can make decisions.

Bonner County History - March 5, 2023

Bonner County Historical Society and Museum shares interesting stories of the community's people, places, and events.

Hometown shopping benefits everyone

‘Tis the season to wrap up Christmas shopping.

New store opens in Wallace

Wallace’s newest shopping experience is one that mixes fashion and function!