Family re-imagines Bob Marley classic for COVID-19 relief

NEW YORK (AP) — Bob Marley’s Grammy-winning children and chart-topping grandson have re-imagined one of his biggest hits to assist children affected by the coronavirus pandemic.

James 'Jim' G. Cox, 80

James G. Cox passed away on October 21, 2023, at the age of 80, after two years of health issues following a stroke in 2021.

'Heard it through the grapeline'

An ex-girlfriend told the Flathead County Sheriff’s Office she “has been hearing through the grapeline” that her ex-boyfriend received a shipment of drugs.

Wallace celebrates first Silver Valley Pride

The Center of the Universe was filled with every color of the rainbow during the first annual Silver Valley Pride event this past Saturday.

Law roundup: Woman not on the market for a friend

A man reportedly left notes on a neighbor’s vehicle stating they had talked before and he wanted to be her friend and would stop by her house.

No. 1 South Carolina women beat South Dakota 81-71

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP) — Destanni Henderson and Zia Cooke each scored 19 points, and top-ranked South Carolina beat South Dakota 81-71 on Saturday in the Bad Boy Mowers Crossover Classic.

JUNE NIBJ: The North Idaho growth predicament

Can the region’s housing demand be met without sacrificing historic, rural charm?

Coeur d’Alene, Sandpoint, and Bonners Ferry — the administrative and cultural anchors of their respective counties — are all pursuing strategies to meet the persistent demand for affordable living in North Idaho.

Postmodern Jukebox returns to Kalispell on Magic & Moonlight world tour

Fresh from playing their 1,000th show, the retro musical collective Postmodern Jukebox returns to the Wachholz College on their Magic & Moonlight world tour July 8.

Council hears proposal for historic carousel

members also voted on watershed, communication site

Local residents are hoping to install a roughly 100-year-old

Forest Service could open more snowmobile terrain close to town. But more than 90 miles of trails open to mountain biking could close, because they're now in recommended wilderness

The Flathead National Forest has released a two-pronged proposed action that looks to update where snowmobiles and other over the snow motorized vehicles can run in the future, as well as mechanized uses like bicycles and game carts.

COVID vaccines to be required for military under new US plan

WASHINGTON (AP) — Members of the U.S. military will be required to get the COVID-19 vaccine beginning next month under a plan laid out by the Pentagon and endorsed by President Joe Biden. In memos distributed to all troops, top Pentagon leaders said the vaccine is a necessary step to maintain military readiness.

Malyevac medalist in Libby; Polson sweeps team titles

Reece Malyevac needed to go low to take medalist honors at his home course, and wow did he.

Lack of snow cancels Turner Mountain opening on Dec. 22

Officials at the mountain will continue to monitor conditions with an eye set on providing riders with a quality experience.

Bonner County Calendar - March 11, 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.

Review: How `Unexpected Spy' author went from college to CIA

“The Unexpected Spy: From the CIA to the FBI, My Secret Life Taking Down Some of the World’s Most Notorious Terrorists,” St. Martin’s Press, by Tracy Walder with Jessica Anya Blau

EU, UK leaders to meet this month as post-Brexit talks stall

BRUSSELS (AP) — The European Union's top executive and British Prime Minister Boris Johnson will meet this month for talks that could give new momentum to the stalled post-Brexit negotiations.

Twins top Mavs for first time since 2007

It's been a long-time coming.

Bonner County History - May 5, 2022

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

Ace is the place to retire

After 41 years of providing Othello with nuts, bolts and the expertise to explain the difference, Ace Hardware owner Ken Story has sold the store to Stan’s Merry Mart.

HAYDEN ELECTIONS MISINFORMATION: Think for yourselves and vote

I received the Luke Sommer and Tom Shafer mailer. I was stunned by the misinformation they are spewing. I am not sure if they are misinformed or just liars. The “Death of a major Wetland” that they refer to is laughable.