Cougars, Huskies and Knights host wrestling tournaments

COLUMBIA BASIN — It was a busy Saturday on wrestling mats across the Columbia Basin, with the Othello boys, Warden girls and Royal girls all hosting wrestling tournaments this past weekend. Saturday’s tournament was the first year that the Knights have hosted a girls wrestling tournament, Head Coach Jesus Carlos Villa said. “It was nice, just an idea that we threw out there,” he said. “We’ve had our boy’s Christmas tournament for several years, and we know that it gets tough for family and friends to support their kids, so what better opportunity than to host a tournament? Have people come out to see what the girls have been doing.”

Alan Dias retires after 25 years with Whitefish School District

After 25 years of taking care of the buildings and the people in the Whitefish School District, maintenance technician Alan Dias retired Apr. 30.

Broncos' A.J. Bouye suspended six games for PED violation

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — A.J. Bouye’s six-game suspension for violating the NFL’s policy on performance-enhancing substances caps a disheartening first season in Denver for the eight-year veteran and leaves the Broncos without their top three cornerbacks.

Thomas Arthur "Tom" Konen, 63

Tom Konen passed away on Aug. 10, 2024, at his home in Polson, surrounded by his loving family, after a 10-month battle with Multiple Myeloma. He was born in Butte on July 5, 1961.

'Art Uplifts'

Inspirational show at the JACC goes through mid-May

From the colorful and abstract to realistic, ceramic and even cephalopodic, a world of art is on display at the Jacklin Arts and Cultural Center in Post Falls.

Entertainment to help you close out May

The local events listed below may help you close out May with a bit of fun.

Biden, GOP senator talk as time drags on infrastructure deal

WASHINGTON (AP) — For nearly an hour, President Joe Biden and the top Senate Republican negotiating infrastructure met Wednesday behind closed doors — two seasoned legislators engaged in another round of conversations, but emerging with few outward signs of tangible progress ahead of a deadline next week.

Taking it to the streets: Oakland closes roads to curb virus

OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Amid all the shutdowns across the country, Oakland, California, is taking a different approach. It’s closing 74 miles (119 kilometers) of streets to vehicles to create more space for people to get outside for safe, socially distanced exercise.

High Plains Book Award nominations close March 8

The Billings Public Library Board of Directors established the High Plains Book Awards in 2007 to recognize regional authors and/or literary works that examine and reflect life on the High Plains.

Legals for June, 10 2025

CAL is seeking grant applications

SANDPOINT — Applications for the Community Assistance League 2019 grants program are available as of March 1 in the following locations: The libraries in Sandpoint, Priest River, Oldtown, and Clark Fork; The Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce; and at Bizarre Bazaar, 502 Church St., Sandpoint. In addition, the grant information and applications may be downloaded from the CAL website: www.calsandpoint.org.

Steamboat Landing subdivision back before county board

The board in March tabled the Steamboat Landing project asking the developer to investigate traffic mitigation options for the development planned for 63.79 acres adjacent to Somers Middle School.

Steamboat Landing subdivision back before county board

The board in March tabled the Steamboat Landing project asking the developer to investigate traffic mitigation options for the development planned for 63.79 acres adjacent to Somers Middle School.

MLPD uncovers large rooster fighting operation during drug search

MOSES LAKE – On May 1, the Moses Lake Street Crimes Unit, with assistance from the Moses Lake Tactical Response Team, executed a search warrant at 10032 Rd N.4 NE in Moses Lake. The operation, initially focused on methamphetamine sales and illegal firearm possession, unearthed an extensive illegal rooster fighting operation on the premises, according to MLPD.

COVID-19 accelerates no-exam trend in life insurance

Big data is playing a prominent role in life insurance this year.

Montana Master Hunter program signup begins Oct. 1

A primary goal of the program is to build trust and relationships between landowners and sportsmen and sportswomen.

Tax-Aide seeks volunteers for 2023 season

AARP Tax-Aide, the nation’s largest free, volunteer-run tax preparation and assistance service, is seeking volunteers in Kootenai and Shoshone Counties to help Idaho taxpayers who are seeking assistance preparing and filing their 2023 tax returns.

As virus inches closer, Trump says he's likely to be tested

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump said Friday he will likely be tested for the coronavirus “fairly soon," as questions swirled about why the president, his top aides and his family weren't doing more to protect themselves and others against COVID-19.

Taking it to the streets: Oakland closes roads to curb virus

OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Amid all the shutdowns across the country, Oakland, California, is taking a different approach. It’s closing 74 miles (119 kilometers) of streets to vehicles to create more space for people to get outside for safe, socially distanced exercise.

Cyclists pay their share

Survey: Bicyclists more than cover transportation costs

Advocates for non-motorized travel in Idaho say a recently completed survey helps debunk the idea that bicyclists contribute less than motorists to transportation funding.