Bears place right tackle Massie on IR, Ifedi on COVID list

LAKE FOREST, Ill. (AP) — The Chicago Bears could be missing four starters on their offensive line when they visit the Tennessee Titans this week, after placing right tackle Bobby Massie on injured reserve and right guard Germain Ifedi on the Reserve/COVID-19 list on Tuesday.

Museum seeks donations for annual yard sale

Museum seeks donations for annual yard sale

States map out reopening of economies, say crisis not over

WASHINGTON (AP) — Governors around the U.S. began sketching out plans Tuesday to reopen their economies in a slow and methodical process to prevent the coronavirus from rebounding with tragic consequences, as President Donald Trump appeared to back off his claim of absolute authority to determine when to end social distancing guidelines.

Long journey: WSU scientists travel from India to Adams County

LIND — As the crow flies, the state of Rajasthan in Northwestern India is a long way from the state of Washington. But in some ways, they’re very similar. “A mountain range goes through the middle of the state (of Rajasthan),” said Dr. Surendra Singh, director of the Washington State University Lind Dryland Research Station. “The other side gets all the rain and we don't. And after 10 years, I ended up again on the drier side of the mountains.”

Contra dance set for Friday

Community dancing for all ages is what it’s all about as a contra dance will be held Friday, June 9. The dance, which will be held from 7-10 p.m. at Sandpoint Community Hall. Live music by the Accidental Harmonies; Emily Faulkner calling.

States confront practical dilemmas on reopening economies

The doomsday scenarios that were predicted just two weeks ago have not come to pass, raising hopes from coast to coast

Vals, Kats clinch state with morning wins

Divisional morning games are at their most important these days in the Western A, and it was Bigfork and Columbia Falls that clinched berths in the State A girls basketball tournament with loser-out wins Saturday.

The Latest: Britain imposes monthlong lockdown to curb virus

LONDON — British Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced England will start a monthlong lockdown next week.

Face paint vs masks

Dr. Boharski wrote (The Rush To Restrict Freedom, Oct. 9) that painting one’s face blue and wearing a mask offer the same protection against the spread of the coronavirus and its illness, Covid-19.

US jobless claims fall to 406,000, a new pandemic low

The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits dropped last week to 406,000, a new pandemic low and more evidence that the job market is strengthening as the virus wanes and economy further reopens.

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Grant County Jail construction planning process starts today with kickoff meeting

EPHRATA — Grant County officials and representatives of the general contractor and architects will be meeting today to discuss the initial phases of construction of the new Grant County Jail. Tom Gaines, Grant County Central Services director, said Grant County Commissioners selected Lydig Construction out of Spokane Valley as the general contractor. “All of our pieces are in place,” Gaines said. “The team is now together, and we’re (planning) the next six to eight months.” Thursday’s meeting is the start of that process. “Everybody that’s responsible for getting this thing built meets in the same place,” Gaines said, and will review the work done to date. “Where we’ve been and where we’re going.” County voters approved a three-tenths of 1% increase in the county’s sales tax in 2019, with the money to go toward law and justice projects including a new jail. Grant County Commissioners approved the sale of up to $90 million in limited tax general obligation bonds for the project in July 2022.

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Safety issues mount as skiers hit backcountry in pandemic

DENVER (AP) — On March 14, Colorado's governor issued an executive order shutting down ski resorts across the state. The coronavirus had arrived and was spreading rapidly in small mountain communities that were attracting hordes of spring break revelers.

Bears place right tackle Massie on IR, Ifedi on COVID list

LAKE FOREST, Ill. (AP) — The Chicago Bears could be missing four starters on their offensive line when they visit the Tennessee Titans this week, after placing right tackle Bobby Massie on injured reserve and right guard Germain Ifedi on the Reserve/COVID-19 list on Tuesday.

States confront practical dilemmas on reopening economies

WASHINGTON (AP) — Setting the stage for a possible power struggle with President Donald Trump, governors around the U.S. began sketching out plans Tuesday to reopen their economies in a slow and methodical process so as to prevent the coronavirus from rebounding with tragic consequences.

Under the Big Sky festival returns for third year

The Under The Big Sky music festival is set to return to Big Mountain Ranch in Whitefish on July 16 and 17 with reduced ticket sales and a lineup that includes an eclectic mix of country, soul and rock performers.

Trump, Biden headline final push in Georgia Senate runoff

ATLANTA (AP) — Campaigns and outside groups are making a final push to turn out election-weary Georgians whose votes will determine control of the U.S. Senate, from a crush of text messages and television ads to dueling visits from President-elect Joe Biden and outgoing President Donald Trump.

Nearly 50 turn out for Polson Wrestling

Most of Polson's young squad returns for the 2023-24 season, and Pirates Head Coach Eric Huffine feels like his team has turned a corner.

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