Twice is Nice

Julie Bealer opens new, like-new clothing store in Cd'A

COEUR d'ALENE - Julie Bealer saw the signs of how changes in the economy would mean changes for her, and got a step ahead.

JC Penney shares fall more than 10 percent

Retailer warns of softer sales in September

NEW YORK - Shares of J.C. Penney Co. fell more than 10 percent after the department store operator warned that its sales last month were weaker than expected and cut its outlook for a key sales measure for the current quarter.

Chamber of Commerce: Coupons help promote business

The Chamber would like to remind members and non-members about the Chamber Coupon Book deadline on Friday, Aug. 23.

DEQ notes that potliner removal at old CFAC site is now complete

One small piece of what promises to be a prolonged and extensive cleanup of contamination at the Columbia Falls Aluminum Company site has been resolved, according to the Montana Department of Environmental Quality.

Child's play

With holidays approaching, kids test toys at Figpickels

COEUR d'ALENE - Alex Patterson really wanted to be on Figpickels Toy Emporium's Board of Directors.

Don't Forget Quiet When Shopping For A Gas Furnace

(NAPSI)—No question about it—comfort is top of mind when homeowners are in the market for a new gas furnace. Everyone wants to be warm and cozy when outdoor temperatures begin to fall, and they want that comfort delivered quietly. That’s why it’s important to add quiet operation to your list of requirements as you shop for a new furnace.

Alcohol deregulation, the wine industry

I have been asked many times now by customers and readers about my feelings on proposition 1183 in Washington state and its effect on the wine industry and the prospects of a similar law here in Idaho.

Infractions driving river trail closure

Infractions driving river trail closure

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'Idaho is flying high'

Tourism expected to be strong this summer

North Idaho looking good this summer

Conservation permit fee increase proposed

A $6 increase on conservation permits for non-members is being proposed by the Flathead Reservation Fish & Wildlife Board and Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribal Council.

Conservation permit fee increase proposed

A $6 increase on conservation permits for non-members is being proposed by the Flathead Reservation Fish & Wildlife Board and Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribal Council.

Death toll mounts in South Africa rioting after Zuma jailing

The violence broke out after Zuma began serving a 15-month sentence for contempt of court on Thursday

Nordic Skiing, aka Cross-Country

Although I grew up Alpine skiing (aka downhill) and even raced on the Schweitzer ski team in my youth, as I’ve gotten older, I’ve really come to embrace the serenity and aerobic challenge of Nordic skiing.

UK retailer Marks & Spencer cuts 7,000 jobs due to pandemic

LONDON (AP) — British retailer Marks & Spencer plans to eliminate about 7,000 jobs as it streamlines management and store operations after sales plunged during the COVID-19 pandemic.

UK retailer Marks & Spencer cuts 7,000 jobs due to pandemic

LONDON (AP) — British retailer Marks & Spencer plans to eliminate about 7,000 jobs as it streamlines management and store operations after sales plunged during the COVID-19 pandemic.

COUPLE TAKES OVER GARDEN, GIFT & FLORAL

Garden, Gift and Floral and Plains Liquor is under new direction.

Vote now for Best of Columbia Falls area

The Hungry Horse News has launched its second annual The Best of Columbia Falls to Essex in partnership with the Columbia Falls Area Chamber of Commerce.

Best of Columbia Falls to Essex is underway

The Hungry Horse News has launched its second annual The Best of Columbia Falls to Essex in partnership with the Columbia Falls Area Chamber of Commerce.