BUDDY POPPY: Veterans moved by boy’s generosity

BUDDY POPPY: Veterans moved by boy’s generosity

Family's kindness shines during the holidays

It takes a well-kindled spirit to move someone to spend their entire Christmas Day visiting the sick.

Jimmy Carter: Last Days of a Good Life

In late August it was reported that Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter had entered their “final days.”

It’s Rudy’s way: Somers barbecue spot serves up large portions

The barbecue restaurant — its logo a cowboy spurring a grizzly bear — takes pride in the flavors, hospitality and a Montana-minded atmosphere, Rudy said.

Larry Joe Reinhofer, 77

Beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, Larry Joe Reinhofer, of Cataldo, ID, passed away at home on June 23, 2023.

The Latest: Pope singles out funeral home workers for prayer

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Maine encourages absentee voting in July primary election

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — Maine's top election official is encouraging people to vote via absentee ballot during the July primary election to limit the exposure voters and polling workers have to the coronavirus.

The Latest: Albania gets more masks, medical supplies

The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.

'...It's been like not working.'

Coulee City art gallery owner reflects on 50 years of art in the Basin.

COULEE CITY – Throughout Central Washington, there are plenty of inspired artists willing to show off their work to the world. One of which – Cariboo Trail Studio – is Coulee City artist Don Nutt sells art inspired by the Columbia Basin. “I’ve been here for 15 years this spring,” said Nutt. “It’s been a good deal. This has been how I make my living.” ...

Power of the pedal could ease migrant crisis

While the world watches refugees from Central America come to the U.S. seeking asylum, a Columbia Falls man says a non-partisan and simple approach to the problem could help empower them in their homeland.

The Latest: U.S. Navy sailor in Florida tests positive

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VanDerveer ties Summitt's wins record, No. 1 Stanford rolls

BERKELEY, Calif. (AP) — Stanford coach Tara VanDerveer tied the late Pat Summitt as winningest women’s coach in NCAA Division I basketball history with 1,098 on Sunday night as the top-ranked Cardinal beat rival California 83-38.

'We are in prison': France opens nursing homes, exposes pain

PARIS (AP) — For her first authorized visit in more than six weeks with her 80-year-old mother, Sabrina Deliry prepared a selection of their favorite tunes, among them Edith Piaf’s “La Vie en Rose.”

Academy presents a Winter Wonderland on Ice

Stumptown Ice Den will be transformed into a winter wonderland as the Glacier Skate Academy sets the stage for its annual holiday show this week.

‘Green tariff’ won’t help the climate crisis

Bozeman and Missoula have reached an agreement with Northwestern Energy that will allow people to voluntarily pay more for “green” solar and wind energy. But the question that’s going unanswered is: Why NorthWestern’s customers should pay more for solar and wind generated electricity when they are far cheaper to generate than its antiquated coal-fired plants at Colstrip?

Everything is up for debate to Columbia Falls student

Aiden Rohn grew up with three brothers. By high school, he was a state champion in debate.

Blacktail Ski Area sold to Washington resort company

Founder and president Steve Spencer and his partners put the ski resort up for sale in 2017.

Community rallies for CDAide fundraiser

CDAide held its first official fundraiser and introduction to the Kootenai County community on Wednesday, Feb. 7, at the Coeur d’Alene Resort Plaza Shops.

To bet or not to bet? Casinos, gamblers weigh virus concerns

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) — Gamblers and vacationers who had planned to visit U.S. casinos expressed a mixture of disappointment and relief over a wave of closings in at least 15 states as officials worked on slowing the spread of the coronavirus pandemic.

Time Capsule: Friends gather at Elmo

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