CHRISTMAS FOR ALL Housing struggles stymie family's stability

Following a struggle with addiction and a car wreck, a young family works to find stable housing and pay for new tires.

Northwest Notes Dec. 8, 2021

Eastern Washington, Washington State football players honored

NIC students share accreditation concerns

With a visit from the accreditation organization looming, some North Idaho College students said they're very concerned about what’s ahead for NIC, while others aren’t even aware the college's accreditation may be at stake.

Legals for December, 8 2021

PHOTOS: Bigfork businesses compete in Christmas Window Display Contest

The Bigfork Area Chamber of Commerce and Park Side Credit Union had their 4th Annual Business Window Decorating Contest on Friday, prompting businesses in Bigfork to make their storefronts "Sparklejollytwinklejingly," the theme for Christmas this year in collaboration with the Bigfork Playhouse Children’s Theater performance of “ELF the Musical.”

Ruana knives stand the test of time

Most people who own an earlier Ruana knife have it tucked away with their shotguns that can’t shoot steel shot and family heirlooms because they have become very valuable.

Bigfork, Eureka each get 3 All-State picks

Three players from runner-up Bigfork and three more from semifinalist Eureka were named All-State for Class B football, in voting by Western B coaches.

Johnson receives partially suspended 10-year sentence

A man who led local law enforcement officers on a chase after getting caught stealing from a Libby thrift shop earned a partially suspended sentence with the Montana Department of Corrections last week.

State issues NIC warning

With accreditation jeopardized, college could lose local control, funding

State Board of Education urges NIC to take action

NIC students share accreditation concerns

With a visit from the accreditation organization looming, some North Idaho College students said they're very concerned about what’s ahead for NIC, while others aren’t even aware the college's accreditation may be at stake.

CHRISTMAS FOR ALL Single mom thriving after CFA help

A year later, CFA recipient shares how far she has come

Single mom "Sadie" was given a hand up from Press Christmas For All in 2020. She shared her story of success and how far she has come one year later.

The photophone: Does that ring a Bell?

On this day in 1880 (as Pearl Harbor tragically endured its onslaught), Alexander Graham Bell patented the photophone.

Man gets prison for sexual abuse

A man will spend up to a decade behind bars after he pleaded guilty to molesting a child.

State issues NIC warning

With accreditation jeopardized, college could lose local control, funding

State Board of Education urges NIC to take action

Socialist Kshama Sawant faces recall vote in Seattle

Two groups supporting the recall have raised close to $1 million combined

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: In victory, Seahawks still have questions to answer

As thrilling as it was, this win over the 49ers didn’t really solve any problems.

CHRISTMAS FOR ALL: Finding strength in sobriety

Union Gospel Mission helps young woman find a healthy path

A serious injury led Suzanne down a dark path of drug addiction, until she found the Union Gospel Mission.

CHRISTMAS FOR ALL Building stability on a shaky foundation

Young family struggles to make ends meet as they attempt to launch a new business and manage mental health crises.

Bjerke takes the ticket - again

School board recount confirms initial tally was spot on

School board recount affirms election results

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