The Latest: UN appeals to rich nations to share vaccines

BERLIN — U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres is appealing to rich nations to support the purchase of coronavirus vaccines for poor countries.

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Intel officials say Russia boosting Trump candidacy

Neighbor advises of bear necessities

Law roundup

In the ongoing bear visitation issue in Whitefish, a Stumptown Loop resident told the

Updated traveler information system launches

With winter driving weather bearing down on much of the state, a new and improved version of the 511 Traveler Information System launched in late October. The improved site, still accessible at 511.idaho.gov, offers an updated look and new features for the 14-year-old service.

Planning board recommends restaurant

Planning board recommends restaurant

Wildcat tracksters shine at MHSA Class C state meet

All season Clark Fork has boasted of top performers in various events.

Royal girls doubles earn third at state

Anderson, Christensen finish their time with the Knights with strong season.

ROYAL CITY – The Royal Knights girls tennis doubles team Madi Christensen and Campbelle Anderson won third at the 1A state tournament last Saturday in Yakima.

Mission Valley Food Fling: Trucks & Stands

Whoever said that good quality cuisine had to be served out of a brick-and-mortar building clearly has never had food from a truck or stand. Fortunately, Polson is home to a few options that are more than worth giving a shot.

Mayor: City's fiscal situation 'unsustainable'

Says it can't rely on one-time funds to balance budget

City talks budget

US employment remains strong, 145,000 jobs added in December

WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. employers added 145,000 jobs in December and the unemployment rate held steady at 3.5%, signaling that the job market remains strong at the start of 2020 even if hiring and wage gains have slowed somewhat more than a decade into an economic expansion.

Wildcats cruise past Yellowjackets 55-14

Going into Friday night’s matchup in Stevensville, many might have expected a close game between the Wildcats’ top-ranked run defense and the Yellowjackets top-ranked running offense, but it was all Columbia Falls as the Wildcats cruised to a lopsided 55-14 victory.

Australian and Israeli leaders discuss extradition wrangle

CANBERRA, Australia (AP) — Australia’s prime minister and Israel’s president on Wednesday discussed an extradition request for a former school principal whose alleged abuse of dozens of Australian schoolgirls has cast a shadow over the Israeli leader’s visit.

Volvo reopens some plants, some countries ease restrictions

The outbreak of the coronavirus has dealt a shock to the global economy with unprecedented speed. Following are developments Monday related to the global economy, the work place and the spread of the virus.

Australian and Israeli leaders discuss extradition wrangle

CANBERRA, Australia (AP) — Australia’s prime minister and Israel’s president on Wednesday discussed an extradition request for a former school principal whose alleged abuse of dozens of Australian schoolgirls has cast a shadow over the Israeli leader’s visit.

Pelkey inks commitment to play volleyball at SFCC

Sandpoint senior Tori Pelkey recently signed her National Letter of Intent to play volleyball at Spokane Falls Community College.

Pitt delays in-person classes, warns students about partying

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — The University of Pittsburgh adjusted its coronavirus strategy Wednesday, and delayed the start of in-person instruction into September as a top university official admonished students in a stark warning about partying and ignoring social distancing.

Montana tourism officials say pandemic boom likely over

Tourism levels in Flathead County are expected to remain roughly the same as last year, with high costs and changing traveler attitudes putting the brakes on the rapid growth seen during the pandemic, local tourism industry experts say.

From the Archives

In 1960, the First National Bank had a fee of 50 cents for an “insufficient check charge.” Don’t bounce that check!

Miles of memories on Gunsight Pass trail

It was a treasure of mountain peaks, meadows, streams, rivers, waterfalls and wildflowers. It seemed every time we rounded a turn, broke out into the open, we were greeted with yet another stunning scene, new terrain, new grounds to navigate.

Ex-North Carolina Rep. Hayes gets probation for lying to FBI

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — A former North Carolina congressman was sentenced Wednesday to probation for lying to FBI agents about his role in a scheme with a wealthy insurance company magnate to try to bribe the state’s top insurance regulator.