Joshua Julian

1976 — 2025

Joshua Anthony Julian, age 49, of Ephrata, WA, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on November 13, 2025, following a tragic car accident.

Stabbing victim recovering from extensive injuries

GoFundMe page to help with expenses, lost wages

Angela Farnes describes her husband, Dana, as “one in a million.”

Kellogg man convicted in Kootenai County poaching case

Thanks to a tip submitted through the Citizens Against Poaching (CAP) hotline, a Kellogg man has been convicted of a felony for the unlawful killing, possession, and wasting of a bull moose near Wolf Lodge Saddle in Kootenai County.

EDITORIAL: Law enforcement should be fully funded

hile trimming law enforcement is one way to save money, it could end up costing far more than expected in the long run. With fewer officers and deputies on the streets, we should expect to see a rise in crime. We should expect to see more criminal behavior. We would rather not.

Big Bend loads up new ag mechanics certification

MOSES LAKE – Big Bend Community College announced the establishment of a new Agricultural Mechanics certification program, according to an announcement from the college. “The launch of the Agricultural Mechanics certificate program is a direct response to the growing demand for skilled workers in our region’s ag industry,” said BBCC Dean of Workforce Education Michelle Morley via the announcement.

Ephrata approves grant programs

EPHRATA – During the August 6 regular Ephrata City Council meeting, the city approved six resolutions addressing a variety of issues including contracts, street maintenance, transportation and communication. Two of those involved grants that would make improving transportation and managing growth easier.

Judge ponders decision in Moore civil case

A judge has taken under advisement on the amount of damages to award the family of a Coeur d’Alene man killed in a 2020 shooting in Boundary County.

Devon Leavitt

1993 – 2025

Devon M Leavitt, 32, entered into the Kingdom of Heaven on March 5, 2025. Devon was born to Darlene Schrag and Michael Leavitt on March 2, 1993, in Moses Lake, Washington. He spent his early years playing with his cousins and sister Danielle, creating mischief and getting into trouble in the backyard. He moved back and forth between Clarkston, Washington and Warden, Washington during his younger years. When he was about 12, he moved back to Warden and spent most of his time when not in school with his grandparents, Steve and Nadine.

THE DIRT: The history of roads in the Silver Valley

Two words for Woody McEvers: Thank you

Perhaps ironically McEvers, a surfer dude at heart and longtime restaurant owner, was never a politician. He was not a gifted speaker. Not exactly eloquent. He did not rally hundreds to his causes. He never liked the politics that came with being an elected official. He didn’t like the pushing and pulling from the different sides.

Bowen recognized as ITD engineer of the year

Last week, Bowen planned to arrive early to her meeting in Coeur d’Alene to celebrate an unknown coworker who was awarded an Idaho Transportation Department award.

Range Riders rally falls short against Ogden

The Glacier Range Riders battled back from a three-run hole and tied the game in the seventh, but Ogden’s late rally helped the Raptors escape Glacier Bank Park with a 5-4 win in Pioneer League baseball on Saturday evening.

Libby sweeps A Lakers in twin bill

Brody Gilmore picked up a pair of hits as the Libby Loggers defeated the Kalispell A Lakers in the opening game of an American Legion baseball doubleheader Thursday.

Gutierrez’s five-hit night powers Mustangs over Range Riders

Jacob Gutierrez had a perfect night at the plate, going 5 for 5 as the Billings Mustangs defeated the Glacier Range Riders 11-1 in Pioneer League action Thursday night at Glacier Bank Park.

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Hudgens reassures fans, Cyrus spreads hope amid coronavirus

LOS ANGELES (AP) — From finding ways to help others cope to sheltering in place to canceling events, here's a look at some of the ways the entertainment industry is reacting to the spread of the coronavirus, which most people recover from but can cause severe illness in the elderly and those with preexisting medical conditions.

Hudgens reassures fans, Cyrus spreads hope amid coronavirus

LOS ANGELES (AP) — From finding ways to help others cope to sheltering in place to canceling events, here's a look at some of the ways the entertainment industry is reacting to the spread of the coronavirus, which most people recover from but can cause severe illness in the elderly and those with preexisting medical conditions.

Hudgens reassures fans, Cyrus spreads hope amid coronavirus

LOS ANGELES (AP) — From finding ways to help others cope to sheltering in place to canceling events, here's a look at some of the ways the entertainment industry is reacting to the spread of the coronavirus, which most people recover from but can cause severe illness in the elderly and those with preexisting medical conditions.

Hudgens reassures fans, Cyrus spreads hope amid coronavirus

LOS ANGELES (AP) — From finding ways to help others cope to sheltering in place to canceling events, here's a look at some of the ways the entertainment industry is reacting to the spread of the coronavirus, which most people recover from but can cause severe illness in the elderly and those with preexisting medical conditions.