Muddled promises on schools pose political problem for Biden

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden is in a political firestorm over how and when to get more schools open amid the coronavirus pandemic, with Republicans seizing on confusion surrounding Biden's goal to reopen a majority of schools within his first 100 days to paint the president as beholden to teachers’ unions at the expense of American families.

Italy's Draghi easily wins Senate backing for unity gov't

ROME (AP) — Premier Mario Draghi easily won a confidence vote in Parliament’s upper chamber Wednesday night after vowing to do whatever it takes to lead Italy out of the coronavirus pandemic and rebuild its economy into a more sustainable and equitable one for future generations.

Rush Limbaugh, radio king and architect of right wing, dies

Rush Limbaugh called himself a truth detector, doctor of democracy, lover of mankind, all-around good guy and harmless fuzz ball, titles his legions of followers embraced as he boomed from their radios in a daily ritual.

HHS pick says pandemic is top job, but agenda is broader

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'Mercenary' donor gets 12 years in campaign finance scheme

LOS ANGELES (AP) — A once high-flying political fundraiser who prosecutors said gave illegal campaign contributions to Joe Biden, Lindsey Graham and a host of other U.S. politicians was sentenced Thursday to 12 years behind bars.

Big factor in COVID votes: Would Dems sink first Biden goal?

WASHINGTON (AP) — Democratic leaders have a potent dynamic on their side as Congress preps for its first votes on the party’s

A Biden edge in COVID-19 bill: Dems reluctant to wound him

WASHINGTON (AP) — Democratic leaders have a potent dynamic on their side as Congress preps for its first votes on the party’s

Biden orders a review of US supply chains for vital goods

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden signed an executive order Wednesday intended to boost manufacturing jobs by strengthening U.S. supply chains for advanced batteries, pharmaceuticals, critical minerals and semiconductors.

Three tax scams to watch out for

Be careful of scammers who are trying to steal your identity and money this tax season. Here

Movers and Shakers

STCU announces new real estate director

Montana beers the focus of Bigfork Brewfest

The 12th annual Bigfork Brewfest hits Electric Avenue from 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday, March 6.

Man who exposed himself at Polson parade sent to state mental hospital

Jonathan Dell Tifft will undergo evaluation by officials at the state mental hospital in Warm Springs, Mont.

Local trustee concerned with private school income tax credit bill

The $200,000 limit is an absurdly high leap from the current $150.

DREAM adaptive holds virtual Snow Ball event

DREAM adaptive holds virtual Snow Ball event

Spartans stick with it, get back to state for first time since 2011

Priest River took down the defending district champion Kellogg Wildcats 59-52 to capture their first 3A District 1 title since 2011 and punch their ticket to the state tournament next week in Nampa.

MacDonald, Angle claim state wrestling medals

The girls of the Plains-Hot Springs wrestling team made their first trip to Montana’s first all-female state...

Charlo girls seize district crown

The Lady Vikings maintained their reign over District 14-C.

Helping each other grow

Greetings from the Hayden Chamber of Commerce!

Small business successes: Scott Shawver’s Auto and RV Repair

“It’s not unusual for us to be mistaken for an RV sales or used car center”, says Tracy Christopherson, owner of Scott Shawver’s Auto and RV Repair Center.

Branching out

P1FCU continues to grow with North Idaho

P1FCU continues to grow with North Idaho