The message of the ark

Ever get hit with news you did not expect — and did not want? This is how 2024 is beginning for me. However, unlike the New Year's Day fog, it is not as dismal as it seems. I credit this to God's guidance.

Why a special session won’t fix the property tax problem

The Montana Freedom Caucus, a group of 21 legislators, has called for a special session. The content of the call asks for a reduction of the 95 mills, clarification of MCA 15-10-420, a mechanism that caps growth on cities and counties, and permanent legislation that would return budget surplus to taxpayers.

Various factors driving up car insurance premiums in Washington

THE CENTER SQUARE – On the heels of a double-digit increase last year, Washington state drivers can expect to pay even more for auto insurance this year. A report by personal finance website Value Penguin estimates Evergreen State motorists will see the second biggest increase in premiums in the nation this year, at 18%.

Regulatory fees increase the cost of new housing

The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) recently sent a message to local builders to appeal to local, state and national leaders to reduce regulatory charges in order to bring home prices down. Locally, builders pay impact fees to jurisdictions where they build new homes.

What recession?

Professional forecasters raise expectations for US economy in 2024

4A REGION 1 GIRLS BASKETBALL: Lakeland drops opener in OT

Game 2 is Friday night at 6 at Sandpoint. If Lakeland wins, the deciding game would be played Saturday.

Tax relief for working, retired Montanans

Putting Montanans first and prioritizing the well-being of working families and retirees should be the goal of Montana’s government.

Tax relief needed for working and retired Montanans

Government should serve its citizens and they are looking to the legislature to fix this problem on day one by adopting a tax program that is fair to everyone.

This Week in History - Aug. 22, 2024

Local history in Boundary County, from Naples to Porthill, and from Bonners Ferry to Moyie Springs.

Discounted fair carnival tickets available

Purchased in advance, the tickets cost $30 each and can be exchanged at carnival ticket booths for a wristband that allows one person unlimited rides on most attractions for one day.

Discounted fair carnival tickets available

Purchased in advance, the tickets cost $30 each and can be exchanged at carnival ticket booths for a wristband that allows one person unlimited rides on most attractions for one day.

Microsoft: 'carbon-negative' by 2030 even for supply chain

Microsoft is pledging to become 100% “carbon-negative” by 2030 by removing more carbon from the environment than it emits.

Microsoft: 'carbon-negative' by 2030 even for supply chain

Microsoft is pledging to become 100% “carbon-negative” by 2030 by removing more carbon from the environment than it emits.

Lenders ask feds to change mortgage rules

$6 trillion

Four leading mortgage lenders are among a coalition calling on the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau to change the Ability to Repay/Qualified Mortgage rule, Housing Wire reported.

Property taxes too high, but special session not the answer

The Montana Freedom Caucus, a group of 21 legislators, has called for a special session. The content of the call asks for a reduction of the 95 mills, clarification of MCA 15-10-420, a mechanism that caps growth on cities and counties, and permanent legislation that would return budget surplus to taxpayers.

A Senate tradition with Idaho connections

For more than 100 years, bean soup has been on the menu in the U.S. Senate. The soup is a Senate tradition with Idaho historical connections.

A Senate tradition with Idaho connections

For more than 100 years, bean soup has been on the menu in the U.S. Senate.

Film is a mighty tale of inspiring team

It would be all too easy to call "12 Mighty Orphans" the football version of the basketball classic "Hoosiers", and for good reason.

Desert Oasis High School seniors graduate in emotional ceremony

EPHRATA — The Desert Oasis High School class of 2021 finished during a ceremony Monday at Huskie Stadium at Othello High School -- a big day for the 25 graduates of the alternative school.

OPINION: A compliment to Raul Labrador for wanting to learn about Idaho water

It may seem out of place for the treasurer of one candidate for Attorney General to compliment the other candidate, but water law and policy is so vital to the future of Idaho that a compliment should be given when it is in order.