William Walter West

1952 — 2025

William Walter West was called home and into the loving embrace of his wife Lucinda on December 14, 2025. He was a great son, husband, father, grandfather, brother, patriot and US Army Veteran.

Merry and bright: 37th Festival of Trees benefits Kootenai Health Foundation

Some people really do honor Christmas in their hearts and keep it all the year. Brandy Read is one of them. “Christmas is my favorite holiday,” she said with a laugh. That much was clear Friday morning at the Coeur d’Alene Resort, where Read and her “enchanted elves,” including her daughter and grandchildren, were hard at work putting the finishing touches their contribution to the 37th Festival of Trees, benefiting the Kootenai Health Foundation.

Mavericks eager for deep run in Mat Classic

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Mavericks are sending 25 wrestlers across both boys and girls squads to compete in the 4A bracket of the Mat Classic. For the boys, Head Coach Jose Tanguma said his wrestlers are ready to perform when the lights come on. “I feel very good with the kids we have going to state. These kids have been wrestling tough all year long, and I think they're ready for the big show right now,” he said.

Shooter opens fire in Wallace

Wounds three before being killed

Shooter opens fire in Wallace

Wounds three before being killed

Coeur d'Alene 'streamlines' child care licensing process

Those 16 and 17 can obtain a provider license, “as long as they are continuously supervised by a licensed provider and are not left alone with children.”

Family land division ordinance now in effect

A new ordinance making it easier to divide land in Kootenai County to gift or sell to a family member is now in effect.

Three-part series focuses on retirees returning to work

This series offers valuable insights and resources for retirees looking to reenter the workforce on their terms.

Whitefish Schools invite community input for superintendent search

The Whitefish School District Board of Trustees has launched a national search for the district’s next superintendent, after Superintendent Dave Means announced he will retire at the end of the current school year.

AG Labrador meets with Post Falls Police Department leaders

Attorney General Raúl Labrador met with Post Falls Police Department leadership this week as part of an effort to strengthen partnerships between local law enforcement and the Idaho Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force.

Late 3-pointer leads Buffalo past Kent St. in 2OT

KENT, Ohio (AP) — Jayvon Graves made a 3-pointer with 2:11 left in double overtime to give Buffalo the lead for good en route to a 104-98 win over Kent State on Friday night. The Bulls would not relinquish the advantage.

Late 3-pointer leads Buffalo past Kent St. in 2OT

KENT, Ohio (AP) — Jayvon Graves made a 3-pointer with 2:11 left in double overtime to give Buffalo the lead for good en route to a 104-98 win over Kent State on Friday night. The Bulls would not relinquish the advantage.

Vernon Charles Sandmann

1937 — 2025

Vernon Charles Sandmann passed away on May 2, 2025, at the age of 88 with his loving wife and family beside him. Born on February 23, 1937, he grew up on a small 40-acre dairy in Ridgefield, Washington with his parents, Victor and Lydia Sandmann and younger sister, Diana.

Tournament nets $10K for cancer support

Alcohol rules again loosen as Dubai seeks economic recovery

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Dubai again has loosened laws governing alcohol sales and possession of liquor as the sheikhdom tries to claw its way out of an economic depression worsened by the coronavirus pandemic.

Alcohol rules again loosen as Dubai seeks economic recovery

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Dubai again has loosened laws governing alcohol sales and possession of liquor as the sheikhdom tries to claw its way out of an economic depression worsened by the coronavirus pandemic.

America, you're beautiful

Love of country shines through in Fourth of July parade

And Old Glory fluttered and waved proudly on nearly every one of the roughly 75 entries on a beautiful, sun-splashed morning.

Missing woman is found safe

SANDPOINT — A Sandpoint woman who was reported missing Monday in southeastern Washington state was found after an intense daylong search.

Annual 'Eagle Watch' week begins Dec. 26

COEUR d'ALENE - Lake Coeur d'Alene is now offering the perfect venue for families to view the American bald eagle. Last week, a record 259 eagles were counted along the east end of the lake by Bureau of Land Management wildlife biologist Carrie Hugo.

Whitefish community wildfire protection plan draft released for feedback

The city of Whitefish has contracted SWCA Environmental Consultants to work in collaboration with municipal, state, and federal land management agencies to develop the 2026 City of Whitefish Community Wildfire Protection Plan Update (CWPP).