Board mixed on fair forensic audit request

COEUR d'ALENE — It remains unclear why Kootenai County Clerk Jim Brannon wants the commissioners to authorize a forensic audit of the county fair’s finances and operations.

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Coastal quake will be felt here

Editor’s note: This story is not real. The earthquake didn’t happen — not yet, anyway. But experts say it’s only a matter of time until the Cascadia Fault sets off a disaster of historic proportions on the coast that will also have a dramatic impact throughout the Northwest, including in …

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Bird grounds businesses in downtown Cd'A

Avista: Starling caused booming noise, outage

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Suspicious vehicle spotted, leads to arrest

Passenger arrested for meth possession

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The students' officer

RATHDRUM — After a decade without a school resource officer roaming the halls, Rathdrum public schools will finally have one back this fall.

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County internal audit committee proposed

COEUR d'ALENE — Kootenai County is proposing to form an internal audit committee in hopes of improving government efficiency.

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Commissioner faces permit violation

COEUR d'ALENE — Kootenai County officials said they will notify Commissioner David Stewart that he has 28 days to remedy not having a proper building permit and occupancy certificate for his Coeur d'Alene-area home that was permitted as a pole barn.

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Lack of funds sinks new bike trail

HAYDEN — Bicycle advocates hoping to revive an effort to construct a trail along U.S. 95 from Garwood to Sagle learned on Tuesday it isn't going to be exactly a downhill ride.

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Cougar Gulch suspect still at large, unidentified

COEUR d'ALENE — Living near U.S. 95, Graydon and Virginia Johnson are used to hearing sirens, but Tuesday's manhunt hit a little too close to home at their residence in Cougar Gulch.

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Rathdrum mulls urban renewal

Rathdrum is exploring whether to create an urban renewal agency with an eye on creating jobs and attracting businesses.

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Man allegedly leads police on pursuit with child in car

SPIRIT LAKE — A 39-year-old Spirit Lake man who allegedly led police on a pursuit with his 8-year-old son in the vehicle on Saturday night was arrested on felony eluding and misdemeanor injury to child charges.

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Kootenai County hires finance director

COEUR d'ALENE — Kootenai County hired Dena Darrow as its finance director.

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Hydros won't race on Lake Cd'A this summer

COEUR d'ALENE — Hydroplanes have been halted on Lake Coeur d'Alene for the third straight summer.

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Transit authority ballot proposal considered

POST FALLS — The region's transportation planning board will decide on May 19 whether to start the decisionmaking process on whether to create a regional public transportation authority (RPTA) in Kootenai County.

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Ageless buddies

DALTON GARDENS — At 96, Marty Martell has found the perfect friend to hang with — a fellow World War II veteran. But Martell said he prefers to do the driving.

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Fraternal organization targeted by vandals

POST FALLS — Bjorn Handeen issued an invitation for those who tagged the Independent Order of Odd Fellows building with graffiti in Post Falls.

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Couple's handcrafted knives featured in 'The Revenant'

BLANCHARD — Mike and Debbie Mann had good reason to become overly excited while watching the historical drama "The Revenant" at a theater.

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Park in Hayden area to be named after Anderl

COEUR d'ALENE — Kootenai County is moving ahead on reopening a driver's license bureau in Post Falls to ease congestion on the downtown Coeur d'Alene campus.

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Free rides to end on Citylink

COEUR d'ALENE — For the two years Lindsey Smith has been riding Citylink for free, she has found the bus transit system reliable as well as economical for her to get around.

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Convenience fee for Avista customers going away

COEUR d’ALENE — A $3.50 convenience fee paid by Avista Utilities residential ratepayers to process online and telephonic payments that has drawn complaints from customers will be going away this fall.

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County employee background checks proposed

COEUR d'ALENE — Steve Matheson wants to add a layer of protection for taxpayer funds.

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Boat races on Cd'A River to receive go-ahead

COEUR d'ALENE — Despite environmental concerns, it's full speed ahead for jet boat races on the Coeur d'Alene River in May.

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Man faces felony DUI charges

POST FALLS — A 27-year-old Post Falls man was charged with felony DUI on Sunday after allegedly causing a two-vehicle crash on Highway 41.

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Upping the college scholarship raffle ante

POST FALLS — The Post Falls Chamber of Commerce is adding another thrill to its college scholarship raffle to spur ticket sales.

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County commission candidates square off

COEUR d'ALENE — During a forum on Thursday, Kootenai County District 3 commission candidates addressed topics ranging from land use to how surplus funds should be spent.

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Developers win Athol zone change suit

COEUR d'ALENE — A 1st District judge has set aside Kootenai County commissioners' 2015 decision to deny a controversial 34-acre zone change request for a residential proposal near Athol.

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Architect picked to explore jail expansion

COEUR d'ALENE — Kootenai County has taken the next step toward jail expansion.

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Reaching the Summit of cancer care

POST FALLS — Kim Ransier's eyes widened as she came upon the $4 million linear accelerator at the new Summit Cancer Center.

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Sanders torches Clinton in Kootenai caucus

COEUR d'ALENE — Local Democrats felt the Bern on Tuesday night.

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Are you owed money? Kootenai County has $275,000 in unclaimed funds that may be yours, and if your home went to a tax sale, you could be owed thousands by the county

COEUR d'ALENE — Kootenai County has money it wants to give to certain people.

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Local firms honored as great places to work

Kootenai County boasts some of the best places to work in Idaho, according to an independent human resource and marketing firm.

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County wants to explore shared parking with city

COEUR d'ALENE — Kootenai County has taken the first step toward sharing a possible future parking lot with the city across Northwest Boulevard from its downtown campus to reduce traffic congestion.

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'Really good' chance hydros will return

COEUR d'ALENE — Coeur d'Alene Silver Cup, Inc. is in a race to bring hydroplanes back to Lake Coeur d'Alene this summer.

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Gold Rush to benefit senior center programs

POST FALLS — There's money to be raised for them thar seniors on Saturday night.

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Spencer Street extension finishing up in Post Falls

POST FALLS — Just as Tom Lien was asked for another update on the Spencer Street project, the Post Falls Urban Renewal executive director had news to share.

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Lakeland names school superintendent

RATHDRUM — After working in Sandpoint's Lake Pend Oreille School District for 23 years, Becky Meyer will become superintendent of the Lakeland Joint School District.

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County land use code updated

COEUR d'ALENE — After two years of tweaks and public input, Kootenai County's Land Use and Development Code will go to two public hearings before approval.

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Candidates crowd May ballot

COEUR d'ALENE — Election season cranked back up on Friday, which was the deadline for candidates to file to be on the May 17 primary ballot.

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Gun fight brewing over Constitutional carry bill

An Idaho bill to allow concealed carry without a permit is gaining momentum and setting up a metaphorical gunfight between law enforcement groups and officials.

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Pastor upgraded to stable condition

COEUR d'ALENE — Pastor Tim Remington is making strides in recovery, even joking at times, but it will likely be weeks until he is released from the hospital after being shot at least six times on Sunday, family members said.

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Commission opts to not issue more big-game auction tags

The Idaho Fish and Game Commission on Thursday decided against adding more big-game tags for auction.

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The victories behind the votes

Lakeland school officials breathe sigh of relief with levy approval

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Seeing through music

POST FALLS — Blind student Alex Owens will soon be able to navigate around Ponderosa Elementary better thanks to the helping hands of his classmates.

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Crashed car to raise awareness about DUIs

COEUR d'ALENE — The consequences of an impaired driving crash will be on display Friday, March 18, and Saturday, March 19, in Coeur d’Alene.

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Cruz in early lead in Kootenai County

Kootenai County is Cruz country.

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Where home ideas sprout

COEUR d'ALENE — Jim Atha's eyes lit up on Friday — and it wasn't just because the sun snuck from behind the clouds.

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Shade's moment in the sun

COEUR d'ALENE — Shade may be retired from working in Iraq, but the black Labrador's explosive detection capabilities are just being unleashed here.

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Big-game tags not just for the highest bidder

COEUR d'ALENE — There were no takers on Thursday night on a statewide proposal to offer five additional hunting tags for auction, including one each for elk, mule deer, pronghorn, mountain goat and moose.

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Remembering radio legend John Rook

COEUR d'ALENE — John Rook was tuned in to the radio industry.

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On a mission to help vets

POST FALLS — Vietnam veteran Bill Davis loves to help fellow veterans and their families in need.

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Community 1st Bank buys KXLY building

COEUR d'ALENE — Community 1st Bank is expanding its presence in Kootenai County to downtown Coeur d'Alene.

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Wine, Stein and Dine: Education fundraiser this weekend in Post Falls

POST FALLS — When funding requests are made for items such as dissection materials for sheep brains, teachers are letting their creative juices flow for classroom projects.

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Students learn about healthier choices

HAYDEN — Rylinn Raedobenko made a move on milk on Monday.

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Funding for vet home pursued

Facility may not be built for seven years

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Land swap would lead to improved Black Lake

State eyes large Cd'A River site in exchange for forest land near St. Maries

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County has new land-use category

COEUR d’ALENE — Kootenai County has a new land-use designation for resort lodges, conference centers and guest ranches.

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Fires displace Post Falls families

POST FALLS — Two house fires within nine hours of each other displaced two families in Post Falls on Monday.

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Cd'A food bank manager resigns

COEUR d'ALENE — Carolyn Shewfelt is moving on to her next challenge.

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Have gas prices bottomed out?

COEUR d'ALENE — Local gas prices continue to drop toward the $1.50 mark at some stations, and AAA doesn't believe they've quite bottomed out.

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Arrest made in gas pump skimming case

Police say suspects are rarely found in such crimes

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Successes and challenges ahead for Rathdrum

RATHDRUM — Rathdrum is preparing for takeoff.

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Election information released

Kootenai County has announced voting information for the March 8 presidential primary and school district elections.

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Flu infringes on spring fever

HAYDEN — Just when folks are getting spring fever, flu season has stepped in the way.

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Tax time is prime 'phishing' season

POST FALLS — Linda Sanders came to the Post Falls Senior Center on Wednesday armed with notes.

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NIACH celebrates 10th anniversary

POST FALLS — After suffering a brain injury caused by bleeding last year, Fenya Kashergen, as her husband puts it, was in a "cloud of consciousness" for weeks.

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Long Ear moves a short distance

COEUR d'ALENE — The beat will go on for The Long Ear at a new location.

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Nails thrown at Hayden intersection causing damage to vehicles

HAYDEN — The Kootenai County Sheriff's Office is trying to nail down who has been causing all the mischief at the intersection of Lancaster and Strahorn roads in Hayden.

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Boundary County reviewing Nault case

COEUR d'ALENE — Nearly seven months after the drowning of 16-year-old Reggie Nault on Lake Coeur d'Alene, no charges have been filed related to the death and the Boundary County Prosecutor's Office is reviewing the case.

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KCFR pushes engines into service

Kootenai County Fire and Rescue kept to fire department tradition by recently pushing three new engines into service.

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Precipitation for wildfire season OK for now

With last year's wildfire season still in the rear-view mirror, this winter's snowpack in the Panhandle should bring sighs of relief but we're not out of danger yet.

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Real estate industry upbeat about local outlook

COEUR d'ALENE — As the local real estate industry continues navigating the winds of economic recovery in 2016, cautious optimism abounds. But the auto-pilot button is still not an option.

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Post Falls preps for new elementary school

POST FALLS — Post Falls' new elementary school slated to come online next fall is starting to take shape.

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Teen arrested in daycare lewd case

COEUR d'ALENE — A 16-year-old boy has been arrested for allegedly inappropriately touching an 8-year-old girl at a private daycare and the owner is being investigated for not reporting the allegation.

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'The true definition of community'

Bridges to retire as Rathdrum’s parks and rec director Feb. 19

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Landmark generates intrigue

SPIRIT LAKE — Michael Giannini hadn't hardly gotten off the ladder after putting Israel's flag on his 1908 church building for sale in Spirit Lake when the first curious onlooker arrived.

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Local woman celebrates 90th birthday at gym

HAYDEN — It's 5 a.m., and 90-year-old Joyce Dillman isn't just rising and shining or even reading her morning Press.

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Roundabouts prove rough in DUI cases

POST FALLS — How are folks accused of driving under the influence supposed to drive straight when roundabouts keep getting in the way?

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Finishing strong and living to 100

POST FALLS — Norman Leffler tackled a deep subject on Friday — life — and he wants folks to capture more of it.

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Post Falls school projects advance

POST FALLS — Construction projects are rounding corners in the Post Falls School District.

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Hunting tag decision postponed

The public will have more time to comment on an Idaho Fish and Game proposal to offer five additional hunting tags for auction.

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Man allegedly used vehicle as weapon

POST FALLS — A 19-year-old Post Falls man was arrested Wednesday night after allegedly driving a vehicle into another with his ex-girlfriend inside head-on.

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Addressing the 'wicked' wildfire problem

New partnerships are desperately needed to tackle the "wicked problem" of wildfires, a team of University of Idaho researchers wrote in a report.

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Bill would ensure ORV sticker funds stay local

A proposal introduced to the Idaho Legislature on Tuesday would let off-road vehicle sticker fee funds return to the county of the riders' choice rather than be distributed by the state.

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Highway 41 trail project to start this spring

POST FALLS — Bicyclists and pedestrians along Highway 41 will soon find a portion of it easier going.

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IDFG may put tags up for auction

Idaho Fish and Game will hold a meeting tonight to gather input on offering five additional tags for auction: one each for elk, mule deer, pronghorn, mountain goat and moose.

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Fire destroys chicken coop

POST FALLS — A fire destroyed a small chicken coop and killed three chickens in Post Falls on Friday morning.

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Oaks named Post Falls Citizen of the Year

POST FALLS — Randy Oaks was pulled from behind the scenes — where he likes to be while serving Post Falls — and put into the spotlight on Thursday night.

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Free talk on comfortable aging

POST FALLS — Norman Leffler wants to help you get the most from your life.

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Service for seniors

Post Falls center acquires van to offer rides to seniors in need

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Riley named Northern Lakes fire chief

HAYDEN — When Pat Riley visited the Hayden Lake Fire District's station during a slowdown with his construction job in 1995, little did he know he was on a new career path.

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Gas prices come tumbling down

COEUR d'ALENE — Judy Jones savored the moment. The Post Falls woman filled her car with gas on Tuesday in Coeur d'Alene, where the average is $1.87 per gallon — 15 cents lower than a month ago.

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Meet Spirit Lake's new (and old) police chief

SPIRIT LAKE — After a four-month search to find Spirit Lake's police chief to replace Keith Hutcheson, the next chief will be … Keith Hutcheson.

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Tenant sought for former Army Reserve Center

HAYDEN — Kootenai County plans to lease the former U.S. Army Reserve Center next to the Coeur d'Alene Airport.

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Brewers growl over seal proposal

When Jeff Whitman heard about a proposed rule requiring growlers of alcohol to be sealed with official tape at the time of sale, he had mixed feelings.

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Santa Claus lands on naughty list

POST FALLS — Even Santa Claus can have bad luck while unwinding from the busy holiday season.

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Gun holster maker to wake up factory outlet ghost town

POST FALLS — There's new life at the factory outlet ghost town.

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Northwest Specialty Hospital opens pain management office

POST FALLS — Ron Vander Griend was having serious back pain and he wanted off the medication he took for it.

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Chambers of commerce seeing renewed interest

Local chambers of commerce membership numbers are gradually regaining peaks that were reached either before or after the recession.

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Post Falls city center makes gradual strides with projects

Home removed near City Hall; Roger's Burgers, brewery coming

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Marriott to build 108-room hotel

COEUR d'ALENE — A site along Coeur d'Alene's busiest gateway that has been home to low-income residents is slated to be transformed into a 108-room, four-story Marriott International hotel.

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Thrown jalapeno, battery at Carl's Jr.

POST FALLS — A taste test wasn't even required for this jalapeño moment to turn heated.

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Central Post Falls sites being prepared for development

POST FALLS — Two of Post Falls' most prime pieces of land for future development have entered the city approval process.

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Land-use proposal goes to another hearing

COEUR d’ALENE — Stakeholders of a proposed new county land-use classification for resort lodges, conference centers and guest ranches will have another chance to share thoughts on the proposal.

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Meckel to seek county seat

Rathdrum Republican Fred Meckel announced he'll seek the Kootenai County commission seat currently held by Dan Green.

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Rathdrum advances plan to develop mountain

RATHDRUM — Rathdrum has started its climb to develop its mountain property for recreational uses.

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Rathdrum approves two large subdivisions

RATHDRUM — With growth comes the need for future school sites.

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County in expansion mode

As Kootenai County continues to grow, so do its government facilities.

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Unmanned aircraft effort grounded

A local unmanned aircraft technology initiative has been grounded after pursuing a $3 million nationwide contest, but participants believe a springboard has emerged from the effort.

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Lakeland school leader Brad Murray to retire

RATHDRUM — Whether it was connecting students with careers or coaching teams to victories, Brad Murray has enjoyed his 36 years of working in education.

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Green will not run for third term in District 3 seat

COEUR d'ALENE — Kootenai County Commissioner Dan Green announced on Wednesday that he will not seek re-election to his District 3 seat this year.

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Cd'A mayor reviews past year, eyes future projects

COEUR d'ALENE — If 2016 is anything like 2015, Coeur d'Alene should be in great shape thanks to the helpful hands of the community.

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Questioning starts in haystack arson

COEUR d'ALENE — A fire Sunday that destroyed a haystack on the north side of Coeur d'Alene, causing an estimated $33,000 in damage, was arson, investigators said.

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Patriotic display reaches new home

POST FALLS — When Barb Nelson saw an elaborate collection of military pins and ribbons at a local business that's closing, she immediately thought the pins should be kept together and available for public viewing.

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Post Falls man charged with slaying uncle; body was found in September in Boundary County

The 20-year-old nephew of a Post Falls man found dead in Boundary County in September has been charged with first-degree murder of his uncle.

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Precinct boundary changes proposed

COEUR d'ALENE — Kootenai County is proposing boundary changes to eight precincts in the northwest part of Coeur d'Alene and Huetter.

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Heavy snow, rain cause gas station collapse

POST FALLS — They're razing the roof at the Post Falls 76 Gas Mart.

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Post Falls Police Department opens substation

POST FALLS — The Post Falls Police presence on the city's west side just got stronger.

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Oregon standoff has ripple effect

COEUR d'ALENE — Jay Lamkin is hoping for a peaceful end to the Oregon standoff in which protesters have seized buildings on a federal wildlife refuge.

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Tree removal ahead at Post Falls' Corbin Park

POST FALLS — Post Falls has identified at least 80 trees that need to be removed from Corbin Park due to damage from the heavy snow before it can re-open the site.

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Family shocked as beloved mule shot and killed

RATHDRUM — Tyanne Lash was "completely devastated" when she learned that Toby, the family mule of 15 years, was shot and killed on Monday morning.

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County district boundary changes approved

COEUR d'ALENE — Kootenai County commissioners on Thursday unanimously approved tweaking the three commissioner districts to make the populations of each more even.

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Adopt, dig out a fire hydrant

Looking for an excuse to get out of the house? How about if it increases fire safety in your neighborhood in the process?

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Snowfall declared a disaster

COEUR d'ALENE — Kootenai County commissioners on Wednesday declared last week's snowfall a disaster, opening the possibility for companies such as Kootenai Electric Cooperative to recover some uninsured costs associated with the event.

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Spencer extension delayed until spring

POST FALLS — The Spencer Street extension project in Post Falls won't likely be completed until spring now instead of this winter as earlier expected.

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Working toward the American dream

POST FALLS — Construction of the 40th Habitat for Humanity of North Idaho home in Kootenai County, located at 305 E. Ninth St. in Post Falls, is underway.

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Local jobless rate drops slightly

POST FALLS — With Kootenai County's jobless rate at 4.6 percent in November, analysts expect positive factors to carry over into 2016.

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Oh what a relief it is

COEUR d'ALENE — Local gas prices hovering around the $2 mark are expected to bottom out soon, but AAA does not expect there to be any large increases until mid-February.

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Off-duty detective catches suspect during foot chase

POST FALLS — An off-duty Idaho State Police detective assisted during the arrest of a Montana man who allegedly attempted to escape Post Falls Police officers during a shoplifting call on Friday.

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This time, when PFPD comes knocking, it's all smiles in return

POST FALLS —When Post Falls Police came knocking on Marla Tavares' door on Friday, the initial shock quickly turned to tears of joy.

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Lakeland High School principal since 2000 to retire

RATHDRUM — Test scores may be important, but Conrad Underdahl has never lost track of how relationships prepare students for life.

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Road work to be funded with surplus dollars

The Idaho Transportation Board has selected three North Idaho road and bridge projects totaling nearly $13 million that will by funded by General Fund surplus dollars as authorized by the 2015 Legislature.

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More than 300 current, former students to hold PFHS Troubadors reunion concert

POST FALLS — Having a reunion concert as a retirement party will be music to John Kracht's ears.

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Former Cd'A mayor, tireless volunteer John McHugh remembered

COEUR d'ALENE — John McHugh believed citizen involvement is an obligation to make communities thrive.

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NIC president to retire in June

COEUR d'ALENE — Joe Dunlap is on the road to retirement after leading North Idaho College as president for four years.

COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

North Idaho woman first in state to die from flu this season

COEUR d'ALENE — A North Idaho woman over the age of 60 has become the first resident in the state to die due to the flu this season.

COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Man wanted on seven felony warrants surrenders

POST FALLS — A 38-year-old Spokane man with seven felony warrants was arrested in Post Falls on Sunday night after law enforcement agencies set up a perimeter around a residence.

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Vehicle theft suspect leads police on chase

POST FALLS — A stolen vehicle suspect led police on a chase on Sunday night before the pursuit was called off due to dangerous conditions, according to Post Falls Police.

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Making spirits bright

POST FALLS — The Timber Gastro Pub wants to make Christmas brighter for local people in need.

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USPS back to normal after facility damage

COEUR d'ALENE — Don't call the U.S. Postal Service the Grinch just yet.

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38 years of sentimental value returned

HAYDEN LAKE — After an exhaustive search, Dora Van Dyke thought the wedding band and anniversary ring her late husband Dennis gave her were history.

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County now posting audio recordings of meetings online

COEUR d'ALENE — To improve transparency and inform citizens who can't attend meetings, Kootenai County commissioners are now posting audio recordings of their public meetings to the county's website.

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Bringing out the white flag

COEUR d'ALENE — It was a battle that Phil's Army and Navy Outdoor store could no longer withstand.

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Gift of giddyup

POST FALLS — Post Falls High construction class students are rocking it this Christmas season.

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'Volunteerism is in our DNA'

COEUR d'ALENE — The faces make Bob Malizia want to give more and more.

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Dependable Machine expands

HAYDEN — The wheels of expansion are churning at Dependable Machine, Inc.

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Remembering Pearl Harbor

COEUR d'ALENE — Fifth-grader Julian Coniglicero interrupted regular student programming at Winton Elementary for an important message on Monday.

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Storm emergency center analyzed

COEUR d'ALENE — Kootenai County's Office of Emergency Management director said her office was closed for less than an hour during last month's massive windstorm.

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Organizational lift

POST FALLS — The warehouse for the Guardians Foundation nonprofit became a welcome sea of orange on Thursday.

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County expected to OK refugee resolution

COEUR d'ALENE — Kootenai County is expected to have a voice on government record should refugee resettlement ever occur here.

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Jacklin family named Hometown Heroes

The Jacklins are hometown heroes in Inland Northwest Partners' book.

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Cd'A residents arrested in kidnapping, assault case

Three Coeur d'Alene residents face first-degree kidnapping and aggravated assault charges after an alleged incident in Spokane and Rathdrum last week.

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Counties consider refugee resolutions

COEUR d'ALENE — Kootenai County commissioners are considering a resolution that assures, if Syrian refugees resettle here, the federal government sends money to alleviate possible local financial burdens.

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County prioritizing facility needs

COEUR d'ALENE — With $15.5 million to spend on discretionary projects, including facility upgrades, Kootenai County commissioners are bantering and prioritizing numerous projects.

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Holiday meal sites expected to be stuffed

Organizers of three free community Thanksgiving Day meals are gearing up for larger-than-expected crowds due to power outages from last week's windstorm. Just how many more people will show up is anyone's guess.

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Happy Lakesgiving

COEUR d'ALENE — After being without power for nearly a week, Tracey Delrosario and her family found a hot Thanksgiving meal hit the spot.

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Two arrested after foot pursuit

POST FALLS — Two male suspects face multiple charges after an alleged foot chase with deputies in Post Falls on Friday.

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Storm debris overwhelming transfer stations

COEUR d'ALENE — Kootenai County is in a heavyweight battle.

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Carbon monoxide emergencies prompt 'hyperawareness'

COEUR d'ALENE — Emergency responders said they have received an alarming number of calls about carbon monoxide poisoning from heating or cooking without power after Tuesday's windstorm.

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Roadmap for Ramsey

HAYDEN — Some believe connecting Ramsey Road in Hayden near the Coeur d'Alene Airport is long overdue because traffic relief off U.S. 95 has been needed.

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Residents picking up the pieces after fierce windstorm

Don and Cheri Mitton were following Tuesday's crippling windstorm on TV from the comforts of their Post Falls home when the news came to them via the roof and ceiling.

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A 'historic' blow

As the sun faded Wednesday, Mary Lu Brown braced herself for the second straight night without power.

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Winds of mass destruction

Crushing winds rocked North Idaho on Tuesday, causing flying debris, numerous downed trees and fences and leaving much of the region in a blackout without power into the night.

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Robbery suspect arrested

COEUR d'ALENE — A Post Falls man arrested last week for a robbery in Ellensburg, Wash., is now a person of interest in four local robberies in October, according to police.

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Stepping in their boots

POST FALLS — In the 75 years of his life, Kootenai County Fire and Rescue Commissioner Richard Nordstrom crossed a "first" off his list on Friday.

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Preparing for the 'Silver Tsunami'

POST FALLS — Area senior centers are gearing up for the "Silver Tsunami" this holiday season. If there's ever a time to help seniors in need, the perfect storm is here.

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Green light for Greensferry

POST FALLS — Al Hedman took his grandchildren for a special bike ride Thursday on a route that's been 20 years in the making.

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Randles named Rathdrum Citizen of Year

You might say that Kevin Randles adds a lot of color to Rathdrum.

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'It's a special day'

Veterans Day ceremony brings tears of gratitude

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Thanking those who sacrificed

POST FALLS — Chris Chaffee said it was a cold reception — that is, no reception at all — when he returned from serving in the Navy during the Vietnam War.

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'Fire in the belly'

COEUR d'ALENE — Bud Budvarson did a lot of shooting during World War II, but he never packed a gun around.

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Shining light on homelessness

COEUR d'ALENE — When Ben Kiesbury was homeless in 2010, he described it as a dark and unfamiliar place.

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Music to veterans' ears

POST FALLS — Eighty-eight is a key number to Kathryn Robison these days.

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Out of the darkness

COEUR d'ALENE — When Tad Brown saw Cody Kittelson emerge from behind bushes in downtown Coeur d'Alene, Brown felt compelled to ask the stranger a simple question.

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Services, events, meals to honor veterans

Businesses, schools and other organizations are planning events and services to honor veterans.

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Early visitors from the woods

Moose appear to be heading into cities earlier than normal

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Tail-Waggin' Chili Cookoff to benefit animals

HAYDEN — North Idaho Cider will offer plenty of help warming up on Saturday, Nov. 14.

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Trio arrested on multiple charges

POST FALLS — Post Falls Police officers say they found methamphetamine, heroin, drug paraphernalia, items used in robberies and stolen credit cards inside a stolen vehicle occupied by four Spokane residents Monday night.

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Biologist: Climate change clouds trail ahead

Geer tells conference impacts on fish, wildlife occurring now

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Rathdrum Relay revived

RATHDRUM — The Rathdrum Relay for Life has new life.

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Seven seek three seats in Harrison

HARRISON — Seven residents will seek three seats on the Harrison City Council in Tuesday's election.

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Fire district candidates seek seats

Three fire districts will have races for commission seats in Tuesday's election.

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Huddling on homelessness

COEUR d'ALENE — Local officials and nonprofits are discussing solutions for local homelessness with winter near and the recent closure of some services.

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Answering the call of the community

COEUR d'ALENE — When community needs have called, Duane and Lola Hagadone have always answered.

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Assault charge pursued in school incident

TWIN LAKES — A Twin Lakes Elementary student allegedly threatened the principal and a staff member with a stake on Tuesday morning, prompting a pending assault charge and law enforcement action.

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Fright forecast: Cold, rain

COEUR d'ALENE — Even the weather is expected to be a little spooky this Halloween if you were banking on no rain and mild temperatures.

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Report: Alcohol related to teen's death

COEUR d'ALENE — Alcohol intoxication was a condition related to the death of 16-year-old Reggie Nault on Lake Coeur d'Alene in July, according to a Kootenai County coroner's report released on Friday.

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Spooktacular displays at Post Falls Lions Club haunted house

POST FALLS — The Post Falls Lions Club invites the community to a theater it has dreamed up. But you may want to bring an extra set of underwear to this showing. It won't be comfortable.

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On track for more trains

RATHDRUM — BNSF Railway won't start construction on a second set of tracks through Rathdrum in 2016 as planned, but has asked the city to start preparing for the project.

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Dam work delayed to late December

POST FALLS — The boat launch near Avista Utilities' South Channel Dam at Post Falls will close for the season Monday, Nov. 2, but construction on the dam will continue.

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Robbery spree continues

COEUR d'ALENE — A suspect in four local robbery cases in three days has police wondering what business he'll target next.

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Rathdrum burglary, fraud suspect identified

RATHDRUM — A 21-year-old transient has been identified as the suspect in two vehicle thefts in Rathdrum and for fraudulently using a stolen credit card.

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Building on Bellgrove's past - one quilt block at a time

Building on Bellgrove Grange’s past — one quilt block at a time

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Two robberies attempted

A male suspect is believed to have robbed a Post Falls grocery store Sunday night and targeted a Coeur d'Alene gas station early Monday morning.

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Greensferry overpass a long road to reality

POST FALLS — After 20 years of the Greensferry overpass being discussed, vehicles and pedestrians will cross the structure on Nov. 12.

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Cd'A jobless rate at 5.2 percent

POST FALLS — Coeur d'Alene's newly-released jobless rate of 5.2 percent is the highest among the 11 largest cities in the state. But that's not a negative statistic, an Idaho Department of Labor regional economist says.

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'Worst customer' fulfills dad's wish

POST FALLS — Bobby Wilhelm took what his late father told him to heart.

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Post Falls Rotary, city partner on bike racks in parks

POST FALLS — Post Falls is getting more bicycle-friendly — one rack at a time.

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Vandalism follows citizen outrage over apartment project

POST FALLS — Just two days after residents expressed outrage at City Hall over a 208-unit apartment complex, the construction site sustained thousands of dollars in vandalism damage.

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Parking, underpass idea explored

COEUR d'ALENE — The city of Coeur d'Alene pitched a downtown parking proposal to Kootenai County on Wednesday that aims to solve two ongoing problems.

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County commissioners, transportation planners reach agreement for Cd'A airport

COEUR d'ALENE — An agreement aimed at breaking down planning barriers around the Coeur d'Alene Airport was finally approved by the Kootenai County commissioners Tuesday.

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Lundy named Idaho's top Realtor

COEUR d'ALENE — Whether Denise Lundy is selling real estate or volunteering in the community, she likes to be on the go.

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'Disneyland for ORVs' envisioned

COEUR d'ALENE — The idea of a local off-road vehicle park is gaining traction.

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Study rekindles jail debate

COEUR d'ALENE — The debate over whether the Kootenai County jail should be expanded and how the local justice system can be improved has rekindled.

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'K-career' Otter's top priority

COEUR d'ALENE — Idaho has made the grade in many ways in recent years, but it needs to do its homework when it comes to educating a future workforce, Gov. Butch Otter said.

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Eberlein faces memory concerns

Commissioner said he'll focus on job, not get caught up in inquiries

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Securing cyberspace

COEUR d'ALENE — The way Jim Alves-Foss views cybersecurity is that any of the more than 2 billion Internet users can hack your computer system.

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Major medical on Mullan

POST FALLS — Just as one major medical expansion project in Post Falls opens, another one is announced.

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'It will help make ends meet'

POST FALLS — As Sharon Beamer waited in line to receive food assistance on Wednesday, she pondered how much the lift will help her and her family.

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Rathdrum taps Post Falls for prosecution services

RATHDRUM — When the City of Rathdrum searched for a new prosecutor, it found one just across the Rathdrum Prairie.

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National customer service expert to speak at PF chamber event

POST FALLS — When Bill Drury refers to having a passion for service, he isn't necessarily talking about the volunteering kind of service.

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Making accident central safer

Agencies are working to improve Rathdrum Prairie intersections that are notorious for vehicle collision accidents.

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Brainwashed and back

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Wastewater hearing postponed

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JACC: Back in black

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Takin' it outside

POST FALLS - It was the final nail in the deck.

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Loud wake-up call

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Ferraris coming to Cd'A

COEUR d'ALENE - These Ferrari owners are out to show they're not a bunch with their noses in the air next to their expensive toys.

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'That day has finally come'

After Rick Floyd watched the 2005 Ironman Coeur d'Alene, there was no turning back.

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Megaloads are mega stuck

More than five months after three megaloads were proposed to move through this area, the oil refinery equipment en route to Montana remains stuck at the Port of Wilma near Clarkston, Wash.

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Bodman identified as deputy in crash

The Spokane Valley Sheriff's deputy involved in Friday's crash with a bicyclist was identified Wednesday as former Post Falls City Council member Joe Bodman.

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Post Falls teachers, board reach deal

POST FALLS - The Post Falls School Board and Post Falls Education Association have reached an agreement for the 2014-15 school year that includes a 1 percent salary increase for teachers.

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CEO of Tesh to retire

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Burglars hit Post Falls coffee shops

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'Complacency comes from within'

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Seeing the bright side of being blind

COEUR d'ALENE - David Kuhn said he has experienced many "blessings" in being blind.

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Post Falls leads area in population growth

POST FALLS - Post Falls led local cities in population growth from 2012 to 2013, according to a report released on Thursday by the Idaho Department of Labor.

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Kid power

POST FALLS - They've lent a hand to their peers and adults in need. They've volunteered for community organizations. They've made this city a better place.

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Green light for Greensferry

POST FALLS - One step closer to construction.

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An emotional reunion

RATHDRUM - When Chris Monroe had her photo taken with prisoner-of-war Fred McMurray in 1973, it changed her life forever.

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District 3 winners say votes from conservatives were key

POST FALLS - Don Cheatham believes his lack of political experience and being relatively new here actually helped him earn the Republican nomination for Frank Henderson's seat at the Legislature.

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Law enforcement shooting range built near Plummer

PLUMMER - Area law enforcement agencies now have access to a shooting-training facility in the Plummer area.

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Two incumbents lead in District 3

POST FALLS - Two 3rd Legislative District incumbents were leading races in Tuesday's primary election at press-time early this morning.

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Cover that load

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A hefty addition to the toolbox

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Plans proceed for Hayden Canyon

HAYDEN - Groundbreaking on the first homes of Hayden Canyon is expected in late summer or early fall, said Glen Lanker, president of the design firm working on the project.

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Hayden charter school proposed

HAYDEN - Organizers of a public charter school being proposed in Hayden hope the facility will open in the fall of 2015.

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Jobless rate tumbles

POST FALLS - Kootenai County's jobless rate is tumbling down, according to a report released Friday by the Idaho Department of Labor.

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The write way

COEUR d'ALENE - Skyway Elementary students entered the "author zone" on Thursday.

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From Facebook to booked

POST FALLS - Post Falls Police have a friend in Facebook.

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Disaster ready

RATHDRUM - Local emergency responders are always on high alert when it comes to hazardous materials.

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Spirit Lake woman arrested for drugs

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Goedde leads state legislative candidate finances

With more than $60,000 in campaign funds raised, Sen. John Goedde leads local candidates in the amount of money collected for the May 20 primary.

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CDA Iron Series unveiled

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Moving on

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It never hurts to get a lift

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Fill 'em up

POST FALLS - Empty Bowls will help fill the Post Falls Food Bank shelves.

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District 3 House seat B: Don Cheatham

POST FALLS - Don Cheatham wants to help Idaho stand on its own.

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District 3 House seat B: Jeff Ward

POST FALLS - Jeff Ward wants to put his political and community involvement to use in Boise.

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District 3 House seat A: Ron Mendive

Ron Mendive said he wants to continue to protect freedoms for future generations.

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District 3 House seat A: Terry Werner

Terry Werner wants to take what he believes is a moderate, common-sense approach to Boise.

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District 3 House seat B: Greg Gfeller

POST FALLS - Greg Gfeller wants to put his business background to work in Boise.

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Dist. 3 Senate: Bob Nonini

Bob Nonini believes his leadership experience is a valuable asset to maintain in Boise.

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Dist. 3 Senate: Pat Whalen

Pat Whalen believes it's time to take his community roots and experience as a successful business owner to another level.

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He's a Lion for life

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Have a blast with the birds

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Politics and pizza served for 21 years

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'The Chef' takes on Italian flavor

HAUSER - Retired principal Chris Hammons has gone back to school. His subject? Pizza.

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Five-vehicle crash seriously injures two

STATELINE VILLAGE - A five-vehicle crash Friday afternoon resulted in serious injuries to a man and woman who were riding a motorcycle.

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Bikers plan rally, parade

COEUR d'ALENE - Ladies and gentlemen, start your engines.

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No cash, no escape for robbery suspect

POST FALLS - Having formerly worked at a Las Vegas casino, Heather Sigel knows when to call a bluff.

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Gfeller seeks District 3 House seat

POST FALLS - Greg Gfeller believes his business background will be an asset in Boise to help create jobs.

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Teams help mudslide victim's family

Call it an off-the-field victory, chock-full of emotion.

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Idaho cost of living climbs

Idaho's slight cost-of-living climb in 2012 is likely another sign of a rebounding economy, a University of Idaho economist said.

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Sensel named Post Falls High School principal

POST FALLS - Chris Sensel is moving up the Post Falls High administration ladder.

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Roaring back into service

The Coeur d'Alene Lions Club has come roaring back once again.

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The need for speed

POST FALLS - A Post Falls man will represent the U.S. in an international event this May - at 140 miles per hour.

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Call forces lockdown of Plummer-Worley schools

A frightening call to Lakeside Elementary in Plummer on Wednesday resulted in school lockdowns in the Plummer-Worley School District for more than three hours.

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Father faces abuse charges

A 32-year-old Post Falls father was arrested Tuesday for allegedly physically abusing his 12-year-old son.

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Turning data into intelligence

COEUR d'ALENE - Smarter cities embrace technology to manage the infrastructure, operations and people that drive sustainable economic growth.

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Taking dual credit to another level

RATHDRUM - The Lakeland College Academy dual-credit program can get students within one semester of an associate's degree - before even graduating high school.

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Job openings push down jobless rate

POST FALLS - Mother Nature can lend a hand when it comes to the job scene, analysts say.

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Plummer woman seeks Miss Indian World title

Imani Antone has wanted to compete in the Miss Indian World competition since she was a little girl.

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Talkin' dollars and sense

Post Falls wants to know what's on your mind in terms of how your tax dollars should be spent by the city.

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KTEC students in global contest

A team of students from the Kootenai Technical Education Campus (KTEC) placed third in a recent international hospitality contest.

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Mountain climb finally ends

POST FALLS - Access approved.

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Spirit Lake special delivery

SPIRIT LAKE - Surprises in the mailbox reached new heights for a Spirit Lake woman Wednesday morning.

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Summer meals to be served at Lakeland

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Proof is in the produce

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Dispute leads to woman's arrest

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Panel: More space needed

The Post Falls School District has a backlog of facility needs that a committee has recommended the district address as soon as possible.

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A tree-mendous gift

POST FALLS - More than 3,000 free landscape trees will branch out to their new owners at Q'emiln Park on Saturday.

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When disaster strikes

RATHDRUM - Artificial"chaos" broke out throughout Kootenai County on Thursday as the setup of a disaster drill.

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Tweeting on the street

POST FALLS - Post Falls Police will go social Friday night.

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On the right path

RATHDRUM - Rathdrum is hot on the trail toward expanding more pathways.

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School promotion announced

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When a green light causes pause...

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Vehicle theft suspect tailed, then arrested

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Blaze comes back

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Annex request hearing is Tuesday

RATHDRUM - A 33-acre annexation request south of Lakeland High has drawn a lot of public testimony, and heads Tuesday to a public hearing with the Rathdrum City Council.

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Worth a million

POST FALLS - These volunteers are worth a million bucks.

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Not so good on paper

POST FALLS - Post Falls has reopened the case of the deteriorating wall mural.

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When will Post Falls Landing take off?

POST FALLS - Another chapter in the 13-year history of the Post Falls Landing project is about to start.

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Tense moments on I-90

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Doctor sighted pulling pranks

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Health care deadline is Monday

When Chris Bishop enrolled for health insurance the other day through Idaho's version of Obamacare, she was pleasantly surprised.

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Focusing on careers

POST FALLS - Tanner Hildebrand had a hunch that he wanted to pursue a law enforcement career.

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Called to action

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High schoolers pass 'lip dub' torch to elementary students

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Skiing in Sochi

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Jobless report a mixed bag

POST FALLS - The local job scene resembles many of these spring days: partly sunny, partly cloudy.

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Standoff ends with arrest

RATHDRUM - A wanted 27-year-old man who led police on a chase and barricaded himself inside a Rathdrum apartment was arrested Friday night after a six-hour standoff.

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Ready for osprey

COEUR d'ALENE - Osprey are at home in North Idaho.

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Prairie project pending

The widening of busy Prairie Avenue will continue this summer.

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'Not going to let the crooks win'

POST FALLS - Post Falls has taken the first step to replacing five military emblems that were stolen from Q'emiln Park last October.

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Focusing on the center

POST FALLS - Talking about how Post Falls needs a lively city center is one thing. Getting there has been another.

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Senior center goes for the gold

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Post Falls trail project clears final hurdle

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Highway 41 trail funding secured

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Park for canines planned

Rathdrum is unleashing plans for a dog park.

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Catch a wave

POST FALLS - A whitewater park below Avista Utilities' Post Falls Dam - a desire of Spokane River enthusiasts for years - will become reality.

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Loads on hold

Finding a route for megaloads to travel through Coeur d'Alene has been a megahurdle.

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Lakeland school levy passes

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Post Falls Dam project to be discussed Thursday

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Alleged robber strikes Post Falls business

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Rain, melting snow close Kootenai schools

Water was everywhere in the Kootenai School District on Monday, forcing the district to cancel classes for the day and again today.

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Man arrested for allegedly assaulting officer

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Summer meals may be offered in Lakeland

RATHDRUM - Lakeland Joint School District students in need could be offered free breakfast and lunch this summer for the first time.

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Lakeland levy vote Tuesday

RATHDRUM - Voters in the Lakeland Joint School District will consider a two-year supplemental levy Tuesday.

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Infant's condition improves

A Post Falls infant who was allegedly harmed by his father continues to make strides in recovery at Sacred Heart Medical Center in Spokane, police said on Thursday.

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Father charged with felony injury to child

POST FALLS - A 20-year-old Post Falls father was arrested Tuesday night on a felony injury to child charge after his 4-month-old son was transported to Kootenai Health and then Sacred Heart Medical Center for serious head injuries.

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Wine, Stein and Dine is Saturday

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Interstate 90 opens sooner than expected

Getting to Montana became a little easier Tuesday afternoon.

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Cd'A Marathon moves to downtown location

COEUR d'ALENE - A portion of Coeur d'Alene's new McEuen Park will barely be open before the first event will be held at the downtown location.

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Calling all Iron-volunteers

COEUR d'ALENE - Dani Zibell-Wolfe has gone from being an Ironman Coeur d'Alene volunteer to rounding up about 3,000 of those helpers.

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For Post Falls centenarians, happiness a two-way street

POST FALLS - Ruth Dixon and Betty Hollingsworth have enjoyed making others happy.

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Rathdrum annex request gains ground

RATHDRUM - A 33-acre Rathdrum annexation request that has drawn traffic concerns has the Planning and Zoning Commission's recommendation as it heads to the city council.

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Keene to run for county coroner

POST FALLS - Warren Keene plans to make a run for Kootenai County coroner.

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The 'Cats' come out at Post Falls High

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Crime spree suspects arrested

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'Think before you speak'

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Crosby to run for House

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Documentary to be shown at Lakeland High

RATHDRUM - The community is invited to a showing of the "Finding Kind" documentary film on Monday at Lakeland High School.

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On the economic horizon

RATHDRUM - Rathdrum is taking a renewed interest in economic development opportunities.

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Residents address annex request

RATHDRUM - Concerned Rathdrum residents will have to wait longer to know what recommendation the city council will receive on a 33-acre annexation request.

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USDA home loan change celebrated

POST FALLS - The recently passed federal Farm Bill had a trickle-down effect right here in the River City.

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'Guns and Hoses' ready to pedal for a purpose

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Annex request draws concerns

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Avalanche alert

Recent wild weather swings have snowballed into ripe conditions for avalanches in North Idaho mountains, according to the Idaho Panhandle Avalanche Center.

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A sweet time

POST FALLS - Valentine's Day brought student Nebaeh Cameron and senior Don Grunsted together on Friday.

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KMPO seeks solution

POST FALLS - A regional transportation board has taken the first step toward what it hopes will resolve a two-year land-use debate on the Rathdrum Prairie.

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A new place to play

SPIRIT LAKE - Goodbye Fireside Lodge, hello Fireside Park.

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Man shot, killed after chase

A male driver who led law enforcement on a chase on Interstate 90 in Idaho Tuesday night died during a deputy-involved shooting in Spokane Valley, according to police.

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Time to go?

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Fighting crime one training wall at a time

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Slideoff central

The ice was not so nice to motorists on Monday.

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Snowbank ends chase

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Certified to serve

POST FALLS - The new Rehabilitation Hospital of the Northwest is off and running.

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Werner to seek Idaho House seat

POST FALLS - Terry Werner, who plans to retire as Post Falls' public services director Sept. 30, announced he will seek a seat in the Idaho House.

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Hauser home burns

HAUSER - Fire gutted a home in the Hauser area Friday afternoon.

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Freeze frame

COEUR d'ALENE - You know it's frigid when Lake Coeur d'Alene shows obvious signs of freezing.

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Local gas prices expected to climb

COEUR d'ALENE - Don't get too comfy with gas prices; they're expected to climb.

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Whalen hopes to bring unity to Legislature

POST FALLS - Pat Whalen believes the timing is right for him both personally and politically to make a run for the Idaho Senate.

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Caught

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Siblings had tight-knit relationship

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Democrat candidate for governor stops in Post Falls

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Here comes the cold

A one-two weather punch is expected to sock the area over the next week.

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Boy, girl fall in pond, die

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Writing it down

POST FALLS - As the kamikaze zeroed in on Harold Kiel's ship, even the aviator's leather helmet and goggles became clear.

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Wilhelm named PF top citizen

POST FALLS - Linda Wilhelm loves calling Post Falls her lifelong home, and her actions back that up.

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Dollars and sense?

PLUMMER - Mike Ferguson believes he's presenting more than an alternative state budget to Gov. Butch Otter's proposal.

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Tribe, NIC resume cultural center talks

PLUMMER - Let the talks between North Idaho College and the Coeur d'Alene Tribe on building a longhouse or cultural center resume.

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Crime spree has two suspects

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In the loop

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When road and runway collide

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Optimism on the job front

POST FALLS — Kootenai County's economic engine is revving up for a promising 2014, labor analysts say.

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Anything goes at Post Falls auction

POST FALLS - You never know what's going to crop up in the swampland, and that's how Will and Emily Behar want their new auction business to be as well.

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Life on the Century Farm

WORLEY - One hundred years, five generations, one farm.

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From trials to triumph

POST FALLS - Helping kids has given Cenedra Witherspoon confidence, and the Boys and Girls Club of Kootenai County has provided the Post Falls High sophomore that opportunity.

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Labrador: 'We need to be bold in our vision'

POST FALLS - Many questions asked to Rep. Raul Labrador during a town hall meeting Wednesday night had the same answer; Republican unity is needed to change the tide on many issues.

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Tip helps locate fleeing suspects

POST FALLS - A high-speed pursuit that started on Interstate 90 in Post Falls Tuesday night led to the arrest of three stolen-vehicle suspects in Spokane Valley.

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Art brings activities together

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Post Falls reviews commission rules

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From farm to urban renewal

POST FALLS - Without even noticing it's there, thousands of motorists each day zip past a shining example of how most believe urban renewal districts should work.

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Employee uses company credit card for spending spree

POST FALLS - When Russell Mann couldn't sleep, he turned to reviewing his company's credit card information online to make him tired.

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Stepping out (and up) for human rights

COEUR d'ALENE - Local fifth-graders on Thursday showed that human rights are worth dancing, singing, speaking and hearing about.

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Message from the Mariners

POST FALLS - Nick Franklin knew that to become a professional baseball player he had to D-R-E-A-M first.

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The more, the merrier

POST FALLS - The Post Falls Chamber of Commerce is rolling out the red carpet to the entire community.

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Megaload proposal in feds' hands

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Spirit Lake picks chief

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Rathdrum council to mull annex request

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Lakeland levy numbers set

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Flash: Safer crosswalks in Rathdrum

RATHDRUM - New technology has arrived on Highway 41 in Rathdrum in the name of pedestrian safety.

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Pets may have been abused

COEUR d'ALENE - When Christine Taysan's dog Intsy became sick and had a sore nose and mouth two weeks ago, malicious activity never crossed the pet owner's mind.

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Citizens say goodbye to Larkin

POST FALLS - Clay Larkin's recently-purchased pontoon boat will be outfitted well.

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Going solo

ATHOL - The Timberlake Fire Protection District is back on its own.

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Burn permits go online

The Idaho Department of Lands is test-driving a new online burn permit system that offers residents an easier, free way to legally burn yard waste. It's also changing the way many fire districts and towns are handling burn permits.

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Climbing a mountain

RATHDRUM - The city of Rathdrum believes it finally has the key to opening its crown jewel - 557 acres it owns on Rathdrum Mountain that are eyed as a recreation paradise.

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Business burglary suspect arrested

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Charges dropped, official moves on

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Clay Larkin honored

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Cities face law firm change

A municipal law firm that has represented several area cities has dissolved, but the previous partners have joined a different local group with which most of the cities are now contracting.

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'Full of life'

POST FALLS - Bobbi Rollins had a passion for making Post Falls a vibrant community.

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New year, new life

COEUR d'ALENE - New Year's Day provided a new beginning for Nancy Haag and Ben Teller.

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'Attitude of gratitude'

RATHDRUM - Billy Gill served time for dealing drugs, but he's about to receive his welding certification and hopes to get a job to support his family.

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Reckless driving suspect arrested

POST FALLS - A 19-year-old Post Falls man was arrested on Thursday afternoon for reckless driving after he allegedly drove 100 mph and nearly caused multiple crashes.

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Concierge medicine, not just for the rich

HAYDEN - Richard Samuel is helping bring the old-fashioned country doctor back.

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Newby-ginnings for veterans

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New device for EMS toolbox

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Lakeland mulls school levy

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Spirit Lake man arrested on eluding, burglary charges

SPOKANE VALLEY - A wanted 28-year-old Spirit Lake man was arrested on felony charges of eluding and residential burglary in Spokane Valley early Friday after he reportedly barricaded himself inside a home.

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Taking a tumble

POST FALLS - Kootenai County's unemployment rate dropped eight-tenths of a percent to 6.6 percent in November, making it the lowest it has been since October 2008, according to an Idaho Department of Labor report released on Friday.

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Megaloads proposal gets mixed reaction

COEUR d'ALENE - While state officials call a plan allowing three megaloads to pass through the area with a temporary Interstate 90 on-ramp "pretty routine," critics remain skeptical.

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Pennies from heaven

COEUR d'ALENE - When it comes to Press Christmas for All, Molly Whelan is all in.

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Fire destroys Rathdrum-area shop

RATHDRUM - A fire destroyed a Rathdrum-area shop and caused heavy damage to another on Wednesday.

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Looking forward to 50

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Megaloads need special on-ramp

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Tip of a lifetime

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Weekend vehicle thefts in Post Falls

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Staging for kids

POST FALLS - A man with a big white beard and jolly red hat pushed a shopping cart full of toys for kids down the aisle at Walmart. Santa?

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Getting that acting experience

POST FALLS - Anne Lillian Mitchell has taken a bunch of youths - some with no acting experience - to give them a chance on stage and roll out "The Best Little Christmas Pageant Ever."

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'A fair and honest man'

POST FALLS - Whether serving as Post Falls' police chief or Kootenai County clerk, Cliff Hayes found innovative ways to improve his departments with the taxpayer in mind.

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Camp for kids with cancer revived

POST FALLS - A popular regional summer camp that's free for kids with cancer and was in limbo this year has split into two separate camps, one on each side of the border.

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Molding new talent

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Car hits home, residents evacuated

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Woman sues Post Falls Police

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Fire destroys Athol-area home

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Shalena's memory lives on

HAUSER - Even through chemotherapy during his battle with nerve cancer, Brodie Mahakam smiled.

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In the Christmas spirit, A great time for kids, parents

POST FALLS - Bone-chilling outside, heartwarming inside.

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Shooting, chase suspect arrested, pursuit ends with no injuries

ATHOL - The suspect who allegedly shot at law enforcement at least twice during a high-speed chase in northern Kootenai County early Thursday was arrested later in the morning after an eight-hour manhunt.

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Old Man Winter affects Santa's arrival

Santa Claus isn't coming to town for Hayden's parade and Christmas tree lighting ceremony this year, but jolly old St. Nick still plans to make stops for other community celebrations on Friday and Saturday.

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Economic growth efforts honored

Local economic development efforts were honored during a regional nonprofit's recent annual meeting.

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All aboard the Holiday Express

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Post Falls may delay board appointments

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Investigators probe cause of Athol fire

ATHOL - The cause of a fire that caused heavy damage to an Athol home last weekend remains under investigation.

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Jobless rate drops slightly

POST FALLS - Kootenai County's jobless rate decreased one-tenth of a percent to 7.4 percent in October, according to an Idaho Department of Labor report released on Friday.

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'Pawsitive' results

RATHDRUM - When Monte, a hound mix, got acquainted with his new family on Thursday, Curtiss Lockett couldn't help but smile.

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'People helping people'

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Seed grant sprouts clinics

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Warming shelters heating up

Cold temperatures ahead have put local warming shelters into action.

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Missing person case revived

POST FALLS - A retired FBI agent has been tapped to give new life to an 8-year-old suspicious case of a missing Post Falls woman.

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Ready for snow? You better be

Ready or not, here comes the first significant snowfall of the winter.

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Free Thanksgiving dinners planned, organizers seek help

At least three free Thanksgiving Day dinners are being planned in Kootenai County for anyone in need.

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Adding on at Ross Point

POST FALLS - One load of concrete at a time, the Ross Point Baptist Camp is quashing rumors of development of its prime site along the Spokane River.

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Dam makeover to affect PF park

POST FALLS - Avista's dam restoration project in 2014 will open the gates to impacts at the adjacent Q'emiln Park, boat launch, trailhead shelter building and trails along the Spokane River.

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Turkey demand calls

Area food banks are calling on some turkeys to come through to meet Thanksgiving demand.

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Post Falls eyes new renewal district

POST FALLS - Initial steps have been taken to create a new Post Falls urban renewal district that includes Idaho Veneer and the surrounding area.

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