Wednesday, April 09, 2025

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FAST FIVE: On the fence about fencing? Cody Albert has you covered

Meet Cody Albert, a longtime North Idahoan who is the owner and operator of Rock Bar Fence in Post Falls.
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Lake City High production takes center stage April 17

A show about a historical figure with a big personality, a memorable societal impact and a deep sense of compassion and duty call for a big, memorable production with a lot of heart.
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Coeur d'Alene High recipient of Douglas fir that went to space

Some trees become matchsticks, musical instruments or furniture. Others are turned into paper and used to make books filled with extraordinary tales of adventure. A few select trees become space travelers and have exciting stories of their own. One such NASA Moon Tree was planted Monday afternoon at Coeur d'Alene …
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Egg hunts, other spring fun to be found around North Idaho

Colorful eggs abound as Post Falls city staff prepare for a Q’emiln Park egg extravaganza.
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Hayden Longshots top trap team at 2025 Winter League shoot off

Winning is no long shot for a team of young shooting enthusiasts.
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FAST FIVE Jeff Harris' path to sweet success

Meet Jeff Harris, founder of Bombshell Sweets in Hayden. Success often follows an unexpected path, and for Jeff, the road to founding Bombshell Sweets — now a leading name in gourmet cotton candy — was anything but conventional.
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Young singer shares experience performing national anthem at area sporting events

A young local vocalist is continuing to pursue her singing dreams. Lake City High School freshman Jordynn Walker, 15, has been having a blast singing at Gonzaga University's soccer, volleyball, baseball and basketball games. She performed the national anthem Saturday at the Women's NCAA Super Regional March Madness game before …
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DEVIN WRITING Voices of the future

Future voters are learning the procedural ropes for when they get to have a say in the world of politics.
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Lake City students to participate in state Youth in Government conference

Future voters are learning the procedural ropes for when they get to have a say in what happens in their world.
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Coeur d'Alene High senior focuses project on money matters

When Coeur d'Alene High School senior Aniston Ewing was a little girl, she went to run errands with her grandfather. “He had to fill up his tank of gas and by the end of it, he had this little notebook," she said. "I was curious; I didn’t know what he …
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Lakes principal, two teachers honored with district awards

It's been said that good things come in threes. For Lakes Middle School, that idiom proved to be true Thursday as teachers Citali Sanchez Zuniga and Michelle Biediger and Principal Jeff Bengtson were honored by the Coeur d'Alene School District for their outstanding work as educators and leaders. The announcements …
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FAST FIVE: Mom of six Doree Handford knows you can't pour from an empty cup

Meet Doree Handford, a wife and a devoted mother of six who has spent the past two decades walking alongside families as they step into the world of parenthood. Through her work as a childbirth educator, doula and unwavering friend, Doree has supported countless parents during one of the most …
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Longtime Lakeland teacher calls out school board in resignation letter

A longtime Lakeland Joint School District teacher and adviser issued her resignation at the March 19 school board meeting.
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Kindness Project delivers notes of appreciation

"You are loved." "You are appreciated." "Our community is a better place with you in it." "We're glad you're here." These words of love and gratitude are showering the community with good vibes as friendly notes are being distributed to an array of organizations and businesses during the North Idaho …
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'Recollection' brings home Best Northwest Feature awards

A filmmaking family shot for the moon and has found themselves among the stars. Paradox Studios, founded and owned by Caden Butera of Coeur d'Alene, won the Golden SpIFFy top award for Best Northwest Feature at the Spokane International Film Festival, as well as the audience choice award for Best …
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Vocational Rehab, Coeur d'Alene School District host career fair

The gym in the Coeur d'Alene Early Learning Center was bustling with conversation for hours Tuesday as high school students learned about pet grooming, public safety, cotton candy making and other potential career paths. "I did learn a lot of stuff," Coeur d'Alene High School student Danny Nguyen said.
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North Idaho College programs take burden off mom in need of vehicle repair

A spray and wipe here, a twist of a lug nut there. Second-year North Idaho College automotive technology student Sam MacKinnon inspected a front brake rotor of a 2003 Mercury Mountaineer before putting on the final touches Thursday afternoon.
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North Idaho Kindness Project delivers notes of appreciation throughout community

"You are loved." "You are appreciated." "Our community is a better place with you in it." "We're glad you're here." These words of love and gratitude are showering the community with good vibes as friendly notes are being distributed to an array of organizations and businesses during the North Idaho …
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Lakeland superintendent talks levy with Rathdrum Chamber

One hundred percent of seniors at Lakeland, Timberlake and Mountain View Alternative high schools graduated at the close of the 2024 school year. "That's 13 years of commitment and dedication from an amazing staff working with amazing parents to take care of kids and make sure that they have the …
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High school transition program celebrates 15 years

If rising tides lift all ships, then Project SEARCH is how young adults with disabilities become captains of their own fates. The high school transition program has been conducted in partnership with Kootenai Health and the Coeur d'Alene School District for 15 years. Interns, graduates, business partners, school district leaders …
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Post Falls Rotary dedicates crosswalks to honor Mark Jones, others

For a guy with a fairly common name, Mark Jones was an uncommon guy. He believed in the kids who fall through the cracks of society, the ones with difficult home lives who often find their way to juvenile detention. In his role managing the Post Falls School District's Alternative …
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Send us your fourth grade Arbor Day program stories and photos

Retired forest pathologist John Schwandt grew up in Illinois where he and his siblings received free trees for Arbor Day programs. "One of them is still there 70 years later," Schwandt said Monday. "I got interested in forestry partly as a result of that and made that my career. I’ve …
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Post Falls superintendent gives levy talk at American Legion

The Post Falls School District runs an average daily attendance rate of 92.6%. "Which means that each year, we lose 7.4% of our operational funding — funding that should be coming to us from the state of Idaho," Post Falls Superintendent Dena Naccarato said Monday evening. “The only way for …
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Women's Gift Alliance visits grant recipient Lake City Playhouse

The old lights in the Lake City Playhouse theater were installed in the 1960s, and even then, they were secondhand.
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Milken Award-winning educator shares teaching style, tips during lab sessions in Coeur d'Alene

He walked around his colorful and ambiently lit classroom, stopping at different desks to check in with small student groups as his pupils worked their way to cylinder volume answers using the V=πr^2h formula.
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Mom Prom will be April 12 at Coeur d'Alene Eagles

Sometimes, she might only be known as "Mother," "Mama," "Mommy" or "Mom." She wakes her kids up for school, makes meals for the family, does the dishes, folds the laundry and tucks everyone in at night. She gives the best hugs and kisses away the pain from bumped heads and …
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Mystery Gourd, it was nice growing you

Before I dip my fingers into the soil and start mapping out my gardening ambitions this spring, I would be remiss if I didn't share a rather fun story of a curious Cucurbita that was a pleasant surprise last growing season.
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Coeur d'Alene support group hosting upcoming events for patients, families, caregivers

On and off. In the world of Parkinson's disease, "on" is often used to communicate that medication is working and symptoms are under control. "'Off' is when your symptoms are not necessarily controlled, and every Parkinson's patient's 'off' is somewhat unique to them," Jennifer Martin, a drug representative from Abbvie …
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Post Falls American Legion celebrates service, excellence at awards banquet

It was a surprise to Stephen Godfrey — but not much of a surprise to those who know him — that he was named Post Falls American Legion Post 143's Legionnaire of the Year. "I'm kind of lost for words, which is unusual, because I wasn't expecting this at all," …
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Sorensen community wraps arms around student with brain tumor

He wore a cool black jacket and a big grin. When the wind picked up, his mom covered his bright red hair with an even brighter red cap. Although it was a bit chilly on the playground Friday afternoon, Sorensen Magnet School of the Arts and Humanities fourth grader Benji …
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FAST FIVE Jackie Stallings: Courage and advocacy for the disability community

Meet Jackie Stallings, a vocational rehabilitation counselor at the Idaho Commission for the Blind, icbvi.idaho.gov.
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Ramsey students explore vast array of questions, concepts at annual science fair

Enlarged gummy bears, live baby chicks, elephant toothpaste, vinegar volcanoes, homemade X-ray machines, solutions for air pollution, how to manage bacteria in the cafeteria.
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Longtime patron, actress, board president named artistic director of Lake City Playhouse

All the world may be a stage, but to Brooke Wood, the Lake City Playhouse stage and the community that surrounds it is all the world. The longtime patron, actress and supporter of the little nonprofit theater on Garden Avenue recently stepped down as its board president. She is now …
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Garden Club supports Fernan STEM Academy aquaponics with $500 grant

Third graders Liam Lavine and Thomas Holom were anything but coy Tuesday as they explained how Fernan STEM Academy's aquaponics system works. It all begins with the fish, what they eat and the organic waste they generate.
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Women to share wisdom Friday at Lake City Playhouse

Dancer. Writer. Motivational speaker. County commissioner. Activist. Daughter. Sister. Mom. Grandma. Wife. Human.
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Silverwood's Tremors coaster to receive 'seismic upgrade'

A trackless roller coaster? Yes. For a time. Silverwood Theme Park announced Thursday the Tremors roller coaster will be receiving a "seismic upgrade."
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FAST FIVE United Way's Rachel Peterson: A servant's heart, an entrepreneur's spirit

Meet Rachel Peterson, who hails from Bremerton, Wash., where she was raised by Grandpa — and she got an early start as a volunteer.
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Evening of Hope welcomes patients, survivors, caregivers

The North Idaho Cancer Warriors Evening of Hope will begin again at 5 p.m. March 5. The cancer support group has not held an in-person event since January 2024 when its meeting location, the Post Falls Library, experienced burst pipes and flooding brought on by severe winter weather. With the …
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Daughters of the American Revolution chapter recognizes good citizens, essay winners

WayMaker Christian Academy junior Brody Slawson has a deep interest in American history. After he learned he is the 2025 History Student of Excellence for the Daughters of the American Revolution Lt. George Farragut Chapter, he said a question began circulating in his mind: Why?
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Students participate in welding, automotive competitions

Work, wax, weld, win. Students sparked up their welders and strapped on their respirators as they participated in welding and automotive competitions Friday morning at the Parker Technical Education Center.
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Kootenai County students participate in welding, automotive competitions

Work, wax, weld, win. Students sparked up their welders and strapped on their respirators as they participated in welding and automotive competitions Friday morning at the Parker Technical Education Center.
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Coeur d'Alene brothers announce release of largest film project to date: 'Recollection'

Two brothers. Two supportive parents. A whole slew of talented cast and crew. One final product: “Recollection.”
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FAST FIVE Laura Beyer: Communication, camaraderie and cookies!

Meet Laura Beyer, the director of marketing and development for Coeur d’Alene Charter Academy. Laura and also serves on the board for Kootenai County Young Professionals. She was recently named one of Kootenai County’s Top 30 Under 40, is a graduate of the Leadership Coeur d’Alene Class of 2021 (best …
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Human Rights Education Institute's MLK Gala is Tuesday at The Coeur d'Alene Resort

The Human Rights Education Institute will honor the legacy and impact of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. during the MLK Gala at 6 p.m. Tuesday at The Coeur d'Alene Resort.
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Community night brings in resources, support for students

From the moment they walked up to the front doors to the moment they left, guests were welcomed as part of the Mountain View Moose family. “It’s Mountain View, it’s the best school in the world,” said freshman Khonner Peck, who served as a door greeter with eighth grader Leilani …
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Lakeland places four-day school week on back burner

A four-day school week is not a top priority for the Lakeland Joint School District at this time. Despite a recent survey that returned results showing many parents to be in favor of the potential change, trustees of the Lakeland School Board agreed during Wednesday's meeting this potentially divisive issue …
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Four-day school week survey results on tonight's agenda for Lakeland

Officials of the Lakeland Joint School District will present findings from a recent four-day school week survey when the school board meets at 6 tonight at the district office, 15506 N. Washington St., Rathdrum.
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Ivy Court therapy dog brings joy to residents in Coeur d'Alene

Bingo at Ivy Court is a hit with the residents. It's a fun social activity, but bingo also means Wendy the therapy dog will be visiting. "She’s our bingo dog,” Ivy Court activity assistant and Wendy's owner Shawna Vargovich said Thursday.
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North Idaho Kindness Project to distribute notes of goodwill throughout community

A little note of love and appreciation can go a long way in brightening someone's day. A lot of days will be brightened when the North Idaho Kindness Project floods the community with Kindness Cards in the coming weeks.
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FAST FIVE Jason Legler: Connecting dots in the veteran community

Meet Jason Legler, the community resource specialist for veteran outreach and community support for the Idaho Division of Veterans Services.
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Coeur d'Alene middle schoolers hunt for fossils within ancient rocks

Tap, chip, tap, chip, tippity tap tap tap... Eureka! "We actually split it!" Lakes Middle School seventh grader Alex Terry announced Thursday morning as he and classmate Ruby Zaike worked open a piece of ancient sedimentary shale. Guests from Stonerose Interpretive Center and Eocene Fossil Site in Republic, Wash. have …
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A random act of kindness

Reaching out across time and space to touch a stranger's heart can be scary.
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Lakeland's Parson is Idaho's Tech Director of the Year

Ever since he was a kid, Lakeland Joint School District Instructional Technology Director Chad Parson has had a technologically inquisitive mind. “Technology is obviously a little misunderstood," Parson said Tuesday. "People don’t even think about technology until things go wrong."
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Coeur d'Alene Charter Academy sweeps MathCounts competition

Coeur d'Alene Charter Academy had a strong showing at the MathCounts competition Feb. 4 at North Idaho College.
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Post Falls School District to float $5.96M levy in May

Trustees of the Post Falls School Board unanimously voted Monday evening to approve a resolution and ballot language to float a $5,958,551-per-year, two-year replacement supplemental levy May 20.
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Coeur d'Alene schools no-phone policy up for debate Monday

Students don't really pass paper notes in class anymore. They have computers at their fingertips in the form of smartphones and other personal electronic devices. Texting and social media have replaced the origami-folded paper notes of yesteryear for student-to-student communication. The Coeur d'Alene School District is restricting use of cell …
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FAST FIVE What's cooking, Joshua Lozano?

Meet Joshua Lozano, a professional cook who understands the rules of the masters, but learned how to bend and break them like an artist.
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Hospice of North Idaho celebrates record-breaking event

The 40th year turned out to be the finest. Hospice of North Idaho hosted a successful sold-out soirée Feb. 1, raising an all-time best of more than $276,000 at the 40th annual Wine Taste and Auction at The Coeur d'Alene Resort.
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Aspiring inventors showcase projects at regional Invention Convention

Originality, innovation, scientific discovery, setting objectives, conducting research and organizing documentation are at the core of Invent Idaho.
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Coeur d'Alene artist Stephen Shortridge encourages young painters at Sorensen

The only way to turn a canvas into a work of art is to start. "What I think about art is you should be able to fail because you tried," artist Stephen Shortridge said Tuesday afternoon over a hubbub of first graders putting finishing touches on their kid-sized paintings of …
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Lakeland schools to explore four-day school week

Families in the Lakeland Joint School District will soon be asked their opinions about a four-day school week. Trustees directed Superintendent Lisa Arnold Wednesday evening to gather information about transitioning to a four-day school week, which will be explored as the district faces funding losses following the failure of its …
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Lakeland schools to explore four-day school week

Families in the Lakeland Joint School District will soon be asked their opinions about a four-day school week. Trustees directed Superintendent Lisa Arnold Wednesday evening to gather information about transitioning to a four-day school week, which will be explored as the district faces funding losses following the failure of its …
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Coeur d'Alene High choir director named Outstanding Young Music Educator

People are singing the praises of a local choir director. Coeur d'Alene High School's Lexi Walker has been named the 2024-2025 Idaho Music Educators Association's outstanding Young Music Educator.
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Bond sales lead to more money for Kootenai County school districts

The Idaho State Department of Education announced Monday that bond sales have resulted in Idaho schools receiving an additional $86.5 million in facilities funding, thanks to favorable market conditions and collaboration between the Idaho Department of Education, Idaho State Building Authority and financial services firm JP Morgan in moving the …
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Coeur d'Alene 84-year-old looks forward to finally graduating from college

Unfinished business remains unfinished for many people. Not for Richard Gauntlett. He recently went back to school to major in history after illness forced him to leave college early. He has an A in one class and a B+ in the other. As a freshman again at Oregon State University, …
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Petition opposing school cellphone ban gains traction

Nearly 1,400 people by Friday afternoon had signed a change.org petition that was started by a high school student in opposition of a Coeur d'Alene School District policy that bans the use of personal electronic devices during the school day. Coeur d'Alene High School junior Ryan Drappo, 16, launched the …
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FAST FIVE Salon-savvy Selah Glendening says: 'Be you!'

Meet Selah Glendening, owner of Sélon Coeur d'Alene at 3500 N. Government Way.
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Student reporters keeping sharp eyes on their district

Lakeland High School's Hawkeye student news reporters are keeping sharp eyes on the Lakeland Joint School District. The staff of 18 has been busy covering local and national news, with a keen focus in Lakeland High School and the issues that affect and interest student peers. This includes Lakeland School …
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Local author to release new paranormal romance novel Tuesday

A prolific writer, an avid reader, a teacher of children and a dabbler in magical realms, Courtney Davis pens novels she would enjoy reading. "My favorite books have always had at least a touch of romance to them," Davis, of Coeur d'Alene, told The Press in a Jan. 22 email. …
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Vikings, Timberwolves give back to community through charitable drives

The first school week back from winter break is annually dedicated to practicing cheers, decorating hallways and preparing for the Coeur d'Alene-Lake City high school Fight for the Fish spirit competition and basketball games. When the COVID-19 pandemic temporarily upended the tradition in 2020 and 2021, the Timberwolves and the …
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Coeur d'Alene 10-year-old a winner of Lemonade Day holiday contest

A Coeur d'Alene 10-year-old has been recognized for her plans to make lemonade out of prickly pears. And lemons, of course.
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Coeur d'Alene nonprofit seeking help with afterschool program

A few hours of tutoring and guidance each week can make a huge difference in a young person's life. Canopy Village is seeking tutors and mentors to provide those precious hours of support during an afterschool program for youth ages 12-17 at the Canopy Village Family Support Center. "There's a …
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North Idaho nonprofit launches $10M capital campaign for larger space

Newby-ginnings of North Idaho isn't in need of a new beginning — it needs a new building. The Post Falls nonprofit that serves the region's veterans, active service members and Gold Star families has launched a $10 million capital campaign to find a larger location to accommodate the growing need …
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Coeur d'Alene High School music programs bolstered by donations

John Tindall was a proud tuba player and Coeur d'Alene High School musician. "John was very much a connector," John's wife, Tracey Tindall, said Wednesday. "He loved talking about the good old days. He loved talking about band." He used to replace the word "fiddle" with "tuba" when "The Devil …
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Twin Lakes Elementary hosts 'Kids and Coding' event for Lakeland students, families

Tomorrow's jobs will require the experience and expertise of today's young minds. Elementary students from across the Lakeland Joint School District enjoyed dabbling in age-appropriate robotics and tech toys Wednesday during the "Kids and Coding" Advanced Learning Program event at Twin Lakes Elementary School. Betty Kiefer Elementary kindergartner Atlas Pursley, …
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FAST FIVE Cindy Mead: A familiar friendly face at the Post Falls Museum

Meet Cindy Mead, who was born in Coeur d’Alene and grew up in rural Post Falls with sisters Susie and Edie until age 10 when she and her parents, Wilbur and Florence, moved to Oregon.
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Lake City High junior is Boys and Girls Club Youth of the Year

A Lake City High School junior with a heart for kids has been selected as the Boys and Girls Club's 2025 Kootenai County Youth of the Year. "I was very surprised, honestly, everyone else did so great," Sienna Miller said Jan. 17.
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North Idaho nonprofit launches $10M capital campaign for larger space

Newby-ginnings of North Idaho isn't in need of a new beginning — it needs a new building. The Post Falls nonprofit that serves the region's veterans, active service members and Gold Star families has launched a $10 million capital campaign to find a larger location to accommodate the growing need …
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Lake City Playhouse to continue selling engraved bricks as fundraiser

For a reminder of how much Lake City Playhouse is loved and supported by the community, all people have to do is look beneath their feet when stepping across the nonprofit theater's newly installed paver patio.
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Post Falls Middle School one of two local Name a Snowplow Contest winners

It's big. It's bad. And if "The Berminator" could talk, each winter it would say, "I'll be back." "It's pretty sweet," Post Falls Middle School eighth grader Griffin Dooley said Wednesday after jumping out of the driver's seat of an Idaho Transportation Department snowplow. "It's awesome," he said. "It was …
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River City Middle School students prep care packages for cancer patients

In colorful Crayola marker, "You are resilient," "Keep fighting," "Your spirit is unbreakable" and other encouraging messages were written on bright construction paper cards. Ryan Heasty's leadership students at River City Middle School paired off or grouped up Tuesday afternoon as they collaborated on notes of love and positivity that …
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North Idaho man's musical message of hope, unity translates to listeners around the world

Thirty-one languages and counting, a diverse expanse of instrumental sounds, one unifying message: "The Light We Share."
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Rabbit sculpture 'Harvey' hopping away from downtown Coeur d'Alene

Rabbit season is over for the Art Spirit Gallery. The popular metal bunny sculpture "Harvey" that has watched over downtown Coeur d'Alene since 2015 from its post at the south end of a Diamond parking lot adjacent to the gallery is hopping away to its new home in Arizona this …
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Lakeland to run $7.52M levy in May

The Lakeland Joint School District will run a $7.52 million levy election in May.
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North Idaho man's musical message of hope, unity translates to listeners around the world

Thirty-one languages and counting, a diverse expanse of instrumental sounds, one unifying message: "The Light We Share."
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FAST FIVE Capt. Jon Totten's world of water and wellness

Meet Capt. Jon Totten, founder of Dogsmile Adventures.
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Fifth graders honor Martin Luther King Jr. at 38th annual human rights celebration

One small action can make a big difference in someone's life. "Give a little compliment to someone each day and the world will get better with each kind word," Bryan Elementary School's Adeline Thorhaug said Thursday morning as she read her essay on the Schuler Performing Arts Center stage. "You …
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Blue Room Improv show tonight at Lake City High

Uncovering dark family secrets, impromptu informercials and breaking out into song are all part of the unpredictable antics of the Blue Room Improv players.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Birders brave warm winter weather during Coeur d'Alene's monthly Mica Bay Survey

Deep croaks were heard as a raven soared south near a turnout on Mica Creek, then circled around to fly north. It was the first bird of the day for those on the Coeur d'Alene Audubon's January Mica Bay Survey, and the first eBird of the year for one participant …
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Lakeland to run $7.52M levy in May

The Lakeland Joint School District will run a $7.52 million levy election in May.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Lakeland leaders to recommend $7.52 million levy

A $7.52 million levy election to run May 20 is expected to be recommended to the Lakeland School Board by district leadership during a special meeting at 5:30 tonight at Timberlake High School, 5973 W. Highway 54, Spirit Lake.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Lakeland leaders to recommend $7.52 million levy

A $7.52 million levy election to run May 20 is expected to be recommended to the Lakeland School Board by district leadership during a special meeting at 5:30 tonight at Timberlake High School, 5973 W. Highway 54, Spirit Lake.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Paddle battle

The Battle for the Paddle is a friendly high school competition of spirit, sports and community service that culminates Friday at Sandpoint High, starting with girls' basketball at 4 p.m., wrestling at 6 p.m. and boys' basketball at 8 p.m.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Thompson, Grissom retain leadership of Lakeland Board

Michelle Thompson and Ramona Grissom will retain their seats as chair and vice chair of the Lakeland School Board.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Coeur d'Alene woman recalls fond memories of working as Press carrier

The license plate said it all: "Papers." Everyone who saw the station wagon coming down the street in the afternoons knew it was Coeur d'Alene Press carrier Kathy Pierce on her route, ready to deliver the day's news in a world before Facebook, smartphones and 24-hour media coverage. "I loved …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Thompson, Grissom retain leadership of Lakeland Board

Michelle Thompson and Ramona Grissom will retain their seats as chair and vice chair of the Lakeland School Board.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO

FAST FIVE Jeni Hegsted: Lifting up local artists in an inclusive space

Meet Jeni Hegsted, the founder and executive director of Emerge CDA.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO

Mother-daughter authors share love of writing

The writing gene is strong in the family of mother Angela Gates and daughter J.H. Lehr, local authors who have penned several books across the realms of fiction and fantasy.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO

Hometown high school spirit contest, basketball games Friday at Coeur d'Alene

Two local high schools are revving their engines and paying homage to the Caped Crusader this week as they gear up for Friday's Fight for the Fish basketball games and spirit competition.
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Coeur d'Alene High opens capsule of treasures from Class of 1950

A "C" chenille patch, state track medals from 1949 and 1950, newspaper clippings, photographs and a brick from the original Coeur d'Alene High School on Seventh Street. These were among the treasures revealed Tuesday when a time capsule left by the class of 1950 was removed from its protective cage …
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Arts nonprofit surpasses fundraising campaign

Emerge is going to be OK, thanks to a little help from its friends. The downtown Coeur d'Alene arts nonprofit launched a $45,000 "Help from Friends" fundraising campaign in November to cover a $50,000 shortfall that was expected due to the denial of a grant application by a usual funding …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 MONTHS AGO

Speakers, participants wanted for North Idaho Women and Their Money Conference

From homemakers to breadwinners and from high school seniors to senior citizens, women who work or reside in North Idaho are invited to increase their financial confidence and fiscal management skills during a free conference coming up in June.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 3 MONTHS AGO

Speakers, participants wanted for North Idaho Women and Their Money Conference

From homemakers to breadwinners and from high school seniors to senior citizens, women who work or reside in North Idaho are invited to increase their financial confidence and fiscal management skills during a free conference coming up in June.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 MONTHS AGO

FAST FIVE Inland Mama's Amy Plass is here for families

Meet Amy Plass, a small business owner, a mom to four and a lover of independent retail.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 MONTHS AGO

Classical Christian third graders name 2024-2025 winter storms

If winter storms bear down on Coeur d'Alene this season, their names are already waiting for them: Phantom, Eagle, Apache, Hornet, Warthog, Falcon, Blackbird, Mustang, Tanker and Black Hawk.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 MONTHS AGO

Redman family donates $200K to Timberlake sports facility project

A local family with a deep love for Timberlake High School and the Lakeland Joint School District has given a large gift to a project that will be a boon to young athletes and community members in the Lakeland area for generations to come.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Financial emergency, reduced levy could be reality for Lakeland

Although no votes were cast during Monday's four-hour special meeting of the Lakeland School Board, trustees appear to be leaning toward rerunning a supplemental levy election for a lower amount in May.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Education leaders share thoughts on road ahead

A new year means new opportunities, new challenges and new experiences ahead for students, staff and administrators in Kootenai County's largest school districts.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Financial emergency, reduced levy could be reality for Lakeland

Although no votes were cast during Monday's four-hour special meeting of the Lakeland School Board, trustees appear to be leaning toward rerunning a supplemental levy election for a lower amount in May.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Chicks n’ Chaps gives Beacon Cancer Care Foundation $10K boost

A benevolent bunch known for painting the fair pink bestowed a large gift upon a local cancer clinic on the eve of Christmas Eve. Coeur d'Alene Chicks n' Chaps members presented a $10,000 check Monday to Beacon Clinic at the Coeur d'Alene location. The money will support the newly established …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Lakeland leadership to recommend district reruns levy

Lakeland Joint School District leadership is expected to recommend the Lakeland Board of Trustees rerun the supplemental levy during a special meeting from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Monday in the Lakeland High School commons.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Coeur d'Alene artist completes sculpture of Jesus Christ on the cross

The day after the world celebrated the anniversary of His birth, a local artist placed the final touches on a cold-cast resin sculpture of Jesus Christ affixed to an olive wood cross bearing the Jubilee Medal of Saint Benedict.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Lakeland leadership to recommend district reruns levy

Lakeland Joint School District leadership is expected to recommend the Lakeland Board of Trustees rerun the supplemental levy during a special meeting from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Monday in the Lakeland High School commons.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

FAST FIVE Scott Gossard is loving North Idaho's great outdoors

Meet Scott Gossard, current president of the Panhandle Nordic Club. Scott recently took over this role from Don Garringer, who served as president for over 10 years. Scott moved to Coeur d'Alene in 2019, taking a retirement transition job with a home-grown Coeur d'Alene company formerly known as Energy Products …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Local creative shares origin story, therapeutic uses of role-playing games

An icon of role-playing games frequented Roger Huntman's Dungeons and Dragons sessions in the 1980s Midwest.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Silver Angels spread Christmas cheer at local rehab facilities

Volunteers of Silver Angels for the Elderly often wear feathery halos as they bring joy to residents of rehabilitation facilities. Those angelic accessories were fittingly worn Dec. 15 as the Angels and American Heritage Girls, accompanied by jolly old St. Nick visited Ivy Court and Silver Ridge Care. "American Heritage …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Coeur d'Alene artist was 3 when nine uncles safely came home from WWII

"Uncle" was a strange concept to Greg Chapleski when he was a little boy. As a 3-year-old in 1945, he only really knew aunts and cousins. His uncles were stationed around the globe, fighting in World War II.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Lakeland trustees under pressure for levy answers

A lot was said, but not much was accomplished Wednesday evening during a special meeting of the Lakeland School Board that turned adversarial at times.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Coeur d'Alene woman's potholder collection is filled with history, joy

Watching Ginger Wright go through her collection of at least 500 potholders is as much fun as watching little ones open presents on Christmas morning. "Look at this one, isn't it fun?" she said while going through storage tubs in her basement Friday afternoon. She picked up an intricately textured …
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FAST FIVE Terri Johnson celebrates people of all abilities

Meet Terri Johnson, CEO of Chrysalis. Terri has been working in nonprofit management as well as with children and adults with developmental disabilities for almost 26 years.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Lakeland trustees under pressure for levy answers

A lot was said, but not much was accomplished Wednesday evening during a special meeting of the Lakeland School Board that turned adversarial at times.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Lake City High seniors combine financial literacy, philanthropy for annual Give Back Project

The Christmas spirit was alive and well Wednesday morning as Lake City High School seniors took over the Hayden Walmart for a festive adventure in financial literacy and philanthropy.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

PRESS CHRISTMAS FOR ALL: 'Wounded healer' overcomes painful past to serve others

As part of the annual Press Christmas for All campaign, we share with readers the stories of those who have received help from the program. This is one of them. Tragedy and trauma enveloped Shawn Sansaver in the wake of his 16-year-old daughter's death on New Year's Day nearly 18 …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Spud-tastic children's book characters come to life at parades, community events

The tubular tuber characters created by local author Rhonda Newton have only grown in their a-peel.
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FAST FIVE Manifest your best life with Cari Hoffman

Meet Cari Hoffman, who owns a crystal shop named Clarity Center, which is stocked with high-frequency healing tools like crystals, essential oils, teas and other items that can assist in your healing journey.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Divaz' last dance

The first parade when members of the Blazen Divaz danced and sashayed along Sherman Avenue with props and costumes adorned with festive lights, they became instant celebrities. "I heard so many people say, 'Oh my gosh, it’s almost like Disneyland!'" longtime Blazen Diva Jean Slagel said Thursday. "That’s the thought …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Tesh donates blankets to Lake City High for All for AWL campaign

The smiles immediately turned on as about 20 Lake City High School students poured into the Tesh, Inc. lunchroom Tuesday morning. Fast friends were made as Tesh clients and students introduced themselves and high-fived. Some communicated in sign language as Tesh clients enthusiastically handed the students over 100 bundled up …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO

Lakeland school board to explore budget cut options

Repurposing an elementary school, a four-day school week, a modified workday schedule and re-running the supplemental levy ballot measure for a lower amount are among options Lakeland School Board trustees will examine in the wake of the levy's failure at the polls in November.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 MONTHS AGO

University of Idaho elementary education students present projects during annual fair

From pennies to plants and from crystals to chromatography, University of Idaho elementary education students presented a colorful spectrum of projects Tuesday during a science fair in the DeArmond Building at North Idaho College.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 MONTHS AGO

'Nutcracker' will waltz onto Schuler stage Dec. 21

What begins with a broken toy unfolds into a fantastical production of music, movement and magic in "The Nutcracker," a 19th century tale that has evolved into a Christmas staple around the world. "It’s special – it brings to life magic, and you can see that throughout every character,” said …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 MONTHS AGO

Post Falls American Legion offering free Christmas trees for veterans

A small stand of Christmas trees arrived Monday morning at Post Falls American Legion Post 143, ready to spruce up living rooms and help make the holidays merry and bright for those who have served their country. The free trees are being offered first come, first served to local veterans …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Lakeland student shares experience abroad

Switzerland is known for its majestic views, cheeses, chocolates, watches and a flag that some have punnily observed is "a big plus." Puns aside, Lakeland High School junior Gallus experienced a taste of what this European nation has to offer when she participated in the Rotary Youth Exchange through the …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Kootenai Health Foundation's 2024 Festival of Trees to benefit women, babies

Early Friday morning, Nicole Jacklin was waiting in a Black Friday line with her daughter to grab specific and highly sought after items. "Taylor Swift released 'The Anthology' album on vinyl (Friday) morning at 6 a.m. as well as her 'Eras Tour' book. She released it only at Target," Jacklin …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Funding source denies grant application over technicality

Downtown Coeur d'Alene arts nonprofit Emerge has launched a crowdfunding campaign after being denied grant money this budget season due to an application technicality. "We did feel we really did need to put it out there to the community and let them know we're struggling right now," Emerge Executive Director …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

FAST FIVE The musical Family Shotwell

Meet the Shotwell Family — Jenny, Dalton, Clark and Skye — who are residents of Dalton Gardens. If you were to visit their house at any given time, you would very likely be subjected to a bombardment of live music from somewhere in the house. Between Jenny’s daily vocal and …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

'Sound of Christmas' opens Friday, Nov. 29 at Coeur d'Alene Resort

The Christmas lights are beginning to be strung, the stockings on the hearth are festively hung and the Shotwell family is gathering 'round the piano to perfect their parts in The Coeur d'Alene Resort's holiday show.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Venture Academy students complete Eat Smart Idaho unit

White chicken chili, energy bites, hummus, water infused with strawberries and jalapeños (yes, jalapeños!). When it comes to culinary creativity, the world is Venture Academy students' oyster.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Press Christmas for All celebrates accomplishments of Paul Myers

He's a proud girl dad. He's a University of Idaho student with a gleaming 3.93 GPA. He's just a few semesters from graduating and a couple tests away from becoming certified as a teacher. And in just one more appointment, he'll have completed the laser removal process to free him …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

FAST FIVE Brana Cully: A pingpong queen who loves helping others

Meet Brana Cully, development assistant and volunteer coordinator for the Third Avenue Marketplace in Post Falls, a nonprofit that works to enrich the lives of Kootenai County residents through food assistance, nutrition education and access to community services.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

'Sound of Christmas' opens Friday, Nov. 29 at Coeur d'Alene Resort

The Christmas lights are beginning to be strung, the stockings on the hearth are festively hung and the Shotwell family is gathering 'round the piano to perfect their parts in The Coeur d'Alene Resort's holiday show.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Artcast inducts Travolta as Five Timer, celebrates 150 episodes

Steve Martin, Tom Hanks, Danny DeVito, Justin Timberlake, Drew Barrymore. These Hollywood A-Listers are among the celebrated elite who have received Five Timers Club jackets for hosting "Saturday Night Live" at least five times in the show's 50 seasons. In Coeur d'Alene, the Ali and Callie Artcast, hosted by Ali …
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Lakes Math teacher receives 'Oscar of Teaching' Milken Educator Award, $25K prize

Lakes Middle School eighth grade and Advanced Learning Program math teacher Marcus Ross has won a Milken Educator Award, a prestigious national honor that recognizes exceptional teachers for their dedication to excellence in teaching. Along with being awarded an honor that is considered the "Oscar of Teaching," Ross received an …
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Lakes math teacher Marcus Ross wins Milken Educator Award

Lakes Middle School eighth grade and Advanced Learning Program math teacher Marcus Ross has won a Milken Educator Award, a prestigious national honor that recognizes exceptional teachers for their dedication to excellence in teaching. Along with being awarded an honor that is considered the "Oscar of Teaching," Ross received an …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Hayden Lake's Manis led FBI case that inspired 'The Order' film

Death and danger were closer than FBI Special Agent Wayne Manis knew when he was embroiled in a 36-hour standoff with the leader of a white supremacist domestic terrorist group on Whidbey Island, Wash. in early December 1984. “During the first raid, I took about 10 or 12 rounds within …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Community to Lakeland School Board: Rerun levy for less

A majority of those who spoke Thursday night during a regular meeting of the Lakeland School Board implored trustees to rerun the Lakeland Joint School District's supplemental levy measure for a lower amount.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Thanksgiving meals to be offered throughout Kootenai County

Roasted turkey isn't on the menu next to the Burger Dock's Old Tin Can, Veggie Tale or Sunrise burgers. But during a special holiday event this month, the Harvest Burger will all the flavor of Thanksgiving that can be packed between two toasted buns — rosemary and sage aioli, cheddar, …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

New Vision High students explore adaptive sports with Paralympic champs

New Vision High School students gained a new perspective Wednesday afternoon during an exercise in empathy and Paralympic spirit.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Lakeland School Board denies mental health contracts

Lakeland School Board trustees voted 3-2 Wednesday night to not approve memorandums of understanding with two mental health agencies that would have expanded counseling services for students at no cost to the district.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Daughters of the American Revolution celebrates Birds of Prey, Bardenay

For once, Janie Veltkamp set down the magnificent educational birds and permitted herself to be celebrated. "It's a rare thing — we don't usually brag about our volunteer work, but it's important that people understand that volunteering can still change the world today. Volunteering changed my life," said Veltkamp, who …
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FAST FIVE Nick Shriner keeps it real in real estate

Meet Nick Shriner, who is originally from the scenic landscapes of Wyoming — yes, it’s a real state — and made his way to Coeur d’Alene in 2010. After playing soccer at the local college, Nick diversified his professional expertise, diving into beverage sales, hospitality and exploring the remote parts …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Community to Lakeland School Board: Rerun levy for less

A majority of those who spoke Thursday night during a regular meeting of the Lakeland School Board implored trustees to rerun the Lakeland Joint School District's supplemental levy measure for a lower amount.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Library board debates age limits for unsupervised children

Nominations are being accepted through the end of day Friday for the vacancy on the Community Library Network's board of trustees. The vacancy occurred Oct. 22 when Trustee Karen Campbell announced her resignation from the board because of an address change that is not in the library network's district, which …
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Board grapples with $9.52M levy failure, no plans for recount

Many Lakeland Joint School District families and staff members are disappointed, frustrated and angry the supplemental levy so narrowly failed at the polls Tuesday. “We’re just really concerned about where our kids’ education will go and the support the teachers will have to ensure the kids can do their best,” …
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

VET TAB Risk and reward: A calling for military duty

Life brought Army Lt. Col. Ed Rodriguez full circle when he accepted a position to lead the ROTC program at Gonzaga University.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO

DAR members deliver handmade toys to Companions Animal Center

An adorable, adoptable 3-year-old brindle pit bull-corgi mix named Chaos greeted friends from the Daughters of the American Revolution Lt. George Farragut Chapter with friendly canine kisses Friday afternoon. The ladies stopped by Companions Animal Center to deliver 120 handmade fleece dog toys DAR members made for Animal Shelter Appreciation …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 5 MONTHS AGO

FAST FIVE Jim Culpepper: Celebrating veterans 365 days a year

Meet Jim Culpepper, Vietnam veteran and commander of the Post Falls American Legion Post 143.
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Lakeland School Board grapples with $9.52M levy failure, no plans for recount

Many Lakeland Joint School District families and staff members are disappointed, frustrated and angry the supplemental levy so narrowly failed at the polls Tuesday. “We’re just really concerned about where our kids’ education will go and the support the teachers will have to ensure the kids can do their best,” …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 5 MONTHS AGO

Post Falls students unlock their future at career planning event

Literal light bulbs were lighting up Wednesday morning as Canfield Middle School eighth grader Devon Flores toyed with an electrical panel, aided by Western States Caterpillar technician-in-training Brady Rapp. Rapp demonstrated how to illuminate the bulbs, then encouraged Devon to do the same after the wires were unplugged and rearranged. …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 5 MONTHS AGO

Upcoming 'Newsies' lead, CYT colleagues share Big Apple experiences

A late 1890s newsboy strike inspired the 1992 movie musical "Newsies." The live production version made its Broadway debut in 2012 in New York City, where more than a century earlier the striking newsboys bent newspaper tycoons Joseph Pulitzer and William Randolph Hearst into a compromise after disrupting newspaper circulation …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 5 MONTHS AGO

Lakeland concession stand, restroom project complete

A long-awaited concessions and restroom facility has been completed in the Lakeland Joint School District. Nearly two years in the making, a permanent concession stand with a heated restroom has been constructed on the north side of the Lakeland Rotary Soccer Fields, replacing portable bathrooms that would become unbearably hot …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 5 MONTHS AGO

Voters will decide future of school funding Tuesday

Compound sentences may be tricky, but part of Shana Hostetler’s job is to help her fourth graders learn all about them. That was the lesson Friday afternoon at Betty Kiefer Elementary School as she encouraged her students to read out loud and pinpoint the precise position to place punctuation. Hostetler …
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FAST FIVE Mickael Stevens: 'Sometimes we just need to laugh'

Meet Mickael Stevens, a local resident, business owner and family man.
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Heritage Health celebrates graduates of inaugural nurse practitioner residency program

Heritage Health has a reason to celebrate. Four reasons, to be exact. The first graduates of the health care provider's inaugural post-graduate residency training program for nurse practitioners were honored Wednesday evening during a ceremony at the Innovation Den in downtown Coeur d'Alene. Kimberly Ashmore, Leah Furman, Annie Owen and …
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At an old Coeur d'Alene tavern, some of the regulars were ghosts

A large black crow swooped from the roof of the Fort Ground Grill onto River Road, then flew into the ochre foliage of a nearby tree as a magpie cackled among the rustling leaves, setting an eerie mood. Although the historic 1907 building has been quiet for a couple years, …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

At an old tavern, some ghostly regulars visited

A large black crow swooped from the roof of the Fort Ground Grill onto River Road, then flew into the ochre foliage of a nearby tree as a magpie cackled among the rustling leaves, setting an eerie mood. Although the historic 1907 building has been quiet for a couple years, …
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Hayden's longest-serving employee reflects on 38-year career

As the first snowstorm blankets the city of Hayden this season, Wade Holecek plans to be somewhere warm and indoors, peacefully watching the flakes swirl to the earth. He won't be making 3 a.m. phone calls, pulling on his boots and getting the plows ready. He won't have to strategize …
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Students explore Día de los Muertos at Human Rights Education Institute

It was a lively Day of the Dead discovery day Tuesday as students from the secular Spark! Co-op North Idaho explored Día de los Muertos at the Human Rights Education Institute. Spark! students dressed in costume as they enjoyed cultural lessons about Day of the Dead, or Día de los …
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David Brooks gives North Idaho Distinguished Lecture

A bright light shined on the humanities Thursday evening as David Brooks addressed the largest crowd to ever attend the Idaho Humanities Council’s North Idaho Distinguished Lecture and Dinner at The Coeur d'Alene Resort.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

David Brooks gives North Idaho Distinguished Lecture

A bright light shined on the humanities Thursday evening as David Brooks addressed the largest crowd to ever attend the Idaho Humanities Council’s North Idaho Distinguished Lecture and Dinner at The Coeur d'Alene Resort.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Presenting Coeur d'Alene's first poet laureate: Jennifer Passaro

Coeur d'Alene has created a poet laureate program.
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Former Borah School faces the future

The former Borah Elementary School isn't sitting vacant following its closure this spring.
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Women's Gift Alliance celebrates 20 years of community impact

The first women to break cultural and corporate barriers have made it possible for more women to follow in their successful footsteps. This sentiment was at the heart of the speech delivered by Avista's first female CEO Heather Rosentrater, the keynote speaker of the Women's Gift Alliance's 20th anniversary celebration …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Coeur d'Alene School District takes first step for potential sale of district office

The Coeur d'Alene School District has taken the first step toward the potential sale of its district office. Deputy Superintendent of Operations Seth Deniston presented an appraisal of the building during an executive session of the Coeur d'Alene School Board in September, which trustees voted to accept. “It’s the recommendation …
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Coeur d'Alene middle schoolers conquer cardboard boat challenge

The secret to staying afloat in a cardboard boat is duct tape. A lot of it. "We went through like nine rolls of duct tape," Woodland Middle School student Ryon Young said Monday evening. "But we patched up all the tiny seals and cracks and everything. I think that helped …
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Elks members distribute dictionaries to Coeur d'Alene third graders

The books were on the tables for mere seconds before Cathleen Martin's third graders began digging in, exploring definitions, planets, the Braille alphabet and a whole world of information. On the cover of copies of "A Student's Dictionary" was a quote by philosopher Ludwig Wittgenstein: "The limits of your language …
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Avista Foundation donates $50K to Miracle on Britton

About $700,000 of the $1 million needed to build a neighborhood of 28 attainable "Miracle on Britton" homes has been raised. The Avista Foundation bolstered the funding pool Friday with a donation of $50,000.
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Coeur d'Alene High School senior a Coca-Cola Scholar Semifinalist

A Coeur d'Alene High School senior is a 2025 Coca-Cola Scholar Semifinalist. Kyle Rohlinger, 17, of Coeur d'Alene, is part of the 1% of semifinalists chosen from more than 105,000 completed applications.
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FAST FIVE Amy Privitt's cup runneth over for others

Meet Amy Privitt, executive director of faith-based nonprofit Cup of Grace Ministries. Amy and her team of volunteers work to serve the people of Spirit Lake and the surrounding communities. Visit cupofgrace.life for details.
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Community Resource Fair offers support, info for students with special needs, disabilities

Hunter Lange's smile was contagious as he visited different information tables and made a few new friends Wednesday evening. He and his mom, Danielle Lange, attended the Coeur d'Alene School District's Community Resource Fair at Venture Academy to scope out post-high-school possibilities for Hunter, 14, who will be graduating before …
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Coeur d'Alene schools may standardize student threat response

A newly proposed Coeur d'Alene School District policy would formalize and standardize protocols and procedures in the event of a student threat. In the face of a threat, the policy would require the school board to direct the superintendent or designee to develop and update a Student Threat Assessment Team …
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Teachers, Coeur d'Alene School District agree on contract

An extended bargaining season has concluded for the Coeur d'Alene School District and the Coeur d'Alene Education Association. A tentative agreement between the district and the teachers' union was reached last week and officially ratified Monday. "It was good to just have this done," Coeur d'Alene Education Association President Aaron …
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Carrico, McLeod named 2024 Vandal Outstanding Educators

One's a Viking. One's a Trojan. They're both sharing that Vandal pride. Coeur d'Alene High School business teacher Antonio Carrico and Post Falls High School Choir Director Melody McLeod have been named 2024 Vandal Outstanding Educators by the University of Idaho's College of Education, Health and Human Sciences.
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Interact Club to host Mental Performance Coaches Clinic on Monday

The Interact Club of Coeur d'Alene is inviting all area sports coaches to participate in a free Mental Performance Coaches Clinic from 5-7 p.m. Monday at the Kroc Center. "While we’ve focused on Mental Health for the past few years, we really wanted to work to approach it from different …
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Theme park donates over $38,256 to local food banks

It's been a Silverwood Theme Park tradition for at least 15 years. A portion of ticket sales from Community Appreciation Weekends in September are collected and distributed to area food banks, which in turn help community members who are struggling to make ends meet. This year, Silverwood and its guests …
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO

Shakespeare Coeur d'Alene's 'Macbeth' runs through Oct. 26

The first actor to audition for Shakespeare Coeur d’Alene is playing the eponymous lead in the nonprofit's production of "Macbeth." "It’s iconically goth. What could be cooler than that?" actor Nick Kittilstved said during a Sept. 24 rehearsal. “As somebody who was obsessed with Tim Burton when I was in …
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Bag and Boob Babes makes comfort items for breast cancer patients, survivors

Losing a body part — a limb, a finger, a breast — is never easy. "When we have parts of our body amputated, there’s something missing," Stephanie Keaty, 58, of Hayden, said Tuesday. "When breasts are amputated, as in a mastectomy, something’s gone." Keaty underwent bilateral mastectomy operations not once, …
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Theme park donates over $38,256 to local food banks

It's been a Silverwood Theme Park tradition for at least 15 years. A portion of ticket sales from Community Appreciation Weekends in September are collected and distributed to area food banks, which in turn help community members who are struggling to make ends meet. This year, Silverwood and its guests …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 6 MONTHS AGO

Panel tackles Proposition 1 at forum

A concern about ranked-choice voting is that it splits the number of votes from the majority party and paves the way to victory for minority candidates. Luke Mayville recently had this discussion with someone who asked if that's what happened in the 1992 presidential election when Bill Clinton won with …
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 6 MONTHS AGO

STEP in for a slice

The pies were slinging and the pizza man was singing the praises of his young helpers Tuesday morning at Wonder Crust Pizza in Coeur d'Alene. "I love this so much," Wonder Crust partner/owner Nick Stafford said during one of his many trips back and forth to the kitchen. "It's so …
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Garden Club distributes 2024 Garden Tour funds

The Coeur d'Alene Garden Club awarded $13,600 to local organizations during a check presentation Tuesday at the Coeur d'Alene Public Library. The funds come from the club's annual Garden Tour, a popular summer event that invites gardening enthusiasts of every spot and stripe to enjoy the creativity and work of …
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American Legion invites high school students to participate in speech contest

It's never too early to learn about the United States Constitution and how America came to be guided by its forward-thinking Founding Fathers. American Legion Post 143 in Post Falls is encouraging young people to delve deeper into the nation's guiding principles, commit them to memory and share their knowledge …
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North Idaho College Workforce Training Center celebrates 30 years

It's been 30 years since North Idaho College's Workforce Training Center opened doors of opportunity to the community. Over three decades, this extension of the local community college has provided countless hours of training opportunities as well as helped local workers fulfill certification requirements and expand their skillsets. It also …
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Prairie Home Farm to host 20th anniversary party Sunday

Children scoured the pumpkin patch, throwing their arms around the autumn orange gourds and testing their weight. Once they picked the perfect pumpkins, they scampered away to climb on the tire swing, pet the pigs or enjoy a close encounter with the most docile turkey with a most colorful rainbow …
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From canned food to fresh: Coeur d'Alene schools transform lunch

School has been in session for a month, and with the new school year came a big change to the Coeur d'Alene School District's meal program. Trustees of the school board voted July 8 to outsource the district's nutrition services to Southwest Foodservice Excellence, a chef-led company based in Scottsdale, …
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The new gold: Small farms cope with cost of water

Gordon Sylte’s father fled the Dust Bowl of the Dakotas and came West in 1934. When he arrived in Washington and there was mud on the ground rather than dry dirt, he felt relief after not seeing any rain for seven years.
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FAST FIVE Blair Williams cultivates a community of creativity and kindness

Meet Blair Williams, a Creative Placemaker, owner of the Art Spirit Gallery in downtown Coeur d'Alene and board member of the Idaho Humanities Council.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 6 MONTHS AGO

Panel tackles Proposition 1 at N. Idaho forum

A concern about ranked-choice voting is that it splits the number of votes from the majority party and paves the way to victory for minority candidates. Luke Mayville recently had this discussion with someone who asked if that's what happened in the 1992 presidential election when Bill Clinton won with …
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Lake City Playhouse to present 'The Complete Works of Shakespeare (Abridged)'

Three local actors will be working hard for the Bard when they light up the Lake City Playhouse stage with "The Complete Works of Shakespeare (Abridged)," opening at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 11.
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Panel tackles Idaho's Proposition 1 at Coeur d'Alene forum

A concern about ranked-choice voting is that it splits the number of votes from the majority party and paves the way to victory for minority candidates. Luke Mayville recently had this discussion with someone who asked if that's what happened in the 1992 presidential election when Bill Clinton won with …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

State funding boosts school security: Lakeland, Plummer-Worley expand safety teams

The Lakeland Joint and Plummer-Worley school districts are among 27 Idaho districts and charter schools that will be awarded state funding for school resource officers.
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Coeur d'Alene group distributes nearly 600 pounds of produce to restaurant workers

Brussels sprouts, monster squashes and a colorful array of peppers of every level of heat were among nearly 600 pounds of food PB and J Haydeners distributed Monday morning at First Presbyterian Church.
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Contract negotiations continue in Coeur d'Alene School District

More negotiating is ahead for teams representing the Coeur d'Alene School District and Coeur d'Alene Education Association following a more than two-hour Friday meeting.
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FAST FIVE Shane Clark celebrates Native culture through cuisine

Meet Shane Clark, the chef-owner of Pow'Waw Food Truck in Post Falls.
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Coeur d'Alene schools' Growing the STEM program builds student leaders

Generating student excitement around science, technology, engineering and math is one of many aspects of the Growing the STEM nonprofit. It's also a training ground for student coaches who foster positive relationships with other students, build leadership skills and learn how to be good role models for their younger counterparts.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

'Servanthood of Song'

Music is a foundational piece of the human experience, especially woven into the fabric of American church and congregation history. Stan McDaniel, a former artistic director of Chorale Coeur d'Alene, has chronicled that history in his comprehensive 800-page book, "Servanthood of Song."
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Raising awareness, support for human trafficking victims, survivors

About twice a week, anti-human-trafficking nonprofit Safe Harbor founder Angie Sedore and her volunteers hear from local families in need of help and support.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Cheers to education

The Coeur d'Alene School District's 2024 Teacher of the Year encouraged his colleagues to raise a glass and celebrate. "Cheers to a great first month of school," Lakes Middle School math teacher Marcus Ross said Wednesday evening just as dusk settled and an abrupt thunderstorm rolled out of town.
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Post Falls students are weld on their way at Elevate Academy

Elevate Academy North in Post Falls welcomed its first wave of seniors at the start of this school year, and things are humming right along for every grade level.
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Welcome to Scare School: As Silverwood becomes Scarywood, actors hone their spooky skills

A spooktastic Halloween experience calls for an eerie, bone-chilling atmosphere, ghastly ghouls lurking in dark corners, haunted attractions that turn the blood cold and well-timed, well-planned jump scares that send the unwitting running for their lives.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Welcome to Scare School: As Silverwood becomes Scarywood, actors hone their spooky skills

A spooktastic Halloween experience calls for an eerie, bone-chilling atmosphere, ghastly ghouls lurking in dark corners, haunted attractions that turn the blood cold and well-timed, well-planned jump scares that send the unwitting running for their lives.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Welcome to Scare School: As Silverwood becomes Scarywood, actors hone their spooky skills

A spooktastic Halloween experience calls for an eerie, bone-chilling atmosphere, ghastly ghouls lurking in dark corners, haunted attractions that turn the blood cold and well-timed, well-planned jump scares that send the unwitting running for their lives.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Fernan teacher wins Educator of the Year

"As artists, we're going to stretch and explore," Fernan STEM Academy art teacher Leatha Morgan said Wednesday to the kindergartners in her classroom.
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FAST FIVE Child safety is No. 1 for Brian Rauscher

Meet Brian Rauscher, who has lived in the Coeur d'Alene area since 1997. Brian has a bachelor's in petroleum engineering from the Montana Tech of the University of Montana and has dabbled in engineering, entrepreneurship and nonprofit work. Brian finally found his passion, working with and advocating for the health …
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Something about a cemetery

Wonder, curiosity and sorrow mix with reverence and reverie when I step beyond the gates and into the sacred space where those who have gone before me are interred.
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CLN adults-only area proposal goes nowhere, for now

A Community Library Network trustee's proposed policy to lock away objectionable materials in cabinets, closets or other adults-only areas is going nowhere, for now.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

CLN adults-only area proposal goes nowhere, for now

A Community Library Network trustee's proposed policy to lock away objectionable materials in cabinets, closets or other adults-only areas is going nowhere, for now.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Post Falls author announces new novel, iHeart Radio show spot

A Post Falls author and producer with a passion and flair for Western culture has released a new book and will soon co-host a new show on the iHeart Radio.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Under 30? You may need your ID for that book

The Community Library Network will discuss its Library Cards for Minors Policy and Trustee Tim Plass' Aug. 8 draft of an Adult-Access Only Restricted Area Policy during a regular meeting of the board from 2-5 p.m. today at the Post Falls Library.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Economist: Strong labor market propping up economy

The Federal Reserve is expected to begin announcing rate cuts today for the first time in five years. “This is a really big deal because interest rates have been abnormally high by our recent standards,” said Sam Wolkenhauer, the Idaho Department of Labor's North Idaho economist.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

East Side Fire earns Idaho Transportation Department award

East Side Fire District in Harrison has been honored as the Outstanding Group of the Year for 2023 by the Idaho Transportation Department’s Adopt-A-Highway program.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Idaho economist: Strong labor market propping up economy

The Federal Reserve is expected to begin announcing rate cuts today for the first time in five years. “This is a really big deal because interest rates have been abnormally high by our recent standards,” said Sam Wolkenhauer, the Idaho Department of Labor's North Idaho economist.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Parkinson's Support Group to host Davis Phinney Foundation on Friday

Parkinson's disease doesn't care how many races you've won, even if you're Olympic Bronze medalist and Tour de France champ Davis Phinney.
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A look at transforming public education

Major change to public education is not brought about by schools, school districts or the federal government. It all comes down to the state. "If we want to fix our schools, it has to be changes of state laws, state codes in order to get a new type of public …
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Spiritual connection: Calling out to the other side

If you could pick up the phone and call a loved one who has died, who would you call? What would you say?
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 6 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Safe Start helping rural communities during Child Passenger Safety Week

Car seat experts from the Safe Start Infant and Child Health and Safety nonprofit are hitting the road for National Child Passenger Safety Week.
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FAST FIVE Megan Ryan: Communication, compassion, connection

Meet Megan Ryan, a seasoned communications specialist with a rich background in nonprofit work, most notably with Hospice of North Idaho (HONI).
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Coeur d'Alene School District completes $3.5M in summer projects

Grounds and maintenance teams kept busy over the summer completing about $3.5 million in projects across the Coeur d'Alene School District. "We do have a pretty big deferred maintenance backlog," Seth Deniston, deputy superintendent of operations for the school district, said Tuesday.
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Lions and Bears, oh my

Curious fifth grader Evan Wallace pondered, "Why is it Borah Lions? Why not Borah Bears? Why not Bryan Lions? Ooh, that's it! Bryan Lions!" Former Borah Lions were gladly received by their Bryan Bear buddies as they began at their new school last week, marking the first school year of …
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No emergency levies for local school districts

North Idaho's three largest school districts will not pursue emergency levies for the 2024-2025 school year.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 7 MONTHS AGO

FAST FIVE Lake City Playhouse's Brooke Wood: At home on the stage

Meet Brooke "Brookie" Wood, artistic director of Lake City Playhouse and theater co-director at Sorensen Magnet School of the Arts and Humanities. Brooke believes that theater is not only a vessel for entertainment, but also one that can hold a mirror to society. Brooke's passion is giving people a place …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 7 MONTHS AGO

Back to school, back to normal

A new school year began Tuesday, welcoming students back to the grand halls of academia. Old friends greeted each other at their lockers, teachers smiled as their classrooms filled up and it was business as usual, without any indication of the learning disruption that took place when the COVID-19 pandemic …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Where hearts heal and friends are made

A bereft widow can only clean an empty house so much before the solitude takes its toll. PK Kiely arrived in Coeur d'Alene with her husband May 5 seven years ago. "May 7 my husband passed away," Kiely said Thursday.
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Coeur d'Alene Garden Club shares support for local school gardens

Some soft skills start in the soil: Planning, patience, organization, critical thinking, time management. "There's no screen time, your hands are in the dirt," Skyway Elementary School second grade teacher Carol Behrens said Wednesday morning.
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Tapping into two decades

The room grows still, the lights brighten and the music begins. In waltzes, prances, boogies and dances a group of ladies costumed in colorful, sparkling and ruffled attire, ready to perform a number of musical numbers to bring joy to their audience. "We all love to dance," Marion Brendis, 87, …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Record-breaking affair

It was fun galore and much, much more. The 10-day 2024 North Idaho State Fair wrapped on a high note Sunday, breaking records inside and outside of the rodeo arena. The 170,882 visitors to this year's fair broke attendance records for an increase of 8% over the 2023 fair and …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

'School choice' bills sure to resurface next legislative session

The concept behind a proposed school choice bill that failed by a thin margin this spring is expected to return in some fashion in the 2025 legislative session.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Draft horse events thunder into Findlay Arena at North Idaho State Fair

The earth shook with the thundering of mighty hooves Friday morning as a team of draft horses rounded the Findlay Arena corner pulling a wagon with David Wessling and his twin sister Dani Schelin.
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Seriously, 'Umbrella Academy,' what the heck?

Belief was delightfully suspended for three imaginative, stylish, cleverly written seasons with enjoyable, abrupt dance numbers and the exhilarating sense of unpredictable adventure. The fourth season burst that bubble and left me thinking, "What the heck, 'Umbrella Academy,' what the heck?'"
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

FAST FIVE Sebastian Kelley: 'My heart is to help those around me'

Meet Sebastian Kelley, the college and career adviser at Timberlake High School in Spirit Lake.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Library trustees cut music service, approve budget at Post Falls meeting

The Community Library Network's 2025 budget was unanimously approved by trustees Thursday evening following a few 11th-hour changes.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Sacred sculpture

Those who have stepped into Cheryl Metcalf's downtown Coeur d'Alene art studio in the past few weeks have probably had a similar reaction.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Eve Knudtsen announces bid for North Idaho College trustee seat

Eve Knudtsen is officially in the running for the Zone 4 seat of the North Idaho College Board of Trustees.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Music Conservatory of Coeur d'Alene receives mysterious statue as gift

The wild hair, famous scowl, furrowed brow and even slight creases in the vest into which the ruffled cravat is tucked are captured in an alabaster bust of Ludwig van Beethoven. The 2-foot-tall statue that was recently given to the Music Conservatory of Coeur d'Alene is as mysterious as it …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Lakeland Joint School District to float $9.52M levy in November

The Lakeland Joint School District will ask its constituents to vote on a $9.52 million-per-year, two-year supplemental levy ballot measure at the polls Nov. 5. Superintendent Lisa Arnold, speaking Thursday at a Rathdrum Chamber of Commerce luncheon, said that was her recommendation to the Lakeland School Board.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Fabulous philanthropy

From senior citizens and infant safety to food programs and mental health, Cancer and Community Charities members bestowed their full support Friday as they gifted $135,000 to 31 local nonprofits and charitable causes during their annual 3Cs Appreciation Lunch.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

CLN removes 'diversity, equity, inclusion' language from website

Trustees of the Community Library Network unanimously voted to remove the words "diversity, equity and inclusion" from the network's website Thursday during a meeting at the Hayden Library. “I believe that this is incongruent with the CLN’s personnel manual," Vice Chair Tom Hanley said, reading from a prepared statement.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

FAST FIVE Serena Caples: Lovin' the fair life

Meet Serena Caples, a wife, mother, small business owner and the development director for the North Idaho Fair and Rodeo Foundation.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Community Library Network removes 'diversity, equity, inclusion' language from website

Trustees of the Community Library Network unanimously voted to remove the words "diversity, equity and inclusion" from the network's website Thursday during a meeting at the Hayden Library. “I believe that this is incongruent with the CLN’s personnel manual," Vice Chair Tom Hanley said, reading from a prepared statement.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Hear the stories behind the hits at Sunset to Summer

Taylor Swift, Carrie Underwood, Craig Morgan, Tim McGraw, Jason Aldean, Lee Brice, LoCash, Sara Evans, Eli Young Band, Dustin Lynch and Ashley McBryde are big names in music. Behind the big names are singer-songwriters who help craft the hits, and they're coming to Coeur d'Alene to share those behind-the-scenes stories …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

'Everything was possible with Mikki'

Mikki Stevens created a glittering legacy of exploiting merriment and enhancing the ridiculous that shines as a most joyful chapter in North Idaho's history.
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Smash Mouth ready to rock the North Idaho State Fair

Sizzling synthesizer, retro rock, up-tempo beats, swinging style, oh-so-groovy organ. Keyboardist Michael Klooster has been tickling Smash Mouth's electronic ivories since 1997, taking much joy in his career as a purveyor of radio hits and memorable music enjoyed by fans across the generations.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Levy discussions ramp up in Coeur d'Alene School District

Supplemental levy discussions are ramping up in the Coeur d'Alene School District. Two resolutions were presented Monday evening during the board's regular meeting. One was for a $25 million-per-year, two-year levy that, if approved by voters, would require $750,000 in cost reductions throughout the district. The second levy amount was …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO

Property owner withdraws controversial Spirit Lake sandbar project

Overwhelming community opposition to the potential removal of the sandbar at Spirit Lake's Brickel Creek has stopped the project in its tracks.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS AGO

As the Rathdrum Prairie is developed, Scarcellos stick to tradition

Moss grows on gray, weathered wooden fenceposts held up by rusting barbed wire along the dusty drive. Black Angus cattle grazes in shady patches, avoiding the intense July heat. Laughter can be heard before people are seen beneath a blue tarp canopy, grilling brats and burgers, sipping Coors Banquets and …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Local artist takes creativity to next level

A local comic artist has taken his creativity to another level. Multiple levels, actually.
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Money matters: Kootenai schools bolster financial education

The Coeur d'Alene School District's High School Graduation Requirements Policy is out for public comment through Sunday. The proposed policy under review would officially add financial literacy to the district's economics requirements.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

FAST FIVE Josh Parsons: Art on the Green is his scene

Meet Josh Parsons, a member of the Citizens’ Council for the Arts and volunteer for Art on the Green, a free outdoor fine arts festival held in Coeur d’Alene each summer. The 2024 festival is happening this weekend.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Property owner withdraws controversial Spirit Lake sandbar project

Overwhelming community opposition to the potential removal of the sandbar at Spirit Lake's Brickel Creek has stopped the project in its tracks.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

'Miracle on Britton' receives $35K from Windermere top brass

For some, seeing is believing. With large donations to the Panhandle Affordable Housing Alliance's "Miracle on Britton" project, it won't be long before people will be able to see for themselves the miracle at work. Two top names in real estate — Windermere Coeur d'Alene Realty owner/broker Don "Pepper" Smock …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Sex discrimination complaints filed against Cd'A School District

A Sandpoint resident has filed two complaints with the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights, one of which will be investigated.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Sex discrimination complaints filed against Coeur d'Alene School District

A Sandpoint resident has filed two complaints with the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights, one of which will be investigated.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Grassroots nonprofit feeds, provides supplies for Athol community

Oranges, bananas, apples, carrots, cookies, chips, sandwiches and drinks to wash it all down have been freely served with grins and goodwill for several Tuesdays in Athol City Park this summer. "We specifically picked Tuesdays because Tuesday is the same day our food banks open," Bestowing the Basics founder Corilynne …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Sex discrimination complaints filed against Coeur d'Alene School District

A Sandpoint resident has filed two complaints with the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights, one of which will be investigated.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Coeur d'Alene Charter teacher a Fulbright U.S. Scholar

Her English is impeccable, her French is très bien and after spending 10 months in Norway, her Norwegian is sure to be veldig bra. Coeur d'Alene Charter Academy English and French teacher Lynda LeBlanc, who also served as the chair of the school's foreign language department, has been chosen to …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

For love of the lake

From the deck of his Boothe Park home, Skip Murphy has a view of his handiwork and his family's fingerprints across the waves and along the shorelines of Lake Coeur d'Alene.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

FAST FIVE Sara Jane Ruggles cherishes your stories

Meet Sara Jane Ruggles (Haight), public historian for Auburn Crest Hospice. She is proud to be the first public historian to work in hospice care in the United States. At Auburn Crest, she records the life stories of hospice patients and provides the recordings to their families as gifts for …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

3Cs to give away record $135K to local charities

A successful anniversary fashion show, support from local businesses and the generosity of Cancer and Community Charities members are factors that have led to the largest giveaway in the nonprofit's history. The 3Cs announced Tuesday it has broken its fundraising record and will give away a hefty $135,000 to local …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Eight North Idaho grads receive $1,500 scholarships from Philanthropic Educational Organization

A local chapter of the Philanthropic Educational Organization nonprofit has awarded $1,500 scholarships to eight 2024 high school graduates to support them in their academic journeys as they head to college this fall.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Knudtsen Automotive Group to celebrate Foothills grand opening

Expanding Knudtsen Chevrolet has long been a goal of the Knudtsen family. “It’s something we’ve always wanted to do, to grow the organization and to serve more people,” President Eve Knudtsen said Wednesday. As Knudtsen Chevrolet has evolved into Knudtsen Automotive Group, those efforts have come to fruition. A celebration …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Tree, fencing, wires torched in Coeur d'Alene blaze

Fencing was torched, a tree was burned and telephone and internet wires were melting Wednesday by the time someone alerted Diane Ross about the fire happening in the far corner of her backyard.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

FAST FIVE Abby Light: 'Art makes life better'

Meet Abby Light, local artist, director of the Coeur d’Alene Arts and Culture Alliance and current vice chair of the Coeur d'Alene Arts Commission.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Film starring actress from Coeur d'Alene playing at Hayden Cinema

Micah Lynn Hanson was raised on North Idaho values as she grew up in Coeur d'Alene's French Gulch. Homeschooled K-12, the now 33-year-old actress who plays a lead role in the new film "Disciples in the Moonlight" was always painfully shy. "I loved watching people. I would make up their …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

'Conspiracy of Artists' opens July 27

A group of ravens is sometimes called a "conspiracy." A group of artists? Yes, conspiracy works in that capacity, too. "It started out as a Facebook group to bring local artists together," organizer and lead artistic conspirator Keith Harrop said Thursday. "They were very fragmented. It seemed like we all …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Kids to support Make-A-Wish Idaho, honor loved one Saturday during Lemonade Day

Lemonade stands will be out in force Saturday for Lemonade Day, a national event during which several Kootenai County youngsters will explore entrepreneurship and develop leadership skills. Two local little ones will also make a foray into the world of philanthropy while celebrating the memory of a sister and friend …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Coeur d'Alene student overcomes injury, illness to run international event

An incoming Coeur d'Alene High School senior had to get over being severely under the weather as she participated in a track meet Down Under only seven months after her second knee surgery. "I ended up getting sick two days before the track meet with a gastrointestinal stomach bug that …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Hayden 9-year-old a contestant in USA Mullet Championships

Crazy in the front, party in the back. That's not just Sawyer Libby's hair style — it's his personal philosophy. “I feel like the mullet is like a big part of my whole life,” Sawyer said Monday. The Hayden 9-year-old is a contestant in the USA Mullet Championship, a contest …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

ITD seeking public input on upcoming projects

The Idaho Transportation Department wants to hear from North Idaho residents regarding proposed projects on the horizon.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO

Lakeland grad contributes talents to Disney success

The animated film "Inside Out 2" has become Pixar's highest-grossing movie of all time, recently passing the $1.25 billion mark globally after being released in June. Lakeland High School graduate Ryan Heuett had a hand in that success.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO

FAST FIVE Josh Christensen: Marketing maestro

Meet Josh Christensen, a visionary entrepreneur and the driving force behind Genius Gourmet's marketing strategy.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS AGO

Introducing: Canopy Village

A chorus of popping champagne corks sang beneath a large white canopy as two big announcements were made Thursday during the Children's Village Annual Event.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS AGO

Timberlake grad to release final film in independent trilogy

It's been six years since 2018 Timberlake High School graduate and independent filmmaker Taylor Riley released the first in his "Odd or Even" movie franchise. The finale to the series, "Odd or Even III: Deadly Dice," will premiere at 7 and 9:30 p.m. July 31 at Hayden Cinema.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS AGO

Friends share memories of Coeur d'Alene's Barb Smalley

The world becomes a little smaller when certain people leave it. Barb Smalley, who was 67 when she died July 5 after a fierce fight with cancer, was one of those people.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS AGO

North Idaho College Foundation's Really BIG Raffle is tonight

The North Idaho College Foundation's biggest event of the year is happening at 7 tonight. One lucky ticket holder will win a new house in the 31st annual Really BIG Raffle, which will again be a livestreamed virtual event. This year's grand prize is a newly built 2,338-square-foot, four-bedroom, two-bathroom …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS AGO

FAST FIVE Silverwood's Allen Croswhite designs the world

Meet Allen Croswhite, who has worked at Silverwood Theme Park for more than 10 years, creating many aesthetically beautiful, playful and exciting pieces for the park in that time.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Summer concerts to return to Riverstone

Prepare for summer to start rocking: Riverstone Summer Concerts return Thursday evening.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Community members show support during Library Day of Action

One of Michelle Krewson's fondest memories of the library is walking with her children just a couple blocks from home to the old Coeur d'Alene Public Library on Harrison Avenue. She wasn't able to learn typing in high school due to a broken arm, so the library was where she …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

As Idaho's new library law goes into effect, questions remain

Seven-year-old Patrice Droesch comfortably sat with her legs folded beneath her, lingering on the pages of Brian Lies’ “Bats at the Library,” a children’s book about bats that have a grand time when they find a window at their local library has been left open one night. Patrice’s mom, Elizabeth …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

'Children's School and Library Protection Act' goes into effect Monday

Seven-year-old Patrice Droesch comfortably sat with her legs folded beneath her, lingering on the pages of Brian Lies’ “Bats at the Library,” a children’s book about bats that have a grand time when they find a window at their local library has been left open one night. Patrice’s mom, Elizabeth …
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Fair Foundation awards $21K in scholarships to students from Kootenai, Shoshone counties

Before they registered for classes and cracked their college textbooks, many North Idaho Fair and Rodeo Foundation Scholarship winners raised livestock, worked concessions, beautified the grounds and otherwise contributed their talents to the North Idaho State Fair.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

FAST FIVE Briana Francis is piecing together the perfect Fourth of July Parade

Introducing Briana Francis, a dynamic 26-year-old who is rapidly advancing in her role as program coordinator at the Coeur d'Alene Regional Chamber.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

CLN board appoints new trustee

The Community Library Network board appointed and swore in a new trustee during Thursday's special meeting. Karen Campbell of Hayden was selected in a 3-1 vote to fill the board vacancy left by longtime board member Katie Blank, who resigned June 16. Campbell was chosen over one other nominee, Ron …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

First application deadline for 'Miracle on Britton' homes closes July 15

The vision to provide homeownership opportunities for local middle-income workers is beginning to take shape. The first application window for "Miracle on Britton" homes closes July 15. Construction on 28 homes, which will be built on Britton Road off Greensferry Road in Post Falls and priced from $290,000-$399,000, is expected …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Community Library Network trustees to present board vacancy nominations today

Trustees of the Community Library Network will present nominations today to fill the board vacancy left after former trustee Katie Blank resigned June 16.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Let's hear it for the 'losers'

In the world of the Taking Off Pounds Sensibly weight loss support group, "losers" have the most to gain. "This is the only club that celebrates losers," said Hayden TOPS chapter secretary Liz Fox, who has been a TOPS member off and on since 1980 and active 10 years with …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Coeur d'Alene Garden Tour is July 7

Brilliant blue delphiniums towering over a shady green lawn, deep purple clematis climbing toward the sky, refreshing water features, colorful yard art and a bouquet of botanical delights are awaiting those who go on the Coeur d'Alene Garden Club's 2024 Garden Tour.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Coeur d'Alene School Board adopts budgets, begins levy talks

Trustees of the Coeur d'Alene School Board adopted budgets and began talks of the next supplemental levy election Monday during a budget adoption and board workshop. The amended $109,247,177 2023-2024 budget and proposed $107,274,030 2024-2025 budget were both unanimously adopted. The discussion then led to when the Coeur d'Alene School …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Educators participate in i-STEM Institutes at North Idaho College

Teachers love to teach, but they also love to learn. Nearly 100 educators from across North Idaho and other parts of the state participated in four days of i-STEM Institutes at North Idaho College this week. They deepened their knowledge and enhanced their science, technology, engineering and mathematics practices through …
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Women's Gift Alliance gives $100K to 2024 grant recipients

It's a banner year for members of the Women's Gift Alliance, who pitched in to grant $100,000 to five area nonprofits during a Thursday evening celebration in the Community Services Building at Hospice of North Idaho. Through its pooled grant program, the alliance awarded $30,000 to Lake City Playhouse, Kootenai …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Lakeland schools honor two 2024 MVPs

After a performance this spring, Lakeland High School choir and band teacher Mark Sescilla was taken aback by the volume of people who showed up for a reception thrown by his colleague.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Educators participate in i-STEM Institutes at North Idaho College

Teachers love to teach, but they also love to learn. Nearly 100 educators from across North Idaho and other parts of the state participated in four days of i-STEM Institutes at North Idaho College this week. They deepened their knowledge and enhanced their science, technology, engineering and mathematics practices through …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Educators participate in i-STEM Institutes at NIC

Teachers love to teach, but they also love to learn. Nearly 100 educators from across North Idaho and other parts of the state participated in four days of i-STEM Institutes at North Idaho College this week. They deepened their knowledge and enhanced their science, technology, engineering and mathematics practices through …
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

FAST FIVE Stu Cabe reminds us to be nice to each other

Meet Stu Cabe, founder of The Ovation Company, a Coeur d'Alene-based school resource organization focusing on positive school climate and improved student achievement. Stu has been a professional presenter and trainer for over two decades. He travels North America to work with students and teachers to help build strong school …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

In North Idaho, skilled workers are in demand

The demand for skilled labor in North Idaho is high. Some of the highest projected employment growth in the region is driven by occupations in health care, construction, personal care and services and transportation and material moving. These occupations made up 35% of total job postings in North Idaho over …
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

River City Leadership Academy celebrates Class of 2024

Why live in a good community when you can make it a great one? Or, even better, why not strive to make it the best? That's the goal of the River City Leadership Academy, which celebrated the graduation of its Class of 2024 Tuesday during the Post Falls Chamber of …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Longtime Community Library Network trustee resigns

Katie Blank, a longtime Community Library Network trustee, has resigned from the board. Blank served on the library board for more than 30 years and as chair for more than 10 of those years. She submitted her resignation Sunday. "Recently some very challenging health concerns have been brought to my …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Community Library Network Board installs officers, approves policies

Trustees of the Community Library Network were in sync Monday as they unanimously approved policies and installed officers for the coming year during their annual meeting, held at the Harrison Library.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

In North Idaho, skilled workers are in demand

The demand for skilled labor in North Idaho is high. Some of the highest projected employment growth in the region is driven by occupations in health care, construction, personal care and services and transportation and material moving. These occupations made up 35% of total job postings in North Idaho over …
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

In North Idaho, skilled workers are in demand

The demand for skilled labor in North Idaho is high. Some of the highest projected employment growth in the region is driven by occupations in health care, construction, personal care and services and transportation and material moving. These occupations made up 35% of total job postings in North Idaho over …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Lake City High teacher retires after 30 years

It took some time to sink in before Scott Jacobson could really articulate what it felt like to be retired. "Everybody's been asking me the the last two, three weeks, 'How's it feel to be retired?' but there's been so much paper work and tidying up and everything," he said …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Coeur d'Alene High grad wins new car at Knudtsen Chevrolet giveaway

Her name might be Mercedes, but now she's cruising in a brand new Chevy. Coeur d'Alene High School 2024 graduate Mercedes Ferra, 18, won a 2025 Chevy Trax SUV at Knudtsen Chevrolet's 85th Anniversary Party, held Thursday evening at the Post Falls dealership. "I just cried," Ferra said Friday. "I …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO

Fast Five Kevin Croffoot: A father's heart of fire and faith

Meet Kevin Croffoot, a battalion chief with 32 years in the fire service, which began in the beginning with Hayden Fire and continued after consolidation becoming Northern Lakes Fire Protection District.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO

North Idaho STEM Charter students wrap electrical boxes in original art

Six graphic design students from North Idaho STEM Charter Academy wrapped up the school year by wrapping up electrical boxes in their original art.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO

Braver Lens to present 'Canine Bridge' Saturday at ArtWalk

Organizers of a dog-centric photography project are hoping to build human connections. Presented by Braver Lens, a part of the Braver Angels national nonprofit, the pop-up "Canine Bridge" photo exhibit will be on display during a special ArtWalk from 5-8 p.m. Saturday in the parking lot between Magpie and the …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO

Local violinist wins at international competition

A celebrated violinist who serves as a faculty member at the Music Conservatory of Coeur d'Alene has even more reason to celebrate. Richard Altenbach, an A-list Hollywood recording musician, won second prize in the International Golden Key Piano Composition Competition for his composition, "The Jester’s Waltz." He will travel to …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO

Local kids place at Invention Convention nationals

North Idaho's young inventors earned a place on the national stage at the Invention Convention U.S. Nationals, held June 5-7 at the Henry Ford museum complex in Dearborn, Mich.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS AGO

Coeur d'Alene School District balances operating budget

Much belt-tightening and reduction of expenditures have been put into place to balance what would have been a $6 million 2025 fiscal year budget shortfall in the Coeur d'Alene School District. Director of Finance Shannon Johnston provided a comprehensive overview of the district's finances Monday evening during a budget hearing, …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS AGO

Post Falls Boys and Girls Club to host open house Wednesday

The expansion is complete, the loose ends are tied and the Boys and Girls Club's Jordan Johnson Clubhouse in Post Falls is now is ready to welcome visitors to see what's new. “Last summer we had our program at Seltice Elementary School, so everybody is really excited about operating the …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS AGO

Venture High School teams with Eat Smart Idaho

Venture High School and Eat Smart Idaho teamed up throughout the school year to ensure students head into summer with a fresh perspective on eating right.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS AGO

Post Falls Lions Club celebrates 60 years

With shining pins, well-worn aprons, rolled-up sleeves and an abundance of love for their community, members of the Post Falls Lions Club have been living that club motto for 60 years.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS AGO

FAST FIVE Stephenie Kimener: Life is better in the country

Meet Stephenie Kimener of Long Mountain Meadows. She is a doting wife to Brian and mother to five wonderful children: Christopher, Timothy, Josephine, Benjamin and Gabriel. She is a self-proclaimed mediocre housewife who runs two businesses and homeschools her children. She prefers to be outside with her family and animals …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS AGO

Community Library Network director resigns

Alexa Eccles was hired in May 2023 and assumed the director role June 5, 2023.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS AGO

East Sherman Food Trucks breaks ground

The east side of Sherman Avenue is about to become a whole lot tastier.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Running Shoes 4 Kids launches GoGood GiveBack campaign in Kootenai County

Be helpful, not hurtful. Go good, do good, be good.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Memories, stories shared as Coeur d'Alene school prepares to close

A tidal wave of memories came flooding back when a small group of former Borah Elementary School students met at the school Tuesday to reminisce and recall their Borah experiences.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Identical twins have much to celebrate as they prepare to graduate from Lake City High

Having an identical twin means having a built-in best friend. “I don’t know how else to live,” Jillian Scott said Friday afternoon, sitting next to her twin sister Acaja Scott. “People ask, ‘How is it being a twin?’ Well, I’ve never experienced not being a twin. I have other siblings …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

FAST FIVE Make the most of your post with Henry Wolsten

Meet Henry Wolsten, an 18-year-old Christian, bestselling author, award-winning filmmaker, martial artist and CEO of Spring Chicken Socials.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

Up-and-coming musician makes music video debut

A young North Idaho star is lighting up streaming platforms today as she makes her music video debut. Sydney Jacobson, 17, who performs under her stage name Sydney Dale, released the video for "Girl You Call a Friend" at midnight this morning.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO

National spelling bee run ends in Round 3 for North Idaho student

In February, Amiah spelled the winning word, "stimuli," at the North Idaho Spelling Bee, earning a gold trophy, $1,000 and a trip to the Scripps National Spelling Bee in Washington, D.C.
BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Lake City High seniors make military appointments

Three Lake City High School seniors are about to follow in the footsteps of heroes as they embark on military journeys.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

National spelling bee run ends in Round 3 for North Idaho student

In February, Amiah spelled the winning word, "stimuli," at the North Idaho Spelling Bee, earning a gold trophy, $1,000 and a trip to the Scripps National Spelling Bee in Washington, D.C.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Therapy dog brings joy, comfort to Idaho State Veterans Home Post Falls

One of the most loved and hardest-working employees at the Idaho State Veterans Home Post Falls is also the smallest, the cutest and the fluffiest. Flash is his name, and brightening everyone's day is his game.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Therapy dog brings joy, comfort to Idaho State Veterans Home Post Falls

One of the most loved and hardest-working employees at the Idaho State Veterans Home Post Falls is also the smallest, the cutest and the fluffiest. Flash is his name, and brightening everyone's day is his game.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Interest rates keep Kootenai housing market flat

"Interest rates are really holding the market back right now. Good, bad, ugly, it doesn't really matter, it is what it is."
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Timberlake students participate in community appreciation day

Planting. Raking. Weeding. Clearing. Building. Cleaning. Giving.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

FAST FIVE Gold Star mom Theresa Hart: 'EVERY day is Memorial Day'

Meet Theresa Hart, the founder and director of Newby-ginnings of North Idaho. Theresa is the proud only child of an Air Force veteran who served in Vietnam.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Hauser Fire down but not out

Voters in the Hauser community resoundingly voted down a levy reset Tuesday that would have raised Hauser Lake Fire Protection District and Volunteer Fire Department’s annual base budget from $255,392 to $736,067.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO

Charter, KTEC seniors commit to continuing education

It's been a goal of Post Falls High School senior and Kootenai Technical Education Campus diesel technology student Elery Sterling to serve in the military as a warrant officer and as a Black Hawk helicopter pilot. Signing with the Army National Guard was an exhilarating moment for the soon-to-be military …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Celebrating an original influencer: Thoreson named 2024 Woman of Impact

"You haven't lived until you've seen your face 8 feet tall," Kerri Thoreson said Wednesday, discussing her acting career as her fun-loving and carefree Coeur d'Alene Casino Resort character, Vera, and accompanying promo posters.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Seniors 'sell' Coeur d'Alene Charter Academy as clever class prank

Coeur d'Alene Charter Academy was for sale for $1 million Tuesday morning, much to the surprise of the faculty and staff.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Seniors 'sell' Coeur d'Alene Charter Academy as clever class prank

Coeur d'Alene Charter Academy was for sale for $1 million this morning, much to the surprise of the faculty and staff. Principal Dan Nicklay didn't even see the "for sale" sign when he first pulled up to the school. "My first thought was, 'What the heck's that doing here?'" Nicklay …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

FAST FIVE: Bryant Wilson gets the party started

Meet Bryant Wilson, a local DJ, trivia host and emcee with Ruby Frog Entertainment. He just celebrated his 38th birthday and was born and raised in North Idaho.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 10 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO

Coeur d'Alene trustees approve new calendar, elementary attendance zones

Trustees of the Coeur d'Alene School District unanimously approved two motions that will set change in motion for the upcoming school year. The district will continue with a five-day school week, but with a few adjustments. Rather than a late-start Monday, the 2024-2025 school calendar will include an early-release Friday.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 11 MONTHS AGO

North Idaho College graduates celebrate commencement

School spirit was tangible Friday morning as North Idaho College's 2024 graduates celebrated one of the biggest moments in their academic journeys. That spirit was on full display with Hunter Johnston, who has performed as NIC's mascot, Cecil Cardinal, since April 2023. He made his way across the commencement stage …
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 MONTHS AGO

North Idaho College graduates celebrate commencement

School spirit was tangible Friday morning as North Idaho College's 2024 graduates celebrated one of the biggest moments in their academic journeys. That spirit was on full display with Hunter Johnston, who has performed as NIC's mascot, Cecil Cardinal, since April 2023. He made his way across the commencement stage …
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 11 MONTHS AGO

Coeur d'Alene Superintendent Hocker addresses concerns

Coeur d'Alene School District Superintendent Shon Hocker will not be taking a superintendent job with the Educational Service District 105 in Yakima. After an interview Thursday, another finalist, Shane Backlund, was chosen for the position. Hocker is not exploring any further positions elsewhere.
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FAST FIVE Tess Reasor: 'By coming together, we can create lasting change'

Meet Tess Reasor, a dedicated advocate for social justice and community empowerment.
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Nearly 200 Idaho students compete in Idaho State Forestry Contest

Wearing her Careywood Eager Beavers 4-H Club T-shirt and with a blue clipboard in hand, Timberlake High School freshman Lily Fry carefully observed a branch of a deciduous tree, taking note of its different characteristics. “I think it’s going pretty good,” she said Thursday morning as she participated in the …
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Nearly 200 Idaho students compete in Idaho State Forestry Contest

Wearing her Careywood Eager Beavers 4-H Club T-shirt and with a blue clipboard in hand, Timberlake High School freshman Lily Fry carefully observed a branch of a deciduous tree, taking note of its different characteristics. “I think it’s going pretty good,” she said Thursday morning as she participated in the …
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 MONTHS AGO

'Gallery '24' student art show Tuesday at McEuen Park

Student artists in Cynthia Chapman's painting classes at Lake City High School will present their works to the public during the “Gallery ‘24 – Beauty in the Dark Places, and Running Out of Time” show from 4-7 p.m. Tuesday ujnder the Avista Pavilion in McEuen Park, 420 E Front Ave., …
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Post Falls decommissioning 'social' trails at Kiwanis Park

City staff are working to decommission "social" trails and redirect traffic to established paths.
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Lewis-Clark State honors Trent Derrick as alumnus of the year

An assistant superintendent in the Coeur d'Alene School District has been honored by his alma mater.
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Coeur d'Alene High students excel at lunar flyby challenge

They're shooting for the moon and might someday be the ones to conduct experiments on its rocky, cratered surface.
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Open for season: Athol Farmers Market

After a light sprinkle and slight threat of rain, the clouds dissipated and the sun shined on opening day of the Athol Farmers Market.
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Coeur d'Alene School District superintendent seeking job in Yakima

Superintendent is again in the running for a in another out-of-state school district.
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Post Falls man shares collection of creations

Name any animal or any classic car and Tim Scarola has most likely brought it to life through his art. Name an artistic medium — acrylic, watercolor, oil, glass, or wood, perhaps? Yep, he's dabbled in those, too.
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North Idaho STEM Charter sweeps Idaho Envirothon competition

Today's students are already finding solutions to tomorrow's problems, and the awards are piling up along the way.
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FAST FIVE: Mark Woodworth brings people together

Meet Mark Woodworth, a local benefits consultant at Murray Group/Acrisure with a passion for family and community.
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Little touts support for education during successful legislative session

It wasn't without some pain and teeth gnashing, but Gov. Brad Little is feeling good about how the 2024 legislative session adjourned sine die April 10. “I’m proud to say that this year, what I proposed to the Idaho Legislature, literally we got about 99% of what we wanted done,” …
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Little touts support for education during legislative session

It wasn't without some pain and teeth gnashing, but Gov. Brad Little is feeling good about how the 2024 legislative session adjourned sine die April 10. “I’m proud to say that this year, what I proposed to the Idaho Legislature, literally we got about 99% of what we wanted done,” …
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'We're so sorry:' Borah Elementary to close

Borah Elementary School's days are numbered. Tears were wiped from faces and sniffles could be heard Monday evening as trustees of the Coeur d'Alene School District unanimously voted to accept a recommendation to repurpose the school as a way to save the district money as it addresses an expected $6 …
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Coeur d'Alene Superintendent Hocker will not go to Pueblo

Coeur d'Alene School District Superintendent Shon Hocker will not be taking a superintendent position with the Pueblo School District in Pueblo, Colo. Trustees of the Pueblo School Board voted 3-2 to offer the job to another candidate. Hocker was one of two finalists being considered. "It became very clear to …
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Celebrating 25 years of fashion

Hollywood is coming to Coeur d'Alene. The ladies of the Cancer and Community Charities nonprofit will roll out the red carpet May 16 for their 25th anniversary Silver Screen Dinner and Fashion Show at The Coeur d'Alene Resort.
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Local American Legions sending 11 young men to Boys State

In true and humble statesmanly fashion, Theodore Roosevelt Jr. refused to take the glory for creating the American Legion. “No one man can claim to be the founder of The American Legion," he once said, according to legion.org, the American Legion's website.
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FAST FIVE: Branigan Carhart: She'd plant that

Meet Branigan Carhart, a true North Idaho local. Branigan was born in Coeur d’Alene in 1987 and grew up in Sandpoint with her family. Just over 10 years ago she moved back to the Coeur d'Alene area with her daughter and purchased her first home in Post Falls. Branigan is …
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Post Falls High School students open time capsule

If you could read a letter from your past self, what do you think it would say? “My past self wants to be a vet, or a millionaire. I spelled both wrong," Post Falls High School senior Hailey Lindsey said, smiling after reading a letter she wrote to her future …
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Community Water Dance at 10 a.m. Saturday in Post Falls

A free Community Water Dance performance will be from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday at the grand pavilion in Q'emiln Park, 12201 W. Parkway Drive, Post Falls.
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State to award Cd'A, Lakeland funds for vape detectors

Vaping has become a common problem in schools, especially at the secondary level. "It’s substantial," Lakeland Joint School District Superintendent Lisa Arnold said Wednesday. "Definitely on a daily basis they are dealing with vape issues."
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Cd'A superintendent seeking job in Colorado

Coeur d'Alene School District Superintendent Shon Hocker is seeking a superintendent job in another state. Hocker, who has led the Coeur d'Alene School District since July 1, 2021, is one of two finalists vying for the position of superintendent in the Pueblo School District in Pueblo, Colo. He was in …
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Gift baskets of gratitude

A little kindness goes a long way. Tokens of appreciation were spread Tuesday morning throughout schools in Post Falls as members of the Post Falls Chamber of Commerce delivered baskets of goodies to say "thank you" to teachers and staff members for their dedication to their students and school communities.
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Cd'A superintendent seeking job in Colorado

Coeur d'Alene School District Superintendent Shon Hocker is seeking a superintendent job in another state.
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From garbage to glamor

The students of Hayden Canyon Charter School are thinking twice about litter they find on the side of the road. Where some may see old newspapers, pieces of trampoline, cardboard boxes or plastic bags, Hayden Canyon's students see endless possibilities for upcycled styles and innovative designs. "I learned that trash …
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School districts to provide free summer meals

The Coeur d'Alene, Post Falls and Lakeland Joint school districts will offer free meals on site this summer. Meal service will be Monday through Friday from June 17–Aug. 16. Meals will not be served July 4-5 for the Fourth of July holiday.
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Haven of history

A 29-foot-tall cement grain silo towers over a Greensferry Road property just south of the Spokane River on the Coeur d'Alene side of the Coeur d'Alene/Post Falls border. A curious hawk circles above, keeping a watchful eye on Patrick Record as he finalizes a restoration project to replace the cedar …
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CLN votes for sparse notes

Staff will be expected to present the board with a balanced budget and pare down notes taken at Community Library Network meetings following actions taken at Thursday’s three-and-a-half-hour meeting at the Hayden Library.
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Women at Work

The dais was filled with womanly wisdom Wednesday evening as five leading ladies of varying industries discussed pros, cons, advice, tips and tricks of their trades.
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Cd'A trustees to host community forum Saturday

Trustees of the Coeur d'Alene School District will hold a "Fresh-Air Forum" from 10-11:30 a.m. Saturday at McIntire Family Park, 8930 N. Government Way, Hayden.
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Parkinson's symposium April 26 at Cd'A Public Library

It's Parkinson's Disease Awareness Month, named in honor of James Parkinson, who was the first to medically describe the symptoms of the "shaking palsy" in 1817. Those living with the disease, as well as their families and caregivers, are invited to the Coeur d'Alene Parkinson's Support Group's Living Well with …
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Feeling the love

A nonprofit that helps hospitality workers in need is feeling the love. CDAIDE's Care Affair, attended by nearly 250 people and held Thursday at The Coeur d'Alene Resort, brought in $63,295.
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PF, Athol libraries resume limited services

The Post Falls and Athol libraries will begin offering limited services today following three months of closures brought on by building damage from severe winter weather and flooding in January.
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Borah Elementary on chopping block

A neighborhood school that has been open since 1950 is in jeopardy of closing and being repurposed as the Coeur d'Alene School District considers ways to balance its $6 million shortfall.
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Working up industry appetites

The bucket on the miniature excavator inched forward, swung out and dropped onto a stack of tires as Xanaia Dahlstrom diligently moved the levers to accomplish her task.
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FAST FIVE: Jason Nye, CDAIDE guy

Meet Jason Nye, the executive director of CDAIDE. A Pacific Northwest native, Jason grew up north of Seattle at the tip of Lake Washington in Bothell. He spent his childhood playing in what was then forests and fields, but is now housing developments and pavement. After driving through on the …
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Library leaders react to 'Protection Act'

Gov. Brad Little signed House Bill 710 into law Wednesday morning. Also called the "Children's School and Library Protection Act," the law prohibits those who work in schools and public libraries to make available to minors books, pictures and other materials depicting nudity, sexual conduct or sado-masochistic abuse.
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Workers in demand in Kootenai County

The "help wanted" signs fill business windows throughout Kootenai County as the region and the state continue to experience low unemployment numbers. Low unemployment means hiring challenges for some industries. "We're pretty much always looking for our field laborers," All Wall Contracting, Inc. operations assistant Georgia Dettelbach said Wednesday.
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LCHS' Kelly named Idaho Vice Principal of the Year

Whatever he can do to make a positive impact on the lives of students, Lake City High School Assistant Principal Bryan Kelly is happy to do it.
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Aquifer protection on symposium agenda

Representatives from the Idaho Farm Bureau Federation, American Farmland Trust, U.S. Department of Agriculture Wildlife Services and more will speak April 20 at the Kootenai County Fairgrounds during the Working Lands and Open Space Symposium.
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Growing pains

A new career technical public charter school that was dinged for special education violations is correcting those errors and working to strengthen relationships with all of its families. “We’ve realized, the population that we serve, we’re going to get more special education students,” Elevate Academy Special Education Director Stephanie Linder …
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Historic moment for new PF Historical Society president

The new president of the Post Falls Historical Society, who has a long history of loving history, began her journey at the helm of the history-promoting nonprofit with her own historic adventure.
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FAST FIVE: Dana Parsons welcomes you to higher education

Meet Dana Parsons, the Coeur d’Alene enrollment specialist for Lewis-Clark State College.
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Artistic dreams can come true

A beloved actor with a prolific body of work may be gone, but his legacy lives on in the creative dreams of others. Applications are now being accepted for funding through the Jack Bannon Fund for the Arts, which was created by the late Bannon's wife, Ellen Travolta, to honor …
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Awash in kindness

Two former Lake City High School students have put a little sparkle on their old school's outside sign.
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Critchfield: 'We're hopeful'

Reverting to average daily attendance-based funding from the enrollment-based funding formula used during COVID-19 years has left many Idaho school districts feeling a financial pinch. “Money was left on the table, and we knew that last year,” Idaho State Superintendent of Public Education Debbie Critchfield said Friday during a visit …
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Critchfield: 'We're hopeful'

Reverting to average daily attendance-based funding from the enrollment-based funding formula used during COVID-19 years has left many Idaho school districts feeling a financial pinch. “Money was left on the table, and we knew that last year,” Idaho State Superintendent of Public Education Debbie Critchfield said Friday during a visit …
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Critchfield: 'We're hopeful'

Reverting to average daily attendance-based funding from the enrollment-based funding formula used during COVID-19 years has left many Idaho school districts feeling a financial pinch. “Money was left on the table, and we knew that last year,” Idaho State Superintendent of Public Education Debbie Critchfield said Friday during a visit …
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FAST FIVE: Animals are LaRain Saige's people

Meet LaRain Saige, an animal care specialist helping pets and their people stay healthy and happy at home.
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Special meeting goes nowhere

A special Thursday meeting with a focus on Idaho's open meeting law didn't go as planned when the Community Library Network's legal counsel was absent from the meeting.
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Work set on $56M PF Dam rehabilitation

It's been nearly 50 years since any major work has been done on Avista's Hydroelectric Development North Channel Dam, originally constructed 118 years ago.
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CLN drops Juneteenth holiday

The Community Library Network will no longer observe Juneteenth, the state and federally recognized holiday that marks the end of slavery in the United States.
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Wired2Learn Academy pursues federal nonprofit status

An independent therapeutic school in Post Falls is in the final phases of earning its federal 501(c)3 status.
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CLN drops Juneteenth holiday

The Community Library Network will no longer observe Juneteenth, the state and federally recognized holiday that marks the end of slavery in the United States.
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Blessings for Bangladesh

In hairnets and gloves, North Idaho Christian School's 220 students prepared meals with blessings and love. The students worked in rotations throughout the day March 14 to pack 10,000 vitamin-rich meals of rice and lentils that will feed people in Bangladesh, a historically high-poverty, highly populated South Asian country.
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Caring for ourselves, caring for our community

If people aren't feeling well, they can't be their best selves. "When we’re not at our best, we can’t be there for our community, our kids, for the people that need us,” Heritage Health CEO Mike Baker said. "It’s so important for us to make sure that we’re taken care …
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FAST FIVE: Keaton Lee paints up a storm

Meet Keaton Lee, an 18-year-old custom painter with a shop located in Post Falls. Follow her instagram @crazy.k.kustomz to see her works.
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Hauser Fire to float levy for first time in 21 years

The Hauser Lake Fire Protection District and Volunteer Fire Department will float a $480,675 maintenance and operations levy reset in May.
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A celebration of exceptional service

It was an evening of surprise and celebration as the Post Falls American Legion Steven H. Nipp Post 143 honored the community's finest. Volunteers, firefighters, paramedics, deputies and more were lifted up for their dedicated service and selfless sacrifice during a Saturday evening banquet at the Post Falls Legion. The …
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FAST FIVE Idaho adventures await Lisa Reeder

Meet Lisa Reeder, who was born and raised in North Texas. Lisa attended East Texas State University, obtaining a bachelor's in accounting and a Master of Business Administration from Texas A&M University. She spent 30 years working in the U.S. defense industry. Lisa is married to Don and has a …
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Très chic: It's Cd'A Fashion Week

Designers, artists, models, lights, cameras and an abundance of action will color the Lake City in bold and creative choices when Coeur d'Alene Fashion Week returns this weekend through Friday, March 22.
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Third Avenue Marketplace to open soon

Upgrades to the old Post Falls Senior Center building are nearing completion in preparation for the opening of the Third Avenue Marketplace, where food bank and senior services will be provided in one location. “We are so excited,” Executive Director Leslie Orth said Wednesday. “It’s surreal, it really is. We’ve …
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Room for everyone

One is a university student walking away from a checkered past along a path of redemption. The other is a community college instructor with a penchant for Shakespeare, disc golf and tabletop gaming. “You can have two polar opposites live together and it be wonderful,” University of Idaho elementary education …
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CLN votes to again pursue Redman Insurance

The board majority plowed through several motions Wednesday during a special meeting of Community Library Network trustees at the Hayden Library, where the board chair had two attendees removed for behavior she considered to be disruptive.
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FAST FIVE Michelle Lewis dreams in color

Meet Michelle Lewis, a color psychology expert who helps people connect with the power of color in their daily lives.
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The fine art of giving

When people spend money at Art on the Green in the summer, they're supporting student art projects for local kids throughout the whole year.
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Building a miracle

For two long years, Ryan Ryle and his fiance, Jayne Foster, tried to buy a home in North Idaho. Ryle, who grew up just on the other side of the Idaho-Washington stateline, said the couple would put in offers on houses just to constantly be outbid by other buyers who …
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FAST FIVE: Lisa Schaff: 'Our vote is our power'

Meet Lisa Schaff, a Coeur d’Alene resident of 12 years who has been a member of the League of Women Voters of Kootenai County since 2016. Lisa would tell you that compassion and empathy are the core emotions that drive her to work for the League. Fairness, truth and civil …
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Acting locally, thinking globally

World Thinking Day is a time when Girl Scouts place themselves in the shoes of other Girl Scouts and Girl Guides around the world and honor their counterparts in other countries. "Living in America, we're very gifted living in the area we do," Haileigh Alban, 16, of Troop 2035 Post …
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Wright Insurance declines coverage for CLN

After trustees voted to change the Community Library Network's insurance policies, the insurer they sought to contract with has declined coverage, citing current unresolved claims.
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Take that to the bank

Bank applications and financial paperwork can be daunting, especially for young people who have never opened checking accounts.
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Looking for the positive

Schools across North Idaho and the country are supporting students through Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports programs.
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Looking for the positive

Schools across North Idaho and the country are supporting students through Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports programs.
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Enjoy a libation, support education

In the 26 years since its inception, the Wine, Stein and Dine event has awarded over $700,000 in grant funds to benefit students in the Post Falls School District.
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Young agents of change

Students in the Coeur d'Alene School District's Student Advisory Group are serious about effecting positive change in their school communities.
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FAST FIVE: Find your inner goddess with Lindsey Jones

Meet Lindsey Jones, a Pacific Northwest native who is a champion for female entrepreneurship in the Post Falls community. With years of business ownership and unwavering determination, she has always shared a common goal – empowering women, particularly mothers, to enhance their lives by leveraging their passions to create financial …
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Planning for their academic futures

Students in the Coeur d'Alene School District have a number of options when designing their academic tracks. They can pursue dual credits and graduate with an associate degree when they receive their high school diploma. They can enroll at the Kootenai Technical Education Campus and learn a trade. They can …
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It's the Safety Fest

Safe workspaces are more than just hard hats, leather gloves and steel-toed boots. They also include effective communication, appropriate boundaries, trust and cultural awareness. Some factors to consider are gender, the organizational hierarchy and age. "Age could be a factor as some people refuse to take orders from folks that …
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CLN trustees vote for new insurance

While two libraries remain closed due to catastrophic water damage, Community Library Network trustees are poised to make costly changes to CLN’s insurance policies. If no other quotes come in before Friday, library trustees will accept insurance quotes from Wright Specialty Insurance and American Family Insurance and cancel current policies …
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Coping — with creativity

When the mental chatter becomes overwhelming, Lake City High School senior Ava Angell dims the lights, turns on soft music and meditates on the positive. "Breathing in the good thoughts and exhaling out the bad ones," Angell said Tuesday, sharing a mental health tactic her mom taught her. "I try …
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Former Libby resident honored on her 102nd birthday

Flesher was the first resident of the Idaho State Veterans Home in Post Falls, where many of her family and loved ones gathered for the party and quilt presentation.
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NI STEM robotics team takes on the world

FIRST Lego League robotics enthusiasts from North Idaho STEM Charter Academy will be using their skills for communication, collaboration and innovation as they pursue world domination. The Los Cuatro Amigos team of eighth graders will compete in the 2024 FIRST Championship from April 17-20 in Houston. They'll be pitting their …
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Speaker to Dems: ‘Don’t be like Missouri’

Blue Missouri Executive Director Jess Piper shared a warning with attendees of the 2024 Democracy Dinner: “Don’t be like Missouri — do not go down this path.”
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Back-to-back wins for bright ideas

Many young people have uninhibited perspectives on how to save lives and make the world a better place for people of all walks of life. Seniors from North Idaho STEM Charter Academy were recently recognized for their altruistic entrepreneurial visions at back-to-back competitions, where they were awarded top honors, scholarships …
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FAST FIVE David Walker: Fire, iron, forge

Meet David Walker, who has been forging since he was a kid, but never thought blacksmithing would become a career. He loves to teach and help people from all walks of life learn how to forge. In 2019 he created Fire Iron Forge and pursued his then-hobby as a full-time …
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PF Chamber celebrates its helpers

Although he's done serving as a Post Falls City Council member, Lynn Borders is not done contributing his time and talents to the River City. “He hasn’t quit," Post Falls Mayor Ron Jacobson said Thursday evening. "He’s retired from the city, but he hasn’t quit." Jacobson has known Borders for …
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Early spring at Hayden Meadows

Spring has arrived early at Hayden Meadows Elementary School. Under the supervision of teacher Vern Harvey, students have already begun preparing the school greenhouse for spring planting. The planting season commenced the second week of January when the school's garden club began unthawing and forcing tulips and daffodil bulbs for …
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All together now

The Vikings and the Timberwolves might be old crosstown rivals, but they're also old friends sharing one community. Coeur d'Alene and Lake City high school students met in the LCHS commons after school Friday to gather the blankets, clothing, toiletries and other items they collected during their 2024 All for …
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Cultural choreography

Fans fluttered, scarves waved in the air and Sorensen Magnet School of Arts and Humanities students moved to global beats. It was a colorful day of cultural choreography as artist-in-residence Rachel Horner led students in a variety of "World Dance" performances during the school's Friday Gathering. The students spent the …
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Feeding the future

Steam lazily swirled from cups of hot cocoa and plates of cheese-sprinkled, saucy sloppy joes offered to students who stepped under the cover of a dripping canopy. The youths snagged plastic bags and made their ways down long tables, taking their picks and filling their sacks with fruit snacks, pudding …
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Defibrillators for deputies

Automated external defibrillators are used to resuscitate cardiac arrest victims. Kootenai County Sheriff's Office deputies did not have these portable life-saving units in their patrol vehicles — until now.
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FAST FIVE: Holly Hansen's happy heart of service

Meet Holly Hansen, a fourth generation Idahoan. Born in Coeur d’Alene but having moved all over the Pacific Northwest, including a couple of foreign countries, she returned to her roots to start a business and family.
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'She truly was my hero'

Harper Pursley loved a good dad joke. "She could rattle them off," her mom, Chelsea Pursley, said Wednesday. "She had a repertoire of 20 jokes she could rattle off at any time, and her comedic timing was perfect." She loved fairies, sparkles and the color purple. She loved baking and …
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PF Community Forest still mostly off limits

While the mercury slowly rises toward warmer spring temperatures, the city of Post Falls is reminding the public that climbing is still prohibited in a large portion of the Post Falls Community Forest.
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Cd’A school leaders, trustees talk money-saving measures

The Coeur d’Alene School District’s budget conversation progressed during a special meeting Monday as trustees and other district leaders continue working to address a projected $6 million deficit in the district’s 2025 operating budget.
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Budget discussion for Cd'A School Board continues today

The budget discussion will continue at 4 p.m. today when trustees of the Coeur d'Alene School District hold a workshop at Midtown Meeting Center, 1505 N. Fifth St., Coeur d'Alene.
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In her honor

A World War II veteran, a second lieutenant, a surgical nurse, an artist, a dancer, a mother, a grandmother, a great-grandmother. Alice Flesher has been many things in her time on Earth, and she was celebrated for all of them Saturday on her 102nd birthday, during which she was also …
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FAST FIVE: Savor the experience with Sushi Sensei Isaac Cunnington

Meet Isaac Cunnington, an aspiring entrepreneur here in Coeur d'Alene. Born in Spokane and raised in Coeur d'Alene, Isaac graduated from Lake City High School, North Idaho College and the University of Idaho in rapid succession. He moved to Florida then Costa Rica to pursue his dream of being a …
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CLN trustees vote against new insurance

Trustees voted down a motion that would have bound the Community Library Network to another insurance provider and brought the district over budget during an emergency meeting Thursday evening at the Post Falls Library.
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Governor meets with local high school students

School safety, funding for higher education, improving Idaho's public school facilities. While these are important matters for taxpayers, Gov. Brad Little sat down Thursday morning at Post Falls High School with those who are impacted by these issues on a daily basis — the students.
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Governor meets with area high school students

School safety, funding for higher education, improving Idaho's public school facilities. While these are important matters for taxpayers, Gov. Brad Little sat down Thursday morning at Post Falls High School with those who are impacted by these issues on a daily basis — the students.
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A happy ending for George

No more mean streets. No more doggie jail. No more future of uncertainty. George the dog finally has a home. "George is just a dream," Kootenai County resident Deborah Rose said Wednesday. "He is the sweetest little guy. He trusts me."
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More guns on campus?

Legislation that would allow school staff to carry concealed weapons without guidance from local school boards was recommended Thursday by the Idaho House State Affairs Committee and as of Monday is on its way to a third reading this week. As it is now written, this legislation would not have …
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More guns on campus?

Legislation that would allow school staff to carry concealed weapons without guidance from local school boards was recommended Thursday by the Idaho House State Affairs Committee and as of Monday is on its way to a third reading this week. As it is now written, this legislation would not have …
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Imaginations flourish at Invent Idaho regionals

Nearly 160 students from across North Idaho showed and told about their inventions, creations, gadgets and gizmos at the North Idaho Regional Invent Idaho competition, which was Jan. 19-21 at the Silver Lake Mall.
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Cd’A School District weighs options to save $6M

A four-day school week, closing an elementary school, larger class sizes, staff cuts and building budget reductions are among options Coeur d’Alene School District officials will be weighing as they work to right-size a projected $6 million shortfall in the district’s 2025 operating budget.
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Brilliant futures ahead

Nary a dry eye could be found in the audience as it was announced Thursday evening that Eva Santiago-Rosenberg is the 2024 Kootenai County Boys and Girls Clubs Youth of the Year. "I’m feeling just overwhelmed with so many good emotions,” the New Vision Alternative High School junior said after …
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FAST FIVE: Dustin Ainsworth: Awesome to the COEUR

Meet Dustin Ainsworth, a resident of Kootenai County for over three decades now. Dustin has worked at Kootenai Title for the last 18 years as a business development representative. Throughout his time at Kootenai Title, he has had the opportunity to serve on numerous boards and nonprofits within the community.
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'This is going to change thousands of lives'

A new era is about to dawn for Timberlake Senior High School, student athletes and youth in the Spirit Lake and Athol communities.
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CharityTracker gains traction

A single mom raising two children is in need of a few pieces of furniture after finding stable housing and moving herself and her children out of homelessness. An elderly resident hopes to find a safe ride to an exercise class so she can work on staying strong and upright. …
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Mountain View holds mock meeting

To rezone or not to rezone? That was the question Friday as juniors and seniors from Mountain View Alternative High School participated in a mock planning and zoning meeting at Rathdrum City Hall.
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Retrofitted bleachers a safety boon for CHS

A few years ago, before the COVID-19 pandemic, Greg Washington realized how difficult it was for some people to scale the bleachers in the old Elmer Jordan Court gym at Coeur d'Alene High School. It was his late mother, Ann Washington, who especially brought this to his attention. He watched …
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CLN trustees to review all materials purchases

Staff members of the Community Library Network will now be required to present the board of trustees with a report of new purchases every other month.
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Legacy of love

Clasp your hands together, intertwining your fingers and taking note of where your thumbs are. Pull them apart, and do it again. Is one thumb naturally on the outside? Clasp your hands together again. This time, make sure your other thumb is on the outside. It might be a challenge, …
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FAST FIVE: Louisa Rogers will help you find your way

Meet Louisa Rogers, who runs the Center for New Directions at North Idaho College, a department that assists students and community members in overcoming barriers in their lives.
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'Millions of dollars of damage'

Locations across Post Falls and other areas in North Idaho have experienced burst pipes and ruptured fire sprinkler systems brought on by winter weather this week.
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A penchant for public speaking

A Coeur d'Alene teen with a penchant for public speaking won the American Legion Post 143 High School Oratorical Contest for a second consecutive year.
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Road projects aplenty in Kootenai County

The Kootenai Metropolitan Planning Organization's major game plan for the next six years includes a number of projects across Kootenai County.
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Winter weather closes schools in Cd'A, Lakeland districts today

Classes are canceled for the Coeur d'Alene and Lakeland school districts today because of inclement weather. The Post Falls School District is expecting to hold class, but will announce any closures early this morning.
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Around the world

A Coeur d'Alene High School junior and varsity cheerleader made her international debut when she performed with the Varsity Spirit All-American Cheer team in the 2024 London New Year's Day Parade.
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Cd’A School District braces for 2025 budget shortfall

The Coeur d’Alene School District is forecasting a budget shortfall in 2025.
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Library network trustees continue refining policies

Legal counsel for the Community Library Network's board of trustees found a sentence in the statement and intent piece of a draft Materials Selection Policy to be unusual.
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Kindness is King

If Mullan Trail Elementary School fifth grader Tori Best could have a dream come true, it would be for the world to be rid of drugs and the harm they cause to users and their loved ones. "If you are a friend, you can help get your friend into a …
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FAST FIVE: Check out AI with Josh Freckleton

Meet Josh Freckleton, a visionary in the hot field of artificial intelligence and a community builder.
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Sweet harmony

No instruments are needed to participate in or enjoy the sound of an a capella singing group. "Singing barbershop is a fun and joyous hobby," Lake City Harmonizers Director Bianca Dixon said Wednesday. "We love the thrill of singing and ringing chords, which is the terminology used when a chord …
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Fish fight for the future

A recovered paddle, an epic space battle and a futuristic Fight for the Fish are keeping positive vibes flowing this week as Coeur d'Alene and Lake City high schools prepare for their annual spirit competition and hometown rivalry basketball games Friday.
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We're all connected

Questions such as, "Would you shave your head for $1,000?" and, "Should students have to wear uniforms?" were asked during a frenzy of activity Tuesday afternoon as Lakes Middle School sixth graders stepped out of their comfort zones. Prompted by Chalkboard Agency founders Stu Cabe and Kevin Ozar, the students …
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Reactions mixed to proposed parental choice tax credit bill

A proposed $50 million bill that is expected to be introduced to the Idaho Legislature this session would give up to $5,000 in tax breaks to families who send their students to private schools. Details of the Parental Choice Tax Credit program were announced Friday by Sen. Lori Den Hartog, …
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Fee change, new trustees and a sidewalk

It's been at least a dozen years since the Coeur d'Alene School District increased its driver's education fee. That cost will go from $190 to $265 per student for classes that start after July 1, following Monday's unanimous approving vote by school board trustees at the recommendation of Assistant Superintendent …
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Beginning anew

Heavenly voices sang hymns as a crowd gathered on the snow-covered beach where the Spokane River gently lapped the shore. Greek Orthodox priests said Epiphany prayers and scattered holy water onto the bowed heads of the faithful.
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PF looks to rebuild 2 miles of Centennial Trail

Pale green lichens greet the feet of those who set upon the North Idaho Centennial Trail from the Washington/Idaho state line east into Post Falls. Interspersed along the asphalt pathway of the first mile or so are are divots, crumbling edges and cracks that have been patched at least once …
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A bit of 'official' trivia

North Idaho has a long history of dedicated leaders and elected officials who spend their time, treasure and talents toiling over board decisions, school policies, county issues and more.
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LAUNCHing into bright futures

It is ideal for Idaho to always have jobs available for Idaho kids. This produces a positive business climate and a labor force that can fuel that positive business climate, Lt. Gov. Scott Bedke said. Idaho LAUNCH grants, which pay for 80% or up to $8,000 of post-high school training …
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LAUNCHing into bright futures

It is ideal for Idaho to always have jobs available for Idaho kids. This produces a positive business climate and a labor force that can fuel that positive business climate, Lt. Gov. Scott Bedke said. Idaho LAUNCH grants, which pay for 80% or up to $8,000 of post-high school training …
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Fond farewells

Outgoing Rathdrum Mayor Vic Holmes is preparing to hang up his mayoral hat after 16 years leading the city following four years on the Rathdrum City Council. He said he is definitely going to miss the camaraderie with Rathdrum city staff members, with whom he has grown quite close through …
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Camp Easton logging spawns concern

Trees have been coming down at Camp Easton, the Boy Scout camp on the east side of Lake Coeur d'Alene. Scout Executive Anthony Escobar with the Boy Scouts of America Inland Northwest Council, which owns and operates the 383-acre site, said logging is taking place to cull diseased trees for …
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FAST FIVE Plunge into the new year with Chad Bennett AKA 'Father Time'

Meet Chad Bennett, the unofficial timekeeper for Coeur d'Alene's annual Polar Bear Plunge. Many might recognize Chad by his blue wig, stuffed polar bear and countdown clock-topped staff that accompany him to the Plunge each year, earning him the nickname, "Father Time."
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Jak is back!

A cairn terrier that was dognapped Christmas Day is back home with his owners in Hayden after his abduction story went viral.
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Look to the skies

On certain days, during particular meteorological and atmospheric conditions, one only needs to look up to witness something special. Winter skies over North Idaho can produce breathtaking patterns and eye-catching displays of towering, dappled or geometrical clouds. Meteorologist Randy Mann said many times, low stratus clouds are responsible for these …
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On the shoulders of education giants

If imitation is the highest form of flattery, then Coeur d'Alene School District teachers should be feeling pretty good about the work they do. From four school districts and one university, 45 educators spent hours Dec. 13 and 14 peering into 18 classrooms of their counterparts to learn techniques of …
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Public libraries come in different forms

A network of libraries cannot be created overnight, nor can it be quickly dismantled. "Creating a library district takes a lot of time and work by the organizing committee," said Clay Ritter, public library consultant with the Idaho Commission for Libraries. "Ultimately it is up to the voters in whatever …
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FAST FIVE: Rod Genter: Yes, North Idaho, there is a Santa Claus

Meet Santa Claus, played by Rod Genter, who has lived in North Idaho about 14 years with his wife, Joan. During this time every year, Rod volunteers as Santa for any local nonprofit organization. Rod has been doing this for over 25 years. He is a retired LAPD officer of …
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Breakfast of champions

The December character trait at Winton Elementary School is "generosity." The school has shown its generous nature in spades — or, in this case, 1,389 boxes of cereal. This was the third year for Winton's Cereal Box Drive, a campaign of generosity sprinkled with healthy competition to collect cereal for …
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LCHS wolf pack gives back

Just as wolves in a pack take care of their own, Lake City Timberwolves are taking care of their community. The joy, charity and goodwill of Christmas were on full display Tuesday morning as economics teacher Matt Ruchti's students took over the Hayden Walmart to find gifts and necessities for …
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'They work to better the citizens of Post Falls'

To Cindy Jordan, Post Falls is a special place because of how its government, chamber of commerce and school district work side by side. “They work to better the citizens of Post Falls," she said. Jordan is the controller for Jordan Sales and Service, a Post Falls tractor company she …
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Philanthropy meets creativity

Take a moment to discuss with your neighbor and be sure to share your work. Members of the North Idaho Education Association Retired Chapter took a page out of their own playbooks Thursday as they participated in an art class led by retired art teacher Tama Meyer, a founding member …
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CHRISTMAS FOR ALL: Mom overcomes mental, monetary challenges

Even though money is tight, "Juno" is pleased to announce she and her four girls have a roof over their heads after being homeless for five months. "We got blessed with an apartment, just before school started," Juno said Friday.
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Ten years of lives changed

Chandell Rasmussen knew something wasn't right. She was sitting on her in-laws' couch in February when she began to feel strange. "I said, ‘I don’t feel good. Something’s wrong,’” she said Wednesday evening, seated at a table in the gathering area of the Rehabilitation Hospital of the Northwest.
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Fa la la lots of love

Wearing a festive Mickey Mouse Santa hat, Brenda Jorgensen smiled as she watched the Lake City Tappers perform at Silver Ridge Care. Her smile grew even bigger when Santa Claus — played by Navy veteran and jolly old soul Dave Sheldon — stopped by to say hi and deliver her …
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FAST FIVE: Christmas lives in Traci Stevenson's heart

Meet Traci Stevenson, who came to the city of Post Falls Parks and Recreation Department 25 years ago after graduating from Northern Arizona University with a degree in parks and recreation management.
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CLN library director policy committee holds first meeting

If a newly proposed director evaluation policy that includes a section on performance probation conflicts with the present personnel policy by which the Community Library Network operates, director evaluation policy committee members are ready to wait and see what legal counsel says. “The personnel manual either applies or it doesn’t …
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Forever Mamas

A fun-loving group of merrymakers who left a legacy of sunshine and glitter in North Idaho and around the world also left a permanent mark on the hearts of those who watched them perform. Now, a former Red Hot Mama is spearheading a campaign to ensure those gleeful gals, especially …
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Collaboration + communication = more unified education

Most teachers can't help but be proud when they see students improve. It can really tug the heartstrings when a struggling student takes ownership of his or her learning and perseveres to meet educational goals.
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For the kids

The Boys and Girls Clubs of Kootenai County recently received a $250,000 grant from the M.J. Murdock Charitable Trust of Vancouver, Wash., for the Jordan Johnson Clubhouse expansion project in Post Falls.
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Cd’A school trustees approve policies in lockstep

Trustees were in alignment Monday evening, unanimously approving several policies and a land acquisition resolution during a regular meeting of the Coeur d’Alene school board. It was the third reading for the Student Dress Policy, on which the board focused during its Dec. 4 workshop following several months of input …
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Good buddies, good books

Reading can be more fun with friends. When those friends are furry, it's paws down a great time. “I think I want to do it again," said Emmy Wolter, 8, of Coeur d'Alene, who participated Monday in the Coeur d'Alene Public Library's Paws to Read program.
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Blue Cross of Idaho Foundation awards PF $20K grant

Post Falls is among 14 Idaho cities to receive a $20,000 grant after graduating from the Community Health Academy, a Blue Cross of Idaho Foundation for Health program for mayors and city officials that helps them learn and understand the city’s role in building healthy communities.
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A little change goes a long way

A nickel, a penny, a quarter, a dime. It all adds up. In just one week, North Idaho STEM Charter Academy National Honor Society students rallied their peers to pool their pocket change and loose dollar bills into one generous donation of more than $3,000 to support Family Promise of …
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FAST FIVE: Presley DuPuis hits all the right notes

Meet Presley DuPuis, the resident music director for Aspire Community Theatre, which performs quarterly at the Kroc Center Theatre. He grew up in Coeur d’Alene’s music and theater scenes, training as a student with Christian Youth Theater North Idaho and studying music at North Idaho College where he now works …
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Elevating 'EndoWarriors'

Men can't truly empathize with the pain and emotional lows women experience every 28 days when their menstrual cycle returns. A nearly nonexistent number of men have ever experienced the excruciation accompanied by endometriosis, an uncureable disease that affects one in 10 women and girls.
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'A sobering, somber experience'

A sailor's son who has called Coeur d'Alene home his whole life is standing on the shores of Pearl Harbor on this day that lives in infamy.
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Crafts, cakes, cocoa, kids

Christmas is 18 days away, but Post Falls American Legion Post 143 is inviting kids and families to celebrate a little early during its annual children's Christmas party from noon to 3 p.m. Dec. 16.
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Demographic deficit

Kootenai County experienced three more births than deaths last year. Neighboring counties Bonner and Shoshone had more deaths than births. "If Kootenai County is surrounded by a wall all of last year and no one can get in or out, the net population growth of the county is three," Idaho …
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To enforce or not to enforce, and how?

Enforcement can be challenging when it comes to dress codes in schools. When is a skirt too short? Are booty shorts OK? At what point do undergarments become a distraction? How much midriff, if any, is acceptable? And what matters more, disciplining students for what they’re wearing or the fact …
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Little trees amaze at Post Fallidays

It was a dazzlingly festive sight as lights twinkled, ornaments glittered and lots of goodies were tucked under creatively decorated tiny trees beckoning for bids.
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May their days be merry and bright

Money is scarce for many local families this holiday season, especially those with foster children, single parents and babies on the way.
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CLN board pushes ahead with materials policies

Dismissing words of caution from Community Library Network directors, a fellow trustee and without advice from library network legal counsel, the board majority unanimously approved drafts of its updated Materials Selection Policy and a new Materials Withdrawal and Reconsideration Policy during a special meeting Thursday at the Post Falls Library.
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Post Falls' Hallmark holiday

Big, fluffy flakes of white floated from the sky moments before the city's Christmas tree lit up, officially beginning the holiday season in the River City.
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FAST FIVE: Tea time with Pam and Emily

Meet Pam Kyes and Emily Nuss, a mother-daughter duo embarking on a journey to bring memories to life through tea parties!
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Temporary signal lights on Seltice Way

Temporary signal lights are going up at the westbound offramp on Seltice Way, west of Bay Street and east of Idaho Street.
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Free Christmas trees for families in need

A local church will give away 300 live, farm-raised Christmas trees to families in need from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday.
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Support local Meals on Wheels, support local seniors

The Meals on Wheels organization in Washington, D.C. recently sent mailers to North Idaho residents soliciting donations to support the national program. However, it's easy to keep those dollars in the community and support seniors in Coeur d'Alene, Dalton Gardens and Hayden when donations go to Lake City Center's Meals …
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Holiday shopping forecast looks merry

A fresh green Vanhoff's Garden Center wreath with a buffalo plaid bow will adorn Chrisdee Imthurn’s front door this holiday season, thanks to Girl Scout Troop 4923, which had friendly, festive Scouts on hand during Black Friday at the Silver Lake Mall. “It's so easy to buy online, but you …
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FAST FIVE: Come read with Kat Gilmore!

Meet Kat Gilmore, founder of the Literacy Project of North Idaho. Kat has a love of learning that started early. She taught her dolls to read, then her brother and then anyone who would sit still long enough!
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Local nonprofits to community: THANK YOU

Local nonprofit organizations and causes are recipients of various means of support throughout the year, from pocket change to oversized checks and from helping hands to business sponsors.
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Shalena's Breakfast with Santa to celebrate 37 years

For nearly 40 years, the Hauser Fire Department has held an annual event to help families in the throes of childhood cancer while remembering a little cancer warrior gone too soon. "Shalena's my daughter," Hauser Lake Volunteer Fire Department Capt. Gary Mobbs said Tuesday. "I'm just proud of everybody for …
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Post Falls continues to flourish

Gang violence in Haiti. Wars in Ukraine and the Gaza Strip. Atrocities against humanity happening abroad and stateside. High inflation, high cost of living, high interest rates, political infighting. “We live in challenging times," Post Falls Mayor Ron Jacobson said Tuesday. Despite all of that, and despite the incivility that’s …
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'Today wasn't a guarantee'

Matt Hankes' second daughter had just entered the world when he began waiting for another important delivery: A new heart.
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Winner, winner, turkey dinner

The Post Falls Food Bank has been so busy it ran out of turkeys last week. “It’s not good, but it is the reality. Post Falls in particular is growing so much and every month we’re setting records," Executive Director Leslie Orth said Friday. "We've never had this many visits."
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PF American Legion announces oratorical contest

Communication proficiency isn't just a good quality to have. "It's a survival skill in this world," Post Falls American Legion Post 143 Oratorical Chairman Vic Parrish said Friday. "Communication skills are absolutely essential — think about what you're going to say, craft what you're going to say and communicate effectively." …
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FAST FIVE: Sky's the limit for Scott Kennedy

Meet Scott Kennedy, who has lived in Coeur d'Alene for most of his life. Scott lives with his parents and younger brother. Motivated by his interest in human rights and the legal system, Scott is pursuing a Juris Doctorate at Gonzaga University School of Law (GU Law). He is on …
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Library materials policy talks continue

Discussion about a draft materials selection policy for the Community Library Network continued Thursday, and trustees will continue discussing it.
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Giving thanks at Lakes

An oversized Jenga tower stood nearly 30 levels tall, beckoning Lakes Middle School sixth grader Tucker Bowman to pull the final block. "It really hurt my heart to pull that one, but I kind of knew I had to do it," Tucker said, grinning after playing a competitive game at …
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Books, complaints on library network agenda for Thursday

An executive session regarding complaints against a public officer is one item on the agenda for the regular board meeting of the Community Library Network, to be held from 2-5:30 p.m. Thursday at the Post Falls Library.
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Student dress code up for makeover

A proposed updated draft of the Coeur d'Alene School District's student dress code policy will continue to be worked on by school board members.
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Cd'A Goodwill to close for remodel Nov. 20

The Coeur d'Alene Goodwill store will close for several months beginning Nov. 20 as it undergoes an extensive remodel.
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Rathdrum salutes America's heroes

Lakeland High School choir and band teacher Mark Sescilla was so moved by his love for America, he wrote a song about it: "That's My Flag." "I'm not a veteran," Sescilla said. "My dad is a veteran, all my three brothers are veterans, half my uncles were veterans. I never …
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Patriotic patchwork

The warmth provided by a Quilt of Valor is a special kind of comfort. "It's not a 'heat' warm, it's a 'being honored' warm. I'm not sure how you describe that," Frank Quattrocchi said after being wrapped in his new quilt.
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Patriotic patchwork

The warmth provided by a Quilt of Valor is a special kind of comfort. "It's not a 'heat' warm, it's a 'being honored' warm. I'm not sure how you describe that," Frank Quattrocchi said after being wrapped in his new quilt.
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Oorah!

Peering into the audience at the Marine Corps Birthday Ball, Master Gunnery Sgt. Jay Lillefloren said he knew everyone looking back at him made a conscious decision to there. "It's a big effort that's put forward into this ball," he said. "I can tell you just by looking around the …
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FAST FIVE: Damon Darakjy: A hero for veterans at the Cd'A American Legion

Meet Damon Darakjy, commander of the Coeur d'Alene American Legion Post 14.
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'Today wasn't a guarantee'

Matt Hankes' second daughter had just entered the world when he began waiting for another important delivery: A new heart.
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Cd'A Charter play 'All My Sons' opens tonight

Coeur d'Alene Charter Academy's production of "All My Sons" will open at 7 tonight in the north multipurpose room of the school.
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Incumbents win Cd'A, Lakeland school trustee seats

The Coeur d'Alene and Lakeland Joint school districts held races for seats on their school boards Tuesday. Here are the results from the Kootenai County Elections Office, as of midnight:
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Community Library Network facing litigation threat

Litigation may be imminent for the new board of the Community Library Network. Former trustee Regina McCrea submitted a letter Wednesday addressed to the board majority — Rachelle Ottosen, Tim Plass and Tom Hanley — in her official capacity as an attorney.
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Wild Turkey Dodgeball Tournament set for Nov. 17

Dodgeball fans, it's about time to ruffle some feathers. The 15th annual Wild Turkey Dodgeball Tournament will be held at 6 p.m. Nov. 17 at Mullan Trail or Seltice elementary school in Post Falls.
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FAST FIVE: Kick up your heels with Rusty Jackson

Meet Rusty Jackson, an entertainer based in Post Falls who performs over 150 shows a year. He is also the director of the Northwest Country Music Association (NW-CMA). The NW-CMA is having its annual awards show at the Bing Crosby Theater at 6 p.m. Sunday. Details can be found on …
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Proposed library policy removes intellectual freedom

After much back and forth during a nearly three-and-a-half hour special meeting peppered with point-of-order interruptions Thursday at the Post Falls Library, the Community Library Network’s board majority voted to approve a draft of an updated materials selection policy.
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To Maine from Idaho, with love

It's difficult to know what to say to those who have witnessed and survived tragedies such as the Oct. 25 mass shootings in Lewiston, Maine. For Two Bays Poetry Pen-Pals founder Lisa K. S. Simpson, it's not just about the message, but how it is shared and, most importantly, that …
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Prairie Avenue, roundabouts open

Traffic is once again moving on Prairie Avenue between State Highway 41 and North Meyer Road in Post Falls following a closure of nearly 20 weeks. That stretch of the popular arterial reopened Oct. 23 after the installation of roundabouts at Fennicus and Zorros roads, just east of Highway 41. …
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Library books policies to headline next CLN meeting

Policies for acquiring, deselecting and reconsidering library materials will be the main subjects of discussion when the Community Library Network's board of trustees holds a special meeting at 2 p.m. Thursday at the Post Falls Library.
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'Don't let fear win'

Just by chance, Kate Stevens discovered a small lump on her breast. And just like that, her life changed forever. "I was like, 'That will go away, it's nothing,'" Stevens, 34, of Coeur d'Alene, said Monday. She was only 33 when she noticed the small mass while taking a shower …
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ITD initiates Rathdrum Prairie transportation study

The future of the Rathdrum Prairie and how it will be traversed is the impetus for the Idaho Transportation Department to evaluate the region for viable mobility options and find solutions to the area's transportation needs.
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Party like it's 1773

Members of the Lt. George Farragut Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution are inviting community members to party like it's 1773. The DAR parade float commemorating the 250th anniversary of the Boston Tea Party will be on display in the Hayden Library from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. …
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Cousins among us

Distant cousins could be sitting right across from each other at a restaurant or walking by one another in the grocery store and they might never know they're related. Through genealogy and research, those distant cousins could go from perfect strangers to bonded family members who discover they share the …
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Fresh flowers, friendly faces

One gesture of kindness — one surprise bouquet of flowers, one simple rose — can change a person's whole day. When 1,412 dozen roses go out into the community, that's a whole lot of brightened days. “That’s what flowers do, right? They bring sunshine to any room,” Rotary Club of …
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Sew much fun

Through bird-nested bobbins and tangled threads, Sorensen students arrived competent and confident at the end of a two-week artist-in-residence program with cloth and fiber artist Katy Baker-Casile.
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FAST FIVE: Caitlin O'Brien blazes new paths for working moms

Meet Caitlin O'Brien, who grew up on the West Coast riding horses, playing soccer and fly fishing with her dad whenever possible. She attended Whitworth University, graduating with a bachelor's degree in psychology.
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Over-budget CLN board severs from ALA

Trustees of the Community Library Network voted Thursday to disaffiliate from the American Library Association in accordance with a resolution that was adopted and approved by the board majority Sept. 15.
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All about the kids

One provides fun and entertainment, the other provides safety and care. Together, Silverwood Theme Park and Children's Village make quite the kid-focused team. For at least 11 years, Silverwood has presented Children's Village with gifts of funds donated by passengers aboard the park's historical Steam Train No. 7, mostly when …
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School trustee's residency resolved

The Wednesday evening special meeting of the Coeur d’Alene School District's board of trustees to discuss the residency of Zone 1 Trustee Allie Anderton was canceled.
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School trustee's residency unclear

The residency of a Coeur d’Alene School District trustee has come into question and will be discussed at a special school board meeting tonight at 5:15.
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Spud buds

New varieties of potatoes are sprouting on local bookshelves. Spud buddies "Paisley the Potato" and "Masher the Potato" are just two of a range of friendly characters in a new children's books and goods launched by Rathdrum mom and grandmother Rhonda Newton in partnership with her daughter-in-law, Renee Newton of …
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FAST FIVE: Adrienne Morrow: Heart of a Lion

Meet Adrienne Morrow, current president of the Coeur d'Alene Lions Club. Adrienne became a Lion almost 20 years ago when she was invited to be a club member in Troy, Idaho. It was the perfect way for a newcomer to engage as part of the small-town community.
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Rare 'ring of fire' eclipse event Saturday

A rare "ring of fire" annular solar eclipse will form overhead Saturday morning. Although North Idaho isn't directly in the path of annularity, those who look to the skies with proper eclipse-viewing glasses should be in for a celestial treat.
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Press employee to the rescue

A Coeur d'Alene Press employee who was working a newspaper delivery route called 911 and stayed with a woman who had fallen in the wee morning hours of Friday, Oct. 6.
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Rare 'ring of fire' eclipse event Saturday

A rare "ring of fire" annular solar eclipse will form overhead Saturday morning. Although North Idaho isn't directly in the path of annularity, those who look to the skies with proper eclipse-viewing glasses should be in for a celestial treat.
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ABLE1 touches down at NIC

Shannon Snell and Olivia Clausen climbed inside the Kootenai County Regional Air Support Unit ABLE 1 helicopter Tuesday morning and scoped out the interior. "I could sit in here for a while," Snell said.
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Rooted in philanthropy

It was a bountiful year for the Coeur d'Alene Garden Club's Garden Tour. The sold-out event raised more than $20,000, making 2023 one of the most profitable in the event's 25 years. "It's made it possible for the Coeur d'Alene Garden Club to really be a major part in Coeur …
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Fire agencies expand facilities

Multiple fire agencies across Kootenai County are celebrating service, station and facility expansions as they work to keep up with the needs of North Idaho's expanding populace. It is also the National Fire Protection Association's Fire Prevention Week.
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FAST FIVE: Asa Gray: Elections, reflections, baby on the way

Meet Asa Gray, elections manager for Kootenai County. Asa has worked for the Kootenai County Elections Department for over five years and has been in the role of elections manager for the last two years. He and his lovely wife Brittany reside in Coeur d’Alene with their two dogs and …
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Pizza, processors, computers and coding

Computers are not smart. It's the coders and programmers running the systems who are the true brains behind the gadgets. This concept was demonstrated in a most delicious and gloppy way Wednesday as Mary Everett, a University of Idaho computer science doctorate student, acted as a pizza-making robot following instructions …
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Little dude steps up in big way

One local little dude has stepped up in a big way for a charitable event his mom helped create.
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PROST!

Chicken hats, chicken dances, feathered fedoras, cakewalks, accordion music and a colorful array of bubbly brews flowing from the taps.
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PF celebrates closure of another urban renewal district

Another urban renewal district has successfully closed in Post Falls. The Post Falls Urban Renewal Agency closed the East Post Falls Urban Renewal District, which opened in 2002 and spanned 469 acres around Highway 41 and Interstate 90.
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Library network to contract with ICRMP, Great American Insurance

During a third special meeting this week, Community Library Network trustees unanimously voted to contract with the Idaho Counties Risk Management Program and Great American Great American Insurance Group rather than letting the network's insurance lapse.
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FAST FIVE: Kary Maddox offers info, empathy in times of chaos

Meet Kary Maddox, who grew up in Saint Maries but quickly left to see the world. She’s a fire public information officer for the U.S Forest Service and also a mother, wife, proud veteran and dog lover.
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'There's a lot of risk'

The Community Library Network may not have liability insurance coverage as early as Sunday. Trustees considered their options during a meeting Wednesday, including the possibility of a 24-hour emergency notice to close all libraries in the district if insurance is not in place by the time the library network’s existing …
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Candidate forum: Part II

Eleven hopefuls for mayoral races and seats on local city councils and area school boards participated in an online town hall forum Tuesday evening.
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Golden opportunity

The grounds of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3603 in Post Falls have been spiffed up and a flag drop has been installed thanks to the work of a local Girl Scout and her recruits.
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Prescribed burns in Montana felt in North Idaho

The ash and wildfire smoke North Idaho experienced the past couple days is from prescribed burns in the Kootenai National Forest.
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Prescribed burns in Montana felt in North Idaho

The ash and wildfire smoke North Idaho experienced the past couple days is from prescribed burns in the Kootenai National Forest.
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Shared Harvest fall cleanup set for Sept. 30

The Shared Harvest Community Garden is hosting a fall cleanup from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 30. "It's a work party," Shared Harvest plot coordinator Mike Lee said Monday. "We want to clean up the garden, we want to focus on the lawn, have it aerated and put on …
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FAST FIVE: Heather McDaniel: ITD information officer, cake decorator extraordinaire

Meet Heather McDaniel, public information officer for the Idaho Transportation Department, District 1. Heather has been with ITD for just a few short weeks but comes from a long history in public service with the Spirit Lake Police Department and, most recently, the Idaho State Police.
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CLN: No Sunday closures

It's official: No libraries in the Community Library Network will close Sundays. "If the CLN board of trustees did in fact have a valid approval vote of closing on Sundays, it is now rescinded," Chair Rachelle Ottosen said Thursday morning in a motion during a regular meeting of the board …
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Feedback favorable for proposed PF traffic projects

Responses were overwhelmingly positive as the Post Falls Highway District gauged public opinion Wednesday about plans to widen Prairie Avenue from Meyer Road to Highway 41 and construct a roundabout at Meyer and Hayden Avenue.
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Concerns continue regarding rural school bus routes

Bus route issues continue to be felt in more rural areas of the Coeur d'Alene School District.
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Principles of True Charity

Through the rough patches in her life, North Idaho College student Daisy Bontrager has not looked for handouts. "My pride has kept me from asking for help," she said Tuesday morning. Then she went to an event where she was introduced to Maggie Lyons, the founder of Charity Reimagined, an …
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Timeline pushed back on PF housing project

A St. Vincent de Paul of North Idaho housing project that was expected to begin in Post Falls next spring has been pushed back to spring 2025.
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CLN accepts URD money, decreases base by same amount

Community Library Network trustees unanimously approved accepting $42,256.90 in urban renewal district funds during a special meeting Friday at the Post Falls Library. At the same meeting, the board majority — Chair Rachelle Ottoson, Vice Chair Tom Hanley and Tim Plass — diminished funding for the network by the same …
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FAST FIVE: Tiffinay Vargas: 'I want everyone to have the best life possible'

Meet Tiffinay Vargas, a true North Idahoan! Born at Kootenai Health and raised in Mullan, Tiffinay has never lived anywhere except Idaho. Wife of Manuel, mother of Nyah, Haggen, Sloan and Nika, daughter of Candie, Tiffinay enjoys nothing more than time with family and friends.
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Remembering a princess warrior

The community is invited to pay tribute Saturday to a young honorary member of the Idaho State Police, Jaicey Lupton, who died Sept. 1 in Seattle. A celebration of life will be at 1 p.m. at Real Life Ministries, 1860 N. Cecil Road, Post Falls. Jaicey was 8 years old. …
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Welcome to middle school

They've gone from being big fish in little ponds to little fish in big ponds. "My dad was telling me that’s how it was going to be," said Kellen Powell, a new sixth grader at Lakes Middle School. “I thought it was going to be really confusing going to each …
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Cd'A Schools '22-'23 budget on target

Actual finances came in at a variance of 1.38% from the projected budget for the Coeur d'Alene School District's 2022-2023 fiscal year. The district closed the books in August, with the exception of final property tax numbers and a couple areas that require more work from auditors. The district's fiscal …
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A game changer

Some of John Schreiber's fondest memories are from when he shoveled snow off McEuen Field in early spring so Coeur d'Alene High School's baseball season could start on time. “Back in those days, we really didn’t have much in the way of off-season training facilities," the 1986 Coeur d'Alene High …
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Searching for a cure

New treatments, innovative drugs and a wellspring of possibilities are on the horizon for people living with Parkinson's disease. Most importantly, there is hope. Representatives of the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research shared that message of hope with well over 230 people Thursday during a presentation at the …
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School attendance remains flat in Kootenai County

The Coeur d'Alene, Post Falls and Lakeland Joint school districts will not pursue emergency levies this school year. "We are not seeing tremendous growth over our numbers at the beginning of the year," Lakeland Superintendent Lisa Arnold told The Press via email Friday. "However, even if we had, I would …
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CLN to break from ALA, continues policy work

Community Library Network Director Alexa Eccles read an overview of censorship as provided by the Idaho Commission on Libraries as she and the board of trustees held a special meeting Friday morning. "Censorship is the suppression of ideas and information that certain persons, individuals, groups or government officials find objectionable …
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Celebrating the humanities

In the wake of the Dec. 7, 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor, young American men were called to action to enlist in the military to protect their country. Daniel James Brown, author of a true story of a rowing team that competed at the 1936 Berlin Olympics, "The Boys in …
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This car will help others go far

The much-loved 1995 Acura Integra that carried Paul and Tiffany Kugler's firstborn home from the hospital will go on to serve another local family.
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FAST FIVE: T.J. Ross tells the tales of wild Idaho

Meet T.J. Ross, the regional communications manager for Idaho Fish and Game in the Panhandle Region. T.J. has been with the department since 2012, and he thoroughly enjoys working for the people of Idaho; he is honored to live and work in such an incredible state. When asked what he …
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PF teachers to receive 3% raises

It took seven sessions and several months, but the Post Falls School District and the Post Falls Education Association have come to an agreement on teacher contracts for the 2023-2024 school year. Certified employees will receive a 3% pay raise and a $1,000 stipend in their November paychecks. Although they …
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Water woes in Harrison

Residents in Harrison are experiencing discoloration and air in their water, prompting city staff to conduct increased water testing. One resident has also reported a strong chlorine smell coming from the water.
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High school HVAC back on track

Heating, ventilation and air conditioning issues that have plagued Coeur d'Alene High School for a decade have been fixed.
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Crash for Cash: It's a smash

It was hard to tell which was louder: the roar of the crowd, the roar of the engines or the crunch of each smash as drivers crashed for cash. "Just crash,” Scott Main of St. Maries said Saturday, explaining the allure of a demolition derby.
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Helping students succeed now and in the future

It is no longer enough for a student to simply graduate from high school, according to author, presenter and professional learning communities practitioner Mike Mattos. "That diploma has to represent more than time served, credits earned, points acquired," Mike Mattos said Tuesday morning. "It's got to represent the skills and …
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FAST FIVE: Back to school with Stefany Bales

Meet Stefany Bales, born and raised across the glorious Rocky Mountain West. Stefany has a Bachelor of Arts in English literature from Elmira College in New York and a Master of Science in a mash-up of cool communications and policy stuff from the University of Idaho - go Vandals!
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Museum mold mitigation continues

Work is continuing at the Post Falls Museum, where crews are mitigating a mold outbreak that was discovered in the basement this spring. "It's always been damp down there because of the way the foundation was built and the way the water line was put into the foundation, the old …
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Daniel James Brown to keynote humanities dinner Sept. 8

The true stories and real people Daniel James Brown encounters in his life often help point him in the direction of his next literary undertaking. Brown met Tom Ikeda at an awards ceremony where Ikeda captured Brown's curiosity when he spoke of his documentation of hundreds of oral histories of …
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Cd'A Schools hits brakes on bus route changes

The Coeur d'Alene School District has issued an apology to families after sending a communication Friday with information detailing abrupt changes to bus routes that would have disrupted transportation for several students.
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Historic Pleasantview School trashed during break-in

A historic schoolhouse in Post Falls was trashed during a break-in discovered Aug. 16.
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Shelter dog making progress

Slowly but surely, George the dog is making progress. The Akita-shepherd mix at Companions Animal Center has shown improvements since he was captured and brought to the shelter about a month ago.
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Daughter, dad with Parkinson's enjoy reptile adventure

Many fathers share special, unbreakable bonds with their daughters. Sometimes, those bonds include hobbies and pastimes only they understand, like Dennis and Aylis Manley's love of snakes and other reptiles. "We started watching Snake Discovery on YouTube about five years ago," Dennis Manley, of Post Falls, told The Press via …
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Make-A-Wish Idaho celebrates new local space

A wish has been granted for a nonprofit that is in the business of making dreams come true. Make-A-Wish Idaho now has a North Idaho office at 362 N. Herborn Place in Post Falls. It is the third site in the state, with others in Boise and Pocatello.
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FAST FIVE: Reclaim your life with Dr. Heidi Walrath

Meet Dr. Heidi Walrath, an internationally known master energy worker, psychokinetic Inbodiment healer, motivational speaker, energy-based chiropractor and transformational coach.
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Where reading magic happens

The excitement was palpable as parents escorted their little ones to see the unveiling of a new addition in the Coeur d'Alene Public Library. In the center of the children's library stood a wooden structure, wrapped with a bow and engraved with the words, "Kids who read succeed." The new …
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Air buds

Two local graduates who have followed similar paths through Civil Air Patrol to the Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs shared a special moment on Acceptance Day.
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Field of dreams now a reality

The dream has become reality. The first game was played Tuesday evening on the new Viking Field at Coeur d'Alene High School, commenced with a special soccer ball rollout by Coeur d'Alene Tribal Vice Chairman Hemene James and incoming CHS junior Chief Allan, a varsity soccer player and son of …
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Post Falls approves $148.4 million budget

The city of Post Falls has approved its budget for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. Post Falls City Council members unanimously voted in favor of the $148,435,141 budget during a regular meeting Tuesday evening. This is about $4.8 million less than the previous fiscal year's $153,193,332 budget and nearly $49 million …
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Ridge Creek Fire: 15% contained

The Ridge Creek Fire is now 15% contained. The Eastern Area Incident Management Team and U.S. Forest Service reported Tuesday the human-caused wildfire burning 3.5 miles east of the north end of Hayden Lake along Hayden Creek Road has engulfed 2,781 acres. The fire, which started Aug. 3, is being …
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Fire burns 60 acres near Silverwood

A fire that burned 60 acres and required evacuations of Athol residents Tuesday is now under control after coordinated efforts by multiple agencies. "It’s completely contained," Timberlake Fire Protection District Fire Chief Brandon Hermenet told The Press late Tuesday evening. "The only structures lost were an RV and an outbuilding. …
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Hope for George

A dog that evaded animal control officers for four years has finally been caught, but not before capturing several hearts along the way.
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Community to library network: Take the tax increase

Accepting a tax increase and future impacts of not doing so were major concerns voiced by community members Thursday evening during the Community Library Network’s budget hearing at the Post Falls Library. Nearly all of the 16 people who spoke during the hearing expressed they are in favor of the …
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FAST FIVE Paula Schloesser cooks with joy at the Post Falls American Legion

Meet Paula Schloesser, a staple of the Post Falls American Legion's volunteer kitchen crew. Paula was born in Spokane many years ago. She has lived in Post Falls for 15 years. She retired in February 2019. Paula has two daughters and four grandchildren.
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Another record year for Idaho tourism

From showcasing area waterfalls and native mushrooms to invitations for rock climbing and snowshoeing adventures, area travel and tourism promotors have once again been rewarded for their work drawing visitors to North Idaho. The Idaho Travel Council announced Wednesday it granted nearly $2 million to tourism nonprofits in North Idaho …
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I know you are, but what am I? Already missing Pee-wee

Every winter or late fall, when I peek out my window and see the first snows blanketing North Idaho, I call my mom to announce: “It’s snowing, Pee-wee!” If she sees the snow first, she calls or texts me the Pee-wee line. We’ve done this for years, a throwback to …
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Commissioners declare emergency for Parkway Fire

The Kootenai County Board of Commissioners has declared a state of emergency in the wake of the Parkway Fire. Commissioners unanimously approved the emergency declaration during a brief meeting Thursday.
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A little break in the weather

The rain was welcome Wednesday while North Idaho received a little break from sweltering summer heat as temperatures hovered in the near-chilly 70s.
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Interact Club calls for members

For young people who want to make new friends, discover their purpose and make a difference in their communities, Interact Club of Coeur d'Alene is ready to help them accomplish those goals.
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Ridge Creek Fire still 0% contained

The Ridge Creek Fire on the northern tip of Hayden Lake remains 0% contained and has grown to an estimated size of between 1,200 and 1,500 acres.
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Another record year for Idaho tourism

From showcasing area waterfalls and native mushrooms to invitations for rock climbing and snowshoeing adventures, area travel and tourism promotors have once again been rewarded for their work drawing visitors to North Idaho. The Idaho Travel Council announced Wednesday it granted nearly $2 million to tourism nonprofits in North Idaho …
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Ridge Creek Fire continues to burn

Residents on the north and east sides of Hayden Lake were bracing for possible evacuation Friday as the Ridge Creek Fire continued to burn in heavy timber 3.5 miles east of the north tip of the lake along Hayden Creek Road in the Ridge Creek drainage.
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FAST FIVE: Martha 'Marty' McCain: Growing up Art on the Green

Meet Martha "Marty" McCain, retired office manager, pre-school teacher, nurse and eternal volunteer at Art on the Green. Her parents, Jack and Liz Steve, were Co-founders of this amazing festival 55 years ago, bringing the arts to the forefront of our beautiful, diverse community. Along with art those many years …
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Michael J. Fox Foundation reps to speak in Post Falls

About eight years ago, Rick Howell was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, a brain disorder that causes shaking, uncontrollable movement, loss of balance and other physical symptoms. Not long after the diagnosis, Rick and his wife Barb Howell visited New York City, where they attended a Michael J. Fox Foundation event.
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Coming in HOT

The RPMs and energy were high Friday morning as drivers prepared for day one of the Idaho 200 at Stateline Speedway in Post Falls.
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Locals come to aid of girl who severed finger

Three local young people jumped to action when a girl was seriously injured Friday, July 21 while playing with friends on the docks near Tubbs Hill.
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FAST FIVE Joanne Braun's world of gardens, cycles and smiles

Meet Joanne Braun, a cycling enthusiast, avid gardener and a believer in the power of community.
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Reading: It's a splash

A throng of children chanted: "Water! Water! Water!" After a quick countdown, Coeur d'Alene Fire Capt. Nate Hyder unleashed 500 gallons of water on dozens of elementary and middle school kids who cheered, squealed, danced and pranced about beneath the cooling shower from the fire engine. "We love it," Hyder …
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Art on the Green returns next weekend

It's nearly time for Coeur d'Alene's largest arts celebration — Art on the Green. The festival, in its 55th year, will take over the North Idaho College campus Aug. 4, 5 and 6.
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No tax increase for library network

The Community Library Network budget was finalized Tuesday by trustees.
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Cd'A Charter grad earns Air Force accolades

A 2015 Coeur d'Alene Charter Academy graduate and Air Force technical sergeant for her unwavering dedication and service.
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Rest in pieces, rock

Just about every day, on the drive in and out of town, Bruce Kauffman remembers seeing a large boulder in a stand of trees on the northwest side of the Interstate 90 and Highway 41 interchange in Post Falls. "It just seemed like an unusual object," Kauffman said Friday. "Why …
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‘Please don’t bleed our libraries dry’

Community Library Network trustees heard from about a dozen community members during their regular meeting Thursday, which followed a series of special meetings during which no public comment was permitted.
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Kootenai County grads earn Merit Scholarships

Three 2023 high school graduates from Kootenai County are Merit Scholarship winners. North Idaho STEM Charter Academy grad Skyla Taylor and Coeur d'Alene Charter Academy grads Madison Craigie and Lauren Holecek are among 7,140 National Merit Scholars selected from 153 colleges and universities in 42 states and Washington, D.C.
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Library budget talks continue

The Community Library Network's general fund expenditures for fiscal year 2022 were $4.967 million. The average daily expense for the network is $13,610, based on the 2022 numbers.
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Oh, how their garden grows

A honeybee landed in a magenta cosmo in the late Tuesday morning sunlight and busily went about its pollen-collecting bee business. Activity buzzed around the bees, hummingbirds and other critters in the Shared Harvest Community Garden at 1009 E. Foster Ave. in Coeur d'Alene as volunteers and gardeners plucked new …
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Library Network hires two attorneys, fires one

The Community Library Network hired two attorneys and fired one all in one day.
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Library programs on budget chopping block

The purpose of the Community Library Network and libraries in general was questioned a few times Monday afternoon as trustees continued to hash out the details of fiscal year 2024's budget.
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When duty calls

Early in his career as an officer with the Los Angeles Police Department, John Preston was shot in the line of duty. It happened in the early 1970s, when he was working a mid-watch uniform patrol at 2:30 a.m.
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Library Network hires two attorneys, fires one

The Community Library Network hired two attorneys and fired one all in one day.
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FAST FIVE Sydney Stinson: A heart for nature, a mind for business

Meet Sydney Stinson, who began her career in manufacturing 10 years ago. She studied business administration at Washington State University and started working as an administrative assistant for her family's CNC machine shop, Accurate CNC Services at 2321 W. Dakota Ave., Hayden.
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Developments move ahead in Post Falls

The Post Falls Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously approved requested changes to the Montrose Planned Unit Development and approved a proposed subdivision Tuesday during a public hearing.
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'The largest gift basket I have ever won'

Jamie Morgan has won a few prizes in her life, perhaps a gift basket here or there. “I win like small stuff, like when you put your card in at events,” she said Wednesday evening. She can now add something much larger to her prize-winning portfolio — a $590,000 home, …
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Man dies in I-90 crash

Idaho State Police are investigating a serious crash that occurred today on Interstate 90 when a vehicle drove off the freeway in Post Falls and collided with the Idaho Street bridge.
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AP AWESOMENESS

Several students in the Coeur d’Alene School District have earned big time bragging rights for their Advanced Placement accomplishments.
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Too close for comfort

The Monday afternoon thunderstorms that rolled through the Inland Northwest gave at least one Post Falls resident quite the shock.
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River City Market and Music returns tonight

Back for its third year, the Post Falls Chamber of Commerce's River City Market and Music events will again liven up Wednesday evenings tonight through Aug. 16.
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FAST FIVE Fostering civic pride with Jim Koester

Meet Jim Koester, P1FCU Business Services Relationship Officer and Manager of the Post Falls Lending Center.
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Maximizing property for more housing

A plan to revitalize a Post Falls parcel owned by St. Vincent de Paul of North Idaho will be presented Tuesday evening for approval from the Post Falls City Council.
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Woodcarving wiz

Some people have a gift for woodcarving. One tour through Cy Franks' house is all the proof you need: He definitely has it. "You either got it or you haven't," Franks said Thursday.
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FAST FIVE Connie McGee: Proud to be an American

Meet fourth generation Idaho native and retired educator Connie McGee, who grew up in Coeur d'Alene and continues to give back to the community that raised her.
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Cd'A Schools adopts $131 million budget

A $131 million budget has been adopted by the Coeur d'Alene School District for the 2023-2024 school year. The school board unanimously voted on the budget Monday during a budget adoption meeting and workshop. This budget entails $98 million for the general fund and $33 million for all other funds.
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Girls on fire

A storm that rolled through North Idaho in early June kept first responders busy. East Side Fire District Deputy Chief Charlotte Pegoraro had several calls happening at once while she managed how many firefighters were on what call, what fire engines were where and what personnel was available. “Managing a …
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Library network to retain Boyles Law Firm

Community Library Network trustees voted 2-1 Thursday to retain the Boyles Law Firm as the network's legal counsel.
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A little gift in full bloom

Don’t just expect the unexpected — embrace it. Coeur d’Alene resident Helena Stokey, 86, has been pleasantly surprised by the appearance of vibrant, tangerine-colored roses that have emerged among her walkway arrangements of red, white, pink, and otherwise not orange, roses.
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Harrison receives $771K drinking water construction loan

The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality announced Wednesday it has awarded the city of Harrison a $771,262 low-interest drinking water construction loan. The funding will be used to investigate and develop the Stonegate well, undergo leak detection, make necessary reservoir repairs and replace meters.
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Making contact

POST FALLS — About a half-dozen people gathered around a central pole attached to a massive oval of wires and cables. Using more wires connected to the pole, they worked together Friday morning at Frank Krug's Post Falls property to raise one of several massive antennas to be used during …
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FAST FIVE HVAC questions? Ask Arrty!

Meet Arrty Rude, a North Idaho native who is the lead heating, ventilation and air conditioning instructor at the North Idaho College Workforce Training Center.
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Library network to retain Boyles Law Firm

Community Library Network trustees voted 2-1 Thursday to retain the Boyles Law Firm as the network's legal counsel.
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First time's the charm

Five recent high school graduates were on pins and needles Thursday as they lined up to receive their key fobs at Knudtsen Chevrolet in Post Falls. "I'm jittery," Lakeland High School grad Eric Briske said. "I'm a little nervous," Lake City High grad Taylah Chapman said. "I feel like I'm …
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They found their footing

The Fit and Fall Proof program in Post Falls has found a place to land.
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Community Library Network seeks new legal counsel

The Community Library Network is seeking a new attorney. A sparse meeting agenda prompted the former chair of the Community Library Network board to question why a special meeting was held Tuesday at the Rathdrum Library. "I thought it was supposed to be a budget discussion, but I don’t really …
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Back in the saddle

The thought of never again riding a motorcycle was painful for Rathdrum resident Lee Gibson. “It felt like having a major part of me amputated, a very important part," he said Monday, standing among the bikes in his garage.
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Hanging up the fire helmet

Did Northern Lakes Fire Protection District Training Division Chief Mike Mather make a difference in his nearly three decades as a firefighter? "Hell yes, you did," Northern Lakes Chief Pat Riley said to Mather, who retired Friday.
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Urban renewal district a success

What was once empty fields is becoming a bustling economic district on the west side of Post Falls.
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FAST FIVE Transform into a healthier you with Tyler Sager

Meet Tyler Sager, a National Academy of Sports Medicine-certified trainer at Peak Health and Wellness in Hayden.
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A dose of reality

Just 10 years ago, hardly anyone knew how to pronounce "naloxone." When journalist Sam Quinones turned in his manuscript for his book "Dreamland: The True Tale of America’s Opiate Epidemic," there were only three lawsuits against drug companies. He believed no one would read the book because no one wanted …
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PF Fit and Fall Proof in need of new home

The days of Fit and Fall Proof at the Post Falls Senior Center are numbered. The exercise program will be displaced after June 26 as the building at 1215 E. Third Ave. undergoes renovations. It is being remodeled to house the senior center as well as the Post Falls Food …
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On the road again

A blown car engine made life tricky for a young couple going to college and working to give their baby boy a good life. "The motor blew up and we could not afford to fix it," Chloe Burch of Rathdrum said Wednesday.
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Straight shooters

The Kootenai Warriors Trap Team is right on target. Young shooters from the Kootenai Joint School District in Harrison are celebrating their second consecutive state title win at the Idaho Clay Target State Tournament.
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A bench of gratitude

Someone special needed to sit in the brand new bench in front of the Post Falls Veterans Home, so resident Bob Doyle stepped right up for a good news photo opportunity. The bench was donated by the River City Branch Lions Club, officers of which visited the veterans home to …
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Keeping public comment on topic

During a meeting when public comment policy was on the agenda Monday evening, not one community member signed up to speak.
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The joy of her life

Erma Straw has made countless little friends and lifelong connections in her nearly 30 years as a preschool teacher.
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FAST FIVE Jan Clizer's world of color, culture, creativity

Meet Jan Clizer, an accomplished fine art painter and fiddler in two local bands: 4 Peace, Americana; and Banna Damhsa, Celtic. A longtime local, Jan’s deep lifelong interest in Celtic culture has found expression through her paintings and music.
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Many oppose traffic management center plan

POST FALLS — Plans for a potential regional traffic management center were at the core of a raucous Thursday meeting of the Kootenai Metropolitan Planning Organization. The board of KMPO, the federally required and designated Metropolitan Planning Organization for all of Kootenai County, voted 6-3 to accept a report detailing …
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Idaho aids Texas in fight against fentanyl

Two states known for their fierce independence are among those coming together to fight a common enemy — fentanyl.
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Idaho aids Texas in fight against fentanyl

Two states known for their fierce independence are among those coming together to fight a common enemy — fentanyl.
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Bright futures ahead

The world is their oyster. A lively crew of eight young adults were celebrated Wednesday as the 13th graduating class of Project SEARCH.
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Honoring our atomic veterans

"That's why I got cancer," Noelan “Mac” McCormack said as he set a copy of Leatherneck magazine on his kitchen table. A mushroom cloud rose into the air in the black and white photograph on the page, an image from Operation Tumbler–Snapper, where a teenage McCormack and his fellow Marines …
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Idaho aids Texas in fight against fentanyl

Two states known for their fierce independence are among those coming together to fight a common enemy — fentanyl.
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History at play

The smile on Kaeleb Giovanelli's face was as bright as his red shirt as he went for a leisurely ride on the back of Red, an American quarter horse, led by volunteer Gracie Mobbs. It was his first time riding a horse. "It was amazing! It was fun!" the enthusiastic …
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FAST FIVE Rebecca Fowler: Leader of the pack

Meet Rebecca Fowler, a Post Falls resident and animal lover. She is trustworthy and dependable, with a fun-loving spirt. Improving the happiness of pets lives is what led her to start Fowler Farms Animal Care. She strives to make sure the pet parents are happy knowing their "kids" are safe, …
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Still time to share Chapin Building memories

From a pharmacy and a drugstore to a laundromat, a police station and now the home of the Post Falls Museum and Historical Society, the Chapin Building has played several roles in the history of the River City. The memories and stories of this storied space are still needed as …
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Pups turned mental health pros

A pilot program that began with one pup has grown to a pack of four professional facility dogs trained to elevate educational environments and enhance mental health in the Coeur d'Alene School District.
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PF P&Z approves upcoming projects

The construction of a food service building for the Post Falls School District and two separate subdivisions were unanimously approved Tuesday night by the Post Falls Planning and Zoning Commission.
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Teacher contract settled in Cd’A

The contract terms for teachers working in the Coeur d’Alene School District were unanimously approved Tuesday by the district’s board of trustees.
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Service and sacrifice

POST FALLS — The Green Beret son of John and Lorie Goldsmith died saving the lives of three other people.
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From Cd'A to Princeton to Japan

A 2021 Coeur d'Alene Charter Academy valedictorian is taking his linguistic prowess overseas.
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The brew from the top

Former firefighter paramedic Kevan McCrummen appreciates the view at the top. A good beer just makes it that much better. Vantage Point Brewing Company at 208 E. Coeur d'Alene Lake Drive just celebrated its third month of being open. Its red and black theme and fire lookout tower logo complement …
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Stars and pies in their eyes

River City Middle School students raised $2,344 for Make-A-Wish Idaho, and they tasted sweet victory when they tossed pies into the faces of their school resource officer and safety dean as a reward for achieving their goals.
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Investigation finds no credible threat

Social media posts threatening there would be a shooting Wednesday at Lake City High School had police and the Coeur d’Alene School District on alert throughout the day, while law enforcement personnel investigated the situation.
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Investigation finds no credible threat

Social media posts threatening there would be a shooting Wednesday at Lake City High School had police and the Coeur d’Alene School District on alert throughout the day, while law enforcement personnel investigated the situation.
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Enough to feed an army

A smile spread across Mike Stewart's face as he carefully sliced into a cardboard box containing small cartons of shelf-stable milk. "I can't tell you what this means to us," said Stewart, who serves as the pantry manager for Newby-ginnings of North Idaho. "All we need now is a bigger …
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Moving forward in Cd'A School District

The day after voters passed the Coeur d'Alene School District's supplemental levy, school board trustees unanimously voted to rescind a financial emergency declaration.
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Phelps: ‘If you’re struggling, voice it’

For years, Michael Phelps didn’t recognize himself. "For a long time I looked in the mirror and saw a swimmer, not a human," Phelps said Monday. About 2004 is when he began experiencing an emotional roller coaster of depression.
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Young eagle at home at Fernan Lake

A juvenile bald eagle on the west side of Fernan Lake was photographed Tuesday by a Coeur d'Alene resident who captured some avian excitement.
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Comment deadline for upcoming PF projects is Tuesday

The deadline to submit public comment on two upcoming projects in Post Falls is Tuesday.
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One Small Step brings people together

It starts with a conversation. Although some people may be worlds apart, they’d be surprised to know just how incredibly alike they truly are.
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Farmtastic fun!

More than 1,750 area students and teachers from the Coeur d'Alene, Post Falls and Lakeland Joint school districts and the Coeur d'Alene Tribal School have been learning all about how soil, water, agriculture, insects and animals contribute to human nutrition and wellbeing during the three-day 2023 Farm to Table event …
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School levies pass

School levies were approved at the polls Tuesday by voters in the Coeur d'Alene and Lakeland Joint school districts.
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Rides for a Reason

The name says it all: Rides for a Reason. This is the official name of a new program, formed in conjunction with Charity Reimagined, that provides Kootenai Technical Education Campus students with hands-on experience while helping people in the community who need a little help securing reliable transportation so they …
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Little miracle

Ashlee Aurora has been a mom for more than 12 years. However, it wasn't until April 24 that she gave birth to her first child. "This is a new stage for us," Aurora, 33, said Thursday, her new son Waylon in her arms.
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Post Falls High senior a DECA dynamo

In 20 years, Post Falls High School has had the privilege of being the home school to four students who extraordinarily excelled at DECA’s International Career Development Conference.
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Little miracle

Ashlee Aurora has been a mom for more than 12 years. However, it wasn't until April 24 that she gave birth to her first child. "This is a new stage for us," Aurora, 33, said Thursday, her new son Waylon in her arms.
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Caps, gowns, no frowns

Grit. Reflection. Kindness. North Idaho College business management and entrepreneurship assistant professor and 2023 commencement speaker Dean Miles urged graduates to remember these cornerstones to be successful as they go out into the world. "Having grit suggests that you have perseverance and passion and will work hard to achieve a …
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Into the woods

Future foresters, firefighters, engineers and more took to the woods Thursday to explore silviculture and expand their knowledge of all things arboreous. Using Farragut State Park as their classroom, nearly 350 students from across the Gem State participated in the 40th Annual Idaho State Forestry Contest.
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Fledgling foresters head into the woods

Future foresters, firefighters, engineers and more took to the woods Thursday to explore silviculture and expand their knowledge of all things arboreous. Using Farragut State Park as their classroom, nearly 350 students from across the Gem State participated in the 40th Annual Idaho State Forestry Contest.
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FAST FIVE Andy Jockheck: Passionate about positive impact

Meet Andy Jockheck, the vice president/branch manager of Umpqua Bank in Post Falls. Andy has been serving in the banking industry for over 30 years. With a deep understanding of his clients' needs, he strives to make their dreams a reality. Beside his commitment to his clients, he is passionate …
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Fernan receives official STEM recognition

It's official — Fernan STEM Academy is STEM certified.
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Treaty Rock teacher earns double honors

Idaho's teacher of the year continues to receive accolades for her contribution to her community and her profession.
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Barbs traded over books, budgets, more

Does banning books protect freedom? That was one of the questions asked of Community Library Network trustee candidates who participated Saturday in a town hall hosted by the League of Women Voters of Kootenai County at the American Legion Post 143 in Post Falls.
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Tracking railway safety

Numerous pieces are set into motion when a railway disaster strikes. “There is a lot going on on a large-scale event,” Northern Lakes Fire Protection District Training Chief Mike Mather said.
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FAST FIVE Turn ideas into reality with Gizmo's Erin Lanigan

Meet Erin Lanigan, the executive director of Gizmo-CdA. As a professional, she has built multiple careers for herself, each building on the prior — as a teacher, administrator, business owner and consultant. Her business and leadership experience, combined with a passion for empowering, continues the founders' dreams and Gizmo’s presence …
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Olympic gold medalist Phelps to speak in Cd'A

Thanks to the work of local students, decorated Olympic gold medal-winning swimmer Michael Phelps will come to Coeur d'Alene to speak about mental health.
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Risch: Title 42 expiration will open immigration floodgates

As one of several lawmakers who just introduced legislation to stop the smuggling of fentanyl into the United States, U.S. Sen. Jim Risch is firm in his stance on immigration and enforcement at the southern border.
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Slow moving, but fast growing

Post Falls Park Pond is closed until further notice because of an infestation of Chinese mystery snails along the bank and bed of the pond.
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EDITING School boards tackle gender, bathroom policies

The boards of two of North Idaho’s largest school districts at their regular meetings Monday tackled policies regarding gender issues.
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Risch: Title 42 expiration will open immigration floodgates

As one of several lawmakers who just introduced legislation to stop the smuggling of fentanyl into the United States, U.S. Sen. Jim Risch is firm in his stance on immigration and enforcement at the southern border.
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Risch: Title 42 expiration will open immigration floodgates

As one of several lawmakers who just introduced legislation to stop the smuggling of fentanyl into the United States, U.S. Sen. Jim Risch is firm in his stance on immigration and enforcement at the southern border.
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Make your mark in McEuen Park

Graduates of the Classes of 1961 and 1965 have made their mark on McEuen Park, and now they are challenging other Vikings and Timberwolves to do the same.
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FAST FIVE Katie Hron: Forever grateful for her fire family

Meet Katie Hron, a freelance deposition court reporter who volunteers as a firefighter with Hauser Lake Fire Protection District. Katie grew up in a family of firefighters, dating back several generations.
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Land exchange could preserve more prairie land

A potential land exchange contingent on a large, three-part annexation and zoning changes could preserve more prairie land and save it from development.
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CHS alum to speak at Linfield University commencement

It doesn't require someone to be versed in brain surgery to know North Idaho is proud of its graduates who go on to contribute their talents to the world. In this case, Dr. Seth Oliveria, who is quite versed in neurosurgery, has made his hometown as well as his family …
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Kindness Crates continue to spread hope, positivity

Even small acts of kindness make big differences. This is the tagline of Kindness Crates, a program 2021 Coeur d'Alene High School graduate Adrienne Roads created for her senior capstone project. "They're called 'Kindness Crates' because every one that they get, there's a challenge inside to do something kind for …
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Rake N' Run spring cleaning fun

Lawn mowers roared, rakes scraped across the grass and smiles were worn by volunteers and recipients of Rake N' Run services Tuesday morning.
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Cd'A School District declares financial emergency

A financial emergency was formally declared by the Coeur d’Alene School District. Trustees voted 3-2 during a special meeting Friday to move ahead with the declaration. Chair Rebecca Smith, who attended via phone, Vice Chair Casey Morrisroe and Trustee Heather Tenbrink voted in favor. Trustee Allie Anderton, who also attended …
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United States of 'Frozen'

The Coeur d'Alene High School Theatre Department has warmed and charmed its way to becoming the first Idaho high school theater program to present Disney's "Frozen: The Broadway Musical."
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Burning down the house

Blackened glass burst forth from a picture frame window as smoke rapidly billowed from the roof and fire began to devour everything in its path. The abandoned house at Pleasant View Road and Highway 53 just east of Hauser Lake Road would have been demolished to make way for the …
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Cd'A School District declares financial emergency

A financial emergency was formally declared by the Coeur d’Alene School District. Trustees voted 3-2 during a special meeting Friday to move ahead with the declaration. Chair Rebecca Smith, who attended via phone, Vice Chair Casey Morrisroe and Trustee Heather Tenbrink voted in favor. Trustee Allie Anderton, who also attended …
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FAST FIVE Barb Crumpacker: Friend of Tubbs Hill

Meet Barb Crumpacker, a longtime Coeur d'Alene resident and secretary of the Tubbs Hill Foundation Board.
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Small cities, big entrepreneurial success

The River and Lake cities are making a splash in the world of commercial ventures.
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Lakeland, NI STEM Charter juniors to participate in Boys State

Through the combined efforts of the Rathdrum American Legion Post 154, Lakeland High School Booster Club and Post Falls and Hayden Lake Eagles, 11 Lakeland-area young men will attend the American Legion Boys State program June 18-23 in Boise.
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Community weighs in on levy solutions

The Coeur d'Alene School Board held a special listening session Tuesday to hear possible solutions from community members as it prepares to declare a financial emergency, per Idaho Code, in light of the March 14 supplemental levy failure.
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Little discusses legislative session

Overall, Gov. Brad Little said he was happy with how the 2023 Legislative session transpired, despite inevitable discomforts. "It was even a little more painful this year because a lot of the big bills, they waited until the very end," he said Monday during a visit to the Coeur d'Alene …
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Little discusses legislative session

Overall, Gov. Brad Little said he was happy with how the 2023 Legislative session transpired, despite inevitable discomforts. "It was even a little more painful this year because a lot of the big bills, they waited until the very end," he said Monday during a visit to the Coeur d'Alene …
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'Living in two worlds'

The loss of the Coeur d'Alene School District's March levies heavily weighed on the minds of those who are tasked with looking at future endeavors during a Monday meeting of the district's long-range planning committee.
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Rad grads: Sober graduation parties a North Idaho tradition

One of the most important academic events and rites of passage for American teenagers is followed by an evening they'll never forget — graduation night.
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Cd'A schools seeking comment on financial emergency

The impending financial crisis the Coeur d'Alene School District will face if the upcoming $25 million-per-year, two-year supplemental levy fails will be the main subject Tuesday at a special meeting of the school board.
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'A coordinated attack on our libraries’

The misinformation, harassment and negativity surrounding libraries and their collections are not unique to Kootenai County or Idaho.
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Lake Cd'A: 'The heart of our people'

One reason Lake Coeur d'Alene has no salmon is because of Coyote. According to Coeur d'Alene lore, long ago, a Columbia River dam prevented salmon from swimming to Spokane and Coeur d'Alene country. "There were three women who lived at that dam, and they kept all the salmon for themselves," …
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New car, fresh start

With happy honks and a wave, Natausha Green and her baby daughter Meadow drove away from Kootenai Technical Education Campus. In a new car. To a new life. "This is my fresh start," Green said Wednesday, tears on her cheeks. "It truly means the world to me."
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Safety Net to host 'Short Term 12' showing Sunday

To help people understand the difficult journeys many foster children experience, Safety Net Inland Northwest will present the film "Short Term 12" at 2 p.m. Sunday at Regal Riverstone, 2416 N. Old Mill Loop, Coeur d'Alene.
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Post Falls schools to move to four-day week

Students in the Post Falls School District will go to school four days a week rather than the traditional five starting this fall.
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Cd'A trustees approve draft bathroom policy

A draft policy regarding school restroom and changing facility access and overnight lodging will soon go out for public comment in the Coeur d'Alene School District.
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Retired principal to community: ‘How can we make it better?’

Student, parent, teacher and principal voices had the floor for most of the public comment window of Monday evening’s packed Coeur d’Alene School Board meeting.
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St. George's Parish to expand

A longtime North Idaho Catholic church that serves 400 families just launched a capital campaign to roughly double in size to accommodate its growing congregation.
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A new DAR chapter for Kootenai County

A nonprofit that promotes patriotism and preserves American history has added a new chapter to its storied legacy. Members of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) on Feb. 5 created the new Pleasantview Chapter in Post Falls with 15 organizing members.
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FAST FIVE Crystal Clear masterpieces with Ashley Browning

Meet Ashley Browning, because it's important to get to know your photographer. Ashley is a mom of five humans, married to one and she is a plant mom to over 300 variations of plants.
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Silverwood donates $10K to 3Cs ahead of fashion show

One big check, two community giants. Silverwood Theme Park donated $10,000 to Cancer and Community Charities (3Cs) ahead of the 3Cs' largest benefit event, the annual fashion show and dinner.
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PF crosswalk lights dedicated to late county assessor

Rich Houser was known to light up a room. Now, a rapid flashing crosswalk Post Falls Rotary has dedicated to his memory will light up a street to keep students and pedestrians safe.
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PF Boys & Girls Club expanding

The Boys & Girls Club Jordan Johnson Clubhouse in Post Falls is growing up. A $1.7 million campaign is underway to expand the presently 10,000-square-foot club to give the decade-old building an upgrade and provide more space for more members.
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Art by students, for students

Music, masterpieces, art and altruism will be on full display Wednesday through Friday during "The Exhibit — A Student-led Art Show."
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FAST FIVE: Greg Lee: An adventurous spirit, a heart for kids

Meet Greg Lee, who has lived in Coeur d'Alene for the last 23 years and loves his community.
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PF dad is Young Marines Adult Volunteer of the Year

A 1992 Post Falls High School graduate and former U.S. Army Airborne cook has been named the Young Marines Adult Volunteer of the Year for Division 6.
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Housing strategies, solutions

Solving the housing crisis in North Idaho is not an unattainable goal. It may be a "BHAG" — a "big hairy audacious goal" — but those who are working to accomplish this feat realize it will take collaboration, communication and innovative ways of doing things to arrive at outcomes desirable …
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Eat, drink, be merry during Care Affair

It's just about time to once again eat, drink and be merry while supporting neighbors in need.
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Civil Air Patrol welcomes new commander

A cadet who joined the Civil Air Patrol Coeur d'Alene Composite Squadron in 1985 is now taking the next generation of cadets under his wing.
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'Art Uplifts'

From the colorful and abstract to realistic, ceramic and even cephalopodic, a world of art is on display at the Jacklin Arts and Cultural Center in Post Falls.
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Preparing for the worst

Officials at the Coeur d'Alene School District are in the process of crafting two plans for the future.
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Post Falls City Hall to undergo remodel

Remodel work at Post Falls City Hall is expected to take place this summer and fall.
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Levy failure prompts student walkout

Students marched with signs in their hands and fires in their hearts as they staged a walkout and rally Friday afternoon on the field behind the school. Through biting wind and light snow, they made their voices heard. They walked out at 2:05 p.m. — 25 minutes before the school …
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Hail to 'the Bieb'

Qualities that make a teacher extraordinary — kindness, wisdom, humor, guidance, encouragement, love — have been demonstrated by Eileen Bieber for the past 50 years.
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A look down the trades and career tech path

Unless a zombie apocalypse happens, people will always need computers. And they're always going to need people to fix them. “This is a great career to get into as far as job security," Jason Green, cybersecurity instructor for Kootenai Technical Education Campus, said Thursday to visiting eighth graders from Woodland …
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Confederate flag pulled from American Legion display

Post Falls American Legion Post 143 removed a Confederate flag from its display of historical American battle flags in response to outcry on social media.
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Bright futures ahead

Future fire marshals, photographers, forensic scientists, trauma nurses, art teachers and engineers were dressed to the nines Wednesday for the Post Falls Reverse Job Fair.
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A show for Jimmy

"Art Uplifts," an exhibit inspired by and in memory of the late Jimmy Magnuson, will be at the Jacklin Arts and Cultural Center from 5:30-7:30 Friday night.
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Confederate flag pulled from American Legion display

Post Falls American Legion Post 143 removed a Confederate flag from its display of historical American battle flags in response to outcry on social media.
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Post Falls Pavilion open for business

A new era of food, fun, fellowship and family outings has arrived in the River City. The Post Falls Pavilion at 3758 E. Horsehaven Ave. had its soft opening Tuesday, with a grand opening planned for later this spring.
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Minnow Madness tonight at CHS

Fight for the Fish has spawned a new athletic tradition of goodwill for Coeur d'Alene and Lake City high schools: Minnow Madness.
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FAST FIVE Shane Anderson: Man of land, man of faith

Meet Shane Anderson, a man of the land and a man of faith who owns Short Green Landscaping with wife, Lisa. Shane believes in connecting with nature, providing genuine, quality service and building positive, honest and deep relationships within his team and his community.
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Cd'A Schools to float another levy May 16

The Coeur d'Alene School District will ask voters to go to the polls again May 16 to vote on a two-year, $25 million-per-yer supplemental levy.
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Loving legacy of golf and giving

The friends and loved ones of the late Jeff Marfice will never be able to fill the immense void he left when he was killed in 2017. He may be gone, but his kind spirit lives on through the Marfice Masters and the legacy those close to him have created …
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Transgender bathroom bill advances in Boise

The Idaho Senate on March 9 passed Senate Bill 1100 in a 28-7 vote. The proposed bill passed out of the House Education Committee on Wednesday morning to soon be heard on the House floor. The bill establishes additional provisions requiring separate school restrooms, changing facilities, sleeping accommodations and use …
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Celebrating great women

Even when she is the star, Village Bakery owner and acclaimed pastry chef Dana Bellefeuille shares the spotlight and lifts up others.
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Library network adopts minor library card policy

A new policy regarding library cards for minors was unanimously adopted Thursday by trustees of the Community Library Network during their regular meeting.
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Loving their neighbors

Students of North Idaho Christian School packaged more than meals of rice and beans Thursday during their Feed the Need packing party. The boxes were also filled with prayers, good thoughts and love for the children of Haiti who will be receiving the 10,000 meals.
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Transgender bathroom bill advances in Boise

The Idaho Senate on March 9 passed Senate Bill 1100 in a 28-7 vote. The proposed bill passed out of the House Education Committee on Wednesday morning to soon be heard on the House floor. The bill establishes additional provisions requiring separate school restrooms, changing facilities, sleeping accommodations and use …
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Transgender bathroom bill advances in Boise

The Idaho Senate on March 9 passed Senate Bill 1100 in a 28-7 vote. The proposed bill passed out of the House Education Committee on Wednesday morning to soon be heard on the House floor. The bill establishes additional provisions requiring separate school restrooms, changing facilities, sleeping accommodations and use …
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Cd’A, Lakeland levies fail; PF levy passes

Four out of six school levies failed Tuesday in Kootenai County, with supplemental levies passing in the Post Falls and Kootenai Joint school districts.
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Levy opposition campaign provides questionable info

A levy election campaign postcard recently delivered to homes in the Coeur d’Alene School District included a photo of a drag queen and a series of short questions and statements encouraging voters to shoot down the supplemental levy on today’s ballot in District 271. It was paid for by the …
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Top brass of Post Falls

It was an evening of admiration, camaraderie and honor. Post Falls American Legion Post 143 held its annual awards banquet Saturday night, during which those who help, serve, protect and elevate the River City were recognized by their peers and supervisors for their selflessness, leadership and dedication.
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School levy elections are Tuesday

Four area school districts are holding levy elections Tuesday.
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Goals in sight for Hayden man with MS

Just as professional athletes experience anxiety and exhilaration at the start of a big game, Robin Bates is feeling excited and nervous as his medical journey goals are in sight.
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From banking place to soothing space

What was once a banking place has become a soothing space. Highlands Day Spa opened Jan. 24 at 301 E. Sherman Ave., Coeur d'Alene.
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Construction project coming to Spokane Street

New asphalt and updates to a railway crossing are the focus of the city of Post Falls' Spokane Street Rehabilitation project, expected to commence and be completed this summer.
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Fiber arts inspire young hearts

The most recent artist-in-residence at Sorensen Magnet School of the Arts and Humanities brought the art-making experience to a whole new dimension for students.
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Gooey gloppy goodness

Green slime was icing on the cake Friday at Ramsey Magnet School of Science. Or, more appropriately, on the principal and two teachers.
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FAST FIVE: Noah Johnson thinks on his feet

Meet Noah Johnson, an enthusiastic 21-year-old who is bringing the joy of improv comedy to North Idaho with his up-and-coming comedy club, Levity Theatre (www.levitytheatre.com).
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Small packages, big impact

Every minute or so, a student ran to the center of the gym to enthusiastically bang a gong. Each gong bang came with a celebration, meaning another 50 bags of apples and cinnamon oatmeal had been successfully packaged.
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Litter mates

A local animal lover has hit kitty cat pay dirt. Lynne Foresman, who lives in Fairfield on the Idaho-Washington border, is the lucky winner of a Hillpig self-cleaning cat litter box.
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School officials: Anti-levy efforts are ‘bogus,’ ‘un-American’

Coeur d'Alene School District officials are calling out misleading levy information that has been distributed to voters in the district.
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The heart of Post Falls

Post Falls Mayor Ron Jacobson is the Post Falls Chamber of Commerce's 2023 Citizen of the Year. "It's an honor to receive this award and join the long list of people who've received it before me," Jacobson said Tuesday evening, speaking to a crowd of 130 people during the Post …
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For the 'polio kids'

An encounter with a boy on the playground has been in Dave Eubanks’ mind for nearly 70 years.
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Kootenai Classical Academy going up in Post Falls

A new charter school with a classical curriculum is being constructed on Prairie Avenue in Post Falls. Kootenai Classical Academy is set to open for its inaugural school year this fall.
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Demographic discussion

Historically, those who graduate from high school in Kootenai County and go out into the world to pursue higher education or careers have often found themselves returning to their hometowns to raise families in North Idaho.
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Putting on political pressure

Boycotting the businesses of North Idaho College trustees Todd Banducci, Greg McKenzie and Mike Waggoner was brought up Saturday during the Kootenai County Democratic Central Committee's Hijacking Democracy Symposium.
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Holding onto hope for NIC, Kootenai County

What is the danger of a one-party state? Professor, author and Constitutional scholar David Adler said Idaho is on its way there. "What you see is the effort to squelch dissent, to deny the right to vote, to attack education, to marginalize people who don't fit into that majority view," …
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'You put your own self out there'

Seltice Elementary School kindergartner Michael Hirst cuddled up with a blanket as his reading buddy, New Vision Alternative High School freshman Alexis Wood, read from "Pete the Cat: Rocking in My School Shoes." The two shared a sweet exchange and cracked each other up as he pointed to the pages …
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A matter of life or death

Teachers only have 15 seconds or less to turn off lights, lock doors and ensure students are out of sight when schools are locked down in active shooter scenarios.
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Climbing to the top

From challenging and humble beginnings to the top of the world, Alizea "Ali" Daniels is the 2023 Boys and Girls Club Youth of the Year for Kootenai County. “I’m still a little astonished to be honest," Ali, 17, said Friday. "It’s super awesome and I’m so happy."
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Pilgrim pastor pens novel

Blistered feet, perseverance, lifelong friendships and a deep spiritual connection all come with the territory when walking the Camino de Santiago. It's an experience the Stephen Towles of Coeur d'Alene describes as "Heaven on Earth."
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Police called to heated PF library board meeting

Police were called Thursday to the Post Falls Library during a powder keg of a public comment period at the start of the Community Library Network's board meeting.
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Police called to heated library board meeting

Police were called Thursday to the Post Falls Library during a powder keg of a public comment period at the start of the Community Library Network's board meeting.
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Support local Boy Scouts through U.S. flag program

Local Boy Scouts want to help businesses show their American pride while bolstering their fundraising efforts.
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Writing in their honor: River City Middle School students earn top spots in American History Essay Contest

In a nearly 1,000-word essay, sixth grader Hailey Farr provided a glimpse into the trials and tribulations experienced by American colonists and the struggles they endured as they fought their way to freedom.
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Library allies

Nearly 250 people and counting have joined forces to show their support for libraries in the Community Library Network. The Community Library Network Alliance, a grassroots movement, was officially formed in November 2022 by Emily Christopherson of Post Falls and Angela Drewien of Hayden.
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Queen bee

A spray of confetti, a gleaming first place trophy, a check for $1,000 and a trip to the Scripps National Spelling Bee in Washington, D.C. Coeur d'Alene Charter Academy eighth grader Kayla Tenney Villalobos reigned supreme Saturday morning to become the North Idaho Spelling Bee champion of 2023.
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Levy elections loom large in Cd'A

Imagine no football at Coeur d'Alene High School. No pep band at Lake City High School. No arts programming at Woodland, Canfield or Lakes middle schools. No friendly lunch servers at Coeur d'Alene's elementary schools. All of this and more could go away if people do not vote in favor …
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Making history

A Lakes Middle School history teacher is making some history of her own. Tanya Lilley has been honored by the Lt. George Farragut Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) as the recipient of the 2023 Outstanding History Teacher award.
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Fueling the fire for career technical education

Thousands of feet of fire hose are neatly coiled, boxes of equipment are impeccably stacked and every pump and chainsaw is in its proper place. “Everything’s so tidy," Idaho Superintendent of Education Debbie Critchfield said Thursday afternoon during a tour of the Idaho Department of Land's Coeur d'Alene Interagency Fire …
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Moose trio visits Lake Wood Ranch

Residents of Lake Wood Ranch near the Kootenai County Fairgrounds in Coeur d'Alene enjoyed a visit from a mama and two juvenile moose early Wednesday evening.
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Bedke: Good times in Idaho

Financially, Idaho is doing just fine. Knowing this, fourth-generation Idaho cattle rancher and Lt. Gov. Scott Bedke remembers the words of his grandfather: "It's not going to be the bad times that put the ranch out of business, it's going to be the good times that put the ranch out …
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Bedke: Good times in Idaho

Financially, Idaho is doing just fine. Knowing this, fourth-generation Idaho cattle rancher and Lt. Gov. Scott Bedke remembers the words of his grandfather: "It's not going to be the bad times that put the ranch out of business, it's going to be the good times that put the ranch out …
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Two roundabouts planned in Post Falls

Plans are in motion to add roundabouts to Prairie Avenue at Zorros Road and at Fennecus Road in Post Falls.
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Growing the STEM, growing the skills

Learning is fun, challenging and sometimes sticky for students who participate in Growing the STEM activities.
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Bedke: Good times in Idaho

Financially, Idaho is doing just fine. Knowing this, fourth-generation Idaho cattle rancher and Lt. Gov. Scott Bedke remembers the words of his grandfather: "It's not going to be the bad times that put the ranch out of business, it's going to be the good times that put the ranch out …
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Lakeland voters to decide two levies March 14

Voters in the Lakeland Joint School District will be asked to vote March 14 on two school levies.
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Help us celebrate the community's best and brightest under 40

We all know young professionals who are making positive impacts in their communities and workplaces. Celebrate those high-producing, inspiring and dedicated individuals by nominating them in the North Idaho Business Journal’s inaugural 40 Under 40 awards recognition program.
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Help us celebrate the community's best and brightest under 40

We all know young professionals who are making positive impacts in their communities and workplaces. Celebrate those high-producing, inspiring and dedicated individuals by nominating them in the North Idaho Business Journal’s inaugural 40 Under 40 awards recognition program.
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Help us celebrate the community's best and brightest under 40

We all know young professionals who are making positive impacts in their communities and workplaces. Celebrate those high-producing, inspiring and dedicated individuals by nominating them in the North Idaho Business Journal’s inaugural 40 Under 40 awards recognition program.
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New place to stay, play going up in Post Falls

A new place to stay and play is going up at Prairie Falls Golf Club, 3200 N. Spokane St., Post Falls.
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Thinking outside the (litter) box

A misplaced mail package has turned up in the right place for people who adopt a shelter cat this month.
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Help us celebrate the community's best and brightest under 40

We all know young professionals who are making positive impacts in their communities and workplaces. Celebrate those high-producing, inspiring and dedicated individuals by nominating them in the North Idaho Business Journal’s inaugural 40 Under 40 awards recognition program.
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Cruise, blues and dancing shoes: Cd'A Blues Festival returns

Here's some good news to lose your winter blues and jazz things up for a weekend: Coeur d'Alene Blues Festival tickets are now on sale.
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Giving it all away

Two old portable classrooms at New Vision Alternative High School in Post Falls have been converted into something that will provide support for students and community members well into the future.
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United Way invests $150K in North Idaho

From day camps and school programs to infant safety and senior nutrition, the $150,000 United Way of North Idaho has awarded through its Community Care Fund program touches a large swath of society. "I am really excited for a couple reasons, and really happy with this year," said United Way …
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Post Falls City Council to consider impact fee increase

The Post Falls Planning and Zoning Commission on Tuesday evening unanimously voted to present an impact fee increase recommendation to the Post Falls City Council at workshop next week.
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Feeling the love at 101

For just a sweet moment, Henrietta "Dixie" Milliken swayed to "What A Wonderful World" with Coeur d'Alene Deputy Fire Marshal Craig Etherton on her 101st birthday.
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Bros in bras put on show for good cause

After the laughter and the shaking of the moneymakers had subsided, the coordinators of the Bras on Dudes event were in awe of how much money their gloriously garmented guys generated during the Nov. 4 event.
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Rail jam charity events coming up

Snowboarders and skiers will shred snow and showcase their skills to support their community during the Jam4Cans Rail Jam and food drive events, happening this weekend as well as Feb. 25 and March 11.
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United Way invests $150K in North Idaho

From day camps and school programs to infant safety and senior nutrition, the $150,000 United Way of North Idaho has awarded through its Community Care Fund program touches a large swath of society. "I am really excited for a couple reasons, and really happy with this year," said United Way …
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FEB NIBJ Best of North Idaho in full swing

Get ready to vote in the North Idaho Business Journal's Best of North Idaho contest. Voting begins Feb. 8, and if you're reading this on Jan. 31, there's still time to squeak in a nomination.
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Best of North Idaho in full swing

Get ready to vote in the North Idaho Business Journal's Best of North Idaho contest. Voting begins Feb. 8, and if you're reading this on Jan. 31, there's still time to squeak in a nomination.
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United Way invests $150K in North Idaho

From day camps and school programs to infant safety and senior nutrition, the $150,000 United Way of North Idaho has awarded through its Community Care Fund program touches a large swath of society. "I am really excited for a couple reasons, and really happy with this year," said United Way …
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Push it real good: Outhouse races in Spirit Lake today

When you gotta go, sometimes you have to push. Pushing, gliding and an abundance of belly laughs are in store for those who visit Spirit Lake from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. today as Spirit Lake Parks and Recreation hosts the Winterfest Outhouse Races.
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Push it real good: Outhouse races in Spirit Lake today

When you gotta go, sometimes you have to push. Pushing, gliding and an abundance of belly laughs are in store for those who visit Spirit Lake from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. today as Spirit Lake Parks and Recreation hosts the Winterfest Outhouse Races.
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Legacy of cultural enrichment: Retiring program coordinator ensures students will learn about Idaho tribes

The storytelling tradition of Indigenous people was brought to life by Sarai Mays as she spoke to two fourth grade classes Wednesday morning at Sorensen Magnet School for the Arts and Humanities.
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Young artist earns scholarship, recognition

A Lake City High School senior is already creating a scene of beauty and art advocacy on her life's canvas.
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Lessons in litter and love

A father and sun walked along East Sherman Avenue on a sunny and cold Saturday morning. With pickers in hand, they scoured the sidewalks and drains for the usual suspects: cigarette butts, beer cans, floss picks, coffee cups, candy wrappers, pieces of tire treads.
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Radio gold

Seasoned radio personality and broadcaster Steve Montgomery contributes his voice and humor to the airwaves on puregoldoldies.com, where he goes by the name Craig Stevens and entertains the masses from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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Community members speak volumes about library books

In a place normally known for its quietude, many voices were heard Thursday afternoon in the Hayden Library when the Community Library Network board of trustees held its regular meeting.
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Free tax services return Feb. 1

About 50 local AARP Tax-Aide volunteers are now training to help as many people as possible this income tax season. They'll be IRS certified and ready to assist when the free AARP Tax-Aide program opens Feb. 1.
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Materials, director search on library network meeting agenda

The Community Library Network Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting from 2-5 p.m. Thursday in the Hayden Library.
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Uncommon leadership in uncertain times

Clarity. It is the No. 1 most important quality a leader must possess to lead well, according to Bill Jhung. "In this climate of uncertainty, how do we not do what is common, what everybody else is doing? It would be so easy to do what everybody else is doing. …
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Celebrating life

Right to Life of Coeur d'Alene is hosting its annual Right to Life Coeur d'Alene Commemorative March and Rally at 10 a.m. Saturday in the Skate Plaza and Candlelight Church parking lot at Dalton Avenue and U.S. Highway 95.
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PRIMARY CARE: Much needed, but not so easy to come by

Health care in Idaho is robust and firing on all cylinders. However, physician shortages, long wait times and other factors are stressing the system.
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Little discusses 2023 priorities in Post Falls

Education, the fentanyl epidemic, surplus funds and property taxes were among topics Gov. Brad Little discussed Friday morning as he presented his 2023 legislative priorities during a press conference in the Idaho Department of Labor in Post Falls.
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'Don't waste your life on hate'

The qualities of kindness, insight and wisdom of fifth graders were on full display Thursday morning as they read essays, sang songs and participated in the 36th annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Human Rights Celebration.
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FISH FRENZY

It's been three years since the friendly hometown showdown between Lake City and Coeur d'Alene high schools has been held in its traditional fashion. This year, Fight for the Fish is back in its spectacular spirited fashion..
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Shared links to the past

The world is much smaller than many people realize. Ron and Betty Mills, who live at Wellspring Assisted Living in Hayden, and Verda Newell, a resident of another assisted living residence in Coeur d'Alene, are complete strangers who recently discovered their families are linked in history. It all started with …
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Cd'A School Board considering levy reduction resolution

The Coeur d'Alene School District will put two levy elections on the March 14 ballot — a $5 million-per-year, five-year safety and maintenance levy and a $25 million-per-year perpetual supplemental levy. School board members have already been hearing the question, "Why are you asking for more money when the state’s …
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Cd'A and PF school boards to meet tonight

School boards in Coeur d'Alene and Post Falls will meet this evening to reorganize and discuss topics they'll tackle this year.
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Best of North Idaho in full swing

Get ready to vote in the North Idaho Business Journal's Best of North Idaho contest. Voting begins Feb. 8, and if you're reading this on Jan. 31, there's still time to squeak in a nomination.
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Genesis Prep mom wins truck

Each year for the past three years, Chelsea Greilach has bought raffle tickets to try her luck in a multi-school car giveaway. In December, it was just her luck — she won a black 2023 Nissan Frontier truck.
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A friend indeed

A new team member at Safe Passage's Children's Advocacy Center is providing her special skills to make uncomfortable situations a little easier to bear.
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Derby domination, Savage style

Goodnature by day, "Lil Miss Savage" when she hits the rink. Lake City High School sophomore Gracie Goodnature racing toward roller derby glory.
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Genesis Prep mom wins truck

Each year for the past three years, Chelsea Greilach has bought raffle tickets to try her luck in a multi-school car giveaway. In December, it was just her luck — she won a black 2023 Nissan Frontier truck.
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Adios, evergreen

It's time to say goodbye to that ornamental evergreen 'round which loved ones have gathered throughout the holiday season.
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Opportunities for children of hospitality workers

The Coeur d'Alene-based nonprofit CDAIDE is hoping to spend $17,000 on kids of local hospitality workers by June.
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POST FALLS: Accomplishments in 2022, goals ahead

As a new year approaches, Post Falls elected officials on Thursday shared thoughts regarding what was achieved in the River City in 2022 and what is to come in 2023.
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Post Falls City Council meets today

Post Falls City Council members will meet at 6 p.m. today in the Post Falls City Council Chambers in Post Falls City Hall.
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Much more than socks

It was a rough year in 2019. Just before Christmas, Post Falls mom Shantelle Avery found herself hospitalized with severe depression.
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Legislators look to 2023

Education and property taxes are among the issues North Idaho's lawmakers plan to tackle as they head to Boise for the 2023 legislative session, which begins Jan. 9.
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Worley student earns top writing honors

A Kootenai County student has earned writing honors for his entry in the annual Forest Products Week Essay Contest.
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Prime time for potholes

As snow and ice recede from roadways during warmer temperatures this winter, potholes and cracks in the pavement will make themselves known.
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Much more than socks

It was a rough year in 2019. Just before Christmas, Post Falls mom Shantelle Avery found herself hospitalized with severe depression.
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Prime time for potholes

As snow and ice recede from roadways during warmer temperatures this winter, potholes and cracks in the pavement will make themselves known.
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Barriers to betterment

A journey of 1,000 miles doesn't begin until the first step is taken. That first step might be the hardest step someone grappling with substance abuse will ever take, especially when the journey is sure to be difficult as it leads to sobriety — a seemingly unattainable destination for those …
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Snowy day, warm hearts

Cozy and warm beneath her "Peanuts" blanket on a snowy Friday morning, Connie Mahoney lit up when Santa Claus walked into her room in Ivy Court in Coeur d'Alene. "Merry Christmas dear," Santa said, leaning in for a hug.
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Post Falls considering changes to zoning approval criteria

The Post Falls City Council will hold a public hearing at 6 p.m. Jan. 17 to amend zoning approval criteria, a move expected to make the criteria more clear and concise.
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Back Country gives back

They love riding North Idaho's trails — the wind in their hair, nothing but the hum of their all-terrain vehicles filling the fresh forest air around them. The adventurous hearts of Back Country AVT and UTV Association members are also brimming with benevolence.
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Barriers to betterment

A journey of 1,000 miles doesn't begin until the first step is taken. That first step might be the hardest step someone grappling with substance abuse will ever take, especially when the journey is sure to be difficult as it leads to sobriety — a seemingly unattainable destination for those …
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It's been a good year

In true educator fashion, Post Falls School District Superintendent Dena Naccarato gave Post Falls Chamber of Commerce members an assignment as one of her first actions as the new chamber chair.
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'They continue to be with us'

Although the snow was deep upon the gravesites, it was far surpassed by the depth of gratitude for America's heroes expressed by those who gathered on a cold Saturday morning in Pinegrove Cemetery.
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Best friend rallies for mom in throes of cancer, loss

In the wake of unspeakable tragedy and an unexpected cancer diagnosis, friends are rallying around Post Falls mom Kristy Gibbs and her children.
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EDITING Post Falls, Lakeland to float school levies March 14

Two of the three largest school districts in Kootenai County will run two-levy elections March 14 while the third school district will float a single levy.
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Urban renewal leadership changes in Hayden

A new Hayden Urban Renewal Agency executive director is in, the chair is out and the future of urban renewal districts in Hayden will be more thoroughly explored in the near future.
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A merry American Legion Christmas

The stockings were hung 'round the Legion with care, kids said hi to St. Nicholas who sat in his chair. Crafting tables were scattered with glitter and glue as wee ones made ornaments of green, red, white and blue.
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Adventure awaits in 'Red Diamond Justice'

It's a tale steeped in deceit, greed, suspense, murder and international intrigue. "Really, it started almost four years ago," Jerry Jaeger, co-founder of Hagadone Hospitality Co., told The Press. Jaeger's world travels, love of the thriller genre and insatiable curiosity set the course for the author to pen his third …
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Post Falls in process of impact fee update

The city of Post Falls is seeking to amend its impact fee report, which will be discussed at the Dec. 13 meeting of the planning and zoning commission.
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Rathdrum: Financially stable, vibrant, safe

The city of Rathdrum is financially stable, vibrant and safe. Mayor Vic Holmes was pleased to announce this during a snowy Thursday evening as he delivered his State of the City address.
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Learning the lawmaking ropes

A slew of new faces will appear in Boise to represent Kootenai County in the 2023 legislative session.
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Four generations driving strong

It's official — a fourth generation will carry on the tradition at the Knudtsen Chevrolet dealership in Post Falls.
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Tiny trees, big fun

About two dozen themed Christmas trees on display Saturday morning in Red Lion Templin's during the Post Falls Chamber of Commerce's seventh annual Post Fallidays Tiny Tree Festival.
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River City rings in holiday season

The snow sparkled, the wood fires burned with a cozy warmth and the River City lit up. Post Falls' 22nd annual Winterfest and Plaza Market drew masses of community members Friday evening to the Post Falls City Hall Plaza, where Post Falls City Councilman Joe Malloy led the countdown to …
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Tidings of comfort and joy

Loved ones dear, near and far will receive holiday tidings in the mail, sent with love from residents of Courtyard at Coeur d'Alene. Volunteers from Silver Angels for the Elderly brought bundles of holiday cards and goodies to Courtyard residents Friday during a Christmas card party, held in a community …
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Holiday Comedy Clash!

A competitive, festive, improvisational comedy show is coming Thursday to the Jacklin Arts and Cultural Center.
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On board with good behavior

Idaho Counties Risk Management Program risk management specialist Jim McNall on Thursday spoke to the Community Library Network Board of Trustees during a special meeting held in the Post Falls Library.
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Snowflakes, sleds and shovels: Storm drops more than 12 inches in North Idaho

Climatologist Cliff Harris measured 12.7 inches of snow at his Player Drive home by 4 p.m. That was the second-most for a single day in November, with the record still at 16 inches set Nov. 19, 1963.
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Snowflakes, sleds and shovels: Storm drops more than 12 inches in North Idaho

Climatologist Cliff Harris measured 12.7 inches of snow at his Player Drive home by 4 p.m. That was the second-most for a single day in November, with the record still at 16 inches set Nov. 19, 1963.
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Celebrate all things winter Friday in Post Falls

It was 22 years ago when Post Falls Recreation manager Traci Stevenson created something that would become a festive River City winter tradition. "The whole reason I originally started this event was to bring the community out as a free family event," Stevenson said Wednesday.
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All in for their community

It began as an effort to help a Post Falls-area young woman who became paralyzed after she was shot in her sleep. Fast-forward 23 years and the Post Falls Community Volunteers group is still making a difference in lives across North Idaho.
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Iconic prairie barn collapses

A piece of North Idaho history has fallen. An iconic Rathdrum Prairie barn on the west side of Highway 41 south of Lancaster Road and adjacent to OK Corral Road finally caved in after years of use and inevitable decay.
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Celebrating many welcomes to the world

Babies have been lovingly welcomed into the world with help of Inga Arts and Dayspring Midwifery for 25 years. "The joy is the new life," Arts, Dayspring owner and licensed midwife, said Monday. "That never gets old. That new life comes out and it’s just new, every single time. I …
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Looking (and throwing) sharp

Eric McNair, a 1999 Post Falls High School graduate and Coeur d'Alene resident, will compete in the 2022 World Knife Throwing Championship in Appleton, Wis. starting Thursday. He qualified after placing fifth in a September knife-throwing league event at Jumping Jackalope Axe Throwing in Coeur d'Alene.
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Car crashes into post office

A vehicle crashed late Friday morning into the U.S. Postal Service building at Seventh Street and Lakeside Avenue in Coeur d'Alene.
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A place to honor Rick

Gardening was a favorite pastime of the late Rick Noordam, who served as chair of the Post Falls Parks and Recreation board. To honor Noordam's contributions to the River City, the city council unanimously voted to give the Post Falls Community Garden a new name — the Rick Noordam Community …
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Beneath the ink

What happens when the person beneath the tattoo ink grows into a different person and wants nothing more than to shed that former skin?
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Supply chain issues snag PF wastewater upgrade project

An extension of a compliance agreement between the city of Post Falls and the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality was unanimously approved Tuesday morning during a special meeting of the Post Falls City Council.
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'She brought light to everybody'

The joyful and brilliant light Julia Parmann radiated into the world will be felt by her family, friends and fans who see the Blazen Divaz perform Friday in the Coeur d’Alene Downtown Association's Lighting Ceremony Parade.
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Attitude of gratitude

About 450 community members, including veterans from different eras - many who served in Korea and Vietnam, in their military ball caps - gathered in the Legion to enjoy the free Thanksgiving meal.
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Heroes in the making

Radio chatter intensifies. The firehouse alarm sounds. Matt Willhite is cool as a cucumber, knowing his exact role when he goes on a call with the Coeur d'Alene Fire Department. "At first I was like, 'Well, this is very cool,'" said Matt, 17. "I wasn't really scared or anything like …
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EPIC SHOWDOWN

The 14th annual Wild Turkey Dodgeball Tournament proved to be an epic battle Friday night as sneakers squeaked and dodgeballs pounded walls, floors and players in the Mullan Trail Elementary School gym.
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Uniting against hate

North Idaho is calling out hate. People are sick of its destruction, tired of the misery it creates and frankly, they've had enough. They're calling for their fellow Idahoans to unite against it.
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Enjoy Thanksgiving with the American Legion on Saturday

Members of the American Legion Post 143 in Post Falls are inviting one and all to enjoy a relaxing Thanksgiving meal on them from 1-4 p.m. Saturday.
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Post Falls: Overcoming challenges, celebrating success

Post Falls Mayor Ron Jacobson spoke words of determination and encouragement as he delivered the State of the City address during the Post Falls Chamber of Commerce's Connect4Lunch event in the Red Lion Hotel Templin's on the River.
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Semper fi: Marine Corps Birthday Ball an evening of stories, honor, brotherhood

Stories were told, cakes were cut and the traditions of the U.S. Marine Corps were carried out Friday night at the Marine Corps Birthday Ball.
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Kindness in motion

A struggling family with young children recently received a reliable used vehicle as a gift from a local donor who heard their story. This act of kindness boosted the family's spirits and answered their prayers.
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Boots on the ground

A U.S. Army-bound Coeur d'Alene Charter Academy student is working to create a leadership legacy in North Idaho.
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Legislative race roundup

Election results for legislative races in districts 2, 4 and 5 with 100% of precincts reporting as of Wednesday night:
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Candidates confident, happy to 'stir the pot'

Votes trickled in on election night as ballots were counted for legislative candidates. Here is the rundown of what happened very early in contested legislative races across districts 2, 4 and 5 as of 10:30 p.m. press time Tuesday.
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Cd’A schools move ahead with levy election process

The Coeur d’Alene School Board on Monday voted to finalize ballot language necessary in its pursuit of two levy elections in March — a five-year, $5-million-per-year school plant facilities levy and a $25 million-per-year maintenance and operations levy that will be held in perpetuity.
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Snow tire slam

It's just been a few days since the last jack-o-lantern candles have been blown out, and Old Man Winter made his first appearance. Friday morning snowfall meant tire and auto shops were packed with customers seeking to exchange their summer treads for winter studs.
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Snow tire slam

It's just been a few days since the last jack-o-lantern candles have been blown out, and Old Man Winter made his first appearance. Friday morning snowfall meant tire and auto shops were packed with customers seeking to exchange their summer treads for winter studs.
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GOOD DEEDS

It could be as small as making a card for someone in an assisted living center, or as big as raising hundreds of dollars for the local animal shelter. In their own special ways, Coeur d'Alene Charter Academy sixth graders performed acts of kindness and worked to make the world …
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If you're a victim of a crime, there is help

The Post Falls Police Department Victim Services Unit is on call 24/7, 365 days a year, alternating every week, to assist victims with everything from dog bites to homicide to hostage situations.
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Community mourns loss of revered judge

Judge Eugene "Gene" Marano, who served 24 years as a Kootenai County magistrate judge and then as a senior judge for the Idaho Supreme Court, died Tuesday. He was 78.
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Post Falls reviews zoning criteria in comprehensive plan

Post Falls City Council members participated in a workshop Tuesday evening during which they considered the adoption of proposed zoning criteria to update language in the city’s comprehensive plan.
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Lakeland schools locked down Monday

Spirit Lake Elementary, Timberlake Middle and Timberlake High schools were placed in a safety hold early Monday morning as Spirit Lake Police searched for an armed teenager.
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Lakeland schools locked down Monday

Spirit Lake Elementary, Timberlake Middle and Timberlake High schools were placed in a safety hold early Monday morning as Spirit Lake Police searched for an armed teenager.
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Dredging the channel

Sediment is being removed from the channel between Upper and Lower Twin Lakes to improve water quality for wildlife, boaters and the overall community.
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Evelyn, are you there?

In the wee, still hours of a dark January 2022 morning, Jimmy Benson worked alone in Mountain View Alternative High School. “I’m working, I hear the door open and close. I think it's the janitor," he said. "This happens two different times, both times, after the fact, I go out …
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Cd'A schools to float two levies

Levy measures for the Coeur d'Alene School District will be placed on the March 2023 ballot. The school board will move ahead with a request for a $5 million-per-year five-year school plant facilities levy as well as a $25 million-per-year two-year replacement levy that could, if approved by the board …
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UFOs over Idaho

What's that in the sky? Is it a bird, a plane, a weather ballon or... a UFO? According to a new myvision.org study using data from the National UFO Reporting Center Database, one third of nearly 1,300 UFO sightings over Idaho have taken place in the past five years.
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All smiles on campus

Students, staff, trustees, community members and other North Idaho College dignitaries were all smiles Thursday afternoon as the college invited one and all to share in the excitement of NIC's new dental clinic and the expansion of the Meyer Health and Sciences building.
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Where fun meets generosity

Every cent guests generously donated on Silverwood Theme Park's train ride this summer contributed to the $100,000 gift the park donated to Children's Village on Tuesday.
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Chef Challenge rolls in the dough

In year No. 2, CDAIDE's Chef Challenge doubled its recipe for altruism. CDAIDE Executive Director Jason Nye reported the Oct. 13 event attended by more than 200 people raised more than $70,000, nearly twice as much as the inaugural event that raised $33,444 in 2021.
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Library policy under a microscope

Two motions to amend draft language regarding a material selection policy were shot down Monday during a special meeting of the Community Library Network Board of Trustees.
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Library policy under a microscope

Two motions to amend draft language regarding a material selection policy were shot down Monday during a special meeting of the Community Library Network Board of Trustees.
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Suspect stabbed during Post Falls home invasion

A suspect was stabbed and residents were injured during a home invasion in Post Falls late Sunday night.
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CYT North Idaho celebrates 15 years

The pillars of Christian Youth Theater North Idaho and the community that loves it helped the nonprofit remain strong through the COVID-19 pandemic. It serves as a place for children and teens to learn, grow and play, on stage and behind the scenes. As the organization marks its 15th anniversary …
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Floral frenzy

Rotarians and nonprofit representatives worked in a floral frenzy as they gathered the petaled prizes to share throughout the community for the 32nd Coeur d'Alene Rotary Rose Sale delivery day.
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Three candidates speak at Mica Flats Grange forum

Michael Waggoner, Diana Sheridan and Ronald Hartman fielded questions during the North Idaho College board of trustees candidate forum attended by about 60 people Thursday evening in the Mica Flats Grange Hall.
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Exciting leads for Post Falls Historical Society

The Post Falls Historical Society has received numerous calls and visits since the "Connecting threads of history" article ran Sunday in The Press.
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Connecting threads of history: Post Falls Historical Society seeks memories, stories of Chapin Building

The Chapin Building at 101 E. Fourth Ave., where the museum and mystery mural are housed, is a treasure trove of stories. Members of the historical society are seeking even more Chapin Building community stories and memories as they prepare a celebration for its 100-year anniversary in 2023.
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Haunting tales lurk in North Idaho

Hairs prickle on the back of the neck while wandering through the Museum at the Brig in Farragut State Park.
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Wild wheels

Students of Sorensen Magnet School of the Arts and Humanities are about to embark on an educational experience that immerses them in skateboard art under the direction of Minneapolis artist Mark Rivard. Students visited the Coeur d'Alene Skate Park on Thursday afternoon to view a demonstration by local skateboarders.
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Building connections, exploring opportunities

Mountain View Alternative High School hosted a Moose Family Night on Wednesday, opening its doors for students, their loved ones and community members to explore resources, educational exercises and other local opportunities available in North Idaho.
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Hiring extravaganza

Employers and job seekers discuss employment opportunities Wednesday during the Idaho Department of Labor's job fair in Real Life Ministries in Post Falls.
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Post Falls Planning and Zoning OKs plans for mini-storage

The Post Falls Planning and Zoning Commission in a 4-2 vote on Tuesday approved to recommend a special use permit for a mini-storage to be constructed in a neighborhood between Megan Street and Corbin Road, north of Interstate 90 and south of Craig Avenue.
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Neon Jungle returns Friday to Kootenai County Fairgrounds

The Neon Jungle haunted house alternative will return to the Kootenai County Fairgrounds for seven nights this October.
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Levy requests on horizon for Lakeland

Levy election requests are on the horizon for the Lakeland Joint School District.
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Working on a second chance at life

Earlier this year, Robin Bates launched an effort to undergo a procedure that would basically reset his immune system and repurpose cells or create new MS-free stem cells, allowing him to once again have control of his mobility and possibly even walk again. He was pleased to report he is …
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New pastor on the block

The new pastor at First Presbyterian Church in downtown Coeur d'Alene gave his first Sunday sermon Sept. 18. Pastor McLane Stone might be new to the area, but he came in knowing that First Presbyterian's modus operandi is steeped in love.
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Bucket list boys

On Oct. 2, brothers with Duchenne muscular dystrophy geared up and rode along in sidecars with members of the Bikers Against Teen Addiction and Abuse Motorcycle Club, the Diseases and Disabilities Advocates Riding Club and other riders. They felt the wind in their hair and experienced the company of new …
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School spirit sprint

About 800 second-through-fifth-graders tore off across the arena dirt at the Kootenai County Fairgrounds during the 32nd annual district-wide cross country meet Thursday evening.
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Three candidates speak at NIC forum

Tarie Zimmerman, Brad Corkill and Pete Broschet fielded questions during the North Idaho College Board of Trustees forum attended by more than 120 people Wednesday evening in Schuler Performing Arts Center.
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Pop culture lives!

Stars from "Star Wars," a "Friday the 13th" Jason Voorhees, local artists and a world of pop culture fandom await those who attend the fifth annual Lake City Comicon at the Kootenai County Fairgrounds on Saturday.
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Pop culture lives!

Stars from "Star Wars," a "Friday the 13th" Jason Voorhees, local artists and a world of pop culture fandom await those who attend the fifth annual Lake City Comicon at the Kootenai County Fairgrounds on Saturday.
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Cd’A schools approves Sources of Strength

The Coeur d’Alene School Board on Monday approved the adoption of Sources of Strength resources at the elementary level. The vote was split 3-2. Chair Rebecca Smith, Vice Chair Casey Morrisroe and Trustee Heather Tenbrink all voted in favor. Trustees Allie Anderton and Lesli Bjerke cast dissenting votes.
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Once a teacher, always a teacher

Once a teacher, always a teacher. This is particularly true of 89-year-old retired teacher Janet Crane, a cherished volunteer who has shared her gifts with Ramsey Magnet School of Science students for 17 years.
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Infrastructure, jobs, health and safety: Urban renewal districts proving successful in River City

The Post Falls Urban Renewal Agency was created in 1991. Its stated mission is to foster sound economic and community improvement that enhances the overall quality of life in Post Falls by: • Providing and improving infrastructure • Attracting jobs • Enhancing citizen safety and health By the end of …
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A boon for welding, auto students

Welding and automotive technology students at Kootenai Technical Education Campus are about to enjoy expanded space and inventory, thanks to the more than $300,000 in grants their programs have just been awarded.
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'I love every minute of being a teacher'

Treaty Rock Elementary third grade teacher Karen Lauritzen was surprised by Idaho Superintendent of Public Instruction Sherri Ybarra, Post Falls School District officials, her family and her entire school Thursday morning as everyone gathered in the gym to announce that she is the 2023 Idaho Teacher of the Year.
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Those stinkin' bugs

Everyone likes coming home to a cozy, warm house as autumn air becomes crisp and daylight draws shorter. You know who else likes a warm house on a cold day? Stink bugs. Well, what many call "stink bugs" are actually Western conifer seed bugs. But they're pretty stinky too.
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Cd'A Symphony Orchestra returns for 44th season

The Coeur d’Alene Symphony Orchestra has announced the start of its 44th season. Maestro Danh Pham said what audiences will enjoy most about this season is the variety.
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Post Falls to swear in new school board trustee

The Post Falls School Board will swear in its newest member during a regular meeting at 6 p.m. Oct. 10.
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NIC Board tables ombudsman talks

With three “ayes” and two abstentions, the North Idaho College Board of Trustees on Wednesday decided to table discussions regarding developing an ombudsman program.
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Ballard Golf and Power rebuilding at fire site

A local business that lost a building to fire this spring is springing back to life at the fire site. To celebrate, the business is hosting a customer appreciation event from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday
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For their memories

The Walk to End Alzheimer's is Saturday morning in Riverstone Park, 1805 Tilford Lane, Coeur d'Alene. The walk is an annual event to raise funds to support the research and efforts of the Alzheimer's Association. The 3-mile walk will take place at 10:30 a.m. along the Spokane River to Orchard …
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Arkoosh ready to take on Labrador

Tom Arkoosh believes politics have no place in the office of attorney general. "Once you take the oath, it’s a nonpartisan position. The law is the law," Arkoosh said Friday during an interview with The Press. "The job of the attorney general is the objective application of the rule of …
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Helping students become great doctors

A building on the University of Idaho's Moscow campus has been named in honor of a Coeur d'Alene family that has provided immense support for medical students through the years.
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Helping students become great doctors: Cd'A man's family has donated $14M to U of I for medical program scholarships

A building on the University of Idaho's Moscow campus has been named in honor of a Coeur d'Alene family that has provided immense support for medical students through the years.
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Support for human trafficking survivors

Safe Harbor is a newly formed North Idaho nonprofit is dedicated to providing resources for those who have experienced the horrors of human trafficking. At 11 a.m. Oct. 1, Safe Harbor is hosting its inaugural Run Against Traffick fun run in Finucane Park, 550 E. Prairie Ave., Hayden.
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Arkoosh ready to take on Labrador

Tom Arkoosh believes politics have no place in the office of attorney general. "Once you take the oath, it’s a nonpartisan position. The law is the law," Arkoosh said Friday during an interview with The Press. "The job of the attorney general is the objective application of the rule of …
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PF buys land for future use

The Post Falls City Council on Tuesday unanimously voted to buy a $990,000, 14.5-acre undeveloped parcel on the west side of town to be used for a future park and public works facility.
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Tales from a life in showbiz

Scott Baio is coming to Coeur d'Alene to share stories from his life at 7 p.m. Oct. 7 during his one-man-show, "How Did I Get Here," in The Coeur d'Alene Resort.
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Keep on moving

The Coeur d'Alene Parkinson's Support Group is hosting a free Keep on Moving health and wellness fair from 1-3 p.m. Oct. 6 at Peak Health and Wellness Center, 940 W. Ironwood Drive, Coeur d'Alene. The event is being held to bring together people with Parkinson's and other neurological conditions, their …
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Get your kicks

Friends enjoy Route 66-themed cooking class with cool cars at the Jacklin Arts and Cultural Center
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New leaders, old allies

New North Idaho College President Nick Swayne and University of Idaho Coeur d'Alene CEO are determined to preserve affordable paths to higher education for local students while fortifying an already positive working relationship between the schools.
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Sources of Strength subject of discussion

Robust conversation was had during a Coeur d'Alene School Board workshop Monday evening regarding Sources of Strength programming at the elementary level in the Coeur d'Alene School District.
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Hayden approves zone map amendment

The Hayden City Council on Tuesday approved with a 3-1 vote a citywide zone map of existing residential multi-family properties, as recommended by the Hayden Planning and Zoning Commission.
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Off to the races

"Today, we are kicking off the 32nd annual Rotary Rose Sale," Coeur d'Alene Rotary Club President Candace Godwin said, commencing the start of the civic organization's flowery fundraiser.
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PARADISE

Oceans of imagination and whales of tales await those who dip into the Jacklin Arts and Cultural Center next weekend during John Jennings' art show — "Paradise."
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Hayden Senior Center to host Bingo Night

Hayden's new Mayor Scott Forssell and former Hayden City Councilman Dick Panabaker will call the numbers Saturday during Bingo Night at the Hayden Senior Center. It'll be the senior center's biggest events since it relocated in May to the Coeur d'Alene Shrine Club Event Center at 1250 W. Lancaster Road, …
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Correspondence from the queen

Even though it was 40 years ago when she received the letter, Rosella Wheeler is still incredibly moved the late Queen Elizabeth II took the time to respond to her correspondence. “My dear, I am still in shock," Wheeler, 90, of Spirit Lake, said Wednesday. "I've got tears in my …
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Coping with poverty: Simulation helps others understand the challenges of financial insecurity

The Cost of Poverty Experience, or COPE, simulation Tuesday provided real scenarios to help people understand what millions of Americans go through every day as they navigate poverty and homelessness.
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Of gardens and gifts

This year's Coeur d'Alene Garden Club Garden Tour brought nearly 900 guests to six area gardens, raising more than $12,000 that was distributed to 11 recipients during a club meeting Tuesday in Dalton Gardens.
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'We're surrounded by fires'

Air quality is "unhealthy" in Kootenai County. The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality issued an air quality advisory Monday morning to notify residents in the five northern counties of the degraded air quality caused by wildfire smoke.
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Gone fishin': Memories made, fish tales told Sunday during C.A.S.T. for Kids in Post Falls

Memories were made and many a fish tale was told Sunday morning during the C.A.S.T (Catch a Special Thrill) for Kids Lake Coeur d'Alene event, which took 21 kids ages 6-18 on fishing excursions along the Spokane River at no cost to their families.
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'We're surrounded by fires'

Air quality is "unhealthy" in North Idaho. The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality issued an air quality advisory Monday morning to notify residents in the five northern counties of the degraded air quality caused by wildfire smoke.
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Forces of nature

From chip shots and trail walks to shooting targets and shooting the breeze, the 2022 Idaho Governor's Cup was warmly welcomed back to North Idaho following a pandemic hiatus. Over three days, from Thursday to Saturday, 650 participants enjoyed shotgun sports at the Coeur d'Alene Skeet and Trap Club, fly …
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Empowering Parents grant program goes live

A new statewide program to support families' educational needs for K-12 students launched Thursday. Empowering Parents was crafted to provide eligible families with grant funds for use toward education services and devices as students continue to recover from learning loss caused by pandemic disruptions.
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No emergency school levies

Even if they qualified, area school districts opted not to pursue emergency levies. Many reported flat or small increases in attendance numbers the first week of school compared with the beginning of last school year.
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Integrity, transparency top priorities for Phil McGrane

In the words of Ada County Clerk and Republican candidate for Idaho secretary of state Phil McGrane, the work of an elections office — and of the secretary of state's office — is conducted best when that work goes unnoticed. “It should be behind the scenes," McGrane said Friday while …
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Empowering Parents grant program goes live

A new statewide program to support families' educational needs for K-12 students launched Thursday. Empowering Parents was crafted to provide eligible families with grant funds for use toward education services and devices as students continue to recover from learning loss caused by pandemic disruptions.
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School districts could qualify for emergency levies

Before the second Monday of September, Idaho school districts that qualify have the ability to levy emergency funds from taxpayers without voter approval if more students show up than expected and additional funding is needed to support their learning.
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PF trustee applicant reviews Monday

Five applicants seeking to fill a vacancy on the Post Falls School Board left by longtime Trustee Bonnie Bonnie Beaulieu, who resigned in August, will be interviewed during a special meeting at 4 p.m. Monday. The successful applicant will be sworn in at the regular meeting Oct. 10.
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Think INK!

It comes in a well, a pen, a tattoo, a stamp, a newspaper and from a startled cephalopod. Any way you write, splash, print or draw it, Emerge is inviting the community to celebrate all things ink during the sixth annual INK! Print Rally from 1-7 p.m. Saturday.
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Vietnam War Memorial Moving Wall coming to area

A replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial will be in Liberty Lake Sept. 15-19. The half-size replica, known as the Moving Wall, has toured all 50 states and beyond since 1984. The stop in Liberty Lake is the only stop it will make in the West this year.
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Lifetime of learning

In the 40 years Nancy Nuttelman worked in the Coeur d'Alene School District, she taught more than 1,000 students. Those students have gone on to become valedictorians, neurosurgeons, sergeant majors, nuclear physicists, nurses and musical directors. Some have even followed in their treasured first-grade teacher's footsteps and become teachers themselves. …
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When in Rome

Dunking into the sea, making pizza in Naples and shedding tears of awe and joy beneath Michelangelo's paintings in the Sistine Chapel were among the many memories the 44 students, teachers and chaperones made during an eight-day trip to Italy earlier this year.
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Hayden amends, approves lower levy request amount

A proposed levy seeking additional funding for law enforcement in Hayden will be on the ballot Nov. 8, but it will be for a lower amount than originally approved by the city council in August. During a special Tuesday evening council meeting, council members passed a motion to amend the …
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Vietnam War Memorial Moving Wall coming to Inland Northwest

A replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial will be in Liberty Lake Sept. 15-19. The half-size replica, known as the Moving Wall, has toured all 50 states and beyond since 1984. The stop in Liberty Lake is the only stop it will make in the West this year.
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How the West was sung

Music, history, storytelling and a little time travel will come together for a one-day performance of "Romancing the West" at 2 p.m. Sept. 25 at the Museum of North Idaho's Fort Sherman Chapel. Singer/songwriter Christina Lynn Martin and cowboy poet and balladeer Butch Martin co-produce and perform in this time-traveling …
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Inland Northwest Opera's 'La Traviata' is Sept. 9, 11

Inland Northwest Opera is presenting "La Traviata" Sept. 9 and 11 at the Martin Woldson Theater at the Fox in Spokane.
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After the levy fails: Political opposition, other factors contribute to defeat

Multiple factors helped tank the Coeur d’Alene School District’s levy Tuesday at the polls, including an opposition campaign by the local Republican party. The school plant facilities levy, if passed by voters, would have provided the school district with an additional $8 million per year over 10 years to support …
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Kittens barely escape certain death: Companions Animal Center now caring for abandoned felines

Officials from Companions Animal Center (formerly Kootenai Humane Society) are seeking information about a person who illegally abandoned sick kittens at the shelter the night of Tuesday, Aug. 23. More abandoned and injured kittens have been taken in by the no-kill, nonprofit shelter.
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Remembering 'Dickie' Jumel: Much-loved Super Supplements retiree dies at 100

Brilliant vivacity, dedication to holistic health and a true love for the well-being of others come to mind when many think of Dorothy "Dickie" Jumel. “We’re supposed to come here and be happy, gay, throwing out the love and the wisdom,” she said in a 2020 Press article. Jumel, 100, …
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Cd'A schools levy fails: 50% of voters approved, but 55% supermajority needed for passage

The Coeur d'Alene School District's $8 million-per-year, 10-year safety and maintenance levy failed to reach the 55% voter approval needed for the levy to pass Tuesday night. The Plummer-Worley Joint School District celebrated a win at the polls. Voters passed its $627,500-per-year, two-year supplemental levy.
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Support for Green Star families

Artwork created by National Archives artists will carry with it a powerful message about veteran suicide when it arrives at the Post Falls American Legion Post 143 at 1 p.m. Friday.
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Kittens barely escape certain death: Companions Animal Center now caring for abandoned felines

Officials from Companions Animal Center (formerly Kootenai Humane Society) are seeking information about a person who illegally abandoned sick kittens at the shelter the night of Tuesday, Aug. 23. More abandoned and injured kittens have been taken in by the no-kill, nonprofit shelter.
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VIDEO: Cd'A and Plummer-Worley districts seeking approval for supplemental property tax funds

Voters in two school districts will cast their ballots at the polls today. The Coeur d'Alene School District is holding its safety and maintenance levy election, asking constituents to vote in favor of an $8 million-per-year, 10-year levy that will provide funding to address hundreds of safety, health and maintenance …
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Collective philanthropy

One person donating $1,000 is a big deal. When 135 people donate $1,000, their collective philanthropy can make a world of difference. The Women's Gift Alliance is proof that indeed, there is strength in numbers.
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Get to know NIC's new president: Swayne brings with him military background, wealth of leadership experience

Nick Swayne is the new president of North Idaho College. He brings with him 26 years of military experience and a wealth of leadership experience.
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Get to know NIC's new president

Nick Swayne is the new president of North Idaho College. He brings with him 26 years of military experience and a wealth of leadership experience.
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'A true connoisseur of life': Boating community bids farewell to Murray Danzig, beloved local yachtsman

A man of the lake, a man's man, a man the ladies loved, a man who made friends everywhere he went.
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Panhandle Health discontinues Home Health services

On Thursday, Panhandle Health District announced it is phasing out its Home Health program, which provides individualized care for those convalescing at home after surgery or other medical challenges that no longer require hospitalization. "This was an incredibly difficult decision for the health district to make,” Panhandle Health District Director …
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Panhandle Health discontinues Home Health services

On Thursday, Panhandle Health District announced it is phasing out its Home Health program, which provides individualized care for those convalescing at home after surgery or other medical challenges that no longer require hospitalization. "This was an incredibly difficult decision for the health district to make,” Panhandle Health District Director …
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School meal payments return with higher cost

After a two-year hiatus from having to pay for school meals, parents in the Coeur d’Alene School District will be paying higher prices for their kids to eat breakfast and lunch at school. The school board approved the price increase Monday during a special meeting. Breakfast for elementary school students …
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Community to Hayden City Council: Back the blue

A proposed increase in law enforcement services received overwhelming public support Tuesday at the Hayden City Council meeting. All who spoke during the public comment period on the matter were in favor of a proposed levy override ballot measure that would provide funding for six additional Kootenai County Sheriff's Office …
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Wood receives NIC trustee emeritus status

Former North Idaho College Trustee Christie Wood was granted trustee emeritus status by a 3-2 vote Monday during a long and contentious meeting of the board. Vice Chair John Goedde made the motion, which was seconded by Secretary/Treasurer Pete Broschet. Board Chair David Wold also voted in favor. Trustees Todd …
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Wood receives NIC trustee emeritus status

Former North Idaho College Trustee Christie Wood was granted trustee emeritus status by a 3-2 vote Monday during a long and contentious meeting of the board. Vice Chair John Goedde made the motion, which was seconded by Secretary/Treasurer Pete Broschet. Board Chair David Wold also voted in favor. Trustees Todd …
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Cd'A Public Schools: Eye on COVID spending

Federal COVID relief funding was used by the district to offset cuts in state funding to K-12 education caused by enrollment loss and other measures enacted in response to the economic hardships at the onset of the pandemic. School districts across the state used COVID relief funds to balance budgets, …
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Fun, fundraising and friendship

On Friday, the 3Cs — Cancer and Community Charities — celebrated a distribution of $111,550 to support 32 local causes in their mission to improve the lives of countless individuals and families in North Idaho. "I always say, 'We pay to play,'" incoming 3Cs President Ann Dare said. "In everything …
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Manweiler campaign picking up steam

Manweiler, of Boise, is aiming to unseat incumbent Speaker of the Idaho House of Representatives Scott Bedke, R-Oakley, in the upcoming November general election. She reported significant fundraising for her campaign through June and July following the Dobbs decision. Her campaign financial disclosure report on the Idaho Secretary of State's …
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Local artist's work accepted by Holter Museum of Art

Retired schoolteacher, counselor and local artist Betty Fountain-Magnus is celebrating having an art piece accepted by the Holter Museum of Art in Helena, Mont.
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Family band

Like father, like son and daughter. Dad Michael Lewis and his kids Bridgette and Jordan Lewis share something special when they step on the stage together — a love of music deep in their DNA.
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Governor helps break ground at Post Falls interchange site

The first earth has been broken on the new interchange project at Interstate 90 and State Highway 41 in Post Falls. To help celebrate the occasion was Gov. Brad Little, who rocked sunglasses on a sunny Tuesday afternoon as he and other project leaders dug spades into the ground and …
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Hayden City Council mixed on ballot language

Hayden Mayor Scott Forssell broke the tie of a mixed Hayden City Council during a special meeting Tuesday evening. The vote was 2-2 to approve ballot language that would move forward an override levy to pay for an increased law enforcement presence in the city. Forssell's tie-breaker brought the tally …
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GEOSTORM

A minor to strong geomagnetic storm watch is in effect through Friday. The aurora should be visible from North Idaho. The Space Weather Prediction Center of the U.S. National Weather Service and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration as of Wednesday afternoon is rating today's geomagnetic storm as a "G3" — …
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Governor helps break ground at Post Falls interchange site

The first earth has been broken on the new interchange project at Interstate 90 and State Highway 41 in Post Falls. To help celebrate the occasion was Gov. Brad Little, who rocked sunglasses on a sunny Tuesday afternoon as he and other project leaders dug spades into the ground and …
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Craft and farmers market makes a move

The Rathdrum Craft and Farmers Market is celebrating two milestones. The weekly market just received its nonprofit status. It also recently moved from the Rathdrum Community Center to the Rathdrum Lions Clubhouse at 16114 N. Meyer Road, where it is already partnering with the benevolent organization to do more good …
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CDAIDE welcomes executive director Jason Nye

Jason Nye is the new executive director of CDAIDE, the Coeur d'Alene nonprofit that provides resources and assistance for food service and hospitality workers who find themselves in need of support. He took the reins July 1. "When I heard about CDAIDE and how they offer support to people in …
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Empowering through ideas

A new era is dawning in the realm of objective data sharing and policy making. The Mountain States Policy Center, founded this year, is a free market, independent think tank that provides fact-based research and recommendations to lawmakers, the media and the public.
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CDC updates COVID guidance for safe in-person learning

The Centers for Disease Control updated its COVID-19 guidelines this week for K-12 schools and early care and education programs to support safe in-person learning.
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It's ice cream time at Twin Lakes Schoolhouse

The Twin Lakes Community Schoolhouse Foundation is hosting its seventh annual ice cream social at the 102-year-old, one-room schoolhouse at 10017 W. Twin Lakes Road from 2-4 p.m. Saturday.
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Post Falls to enforce parking restrictions near mailboxes

People who park too close to mailboxes in Post Falls will now be fined $20. The Post Falls City Council recently approved the Post Falls Police Department's request to restrict parking in front of mailboxes. The new city code states it is unlawful to park in front of mailboxes in …
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Hayden to pursue $600,000 law enforcement levy

Hayden is moving forward with plans to increase its police presence. The Hayden City Council during its regular meeting Tuesday evening voted 3-1 to approve an override levy of nearly $600,000 to pay for six additional Kootenai County Sheriff's Office deputies to cover Hayden, which presently contracts with four.
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Hayden to consider levy for law enforcement

A citizens' safety task force is expected to recommend to Hayden City Council members that they ask voters to approve an override levy to pay for additional police presence in the city. The potential ballot measure is expected to be discussed by the council during its regular meeting at 5 …
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Hayden voters may be asked to consider levy for law enforcement at the polls

A citizens' safety task force is expected to recommend to Hayden City Council members that they ask voters to approve an override levy to pay for additional police presence in the city. The potential ballot measure is expected to be discussed by the council during its regular meeting at 5 …
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PF closes URD that created 416 jobs with $19.6 million in annual earnings

The Post Falls Urban Renewal Agency has officially closed the Expo Urban Renewal District. The Expo District encompasses areas south of Seltice Way, west of Pleasant View Road, north of Interstate 90 and east of Beck Road on the west side of Post Falls. As Post Falls' fifth urban renewal …
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Post Falls Food Bank, senior center join forces

The Post Falls Food Bank and Post Falls Senior Center have combined into one nonprofit. The food bank will move its operation into the senior center building where both will continue to serve the community.
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Art on the Green, Street Fair, Taste of Coeur d'Alene this weekend

The big three of summer fun is coming to downtown Coeur d'Alene this weekend: Art on the Green, Street Fair and Taste of Coeur d'Alene. Mostly sunny skies and temperatures hovering in the mid-80s and into the low 90s Sunday are expected. A free shuttle will run between Art on …
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Education, elevated

Elevate Academy North opens for inaugural school year Aug. 23
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Cd'A trustees amend 2022-23 budget

Cd'A School Board trustees amend 2022-2023 budget
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This library rocks

Audiences flock to Cd'A Library's Music on Mondays
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A request to invest in school safety, maintenance

Crumbling sidewalks, rotting ramps, torn carpets, dilapidated heating systems and entrances and school yards that need increased security are among the many items the district hopes to address with funding from the school plant facilities levy that will go before voters Aug. 30. If this levy passes muster at the …
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Ownership, not rentals

Hayden Planning and Zoning OKs project that requires local worker housing
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Ownership, not rentals

Hayden Planning and Zoning OKs project that requires local worker housing
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Family strings

He's a longtime Canfield Middle School history teacher. She's a 2020 Coeur d'Alene High School graduate who goes to the University of California Berkley. He plays guitar. She plays violin. History teacher Tony Cox will join daughter Zoe Cox on stage Thursday at Post Ride Bar.
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Riding on the wind

Dogsmile Adventures provides sailing therapeutic experiences for all
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Riding on the wind

Dogsmile Adventures provides sailing therapeutic experiences for all
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Walk Run READ

Literacy Project of North Idaho hosting 5K community event Aug. 6
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'We don’t need to drown our culture'

Life is changing in Post Falls. For some longtime residents, it doesn't feel like it's changing for the better. "I’m putting a lot of the pressure on the city of Post Falls to not take away what we already have,” said Denny Wagoner, who lives on the corner of Greensferry …
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Cha-ching!

Post Falls man wins $535K, coveted gold bracelet at World Series of Poker event
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Ka-Mee-Lin in the community

Day campers visit Post Falls museum, city hall
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Remembering the fallen, honoring those still here

Wreaths Across America mobile exhibit comes to Post Falls
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Metal detection wands in schools?

Lakeland starts discussion; Post Falls to hold safety seminar Monday
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Viking Field of Dreams

Coeur d'Alene High athletics field to receive $1.4 million overhaul
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Post Falls school, safety leaders hold public forum

Superintendent, first responders field questions from community
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Help keep Robin home

At just 52, Hayden man with MS seeks stem cell transplant to avoid assisted living
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Step Up for Down Syndrome is July 23

All-inclusive event will feature family activities, entertainment, raffle drawings
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Metal detection wands in schools?

Lakeland starts discussion; Post Falls to hold safety seminar Monday
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Local ladies earn accolades from Idaho Business Review

Amador, Keen, Brown, Brady are 2022 Women of the Year honorees
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Wreaths Across America exhibit coming to North Idaho

Mobile education exhibit will be at Newby-ginnings Wednesday
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Inland Northwest Opera takes to the lake Sunday, Monday

'Don Pasquale' features beautiful music, lighthearted story
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Dazzling divas

Women's perspectives to be shared, celebrated on stage Saturday at the JACC
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Warm welcome for Lakeland superintendent

Trustees present Arnold with plaque, flowers during board meeting
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41-acre annexation proposed in Post Falls

Hearing July 25; public comment deadline Monday
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Cd'A School Board approves teacher contracts

Educators to receive 3.25% pay increase, incentives for professional development
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Rollin' through the River City

Post Falls Festival Parade delights community; festivities continue today
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Stories of strength

Kootenai Recovery Community Center fills service gaps, connects resources to people in need
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Preparing for takeoff

Brooke's Seaplane returns to the skies July 14
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Doodle for Google voting opens today

Post Falls student Kaylin O'Halloran among state finalists in Google art contest
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American spirit

Thousands turn out for Fourth of July parade in downtown Coeur d'Alene despite rain
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Something to celebrate

Marimn Health Coeur Center a safe, fun space for youth, community members
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Something to celebrate

Marimn Health Coeur Center a safe, fun space for youth, community members
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All hands on deck for veteran artist and wife

Community rallies to help couple who've been priced out of their home
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Gardens of peace

Coeur d'Alene Garden Club 24th annual Garden Tour is July 10
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Medals and memories

Walls of Honor pay tribute to Garden Plaza residents, employees who served their country
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Civics simulation

Gem Boys State gives local students inside look at how government works
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Servants, scholars, saints

Coeur du Christ Academy to open in historical downtown Coeur d'Alene church this fall
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Medical debt relief on the way

Changes coming Friday to health care debt reporting
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Communication station

Amateur Radio Field Day begins at 11 a.m. today, goes through 11 a.m. Sunday
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Communication station

Amateur Radio Field Day begins at 11 a.m. today, goes through 11 a.m. Sunday
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Altruistic all-stars

United Way of North Idaho honors Maggie Lyons, Debi Alsager during awards luncheon
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Yearbook fallout

Cd'A schools issues 50 refunds for controversial Canfield yearbook
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Yearbook fallout

Cd'A schools issues 50 refunds for controversial Canfield yearbook
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Gifts that keep giving

Women's Gift Alliance to distribute $85,000 in grants Thursday
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School levy headed for a ballot in Cd’A

District will ask voters to head to polls Aug. 30
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Superintendent shuffle

Nelson named deputy superintendent; Derrick joins Cd'A as assistant superintendent of secondary education
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A beautiful day for helping out

Windermere agents spend Community Service Day at Children's Village
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More than a Band-Aid needed for Cd'A schools

Trustees to consider asking voters to approve levy for property maintenance and security
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License to WIN

Post Falls High grad wins car; Knudtsen Chevrolet celebrates 83 years
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Bluegrass at the JACC

Grammy-nominated Dave Adkins Band to perform Monday
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Healthy water, happy community

New signs at Third Street Boat Launch educate about invasive species, stormwater pollution
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Expanding citizen engagement and input

Rathdrum working to update its public comment process
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Don't be fooled by rain — fire season is coming

Gov. Little visits Coeur d'Alene Interagency Fire Cache
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Trustee resigns from Post Falls School Board

District accepting applications for replacement to serve through December 2025
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Don't be fooled by rain — fire season is coming

Gov. Little visits Coeur d'Alene Interagency Fire Cache
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Two NIC trustees walk out of presidential interview

Banducci, McKenize abruptly leave meeting while interviewing presidential candidate
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Generosity, not virtuosity

Street Music Week brings happy harmonies to Sherman Avenue through Friday
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Two NIC trustees walk out of presidential interview

Banducci, McKenize abruptly leave meeting while interviewing presidential candidate
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Rainy rainbows, sunny skies

neither the rain nor anything else going on in downtown Coeur d'Alene dampened the spirits of those participating in the North Idaho Pride Alliance's annual Pride in the Park event.
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Rainy rainbows, sunny skies

Pride in the Park revelers enjoy colorful day in Coeur d'Alene City Park
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Boating, water sports companies will operate from new docks near Cd'A's Harbor Center

Boating, water sports companies will operate from new docks near Harbor Center
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Middle school releases disturbing yearbook

Canfield principal apologizes for offensive material
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Middle school releases disturbing yearbook

Canfield principal apologizes for offensive material
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Entering a new era for homeless animals

New name, logo will accompany new facility when it opens later this year
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Free summer concerts return Sunday

Shows will be in Hayden, Coeur d'Alene City Park
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'I think Joan Kroc would be proud of us'

Kroc Center founding member Sue Thilo retiring from advisory board, to be honored as life member
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New social studies texts headed for Cd'A classrooms

Some raise concerns about content of textbooks, supplemental resources
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Levy possible for Cd'A School District this summer

Funding would tackle huge backlog of deferred maintenance
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Education, culture, tradition

Coeur d'Alene Tribal School welcomes visitors from U.S. Department of Education
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NIC announces presidential finalists

Candidate open forums for next NIC president to be held throughout June
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Randles named new Kootenai County magistrate judge

Kootenai County deputy prosecutor Destry Randles appointed to Kootenai County magistrate position
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NIC announces presidential finalists

Candidate open forums for next NIC president to be held throughout June
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North Idaho speller out of Scripps Spelling Bee

'Gaillardia' bests Emerson Rakes in first round of Scripps National Spelling Bee
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She's a trooper

Jaicey Lupton, 7, sworn in as honorary member of Idaho State Police
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Cool hair, fancy flair

Car d'Lane Pinup and Greaser Contest starts at 1 p.m.
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She's a trooper

Jaicey Lupton, 7, sworn in as honorary member of Idaho State Police
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Colors of joy

Cyndie Hammond is 2022 Art on the Green poster artist
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Help find these furbabies

Four felines escaped from CDA Pet Resort; two still at large
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Young scientists seek watershed solutions

Students exhibit research during Youth Water Summit
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Young scientists seek watershed solutions

Students exhibit research during Youth Water Summit
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Little things, big excitement

Post Falls High freshman selected as Idaho winner in Doodle for Google contest
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Unexpected bonus bucks

'Salary salvage' adds $200, $400 to employee paychecks
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Unexpected bonus bucks

'Salary salvage' adds $200, $400 to employee paychecks
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NIC trustees move closer to hiring permanent president

Forgone taxing authority, Robert’s Rules of Order discussed
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NIC trustees move closer to hiring permanent president

Forgone taxing authority, Robert’s Rules of Order discussed
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Film fans political flames

'2000 Mules' stirs fierce reactions from community members
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Mentoring garden ready for season

High school students prepare to grow produce for Post Falls Senior Center
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Advancing opportunity, prosperity, growth

Nonprofit announces LaunchNW initiative
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Get help with COVID-related funerals

Families of COVID victims can be reimbursed up to $9,000 to lay loved ones to rest
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Get help with COVID-related funerals

Families of COVID victims can be reimbursed up to $9,000 to lay loved ones to rest
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Families feel baby formula shortage squeeze

Supply disruptions, major safety recall fuel national formula shortage
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Advancing opportunity, prosperity, growth

Nonprofit announces LaunchNW initiative
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Families flock to Fernan STEM music night

School hosts evening of science, socializing, joyful noise
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Introducing: CDA ACT

Out of the Shadows Theater announces rebrand
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Bitter losses, sweet victories

Winning newcomers and losing incumbents share reactions to primary results
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Adventures in agriculture

Fairgrounds hosts area fifth-graders during three-day Farm to Table event
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Local legislative races feature several nail-biters

Redman, Mendive led by large margins; most races extremely close
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Voters, start your engines

Polls open at 8 a.m., close at 8 p.m. for primary election today
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Advancing opportunity, prosperity, growth

Nonprofit announces LaunchNW initiative
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Coeur d'Alene Realty: Cheers to 100 years

Smock family shares milestones, community contributions from a century in business
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Silver Angels Poker Run is May 21

Classic cars will cruise by local senior living facilities
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Hakuna matata!

'Lion King Jr.' opens today at Christian Center School
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Mental health provider crisis

Region in dire need of professionals to help people through tough times
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Historical treasure trove

Released April 1, 1950 Census provides deeper look into America's past
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Aiming for attorney general

Former congressman Raúl Labrador visits The Press to discuss attorney general campaign thus far
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Aiming for attorney general

Former congressman Raúl Labrador visits The Press to discuss attorney general campaign thus far
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Gas prices soar

Idaho sets record for highest average price for regular gas at $4.48 per gallon
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Dueling events raise community concerns

Pride in the Park, Gun d'Alene both scheduled for June 11
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Rathdrum Police: Negligent discharge was fatal

21-year-old Cody Evenson identified as victim in April 10 negligent shooting in Rathdrum
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Dueling events raise community concerns

Pride in the Park, Gun d'Alene both scheduled for June 11
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

HOT SHOTS

Idaho youths participate in shooting sports championship at Coeur d'Alene Skeet and Trap Club in Hayden
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Cold truth warmly told: Stories from Antarctica

Author David Grann shares stories from 'The White Darkness' at Idaho Humanities Council Dinner
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Saluting student scholars

Area schools celebrate students committing to their futures
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Hayden has a mayor!

Longtime Hayden resident Scott Forssell appointed to serve as interim mayor; a time for healing begins
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Early voting has begun

Election's office reports 1,442 absentee ballots returned as of Monday afternoon
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

'Bring it on'

Antagonistic emails in Hayden revealed; Saterfiel withdraws from mayor race
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Hayden Canyon finally arrives

Massive planned community at Government Way and Lancaster should begin home construction this summer
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Family Promise Fiesta is May 5

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo by supporting local families experiencing homelessness
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Real people, real problems

Democratic Senate candidate David Roth focuses on issues facing Idahoans
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Seedling sacking party

Volunteers, students prepare 4,000 seedlings for Arbor Day giveaway
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

'Meet the Candidates' viewing party is Saturday

League of Women Voters invites community to watch candidate interviews Saturday
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Hayden announces candidates for interim mayor

Five people applied to be interim mayor of Hayden, but process could still face uncertainty amid council discord
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Beautification collaboration

Civic Engagement Alliance, volunteers participate in Trash Tag Challenge
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Medical loophole: A question of client choice

Federal law allows physicians to refer to their own physical therapy clinics
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Virtual forum featuring county candidates is Monday

See county candidates square off during online forums Monday
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Helping those who help us

JW Memorial Foundation kickoff event is April 30 at fairgrounds
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Terri Pickens Manweiler: Ready to fight

Democratic candidate for lieutenant governor Terri Pickens Manweiler is determined to win
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Grown with love

Regenerative Lazy JM Ranch celebrates Earth Day and 50 years of ownership
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

New COVID testing site opens in Hayden

Curative chooses Hayden for first COVID-19 testing site in Idaho
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

KC Dems to host inaugural cornhole tournament Saturday

Kootenai County Democrats to host inaugural cornhole tournament Saturday
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Down but far from out

Ballard Golf and Power continues business in showroom after fire consumes shop across the street
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Candidates go toe to toe

Primary hopefuls sound off during non-partisan Friday night forum at Mica Flats Grange
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Wanted: Hayden mayor

Applications for interim mayor accepted through 5 p.m. April 25; exact process remains undecided
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

'A complete loss'

Tuesday night fire at Ballard Golf Cars and Power Sports in Hayden cost $2.5M in damages for building alone
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

Fire engulfs commercial building in Hayden

No injuries reported
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

Sparks fly at Hayden City Council meeting

Applications for interim mayor will be accepted through April 25
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

'Meet the Candidates' now live online

View 'Meet the Candidates' interview series on cdapress.com
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

Transformative technology

Charity Tracker a game changer for shifting the paradigm of benevolence
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

Making the grade

Woodward gets 100%, Dixon gets %40, Scott gets 20%
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 2 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

Local 4-H club shoots for the stars

Round Mountain Ryders named Kootenai/Shoshone 4-H club of the year
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS AGO

Macomber on attorney general campaign trail

Art Macomber discusses opponents, campaign trail for attorney general
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS AGO

Making the grade

Idaho Business for Education rates lawmakers on education votes during 2022 Legislative session
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS AGO

Perplexing protocol

City attorney weighs in on perplexing protocol surrounding special, emergency and executive Monday meetings
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS AGO

Giddy up for Children's Advocacy Center

Hats and Hooves benefit event for Children's Advocacy Center set for May 7
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS AGO

Hayden holds emergency session

Hayden interim mayoral process discussion postponed
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS AGO

'A part of our hearts will always be theirs'

Salvation Army majors share memories, heartache for friends, colleagues in besieged Ukraine
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS AGO

Reilly — for governor?

David J. Reilly has filed to run as a write-in candidate
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS AGO

Break out the champagne

Big day at Hagadone Marine as Quick Launch officially opens for business
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS AGO

Right of way wrong for campaign signs

Election materials placed on Idaho Transportation Department land subject to removal
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS AGO

Hayden mayor workshop Monday

Special meeting to review Hayden mayor hiring process will be Monday at 4 p.m. in Hayden City Hall
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS AGO

Jam 4 Cans a successful smash

Ski, snowboard events in Post Falls, Mount Spokane bring in nearly 1,300 pounds for food banks
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS AGO

Little stops Coronavirus Pause Act

Little says 'no' to bill prohibiting vaccine requirements; bill may be overturned in Senate
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS AGO

Little stops Coronavirus Pause Act

Little says 'no' to bill prohibiting vaccine requirements; bill may be overturned in Senate
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS AGO

How bright they shine

Find your copy of the Best of 2022 Winners Guide in today's Press
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS AGO

Tax-Aide sessions full for season

Local AARP Tax-Aide program for free tax services can take no more appointments
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS AGO

Reilly — for governor?

David J. Reilly has filed to run as a write-in candidate
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS AGO

Daily Doberman

Post Falls pooch big fan of fetching newspaper every morning
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS AGO

Idaho opens surplus piggy bank

Idaho surplus funds to pay for infrastructure, debt, repairs, capital projects
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS AGO

Start, grow, expand, recover

Small Business Administration's Joel Nania speaks at Hayden Chamber breakfast
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS AGO

A beautiful slice of life

Businessman, mentor, champion for education will be sorely missed
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS AGO

Reactions mixed about abortion ban

Reactions mixed about new law that bans abortions after six weeks
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS AGO

Reactions mixed about abortion ban

Reactions mixed about new law that bans abortions after six weeks
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS AGO

Stalemate

Special meeting planned April 4 as Hayden opens mayoral search to public
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS AGO

Green around the gills

Red Hot Mamas stranded in Ireland after positive COVID tests
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS AGO

Unaffiliated voters off hook for now

House Bill 439 stalls in State Affairs Committee
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS AGO

Celebration underground

Idaho Strategic Resources makes history as it live-streams NYSE opening bell from inside Golden Chest Mine
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS AGO

Totally tubular

NIC student Aleah Jones uses awesome '80s style to create 40th annual Spring Dash art
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS AGO

Kastning withdraws from state rep race

Tim Kastning withdraws from state representative race
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS AGO

Broadway comes to Silverwood

From Nashville to North Idaho, new train act finds 'untapped potential' at theme park
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS AGO

Beds and blessings

Community, churches collaborate to buy mattresses for Family Promise of North Idaho
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS AGO

Welcome home

Coeur d'Alene Casino Resort Hotel celebrates 29 years
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS AGO

Welcome home

Coeur d'Alene Casino Resort Hotel celebrates 29 years
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS AGO

Journey yields sad truth about Earth's oceans

Plastic pollution expedition yields sad truth about man's impact on Earth's oceans
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS AGO

HB666 on pause in Senate

Bill removes protections for schools, libraries, others 'disseminating harmful materials to minors'
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS AGO

Journey yields sad truth about Earth's oceans

Plastic pollution expedition yields sad truth about man's impact on Earth's oceans
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS AGO

Jody's going to Hawaii!

First responder, mom of four wins Press Forever Summer Getaway
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS AGO

HB666 on pause in Senate

Bill removes protections for schools, libraries, others 'disseminating harmful materials to minors'
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS AGO

One More Ride

Motorcycle community will celebrate member in hospice care during event Saturday
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS AGO

From snow banks to food banks

Jam 4 Cans Charity Rail Jams returns this weekend and next
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS AGO

Most North Idaho legislators support abortion measure

Senate Bill 1309 amends Fetal Heartbeat Preborn Child Protection Act
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS AGO

Workforce housing bill advances

Workforce Housing Fund bill receives support in Senate Commerce, Human Resources Committee
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS AGO

Workforce housing bill advances

Workforce Housing Fund bill receives support in Senate Commerce, Human Resources Committee
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS AGO

Saterfiel: Why not mayor?

Past Hayden Council president, longtime member Roger Saterfiel shares plans to apply for opening
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS AGO

Golden moment for Idaho Strategic Resources

North Idaho resource company celebrates listing on New York Stock Exchange
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS AGO

Golden moment for Idaho Strategic Resources

North Idaho resource company celebrates listing on New York Stock Exchange
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS AGO

County races

More contenders join the race as Kootenai County candidates file by Friday deadline
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS AGO

Local support for worker housing bill lacking

PAHA's Maggie Lyons urges legislators to vote 'yes' on HB701
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS AGO

Local support for worker housing bill lacking

PAHA's Maggie Lyons urges legislators to vote 'yes' on HB701
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS AGO

Extra! Extra! This cool stuff could be yours

Newspapers in Education Auction goes through Monday night, live online now
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS AGO

Extra! Extra! This cool stuff could be yours

Newspapers in Education Auction goes through Monday night, live online now
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS AGO

Extra! Extra! This cool stuff could be yours

Newspapers in Education Auction goes through Monday night, live online now
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS AGO

Community watchdogs

Hayden to reconvene public safety citizen task force, details to be presented next City Council meeting
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS AGO

Evening of Hope returns to Post Falls Library

Evening of Hope cancer group back after two-year hiatus
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Education keeping babies, children safe

NISSA releases annual impact report
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

White steps forward to potentially lead Hayden

Council configures interim mayoral appointment process, will vote March 22
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

North Idaho hearts hear battle cry

Art Spirit raises $20K for Ukrainian artist, support continues to pour in
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Local photographer to present European photos Saturday at Art Spirit

'28 Days of Spontaneous Travel across Europe' show at Art Spirit at 7 p.m. Saturday
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Families Feeding Families fares favorably

Kroc Center distributes 250 food boxes with help from Ramsey Magnet School of Science
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Ukraine heartbreak hits home

Ukrainian artist featured in Art Spirit Gallery, show opens Saturday
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Jack's bike jacked

Community rallies to replace bike stolen from 6-year-old Post Falls boy
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Garbed in green, determined to dance

Red Hot Mamas prepare for last hurrah in Ireland
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Workforce housing bill squeaks through House

Workforce housing bill squeaks through House, now goes to senate
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Ukraine heartbreak hits home

Ukrainian artist featured in Art Spirit Gallery, show opens Saturday
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Truck yeah

Masses of North Idahoans flock to I-90 to salute American Freedom Convoy on its way to Washington, D.C.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Truck yeah

Masses of North Idahoans flock to I-90 to salute American Freedom Convoy on its way to Washington, D.C.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Truck yeah

Masses of North Idahoans flock to I-90 to salute American Freedom Convoy on its way to Washington, D.C.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Humphreys wants a debate

Gubernatorial candidate Ed Humphreys speaks with The Press about his campaign, platforms
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Roetter serving as acting Hayden mayor

Hayden moves forward after Griffitts resignation, Roetter to serve as interim mayor
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Ticket price website reverses course

Rather than placing sixth on the "Top 10 Amusement Parks with the Highest Price Increase Since 2017" list, DealA reversed course to accurately represent Silverwood's price changes.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Feeling philanthropic

New Idaho Community Foundation CEO Steve Burns brings with him decades of nonprofit experience
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Words with Wasden

Idaho Attorney General Lawrence Wasden visited the region last week
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Even fun can't escape rising costs

Silverwood No. 6 on DealA's list of highest ticket price increases since 2017
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Marriage rates down — but not in N. Idaho

Study says marriage rates are down, but 2022 will be big for weddings
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Marriage rates down — but not in N. Idaho

Study says marriage rates are down, but 2022 will be big for weddings
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

'Irreplaceable'

Lakeland School District hosts 'Irreplaceable' Parent Night provides resources, safe space to talk about suicide
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Ricky's rad red hair

Third-grader chops off 13 inches of hair to donate to Hair We Share
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

You, yes YOU, can run for office

Kootenai County League of Women Voters, Civic Engagement Alliance to host Elections 101 Workshop on Feb. 26
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Paddle, Buck bring in the bucks

Battle of the Buck, Battle for the Paddle bring in more than $23,000 for community causes
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Care Affair brings in $80K

CDAIDE announces record-breaking results from Care Affair event
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Rules for Idaho voters in flux

Three bills in Idaho Legislature if passed could have big impacts on voting as early as May primaries
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Rules for Idaho voters in flux

Three bills in Idaho Legislature if passed could have big impacts on voting as early as May primaries
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Words with Wasden

Idaho Attorney General Lawrence Wasden visited the region last week
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

'Through the Eyes of a Friend'

Nationally acclaimed program about Anne Frank is being shared in middle schools, community this week
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

CDA man suspect in shooting

Francis Gunseor, 35, being held under guard at Kootenai Health for Friday shooting in Post Falls
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

CDA man suspect in shooting

Francis Gunseor, 35, being held under guard at Kootenai Health for Friday shooting in Post Falls
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

You go, girls!

Lakes eighth-grader Emerson Rakes is spelling bee champ, Cd'A Charter sixth-grader Amiah Van Hill is first runner-up
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Bloody good time

Hayden Haunted Mansion Valentine Bloody Massacre event continues tonight
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Words with Wasden

Idaho Attorney General Lawrence Wasden stopped by The Press on Friday
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

'We can do amazing things together'

Debbie Critchfield, Phil McGrane spend Thursday in North Idaho
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Councilman departs social media group

After a year and 3,000 members, DePriest detaches from Responsible North Idaho Growth social media group
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Moose: 'Don't mind if I yew'

Gentle Family Dentistry happy to have a large furry visitor early Tuesday morning
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Hope exists, help is available

Lakeland to host 'Irreplaceable' Parent Night at 5 p.m. Feb. 17 at Kootenai Technical Education Campus
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Quilting mission accomplished

92-year-old Fern Glass quilts, donates 365 blankets to Newby-ginnings
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Public reception for candidates Thursday

Two state candidates to appear at reception Thursday at Bakery by the Lake East
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Return the favor for hospitality workers

Care Affair proceeds will help community for the rest of the year
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Reactions to Gov. Little signing HB 436 into law

Reactions to Gov. Little signing HB 436 into law
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Annual reports reveal campaign contributions, expenses

Campaign contributions, expenditures revealed in 2021 annual finance reports
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Serving up support for Tricia McCullough

Meltz Extreme Grilled Cheese brings community together for wreck survivor
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Families Feeding Families campaign begins today

Kroc Center Families Feeding Families February Food Drive begins today, goes through Valentine's Day
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Speaking with the Speaker

Idaho House Speaker Scott Bedke discusses legislative session, lieutenant governor race
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Smoke is cheap in Idaho

WalletHub ranks Idaho as the ninth state in the country for costs associated with smoking
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Warm your heart at Care Affair

Care Affair benefit for hospitality, restaurant workers is Feb. 10 in Coeur d'Alene Resort
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

'Gross' comment raises eyebrows, ire

White says she was making pun about number
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Recipe for success

Village Bakery celebrates new space, ribbon cutting at 10 a.m. Tuesday
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Hayden Chamber champions

Hayden Chamber honors champs of 2021; welcomes new chair, board of directors at annual meeting
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Searching for Honeysuckle's sweet spot

Community members share concerns, ideas during Honeysuckle Beach open house
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A vision for Coeur d'Alene

Coeur d'Alene officials review final draft of comprehensive plan during joint workshop session
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House approves education bill in 55-14 vote

House Bill 443 passes house 55-14, now goes to Senate
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Finding solutions to housing woes

Group will give housing study presentations to community in coming months
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Continuing their mission for education

Members of North Idaho Education Association Retired Chapter keep learning, teaching, advocating and having fun along the way
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Problematic pollution in the Pacific

Hayden man Reid Harlocker to embark on month-long environmental awareness expedition
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Key ed bill heads to House floor

House Bill 443 could reduce the need for supplemental levies while improving teacher compensation packages
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Sing it, Jordynn!

Woodland sixth-grader already building resume as performance artist, sings national anthem at Gonzaga games
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Key ed bill heads to House floor

House Bill 443 could reduce the need for supplemental levies while improving teacher compensation packages
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Home sweet home? Not for everyone

Study highlights housing challenges in Kootenai County
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A FOUR-LETTER WORD

County, city leaders share details of American Rescue Plan Act government funding
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Experience, empathy, expertise

Lake City Counseling Center welcomes Clark Guest as new clinical director
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A FOUR-LETTER WORD

County, city leaders share details of American Rescue Plan Act government funding
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Have you herd?

A large herd of elk enjoys a snowy field in north Hayden
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Have you herd?

A large herd of elk enjoys a snowy field in north Hayden
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Tax-Aide taking appointments

Appointments now being scheduled for free AARP Tax-Aide preparations; sessions begin Feb. 1
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Tax-Aide taking appointments

Appointments now being scheduled for free AARP Tax-Aide preparations; sessions begin Feb. 1
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Uncover the history in your own home

Upcoming Cd'A Library, Museum of North Idaho workshops focus on capturing oral, family histories
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North Idaho Now Episode 98: Headlines from 1/12 thru 1/14 and interview with Panhandle Health District Public Information Officer Katherine Hoyer

In this episode of the North Idaho Now Podcast, Chanse Watson and Devin Weeks take you through the latest news coming out of the Coeur'd Alene/Post Falls Press, the Bonner County Daily Bee, the Shoshone News-Press, and the the Bonners Ferry Herald from Jan. 12-14.
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North Idaho Now Episode 98: Headlines from 1/12 thru 1/14 and interview with Panhandle Health District Public Information Officer Katherine Hoyer

In this episode of the North Idaho Now Podcast, Chanse Watson and Devin Weeks take you through the latest news coming out of the Coeur'd Alene/Post Falls Press, the Bonner County Daily Bee, the Shoshone News-Press, and the the Bonners Ferry Herald from Jan. 12-14.
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North Idaho Now Episode 98: Headlines from 1/12 thru 1/14 and interview with Panhandle Health District Public Information Officer Katherine Hoyer

In this episode of the North Idaho Now Podcast, Chanse Watson and Devin Weeks take you through the latest news coming out of the Coeur'd Alene/Post Falls Press, the Bonner County Daily Bee, the Shoshone News-Press, and the the Bonners Ferry Herald from Jan. 12-14.
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North Idaho Now Episode 98: Headlines from 1/12 thru 1/14 and interview with Panhandle Health District Public Information Officer Katherine Hoyer

In this episode of the North Idaho Now Podcast, Chanse Watson and Devin Weeks take you through the latest news coming out of the Coeur'd Alene/Post Falls Press, the Bonner County Daily Bee, the Shoshone News-Press, and the the Bonners Ferry Herald from Jan. 12-14.
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The 60-second elevator pitch

North Idaho Alliance hosts Perk It Up '22 networking event in Kroc Center
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Right to Life March and Rally is Jan. 22

Annual Coeur d'Alene Right to Life March and Rally coincides with national pro-life demonstrations
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Hayden City Council off to busy start

With two new members, Hayden City Council dives into business at first 2022 meeting
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Legislative items on conservation radar

Idaho Conservation League, Conservation Voters for Idaho to host Legislative 101 webinar Thursday evening
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Dalton Gardens pulls out all the stops

Dalton Gardens City Council jumps into action during first meeting of 2022, tackling stop signs, code enforcement, more
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SNOW DAY!

Heavy snows blanket North Idaho on Thursday
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Red Hot Mamas burns bright to the end

Health reasons bring an end to North Idaho's fun-loving, big-hearted Red Hot Mamas performance group
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Dalton Gardens: Keeping it rural in '22

Incoming leaders prioritize preservation, transparency in the year ahead
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Celebrate your local favorites

Nominate your favorite service providers, restaurants, not-for-profits and more for Best of North Idaho 2022 honors
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Finding balance in Hayden

Problem-solving, projects, population priorities lie ahead for Hayden leaders in 2022
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Singing in the new year

Cd'A mom aspires to perform 'Star-Spangled Banner' for NFL
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Even Frosty's frozen! SA

A snowman decoration at 13th Avenue and Idaho Road in Post Falls says it all: "It's cold!"
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Idaho sees first flu death

Idaho's first flu-related death reported in Gooding County
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Better bundle up...

North Idaho plunges into Arctic freeze
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Idaho sees first flu death

Idaho's first flu-related death reported in Gooding County
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Idaho sees first flu death

Idaho's first flu-related death reported in Gooding County
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Christmas JOY

Silver Angels for the Elderly, Santa bring holiday cheer to residents of Lacrosse Health and Rehabilitation Center
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Climate Explorers

Kootenai County Task Force on Human Relations, Coeur d’Alene Tribe partner for successful youth program
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'I woke up with my sheets on fire'

Painter thankful for community response after home fire
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Holidays around the World comes to CDA

HREI's Holidays around the World free event for children goes from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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Gifts galore

Cd'A Police, Les Schwab deliver toys and joys to Kootenai Health
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They got the skills

North Idaho students fare well at SkillsUSA National Championships
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Sharing the fruits of their labor

Panhandle Farm Corridor educates public on local agriculture, invites community to see where, when, how farm products are made, grown
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Bloom where you're planted

Cd'A Garden Club's 23rd annual Garden Tour is 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 11
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Bubbles, bikes, stars 'n' stripes

The Coeur d’Alene Recreation Department's Kiddies Parade
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Pastor heading to greener pastures

First Presbyterian's Craig Sumey's final service is Sunday before he departs for Oakland, Fla.
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A joyful, sometimes tearful, journey in journalism

Thanks, community. I've loved writing about you!
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Baldridge and Bonfires

Kootenai County Young Professionals hosting country concert at Hayden Eagles on July 9 to benefit Tesh, Inc.
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Yep, she's always on the run

Despite injury, incoming Coeur d'Alene High freshman founds track club, races toward Junior Olympics
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Everlasting love

Post Falls couple Fred and Dorla Overlin will celebrate their 75th wedding anniversary Friday
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New look, same sound

Music Conservatory of Coeur d'Alene receives facelift compliments of Benjamin Moore, Mayor Widmyer
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Back in action

CYT North Idaho's film production of 'Shrek the Musical' to be released, live-streamed in July
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Big score for Coeur54

Coeur54 golf event brings in $30,000 for local charities in second year
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Helping ease the heartache

Home repairs help ease burdens for young family grieving loss of infant son
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Hot dog!

City of Hayden, Kootenai Humane Society host second Dog Days of Summer-Fest on a sizzling Saturday in Stoddard Park
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Feeling is believing

Local braille champ Bradyn Sefick, 10, to compete in remote Braille Challenge on Wednesday
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Free Summer Concert Series begins Thursday in Hayden

Handshake Productions free Summer Concert Series begins Thursday in Hayden
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Curiosity + innovation = fun

Elementary students explore innovation and more at Camp Invention
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Dog shot in the eye in Hayden

Owners filing civil suit, restraining orders against neighbor after dog was found injured
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Creating community

A beautiful community is growing at Adam Schluter's Monday Night Dinners
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Orchard Ridge celebrates a century

Senior community Orchard Ridge to host centennial events in August, September
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Mow-town merriment

Big Back-In lawnmower drag race event in Spirit Lake celebrates Father's Day the North Idaho way
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Charter school coming in '22

Alternative charter school Elevate Academy North is slated to open in 2022 in Tullamore subdivision in Post Falls
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Hitchin' a ride

Classic cruise commences 30th annual Car d'Lane; festivities continue today
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United Way honors community's finest

Donna Brundage named Nonprofit Professional of the Year, Bev Moss earns Volunteer of the Year from United Way
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Stories of summer

#CDAReads reading program encourages kids to read at least seven books this summer
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Mr. Sandford's Opus

Longtime Lake City High music educator Tim Sandford retires on a high note
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H20nly, please

Winton, Sorensen students paint storm drains, remind community not to pollute
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Come on down to the Snack Shack

Coeur d'Alene 9-year-old builds concession stand, holding raffle for Kootenai Humane Society on July 14
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Top supes step down before new one arrives

Cd'A School District loses three high-ranking administrators before new superintendent's contract begins
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ArtWalk tonight will feature Sorensen students

Eight collaborative pieces from Hayden artist Anne Hedin and Sorensen students will be on display from 3 to 8 p.m. in The Resort Plaza Shops
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Onward and upward

Project SEARCH celebrates 11th graduating class
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Imparting a little wisdom

Gov. Brad Little shares words of wisdom with Lakeland High Class of 2021
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See works of beauty tonight at the JACC

View art from Betty Billups and the late Robert Walton in the Jacklin Arts and Cultural Center from 5 to 7 tonight
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North Idaho's Merit Scholars

Students earn accolades, scholarships for academic awesomeness
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Post Falls pre-registration for '21-'22 school year is open now

Now is the time to register new students, kindergartners in the Post Falls School District
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Cd'A School District responds to 'critical race theory' commentary

Idaho Freedom Foundation piece paints Cd'A School District as 'radical,' 'pernicious'
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Hayden Lake School sells for $2.3M

Cd'A School Board accepts offer from Hayden Bible Fellowship in $2.3 million offer for Hayden Lake School
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An artist in print and Press

Press employee releases new comic, 'Surrender Man'
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Critical moment has come

Time is of the essence to raise $1.5M by Sept. 1 to start construction on Kootenai Humane Society's new animal shelter this fall
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Coeur54 swings into action for charity

Golf buddies to raise funds for Village of Hope, First Tee of Idaho
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Feathered friends flock to NExA

Birds of Prey Northwest educates NExA students about owls, eagles, hawks
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Paint the town rainbow

CDA4Pride campaign includes series of educational, fun, inclusive events throughout June
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Cd'A postpones new magnet school

Cd'A School District presses pause on planned magnet school until '22-'23 school year citing financial pinch, about 200 kids affected
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Light up the Sky

North Idaho Young Life benefit concert is June 4, tickets on sale now
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A new era in the air

No Limits Aviation owner buys Brooks Seaplanes, has plans to grow aviation community in North Idaho
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Traffic, school, construction clash on Moselle Drive

Traffic, school, construction clash on Moselle Drive
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Azure Wilson: 'Embrace every experience,'

Fast Five
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Stuff the Bus for Post Falls schools

Drop off nonperishable food items, diapers at any Post Falls elementary school Tuesday through Friday to help students Stuff the Bus
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We have liftoff

Silverwood's Stunt Pilot coaster an aerial adventure - ribbon cutting is Saturday
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ENT Filmed in the beautiful Inland Northwest

Singer Kika Morelan, The Song Mill Studios release new music videos
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Isn't life grand?

Local woman donates $15,000 grand piano to Cd'A Music Conservatory
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The Kroc continues to rock

Kroc Center doing back and better 12 years after opening, a year after pandemic closures
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Blind youngsters 'see' their Idaho

New group My Environment introduces blind, visually impaired youths to Idaho
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Benevolent bucks

Coeur d'Alene Rotary distributes $46,000 in grants to area causes, nonprofits
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FAST FIVE: Kip Sharbono unlocks the potential of those around him

Meet Kip Sharbono, a Coeur d’Alene local who was
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Bright futures in sight

Mountain View students celebrated during signing ceremony with Job Corps, KTEC
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Art on the Moose

Mountain View Alternative High hosting art show, theater festival Thursday
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Crates of kindness

CHS senior living with multiple health conditions creates care package program to lift up other kids going through chronic and long-term illness
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Second time's the charm

Second attempt for Post Falls School District levy approved by narrow margin; Kootenai Fire bond easily passes
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Riding dapper for a cause

Wear your best vest, tails and ties for the Coeur d'Alene Distinguished Gentleman's Ride on Sunday
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From sea to shining sea

Veteran from Indiana riding Harley across U.S. to raise funds to pay American Legion Post mortgages
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Summer adventures ahead

Birthday girl, 4, receives camper, toys, supplies from Make-A-Wish, community partners
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From sea to shining sea

Veteran from Indiana riding Harley across U.S. to raise funds to pay American Legion Post mortgages
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An award for the Wise

Atlas Elementary fourth grade teacher Amy Wise awarded Teacher of the Year for the Coeur d'Alene School District
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Knock the Vote

Citizens for Post Falls School will rally for support this weekend; levy election is Tuesday
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Shine on, Cd'A, shine on

Red Hot Mamas bring joy to drivers during flash event at Appleway and 95 on Friday
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Ruthie Johnson lived an American Dream

'Grand Dame' of North Idaho Republicans Ruthie Johnson dies at 96
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'What would you die for?'

Christian Center School's 'Bridge of Blood' opens today
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She's got that tech knack

U of I student helps build special computer that could change the future of farming
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Masks back on at three Cd'A schools

COVID outbreaks activate mask requirements at Canfield, Woodland, Lake City
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DON'T USE Distinguished Gentleman's Ride is Sunday

Wear your best vest for the Coeur d'Alene Distinguished Gentlemen's Ride on Sunday
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Drivers, start your engines

Nonprofit Silver Angels for the Elderly hosting classic car poker run to raise funds, awareness
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Where the classroom surrounds you

Lakeland Online Academy transforms into Reach Academy hybrid school
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One big happy family

Press Christmas for All makes a big difference in life of big family
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Mosaic magnificence

Sorensen celebrates completion of all-school mural that adds color, beauty to the community
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Hayden Lake School goes back out to bid

Old Hayden Lake School goes out for rebid, minimum set at $2 million
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The cat's pajamas

Hundreds enjoy fashion, food, fun and finery at 3Cs Fashion Show
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Pros of poetry and prose

NIC lit mag Trestle Creek Review turns 35
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Fresh flowers at Fallen Heroes Plaza

Hayden Meadows Elementary continues tradition of honoring fallen heroes by planting beautiful spring flowers
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Roosevelt Inn sale falls through

Historic bed and breakfast remains with Hough family, for now
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Fresh off divorce, stimulus strings can be scary

Holding stimulus checks, tax returns hostage is domestic abuse
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Jazzed about Reading is on the move

Pro-literacy nonprofit lines up assemblies in Lakeland
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We're hiring!

With a low unemployment rate, North Idaho struggles to find employees to fill jobs
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Pick your pony

Cd'A Carousel opens today, announces new pony fostering program
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Community turns out for Hospice of North Idaho

Annual Wine Taste and Auction event raises $200,000
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A blast from the past

Lakes students participate in Civil War reenactment
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A star is born

Lake City High freshman launches first single, album release party is May 16
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'Art in Full Bloom'

Exhibition on NIC campus showcases talents of blossoming artists
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Kindness in Aktion

Tesh Aktion Club collects, donates nearly $200 to thank Kootenai Health housekeepers
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Feeling floral

Cd'A High senior Maysen Deming wins Spring Dash T-shirt Design Contest
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Right where she belongs

Born and raised in North Idaho, Holly Blanchette has returned to lead the Cd'A Symphony
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Of garden gloves and puppy loves

Post Falls students spruce up seniors' yards on Earth Day
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Come away to Neverland

CHS Theatre presents 'Peter/Wendy' through May 1
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Student artists: Experiments in eclecticism

Post Falls High School students
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Thinking globally, winning locally

Coeur d'Alene High School students earn awards at Model UN competition
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Student creates story of wild N. Idaho to celebrate Earth Day

Earth Day Storywalk all about wild North Idaho is on display now at Coeur d'Alene Public Library
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Rubbing elbows in the River City

Post Falls Business Fair a celebration of community
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Stunt Pilot soars toward opening date

Silverwood's new coaster Stunt Pilot opens May 29, auction to reserve seats on the first ride will benefit Children's Village
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Cd'A School Board rescinds mask requirement

Masks will be 'strongly recommended' in Cd'A schools starting Wednesday after 3-2 split vote by the school board
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Cd'A School Board rescinds mask requirement

Masks will be 'strongly recommended' in Cd'A schools starting Wednesday after 3-2 split vote by the school board
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Coeur d'Alene selects new superintendent

Shon Hocker to take over for outgoing Cd'A Superintendent Steve Cook on July 1
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Love at first bite

Longtime North Idaho resident tries a Hudson's Hamburger for the first time
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Who will be Coeur d'Alene School District's next leader?

Orozco, Hocker answer questions from students, teachers and community members as superintendent search reaches final phases
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Feed me, Seymour!

Cd'A Charter Academy production of 'Little Shop of Horrors' opens April 30
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Three ways to spell 'chifforobe'

Cd'A Charter eighth-grader places fourth in virtual Scripps Region Two Spelling Bee
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Hey seniors, need a hand with yard work?

Rake N' Run will send volunteers to help seniors with spring yard work April 29
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Hayden Senior Center looking for new home

Bids to be opened for old Hayden Lake School next week; Hayden Senior Center searching for new home
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 3 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

Anti-maskers show up at special board meeting

Parents, children show up at special Cd'A School Board meeting
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Under pressure

Area high-schoolers prove their mettle welding metal at KTEC competition
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Post Falls School Board chairman: 'We're doubling down'

Second attempt for Post Falls School District levy coming to the polls May 18
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Mask protest SAs

Parents, students across Coeur d'Alene School District protest mask requirement
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'It’s time to let our kids breathe'

Mask protest to take place at several Coeur d'Alene schools today
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Cd'A announces superintendent finalists

Orozco, Hocker make the final two in search for new leader
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

'It’s time to let our kids breathe'

Mask protest to take place at several Coeur d'Alene schools today
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Housing crisis red flag for incoming enterprise

Shortage of home inventory problematic for employers
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Public historian, hospice give gifts of oral history

Public historian Sara Jane Ruggles and Auburn Crest Hospice offer gifts of oral history for patients, families
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Bound for Business Professionals of America greatness

Rathdrum teen only local Idaho Technical Career Academy student to advance to BPA nationals
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Celebrate Earth Week April 17-24

Cd'A Library, Kootenai Environmental Alliance gear up for hybrid event to celebrate Earth Week
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Cd'A trustees split on future of mandatory masks

Board to meet April 19 to decide if face masks will be required or recommended for the rest of the school year
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Garden District moves closer to National Register of Historic Places

Idaho State Historic Preservation Office to determine eligibility for Garden District to be placed on National Register of Historic Places
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Public historian, hospice give gifts of oral history

Public historian Sara Jane Ruggles and Auburn Crest Hospice offer gifts of oral history for patients, families
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Public historian, hospice give gifts of oral history

Public historian Sara Jane Ruggles and Auburn Crest Hospice offer gifts of oral history for patients, families
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Land of promise

Coeur d'Alene couple transforming yard into pollinator meadow
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Competency-based elementary coming to Post Falls

Private Christian K-6 school to open at River Church in September
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Rep the ULCDA brand, help Safe Passage

All proceeds from University of Lake Cd'A T-shirt sales in April will benefit Safe Passage
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Dalton tackles traffic problems today

Dalton holding special workshop and council meeting tonight
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Autism awareness Easter carnival is Saturday

Neighbors N Need event to support local families
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Exceptional Eagles

Several Troop 209 Scouts accomplish highest rank in past year
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Bubbling with excitement

CHS valedictorian Lilian Smith named Coca-Cola Scholar, earns $20,000 scholarship
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Riding into the sunset

Hospice patients to be celebrated Sunday as they cruise in motorcycle cavalcade
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Magic with mosaics

Sorensen Magnet School students prepare pieces of mural with artist Melissa Cole
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Student artists: Infinite imagination

Possibilities are endless in Lake City High's honors art classes
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

A lifetime supply of hope

Recently retired prosthetist orthotist shares stories of working in the world of prosthetics
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Workforce gets ready

Mountain View Alternative hosts Senior Career Interview Day
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Developer saves space for schools in Huetter Corridor

One Post Falls, two Cd'A school sites planned into northwestern growth
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Representation in education

Coeur d'Alene's Student Advisory Group gives student voices a way to be heard
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Classroom crusaders

Philanthropic group Teacher Fund donates $10,000 in school supplies to Borah teachers
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Beans and blessings

North Idaho Christian School packs 10,000 meals to feed needy families in Kentucky
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Percussion perfection

Cd'A Charter senior wins Instrumental Division, earns $1,500 scholarship at UI Jazz Festival
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Activity scholarships available for kids of hospitality workers

CDAIDE offers $3,000 in assistance for camps, extracurriculars
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Second levy attempt coming to Post Falls

$4.955 million-per-year school levy ask will be on May 18 ballot in Post Falls
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

A balancing act

Cd'A School Board discusses counselor-student policies
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Starting from scratch

Mom of five thankful for new chicken coop built through Press Christmas for All, Charity Reimagined
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

This 'Frying Pan' needs a lid

Campaign underway to fund cover for Riverstone stage
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Slime time

Ramsey students raise more than $8,000 for American Heart Association
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Student artists: Courageously creative

Infinite imagination, boldness, bravery found in works of Timberlake Senior High students
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Post Falls down, but not out

School district officials speak out after narrow levy loss
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS AGO

Voters jump for their schools

Voters turn out in favor of public education in three out of four levy elections
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Tabulation time

Kootenai County Elections office ready for today's school levy votes
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Consortium counters racism, inequity

Human Rights Consortium counters racism, anti-Semitism, social inequity, harmful extremism
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

A father's love survives the ages

Collector seeking to return 1930s letter found in painting to rightful owners
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

School levy voting is Tuesday

Coeur d'Alene, Post Falls, Lakeland, Kootenai all on the ballot
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Life is sweet at Athol Orchards

Age-old methods of maple sugaring alive and well in North Idaho
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Powerful tools for caregivers

Free virtual caregiver classes will be Wednesdays from March 24 through April 28
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Advocates for life

Right to Life Commemorative March and Rally is Saturday
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It's the little things

Cd'A author releases cute book on how to be sweet
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Powerful tools for caregivers

Free virtual caregiver classes will be Wednesdays from March 24 through April 28
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Hough chapter closes in Roosevelt history book

John and Tina Hough sell Roosevelt Inn for $3 million
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Reopening is grand

Lake City Center hosts open house, looks forward to longer hours, more events
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New magnet school, free full-day K coming to Cd'A

Board approves big moves for district during Monday meeting
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Letter mystery solved

Family of Dolores, F. Godfrey has been found
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

A father's love survives the ages

Collector seeking to return 1930s letter found in painting to rightful owners
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Give 'em a PhD in creativity

Sunrise Rotary about to make a serious splash with fictitious university
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Child care: An investment with huge return

United Way scholarships help 52 working families; need for community support continues
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

A father's love survives the ages

Collector seeking to return 1930s letter found in painting to rightful owners
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Student artists: Top-tier talent

CHS students paint 2020, collaborate with fifth-graders on upcoming project
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All eyes on Spotlight

Local competitive team first in Idaho to compete, win at Cheersport competition
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Grin and share it

A little joke in the paper has a big impact each day
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Branching out

P1FCU continues to grow with North Idaho
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

March BNJI centerspread: Branching out

P1FCU continues to grow with North Idaho
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

A life transformed

Post Falls grandma loses nearly 100 pounds, is loving life after help from Press Christmas for All, Charity Reimagined
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Songs for superheroes

Emergency room coworkers cover 'Superman' in moving music video
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

A jazzy masterpiece

Cd'A artist's piece selected as commemorative artwork of 2021 Lionel Hamptom Jazz Festival
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Cd'A schools consider full-time return

Special meeting Feb. 25; change could take effect as early as March 3
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Gem State pumps see 20-cent jumps

Idaho experiences largest monthly gas price increase in the country.
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Like a good neighbor, First Pres is there

Church houses NIC Children's Center following windstorm destruction
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Gem State pumps see 20-cent jumps

Idaho experiences largest monthly gas price increase in the country
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Hawaii heroes

Local men rescue swimmers from Maui riptide twice in one day
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

What do you want in a superintendent?

Cd'A School District seeks public input for Cook's replacement
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Lighting up the classroom

Fernan teacher nominated for presidential STEM award
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Coeur d'Alene School District: Levy funding has become vital piece of school funding

$20 million-per-year levy will provide $40 million over two years to support Cd'A School District
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Kindness Cards deliver gratitude, appreciation throughout North Idaho

Kindness Cards deliver gratitude, appreciation throughout North Idaho
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

The Heart Always Remembers

Cd'A singer's album reminds us to find bliss in what we do
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Fairness and the First Amendment

Lake City Academy students take deep dive into responsibilities that accompany freedoms
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Dampened Spirit

Art Spirit Gallery temporarily closed as it recovers from flooding
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Invention Convention announces North Idaho winners

Young inventors earn accolades for creativity, innovation, scientific process
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Lake City Center returns to 'normal'

Congregate meals resume at Lake City Center; drop-off Tax-Aide help, open house coming up
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Clinking through COVID

Study: Idahoans averaged 714 alcoholic drinks in 2020
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Levy funds help retain top teachers

Superintendent Dena Naccarato: 'It’s not supplemental. It’s fundamental'
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Clinking through COVID

Study: Idahoans averaged 714 alcoholic drinks in 2020.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Something to smile about

Avondale Dental provides free dental care for kiddos
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

United Way announces $100K in Community Care Fund grants

Funds benefit nonprofits in Kootenai, Bonner, Shoshone counties
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Casey Ryan's return

Musician Casey Ryan will return to perform in Coeur d'Alene this spring
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Polymers in spaaaaaace

CHS grad part of UI team sending research to International Space Station
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Pinewood pro

Kindergartner roars past competition during Cub Scout wooden car races
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Board updates quarantining in Cd'A schools

New COVID procedures go into effect Thursday
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Twin Lakes' Litzko to be celebrated during National School Counselor Week

Twin Lakes' Justine Litzko to be celebrated during National School Counselor Week
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

LAKELAND LEVY: 'It really matters this year'

Superintendent Becky Meyer: 'It really matters this year'
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

NIC Board: Discord among public officials 'not unusual'

Statement addresses disagreements between trustees, governance issues
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Pizzalebrities

Famous YouTube eaters chow take on Westside Pizza challenge
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

All with Love

Lake City, Cd'A high schools unite for new tradition in absence of Fight for the Fish
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

A lift for local nonprofits

TDS awards nonprofits Best of prize packages
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Locked away but not forgotten

Memory care residents are suffering without the interaction of loved ones.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Locked away but not forgotten

Memory care residents suffering without interaction of loved ones
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Star-spangled speeches

Trinity Home Educators junior wins American Legion Oratorical Contest
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

The gateway to North Idaho

Coeur d'Alene Airport generates big business for local economy
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

A celebration of innovation

Virtual North Idaho Regional Invention Convention begins Friday
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

FEB BJNI: The gateway to North Idaho

Coeur d'Alene Airport generates big business for local economy
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

DRAMANATION

CHS wins ninth consecutive year, Cd'A Charter enjoys year two at the top
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$4.95M per-year levy on ballot for Post Falls

$4.955M per year for two years won't increase taxes
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FAST FIVE Daniel Connelly: Mr. Entertainer

Meet Daniel Connelly, a teacher, director, manager, actor, dancer
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Clearing up school levy confusion

Amounts per year are half the amount of two years
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$9.5M per year levy coming up for Lakeland

No change or even decreases expected in tax rate for Lakeland residents if March 9 levy passes
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

American Legion to host Oratorical Contest on Saturday

Students will deliver speeches about U.S. Constitution
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SPEAK and be heard

New podcasting studio in Cd'A helps community members tell their stories
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Cd'A to update in-school learning, quarantine practice

Secondary schools return to four days Feb. 1; new close contact protocol begins Feb. 15
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Red Hot Mamas will shine during inauguration

Fun-loving performance group to represent Idaho today in 'Parade Across America'
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Cereal will never be the same

Lakes students learn about DNA during extraction lab
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

TDS giving big boosts to five local nonprofits

Nominate your favorites through Sunday night; winners earn $1,025 marketing packages
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Village Bakery helps build dreams, gives big lift to Panhandle Autism Society

Village Bakery provides opportunities while building dreams, giving back to the community.
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Nonviolence, community action at heart of MLK Day event

Civic Engagement Alliance, HREI host online seminar on Martin Luther King Jr. Day
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Nonviolence, community action at heart of MLK Day event

Civic Engagement Alliance, HREI host online seminar on Martin Luther King Jr. Day
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Nonviolence, community action at heart of MLK Day event

Civic Engagement Alliance, HREI host online seminar on Martin Luther King Jr. Day
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

SAs: Cd'A Skatepark

Skateboarders take advantage of an unseasonably warm January day on Monday at the Coeur d'Alene Skate Park as temperatures hovered near 40 degrees.
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Village Bakery helps build dreams, gives big lift to Panhandle Autism Society

Village Bakery provides opportunities while building dreams, giving back to the community
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

North Idahoans work to restore homes, properties

North Idahoans work to restore homes, properties day after Windstorm '21
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Wanted: New Coeur d'Alene superintendent

School district launches national search to find Cook's replacement
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Rally for LGBTQ Youth set for Saturday

Post Falls teen organizing demonstration that will take place in Coeur d'Alene City Park
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Rally for LGBTQ Youth set for Saturday

Post Falls teen organizing demonstration that will take place in Coeur d'Alene City Park
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Good to the bone

If you’ve tweaked your shoulder, snapped your wrist or twisted your ankle, the professionals at Orthopedic Surgery and Sports
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Cd'A superintendent accepts position in Oregon

Cook to remain in current position through end of school year
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Oh no … too warm to snow?

May be too warm for Clark's Let it Snow promo to rain free jewelry on North Idaho
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Oh no … too warm to snow?

May be too warm for Clark's Let it Snow promo to rain free jewelry on North Idaho
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Cd'A School District at center of human rights hurricane

Monday rally involves known anti-LGBT hate group
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Superheroes of business

Best of 2021 nominations open today
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FAST FIVE: Jim Lyon: Hard work and kindness go a long way

Meet Jim Lyon. He considers himself a lifelong Idaho resident who has been blessed wit
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

It's time for your shot, Nurse Piekarski

Cd'A School District lead nurse receives COVID-19 vaccine
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

CDA schools: Biggest levy but low tax rate

Idaho school districts will collect $216.6 million in supplemental property tax levies in 2021
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

It's in the cards

Project will send kindness, gratitude into community
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Brumley takes reins of Coeur d'Alene School Board

Cd'A School Board unanimously elects Jen Brumley as chair as Casey Morrisroe steps down; Rebecca Smith elected vice chair
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Love survives COVID

Glen and Nora Maier continue 70-year love story after beating coronavirus
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

A life in family medicine

Dr. Don Chisholm retires after nearly 40 years
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

FAST FIVE: Amy Wearne's keys to health and happiness

Meet Amy Wearne, the founder and head coach of AIM Nutrition Coaching
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

An abundance of awesomeness

KCYP announces Top 30 Under 40 winners
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Introducing: Mopsy!

North Idaho has a new favorite friend in pink and yellow
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Help Camp Lutherhaven shine in 2021

Fundraising challenge to support Lutherhaven concludes today
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CYT North Idaho: The show goes on

Budget changes, community support keep local kids' theater nonprofit afloat
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CYT North Idaho: The show goes on

Budget changes, community support keep local kids' theater nonprofit afloat
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Winter storms headed to North Idaho

Up to six inches of snow could blanket panhandle
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Pandemic + booze = breakups, bad news

Alcohol contributes to Idaho couples splitting up in 2020, study finds
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 4 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Bunches of lunches (and breakfasts, too!)

Cd'A School District distributes thousands of meals over winter break
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2021 tourism forecast: More Idaho travel in new year

Industry leaders predict more Idaho travel in the new year
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JAN. BJNI - 2021 tourism forecast: More Idaho travel in new year

Industry leaders predict more Idaho travel in the new year
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Firefighters, UI distribute wellness calendars

Firefighters, UI Extension distribute wellness calendars to Cd'A, Post Falls students
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Titans of transparency

Cd'A, Kootenai districts, Cd'A Charter in compliance with state law
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'Miracle on Christmas'

Coeur d'Alene-raised actress appears in holiday film
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Step into Christmas Eve

Trinity Lutheran, Christ the King hosting live events today
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Upton Consulting wins Press website prize, opts to donate

Upton Consulting wins Press website prize, opts to donate
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Upton Consulting wins Press website prize, opts to donate

Upton Consulting wins Press website prize, opts to donate
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Generations of generosity

Grandma, grandsons deliver $1,600 to Press Christmas for All
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Cash in on kindness

Student with perfect attendance donates prize bike to family in need
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Charter's Smith earns national Coach of Year award - again

Charter's Stacy Smith named Coach of the Year for fifth time
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FAST FIVE Celebrate the spirit of the season with the Rev. Craig Sumey

Meet the Rev. Craig Sumey, pastor of First Presbyterian Church in
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Presents for pediatrics

Cd'A Police officers deliver $5,000 in toys, gifts to Kootenai Health
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Keep on dreaming, Bing

Climatologist Harris predicts only 30% chance of white Christmas
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Keep on dreaming, Bing

Climatologist Harris predicts only 30% chance of white Christmas
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Cd'A superintendent a finalist in Oregon

Steve Cook, one other vie to lead Bend-La Pine School District
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Hearts for the arts

Citizens Council for the Arts delivers more than $5,000 in art supplies to local schools
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Help this young helper

LCHS freshman healing from emergency brain surgery
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Bring Max home for Christmas

Family searching for missing dog offers $1,000 reward
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Demand delays delivery of parcels in a pandemic

Packages sent past deadline might not make it by Christmas; no dates 'guaranteed'
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Coeur Closet distributes 3,000 pairs of socks to North Idaho school districts

Coeur Closet distributes 3,000 pairs of socks to North Idaho school districts
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Education in a global pandemic

Educators share experiences working through COVID-19
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FAST FIVE Mark Kuhnhausen: A champion for kids

Mark Kuhnhausen: A champion for kids Mark Kuhnhausen, sports fan and champion for kids.
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A space that's out of this world

Fernan STEM Academy, community partners complete sensory room upgrade
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Sail away with Laura and Bill

Cd'A couple offering virtual cruises packed with 'infotainment'
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Put the pedal to the metal for Red Kettles

Salvation Army holiday campaign down more than $43,000 from this time last year
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Lights grow dim on CYT North Idaho

After 13 years, COVID closes curtains on local theater nonprofit
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Wrapped in love

Coeur d'Alene High students donate hand-tied blankets to North Idaho CASA
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Lights grow dim on CYT North Idaho

After 13 years, COVID closes curtains on local theater nonprofit
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The show that almost was

COVID cancels holiday show 'Traditions of Christmas,' which would have been in ninth year
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Honor and remembrance

Hopsice to hold 39th Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony
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Lights grow dim on CYT North Idaho

After 13 years, COVID closes curtains on local theater nonprofit
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School districts see impacts of remote learning

Local school districts report some academic impacts from remote learning, positives from in-person instruction
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Change the world — start with local kids

Boys and Girls Club Christmas for Kids is Dec. 9, 11
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Update to quarantine, reopening plans for Cd'A Public Schools

Cd'A School Board votes to update reopening plans, quarantine protocol
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Guardsmen enter fray

Employees working long days at COVID testing site finally get a breather
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Busy season for CDAIDE

Nonprofit that supports food service, hospitality workers experiences high volume of requests moving into COVID winter
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Guardsmen enter fray

Employees working long days at COVID testing site finally get a breather
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Fast Five: Cally King: Communication Queen

Meet Cally King, a lover of the outdoors, live music, sushi, her family
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So, what exactly is the Health Care Heroes Fund?

Festival of Trees dollars support pandemic front line workers, COVID patients
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Among the stars

Innovation Collective connects audiences with 19-year-old space enthusiast
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Go. Do. Experience. Win!

Coeur d'Alene Arts and Culture Alliance hosting raffles now through Feb. 12
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FANtastic Faces at the Coeur d'Alene Symphony

Coeur d'Alene Symphony Orchestra to have cardboard cutouts in audience as part of FANtastic Faces project
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Smile - for Joe

700 masks to be given away Dec. 12 at Post Falls High School in honor of local COVID victim
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Love lights the way

Kootenai Humane Society's Lights of Love honors pets, past and present
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The circle of love

CHS students contribute pull tabs to support Ronald McDonald House Charities
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SOS food drive

Lake City, CHS students unite for successful food drive
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Hearts for Health Care Heroes

32nd annual Festival of Trees brings in $418,061 plus $500,000 matching gift for Health Care Heroes Fund
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Local brick-and-mortar stores feeling solid

Despite bleak forecast for in-store business, North Idaho seems to be faring well
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A tree-mendous holiday season

American Christmas traditions abound at Cable Creek Farm
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Fetch those dollars for KHS

Humane Society less than $1 million from starting construction
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Fast Five: Travis Bertram

Travis Bertram captures our stories in pictures
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Songs of solidarity: 'All is Calm' to air on PBS

Local entertainment pros bring WWI Christmas show to national audience
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Art Outside the Bubble

NIC Aspiring Artists show on display in student union building through Dec. 10
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A-wassailing won't be lacking

Locals plan unofficial caroling event for Friday night
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Holiday Marketplace at The Coeur d'Alene Resort this weekend

Vendors will offer festive goods at limited capacity market in The Resort this weekend
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Fetch those dollars for KHS

Humane Society less than $1 million from starting construction
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Retailers ready for shopping season unlike any other

Local retailers ready for Christmas shopping season unlike any other
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DEC BJNI: Retailers ready for shopping season unlike any other

Local retailers ready for Christmas shopping season unlike any other
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Kindness matters, just ask Ali Orjala

Meet Ali Orjala, a wife of a born-and-raised Idahoan and mother
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Ice, ice baby

Indulgent Igloos now on Whispers patio; reservations begin Friday
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'A proper sendoff'

Lake City Academy retires American flag during ceremony on Veterans Day
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An epidemic that hasn't gone away

North Idaho AIDS Coalition to host virtual event Dec. 1 on World AIDS Day
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Treaty Rock Elementary salutes America's heroes

Students write letters to local military, vets deployed around the world
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Bus driver pool feeling some pressure

Half-dozen bus drivers out with COVID or close exposures, other circumstances
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Gettin' buff for Borah

Wildland CrossFit in-house competition raises $1,200 for elementary school
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Updated operations for Post Falls schools

Students will go in person Monday through Thursday, online Fridays
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What a GEM

North Idaho College professor receives Faculty GEM Award for Excellence in General Education Teaching
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Roy Murdock: Respect, honor, gratitude

Meet Roy Murdock, Chief Warrant Officer 4 U.S. Army retired, former
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Resort cancels lighting ceremony fireworks

No holiday fireworks, no Christmas show in downtown Coeur d'Alene this year
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Innovation Collective hosting special Veterans Day event

Fireside Chat to feature veteran, entrepreneur Thomas Tedder
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No holiday parade this year

Cd'A Downtown Association to offer alternative festive fun in lieu of large gathering
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Be their guest — if you dare

Crime Scene Entertainment murder mystery events offer immersive, interactive experiences
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Resort cancels lighting ceremony fireworks

No holiday fireworks, no Christmas show in downtown Coeur d'Alene this year
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Resort cancels lighting ceremony fireworks

No holiday fireworks, no Christmas show in downtown Coeur d'Alene this year
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Spelling bee, RIP

NIC retires from involvement with North Idaho Regional Spelling Bee
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Spelling bee, RIP

NIC retires from involvement with North Idaho Regional Spelling Bee
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Observe and report

Civic Engagement Alliance kept eyes on electioneering, voter interference at polling places on Election Day
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Kindness wins the day

North Idaho individuals, organizations to receive Idaho Philanthropy Day awards Nov. 9
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Paws across the Pacific

Kootenai Humane Society rescues dogs from Hawaii; capital campaign for new shelter nearing 90%
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Fast track back to class

Coeur d'Alene School Board votes to reduce quarantine time for masked students who agree to be tested
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Time to talk turkey

Contact The Press to share info about free local Thanksgiving meals
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Pasta … with a side of paranormal

History, ghost stories alive and well at Tony's on the Lake
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FAST FIVE: Happy Halloween birthday, RaeAnne Capaul!

Meet RaeAnne Capaul, a driven, ambitious person who has been accused
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SPONSORED CONTENT: Home for the holidays

Kootenai Health Foundation's virtual Festival of Trees will be Nov. 27-29
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A little bit of work, a whole lot of love

Love Factor is all about relationships; open house is Saturday
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Halloween smiles

Silver Angels for the Elderly spreads festive cheer at senior living facilities
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Paws across the Pacific

Kootenai Humane Society rescues dogs from Hawaii; capital campaign for new shelter nearing 90%
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Spooky science

Girl Scout Troop 6017 enjoys STEM Halloween party in the Silver Lake Mall
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Silver linings at Silverwood

Silverwood Theme Park gifts $50,000 to Children's Village
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No snow boots needed this Halloween

Following record cold, Halloween to close October in 'relatively normal' weather
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The 'miracle kid' shines through

Family overjoyed as Cd'A 12-year-old's cancerous tumors shrink
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Salvation Army's virtual Red Kettles kick off

Salvation Army's virtual Red Kettles kick off, community invited to sponsor kettles, volunteer
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Submit pics of best-dressed pets

Kootenai Humane Society invites you to submit photos of Halloween-costumed pets, contest closes at 9 a.m. Friday
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Historic bed and breakfasts for sale

Local historic bed and breakfasts on the market after long lives with owners, families
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Lake City longevity

Successful Tesh client celebrates 30-year milestone at Lake City Center
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Snowtober

Press Climatologist Cliff Harris: 'This will be the longest uninterrupted subfreezing period ever recorded in the month of October by Halloween'
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Cd'A School Board keeps eyes on COVID

Two high schools remain in hybrid, rest of district under new four-day "orange" guidelines
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Cd'A School Board: 'We're begging you, please, help us'

Trustees look to community, leaders to stop COVID spread, keep schools open
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Cd'A School Board: 'We're begging you, please, help us'

Trustees look to community, leaders to stop COVID spread, keep schools open
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Creepy Cruises

Creepy Cruises
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University of Idaho CDA to launch Microcredentials

Short courses to aide in professional development, personal productivity; coming this winter
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Lakeland stays in yellow

Board unanimously moves to remain in moderate risk level despite Panhandle Health moving county to 'red'
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Stacey Soltys: Paranormal investigator

Meet Stacey Soltys, the owner of River City Ghost Squad. She has been involved
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Post Falls back to orange

Post Falls School District votes to move back to 'orange' moderate COVID risk level
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Don't dream it, be it

Aspire Community Theatre is at home on Kroc stage, final show of 'Dream Roles and Miscasts' is Sunday
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Stellar STEM students

Tech Trek campers excited for next year; nominations open in November
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Trustee candidates talk diversity, safety, nonpartisanship

Two candidates for NIC Board of Trustees answer questions about diversity, finance, campus safety and more
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Hello, Christmas!

Cd'A Resort rolls out all-new decorations for 2020 holiday season
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3Cs Fall Craft Faire is this weekend

3Cs Fall Craft Faire is Friday, Saturday at fairgrounds
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BOSOM BUDDIES

Local firefighters partner with Kootenai Health Foundation to raise funds for Breast Support Program
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Comfort in a trying time

Bag and Boob Babes offers handmade items for breast cancer patients
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Beach beautification

Crews from Hagadone Marine, Lake Cd'A Cruises pick up trash along shoreline as part of Lake Cleanup Month
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Advocating for people with autism

Speaker, author, adviser Kerry Magro to speak at Nov. 7 conference
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Back to 'orange'

Cd'A School Board shifts COVID category, implements changes to elementary, middle schools
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Turkeys and More in final push for fundraising goal

Nonprofit $4,000 shy of funds needed to feed 1,800 this Thanksgiving
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Six nights of frights

Scare up some fun on Lake Coeur d'Alene during a Moonlit Monster Cruise
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High schools are hot zones

Cd'A superintendent moves high schools to "orange" in wake of COVID positives and associated exposures
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Fast Five: Multimedia magic with Shane Tyler

Meet Shane Tyler, digital marketing manager by day, college
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Drive through a Halloween Spooktacular Oct. 30, 31

Drive-through Halloween Spooktacular to feature live performances, iconic characters
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Ribbons of Hope

Traveling, interactive art installation shows how small actions lead to big change
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Hayden Meadows fields to become houses

Development in preliminary phase, soccer to continue at site through at least June
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Timberwolf timeout

COVID sends 14% of Lake City High student population home to isolate, quarantine
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All about inclusion

Panhandle Autism Society donates communication boards to local schools.
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Ghosts among us

Local author invokes Lake City spirits in "Ghosts of Coeur d'Alene and the Silver Valley"
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Ghosts among us

Local author invokes Lake City spirits in "Ghosts of Coeur d'Alene and the Silver Valley"
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Valiant volunteerism

CHS grad named Idaho Hospital Association Junior Volunteer of the Year
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Filling needs, near and far

Salvation Army Major Ronda Gilger nearing 1,000 mask-making milestone
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Online efforts urge Cd'A schools to return to 'orange'

More than 1,000 people have signed petition to change COVID risk level
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Christmas in October

Silverwood Theme Park distributes $31,410 to area food banks
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Online efforts urge Cd'A schools to return to 'orange'

More than 1,000 people have signed petition to change COVID risk level
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From GED to CNA

Bright futures lie ahead for NIC's 2020 GED grads
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Weird science

Cd'A Charter students toy with silver alloy in chemistry class
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'Radium Girls' coming to LCHS stage Oct. 22-24

1920s-era play about radiation poisoning parallels modern issues
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Christmas in October

Silverwood Theme Park distributes $31,410 to area food banks
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A divine duty

Hayden woman has given away more than 2,400 hand-made face masks
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All about inclusion

Panhandle Autism Society donates communication boards to local schools
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School COVID-19 update

Current COVID-19 info in area school districts
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Run for the Angels is Sunday

Northwest Infant Survival and SIDS Alliance's Run for the Angels provides community, support for those who have experienced death of an infant
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Praise for young pros

Kootenai County Young Professionals seeks nominations for Top 30 Under 40 contest
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Post Falls Schools go to 'yellow'

Post Falls School Board votes to go to 'yellow' COVID risk category
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Hooray for health care heroes

Coeur d'Alene Rotary delivers nearly 80 dozen roses to Kootenai Health
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FAST FIVE Adam Foote of Ethereal in E: 'Music is my life'

Meet Adam Foote of Ethereal in E, a solo musician
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Hooray for health care heroes

Coeur d'Alene Rotary delivers nearly 80 dozen roses to Kootenai Health
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Press Town Hall Forums begin Monday

Candidates will answer reader-submitted questions during four days of forums
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Bye bye, bullies

Local children's author Annie Winston releases new book, "Bully Buster Journal"
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Five stars for Northwest Specialty Hospital

Northwest Specialty Hospital receives highest ranking from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid
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Special double cousin delivery

Double cousins born within nearly 24 hours of each other
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Ghostober is upon us

Send paranormal reporter Devin Weeks your haunted local tales for Halloween
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Ghostober is upon us

Send paranormal reporter Devin Weeks your haunted local tales for Halloween
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Virtual Red Kettles to launch in October

Online giving begins ahead of shorter bell-ringing season
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How automation makes or breaks a nation

'Automating Inequality' author shares insights with North Idaho College community
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Back-to-school moose

Bull moose makes himself at home at Woodland
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Adding tools to their tool belts

Woodland students investigate local housing market
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Kits for the kids

Mountain West Bank spends Day of Caring filling project kits for little ones
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Post Falls continues in 'orange'

Post Falls School board members hold off on changing COVID category for now
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Tourism conference focus is on path to recovery

Idaho Tourism conference to focus on the path to recovery
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Hey voters, what's on your mind?

Deadline is Wednesday to submit questions for candidates
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Coeur d'Alene schools move to 'yellow'

Coeur d'Alene changes COVID classification, "yellow" goes into effect Oct. 5; board sessions will no longer stream on Facebook thanks to nasty comments from viewers
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FAST FIVE: Cheers to Anthony "Flip" Garcia

Meet Anthony "Flip" Garcia, a bartender at the
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Welcome, fall

Athol Farmers Market Fall and Music Fest rings in the season
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How automation makes or breaks a nation

'Automating Inequality' author shares insights with North Idaho College community
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Patriots and parachutes

Navy vet and friends make the jump to honor veterans, 9/11 victims
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Autumnal appreciation in Athol today

Athol Farmers Market Fall and Music Fest starts at 2 p.m. today
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yArt Sale!

Find fun and fine art at the Coeur d'Alene Chamber Visitor Center on Saturday
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Walk to End Alzheimer's is Saturday

The North Idaho Walk to End Alzheimer's is Saturday
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More COVID in Lakeland

At least one more case of COVID in Lakeland School District
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Celebrating North Idaho's finest

Seven first responders honored during Coeur d'Alene Chamber's inaugural Public Safety Awards
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Lakeland, New Vision high schools report positive COVID cases

One positive case reported in Post Falls, one in Lakeland school districts
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Help us heat up the hot seats

Submit questions for Coeur d'Alene Press 2020 Election Town Hall Forums by Sept. 30
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Commemorative skydive could become tradition

Skydive brings in more than $3,150 for 9/11 Health Watch, Newby-Ginnings
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Cd'A schools stay in 'orange'

Coeur d'Alene School Board members conflicted on risk level over rising COVID cases, choose to keep district in moderate phase
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Hey ponies, why the long face?

Several Coeur d'Alene Carousel ponies are in need of adoption, names
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FAST FIVE: Katie Marshall: Forging her own path with U of I

Meet Katie Marshall, University of Idaho Coeur
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Sew much love

Local nonprofit provides nearly 1,100 masks for local school kids
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Rain's a-comin'

After driest season on record, precipitation is expected this weekend
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Ride the skies at Silverwood in 2021

New roller coaster at Silverwood to have air show theme
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Ride the skies at Silverwood in 2021

New roller coaster at Silverwood to have air show theme
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Nature's bounty

Lake City Center distributes 3,200 pounds of potatoes, apples and onions to community
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A Fresh Perspective

Works of four female artists on display in Art Spirit through Oct. 3
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Pushback on poverty

Donna Beegle Poverty Institute is a game-changer for lifting communities out of poverty
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Pushback on poverty

Donna Beegle Poverty Institute is a game-changer for lifting communities out of poverty
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COVID hits Skyway Elementary

First case of COVID reported in Cd'A School District
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Training provides lessons in empathy — and action

Poverty Institute brings myths, facts, stereotypes, history of poverty to the forefront; training continues today
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Runaway tortoise returns after 6-day adventure

Pet tortoise that disappeared into Idaho wilderness returns after six days
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Training provides lessons in empathy — and action

Poverty Institute brings myths, facts, stereotypes, history of poverty to the forefront; training continues today
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New den for NExA Otters

Northwest Expedition Academy celebrates first day of school in new building
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Soccer fields go for $1.5 million

Coeur d'Alene School Board accepts bid for soccer fields at Hayden Meadows
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Hayden Canyon: 'Built on miracles'

New charter school to open Sept. 21
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Patriots and parachutes

Navy vet and friends make the jump to honor veterans, 9/11 victims
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A frolic among furry friends

Kootenai Humane Society telethon brings in $20,000
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Summer ends on a high note

Rhythm Dawgs will close Free Summer Concert Series on Sunday
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An evening with Hank and Patsy

Country legends will come to life Saturday in Lake City Center
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A jump to remember

Navy vet, two more will jump for Newby-Ginnings, 9/11 Health Watch on Friday
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Back-to-school reminders

Coeur d'Alene School District newsletter packed with info ahead of the first day of school
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A jump to remember

Navy vet, two more will jump for Newby-Ginnings, 9/11 Health Watch on Friday
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Runaway tortoise returns

Pet tortoise that disappeared into Idaho wilderness returns after six days
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Smooth start at Treaty Rock Elementary

Teachers, staff, students happy to be together in person on Treaty Rock Elementary's opening day
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FAST FIVE: Darrin Halliday: Grateful to be in North Idaho

Meet Darrin Halliday, a proud husband and
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Diane Higdem: Greetings from Yellowstone!

Meet Diane Higdem, photographer, artist,
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Space behind Hayden Meadows to be sold

Cd'A School District to sell soccer fields behind Hayden Meadows
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NIC students return to campus

Campus life in a new era
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FAST FIVE: Art is in the fabric of Ali Shute's being

Meet Ali Shute.
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Readers are leaders

Local nonprofit promotes literacy, inspires youths to be passionate about reading
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Behold, your new favorite bands

Unsigned Artists Music Festival begins at 2 p.m. Saturday in Cd'A City Park
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Lakeland goes Code Orange

Rathdrum area schools to start in blended learning model
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Lakeland schools to open in ‘orange’ risk category

Masks recommended, not required
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Music to their ears

Benefit brings in more than $8,000 for Cd'A Symphony
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Cd’A fine tunes plans for reopening schools

Details discussed, approved during long back-to-school workshop
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An American dream of red, white and blue – and lavender

North Idaho-made Besel Lavender Processor a must-have for farmers around the world
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Building Cd’A into an Opportunity Community

Poverty Immersion Institute virtual training sessions are Sept. 15, 16
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Speedy recovery for Idaho

Gem State has third-lowest unemployment rate in the nation
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Speedy recovery for Idaho

Gem State has third-lowest unemployment rate in the nation
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Tell your friends: telethon!

Kootenai Humane Society to host live virtual event Sept. 10
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An invitation for inspiration

Eighth annual Artist Studio Tour is Aug. 29, 30
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Ride with ABATE for Children’s Village Sept. 19

Toys, funds will help kids in crisis
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Online Coeur d’Con begins Friday

Three-day virtual festival to celebrate all things nerd culture
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Post Falls schools to resume in ‘orange’

School board votes unanimously to reopen with A/B hybrid plan
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School district rolls out Cd’A eSchool

Deadline to register is Monday; Lakeland, Post Falls also offer online options
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Cd’A pushes school reopening to Sept. 14

Blended learning will be in place when schools resume in moderate risk level
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Traffic stop leads to foot pursuit in Post Falls

Police looking for white juvenile male who stole truck, disappeared after early morning chase
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North Idaho FINALLY hits 100 degrees

COEUR d’ALENE — Another century mark bites the dust.
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Cd’A delays school reopening

The first day of school for students in the Coeur d’Alene School District has been pushed out almost a week from Sept. 8 to Sept. 14.
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Children’s Village marks another successful event

Virtual fundraiser nearly hits $200,000 goal
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Flying aces

With D.C. trip canceled, Lake City Academy students experience history in B-25 bomber
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It’s rootin’ tootin’ Rose Sale time

Rotary floral fundraiser starting early, roses on sale now
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The best climate for giving

Coeur d’Alene Garden Club presents $2,500 to Coeur d’Alene Food Bank
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Eggspress yourself

Art installation in Studio Selfie 4 reveals how people are processing COVID-19 pandemic
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Leap of faith

Navy vet recovering from heart attacks to skydive for 9/11 responders, fellow vets on Sept. 11
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Happy home for the Hawks

Lakeland 2020 grads, community spend summer sprucing up press box, concession stand
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Want to drive a school bus?

CDA wants to hear from you
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Get to know Post Falls’ new school superintendent

Teamwork, open communication are part of Dena Naccarato’s leadership style
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Young professionals pay it forward

Ponderosa Elementary receives $7,000 in supplies
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Small, but still happening

Benewah County Fair still a go for Aug. 20-23
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Check your red onions — they might be unsafe

North Idaho registers salmonella cases
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Check your red onions — they might be unsafe

North Idaho registers salmonella cases
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Close the Divide Day collects 1,300 devices statewide

Nearly 100 computers donated in Kootenai County for students in need
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Bingo for reading

3Cs Book Club hopes to have fun, raise funds
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A furry friend and $50,000

Hite family feeling 'beyond blessed' after successful event for youth with brain cancer
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FAST FIVE Art lives in Janey Ortega’s heart

Art lives in Janey Ortega’s heart
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CHILD CARE in CRISIS

Enrollment is down, costs are up; families, businesses jeopardized
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Child care industry is on the brink of collapse

Enrollment is down, costs are up; families, businesses jeopardized
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NIC: Masks required on campus

No gray area or flexibility, says President Rick MacLennan
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Cd’A School District releases draft plan for reopening

Final approval of school reopening plans will be made Aug. 24
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NIC: Masks required on campus

No gray area or flexibility, says President Rick MacLennan
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NIC to students: Masks required on campus

No gray area or flexibility, says President Rick MacLennan; multiple off-campus instruction options available
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Therapists, a tip of the hat to you

Syringa Family Partnership wins high praise for dedication to children with disabilities
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Cd’A Schools survey: Let’s get back to the classroom

Results, reopening plans to be reviewed at board meeting Monday
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Fire season heating up

Hot, dry conditions expected to continue, caution urged
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Shape, encourage, inspire

Mark Kuhnhausen named executive director for Boys and Girls Club of Kootenai County
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Risch: ‘When this is over, we’ll dust ourselves off’

COEUR d’ALENE — If one thing is ever clear when Sen. Jim Risch speaks at a local event, it’s his unwavering pride and love for America.
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FAST FIVE Dr. Mia Grothman: The art of natural healing

Meet Dr. Mia Grothman, local naturopathic medical doctor and Coeur d’Alene native. Dr. Mia practices at Coeur d’Alene Healing Arts, founded in 1986, working alongside Dr. Hunter Peterson and Dr. Karin Duncan providing individualized person-centered medicine. Dr. Mia graduated from the National University of Natural Medicine in Portland, Ore. and …
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Fire season heating up

Hot, dry conditions expected to continue, caution urged
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Reopening on the agenda

Post Falls School Board has special meeting tonight at 5
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Drive up to home-cooked goodness

Massive sandwiches, homemade goodies, warm hospitality are specialties at Midtown Drive Up Deli
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Drive up to home-cooked goodness

Massive sandwiches, homemade goodies, warm hospitality are specialties at Midtown Drive Up Deli
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Playing with fire

Heat advisory in effect; burn ban begins Wednesday
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A pilot’s Yukon dream

Author/pilot Larry Whitesitt will sign books during event in St. Maries on Saturday
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Hungry for a new home

Post Falls Food Bank in search of bigger facility to meet growing needs, population
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Old St. Joe Lodge on the market for $550,000

CALDER — Cradled in the embrace of evergreens between St. Maries and Avery, a rustic lodge that epitomizes North Idaho quietly sits on the shores of the rushing, shadowy St. Joe River.
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‘We’ll dust ourselves off’

Risch talks COVID-19, China, rule of law at Rotary meeting
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Free school supplies on Sunday

Verizon Authorized Retailer, TCC to give away backpacks at Cd’A, Post Falls stores
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Fraternity for eternity

UI 2020 grad named Theta Chi Resolute Man
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One Street Over releases video

It’s a song that makes any American’s eyes glisten with pride.
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O’Malley’s rallies for injured pilot

Slay it for Jay fundraiser brings in about $15,000
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FAST FIVE: History is alive and well with Mike Fritz

History is alive and well with Mike Fritz
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Distance, barriers ‘are your friends’

Cd’A School Board hosts workshop with Panhandle Health on reopening plans
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Run 2 Summer

Share some good vibes Saturday at Volunteer Park
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She’s looking on the bright side

These words — "Stay strong. Make them wonder why you're still smiling." — are written on a chalkboard in 12-year-old Tammi Hite's bedroom.
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Grand grants from great gals

Women’s Gift Alliance awards $100,000 in grants to area nonprofits
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It takes two, baby

Post Falls Highway District director buys two tickets, wins house in NIC's Really BIG Raffle
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COVID concerns in the classroom

Feelings are mixed about how to go back to school this fall
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Even a lockdown can’t knock the Kroc down

Kroc Center makes changes to keep members, community healthy and safe
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Hot — or not

Where is that sweltering July summer North Idaho so craves?
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Committed to the cause

3Cs reports more than 4,000 face masks sold, donated; $16,000 of sales gifted to local food banks
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The tax day cometh

Taxes due on Wednesday, accountants ready for ‘never-ending tax season’ to be done
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I-90 westbound ramp at Sherman to close Monday

Work continues on freeway bridges built in 1960
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Little Einsteins

Six North Idaho students shine at Invention Convention U.S. Nationals
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We’re bringing the Parade to you

Press to offer Parade Magazine starting Sunday
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Milestone decision upholds claim to Native land

Tribes can feel ‘cautiously optimistic’ about Supreme Court ruling
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FAST FIVE Sara Houser: Promoting patriotism, preserving history

Sara Houser: Promoting patriotism, preserving history
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Clearing the air

Collisions happen even on clearest, sunniest days
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A century of excitement

Pearl Harbor survivor Charlie Imus shares a few stories on his 100th birthday
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Kootenai County sees crime decline

Idaho State Police shows 8.83% decrease in offenses, but some towns still seeing crime climb
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Safety protocols, ‘blended learning’ main topics for Cd’A School Board

COEUR d’ALENE — This fall will introduce a school year unlike any of its predecessors.
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Health, scheduling, academic catch-up top priorities as schools plan to be back in session Sept. 8

Health, scheduling, academic catch-up top priorities as schools plan to be back in session Sept. 8
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PF teen receives Diana Award

Ability App founder Alex Knoll honored for work promoting inclusion, accessibility
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Region’s fireworks stands seeing booming business

"Oooooh!!" 4-year-old Charlotte Fors cooed as she and her brother, Spencer, 6, admired bags of colorful smoke balls beneath a blue and white TNT Fireworks tent.
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Americans turning to the bottle

Unemployment, COVID drive unemployed workers to drink
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Drama camp to feature ‘The Greatest Showman’

COEUR d’ALENE — Now, more than ever, kids need to be kids.
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Cyclist dies after being hit by Coeur d’Alene driver

SPOKANE — A Spokane woman who was hit by a suspected intoxicated driver from Coeur d'Alene has died.
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One reschedule, one cancellation in downtown Summer Concert Series

COEUR d’ALENE — The Handshake Productions free summer concert that was planned for Sunday has been rescheduled, and another concert has been canceled, because of COVID-19.
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Booming business

Sales skyrocketing at fireworks booths in wake of Fourth of July cancellations
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No go for first Riverstone show

Arts and Culture Alliance cancels Thursday concert, will be monitoring COVID situation weekly
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FAST FIVE Evalyn Adams: A life of service, a heart filled with love

Evalyn Adams: A life of service, a heart filled with love
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Swift water, eddies, underwater drop-off a dangerous combination at Corbin Park

Swift water, eddies, underwater drop-off a dangerous combination at Corbin Park
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The show must go on

Harrison and Spirit Lake push forward with Fourth celebrations
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Imagination Initiative Inc. is collecting devices to help students connect, learn online

Imagination Initiative Inc. is collecting devices to help students connect, learn online
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COV’AIDE hits a hole in one

The inaugural COV'AIDE Invitational proved to be an ace of an event.
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COVID-19 means it’s time for a road trip

AAA: Cars are king as summer travel sees first decline since 2009
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Hayden Canyon going up fast

New charter school expected to be open Sept. 8
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Get ready to rock, swing and boogie

Handshake Productions Summer Concert Series returns for 29th year
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Helping animals event at the Dinner Party

Wine proceeds will benefit Kootenai Humane Society
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Lakeland trustees deny extension of superintendent’s contract

Split decision produces vote of no confidence for Meyer
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To wear, or not to wear

Reaction mixed to Washington state’s new mask directive that begins Friday
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To wear, or not to wear, a mask, that is the question

Reaction mixed to Washington state’s new mask directive which began Friday
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Farewell to Idaho Veneer

Family-run Post Falls company closing after 67 years
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FAST FIVE
Nick Madsen: Lovin’ the library life

Meet Nick Madsen, the emerging technology librarian for the Community Library Network. He provides the experience and you provide the curiosity that will lead you to success with technology, now and in the future. Nick started working at the Hayden Library in 2006 and has held his current position since …
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Granting opportunities throughout the community

Coeur d’Alene Rotary distributes $30,000 to local causes
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Be a pen pal, brighten a child’s day

Library invites local kids to send drawings, letters to kids of Navajo Nation
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They’ll rise again

Businesses, building at 200 block of North Fourth finding new life after fire
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Words to live by

Works of Coeur d’Alene author offer valuable insight about life, trust and more
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Expanding into the future

U of I Coeur d'Alene offers new tech programs, gives first demo of educational robot
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Expanding into the future

UI Coeur d'Alene offers new tech programs, gives first demo of educational robot
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FAST FIVE Jennifer Fletcher: A voice for The Coeur d’Alene Tribe

Jennifer Fletcher: A voice for The Coeur d’Alene Tribe
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Innovia: $746K in grants

Second round of COVID funding supports causes across Inland Northwest
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Be joyful in ‘the new normal’ this summer

Women Creating Success Conference is Aug. 21
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Idaho in running for battery plant

KORE Power facility to create thousands of jobs in community chosen for manufacturing plant
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What dreams are made of

Coeur d’Alene sisters participate in IDeal’s Draw Your Dream contest
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North Idaho College’s Workforce Training Center offers opportunities for employees, employers post-COVID

Just as a forest fire makes way for new life, an economic crisis — or a global pandemic — forces societies to re-examine, re-evaluate and find new paths forward.
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New schools on time to open in September

Treaty Rock in Post Falls, NExA in Coeur d’Alene close to completion
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And we’re back!

Coeur d’Alene Arts and Culture Alliance announces summer concerts, events
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Rebecca Smith rises to the occasion

Meet Rebecca Smith, a busy North Idaho mom who cares about her community and knows how to get things done.
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‘Everyone loved Jeff, that’s for sure’

Chaplain, mentor, advocate for at-risk youth dies at 64
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North Idaho youth leads 12,000 others as Pacific Northwest Key Club district governor

Local youth leads 12,000 others as Pacific Northwest Key Club district governor
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Real Frequency offers college consulting scholarships

An Inland Northwest consulting business is offering scholarship opportunities for students who have been impacted by the coronavirus pandemic.
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Spinning into summer

Coeur d'Alene Carousel returns to seasonal hours, now open seven days a week
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HREI: Be part of the change

Rights group issues call to action
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Robotics boss

Classical Christian Academy junior first Idaho student to earn FIRST Dean’s List Award
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Genesis Prep first-graders pitch in to care for shelter animals

HAYDEN — If Violet Thomason could adopt every kitty at the Kootenai Humane Society, she absolutely would.
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‘This is Idaho’

Fulcher ‘not surprised’ to see armed citizens
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Russ Fulcher: ‘This is Idaho’

Representative ‘not surprised’ to see armed citizens
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Quest Academy to open Sept. 8

A new school with a fresh take on learning is coming to Kootenai County.
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Concert brings in food, cash for local causes

COEUR d’ALENE — Anyone in the Hayden Estates neighborhoods on Sunday evening probably heard sounds of a rock and roll-infused celebration crescendoing and cascading off the mountains.
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FAST FIVE: Greta Gissel: A true North Idaho gem

Meet Greta Gissel, an Idaho native and graduate of the University of Idaho, whose devotion to her community runs deep. As a first-grader at Bryan Elementary, Greta knew she wanted to become a teacher. Her passion for education and dedication to her community drives her to connect and inspire those …
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Putting pieces together post-COVID

Tesh resumes regular hours, slowly brings back clients
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Lessons from remote learning

Teachers, families now more prepared for instruction outside of the classroom
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Commencement caravan

Interns graduate from Project SEARCH, celebrate during surprise parade
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Cd’A COVID-19 Relief Fund receives more than $52,000 in donations

The Coeur d'Alene COVID-19 Relief Fund announced donations of $50,000 from the Mica Bay Property Owners Association and $2,600 from the Dutch Bros Foundation.
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UI professor secures $2.7 million grant

Amador to lead charge to assist math coaches in rural school districts
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Efforts continue for music conservatory

$2,000 down, $61,000 to go for Hamilton House work
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Parting is such sweet sorrow

Shenanigans closing in wake of pandemic, Bear Paw Cookies to move in starting mid-June
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Classic cars to cruise for seniors on Saturday

Silver Angels for the Elderly will bring joy to six senior living facilities
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CHS senior draws statewide attention  to child marriage

Idaho has highest rate in the nation of wedded minors
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Ground-breaking pediatrician retires today after 35 years

Ground-breaking pediatrician retires today after 35 years
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Air Force Academy graduates soaring to new heights

Lake City, Coeur d’Alene alumni embark on next chapter of military life
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Fast Five: Josh Wise shares his economic development wisdom

Meet Josh Wise, the economic development specialist at the Coeur d’Alene Area Economic Development Corporation-Jobs Plus. Josh has achieved his Master of Business Administration degree and feels blessed to use that to help individuals and businesses in a state he loves. He enjoys beer brewing, snowboarding, hiking, camping, running, biking …
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A season like no other

Silverwood prepares to open as pandemic restrictions begin to lift
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A season like no other

Silverwood prepares to open as pandemic restrictions begin to lift
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Inaugural COV’AIDE Invitational set for June 9

New kind of fundraiser to support local nonprofit CDAIDE
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Igniting generosity across the region

From classrooms to COVID, Innovia Foundation helps communities thrive
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Walk for Autism Acceptance moves to Sept. 13

Panhandle Autism Society hosting online fundraiser through June 7
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Passing the torch

Margo Swanson named Cd’A Teacher of the Year
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The baskets are back

Downtown Coeur d’Alene’s hanging floral accents are a tradition that beckons summer
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Top grads: Jacob Unruh, Cd’A Charter salutatorian

I'm originally from Coupeville, Wash., then moved here when I was 11. I've been playing the violin for 10 years. Though I love living in Coeur d'Alene, I'm excited to go to college in Denver!
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Grad dad will continue UI tradition

Father, daughters, brothers, nephews share academic spark for science, math
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Fast Five: Hale Fields takes it all into account

Meet Hale Fields. Born and raised in Coeur d’Alene, Hale has lived in Idaho his whole life. He moved to Boise for several years to attend Boise State University and begin his career in accounting, then moved back to Coeur d’Alene with his wife to start a family.
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Lakeland makes room for possible graduation seating

Board members, district officials to bombard governor’s office for special concession
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Cameron Sessions, Post Falls High School valedictorian

Hi! My name is Cameron Sessions. I have a pretty busy schedule as I maintain school, sports and clubs all in my day-to-day activities. In between all of this, I find time to be with my friends and family. I enjoy being active as I enjoy being out in public …
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Mark your calendar for a paradigm shift

Renowned poverty expert Donna Beegle to present workshop in Coeur d'Alene in September
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Kyle Anson, Venture High School senior of the year

I love to be active, I enjoy being outdoors and playing in the North Idaho wilderness. My life has been a struggle for as long as I can remember. I've had a rough home life and I never really was the coolest kid in school. But every day I would …
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This way to the beach

Mullan Trail holds festive Friday food drive to help Post Falls Food Bank
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Lakeland senior parents to protest on Tuesday

Some pressing for grads to have option to sit outside cars at drive-in commencement ceremony
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CDAIDE names first executive director

Leadership coach Michael Murray to guide nonprofit into the future
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A wine-win for Children’s Village

Virtual event raises more than $23,000
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CDAIDE announces first executive director

CDAIDE, a volunteer-run nonprofit that supports restaurant and hospitality workers, has announced that leadership coach and speaker Michael Murray will be its first executive director.
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Art on the Green goes virtual

Downtown Street Fair, Taste of Coeur d’Alene still scheduled
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TOP GRADS Kristen Nethercott, CHS salutatorian

I am 17 years old. I have lived in Coeur d'Alene my entire life, and I am excited to graduate and experience the world outside of North Idaho!
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Art on the Green canceled

The Citizens’ Council for the Arts is canceling Art on the Green.
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Fast Five: Miranda Hamilton is looking out for you

Meet Miranda Hamilton, a University of Idaho graduate who has nearly 10 years of experience in the insurance industry. First with American Family Insurance, where she owned and operated the Hamilton Agency before joining independent brokerage Insurance Northwest in 2019. As an independent insurance agent, Miranda is passionate about serving …
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Cd’A COVID-19 Relief Fund releases grant recipients

Kids, child care big priorities for local relief
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Mark your calendar for a paradigm shift

Renowned poverty expert Donna Beegle to present workshop in Coeur d'Alene in September
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Saluting North Idaho’s top grads

The Class of 2020 is filled with stars so bright, even a worldwide pandemic can't overshadow their accomplishments.
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Group suggests flipping CDA school start times

COEUR d’ALENE — A panel voted 11-8 to recommend that the Coeur d’Alene School Board change start times for elementary and secondary schools beginning in the 2021-2022 school year.
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Drive for laptops not over yet

Project seeks computers, connectivity to close ‘digital divide’
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The eyes have it

Artist’s painting shows how eyes tell stories when faces can’t
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This school is in session

Cornerstone Christian Academy welcomes students back to class
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Thank you, teachers!

Canfield Middle School PTO, students show some love during Teacher Appreciation Week
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Latin language all-stars

Five Cd'A Charter eighth-graders ace National Latin Exam
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Food banks all right for now, bracing for wave of need to come

Food banks OK for now, but bracing for big wave
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2020 high school grads will walk at Fairgrounds

2020 high school grads will walk at Fairgrounds
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Commencement ceremonies to take place at fairgrounds

The Coeur d’Alene School Board unanimously voted on Monday to move forward with a high school graduation ceremony plan that will comply with recommendations and guidelines set by the Centers for Disease Control and the Idaho State Board of Education with approval from Panhandle Health District.
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Fast Five: Rhonda Newton: ‘Crafters gotta craft’

Meet Rhonda Newton, who has lived in Post Falls, Hayden and Rathdrum for more than 30 years.
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Greensferry Elementary holds ‘reverse parade,’ homework exchange in decked-out bus loop

Greensferry Elementary holds ‘reverse parade,’ homework exchange in decked-out bus loop
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Changing the world, one preschooler at a time

Molly Smart has a dedication to education and communication
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Retail shops welcome first customers after COVID-19 closures

Retail shops welcome first customers after COVID-19 closures
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How sweet it is

Kids sell ice cream, donate $1,110 to Coeur d’Alene Food Bank
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Two Lakeland seniors appointed to U.S. Air Force Academy

Two Lakeland seniors appointed to U.S. Air Force Academy
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Coeur Group receives $5K for COVID-19 response

The Coeur Group, a volunteer organization of local businessmen, has received a $5,000 donation from Liberty Mutual and Safeco Insurance as part of an Emergency Community Support Grant to help agents give back to their community during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Costco to require shoppers to wear masks starting Monday

COEUR d’ALENE — Starting Monday, all Costco Wholesale stores, including the Coeur d'Alene location, will require members and guests to wear face masks or coverings that cover the mouth and nose at all times.
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Bound for glory

Two Lakeland seniors appointed to U.S. Air Force Academy
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Rathdrum 19-year-old inside that rockin’ T-rex costume

Rathdrum 19-year-old inside that rockin’ T-Rex costume
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A legacy of excellence

Lake City valedictorian following in big sister's footsteps
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Dino discovered

The mystery behind the dancing dino has been solved.
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Mystery man in T-Rex costume brings joy to Rathdrum on Sunday

Mystery man in T-Rex costume brings joy to Rathdrum on Sunday
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3Cs distributes $16,000 to local senior meals, food banks

3Cs distributes $16,000 to local senior meals, food banks
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Toy store offering v-shopping, curbside pickup

Downtown toy store offering virtual shopping, curbside pickup
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Fast Five: Chris Larson, hometown hero

Meet Chris Larson, a husband, father and grandfather that has been a firefighter in Kootenai County for 24 years. He is currently the deputy fire marshal for Northern Lakes Fire District and has been with his department for 19 years.
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Cd’A Charter to conduct drive-in commencement for grads

Cd’A Charter to conduct drive-in commencement for grads
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Pole-top fire destroys nest, knocks out power

Pole-top fire destroys nest, knocks out power
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KEC saves the day for Kidd Island Bay osprey

Pole-top fire destroys nest, knocks out power
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Wander through virtual wonderland with Figpickels

Toy store offering v-shopping, curbside pickup
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Idaho churches allowed to reopen May 1

Idaho churches can reopen May 1
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Local leaders weigh in on plan to reopen churches

Health and church leaders are weighing in on Gov. Brad Little’s plans to reopen Idaho churches May 1.
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Idaho Codes to boost computer literacy

Governor, project partners announce new computer science program
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Public historian Sara Jane Ruggles is a collector, preserver of memories

Public historian Sara Jane Ruggles is a collector, preserver of memories
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Gizmo to gift 120 project kits to foster kids

Gizmo to gift 120 project kits to foster kids
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Community invited to unique scavenger hunt

HAYDEN — Northwest Expedition Academy is inviting NExA family members and the whole Hayden community out for a scavenger hunt next Wednesday.
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Special delivery

Gizmo-CDA provides fun projects for CASA kids
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Coeur d’Alene elementary school to undergo major educational, staffing overhaul

Elementary school to undergo major educational, staffing overhaul
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CHS senior wins T-Shirt design contest

The different courses interwoven with red and ochre tulips in this year's United Way of North Idaho Spring Dash T-shirt image are symbolic of how the 2020 race will be conducted together, yet separate.
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Education board OKs re-entry criteria

The Idaho State Board of Education on Thursday unanimously outlined the process for school districts and charter schools to follow once schools reopen.
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FAST FIVE: Brian Babb: Compassion, kindness, community

Meet Brian Babb, a homegrown entrepreneur who is taking a leading role in helping our community respond to coronavirus. He is president of The Coeur Group, a unique volunteer organization, and founder of White Pine Wealth, a local investment management firm.
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Spring Dash design winner announced

Congratulations to Coeur d’Alene High School senior Joanna Hover, winner of United Way of North Idaho’s annual Spring Dash T-Shirt Design Contest.
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Borah Elementary leaders announce change

Borah Elementary leaders announced that a transformation is on the horizon for the 70-year-old neighborhood school.
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Lakeland, Cd’A schools need reusable face masks

Up to 1,000 masks are needed in the Coeur d’Alene and Lakeland Joint school districts to protect employees who are still working.
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Magnet school faculty, staff produce music video for students

Magnet school faculty, staff produce music video for students
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Statewide project seeks used laptops for students

A statewide nonprofit of more than 200 business leaders is determined to get computers and internet service into the hands of Idaho’s students.
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COMPLICIT with CRUELTY

Idaho rated worst in reporting incidents of abuse to animals
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Post Falls Police lead car parade to celebrate boy’s 13th birthday

Post Falls Police lead car parade to celebrate boy’s 13th birthday
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Post Falls Police celebrate teen’s birthday

Happy 13th birthday to Post Falls resident Kyler Miller!
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Idaho Tourism hosting online ‘coffee talks’

Catch up on Idaho business, travel each Thursday morning
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CDAIDE volunteers answer the call

Nonprofit that serves service workers reports increase in weekly referrals
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Idaho Tourism hosting online ‘coffee talks’

For those who want to catch up on Idaho business and tourism and the impacts of COVID-19 on Idaho travel, Idaho Tourism Virtual Coffee Talks are happening every Thursday at 9:30 a.m.
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Serving those who serve

CDAIDE helps service industry workers during crisis
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Glimpse at the ghost town

Local photographer captures images of Coeur d’Alene for National Geographic
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Statewide project seeks used laptops for students

A statewide nonprofit of more than 200 business leaders is determined to get computers and internet service into the hands of Idaho’s students.
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Fast Five: Theresa Moran helps others reach for the stars

Theresa Moran helps others reach for the stars
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Sew much to do

More locals step up to fill fabric face mask needs
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Video explores daily life of students, teachers

The Coeur d’Alene School District has provided a peek into the daily lives of students and teachers in its new “Remote Learning in Coeur d’Alene Public Schools” YouTube video.
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Cd’A School Board approves grandfathering plan for 2020-21

The Coeur d'Alene School Board unanimously voted to approve the Grandfathering of Students 2020 Transition Plan during a video conference board meeting Monday evening.
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Cd’A schools go remote today

Spring break is over, and the kids are ready to go back to school.
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Let’s fill the space between with love

What acts of kindness have you been seeing?
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Need a cloth mask? 3Cs to the rescue!

Post Falls company also pitching in
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Annual graduation project requirement waived due to coronavirus

Annual graduation requirement waived due to coronavirus
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Senior project requirement waived

Much to the dismay — or delight — of high school seniors across Idaho, all senior projects are now considered complete.
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Teaming up to feed families

Coeur Group partners with Kroc, local stores to provide gift cards to families in need
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Tokens of appreciation for long-haul truckers

Biker club shows some love for unsung heroes of the open road
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Keep your brain busy during spring break

Library offers online activities, resources for kids
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Bikers give thanks to long-haul truckers

Members of the Bikers Against Teenage Addiction and Abuse (BATAA) North Idaho club, Snapper, hopped off their motorcycles and showed truck drivers some love last weekend.
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Volunteers will direct Idahoans to Medicaid ‘safety net’

Volunteers to direct folks to ‘safety net’
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Mobile Spaw: Pet grooming convenience, right to your door

The walls, floors and surfaces of the Mobile Spaw pet grooming salon are neat and clean.
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Device pickup for secondary students is Wednesday, elementary on Monday

COEUR d’ALENE — As the future of the 2019-2020 school year hangs in the balance, the Coeur d'Alene School District wants to ensure every student can participate in remote education.
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Everyone out of the pool

Triple Play closed Raptor Reef on Monday
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Families find comfort, relief at Ronald McDonald House in Coeur d’Alene

Families find comfort, relief at Ronald McDonald House in Coeur d’Alene
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Organizations preparing for surge of needs amid pandemic closures, layoffs

A wave of displacement and uncertainty is crashing over America as unemployment spikes in correlation with the coronavirus pandemic.
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3Cs, community members donate to protect first-responders

3Cs, community members donate to protect first-responders
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Lakeland grad will appear on ‘American Idol’ on Sunday

Lakeland grad will appear on ‘American Idol’ on Sunday
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Lakeland grad will appear on ‘American Idol’ on Sunday

Amber Fiedler to sing on show Sunday
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Learn to crochet, knit with online help from Alpaca Direct

Don't just sit at home — knit at home, with guidance from Alpaca Direct.
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Schools hold vehicle parades to boost morale, see students

Schools hold vehicle parades to boost morale, see students
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A Day to Pray: Clergy, mayors designate Sunday as prayer, meditation day

Mayors, clergy target Sunday 3 p.m. prayer
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Owl Café regulars surprise server with $500 tip

HAYDEN — A server at the Owl Café in Hayden experienced an extraordinary moment of kindness on Sunday.
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We > me

Couple donate supplies to Kootenai Health; first-responders in need of sanitation products
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Food programs are feeding students; resources are available for food service workers

Food programs are feeding students; resources available for food service workers
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Still on the clock, educators get creative about lessons during closures

Still on the clock, educators get creative about lessons during closures
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Art Spirit invites guests to check out art for two weeks

Art Spirit invites guests to check out art for two weeks
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CDAIDE, Cd’A Press, Fire Pizza CDA launch efforts to support local staffers

CDAIDE, Cd’A Press, Fire Pizza CDA launch efforts to support local staffers
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Cd’A School Board approves boundary proposals

COEUR d’ALENE — Two unanimous votes and one 4-to-1 vote passed the finalized proposals of school zone changes during a special Coeur d'Alene School Board meeting held with only one attendee and from a safe distance Wednesday night.
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Post Falls School District offers resources

The Post Falls School District is offering emergency K-5 childcare, free meals and online education resources.
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Cd’A Schools to vote on boundaries tonight

The Coeur d’Alene School Board is going through with its special meeting this evening to vote on final proposed school zones.
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Home work

Charter schools go online, Coeur d’Alene schools practice ‘At Home Learning’
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Beyond dining in

Restaurants, coffee shops expand services with delivery, curbside pickup
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Lake City Cheer qualifies for state competition

Lake City Cheer qualifies for state competition
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Seltice Elementary celebrates Pi Day with contest, Moon Pies

Seltice Elementary celebrates Pi Day with contest, Moon Pies
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Safety Net to present ‘Short Term 12’ March 22

Proceeds from special screening to support foster youths
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Cd’A schools increase coronavirus precautions

COEUR d’ALENE — The Coeur d'Alene School District has ramped up cautionary measures against coronavirus while staying focused on education and infection prevention.
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Sorensen explores skateboard art; entrepreneurial skills instilled

Sorensen explores skateboard art; entrepreneurial skills instilled
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Virus fears aren’t chilling local tourism, other business

As novel coronavirus affects air travel and cruise ships around the world, North Idaho's travel and tourism industry isn’t feeling pressured or panicked.
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Home and Garden Show in full bloom

COEUR d’ALENE — For their 44th wedding anniversary, Glenda and John Duggan didn’t need to go to a fancy restaurant or out on the town.
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Idaho Invention Convention this weekend in Moscow

Idaho Invention Convention this weekend in Moscow
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SUB: Home and Garden Show opens today, goes through Sunday

Home and Garden Show opens today, goes through Sunday
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Now playing on the Lake City High stage

Now playing on the Lake City High stage
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Inform, inspire, ignite: Wild and Scenic Film Festival returns March 12, 13

COEUR d’ALENE — As the Northwest is discovered, and as North Idaho grows, so too does the need to remember the importance of protecting nature and its creatures, large and small.
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SUB: State of the District updates community on objectives, ongoing work in SD271

State of the District updates community on objectives, ongoing work in SD271
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‘Packages from Pete’ made a world of difference aboard the USS Bataan

Students’ kindness made a world of difference aboard the USS Bataan
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For Mathletes, it all adds up

Tutoring program builds confidence, friendships
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I’LL DO IT TOMORROW …

Idaho weighs in at No. 3 in student procrastination
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North Idaho Christian School sends food, love to Haiti

HAYDEN — Scoop. Pour. Fill. Seal. Toss. Pack. Ship.
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Schools watching for flu symptoms

The spread of a contagious disease has never closed school during Superintendent Jerry Keane's 40-year career in the Post Falls School District.
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SUB: Wine, Stein and Dine benefit for Post Falls schools is March 7

Wine, Stein and Dine benefit for Post Falls schools is March 7
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River City Middle School raising funds for Make-A-Wish Idaho

POST FALLS — The students at River City Middle School aren’t just any students.
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Cd’A Tribal member receives grant to study historical basketry

Cd’A Tribal member receives grant to study historical basketry
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Cd’A Resort’s Kayoko Magnus appointed to Idaho Travel Council

The Coeur d’Alene Resort’s associate director of sales, Kayoko Magnus, has been appointed by Gov. Brad Little to represent North Idaho (Region 1) on the Idaho Travel Council.
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Quadriplegic guitarist releases first album with long-time band

DALTON GARDENS — You can take the rocker out of the music, but you can never take the music out of the rocker.
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Little introduces bill to increase veteran teacher pay

Idaho Gov. Brad Little on Wednesday released his top priority for 2020: A five-year, $225 million plan to increase compensation for veteran teachers.
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Bill would increase pay for veteran teachers

Idaho Gov. Brad Little on Wednesday released his top priority for 2020: A five-year, $225 million plan to increase compensation for veteran teachers.
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Free training for employees, students, community members continues today, Friday

Free training for employees, students, community members continues today, Friday
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Join, learn about Inspire Idaho tonight at Hayden Library

Join, learn about Inspire Idaho tonight at Hayden Library
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New afterschool club launches at Borah

New after-school club launches at Borah
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The boundary saga continues

Community takes a look at second Cd’A boundary proposal
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Fast Five Chris Johnson: Press peddler, Moss Boss

Staff Writer
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Community invited to review new school zone proposal, maps

COEUR d’ALENE — The second public open house in the boundary review process for Coeur d'Alene School District will be held from 6 to 8 tonight at Woodland Middle School.
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Art on the Green gifts art supplies, music funds to local schools

Art on the Green gifts art supplies, music funds to local schools
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Post Falls sends care packages in memory of former school resource officer

Post Falls school sends care packages to sailors, Marines in memory of former school resource officer
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Care Affair brings in more than $45,000 to support food service, hospitality workers

Care Affair raises more than $45,000 for food service, hospitality workers
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Clark’s declares victory in snow promo dispute

COEUR d’ALENE — The sun is shining on Clark's Diamond Jewelers and its customers.
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Student welders showcase their talents in regional SkillsUSA competition

RATHDRUM — Showers of orange sparks cascaded from workstations to the floor as student welders meticulously completed their projects Friday at the Parker Technical Education Center in Rathdrum.
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Coeur d’Alene Boat Expo continues today through Sunday

COEUR d’ALENE — Sitting in a cushy new Regal 33 Express cruiser with eyes closed, it's easy to imagine the sound of the waves lapping at the sides of the boat and the sensation of fresh lake air rushing through the cabin.
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Docuseries ‘opens wounds’ for some in North Idaho

RATHDRUM — Family and friends who lost loved ones to suicide have expressed concerns with the “Irreplaceable” docuseries being filmed in Lakeland schools this week.
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Jeweler still out in cold as snowfall claim again denied

Harris: ‘We’ll blow them away with 1,000 witnesses’
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Three North Idaho canines will appear on Animal Planet this weekend

The biggest sporting events of the year are happening this weekend: Dog Bowl III and Puppy Bowl XVI.
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N. Idaho Marine sidesteps death to welcome baby No. 7

COEUR d’ALENE — Lucky baby No. 7, Samuel Frantz, has no idea how lucky he really is.
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LOVING THEIR LOCALS

It's no secret that winter can be difficult for local businesses that thrive in the season of tourism.
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Longtime Post Falls servant Clay Larkin dies at 83

Longtime Post Falls servant Clay Larkin dies at 83
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School boundaries being scrutinized

Open house Tuesday will welcome public comment on attendance zone changes
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Invention Convention to be held at Silver Lake Mall next weekend

Invention Convention to be held at Silver Lake Mall next weekend
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2019 tourism fantastic; 2020 looks even better

It's no secret — people have discovered North Idaho.
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That’s a wrap

Online shopping, gift bags have (almost) eliminated the gift-wrap counter
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‘Treat every piece like it’s irreplaceable’

In an era of email, online ordering and digital transactions, the Frame of Mind Framing and Art Gallery at 119 N. Second St. in Coeur d'Alene has kept alive the tried-and-true tactic of conducting business in person.
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Lasting lessons from ladies in leadership

Five of The Coeur d'Alene Resort's departments are led by women, and one is run entirely by women.
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Healing energy

The universe slapped Mike Hicks right in the face.
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