Staff Writer
Staff Writer
ARTICLES BY HAILEY HILL
FEB NIBJ Luxury is in the details for Hayden chocolatiers
With silky-smooth chocolate notes, nutty richness, and a delicate crunch, it’s no surprise that Dubai Chocolate became a foodie sensation on social media. But the “real” thing is localized to the Middle East, as the original was first produced and distributed by Dubai-based FIX Dessert Chocolatier.
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Hayden chamber marks 25 years
When Andrea Fulks talks about growing the Hayden Chamber of Commerce’s membership, she makes a point to avoid certain words. “I never say you should ‘join,’” the chamber president and CEO said. “I say that you belong in this family.”
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NIBCA celebrates leadership, growth
The first time Jessica Cargile attended a North Idaho Building Contractors Association meeting, she couldn’t help but feel a bit nervous. That feeling returned for only a moment before she was sworn in as NIBCA’s president for 2026.
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Coeur d'Alene chamber grows to nearly 1,000 members as it continues to evolve
A sepia-toned photograph of about 30 businessmen hangs in the office of Coeur d’Alene Regional Chamber’s President and CEO, Linda Coppess. Though dressed in the fashion of decades past, the men gathered for a purpose that has endured: uplifting area businesses through the Chamber. The photo is a reminder of …
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Coeur d'Alene Inn receives 'highest honor' from Best Western
The Best Western Plus Coeur d’Alene Inn was a recently recognized with the M.K. Guertin Award, the Best Western brand’s highest honor.
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$5M Flying Pickle landing in PF
The pickleball craze is attracting big business to North Idaho.
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Happy Dogs 4 Life makes play, enrichment a priority in Hayden
Dr. Tonia Gable, Diane Burgess, and Sydney Byrd all have experience working at doggy daycare and boarding facilities. They didn’t like what they were seeing. “We worked at these places, and we saw a need for knowledge (and) experience,” Burgess said. The women, connected through work in the pet industry, …
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Should the U.S. intervene in Iran?
On Wednesday, the Press asked readers to share their thoughts on whether the U.S. should intervene in Iran amid widespread protests and political violence in the country. All told, nearly 100 people gave comments or engaged in dialogue on the matter. Here’s what some Press readers said and discussed:
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New mayor, new comp plan for Spirit Lake
The Spirit Lake City Council approved the city’s updated comprehensive plan with a 3-1 vote on Tuesday night after the matter was tabled last month. Councilor Charlene Phipps, who was sworn in as Mayor later in the meeting, cast the only dissenting vote.
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Pay (way) less at the pump on Tuesday in Post Falls
The new Local Market and Chevron fueling station at Highway 41 and Hope Avenue created quite a buzz with its January 5 grand opening, drawing crowds with a major fuel markdown. The enthusiasm was so strong, in fact, that owners Andy Singh and Pasquale Mastantuono are running the promotion again.
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Locals sound off on Venezuela
Early national polling is showing mixed reactions to the U.S. military operation that resulted in the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro on January 3.
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Coeur d'Alene demonstrators remember Jan. 6
As a wintry mix of snow and freezing rain began to fall on Tuesday, about a dozen people stood in solidarity along Government Way. They held signs printed large enough to be read by passing traffic, with varying slogans accompanied by the words “signs of fascism.”
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Charlene Phipps to take Spirit Lake mayoral seat Jan. 13
Charlene Phipps is a woman about town. She’s a frequent guest at the Spirit Lake Senior Center and regularly attends Chamber of Commerce meetings. She serves on both City Council and the Community Coalition. And come Jan. 13, Phipps will be the mayor of Spirit Lake.
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Poker and prayers for snow
At least one foot of snow needs to fall before trails can be groomed for cross-country skiing. Considering only about four inches of snow dusted the highest points of the Fourth of July Pass Park and Ski Area on Saturday, conditions proved to be slushier than usual for the Panhandle …
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