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ARTICLES BY HAILEY HILL

MARCH NIBJ: Local problems need local solutions

It may seem as though new housing developments are constantly changing the landscape of North Idaho — but local workers face an ongoing struggle to find affordable housing.
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MARCH NIBJ: Local problems need local solutions

It may seem as though new housing developments are constantly changing the landscape of North Idaho — but local workers face an ongoing struggle to find affordable housing.
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Idaho's first Crunch Fitness to open in Coeur d'Alene

Crunch Fitness is coming to Coeur d'Alene.
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Trouette appealing town hall verdict

Security company owner Paul Trouette is appealing the revocation of his security agency and security agent licenses following his December conviction on two counts of battery and violations related to security agent uniform and duty requirements, all misdemeanors.
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Valentine's preparations underway in Coeur d'Alene

With Valentine’s Day less than 48 hours away, Hansen’s Florist and Gifts was bursting with chocolates, stuffed animals, balloons, and flowers. Lots and lots of flowers.
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Hayden Lake Marina expansion proposed

The Hayden Lake Marina could see a complete overhaul as soon as this fall.
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NIC celebrates solid enrollment numbers

Under clear, sunny skies, North Idaho College was buzzing Tuesday as hundreds of prospective students filled the campus for the annual NIC Bus Tour. The atmosphere was particularly celebratory following Monday night’s landmark board meeting that confirmed NIC would retain its accreditation and return to good standing with the Northwest …
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King (and queen) bee

Nearly four hours into the competition, the field of about 160 spelling bee contestants from across the Inland Northwest had been whittled down until just two middle schoolers remained. As fate would have it, the final few knew each other: the last several rounds of this year’s Inland Northwest Spelling …
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Heritage Health breaks ground on $4 million expansion

Medical, dental, pediatric, behavioral health, substance use treatment, psychiatry, pharmacy services and workforce training services through Heritage Health will soon come together under one roof.
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Avondale Dental performs nearly $10K of free work

By 10 a.m. Friday morning, Avondale Dental’s team of dentists and hygienists had already performed nearly $6,000 worth of free dental care. With 17 children registered, that total was expected to reach about $10,000 in cleanings, X-rays, and other treatments by the end of Give Kids a Smile Day, when …
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Philanthropy at the heart of Rathdrum couple’s McDonald’s franchises

Tim and Terri Skubitz haven’t spent nearly five decades with McDonald’s for the food alone. “It’s a people business,” Terri said.
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Little talks education, healthcare during N. Idaho visit

Gov. Brad Little said Wednesday that public education and the Idaho LAUNCH program should be protected from budget cuts, even as lawmakers confront what he called “tough decisions” during this year’s legislative session. “Believe me, I’m not going to blink on this one,” he said.
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Governor talks education, health care in Coeur d'Alene

Gov. Brad Little said Wednesday that public education and the Idaho LAUNCH program should be protected from budget cuts, even as lawmakers confront what he called “tough decisions” during this year’s legislative session. “Believe me, I’m not going to blink on this one,” he said.
COEUR D'ALENE PRESS | UPDATED 1 WEEK, 4 DAYS AGO

Weird winter

Tubbs Hill was a vibrant green Saturday, a color usually reserved for springtime — and no snow to be seen.
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Mik's to close after 28 years in Coeur d'Alene

Mik’s on N. 4th Street is more than just a bar and nightclub. For nearly three decades, it's been a gathering place for all walks of life, known for its drag shows, house and EDM nights, and countless 21st birthday celebrations.
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