Sunday, September 06, 2026
Staff Writer

KAYE THORNBRUGH

Kaye Thornbrugh is a second-generation Kootenai County resident who has been with the Coeur d’Alene Press for six years. She primarily covers Kootenai County’s government, as well as law enforcement, the legal system and North Idaho College.

ARTICLES BY KAYE THORNBRUGH

Touching Hearts at Home celebrates new Hayden location

In Kootenai County, where people aged 60 and over make up almost 30% of residents, the need for senior care is growing as the population grows.
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Rural education takes center stage in North Idaho

National Education Association leaders, the nation's largest labor union, meet with local educators
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Free grief workshop Sept. 9 at Hospice of North Idaho

Next week, Hospice of North Idaho is hosting two grief workshops with one of the top specialists in the U.S., Dr. Alan Wolfelt.
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Man imprisoned for sexual exploitation of children

A man who possessed thousands of images depicting child sexual abuse received a prison sentence, according to the Kootenai County Prosecuting Attorney's Office.
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St. Maries family sentenced in poaching case

A judge sentenced a St. Maries family convicted of conspiring to hide evidence of an illegal kill, sending a father and son to prison and placing a third family member on probation without hunting privileges.
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North Idaho College enrollment grows

Total enrollment at North Idaho College increased 6.2% over last year, according to data provided by NIC, marking seven straight semesters of growth.
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North Idaho College enrollment grows

Total enrollment at North Idaho College increased 6.2% over last year, according to data provided by NIC, marking seven straight semesters of growth.
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Kootenai County, NIC candidates file for Nov. 3 election

The deadline to file for the Nov. 3 general election has passed.
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Man gets prison for stalking, aggravated assault

A man who pleaded guilty to stalking and attacking an ex will spend up to 20 years in prison.
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Kootenai County commissioners approve $146 million budget

In a split vote, Kootenai County commissioners voted Wednesday night to approve the county's fiscal year 2027 budget, which includes levying 3% more taxes.
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Butterfly Haven enchants at North Idaho State Fair

Hundreds of butterflies drifted and floated about inside the large enclosure, sometimes resting on the walls, which are made of netting, on brightly-colored flowers or even on the visitors who had a chance to feed them. Unlike some of the human visitors, Reed said the butterflies didn't mind the hot …
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State upholds Knapp's homestead exemption

Kootenai County assessor had challenged political rival's residency.
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Man charged with trafficking fentanyl

A man accused of trafficking fentanyl is facing felony charges.
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SEPT NIBJ: ‘Don’t age alone’: Demand for geriatric healthcare grows

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