What to expect in Idaho's state primary and Democratic presidential caucus

The May 23 caucuses will function more like a party-run primary with printed ballots and set polling hours

Man convicted of rape in Coeur d'Alene now linked to deaths of 4 women in Canada

The deaths occurred in the 1970s

A jury convicted Srery in 2009 for raping a Coeur d’Alene woman. First District Judge Charles Hosack sentenced Srery to life in prison with parole eligibility after eight years. He died in 2011 in a state prison of natural causes.

Come get 'Lost in the '50s'

Are you ready for Sandpoint's biggest party? You're in luck if you are as Lost in the '50s kicks off today with the annual classic car parade through downtown Sandpoint.

More Idahoans planning Memorial Day travel

Gas prices dip slightly before big travel weekend

Today, the average price for a gallon of regular in the Gem State is $3.85.

TRACK & FIELD: 12 Badgers named district champs

A dozen Bonners Ferry track and field athletes earned district championship honors at the 3A IML district meet on Thursday and Friday. Twenty-three Badgers will advance to the 3A state championship in Middleton.

Century 21 Four Seasons expands into commercial real estate

Big news for North Idaho's commercial real estate landscape, as Century 21 Four Seasons Realty is proud to announce the expansion of our services to include commercial real estate, specifically designed to cater to your unique needs.

Walk-a-thon for new shoes to local kids

Eli Pine, known by many locals as the man who walks, is again organizing a personal walk-a-thon to fundraise for shoes for area youths.

BOPNW rehomes owls

Three Great Horned owls were recovered from Elk Mountain Farms after having trouble staying in their rickety nest.

BPA seeking scoping comments for KNWR floodplain reconnection project

The Bonneville Power Administration is seeking comments to help determine issues that should be addressed in an environmental review for the Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge floodplain reconnection project.

SOFTBALL: Badgers end season, Timberlake nabs fifth straight district title

Bonners Ferry softball ended their season on Thursday, May 9 as Timberlake swept the 3A Intermountain League District 1 title in two games.

Barbara Lenore Cossairt, 86

Barbara Lenore Cossairt passed away on May 8, 2024.

'He ain't from around here' doesn't factor in

Cops are the same wherever you go. I was a cop for 33 years. I trained extensively with cops from all over the world, including military special ops folks. Never in all of those years did, “you ain’t from around here,” ever factor into whether a person could do a job or not.

The brave don't follow in fear; they lead

"It’s morning again in America.” Forty years ago, Americans heard those words in a Ronald Reagan presidential campaign ad.

Mark Sauter is the best choice for job

We recently received a political flyer bashing District 1A Representative Mark Sauter. Ironically it is from Jane Sauter (no relationship to Mark) She is running for Mark’s position.

Trio don't represent Idaho values

The National Education Association is the largest labor union and one of the largest activist groups in the U.S.

Don’t be confused by the Democrats

Some people say that Democrats are about as rare as honest used car salesmen in North Idaho.

Mark Sauter's expertise invaluable in Legislature

Here in the West, the threat of catastrophic fire is always looming. We saw the grim reality last summer when hundreds of homes were torched in a matter of hours just across the state line. That's why we need Mark Sauter representing us in Boise.

We are well represented by Mark Sauter

While Mark is a conservative, he exercises decision-making that does not necessarily conform to labels. It was clear from my interaction with Mark and others who worked with him to get H596a passed that he wanted to pass prudent legislation that helped the citizens of Idaho.

Larson deserves your vote in primary

Democrats in Idaho have been trained that the primary does not matter for them. Forget your training! This year, we have a candidate that needs your vote.

ITD installing damaged tire sensors at ports of entry

When a semitruck blows a tire at highway speeds, it can be dangerous if not fatal. As part of its safety programs, the Idaho Transportation Department is putting Tire Anomaly and Classification Systems at ports of entry across the state.