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THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Support for your favorite college team now measured in $$$
April 19, 2024 1:30 a.m.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Support for your favorite college team now measured in $$$

Are you a serious Gonzaga fan? A real, heart-and-soul Zagaholic who would do almost anything to see your guys back in the NCAA title game? Here’s an idea: Send the program a couple million dollars.

North Idaho 14-day weather forecast
April 19, 2024 1:20 a.m.

North Idaho 14-day weather forecast

North Idaho 14-day weather forecast

Signing photos April 19, 2024
April 19, 2024 1:15 a.m.

Signing photos April 19, 2024

Local athletes signing letters of intent to play at the next level.

April 19, 2024 1:15 a.m.

PREP BASEBALL: T-Wolves put two together for sweep

Lake City hosts Post Falls in a doubleheader on Saturday.

PREP ROUNDUP: Lakeland topples Sandpoint twice
April 19, 2024 1:14 a.m.

PREP ROUNDUP: Lakeland topples Sandpoint twice

Lakeland travels to Lewiston on Tuesday for an IEL doubleheader.

NIC trustees hire accreditation attorney
April 19, 2024 1:09 a.m.

NIC trustees hire accreditation attorney

North Idaho College trustees hired another attorney Thursday night, this time to “assist NIC across the finish line” of returning to good standing with its accreditor.

Tesh turnaround
April 19, 2024 1:08 a.m.

Tesh turnaround

After employee exodus in August, nonprofit rebuilds staff, client base

It has served over 20,000 children and adults with disabilities since 1976.

Safe Passage: Here for survivors
April 19, 2024 1:07 a.m.

Safe Passage: Here for survivors

Two in five women and one in five men in Idaho have experienced sexual violence during their lifetime, according to the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare.

Man gets probation for sexual exploitation
April 19, 2024 1:06 a.m.

Man gets probation for sexual exploitation

A man who pleaded guilty to possessing thousands of images depicting child sexual abuse was placed on supervised probation.

April 19, 2024 1:05 a.m.

Weekend TV/Radio highlights

Television, radio and streaming highlights for upcoming weekend.

April 19, 2024 1:05 a.m.

Lightfoot, Meyer among this year's Big Sky Hall of Fame class

This year’s class will be officially inducted on Saturday, July 20 starting at 6:30 p.m., as part of the Big Sky Football Kickoff Weekend at the Northern Quest Resort & Casino in Airway Heights, Washington.

KSD exploring 4-day week
April 19, 2024 1:05 a.m.

KSD exploring 4-day week

Superintendent says Cd'A's decision will influence theirs

Recently, students in the KSD were sent home with surveys that their families could fill out and return to the school – these surveys asked the families what they believed would be the pros and cons of such a change from the traditional five-day school week.

April 19, 2024 1 a.m.

EDITORIAL: Video forums help fill political news gap

Starting Sunday, go to cdapress.com and click the Meet the Candidates tab

Aspire's 'Gypsy' opens April 26
April 19, 2024 1 a.m.

Aspire's 'Gypsy' opens April 26

Show runs through May 5

Aspire Community Theatre's production of "Gypsy" will open at 7:30 p.m. Friday, April 26 at the Midge and Pepper Smock Family Theatre at the Kroc Center.

Cheri Lynn Davis, 65
April 19, 2024 1 a.m.

Cheri Lynn Davis, 65

Cheri Lynn (Johnson) Davis, 65, of Wallace, Idaho passed away April 14 2024 at Schneidmiller Hospice House in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho with her loving husband by her side.

April 19, 2024 1 a.m.

DRUGS: Time to nationalize them

“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” — Ben Franklin

April 19, 2024 1 a.m.

PRECINCTS: How to avoid guesswork

I am one more citizen suggesting fellow voters visit northidahorepublicans.org before voting in the May 21 primary election. It’s very easy to find your precinct number and poll site, and you’ll see the list of recommended 2024 Precinct Committeeman Candidates.

April 19, 2024 1 a.m.

TRUMP: Getting to soul of the matter

Sandy Patano, in her recent column “Saving Republican Soul,” tells us that “we will obviously support the Republican nominee” because “to be a true Republican…is based on allegiance to a specific individual…or a steadfast commitment to…shared conservative principles.”

April 19, 2024 1 a.m.

SHERIFF: Make him one and done

Sheriff Bob Norris is up for re-election this year and needs to be shown the door.

April 19, 2024 1 a.m.

NIC: What trustees should do

“NIC trustees examine governance problems,” April 13, page A1. Mea culpa, mea culpa, mea maxima culpa, here? Darn unlikely to be volunteered, but until it’s admitted, accreditation could be illusive.

April 19, 2024 1 a.m.

THANKS: To our favorite weatherMann

In reading “Forecast Calls for 20-Year Celebration” on Monday (April 15) in the Coeur d’Alene Press, I wanted to give a heartfelt thank you to Randy Mann for his years of dedication and service to providing accurate weather for our area. Mann’s commentaries on the weather, along with Cliff Harris, provide the bright spot to my days.

April 19, 2024 1 a.m.

BORAH: Don’t take away ‘our kids’

I couldn’t believe my eyes Saturday! Close down Borah School? Borah is not just a school; it is central to a close-knit neighborhood.

ART INSIGHTS: What's your medium?
April 19, 2024 1 a.m.

ART INSIGHTS: What's your medium?

What’s your medium? No, no, no! This isn’t about how you like your steak, what size shirts you wear or preference in psychics.

April 19, 2024 1 a.m.

VIGIL: Why I won’t be there

Thanks but no thanks North Idaho United for the invitation to your vigil on Saturday.

Driver cited for crash involving deputy, K-9
April 19, 2024 1 a.m.

Driver cited for crash involving deputy, K-9

Idaho State Police determined the Kootenai County deputy who struck a power pole with his patrol vehicle Wednesday morning wasn’t at fault for the collision.

MY TURN: When leaders don't obey laws
April 19, 2024 1 a.m.

MY TURN: When leaders don't obey laws

...chaos becomes anarchy

OPINION: Shut up!
April 19, 2024 1 a.m.

OPINION: Shut up!

“In a time of universal deceit, telling the truth becomes a revolutionary act.” — George Orwell

Oregon author luncheon set for May 2
April 19, 2024 1 a.m.

Oregon author luncheon set for May 2

Eileen Garvin to appear at Vine and Olive

Oregon-based author Eileen Garvin will make an appearance in Coeur d'Alene at noon May 2 during a luncheon at Vine and Olive Eatery and Wine Bar.

Rock slide delays Moon Pass opening
April 19, 2024 1 a.m.

Rock slide delays Moon Pass opening

A significant rock slide has delayed the seasonal opening of Moon Pass for the foreseeable future.

OPINION: AI concerns aren't just hallucinations
April 19, 2024 1 a.m.

OPINION: AI concerns aren't just hallucinations

Potential for good - and not-so-good - abundant in medical field and elsewhere

Kellogg Elks share through community grants
April 19, 2024 1 a.m.

Kellogg Elks share through community grants

Among the Kellogg Elks Lodge awards, combating food insecurity for youth and seniors as well as resources for veterans were among the recipients to recently receive grant funding. The “Elks Care - Elks Share” motto will carry over to assist the Silver Valley Seniors Meals on Wheels program, the Silver Valley Snack Pak and reach local veterans in partnership with the quarterly VFW Stand-Down events.

Marty and Max: A lesson in DEI
April 19, 2024 1 a.m.

Marty and Max: A lesson in DEI

In the last 12 months, according to MLS data, there have been 4,370 homes sold in the Coeur d’Alene market. The rural east side, which includes the 83833 zip code, accounted for a mere 45 homes sold or about 1%.

OPINION: Why your vote in May matters
April 19, 2024 1 a.m.

OPINION: Why your vote in May matters

Future of the Idaho Republican Party is on the ballot

Earth Day celebration Saturday
April 19, 2024 1 a.m.

Earth Day celebration Saturday

Community members of all ages are invited to the Coeur d’Alene Public Library’s annual Earth Day celebration Saturday.

Arts, culture events at NIC
April 19, 2024 1 a.m.

Arts, culture events at NIC

The public is invited to visit the North Idaho College Boswell Corner Gallery for a student art exhibition.

Canyon Elementary School sets safety precautions into effect
April 19, 2024 1 a.m.

Canyon Elementary School sets safety precautions into effect

Safety is the watchword at Canyon Elementary School as much-needed fire and emergency upgrades to the building have been installed or are in the process of being updated.

Shoshone County jail bookings
April 19, 2024 1 a.m.

Shoshone County jail bookings

Arrests and bookings for Shoshone County jail

'Mamma Mia!'
April 19, 2024 1 a.m.

'Mamma Mia!'

CHS production on stage through April 27

Embark on a sun-soaked adventure with the Coeur d'Alene High School Theatre Department during performances of the smash-hit musical sensation, "Mamma Mia!" Inspired by the iconic songs of ABBA, this production promises an evening of laughter, love and entertainment. The show plays at 7 p.m. through April 27.

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