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Coeur d'Alene Public Libary Board of Trustees names new library director
COEUR D'ALENE, Idaho — The Coeur d’Alene Public Library Board of Trustees approved a new library director at their meeting on Thursday. The board approved Elizabeth Westenburg who will officially start her new role on October 7. The library says Westenburg has 20 years of experience in public...
Yotes preparing for first-time opponent in second home game
CALDWELL — One home night game down, one more to go. The Yotes opened the 2024 season last Saturday night with a comfortable win over Lincoln. The primetime atmosphere brought a new energy to Simplot Stadium that they hope will carry over to this Saturday’s contest. This week presents a new kind of challenge for the College of Idaho — facing a team that has never played a down of...
Two West Nile infections reported in Ada and Canyon Counties
ADA COUNTY, Idaho — Central and Southwest District Health report that two Idaho residents have been infected with the West Nile virus; one woman in Canyon County and one man in Ada County. The woman has been identified as being over the age of 60 and was hospitalized by...
Scouting the Vandals: 5 questions, prediction with an Idaho reporter
No. 3 Oregon hosts Idaho on Saturday (4:30 p.m., Big Ten Network) at Autzen Stadium. The Oregonian/OregonLive reached out to Idaho correspondent Peter Harriman for The Spokesman-Review to pose five questions and gain insight into the Vandals. How to watch live stream online: You can watch this game live for...
Kootenai County commissioners approve $131 million budget
COEUR D'ALENE, Idaho — Kootenai County commissioners voted Wednesday to approve the county’s fiscal year 2025 budget, which includes levying 2% more taxes. Commissioners Leslie Duncan and Bruce Mattare voted in favor of the $131 million budget, while Bill Brooks opposed it. Brooks said the 2% cost of...
Duck Tape: Film Analysis of Idaho 2024
Idaho head coach Eck, formerly the longtime offensive line coach and offensive coordinator for South Dakota State, has led the Vandals to the FCS playoffs in both seasons since taking over the program and clearing out Paul Petrino’s staff at the end of 2021. Last year Idaho finished the...
Road rage incident leads to man being shot in downtown Spokane
SPOKANE, Wash. – A road rage incident in which a man purportedly intentionally rammed his car into a fellow driver’s vehicle ended with a gun shot Saturday morning. According to the Spokane Police Department (SPD), the suspect purposefully collided with another car on Interstate 90 this morning, at which point the vehicles remained near each other until they reached East Front Street Avenue near East MLK Jr Way. Police say it is unclear which vehicle followed the other as of Saturday morning.
Spokane Boxing Gym hosting lemonade stand to fundraise for youth
SPOKANE, Wash. – The Spokane Boxing Gym will hold a lemonade stand Saturday to fundraise for a girls travel team to compete at the All Women’s Tournament in Auburn. According to Rick Welliver, the founder of Spokane Boxing, the fundraiser will help young athletes travel across the state to compete alongside other boxers throughout Washington.
Heat Alert: Inland Northwest Faces Scorching Temperatures This Labor Day Weekend
Spokane, WA – The Inland Northwest is preparing for scorching temperatures this Labor Day weekend, with Sunday expected to be the hottest day. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Spokane issued a “Moderate Heat Risk” warning for the region. This advisory emphasizes the need for individuals to stay cool and hydrated, especially those sensitive to heat.
West Coast Conference Preview: Gonzaga Bulldogs
For most programs in the nation posting a 27-8 record would be exceptional. Reaching the Sweet 16 would be the hallmark of a successful season. Yet, for the team that resides in Spokane, Washington, last year was a bit of a “down” one. It is no secret that the Gonzaga Bulldogs have become the primer program in the West Coast Conference for over 20 years. Despite their dominance, last year’s squad was surrounded by discourse. To make matters worse, their conference rival, the Gaels of St. Mary’s won both the regular season and conference tournament championship.
12-year-old welcomed home by community following over 30 surgeries and getting his leg amputated
LIBERTY LAKE, Wash. — The Liberty Lake community welcomed 12-year-old Ike home Saturday afternoon from a hard recovery after doctors were forced to amputate his leg. "I am incredibly grateful that he has gotten so much support," said Jacob Rabe. "Ike has been in the hospital for more than two months, and he's not felt the support like the rest of us have because he's been in Seattle and he's been under medication. It was very important to us to make sure he felt loved and supported. I'm just grateful."
Evacuations lifted near Spokane airport after wildfire
AIRWAY HEIGHTS, Wash. — Evacuations have been lifted from the areas west of the Spokane International Airport after the Thorpe Road Fire caused several levels of evacuations. Spokane County Emergency Management (SCEM) says evacuations have been lifted and residents in the areas between Thorpe Road, Medical Lake Highway, Lawson...
Hundreds of endangered frogs released into Columbia National Wildlife Refuge
For the fourth time, hundreds of endangered frogs were released into the Columbia National Wildlife Refuge with the intent to revitalize their population. The nearly 400 northern leopard frogs were collected as eggs by the Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife and raised from tadpoles by Northwest Trek Wildlife Park and Oregon Zoo staff. The adult frogs were released mid-August.
North Idaho College petitions for reduced accreditation sanction
COEUR D’ALENE, Idaho – North Idaho College (NIC), which has been argued that it has earned a reduced sanction this week. NIC submitted a special report to the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities on Friday, and argued that the college has made improvements that call for a reduced sanction.
Police: Driver arrested after failing to yield at stop sign, causing multi-vehicle crash that led to one death
JEROME — Idaho State Police are investigating a five-vehicle fatality collision that occurred at 1:38 p.m. on Friday, August 30, 2024, at State Highway 25 and US Highway 93 in Jerome County. A 2024 white Toyota Rav 4 driven by a 36-year-old male from Boise, ID was traveling eastbound on SH25 when it failed to stop at a stop sign colliding with four other vehicles. The following vehicles and drivers...
WA prisoners pay millions in fees to the state. Most of the money isn’t being used
Washington is sitting on millions of dollars collected from incarcerated people for phone calls and other fees – money that is supposed to be spent to improve prisoner welfare. The Incarcerated Individual Betterment Fund grew by about $1 million from last July to an estimated $12 million at the end of June, according to budget […]
Parvovirus B19 Spreading In Washington Here Are The Symptoms
Residents of Washington need to be aware that Parvovirus B19 is increasing and spreading throughout Washington and other states across America. This virus is a typical child illness that can cause a rashing face, also known as "slap cheeks disease." Source: Newsweek. WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF THE PARVOVIRUS B19?
Idaho Resort Enhances F&B Options
Coeur d’Alene Casino Resort Hotel in Worley, Idaho is adding a pizzeria to its food court. A special stone oven, featuring both cooking and finishing temperatures, will enable the pizzas to be prepared quickly. In addition, the popular Little Dragon Asian eatery has recently undergone a transformation and will now be open seven days a week.
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