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Eastern Idaho librarians implement a variety of methods to comply with new library law
POCATELLO — Librarians across eastern Idaho are using a variety of methods to comply with a law that restricts materials to minors. The law, which was reintroduced a number of times in the Legislature, was passed on April 3 and became enforceable on July 1. It makes it so that anyone can submit a “request for reconsideration” on a library item to have it moved to a section with restricted access to minors, defined as anyone under the age of 18.
Family honors Memory of 8-year-old with lemonade stand for Make-A-Wish Idaho
COEUR D’ALENE, Idaho – In honor of their 8-year-old daughter Jaicey, who tragically passed away from an undiagnosed illness, her family organized a lemonade stand. The lemonade stand was a tribute to Jaicey, celebrating her memory and the positive impact of Make-A-Wish Idaho on children facing challenges in their lives. According to her family, the stand symbolized hope, offered moments of refreshment and helped build confidence, among other wonderful things.
OUR GEM: Be smart around lead, play clean
COEUR D'ALENE, Idaho — Summertime recreation is one of the best parts of living in our area. Swimming, boating, camping and other outdoor activities are great ways to make lifelong memories with your friends and family. While our region looks like a pristine, beautiful place to recreate, some areas are impacted by the historical mining activities that occurred in the Coeur d’Alene basin.
Spokane Valley Summer Theatre Brings 1950's Rock 'n' Roll To Life With BUDDY: THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY
Spokane Valley Summer Theatre closes its 'Divine Season 9' with the world's most successful rock and roll show, BUDDY: THE Buddy Holly STORY. Directed by Collin J. Pittmann, with music direction by David Brewster and choreography by Andrea Olsen, you're sure to get your 'rave on' as you experience the drama, passion, and excitement of Buddy Holly's life, cut short at just 22 years old and 'the day the music died.' BUDDY takes you from Holly's meteoric rise to fame to his legendary performance at the Surf Ballroom in Clear Lake, Iowa and features well known tunes including "That'll be the Day," "La Bamba," "Chantilly Lace," "Johnny B. Goode," "Everyday," and "Peggy Sue".
Project Construction affecting 15th Street, Margaret Avenue, and Thomas Lane starting July 29
We are writing to inform you about an upcoming construction project that will impact the area around 15th Street, Margaret Avenue, and Thomas Lane. The City of Coeur d’Alene has selected Alpine Northwest to install a new 16-inch transmission main along 15th Street from Margaret Avenue to Thomas Lane, continuing east outside the City limits to a proposed new 1-million-gallon water reservoir. This process will include the excavation of asphalt & material to install the new water line while utilizing heavy equipment. Dust mitigation will be consistently monitored and knockdown as needed. Materials will be laid out throughout the project as it moves forward.
Dave & Busters is Finally Coming to Eastern Washington
There have been rumors and rumblings around Dave & Busters coming to Eastern Washington, including several rumors of one coming to Yakima that started last year. Happy to say that Eastern Washington is finally slated to get the ever-popular Dave & Busters. If you're not familiar, think of it like...
Clearwater Paper Enters Agreement to Sell Tissue Business for $1.06 Billion
LEWISTON - Clearwater Paper Corporation announced Monday morning that it has entered into a definitive agreement to sell its tissue business to Sofidel America Corporation for $1.06 billion, subject to adjustments for debt, cash, transaction expenses and net working capital. Clearwater Paper's tissue business includes the company's Lewiston facility. Sofidel...
3-year-old boy in critical condition after near-drowning incident in the Spokane River
OTIS ORCHARDS, Wash. - A 3-year-old boy was pulled from the Spokane River today and taken to the hospital in critical condition. According to the Spokane Valley Fire Department, firefighters responded to East Buckeye Avenue near Barker Road at 6:38 p.m. for a reported drowning. Six minutes after receiving the call, they arrived.
Texas Fire Update for Monday, July 22
Containment increased to 60% as firefighters made significant progress yesterday securing the fireline. Crews completed initial mop-up for most of the fire area, gridding 100 feet into the black from the fireline, to search for and extinguish lingering heat. Firefighters assigned to the eastern spot completed hose lays three-quarters of the way around the perimeter, with engines working in areas where hose cannot be laid. Yesterday, a snag fell down creating visible smoke from the interior of the eastern spot; crews quickly responded and cooled the area with water. While mop-up operations continue, interior smoke may still be visible from time to time.
Boise teachers and leaders revisit a controversial grading policy
The Boise School District’s controversial grading system is coming under scrutiny by teachers who say it allows both high- and low-achieving students to “game the system” and bypass learning without consequences. But district administrators are doubling down on the seven-year policy, and say it’s just a first...
Authorities identify man killed in weekend motorcycle crash in Pocatello
POCATELLO – Authorities have released the name of a man killed in a motorcycle crash over the weekend. In a news release, Bannock County Coroner Torey Danner says Angel Garcia, 28, of Pocatello, was killed in an early Sunday morning collision. It happened around 2:30 a.m. on Yellowstone Avenue...
Zeus is our Pet of the Week
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready ... Zeus, a 7-year-old lab-mastiff mix, is our Pet of the Week. Snake River Animal Shelter Operations Manager Romi Weaver describes Zeus as a “chill dog” who is good with kids and other dogs. “He is the perfect shop dog, the kind...
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