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Fire destroys Army Surplus store in Sandpoint
SANDPOINT, Idaho — An overnight fire has destroyed a business in downtown Sandpoint. Photos from Selkirk Fire Rescue & EMS show massive flames from the Army Surplus store on Oak Street. Firefighters were seen spraying water on the fire as the flames burned out of control, coming from both...
Court fight tests WA’s protections for tenants threatened with eviction
When a tenant in Washington faces eviction, it’s possible they can reach a settlement agreement with their landlord that allows them to stay in their home. A state law approved in 2021 bars these agreements from forcing renters to waive certain protections – things like rights to mediation of tenant-landlord disagreements, rent repayment plans, and […] The post Court fight tests WA’s protections for tenants threatened with eviction appeared first on Washington State Standard.
Lottery officials urge to check numbers as mystery $1.3m Lotto ticket remains – and deadline is approaching
SOMEONE in Washington became a millionaire overnight when they hit the jackpot but have yet to claim their prize. Washington State’s Lotto game costs just $1 for two plays but earned a lucky winner $1.3 million. The winnings come from the June 22 drawing, and the ticket was bought in Auburn, about 30 minutes south […]
Tri-Cities entrepreneur launches horchata-flavored protein bar inspired by Latino heritage
Tri-Cities, Wash. — From real estate agent to business entrepreneur, a local Tri-Cities resident has launched his own product inspired by his Latino heritage. There are millions of protein bars to choose from when you're at the grocery store or gym. But a Yakima native and now Tri-Cities resident came up with his own horchata-flavored protein bar.
Idaho Counties With the Highest Number of Miserable Lyme Disease Cases
When the spring and summer months hit in the United States, the words “Lyme disease” and “ticks” go hand in hand in the media. And we’re not just talking about programs like NBC Nightly News and ABC World News Tonight. You’ll often see Lyme Disease get discussed on entertainment news shows like ET or Hollywood Insider. That’s because there has been a significant number of celebrities that have contracted the bacterial tick-borne illness without it being properly diagnosed the first time.
Idahoans React to Obnoxious Neighborhood Fireworks Shows
Did you get any sleep last night? If you live in Idaho, the chances are you didn't get a whole lot of sleep. The reason our night and our upcoming nights of discontent will continue is that Idahoans love their fireworks. Never mind that firing off aerial fireworks are illegal, the nights of loud sounds and excessive lights will continue.
Loons killed on Beaver Lake, $8000 reward offered for information
TONASKET – The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) Police are asking the public for any information on an incident where someone shot and killed two adult common loons and their chicks on Beaver Lake in the Okanogan Highlands. Non-governmental organizations are offering an $8,000 reward for information...
Urgent Recall For 25 Amazon Items Sold In Washington
As much as I have a 'shop local' mentality, it sure is fun to shop on Amazon. You place the order, it shows up on your doorstop in just a couple of days and, if you don't care for it or didn't work for you, they have a great return policy.
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