It has been nine long months since North Idaho was hit with the novel coronavirus. For the Panhandle Health District staff, volunteers, and leadership the weight of the community has weighed on their shoulders. Now, with a vaccine and growing workforce, the smoke is starting to clear. From left, Environmental and Health Protection Administrator Joseph Righello, District Director Lora Whalen, Public Information Officer Katherine Hoyer, Public Health Services Administrator Don…

December 17, 2020