Be the 'highlight reel' and exemplify God's love

Bonner County pastors share messages of faith and hope.

Kindness should rule in private and government alike

Kiwis/Aussies/international travelers, are horrified by Donald Trump and his short-sighted policies and practices.

Kindness Project delivers notes of appreciation

Words of love, gratitude delivered throughout North Idaho

"You are loved." "You are appreciated." "Our community is a better place with you in it." "We're glad you're here." These words of love and gratitude are showering the community with good vibes as friendly notes are being distributed to an array of organizations and businesses during the North Idaho Kindness Project's 2025 Kindness Card campaign.

Why U.S./Canada cooperation matters more than ever

As former presidents of the Pacific NorthWest Economic Region, we've witnessed firsthand how nonpartisan cross-border collaboration can transform challenges into mutual opportunities that transcend political differences. Since 1991, PNWER has championed cross-border partnerships to enhance the economic interdependencies that span the 10 states, provinces and territories of our bi-national region.

No Man's Land film fest returning to Panida

“None of these stories are new to us. We’re already living it,” organizer Lauren Sanders said. “But they're new to being shown on film and being featured.”

A lonely existence

Bonner County pastors share messages of faith and hope.

'Lord, teach us to pray' (part 1)

Bonner County pastors share messages of faith and hope.

CDC report adds to evidence that HPV vaccine is preventing cervical cancer in US women

A new government report says that rates for precancerous lesions decreased about 80% among younger women who were screened for cervical cancer. That's more evidence to show the HPV vaccine is working to prevent some cancers. The estimates were published Thursday by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. HPV, or human papillomavirus, is very common and is spread through sex. Most HPV infections cause no symptoms and clear up without treatment. Others develop into cancer, about 37,000 cases a year. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. once called the vaccine dangerous.

Finding the beauty in the broken road

There's a song from years ago sung by the country music band, Rascal Flatts. “Bless the Broken Road” is generally about a person finding their true love. It became a popular wedding song. One line says, “This much I know is true, that God blessed the broken road that led me straight to you; yes, He did.”

Offering a cup of cold water to the thirsty

In my little meditation book “Abide, ” which I am reading during this Lenten season, I came across a section titled, “What's Enough?” The author veers from the fear many of us have of “having enough” materially, to another take on enough. She inserts words like, “Do I have enough compassion? Gratitude? Integrity? Joy? Trust? Contentment?

Jerad Paul Wilhelmsen, 37

Jerad Paul Wilhelmsen passed away on March 18, 2025.

Quick eater? Experts say it's time to slow down

Scientists say you're eating too fast if you typically finish a regular-sized meal in less than 20 minutes. That means you could have a higher risk of obesity, swallow more air that leads to bloating or have unchewed pieces of food lodged in your esophagus. Experts recommend slowing down by putting down your phone, turning off the TV and focusing on the meal itself.

U.S. pauses Columbia River water-sharing negotiations with Canada amid trade war

Under Columbia River Treaty, Canada controls the flow of the Northwest’s largest river from its headwaters in British Columbia

‘Stonewalling’: Forest Service mum on firings during wildfire briefing

USFS officials refused more than 10 times in meeting with Southwestern congressional staffers to say how many employees had been fired

Michael 'Mick' Arthur Reina, 66

Michael “Mick” Arthur Reina passed away on Friday, March 28, 2025

Community garden set to bloom at 'The Woods'

Effort underway to create garden near sled hill

Plans are blooming to create a community garden at the base of the Pine Street Woods sled hill.

Kindness, consideration go a long way

I have a friend who works for Door Dash to earn extra money in this increasingly expensive economy. She works really hard in her full-time job and just as hard at this side hustle. As Door Dash is a newer concept to our community and is increasing in popularity, I thought I'd share a couple of tips I've learned from her.

It's time to lessen impact to weather systems

A person doesn't have to be a climate scientist, or any kind of scientist for that matter, to reach the reasonable conclusion that the world is experiencing a climate crisis. All it takes is awareness of how global warming is adversely affecting the weather and an objective evaluation of the facts.

Port champions rural economic development

Port of Pend Oreille leadership recently met with Washington state legislators in Olympia to advocate for transformative economic development initiatives in Pend Oreille County. The Port's executive director and economic development director presented plans for an innovative rail shop project that has a proven history and promises to position the region as a leader in clean energy while creating substantial local employment opportunities.

POAC announces auditions for MCT's 'Snow White'

Auditions for "Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs" will take place Monday, March 17, at Forrest Bird Charter School. All aspiring actors and actresses, ranging from grades K-12 are welcome and encouraged to participate.