The adoption connection
By Lyndsie Kiebert
Reader Staff
When it comes to causes worth rallying around, there’s no doubt finding homes for all of North Idaho’s children is somewhere near the top of …
By Lyndsie Kiebert
Reader Staff
When it comes to causes worth rallying around, there’s no doubt finding homes for all of North Idaho’s children is somewhere near the top of …
By Lyndsie Kiebert
Reader Staff
Upon first glance, it’s your average North Idaho shop. Enter the door, walk the smooth concrete surface toward the back and get a closer look. …
By Lyndsie Kiebert
Reader Staff
North Idaho legislators weren’t home for long before answering questions about the recent session at a Bonner County Republican Women, Inc. meeting Tuesday morning.
U.S. …
By Lyndsie Kiebert
Reader Staff
About six years ago, Jillian Klaucke joined a group of female physicians in Baltimore who met for dinner once a month. It’s a routine she’s …
By Lyndsie Kiebert
Reader Staff
A barge used in submarine testing at the U.S. Naval Acoustic Research Detachment in Bayview capsized in February, Navy officials confirmed last week.
Navy Times…
By Lyndsie Kiebert
Reader Staff
It’s no secret that Bonner County officials dread choosing which of the county’s 679 roads get hard-surfaced and which do not.
Road and Bridge Director …
By Lyndsie Kiebert
Reader Staff
Idaho’s ballot initiative bill saga reached what appeared to be a climax Friday, when Gov. Brad Little vetoed two bills that would heighten requirements for …
By Lyndsie Kiebert
Reader Staff
When musicians are asked to describe their band’s sound, some answers come to be expected. They might list their influences, maybe some genres they like …
By Lyndsie Kiebert
Reader Staff
Like most great ideas, the Community Assistance League began with two women trying to solve a problem.
As the legend goes, Sydne Van Horne and …
By Lyndsie Kiebert
Reader Staff
Oftentimes, the only thing standing between a food-based entrepreneur and success is access to a commercial space where their business dreams can be realized.
For …
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