A retrospective look at fire in North Idaho
By Cameron Rasmusson
Reader Staff
(with Ben Olson contributing reporting)
Fire is burned into Idaho history just as surely as the accomplishments of its people.
Since its foundation as a …
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New fire reported near Cape Horn
By Ben Olson
Reader Staff
A new wildfire named Three Sisters Fire has broken out three miles northwest of the town of Bayview.
The Three Sisters Fire has spread to …
So you wanna build something?
By Ted Bowers
Reader Builder Columnist
So you have a building project you want to undertake. Where do you start? What comes next?
Presumably you know what you want, but …
Living on the Cheap: how to save a buck in North Idaho
By Susan Drinkard
Reader Columnist
Everyone loves a deal and everyone (except cross allergy sufferers and Morticia Addams) love flowers.
Deep discounts on all annuals, perennials, fruit trees, rose bushes, …
The first half of 2015 was the hottest on record. Period.
By Ben Olson
Reader Staff
The average temperature around the globe was 1.58°F higher than the 20th century average during the first six months of 2015, according to Time Magazine…
Cape Horn fire: The Aftermath
Story and photos by Ben Olson
Reader Staff
While over 400 fire personnel still fight to contain the Cape Horn fire outside of Bayview, the worst is apparently behind us.…
Fire restrictions set for Bonner County
If you plan to visit local public lands during Independence Day Weekend, the Idaho Panhandle National Forests and Bureau of Land Management (BLM) suggest you “Know Before You Go.” Prior …
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