Bill Buley

Some of North Idaho's leaders fielded this question from the NIBJ: "How local leaders define success: growth vs. stability." Here are some of their comments:

On a gray and cloudy day, young and old gathered under and around Avista Pavilion for a remembrance ceremony for Frank Harwood and John Morrison. It was a year to the date both men were shot and killed in an ambush attack on June 29, 2025, on Canfield Mountain while responding to an intentionally set wildland fire.

The Meyers have long been helping the community. Their commitment and dedication goes back decades to when they arrived in a town whose economy hinged on logging, mining and its abundant natural resources.

Etherton said firefighters are still very much affected by what happened a year ago. They wear pins, bracelets and tattoos in memory of their fallen brothers.

An estimated crowd of about 25,000 people watched the city's celebration of America’s 250th

Business over the past three years was great and last year, the best in their history, thanks in part to a resurgence in vinyl. But when their lease for the Government Way building expired, and they couldn't find another suitable space, they announced earlier this year they would have to close. The Press published a feature story April 30.

The man behind Koep Concerts was able to silence doubters who questioned last year whether free music at McEuen every week were financially doable when he took it on. He proved they were. Thousands turned out for the weekly shows that were supported by sponsors and donations.

A record field of about 400 men and women competed in the Hayden sprint triathlon on a windy, sunny morning.Zach Erikson of Orem, Utah, was the overall winner in 1:09:14. He and family members in Spokane just recently decided to register for the race.

The toughness and determination that carried her through a marathon are still evident.

Hagadone said the 16-story Sherman Tower on Sherman Avenue with sweeping views of Lake Coeur d'Alene is the Hagadone Corp's., "best investment for us to make for the future.