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Testimony continues in Wood trial
---UPDATED 5:40 p.m. January 21, 2021--- Wednesday afternoon in 20th District Judicial Court,...
Former DCI agent testifies in Thompson Falls murder trial
The murder trial of former Thompson Falls resident Danielle Wood continued Thursday in Thompson...
T. Falls murder trial begins
The trial of former Thompson Falls resident Danielle Wood began Tuesday with opening arguments by...
HISTORIC WINDSTORM
Sanders County continues to recover from a severe windstorm that swept through the area last week,...
Question of the Week
Jordan Fisher, Thompson Falls - “One thing I have learned from last week’s storm is there is always someone willing to lend a hand, no matter...
Cafe owner looks ahead after fire
A fire destroyed the Thompson Falls Genki Asian Cafe on October 17. The blaze burned all night, and...
High winds cut power throughout county
It's been a windy Wednesday morning throughout Sanders County as thousands of residents were left...
Public can follow Wood trial online
The trial of Danielle Wood, charged with deliberate homicide in the murder of her ex-boyfriend,...
'Freedom Rally' draws crowd
A group gathered in front of the Sanders County courthouse with flags to support President Trump...
Question of the Week
GIN WEBER, Bigfork - “I do my taxes as soon as the paperwork comes in.” MARC TERRAZAS, Thompson Falls - “I prepare my taxes well before the...
Trial begins in T. Falls
by John Dowd The trial of former Thompson Falls resident Danielle Wood began Tuesday with opening...
Wood's trial set to begin January 19
The trial of Danielle Wood, a former Thompson Falls woman charged with deliberate homicide in the death of Matt LaFrieniere, is set to begin Jan. 19....
How do you stay active during the winter months?
Stephaney Hutchings, Thompson Falls - “I drive around and take photos. I shoot landscapes and like leaves, pinecones whatever.” Shane Robins,...
Not guilty plea to drug charge
In 20th District Judicial Court on Tuesday, Diamond Goforth pleaded not guilty to charges of criminal possession of dangerous drugs and attempted...
2021 Fun Run done virtually
The Fun Run was never done like this before, and probably never will be done like this again. In...
An old trapper reminisces
As the world spins on, one trapper still remembers the old days where trapping was a necessity....
Question of the week
ROBIN GILE, Trout Creek - “I am looking forward to spending more time with my family. I am also hoping that the corruption is exposed and for those...
Judge denies request for bail reduction
Daniel Haslage appeared before Judge James Manley in 20th District Judicial Court on Tuesday, requesting a reduction in his bail. Haslage is facing...
Woods Journal
When it comes to wintertime, along with all the winter sports and activities comes an inherent danger. Those who live their lives out in the wild...
Businesses on the move in Thompson Falls
Along with many of the changes happening in the year 2020, one may be an exciting shift for a local...
Downed utility line blocks traffic
Traffic was blocked on Highway 200 east of Thompson Falls Tuesday morning after a utility pole was...
Masonic Lodge honors volunteers
The Masonic Lodge of Thompson Falls are giving back to volunteers in the community, as they do every year. Every year they invite their beneficiary...
Question of the Week: Where have you seen the best Christmas lights?
CALEB LAKKO, Plains - “In Chicago, where they did the movie ‘Home Alone.’ That house.” BRYAN LAKKO, Plains - “I like the house on Burnham...
1 dead in Trout Creek standoff
One person is dead and another injured after an hours-long standoff in Trout Creek on Friday. Accord...
A taste of Europe in TF
Two local women are bringing an exotic culinary experience to Sanders County. Lydia LaFriniere, who...
