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Crews hold Sunset Fire in check at 3,208 acres
Firefighters continue to battle the Sunset Fire near Sandpoint, Idaho, holding it at 3,208 acres. Crews are reinforcing firelines and using aerial resources to contain the blaze. Evacuations are underway in Bonner County, with support centers open for residents and livestock. Stay informed on fire behavior, weather conditions, and safety updates.
Crews make significant gains on Sunset Fire
Sunset Fire reaches 32% containment in southern Bonner County as crews make significant weekend gains on 3,230-acre wildfire. Hotshot teams battle steep terrain while helicopters provide water drops. Maiden Rock Campground remains closed.
Sandpoint to pursue $130 million wastewater treatment plant improvement bond
Sandpoint's wastewater treatment facility violated its permit on five occasions in 2023 — the most of any municipal plant in ...
September trout stocking schedule for the Salmon Region
September trout stocking schedule for the Salmon Region idfg-mdemick Mon, 08/25/2025 - 15:22
Statewide trout stocking highlights for September 2025
Statewide trout stocking highlights for September 2025idfg-cliess Mon, 08/25/2025 - 15:13
Upcoming Clearwater Region hunter education classes
Upcoming Clearwater Region hunter education classesidfg-jbruns Mon, 08/25/2025 - 13:49
What hunters need to know about CWD requirements for 2025
What hunters need to know about CWD requirements for 2025idfg-rphillips Mon, 08/25/2025 - 10:54
2025 Deer/Elk Hunting Outlook
2025 Deer/Elk Hunting Outlookidfg-cliess Mon, 08/25/2025 - 08:03
FALL SPORTS PREVIEW: Sandpoint football has necessary weapons to turn things around
The 2025 Sandpoint High varsity and junior varsity football team. Coaches include head coach Ryan Knowles, assistant coaches ...
Mark's Marine partners with BoardCo to become exclusive Centurion and Supreme boats dealer in North Idaho and Eastern Washington
Mark's Marine, the Inland Northwest's trusted marine dealership serving Spokane, Sandpoint, and Coeur d'Alene areas for more than 40 years, has announced an exclusive partnership with BoardCo, one of the nation's most decorated towboat dealerships. Through this partnership, Mark's Marine becomes the exclusive dealer for Centurion and Supreme boats in North Idaho and Eastern Washington.
Idaho battles multiple wildfires on anniversary of the Great Fire of 1910
As Idaho grapples with multiple wildfires, today marks the anniversary of the Great Fire of 1910, also known as the "Big ...
Edson Fichter Nature Talks returning to Pocatello in September
Edson Fichter Nature Talks returning to Pocatello in Septemberidfg-jjackson Fri, 08/22/2025 - 16:37
Mackay State Fish Hatchery celebrates 100 years of stocking Idaho waters
Mackay State Fish Hatchery celebrates 100 years of stocking Idaho watersidfg-jbrower Fri, 08/22/2025 - 09:16
OB-GYNs fled Idaho after its abortion ban. Medicaid cuts could worsen access to care.
More than six months after Idaho's near-total abortion ban went into effect, a small town nestled in the state's northern ...
Idaho battles multiple wildfires on anniversary of the Great Fire of 1910
As Idaho grapples with multiple wildfires, today marks the anniversary of the Great Fire of 1910, also known as the "Big Blowup." ...
ITD delivers updates to traffic light timing throughout Sandpoint
The Idaho Department of Transportation updated the timing of four traffic lights on U.S. 2 down to S. Boyer Avenue last week as part of an effort to improve traffic flow.
Bonner County teen tackles bullying through art, storytelling
Bonner County teen Addie Naccarato is working to spread that message through a graphic novel she is creating as part of her ...
Hundreds seek answers at Sunset Fire meeting in Sandpoint Monday night
Quick feet for quick information. Close to 500 people crowded the rooms and hallways of Sandpoint's North Summit Church for ...
Crews make gains on Sunset Fire
Sunset Fire stabilizes at 3,208 acres with 0% containment in southern Bonner County, Idaho. Nearly 500 firefighters battle the week-old blaze as evacuations remain in effect for multiple neighborhoods. Officials warn fire activity could increase as temperatures rise. Aerial resources and ground crews work to strengthen containment lines around Lake Pend Oreille area.
Confirmed EHD case in white-tailed deer southeast of Lewiston
Confirmed EHD case in white-tailed deer southeast of Lewistonidfg-jbruns Wed, 08/20/2025 - 17:22