The Best Veteran Friendly Bar in North Idaho | Bunker Bar Post Falls Idaho
For Brent Trope, owning a bar was never simply about pouring drinks.
Moving to North Idaho as a Teenage Girl | Real Talk from Two Teen Girls in Coeur d’Alene
Moving across state lines can be a major adjustment for any family, but parents with teenagers often have an extra set of questions.
Running for County Commissioner: Growth, Taxes & the Future of North Idaho
Growth has become one of the defining issues in Kootenai County.
More families are moving to North Idaho, new neighborhoods are taking shape, roads are carrying more traffic, schools and public-safety systems are feeling pressure, and residents are increasingly asking what the region should look like 10 or 20 years from now.
In this episode of North Idaho Experience, the team sits down with Julie Hensley, who at the time of recording was running for Kootenai County Commissioner District 1.
From Gang Unit Officer to Idaho Candidate: A Real Talk on Crime, Growth & Community
Local government decisions can shape everything from public safety and roads to water, waste management, housing, and the taxes residents pay. That is why races for county commissioner can have such a direct impact on daily life in North Idaho.
Idaho Court Watch: Empowering Voters & Bringing Judicial Accountability to North Idaho
For most voters, researching candidates for governor, sheriff, county commissioner, or the state legislature is relatively straightforward. Campaign websites, interviews, news coverage, public forums, and voter guides can provide plenty of information before Election Day.
Breaking the Silence: Inside Child Abuse Cases & the Fight to Protect Kids
When someone is experiencing domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, stalking, or another traumatic situation, knowing where to turn can make an enormous difference.
From Cattle Farmer to Prosecuting Attorney — Now He’s Running for District Judge
Judicial elections rarely receive the same attention as races for governor, sheriff, or county commissioner. Yet the decisions made from the bench can have a lasting effect on public safety, families, businesses, property rights, and the everyday administration of justice.
Why Businesses and Families Are Fleeing Washington State for Idaho
For years, Washington residents considering a move east had one major financial talking point in their favor: no traditional state income tax. But according to the latest discussion on the North Idaho Experience podcast, changing tax proposals, business regulations, public-safety concerns, and rising costs are causing some residents to rethink whether staying in Washington still makes sense.
From 6 Years in Prison to Running for County Commissioner — John Padula’s Incredible Story
North Idaho is shaped not only by its landscapes and communities, but by the people willing to step forward and serve them. In this episode of North Idaho Experience, the conversation turns to faith, recovery, local government, growth, public safety, and what it means to be a public servant.
Policing, Politics & Kratom:Former Captain Seth Green on Crime, Leadership, and North Idaho’s Future
Trauma changes people. For first responders, military members, medical professionals, and others who regularly confront crisis, those changes can affect the nervous system, relationships, physical health, and sense of identity.