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Tourism, education, and entrepreneurship drive regional growth
In North Idaho, entrepreneurial inspiration finds fertile ground in a region experiencing unprecedented economic transformation. From Coeur d'Alene and Sandpoint to Boundary County and the Silver Valley, the region's cities and small towns are becoming magnets for innovation and growth.
Kellogg State Farm changes hands
Jennifer Chandler has taken over the Kellogg State Farm office, offering both insurance and financial services to customers throughout Shoshone County. Chandler is replacing Anita Wardwell, who successfully ran the agency since the early 2000s.
Niche farming makes sure fruits of local agriculture grow on the vine
Whether you refer to it as small-scale farming or niche farming, Panhandle Farm Corridor coordinator Emily Black said that the farming model has been a way to branch into specific agricultural brackets for farmers without outstripping their means.
Population trends show continued growth in Idaho
It’s no secret that North Idaho has become a hot spot for tourists to lay down their roots and embrace the rural lifestyle that the Gem State has to offer. It’s apparent that the upper Idaho region has grown, with life-long residents often making the statement “it’s not what it used to be.”
In North Idaho, tourism and outdoor recreation go hand-in-hand
Tourism and outdoor recreation often go hand-in-hand in north Idaho, and both are proving to be economic forces across the five northern counties.
Local education, training leaders discuss workforce development in a changing economy
Schools and training centers in North Idaho are preparing today's students to become successful workers of tomorrow. Young people and adults who wish to return to the workforce have several options for pursuing academic pathways as well as career technical education, certifications or simply enriching their knowledge and expanding their understanding of topics or skills that will be useful in their chosen lines of work.
Tourism decline threatens bottom line for North Idaho businesses
With reduced Canadian traffic, campsite closures, and limited U.S. Forest Service staffing, Boundary and Bonner counties are bracing for a slower summer tourism season — something local business owners say will impact their bottom line.
Customized workforce training helps businesses get ahead
For decades, North Idaho College has provided in-demand job training that helps Idahoans advance along their career paths and helps employers find qualified local talent.
A celebration of home, sweet home
Home, sweet home. Whether you're looking for a place to hang your hat, either to rent or to purchase; or you're looking to spruce up the place you're already in, "home" means many things to many people.
Cautious market creates opportunity in Silver Valley
The real estate market in the Pacific Northwest is among the most unique and thriving across the nation. Within that lie several smaller sub-markets, each bringing its own benefits and challenges. The Silver Valley is no different.
‘We can build our communities the way we want’: The Village at River View offers glimpse into future of affordable housing
Amid a worsening housing crisis in North Idaho and across the country, three Idaho entities are using a unique model to create housing that will remain affordable forever.
So you want to buy a house?
Buying a home is no small feat, but once the final closing papers are signed, it's one of the best feelings to know the process is complete.
Who is buying North Idaho homes?
Compared to the nationwide median, Idaho residents are 11.1% more likely to own their homes, data from iPropertyManagement.com shows — but who is buying houses in North Idaho in 2025?
Sites like Zillow serve for window shopping
It’s hard to escape the pervasive nature of real estate sites such as Zillow and Redfin. If you search for home or renting options, they’re consistently among the top search terms you’ll find. These 'Fintech' businesses use financial technology and apply real estate elements for accessibility.
Before you renovate: Understanding the why, what and how of home remodeling
There are many reasons for renovating your home. Whether upgrading to sell or improving functionality for the future, remodeling can certainly have its benefits.
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