AM/Idaho — 2.12.12

Two local forests could receive more than $90 million over the next decade for projects that would create jobs in the woods, reduce the risk of catastrophic forest fires and improve wildlife habitat and water quality. The Colville and Idaho Panhandle national forests were among 13 national forests chosen for millions of dollars worth of restoration projects. Story here. (SR photo: Kathy Plonka)

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