Stories for January 2005

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Monday, January 31

January 31, 2005 8 p.m.

Clinic's funding only make sense over the long run

With millions going toward pork barrel projects and schemes benefiting a select few, a federal grant funding Idaho's popular mobile health clinic was a rare exception.

January 31, 2005 8 p.m.

Solution needs to be environmentally safe

In reference to your article about the Southside Water and Sewer District election, I would like to make the following statement.

January 31, 2005 8 p.m.

Teens implicated in Pack River Store burglary

SANDPOINT — Two teens have been taken into custody in connection with a break-in at the Pack River Store last month.

January 31, 2005 8 p.m.

Glennis June (Ramsay) Martin, 40

Glennis June (Ramsay) Martin, 40, passed away in Sandpoint, Idaho, on Friday, Jan. 28, 2005.

January 31, 2005 8 p.m.

Water agreement makes questionable sense

When Idaho lawmakers convene in January, they will be asked to consider a complex agreement aimed at settling a claim made by the Nez Perce Tribe to every drop of water in the Snake River. Because of a treaty signed by the Nez Perce Tribe and the federal government in 1855 granting the tribe the right to take fish from the river, the tribe believes it has rights to the water as well.

January 31, 2005 8 p.m.

Clifford E. 'Butch' Millar

Clifford E. "Butch" Millar passed away Jan. 23, 2005, of cancer.

January 31, 2005 8 p.m.

Doyle Miilton Clapp, 86

Doyle Miilton Clapp, 86, passed away on Friday, Jan. 28, 2005, in Sandpoint, Idaho.

January 31, 2005 8 p.m.

Stopping at signs not practical or realistic

What do bikers stopping at traffic lights and "all" stop signs have to do with cars and the way they yield to pedestrians?

Friday, January 28

January 28, 2005 8 p.m.

Heller and DeMers amoung 2005 Idaho Hall of Fame inductees

COEUR d'ALENE — Former Clark Fork star and NFL player Ron Heller joins Sandpoint sports legend and state javelin record holder Jim DeMers on a list of five inductees for the 2005 class of the Idaho Athletic Hall of Fame.

January 28, 2005 8 p.m.

Spartans tame cats with blow out

PRIEST RIVER — In a very lopsided Intermountain League game, the Lady Spartans defeated the Timberlake Tigers 70-23 Friday night.

January 28, 2005 8 p.m.

William C. Hughes Sr., 79

William C. Hughes Sr., 79, passed away, Friday, Jan. 21, 2005, in Sandpoint, Idaho.

January 28, 2005 8 p.m.

William Sweigart, 85

William Sweigart, 85, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2005, at Chester County Hospital in Aston, Pa.

January 28, 2005 8 p.m.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Notice is hereby given that the Sandpoint Planning Commission will hold a public hearing at their regular meeting on Tuesday January 4, 2005, at 5:30 p.m. in the council chambers at City Hall, 1123 Lake Street, Sandpoint, ID, to consider the following:

January 28, 2005 8 p.m.

Sandpoint girls escape Lewiston with a buzzer beater

LEWISTON — Scoring a game-high 24 points, Sandpoint junior Ashleigh Mire hit a 3-pointer at the buzzer to edge the Bulldogs past Lewiston 49-46 in Inland Empire League girls basketball action Friday night.

Thursday, January 27

January 27, 2005 8 p.m.

Clark Fork 33, Post Falls Christian 22

POST FALLS — Tiffany Van Buren hit three 3-pointers and scored a game-high 14 points to lead the Clark Fork girls basketball team past Post Falls Christian 33-22 Thursday night.

January 27, 2005 8 p.m.

Sandpoint tops Lewiston, Moscow

MOSCOW — With the 4A wrestling district tournament just a few weeks away, the Sandpoint Bulldogs continue get mat time and rack up wins.

Wednesday, January 26

January 26, 2005 8 p.m.

Virginia Eunice Simmons, 87

Virginia Eunice Simmons, 87, passed away on Friday, Dec. 24, 2004, in Sandpoint, Idaho.

January 26, 2005 8 p.m.

Barbara Miller, 68

Barbara Jeanne Bandelin-Miller, 68, passed away peacefully in Sandpoint, Idaho, on Jan. 25, 2005, surrounded by her loving family.

January 26, 2005 8 p.m.

Spending reform needed

Recently, my neighbor, who is a senior in high school, asked me for help with a homework assignment in which she had to draw some political cartoons. I drew one as an example. She thought it was funny. I don't!

January 26, 2005 8 p.m.

Winifred McKay Martinez, 80

Winifred McKay Martinez, 80, beloved wife and mother, passed from this world on Tuesday, Jan. 25, 2005, in Sandpoint, Idaho.

January 26, 2005 8 p.m.

Sales tax hurts poor

Thanks to Steve Hatcher for supporting a suggestion in my recent letter that sales tax on food is a bad idea.

January 26, 2005 8 p.m.

Helen Green, 81

Helen Green, 81, the mother of Jacque Schremser of Clark Fork, Idaho, passed away in Tehachapi, Calif., on Sunday, Jan. 16, 2005. Helen shared her daughter's enthusiasm for arts and crafts.

January 26, 2005 8 p.m.

Legislature should set sun on sales tax 'gift'

A penny saved may be a penny yearned in the Legislature next year

Tuesday, January 25

January 25, 2005 8 p.m.

James Henry 'Jim' Joseph, 78

James Henry "Jim" Joseph, 78, passed away in Sandpoint on Monday, Jan. 24, 2005.

January 25, 2005 8 p.m.

Gibson named to bank's board of directors

SANDPONT — Sandpoint resident Thomas Gibson was recently named to the board of directors for Mountain West Bank.

January 25, 2005 8 p.m.

Spartans send Grizzlies back into hibernation

PRIEST RIVER — In a physical match up of two border-town rivals, the Tuesday night game pitting the Priest River Spartans and Newport Grizzlies fit every expectation of aggressive play.

January 25, 2005 8 p.m.

Clark Fork crushes Cd'A Charter, 60-40

CLARK FORK — Scoring a game-high 21 points, senior Clayton Hewitt led the Clark Fork Wampus Cats past Coeur d'Alene Charter Academy in North Star League boys basketball action Tuesday night.

January 25, 2005 8 p.m.

Water cleans up in wiping dirt away

As I sit here looking out our living room window, watching it snow, I'm amazedhow complex water really is.

Monday, January 24

January 24, 2005 8 p.m.

Brosh named to Big Sky All-Academic team

MISSOULA — Sandpoint High School graduate Allie Brosh, who is currently a freshman runner for the University of Montana women's cross country team, was one of 35 student-athletes named to the Big Sky Conference 2004 All-Academic team for fall sports.

January 24, 2005 8 p.m.

Frank H. Piatt, 90

Frank H. Piatt, 90, of Lewiston, Idaho, passed away Tuesday, Jan. 18, 2005, at the Veteran's Hospital in Walla Walla, Wash.

January 24, 2005 8 p.m.

Clarence Lewis "Bob" Robeson, 81

Clarence Lewis "Bob" Robeson, 81, passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 18, 2005 in Sandpoint, Idaho.

January 24, 2005 8 p.m.

Region's soldiers deserve community's backing

I faithfully read the Bee every day, and there are few stories more important than a local man going off to Iraq … at least in my opinion. While there has been coverage of our local men and women going off to war, I haven't seen any follow up on their families and how they are managing. Given the tense situation in Iraq now with local elections coming up, it is a dangerous time to be arriving in Iraq.

January 24, 2005 8 p.m.

Wal-Mart is one of shelter's biggest supporters

The board of directors of Panhandle Animal Shelter is concerned about recent letters to the editor by well-intentioned individuals seeking to change Wal-Mart's national policy requiring all charity organizations to remain outside the building rather than having use of the warmer lobby.

January 24, 2005 8 p.m.

Support is necessary part of technology's success

Technology is everywhere, computers are in everything and, most of the time, the combination makes life much simpler and easier.

January 24, 2005 8 p.m.

William C. Hughes, Sr., 79,

William C. Hughes, Sr., 79, passed away, Friday, Jan. 21, 2005, in Sandpoint, Idaho.

January 24, 2005 8 p.m.

David Keyes

You have to give the Where's Winter? Carnival committee kudos.

Friday, January 21

January 21, 2005 8 p.m.

Bonners Ferry tops Priest River 52-47

PRIEST RIVER — The first half wasn't pretty for either team, but an exciting second half saw the visiting Bonners Ferry Badgers edge Priest River in Intermountain League action.

January 21, 2005 8 p.m.

Malcolm F. Hall, 58

Malcolm F. Hall, 58, passed away surrounded by family and friends Thursday, Jan. 20, 2005, at his home in Sandpoint, Idaho.

January 21, 2005 8 p.m.

Clark Fork boys slip past Wallace Miners

WALLACE — Clark Fork senior Clayton Hewitt hit two free throws with 17.5 seconds remaining to put the Wampus Cats over the Wallace Miners 49-48 in North Star League action on Friday night.

January 21, 2005 8 p.m.

Legals

NOTICE OF

January 21, 2005 8 p.m.

Bulldogs split IEL games with Hawk

BOYS Sandpoint 67, Lakeland 56

Thursday, January 20

January 20, 2005 8 p.m.

James B. Fenton, 78

James B. Fenton, 78, passed away surrounded by family Sunday, Jan. 16, 2005, at his home in Dover, Idaho.

January 20, 2005 8 p.m.

Berryhill undergoing quadruple bypass surgery

SANDPOINT — Mark Berryhill, superintendent of Lake Pend Oreille School District, will undergo quadruple heart bypass surgery today at Kootenai Medical Center in Coeur d'Alene.

January 20, 2005 8 p.m.

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BID

Sealed proposals will be received until 7:00 p.m. prevailing local time on September 21, 2004 by the Paradise Valley Volunteer Fire Department Association, at the office of Valley Volunteer Fire Department Association, at the office of Paradise Valley Volunteer Fire Department Association Station No. 1 on County Road No. 23, Boundary County, Idaho or mail to P.O. Box 96, Bonners Ferry, Idaho 83805. The bids will be opened and publicly read. This work is for the PROPOSED FIRE STATION on County Road 21, Boundary County, idaho, and is to be accomplished as a single, prime contract licensed as a Public Works contract in the state of Idaho at the time of award of the Contract.

Wednesday, January 19

January 19, 2005 8 p.m.

It's time to play at Winter Carnival

Maybe it could be called "Where is Winter? Carnival" this year.

January 19, 2005 8 p.m.

Clark Fork 42, Noxon 21

NOXON — After holding Noxon scoreless in the first half, the Clark Fork girls cruised to a comfortable 42-21 non-league girls basketball victory Wednesday night.

January 19, 2005 8 p.m.

J. L. 'Tom' Bellomy, 81

J. L. "Tom" Bellomy, 81, passed away in Sandpoint, Idaho on Jan. 18, 2005.

January 19, 2005 8 p.m.

Be consistent on byway, height restriction change

After my previous letter, I received a call from Ralph Sletager, owner of Waterfront Property Management (the Dover Bay project). He informed me that he wasn't sure he supported an increase in the building height from 45 to 60 feet and that I should get my facts right.

January 19, 2005 8 p.m.

Sandpoint wrestlers dominate Lake City, 72-3

SANDPOINT — After a close opening match that fell in favor of Lake City, Sandpoint ran the table for a very lopsided 72-3 Inland Empire League wrestling victory Wednesday night.

January 19, 2005 8 p.m.

James B. Fenton, 78

James B. Fenton, 78, passed away surrounded by family Sunday, Jan. 16, 2005, at his home in Dover, Idaho.

January 19, 2005 8 p.m.

Harlan James Long, 92

Harlan James Long of Marysville, Wash., passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 8, 2004, at the age of 92 with his daughter by his side.

January 19, 2005 8 p.m.

Plow should have run during Monday storm

There are some professions that do not avail themselves to taking all of the state holidays, or being subject to on-call duty during holidays. These include jobs in retail, hospitality, and most of all, health and safety.

January 19, 2005 8 p.m.

Dover needs to be protected

I'll leave the technical specifics regarding law, ordinances and variances to someone else. I simply want to appeal to your heart, not your mind.

January 19, 2005 8 p.m.

Robert Shepherd, 90

Robert L. Shepherd, 90 of Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, died on Jan. 18, 2005, at Kootenai Medical Center.

January 19, 2005 8 p.m.

Options to DSL exist in the region

Regarding the recent article on "telecommuting heaven," many of us in the area have been happily telecommuting using satellite or wireless internet connections.

Tuesday, January 18

January 18, 2005 8 p.m.

Former Sandpoint couple recalls tsunami disaster

Do you remember the Oldies and Goodies Bakery in Sandpoint?

January 18, 2005 8 p.m.

Sean Lissy selected as Lineman of the Year

SPOKANE — Sandpoint High School senior Sean Lissy received the Jim Barber Lineman of the Year Award at the Davenport Hotel Tuesday night.

January 18, 2005 8 p.m.

Andree Phyllis Baroni, 57

Andree Phyllis Baroni, 57, passed away, Sunday, Jan. 16, 2005, in Sandpoint, Idaho.

January 18, 2005 8 p.m.

Wampus Cats split with Tigers

CLARK FORK — Scoring a game-high 17 points and grabbing 26 rebounds, Clark Fork junior Rashell Trunnell led the Wampus Cats to a 61-40 North Star League girls basketball victory over the Mullan Tigers Tuesday.

Monday, January 17

January 17, 2005 8 p.m.

Holland brothers race at snowboard nationals

SANDPOINT — Snowboarders Nate and Pat Holland raced in the Grand Prix Boardercross at Mt. Bachelor, Ore. earlier this month, with Nate placing seventh and Pat finishing 22nd out of a field of 97 competitors.

January 17, 2005 8 p.m.

Will new commissioners be leaders or followers?

Everybody is entitled to an opinion, they can keep it to themselves or express it. I'm going to express mine. In reading Tuesday's Bee installation of the new county commissioners, I found it was interesting.

January 17, 2005 8 p.m.

Sarah Burke at the Schweitzer Mountain Freeride Institute

SANDPOINT — Sarah Burke recognized as Powder Magazines" 2004 "Female Skier of the Year" will be one of the celebrity coaches at this year's Freeride Institute at Schweitzer Mountain Resort.

January 17, 2005 8 p.m.

Drive slow and get there in one piece

In case anyone has missed it, winter is here.

January 17, 2005 8 p.m.

Make voice heard on building heights

You may have only two opportunities to make your voice heard on an issue that will affect Sandpoint for many years to come. The most important one is today, Jan. 18, at 5:30 p.m. The Sandpoint Planning Commission is holding a public hearing at Sandpoint City Hall on changing the current ordinance that bans buildings over three stories within the city limits. The next one is sometime in February before the City Council — after the planning commission makes its recommendation. Input before that recommendation is made will have the most impact.

January 17, 2005 8 p.m.

Abandoning pets is despicable, cowardly

This is an open letter to all the people who make the heartless decision to abandon their animals. If I was allowed to use expletives in this letter I would have a few choice ones for you. I have a really difficult time even beginning to understand the mentality of someone who would choose to do such a thing. To whomever dumped all the kittens at the Clark Fork dump, to the person who dumped the kitten three miles up Lightning Creek and to the person who dumped the black and orange cat on the same road; you're a class act! The kitten was extremely ill and its eyes were completely matted closed. You obviously did not want to spend any money on it so you chose to abandon it. The black-and-orange cat was so cold and so emaciated last night it could barely move. She is literally some fur and skin draped over her spine and ribs. We have been trying to catch her for at least a month. Last night she was so cold and starved she finally gave in to us.

January 17, 2005 8 p.m.

Schweitzer to host Sports Illustrated for Kids NextXSnow search

SANDPOINT — Schweitzer Mountain will be hosting the annual Next Snow Search on Saturday, Jan. 29.

Sunday, January 16

January 16, 2005 8 p.m.

4 arrested after robbery, stabbing

NEWPORT — Four people have been arrested in connection with an attempted robbery outside Newport High School which sent three teens to the hospital with stab wounds. A fourth teen had injuries caused by "blunt force trauma."

January 16, 2005 8 p.m.

Library staff deserves kudos

I thank all of those who made possible the recent acquisition of the new computers for our patron use at the Sandpoint library. I know times are hard, money is tight and technology is expensive but somehow the library managed to advance the state of art in computer power. Although I've never owned a Mercedes Benz, it seems as though I'm driving one when I sit down in front of these new computers.

January 16, 2005 8 p.m.

Howard Lee Scott

On Jan. 9, 2005, our loving and loved father, Howard Lee Scott, passed away suddenly, but peacefully after succumbing to a long, hard-fought battle with prostate cancer.

January 16, 2005 8 p.m.

Higher speeds equal more accidents

For what it is worth, here is my take on the Highway 95 fatal accident picture:

January 16, 2005 8 p.m.

Imagine Sandpoint and ensure community follows vision

A year ago consultant Tom Hudson told a cautionary tale at a forum sponsored by the Sandpoint Gem Community planning team to solicit guidance from local organizations about how we could help the city of Sandpoint imagine its future.

January 16, 2005 8 p.m.

Harvey Arthur Brothers, 90

Harvey Arthur Brothers, 90, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, Jan. 8, 2005, in Sandpoint, Idaho, from complications of a stroke in June 2004.

Friday, January 14

January 14, 2005 8 p.m.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Notice is hereby given that the Sandpoint Planning Commission will hold a public hearing at their regular meeting on Tuesday January 4, 2005, at 5:30 p.m. in the council chambers at City Hall, 1123 Lake Street, Sandpoint, ID, to consider the following:

January 14, 2005 8 p.m.

Harvey Arthur Brothers, 90

Harvey Arthur Brothers, 90, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, Jan. 8, 2005, in Sandpoint, Idaho, from complications of a stroke in June 2004.

January 14, 2005 8 p.m.

IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE FIRST JUDICIAL

DISTRICT OF THE STATE OF IDAHO, IN AND FOR

January 14, 2005 8 p.m.

Sandpoint topples Moscow, 68-65

MOSCOW — Tasting defeat for the first time this season, the Moscow boys basketball team fell to Sandpoint in the Bear Den Friday night.

January 14, 2005 8 p.m.

Reynold Vanderwilt, 55

Reynold Vanderwilt, 55, of Sandpoint, Idaho, died at his home on Sunday, Jan. 9, 2005.

January 14, 2005 8 p.m.

District outlines closure policy

Student safety comes first

January 14, 2005 8 p.m.

Sally K. Hale, 97

Sally K. Hale, 97, passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 11, 2005, in Sandpoint, Idaho.

Thursday, January 13

January 13, 2005 8 p.m.

Noxon skates past Clark Fork

CLARK FORK — Missed opportunities down the stretch by Clark Fork allowed Noxon to pull out a 60-49 non-league girls basketball victory Thursday night.

January 13, 2005 8 p.m.

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BID

Sealed proposals will be received until 7:00 p.m. prevailing local time on September 21, 2004 by the Paradise Valley Volunteer Fire Department Association, at the office of Valley Volunteer Fire Department Association, at the office of Paradise Valley Volunteer Fire Department Association Station No. 1 on County Road No. 23, Boundary County, Idaho or mail to P.O. Box 96, Bonners Ferry, Idaho 83805. The bids will be opened and publicly read. This work is for the PROPOSED FIRE STATION on County Road 21, Boundary County, idaho, and is to be accomplished as a single, prime contract licensed as a Public Works contract in the state of Idaho at the time of award of the Contract.

January 13, 2005 8 p.m.

Phyllis Elaine Porath, 76

Phyllis Elaine Porath, 76, passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 11, 2005, in Sandpoint, Idaho.

January 13, 2005 8 p.m.

Gertrude Belle Goddard

Gertrude Belle Goddard — don't call her Gert or Gertie — passed away on Dec. 20, 2004.

Wednesday, January 12

January 12, 2005 8 p.m.

Alyce Lillian Walson, 81

Alyce Lillian Walson, 81, passed away on Sunday, Jan. 9, 2005, in Sandpoint, Idaho.

January 12, 2005 8 p.m.

Individuals responsible for their own actions

This letter is inspired by the article by Rep. George Eskridge in the Bee on Dec. 7, 2004.

January 12, 2005 8 p.m.

Notice of Trustee's Sale

T.S. No. 200402927-Z-22004 Loan No. 2928912 On 01/28/2005 at 11:00 am (recognized local time), at the following location in the County of Bonner, State of Idaho: First American Title Co. 419 N. 2nd, Sandpoint, ID 83864, First American Title Insurance Company, as Trustee on behalf of Law Offices of Steven J. Melmet, Inc. will sell at public auction, to the highest bidder, for cash, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, the following real property, situated in the County of Bonner, State of Idaho, and described as follows: EXHIBIT A PARCEL I: A tract of land in Section 10, Township 56 North, Range 1 West, Boise Meridian, Bonner County, Idaho, more specifically described as follows: From the West Quarter corner of said Section 10, South 00o 27'26" West, 1297.73 feet along the Section line to the 1/16 corner; thence South 89o 06'38" East, 678.60 feet to the true point of beginning; thence North 00o 09'14" West, 510.0 feet to a point on the access road culdesac; thence 58.37 feet along a curve to the left whose chord bears North 62o 00'08" East, and whose radius is 60.0 feet; thence South 55o 50'28" East, 760.23 feet; thence South 00o 45'54" East, 120.0 feet; thence North 89o 06'38" West, 678.87 feet to the true point of beginning. (Lot 14, Providence Lake aka Lot 14 of First Addition to Emerald Acres) PARCEL II: The South 30 feet of that portion of the Northeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 10, Township 56 North, Range 1 West, Boise Meridian, Bonner County, Order No.: S40138 Idaho, lying West of the County Road, as it exists. According to the County Assessors office, the above described property is commonly known as: 8479 Sagle Road Sagle ID 83860. The Trustee has no knowledge of a more particular description of the above referenced real property, but for purposes of compliance with Section 60-113 Idaho Code, the Trustee has been informed that the address of 8479 Sagle Road, Sagle, Idaho 83860 is sometimes associated with said real property. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty regarding title, possession or encumbrances to satisfy the obligation secured by and pursuant to the power of sale conferred in the Deed of Trust executed by Kay L. Fort, an unmarried woman, as grantors, to Sandpoint Title Insurance, as successor Trustee, for the benefit and security of First Security Bank, N.A., as Beneficiary, dated 05/31/2000, and recorded on 06/01/2000, as Instrument No. 564634, of Official Records of Bonner County, Idaho. Please Note: The above Grantors are named to comply with section 45-1506(4)(A), Idaho Code. No representation is made that they are, or are not, presently responsible for this obligation set forth herein. The Default for which this sale is to be made is the failure to pay when due, under Deed of Trust and Note dated 05/31/2000. The monthly installments for principal, interest and impounds (if applicable) of 970.91, due per month for the months of 5/1/2004 through 9/17/2004, and all subsequent installments until the date of sale or reinstatement. The principal balance owing as of this date on the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust is $112,077.88, plus accrued interest at the rate of 8.625% per annum from 04/01/2004. All delinquent amounts are now due, together with accrued late charges, and interest, unpaid and accruing taxes, assessments, trustee's fees, attorney's fees, and any amounts advanced to protect the security associated with this foreclosure and that the beneficiary elects to sell or cause the trust property to be sold to satisfy said obligation. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse.

January 12, 2005 8 p.m.

Hazel Shattuck, 73

Hazel Shattuck, 73, passed away unexpectedly December 16, 2004. Hazel was born in Veteran, Wyo. on May 21, 1931 to James Morris and Ruth Alma Schoonover and was raised in Sandpoint, Idaho.

January 12, 2005 8 p.m.

Arbutus Mae Hulquist, 92

Arbutus Mae Hulquist, 92, left our world to join her family and friends on Tuesday, Jan. 4, 2005, in Sandpoint, Idaho.

January 12, 2005 8 p.m.

Make losers pay for all tort claim costs

I agree with Mark Watson concerning tort reform (Jan. 9, 2005). Those who have been wronged by malpractice deserve to be compensated commensurate to the harm done.

January 12, 2005 8 p.m.

Area getting better only for the wealthy

Regarding your article in the Jan. 8, 2005, edition of the Bee, "Unemployment numbers continue to drop"

Tuesday, January 11

January 11, 2005 8 p.m.

Debra R. Dunkel, 43

We lost our beloved Debbie, Sunday, January 9, 2005 at the home of her parents in Colville, Wash., after her courageous battle with cancer.

January 11, 2005 8 p.m.

Post Falls edges Sandpoint, 65-61

SANDPOINT — A 3-pointer at the buzzer by senior Scott Stockwell broke the tie and edged Post Falls past Sandpoint in a 65-62 Inland Empire League victory at Les Rogers Court Tuesday.

January 11, 2005 8 p.m.

Post Falls tops Sandpoint 65-61

SANDPOINT — A 3-pointer at the buzzer by senior Scott Stockwell broke the tie and edged Post Falls past Sandpoint in a 65-62 Inland Empire League victory at Les Rogers Court Tuesday.

January 11, 2005 8 p.m.

Clark Fork outlasts Mullan in NSL showdown

MULLAN — Clark Fork sophomore Rayna Allen scored a game-high 21 points to help lead the visiting Clark Fork Wampus Cats to a 51-31 win over the Mullan Tigers on Tuesday night in North Star League action from the Mullan Pavilion.

January 11, 2005 8 p.m.

Lila Rosholt, 94

Lila Rosholt, 94, passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 5, 2005, in Sandpoint, Idaho.

January 11, 2005 8 p.m.

Clifford Joe McChesnie, 69

Clifford Joe McChesnie, 69, passed away Monday, Jan. 10, 2005, in Sandpoint, Idaho.

Monday, January 10

January 10, 2005 8 p.m.

Celebrate soldiers and their families

The soldiers serving their country are, without a doubt, heroes.

January 10, 2005 8 p.m.

Act forces schools to cheat to survive

An Associated Press news story dated Jan. 10, 2005, reported that a Dallas Morning News investigation has "found strong evidence that educators at nearly 400 schools statewide helped students cheat on the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills." The AP goes on to note that "Texas education policies on student accountability became the model for the federal No Child Left Behind law enacted after then-Gov. George W. Bush's election as president in 2000."

Smith resigns as SSA director
January 10, 2005 8 p.m.

Smith resigns as SSA director

Says Athlete's Choice purchase was too good to pass up

January 10, 2005 8 p.m.

Election integrity affects everyone

Several Republicans challenged Democrats saying it was "the wrong time and the wrong place" to raise their objections. They are wrong — it was exactly the right time. The U.S. Constitution intentionally allows for such objections to be voiced, as they were recently, in order to protect the integrity of our voting process and to prevent the tainting of elections.

January 10, 2005 8 p.m.

Students' events

worthy of support

Sunday, January 9

January 9, 2005 8 p.m.

Thank you Lamanna

Thank you so much Tony Lamanna for running for the sheriff's office and for a clean and honest campaign and giving us the privilege of voting for you. You promised us change in the county that we so badly need and we knew this would happen only if you were elected to the position of sheriff.

Friday, January 7

January 7, 2005 8 p.m.

Bears edge Bulldogs 48-47

SANDPOINT — An offensive surge by Moscow in the fourth period led to a 48-47 Inland Empire League victory over Sandpoint in 4A boys basketball action Friday night at Les Rogers Court.

January 7, 2005 8 p.m.

IN THE DISTRICT COURT

OF THE FIRST JUDICIAL

January 7, 2005 8 p.m.

Defending champs take an early lead

SANDPOINT — The opening day of the Inland Northwest Wrestling Championship ended with Libby, the two-time defending tournament champs, leading the 12-team field at Sandpoint Middle School.

Bulldogs score a defensive victory over Moscow
January 7, 2005 8 p.m.

Bulldogs score a defensive victory over Moscow

SANDPOINT — In a critical Inland Empire League divisional basketball game, the Sandpoint girls overpowered Moscow 55-44 at Les Rogers Court Friday night.

January 7, 2005 8 p.m.

IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE FIRST JUDICIAL

DISTRICT OF THE STATE OF IDAHO, IN AND FOR

Thursday, January 6

January 6, 2005 8 p.m.

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BID

Sealed proposals will be received until 7:00 p.m. prevailing local time on September 21, 2004 by the Paradise Valley Volunteer Fire Department Association, at the office of Valley Volunteer Fire Department Association, at the office of Paradise Valley Volunteer Fire Department Association Station No. 1 on County Road No. 23, Boundary County, Idaho or mail to P.O. Box 96, Bonners Ferry, Idaho 83805. The bids will be opened and publicly read. This work is for the PROPOSED FIRE STATION on County Road 21, Boundary County, idaho, and is to be accomplished as a single, prime contract licensed as a Public Works contract in the state of Idaho at the time of award of the Contract.

January 6, 2005 8 p.m.

Inland Northwest Wrestling Championships set to weigh-in

SANDPOINT — The ninth annual Inland Northwest Wrestling Championships hosted by the Bulldog wrestling program will be held today and Saturday at Sandpoint Middle School.

January 6, 2005 8 p.m.

Gralow and Sharks take Moscow by storm

MOSCOW — The Sandpoint West Athletic Club Sharks braved the elements, taking fourth place overall, at the recent Jingle Bell Splash swim meet at the University of Idaho Swim Center.

Wednesday, January 5

January 5, 2005 8 p.m.

Richard William Cary, 88

Richard William Cary, 88, of Priest River, Idaho, passed away Tuesday, Jan. 4, 2005, at his home.

January 5, 2005 8 p.m.

CR-20-0252, IDAHO HILL

A public oral auction will be conducted at the Idaho Department of Lands office, 2550 Highway 2 West, Sandpoint, Idaho 83864, at 9:00 A.M. local time, on Thursday, November 18, 2004, for an estimated 1,015 MBF of timber, marked or otherwise designated for cutting. In addition, there is an unestimated volume of pulplogs and cedar products that may be removed at the option of the purchaser. Prior to bidding, eligible bidders shall present a certified check or bank draft payable to the Treasurer, State of Idaho, or a bid bond acceptable to the State, in the amount of $15,582.40, which is 10% of the appraised net sale value of $155,824.00. The successful bidder's deposit will be forfeited to the State should the bidder fail to complete the contract. The State will not accept bids from parties who are delinquent on payments on existing state contracts.

January 5, 2005 8 p.m.

Marina project would create many problems

The Idaho Department of Lands will be conducting a hearing pertaining to an application from Waterfront Property Management (Ralph Sletager) on Thursday, Jan. 6, at 6 p.m. at the Sandpoint Community Hall.

January 5, 2005 8 p.m.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the CITY OF SANDPOINT will accept proposals until 2:00 p.m. on November 10, 2004 for:

ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR WASTEWATER FACILITY PLANNING

January 5, 2005 8 p.m.

Support for soldiers, anti-war views can co-exist

The Daily Bee printed a letter (Dec. 5, 2004) from a father, a Mr. Zimmerman, who expressed outrage that two teachers at Bonners Ferry High School allegedly told his son, who is on his way to Iraq, that they support him, but not the war to which he is going. The Bee's publisher and another writer moralized similarly.

January 5, 2005 8 p.m.

Notice of Trustee's Sale

T.S. No. 200402927-Z-22004 Loan No. 2928912 On 01/28/2005 at 11:00 am (recognized local time), at the following location in the County of Bonner, State of Idaho: First American Title Co. 419 N. 2nd, Sandpoint, ID 83864, First American Title Insurance Company, as Trustee on behalf of Law Offices of Steven J. Melmet, Inc. will sell at public auction, to the highest bidder, for cash, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, the following real property, situated in the County of Bonner, State of Idaho, and described as follows: EXHIBIT A PARCEL I: A tract of land in Section 10, Township 56 North, Range 1 West, Boise Meridian, Bonner County, Idaho, more specifically described as follows: From the West Quarter corner of said Section 10, South 00o 27'26" West, 1297.73 feet along the Section line to the 1/16 corner; thence South 89o 06'38" East, 678.60 feet to the true point of beginning; thence North 00o 09'14" West, 510.0 feet to a point on the access road culdesac; thence 58.37 feet along a curve to the left whose chord bears North 62o 00'08" East, and whose radius is 60.0 feet; thence South 55o 50'28" East, 760.23 feet; thence South 00o 45'54" East, 120.0 feet; thence North 89o 06'38" West, 678.87 feet to the true point of beginning. (Lot 14, Providence Lake aka Lot 14 of First Addition to Emerald Acres) PARCEL II: The South 30 feet of that portion of the Northeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 10, Township 56 North, Range 1 West, Boise Meridian, Bonner County, Order No.: S40138 Idaho, lying West of the County Road, as it exists. According to the County Assessors office, the above described property is commonly known as: 8479 Sagle Road Sagle ID 83860. The Trustee has no knowledge of a more particular description of the above referenced real property, but for purposes of compliance with Section 60-113 Idaho Code, the Trustee has been informed that the address of 8479 Sagle Road, Sagle, Idaho 83860 is sometimes associated with said real property. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty regarding title, possession or encumbrances to satisfy the obligation secured by and pursuant to the power of sale conferred in the Deed of Trust executed by Kay L. Fort, an unmarried woman, as grantors, to Sandpoint Title Insurance, as successor Trustee, for the benefit and security of First Security Bank, N.A., as Beneficiary, dated 05/31/2000, and recorded on 06/01/2000, as Instrument No. 564634, of Official Records of Bonner County, Idaho. Please Note: The above Grantors are named to comply with section 45-1506(4)(A), Idaho Code. No representation is made that they are, or are not, presently responsible for this obligation set forth herein. The Default for which this sale is to be made is the failure to pay when due, under Deed of Trust and Note dated 05/31/2000. The monthly installments for principal, interest and impounds (if applicable) of 970.91, due per month for the months of 5/1/2004 through 9/17/2004, and all subsequent installments until the date of sale or reinstatement. The principal balance owing as of this date on the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust is $112,077.88, plus accrued interest at the rate of 8.625% per annum from 04/01/2004. All delinquent amounts are now due, together with accrued late charges, and interest, unpaid and accruing taxes, assessments, trustee's fees, attorney's fees, and any amounts advanced to protect the security associated with this foreclosure and that the beneficiary elects to sell or cause the trust property to be sold to satisfy said obligation. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse.

January 5, 2005 8 p.m.

IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE FIRST JUDICIAL

DISTRICT OF THE STATE OF IDAHO, IN AND FOR

January 5, 2005 8 p.m.

Spending cuts would end tax increases

Regarding the letter from Jerry Clemons (Dec. 14, 2004):

January 5, 2005 8 p.m.

Lighter ban ignites worry

News that the U.S. Transportation Security Administration plans to ban cigarette lighters aboard commercial flights should spark some concern.

January 5, 2005 8 p.m.

Dennis is a top-notch

and caring professional

Tuesday, January 4

January 4, 2005 8 p.m.

Lake City 64 Sandpoint 58

COEUR d'ALENE — Lake City didn't do itself any favors, shooting just 10 of 22 from the free-throw line, but the Timberwolves held off a late run to beat Sandpoint to start the new year off with a big Inland Empire League victory.

January 4, 2005 8 p.m.

Lakeside 47, Clark Fork 35

CLARK FORK — Scoring a game-high 17 points, Corrina Hendricks led Lakeside to a 47-35 North Star League victory over Clark Fork.

January 4, 2005 8 p.m.

Sandpoint 62 Lake City 58

COEUR d'ALENE — Junior guard Ashleigh Mire poured in 25 points, including 4 of 6 from 3-point range, for the visiting Bulldogs (3-2 IEL, 8-3).

Monday, January 3

January 3, 2005 8 p.m.

As a visitor to this wonderful town of Sandpoint, I am sometimes in awe of the large differences the minority have with the majority.

Most recently it has been with respect to Jesus Christ. How dare someone actually metion his name, much less publish it on a sign. For most it has been a fear that Jesus is being pressed upon them as though being forced to wear a coat out in the cold. I believe that there is a large fear of God amongst many. His name is uttered and people become angry, and you can hear the fear in their voices and read it in their letters.

January 3, 2005 8 p.m.

Don't just preach tolerance, practice it

I'd like everyone to reflect for a minute and relax. Have you taken a deep breath and exhaled?

January 3, 2005 8 p.m.

Keep byway debate to the facts

While I may make occasional fun of NICAN, I usually try and refrain from singling out an individual for personnel attacks. I don't call into question their right to a position, I'm calling into question their position as being wrong.

January 3, 2005 8 p.m.

Patrick D. Kaufman

Patrick D. Kaufman went to his Heavenly Father on Dec. 28, 2004 in the presence of his family.

January 3, 2005 8 p.m.

Neil Leslie Shoemaker, 62

Neil Leslie Shoemaker, 62, passed away in Chattaroy, Wash., on Sunday, Dec. 26, 2004.

January 3, 2005 8 p.m.

Grant Eugene Vess, 76

Grant Eugene Vess, 76, passed away on Friday, Dec. 31, 2004, in Sandpoint, Idaho.

January 3, 2005 8 p.m.

Margaret Ann Moore, 64

Margaret Ann Moore, 64, passed away on Jan. 2, 2005, in Spokane, Wash., following a short illness.

January 3, 2005 8 p.m.

Holidays celebrate family, friends

Holidays are all about family and friends.