Sunday, April 30
Bonner County officials deserve impeachment
I just came home from a Bonner County commissioners' business meeting. I still believe that their agenda, as printed, is borderline illegal.
Animal shelter depends on donations, thrift store
The Panhandle Animal Shelter should not have to beg for money. The caring for stray and unwanted animals is normally the responsibility of local governments. For more than 15 years, Sandpoint and Bonner County have been getting a free ride from the shelter.
Community's support invaluable to decathletes
On behalf of the Sandpoint High School academic decathlon team, I would like to thank the numerous individuals, organizations and businesses who made contributions to help fund our trip to the national competition in San Antonio, Texas.
Friday, April 28
Licht leads Bulldogs to victory
SANDPOINT — Tyler Lichty's two-run double off Andy Seaman in the bottom of the sixth proved to be the winning margin as Sandpoint came from behind to beat Coeur d' Alene 6-5 Friday night at War Memorial Field.
R.W. and Ruby Stolz
On April 22, 2006, R.W. and Ruby Stolz of Sandpoint, Idaho, and Jamestown, N.D., died together.
Thursday, April 27
NOTICE OF SALE
Notice is given that on 4/29/06, at 9:10 AM, at 1500 Rogers Drive, Sandpoint, Id., the undersigned or assigns will conduct a public sale by auction to the highest bidder, the contents of unit#L-17, A Aaron's Mini-Storage. Description: Personal effects of lessee: Dan Rogers, P.O. Box 128, Dover, ID 83825.
Idaho officials should require full disclosure of purchase price
The short answer is yes, the Daily Bee will be hosting a candidate forum prior to the May 23 primaries.
The grandest of grand salamis
On Tuesday, April 25 Sam Nitcy of the Sandpoint West Athletic Club Mariners hit a walk-off grand slam against the Riley Creek Lumber Diamond Backs — the ultimate way to end a baseball game.
Bulldog netters drop match to Vikings
SANDPOINT — The Coeur d' Alene Vikings, arguably the best team in the area, including Spokane, took down the host Bulldogs 9-3 Thursday afternoon at Travers Park.
Ruen sizzles at Highlands Golf Course
POST FALLS — Clark Fork's Kyle Ruen shot a sizzling 1-over-par 73 at The Highlands Golf Course to take medalist honors at the Post Falls Christian Invitational.
Case No. CV-2006-0552
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
ORDINANCE NO. 1148
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SANDPOINT, A MUNICIPAL CORPORATION OF THE STATE OF IDAHO, PROVIDING FOR THE ANNEXATION OF A 10.02-ACRE PARCEL AND A 21-ACRE PARCEL OF REAL PROPERTY AS HEREIN DESCRIBED; PROVIDING FOR THE AMENDMENT OF THE SANDPOINT CITY CORPORATE BOUNDARIES; PROVIDING A LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPERTIES; PROVIDING FOR NOTICE TO COUNTY TREASURER, ASSESSOR AND RECORDER AND STATE TAX COMMISSION; ADOPTING AN INITIAL ZONING DESIGNATION OF RESIDENTIAL "A" FOR THE PROPERTIES; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Wednesday, April 26
STATE OF IDAHO LAND EXCHANGE NOTICE
STATE OF IDAHO/ROCKY STEPHENS
Rule of the roads means watching out for others
A few choice words for my fellow car-transporting companions. There is an ignorance, irrational, impatient and arrogant application from some folks assuming they know "the rules of the road" appearing here. Watch out for the other driver.
Board selects 'super' finalists
SANDPOINT — Four experienced education leaders will be in Sandpoint Thursday and Friday as the search for the next superintendent of the Lake Pend Oreille School District enters the final phase.
LEGAL NOTICE
Pursuant to IDAPA 13.01.03100.01, I authorize public fishing in the waters owned by the Idaho Department of Fish and Game as identified and posted by hatchery managers. This authorization is for Free Fishing Day only, on June 10, 2006, between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Normal limits and tackle restrictions shall apply unless special restrictions are posted.
Litterers making mess in rural parts of county
What I have to complain about I doubt very much if the culprits guilty can read, so I'm probably just whistling in the wind.
Notice of Trustee's Sale
Idaho Code 45-1506 Today's date: March 31, 2006 File No.: 7104.25504 Loan No.: 19338136 Sale date and time (local time): July 05, 2006 at 10:00 AM Sale location: in the office of First American Title Company, 419 North 2nd Avenue, Sandpoint, ID 83864 Property address: 9540 Eastside Road, Priest River, ID 83856 Successor Trustee: Northwest Trustee Services, Inc., an Idaho Corporation 505 N. Tustin Ave., Suite 243 Santa Ana, CA 92705 (714) 277-4888 Deed of Trust information Original grantor: Lisa Gibson, a married woman as her sole and separate property Original trustee: Alliance Title and Escrow Original beneficiary: First NLC Financial Services, LLC Recording date: November 2, 2004 Recorder's instrument number: 663111 County: Bonner Sum owing on the obligation: as of March 31, 2006: $142,696.91 Because of interest, late charges, and other charges that may vary from day to day, the amount due on the day you pay may be greater. Hence, if you pay the amount shown above, an adjustment may be necessary after we receive your check. For further information write or call the Successor Trustee at the address or telephone number provided above. Basis of default: failure to make payments when due. Please take notice that the Successor Trustee will sell at public auction to the highest bidder for certified funds or equivalent the property described above. The property address is identified to comply with IC 60-113 but is not warranted to be correct. The property's legal description is: That portion of the Southwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of Section 16, Township 57 North, Range 4 West, Boise Meridian, Bonner County, Idaho, lying West of the County Road; Except the South 135 feet of the following described property: The sale is subject to conditions, rules and procedures as described at the sale and which can be reviewed at www.northwesttrustee.com. The sale is made without representation, warranty or covenant of any kind. (TS# 7104.25504) 1002.56788-FEI
CASE NO. CV 2006-00645
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Time to clean house in Bonner County
Oh my, oh my, what a mess the new commissioners have done.
George Alvin Nelson, 89
George Alvin Nelson, 89, passed away in Sandpoint, Idaho, on April 13, 2006.
Tuesday, April 25
Easy tips help collar embarrassing stains
One of the things that all of us do during the summer is perspire. When we do, our body oils become trapped in different parts of our clothing.
CITY OF SANDPOINT, IDAHO
BONNER COUNTY
Volunteers make Bonner General a special place
"We make a living by what we do, but we make a life by what we give." — Winston Churchill
Leland 'Bud' Kersten
Leland "Bud" Kersten, born Dec. 29, 1927, peacefully passed away at the Boundary County Extended Care Facility on April 7, 2006, from causes related to Parkinson's disease. He was 78.
Monday, April 24
Absentee ballots available
SANDPOINT — Absentee ballots are now available for the May 23 primary election at the Bonner County clerk's office, which is located in the Bonner County Courthouse. The office is open continuously from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, except for holidays.
-AP photo/Troy Maben
Delivering a packet of initiative petitions on the steps of the Statehouse, Sandpoint's "Property Express' brought its message to limit property taxes to Boise as Pancho, a horse from Emmett, Idaho, looks around during Sunday's press conference. Staged by Bob Chenault, the president of STOP (Sensible Taxation of Property), the event was part of the group's campaign to bring statewide support for a proposed ballot measure before Idaho's legislature to limit spiraling property taxes. Former Bonner County commissioner Tom Suttmeier is shown speaking at a podium at the base of the Statehouse steps.
Tax roll gaffe raises questions
No wonder taxpayers in this county and state are about to revolt.
Liberty dollars have legitimacy
This is in rebuttal to the inaccuracies of an article by R.J. Cohn printed in the Cd'A Press and the Daily Bee, (March 1, 2006), regarding the Liberty Dollar.
Immigration debate is a no-brainer
This may help a bit concerning the perplexity over the millions of aliens who have invaded the United States…and why 90 percent of the American public is infuriated about it.
Local AM radio lacking
Does anybody beside myself object to our local AM radio station (KSPT 1400) becoming a conservative propaganda machine? We can start our morning off with Laura Ingram, next up we get Rush Limbaugh, then in the afternoon we get Dr. Laura and then topped off with Michael Savage.
Eugene Claude Search, 66
Eugene Claude Search, 66, passed away on Monday, April 17, 2006 in Sandpoint, Idaho.
Science trumps speculation in kokanee debate
There is too much confusion about what the Idaho Department of Fish and Game is doing to help the kokanee in Lake Pend Oreille recover.
Scholarship Flight Training taking applications
SANDPOINT — Scholarship Flight Training is taking applications for its summer flight program for teens.
Friday, April 21
End of an era
One week after demolition crews began dismantling former Harold's IGA at the corner of Fifth Avenue and Oak Street, the jaws of an hydraulic shovel from an excavator seem poised to take a bite out of the store's last remaining column supporting its "Superfood" sign. The site will be leveled to make room for Panhandle State Bank's new financial complex, which will break ground in July.
Carcasses are coyote, investigators say
SANDPOINT — The remains of five animals found in a ditch near the Pend Oreille River earlier this month have been determined to be those of coyotes, the Bonner County Sheriff's Office said on Friday.
Thursday, April 20
NOTICE OF SALE
Notice is given that on 4/29/06, at 9:10 AM, at 1500 Rogers Drive, Sandpoint, Id., the undersigned or assigns will conduct a public sale by auction to the highest bidder, the contents of unit#M-8, 0-2, A Aaron's Mini-Storage. Description: Personal effects of lessee: Merry Brown, PO Box 1274, Post Falls, ID 83877.
Joseph Frank Brashear, 88
Joseph Frank Brashear, 88, walked tall, strong, and proud through the gates of heaven early on the morning of April 19, 2006. He was greeted there by his parents and his stepfather, John Olson, and many good friends who preceded him in death.
NOTICE TO BIDDERS
Sealed bids will be received by the City Council of the City of Sandpoint at the office of the City Clerk of said City on or before the 5th day of May, 2006, until the hour of 10:00 o'clock A.M. of said day:
Wednesday, April 19
Notice of Trustee's Sale
Idaho Code 45-1506 Today's date: March 31, 2006 File No.: 7104.25504 Loan No.: 19338136 Sale date and time (local time): July 05, 2006 at 10:00 AM Sale location: in the office of First American Title Company, 419 North 2nd Avenue, Sandpoint, ID 83864 Property address: 9540 Eastside Road, Priest River, ID 83856 Successor Trustee: Northwest Trustee Services, Inc., an Idaho Corporation 505 N. Tustin Ave., Suite 243 Santa Ana, CA 92705 (714) 277-4888 Deed of Trust information Original grantor: Lisa Gibson, a married woman as her sole and separate property Original trustee: Alliance Title and Escrow Original beneficiary: First NLC Financial Services, LLC Recording date: November 2, 2004 Recorder's instrument number: 663111 County: Bonner Sum owing on the obligation: as of March 31, 2006: $142,696.91 Because of interest, late charges, and other charges that may vary from day to day, the amount due on the day you pay may be greater. Hence, if you pay the amount shown above, an adjustment may be necessary after we receive your check. For further information write or call the Successor Trustee at the address or telephone number provided above. Basis of default: failure to make payments when due. Please take notice that the Successor Trustee will sell at public auction to the highest bidder for certified funds or equivalent the property described above. The property address is identified to comply with IC 60-113 but is not warranted to be correct. The property's legal description is: That portion of the Southwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of Section 16, Township 57 North, Range 4 West, Boise Meridian, Bonner County, Idaho, lying West of the County Road; Except the South 135 feet of the following described property: The sale is subject to conditions, rules and procedures as described at the sale and which can be reviewed at www.northwesttrustee.com. The sale is made without representation, warranty or covenant of any kind. (TS# 7104.25504) 1002.56788-FEI
Community's help needed to paint historic caboose
Next year will be the 100th anniversary of not only Bonner County, but also the arrival of the Spokane International Railroad. A monument to the railroad is the ex-Union Pacific caboose given to the Bonner County Historical Society and on display outside its front door. As part of the celebration, those of us concerned with such things would like to see the caboose repainted and the Spokane International lettering restored. The estimated cost is $2,000.
Case No. CV-2006-00580
SUMMONS
Sales tax increase initiative promises help for schools
Like it or hate it, there's a new tax initiative coming your way.
ORDINANCE NO. 476
Villelli Enterprises Inc., Pend Oreille Bonner Investments, LLC, #ZC317-05
SHS club's focus is on compassion, not politics
Hooray for the brave youth who strive to be more supportive, aware, and responsible then some adults with their narrow-mindedness.
Clark Fork rips Cd'A Charter
Coeur d'Alene — Clark Fork stormed through CDA Charter 7-1 Wednesday afternoon, as the boys went undefeated and garnered the respect of the opposing coach in the wins.
Why can't appraisal be tied to home's construction?
Open letter to Judie Conlan, county assessor:
CASE NO. CV 2006-00645
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Tuesday, April 18
IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF THE STATE OF IDAHO, IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF BONNER
NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE
Barbecue mess is easy to foil
Spring is here and summer is just around the corner, with that comes grilling those great dishes that all of us love to eat. Cleaning a barbecue rack can prove to be labor intensive. Below is a tip that will make the job a lot easier.
Elbert Harold Laws
Elbert Harold Laws, passed away peacefully in Sandpoint, Idaho, after a rich and rewarding life.
Loan No. XXXXXX234 T.S.
No. 1081132-09 Parcel No. RP007740010090A NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Bonner County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings at the following times on Thursday, May 4, 2006, in Courtroom 4 of the Bonner County Courthouse, 215 S. First Avenue, Sandpoint, Idaho, to consider the following requests:
Host Cats win Clark Fork Invitational
SANDPOINT — Clark Fork seniors Zach Palmer and Chris Currie both shot 47 and led the host Wampus Cats to a win in the Clark Fork Invitational Tuesday at Hidden Lakes.
Cramer wins discus, shot put
SANDPOINT — Senior Sheldon Cramer won both throwing events as Sandpoint hosted Lake City, Moscow and Clark Fork Tuesday afternoon.
Monday, April 17
Families are what make celebrations so special
It's weekends like this past one that makes me realize how fortunate I am.
Seminar unifies vision by artists, community
April 14, the Pend Oreille Arts Council and the Festival at Sandpoint hosted an art seminar in Sandpoint called MERGE.
Russell 'Russ' Bernard Topp, 79
Russell "Russ" Bernard Topp, 79, passed away in Post Falls, Idaho, on Friday, April 14, 2006.
Phillips needs to act responsibly as commissioner
The Bonner County Commissioner Marcia Phillips needs to act responsibly in that position.
Political candidates should promise to freeze salaries
With election time near, I would offer a little mentioned problem. It is not high taxes we are subjected to but the excessively high cost of government that upsets me.
Bulldogs hammer Timberlake, 10-0
SANDPOINT — Noah Hawkins had three hits and two RBIs, and was the third member of a pitching trio that one-hit Timberlake in a 10-0 win Monday at War Memorial Field.
Friday, April 14
NOTICE OF APPLICATION
Pursuant to Section 58-104(g) and 58-1301, et seq., Idaho Code (The Lake Protection Act) and rules of the State Board of Land Commissioners, notice is hereby given that David Czerwinski of 331 Briar Bluff Circle- Thousand Oaks, California 91360 made application to repair and replace riprap, repair a seawall, and remove debris. Located on Pend Oreille River near Laclede, Idaho adjacent to: Section 30, Township 56 North, Range 3 West, B.M., Bonner County.
CALL FOR BIDS
The Kootenai-Ponderay Sewer District is seeking bids for an open trench sewer placement project of approximately 365 lineal feet of pipe in the vicinity of Highway 95 and Schweitzer Cut-off Road in Ponderay Idaho.
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE
Trustee's Sale No. 02-MS-41891 Notice is hereby given that, Fidelity National Title Insurance Company, the duly appointed Successor Trustee, will on July 21, 2006, at the hour of 11:00 AM, of said day, In the Lobby of Alliance Title & Escrow Corp., 105 Pine Street, Sandpoint, ID, 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 described real and personal property (hereafter referred to collectively as the "Property"), situated in the County of Bonner, State of Idaho, to-wit: Part of Block 6 of Ohadi acres, according to the plat thereof, recorded in book 1 of plats, page 159, records of Bonner County, Idaho, described as follows: Beginning at the Northwest corner of said block 6; thence South along the East side of Monroe Street, 168.5 feet to the true point of beginning; thence continuing South along the East side of Monroe Street, a distance of 75 feet; thence East parallel to the South line of block 6, a distance of 150 feet; thence North parallel to Monroe Street, a distance of 75 feet; thence west parallel to the South line of said block 6 to the point of beginning. The Trustee has no knowledge of a more particular description of the above-referenced Property but, for purposes of compliance with Section 60-113 of Idaho Code, the Trustee has been informed that the address of 602 Monroe Street, Sandpoint, ID 83864, 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 Mark Johnson and Marion Johnson, husband and wife, as Grantor, to Sandpoint Title, as Trustee, for the benefit and security of American Evergreen Mortgage Corporation, An Idaho Corporation, as Beneficiary, dated 8/20/1999, recorded 8/25/1999, under Instrument No. 550912, Mortgage records of Bonner County, Idaho, the beneficial interest in which is presently held by Homeq Servicing Corporation, F/K/A TMS Mortgage Inc. DBA The money Store. 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. The default for which is sale is made is the failure to pay when due under the Deed of Trust Note dated 8/20/1999, the monthly payment which became due on 1/1/2006 and all subsequent monthly payments, plus late charges and other costs and fees as set forth. Amount due as of March 08, 2006 Delinquent Payments from January 01, 2006 3 payments at $ 716.15 each $ 2,148.45 ( 01-01-06 through 03/08/06) Late Charges: $ 0.00 Beneficiary Advances: $ 123.68 Suspense Credit: $ 0.00 Total: $ 2,272.13 All delinquencies are now due, together with unpaid and accruing taxes, assessments, trustee's fees, attorney's fees, costs and advances made to protect the security associated with this foreclosure. The principal balance is $ 65,127.06, together with interest thereon at 10.250% per annum from 12/1/2005, until paid. The Beneficiary elects to sell or cause the trust property to be sold to satisfy said obligation. Anyone having any objection to the sale on any grounds whatsoever will be afforded an opportunity to be heard as to those objections if they bring a lawsuit to restrain the same. Dated: 3/8/2006 Fidelity National Title Insurance Company Trustee By G. Sheppard c/o Regional Trustee Services Corporation, 616 1st Avenue, Suite 500, Seattle, WA 98104 Phone: (206) 340-2550 Sale Information:
Kathryn Lutes, 79
Kathryn Lutes, 79, has gone home to be with her beloved husband, Earl, and her son, Richard on April 12, 2006.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Notice is hereby given that the Sandpoint Planning Commission will hold a public hearing at their regular meeting on Tuesday May 2, 2006, at 5:30 p.m. in the council chambers at City Hall, 1123 Lake Street, Sandpoint, ID, to consider the following:
Thursday, April 13
Public Hearing Notice
The Bonner County Waterways Advisory Board will hold a Public Hearing on April 20, 2006, immediately following their regularly scheduled 9:00 AM business meeting at the Sandpoint Community Hall, located at 204 South First Avenue, Sandpoint, Idaho 83864, to hear public comment regarding a new Pack River Waters No-Wake Zone Ordinance.
Lions hop to it to make annual hunt egg-stra fun
Don't forget to hop down to Memorial Field and Lakeview Park this Saturday minutes before 10 a.m. to witness the grand spectacle that is the annual Lions Club Easter Egg hunt.
Case No. CV-2005-1296
SUMMONS
Bulldogs fall to Vikings in softball
COEUR d' ALENE — Freshman Kim Guercio had two hits for the Bulldogs, whose nine errors were too much to overcome as they fell 24-1 to the Vikings of Coeur d' Alene.
Bulldogs drop game to Vikings
COEUR d'ALENE — Andy Seaman drove in four runs and Alex Reyes pitched five innings of one-hit ball for the Vikings in the IEL game.
Gary Arthur Czarapata, 73
Gary Arthur Czarapata, 73, passed away, Wednesday, April 12, 2006 in Sandpoint, Idaho.
Wednesday, April 12
Field burning hurts area's quality of life
Quality of life is what a number of us came to this area for, not to make a fortune, but just a dollar or two to pay the rent and buy shoes and groceries for the kids. Maybe not as high faluting an ambition as some, but you must look at the values beneath such beliefs.
Only thing sure on immigration is that there is no solid answers
I'm of a mixed mind on the immigration protests that have swept across the country the past few weeks.
NOTICE OF THREE BAYS PRIZE LOG SALE
IDAHO BOARD OF
Wanda Lorraine (Morley) Vance, 88
Wanda Lorraine (Morley) Vance, 88, passed away on Sunday, March 26, 2006, in Sandpoint, Idaho. There will be a celebration of her life at 11 a.m., Saturday, April 15, 2006, at the First Christian Church in Sandpoint with Pastor Tony Nelson officiating.
STATE TIMBER SALE
CR-20-0259, COLEMAN
Lieselotte (Lilo) K. Githens, 74
Lieselotte (Lilo) K. Githens, 74, of Post Falls, Idaho, passed on peacefully with her family by her side, on Feb. 20, 2006, at Pinewood Care Center in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE is hereby given that Northside Fire District shall conduct a Public hearing on Tuesday, the 18th day of April, 2006 at Northside Fire District, 437 Cedar Street, Ponderay, Idaho commencing at 6:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as this hearing can be conducted. Said hearing is for the purpose of public input for the following:
Illegal activity of any kind is just plain wrong
If illegal activity of one sort (immigration) deserves support, why not support other petty criminals like drunken drivers, extortionists and thieves?
Joseph Richards Duncalfe
passed from this world on April 10, 2006, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Case No. CV 2006-320
SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION TO QUIET TITLE
Tuesday, April 11
Use caution if you discover a mouse den while cleaning
Spring is here and that primordial drive to throw out the old and bring in the new grips us like a pitbull on a bone.
Joey Lovell sizzles in Moscow
MOSCOW — Coeur d'Alene High captured top honors at the Moscow Invitational on Tuesday at the University of Idaho Golf Course.
Medical students show they have the WRITE stuff
Every year, Sandpoint welcomes a medical student into our community through a very special program. This year we are lucky enough to have two — Pamela and Luke Durling, a young married couple in their third year of medical school at the University of Washington School of Medicine.
Helander dominant as Bulldogs fall to Lake City
COEUR D'ALENE — The Lake City Timberwolves won all of their boys singles matches in defeating Sandpoint 8-4 in Tennis on Tuesday.
Marte E. Elliott, 69
Marte E. Elliott, 69, passed away on Thursday, April 6, 2006.
Joseph Richards Duncalfe
A passed from this world on April 10, 2006, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Session ends - finally
BOISE, Idaho (AP) - The Idaho Legislature has adjourned, capping the 2006 session at 93 days - the third-longest in state history.
Post Falls sweeps Sandpoint meet
SANDPOINT — Seth Hyde broke the Post Falls school record in the 400 meters with a time of 50.4 seconds, eclipsing a mark that had stood since 1971, as Post Falls won both the boys' and girls' titles at the Sandpoint Invitational on Tuesday afternoon. Nick Mehalechko won the 100 and 200 meter sprints and Angie Whalen won the 800 and 1600 meter runs as the Trojans depth was key in the wins.
Larry R. Cerny
Larry R. Cerny passed away on Thursday, April 6, 2006, while vacationing in China.
Monday, April 10
Local enjoyed 'being led astray'
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Legislators deserve kudos for fight against milfoil
The severe Eurasian milfoil infestation of our lakes and waterways is finally getting some meaningful attention.
Time has come for one-year moratorium on property taxes
Depending on your perspective, the 2006 Idaho Legislature is either dashing valiantly to the finish line or spinning recklessly out of control.
Development poses more questions than answers
I am concerned about the upcoming vote on the proposed Hidden Lakes expansion project.
Ruth Elaine Meyer, 72
Ruth Elaine Meyer, 72, resident of Athol, Idaho passed away, Friday, April 7, 2006, at KMC in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.
Marte E. Elliott, 69
Marte E. Elliott, 69, passed away on Thursday, April 6, 2006.
Charles 'Chuck' Haddad, 59
Charles "Chuck" Haddad passed away on Saturday, April 8, 2006.
sGet involved with your children, skatepark
The Sandpoint public skatepark is a great asset to our community and every person and business that helped make it happen should be congratulated. The park gets as much use (or more) than any other park in town and the kids love it, but the park is not a day care center and parents need to be involved. It is common to see 30-50 kids at the park with no adult/parental supervision. Only a very small percentage of these kids wear helmets or any type of protective gear, which is far less expensive than a hospital bill.
Mary Jo 'Sharna' Swaja, 53
Mary Jo "Sharna" Swaja, 53, passed away Thursday, March 30, 2006, in Sandpoint, Idaho, of cancer.
Saturday, April 8
Vote Semanko for U.S. Congress
I am writing to endorse Norm Semanko for U.S. Congress.
Victor Ernest Beehler
Victor Ernest Beehler, 84, formerly of St. Louis Park, Minn. having lived in Sandpoint, Idaho for the past 25 years, passed away at his retirement home in Florence, Ariz. on April 05, 2006.
Case No. CV 2006-0456
SUMMONS AND NOTICE
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE
Trustee's Sale No. 02-MS-41891 Notice is hereby given that, Fidelity National Title Insurance Company, the duly appointed Successor Trustee, will on July 21, 2006, at the hour of 11:00 AM, of said day, In the Lobby of Alliance Title & Escrow Corp., 105 Pine Street, Sandpoint, ID, 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 described real and personal property (hereafter referred to collectively as the "Property"), situated in the County of Bonner, State of Idaho, to-wit: Part of Block 6 of Ohadi acres, according to the plat thereof, recorded in book 1 of plats, page 159, records of Bonner County, Idaho, described as follows: Beginning at the Northwest corner of said block 6; thence South along the East side of Monroe Street, 168.5 feet to the true point of beginning; thence continuing South along the East side of Monroe Street, a distance of 75 feet; thence East parallel to the South line of block 6, a distance of 150 feet; thence North parallel to Monroe Street, a distance of 75 feet; thence west parallel to the South line of said block 6 to the point of beginning. The Trustee has no knowledge of a more particular description of the above-referenced Property but, for purposes of compliance with Section 60-113 of Idaho Code, the Trustee has been informed that the address of 602 Monroe Street, Sandpoint, ID 83864, 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 Mark Johnson and Marion Johnson, husband and wife, as Grantor, to Sandpoint Title, as Trustee, for the benefit and security of American Evergreen Mortgage Corporation, An Idaho Corporation, as Beneficiary, dated 8/20/1999, recorded 8/25/1999, under Instrument No. 550912, Mortgage records of Bonner County, Idaho, the beneficial interest in which is presently held by Homeq Servicing Corporation, F/K/A TMS Mortgage Inc. DBA The money Store. 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. The default for which is sale is made is the failure to pay when due under the Deed of Trust Note dated 8/20/1999, the monthly payment which became due on 1/1/2006 and all subsequent monthly payments, plus late charges and other costs and fees as set forth. Amount due as of March 08, 2006 Delinquent Payments from January 01, 2006 3 payments at $ 716.15 each $ 2,148.45 ( 01-01-06 through 03/08/06) Late Charges: $ 0.00 Beneficiary Advances: $ 123.68 Suspense Credit: $ 0.00 Total: $ 2,272.13 All delinquencies are now due, together with unpaid and accruing taxes, assessments, trustee's fees, attorney's fees, costs and advances made to protect the security associated with this foreclosure. The principal balance is $ 65,127.06, together with interest thereon at 10.250% per annum from 12/1/2005, until paid. The Beneficiary elects to sell or cause the trust property to be sold to satisfy said obligation. Anyone having any objection to the sale on any grounds whatsoever will be afforded an opportunity to be heard as to those objections if they bring a lawsuit to restrain the same. Dated: 3/8/2006 Fidelity National Title Insurance Company Trustee By G. Sheppard c/o Regional Trustee Services Corporation, 616 1st Avenue, Suite 500, Seattle, WA 98104 Phone: (206) 340-2550 Sale Information:
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Bonner County Commissioners will hold public hearings at the following times on Wednesday, April 26, 2006, in the Board Room of the Bonner County Courthouse, 215 S. First Avenue, Sandpoint, Idaho, to consider the following requests:
Comment sought on winter travel plan
SANDPOINT — The U.S. Forest Service is starting its review of winter travel on national forest lands in the Sandpoint, Priest Lake and Bonners Ferry ranger districts.
Junior Hostesses danced way to young sailors' hearts
Not too long ago, I went to a meeting at Sandpoint's Community Hall. As I walked around the building, I wondered about the history of the place, and the people who had walked through its doors. I found that the Hall had a rich and varied history.
Graphic designer escapes meltdown
Tuesday morning at 7:10 a.m., the sleeping city of Sandpoint, located on Lake Pend Oreille and only one hour's drive from the Canadian border, was rocked by a small nuclear "accident."
Tax cap initiative steaming along
A recent letter to the Bee criticized the efforts of STOP (Sensible Taxation of Property) and the initiative we are promoting to help save homes from the onerous property taxes.
Library offering English program
SANDPOINT — The East Bonner County Library will host an afternoon social at 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 11 in room 103 and 104 to welcome and meet our neighbors who speak English as a second language.
Ruth Elaine Meyer, 72, a resident of Athol, Idaho, passed away Friday, April 7, 2006 at Kootenai Medical Center in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.
Memorial services will be held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, April 12, 2006 at the Lakeview Funeral Home in Sandpoint, Idaho, with Pastor Ken Lawrence of River of Life Fellowship officiating.
Sandpoint needs its own police department
To dismantle the Sandpoint Police Department because one or two council people have a vendetta against Chief Mark Lockwood is ludicrous and asinine. The handling of this personality conflict by the way of character assassination at City Council meetings and by the way of the press is childish.
Cities' police response swifter than county's
Last year I had the opportunity to witness the Ponderay Police Department at work after confronting a suspicious individual at my shop. I called 911 as he sped away. The response to my call was very impressive. Within minutes, they called to have me identify him.
NOTICE TO CALL FOR BIDS
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WILL BE ACCEPTING SEALED BIDS FOR THE FOLLOWING SERVICE:
NOTICE OF APPLICATION
Pursuant to Section 58-104(g) and 58-1301, et seq., Idaho Code (The Lake Protection Act) and rules of the State Board of Land Commissioners, notice is hereby given that Dennis Peterson of 18136 - 154th Avenue NE - Woodinville, WA 98072 made application to place riprap with vegetation and large woody debris along 100' of shoreline for erosion control. Located on Pend Oreille River near Priest River, Idaho adjacent to: Section 4, Township 56 North, Range 3 West, B.M., Bonner County.
Thursday, April 6
Case No. CV 2006-320
SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION TO QUIET TITLE
Taxpayers shouldn't add
to judges' pension fund
Legislature needs to remove sales tax from our groceries
You have to admire the House for continuing to hammer away at the thorny issue that is property tax reform. No matter what they do, somebody isn't going to be happy. Some are going to say it's too much and others are going to say it's not enough.
SUMMARY OF
CITY OF EAST HOPE
THURSDAY, APRIL 6
ACTIVITIES
Phyllis Ann St.Cyr, 79
Phyllis Ann St.Cyr, 79, passed away on Tuesday, April 4, 2006, in Sandpoint, Idaho.
Why can't housing costs
be submitted to county?
Residents well aware of what initiative would do
In answer to the March 26th letter asking if we knew what we were signing with the 1% initiative. Yes, we do.
Case No. CV-2006-00420
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Jerry Allen Williams, 69
Jerry Allen Williams, 69, passed away on Tuesday, April 4, 2006, at his home near Sagle, Idaho.
Tuesday, April 4
Case No. CV-2006-00449
NOTICE OF HEARING
James Spencer 'Jim' Decker, 72
James Spencer "Jim" Decker, 72, passed away at his home on March 30th , 2006 in Sagle, Idaho.
Katharine 'Kaye' Shields-Moe
Katharine "Kaye" Shields-Moe, artist and retired nurse, passed away on Tuesday, March 28, 2006, of natural causes. She was 89.
A love affair rekindled
Even after a strike in 1995 wiped out an entire season. Even after steroids tarnished an entire era of play. Even after the Yankees, among other teams, tried to buy championships and wreak havoc on any notion of a level playing field. I still love baseball.
'Wood'-n't be lovely to have shiny glass for your stoves?
The weather is rapidly changing. Our nighttime temperatures are getting warmer. One of the things a lot of us use here in North Idaho is a wood stove. Cleaning the glass in those stoves can prove to be quite challenging. Below are a few tips that may make that task easier.
ORDINANCE NO. 475
JOHN PETTIS, ET AL ZONE CHANGE FILE #ZC319-05
NOTICE OF APPLICATION
Pursuant to Section 58-104(g) and 58-1301, et seq., Idaho Code (The Lake Protection Act) and rules of the State Board of Land Commissioners, notice is hereby given that jae Heinburg dba BVG Sandpoint Ltd of 777 South Harbor Island Blvd, Suite 925- Tampa, FL 33602 made application to expand, modify and reconfigure the community dock facility and swin area at the Seasons at Sandpoint on Lake Pend Oreille near Sandpoint, Idaho. adjacent to: Section 23, Township 57 North, Range 2 West, B.M., Bonner County.
Correct headache diagnosis improves treatment
Got a headache? You're not alone. According to the National Headache Foundation, over 45 million Americans suffer from chronic headaches.
Monday, April 3
Council deserves thanks for revieiwng police department
I believe that we should thank the council members who are reviewing our police department! I personally believe that the Sandpoint Police Department has been allowed to run uncontrolled to the detriment of many residents. Ask the many people who have had parking tickets, or other minor infractions that could have been handled with more discretion.
Thank you for helping tell Holocaust survivors' stories
I would like to express my thanks to my friend Mike Couch and the staff of First Christian Church for inviting us to come and speak to their youth group about the Holocaust. It is a difficult topic to discuss and this was the first time we shared Dad's story with the public. His testimony to Stephen Spielberg's Shoah Foundation resulted in a four-hour video account. Those of us who have watched it find it difficult to turn off the tape once it starts. Our hat is off to Kyle Bostock of First Christian who edited the tape down to 35 minutes. Dad's harrowing survival experiences are etched in his memory; his crystalline recall of events created a compelling story and we didn't know if we could cut out material without detracting from the story. Kyle was up to the task and the edited tape was no less riveting than the unabridged one. Kyle and Mike worked hard to create a first rate visual experience.
Grace Geraldine Hamilton, 93
Grace Geraldine Hamilton, 93, passed away in Sandpoint, Idaho, on March 30, 2006.
Beer and movies just don't mix
Do we really need beer or wine in the state's movie theaters?
Property tax initiative deserves residents' support
The initiative process is the avenue for citizens to address their egislature on matters they deem to need definitive attention.
Saturday, April 1
New York native colors world with amazing art
"My name is Gail Wolters Lyster, and I was born in Flushing, N.Y., on April 27, 1949. My mom's name was Olinda Carlotta Mellow and dad's name is Jack Frank Wolters. I have an older sister named Honey, and I have a brother named Rande.
Let's end the 'age of profanity'
The '60s and '70s were the "Age of Aquarius."
Read the fine print
On the first page of the 1% Initiative that is making its way around parts of the state, please read the sentence that begins on line 6: requiring reporting to county assessors the actual cost of property sold. This is augmented on page 28 of 34, No. 63-1313 (3) titled Truth in Transaction. Also, please refer to page 29 of 34, No. 63-1401 titled "enforcement penalties" near the middle of paragraph (1). This allows the assessor to value a property at 2 times its value for each year such property has escaped taxation.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Notice is hereby given that the Sandpoint City Council will hold public hearings at their regular meeting on Wednesday, April 19, 2006, at 5:30 p.m. in the council chambers at City Hall, 1123 Lake Street, Sandpoint, ID, to consider the following:
TV reruns getting old
Is anyone else getting a little feed up with the networks showing the same weekly shows over and over again in prime time?
Tabloid journalism
The story on the hard-working local mom who had a run in with the local authorities was a disgrace. This woman's contributions to the city of Sandpoint over the last nine years is imeasureable. To have an article published locally that senationalizes a misdemeanor is cruel and unwarranted. This is a small town, mutually forgiving of its inhabitants' less-than-saintly behaivor. Mr. Kinnard, many of us have bones in our closets we would rather not want made public. That's why we came here. I must assume you have not sinned since you are so ready to throw rocks. In the words of an old mentor "They only made one of perfect, and they crucified him." Mr. Kinnard, give people a break and save the yellow journalism for the grocery checkout.
