Tuesday, October 31
NOTICE OF
PUBLIC HEARINGS
School district settles lawsuit
SANDPOINT — The Lake Pend Oreille School District has settled a negligence lawsuit filed by the mother of an elementary school student who was injured in a playground mishap in 2003.
November focuses on diabetes awareness, education
What do a Hispanic, 11-year-old girl in the city and a Caucasian, 80-year-old man in the country have in common? Very possibly, diabetes. This disease affects hundreds of thousands of people all over the country; both young and old, rich and poor, urban city-slicker or rural recluse.
Fire safety plan will help keep loved ones safe
Winter is just around the corner and with that, folks are starting to use their wood stoves, fire places and pellet stoves.
Community mourns teen
PRIEST RIVER — When Tony Lamanna thinks about Billy Clark, the image of a smiling, happy 16-year-old comes to mind.
Monday, October 30
Prop 1 is needed for quality public schools
I have been asked about Proposition 1, the ballot measure that would increase funding for Idaho's public schools. While the Lake Pend Oreille School Board, of which I am a member, has not taken a position on Prop. 1, I can share with you what it would mean to the district if it should pass.
Anderson gives N. Idaho a strong voice in Boise
Rep. Eric Anderson recognized the terrible damage the invasion of Eurasian milfoil was doing to our lakes. He took the time to study the issue, became very knowledgeable, and then he lobbied the Idaho Legislature to convince them to provide funds to attack this invasive weed that was destroying our beautiful lakes.
Jean Isabella Owens Brown
Jean Isabella Owens Brown passed away peacefully at the age of 86 on Friday, Oct. 27, 2006, at her Westwood home in Sandpoint, Idaho. She was surrounded by her children and grandchildren at the time of her death, just as she was during her life.
Edward David Furtado, 54
Edward David Furtado, 54, passed away on Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2006, at his home near Sandpoint, Idaho.
Crossett, Clemons, Dye pass the litmus test
How should I vote, that's the question we all ask before an election. One litmus test is have the candidates been in office before and or what kind of education, experience and commitment do they bring to the table.
Parsons receives tennis honors
SANDPOINT — Anyone who has ever played and enjoyed tennis in Sandpoint owes a small debt of gratitude to the efforts of Jim Parsons Jr. His passion for tennis has been instrumental in both the construction, refurbishing and saving of most local courts, as well as the growing of the game in Sandpoint.
Bonner County's Centennial is just around the corner
Bonner County's Centennial is just around the corner.
Jesse Raymond 'Ray' Cole, 96
Jesse Raymond "Ray" Cole, 96, passed away on Friday, Oct. 27, 2006, in Kootenai, Idaho.
Judie Conlan has the experience for the job
It was disappointing for me when Jerry Clemons chose not to run for commissioner. I was equally disappointed, however, when he chose to run for assessor against Judie Conlan. I've known Judie all my life and don't know a more sincere person or capable Bonner County public employee. And to listen to those around her, is to here nothing but admiration.
McNeal is Miss Teen Idaho
Krista McNeal, a 17-year-old senior at Sandpoint High School, was named Miss Idaho Teen USA 2007 at the pageant in Nampa on Saturday.
Why is Club for Growth meddling in our state?
Why is Club for Growth meddling in Idaho?
Saturday, October 28
This election really does matter
Nationally, statewide and locally, it's hard to deny that these mid-term elections are important.
Let your voice be heard by voting in Nov. 7 election
While the Government Affairs Committee of the Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce does not endorse or support any one individual candidate, it does support the democratic voting process and strongly encourages its members and the residents of Bonner County to vote Nov. 7.
Jean Isabella Owens Brown
Jean Isabella Owens Brown passed away peacefully at the age of 86 on Friday, Oct. 27, 2006, at her Westwood home in Sandpoint, Idaho. She was surrounded by her children and grandchildren at the time of her death, just as she was during her life.
Fire the incumbents and vote for change
A disconnect exists between incumbent politicians and the people. This was evident at forums. Incumbents spoke as if they shared a common brain. Career politicians said they were qualified because they were already there, as if we should trust seniority.
Steve Elgar working to help North Idaho
Steve Elgar has worked hard to help the working people of North Idaho. Steve is in favor of, and will vote for, raising the minimum wage. He has been working to help Bonner County residents obtain affordable health care, is on the board of the Partners in Care Clinic and is a member of a task force working with local businesses to provide health care to employees.
Prop 2 is nothing but bait-and-switch politics
Proposition 2 is bait-and-switch politics. It was put on the ballot by New York City real estate billionaire Howard Rich.
Crossett, Dye will help, not hurt, county residents
Why choose someone who uses his mouth rather than his mind and education to "fix" Bonner County?
Friday, October 27
Early schools focus on reading, 'riting and 'rithmetic
Many of the old schools in Bonner County have gone the way of time and are no more. But there is one that still stands proudly as if waiting for the children of the area to come by foot, wagon, or on horse back to get "book learning" from a tall teacher, called Oliver Turnbull.
NOTICE OF
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Trial pending in shooting case
SANDPOINT — A Priest River landowner accused of trying to scare off bass fisherman by shooting at them with a handgun is set to stand trial next month.
Kyle S. Petersen
Kyle was born on Aug. 27, 1973, in Sandpoint, Idaho, where he enjoyed growing up with his family and many good friends.
Thursday, October 26
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a General Election will be held on the 7th day of November 2006 at the various polling places noted below; and that on such General Election Day the polling places will be open continuously from 8 o'clock am until 8 o'clock pm on the same day.
Case No. CV-2006-01789
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Tremendous growth earns Quest honors
SANDPOINT — Quest Aircraft Company was awarded the annual "Business of the Year" award from the Bonner County Economic Development Corporation as a result of their tremendous job growth during the past year.
Wednesday, October 25
HJR 2 will hurt Idaho's families
Why to vote no on HJR 2 on Nov. 7
Scott, Conlan are friendly, experienced
In my business dealings with Judy Conlan of the Bonner County Assessor's Office, and Marie Scott, Bonner County Clerk of the District Court, I have found their offices to be extremely helpful and friendly. I would urge that they both be returned to their respectful positions as Bonner County assessor and clerk.
FIRST NOTICE OF DISTRICT ELECTION
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN: That the Spirit Lake Fire Protection District will be conducting an Election for the following purpose: Fire Commissioner, Position #3 to be held on Tuesday, the 7th day of November, 2006, on which day Polls will be open from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the following designated Polling Places:
Theft of rack cards amounts to bullying and censorship
There seems to be a political rite of passage around election time in Bonner County.
Bulldogs hungry for another banner
The Sandpoint volleyball team begins the quest for their 11th state championship Friday when they open the 4A tournament against Century at 8:30 a.m. at Kimberly High School in Twin Falls.
Don't let claims by Rich, Mueller fool you
It is important for everyone to vote. We must not be fooled by the claims of Bud Mueller and Lewis Rich when they say they will save us money by disbanding the county EMS program, and the planning and zoning department. Both of these candidates would not serve this county in a positive matter. Write in Karl Dye as he has the maturity, education and experience to have this county move forward.
Conlan's experience needed by county
We need an assessor with appraisal training and experience to straighten out the mess the state made of our property values. That's why I support Judie Conlan for assessor. She is a lifelong resident of Bonner County who cares about the people who live here. In my opinion, that's what we need now.
Bee announces candidate picks
Bonner County cannot afford to have a train wreck in our county commission.
Keough led the charge on property tax reform
The homeowner's exemption was increased last legislative session for the first time since the voters put it in place by initiative in the 1980s. Shawn Keough led the charge to get it done. Plus, Shawn pushed for an inflationary factor to make sure the homeowner's exemption will continue to grow as our market grows. As a result, next year the exemption will be over $89,000.
Tuesday, October 24
LeRoy L. Clark, 22
LeRoy L. Clark, 22, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Oct. 16, 2006, following a brief illness.
SHS qualifies 13 for state meet
MOSCOW — In what could be a prelude to the state tournament, sophomore Paulina Gralow won two events — the 200-meter individual medley and 100 breaststroke — in dominating fashion Saturday at the District Swimming Championships in Moscow.
NOTICE OF
TRUSTEE'S SALE
Mildred (Philpot) Dey, 86
Mildred (Philpot) Dey, passed on Oct. 20, 2006, of natural causes. She was 86 years old.
Monday, October 23
SHS lands dozen on All-IEL squads
Indicative of the high quality of soccer played in Sandpoint, the boys and girls All-League soccer teams announced monday were littered with Bulldogs.
Lewis Rich devoted to making county better
I have known Lewis Rich for many years. He has operated a successful automotive repair shop in Bonner County for 26 years (no small accomplishment) — he has also devoted his time to a lot of volunteer work in several fields. I would hate to see this good guy defeated in November because someone else is funding this "Karl Dye write-in" campaign.
Keough led charge to cut property taxes
Shawn Keough led the charge to help us with our escalating property taxes. Shawn's work on the last summer's legislative committee and continued leadership last session led to a series of steps that will make our property tax bill less this year than it would have been. Shawn knows there is more work to do and she is committed to doing it.
There's plenty to cheer about when it comes to the Bulldogs
This is the greatest time of year.
Bud Mueller has cost Bonner County plenty
You just can't believe what Bud Mueller says. In separate public forums, Bud stated that he didn't cost the county much with his past misdeeds. According to public records, the cost in settling just some of Bud's suits was significant. The county's insurance provider paid out well over $200,000; the county paid $45,000 and our insurance premium increase over $140,000 i
Saturday, October 21
Vote Dye, Crossett
I was shocked when I read the answers to the questions provided by Bud Mueller to the Newport Miner. When asked why Bud is running, he states that he won't work with Bonner County Commission Chairman Joe Young. That Bud and Lewis Rich will work together, and if Commissioner Young wants to work with them he can; otherwise he can just stay home.
Anderson is our ally in Boise
Vote for Eric Anderson for District 1 House A representative!
Bee announces candidate picks
Bonner County cannot afford to have a train wreck in our county commission.
NOTICE OF
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Vote our 'career politicians' out
Wouldn't it be nice to see some new faces in politics? Politicians who have not been bought off, who don't have a long-established network of corporate and party connections, and are not receiving perks for their vote?
Friday, October 20
Krystal Marie Mullen, 21
Krystal Marie Mullen, 21, passed away in an automobile accident on Oct. 9, 2006, in Tempe, Ariz.
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE
Trustee's Sale No. 02-FSF-43559 Notice is hereby given that, Fidelity National Title Insurance Company, the duly appointed Successor Trustee, will on January 31, 2007, 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: A tract of land located in the Southwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of Section 14, Township 56 North, Range 5 West of the Boise Meridian, Bonner County, Idaho, more particularly described as follows: Commencing at the Southeast corner of the said Southwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter: Thence North 544 feet; Thence West 400 feet; Thence South 544 feet; Thence East 400 feet to the point of the beginning. Except Public Roads and Rights of Way. (As described in Instrument NO. 693922) More accurately described as follows: A tract of land located in the Southwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 14, Township 56 North, Range 5 West of the Boise Meridian, Bonner County, Idaho, more particularly described as follows: Commencing at the Southeast corner of the said Southwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter; Thence North 544 feet; Thence West 400 feet; Thence South 544 feet; Thence East 400 feet to the point of the beginning. Except Public Roads and Rights of Ways. 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 1235 Bodie Canyon, Priest River, ID 83856, 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 Daniel J. Duley, an unmarried person, as Grantor, to Chicago Title Insurance Company, as Trustee, for the benefit and security of Bank of America NA, as Beneficiary, dated 10/28/2005, recorded 12/8/2005, under Instrument No. 693922, recorded under Auditor's/recorder's No. 707278 Mortgage records of Bonner County, Idaho, the beneficial interest in which is presently held by Bank of American NA. 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 10/28/2005, Failure to pay the monthly payment which became due on 3/17/2006 and all subsequent monthly payments, plus late charges and other costs and fees as set forth. Amount due as of September 21, 2006 As Loan No. 64699 7 payments from 3-17-06 $ 2,097.34 (03-17-06 through 09-21-06) Late Charges: $ 85.86 Beneficiary Advances: $ 150.00 Suspense Credit: $ 0.00 Total: $ 2,333.20 As Loan No. 64601 5 payments from (03-17-06 through 09-21-06) $ 5,259.76 Late Charges: $ — Beneficiary Advances: $ — Suspense Credit: $ 0.00 Total: $ 5,259.76 Total Amount Due $ 7,592.96 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 $ 143,000.000, together with interest thereon at 9.240 % per annum from 2/17/2006, 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: 9/21/2006 Fidelity National Title Insurance Company Trustee By Gerri Sheppard c/o Regional Trustee Services Corporation, 616 1st Avenue, Suite 500, Seattle, WA 98104 Phone: (206) 340-2550 Sale Information:
Cats have tough night at Wallace
SILVERTON — Ryan Miller had another big game for the Cats, but it wasn't enought as Wallace took a 57-26 lead early in the fourth quarter against Clark Fork on Friday at Sather Field.
Donald Phares Nelson, 63
Donald Phares Nelson, 63, passed away on Tuesday, Oct. 17, 2006, in Athol, Idaho.
Bulldogs, Cats host Districts today
Sandpoint will be looking to secure a state berth today when they host the 4A District 1 volleyball tournament at Les Rogers Court.
Thursday, October 19
Dale Henry Reasor, 69
Dale Henry Reasor, 69, of Post Falls, Idaho, passed away Oct. 14, 2006, from a heart attack while elk hunting.
Cross country teams headed to state
LEWISTON — One performance was expected, the other a bit of a surprise.
Sandpoint downs Moscow in volleyball
SANDPOINT — Jackie Palaniuk had her serve working to near perfection, smoking seven aces amid several lengthy service runs as Sandpoint downed Moscow 23-25, 25-16, 25-13 and 25-10 Thursday night at Les Rogers Court on the opening day of the 4A District 1 volleyball tournament.
Wednesday, October 18
Tunnel is a practical alternative to byway
I'm writing in response to Leigh-Ann Rasor's letter to the editor in opposition to the tunnel proposal. First, about the tunnel reducing noise and not being an eyesore — she's got that part just right about our motivations.
Clark Fork sweeps Mullan
CLARK FORK — Huge service runs by Chelsea Macumber, Rayna Allen and Moranda Becker were crucial in each game as the Wampus Cats swept Mullan 25-12, 25-18 and 26-24 Wednesday to qualify for the district tournament on Saturday.
Performance counts and there's no free lunch
As an observer of Idaho politics for 30 years, I would like to comment on the current scene.
RESCHEDULED NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE
On FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2007 AT THE HOUR OF 11:00 o'clock A.M., local time, of said day, at the front steps of the Bonner County Courthouse, 215 South 1st Avenue, Sandpoint, Idaho, MICHAEL G. SCHMIDT, as Successor Trustee, 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 described real property, together with fixtures, situated in the County of Bonner, State of Idaho, and particularly described as follows:
Prop 2 would be a costly mistake
Prop 2 is wrong for Idaho.
Ramsey will fight special interests
I urge your support for Jim Ramsey, Democratic candidate for Idaho's District 1 Senate seat.
Tuesday, October 17
Kathleen Fae Kammeyer, 84
Kathleen Kammeyer passed away peacefully on Sept. 26 while a resident of the Tekoa Care Center after living with a stoke since 1987.
Look Good Feel Better Program fights cancer head on
Cancer is so limited —
Making sense of soaps and detergents
Additives make soap smell better, but do little else
Monday, October 16
Louise Mary Parquette, 87
Louise Mary Parquette, 87, passed away in her sleep on Friday, Oct. 13, 2006, in Sandpoint, Idaho.
Select carefully when you go to the polls
It is time to start making your choices for the voting booth. This time, listen carefully to their messages of allegiance. If the allegiance is to a party then they need to be removed or bypassed. We are at a point in time where the division must stop or we as a country will perish. It is that serious. There are many united against us so we must be united. If you listen to the response of the incumbents when responding to a national crisis you will find that they care only how it affects their party not America. They lend to a divided America not a united one. Choose carefully this time.
Pelosi should resign over any possible scandals
After listening all week to Democrats' demands for House Speaker Hastert to resign over the Congressman Foley affair, it is clear Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi should resign immediately as well. It is abundantly clear that she has failed to take any action whatever regarding all scandals about which she knows nothing.
Learn facts on ballot's many propositions, advisory votes
You've seen the commercials. You've read the ads. You've heard about the candidates and issues from friends, campaign brochures or political pundits.
A vote for Ramsey is vote for democracy
After the last election, the right-wing interests dominated North Idaho. Some state positions were not even challenged. Bob Wynhausen and I were talking about the need to challenge the royal team.
Saturday, October 14
Be informed, attended candidate forums
The election season is heating up.
Friday, October 13
Cats fall to Kootenai
CLARK FORK — Clark Fork played Kootenai tough in the first half, before the visitors broke the game open, winning 42-12 Friday night in Clark Fork.
Sandpoint's Power House is still going strong
The Power House of the Northern Idaho & Montana Power Company was completed in 1910. It cost nearly $200,000 and, as the Pend Oreille Review stated, "The new plant in every detail is modern and up-to-date and one of the most substantial in the northwest." The building was constructed of brick, concrete and steel from the foundation up, and the walls between the engine room and boiler room, were also made of brick and were 13 inches thick.
Bulldogs win fourth straight in routing Bears
SANDPOINT — The Bulldogs have enjoyed the friendly confines of Barlow Stadium at War Memorial Field, hammering Moscow 51-14 Friday night for their fourth straight convincing home win.
Iris Mae Yount, 88
Iris Mae Yount, 88, returned peacefully to our heavenly Father on Oct. 11, 2006, at her home in Spokane Valley, Wash.
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS' MEETING
Tuesday, September 19, 2006
Betty Jean Eccles, 66
Betty Jean Eccles passed away at the age of 66 the morning of Oct. 10, 2006, at Life Care Center of Sandpoint in Idaho from a long-term illness.
Thursday, October 12
Barbara Jean Remmers, 85
Barbara Jean Remmers, 85, a long-time resident of Sandpoint, Idaho, passed away, Tuesday, Oct. 10, 2006, in Sandpoint.
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS' MEETING
Tuesday, August 29, 2006
Thurlow wants verdict voided
SANDPOINT — Kenneth Eugene Thurlow is mounting an effort to have his murder conviction overturned.
Alvin 'Duke' Robinson, 81
Alvin "Duke" Robinson, 81, passed away, Tuesday, Oct. 10, 2006 in Sandpoint, Idaho.
Iris Mae Yount, 88
Iris Mae Yount, 88, returned peacefully to our heavenly Father on Oct. 11, 2006, at her home in Spokane Valley, Wash.
Henry Lee 'Hank' Norwood, 63
Henry Lee "Hank" Norwood, 63, passed away in Noxon, Mont., on Oct. 11, 2006.
Wednesday, October 11
Why are community's gas prices still so high?
It seems that we who live way up in North Idaho in a small town called Sandpoint have gold coming out of them there pumps at the gas stations. When the average price in the rest of the country is at about $2.20 per gallon and goes as low as $2.03 in some places, we are still shoveling out our mortgage payments to someone that must really need it.
It's time for a change at assessor's office
It's time for a change in the county assessor's office. I believe that Jerry Clemons is the man to make that change. Please be sure to vote and mark your ballots for Jerry Clemons, Bonner County assessor.
Skeletal remains found by hunter
SANDPOINT — Skeletal remains were discovered by a hunter, the Bonner County Sheriff's Office said on Wednesday.
Forum will help N. Idaho's employers find hidden gems
Good employees are hard to come by — just ask any of the employers in Bonner County. Those who look beyond a wheelchair or controllable mental disability may just find a jewel of an worker who helps their company shine.
Alternatives need to be considered on the byway
In response to Dave Hancock's recent letter to editor suggesting I wish to "toss out the majority feelings and work that has been done, and start from scratch" by advancing the tunnel alternative.
Christopher Allen Ginn, 30
Christopher Allen Ginn, 30, passed away on Friday, Oct. 6, 2006, at his home near Sandpoint, Idaho.
RESCHEDULED NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE
On FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2007 AT THE HOUR OF 11:00 o'clock A.M., local time, of said day, at the front steps of the Bonner County Courthouse, 215 South 1st Avenue, Sandpoint, Idaho, MICHAEL G. SCHMIDT, as Successor Trustee, 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 described real property, together with fixtures, situated in the County of Bonner, State of Idaho, and particularly described as follows:
Tuesday, October 10
No. CV 2006-0786
SUMMONS BY
Awareness helps put an end to domestic violence
There is an issue that affects the health and well being of millions of Americans every year, young and old, rich and poor, married and single, regardless of race, creed, or background. The issue is domestic violence.
Case No. CV-2006-000826
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Sandpoint sweeps Lakeland in volleyball match
RATHDRUM — Katie Watson blasted 13 kills as the Bulldogs swept Lakeland 25-23, 25-19 and 25-18 Tuesday night in Rathdrum. Watson has emerged as one of the top outside hitters in the region, if not the state.
Arnold Joseph 'Joe' Gillie, 71
Arnold Joseph "Joe" Gillie died on Oct. 2, 2006, at the age of 71.
Court Case
Number CV05-7163
David 'Dave' Correa, 70
David "Dave" Correa, 70, passed away in his home near Sandpoint, Idaho, on Sunday, Oct. 9, 2006.
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on January 9, 2007, at 11:00 a.m. the office of Catherine L. Dullea, Attorney at Law, as Successor Trustee, 101 N. Fourth Avenue Suite 204, Sandpoint, ID, will sell at public auction to the highest bidder, for cash in lawful money of the United States of America, all payable at the time of sale, the following real property situated in the County of Bonner, State of Idaho, described as follows:
Edwin C. Darty, 79
Edwin Curtis Darty, 79, of Post Falls, Idaho, went home to be with his Lord Sunday, Oct. 08, 2006.
Court Case Number CV06-54
Sheriff's Case Number
Monday, October 9
Weston W. Kornemann, 76
Weston W. Kornemann, 76, passed away at the Veterans Care Unit in Spokane, Wash., on Oct. 5, 2006.
Dorothy Nina (Martin) Nichols, 88
Dorothy Nina (Martin) Nichols, 88, passed away in Sandpoint, Idaho, on Friday, Oct. 6, 2006.
Harold Baughman, 83
Harold Baughman, 83, went to be with his Lord, Thursday, Oct. 5, 2006, in Sandpoint, Idaho.
Where are the visionaries on the proposed byway?
My husband and I boated into Sandpoint recently, we were going to enjoy a nice lunch and take a walk through town. As we entered the marina we saw several survey sticks in the middle of the boating channel, toward the boardwalk. We were shocked to see where the bypass will go; until we actually saw those survey markers and could visualize the whole thing; well, it just made us sick and sad.
Helen Chenoweth-Hage was a giant for individual ideals
In the wake of news that Helen Chenoweth-Hage was killed last Monday in Nevada, those who knew the former Idaho Congresswoman talked about her strength, her penetrating knowledge of history, and her staunch defense of conservative principles. Some credited her as the primary force behind the resurgence of the Republican Party in Idaho, where she took the party's helm in the '70s as its executive director and became U.S. Rep. Steven Symms' chief of staff. And some privately reviled her as paranoid, personally backward and even prejudiced.
Hold trio accountable for unconstitutional legislation
Rep. Butch Otter and Senators Craig and Crapo are back from Washington, having voted "yes" on the Military Commissions Act. This radical legislation undermines the constitutional right to a fair trial under the 5th and 6th Amendments. This act denies the accused access to evidence against him/her and allows use of secret and coerced evidence. It denies the right to a speedy trial, allowing detention virtually forever without being charged with any crime. It grants the Bush administration wide latitude in interpreting Geneva Convention mandates, a change that prominent GOP members have said will leave our military men and women in jeopardy as other countries follow. It abandons Habeas Corpus (the right to demand a showing of lawful grounds for detention) dating back to the Magna Carta (800 years).
Many, including Republicans, fought to protect our rights
If a couple of ding dongs from Dover want to call Republicans fascists, blind, and forgetful as to what the Constitution stands for, I say go for it, that is their right.
Saturday, October 7
No appeal method is taxation
without representation
CITY OF CLARK FORK
Notice of Public Hearing
Will the 'right to work' law drive the center to the left?
There is no doubt that if you had to identify the labor movement with one political party it would be the Democrats. Not exclusively, but certainly more often than not. In Idaho, one of the many "right to work" states, where Republicans rule the roost, unions are to management as the bear cub is to the honeycomb. A real threat to its autonomy and harmony.
Legislators' salaries should
be at minimum wage level
Friday, October 6
Sandpoint beats Northwest Christian in soccer match
SANDPOINT — Daniel Anderson scored on a penalty kick, and Alex Crossingham bent a free kick that bounced off the goalie to give Sandpoint a 2-1 victory over Northwest Christian in their final tune up before districts.
Thursday, October 5
EPA names Coldwater Creek as top retail green power purchaser
SANDPOINT — Coldwater Creek, one of the fastest-growing women's apparel retailers in the United States, today announced that it has been added to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's list of Top 10 retail green power purchasers in the Green Power Partnership.
Wednesday, October 4
Proposed tunnel plan won't ease traffic woes
OK, Mr. Potter, you want a tunnel? So may I ask what would be the point to that? Less noise maybe, no eyesore? As you said, the traffic study found that the bypass would meet capacity in 16 years. Wouldn't it be the same for this tunnel idea? Or do you have some plan for a magic tunnel that expands with traffic growth?
'Good Old Boy Networking' spinning byway findings
The Idaho Transportation Department has come up with a new consulting method called GOBN (Good Old Boy Networking) System. GOBN is accomplished by infiltrating various consulting firms with former high-ranking ITD "spingineers."
Tired of the talk? Vote them out
Blah, blah, blah, blah. Blah, blah, blah. Blah, blah, sob, sob, whine, whine — I'm tired of all the talk, whining and crying. Vote them out.
Informed votes critical part of a healthy, vibrant democracy
How are you going to decide for whom to vote on Nov. 7?
Tuesday, October 3
Bonner General readies for cancer center addition
Bonner General Hospital is getting ready for the upcoming construction of the North Idaho Cancer Center, Sandpoint Clinic. This week a buzz of anticipation was in the air as offices were moved to make room for the new facility.
Don't fall behind in winterizing your vehicle
Fall is here and winter is just around the corner. Car care in the winter is very important and most of us know that especially if you've had to walk a long distance in the rain or snow. Don't wait until it is too late. Schedule a tune-up and start the winterizing process. The following suggestion may help you get started:
Monday, October 2
Let your voices be heard regarding Hope annexation
Thank you, community of Hope, for letting your voices be heard regarding annexation of 60 acres above the cemetery. Your public comments at the City Council meetings on Sept. 13 and Sept. 21, 2006, spoke to legitimate concerns, as did your 103 signatures on the petition against annexation at this time.
Commissioners are to blame for assessments
An article written in the Daily Bee on Sept. 15, 2006, concerning the fact that property owners have no right to appeal our new property tax assessments. After reading the story, I was left wondering why a very important part of the story was left out — that being why we have no appeal rights. Bonner County Commissioner Karl Dye was quoted as saying, "We don't have to agree with it — it's wrong." What is very wrong is that our elected county commissioners decided not to do their job of hearing all the appeals, and instead threw up their hands, calling for a rollback to last year's assessments. The State Tax Commission, however, could not legally accept that proposal, which the commissioners had to know — if they did not, they would be very lacking in good sense and knowledge. We can appeal our new assessments but most likely would have very little chance of winning as the Idaho State Supreme Court ruled in a 1982 case that would could not appeal an assessment made by the State Tax Commission. So, by not doing their job, our county commissioners can now carry the weight of accountability of our present plight quite heavily upon their own shoulders, and I hope this is remembered when election time rolls around shortly.
Post Falls Eagles' plight demonstrates unfair law
Thank you, Post Falls Eagles.
Bartlett wins at Spokane Classic
Megan Bartlett won The Spokane Valley XC Classic on Saturday, with a PR time of 19:09. Vicky Vardell was 9th. The girls were 2nd overall and 1st in their division.
STOP exploring options to end property tax mess
This is an announcement for the members of Sensible Taxation of Property and all other Bonner County taxpaying residents. On Thursday, Oct. 5, at 7 p.m., we are holding an open meeting to discuss and plan our next move to halt our out-of-control property taxes.
Imlay nets hat trick in 4-0 win
POST FALLS — Senior Sebastian Imlay scored a hat trick of goals Saturday as the resurgent Bulldogs shut out Post Falls 4-0, avenging their first and only loss ever to the Trojans earlier in the season.
