Stories for December 2007

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Monday, December 31

December 31, 2007 8 p.m.

ITD should end parking on state highway route

This year is ending just as it has for the past half century. A bypass planned and nothing accomplished. All thanks to a small handful of people who believe the putrid mud pit that runs behind the Panida is a thing of beauty.

December 31, 2007 8 p.m.

Grant would be frivolous use of our tax dollars

Regarding the article "Film institute hopes to make city home," I am curious as to why the Department of Agriculture would award a grant for a film institute. Does the grant money come from taxes we pay to support the Department of Agriculture?

December 31, 2007 8 p.m.

U.S. can't be great with right-wing leadership

What Steve Brixen's thorough Dec. 27 guest opinion seems to suggest is that he wants more of George W. Bush. Besides honesty, the only difference between what Bush has done or tried to do and what Steve is looking for is dealing with illegal aliens.

December 31, 2007 8 p.m.

Work with, don't fight, ITD's Sand Creek route

It's going to happen, people. Just do it

December 31, 2007 8 p.m.

Resolve not to make New Year's resolutions

New Year's resolutions.

December 31, 2007 8 p.m.

Carla Marie Brown, 58

Carla Marie Brown, 58, wife of former county commissioner Gene Brown, passed away on Dec. 22, 2008, at Bonner General Hospital in Sandpoint, Idaho.She was born on Jan. 5, 1949, at Whidbey Island, Wash.Carla attended schools in southern California, graduating from Valencia High School in 1966. Her first job was managing Custom Art Press, which handled specialty publications. She was working as a legal secretary for attorney Mark B. Jones at her passing.Moving to Idaho in 1977, she and her husband dealt in mail order used and rare books. They later sold books at Foster's Crossing, then opened a large store in the old Safeway building across from the Sandpoint Library. Here people were greeted by their pet dachshund, Fritz, "the book store dog." When the hospital bought the building, they moved to their last location near Fourth and Poplar.Carla, under the encouragement of her mother Neoma and stepfather Mike Hough, a Pearl Harbor survivor who saw much combat in World War II, was an avid reader. To get youngsters into reading, Carla developed many programs which were of great help to local parents and teachers. For most of her life, she read at least one and often two books a day.She served two terms as chairman of the Bonner County Republican Central Committee. Under her leadership, this group won the first blue ribbons ever at the county fair … along with Republican candidates eventually gaining a majority for county and state elected positions.As a young girl, Carla became challenged by epilepsy. She never let this affect her goals or work performance in any way.Carla was preceded in death by her biological father, Bob Reathaford; her stepfather, Marshal N. "Mike" Hough; and her grandparents. She is survived by her mother, Neoma; a brother, Patrick; three sisters, Barbara, Kathy and Susan; and husband, Gene; along with several nieces and nephews.Her husband often said that a description of Carla could be found in the Bible at Proverbs 41. After an intense study of the Bible, she became a baptized Christian in December 1989.A memorial service for her will be held on Saturday, Jan. 5, 2008, at 4 p.m. in the sanctuary of the Seventh-day Adventist Church on West Pine Street.

Saturday, December 29

December 29, 2007 8 p.m.

New museum, CF scholarships make headlines

What a year is has been.

December 29, 2007 8 p.m.

Miracles do happen!

Miracles do happen! In an age of bitter political recrimination, a truly bipartisan bill has just been introduced in the US Congress by Senators Crapo (R-ID) and Baucus (D-MT). The Fee Repeal and Expanded Access Act (S. 2438) would roll back thousands of fees that Americans are being charged for mere access to their public lands.

December 29, 2007 8 p.m.

Alene (Burnett) Foster, 69

Alene (Burnett) Foster, 69, passed away in Vancouver, Wash., on Dec. 24, 2007.

December 29, 2007 8 p.m.

story distateful

Hunting story not about

Friday, December 28

December 28, 2007 8 p.m.

Lois K. Bond, 82

Lois K. Bond, 82, passed away on Thursday, Dec. 27, 2007, in Sandpoint, Idaho.

December 28, 2007 8 p.m.

Tenuto nets 15 as Bulldogs fall to Bellevue

CHENEY, Wash. — Alissa Tenuto scored a game-high 15 points, and Brittany Oakley added 11, but a cold-shooting first quarter proved too much to overcome as Sandpoint lost 55-45 to Bellevue, Wash., in the opener of the Cheney Tournament on Friday.

December 28, 2007 8 p.m.

Spend new year in the past 'just one more time'

Folks, this year I am not going to waste my time making New Year's resolutions. I am just going to live with my character defects for; after all, some of them do have character.

Thursday, December 27

December 27, 2007 8 p.m.

Shanon Lee Renae Johnson, 17

Shanon Lee Renae Johnson, 17, passed away in Sandpoint, Idaho, on Wednesday, Dec. 26, 2007

December 27, 2007 8 p.m.

Gertrude Lorraine (Reed) Brown, 79

Gertrude Lorraine (Reed) Brown, 79, passed away in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, on Dec. 24, 2007.

Evergreen Realty agents donate to Habitat
December 27, 2007 8 p.m.

Evergreen Realty agents donate to Habitat

For the second year, agents of Evergreen Realty in Sandpoint and Schweitzer elected to donate a portion of each of their commissions to support the local Idaho Panhandle Habitat for Humanity.

Wednesday, December 26

December 26, 2007 8 p.m.

Account established to help Gene Brown

As so often happens this time of year, the joy of Christmas and the anticipation of the new year is marred by tragedy and loss.

December 26, 2007 8 p.m.

Gagnon and Quinn in first after Rail Jam #1

SANDPOINT — Sandpoint skiers Josh Gagnon and Ali Quinn won the men's and women's categories, respectively, as more than 60 skiers and snowboarders competed in the Shot in the Dark Rail Jam #1, the first event in a three-part series at Schweitzer last Friday.

December 26, 2007 8 p.m.

No new taxes

That "black hole" of property taxation, LPOSD, is back again planning in 2008 to extract $18.3 million in plant facilities levy from its "money tree," we property owners. Look through the smoke and mirrors of LPOSD's upcoming propaganda deluge. Vote "no" as in 2006. LPOSD must learn to make do with existing resources just like the rest of us!

December 26, 2007 8 p.m.

Project seeks to end meth use

There has never been a drug as powerful, addictive and quick to destroy lives as methamphetamine.

December 26, 2007 8 p.m.

Help spay or neuter county's stray cats

It is so heartwarming this time of year to see how many people open their hearts (and pursestrings) for those less fortunate. We have many poor and hungry families, some parentless, and homebound and homeless, too.

Tuesday, December 25

December 25, 2007 8 p.m.

Lifestyle change best treatment for heartburn, GERD

Too many of us are familiar with the discomfort of heartburn symptoms — especially this time of year when overeating and rich foods can cause our digestive systems to rebel.

Monday, December 24

December 24, 2007 8 p.m.

Vote against increases to property taxes

They're at it again, another property "tax" increase by those who are not accountable to taxpayers. Yep same old bunch of tax (levy, bond, assessment, etc.) and spend LPOSD who think all they have to do is wave their "tax" wand and property owners and renters (that's right, renters) will pay up.

December 24, 2007 8 p.m.

It's up to us to stop Sand Creek route

Consider this, I, like so many others, grew up on the banks of Sand Creek and have a certain reverence for this place.

Saturday, December 22

December 22, 2007 8 p.m.

Friend seeks help for struggling resident

It always amazes me of the generosity of the people in Bonner County. When there is a need, they help.

December 22, 2007 8 p.m.

There are many ways to celebrate this time of year

Our ancient ancestors recognized that this is a special time of year when the days start lengthening and the sun begins to regain its former glory. This season of the winter solstice has been celebrated throughout history as a period of renewal and hope for the future.

December 22, 2007 8 p.m.

Unwrap your Christmas memories and share them

My siblings blame me for spoiling that Christmas.

December 22, 2007 8 p.m.

Grandma got run over by a pickup truck

Grandma got run over by a pickup

Friday, December 21

December 21, 2007 8 p.m.

Bulldogs upend Mt. Baker in non-league play

CRANBROOK, B.C. — Plying under the international rules in Canada and with 10 minute quarters, the Bulldogs got to run and gun like an NBA team, upending Mt. Baker 95-85 in frenetic non-league boys basketball action Thursday night in Cranbrook, B.C.

December 21, 2007 8 p.m.

Until power house, Christmas lights couldn't shine

Twas the week before Christmas, when all through the house, every light was left burning, both inside and out.

December 21, 2007 8 p.m.

Ian Daniel Kinne, 7 weeks old

Ian Daniel Kinne, 7 weeks old, passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 19, 2007, in Kootenai, Idaho.

Thursday, December 20

December 20, 2007 8 p.m.

Trio lead Bulldogs at Best of the West

PASCO, Wash. — Will Hughes (130 pounds), Sid Winter (135) and Leonard Fister (145) each went 5-0 to lead Sandpoint as the Best in the West Daul Meet Tournament wrapped up Thursday in Pasco, Wash.

Wednesday, December 19

December 19, 2007 8 p.m.

Clark Fork students, teachers are a class act

How cool is Clark Fork High School's selection as one of the top high schools in the United States?

December 19, 2007 8 p.m.

Alta Louise Leech, 95

Alta Louise Leech, 95, passed peacefully away on Dec. 11, 2007, in Sandpoint, Idaho where she had lived for many years. She was surrounded by family and friends.

December 19, 2007 8 p.m.

Short-handed Bulldogs split first two duals at Best in the West Meet

PASCO, Wash. — It was a bittersweet day for the Sandpoint wrestling team during the first day of the Best of the West Dual meet Wednesday in Pasco, Washington. Bitter in that injuries have thinned the Bulldogs' roster, costing them precious forfeit points in dual format, and sweet in that when the Bulldogs did take the mat, they won the majority of their matches.

December 19, 2007 8 p.m.

Angela Marie (Bond) Johnson, 42

Angela Marie (Bond) Johnson, 42, passed away on Monday, Dec. 17, 2007, in Sandpoint, Idaho, following complications from heart surgery.

December 19, 2007 8 p.m.

Lakeside defeats Wampus Cats

CLARK FORK — Rian Miller posted a double double, capitalizing on second chance points on the offensive glass to lead Lakeside to a 49-36 win over Clark Fork in North Star League action Tuesday night in Clark Fork.

December 19, 2007 8 p.m.

Wilma Ruth Dunkel, 88

Wilma Ruth Dunkel, 88, passed away in Sandpoint, Idaho, on Saturday, Dec. 15, 2007.

December 19, 2007 8 p.m.

Increased fees are not fair, they're just easier

Mr. Keyes believes increasing car registration fees is a no-brainer. Let's look a little closer.

December 19, 2007 8 p.m.

Celebrate Christmas, not the holiday season

I am so disgusted. The PC police are everywhere, yet they are all intents and purposes, according to every poll I have seen, and everyone I hear from they are but a minute fraction of the public.

December 19, 2007 8 p.m.

Crosswalk trial is postponed

SANDPOINT — A city official accused of angrily confronting a Sandpoint family in a Fifth Avenue crosswalk after nearly hitting them with his vehicle is now scheduled to be early tried next year.

Tuesday, December 18

December 18, 2007 8 p.m.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

On April 10, 2008, at the hour of 11:00am, of said day, at At the front entrance of first american title company, 419 N 2nd Street, Sandpoint, Idaho, First American Title Insurance Company, as trustee, will sell at public auction, to the highest bidder, for cash, cashier's check drawn on a State or National Bank, a check drawn by a State or Federal Credit Union, or a check drawn by a State or Federal Savings and Loan Association, Savings Association, or Savings Bank, all payable at the time of sale, the following described real property, situated in the County of Bonner, state of Idaho, and described as follows, to wit: The west half of the northwest quarter of the northeast quarter of section 17, township 54 north, range 4 west, boise meridian Bonner county, idaho, excepting therefrom county road right of way along the north line thereof. Commonly known as 3763 Spirit Lake Cutoff Road Spirit Lake Id 83869. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, 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 Kevin L. Harken, A Married Man, As His Sole and Separate Property as Grantor, to First American Title, as Trustee, for the benefit and security of National City Mortgage Co Dba Accumortgage. as Beneficiary, recorded June 27, 2001, as Instrument No. 583754, Mortgage records of Bonner County, Idaho. 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 this sale is to be made is: Failure to pay the monthly payment due august 1, 2007 of principal and interest and subsequent installments due thereafter; plus late charges; together with all subsequent sums advanced by beneficiary pursuant to the terms and conditions of said deed of trust. The estimated balance owing as of this date on the obligation secured by said deed of trust is $114,152.88, including interest, costs and expenses actually incurred in enforcing the obligation thereunder or in this sale, and trustee's fees and/or reasonable attorney's fees as authorized in the promissory note secured by the aforementioned Deed of Trust. First American Title Insurance Company C/o Cal-western Reconveyance Corporation P.O. Box 22004 El Cajon Ca 92022-9004 (800)546-1531 Dated: December 03, 2007 First American Title Insurance Company Signature/By Kathleen Mayerle. R-158777

December 18, 2007 8 p.m.

Vikings upset Bulldogs in IEL play

COEUR d'ALENE — Andrew Prohaska tallied 13 points and five steals, but the Coeur d'Alene Vikings used a balanced attack to upend the Bulldogs in Inland Empire League play on Monday night.

December 18, 2007 8 p.m.

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 Pend Oreille Bonner Development, LLC, Attn. Chuck Reeves of 151 Clubhouse Way - Sandpoint, ID 83864 made application to construct a 126 slip community dock facility, restore the shoreline to original configuration and eliminate an old boat basin which will consist of excavation and filling, construct a 250' fixed breakwater and reconstruct the outlet of Trestle Creek to improve fish passage. The facility will be known as the Idaho Club - Lakeside. Located on Lake Pend Oreille, Idaho adjacent to: Section 21, Township 57 North, Range 1 East; B.M., in Bonner County.

December 18, 2007 8 p.m.

NOTICE OF FILING DEADLINE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN: That declarations of candidacy for the office of Director #4 and Director #5 of the Bayview Water and Sewer District must be filed with district clerk/secretary whose address is P.O. Box 637 Bayview, ID 83803 no later than 5:00 p.m. on the 28th day of December, 2007.

December 18, 2007 8 p.m.

Bloodmobile coming to town to help give the gift of life

What are you giving for Christmas this year? Let's see … I'm giving Christmas cookies, toys, clothes and blood. Blood? Yes, blood!

December 18, 2007 8 p.m.

Teresa Coen, 63

Teresa Coen, 63, passed away in Sandpoint, Idaho, on Monday, Dec. 17, 2007.

December 18, 2007 8 p.m.

Donald Alexander

Donald Alexander, resident of Clark Fork, was born in Fitchburg, Mass., on Sept. 1, 1921, and passed away in Sandpoint, Idaho, on Dec. 12, 2007.

December 18, 2007 8 p.m.

Notice of Hearing on Name Change

Case No: CV2007-02092

December 18, 2007 8 p.m.

Handy tips cover a wide variety of cleaning questions

Last week, I received several calls that covered a wide range of subjects. So, in this week's column, I thought I would share with the reading audience some of the tips I gave to various callers.

Monday, December 17

December 17, 2007 8 p.m.

Be informed, involved as legislators head to work

This coming legislative session will be one that will separate the statesmen (or women) from the politicians.

December 17, 2007 8 p.m.

Western route would do more harm than good

Wow, Mr. Lewis, I didn't think there were many out there still peddling that tired old refrain about a western route. Several things: It would be over a $1 billion at today's dollars. Then there are the five, count them, five good size wetlands in the way that the big environmental boys would be most interested in protecting.

December 17, 2007 8 p.m.

Margaret Ellen (Peggy) Winner, 82

Margaret Ellen (Peggy) Winner, 82, fell asleep in the arms of Jesus, at the Beehive Care Home in Kootenai, Idaho on Tuesday, Dec. 11, 2007.

December 17, 2007 8 p.m.

Prosecutors should not give countless plea deals

As Bonner County residents, we should be outraged at the countless plea bargains given to the areas sex offenders. Is there a greater crime than molesting one of our children or raping one of our citizens?

December 17, 2007 8 p.m.

Vikings roll past Sandpoint

COEUR d'ALENE — Kama Griffitts and Amy Warbrick scored 15 points each and the No. 1 Coeur d'Alene Vikings rolled past Sandpoint in Inland Empire League play.

December 17, 2007 8 p.m.

Holland nabs fourth

TELLURIDE, Colo. — Sandpoint's Nate Holland finished fourth overall in the first round of the Jeep King of the Mountain Snowboard Cross (SBX) Series Sunday in Telluride, Colorado.

Saturday, December 15

December 15, 2007 8 p.m.

Recycling needed at Clark Fork Dumpsters

One rainy dark day this fall, in my usual doom and gloom about approaching winter, (sorry snow fans) and the garden and yard wrapped up, in my never-ending quest to at least do one useful thing every winter, I decide after 69 years on this planet, to stop filling up landfills and start recycling in earnest.

December 15, 2007 8 p.m.

Community supports little school with the big heart

Northside Elementary School has been operating in Bonner County for over 50 years. The campus, community and families are still much as they were back then, having educated many generations of longtime rural Bonner County families. Northside prides itself on the quality and kindness of its students, and the dedication and support of its staff, volunteers, families and community.

December 15, 2007 8 p.m.

Funds sought for Sagle woman

SANDPOINT — Jessica Rigby is hoping for a Christmas miracle.

December 15, 2007 8 p.m.

Visitor trashes city, local laws

On Saturday, Dec. 8 at approximately 11:15 a.m., I was southbound on Highway 95 when I observed the most blatant act of littering that I've ever seen. I was behind a silver, four-dour BMW with Washington state plates.

December 15, 2007 8 p.m.

I experienced something on Dec. 8 which grieves me.

I believe that some in our society need to be taught to differentiate between greed and need. It used to be that the good outweighed the bad. Not so anymore.

Friday, December 14

December 14, 2007 8 p.m.

Two jailed on drug charges

SANDPOINT — Two men were arrested late Wednesday after drug agents raided their west Sandpoint apartment and found cocaine, methadone and more than several pounds of marijuana.

December 14, 2007 8 p.m.

Naomi Louise Ulen, 86

Naomi Louise Ulen, 86, passed away in Sandpoint, Idaho, on Thursday, Dec. 13, 2007.

December 14, 2007 8 p.m.

Donald Alexander

Donald Alexander, resident of Clark Fork, was born in Fitchburg, Mass., on Sept. 21, 1921, and passed away in Sandpoint, Idaho, on Dec. 12, 2007.

December 14, 2007 8 p.m.

Pend Oreille Lodge offered luxurious comfort

Folks, I have been sort of snowed and iced in for a few days. I think I would have had a fearful bout of cabin fever if it had not been for the ability to sit and think. And that is what I have been doing a lot of — just thinking about places I would like to re-visit. Places like Taft's and the little cafe in Harold's. It was worth fighting all the smoke just to get one of Harold's toasted ham and cheese sandwiches. I would like to re-visit the Dolphin House, the first building in Sandpoint that was constructed to be used as a school.

Thursday, December 13

December 13, 2007 8 p.m.

Ernest Cecil 'Ernie/Nick' Nicholson, 58

Ernest Cecil "Ernie/Nick" Nicholson, 58, passed away on Tuesday, Dec. 11, 2007, at his home in Sandpoint, Idaho, surrounded by his grateful family.

December 13, 2007 8 p.m.

Bulldogs head to wrestling tourney

Will Hughes (130 pounds), Sid Winter (135), Leonard Fister (145) and Sam Sisson (145) figure to lead Sandpoint and compete for a place at Tri-State, no easy accomplishment with the level of competition.

Wednesday, December 12

December 12, 2007 8 p.m.

ITD's Sand Creek plan is outdated

What was/is the Idaho Department of Transportation thinking? A byway in Sand Creek? In spite of the obvious reason that highways are placed away from water; in spite of the looming loss of precious animal habitat; in spite of the obvious loss to the community of a potential park, a green belt, a sanctuary, even commercial development would be preferable to an ugly, noisy, and dirty three lane freeway. Why?

December 12, 2007 8 p.m.

Winter cellphone use near schools gets an 'F'

Snow isn't something new in these parts. Neither is looking out for neighbors.

December 12, 2007 8 p.m.

Daily Bee, city need to show us the comp plan

The managing editor of the Daily Bee asks us to be wise enough and unselfish enough to embrace a document that reflects the dreams and wishes of those who want things we do not. But what does the comp plan look like? Has the Bee printed the map in their paper so the citizens can see how they are affected? Has the Bee printed the map in their paper so the citizens know whether major change is happening in their neighborhood? Or does the Bee want us to compromise with what an out-of-town firm and a few select people guided by this firm have in store for our town?

December 12, 2007 8 p.m.

Annie Cecilia Carlson, 86

Annie Cecilia Carlson, 86, passed away in Sandpoint, Idaho, on Wednesday, Dec. 12, 2007.

December 12, 2007 8 p.m.

Leigh Erland Hansen

Leigh Erland Hansen died Tuesday, Dec. 11, 2007, at Life Care nursing home in Sandpoint, Idaho, at the age of 94.

December 12, 2007 8 p.m.

Commercial district doesn't need expansion

I am a lifelong resident of Sandpoint; my husband has lived here since 1962. We see no need to expand the commercial area into the current residential areas as proposed by the city's new comprehensive plan. We have many beautiful old buildings downtown; we need more retail shops there, instead of real estate offices. People might shop downtown and not go out north to the big box stores.

Tuesday, December 11

December 11, 2007 8 p.m.

Nancy Singleton, 71

Nancy Singleton, 71, passed away in Sandpoint, Idaho, on Wednesday, Dec. 5, 2007. She was a lifetime Sandpoint area resident.

December 11, 2007 8 p.m.

Vera McMahon, 69

Vera McMahon, 69, passed away in Sandpoint, Idaho, on Wednesday, Dec. 5, 2007.

December 11, 2007 8 p.m.

Vitamin D deficiency too common in our climate

For many years, Vitamin D has been a known cure for rickets, once common in young children and now rare. More recently, it has been shown to help boost calcium absorption in the body, preventing or slowing osteoporosis. Now, vitamin D deficiency has also been linked to other chronic conditions such as autoimmune disease (multiple sclerosis, for example) and even some forms of cancer.

December 11, 2007 8 p.m.

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 Pend Oreille Bonner Development, LLC, Attn. Chuck Reeves of 151 Clubhouse Way - Sandpoint, ID 83864 made application to construct a 126 slip community dock facility, restore the shoreline to original configuration and eliminate an old boat basin which will consist of excavation and filling, construct a 250' fixed breakwater and reconstruct the outlet of Trestle Creek to improve fish passage. The facility will be known as the Idaho Club - Lakeside. Located on Lake Pend Oreille, Idaho adjacent to: Section 21, Township 57 North, Range 1 East; B.M., in Bonner County.

December 11, 2007 8 p.m.

Group gives money to PSNI, Head Start

Panhandle Special Needs and Sandpoint Head Start are the recipients of unexpected Christmas gifts from the Community Assistance League.

Monday, December 10

December 10, 2007 8 p.m.

Let's work together to revamp Comp Plan

Growth is going to happen. It's right up there with death as taxes on the inevitability scale.

December 10, 2007 8 p.m.

Do you know how plan will impact your street?

Residents of Sandpoint, do you know how our city's proposed Comprehensive Plan could potentially affect your neighborhood? Are you willing to see many of Sandpoint's neighborhoods opened to commercial use? Would you like a "commercial neighborhood zone" on your block? How about a "dynamic mixing of land uses" in your neighborhood?

December 10, 2007 8 p.m.

Crews needs to sand city streets earlier

Sandpoint a walking town? Driving town? I think not!

December 10, 2007 8 p.m.

Mandatory community service is oxymoron

Sound like an oxymoron to you? Well, it is. Many organizations centered around something other than community service require hours of volunteer work. Even some schools require volunteer work to graduate. Many people view community service as something they "need" to do, but the definition of volunteer is literally to offer oneself to perform a service willingly and without pay. Being forced to work without pay doesn't exactly fall under this definition. Genuine community service is valuable and really makes a difference in the community. However, this value is lost when community service turns into forced drudgery that looks good on college entrance forms. I believe community service should be an act from the heart and is something to be proud of.

December 10, 2007 8 p.m.

Eleana Shelene Harp

Eleana Shelene Harp, infant daughter of Bobby and Katie Harp, passed away Friday, Dec. 7, 2007 in Sandpoint, Idaho.

December 10, 2007 8 p.m.

Vera McMahon, 69

Vera McMahon, 69, passed away in Sandpoint, Idaho, on Wednesday, Dec. 5, 2007.

Saturday, December 8

December 8, 2007 8 p.m.

Don't throw away old to make room for the new

It has recently come to light that in the process of revising the city's Comprehensive Plan, there is a proposed plan to change the zoning and reclassify the uses of several neighborhoods — several of them historic in nature — from residential to mixed use of greater density and commercial use.

December 8, 2007 8 p.m.

City's neighborhoods are being threatened

My family and I have lived on Garden Street here in Sandpoint for more than 20 years. Along with our neighbors, we have watched with dismay as a three-story monstrosity is being constructed just across Olive to the east of us. We have now learned that the proposed Sandpoint Comprehensive Plan would, in fact, downsize our existing Residential B neighborhood so that the same type of eyesore being built on Olive could be built on our own street. We live on a quiet, dead-end street and never in our wildest dreams thought that such a thing might be allowed right next door to us.

December 8, 2007 8 p.m.

Panhandle Special Needs needs community's help

Panhandle Special Needs Inc. is a local facility that day by day helps improve the lives of persons with disabilities in our community. These people face challenges their entire lives that we can only imagine. They are often made to feel "less than," ignored, made fun of, and generally ostracized and not given the chance to prove their value. Within the walls of PSNI, life opens up for them and they are loved, respected, trained to work, communicate, learn skills that they need to become active, participating members of this community.

Friday, December 7

December 7, 2007 8 p.m.

Case No. CV-2007-01943

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

December 7, 2007 8 p.m.

Clark Fork ranked No. 4 in 1A state rankings

SANDPOINT — Seniors Mike Martin and Drew Wilkinson combined for 42 points to pace the Clark Fork varsity to a 69-39 win over Sandpoint's JV in non-league boys basketball action Thursday night at Les Rogers Court.

December 7, 2007 8 p.m.

ORDINANCE NO. 9.

2006-2007a

December 7, 2007 8 p.m.

Defense carries Cats to upset of Badgers

CLARK FORK — Clark Fork used physical defense and timely scoring to erase an 11 point third quarter deficit and register a mild upset over 3A Bonners Ferry Thursday night in non-league girls basketball action in Clark Fork.

December 7, 2007 8 p.m.

LEGAL NOTICE OF

PUBLIC HEARING

December 7, 2007 8 p.m.

Notice of Trustee's Sale Idaho Code 45-1506

Today's date: November 16, 2007 File No.: 7023.14295 Sale date and time (local time): March 19, 2008 at 10:00 AM Sale location: in the office of First American Title Company, 419 North 2nd Avenue, Sandpoint, ID 83864 Property address: 314 South Boyer Sandpoint, ID 83864 Successor Trustee: Northwest Trustee Services, Inc., an Idaho Corporation P.O. Box 997 Bellevue, WA 98009 (425) 586-1900 Deed of Trust information Original grantor: Jennifer Dillon, an unmarried woman Original trustee: Pioneer Title Company of Ada County Original beneficiary: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Recording date: July 11, 2005 Recorder's instrument number: 681310 County: Bonner Sum owing on the obligation: as of November 16, 2007: $202,283.90 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: Lot 4, Block 5 of Southmayd's McKinney and Wilson's Addition to Sandpoint, according to the plat thereof, recorded in Book 1 of Plats, Page 53, records of Bonner County, Idaho. The sale is subject to conditions, rules and procedures as described at the sale and which can be reviewed at

December 7, 2007 8 p.m.

Notice of Hearing on Name Change

Case No. CV-2007-01985

December 7, 2007 8 p.m.

Maudie Moyle, 96

Maudie Moyle, 96, (formerly of Sagle, Idaho) died Friday, Dec. 7, 2007, at Mountain View Manor in Eureka, Mont.

December 7, 2007 8 p.m.

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 Roger and Janice Best dba Jeb and Margaret's Trailer Haven of 298 Trailer Haven Road - Hope, ID 83836 made application to install H pile and 4 concrete panels, construct and reconfigure marina docks, install 479' of steel and lumber breakwater, excavate fringes of boat basins, install 300' of riprap for erosion control and improve existing launch and access ramps in 2 existing boat basins. Located on Lake Pend Oreille, Idaho adjacent to: Section 16 & 21, Township 57 North, Range 1 East; B.M., in Bonner County.

December 7, 2007 8 p.m.

Notice of Trustee's

Sale Loan

Thursday, December 6

Schweitzer opens for season
December 6, 2007 8 p.m.

Schweitzer opens for season

SANDPOINT — It's limited, but at least it's an opening.

December 6, 2007 8 p.m.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

(I.C. 15-3-801)

December 6, 2007 8 p.m.

BONNER COUNTY

BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS' MEETING

December 6, 2007 8 p.m.

Carol Pedersen, 76

Carol Pedersen, 76, passed away in Sandpoint, Idaho, on Wednesday, Dec. 5, 2007.

December 6, 2007 8 p.m.

Hughes, Winter lead Sandpoint wrestling team

CHATTAROY, Wash. — Will Hughes and Sid Winter each registered two pins as Sandpoint split duals with Colville and Riverside Wednesday night at Riverside High School.

December 6, 2007 8 p.m.

Gloria Jean Pietsch

Gloria Jean Pietsch passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 5, 2007, in Las Vegas, Nev., after a long battle with Alzheimer's disease. She was 74.

Wednesday, December 5

December 5, 2007 8 p.m.

Lake City overwhelms Bulldogs

COEUR d'ALENE — The defending 5A state champion Lake City Timberwolves jumped out to a 16-8 lead, then held Sandpoint to 10 points combined for the remaining three quarters to win their Inland Empire League game with the Bulldogs (1-4, 0-1 IEL).

December 5, 2007 8 p.m.

Soldiers' sacrifices led to today's peace

My name is Freedom W. Watson and I am a Life Scout and am working on my Eagle Scout rank. I also attend Sandpoint High School.

December 5, 2007 8 p.m.

Real estate community not to blame for law

Normally I would not respond to such an outlandish and inaccurate letter but, as a real estate professional and a member of the Selkirk Association MLS Board, I felt it was important to correct some of the misinformation in Bob Wynhausen's letter on Dec. 4.

December 5, 2007 8 p.m.

Take it slow, easy and enjoy winter wonderland

This week was a walk down memory lane for me, especially when I woke up with two feet of snow on the flat and it was still snowing.

December 5, 2007 8 p.m.

SSA unveils new logo

The Sandpoint Soccer Association has a new logo, which will grace all new soccer jerseys beginning next year. Recently, a contest was held in hopes that one of their own soccer players would create a new logo for the SSA Youth League.

December 5, 2007 8 p.m.

Paul Deckers, 76

Paul Deckers, 76, passed away on Sunday, Nov. 11, 2007, at his home in Sagle, Idaho.

December 5, 2007 8 p.m.

Make holiday season merry and bright for all

Empty bellies. Cold homes. Threadbare clothes.

December 5, 2007 8 p.m.

Americans need to demand action on protocol

I find it interesting that new Prime Minister Kevin Rudd of Australia will sign the Kyoto Protocol on global warming, leaving only the United States as the only industrialized nation not to have joined it.

Tuesday, December 4

December 4, 2007 8 p.m.

NOTICE OF HEARING ON CREATION OF LOCAL

IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT

December 4, 2007 8 p.m.

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

The Board of Bonner County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, December 18, 2007 at 2:30 PM at the Bonner County Courthouse located at 215 South First Avenue, Sandpoint, Idaho, 83864 to hear public comment on the adoption of a county-wide real estate sales disclosure ordinance.

December 4, 2007 8 p.m.

Seasonal Affective Disorder is common in the region

When the days grow shorter and sunlight gets more and more sparse, people living in northern climates like ours can become affected by seasonal affective disorder (SAD). The National Institute of Health estimates that more than 36 million Americans are affected by SAD every year.

December 4, 2007 8 p.m.

CITY OF CLARK FORK

Notice of Public Hearing

Monday, December 3

December 3, 2007 8 p.m.

Let's treat each other with kindness, respect

I have lived in Sandpoint for over 25 years and am worried about the current personality trend. Last weekend, while making our way around Sandpoint after the Sunday snow dumping, my partner and I, once again experienced the rudeness that has plagued Sandpoint.

December 3, 2007 8 p.m.

Logic is still on the blink on Fifth Avenue

Now that somebody has been killed attempting to cross Fifth Avenue at night, it is remarkable Idaho Transportation Department traffic signals on the street toggle to blink mode after hours.

December 3, 2007 8 p.m.

Don't give real estate folks special treatment

I find some of the hand wringing over real estate sales price disclosure a little hard to believe. Yes, I understand the tactics of opponents who tell us that the sky will begin falling if we adopt full disclosure. It's a classic technique — set up a straw man, tell us how scary he is, and then tell us how to knock him down. In this case, some tell us that full disclosure will hamstring the real estate market.

December 3, 2007 8 p.m.

Fern June Herman, 76

Fern June Herman, 76, entered into rest on Nov. 29, 2007, in Spokane Washington.

December 3, 2007 8 p.m.

County deserves thanks for armory support

As the Adjutant General for Idaho, I want to express my appreciation to the Bonner County Commission. This past Wednesday, on Nov. 28, the commission authorized the Idaho National Guard to begin a process that will eventually lead to a new readiness center (armory) near the Sandpoint Airport.

Saturday, December 1

December 1, 2007 8 p.m.

Next time you see a vet, be sure to say thank you

I want to thank the veterans for serving our country. They faced the enemy to protect our freedoms. To deal with the hardships and the brutality of war must have been a struggle and they deserve our respect. They faced every type of violent action, gas bombs, you name it. They saw their friends die beside them. Even now, they have to deal with roadside bombs and weapons that can kill miles away. Servicemen and women coming back from Iraq have to be reintroduced into U.S. society so they don't have to worry about the trash on the side of the street exploding.

December 1, 2007 8 p.m.

Ron Paul's popularity is no coincidence

I would like to thank the Bonner County Daily Bee for front-paging the article "Paul popular pick in Bonner County."

December 1, 2007 8 p.m.

Joseph Duncan to plead guilty in kidnapping, deaths

BOISE, (AP) — Joseph Edward Duncan III, who has been charged with kidnapping two north Idaho children in 2005 and killing one of them, is scheduled to enter a guilty plea on Monday in federal court.