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Worked together or be kicked out of office

Tea party candidates were soundly defeated in the Republican primary in North Idaho. This in one of the most Republican states in the country. You can’t even get a Democrat elected as dog catcher in North Idaho.

Winkler's behavior not typical of area

As a 30-year Idaho resident and the state’s staff representative for equal rights advocacy organization Pride Foundation, I was saddened to read about Bonner County sheriff candidate Shaun Winkler’s cross-burning activities and affiliation with the Ku Klux Klan. His actions are offensive and discriminatory, and unacceptable in a potential law enforcement leader.

Eric Holder is worst AG in my lifetime

Upon attaining attorney general for this administration, the Department of Justice put three Navy SEALs on trial for punching a terrorist in the stomach during his capture (Ahmed Abed had previously killed, burned and hung the bodies of four Americans from a bridge in Iraq). Then came the inability to discern voter intimidation via Black Panthers (it’s intimidation whether by the KKK or the BP). There was a desire to try 9/11 mastermind KSM in New York City — the WTC memorial, museum and rebuilding will be completed before these “man-caused disasters” see justice. The DOJ filed suit against an Illinois school on behalf of teacher Safoorah Khan for religious discrimination, when after nine months on the job, she desired a three-week leave to visit Mecca and the school board nixed it. And, of course, suing the state of Arizona on immigration law, all the while ignoring the many “sanctuary cities.”

Cvitanich gets a 'super' goodbye

SANDPOINT — Bittersweet sentiment ruled the room Wednesday as residents said their farewells to Lake Pend Oreille School District Superintendent Dick Cvitanich.

Life on the plantation, North Idaho style

Ah life on the ‘ole plantation, North Idaho-style.

Trial ordered in rape case

SANDPOINT — A Sandpoint man was ordered Wednesday to stand trial on allegations that he raped a teenage girl in 1997.

Local runners shine in Cd'A Marathon and Half Marathon

COEUR d’ALENE — Sandpoint sophomore distance runner Sam Levora clocked a 1:18.17 to finish fifth among more than 500 male runners on Sunday during the half marathon portion of the Coeur d’Alene Marathon, which featured more than 2,500 runners overall.

Fair helps students explore career options

SANDPOINT — The high school library transformed into a series of visions for the future Wednesday morning as students held their yearly reverse career fair.

Rewriting our history would be a mistake

I’ve often asked myself this question: Why is it that the average person desiring more rights, social justice and equality through socialism can’t figure out that they inevitably create a state that ends up controlling their lives?

Locals shine at Hershey Track and Field Meet

SANDPOINT — A host of local youth track athletes fared well at the Hershey’s Track and Field Meet recently at Sandpoint High School.

Hepatitis is more common than you think

Hepatitis is one of those diseases that none of us thinks we’ll ever get, but truth of the matter is that it’s more common than we think and we’re all susceptible to one of its forms. And most of us are aware of the stigmas attached.

Area firefighters hold food drive

SANDPOINT —This Saturday promises to be a big one for young and old alike, thanks to the local firefighters.

Intercity bus options mulled

SANDPOINT — Attendance was limited but productive at a Friday transportation meeting regarding two proposed bus routes.

MMA action hot and heavy at Sandpoint Standoff

SANDPOINT — Punches, kicks, holds and legal elbows that led to some blood all let Saturday night’s Sandpoint Standoff live up to the Livin’ Guilty 9 name — after a plethora of guilty pleasures and great mixed martial arts action was presented to a near packed house at the Bonner County Fairgrounds.

Kidnapping victim escapes from car's trunk

NEWPORT — In a made-for-television moment, a kidnapped man forced into the trunk of a car in Montana freed himself on a Pend Oreille County highway early Sunday, leading to two arrests.

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Memorial Day events honor region's vets

COEUR d’ALENE — Memorial Day for Chickie Berry is painful.

Documents are amendable, not 'living'

Jason Benell’s letter to the editor (Daily Bee, April 10) denigrated our Founding Fathers and their draft of our Constitution and Bill of Rights.

Who will respond to call for selfless action?

Since returning from Afghanistan I have a few thoughts to share on the perceived struggles of the modern American. I submit for your consideration that our nation is comprised of standing generations who have cut their teeth and proven their worth continually in the face of adversity. Tragedy has always preceded our triumph; failure has always come before our success.

A tribute to nation's gallant warriors

This is a Memorial Day tribute to two fallen, but not forgotten American heroes.

Free tennis block party on tap at Travers Park

SANDPOINT — Sandpoint Parks and Recreation is offering a fun and free Tennis Block Party on Saturday, June 2, at Travers Park.

Fuel reduction project OK'd

PRIEST RIVER — A fuel reduction project combining timber harvest and prescribed burns has been approved by the U.S. Forest Service.

Group donates to caribou delisting fight

BONNERS FERRY — The outgoing Boundary County Republican Central Committee has donated $2,000 to the Pacific Legal Foundation to support Bonner County’s efforts to delist the woodland caribou.  

Carol Deaner named top chamber volunteer

SANDPOINT— The Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce recently Carol Deaner as May’s Volunteer of the Month for her service to the community.

Community features a 'foodie' culture

Living near Sandpoint I couldn’t relate to Michelle Obama when she spoke of food deserts. We have wonderful rich “foodie” culture here. Wonderful restaurants of which there are to many really good ones to mention, a farmers market, every grocery store has a little organic veggie section and two, count them, two stores dedicated to natural food, Truby’s and Winter Ridge. Myself, I grow about 4,000 square feet of organic garden. Many of us do have gardens here. And there are many small farmers around with wonderful food. Oh yeah, don’t forget our community garden. So relating to a food desert while living in a food paradise wasn’t easy.

Financial service business

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Mortgage Broker and Become a mortgage Broker

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Home Based Business

A home business (or "home-based business" or "HBB") is a small business that operates from the business owner's home office. In addition to location, home businesses are usually defined by having a very small number of employees, usually all immediate family of the business owner, in which case it is also a family business. Home businesses generally lack shop frontage, customer parking and street advertising signs. Such businesses are sometimes prohibited by residential zoning regulations.The prospect of working from home has gained credibility over the years. Home offices can now compete with small commercial businesses and save on rent in the process. Faxes, high speed internet connections, dedicated home telephone lines, and cell phones help to make a home-based business a reality. Earlier home businesses had been where families lived on the second floor of their house while converting the first floor into a store, whereupon close of business they would secure the first floor and retire to the upper floors. This type of home business is still done in some rural areas.The concept of homebased business, as opposed to the previous terminology of "cottage industry", first appeared in 1978. The phrase was coined by Marion Behr, the originator of a study to find out what businesses women throughout America were carrying on in their homes. The preview edition of Enterprising Women wrote about the search to gather information pertaining to home workers throughout the nation. Numerous magazines  and organizations helped to disseminate information regarding the study. Ultimately 40,000 letters were received, many indicating the problems the respondents experienced while carrying on businesses from their homes. The problems were analyzed and confronted in two ways. In 1980 the National Alliance of Homebased Businesswomen was founded to combat the isolation expressed by the respondents as well as to fight the laws which made conducting their businesses difficult. Then Women Working Home: The Homebased Guide and Directory by Marion Behr and Wendy Lazar was published.It contained the stories of many women who ran home-based businesses throughout the country in many diverse fields, as well as information on business formation, conduct and compliance with the law. It sold 50,000 copies. During this time many national magazines wrote about these issues.At the White House Conference on Small Business in 1986, one of the major resolutions was a recommendation favoring lifting restrictions on home-based business..CitiWide

Officials need to learn to play well with others

I have been watching with great interest the turmoil between the elected officials of Bonner County for just over a year. As a newcomer to North Idaho and Sandpoint, I don’t know all the issues, coalitions, alliances and friendships that have created this toxic atmosphere. However, as a recent escapee of the California governmental gulag, I can recognize a dysfunctional, ego-driven turf war being waged by bureaucrats who are not overly concerned with the best interests of the taxpayers they were elected to serve.

Absence of trucks will benefit the downtown

When it’s all settled and, with President Obama’s blessing, the piggy and cattle trucks will receive their invitation to vacate downtown. Then what will the aroma be? Money!

Hope Elementary secretary looks back on 40 years

HOPE — One thing can be said for this lakeside community — they sure know how to pick locations for their elementary school.

'Spudnation' should sever ties with others

In the Daily Bee (April 20), regarding the Sand Creek Byway, the following was reported:

Piggy hunt helps make 'cents' of finance lessons

SANDPOINT — High energy reigned last week at Sandpoint Charter School during the Horizon Credit Union’s famed Piggy Hunt.

Pickup truck driver acted irresponsibly

This letter is addressed to the guy driving a red pickup with a red canopy on it, who drove by me about 4 p.m. on Monday, April 23, in front of Artie’s in Kootenai and thought it was appropriate to come up behind me on my bicycle and honk his horn. Not only did he do that, when he could have pulled out wider in the turnout lane and gone around me but he pulled into the parking lot and jumped out of his truck to yell obscenities at me.

Bulldog boys land four on All-IEL baseball team

SANDPOINT — Sandpoint landed four seniors on the 4A All-Inland Empire League baseball team, which was voted on by the league’s coaches.

Childhood in Sandpoint filled with chores, family

(Today I want to share with you a portion of the interview done with Bud Moon, in his own words, during the making of the “Sandpoint Centennial” movie. It gives us a picture of earlier Sandpoint and the people who made it what it is today.)

Contest could net Mystic Farm a new vehicle

SAGLE — An act as simple as voting online could have a huge impact for the folks at Mystic Farm Wildlife Rescue.

Sacked Parsons worker seeks judgment

SANDPOINT — A former Parsons RCI employee who claims he was fired for blowing the whistle for reporting safety violations and sexual harassment of a coworker is moving for a default judgment against the Idaho Transportation Department.

City exploring parking ideas

SANDPOINT — The city is moving forward to develop plans for the future of the city parking lot.

County clouds home's title

SANDPOINT — Bonner County is clouding the title of a home allegedly built within a floodway and urging the landowners be evicted from the National Flood Insurance Program.

Idaho joins effort to get Kramer into Hall of Fame

BOISE — Members of the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio are among the most elite, recognizable and honored athletes of their time. They have been rewarded for their skill and dedication to the game, but the roster of Hall of Fame legends remains incomplete — one great player from the glory days of the Green Bay Packers is missing.

NIC moves into Sandpoint

SANDPOINT — Thursday morning represented a landmark moment for higher education in Bonner County.

Workshops help businesses get more social

SANDPOINT — There is an old proverb: “Give a man a fish and he won’t starve for a day. Teach a man how to fish and he won’t starve for his entire life.”

29 students disciplined for senior prank

SANDPOINT — Graduation requirements for 29 Sandpoint High School seniors just got a little steeper.

Watershed overlay ordinance drowns

SANDPOINT — Bonner County commissioners effectively rejected an ordinance Wednesday that was drafted to protect surface water quality.

Committeeman wrong to promote candidates

On Thursday, May 10, 2012, I received a letter from precinct committeeman Tim Chamberlain recommending and suggesting I vote for a slate of candidates in the primary. I feel that using his position in this manner is an ethics violation. His job is to get out the Republican vote. If he wants to promote certain candidates he should do it as an individual and not refer to his position.

Keep your pets safe by leaving them at home

We all are enjoying the warmth and sunshine. We also are enjoying getting out there with our pets.

Non-profit dedicated to education, freedom

In your May 13 editorial, you wrote, “We are worried the Idaho Freedom Foundation and the other folks who have funded (legislative candidate Pam) Stout’s campaign see her as a way to push their narrow agenda.” This statement, that IFF is involved in the financing of campaigns, is not correct. The Idaho Freedom Foundation is a 501(c)3 non-profit educational organization. The Idaho Freedom Foundation does not fund candidates or their opposition. IFF does not endorse candidates. We do not assist in the election or defeat of candidates for office.

LPOSD welcomes new superintendent

SANDPOINT — Shawn Woodward has a busy month ahead of him.

BCHRTF fetes human rights

SANDPOINT — The Bonner County Human Rights Task Force is back in a big way.

Why is DOJ giving pass to Wall Street?

All I seem to hear from my Democrat friends is big shot financiers this and Wall Street bankers that, and the Republicans who feed their greed with influence. They took big taxpayer bailouts while collecting piggish bonuses and the rest of us eat it with unemployment, rising gas prices, vanishing retirement plans, and out-of-control federal entitlement, pressuring an empty treasury.

SHS trio land All-IEL honors

SANDPOINT — Sandpoint seniors Maggie Kirscher, Kayanna Quigley and Laurel Presser were each named to the 4A All-Inland Empire League team, as voted on recently by league coaches.

Love joins Inland Forest Management

Long-time Idaho Department of Lands forester Bill Love recently joined the forestry staff of Inland Forest Management, Inc. (IFM), a Sandpoint consulting forestry company.

Prison ordered in shooting incident

SANDPOINT — A Bonner County man who was shot in an armed confrontation that a jury found he started was ordered Tuesday to serve up to 10 years in prison.

County takes up watershed overlay district

SANDPOINT — Bonner County commissioners are taking up a proposal today to protect one of the county’s most cherished assets.

New Dover Bridge opens to traffic

DOVER — The new U.S. Highway 2 bridge is now open to the motoring public, although work is still continuing on the project.

Is athlete's foot a pain? Here's how to treat it

The unofficial kick-off to summer begins next weekend and weather permitting we’ll all head out to the campgrounds, hiking and biking trails and into the lake or the neighbor’s backyard pool.

Sandpoint football program raises $50,000 in raffle

SANDPOINT — “The Bite is Back.”

Everyone is invited to human rights meeting

Although I typically do not condone publicizing the hateful antics of racist individuals or groups, in this case I applaud David Keyes’ decision to expose KKK member, Shaun Winkler. Mr. Winkler ran for the position of sheriff of Bonner County, an office which carries significant responsibilities. His credentials, qualifications, and philosophy should be revealed to voters who need to make informed decisions. If Mr. Winkler is burning crosses on his front yard, I surely want to know about it!

Sandpoint falls to Coeur d'Alene in NILL lacrosse championship

COEUR d’ALENE — A stellar defensive effort by the Sandpoint Club Lacrosse team kept the game close, but Coeur d’Alene did just enough to claim a 5-4 win in the North Idaho Lacrosse League championship game on Friday at Lake City High School.

Chamber honors Coffelt Funeral Service

SANDPOINT —  The Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce has named Coffelt Funeral Service as its Business of the Month for May.

If there's no audience, then there is no play

I am trying to look at the recent events with understanding. If a card-carrying KKK member runs for sheriff, then this is an event that should and does receive national coverage with the press? Realistically, we all know, including the candidate, that there is no way that he will ever be elected and this is a stunt to get attention. And now his campaign continues to receive national press, which in turn makes Idaho appear to be a center of Aryan and white supremacist activity.

Sentencing today in shooting case

SANDPOINT — A Bonner County man convicted of opening fire on two people during a dispute in the Upper Pack River Valley is scheduled to be sentenced today.

Mixed Martial Arts action returns to Sandpoint

SANDPOINT — A host of local Mixed Martial Arts fighters, as well as a couple of potential UFC fighters from Washington, will enter the cage as part of Livin’ Guilty 9, Sandpoint Standoff, Saturday night at the Bonner County Fairgrounds.

Clark Fork High School earns national recognition

CLARK FORK — High school administrators and teachers are celebrating another year at the top of their game.

Paper was right to expose cross burning

David Keyes in the Daily Bee was morally and logistically correct in exposing the cross burning held by Shaun Winkler.

Mess inherited from Democrats, not GOP

When he became president  on Jan. 22, 2009, Barack Obama was quick to blame Republicans for the ensuing financial crisis despite the fact that the 110th Congress, which took  office on Jan. 3, 2007, was controlled by the Democrats. It was Jan. 3, 2007, when Barney Frank took over the House Financial Services Committee and Chris Dodd took over the Senate Banking Committee.

Council revamps meeting schedule

SANDPOINT — After voting to drop some subcommittee meetings last month, the City Council filled in the details to their revised structure plans last Wednesday.

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Just who benefits from poor schools?

I am sure a segment of our community really cares about the constitutional bona fides of every candidate for minor political office. And I am sure there is an overlap with the conspiracy-prone folks who feel President Barack Obama’s iron boot of oppression every time a game warden stops by to peek in the cooler for prohibited trout. But why do so few in our community choose to weigh in about the actual threat to the long-term viability of all rural Idaho communities?

Blind entrepreneur rolls out radio business

Panhandle leads the state in job placement for vision impaired

SAGLE — On the phone, Dwain Miller’s voice has all the resonance and distinctive character of a radio announcer. Not surprising, really, since he spent some time in the broadcast booth and on the air.

Program helps students make sense of saving

SANDPOINT — A penny saved is a penny earned, as Sagle Elementary kids learned firsthand Wednesday morning.

Make new overpass a truck-only route

A easy solution to the new overpass is to make it a truck-only road and make cars drive through the city as always.

Story, photograph had no place in newspaper

I was more than just a little offended at the article written by Cameron Rassmusson featuring Shaun Winkler. Running this story front page with a large color photo of a burning cross was a terrible decision and impacts our entire community. Our area already has a stigma for being racist, so why are we perpetuating it by running stories like this? I understand the importance of giving us a look into candidates lives but simply stating he is a member the Ku Klux Klan is sufficient to let me know not to vote for him. As always, Mr. Winkler is free to do what he wants on his own private property and I respect his First Amendment rights but that doesn’t mean he needs to be featured in a story.

Rescuers pull bicyclist from river

SAGLE — A young man was plucked from the Pend Oreille River late Friday night after he reportedly crashed his bicycle into a guardrail on the pedestrian side of the Long Bridge and went over the side of the span.

Thoughts on Wal-Mart, corporations and corruption

Applause and congratulations to The New York Times and its investigative reporter, David Barstow for exposing Wal-Mart’s bribery campaign of local government officials throughout Mexico.

Transportation proposals aim to link cities

SANDPOINT — A new set of transportation proposals could bring Idaho and Washington cities closer than ever before.

Bulldogs, Wampus Cats advance at state tennis tournament

BOISE — The Sandpoint tennis team lost a handful of tough three-set matches on Friday at the 4A state tennis tournament at the Boise Racket and Swim Club, leading to a 10th place finish among 23 teams.

SilverWing files suit against county

SANDPOINT — The developers of a fly-in housing development at Sandpoint Airport are suing Bonner County, claiming unfair dealings and unequal treatment.

Sexual harassment suit is settled

SANDPOINT — An out-of-court settlement has been reached in a lawsuit accusing a local dentist of sexual harassment, court records show.

Alamillo, Levora shine during first day of state track

SANDPOINT — Nikole Alamillo uncorked a throw of 126 feet, easily enough to win the discus and lead the Sandpoint girls to a 5th place finish among 19 teams during the first day of the 4A state track and field meet in Boise.

Trip to Georgia includes meeting with former president

Were you surprised by the results from Tuesday’s election?

Bonner County EMS finds home for defribrillator

BLANCHARD — Bonner County EMS has located one of its automatic external defibrillators at Stoneridge Resort in Blanchard.

Sandpoint rejects herbicides for City Beach milfoil

SANDPOINT — While Lake Pend Oreille definitely has a watermilfoil problem, herbicides aren’t on the table as a treatment plan anymore.

County relaxes land use standard

SANDPOINT — Waterfront landowners in unicorporated portions of Bonner County are getting a little more elbow room when it comes to developing their property.

Bulldog Football Nation raffling off 1965 Mustang

SANDPOINT — In the new Bulldog Football Nation, as it’s being billed, five will get you 65.

Bulldog track team kicks off state today

SANDPOINT — A handful of Sandpoint track and field athletes stand a realistic shot at bringing home medals from the Idaho State track and field championships, which start today in Boise.

County voters oust Rich, Rasor

SANDPOINT — Republican voters displayed strong support for Sheriff Daryl Wheeler, but showed two county commissioners the door on Tuesday.

Candidates thankful for the support

SANDPOINT — After a primary election defined by fierce competition and negative advertisements, local legislative candidates for the Republican nomination are finally taking a breather.

Loggins, Counting Crows top Festival lineup

SANDPOINT — The Festival at Sandpoint is celebrating its 30th annual summer concert series with a sparkling lineup that features Kenny Loggins, Barenaked Ladies, and Counting Crows.

Health care bill is to complex to be good

Having read the 2,700-page Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (Obamacare; HR3962), I have some thoughts/opinions. The fact it had 2,700 pages should have been a red flag right out of the chute.

Is this what you want?

“I was lucky. My buddy and I bought the entire upper portion of the Pack River basin from the feds last year. Beautiful place. I’m thinking of putting in a little landing pad and a cabin up by Harrison Lake where we can kick back, have a few beers and do some fishing on Harrison and those other dinky lakes I bought. Of course we will have to lock the gate on the road, put up some fences. No horses, no hiking, no snowmobiles, no hunting or fishing, that kind of thing. Disturbs our peace. You’ll understand of course, it’s private property now. Better than the feds still owning it.”

Four Strikers teams claim championships at Hot Shot

Democrats, not GOP attacking our benefits

I, like millions of other “boomers,” am rapidly approaching retirement age. I am angry and somewhat frightened at the prospect of not receiving the Social Security benefits I paid into for 45 years. I started digging into the history of the system …

Incumbents win Dist. 1 legislative races

Incumbents lead in Dist. 1 legislative races

Aspirin Rally Run a great end to Lost in the '50s

SANDPOINT — After two days of revving and revelry, Lost in the ’50s does not end Saturday.

Causes of the many forms of arthritis vary widely

There are more than 100 different forms of arthritis. From the Greek word arthron meaning “joint” and the Latin itis meaning “inflammation” it affects the musculoskeletal system, specifically your joints.

Broadsword, Kelly win commission races

SANDPOINT — Former state Sen. Joyce Broadsword claimed a narrow victory over incumbent District 1 Bonner County Commissioner Cornel Rasor while Cary Kelly defeated incumbent District 3 Commissioner Lewie Rich.

Prison ordered in shooting case

SANDPOINT — A Clark Fork teen who unleashed a shotgun blast on a carload of people and injuring two occupants will have to serve up to a year in prison.

Kinderhaven thanks community, supporters

Thank you to everyone who supported us during our April’s Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness month. Whether you fostered or adopted a Kinderhaven Buddy, bought a wristband, bought blue cheese or attended an event or work out, we sincerely thank you. You made a difference in the lives of our children. You have helped change their lives so they can have a better future.

DUI suspect fled scene, deputies say

SANDPOINT — A Bonner County man was arrested Friday after crashing his pickup truck and leaving the scene with his toddler, but leaving behind an injured passenger.

Computer user warns of a potential scam

A new potential “scam” is hitting our area. It involves receiving a call, supposedly from someone from Microsoft, saying that their computer system had sent a message to Microsoft warning that individual’s system had a serious virus infection that needed immediate attention. This was an obvious attempt to either solicit information about an individual’s computer and/or to “sell” them some type of “questionable” computer protection.

GOP conservatives, moderates lock horns

SANDPOINT — The power struggle between ultra-conservative elements of the Bonner County Republican Central Committee and its more moderate counterparts heated up en route to today’s primary election.

Frazier nabs berth at state

LAPWAI — Freshman Megan Frazier finished 4th in the 3,200 to lead Clark Fork at the 16-team 1A District 1-2 track championships on Saturday at Lapwai High School.

The library is not your babysitter

This is an open letter to the parents of high school and middle school students who allow their children to loiter at the public library.

Waterkeeper offers help for milfoil cleanup

SANDPOINT — Lake Pend Oreille Waterkeeper officials are putting their money where their mouth is when it comes to keeping herbicides out of local waters.

Sand Creek Byway is a beautiful sight

Maybe I’m weird? I like the bypass, looks fine to me, even the cracks. Then again I’m born and raised here, used to the humble way we live and enjoy it. I see this town making this new monstrosity our own, to embrace it for all it is and to put our mark on it, not it’s mark on us.

Russian spies haven't gone away

As many Russian intelligence officers are operating here as at height of the cold war. Under Obama, arrests and prosecutions decreasing. Even when is extensive espionage evidence, Obama looks other way.

Festival owed kudos for music education

A huge thank you should go out to The Festival at Sandpoint and all its supporters for the work they do in enhancing music education for the youth in this community.

Election is a tale of two (Republican) parties

Each election cycle brings its own unique questions with the answers not to be discovered for many months or even years.

Precinct committee race prompts call for investigation

SANDPOINT — A Sandpoint precinct committeeman is claiming letters sent by, or on behalf of, candidates in several precinct elections violate state laws and is calling for an investigation by state and local officials.

Burglary suspect waives hearing

SANDPOINT — An accused burglar who was subdued by a Sandpoint councilman last month waived his right to a preliminary hearing on Wednesday.

Pioneer parachutist honored for lifetime of 'firsts'

CLARK FORK — One sure way to stay in love is to keep falling. It’s a technique that worked for Muriel Simbro, whose love affair was re-energized time and again at 13,000 feet.

PAC warfare raising eyebrows in state races

SANDPOINT — Incumbent District 1 Senator Shawn Keough said she is still unclear why Avista Corp. is funneling money to her tea party counterpart in a bid to knock her out of office.

Input sought for downtown street options

SANDPOINT — Residents have a chance to catch a sneak preview of highway-free downtown streets Monday evening.

Sandpoint dominates singles action at 4A regional tourney

SANDPOINT — It will be all-Sandpoint finals in boys singles, girls singles and boys doubles after a solid first day for the Bulldog tennis team at the 4A Region 1 tennis tournament Friday afternoon at sun-soaked Travers Park.

Bonners Ferry mulls possible truck route

BONNERS FERRY —  Bonners Ferry and Boundary County officials will be considering a bypass truck route through Bonners Ferry, said assistant city administrator David Sims.

Strong relays propel Bulldog girls to 4A title

LEWISTON — A dominating showing in the relays helped the Sandpoint girls win the team title at the 4A Region 1 track and field championships on Friday at Lewiston High School.

Consider all issues when going to vote

Before going to the polls, know your candidates’ positions on the following natural resource issues:

Be careful what you wish for

With all the local and state challengers this year I wonder if the electorate is paying attention to what has just happened in Greece and France. It seems to me some protest is OK but when everyone jumps ship as they have over there, what do you have, chaos and perhaps a financial meltdown. Be careful what you wish for.

Prison ordered in sex abuse case

SANDPOINT — A Blanchard man will spend at least a year in prison after pleading guilty to reduced charge in a lewd conduct case.

Bottomley sharp as Bulldogs fall 3-0 to Bears in loser-out game

MOSCOW — A stellar defensive effort and rock-solid pitching from Casey Bottomley kept the Bulldogs in the game, but Moscow ace Raelynn Gosse was simply too much, as the Bulldogs’ season came to an end with a 3-0 loss to the Bears in the loser-out game of the 4A Region 1 softball tournament Thursday in Moscow.

Tracking the trees amid the forest

CAREYWOOD — Students across a wide variety of ages got up close and personal with the natural world Thursday morning.

Trio are most qualified in election

I would like to take this opportunity to endorse Sen. Shawn Keough and Reps. George Eskridge and Eric Anderson for re-election in the May 15 primary as the Republican candidates for the November general election.

It's time to move county forward

“If you want to make enemies, try to change something.” -Woodrow Wilson

Guilty plea in embezzlement

SANDPOINT — A Bonner County woman pleaded guilty Thursday to grand theft after a purported benefactor failed to bail her out of an embezzlement case.

Pair of Bulldogs sign to play at Mayville State

SANDPOINT — There figures to be plenty of Mayville State football fans in Sandpoint next fall, as seniors Jake Clad and Nick Magro signed letters-of-intent this week to play football for the NAIA school in North Dakota next fall.

Bulldogs fare well at regional track meet

LEWISTON — Nikole Alamillo won the discus and shot, Jennie Meulenberg won the long jump and Sydney Foster the 3,200 to lead the Bulldog girls to a first place team lead on Thursday during the first day of the 4A Region 1 track meet in Lewiston.

Kelly will make a great commissioner

We are fortunate to have an excellent choice for commissioner, District 3, Cary Kelly.

Judge candidates on property rights views

One issue that features prominently in the public debate leading up to the primary election for county offices is protection of private property rights. Several years ago, before I made my escape from New Jersey, that state passed the Highlands Act, which prohibited virtually all development within a huge swathe of the rural northwestern part of the state. Land became almost worthless overnight.

Eskridge deserves continuing support

I have read several comments that were in a mailing flyer I received from George Eskridge’s primary opponent. They require comment.

Kelly offers leadership that the county needs

In these challenging times, the residents of this great county need not just good leadership but great leadership. Cary Kelly is the man who will provide that great leadership.

Cornel Rasor working to help all residents

Cornel Rasor is one citizen who, instead of sitting on his hands and hoping that someone else would do the work for him, and instead of trusting the federal government to do the right thing, is “… attending to the local issues … “ of Bonner County by peacefully opposing the incursions of those overreaching agencies.

Kelly should be elected county commissioner

If you want fair, unbiased and thoughtful leadership on the commission,

SPD, shelter team up on 'Relay' walk

SANDPOINT — Everything is better with dogs, and 5K runs are no exception.

LPOSD picks Woodward as new 'super'

SANDPOINT — Superintendent candidate Shawn Woodward can rest easy knowing he passed his final exam.

It would have been worse to look the other way

Why would our hometown paper publish a photo of a cross burning along with a story on Page 1?

No substitute for experience, seniority

We are very fortunate in Bonner County to have three excellent representatives in Boise running for re-election, especially state Sen. Shawn Keough.

We have chance to clean house

There are few times when we have the opportunity to clean house and stop this nonsense about not talking to one another.

Voters need to stand behind Rasor, Wheeler

By attending meetings and checking voting records, I have found both Sheriff Daryl Wheeler and Commissioner Cornel Rasor have been true to their word and promises they made when the ran for office last time.

Kelly leads fundraising in county elections

SANDPOINT — Republican Cary Kelly has raised more than $17,000 in contributions in his quest to win the GOP nomination in the May 15 primary election, according to campaign finance disclosure reports.

Kirscher caps eventful three-sport season

SANDPOINT — First it was tending goal on the state runner-up girls soccer team, followed by another season of leading the basketball team in scoring, and finally capped by leading the softball team in hitting and RBIs.

Broadsword deserves your vote, support

Joyce Broadsword has worked hard as a state senator, not just for north Idaho but for the entire state. She has been in a tremendous amount of time and effort into maintaining our way of life in North Idaho. I know she will put forth the same dedication into our county as a commissioner. Joyce believes in providing economic development, bringing in good jobs, maintaining good roads and having a reasonable and responsible tax policy.

Rasor looking out for the county's citizens

Recent letters have faulted incumbent Cornel Rasor for his actions to protect individual property rights from federal overreach applauding incumbent Lewis Rich and opposing candidate Joyce Broadsword for their disdain of the subject. Few citizens are equipped to take on the federal government; all of us should be thankful for Rasor’s grit.

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Merritt named top chamber volunteer

SANDPOINT — The Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce honors Barb Merritt as April’s Volunteer of the Month for her service to our community. Barb is a full-time volunteer with a passion for making a difference which runs through every vein in her body.

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Few are declaring party affiliations

SANDPOINT — Less than 20 percent of Bonner County’s 22,702 registered voters have declared their party affiliation in the run-up to Tuesday’s primary election, according to the county’s elections office.

Article was typical media hyperbole

The March 30 article, “Supremacist Runs for Sheriff,” says of North Idaho, “… the area also has a history or radical and anti-government activism …”, citing Ruby Ridge and the former Aryan Nations compound at Hayden for your claim.

Joyce Broadsword deserves your vote

The citizens of Bonner County deserve an intelligent, hardworking, common sense leader. Joyce Broadsword is such a leader and deserves our vote for county commissioner.

Fear is the word for the right wing

Fear is the word of the day for the right wing. Constitutionalists, tea party and certain religious affiliations preach daily that we should fear government, gay and lesbians and any social program.

Sheriff candidate hosts cross lighting

SANDPOINT — It’s unlikely that any other Bonner County sheriff candidate spent their Friday night like Shaun Winkler.

Hospital pays tribute to many loyal employees

“It may seem a strange principle to enunciate as the very first requirement in a hospital that it should do the sick no harm.”

Lewis Rich cares about community

Voting “common sense” would mean not putting another police officer like Cary Kelly in a commissioner’s seat. Talk about turning Sandpoint into a police state between him, Mike Nielsen and Sheriff Daryl Wheeler.

Thornton, McMahon remain undefeated in league play

LEWISTON — The Clark Fork No. 1 girls doubles team of Brocklynn Thornton and Claire McMahon remained undefeated in league play on Saturday, downing Grangeville 6-2, 6-0 to lead the Wampus Cats in the final league tuneup in Lewiston on Saturday.

Presnell, Martin lead Bulldogs at district meet

MOSCOW — Sophomore Jared Presnell fired an 86 to lead the Sandpoint boys on Tuesday at the 4A Region 1 golf tournament at the University of Idaho Golf Course.

Repairs push back bypass opening

SANDPOINT — Cracks at the south end of the Sand Creek Byway are forcing the Idaho Transportation Department to push back the opening of the U.S. Highway 95 realignment project.

Tough fourth inning dooms Bulldogs in playoff opener

RATHDRUM — Things started well for the Bulldogs in the opener of the 4A Region 1 softball tournament, but Moscow would explode for 12 runs in the fourth inning en route to a 14-3 win over Sandpoint on Tuesday in the opener at Lakeland High School.

Cornel is a keeper for Bonner County

Cornel Rasor is a keeper. He keeps his word, he keeps his oath to uphold the constitutions of both Idaho and the United States and he keeps the faith.

What is a true conservative?

A true conservative, political, social or economic, believes in the rights of all citizens as described in the Declaration of Independence and our Constitution.

Is primary a stroke of genius or just a stroke?

For the first time in Idaho history, a person must declare a party affiliation to vote in the May 15 primary.

Errors costly for Bulldogs in 4A playoff loss

RATHDRUM — The Sandpoint bats were hot, the pitching was solid, and things were going well for the No. 3 seed Bulldogs early on against No 2 Moscow in the 4A Region 1 baseball tournament opener on Saturday at Lakeland High School.

Businesses fund GOP incumbents

BOISE (AP) — Since last week, pro-business groups like the Idaho Association of Realtors have pumped some $30,000 into campaigns of Republican incumbents facing libertarian-leaning rivals in the May 15 primary.

Kelly is simply the best choice

We taxpayers know that there is a problem within the offices of the county commissioners. We know this because they themselves have sought outside mediation to be able to repair their operating efficiency and cooperation. We also know that the problem lies within these offices.

Home Depot selected for chamber honors

PONDERAY — The Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce has selected The Home Depot as its April Business of the Month.

Bulldogs hammer Vikings; ready for districts

SANDPOINT — Kevin Kirby and Kane Wijngaarden dropped only one game between them in straight singles win, part of a boys sweep as the Bulldogs handled the 5A Vikings 8-4 in a tennis match Monday at sunny Travers Park.

SHS mural showcases Bulldog pride

SANDPOINT — Not every student gets to make a permanent mark on their school, but several volunteer artists have done just that this year.

'Train Day' honors historic depot

SANDPOINT — Trains, an important part of the Idaho Panhandle’s past and future, are finally getting their due.

Conservatives are not obstructionists

Lately, the news has been telling us how the conservatives are obstructionists. But think about it, hasn’t the country been constantly “progressing” left? So who is it that’s really been doing the most compromising? Who is it that has been the least compromising? Please take the time to sit, relax with some cookies, and actually read the Constitution. Consider whether it promotes personal responsibility, a desire to excel, and has inspired some of the world’s greatest accomplishments. Then consider whether government intrusion not only promotes, but financially rewards mediocrity. Is it time to draw a line in the sand that we will not cross? Is it time we really become obstructionists to save the greatest country man has ever produced?

Lewis Rich delivers unwavering leadership

In the last election, most of the voters chose Lewis Rich for county commissioner in District 3 and I am glad they did so. Commissioner Rich has been honest and completely transparent for the six years he has served Bonner County. Fortunately for us, he does not shrink back from hard choices. Lewis has answered every question he has been asked as our commissioner, even if the answer was hard to give.

Similar name creates election confusion

Can you believe that in an area as small as Bonner County there are two women named Barbara Buchanan? Actually she is known as Barbee and my nickname is Babs. Usually I am happy when people think we are the same person as Barbee Buchanan is very talented and community involved. I recently got a kudos card from my insurance agent when she was featured in the Bee for her work with Kinderhaven and CASA. We go to the same eye doctor, dry cleaner and florist and sometimes get each other’s bills, dry cleaning and appointment reminders.

Manslaughter suspect pleads not guilty

SANDPOINT — A Louisiana man pleaded not guilty Friday to accidentally killing a motorcyclist on U.S. Highway 95 last year.

Broadsword is leader that the county needs

We are writing in support of Joyce Broadsword for Bonner County commissioner.

Let's move forward instead of backward

This spring’s election affords us an opportunity to clean up the mess in our county. As a past commissioner and active homeowner, I know most all of those running both as challengers and incumbents and having worked with them as partners or antagonists.

Voters shouldn't reward incumbent insouciance

As a relative newcomer to North Idaho, I do not know the conscience of our elected officials. Do they really support the elimination of the 17th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution — and thereby the elimination of the citizens’ right to vote for their senators? Do they place more faith in the U.S. Constitution than in the Bible?

Kootenai County Reagan Republicans' name in dispute

COEUR d’ALENE — The Kootenai County Reagan Republicans late Friday were served with a letter informing them somebody else has the rights to the group’s name and ordering them to cease use.

Kelly will do job the way it should be done

I have watched the downward spiral of the commissioners’ office during the six-year tenure of Lewis Rich’s style of crisis management.

Ancient church finds modern appeal

Orthodox parish grows near Bonners Ferry

BONNERS FERRY — Take the northern entrance to Pleasant Valley Loop Road and, in less than half a mile, you come upon what appears to be a little country church. Only the sign outside — announcing the presence of the Holy Myrrhbearers Orthodox Christian Church — hints that there is some ancient secret hidden within these walls.

Wheeler is obvious choice for sheriff

One can clearly see that if the position of sheriff was appointed by a human resource board rather than an election, Daryl Wheeler would obviously be the qualified choice.

Legislative candidates spar in forum

SANDPOINT — Strict adherence to Republican party positions and voting  became the central issue at state legislative candidates forum Thursday night.

Teen sentenced to prison for attack

SANDPOINT — A Denver teen who pleaded guilty to committing a violent attack on a Bonner County woman was sentenced Friday to 15 years in adult prison.

Spartans capitalize on Bulldog errors on Senior Night

SANDPOINT — The Bulldogs jumped out to a 2-0 lead after two innings, before seven errors proved their undoing, falling 11-4 to Priest River during nonleague softball action on Senior Night Friday at rain-soaked Travers Park.

Board names superintendent finalist

SANDPOINT — Although Lake Pend Oreille School District board members planned on selecting three superintendent candidates, only one made the cut.

Shipman's love for area shines bright in her films

(Today, I want to share with you the conclusion of a “Sandpoint Centennial” interview with Nina Shipman. It took place at Priest Lake on May 26, 2001. She was there to join the community in honoring her famous grandmother, Nell Shipman. Nina followed in the steps of her grandmother and has starred in movies and numerous television shows.)

Defense seeks 'blended' term in battery case

SANDPOINT — A Denver teen who pleaded guilty to a vicious attack on a Bonner County woman could learn his fate today.

Lower seeds get a carrot in 4A regionals

COEUR d’ALENE — There could be some stealing going on in the upcoming 4A Region 1 baseball and softball tournaments.

Kelly is the smart, informed option

The informed and smart vote on May 15 is for Cary Kelly — District 3, county commissioner. I can attest first-hand to Mr. Kelly’s diplomatic and sensible approach to problem solving and his seasoned skills as a leader, manager, decision maker and organizer.

Joyce Broadsword is the smart choice

If you believe Bonner County Commissioners should spend time, and tax dollars, hiring lawyers and mediators because they cannot talk civilly to each other; if you think the commissioners have to continually do battle with the other county officials; if you want your county commissioners to focus on fighting federal and state programs instead of attending to local issues; then by all means vote to retain the current District 1 commissioner.

Rich is sensible conservative

I am voting for Lewis Rich for Bonner County commissioner because he is a sensible conservative.

Kelly is best choice for District 3 seat

Having been a marine deputy for the past two years, I can personally attest to the excellent leadership qualities and fiscal responsibility of Cary Kelly, candidate for Bonner County commissioner, District 3.

Input sought for Main St. facelift

SANDPOINT — Proposed improvements to the Main Street corridor will be a long time coming, but city officials already want to get the community talking.

Levora wins 3,200 to lead Bulldogs at all-star meet

POST FALLS — Sam Levora broke his PR by two seconds to win the 3,200 in 9:56, and Nikole Alamillo was second in the discus and third in the shot put to lead Sandpoint at the Meet of Champions at Post Falls High School.

Kelly will bring new ideas, leadership

Cary Kelly will bring new ideas, energy and leadership to the County Board of Commissioners.

SPOT in running for ITD grant

SANDPOINT — More good times are likely on the horizon for the Selkirks-Pend Oreille Transit bus system.

May the best man win commissioner's seat

Simply put, based solely on the basis of merit and essential qualifications, I believe that Cary Kelly is the best man to be county commissioner for District 3.

Electing Capurso would harm schools

For the May 15 primary, Donna Capurso will be on the Republican ballot for the position of legislative District 1, Seat A, in the Idaho House of Representatives.

Bender named new SHS girls basketball coach

SANDPOINT — The new Sandpoint girls basketball coach is originally from the the state of Indiana, where people are passionate about hoops, and Bill Bender is hoping to bring some of that passion to his new job guiding the Bulldog program.

Decision on superintendent finalists near

SANDPOINT — Lake Pend Oreille School Board members are preparing to introduce three superintendent candidates to the community.

Mark your ballot for Orin LaRitchie

This is a letter to all Northern Lights members in Orin LaRitche’s District 4. Orin is the chairman of our board and is very good at it.

Former paramedics file civil rights lawsuit

SANDPOINT — Three former Bonner County EMS paramedics who mutinied in an unsuccessful bid to force their chief out have filed a civil rights lawsuit against the county.

Driver, Frazier lead Wampus Cats at NSL home meet

CLARK FORK — Senior Jessica Driver won the 300 hurdles and Megan Frazier won the 3,200 to lead the Wampus Cat girls to a fourth place finish among five teams at the Clark Fork Invitational on Tuesday.

Eskridge, Broadsword, Rich deserve support

I support and encourage every reader of this letter to vote for three particular candidates in the upcoming Idaho primary.

Rasor serving county with honor, distinction

As a citizen it’s your right and responsibility to cast an informed vote May 15. It’s your duty to make sure the people you put in office are people who will uphold the Constitution, doing what is best for the citizens.

Dismissal granted in moonwalk case

SANDPOINT — A felony assault charge was dismissed Wednesday against a Clark Fork man accused of using a weapon to coerce another man to perform a dance move called the moonwalk.

Letter brought note of levity to election

We all owe thanks to Frank Christian Schwab (“Wheeler needs to take feds’ threat seriously,” April 29) for bringing us a note of levity. Until I read his signature at the end of his letter, I thought I was reading a long-forgotten script from the late, great Johnny Carson’s character, Floyd R. Turbo.

Return LaRitchie to Northern Lights post

I am writing to give my support to Orin LaRitchie, who is running for re-election to the board of Northern Lights.

Nishimoto, Schwartz key sweep on Senior Night

SANDPOINT — Senior Caleb Nishimoto tossed a five-hitter and struck out six in the opener, and senior Ryan Schwartz smacked three hits in the nightcap, leading Sandpoint to a 12-2 and 7-3 sweep of Priest River on Tuesday during Senior Night at War Memorial Field.

Area slowly climbing out of recession

SANDPOINT — The economy may be far from ideal, but there are still some silver linings.

Harvill bids farewell to AmericanWest

SANDPOINT — A man who has been the epitome of a community banker will retire from the banker part of his job description this Friday to devote even more time to his community.

Fibromyalgia treatment is a matter of trial and error

Sometimes it’s like watching the dog chase its tail. The pain of fibromyalgia can be so severe the sufferer just wants to stay in bed, but inactivity can exacerbate the problem.

Leadership Sandpoint hosts Cinco de Mayo celebration

SANDPOINT — Leadership Sandpoint’s current class, a program of the Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce, is back at it again with its second Cinco de Mayo fundraising party.

Suspect faces another lewd conduct charge

SANDPOINT — A Sandpoint man accused of molesting a three-year-old boy has been charged with repeatedly molesting another youngster in Bonner County.

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We can't afford Obama's spending

John F. Kennedy once encouraged Americans to, “Ask not what your country can do for you, ask what you can do for your country.” Now, some 52 years later, President Obama is saying just the opposite.

Elect Broadsword to commission seat

I’m voting for Joyce Broadsword for county commissioner in District 1 because she has the common sense approach to our problems in Bonner County. It is not common sense to raise taxes during hard times, which is exactly what has been done by Cornel Rasor. Joyce Broadsword voted to lower our taxes in the Idaho Senate and we can expect that she will carry that sensibility to the county commission.

McConnell, Currie, lead SHS golfers at Lake City Invitational

COEUR d’ALENE — David Currie shot an 83 to lead the Sandpoint golf team at the Lake City Invitational held Monday at the Coeur d’Alene Public Golf Course.

Professionalism makes Kelly the perfect choice

A recent Bee article covering a candidate forum reported Cary Kelly is receiving flak for being allied with law enforcement. Would we want the alternative? Of course not!

Double homicide at Yocum Lake

NEWPORT — Two people reportedly killed each other during an armed confrontation at an alcohol-fueled gathering south of Ione, according to the Pend Oreille County Sheriff’s Office.

Quest's Kodiak receives Mexican certification

SANDPOINT — Quest Aircraft Company, manufacturer of the Kodiak, has received certification from in Mexico.

Keough is best pick for state Senate job

I’ve always voted for Shawn Keough. Although we sometimes disagree, she’s always willing to listen to me and to do what she can to help.

Region's grads looking for work, feeling hopeless

Emily Dingman had a feeling this is where she would end up, after collecting her bachelor’s in psychology at the University of Idaho Coeur d’Alene.

Rich offers voters a voice of reason

After working for Bonner County and the citizens of the county for 30 years, 22 of them as the elected prosecuting attorney, I semi-retired in January 2012. During that time, I worked with more than 20 county commissioners, and countless other elected officials, department heads, and employees.

Sandpoint Volleyball Club makes Sweet 16 at Reno

RENO, Nevada — Led by some timely kills from an undersized front line and big contributions from a couple of bench players, the Sandpoint Volleyball Club U16 team went 6-3 over three days at the Far West National Qualifier in Reno last weekend.

Bulldogs drop doubleheader at Moscow

MOSCOW — Nik Feyen pitched seven strong innings, and the Bulldogs hammered 13 hits, but it wasn’t enough as the Bulldogs fell 6-5 to Moscow in the second game of a doubleheader on Saturday in 4A Inland Empire League baseball action in Moscow.

Register GOP, vote for common sense

For many Bonner County Democrats and independents, good local government trumps party affiliation. That’s why we have registered — or soon will register — as Republicans so we can vote in that party’s Republican primary on May 15.