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Honor Flight showers local couple with gratitude

SANDPOINT — The 747 sat thrumming on the runway. Buckled up and waiting inside were 95 members of what Tom Brokaw has called The Greatest Generation.

Lightning strike injures two in Sagle

SAGLE — Two men were injured by a lightning strike late Saturday morning, according to Bonner County Emergency Medical Services.

Black bear study sheds light on movement, habitat use

BONNERS FERRY — A young black bear traveled from the McArthur Lake area to the Boundary Creek drainage and back in a year.

Supreme Court rules in favor of embattled dentist

SANDPOINT — The Idaho Supreme Court is extracting Idaho State Board of Dentistry sanctions against a former Priest River dentist who was accused of failing to adequately advise a patient and publishing misleading advertising.

Locally-made Bloomsday quilt a very special gift

SANDPOINT — As college graduation presents go, it was tough to beat the heartfelt gift Sandpoint’s John Howard gave to his granddaughter Sydney Jones recently.

The power of playtime

PONDERAY — Everyone needs to make a little time for play in their lives — even dogs.

Trial in deadly crash case is postponed

SANDPOINT — A Sandpoint woman’s trial for allegedly leaving the scene of a deadly crash is being pushed back slightly to accommodate the consideration of additional pretrial motions.

Campbell seeks clerk nomination

SANDPOINT — A third applicant has stepped up as a nominee to complete Bonner County Clerk Marie Scott’s term in office, according to the Bonner County Democratic Central Committee.

Wild incident highlights Team Laughing Dog's Race Across America

SANDPOINT — Racing around the clock for 3,000 miles, as local cycling enthusiasts Al Lemire, Mel Dick, Jacob Styer and Dean Kyriakos recently did in the Race Across America, a jolt of adrenaline is always a welcome addition.

Bowers retiring as Panida artistic director

SANDPOINT — After 26 years of leading the Panida Theater, Karen Bowers is retiring in September.

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Sandpoint chamber welcomes Caribou Chiropractic and Massage

SANDPOINT — Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce have welcomed Caribou Chiropractic and Massage to the organization.

State wants Hutchens held in contempt

SANDPOINT — Contempt-of-court proceedings are resurfacing in the case of a Sandpoint woman accused of battery on a city official.

Prolific burglary suspect nabbed

SANDPOINT — A Priest River man has been arrested in connection with a rash of burglaries in western Bonner County this month.

Green Monarchs score decisive win over rivals

SANDPOINT — They say history tends to repeat itself and this was demonstrated during last Friday’s Exhibition Night at War Memorial Field.

GOP shoots self in foot on rights issue

It never fails to amaze me how the GOP can shot themselves in the foot. The position being taken by the Bonner County GOP is just plain stupid. I have seen some estimates that up to 10 percent of the population could fall somewhere in the GLBT spectrum. The only thing being requested by the GBLT community is basic human rights.

End of back-in parking is great for community

When I returned from my vacation I was happy to see the parking on Third Street between Main and Cedar has been changed to parallel parking as it should be instead of having people back in diagonally to park. Whoever in the city came up with that bright idea obviously did not have their thinking

Board, staff thank program supporters

The Panida board of directors and staff are very grateful to the Sandpoint community for the generous donations made to purchase and install the digital projection system so we can continue to show movies at the Panida. Approximately 35 to 40 percent of our annual income is derived from showing movies so it is vital that we make this conversion to comply with the new industry standard.

Jacey's Race set for biggest event yet

SANDPOINT — Another year brings another chance to raise money and awareness for families affected by illness, and the folks at Jacey’s Race are up to the task.

Cox ends game with walk-off home run

SANDPOINT — There are a lot of ways for a baseball game to end, but perhaps none better than the walk-off home run.

Court rules on beach access dispute

SANDPOINT — The Idaho Supreme Court is rejecting an appeal filed by Priest Lake landowners who argued a strip of beach was exclusively theirs.

U.S. 95's route through BF is congested one

BONNERS FERRY — After the school bell rings, Highway 95 on the South Hill is bumper to bumper from the stoplight to Super 1 Foods some days.

BPIC offers help to those who can't afford insurance

If you subscribe to this newspaper, or even if you bought it off the newsstand, you most likely have medical insurance of some sort. If you picked it up in your local diner or found it in the trash, you may not. Or, what you have doesn’t cover very much.

DSBA to combine with Greater Sandpoint Chamber

Officials: Move will increase efficiency, effectiveness

SANDPOINT — With the aim to increase the strength and effectiveness of both organizations, the Downtown Sandpoint Business Association will combine with the Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce, officials for both groups announced.

Ravens may be spared after all

SANDPOINT — Bonner County is holstering a plan to shoot ravens plaguing the Colburn waste collection site.

Chamber welcomes North Idaho Orthopedics and Sports Medicine

SANDPOINT — The Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce have welcomed North Idaho Orthopedics and Sports Medicine.

Beware of attempted telephone scams

We have received the fourth telephone call within the past few weeks … in broken English, the person claims they are monitoring computer traffic in our area and have noted several “fatal computer errors” being reported by our computer. For a nominal fee, our bank card number and, of course, our personal identification would be needed to correct the “fatal error” online.

Tyson 30th at Ironman Cd'A, qualifies for Kona

COEUR d’ALENE — “You are an Ironman!” the announcer declared as more than 2,300 competitors crossed the finish line on Sunday during the 2013 Coeur d’Alene Ironman Race.

Duo jailed on drug charges

SANDPOINT — Two Bonner County men were arrested Friday on felony drug charges following an undercover sting operation.

Community postings keep us connected

Regarding the “community invited to baby shower benefit” posted Thursday, May 23, 2013, Safety-Peace Officers Retired To Sandpoint to date has contributed a total of $305 toward the medical care of Beckham Spencer Williams

Court upholds meth conviction

SANDPOINT — The Idaho Court of Appeals is rejecting a Bonner County man’s claim that he was unaware he faced a mandatory-minimum prison sentence when he pleaded guilty to cooking methamphetamine.

For some, winning is all that matters

Sandpoint is a wonderful place.

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Proposed plan is simply disgusting

There are simply no words to describe the outrage and disgust I am feeling over the decision to shoot ravens in the Colburn area. How is it possible that a decision like this can be made?

BCHRTF unveils grants program

SANDPOINT — The Bonner County Human Rights Task Force will unveil the details of its new grants program at its Tuesday board meeting.

Honor Flight trip was memorable experience

Our local veterans George Hirschkamp and Carol Karr recently took the Honor Flight back to Washington, D.C. Also, Carol would like any other veterans to know that this Honor Flight trip is for any World War II veterans. Here is the details of their trip.

Classes mulled for nonprofits

SANDPOINT — Local nonprofit associates are in agreement — they would participate in management classes if they take place locally.

We must live together with animals, birds

I am outraged and deeply saddened to hear that ravens are being hunted, and their dead bodies being displayed as a deterrent to other birds in the Colburn area.

'Wizard of Oz' fills Panida's main stage with magic

SANDPOINT — When it comes to realizing all the pageantry of Oz, even Dorothy herself would be impressed by the production Sandpoint Onstage will bring to the Panida stage over the next three weekends.

GOP has it wrong on anti-discrimination bills

I congratulate the Sandpoint City Council for being the first community in Idaho to pass an ordinance that protects sexual orientation and gender identity. That aspect of human rights was left out of the Idaho Human Rights Act.

Accused seat slasher charged

SANDPOINT — A felony criminal charge is pending against a Bonner County man accused of slashing dozens of chair lift seat covers at Schweitzer Mountain Resort.

Locals qualify for Hershey's North State track meet

SANDPOINT — A host of local youth track and field athletes qualified for the Hershey’s North State meet on Saturday, June 29 at 10 a.m. at the Lakeland High School track in Rathdrum.

State insurance exchange prompts GOP censure vote

COEUR d’ALENE — Several Republican state legislators representing Kootenai County districts could receive a public reprimand this week from members of their own political party.

Team Laughing Dog nears Indianapolis

As of Wednesday night, Team Laughing Dog was six days into the 2013 Race Across America, heading east just south of Indianapolis, Indiana, all the while trying to raise money and awareness for local non-profit 24 Hours for Hank.

Flood advisory issued Thursday

SANDPOINT — The National Weather Service in Spokane issued a flood advisory Thursday for Bonner and Boundary counties.

Accessory in Smith killing sentenced

SANDPOINT — A Clark Fork man who witnessed the execution of Michael Wyatt Smith, but kept quiet about the slaying to avoid meeting a similar fate was given a suspended prison term on Thursday.

Sandpoint soccer tradition thrives with Green Monarchs

SANDPOINT — Sandpoint has a storied history of having a town soccer team. In the 1970s and ’80s, some athletic locals and transplants from as far away as England and New England represented the town in friendly inter-village matches and regional adult tournaments, many of which were across the border in Canadian hockey towns.  

ITD reallocates Curve funding

SANDPOINT — The U.S. 2 Curve is officially dead — at least for the foreseeable future.

Chamber holding 'Ultimate Raffle'

Has your budget kept you from a night out?

Response to attacks in Benghazi shameful

Re: For the first time, I am not proud of our country

Feist hoping to make Ultimate Fighting Championship

SANDPOINT — Former Sandpoint state champion and collegiate wrestler Chris Feist has entered the cage seven times in his professional Mixed Martial Arts career, and has still yet to taste defeat.

Labrador: Family first, then politics

COEUR d’ALENE — Idaho Congressman Raul Labrador said Wednesday that his decision to not attend a Coeur d’Alene fundraiser with the Speaker of the House on Friday had nothing to do with his work on the immigration reform bill or any other political differences.

Friends, family made special honor possible

I wish to thank the Women Honoring Women Committee for naming me a Woman of Wisdom for 2013.

Dump ravens may be shot

SANDPOINT — A handful of ravens may nevermore plague Bonner County’s garbage collection site in Colburn.

Risch honors Quest Aircraft

SANDPOINT — According to Sen. Jim Risch, Quest Aircraft has something to teach all small businesses across the nation.

GOP opposes local anti-discrimination codes

SANDPOINT — The Idaho Republican Party is calling upon the Legislature to nullify a growing number of city ordinances which prohibit discrimination based on sexual orientation.

Reuter: Cities have right to decide issue

SANDPOINT — City officials need the authority to protect their residents as they see fit, according to former Sandpoint councilman John Reuter.

Team Laughing Dog crossing Kansas

As of Tuesday night, the 2013 Team Laughing Dog was riding through Kansas in the Race Across America, also raising money and awareness for 24 Hours for Hank.

ITD takes up Curve vote

SANDPOINT — The Idaho Transportation Board is expected to officially put the brakes on the U.S. 2 Curve at a meeting today.

Prostate screening subject needs clarifying

I don’t like to make mistakes. I’m a little neurotic and obsessive (yes, I’ll seek treatments soon) about not having errors in my articles. If the error was in spelling or grammar, I’d just sweep it under the carpet. But, I have to tell you that there was a misstatement in last week’s article that I strongly feel needs to be clarified.

Why don't we care enough to end weed spraying?

As I drive down Bottle Bay Road, and other roads in the county, the dead debris left behind from the Bonner County Road Department spraying chemicals for weed and snow removal control is visually haunting. I will never understand why the people of Bonner County feel that this is acceptable.

Packer named top camper

Brady Packer, 8, was named the Joel’s Camper of the Day at the Brian Farber Pro Soccer Camp, put on by Strikers FC.

'It's pretty cool what they're doing'

Team Laughing Dog racing across America for 24 Hours for Hank

SANDPOINT — Four Team Laughing Dog cyclists are cranking away 24 hours a day on the pedals this week, crossing through 12 states, climbing more than 170,000 feet and covering 3,000 miles in the annual Race Across America.

Chamber welcomes Woodlands Family Medicine

SANDPOINT — The Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce is excited to welcome Woodlands Family Medicine.

'Guys & Dolls' proves need for art in schools

I should like to piggyback on a recent Daily Bee letter by reader Foster Cline lauding the varied big town cultural joys of small-town Sandpoint.

Missing woman is found safe

SANDPOINT — A Sandpoint woman who was reported missing Monday in southeastern Washington state was found after an intense daylong search.

Pilot unhurt after plane crash

COOLIN — There were no injuries after a pilot was unable to stop his plane after landing at the Cavanaugh Bay Airstrip on Sunday.

Coast Guard Auxiliary maintains safe waterways

SANDPOINT — For some people, joining an organization is a matter of choice. For others, it is a mandate.

Affordable Care critics need to cite sources

Recent polls show 49 percent think Obamacare is a bad idea.

Secret federal programs raise concern

It’s been almost 12 years since I first debated against, voted against and warned against the potential dangers of the USA PATRIOT Act. Back then, some Democrats cited the potential for abuse they saw in a sweeping new anti-terrorist law administered by a Republican president. Most Republicans — including the one then in the White House — rejected concerns from civil libertarians about government invasions of privacy.

Families grateful for community support

The Williams and Spencer families extend a huge thank you to all of the known and unknown friends who have given in prayer, financial gifts, and materially to our family. Thank you for caring and reaching out to our family in time of need. We are greatly blessed and humbled by your generosity and support.

Charter school honors grads

SANDPOINT — As Forrest M. Bird Charter School graduates received their diplomas Saturday afternoon, they walked past the words, “Don’t tell me the sky is the limit when there are footsteps on the moon.”

Musician bikes year-long tour

SANDPOINT — If it weren’t for a chance encounter, Joel Shupack might have skipped Sandpoint altogether.

Do you think the Idaho Transportation Department will work with the city to return its downtown streets?

Tango Café named top chamber business

SANDPOINT — The Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce is proud to recognize Tango Café as May’s Business of the Month.

Vogel to play basketball, golf at Olympic College

CLARK FORK — Clark Fork three-sport athlete Tessa Vogel will continue playing two sports in college, recently signing a letter of intent to play basketball and golf next season at Olympic College in Bremerton, Wash.

Airport shuttle service starting

SANDPOINT — The world is closer than ever with the imminent opening of a new shuttle service to the Spokane airport.

Accused seat slasher claims vendetta

SANDPOINT — A condominium owner accused of repeatedly slashing chair lift seats at Schweitzer Mountain Resort denies the allegations against him and claims he is the victim of a vendetta.

Idaho GOP may target gay rights measure

N. Idaho Republicans want to make city rules unenforceable

COEUR d’ALENE — Cities’ anti-discrimination laws aren’t sitting well with the Republican Party.

Trail steps ahead with $650K in grants

SANDPOINT — An influx of grant funds — totalling more than $650,000 — brings the Pend d’Oreille Bay Trail even closer to reality.

Dems head back to the drawing board

SANDPOINT — Bonner County’s Democratic Central Committee is again seeking applications for potential nominees to complete the rest of county Clerk Marie Scott’s term in office.

Tiny Hawk Soccer Camp coming to Sandpoint

SANDPOINT — You’re never too young to enjoy the sport of soccer, especially in the hotbed that is Sandpoint.

Courthouse grand opening set for June 21

SANDPOINT — The protracted odyssey of the Bonner County Courthouse remodel is finally coming to an end.

City's 'no build' option doesn't make sense

As the highway design plans for U.S. 2 have unfolded, taken shape and now unraveled, I began with a real interest and now find myself completely baffled by the city of Sandpoint’s unanimous support for a “no build” design solution to increasingly heavier traffic in the near future. As a former city councilman who helped search for some improvements to this highway connection in the late 1970s, I simply cannot fathom how we can somehow magically blend two-way truck traffic, considering the size of today’s trucks, with significant automobile traffic around an obsolete intersection and say this is a solution for the future.

Firecracker Mile Open Water Swim coming

SANDPOINT — Long a hotbed for swimming events, beautiful Lake Pend Oreille will play host to another when a new one-mile swim hits Garfield Bay this summer.

Get 'no spraying' signs and keep them up

I suggest the Bonner County Weed Control post their noxious weed control schedule in the Daily Bee and update it regularly.

County clerk nominations reopened

SANDPOINT — A nominee for Bonner County Clerk has dropped out of the running, forcing the county’s Democratic Central Committee to re-open the nomination process.

New Priest Lake floodplain maps proposed

SANDPOINT — Bonner County and Federal Emergency Management Agency officials will be teleconferencing on Friday to discuss proposed amendments to floodplain maps for Priest Lake.

Idaho faces broadband infrastructure challenge

The Idaho Legislature is facing a number of critical issues it will need to address in the next legislative session. But while topics such as Medicaid expansion and transportation funding grab all the headlines, they should not overshadow one of the most critical challenges facing our state today — access to broadband.

Teens arrested on burglary charges

SANDPOINT — Four teenagers were arrested early Wednesday morning after allegedly breaking into the Snack Shack at City Beach.

'Inside this room is where it happens'

Miller working hard to improve Bulldog athletics

SANDPOINT — Be it as a teacher, coach, city council member, mayor or parent, Ray Miller wore many hats during a busy and distinguished career.

Lakers drop home opener

SANDPOINT — The Peak Sand and Gravel Lakers plated eight runs in the final two innings in a fierce comeback attempt, but could not overcome an eight run deficit in a 10-9 loss to Priest River in the American Legion home opener on Tuesday at War Memorial Field.

Duo: Authenticity key to reaching youth

SANDPOINT — Louis Perez and Fabian Debora know a thing or two about helping at-risk kids.

Ray, Gunter are sworn in

SANDPOINT — Gloria Ray and Wayne Gunter were sworn in Monday as trustees of the East Bonner County Library District.

Ousted clerk claims harassment, seeks damages

DOVER — Ousted Clerk Kym Holbert contends she was subjected to a pattern of harassment by two overzealous council members before being railroaded out of her job.

Don't miss out on awesome concert

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Spokane woman dies in Highway 95 crash

SANDPOINT — A Spokane woman was killed after colliding with another motorist head-on on U.S. Highway 95 in Chilco on Monday, Idaho State Police said.

Thank you for election support

I want to thank all those who considered my candidacy for the Zone 5 seat on the Lake Pend Oreille School Board. I urge you to continue to engage teachers, schools, the district, fellow parents, and community businesses on the issues that are dramatically transforming the educational landscape in Sandpoint. Find your voice so others can find common cause.

Sandpoint Legion team hosts home opener today

SANDPOINT — The boys of summer are back in action today when the Peak Sand and Gravel Lakers host Priest River in an American Legion home opening doubleheader at War Memorial Field. First pitch for game one is 5 p.m.

Man sentenced in burglary case

SANDPOINT — The fifth and final person has been sentenced for his role in a prolific burglary ring that was exposed by a confiscated iPhone.

Theft suspect charged with intimidation

SANDPOINT — Criminal troubles are compounding for a Sandpoint man accused of perpetrating a costly break-in at a woodworking shop.

Trio of local MMA fighters ready to rumble

SANDPOINT — A trio of Black Bear Mixed Martial Arts fighters will throw blows — and kicks, for that matter — at the King of the Cage “It’s Personal” fights on Thursday night at the Coeur d’Alene Casino.

Why wasn't student allowed to donate?

Blood drives are signs of hope. Recently the Sandpoint High School hosted a large blood drive where many teenagers took the opportunity to save lives. However, not all students were allowed.

SHS grads race toward a bright future

SANDPOINT — Life can be viewed as a game.

ICF enriching quality of life for 25 years

The Idaho Community Foundation is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year. During that time we’ve touched the lives of tens of thousands of Idahoans — those seeking help and those offering it. Thanks to our generous donors and fund creators, we have provided grants to a miniature therapy pony in Lemhi County who needed a new trailer so he could continue visiting ill children and homebound senior citizens, and a food bank in tiny Oldtown (pop. 200) that provides a food safety net for people in north Idaho that includes fresh produce from local gardens and pet food for dogs and cats. We have touched literally every community in Idaho.

Bagby says farewell to life in education

SANDPOINT — For the first time in 44 years, Anne Bagby is hoping her life won’t be ruled by her calendar.

Young author writes success story

SANDPOINT — Pauline Harris well remembers when she decided to become an author. The biblio-epiphany struck early, starting a writing career that, for this teen-aged writer, already has resulted in a stream of short stories, novels and trilogies.

Obama administration is out of control

Hey liberals, go ahead and tell the rest of us that this administration is not out of control; that it’s not stomping on the Constitution and the Bill of Rights.

CFHS grads move forward into future

CLARK FORK — As is tradition, Clark Fork High School graduation night packed years of small town life into a single evening.

Exciting futures await community's graduating seniors

Congratulations Sandpoint High School Class of 2013.

Sailing class offered

SANDPOINT — Join Sandpoint Parks and Recreation and the Sandpoint Sailing Association for an introduction to sailing class on Monday through Thursday, June 24-28 from 3-5 p.m. at the Windbag Marina.

Man jailed on felony charges

SANDPOINT — A preliminary hearing is pending for an Oldtown man accused of choking his wife and threatening to shoot her with a shotgun.

Horner pleads not guilty to sex, drug charges

SANDPOINT — A Sandpoint woman charged with committing an infamous crime against nature and drug possession pleaded not guilty on Monday in 1st District Court.

Woman suspects car window shot out

SANDPOINT — A Bonner County woman suspects her car window was obliterated by a stray gunshot last month on Grouse Creek Road.

Community raises more than $12,000 at Bay Trail Fun Run

SANDPOINT — Add another $12,000 and change to the tally, as the first ever Bay Trail Fun Run drew more than 300 runners to the picturesque Pend Oreille Bay Trail for 5K and 10K races recently in Sandpoint.

Strikers claim championship at 3 Blind Refs

The U15 Striker girls ended the spring season on a high note last weekend, dominating the competition en route to the championship.

Batch plant is approved

SANDPOINT — Bonner County commissioners approved a temporary asphalt batch plant in Sagle on Wednesday despite a host of concerns raised by neighboring residents and allegations of prior non-compliance with permit requirements.

Sheriff needs to take another look at law

Kootenai County Sheriff Ben Wolfinger says “sodomy is against the law in Idaho.”

Sentencing delayed in PR slayings

SANDPOINT — Sentencing is being postponed for a Priest River man accused of killing his wife and their unborn child to determine if a traumatic brain injury he suffered factored into the crime.

The Hive creating a buzz as downtown Sandpoint hotspot

SANDPOINT — As you might expect, new downtown business The Hive is creating quite a buzz.

Sandpoint Sr. Center needs your help

The Sandpoint Senior Center needs your help. At the present time the 24,000 meals per year we are now serving to Bonner County seniors is costing $7.25 a meal without administrative costs. We receive less than that from the two government agencies which are providing money for most of these meals. Because of this, we are now operating at an approximate $1,000 a month loss.

Labrador has done a great deal for Idaho

In a letter to the editor (Daily Bee, May 23), Robert Wright stated “Can anybody tell me what these four public servants have accomplished in Congress?”

MillTown complex expands city's housing options

Project gets national nods for energy standards

SANDPOINT — Starting in August, local affordable housing options are set to expand dramatically.

LPOHS celebrates fun-filled graduation

SANDPOINT — Lake Pend Oreille High School graduation always feels more like a family gathering than a ceremony.

Youth tennis lessons serve up summer fun

SANDPOINT — Registration for the 2013 Youth Tennis has begun. Multiple sessions are offered for age groups ranging from 4 year-old through high school.

Plea hearing is postponed

SANDPOINT — A Sagle man charged with engaging in lewd and lascivious conduct with a minor appears to be contemplating a guilty plea.

Drink up! Being well-hydrated is important for everyone

“The remedy for thirst? It is the opposite of the one for a dog bite: run always after a dog, he’ll never bite you; drink always before thirst, and it will never overtake you,” so said French Renaissance writer, doctor, humanist and monk, Francois Rabelais. And, it’s as good advice today as it was in the 15th century when he wrote it.

Uncertainty, strife mar Bonner County audit

SANDPOINT — Bonner County accepted a battle-worn, no-opinion independent audit on Tuesday.

Bomb threat suspect enters guilty pleas

SANDPOINT — A Bonners Ferry woman accused of perpetrating a bomb hoax to stave off her sentencing in a felony drug case pleaded guilty on Monday.

Thanks to all who voted in the LPOSD election

Thank you to all the voters who participated in the May 21 election. Thank you for returning me to the Lake Pend Oreille School Board. It is a privilege to serve fellow taxpayers, parents, and students during these challenging financial times. Your input to members of the school board is meaningful and welcome at all times.

Remember, help nation's veterans

With Memorial Day just past, I ask everyone to remember our American veterans; giving special attention to the disabled. There men and women ask us for very little; however, they need our help in returning to society. Please help wherever you can.

Council vote puts brakes on Curve project

SANDPOINT — A council decision Monday evening has effectively put the brakes on the U.S. 2 Curve project.

Road access prevents motocross track

BONNERS FERRY — Despite the benefits a motocross track would bring to the community, a proposed commercial motocross track near Smith Lake was denied.

Sagle wins Clark Fork Elementary Invite

SANDPOINT — If only there was a way to harness the energy filling the air during the 3rd Annual Clark Fork Elementary Invite track and field meet on Friday.

Gunter's experience, integrity welcomed

I remember that day, nearly three years ago, walking into the Sandpoint Library to say goodbye to an old friend, a man who embodied the East Bonner County Library District. I was going to try to talk him out of leaving, but by the time I got there I realized I was not going to talk him out of his values, principles and professionalism. So, with emotion, we both said goodbye.

Community's support saves students' lives

On behalf of the students and staff of Sandpoint High School, I would like to thank our community service organizations for working with our Student Leadership organization over the past year to plan, organize, and orchestrate the most impactful Mock DUI program we have ever held.

The tale of ITD versus the city of Sandpoint

Back in the days of squabbling over the route of the bypass, the Idaho Transportation Department flatly declared that Sandpoint’s internal traffic problems were of no concern to the ITD.

Coon's response is professional, prompt

Sandpoint Police Department, the other side:

Filmmaker brings 'G-Dog' to Panida

Story shows priest’s work to change L.A. gang scene

SANDPOINT — For more than 25 years, Father Greg Boyle has served some of the toughest parts of L.A., where 1,100 gangs claim some 86,000 gang members and violent death is a daily ritual.

Brother deserves to be treated with respect

Kudos to Eichardt’s for letting my brother and his friends (all of the disabled community) hang out in their establishment, a normal setting where they can be treated with respect and not discriminated against.

Come join the fun at NAMI benefit dinner

On June 8 from 6-10 p.m. at Tango Café NAMI is hosting Take a Seat at the Table —  a benefit to help address mental health issues in our community and to celebrate five years of crisis intervention training for law enforcement. There will be a live auction of chairs decorated by local artists and a silent auction. Music will be by Doug Bond with dinner catered by Tango Café along with a no-host bar.

LPOSD seeks suit's dismissal

SANDPOINT — The Lake Pend Oreille School District is moving to upend a lawsuit filed by a student athlete who was injured in a cycling accident during cross country practice in 2009.

County proposes higher fines for permit scofflaws

SANDPOINT — Bonner County is proposing increased penalties against building location permit scofflaws.

Surface mine, batch plant proposed

SANDPOINT — A proposed gravel pit north of Colburn and a temporary asphalt batch plant proposal in Sagle are encountering smooth sailing.

Trio arrested on burglary charges

PRIEST RIVER — An adult and two juveniles have been implicated in a pair of burglaries that were perpetrated last month.

Nonprofit forms to fight autism

SANDPOINT — After a successful fundraising drive and a cross-country bike race in 2011, Team Autism 24/7 is here to stay.

Legion baseball returns to Sandpoint this summer

SANDPOINT — Thanks to a generous sponsorship from Peak Sand and Gravel, and the return of a couple successful former coaches, American Legion baseball returns to Sandpoint this summer, starting with a home-opening doubleheader on Sunday at War Memorial Field.