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Vast collection creates Gunter-Daarstad archive

SANDPOINT — There will be no ribbon cutting, no velvet rope to hold back all but the most notable of dignitaries and no expansion necessary to house the latest archive to be added to the collections at the Bonner County Historical Society Museum.

Deliberations pending in Carlson slaying

SANDPOINT — Jurors are expected to begin deliberating in the case of a former Sandpoint woman who was kidnapped, raped and murdered after relocating to California.

Family starting new harvest festival

KOOTENAI — The harvest used to be a centerpiece of regional life — a time to celebrate the bounties of a year’s hard work.

Bike Routes to Benefit All

“How can we safely get a 10-year-old kid from the residential areas of Sandpoint to City Beach?”Answering that question was part of the Downtown Streets Plan and Design Guide process, which included more than 35 hours of public meetings and exhibits, 500 face to face conversations with community members and visitors, 40 hours of interviews with downtown stakeholders, various committee meetings, and collecting and analyzing more than 150 feedback forms. This input was distilled by an urban design company and the resulting suggestions were considered, modified, and adopted by the city in the fall of 2012. A copy of the adopted Design Guide is available on the home page of the city of Sandpoint’s website.

WBCSD votes to hold levy in MArch

PRIEST RIVER — West Bonner County School District voters will be asked to hit the voting booths a few months early for the district’s annual maintenance and operations levy.

Bulldogs down Tigers for homecoming win

SANDPOINT — It would have been easy for Sandpoint mail it in on Friday night during a Homecoming game against Timberlake, after a sloppy and listless start on Senior Night left them trailing 14-0 in the first quarter.

IPUC approves Avista gas, electric rate hikes

Avista’s residential and small commercial customers will be paying 6.8 percent more for natural gas and .8 percent more for electricity as a result of a rate adjustments approved by the Idaho Public Utilities Commission.

Warriors blank Wampus Cats

CLARK FORK — Jake Pfeifer threw three touchdown passes, and Simeon Desautel rushed for four scores, as the balanced Warriors blanked the Wampus Cats 50-0 to spoil the Homecoming festivities on Friday night in Clark Fork.

Highway district seeks dismissal of city's lawsuit

SANDPOINT — The Independent Highway District is moving to dismiss a lawsuit filed by the city in a feud over tax revenue.

Drug tests pending in plane crash

SANDPOINT — Drug test results are pending in the case of a pilot who crashed at Sandpoint Airport Monday.

Bulldog boys tie Vikings 1-1

SANDPOINT — Sandpoint was once again plagued by a slow start, scoring late to earn a 1-1 draw with Coeur d’Alene in nonleague boys soccer on Thursday at Pine St. Field.

Qualls resigns council, accepts city job

SANDPOINT — Aaron Qualls may be stepping down from the Sandpoint City Council, but he’ll still be seeing his fair share of City Hall.

SHS grad seeks answers to visa issues

Jule Paul wants to stay in Sandpoint; faces deportation

SANDPOINT — For 20-year-old Jule Paul, Sandpoint is home.

Bulldog volleyball team sweeps Post Falls, Moses Lake

POST FALLS — Lexi Riley posted eight kills and four aces, leading Sandpoint past Post Falls 25-10, 25-13, 25-20 on Thursday in a road tri-match.

Robinson sparks Bulldogs to 2-1 win over Vikings

COEUR d’ALENE — Athena Robinson had her best game of the season, scoring a goal and providing a lift to Sandpoint, which beat Coeur d’Alene 2-1 on Tuesday in nonleague girls soccer road match.

BCSO unveils new BearCat

SANDPOINT — A piece of equipment deemed vital by the Bonner County Sheriff’s Office has finally dropped into place.

Demand Congressional Reform Act's passage

Congress is completely out of control with their cuts to services to the people while they continue to collect their pay and benefits. It’s time for the American people to unite and demand passage of The Congressional Reform Act of 2013.

Where do fantasy and reality begin, end?

In what at first appeared a refreshing change of pace, our imported resident radical socialist, Mr. Jason Benell, in his Sept. 17 letter, implored the public to debate “reality, and not fantasy.”

Plane crash damage could take months to fix

Status of criminal investigation unclear

SANDPOINT — It could take up to seven months to restore the instrument landing system that was damaged in Monday’s plane crash, according to Sandpoint Airport Manager Dave Schuck.

LPOSD schools note academic progress

SANDPOINT — The Lake Pend Oreille School District charted another good year when it comes to Idaho state rankings.

Sandpoint's BID doesn't help anyone

This BID is unjust and I would like to give real reasons this “law, tax, organized group” should not be allowed to continue:

Housekeeping chores fill city's agenda

SANDPOINT — Aside from welcoming the Idaho Community Review team, the City Council spent most of its time on housekeeping issues last Wednesday.

Contor, Matlosz earn wins against Vikings

SANDPOINT — Madi Contor won the 100 butterfly and Kate Matlosz won the 200 individual medley, leading the Sandpoint swim team during its home opener against Coeur d’Alene and Lakeland on Wednesday at the Sandpoint West Athletic Club.

Common sense ideas offer help with motion sickness

Ben thought sailing would be an attractive, adventurous sport until he found out that he would hurl when the sails unfurled.

Corps plans deep winter drawdown

SANDPOINT — A deep drawdown is planned for Lake Pend Oreille this winter, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announced on Tuesday.

Labrador: Obama to blame in budget crisis

Idaho Congressman Raul Labrador blamed a potential federal government shutdown next month on what he sees as President Barack Obama’s unwillingness to delay the health care reform law’s further implementation.

Bulldog girls notch 0-0 tie

COEUR d’ALENE — Aided by a solid performance from the back four, Makayla Sundquist had seven saves to post her fourth shutout of the season as Sandpoint and Lake City played to a 0-0 tie in nonleague girls soccer Tuesday at the Irma Anderl Soccer Complex.

Late goals cap Bulldog win over Timberwolves

SANDPOINT — For nearly 70 minutes, it looked like Lake City was destined for a 1-0 win, before a deluge of late goals propelled Sandpoint to a 4-1 win in nonleague boys soccer on Tuesday at Pine St. Field.

LPOSD explores school gun policy

SANDPOINT — Over the next few months, the Lake Pend Oreille School Board will be exploring the pros and cons of a guns-in-the-classroom policy.

Byway leads voting for transportation award

SANDPOINT — With just over a week to go, the Sand Creek Byway has a slim lead on the rest of field for the America’s Transportation Award.

LPOSD to look at gun research

SANDPOINT — School board members plan to target the prospect of arming school staff for enhanced security at the trustee meeting tonight.

SHS coaches host youth girls basketball clinic

SANDPOINT — The Sandpoint High School girls basketball coaching staff will be conducting a free basketball clinic for all girls from the fourth through eighth grades, beginning Sept. 29 and running through March of 2014. 

Karen Bowers, we will miss you

Karen Bowers, we will most certainly miss you! After many years of commitment, devotion and dedication, as executive and then artistic director of our well-renowned Panida Theater, Karen recently retired. Oftentimes, she wore so many “hats,” that it looked like she was head-balancing a tower of Chinese, bamboo food boxes, where each box carried a different chore, in order to keep the Panida functioning and up-to-date.

Plane crash destroys airport's navigational system

SANDPOINT — A pilot accused of flying drunk crashed his airplane Monday at the Sandpoint Airport, destroying its navigation equipment.

Group nets funds to buy final trail parcel

SANDPOINT — Members of the Friends of the Pend d’Oreille Bay Trail never thought all their hard work would pay off so quickly.

Bulldog volleyball team closes gap on Bengals

LEWISTON — Facing the reigning 5A state champion Bengals for the third time this season, the Bulldogs once again fell in straight sets, but closed the gap significantly in both final score and overall competitiveness.

Used properly, coal results in jobs, heat

Coal trains, eh? Local “waterkeeper Shannon Williamson” and company obviously never had a chemistry course. Coal, carbon (from the Latin) ubiquitous in nature; inert, “very low toxicity” (means EPA isn’t the least bit concerned); atomic number 6, atomic weight 12, melting point, 3,500 degrees Celsius, boiling point 4,827. Inert. Doesn’t go into solution in water.

Small Business Association honors Encoder Products

SAGLE — Encoder Products Company recently was presented the 2012 Administrator’s Award for Excellence by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). The award is given in recognition of outstanding contribution and service to the nation by a small business in satisfying the needs of the Federal procurement system. SBA official James A. Gambardella, Director of the Office of Government Contracting Area VI, noted that the award is a “prestigious honor” and acknowledges EPC as being “..one of our nation’s outstanding small businesses in 2012.”

Technology isn't always the answer

Dr. Oron Watts makes synthetic beef from stem cells in the Tissue Engineering and Organ Fabrication Laboratory at Harvard. The product is edible, protein rich and low in fat. It costs pennies to produce compared to beef raised on the hoof, and is slated to grace our grocery store shelves within the next decade. However, Dr. Watts observes,” My concern is that we are going to see renewed trust in the idea that we can use technology to solve the problems created by our use of technology.”

Chained CPI another way to steal benefits

Some members of Congress have devised another plan to steal Social Security benefits from the American people. They call it “chained CPI.”

IFF's education looks a great deal like lobbying

My dictionary defines a lobbyist as one who tries to influence the thinking of legislators or other public officials.

Review taps into community's goals, identity

SANDPOINT — A visit from a team of rural development experts kept local business owners and city officials busy this pst week.  

Diplomacy is the answer in Syria

What terrible deaths by chemical weapons in Syria. Yet some 100,000 others have been killed “conventionally” in that conflict. Sending missiles that inevitably kill additional folks is a sick way to protest or punish for killing folks. And granting shipments of arms is like tossing guns to drunks fighting in a pub.

Consumer awareness fuels store's expansion

Winter Ridge Natural Foods doubles in size, adds features

SANDPOINT — Next door in Washington state, the battle over a November ballot measure to require labeling of genetically engineered foods is building to a fever pitch.

Life sentence in lewd case

SANDPOINT — A Clark Fork man who pleaded guilty to repeatedly molesting a minor in Bonner County was sentenced Thursday to life in prison.

Big passing plays, hard-hitting defense propel Bulldogs to win

SANDPOINT — It’s amazing how many times a football game changes on a special teams play, and such was the case in Sandpoint’s 28-7 pounding of West Valley in a home opening football game Friday night at Barlow Stadium.

Hacker withdraws from council race

SANDPOINT — City Council candidate Allen Hacker has filed to withdraw from the local election campaign, bringing the list of Sandpoint candidates on the ballot down to nine.

Labrador headlines next week's Legislative Summit

COEUR d’ALENE — It’s the last official weekend of summer and most locals look forward to fall colors, cooler temperatures and football, but for policy wonks it marks the beginning of a new political cycle.

Wampus Cats fall to Knights

CLARK FORK — The Wampus Cats had trouble with Lakeside’s serving, falling to the Knights 25-20, 25-21, 25-27, 25-14 in a North Star League volleyball match on Thursday night in Clark Fork.

Plea talks under way in arson case

COEUR d’ALENE — A pretrial settlement agreement is pending in the case of a Sandpoint man accused of arson in Kootenai County, court records show.

Local gunning for second World Championship win

Pair to compete at upcoming tournament

SANDPOINT — One of the beauties of playing sports is rekindling that youthful feeling of joy and fun.

Shelter embezzler has prior record

SANDPOINT — A Sagle woman awaiting sentencing for embezzling from the Panhandle Animal Shelter already owes more than $100,000 in restitution in an embezzlement case out of Kootenai County.

Scott scores hat trick in Bulldog blowout

SANDPOINT — Senior Sierra Scott found the back of the net early and often, netting a hat trick in the first half of Sandpoint’s 5-0 win over Lewiston on Thursday in nonleague girls soccer at Pine St. Field.

Battery suspect waives hearing

SANDPOINT — A Sandpoint man implicated in an alleged blind-sided attack on a Bonner County man outside a downtown bar waived his right Wednesday to a preliminary hearing.

Habitat for Humanity, Wells Fargo partner on Habitat home

SANDPOINT — Idaho Panhandle Habitat for Humanity and Wells Fargo broke ground in Sandpoint, with Wells Fargo committing $15,000 to a new home for Ryan and Amanda Ruff and their three children.

Quest soars with 100th plane

SANDPOINT — Only 10 years ago, the Kodiak was just a glimmer in the eyes of Quest Aircraft’s founders — now it’s a global presence.

Bulldog boys blank Bengals

LEWISTON — After shaking off lethargic legs from the bus ride down, the Sandpoint boys settled in and notched a 4-0 win over Lewiston in nonleague boys soccer on Thursday.

In praise of the RNs at Bonner General

I recently had an opportunity to experience both the emergency room and the intensive care unit of Bonner General Hospital.

Lt. governor tours local manufacturers

SANDPOINT — Idaho Lt. Gov. Brad Little believes Idaho could learn a lot from Sandpoint and its surrounding communities.

Why can you buy gas cheaper in BF?

To all Sandpoint gas station owners:

Laclede Water District disputes recall method

Chairman announces resignation from board

LACLEDE — The chairman of the Laclede Water District announced his resignation Wednesday, although the board intends to challenge the state’s determination on a pending recall election.

Ackley shines at National Senior Olympics

SANDPOINT — Ella Ackley admits she was not a good runner, so the 71 year-old retired P.E. teacher decided six years ago to begin swimming as a way to stay in top shape.

Companies only care about stockholders

Ms. Oakes’ column (Sept. 3, Daily Bee) is concise, revelatory, extremely well written and statistically accurate.

Eve's Leaves taking part in 'Shop Local' event

SANDPOINT — Eileen Fisher, a brand synonymous with beautifully simple clothes, is partnering with specialty stores across the United States for its third annual Shop Local event.

Fountain's thief also took family memories

To whoever took the last memories of childhood, mother and mother — a stone water fountain — from our yard on Ontario Street in late August.

Ness: We need to invest in roads now

PONDERAY — Investing in Idaho roads now is a gift to future generations, Idaho Transportation Department director Brian Ness told local residents Wednesday.

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East Hope tables fire annexation

EAST HOPE — Tempers flared and emotions ran high as council members debated whether or not the city should annex into Sam Owen Fire District during Tuesday's council meeting. After a lengthy debate — peppered with some insults and accusations — the council, however, postponed a vote on the annexation until late October. That, they said, will give them time to sort out public opinion, budgeting questions and thoroughly weigh all options regarding the controversial subject.

Weme boots hat trick as Bulldogs blank Hawks

SANDPOINT — Emma Weme keyed a one-sided first half with a hat trick of goals, propelling the Bulldog girls to a 4-0 win over the Hawks in 4A Inland Empire League soccer on Tuesday under the lights of War Memorial Field.

Bulldogs blank Hawks, 2-0

RATHDRUM — Jeremiah Gagnon and Joab Logan each scored goals, and Jake Rookey posted a shutout in goal to lead the Bulldogs to a 2-0 win over the Hawks on Tuesday in a 4A North battle at Lakeland High School.

Habitat for Humanity ReStore sets grand reopening

SANDPOINT — There are many great non-profits in the Sandpoint area. Some make a small difference in many lives, others make a larger difference.

Treatment varies to address shoulder pain and injuries

Many years ago I dislocated my shoulder. How it happened is pretty stupid, involving a metal cooler, an icy dock, a boat, a wind storm, Halloween and a few drinks.

Martin serves Bulldogs past Bears in league battle

SANDPOINT — Sandpoint junior Taylor Martin accomplished an incredibly rare feat in Sandpoint’s 25-10, 25-12, 25-16 dispatching of Moscow during 4A Inland Empire League volleyball Tuesday night at Les Rogers Court.

Recall targets Laclede Water District officials

LACLEDE — Discontent with the operation of the Laclede Water District and certain board members is reaching a boiling point.

Volunteers invited to sweep paths

SANDPOINT — Volunteers will be out in force on Saturday, Sept. 21, to spruce up bicycle and pedestrian facilities in and around Sandpoint.

Matlosz, Crayne lead Bulldog swimmers at Icebreaker

COEUR d’ALENE — Freshman Kate Matlosz finished second in the 200 free and sixth in the 100 butterfly, and teammate Shanna Crayne was third in the 100 free and fourth in the 100 backstroke to lead the Bulldog swim team on Saturday at the Icebreaker meet at the Kroc Center.

Byway receives another award

SANDPOINT — The Sand Creek Byway has earned yet another accolade.

SMS principal in the running for national honor

SANDPOINT — Kim Keaton better be brushing up on his version of, “I’d like to thank the Academy.”

Levora wins second straight race to start season

SANDPOINT — Senior Sam Levora smoked the field, clocking a 16:18 to win the boys race Saturday at the Coeur d’Alene Invite at Hayden Canyon.

City needs to explain what bike stencils are

Did the city have the big bike stencils painted on the streets in downtown? Please let us know what they actually mean. Does this mean that bikes have the right of way in the middle of any road that has a sign on it?

Liband powers Bulldogs to second place finish

SANDPOINT — Senior captain Emma Liband had a huge tournament, swatting 24 kills to go with team highs of 15 blocks and 11 aces, leading the Bulldogs to a second place finish among 24 teams on Saturday at the Lakeland Invitational volleyball tournament.

Let's debate reality instead of fantasy

With the situation in Syria heating up, we hear from the right the chants of a president that oversteps his boundaries or that Obama is somehow usurping the power of Congress or worse, that somehow our administration is corrupted by Islamic religious fundamentalist groups. I think these kinds of things really need to stop if we are to take these folks seriously and engage in serious debate.

Swanson's job was incorrectly stated

Thorne Research and its employees remain deeply saddened by the loss of life occasioned by the inexplicable and horrendous action of our former employee, Jeremy Swanson, in taking the life of his wife and unborn child. Our deepest sympathies will remain with the families of both the victims and the perpetrator.

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Bike shop gives classics new life

    SANDPOINT – There are people of a certain age who grew up with bicycles as a means of transportation and as the vehicle that could transport them to other realms.

Speeding motorists are the real problem

I heard that Sandpoint Police are ticketing dog owners for dogs being off-leash. I can comply with this. 

Council preps for state review

SANDPOINT — With the Idaho Community Review scheduled to begin shortly, city officials are preparing to get the most out of the experience. 

Common Core paints a worrying picture

The more one hears about the schools’ Common Core Standards being implemented this fall, the more unsettling the picture gets.

Obama's tactics may be effective

It’s looking like President Obama’s threat of a missile strike against Syria may work out after all. The Assad government has Indicated to Russia they would turn over their chemical weapons to an international body or allow them to be destroyed.

Work planned for city streets

By CAMERON RASMUSSON

Byway competes for national award

North Idaho Bikeways would reap windfall if project wins

SANDPOINT — Vote early and vote often.

Bowen, Nesbitt power Wampus Cats past Tigers

MULLAN — The one-two punch of senior quarterback Zach Nesbitt and junior running back Brandan Bowen accounted for five touchdowns, propelling the Wampus Cats to a convincing 48-12 win over Mullan in North Star League football Friday afternoon in Mullan.

Plea is entered in assault case

SANDPOINT — A Bonner County man accused of firing a pistol toward a woman during a domestic dispute is scheduled to be sentenced in November.

Tough third quarter dooms Bulldogs in loss

CHENEY — A lopsided third quarter proved costly for Sandpoint, as Post Falls scored four consecutive touchdowns to blow open a close game and cruise to a 46-25 win on Friday night at Eastern Washington University.

Bulldogs blank Badgers, 4-0

SANDPOINT — Four different players found the back of the net, leading Sandpoint to a 4-0 win over Bonners Ferry in nonleague boys soccer on Friday night at War Memorial Field.

Black Bear Attack

Hunter captures bear attack on smartphone

SANDPOINT — There are hunting stories and then there are hunting stories with video.

Chamber moves health fair to May

SANDPOINT — The Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Bonner General Hospital, is excited to announce the new date for the sixth annual Community Health and Safety Fair.

Warner serves Wampus Cats past Warriors

CLARK FORK — Freshman Allison Warner had a monster serving night, tallying 16 aces and closing out two games with long service runs while leading host Clark Fork to a 25-21, 25-18 and 25-19 win over Kootenai in North Star League volleyball on Tuesday night.

Project seeks to scale back conditions

SAGLE — The developers of a hotly contested housing project overlooking the Pend Oreille River are seeking to scale back fire protection requirements for waterfront homes.

FEMA grant sought to level home

SANDPOINT — Bonner County expects to learn next year if it will be awarded a federal grant to purchase and level a home that was built in the floodway of two migrating rivers.

Bulldogs looking to pick up win on 'The Inferno'

SANDPOINT — The combination of Friday the 13th, bright red turf and the opportunity to play in a college stadium will make tonight’s football game between Sandpoint and Post Falls a little extra special.

Area mayors: Year packed with change

SANDPOINT — It’s been a year of big changes for local cities.   

Community pauses to remember 9/11

SANDPOINT — If one thing has become clear since Sept. 11, 2001, it’s that the country owes a debt of gratitude to volunteers and first responders everywhere.

Commercial pigpens should have spot here

I recently picked up my pork from Wood’s Processing. I had purchased a pig at the county fair. By checking the Bee ( Sept. 4, 2013), readers will see the prices of the sales.

Sidewalks' cost should fall on city

Why are sidewalks the responsibility of homeowners? An article in the Bee (Sept. 3, 2013) pointed out that the Sandpoint City Council is considering new costs to residents over sidewalks.

Petco to open at Bonner Mall

PONDERAY — The addition of Petco at Bonner Mall early next year should open up the commercial center to a new breed of shopper.

Man jailed on kidnapping charge

SANDPOINT — A Bonner County man is facing a suite of criminal charges for allegedly kidnapping his wife and threatening her with a stun gun and a survival knife during a domestic dispute that spanned from Cocolalla to Sandpoint on Monday.

Green Monarchs prove one of Pend Oreille Cup highlights

SANDPOINT — Soccer fans were treated to an exciting, festive exhibition game last Saturday evening under the lights at War Memorial Field. The pitch was wet and played fast, adding to the Monarchs advantage. The decade old rivalry pitted Spokane/CDA powerhouse Tizoc Warriors versus Sandpoint’s Green Monarchs. Signifying their loyalty to Sandpoint soccer, the Monarchs wore red jerseys.

Home appraisers out inspecting properties

We recently attended a conference of Idaho assessors and 41 counties were represented out of the 44 in the state.

The earlier the better when it comes to flu shot

It’s not the cooler evenings or the kids back to school that signals fall around here. Nope. It’s those little signs at the pharmacies and grocery stores saying “Flu Shots Available.” They mean two things. One, the leaves will soon start to turn color and, two, it’s close to flu season.

Bulldogs sweep home openers

SANDPOINT — Sandpoint was sharp in a home opening volleyball doubleheader on Tuesday at Les Rogers Court, sweeping Post Falls 25-12, 25-20 and 25-20, before taking down Greater Spokane League foe Gonzaga Prep 25-18, 26-24, 16-25 and 25-21 in the nightcap.

Council races packed with candidates

SANDPOINT — It’s shaping up to be a busy year for city elections.

Second suspect in attack jailed

SANDPOINT — A second suspect in an alleged attack that fractured a Bonner County man’s skull has been taken into custody.

Wampus Cats drop NSL opener

MULLAN — Sydney Koenig had 16 kills and four blocks to lead the Tigers past the Wampus Cats 20-25, 25-8, 25-19, 25-19 in the North Star League opener for both schools Tuesday at the Mullan Pavilion.

Brown granted re-hearing in Coolin killing

SANDPOINT — A Bonner County man convicted of shooting Leslie Carlton Breaw to death at Priest Lake may be allowed to withdraw his guilty plea.

Bulldogs win battle of state champions

SANDPOINT — It was all Sandpoint in a matchup of reigning state soccer champions, as the 4A Bulldogs dispatched the 5A Trojans 2-0 on Tuesday in nonleague boys soccer at War Memorial Field.

Warrants issued for convicted embezzlers

SANDPOINT — Arrest warrants were issued Thursday for two Priest River residents convicted of embezzling from their respective employers.

Syria insignificant compared to others

Re: “Doing Nothing Is Not An Option”

Bulldog girls blanked by CV

SPOKANE — The Sandpoint girls soccer team suffered its first defeat of the season, falling 4-0 to Central Valley in a nonleague match on Monday.

Clues sought on woman's disappearance

BONNERS FERRY — Troy Police have issued a missing and endangered person advisory for a 36-year-old Troy woman who has been missing since last Monday.

Community organizer taking America to war

We’re told Syria has crossed a red line and we must act now (or whenever Congress returns from vacation).

Martin, Neumann lead Bulldogs at Lewiston

LEWISTON — Taylor Martin smacked 23 kills and Hannah Neumann 22 to lead the Bulldogs to a 4-1 record and second place finish on Saturday at the Lewiston Tournament.

Swanson receives life sentence in stabbing deaths

Double homicide continues to baffle

This story was updated on Sept. 13 to more accurately reflect Swanson's job title at Thorne Research.

U.S. has no place attacking Syria

Some reasons for not going in to Syria:

Campground's closing compounds tragedy

I would like to address the front page article in the Bee (Aug. 29, 2013) titled “Details scarce in fatality at campground.” I had the privilege of knowing Kyle Garrett and actually met him in the backcountry of the Frank Church Wilderness in central Idaho at a primitive air strip and camp ground.

Help sought to save beloved companion

A young man and his two daughters have a caring, loving and protective 7-year-old companion named Shiloh. Shiloh plays, goes camping, watches from the yard for the bus to come home with her girls. Shiloh was taken to Animal Medical Care, where she was diagnosed with a tumor; there isn’t any hope for survival without surgery. The family is devastated. Like a lot of us in Bonner County, he is struggling to pay his bills each month, and keep a roof over their head.

Founding documents lay out America's promise

The great promise of America is laid out in our founding documents. The Declaration of Independence tells us that all men are created equal. At the time, the founders actually meant white “men,” as women couldn’t vote and most blacks were slaves.

City unleashes new pet ordinance

SANDPOINT — Residents who feed and shelter stray cats should be prepared to take full responsibilities, Sandpoint council members voted Wednesday.

Lightning-caused blaze burns down Priest River barn

PRIEST RIVER — A lightning strike started a fire that eventually burned down a pole barn just east of Priest River during Tuesday night’s storm.

Panida changes guard at top post

SANDPOINT — The baton has been passed at the Panida Theater, marking a new chapter in the downtown landmark’s illustrious, 86-year history.

Man arrested for attack on bar patron

Second suspect sought for arrest

SANDPOINT — One man was arrested Thursday and another is sought for arrest in connection with an alleged attack that left a Sandpoint man in critical condition with a skull fracture.

City sidewalk plan provokes backlash

SANDPOINT — A proposed ordinance requiring sidewalk repair or installation when a home is sold provoked a backlash Wednesday.

Perry sparks Bulldogs in loss to Knights

SPOKANE — Not much went right for the Bulldogs in the first three quarters of Friday night’s season opener at East Valley High School, as penalties and turnovers resulted in a 34 point deficit heading into the fourth quarter.

Details emerge in rape case

SANDPOINT — A Sandpoint teen accused of raping and sodomizing a 14-year-old girl was ordered held Friday in lieu of $100,000 bail.

Winter Ridge selects CCS as 'Bags of Change' recipient

SANDPOINT — Community Cancer Services is the most recent recipient of Winter Ridge Natural Foods Market’s “Bags of Change” program.

East Hope debates city's fire protection services

EAST HOPE — If there’s a fire, who will respond, how quickly with what equipment and at what cost to the city are the questions the City Council is discussing while debating whether or not to disband the local fire department and annex into Sam Owen Fire District.

Kiebert, Scott power Bulldogs past Vikings

SANDPOINT — It was a lunch pail type of game for Sandpoint in a 2-1 nonleague win over Coeur d’Alene in a girls soccer season opener on Thursday at War Memorial Field.

Badgers sweep Wampus Cats

CLARK FORK — Annie Wurm led Clark Fork with 15 set assists, but it wasn’t enough, as the 1A Wampus Cats lost to 3A Bonners Ferry 25-16, 25-19 and 25-8 in straight sets Thursday night in season opening volleyball action at Clark Fork High School.

BGH sky bridge gets OK

SANDPOINT — City officials gave Bonner General Hospital clearance to move forward with a proposed sky bridge to link the facility with its planned extension center.

Vikings blank Bulldog boys

COEUR d’ALENE — Devin Kohles had a goal and an assist as the Coeur d’Alene Vikings scored twice in two minutes to break the game open and beat the Sandpoint Bulldogs 3-0 in nonleague boys soccer action Thursday afternoon.

Anglers oppose fees for Mirror Lake access

SAGLE — A group of Bonner County anglers are seeking clarity on whether use fees can be charged to access Mirror Lake.

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Community, sponsors make program possible

A huge thank you from the Angels Over Sandpoint to all the amazing volunteers and contributors to our Back to School Supply Program.

Shepard leads Sandpoint JV in five set loss to Badgers

BONNERS FERRY — Mackenzie McDonald had 14 kills and three aces to lead the Badgers past the Bulldog junior varsity 12-25, 25-15, 23-25, 25-20, 17-15 in a nonleague match on Tuesday night.

A sad day in Sandpoint if local stores disappear

As I look around downtown Sandpoint, I realize that our small local businesses, with their knowledgeable staff, always willing to assist with customer questions, and selections, are disappearing before our very eyes. Big box stores with their staff of “I don’t care and don’t know much about our products,” and you’re specific needs, are effectively eliminating long time downtown Sandpoint fixtures.

Schools need simple, balanced approach

Regarding expensive, private sector, untried educational programs, one might suspect plain, old, ugly profiteering.

We need to empower education, teachers

We need to seek the best possible education for our children, and the teaching of the values that we hold dear to our heart. But, there is an agenda that is slithering through our educational system in the form of Common Core. Please educate yourself, and look beyond what the proponents of this plan say.

Deadline nears for city races

SANDPOINT — Two days remain for Bonner County residents to announce their candidacy for city office.

Judge dismisses seat-slashing case

SANDPOINT — A felony vandalism charge against a Bonner County man accused of slashing dozens of chair lift seat covers at Schweitzer Mountain Resort was dismissed on Wednesday.

Hearing in sex battery postponed

SANDPOINT — A preliminary hearing was postponed Wednesday for a Bonners Ferry man accused of sexually abusing a Sandpoint teenager.

Oral health is a key part of your overall health

You might remember the 2007 story about the 12-year-old boy who complained of a toothache then died in a Maryland hospital due to the bacteria from an abscessed tooth spreading to his brain. The media had a field day with the story.

Schriber named chamber's top volunteer

SANDPOINT — Not only is Barb Schriber busy raising two young boys, she also helps her husband run the family construction business.

Sandpoint JV ties Charter

SANDPOINT — Natalie Goetz drove the length of the field and passed the ball to Abby Bartlett, who scored in the 66th minute for the Panthers, who played to a 1-1 tie against the Bulldog junior varsity on Tuesday at Centennial Field.

Workshops set on Avista rate adjustments

COEUR d’ALENE — Staff from the Idaho Public Utilities Commission will be in Coeur d’Alene on Thursday, Sept. 5, to explain three Avista Utilities’ annual rate adjustments — two increases and one decrease — that are proposed to become effective Oct. 1.

Truce is called in KEA lawsuit

SANDPOINT — The Kootenai Environmental Alliance and Bonner County officials have called a truce in a legal battle over public records connected to the county’s dimmed-out Property Rights Council.

The good and the bad from Vandals opener

MOSCOW — They talked about it all last week, Idaho football coach Paul Petrino said earlier this week in his weekly news conference with local media.

Area featured in documentary

SANDPOINT — Bonner County may just find themselves on the big screens of the film festival circuit following the recent filming of documentary footage in town.

Businesses' web presence nets Google nod

SANDPOINT — Local businesses’ online footprint was big enough this year to attract the attention of an Internet giant.

Council to focus on city sidewalks

SANDPOINT — Safe, pedestrian-friendly sidewalks  will be the theme of the City Council meeting Wednesday.

Bulldogs dominate at Libby

LIBBY, Mont. — Sandpoint swept all four cross country races on Saturday at the season-opening Libby Invitational. The boys and girls varsity, and boys and girls JV teams all finished first, with the Sandpoint girls edging Glacier Peak by one point and the boys beating Whitefish by eight points.

We deserve better than old-fashioned design

It was good to see the Sandpoint City Council approved the design for the new grandstands at Memorial Field. However, why would they approve such an old-fashioned design with vertical supports supporting the roof that is very similar to what exist and what Kim Woodruff seems to think we currently enjoy?

Will theft be thought of as 'chicken feed?'

I read recently in the Daily Bee that there has (apparently) been some mishandling of funds at the Panhandle Animal Shelter. This is a very unfortunate situation but yours truly is skeptical that any charges will be pursued by the Bonner County prosecutor as the amount allegedly taken was probably just … “chicken feed?”

Chamber's WIB panel looks at male-dominated careers

SANDPOINT — The Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce hosts its September Women in Business luncheon today.

Be careful following herbicide treatment

Herbicide treatment for Eurasian milfoil appears to be the most practiced solution for abatement of this extremely invasive plant in waterways. Discussion based on scientific trials undertaken by both product manufacturers and independent universities focus on safety factors affecting humans, animals (rats, mice, guinea pigs, amphibians, and fish species), and plants (broadleaf and other aquatic plants such as microorganisms, fungi, mosses, and algae as well as surrounding flora that might be affected from overspray or groundwater translocation).

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Coal train debate must utilize facts

The coal train controversy would make more sense if the opponents would deal with facts rather than conjecture.

'No turn on red' is essential to safety

In response to Robert Ashbrook’s letter:

States rethinking Common Core

When the states ventured into reviewing Common Core State Standards in 2010 for classroom use, they believed they would have control over curriculum, testing and teacher training. Nothing is further from the truth.

Music conservatory earns national accreditation

SANDPOINT — The Music Conservatory of Sandpoint started four years ago in the corner of a local dance studio with little more than a handful of miniature keyboards and a heart full of dreams.

Spirit Lake man put on probation

SANDPOINT — A Spirit Lake man imprisoned for molesting a minor in Bonner County over a four-year period is being released onto probation.