Stories for January 2020

Friday, January 31

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Best Shot - Jan. 31, 2020

If you have an original picture that you took that you would like to see run as a Best Shot or I Took The Bee send it in to the Bonner County Daily Bee, P.O. Box 159, Sandpoint, Idaho, 83864; or drop them off at 310 Church St., Sandpoint. You may also email your pictures in to the Bonner County Daily Bee along with your name, caption information, hometown and phone number to bcdailybee@bonnercountydailybee.com.

January 31, 2020 1 a.m.

Bonner County News of Record - Jan. 20, 2020

Editor’s note: Some calls do not list numbered locations or other location details because that information was not listed on the log provided by Bonner Dispatch.

The biggest sporting events of the year are happening this weekend: Dog Bowl III and Puppy Bowl XVI.

January 31, 2020 1 a.m.

Religious Freedom Day resolution stalls in committee

A proposal to designate Jan. 16 as Religious Freedom Day in Idaho has been held in the House State Affairs Committee. The concurrent resolution sponsored by Rep. Jake Ellis, D-Boise, and Sen. Grant Burgoyne, D-Boise, would commemorate the 1786 adoption of the Virginia Statute for Religious Freedom drafted by Thomas Jefferson.

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Bonner County Calendar - Jan. 31, 2020

FRIDAY, Jan. 31

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Dreams explored at Lifetree Café

Expert advice about the origins and meaning of dreams will be featured at Lifetree Café on Monday, February 3, at 2 p.m.

January 31, 2020 1 a.m.

Lady Cats lose to Miners

CLARK FORK — Clark Fork girls basketball was unable to keep up with Wallace on Thursday night, falling 46-32.

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SHS dance team wins limelight competition

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We are called to be disciples of Christ

As Christians we are called to be disciples (followers) of Christ. But what does it mean to be a disciple?

January 31, 2020 1 a.m.

County OKs funds for safety aids

Several times a year, Bonner County Marine Deputies are dispatched to help errant boaters or kayakers whether or not they are in an emergency situation. In order to provide aid quickly, Marine Division Lieutenant, Douglas McGeachy appealed to county commissioners to approve a grant request for forward looking infrared cameras.

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Pastor Tim Remington: ‘I didn’t want it’

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7 kids pass belt tests

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Rhodes facing $13M FCC fine

SANDPOINT — A former Sandpoint resident is facing an almost $13 million fine proposed by the Federal Communications Commission for alleged caller ID spoofing linked to thousands of illegal robocalls.

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Religious Freedom Day resolution stalls in committee

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Editor’s note: Some calls do not list numbered locations or other location details because that information was not listed on the log provided by Bonner Dispatch.

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FRIDAY, Jan. 31

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(Jazmyn Sams, Idaho Hill Elementary, fifth grade)

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SHS dance team wins limelight competition

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Dwan Dean, 85

Dwan Dean, 85, passed away in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, on Wednesday, January 29, 2020.

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We are called to be disciples of Christ

As Christians we are called to be disciples (followers) of Christ. But what does it mean to be a disciple?

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Icon, Horizon credit unions announce merger plans

Icon and Horizon credit unions have announced plans to merge.

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Dreams explored at Lifetree Café

Expert advice about the origins and meaning of dreams will be featured at Lifetree Café on Monday, February 3, at 2 p.m.

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Lady Cats lose to Miners

CLARK FORK — Clark Fork girls basketball was unable to keep up with Wallace on Thursday night, falling 46-32.

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Pastor Tim Remington: 'I didn't want it'

When Gov. Brad Little spoke to Cindy Remington on the phone Tuesday, he told her, “You’re going to be waking up beside a legislator.”

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Pair of Sandpoint residents head to national cornhole tournament in Florida

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NWPOA's Tyler to speak at BCRW

PONDERAY — The head of the Northwest Property Owners Alliance will be speaking at Tuesday’s meeting of the Bonner County Republican Women, Inc.

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SAMS hosting showing of 'Overcomer'

Sandpoint Single Adult Ministries is its monthly First Friday event next week, Feb. 7, at Cedar Hills Church, 227 McGhee Road.

January 30, 2020 1 a.m.

Locomotive removed from Kootenai

MOYIE SPRINGS — Trains traditionally use a bridge to cross a river.

January 30, 2020 1 a.m.

Bonner County History - Jan. 26, 2020

From the archives of the

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Mother Nature plays role in sled dog races

Dan Hanks will be in this weekend’s sled dog races at Priest Lake.

January 30, 2020 1 a.m.

Inside Edge: Powder Pirates sail away with Junior Race Series gold

Shiffrin nabs No. 65 and 66 — Mikaela Shiffrin continued her march to the all-time World Cup win record with a big weekend in Bansko, Bulgaria. She is rapidly becoming the greatest all event skier of all time.

January 30, 2020 1 a.m.

Debut novel boasts humorous rural Idaho motif

Local author J.J. West announces the release of a new novel titled “Fiddlesticks! Tales From A Country Ghetto”, published by Bonner Media last November.

January 30, 2020 1 a.m.

Scott Keller takes the Burnt Spoon for 2020

A group of more than 50 turned out for the annual Eagles “Hottest Day of the Year” Chili contest Saturday, Jan. 25. Contestants competed for prizes and the honor of adding their name to the “Burnt Spoon Award.

January 30, 2020 1 a.m.

Jed Allen Turnbull, 64

Jed Allen Turnbull, 64, passed away on Tuesday, January 28, 2020 in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.

January 30, 2020 1 a.m.

Heather Wallace signs NLI to wrestle at University of Providence in Montana

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Best Shot - Jan. 30, 2020

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FOL book sale set for Saturday

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Bonner County News of Record - Jan. 19, 2020

Editor’s note: Some calls do not list numbered locations or other location details because that information was not listed on the log provided by Bonner Dispatch.

January 30, 2020 1 a.m.

The Super Bowl pick is in ...

After much anticipation, I’m finally ready to give my Super Bowl pick.

January 30, 2020 1 a.m.

Bonner County Calendar - Jan. 30, 2020

THURSDAY, Jan. 30

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President owed newspapers’, country’s respect

Why is it that the Bonner County Daily Bee and the Spokesmen Review newspapers always refer to any article pertaining to President Donald J. Trump just as “Trump?”

January 30, 2020 12:40 a.m.

Legals January 30, 2020

NOTICE OF SALE Notice is given that A Aaron's Self Storage on February 8, 2020 @ 9:05 AM at 1500 John Hudon Ln Sandpoint Id, the undersigned or assigns will conduct a public sale by auction to the highest bidder the contents of Unit A-12 Tracy Jones-Graham P. O. Box 2226 Sandpoint, ID 83864 Personal effects. SNP LEGAL 7544 AD#361162 JANUARY 30, FEBRUARY 6, 2020

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(K., Priest River Elementary, kindergarten)

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President owed newspapers', country's respect

Why is it that the Bonner County Daily Bee and the Spokesmen Review newspapers always refer to any article pertaining to President Donald J. Trump just as “Trump?”

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The Super Bowl pick is in ...

After much anticipation, I’m finally ready to give my Super Bowl pick.

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Mother Nature plays role in sled dog races

Dan Hanks will be in this weekend’s sled dog races at Priest Lake.

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2 daylight saving time bills spring forward in Idaho Legislature

By RILEY HAUN

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Bear activity nearing so plan for safe grizzly bear visits

BONNERS FERRY— Bears that do bear things often die as a result of relocation efforts or by euthanasia on behalf of wildlife authorities.

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Inside Edge: Powder Pirates sail away with Junior Race Series gold

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Groundhog predicts lots more winter entertainment

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Heather Wallace signs NLI to wrestle at University of Providence in Montana

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Scott Keller takes the Burnt Spoon for 2020

January 29, 2020 1 a.m.

Exchange ends in battery complaint

SANDPOINT — A conversation between two residents toward the end of Tuesday’s Bonner County Board of Commission weekly meeting prompted the county to ban all but written comments at its business meetings and a possible battery charge against one of the men.

January 29, 2020 1 a.m.

IHE students aim to make a difference

Idaho Hill Elementary students got the chance last Thursday, Jan. 23, to dress up as their favorite animals and take part in the school’s annual Martin Luther King Jr. Making a Difference Assembly.

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Best Shot - Jan. 29, 2020

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Don’t neglect to put you on your lengthy ‘to do’ list

Are your clothes tighter than they have ever been? Do you have jeans that haven’t seen the light of day for several months, maybe even for years?

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Bonner County Calendar - Jan. 29, 2020

WEDNESDAY, Jan. 29

20 Years Ago — 2000

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Arlo J. Clayburn

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Families invited to be part of Imagination Library

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LCSC announces honor roll students

After falling to Kellogg 48-17 on Tuesday night, the Spartans find themselves on their second four-game losing streak this season.

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WEDNESDAY, Jan. 29

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(Aiden Wyatt, Priest River Elementary, kindergarten)

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Mourning the loss of all lost in tragedy

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Fulcher sets academy nominations

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IHE students aim to make a difference

Idaho Hill Elementary students got the chance last Thursday, Jan. 23, to dress up as their favorite animals and take part in the school’s annual Martin Luther King Jr. Making a Difference Assembly.

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Road warrior Spartans fall short at Kellogg

The Priest River boys basketball team had a jammed pack week of games including playing three games in three days.

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Don't neglect to put you on your lengthy 'to do' list

Are your clothes tighter than they have ever been? Do you have jeans that haven’t seen the light of day for several months, maybe even for years?

Tuesday, January 28

January 28, 2020 10:01 p.m.

Bulldogs earn season sweep of Hawks

RATHDRUM — Sandpoint girls basketball notched a huge win over league rival Lakeland on Tuesday night, grabbing a stranglehold on the race for the 4A Inland Empire League regular season title.

January 28, 2020 10 p.m.

Lake City tops Sandpoint

January 28, 2020 1 a.m.

Lavon William Long, 85

Lavon William Long, 85, passed into the presence of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Friday, January 24, 2020 in Sagle, Idaho.

January 28, 2020 1 a.m.

Suspicious death goes to grand jury

Isenberg focus in 2-year-old case

January 28, 2020 1 a.m.

Fly fishers tend to divide the year into two seasons: fly fishing and fly tying. Furthermore, individual months don’t necessarily align with the traditional Gregorian calendar. Instead, they revolve around the life cycle of aquatic insects that excite feeding frenzies in hungry trout. For example, fly fishers eagerly await the emergence of March brown mayflies usually occurring in April at our northerly latitude. The October Caddis hatch often staggers from September to November. But, the Mother’s Day caddis hatch occurs dependably enough to invite your mom, or another important woman in your life, to join you for a day of fly fishing on the third Sunday in May. Can you think of a better way to express your feelings on this special day?

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Reducing greenhouse gas emissions should be a priority for all

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Science sucked into rules review

Idaho’s science standards were sucked into the black hole of legislative rules review last week where testimony debated climate change, and human impact on the environment.

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Suspicious death goes to grand jury

COEUR d’ALENE — A grand jury will convene Wednesday to determine if there is enough evidence to charge Lori Isenberg in the death of her husband.

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Mary Jeanne Owens, 71

Mary Jeanne Owens, 71, passed away on Sunday, January 26, 2020 at her home in Sagle, Idaho.

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Legislation would limit rerunning failed bonds

BOISE (AP) — Bond elections that fail won’t be allowed before voters again for a minimum of 11 months under proposed legislation approved Monday by a House committee.

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Brian Harvey

Brian Lee Harvey died peacefully in his home on Wednesday, January 22, 2020.

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Wampus Cats stomp Trojans

CLARK FORK — Clark Fork boys basketball couldn’t have scripted a better start to Monday’s game against the Post Falls C team.

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Lavon William Long, 85

Lavon William Long, 85, passed into the presence of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Friday, January 24, 2020 in Sagle, Idaho.

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9 Bulldogs medal, 4 claim first at Ted Kato Invite

THOMPSON FALLS, Mont. — Sandpoint wrestling shined this Saturday at the Ted Kato Invite.

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A tribute to a young man who is gone

I was fortunate to know Andrew Lucas.

While in the presence of her loving family on Friday, Dec. 27, 2019, Kathleen (Anderson) Flaherty, 73, died in faith.

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Editor’s note: Some calls do not list numbered locations or other location details because that information was not listed on the log provided by Bonner Dispatch.

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Minnie May Simmet, 83

Our beloved “Aunt Minnie” peacefully passed away from this world to her heavenly home on Jan. 18, 2020.

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WSS hosting chamber social

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Chamber welcomes Sandpoint Property Co.

SANDPOINT — The Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce welcomed The Sandpoint Property Company to their membership with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on January 21.

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Year brings new chapter to museum

SANDPOINT — The new year has brought many changes to the Bonner County Historical Society and Museum.

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Constitution should dictate how impeachment trial unfolds

Enough is enough. How long are you all going to allow political parties to do whatever they want without regard to the language of the Constitution? Maybe in the land of the Senate, the word “preside” does not mean what it means in the legal world. That seems counter-intuitive since the Constitution is the alpha of all legal documents. Blacks Law Dictionary defines “preside” as “[t]o occupy the place of authority as of president, chairman, moderator, etc. To direct, control or regulate proceedings as chief officer, moderator, etc. To possess or exercise authority. To preside over a court is to “hold it” -— to direct, control and govern it as the chief officer.”

January 26, 2020 1 a.m.

Weight limits set on county roads

SANDPOINT — With warm, rainy weather, road weight limits have been posted on some county roads.

January 26, 2020 1 a.m.

Risch’s nap be his most effective time in Senate

I heard on the local TV news (so I don’t know if it’s true) that Idaho Sen. Jim Risch fell asleep in his chair in the Senate chamber while a bug-eyed Bolshevik was bloviating a bunch of blather about the Democrats‘ impeachment Schiff show.

January 26, 2020 1 a.m.

Rule review adds unique aspect to session

At the risk of being redundant, I am going to venture into a topic that I believe my colleagues have touched upon as well in their previous “Notes from Boise” columns. In doing this, I am hopeful that my perspective will add to the overall knowledge of our legislative processes.

January 26, 2020 1 a.m.

When is a ‘weed’ not a weed? When it’s an herb!

In my vast collection of herbal/gardening books that date back to the 1600s with Culpeper and Gerard, and continue with a historical early American compendium on the plantings from the time of the pilgrims and on to the present, I have gleaned incredible information regarding the benefits of plants that are today overlooked or relegated to the classification of “weeds.”

January 26, 2020 1 a.m.

Still painting after all these years

An art gallery in Sandpoint that is still going after 25 years may be as scarce as hen’s teeth, but Ward Tollbom at Hen’s Tooth Studio is still painting finely detailed pictures of wildlife — after all these years.

January 26, 2020 1 a.m.

Bonner County History - Jan. 26, 2020

From the archives of the

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New bill would allow year-round wolf hunting

Idaho Senate resources committee to consider creation of wolf-free zones

January 26, 2020 1 a.m.

Kathryn L. Eachon

Kathy Eachon went home to glory on January 22, 2020, surrounded by her devoted family.

January 26, 2020 1 a.m.

LPOSD students spell success

SANDPOINT — It’s not often a word at a spelling bee prompts the giggles.

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Bonner County Calendar - Jan. 26, 2020

SUNDAY, Jan. 26

January 26, 2020 1 a.m.

FSE students applauded for buddy benches

Carrying on the tradition of highlighting the innovative things local elementary schools do, Farmin Stidwell principal, Erik Olson, updated the Lake Pend Oreille School Board at their recent meeting. From their parent group, now called PIE (Partners in Education) to their collaboration with Rotary to obtain buddy benches, the school has achieved a lot this year, he said.

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FSE students applauded for buddy benches

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Rule review adds unique aspect to session

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When is a 'weed' not a weed? When it's an herb!

Kathryn L. Eachon

Kathy Eachon went home to glory on January 22, 2020, surrounded by her devoted family.

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Weight limits set on county roads

SANDPOINT — With warm, rainy weather, road weight limits have been posted on some county roads.

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LPOSD students spell success

SANDPOINT — It’s not often a word at a spelling bee prompts the giggles.

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Still painting after all these years

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Editor’s note: Some calls do not list numbered locations or other location details because that information was not listed on the log provided by Bonner Dispatch.

Saturday, January 25

January 25, 2020 1 a.m.

Margaret Frances (Ulrich) Bergstrom, 103

Margaret Frances (Ulrich) Bergstrom, 103, died on Thursday, January 16, 2020, in Sandpoint, Idaho.

January 25, 2020 1 a.m.

Barbara May Gooby, 83

It is with heavy hearts that the family of Barbara May Gooby, 83, announces her passing on Wednesday, January 15, 2020, in Sandpoint, Idaho.

January 25, 2020 1 a.m.

Go Speed Racer, Go!

January 25, 2020 1 a.m.

Valiant effort by Wampus Cats falls short

January 25, 2020 1 a.m.

Get your picks in for the annual Bee Super Bowl Challenge

I’m not sure if you’ve heard but there’s a football game being played next Sunday — it’s called the Super Bowl.

January 25, 2020 1 a.m.

Miss Banff in Sandpoint? Film fest showing in CdA

Sandpoint’s Michael Boge has lobbied in Banff, Alberta, for years to bring mountain films to the big screen in Coeur d’Alene and Sandpoint.

January 25, 2020 1 a.m.

Essie Vera (Keasling) Bushie Hale, 92

Essie Vera (Keasling) Bushie Hale, 92, formerly of St. James, Mo., passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 21, 2020, in Sandpoint, Idaho

January 25, 2020 1 a.m.

Best Shot - Jan. 25, 2020

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Kathryn ‘Kathy’ Eachon, 91

Kathryn “Kathy” Eachon, 91, of Hayden, Idaho passed away January 22, 2020 at Schneidmiller Hospice House in Coeur d’ Alene, Idaho. Kathy was born on April 4, 1928 in Post Falls, Idaho to Jesse and Violet Leonard.

January 25, 2020 1 a.m.

Science standards draw debate

A panel of Idaho lawmakers heard contentious testimony on the state's education standards for science

January 25, 2020 1 a.m.

First grocery, property tax bills come before House committee

The House Revenue and Taxation Committee is gearing up to consider this year’s tax proposals. Wednesday’s hearing saw the introduction of several bills aimed at property and grocery taxes.

January 25, 2020 12:30 a.m.

Legals January 25, 2020

NOTICE TO CREDITORS (I.C. 15-3-801) IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF THE STATE OF IDAHO, IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF BONNER IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF ESTHER M. GILCHRIST Deceased. Case No. CV09-19-1939 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Shawn R. Keough has been appointed personal representative of the above-named decedent. All persons having claims against the decedent or the estate are required to present their claims within four months after the date of the first publication of this Notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must be presented to the undersigned at the address indicated and filed with the Clerk of the Court. DATED this 8th day of January, 2020. /s/ Katherine Elsaesser ELSAESSER ANDERSON, CHTD. 519 High Street P.O. Box 369 Priest River, ID 83856 Phone: (208) 448-2990 Fax: (208) 448-2990 SNP LEGAL 7501 AD#356829 JANUARY 11, 18, 25, 2020

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Get your picks in for the annual Bee Super Bowl Challenge

I’m not sure if you’ve heard but there’s a football game being played next Sunday — it’s called the Super Bowl.

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Essie Vera (Keasling) Bushie Hale, 92

Essie Vera (Keasling) Bushie Hale, 92, formerly of St. James, Mo., passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 21, 2020, in Sandpoint, Idaho

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Margaret Frances (Ulrich) Bergstrom, 103

Margaret Frances (Ulrich) Bergstrom, 103, died on Thursday, January 16, 2020, in Sandpoint, Idaho.

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Lady Cats outlasted by Red Devils

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Daylight Saving: Just a matter of time

There are those who go to great lengths to fight time. Cosmetic surgeries. Rec league football. Shopping sprees to Forever 21.

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Kathryn 'Kathy' Eachon, 91

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House committee hears tax proposals

The House Revenue and Taxation Committee is gearing up to consider this year’s tax proposals. Wednesday’s hearing saw the introduction of several bills aimed at property and grocery taxes.

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LPOHS seniors showcase diverse talents, interests

It’s not just about coming up with an idea; it’s putting that idea into something tangible, and then explaining it to not only teachers, but fellow students and the public.

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Friday, January 24

January 24, 2020 9:31 p.m.

Bulldogs crush Spartans

SANDPOINT — Sandpoint boys basketball was looking to bounce back from a tough loss to Kellogg on Tuesday and the Bulldogs did just that storming past Priest River 72-40 Friday night as five players scored in double figures.

January 24, 2020 1 a.m.

Brady Lee Hulquist

Brady Lee Hulquist, born in Missoula, Montana, on January 20, 1963, at St. Patrick’s Hospital, passed away Dec. 20, 2019, at Kootenai Health in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.

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Best Shot - Jan. 24, 2020

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Kid Weather - Jan. 24, 2020

(Katia T., Washington Elementary, kindergarten)

January 24, 2020 1 a.m.

The dance of the porcupines

While I lived and pastored in Nebraska I enjoyed going to auctions. I find them entertaining, even exciting at times. But have you ever noticed that every advertisement for an auction has the same disclaimer: “All items are being sold in ‘as is’ condition.” So, no matter how well dear old Mrs. Smith took care of her possessions, we can expect defects, dents and deficiencies.

January 24, 2020 1 a.m.

Court affirms murder plea, sentence

SANDPOINT — The Idaho Supreme Court has denied a review of its affirmation of the conviction and sentence of a Washington state man who pled guilty to a 2017 brutal stabbing attack that killed a cab driver in Bonner County.

January 24, 2020 1 a.m.

Should we all be taking burnout more seriously?

January 24, 2020 12:30 a.m.

Legals January 24, 2020

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Bonner County Commissioners will hold a public hearing at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, February 26, 2020 in the 3rd Floor BOCC Meeting Room, Suite 338 of the Bonner County Administration Building, 1500 Highway 2, Sandpoint, Idaho, to consider the following request: File VS0005-19 - Petition to Vacate a public right-of-way -Brian Ringe is petitioning to vacate a nonfunctioning 50-foot right-of-way located off Dufort in a portion of Section 4, Township 55 North, Range 4 West, Boise-Meridian. The property is zoned Rural 5. Any person needing special accommodations to participate in the public hearing should contact the Bonner County Planning Department at (208) 265-1458 at least 48 hours before the hearing. Written statements must be submitted to the planning department record no later than seven (7) days prior to the public hearing. Written statements not exceeding one standard letter sized, single spaced page may be submitted at the public hearing. Comments can be sent to the Bonner County Planning Department at 1500 Highway 2, Suite 208, Sandpoint, Idaho 83864; faxed to (208) 265-1463 or e-mailed to planning@bonnercountyid.govAdditional information is available at the planning department. Staff reports are available at the planning department or may be viewed at www.bonnercountyid.gov 7 days prior to the scheduled hearing. SNP LEGAL 7531 AD#360166 JANUARY 24, FEBRUARY 4, 18, 2020

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Editor’s note: Some calls do not list numbered locations or other location details because that information was not listed on the log provided by Bonner Dispatch.

City seeks input on new survey

SANDPOINT — The city has launched the fifth in a series of community surveys, with responses to inform the Sandpoint Comprehensive Plan update.

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Conspiracies considered at Lifetree Café

Commonly reported cover-ups, schemes, and secrets will be explored at Lifetree Café on Monday, Jan. 27, at 2 p.m.

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Editor’s note: Some calls do not list numbered locations or other location details because that information was not listed on the log provided by Bonner Dispatch.

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(Katia T., Washington Elementary, kindergarten)

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Joseph F. Minardi, 90

Joseph F. Minardi, 90, passed away in Sandpoint on Saturday, January 18, 2020.

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Hearing on levy challenge reset

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Brady Lee Hulquist

Brady Lee Hulquist, born in Missoula, Montana, on January 20, 1963, at St. Patrick’s Hospital, passed away Dec. 20, 2019, at Kootenai Health in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.

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Brian Lee Harvey, 57

Brian Lee Harvey, 57, passed away, at his home, on Wednesday, January 23, 2020.

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Court affirms murder plea, sentence

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Jeanne Hope Suckling, 96

Jeanne Hope Suckling, 96, passed away on Monday, December 23, 2019, in Sandpoint, Idaho.

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Plans set to remove train from river

Thursday, January 23

January 23, 2020 8:55 p.m.

Wampus Cats fall 55-49 to Badgers

CLARK FORK — In their first game in two weeks, the Wampus Cats nearly edged out Bonners Ferry on Thursday night, losing 55-49.

January 23, 2020 8:55 p.m.

Sandpoint wrestling topped by Vikings

SANDPOINT — Sandpoint wrestling fell to Coeur d’Alene 63-15 Thursday night.

January 23, 2020 12:30 a.m.

Legals January 23, 2020

PUBLIC NOTICE The following application(s) have been filed to appropriate the public waters of the State of Idaho: 96-9784 KENNETH E HOOPER VIVIAN A HOOPER 95 BAY DR SAGLE, ID 83860-8274 Point of Diversion L6(SWSE) S33 T57N R01W BONNER County Source LAKE PEND OREILLE Tributary PEND OREILLE RIVER Use: DOMESTIC 01/01 to 12/31 0.04 CFS Total Diversion: 0.04 CFS Date Filed: 12/23/2019 Place Of Use: DOMESTIC T57N R01W S33 L5(SESW) L6(SWSE) Permits will be subject to all prior water rights. For additional information concerning the property location, contact Northern Region office at (208) 762-2800. Protests may be submitted based on the criteria of Idaho Code § 42-203A. Any protest against the approval of this application must be filed with the Director, Dept. of Water Resources, Northern Region, 7600 N MINERAL DR STE 100, COEUR D ALENE ID 83815-7763 together with a protest fee of $25.00 for each application on or before 2/3/2020. The protestant must also send a copy of the protest to the applicant. GARY SPACKMAN, Director SNP LEGAL 7490 AD#356382 JANUARY 16, 23, 2020

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Applicants sought for WBCSD seat

PRIEST RIVER — A vacancy has been declared for the West Bonner County School District Zone 5 seat.

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(Brody Wilson, Northside Elementary, third grade)

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Pizza fundraiser to aid Grad Night

PONDERAY — A Papa Murphy’s pizza fundraiser is being held today, Thursday, Jan. 23, to raise money for the Sandpoint High School class of 2020 Grad Night fund.

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Sandpoint softball offers youth pitching clinics

Sandpoint softball is offering a youth pitching clinics with Logan Conro to girls of all ages on Sundays, Jan. 26 through Feb. 23.

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5G's pulsed radiation dangerous to us all

Do you or people you know live near a cell tower? Studies show that living by a cell tower puts your health in danger. A significant increase in cancer, diabetes and other ailments such as headaches, delayed fine and gross motor skills, spatial working memory, and attention, dizziness, tremors,depression, and sleep problems abound. Decades of research from government, independent, industry, and military scientists have already proven harm.

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City workers lauded for completing courses

At last week’s city council meeting, Sandpoint’s Human Resources Director, Nicole Goes awarded certificates of appreciation to employees for completing continuing education programs in their respective fields. She began by praising employees in the Infrastructure and Development Services Division.

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Train derailment rescuers honored

BONNERS FERRY — The first responders who played an integral part in the rescue of the two trapped BNSF Railway employees after the train derailed into the Kootenai River, were recognized last Thursday afternoon at the Waterways building.

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Sharks compete in Washington Open

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Judith (Judy) Bourassa, 76

Judith (Judy) Bourassa, 76, passed away peacefully at home in Sandpoint, Idaho, on Monday, January 20, 2020, after a short battle with cancer. Her husband, Art Bourassa and her children were by her side during her final days, while she rested in the comfort of her own home.

January 23, 2020 midnight

New conservation agreement protects site

As January snows quietly blanket the tall pines and alder thickets of the Pack River corridor near Sandpoint, one small corner of this magical landscape is now destined to remain just as it is. The longtime owners recently entered into a voluntary conservation partnership with Kaniksu Land Trust to ensure that their hay meadows, carefully tended forestlands, and streamside wildlife areas will be undeveloped into the future.

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Group's propaganda agenda is a wagon of lies

The task force’s propaganda agenda is a wagon of lies and is at war with the principles our nation was founded upon. These principles were that God existed and that right, justice and law emanate from His word, not from the changing opinions of man.

January 23, 2020 midnight

Young inventors ready for regional contest

By DEVIN WEEKS and

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Essie Vera Hale, 92

Essie Vera Hale, 92, passed away on Tuesday, January 21, 2020, in Sandpoint, Idaho.

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We couldn't possibly be doing this to ourselves, right?

It was in the news recently that global warming is causing the unprecedented heating of the oceans (equal to 5 Hiroshima atomic bombs going off in the seas every second).

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There's a whole lotta fun packed into coming week

There’s a whole lotta fun packed into a short seven days as winter shows no sign of slowing the fun. What’s up, you ask? Here’s just the appetizer: Thom Shepherd and Coley McCabe Shepherd are preforming tonight at DiLun’as in a not-to-be-missed concer, the Panida plays host to a pair of Oscar-nominated films this week and Saturday’s North Idaho Women in Ag Conference invites all women farmers to come in for a day of learning, networking and fun.

January 23, 2020 midnight

Inside Edge: Cross Country Skier Cross comes to the PNW

... And the beat goes on! — The parade of storms continues this week, this time with some heavier matter. I’d say the season is now locked in, but I know better than to curse us.

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Let's be honest about climate change, claims

Is anyone growing weary of those people who are constantly spreading misinformation and accusing the people trying to provide the facts with spreading misinformation? For instance, some people in Sydney, Australia might roundly condemn people opportunistically blaming the recent fires on climate change while not disclosing that by now Australian authorities have arrested 24 people and charged them with arson and that another 200 people are being investigated for the same.

Wednesday, January 22

January 22, 2020 9:22 p.m.

Lady Cats suffer heart-breaking loss to Lakeside

CLARK FORK — A 2 point fourth quarter and a number of turnovers down the stretch allowed Lakeside to take down the Lady Cats 46-40 Wednesday night in a North Star League game.

Why exercise? Let me help you count the whys

The goal of my article this week is to help you stay motivated to exercise.

January 22, 2020 midnight

Remains ID'd as missing Newport man

NEWPORT — Marty Lang went missing in July 2017. Last week, Pend Oreille County Sheriff’s officials said human remains found in November 2019 were those of Lang.

January 22, 2020 midnight

Clark Fork finishes undefeated at Newport JV Tournament

NEWPORT, Wash. — The Clark Fork girls basketball team went 2-0 in the Newport JV Tournament on Monday.

January 22, 2020 midnight

Talk takes look at snow, water data

Selkirk Alliance for Science has announced the first presentation in 2020 for its Power of Science education series, titled “Science of Snow Water Forecasting.” The program will be held Jan. 30.

January 22, 2020 midnight

Douglas (Doug) Evan Brower, 55

Douglas (Doug) Evan Brower, 55, passed away January 13, 2020, from a sudden illness.

January 22, 2020 midnight

Rex Theatre set to add talking equipment

100 Years Ago — 1920

January 22, 2020 midnight

WBCSD seeks partners to expand afterschool program

PRIEST RIVER — The West Bonner County School District is looking to expand its 21st Century Community Learning Center program.

January 22, 2020 midnight

Pursuit ends in trafficking arrest

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(Mesa M., Priest Lake Elementary, kindergarten)

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Editor’s note: Some calls do not list numbered locations or other location details because that information was not listed on the log provided by Bonner Dispatch.

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Milford Harvey Evans, 86

Milford Harvey Evans, 86, of Dover, passed away on Tuesday, December 24 2019 in Sandpoint, Idaho.

January 22, 2020 midnight

Fairgrounds seeks grant to improve RV park

SANDPOINT — Bonner County commissioners paved the way on Tuesday for Darcey Smith, fairgrounds and facility director, to pursue a grant for improvements to the RV park adjacent to the fairgrounds. If awarded by Idaho Parks and Recreation, these funds will be used to improve drainage, road repairs and paving into the park.

January 22, 2020 midnight

Eagles announce chili cook-off date

Saturday, January 25, is the hottest day of the year at the Eagles.

January 22, 2020 midnight

Priest River tops Post Falls JV

PRIEST RIVER — Despite getting 17 points from senior Caden Brennan, Priest River boys basketball was unable to take down Timberlake on Saturday, falling 56-40.

Tuesday, January 21

January 21, 2020 9:06 p.m.

Sandpoint struggles in road loss to Kellogg

KELLOGG — Sandpoint boys basketball boys suffered a 46-42 loss to Kellogg on Tuesday night. The victory gives the Wildcats a season sweep of the Bulldogs.

January 21, 2020 7:35 p.m.

Sandpoint girls complete season sweep of Kellogg

KELLOGG — Anchored by its defense, Sandpoint girls basketball squeaked out a 42-36 win over Kellogg on Tuesday night completing a season sweep of the Wildcats, the No. 5 ranked team in 3A, according to IdahoSports.com.

January 21, 2020 12:30 a.m.

Legals January 21, 2020

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The Bee Super Bowl Challenge for a prize of $100 is back

SANDPOINT — The matchup for Super Bowl LIV is set and you know what that means, its time for the annual Bee Super Bowl Challenge.

SPIRIT LAKE — A day after falling to Lakeland at the Battle for the Paddle, Sandpoint wrestling was back on the mat Saturday competing in the Van Tuinstra Duals at Timberlake High School.

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Bonner County History - Jan. 21, 2020

From the archives of the

January 21, 2020 midnight

A credible trial needed or questions will linger

The current partisan divide in the Congress has left me wondering if there is any sanity left. I am not happy to see Donald Trump impeached; it is a distraction from the urgent work at hand (namely, addressing the climate crisis). However, it seems to me that Trump, and all Republicans, would want to see his name cleared of the charges.

January 21, 2020 midnight

Minnie May Simmet, 83

Minnie May Simmet, 83, passed away in Sandpoint on Saturday, Jan. 18, 2020.

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Doyle earns bachelor's degree

Daisy Doyle of Sandpoint has earned her bachelor’s degree in nursing from Western Governors University. The online, nonprofit university held commencement ceremonies in the spring and summer of this year to celebrate the recent graduation of more than 10,000 students from across the country.

January 21, 2020 midnight

Host families are sought for exchange students

Give the ultimate gift of cultural understanding by hosting a foreign exchange student this upcoming year.

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(Dakota, Southside Elementary, kindergarten)

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Editor’s note: Some calls do not list numbered locations or other location details because that information was not listed on the log provided by Bonner Dispatch.

January 21, 2020 midnight

Judith (Judy) Bourassa, 76

Judith (Judy) Bourassa, 76, passed away peacefully at home in Sandpoint, Idaho on Monday, January 20, 2020, after a short battle with cancer.

January 21, 2020 midnight

Workshop outlines parks master plan

Culminating two days of public input, city officials went into workshop mode after their regular business meeting last week. The conversation was about taking the next steps in the Parks and Recreation Master Plan that includes three specific site areas, City Beach, the downtown waterfront and Sandpoint sports complex (Travers, Centennial and Great Northern parks).

January 21, 2020 midnight

Little seeks to increase mental health initiatives

BOISE — Idaho is consistently one of the states with the highest reported rates of suicide. In 2017 the CDC reported suicide as Idaho’s 8th leading cause of death, climbing from 10th place in 2013. Nationally, Idaho’s rate of suicide is 58 percent higher than the US average. Growing from a rate of 14.7 to 22.9 deaths per 100,000 persons since 2001 according to the Idaho Health & Welfare’s January 2019 fact sheet.

January 21, 2020 midnight

Garcia graduates from Navy boot camp

Sandpoint High School alumni Kelso Garcia, class of 2019, graduated from Navy boot camp in Great Lakes, Illinois, on Jan. 17.

January 21, 2020 midnight

Backyard Forests workshop date set

Homeowners with five acres or less of forestland do not usually want to manage them intensively for timber harvest. Most owners of these “backyard forests” are primarily interested in keeping their trees healthy and attractive. Unfortunately, many homeowners do not consider doing anything actively until backyard forest trees are visibly suffering from some kind of insect or disease problem. By the time they bring a sample into the Extension Office or some other expert, it is often too late. Remedies for bark beetles, root disease and similar forest health problems are usually preventative.

January 21, 2020 midnight

Ponderay city staff, officials deserve kudos

About 6 weeks ago I attended a Ponderay City Council meeting and brought what I, and many others, thought was a rather serious safety issue on Kootenai Cutoff Road where the turn in is located to the Ponderay mobile home park.

January 21, 2020 midnight

Claims of climate crisis are simply a fraud

Susan Drumheller’s claims (Daily Bee, Jan. 5, 2020) that Australia’s wildfires are due to global warming and that the Maldives “are starting to sink under water due to rising seas” were highly amusing. She has definitely bought into the United Nations’ lies about a supposed climate crisis.

January 21, 2020 midnight

Anglin with Anglen - March 21, 1974

We had two wildlife pictures on T.V. this past week that were entertaining to watch but controversial. The first, “Cougar Country” was just plain fiction throughout. But to city viewers it would be taken as the truth and as such was very misleading.

January 21, 2020 midnight

Winners named in Patriot Pen, Voice of Democracy contests

Clark Fork Jr./Sr. High School recently took part in the Patriot Pen and Voice of Democracy essay contests put on by the Veterans of Foreign Wars.

January 21, 2020 midnight

N. Idaho gun rights rally draws a hefty crowd

COEUR d’ALENE — While nearly 250 people showed up in force Monday to cheer on the Second Amendment and listen to speakers discuss their views on the history and future of gun rights in America, one notable voice was absent.

January 21, 2020 midnight

Fire destroys building at Lakeside and Fourth

By RALPH BARTHOLDT

Monday, January 20

January 20, 2020 9:31 p.m.

Sandpoint knocks off one of the top 5A schools in the state

SANDPOINT — Sandpoint boys basketball came into Monday nights game with Lewiston looking to shake off a Battle for the Paddle loss to Lakeland.

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Editor’s note: Some calls do not list numbered locations or other location details because that information was not listed on the log provided by Bonner Dispatch.

January 19, 2020 midnight

Annual march makes a call to action for all

SANDPOINT — “If you can’t fly, run. If you can’t run, then walk. If you can’t walk, then crawl but whatever you do, you have to keep moving forward.”

January 19, 2020 midnight

Fleet of volunteers deliver seniors' meals

SANDPOINT — They live quietly all around us, the elderly shut-ins who can no longer drive, who no longer are able to prepare meals, and who may rarely have a visitor.

January 19, 2020 midnight

Hearty pasta dishes warm wintery suppers

A big bowl or platter of pasta brought to the supper table on a chilly evening is probably the most satisfying of offerings possible. The hearty aroma of a rustic Italian creation will bring the family to the table in a hurry - a no-fail offering.

January 19, 2020 midnight

It's not too late to help the senior center

We want to thank all those in the community who helped with their donations to the Sandpoint Area Senior Center and DayBreak Center over the holiday season. We are so very appreciative of your help.

January 19, 2020 midnight

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Wednesday’s federal conviction in a Texas courthouse of Rathdrum’s John Green started a spiral of ramifications that snowballed into Thursday afternoon, when the Legislature voted to vacate Rathdrum’s now-former representative from the Idaho House.

January 18, 2020 midnight

Margaret F. Bergstrom, 103

Margaret F. Bergstrom, 103, passed away in Sandpoint of Thursday, January 16, 2020.

January 18, 2020 midnight

Alan Ropp

Alan Ropp passed away Nov. 11, 2019.

January 18, 2020 midnight

Pine Street Woods kicks into full winter operations

With winter having finally arrived, there is a flurry of snow centered activities going on at Pine Street Woods.

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Editor’s note: Some calls do not list numbered locations or other location details because that information was not listed on the log provided by Bonner Dispatch.

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(Charlotte Baker, Sagle Elementary, first grade)

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Bill aims to shift drug policy from arrest to treatment

BOISE — Sen. Grant Burgoyne, D-Boise, introduced a bill Tuesday to decriminalize the possession of illegal drugs and allow commitment in treatment facilities for substance abuse disorders. The legislation is intended to shift the state’s drug approach from arrest and incarceration to treatment and rehabilitation.

Friday, January 17

January 17, 2020 11:06 p.m.

Wrestling crushed by Lakeland

SANDPOINT — Sandpoint wrestling Sandpoint was unable to avenge last years blowout loss to Lakeland, falling 59-19.

January 17, 2020 11:05 p.m.

Lakeland storms past Sandpoint boys

SANDPOINT — It wasn’t going to be easy to knock off one of the best 4A teams in the state, but Sandpoint boys basketball gave it all they had. Unfortunately, the Hawks found their rhythm in the second half and soared to a 57-40 win.

January 17, 2020 11:05 p.m.

Bulldogs take down Hawks

SANDPOINT — Experience proved to be key in Sandpoint’s 55-43 win over Lakeland on Friday night as seniors Dawson Driggs and Maddie Morgan combined to score 33 points.

January 17, 2020 12:30 a.m.

Legals January 17, 2020

ORDINANCE NO. 595 ZONE CHANGE, ZC0007-19 AN ORDINANCE OF BONNER COUNTY, IDAHO, CITING ITS AUTHORITY, AND PROVIDING FOR THE AMENDMENT OF THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP OF BONNER COUNTY BY THE RECLASSIFICATION OF LANDS GENERALLY LOCATED IN SECTION 29/32, TOWNSHIP 59 NORTH, RANGE 1 WEST, BOISE MERIDIAN, BONNER COUNTY, IDAHO, FROM AGRICULTURAL/FOREST 10 AND RURAL SERVICE CENTER TO COMMERCIAL AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. WHEREAS, the Bonner County Planning and Zoning Commission did hold a public hearing on December 5, 2019 on the file ZC0007-19, request for a change in zoning designation according to the requirements for such hearings set forth at Section 67-6509, Idaho Code, and at Title 12, Bonner County Revised Code; and WHEREAS, the Bonner County Planning and Zoning Commission did find that the zone change request ZC0007-19 is in accordance with the Bonner County Comprehensive Plan and did recommend to the Board of County Commissioners that the zone change request be approved; and WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners did hold a public hearing on January 8, 2020 on the file ZC0007-19 request for a change in zoning designation according to requirements of such hearings set forth at Section 67-6509, Idaho Code and at Title 12 of the Bonner County Revised Code; and WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners did find that the zone change request ZC0007-19 is in accordance with the Bonner County Comprehensive Plan. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED, by the Board of County Commissioners that the following be and is hereby adopted as an ordinance of Bonner County, Idaho: SECTION 1: AUTHORITY This ordinance is adopted pursuant to authority granted to Bonner County at Chapter 65 of Title 67, Idaho Code. SECTION 2: AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP The Official Zoning Map of Bonner County, Idaho is hereby amended by the reclassification of the following described lands from Agricultural Forest 10 and Rural Service Center to Commercial: RP59N01W298720A / RP59N01W298800A RP59N01W320750A / RP59N01W297101A RP59N01W297150A / RP59N01W322850A 6 parcels equal approximately 68.21 acres SECTION 3: EFFECTIVE DATE This ordinance shall be in full force and effect upon its passage, approval and publication in one (1) issue of the Bonner County Daily Bee Newspaper, and upon the entry of the above described zoning reclassification upon the Official Zoning Map or a Supplemental Zoning Map in accordance with the provisions set forth at Chapter 4 of Title 12 of the Bonner County Revised Code. Regularly considered, passed and approved as an ordinance of Bonner County, Idaho, done this 8th day of January, 2020, upon the following roll call vote: Chairman: Dan McDonald Commissioner Aye Jeff Connolly: Commissioner Steve Bradshaw: Aye BONNER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS /s/Dan McDonald, Chairman Absent - Jeff Connolly, Commissioner /s/Steve Bradshaw, Commissioner ATTEST: Michael Rosedale, Clerk /s/Jessi Webster By Clerk January 8, 2020 Date SNP LEGAL 7522 AD#358216 JANUARY 17, 2020

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(Aubrey Inge, Sagle Elementary, first grade)

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Carpenter pleads not guilty to murder

SANDPOINT — A Coeur d’Alene woman pleaded not guilty earlier this week to the first-degree murder of Shirley Ann Ramey, a retired city clerk who was found shot to death in her Hope home two years ago.

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Editor’s note: Some calls do not list numbered locations or other location details because that information was not listed on the log provided by Bonner Dispatch.

January 17, 2020 midnight

Should we be taking burnout more seriously?

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Legislature gives Green the boot

John Green, in the midst of his first term representing Rathdrum, was expelled from the Idaho Legislature early Thursday afternoon.

SANDPOINT — It will be a tall task Friday night for Sandpoint boys basketball.

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City seeks survey input

SANDPOINT — The city’s latest survey is live, with this week’s topic being housing and neighborhoods.

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KNPS set to kick off monthly talks

The Kinnikinnick Native Plant Society will kick of its free monthly presentations for the year on Jan. 25.

Thursday, January 16

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Legals January 16, 2020

CITY OF HOPE ORDINANCE 288 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HOPE, IDAHO, GRANTING A FRANCHISE TO KANIKSU NETWORKS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF FIBER OPTIC INTERNET FACILITIES WITHIN THE CITY OF HOPE CITY OF HOPE, COUNTY OF BONNER; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY OF SECTIONS; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE; AND, PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION. WHEREAS, it is the responsibility of the City of Hope to review, grant or deny franchise agreements for various utilities; and, WHEREAS, Kaniksu Networks (hereinafter referred to as "Grantee") has requested a franchise to locate, construct, operate and maintain poles, wires, underground cables and appurtenances over, under along and across road rights of way and public properties herein mentioned for the purpose of transmitting and distributing internet services, with the City of Hope, State of Idaho (hereinafter referred to as "Grantor" or the "City") allowing them to construct, erect, operate, repair, replace, reconstruct and maintain poles, wires, coaxial and other cables, underground conduits, vaults, ducts, amplifiers, appliances, attachments and such other conductors and fixtures necessary for the proper maintenance and operation of a fiber optic internet system; over, under, along and across all of Grantor's rights of way and public property in the City of Hope, State of Idaho; and WHEREAS, Grantee is engaged in the business of providing internet services to customers consistent with applicable laws and regulations, and Grantor has determined it is in the interest of persons and businesses in this jurisdiction to have access to Grantee's services; NOW THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HOPE, BONNER COUNTY, IDAHO, that Kaniksu Networks, its successors and assigns, is hereby granted a Franchise for the purposes identified below and subject to the following terms and conditions: SECTION 1: TERMS AND CONDITIONS 1. GRANT Grantor hereby grants to Grantee, its successors and assigns, the right, power, privilege and authority to enter upon all public roads, rights of way, streets, alleys, public places or structures lying within the boundaries of Grantor and owned or maintained by Grantor, to locate, construct, operate, maintain, repair, and replace poles, wires, underground cables and all necessary or desirable appurtenances for the purpose of transmitting and distributing internet services. This Franchise shall allow for the placement of such facilities as may be necessary to provide or enhance service within the City and surrounding areas. 2. TERM The rights, privileges and franchise hereby granted to, and conferred upon the Grantee shall, unless this Franchise be sooner terminated as herein provided, extend for a term of 10 (TEN) years from the date of written acceptance hereof by the Grantee with the Grantee reviewing franchise agreement each year. 3. STANDARDS OF SERVICE TRIMMING/REMOVAL OF TREES. The right of Grantee to maintain its lines, facilities and appurtenances shall include the right, to cut, trim or remove any and all trees, brush or shrubs growing in, on, or hanging over any City roads, rights of way, streets, alleys or City property that interfere with or may interfere with Grantee's installations, including wires, poles, conduits or other apparatus of Grantee, its successors and assigns. However, such trimming or removal of trees shall comply with municipal ordinances and policies regarding the City's trees as may now exist or hereafter be adopted. RIGHT OF EXCAVATION. For the purpose of carrying into effect the privileges granted hereunder, Grantee is authorized at any time upon issuance and receipt of an encroachment permit approved by the City to make all necessary excavations in the public streets, alleys, roads, rights of way and public grounds within the franchised area, but such excavation shall be carried out with reasonable dispatch and with as little interference with or inconvenience to the rights of the public as may be feasible. Grantee shall restore all streets, alleys, roads, rights of way and public grounds to their original condition within five (5) working days. In case any obstruction caused by Grantee shall remain longer than five (5) days, or in case of neglect by Grantee to safeguard any dangerous places, Grantor may remove such obstruction or safeguard such dangerous places at the expense of the Grantee. When making such excavations grantee will comply with municipal ordinance or policies, including but not limited to, excavation and encroachment in public right of way, storm water, grading and street cut policies. Grantee further agrees to warrant the right of way repair for one year from the completion of the repair. CONDITIONS OF STREET OCCUPANCY. All transmission and distribution structures, poles, other lines and equipment installed or erected by Grantee pursuant to the terms hereof shall be located so as to cause minimum of interference with the proper use of Public Ways and with the rights and reasonable convenience of property owners who own property that adjoins any of such public ways. RESTORATION OF PUBLIC WAYS. If during the course of Grantee's construction, operation, or maintenance of the system there occurs a disturbance of any Public Way by Grantee, it shall, at its expense, replace and restore such Public Way to a condition reasonably comparable to the condition of the Public Way existing immediately prior to such disturbance. 4. NON-INTERFERENCE WITH EXISTING FACILITIES All construction, installation, repair or relocation of lines and appurtenances performed by Grantee along or under the roads, rights of way or properties subject to this Franchise shall be done in such a manner as not to interfere with the construction and maintenance of other utilities, public or private, drains, drainage ditches and structures, irrigation ditches and structures located therein, nor with the grading or improvement of such roads, rights of way or other public property subject to this Franchise. 5. NECESSARY CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE BY GRANTOR The laying, construction, operation and maintenance of Grantee's lines and appurtenances authorized by this Franchise shall not preclude the Grantor, its agents or its contractors, from blasting, grading, excavating, or doing other necessary road work contiguous to the said lines and facilities of Grantee, provided that Grantee shall be given not less than five (5) days' notice of said blasting or other work, and provided further that the Grantor, its agents and contractors shall be liable for any damages, including any consequential damages to third parties, proximately caused by said work to any installations belonging to Grantee. 6. CONDUCT OF GRANTEE'S BUSINESS In carrying out the authorized activities under the privileges granted herein, Grantee shall meet accepted industry standards and comply with all applicable laws of any governmental entity with jurisdiction over its operations. Service shall be supplied to the Grantor and its inhabitants in accordance with the Grantee's rules and regulations and tariffs filed or hereafter filed with the appropriate regulatory body of this State having jurisdiction over the Grantee. 7. RIGHTS OF INGRESS/EGRESS To the extent permitted by law, the Grantee, its agents and employees, shall have the right and power of ingress and egress upon its customers' properties for the purpose of installing, servicing and maintaining its facilities, including the testing and reading of service meters. 8. VACATION OF PROPERTIES BY GRANTOR If, at any time, the Grantor shall vacate any road, right of way or other public property which is subject to rights granted by this Franchise, such vacation shall be Subject to the reservation of a perpetual easement in favor of Grantee for the purpose of operating and maintaining facilities lines as is set forth in Idaho Code section 50-311. 9. RELOCATION OF FACILITIES Grantor shall notify Grantee of any intended or expected requirement or request by the city to relocate Grantee's facilities as early as practicable, but not later than 90 days prior to any such relocation when the requirement or request could have been foreseen by that date. Grantor shall endeavor to cause any such relocation to be consistent with any applicable long-term development plan or projection of Grantor or approved by Grantor. If, at any time, the Grantor shall cause or require the alteration or the improvement (the "Improvement") of any sidewalk, bike path, bike pedestrian path, road, highway, right-of-way or right of way appurtenance wherein Grantee maintains facilities subject to this franchise for any purpose including but not limited to grading or regrading, planking or paving the same, changing the grade, altering, changing, constructing, repairing or relocating the same or by constructing drainage or sanitary sewer facilities, the Grantee upon written notice from the Grantor shall, with all convenient speed at Grantee's sole cost, change the location or readjust the elevation of its system including, but not limited to poles and underground facilities and other facilities so that the same shall not interfere with such work and so that such equipment and facilities shall conform to such new grades, routes or other modifications as may be established. The relocation of Grantee's facilities shall be at the sole expense of Grantee unless: (i) Grantor shall require Grantee to adapt or conform its systems, or any part thereof, or to in anyway alter, relocate or change its property to enable any other person, firm, corporation or entity (whether public or private), other than Grantor, to use the public ways. Grantee shall be entitled to reimbursement from the person, firm, corporation or entity desiring or occasioning such change, alteration or relocation. 10. PRESERVATION OF GRANTOR'S RIGHTS TO CONTROL The Grantor, in granting this Franchise, does not waive any rights which it may now have or may hereafter acquire with respect to road rights of way or other property of Grantor under this Franchise, and this Franchise shall not be construed to deprive the Grantor of any such powers, rights or privileges which it now has or may hereafter acquire to regulate the use of and to control the Grantor's roads, rights of way and other public property covered by this Franchise. 11. EMERGENCY REMOVAL BY GRANTOR The Grantor reserves the right to remove any such wires, poles, or apparatus ("Grantee's facilities) herein provided for in case of general conflagration or in other cases of extreme emergency where there is neither the time nor the opportunity for Grantee to perform such work. Grantor shall use reasonable care in the exercise of such emergency powers. Grantor shall indemnify and hold harmless the Grantee, its successors and assigns, against any and all property damage, personal injury, death, or other liability to third parties sustained as a result of the negligent exercise of such reserved emergency powers, and shall at its expense, restore Grantee's facilities removed as a result of such exercise. 12. NON-EXCLUSIVE FRANCHISE This Franchise shall not be deemed to be an exclusive Franchise. It shall in no manner prohibit the Grantor from granting other franchises of a like nature or franchises to other public or private utilities under, along, across, over and upon any of Grantor's roads, rights of way or other property of Grantor subject to this Franchise and shall in no way prevent or prohibit the Grantor from constructing, altering, maintaining or using any of said roads, rights of way, drainage structures or facilities, irrigation structures or facilities, or any other property of Grantor or affect its jurisdiction over such property to make all necessary changes, relocations, repairs, maintenance, etc., insofar as the Grantor may deem fit. 13. FORFEITURE If Grantee shall willfully violate or fail to comply with any of the provisions of this Franchise through willful and unreasonable neglect or willful and unreasonable failure to heed or comply with any notice given Grantee under the provisions of this grant, then Grantee shall forfeit all rights conferred hereunder and this Franchise may be revoked or annulled by the Grantor; provided, however, the Grantor shall give ninety (90) days' written notice of its intention to revoke or annul the Franchise during which period Grantee shall have the opportunity to remedy any breach. 14. EXPANSION OF GRANTEE'S FACILITIES Any facilities and appurtenances in streets, alleys, rights of way and public places, incidental to the franchise system, that have been, or are at any future time acquired, leased, or utilized in any manner by Grantee are there upon to be deemed authorized by and shall be subject to all provisions of this Franchise. 15. CHANGE OF BOUNDARIES OF GRANTOR Any subsequent additions or modifications of the boundaries of the Grantor, whether by annexation, consolidation or otherwise, to the extent permitted by law shall be subject to the provisions of this Franchise as to all such areas. Grantor shall notify Grantee of the precise scope of any change of boundaries and upon request provide Grantee current City maps reflecting changes to annexation. 16. PRIOR FRANCHISES SUPERSEDED This Franchise shall update and supersede all prior franchises heretofore granted to Kaniksu Networks or their predecessors, by Grantor, or its predecessors, and shall affirm, authorize and ratify all prior installations authorized by permits or other action not previously covered by this Franchise. 17. ASSIGNMENT OF FRANCHISE Grantee, its successors and assigns, may not sell, transfer, or assign this franchise without the express written consent of the City of Hope. All provisions, conditions, regulations and requirements herein contained shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of the successors and assigns of the parties hereto. 18. EFFECT OF INVALIDITY The Franchise is granted pursuant to the laws of the state of Grantor relating to the granting of such rights and privileges by Grantor. If any article, section, sentence, clause, or phrase of this Franchise is for any reason held illegal, invalid, or unconstitutional, such invalidity shall not affect the validity of the Franchise or any of the remaining portions. The invalidity of any portion of this Franchise shall not abate, reduce, or otherwise affect any obligation required of Grantee. 19. FRANCHISE AS CONTRACT This Franchise shall have the effect of and shall be a contract between Grantor and Grantee and shall be the measure of the rights and liabilities of the Grantor as well as of Grantee. 20. EQUALITY OF FRANCHISE FEES AND COSTS Grantor shall assess a franchise fee of $500.00 per year. The franchise fee shall be paid by the Grantee to the Grantor within thirty (30) days of the end of each fiscal year (September 30th). The franchise fee paid by the Grantee will be in lieu of fees imposed by Grantor on Grantee in connection with issuance, maintenance, existence, continuation, or use of the franchise or the public rights of way governed hereby, granted pursuant to this document. Except that, In addition to said fee, Grantee will provide a "Preferred Level of Service" to the Hope City Hall, for use by the City, at no cost to the City. 21. INSURANCE, and INDEMNIFICATION Insurance Requirements. Grantee shall maintain in full force and effect during the term of the Franchise, at its own cost and expense, Comprehensive General Liability Insurance in the amount of $1,000,000. Such insurance shall designate Grantor as an additional insured and provide proof to Grantor. Indemnification. Grantee agrees to indemnify, save and hold harmless, and defend Grantor, its officers, board members, contract employees and employees, from and against any liability for damages and for any liability or claims resulting from property damage or bodily injury (including accidental death) which arise out of Grantee's construction, operation or maintenance of its system, including, but not limited to, reasonable attorneys' fees and costs. 22. ABANDONMENT OF FRANCHISE Grantee may at any time abandon the rights and authorities granted hereunder, provided that six (6) months' written notice of intention to abandon is given to Grantor. 23. MISCELLANEOUS The Grantee shall assume the cost of publication of this Franchise and the ordinance implementing the Franchise if passed by the City, as required by law. A bill for publication costs shall be presented to the Grantee by the City Clerk upon the Grantee's filing of acceptance and shall be paid at the time. 24. ACCEPTANCE OF FRANCHISE Grantee shall notify Grantor in writing of its acceptance of this Franchise within thirty (30) days of the approval of this Franchise by Grantor. SECTION 2: SERVABILITY: If any part of this ordinance shall be declared invalid for any reason whatsoever, that declaration shall not affect the remaining portions of this ordinance, which shall remain in full force and effect. To this end, the provisions of this ordinance shall be servable. SECTION 3: EFFECTIVE DATE: This ordinance shall take effect and be in full force upon its publication. SECTION 4: PUBLICATION: This ordinance or its summary shall be published in one (1) issue of the Bonner County Daily Bee, which is hereby declared to be the official newspaper of the city for the publication of this ordinance PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL, AND APPROVED THE MAYOR, UNDER SUSPENSION OF THE RULES AS AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HOPE, BONNER COUNTY, IDAHO, AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE HOPE CITY COUNCIL, HELD ON JANUARY 8, 2020. Councilmember Stutzke Aye Councilmember Percy Aye Councilmember Gorup Aye Councilmember Foster Absent Bill Breen, Mayor Attest: Debbie Lazoran, City Clerk SNP LEGAL 7519 AD#357855 JANUARY 16, 2020

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Maurice Carver

Maurice Carver passed away on Dec. 31, 2019, after a hard-fought stubborn battle with pulmonary fibrosis.

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Let us make America what it ought to be

“I have a dream … deeply rooted in the American dream that one day this nation will rise up and live out the true meaning of its creed — we hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal …

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EHS-Idaho sets Sunday meeting

EHS-Idaho, open to the public, will meet at the Recreation Hall, 468800 Highway 95, behind Conoco in Sagle, Sunday, Jan. 19, at 1:30 p.m., with a finger-food potluck.

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SHS students send 'Tots' drive over goal

SANDPOINT — How amazing are this community’s teens?

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Rosedale: Challenge was needed for clarity

SANDPOINT — How it happened or when it happened, no one knows.

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Planning progress for Sandpoint's future

If ever there is a time to have a direct impact on the future of your hometown, it is now. The city of Sandpoint is in the midst of six master planning efforts that will directly impact the future livability of your community for generations to come.

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Week brings celebration of art, literature & more

SANDPOINT – It’s time to celebrate art, literature, life, the great outdoors and women’s rights.

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January Jam tourney ready to throw down

Sandpoint Idaho Cornhole is holding an American Cornhole League regional tournament on Saturday, Jan. 18, at the Bonner County Fairgrounds indoor arena.

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Class of 1970 seeking mates

SANDPOINT — The class of 1970 is seeking missing classmates.

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Arch Davin Graham

Arch Davin Graham, 64, passed away in Spokane Valley, Wash., on Friday, Jan., 10, 2020.

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Lawmakers ponder fate of school standards

BOISE (AP) — A panel of Idaho lawmakers on Wednesday took testimony involving Idaho’s education standards on English and literacy for the state’s 300,000 students put forward by the Idaho State Board of Education.

Wednesday, January 15

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Lights glow with warmth, caring

When you live up high with a view you can track goings on that might surprise the people being “spied” upon. Kind of like that nosy neighbor peering out the window in the early morning dark. And lights tell the story.

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WBLD sets card, knitting classes

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Clark Fork postpones games

Clark Fork postponed its home girls and boys basketball games Tuesday night against Kootenai due to weather.

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Start year by making a commitment to yourself

You have officially flipped over that calendar page and you’re well into the start of a new year — and keeping that resolution to get into shape.

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Sweet Lou's honored as top business

SANDPOINT – Neighbors helping neighbors.

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County must pay district's costs in zone map challenge

PRIEST RIVER — Bonner County has been ordered to pay the West Bonner County School District’s court costs and attorneys fees for a failed complaint for declaratory relief over dueling trustee zone boundaries.

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(Jayden, Idaho Hill Elementary, third grade)

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Women's march set for Saturday

SANDPOINT — It’s time to “Take Action,” according to organizers of the fourth annual N. Idaho Women’s March.

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Lady Spartans drop fourth straight Friday

PRIEST RIVER — The Priest River girls basketball team was scheduled to play three games this past week after the holiday break. Unfortunately, the weather had different plans.

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SLC welcomes Wright to open mic, poetry workshop

Sandpoint Literary Collective is pleased to announce a poetry workshop for the New Year featuring Seattle poet Carolyne Wright.

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FSPW brings 'Wild' film festival to community

Friends of Scotchman Peaks Wilderness celebrate their 15th anniversary by hosting the SYRCL Wild & Scenic Film Festival On Tour Program. On Saturday, February 1, ten films from the Festival will show at the Heartwood Center. The films echo the care for the wonders of nature and adventure that FSPW shows for the incredibly wild Scotchman Peaks. The event also marks the FSPW commitment to the future of Wilderness in the Scotchmans.

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Art for Human Rights exhibit opens Thursday

The 14th annual Art for Human Rights Exhibit opens Thursday at Evans Brothers Coffee Roasters, 524 Church St., with an artists’ reception from 5:30 to 7 p.m.

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Milford Harvey Evans, 86

Milford Harvey Evans, 86, of Dover, passed away on Tuesday, Dec. 24, 2019, in Sandpoint, Idaho.

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Alan Ropp

A celebration of life for Alan Ropp will be held at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 8, 2020, at the VFW Hall, 113 Larch St., in Priest River.

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Arch Davin Graham, 64

Arch Davin Graham, 64, passed away in the Spokane Valley on Friday, January 10, 2020. A full obituary will be published, for the retired iron worker, later in the Daily Bee.

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Meeting is today

The annual meeting of the Board of Health of Northeast Tri County Health District will be held at 10 a.m. today, Jan. 15.

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Community responds after family devastated by fire

PRIEST RIVER — Community support is helping a local family cope after they lost everything they own in a Jan. 6 house fire.

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Priest River blown out at home by Newport

PRIEST RIVER — After having last Monday’s home game against Immaculate Conception Academy canceled, the Priest River boys basketball team had to wait all the way until Friday to get back on the court after the long Christmas break, and the rust showed.

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Tuesday, January 14

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Boys basketball outlasts Bonners Ferry

BONNERS FERRY — Sandpoint boys basketball prevailed in a tightly contested affair with Bonners Ferry on Tuesday night, winning 77-70.

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First quarter outburst helps Sandpoint sail to victory

SANDPOINT — It looks like the Bulldogs have left the slow starts in the past.

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Tamarack Aerospace is set to soar

SANDPOINT — Tamarack Aerospace’s plan to repay all its debtors as it emerges from voluntary reorganization bankruptcy has been approved by the U.S. Bankruptcy Court.

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Aerial wildlife surveys set to start

Low-flying helicopters and airplanes will be circling over Panhandle forests during January as part of Idaho Fish and Game’s big game monitoring, official said Thursday. Biologists will be looking for some of northern Idaho’s most prized large mammals including elk, mountain goat and moose.

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Medicaid expansion gives coverage to our families, friends

Megan Blanksma, R-Hammett, (District 23 — a huge district in the southwest corner of Idaho) published an op-ed claiming that Medicaid expansion would take health insurance away from 15,000 Idahoans. But Idaho’s private insurance exchange says that you can decline Medicaid coverage and enroll with Your Health Idaho. However, you will not be eligible for any type of cost savings and will be expected to pay your full monthly premium, deductible, and any co-pays.*

Editor’s note: Some calls do not list numbered locations or other location details because that information was not listed on the log provided by Bonner Dispatch.

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FSPW invites hikers to enjoy snow in the Scotchmans

Snow time ain’t no time to sit indoors and pout.

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Sandpoint basketball teams battle Bonners Ferry

After the winter storm forced the school to cancel Saturday’s games at West Valley, the Sandpoint boys and girls basketball teams return to action Tuesday to face Bonners Ferry.

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(Noah L., Priest River Elementary, first grade)

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Forum explores hunger, nutrition

SANDPOINT — Six community leaders will be speaking on hunger and nutrition at today’s Geezer Forum.

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STCU celebrates 200,000 members

Spokane Teachers Credit Union had an additional reason to give thanks this holiday season — the credit union’s membership has reached 200,000.

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So long old school

I looked for my webs.

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Deer plan calls for research, hunting

Managing Idaho’s white-tailed deer for mass and big antlers is doable.

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Local politicians need to take action on trains

A new year and already another train has gone off the tracks in our community. But by all means, let’s allow the railroad to run another 50 or 60 trains a day traveling right through Sandpoint and surrounding areas.

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Rally prompts reminder of First Amendment

“Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.”

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Editor’s note: Some calls do not list numbered locations or other location details because that information was not listed on the log provided by Bonner Dispatch.

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AAU 7th-8th grade Sandpoint Titans wrap up season

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Effort continues to capture tribes' stories

SANDPOINT — Many years ago, the Nez Perce — the Nimi’ipuu people — spoke to the animals, and the birds. They held council and they all spoke and listened to one another.

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Tracey Howard

After a three-year battle with cancer, Tracey Howard passed away on Monday, Jan. 6, 2020, while surrounded by his loved ones at the Schneidmiller Hospice House in Coeur d’Alene.

Officials: At least 2 kids died from flu

BOISE (AP) — Idaho state health officials say at least two children have died of influenza-related causes recently and a third child’s death is under investigation because it appears to be flu-related.

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MCC seeks new board members

HOPE — Memorial Community Center needs your help.

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Derailment work shifts to clean up

MOYIE SPRINGS — A multi-agency response has been in full effect with regard to containment and clean up of hazardous materials as a result of the Jan. 1 BNSF Railway train derailment due to a rockslide.

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2020 Idaho legislative session has begun

The second regular session of the 65th Idaho Legislature has convened. For Legislative District 1, which is all of Boundary County and most of Bonner County, Representative Sage Dixon, Representative Heather Scott, and I are back in Boise working to express the combined will of more than 44,000 people. We are part of a body of 105 Idahoans who make up the legislative branch of state government.

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Did Trump light the fuse for World War III?

I recently watched a 2011 video clip of a Trump rant where he said Obama would start a war with Iran to get reelected.

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Nominations sought for Women of Wisdom

The opportunities to give back in the community are abundant. With literally a few hundred nonprofit agencies in the area, there is a volunteer need that fits virtually every person’s talent. While it is difficult for many to find time to volunteer, for those who do so they typically have no expectation to receive anything in return.

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Opportunistic critters can wreak havoc with bleeding hearts

In my columns over the years I’ve made it very clear that I love and welcome all of nature’s creatures with as much hospitality as possible.

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Climate change modeling is not empirical science

Regarding letters of Dec. 31, 2019:

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Ayurvedic tradition: slow down, calm down

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Editor’s note: Some calls do not list numbered locations or other location details because that information was not listed on the log provided by Bonner Dispatch.

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Silverwood embezzler gets up to 14 years

Silverwood Theme Park’s former chief financial officer was sentenced this week to at least three years in prison for embezzling hundreds of thousands of dollars from the Athol family fun park.

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Editor’s note: Some calls do not list numbered locations or other location details because that information was not listed on the log provided by Bonner Dispatch.

Saturday, January 11

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Legals January 11, 2020

CITY OF KOOTENAI ANNUAL ROAD AND STREET FINANCIAL REPORT FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2019 Fund Balance Beginning of Year (10-01-18) $ 0.00 Receipts: Property Tax Levy 43,175 Highway User Revenue 39,527 Revenue Sharing 43,863 Total Receipts $126,565 Disbursements: Reconstruction/Replacement 225,148 Chip sealing or seal coating 1,805 Replacement: Culvert, ditches 910 Signs, signals or traffic control 314 Winter Maintenance 724 Street Lighting 10,466 Professional Services, Engineering 19,735 Payments to other local government 1,350 Professional services, audit, clerical, legal 5,000 Total Disbursements $265,452 Receipts Over Disbursements (138,887) Closing Balance (138,887) Funds obligated for specific future projects & reserves 138,000 Funds retained for general funds and operations 887 Ending Balance $ 0.00 This report has been submitted to the State Controller as required by Idaho Code 40-708. Dated this 9th day of December, 2019. Signed:/s/ Nancy Lewis Mayor Attest:/s/Ronda L. Whittaker City Clerk / Treasurer SNP LEGAL 7499 AD#356639 JANUARY 11, 2020

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Margaret Berniece (Bossick) Gilmore, 93

Margaret Berniece (Bossick) Gilmore, 93, passed away at home on Tuesday, Dec. 24, 2019, in Sandpoint, Idaho.

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Banff Mt. Film Fest coming to Panida

The Banff Mountain Film Festival world tour is coming to Sandpoint’s Panida Theater for three separate nights, starting Friday, Jan. 17 and continuing Saturday, Jan. 18, and Sunday, Jan. 19.

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Athol resident wins $500 referral drawing

SANDPOINT — Thomas Lariviere of Athol is the winner of Farm Bureau Insurance’s fourth quarter 2019 “Refer A Friend, Get A Gift” referral program $500 drawing.

PRIEST RIVER — Ciera Predmore and her fiance were upstairs asleep when they were awoken in the early hours Monday by her mom yelling up the stairs that the wood stove pipe was on fire.

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Hayden Marshall Lee Simcox

Hayden Marshall Lee Simcox, passed away at home in Sandpoint, Idaho, with his family by his side, on Friday, Jan. 3, 2020.

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Friday, January 10

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Legals January 10, 2020

ANNUAL ROAD AND STREET FINANCIAL REPORT CITY OF CLARK FORK FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2019 Beginning Balance as of October 1, 2018 $182,024 Receipts: Local Funding Sources $ 59,028 State Funding Sources $ 26,751 Federal Funding Sources 0 Total Receipts $ 85,779 Disbursements: New Construction $ 34,863 Reconstruction/Replacement $ 0 Routine Maintenance $ 4,207 Equipment $ 4,210 Administration $ 16,561 Other (Including Street Lighting) $ 16,929 Total Disbursements $ 76,870 Receipts Over Disbursements $ 8,909 Other Adjustment $ 0 Ending Balance $190,933 This report has been submitted to the Idaho State Controller as required by Idaho Code Section 40-708. SIGNED: Russell Schenck, Mayor of Clark Fork, Idaho ATTEST: Amber Burgess, City Clerk/Treasurer SNP LEGAL 7488 AD#355472 JANUARY 10, 2020

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Legislators react to proposed budget

Property taxes, criminal justice reform and education funding were on the minds of both Republican and Democratic leadership following Gov. Brad Little’s State of the State address Monday.

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Recomendations abound at The Library

Have you ever asked for a recommendation for a restaurant, tire shop, or car dealership on social media? It can be helpful to get input from others before spending money or time on an important purchase or experience.

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Final tally: 3 dead, 5 rescued in avalanche

KELLOGG — A three-day search and rescue operation ended Thursday with three skiers dead and five rescued from an avalanche Tuesday morning at Silver Mountain.

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Hunger, malnutrition are very real problems

Lenny Pakula is a retired studio musician from Philadelphia, Pa. I just read his story of malnutrition and how he is slowly working toward a healthier daily nutrition. “It’s been a struggle,” said Pakula, who lost his left leg to the diabetes and keeps in touch with old friends via rotary phone. “But I learned nutrition is important. Nutrition is everything.”

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Demons, Satan explored at Lifetree Café

Demons, exorcism, and the existence of the devil will be examined at Lifetree Café on Monday, Jan. 13, at 2 p.m.

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Editor’s note: Some calls do not list numbered locations or other location details because that information was not listed on the log provided by Bonner Dispatch.

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Oh, those alluring and lovely lizardly eyes

After months of planning and rearranging our schedule, the Gracious Mistress of the Parsonage finally organized a little vacation time for Christmas.

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Sandpoint braces for weekend's snow storms

SANDPOINT — By the time Sunday is over, the National Weather Service is predicting the Sandpoint area could receive anywhere from 14 to 30 inches of snow.

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Little outlines priorities in 'State' address

Governor Brad Little delivered his second State of the State address Monday, highlighting past achievements and calling for increased education spending amid an otherwise lean budget year. The governor’s proposed budget calls for improved K-3 literacy, increased teacher salaries, and investments in specific higher education programs.

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Finding peace in times of turmoil

In a world of 7.7 billion people there seems to be no end to the ever growing list of concerns that cause turmoil in our lives.

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Garden plots set to open to public

SANDPOINT — It’s time to begin thinking about the upcoming season at the Community Garden as garden plots open to the public on Wednesday, Jan. 15.

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Bella Noté welcomes new additions for 2020

Bella Noté Music Studios is welcoming two new instructors and four additional class offerings for 2020.

Thursday, January 9

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Lady Cats cruise past Kellogg JV

CLARK FORK — It looks like the Lady Cats have found their groove.

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Clark Fork can't hold off Wildcats

CLARK FORK — Despite getting a combined 35 points from senior Charlie Abbott and junior Cameron Garcia, the Wampus Cats lost to Kellogg JV 57-52 on Thursday night.

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Sandpoint drops league opener to Moscow 61-54

MOSCOW — At this point its a given that Sandpoint’s games will come down to the final few possessions and that notion held true Thursday night.

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Legals January 9, 2020

PUBLIC NOTICE The following application(s) have been filed to appropriate the public waters of the State of Idaho: 96-9782 SILVIUS FAMILY TRUST 305 SUNNYSIDE UP SANDPOINT, ID 83864-9481 Point of Diversion SESE S3 T57N R01W BONNER County Source GROUND WATER Use: DOMESTIC 01/01 to 12/31 0.04 CFS Use: IRRIGATION 04/01 to 10/31 0.1 CFS Total Diversion: 0.14 CFS Date Filed: 12/10/2019 Place Of Use: DOMESTIC T57N R01W S3 SESE Place Of Use: IRRIGATION T57N R01W S3 SESE Total Acres: 5 96-9783 LOBO RANCH LLC 54 ARIEN CT BROWNSVILLE, TX 78521-1513 Point of Diversion NWSW S8 T56N R03W BONNER County Source GROUND WATER Use: DOMESTIC 01/01 to 12/31 0.04 CFS Total Diversion: 0.04 CFS Date Filed: 12/20/2019 Place Of Use: DOMESTIC T56N R03W S8 NWSW Permits will be subject to all prior water rights. For additional information concerning the property location, contact Northern Region office at (208) 762-2800. Protests may be submitted based on the criteria of Idaho Code § 42-203A. Any protest against the approval of this application must be filed with the Director, Dept. of Water Resources, Northern Region, 7600 N MINERAL DR STE 100, COEUR D ALENE ID 83815-7763 together with a protest fee of $25.00 for each application on or before 1/21/2020. The protestant must also send a copy of the protest to the applicant. GARY SPACKMAN, Director SNP LEGAL 7470 AD#353314 JANUARY 2, 9, 2020

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Schriber brothers, Wyman fastest in first Junior Race Series event of season

Finally! — Despite some unexpected warming, we finally got the durable layer needed to open the rest of the mountain. Word has it the skiing is great, so come on up!

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Love & Logic seminar is set for Saturday

Who wouldn’t want their children to be respectful, responsible and fun to be around? And, who wouldn’t want the tools to make that happen?

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Heat up winter nights with lots of entertainment

Ol’ Man Winter make be making an appearance with temps expected to dip into the chilly so, but on the entertainment front? It’s a whole different scene as great music, films and good times abound. Grab the phone, find the calendar and makes plans to get out and enjoy the fun.

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Jeanne Hope Suckling, 96

Jeanne Hope Suckling, 96, passed away on Monday, December 23, 2019, in Sandpoint, Idaho.

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Global warming or global cooling? You pick

Round Lake is a result of the last ice age and the melting ice leaving the lake, “global warming.”

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Marketing pair to speak at chamber

SANDPOINT – Digital marketing will take center stage at today’s Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce meeting.

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(Baylee Deimler, Sagle Elementary, first grade)

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Growing Dreams announces 'Willy Wonka' auditions

“Don’t argue, my dear child, please don’t argue!” cried Mr. Wonka. “It’s such a waste of precious time!”

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Bitter cold expected after snow

The region’s impersonation of the Bahamas is just about over.

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LPOSD contesting levy challenge

SANDPOINT — The Lake Pend Oreille School District voted Tuesday to contest a challenge asking the courts to void its $12.7 million permanent levy.

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Chamber welcomes Trademark Mechanical

SANDPOINT — The Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce welcomed new member Trademark Mechanical Heating and Air Conditioning with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at their Sandpoint grand opening on Nov. 19.

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Cities, LPOSD celebrate law enforcement JPA

SANDPOINT — A new law enforcement partnership between the cities of Sandpoint and Kootenai and the Lake Pend Oreille School District is a win-win-win for all.

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William Benjamin Johnson

On Sunday, January 5, 2020, our son, William Benjamin Johnson went to be with his lord and savior, Jesus Christ. His wish for you would be that you would also let Jesus be your savior, so that you can meet again someday, in Heaven.

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Let's make 2020 a year to remember

For tens of thousands of Idahoans looking to get ahead, the 2020 legislative session may come down to two issues: the future of Medicaid Expansion and education investments in our state.

Wednesday, January 8

January 8, 2020 9:20 p.m.

Early struggles come back to bite Bulldogs

SANDPOINT — Coming into Wednesday night’s matchup, Sandpoint girls basketball knew they would be at a distinct height disadvantage with Lake City’s 6-foot-4-inch Brooklyn Rewers at post.

January 8, 2020 9:19 p.m.

Avalanche search continues

KELLOGG – The search for possible missing skiers continued atop Silver Mountain Wednesday morning after officials were notified by a concerned family member that they hadn’t heard from an individual who was on the mountain during Tuesday’s avalanches.

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Legals January 8, 2020

NOTICE TO CREDITORS I.C. 15-3-801 IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF THE STATE OF IDAHO, IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF BONNER IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF, SANDRA L. LINKON, aka SANDRA KAY LANE Deceased. CV09-19-1498 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned's have been appointed Co-Personal Representatives of the above-named Decedent. All persons having claims against the decedent or the estate are required to present their claims within four (4) months after the date of the first publication of this Notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must be presented to Bistline Law, PLLC, 1205 N. Third Street, Coeur d'Alene, Idaho 83814 (Fax: 208-665-7290) and filed with the Clerk of the Court. Dated this 2nd day of December, 2019. /s/ Robert Lee P.O. Box 111 Clark Fork, ID 83811 /s/ Darren Lee 473 River Lake Drive Clark Fork, ID 83811 SNP LEGAL 7448 AD#350710 DECEMBER 18, 25, 2019, JANUARY 8, 2020

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Benefit to benefit Ropp family is Saturday

PRIEST RIVER — A Saturday fundraiser is planned to help the family of a Bonner County veteran killed in a motor vehicle crash on Veterans Day.

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Urban renewal board seeks members

PRIEST RIVER — The Priest River Urban Renewal Agency is looking for a few new members.

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Live & Learn classes are announced

Two Live & Learn programs are on the schedule for early January.

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Two killed in Silver Mt. avalanche

KELLOGG — Two skiers have been confirmed dead after a series of avalanches Tuesday morning on Silver Mountain in Kellogg.

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George David Jorgenson

George David Jorgenson, born June 25,1983 in Missoula, Mont., died at home, in Edgemere, Idaho, December 31, 2019.

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Amid a flurry of calls from Olympia for the Spokane Valley legislator to resign, Republican Rep. Matt Shea will speak at a Jan. 20 Second Amendment rally in Coeur d’Alene, standing in support of a sister event the same day in Virginia.

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Elara Boothe Turnbull Reynolds

Elara Jean Boothe Turnbull Reynolds, 84, passed away on Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2019, in Sandpoint, Idaho after battling cancer for more than 20 years. She decided to endure no more chemotherapy or radiation.

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Century 21 RiverStone opens Ponderay site

PONDERAY — The real estate market in Bonner County continues to grow and Century 21 RiverStone continues to grow as well, having recently opened a new location in Ponderay.

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Editor’s note: Some calls do not list numbered locations or other location details because that information was not listed on the log provided by Bonner Dispatch.

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Kurtz is set to speak at EAA meeting

Evergreen Art Association invites members and guests to attend its monthly meeting on Monday, Jan. 13.

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Hayden Marshall Lee Simcox

Hayden Marshall Lee Simcox, passed away, at home in Sandpoint, Idaho, with his family by his side, on Friday, Jan. 3, 2020.

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(Gracie Carter, Priest River Elementary, kindergarten)

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Wheeler praises BCSO search crews

PRIEST RIVER — The Bonner County Sheriff’s Office is praising the role of its volunteer Search and Rescue team for their rescue of an autistic teen who went missing Saturday.

What is it about starting a new year that seems so difficult? Would it be easier in a warmer, sunnier clime? Seasonal affective disorder — or SAD — descends like a heavy blanket on some people.

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Effort to re-rail train continues

BONNERS FERRY — While a plan is still being developed to remove a BNSF Railway locomotive in the Kootenai River, a second locomotive derailed by a landslide last week should be re-railed early next week, railroad officials said.

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Bulldogs claim two dual wins

LIBBY, Mont. — Sandpoint wrestling won a pair of duals Tuesday, defeating Libby 43-28 and Thompson Falls 60-28.

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Lady Cats crush Mullan for second win

MULLAN — Clark Fork girls basketball grabbed their second victory of the season with a 49-22 North Star League win over Mullan on Tuesday night.

Lillian and Pearl Lassen are chipping in to make their corner of the world a greener place — one potato chip bag at a time.

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Idaho, SANS continue effort to promote cybersecurity careers

Governor Brad Little recently announced Idaho will again partner with the SANS Institute on an initiative to introduce Idaho high school and college students to careers in cybersecurity through the Girls Go CyberStart and Cyber FastTrack initiatives.

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New year brings a new city council

Before swearing in the new council members at Thursday night’s council meeting, Sandpoint City Council President, Shannon Williamson thanked outgoing Councilman Tom Eddy for his service to the community.

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Sandpoint eSports team joins national trend, hopes to help foster more clubs in North Idaho

SANDPOINT — If you’ve been living under a rock for the past few years, you may have missed the rapid growth of esports.

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BJ Biddle (Billie Jo Smout)

BJ Biddle (Billie Jo Smout) entered this world on Oct. 17, 1945, in Delta, Ohio.

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Sandpoint details city snow policy

SANDPOINT — Snow showers are in the forecast all week, and Sandpoint officials are reminding area residents of the city’s snow removal policy..

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WDFW explores upland acquistion in the Asotin, Grande Ronde areas

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife wants public comments associated with its exploration of acquiring more property in Asotin and Garfield counties.

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SAD is focus of NAMI program

Interested in knowing more about seasonal affective disorder?

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Hayden Marshall Lee Simcox

Hayden Marshall Lee Simcox, passed away, at home in Sandpoint, Idaho, with his family by his side, on Friday, Jan. 3, 2020.

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Little champions education in 'State' address

In a head-nod to his highest priorities over the past year and a sign of things to come, Gov. Brad Little emphasized a continued push for education investment in the hopes of raising literacy levels and high scores in Idaho’s schools Monday, telling legislators too many of our children are slipping through their school’s cracks.

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Parker helps other soar at Northern Air

BONNERS FERRY — For as long as he can remember, Dave Parker, owner of Northern Air and manager of the Boundary County Airport, has loved to fly.

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Editor’s note: Some calls do not list numbered locations or other location details because that information was not listed on the log provided by Bonner Dispatch.

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Editor’s note: Some calls do not list numbered locations or other location details because that information was not listed on the log provided by Bonner Dispatch.

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First, do your research and then respond

I read with interest Jim Payne’s satire of socialism (Daily Bee; Dec. 3, 2019). At least, I think it was supposed to be funny. He goes along pretty well until the second sentence where he appears to be responding to something entirely different than what he claimed to have read. He begins:

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Motivation, inspiration, hope

COEUR d’ALENE — A little inspiration can go a long way.

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3 picked to cover Idaho Legislature

SANDPOINT — You will be seeing a few new names in the Daily Bee this upcoming legislative session as three McClure Center interns are reporting for duty in January.

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BJ Biddle (Billie Jo Smout)

BJ Biddle (Billie Jo Smout) entered this world on Oct. 17, 1945, in Delta, Ohio.

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Book lists, locals share favorite reads

SANDPOINT — Sandpoint’s library has one of the highest user rates in the entire state, even though its population is much smaller than libraries in bigger cities, according to East Bonner County Library Director Ann Nichols, who has served at its helm for eight years. In fact, including the bookmobiles, homebound services, and the Clark Fork library, in one month, November of last year, 22,308 people used the library.

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Pier closed to pedestrian traffic

SANDPOINT — Lady Liberty Pier at Sandpoint City Beach is closed to pedestrian traffic for an undisclosed period of time.

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Climate change is a real, growing problem

I want to thank Jack DeBaun and Ken Thacker for their tireless efforts to correct the misinformation spread constantly spread by climate change deniers in the Daily Bee. Many of us are growing weary of this debate and don’t bother to engage anymore, but that doesn’t mean we are OK with government’s inaction on climate change.

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Contra dancing set for Jan. 10

SANDPOINT — The city’s Parks and Recreation Department has partnered with Emily Faulkner and Lost Horse Press to bring contra dancing to the community.

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Editor’s note: Some calls do not list numbered locations or other location details because that information was not listed on the log provided by Bonner Dispatch.

Saturday, January 4

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Legals January 4, 2020

City of Sandpoint Annual Road & Street Financial Report For Fiscal Year Ending September 30, 2019 This certified report of dedicated funds is hereby submitted to the State Auditor as required by 40-708, Idaho Code. Beginning Balance of October 1, 2018 0 Receipts: Local Funding Sources 2,390,638 State Fund Sources 400,347 Federal Funding Sources 117,987 Total Receipt 2,908,972 Disbursements: New Construction 0 Reconstruction/Replacement/Rehabilitation 840,196 Routine Maintenance 569,762 Equipment 270,082 Administration 572,109 Other 520,249 Obligated for specific future project 136,574 Total Disbursements 2,908,972 Ending Balance September 30, 2019 0 SNP LEGAL 7475 AD#354481 JANUARY 4, 2020

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BNSF: Track likely to open today

MOYIE SPRINGS — By working around the clock since a Wednesday rockslide derailed a BNSF Railway train and sent the lead locomotive and its crew into the Kootenai River, railroad officials said the track should be back in operation today.

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Editor’s note: Some calls do not list numbered locations or other location details because that information was not listed on the log provided by Bonner Dispatch.

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Sandpoint welcomes Alpine Hand Therapy

From the shoulder to the finger, Alpine Hand Therapy has you covered.

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Berniece Gilmore, 93

Berniece Gilmore, 93, passed away on Tuesday, December 24, 2019 in Sandpoint, Idaho.

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Applications are sought for ISP's ILEAD course

The Idaho State Police is accepting applications for the second ISP Leadership Education and Development Academy.

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Niemela receives offer from Idaho

Sandpoint’s Christian Niemela received an offer from the University of Idaho to continue playing football after high school.

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Morelands to minister at River of Life Fellowship

Ron and Kori Moreland will minister at River of Life Fellowship this weekend.

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Downsizing for happiness explored at Lifetree Café

How to have a happier life by getting rid of stuff will be discussed at Lifetree Café on Monday, Jan. 6, 2020 at 2 p.m.

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Billie Jo Biddle

Billie Jo Biddle, 74, passed away in Sandpoint, Idaho, on Tuesday, December 31, 2019.

Tips help to sort the fake from the real news

Fake news comes in many forms. It may come from the relative who always dishes out the latest gossip, the misleading internet article that discredits a research paper, or a Facebook post from what appears to be a reputable source. Vetting information before sharing could save us from embarrassment or greater harm. The first step to determining whether or not to believe what we are being told (which generally comes before deciding to share it) is to authenticate the source. How do we know what is trustworthy?

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Seeing 20/20 in the year 2020

Like everyone, I have an original thought from time to time. Yet I cannot take credit for the brilliant title or theme of this article. I’m not sure where I first saw or read it, but connecting how well we see things to this year’s date is a natural. So I would like to expound on it a bit for our inspiration and encouragement. Simply put, seeing 20/20 is seeing God for who He truly is, and then seeing ourselves, others and things in life from His perspective.

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Kramer, BGH anniversary highlight 2019

This is the third part in a series of stories on the top news of 2019.

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Baranski: FAS will continue despite current challenges

SANDPOINT — After months with no executive director, the Festival at Sandpoint Board of Directors appointed Ali Baranski to take over the position in an interim role in mid November.

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Sandpoint Nordic Club offers Learn to Ski Days

The Sandpoint Nordic Club is offering Learn to Ski Days on Saturdays, Jan. 11 through Feb. 8.

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(Jace Lopez, Priest River Elementary, third grade)

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Editor’s note: Some calls do not list numbered locations or other location details because that information was not listed on the log provided by Bonner Dispatch.

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Brenda Graesser

Brenda Graesser, 79, of Sandpoint, Idaho, passed away peacefully Friday, Dec. 27, 2019, surrounded by loved ones.

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Rockslide to blame for BNSF train's derailment

BONNERS FERRY — A rockslide likely caused the derailment of a mile-long BNSF Railway train Wednesday night, sending an engine with its two-person crew plunging into the Kootenai River.

Thursday, January 2

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Bonners Ferry man dies in crash

EASTPORT — A Bonners Ferry resident died Tuesday after his vehicle went off the roadway on Highway 95 about nine miles south of Eastport and struck a power pole.

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2020 beckons with plenty of fun & entertainment

SANDPOINT — The year is here and the entertainment is bright, shiny and plentiful. Hopefully you got plenty of rest during the holidays because a packed schedule of music, fun and great shows await.

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Beware of those with 'anti-democratic' talk

“Knowledge is power” for human rights headline article on Dec 10, 2019, was somewhat disheartening for me. I wholeheartedly agree that all groups who tout superiority or proclaim any militia based on their race are disgusting at their root. But for the writer and speaker to use a labeling phrase like “anti-democratic” was alarming.

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ITW supports holding LPOSD accountable

In the recent November Bonner County levy, the Lake Pend Oreille School District violated the Idaho statute requiring the ballot language to include the specific amount taxpayers will be required to pay. Omitted was the fact that the levy increases property taxes by over $200 per $100,000 of your property’s assessed value. This language is important to allow taxpayers to make informed decisions.

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LPOSD must do the right thing and redo levy

Supporting a legal challenge to the Lake Pend Oreille School District permanent levy ballot result:

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'Tots' drive falls short of goal

SANDPOINT — For the first time, in as long as I can remember, the Sandpoint Lions did not go over their $50,000 goal for Toys for Tots.

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Kathleen A. Flaherty, 73

Kathleen A. Flaherty, 73, passed away on Friday, Dec. 27, 2019, in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.

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Polar Bear Plunge jumpstarts new year

SANDPOINT — Instead of being snuggled inside on the first day of the year, more than 100 area residents took a literal jump into the new year to kick off 2020.

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(Ashton Howard, Priest River Elementary, third grade)

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SMR's Cedar Park Express set to open

SANDPOINT — The recent snowfalls in the Sandpoint region have made it possible for skiers and riders to take in the majority of Schweitzer Mountain Resort’s front side terrain. Now, conditions are looking good to add Stella and the brand new Cedar Park Express chairlifts to the mix.

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Editor’s note: Some calls do not list numbered locations or other location details because that information was not listed on the log provided by Bonner Dispatch.

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Auditions set for 'Cheaper by the Dozen'

Auditions for the community theater production of “Cheaper by the Dozen”, to be staged in March, will be held at the Pearl Theater from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 3 and from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Jan. 4.

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Elara J. Reynolds, 84

Elara J. Reynolds, 84, passed away in Sandpoint, Idaho, on Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2019.

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Fire, levy dominate 2019 news

This is the second part in a series of stories on the top news of 2019.

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Inside Edge: 13-year-old Kasten Grimm impresses in biathlon

Still waiting! — Mother Nature pulled a fast one, turning much of our hope for snow dump into rain. Thanks to cooler temps and great groomer work, what’s open at Schweitzer is skiing great.

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'Anything Goes' at POAC's First Friday exhibit

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Blanchard to host family game night

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Priest River girls look to improve in second half of season

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Sawhills note 70 years

Robert and Aleatha (Knudson) Sawhill are celebrating their 70th anniversary today, Jan. 1. The couple, who have lived in Sandpoint their entire married life, were married at First Lutheran Church in Sandpoint on Jan. 1, 1950.

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Oldtown recipient of town's first stoplight

10 Years Ago — 2009

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'Tots' drive celebrates community

SANDPOINT — While Christmas Day is officially over, the 12 days of Christmas are still in full swing.

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WEDNESDAY, Jan. 1

By KRISTIN CARLSON

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Editor’s note: Some calls do not list numbered locations or other location details because that information was not listed on the log provided by Bonner Dispatch.

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Spartan boys return to action Monday

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Talk to explore David Thompson's life

PRIEST RIVER — The community is invited to join local historian Shaun Deller next month for a talk on the history of the area’s fur trade and exploration in Bonner and Pend Oreille counties. The program will be held Jan. 9 at the Priest River Library. The event will run from 5:30-6:30 p.m.

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