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Lockdown was nothing more than a disease of lies

We have experienced the most egregious move to socialism and debt ever in our country’s history. Started under the direction of “conservativism” with the excuses of “protecting the people,” freedom and our constitutional republic is summarily dismissed as non-essential. The election laws have been circumvented, and the free open gathering of people and candidates has been prevented. Our civil leaders have promoted the lie by declaring counties and the state to be in a state of emergency, intending to pacify us with federal funds replacing work, duty, responsibility, freedom, and truth itself. The proverb that if you don’t work, you don’t eat is disregarded by those who think they are wiser than God.

Carol Warren’s service earns WOW honors

“Through wind and rain, snow and sleet we will not be deterred from our mission”, a statement that exemplifies this Woman of Wisdom for receiving the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Women Honoring Women committee, Carol Warren.

WBCSD dips into contingency funds for 2020-2021 budget

PRIEST RIVER — Due to Governor Brad Little’s 5-percent holdback on education funding, West Bonner County School District officials said the district looking at a shortfall of $139,000 for the 2020-2021 school year.

Bonner County Calendar - May 31, 2020

Bonner County History - May 31, 2020

From the archives of the

Thanks to whoever dreamed up ‘perfect’ District 7

Just curious as to who is running in the primary from District 7? Some folks don’t remember the process in 2000 when the politicos from the Republican party thought we should become a member of District 7 despite we are separated by two mountain ranges and two major rivers. Thanks to whomever in the Republican party that dreamed of the perfect district.

Nathan Burns, 21

Nathan Burns, 21, of Spokane, Washington, died November 7, 2019, as a result of an accidental drug overdose. There will be no funeral services at this time.

Man is jailed after repeated disturbances

PONDERAY — A California man was arrested on drug charges after causing a series of profanity-laced disturbances at restaurants and stores in Ponderay and Sandpoint on Tuesday.

Native trees offer practical, pretty, beneficial landscaping

Arbor Day activities, though subdued somewhat by the extant virus, have been observed in various ways throughout the nation and the name itself — Arbor/”tree” — determined today’s column. Trees — or rather, small trees — will star front and center in a primer for those of you seeking information on the best choices for your own use.

The righteous work of rescuing bicycles

SANDPOINT — Righteous work is how some might view it.

The ongoing turf debate at War Memorial Field

With the ongoing debate over artificial turf at Memorial Field I wanted to touch on a few more points that haven’t made it into the limelight. Not yet, anyway.

Hearing held in forgery case

SANDPOINT — A preliminary hearing was recently held for a Montana woman who is accused of passing off counterfeit $20 bills at the Sandpoint Farmer’s Market.

Ida B. Wells, a history lesson

A year and a half ago, our youngest son and his wife gave birth to a baby girl, whom they named Ida. When we asked where her name came from, they told us she was named after Ida B. Wells. It was the first time I heard Well’s name.

Stop the instanity and stop complying with restrictions

In response to Jay Mock’s recent letter regarding the changes at the Sandpoint Farmers Market: they just hung their own noose in the form of grants received for useless COVID-19 compliance measures.

Senior Spotlight: Sage Saccomanno might just change the world

SANDPOINT — Sage Saccomanno’s life completely changed during her freshman year.

Lois Elaine Steen

Lois Elaine Steen passed away, in her home, on Friday morning, May 29, 2020.

Hieron Lorray Kline, 18

Hieron Lorray Kline, 18, passed away on Wednesday, May 27, 2020.

Roger Eugene Bejot

Roger Eugene Bejot left his earthly home and stepped into the arms of his Lord and Savior at his home on May 24, 2020, surrounded by his family. He was born to Jerome A and Stella Bejot on October 13, 1939, in LongPine, Nebraska.

City announces upcoming community events

A number of community events are planned in the coming weeks, Sandpoint officials announced Friday.

Bonner County Calendar - May 30, 2020

City playgrounds reopening today

SANDPOINT — All City playgrounds will re-open to the public on Saturday in accordance with Governor Brad Little’s Idaho Rebounds guidelines for Stage 3.

Jurors in Isenberg case will be taken to scene

A district judge on Friday gave prosecutors the green light to take jurors to the place where Larry Isenberg was allegedly tipped off a boat and into Lake Coeur d’Alene two years ago, resulting in a weeks-long search for his body.

Two new COVID-19 cases surface in Bonner County

SANDPOINT — Two new cases of novel coronavirus have surfaced in Bonner County and five cases are still being researched to determine their primary county of residence, the Panhandle Health District said on Friday.

Kid weather - May 30, 2020

(Sam, Southside Elementary, kindergarten)

Best Shot - May 30, 2020

If you have a photo 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.

Bonner County News of Record - May 9, 2020

Daher lays off Kodiak workers

SANDPOINT — Franco-American aircraft manufacturer Daher is conducting permanent layoffs due to significant financial impacts from the novel coronavirus pandemic.

Another kind of first responder: PNSI makes sure disabled community doesn’t slip through the cracks

SANDPOINT — Panhandle Special Needs, Inc. Executive Director Trinity Nicholson was tending to the retail greenhouse on Boyer Avenue when I called for an interview. Normally the greenhouse would be groomed and cultivated by Nicholson’s clientele in the summer as an employee training program for the disabled in Sandpoint.

IBE narrows Idaho’s internet divide to tune of $260,000

Idaho Business for Education announced this week that several Idaho companies, foundations and individual Idahoans have committed more than $260,000 to an Internet for Students Emer-gency Fund in the Idaho Com-munity Foun-dation.

Summer Reading Challenge to start

SANDPOINT — The East Bonner County Library District announced today that its annual Summer Reading Challenge starts Monday, June 1. Although all of the library’s branch locations are currently closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the popular reading initiative will go on.

Legals for May, 30 2020

Two new cases reported in Bonner County

SANDPOINT — Panhandle Health District has reported two new COVID-19 cases in Bonner County, bringing the total number of confirmed cases in the community to six.

Theaters included in stage three

Gov. Brad Little announced Thursday that Idaho will move forward with its phased re-opening amid the coronavirus pandemic, continuing with a stage three that begins Saturday.

Kid Weather - May 29, 2020

(Phyllis Morey, Idaho Hill Elementary, first grade)

Return, restoration & a time to rejoice

Our church, along with many others, recently “reopened” for public gatherings after eight weeks of “online gatherings”. Though we had continued to celebrate our oneness and spiritual connection through the “shutdown” period, the opportunity of coming back together physically and in one place brought new meaning to a welcoming sign we’ve had on the front of our building for a long time that quotes Psalm 122:1: “I rejoiced when they said, ‘Let us go to the House of the Lord”!

Best Shot - May 29, 2020

If you have a photo 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.

Library offers plethora of services

Emerging from months of sheltering in place, it is probably safe to say that we are all a bit disoriented. The gradual lifting of restrictions keeps us constantly adapting. Adding to the perplexity, we are simultaneously wondering about the future. How will the pandemic impact us in the weeks, months, and years to come?

Bonner County Calendar - May 29, 2020

Bonner County News of Record - May 8, 2019

Churches offers online, in-person services

As a response to the novel coronavirus pandemic, local churches are responding, helping their congregations worship in a variety of ways, from Zoom and Facebook Live services to YouTube videos and more.

Merna Arlene (Rogers) Helms, 78

Merna Arlene (Rogers) Helms, 78, on Friday, May 8, 2020, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and cherished friend passed peacefully at her home in Noxon, Montana, with her family at her side.

Getting ready for graduation

PAFE awards $110,000 in teacher grants

SANDPOINT — Panhandle Alliance for Education has funded 42 out of their 72 project proposals for Lake Pend Oreille School District’s 2020-2021 school year.

Woman is sentenced in lewd case

SANDPOINT — A Bonner County woman accused of allowing her boyfriend to prey on and impregnate a child in her care was ordered Thursday to serve up to 11 years in prison.

County to defy COVID-19 order

SANDPOINT — Bonner County commissioners adopted a proclamation Thursday saying the board will defy the state of Idaho’s Stage 2 Stay Healthy order.

Dam toggles to free-flow operation

OLDTOWN — Operators of the Albeni Falls Dam on the Pend Oreille River transitioned to free-flow operations, according to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

It’s back: Bullpups football will return this fall

SANDPOINT — The Sandpoint Middle School has been without a football program for over 10 years. But not anymore.

Legals for May, 29 2020

County rejects Idaho’s stay-home order

SANDPOINT — Calling Governor Brad Little’s stay-home order unconstitutional, Bonner County commissioners said they would not be following the directives outlined in the order.

Silverwood Theme Park gears up for season opener Saturday

ATHOL — For 14 years, Zane Sturgill has helped prepare Silverwood Theme Park for its opening day.

Leland B. Varney, 89 Leland B. Varney, 89

Leland B. Varney, 89, passed away May 12, 2020 at Cabinet Peaks Medical Center after a brief hospitalization. He was born July 5, 1930, in Reardon, Wash. He grew up in multiple areas to include Priest River, Idaho, Mountain Home, Idaho, and graduated from high school in Livingston, Mont.

John Bradley Standal, 73

John Bradley Standal, 73, passed away May 21, 2020, at his home in Bonners Ferry, Idaho. A full obituary and arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Foster Lynn Mayo, 73

Foster Lynn Mayo, 73, passed away on May 24, 2020 at the Sacred Heart Medical Center in Spokane, Washington. A complete obituary and service announcement to follow.

Uncovering a community treasure

The Pearl Theater brings a variety of entertainment to Boundary County

Harlan Henry Schrag, 81

Harlan Henry Schrag, 81, passed away on May 16, 2020. No public services are scheduled at this time. A private graveside service will be held on May 29, 2020, at Fairmount Memorial Park.

BCMS announces 8th grade celebration

BONNERS FERRY — When Bonners Ferry Middle School students are promoted to high school on Thursday, June 4, the ceremony won’t look like it has in the past due to the novel coronavirus pandemic.

Virpi K. Earnest, 67

Virpi K. Earnest, 67, passed away May 12, 2020. Services are pending and a full obituary to follow.

Seen ‘n’ Heard — May 28, 2020

Grizzly bear damages beehive near Porthill

PORTHILL — A year ago, in May 2019, Darcy and Mandy Lammers experienced livestock loss due to a grizzly bear who killed lambs, and a few miles away from the Lammers’ ranch, another resident lost some sheep.

Caribou stories sought by UI grad students

Caribou stories sought by UI grad students

Scott: Governor’s actions threaten Constitutional rights

BONNERS FERRY — Heather Scott was in Bonners Ferry this past Thursday, May 21, to speak to a standing-room-only crowd inside the Bonners Ferry Providence Presbyterian Church.

Bradly Harold Myers, 97

Bradly Harold Myers, 97, passed away, in Post Falls, Idaho, on Sunday, May 24, 2020.

Innovia Foundation announces community grants

Innovia Foundation recently announced $869,300 in grants awarded to 82 organizations in Eastern Washington and North Idaho through its Community Grant Program.

Best Shot - May 28, 2020

If you have a photo 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.

Kid Weather - May 28, 2020

(Sheena S., Northside Elementary, third grade)

Bonner County Calendar - May 28, 2020

James Morris Burgess, 77

James Morris Burgess, 77, died peacefully in his lakefront home on Monday, May 25, 2020 in Sandpoint, Idaho.

Scott: Little’s actions threaten constitutional rights

BONNERS FERRY — Heather Scott was in Bonners Ferry this past Thursday, May 21, to speak to a standing-room-only crowd inside the Bonners Ferry Providence Presbyterian Church.

79 COVID-19 cases tallied in Panhandle

SANDPOINT — Confirmed novel coronavirus within the Panhandle Health District increased to 79 on Wednesday.

7 SHS athletes receive scholarships from Bulldog Bench

SANDPOINT — Bulldog Bench, the Sandpoint High School athletic booster club, has released its annual Senior Night scholarships for the SHS class of 2020.

If dandelions were toilet paper, we’d all be flush

By golly, Guy, I’m a telling ya that iffin’ dandelions was T.P. I would be flush, but not so. Really stinks huh?

New span being built is a work bridge

SANDPOINT — The elevation of the deck on the new BNSF Railway bridge across Lake Pend Oreille is raising questions about navigability.

CBP continuing reduced hours at region’s ports of entry

PORTHILL — U.S. Customs and Border Protection will continue to operate Porthill Port of Entry as well as six ports of entry in Montana at reduced hours due an agreement signed by Canada and the United States to extend the “essential only” travel restrictions through at least June 22, or until the Administration lifts the current travel restrictions.

County tables latest call for no-wake in Hayden Lake

COEUR d’ALENE — Kootenai County commissioners on Tuesday heard another proposal to make a busy bay in Hayden Lake a no-wake zone.

Bonner County History - May 28, 2020

From the archives of the

Progress on master planning efforts updated

In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, city business, along with the rest of the economy, had slowed down considerably. As businesses are now opening back up, City Hall is getting busy. As I write this, the final touches on Phase 2 of the downtown project are being completed. Thanks to the hard work of our Infrastructure Services management team, we have another capital project that came in on time and under budget. Similarly, the Memorial Field project is coming along on schedule. Just this week the City was awarded 2 grants to support phase 2 of the Memorial Field project. One is for boat launch improvements, including new bathrooms, and another is for a kayak launch at the site. The combined amount is nearly $400,000.

Up next: Stage 3

Could open bars, tourism, gatherings as early as Saturday

Caribou stories are sought by UI grad students

Do you have an Idaho caribou story? A pair of University of Idaho graduate students would like to hear all about it.

Bulldog Bench reschedules spring golf scramble

SANDPOINT — The Bulldog Bench annual spring golf scramble has been rescheduled for next month.

Vote with your dollars and buy local produce

In response to Craig Royer’s letter on May 15 regarding labeling the country of origin on food products, why not skip all the dirty politics and dubious origins by simply voting with your dollars right here at home? North Idaho is home to an abundance of local farms and food producers, from produce to meat, eggs, cheese, and so much more. Not only does buying from local farms take the guesswork out of where it comes from, but you can get to know your farmer in person and support the local economy at the same time. Current world events and disrupted supply chains are a jarring reminder of the importance of supporting local food production.

LPOSD seeking guidance for fall

SANDPOINT — Although Lake Pend Oreille School District does not have an answer for what education will look like in the fall, Superintendent Tom Albertson was encouraged by Gov. Brad Little’s words at the weekly AARP teleconference on Tuesday. Albertson plans to keep an open dialogue with parents and community members as information becomes available from now until the start of school in September.

Legals for May, 28 2020

Lawmaker asks federal court for new trial

A former North Idaho lawmaker who was found guilty by a jury of conspiring to defraud the government has asked the court for a new trial.

Priest River demands new depot

100 Years Ago — 1920

Arboretum work party announced

All interested gardeners are invited to an Arboretum work party on Tuesday, June 2, from 10 a.m. to noon.

Senior Spotlight: Minish leaves her mark on the community

PRIEST RIVER — Adrie Minish has impacted Priest River High School in so many ways it’s hard to keep track of.

Bonner County News of Record - May 7, 2020

Best Shot - May 27, 2020

If you have a photo 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.

Bonner County News of Record - May 6, 2020

Bonner County Calendar - May 27, 2020

Kid Weather - May 27, 2020

(Emily G., Priest Lake Elementary, first grade)

God is by our side as we go through life

What if I was never meant to go it alone in life? To deal with everything on my own. To try and figure it out myself. Who can do that successfully?

Kaniksu Health Services begins reopening of all services

SANDPOINT — Over the past few months, many patients may have missed an important wellness exam, regular diabetes monitoring, dental care, or mental health appointment.

Storms Over Sandpoint

Live & Learn returning to the library

Live & Learn returns to the West Bonner Libraries in June.

Bass joins Community Hospice team

Hospice is about living life to its fullest. Granted, some people have misconceptions about hospice care. For instance, one may think Hospice is only about dying and that Hospice is the decision you make about your care when there’s nothing more to be done.

Nathan Burns, 21

Nathan Burns, 21, of Spokane, Washington, died November 7, 2019, as a result of an accidental drug overdose. There will be no funeral services at the time.

William Douglas ‘Dougie’ Goodwin

William Douglas “Dougie” Goodwin, passed away on May 23, 2020. Sherman-Campbell Funeral and Cremation Services in Priest River, Idaho, is in charge of arrangements.

Bradly Harold Myers, 97

Bradly Harold Myers, 97, passed away, in Post Falls, Idaho, on Sunday, May 24,2020.

MGs offering a virtual chainsaw class

Pend Oreille County Master Gardeners are offering a free, live, internet class called “Chainsaw 101”, on Thursday, May 28, from 6:30-8 p.m. The class will feature information on safe and efficient saw operations, and an overview of steps individuals can take to help avoid some hazards of working with chainsaws.

PRE students claim state poster honors

Even though it was gray and mostly raining, Idaho Department of Lands officials said the energy was wonderful with the teachers being excited to see the kids and the kids mostly in vehicles driving by their grade tables, turning in assignments and picking up new ones.

UI announces spring graduation plans

A total of 1,650 University of Idaho students statewide applied for 1,795 degrees for the spring semester, which ended May 15. The numbers are the largest in the past six years for a spring term.

James Morris Burgess, 77

James Morris Burgess, 77, died peacefully in his lakefront home on May 25, 2020, in Sandpoint, Idaho.

PRLHS details scholarships, awards

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Priest River Lamanna High School will not be holding its annual awards ceremony.

Saying hello to Smokey

What you need to know about strokes

“Fear of the coronavirus is keeping people from seeking emergency care for heart attack and strokes,” an article in the New York Times said. Since New York’s epicenter of the virus, I thought that was concerning but understandable. Then I found a similar article in the Boston Globe and hitting closer to home an NPR report quoting a Bellevue, Washington physician, Dr. Abhineet Chowdhary.

COVID-19 turns up in Benewah Co.

SANDPOINT — The number of novel coronavirus cases crept upward over the weekend, according to the Panhandle Health District.

Murder trial shifts because of COVID-19

SANDPOINT — The novel coronavirus shutdown in Washington state is forcing a delay in a Cocolalla man’s murder trial in 1st District Court.

Victory Bell returns to Memorial Field

SANDPOINT — Nearly 60 years after the Victory Bell first stood tall at War Memorial Field, it rose again Tuesday.

Going places & right at home

Priest River couple turns home into recording studio, music safe haven

Legals for May, 27 2020

City loosens restrictions on sidewalk cafes

SANDPOINT — Sidewalk cafes in the city will no longer require separation barriers such as fencing, which will allow more space for pedestrians to walk.

An idea on how to jump-start a restaurant

I was a journalist for some years while I lived in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, in the 1970s and ’80s before moving to Sandpoint, Idaho, in 1991. A few people referred to me as “Scoop,” (with no small tone of sarcasm.) But, I was also known as “The Idea Man.”

LPO walleye can net big winners

Idaho Fish and Game will kick off the second year of its walleye lottery that allows anglers who hook walleye to win prize money.

Economic rebound hinges on the safety, confidence of consumers and employees

As more and more businesses are opening their doors, many Idahoans have been eager to get out of the house and get back to work.

Scholarship winners announced

Best Shot - May 26, 2020

If you have a photo 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.

Education News - May 26, 2020

Women Honoring Women is honored to announce the winners of their scholarships. Scholarships were presented to two students continuing in college: Hannah Hurst, a student at the University of Idaho; and Catherine Brenner, a student at Duke Kunshan University.

Kid Weather - May 26, 2020

(Emma L., Idaho Hill Elementary, second grade)

Bonner County Calendar - May 26, 2020

Senior Spotlight: Brooklen Steiger lives life with no fear

SANDPOINT — Brooklen Steiger entered this season as a two-time all-league selection at outfielder and was destined for a third straight year on the team in 2020.

Spring is a perfect time for new outdoor traditions

Leaving the toilet seat up, or eating the last half of a doughnut left in a box — family traditions come in all stripes.

Restaurants offer dining options

SANDPOINT — The delicious food is still there. You might just have to get it to go.

The truth is true regardless of who speaks it

In his letter of April 12 Jack DeBaun demonstrates a clear lack of discernment and understanding, failing to grasp the nuance of my previous letters. In the style of fake news journalists like CNN’s Jim Acosta he tries desperately to catch me in a contradiction, but he cannot do so without taking my words out of context.

Bonner County History - May 26, 2020

From the archives of the

Residents pay tribute on somber Memorial Day

SANDPOINT — Looking out over the battlefield, Lt. Col. John McCrae — a doctor in the Canadian military who saw action during World War I — couldn’t help but notice the devastation punctuated by bright red poppies.

Local man accused of ramming motorist

SANDPOINT — A Bonner County man is facing felony charges for allegedly ramming another motorist twice during a traffic dispute on U.S. Highway 95 last Wednesday.

Harvey Eugene Luckey, 86

On May 22, 2020, at the age of 86, Harvey Eugene Luckey went home to be with his Lord Jesus Christ and joined his most beloved gift from God, his wife Eva.

Roger Eugene Bejot, 80

Roger Eugene Bejot, 80, passed away on Sunday, May 24, 2020, at his home in Sandpoint, Idaho.

Dead bait still best for lunker pike in big bays

Once the bobber moves, light a cigarette and smoke it.

Legals for May, 26 2020

Four hurt as three motorcycles crash

Four people were taken to Kootenai Health following an accident on Interstate 90 near Fourth of July Pass about noon Monday.

COVID-19 case reassigned to Spokane County

One of two COVID-19 case reported in southern Pend Oreille County Saturday has been reassigned to Spokane County after continued investigation by Northeast Tri County Health District staff.

Donald Frank Farrar Sr.

On Thursday, May 21, 2020, Donald Frank Farrar Sr., passed on to Heaven’s fishing holes at the age of 83. Don was born September 10, 1936, in Dayton, Washington, to Frank Farrar and Grace (Lamoreaux/Farrar/Stuart).

New COVID-19 cases reported in the region

Benewah County sees first confirmed case

On Memorial Day, remember those who died serving country

On Memorial Day weekend, let us think about the soldiers and families who have sacrificed their lives and loved ones, and given their time and dedication to our country. This is an excerpt from Janine Turner’s essay from “Constituting America”.

Veggie landscaping is a beautiful and practical possibility

Gardening for some is a practical – often lifelong – necessity, designed to support a family’s food needs. Many people depend on the veggie harvest for their main sustenance, canning, freezing, drying or storing various crops to feed them through the seasons and over the winter. It was once a way of life mainly before the big supermarkets came into existence and I – like most folks during and after the ‘30’s depression – spent lots of spare time hoeing, digging spuds and picking cherries in their turns and pretty much enjoying it.

Bonner County Calendar - May 24, 2020

Bonner County History - May 24, 2020

From the archives of the

A perfect storm of common crises facing us

The freak windstorm, beginning Friday, March 13, was one of the most severe that this lifelong North Idaho resident has ever experienced. While paling in comparison to the personal hardships caused by the storm (damaged homes, buildings and vehicles), regional timberland owners also incurred losses of epic proportion. This was a perfect storm in the sense that it happened in a season strong northerly winds don’t usually occur. With no frost mantle to secure roots and total ground saturation, the oldest, largest and tallest trees were especially hard hit. On Gollen trust property, and many neighboring properties, the majority of downed trees were Ponderosa pine. Because of their disease and fire-resistant qualities (and relatively low market value), most forestland owners have regarded Ponderosa Pine as a favorable leave tree species, allowing them to grow and tower above surrounding trees; so, it’s logical that they would become casualties of a sustained high-wind event.

We are the gatekeepers of democracy, freedom

Want to know how and why a man like Hitler could mesmerize Germans and march the country to ruin in only a dozen years? German-born American historian Fritz Stern died this month, at the age of 90. His professional academic life centered on this understanding. His final conclusion was: “Hitler’s rise owed less to the Austrian corporal’s personality, his thuggish supporters and brutish ideas, than to his opponents’ cowardice and the weakness of Germany’s “gatekeepers” — the guardians of its cultural and moral standards.

Stephen Morse Lockwood

Steve was born in Portland, Oregon, on February 8, 1939, to William (Bill) Edwin and Helen Scott (Guild) Lockwood.

County may bail on flood insurance

SANDPOINT — Bonner County is considering wading out of the National Flood Insurance Program.

Willetta ‘Willie’ Chapman, 91

Willetta “Willie” Chapman, 91, passed away on Friday, May 22, 2020 in Sandpoint, Idaho.

Memorial Day tributes planned

SANDPOINT — A trio of Memorial Day tributes are planned for Monday.

Harvey Eugene Luckey, 86

Harvey Eugene Luckey, 86, passed away on May 22, 2020 at his home in Athol, Idaho.

Couple jailed on trafficking charges

KOOTENAI — Seven ounces of methamphetamine destined for Bonner County’s narcotics underworld was interdicted during a traffic stop earlier this month.

Historic BF theater is a ‘Pearl’ of a place

BONNERS FERRY — The Pearl Theater in Bonners Ferry is aptly named.

First Benewah County COVID-19 case confirmed

SANDPOINT — Panhandle Health District confirmed the first case of novel coronavirus in Benewah County on Saturday.

Idaho’s unemployment rate sets record

State at 11.5%, Bonner County at 16.9%

Absentee ballot deadline extended

BOISE — U.S. District Judge B. Lynn Winmill ordered the state to give Idaho voters more time — until 8 p.m. Tuesday — to request an absentee ballot for the May primary election.

Dispersed activities encouraged on Idaho’s panhandle forests

As the Memorial Day weekend nears, the USDA Forest Service suggests exploration of dispersed recreation opportunities on the Idaho Panhandle National Forests, encouraging forest visitors who want to get into the great outdoors to be aware of limited campground availability on the forest.

Robert Thomas Headley ‘Bob’ Frazer, 83

Robert Thomas Headley “Bob” Frazer, 83, passed away on Sunday, May 17, 2020, in Sandpoint, Idaho.

Man files $45K lien for using name

SANDPOINT — Bonner County Treasurer Cheryl Piehl is trying to get out from under a common-law lien filed by a sovereign citizen who is seeking $45,000 for using his name in a notification letter.

Bonner County News of Record - May 5, 2020

Kid Weather - May 23, 2020

(Rex, Idaho Hill Elementary, third grade)

Bonner County News of Record - May 4, 2020

Bonner County Calendar - May 23, 2020

COVID-19 cases hold at 70 in area

SANDPOINT — No new confirmed cases of novel coronavirus emerged in the Panhandle on Friday, according to the Panhandle Health District.

Senior Spotlight: Kiebert cements legacy at Clark Fork, looks toward future playing volleyball

CLARK FORK — After Ellie Kiebert wrapped up her junior year of high school, she had her mind set on attending the University of Idaho.

Larry Wayne Lance, 86

Larry Wayne Lance, 86, passed away at home in his sleep on Wednesday, May 13 in Sandpoint, Idaho.

County finds wake compromise

As far as wake boaters go, Kootenai County commissioners on Thursday narrowed the Spokane River by 50 feet.

Little details goals to expand COVID-19 testing

Idaho Gov. Brad Little says ramping up COVID-19 testing and tracing is key to Idaho’s containment strategy and authorities hope be consistently testing 2% of the state’s population in the coming months

DAV fundraiser gets canceled

SANDPOINT — The DAV’s annual ‘Forget-Me-Not’ fundraiser on Monday, May 25, has been canceled due to the novel coronavirus pandemic.

Missing Sagle man found safe

BAYVIEW — A Sagle man who went missing while picking mushrooms has been found safe, the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office said on Friday night.

Episcopal diocese closes Camp Cross for season

Bishop Gretchen M. Rehberg of the Episcopal Diocese of Spokane, which includes North Idaho, has announced that Camp Cross, the summer camp ministry of the Episcopal Diocese of Spokane, located on Lake Coeur d’Alene, would have to close for their 2020 summer season due to the novel coronavirus pandemic.

Best Shot - May 23, 2020

If you have a photo 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.

Grouse Creek Road washout

Legals for May, 23 2020

Sagle resident reported missing

BAYVIEW — The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office is looking for a Sagle man reported missing after being dropped off to pick mushrooms in the Bayview area Thursday.

Recent rain, snow melt swelling local creeks

SANDPOINT — Rain and snow melt are combining up to cause some local creeks and rivers to swell.

Bonner County museum hosting annual plant sale

Founded in 1972, the Bonner County History Museum has been collecting and preserving the Bonner County region’s significant stories for over 40 years.

Bonner County Calendar - May 22, 2020

Bonner County News of Record - May 3, 2020

Kid Weather - May 22, 2020

(Abigail, Washington Elementary, third grade)

Lifeguard program gains new life

Council updated on geese at City Beach

Faith community offers many options

As a response to the novel coronavirus pandemic, local churches are responding, helping their congregations worship in a variety of ways, from Zoom and Facebook Live services to YouTube videos and more.

Beware of navigation hazards

SANDPOINT — The Bonner County Sheriff’s Office is advising Memorial Day Weekend boaters to keep their eyes peeled for navigation hazards.

Best Shot - May 22, 2020

If you have a photo 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.

Library computers available to public

Allen was looking for a job before the pandemic struck. Living in a rural area, his internet service was spotty, so he would regularly visit the library to search and apply for jobs and email his grandparents if he had time. They don’t text, but at least he can call and email them to stay in touch.

Lost hikers rescued in Scotchman Peak area

CLARK FORK — The Bonner County Sheriff’s Office Volunteer Search & Rescue was deployed in the area of Scotchman Peak on Saturday to find a hiker who became lost after becoming separated from her companions.

COVID-19 cases stay at 70 people

SANDPOINT — No new confirmed cases novel coronavirus were reported on Thursday, according to the Panhandle Health District.

Legals for May, 22 2020

Idaho sees 5,800 new weekly initial claims because of COVID-19

A total of 5,800 new initial claims were filed in Idaho for unemployment benefits during the week ending May 16, the same level filed the previous week, according to Idaho Department of Labor officials on Thursday.

Bonner County History - May 21, 2020

From the archives of the

Socialism isn’t the vision we want for America

I want to add to Maureen Paterson’s recent socialism letter. People who think socialism just means free food, free education, and free medical care have not read the fine print.

‘Forestry Shortcourse’ being offered in Sandpoint

Many Idaho forest landowners desire a better understanding of how forests grow and how they can better manage their forest property to meet their goals. Furthermore, forest landowners are often required to demonstrate planned, active forest management to qualify for lower forestry property tax rates and cost-share assistance for management activities such as thinning.

Jeannie LaRae Kistler, 77

Jeannie LaRae Kistler, 77, a longtime resident of Sandpoint, Idaho, passed away May 19, 2019, at Kootenai Memorial Medical Center. She was born December 20, 1942, in Carlsbad, California, a daughter of James and Norma (Buck) Martin.

PAS volunteers thank truckers with free meals

It all started when we heard states across the nation were shutting down the restaurants and the demand for truckers was increasing.

GOP delegate meeting is set

SANDPOINT — The Legislative District 7 Republican Central Committee will be holding the 2020 reorganization and delegate selection meeting next month on June 6.

Article showed a complete lack of respect for VA police officers

On April 22, 2020 1:00, an article was written by Ralph Bartholdt, titled VA officer jailed on battery, assault charges.

Bayview tries again to pass water bond

BAYVIEW — The more than 480 patrons of the Bayview Water and Sewer District are deciding whether to approve a $3.4 million bond to fix the district’s water system over the next decade.

COVID-19 case count holds at 70

SANDPOINT — The confirmed novel coronavirus case count in North Idaho held steady at 70 cases, the Panhandle Health District said on Wednesday.

‘Life interrupted’

The soreness in her right knee, at first in the summer of 2015, was slight.

Join together as one to honor, remember our war dead

As I was growing up in the years following America’s victory in the Second World War, I remember being so proud of the country and those who had served and given their lives to win the war. The country had come together as one to accomplish something truly remarkable. Americans of every national origin, faith and creed played a part in the war, although the participation of some — African Americans and Japanese Americans — had been in separate units. Nevertheless, the war dead were honored and mourned by a united, thankful nation.

NIC to host virtual commencement ceremony Friday

Students graduating this year from North Idaho College will be joined by friends, family, faculty, staff and alumni as they gather online at 10 a.m. Friday, May 22, for a virtual commencement ceremony.

Senior Spotlight: Graham ‘loved to be around his team’

SANDPOINT — When Seth Graham was about 3 years old he started playing soccer. He stuck with the sport through his freshman year of high school until another sport in the fall took its place — cross country.

Friday night on the lake

If you have a photo 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.

Firefighters halted Center Valley fire

SANDPOINT — Firefighters from the Northside Fire District and Selkirk Fire Rescue & EMS put the brakes on a structure fire that damaged a home on Center Valley Road.

Hearing set in felony DUI case

SANDPOINT — A preliminary hearing is pending for a Sagle man accused of causing a rollover crash in which a passenger was thrown from a sport utility vehicle and then was pinned by it.

Merna A. Helms, 78

Merna A. Helms, 78, passed away on Friday, May 8, 2020 in Noxon, Montana.

Bonner County Calendar - May 21, 2020

Bonner County News of Record — May 2, 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.

Best Shot - May 21, 2020

If you have a photo 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.

Kid Weather - May 21, 2020

(Xander Conner, Sagle Elementary, first grade)

Seen ‘n’ Heard - May 28, 2020

Legals for May, 21 2020

Fern Marie (Guilford) Watt, 86

Fern Marie (Guilford) Watt, 86, long-time Sandpoint, Idaho, resident and co-founder of Encoder Products Company, passed away on Tuesday, May 12, 2020, from pneumonia.

The real skinny on bad carbs and good nutrition

Good carbs are in their all natural state and unprocessed or altered by man or machine.

Kaniksu Mill buys Granite

20 Years Ago — 2000

Senior Spotlight: ‘Maddie dedicates every waking moment to athletics’

SANDPOINT — One of the most impactful athletes to walk through SHS in recent memory is closing in on her final few days as a Bulldog.

Seneacquoteen announces tribute

PRIEST RIVER — Friends, family and especially veterans are invited to attend the annual Memorial Day service at Seneacquoteen Cemetery.

Save Independence Day campaign is underway

SANDPOINT — A social media campaign is underway to retain Independence Day festivities in Sandpoint despite the novel coronavirus pandemic.

Best Shot - May 20, 2020

If you have a photo 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.

Bonner Ccounty Calendar - May 20, 2020

PR sewer project’s second phase OK’d

PRIEST RIVER — Priest River had a short city council meeting on May 18, where all business items were unanimously approved, including an update on Big Sky Construction’s 2018 Sewer Improvement Project. The council voted to approve the change orders tabled at the May 4 meeting and the new project total is $422,339.87 and included 60 additional contract days.

Kid Weather - May 20, 2020

(Misty, Idaho Hill Elementary, second grade)

Robert ‘Bob’ Frazer, 83

Robert Thomas Headley “Bob” Frazer, 83, passed away on Sunday, May 17, 2020 in Sandpoint, Idaho.

Deadline nears for annual Angel Paws Golf Tournament in Priest River

PRIEST RIVER — Angel Paws of Pend Oreille County will hold its eighth annual golf tournament on Saturday, June 13.

Students are named to UW dean’s list

Students from the Newport and Priest River area have been named to the dean’s list at the University of Washington for the autumn 2019 quarter.

Lending a helping hand

PRIEST RIVER — After sending requests asking county residents and groups to consider growing produce for the food bank, among those taking part are folks at the Priest River Food Bank.

Smokey to welcome students today

OLDTOWN — Idaho Hill Elementary will be welcoming a very special guest today during packet distribution, which takes place 8 a.m.-noon.

PHD: No new COVID-19 cases in area

SANDPOINT — No new cases of novel coronavirus were tallied on Tuesday, according to the Panhandle Health District.

County, city offices are closed Monday

SANDPOINT — If you’ve got business to conduct with Bonner County or any of its eight incorporated municipalities, don’t wait until Monday to do it.

Jeannie LaRae Kistler, 77

Jeannie LaRae Kistler, 77, passed away on Tuesday, May 19, 2020 in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.

Kootenai County lays out wake boat rules

Tuesday meeting draws even-keeled crowd

Charles ‘Mike’ Sprinkel, 78

Charles “Mike” Sprinkel, 78, passed away on Saturday, May 16, 2020, in Sandpoint, Idaho.

In tribute of the heroes who died serving their country

Pick your favorite Memorial Day quote:

Youth encouraged to apply for WIOA

Idaho Department of Labor is seeking youth for the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act program in most regions across the state.

William ‘Bill’ Markham, 73

William “Bill” Markham, 73, passed away on Tuesday, May 19, 2020, at his home in Tacoma, Washington.

NIC, Amazon partner to help small businesses grow online

North Idaho College has partnered with Amazon, the National Association of Community College Entrepreneurship, and Tinderbox Marketing to offer Amazon Small Business Academy, a new workshop series to help North Idaho and eastern Washington businesses develop and expand their online sales through the Amazon platform.

How to own your feelings

Mental Health America sent me a massive packet of inciteful information in conjunction with Mental Health Month. Included was the URL for a website (mhanational.org/screening-tools) where one can take several online tests to evaluate your propensity for conditions such as psychosis, bipolar, eating, or post-traumatic stress disorders, depression and anxiety.

Legals for May, 20 2020

Remembering Mt. St. Helens 40 years later

John Goedde was at home in Coeur d’Alene on May 18, 1980, when everything went dark.

Bonner County News of Record - May 1, 2020

Kid Weather - May 19, 2020

(Aleigha Martin, Southside Elementary, kindergarten)

Bonner County Calendar - May 19, 2020

Best Shot - May 19, 2020

If you have a photo 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.

Senior Spotlight: Treadaway will always love lacrosse

SANDPOINT — When Will Treadaway was younger he took a liking to soccer mainly because it was the sport most of his friends were playing.

Museum reopens, keeps virtual experience going

SANDPOINT — Bonner County Historical Society and Museum is opening their doors today, but their past few months of digital work has only just begun.

Shakespeare and a dump run; a ballad of spring cleaning

I knew a girl who could pull more gear, stay awake at the wheel longer and generally out endure most of her peers during the sleepless commercial fishing openers on the coast.

Two new COVID-19 cases in North Idaho

SANDPOINT — Two new cases of novel coronavirus emerged in Kootenai County over the weekend, according to the Panhandle Health District.

AAA: Idaho gas prices on the climb

SANDPOINT — Idaho gas prices increased by 17 cents in a week as novel coronavirus restrictions are slowly lifted and fuel demand rebuilds, according to AAA Idaho.

Pike pounding on Hayden Lake is a spring family tradition

Welcome to the family.

An open letter to Idaho’s school districts from concerned educators

On behalf of students and educators in our districts, we call on district officials to approve budgets that will ensure stable, supportive, safe, and healthy schools for our students.

If the courts won’t enforce the law, why have it?

On March 4, in the courtroom of Judge Barbara Buchanan, I witnessed what qualifies as a sham hearing.

Don Carter’s presence at the city will be missed by all

With Don Carter’s retirement the city has lost a built in history of Sandpoint. His many years of city service has come to a well-deserved end.

Driver’s licensing expands hours

SANDPOINT — Driver’s licensing offices in Sandpoint and Priest River expanded their hours to full operation Monday.

Bonner County History - May 19, 2020

From the archives of the

Another record but it’s not a keeper

A Lewiston man is the latest title holder of the state catch-and-release record for smallmouth bass.

Legals for May, 19 2020

New COVID-19 cases reported in Kootenai County

SANDPOINT — For the second day in a row, the Panhandle Health District reported a new COVID-19 cases in Kootenai County on Sunday, bringing the total number of confirmed cases in North Idaho to 70. Of the cases in the region, 66 are no longer being monitored.

We are living during an amazing time in history

It struck me during these very stressful months,that we are living truly amazing history. Never before in human existence has our universe stood out in sharp intellectual relief. From the Pluto fly-by to imaging a real black hole, to observing entangled particles proving directly that the cosmos is connected at the deepest levels. Fascinating. Then there’s a planned return to our own moon in the next few years, with finally a woman to walk there.

Bonner County History - May 17, 2020

From the archives of the

Gooby’s good humor is a true delight to read

Regarding Pat Gooby, it’s good to have some good humor, Pat. I was wondering if you have any thoughts on the old two-holer and the Seats and Roebuck catalog. I am sure you have a story. Keep us smiling.

Tire tubes transformed into wearable artwork

SANDPOINT — Taking something no one wants, ugly and worn out, and recycling it into affordable wearable art, is what Lacey Inge of Sagle finds gratifying about making earrings out of exhausted bicycle inner tubes.

Priest Lake man pleads in lewd case

SANDPOINT — A Priest Lake man accused of rape and lewd conduct with minors is entering into a pretrial settlement agreement to resolve his case, 1st District Court records show.

Stephen Morse Lockwood

Steve was born in Portland, Oregon, on February 8, 1939, to William (Bill) Edwin and Helen Scott (Guild) Lockwood.

Bonner County Calendar - May 17, 2020

Bonner County News of Record - April 30, 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.

Spring refill underway on the lake

SANDPOINT — Operators of the Albeni Falls Dam are continuing the spring refill of Lake Pend Oreille, according to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

Timberline Aerospace zone change request OK’d

SANDPOINT — Timberline Aerospace’s zone change request from Industrial Technology Park to Industrial General was unanimously approved earlier this month by Sandpoint Planning and Zoning.

Memorial Day events planned

SANDPOINT — A slate of events are on tap for Memorial Day weekend.

Fern Marie (Guilford) Watt, 86

Fern Marie (Guilford) Watt, 86, long-time Sandpoint resident and co-founder of Encoder Products Company, passed away on Tuesday, May 12, 2020, from pneumonia.

Only one way to describe election: historic

I’m writing to you from what we affectionately call the “Bunker.” The Bunker is the base from which, under normal circumstances, we coordinate the massive undertaking that is required to pull off an election at hundreds of polling places, each processing hundreds, if not thousands, of voters. Elections offices are effectively the largest event planning operations in any given community. In Ada County, running an election is like hosting an event with 265,000 of our closest friends and neighbors all across 151 polling locations with all of the associated logistics of supplies, staffing, parking etc. Hence why we need a bunker. Months of methodical planning and preparation goes into pulling off each election to ensure every vote is counted and the experience is smooth for voters.

Most roads free of weight limits

SANDPOINT — Only a few county roads remain under weight limit restrictions, according to Bonner County Road & Bridge officials on Friday.

Entertaining on a shoestring budget with elegant solutions

For the upcoming apres-virus parties sure to be held in many homes (hopefully before too long) — today’s column will be a fun food feature with an eye to impressing on a shoestring. The focus will be not only on eye-candy (so to speak) but appealing in presentation while being easy on the host/hostess. Make it fun.

PHD: No new cases of COVID-19

SANDPOINT — Almost week has passed with no new novel coronavirus cases in the region, according to the Panhandle Health District.

Bonner County Calendar - May 16, 2020

Senior Spotlight: Jake Ryan vaults toward success

SANDPOINT — Jake Ryan isn’t used to having a break.

RR quiet zone coming to Kootenai Bay Road

SANDPOINT — A project to designate Kootenai Bay Road a railroad quiet zone is moving ahead.

Wolfinger to Little: Accelerate re-opening

COEUR d’ALENE — Kootenai County Sheriff Ben Wolfinger is requesting that Gov. Brad Little consider an “accelerated re-opening for specific counties who continue to show no or very little growth in confirmed cases” of coronavirus.

EBCL Homebound options updated

SANDPOINT — East Bonner County Library District officials are reminding patrons that Bookmobile browsing will not be available for a while. When those materials have been distributed, we will begin to deliver holds to regular Bookmobile locations.

Green’s ag impact garners WOW honors

SANDPOINT — The Women Honoring Women were inspired by the nomination letters for Diane Green, for her long-term commitment and positive impact to Bonner County in the field of agriculture.

Kid Weather - May 16, 2020

(Lilith Adair, Priest River Elementary, fifth grade)

Bonner County News of Record - April 29, 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.

Best Shot - May 16, 2020

If you have a photo 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.

Kroc to open Saturday; Silverwood at month’s end

Two of the most popular spots in Kootenai County plan to open this month.

Legals for May, 16 2020

Senior Spotlight: Sara Hathaway strives for greatness

CLARK FORK — This was supposed to be Sara Hathaway’s year.

Best Shot - May 15, 2020

If you have a photo 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.

Larry W. Lance, 86

Larry W. Lance, 86, passed away, at home, on Wednesday, May 13, 2020.

Charles Ralph Becker, 86

Charles Ralph Becker, 86, passed away on Saturday, May 9, 2020.

Kid Weather - May 15, 2020

(Eva Savage, Southside Elementary, kindergarten)

‘Cymbeline’ production is postponed until 2021

Sadly, the 2020 production of Montana Shakespeare in the Parks — the historic play, “Cymbeline” — scheduled to be presented in Sandpoint on Aug. 22 has been rescheduled for the summer of 2021, sponsors said.

Bonner County News of Record - April 28, 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 Library reintroducing some services

As Governor Brad Little’s four-phase “Idaho Rebounds” plan transitions to Phase 2, things are ramping up at The Library.

Bonner County Calendar - May 15, 2020

Farmers Market to open Saturday

SANDPOINT — Farmers Market at Sandpoint will open for the season on Saturday, May 16.

KRI River Inn set to reopen on Saturday

BONNERS FERRY — The Kootenai Tribe of Idaho announced Wednesday that the Best Western Plus Kootenai River Inn Casino and Spa will reopen this Saturday, May 16.

Glass half full

Apart or together, we are connected to each other

We are all, it seems, connected to each other. Right now we are, or should be, connected at a distance and to the environment. The Native Americans have been putting this idea out there for hundreds of years. Physicists tell us that my actions will affect not only myselfand my group and my immediate environment but, because of interconnecting space, will affect groups and environments distances away.

Local COVID-19 cases are static

SANDPOINT — No new novel coronavirus cases were reported on Thursday, according to the Panhandle Health District.

Churches offer many ways to worship

As a response to the novel coronavirus pandemic, local churches are responding, helping their congregations worship in a variety of ways, from Zoom and Facebook Live services to YouTube videos and more.

God’s love, loyalty through Ruth’s life

In the book of Ruth 1-4 is an amazing story of loyalty, unconditional love, and undying faith. The story starts with two daughters-in-law being given the choice to leave or stay with Naomi, their mother-in-law. Even though all the men in their lives were dead, Ruth chose to stay and honor her mother-in-law Naomi.

What you see is what you get with Bradshaw

Seldom does this statement apply to a political candidate — but it does fit Commissioner Steve Bradshaw very well. He is a man of integrity and always strives to be fair. Since his election two years ago he has proved to be a real professional who strongly supports our North Idaho values. We can trust him to keep up the good work. We just need to get out and be sure to vote in order to keep him in office.

Hit-and-run suspect facing felony charges

SANDPOINT — A Clark Fork woman is facing felony charges for allegedly hitting a woman with her vehicle and trying to hit another man on Wednesday.

When you are approaching a storm, you batten down the hatches

I was utterly stunned to see that the City Council approved a $2.9 million contract to replace the turf at Memorial Field. When all is said and done, the cost for the stadium and field will end up costing taxpayers roughly $6 million.

Bradshaw is not your run-of-the-mill political candidate

I did not know Steve Bradshaw before he ran for county commissioner in 2018, but observing him during forums and public meetings told me that he was not your run-of-the-mill political candidate.

Idaho forges ahead to reopen

Bars get bumped up to May 30 opening; visitor restrictions eased Saturday

Market crippling members’ ability to survive shutdown

Market crippling members’ ability to survive shutdown

We want to know where our food is coming from

We, the American people, want to know where our groceries are coming from. That simple! It’s true that much of our produce is labeled as to where it is grown. Some of the pickles we buy state “product of India.” But many of the items we buy, come from, who knows where. We don’t care about “distributed by” which is usually printed on most labels. Are they hiding something from us? We want to know “product of” (what country) and where it was “processed” (country). We want this information printed on all labels affixed to all food products, whether in cans, bottles, jars, plastic bags, or whatever kind of container. In the years (2007, 2012, 2014, 2016, 2019) some dog foods and treats were responsible for the deaths of thousands of dogs, here in the U.S. and in Europe. The problem (heart wrenching)was traced back to China (Google). In 2017, the U.S. imported over $4 billion in agricultural products from China. Also snack foods, spices, tea and … (Google)

Sandpoint prepares for online makeover

SANDPOINT — Three weeks ago, Sandpoint City Council updated their online public participation options by investing in Zoom, an online communications tool that has become popular for group meetings during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Sage Dixon is the true Republican choice

Sage Dixon is the true Republican choice

Legals for May, 15 2020

EBCLD eliminates overdue fine policy

SANDPOINT — The East Bonner County Library District Board voted unanimously to eliminate late fees for overdue materials at a special meeting on Monday, May 11.

Entering Stage 2

Restaurants, salons, gyms look forward to reopening on Saturday

Arrest made in lottery ticket theft

CLARK FORK — A Hope man implicated in the theft of lottery tickets from a local gas station was arrested following brief foot pursuit on May 3.

Bonner County News of Record - April 27, 2020

Bonner County News of Record - April 27, 2020

Best Shot - May 14, 2020

If you have a photo 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.

Landscapes Initiative announces first projects to conserve essential lands

BONNERS FERRY — Critical wildlife habitat in the Kootenai Valley is being conserved as part of the Pacific Northwest Resilient Landscapes Initiative.

Kid Weather - May 14, 2020

(Ashlyn K., Priest River Elementary, fifth grade)

Bonner County Calendar - May 14, 2020

Jacqueline G. Ellermeier, 87

Jacqueline G. Ellermeier, 87, passed away in Sandpoint, Idaho, on Tuesday, May 12, 2020.

Jerry K. Taylor, 67

Jerry K. Taylor, 67, passed away at his home in Laclede, Idaho, on Monday, May 11, 2020.

Bradshaw is the rare official who delivers on promises

If you are a conservative Republican in Bonner County, please join me in voting for Steve Bradshaw for county commissioner.

For the good of the county, vote for Horton

The upcoming primary is a chance for voters to weigh-in on the direction of our county and those who are in charge. Our commissioners are paid well to represent our interests and to answer the question, “what’s good for the people who live here?”

Throwback Thursday: A look back at local sports

SANDPOINT — If everything was going as planned, spring athletes would have finished districts by now and be preparing for state as we speak.

Bradhaw is a clear choice for county commission seat

Having observed Bonner County Commissioner Steve Bradshaw over these past two years, it’s safe to say that we made a good choice when we elected him.

Bradshaw demonstrating strong leadership as commissioner

My first view of Steve Bradshaw in a public forum impressed me. In a high school auditorium packed with citizens who had turned out in opposition to the Newport smelter scheme, Bradshaw took on a panel of Washington state bureaucrats more interested in shady land deals than in preserving our environment. Bradshaw had done his homework and addressed critical environmental concerns with science and sincerity.

Bradshaw is a real deal Republican we can count on

As a conservative Republican voter, it’s not difficult to identify a pretend-Republican candidate. You recognize one by statements so bland that no one would find fault with them. There will be no specifics. He never attends Republican meetings and forums because he would get the tough questions he’s afraid to answer. But he does hang out with liberals and convince them — wink, wink — that he’s actually one of them, and presto, his campaign signs pop up in their front yards.

Vote to retain Steve Bradshaw as county commissioner

A county commissioner candidate should have experience and history with the county they are seeking to represent. This is crucial to decision making, understanding the needs of country residents, and applying their local experiences to county issues.

Rep. Sage Dixon is the honest and ethical choice

It’s one thing to focus on the differences between you and your primary opponent and highlight them in your campaign.

True advocacy for people with disabilities

During this year’s legislative session, I worked with Sen. Jim Woodward regarding state rules and regulations around employment opportunities for people with significant disabilities and Jim was there for me every step of the way. I could always count on Jim to help me navigate the legislative arena to best help the people I serve.

A vote for Dixon is a vote for our rural lifestyle

Among the many choices on the Republican primary ballot this month, incumbent Representative Sage Dixon is my choice as the best person who will continue to fight for my rights as a longtime North Idaho resident.

Support candidates on issues, not political ideology

In a recent letter, Anne Wilder Chamberlain stated, “[Butch Horton] was invited to attend, in person or by phone, but he chose to do neither.” In another letter, Monqiue Hutchings stated, “Mr. Horton never even responded.”

Bonner County History - May 14, 2020

From the archives of the

PHD: No new COVID-19 cases

SANDPOINT — No new cases of novel coronavirus were reported in the region, the Panhandle Health District said on Wednesday.

Such a time as this we are living in today

Such a time as this.

We are privileged to have Bradshaw as a commissioner

We are privileged to have Bradshaw as a commissioner

Tentative graduation plans OK’d

SANDPOINT — Lake Pend Oreille School District’s May 12 meeting led with a lengthy discussion on tentative plans for the three high school graduation ceremonies for the Class of 2020.

Vote Butch Horton for Bonner County commissioner

I’m writing this letter of support for Butch Horton who is running for county commissioner. I believe he has the qualities necessary to lead this county.

A few thoughts on letters regarding Scott, Wheeler

The responses to letters regarding Heather Scott and Daryl Wheeler, in my opinion, missed the point entirely including those from hospital executives, MDs and lawyers. Ignoring the usual, mostly unrelated rants for the hate speech they are, one has to wonder how many authors even read the letters let alone reflected on them.

Free meals remain available

SANDPOINT — The Get a Meal, Give a Meal program, which aims to help people and businesses amid the novel coronavirus pandemic, has purchased more than 250 meals from over a dozen participating restaurants.

Few county roads have weight limits

SANDPOINT — Only a few county roads remain under weight limit restrictions, according to Bonner County Road & Bridge officials Monday.

Sage Dixon is a legislator you can count on

During this time of forced closures and confusing information, Sage Dixon proved once again that he is involved with, and cares about, small business in North Idaho.

A declaration of fun

Legals for May, 14 2020

Mark your calendar for a paradigm shift

Renowned poverty expert Donna Beegle to present workshop in Coeur d'Alene in September

Pandemic forces Lions to cancel July 4th events

SANDPOINT — For the first time in decades, maybe even since a Fourth of July parade has been held in Sandpoint, there won’t be a celebration.

Governor offers cautious optimism as stage 2 deadline nears

Governor offers cautious optimism as stage 2 deadline approaches

Bonner County Calendar - May 13, 2020

Best Shot - May 13, 2020

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Bonner County News of Record - April 26, 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.

Kindness is always just a thought away

I have one simple goal every day. A question I ask myself either in the morning or the evening. What can I do to benefit someone today? What did I do today that benefited someone? If I come up empty then I haven’t lived my best day.

Kid Weather - May 13, 2020

(Jensyn W., Priest River Elementary, first grade)

Master Gardeners offering a virtual bear aware class

The Pend Oreille County Master Gardeners are offering a free live online class called “Bear Aware” on Thursday, May 21.

Applications are available for memorial scholarship

Blanchard area students are reminded there is still time to apply for a Sarah Jones Memorial Scholarship through Blanchard Area Seniors Incorporated. Those interested should email basicidaho@gmail.com for more information and to get an application.

Newport hospital resumes elective surgeries

NEWPORT — Friday Newport Hospital and Health Services has announced a gradual restart of elective surgeries beginning May 18.

Ida Handy to create new Coolin park

100 Years Ago — 1920

WBCSD hosting meeting today

PRIEST RIVER — The West Bonner County School District looks to have a quick meeting today as they continue to meet remotely.

PHD: No new COVID-19 cases in region

SANDPOINT — No new cases of novel coronavirus were tallied in the region, the Panhandle Health District said on Tuesday.

Showing our appreciation during National Hospital Week

“The American hospital, whether it be the great urban institution or its humble rural prototype, is constantly making large contributions to that most valuable of all conservations, the saving of human life.” Herbert Hoover, the 31st President of the United States, said this when he served as our nation’s Secretary of Commerce.

Guilty plea in harboring case

SANDPOINT — A Priest River woman accused of helping her boyfriend evade authorities in a lewd conduct case pleaded guilty to harboring a fugitive on Monday.

Inez Case

Inez Case, formerly known as Inez Oscarson, passed away on May 10, 2020.

Deloris Irene Roberson

On Sunday, May 10, 2020 Deloris Irene Roberson, loving wife and mother of five children passed away at the age of 88 into the loving arms of her God and Savior Jesus Christ.

Earle Leeper

Earle Leeper, born Nov. 5, 1941, at Deaconess Hospital in Spokane, Wash., and passed away on May 9, 2020, in Priest River, Idaho.

Three steps to help you smash your fitness goals

Are you interested in your health and wellness and are you full-on committed? Such a simple question with crazy results either way. Right?

Senior Spotlight: Joel Johnson’s love for golf will never fade

Editor’s note: This article is part of a recurring series on local high school athletes who had their seasons cut short or canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Senior Spotlight: Cole Thompson looks past lost season

Editor’s note: This article is part of a recurring series on local high school athletes who had their seasons cut short or canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Please, Rep. Scott, stop with the grandstanding

I fear I have egg on my face … I just finished writing The Lansing State Journal in Lansing, Michigan. I wrote in response to their protest regarding Governor Whitmer’s request to stay home, stay healthy and their obligation to think of their family, friends, neighbors during this brief moment in time for the health of their people. They have more cases of COVID-19 than California who has four times the population of Michigan. Then I open today’s local newspaper and see people in our community (I hope not from our community) protesting in a similar fashion. No social distancing, no face masks. I am including a letter I wrote to one of North Idaho’s state representatives who spoke at the rally.

Legals for May, 13 2020

Lions cancel July Fourth celebration

SANDPOINT — There won’t been any crowds lining the streets and cars festively decorated with the American flag this year as the Sandpoint Lions Club announced Tuesday morning that its Fourth of July Celebration had been canceled.

Feds propose opening more refuges to hunting and fishing opportunities

More land in Idaho will be opened to hunters and anglers under a move by the federal government to amend rules at some federal wildlife refuges.

Butch is reasonable, level-headed and fiscally responsible

An important election is this May 19 — the Republican primary for local and state offices. This is when we choose our elected officials, because whoever wins the Republican primary election almost always wins the general in the fall. SO if you care about who is steering our boat, please request your Republican primary ballot by May 19. Ballots are due back by June 2.

Steve Bradshaw is a true conservative

Comparing the platforms of county commissioner candidates Steve Bradshaw and Butch Horton, I’m wondering what Horton is actually about. He is running as a conservative Republican, but he quotes phrases right out of the United Nations globalist Agenda 21/ 2030 playbook, making vague statements on his “Priorities” website, Facebook page, and video-clips.

PHD: 1 new COVID-19 case in area

SANDPOINT — One new case of novel coronavirus emerged in Kootenai County over the weekend, the Panhandle Health District said on Monday.

Bonner County News of Record - April 25, 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.

Bonner County History - May 12, 2020

From the archives of the

Best Shot - May 12, 2020

If you have a photo 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.

Verna Bernice Swearengin, 85

Verna Bernice Swearengin, 85, passed away on Sunday, May 10, 2020, in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.

Kid Weather - May 12, 2020

(Kruz Tuinstra, Sagle Elementary, first grade)

Greene’s Gripe: Somehow, someway Jordan’s greatness was taken for granted when he was on top of the world

Put yourself in Michael Jordan’s shoes for just one minute (and no, lacing up your Air Jordan’s doesn’t count).

SHS AcaDeca team claims state title

For the second year in a row, Sandpoint High School has won first place in the large school division and the overall state championship. Eleven schools and about 150 students competed in the 2020 Idaho Academic Decathlon State Meet at the University of Idaho on March 13 and 14.

Bonner County Calendar - May 12, 2020

Sandpoint Rotary Club announces grant recipients

Sandpoint Rotary is pleased to announce the recipients of their 2020 Career Technical Education/Vocational Education grant.

Museum of North Idaho goes online

Jocelyn Babcock said the move to give the Museum of North Idaho a virtual space has been challenging but adventurous.

Burn permits now required

Before you can start burning that yard debris, you first have to get a fire burn permit from the Idaho Department of Lands. Closed fire season takes place annually between May 10 and extends through October 20.

Deloris I. Roberson, 88

Deloris I. Roberson, 88, passed away in Sandpoint, Idaho, on Sunday, May 10, 2020.

Up and coming

Man accused of kidnapping, forcible rape

SANDPOINT — A Bonner County man is accused of binding and raping a woman at his home in February.

Conditional use permit appeal nixed

SANDPOINT — The Sandpoint Planning and Zoning Commission’s decision to approve The Ridge multi-family conditional use permit was affirmed at last week’s May 6 council meeting in a vote of 5-1.

Steve Bradshaw is the only true conservative running

People ask me all the time what it’s like to live in such a great Republican state. I have to remind them that Idaho is not run by only conservative Republicans, but there are many who run Republican in name only because they know if they ran under their actual party of Democrat/socialist, they would have a hard time getting elected here.

IPNF looks to open campgrounds May 30

Idaho Panhandle National Forests staff is working hard to reopen developed campgrounds by the end of May, or as access conditions allow.

Sandpoint Teen Center reopens

SANDPOINT — The Sandpoint Teen Center partially reopened Monday with “at the door” contacts with area teens.

Jewelry in the hen house, Run boy run

Ruby and topaz lace, emerald frizzle, gold bars.

SHS hosting ‘Declaration Day’

SANDPOINT — Sandpoint High School will be holding Declaration Day for seniors on Wednesday, May 13, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Student Leadership Adviser Mary Imaz said the student council will be in attendance.

Legals for May, 12 2020

Kootenai County adds COVID-19 case

SANDPOINT — Panhandle Health District reported a new COVID-19 case Saturday in Kootenai County, bringing the total up to 68. Of those cases, 64 were no longer being monitored but seven have required hospitalization.

Little’s rebound plan leaves yard sales room to negotiate

As Idaho gradually opens its businesses over the course of the next five weeks, an industry largely forgotten in Gov. Brad Little’s coronavirus rebound plan has been greenlighted by some local jurisdictions but halted by others, creating confusion and constitutional conversations around the weekend ritual.

Spokane resident arrested following high-speed pursuit

POST FALLS — A Spokane rsident has been arrested on a multitude of charges following a high-speed change on I-90 Sunday morning.

It’s going to take us all to defeat monster virus

My life and my loved one’s lives are more important than Heather’s rights or her freedom, or for anyone else that selfishly thinks otherwise.

Butch Horton will deliver thoughtful leadership, conservative values

I would like to encourage the voters of Bonner County to vote for Butch Horton for District 1 commissioner. Our current commissioner, Steve Bradshaw, has not performed to the standards for which he is getting paid.

Biased politicians are nothing but lowlife thugs

Hmm, no Fox News? No Rush? Want me to watch fake news? Laugh out loud. Fake news got Obama in office. The worse president ever. Fake news has been lying for decades and decades and people believe their lies. I get better news watching old cowboy movies and flyover America and the world. Laugh out loud. Ancient aliens good also. Biased politicians and uneducated government agencies are lowlife thugs and crooked rats. All tax burners. Only ones true are hard-working, tax-paying patriots of America. True. True. True. Laugh out loud.

Kootenai Health doctor needs to be held accountable

In North Idaho, Kootenai Health Heart Center is the only large hospital patients where people can go for the significant heart problems that smaller hospitals are not equipped to handle.

Want a true, honest Republican in office? Vote for Horton

I think the thoughtful position of county officials should be to reflect on what is best for the county and its citizens and not just be taken in by a selfishly naïve minority suing and demanding something that only benefits themselves leaving the rest of us to pound salt.

Russia, not China, is the one we have to worry about

I read some claims that states China is using this virus to eliminate us. One looks at most every thing we buy is made in China. Why would China want to eliminate their best customer? Now Russia has boasted since the end of World War II that they would destroy us and do so from within. From the meeting between Trump and Putin, along with the many visited made to Russia by Trump’s family members, has Russia had a better opportunity to carry their goal? Putin has vowed to break OPEC. Got an Idea where this cheap gas/oil prices is coming from?

Gary Suppiger will choose people over politics

A vote for Gary Suppiger is a positive vote for Idaho’s future. Gary is running for the House of Representative Seat, District 1B.

Dixon’s integrity prove he is a true statesman

I would like to endorse Sage Dixon for State Representative 1B in the upcoming Republican Primary. Sage is a rarity in politics, a man of integrity who is a statesman and not a politician.

Biden should pick Michelle Obama as his running mate

When it comes to the process of voting for whom I want to elect as president of the United States, I have found when talking with friends that it is almost always comes down to a decision of whom I would prefer as opposed to whom I really want to be the next president. And I am talking about five decades of voting.

You’re right, Mike, there is no cure for stupidity

My friend Mike Ellsworth, who is no longer with us, always told me there is no cure for stupidity, especially in Texas. After reading about Shelley Luther who owns a hair salon in Dallas, Texas, I really believe what Mike used to tell me is true.

Companions integrate veggies, herbs, flowers for perfect gardens

I had thought not to run my annual companion planting column this year since I’ve done it for so many years before — but I have received three(!) phone calls asking for it — so here it is once more! Good luck.

Where, oh where, are our county commissioners?

Where, oh where, are our county commissioners? While all four cases of the novel coronavirus have wreaked medical havoc in Bonner County, and that Boise governor has destroyed the economic lives of thousands of county residents and businesses, our commissioners have been invisible.

Bonner County Calendar - May 10, 2020

In whose interest is Idaho’s actions on COVID-19?

Governor Brad Little is quoted as saying “This acts different than other types of viruses. We all know the common cold, the flu, what flu season is and how that acts. The issue is … we still have our normal flu. That takes the same hospital capacity … and also creates complications for us in a lot of ways.” (Daily Bee 5-6-20). He didn’t state how Covid-19 is different. He didn’t explain the “complications”. Was he having a senior moment or a Joe Biden moment? Was he letting It slip what he might do this autumn when the real 2020-2021 flu season arrives?

Horton the right choice for wood products

The wood products industry has been at the forefront of Idaho’s economic development from the state’s very beginning. We must continue to do our best by enhancing current jobs, creating new ones, and protecting the resiliency of our forests in the face of disease and fire.

County’s lawsuit over gun ban disrespectful, counterproductive

A county commissioner has the responsibility to represent all the people in the county. The vast majority of Bonner County residents love The Festival at Standpoint and the positive community impact it has on our \little spot of paradise. Why then did the county commissioners sue the city of Sandpoint and in effect sue The Festival? If there was a small group of people who felt like their rights were being ignored they could sue. With their own money. And their own lawyers. Why did the county commissioners jump in with our taxpayer dollars ($100,000 and still growing) when those dollars are meant for roads, bridges, emergencies, etc.?

Butch Horton will lead county in a positive direction

It’s time for a change in Bonner County.

Bonner County History - May 10, 2020

From the archives of the

Illegal parking creating issues

Gold Hill hikers causing trouble on Bottle Bay Road

Sandpoint relaunches use permit program

SANDPOINT — The city’s permit program for non-residential businesses resumed on May 7. The use permit program was launched in March, in an effort to increase public safety and provide property owners proof that building code requirements have been met. The program was temporarily put on hold due to Gov. Brad Little’s stay home orders in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

WBL libraries set to open Monday

PRIEST RIVER — West Bonner Libraries hope to open to the public on May 11.

Idaho Gives campaign reaches new record

SANDPOINT — Sandpoint-area residents are generous, as evidenced by the money contributed through Idaho Gives’ fund drive for the many nonprofits in Bonner and Boundary counties.

PHD: No new cases in N. Idaho

SANDPOINT — Panhandle Health District reported no new COVID-19 cases Saturday and noted that of the region’s 67 confirmed cases, 64 were no longer being monitored.

Horton deserves your vote for District 1 commission seat

Horton deserves your vote for District 1 commission seat

County commissioners manufacture conflicts

County commissioners manufacture conflicts

Bonner County News of Record - April 24, 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.

Dixon represents lobbyists, not the people of North Idaho

Sage Dixon represents lobbyists and special interests, not the people of North Idaho. There are two votes that disqualify Sage Dixon in my opinion. The people of Idaho voted overwhelmingly for Medicaid Expansion after volunteers gathered 70,000 signatures across the state. Sage Dixon’s friends at the Payday loan industry are terrified the same grass roots approach will be used to stop their predatory lending practices. So, Sage Dixon worked tirelessly to make ballot initiatives impossible. Ballot initiatives are the only line of defense when elected officials fail to represent the people.

Suppiger well-suited to represent district, region in Legislature

Gary Suppiger is very well suited to represent District 1B and North Idaho in the Idaho House of Representatives. As a parent, as a business owner, as a volunteer in our schools, and as a member of LPOSD school board Gary has the breadth of knowledge and commitment that will make him an asset for North Idaho in Boise.

Number of deaths from COVID-19 is staggering

As any intelligent, educated being knows, it is the number of deaths from COVID-19 not the number of cases that we need to ponder to see the danger of this pandemic. It is a staggering figure in the U.S. Six weeks ago, on March 24, there were 957 deaths from Covid 19 in the United States. As of today, May 5, there are 70,110 deaths in the United States.

Wheeler leads BCSO in professional, courageous manner

A recent article in the Daily Bee reveals a write-in candidate’s views on her run for the office of sheriff of Bonner County. Having read the article twice now, I am confounded by her lack of understanding the position for which she is running and of the duties of a sheriff.

Balancing can be like tap dancing on a 2x4

Ten years ago this month, I led a group of men from Seattle at a retreat on balancing their work-life and pending retirement. For one exercise, I put two 2X4s end-to-end, and asked the men to simply walk that length. It was harder than they expected!

Generous community helps Kinderhaven

When a child has been removed from their home due to abuse or neglect, it can be the most frightening time of their life. Fear and uncertainty are common among victims. Add to these a new living situation with strangers and it is almost intolerable for their young minds. However, in time they will relax, trust, and begin to heal knowing that they are safe because they are now part of the Kinderhaven family.

Sage Dixon Is the true Republican choice

Spreading untruths about your opponent is the tool of those with no argument.

Bonner County News of Record - April 23, 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.

Best Shot - May 9, 2020

If you have a photo 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.

PHD: New COVID-19 case in area

SANDPOINT — A new case of novel coronavirus turned up in Kootenai County, the Panhandle Health District said on Friday.

Repairs to extend Long Bridge’s life

SANDPOINT — Motorists can expect intermittent delays as repair work is done on the U.S. Highway 95 Long Bridge this summer.

Kid Weather - May 9, 2020

(Elias D., Washington Elementary, kindergarten)

Bonner County Calendar - May 10, 2020

CASA seeking youth advocates

SANDPOINT — YOU can help a child in need.

Businesses announce options, hours

Shopping in the age of social distancing and stay-at-home orders can be tough. To help, local business are offering a variety of options for customers, from online to Facebook to video shopping to to-go kits.

Hawkins helps students nail distance learning

Editor’s note: In honor of Teacher Appreciation Week, Bonner County Daily Bee has chosen to spotlight a few of our local educators.

Senior Spotlight: Lish capitalizes on sole season on golf team

SANDPOINT — Aly Lish only got one season on the Sandpoint golf team, but she’ll cherish that year for the rest of her life.

Legals for May, 9 2020

BGH announces elimination of some service departments

SANDPOINT — Due to the unprecedented negative impact due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Bonner General Health officials announced in a Friday afternoon press release that they “made the difficult decision to restructure [the] organization and eliminate the hospital’s Cardiac Rehab, Diabetes Education, Home Health, and the Wound Care Clinic programs.

Teaching adds up to the perfect career for Gary Stewart

Editor’s note: In honor of Teacher Appreciation Week, Bonner County Daily Bee has chosen to spotlight a few of our local educators.

BGH OK’d to offer serology tests

SANDPOINT — Bonner General Health’s Laboratory Services department can now add serology testing for SARS-CoV-2 antibodies to its list of services

PHD: No new COVID-19 cases here

SANDPOINT — No news is good news during the novel coronavirus pandemic.

Probation on the line in theft case

SANDPOINT — Authorities are moving to revoke the probation of a Washington state woman who admitted embezzling funds from her former employer.

Kid Weather - May 8, 2020

(Korbin P., Washington Elementary, kindergarten)

Bonner County News of Record - April 22, 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.

Best Shot - May 8, 2020

If you have a photo 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.

Bonner County Calendar - May 8, 2020

Senior Spotlight: Paige Davidson is truly one of a kind

SANDPOINT — Paige Davidson rarely slows down, so times like this are certainly odd for her.

Faith isn’t meant to be kept in a box

I came home this week to find my wife watching a cake baking competition on TV. Each team was to make one of the iconic Star Wars space ships out of cake and each ship was about 7 feet long. The attention to detail was amazing. Imagine my surprise when I found out no one will eat these cakes, they aren’t really edible, they are just pretty to look at.

U.S Coast Guard Auxiliary ready to serve community

Like nothing else in our lifetime, the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) has affected our everyday lives in a myriad of ways. Much of the country is staying at home or self-quarantining.

Churches help faithful worship in a variety of ways

As a response to the novel coronavirus pandemic, local churches are responding, helping their congregations worship in a variety of ways, from Zoom and Facebook Live services to YouTube videos and more.

EBSCO Host offers database access

I struggle with anxiety. As long as I can remember, I have lived with an internal frenemy that I can’t push away. Once, when I was around 10 years old, I tried to form the words to tell my mom how I was feeling. She confused my “butterflies in my tummy” with “excitement” about an upcoming event. That wasn’t it. The experience led me to cope by attempting to understand where my disturbia was coming from.

Plea agreement resolves perjury case

SANDPOINT — A Bonner County woman accused of perjury in a court hearing is pleading to an amended charge of disturbing the peace, 1st District Court records indicate.

Outdoor shooting range has opened

SANDPOINT — The city’s outdoor shooting range has opened for the season with range masters present during hours of operation.

Legals for May, 8 2020

Idaho Labor Department sees another 7,500 jobless claims

Officials say another 7,500 laid-off workers applied for unemployment benefits last week

BGH offering serology testing for COVID-19 antibodies

SANDPOINT — The Bonner General Health Laboratory Services department is now cleared to provide serology testing for SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) antibodies.

Rasor’s honesty, hard work and love for others will serve us all in Boise

May 19, all ballots for this year’s primary election must be marked and mailed in. In these trying times with keeping our social distance, understanding how to vote, and who to vote for is mind-boggling.

Kindergarten registration starts

SANDPOINT — Online kindergarten registration is ongoing now through Friday, May 15.

County to remove signs from ROW

SANDPOINT — If your political sign is in the county right of way, don’t expect it to be there much longer.

Palmer takes students on virtual journeys

Editor’s note: In honor of Teacher Appreciation Week, Bonner County Daily Bee has chosen to spotlight a few of our local educators.

Beat the rush by voting early

SANDPOINT — Residents cannot vote often during the May 19 primary election, but Bonner County Clerk Michael Rosedale is urging people to vote early.

PHD: No new cases of COVID-19

SANDPOINT — No new novel coronavirus cases were reported in the Panhandle on Wednesday.

Sandpoint wrestling announces end of season awards

SANDPOINT — The Sandpoint wrestling team has announced its end of the season awards.

LPOSD schools to stay online

SANDPOINT — The Lake Pend Oreille School Board unanimously approved Superintendent Tom Albertson’s recommendation to continue distance learning for the remainder of the 2019-2020 school year at the May 6 special meeting.

State income tax returns due June 15

April 15 has come and gone and you haven’t paid your taxes.

Butch Horton is the best pick for county commissioner

I’m writing to express my whole-hearted support for Butch Horton for Bonner County commissioner. I believe it is vitally important for our local politicians to be reasonable, fiscally responsible and willing to work with others. Butch Horton is a long-time businessman, and a conservative guy. I might not agree with him on all issues, but I believe we share a love of this place and he will listen to me and others.

Will reopening churches increase COVID-19 cases?

It is amazing Scott Herndon (occupation: church attendee) has the resources and time to file yet another frivolous lawsuit against Gov. Brad Little of Idaho because of church restrictions to combat this deadly disease of COVID-19. He and his two companion litigants allege the restrictions are unconstitutional and violate religious freedom. It has already been established that such restrictions are indeed legal and covered by the Idaho and U.S. constitutions.

Bonner County News of Record - April 21, 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.

Rep. Dixon deserves your vote

My family and I moved to Idaho in 2012, in part, to escape the leftist authoritarianism controlling Oregon.

Bonner County Calendar - May 7, 2020

Instead of splitting apart, we need to come together in support

Instead of splitting apart, we need to come together in support

Vote Gary Suppiger for District 1 representative seat

I support Gary Suppiger for the position of District 1 representative. I have know Gary and his family for many years, as his children attended Sagle Elementary School while I was the principal there. I cannot think of a finer or more qualified person than Gary Suppiger for this position.

Suppiger walks the walk, does the math

I’ve cast my ballot for Gary Suppiger, running for Legislative District 1, State Representative, Position B.

Butch Horton offers common sense leadership

After seeing the April 30 Daily Bee, and reading about the county commissioners and sheriff warning of the threat of a potentially dangerous massive protest at the Festival at Sandpoint if the gun ban stands, I’m just more appalled at our elected officials. If not for those clowns, the extreme far right gun nuts would not be threatening our community with violence.

Bonner County History - May 7, 2020

From the archives of the

Kid Weather - May 7, 2020

(Sophie Streets, Idaho Hill Elementary, fourth grade)

Trio’s lawsuit proves they don’t care about others

Observation: Now Mr. Herndon is part of a lawsuit against the governor. He and two preachers decided that in a serious situation, they don’t have to abide by certain rules, rules designed to save lives. Just like they don’t have abide by certain rules when it comes to packing guns.

Do we have a constitution or is it in the dust bin?

Do we have a constitution or is it in the dust bin? Let’s examine the First Amendment which is one of 10 called The Bill of Rights, ratified in December 1791.

Richard ‘Butch’ Ikenberry, 67

Richard “Butch” Ikenberry, 67, passed away on Wednesday, April 29, 2020, at his home in Sandpoint, Idaho.

Best Shot - May 7, 2020

If you have a photo 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.

Dianne Marie Cross, 73

In loving memory of Dianne Marie Cross, 73, resident of Clark Fork, Idaho, passed away on Friday, May 1, 2020 in Sandpoint, Idaho. Private family services have been held.

Legals for May, 7 2020

Greene’s Gripe: Help me celebrate Priest River senior athletes

PRIEST RIVER — For the last few weeks, I’ve been working on a series called Senior Spotlight to highlight and recognize the local spring senior athletes who had their seasons cut short or canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Senior Spotlight: Gracie Reichart has final chance to compete at state with SHS dance team ripped away

SANDPOINT — Gracie Reichart put everything she had into this season.

Gary Suppiger cares about education

Gary Suppiger is running for state representative for District 1B in the Republican Primary. I support Gary because of his passion for education. He shows he cares for kids by volunteering as the Math Club coach for Sagle Elementary. Gary tutors fifth and sixth graders in math, two mornings every week and takes the group to statewide competitions each year, and he has done this for 17 straight years.

Bonner County needs Horton’s leadership, experience

Bonner County needs Horton’s leadership, experience

7B Women goes virtual in May meeting

SANDPOINT — It has been a trying few months worldwide, and 7B Women wants you to know they are here and continuing their mission of empowering women to succeed.

Make nutrition labels your must-read items each day

I’ve talked about this before but it is worth repeating due to the ongoing confusion about common food label terms such as “fat free” or “reduced fat.”

Vote Suppiger for practical leadership

In the upcoming primary election for the House of Representatives, we have the opportunity to choose a pragmatic republican to represent all of our great North Idaho’s constituents. Gary Suppiger is my choice for this vital position.

Suppiger generous with time, support of students

Utilizing his role(s) as Lake Pend Oreille School Board trustee and Cocolalla Lake Association Board member, Gary Suppiger was instrumental in creating the association’s annual tours hosted by Idaho Fish and Game with the Southside Elementary School students.

Butch Horton is the candidate who will listen to us

For those who are new to this area Republican politics can be confusing. Look at Bonner County Commissioner Steve Bradshaw’s campaign brochure. There is a list of Republicans he promises to fight against.

Choose nursing for a rewarding career

“I know exactly what I want to be when I grow up,” my then nine-year-old niece said one day. “I’m going to play in the WNBA for three years and then go back to school to become a doctor. Or maybe I’ll become an actress.” So much for “exactly.” She had a little talent for basketball and acting but finally chose to pursue a career in medicine.

Sage Dixon supports the state’s small business

Sage Dixon supports the state’s small business

Tamarack winglet installation offer garners interest

SANDPOINT — According to Tamarack Aerospace President Jacob Klinginsmith, three new customers have signed up for free installation of the company’s active winglet system and more than two dozen other prospective Cessna CJ jet customers have contacted the company interested in learning more.

Carla Jean Joseph-Cragun, 68

Carla Jean Joseph-Cragun, 68, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones on Wednesday, March 11, 2020, in Sandpoint, Idaho.

County eyes new satellite EMS station

PONDERAY — Plans are rolling forward to construct a satellite Bonner County EMS station on Kootenai Cutoff Road near Highway 200.

Little: So far, so good, but be cautious

Even as Gov. Brad Little’s four-stage re-opening program proceeds positively, he still has time to look ahead, to plan — and to worry.

Virtual meeting set on dam operations

PRIEST RIVER — The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is hosting a virtual meeting on May 11 to review operations at the Albeni Falls Dam.

No additional COVID-19 cases in area

SANDPOINT — No new novel coronavirus cases turned up in Bonner or Pend Oreille counties on Tuesday, according to regional public health officials.

Flowers for mom

Free mobile market set for Friday

SANDPOINT — An emergency food distribution in early April was such a success, Christ Our Redeemer Lutheran Church and 2nd Harvest decided they didn’t want to wait long to hold another.

Legals for May, 6 2020

M. William ‘Bill’ Nelson, 64

M. William “Bill” Nelson, 64, was born on September 3, 1955 to Mel and Marlene Nelson in Spokane, Washington. He was their first of six children. When he was just a baby they moved to his grandparent’s homestead in Trout Creek, Montana.

SASi recieves grant from COVID-19 Fund of Idaho

Now in its third week of grantmaking, the COVID-19 Response and Recovery Fund for Idaho has approved nearly $825,000 for organizations throughout Idaho that are helping low-income individuals and families experiencing homelessness or housing instability, food insecurity and/or domestic violence, along with those in need of physical or mental healthcare, and childcare.

Sage Dixon deserves your vote on May 19

Do you want a representative who stands firmly in defense of your Second Amendment rights? Or a man who claims to be a Republican, but refuses to answer questions on his Second Amendment stance?

Festival postpones concerts until 2021

SANDPOINT — There won’t be any music drifting across Memorial Field or bands jamming as fans dance in the aisles as Festival at Sandpoint officials announced Monday the summer music series was taking a year off due to the novel coronavirus pandemic.

Trump sure is taking the virus very seriously

Sarcasm.

Senior Spotlight: ‘I’m really proud of who she’s becoming’

SANDPOINT — Kind. Selfless. Driven. Those are just three words that describe Jenny Slaveck, according to the people closest to her. Jenny’s impact on and off the court for the SHS tennis team won’t be forgotten anytime soon and her mom, Mary Slaveck, can’t wait to see where life takes her.

Limits lifted from more local roads

SANDPOINT — Even more county roads were lifted from the ranks of those with weight limits, according to Bonner County Road & Bridge officials Monday.

Of mentors, busted flocks and pocketsful of Twinkies

A person turning left must yield to oncoming traffic, or to the person turning right.

A call to Christians in a time of trouble

I have heard recently of a couple of instances where Christians have been disgruntled and are publicly complaining against the government and planning acts of civil disobedience.

Canada geese living in a time of uncertainty

We are living in a time of uncertainty. And so are wildlife. Consider the Canada geese at Sandpoint City Beach whose future is dire.

COVID-19 cases stay flat in area

SANDPOINT — No new cases of novel coronavirus emerged in the region over the weekend, the Panhandle Health District said on Monday.

Officers seek help to identify person of interest in poaching case

BLANCHARD — Conservation officers with the Idaho Department of Fish & Game are seeking the public’s help in identifying the owner of a vehicle who may be linked to a poaching incident near Blanchard on April 17.

Geocaching notes 20 years of both fun and exploration

“I have a find!”

Dianne Marie Cross, 73

Dianne Marie Cross, 73, resident of Clark Fork, passed away on Friday, May 1, 2020 in Sandpoint, Idaho.

Death of two Moores

Policemen from different sides of country were shot and killed

The role of public servants in times of crisis

The health and wellbeing of our community should always be our highest priority. I am so grateful to the people who have served us at possible risk of their health to make sure our daily needs are met. This includes healthcare and hospital workers, grocery clerks, bank tellers, pharmacists, EMS and fire fighter personnel, police officers, food bank volunteers and many others.

Ziply takes over Frontier locally

HAYDEN — Ziply Fiber finalized its acquisition of the Northwest operations of Frontier Communications in a $1.35 billion trans-action Thurs-day. An addi-tional half-billion dollars will be used to address network and service improvements, the company announced.

Marx runs as write-in for sheriff’s seat

SANDPOINT — Bonner County resident Cindy Marx is running as a write-in candidate for sheriff.

Bonner County History - May 5, 2020

From the archives of the

Legals for May, 5 2020

Festival at Sandpoint cancels 2020 season

SANDPOINT — The Festival at Sandpoint, in consultation with local health officials, music industry experts, and the Festival at Sandpoint’s Board of Directors, announced Monday that the 2020 Festival will be postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Day of Prayer to take place online

SANDPOINT — In Sandpoint and in tens of thousands of other communities, prayer events are planned across the country on Thursday, May 7, in honor of the 68th annual National Day of Prayer. All across the country, people will be praying for the nation, government leaders, media, military, schools, churches, business and families.

Bonner County History - May 3, 2020

From the archives of the

Coeur d’Alene Resort reopens 34 years after it first opened in ’86

COEUR d’ALENE — Thirty-four years ago, The Coeur d’Alene Resort opened to great fanfare.

Little’s careful measures are the right approach

I am writing in support of Gov. Brad Little. Growing up, and attending schools, in Emmett, Idaho, gives me a little background.

Can you be safe out there in Bonner County?

We are in a worse-case scenario. We are in a pandemic caused by a highly contagious virus, COVID-19. It can be transmitted by an infected person who is not showing symptoms of the disease. In Bonner County people over 65 account for about 20% of the population. Add to that the number of people with underlying medical conditions, such as coronary artery disease, a compromised immune system or diabetes, and we have a significant percentage of the 42,000 plus residents of Bonner County who are in the high-risk category.

Central committee endorses Bradshaw for re-election

The Bonner County Republican Central Committee has unanimously endorsed Steve Bradshaw for re-election as Bonner County District 1 Commissioner.

Suppiger’s support for education will benefit us all

I’m voting for Gary Suppiger in the May 19 Republican primary for seat 1B in the Idaho State House of Representatives, representing Bonner and Boundary counties.

Blessings, curses during duress: Birds, TP & more

While all of us are coping with seclusion of a sort, some have it better than others by virtue of individual life-styles. In my case there’s no grief from loneliness, since I have a constant stream of visitors. The fact that they all have wings only adds to the delight of their presence.

Library working on reopening plan

First, I just want to say that we miss you very much. Our staff are looking forward to reopening just to see all of you.

SHS gets creative with senior celebrations

SANDPOINT — In the end, it would have been too many people and too little time to organize Sandpoint High School’s Grad Night 2020.

Devin Nelson, 47

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Devin Ray Nelson, 47, on April 20, 2020.

COVID-19 cases stay unchanged

SANDPOINT — Panhandle Health District reported no new confirmed COVID-19 cases in the Panhandle on Saturday.

Bonner County Calendar - May 3, 2020

The Help Shed offers meals, more on the go

PONDERAY — Hunger can lead to anger and frustration. The term for that is “hangry.” It is a word often bandied about while people have to wait for dinner longer than desired in a restaurant — hunger plus anger equals hangry.

Trio sues to block Idaho restrictions due to virus

Three northern Idaho residents have filed a federal lawsuit challenging statewide restrictions ordered by Gov. Brad Little due to the coronavirus, saying it violates their religious freedoms

Bonner County News of Record - April 18, 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.

SHS collects over 1K senior scholarships

SANDPOINT — Over 1,000 applications were collected at the end of April to be reviewed by 70-plus scholarships for seniors in the Lake Pend Oreille School District.

Rasor seeks House seat

SANDPOINT — Cornel Rasor is announcing his candidacy for a District 7 seat in the Idaho House of Representatives.

Cd’A crowd protests business closures

COEUR d’ALENE — About 100 people rallied in downtown Coeur d’Alene on Friday afternoon, calling for Gov. Brad Little to let all businesses reopen.

Katherine Alice Reed, 63

Katherine Alice Reed, 63, passed away on Monday, April 27, 2020, in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. Private family services will be held.

Ethel Louise ‘Rusty’ Abraham, 88

Ethel Louise “Rusty” Abraham, 88, passed away on Thursday, March 5, 2020 in Sagle, Idaho. Viewing will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, May 8, 2020, at the Lakeview Funeral Home in Sandpoint. Graveside services will follow at 1:00 pm at Pinecrest Memorial Park.

Bonner County workers returning

SANDPOINT — Bonner County employees are returning to work on Monday, according to commission Chairman Dan McDonald.

Man charged in knife threats

A man who was arrested by a SWAT team last Saturday after allegedly threatening two people with a knife before hiding in the attic of a Coeur d’Alene apartment complex is being held in Kootenai County jail on $50,000 bail.

Leanore Therese Bittner

Leanore Therese Bittner passed away Saturday, April 18, 2020 in Portland, Oregon, after a courageous five-year journey fighting pancreatic cancer. At the end, she lay peacefully, cradled by her family, with a view of her garden brimming with life. The loss to her family is immeasurable.

Bonner County News of Record - April 17, 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.

Kid Weather - May 2, 2020

(Abigail, Southside Elementary, kindergarten)

COVID-19 cases stay static in the county

SANDPOINT — No new cases of novel coronavirus emerged in Bonner County on Thursday or Friday, according to the Panhandle Health District.

Businesses offer options for customers

Shopping in the age of social distancing and stay-at-home orders can be tough. To help, local business are offering a variety of options for customers, from online to Facebook to video shopping to to-go kits.

Best Shot - May 2, 2020

If you have a photo 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.

Bonner County Calendar - May 2, 2020

Bonner County Calendar of Events for May 2, 2020.

Senior Spotlight: Jaycie Irish elevates those around her

SANDPOINT — Before the softball season began, Jaycie Irish circled April 24 on her calendar. That date was set to be senior night for the team’s seven seniors.

Legals for May, 2 2020

Best Shot - May 1, 2020

If you have a photo 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.

May God’s glory spread across U.S.

In 1952 an act of Congress established the first Thursday in May as a National Day of Prayer. Each year, the President also signs a proclamation encouraging all Americans to pray for our nation on this day.

Bonner County Calendar - May 1, 2020

Kid Weather - May 1, 2020

(Henry Madden, Northside Elementary, third grade)

Bonner County News of Record - April 16, 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.

Pre-quarantine men’s league champs

Before the coronavirus pandemic canceled nearly every public event, Sandpoint Parks and Recreation men’s league basketball was able to finish the season on March 8 and crown a champion. Pictured above are the members of the winning team consisting of Tanner French (left), Alex Crossingham, Mike Austin, Brad Huntley, Mat Lawrence, Stefan Buratto, Brandon Lawrence and Jake Oliver.

Local churches hosting services online

As a response to the novel coronavirus pandemic, local churches are responding, helping their congregations worship in a variety of ways, from Zoom and Facebook Live services to YouTube videos and more.

Limits lifted from more county roads

SANDPOINT — More county roads were lifted from the ranks of those with weight limits, according to Bonner County Road & Bridge officials Thursday.

High court requires masks at courthouse

SANDPOINT — The Idaho Supreme Court is requiring visitors to the Bonner County Courthouse to wear face masks and practice social distancing due to the novel coronavirus pandemic.

Patrick Johnson, 73

Patrick “Petunia Pat” “Starfish” Johnson, 73, of Sandpoint, Idaho, went to be with the Great Spirit on Saturday, April 11, 2020, after a warrior’s battle with pulmonary fibrosis.

Corps: Be wary of delta’s bendway weirs

CLARK FORK — The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is warning boaters to be on the lookout for bendway weiers in the Clark Fork Delta.

Ruth Hamilton

Ruth Hamilton of Sandpoint, Idaho, joined the ranks of Heaven’s angels on April 29, 2020.

Sandpoint reopens city facilities

SANDPOINT — Sandpoint City Hall is once again open to the public, opening today, May 1, at 8 a.m.

Washington to ease restrictions on outdoor recreation

Those looking for a reprieve from Washingtonians recreating in Idaho got some good news Monday.

City nixes suspension of lifeguard program

SANDPOINT — While a sewer collections improvement plan took up the first half of the Sandpoint City Council’s meeting Wednesday, the city’s long-standing lifeguard program attracted the most attention.

Legals for May, 1 2020