Wednesday, September 30
Farmin Stidwell Elementary to host boosterthon Thursday
Pledges can be made through today
Money raised will go toward outdoor learning facilities and technology
Accusations, interruptions
Acrimonious presidential debate disappoints local voters
Kootenai County viewers came away aghast at the first of four debates between Trump and Biden.
Coeur d'Alene capitalizes on scoring chances to down Bulldogs 2-0
Sandpoint shut out by Vikings, fall to 3-1-4
Oldtown church sees 7 COVID cases
Oldtown church sees 7 COVID cases
Attending BoCC meetings lend insight to county business
Attending BoCC meetings lend insight to county business
Shelda Lea Rigby Watts
Shelda Lea Rigby Watts
Hope boat launch renovation date set
Hope boat launch renovation date set
Bitter debate taunts, overpowers Trump's, Biden's visions
Bitter debate taunts overpower Trump's, Biden's visions
Best Shot - Sept. 30, 2020
Best Shot - Sept. 30, 2020
NIC celebrates GED diploma recipients
NIC celebrates GED diploma recipients
NIC, Heritage Health launch dental hygiene program
NIC, Heritage Health launch dental hygiene program
Kid Weather - Sept. 30, 2020
Kid Weather - Sept. 30, 2020
SHS volleyball battles, falls in three sets to Trojans
The Bulldogs' winning streak came to a halt Tuesday night.
PHOTO GALLERY: 'Reading Puppies'
First graders at Farmin Stidwell Elementary School will practice reading with their new stuffed friends
Rains help dampen West Branch Fire
Rains help dampen West Branch Fire
Flu shots available at all PHD clinics
Flu shots available at all PHD clinics
Bonner County Calendar - Sept. 30, 2020
Bonner County Calendar - Sept. 30, 2020
The further adventures of Sootie the wanderer
The further adventures of Sootie the wanderer
You can’t spell scoliosis without an S or C
You can’t spell scoliosis without an S or C
Vikings hand Sandpoint second straight loss
The Vikings scored in the 55th minute Tuesday to hand Sandpoint girls soccer a 1-0 defeat
Is it time for a serious mindshift?
Is it time for a serious mindshift?
Tigers shut down Priest River
SPIRIT LAKE — Lexi Barry and Kiersten Sawley scored two goals each for Timberlake to lead the Tigers to a 7-0 shutout victory over Priest River girls soccer on Tuesday.
Common heart defect could limit exercise ability that worsens with age
Common heart defect could limit exercise ability that worsens with age
Bonner County News of Record - Sept. 9, 2020
Bonner County News of Record - Sept. 9, 2020
Jennifer L. Alexander
Jennifer L. Alexander
Priest River volleyball nearly notches first IML win
The first Intermountain League victory for Spartan volleyball this season was within their grasp Tuesday night, but unfortunately they let it slip away.
Rantala claims home meet, boys team gets stronger in numbers
PRIEST RIVER — The Spartan cross country team hosted the Ivan Benson Invitational last Thursday and senior Annika Rantala walked away with first place in the girls race.
Prescribed burns start Thursday on the Colville National Forest
Prescribed burns start Thursday on the Colville National Forest
New Priest River high school opens doors to students
New Priest River high school opens doors to students
Hospice to hold rose fundraiser
Funds from event go toward client support
The area's only nonprofit hospice will hold its 23rd annual Rose Event Oct. 12
NETCHD: Expanded in-person learning can be considered
NETCHD: Expanded in-person learning can be considered
Spartans stumble at Orofino
OROFINO — The Priest River football team couldn't keep up with Orofino last Friday night and fell 26-0 to the Maniacs.
Sharon Rae Chilcote, 88
Sharon Rae Chilcote, 88
Legals for September, 30 2020
Tuesday, September 29
Seven COVID cases reported at House of the Lord
Seven COVID cases reported at House of the Lord
Health experts: Idaho is entering 3rd coronavirus wave
Health experts: Idaho is entering 3rd coronavirus wave
Kid Weather - Sept. 29, 2020
Kid Weather - Sept. 29, 2020
0929 Best Shot SNP
0929 Best Shot SNP
Weekend rains calm Bernard Fire
The fire, started on Labor Day and carried by high winds, is now mostly contained.
3 killed in Northern California wildfire; thousands flee
3 killed in Northern California wildfire; thousands flee
Senior Spotlight: Kate Bokowy was born to be a swimmer
Some people wake up early each morning and catch the worm, others not so much. Kate Bokowy is the former. Being a swimmer has forced the senior captain to become a morning person. But she doesn’t mind it because that means she gets to see her teammates.
Kathleen Y. Twineham, 78
Kathleen Y. Twineham, 78
Betsy D. Walker
Mary Elizabeth 'Betsy' D. Walker
Leo L. Addison, 75
Leo L. Addison, 75
Nonprofit rallies community for firewood donations
Volunteers work to keep vulnerable residents warm
Those who wish to volunteer can email firewoodrescue2020@gmail.com.
Constitutional scholar cites danger from within
Adler: Citizens must hold leaders to Founders' standards
Leading constitutional expert warns during Constitution Day lecture of threat to Americans if lies continue unchecked.
F&G asks deer hunters to provide harvested animals for chronic wasting disease testing
F&G asks deer hunters to provide harvested animals for chronic wasting disease testing
We need to bring America back to sanity
We need to bring America back to sanity
Vote Steve Johnson for county commissioner
Vote Steve Johnson for county commissioner
Mask wearing isn't a luxury, it's health issue
Mask wearing isn't a luxury, it's health issue
Theft of anti-smelter, Democratic candidate signs illegal
Theft of anti-smelter, Democratic candidate signs illegal
Bonner County History - Sept. 29, 2020
Bonner County History - Sept. 29, 2020
2020-21 upland forecast: What hunting looks like across the state
Signs point to solid season.
Bonner County Calendar - Sept. 29, 2020
Bonner County Calendar - Sept. 29, 2020
Bonner County News of Record - Sept. 8, 2020
Bonner County News of Record - Sept. 8, 2020
FOL monthly book sales resume
FOL monthly book sales resume
Legals for September, 29 2020
Monday, September 28
SHS swim tops Lakeland, honors 13 seniors
SANDPOINT — Sandpoint swim bested Lakeland in its sole home meet this season Saturday at the Litehouse YMCA.
Sunday, September 27
Reprise of rose care may save grief as well as unneeded effort
Reprise of rose care may save grief as well as unneeded effort
Bonner. County History - Sept. 27, 2020
Bonner. County History - Sept. 27, 2020
Local radio station to hold online auction
Contributions from community, local businesses up for grabs
Proceeds from the auction will help maintain radio station's local programming.
America can't head down the same path
America can't head down the same path
Crews continue progress on wildfires
Crews continue progress on wildfires
SHS boys soccer draws with Lewiston
The Sandpoint boys soccer stormed out the gates Saturday against Lewiston, scoring two goals in the first 17 minutes. Unfortunately, the Bulldogs were unable to find the back of the net the rest of the way and the Bengals took advantage of their few chances to force a 2-2 draw.
Bonner County Calendar - Sept. 27, 2020
Bonner County Calendar - Sept. 27, 2020
Boat launch to close for repairs
Boat launch to close for repairs
Bonner County News of Record - Sept. 7, 2020
Bonner County News of Record - Sept. 7, 2020
Bonner County News of Record - Sept. 6, 2020
Bonner County News of Record - Sept. 6, 2020
Bonner County News of Record - Sept. 5, 2020
Bonner County News of Record - Sept. 5, 2020
Bonner County News of Record - Sept. 4, 2020
Bonner County News of Record - Sept. 4, 2020
N. Idaho ranch hosts program for vets, mustangs
N. Idaho ranch hosts program for vets, mustangs
What do these states' governors really believe?
What do these states' governors really believe?
County officials circumventing committee's hard work
County officials circumventing committee's hard work
Orange Hawkweed is an insidious, voracious noxious weed
Orange Hawkweed is an insidious, voracious noxious weed
From insect repellant to medicinal, yarrow's uses abound
From insect repellant to medicinal, yarrow's uses abound
Lewiston slips past the Bulldogs 3-2
SANDPOINT — Sandpoint and Lewiston went back and forth Saturday at Pine Street Field, but in the end the Bengals prevailed 3-2.
Saturday, September 26
Clark Fork tops Priest River to claim second victory over Spartans
Once again, Clark Fork volleyball took down 3A Priest River.
Museum sets bylaw amendment vote
Museum sets bylaw amendment vote
Gladys Jackie Servis, 59
Gladys Jackie Servis, 59
Barbara Jo Ward, 68
Barbara Jo Ward, 68
CFHS crowns Homecoming royalty
CFHS crowns Homecoming royalty
Bonner County News of Record - Sept. 3, 2020
Bonner County News of Record - Sept. 3, 2020
In-person meetings canceled, but Idaho’s online college fair open to all
Students, families can chat live with admission experts at state universities
The online fair will be held from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sept. 29, 30 and Oct. 1.
Clark Fork football overpowers Troy 30-8 on Senior Night
CLARK FORK — The Wampus Cats took down Troy (Mont.) on Friday night 30-8 to pickup up their third win of the season.
Sandpoint unable to rebound from slow start, falls to Lewiston 24-6
LEWISTON — A sluggish start came back to bite Sandpoint football as they fell 24-6 to Lewiston on Friday night.
Bonner County News of Record - Sept. 2, 2020
Bonner County News of Record - Sept. 2, 2020
Road projects to start Monday
Road projects to start Monday
Voelz completes 10 years as scoutmaster
Voelz completes 10 years as scoutmaster
Patriots and parachutes
Navy vet and friends make the jump to honor veterans, 9/11 victims
Best Shot - Sept. 26, 2020
Best Shot - Sept. 26, 2020
Bayview's Bernard Fire downgraded
Bayview's Bernard Fire downgraded
Bonner County Calendar - Sept. 26, 2020
Bonner County Calendar - Sept. 26, 2020
Fire, possible shooting in Moyie Springs under investigation
Fire, possible shooting in Moyie Springs under investigation
Kid Weather - Sept. 26, 2020
Kid Weather - Sept. 26, 2020
Legals for September, 26 2020
Friday, September 25
City seeks legal fees in gun lawsuit case
City seeks legal fees in gun lawsuit case
Rains help crews gain on fires
Rains help crews gain on fires
Elk causes multiple I-90 crashes
EMTs witness crashes while enroute to separate call
County notes four new COVID cases
County notes four new COVID cases
Lady Cats' winning streak reaches four with victory over Lakeside
Clark Fork downs Knights in four sets
Birding tour to take place in Libby
Birding tour to take place in Libby
Best Shot - Sept. 25, 2020
Best Shot - Sept. 25, 2020
Kid Weather - Sept. 25, 2020
Kid Weather - Sept. 25, 2020
BF shooting suspect competent to stand trial
Daniel Moore deemed competent to stand trial
Getting away with it is half the fun
Getting away with it is half the fun
Robert B. Deubel, 85
Robert B. Deubel, 85
Library's resources help turn dreams into reality
Library's resources help turn dreams into reality
Bonner County Calendar - Sept. 25, 2020
Bonner County Calendar - Sept. 25, 2020
Bonner County News of Record - Sept. 1, 2020
Bonner County News of Record - Sept. 1, 2020
Boys soccer avenges district championship defeat to Moscow
Bulldogs shut out Moscow to claim second Inland Empire League win
SHS football heads to Lewiston looking to build off first win
After an unscheduled bye week, Sandpoint football is back in action tonight and will make the three-hour bus ride south to take on Lewiston
Christ Our Redeemer hosts Blessing of the Hunters
Christ Our Redeemer hosts Blessing of the Hunters
Local churches offering online, in-person worship
Local churches offering online, in-person worship
Firefighters pay tribute on 9/11
Firefighters pay tribute on 9/11
Police: Woman drank before deadly crash
A woman accused of causing a crash that killed a Spokane Valley man last week is facing a felony charge.
Legals for September, 25 2020
Thursday, September 24
Girls soccer returns with shutout victory over Moscow
In its long awaited return to action, Sandpoint girls soccer didn't disappoint taking down Moscow 2-0 in an Inland Empire League match Thursday at War Memorial Field.
County sees 6 new COVID cases
County sees 6 new COVID cases
Investigation concludes on grizzly bear attack
Two bow hunters in the Upper Pack River drainage were attacked by a sow Grizzly bear on Sept. 9 but managed to escape severe injury.
Wayne Babcock
Wayne Babcock passed away on Sept. 15th. His family invites those whose lives he touched to a celebration of his life. We will have a “FUN”eral at the picnic shelter at Lakeview Park, near the museum, on Saturday, Sept. 26th, 1 pm. Please bring a lawn chair and we’ll be Co-Vid safe. Condolences may be sent to the family at 375 Gold Hill Circle, Sagle, ID 83860 The family requests that memorial donations be made to Bonner General Health Hospice, 520 N. Third Ave., Sandpoint, ID 83864.
North Idaho College announces NIC Cardinal Reads
North Idaho College announces NIC Cardinal Reads
Is the water polluted or are plants operated badly?
Is the water polluted or are plants operated badly?
'Socialism' has been helping less-wealthy survive for 80 years
'Socialism' has been helping less-wealthy survive for 80 years
Bonner County News of Record - Aug. 31, 2020
Bonner County News of Record - Aug. 31, 2020
POAC hosts exhibit Friday evening
POAC hosts exhibit Friday evening
Moving toward a brighter future
Moving toward a brighter future
Johnson named Paul Harris Fellow
Johnson named Paul Harris Fellow
Bonner County History - Sept. 24, 2020
Bonner County History - Sept. 24, 2020
Crews continue to battle area fires
Crews continue to battle area fires
Best Shot - Sept. 24, 2020
Best Shot - Sept. 24, 2020
Bonner County Calendar - Sept. 24, 2020
Bonner County Calendar - Sept. 24, 2020
NIC kicks COVID to the curb with fog
NIC kicks COVID to the curb with fog
Kid Weather - Sept. 24, 2020
(Reider E., Priest Lake Elementary)
Mystery Pine Street cheese flinger apprehended
Resident says he was 'cheezed' on multiple occasions
A man picking his daughters up from school helped police find the teenage cheese thrower
Legals for September, 24 2020
Wednesday, September 23
Bullpup football opens season, new era
Bullpup football returns after decade-long absence; seventh, eighth graders take down Timberlake
Bonner County News of Record - Aug. 30, 2020
Bonner County News of Record - Aug. 30, 2020
3 East: Call it the Covid wing
Come on inside the isolation unit
Health care workers face unique challenges inside isolation unit
Priest Lake Outlet Dam and Thorofare construction moves forward
Priest Lake drawdown will occur early to facilitate construction
Priest Lake Outlet Dam and Thoroughfare construction moves forward
Crews make gains on area fires
Crews make gains on area fires
Kid Weather - Sept. 23, 2020
Kid Weather - Sept. 23, 2020
Best Shot - Sept. 23, 2020
Best Shot - Sept. 23, 2020
Bonner County Calendar - Sept. 23, 2020
Bonner County Calendar - Sept. 23, 2020
Four face charges for bus incident
Four charged following bus incident
Retiring early can be bad for the brain
Retiring early can be bad for the brain
Four small steps to better health and fitness
Four small steps to better health and fitness
Girls soccer unable to break through against Lumberjacks
Despite having 16 shots on goal, Priest River girls soccer was unable to find the back of the net during Tuesday's game against St. Maries and lost 2-0.
Boys fall to St. Maries, get closer to full starting 11
The Spartan boys soccer team fell to St. Maries 6-3 on Tuesday.
Sandpoint volleyball tops Moscow in three sets, Hicks tallies 18 kills
The Bulldog volleyball team is starting to hit their stride.
Clark Fork takes care of Kootenai in straight sets
Clark Fork volleyball continued their dominance over the North Star League defeating Kootenai in three sets Tuesday night, 25-12, 25-7, 25-9.
Panhandle Animal Shelter: Progress in a pandemic
Panhandle Animal Shelter: Progress in a pandemic
Rains help dampen fire situation in district
Rains help dampen fire situation in district
Sullivan Creek tree tipping project underway
Sullivan Creek tree tipping project underway
NHHS Foundation puts a 'Grinchy' spin on Festival of Trees
NHHS Foundation puts a 'Grinchy' spin on Festival of Trees
Spartan volleyball goes 1-4 in jam-packed opening week
It was quite the opening week for Priest River volleyball. The Spartans played five matches in seven days.
PR football avoids shutout, commits 8 turnovers in loss to St. Maries
Spartans travel to Orofino on Friday looking for first win
FMD is an uncommon arterial disease
FMD is an uncommon arterial disease
Trout Lake Trail restoration project to begin
Trout Lake Trail restoration project to begin
No suffering should ever be minimized
No suffering should ever be minimized
Richard Barry Kamplain, 72
Richard Barry Kamplain, 72
Betsy D. Walker, 74
Betsy D. Walker, 74
POC partnering on business stabilization grants
Pend Oreille County is partnering with Tri-County Economic Development District to administer a small business stabilization grant program.
Some West Bonner County teachers to receive bonus, no base raise
School board dips into contingency reserve for $750 bonus
Despite greater workload for teachers, salaries won't increase due to statewide budget cuts
100,000 Poets for Change announced
100,000 Poets for Change announced
Joseph Braedon Fitzmorris, 22
Joseph Braedon Fitzmorris, 22
Sandpoint Film Festival holds special 'G-Dog' screening
Sandpoint Film Festival holds special 'G-Dog' screening
Local Republican questionnaire draws ire of NIC trustee candidates
Two candidates say partisan questions and a new Republican scoring system don't belong in a non-partisan election.
Legals for September, 23 2020
Tuesday, September 22
Three students charged, one summoned, following bus incident
Two 17-year-olds, one 14-year-old face felony charges
A municipal court judge found probable cause for the arrests and court order Tuesday.
Bonner County News of Record - Aug. 29, 2020
Bonner County News of Record - Aug. 29, 2020
Sage Dixon serves district honorably, honestly
Sage Dixon serves district honorably, honestly
Crews make gains on Bernard Fire
Crews main gains on Bernard Fire
Bonner County History - Sept. 22, 2020
Bonner County History - Sept. 22, 2020
Kid Weather - Sept. 22, 2020
Kid Weather - Sept. 22, 2020
Bonner County Calendar - Sept. 22, 2020
Bonner County Calendar - Sept. 22, 2020
UI announces summer dean's list
UI announces summer dean's list
Flu vaccine reduces dementia, intensive care and death
Flu vaccine reduces dementia, intensive care and death
Senior Spotlight: Marcus Anderson is the heart of the Bulldogs' O-line
Names and faces on the Bulldogs’ offensive line have changed over the past few years, but the one constant has been senior Marcus Anderson.
Best Shot - Sept. 22, 2020
Best Shot - Sept. 22, 2020
Voter Registration Day events today
Voter Registration Day events today
The Maiden Hunt Series: Gretchen and Henry
The Maiden Hunt Series: Gretchen and Henry
Ponderay awarded federal BUILD planning grant for underpass
Ponderay awarded federal BUILD planning grant for underpass
Fish and Game proposes fee rules
Must be approved by Legislature
Changes proposed for refunds, hunter ed
Help catch poachers
Call the CAP hotline at 800-632-5999
Hunting season is underway
Everyone gets a reading buddy
Everyone gets a reading buddy
Eugene Buchanan Hayes, 98
Eugene Buchanan Hayes, 98
Trinity at City Beach named Idaho's Small Business of the Month
Trinity at City Beach named Idaho's Small Business of the Month
Wayne Babcock, 61
Wayne Babcock
Not wearing a mask is close-minded and political
Not wearing a mask is close-minded and political
Inquiring minds want to know reasons for 5G shortcuts
Inquiring minds want to know reasons for 5G shortcuts
We can take charge of our future this election
We can take charge of our future this election
Virus cases jump over weekend
Virus cases jump over weekend
Runner brings the Boston Marathon home
Runner brings the Boston Marathon home
Legals for September, 22 2020
Monday, September 21
Area transportation team to hold meeting Wednesday
Members can attend in-person or over Zoom videoconference
Sam Owens Fire District enacts burn ban
welding, other activities limited
Building or attending any fire, smoking outside approved areas will not be allowed.
Sunday, September 20
Boys secure first, girls place second at Lake City IEL meet
Jett Lucas claims individual title again, pack running returns
Meeting planned on Selle-Samuels comp plan
Meeting planned on Selle-Samuels comp plan
Bernard, Callahan fires continue to slowly grow
Bernard, Callahan fires continue to slowly grow
Jaunty fences add a touch of fun
Jaunty fences add a touch of fun
Bonner County History - Sept. 20, 2020
Bonner County History - Sept. 20, 2020
Sage Dixon serves district honorably, honestly
Sage Dixon serves district honorably, honestly
“Next Steps Month” is a perfect opportunity to imagine your higher education future
“Next Steps Month” is a perfect opportunity to imagine your higher education future
Gladys Josephine Chapman, 94
Gladys Josephine Chapman, 94
Bonner County Calendar - Sept. 20, 2020
Bonner County Calendar - Sept. 20, 2020
Bonner County News of Record - Aug. 28, 2020
Bonner County News of Record - Aug. 28, 2020
Bonner County News of Record - Aug. 27, 2020
Bonner County News of Record - Aug. 27, 2020
Blanket Flower offers bold, showy displays
Blanket Flower offers bold, showy displays
Garden wrap-up, shrub warning/reminder & a little levity
Area vegetable gardens are at the apex of bountiful harvest now — the reward for good stewardship on the part of the gardener.
Salvation Army putting out red kettles early this year
'Save Christmas' campaign needs volunteers
COVID-19 has driven up need for donations, Kroc Center says.
Miller 'retires' from PSNI again
Lois Miller wasn’t finished unpacking her belongings from the move to Sandpoint from Northern California when she knocked on Panhandle Special Needs, Inc.’s door looking to get involved. And, involved she got.
Community invited to Peace Day event
Community invited to Peace Day event
Clark Fork holds off Priest River in four sets
Lady Cats notch second win over 3A IML opponent
Saturday, September 19
Sandpoint volleyball secures first win
Bulldogs hold off Lewiston in five-set thriller
Terry John Slette, 82
Terry John Slette, 82
Shon L. Moody, 58
Shon L. Moody, 58
Bonner County. Calendar - Sept. 19, 2020
Bonner County. Calendar - Sept. 19, 2020
Bonner County News of Record - Aug. 26, 2020
Bonner County News of Record - Aug. 26, 2020
School staff go ‘above and beyond’ for students
Teachers spending more time than ever trying to maintain safe learning environment
In-person classes present challenges for staff, administrators say, but also benefits to students and teachers
Elks Wednesday morning women's golf league wraps up season
SANDPOINT — Because of COVID-19, things were different for the Elks Wednesday morning women's golf league this year.
Bonner County News of Record - Aug. 25, 2020
Bonner County News of Record - Aug. 25, 2020
Crews continue attack on Bernard Fire
Crews continue attack on Bernard Fire
Region sees 43 new COVID cases
Region sees 43 new COVID cases
Ethel Ann Welker, 90
Ethel Ann Welker, 90
Memorial Field floating docks to be removed Monday
Memorial Field flocking docks to be removed Monday
'Babe, he's gone'
Couple's quick reaction helped save man at CDA beach
Carson and Caitlyn Ames pull man from water
Greene's Gripe: Fridays aren't the same without football
Smoke cancels, postpones local football games leaving us with no Friday night lights
Best Shot - Sept. 19, 2020
Best Shot - Sept. 19, 2020
Kid Weather - Sept. 19, 2020
Kid Weather - Sept. 19, 2020
Legals for September, 19 2020
Friday, September 18
One Sandpoint High School student confirmed with COVID-19
Eighteen students self-isolating
School remains open, those at higher risk asked to stay home.
Nine cases confirmed at Colville skilled nursing facility
Nine cases confirmed at Colville skilled nursing facility
Bayview fire crosses 1,000 acres
Houses OK, but anglers should be wary
Crews hope cooler weekend temperatures and possible rain will suppress the Bernard Fire.
Clark Fork volleyball bounces back with victory over Noxon
CLARK FORK — The Clark Fork volleyball team bounced back from Tuesday's loss to Wallace in a big way. The Lady Cats stormed past Noxon (Mont.) 27-25, 25-21, 25-19 at home Thursday night.
Family fun fills Ponderay Neighbor Day
Family fun fills Ponderay Neighbor Day
County gains 5 COVID cases
County gains 5 COVID cases
Bonner County News of Record - Aug. 24, 2020
Bonner County News of Record - Aug. 24, 2020
Bonner County. Calendar - Sept. 18, 2020
Bonner County. Calendar - Sept. 18, 2020
Best Shot - Sept. 18, 2020
Best Shot - Sept. 18, 2020
0918 Kid Weather SNP
0918 Kid Weather SNP
Make a generational difference
Make a generational difference
The impact of concussions explored at Lifetree Café
The impact of concussions explored at Lifetree Café
Love is the antidote to fear and hatred
Love is the antidote to fear and hatred
Edward F. Bremel, 70
Edward F. Bremel, 70
Libraries offer equal access to information, learning
Libraries offer equal access to information, learning
Bulldogs fall short to Lakeland on Senior Night
SANDPOINT — The Bulldogs gave a valiant effort but it wasn’t enough to overcome Lakeland and star outside hitter Katy Ryan. Sandpoint fell 25-18, 25-20, 25-20 to the Hawks on Thursday night at Les Rogers Court.
Area churches offer variety of worship options
Churches offer variety of worship options
DAR celebrating Constitution Week
DAR celebrating Constitution Week
Police: Man robbed teens at gunpoint
A Spirit Lake man is facing multiple felony charges after allegedly taking two 17-year-olds to a wooded area and robbing them at gunpoint.
Legals for September, 18 2020
Thursday, September 17
Family creates GoFundMe for Sandpoint resident injured due to safety equipment malfunction
Those who wish can donate on website, through Venmo or by cash or check
John Gaddess is in stable condition, but expected to need several months for recovery.
County adds 6 new COVID cases
County adds 6 new COVID cases
Selle/Samuels residents query BC P&Z map change motive
Selle/Samuels residents query BC P&Z map change motive
Kid Weather - Sept. 17, 2020
Kid Weather - Sept. 17, 2020
Best Shot - Sept. 17, 2020
Best Shot - Sept. 17, 2020
Bonner County News of Record - Aug. 23, 2020
Bonner County News of Record - Aug. 23, 2020
Cindy Marx will enforce laws, not focus on politics
Cindy Marx will enforce laws, not focus on politics
We can't afford four more years of lies, hatred
We can't afford four more years of lies, hatred
If you want change, vote for Steve Johnson
If you want change, vote for Steve Johnson
Throw it against the wall and test it
Throw it against the wall
Here's to you, Joe Biden
Here's to you, Joe Biden
Bonner County History - Sept. 17, 2020
Bonner County History - Sept. 17, 2020
Sixth Panhandle Paddle set this weekend
Sixth Panhandle Paddle set this weekend
Doris Mary 'Dori" Mann Castle, 78
Doris Mary 'Dori' Mann Castle, 78
Sandpoint football gets unexpected bye week
Minico isn't traveling to Sandpoint on Friday, Bulldogs unable to find replacement
New fire reported in Talache area
New fire reported in Talache area
City council approves land swap, parks plan
Some concerns remains over bike safety from downtown to City Beach
New plans for downtown aim to provide increased pedestrian access to City Beach.
Bonner County Calendar - Sept. 17, 2020
Bonner County Calendar - Sept. 17, 2020
Pushback on poverty
Program teaches how to provide hope, help to those need
Donna Beegle Poverty Institute is a game-changer for lifting communities out of poverty
Legals for September, 17 2020
Wednesday, September 16
Chamber brings back makeshift boat race
Chamber brings back makeshift boat race
The cause and treatment of dry eyes
The cause and treatment of dry eyes
Seeping under doors, bad air from West's fires won't ease up
Seeping under doors, bad air from West's fires won't ease up
Sick of being tired? Set your fitness priorities
Sick of being tired? Set your fitness priorities
Fluckiger’s one-man show opens Friday
Fluckiger’s one-man show opens Friday
Zoning commission postpones decision on University Park
developers partner with land trust, resist road work contributions
Significant concerns remain over mitigating increased traffic congestion and developers' contributions to potential future roadwork.
Bonner County News of Record - Aug. 22, 2020
Bonner County News of Record - Aug. 22, 2020
Training provides lessons in empathy — and action
Group tackles poverty for community-wide benefit
Poverty Institute brings myths, facts, stereotypes, history of poverty to the forefront; training continues today
John Cyrus Roberts, 86
John Cyrus Roberts
Lord runs personal best at Timberlake Farragut Invitational
Dylan Lord places second overall in JV race
Bonner County Calendar - Sept. 16, 2020
Bonner County Calendar - Sept. 16, 2020
Best Shot - Sept. 16, 2020
Best Shot - Sept. 16, 2020
Daniel Robinson, 79
Daniel Robinson, 79
Richard Claire Bitton, 72
Richard Claire Bitton, 72
E. Hope revitalization plan includes veterans’ honor wall
“It all started with the flagpole,” East Hope Mayor, Vern Fleisher said of the plan to revitalize the area adjacent to the railroad tracks across from the post office, Davis Grocery and the old school. “And, then it evolved.”
Rains drench fires ravaging the community
Looking Back - Sept. 16, 2020
Everything we need can be found on the inside
Everything we need can be found on the inside
Spartan soccer falls to CDA Charter 6-0, volleyball opens season
PRIEST RIVER — Coeur d'Alene Charter took down Priest River girls soccer 6-0 last Thursday at PRLHS.
Runaway tortoise returns after 6-day adventure
Pet tortoise that disappeared into Idaho wilderness returns after six days
Mural pays tribute to history, community pride of CFHS
CLARK FORK — There’s something special about Wampus Cat pride and now that feeling is on full display for all to see when they step foot in the Clark Fork High School gym.
Kid Weather - Sept. 16, 2020
Kid Weather - Sept. 16, 2020
Legals for September, 16 2020
Tuesday, September 15
Wallace outlasts Clark Fork in five set nail-biter
Lady Cats battle back from 2-0 deficit, fall short in fifth
Kanisku Land Trust seeks re-accreditation
Public comment period now open
Kaniksu Land Trust officials have announced the group is applying for renewal of its accreditation, which it first achieved in 2016, from the Land Trust Accreditation Commission
Let your conscience be your guide on masks
Let your conscience be your guide on masks
Thoughts on politics, presidents and patriotism
Thoughts on politics, presidents and patriotism
Listening and hearing from the other 'tribe'
Listening and hearing from the other 'tribe'
Are you better off now than you were in 2016?
Are you better off now than you were in 2016?
Bonner County Calendar - Sept. 15, 2020
Bonner County Calendar - Sept. 15, 2020
Bonner County News of Record - Aug. 21, 2020
Bonner County News of Record - Aug. 21, 2020
Foundation, KRFY team up for 2020 Census
Foundation, KRFY team up for 2020 Census
Senior Spotlight: Aspen Larson has loved soccer from the start
SANDPOINT — In fourth grade, Aspen Larson decided to switch things up.
A huge thanks to all who helped after wind storm
A huge thanks to all who help after wind storm
Bonner County History - Sept. 15, 2020
Bonner County History - Sept. 15, 2020
Lost, not worried
Man loses way, spends five nights in Salmon River country
Attributes calmness through the ordeal to the teachings of his father
Dorothy Lee Barfuss, 80.
Dorothy Lee Barfuss, 80.
SHS swim opens season with strong showing in CDA
COEUR d'ALENE — The Sandpoint swim team opened its season this Saturday at the Kroc Center and the boys and girls each took second in the meet.
SHS cross country battles through smoky conditions, Lucas captures first again
ATHOL — Despite smoky conditions, the Sandpoint cross country and the rest of the 13 teams that competed in Saturday morning's Timberlake Farragut Invitational were able to complete the meet without a hitch.
Helen Esther (Davis) Hull, 79
Helen Esther (Davis) Hull, 79
Smoky skies
Smoky skies
Wildfires during pandemic intensify economic pain in West
Wildfires during pandemic intensify economic pain in West
No more smoke breaks
Outdoor workers brave the nasty air
Outdoor workers brave the unhealthy air quality as workweek begins
Smoke from coastal wildfires concealing local blazes
Firefighters holding off Bayview fire while Orofino blaze continues to grow
Firefighters holding off Bayview fire while Orofino blaze continues to grow.
Kid Weather - Sept. 15, 2020
Kid Weather - Sept. 15, 2020
Best Shot - Sept. 15, 2020
Best Shot - Sept. 15, 2020
County adds 10 COVID cases
County adds 10 COVID cases
Legals for September, 15 2020
Monday, September 14
Officials to vote on fate of University Park
Proposition would subdivide plot into predominantly single-family homes
If approved, developers plan to build 152 units in the University Park subdivision.
Juveniles confess to throwing rock that broke through school bus windows
Evidence includes video from inside and outside bus, officials say
Detectives recovered baseball-sized rock consistent with video evidence
Sunday, September 13
Woman in I-90 crash charged after man dies
Update of Friday's I-90 crash
Crews battle regional wildfires
Crews battle regional wildfires
Bonner County News of Record - Aug. 18, 2020
Bonner County News of Record - Aug. 18, 2020
Bonner County Calendar - Sept. 13, 2020
Bonner County Calendar - Sept. 13, 2020
Father Sleeva finds new home at St. Joseph's
Father Sleeva finds new home at St. Joseph's
Campground reservations ended Sept. 8
Campground reservations end Sept. 8, for Colville National Forest
Trump's threatened Goodyear boycott unpresidential
Trump's threatened Goodyear boycott unpresidential
President Trump dedicated to making America great
President Trump dedicated to making America great
If you don't believe it, check your dictionary
If you don't believe it, check your dictionary
Bonner County News of Record - Aug. 20, 2020
Bonner County News of Record - Aug. 20, 2020
Steve Johnson is the clear choice for commissioner
The Republican Party was, but is no longer, my party.
Little restores $99M in education funding
Gov. Brad Little on Friday restored $99 million in K-12 education funding he cut earlier this year amid budget shortfall concerns due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Bonner County History - Sept. 13, 2020
Bonner County History - Sept. 13, 2020
Bonner County History - Sept. 13, 2020
Be responsible, help keep this area beautiful
It was one of those perfect days on the lake so we decided to go to the Green Monarchs
Birds’ ‘surprise’ migrations leave empty spot in surroundings
Birds’ ‘surprise’ migrations leave empty spot in surroundings
Lakeside bus struck by unknown 'projectiles'
As a Lakeside school bus was leaving Clark Fork, an unknown projectile or projectiles struck the bus, shattering several windows and causing minor scratches and cuts from the glass.
Helen Esther (Davis) Hull, 79
Helen Esther (Davis) Hull, 79
Saturday, September 12
Best Shot - Sept. 12, 2020
Best Shot - Sept. 12, 2020
Valley Vista seeks to honor grandparents
Valley Vista seeks to honor grandparents
Blanchard thankful after harrowing week
Locals came together to help neighbors in need
Locals came together to help neighbors in need as firefighters raced to save the Bonner County town.
Wildfire smoke advisory Issued in North Idaho
Fire smoke fills the air
Despite pandemic, libraries continue to serve the public
In the midst of a global pandemic, with budget cuts, closures, and lay-offs, it’s nice to know that libraries are still serving the public.
Kid Weather - Sept. 12, 2020
Kid Weather - Sept. 12, 2020
Boston Marathon gets a Bonner County flair
It’s the first time in the 123-year history of the Boston Marathon that runners won’t be racing through the city’s famed streets.
Sandpoint Waldorf School expands its outdoor learning to mitigate spread of COVID-19
Sandpoint Waldorf School expands its outdoor learning to mitigate spread of COVID-19
County adds 5 COVID cases
County adds 5 COVID cases
First Presbyterian awarded Idaho Heritage Trust grant
First Presbyterian Church of Sandpoint has been awarded a $5,000 matching grant from Idaho Heritage Trust.
Bonner County News of Record - Aug. 17, 2020
Bonner County News of Record - Aug. 17, 2020
Bonner County News of Record - Aug. 16, 2020
Bonner County News of Record - Aug. 16, 2020
Bonner County Calendar - Sept. 12, 2020
Bonner County Calendar - Sept. 12, 2020
Sandpoint defense rises up in closing seconds to lift Bulldogs to 20-15 win over Lake City
Bulldogs force four turnovers, Trevan Adam seals game with interception in end zone
Legals for September, 12 2020
Friday, September 11
Deputy, family lose home in Blanchard Fire
The lone house the Hunter 2 Fire consumed on Labor Day belonged to a deputy for the Kootenai County Sheriff's Office.
Bonner County Calendar - Sept. 11, 2020
Bonner County Calendar - Sept. 11, 2020
Spectrum tries to block UI broadband grants in N. Idaho
University of Idaho appeals to increase broadband in North Idaho
Donations help city replace City Beach float logs
Donations help city replace City Beach float logs
Daniel Robinson, 79
Daniel Robinson, 79
Richard Claire Bitton, 72
Richard Claire Bitton, 72
Kid Weather - Sept. 11, 2020
Kid Weather - Sept. 11, 2020
Best Shot - Sept. 11, 2020
Best Shot - Sept. 11, 2020
Ethel Ann (Sheffler) Welker, 90
Ethel Ann (Sheffler) Welker, 90
Mountainside Volleyball Club tryouts set for Saturday
SANDPOINT — Tryouts for the Mountainside Volleyball Club are this Saturday at Sandpoint Middle School.
US stocks turn lower again as a wild trading week continues
US stocks turn lower again as a wild trading week continues
How to catch a liar explored at Lifetree Café
How to catch a liar explored at Lifetree Café
SHS searches for identity, first win of season
Bulldogs will need to slow down Lake City's quarterback if they want to walk away with a win Friday night
Churches offering both in-person, online worship
Churches offering both in-person, online worship
Calling 911 on 9/11 through 91:1
Calling 911 on 9/11 through 91:1
Thriving in the unknown: 7B Women holding virtual discussion
Thriving in the unknown: 7B Women holding virtual discussion
County adds 8 new COVID cases
County adds 8 new COVID cases
Blanchard fire contained, Bayview fire climbs
Crews continue to push to the center of the Hunter Fire outside Blanchard, while the Bernard Fire near Bayview has reached the top of the ridgeline.
LPOSD enrollment down over last year
LPOSD enrollment down over last year
Melva K. Baughman, 96
Melva K. Baughman, 96
Bonner County News of Record - Aug. 15, 2020
Bonner County News of Record - Aug. 15, 2020
Legals for September, 11 2020
Thursday, September 10
Sandpoint volleyball falls in three sets to Vikings
SANDPOINT — From the opening serve, it was all Coeur d'Alene on Thursday night at Les Rogers Court.
Bonner County News of Record - Aug. 14, 2020
Bonner County News of Record - Aug. 14, 2020
Keith E. Leiber, 79
Keith E. Leiber, 79
Sandpoint bounces back, shuts out rival Hawks
RATHDRUM — After suffering a 7-0 defeat to Coeur d'Alene last week, Sandpoint boys soccer bounced back Wednesday picking up a 7-0 victory of their own over rival Lakeland.
County adds 3 COVID cases
County adds 3 COVID cases
Bonner County Calendar - Sept. 10, 2020
Bonner County Calendar - Sept. 10, 2020
Let the public have their input on planning decisions
Let the public have their input on planning decisions
Gadsby named POAC Artist of the Year 2020
Gadsby named POAC Artist of the Year 2020
Elks donate to Bonner County Historical Museum
Elks donate to Bonner County Historical Museum
Historical society announces annual meeting date
Historical society announces annual meeting date
Rally should be possible without insults, lies
Rally should be possible without insults, lies
Bonner County History - Sept. 10, 2020
Bonner County History - Sept. 10, 2020
Zoning certificates are the wrong move
Zoning certificates are the wrong move
Vote as though your children’s future and life depend on it
Vote as though your children’s future and life depend on it
Kid Weather - Sept. 10, 2020
Kid Weather - Sept. 10, 2020
Best Shot - Sept. 10, 2020
Best Shot - Sept. 10, 2020
A jump to remember
Trio will skydive on 9/11 at noon
Navy vet, two more will jump for Newby-Ginnings, 9/11 Health Watch on Friday
Firefighters battle four North Idaho blazes
Blazes near Bayview, Blanchard, Orofino, and now the Callahan Fire west of Troy, Montana.
LPOSD, Little talk learning, pandemics and funding
LPOSD, Little talk post-pandemic learning
Legals for September, 10 2020
Wednesday, September 9
Bulldogs honor four seniors, dominate Lakeland 8-0
SANDPOINT — Sandpoint girls soccer put on a show Wednesday night at War Memorial Field.
Bear attacks hunters in Upper Pack River area
Bear attacks hunters in Upper Pack River area
Idaho Hill receives school supply donations
Idaho Hill receives school supply donations
Bonner County News of Record - Aug. 13, 2020
Bonner County News of Record - Aug. 13, 2020
Idaho tax revenues blow past expectations for August
Idaho tax revenues blow past expectations for August
County adds 6 COVID cases
County adds 6 COVID cases
Crews making headway on North Idaho fires
Wind die-downs helping fire teams tackle 700-acre blaze near Blanchard.
Power restored to almost all after Labor Day windstorm
Power restored to almost all after Labor Day windstorm
Kid Weather - Sept. 9, 2020
Kid Weather - Sept. 9, 2020
Best Shot - Sept. 9, 2020
Best Shot - Sept. 9, 2020
Bonner County Calendar - Sept. 9, 2020
Bonner County Calendar - Sept. 9, 2020
Computer glitches disrupt classes as schools return online
Computer glitches disrupt classes as schools return online
Survival tips to ease your school morning chaos
Survival tips to ease your school morning chaos.
How to keep kids active while learning from home – and why that's vital
American Heart Association News
The importance of annual physicals
The importance of annual physicals
Clark Fork volleyball picks up league win over Mullan
MULLAN — The Clark Fork volleyball team opened North Star League play Tuesday night with a three-set victory at Mullan.
Sandpoint volleyball drops 4th straight match to start season
COEUR d'ALENE — Lake City dominated Sandpoint volleyball Tuesday night to hand the Bulldogs their fourth straight loss to start the season.
Girls soccer suffers second loss to Badgers
BONNERS FERRY — For the second time in two weeks, the Priest River girls soccer team fell to Bonners Ferry.
Lightning storm produces quite a kick
Lightning storm produces quite a kick
Priest River cross country opens season with two mile race
POST FALLS — Three boys and one girl competed for Priest River cross country in the Post Falls River Run last Thursday.
William Leland 'Bill' Cassidy
William Leland 'Bill' Cassidy
Spartan football unable to breakthrough against Badgers
PRIEST RIVER — For the second week in a row the Spartan football team was held scoreless, falling 45-0 to Bonners Ferry last Friday night.
Lawrence 'Larry' Allen Glahe, 73
Lawrence 'Larry' Allen Glahe, 73
Gordon 'Gordy' Thomas Dowd, 16
Gordon 'Gordy' Thomas Dowd, 16
Three words to keep your heart from breaking
Three words to keep your heart from breaking
Arts commission announces annual grants
Arts commission announces annual grants
DEQ seeks comment on draft water reuse permit renewal for Coolin Sewer District
DEQ seeks comment on draft water reuse permit renewal for Coolin Sewer District
September brings return of favorite WBL programs
September brings back favorite programs and new opportunities to the West Bonner Libraries
Work to temporarily close raft slide
The Priest River raft slide, located along Idaho Highway 57, immediately downstream of the outlet of Priest Lake, will be closed to public use from Sept. 8 until Oct. 2.
Bayview residents reconnect to Farragut
Idaho State Parks and Recreation vote to reopen entrance
Idaho State Parks and Recreation vote to reopen entrance
Legals for September, 9 2020
Tuesday, September 8
Virus still throwing theme park attendance for a loop
Virus still throwing theme park attendance for a loop
Juneau Family Scholarship winners announced
Juneau Family Scholarship winners announced
Sandpoint mayor should resign due to divisiveness
Sandpoint mayor should resign due to divisiveness
Pair awarded MCC scholarships
Pair awarded MCC scholarships
Senior Spotlight: Bella Phillips' heart is unmatched
SANDPOINT — Bella Phillips is the heart and soul of the Sandpoint volleyball team. There’s no question about that.
Best Shot - Sept. 8, 2020
Best Shot - Sept. 8, 2020
DAR adopts Northside fifth-grade classroom
DAR adopts Northside fifth-grade classroom
Museum seeks donations for annual yard sale
Museum seeks donations for annual yard sale
Kid Weather - Sept. 8, 2020
Kid Weather - Sept. 8, 2020
Wild windstorm slams region
Wild windstorm slams region
NIC announces dean's list for spring semester
NIC announces dean's list for spring semester
Lake Pend Oreille sets new catch/release record for bull trout
Lake Pend Oreille sets new catch/release record bull trout
Blanchard fire forces evacuations
Blanchard fire forces evacuations
Bonner County Calendar - Sept. 8, 2020
Editor’s note: Not all events are being held due to social distancing protocols and Idaho Gov. Brad Little’s “Stay-Home” order in wake of the coronavirus pandemic. If you have moved your meeting or event online, please contact us at clobsinger@bonnercountydailybee.com and we’ll help you spread the word.
City council threw residents under the COVID-19 bus
The Sandpoint City Council's rejection of a mask-wearing mandate in the city means there will be thousands coming into our town because they won’t have to wear a mask. That was already happening, but now it will get much, much worse.
It's time for a change in Bonner County
It's time for a change in Bonner County
Unless we fight real intolerance, we'll never be free
Unless we fight real intolerance, we'll never be free
NAMI Far North hosting meeting
NAMI Far North hosting meeting
Sandpoint adopts $34.6M FY 2021 budget
The Sandpoint City Council unanimously passed a $34.6 million dollar budget for Fiscal Year 2021 and approved a budget ordinance at their Sept. 2 meeting which provides $934,757 in property tax relief for Sandpoint taxpayers.
County's insurance adjusters operating in bad faith
Has anyone else tried to get the county to pay for destroying our cars because of the botched chip seal job (last year)?
Three systems flagged in ICL report
The cities of Sandpoint and Priest River, in addition to the Kootenai-Ponderay Sewer District, were flagged for violations, according to an annual report produced by the Idaho Conservation League.
Cd'A Regional Chamber moving full speed ahead after re-branding
After an aggressive campaign launched that included a name-change, a new logo and new focus, president and CEO Derrell Hartwick said his chamber is looking to expand its reach.
Smith Creek: Tales of a favorite drainage
Everyone should have a favorite drainage to pursue their outdoor activities. Smith Creek, in Boundary County, checks all of the boxes for me.
Bonner County History - Sept. 8, 2020
Bonner County History - Sept. 8, 2020
Football team should change name to Washington Politicos
Football team should change name to Washington Politicos
Legals for September, 8 2020
Sunday, September 6
LPO drawdown starts Sept. 20
The annual drawdown of Lake Pend Oreille is set to commence on Sunday, Sept. 20, according to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineerss
A visit to the heart of darkness - May 17, 2001
Oliveria walks on unholy ground
The verdict that doomed the Aryan Nations
Trial was key to fight to racial inequality
Aryan Nations trial timeline
Case unfolds over
20 years ago: Hate left homeless in North Idaho
'The whole world breathed a sigh of relief'
Key players talk about Aryan Nations and the trail that broke them
John Gryszkowiec
John Gryszkowiec
Bonner County Calendar - Sept. 6, 2020
Bonner County Calendar - Sept. 6, 2020
Bonner County News of Record - Aug. 12, 2020
Bonner County News of Record - Aug. 12, 2020
Bonner County News of Record - Aug. 8, 2020
Bonner County News of Record - Aug. 8, 2020
Bonner County News of Record - Aug. 11, 2020
Bonner County News of Record - Aug. 11, 2020
Bonner County News of Record - Aug. 10, 2020
Bonner County News of Record - Aug. 10, 2020
Bonner County News of Record - Aug. 9, 2020
Bonner County News of Record - Aug. 9, 2020
2 PRE staff test positive for COVID-19
Two Priest River Elementary staff members have tested positive for COVID-19.
Bonner County History - Sept. 6, 2020
Bonner County History - Sept. 6, 2020
Canada goldenrod has a variety of uses
Canada goldenrod has a variety of uses
Tomatoes are finally ripe: Head for the Farmer’s Market!
Tomatoes are finally ripe: Head for the Farmer’s Market!
No parade in today's paper
Because it's a holiday weekend, there is no Parade magazine inserted in today's Press. Parade will come marching back into the paper next Sunday.
'Local' posse filled with folks from California, East Coast
Ms. Trinin, get off "your" high horse. I'm no fan of Sandpoint's mayor. See his $3.700 garbage cans among other things.
Sandpoint isn't the problem, the city's mayor is
Let’s review the Sandpoint mayor’s recent behavior:
We must stand our ground and say no to masks
Thank you to businesses that respect the Constitution and read the science and do not force their employees or customers to wear face masks.
Summertime, and the livin' ain't easy …
In an earlier era my 1957 bride and I spent 10 years in Logan, Utah (among a zillion other places), scenic home of Utah State University.
Saturday, September 5
PRE staff member tests positive for COVID-19
While a Priest River Elementary employee has tested positive for COVID-19, West Bonner County School District officials said health district officials said the school will still be able to open on time on Tuesday.
Residents encouraged to Walk For HOPE
Pick a time on Sunday and Walk for HOPE.
Bonner County Calendar - Sept. 5, 2020
Bonner County Calendar - Sept. 5, 2020
A parents' guide to online learning
Online learning is becoming a part of student learning.
Everything Her Eyes Can Take In
Harold’s IGA grocery store closed in 2005, but continues to hold a warm and enduring place in history and many hearts and minds in the area.
PHD reports 22 new COVID-19 cases
The Panhandle Health District reported 22 new confirmed or probable cases of novel coronavirus on Friday, including four new infections in Bonner County
College grounds aerospace program
Aerospace Center will close at the end of 2020-21 school year
The North Idaho College Aerospace Center will close at the end of the 2020-21 academic year.
Bonner County News of Record - Aug. 7, 2020
Bonner County News of Record - Aug. 7, 2020
Kid Weather - Sept. 5, 2020
Kid Weather - Sept. 5, 2020
'Truth-pieces' in the truth puzzles
What’s a person supposed to believe is true anymore? In this time of information overload, no-holds-barred truth assertions, or obvious disinformation, it’s easy to be confused as to what is, or isn’t, true.
Best Shot - Sept. 5, 2020
Best Shot - Sept. 5, 2020
Fundraisers set for injured officer
A series of fundraisers are set for a Ponderay Police sergeant who was injured in a motorcycle crash near Lewiston last month
Gary and Velma Wescott
Gary and Velma Wescott
Legals for September, 5 2020
Friday, September 4
Sandpoint football rattled by No. 1 team in 5A
COEUR d'ALENE — The Vikings showed Sandpoint football why they are the No. 1 team in the state Friday night.
Probable harmful algal bloom reported on Lake Cocolalla
Panhandle Health District and the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality advise the public to use caution when recreating in or near the water at Lake Cocolalla due to a probable harmful algal bloom.
Clark Fork volleyball outlasts Bonners Ferry in season opener
CLARK FORK — It was a match that came down to the wire, but the Lady Cats prevailed.
PHD: 23 new cases of COVID-19 in Panhandle
The Panhandle Health District reported 23 new confirmed or probable cases of novel coronavirus on Thursday, which includes three new infections in Bonner County
Coeur d'Alene takes down Bulldogs 2-1
SANDPOINT — The first 65 minutes of Thursday's game between Sandpoint girls soccer and Coeur d'Alene were rather uneventful. The final 15 were quite the opposite.
Kymberly Lynn Dixon, 46
Kymberly Lynn Dixon, 46
Lois Weisz, 90
Lois Weisz, 90
Ethel Ann Welker, 90
Ethel Ann Welker, 90
Bonner County Calendar - Sept. 4, 2020
Bonner County Calendar - Sept. 4, 2020
Sandpoint football renews rivalry with Coeur d'Alene
SANDPOINT — It’s a bitter feud that has been missing for almost a decade.
Sandpoint Film Festival this weekend
What is better than the Sandpoint Film Festival? The Sandpoint Film Festival under the stars and free of charge.
Vikings shut out Bulldogs 7-0
COEUR d’ALENE — Sandpoint boys soccer was silenced at Coeur d'Alene, falling 7-0 to the Vikings in an Inland Empire League match Thursday.
SHS volleyball unable to build off fast start in loss to Trojans
SANDPOINT — Sandpoint volleyball jumped on Post Falls early in Thursday's match at Les Rogers Court, but the Trojans weathered the storm to pickup a straight-set victory, 25-22, 25-15, 25-21.
Kid Weather - Sept. 4, 2020
Kid Weather - Sept. 4, 2020
Coronavirus showing decline in PHD
Director still urges caution, especially heading into Labor Day weekend
Positivity rate down to 4%
Best Shot - Sept. 4, 2020
Best Shot - Sept. 4, 2020
'I was really messed up'
Local Covid-19 patient tells his story
A Patient Story - August, 24, 2020
Bonner County News of Record - Aug. 6, 2020
Bonner County News of Record - Aug. 6, 2020
WSP reopens murder investigation
The Washington State Patrol is trying to apply some heat to a cold case in Pend Oreille County
Impact of intimacy anorexia on marriages examined at Lifetree Café
A glimpse into marriages suffering from intimacy anorexia will be shown at Lifetree Café on Monday, Sept. 7, 2020 at 2 p.m.
Politicians can't fix what only God can
First century Israel was part of the Roman Empire. Anyone suspected of causing trouble for the Empire or the emperor was dealt with so severely that most political schemers sought to stay in the good graces of the emperor.
Churches hosting in-person, online 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.
Legals for September, 4 2020
Thursday, September 3
IDFG seeks information on poached elk
Idaho Department of Fish & Game is seeking information on a poached bull elk discovered off Clagstone Road on Tuesday.
NIC's TRIO program grant renewed
North Idaho College’s TRIO-Student Support Services program, which assists first-generation college students, students with disabilities, or those from low-income families, has received a five-year, federal grant renewal of $1.47 million.
Let's take control of our future this election
One is always hearing that Election Day is X number of days away.
Courthouse closed Sept. 7
The Bonner County Courthouse and Administration Building will be closed on Monday, Sept. 7 in observance of Labor Day.
Unhinged Democrats are ignorant of 1930s history
For as long as I can remember unhinged Democrats, who are completely ignorant of the history of the 1930s national socialists in Germany have tried to label conservative Christians and Republicans as 1930’s national socialists.
Bonner County Calendar - Sept. 3, 2020
Bonner County Calendar - Sept. 3, 2020
Call me an American
When I was a girl not yet in high school, I used to pull dandelions out of my father's grass lawns in the summer.
Mayhem outside the Moose
Hit-and-run suspect has scheduled hearing this week
Hit-and-run suspect to face hearing this week
Bonner County History - Sept. 3, 2020
Bonner County History - Sept. 3, 2020
Annual Cornhole Classic returns to Sandpoint next weekend
SANDPOINT — The third annual Sandpoint Cornhole Classic is set for Friday, Sept. 11, and Saturday, Sept. 12, at the Bonner County Fairgrounds. The tournament is hosted by the 7B Baggers Cornhole Club, a newly formed nonprofit.
Hearing postponed in Priest River slaying
A preliminary hearing in a Priest River murder case was delayed on Wednesday so the defendant can undergo a mental health evaluation.
Bonner County News of Record - Aug. 5, 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.
Radio station silences 'The Voice'
A longtime broadcaster has been silenced after hosting a radio show featuring a spokeswoman for a group trying to halt the relocation of an asphalt batch plant to a gravel pit in Sagle.
Walk for HOPE set for Sunday
SANDPOINT — Pick a time on Sunday and Walk for HOPE.
Drones harassing osprey at Memorial Field
SANDPOINT — If you have a drone, the city has a message for you: Don't harass or disturb the osprey.
Kid Weather - Sept. 3, 2020
(Taylor, Southside Elementary)
Best Shot - Sept. 3, 2020
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Jacqueline 'Jackie' Kirkland, 56
Jacqueline “Jackie” Kirkland, 56, passed away in Noxon, Montana on Monday, September 1, 2020.
Ron McIntire continues to set a strong pace with grocery store chain
50 years in North Idaho grocery business
PHD reports 24 new cases of COVID-19
Bonner County added three new confirmed or probable cases of COVID-19 on Wednesday, bringing the total number of cases in the five northern counties to 2,784
Legals for September, 3 2020
Wednesday, September 2
City prevails in Festival gun lawsuit
The city of Sandpoint's motion for summary judgment in a lawsuit over the Festival at Sandpoint's firearms prohibition was granted by a 1st District Court judge on Wednesday.
Debra Lynn Negle, 65
Debra Lynn Negle, 65
Girls soccer held scoreless by Tigers
PRIEST RIVER — The Spartans were unable to get a shot on goal in Tuesday night's 6-0 defeat to Timberlake.
Timberlake crushes shorthanded Spartans
PRIEST RIVER — In their first match of the season, the Priest River boys soccer team lost to Timberlake 9-2.
Kid Weather - Sept. 2, 2020
Kid Weather - Sept. 2, 2020
Best Shot - Sept. 2, 2020
Best Shot - Sept. 2, 2020
Bonner County News of Record - Aug. 4, 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.
Schweitzer donates $5,000 to food bank
It’s been a challenging year for many non-profits who have had to cancel fundraising efforts due to concerns over COVID-19, but Schweitzer Mountain Resort’s commitment to the Bonner Community Food Bank was able to continue thanks to one special passholder.
Don’t let stress make a mess of your life
Most of our lives are full of stress, and that can take a toll on our body and health.
PHD reports 14 new cases of COVID-19
The Panhandle Health District reported 14 new confirmed or probable cases of novel coronavirus on Tuesday, including one new infection in Bonner County.
Hormone imbalance challenges both men and women
Last week we took a look at puberty and how hormones control the developmental change from childhood to adulthood. This week we’re going to talk about how the endocrine system and the hormones those glands excrete affect men and women. Let’s start with the guys.
Missing children, mother located
A mother and her two biological children who went missing last month have been located, according to the Bonner County Sheriff's Office.
Construction moves forward on new hotel, garage
Steady progress has been made during the past week on the construction of two business buildings. The addition to the Charbonneau Hotel has now reached the top of the third story and is ready for a roof, while the new garage on Main Street has been practically completed with the exception of finishing work both inside and outside.
Steven Quigg, 55
Steven Quigg, 55, passed away Sunday, August 29, 2020 in Ponderay, Idaho.
Charles (Chic) Richard (Dick) Bloom
Charles (Chic) Richard (Dick) Bloom of Sandpoint, Idaho, passed away on Saturday, August 29, of natural causes.
Lawrence A. Glahe, 73
Lawrence A. Glahe, 73, passed away in Spokane, Washington, on Saturday, August 29, 2020.
Tonya Rae Davis
Tonya Rae Davis, of Sagle, Idaho, passed away unexpectedly at home the morning of August 27, 2020.
The weight and joys of a matriarch's mantle
I had a profound moment traveling between the hospital in Newport and my home in Priest River the summer of my mom's passing.
Kymberly Lynn Dixon, 46
Kymberly Lynn Dixon, 46
Spartans fall to Kellogg 44-0 in opener
PRIEST RIVER — Despite 148 rushing yards from senior captain Coby Rogers, the Priest River football team was unable to put any points on the scoreboard during Friday's 44-0 season-opening loss to Kellogg.
BGH receives Sunderland Foundation Grant
BGH receives Sunderland Foundation Grant
Shoreline stabilization project continues along Pend Oreille River
Shoreline stabilization project continues along Pend Oreille River
Gordon Thomas Dowd, 16,
Gordon “Gordy” Thomas Dowd, 16, passed away on Friday, August 28, 2020 at his home in Sandpoint, Idaho.
Bonner County Calendar - Sept. 2, 2020
Bonner County Calendar - Sept. 2, 2020
One last hurrah
Spirit Lake celebrates Labor Day weekend with two days of events
Spirit Lake celebrates Labor Day weekend with two days of events
WBSCD plots reopening
The West Bonner County School District began plotting the reopening of its schools on Wednesday
Eveline Ursula Pederson, 66
Eveline Ursula Pederson, 66
Marlene Rosa Dale, 78
Marlene Rosa Dale, 78
Legals for September, 2 2020
Tuesday, September 1
Hayven's Scentinel
Bonner County Rodeo queen training service dog to detect blood sugar changes
Most people’s connection with their dog is strong, but Hayven Chase, Bonner County’s reigning rodeo queen, has a unique connection with her six-month-old pup, Scentinel.
Officials: Voters should go online
Registration, ballot request best via the web
Kootenai County Clerk Jim Brannon said the best way voters can participate in their democracy this November is to go online.
Clerk clarifies absentee balloting rules
Bonner County Clerk Michael Rosedale is clarifying absentee balloting guidelines following an editorial column by Sen. Jim Woodward on Sunday.
Gordon ‘Gordy’ Thomas Dowd, 16
Gordon “Gordy” Thomas Dowd, 16
Daniel E. Chenoweth, 52
Daniel E. Chenoweth, 52
Melva K. Baughman, 96,
Melva K. Baughman, 96,
Stopping by for a snack
“This beautiful moose clipped my bushes before I got a chance to do it,” writes Margo Johnson in sharing this Best Shot, adding that the moose stayed around for the day.
Man jailed in stabbing
A Bonner County man was arrested for allegedly stabbing his estranged wife outside an apartment complex on Saturday.
The best hikes around are closer to the sun
A friend who introduced me to custom firearms and the Idaho backcountry in winter, both of them accessible to anyone with a passion for either, once harvested a mountain goat, sliding the billy down to a high mountain lake where he camped.
State's steelhead run better than last year
“What is very different this year from these past three years is 75% of the returning steelhead spent two or three years in the ocean,” DuPont said.
Bonner County Calendar - Sept. 1, 2020
Bonner County Calendar - Sept. 1, 2020
Teen center to open for school year
SANDPOINT — The Sandpoint Teen Center will be open this school year, beginning with a back to school barbecue on Tuesday, Sept. 8.
Panida hosting annual meeting
The annual Panida membership meeting will be held Oct. 17 at 6 p.m.
America is wracked with discord, dissent
America is wracked with discord, dissent and division
Senior Spotlight: Running is what Jett Lucas loves to do
SANDPOINT — One day when Jett Lucas and his dad were at Ivano’s Ristorante in Hope, Sandpoint middle school cross country coach Jake Peterson came up to them and tried to convince Lucas to give the sport a try.
Vote for sensible solutions, not sensational delusions
Vote for sensible solutions, not sensational delusions
Bonner County News of Record - Aug. 3, 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.
Steve Johnson for Bonner County commissioner
Steve Johnson for Bonner County commissioner
Best Shot - Sept. 1, 2020
Best Shot - Sept. 1, 2020
Museum is another Bonner County gem
Museum is another Bonner County gem
Fields of beauty
Fields of beauty
Teen center celebrates summer
Sandpoint Teen Center celebrates summer fun.
Kid Weather - Sept. 1, 2020
Kid Weather - Sept. 1, 2020
Gas prices up slightly
Still low heading into big travel weekend
Road will be crowded
Bonner County History - Sept. 1, 2020
Bonner County History - Sept. 1, 2020
35 new COVID-19 cases: PHD
The Panhandle Health District reported 35 new cases of novel coronavirus, including two new infections in Bonner County.
