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Put God in charge of the wheel
Bonner County pastors share messages of faith and hope.
Today's libraries offering varied collections
A library, by definition, is a collection. Most people associate The Library with books, but we can see from The Cambridge Dictionary definition that books are just the beginning: “A building, room, or organization…
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Warm up winter with carnival's slate of music, fun
SANDPOINT – Concerts, comedy shows, dances, Winter Carnival action and Oscar-nominated films top the A&E action this week.
'Companions' logical solution for great mini-veggie gardens
Last week our column discussed creating a small pollinator garden as a season — long “Valentine” gift to ourselves, pollinators and the earth.
Can magnesium reduce migraines?
Magnesium is often used to address a deficiency that contributes to muscles spasms and night-time leg cramps. But can this mineral also be used to address headaches and migraines?
Blood donation might be a gift to yourself
Most of us think of donating blood as altruistic. It’s something we do to save someone else’s life whether they suffered a catastrophic accident or injury, are being treated for cancer or other serious illnesses or…
Revisiting an old friend, deep tissue massage
A few years ago, I wrote about the virtues of deep tissue massage and why active people should incorporate it into their monthly fitness regimen. I pointed out…
Gratitude, love are powerful magnets
A wise centenarian once told me, “You’re never grateful enough until it’s gone.” It was one of those magnetic conversation bites that instantly attracts. It changed how I view grief.
Simple tricks can help put stress back in its place
Most of our lives are full of stress, and that can take a toll on our body and health.
Dance planned to bid CCC boys farewell
100 Years Ago — 1918
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Can't make it to the library? The library can come to you
Cheryl (not her real name) was a constant feature at the Sandpoint Senior Center when Lynn first started bringing books there as part of The Library’s Outreach Services work. A “tiny spit-fire” with an accent, as L…
Contemplative prayer through beekeeping
“Contemplative prayer through beekeeping” was the theme of a recent sabbatical experience that took my wife and I to monasteries and farms through Europe and the United Kingdom to visit bee keepers. For centuries, …
Winter Carnival lights up entertainment options
SANDPOINT — Winter Carnival fun is upon us! Along with the always fantastic Parade of Lights — held Friday night though the downtown core — every venue from Schweitzer Mountain Resort to the Panida Theater to every…