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Bonner County History - Oct. 13. 2024
A look at the events, activities, and meetings happening around Bonner County, from Sandpoint to Cocolalla, from P…
These great desserts showcase tasty chef-style combinations
All of us go a little crazy from time to time when planning an extra-special dinner or dessert. When I’m in that mood, time and effort makes no difference — I just want to produce a thing of beauty, as delectable t…
What is your excuse now?
We are three months into the year, and you swore that this was the year to get into better shape.
Take a moment to thank a doctor
In the first two years of medical school a fledgling physician will double his or her 15,000-word vocabulary with mostly Latin-derived words that are difficult to pronounce.
H. Pylori and leaky gut syndrome
I recently read that intestinal permeability, sometimes called leaky gut syndrome, contributes to at least 50 percent of chronic complaints, as confirmed by laboratory tests. This is when the lining of our small in…
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'A Novel Night' isn't your average gala
The Rotary Club of Sandpoint’s A Novel Night Gala takes place on Saturday, May 6 at 5 p.m. at the Columbia Bank building. Benefiting Your Library Transformation, the event will feature a unique literary theme with …
Family's roll-top desk offers a good reminder
In my home office is an oak roll-top desk that likely dates back to the 1930s. My dad rescued it in the early ’50s (another story), used it until 1996 when it was my turn to be its custodian. Now it is time to pass…
March Mad-Zag-Ness
The results of last night’s NCAA men’s basketball tournament game between Gonzaga and West Virginia were not known at the time of this writing, but I am writing in the spirit of a fan who believes they will have wo…
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Spring has sprung & entertainment is in full bloom
SANDPOINT — Spring has sprung and arts and entertainment are in full bloom! Thins start off with a bang tonight, as our own Leon Atkinson hosts another in his series of classical guitar concerts, this time featurin…
Public invited to free screening of '8 Days'
The Universal Declaration on Human Rights declared over 60 years ago that all humans were born free and equal with rights common to all and exclusive to none. Sixty-odd years later, in spite of the clear and expres…
The ins and outs of flavonoids
Fruits and vegetables are very potent at promoting health and are incredibly beneficial to our bodies. We already know they are full of vitamins and minerals, but did you know they are loaded with bioflavonoids?
Only you can prevent accidental poisoning
In the fall of 1961, Congress passed a joint resolution requesting that the President of the United States proclaim the third week of March National Poison Prevention Week. On Feb. 7, 1962, President John F. Kenned…
Transform your life and live healthy
For those of you who have been following my column over the years, I’m certain that by now you are well on your way to living a healthier lifestyle. No doubt you have created your own personal fitness routine and a…