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City dedicates James E. Russell Sports Center
“This has been a dream of my father's that started more than 20 years prior to his passing,” Russell said. “He wan…
Little launches effort to honor nation’s founding
America250 in Idaho will advance projects and community engagement opportunities to honor this national milestone and Idaho’s place in American history.
Coeur d'Alene passes hate crimes law
A city report said the criminalization of that behavior will enable the city to prosecute racially motivated crimes, leading to separate charges and enhanced p…
Grimm lifts remote comment restrictions
SANDPOINT — After discussing the matter with city staff and council on Wednesday, Sandpoint Mayor Jeremy Grimm announced he will lift limitations on livestream…
POAC brings arts to area youth
More than 850 of the community's youth got to explore the arts through the Pend Oreille Arts Council's Kaleidoscope art program.
Army Surplus destroyed in fire
A longtime Sandpoint business was destroyed in a fire July 4, despite efforts by a multitude of firefighters who responded to the scene. The fire at the Ar…
Week-long heat wave crashes into North Idaho
Multiple triple-digit days are in the forecast, with Tuesday and Wednesday expected to reach 100 degrees and 101 degrees, respectively.
Police, fire officials seek info on Army Surplus fire
The fire was reported at about 10:15 p.m. July 4 with a full response from Sandpoint and Selkirk fire departments as well as mutual aid from Northside and Sam …
Hop over to Beerfest at the Beach
SANDPOINT — The Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce is serving up the 10th edition of Beerfest at the Beach this Saturday, from noon to 5 p.m. Attendees can …
ITD rolls out multiple changes
Idaho's Division of Motor Vehicles rolled out several changes July 1, aimed at improving customer service and expanding options for residents.
Sweet victory at the Clark Fork Fourth of July celebration
On Thursday, Clark Fork celebrated Independence Day with a 5k run, turtle races, axe throwing, and a watermelon eating contest.
Sandpoint City Council greenlights additional $106K for Travers Park projects
SANDPOINT — On Wednesday evening, the Sandpoint City Council voted 4-1 to approve a change order that will add $106,000 to the Travers Park playground and spla…
Music in nature instills awe
“In a Landscape: Classical Music In The Wild,” an outdoor music event, will take place at Pine Street Woods on July 29. Portland, Ore.-based concert pianist Hu…
Sandpoint releases final draft of comp plan
SANDPOINT — After 15 years, Sandpoint’s guiding document is set to receive a major update.
Johnson announces county commissioner campaign
Vowing to return “common-sense leadership” to Bonner County, Steve Johnson recently announced his candidacy for the Bonner County District 1 commissioner seat.
Sagle road to be vacated
The vacation of a Sagle road has been approved following a public hearing and resolution approval by the Bonner County commissioners.