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Chamber honors Sand Creek Custom Wear
Company named April 'Business of the Month'
The Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce celebrated Sand Creek Custom Wear as the organization's April Business of the Month.
Bonner County Calendar - April 24, 2024
A look at the events, activities, and meetings happening around Bonner County, from Sandpoint to Cocolalla, from Priest River to Ponderay, and from Clark Fork to Dover.
Gerald Wallace Ward, 84
Gerald Wallace Ward, 84, passed away on Sunday, April 21, 2024, in Kootenai, Idaho.
Long term stress can take a toll on the body
Stress is a normal human reaction. As a matter of fact, our bodies are designed to experience stress and react to it. It is most often a positive thing, keeping us alert, motivated and able to avoid danger. But — and you knew there was going to be a “but” in this sentence — stress becomes a problem when it continues without relief.
ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Klein Fragoso, Sandpoint Track & Field
ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Klein Fragoso, Sandpoint Track & Field
Locals help Kimberly Keller combat cancer
Kimberly Keller was recently diagnosed with stage three colon cancer. To help cover expenses, her loved ones are hosting a benefit auction and dinner on June 1 for the local waitress and member of the Sandpoint Eagles.
Swayne wins $29K in attorney fees
A judge has ordered North Idaho College to pay President Nick Swayne’s attorney fees after he successfully sued NIC for a copy of an investigative report that had been at the center of debate on the board of trustees.
Kid Weather - April 24, 2024
Today's weather forecast as drawn by Bonner County's talented young artists.
Harold Smith, 84
Harold Woodrow Smith, aged 84, passed away on April 7, 2024, in Laughlin, Nev.
Get better sleep with these 5 tips from experts
Nearly a third of American adults don't get the recommended seven to nine hours of sleep per night. Stress and anxiety are keeping people from snoozing, as can a culture that experts say is about productivity, not rest. Experts say that you should create a buffer zone and watch what you eat before bed. They also say it's important to limit screen time before sleep.
West Bonner finalizes forensic audit findings
Trustees unanimously voted to accept the final version of a forensic audit, which cost the district $55,000. The investigation, conducted by Eide Bailly, covered five years and $21 million of financial records. It found no financial misconduct issues.
Michael Jay Williams, 71
Michael Jay Williams, 71, passed away Tuesday, April 9, 2024, in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.
Best Shot - April 24, 2024
Great photos shared by the many talented photographers in the Bonner County community.
North Idaho adult hockey team wins USA Hockey National Championship
Team members said it was a decisive and dominant victory, and that it is believed to be the first hockey national championship of its kind to be bestowed upon Sandpoint.
Making music with our friends, loved ones
Terry and I are hitting the road this week. Haven't done that in a while. Probably wouldn't be doing it now — with gas prices riding the up-elevator — except for our new-to-us Sonata gets decent mileage.
Joseph Emanual Oswald, 79
Joseph Emanual Oswald, 79, passed away on Monday, April 22, 2024.
Panhandle Bike Ranch CUP approved
The Bonner County hearing examiner has approved a conditional use permit for the applicants of the Panhandle Bike Ranch following a few days of deliberation after a nearly four-hour public hearing last Wednesday.
Bird flu is spreading to more farm animals
A bird flu outbreak in U.S. dairy cows has spread to more than two dozen herds in eight states, including Idaho. That comes weeks after the nation's largest egg producer found the virus in its chickens. Health officials continue to stress that the risk to the public is low and that the U.S. food supply remains safe and stable. Commercial milk remains safe and available because pasteurization, a high-heat treatment, kills bacteria and viruses. But there's limited information about possible transmission of the virus in unpasteurized milk or cheese products. That is prompting officials to warn consumers about the known risks of consuming raw milk.
West Bonner County Lines - April 24, 2024
News, events and activities taking place in western Bonner County
Hearing pending for Bowman's trespass appeal
A hearing regarding Dave Bowman’s appeal of a trespass notice he received in January barring him from county property is in the process of being scheduled following an undisclosed oversight by county employees.
Maker's Long Acres hosts tour
Piglets, goats and bunnies, oh my.
Flying Tigers's actions were heroic
Have you ever heard of the Flying Tigers?
Road restrictions continue to ease
Only a few roads remain with weight limit restrictions, Bonner County Road & Bridge officials said Tuesday.
Idaho Hill honors top students
Students honored for their actions
