Best Shot - Feb. 9, 2023

Great photos shared by the many talented photographers in the Bonner County community.

SHS wrestling team shut down after first day of North Idaho Rumble

The team was informed on Friday night that they had come in contact with someone that tested positive for COVID-19, thus preventing them from competing on Saturday.

Dr. Byarn Lee Neil

Dr. Byarn Lee Neil passed from this world on Monday, June 28, 2010, due to ongoing health complications. He was 65.

Esther Elizabeth Knudsen

Esther Elizabeth Knudsen was born Jan. 25, 1921, in Omaha, Nebraska. She passed away on December 17, 2020.

Brian Lee 'Butch' Jacobson, 64

Brian Lee “Butch” Jacobson, 64, died peacefully Feb. 1, 2018, after a battle with esophageal cancer.

12U All-stars defeated by CDA, look forward to Lakeland, Post Falls

12U All-stars move to 3-1; set to face Lakeland, Post Falls this weekend.

Marie Loretta Cliff, 87

Marie Loretta Cliff, 87, of Priest River, Idaho, died peacefully at home in the early morning of Nov. 11, 2017. Born in Toronto on June 22, 1930, Marie is survived by her five sons, Paul, Arthur, Kevin, Hugh, and Andy; as well as eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Wade Edward Cliff in 2004.

New building coming along quite NICE-ly

COEUR d’ALENE — Construction of the long-awaited North Idaho Collaborative Education building is underway at North Idaho College.

Legals for October, 8 2021

Bulldog netters drop match to Vikings

SANDPOINT — The Coeur d' Alene Vikings, arguably the best team in the area, including Spokane, took down the host Bulldogs 9-3 Thursday afternoon at Travers Park.

Local bowler qualifies for national tournament

SANDPOINT — Sandpoint bowling phenom Sherman Ewing topped more than 300 competitors at the recent Idaho State High School Bowling Tournament at Sunset Lanes in Coeur d’Alene, qualifying for the USBC Gold National Youth Bowling Tournament in Indianapolis in July.  

Leonard 'Bud' Elroy Coulston, 87

Leonard “Bud” Elroy Coulston, 87, returned to his Heavenly Father on June 20, 2009, after an 18 month battle with lung cancer. He passed peacefully at his home surrounded by his family.

PREP XC: Priest River boys win Bonners Ferry Invitational

Colm McLaimtaig leads Priest River boys cross country to first-place finish.

LEGION BASEBALL PREVIEW: 19U North Idaho Lakers ready to recapture district title

“The American Legion itself is a patriotic organization of U.S. War Veterans,” Oler said. “In my opinion, there can be no finer calling than serving one’s country and by our team wearing the uniform, we honor those who have done so.”

The Rev. W.H. Tensmeyer

The Rev. W.H. Tensmeyer was accepted into eternal life by his Savior, Jesus Christ, on March 20, 2008.

LEGION BASEBALL: 16U Lakers take on first tourney of season

The 16U North Idaho Lakers (0-6) will be back in action at home on Tuesday, June 18 against Northern Lakes.

ALL-STARS: Sandpoint 12U, 10U baseball both fall in hard-fought contests

Both team's are still alive, as the Idaho District 1 Little League tournament is double-elimination.

ALL-STARS: Sandpoint 12U baseball stays alive with win over Hayden

Sandpoint 12U will face Lewiston on Friday (6:30 p.m.) at Airport Park in Lewiston.

Joseph Walkowski, 73

Joseph Alexander Walkowski passed away on June 13, 2023.

STCU delivers Season of Giving cheer

In response to unprecedented need, STCU significantly increased its year-end giving, surprising more than 20 community organizations with checks ranging from $10,000 to $32,000 to assist with their work of providing basic needs and helping keep youth connected.