CAROLINE LOBSINGER
I grew up in the Tri-Cities, Wash., and have always loved to write. I attended the University of Washington, where I earned a double major in journalism and political science, with an area of emphasis in history.
I am the fifth out of six kids — don't believe any of the stories that my siblings tell. To be able to tell others stories and take photos for a living is a dream come true — and I considered myself blessed to be a community journalist.
When I am not working, I enjoy spending time with family and friends, hiking and spending time outdoors, genealogy, reading, and watching the UW Huskies and the Seattle Seahawks.
I am a servant to my cat, Frankie, who yes, will eat anything and everything in sight … even wedding cookies.
Recent Stories
Classic cars, community shine at Lost in the '50s
While Friday's parade was rainy and overcast, Saturday's Lost in the '50s car show was endless sunshine on the hundreds of classic and vintage cars packing the downtown.
Annual car cruise creates fabulous '50s fun
A little rain didn't stop the dancing. Or the music. Or the hundreds of class rides making their way on a slow cruise through downtown Sandpoint as Lost in the '50s brought the fun of the era into Sandpoint.
A new chapter
Corner Bookstore's Jim Orbaugh announces retirement, store's sale
It's been on his mind for a while. But he loves books and loves helping his customers find their next favorite read. However, creeping health issues and the long hours of running a one-main bookstore prompted his decision earlier this spring to close the Corner Bookstore after almost 30 years as a community cornerstone.
'Hello, my name is Butters'
Longtime BTAA pup seeks forever home
"Hello, my name is Butters." Thus begins the tale of Butters, a 9-year-old pup who's just looking for his forever home. At more than 340 days, Butters is the longest resident at Ponderay-based Better Together Animal Alliance.
'Fireplace forum' tackles education, taxes
From education to tax relief, the topics covered at Saturday's "Fireplace Forum" were varied as District 1 legislators gave a recap of the 2025 legislative session.
Home lottery opens to all county residents
Six townhomes built as part of an affordable housing initiative are now open to all families living in Bonner County. Kaniksu Land Trust officials announced Tuesday that a housing lottery for The Village at River View in Priest River is open to all families who live or work in Bonner County.
DeMers, Allison claim derby honors
Ray Allison pulled in the Lake Pend Oreille Idaho Club's top rainbow trout to claim division honors on the derby's final day. Winning top honors in the mackinaw division is David DeMers.
Get ready to get Lost in the '50s
This year's celebration of all things '50s kicks off with a Thursday, May 15 welcome party at Connie's Cafe and runs through Saturday, May 17 with the classic car show in the downtown with concerts on both Friday, May 16, and Saturday.
DeMers, Peterson atop LPOIC derby
As with the rainbow division the day before, there's a new leader at the top of the Lake Pend Oreille Idaho Club's mackinaw division as the spring derby heads into its final day.
Final U.S. 95 repairs set for McArthur Lake
The Idaho Transportation Department will be performing final patch repairs on a section of U.S. 95 near McArthur Lake on Tuesday.