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
Legislators host trio of town hall talks
Sauter, Woodward address concerns, issues
Education, Medicaid expansion and the initiative process were among the top discussion points at a trio of Saturday town halls held by a pair of District 1 legislators. With just the first week of the session under legislators' collective belt, Idaho House 1A Rep. Mark Sauter and Idaho Sen. Jim Woodward told the several dozen people gathered at the Sandpoint town hall that education was shaping up to be a big issue during the 2025 legislative session.
Residents express concern over rink noise
Several city residents appealed to the Ponderay City Council on Monday for assistance with noise control at the new ice rink on Kootenai Cutoff Road.
Housekeeping tops BOCC agenda
The final meeting before new Bonner County officials officially take office on Monday, Jan. 13, includes a slate of housekeeping items.
BOCC declines to act on resignation
Two of the county's three commissioners abstained from voting on a measure to act on Bonner County Sheriff Darryl Wheeler's resignation, effectively ending the motion.
EMS, arson and park dominate year's news
From a financial crisis enveloping Bonner County EMS to at least one defective gate at Albeni Falls Dam to an arson fire that destroyed the Sandpoint Army Surplus store, 2024 had no shortage of news.
Plungers jump into 2025
Annual event proves fun way to kickstart the new year
In all, 309 people braved the cool temperatures, cloudy skies and scattered snow to jump into Lake Pend Oreille to kick off the new year with a plunge into its freezing waters. Another 300 or so people — warmly dressed in thick winter coats, boots and gloves — cheered from the nearby shoreline of Sandpoint City Beach.
'Tots' drive falls short of goal
While close, the final total for the Sandpoint Lions' Toys for Tots drive has fallen short of its $75,000 target.
Jump into the new year at Polar Bear Plunge
The annual event — held Jan. 1 as a cooperative event by Boy Scout Troop 111 and the city of Sandpoint’s Parks & Recreation Department attracts dozens — or more — area residents.
'Tots' drive enters final day
That gift of human kindness, of helping others have a merry Christmas is exactly what the Sandpoint Lions do every Christmas through their Toys for Tots drive. With the community's help, the magic of Christmas comes to life.
BOCC to discuss Wheeler resignation
Bonner County Sheriff Daryl Wheeler's resignation and the county's updated compensation policy highlight the county commissioners' final meeting of the year.