ERIC WELCH
Staff Writer
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Priest River to host benefit dance
The event is slated to include a live DJ set, princess-themed treats made by community members and a shop selling tiaras, necklaces, rings and wands to benefit core programs in the school district.
Voters reject local taxes, levy
“It’s certainly a disappointment,” Ponderay Mayor Steve Geiger said. “It puts the brakes on a lot of great projects for a while.”
Ballot measures uncertain after early count
With ballots left to be counted at 10:30 p.m. Tuesday, Bonner County voters were split on a trio of local measures.
Commissioners work toward trail easement agreement
After Bonner County commissioners examined a revised version of the document Tuesday, the Camp Bay Trail easement agreement appears to be approaching finalization.
Local schools trade screens for skies
Kerrigan’s passion for educating shines brightly. He recently approached the Forest Service to acquire thousands of tree seeds, which he plans to help students germinate and plant in the community. He envisions a similar program for native fish in the future and is collaborating with local bike club Pend Oreille Pedalers on an ambitious initiative to collect unused bicycles in the community and get every student in Sandpoint riding.
WBCSD answers community questions
Throughout October, West Bonner County School District Superintendent Kim Spacek visited communities across the county for a series of meet and greets to share information about the district’s goals and field questions from stakeholders.
Sandpoint’s specters — classic buildings may house more than just history
Classic buildings may house more than just history
After walking south past the second light post on the platform, the photographer stepped back to line up the shot and bumped into someone. “I turned around and said, ‘excuse me’ before I realized there was nothing there,” the photographer told the Gunters.
Cedar Street Bridge to host inaugural charity event
“During the day of the event, every member gets to choose who they're giving back to,” said Mueller. Recipients of the donations will include Bonner County Food Bank, 7B Care Clinic, Bonner County Human Rights Task Force, Sandpoint High School’s volleyball team and other local nonprofits.
Sagle woman wins $10K sweepstakes
When Samantha Lawson bought fireworks this summer, she had no idea she’d have more to celebrate than Independence Day.
A lifelong sport — local organizations make skiing attainable
Local organizations make skiing attainable
The program is supported by community donations and is sponsored largely by Schweitzer itself. Kids ages 7–17 are eligible to apply before the Oct. 15 deadline each year, and successful candidates receive free ski gear for the winter, a season pass and lessons if they need them.