Movers and Shakers January 24, 2011

Real Estate Market Forum to be held Feb. 14 at The Cd'A Resort

The Spokane-Kootenai Real Estate Research Committee announced the 25th annual Real Estate Market Forum will be at The Coeur d'Alene Resort, Tuesday, Feb. 14.

The keynote, luncheon speaker is Lawrence Yun, the chief economist for the National Association of Realtors. He will discuss trends and projections in the current housing market.

The forum will again focus on regional employment, economic development and real estate activity. In addition, there will be guest speakers addressing the regional impact of activities ranging from mining to cultural/arts.

A wide range of local industry experts will also provide their insights into Spokane, Kootenai and Bonner County residential and commercial real estate and development.

"We anticipate a crowd of around 500 persons representing many sectors of the community to be in attendance, and to leave with a strong understanding of where the region is heading," said Dale Strom, spokesman for the Spokane-Kootenai Real Estate Research Committee.

Advanced registration is $45, which includes lunch. The price goes to $60 after noon on Feb. 9. For registration and information go to skrerc.com, or contact Debbie Crowder at the Spokane Association of Realtors at (509) 326-9222.

INWCF names Sanchez as director of Community Engagement

Inland Northwest Community Foundation announced the promotion of Molly Sanchez to director of Community Engagement.

This position will be responsible for coordinating the foundation's ongoing grant programs as well as strategic grantmaking initiatives that engage community leaders and funders in improving the lives of people in Eastern Washington and North Idaho.

"As INWCF advances our strategic plans for collective impact and catalytic philanthropy, we have restructured our Grants Department to create this new position," said Mark Hurtubise, president and CEO of INWCF. "Molly's background in media, communications and grant programming, paired with her critical thinking skills and outgoing personality, make her a perfect fit for this position."

Molly joined the foundation in 2008 as grants program officer.

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Allinol Truck and Auto Repair opens doors in Hauser

HAUSER - Allinol Truck and Auto Repair has opened at 25829 W. Highway 53 at the corner of Hauser Lake Road and Highway 53.

The business offers services ranging from oil changes to engine overhauls.

Owner Tom Upshaw, who is working by himself to start, works on foreign and domestic vehicles and gas and diesel engines.

Drop-ins are welcome. An oil change and tire rotation runs $24.99.

Hours are Monday through Saturday from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.

For information or to make an appointment, call 704-2114.

Avista Foundation hands out more than $40,000 in grants

The Avista Foundation awarded $40,810 in grants to several Idaho and Washington organizations at its fourth quarter 2011 meeting on Monday.

Idaho grant recipients included The Salvation Army of Lewiston, Framing Our Community in Elk City, Heart of the Arts, Inc. to benefit Moscow's 1912 Center, and the Washington/Idaho/Montana Railway History Preservation Group.

Each received between $5,000 and $10,000.

The Avista Foundation has awarded grants for 10 years. It focuses on giving in areas of education, vulnerable and limited-income populations, and economic and cultural vitality.

Timberline Resources Corp. pleased with recent drilling results

Timberline Resources Corp. announced that it has extended the gold zone at its Lookout Mountain Project in Nevada with additional significant assay results from the recently-completed 45,000- foot drill program at its South Eureka Property near Eureka, Nev.

"We continue to be very pleased with drill results from our South Eureka property. Progress achieved in 2011 includes the demonstration of mineralization continuity to the south and west of Lookout Mountain, consistent gold grades and metallurgical characteristics, and improved definition of structural controls and possible pit boundaries," said Paul Dircksen, Timberline's President and CEO.

Timberline's corporate headquarters is at 101 E. Lakeside Ave., Coeur d'Alene.

Fifth annual Volunteer Fair slated for April 17 at the Kroc Center

Kootenai County Young Professionals will have its fifth annual Volunteer Fair from 4-7 p.m. on Tuesday, April 17 at the Kroc Center.

"The Volunteer Fair looks to connect individuals that are looking for ways to make an impact in organizations that they connect with on a personal level through their interests, talents, and time," said KCYP President Ashley Piaskowski.

Nonprofits are encouraged to RSVP as soon as possible.

Attendees can visit representatives from nonprofits to learn about what each organization does for the community and what kind of tasks they need volunteers to provide.

Founded in 2007, KCYP's goal is to attract and retain young professionals to Kootenai County and provides opportunities for community service, education, professional development and social networking for its members.

Information: April Needham, 415-0109 or [email protected].

Train collides with semitrailer on Montana Hi-Line

HELENA, Mont. (AP) - BNSF Railway says a freight train with its whistle blowing derailed in northeastern Montana after colliding with a semitrailer that had pulled across tracks between Bainville and Culbertson.

BNSF spokesman Gus Melonas says the semi driver was airlifted from the scene after the collision shortly before 1:30 p.m. Tuesday. Roosevelt County officials weren't immediately available for comment.

Melonas says there were no serious injuries among the train's crew.

Ten of the train's 40 cars carrying everything from diapers to washers derailed along with four locomotives, including two that were on their sides. Melonas says about 500 gallons of diesel fuel spilled, but the spill was contained and wasn't threatening waterways.

At least 13 trains have been rerouted while the track is repaired. The track could reopen as early as today.

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