Program gets kids geared up to play

SANDPOINT — Last year it was seeing a local 11 year-old boy who was very athletic but could not afford the necessary gear to play organized sports.

Colleen Faith (Weinand) Aberle, 72

Colleen Faith (Weinand) Aberle, 72, passed away at her home in Deer Park, Wash., on Oct. 4, 2008.

Glen Wright 'Blackie' Black

Glen Wright “Blackie” Black of Hauser, died June 27, 2008, outside of Red Lodge, Mont., doing what he favored most — in the saddle of his Harley Davidson and on the open road. He was 70. Glen was born on April 8, 1938, in Newport, Wash. From the age of 12, he grew up in Sandpoint, where he graduated from Sandpoint High School in 1956. After high school, he joined the U.S. Marine Corp and served at Camp Pendleton, Calif. for two years, where he was a member of the boxing team. After his service, he moved to Idaho and attended North Idaho Junior College in Coeur d’ Alene and worked at the police station as a desk Sgt.

Bonner County History - April 11, 2021

Bonner County Historical Society and Museum shares interesting stories of the community's people, places and events.

Finding local food will be easier for Bigfork

The Montana Co-op is coming to Bigfork.

Tonedevil Brothers visit Bonners Ferry

BONNERS FERRY — The Tonedevil Brothers performed at the Pearl Theater on April 21, bringing a unique blend of western swing, bluegrass, blues, and Americana. Brothers Anthony and David Powell, and accompanist Arvid Lundin, captivated the audience with their music.

Food co-op expands to Bigfork

The Montana Co-op is coming to Bigfork.

Can you use junk to keep your home decor fresh?

Tips for planning a last-minute family vacation

(ARA) - Whether it's the sudden need to get away or the last chance to escape before the kids head back to school, many families find themselves in a position to book a last-minute vacation. With the fluctuating economy wreaking havoc on the airline and hotel industries, there is now a greater chance of finding availability and bargains for savvy researchers.

Illinois governor imposes stay-at-home order to curb virus

CHICAGO (AP) — Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker on Friday ordered all state residents to remain in their homes except for essentials, joining similar dramatic efforts in California and New York to limit the spread of the coronavirus.

Barbara Jean Proud, 79

Barbara Jean (Hutchison) Proud of Dayton passed away peacefully in Missoula on Jan. 12, 2025. Her son, Brian, and his wife, Carla, were by her side.

David Brian Bridge, 62

David B. Bridge, 62, of Spirit Lake, Idaho, passed away at home from chronic health conditions on June 28, 2022.

David Brian Bridge, 62

David B. Bridge, 62, of Spirit Lake, Idaho, passed away at home from chronic health conditions on June 28, 2022.

Governor delays primary, closes schools over coronavirus

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Louisiana's governor on Friday closed K-12 public schools across the state for roughly a month and banned gatherings of more than 250 people in an effort to slow the spread of the coronavirus. He said he also planned to postpone the presidential primary until June.

Asia Today: Philippine lockdown to be eased, with caution

BANGKOK (AP) — Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte said the massive lockdown that has restricted millions to their homes will be eased, but he warned that people who want to return to work must follow safeguards to avoid more deaths and a second wave of COVID-19 outbreaks.

Plunging for pledges at 78

A Washington woman is taking a polar plunge into the Pend Oreille River to raise money for local animals in need.

Law roundup: Tire change arouses suspicion

A man changing the tire of a pink bicycle while allegedly talking to himself drew the suspicion of a passerby, who called the Kalispell Police Department.

Spud buds

Rathdrum grandmother launches series of children's books

New varieties of potatoes are sprouting on local bookshelves. Spud buddies "Paisley the Potato" and "Masher the Potato" are just two of a range of friendly characters in a new children's books and goods launched by Rathdrum mom and grandmother Rhonda Newton in partnership with her daughter-in-law, Renee Newton of Minot, North Dakota. "This all started because I'm a crafter," Newton said Friday, holding up felt ornaments shaped like potatoes.

Finding local food will be easier for Bigfork

The Montana Co-op is coming to Bigfork.

Local carpenter Jackson crafts cabinetry for a living

Carpenter Bob Jackson has worked with sharp tools most of this life, but his hands show otherwise.