A thrilling tale of floral adventure stemming six centuries

I had wanted a Tradescantia – or ‘Spiderwort’ – ever since I saw them for the first time over 20 years ago at the home of Gretchen Hellar right here in Sand-point. I knew what they were, but having never seen one ‘up close and personal,’ reveled in their exotic beauty.

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Port of Royal Slope hears money-making idea

Could help reopen rail for shippers

ROYAL CITY — The Port of Royal Slope heard an idea this week from the Eastern Washington Gateway Railroad about charging a fee to store rail cars near Royal City.

Bourdain admitsmistake on 'Frito pie'

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. - Insults dished out by food critic Anthony Bourdain on an episode of CNN's "Parts Unknown" have stirred up outrage in New Mexico - and now he acknowledges that he was wrong.

Among other things: Mom's the word

Mother’s Day is coming up this Sunday, May 8. Although my mother died at the age of 93 in 1993, it’s still a special day for me. I’m grateful for her habit of writing down the highlights of her life – not only in later years but throughout her life. And I appreciate knowing some of the details of her younger days and people she encountered.

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Legals July 4, 2015

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Case No. CV2015-4182 (I.C.15.3.801) IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF THE STATE OF IDAHO, IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF KOOTENAI In the Matter of the Estate of NICKLAS W. MATYE, Deceased. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed personal representative of the above-named decedent. All persons having claims against the decedent or the estate are required to present their claims within four months after the date of the first publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must be presented to the undersigned at the address indicated, and filed with the clerk of the court. Dated this 12th day of June, 2015. /S./ Gloria M. Matye 705 Osprey Drive Post Falls, ID 83854 Legal 3769 June 20, 27, 2015 July 4, 2015

Big Ten grind highlights marquee matchups of ranked teams

The Big Ten Conference had an astonishing nine of its teams ranked in the Top 25 in the latest poll Monday.

Big Ten grind highlights marquee matchups of ranked teams

The Big Ten Conference had an astonishing nine of its teams ranked in the Top 25 in the latest poll Monday.

1964 Flood high-water mark ceremony

Bonner County News of Record - Dec. 19, 2022

Police log information for Sandpoint, Ponderay and Priest River police departments and the Bonner County Sheriff's Office.

Hundreds of Montana veterans to be immunized in Kalispell

Four hundred Montana veterans are expected to receive their first dose of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine at the Flathead County Fairgrounds on Wednesday.

Minnesota shuts down recycling plant, site of massive fire

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The state of Minnesota on Friday shut down a metal recycling company where a fire burned for days and sent up plumes of smoke.

Five steps toward Good Choice Parenting

Disciplining a child is difficult when a parent is frustrated, money is tight, the kids are late for soccer practice and the dog just soiled the rug. When one is frustrated, aggravated and overwhelmed, it is important to focus on the reason one is disciplining a child — to change the child’s behavior.

Flour fix

Polson woman creates, markets gluten-free blend

Heart of the matter

Polson on a mission to revitalize its downtown

Cedar Street Bridge connects community, businesses

Over the past 15 years, Shery Meekings, Creations owner, has faced different seasons at Cedar Street Bridge as ownership changed hands six times. While the bridge was at full capacity two years ago, 14 vendors left since then.

BOCC hears Pine Creek Road arguments

One of Shoshone County’s most controversial topics finally made its way in front of the Board of County Commissioners on Tuesday afternoon, where a petition for validation was heard concerning West Fork Pine Creek Road.

KCSO lobby now open Fridays

COEUR d'ALENE — The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office lobby is now open on Fridays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

TRUMP: Treatment of veterans embarrassing

TRUMP: Treatment of veterans embarrassing