Mid-winter ecology class announced

The mid-January winter ecology class will combine and inter-connect winter birding, winter botany, and the science and art of animal tracking and sign interpretation.

Upcoming class explores winter

Area residents are invited to come along “In Search and Study of Winter.” The Feb. 27 class is a combination of safe space winter strolls, and road tours to observe and appreciate the region’s winter surroundings.

Spring birding class taking flight in area on Saturday

Join outdoor educational specialist and field ornithologist Brian Baxter for the “Spring Birding Fling” class Saturday, May 6, at North Idaho College at Sandpoint, 102 S. Euclid.

SHS class, teacher deserve applause

I would like to commend teacher John Nitcy of Sandpoint High School for organizing the Honor Flight event which was held May 3 at Super 1 Foods. It was in commemoration of D-Day and especially in memory of Frank Bradetich, who was killed at Omaha Beach on D-Day June 6, 1944.

Green Mountain drill meeting set

SANDPOINT — The U.S. Forest Service is hosting an informational meeting next month on a proposal to conduct exploratory drilling for silica in the Idaho Panhandle National Forests.

Under The Big Sky Festival to return in 2021

After an incredibly successful inaugural festival in 2019, the Under The Big Sky Festival is moving forward with concert dates planned for July 17 and 18 at Big Mountain Ranch east of Whitefish.

AmeriCorps recognizes Pam Moe's efforts

The second annual AmeriCorps Week, which takes place May 11 to 18 will recognize over a half-million AmeriCorps members, who have made the commitment to “get things done for America” and dedicated their lives to serving their communities.

Visit Web site to learn truth about 911

Now that we have a new elected President, do we really know who he is?

Curtis J. Supan, 61

Curtis J. Supan, 61, passed away on Monday, Oct. 10, at his residence on Swan Lake.

Post Falls helps promote 'Idaho Goes' campaign

Post Falls has become the first city in the state to partner with IdahoGoes, the consortium of five Idaho colleges that offer courses and programs in North Idaho.

Living well with chronic disease is attainable

With self-management, most people with chronic conditions such as asthma or fibromyalgia can live independent, fulfilling lives. A little training is all that's needed.

Homeowners get tax break

Homeowners who qualify have until April 15 to apply for two different programs that can help them with their property taxes.

Grace Agnes Self Beare, 83

Grace Agnes Self Beare died Sept. 13, 2012. She was with her grandchildren in the Good Samaritan Facility in Silverton.

Emerald Eugene Buck (Ed), 72

Emerald Eugene Buck (Ed) was called home Feb. 4, 2012, to be with his Lord and Savior. He was born April 30, 1939, in National City, Calif., to George and Sarah Buck.

North Idaho Briefs April 17, 2012

JoAnne (Baillie) Roberge, 84

JoAnne Roberge passed away Nov. 3, 2016, with her family at her side. She was born in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, on Aug. 13, 1932, to Earl and Antoinette Baillie.

Bring out your undead

Seeking the Panhandle’s paranormal

SW Idaho companies: Not enough skilled workers

NAMPA (AP) - A southwest Idaho city plans to work with a school district, local colleges and the Idaho Department of Labor to meet the demand for skilled workers needed by growing businesses.

Area fire agencies receive awards from license plate fund

Area fire departments and districts recently received a boost in their fire safety education programs through grants from the Idaho Firefighter's License Plate Fund.

Relative of Post Falls founder to attend Oktoberfest

By BRIAN WALKER