Local geocaching chapter looking for members

Simply put, the sport of Geocaching is the finding of treasures by using a GPS. It's fun and we are glad to see Jim Turner push for a local chapter. Read on.

Legals February 27, 2019

NOTICE OF HEARING ON NAME CHANGE (Adult or Emancipated Minor) CASE NO. CV09-19-0120 IN THE DISTRICT COURT FOR THE FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT FOR THE STATE OF IDAHO, IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF BONNER IN RE: CHANELLE BECK A Petition to change the name of Chanelle Beck, now residing in the City of Sandpoint, State of Idaho, has been filed in the District Court in Bonner County, Idaho. The name will change to Chanelle Adams. The reason for the change in name is: Mother Re-married, child has two siblins, childs father isn't in the picture. A hearing on the petition is scheduled for 11:10 o'clock a.m. on March 13, 2019, at the Bonner County Courthouse. Objections may be filed by any person who can show the court a good reason against the name change. Date: January 29, 2019 By: /s/ Charity Hadley Deputy Clerk SNP LEGAL 6501 Ad# 266085 FEBRUARY 6, 13, 20, 27, 2019

A surprise nominee, an uneven campaign

Ybarra the Republican candidate for state schools chief

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CLN trustees talk minor cardholder policy

Amid discussions about what materials minor Community Library Network patrons ought to be able to check out from non-CLN libraries, trustees reiterated their position that CLN’s policies don’t wrongfully restrict access to library materials.

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Obama: We never forget, we mean what we say

NEW YORK - Solemnly honoring victims of the Sept. 11 terror attacks, President Barack Obama hugged survivors, thanked the heroes of one of the nation's darkest days and declared Thursday that the killing of Osama bin Laden after all these years was an American message to the world: "When we say we will never forget, we mean what we say."

Crews spend 5th day atop shaky pile of collapsed concrete

Rescuers searching for a fifth day for survivors of a Florida condo building collapse used bucket brigades and heavy machinery Monday as they worked atop a precarious mound of pulverized concrete, twisted steel and the remnants of dozens of households.

Music festival founder has long career in event production

Johnny Shockey is doing something that most music fans can only dream of — bringing together some of his favorite nationally known singers and bands to play for two days in his own backyard.

Sri Lankan leader insists Chinese-funded projects are viable

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (AP) — Sri Lanka’s president asked a visiting delegation led by a senior Chinese diplomat on Friday to assist him in disproving a perception that China-funded megaprojects are “debt traps” aimed at gaining influence in local affairs.

Sri Lankan leader insists Chinese-funded projects are viable

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (AP) — Sri Lanka’s president asked a visiting delegation led by a senior Chinese diplomat on Friday to assist him in disproving a perception that China-funded megaprojects are “debt traps” aimed at gaining influence in local affairs.

Sri Lankan leader insists Chinese-funded projects are viable

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (AP) — Sri Lanka’s president asked a visiting delegation led by a senior Chinese diplomat on Friday to assist him in disproving a perception that China-funded megaprojects are “debt traps” aimed at gaining influence in local affairs.

Sri Lankan leader insists Chinese-funded projects are viable

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (AP) — Sri Lanka’s president asked a visiting delegation led by a senior Chinese diplomat on Friday to assist him in disproving a perception that China-funded megaprojects are “debt traps” aimed at gaining influence in local affairs.

Pompeo opens anti-China, anti-Russia tour in Czech Republic

PRAGUE (AP) — U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo is in the Czech Republic at the start of a four-nation tour of central and eastern Europe expected to focus on threats to the region posed by Russia and China.

Meet Rosie, area's first ambassadog

SANDPOINT — After a tough decision by the celebrity judges at last week’s Yappy Hour, Sandpoint has its official ambassadog. She’s a blue heeler mix and former shelter dog named Rosie, owned by Lindsey Simler. The event was a fundraiser for Panhandle Animal Shelter co-sponsored by Visit Sandpoint.

Protect Migrating Birds

(NAPSI)—Fall migration is here, which could mean some surprise visits from out-of-town birds to your backyard. To survive the journey and any adverse weather conditions, these winged travelers could use a little help from their earthbound friends. One way to help is to start feeding the birds in the fall. Throughout winter, continue to feed your local songbirds that don’t migrate.

Vandals brace for Boise State visit

Idaho hopes for big crowd at Cowan Spectrum tonight

MOSCOW - Boise State's men's basketball team visits Moscow to play Idaho for perhaps the last time tonight, and Vandal officials are hoping a record crowd shows up for the 7 p.m. tipoff at Cowan Spectrum.

Local lad has funny business with Buffett

LCHS graduate Pat Ryan recently had a photo op with the billionaire

Post Falls nursing home rectifies red flag

Management of diabetic residents drew concern

POST FALLS - A Post Falls nursing home has rectified an "immediate jeopardy" concern surveyors found during an October compliance survey, state officials said.

Governor Bullock directs the closure of public schools for two weeks to slow spread of COVID-19

Governor Steve Bullock directed Montana’s public K-12 schools to close March 16 through March 27.