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The Blotter: Vans Ave burglary reported

Burglary was reported on Vans Avenue, which allegedly included the homeowner’s dog’s ashes.

‘Rooted in Reading’ library program encourages early reading

Starting in January 2025, the Whitefish Community Library is encouraging families of young children to participate in the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program.

Nelson tops in online poll for commissioner

Readers of cdapress.com would re-elect Jai Nelson, the primary winner for Kootenai County commissioner. But not by a lot - and second place is something of a surprise.

Legals October 15, 2018

NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS MINI STORAGE FACILITY - 2018 Moses Lake, Washington Sealed bids will be received at the Civic Center Annex, 321 South Balsam, (P. O. Box 1579), Moses Lake, Washington 98837 until OCTOBER 25, 2018; 11:00 AM, for the above-named improvement. Said bids will be opened and publicly read at that time. All bids shall be received before said opening time in sealed envelopes with MINI STORAGE FACILITY - 2018 marked plainly thereon. All bids shall be accompanied by a deposit in the form of a postal money order, cashier=s check, or bond in an amount equal to 5 percent of the maximum total amount of the bid. Should the successful bidder fail to enter into a contract or furnish a satisfactory contract bond within the time stated in the specifications, the deposit shall be forfeited to the City. Plans and specifications may be obtained at no cost via electronic transmission from the City of Moses Lake. Paper copies of the plans and specifications may also be obtained from the Civic Center Annex at the above address for a non-refundable fee of $45. Plans and specifications can be requested by responding to this email, or by calling the Contact person listed below during normal business hours. Copies of plans and specifications are on file for review at various construction councils. All bidders shall call 509-764-3783 prior to bid opening to sign up as a bidder on the project, whether or not they request a hard copy or obtain a digital copy of the Specifications. Bids received from bidders who are not signed in as a bidder on the project will be rejected for being non-responsive. Contact person: Jerod Bradford; 509.764.3776 PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The project includes construction of the following items: two-mini storage style buildings; a 40-foot by 96-foot building with concrete slab; a 24-foot by 40-foot building with concrete slab; chain link fence; power/communications trench; placement of Crushed Surfacing Top Course. Associated work includes engineered designs for all structures, geotechnical reports if needed for the permits, plan preparation, permits, site preparation, concrete, electrical, insulation, overhead doors, and heating. Estimated Project Cost: $500,000 The City Council reserves the right to reject any or all bids if such action is in the best interest of the City. #10036/235302 Pub: October 12, 15, 2018

Softball: Pack walks off Capital, falls to Helena

Ava Grady hit a sixth inning walk-off home run to give Glacier a 10-0 run-rule victory in a State AA softball championship rematch from a year ago, while the Wolfpack sustained their first loss of the season in game two of the doubleheader 4-3 against Helena Friday.

Library helping community make 'Natural Connections'

Herbal workshops, tea blending, a seed exchange and a music class are just a few of the things happening at a “Natural Connections” event hosted by the East Bonner County Library District on Saturday.

Early closure of Emerald Creek Garnet Area - St. Joe Ranger District

The Emerald Creek Garnet Area south of St. Maries will be closed for the season Aug. 20, and will be operating on reduced hours until then. To provide an opportunity for digging through the weekend, the site will be open Friday, Aug. 17, through Sunday, Aug. 19, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

New absentee voter box at the courthouse

Boundary County Clerk Glenda Poston is assuring voters that security steps are in place to ensure the security of a new outdoor voter absentee ballot drop box outside of county courthouse.

Congressional App Challenge winners announced, apps to be on display in US Capitol Building

Code Girls United members Emma Anderson and Makayla Davenport of Kalispell have been named winners of the 2024 Congressional App Challenge for Montana’s western district by U.S. Rep. Ryan Zinke.

Bonner County News of Record - Oct. 6, 2021

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

Kalispell speech teams at the top as usual

Kickoff meet launches season

Which is the team to beat this speech and debate season?

County picks Grieve as top planner

Interim director takes over head job

Flathead County Interim Planning Director BJ Grieve took the reins Thursday as the new county planning director.

Softball: Polson tops Libby; C-Falls rips Whitefish

The Daily Inter Lake

Hot dog! Montana Devil Dawgs serves up American staples

Stationed behind Montana Devil Dawg’s food cart on a rainy Tuesday afternoon, Jeremy Maynard of Evergreen knew what his next customer’s order was going to be.

In Peru's Cuzco, pandemic devastates tourism and economy

CUZCO, Peru (AP) — Efraín Valles guided world leaders, pop stars and a princess on exclusive tours through the land of the Incas. He now makes ice cream to survive amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Boundary County Calendar - April 3-13, 2025

Upcoming events, activities, and meetings taking place in Boundary County.

Mix-and-match decor: In with the old ... and in with the new

An early, painted Swedish sideboard next to a leather sectional. An ornate Italian walnut headboard on a bed dressed in featherweight linen. A collection of colorful 1930s Fiestaware pottery on a Lucite bookshelf.

Gene Clifford Ruby, 90

Gene Clifford Ruby, 90, took his final call March 25, 2024, boarding his last train to ride the rails for eternity.

Tips from the past make cookery special

Do you ever get tired of “same old-same old” at the dinner table? Often, even sauces or a sprinkle of herbs or spices just doesn’t do the trick of tantalizing the tastebuds when dinner is served. That’s where “one little thing” comes to the rescue.