NIC BOARD: Goals are to clean up messes they have made

During the public comments section of the Jan. 24 meeting of NIC’s Board of Trustees, a community member asked for certain trustees to stop making inappropriate, derogatory and intimidating remarks to those giving comments to other trustees and to any spectators. That request was immediately followed by an inappropriate, derogatory and intimidating response by one of the trustees. Was that request beyond understanding, or did the trustee simply need to feel more powerful by demoralizing someone?

James 'Jim' Bruce Haupt, 83

James "Jim" Bruce Haupt, 83, passed away July 10, 2024, in Kalispell.

Judge's ruling could slow down reopening of Florida schools

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — A Florida judge temporarily blocked Gov. Ron DeSantis and top education officials from forcing public schools to reopen brick-and-mortar classrooms amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, ruling that the state’s order “arbitrarily disregards safety.”

Not a dry eye at Birrell's book reading

“Walking with Fay” is the honest story of Bonners Ferry’s own Carolyn Birrell shifting from her role as child to caregiver her mother with dementia.

CWU students find inspiration, connection at Global Produce and Floral Show

ELLENSBURG — Agriculture is the cornerstone of civilization around the world, and as such, the International Fresh Produce Association’s (IFPA) annual Global Produce and Floral Show (GPFS) attracts visitors from a broad variety of industries and markets, and Higher Education Agribusiness programs, with a shared goal of helping the field grow and evolve. This year, a group of four CWU students and Management & Marketing Department Lecturer Michael Rogel, attended the show from October 17-19 in Atlanta, Georgia. This fall marked the CWU Agribusiness program’s third consecutive presence at GPFS and was possible thanks to a $75,000 grant awarded through Senator Maria Cantwell’s Office. The CWU team walked away from the experience feeling inspired and better connected with the industry. Rogel said the students each approached the convention with their own goals in mind.

Superintendents discuss education scorecard results

A recent study reveals Idaho's schools ranked 30th in math recovery and 38th in reading from 2019–2024. While some local districts show progress in the post-pandemic educational landscape, others continue working to create more stable learning environments.

PREP XC: Sandpoint boys win Inland Empire Challenge by large margin

The Sandpoint boys cross country team took first place out of 17 teams at the Inland Empire Challenge Saturday held at Lewis-Clark State College.

Legals for April, 27 2024

Bonner County Calendar - May 24, 2025

A look at the events, activities, and meetings happening around Bonner County, from Sandpoint to Cocolalla, from Priest River to Ponderay, and from Clark Fork to Dover.

A farming future: Students get a look at ag life at Spokane Ag Show

SPOKANE — The Spokane Ag Show is one of the largest trade shows in the Northwest. For the first two days, it looks like any other big expo: booths with every product under the sun, breakout sessions on the technical aspects of the business in various classrooms. But the third and final day is FFA Day, and the Spokane Convention Center is awash with Future Farmers of America students in blue jackets learning everything they can about one of the country’s most vital occupations. The event started with a keynote speaker chosen to give young farmers and farmers-to-be a good look at the work that’s ahead of them. The students then passed through a career fair with displays by colleges and potential employers, and finally out into the convention center at large to check out the exhibits.

Retiring pastor recalls journey leading Kalispell’s First Presbyterian Church

After serving as pastor of First Presbyterian Church of Kalispell for 25 years, Glenn Burfeind is retiring.

Remaining Free Agents

NEW YORK (AP) — The 101 remaining free agents (q-rejected qualifying offer):

Risch ready for '26 run

Idaho senator hopeful for solution on rising health-care costs

He said he has known every president since President Ronald Reagan and has gotten to know President Trump well. He believes if his critics had a chance to sit down over dinner with him, they would come away with a new perspective. “He’s entirely different than what you see in public,” Risch said.

Patrick David Sheppard, 49

Patrick David Sheppard, 49, of Summit, Mississippi, passed away Thursday, August 1, 2024, in Shelbyville.

Making a neighborhood, not just a subdivision

I have been following the development of the Providence Road subdivision with interest. As I understand it, this subdivision would be isolated from its nearest neighbors in Kootenai as the developer is unwilling to pay the fees associated with annexing to the town of Kootenai.

Liz Weston: How to stock up wisely, emergency or not

Concerns about the spread of coronavirus disease 2019 (abbreviated COVID-19) mean more of us are doing what we probably should have been doing all along: washing our hands more frequently and thoroughly; staying at home when we’re sick; stocking up on food and supplies in case that stay becomes extended.

Legals July 20, 2017

City of Moses Lake Notice of Application and Public Hearing ProLand LLC submitted an application for a Use Permit on June 19, 2016. Additional information was submitted on July 6, 2017. The application was determined to be substantially complete and ready for review on July 7, 2017. The proposed project location is 600 W. Yakima Avenue. The proposal is to construct a new communication facility consisting of 89' tall monopole antenna and a 20' X 9'4" concrete equipment skid within a fenced enclosure. The project has been determined to be consistent with the City's Comprehensive Plan and the following development regulations are applicable to the project: City of Moses Lake Municipal Code Title 14 Environmental Regulations, Title 16 Buildings and Construction, Title 18 Zoning, and Title 20 Development Review Process. The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing for this project at 7:00 pm, August 24, 2017 in the City Council Chambers located at 401 S. Balsam. All interested parties are encouraged to attend and make comment. Comments on this proposal from public agencies with jurisdiction and comments on the environmental impacts of this proposal will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. on August 7, 2017. Comments on other aspects of this proposal from the general public will be accepted up to the date of the public hearing. Public comment may be provided up to the date of the public hearing. In addition, persons who want to be informed of future actions or the final decision on this proposal should provide their name and address to the project planner listed below. The final decision on this proposal will be made within 120 days of the date of the notice of completeness and may be appealed according to the City appeal provisions specified in Moses Lake Municipal Code 20.11, Appeals. For more information, contact Daniel Leavitt at (509)764-3749. Submit written comments to Daniel Leavitt, Associate Planner, City of Moses Lake Community Development Department, 321 S. Balsam, P.O. Box 1579, Moses Lake, WA 98837. Copies of the information related to this application are available for review at no charge at the address above. Date of Notice: July 11, 2017 07045/98025 Pub: July 20, 2017

Glacier boys tie Helena High

Liam Ells and Hans Coggins scored for Glacier in a 2-2 tie with Helena Capital Saturday in Western AA soccer.

US unemployment drops unexpectedly to a still-high 13.3%

WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. unemployment dropped unexpectedly in May to 13.3% as reopened businesses began recalling millions of workers faster than economists had predicted, triggering a rally Friday on Wall Street and giving President Donald Trump something to boast about amid his reelection bid.

Turkey summons Iranian ambassador over Azeri poem tensions

ISTANBUL (AP) — Turkey on Saturday summoned the Iranian ambassador to Ankara over Iran's “aggressive” reaction to the Turkish president’s recitation of a poem on a visit to Azerbaijan, which Tehran deemed to support a secession of Azeri ethnic parts of Iran.