From The Archives - April 27, 2023

Fifty years ago, on May 3, 1973, Governor Cecil D. Andrus declared Bonners Ferry, Idaho “Capital For A Day.”

Iran warns Europe as diplomat says officials 'lied' on crash

TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Iran's president warned Wednesday that European soldiers in the Mideast “could be in danger” after three nations challenged Tehran over breaking the limits of its nuclear deal. Tehran's top diplomat meanwhile acknowledged that Iranians “were lied to” for days following the Islamic Republic's accidental shoot down of a Ukrainian jetliner that killed 176 people.

US Treasury announces it will begin selling new 20-year bond

WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. Treasury, faced with financing budget deficits topping $1 trillion annually, is introducing a new 20-year bond.

As MLB plays on, the businesses it feeds fight for survival

The cathedrals lie empty. Wrigley. Fenway. Yankee Stadium. PNC Park. Progressive Field.

Community solar project panels available

The solar array, known as Community Solar III, is made possible by grants from the United States Department of Agriculture’s Rural Energy Program for America program and the Bonneville Environmental Foundation.

U.S. may soon become world's top oil producer

Surprise! Kia Ranks Highest In Initial Quality

(NAPSI)—The auto industry experienced a seismic shift this month when J.D. Power announced that for the first time in 27 years a non-premium brand ranked highest in its annual Initial Quality Study.

Estate Planning: Key differences between high-net-worth and modest estates

As an Idaho estate planning attorney, I frequently encounter clients across the economic spectrum, from modest estates to high-net-worth individuals. While the fundamental goal remains the same — ensuring your assets pass to your loved ones according to your wishes — the strategies and considerations vary significantly based on estate size.

Legals for October, 7 2021

Correction

Sportsman & Ski Haus inventory

Cherie Cherry, 88

Cherie Deon Cherry, 88, passed away on Friday, November 10, 2023.

KCRCC: Statement proves racist points

Just read the statement from Brent Regan’s KCRCC on Racial Supremacy. My advice: Take it down ASAP.

The Latest: Swiss quarantine 2 hotels over new virus variant

BERLIN (AP) —

Leadman sells out during cold weekend

After five straight years of Leadman being run in near-perfect Spring conditions, Silver Mountain Marketing Manager and race organizer Gus Colburn said that the event was due for a bad weather day. Despite the tough conditions, Leadman was a muddy good time for athletes, volunteers, and spectators alike.

Area golfers tune up for postseason push

Both Ronan and Polson were able to compete in Frenchtown last Wednesday, where the Maidens edged the host team for the team title by placing all five of their golfers among the top 10.

Collaboration for greater good

Brick House Recovery, Ideal Option provide complementary services under one roof

Ideal Option and Brick House Recovery have come together under one roof to provide complementary services for clients seeking personalized medication treatment and faith-based recovery support.

A concrete plan for the summer

Not everyone's summer job involves helping bring a historic home back to life. Jonah Bernier's did. The local youth helped his dad Justin with concrete work at the Church Street home on Monday as the Sandpoint resident worked on the home owned by Ethan Davis.

Think small: Local entrepreneurs band together for Small Business Saturday

While what happens during the Christmas shopping season can make or break some locally owned small businesses, a technology store such as RadioActive in Kalispell doesn’t have to base its annual success on sales between Thanksgiving and Christmas.

Sandpoint council approves Division Ave. improvement funding

SANDPOINT – The city council unanimously approved a $250,000-grant agreement to see road and pathway improvements specifically for child pedestrians on Division Street. “We have sidewalks that are non-compliant. By going through the driveway aprons, they don't meet (Americans with Disabilities Act requirements). And quite frankly, as we have discussed on many occasions, the lack of a buffer at this location makes it very difficult to maintain during the snow season.” City Infrastructure Development Services Manager Amanda Wilson said. The quarter-million-dollar grant is the maximum allowed and comes from the Local Highway Technical Assistance Council and the child pedestrian safety program. The pedestrian program ranks proposed projects based on priority and other criteria, in the state, to issue funds.

Amazon, Beyond Meat fall; Eli Lilly, Ulta Beauty rise

NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks that moved heavily or traded substantially Tuesday: