Legals for April, 23 2023

Bigfork Independent Film Festival postponed until October

The fourth annual Bigfork Independent Film Festival scheduled for April 3-5 has been postponed until October 2-4 out of concerns related to the new coronavirus.

Review: Few far-right cases in German security agencies

BERLIN (AP) — Germany's top security official on Tuesday said a review has produced no evidence of structural far-right extremism in the country's security forces and only “a small number of confirmed cases.”

Braves missing catchers Flowers, dÁrnaud with virus symptoms

The Atlanta Braves will be without their top two catchers, Tyler Flowers and Travis d'Arnaud, for Friday's opening game at the New York Mets after both players showed symptoms of the coronavirus.

Stith named to lead North Carolina community college system

RALEIGH. N.C. (AP) — Thomas Stith III, the head of the U.S. Small Business Administration in North Carolina and a former top aide to then-Gov. Pat McCrory, was hired Monday to lead the state's community college system.

Bonner County News of Record - Jan. 28, 2023

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

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Well. ... just where do the Mariners turn now?

This is a beat-up team. The question coming up is whether they should still shoot for the division title by making a couple of bold trades.

The Inside Edge - SARS Ski Swap on tap

Just in time for our first edition, Mother Nature dishes the snow. Seeing the top of Schweitzer blanketed in white sure gets the pulse going. This promises to be a great season, with La Niña pushing moisture against the cold Canadian trough. Get those skis waxed.

Legals for April, 28 2022

Diane Lynch, 82

Diane Marie Lynch, 82, passed away on Wednesday, November 1, 2023, in Sandpoint, Idaho.

Italians told to celebrate Christmas at home to fight virus

MILAN (AP) — Italy recorded a pandemic-high daily death toll Thursday, providing a grim backdrop for Premier Giuseppe Conte’s cheerless announcement of restrictions for the Christmas holidays that will make it difficult for extended families to celebrate together as is customary.

Virus Outbreak, ADVISORY

Sweeping travel bans are accelerating around the globe as governments increasingly isolate people at home and within their borders to slow the unfolding coronavirus pandemic. The U.S. halted most travel from Europe and cautioned Americans to reconsider leaving the country. European Union leaders are pushing back at the “unilateral” declaration from President Donald Trump, insisting the continent has taken strong measures against the virus. In Italy, the center of Europe's outbreak, all stores and restaurants must close if they can't space out customers. The spread of coronavirus sent markets into a tailspin Thursday, triggering a circuit-breaking halt in trading in the U.S.

Planning for summer beach days? Docs share virus safety tips

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — Americans have never been more ready to get out of the house and bask in the sun. Warm-weather beach destinations are the most popular vacation searches, with Florida — particularly Key West — Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, and San Diego among the top considerations.

Tone deaf? Prince William's tour criticized amid pandemic

LONDON (AP) — A national train tour by Prince William and his wife Kate has received a frosty welcome from leaders in Wales and Scotland, with one Welsh official saying he would rather “no one was having unnecessary visits” during the coronavirus pandemic.

Study: 1 to 2 million tons of US plastic trash go astray

More than a million tons a year of America's plastic trash isn't ending up where it should. The equivalent of as many as 1,300 plastic grocery bags per person is landing in places such as oceans and roadways, according to a new study of U.S. plastic trash.

Inside Idaho's $410 million education bill

The Legislature’s Sept. 1 special session was a done deal. But that didn’t stop about 650 Idahoans from calling or emailing Gov. Brad Little’s office about his plan to pour state surplus dollars into tax cuts and education spending. A majority of the calls and emails ran against Little’s proposal — which became House Bill 1, the lone bill considered and passed during the one-day session.

A look inside the Lake County jail

Federal emergency funds help with jail improvements, but lawsuits challenge the county to address alleged inhumane conditions.

The wit and charm of Evelyn Laber, 95

Evelyn Laber is quick with a joke. “My daughter spent 10 years in prison,” she quipped. Which is true, but she worked there as a deputy sheriff.

The wit and charm of Evelyn Laber, 95

Evelyn Laber is quick with a joke. “My daughter spent 10 years in prison,” she quipped. Which is true, but she worked there as a deputy sheriff.

National parks are open — with some changes — amid virus

SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Most national parks are open as a refuge for Americans tired of being stuck at home during a global pandemic, but despite now being free to visit, people may find it more difficult than normal to enjoy them as parks close visitor centers, shuttles, lodges and restaurants to fight the spread of the coronavirus.