Briefly

- Anglers may visit a free fishing exhibition sponsored by Berkley and Abu Garcia at Black Sheep Sporting Goods, 3534 N Government Way. The exhibit opens at noon.

Bill would give governor veto power over initiatives

Governor’s veto ‘is a good protection for a misinformed electorate if they don’t get the information like we get to have,’ said sponsor Rep. Bruce Skaug

Cedar St. Bridge Public Market joins chamber

SANDPOINT – With the historic Cedar Street Bridge at near capacity for the first time in many years, the Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the collective membership of the Cedar Street Bridge Public Market businesses.

Lawmakers close in on $7.5B measure to battle coronavirus

WASHINGTON (AP) — Lawmakers are finalizing a $7.5 billion emergency bill to fund the government's response to the coronavirus outbreak, even as fear is growing that the rapid spread of the virus is a shock to the economy and will lead to significant disruption in people's everyday lives.

Nude prowler given deferred sentence

The man brought up on a burglary charge after allegedly trying to steal a motorcycle from a Columbia Falls area home while nude earlier this year has received a deferred sentence.

Bonner County Calendar - Feb. 23, 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.

Community-minded Food Resource Center idea would strengthen fresh food access

Last year when the pandemic challenged the country’s food chain, people across the country and here locally were finding it difficult to buy fresh produce, meat and other needed food sources.

Packed summer schedule planned for Polebridge’s Home Ranch Bottoms

The summer music scene heats up at Home Ranch Bottoms with a slate of performers scheduled to perform May through August in Polebridge.

On federal death row, inmates talk about Biden, executions

CHICAGO (AP) — On federal death row, prisoners fling notes on a string under each other’s cell doors and converse through interconnected air ducts. A top issue these days: whether President Joe Biden will halt executions, several told The Associated Press.

Montana Indian Child Welfare Act passes key House vote

A legislative bill that would solidify protections for Native American children in Montana has gained support from the state’s House of Representatives, which approved the bill during its second reading Monday afternoon.

Moses Lake Spring Fest schedule

MOSES LAKE — This weekend is Moses Lake’s biggest blowout of the year, Spring Fest. Here’s where and when it’s all happening. All events are at McCosh Park unless otherwise noted.

Mineral Co. conducts screening for COVID-19

June 22 and 23 the Mineral County Health Department conducted drive-thru testing for COVID-19 at four different locations in the area. Last Monday testing sites were held in St. Regis and Deborgia, and on Tuesday, Alberton and Superior both had drive-through testing spots available.

Library district named month's top business

SANDPOINT — The Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce honored the East Bonner County Library District with February’s Business of the Month award for its excellent resources and services to the area.

Down to business

Adjusting to the new normal

What did you do this weekend? If asked prior to March 16, I bet your plans would have been vastly different than what you actually did this weekend. The end of April is usually a busy time in Bigfork. Volunteers gather together for Clean Your ‘Fork and then celebrate our village and restaurants with Taste of Bigfork, all in preparation for summer.

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Free virtual career goals workshops

US unemployment drops unexpectedly to 13.3% amid outbreak

WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. unemployment

Property tax task force delivers recommendations to Gianforte

Gov. Greg Gianforte on Thursday listened to recommendations for property tax reform presented by members of his appointed task force while offering limited insight into his support or disapproval of specific proposals that will likely be debated in the upcoming legislative session.

Corps meeting offered little peace of mind

If you missed the Army Corps of Engineers presentation Thursday night at the Ponderay Event Center, here is a brief summary what we learned about the conditions at Albeni Falls Dam which are causing the lake to remain below full pool:

Let the good times roar

Put on the Ritz at 3Cs Fashion Show on May 6

Put on the Ritz at 3Cs Fashion Show on May 6

Blues Fest gives back

The Historic Wallace Blues Festival showcases award-winning blues bands on the streets of Wallace while also giving back to the community.