Stefanski returns to Browns, playoffs after COVID-19 absence

CLEVELAND (AP) — Browns coach Kevin Stefanski is back with his playoff team after having COVID-19.

The Alternative School is a necessary educational outlet for our students

The conservation of energy law states that energy cannot be created, nor destroyed, it can only change its form. This is true for students in the Libby public schools.

Sandpoint, Coeur d'Alene hosting LEAP workshops

Over 1,500 Idaho loggers have taken the University of Idaho Extension program on forest ecology, silviculture, and water quality, titled Logger Education to Advance Professionalism or “LEAP”. LEAP Update is an annual opportunity for LEAP graduates to build on that professional development in forestry.

Northern Lights offers solar tour for SHS students

Northern Lights sponsored the first educational solar tour and workshop for Sandpoint High School students on Oct. 26, at NLI’s Sagle headquarters.

Jail is ordered in perjury case

SANDPOINT — A Bonner County woman charged with committing perjury in a criminal case against her brother was sentenced to nine days in jail, according to 1st District Court records.

Local man sentenced on Oregon charges

SANDPOINT — A registered sex offender awaiting trial in Bonner County for sexual battery of a teen was sentenced Friday to more than 30 years in prison, according to Oregon corrections officials.

Remember our seniors during the holiday season

This is a plea to the community for help. The Sandpoint Senior Center is in urgent need right now. We recently mailed out a “holiday letter” asking for help from the community for the senior center and DayBreak Center. The letter stated that while we all love to support animals and children during the holiday season, our seniors also need your support. Many of you reached into your pockets and sent in donations, but we are seriously concerned about our finances.

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A proverb says, “tell me who your friends are, and I’ll tell you who you are.” Adding… “who are you funded by” accentuates the swamp cabbage odor in the current political races.

BCGA announces 2019 fall workshop series

Autumn has its own garden chores and planting possibilities that will be discussed during the four-part 2019 Home Horticulture Workshop Series presented by the Bonner County Master Gardeners.

Prison ordered in lewd case

SANDPOINT — A Bonner County man convicted of lewd and lascivious conduct was ordered to serve 15 years in prison on Tuesday.

Officials warn of suspected jury duty scam

SANDPOINT — First District court officials are warning the public of a jury duty scam that appears to be making the rounds in the community.

Suspect linked to missing woman imprisoned

SANDPOINT — A Spokane man linked to the disappearance of a Montana woman was sentenced to up to four years in prison for unlawfully possessing firearms.

Church of the Nazarene announces upcoming retreat

Sandpoint Church of the Nazarene, 477954 Highway 95 in Ponderay, is inviting the community to join the congregation at an upcoming retreat.

Brasses team up to win Idaho state Coaches of the Year award

SANDPOINT — It’s really a two-for-one deal for Sandpoint with cross country coaches Matt and Angie Brass, as the husband and wife have teamed up for nearly a decade stewarding the SHS cross country coaches.

Luis honored as chamber's top volunteers

SANDPOINT — They say the couple who volunteers together, stays together. Or, at least this is true for Charlie and Randi Lui, who were named the Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce’s September volunteers of the month.

Bill would increase pay for veteran teachers

Idaho Gov. Brad Little on Wednesday released his top priority for 2020: A five-year, $225 million plan to increase compensation for veteran teachers.

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Wolf-trapping certification course registration is open

Trappers interested in learning more about the specifics of trapping wolves are reminded that Idaho rules require trappers to successfully complete a Wolf Trapper Certification course before they can purchase wolf trapping tags.

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Bomb threat suspect enters guilty pleas

SANDPOINT — A Bonners Ferry woman accused of perpetrating a bomb hoax to stave off her sentencing in a felony drug case pleaded guilty on Monday.