Flamenco Pacifico kicking off POAC's Performing Arts Series

The accolades don’t stop for Flamenco Pacifico, and because so many people have raved about their talents, Pend Oreille Arts Council is thrilled to be bringing them to the Heartwood Center’s stage on Sunday, November 3 at 7 p.m. Tickets are on sale at artinsandpoint.org, Eve’s Leaves, Winter Ridge and the POAC office.

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William Charles Blessing, 90

William Charles Blessing, husband, father, son, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully with loving family by his side on Saturday, June 11, 2016, in Sandpoint, Idaho, at age 90. He will be laid to rest next to his wife Helen in the Victor Valley Memorial Park in California.

Idaho team competes at national forestry contest

Idaho was one of 17 state teams that competed in the 37th annual National 4-H Forestry Invitational from July 31-Aug. 4.

Exploitation case dismissed

SANDPOINT — A charge is being dismissed against a Clark Fork woman accused of neglecting a bed-ridden senior citizen and accessing her bank accounts while she was in a vulnerable state.

Manslaughter suspect is imprisoned

SANDPOINT — A Bonner County man under investigation in connection with a deadly collision was ordered back to prison Tuesday for violating the terms of his probation.

Idaho Club may be at turning point

SANDPOINT — A more colorful chapter could be opening up in the saga of the embattled Idaho Club.

Local family fetes academy graduate

COCOLALLA — Cocolalla couple Dave and Lynda Townsend celebrated a family member's impressive accomplishments this spring. Their granddaughter, Melaine Valentin, completed four years at the United States Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colo., and earned her commission as a second lieutenant in the U.S. Air Force. She was one of 827 in the class of 2016, and one among just 185 women.

Reeves, Creighton lead Bulldog golf team in Cd'A

The Idaho Club set to host SHS Invitational

Give The Gift Of Education

(NAPSI)—With the spirit of giving upon us, now is a good time for parents and grandparents to give a present that will benefit their young loved ones for years to come -the gift of a college education. By enrolling in the Private College 529 Plan, parents can purchase future college tuition at today’s prices guaranteed by over 280 participating private colleges and universities. They can even set up a regular withdrawal plan of any amount they choose so the funds keep buying more tuition as the years pass.

Prison ordered in gunshot cases

SANDPOINT — A Bonner County man was given consecutive prison terms Tuesday for opening fire on people in separate incidents north of Priest River last summer.

Democrats seek clerk's candidates

SANDPOINT — The Bonner County Democratic Party is seeking candidates to complete the balance of county Clerk Marie Scott’s term.

Woman jailed for embezzling

SANDPOINT — A Bonner County woman who resorted to embezzlement to cope with financial struggles was given a suspended prison term Thursday and ordered to serve 90 days in jail.

Innovia Foundation announces leadership councils

SPOKANE — Innovia Foundation, the community foundation serving Eastern Washington and North Idaho, will convene more than 200 people from throughout the region for a Leadership Summit on the topic of building vibrant and sustainable communities on March 2 – 3 at Spokane’s Historic Davenport Hotel.

Rolling in dough: Program helps feed students

Riverside High School is being buried in bread. The generosity of Boundary County churches knows no bounds.

Lower cost Passport Cards available to residents

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Golf Ball drop June 14

There’s a new game in town. Perched 20 feet above hole number nine, a huge bucket of golf balls will be released in a cascading ball free-for-all during Fry Healthcare Foundation’s fifth annual golf tournament on Friday, June 14 at Mirror Lake Golf Course.

SARS Ski Swap Nov. 9

SARS 2013 SARS Annual Ski Swap

Tourist concerned about safety in Whitefish

A Jewish tourist coming into Whitefish called the Whitefish Police Department and requested to speak with an officer regarding concerns of safety and security. He was advised to contact the FBI.

LETTER: Holmquist's record not as good as she suggests

I’m writing this letter in an attempt to present a different point of view about the current county commissioner election.