New fire agency ponders name

SANDPOINT — With Sagle Fire District and Sandpoint Fire Department combining operations, local officials believe it’s time for a new identity.

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Hearings lead council agenda

SANDPOINT — Two public hearings head up the last regular council meeting of 2014.

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BCHA helps families own homes

SANDPOINT — It’s been a big year for the Bonner Community Housing Agency.

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City seeks input for new website

SANDPOINT — City officials are set on reshaping the online presence of Sandpoint, but they need the community’s help.

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Legislature makes 2015 committee assignments

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Kalispel share culture, heritage

SANDPOINT — Despite superficial appearances, Kalispel and European-based heritages aren’t all that different on a fundamental level.

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Students' projects mix ideas, learning

SANDPOINT — Video games are a major passion for Breann LaBorde, especially when it comes to their portrayal in media.

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Area legislators secure committee assignments

SANDPOINT — With a new legislative session looming, local legislators have secured committee assignments to build Idaho law from the ground up.

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City votes to erase parking loopholes

SANDPOINT — When it comes to public parking, the city aims to keep residents playing by the rules with a new ordinance prohibiting the removal of tire markings.

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Sandpoint ProBuild closing its doors

SANDPOINT — ProBuild Holdings officials announced this week they are closing the Sandpoint location due to insufficient business.

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Sandpoint taking fire merger plan for test drive

SANDPOINT — For fire protection personnel, a joint powers agreement is a test run for a permanent fire district merger.

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Sandpoint native named Boston's first digital officer

SANDPOINT — With the advent of the Internet and the age of social media, cities have more options than ever when it comes to serving their residents.

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Talks under way on EPA permit

SANDPOINT — The updated terms of a renewed Environmental Protection Agency permit could end up escalating costs to the city’s wastewater treatment plant.

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The Cottage gets a holiday touch

SANDPOINT — For Panhandle Special Needs, Inc., Christmas really is the most wonderful time of the year.

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Rush-On helps adventure seekers find their next big thrill

SANDPOINT — When adventure seekers and outdoor sports enthusiasts are looking for their next big thrill, a little simplicity goes a long way.

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Sandpoint mulls JPA with Sagle Fire

SANDPOINT — A council meeting this Wednesday could pave the way for the combination of Sandpoint Fire Department and Sagle Fire District.

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'Movember' can be hairy

SANDPOINT — It’s late November, and that can only mean one thing: The mustaches are back in full force.

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Community flocks together on turkey drive

SANDPOINT — Thanksgiving may be their busiest time of the year, but for Bonner Community Food Center director Alice Wallace it’s the small moments stand out.

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Former Sandpoint mayor passes away

SANDPOINT — Artist, activist and former Sandpoint mayor Gretchen Hellar, 71, passed away Friday at her home following a battle with cancer.

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NAMI decries shooting, prosecutor's ruling

SANDPOINT — NAMI Far North sees the shooting of Jeanetta Riley this summer as the symptom of a greater problem.

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'Kill list' found on elementary school iPad

COCOLALLA — A “kill list” found on an iPad in a Southside Elementary classroom last week is receiving serious attention from local law enforcement.

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Quiet zone plan could cost city

SANDPOINT — The pursuit of a railroad quiet zone may be good for local peace and quiet, but it could be tough on the city’s pocketbook.

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Cautious optimism drives road plan

SANDPOINT — According to Idaho Transportation Department engineers, cautious optimism prevailed regarding a street reconfiguration plan that will dramatically change local traffic.

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Council taking another look at RR quiet zone

SANDPOINT — After a few weeks of research, a proposed railroad quiet zone is back on the table for council discussion this Wednesday.

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Art to honor Jones' legacy

SANDPOINT — A new piece of artwork is set to honor the legacy of late attorney and prominent community member Jeff Jones.

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Environmental, train issues reach D.C.

SANDPOINT — Local environmental quality and oil train issues reached all the way to Washington, D.C., Wednesday during rulemaking sessions at the U.S. Department of Transportation.

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Community celebrates trail's creation

SANDPOINT — A biting cold couldn’t cool the hearts of Pend d’Oreille Bay Trail fans, who turned out Thursday to formally dedicate the trail for public service.

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Week gives students a boost on college applications

SANDPOINT — With a little help from the state of Idaho, high school students around the district are putting some serious thought into their academic futures.

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Crossing plan frustrates city, business owners

PONDERAY — Business owners and city officials aren’t happy about the proposal by Union Pacific Railroad to shut down the Eastgate Crossing.

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Debut novel offers adventurous tale

SANDPOINT — From a young age, Gabrielle Bennett has been drawn to worlds of fantasy.

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Local firefighters' drive delivers assistance to food bank

SANDPOINT — The onset of winter and the holiday season means more pressure than ever for struggling local families.

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Ceremonies pay homage to area's veterans

SANDPOINT — For Col. Larry Tassie, part of World War II meant combing the islands of Okinawa in search of rogue Japanese soldiers holed away in caves.

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Local mom earns place in 'No Excuse' calendar

SANDPOINT — As any parent can tell you, being a mom is a massive demand on both time and energy, and Jenny Mire’s experience was no different.

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The face of homelessness

SANDPOINT — As the weather grows colder, the plight of individuals and families without permanent homes becomes grimmer.

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Howley nominated for WOWSA Woman of the Year

SANDPOINT — This year, endurance swimmer Elaine Howley swam her way into local heroism by becoming the first person to traverse the length of Lake Pend Oreille.

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City relaxes stance on lake's summer pool

SANDPOINT —While the Sandpoint City Council relaxed its stance on the summer lake level, the city still wants to see Lake Pend Oreille stay at the higher level as long as possible.

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Hunting OK'd at Sandpoint Airport

SANDPOINT — A majority of Sandpoint City Council members approved a request from Sandpoint Airport officials to hunt deer within city limits this year.

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Republicans sweep polls in mid-term election

SANDPOINT — Republicans enjoyed another sweep through the polls in Bonner County’s midterm election.

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Legislative races in a state of flux

SANDPOINT — By press time, only nine of 33 Bonner County precincts had reported midterm election results, leaving state races in a flux.

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IMCB officially becomes Columbia Bank

SANDPOINT — Panhandle State Bank may be no more, but company officials say they’re committed to keeping its spirit alive under the banner of Columbia Bank.

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Voters heading to polls today

SANDPOINT — Residents looking to exercise their constitutional right to vote today will want to have all information on hand before heading to the polls.

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Sandpoint mulls lake level options

SANDPOINT — Lake level management is once again on the Sandpoint City Council agenda following major announcements by the Idaho Lakes Commission last week.

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Kochava picked for state tax credit program

SANDPOINT — In the wake of a major business expansion, Kochava is working with the state of Idaho to push down the accelerator even more on its business plan.

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Collier shares stories of wartime service

SANDPOINT — There were more than a few moments as a helicopter pilot in Vietnam when Bill Collier didn’t think he’d make it out of the battlefield alive.

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Resort city tax on the ballot

SANDPOINT — Don’t be surprised when you find the latest iteration of the resort city tax waiting for your approval at the polls this weekend.

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Sandpoint approves trail system plan

SANDPOINT — The Sandpoint City Council is teaming up with other local officials and organizations to improve trail systems and conservation plans in the community.

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Coats 4 Kids drive continues

SANDPOINT — With the weather quickly turning chilly, the demand among local families is higher than ever for warm winter clothes.

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Films, fun fill annual festival

SANDPOINT — Another international lineup awaits local film lovers at the fifth annual Sandpoint Film Festival.

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Kochava announces expansion of executive leadership team

SANDPOINT — A good year for Kochava just keeps getting better with the announcement this month that the company has dramatically expanded its executive leadership team.

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Officials: See SPOT deliver

SANDPOINT — City and transportation officials are rolling out a series of presentations to demonstrate the worth of the Selkirks-Pend Oreille Transit bus system.

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Martin readies for DYW state program

SANDPOINT — The state competition for Distinguished Young Women might be right around the corner, but local contestant Breylan Martin isn’t sweating it.

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MOA changes alleviate fears of early lake drawdown

SANDPOINT — Lake Pend Oreille drawdown won’t begin before Labor Day next year, alleviating widespread local concern about a shortened summer pool season.

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City confident street plan is ready to roll

SANDPOINT — City officials feel prepared to roll out the new city streets plan if they get the go-ahead from Idaho Transportation Department officials.

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Schools locked down during incident

SANDPOINT — Several schools initiated lockdown procedures in the wake of a Northshore neighborhood home invasion Tuesday morning.

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Unicyclist wheels way to world record

SANDPOINT — Cary Gray has become accustomed to getting strange looks on the road.

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Quest Aircraft teams up with Chinese firm

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City's purchase of final parcel completes trail

PONDERAY — From the beginning, a guiding force for Pend d’Oreille Bay Trail supporters was the motto, “It’s not just about building trails — it’s about building communities.”

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County candidates debate issues

SANDPOINT — County candidates sparred over key issues like transportation, infrastructure, the economy and more at a forum held Wednesday.

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Quest Aircraft teams up with Chinese firm

SANDPOINT — Quest Aircraft Company has already seen its airplanes pervade the globe, but thanks to a new partnership, its reach has expanded farther than ever.

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Council tackles lake level issue

SANDPOINT — A request to Gov. C.L. “Butch” Otter and other involved organizations to refrain from changing the Pend Oreille lake level highlights this week’s council agenda.

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Conflict brews over center

CLARK FORK — For Iris DeMauro and her supporters, a new Clark Fork community center can only be a good thing for the town’s residents and youth.

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Health care will drive economic growth

SANDPOINT — With big changes set for Idaho health care, local economic advisers are helping residents prepare their finances.

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Local firefighters hosting open house

SANDPOINT — It’s been a year of big changes for Sandpoint Fire Department and Sagle Fire District.

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Signs creating driver confusion

SANDPOINT — While construction of the new Bonner General Health hospital building is going smoothly, confusion over how to access established hospital services is a problem.

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Schweitzer Crossing project nears completion

PONDERAY — There aren’t too many properties that offer the potential for a relaxing park, retail stores, restaurants and hotels within a 20-acre chunk of land.

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UP seeks Eastgate Crossing's closure

PONDERAY — If Union Pacific Railroad officials have their way, Eastgate Crossing will be closed on a date yet to be announced.

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Council ponders zoning changes

SANDPOINT — There are at least a few more weeks left in the saga of the Mixed-Use Residential zoning changes after all.

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Grant helps write success

SANDPOINT — Bringing literature to life can be a challenge for any high school classroom.

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Weissman tabbed to lead senior center

SANDPOINT — Of all the skills you’d expect from the administrator of an iconic community organization, juggling probably isn’t one of them.

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Scam making rounds in area

SANDPOINT — Local law enforcement officials are warning residents of a major increase in scam phone calls threatening arrest for unpaid taxes.

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LPOSD getting ready for Idaho Core Standards testing

SANDPOINT — With the new school year comes a new focus on Idaho Core Standards, and teachers are busy preparing students for the first round of official testing.

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City approves renovation of business center

SANDPOINT — The Bonner Business Center is set for renovation following a series of recent council actions.

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New program targets bullying

SANDPOINT — Everyone knows bullying is a problem in almost every school.

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Group unites through creativity, compassion

SANDPOINT — No matter what disabilities a person may have, they still have a lot to teach the world and those around them.

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Coalition aims to make community safer

SANDPOINT — For Kari Clark, drug and alcohol abuse isn’t an abstract societal crisis — it’s personal.

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Graphic novels top list of banned books

SANDPOINT — Libraries nationwide are celebrating Banned Book Week, and East Bonner County Library is no exception.

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ITD: Street plan is a short-term compromise

SANDPOINT — At best, the proposed street plan revision will be a relatively short-term compromise, according to Idaho Transportation Department officials.

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Officials wary of proposed train's impact

SANDPOINT — The Tongue River Railroad hasn’t been built yet, but city officials are already wary of the impact it could have on Sandpoint.

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Community helping man battle cancer

SANDPOINT — No one expects to get cancer at the age of 23, but that’s exactly what Zachary Simmons is facing.

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Crosstoberfest rides to aid of autism group

SANDPOINT — In a way, cyclocross is an appropriate sport to serve as a fundraiser for families affected by autism.

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Ponderay blooming with new trees

PONDERAY — With new amenities and public parks on the way, city officials are working together to make Ponderay a little greener.

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City may seek to quiet loud train whistles

SANDPOINT — The city is seeking more information about the logistics of establishing a train quiet zone within city limits following council discussion Wednesday.

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BBC kitchen may get home at fairgrounds

SANDPOINT — Bonner County Fairgrounds and Sandpoint city officials are working to get community businesses cooking again.

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Community rallies to help woman with medical bills

SANDPOINT — Residents with an appetite for charity have the opportunity to fill their bellies and hearts at Jalapeños Thursday night.

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City water dispute prompts policy change

SANDPOINT — A dispute with a water user is prompting the city to update its policies regarding water metering.

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Tribute pays homage to Idaho's heroes

SANDPOINT — Air Force Capt. David Lyon always went the extra mile for his friends, family, teammates and country.

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Trains are focus of city meeting

SANDPOINT — With half of the agenda related to railroad activity, trains are the focus of the evening at Wednesday’s council meeting.

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City approves light commercial uses in neighborhoods

SANDPOINT — After a few tweaks, council members authorized the new mixed use residential zoning, fusing light commercial applications to many local neighborhoods.

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Tax fraud scam making rounds

SANDPOINT — If you happen to get a call indicating you’re suspected of tax fraud and in danger of being arrested, try not to panic.

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Officials: Cities seeing growth

PONDERAY — Between planning new parks, street projects and water systems, the officials of Ponderay, Dover and Sandpoint have stayed busy this year.

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'Ag gag' bill foes cheer as lawsuit allowed to proceed

SANDPOINT — Local organization Sandpoint Vegetarians is celebrating following a victory in the legal battle against the so-called “ag gag” bill signed into law earlier this year.

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Officials urge caution on street proposal

SANDPOINT — Before a downtown streets plan is set in stone, local state and county officials are urging invested parties to slow down and have all information on hand.

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City approves EMS contract

SANDPOINT — Continuing a relationship that’s proven mutually beneficial over the past years, the city will provide ambulance support for Bonner County EMS next year.

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Community tribute planned on Sept. 11

SANDPOINT — Thursday will be a sober one as citizens both local and national remember the fallen Americans from Sept. 11 terror attacks and the wars that followed.

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Bike ride is a continental affair

SANDPOINT — There are relatively few cruises, elaborate cocktails and white-sand beaches in the retirement years of Terry Sumner.

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Burnett clan bonds on family farm

SANDPOINT — The drudgery of early morning chores, the kinship of family dinners, the joy of long-awaited reunions: The Burnett family farm has seen a lot of living over the past 70 years.

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LPOW: Train coal is found in lake, river

SANDPOINT — Lake Pend Oreille Waterkeeper is once again turning to science to tackle the question of coal’s impact on lake water.

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Firefighters get on track with train accident training

SANDPOINT — The Sandpoint and Sagle fire departments are taking proactive measures to ensure a swift response in the event of an oil train derailment.

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Panida names new director

SANDPOINT — As a newcomer to town, new Panida Theater director Patricia Walker White was curious about the nature of her new community.

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Council nixes booze tax proposal

SANDPOINT — Local voters won’t have to approve or shut down a tax on alcohol sold by the drink this November after all.

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Area youngsters head back to class

SANDPOINT — Tuesday morning found dozens of youngsters walking toward Farmin Stidwell Elementary, clutching a lunch box in one hand and a parent’s hand in the other.

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Students head back to school

SANDPOINT — The fresh notebooks and folders come out today as students across the county check out their new classes and teachers for another school year.

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Local schools, teachers join global project

SANDPOINT — What do Lake Pend Oreille School District teachers have in common with educators in Finland?

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Council mulls local option taxes

SANDPOINT — Booze is back on the agenda Wednesday as council members discuss whether or not to add an additional tax on beer, wine and liquor by the drink.

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LPOHS again offering night classes

SANDPOINT — “The tassel is worth the hassle,” as any staff member at Lake Pend Oreille High School will tell you.

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Pair's bond traverses miles, years

SANDPOINT — Caitie Stolz and Mao Kono’s relationship started in a twist of fate — a random housing assignment decision in an exchange student program.

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Angels' backpack program aids students

SANDPOINT — As a new year of school draws near, more and more families are feeling the financial sting of outfitting their kids with supplies.

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Businesses asked to move from BBC

SANDPOINT — With the city working to keep Lead-Lok jobs in town, officials are asking other Bonner Business Center businesses to relocate.

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Sandpoint approves $32.3M budget

SANDPOINT — City officials passed a $32,298,864 budget for the 2014-2015 fiscal year Wednesday following months of workshops and preparation.

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Festival charts another successful year

SANDPOINT — Despite a few nerve-wracking rain clouds, the Festival at Sandpoint charted another successful year with relatively few mishaps.

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City ponders local booze tax

SANDPOINT — A proposed city tax on beer, wine and liquor sales by the drink has some local business owners questioning whether they should shoulder an additional tax burden.

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Depot to be center of local rail travel

SANDPOINT — Local entrepreneurs, Amtrak officials and U.S. legislators are teaming up to provide a snapshot of future rail travel in Sandpoint.

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Crapo: Debt is hurting U.S.

SANDPOINT — Sen. Mike Crapo thinks America is still the greatest country in the world, but it has some serious problems to tackle.

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Megaload shifting to Montana today

SANDPOINT — After passing through Sandpoint and nearing Hope Friday morning, the megaload shipment is expected to leave Idaho early this morning en route for Montana.

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Labrador prepares for another run

SANDPOINT —Rep. Raúl Labrador has tackled his share of challenges over the last year.

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Waterkeeper celebrates denial of coal terminal permit

SANDPOINT — The city of Sandpoint and other towns publicly opposed to proposed coal export terminals won a victory Monday with the rejection of a key permit.

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LPOSD crafts strategic plan

SANDPOINT — A little planning goes a long way, and Lake Pend Oreille School District officials are putting that truism into practice.

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Megaload passing through Sandpoint

SANDPOINT — By the time most locals greet the day today, a megaload shipment should be on its way to Montana.

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English town inspires idea for downtown street plan

SANDPOINT — The town of Poynton, England, could provide inspiration for the future of downtown Sandpoint transportation.

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Thunderstorms cause little damage

SANDPOINT — Compared to Bonner County’s last brush with angry Mother Nature, Tuesday’s thunderstorms were barely a tantrum.

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Depot renovation is on track

SANDPOINT — Years of work and negotiations between the city, BNSF Railway and Amtrak culminated Wednesday with the beginning of the Sandpoint Depot rehabilitation.

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Megaload shipment continues trek through Idaho

SANDPOINT — The megaload shipment is taking a night off to allow for U.S. 95 construction work before continuing its northbound journey.

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Megaload shipment begins its journey north

SANDPOINT — The recently-permitted megaload hit the road Sunday night, reaching Lewiston en route to Bonner County Thursday.

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Communiversity leaders talk ideas, options

SANDPOINT — The concept of a communiversity is built on a simple foundation.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

ITD approves megaload shipments in N. Idaho

SANDPOINT — Idaho Transportation Department officials are warning drivers to expect delays next week when a mega-load shipment rolls through North Idaho.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Sky-high fun awaits with annual fly-in

SANDPOINT — You haven’t seen everything Bonner County has to offer until you’ve seen it a couple thousand feet from above ground.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Sandpoint scores legal victory in street fight

SANDPOINT — The city of Sandpoint scored more victories in the legal battle with the Independent Highway District last week following decisions by the Idaho Supreme Court and First District Court.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Man sentenced in home invasion case

SANDPOINT — A Bonner County man will be serving at least two-and-a-half years in prison after taking a plea deal on home invasion robbery charges.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

The Hive buzzes with activity as opening nears

SANDPOINT — With the opening of The Hive this week, owner Jeff Grady aims to turn Sandpoint into a must-hit stop for band tours of the Pacific Northwest.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Storm impacts community's stores

SANDPOINT — It was anything but business as usual in Sandpoint following the damages and power outages caused by Saturday’s destructive thunderstorm.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Raises eyed for Sandpoint mayor, council

SANDPOINT — To cover the cost of rising insurance premiums, council members are considering giving elected officials a raise due for January 2016.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Hot temps heat up area's fire danger

SANDPOINT — Given the trend hot, dry temperatures, Idaho Department of Lands officials have set the fire danger level to “high.”

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LPOW monitoring water quality

SANDPOINT — There hasn’t been much time for Lake Pend Oreille Waterkeeper associates to take it easy this summer.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Account aids local youngster

SANDPOINT — It’s been a tough go for Keldon Ridley in his first few days of life.

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Clydesdales trot into town for visit

SANDPOINT — It’s hard to know just how huge a Clydesdale horse is until you’re face-to-nose with one.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

CBS, IMCB announce banks' merger

SANDPOINT — Panhandle State Bank officials anticipate a new era of growth following the merger of its parent company, Intermountain Community Bancorp, with Columbia Banking System.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Sandpoint council OKs plan to split fire chief's time

SANDPOINT — Following a council vote Wednesday, Sandpoint Fire Chief Ron Stocking’s time will be split between the Sagle Fire District and Sandpoint Fire Department.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

LPOSD holds board election

SANDPOINT — No big changes are in the works for the Lake Pend Oreille School Board as it reconstitutes for another school year.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

SFD chief to split time with Sagle Fire

SANDPOINT — A proposed agreement between the city and Sagle Fire District to split Sandpoint Fire Chief Ron Stocking’s time could lay the groundwork for a merger down the road.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Council approves Sandpoint BID

SANDPOINT — Council members authorized the Sandpoint Business Improvement District last week for another year of operation under Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Aerospace program helps students soar

SANDPOINT — It’s not every day you hear of high school students working over summer break to pay for classes.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Mythweaver, Kalispel celebrate 25 years of work

SANDPOINT — The Kalispel Tribe has traveled a long road to reclaim its North Idaho heritage.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

DEQ warns of poor air quality

SANDPOINT — Summer vacations are taking a smoky turn with wildfires in Washington and Canada contributing to poor local air quality.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Sandpoint OKs downtown street changes

SANDPOINT — The City Council approved a plan Wednesday to convert Fifth Avenue to two-way operation between Cedar and Pine streets.

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Sandpoint OKs downtown street changes

SANDPOINT — The City Council approved a plan Wednesday to convert Fifth Avenue to two-way operation between Cedar and Pine streets.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Community key to strong rural towns

SANDPOINT — When it comes to developing strong and vital rural towns, community is the key.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Panida receives $30K in grants

SANDPOINT — Between several grant acquisitions and the imminent launch of a new website, it’s been a good few weeks for the Panida Theater.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Nonprofit training offers leadership tips

SANDPOINT — It’s unlikely local nonprofit staffers have experienced a seminar like Idaho Panhandle Nonprofit Leadership Retreat.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Jacey's Race helping local youngsters

SANDPOINT — This year’s Jacey’s Race beneficiaries may seem like a diverse bunch, but they have at least one thing in common: They’re all troopers.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Sandpoint starts budget process

SANDPOINT — City officials don’t foresee any major changes to staffing and benefits in the coming budget year aside from some changes to health care policy.

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City seeks downtown amenities

SANDPOINT — The downtown could be sporting some new benches and other amenities if the Sandpoint Urban Renewal Agency partners with the city on funding.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

SHS, French students team up to honor D-Day vets

SANDPOINT — It’s sometimes amazing to see how a few simple actions can ripple out to all corners of the earth.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Otter: North Idaho has bright future

SANDPOINT — Gov. C.L. “Butch” Otter sees good things ahead for North Idaho when it comes to industry, education and lake management.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

City, county collaborate on new park

SANDPOINT — City and county officials are collaborating on a new park to give northern residents a little more fun in their lives.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Area rallies to help teen

SANDPOINT — Since being diagnosed with a rare genetic disease in 2009, Drake Haskins has undergone 11 brain surgeries.

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Fourth of July fun easy to find in community

SANDPOINT — No matter where you are in the county, it’s easy to find Fourth of July fun this Friday.

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Charter school receives $300K grant

SANDPOINT — A $317,515 grant from the Idaho State Department of Education is set to transform the Forrest M. Bird Charter School’s technology department.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

'Radical Rick' makes science cool

SANDPOINT — Everyone knows science is useful, but blow up a few balloons in a spectacular fireball and it suddenly becomes cool.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Fire damages local home

SANDPOINT — A structure fire Thursday evening could have been much worse if it weren’t for some well-prepared local residents.

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Summer Sampler dishes up great food

SANDPOINT — The weather was cool but the food was hot at this year’s Summer Sampler, held Thursday in Farmin Park.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

District, charter school re-evaluating relationship

SANDPOINT — Forrest M. Bird Charter School and Lake Pend Oreille School District officials are re-evaluating their relationship following proposed changes to the school’s charter.

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Search ends in woman's arrest

PONDERAY — A search Tuesday afternoon for a young woman in the Black Rock area near Ponderay ended with her being found safe — but under arrest for outstanding warrants.

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Sinking barge leaks fuels

SAGLE — A fuel spill from a sinking barge Sunday afternoon shouldn’t have any long-term impacts, according to emergency response officials.

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Solar Roadway drive nets $2.2M

SANDPOINT — It’s been a crazy week for Scott and Julie Brusaw of Solar Roadways.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Sandpoint seeks grant

SANDPOINT — An up-to-$50,000 Idaho Gem Grant could open new doors in the effort to improve business development in town.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Wildflower Day Spa delivers luxurious relaxation

SANDPOINT — Ask most guys whether they’re up for a day at the spa, and chances are you’ll be met with blank stares.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Memorial Field budget is set

SANDPOINT — With an approximate budget cost of $2.7 million now available, the Friends of Memorial Field are ready to start raising funds for the restoration project.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

SHS grad powers way to acting success

SANDPOINT — Damen Rodriguez thinks he’s on the cusp of something big — picture giant robot proportions.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Cabinet Mts. have map appeal

SANDPOINT — Right in time for the 50th anniversary of the national wilderness program, Idaho and Montana residents have a new way to explore the Cabinet Mountains.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Memorial Field tops Sandpoint council agenda

SANDPOINT — The restoration work at Memorial Field is progressing smoothly as council members prepare to examine the latest designs.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

SPOT riding strong as system notes 200K riders

DOVER — For the past three years, local transportation officials have been putting Bonner County residents on the SPOT.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

N. Idaho man hopes to heat up cold case

SANDPOINT — Jim Turpin of Post Falls is still haunted by a murder that occurred when he was only 4 years old.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

'Doc Lewis' named parade grand marshal

SANDPOINT — Given his 50 years living and working in the community, it’s hard to find a local who doesn’t know “Doc Lewis.”

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

LPOSD approves $30.1M budget

SANDPOINT — The Lake Pend Oreille School Board voted unanimously Tuesday to adopt a $30.1 million budget for the 2014-2015 fiscal year.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

POB Trail takes steps toward future growth

SANDPOINT — The vision for the Pend d’Oreille Bay Trail is nothing less than grand.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

CWC brand purchased by NYC firm

SANDPOINT — The Coldwater Creek brand may survive after all following its purchase by Sycamore Partners, a New York City-based private equity firm.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Solar Roadways extends fundraising drive

SANDPOINT — Scott and Julie Brusaw, the brains behind the viral sensation Solar Roadways, are completely exhausted — and they couldn’t be happier about it.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Clark Fork High graduates onward, upward

CLARK FORK — As the proverb goes, it takes a village to raise a child, and nowhere was that more evident than Friday at the Clark Fork High School graduation ceremony.

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SHS grads ready to make their mark

SANDPOINT — There’s little doubt that the class of 2014 will leave its mark upon the history of Sandpoint High School.

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Charting for success

SANDPOINT — When it comes to the Forrest M. Bird Charter School graduating class of 2014, it’s hard to define “normal.”

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Push America raises awareness of disabilities

SANDPOINT — If the bicyclists of Push America’s TransAmerica team ever find their energy waning, they just remember the mission that keeps them pedaling.

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City adopts new sign code

SANDPOINT — Nearly two years of work wrapped up Wednesday following council members’ approval of the reworked city sign code.

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City honors late mayor

SANDPOINT — Late mayor Marsha Ogilvie will always have a place at City Beach with the dedication of the new and improved Snack Shack.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

LPOHS graduation gets a personal touch

SANDPOINT — It’s safe to say that very few schools out there prominently feature a Bozo Bop Bag in their graduation ceremonies.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Stocking sworn in as fire chief

SANDPOINT — Ron Stocking was sworn in as fire chief Monday, ushering in a new chapter for the Sandpoint Fire Department.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Beach snack shack being renamed to honor Ogilvie

SANDPOINT — The legacy of former Sandpoint mayor Marsha Ogilvie is set to become a part of every beach-goer’s summer fun this Friday.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Food bank starts endowment drive started

SANDPOINT — Bonner Community Food Center officials are taking steps to make sure they’re still feeding hungry families many years down the road.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Benefit set for Johnnie Lawson

SANDPOINT — Johnnie Lawson has given a lot to community members both musically and philanthropically.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

No job too small, large for Handy Pros Construction

SANDPOINT — No job is too small or large for Handy Pros Construction, a new option for all kinds of home remodeling and handyman work.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

POW/MIA bracelet given to soldier's family

SANDPOINT — The last thing Loris Michael expected was to receive this month was a memento from her brother’s life.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

LPOSD pays tribute to district volunteers

SANDPOINT — One thing’s for sure: Lake Pend Oreille School District would be in rough shape without its volunteers, and school officials know it.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Longtime BGH receptionist says farewell

SANDPOINT — If you called the hospital anytime within the last 25 years, chances are you spoke with Needie Kennedy, also known as “the voice of Bonner General.”

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Sandpoint welcomes new fire chief

SANDPOINT — Ron Stocking, a career firefighter of more than 30 years, will be the new Sandpoint fire chief starting June 2.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Challengers, incumbents split party seat nods

SANDPOINT — When final results were tallied in the early hours of the morning, it was a mix of incumbents and challengers who claimed the win in unofficial results.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

LPOSD OKs school pilot program

SANDPOINT — Time-honored as books and blackboards might be, a trip to the watershed for lessons in water quality and ecology can make a far greater impact on many students.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Teens shine spotlight on slavery in America

SANDPOINT — You’re never too young to make a difference in the world, even when it comes to tackling an issue as old as slavery.

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City ponders new SFD chief

SANDPOINT — There could be a new chief in the Sandpoint Fire Department this summer following a council decision Wednesday.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Panida relaunches director search

SANDPOINT — After several months without a creative director, the Panida board is on the hunt for a new manager to guide the historic theater’s restoration.

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Bonner General unveils new name, identity

SANDPOINT — With major expansions in the works, Bonner General Hospital has a new identity — and a name to match.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Challenge win aids food bank

SANDPOINT — The Bonner Community Food Center certainly has a friend in the Sandpoint High School Interact Club.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Area gears up for Lost in the '50s fun

SANDPOINT — The roar of engines, the gleam of chrome and automotive paint, the faint whiff of exhaust: For Lesley Jelinek, Lost in the ’50s isn’t just an event — it’s more like Christmas morning.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

LPOSD reports promotions

SANDPOINT — Lake Pend Oreille School District officials chose to raise talent from within the fold with the recent promotions of Becky Meyer and Tom Albertson.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

FSPW reflects on achievements

SANDPOINT — Just like Heather Anderson, keynote speaker at the 2014 State of the Scotchmans, local conservationists have come a long way in a short time.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Local play reimagines horror classic

SANDPOINT — Much like Victor Frankenstein, writer, director and actor Jesse Tobin knows how to overcome adversity with a little creative thinking.

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Council tweaks signage code

SANDPOINT — Proposed city sign code renovations are back in the workshop following a council request for further revision.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Students test forestry skills

SANDPOINT — For the skilled woodsman, the forest isn’t just a place to hike, camp and unwind — it’s also a classroom.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

City approves BID special events

SANDPOINT — The Business Improvement District now has more options than ever when it comes to attracting people downtown.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Sandpoint seeks comments on sign code

SANDPOINT — Business owners have another chance to weigh in on the future of sign code at tonight’s council meeting.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Sandpoint reboots fire chief search

SANDPOINT — The city is going back drawing board in the search for a fire chief after four final candidates dropped out of the running.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

LPOHS, NPS team up on park project

SANDPOINT — Hickory Street Park will be looking a little brighter in the next few months following a partnership between the city, Kinnikinnick Native Plant Society and Lake Pend Oreille High School.

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Area resident seek God's blessings

SANDPOINT — Farmin Park filled with raised hands and murmured “amens” as hundreds gathered Thursday for the National Day of Prayer.

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DOL mobilizes to help CWC employees

SANDPOINT — Idaho Department of Labor officials know how hard it can be to lose a job — after all, they see it every day.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Dreams of theater company come true

SANDPOINT — The choice of name for the recently-founded Growing Dreams Productions isn’t just a mission statement — it’s a vision of the future.

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Panida Theater receives IHT grant

SANDPOINT — Next year will see another facelift for the Panida Theater thanks to a grant from the Idaho Heritage Trust.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Tribute honors Ogilvie's legacy

SANDPOINT — It’s fitting that a woman known for uniting people to a common cause should be enshrined in the records of the United States.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Forum connects former CWC workers, dreams

SANDPOINT — While Coldwater Creek’s closure changes the community forever, it also creates fresh hope for what it could become.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Art comes to life at library talk

SANDPOINT — Like any other form of communication, art has its own language — and when you learn it, it can open up entirely new worlds.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Sandpoint building gets state honors

SANDPOINT — According to state organization Preservation Idaho, the Sandpoint Business and Events Center is a stand-out combination of history and function.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Cat shooting worries neighbors

SANDPOINT — Following a second neighborhood cat shooting in less than a year, Superior Street residents are worried about their pets as well as their own safety.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

NY company buys Lead-Lok

SANDPOINT — Lead-Lok officials see greater heights and more local jobs in the future following its acquisition by New York-based company Graphic Controls.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Nonprofits join forces with state campaign

SANDPOINT — More than a dozen local nonprofits are joining forces Thursday, May 1 for Idaho Gives, a day-long campaign to galvanize statewide generosity and goodwill.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Sandpoint pursuing grant for proposed roundabout

SANDPOINT — Following clearance from council members Wednesday, city staff are pursuing a federal grant to fund improvements at Schweitzer Cutoff Road.

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City revises leak penalties

SANDPOINT — City officials agree that an accidental water leak shouldn’t break the bank for responsible homeowners.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Beer gardens get Farmin Park test

SANDPOINT — Beer and wine gardens in Farmin Park could become a useful new tool for nonprofit fundraising — if all goes well during the testing phase, that is.

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City sets sights on adding to its watershed

SANDPOINT — After several successful years managing the Little Sand Creek Watershed, the city has an this year’s plan in place for the valuable resource.

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Field design taking shape

SANDPOINT — Brick by brick, the Memorial Field restoration design is taking shape.

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Fun adds up at Math Olympiad

SANDPOINT — With team names like Algebreak You and Pi Powers, local elementary school students clearly meant business at the annual fifth- and sixth-grade Math Olympiad.

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USFS sets prescribed burns

SANDPOINT — If you saw smoke around the forests of southern Bonner County last week, don’t worry: it was all part of a U.S. Forest Service controlled burn.

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City ponders jobs stimulus plan

SANDPOINT — In the wake of Coldwater Creek’s bankruptcy, city officials are taking action bring more jobs into town.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Legislators: Session short but productive

SANDPOINT — The 2014 Idaho legislative session was short but productive, introducing a wide range of issues for debate among lawmakers.

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Litehouse buys CWC building

SANDPOINT — Litehouse Foods announced plans Monday to purchase a portion of the Coldwater Creek headquarters campus.

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Loss of Sandpoint company goes beyond financial hit

SANDPOINT — News of Coldwater Creek’s bankruptcy is a loss that goes beyond dollars and cents.

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CWC's future could be decided today

SANDPOINT — Coldwater Creek employees expect to receive news today about the company’s future, according to several inside sources.

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LPOSD cuts outweigh new expenses

SANDPOINT — Cuts outweigh additional expenses in Lake Pend Oreille School District superintendent Shawn Woodward’s early budget proposal to the school board.

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City tweaks sign code

SANDPOINT — After a bevy of new tweaks, City Council members are ready to send revised sign code changes back before the public.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

Coldwater Creek bankruptcy filing expected soon

SANDPOINT — Uncertainty is rising and stock prices are falling at Coldwater Creek as business reporters and insiders are predicting the company will soon file for bankruptcy.

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Finalists picked for SFD chief

SANDPOINT — The search for the right individual to replace Robert Tyler as Sandpoint fire chief has been narrowed down to six candidates.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

Amtrak changes train schedules

SANDPOINT — Train travelers, adjust your schedules: Amtrak will be switching up its time tables later this month.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 10 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

Sandpoint earns glowing audit

SANDPOINT — It was a diverse City Council meeting Wednesday as members received an audit report and heard requests for utility bill relief.

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City driving to get roadway test grant

SANDPOINT — The completion of the Solar Roadways parking lot could lay the foundation for a similarly tech-equipped roadway in Sandpoint.

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Future bright for DayBreak Center

SANDPOINT — Sunny times are ahead for the DayBreak Center.

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Businesses team up to make area greener

SANDPOINT — Thanks to Koch’s Recycling, a group of local businesses are banding together to make Sandpoint a little greener.

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Schweitzer celebrates a golden season

SANDPOINT — At the grand old age of 50, Schweitzer Mountain Resort has reached the point where it has nothing to prove, but it still has a few tricks up its sleeve.

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Third added to city street plan

SANDPOINT — A section of Third Avenue is now officially a part of the downtown streets design guide.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS AGO

Sandpoint Arts Alliance closes doors

SANDPOINT — After seven years of promoting community art, the Sandpoint Arts Alliance has closed its doors.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS AGO

New system helps LPOSD keep kids safe

SANDPOINT — When it comes to parents and their kids’ safety, there’s no such thing as too much information.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS AGO

Funding helps BCHA boost home ownership

SANDPOINT — Thanks to a recent acquisition of funding, Bonner Community Housing Agency is giving more people a shot at home ownership.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS AGO

SMS warns of possible case of meningitis

SANDPOINT — Sandpoint Middle School officials are advising parents to keep an eye on their kids after a teacher was hospitalized this week with possible bacterial meningitis.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS AGO

LPOW seeks contest votes

SANDPOINT — Online voting could be the key to a new Lake Pend Oreille Waterkeeper program that will recruit boaters to the cause of clean local waters.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS AGO

Eagles: Keep monument at Farmin Park

SANDPOINT — The members of Sandpoint Eagles Auxiliary decided Thursday that their preference is for the Ten Commandments monument to stay in Farmin Park.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS AGO

Sandpoint council debates monument's future

SANDPOINT — Most who attended Wednesday’s meeting want the city’s Ten Commandment’s monument to stay right where it is — at Farmin Park.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS AGO

Film sings praises of harp guitars

SANDPOINT — It’s hard to ignore a harp guitar when you first lay eyes on one.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS AGO

Group joins 'ag-gag' suit

SANDPOINT — A local vegetarian group is joining a national effort to overturn an Idaho bill prohibiting documentation of animal agriculture activities.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS AGO

Students prepare for Mexico trip

SANDPOINT — Most Sandpoint Music Conservatory students can’t speak Spanish, but their imminent trip to Mexicali, Baja California in Mexico will still keep a conversation alive.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS AGO

City: Time to move 10 Commandments

SANDPOINT — An outcry arose Wednesday following word that a Ten Commandments monument may be removed from Farmin Park today.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS AGO

Pierce Auto Center helps customers drive in style

SAGLE — When Jim Pierce started out in the car dealership business, his competition gave his career a life span of 90 days max.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS AGO

Foundation honors Orton's legacy

SANDPOINT — If there’s one thing that can be said about the life of Patrick Orton, it’s that he pursued his passions fearlessly.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS AGO

Council delays roundabout decision

SANDPOINT — Council members are holding off on determining a location for a prospective roundabout for the time being.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS AGO

Clogged drain floods NIC's BF facility

BONNERS FERRY — Melting snow added up to a tricky situation Thursday for staffers at the North Idaho College Bonners Ferry Center.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS AGO

Council passes BGH road idea

SANDPOINT — City and Bonner General Hospital officials may strike upon a mutually-beneficial relationship to improve Third Avenue.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS AGO

CFHS students launch online magazine

CLARK FORK — As the primary Clark Fork High School student publication, Fuse Magazine is very aptly named.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Albertson honored as state's top assistant principal

SANDPOINT — It’s difficult for Tom Albertson of Sandpoint High School to take credit for being named Idaho’s assistant principal of the year.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Winter storm wallops community

SANDPOINT — Make those snowmen while you can, because Bonner County is projected to get a whole lot wetter in the coming days.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Council mulls idea of new roundabout

SANDPOINT — The location of a proposed roundabout within town heads up the first Wednesday’s March council meeting.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Panida board dismisses executive director

SANDPOINT — The Panida Theater is once again without an executive director following the dismissal of Barry Bonifas.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Council backs plan to study milfoil, weevils

SANDPOINT — A resolution of support from the Sandpoint City Council could be a valuable tool in helping Lake Pend Oreille Waterkeeper achieve its goals.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Sandpoint officer receives CIT honors

SANDPOINT — For one Bonner County resident, law enforcement training in mental health was literally the difference between life and death.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Memorial Field design fine-tuned

SANDPOINT — The new Memorial Field grandstands have a design foundation following a Wednesday workshop.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Fragoso joins City Council

SANDPOINT — With the appointment of Deb Fragoso to the Sandpoint City Council, the big table is finally at max capacity.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Memorial Field planning session set

SANDPOINT — A Memorial Field planning session will open Wednesday’s City Council meeting.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Logan appoints Fragoso to council

SANDPOINT — Mayor Carrie Logan has appointed Deb Fragoso to her vacant council seat.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Summit looks at future of mobile ads

SANDPOINT — With the first Kochava Mobile Summit a success, the foundation is set for an annual event that will bring industry power-players to Sandpoint each year.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

States call for coal train EIS

SANDPOINT — Local environmental groups are celebrating decisions in Washington and Oregon calling for rigorous environmental studies on coal exports.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

SPOT finds route funding

SANDPOINT — The Selkirks-Pend Oreille Transit bus system won’t be cutting back Sandpoint service after all.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Balukoff makes run for governor's office

SANDPOINT — Fresh from announcing his state governor candidacy in early December, A.J. Balukoff kicked off a statewide listening tour with a visit to Sandpoint last week.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Clark Fork High stages career day

SANDPOINT — Clark Fork High School students got a taste of several possible futures Friday on a career day.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

City tweaks ordinances

SANDPOINT — A trio of ordinances passed this week by the City Council tweak guidelines for sidewalk demonstrations, open container laws and committee fundraising.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Rognstad named council president

SANDPOINT — Following the appointment of Carrie Logan to the office of mayor, Councilman Shelby Rognstad has stepped in to replace her as council president.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Frigid temps settle in around area

SANDPOINT — Be sure to have your winter coat, gloves and hat handy for the next few days, because cold weather in North Idaho is here to stay until next week.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

District program in running for prize

SANDPOINT — A few quick clicks from county residents could be worth $10,000 for local special needs educators.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Input sought on district priorities

SANDPOINT — Lake Pend Oreille School District officials are requesting community input to help determine school priorities.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Schools update board on goals

SANDPOINT — Hope and Washington elementary schools have similar goals and similar tools to achieve them, according to recent reports to Lake Pend Oreille School trustees.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Friends rally to rebuild sheep shelter

DOVER — Serena Carlson still remembers when Gail Curless drove almost 80 miles from Dover to the Spokane Fairgrounds to help her in a competitive riding event.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Schweitzer Mountain among world's most scenic

SANDPOINT — Between a solid snowfall the past couple days and some recent national media mentions, the end of January has been kind to Schweitzer Mountain Resort.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

District boosts school security

SANDPOINT — School security improvements have come a long way in the past couple months, according to Lake Pend Oreille School District Superintendent Shawn Woodward.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Documentary explores men's lives

SANDPOINT — It’s never an easy thing to open yourself up to another person, let alone theaters full of people — but that’s exactly what several local men are doing.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

TIPS participating in homelessness survey

SANDPOINT — Transitions In Progress Services will be participating in a national survey that will help define the state of homelessness in America.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Taxes, reform top town hall questions

SANDPOINT — Tax reform, immigration and the future of the GOP highlighted Congressman Raúl Labrador’s town hall meeting Thursday.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

MUR zoning scaled back

SANDPOINT — The City Council began work with the Planning and Zoning Commission Wednesday to scale back more controversial aspects of proposed mixed-use residential zoning.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Fire destroys Dover barn

DOVER — A Thursday morning fire destroyed a barn on the property of Dover Mayor Randy Curless as well as the death of more than a dozen sheep.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Duo seeks help to fund martial arts dream

SANDPOINT — Jesse Murdock and Caleb Starritt have a dream — and it could be taking them all the way to China.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Amtrak officials detail historic depot's restoration

SANDPOINT — With plans moving along for the Sandpoint Depot restoration, Amtrak officials say the historic structure’s future is back on track.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Tyler announces retirement

SANDPOINT — After 32 years with the Sandpoint Fire Department, Chief Robert Tyler is hanging up his turnouts.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Memorial honors Ogilvie's attitude, gratitude

SANDPOINT — Marsha Ogilvie was just a young girl when, while out on a family drive, her parents’ Lincoln ran into trouble with a sticky car horn.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Procedural error ends Youngdahl recall drive

SANDPOINT — Due to a procedural error, the recall against Lake Pend Oreille School Board Chairman Steve Youngdahl has been dropped.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

LPOSD backs field project

SANDPOINT — The Friends of Memorial Field have another essential ally in the effort to restore the venerable city park

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Logan sworn in as Sandpoint mayor

SANDPOINT — When it came time to appoint a new mayor Wednesday, there was only one name on council members’ minds: Carrie Logan.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Rec center, education top city's goals

SANDPOINT — After months of work, the Idaho Community Review report on the city is available to download.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Bonner County man dies from flu complications

SANDPOINT — Health officials are warning local residents to stay vigilant during the flu season following the death of a Bonner County man.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Sandpoint to decide on new mayor

SANDPOINT — The recently-reformed Sandpoint City Council has an essential task for its first order of business: the appointment of a new mayor.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Community gathering to honor hometown hero

SANDPOINT — The community is banding together today to honor fallen airman Capt. David Lyon as his family returns home from his funeral in Colorado.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Clydesdales bond ranch, Budweiser

SANDPOINT — For Jack Parnell of Parnell Ranch, Clydesdales aren’t just an iconic breed of horse — they’re also a connection to America’s past.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Ogilvie loses battle with lung cancer

SANDPOINT — After a long battle with lung cancer, Sandpoint Mayor Marsha Ogilvie, 64, passed away Wednesday morning surrounded by her friends and family.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Renovations ahead for the Panida

SANDPOINT — For the Panida Theater, 2014 could be the year that secures its legacy for the 21st century.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Legislators ready to get to work

SANDPOINT — Local legislators will be balancing statewide concerns with constituent issues as they move into the beginning of the legislative session.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

New council begins term

SANDPOINT — The Sandpoint City Council is ready for a year of fresh challenges and public projects as new members take their seat at the table.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

IHD restores revenue as legal challenge continues

SANDPOINT — Beyond their family celebrations, city officials unwrapped an extra Christmas present — renewed snowplow services.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Pact secures future of historic Sandpoint Depot

SANDPOINT — With the new year comes a new lease on life for the Sandpoint Train Depot.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

The Luke Commission leads in Swazi health care

SAGLE — Harry and Echo VanderWal have to take their breathers when they can.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Sign changes are ahead for Sandpoint

SANDPOINT — Big changes could be coming up in the regulations governing local business signage.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Apartments cleared for occupancy

SANDPOINT — After several delays, Milltown Apartments is set to open.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Library display honors resident's legacy

SANDPOINT — Right in time for the holidays, a charming display of nutcrackers is honoring the legacy of a beloved community member.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Recall petition gets approved

SANDPOINT — A recall drive against Lake Pend Oreille School Board Chairman Steve Youngdahl has been authorized by the county.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Sandpoint, nonprofits ink agreements

SANDPOINT — Some popular local organizations have finalized arrangements with the city in preparation for the new year.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

High bids stall Selkirk Interpretive Loop Center

SANDPOINT — Overbidding contractors have stalled the construction of the Selkirk Interpretive Loop Center.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Christmas Day dinner planned

SANDPOINT — For the folks at Bonner Gospel Mission, there’s no confusion over the reason for Christmas celebration.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

City, market ink '14 agreement

SANDPOINT — With another successful year behind them, the brains behind the Farmers Market hope to continue their success in 2014.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

City expands dog parks

SANDPOINT — Local dog-lovers now have more places than ever to spend a little quality time with man’s best friend.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Kootenai students rally to help others

SANDPOINT — Never underestimate a Kootenai Elementary student when their classmates’ well-being is on the line.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Youngdahl recall still in the works

SANDPOINT — Following a controversial proposal to arm school staff, a group of local parents is planning to proceed with a recall of trustee chairman Steve Youngdahl.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

District, city team up on Safe Routes program grant

SANDPOINT — Thanks to a nearly-six-figure grant and some collaboration between public institutions, local students will soon be safer than ever heading to school.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Council faces busy agenda

SANDPOINT — The last regularly-scheduled council meeting of the year should keep members busy before they break for the holidays.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Luna praises CFHS five-star status

CLARK FORK — Tom Luna had some high praise for Clark Fork High School teachers and students Friday.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Friends: Ebbett was dedicated to community

SANDPOINT — When it comes to making an impact on a community, Marian Louise Ebbett has few equals.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

SHS highlights achievements

SANDPOINT — Numbers show Sandpoint High School is one of the highest-performing Idaho high schools in its size category, according to school representatives.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

LPOSD ponders Memorial Field proposal

SANDPOINT — The Lake Pend Oreille School Board is expected to decide next month whether or not to approve a resolution of support for the Memorial Field restoration.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Judge rejects IHD bid to end city's lawsuit

SANDPOINT — A 1st District Court judge shot down Independent Highway District arguments to withhold revenue from the city this week.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Plan offers hope in MonoMAC fight

SANDPOINT — The next few months will be decisive for the Pollard family.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

GuestHouse Lodge celebrates hotel's new look

PONDERAY — After years of hard work, the GuestHouse Lodge is ready to show off its new look.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Parking lot improvements being eyed

SANDPOINT — City plans for the downtown parking lot have cooled off over the past several months, but a potential grant could put the project back in the spotlight.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

City explores arts center

SANDPOINT — City employees aim to expand the community’s arts-friendly reputation with preliminary plans for a unifying arts center.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Ahrens announces run for Senate

SANDPOINT — Local Republicans have a new contender for the Idaho State Senate with Danielle Ahrens’ recent declaration of candidacy.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Cold forces PAS to dip into reserves

SANDPOINT — It’s no easy task to keep the Panhandle Animal Shelter dogs and cats warm during the winter — especially one this cold.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Icy roads send drivers sliding

SANDPOINT — Local drivers would do well to take it easy on the roads with the winter season now in full swing, according to local law enforcement.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Aitken appointed to City Council

SANDPOINT — The City Council lineup for 2014 has been solidified after a pair of council actions Wednesday.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Mixed use plan sent back to drawing board

SANDPOINT — It’s back to the drawing board for the city’s mixed use residential zone proposal.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Possible Milltown Apartments opening date nears

SANDPOINT — U.S. Department of Agriculture personnel are seeing a light at the end of the tunnel following long delays in the opening of Milltown Apartments.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Aitken selected for council post

SANDPOINT — Former City Council candidate Bill Aitken may be gaining a seat on the council after all.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

SFD and EMS use mustaches to promote men's health

SANDPOINT — Local firefighters and emergency workers are changing up their look — and hopefully, it will save a few lives down the road.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

SHS hosts test program

SANDPOINT — Sandpoint High School served as a testing ground this month in the effort to improve Idaho’s dismal post-secondary education rates.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Third Avenue work nears end

SANDPOINT — Construction on Third Avenue is set to wrap up before the end of the year.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Students proof of NSE's success

SANDPOINT — As far as the Lake Pend Oreille School Board is concerned, Northside Elementary’s students are evidence enough of its success.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Walking 'The Way'

SANDPOINT — How do you walk just under 500 miles?’

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Dedicated volunteers help food bank

SANDPOINT — It wasn’t too long ago that Willow Peterson depended on the Bonner Community Food Center as a client.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Shook Twins heading home for the holidays

SANDPOINT — Katelyn and Laurie Shook have plenty to be thankful for this holiday season.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Firefighters add to turkey drive total

SANDPOINT — After a rough couple of years, locals have mobilized to make sure every Bonner County resident has a great Thanksgiving.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Solution near for Ontario road closure

DOVER — A culvert collapse on Ontario Street in Dover is making trouble for residents who rely on the road for their daily commute.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Tree gets new life for the holidays

SANDPOINT — A venerable community tree may be making an exit, but it’s certainly going out in a blaze of glory.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Street fight could slow snow removal

SANDPOINT — A short, 20-minute council meeting nevertheless contained some important city announcements.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Technology start-up turning heads

SANDPOINT — Recent award nominations and other accolades are paving the way to a bright future for Solar Roadways.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Water project nears finish

SANDPOINT — A major component in the expansion of the local water system will be complete within the next few weeks.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Mixed-use zoning tops council agenda

SANDPOINT — Sandpoint officials anticipate two city meetings — a workshop and the regular council meeting — this week.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Principal: LPOHS making strides

SANDPOINT — Lake Pend Oreille High School officials have high hopes for improved graduation rates and student performance in the coming years.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Dist. 7 legislators look ahead to session

SANDPOINT — District 7 legislators gathered at Panhandle State Bank’s community room Thursday to talk some of the big issues with their northern constituents.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Memorial Field fundraising set to kick off

SANDPOINT — Planning is heating up for the future of Memorial Field.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Week focuses attention on homelessness

SANDPOINT — The stories behind homelessness rarely fit the preconceptions.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Local schools honored for excellence

SANDPOINT — Local schools have once again been honored for excellence in education, solidifying the district’s place as one of Idaho’s highest performers.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Happy Paws helping area pets look their best

SANDPOINT — When it comes to keeping your pets looking their best, Happy Paws has you covered.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

School board ponders security options

SANDPOINT — A bevy of options are available to the Lake Pend Oreille School Board when it comes to improving school security.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Vet receives VFW award

SANDPOINT — In a few short years during World War II, Staff Sgt. Henry Bergdorf did more living than most people manage over decades.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Tributes honor vets' service, sacrifice

SANDPOINT — The sacrifice of the nation’s veterans should be on every American’s mind as they decide how to live their lives.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Schweitzer competes in Ski Town Throwdown

SANDPOINT — Let the battle of North American ski towns commence.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Study: Early education makes big difference

SANDPOINT — According to a recent national study, early education can make a big difference in a child’s life.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Community to honor veterans

SANDPOINT — This weekend and early next week are packed with opportunities to show your appreciation for local veterans.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Candidates grateful for local support

SANDPOINT — Despite a low voter turnout in many precincts, victorious candidates in Sandpoint and Ponderay are grateful for local support.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Ogilvie announces temporary leave of absence

SANDPOINT — Based on her medical treatment schedule, Mayor Marsha Ogilvie has appointed City Council President Carrie Logan to take over mayoral duties for 90 days.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

'Slow' turnout marks city elections

SANDPOINT — It was slow going for many polling places Tuesday as Bonner County residents trickled in to vote throughout the day.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Zone plan drawing mixed reviews

SANDPOINT — A rezoning proposal for several local neighborhoods could mean big changes for the way people live and work in non-commercial regions.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Sandpoint BID's new era begins

SANDPOINT — This week marked a new era for the Sandpoint Business Improvement District.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

NIC dedicates science lab

SANDPOINT — Jenny Weerheim knows how tough it can be to commute for an education.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

IDL sessions set in wake of CWC layoffs

SANDPOINT — The Idaho Department of Labor is mobilizing to help individuals laid off by Coldwater Creek Tuesday.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Downtown street talks en route

SANDPOINT — The first discussions over the future of downtown streets will hopefully take place around the end of the year, according to Idaho Transportation Department officials.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Woodward: Armed staff option is off the table

SANDPOINT — A proposal to arm select Lake Pend Oreille School District staff is effectively off the table, according to Superintendent Shawn Woodward.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Tricked-out home is a Halloween treat

SANDPOINT — It’s hard to miss the so-called Halloween House — a fact chaperones of trick-or-treat parties will soon discover.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Coldwater Creek announces employee layoffs

SANDPOINT — Like her fellow employees at Coldwater Creek, she figured layoffs were coming.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Organizers: Recall effort making headway

SANDPOINT — The recall effort of Lake Pend Oreille School Board chairman Steve Youngdahl is making headway, according to organizers.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Program just the ticket for schools

SANDPOINT — It’s unlikely anyone has recently burned through more lottery tickets for a better cause than the Idaho Lottery school scratch-off Wednesday.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

LPOHS, SOLE team up for program

SANDPOINT — Lake Pend Oreille High School and Selkirk Outdoor Leadership and Education are joining forces to bring local students more educational experiences.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

CWC analysts see both good, bad

SANDPOINT — Analysts are seeing both good and bad signs in Coldwater Creek’s financial situation.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Tamarack, Cessna solidify partnership

SANDPOINT — Local company Tamarack Aerospace has solidified a partnership with one of the biggest names in aviation: Cessna Aircraft.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Homemade touch wins Miller's Country Store plenty of fans

SANDPOINT — There’s nothing quite like the homemade touch, as fans of Miller’s County Store will tell you.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Sandpoint council candidates debate issues

SANDPOINT — One of the most diverse selections of Sandpoint City Council candidates in recent years made their case at a public forum Tuesday night.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Coldwater Creek ponders options

SANDPOINT — It’s too early to tell what Coldwater Creek’s exploration of “strategic alternatives” will mean for the community.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Panida Theater ushers in digital age

SANDPOINT — Catching a movie at the Panida will be more immersive than ever starting this weekend.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

School gun proposal prompts recall drive

SANDPOINT — Opponents of the proposal to arm school staff have launched a recall effort against Lake Pend Oreille School District trustee Steve Youngdahl.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Education, innovation anchor economy

SANDPOINT — A collaboration between education and innovative industry is the key to economic security, according to an economic summit Thursday.

BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

City examines ITD truck rules

SANDPOINT — Regulations over massive commercial truck routes led an otherwise straight-foward council meeting Wednesday.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Circles Initiative squares off against poverty

SANDPOINT — When it comes to helping residents lift themselves out of generational poverty, Idaho has a long way to go, according to local nonprofit workers.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Fair helps students make financial sense

KOOTENAI — Sandpoint High School student Bailey Tomazich probably didn’t expect she’d have to financially support a four-year-old daughter Wednesday morning.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

UI opens site to golf center

SANDPOINT — All golfers are well-acquainted with the tension that precedes a critical swing of the club.

BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

New Panida board members welcomed

SANDPOINT — With several fresh perspectives taking leadership roles at the Panida, a new era is ahead for the historic theater.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Bonner County Fair honors volunteers

SANDPOINT — As the engine that keeps the Bonner County Fair running, local volunteers often don’t get the recognition they deserve.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Shutdown slows Milltown opening

SANDPOINT — As the autumn cold sets in, dozens of affordable, efficient apartment units are standing empty — and local residents are suffering for it.

BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

P-Tech route to higher education

SANDPOINT — North Idaho will be the testing ground for a program that could connect graduating high schoolers with jobs right out of the gate.

BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Bonner General Hospital prepares to expand

SANDPOINT — Land preparations are underway for the expansion of Bonner General Hospital, a project that will add several new facilities to the local health care hub.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Education, innovation anchor economic security

SANDPOINT — A collaboration between education and innovative industry is the key to economic security, according to an economic summit Thursday.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Milltown Apts. shuttered by shutdown

SANDPOINT — As the autumn cold sets in, dozens of affordable, efficient apartment units are standing empty — and local residents are suffering for it.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Word! What an adventure

SANDPOINT — Farmin Stidwell first grade teacher Nicole Dash doesn’t have a hard time getting her students to learn their sight words — in fact, they look forward to it.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Hundreds pack LPOSD hearing on arming teachers

SANDPOINT — Supporters say arming school staff members could save innocent lives; critics contend that it could take them unintentionally.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

The Box Golf Training Center helps golfers sharpen game

SANDPOINT — All golfers are well-acquainted with the tension that precedes a critical swing of the club.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Salvation Army, Love INC team up on fundraiser

SANDPOINT — The proceeds collected in the Salvation Army’s familiar red Christmas kettles will be under new management this year.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

UI: Mixed use key to resurrecting R&E property

SANDPOINT — University of Idaho Sandpoint managers believe there’s still plenty of local value left in the 77-acre property.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Board ponders training, arming LPOSD staff

SANDPOINT — Will armed staff members make Lake Pend Oreille School District schools safer?

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Choir brings world to community

SANDPOINT — Diego Mendoza and Lucio Ahuate couldn’t have imagined what was in store for them when they first joined the Matsiko World Orphans Choir.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Shuttle service growing in popularity

SANDPOINT — It’s been a whirlwind three months for the SMS Community Shuttle.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Council faces light agenda

SANDPOINT — If the agenda is any indication, the Sandpoint City Council meeting tonight will be short and sweet.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Sandpoint company keeps the focus on natural

SANDPOINT — When it comes to dealing with the everyday necessities of life, it’s hard to find better products than those produced locally.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Pertussis cases increase in region

SANDPOINT — After sitting out several winter seasons in North Idaho, pertussis — more commonly known as whooping cough — is making a comeback.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Sandpoint lauded as family town

SANDPOINT — According to a recent study, Sandpoint is a top-notch location to set the foundation for a lifetime of family memories.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Family starting new harvest festival

KOOTENAI — The harvest used to be a centerpiece of regional life — a time to celebrate the bounties of a year’s hard work.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Drug tests pending in plane crash

SANDPOINT — Drug test results are pending in the case of a pilot who crashed at Sandpoint Airport Monday.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

SHS grad seeks answers to visa issues

SANDPOINT — For 20-year-old Jule Paul, Sandpoint is home.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Qualls resigns council, accepts city job

SANDPOINT — Aaron Qualls may be stepping down from the Sandpoint City Council, but he’ll still be seeing his fair share of City Hall.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

LPOSD schools note academic progress

SANDPOINT — The Lake Pend Oreille School District charted another good year when it comes to Idaho state rankings.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Housekeeping chores fill city's agenda

SANDPOINT — Aside from welcoming the Idaho Community Review team, the City Council spent most of its time on housekeeping issues last Wednesday.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

LPOSD explores school gun policy

SANDPOINT — Over the next few months, the Lake Pend Oreille School Board will be exploring the pros and cons of a guns-in-the-classroom policy.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Plane crash destroys airport's navigational system

SANDPOINT — A pilot accused of flying drunk crashed his airplane Monday at the Sandpoint Airport, destroying its navigation equipment.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Group nets funds to buy final trail parcel

SANDPOINT — Members of the Friends of the Pend d’Oreille Bay Trail never thought all their hard work would pay off so quickly.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

LPOSD to look at gun research

SANDPOINT — School board members plan to target the prospect of arming school staff for enhanced security at the trustee meeting tonight.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Review taps into community's goals, identity

SANDPOINT — A visit from a team of rural development experts kept local business owners and city officials busy this pst week.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Hacker withdraws from council race

SANDPOINT — City Council candidate Allen Hacker has filed to withdraw from the local election campaign, bringing the list of Sandpoint candidates on the ballot down to nine.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Quest soars with 100th plane

SANDPOINT — Only 10 years ago, the Kodiak was just a glimmer in the eyes of Quest Aircraft’s founders — now it’s a global presence.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Lt. governor tours local manufacturers

SANDPOINT — Idaho Lt. Gov. Brad Little believes Idaho could learn a lot from Sandpoint and its surrounding communities.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Ness: We need to invest in roads now

PONDERAY — Investing in Idaho roads now is a gift to future generations, Idaho Transportation Department director Brian Ness told local residents Wednesday.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

SMS principal in the running for national honor

SANDPOINT — Kim Keaton better be brushing up on his version of, “I’d like to thank the Academy.”

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Work planned for city streets

By CAMERON RASMUSSON

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Council preps for state review

SANDPOINT — With the Idaho Community Review scheduled to begin shortly, city officials are preparing to get the most out of the experience.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Area mayors: Year packed with change

SANDPOINT — It’s been a year of big changes for local cities.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Petco to open at Bonner Mall

PONDERAY — The addition of Petco at Bonner Mall early next year should open up the commercial center to a new breed of shopper.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Community pauses to remember 9/11

SANDPOINT — If one thing has become clear since Sept. 11, 2001, it’s that the country owes a debt of gratitude to volunteers and first responders everywhere.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Council races packed with candidates

SANDPOINT — It’s shaping up to be a busy year for city elections.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

City unleashes new pet ordinance

SANDPOINT — Residents who feed and shelter stray cats should be prepared to take full responsibilities, Sandpoint council members voted Wednesday.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

City sidewalk plan provokes backlash

SANDPOINT — A proposed ordinance requiring sidewalk repair or installation when a home is sold provoked a backlash Wednesday.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

BGH sky bridge gets OK

SANDPOINT — City officials gave Bonner General Hospital clearance to move forward with a proposed sky bridge to link the facility with its planned extension center.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Deadline nears for city races

SANDPOINT — Two days remain for Bonner County residents to announce their candidacy for city office.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Businesses' web presence nets Google nod

SANDPOINT — Local businesses’ online footprint was big enough this year to attract the attention of an Internet giant.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Council to focus on city sidewalks

SANDPOINT — Safe, pedestrian-friendly sidewalks will be the theme of the City Council meeting Wednesday.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Area featured in documentary

SANDPOINT — Bonner County may just find themselves on the big screens of the film festival circuit following the recent filming of documentary footage in town.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Deadline nears in council races

SANDPOINT — The deadline is near to put your hat in the ring for upcoming city council elections.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Snack Shack gets new look, expanded options

SANDPOINT — For an introduction into the working world, local youth could do worse than the City Beach Snack Shack.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Council OKs grandstands plan

SANDPOINT — With a final design now approved by council members, fundraising for the Memorial Field grandstands is set to begin in earnest.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

City vacates right of way

SANDPOINT — Following a request by Alpine Boat and Ski Shop owners, the city will vacate some public right of way to promote business expansion.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Market sale brings mixed emotions

SANDPOINT — For some participants in the Bonner County Fair 4-H animal sale, parting with their livestock is such sweet sorrow — for others, it’s a relief.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Ponderay OKs $2M budget

PONDERAY — With plenty of workshops behind them, it didn’t take long for council members to pass a $2 million budget Monday for Ponderay’s next fiscal year.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

City budget limits funding for SPOT

SANDPOINT — Council members didn’t raise funding for the Selkirks-Pend Oreille Transit system Wednesday — but that might not be the final word on the issue.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Sandpoint eyed as best small town

SANDPOINT — Once again, Rand McNally has its eyes on Sandpoint as a candidate for the most beautiful small town in America.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Sandpoint mulls budget

SANDPOINT — Finalizing the city budget is the biggest item on the city council’s plate this Wednesday.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Shortfall may prompt cuts to SPOT routes

SANDPOINT — Depending on what happens in upcoming budgeting sessions, the Selkirks-Pend Oreille Transit system may be shedding some service hours.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Shriners grill up Hoot Owl help

PONDERAY — After everything the Hoot Owl Cafe has done for the community, the Panhandle Shrine Club is happy to return the favor.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Operation Band of Brothers says 'merci'

SANDPOINT — More than 60 years later, French teacher Christelle Zuccolotto and her students haven’t forgotten the international sacrifices of the D-Day landings.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

City surveys residents' satisfaction

SANDPOINT — An online survey is available to pave the way for an intensive study of Sandpoint courtesy of the Idaho state government.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

P&Z ponders sign regulations

SANDPOINT — The balance between providing business freedom and maintaining local character is back under discussion — this time involving sign regulations.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Center's attraction is a grizzly one

SANDPOINT — The Lehman Wildlife Education Center has a new resident on display — and he took a long time in arriving.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Sandpoint OKs water main contract

SANDPOINT — The city is partnering up with The U.S. Department of Agriculture for a significant expansion of water mains this year and next year.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

LPOHS mulls grant uses

SANDPOINT — New Lake Pend Oreille High School principal Geoff Penrose has an unusual challenge as he prepares for his first academic year in the big office.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Shows, fans help Festival rock to success

SANDPOINT — A barrage of fireworks set to the strains of Beethoven brought the 31st year of the Festival at Sandpoint to a close Sunday.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Fire closes Hoot Owl

PONDERAY — Hoot Owl Cafe will be closed for a few days while owners repair damages from a Sunday kitchen fire, according to fire officials.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

City may ease alcohol ban in parks for nonprofits

SANDPOINT — Nonprofits could have more flexibility than ever when planning fundraising events in public parks if a suggested change in parks policy passes.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

City calls for study of coal train traffic impacts

SANDPOINT — According to a new resolution approved by the City Council, coal trains are a concern for all local residents.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Cyclists cross country for wounded vets

PONDERAY — Whenever retired Marine Lt. Col. John Foldberg feels he can’t bike another mile, he simply takes a glance at some dog tags.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Council OKs pay increase

SANDPOINT — Beginning next year, council members will make a little more money.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

City rejects herbicides as milfoil treatment

SANDPOINT — Strengthening a decision made last May, council members said thanks but no thanks Wednesday to state-managed herbicide treatments in recreational waters.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Ogilvie returns to mayoral duties

SANDPOINT — After a battle with lung cancer, Marsha Ogilvie is preparing to take on full-time mayoral responsibilities once again.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Survey seeks city's priorities

SANDPOINT — A few minutes of time from local residents could make their community a better place, according to Sandpoint City Planner Jeremy Grimm.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Event to soar over Sandpoint

SANDPOINT — Wings Over Sandpoint is set to show off the town in ways that might surprise even longtime residents.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Schools maintain high marks

SANDPOINT — The Lake Pend Oreille School District schools maintained their high marks in a star-ranking system adopted by the Idaho Department of Education in 2010.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Council mulls pay increase

SANDPOINT — Council members could be receiving a pay increase unless they revise a few numbers found in the preliminary budget adopted July 17.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

CCS launches gas fundraiser

SANDPOINT — There are few things more distressing and financially taxing than a cancer diagnosis.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Festival, police warn against camping in city parks

SANDPOINT — Hardcore Festival at Sandpoint fans have some early mornings ahead of them if they’re serious about getting prime locations.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

LPOHS secures $1M federal grant

SANDPOINT — Lake Pend Oreille High School teachers will have a lot more resources at their command next year thanks to the acquisition of a $1 million federal grant.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Camp joins forces with Team Autism 24/7

SANDPOINT— Local kids are well on their way to becoming kind-hearted adults if the Sandpoint West Athletic Club Summer Adventure Camp is any indication.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Celebrate Life prepares for tenth fun run

SANDPOINT — Celebrate Life has some celebrating of its own to do this year.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

LPOSD opts to join state-funded Wi-Fi program

SANDPOINT — Lake Pend Oreille School District officials have decided to participate the recently-announced state-funded wireless Internet program.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Veterans lend assistance with yard sale

SANDPOINT — That unused recliner collecting dust in your garage could be put to better use at an upcoming yard sale assisting veterans in need.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Schweitzer rings in as a top wedding destination spot

SANDPOINT — Even the Atlantic Ocean isn’t enough to halt the spread of Sandpoint’s reputation.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Board starts grappling with Common Core

SANDPOINT — With a new school year months away, the board is preparing for the adoption of new state standards.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Pfeifer steps down after 11 years on school board

SANDPOINT — After 11 years of service, Lake Pend Oreille School District trustee Vickie Pfeifer removed her name plate from the board table.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Music exchange broadens cultural boundaries

SANDPOINT — One of the greatest things about music is that it knows no bondaries.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

City adopts $28 million preliminary budget

SANDPOINT — The City Council adopted a preliminary budget of almost $28 million at its regular meeting Wednesday.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

City may renew coal train discussion

SANDPOINT — The controversial issue of allowing coal trains to pass over Lake Pend Oreiile is set to receive renewed public discussion.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

City delays vote on SPOT funds

SANDPOINT — Council members have yet to decide whether or not to give the Selkirks-Pend Oreille Transit system $28,000 more than budgeted.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

City signs off on chamber, DSBA merger

SANDPOINT — Council members gave the green light Wednesday to the merger of the Downtown Sandpoint Business Association and the Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Eby sentenced in bomb threat hoax

SANDPOINT — A Bonners Ferry woman who plead guilty to calling in a phony bomb threat was sentenced to jail time and restitution payments Tuesday morning.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

House fire blamed on cigarette butts, oil

SANDPOINT — A house fire on Alder racked up significant property damage, but it could have been much worse, according to Sandpoint fire officials.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

City mulls preliminary $23M budget

SANDPOINT — The City Council is set to examine a preliminary budget of almost $28 million at its upcoming regular meeting.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

SPOT seeks funding help

SANDPOINT — After a year of consistent growth, Selkirks-Pend Oreille Transit officials are seeking help to keep the system rolling.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Waterkeeper begins seasonal water quality program

SANDPOINT — Local residents love their lake, and now they can take a more active role in protecting it than ever before.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Inattentive driving led to accident

SANDPOINT — A car accident along Colburn Culver Road Wednesday night left a few people wet but otherwise uninjured.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Dutson-Sater selected as new county clerk

SANDPOINT — Ann Dutson-Sater has been selected as Bonner County clerk, replacing Marie Scott.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Sustainability committee OK'd

SANDPOINT — City staff are in the process of organizing a sustainability committee to bring increased environmental and financial security to local resources.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Jacey's Race offers youths, families a welcome boost

SANDPOINT — For the four young beneficiaries of this year’s Jacey’s Race, the event means a lot more than a chance for a fun Sunday.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Sandpoint seeks help to purchase beach equipment

SANDPOINT — City Beach will be looking better than ever this year thanks to cleaning equipment purchased with the help of private donations.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Sandpoint teacher fends off wolf on Point to Bay ride

SANDPOINT — Mac Hollan knew there would be challenges during his 2,750-mile bike trip to Alaska, but nothing could have prepared him for last weekend.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Lost toddler found safe

SAGLE — A frightening morning for one local family had a happy ending after a toddler went missing in the woods Tuesday.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Service animal confusion causes conflicts

SANDPOINT — Confusion over the privileges of service animals is causing conflicts between business owners and people with disabilities.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Changes boost bicyclists' travel

SANDPOINT — Bicyclists should have an easier time getting around town with some changes to local roadways, according to public officials.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Annual concert looks to rock out cancer

SANDPOINT — Another year brings another chance to hit cancer with a knockout blow, and local organizations are once again banding together to help the fight.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Local group honors Idaho POW

SANDPOINT — Monday marked a sober reflection on the reality that there is still an American solider held overseas and far away from home.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

'Harvey's Place' captures community

SANDPOINT — How do you capture an entire community in a feature-length film?

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Girl Scouts earn honors

SANDPOINT — If the mission of every Girl Scout is to be a positive community force, then a few local participants have done their charter proud.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Chamber, DSBA merger aids efficiency

SANDPOINT — The merger of the Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce and the Downtown Sandpoint Business Association should increase efficiency for everyone, according to the organizations’ officials.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Film festival gets bigger, even better

SANDPOINT — The Sandpoint Film Festival has become bigger and better each year, and by all appearances, that isn’t going to change in 2013.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Creations announces expansion, fundraiser

SANDPOINT — There’s a lot more art in store for Creations.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Shuttle service starts Monday

SANDPOINT — The SMS Community Shuttle launched services Monday morning, bringing new connectivity to Sandpoint, Priest River, Newport and Spokane.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

The power of playtime

PONDERAY — Everyone needs to make a little time for play in their lives — even dogs.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Bowers retiring as Panida artistic director

SANDPOINT — After 26 years of leading the Panida Theater, Karen Bowers is retiring in September.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Jacey's Race set for biggest event yet

SANDPOINT — Another year brings another chance to raise money and awareness for families affected by illness, and the folks at Jacey’s Race are up to the task.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

BCHRTF unveils grants program

SANDPOINT — The Bonner County Human Rights Task Force will unveil the details of its new grants program at its Tuesday board meeting.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Classes mulled for nonprofits

SANDPOINT — Local nonprofit associates are in agreement — they would participate in management classes if they take place locally.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

ITD reallocates Curve funding

SANDPOINT — The U.S. 2 Curve is officially dead — at least for the foreseeable future.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

ITD takes up Curve vote

SANDPOINT — The Idaho Transportation Board is expected to officially put the brakes on the U.S. 2 Curve at a meeting today.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Risch honors Quest Aircraft

SANDPOINT — According to Sen. Jim Risch, Quest Aircraft has something to teach all small businesses across the nation.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Reuter: Cities have right to decide issue

SANDPOINT — City officials need the authority to protect their residents as they see fit, according to former Sandpoint councilman John Reuter.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Charter school honors grads

SANDPOINT — As Forrest M. Bird Charter School graduates received their diplomas Saturday afternoon, they walked past the words, “Don’t tell me the sky is the limit when there are footsteps on the moon.”

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Musician bikes year-long tour

SANDPOINT — If it weren’t for a chance encounter, Joel Shupack might have skipped Sandpoint altogether.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Airport shuttle service starting

SANDPOINT — The world is closer than ever with the imminent opening of a new shuttle service to the Spokane airport.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Trail steps ahead with $650K in grants

SANDPOINT — An influx of grant funds — totalling more than $650,000 — brings the Pend d’Oreille Bay Trail even closer to reality.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Duo: Authenticity key to reaching youth

SANDPOINT — Louis Perez and Fabian Debora know a thing or two about helping at-risk kids.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Bagby says farewell to life in education

SANDPOINT — For the first time in 44 years, Anne Bagby is hoping her life won’t be ruled by her calendar.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

CFHS grads move forward into future

CLARK FORK — As is tradition, Clark Fork High School graduation night packed years of small town life into a single evening.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

MillTown complex expands city's housing options

SANDPOINT — Starting in August, local affordable housing options are set to expand dramatically.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

The Hive creating a buzz as downtown Sandpoint hotspot

SANDPOINT — As you might expect, new downtown business The Hive is creating quite a buzz.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

LPOHS celebrates fun-filled graduation

SANDPOINT — Lake Pend Oreille High School graduation always feels more like a family gathering than a ceremony.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Council vote puts brakes on Curve project

SANDPOINT — A council decision Monday evening has effectively put the brakes on the U.S. 2 Curve project.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Nonprofit forms to fight autism

SANDPOINT — After a successful fundraising drive and a cross-country bike race in 2011, Team Autism 24/7 is here to stay.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Sandpoint revises parks policy

SANDPOINT — In the interest of protecting community peace and quiet, events held in public parks will follow some new classification procedures.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

LPOHS hosts paranormal investigation

SANDPOINT — Is it possible that Lake Pend Oreille High School is housing more than students?

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

City, ITD ponder 'no-construction' Curve alternative

SANDPOINT — The future of transportation in town could rest on a Monday council meeting.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Vacation rental plan approved

SANDPOINT — The city has a new system to keep tourism home rentals on the right side of the law.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Timber sale set for watershed

SANDPOINT — The Little Sand Creek Watershed is set to receive a welcome grooming later this year.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Creating awareness

SANDPOINT — A rare genetic disorder has Sandpoint Junior Academy students hitting the road at the end of the month.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Ponderay receives $75,000 IDPR grant

PONDERAY — Ponderay officials are confident that a new $75,000 grant will bring the third Pend d’Oreille Bay Trail parcel within reach.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Youngdahl wins re-election

SANDPOINT — Steve Youngdahl won re-election to the Lake Pend Oreille School Board, defeating Peter Kriz 167-42.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Man charged with reckless driving

SANDPOINT — Two vehicle collisions on back-to-back days resulted in the arrest of a Heron, Mont., man for reckless driving.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Crashes snarl bridge traffic

SANDPOINT — Cars backed up well into the downtown core after series of crashes on the Long Bridge slowed traffic Monday afternoon.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

KRFY readies for annual fund drive

SANDPOINT — There was a time when the outlook didn’t look nearly so shiny for Panhandle community radio station 88.5 KRFY.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

TransluSense targets tactical applications

SANDPOINT — If you were asked to think of the perfect firearm accessory, an iPhone probably wouldn’t top the list.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Charter school student earns NIC degree

SANDPOINT — As far as graduating high school students are concerned, Matisse Lovett has a major head start.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Time running out on Curve options

SANDPOINT — Time is running short for the city and ITD officials to reach a consensus on the U.S. 2 Curve project.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Sandpoint feline survives shooting

SANDPOINT — Riley, a cat owned by local couple Gregory and Natalie Larson, used up one of his nine lives Monday night.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Lottery fever strikes region

SANDPOINT — Lottery fever has struck North Idaho once again.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Benefit baby shower seeks to help family

SANDPOINT — Beckham Williams has had a rough go in his first few months of life.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

'Guys and Dolls' wows on stage

SANDPOINT — Energetic, rollicking, bombastic, enthralling: it’s easy to bust out the adjectives for the classic musical “Guys and Dolls.”

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Photographer's work picked for biennale

SANDPOINT — It’s no easy task to capture a theme as broad as the influence of weather on mankind in a single piece of artwork.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

POAC seeks help to get beyond economic downturn

SANDPOINT — Pend Oreille Arts Council officials are looking to the community to get past some lean years.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Highway 95 work continues

PONDERAY — Drivers, bikers and pedestrians should keep an eye out for road closures in the coming weeks as work on the U.S. 95 expansion continues.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

City ponders system of bike trails

SANDPOINT — If a proposed system of bicycle trails comes to be, city officials hope visitors and residents will be inspired to “explore Sandpoint.”

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

City revises parking rules

SANDPOINT — Complaints over parallel parking spots in downtown Sandpoint have prompted city officials to make changes.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

La Chic Boutique offers modern take on clothes

SANDPOINT — As far as Justine Murray and Michele Verzier are concerned, business is simply better together.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Work could boost river's health

SANDPOINT — Recent improvements to the Cabinet Gorge and Noxon Rapids dams are expected to result in a healthier Clark Fork River.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Sandpoint, ITD officials talk 'Curve' compromise

SANDPOINT — City and Idaho Transportation Department officials are working together to reach an agreement on the U.S. 2 Curve project before a June deadline.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

County's high schools claim national honors

SANDPOINT — It was local high schools’ turn to bring home an excellent report card this week, courtesy of the U.S. News and World Report.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Talks continue on 'Curve'

SANDPOINT — Time is a factor in reaching a compromise for the U.S. 2 Curve design.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

City: Transition to Diamond is steady process

SANDPOINT — The transition to parking enforcement by Diamond Parking has been a steady, if occasionally contentious, process, according to city department heads.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Choir wins big in California

SANDPOINT — Jasmin Foley, Danielle Capelli and the rest of the Sandpoint High School Chamber Choir had something to prove when they performed in San Diego, Calif., on Saturday.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Senior center working to boost revenue

SANDPOINT — The Sandpoint Senior Center’s budget has seen better days.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

LPOSD ponders all-day kindergarten

SANDPOINT — School district officials hope that by helping kids start learning earlier, the entire district will benefit for years to come.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Team Laughing Dog races to help curb autism

SANDPOINT — Local efforts helps families affected by autism are about to get a significant financial boost.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Amphibious plane speeds into town

SANDPOINT — It’s unlikely you’ve ever seen a plane quite like the one Dean Rickerson flew into Sandpoint Monday morning.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

ITD, city differ on Curve construction options

SANDPOINT — Clear differences in priorities between city officials and U.S. 2 Curve planners slowed discussion over a construction project Thursday.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

LPOSD mulls budget cuts

SANDPOINT — There were no easy choices in a series of cuts district superintendent Shawn Woodward recommended to the school board Wednesday afternoon.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

SMS principal named Idaho's best

SANDPOINT — For Sandpoint Middle School principal Kim Keaton, being named the middle school principal of the year is an endorsement of his entire staff.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Curve, contracts occupy city's attention

SANDPOINT — Emergency response contracts, insurance policies and the U.S. 2 Curve project will occupy city officials’ attentions this week.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Hope runner recounts bombing

SANDPOINT — Wracked by exhaustion after completing the Boston Marathon, Mike Ehredt’s first reaction was confusion when he heard an explosion blast through the streets.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Car crashes into Di Luna's Sunday

SANDPOINT — Sunday diners at Di Luna’s Cafe had an abrupt surprise when their lunch was interrupted by a car crashing through the front window.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Pend d'Oreille Bay Trail treks forward

SANDPOINT — While the Friends of the Pend d’Oreille Bay Trail is making progress, there’s still plenty of work ahead.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Earth Day events set

SANDPOINT — It’s never too early to show the earth a little appreciation.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Local winery, brewery plan expansions

SANDPOINT — Local beer and wine enthusiasts will have plenty to celebrate this year with both Pend d’Oreille Winery and MickDuff’s Brewing announcing expansion plans.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

NIC surpasses goal to fund local science lab

SANDPOINT — In just a few short months, locals will be able to earn an associate’s degree without ever setting foot outside town.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Area resident works on film

SANDPOINT — Perhaps more than anything else, horror and thriller movies depend on sound design to be effective.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

SURA looks to help airport, aviation industries soar

SANDPOINT — The Sandpoint Urban Renewal Agency wants to help the Sandpoint Airport and its associated industries soar.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Students give animal shelter dogs a helping paw

SANDPOINT — Dogs at Panhandle Animal Shelter have a new ally in their efforts to find a home.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

Youth rides to aid of Survivors Rescue

SANDPOINT — Birthdays usually mean getting presents — not giving them.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

LPOSD evaluating safety protocols

SANDPOINT — School halls are set to be a little safer with both immediate improvements and planned upgrades to facilities and technology in place.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

CARE barbecue unites community

SANDPOINT — There’s no better way to bring people together than a delicious meal.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

Local UI campus packed with activity

SANDPOINT — It’s looking to be a sunny summer for those invested in the University of Idaho’s local property.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

Tourism key part of state's economy

SANDPOINT — As time goes on, tourism will only become more important to the state’s economy, according to speakers at an economic summit Thursday.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

School board candidates announced

SANDPOINT — Unless someone files as write-in candidate today, there will only be one contested seat in the upcoming school board elections.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

City welcomes new prosecutor

SANDPOINT — Council members logged one of the shortest council meetings in recent memory Wednesday, taking only six minutes to pass the consent calendar.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 11 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

Exercise Institute helps clients chart success

SANDPOINT — The Exercise Institute is all about bringing people the fitness they need in the form that best fits into their lives.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS AGO

CFHS grad soaring on movie sets

SANDPOINT — Locals heading out to see the latest Superman flick or Stephenie Meyer adaptation might be surprised to see a familiar name in the credits.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS AGO

Elks dish up help for others with fish fry

SANDPOINT — The Sandpoint Elks Lodge filled bellies and bank accounts Friday evening with their annual fish fry on Friday.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS AGO

SFD updates regulations

SANDPOINT — The Sandpoint Fire Department’s code of rules and regulations has been revised and updated for the first time in years.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS AGO

Firefighters claim 16th at climb

SANDPOINT — When it comes to scaling skyscrapers, local firefighters are at the top of the game.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS AGO

Police issue scam warning

SANDPOINT — Some people will stop at nothing to steal hard-earned money, even if it means manufacturing a family crisis in the process.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS AGO

GOP leader: Nation should follow ID values

SANDPOINT — Local Republicans had the opportunity for celebration and soul-searching in equal measure at the annual Lincoln Day dinner Friday night.

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Event helps CFHS students 'Kick Butts'

SANDPOINT — Everyone knows that it’s better to show than tell.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS AGO

PAS receives 'purr'-fect gift

SANDPOINT — Many happy afternoons are ahead for Panhandle Animal Shelter cats courtesy of some industrious local students.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS AGO

City creates sustainability committee

SANDPOINT — City officials are seeking to bring increased financial and environmental security with the help of a new sustainability committee.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS AGO

City mulls vacation rental plan

SANDPOINT — City officials hope a proposed registration system for vacation rentals will limit municipal liability and increase revenue.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS AGO

Local couple rescues trapped Husky

SANDPOINT — Tehya, a small, 10-year-old Husky, could have faced a miserable weekend trapped in a rocky crevice if not for some timely assistance from a local couple.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS AGO

Sandpoint discourages water, sewer service deals

SANDPOINT — City officials want to ensure their position is clear when it comes to negotiating water and sewer service deals.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS AGO

City: Curve must be pedestrian friendly

SANDPOINT — City officials want to see more pedestrian considerations as they put together the U.S. 2 Curve.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS AGO

DSBA mulls busy year

SANDPOINT — From support for an ice skating rink to a partnership with North Idaho College, the Downtown Sandpoint Business Association has a busy year ahead.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS AGO

Students host film to aid veterans

SANDPOINT — Honoring veterans doesn’t have to be difficult — in fact, this April, it’s as easy as going to the movies.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS AGO

Voters approve LPOSD supplemental levy

SANDPOINT — Voters passed the Lake Pend Oreille School District levy Tuesday with a vote of 2,626 yays against 1,876 nays.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS AGO

Theaters adding digital projectors

SANDPOINT — Digital films may have opened up new possibilities in the movies, but as always, new technology comes at a price.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS AGO

City readies for timber harvest

SANDPOINT — After an unexpectedly successful year of timber harvests in the Little Sand Creek Watershed, city officials are aiming to repeat their good fortune.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS AGO

Local doctor presents plan for health care

SANDPOINT — The proposed state health care exchange or federal management aren’t Idaho’s only options, according to longtime medical professional Loel Fenwick.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS AGO

Funds sought for NIC science lab in Sandpoint

SANDPOINT — A science lab could be the key to unlocking higher education in Bonner County.

BONNERS FERRY HERALD | UPDATED 12 YEARS AGO

SHS welcomes human rights organization

SANDPOINT — The Bonner County Human Rights Task Force recently gained some valuable — and young — allies.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS AGO

Bonner General seeks OK for aerial bridge

SANDPOINT — Bonner General Hospital and its planned medical office expansion could be united by a bridge in the sky.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS AGO

NIC launches drive to fund science lab

SANDPOINT — A science lab could be the key to unlocking higher education in Bonner County.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS AGO

Community schools receive Kahn Academy grants

SANDPOINT — Several Lake Pend Oreille School District schools are receiving a much-needed economic boost thanks to the Kahn Academy.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

School celebrates Dr. Seuss, legacy

SANDPOINT — If there is one constant in life, it’s that Dr. Seuss transcends age.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Officials chart airport vision

SANDPOINT — After a rough patch in the 2000s, aviation authorities are gunning to make the airport a centerpiece of commerce in the coming years.

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'Curve' forum attracts hundreds

SANDPOINT — Dub’s was on the minds of many of the 300 people who visited Thursday’s Curve design public forum.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Dub's fans rally over possible 'Curve' impact

SANDPOINT — Idaho Transportation Department personnel may have local student Beth Lewis to thank for much of the Curve meeting attendance this afternoon.

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City OKs plan to pay bond early

SANDPOINT — The city is paying off debt now to save money in the future.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Teen charged in toy gun incident

SANDPOINT — A 17-year-old male was arrested Tuesday afternoon on felony charges after shooting an Airsoft gun at a city worker.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Marohn: Let's rethink town planning

SANDPOINT — It’s time to rethink the way we develop small towns, according to self-described “recovering engineer” Charles Marohn.

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ITD seeks input on U.S. 2 curve designs

SANDPOINT — Local residents have a chance to weigh in on an upcoming project that will permanently change the face of the town.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

City to seek Safe Routes to School grant

SANDPOINT — Local students could be enjoying a safer trip to school each morning with the help of a new grant.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

City endorses depot deal

SANDPOINT — The city has officially endorsed an agreement that could put the historic Sandpoint train depot back in business.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

City turns down SVWSD request

SANDPOINT — Sandpoint council members told Sagle representatives they will have to look elsewhere for water treatment services Wednesday night.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

LPOSD: Permanent levy rumors untrue

SANDPOINT — Despite rumors to the contrary, the Lake Pend Oreille School District’s proposed supplemental levy won’t become permanent if it passes its March 12 vote.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

CFHS students mix it up at anti-bullying event

CLARK FORK — When it comes to clamping down on school bullying, Clark Fork High School seniors are mixing it up.

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City welcomes Nelson officials

SANDPOINT — Local officials enjoyed a little family bonding time last week when of John Dooley, the mayor of sister city Nelson, British Columbia, paid a visit.

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'Cirque' debut is a Winter Carnival hit

SANDPOINT — A dizzying display of acrobatics and flexibility wowed the crowds Friday night as the Sandpoint Winter Carnival kicked off.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

SHS students launch club to honor local veterans

SANDPOINT — When veterans are able to see the national honors dedicated to them, they’ll understand their true level of appreciation.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

CrossFit Sandpoint brings worldwide program to community

SANDPOINT — At the new CrossFit Sandpoint, you aren’t just connected to a local community — there’s a whole world of participants out there.

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'Guys and Dolls' striking a sweet note

SANDPOINT — There’s no business like show business, as Sandpoint High School students are quickly learning.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Former grad inspires LPOHS students

SANDPOINT — With the proper motivation, anyone can turn their life around.

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Firefighters set sights on stair climb

SANDPOINT — Next month, local firefighters will test the limits of their own endurance for the fourth year in a row.

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Officials call for revenue replacement

SANDPOINT — The personal property tax may not be popular, but it’s still an important revenue stream, according to city, state and public service officials.

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Past could be a future draw for Sandpoint

SANDPOINT — In the future, it may be the past that brings tourists to downtown Sandpoint.

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USPS: Saturday deliveries cancelled

SANDPOINT — Don’t go looking for any letters from grandma on weekends if the U.S. Postal Service moves forward on plans to nix Saturday delivery services.

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LPOSD, BCSO working together on school safety

SANDPOINT — Solid teamwork between the school district and law enforcement can make all the difference when an emergency arises.

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Legislators, LPOSD talk finances, schools

SANDPOINT — Only time will tell what Lake Pend Oreille School District’s financial reality is.

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Carpet One welcomes aboard new employees

PONDERAY — Carpet One administrators have hired new individuals and promoted others to meet positive business projections for this year head-on.

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City: Some businesses mistakenly charge local option tax

SANDPOINT — The local option tax may have failed to pass last November, but that’s reportedly not stopping some local businesses.

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Liquor store opens up in new location

PONDERAY — State liquor authorities hope to see better financial returns after moving a local liquor store.

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Vacation rental rules may change

SANDPOINT — In an effort to clamp down on illegal housing operations, city officials are seeking a smarter way to handle vacation rentals.

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Evans Bros. nets honors

SANDPOINT — The number of local businesses earning national-scale honors keeps growing.

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NIC, LCSC eye 4-year program

SANDPOINT — It’s only a matter of time until a full college education is available locally.

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Man's kindness, character spark regional award

SANDPOINT — Everyone who knows Shane Parson also knows the spark of his personality — and now, so does Walmart’s regional management.

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LPOSD begins levy programs

SANDPOINT — Lake Pend Oreille School District Superintendent Shawn Woodward has been honing his levy presentations over the past few weeks.

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Run extended for street performers

SANDPOINT — Jugglers, musicians and other street performers are free to show off for another six months — as long as it’s OK with the neighbors.

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Flu yet to hit region hard

SANDPOINT — While many parts of the nation are being ravaged by a particularly nasty flu season, the Panhandle is still in good shape.

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Bus system drives forward

SANDPOINT — A pair of planned bus routes won’t bring cities like Boise and Spokane any closer, but they’ll certainly be a lot more accessible.

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Area company wins big in Vegas

SANDPOINT — Local tech company TransluSense proved it could go toe-to-toe with the big boys at this week’s 2013 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.

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Police forum attracts big crowd, ideas

SANDPOINT — If residents attending Wednesday’s forum had their way, there would be nothing interim about Corey Coon’s status as police chief.

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Family grateful for support after fire destroys home

SANDPOINT — A local family is blown away the support they’ve received since losing their home in a November fire.

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Arts forum kicking off

SANDPOINT — Local artists are aiming to capture the creative spark that generates when similar minds meet.

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IMCB shares to trade on NASDAQ

SANDPOINT — Intermountain Community Bancorp shares are set to be traded on one of the world’s largest markets.

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TransluSense wins big at CES

SANDPOINT — Local tech company TransluSense proved it could go toe-to-toe with the big boys at this week’s 2013 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.

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Community invited to talk with Coon

SANDPOINT — A sparse City Council agenda will be augmented Wednesday with an informal meet-and-greet introducing the public to interim police chief Corey Coon.

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Future bright for trio at Berta's Boutique and Salon

SANDPOINT — The new year is looking bright for three stylists and cosmetic technicians at Berta’s Boutique and Salon.

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Easement deal protects trails

SANDPOINT — Bicyclists and hikers will be able to enjoy the popular Sherwood Forest trails for a long time to come thanks to a new conservation easement.

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LPOSD examines school safety

KOOTENAI — No sensible option is off the table when it comes to safety in Lake Pend Oreille School District.

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Keough: Local option tax idea intriguing

SANDPOINT — Local authorities could someday have a larger hand in paying the bills based on a vision outlined Monday by Gov. C.L. “Butch” Otter.

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Leaders look at class safety

SANDPOINT — School officials and political activists on both the state and local level are taking a closer look at school safety in the wake of the Sandy Hook Elementary School tragedy.

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Benefit aids ill trooper

SANDPOINT — The community is rallying to assist an Idaho State Police officer battling against a deadly disease.

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Lego engineers advance to state

SANDPOINT — A few select Lego engineers from Bonner County will be hitting up the University of Idaho in Moscow this month to compete on the state level.

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Parking fees to increase for first time in a decade

SANDPOINT — For the first time in more than 10 years, parking fees are set to increase.

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Snow plan clears roads

SANDPOINT — The snow won’t be going anywhere for a while this year, so city staff are making sure residents and business owners understand the ins and outs of snow removal.

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City urges due diligence on pipe insurance

SANDPOINT — City staff members are cautioning water and sewer customers to perform due diligence with insurance mailings that have recently dispersed.

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BCHA accepting home loan applications

SANDPOINT — Everyone deserves a shot at the American dream, no matter where they currently are in life.

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'Cash for Ash' aims to help student in cancer fight

SANDPOINT — Ashley Halliday is moving steadily into her adult life, but she’s hit a serious speed bump in the road.

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Woman dies after being struck by train

SANDPOINT — An Alabama woman died early Thursday morning after she was struck by a southbound train.

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City debates former inn site's status

SANDPOINT — The status of a property acquired during byway negotiations is currently under discussion among city staff and officials.

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City: Group can camp at beach

SANDPOINT — The City Council has cleared the way for a large group of bike riders to camp at City Beach this summer.

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Nelson wins 'Ski Town' title

SANDPOINT — A minor sibling rivalry ended Monday with the sister to the north taking the victory.

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Council mulls city surveys

SANDPOINT — The City Council is investigating means to gauge public opinion on police service and other departments using surveys early next year.

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City, Diamond ink parking contract

SANDPOINT — Parking enforcement will return in early January following council members’ approval of a contract with Diamond Parking Wednesday night.

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SPOT records ridership record

SANDPOINT — The Selkirks-Pend Oreille Transit bus system sped past another benchmark this month.

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Police seeking robbery suspect

OLDTOWN — Law enforcement authorities are pursuing a woman who attempted to hold up a convenience store last Tuesday.

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County's GOP calls for arming school staff

SANDPOINT — When it comes to school safety, local Republicans are endorsing the idea that a gun in the right hands can save lives.

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Centenarian, family celebrate birthday

SANDPOINT — Hearthstone Village Assisted Living has another centenarian among its residents.

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Business fee change OK'd

SANDPOINT — A new business licensing structure approved by the City Council this month will allow more flexibility for short-term businesses.

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LPOSD OKs $7.8M levy proposal

SANDPOINT — The Lake Pend Oreille School Board didn’t need much time to approve a $7.8-million-a-year levy that will be presented to voters in March.

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Bone marrow drive Saturday

SANDPOINT — In some cases, saving a person’s life can start with an action as simple as a cheek swab.

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Anti-discrimination measure inspires other Idaho cities

SANDPOINT — Even the smallest town can provide an example for the rest of the state.

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DMV celebrates new home in Bonner Mall

PONDERAY — After years of preparation, the DMV has a new home, and everyone involved couldn’t be happier.

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DYW searching for chairperson

SANDPOINT — A long-standing local program is in danger of shutting down if its board is unable to find a new chairperson.

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Blackfoot acquisition delays network

SANDPOINT — Local governments will need to wait a little longer before they can make decisions on a proposed public-private fiber optic network.

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Sandpoint council ponders cat ordinance

SANDPOINT — City officials are seeking a direction for the management of overcrowded pets.

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Downtown street concepts OK'd

SANDPOINT — The downtown core now has a blueprint for the future.

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City OKs extension of streetscape work

SANDPOINT — Bonner County officials have until the end of next year to get started on agreed-upon improvements as part of a deal with the city.

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Lego league makes return

SANDPOINT — A host of Lego-slinging engineers will descend upon local schools this weekend.

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LPOSD ponders $7.88M levy

SANDPOINT — The Lake Pend Oreille School Board will soon have an levy proposal on the books.

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Councils mull fiber optic networks

SANDPOINT — Agreements on a proposed fiber optic network will have the Sandpoint and Ponderay city councils meeting in joint session Wednesday.

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Alternative school sidestepped by bonus program

SANDPOINT — While most local teachers are receiving bonuses as one of the last vestiges of the Students Come First reforms, that’s not the case at the alternative high school.

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Charter school boosts scores

SANDPOINT — The Forrest Bird Charter School is moving into the holidays after charting some improved standardized test scores in 2012.

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Downtown street plan nears completion

SANDPOINT — The city is only a week away from having an official downtown streets plan on the books.

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Roundabout is the talk of road hearing

SANDPOINT — Planners behind upcoming improvements at Schweitzer Cutoff Road are preparing to move forward as a public comment period draws to a close.

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Board weighs levy options

SANDPOINT — School officials are planning the district’s financial future despite a world of fiscal ambiguity .

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Generator adds up to big savings

SANDPOINT — A recently-installed generator at the waste treatment facility is saving the city a tidy sum on utility bills — and it didn’t cost a dime.

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Hearing explores road construction options

SANDPOINT — The community has a chance to weigh in today on the future of Schweitzer Cutoff Road at a public hearing regarding proposed improvements .

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Grant funds LPOHS music program

SANDPOINT — As valuable an experience as music education can be, it’s often the first to go by the wayside when funding is tight.

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Mustache movement fights cancer

SANDPOINT — There’s no cause for alarm if the local firefighters all look a little different these days.

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2nd Wind helps clients get RIPPED

SANDPOINT — Local fitness trainers are giving residents a free taste of a new program designed to burn calories in no time at all.

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Lice outbreak is reported

SANDPOINT — Parents will likely want to keep a close eye on their kids’ scalps in the coming weeks.

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'Greenway' concept OK'd

SANDPOINT — It won’t be financially feasible for a while, but the city now has a plan for Main Street renovations.

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Teacher brings animation classes to region

SANDPOINT — For an animator, the moment when all the drawings are complete and the characters come to life is a magical one.

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Pair survive carbon monoxide scare

SANDPOINT — A matter of minutes may have saved the life of Lake Pend Oreille school board member Mindy Cameron and her husband Bill Berg this week.

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Group hopes rec center catches SPARC

SANDPOINT — Local community activists see a world of possibilities ahead for the construction of a new recreation center.

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Bash For Cash benefits charity

SANDPOINT — The Ironhorse Riders Motorcycle Club is set to fund raise like no one else can with this year’s Bash For Cash.

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Area teachers to receive bonus money

SANDPOINT — Even though Idaho Superintendent Tom Luna’s education reform package was repealed in last week’s general election, local teachers will still be seeing the money in some capacity.

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Cities work to tighten sisterly bonds

SANDPOINT — There’s a friendly place north of the border for local residents.

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Bezon fetes a century of adventure

SANDPOINT — One hundred years of living certainly hasn’t taken its toll on Helen Bezon.

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Taking time to remember the sacrifices

SANDPOINT — Most people hope they never have the kind of experiences Sgt. John Fitzgerald has had — and he’s had more than he cares to remember.

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Week focuses awareness on homelessness

SANDPOINT — November is often seen as a month to be thankful for what you have, but it’s also important to remember those who aren’t as lucky.

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Resolution sought on infrastructure

SANDPOINT — City officials are working to ensure they get all the agreed-upon improvements from the county in connection with the sheriff’s office and new juvenile detention facility.

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Voters reject local option tax, ed reform

SANDPOINT — Bonner county voters struck down a proposed sales tax in addition to statewide balloted issues this Tuesday evening on Election Day.

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GOP winning new District 7 seats

SANDPOINT — Republicans in District 7 were well on their way to victory by press time on the evening of the election.

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Big turnout by county voters

SANDPOINT — Bonner County polling personnel stayed busy all day Tuesday as residents turned out to vote.

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County voters head to the polls

SANDPOINT — Today is a big day for citizens across the country — make sure you’re ready for it.

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Prez named top counselor

CLARK FORK — Tom Prez doesn’t much like to be in the spotlight, but his colleagues are putting him there anyway.

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SF, magazine set film school

SANDPOINT — A new Sandpoint Forward initiative promises to put even more outside eyes on the charms of the Panhandle region.

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NIC unveils new Sandpoint digs

SANDPOINT — The future is looking bright for regional educational opportunities with the official dedication of the local North Idaho College campus.

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History buffs tour community

SANDPOINT — History enthusiasts of all stripes visited town Wednesday morning for an examination of the downtown’s greatest historic buildings.

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Washington students vote for president

SANDPOINT — Local elementary school students could have a hand in predicting the winner of this year’s presidential election.

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Luna stumps for education reform

SANDPOINT — Community Hall filled up fast Tuesday night to check out Idaho Superintendent Tom Luna’s presentation on Idaho education reform laws up for voter approval.

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Anti-bullying campaign launched

SANDPOINT — A little dignity and respect goes a long way in creating a school district that helps every one of its students.

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Food bank works to help the hungry

SANDPOINT — As winter approaches, Bonner Community Food Center officials are busier than ever providing food for hungry bellies.

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Boardwalk opens door to Sandpoint's downtown

SANDPOINT — There’s a new doorway to the downtown core, but don’t expect to use a car or bike to access it.

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Students dish out feast

SANDPOINT — Lake Pend Oreille High School seniors spent their entire day slaving over a hot stove Thursday for the benefit of the community.

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SMS receives top state ranking

SANDPOINT — The new statewide school rating system is giving local educators more reason to feel proud.

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Schools earn money in lottery game

PONDERAY — Good-natured teachers turned into ticket-scratching machines Wednesday night in an effort to bring in cash for their school.

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Unpredictable winter ahead

SANDPOINT — The upcoming winter season is shaping up to be an unpredictable one.

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Council delays Main's 'Greenway' decision

SANDPOINT — City Council members are going to wait a little longer before making an official decision on the Main Street improvement “Greenway” plan.

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Firm named to design 'Curve'

SANDPOINT — The next stage in the development of the U.S. 2 “Curve” extension now has a design team to guide it toward reality.

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Film festival goes global

SANDPOINT — The Sandpoint Films Festival is going global this year.

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Teen battles Hodgkin's lymphoma

SANDPOINT — The freshman year of high school can be a difficult rite of passage for anyone, but Roan Allen has it particularly tough.

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LPO school district audit receives high marks

SANDPOINT — The Lake Pend Oreille School District’s financial department is continuing its winning streak with another perfect audit.

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Conference outlines economic success

SANDPOINT — A few businesses with great potential need to go big to bring prosperity to everyone else.

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Linked website offends parents

SANDPOINT — A comic hosted on the graphic novel website www.artbomb.net raised local parents’ eyebrows and ire this week.

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Economy shows healthy signs

SANDPOINT — While the economy still feels stuck in the mud, the situation is slowly but surely improving in key areas, according to a economic overview Thursday.

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UI unveils concepts for Boyer Avenue site

SANDPOINT — University of Idaho architecture students are taking a hand in determining the future of the school’s Extension site on Boyer Avenue.

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Program aims to lower risk of fire danger

SANDPOINT — While North Idaho was spared a particular harsh forest fire season, the rest of the country wasn’t so fortunate.

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Artist shares the power of painting

SANDPOINT — Clari Van Niekerk knows a thing or two about the transformational power of art — it’s certainly made a difference in her life.

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Changes ahead for land trust

SANDPOINT — Big changes are happening at the Clark Fork-Pend Oreille Conservancy — including the name — but the nonprofit’s mission remains the same.

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Officials lay out project options

SANDPOINT — A modest number of community members turned out Thursday to weigh in on proposed Schweitzer Cutoff Road improvements.

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Stolen bikes found in area raids

SANDPOINT — Residents who have lost bikes in a recent wave of thefts have a hope of being reunited with their trusty two-wheeler.

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Morris Creek Trail lands improvements

SANDPOINT — Sunny weather and attitudes made National Public Lands Day a good one for the Friends of Scotchman Peaks.

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Sandpoint, Diamond ponder parking partnership

SANDPOINT — With the disbanding of the police department’s municipal enforcement office, city officials are investigating a private partnership to manage parking.

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Political forum tackles issues

SANDPOINT — While political conversation has always been a minefield, a respectful dialogue about the big issues is becoming a rarer and rarer occasion.

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Residents have chance to talk road project

SANDPOINT — Area residents have a chance to speak their mind on proposed improvements to Schweitzer Cutoff Road at a Thursday open house.

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City approves EMS contract

SANDPOINT — Bonner County Emergency Medical Services will continue to be backed up by the fire department in the coming year.

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Main Street plans unveiled, unfunded

SANDPOINT — City officials have plans on the books for renovations to Main Street — just don’t expect them to be constructed any time soon.

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Sandpoint woman battles rare disease

SANDPOINT — At first glance, Jennifer Price Pollard doesn’t seem ill, but looks can be deceiving.

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Education ID'd as top priority in community

SANDPOINT — After months of discussions and research, a team of community leaders have identified education as the cure for a multitude of woes.

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Fiber project, Blackfoot called 'great fit'

SANDPOINT — In the effort to establish a public-private fiber optics network in Bonner County, it’s important to find a service provider that fits the community.

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Progress made on fiber optic service

SANDPOINT — Public and private organizations are moving forward on a long-anticipated project to establish a regional fiber optics service.

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Council OKs trail purchase

SANDPOINT — The second phase of the Pend d’Oreille Bay Trail is moving forward.

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Businesses debate proposed tax

PONDERAY — Business owners had their first chance to weigh in on the proposed local option tax at Thursday’s Ponderay Community Development Corporation meeting.

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LPOSD talks levy options

SANDPOINT — In anticipation of the coming fiscal year, Lake Pend Oreille School District officials are planning for an upcoming supplemental levy campaign.

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SHS scores top SAT results

SANDPOINT — Celebration followed surprise at a Sandpoint High School staff meeting Tuesday when students’ SAT results were announced.

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Artists take their work to the street

SANDPOINT — Almost anything can be used as a force for positivity, and graffiti is no exception.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Mystic Farm seeks help in contest

SANDPOINT — Local nonprofit Mystic Farm Wildlife Refuge could find a rewarding combination in Facebook and Toyota for the second time this year.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Author: Good books sing for readers

SANDPOINT — When it comes to reading, an effective story can strike the heart as easily as the catchiest song.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Road projects set in Ponderay

PONDERAY — Drivers through Ponderay should show extra caution beginning next week in light of maintenance projects that could impact traffic flow.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Council recommends replat request be denied

SANDPOINT — Planned development for the Michael’s Heights region may go on hold with a council recommendation that the replat request be denied.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Timber harvest to begin in water

SANDPOINT — After council members approved a timber sale earlier this year, the timber harvest is just about ready to begin.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Marina's second phase complete

SANDPOINT — After two years of work, Windbag Park and Marina has finished phase two construction, giving lakeside enthusiasts cause to celebrate.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Community honors Sept. 11 victims

SANDPOINT — American flags flew under a clear blue sky Tuesday as residents gathered at Memorial Field to remember the 3,000 lost on Sept. 11.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Tribute honors attacks' victims

SANDPOINT — More than 3,000 people died in the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

KRFY radio thriving after near-demise

SANDPOINT — 88.5 FM KRFY is now a stable slice of local culture that anyone can absorb by switching on the radio, but it wasn’t always that way.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Unicep Packaging finalizes sale of company

SANDPOINT — There’s a new set of owners at the helm of Unicep Packaging, Inc.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Woodward shares vision for LPOSD

SANDPOINT — Community residents got a glimpse Thursday into the future of local education after meeting with Lake Pend Oreille School District Superintenent Shawn Woodward.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Sandpoint not seeking police chief candidates

SANDPOINT — Although options are open for the city when it comes to the future of the police department, officials are taking a wait-and-see approach.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Local option tax heads to Sandpoint voters

SANDPOINT — Following in Ponderay’s footsteps, the Sandpoint City Council is sending its own version of the local option tax to the ballot.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Ponderay sends local option tax to ballot

PONDERAY — After a narrow vote Tuesday night, the Ponderay City Council opted to send a proposed local option tax to the ballot in November.

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Coon named interim chief

SANDPOINT — City Council members approved Lt. Corey Coon at the interim police chief for the Sandpoint Police Department Wednesday.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

LPOSD enrollment slightly under projections

SANDPOINT — As local students hit the books for another year of studies, Lake Pend Oreille School District officials area awaiting the tallies that will tell them just how many students are enrolled in the district.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

IMCB initiates reverse stock split

SANDPOINT — Investors in Intermountain Community Bancorp will find themselves with far fewer stock shares come early October.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Teen delivers aid to young mothers with diaper drive

SANDPOINT — While all parents have a tough job description, young mothers and fathers particularly have the odds stacked against them.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

City Beach milfoil infestation improving

SANDPOINT — The city’s milfoil problem is improving quickly as divers make progress on a manual treatment plan.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

US 95 project progressing smoothly

PONDERAY — Work is progressing smoothly on the Sandpoint to Kootenai Cutoff road expansion.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Family, friends honor Army veteran

SANDPOINT — It’s a minor miracle that Bob Perry reached his 92nd birthday in one piece.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

The Readery blends downtown cafe, bookstore

SANDPOINT — Healthy bodies and healthy minds are the order of the day at The Readery.

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City urges caution around moose

SANDPOINT — Moose may look harmless with their long faces and little eyes, but they’re liable to turn grumpy.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

McShane honored for achievements

SANDPOINT — The local arts scene wouldn’t be the same without Deborah McShane.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Fun had by all at county fair

SANDPOINT — The Bonner County Fair was the place to be Friday afternoon and evening.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Group cares to make a difference

SANDPOINT — As the school term approaches, a new parent group at Sandpoint High School seeks to make coming years better than ever before.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Concert benefits trail's purchase

SANDPOINT — Residents who want to help the Pend d’Oreille Bay Trail and have a little fun at the same time are in luck.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Film festival seeks entries

SANDPOINT — Filmmakers rejoice — the next iteration of Sandpoint Film Festival is opening for business.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Sandpoint seeks tech jobs

SANDPOINT — Could the community become a haven in the Northwest for computer science and programming jobs?

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Councils explore local option tax

PONDERAY — Two Bonner County governing bodies teamed up once again to flesh out the bones of the conceptual local option tax Monday evening.

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Oldtown man dies in crash

SANDPOINT — Western Bonner County was the scene for two serious car accidents Tuesday, including one fatality.

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Hopkins sentenced in embezzlement case

SANDPOINT — Former Coldwater Creek executive assistant Susan Hopkins is facing incarceration after pleading guilty to one count of grand theft.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Communities turn out to show support

SANDPOINT — Red, white and blue flanked U.S. 95 at the north end of Ponderay as crowds turned out Friday morning to honor fallen soldier Spc. Ethan Martin of Bonners Ferry.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Sandpoint begins milfoil treatment plan

SANDPOINT — Thanks to a little financial help from several institutions, the city is ready to kick off its treatment plan for invasive aquatic weeds.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

UP train derails in Sandpoint

SANDPOINT — A train derailment near the northern city limits prompted an emergency response but no lasting damage early Thursday morning.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

DEQ orders malodorous beans gone

SANDPOINT — The residents of the Colburn Culver area should be relieved of their smelly plight before too much longer.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

SPOT honored with I-Way leadership award

SANDPOINT — By all accounts, the Selkirks-Pend Oreille Transit system is turning out to be the little bus service that could.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Sandpoint council OKs preliminary budget

SANDPOINT — Wednesday night was full of difficult decisions for City Council members as they finalized the preliminary budget.

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Fair crafts plenty of fun, activities

SANDPOINT — The Bonner County Fair is just around the corner, and there are plenty of events to keep participants coming back for more this year.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Local option tax added to November ballot

SANDPOINT — With so many improvement options just out of financial reach, local officials are letting voters choose whether or not they’re worthwhile.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Festival celebrates successful season

SANDPOINT — After residents and visitors enjoyed two weeks of partying at the Festival at Sandpoint, it’s the event organizers’ turn to celebrate.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Putrefying soybeans cause stink

SANDPOINT — Something is rotten in the Colburn Culver region — and it happens to be soybeans.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

New water plant begins operation

SANDPOINT — After years of planning, approval from local voters and construction, the new lake water treatment plant is delivering fresh H2O to Sandpoint homes.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Festival campers cause some problems

SANDPOINT — The Festival at Sandpoint has generated more enthusiasm than ever this year — so much so, in fact, that it’s actually causing a few problems.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Senior center's '$100 Challenge' expanding

SANDPOINT — The Sandpoint Senior Center $100 Challenge is gaining momentum as more doctors lend support and other professionals challenge their peers.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

'Pacing Parson' walks to help others

SANDPOINT — A long road is ahead for Don Stevenson.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Event offers high-flying fun

SANDPOINT — High-flying fun is ahead for county residents at the seventh Wings Over Sandpoint exhibition this Saturday.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

City debates market site

SANDPOINT — After a recent growth spurt, the local Farmers’ Market may need some extra room to stretch its legs.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Man drowns in Clark Fork

CLARK FORK — An elderly man drowned while fishing the Clark Fork River Saturday after an unknown malady caused him to collapse, according to the Bonner County Sheriff’s Office.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Lockwood says it's time to retire

SANDPOINT — After 12 years as the head of the Sandpoint Police Department, Mark Lockwood has turned in his resignation papers.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Trail group gets grant

SANDPOINT — The Friends of the Pend d’Oreille Bay Trail have earned another big grant, bring the group well past the halfway point of its $400,000 goal.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Teen launches local walking tour

SANDPOINT — Anyone can experience the charms of North Idaho, but for an in-depth look, you have to call an expert.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Farm-to-fork meal is a 'wheel' success

SANDPOINT — The joy of cooking and good, healthy food is yet another ingredient in community vitality for local economic advocates.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Young philanthropist earns scholarship

SANDPOINT — Every now and then, one good deed goes a long way.

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Youngdahl named new LPODS board chairman

SANDPOINT — A few changes are in store for the Lake Pend Oreille School District as the next school year approaches.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Opening turns into impromptu parade

SANDPOINT — The southern end of town turned into the scene of an impromptu parade 8:30 a.m. Friday when cars started moving across the newly-opened Sand Creek Byway.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Sandpoint postmaster stamps an end to career

SANDPOINT —The United States Postal Service has been good to Sandpoint Postmaster Linda Oldridge since she began her career in September of 1977.

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Big changes at old church

SANDPOINT — Big changes are happening at the old Catholic church building.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

City OKs reduced fee increases

SANDPOINT — The desire to attract businesses to Sandpoint while still keeping up revenues led council members to lower some proposed fees Wednesday.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Storm turns out the lights

SANDPOINT — Many Bonner County residents found themselves wondering who turned out the lights Friday afternoon.

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'Curve' gets a green light

SANDPOINT — The U.S. 2 “Curve” extension will soon be a reality.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Sandpoint OKs budget cuts

SANDPOINT — The City Council faced some painful decisions Wednesday night as they approved a round of cuts before passing the next year’s preliminary budget.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Mystic Farm wins Toyota contest

SAGLE — Thanks to the support of locals and other helpful individuals around the country, Mystic Farm Wildlife Rescue has a new set of wheels.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Yunek hopes to kickstart music career

SANDPOINT — Fifteen years worth of music is ready to get the album it deserves — that is, if an experiment in crowd-funding is successful.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Road project to kick into high gear

PONDERAY — Construction workers in Ponderay Triangle are becoming a more frequent sight as the Sandpoint-to-Kootenai Cutoff construction project progresses.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Mystic Farm needs help to win truck

SANDPOINT — Mystic Farm Wildlife Rescue has the chance to win a free set of wheels, but the organization needs help from residents.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

Chamber reopens visitors center

SANDPOINT — Associates of the Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce have a new view to enjoy.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

New council schedule starts in city

SANDPOINT — For the first time in recent years, the Administrative and Public Works committees didn’t meet in the first week of the month.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 8 MONTHS AGO

PAS received foundation grant

SANDPOINT —The residents over at Panhandle Animal Shelter have new cause to wag their tails with the nonprofit’s acquisition of an Idaho Community Foundation grant.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Pend d'Oreille Bay Trail wins grant

SANDPOINT — The Friends of the Pend d’Oreille Bay Trail are another $30,000 closer to their goal.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Concert seeks to rock out cancer

SANDPOINT — Positivity and goodwill can go a long way when it comes to overcoming life’s most serious obstacles — even cancer.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Caution urged to ensure Fourth fun

SANDPOINT — Plenty of good times are in store for local Independence Day celebrators — but between fireworks and plentiful drinks, it’s worth taking care to ensure they end well.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

City approves timber sale

SANDPOINT — The city is getting more from its portions of the Little Sand Creek Watershed than control over a valuable water supply.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Region's communities see populations stabilize

SANDPOINT — The cities of Bonner and Boundary counties were largely held in stasis over the year, either gaining or losing very small numbers of residents.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Residents say byway worth the wait

SANDPOINT — The consensus among attendees at the Sand Creek Byway dedication ceremony was clear: the wait was worth it.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Run spreads message of world peace

SANDPOINT — A symbol of the human spirit blazed through Bonner County Thursday evening.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

City looks at fee increases

SANDPOINT — As council members prepare for the coming budget process, city fees are undergoing their annual review.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Ambrosianis picked to lead parade

SANDPOINT — The Sandpoint Lions Club is ramping up its Independence Day preparations by choosing Jack and Mary Jo Ambrosiani as this year’s grand marshals.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

SHS picked for 'Go On' grant

SANDPOINT — High school officials are enjoying a nice financial boost as they prepare for the coming school year.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Chamber preps former facility

SANDPOINT — The Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce is moving to a new home with a lakeside view.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Priest River graduate has diplomatic ambitions

PRIEST RIVER — Ana Reed has a big year ahead of her, but the opportunities it opens up could be even bigger.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Non-herbicide milfoil plan OK'd

SANDPOINT — Rather than using herbicides in the lake, the city has a new plan coming together that will address the encroaching Eurasian milfoil problem.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Iconic historian passes away

SANDPOINT — Bob Gunter’s passing on Wednesday morning is a blow to the community in more ways than one.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Downtown street options unveiled

SANDPOINT — The folks at SERA Architects had a busy couple of days this week.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

MickDuff's brews up honors at beer festival

SANDPOINT — A great beer is more than just a drink — it’s a bonding agent that can make good times with friends even better.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Bridge residents holding sweet fundraiser

SANDPOINT — A somewhat older group is aiming to do a little good using a popular childhood moneymaker.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Sasquatch Festival is well worth the effort

SANDPOINT — The first thing you notice when you arrive at Sasquatch Music Festival is the noise — and the bands haven’t even started playing yet.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Texting ordinance revisions planned

SANDPOINT — Now that the state has a texting-while-driving ban of its own, city officials and staff members need to revise a similar ordinance passed last September.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Idaho ends some emergency unemployment benefits

SANDPOINT — In response to the improving state economy, the state is shutting down some of its emergency unemployment benefits.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Stand Down to help area veterans

SANDPOINT — Members of the local Vietnam Veterans of America chapter know all about the sacrifices required from the nation’s servicemen and women.

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Folk school finds campus

SANDPOINT — The community is about to get a lesson in sustainability now that Sandpoint Folk School has found a location to set up shop.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

SPD evaluates strategic plan

SANDPOINT — Over the past year, the police department’s strategic plan has undergone some tweaking since its introduction in the fall of 2010.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Third-graders collaborate on book

SANDPOINT — Farmin Stidwell Elementary School gained several dozen newly-published authors this week.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Vets hosting stand down

SANDPOINT — Members of the local Vietnam Veterans of America chapter know all about the sacrifices required from the nation’s servicemen and women.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

LPOHS seniors look to the future

SANDPOINT — There’s nothing like a Lake Pend Oreille High School graduation.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Teen fights cancer en route to claiming diploma

SANDPOINT — Cody Grover has faced more challenges in 18 years than most people experience in a lifetime.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Magazine: Sandpoint is 'Where to Retire'

SANDPOINT — Bonner County is already well-known among folks around the country as a prime spot to rest after a hard life’s work.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Ideas sought to make area bike friendly

SANDPOINT — City concept planners are seeking residents’ opinions on the future they’d like to see for downtown biking and walking.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Students explore college options

SANDPOINT — Idaho’s college graduation rates are a major problem, and local education organizations aim to do something about that.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Sandpoint earns 'Tree City' honors

SANDPOINT — The community’s greener, leafier inhabitants have impressed the folks at Tree City USA another year in a row.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

SHS grads to cover Olympics

SANDPOINT — Two local high school graduates are going to have a one-of-a-kind learning experience in a few weeks.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Fair helps students explore career options

SANDPOINT — The high school library transformed into a series of visions for the future Wednesday morning as students held their yearly reverse career fair.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Cvitanich gets a 'super' goodbye

SANDPOINT — Bittersweet sentiment ruled the room Wednesday as residents said their farewells to Lake Pend Oreille School District Superintendent Dick Cvitanich.

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Intercity bus options mulled

SANDPOINT — Attendance was limited but productive at a Friday transportation meeting regarding two proposed bus routes.

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Area firefighters hold food drive

SANDPOINT —This Saturday promises to be a big one for young and old alike, thanks to the local firefighters.

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Piggy hunt helps make 'cents' of finance lessons

SANDPOINT — High energy reigned last week at Sandpoint Charter School during the Horizon Credit Union’s famed Piggy Hunt.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Contest could net Mystic Farm a new vehicle

SAGLE — An act as simple as voting online could have a huge impact for the folks at Mystic Farm Wildlife Rescue.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

City exploring parking ideas

SANDPOINT — The city is moving forward to develop plans for the future of the city parking lot.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

29 students disciplined for senior prank

SANDPOINT — Graduation requirements for 29 Sandpoint High School seniors just got a little steeper.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

NIC moves into Sandpoint

SANDPOINT — Thursday morning represented a landmark moment for higher education in Bonner County.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

LPOSD welcomes new superintendent

SANDPOINT — Shawn Woodward has a busy month ahead of him.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

BCHRTF fetes human rights

SANDPOINT — The Bonner County Human Rights Task Force is back in a big way.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Clark Fork High School earns national recognition

CLARK FORK — High school administrators and teachers are celebrating another year at the top of their game.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Council revamps meeting schedule

SANDPOINT — After voting to drop some subcommittee meetings last month, the City Council filled in the details to their revised structure plans last Wednesday.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Program helps students make sense of saving

SANDPOINT — A penny saved is a penny earned, as Sagle Elementary kids learned firsthand Wednesday morning.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Transportation proposals aim to link cities

SANDPOINT — A new set of transportation proposals could bring Idaho and Washington cities closer than ever before.

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Sandpoint rejects herbicides for City Beach milfoil

SANDPOINT — While Lake Pend Oreille definitely has a watermilfoil problem, herbicides aren’t on the table as a treatment plan anymore.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Candidates thankful for the support

SANDPOINT — After a primary election defined by fierce competition and negative advertisements, local legislative candidates for the Republican nomination are finally taking a breather.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Incumbents win Dist. 1 legislative races

Incumbents lead in Dist. 1 legislative races

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Waterkeeper offers help for milfoil cleanup

SANDPOINT — Lake Pend Oreille Waterkeeper officials are putting their money where their mouth is when it comes to keeping herbicides out of local waters.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Input sought for downtown street options

SANDPOINT — Residents have a chance to catch a sneak preview of highway-free downtown streets Monday evening.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Tracking the trees amid the forest

CAREYWOOD — Students across a wide variety of ages got up close and personal with the natural world Thursday morning.

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SPD, shelter team up on 'Relay' walk

SANDPOINT — Everything is better with dogs, and 5K runs are no exception.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

LPOSD picks Woodward as new 'super'

SANDPOINT — Superintendent candidate Shawn Woodward can rest easy knowing he passed his final exam.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Sheriff candidate hosts cross lighting

SANDPOINT — It’s unlikely that any other Bonner County sheriff candidate spent their Friday night like Shaun Winkler.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 12 YEARS, 11 MONTHS AGO

'Train Day' honors historic depot

SANDPOINT — Trains, an important part of the Idaho Panhandle’s past and future, are finally getting their due.

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SHS mural showcases Bulldog pride

SANDPOINT — Not every student gets to make a permanent mark on their school, but several volunteer artists have done just that this year.

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Legislative candidates spar in forum

SANDPOINT — Strict adherence to Republican party positions and voting became the central issue at state legislative candidates forum Thursday night.

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Board names superintendent finalist

SANDPOINT — Although Lake Pend Oreille School District board members planned on selecting three superintendent candidates, only one made the cut.

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SPOT in running for ITD grant

SANDPOINT — More good times are likely on the horizon for the Selkirks-Pend Oreille Transit bus system.

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Input sought for Main St. facelift

SANDPOINT — Proposed improvements to the Main Street corridor will be a long time coming, but city officials already want to get the community talking.

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Decision on superintendent finalists near

SANDPOINT — Lake Pend Oreille School Board members are preparing to introduce three superintendent candidates to the community.

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Area slowly climbing out of recession

SANDPOINT — The economy may be far from ideal, but there are still some silver linings.

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City tests new water treatment plant

SANDPOINT — After months of work, city staff are preparing to put the new water treatment plant through its paces before it goes into service.

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ITD ponders 'Curve' decision

SANDPOINT — The Idaho Transportation Department board is preparing to make a decision one way or another on funding for the U.S. 2 “Curve” connector project.

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City's incubator growing businesses

SANDPOINT — Some great business ideas simply need a little help getting started, and Bonner County is no exception.

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Council calls attention to coal train risks

SANDPOINT — City officials see a lot to lose and very little to gain when it comes to increased coal train traffic through the town.

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Juvenile detention center is almost open for business

SANDPOINT — The Bonner County juvenile detention center is almost ready to open its doors after three years of preparation and setbacks.

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Council votes to eliminate sub-committees

SANDPOINT — The City Council is set to shed some subcommittees after a Wednesday decision.

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Cafe 95 opens south of bridge

SANDPOINT — A new restaurant is bringing home-style cooking south of the Long Bridge — and it’s open right now.

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Council delays milfoil vote

SANDPOINT — The City Council is taking its time on selecting a solution to the Eurasian milfoil infestation in Sand Creek and Windbag Marina.

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Novelist urges students toward greatness

SANDPOINT — Lake Pend Oreille High School student Rachel Chapman is a big Terry Trueman fan.

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Milfoil options are contested

SANDPOINT — A battle is brewing between conservation organizations and state departments over proposed invasive species treatments near City Beach.

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LPOSD making progress in superintendent search

SANDPOINT — The Lake Pend Oreille School Board is making good progress in its effort to find a new superintendent.

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Firm picked for street plan

SANDPOINT — If the city is going to regain its downtown streets, officials will need to have improvements planned in both form and function.

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Entrepreneurs in training

CLARK FORK — It might be tough to break into the business world, but a group of six students already have a head start.

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Group lands $75,000 trail grant

SANDPOINT — The Friends of the Pend d’Oreille Bay Trail is $75,000 closer to achieving its goal — provided they can raise the match funding.

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Reader founders remember paper's history

SANDPOINT — The drinks flowed freely at Eichhardt’s Pub last Friday.

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'The Victor' tops film competition

SANDPOINT — “The Victor” is living up to its name.

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Family grateful for support after fire

SANDPOINT — Although her family was displaced from their home due to a house fire last month, Carrie Leigh Ridgwell is feeling grateful.

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City receives flawless audit

SANDPOINT — The city’s financial team once again has cause to hold their heads a little higher.

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Panel OKs end to committee meetings

SANDPOINT — The Administrative Committee is OK with ending its existence — at least for a while.

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City changes snow shoveling rules

SANDPOINT —The City Council is ditching a piece of code that could have caused some problems for both the town and its residents.

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Sandpoint ponders twice-monthly council meetings

SANDPOINT — The City Council may completely revamp the way it conducts business within the next few months.

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Community binds together to help family

SANDPOINT — A house fire might have displaced a local family last week, but community members aim to ensure their homelessness doesn’t last long.

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Record rains soak Bonner County

SANDPOINT — Residents annoyed by the constant rain throughout the week now have record-setting numbers to back up their complaints.

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Historic jackpot prompts daydreams

SANDPOINT — What would you do with half a billion dollars?

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Donations keep community radio station on the air

SANDPOINT — Thanks to contributions from the local business community, 88.5 KRFY Panhandle Community Radio is staying on the air.

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Ray retiring from library Friday

SANDPOINT — Acquisitions librarian Gloria Ray has seen quite a few changes come to the Sandpoint library in her almost 27 years of work.

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Cvitanich picked for Olympia post

SANDPOINT — The Lake Pend Oreille School District will soon require a new superintendent.

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Family, friends help centenarian celebrate birthday

KOOTENAI — Irene Wolff has done a lot of living in her time.

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Sodorffs closing therapy business

SANDPOINT — After almost 40 years of helping patients, Steve and Patricia Sodorff are shutting down Bonner Physical Therapy.

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Group seeks end to homelessness

SANDPOINT — In Bonner County, the divide between the financially comfortable and the desperate is growing.

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County roads are drying out

SANDPOINT — After county commissioners declared a state of emergency last week, local roads are beginning to improve.

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Cvitanich is finalist for Olympia post

SANDPOINT — Lake Pend Oreille School District Superintendent Dick Cvitanich could be moving westward if a Wednesday meeting goes well.

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Crews battle house fire

SANDPOINT — Although property damage was extensive, a local house remained standing Friday afternoon after catching on fire.

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The Choice offers high-quality footwear

SANDPOINT — Fans of Athlete’s Choice won’t need to walk far to find the rebranded and refocused version of the store.

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SPOT sets new ridership record

SANDPOINT — The good numbers just keep on coming for the Selkirks-Pend Oreille Transit system management.

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City debates parking options

SANDPOINT — In the journey toward a bustling downtown, parking revisions are the next issue on city official’s plates.

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Celebrating 100 years of Girl Scouts

SANDPOINT — Girl Scouts of America may have turned 100 years old on Monday, but the organization is still as timeless as ever.

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Road project builds toward construction's start

SANDPOINT — Those interested in the Sandpoint-to-Kootenai Cutoff project will find plenty of food for thought — along with food for the belly — at an upcoming meeting.

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P&Z to debate tourist homes

SANDPOINT — The tricky trouble with tourist homes and resort city taxes is bouncing to yet another governing city body.

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City tweaks 'buy local' policy

SANDPOINT — After some legal drafting by City Attorney Scot Campbell, municipal department heads are on their way to more flexibility with purchases.

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City honored for old neighborhoods

SANDPOINT — Chalk up another round of winning publicity for the lakeside town.

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Local WOW honorees on display in mayor's office

SANDPOINT — Dozens of the region’s most influential women now have a place of honor in the mayor’s office.

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