NIBJ: NIC Workforce initiatives include new logging apprenticeship program, expansion in northern counties
NIC Workforce’s new logging equipment operator apprenticeship program — set to debut in June — is one of the emerging programs that administrators say will address a shortage of skilled workers in the Panhandle.
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PRO: Evolving industries
At private businesses across all industries, average quarter one employment in Bonner County rose 30.0% from 2015 to 2024, which essentially mirrors the U.S. Census Bureau’s estimate of a 29.8% population increase during the same period.
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PRO: Aging up
Results from the 2019, 2021 and 2023 iterations of the survey show that Bonner County’s rate of population growth was above the national and state average, and its median household income was below average. Additionally, the surveys indicate that Bonner County’s abundant population of seniors is expanding faster than senior …
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Sandpoint City Council approves preliminary plan for proposed Ridley Village Court townhome development
The development in question, Ridley Village Court, is proposed to be constructed on a vacant 4.1-acre parcel south of Forrest M. Bird Charter School. The area is in a residential multifamily zone; because the applicant, Affinity Real Estate Management, is suggesting lot dimensions and building setbacks not accounted for in …
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Family trucking operation comes to a close — Wes, Jim Olson look back on a 64-year legacy
Jim has been as involved in the company as anyone throughout his life. He started helping out at the business by working on wheels and rebuilding transmissions at the age of 11 before getting behind the wheel of a timber truck at 17. “Back then you could do that,” Jim …
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West Bonner County School District to consider selling office at Wednesday board meeting
Deliberation surrounding a potential sale has gone on for months. Earlier this year, trustees voted to have the property appraised and sought proposals from movers to determine what it would cost to relocate administrators to the former Priest River Junior High building.
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Fantasy to reality — Theater enthusiast couple bring ambitions to life with ‘The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe’
“I'm just the director. I herd the cats. I create schedules. I give some artistic direction,” Connie said. “When people come and they're blown away by the costumes, the sets, props, the lights — that's not me. That’s other people’s creativity come to life.”
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70 local nonprofits unite for ‘Live Give 7B’ drive
“We want to bring focus to nonprofits, thank our businesses for being the backbone of the community and supporting us, drive some local giving, and then celebrate,” explained Dig Chrismer, Innovia Foundation rural engagement manager and Live Give 7B organizer.
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Decision extends freeze on USFS Project
The USFS’ Hanna Flats Good Neighbor Authority Project, which the agency has said would reduce insect disease and catastrophic wildfire risk and is planned to include 2,352 acres of timber harvest, prescribed fire and reforestation work, has been challenged in court since 2018 by conservation group Alliance for the Wild …
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Sandpoint Council approves $434K contract for parking lot improvements
In a February City Council meeting, Mayor Jeremy Grimm said the initiative to resurface the lot has been budgeted and put off every year since 2014. When councilors were asked to approve a preliminary design, concerns about traffic efficiency and tree removal caused the officials to be split on the …
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LPOSD navigates federal funding uncertainty as budget season approaches
Idaho will continue apportioning funds based on average daily attendance. Since Wallace doesn’t anticipate a significant difference in enrollment next year, he’s expecting a similar amount of money from the state.
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Community packs POAC for ‘Second Life’ debut
The monthlong exhibition features paintings, sculptures and other works from eight local creatives who integrate repurposed, upcycled and found materials into their art.
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‘Pull Up for Pull-Ups' initiative serves Sandpoint, North Idaho
Throughout April, Coeur d’Alene-based nonprofit St. Vincent de Paul North Idaho is hosting “Pull up for Pull-Ups” — a series of six drive-through events in which residents can receive packages of both traditional diapers and pull-ups for free.
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Rotary to review technical education scholarship applications
Graduates of Sandpoint High School, Clark Fork High, Forrest Bird Charter School, Lake Pend Oreille Alternative High and The Home School Academy are eligible to apply by April 10. Successful applicants typically receive about $3,000.
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Forest, shoreline work approaches at Two Rivers Park
Project organizers have spent the past three years laying the foundation for a park that could one day include a swimming beach, a dog park, athletic fields and other amenities. Once foresters remove hazard trees and cut footpaths on the property this spring, community members will be able to safely …
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USFS proposes wildfire mitigation project
The U.S. Forest Service is aiming to address local wildfire risk through ‘Sandpoint South’ — a proposed 2026 initiative to thin approximately 8,334 acres of public forest within a 174,000-acre project area in southern Bonner County.
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Army Corps began Lake Pend Oreille refill March 28
Officials noted that it’s “too early” to determine when Lake Pend Oreille will reach its summer pool, but that they expect to achieve the mark once flood risks have subsided. They added that staff will consider the limitations of Albeni Falls Dam’s current limitations as they navigate the refill.
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What’s the ‘State of the Lake?' — Fishery manager: Lake Pend Oreille angling is ‘about the best it’s ever been’
In a comprehensive presentation posted to YouTube on March 21, Dux cited strong ecological diversity, an abundance of trophy-size specimens and a survey showing high angler satisfaction as evidence of an attractive current fishing climate.
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Students, experts cross paths at Cougar Community Connection
The event offered students a chance to delve into topics of their choosing for two hour-long sessions. A total of 90 experts and volunteers hosted 17 unique workshops that included an opportunity to interact with local firefighters and their fire engine and an “instrument petting zoo,” where kids could try …
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Stepping up to the plate — Priest Lake Food Bank seeks funds to upgrade facility, meet community’s needs
Home to hundreds of vacation homes and several resorts, Priest Lake receives an influx of visitors each summer. Supporting the seasonal boom are a collection of local food service, recreation and hospitality workers that can find their wages stretched thin by high regional housing costs.
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Bang, zap, whoosh! — SHS students stoke youth science intrigue
At one station, high schoolers demonstrated the conservation of angular momentum with a bicycle wheel and a low-friction turntable. Participants stood on the turntable and held the spinning wheel using two handles attached to its hub. When they rotated the wheel left or right, they found their whole body rotating …
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Latest Sandpoint parking plan includes six-hour City Beach free period
“That's really the number one thing we've learned through this engagement — people are concerned and anxious about how city residents might be excluded from their public waterfront,” Welker said.
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Local firefighters take on 2025 Seattle stairclimb
The crew placed No. 53 out of 270 teams in the 788-vertical-feet challenge. The annual contest requires each participant to raise at least $300 for charity and complete the climb wearing a full set of equipment and using a self-contained breathing apparatus.
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WBCSD debuts homeschool academy plan for upcoming school year
“We have some good things we want to give to the community,” Spacek said. “Not just for kids in the school system, but every kid in the community, and every parent and family who wants to have support in educating their kids.”
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City officials, staff discuss potential state legislation, federal changes
Normally, federal money helps support the cost of summer overtime hours aimed at mitigating aggressive driving, seat belt noncompliance and other transportation safety concerns. To sustain some of the services in the coming months, Coon said he plans to utilize payroll money that has been saved due to open staff …
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Planning and Zoning Commission approves proposal to shrink Sandpoint's area of impact
An area of impact is a designated region outside of a city’s boundaries where future growth is anticipated. Sandpoint’s current impact area encompasses 12.3 square miles and stretches more than 3 miles north and 2 miles west of existing city limits.
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Student safety summit centers on phones — teachers, law enforcement advocate for responsible tech use
The March 18 student safety summit was attended by dozens of Lake Pend Oreille School District families, and comes after school board trustees approved a revised policy in January that prohibits all students from using cell phones during class and bans their use during passing periods and lunch time in …
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Caution urged in wake of U.S. 95 crashes
“While it is not our role to determine cause or conditions that contribute to traffic accidents, we would urge folks to use more caution on our area highways,” Armstrong stated in a March 16 Facebook post.
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Writers on the Lake contest to feature new categories
Participants will present a five-minute excerpt of an unpublished work for an opportunity to win the $50 first-place or $25 runner-up prize in their age category. Registration will begin at 8:30 a.m. and readings will begin at 9:30.
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County commissioners approve $57K contribution toward $880K intersection safety project
With the match put forth, contractors will soon install upgraded 48-inch stop signs with lights that flash when vehicles approach the intersections. The project also funds construction of advance warning signs designed to ensure drivers are aware of an upcoming intersection.
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Selkirk chief urges caution in wake of U.S. 95 crashes
“While it is not our role to determine cause or conditions that contribute to traffic accidents, we would urge folks to use more caution on our area highways,” Armstrong stated in a March 16 Facebook post.
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USACE, ISDA describe invasive species risks, plans
When it comes to invasive species, “the best, cheapest and most effective policy is always prevention, rather than trying to play catch up,” said ISDA program specialist Ryan Hanna.
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WBCSD prepares levy language
Two weeks after West Bonner County School District trustees voted 3-2 to bring a two year, $2.35 million-per-year levy to voters, staff and officials came together to finalize the line items that will appear on the May 20 ballot.
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No Man's Land film fest returning to Panida
“None of these stories are new to us. We’re already living it,” organizer Lauren Sanders said. “But they're new to being shown on film and being featured.”
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Knight racing — locals slide fast, build bonds in Starlight Series
Throughout February, over 120 locals participated in Schweitzer’s medieval-themed Starlight Race Series — a four-week sequence of Friday night contests in which costumed alpine skiers, Telemark skiers and snowboarders compete and socialize on the slopes.
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LPOSD proposes AI policy
The language states that students would be allowed to use AI to help them research topics, brainstorm for projects and summarize concepts to aid their understanding. They wouldn’t be allowed to pass AI content off as their own or feed an AI model content that contains personal or sensitive information …
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No Man's Land film fest returning to Panida
“None of these stories are new to us. We’re already living it,” organizer Lauren Sanders said. “But they're new to being shown on film and being featured.”
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Frame it! — SHS students show development in art exhibit
SHS students typically begin their humanities education by fulfilling a requirement to take an art, music or foreign language course. Those who choose to continue take progressively more advanced electives until they reach the last class. For visual art, that’s the yearlong AP course, in which students can earn college …
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Waterfront hotel development will include private units
The project’s site is considered by many to be among the most valuable pieces of real estate in Sandpoint. Averill Hospitality acquired the property in 2022 and later announced plans to invest upward of $70 million to create a modern destination resort with an events center and two restaurants on …
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Russell Center revenue below projection after three months
“It's been a challenge, for sure, operating this as a business,” Community Planning and Development Director Jason Welker said. “The total budgeted revenue for a year was around $240,000. We're on track to do about half of that right now.”
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Schools, library celebrate reading week
Each day of this week, local teachers will coordinate events that brighten schools and cleverly encourage students to read. For “Tie Together for Reading Day,” students wear ties and exchange books with one another. For “Read my Shirt Day,” students wear clothing featuring text and practice deciphering the messages on …
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Council weighs in on First Avenue revitalization
The primary objectives of the project, Bush said, were to improve utility infrastructure and pedestrian mobility on First Avenue south of Bridge Street and to reconfigure the intersections of Bridge Street and First Avenue as well as Lake Street and First Avenue.
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Sandpoint company to add 24 jobs
After receiving a state tax credit, local company Timberline Helicopters will create 24 new jobs and invest $13 million in Sandpoint.
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ITD updates U.S. 95 expansion plan
In the new plan, ITD removed a planned underpass at Ivy Drive and Algoma Spur Road and shifted it a quarter mile north to Sagle Road. The department also introduced a quarter-mile-long access road adjacent to U.S. 95 across the highway from Ivy Drive.
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‘Reba’ goes to snow school — patrol pup continues a legacy of ski safety
Each winter day, Schweitzer is visited by “powder hounds”: skiers and snowboards on the hunt for fresh snow. A different group of snow searchers can also be found on the slopes; since they walk on four legs instead of two, they probably have a better claim to the name.
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Partners debut Sand Creek draft plan
The plan centers on the mile-long section of Sand Creek between Popsicle Bridge and Schweitzer Cutoff Road. The corridor consists of a meandering waterway flanked by wetlands, woods and grassy fields, and is one of the last undeveloped sectors in the Sandpoint area.
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Report finds fire engine crashed on ‘extremely slick’ road
A contracted investigator found that while the firefighter driving the truck was at fault for the single-vehicle crash, road conditions in the area were hazardous. The investigator recommended enhancing training and bolstering vehicle inspection compliance in the future.
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City lot rehabilitation moves forward
While some Sandpoint City councilors shared a desire to see staff and officials review a parking lot rehabilitation initiative’s preliminary design further before advancement, the council approved a motion to push it forward during a Feb. 19 meeting.
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Council approves second phase of Division Avenue pedestrian safety initiative
When the agreement with the Local Highway Technical Assistance Council is formalized, Sandpoint will receive $250,000 to help fund a new sidewalk and planter strip on a two-block section of Division between Superior and Pine streets
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Council examines Cedar Street reconstruction
Sandpoint city councilors voiced concern Wednesday after staff presented a road reconstruction preliminary design Councilor Kyle Schreiber described as “not at all acceptable.”
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SHS creates state’s fourth JROTC unit
This September, Sandpoint High School will join a small contingent of Idaho schools hosting a Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps program designed to promote leadership and responsibility and offer students a pathway to military service.
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Shooting something special — 'Pucktography' pursues rare moments
Sometimes, Puckett catches a stroke of luck and has a chance to capture multiple rare phenomena at once. In October 2024, he received a tip from a friend that the Milky Way Galaxy and the comet Tsuchinshan–ATLAS — which only visits the solar system once every 80,000 years — would …
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West Bonner talks maintenance priorities
The schedule, created by Operations Director Ryan Carruth, divided the district’s needs into three categories of urgency. The most pressing projects were addressing aging HVAC and piping at Priest River Elementary and fixing leaking roofs at PRE and Priest River Lamanna Jr./Sr. High.
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LPOSD expands campus officer team
At the start of the 2023-24 academic year, Lake Pend Oreille School District joined a small collection of Idaho districts employing armed campus security when it hired a pair of former law enforcement officers to work full-time in local schools.
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‘The Sled Hill’ short film to debut
The film recaps KLT’s grassroots effort to preserve the property after discovering it was slated to go on the market in 2021 after decades as publicly available space. Additionally, it spotlights the land’s heritage as a community ski hill in the 1940s before Schweitzer’s 1963 opening, and its subsequent transition …
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LPOSD introduces facilities timeline, policies
Lake Pend Oreille School District trustees reviewed a trio of proposed policies and an updated timeline for facility construction in a monthly meeting Tuesday.
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Wildlife films to support conservation trip
Hastings was inspired to launch the initiative after he showed students in his Advanced Placement environmental science class a documentary about threats faced by coral reefs. When the high schoolers expressed a desire to help, he connected with a reef conservationist he had met on a diving trip and organized …
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Community gives feedback on proposed SHS hall pass
Attendees were apprehensive of data exposure risks and the change’s effect on students' sense of trust; SHS Principal Jacki Crossingham and Assistant Principal Chris Taylor said they would review the input with staff and evaluate before implementing the technology.
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City staff give fire, planning, Russell Center briefs
While the facility's construction was supported by a $7.5 million gift, Sandpoint has budgeted for the center’s revenue to cover its operating costs, a mark not yet reached, according to Welker. “It's a little challenging, because we are trying to run this as a business,” he said. “So far, it's …
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City revises paid parking plan
The changes, shared in a Feb. 4 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting, include a time increase in free parking per visit for city residents with an annual pass from two hours to three hours at all lots except City Beach, where residents would receive four free hours.
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SHS introducing attendance, hall pass tech
Beginning Feb. 10, students who arrive at the building late will bring receipts to teachers to be recognized as tardy. Additionally, all students at the school will start using SmartPass — a digital hall pass system — to request and receive permission to leave class during instructional time.
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Magician cohort coming to Panida
“For this show, we have a full spectrum of different styles of magic that appeal to all ages,” said illusionist, event organizer and Sandpoint local David DaVinci. “There’s a little something in the show for everybody.”
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West Bonner begins budget talks
WBCSD staff told attendees that due to a shrinking student population, the district is anticipating a reduction in support units — a metric used by Idaho to assess districts’ needs — which will likely lead to less state funding next year.
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‘Rewilding’ the schoolyard — District, land trust make space for outdoor learning
In July, nonprofit Kaniksu Land Trust set out to change that. Since then, the organization has replaced the area’s primitive dirt trails with gravel paths, installed several culverts and a small footbridge to help students traverse the area, and created six unique outdoor classrooms designed to facilitate a variety of …
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Firefighters return from California — Selkirk, Northside responders step up to give aid
The group of four firefighters — which included staff from Selkirk Fire Rescue & EMS and Northside Fire District — was part of a cohort of 104 Idaho responders who drove 1,200 miles to Los Angeles in response to a request from the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services earlier …
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Senior valentines offer empathy, build bridges
Four years ago, seniors across the country were in the midst of a bleak winter. With the COVID-19 pandemic nearing an initial peak in daily cases and hospitalizations, many retirees were staying inside and away from others, including friends and loved ones.
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Switching slopes
After two decades operating on the back side of Schweitzer, local ski and snowboard guiding business Selkirk Powder Company is making fresh tracks in a new sector of the Selkirk Mountains and beginning the process of improving the area for winter recreation.
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Sandpoint students set sights on NYC
During the event, students step into the role of a UN delegate and are tasked with examining real-world issues like international crime and conflicts. Students collaborate, negotiate and debate with other high schoolers representing foreign nations to simulate the activities of the real UN assembly.
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Sagle, Westside, Northside fire districts to place levies on May ballot
If each permanent levy override increase request receives 66% approval from voters, property owners in the Sagle, Westside and Northside fire districts will experience a higher mill rate to fund new equipment, facility repairs and expanded staffing for fire response.
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City proposes new downtown parking model
The proposed plan would affect locations including the City Beach parking lot and the downtown parking area at Church Street and Third Avenue. No action was taken by the commission.
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BOCC removes standing rules, comment form
Prior to the meeting, a reference to the board’s standing rules — which specified practices for conducting meetings — appeared on every business meeting agenda. Additionally, remote viewers attending a county meeting through a livestream were required to complete a digital form before the meeting began to be eligible to …
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Shared-use kitchen reopens in Ponderay
Now known as the Pend Oreille Specialty Foods Incubator, the 1,500-square-foot space is designed to offer local entrepreneurs in the food industry the infrastructure needed to grow their businesses.
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LPOSD trustees elect chair, vice chair
The Lake Pend Oreille School District Board of Trustees designated presiding officers during an annual meeting Tuesday.
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City considers parkland purchase
During a Wednesday meeting, city staff and officials explored the possibility of buying a 2.53-acre right of way near the intersection of Larch Street and U.S. 2 for the purpose of expanding park and trail access.
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Grimm speaks on water service limits
Sandpoint Mayor Jeremy Grimm announced Tuesday that he is aiming to restructure the city’s protocol for providing water service to areas outside city limits.
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Trustee joins LPOSD board
Lake Pend Oreille School District trustees voted unanimously to appoint David DeMers to the Zone 4 seat during the board's annual meeting Tuesday.
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Commissioners clarify resilience team’s role
After being prompted by commenters at the meeting, Commissioner Ron Korn, the resilience team’s founder, described it as a government program designed to prepare residents for adversity.
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Paddle battle
The Battle for the Paddle is a friendly high school competition of spirit, sports and community service that culminates Friday at Sandpoint High, starting with girls' basketball at 4 p.m., wrestling at 6 p.m. and boys' basketball at 8 p.m.
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Priest Lake fish survey shows promising trends
The results of 2024 survey work at Priest Lake indicate a stable population of lake trout and an improvement in fish quality.
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Bonner County officials take oaths of office
In a swearing-in ceremony Monday, Bonner County’s new trio of commissioners emphasized a commitment to maintaining accountability and facilitating public feedback.
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Council seeks wastewater facility funding
City councilors voted unanimously Wednesday to submit a letter of interest seeking $130 million of state money to fund the construction of a new wastewater treatment plant.
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Lakes Commission funds economic study
The study, which is expected to be delivered this summer, will be conducted by researchers at the University of Idaho and Washington State University and will articulate the lake’s role in the local economy.
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EMS to ‘extricate’ from county
Going forward, the EMS organization will become more independent from county leadership and services.
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BOCC examines roads, waterways
Bonner County commissioners voted to approve a road standards waiver and a grant application in a Tuesday business meeting centered on roads and waterways.
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Idaho launches new camping reservation system
The system, known as Idaho Time, includes a fluctuating price model in which reservation costs at state campsites may drop for low-demand dates and rise when demand is high. The platform also provides additional content about facilities, features, options and availability.
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Statistics show how Sandpoint, Bonner County differ from the nation
With the end of 2024 approaching, the nation is halfway between the 2020 and 2030 censuses. Between the official counts, the U.S. Census Bureau continues to analyze trends on the national and local levels; examining these statistics gives context to issues our communities face.
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Memory Bear Maker an instant hit — stuffed animals keep loved ones close, cozy
Creating memory bears and gifting them to community members has offered Sebern a fulfilling way to express her creativity — a driving force for her craft. “I really like doing art and things, but art with purpose is really much more meaningful to me,” Sebern said. “I really have to …
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10,800-acre easement announced
In partnership with Stimson Lumber Company and the Idaho Department of Lands, nonprofit Trust for Public Land announced an easement agreement Wednesday that will protect 10,846 acres of working forests in Bonner and Boundary counties.
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Donated books arrive for students
After a vote from members to select a beneficiary, Hatley’s program prevailed; in the three years since, Rotary has contributed a total of $257,000 to the program, enabling four grade levels of local students to participate.
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District 1 lawmakers visit WBCSD
Sen. Jim Woodward and Rep. Cornel Rasor answered questions and shared goals for the upcoming legislative session at the Dec. 18 West Bonner County School District board meeting.
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Water service appeal hearing to go on
During the hearing, Norman Semanko, an attorney representing the developer, argued that since the development included a proposed looping system of pipes designed to promote fire flow, a new model of the system should have been created and evaluated before the decision to deny service was made.
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Sandpoint hotel development gets parking reduction
The project at 56 Bridge Street — which includes a hotel, restaurant, and events space near City Beach — initially required 244 parking spaces under city code. However, developers successfully negotiated to reduce this number to 145 spaces.
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City impersonated in attempted scam
According to a city press release, the email stated that the developer must pay a $25,000 “appeal fee” for the project. The city of Sandpoint had recently denied an application for water service for the development; at the time of the scam attack, the developer was appealing the denial.
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Developer seeks approval for Sandpoint industrial building
The proposed building — referred to as “Project Bulldog” in planning documents — would be constructed on a vacant 7.57-acre lot at the corner of Great Northern Road and Woodland Drive and feature a 10-space loading canopy area and five dock positions sized for semi-trucks.
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Developer seeks approval for industrial building — ‘Project Bulldog’ facility could change Sandpoint job market
The proposed building — referred to as “Project Bulldog” in planning documents — would be constructed on a vacant 7.57-acre lot at the corner of Great Northern Road and Woodland Drive and feature a 10-space loading canopy area and five dock positions sized for semi-trucks.
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BOCC examines EMS progress, staff compensation
“The consequences between the sheriff, fire and EMS — they're all connected,” Glass said. “You really have a crisis here,” he added. “If that service isn't available, then our citizens suffer for it.”
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Wheeler resigns, intends to return
Bonner County Sheriff Daryl Wheeler announced Sunday he had resigned from his position but intends to return to the role in January 2025.
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Santa Sack meets community’s needs
In the spirit of the season, volunteers and city employees dressed as elves, and Mayor Steve Geiger donned the red suit of Santa Claus as residents received gift bags from a festive trolley towed behind a Ponderay Police Department vehicle.
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ITD approves $200K for Long Bridge replacement study
The Idaho Transportation Department announced Wednesday that its transportation board had approved $200,000 for a Long Bridge replacement study.
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10,800-acre easement announced
In partnership with Stimson Lumber Company and the Idaho Department of Lands, nonprofit Trust for Public Land announced an easement agreement Wednesday that will protect 10,846 acres of working forests in Bonner and Boundary counties.
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LPOSD board considers electronic device policy
“There has been a rising concern that spending too much time on social media or using cell phones may be detrimental to students’ physical and mental health. The Board’s priority is that all students are engaged in learning without distraction,” the proposed policy reads.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Local students among state art contest winners
Both students drew from Sandpoint’s local character in creating their designs. In Davidson’s case, the inspiration came from a chance encounter with one of the area’s quintessential animals. “I saw moose the other day, and I was like, ‘Oh, that's really cool — that reminds me of Idaho,’” she said.
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LPOSD declares board vacancy
Eligible candidates are invited to submit applications for the position to board clerk Kelly Fisher until 4 p.m. Jan. 6, 2025; the successful candidate will serve the remainder of Lewis’ term, which expires at the end of 2027.
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WBCSD board votes to allow junior high building use
In a Dec. 9 special meeting, West Bonner County School District trustees voted against a facilities committee recommendation to close the Priest River Junior High building to all use on Jan. 1, 2025.
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Memory Bear Maker an instant hit — stuffed animals keep loved ones close, cozy
Creating memory bears and gifting them to community members has offered Sebern a fulfilling way to express her creativity — a driving force for her craft. “I really like doing art and things, but art with purpose is really much more meaningful to me,” Sebern said. “I really have to …
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Council votes no on staff-wide sports center membership
“It seems to me like it's a bit of a lose-lose,” he added. “If we're going to search for ways to improve the quality of life for our employees — which I think we should — this doesn't appear to be it.”
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 4 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Tree of Memorial Lights recognizes missed loved ones
During the ceremony, members of the hospice team lit candles and placed them within a wreath before attendees. They then read names submitted on the hospice service’s website; attendees were also invited to speak names in remembrance of companions.
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West Bonner seeks junior high input
The district recently launched an online questionnaire for stakeholders on the WBCSD website. In it, respondents are invited to share ideas about how the building — which has not hosted classes for six months — should be used going forward.
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Sandpoint High AcaDeca prepared to defend title
Sandpoint High School’s most dominant team doesn’t play at War Memorial Field. Its members don’t run, jump or throw a ball, and their only item of equipment is a 1,000-page binder packed with a dizzying amount of information about an array of academic subjects.
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Outdoor ice rink opens in Ponderay
Eventually, Ponderay and NIICE hope to add an additional indoor facility at the Field of Dreams that includes a full-size hockey rink capable of hosting competitive games at every level. A venue like that would allow the complex to hold sports tournaments that bring athletes and spectators to the area …
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City dedicates James E. Russell Sports Center
“This has been a dream of my father's that started more than 20 years prior to his passing,” Russell said. “He wanted to give back to the city where he was born and raised and provide a venue where families and friends could meet, where sports could be played year-round.”
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Clark Fork suffers $480K scam attack
“We are waiting for confirmation from the bank to tell us whether we were successful in stopping the payment,” White said, adding that city officials were “guardedly optimistic” about recovering the funds.
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City, Grimm resolve flooding
“I think it was all unplugged by noon. The guys came right out and took care of it for us,” Dunn said. “Thanks to their efforts, our parking lot is draining again.”
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Clark Fork suffers $480K scam attack
“We are waiting for confirmation from the bank to tell us whether we were successful in stopping the payment,” White said, adding that city officials were “guardedly optimistic” about recovering the funds.
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Getting into gear
“Owen is a great example, because he is super talented academically. He could go down either path,” Mire said. “I think it's very honorable to be in a trade, and I think sometimes we don't give credit to people who are interested in the trades and going to work.”
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WBCSD continues junior high, facilities talks
“When we discussed closing schools last year, Mr. Kren said that we needed to raise a million dollars to function this year. We have not raised a million dollars,” Yount said. “We've raised almost one-tenth of that. We have got to make some cuts.”
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Snow, excitement grace Schweitzer opening
“This is like February from last year’s season,” longtime Schweitzer skier Dave Mertz said Friday. “It’s outstanding snow for the middle of November.”
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Council considers employee policies, perks
The proposal to give city employees free memberships to the Russell Center, which houses tennis and pickleball courts and is scheduled to open in early December, was brought forth as a potential incentive to help the city recruit and retain employees.
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Students share kindness, blankets with community
“I just saw it on Instagram and said, ‘We could totally do this,’” Lorden said.
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James E. Russell opening approaches
Sandpoint’s Community Planning and Development Director Jason Welker described the gift as “the biggest donation that any city in Idaho has ever received for a park project.” After receiving the funds, the city constructed the center over the course of 13 months, along with an inclusive playground, a splashpad, public …
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Idaho Hill Elementary receives book grant
“During Governor Little's very first Capital for a Day, our director was approached by the director of the Idaho Commission for Libraries,” said Workman. “They told us that about 28% of schools had $100 or less for new book acquisition.”
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Local challenges spotlighted in ‘Cost of Poverty Experience’
“It's really intended to put yourself in the shoes of somebody who's not able to make ends meet and to learn empathy,” Katie Begalke, CREC executive director, said. “It's not meant to make you feel good, necessarily. It's meant to give you a big dose of reality of what people …
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West Bonner considers school closures
“Desperate times call for desperate measures,” said Operations Director Ryan Carruth. “I just don't see how we can operate in the footprint that we have with the funding that we have.”
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LPOSD stakeholders give middle school input
“If we were in Washington, this building would be torn down,” Trapp said. “In Idaho we don’t get that kind of funding.”
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LPOSD board chair resigns
“Since May of 2015 when I was elected, we've seen some amazing and challenging times,” said Lewis. She listed onboarding two superintendents, passing an indefinite term $12.7 million per year levy in 2019 and navigating the COVID-19 pandemic as examples.
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Lake Pend Oreille School District board chair resigns
“Since May of 2015 when I was elected, we've seen some amazing and challenging times,” said Lewis. She listed onboarding two superintendents, passing an indefinite term $12.7 million per year levy in 2019 and navigating the COVID-19 pandemic as examples.
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Friends, coworkers rally to support local father
“It’s been tough on the family,” said Paul Carelli, Breneman’s coworker and organizer of the concert. Carelli recently completed his own cancer treatment and leaned on Breneman during the difficult time.
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Folklife in the Panhandle — exhibit spotlights art, tradition
His works on display in the exhibit include a forged portrait of slender bird stepping through a marsh and a steel hummingbird probing the splayed leaves of a metal flower.
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Middle school hosts veteran celebration
“I did a poll recently, and I found that in our school, on our staff, more than half of them have somebody very close to them who's a veteran,” Principal Geoff Penrose told attendees. “It’s a part of the Bullpup community. It’s a part of who we are.”
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Local food in the modern era
Perhaps the greatest challenge of all for small agriculture operations is the current food market. In the modern era, local food producers must compete with mass industrialized operations that can drive prices down and create cost expectations for consumers that are difficult to meet.
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Priest River to host benefit dance
The event is slated to include a live DJ set, princess-themed treats made by community members and a shop selling tiaras, necklaces, rings and wands to benefit core programs in the school district.
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Voters reject local taxes, levy
“It’s certainly a disappointment,” Ponderay Mayor Steve Geiger said. “It puts the brakes on a lot of great projects for a while.”
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Ballot measures uncertain after early count
With ballots left to be counted at 10:30 p.m. Tuesday, Bonner County voters were split on a trio of local measures.
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Commissioners work toward trail easement agreement
After Bonner County commissioners examined a revised version of the document Tuesday, the Camp Bay Trail easement agreement appears to be approaching finalization.
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WBCSD answers community questions
Throughout October, West Bonner County School District Superintendent Kim Spacek visited communities across the county for a series of meet and greets to share information about the district’s goals and field questions from stakeholders.
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Local schools trade screens for skies
Kerrigan’s passion for educating shines brightly. He recently approached the Forest Service to acquire thousands of tree seeds, which he plans to help students germinate and plant in the community. He envisions a similar program for native fish in the future and is collaborating with local bike club Pend Oreille …
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Sandpoint’s specters — classic buildings may house more than just history
After walking south past the second light post on the platform, the photographer stepped back to line up the shot and bumped into someone. “I turned around and said, ‘excuse me’ before I realized there was nothing there,” the photographer told the Gunters.
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Cedar Street Bridge to host inaugural charity event
“During the day of the event, every member gets to choose who they're giving back to,” said Mueller. Recipients of the donations will include Bonner County Food Bank, 7B Care Clinic, Bonner County Human Rights Task Force, Sandpoint High School’s volleyball team and other local nonprofits.
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Sagle woman wins $10K sweepstakes
When Samantha Lawson bought fireworks this summer, she had no idea she’d have more to celebrate than Independence Day.
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A lifelong sport — local organizations make skiing attainable
The program is supported by community donations and is sponsored largely by Schweitzer itself. Kids ages 7–17 are eligible to apply before the Oct. 15 deadline each year, and successful candidates receive free ski gear for the winter, a season pass and lessons if they need them.
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Sandpoint’s sweet tooth tour
Craving candy? Look no further than Sandpoint’s assortment of Oct. 31 activities that are sure to scare you silly and satisfy your sugar needs.
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Question, persuade, refer — community takes the reins on suicide prevention
Suicide has been a longtime problem for Idaho; Idaho’s 2022 rate of 22.64 suicides per 100,000 residents significantly outpaced the national rate of 14.91 per 100,000. Idaho’s Public Health District 1 — which comprises Boundary, Bonner, Kootenai, Shoshone and Benewah counties — mirrored the state rate at 22.30 per 100,000.
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West Bonner explores middle school options
The building hasn’t hosted students since school let out last spring. Staring down a budget crunch, trustees voted in June to consolidate 7–12 graders at Priest River Lamanna High School for the 2024/2025 year.
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County hosts ag land ordinance discussion
According to U.S. Census Bureau estimates, Idaho’s population expanded 6.8% between 2020 and 2023 — a rate outpacing the 1% national average for the same period. Legislators passed the law to give landowners a tool to control residential sprawl into working lands as houses are built to accommodate Idaho’s growth.
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BOCC approves baby box agreement
“This has been a many months-long project,” said Bonner County EMS Chief Jeff Lindsey. “It’s a safe way for someone who’s thinking of giving up their baby to be able to do it with anonymity.”
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Seniors balance budgets at finance fair
“Our high school seniors, they’re hungry for this knowledge,” said Jeralyn Mire, post-secondary transition counselor at SHS. “We’re hoping students just start to learn some financial literacy.”
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Sandpoint Council welcomes advertising
If accepted by the standards committee, the agreement would “basically relieve the city of $40,000 worth of equipment purchases that we would otherwise have to do” at the soon-to-be-open James E. Russell Sports Center, Welker said.
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ITD debuts new Sagle highway plan
As ITD plans the expansion, the department is gathering feedback to inform its decision. Ultimately, the department must balance the needs of U.S. 95’s 2,400 commercial vehicles that pass through the corridor each day with those of residents and local business owners.
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WBCSD approves continuous improvement plan
All state districts are required to develop an improvement plan annually to create a roadmap for promoting student performance. The district’s administration team met twice to determine realistic, achievable goals for students before a draft came before trustees at a Sept. 24 special meeting, where community input was incorporated.
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IDE fields grad requirements input
“It’s a monster,” Kemink said of organizing the program. “It’s an amazing experience, but there's some work that goes into pulling it off.”
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BOCC examines appointment practices, audit
According to Zoeller, the Groomer Advisory Board automatically brings reappointment requests before the BOCC if existing members with expiring terms express interest in serving again. Williams suggested posting open positions at the end of terms to ensure community members are aware of the opportunity to get involved.
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Camp Bay easement tabled after calls from public
The decision to table came after members of the public and commissioners scrutinized language in the easement document regarding use conditions for the trail, and after commenters at the business meeting urged commissioners to visit the site before signing off on the easement.
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WBCSD declares emergency, preps for new boiler
The defect was found by a technician during a routine cleaning on Sept. 26. According to a report to trustees from Ryan Carruth, district operations director, flames were escaping from a gap near the return line when the boiler was turned on.
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From family business to industrial operation: Neighbors fight against PDI's expansion in Naples
After community members voiced concern about air quality and other factors, Boundary County commissioners will consider whether to revoke a conditional use permit issued to a Naples furniture manufacturer.
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From family business to industrial operation: Neighbors fight against PDI's expansion in Naples
After community members voiced concern about air quality and other factors, Boundary County commissioners will consider whether to revoke a conditional use permit issued to a Naples furniture manufacturer.
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From family business to industrial operation: Neighbors fight against PDI's expansion in Naples
After community members voiced concern about air quality and other factors, Boundary County commissioners will consider whether to revoke a conditional use permit issued to a Naples furniture manufacturer.
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New mural to brighten Sagle school’s hall
“Crisp, dark lines on a bumpy, lighter wall is a challenge,” Soderberg said. “My nose is pretty much on the wall when I’m doing it,” she added with a laugh.
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Commissioners examine HR, compensation
“If you look at Bonner County, we have a lot of litigation, and some of that has to do with employee to board or elected official-related issues,” Williams added. “This would allow us to start doing a better job of improving the overall employee relationship within Bonner County, and to …
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LPOSD board approves facilities contract, policies
“It was clear that that firm had some really good ideas on how to move forward with that building and similar types of work,” Wallace said.
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Legislative candidates take stage at forum
All candidates were offered time to introduce themselves and make closing remarks. Each of the three candidate groups were presented with a series of questions — including questions submitted by audience members — and had two minutes to respond.
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Sliding high — land trust buys $1.9 million sled hill
On Tuesday, Sandpoint nonprofit Kaniksu Land Trust purchased a 48-acre Dover property for $1.9 million. The move ensures a historic sledding hill enjoyed by residents for nearly a century will remain an asset to the community long into the future.
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Residents condemn proposed Trestle Creek development
Commenters cited concerns that the development catered to a wealthy subset of part-time residents at the cost of environmental and water quality risks, and that Trestle Creek’s role as a spawning ground for kokanee salmon and protected bull trout merited protection from further commercial infrastructure.
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Council amends water, sewer fee rules
“This is not about the cost of them or the amount,” Staglund said of the change. “It’s just about when you pay them.”
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Commissioners consider office shuffle, comment rules
“My concern is we're not budgeting for it,” Williams said of the lease. “We have space here and we can accommodate the exact setup that they have in this building.”
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Local candidates take stage at forum
All candidates were offered time to introduce themselves and make closing remarks. Each of the three candidate groups were presented with a series of questions — including questions submitted by audience members — and had two minutes to respond.
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Forum hosts commissioner contenders
At a Wednesday gathering of candidates, community members, and media personnel, four aspiring Bonner County commissioners spoke about their platforms.
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Weekend expo to showcase survival skills
“You need to be aware of your surroundings and aware of what type of disasters could be in your area,” said Pam Brockus, expo secretary. “Are we going to get a tsunami? No. But in our area, we have power outages, and we have windstorms, snow, and freezing.”
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Bonners Ferry hunt reveals 2 new CWD cases
An August surveillance hunt that yielded 172 samples revealed two new chronic wasting disease-positive white-tailed deer in the Bonners Ferry area.
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BOCC fills planning, zoning seats
Tuesday’s meeting also saw an item introduced by Williams designed to address leakage in the county budget.
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Bonners Ferry hunt reveals 2 new CWD cases
An August surveillance hunt that yielded 172 samples revealed two new chronic wasting disease-positive white-tailed deer in the Bonners Ferry area.
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‘My own private garlic party’
“Not all garlics bite,” she added. “Some kind of dance around your mouth. Some will be mellow and then sneak up on you … Some just go, ‘Bam! Hello, I'm garlic, and you know it.’”
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City to host camp for non-student days
“We want to give them a place to go where they're learning something, and they have other kids to play with,” said Katie Bradbury, Sandpoint’s recreation services superintendent and organizer of the camp.
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Storm batters Boundary, Bonner counties
Much of the damage to power infrastructure occurred around 5 p.m. Wednesday, when bursts of strong wind felled trees and brought down power lines across North Idaho. According to Northern Lights Inc., crews worked to replace 15 broken power poles overnight and restrung downed wires.
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Songwriter round to land downtown Saturday
“People have been playing original music around town for years, and people don't even know it,” he added.
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Ranch gala to benefit youth education, leadership
Proceeds from the event will go toward SOLE’s youth scholarship fund to help kids participate in adventures like rafting the Salmon River. Funds raised will also support SnowSchool — a field study program for local fifth graders.
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Celebration of the flute
“Even though I’ve played flute for so many years, I have a piano keyboard in front of my eyes,” she said. “Having knowledge of the piano helps with every single instrument afterward.”
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Car raffle fundraiser coming to West Bonner
“Our sports fully depend on fundraising.” said Zepeda. “It means a lot to us.”
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WBCSD lands SRO grant
The letter also specified SRO salary and benefits funding for the next two school years, with the caveat that “pending appropriations and lack of required documentation from Year 1 may or may not impact funding for 2025-2026 & 2026-2027 school years.”
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‘Mother of all breeds’
“You're competing with gaming. You're competing with school sports,” she added. “All those things are competing for everybody's dollars and their time.”
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West Bonner welcomes new trustee
When asked about his vision for education in the community, Pound replied that he believed the district should “help the kids that need more help than others” and “get to where we can have long-term teachers who want to stay here.”
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BOCC approves fencing, job description edits
“Two months ago, we had somebody with a warrant for their arrest come in and start knocking on the door of dispatch,” Wheeler added. “That was very concerning for that area not being secured.”
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Army Corps announces Pend Oreille drawdown dates
The Corps has estimated it will take three to five years to completely resolve the gate problem — a timeline some locals have said is inadequate. This year, the dam’s limited functionality slowed summer refill; similar delays may occur until the gate is fixed.
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Council to talk pump track, dog licensing
In the report, Coon shared the possibility of creating a new free licensing program aiming to increase participation and help connect lost dogs with owners more effectively.
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Kegs slide, kids fly at Neighbor Day
In the “keg battle,” teams faced one another and aimed fire hoses at the keg to push it along the wire. When it reached the pole on the opposite end, one team emerged victorious — but both were soaking wet.
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‘Reconnect, repopulate, and recover’
“They're great animals,” said Bader of grizzlies during the presentation. “They're just fascinating. To be feared, for sure, but they're generally pretty peaceful animals.”
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Council approves preliminary plat for eight-home subdivision
With the approval, the applicant Double Penny Partners LLC will proceed with a project designed to ultimately create a new public street and eight new single-family homes.
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LPOSD enters voluntary resolution agreement after Title IX complaint
The complaint originated in July 2021 when Mark Rossmiller alleged LPOSD failed to provide equal athletic opportunities to female students by not accommodating their interests and abilities.
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SHS senior named National Merit Scholarship semifinalist
“It's so easy for parents a lot of times to say, ‘look at our amazing kids. Look what we've done,’” said Vaughn Hughes, Jenna’s father. “Jenna is Jenna. She's the one who's motivated and who works hard,” he added.
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Spacepoint to host rocket engineer Saturday
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Spacepoint to host rocket engineer Saturday
An engineer from Stoke Space, a Kent, Wash.-based space launch company, will present at a 5 p.m. event in Sandpoint on Saturday.
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WaCanId riders kick off 395-mile trek
Zehr is no stranger to long days in the saddle. In 1976 while in college, he cycled coast-to-coast from Oregon to New Jersey: a 2,500-mile odyssey. Nearly 50 years later, he continues to put miles under his belt.
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1% Sandpoint city sales tax headed to November ballot
In two months, Sandpoint residents will decide whether to adopt the tax, which aims to create a long-term funding source for repairing and maintaining streets, alleyways, sidewalks, and paths.
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County unveils new EMS headquarters
“This was sorely needed — for the EMS department particularly,” Ferguson said.
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Enrollment, enthusiasm up after first week of school
“I don't know if it's the nice weather or if students are just excited about the school year, but I think it's going to be a really fantastic year,” Meyer added.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
'A true Renaissance man' — FBCS remembers principal
“Eric was more than a colleague. He was a friend,” Holly Walker, FBCS art teacher, told the crowd. “I had the honor of working alongside Eric for 10 years, and he continued to inspire me year after year.”
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
1% city sales tax headed to November ballot
In two months, Sandpoint residents will decide whether to adopt the tax, which aims to create a long-term funding source for repairing and maintaining streets, alleyways, sidewalks, and paths.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
BOCC approves Lakeland deadline extension
Lakeland requested the extension to allow the district time to accurately determine its enrollment during the first three days of school before deciding if it needs to run an emergency levy in the Nov. 5 election.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Kaniksu Land Trust receives largest easement in organization history
“It’s a big deal,” said Regan Plumb, Kaniksu Land Trust conservation director. “To be able to protect almost an entire watershed and make sure that this stream is safe forever is really unique.”
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Riding for reading
In this year's CHAFE 150, riders braved a surprise front of unseasonable weather that battered cyclists as they pedaled around the Cabinet Mountains east of Lake Pend Oreille. Thanks to the help of many volunteers, 199 participants across the six distances crossed the finish line.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Commissioners approve Oldtown, Dover law enforcement deals
Under the newly approved agreements, the Bonner County Sheriff’s Office will provide all personnel, equipment, supplies, and supervision to protect the towns at a cost of $100 per month to each community.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Generosity on display inside the ‘Resource Closet’
At the end of a long hallway, past more than a dozen classrooms, lies Lake Pend Oreille School District’s Resource Closet — a free inventory of shoes, clothing, backpacks, toiletries, and anything else a student could need to show up to school ready to learn.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Final business meeting for commissioner trio Tuesday
The board of commissioners is headed toward a shakeup following Commissioner Luke Omodt’s Aug. 20 resignation, effective Sept. 7.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Three-month project to begin at Fifth and Pine
In an effort to improve traffic flow, Sandpoint will move the stoplights at the intersection of Fifth Avenue and Church Street one block south.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
City, county examine stray dog responsibilities
All three municipalities have stated that they don’t intend to renew their contracts at the proposed rates and have begun to explore alternative options and assess their legal obligations.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
SPD conducts search, arrests man on substance charge
According to a press release from the department, the search yielded substances suspected to be cocaine, methamphetamines, marijuana, and mushrooms, along with drug-related paraphernalia.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Bonner County finalizes $75M 2025 budget
The budget, which was collaboratively developed by commissioners and department heads, totals $75,213,004 — a 0.4% reduction from 2024.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
BOCC approves seventh change order for Colburn solid waste improvements
The original $6,285,393 price of the contract — awarded to S & L Underground Inc. in April 2023 to modernize the decades-old Colburn solid waste facility ten miles north of Sandpoint — has now grown to $6,610,575.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Council mulls sales tax for November ballot
When Mayor Jeremy Grimm campaigned last year for the highest leadership position in Sandpoint, one of his core tenets was simple — to rehabilitate Sandpoint’s roads. Now, he’s one step away from bringing a proposed solution to voters in November.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
WBCSD finance director resigns
At about midnight Wednesday, West Bonner County School District trustees voted to accept the resignation of finance director Dean Davis, effective Aug. 27.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Council approves 2025 budget, fee changes
City councilors were unanimous Wednesday in votes to approve a final 2025 budget and changes to Sandpoint’s slate of fees.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
WBCSD to run one-year, $1.13 million levy
The levy’s largest single item is a $395,300 allocation to wholly fund all extracurricular and cocurricular activities, including all sports.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO
Local wastewater treatment plants get 2023 report card
Last year’s infractions at the local plants included excess E. coli and suspended solids, as well as a failure to reduce biological oxygen demand — a proxy metric for the level of organic matter.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO
BOCC approves waste collection contract
Under the agreement, Bonner County will pay the contractor $47,735 per month, with the additional per-ton fees of $11.01 for transfer station operation and $95.78 for transportation and disposal.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS AGO
Commissioners talk severance payment, Camp Bay trail, and Proposition 1
After the Bonner County commissioners completed a short list of action items in a meeting Tuesday, members of the board provided updates on ongoing issues and concerns.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS AGO
Council to vote on final budget, new fees
The budget represents a 4.7% reduction from 2024’s $52.97 million total, thanks in part to the elimination of 16 full-time city staff after the July 1 dissolution of the Selkirk Fire Joint Powers Agreement.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS AGO
Nerds summoned to library for Sandemonium
According to Hilton, SCA groups practice “experimental archaeology” by engaging in blacksmithing, soap making, garment weaving, and other traditional activities to gain a better understanding of how people in the past lived.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS AGO
LPOSD enrollment requests rise
“Unless there is chronic absenteeism or chronic behavioral issues, we are not going to deny any seventh through twelfth grader at all,” Meyer said.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS AGO
A gateway to learning — LPOSD sees literacy as an unavoidable stepping stone
“Traditionally, you learn to read from K-3,” said McElroy. “From fourth grade and beyond, you’re reading to learn.”
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS AGO
LPOSD receives career readiness grant
The district proposed the facility as a place for students to develop tangible career skills in sectors including forestry, hospitality, carpentry, and automotive repair.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS AGO
Commissioners approve detention agreements
The detention agreements will allow Boundary County and Montana’s Lincoln County to house inmates at the facility through September 2026.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS AGO
Stray animal services uncertain as final budgets approach
The annual contract amounts proposed by BTAA in March are $19,184 for Ponderay, $65,773 for Sandpoint, and $169,913 for Bonner County. The $254,870 total represents a 1,285% total increase from the 2023 combined amount.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Council approves wastewater plant evaluation contract
“This is a really exciting step for us,” said Grimm of the preliminary report. “It’s monumental, actually.”
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Sandpoint departments present budget needs
The council is seeking to approve Sandpoint’s fiscal year 2025 budget at an Aug. 21 meeting, which will also include a public hearing to facilitate community input for the budget.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Sandpoint building to be recognized as 'orchid'
According to Upton, preserving historic structures is critical because once they’re gone, they don’t come back.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Shakespeare in Sandpoint — MSIP brings love, loss, forgiveness... and sword fighting
As a result, MSIP is bringing forth the humor in “Hamlet.” “We’ve really mined the comedy and the lightness in it,” said O’Toole. “To find the ‘jester Hamlet’ has been fun.”
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
WBCSD gives fundraising update, approves SRO contract
“We are deeply grateful for the incredible community members who are stepping up and finding creative ways to raise money for our district,” said Kenny. “It's commendable that all the fundraising efforts being paid are being paid for out of people’s personal pockets at no cost to the district.”
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
BOCC talks budget items
“If the county were giving out money, it needs to be spread across the entire county, not to an individual community center,” said Williams. The commissioner encouraged community members to make their voices heard at the Aug. 26 hearing, during which the county will aim to adopt a budget.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Sandpoint to dig into 2025 budget, discuss local sales tax
Wednesday’s meeting will be held at 5:30 p.m. at City Hall, 1123 Lake St., and livestreamed on Zoom.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
West Bonner considers levy options
The deadline for submitting a November ballot question is Sept. 6. If the board wants to ask voters to pass a levy this election season, it will need to bring forth and approve a ballot resolution at its last regular meeting Aug. 21 or schedule a special meeting before Sept. …
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
WBCSD seeks trustee applicants
Once appointed, the new Zone 3 trustee will serve for the remainder of Reinbold’s term, which expires in January 2028.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
BOCC approves easement, discusses budget
SANDPOINT — The Bonner County commissioners voted unanimously Tuesday to approve an easement that will enable the county to improve and maintain a section of Sunnyside Road.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Making music — a backstage look at how the Festival at Sandpoint hosts 20,000 concertgoers each summer
“It’s similar to the airport — if the airport has done things correctly, you should just fly through TSA, have your ticket ready, and go on your plane,” Roget explained. “But of course, things happen.”
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
WBCSD to hold special meeting
The special meeting will be the first board event since the resignation of trustee Troy Reinbold was announced on July 17.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Reptile Man slithers into Sandpoint
As the zookeeper held up “Lucy,” the young American alligator suddenly became nervous and relieved itself over the front row of spectators.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Small wildland fire discovered, extinguished in Sandpoint
The burned area is adjacent to Chuck Slough and just east of the Baldfoot disc golf course. The eastern edge of the area is a handful of yards from a railway. No structures appear to have been affected by the fire.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
Camp Invention stokes STEM interest
Camp Invention, a five-day STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics) education event for kids between kindergarten and sixth grade, arrived in the Sandpoint area for the first time on Monday.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
BOCC announces property tax discussion
In a July 23 meeting, the Bonner County Commissioners announced that at 1 p.m. on July 30, Bonner County will host a discussion with officials from Idaho’s 2nd legislative district about property taxes.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO
‘Gala for Goals’ to raise funds tomorrow
The gala aims to raise funds for new soccer goals for kids of all ages to be installed at the Field of Dreams, a new Ponderay sports complex set to officially open on Aug. 29.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO
42nd Festival at Sandpoint approaches
On Thursday evening, concertgoers will flock to War Memorial Field to welcome the jam rock band Blues Traveler and kick off the 2024 Festival at Sandpoint. In total, the venue will host nine shows over 11 days for what is slated to be one of the most exciting weeks of …
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 MONTHS, 4 WEEKS AGO
Council eliminates administrator seat, adds department head positions
The Sandpoint City Council voted 5-1 on Wednesday to eliminate the vacant city administrator post and add three new department head positions.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS AGO
Sandpoint council adopts comp plan
After the vote passed, many in the audience and several members of the council broke into applause. During a short recess following the vote, Mayor Jeremy Grimm celebrated by high fiving with councilors.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS AGO
'Paw patrol' program kicks off
“The geese here produce over 300 pounds of waste a day,” said Jason Welker, Sandpoint’s community planning and development director and the coordinator of the new program. “It’s disgusting.”
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS AGO
Skydiving caravan to drop by Friday
If you’ve ever wanted to soar over Sandpoint, Friday may be your best chance to do it.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS AGO
Classic boats make waves
SANDPOINT — From Friday to Sunday, dozens of vintage watercraft dropped anchor at Sandpoint marina for a sun-soaked weekend of events at the Sandpoint Antique & Classic Boat Show.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS AGO
Council to meet, host hearing
SANDPOINT — The Sandpoint City Council is holding its regular meeting tomorrow with several items of new business on the agenda. The highlight, however, is a public hearing that will determine whether the council’s proposed comprehensive plan is approved.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS AGO
Understanding the proposed Sandpoint comp plan
The plan has been in development since 2019, but delays from the COVID-19 pandemic, administrative changes, and calls from the community for greater public involvement have pushed the project back.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
LPOSD drafts new learning materials policy
In its first meeting since the enactment of Idaho House Bill 710, the Lake Pend Oreille School District board brought forth a draft of a new “learning materials review and reconsideration” policy.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
SURA shares 2025 budget request
The request’s sum is $2.32 million, and the primary items are the design and acquisition costs of the downtown revitalization and Great Northern Road projects.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
LPOSD board unveils 10-year facility plan
Sandpoint Middle School is slated to receive major renovations in the coming years.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Cheers to the 10th Beerfest
SANDPOINT — As the temperature rose on Saturday, attendees of Beerfest at the Beach were chilling with a little help from local brewers.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 1 WEEK AGO
Grimm lifts remote comment restrictions
SANDPOINT — After discussing the matter with city staff and council on Wednesday, Sandpoint Mayor Jeremy Grimm announced he will lift limitations on livestream viewers’ ability to speak during council meetings.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Sandpoint City Council greenlights additional $106K for Travers Park projects
SANDPOINT — On Wednesday evening, the Sandpoint City Council voted 4-1 to approve a change order that will add $106,000 to the Travers Park playground and splash pad project.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Hop over to Beerfest at the Beach
SANDPOINT — The Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce is serving up the 10th edition of Beerfest at the Beach this Saturday, from noon to 5 p.m. Attendees can enjoy regional beverages, live music, and — according to the forecast — pristine weather.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Sweet victory at the Clark Fork Fourth of July celebration
On Thursday, Clark Fork celebrated Independence Day with a 5k run, turtle races, axe throwing, and a watermelon eating contest.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Sandpoint releases final draft of comp plan
SANDPOINT — After 15 years, Sandpoint’s guiding document is set to receive a major update.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Sandpoint City Council to examine Travers Park construction, remote public comment policy
The meeting will also feature a presentation from Better Together Animal Alliance. City council meetings are held at Sandpoint City Hall, 1123 Lake St., and are livestreamed on Zoom at https://www.sandpointidaho.gov/your-government/meetings.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Peace run visits Sandpoint for first time in 12 years
With storm clouds looming over Lake Pend Oreille, the torch bearer of the Sri Chinmoy Oneness-Home Peace Run arrived in Sandpoint on Monday afternoon. After a 77-mile day, the international team of relay runners rested for the night in Ponderay before resuming their 10,000-mile trek around the U.S. on Tuesday.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
Demonstrators gather to support library, protest enactment of HB 710
SANDPOINT — More than 50 people gathered outside Sandpoint's public library yesterday to show support for the library and protest the enactment of House Bill 710. The state law, which went into effect July 1, requires libraries to restrict minors' access to "harmful" material.
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 2 WEEKS AGO
New city, education reporter joins Daily Bee
Hello! My name is Eric Welch; I’m pleased to be the newest staff member at the Bonner County Daily Bee. As a city and education reporter, I’ll have the privilege of sharing the latest developments in the city of Sandpoint and in Bonner County’s schools. I look forward to discovering …
BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 9 MONTHS, 3 WEEKS AGO
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