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Sheriff: Sharp fundraiser is a scam

Beware a GoFundMe scam to allegedly benefit Army Sgt. 1st Class Brian Sharp, said the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office on Saturday.

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Blue-green algae found in Upper Twin Lake

COEUR d’ALENE — Visitors to Upper Twin Lake, take heed. Today the Panhandle Health District and the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality issued a health advisory after finding cyanobacteria, sometimes called blue-green algae or a harmful algal bloom, present in elevated levels in Upper Twin Lake.

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Fulcher explains NATO vote

COEUR d’ALENE — Idaho’s newest congressman, Rep. Russ Fulcher, said he hadn’t heard anything from his constituents about NATO before or since the NATO Support Act came up for a vote on Tuesday.

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Perils of plowing are eased by teamwork

HAYDEN — When it comes to cleaning up one of Mother Nature’s messes, conscientious public servants don’t care who gets the credit.

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Avista: One is done

POST FALLS — Avista has officially closed the door on its proposed $5.3 billion merger with Canada-based Hydro One.

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Avista: One and done on merger

POST FALLS — Avista has officially closed the door on its proposed $5.3 billion merger with Canada-based Hydro One.

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Those durn berms Wet dumper made plowing even tougher than usual

HAYDEN — Wednesday’s wet, heavy snowfall made the morning miserable for many a Hayden resident.

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North Idaho lawmakers propose end to legal abortion

POST FALLS — State Reps. John Green and Heather Scott unveiled a draft of their Idaho Abortion Human Rights Act on Tuesday. The bill would end the exemption for abortion from Idaho murder laws. The authors say the exemption is inconsistent with the state constitution’s protection of life.

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Lakes Highway District OKs school traffic concept

HAYDEN — The prospects for a new elementary school on Prairie Avenue got better on Monday night. Lakes Highway District commissioners voted 2-1 to accept the Coeur d’Alene School District’s proposal for traffic flow at its proposed elementary school site on Prairie Avenue. Commissioners Rod Twete and Weston Montgomery voted …

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Legislators like new funding proposal

COEUR d’ALENE — Kootenai County legislators spoke out in support of a new public school funding formula presented last week.

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Park(ing) Place For downtown Cd'A visitors, options abound to rest your rig

COEUR d’ALENE — Tourist season is sneaking up on the bustling, visitor-friendly city of Coeur d’Alene, which is finally prepared to offer ample places for drivers to park downtown.

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Kootenai County legislators get assignments

COEUR d’ALENE — Kootenai County’s state legislative delegation is spread out across a multitude of committees in this year’s legislative session.

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SNAP dates change during shutdown

The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare said Wednesday that most Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program recipients will receive their February benefits on Sunday, Jan. 20 instead of their normal dates in February.

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Abuse reporting scrutinized in Cd'A

COEUR d’ALENE — School officials in Coeur d’Alene might change the district’s abuse and neglect reporting policy.

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Post Falls trustees seek bond, levy

POST FALLS — Trustees for the Post Falls School District sent voters two items for their consideration on the upcoming March 12 ballot.

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Teens aren't morning people

COEUR d’ALENE — Discussions about first-period bell times at high schools appear to be on the horizon in Coeur d’Alene.

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Another banner year for Windermere Home sales remain hot; downturn in 2020 predicted

COEUR d’ALENE — The real estate market continued to sizzle in 2018, a fact celebrated Friday morning by nearly 200 attendees of Windermere Coeur d’Alene Realty’s 18th annual Agent Award Ceremony and Breakfast.

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New policies may pinch taxpayers Here's what you need to do

COEUR d’ALENE — This spring, many an Idaho taxpayer is in for a surprise.

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Hayden upholds zone map amendment denial

HAYDEN — The City Council stepped up to preserve the rural feel of one of Hayden’s last open spaces. Developer Jim Taigen of Mead, Wash., had applied for a zone map amendment of his 4.36 acres in the North Chateaux Drive neighborhood last fall. The city’s planning and zoning commission …

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Idaho education focus of new business study

COEUR d’ALENE — A group of Idaho businesses is planning to study how the state’s public education system needs to adapt for the state to compete in coming years.

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Little off to a good start, legislators say

COEUR d’ALENE — Kootenai County legislators supported many of the proposals in new Idaho Gov. Brad Little’s State of the State speech Monday.

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Board considers changes to suicide prevention policy

COEUR d’ALENE — As students return to school after the Christmas break, suicide prevention remains a top priority at the Coeur d’Alene School District. With that goal in mind, trustees and Superintendent Steve Cook debated a possible change to district policies Monday night.

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Speedy drones to assist local first responders

COEUR d’ALENE — First responders in the area may soon have the benefit of visual information at the scene, before they arrive on the scene.

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Regulators reject Hydro One deal

COEUR d’ALENE — Ontario politicians exert too much control over Hydro One for Idaho law to permit the $5.3 billion sale of Avista to Hydro One, the Idaho Public Utilities Commission said Thursday. “In this case, we find the Applicants have failed to carry their burden under Idaho Code 61-327.”

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Idaho regulators reject Hydro One deal

COEUR d’ALENE — Ontario politicians exert too much control over Hydro One for Idaho law to permit the $5.3 billion sale of Avista to Hydro One, the Idaho Public Utilities Commission said Thursday. “In this case, we find the applicants have failed to carry their burden under Idaho Code $ …

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Census survey shows societal change

COEUR d’ALENE — Our area is changing, and the U.S. Census Bureau is putting numbers to some of the more profound shifts.

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Census survey highlights changes

COEUR d’ALENE — Our area is changing, and the U.S. Census Bureau is putting numbers to some of the more profound shifts.

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Hangover Handicap raises $15,000 for Tesh

COEUR d’ALENE — About 340 people began their new year with a fun run that raised $15,000 for local residents with disabilities. Tesh’s 42nd annual Hangover Handicap Fun Run included everyone from youngest child Quinn, who slept in the stroller pushed by Ben and Lindsey Widmyer, to youngest runner Lennox …

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IC aims to Launch 2019 right

COEUR d’ALENE — Innovators and ordinary folks alike need time for personal growth, said local tech investor Nick Smoot. That’s why the Innovation Collective is planning a two-day seminar designed to help people launch the best new year of their lives.

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Love, daring inspire Polar Bears

COEUR d’ALENE — They streamed in, like fans flocking to buy front-row tickets for a favorite band’s concert. They gathered on Sanders Beach where faint wisps of snow were still evident in the sand. With 15 minutes to go, they poured in by the hundreds. Local roads clogged and revellers …

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Kootenai Health welcomes first baby of 2019

COEUR d’ALENE — Born at 9:02 a.m. Tuesday, Jeriah James Taylor was Kootenai Health’s first baby of the new year. The baby boy is the firstborn child of Hayden resident Katlynn Rene’e Taylor, 19.

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NIBCA confident after court decision

HAYDEN — The leader of the North Idaho Building Contractors Association says the organization remains confident following an Idaho Supreme Court decision last week on NIBCA’s lawsuit against the city of Hayden. The lawsuit centers on the legality of Hayden’s sewer capitalization fees.

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Holidays deliver presents to bowlers, movie lovers

POST FALLS — If you’ve stood in lines lately to see a movie or attempt a strike at local bowling alleys, you’re not alone. Recreation has been hot business at the close of 2018.

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Supremes send NIBCA case back

HAYDEN — City Hall is breathing easier after the Idaho Supreme Court on Friday vacated a district court ruling on its long-running feud with the North Idaho Building Contractors Association.

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Key school program needs helping hands

COEUR d’ALENE — For the first time in its 28-year history, the Coeur d’Alene School District’s School PLUS program has capped its enrollment.

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Plunge or Hangover: Different strokes

COEUR d’ALENE — It’s almost the first of the year. And again it starts with a crazy resolution: to freeze.

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AG zings IFF lawsuit

COEUR d’ALENE — The Idaho Attorney General’s office came out swinging against a lawsuit filed by local resident Brent Regan to stop Prop 2 from taking effect.

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Shutdown pain? Not much (yet)

COEUR d’ALENE — The impact of the partial federal shutdown has varied among federal agencies. Local offices of the U.S. Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management have shut down during the lapse in federal funding.

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Idaho inmates bring comfort to others

COEUR d’ALENE — As more Americans turn to weighted blankets for their calming, soothing effects, inmates with the Idaho Department of Correction are making life a little better for people around the state.

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Changes coming for Idaho Democrats

COEUR d’ALENE — The Idaho Democratic Party will come under new management next spring.

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School district officials worry new website could mislead

COEUR d’ALENE — The Idaho State Department of Education rolled out its new K-12 Report Card last week on a new website, idahoschools.org.

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Opt-out on tap in 2019: Does 2-1 vote loom?

COEUR d’ALENE — Repealing the “opt-out” provision in Kootenai County Building Code Ordinance No. 522 will likely be at the forefront when Kootenai County’s new commissioners take office next month.

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Seniors fuel growth - and feel its impact

COEUR d’ALENE — While growth in the local student population has recently sparked debates about schools and roads, the county’s fastest-growing population is on the other end of the age spectrum.

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CDA 271 seeks $20M per year for two years

COEUR d’ALENE — Trustees for the Coeur d’Alene School District gave the go-ahead for a two-year, $20 million per year maintenance and operations levy Monday night. The measure will appear on the March 12, 2019, ballot.

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Grocery tax could be gone in 2019

COEUR d’ALENE — Local legislators are primed to repeal the 6 percent grocery tax, with Governor-elect Brad Little ready to sign it into law. His predecessor, Gov. Butch Otter, vetoed a tax repeal bill in 2017.

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State ed chief tours Kootenai County

COEUR d’ALENE — Area schools got a visit Wednesday from Superintendent of Public Instruction Sherri Ybarra. Ybarra is touring the state this month to listen to school district officials, teachers, and students.

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Mr. Fulcher goes to Washington

COEUR d’ALENE — Incoming freshman congressman Russ Fulcher said he’s “not naive” about what his role will be in Washington, D.C. As the new kid on the block and as part of the minority party, he doesn’t anticipate the next Speaker of the House, Rep. Nancy Pelosi, to be asking …

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Hayden: No change to impact fees

HAYDEN — An impact fee study committee recommended no increases to impact fees this year, said consultant Connie Krueger to City Council members Tuesday night. The council unanimously adopted the committee’s recommendations, with the caveat that the city reserves the right to increase impact fees in the future.

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HOA Christmas dispute isn't over

HAYDEN — Both sides of a legal dispute in the West Hayden Estates Homeowners Association filed new papers in the U.S. District Court last weekend.

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Dust settles, students beam Big high school projects finished

COEUR d’ALENE — The Timberwolves and Vikings have plenty to celebrate this weekend. Both schools now enjoy new space to compete — on the court and in the classroom — funded by local bond payers.

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Prairie school a step closer

HAYDEN — Lakes Highway District commissioners voted 2-1 Thursday to begin drawing up an agreement that could open the door to a new elementary school on Prairie Avenue for Coeur d’Alene School District.

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Meeting to address Prairie school plan

COEUR d’ALENE — Heading into a special meeting Thursday, the Lakes Highway District and Coeur d’Alene School District have entered uncharted waters.

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Board supports levy hike Decision to approve ballot language delayed

COEUR d’ALENE — After extensive debate Monday, Coeur d’Alene School District board members decided to put off approving ballot language for a supplemental levy increase.

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School district gets earful from survey

COEUR d’ALENE — Eight hundred and twenty-seven local residents made their voices heard in an online survey conducted by the Coeur d’Alene School District.

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The people's Prop 2 faces court challenge

COEUR d’ALENE — Voters overwhelmingly passed Proposition 2 last month, but its opponents aren’t going down without a fight.

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Change is coming to Hayden Avenue

HAYDEN — Motorists and pedestrians can look forward to a safer stretch of Hayden Avenue beginning next summer, said city public works director Alan Soderling on Wednesday night. He and city engineer Rob Wright answered questions by local businessmen and residents about the city’s wide-reaching project to transform Hayden Avenue …

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Hydro One hearing: Lawyer, execs spar

BOISE — The Idaho Public Utilities Commission heard the first day of a two-day technical hearing on the sale of Avista to Hydro One Monday. Avista Customer Group attorney Norm Semanko grilled Hydro One executives throughout the day as to how Hydro One’s acquisition of Avista might comply with state …

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Locals hunt Black Friday deals - on Thursday, of course

COEUR d’ALENE — If you think Black Friday is dead, you don’t know Traci Miller of Coeur d’Alene or Scott Doering of Spokane Valley.

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The ART and SCIENCE of the SPECTACULAR Much work goes into an 8-minute fireworks eruption

COEUR d’ALENE — Thousands will throng the shores of Lake Coeur d’Alene tonight to see Duane and Lola Hagadone’s annual Thanksgiving weekend gift to the community, a fireworks spectacular.

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Jury sides with Morris family in this unusual Christmas story

HAYDEN — A federal jury recently put the West Hayden Estates Homeowners Association on Santa’s naughty list for religious discrimination in violation of the federal Fair Housing Act, ordering $75,000 in compensatory damages to go to the Jeremy Morris family.

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Idaho: Gem of civility Entire Legislature earns state award

COEUR d’ALENE — The National Institute for Civil Discourse has dubbed Idaho America’s most civil state in the union.

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Hayden talks next steps for levy

HAYDEN — In the aftermath of Hayden’s leaders first putting an override levy on the Nov. 6 ballot, then recommending voters nix the proposition, City Council chair Roger Saterfiel suggested Tuesday night that the city form a committee to look into the issue more closely. Saterfiel told his fellow council …

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Christmas comes to Hayden Dec. 1

HAYDEN — The season of cheer is here. On Saturday, Dec. 1, Hayden’s annual lights parade and Christmas tree lighting ceremony will take place at McIntire Family Park.

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Schools offer prizes for higher attendance

COEUR d’ALENE — The combination of special holidays and seasonal illnesses usually leads to a dip in school attendance this time of year.

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Avista spokesman, GOP spar over utility sale

POST FALLS — Avista’s senior director for government relations weathered a storm of questions at Friday’s Panhandle Pachyderms meeting.

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Indoor soccer facility rises

POST FALLS — Construction of a new indoor soccer facility is underway at the intersection of Prairie Avenue and Huetter Road.

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Idahoans have cheapest average utility bill in U.S.

COEUR d’ALENE — Idaho has the lowest average monthly utility rates in the nation, according to a study by Move.org.

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Say what? Say Roar!

COEUR d’ALENE — Jeff Drew is a man on a mission. Quiet but intense, he is the founder of Say Roar Studios here in Coeur d’Alene.

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Hayden changes parking rules during snow

HAYDEN — With snowfall already in the books this month, the city of Hayden is asking residents to be prepared to move their vehicles off the roads whenever three or more inches of snow are on their way.

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Hayden salutes veterans

HAYDEN — Local residents thronged Hayden’s annual Veterans Day ceremony on a cold Monday morning to honor those who have served in the United States armed forces.

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Kootenai County crowned Ybarra education queen

COEUR d’ALENE — According to election results, Superintendent of Public Instruction Sherri Ybarra’s victory Tuesday was due in no small part to Kootenai County voters. The incumbent Republican chief of schools staved off her Democratic challenger, Cindy Wilson, by 17,127 votes statewide. That was less than her margin of victory …

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Proposition 2: Now fight begins

COEUR d’ALENE — The petitioning, door knocking and media coverage worked.

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Highway district vote imperils Prairie school

COEUR d’ALENE — The prospects for a new elementary school building on Prairie Avenue hit a major speed bump Monday night when Lakes Highway District commissioners voted to table a permit request for the new school.

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Cd'A School District considers additional funds for levy, bond

COEUR d’ALENE — Coeur d’Alene School District officials sought guidance from board members Monday night about their $16 million supplemental maintenance and operations levy’s future. Superintendent Steve Cook suggested the board consider making it permanent, plus grow it by another $4 million. Cook also touched on a $34 million bond …

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Expert says cool heads needed to combat crises

COEUR d’ALENE — Your kids won’t talk to you about school safety because you freak out when the topic comes up.

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Where in the world is Alanna Brooks?

COEUR d’ALENE — Most candidates have been stumping hard for months, reaching out to voters every way possible.

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Senators oppose Prop 2

COEUR d’ALENE — Two senators from Kootenai County joined colleagues from across the Gem State to oppose Proposition 2 in an Oct. 31 press release. Sen. Mary Souza and Sen. Steve Vick shared Sen. Steven Thayn’s concerns that the proposed expansion of Medicaid may come back to haunt Idaho in …

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Humble seeks Idaho secretary of state office

COEUR d’ALENE — Jill Humble isn’t content with the way Idahoans vote. She wants to make the process easier, and to bring more people into the voting booth.

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Leaf named Cd'A Realtor of the Year

COEUR d’ALENE — The Coeur d’Alene Association of Realtors named Jan Leaf its 2018 CAR Realtor of the Year on Sept. 18.

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Prop 1's real impact on schools debated

POST FALLS — Advertisements for Proposition 1, which would again legalize the limited use of historical horse racing machines in Idaho, feature promises by track owners that they will donate 100 percent of their net profits to Idaho schools, communities, and health care services.

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Early voting setting records in county

COEUR d’ALENE — The hottest new place in town doesn’t have a cover charge, but its very existence cost many Americans the ultimate price. The Kootenai County Elections Department is seeing staggering early voter turnout this year, said deputy county clerk Jennifer Locke on Tuesday.

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Mutiny on the USS Republicana

COEUR d’ALENE — Gridlock in Boise would be better than the continued reign of the Idaho Republican Party’s ruling class, say some North Idaho conservatives.

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Ybarra: Keep school momentum going

COEUR d’ALENE — Superintendent of Public Instruction Sherri Ybarra wants four more years to continue the positive momentum she has built.

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County candidates clash at forum

COEUR d’ALENE — If Kootenai County voters can be grateful for one thing this election year, it’s that they have the luxury of choosing from county candidates who offer genuinely different choices.

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District 4: Hot button issues show differences

COEUR d’ALENE — Candidates vying to represent District 4 at the state capitol squared off at a forum Tuesday night. Education, health care, the economy, and experience topped the discussions.

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Incident prompts review of CHS policy

COEUR d’ALENE — Coeur d’Alene High School has updated its end-of-day policies after an incident on Friday.

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Business experience, childrens' futures motivate McGeachin

COEUR d’ALENE — After serving in the state House of Representatives for 10 years, in 2012 Janice McGeachin returned to the private sector in Idaho Falls. Along with her husband, she has spent the last six years managing a regional auto repair shop, a wholesale parts distribution company, a small …

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Cook: Threat referred to a different CHS

COEUR d’ALENE — A threat on social media Thursday referring to a “CHS” apparently had no connection to Coeur d’Alene High School, said Coeur d’Alene School District Superintendent Steve Cook on Friday.

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No smelter. Doctor's orders.

COEUR d’ALENE — The proposed PacWest silicon smelter in Newport, Wash. would be bad for the health of residents in North Idaho, Eastern Washington, and Western Montana, said several local doctors on Tuesday.

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State education board adopts new funding model

COEUR d’ALENE — On Thursday the Idaho State Board of Education approved a plan to fund Idaho’s public colleges and universities based on the number of graduates they produce.

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State board adopts new funding model

COEUR d’ALENE — On Thursday the Idaho State Board of Education approved a plan to fund Idaho’s public colleges and universities based on the number of graduates they produce.

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Idaho grads average 22.3 on ACT

COEUR d’ALENE — The ACT released scores on 2018 high school graduates today. According to the ACT report, the 36 percent of Idaho high school graduates that took the ACT this year scored an average 22.3 on the test.

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Will Breadbots rule the grocery world?

COEUR d’ALENE — It’s fresh, it’s hot, it’s good.

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New LCSC president enthusiastic about school's future

COEUR d’ALENE — Lewis-Clark State College offers a private school experience at a public school price.

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Candidate defends stance that she's the 'real Idahoan' in race

COEUR d’ALENE — During a Press interview Thursday, Democratic gubernatorial candidate Paulette Jordan doubled down on her Sept. 21 comments with 670 KBOI radio host Nate Shelman that she is “the only real Idahoan, the only real American running for this position as governor of a state in our country.”

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Jordan outlines path to victory

COEUR d’ALENE — Democratic nominee for governor and former state legislator Paulette Jordan says her background has prepared her to serve as the Gem State’s next governor.

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Collum: Know me and you'll vote for me

COEUR d’ALENE — “People have to know who I am, know my opponent, and consider who is the better qualified person. And that’s all it takes.”

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Howard knows he's running uphill

COEUR d’ALENE — W. Scott Howard is a gold Libertarian in a world of Republican red and Democratic blue.

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Full house discusses Hayden levy override

HAYDEN — City officials met with city residents Tuesday night to discuss the upcoming Nov. 6 levy override vote.

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Changing the world, blockchain by blockchain

COEUR d’ALENE — Imagine a world without the internet, without smartphones, without wireless technologies. The world of the 1980s was a clickity-clack world of typewriters, ringing phones mounted to walls, and cords stretched like trip hazards across kitchen floors while kids waited for commercials to be over so they could …

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Candidates, voters get cozy

COEUR d’ALENE — Candidates for county office and state legislative districts across Kootenai County gathered for a unique experience Monday night. The Kootenai County League of Women Voters’ “Candidating” event pitted voters and candidates in a speed-dating environment that the two groups thoroughly enjoyed. The LWV President Bonnie Douglas said …

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Did math classes violate board policies?

COEUR d’ALENE — Some officials and teachers at the Coeur d’Alene School District may have violated district policy by implementing a new math curriculum without board approval last year.

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Community organizer running for Congress

COEUR d’ALENE — Cristina McNeil, Democratic nominee for Idaho’s First Congressional District currently represented by Rep. Raul Labrador, is out to usher a blue wave into Congress this year.

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Green issues dominate forum

COEUR d’ALENE — Citizens grilled three Kootenai County Commission candidates on all issues environmental Tuesday night in downtown Coeur d’Alene.

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Progress on new school plans

COEUR d’ALENE — Plans for one or two new schools are moving forward, reported Coeur d’Alene School District officials Monday night.

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Building code opt-out may be on way out

COEUR d’ALENE — What fate might befall Kootenai County’s building code opt-out provision once the November elections have passed? In a survey of three county commission candidates plus the county’s lone remaining commissioner, the provision officially known as Kootenai County Ordinance 522 is likely on death row.

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New building coming along NICE-ly

COEUR d’ALENE — Construction of the long-awaited North Idaho Collaborative Education building is underway at North Idaho College.

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Education leaders rewarded

COEUR d’ALENE — Leadership premiums paid to Coeur d’Alene School District teachers and staff this year will amount to approximately $514,800. The school board approved this year’s estimated schedule of leadership premiums during its Sept. 10 meeting.

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NIC considers new gym, new sports

COEUR d’ALENE — North Idaho College is considering adding at least two new sports, said vice president for student services Graydon Stanley on Wednesday. If approved, the programs would begin no earlier than fall 2020.

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Hey, whatever floats your box

COEUR d’ALENE — For the sixth year, Woodland Middle School eighth-graders set sail across Kootenai Health’s McGrane Center pool in vessels of cardboard and duct tape.

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Expert: Idaho unemployment might be near rock bottom

COEUR d’ALENE — Coeur d’Alene added 300 jobs in August, according to the Idaho Department of Labor. The department also reported that unemployment declined statewide in August to 2.8 percent.

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Medical expo coming to Cd'A

COEUR d’ALENE — Twenty-three companies creating cutting-edge technology in the health care sector will take part in the inaugural Medical Advancement Expo here Oct. 6-7. The expo will be hosted by Northwest Specialty Hospital.

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Cd'A among leaders in state GDP growth

COEUR d’ALENE — Idaho’s largest metro areas are growing faster than the national average, according to new numbers released by the U.S. Commerce Department Bureau of Economic Analysis.

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Historic home set to float

COEUR d’ALENE — A 115-year-old home will set sail across Lake Coeur d’Alene early Wednesday morning.

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Coast Guardsmen reunite in Cd'A

COEUR d’ALENE — Telling tales of derring-do might satisfy some, but for around 100 Coast Guardsmen who came together Friday night at the Best Western Plus Coeur d’Alene Inn, doing the daring deeds themselves was the best part. This year’s event was the third Coast Guard reunion that Coeur d’Alene …

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Amador gets look at future of politics

COEUR d’ALENE — Rep. Paul Amador was one of nearly 50 state legislators from across the country to take part in the Millennial Action Project’s second Future Summit July 29 in Malibu, Calif.

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Shakeup at Jordan HQ no problem, says campaign

The Democratic Party’s nominee for governor, former Rep. Paulette Jordan, is confident that changes in her campaign staff less than two months from Election Day will be for the best, she said in a press release Saturday.

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Trying to rock the vote in North Idaho

COEUR d’ALENE — The Civic Engagement Alliance’s first Civic Action Festival went off without a hitch Saturday. More than two dozen candidates and groups were represented at the event, which organizer Jessica Mahuron said was designed to get more people involved in the electoral process this year.

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Cd'A School District buys 40 acres

The Coeur d’Alene School Board voted unanimously Thursday to purchase 40 acres of land near Huetter Road for $1.2 million. The land will be used for new schools in future years but is not anticipated to be used immediately.

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Small pills, huge problem

COEUR d’ALENE — Local experts came together Wednesday to tackle the opioid crisis in Kootenai County.

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Feud erupts over honor, transparency

HAYDEN — Sparks flew Tuesday night when council president Roger Saterfiel and council member Richard Panabaker took turns attacking council member Matt Roetter over comments about transparency that the duo felt offended their honor.

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Hayden: No four-way sign needed at intersection

HAYDEN — A traffic study found that there was not enough traffic, or risk, to warrant a four-way stop sign at the intersection of east Lacey Avenue and north Maple Street, said public works director Alan Soderling Tuesday night.

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New property, multiple schools?

COEUR d’ALENE — The acquisition of 40 acres of land on Huetter Road for future school buildings is still in the works, said Coeur d’Alene School District Superintendent Steve Cook on Monday night.

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Court denies Hart's appeal

COEUR d’ALENE — Phil Hart’s appeal to the Idaho Supreme Court came up short on Friday.

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Court denies Hart's appeal

COEUR d’ALENE — Phil Hart’s appeal to the Idaho Supreme Court came up short on Friday.

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Coffee, pancakes, and county politics

COEUR d’ALENE — Citizens and candidates talked county issues over pancakes and coffee Friday morning at the International House of Pancakes in Coeur d’Alene.

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When it's time for a change, grow tomatoes

SAGLE — They attract customers at the Kootenai County Farmers Market, grace tables at the Davenport Hotel, and are in demand by produce managers at groceries across North Idaho and eastern Washington. Some of the area’s tastiest, most colorful organic tomatoes are made right here at Deerfield Farms.

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NIC retools to help students succeed

COEUR d’ALENE — North Idaho College is rolling out a plan to help students avoid unnecessary costs and to reach their postsecondary educational aspirations.

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Governor's Cup hoisted in Cd'A this week

COEUR d’ALENE — Now in its 44th year, the Idaho Governor’s Cup returns to Coeur d’Alene today. This year’s event at The Coeur d’Alene Resort will include more than 600 participants and lasts through Saturday evening.

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Gov candidate asked about record; responds

COEUR d’ALENE — Chairing state task forces on transportation and cybersecurity, shepherding legislators in the state’s biggest property tax decrease, and recruiting businesses to locate in the Gem State are some of Lt. Gov. Brad Little’s accomplishments as legislator and lieutenant governor, he said Wednesday.

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School leaders have their first days, too

COEUR d’ALENE — It wasn’t just the first day back to school for students at the Coeur d’Alene School District yesterday. Four of the district’s schools welcomed new leaders on Tuesday. As they embarked upon the new year, the new principals struck notes of optimism, determination, and realism based on …

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NIC elections uncontested

COEUR d’ALENE — Barring write-in candidates, elections for North Idaho College’s board of trustees will be uncontested. As of the Tuesday filing deadline, only the three incumbents up for re-election had filed to run for their current seats, said NIC vice president Chris Martin.

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DEERFIELD FARMS

SAGLE — They attract customers at the Kootenai County Farmers Market, grace tables at the Davenport Hotel, and are in demand by produce managers at groceries across North Idaho and eastern Washington. Some of the area’s tastiest, most colorful organic tomatoes are made right here at Deerfield Farms.

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TEACHER PAY Will Washington tidal wave ripple into Idaho?

COEUR d’ALENE — Sharp pay increases next door in Washington might transform the way teachers in Idaho get paid.

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Event aims to increase voting; 'nonpartisan' questioned

COEUR d’ALENE — An ambitious and fun voter registration drive is set to take place at City Park from 4-8 p.m. Sept. 15. The inaugural Civic Action Festival, led by members of the newly formed Civic Engagement Alliance, intends to bring local voters into contact with issues and candidates on …

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Hayden voters to decide on future

HAYDEN — With council member Matt Roetter voting against, the Hayden City Council approved ballot language calling for a $1,633,000 levy rate override at a town hall meeting Tuesday night. Voters will decide to approve or defeat the measure at the ballot box Nov. 6. Passage requires 60 percent approval. …

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Social media expertise coming to Cd'A

COEUR d’ALENE — What does Coeur d’Alene have in common with Accra, Ghana; Sao Paolo, Brazil; Santa Domingo, Chile; Fairfax, Va., and Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia? Sept. 10-12, all these cities will play host to Social Media Week conferences.

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Jordan for Governor: Checking her record Bill that fizzled was legislative highlight

COEUR d’ALENE — Rep. Paulette Jordan’s chief legislative accomplishment in four years was a bill that never passed, according to senior Democratic legislators in separate interviews with The Press.

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Forecast full of maybes

COEUR d’ALENE — More rain and less smoke? Could be a North Idaho pipe dream. Or the real deal.

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Hayden town hall for levy increase

HAYDEN — A town hall meeting to discuss Hayden’s proposed levy rate override is scheduled for Aug. 28 at 5:30 p.m. at City Hall.

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Cd'A schools aren't shy about good salaries

COEUR d’ALENE — “A quality teacher is the single most important factor in the performance of students,” said Coeur d’Alene School District Superintendent Steve Cook last week. “The second most important is the quality of building leadership.”

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Choosing local makes a difference

COEUR d’ALENE — Shopping locally was the theme of the first Choose Local Fest at City Park Saturday.

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U.S. domestic violence law could change

COEUR d’ALENE — With the federal Violence Against Women Act set to expire Sept. 30, members of Congress are jockeying for position to reauthorize or amend the law.

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Education candidate promises to 'show up'

COEUR d’ALENE — Idaho superintendent of public instruction candidate Cindy Wilson is busy touring North Idaho this week. In an interview Thursday at The Press, the Democratic nominee spoke out about her incumbent Republican rival, Sherri Ybarra.

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Avista, Hydro One try to move on

COEUR d’ALENE — Hydro One named its new board of directors on Tuesday and wants to get the purchase of Avista Utilities back on track.

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Hayden tweaks CBD zone

HAYDEN — City Council members voted 3-1 to amend the central business district zoning code Tuesday. Sandy Young of Verdis proposed the text amendment.

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Idaho is groovy, baby!

COEUR d’ALENE — Idahoans longing for the good ol’ days of the 1990s can’t get enough of Austin Powers, said a Frontier Bundles report released Monday.

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Rehearsing for greater roles

HAYDEN — As local youth and staff from the Missoula Children’s Theatre prepared for Saturday’s performance of ‘The Pied Piper’ on Thursday, they agreed that the performing arts prepare you for the stage of life.

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Idaho 17th in average student loans

COEUR d’ALENE — A new report on student loans shows that Idaho has slightly improved how it handles student debt, but still has plenty of room for improvement.

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Risch talks Trump, economy, midterms

COEUR d’ALENE — U.S. Sen. Jim Risch says economic growth in Idaho and across the country under President Donald J. Trump has been “stunning.”

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Brumley chosen as newest trustee

COEUR d’ALENE — Coeur d’Alene School District trustees voted 3-1 to appoint attorney Jennifer Brumley to the school board Tuesday. She will serve the remainder of former trustee Dave Eubanks’ term, which expires in December 2021.

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Board approves changes to meal programs

COEUR d’ALENE — Thanks to an improved economy, the percentage of students who qualify for free and reduced meals at Borah Elementary School and Venture High School dropped so much that it no longer made financial sense for the schools to continue to offer all students meals at no charge, …

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Fire restrictions in effect

COEUR d’ALENE — The Idaho Department of Fish and Game announced that due to extreme fire risk, Stage 1 fire restrictions are now in place on all IDFG-owned and managed lands across the state.

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Jobs grow faster here

COEUR d’ALENE — Idaho and Utah lead the nation with 3 percent increases in non-farming payroll, new federal statistics show.

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DHW moving 19 jobs to Boise

COEUR d’ALENE — The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare will move 19 “non-customer-facing child support positions” from its office at 1120 W. Ironwood Drive in Coeur d’Alene to a statewide child support service center near Boise “for increased efficiency, quality control and cost savings,” DHW spokesman Chris Smith said …

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Officials snuff arson fears

HAYDEN — Following a rash of fires Monday, locals were left in limbo wondering what caused them. Rumors of arson circulated on social media. Others reported seeing a plane malfunction at the Coeur d’Alene Airport prior to the blazes.

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Fires on their way out

HAYDEN — Fires sparked on Monday have been put in patrol status and are being watched by local agencies.

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Four contenders for school board vacancy

COEUR d’ALENE — Four people have applied to fill Dave Eubanks’s former seat on the Coeur d’Alene School Board, said district spokesman Scott Maben on Monday.

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Check info on Skyward by Aug. 24

COEUR d’ALENE — Parents of students in the Coeur d’Alene School District are requested to log into Skyward between July 16 through Aug. 24 to complete the online verification process, said district spokesman Scott Maben.

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A sizzlin' end to July

COEUR d’ALENE — The National Weather Service office in Spokane issued an excessive heat warning early Monday in effect until 8 p.m. today.

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All hands battle blazes

HAYDEN — Unofficial sources told The Press that a firefighting jet blew an engine Monday during takeoff from Coeur d’Alene Airport, dropping hot parts that started multiple fires north of the airport.

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NIHC on road to recovery With alleged thief jailed, nonprofit is looking ahead

COEUR d’ALENE — The North Idaho Housing Coalition is reeling from the ongoing saga of former executive director Lori Isenberg, accused of embezzling more than half a million dollars from the nonprofit. But its leaders are determined to get the organization back on track.

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East meets West

COEUR d’ALENE — Local students formed friendships, learned coding skills and enjoyed the outdoors with counterparts from China this week.

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Little lays out his plan

COEUR d’ALENE — If elected governor, Lt. Gov. Brad Little said he wants to keep growing Idaho’s prosperity.

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Firefighters put water safety first

COEUR d’ALENE — Work as a firefighter doesn’t always mean getting hot. On a steamy Tuesday at the beach, members of the Coeur d’Alene Fire Department cooled off in Lake Coeur d’Alene to broaden their lifesaving skill set.

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Hayden looks to fiscal year 2019

HAYDEN — City Council members handled fiscal year 2019 issues at their meeting Tuesday night. The body tentatively adopted a city budget, approved a draft capital improvement plan, and approved the Hayden Area Regional Sewer Board budget for the upcoming fiscal year.

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Democrat says she could work with Little

COEUR d’ALENE — Kristin Collum, Democratic nominee for lieutenant governor, is running to bring progressive, team-first leadership to Boise.

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P&Z recommends amendment to Hayden City Council

HAYDEN — At their meeting Monday night, Hayden planning and zoning commissioners Shawn Taylor, Corey Anderson, Brian Petersen, Ben Prickett, and Michael Cramer unanimously recommended a zone map amendment on 2.45 acres located to the west of north Atlas Road and to the south of west Hayden Avenue.

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Hayden Days fun, and road closures

HAYDEN — Government Way from Hayden Avenue to Dakota Avenue will be closed from 8-10 a.m. on Saturday due to the Hayden Days “Military Appreciation” Parade, recreation and community events director Suzanne Cano said Monday. At 9:55 a.m., side streets from Hayden Avenue to Nita Avenue will also be blocked …

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Fighter ace still beating the odds

HAYDEN — Outrunning the enemy was the name of the game while dogfighting in the Pacific during World War II, said Hayden resident Ralph H. “Iron Pants” Wandrey.

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From classroom to home ownership

COEUR d’ALENE — Local Realtor Darlene Kacalek is on a mission to help workers with moderate to low incomes achieve their home ownership goals. Along with her daughter and fellow realtor Julia Boord, Kacalek has taught more than 100 local residents this year how to utilize the U.S. Department of …

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Third time's the charm

COEUR d’ALENE — Money has been tight for Terry and Anjelique Pennington this year. Though they had bought tickets for the North Idaho College Foundation’s Really BIG Raffle the past two years, they weren’t planning to buy a ticket this year. They hadn’t even driven over to Post Falls to …

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Local lad leaps toward outer space

HAYDEN — Samuel Johns has had an out-of-this-world experience this year as an Idaho Science and Aerospace Scholar. The Hayden resident and rising Coeur d’Alene Charter Academy senior always had a love of all things aeronautical, he said. When he learned about the ISAS program from his high school counselor, …

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Voters to answer Medicaid question

Months of signature-gathering have paid off for backers of an initiative to expand Medicaid eligibility in Idaho. On Tuesday, Secretary of State Lawerence Denney confirmed that the Medicaid eligibility expansion ballot initiative had enough signatures to put it on the Nov. 6 general election ballot. The governor’s race, lieutenant governor’s …

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Local schools top state SAT rankings

COEUR d’ALENE — In the contest for statewide SAT supremacy, Kootenai County is 2018’s hands-down winner.

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Trivia Guy works to uplift us all

COEUR d’ALENE — If you find a few crusty fellows drinking coffee at the diner early in the morning or an employee taking a quick breather in the company breakroom around lunchtime, a disheveled newspaper with fun trivia questions will likely be within reach.

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Teacher promotes return of Western Civ

COEUR d’ALENE — A local schoolteacher is on a mission to reintroduce Western civilization to every high school student in Idaho. In his opinion, the stakes are high.

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Hayden switches to Blue Cross

HAYDEN — Council members voted to change city employee health care providers at the City Council’s meeting Tuesday.

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Class action targets student fees, supplies

COEUR d’ALENE — Former Idaho Supreme Court Justice Robert Huntley filed a class action lawsuit in federal court May 8 to compel Idaho school districts to stop charging students fees. The lawsuit names every school district in Idaho as defendants, and posits every K-12 student in Idaho, plus their parents …

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Republicans go global at annual convention

COEUR d’ALENE — Led by Kootenai County delegates, Idaho Republicans took bold stances at their recent state convention in Pocatello. Not all of them ended with agreement.

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Two parties, two approaches

COEUR d’ALENE — Delegates approved “the most progressive platform in the history of the Idaho Democratic Party” at this year’s state convention, said Kootenai County Democrats chairman Shem Hanks.

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Facebook changes stifle local campaigns

COEUR d’ALENE — Just before Memorial Day, Cory Jane English wanted to boost a Facebook post she had made about her daughter, who served in Iraq. Boosting a post is one way Facebook gets its users to pay money so they can reach more people with their content. English, the …

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The many meanings of Independence Day

COEUR d’ALENE — Independence Day here is the stuff of country song lyrics. Family, fireworks, recreation, flags, veterans, and liberty are what local residents said made their Fourth of July special.

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Youths invited to perform, produce 'The Pied Piper'

HAYDEN — “The Pied Piper” is coming to town in August, and all local kids from grades 1-12 are invited to join in, said Hayden Arts Commission chair Mary Sorensson on Monday. The Missoula Children’s Theatre production offers 60 roles, including a few assistant director positions, to local youngsters. No …

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Hayden lines up priorities

HAYDEN — As Hayden’s fiscal year 2019 budget process picks up steam, what changes should city taxpayers anticipate?

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Young inventors earn national recognition

Three students from Kootenai County were honored for their ingenuity at the third annual National Invention Convention and Entrepreneurship Expo in Dearborn, Mich., on June 1.

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Debate over new school nears end

COEUR d’ALENE — The Coeur d’Alene School District board of trustees will meet on Monday at 5 p.m. to consider a memorandum of understanding with the city of Hayden. The school board didn’t approve the MOU at its June meeting, thanks in large part to trustee Lisa May, who pushed …

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Political parties huddle on platforms

COEUR d’ALENE — They’re not waiting for the Fourth of July.

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Hearing in Boise on sale of Avista

COEUR d’ALENE — In response to public outcry over the proposed sale of Avista to Toronto-based Hydro One, the Idaho Public Utilities Commission has agreed to a technical hearing to further address the issue.

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Hayden levy rates may rise

HAYDEN — Hayden’s voters will decide the fate of Hayden’s levy rate this fall.

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Paging all readers

Libraries throughout the region have reading fun in store this summer for every age group, from newborns to adults.

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Locals compete for the joy of it

COEUR d’ALENE — Local competitors in the Ironman 70.3 Sunday had a common motivation behind their willingness to gut out 1.2 miles in cold water, 56 miles on a bike with many steep hills, and 13.1 miles on foot.

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Who's ready for college - and who's not

COEUR d’ALENE — Preliminary data released Friday by the Idaho State Department of Education shows local charter schools outpaced their traditional public counterparts in average SAT scores this year.

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Mountain lion or imagination?

HAYDEN — There might be a mountain lion roaming around Hayden.

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New ed funding formula needed

COEUR d’ALENE — The state’s funding formula for public education has to be scrapped, said audience members at a forum here Tuesday night. Hosted by consultants with the Denver-based nonprofit Education Commission of the States, the event is one of several taking place across Idaho this month as part of …

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New funding formula needed, say locals

COEUR d’ALENE — The state’s funding formula for public education has to be scrapped, said audience members at a forum here Tuesday night. Hosted by consultants with the Denver-based nonprofit Education Commission of the States, the event is one of several taking place across Idaho this month as part of …

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MOU on ice for two weeks

COEUR d’ALENE — Not so fast, said board member Lisa May at the Coeur d’Alene School Board’s meeting Monday night.

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Classic cars cruise through Coeur d'Alene

COEUR d’ALENE — Thanks in part to great weather, the Car d’Lane Friday night cruise attracted 800 entries, said Emily Boyd, event coordinator at the Coeur d’Alene Downtown Association. Half of the money from cruise entries goes to local charities, she explained, with the rest going to improvements in downtown …

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Put America first, say Avista patrons

COEUR d’ALENE — There are 5.3 billion reasons why the Avista-Hydro One sale might go through. However, the voices of Kootenai County residents might negate all of them — if the Idaho Public Utilities Commission’s three members heed them.

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Turbulence ahead

HAYDEN — In a standing-room-only meeting Wednesday night, the Coeur d’Alene Airport Advisory Board got an earful of public feedback on airport director Steven Kjergaard’s proposal to overhaul rules and regulations.

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Students test careers in the friendly skies

HAYDEN — Teens from across North Idaho took off Wednesday into a future that could include aerospace careers.

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Land swap nears realization

HAYDEN — City Council members approved a memorandum of understanding with the Coeur d’Alene School District at their Tuesday night meeting. The move clears the way for the city and school district to swap land parcels, which would allow the school district to inch toward a proposed new school.

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Locals keep the old-timey ways alive

BLANCHARD — They pitched primitive wall tents and pyramid tents. They kept their powder dry, and made sure their tomahawks hit their marks. They swapped tales and traded goods. In other words, the Coeur d’Alene Muzzleloaders kept the old-timey mountain man ways alive at their 3rd Poirier Ranch Rendezvous last …

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Suicide: Responding to a growing crisis

COEUR d'ALENE — According to a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report released Thursday, suicide is on the increase across the nation. Nearly 45,000 Americans killed themselves in 2016. The study of suicide rates in each state from 1999 to 2016 found that suicide rates in rural western counties …

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Students win National Merit Scholarships

COEUR d’ALENE — The National Merit Scholarship Corporation announced last week the local winners of National Merit Scholarships paid for by U.S. colleges and universities.

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North Idahoans battle for living history

DEEP CREEK, Wash. — Over Memorial Day weekend, on a piece of northwestern farmland not unlike those back East now known by such names as Chancellorsville, Gettysburg, and Chickamauga, families, teens, and old military buffs alike gathered to keep America’s history alive.

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Heller recommended for CHS principal job

COEUR d’ALENE — The Coeur d’Alene School District has recommended Coeur d’Alene High School alumnus Bret Heller to serve as CHS’s next principal. Heller has accepted the offer, which now awaits the school board’s final approval at its June 18 meeting.

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Eubanks bids adieu to public education

COEUR d’ALENE — Forty-eight years later, Dave Eubanks is calling it a day.

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Political parties plot their trajectories

COEUR d’ALENE — Precinct committee members for the Kootenai County Democrats elected a young up-and-comer to lead their organization for the next two years, while those in the Kootenai County Republicans unanimously voted to continue their trajectory under experienced leadership.

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Too good to count?

COEUR d’ALENE — Earlier this year, a team of high achievers from Coeur d’Alene was pumped up to win a gold, silver, or bronze in their field of expertise. Their team had a proud history of winning medals in competitions with teams nationwide.

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Principal finalist meets the public

COEUR d’ALENE — The search for Coeur d’Alene High School’s next principal may be near its goal. Longtime educator and CHS Class of 1993 graduate Bret Heller met with students, staff, and the public on Thursday. The sole finalist for the vacant CHS principal’s job asked questions as well as …

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Knowledge is power, attendees agree

COEUR d’ALENE — Familiarity with Idaho’s open meeting laws and public records laws is a benefit to public officials, media, and the citizenry alike, said participants at Idahoans for Openness in Government’s workshop Wednesday.

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Honoring the loved and lost

HAYDEN — On Monday, Hayden residents honored the memories of U.S. servicemembers who have given their lives in the service of their country.

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Full-day kindergarten pilot program under discussion

COEUR d’ALENE — A pilot program for full-day kindergarten at Sorensen Magnet School and Hayden Meadows Elementary School is in the works, but school board members still have to decide how to pay for the classes. Trustees deliberated at the Coeur d’Alene School District office Wednesday and will further discuss …

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District approves Prairie purchase

COEUR d’ALENE — The school board met briefly Wednesday to formally approve purchase of 7.1 acres on Prairie Avenue to be used for a future school.

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Dakota Ranch project goes 0-for-2

HAYDEN — Not in my backyard, said Hayden City Council members and residents Tuesday night.

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Working the polls is a lifestyle for McDowell

COEUR d’ALENE — Last week’s primary election capped nearly 60 years of service by Bonnie McDowell as an elections judge in Kootenai County.

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Bulletproof friends

HAYDEN — How can we protect students during school shootings? A team of North Idaho Christian School students tackled that question, and won first place in the multi-approach category of the McKinstry Built Environment Challenge at Imagine Tomorrow last weekend.

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Democrats energized, optimistic

On Tuesday night, Rep. Paulette Jordan became the first woman in Idaho history to win a major party’s nomination for governor.

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Minor flooding expected in Bayview this weekend

BAYVIEW — Water levels for Lake Pend Oreille at Bayview were forecast to hit minor flood stage by 11 p.m. Friday night, said Kootenai County Office of Emergency Management emergency preparedness coordinator Heather Miller on Friday afternoon.

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Board workshop tackles new school sites

COEUR d’ALENE — The Coeur d’Alene School District has optioned property on Prairie Avenue and is going through the due diligence process, said Superintendent Stan Olson on Thursday. Director of finance and operations Chris Shipley said the three contiguous parcels of property on Prairie Avenue appraised at just over $1 …

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Green and Wisniewski earn primary victories

COEUR d’ALENE — Final election results from the Kootenai County Elections Office at 1:38 a.m. Wednesday showed that Tony Wisniewski prevailed over Kathy Sims 2,593-2,083 for the District 3, Seat B Republican nomination and John Green outlasted Doug Okuniewicz 3,217-2,898 for the District 2, Seat B Republican nomination.

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Legislature: Okuniewicz, Green deadlocked late

COEUR d’ALENE — Contested Republican primaries for state legislative seats in Districts 2-4 fueled voter turnout in Kootenai County on Tuesday.

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A hands-on rudder, wing, and fuselage experience

HAYDEN — Latitude Aviation owners Jeff and Anny Fouche brought science, fun, and flight together Monday by hosting 120 of their daughter Kyndall’s closest friends for a field trip. The Ramsey Magnet School of Science first-graders had been studying weather and air, said teacher Kathy Jones. As part of their …

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Bringing political animals together

COEUR d’ALENE — Democrats and Republicans united for an evening of politics and beer Wednesday night at Donkephant 2018.

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Hayden OKs annexation, subdivision requests

HAYDEN — The Hayden City Council approved an annexation request and a light industrial subdivision request at its meeting Tuesday night.

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Newspaper or campaign mailer? AG's office taking 'a look' at charges

Residents across Kootenai County received something new in their mailboxes this month. Longtime Idaho political consultant Lou Esposito said Tuesday that The Idahoan is a “conservative voter information periodical” meant to inform Idaho’s residents. It makes no bones about its conservative perspective, said Esposito, but is intended to start conversations …

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Keeping up with rapid growth

COEUR d’ALENE — The Coeur d’Alene School District may purchase two new properties for future schools, and is moving forward with plans to build a new elementary school at the Hayden Lake School site, said board members during their Monday night meeting.

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Volunteer labor available for seniors with outdoor projects

RATHDRUM — Seniors who could use help taking care of outdoor projects are in luck. Dozens of eager, young volunteers want to help, and they’ll be available from June 17 through Aug. 10. Any interested senior should call the ElderHelp hotline at 208-661-8870, said ElderHelp of North Idaho President John …

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Labrador looks to come home

COEUR d’ALENE — Rep. Raúl Labrador came to town Thursday to make his case for why he should be Idaho’s next governor.

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Idaho Dems insist on neutrality after Jordan email snafu

COEUR d’ALENE — The Idaho Democratic Party is putting out a brushfire that flared up after gubernatorial candidate Paulette Jordan sent out a controversial campaign fundraising email Saturday. The email from “Idaho Dems (via Paulette Jordan)” solicited funds in the last days leading up to the party primary May 15. …

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New trail sparks early childhood education

COEUR d’ALENE — United Way of North Idaho, the Idaho Panhandle Kiwanis Club, the Key Club at Coeur d’Alene High School, and the city of Coeur d’Alene Parks and Recreation Department are bringing the Born Learning Trail experience to Shadduck Lane Park. The trail is “a series of 10 signs …

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North Idaho innovators chart next steps

RATHDRUM — They’re the Gem State’s first high school students to earn a STEM diploma. Four will end their senior year of high school with an associate’s degree from North Idaho College already in hand. They collectively racked up an impressive half a million dollars in scholarships from 18 universities. …

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Elder Help gets donation

COEUR d’ALENE — Clearwater Properties donated $1931.44 to local non-profit Elder Help of North Idaho on Thursday. The organization links up young volunteers with senior citizens in need of assistance.

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Youths enjoy beautiful Arbor Day

HAYDEN — More than 650 local elementary students participated in an Arbor Day celebration at McIntire Family Park Thursday. The annual event featured interactive, hands-on learning for the students, who came from schools across the area.

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Post Falls businesses connect at Business Fair

POST FALLS — The Post Falls Chamber of Commerce hosted the annual Post Falls Community Business Fair at the Greyhound Park and Event Center here Wednesday night. The business fair brought 80 businesses and nonprofit organizations together this year and usually attracts 600-700 community members, said Post Falls Chamber of …

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City swallows bitter sewer pill

HAYDEN — City council members here Tuesday night wrote off $10,507.45 in delinquent sewer utility bills that were past the statute of limitations on collections.

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Republicans, Dems come together at Donkephant 2018 event

COEUR d’ALENE — At Donkephant 2018, Innovation Collective founder Nick Smoot hopes to inject a shot of positivity into the 2018 political cycle. The May 9 bipartisan event will give the public a chance to hear what candidates for state office have to say, and to get to know them …

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Outsiders and centrists all Where do you fit in the political puzzle?

COEUR d’ALENE — They are liberals and conservatives, Trump haters and Trump supporters, Bernie Bros and Ron Paulers, so-called “RINOs” and “wackadoodles.” They couldn’t be more different politically. Yet these four local political activists interviewed by The Press have some surprising things in common.

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Hayden planning and zoning says A-OK to three requests

HAYDEN — The Hayden planning and zoning commission approved three requests at its meeting Monday, said city clerk Abbi Landis.

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Trustees to take a pause

COEUR d’ALENE — Not so fast, said Coeur d’Alene School Board Chairman Casey Morrisroe at a workshop Monday night. The school board’s decision two months ago to abandon a bond election pledge might not be a done deal after all.

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Board approves integrated high school math

COEUR d’ALENE — Integrated math is on its way to Coeur d’Alene School District high schools next fall. Board members here unanimously voted Monday night to approve the new high school math course pathway. It will take effect with next year’s freshman class and be phased in over several years, …

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Poor, helpless, and silenced under communism

COEUR d’ALENE — Luba Wold doesn’t believe in communism, even in theory. She has experienced its reality. The native of Omsk in Siberia, Russia recalls her life in poverty, powerlessness, and oppression.

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Protesters say no to U.S. war in Syria

COEUR d’ALENE — As the Trump Administration considered military action in response to the alleged use of chemical weapons in Syria April 7, some North Idaho citizens took to the streets Friday to protest another American war in the Middle East.

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Shining light into dark places

COEUR d’ALENE — QPR is like CPR, said Carlana Coogle at Coeur d’Alene High School Thursday night. “Anyone can learn to do it.”

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Suicide prevention training is Thursday

COEUR d’ALENE — Get equipped to prevent suicide in as little as 90 minutes at the Coeur d’Alene High School Auditorium Thursday, April 12 from 6:30-8 p.m. Anyone in the community may attend this free training organized by the Coeur d’Alene School District and based on the QPR Institute’s method. …

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Keylock Storage gets zoning change

HAYDEN — Mayor Steve Griffitts cast the tie-breaking vote here Tuesday night to rezone two central business district lots as commercial.

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WWII Flying Fortress comes to Inland Northwest

SPOKANE — Locals have a chance to fly over the Inland Northwest World War II-style this weekend in the Liberty Foundation’s B-17 Flying Fortress “Madras Maiden.”

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Chess teaches strategies for life

COEUR d’ALENE — Students on the chess performance team at Sorensen Magnet Middle School say the medieval game helps them with 21st century living.

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Little aims for big office

COEUR d’ALENE — The Coeur d’Alene Chamber of Commerce Public Policy Committee hosted the first of three Republican gubernatorial candidates at the Kroc Center on Friday. With visits from rivals Tommy Ahlquist and Rep. Raul Labrador planned for April 17 and May 3, respectively, Lt. Gov. Brad Little made his …

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Bond projects underway in Cd'A School District

COEUR d’ALENE — In March 2017, 77 percent of Coeur d’Alene School District voters approved a $35.5 million bond measure. The district is well underway with bidding out, awarding bids, and breaking ground on the projects, district spokesman Scott Maben said Wednesday.

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Nonini: Abortion should be illegal, but not capital crime

COEUR d’ALENE — Sen. Bob Nonini, R-Coeur d’Alene, pushed back Tuesday on an Associated Press story that claimed he would seek the death penalty for women who sought abortions, in the event that abortion was outlawed. In a statement late Tuesday Nonini said, “I NEVER said or agreed that the …

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Cd'A school board talks protests, grieves loss

COEUR d’ALENE — A school board still in mourning met here Monday night to discuss the way forward for Coeur d’Alene High School after the loss of CHS Principal Troy Schueller March 21.

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Blue moon over Cd'A Saturday

COEUR d’ALENE — This Saturday will mark the second blue moon of 2018, a feat that will not happen again until 2037, Casey Hallett said.

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Roving Rabbis share Passover message

COEUR d’ALENE — For thousands of years, the Biblical story of the Passover and Israel’s exodus from Egypt has been recalled at this time of year.

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Population boom prompts fire levy

HAYDEN — A 28 percent increase in population over the past decade has spurred an increase in calls for medical assistance and firefighting in the Northern Lakes Fire District.

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Say farewell to your tax-free internet purchases

COEUR d’ALENE — Idahoans buying products over the internet will now have sales tax collected on most purchases, thanks to a bill Gov. Butch Otter signed into law Thursday.

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Say goodbye to tax-free internet purchases

COEUR d’ALENE — Idahoans buying products over the internet will now have sales tax collected on most purchases, thanks to a bill Gov. Butch Otter signed into law Thursday.

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Walkers, runners, cyclists: time to speak up

COEUR d’ALENE — Upset with local bike and walking trails, or the lack thereof? Like something about local infrastructure for pedestrians and cyclists? If you travel around town without a motor, you’ve got until March 30 to make your voice heard. The Kootenai Metropolitan Planning Organization wants you to take …

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School board elections get brighter spotlight

COEUR d’ALENE — Starting next year, school board elections will appear on the same ballot as municipal elections in Novembers of odd-numbered years. School board elections now take place in May of odd-numbered years.

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Transparency bill signed into law

COEUR d’ALENE — Sen. Mary Souza, R-Coeur d’Alene, has succeeded in her efforts to bring more transparency to public official compensation. Gov. Butch Otter signed S1274 into law Monday after the bill sailed through both chambers of the Idaho legislature without a single vote cast in opposition.

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Apartment plan shot down

HAYDEN — Several dozen people packed Hayden City Council chambers Monday night for a special use permit hearing on the proposed 140-unit Dakota Ranch apartment complex. The city planning and zoning commission heard the audience’s voices loud and clear, and gave them what they wanted: a resounding “no” to the …

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School boards consider redrawing boundary

COEUR d’ALENE — Post Falls and Coeur d’Alene School District board members heard public input on a possible boundary realignment at a joint school board meeting here Monday. The special meeting gave community members the chance to speak to the idea, which the two district superintendents have discussed as a …

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Guns in class? Not here, say school officials

How many times have students at local school districts brought guns to school in the last two years? Zero, say local superintendents.

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STIs on the rise

COEUR d’ALENE — Sexually transmitted infections such as gonorrhea and syphilis are on the rise in Kootenai County and elsewhere in Idaho, according to health officials.

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Ante may go up on school threats

COEUR d’ALENE — The Idaho Legislature could make any threat of school violence a misdemeanor, no matter where or how the threats take place.

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Mentoring her way to success

COEUR d'ALENE — Local political icon Sandy Patano highlighted the importance of mentorship at North Idaho College's “Day of Dialogue” here Wednesday. Her own ascension into business and politics came about due to mentorship, she said.

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No fair-weather friends of the Second Amendment

COEUR d’ALENE — While area students spoke out Wednesday, supporters of the Second Amendment rallied in the rain at the Kootenai County Fairgrounds.

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Politics takes center stage at Cd'A High School

COEUR d’ALENE — A month after the murders of 17 students at Parkland, Fla., several hundred of Coeur d’Alene High School’s 1,400 students walked out of class Wednesday to rally for gun control.

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Upward mobility? There's an app for that

COEUR d’ALENE — Idahoans need not fear the future, say local innovation leaders Nick Smoot and Dr. Charles Buck.

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Home and Garden Show blooms at fairgrounds

COEUR d’ALENE — North Idaho’s annual Home and Garden Show kicked off Friday at the Kootenai County Fairgrounds.

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Neighbors, Idahoans, soldiers

POST FALLS — Today’s Idaho Army National Guard is far from the Hollywood stereotype, said Master Sgt. Sean Rash at an open house Thursday. The top enlisted soldier at the Idaho Army National Guard Armory in Post Falls said he once believed that the National Guard was made up of …

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Paralympian stands tall so others might follow

RATHDRUM — You can call Sean Halsted a lot of things — husband, dad, U.S. Air Force veteran, Paralympian — but don’t call him a perfectionist.

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School board stokes high school math fires

COEUR d’ALENE — Anybody who thinks math is boring should have witnessed the lively debate over math curriculum at the Coeur d’Alene School District’s board meeting Monday night.

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School board tweaks cellphone policy

COEUR d’ALENE — The Coeur d’Alene School Board finalized its policy Monday night prohibiting most students from using cellphones during school hours, but expanded it to allow high schoolers to check their devices between classes. Policy 3265P, governing the district’s “Bring Your Own Device” program requires students in the Coeur …

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Vick: Keep North Idaho, Washington in sync

COEUR D’ALENE — As legislators in Washington consider abandoning the annual change to daylight savings time, Sen. Steve Vick (R-Dalton Gardens) has proposed North Idaho’s 10 counties follow suit if Washington makes the move.

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From Inchon to Idaho

HAYDEN — With sabers and Olympic medals rattling on the Korean Peninsula, the world’s attention is focused on what might happen there next. But Hayden resident Bob Ahler remembers what happened there 66 years ago.

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Injured officer released from hospital

COEUR D'ALENE — Coeur d'Alene Police patrol officer Charles Hatley emerged from Kootenai Health Friday morning to the cheers and warm embrace of his community. Scores of law enforcement officers and fire department personnel were on hand as the police trainee bade farewell to the hospital.

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Souza's transparency bill gets Senate OK

Sen. Mary Souza’s bill to shine more light on public officials’ finances passed its first major test Wednesday when the Idaho Senate approved the bill unanimously. The bill, S1274, now goes to the House.

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GEM bill has friends and foes

COEUR d’ALENE — A state legislative proposal to create scholarships for needy children has drawn local support as well as local criticism.

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Oh, those generations

RATHDRUM — The generation gap was a lively topic Friday at the Coeur d’Alene Economic Development Corporation’s Business Summit. The inaugural event hosted by North Idaho College’s Parker Technical Education Center brought together human resource experts and business owners to discuss the best ways to recruit, retain, and engage the …

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Giving your two cents to the Legislature can be easy

COEUR d’ALENE — Ever wanted to give state legislators a piece of your mind? This year you can do it in person without going all the way to Boise.

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The Gospel fueled Graham's life, say pastors

COEUR d’ALENE — Local pastors reflected on the legacy of America’s most prominent evangelist Wednesday.

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Misconduct allegations leveled at WBCSD

PRIEST RIVER — Allegations of district indifference to sexual harassment and bullying flew at the West Bonner County School District board meeting Dec. 20.

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Anti-smelter group hires top legal gun

NEWPORT — Citizens Against the Newport Silicon Smelter have retained the services of Rathdrum native and former head of the Idaho Republican Party, Norm Semanko. The attorney who works for Parsons, Behle, and Latimer in Boise is representing CANSS in a legal action designed to thwart the construction of HiTest …

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Hundreds flock to WA smelter presentation

NEWPORT — After months of speculation, conspiracy theories, and rumors, on Wednesday night hundreds of local residents learned firsthand what HiTest Sands intends to do here.

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Smelter concern bubbles up at Oldtown council

OLDTOWN — Last week’s City Council meeting featured an earnest discussion by residents and officials on the prospects of harm or prosperity thanks to HiTest’s proposed silicon smelter plant.

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Report details 'very disturbing' Snapchat feud

PRIEST RIVER — New details have emerged concerning a social media threat that put Priest River Lamanna High School in lockout last week.

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Priest River revitalization moves forward

PRIEST RIVER — The downtown revitalization plan here is closer to fruition after a productive special meeting of the city council Oct. 9. Matt Gillis of Welch Comer Engineers and Dell Hatch of Bernardo Willis Architects came seeking clarity on the design, which Gillis said was an attempt to take …

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Martin to run unopposed

PRIEST RIVER — It’s that time again. Elections draw nigh. Once again, candidates will jockey for position and try to convince citizens why they should receive their support at the polling booth. Fear not though, there won’t be any television blitz of nonstop negative campaigning. This year’s election season is …

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PL Search & Rescue seeks high-tech edge

PRIEST LAKE — When Priest Lake Search and Rescue started in 2001, its ability to assist local residents and work shoulder-to-shoulder with the sheriff’s office was tied to technologies that few millennials could fathom using regularly. A mere 16 years ago, things like social media, smartphones, wireless internet, and drones …

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PL fisheries plan remains murky

PRIEST RIVER — An impassioned crowd met here to discuss and give their two cents on the future of fishing in Priest Lake and its tributaries on Monday.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Spartans excel in technology through NIC partnership

PRIEST RIVER — Wouldn’t it be nice to know that years spent in the classroom would pay financial dividends?

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

Board nudges salaries, meals, and OKs bids

PRIEST RIVER — The West Bonner County School District board of trustees discussed the recently-completed school year and adopted its budget for the next school year here June 21.

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

Hanna Flats questioned

PRIEST LAKE — Former executive director of the Kootenai Environmental Alliance, Barry Rosenberg, had a few choice words to say June 15 about plans by the Idaho Department of Lands and the U.S. Forest Service to log 2,800 acres at Hanna Flats.

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

Keough talks transportation issues

SANDPOINT — This year’s legislative session is in the rearview mirror at last, and Sen. Shawn Keough played an important role in the success, and defeat, of several transportation-related bills that affect Bonner County drivers.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

PR development raises questions

PRIEST RIVER — Not so fast, said Priest River Mayor Jim Martin at Monday’s City Council meeting. Questions about the proposed River View Ridge development will have to wait until its developer Fred LeClair gets further into the project development process, said Martin.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Scott seeks protections for mushers

BOISE — With all the snow that’s been falling this winter, it only seems appropriate that Idaho legislators would consider promoting winter sports. Rep. Heather Scott has answered the call by introducing a piece of legislation to protect Idaho sled dog racers, who currently may fall under a 1996 law …

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Keough leads JFAC through 2017 budget

BOISE — The state senator for Bonner and Boundary counties, Sen. Shawn Keough, has been burning the candle on both ends this legislative session. Along with her co-chair, Rep. Maxine Bell, Keough leads the important Joint Finance-Appropriations Committee at the state capitol here. The senator and representative are a dynamic …

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Newport voters to decide on levy Feb. 14

NEWPORT — Voters in the Newport School District will soon have their say on a proposed three-year, $5.3 million maintenance and operations supplemental levy.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

WBCSD upgrades school security

PRIEST RIVER — West Bonner County schools are upgrading their security in cooperation with Bonner County, said school district superintendent Paul Anselmo Jan. 6.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Trail project set for spring

PRIEST RIVER — The Priest Community Forest Connection announced Dec. 16 that it will begin construction of the Oldtown to Albeni Falls section of the Pend Oreille River Passage Trail next spring. Organization spokesman Liz Johnson-Gebhardt said PCFC recently won a $30,000 grant from the Inland Northwest Foundation that it …

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Nomination draws support

PRIEST RIVER — Elected officials representing the area are embracing the news that Rep. Ryan Zinke, 23-year Navy SEAL veteran and first-term congressman from nearby Montana, will be the next Secretary of the Interior. President-elect Donald Trump announced his intention to nominate Zinke for the post Dec. 15.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Survey reveals division

SANDPOINT — A countywide survey done by researchers at the University of Utah College of Law’s Environmental Disputes Resolution Program found that Bonner County residents are divided along ideological lines when it comes to private property rights and land use planning.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Donations before New Year's pay off big for everyone

PRIEST RIVER — As Christmas nears and the 2016 calendar year draws to a close, the tax year is also winding down and with it, the chance to give generously to charities of one’s choice -- at a discount. Higher motives may draw donors to give, but Uncle Sam has …

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Fish & Game OKs Clagstone easement

SANDPOINT — The Idaho Fish and Game Commission approved a 13,169-acre conservation easement for Clagstone Meadows Ranch on Nov. 17. The easement is worth $13.1 million, said IDFG, and includes both the Stimson Lumber Company-owned property and 1,263 acres on the western shore of Lake Pend Oreille at Cape Horn.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

West Bonner library levy passes by six votes

PRIEST RIVER — Voters passed two local ballot measures Nov. 8. The West Bonner Library District’s plant utilities levy passed, 1,769 to 1,435, surpassing the critical 55 percent threshold needed for passage by 0.2 percent, or six votes. The West Pend Oreille Fire District’s $500,000 bond needed a 66.67 percent …

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Feds and state work together in North Idaho

PRIEST LAKE — The Idaho Department of Lands and U.S. Forest Service have entered into an agreement to do work at Hanna Flats based on the Good Neighbor Authority program, said District Ranger Timothy Knight Nov. 7. Knight is responsible for the Priest Lake Ranger District of the Kaniksu National …

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Incumbents leading in legislative races

SANDPOINT — After the final votes were tallied — a process that lasted through the night and was completed shortly before 11:30 a.m. Wednesday — incumbents won the day in District 1 legislative races.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Wheeler leading in sheriff's race

SANDPOINT — With a flood a write-in ballots for several races, election officials had to count through the night to determine the winners of county elections, with the final totals released about 11:30 a.m.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Heather Scott tours district, state

OLDTOWN — State Rep. Heather Scott, Republican from Blanchard and Tea Party favorite, has been touring the state and her home district with one mission in mind. You might be surprised to learn that it’s not to win reelection.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Tri-Pro closes Orofino facility

OLDTOWN — Tri-Pro Forest Products announced here Oct. 5 that it was shutting down its Orofino division, which it has owned since 2007.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Shopko work is on track

OLDTOWN — City planner Bryan Quayle reported to city council Monday that Shopko continues moving forward as planned.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Council approves RV ordinance

PRIEST RIVER — The City Council took up a previously discussed recreational vehicle ordinance last week and chatted about public feedback they had received since its introduction to the public.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 8 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Tests may not be as reliable as advertised

PRIEST RIVER — On Aug. 24, the Food and Drug Administration approved the ImPACT test (for 12-59 year olds) and its sister product, the ImPACT Pediatric test, (for 5-11 year olds) for concussion-related marketing purposes.

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

Gleason fire no threat

PRIEST LAKE — The Gleason fire is no threat to manmade structures at present, said Jill Cobb, fire spokesman for the Priest Lake Ranger District of Idaho Panhandle National Forests this week.

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

Frustrations at lake bubble to surface

PRIEST LAKE — County residents launched into the county waterways board here Aug. 18 to voice their disappointment with lax law enforcement on Priest Lake. Between endless violations of no-wake zones and incessant noise pollution by visitors, the three dozen Priest Lakers in attendance had plenty to say.

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

West Pend Oreille gears up for fire season

PRIEST RIVER — The West Pend Oreille Fire District is gearing up for this fire season.

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

Whitaker jailed on carjacking, robbery charges

NEWPORT — An Oldtown woman is in jail after she was arrested for allegedly stealing a rifle from one person and then carjacking another person.

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

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