ARTICLES BY KATHY HUBBARD CONTRIBUTING WRITER

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School board is updated on virus plan

Precautions for the potential coronavirus crisis in our school district are no different than the precautions that are made on a regular basis to prevent any infectious disease from circulating throughout our schools.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

BGH announces new pulmonary rehab program

Chronic lung diseases that are categorized as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: emphysema, chronic bronchitis, bronchiectasis, and chronic asthma can be controlled, but they cannot be cured. Learning to live with a debilitating disease is difficult; that’s where Bonner General Health comes in.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

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LPOSD honors Sagle Math Club

Five sixth grade students listened attentively while Sagle Elementary School Principal Kathy Berget told the LPOSD Board of Trustees that they were representing children participating in Math Club.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

BOCC reinstates public comments

After a week’s hiatus, Bonner County Commissioners reinstated the public comment period at their weekly meeting. “It’s brought back by popular demand,” Commission Chair Dan McDonald said.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

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Memorial Field turf approved for bid

The Sandpoint City Council voted last week to advertise Phase I of the Memorial Field artificial turf project for bid but not without some concerns from representatives of Festival at Sandpoint and Sandpoint High School’s men’s soccer coach. Officials were assured that putting the project out to bid wasn’t a …

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

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Area legislators update public at town hall

“We usually get around 30 people at these things,” the woman said. “I’m surprised that so many showed up today. There must be a hundred people here.”

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

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Gun ban opponents address city council

SANDPOINT — Social media was a buzz last week with a call to action for Second Amendment defenders to attend the Sandpoint city council meeting to voice their objection to Mayor Shelby Rognstad regarding their perception that he is proposing the implementation of gun-free zones.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

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POAC celebrates student artists at First Friday exhibits

Bonner County students have so much talent it takes three galleries to exhibit their works.

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County OKs funds for safety aids

Several times a year, Bonner County Marine Deputies are dispatched to help errant boaters or kayakers whether or not they are in an emergency situation. In order to provide aid quickly, Marine Division Lieutenant, Douglas McGeachy appealed to county commissioners to approve a grant request for forward looking infrared cameras.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Comments dominate meeting

SANDPOINT — Idaho Open Meeting Law says “public comment periods are not legally required.” However, Bonner County Commissioners offer a public comment period with the caveat that individuals speak for no more than three minutes and are respectful.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

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FSE students applauded for buddy benches

Carrying on the tradition of highlighting the innovative things local elementary schools do, Farmin Stidwell principal, Erik Olson, updated the Lake Pend Oreille School Board at their recent meeting. From their parent group, now called PIE (Partners in Education) to their collaboration with Rotary to obtain buddy benches, the school …

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

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LPOHS seniors showcase diverse talents, interests

It’s not just about coming up with an idea; it’s putting that idea into something tangible, and then explaining it to not only teachers, but fellow students and the public.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

City workers lauded for completing courses

At last week’s city council meeting, Sandpoint’s Human Resources Director, Nicole Goes awarded certificates of appreciation to employees for completing continuing education programs in their respective fields. She began by praising employees in the Infrastructure and Development Services Division.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Fairgrounds seeks grant to improve RV park

SANDPOINT — Bonner County commissioners paved the way on Tuesday for Darcey Smith, fairgrounds and facility director, to pursue a grant for improvements to the RV park adjacent to the fairgrounds. If awarded by Idaho Parks and Recreation, these funds will be used to improve drainage, road repairs and paving …

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Workshop outlines parks master plan

Culminating two days of public input, city officials went into workshop mode after their regular business meeting last week. The conversation was about taking the next steps in the Parks and Recreation Master Plan that includes three specific site areas, City Beach, the downtown waterfront and Sandpoint sports complex (Travers, …

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO