Drones take off at Priest River Elementary

PRIEST RIVER­ — Wearing their flight crew colors, the fifth-grade students walked side by side across the gymnasium to ensure the flight deck was clear of debris.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Booyah Bamboo made locally

SANDPOINT — After running Headwaters Bamboo and making bamboo fly fishing rods for 17 years, David Rogers wanted to do something that could be used in the winter as well.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Council OKs changes to sidewalk code

SANDPOINT — Council members approved revisions to the City Code regarding sidewalk construction, with the intention of repealing and replacing the existing code.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Northside students 'Tap Into Tomorrow'

SANDPOINT — This year’s Future City theme is “Clean Water: Tap Into Tomorrow,” and what better place to get some hands-on experience in that subject than North Idaho.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Speaker brings 'Ripple Affect' message to local students

SANDPOINT — People don’t always realize that their words, actions and inactions not only have immediate consequences, but a long-term impact on others as well.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Issue may open WBCSD board seat

PRIEST RIVER — After running unopposed in the West Bonner County School Board trustee election, Todd Sudick may not be eligible for the Zone 5 position he was set to take on in January.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Sandpoint to do police services in Kootenai

SANDPOINT — A joint powers agreement to provide law enforcement services to the city of Kootenai was approved by Sandpoint City Council last Wednesday.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

LPOHS staff, programs aid in student success

SANDPOINT — The average graduation rate for alternative high schools in Idaho is 38.33 percent, with 35 of the 44 alternative high schools in Idaho are below 50-percent graduation.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Put personal safety first

SANDPOINT — More than 1.2 million violent crimes across the nation were reported to law enforcement in 2018, according to the FBI’s website.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

NW Autobody helps the hungry, drives awareness

SANDPOINT — The Bonner Community Food Bank assists approximately 4,200 individuals each month, primarily with food, but also with other resources when available.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Memorial Field turf decision made

SANDPOINT — Almost all natural rubber is made from the latex that comes from a tree species called Hevea brasiliensis, widely known as the rubber tree.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

City lifts moratorium on zone change requests

SANDPOINT — A temporary moratorium, placed on new zone change requests surrounding the Sandpoint Airport in July, was lifted Wednesday with a vote by City Council.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

PRLHS seniors giving back to the community

PRIEST RIVER — The seniors at Priest River Lamanna High School took on a variety of projects to help out the community this year.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Growth adds to transit funding needs

SANDPOINT — Funding from the Local Strategic Initiatives and Child Pedestrian Safety programs has been a benefit for agencies across the state, including several local jurisdictions over the years.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Sandpoint represented at Philanthropy Day event

SANDPOINT — A number of local and regional individuals, organizations and businesses were recognized by the Idaho Nonprofit Center in November for philanthropic work in their communities.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Volunteers breathe life back into carousel ponies

SANDPOINT — At nearly 100 years old, the Carousel of Smiles’ ponies are coming back to life.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Sandpoint set to select turf infill

SANDPOINT — From cork to corkonut, there are a number of infill options to choose from when it comes to artificial turf.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

LPOHS gift fair is Saturday

SANDPOINT — A survey in December 2018 by the National Retail Federation found that 56 percent of holiday shoppers wait until the last Saturday before Christmas to do their gift shopping.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

PR youth heading down a pathway to STEM

PRIEST RIVER — The National Youth Leadership Forum’s Pathways to STEM program is a unique, six-day experience for elementary students who will become the next generation of innovators, engineers, doctors, software developers, and scientists.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Public hearing today on comp plan, City Code components

SANDPOINT — There are two components the city’s consultants are looking at regarding land use around the Sandpoint Airport.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Selkirk firefighters hosting LLS fundraiser

SANDPOINT — With more than 60 pounds of turnout gear weighing on them, local firefighters will again take on the 69 flights of stairs, 1,356 steps and 788 feet of elevation of Seattle’s Columbia Center in March.

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

Festive fundraiser aids Kinderhaven kids

SANDPOINT — From “Winter Wonderland” and “Toyland, to “Cinco de Mayo” and “Nashville Bound,” the assorted themes for Kinderhaven’s Festival of Trees this year were many and diverse.

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

Housing proposal sent back to P&Z

SANDPOINT — A proposed 15-unit multifamily housing development on Cedar Street was remanded back to Planning and Zoning by City Council on Wednesday due to neighbors’ concerns over the height of the buildings, among other complaints.

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

Farmin-Stidwell students gift blankets to PAS pets

SANDPOINT — The dogs and cats at Panhandle Animal Shelter will be a little warmer this winter thanks to Farmin-Stidwell Elementary students.

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

City approves two-lot subdivision

PRIEST RIVER — City Council members swiftly approved a two-lot subdivision on Monday after tabling the decision two weeks ago due to concerns by neighbors over access to the property.

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

PR pair helping shelter animals stay warm

PRIEST RIVER — As the weather grew colder, donation drives started up for coats and other items to keep children and adults warm through the winter.

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

SHS seniors share projects

SANDPOINT — Problem solving and critical thinking are two things students in today’s world should take from their education, according to Sandpoint High School senior Kendall Mitton.

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

Entrepreneur takes top prize for invention

SANDPOINT — It started with a dangerous, wasp nest-spraying situation at his father’s office building.

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

Trio brings carousel's center pole back to life

SANDPOINT — Weighing in at a half ton, the Carousel of Smiles’ center pole is the supporting structure for the 36 ponies and two chariots, as well as the riders who will once again enjoy the Golden Age machine one day.

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

Southside students get Swamp Rock lessons

SANDPOINT — Over the course of three days, Southside Elementary students became fiddle players.

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

Hopkins named interim fire chief

SANDPOINT — Following the retirement of Selkirk Fire, Rescue and EMS Chief Ron Stocking in October, City Council approved Dale Hopkins as interim fire chief on Wednesday.

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

PHD: Opioid epidemic top priority

SANDPOINT — The opioid epidemic is one of the top issues impacting North Idaho, according to Panhandle Health District officials.

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

Memorial Field design contract OK'd

SANDPOINT — A decision regarding the turf and other improvements at War Memorial Field was once again split between the six City Council members on Wednesday.

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

LPOSD, state legislators talk education

PONDERAY — The Lake Pend Oreille School District touched on a wide range of educational topics during a meeting with area legislators on Monday.

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

City mulls subdivision proposal

PRIEST RIVER — A two-lot subdivision proposal drew a small crowd to Priest River City Council on Monday, primarily with concerns over the access location.

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

PRLHS unveils Armed Services Honor Wall

PRIEST RIVER — The Armed Services Honor Wall at Priest River Lamanna High School recognizes all graduates of the school who have “served their country with honor.”

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

City workshops sidewalk code

SANDPOINT — Who should pay for new sidewalk construction or repairs?

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

City making progress on 20-year vision

SANDPOINT — The city’s comprehensive plan update is well underway as the community is helping to create the 20-year vision for Sandpoint.

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

Scranton: Economy solid but threats are possible

SANDPOINT — Despite whether the United States is heading into recession or not, regional expert Steve Scranton said businesses should treat it like any natural disaster.

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

Salvation Army seeking kettle bell volunteers

SANDPOINT — With the approaching holiday season, the kettle bells will soon be ringing in an effort to help local families and individuals in need.

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

School earns STEAM certification

SANDPOINT — From engineering to gardening, Southside Elementary offers students a variety of opportunities through its STEAM program, giving them choices and the ability to find what interests them.

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

Teens encourage youth to make healthy choices

OLDTOWN — National Red Ribbon Week was established in honor of Enrique “Kiki” Camarena, a special agent for the Drug Enforcement Agency who was tortured and murdered by Mexican drug traffickers in 1985.

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

PRE students pay tribute on Veterans Day

PRIEST RIVER — The military men and women who serve and protect the United States come from all walks of life.

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

Craft fair aids trio of nonprofits

SANDPOINT — The third annual Ponderay Arts and Crafts Festival is coming up just in time for the holiday season.

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

Mitton wins tie-breaker coin toss, council seat

PONDERAY — It all came down to the toss of a coin.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Expert: Economic outlook bright

SANDPOINT — Job growth in Idaho’s retail industry is higher than the national trends and, despite the “affordable” issue, the housing market is strong in the state, said Bryce Ralston, vice president and trust portfolio manager with Columbia Trust Company in Coeur d’Alene.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Voters OK permanent LPOSD levy

SANDPOINT — A request to make the Lake Pend Oreille School District’s $12.7 million levy permanent was approved by voters on Tuesday.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Incumbents win out in city elections

SANDPOINT — Incumbents across the county won out in Tuesday’s city elections, save for a tie in the Ponderay City Council race.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Rognstad wins Sandpoint mayor's race

SANDPOINT — Sandpoint Mayor Shelby Rognstad has won reelection in a three-way race for the seat.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Firefighters urge safety as winter approaches

SANDPOINT — Selkirk Fire, Rescue and EMS crews were busy throughout the month of October, talking to local elementary students about fire safety and giving tours of the fire stations.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

LPOSD candidates, levy kick off forum

SANDPOINT — Voters will decide next week whether to make the Lake Pend Oreille School District’s two-year, $25.4 million maintenance and operations supplemental levy permanent.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

PR working to clean up oil spill

PRIEST RIVER — City officials have been working with Able Cleanup Technologies and the Department of Environmental Quality to clean up an oil spill at the Happy Agers Senior Center.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Trustee forum attracts light turnout

PRIEST RIVER — It was light turnout for Tuesday’s West Bonner County School District trustee candidate forum, with three of the five candidates and about 25 community members in attendance.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Sandpoint students apply for their future

SANDPOINT — College Application Week is a statewide initiative encouraging high school seniors to seek some sort of training after high school, whether that be a college or university, trade school, military or other options.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Water quality program is making a splash

SANDPOINT — Phosphorus is an element that is naturally found in food and water, as well as living things.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

City kicks off comp plan update

SANDPOINT — Community members were asked Thursday evening to say, in one word, what they love most about Sandpoint.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

School district receives 'clean' audit

SANDPOINT — The Lake Pend Oreille School District received their annual audit report this week, earning a “clean” opinion for the 2018-2019 fiscal year.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Leonard honored by state

SANDPOINT — Southside Elementary librarian and technology teacher Lynette Leonard is among two rural educators in the state who were recently honored by the Idaho STEM Action Center.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Construction will not be completed early

SANDPOINT — A number of factors have slowed the downtown construction, leading contractors and city officials to determine the optional accelerated schedule, which would have seen the project completed by Thanksgiving, is not going to happen.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

SMS to kick off clothing drive in November

SANDPOINT — As the days grow colder, local students are finding themselves in need of coats, gloves, socks and other items to keep them cozy in the winter months.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

WBCSD says 2011 version is official map

PRIEST RIVER — In the midst of a trustee zoning map dispute with Bonner County, West Bonner County School District officials maintain a 2011 version is the official map on file with the district and the state.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Simulation helps students gain financial sense

SANDPOINT — Being married with a 4-year-old, living on a combined take-home salary as a cook of $1,602, it quickly became an overwhelming feat for Hannah Champion.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Rotary, Matchwood team up for 'Pints for Polio' event

SANDPOINT — Polio, or poliomyelitis, is a crippling and potentially deadly infectious disease, according to the CDC.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Judd leaves legacy of art, inspiration

SANDPOINT — When she came to Lake Pend Oreille High School as a freshman, Caitlin Yarber was shy, withdrawn and a bit scared, as her previous school years had not been good to her.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Little Black Dress fundraiser is set for November

SANDPOINT — Little Black Dress is a global initiative that seeks to make “poverty unfashionable,” drawing attention to the plight of those in poverty.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Search on for field design engineer

SANDPOINT — With the approval of the final design concept for Memorial Field on Wednesday, the search is underway for an engineer as city officials submitted a request for quotes on Thursday.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

SMS focuses on four goals

SANDPOINT — There are four main goal for Sandpoint Middle School this year, with creating a positive culture at the top of the list.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Memorial Field gets artificial turf

SANDPOINT — It was a split decision by City Council members Wednesday night on whether to approve the final concept design for War Memorial Field, which includes installing artificial turf as the field’s surface.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Turf decision likely Wednesday

SANDPOINT — City Council members will decide whether to approve the design concept for War Memorial Field on Wednesday, taking into consideration the recommendation by the city’s consultants to install artificial turf at the field.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Roadshow drives into town with CTE options

SANDPOINT — Goggles on and paint sprayer in hand, Idaho’s superintendent of public instruction Sherri Ybarra began to spread the red paint across the car’s exterior in a slow, controlled manner.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

LPOSD officials tackle topic of bullying

SANDPOINT — When someone says or does something unintentionally hurtful one time, it is considered rude. If someone does or says something once that is intentionally hurtful, it is mean.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 6 MONTHS AGO

Concepts revealed for city parks

SANDPOINT — While the decision will ultimately be up to City Council members, the city’s consultants for the Parks and Recreation Master Plan have recommended artificial turf at War Memorial Field.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

PRE teacher takes national honor

PRIEST RIVER — It was 20 years ago when the idea of joining the Civil Air Patrol was first brought to Chris Naccarato’s attention, but it wasn’t until just a few years ago that something clicked.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Event aims to grow young leaders

SANDPOINT — The mission of Mini-RYLA is to help young emerging leaders discover their gifts, to embrace the diversity of their young colleagues, and to become skilled at creating inclusive environments.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

SHS counselor receives IACRAO honors

SANDPOINT — Each year, representatives from the Idaho Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers recognize outstanding champions of higher education among the different regions of the state.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Design for Change trip canceled

SANDPOINT — Design for Change Sandpoint announced Friday that the 2019 DFC trip to Rome has been canceled.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Teen lands internship at Kochava

SANDPOINT — As a senior in high school, Luke Uzabel has already gone through two background checks and signed non-disclosure agreements for his work in the technology field.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Farmin's first fun run exceeds $10K goal

SANDPOINT — With music blasting and their class flags waving high in the sky, Farmin-Stidwell students took to the field Thursday morning, running a combined total of 10,655 laps.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Students get rockin', rollin' with science

OLDTOWN — It was all about “Rock and Roll” last Thursday at Idaho Hill Elementary, though it was not the musical kind.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

City OKs comp plan contract

SANDPOINT — City Council approved a contract with Logan Simpson Design, Inc., on Sept. 18, initiating the process to update the city’s comprehensive plan.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Annual CTE roadshow coming to Sandpoint

SANDPOINT — With a focus on career-technical programs, the North Idaho College Roadshow circulates through different schools in the region.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

City raps Coast Guard for lack of EIS

SANDPOINT — City Council members directed staff this week to draft a letter to the U.S. Coast Guard expressing the city’s disappointment in the decision not to move forward with an Environmental Impact Statement regarding BNSF Railway Company’s plan to construct additional rail bridges across Lake Pend Oreille and Sand …

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Southside aims to have first STEAM SmartLab in Idaho

COCOLALLA — Southside Elementary is a small, rural school, yet “such a mighty force in STEAM education,” said the school’s principal Jacque Johnson.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Students take on fun run fundraiser

SANDPOINT — A Boosterthon fun run is a nine-day, pledge-based fundraiser that promotes fitness, fun and community in schools across the nation.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Candidates vie for city, district seats

SANDPOINT — Bonner County cities and school districts will be holding elections on Nov. 5 and a number of candidates are running for mayor, council member and trustee positions.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Coats 4 Kids collection kicks off today

SANDPOINT — The leaves have started to change color as fall settles in for the season in North Idaho.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Students get hands-on wetland education

COCOLALLA — The number of monarch butterflies has significantly decreased in recent years.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

MUN students host silent auction fundraiser

SANDPOINT — The Model United Nation students of Sandpoint High School are looking forward to attending the world’s largest MUN conference in the spring.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Local infant born with rare disease

SANDPOINT — There were indications about halfway through Mikayla Wright’s pregnancy that something was wrong. What it was, however, was a mystery to the doctors.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

LPOHS gets hands-on with honey bees

SANDPOINT — Each honey bee has a job to do, whether it be the queen, who fertilizes the hive, the guard bee that does just what its title indicates, or the hard-working worker bee who makes the honey among a number of other important tasks.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Sandpoint adds four-way stops

SANDPOINT — As the city moves into its transportation master planning process, a number of recent efforts have already been implemented, including four-way stop signs at Fourth and Church, and Third and Cedar.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

ICL urges appeal of bridge finding

SANDPOINT — The U.S. Coast Guard issued a finding of no significant impact earlier this month, paving the way for the BNSF Railway Company to move forward with railroad bridges across Sand Creek and Lake Pend Oreille.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

A SPIN on substance abuse

SANDPOINT — Substance abuse comes in many forms, not only in alcohol and illegal drugs such as methamphetamines or marijuana, but through the misuse of prescription opioids.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Weissman fetes 5 years at SASi

SANDPOINT — If there is anything Ellen Weissman enjoys most about her job at Sandpoint Area Seniors, Inc., the laughter and singing she hears every day take the top spot.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Ponderay seeks formula changes

PONDERAY — Under Idaho statute, the state is required to return 11.5 percent of all sales tax revenue to cities, counties and other taxing districts across the state based on a revenue sharing formula.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Area cities deliver 'State' address

SANDPOINT — A lot is happening in the greater Sandpoint area, as was indicated by the State of the Cities address on Thursday.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Boobs 'n' Beer 5K on tap in new location

SANDPOINT — It is that time of year again to support the boobs and drink the beer with the fourth annual Boobs ‘n’ Beer 5K fun run and Oktoberfest celebration.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Exchange grad returns on book tour

SANDPOINT — It has been 20 years since Sophie Poldermans came to Sandpoint for the first time as an exchange student from the Netherlands.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Expo has new name, same purpose

SANDPOINT — The goal of the Panhandle Preparedness Expo is to educate and prepare people for any catastrophic event, natural or man-made, that may occur.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Widows group seeking new members

SANDPOINT — Widows Helping Widows is a little-known group in the community that acts as a networking support for those who have lost their spouses.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

IDWR talks water adjudication

SANDPOINT — Idaho Department of Resource officials are making their rounds in Bonner and Boundary counties this week as the third phase of the Northern Idaho Adjudication process is slated to begin in the next couple years.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

New SHS principal enjoys first week

SANDPOINT — With his old Sandpoint High School Bulldog letterman jacket hanging in his office window for all to see, the school’s new principal David Miles II said his return to SHS has been “fantastic.”

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

Utility cabinets set for a makeover

SANDPOINT — Through a partnership with STCU, the city’s utility cabinets will soon feature black-and-white historic photos in some areas, and colorful artwork in others.

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

Ponderay to restore historic schoolhouse

PONDERAY — In an effort to preserve a piece of the city’s history, Ponderay officials have acquired the old schoolhouse on Birch Street.

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

Teen center set to open Monday

SANDPOINT — School is back in session, which means the Sandpoint Teen Center is ready to reopen for the year, offering free food, games and activities to local youth.

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

Contractors pitch in to fix Healing Garden fountain

SANDPOINT — The Healing Garden at Bonner General Health was designed as a tranquil retreat for those facing difficult times and to remember and honor loved ones whom they have lost.

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

Rotary gives $20K to help feed area youth

SANDPOINT — With more than 1,600 local kids who go hungry each day, Food For Our Children aims to eliminate childhood hunger in the community.

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

Invaders threaten native species

SANDPOINT — A popular fishing spot is being threatened by an unwanted intruder.

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

LPOSD's educators head back to school

SANDPOINT — While students are enjoying their last few days of summer, teachers and staff of the Lake Pend Oreille School District gathered for their first day back at school on Thursday.

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

Plans in motion for downtown buildings

SANDPOINT — Construction is set to begin on Tuesday, with First Avenue getting a makeover in the second phase of the downtown revitalization project.

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

Walk aims to promote hope and healing

SANDPOINT — This Sunday will mark the fourth annual Walk for H.O.P.E. event, with the goal of letting each individual know that they are important, that life matters and it doesn’t have to end with suicide.

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

UI property sale OK'd by state

SANDPOINT — A local developer’s $4 million offer to purchase the University of Idaho property on Boyer Avenue was approved by the Idaho State Board of Education on Thursday.

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

'Zombie Nest' aims to raise trip funds

SANDPOINT — Zombies are taking over an old abandoned trailer house in Ponderay and, come October, the nest will be overrun with the living dead.

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

UI site decision heads to ISBE

SANDPOINT — The Idaho State Board of Education will make a decision today whether to allow the sale of the University of Idaho property on Boyer Avenue.

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

City budget ups rates, cuts water allotment

PRIEST RIVER — City Council members approved the fiscal year 2020 budget Monday night in the amount of $6,526,721.

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

Renaissance faire celebrates three years

SANDPOINT — Hear ye, hear ye: prepare thyself for merriment as the Sandpoint Renaissance Faire cometh to town.

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

SHS grad visits Galapagos Islands

SANDPOINT — From swimming with sea lions to paddleboarding with penguins, a recent trip to the Galapagos Islands was a unique experience for Madison Bovee.

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

Third sculpture approved for Silver Box Project

SANDPOINT — This year’s collection of Silver Box art is complete after City Council approved the third sculpture on Wednesday.

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

Bike & Build back at Blue Haven

SANDPOINT — For the fourth year, Bike and Build riders made their way through Sandpoint this past weekend as they near the end of their cross-country journey.

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

SHS scores scoreboards with Coca-Cola contract

SANDPOINT — There is a new buzz around Sandpoint athletics this year as electronic scoreboards have been installed at two of the fields used for a variety of sporting events.

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

City adopts budget, rejects inclusion effort

SANDPOINT — City Council members approved the fiscal year 2020 budget on Wednesday, but not before removing the mayor’s controversial inclusion initiative.

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

Teen earns highest Girl Scout achievement

SANDPOINT — When she was just a young camper, a local Girl Scout discovered a trail that took her through the wooded acreage of the Kiwanis Club’s Camp Stidwell.

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

City delays rate hike decision

PRIEST RIVER — A decision whether to raise utility rates was delayed for a week after community members packed the room during Monday’s City Council meeting.

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

IDWR seeks input on water rights

SANDPOINT — The Idaho Department of Water Resources will be hosting several public meetings throughout Bonner and Boundary counties in September regarding the third phase of the Northern Idaho Adjudication process.

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

Carnival to aid Creations' indoor treehouse effort

SANDPOINT — Creations for Sandpoint is this month’s featured nonprofit for Evans Brothers Coffee Roasters and, like last year, a Kids Carnival will offer family fun while helping to raise money for the organization.

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

Downtown construction set to start Sept. 3

SANDPOINT — Although summer is the typical construction season in North Idaho, the second phase of the city’s downtown revitalization project was pushed back to fall to minimize impacts on local businesses this year.

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

Ponderay seeking local option tax

PONDERAY — Recreation and public access to the lake are top priority for the city of Ponderay.

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

LPOSD OKs levy ballot language

PONDERAY — The question of whether to make the Lake Pend Oreille School District’s maintenance and operations supplemental levy permanent will be up to the voters in November.

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

Efforts aim to keep Trinity at City Beach

SANDPOINT — The fate of Trinity at City Beach has been in question since it was revealed that the Best Western Edgewater Resort will be torn down and replaced next year when the 2020 summer season comes to a close.

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

Parks plan draws plenty of comment

SANDPOINT — From ice rinks and splash pads, to pickleball and promenades, a number of ideas have been tossed around for the various parks and recreation areas around the city as the master planning process moves forward.

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

Civil liberties, rights at forefront of teen's trip

SANDPOINT — A recent trip to Washington, D.C., left a Sandpoint teen overwhelmed as she spent five days attending seminars, engaging with lawyers, lobbyists, political activists and others to learn about advocacy on a variety of issues.

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

City seeks public input on proposed increases

PRIEST RIVER — City officials are encouraging residents to attend next week’s meeting, as it includes public hearings and resolutions for proposed rate increases for city utilities and the fiscal year 2020 budget.

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

Fair fetes 'Bounty of the County'

SANDPOINT — There is plenty of bounty to go around in Bonner County, which was the cornerstone for this year’s fair theme of “Bounty of the County.”

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

Silver Box Project art approved

SANDPOINT — After putting out a call for artists in the spring, the Sandpoint Arts Commission received 22 applications for the Silver Box Project.

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

City details 2020 capital projects

SANDPOINT — The proposed budget for the city’s 2020 fiscal year includes a number of capital projects and activities, which were detailed in-depth during Wednesday’s City Council meeting.

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

Making music without any borders

SANDPOINT — Establishing music as a universal language is the goal of the Music Conservatory of Sandpoint through its Music Without Borders initiative.

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

CHAFE 150 raises $60,000 for education

SANDPOINT — CHAFE stands for “Cycle HArd For Education,” which is exactly what nearly 500 people did during the annual ride in June.

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

Local church hosting family conference

SANDPOINT — In an effort to help families throughout the community live happier lives, the Sandpoint Seventh-day Adventist Church is hosting a “Sandpoint Family Conference” this week.

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

Council OKs zone changes, permit

PRIEST RIVER — Four public hearings Monday evening resulted in the approval of several zone changes, as well as allowing conditional residential use in the light industrial zone.

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

Mentoring foster kids & the art of fly fishing

SANDPOINT — Giving foster kids the opportunity to get out into nature and learn the art of fly fishing is a powerful therapeutic tool, allowing the youngsters to leave behind some of the stress while also building their confidence and self-esteem.

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

Newfie lovers gather for third annual celebration

SANDPOINT — Newfoundlands are known for their calm and docile nature, which makes them the perfect breed for a gathering of “Newfie” lovers with their gentle giants.

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

BCEMS offering CPR training at Festival concert

SANDPOINT — The average response time for paramedics in the United States is seven minutes.

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

Sandpoint teen packing bags to explore the world

SANDPOINT — Born and raised in Sandpoint, Clint Miller is now packing his bags to embark on a worldwide adventure.

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

Bid for downtown project approved

SANDPOINT — City Council members approved a bid last month for the second phase of the downtown revitalization project, which is set to begin after Labor Day.

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

STEAMing through summer at Southside

COCOLALLA — Keeping kids engaged throughout the summer is essential, and what better way than through the hands-on activities of Southside Elementary’s STEAM Curiosity Camp.

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

Rate hike proposed in 2020 budget

PRIEST RIVER — City officials approved a tentative budget for fiscal year 2020 earlier this month of $6,745,098, a decrease of approximately $1.2 million from the current year.

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

Rascal Rodeo coming to county

SANDPOINT — The Rascal Rodeo is all about allowing those with special needs to enjoy rodeo festivities, while also helping them discover unknown abilities.

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

Book stems from get-well story

SANDPOINT — Who doesn’t love a good children’s story, especially one with “fluffy little felons” and a hero who saves the town?

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

City adopts preliminary budget

SANDPOINT — The city adopted a preliminary budget last week of $39,322,035 for fiscal year 2020, a decrease of more than $5 million from this year’s budget.

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

Community weighs in on levy proposal

PONDERAY — Lake Pend Oreille School District trustees heard from a number of community members on Tuesday who expressed concerns, as well as support, for the proposal to put an indefinite term levy question on the November ballot.

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

Local teen lands unique internship

PRIEST RIVER — With interests in English, journalism, business management and restaurants, it is a unique opportunity that Jillian Stevens landed an internship with all of those components rolled into one.

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

City Council mulls zone changes, conditional uses

PRIEST RIVER — It was a busy evening for City Council last Monday as the meeting started off with three public hearings.

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

New Ponderay park has gone to the dogs

PONDERAY — This place has officially gone to the dogs.

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

Council approves Tillberg zone change

SANDPOINT — City Council members approved a zone change, for the second time, for Steve and Maureen Tillberg’s property near the Sandpoint Airport on Wednesday night.

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

Miles 'excited' to return to SHS

SANDPOINT — As a former Bulldog, taking over as the new Sandpoint High School principal is an exciting transition for David Miles II.

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

City OKs temporary moratorium

SANDPOINT — With a number of rezone requests in recent months for land surrounding the airport, City Council members approved a temporary moratorium on new requests Wednesday night.

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

Full lineup of Timber Days events on tap

PRIEST RIVER — Timber Days has seen a number of changes since its early years as a log drive on the Priest River, culminating in celebration at the Mudhole.

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

MCS expanding 'Shakespeare in Sandpoint'

SANDPOINT — While the Lost Horse Press has teamed up with the Music Conservatory of Sandpoint for the past couple years on the “Shakespeare in Sandpoint” event, this year MCS is adding an extra element to the program.

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

Albertson outlines 120-day plan for district

PONDERAY — It was a new perspective for Tom Albertson as he attended the Lake Pend Oreille School District meeting on Tuesday.

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

City seeks public input on projects

PONDERAY — With two major recreational projects in the planning stages for Ponderay, city officials are looking to the community for ideas and input.

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

Jacey's Race returns Sunday

SANDPOINT — Named for its first beneficiary, Jacey’s Race has a long history of helping children diagnosed with various forms of cancer and other life-threatening illnesses.

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

Wooden boat show is back for 17th year

SANDPOINT — The Inland Empire Chapter of the Antique and Classic Boat Society is motoring back to town this weekend, marking the 17th annual wooden boat show in Sandpoint.

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

Former PR resident returns with Sealegs

SANDPOINT — It has been over 35 years since Mike Rafter called Priest River home.

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

Downtown project on track in PR

PRIEST RIVER — While the overall schedule for downtown construction has not changed, there have been some changes to the project timeline.

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

Business, industry sought for 'Roadshow'

SANDPOINT — The North Idaho College Roadshow is heading into its fourth year of giving local students hands-on experience at Sandpoint High School.

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

Research uncovers a trove of data

SANDPOINT — In the midst of research for a project she is working on, the city’s grants and performance administrator Linda Heiss discovered a treasure trove of information about Sandpoint.

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

LPOSD seeks input on making levy permanent

SANDPOINT — The option to run an indefinite term supplemental levy measure in November has been a topic of discussion for Lake Pend Oreille School District for the past couple months.

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

Youth embarks on unique STEM experience

SANDPOINT — At just 8 years old, Liam Bowen is heading to college.

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Hearing set over possible airport area moratorium

SANDPOINT — With changes to the city’s comprehensive plan in the works, city officials are proposing a temporary moratorium on new requests for rezoning of properties surrounding the airport.

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

Construction schedule unclear as Timber Days nears

PRIEST RIVER — As Timber Days draws near, it is unclear to city officials if the downtown construction will be far enough along to accommodate the festivities.

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WBCSD OKs $10.4 million district budget

PRIEST RIVER — Putting together the West Bonner County School District’s 2019-2020 budget posed a bit of a challenge this year for businesses manager and board clerk Jennifer Anselmo.

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

Long-time volunteers earn grand marshal honors

SANDPOINT — For more than 50 years, Sandpoint Lions Club members have come up with a new theme each Fourth of July for the annual Grand Parade.

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

District details 2019-'20 budget

PONDERAY — It is a new year for the Lake Pend Oreille School District, as the 2019-2020 fiscal year started on Monday.

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

Clark Fork offers traditional run of 4th fun

CLARK FORK — From a fun run and turtle races, to a parade and fireworks, no one celebrates the Fourth of July quite like Clark Fork.

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Fire worries at forefront of Fourth fun

HOPE — With fire season underway, the Sam Owen Fire District has banned the use of fireworks within the district.

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Inspirational rider has 'Gran' time at CHAFE

SANDPOINT — It was a big year for the Rotary Club of Sandpoint’s CHAFE 150 Gran Fondo on June 15, with more than 500 cyclists riding routes ranging from 30 to 150 miles.

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

CAL fetes 38 years of scholarships

SANDPOINT — Community Assistance League started 40 years ago, and it was 38 years ago that the group handed out its first scholarship to a local high school senior.

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

City approves subdivision, final plat plan

PRIEST RIVER — City Council members made quick work of approving “Parkers Addition,” as there was no testimony during the June 17 public hearing on the proposal for the two-lot subdivision.

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

City mulling comp plan changes

SANDPOINT — In the wake of three zone change requests on land surrounding the Sandpoint Airport, city staff are proposing a plan to amend Sandpoint’s comprehensive plan to add a state-required chapter on the airport and its land use.

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

Local youth get STEM crazy at summer camp

SANDPOINT — School may have ended earlier this month, but learning never stops in the Lake Pend Oreille School District.

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

Horse camp teaches valuable skills to 4-H youth

SANDPOINT — Riding horses for at least five hours a day, for five days straight, you would think 4-H Horse Camp youth would have been exhausted by Friday.

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

Albertson named superintendent

SANDPOINT — After an extensive nationwide search for the Lake Pend Oreille School District’s next superintendent, it was Sandpoint’s own Tom Albertson who ultimately reined in the position.

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

Council addresses zone change requests

SANDPOINT — City Council members partially approved a zone change request of a North Boyer Avenue property on Wednesday that would allow for residential development.

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

Community meets third 'super' finalist

SANDPOINT — With deep roots in the community and an extensive background in education, it is no surprise that Sandpoint High School Principal Tom Albertson made the list of top three finalists for the Lake Pend Oreille School District’s superintendent position.

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

Community meets 2nd 'super' finalist

SANDPOINT — After recently settling down in Sagle, Dr. Paula Vincent is ready to get back in and do what she does best, as her extensive background in education led her to become one of three finalists for the Lake Pend Oreille School District’s superintendent position.

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

Community meets first 'super' finalist

SANDPOINT — Coming from a family of educators and a long-time educator himself, it is no mystery why Paul Peterson was chosen as one of three finalists for the Lake Pend Oreille School District’s superintendent position.

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

Tour group gets a look at local farms

CAREYWOOD — A horse poked its head through the window of a stall, wondering what all the fuss was about. In a larger pasture on the farm, a group of horses bounded by, showing off for the onlookers.

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French company acquires Quest

SANDPOINT — A French company known for building the fastest turboprop aircraft announced this week it is in the process of acquiring Quest Aircraft Company.

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

Community hit by widespread internet outage

SANDPOINT — Internet users across Bonner and Boundary counties felt the effects of Thursday’s outage, resulting from a damaged fiber line leading into the city of Sandpoint.

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

LPOSD announces 'super' finalists

SANDPOINT — The Lake Pend Oreille School District has announced three finalists in the search for a new superintendent.

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Home of the Snowshoe Hares

SANDPOINT — If it were up to the students, the Homeschool Academy would be the home of the Banana Slugs.

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PR's experimental forest helping students learn

PRIEST RIVER — Established in 1911, the 6,368-acre Priest River Experimental Forest has a number of ongoing research projects, including silviculture, weather and stream flow monitoring, and snowpack observations.

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

21st Century program to continue in West Bonner

PRIEST RIVER — For five years, the 21st Century Community Learning Center has offered tutoring and other academic enrichment opportunities to West Bonner County students.

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

SHS grads reflect on past, look to future

SANDPOINT — Together, the Sandpoint High School’s class of 2019 has experienced life, separately they will pursue their dreams, and forever those memories will remain.

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

LPOSD delays permanent levy decision

SANDPOINT — While a measure to make the Lake Pend Oreille School District’s supplemental levy a permanent one is likely to hit the ballots in November, district officials are not quite ready to give it the green light.

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

Unleashed dogs not allowed in city limits

PONDERAY — With a number of incidents reported over the past year, Ponderay city officials are reminding the community to keep their dogs on a leash when they are out and about.

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

CFHS grads set to go forth

CLARK FORK — Looking at the graduates of Clark Fork High School’s class of 2019, “power class” were the first words that came to mind for CFHS Principal Phil Kemink.

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

Students raise $112 in 'Pennies for Puppies'

SANDPOINT — Kids adore puppies, so what better way to motivate them to help the community than to help people with disabilities get a furry friend trained to help them with everyday tasks.

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

Seniors garner more than $1M in scholarships

PRIEST RIVER — The seniors at Priest River Lamanna High School walked with their class over the weekend, taking their first steps into the future.

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

Priest River preps for street projects

PRIEST RIVER — While the downtown area is under construction as part of the Priest River’s revitalization project, other streets around town need some attention as well.

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

Veggie gardens growing across the community

SANDPOINT — The outdoor “quad” area Sandpoint Middle School is rarely used, making it a perfect place for a garden.

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

Ripple Rug inventor to speak at IAoI

SANDPOINT — After observing the behaviors and instincts of his cats, inventor Fred Ruckel saw a problem that needed a resolution.

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

Vape detectors aim to deter usage

CLARK FORK — Electronic cigarettes are a growing epidemic among America’s youth, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

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

Community aids LPOHS grads in reaching goals

SANDPOINT — With the help of the community, five Lake Pend Oreille High School students are a step closer to achieving their dreams and goals for the future.

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

Area students nail down water issues, solutions

SANDPOINT — The Youth Water Summit on May 21 was the culmination of months of water science education and preparation for Lake Pend Oreille High School students.

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Shop has same name, new owner

SANDPOINT — While the name remains the same, Steve’s Import Auto has a new owner.

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

CFHS seniors awarded over $340K

CLARK FORK — This year’s Clark Fork High School seniors have big plans for the future.

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

Vanderholm expands early learning centers across county

PRIEST RIVER — With more than 20 years experience in owning and operating a childcare facility in Priest River, Tana Vanderholm is now expanding across Bonner County.

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

Honoring those who died for their country

PRIEST RIVER — Originally known as Decoration Day, Memorial Day is celebrated on the last Monday of May each year to honor those who died while serving in the United States military.

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

Public hearing on tap for Wisconsin realignment

PRIEST RIVER — The offset intersection of Wisconsin and Fourth streets in Priest River will be ultimately be realigned, although the project is still in the early planning stages.

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

SHS seniors land awards, scholarships

SANDPOINT — With 202 students, Sandpoint High School’s class of 2019 is what postsecondary counselor Jeralyn Mire describes as “small but mighty.”

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LPO teens give back with meal

SANDPOINT — The United Methodist Church offers a community meal every Thursday, helping to fight hunger in the area.

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

'Phenomenal' happenings at Washington

SANDPOINT — For Washington Elementary students, their Design for Change projects have made a difference not only in their school, but in the community and across the world.

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

WBCSD sees success in levy request

PRIEST RIVER — It was a tight race in West Bonner for the school district’s two-year, $6 million supplemental levy request on Tuesday.

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

West Bonner students dive into water fest fun

LACLEDE — West Bonner County students were among the 475 fifth-graders from public and private schools across Bonner County who learned about the areas water resources during the 24th annual Pend Oreille Water Festival last week.

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

City begins revitalization project

PRIEST RIVER — After years of discussion and planning, the city’s downtown revitalization project is officially underway.

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

PAFE gives $118,723 to local educators

SANDPOINT — The Panhandle Alliance for Education awarded more than $118,000 to local educators on Thursday in support of programs that enrich the lives of students in the Lake Pend Oreille School District.

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Bleeding Hearts sets bridge cleanup

SANDPOINT — As spring has made its appearance, so has the garbage and gravel littering the path along the Long Bridge.

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Former Sandpoint teacher shares a tale of 'Deception'

SANDPOINT — A decorated Vietnam veteran, a successful cardiovascular surgeon and, from an outward perspective, a pillar of his community.

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Getting wet & wild at annual water fest

LACLEDE — The purpose of the Pend Oreille Water Festival is to empower children with the knowledge to appreciate, respect, protect and conserve the area’s water resources.

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Cabi studio opens in Cedar Street Bridge

SANDPOINT — With a passion for fashion, Phyllis Foro recently opened the newest addition to the Cedar Street Bridge.

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

LPOSD weighs permanent levy options

SANDPOINT — A bill was killed in the Idaho Senate earlier this year that would have changed the rules for school district’s seeking a permanent option for maintenance and operations supplemental levies.

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

Creativity is key at Northside

SANDPOINT — The mission of Northside Elementary is to provide a warm family atmosphere where all children feel appreciated while adhering to high academic and civic standards.

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

CAL marks 40 years of community grants

SANDPOINT — For 40 years, the Community Assistance League has supported the community through education, service and philanthropy.

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

PRLHS teens log forestry contest hours

PRIEST RIVER — For 37 years, the Idaho State Forestry Contest has provided area youth with a chance to learn about using, protecting and sustaining natural resources.

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

NACA, astronauts help Priest River students soar

PRIEST RIVER — It took 28 years, five days and seven attempts, but Priest River Elementary teacher Chris Naccarato’s persistence finally paid off.

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

Public weighs in on city parks plan

SANDPOINT — A master planning effort is underway to develop a comprehensive vision for the future of Sandpoint parks and recreation.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

SHS teen heading to national conference

SANDPOINT — For the first time in Sandpoint High School’s Cedar Post history, a local student will represent Idaho at the national Al Neuharth Free Spirit and Journalism Conference in June.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

Students cruise toward forestry contest honors

CAREYWOOD — North Idaho is an ideal place for students to learn the importance of forest management, as well as the tools they need to do it.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

Aerospace open house showcases students, skills

SANDPOINT — Drone technology has gained popularity across a number of industries over the years, used in everything from aerospace and agriculture, to emergency services and environmental monitoring.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 5 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

City OKs honorary sign policy

SANDPOINT — Honorary street signs are now an option to recognize those who have made historically significant contributions to the Sandpoint community.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Tiny home proposal back before council

PRIEST RIVER — A tiny home complex is on the horizon for Priest River, though it could be up to 12 years before it is completed.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

LPOHS annual sale blooms with spring

SANDPOINT — Spring is here and Mother’s Day is just around the corner, which means it is time for Lake Pend Oreille High School’s annual flower sale.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Southside sets sights on SmartLab

COCOLALLA — The STEAM program at Southside Elementary has continued to grow and flourish over the past four years, giving the students opportunities they wouldn’t otherwise have

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Area experts address mental health crisis

SANDPOINT — In 2018, 61 people in North Idaho took their own lives, with 42 of those in Kootenai County, said Claudia Miewald, director of behavioral health services at Kootenai Health.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

SHS honors top local students

SANDPOINT — The world is full of benchmarks of success and as Sandpoint High School juniors and seniors look toward the future, former Bulldog Brita Olson had a message for them.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Southside students claim Mars Rover honors

SANDPOINT — Southside Elementary teams completed the Idaho TECH Mars Rover Challenge last week, bringing home a number of awards.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Neighborhood watch gaining momentum

SANDPOINT — Neighborhood watch is all about neighbors helping neighbors, keeping each other and their property safe.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Randolph named PR's Distinguished Young Woman

PRIEST RIVER — After gracing the stage to the theme of “Top Gun” alongside seven other young ladies on Saturday, Priest River Lamanna High School’s Natalie Randolph was named the 2020 Distinguished Young Woman.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Community comes together for day of giving

SANDPOINT — Local organizations are joining nearly 600 others across the state in raising funds through the largest single day of giving — Idaho Gives.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Rotary Youth Exchange seeks host families

SANDPOINT — Through its Youth Exchange Program, the Rotary Club of Sandpoint gives teens an opportunity to experience the world, learning about different cultures and languages.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Community weighs in on LPOSD search

SANDPOINT — For those who missed last week’s community forum, there is still time to provide input regarding the superintendent search for the Lake Pend Oreille School District.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Surgery gives Sagle man a second chance

SANDPOINT — Setting his hands flat on the table, Robert Cunningham looked down at them and smiled.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

The mystery of the floor safe is revealed

SANDPOINT — A group of onlookers gathered around the mysterious floor safe at Sandpoint Super Drug on Thursday, anxiously awaiting the big reveal.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Program taking local teen overseas

SANDPOINT — By the time she is finished with college, Emma Dreier will be a world traveler, immersed in different languages and cultures.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Local youth named finalist in national essay contest

SANDPOINT — Minimum wage laws are meant to help workers by raising wages and preventing companies from exploiting employees. Do the laws succeed?

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Kootenai Elementary adds outdoor learning

KOOTENAI — Spending time in nature can provide a number of benefits for children and adults, from stress relief to improved mental well-being and concentration.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

DYW participants 'Aim High'

PRIEST RIVER — Eight high school juniors will “Aim High” per the “Top Gun” theme of this year’s Distinguished Young Women Program.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

PR approves downtown project bid

PRIEST RIVER — The city is a step closer to the start of its downtown revitalization project after council members approved a construction contract with Earthworks Northwest last week.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Event seeks to raise funds for seniors

SANDPOINT — Massages, music, raffle prizes and food.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Zone change veto frustrates couple

SANDPOINT — Local landowners are expressing frustration of the mayor’s decision to veto a zone change to their property last week, shortly after the ordinance was approved by City Council.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Smart cans coming to downtown, city parks

SANDPOINT — In the wake of a contract renewal with Waste Management, City Council members also approved the installation of smart garbage cans in the city’s downtown core and parks on Wednesday.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Rotary hosting murder mystery fundraiser

SANDPOINT — This year’s Rotary Club of Sandpoint gala will be “A Dinner to Die For.”

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Rognstad nixes zone change

SANDPOINT — City Council approved a rezoning request on March 20 that could ultimately allow a multi-family and small-scale commercial development by the Sandpoint Airport.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Search on for new superintendent

SANDPOINT — Time is of the essence in the Lake Pend Oreille School District’s search for a new superintendent.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Students honored for school safety efforts

SANDPOINT — A group of Washington Elementary third graders have proven that age doesn’t matter when it comes to making a difference and creating change.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Hals details ed-related legislation

SANDPOINT — During last week’s Lake Pend Oreille School District meeting, chief financial and operations officer Lisa Hals had two things to report, both on education-related bills in the Legislature.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Fulcher hears concerns in trip through region

SANDPOINT — On a reprieve from Washington, D.C., Idaho Rep. Russ Fulcher traveled around North Idaho on Tuesday, stopping in Sandpoint to meet with local officials and state legislators.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

PR tiny home complex is proposed

PRIEST RIVER — A Priest River mobile home park could ultimately be transformed to a tiny home complex, pending approval of a conditional use permit.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Woodward resigns from LPOSD

SANDPOINT — After seven years with the Lake Pend Oreille School District, Superintendent Shawn Woodward announced he will be moving on after the school year comes to a close.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Students to host film in celebration of Earth Week

SANDPOINT — Coral reefs are disappearing around the world, and the film “Chasing Coral” documents a team of divers, photographers and scientists as they set out to discover why.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Simko, Stevens take top CFHS academic honors

CLARK FORK — Many of the 17 students making up Clark Fork High School’s class of 2019 have grown up together.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Southside SOARs toward success

SANDPOINT — Southside Elementary is the home of the Eagles, where students and staff SOAR toward success.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Woolnough details life with Parkinson's

SANDPOINT — With a passion for research, education and advocacy of Parkinson’s disease, A.C. Woolnough said he feels an obligation to help in the global effort to learn more about the disease.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Brewing up funds to help fire victims

SANDPOINT — The February fire that destroyed five businesses and two iconic building in the heart of downtown Sandpoint also left some people out of work.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

PRLHS teen takes tech to the next level

PRIEST RIVER — In talking with her grandmother at Christmas time, Priest River Lamanna High School senior Beverly Landeros realized some of her favorite gifts growing up were her Game Boy Advance, Nintendo NES and Apple iPod Touch.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS AGO

Earth Week activities announced

SANDPOINT — In celebration of Earth Day, local organizations are partnering up for a full week of events this year.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Program offers inclusion to those with disabilities

SANDPOINT — The goal of Inclusion is just as the name indicates, to include adults with developmental disabilities and help them live life exactly how they want to live it.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Welcoming spring with treats, helping homeless

SANDPOINT — Bonner Homeless Transitions is once again welcoming spring with its “Treats on Your Feet” fundraiser.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Artists sought for Silver Box Project

SANDPOINT — The Sandpoint Arts Commission spent the past two years developing a program to feature annually alternating sculptures in downtown, dubbed the “Silver Box Project.”

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Service learning comes to PR community

PRIEST RIVER — Service learning trips provide college students with an alternative spring break option, though the groups typically head toward warmer climates.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Time frame mulled for lapsed utility connections

PRIEST RIVER — A water and sewer connection fee for 7Brews and May’s Catering was recently waived by city officials, per the city’s current utility ordinance.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

LPOSD's financial future solid

PONDERAY — In looking forward to fiscal year 2020, the Lake Pend Oreille School District has two known variables in regard to budget.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

City awards bid for Parks & Rec plan

SANDPOINT — To develop a comprehensive vision for Sandpoint’s park system, the city has initiated a Parks and Recreation master planning effort that will address individual parks, open spaces, trails, recreation facilities, amenities and programs.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Cultivating a welcoming culture at Kootenai Elementary

SANDPOINT — The mission of Kootenai Elementary is to inspire deep learning, awaken creativity and develop leaders.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Canine Companions set to 'Raise the Woof'

SANDPOINT — The Inland Northwest Chapter of Canine Companions for Independence is preparing to “Raise the Woof” once again.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

New park going to the dogs

There has been talk of building an off-leash dog park in the Sandpoint area for some time, so when the Panhandle Animal Shelter and city of Ponderay partnered up to construct a park next to the shelter, the community jumped on board.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

WBCSD levy is back on the ballot

PRIEST RIVER — Following the failed supplemental levy request on March 12, West Bonner County School District officials were left with two options — run the levy again or cut 26 percent of the budget.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

City gears up for downtown project

PRIEST RIVER — The city is gearing up for downtown improvements as the project heads to bid for construction.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

PRLHS senior claims state BPA honors

PRIEST RIVER — Even though the Business Professionals of America competition this year allowed only the first place winners from team events to go to state, seven Priest River Lamanna High School students still qualified to take part in the competition.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Sidewalk, pathway codes to change

SANDPOINT — Before delving into a master planning effort for sidewalks and pathways, city staff is looking to improve City Code to provide clarity, consistency and fairness.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Intermax seeking watershed easement

SANDPOINT — Intermax Networks is looking to create a new high-speed broadband fiber optic network spanning from the existing network in Sandpoint up to Schweitzer Mountain Resort.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Southside students take FabSLAM honors

COCOLALLA — Southside Elementary’s two FabSLAM teams nearly cleaned house at this year’s North Idaho FabSLAM regional competition, taking home three of four awards.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Sandpoint Waldorf brings 'Les Miserables' to town

The teachers at the Sandpoint Waldorf School stay with their students throughout their eight-year journey at the school, progressing through each grade alongside the kids.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Patriotic program connects older, younger generations

SANDPOINT — The first United States Flag Act was established in 1777, resolving that the U.S. flag be made of 13 stripes, alternating in red and white, with 13 white stars in a field of blue.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Youth take on recycling with DFC

SANDPOINT — Washington Elementary sixth-graders have taken on recycling in their Design for Change efforts, starting with a program in their school and hopeful of educating the broader community as well.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Pair honored as PRLHS valedictorian, salutatorian

PRIEST RIVER — The motto of the West Bonner County School District is “Strive for Greatness.” The adage is one which Priest River Lamanna High School’s 2019 valedictorian and salutatorian team most certainly emulate.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

WBCSD officials to discuss levy options

PRIEST RIVER — West Bonner County School District officials will look at putting the supplemental levy back on the ballot for May after the March 12 initiative failed to pass.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

City OKs design of downtown project

SANDPOINT — The city’s downtown revitalization efforts date back as far as 2005, to the inception of the Sandpoint Urban Renewal Agency, and more recently with council’s adoption of the “Downtown Streets Plan and Design Guide” in 2012.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

SHS Science Circuit serves up hands-on fun

SANDPOINT — There may not have been the typical explosion that goes along with fireworks during an experiment performed by a pair Sandpoint High School students on Friday, but there were colorful flames for all to enjoy.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

SHS teens pitch in on dog park project

SANDPOINT — When the area’s first off-leash dog park opens this summer, pups will be able to roam and play in a safe and fun environment.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Wrenco Arms hosting grand opening

PONDERAY — Wrenco Arms is on target for Saturday’s grand opening of its indoor shooting range, the first of its kind in Bonner County.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Area school levies pass, fail across county

SANDPOINT — It was a win some, lose some for Bonner County school districts on Tuesday.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

City details downtown revitalization funding

PRIEST RIVER — Talk of revitalizing Priest River’s downtown dates back as far as 2004, though it was a few more years before the project got underway.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Sandpoint tackles city transit plan

SANDPOINT — Since the city adopted its 2008 Urban Area Transportation Plan, a number of changes have taken place, from local and regional growth, to roundabouts and the conversion of the one-way streets to two-way.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Pi Day serves up sweet SASi fundraiser

SANDPOINT — What is better than stuffing your face with pie on Pi Day? Shoving it in someone else’s face, of course.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Long-time staff head toward retirement

SANDPOINT — When she first took on the position of city clerk, Maree Peck was told she had some “big shoes to fill” as outgoing clerk Helen Newton said her goodbyes.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Sandpoint High trio honored as top students

SANDPOINT — In Latin, valedictorian means “farewell sayer.” To deliver this farewell address at graduation is one of the highest honors a high school senior can have.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Anselmo addresses levy questions, concerns

PRIEST RIVER — West Bonner County School District is among three local districts with levy requests that will go to voters in less than a week.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

County's schools celebrate Read Across America

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Sagle features activities, learning

SANDPOINT — From lunch and weather announcements, to daily reminders and jokes, Sagle Elementary’s “550 News” has it all.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Local duo named National Merit finalists

SANDPOINT — Two local high school seniors are among the top students in the nation after recently receiving the title of National Merit Scholars.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Hope features students, academics

SANDPOINT — As this year’s advanced math team, three Hope Elementary students took on the task of running the school’s annual Christmas food drive in partnership with Hope Memorial Community Center.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

City Beach's feathered foes set for relocation

SANDPOINT — The population of resident geese that breed and stay in the United States increased from 230 to 3.89 million birds between 1970 and 2009. As those numbers continue to increase across the nation, Sandpoint struggles with a growing population of geese as well.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Local students rise up to help area's hungry

SANDPOINT — Kootenai and Farmin-Stidwell elementary students got a rise out of helping out the hungry earlier this month, baking bread to donate to local soup kitchens.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Anselmo details levy requests

PRIEST RIVER — School districts across the state are struggling with funding shortfalls, and the West Bonner County School District is no exception.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

PRLHS Human Rights Club dominates WBCSD discussion

PRIEST RIVER — The Human Rights Club at Priest River Lamanna High School remains under fire by community members after the December topic focused on “Men and LGBTQA.”

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Community offers a variety of scholarships

SANDPOINT — Businesses, organizations and foundations across the county are once again handing out thousands of dollars in scholarships to Bonner County seniors this year.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

City set to update comp plan

SANDPOINT — The city’s comprehensive plan is a 20-year vision of the community, by the community.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Granary District nominated for historic register

SANDPOINT — The old Co-Op Gas and Supply Company, known as the Granary District, was constructed in 1934. With a rich farming history in Bonner County, the old grain elevator, which still stands tall today, was used to grind grain for the local farmers.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Sandpoint Elks donates $2K to CCS programs

SANDPOINT — For those battling cancer, the emotional and financial impacts can be devastating.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

First Ave. improvements detailed

SANDPOINT — The second phase of the city’s downtown revitalization project will, in many ways, mirror last year’s improvements along Cedar Street. One notable difference, however, will be the dates of construction.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

PLE nets STEM grant

PRIEST LAKE — For every hand a device, for every mind a challenge.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Idaho Hill takes in reading, writing and drones

OLDTOWN — From recess and robots, to horses and butterflies, Idaho Hill Elementary students wrote a variety of fascinating stories for the school’s writing celebration.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

No foul play suspected as fire's cause

SANDPOINT — While the fire that devastated five downtown businesses is still under investigation, there has been a lot of speculation on social media as to where and how the fire started, said City Administrator Jennifer Stapleton.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Donations sought for Children's Fund auction

SANDPOINT — During the Idaho Education Association’s annual Delegate Assembly, hundreds of educators from across the state hold an auction to raise money for the IEA Children’s Fund.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Yoga studio opens downtown

SANDPOINT — WE Yoga boasts a warm, friendly atmosphere, with its large open space, the aroma of essential oils and a number of large windows lining the walls, letting the natural light flow through the studio.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Teen hopeful for Presidential Scholar honors

SANDPOINT – Just over 50 high school seniors across the state are in the running for the U.S. Presidential Scholars Program, which recognizes and honors some of the nation’s most distinguished graduating students.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Carnival packs fun into winter

SANDPOINT — More snow is in the forecast, just in time for everyone to grab their coats, hats and gloves and warm up with some Winter Carnival festivities.

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PR teen tabbed for EILT program

PRIEST RIVER — For as long as she can remember, Jordan MacDonald has dreamed of becoming a lawyer.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Community heartbroken

SANDPOINT — Heartbroken and shocked.

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HSA students takes stage in honor of Black History Month

SANDPOINT — African masks are a traditional part of a ceremonial costume, used in religious, sacred and social events, and represent spirits of animals, ancestors or mythological creatures.

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City begins water master plan effort

SANDPOINT — An aging water system and continued growth in the area has prompted city officials to initiate a water system master planning effort.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Valentine's event is sweet treat for all

SANDPOINT — Valentine’s Day isn’t for everyone.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

STEaM Olympics puts learning into practice

PRIEST RIVER — Kids learn things in school every day, but it is putting those skills into play with hands-on activities that can really STEaM things up.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Mushers, sled dogs race to 49 years of fun

PRIEST LAKE — As the sled dog team approaches the start line, it is all the driver can do to hold them back.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Agreement back before city council

PRIEST RIVER — A 2011 agreement between the Happy Agers Senior Center and the city of Priest River was back before council on Monday, following concerns over some of the lease conditions.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Figures come to life at storybook wax museum

COCOLALLA — Animals, fairytale characters and historic figures came to life last week as the halls of Southside Elementary were transformed into a living storybook wax museum.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Tasty fundraiser helps local vets

SANDPOINT — Freedom is sweet.

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Firefighters raising funds to fight cancer

SANDPOINT — Selkirk Fire, Rescue and EMS is stepping up its game with their largest team yet to take on the Scott Firefighter Stairclimb challenge in Seattle next month, with the ultimate goal of finding a cure for blood cancer.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Students claim v-i-c-t-o-r-y in spelling bee

SANDPOINT — It was a tough night for sixth-grade spellers on Thursday, as 13 of the 16 kids were knocked out in the first round of the district-wide spelling bee.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Williams notes 30 years at Panhandler Pies

SANDPOINT — February marks 30 years of Panhandler Pies ownership for Rex Williams, who purchased the restaurant and bakery all those years ago from Beaner Johnson on a “gentleman’s handshake.”

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

CFHS students showcase experiential learning

CLARK FORK — For Elena Perez, the new arts and culture track at Clark Fork High School was the perfect choice.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Region fares well in LHTAC rankings

SANDPOINT — With 92 applications and a total of $69.8 million in strategic initiatives grant requests, the Local Highway Transportation Council had its hands full.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

PRLHS pair takes project to council

PRIEST RIVER — Through Priest River Lamanna High School’s “Core Project,” a handpicked group of students are looking to make the school a better place.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Students rally toward kindness, reading

OLDTOWN — Martin Luther King Jr. once said, “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, ‘What are you doing for others?’”

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Teen center spices it up with culinary program

SANDPOINT — Since the Sandpoint Teen Center’s former facility sold last July, the group has been searching for a new place to call home.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

LPOSD outlines its case for levy

SANDPOINT — Recruiting and retaining employees in Bonner County can be a challenge for a number of reasons.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Local youths shine bright at Future City competition

SANDPOINT — When you flip a light switch, power doesn’t just “magically” come to you.

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CFHS seniors gain insight on the future

CLARK FORK — In the process of their senior projects, Clark Fork High School students learned what they might want to do in the future. More commonly, however, they learned what they do not want to do after high school.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

District steps up to keep breakfast free for students

PRIEST RIVER — Despite the outcome of a recent food service audit at Priest River Lamanna High School, breakfast will remain free to students for the time being as district officials agreed to foot the bill.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

WBCSD seeks $6M, 2-year levy

PRIEST RIVER — The West Bonner County School District will once again ask voters to approve a two-year supplemental levy in March. While the amount is the same as the current two-year levy approved in 2017, the ballot will look a little different than it has in the past.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Grace departs KLT as organization flourishes

SANDPOINT — Through hard work, dedication, and a network of dedicated board members, staff and volunteers, Kaniksu Land Trust has been successfully transformed to a community-based model, somewhat unique to an organization of its kind.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Students find passion in projects

SANDPOINT — Positive thinking can improve quality of life, boost the immune system, and help people cope with stress.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

App gets residents engaged

SANDPOINT — Since launching the Engage Sandpoint app on Sept. 12, the city has had 167 requests for service, from issues concerning traffic signals and crosswalks, to street lights and parking.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Local students building ADA swing for local park

SANDPOINT — Jessica and Patrick Rachels have spent the past couple years advocating for awareness of the cytomegalovirus at the state level.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

City mulls Settlement de-annexation

PRIEST RIVER — After annexing hundreds of acres east of Priest River into the city over a decade ago, Priest River officials are looking at de-annexing after development plans for the area never came to fruition.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

City OKs field reservation policy changes

SANDPOINT — City Council discussed changes to Sandpoint’s athletic field reservation policy in August 2017 and, more than a year later, adopted several amendments to the document last week.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Reynolds returns to roots at Rokstad

SANDPOINT — Before opening Reynolds Auto Sales in Sagle, Tina Reynolds started her career in the automotive industry at Evergreen Ford in 1995, which transitioned to Rokstad Ford in 1999.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Kitchen Ponderay set to get cooking

PONDERAY — After 18 months of planning, development and fundraising, the Bonner County Economic Development Corporation had all of the ingredients to break ground on the construction of Kitchen Ponderay last January.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

District renews contract with charter school

PONDERAY — After struggling to stay within the school’s revenue in the past, Forrest Bird Charter School officials had a goal, one which they reached as they had $832,000 in the fund balance by the end of last school year.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Living Voices brings history to life

KOOTENAI — Nearly every fourth-grader in the room raised their hand when asked if they had heard of the American Revolution.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Farmin-Stidwell group tackles litter problem

SANDPOINT — Two Farmin-Stidwell Elementary students realized there was a problem with garbage on their playground, and subsequently made up flyers, a video, and held a meeting to recruit classmates to help with the problem by grabbing buckets and gloves to pick up the trash.

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Cities pack 2018 with changes

From drones and city ordinances, to crimes and carousels, 2018 was packed with news.

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Woodward, Dixon address education at WBCSD

PRIEST RIVER — As Gov. Brad Little addressed Idaho residents in his State of the State and budget addresses on Monday, his primary focus, he said, is education.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

YMCA's arrival tops '18 news

From a new YMCA and the dedication of a flagpole display, to Coats for Kids and Toys for Tots, 2018 continued to be a busy year.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Geiger steps up to help local youth

PONDERAY — Mayor Steve Geiger walked a total of 180 miles in October to help the one and only school located in Ponderay purchase new playground equipment.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Turf decision stalls as parks plan initiated

SANDPOINT — As the city initiates a master planning effort for Sandpoint parks, Memorial Field’s future turf remains a mystery.

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2018 was eventful

From smelters and store closures, to grand theft and gardens, there was no shortage of news in 2018.

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Year marked by lawsuits, kudos

From building closures and lawsuits, to local schools and students recognized for top achievements, 2018 was a busy year for news.

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PTAC seeks comment on District 1 candidates

SANDPOINT — After receiving several applications for the position of District 1 representative, the Public Transportation Advisory Council is seeking public comment to help them in their decision. Among the three final candidates is Ryan Luttmann of Sandpoint.

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Projects, budgets highlight 2018

From city projects and budgets, to fairs and fatalities, there was no shortage of news in 2018.

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Special Olympian among year's top stories

From city engineers and Special Olympics, to fires and collisions, 2018 was a busy year.

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Lawsuits, cases dominate 2018

From sentencings and lawsuits, to road work and rodeos, there was no shortage of news in 2018.

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Priest River mulls water, sewer fee

PRIEST RIVER — In the final meeting of 2018 for Priest River City Council, a request to waive or discount a $7,500 water and sewer connection fee for 7Brews and May’s Catering dominated the conversation.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Legislators prepare for 2019 session

SANDPOINT — The Idaho Legislature will have many new faces as the 2019 session convenes this month, and with that turnover comes some new, as well as some familiar, committee assignments for District 1 lawmakers.

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Firefighter's record among year's top stories

From world records and floods, to forestry contests and elections, 2018 was a busy year for news.

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Keough's long career among top '18 stories

From Shawn Keough’s 22-year Senate run, to smelter scrutiny and flood predictions, there was no shortage of news in 2018.

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Shooting, BNSF bridge among top news in 2018

From awards and marches, to injuries and arrests, 2018 was a busy year.

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City targets sidewalks, pathways

SANDPOINT — There are 50 miles of sidewalks, approximately 800 curb ramps, and nearly 10 miles of multi-use pathways within Sandpoint city limits.

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Kramer's HOF selection tops 2018

From business expansions and student accomplishments, to plea deals and life sentences, 2018 was a busy year for Bonner County.

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Sandpoint High teen named QuestBridge Scholar

SANDPOINT — Sandpoint High School students have applied for a QuestBridge scholarship each of the last 10 years, and each year those teens have been unsuccessful.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Year packed with news

SANDPOINT — From new faces, resignations and retirements, to fires, rescues and arrests, there was no shortage of news in 2018.

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Projects reflect passion of PRLHS seniors

PRIEST RIVER — The wall between the metal and wood shop classes at Priest River Lamanna High School has a bit more color these days.

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LPOHS tracks growth, success

SANDPOINT — Lake Pend Oreille High School students may be “at risk,” but to the school staff, that has a different meaning than the traditional definition.

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Washington sixth-graders power into the future

SANDPOINT — Why is wind power so popular?

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Campaign aims to help homeless

SANDPOINT — For the past 24 years, Bonner Homeless Transitions has assisted single women, women with children and families in providing the stability they need to overcome homelessness.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Carousel art reflects Sandpoint community

SANDPOINT — When Spokane’s Looff Carrousel curator Bette Largent first learned of the Golden Age carousel rescued by Reno and Clay Hutchison of Sandpoint, she was astonished at the find.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Transportation funding detailed

SANDPOINT — There is a shift in the state this year, with a new governor, treasurer and about 25-percent turnover in the Legislature, said Rep. Sage Dixon.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

WBCSD: Question, persuade, refer to prevent suicide

PRIEST RIVER — Idaho is consistently among the top ten states in the U.S. with the highest suicide rates, according to research by Idaho Department of Health and Welfare.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Sandpoint High grad pays heartfelt visit to hometown

SANDPOINT — There is an old idiom about tugging on the heartstrings, which refers to feeling strong emotions such as love or sadness.

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Walking in a storybook winter wonderland

SANDPOINT — Washington Elementary second-graders spent the morning Friday running along a snowy trail, stopping at each kiosk along the way as they were anxious to find out who “The Animals’ Santa” was.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Southside kids enjoy full week of coding fun

COCOLALLA — The bugs were battling it out on the floor of the Southside Elementary library on Dec. 6, with one of the stinging scorpions the first to go down.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Oh deer! Collisions help the hungry

SANDPOINT — Deer hit their rutting season in November, which is also why more deer are hit by vehicles that month.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Speaker calls on area's students to be 'do-ers'

SANDPOINT — It is not easy to hold the attention of hundreds of high school students for an hour, but motivational speaker Mike Smith knows how to do just that.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Ballot OK'd for $25M LPOSD levy

SANDPOINT — The Lake Pend Oreille School District’s proposed $25 million operations and maintenance supplemental levy will head to voters in March.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

District takes AP honors

SANDPOINT — The Lake Pend Oreille School District is one of 373 school districts in the United States and Canada honored by the College Board with placement on the 9th Annual AP District Honor Roll.

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PR passes RV ordinance

PRIEST RIVER — A months-long conversation came to head last week as City Council members voted in approval of a new occupied recreational vehicle ordinance.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Luckey honored at national event

PRIEST RIVER — The theme of Susie Luckey’s speech as she was honored as Idaho’s National Distinguished Principal in Washington, D.C., in October could be summed up in two mottos.

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Carousel efforts are riding high

SANDPOINT — A team of volunteers have been busy restoring the 1920 Allan Herschell Carousel since it was released from hibernation two years ago.

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Sandpoint OKs changes to parking plan

SANDPOINT — Parking once again dominated at City Council on Wednesday, as council members adopted several changes to the city’s off-street parking ordinance.

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SHS students showcase the school's many options

SANDPOINT — When it came time for Tom Albertson to talk about what makes Sandpoint High School special, he turned to the experts — the students.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

UI site heading to open market

SANDPOINT — A year ago, the city had high hopes it could buy the University of Idaho’s property on Boyer Avenue, pursuing public involvement to create a vision for the land.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

SWAC transitions to 'Litehouse YMCA' site

SANDPOINT — The former Sandpoint West Athletic Club is now a branch of the YMCA of the Inland Northwest, and on Wednesday, YMCA officials announced the Sandpoint branch has been named after a local company.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Sandpoint Kiwanis helps out dog park effort

SANDPOINT — In the weeks leading up to their annual fundraiser, Sandpoint Kiwanis Club members were trying to decide who would be this year’s beneficiary.

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New owners take the reins at 7B Fitness

SANDPOINT — A clean, friendly, “know-you-by-name” atmosphere is the main focus for the new owners of 7B Fitness.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Software helps city, county track short-term rentals in area

SANDPOINT — The city did a complete overhaul of its short-term rental ordinance across a multitude of City Council meetings in 2017, and while many issues were addressed, tracking and permit compliance were still a challenge.

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Community aids Kinderhaven

SANDPOINT — In traditional Festival of Trees fashion, this year’s event featured trees decked out in different themes such as “Don’t Stop Believing” in the spirit of Christmas, “A Christmas Story,” a man cave tree titled “Git ‘er Done,” as well as Monopoly, Seahawks and much more. Needless to say, …

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Proposed $25M levy input sought

SANDPOINT — Lake Pend Oreille School District officials have proposed $25 million for the district’s next two-year maintenance and operations supplemental levy.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

PRLHS Human Rights Club under scrutiny

PRIEST RIVER — The new Human Rights Club at Priest River Lamanna High School fell under scrutiny by community members as the club’s focus outlined for December is on “Men and LGBTQA.”

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RV ordinance dominates council meet

PRIEST RIVER — Recreational vehicles once again dominated the conversation at City Council last week as the city looks to implement restrictions via a proposed ordinance.

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Silver boxes up for downtown art project

SANDPOINT — Three silver boxes are now posted on the corners of Oak and Church streets between Fourth and Fifth avenues.

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Sandpoint sets snow, city event policies

SANDPOINT — Recent City Council workshops culminated in the adoption of revisions to Sandpoint’s snow removal and special event policies on Wednesday.

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SVCS kids showcase great states

SANDPOINT — Oregon became the 33rd state in the Union in 1859, and is a “great” state for fishing and hunting, said Selle Valley Carden School third-grader Josie Wood.

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Christmas gift ideas at LPOHS

SANDPOINT — As the Thanksgiving holiday comes and goes, the Christmas shopping season begins.

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Woolnough serves as WPC ambassador

SANDPOINT — Since his diagnosis in 2013, A.C. Woolnough has participated in more than 25 research studies on Parkinson’s disease.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Local teen helps fight global hunger

SANDPOINT — By the time she was 17, Kayetlin Alexander of Priest River raised thousands of dollars and spent countless hours volunteering her time to help out charities across the globe.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Drone event lands at Priest River Elementary

PRIEST RIVER — Each crew member on a flight deck has a job to do, and the colors they wear help delineate what that job is.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

SMS strives to 'make learning irresistable'

SANDPOINT — The staff at Sandpoint Middle School strives to “make learning irresistible,” as that is the school motto.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Sandpoint tweaks city's snow removal policy

SANDPOINT — After an overhaul of the city’s snow removal policy in 2017, staff is once again looking at changes to the document.

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$25M supplemental levy mulled

PONDERAY ­— Recruit, train and retain highly effective personnel.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Generosity creates a lasting change

SANDPOINT — The words charity and philanthropy are often used interchangeably, however there is a difference between the two.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Understory opening second location

PONDERAY — Two years to the day after opening Understory Coffee and Tea in downtown Sandpoint, a young couple is opening a second location in Ponderay.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Raptors capture HSA students' attention

SANDPOINT — Native to the Arizona desert, Harris’s hawks and are one of the only raptor species that hunts in packs.

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'Miracle Minute' helps local nonprofits

SANDPOINT — When it comes to supporting local nonprofits that help others in need, every dollar helps.

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Shields celebrates latest children's book

SANDPOINT — The Tennessee Mule Artist Bonnie Shields has been creating pen and ink art for the Idaho State Draft Horse and Mule Show since she moved to Sandpoint in 1980.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

City proposes occupied RV limits, exceptions

PRIEST RIVER — Complaints from residents prompted city officials to take a look at Priest River’s occupied recreational vehicle ordinance earlier this year.

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PRLHS dedicates school's flagpole display

PRIEST RIVER — Three flags now fly high at the north end of the Priest River Lamanna High School field.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 5 MONTHS AGO

Subarea planning attracts interest

PRIEST LAKE — Interest was strong among Priest Lake residents in creating the community’s comprehensive subarea plan.

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Plummer bids farewell; Bee welcomes Cajero

SANDPOINT — For the past 13 years, Eric Plummer has documented the scores, stats and achievements of young athletes in Sandpoint and Bonner County.

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

City pushes downtown project until Sept.

SANDPOINT — With the third consecutive year of construction downtown coming up in 2019, business owners have a lot of concerns about potential impacts.

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Trio claims Dist. 1 legislative seats

SANDPOINT — Nearly 73 percent of Bonner County’s registered voters cast a total of 18,853 ballots in Tuesday’s general election.

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Woodward dominates District 1 Senate race

SANDPOINT — Voters lined up early at the polls Tuesday morning to cast their votes for state and county candidates.

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IHE gathers STEAM

OLDTOWN — Even animals made of clay need a home.

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SCRC sets 'Mission Hometown'

SANDPOINT — “Mission Hometown” is the theme of Sandpoint Community Resource Center’s next Service Provider Information Network meeting.

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Vets group sets annual lake cruise

SANDPOINT — The Special Forces Association Chapter 25, the William B. Hunt Memorial Chapter, is once again offering a Veterans Day cruise on Lake Coeur d’Alene with the purpose of bringing veterans together to celebrate the day.

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

City's off-street parking heads to hearing

SANDPOINT — With several proposed changes to the city’s off-street parking requirements, the Sandpoint Planning and Zoning Commission wants to hear what the public has to say.

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

Kootenai student rallies classmates to donate

KOOTENAI — Two years ago, a 6-year-old Addie Brewington handed KXLY 4’s Kris Crocker a $100 bill in the Bonner Mall. The youngster had chosen KXLY’s Coats 4 Kids as her charity, saving her allowance specifically for the cause.

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

Building a skilled workforce in Idaho

SANDPOINT — Governor C.L. “Butch” Otter established a 17-member task force in 2017 to look at workforce development in Idaho.

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

YMCA acquires Sandpoint West

SANDPOINT — While the YMCA of the Inland Northwest has had a local presence through its youth development programs, Sandpoint has never had its own YMCA facility.

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CFHS kicks off school programs

SANDPOINT — Students who attend small schools might say the staff know them “far too well.”

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Encoder adds to 'Coats' total

SANDPOINT — Encoder Products Company has stepped up once again to share the warmth this year.

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'Lights On' showcases afterschool programs

PRIEST RIVER — What happens when you add food coloring to bleach?

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PRLHS teens tell youth to stay focused, follow dreams

OLDTOWN — Idaho Hill Elementary students gripped their red ribbons as they made their way out to the school’s fenceline last Wednesday.

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Subarea plans sought for western county

PRIEST RIVER — Bonner County’s comprehensive plan is just vague enough to address the entire county, yet not specific enough to address specific areas, said Milton Ollerton, Bonner County Planning director.

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BCEDC bids farewell to outgoing director

SANDPOINT — As executive director of the Bonner County Economic Development Corporation, Paul Kusche said his most proud accomplishment is the “What’s Happening Up North” collaborative workshop.

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FBCS students get crafty for Harvest Bazaar

SANDPOINT — Economic students at Forrest Bird Charter High School have not only created handcrafted products, they have created business to sell them.

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

'What's Happening Up North' to address housing and labor

SANDPOINT — Local companies are having trouble gaining and retaining employees as affordable housing is hard to come by.

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

Lake Pend Oreille High seniors look to the future

SANDPOINT — With more than 40 seniors attending Lake Pend Oreille High School this year, the class of 2019 is shaping up to be the largest in the school's history.

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LPOSD starts supplemental levy talk

PONDERAY — About 30 percent of the Lake Pend Oreille School District's budget is funded through a supplemental maintenance and operations levy.

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Dentist joins Operation Gratitude

SANDPOINT — Kids may not want to give up their Halloween candy, but when it is for a good cause, maybe they will change their mind.

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

PRE nearly doubles no-sell fundraising goal

PRIEST RIVER — Students of Priest River Elementary grabbed their chairs, blankets, popcorn and candy Saturday night, making themselves cozy as they prepared to watch "Monsters, Inc." in the school gymnasium.

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Republican bus tour hits western Bonner County

PRIEST RIVER — A gathering place in the form of a hangar at Priest River Municipal Airport created the perfect analogy for Sherri Ybarra, Idaho superintendent of public instruction, and the state's five-year plan for education.

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SHS seniors apply in Idaho, beyond

SANDPOINT — Not everyone knows what they want to do when they grow up.

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City mulls special event fees, procedure

SANDPOINT — In accordance with the city’s strategic planning process, one goal of Sandpoint officials is to implement policies and procedures that provide clarity and consistency.

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FBCS families connect with school staff, community

SANDPOINT — As one parent pointed out on Thursday, the Forrest Bird Charter School family summit is a "one stop shop" with haircuts, vaccines, clothing, water bottles and lots of information from around the community.

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Sandpoint approves wastewater facility plan

SANDPOINT — With its aging infrastructure, the city has replaced or rehabilitated nearly a quarter of its wastewater treatment system over the past 10 years.

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As Homeschool Academy grows, so will new garden

SANDPOINT — As enrollment at the Homeschool Academy continues to grow, now its garden will, too.

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Fire crews take message of safety to community

SANDPOINT — October is Fire Prevention Month, which provides an opportunity for fire personnel to get out in their communities and spread the word about the importance of fire prevention.

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Complaints prompt look at RV ordinance

PRIEST RIVER — The city is looking to update its occupied RV ordinance as concerns have been raised about people living full-time in RVs within city limits.

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Coats 4 Kids continues to share the warmth

SANDPOINT — It is that time of year, once again, when the community comes together the share the warmth with the 33rd annual Coats 4 Kids donation drive.

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

Proposal seeks to honor legendary Bulldog, Packer

SANDPOINT — A proposal to name five blocks of Ontario Street for Sandpoint native and NFL Hall of Famer Jerry Kramer may be in the city's future. It is not going to happen this week, however, as was the hope of longtime local businessman and Green Bay Packer fan John …

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

Youngsters inspired by furry friends

SANDPOINT — A strobe light sent colorful circles around the room as "Who Let the Dogs Out" began to blare from the speakers in the common area at Farmin-Stidwell Elementary.

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

Annual CTE Roadshow drives into Sandpoint

SANDPOINT — More and more emphasis is being placed on career-technical education, which provides students with hands-on skills to better prepare them for future careers.

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

BCHA tackles affordable housing

SANDPOINT — Affordable housing is hard to come by in Bonner County, which is why the Bonner Community Housing Agency is working on solutions to the problem.

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

Area students get lesson in money management

SANDPOINT — Houses, cars, utilities and food are some of the expenses high school seniors have to look forward to as they will soon enter the adult world.

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

Local church to 'Light up the Night' on Halloween

SANDPOINT — The Sandpoint Church of the Nazarene is once again offering a warm, safe place full of fun activities for families to enjoy on Halloween night.

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

ITD kicks in cash for Highway 57 sidewalk

PRIEST RIVER — The Highway 57 sidewalk project is back on track this week after the Idaho Transportation Department pitched in $25,000 for unexpected expenses to the project.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

NIHSA launches drone events and program

SANDPOINT — The North Idaho High School Aerospace Program has successfully prepared students for broad range of careers in the aerospace industry over the years.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Group hosting pony restoration workshop

SANDPOINT — The community continues to be a crucial aspect of the restoration of the historic Carousel of Smiles, as the nonprofit is hosting the first of its pony restoration workshops next Friday.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Jordan pays visit to Sandpoint

SANDPOINT — Paulette Jordan's grandfather was an inspiration in her life, including her drive to become governor of Idaho.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

City takes new tack to send geese packing

SANDPOINT — An adult goose can produce up to two pounds of fecal matter each day.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Sandpoint to install holiday lighting

SANDPOINT — In the past, trees downtown were strung with festive lighting for the holiday season through the now defunct Business Improvement District. In addition, the city Parks and Recreation staff have traditionally done the tree lighting at Jeff Jones Town Square and along Second Avenue.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Bleeding Hearts sets Long Bridge cleanup

SANDPOINT — Gravel and garbage across the Long Bridge are a hindrance for anyone who enjoys walking across the two-mile long structure.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Officials celebrate Ella Ave. project

SANDPOINT — The Ella Avenue rehabilitation project recently finished on time and well under budget, prompting city officials to continue improvements on the stretch of road between Pine and Chestnut streets.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Prop 1 foes, supporters try to make their case

SANDPOINT — Proponents and opponents of Proposition 1 are now in a race against time to make their case to Idaho residents as historical horse racing heads to voters next month.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Frustrations rise over sidewalk project

PRIEST RIVER — There was no shortage of frustration by City Council members on Monday as costs continue to rise on the Highway 57 sidewalk project.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

PAS awarded $50K to expand H2H

PONDERAY — Home to Home is a program created by Panhandle Animal Shelter in response to an unexplained increase in animal surrenders to the shelter.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Vac Shack opening Sandpoint location

SANDPOINT — The Vac Shack in Coeur d’Alene gets a lot of business from Sandpoint customers. This is not the most ideal situation for people to get their vacuum serviced, since they have to leave it at the shop and pick it up another day.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

State officials updated on LPOSD

SANDPOINT — For the second year in a row, increased enrollment qualified the Lake Pend Oreille School District for emergency levy funds.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Challenge inspires kids to read through summer

KOOTENAI — As Kootenai Elementary principal Kelli Knowles rode an adult-size tricycle around the playground on Thursday morning dressed in a monkey suit, a student hollered, "Wait, you're really doing it?"

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

FBCS student honored as National Merit semi-finalist

SANDPOINT — A Forrest Bird Charter High School senior is among the top 1 percent of students in the nation as he was recently named a semi-finalist in the National Merit Scholarship program.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

CHAFE 150 raises $50K for LPOSD autism programs

SANDPOINT — The Sandpoint Rotary Club continues to support local students on the autism spectrum, donating $50,000 to the Lake Pend Oreille School District on Wednesday.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

WBCSD weighs in on smelter

PRIEST RIVER — While West Bonner County School District trustees said they are not taking a stance for or against the proposed PacWest silicon smelter, board chair Sandy Brower said they felt it would be negligent not to send a letter in consideration of the health and welfare of the …

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

CCLC enters final year

PRIEST RIVER — The 21st Century Community Learning Center at Priest River Lamanna High School has entered its fifth and final year of the of the grant for the program.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Downtown's heart offers perfect wedding location

SANDPOINT — As Sandpoint Police officers began to block off intersections surrounding First Avenue and Main Street on Tuesday evening, a couple dozen passersby posed the same question: "What is going on?"

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

LPOSD facility needs detailed

SANDPOINT — A recent assessment of the facilities in the Lake Pend Oreille School District identified five schools with the most need in terms of remodeling or replacement.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

City talks parking code changes

SANDPOINT — Downtown parking has been a topic of conversation among city officials over the years.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

New brewery opens downtown

SANDPOINT — Handcrafted brews, beer cocktails and Indian cuisine are what patrons can expect when they enter the new brew pub on Pine Street.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Horizon donates time, money to local food bank

SANDPOINT — The three pillars of community outreach efforts for Horizon Credit Union are health, hunger and education.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Sandpoint student named National Merit semi-finalist

SANDPOINT — When Adele Marchiando's teacher told her she needed some help in the office, Marchiando thought she would be copying some papers during her independent study class at Sandpoint High School last week.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Preparedness expo expands

SANDPOINT — As the third annual Inland Northwest Preparedness Expo approaches, the event has evolved into a full weekend of workshops, presentations and exhibits.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Priest River mulls raising registration fee

PRIEST RIVER — City Council members discussed raising business registration fees on Monday after noting concerns by Councilwoman Candy Turner.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Trip to India serves up inspiration for teachers

SANDPOINT — Over the past couple years, Washington Elementary students have successfully designed change, from suicide awareness and prevention both locally and abroad, as well as intersection safety changes at their school.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Sandpoint West converted to one-way traffic

SANDPOINT — A lot has been happening with the downtown streets this year, between the downtown revitalization on Cedar Street, the sewer work on First Avenue, and the bike path project on Oak Street.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Effort designs new loading zones

SANDPOINT — Washington Elementary third-graders were somewhat disappointed to learn they would not be getting rainbow crosswalks.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Artists invited to take part in carousel restoration

SANDPOINT — It has been nearly two years since the community got its first look at the historic Carousel of Smiles as it was released from its 64-year slumber.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Wood's B.F. Redi-Mix opens new plant

SANDPOINT — Colburn Industrial Park has a new addition as Wood's B.F. Redi-Mix recently opened a brand new, state-of-the-art concrete plant.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Officials address state of the cities

SANDPOINT — Apps, streets, events and little winged mammals were just some of the topics touched on by city officials from Dover, Ponderay and Sandpoint during the State of the Cities address on Thursday.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

City moves to Engage Sandpoint

SANDPOINT — Moose on the loose in Sandpoint?

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Area experts debate wildfire issues

SANDPOINT — Forest management and defensible space were a common theme as a group of area fire, forestry and county experts formed a panel on Saturday to discuss the current state of wildfires in North Idaho and the surrounding region.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Priest River's downtown utility lines going underground

PRIEST RIVER — The Priest River Urban Renewal Agency board approved a resolution last week to receive a $250,000 loan that will initiate the first portion of the downtown revitalization project this fall.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Freedom Fest returns to county this weekend

COCOLALLA — When Darla Fletcher first entered the 88-year-old barn at the former Cocolalla Corner, she knew immediately what she was going to name it.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Free health clinic invites all to 'Walk the Course'

SANDPOINT — For the past 15 years, Bonner Partners in Care Clinic has offered free health care to area residents who need it.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 7 MONTHS AGO

Sam's fundraiser benefits local teen

SANDPOINT — After he was accidentally shot in the face this summer, the family of 13-year-old Jade Harlow recently got some good news as the youth was named the 2018 Sam's Produce benefit recipient.

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

Apprenticeship gives SHS grad a headstart

SANDPOINT — At 19 years old, Dyllan Thompson never imagined he would be where he is today.

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

New daycare to open this month in town

SANDPOINT — A new child care center on Division Avenue will open by the end of September, offering a daycare for kids 3 months to 5 years old.

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

Businesses to relocate after closure

SANDPOINT — As of 5 p.m. Wednesday, the building housing two long-time downtown businesses closed to the public. At 5:01 p.m., a chainlink fence went up around the building blocking access after the city closed the structure due to safety concerns.

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

County's schools recognized

SANDPOINT — Several schools across Bonner County have been recognized as top performers and goal makers.

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

Hwy 57 sidewalk project underway

PRIEST RIVER — A construction project that began last month will ultimately increase safety for students who regularly make the trek along Highway 57 between the high school and junior high.

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

Southside bathrooms get colorful makeover

COCOLALLA — The bathrooms at Southside Elementary were just that, bathrooms.

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

Homeschool Academy has a new home

SANDPOINT — When the Homeschool Academy opened its doors two years ago, it welcomed 16 students.

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

LPOSD teachers welcomed back to school

SANDPOINT — Between school shopping, student orientations and figuring out schedules, students have spent the past couple weeks preparing to head back to school.

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

Sewer project to close First Avenue

SANDPOINT — As Cedar Street gets ready to open to motorists, sections of First Avenue will close this fall as the city continues its sewer main replacement project.

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

Annual event promotes suicide awareness

SANDPOINT — As September is Suicide Awareness Month, the community will once again come together to promote suicide awareness, hope and healing during the third annual Walk for H.O.P.E. event Sunday.

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

Hagemann to lead photowalk

SANDPOINT — Receiving her first camera as a Christmas present at the age of 9, Rebecca Hagemann began dabbling in photography from a young age.

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

Washington welcomes new school principal

SANDPOINT — As the school year is set to begin next week, Tassia Hamer is ready to settle in as Washington Elementary's new principal.

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

LPOSD adds 21st Century Learning

SANDPOINT — The Lake Pend Oreille School District was awarded a grant to implement a 21st Century Community Learning Center program at Farmin-Stidwell and Kootenai elementaries.

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

Hungate celebrates 100 years at Priest Lake

PRIEST LAKE — It was about a three-day trek to Canoe Point on Priest Lake from Cheney in the early 1900s.

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

BHT offers transitional, low-income housing

SANDPOINT — The Bonner County Homeless Task Force was established in 1991 by a group of food bank volunteers who saw need in the community.

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

Committee talks LPOSD facilities

SANDPOINT — A strategic planning process started by Lake Pend Oreille School District officials last October led to the commission of a Citizens Facility Advisory Committee, which met for the first time last week.

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

City adopts $44.5 million budget

SANDPOINT — With the theme of "A Framework for the Future," City Council members adopted the 2018-2019 city budget of $44,538,939 on Wednesday.

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

Bike and Build riders lend hand at Trestle Creek

SANDPOINT — Bike and Build riders made their annual stop in Sandpoint this week to help out Bonner Homeless Transitions with painting, moving furniture and other assorted tasks.

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

Affordable housing struggle pondered

SANDPOINT — With roughly half the residents in Sandpoint living with unaffordable housing, "missing middle" housing may be the answer.

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

City seeks input on roadway's realignment

PRIEST RIVER — The street configuration of Fourth and Wisconsin currently results in an offset intersection at Highway 2.

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

Medicaid expansion tour kicks off

SANDPOINT — It was little more than a year ago when Luke Mayville came back to his hometown of Sandpoint to organize a door-to-door campaign advocating for local schools.

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

City budget drops to $44.5M

SANDPOINT — During an Aug. 1 workshop, city staff presented council members with a proposed budget for fiscal year 2019 at $1 million less than the preliminary amount set on July 18.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

City traffic changes on tap as arts fair moves

SANDPOINT — The Pend Oreille Arts Council has held its annual Arts and Crafts Fair at City Beach for the past 45 years.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

NIHSA adds drones, new planes

SANDPOINT — The North Idaho High School Aerospace Program teaches students the ins and outs of everything aviation, from ground school, to building planes and flying them.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Wastewater plant stays at existing site

SANDPOINT — City Council members were tasked with a decision last week regarding the wastewater treatment plant, stemming back to one question discussed over the past year — should it stay or should it go?

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

PR ponders proposed utility rate increase

PRIEST RIVER — Priest River residents could see up to an $8.61 increase in their water and sewer bill, pending approval on Aug. 20.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Sandpoint native competes on game show

SANDPOINT — "America Says" is a game show where two teams of families and friends compete for $15,000 by guessing Americans' responses to survey questions.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Trio speak music's language

SANDPOINT — Music is a universal language, which the Music Conservatory of Sandpoint seeks to capture through it's International Young Musician Exchange program.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Area fires continuing to burn

SANDPOINT — The Cougar Fire burning near Hope grew to 700 acres as of Monday, with activity expected to increase over the next week due to hotter, drier weather in the forecast.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Bell finds creativity in quilting 

SANDPOINT — As a retired family practice physician, Judy Bell is all about following science.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Fair notes the 'Good Old Days'

SANDPOINT — "Good Old Days, Country Ways."

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Camp helps kids tap into their curiosity

COCOLALLA — More than 50 kids headed to school earlier this week at Southside Elementary, though not for traditional learning.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

PR adopts tentative city budget

PRIEST RIVER — City Council adopted a "tentative" budget Monday of $7,959,865 for fiscal year 2019, which if adopted, would be just over $10,000 less than the current year's budget.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Hike promotes Parkinson awareness and research

SANDPOINT — After surviving the 58-mile hike along the Pacific Crest Trail last year, A.C. Woolnough said he would never do it again. He even gave away all his gear.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Farmin's Landing options

SANDPOINT — The city purchased Farmin's Landing in 2015 with the purpose of pre-treating stormwater and stabilizing the bank along Sand Creek.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

City adopts preliminary budget

SANDPOINT — City Council members adopted a preliminary budget last week of $45,538,939 for the 2018-2019 fiscal year.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Tours explore historic Sandpoint

SANDPOINT — The building at 419 N. Second Ave. was home to the Sandpoint library for 33 years, until a one-mile book brigade transferred the thousands of books to the new library location on Division Avenue in 2000.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Sam Owen serving up annual pancake breakfast

HOPE — The Sam Owen Fire District is preparing to serve up some steaming hot flapjacks Saturday morning for its 14th annual pancake breakfast fundraiser.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Cook: 'I loved every bit' of logging career

PRIEST RIVER — “Insanity.”

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Rhino Hide seeks to make walls bulletproof

SANDPOINT — A local company has announced it has developed a line of two-part chemical wall filler that will "turn any classroom into a bulletproof safe room."

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

LPOSD welcomes new board chair

PONDERAY — As of last Tuesday, the Lake Pend Oreille School District board of trustees has a new chairman.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

City reinstating amnesty program

SANDPOINT — As of July 11, there were 3,178 unpaid parking tickets in the city, for a total fine amount of $83,360.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Sandpoint continues field turf talk

SANDPOINT — Turf talk regarding War Memorial Field stalled out for about a year as other projects in the city took precedence.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Eye Care For You welcomes new doctor

SANDPOINT — Eye Care For You is adding a pediatric eye care specialist to the practice with its newest addition, Dr. Chad Schobert.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Women gain self-defense skills

SANDPOINT — Sandpoint Police Chief Corey Coon recently took some punches after volunteering to wear the RedMan suit for the first women’s self-defense class sponsored by SPD.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Eye clinic opens in Priest River

PRIEST RIVER — While the building at 6132 Highway 2 has been many things over the years, the business now residing there is the first of its kind for Priest River.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

PR run promotes suicide awareness

PRIEST RIVER — Suicide continues to be the second leading cause of death for Idahoans between the ages of 15 and 34, according to the Suicide Prevention Action Network of Idaho.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

3 garner ILA honors

SANDPOINT — For Ann Nichols, being named Idaho Library Association’s Librarian of the Year for 2018 was not only exciting, she said, but a surprise as well.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

TCC stores gear up for giveaway

SANDPOINT — Round Room, LLC, the nation’s largest Verizon authorized wireless retailer, is set to hand out 187,000 backpacks filled with school supplies on July 22 at more than 1,200 TCC and Wireless Zone stores across the country.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

R&L Property Management clarifies address

SANDPOINT — R&L Property Management moved nearly a year ago, yet some are still heading to the company’s former office.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Sandpoint approves proposal

SANDPOINT — A process spanning two years culminated Wednesday night in the adoption of a city strategic plan by council members.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 9 MONTHS AGO

Sandpoint Library set to break ground on garden

SANDPOINT — The Sandpoint branch of the East Bonner County Library District will soon provide edible education to its patrons.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Kidstock flush with music, fun

PRIEST LAKE — Music, dancing, and playing on the beach is what Kidstock is all about.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Changes are coming to Timber Days

PRIEST RIVER — Timber Days is a celebration of Priest River's history as a logging town, dating back to the early 1900s with an annual log drive on the Priest River.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

PAS launches Donation Station drive

PONDERAY — A donation and sorting facility at Panhandle Animal Shelter will commence with a groundbreaking event on Wednesday.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Teen center seeking new home

SANDPOINT — The building in which the Sandpoint Teen Center resides has been sold before the group had a chance to purchase it themselves.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Panel details wastewater treatment plant options

SANDPOINT — City Council members heard several options regarding the future of the wastewater treatment plant during a workshop-style meeting on Thursday.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Firm makes strides on fiber network

SANDPOINT — Fatbeam made its first water crossing last week as the company continues its 49-mile fiber infrastructure mission for the Lake Pend Oreille School District.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Silent auction benefits Canine Companions

SANDPOINT — The "Raise the Woof" silent auction is underway with two plush dog houses that would make any pup paw-sitively delighted.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Road construction aims to help trouts' journey

PRIEST RIVER — A construction project on East River Road will ultimately ease the burden of native fish during their journey up Big Creek, a tributary of the Priest River.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Multi-unit utility rate discussion continues

PRIEST RIVER — While it was once again tabled on Monday, a discussion over multi-unit utility rates for city water services may be nearing an end.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Tadic hired on as city engineer

SANDPOINT — When Sandpoint city officials went on the hunt for a new Public Works director, Dan Tadic was a finalist for the position.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Draft horse show this weekend

SANDPOINT — The Idaho State Draft Horse and Mule International Show, typically held in September, has a new date this year.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Local youth earns bike from Sandpoint Sports

SANDPOINT — Easton McNall tried to hide by his mom when he saw the small crowd waiting for him inside Sandpoint Sports on Thursday.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Jacey's Race remains on track

SANDPOINT — Jacey's Race is about much more than running a race.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Lions detail parade route, Fourth theme

SANDPOINT — In an effort to bring more music to the Fourth of July Grand Parade, the Sandpoint Lions Club dubbed this year's theme, "The Sounds of Freedom."

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

4 share Fourth grand marshal title

SANDPOINT — This year's Fourth of July parade will have four grand marshals, as local law enforcement officers recently injured in the line of duty have been selected for the honor.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Groups partner on affordable housing

SANDPOINT — A partnership between two local organizations will expand the local rental pool for low-income families and keep transitional housing available in Sandpoint for homeless women and families.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Sandpoint street projects continue on schedule

SANDPOINT — "Sorry for the mess," states signs on Cedar and Oak streets, as roads and sidewalks have been torn up in the midst of the many construction projects around town.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Throttle up for 'Run Whatcha Brung'

OLDTOWN — They don't call it "Run Whatcha Brung" for no reason.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

WBCSD closes PREP

PRIEST RIVER — There are many reasons students might choose an alternative high school, from being homeless to simply not fitting in at a traditional school.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Freedom 5K to kick of Clark Fork festivities 

CLARK FORK — For a small town, Clark Fork knows how to throw a Fourth of July celebration.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Tractor club finds new home at fairgrounds

SANDPOINT — Over the course of his life as a local farmer, Dennis Hamann has never owned a new piece of equipment.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

4-H'ers learn a lot while horsing around

SANDPOINT — It's been a full week of horsing around at the fairgrounds for Bonner County 4-H'ers, as more than 70 area youth attended 4-H Horse Camp this week.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

CAL members get glimpse of the future

SANDPOINT — When Mary Daubersmith taught first grade, she had a banner in the room that said, "A classroom is four walls with a future inside."

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Hearing continued on zoning changes

PRIEST RIVER — The city's planning and zoning ordinance is getting a makeover as many of the topics are outdated or obsolete.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

City OKs River View Ridge deal

PRIEST RIVER — The city approved an agreement with the developer of River View Ridge Estates on Monday, but not before an in-depth discussion and amendment to the privacy screening requirement.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Strategic plan gets finishing touches

SANDPOINT — Strategic planning is a tool used by businesses and organizations to inform decisions over the short- and long-term.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Kitchen Ponderay set to cook up success

PONDERAY — Over the course of 26 years, Gem Berry products have been made in many different kitchens.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Tour provides inside look at local agriculture, farms

SANDPOINT — There are 22 natural colors of alpaca, and their long, soft hair is a valuable fiber used to make blankets, sweaters, socks, hats and more.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

LPOSD approves $34.9M budget

PONDERAY — The school year is over, but the new fiscal year for the Lake Pend Oreille School District is just around the corner.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Selle Valley kids explore history's 'Traditions'

SANDPOINT — Hopi means peace, therefore the Hopi were a peaceful tribe of Native Americans.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

PRLHS grads encouraged make their mark on world

PRIEST RIVER — Be compassionate, be honest, treat people with respect and dignity, and be responsible for your own actions.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

Changes are in store for Newport Rodeo

NEWPORT — A few changes are in store for the 69th annual Newport Rodeo, including the return of the family carnival and an alternate parade route.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 10 MONTHS AGO

SHS grads set to make mark on the world

SANDPOINT — The Sandpoint High School class of 2018 is the “record-breaking class,” said SHS Principal Tom Albertson.

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

City to install EV charging station

SANDPOINT — The nearest electric vehicle charging station is in Coeur d'Alene — until next week.

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

CFHS grads set sights on future

CLARK FORK — Clark Fork High School’s graduating class got off to a bit of a “rough” start at the beginning of their senior year, said their principal, Phil Kemink.

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

STEAMing toward the future

COCOLALLA — A "hidden treasure," are the words used by Lynette Leonard to describe Southside Elementary.

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

WBCSD eyes closure of PREP school

PRIEST RIVER — The Priest River Education Program started in August 2000 to offer students an alternative high school option.

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

City mulls River View Ridge plan

PRIEST RIVER — Crews are starting work on River View Ridge Estates this week and, if all goes as scheduled, utilities and landscape improvements will be completed by July.

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

DFC teams named U.S. finalists, semi-finalists

SANDPOINT — The results are in and Washington Elementary's two Design for Change teams were named finalists and semi-finalists in the national competition.

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

Sandpoint approves roundabout artwork

SANDPOINT — “Beautiful in its simplicity.”

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

Community awards LPOHS students more than $18K

SANDPOINT — Three Lake Pend Oreille High School students were overjoyed Thursday as they were awarded $18,500 in scholarships.

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

City Beach goose fight goes wild

SANDPOINT — Geese have terrorized Sandpoint City Beach for many years, which is why city officials hope a pack of coyotes will do the trick.

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

Pie throwing tosses out lunch debt

SANDPOINT — The Mire brothers faced off in a "Mire Mash" last Friday to raise money for Lake Pend Oreille High School.

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

Annual celebration is a (multi)cultured affair

SANDPOINT — The field at Forrest Bird Charter School was a plethora of color Wednesday as the middle school students dressed in traditional garb of different countries and cultures around the world, and displayed their knowledge through art, artifacts and food.

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

City street projects underway

SANDPOINT — The Cedar Street construction is underway and on schedule, according to city officials.

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

SCS students raise money for cancer research

SANDPOINT — Cheers erupted from Sandpoint Christian School students Wednesday as they watched their teacher take a pie in the face.

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

Memorial Day tributes honor region's fallen soldiers

PRIEST RIVER — More than a million American soldiers have been killed in combat, with many more wounded and missing in action.

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

Flood warnings continue as lake, river levels rise

SANDPOINT — Flood warnings continue for Lake Pend Oreille and the Pend Oreille River below Albeni Falls Dam until further notice, according to the National Weather Service.

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

PRLHS teen doubles up on graduation

PRIEST RIVER — Dylan Glazier will walk the graduation aisle with his classmates at Priest River Lamanna High School in just over a week, but not before graduating alongside his classmates at North Idaho College.

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

Sandpoint teen takes second at BPA nationals

SANDPOINT — To qualify for the Business Professionals of America National Leadership Conference, individual participants must place in the top five in their respective categories at the state level, and teams have to place in the top three.

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

Seniors garner $178,000 in awards

SANDPOINT — More than 50 community members and organizations awarded Sandpoint High School seniors a total of $178,764 on Tuesday.

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

Parking, rentals back on city's radar

SANDPOINT — It was in October when Sandpoint Councilwoman Deb Ruehle said the short term rental ordinance would "turn into parking," where city officials would have to revisit the ordinance several times.

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

PAFE awards grants to area teachers

SANDPOINT — Since 2003, Panhandle Alliance For Education has awarded $1,676,418 to 691 local teachers.

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

Legislators detail Idaho transit issues

SANDPOINT — In its annual Highway Report, the Reason Foundation ranked Idaho as number seven in overall and cost-effective rankings.

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

Water festival whets students' appetite for learning

LACLEDE — Anyone who says girls don’t like bugs has never met Hannah Fisher or Bella Bailey.

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

STEaM Olympics heating up fun factor

PRIEST RIVER — Priest River Lamanna High School plans to show how STEaM lessons and skills learned at school are applicable for careers later in life through the school's first STEaM Olympics today.

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

Nonprofit seeks to send young diabetics to Camp STIX

SANDPOINT — While she was initially frightened after being diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes at 8 years old, Hailie Neufeld let go of her fear and now uses her condition to spread awareness of the disease.

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

Cedar St. project starts Monday

SANDPOINT — As Lost in the '50s comes to a close, so will Cedar Street.

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

Students wrap up Design For Change projects

SANDPOINT — Giving someone their 15 minutes could save a life.

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

Program aims to teach firearm safety to youth

SANDPOINT — Seven years ago, Daughter's Day at the Range started out with about 28 young ladies.

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

Bonner County youth learn importance of water quality

LACLEDE — Anyone who says girls don't like bugs has never met Hannah Fisher or Bella Bailey.

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

Woodward, Scott claim GOP legislative nods

SANDPOINT — With the final numbers of Tuesday's primary election coming through just before 3 a.m., the legislative candidates were still digesting the news on Wednesday.

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

PRLHS students compete in contest

CAREYWOOD — Eight Priest River Lamanna High School students joined the hundreds of Idaho students who competed in this year's Idaho State Forestry Contest last Thursday.

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

PRE students encouraged to reach for the stars

PRIEST RIVER — Since 1973, Chris Naccarato has dreamed of going to space.

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

Business sports new name, same faces

SANDPOINT — Although it's now known by its new name, Gription Tire Pros is still the same, locally-owned shop it has always been.

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

FBCS teens graduate NIC

SANDPOINT — Along with their classmates, four seniors at Forrest Bird Charter School are looking forward to graduation.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

Area youth forage for forestry contest honors

CAREYWOOD — When the Idaho State Forestry Contest started in 1982, there were about 35 kids who participated in the event.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

LPOSD to vote on strategic 5-year plan

PONDERAY — Lake Pend Oreille School District trustees will be voting May 22 on whether or not to approve the five-year priorities and metrics outlined through a strategic planning process.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

App connects POCSO, community

NEWPORT — The Pend Oreille County Sheriff’s Office has released a free mobile app, which will allow the sheriff’s office to quickly disseminate emergency alerts and post news about missing persons, flooding, fire, traffic delays, and crime reports.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 6 YEARS, 12 MONTHS AGO

Program aims to offer real-world experience

SANDPOINT — Five Sandpoint High School welding students are getting experiece with professional equipment outside of the classroom due to a partnership between the school, MakerPoint Studios and the Kiwanis Club of Sandpoint.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

City details upcoming Cedar Street construction

SANDPOINT — Cities don't typically hold 8 a.m. meetings at beer halls — unless, perhaps, it is the central location of a big construction project.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

City seeks EIS for 2nd BNSF bridge

SANDPOINT — City Council members adopted a resolution Wednesday requesting the United States Coast Guard to provide an Environmental Impact Statement in regards to BNSF's proposed Sandpoint Junction Connector.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

SV students branch into Arbor Day lessons

SANDPOINT — On the first Arbor Day, in 1872, it is estimated that more than a million trees were planted.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

Local nonprofits participating in Idaho's largest day of giving

SANDPOINT — The state’s largest single day of giving, Idaho Gives, is Thursday and several area nonprofits are participating this year.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

NIHSA shines spotlight on student planes

SANDPOINT — North Idaho students in the Aces Aviation Workshop spent more than two years building a plane that had its first successful flight last summer and, as of last July, the group has been working on their latest project — a 1945 Taylorcraft BC-12D.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

PRE sees improvement in behavior, academics

PRIEST RIVER — Students who are "at risk" are generally defined as those who struggle with academic and behavioral issues.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

Firefighter claims record by running 100 miles in gear

SANDPOINT — Blisters, chafing, sore feet and utter exhaustion did not stop Gwen Le Tutour from setting a world record.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

Local youths become Memory Masters

SANDPOINT — Fourteen local youngsters have been dubbed Memory Masters this week in their respective Classical Conversations communities.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

Committee identifies LPOSD priorities

SANDPOINT — Based on input from the community, a strategic planning committee has developed a set of five broad priorities for the Lake Pend Oreille School District to work on over the next five years.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

SHS senior wins Sullivan Leadership Award

SANDPOINT — Students who pursue Seattle University's Sullivan Leadership Award must go through a dedicated process over several months, as winners receive full tuition, room and board for all four years of undergraduate study.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

PR sets sights on wastewater project's next phase

PRIEST RIVER — As the first phase of the city's wastewater treatment plant project is scheduled to wrap up by the end of the month, city officials are looking ahead to the second phase.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

DYW participants to shine at Saturday program

PRIEST RIVER — In accordance with this year's theme, 10 high school juniors will "Shine Bright" this Saturday during Priest River's Distinguished Young Women program.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

Clark Fork High pair earns academic honors

CLARK FORK — While the senior class may be small, there is no shortage of honors to go around as Clark Fork High School announced its 2018 valedictorian and salutatorian team.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

Local mom pleads for return of late son's belongings

SANDPOINT — It has been almost exactly two years since 15-month-old Vaiden Bailey drowned, and last week, his mother said her heart broke all over again as she discovered his belongings missing from her storage unit.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

Arts panel revises Silver Box Project

SANDPOINT — City Council rejected seven art submissions on Wednesday as the Sandpoint Arts Commission's Silver Box Project is being restructured.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

Bids awarded for Ella, CIPP projects

SANDPOINT — In addition to its many downtown projects this year, the city will be doing a maintenance and rehabilitation project on Ella Avenue.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

Earth Day cleanup events set

SANDPOINT — People across the world will celebrate Earth Day on April 22 by cleaning up their local communities.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

Coaches help math add up for everyone

SANDPOINT — Trust is of the highest priority for math coaches in the West Bonner and Lake Pend Oreille school districts.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

Run to Remember Lexi set for May 5

PRIEST RIVER — Lexi Minish would celebrate her 11th birthday on May 8, probably doing something outdoors with her family, as those are the things she loved.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

Grants to aid CTE programs

PRIEST RIVER — Priest River Lamanna High School will get a boost in its career-technical education programs after two teachers were awarded grants totalling $27,500.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

Food bank garden blooming

SANDPOINT — The Bonner Community Food Bank garden will provide even more produce for local families this year.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

Selkirk firefighter to attempt world-record run

SANDPOINT — Gwen LeTutour has run ultra marathons, and he has run in firefighter gear, but nobody has ever recorded a 100-mile run in full turnouts.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

Little talks diversity, economy

SANDPOINT — Brad Little has been Idaho's lieutenant governor for nearly 10 years, and as a rancher and businessman by trade, he said it was an honor when the governor asked him to step into the position as former Lt. Gov. Jim Risch transitioned to the United States Senate.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

Health initiative fuels visit from Seahawks player

KOOTENAI — At six-foot-five, George Fant towers over a lot of adults, not to mention elementary school students.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

7b Auction readies for first auction

PONDERAY — After travelling for more than three years and spending months at a time in the Sandpoint area, Mike Hoernke and his family decided to settle down and start a business.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

LPOSD adopts new K-6 curriculum

PONDERAY — The English Language Arts curriculum on the elementary level was last updated 12 years ago in the Lake Pend Oreille School District.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

PR council mulls septic request

PRIEST RIVER — Few exceptions are allowed when it comes to the requirement of residents within city limits to hook up to the city's sewer system.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS AGO

ICC expanding youth program

SANDPOINT — Since 2015, the Idaho Conservation Corps has employed Idaho youth and young adults in the Boise area to complete high priority natural resource projects throughout the state, and this year, the program is expanding to add additional crews based in Sandpoint.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Leroy seeks House seat

SANDPOINT — Dave Leroy, a candidate in the seven-way race to replace Rep. Raul Labrador in Idaho's first congressional district, paid a visit to Bonner County this weekend, in part, to attend Priest River's Lincoln Day dinner Friday evening.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Food bank seeks to 'strike out hunger'

SANDPOINT — In its mission to "strike out hunger," the Bonner Community Food Bank is hosting its second Hunger Bowl fundraiser on Saturday.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Fundraiser set for Jeremy Krueger, family

SANDPOINT — At just 37, Jeremy Krueger was diagnosed on Feb. 9 with inoperable stage IV metastatic pancreatic cancer when pain in his legs sent him to the emergency room.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Fundraiser sets sights on CMV awareness

SANDPOINT — Jessica and Patrick Rachels of Kootenai have spent the last two legislative sessions advocating for CMV awareness, with some big wins in the House and Senate.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Wastewater project's first phase nears end

PRIEST RIVER — The first phase of improvements to the city's wastewater treatment plant, or "water resource recovery facility," is nearing completion, with a total expenditure thus far of $2.3 million.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Students collect more than 1K books

PRIEST RIVER — Creating an interest in reading among students is essential to local elementary schools, and through a recent book drive, students are helping spread the love of literature throughout the community.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Sandpoint welcomes new PW director

SANDPOINT — After exactly two months without a Public Works director, the city's newest department head was sworn in on Monday.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Second-graders take intersection safety to city

SANDPOINT — Washington Elementary School could soon have rainbow crosswalks after a group of second-graders took their safety concerns to City Council recently.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Trailer inventor to speak at IAoI meeting

SANDPOINT — Jason Johnson invented an all-terrain vehicle trailer about 20 years ago, after a need for a special trailer that could take the abuse of the offroad environment drove him to build his first unit.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Ponderay gets $100K toward field complex

PONDERAY — The vision for the Field of Dreams is that it would someday be an area for sports and recreation for area youth and adults.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Community rallies with fundraiser for injured teen

SANDPOINT — Hunter Jacobson is showing improvement with each passing day following a serious dirt bike accident on Dec. 2., but the healing and rehabilitation is going to be a long process due to the serious injuries he suffered.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

PRLHS students 'dominate' NIS&E fair

PRIEST RIVER — Of the 88 students who participated in the North Idaho Science and Engineering fair this year, 33 were from Priest River Lamanna High School.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Luckey named Idaho's 2018 top principal

OLDTOWN — To be chosen as a National Distinguished Principal, a nominee must show evidence of “outstanding contributions to the community and to the education profession.”

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

SCS hosts patriotic program for families, guests

SANDPOINT — "Did you hear the one about the Liberty Bell?"

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Teens get insight into nuts & bolts of manufacturing

PONDERAY — Screws and other tiny parts are needed for just about every product, from surgical and dental equipment, to archery and aerospace.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

'March for Our Lives' event today

SANDPOINT — Students across the world will march the streets of their respective communities today as proponents of gun reform, and Sandpoint is no exception, in the movement dubbed "March for Our Lives."

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

City gets $500K toward UI property

SANDPOINT — The city is closer to acquiring the 77-acre University of Idaho's Boyer Avenue property after receiving a $500,000 grant from the LOR Foundation to support the purchase.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Southside team takes FabSLAM honors

COCOLALLA — Five Southside Elementary students knew nothing about 3D printing in October when they took on the task of solving a transportation problem.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Growing a community force to help prevent crime

SANDPOINT — One of the oldest methods of crime prevention, neighborhood watch programs have proven successful in eliminating opportunities for criminals.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

SHS doubles up on valedictorian, salutatorian honors

SANDPOINT — Two valedictorians is a rare occurrence in itself, but to have co-valedictorians named Katherine and Catherine is an unusual coincidence as well.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

LPOSD survey: Facilities a frequent theme

PONDERAY — In addition to the 70 people who participated in the Lake Pend Oreille School District's strategic planning community meetings in January, nearly 1,200 people completed an online survey.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Students enjoy a slice of Pi

SANDPOINT — Raspberry Pi was served up in Dinah Gaddie's manufacturing and design II class at Sandpoint Middle School on Wednesday.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Higher Ed Tour hits area schools

SANDPOINT — The goal of the Idaho Higher Education Tour is to reach every high school junior across the state to start the discussion of college and career readiness.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

SHS students host walkout to honor shooting victims

SANDPOINT — More than 100 Sandpoint High School students fell silent Wednesday morning in honor of those killed in the Parkland, Fla., high school shooting a month prior.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Training helps Consolidated focus on future

SANDPOINT — As experienced workers begin to retire in the plumbing, heating and waterworks industry, a shortage of employees is iminent.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Spring athletes offered credit recovery

PRIEST RIVER — The season of spring sports has begun, and with the implementation of a program at Priest River Lamanna High School this year, some students who thought they wouldn’t be able to play were given a second chance.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

SASi's fundraiser packed with pi-filled fun

SANDPOINT — One in five Americans have no idea what pi is, according to a recent survey by NationalToday.com.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

STEM interest catches fire at Science Circuit

SANDPOINT — Only during the annual Science Circuit are Sandpoint High School students encouraged to play with fire.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 1 MONTH AGO

Home School Academy hosts 'end-of-winter' fun

SANDPOINT — Home School Academy students put their math, art and science talents to use in building toboggans with only cardboard, duct tape and paint.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Business cooks up affordable kitchens

SANDPOINT — As her husband is a construction contractor, it only made sense for Amy Lunsford to begin designing kitchens.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

SMS shows off school spirit

SANDPOINT — Red, white and an abundance of school spirit dominated the Sandpoint Middle School gymnasium last Friday.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Council exempts buses from breakup restrictions

PRIEST RIVER — City Council passed an ordinance to amend City Code on Monday, exempting school buses from spring breakup speed restrictions on city streets.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

WBCSD approves gun show venue

PRIEST RIVER — The upcoming spring gun show will see a couple of changes in the rules, as well as the addition of a free breakfast.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Bradshaw announces candidacy

SANDPOINT — Steve Bradshaw, pastor of the Cocolalla Cowboy Church, is announcing his candidacy for the District 1 seat on the Bonner County Commission.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

CFHS students showcase mastery education

CLARK FORK — Clark Fork Junior/Senior High School moved toward a mastery-based education model four years ago, and according to CFHS instructor Mike Turnlund, it is a "smashing success."

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Smelter, environment dominate panel talk

SANDPOINT — Possible environmental impacts to the region dominated Wednesday's panel discussion on the proposed Newport silicon smelter.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Library volunteers honored as RSVP nears end

SANDPOINT — Marge Thomas, Lynn Piper and Roberta Rice are long-time participants of the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program, dedicating their time to the East Bonner County Library District.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

City hosts smelter panel tonight

SANDPOINT — A proposed silicon smelter in Newport, Wash., has been a topic of controversy across state lines for the past several months.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

PRLHS pair get valedictorian, salutatorian honors

PRIEST RIVER — Although Spencer Sedgwick took on the roll of Gaston in Disney's "Beauty and the Beast" recently, he isn't so sure the stage performance will be comparable to speaking in front of his senior class in June.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Mt. Baldy Dentistry welcomes associate

SANDPOINT — Not too many kids will claim they like their dentist.

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City denied strategic initiative funding

PRIEST RIVER — The city was one of 79 applicants hoping to acquire a portion of the $11 million strategic initiatives fund through the Local Highway Technical Assistance Council.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Students pick up suicide prevention goal

SANDPOINT — #YouMatter.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

City looks ahead to downtown revitalization projects

SANDPOINT — With the first phase of the city's downtown revitalization project out to bid, city officials are now looking ahead to the second phase of the project, set for 2019.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

TidyHut topic of March inventors' meeting

SANDPOINT — When camping, attending a festival or other event, it is not easy to ignore the state of the portable toilets that typically adorn those venues.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

City on tight deadline to buy UI site

SANDPOINT — The city is on a tight timeline in its mission to get funding to purchase the University of Idaho property on Boyer Avenue.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

City hears options on wastewater facility site

SANDPOINT — When it comes to the city’s wastewater treatment plant, the biggest question is, should it stay or should it go?

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Volunteers, pie throwers needed for SASi benefit

SANDPOINT — Is it Pi Day or Pie Day?

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Scholarships up for grabs for county's high school seniors

SANDPOINT — Each year, community members and organizations hands out thousands of dollars in scholarships to Bonner County students.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Musical sings with fun, entertainment

PRIEST RIVER — Off the Wall Drama proved that Priest River’s got talent as local youth performed a musical production of Disney’s "Beauty and the Beast" last weekend.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

BCHRTF accepting grant bids

SANDPOINT — Affirming the American priniciples of equality and dignity is the mission of the Bonner County Human Rights Force.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Parade of Lights, events kick off Winter Carnival

SANDPOINT — What is a pirate to do in the winter in North Idaho?

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Gallery hosts variety of art, antiques

SANDPOINT — A black bear stands tall, greeting those who enter the Ava Mae Gallery of Fine Art and Antiques.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

UMC celebrates 26 years of feeding the community

SANDPOINT — Community members gather at United Methodist Church each Thursday to enjoy a free dinner, whether it is because they need a good meal or simply want some company while they eat.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Sandpoint High students visit Innovation Den

SANDPOINT — Not only can Baxter teach students the basics of robotics and artificial intelligence, the 300-pound robot can make them coffee as well.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

CMV Awareness Month heads to legislative vote

SANDPOINT — A Kootenai family who helped pass a legislative bill to raise awareness about cytomegalovirus last year are on the cusp of another win in Boise this month.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

SHS student selected as National Merit finalist

SANDPOINT — When Sandpoint High School senior Cienna Roget was called into the office on Monday, the notice simply stated, "Now, please."

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SHS pair take top spots at welding contest

SANDPOINT — Two Sandpoint High School seniors took top spots during this year's Skills USA regional welding competition.

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Winter Carnival offers fun for everyone

SANDPOINT — This year marks 45 years of icy fun as the community gears up for the annual Winter Carnival.

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Cedar Street project is back on schedule

SANDPOINT — Cedar Street improvements, which were originally scheduled for last summer, are back on the calendar as the city will open the bidding process next month.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

New pet store offers all-natural options

PONDERAY — Promoting healthy eating among furry friends is the goal of Ponderay's newest pet store, Paws Pet Pantry.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Sandpoint seeks funding to secure UI property

SANDPOINT — When University of Idaho officials announced plans to sell the 77-acre property on Boyer Avenue, it opened up a world of opportunity for the city and the community.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AGO

Slow, steady progress on S&W cleanup

PONDERAY — Trash has been picked up and some of the windows and doors boarded at the S&W trailer park, but a lot of work remains to clean up the property.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Students cast votes for literary titles

SANDPOINT — For the third year in a row, Washington Elementary sixth-graders picked the winning children's book to receive the Newbery Award.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Youths craft bright ideas for future cities

SANDPOINT — Nine Washington Elementary sixth-graders made their way to Boise last month where they competed against teams of seventh- and eighth-graders at the regional Future City competition.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

WA Trust helps feed Kootenai students

KOOTENAI — Weekend meals are provided to elementary students throughout the Lake Pend Oreille School District who are eligible for free or reduced lunch.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Community food bank scores team of helpers

SANDPOINT — How much does a high school girls basketball team weigh?

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Mountain exhibit details history of Schweitzer

SANDPOINT — Since Schweitzer Mountain Resort officially opened on Dec. 4, 1963, the Sandpoint ski resort has become a big part of the area and its history.

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Young inventor to speak in Sandpoint

SANDPOINT — Alex Knoll was 9 years old when he saw a man in a wheelchair struggling to enter a store, since it had a manual, rather than an automatic, door.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

City hires first dedicated HR specialist

SANDPOINT — Two years after the new city administrator position was created, Sandpoint now has its first designated human resources specialist as well.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Fire crews step up to stairclimb challenge

SANDPOINT — Firefighters will be burning up the stairs of Seattle’s Columbia Center next month when they crest the top of the second tallest building west of the Mississippi.

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7B PC now accepting cryptocurrency

SANDPOINT — A small local business is now accepting Bitcoin and other cryptocurrency as payment.

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SHS students raise $10K for Toys for Tots

SANDPOINT — Sandpoint High School staff may not have thought it through when they provided students with incentives to raise money for this year’s Toys for Tots drive.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Syth departs, but leaves a financial legacy

SANDPOINT — For 16 years, Shannon Syth has been a driving force behind the scenes of city happenings.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Apprenticeship program makes pitch

SANDPOINT — In 1937, during the era of the Great Depression, employers were in need of workers with specific qualifications.

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Student drug, alcohol testing policy nixed

PONDERAY — While drug and alcohol use is strictly against Lake Pend Oreille School District policy, the district does not currently have a testing policy for students in extracurricular activities.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Snowfall creates concerns

SANDPOINT — Two people were buried in the snow Wednesday after Schweitzer Mountain Resort saw 12 inches of new snow overnight, with an additional eight inches by Wednesday afternoon.

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Sandpoint pair elected to new positions

SANDPOINT — Two city officials were elected to new positions during Association of Idaho Cities meetings in Boise this week.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Oak St. improvement design OK'd

SANDPOINT — After being an item for discussion for the past five years, the Oak Street bike path is now on schedule for construction this year.

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A CFHS showcase of education

CLARK FORK — Noxious weeds have the ability to knock out entire species of plants.

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Event encourages women to lead

SANDPOINT — It was a wet, snowy day on Saturday for the North Idaho Women’s March, but that didn't stop the hundreds of community members who came out for the event.

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City regains control of streets

SANDPOINT — The downtown streets that recently converted to two-way traffic are now under ownership of the city.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

New fire commissioners take office

PONDERAY — Two new Northside Fire commissioners were sworn in Wednesday, replacing two-thirds of the board.

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Idaho Gives opens registration for nonprofits

SANDPOINT — It is time for nonprofits to register for the state's largest day of online giving — Idaho Gives.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Pend d'Oreille Winery gets new leadership

SANDPOINT — After 32 years of winemaking, Steve and Julie Meyer passed the "winemaking baton" over to Jim Bopp and Kylie Kramer-Presta on Dec. 1.

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Luttmann resigns as PW director

SANDPOINT — Ryan Luttmann made his final presentation as city's Public Works director during Wednesday's council meeting.

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Area students' artwork celebrates human rights

SANDPOINT — A painting hangs on the wall among many others, each representing an article in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.

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Women's March planned for Saturday

SANDPOINT — North Idaho will join the nation Saturday as women across the country march in solidarity.

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SASi seniors featured in 'Nine over Ninety' calendar

SANDPOINT — Every person in their 90s is bound to have some good stories to tell.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Rognstad details 2018 plans, projects

SANDPOINT — For the city of Sandpoint, 2017 was a busy year of projects and planning, and 2018 will be no exception.

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LPOSD seeks strategic plan input

PONDERAY — Of the 18,057 mailers sent out to postal customers and businesses, inviting community members to the Lake Pend Oreille School District’s stakeholder engagement meetings, only 15 people attended the first meeting.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Local students' art show celebrates human rights

SANDPOINT — As Martin Luther King Jr. Day approaches, inspired artwork by local students will again be on display for the community to enjoy.

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Longtime SWSD operator Bopp bids farewell

SAGLE — Those in the Southside Water and Sewer District most likely know Doug Bopp. In fact, as he has lived in the area his entire life, residents not served by SWSD are likely to know him as well.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Man suspected in threatening phone calls

SANDPOINT — The man implicated in the distribution of racist propaganda at Sandpoint High School in November is also suspected of placing threatening phone calls to city officials in Alexandria, Va.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

Evans named Women of the Year honoree

SANDPOINT — Mandy Evans, executive director of Panhandle Animal Shelter, was selected as one of the 50 honorees for Idaho Business Review’s 2018 Women of the Year.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 3 MONTHS AGO

'Think pink' for tonight's SHS hoops games

SANDPOINT — The Sandpoint High School Bulldog varsity boys and girls basketball teams are encouraging fans to show their support in pink tonight, rather than the usual red and white.

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Carousel, storms are among top '17 stories

SANDPOINT — From racist propaganda and criminal cases, to carousels and snow storms, there was no shortage of news in 2017.

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Elections, streets are among year's top news

SANDPOINT — From elections and street projects, to generous donations and kicking off the holiday season, Bonner County saw no shortage of news in 2017.

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New year brings new council members

SANDPOINT — The first meeting of 2018 saw new faces on City Council as Joel Aispuro and John Darling were sworn in Wednesday night.

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Students' feats top 2017 news

SANDPOINT — From criminal proceedings to some amazing feats by local students, 2017 was a busy year for news in Bonner County.

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Flyers, fireballs highlight 2017 news

SANDPOINT — From flyers and fireballs, to National Merit students and near space balloon launches, 2017 was a busy year for news in Bonner County.

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City takes on parking enforcement

SANDPOINT — The city has once again taken on the role of parking enforcement after ending its contract with Diamond Parking in September.

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2017 packed with plenty of news

SANDPOINT — From shootings and a rare solar eclipse, to cancellations of the Long Bridge Swim and the Draft Horse Show, there was no shortage of news in 2017.

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Rescues, fires mark busy 2017

SANDPOINT — From bird rescues and human rescues, to fires plaguing the region, there was no shortage of news in Bonner County in 2017.

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Selkirk Fire marking three years

SANDPOINT — Selkirk Fire, Rescue and EMS is preparing to celebrate its third birthday on Tuesday.

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Roads among year's top stories

SANDPOINT — From two-way street revisions and road closures, to vehicle accidents and train derailments, Bonner County saw no shortage of news as we continue to look back on 2017.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

2017 filled with good times, hard times

SANDPOINT — From the murder of a Hope resident and the stabbing of a Laclede man to more racist flyers scattered in the community and beginning talks of turf at Memorial Field, April was a busy month for news in Bonner County.

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'Santa Paws' pays visit to local animal shelter

SANDPOINT — He came from up North to bestow gifts upon the animals at Panhandle Animal Shelter.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Mudslides, storms challenge 2017

SANDPOINT — From mudslides and ice storms to racist fliers and the school district’s supplemental levy, 2017 saw no shortage of news in Bonner County.

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Year starts with controversial report, shooting

SANDPOINT — From a controversial Greenprint report and an officer-involved shooting to a mountain rescue and the swearing in of new county officials, there has been no shortage of news in Bonner County.

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Vacation rentals dominate meeting

SANDPOINT — Vacation rentals once again dominated the conversation at City Council on Wednesday.

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City seeks $1.3M for Bridge St. project

SANDPOINT — At 50 years old, Bridge Street Bridge is beginning to see some rust, corrosion and cracking. While this is not cause for a full replacement of the bridge, city officials said it does need some work.

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Transportation finances, projects eyed

SANDPOINT — During Idaho’s 2017 fiscal year, the state, counties, highway districts and cities spent just over a billion dollars on transportation.

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No stopping Rossman as HSA continues to grow

PONDERAY — Melinda Rossman knows how to draw a crowd.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

There's no day like a snow day

SANDPOINT — Crews spent much of the day Tuesday in snowplows and graders trying to keep up with the onslaught of snow, and their efforts continued throughout the day Wednesday.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

City seeks to clean up S&W

PONDERAY — Safety hazards, trash, sewer leaks and other issues at the S&W Motel and trailer park have drawn the attention of city officials.

BONNER COUNTY DAILY BEE | UPDATED 7 YEARS, 4 MONTHS AGO

Future cities are safer for seniors

SANDPOINT — Cities of the future would be much safer for senior citizens if local sixth-graders were on the job.

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Community gets peek at historic carousel

SANDPOINT — Reno Hutchison was mesmerized by the Carousel of Smiles as it spun around in all its 1920s glory.

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