Local Briefs May 13, 2010

Workshop targets workplace drugs; Candidates to appear at forum

Workshop targets workplace drugs

POST FALLS - A free workshop to educate business owners on how to handle employees on drugs will be held from noon to 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 26, at North Idaho College's Workforce Training Center in Post Falls, 525 W. Clearwater Loop.

Lunch will be provided.

The workshop is open to the public. Advance registration is preferred. The link is http://www.idahosbdc.org/workshop.aspx?ekey=80300039.

Information: 769-3284, 666-8009

Candidates to appear at forum

Republican candidates for the First Congressional District seat in Idaho are expected at a forum in Post Falls on May 18.

The Panhandle Pachyderm Club will be hosting the forum, which begins at 7 p.m. at the Garden Plaza.

Candidates Raul Labrador, Vaughn Ward and Harley Brown said they will attend the forum. Michael Chadwick and Allan Salzberg have dropped out of the race.

Mike Patrick, managing editor of the Coeur d'Alene Press, will be the moderator.

"This is your chance to ask the tough questions and get answers from our candidates," according to a press release.

To reserve a seat, or to submit questions for the candidates in advance, contact Reggie Correll at reggierc@verizon.net

Dessert and beverages will be available for $5.

Garden Plaza is at 545 North Garden Plaza Court.