Local Briefs November 1, 2010

Man's debit account accessed in Georgia

A Coeur d'Alene resident had his debit card in his wallet - and it still didn't stop someone else from using it in another state.

According to a police report, the man received a call from his bank Tuesday morning asking if he had just approved two charges at a store in Georgia for $204.95 and $211.90. The man said he hadn't approved such charges and still had his debit card in his possession.

A representative with the victim's bank said "most likely a waiter at a restaurant he recently used his debit card at, probably wrote the debit card number down and sold it online. Then someone who purchased it online probably re-created a debit card with their own name on the card."

The victim was told to report the crime to police in Georgia, as well.

Adopt-A-Highway groups out in force

COEUR d'ALENE - Bright orange trash bags are popping up throughout North Idaho as Adopt-A-Highway groups begin the fall cleanup on the state's highways. There are 182 groups cleaning 329 miles of roadway on the state highway system in the five northern counties. The program, which began in 1990, saves Idaho taxpayers thousands of dollars each year, according to the Idaho Transportation Department.

Groups and individuals who volunteer to adopt a 2-mile stretch of highway agree to clean up litter twice a year, usually in the spring and fall. The transportation department provides signs, safety vests, trash bags and flags. In 2009, more than 1,900 participants spent 4,000 hours picking up trash. That amounted to 120,645 pounds of litter.

Anyone interested in becoming an Adopt-A-Highway volunteer can contact District Coordinator Diane Dubos at 772-1297.

SNR to hold annual Prom Night

COEUR d'ALENE - Come dance.

Specialized Needs Recreation will hold its 6th annual Prom Night from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday at Prairie View Elementary, 2478 East Poleline Ave., in Post Falls.

This year's theme is "An Enchanted Evening," so come enjoy the DJ playing all the hits, some great snacks, and lots of fun. Entry costs $10 per person. Ladies, if you need help with your hair, nails, or makeup, there will be beauticians volunteering their time from Kristi and Charli's nail salon to help you look your best for the event. This is a free service before the prom begins, at Prairie View Elementary, from 5 to 6 p.m. You must sign up for this in advance.

Questions: Angie Goucher, 755-6781.