Sunday, October 31
Fox: Super Bowl ads sell out earlier this year
NEW YORK - Super Bowl television commercials already are a sellout this year.
MySpace narrows focus to entertainment
NEW YORK - MySpace, the online social hub that's been fighting to stay relevant in the age of Facebook and Twitter, is overhauling its image and its website into an entertainment destination for its mostly younger audience.
'Worst' game of season for Cougars
Sun Devils keep bowl chances alive
TEMPE, Ariz. - The quarterback's head was better, and so was the rest of the team, the fog of last week's debacle lifted with an overwhelming victory.
Tourism in North Idaho
The Linotype
Speculation abounds locally as to why picketers from Westboro Baptist Church in Topeka, Kansas, chose Coeur d'Alene for several days of demonstrations; it ranges from a protest against THE LARAMIE PROJECT, a play presented at North Idaho College, to exaggerated sinfulness among the North Idaho population.
Words' power can unlock a life of success
Will everyone who is weary of the negativity, bickering and disrespect that is rampant during this election season please raise your hand? Wow! It looks like you're doing a coast-to-coast wave.
Searching for rationality
Awakening Remarks
Webster's Dictionary defines the word "irrational" as "lacking usual or normal mental clarity or coherence." Emotion causes me to be irrational from time to time, and Facebook gives me the unfettered ability to share these lapses in judgment with my entire circle of friends. I took advantage of that ability just the other day over what, even in retrospect, is a legitimate issue. However, as someone pointed out in my comments section, my substance (concern for individual rights) was lost in my presentation (suggesting terrorists to, if they MUST target Americans, please prioritize a certain cabinet member.)
St. Maries' repeat bid foiled by Snake River
Post Falls places fourth in 5A tourney
WENDELL - The St. Maries Lumberjacks came up short in their bid for a second straight state 3A championship, falling to Snake River 17-25, 26-24, 25-22, 26-24 at Wendell High on Saturday night.
Vikings' Gomez wins state for third time
Timberlake girls repeat as 3A champions
SODA SPRINGS - One champion wanted to cement her legacy.
Anything but routine
In tony Ketchum, residents go 'ghetto' for workout
KETCHUM - The athletes behind Ketchum's "ghetto workouts" have a slogan: "Routine is the enemy of progress."
Judge orders test on cement in BP well
NEW ORLEANS - A federal judge is ordering tests to be performed as soon as possible on cement Halliburton Co. used to seal the BP well that later blew out catastrophically in the Gulf of Mexico.
Community Thanks October 31, 2010
PHOTOGRAPHY: Businesses help students
Ghost Hunters
Search for spirits shines light on fright night fears
It was so dark in the basement.
County to get jump on absentee ballots
COEUR d'ALENE - Kootenai County won't wait until election night to tackle the growing mountain of absentee ballots.
No. 1 Ducks turn close game into convincing win
Southern California really thought it had figured out how to stop Oregon's high-octane offense when the Trojans took a third-quarter lead on the nation's top-ranked team.
Creeping forward
Only slight economic gains seen in 2011
WASHINGTON - The new Congress that begins in January will confront an economy and a job market that will improve only slightly next year, according to an Associated Press survey of leading economists that found them gloomier than they were three months ago.
Juice your fruit!
MaryJane's Everyday Organic
If you have yet to sip fresh fruit juice first thing in the morning, you don't know what you're missing. The taste of fresh juice is positively brilliant, made even sweeter by the fact that you know exactly what went into your glass. According to recent news reports, testing by the Environmental Law Foundation (www.envirolaw.org) tested nearly 150 common juice and packaged fruit products, and they found that 85 percent contained alarming levels of lead. In some instances, individual servings of juice harbored lead levels substantially above the Food and Drug Administration's daily limit. This is really scary when it comes to kids, who can suffer developmental problems from even minute amounts of lead, but it's not a matter to take lightly no matter your age. The solution is simple (and simply delicious): Take the fruit juice out of the factory and bring it home to your kitchen. Maybe you have a surplus of fruit from the summer's harvest, or maybe you have a favorite local source of organically grown produce. Either way, I'll bet you have something fresh on hand right now that you can squeeze for a superbly refreshing drink. Savor it spur-of-the-moment, or store for later use.
Spending a little more, but not enough
Economy still sluggish as nation prepares to vote
WASHINGTON - The last read on the economy before the midterm elections found Americans are spending a little more but not nearly enough to bring down high unemployment - one final bit of bad news for Democrats.
Even the trees are crying!
My Garden Path
As this very short growing season comes to an end, even the trees seem to be crying as their leaves slip off and drift to the ground. A lot of us "growers" feel the same way. As gorgeous as this fall has been, we are all too aware of what lies waiting just over the rise. I hate to say it, but its time to gas up those snowblowers.
Opening of ballots early could be skirting state law
County clerks across the state are opening absentee ballots early despite state law that apparently bars doing so.
Got e-mail manners?
Dear PropellerHeads: What is it about e-mails? People can be so rude. Got anything about e-mail manners?
Yemeni arrested in mail bomb plot
Explosives were pulled off planes on Friday
SAN'A, Yemen - Yemeni police arrested a woman on suspicion of mailing a pair of bombs powerful enough to take down airplanes, officials said Saturday as details emerged about a terrorist plot aimed at the U.S. that exploited security gaps in the worldwide shipping system.
Sick of campaign ad avalanche? TV stations aren't
Regular advertisers squeezed out of schedule
NEW YORK - For TV viewers, this cutthroat election year is a riot of attack ads and media saturation made possible by big-money donors. For TV stations, it's a stimulus package.
A new beginning
Big Oil resets its sights on Gulf of Mexico
NEW YORK - Big Oil is ready to go back to work in the Gulf of Mexico, even with the U.S government promising to rule the waters with a heavier hand.
Fall - to feed or not to feed?
The Grass really is Greener
As another season of lawn mowing and maintenance comes to an end, it's time to do some planning for the coming year. One of the most common questions I am asked is, "should I fertilize in the fall?" I love the feel-good commercial that one of the better known fertilizer company is running right now on television. They have a number of homeowners telling the benefits of "the fall feed." I couldn't agree more, especially since most of us don't put as much into our lawns during the year as the folks depicted on the commercial.
French strikes end at refineries, major ports
PARIS - French workers ended their strikes at all oil refineries and at strategic fuel terminals following weeks of protests over President Nicolas Sarkozy's plan to raise the retirement age from 60 to 62, unions and French officials said Friday.
Inaugural Pumpkin fun run attracts all sorts of costumed characters
COEUR d'ALENE - Face covered by a burlap sack, straw sticking out of her clothes, a mysterious scarecrow named Karen Shirley ran over three miles on Saturday.
Cinquanta defends deal
ROME - The head of the International Skating Union is defending a sponsorship deal with Korean Air that has led to an inquiry by the IOC ethics commission.
Repairs delay Discovery's final launch another day
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. - Last-minute leak repairs have again pushed back space shuttle Discovery's final launch, this time until Wednesday.
Marci Schreiber: Heart of Habitat
As Marci Schreiber looks out at the lots on Hazel Avenue, there is nothing, really, but dirt, grass, trees and some rocks.
Couple planting not just trees but a legacy
MOSCOW - Stu Goldstein's green John Deere Gator hums down a grassy trail on a bumpy embankment on his rural Moscow property.
Authorities lift fire evacuations
BOULDER, Colo. (AP) - More than 1,700 people evacuated because of a wildfire west of Boulder are being allowed to return to their homes after firefighters worked through the night to stop the fire from spreading.
Change in the wind?
Obama warns of progress reversal if GOP wins
BRIDGEPORT, Conn. - President Barack Obama implored voters on Saturday to resist a Republican tide, warning that if the GOP prevails in Tuesday's midterm elections all the progress of his first two years in office "can be rolled back."
Factory fears China will get Scout work
PASSAIC, N.J. - The owners of a family-run New Jersey factory that makes uniforms for the Girl Scouts of America said they may be forced to close or lay off workers if the organization takes its business to China.
Value is related to accuracy
When we began this column in the spring of 2008 it was partly a reaction to negative information presented to our community by outside media. We wanted you to have accurate, local information about our market. Throughout our planning discussions The Press was empathetic to our position; that our market is not the same as a "national" market and that national statistics are as good for you as a national weather forecast.
SWAC champ Cardinals win, gear up to host regionals
VOLLEYBALL
The new CLASS Act
On Elder Care
The Community Living Assistance Services and Supports Act (CLASS Act) is contained in the recently passed federal health care reform law. It establishes a voluntary, government-administered, long-term care service program, whereby individuals who enroll in the program and pay monthly premiums are eligible to receive modest cash payments for their long-term care needs. This program is not intended to pay for the full cost of skilled nursing home care, and the average benefit paid would be approximately $75 per day, to be adjusted upward for inflation. There is no lifetime cap on benefits.
Legals October. 31, 2010
AMENDED NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE; On Friday, December 17, 2010, at the hour of 11:00 o'clock a.m. at the office of First American Title Company, 1866 North Lakewood Drive, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83816, the Trustee, or Trustee's agent, will sell at public auction, to the highest bidder, for cash in lawful money of the United States of America, all payable at the time of the sale, the following described real property, situated in Kootenai County, State of Idaho, to-wit: Lot 13, FIFTH ADDITION TO DRIFTWOOD POINT, Kootenai County, State of Idaho, according to the plat recorded in Book ?D" of Plats, page 115, Commonly known as 9901 South Lakeview Lane, Harrison, Idaho 83833; Parcel No. 019000000130; For the purposes of compliance with Idaho code 60-113, the Trustee has been informed that the address commonly associated with this parcel II property is as follows: 9901 South Lakeview Lane, Harrison, Idaho 83833; The sale will be made without covenant or warranty regarding title, possession or encumbrances to satisfy the obligation secured by and pursuant to the power of sale conferred in the Deed of Trust executed by ROBERT A. STEFFES, as his sole and separate property, as Grantor (hereafter, GRANTOR), John P. Gleesing, as Successor Trustee, and Kim S. Greer and Lisa D. Greer, husband and wife, as to an undivided 50% interest; and Kieth M. Greer as Trustee under the Kieth M. and Eloise C. Greer Revocable Living Trust dated September 4, 1992, as to an undivided 50% interest, as Beneficiaries. The Deed of Trust in the original amount of $200,000.00 was filed of record on April 24, 2008, as Instrument No. 2155893000, records of Kootenai County, Idaho. The Defaults to which this sale is to be made are as follows: Failure to pay the following past due amounts: Final Payment Due May 1, 2009 ; $200,000.00, Accrued interest through August 4, 2010; $ 31,457.88, Late Charges: Default charge for Payment not made by May 1, 2009 , $6,000.00, Default charges for monthly payments not made within 60 days, of due date, $6,000.00, Foreclosure monitor Fees-Allegro Escrow, $32.61, TOTAL FINAL PAYMENTS, ACCRUED INTEREST AND LATE CHARGES$243,490.49; The total amount necessary to reinstate your Note and Deed of Trust as of August 4, 2010 is $243,490.49, PLUS all costs and fees associated with this foreclosure. After this date, the amount necessary to reinstate your Note and Deed of Trust shall increase to include the amount of any monthly payments and late charges, if applicable, which may fall due after the date of this Notice of Default, through the date of reinstatement or sale. If real property taxes are delinquent, to reinstate your Note and Deed of Trust you must also pay those taxes and provide proof of payment to the undersigned. The principal balance owing as of August 4, 2010, is $243,490.49, which sum consists of $200,000.00 as the principal; PLUS accruing interest through August 4, 2010 of $31,347.88, late charges, for default charge for payment not made my May 1, 2009 $6,000.00, default charges for monthly payments not made within 60 days of due date, $6,000.00 and $32.61 for the foreclosure monitor fees. The above-named Grantors are named to comply with Idaho Code Section 45-1506(4)(a). No representation is made that he or she is, or is not, presently responsible for this obligation.; THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT BY JOHN P. GLEESING, ATTORNEY, A DEBT COLLECTOR (HEREAFTER, ?DEBT COLLECTOR"). ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. UNLESS WITHIN THIRTY (30) DAYS AFTER YOU RECEIVE THIS NOTICE YOU DISPUTE THE VALIDITY OF THE DEBT, OR ANY PORTION THEREOF, THE DEBT COLLECTOR WILL ASSUME THAT THE DEBT IS VALID. IF WITHIN THIRTY (30) DAYS AFTER YOU HAVE RECEIVED THIS NOTICE YOU NOTIFY THE DEBT COLLECTOR THAT YOU DISPUTE THE DEBT, OR ANY PORTION THEREOF, THE DEBT COLLECTOR WILL OBTAIN VERIFICATION OF THE DEBT, OR, IF APPLICABLE, A COPY OF THE JUDGMENT AGAINST YOU, AND WILL MAIL TO YOU A COPY OF SUCH VERIFICATION OF JUDGMENT. IF YOU REQUEST VERIFICATION OF THE DEBT, THE DEBT COLLECTOR MAY STILL FILE A LAWSUIT AGAINST YOU BEFORE VERIFYING THE DEBT, BUT MAY TAKE OTHER COLLECTION EFFORTS ONLY AFTER MAILING TO YOU THE VERIFICATION INFORMATION. FURTHER, UPON RECEIVING A REQUEST FROM YOU WITHIN THIRTY (30) DAYS AFTER YOU HAVE RECEIVED THIS NOTICE, THE DEBT COLLECTOR WILL PROVIDE YOU WITH THE NAME AND ADDRESS OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR, IF DIFFERENT FROM THE CURRENT CREDITOR.; DATED this 9th day of August 2010.; JOHN P. GLEESING, ATTORNEY. 12929 E. Sprague Avenue, Spokane, WA 99216 Legal 1068 October 9, 16, 23, 30, 2010
Saturday, October 30
NELSON: End of good ol' boys
In the future when Jai Nelson is in office I pray that politics and the desire of special interest groups will not override the rights of land owners. The gold boys have had control over our commissions for far too long. It is now time for our commissioners to have some integrity. Only then can the interest of all of us prevail.
TRUSTEE: Wood, Howard best two
This letter is written as an endorsement of two candidates running for the trustee positions at North Idaho College. Christie Wood and Ken Howard are my candidates of choice.
MARANO: Jobs are high priority
I am writing this letter to support Paula Marano for the State Representative, District 4, Seat B position in the upcoming election.
KETCHUM: Best choice for students
I met Mr. Ketchum the year he began working at North Idaho College. I was on several committees with him and soon learned what an enthusiastic worker he is and the dedication he has to improve student's lives. The success of the Workforce Training program and the thousands of people who have benefited from it speaks for itself. He worked with the high schools and the college through the Tech Prep program to begin the dual credit system that is in place today as well as other innovate accomplishments.
OTTER: Vote for experience
Two years ago, America elected Barack Obama to be president. Many worried about Obama's lack of any executive experience during that election. Now, two years later, Obama's approval ratings have already dropped below 50 percent. I've talked with a fair number of Obama supporters, and many have expressed what can be called "buyer's remorse."
CURRIE: Deserves your write-in vote
As election time draws close, I feel strong in my comments for Rick Currie who is a write-in candidate running for Kootenai County Commissioner, District 2. Mr. Currie whose rank was staff sergeant in the U.S. Army during our greatly misunderstood Vietnam war. He is now and has been a resident of Post Falls for 63 years. He is a graduate of CHS and North Idaho College. After his military career he returned home to work in the family business in Post Falls in the old Cenex Building Center.
WILKEY: Education does matter
BLS (Basic Life Support)
OLSON: Invest in Idaho's future
As a five-year teacher of special education in Lakeland School District, a student of Idaho's public schools kindergarten through graduate school and a citizen of Idaho for my entire life, I'm sickened by the fact that Idaho has plummeted to 50th in the nation in education spending. Without bringing an actual educator to this office, a true understanding of what education is and should be, will be lost for at least another four years. Which is why Stan Olson, a lifelong educator, is exactly what Idaho's future needs.
LABRADOR: He's what he says he is
We have one last chance in North Idaho to show the Obama Administration and Speaker Pelosi that we do not approve of their actions in D.C. We must vote out Walt Minnick, who is not the conservative he represents himself as to the citizens of Idaho. When push comes to shove, Walt Minnick will vote with Pelosi and gang. His negative campaigning is full of lies and money is no object in obtaining this very important office. Is that the type of representation that Idaho wants?
Jury convicts Smith's psychiatrist, boyfriend
LOS ANGELES - A jury on Thursday convicted Anna Nicole Smith's psychiatrist and boyfriend of conspiring to use false names to obtain prescription drugs for the former Playboy model and reality TV star but acquitted the doctor who prescribed a plethora of drugs for her.
Is Halloween dead?
Door-to-door activity falls while events rise
The iconic image of fall is an adorable one: Tots in princess and superhero threads, pattering from door to door, bags thrust out with shouts of the familiar demand.
Campaign funding fax bloopers abound
Legislature candidates both sent disclosure reports from colleges
COEUR d'ALENE - An election candidate's outrage about his opponent's use of taxpayer resources for campaign purposes has put his own campaign in the spotlight.
Plane from Yemen lands in NY, searched
NEW YORK — A commercial passenger jet carrying cargo from Yemen landed in New York under military fighter jet escort and its cargo was searched Friday, as parcels in transit across the globe were scrutinized after authorities overseas found two explosive packages from Yemen bound for Chicago.
Post Falls romps past Lewiston in season finale
Johnson eclipses 1,000-yard mark in 39-14 victory
POST FALLS - It didn't take the Post Falls Trojans long to pull the tricks out of their bag on Halloween weekend as they scored on a halfback pass on the first play from scrimmage and never looked back in a 39-14 5A Inland Empire League win over the Lewiston Bengals in the season finale for both Friday night at Trojan Stadium.
Police Department offers Halloween tips
The Coeur d'Alene Police Department is promoting Halloween safety. The following are tips provided by The Inland Automobile Association and The National Confectioners Association.
Weather will be tricky Sunday
Trick-or-treaters might find out if Baby Ruth can swim.
Hawaii's victims so far include Fresno, Nevada
One thing is sure about Idaho and Hawaii - both are adept at putting up yards and points.
Tropical Storm Shary approaches Bermuda
HAMILTON, Bermuda - Bermuda canceled ferry services and urged islanders to secure their boats as Tropical Storm Shary swirled toward the tiny British Atlantic territory Friday.
Cougars try to end long Pac-10 skid today
TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) - At first glance, this appears to be Washington State's best shot at ending its long Pac-10 losing streak.
Police identify shooting victims
One was store clerk who shot alleged robber in December 2005
POST FALLS - One of two people found shot dead Thursday inside their Post Falls home was involved in a shooting incident at a North Idaho smoke shop nearly five years earlier, law enforcement officials said Friday.
More tax relief not paid
County failed to distribute $400,000 due over 4 years
COEUR d'ALENE - The Kootenai County Auditor's Office revealed this week another failure with distributing tax revenue to county taxing districts, this time holding back nearly half a million dollars over four years.
Cox's goal downs Chiefs
MOOSE JAW, Saskatchewan - Connor Cox's goal at 15:54 of the third period lifted the Moose Jaw Warriors past the Spokane Chiefs 3-2 in Western Hockey League action in front of 2,556 at the Civic Centre on Friday night.
Willie's fire probe ongoing
Investigators say arson does not appear to be cause
COEUR d'ALENE - The early morning fire that totaled Willie's Restaurant and Bar on Saturday is still under investigation, authorities said, but arson does not appear to be the cause.
Records October 30, 2010
DIVORCES FILED
Keeping Halloween alive
COEUR d'ALENE - The graveyard is spooky.
1 million, and still cutting
Buck Knives hits landmark production number this year
POST FALLS - Buck Knives is on the cutting edge this year. A million times, already.
State volleyball tournaments
Times PDT
Police: Gunman surrenders at Nevada Walmart
RENO, Nev. - A gunman who police said was about to be fired surrendered Friday after shooting three co-workers at a Walmart store in Nevada in a possible retaliation attack, authorities said.
South Koreans cross into North Korea to see war-split family
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) - More than 430 South Koreans crossed into North Korea on Saturday to reunite with relatives separated by the Korean War, just a day after troops exchanged gunfire in the Demilitarized Zone dividing the countries.
Schools on right path to openness
In the Oct. 22 Press, Duncan Koler provided one side of limiting patron input and Hayden Meadows' Primary Years Program. While Mr. Koler cites only his points of view the school board has the responsibility of considering numerous community points of view during any given discussion. These multiple perspectives should be part of a board member's deliberations regardless of any of these representative patrons being present.
Tigers secure IML, top seed
KELLOGG - Brian Cronnelly completed 12 of 23 passes for 245 yards and four touchdowns and Timberlake clinched the Intermountain League title and No. 1 seed to the state 3A playoffs with a 66-6 win over Kellogg (0-9, 0-4).
St. Maries advances to semifinals
Post Falls, Timberlake to play in fourth-place matches; Lakeside out
WENDELL — Sophomore Mariah Gladden had 18 kills, four aces and two blocks as the St. Maries Lumberjacks advanced to the semifinals of the state 3A tournament with a 25-18, 25-16, 23-25, 25-10 first-round win over the Bear Lake Bears at Wendell High on Friday.
Another terror crisis averted
Explosive packages reflect new Yemen threat
SAN'A, Yemen - The discovery of two explosive-laden packages sent from Yemen and aimed at U.S. and Western interests represents a new escalation in the terror threat emanating from this violence-wracked, poverty-stricken Mideast country.
Seiter still scary
COEUR d'ALENE - If a haunted building is renovated, is it still haunted?
Cardinal wrestlers open with win
WRESTLING
Shelter from the elements
Citylink customers no longer have to wait outside for driver breaks
COEUR d'ALENE - Two weeks after challenging the Citylink transportation system, 73-year-old Marie Rippetoe still takes the bus.
The Front Row with JASON ELLIOTT October 30, 2010
Ready for return of roundball
There are plenty of reasons to be optimistic about the upcoming winter sports season for a few local teams.
Local Briefs October 30, 2010
Two Coeur d'Alene businessesn burglarized
Salmon advocates say dam plan no good
GRANTS PASS, Ore. (AP) - Salmon advocates have asked a federal judge to strike down the Obama administration's plan for making the Columbia Basin's hydroelectric dams safer for threatened and endangered salmon.
Turbin time for Vikings
Cd'A rallies for league title, will host playoff game
COEUR d'ALENE - With the game in the balance, Coeur d'Alene leaned on the "drag" route, which worked out well for the Vikings and was, well, a drag for Lake City.
Legals October. 30, 2010
Notice of Trustee's Sale Idaho Code 45-1506 Today's date: September 26, 2010 File No.: 7023.75449 Sale date and time (local time): January 26, 2011 at 10:00 AM Sale location: in the Veteran's Plaza outside the north entrance of the administrative building, 451 Government Way, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814 Property address: 6462 W. Buffalo Grass Ln. Rathdrum, ID 83858 Successor Trustee: Northwest Trustee Services, Inc., an Idaho Corporation P.O. Box 997 Bellevue, WA 98009 (425) 586-1900 Deed of Trust information Original grantor: Jeffrey T. Worthington and Stacia L. Worthington, husband and wife Original trustee: Pioneer Title Company Original beneficiary: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Recording date: September 24, 2004 Recorder's instrument number: 1902875 County: Kootenai Sum owing on the obligation: as of September 26, 2010: $120,883.02 Because of interest, late charges, and other charges that may vary from day to day, the amount due on the day you pay may be greater. Hence, if you pay the amount shown above, an adjustment may be necessary after we receive your check. For further information write or call the Successor Trustee at the address or telephone number provided above. Basis of default: failure to make payments when due. Please take notice that the Successor Trustee will sell at public auction to the highest bidder for certified funds or equivalent the property described above. The property address is identified to comply with IC 60-113 but is not warranted to be correct. The property's legal description is: Lot 2, Block 1, Pheasant Run, according to plat on file in Book "I" of Plats, Pages 327 and 327A, records of Kootenai County, Idaho. The sale is subject to conditions, rules and procedures as described at the sale and which can be reviewed at www.northwesttrustee.com or USA-Foreclosure.com. The sale is made without representation, warranty or covenant of any kind. (TS# 7023.75449) 1002.162543-FEI Legal 1055 October 8, 15, 22, 29, 2010
Friday, October 29
LABRADOR: No pal of sheriff's
On Monday while I was at the doctor's office, my wife received a call from a person claiming to be Sheriff Joe Arpaio. He said he was endorsing Paul Labrador - which was a lie. Labrador is an attorney who helps illegals get citizenship and all the benis and since Sheriff Joe is anti-immigration my wife knew it was a hoax.
MARANO: She finds solutions
It is my good fortune to have found a great candidate who is a real solution finder. Her name is Paula Marano. She has a caring heart that is attached to a common sense head. I like that combination.
NELSON: Get a clear picture
I have known Jai Nelson for 10 years and called her regarding some accusations in a recent letter to the editor, as the comments appeared deceptive. Jai confirmed the letter was a much distorted picture of her Primary campaign. She said she did have to miss one forum, as she was ill and asked this be announced along with her contact information. On one other occasion, there were conflicting events and Jai made the decision to go to an event in Post Falls. The choice was campaign strategy, pure and simple.
ETHICS: Roetter demonstrates them
Ah, turn your nose into the wind and smell the stench of the political sewage that is becoming overwhelming! Apparently, it doesn't matter if you are a thief and a tax dodger or have other questionable traits, as long as you are a Republican Party member in good standing you are qualified to be a quality candidate for office.
NONINI: For state's rights
Rep. Bob Nonini has been a champion of our state's rights. He has for several years fought against the federal government and the EPA with their ridiculous plans in the Silver Valley. He supported the legislation that made Idaho the first state in the country to say no to "Obamacare." He has been an outspoken critic of the EPA's proposed waste-water rules for the cities of Post Falls and Coeur d'Alene.
TIMBERLAKE: Job being done right
Commissioners Quillin, Fish and Rudebaugh made a difficult and hard choice last June on how your fire district was to be managed. In doing so, they made your district operationally and financially stronger.
STRAHORN: One way wrong way
I personally cannot believe that four city councilmen have so much control over the lives of so many. The one way on Strahorn negatively impacts all the families living on Finucane, Hillview and Maple, along with all the families north of the one way that use Strahorn as their daily commuter route.
HART: Standing up for rights
Why all the bad press and letters about Phil Hart?
OLSON: Class of the classroom
Idaho voters will soon go to the polls. As far as I'm concerned, the most important vote we'll cast this year is for State Superintendent of Public Instruction.
HISSONG: Top choice for coroner
I support JODY DELUCA HISSONG. She is the most qualified to replace Dr. West. She has been his assistant for 27 years.
MINNICK: Signs are misleading
Those large deep blue signs saying "Support Obama, Vote Minnick" seem to be targeting uninformed Republican voters because liberals know without a doubt, Minnick is not a hands down supporter of Obama. Shame on you trying to trick your own party. Minnick is about issues, not tricks. Minnick has a strong, educated, Republican backing because he is about issues and fiscal responsibility.
CHAMBER: Kudos for China trip
I had the pleasure of traveling to China recently. The chamber offered us a well-planned trip of great value.
HART: Reformer or just dishonest?
Matt Roetter is clearly a man of courage and integrity. The local Republican committee seems to have a problem with this concept.
HAYES: Always does his duty
During the recent municipal election contest, the Idaho Secretary of State Chief Deputy on elections testified that by failing to keep mandatory election records, the clerk Dan English was apparently not doing his duty.
VOTE: For less government
As we get close to election day I wanted to urge all registered voters to go out and vote. You have no right to complain if you do not exercise your right to vote. My wife and I voted early. I would like to recommend that you consider Ron Nilson and Robert Ketchum for the college board as they will bring new ideas to North Idaho College concerning vocational and technical education. I believe Kathy Sims will help in the Idaho House to keep control of our finances and balance budgets just as she has had to as an automobile dealer.
HART: Time for people to speak
In the article Republicans Clash Over Hart, Vermont Trotter is quoted as saying, "This is the way the country is set up to operate. When the voice of the people speaks, that's the way it is. So get over it."
OTTER: Cuts fair and needed
I am writing in support of Butch Otter for Governor.
HOWARD: Balance assured at NIC
I am writing in support of Ken Howard and his candidacy to become a Trustee of North Idaho College in the upcoming election.
KETCHUM: Best for next steps
The development of NIC as a local education institute for our sons and daughters is important to me. As a local school board member of the past 21 years I would be remiss without sharing my thoughts about the candidates for NIC trustee position B. I have known both candidates for an extended length of time. Dr. Robert Ketchum was a fellow member of the CDA Leadership class of 1991 and Ms. Christie Wood was a fellow trustee.
LABRADOR: All signs point to him
Very seldom do I pay any attention to political signs as I consider them blight on the landscape. However, I saw one yesterday that had me yell out loud. "Support Obama: Vote Minnick" and blue sign declared.
CALLS: Automated versions dangerous
I received a telephone call from candidate Tom Sullivan Wednesday night. it was controlled by a computer. I tried to hang up to disconnect. Nothing I did would give me control of my phone. If there had been an emergency, I could not have used the phone. This is a very serious issue. Please address this immediately to stop this practice.
Hudson River tunnel plan buried
TRENTON, N.J. - The biggest public works project in the U.S. - a $9 billion-plus train tunnel connecting New Jersey and New York City - is dead in its tracks.
China trips just a scam for our cash
I have to say without a doubt I am thoroughly confused by what has been published in the paper regarding the Chamber/China Trips.
County planning isn't getting job done
Tuesday evening, the County held a public hearing for the revised Comprehensive Plan. They took testimony (a good share in opposition from the major communities in the county). In the end they closed the public hearing and moved to hold deliberations on Nov. 18.
'Hereafter' takes tedious approach to afterlife
Typically known for his methodical pacing and intimate scope, director Clint Eastwood begins his latest effort, "Hereafter," with a terrifying action sequence. French journalist Marie (Cecile de France) is caught in a devastating tsunami. She dies, experiences something extraordinary, then is miraculously revived.
Kootenai County housing numbers getting better
Home sales increase 5 percent from previous year
COEUR d'ALENE - The numbers say it's better.
Locals brace for running at elevation
Vikings' Gomez tries for third state title
For those teams with championship aspirations this weekend, they’ll have to aim high.
Ponderay residents to decide on bed tax
Charge on hotel stays would help pay for free bus system
PONDERAY - Although the vote is exclusive to Ponderay residents, all of Bonner County will be impacted by the success or failure of the balloted bed tax.
Last call for Harvest Package for Heroes items
Blue Star Mothers to prepare fall shipment
COEUR d'ALENE - Supporting the troops overseas can be as easy as buying Q-tips, baby wipes or Silly String.
Movers & Shakers October 29, 2010
Workshop scheduled for proposed water rate hikes
Polls gone wild: Political gripes in an Internet age
WASHINGTON - When a widely publicized poll showed Republican John Kasich with a commanding, 10-point advantage in Ohio's governor's race, aides to Democratic Gov. Ted Strickland fought back hard.
Entertainment Bieber, Perry, Ke$ha take on American Music Awards
LOS ANGELES - A newlywed, a teen heartthrob and a glittery pop star are set to take the stage at the 38th annual American Music Awards.
CAGNI to host pottery show
The Clay Arts Guild of North Idaho, Inc. (CAGNI) will host the seventh annual Mud & Spirits Pottery Show, Saturday, Nov. 13, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Jacklin Arts and Cultural Center, Post Falls. Admission is free. Live music will be provided by local musicians.
Berry plants can be winners in form, function
Berry plants are flavorful favorites in many kitchen gardens, but their ornamental value is all but ignored.
Dad, daughter rescued
Pair spent three nights in snow-covered mountains
POST FALLS - It wasn't exactly the father-daughter bonding time Matt and Kia Gering had planned, but it worked.
Stocks give up early gains
NEW YORK - Stocks struggled to a mixed finish Thursday after weak earnings news from 3M and other companies weighed on the market.
From pity to a favorite
Elephant Man opens tonight at the Playhouse
COEUR d'ALENE - The drama written by Bernard Pomerance is considered the saddest of stories.
LC, Vikings play for league title
Winner hosts rematch next week in state playoffs
The playoff game is next week. The game to determine where next week’s playoff game will be played is tonight.
Cardinals bring depth, experience to mats
NIC excited to host nationals in February
COEUR d’ALENE — The depth is there.
North Idaho, you've got talent
Singers, dancers, jugglers audition for holiday show
COEUR d'ALENE - Well-dressed and talented, David Mills and Zachariah Baker, a pair of North Idaho College musicians, delivered a strong performance on Sunday night at The Coeur d'Alene Resort.
No time like now for conservatives
In the year 1620, one of my ancestors, Mary Chilton, age 13, arrived at Plymouth aboard the Mayflower. Her father, James, was ill and died on the ship, never being able to set foot on this "new land." Legend has it that Mary was aboard a small boat sent out to survey the area and that at this tender age of 13, was the first white woman to go ashore from the Mayflower. Her mother died a short time later that year. As an orphan, she reportedly lived with the family of Gov. William Braddock and William Winslow. Later she married a Winslow, who came to Plymouth in 1621. She is buried in a cemetery in Boston.
Flicks with fright
Going into the theater, we're excited. Trudging out, hearts racing, we wonder what we were thinking. Why inflict this terror on ourselves?
Hayden man gives bird to woman still searching for her elusive pet
Hayden man gives bird to woman still searching for her elusive pet
HAYDEN - Before Crystal Partenselder walked away with the African grey parrot in its carrier, she turned to Peter Taylor and asked one question:
Fall preview concert on Tuesday at LCHS
COEUR d'ALENE - The Lake City High School choirs are warmed up and ready to present a fabulous fall preview concert at 7 p.m. Tuesday in the LCHS auditorium.
Brothers guilty of hate crime
Victim: 'still hope for North Idaho' on 'race thing'
COEUR d'ALENE - A jury on Thursday in a hate-crime trial returned guilty verdicts against two white Coeur d'Alene men who were charged with threatening a Hispanic man because of his race.
Symphony, wine event is Nov. 13
"An Unforgettable Evening" chamber concert by the Coeur d'Alene Symphony Woodwind Quintet and the Lake City String Quartet, featuring music and introducing boutique wines from the Symphony Wine Club, will be held on Saturday, Nov, 13 at 6:30 p.m. at the Lake City Senior Center.
Today is last day to vote absentee
Today is the last day to vote absentee before Tuesday's general election.
Escape to Easton
Boy Scout camp on Lake Coeur d'Alene needs money for renovations
The clouds rolled in, the weather was chilly and the finicky fish of Lake Coeur d'Alene weren't biting on Saturday.
Powder puff gets too rough
Lake City High may cancel girls' flag football game
COEUR d'ALENE - Officials at Lake City High School are taking a long, hard look at whether to allow a time-honored tradition to continue at the school.
Otter earns Idaho's trust
The past couple years haven't been a stroll through City Park for Idahoans.
The Front Row with TOM HASSLINGER Oct. 29, 2010
Then came the feedback from Zag fans
Zag fans, you didn’t disappoint.
Avista reports earnings of $12.3M
SPOKANE - Avista Corp. reported net income of $12.3 million, or 22 cents per diluted share, for the third quarter of 2010.
Time to change your batteries
As the end of daylight savings time approaches on Nov. 7, the Coeur d'Alene Fire Department reminds residents to change the batteries in their smoke detectors.
Northwest Notes October 29, 2010
NIC volleyball team
Prep football standings
5A INLAND EMPIRE LEAGUE
Currie refunds contribution
Commissioner Rick Currie had to provide a refund this week after receiving a contribution from a political action committee with expired registration.
Labrador, Minnick square off in 1st District
Go to www.cdapress.com/news/political for more background on candidates.
Prep volleyball
N.I. Christian d.
2 bodies found in Post Falls
Gun was found between male, female, police say
POST FALLS - The dead bodies of a male and female with single gunshot wounds to the front of their heads were found inside a Post Falls home on Thursday night.
Donald A. Yocum, 87
Don Yocum was born Jan. 1, 1923, to Job and Susan Yocum in Gering, Neb. He began his studies at Washington State University, but put his education on hold when he enlisted in the U.S. Army Air Corps in 1942. He was stationed in the South Pacific during WWII. While in the military, Don was proud to be a boxer, and was trained by Young Corbit III. After the war, Don resumed his studies at WSU, earning degrees in forestry and education. There he met Jeanette Carlsen. They were married in 1948 and raised three sons.
Clare Marlin, 71
Clare Irene Carver Marlin, 71, surrounded by family at her home in Coeur d'Alene, joined her husband, Curtis Leon Marlin, on Oct. 26, 2010, who preceded her in death in 1983. Clare was born on Aug. 16, 1939, in Montague, Texas.
Henry Lewis 'Louie' Copsey, 77
Henry Lewis "Louie" Copsey was born Aug. 4, 1933, in Coeur d'Alene, in the hospital above Dingles Hardware, passed away Oct. 27, 2010, in Coeur d'Alene.
Anna Theresa Weiger, 84
Anna Theresa Weiger, 84, of Rathdrum, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 27, 2010, at Ivy Court Care Facility in Coeur d'Alene. Anna was born May 6, 1926, in Elmhurst, Ill., to the late Joseph and Martha (Latus) Kochelski. She married Erwin A. Weiger Jan. 8, 1949, at the Church of the Immaculate Conception in Elmhurst. He preceded her in death on Aug. 25, 2000.
Doris Wiegand, 91
Doris Wiegand passed away on Oct. 26, 2010, at her Post Falls home. She was born in Sylvan Grove, Kan., to John and Bessie McClanathan on July 3, 1919. She was the middle child in a family of five: two brothers, James and John, and two sisters, Burnice McQuaw and Alice Burton. Alice being the only surviving sibling.
Then came the feedback from Zag fans
Zag fans, you didn't disappoint. Walking in the office last Friday morning, the red light on my telephone was blinking madly.
Spend election night with Mike and Mike
A couple of bald-headed, bright-eyed Press staffers invite you to spend election night with them.
Legals October. 29, 2010
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE: The following describedproperty will be sold at public auction to the highest bidder, payable in lawful money of the United States, in the Veteran's Plaza outside the north entrance of the administrative building, 451 Government Way, Coeur d'Alene, ID, 83814, on January 24, 2011 at 10:00 AM, (recognized local time) for the purpose of foreclosing that certain Deed of Trust recorded 03/14/2007 as Instrument Number 2088021000, and executed by LARRY E PLUID AND TINA PLUID, HUSBAND AND WIFE, as Grantor(s), in favor of BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., as Beneficiary, to RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., the Current Trustee of record, covering the following real property located in Kootenai County, State of Idaho. LOT 1, BLOCK G, SECOND ADDITION TO LAKE PARK, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT RECORDED IN BOOK C OF PLATS, PAGE 114, RECORDS OF KOOTENAI COUNTY, IDAHO..The Trustee has no knowledge of a more particular description of the above reference real property, but for purposed of compliance with Idaho Code, Section 60-113, the Trustee has been informed that the street address of, LOT 1 LAKE PARK, Rathdrum, ID, 83858 is sometimes associated with said real property. Bidders must be prepared to tender the trustee the full amount of the bid at the sale in the form of cash, or cashier's check drawn on a state or federally insured savings institution. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances to satisfy the obligation secured by and pursuant to the power of sale conferred in the certain Deed of Trust. The default for which this sale is to be made is: Failure to pay the monthly payment due May 01, 2010 of principal, interest and impounds and subsequent installments due thereafter; plus late charges, with interest currently accruing at 7.375% per annum; together with all subsequent sums advanced by beneficiary pursuant to the terms and conditions of said Deed of Trust, and any supplemental modifications thereto. The principal balance owing as of this date on said obligation is $125,483.87, plus interest, costs and expenses actually incurred in enforcing the obligations thereunder and in this sale, together with any unpaid and/or accruing real property taxes, and/or assessments, attorneys' fees, Trustees' fees and costs, and any other amount advanced to protect said security, as authorized in the promissory note secured by the aforementioned Deed of Trust. Therefore, the Beneficiary elects to sell, or cause said trust property to be sold, to satisfy said obligation. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE, AND THAT THE DEBT MAY BE DISPUTED. THE ABOVE GRANTORS ARE NAMED TO COMPLY WITH SECTION 45-1506(4)(a) IDAHO CODE. NO REPRESENTATION IS MADE THAT THEY ARE, OR ARE NOT, PRESENTLY RESPONSIBLE FOR THIS OBLIGATION. DATED: September 15, 2010 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., Name and Address of the Current Trustee is: RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-914-01-94, SIMI VALLEY, CA 80028-1821, PHONE: (800) 281-8219. TS # 10-0113220 FEI #:1006.111985 Legal 1042 October 7, 14, 21, 28, 2010
Thursday, October 28
HART: His foe didn't vote
This November in Kootenai County we have some hotly contested races on the ballot. There are two candidates running as write-ins. One of the write-in candidates is Mr. Howard Griffiths who is running for the legislature. In fact, a few of the candidates from the May 2010 primary election, who lost their races, are aggressively supporting Mr. Griffiths over the winner of that primary. There is a "sour grapes" motivation at work here. And what is really strange, according to Kootenai County Election Department records, Mr. Griffiths did not even bother to vote in the 2010 primary.
MINNICK: Let's re-hire the best
The election of a public official is often rightly described as a job interview for employment as an elected official. Raul Labrador's recent ad in the North Idaho Business Journal suggests that because the current House Speaker should be fired, Walt Minnick himself must be fired and that we hire Mr. Labrador. When smart employers hire or retain employees, they look to that applicant's skills, work performance and track record. Walt Minnick has been these last two years an honest and very effective employee for the citizens of Idaho. He works hard and smart for Idaho's interests. Walt has been very conservative on fiscal and other issues. He deserves to be rehired for two more years.
CURRIE: Listens to all perspectives
The Coeur d'Alene Association of Realtors endorses Rick Currie as a "Write-In" candidate. Due to a three way primary race the vote split one third for each candidate. The incumbent - Rick Currie - had votes diverted to Chris Fillios because Chris and Rick share similar ideals and beliefs.
NELSON: Will make KC better
I have lived in Kootenai County for more than 40 years and this is the greatest place to live, work, play and yes, even take your dog to a new off-leash park. You can also take a hike on miles of developed trails and access fantastic lakes and rivers at countless public facilities.
NILSON: All the right stuff
I am encouraging you to vote for Ron Nilson on Nov. 2. He will make an excellent trustee for North Idaho College. I like to use the analogy of peeling away layers of an onion to see what is inside. If you peel away the layers of Ron, you will find a man who has a strong faith, a passion for the young people in this county and an objective thought process to solving issues.
Sousa, Strauss and a symphony
Panhandle orchestra to present fall concert Friday
COEUR d'ALENE - Janet Haakenson and her violin are ready to rock - along with the other 50 members of the Panhandle Symphony Orchestra.
Outside the lines
Fatal Vision goggles simulate effects of drunk driving for students
COEUR d'ALENE - Tianna Moter was driving like she was drunk, but she wasn't.
Movers & Shakers October 28, 2010
Business After Hours set for tonight
Heavy rains, rapid rise make fishing nonexistent
Fish Tips
After heavy rains and a rapid rise, trout fishing is nonexistent on the Coeur d'Alene and St. Joe rivers, according to Pat Way of Orvis Northwest Outfitters.
Stocks fall amid questions about Fed plan
NEW YORK - Stock prices fell Wednesday as concerns grew over whether the Federal Reserve's plans to buy Treasury bonds might be smaller and slower than anticipated.
Cure for college sticker shock
Families of college-bound students share a common illness: sticker shock. Sure, in-state tuition isn't bad, but add dorm, books, and other costs and parents are looking at a lifestyle change for four to six years. If junior wants out-of-state or private school options, things really start to look scary. Tuition alone at private schools can range from $26,000 per academic year to about $40,000. With one in college and one soon to follow, I'm shaking in my boots.
Hecla's earnings shine
Company brought in $41.9 million in third quarter
COEUR d'ALENE - Hecla Mining Company reported a 30 percent cash flow increase from last year for its third quarter earnings in 2010, the company announced this week.
Lawsuit seeks to stop annexation
Citizens want to block Harrison from adding Powderhorn Ranch
COEUR d'ALENE - A group of citizens is suing to prevent the city of Harrison from annexing the Powderhorn Ranch Inc. subdivision.
The Front Row with MARK NELKE October 28, 2010
On to state ... for everyone at Timberlake
It’s been a spirited fall so far in Spirit Lake.
'Zombies' invade NYC during morning rush-hour
NEW YORK - As if the morning commute wasn't odd enough, intrepid New Yorkers trying to make their way to work on Tuesday had to battle past hordes of the walking dead.
Deliberations tabled on Comprehensive Plan
COEUR d'ALENE - The Kootenai County commissioners tabled deliberations Tuesday night after hearing two hours of testimony on the final draft of the county Comprehensive Plan.
Idaho prep football media poll, Oct. 28, 2010
Records as of Oct. 26
Vandals gear for 'pain' of trip to Hawaii
When most people fly to Hawaii, it's for pleasure.
Fire recall vote is Tuesday
Some residents want Timberlake officials Rudebaugh, Fish ousted
ATHOL - Some residents living in the Timberlake Fire Protection District will ask voters there on Tuesday to consider recalling commissioners David "Rudy" Rudebaugh and Marty Fish.
List of write-in names not OK
Residents: County elections workers not following rules
COEUR d'ALENE - Some Kootenai County residents revealed on Wednesday that the county Elections Department wasn't following Idaho procedure in disclosing write-in candidates' names at polling stations.
Records October 28, 2010
DIVORCES FILED
Fox rejects Cablevision's new offer to end impasse
LOS ANGELES - Fox on Wednesday rejected a last-ditch offer from Cablevision Systems Corp. to pay it more for its TV stations' signals, a move that could leave some 3 million Cablevision subscribers in the New York area with few options besides heading to a bar to watch baseball's World Series on TV.
Third Tankovich trial nearing end
Jury to make decision in hate crime case
COEUR d'ALENE - Jurors today are likely to begin deliberating in a hate crime trial involving two white Coeur d'Alene men who are accused of threatening a Hispanic man because of his race.
Two visions for Idaho public education
Today we profile the two candidates for Idaho Superintendent of Public Instruction, the office which oversees public schools K-12 in Idaho. Tomorrow, The Press will look at the race for U.S. Representative in Congressional District 1.
Cemetery clean up set
POST FALLS - Post Falls will begin preparing Evergreen Cemetery for the winter following Veterans Day on Nov. 11.
Schools set out for southern glory
For those teams qualifying for this year’s state volleyball tournaments, there are no second chances.
Write can go wrong election night
Ballot counting expected to spill into early hours of Wednesday morning
COEUR d'ALENE - Election night in Kootenai County looks like it's going to spill into Wednesday morning. How late - or early? That's anybody's guess.
Your guides to fine fishing
Whether trout or salmon, some know well how to catch the fish, and where
Salmon fishing, even on the best of days, is a study in patience.
CURRIE: Integrity is what you get
It's all about integrity. When people ask Rick Currie, "Why would you want to do a write-in campaign?" that is the answer they will receive.
Maxine E. McRae, 86
Maxine E. McRae, 86, passed away Oct. 27, 2010, in Coeur d'Alene, and is survived by her four sons, Tom McRae, Steve McRae, Rick McRae and John McRae; brother Bob Stockman (Janice); four grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; two nephews and two nieces.
Mary Colleen Clark, 87
Born May 28, 1923
Missing father, daughter found safe
Police report that a missing Post Falls father and daughter who went hunting in the St. Joe area have been found safe this morning.
Father, daughter reported missing
The Post Falls Police Department is looking for two individuals who were reported missing on Wednesday.
Wednesday, October 27
NELSON: Discover her for yourself
Jai Nelson has been criticized for not attending some public meetings for commissioner candidates. You should know that she is a single working Mom who travels an hour or more to her job as a cardiac nurse at the Sacred Heart Hospital in Spokane. She is funding part of her campaign expenses from that salary so it is necessary for her to fulfill her work obligations. She is also responsive to phone calls (208-660-3214) and to e-mails at Contact@JaiNelson.com and you can learn more about Jai and her proposals on her web page at www.JaiNelson.com.
OTTER: Keeps wolves at bay
I just want to say "Kudos" to Governor Butch Otter for taking a stand against the feds on the wolf issue. So far, he is the only elected official that I will vote to keep in office. If more of our elected "representatives" listened, we would not be in the current economic predicament. Our forefathers were not idiots - these killing machines were eradicated for a very good reason and hunting them is a viable means of keeping their numbers in check.
BULLARD: Time for serious change
Here we have Idaho! A state that has been controlled by Republicans since 1964. A state that ranks 50th in state funding for education at $6,931 per pupil. A state with an incarceration rate that ranks 16th in the U.S., spending $20,965 per inmate. A state with average weekly wages ranking 48th in the U.S., just one notch above Mississippi.
N. IDAHO: People make it special
Mr. Mark McCrue requested information on North Idaho, specifically weather. I found out North Idaho has four distinct seasons, not too hot and not too cold.
I-BEST: No time for entitlement
I read with interest your article in the Post Falls Press about the I-BEST program. I laud North Idaho College for providing the students the opportunity to complete their high school education and receive vocational training simultaneously. However, I was angered and dismayed by the sense of entitlement expressed by the student featured in the article ("I was stressing. I thought I'd have to flip burgers to put myself through college"). Many of my peers and I did flip burgers and did other menial jobs to pay for our educations. The assumption that our education was the responsibility of someone other than ourselves did not exist.
ILLEGALS: Answer is really E-zee
GOP Wall... build a wall to stop illegal immigration. They will build a tunnel underneath the wall... troops on the border... how many, how long and at what cost? Virtual fence... does not work... answer to the problem... massive fines for those who employ illlegals and know that they are.
SANDERS: Fences make bad neighbors
Is this serious? Allowing homeowners to put fences on Sanders Beach will ruin one of our few expanses of beach here in beautiful Coeur d'Alene. The beach, even if it is private is a signature part of our town. Anyone that comes onto our lake as a tourist (who spends money here) will see this and think it is a trashy look to our wonderful lakeside properties.
CHRISTIANS: Be heard on Nov. 2
I have been hearing a lot about Christian voters who are staying at home this election year. How can that be? If, as a Christian, we are unhappy or dismayed at our country as it stands today, we have 545 elected officials in Washington who are there by our permission. In Matthews it says we are the salt of the Earth. Salt is a wonderful ingredient for preserving and flavoring. If we are the salt of the Earth and the salt loses its flavor, there will be groaning throughout the land. And believe me it looks like there is groaning throughout the land. If our officials in Washington are elected by us, then we have only ourselves to blame if things go wrong. This is one of the most critical elections of our times, never has so much been at stake. We, The People (in very large letters) starts the words in the Constitution. It doesn't say, we the government. We, the People elect our officials and when the Christian vote stays home, as in 2006 you can see what happens. Now we are facing a landslide toward Democratic control of the House, Senate and Whitehouse. Without a dissenting vote, whatever laws they favor will easily pass with no opposition except for a few right thinking participants.
CURRIE: He exemplifies service
Rick Currie has been a friend of mine since our early days as members of the Jaycees (Junior Chamber of Commerce). Over the years my husband and I worked with Rick and other Jaycees on a number of community service projects. We built playgrounds, sold Hydroplane buttons, supported kids programs and many other activities.
NONINI: The choice IS clear
Bob Nonini's campaign motto, "The Choice is Clear" could not be any truer. If you watched the League of Women Voter's forum on Oct. 13 as I did it was evident.
HISSONG: Keep good thing going
There is one race on the November ballot that will rightfully be decided by non-partisan voters. The Kootenai County Coroner's office has been well served for decades by the late Dr. Bill Wood and then Dr. Robert West, who is now retiring. The common thread for the past 26 years has been Chief Deputy Coroner Jody DeLuca Hissong, serving under both coroners. There is no substitute for that kind of experience.
BROTHERS: Real band comes through
My brother, a Vietnam Disabled Vet, died a week ago. I am only now coping with this loss. My brother would be buried in the U.S. ARMY uniform that he wore so proudly for a country that he loved even more.
CHADDERDON: A vote for families
A vote for state representative Marge Chadderdon is a vote for education, for job opportunities, and for responsible spending of taxpayer money so our young families have a future in Idaho.
ALLRED: Three reasons to vote
North Idaho voters have an opportunity to vote for Keith Allred, a gifted leader, a fifth generation Idahoan, and a person worth crossing party lines for on Nov. 2.
ELECTION: Here we come
First you said we all cling to guns or religion, or hate people not like us.
OLSON: Adds up to best candidate
A recent letter by Jerry Tefft praised Tom Luna for his Idaho Math Initiative. Before Nov. 2, Idaho voters need to know a few things that Mr. Tefft did not mention.
HOWARD: Top choice for trustee
Contrary to the claim of some that North Idaho College lacks transparency and community involvement; the voters need to be reminded that NIC has always included community membership in its daily actions as well as future direction.
LARSEN: Stands up for education
This is to recommend David Larsen for Idaho Legislator District 5 Seat A in the November election. I have known David for many years. I have personally seen him attending many meetings for many hours working for a better life for we the people here in North Idaho and working tirelessly toward the best education for our children. We retired folks need the best educated children to maintain our prosperity in the years to come.
HUNTING: Photos are appropriate
Concerning Hunting Images and Feelings.
SIMS: Capable and competent
I recently had the chance to sit down and talk with Kathy Sims about issues that are facing us here in Coeur d'Alene and all of Idaho. I found her to be smart, well-informed and more than ready to go to Boise to fight for us here in North Idaho.
CORRIDOR: Place to park tax bucks
Let's see. The LCDC needs $9 (THAT NINE MILLION) million to beautify the area around the collage campus. They speak of roundabouts and swells and planting many trees and what does the collage want? Parking--Parking--Parking! Oh what do they know?
TRUSTEE: Nilson, Ketchum leaders
With election day just around the corner, we as voters have a special opportunity to make a badly needed change at NIC. There are two trustee seats up for filling. There are two candidates that stand out as "the right choice" to serve the public and students as NIC Trustees. They are Dr. Robert Ketchum, Outstanding Educator, and Ron Nilson, Outstanding Manufacturer.
KRILL: Setting the record straight
On Sept. 16, Sue Damon wrote a My Turn column supporting the Timberlake Fire recall. In opposition, the city of Athol wrote a letter to the editor on Sept. 29 which included defamatory statements and falsely accused me of also authoring Damon's letter. I faxed/mailed a letter to Athol notifying them of the error and asked for an apology, but never received a reply.
WRITZ: One of 3 key votes
This election is important for our community. We can't afford to put the wrong people in, or back in, office. Our taxes are at risk and we need these folks as real change implementers. I know three of the candidates personally, professionally, and for their ethics, integrity and intelligence.
MARANO: Civic roots run deep
When I look at Legislative candidates, I look for someone who has a history of being involved in our community. In the race for House Seat 4B, I see one person who has been involved in her community in a variety of ways. Paula Marano is a participant in some County Fair events and in the past, played violin in the North Idaho Symphony. She is involved in local public education, her church, in bringing financial literacy to adults and children, and is a member of the Chamber of Commerce and the Kootenai Environmental Alliance.
KEMP: A true independent
Politicians will tell you that we are all equal, but in truth there are some that are more equal than others. Politicians will do and say anything to protect their own, which are those with the money. They will do anything to make money, outsourcing jobs, cutting taxes for big businesses under the guise that it will create jobs, which it hasn't, and demanding more from the workers for less money and benefits.
FACEBOOK: Time to face real facts
Is anybody else tired of Facebook, Twitter, etc. etc.? Why is the world I live in geared toward what the "under 30" crowd is doing? I know what they're doing. Self-absorbed as they are. Any educated guess is accepted.
SCHOOLS: Board makes right call
The Coeur d'Alene school board is making a difficult, but necessary choice to re-direct the board meetings agenda to running the schools, instead of having them twisted so some fringe thinkers can repeatedly rant about how we should censor our access to educational choices.
Movers and Shakers Oct. 27, 2010
Businesses: Labor Grant Can Help Finance On-The-Job Training
Triple Play to host Halloween event
Triple Play is having a Halloween special on Sunday.
Pack mentality
Coeur d'Alene High boys cross country team seeks first state title
By JASON ELLIOTT
These 'Babes' can sing, dance
COEUR d'ALENE - This is musical No. 4 for Mackenzie Murray.
Race is on for Idaho governor
On Nov. 2, Idahoans will wake up and see who will lead the state for the next four years beginning in January. Here are the three candidates who have been featured in recent statewide debates. Other candidates on the ballot are Pro-Life of Letha, running as an Independent, and Ted Dunlap of Kuna, running as a Libertarian.
Help for cardiovascular challenges
Deaths resulting from heart attacks have dropped thanks to progressive lifesaving medical techniques; however, the incidence is rising at alarming rates.
Boise State rolls to 21st straight victory
BOISE - Boise State got caught flat-footed on an onside kick and fumbled away another kickoff. It almost had another costly fumble, and Kellen Moore threw his second interception of the season.
Ask your audiologist....
When I try to find information on hearing aids over the internet I have a hard time finding local offices and end up with a bunch of confusing sites I have to weed through is there a simpler way that I don't know about?
Clagstone Meadows decision postponed
SANDPOINT - The largest planned planned unit development ever proposed in Bonner County is shaping up to be one of the most thoroughly considered projects the county has reviewed in the past 20 years.
KTigers Taekwondo - A way of life not just kicking, punching
Located in beautiful Coeur d' Alene, KTigers Taekwondo offers the most extensive and holistic system of martial arts training for students in the art of Taekwondo. KTigers is an educational and family oriented institution that is dedicated to helping our students reach their maximum potential by setting and achieving sustainable goals and keeping our body, mind, and spirit in perfect health and harmony.
Benefits of power mobility
Are you having difficulty walking around your house, remain in bed, or sit in a chair all day due to pain or muscle fatigue caused by a medical condition? If this sounds like you or someoneyou know, power mobility might be a way to regain your independence, freedom, and mobility.
Candidates reveal finances
Political hopefuls vary in fundraising, spending leading up to election
Some candidates were fundraising hard the month prior to the general election, and others not at all, according to the final campaign finance reports filed on Tuesday.
Baseball union would consider expanded playoffs
SAN FRANCISCO - Baseball's playoffs could be expanding in two years.
Records October 27, 2010
ANNULMENT GRANTED
An inside-out take on classic shepherd's pie
It's hard to go wrong when you combine two of the most comforting of comfort foods - twice-baked potatoes and shepherd's pie. The combination - shepherd's pie stuffed potatoes - is just one of the 225 creations Rachael Ray comes up with in her latest cookbook, "Rachael Ray's Look and Cook."
GOP precinct vote delayed
Committee votes to adopt stance to support candidates who won primaries
COEUR d'ALENE - The vote to remove a Republican precinct committeeman was postponed until after the November election.
Deputy injured in collision
A Kootenai County Sheriff's deputy was injured early Tuesday when his patrol car was struck by another vehicle.
Dog poisoning suspected
SANDPOINT - A Sandpoint woman is urging residents to keep an eye on their pets after her dog was apparently poisoned last week.
Number of diabetic Americans could triple by 2050
Healthy Lifestyles
ATLANTA - As many as 1 in 3 U.S. adults could have diabetes by the year 2050, federal officials announced Friday, in a dramatic revision of earlier projections.
Newlyweds Brand, Perry leave India for Maldives
JAIPUR, India - Comedian Russell Brand and pop singer Katy Perry flew to the Maldives on Monday after their wedding at a tiger reserve in India, while authorities investigated whether the wedding party broke noise laws.
The Front Row with JASON ELLIOTT October 27, 2010
Big markets strike out
At the start of the 2010 baseball season, I figured that I'd see Cliff Lee pitching the first game of the World Series.
Teen found dead in Cd'A home; foul play not suspected
COEUR d'ALENE - An 18-year-old woman was found dead in a Coeur d'Alene home Monday afternoon, police said.
Water trade in the works
Cd'A could swap rights to lake with Harrison-area subdivision
COEUR d'ALENE - Like baseball cards, only more practical.
Man arrested after hospital burglary
POST FALLS - A 24-year-old Post Falls man was arrested for allegedly burglarizing the Northern Idaho Advanced Care Hospital early Friday.
The wonder that was Ace Walden
In his 103 years on this earth, Ace Walden created a template for community involvement and making a genuine difference in peoples' lives. We only came to be acquainted in his 99th year but my life is surely richer for having known him.
The power that made the body will heal the body
From the time that we are born until the time we die, the body is in constant motion, even when at rest.
Varietally speaking Bordeaux
Awhile back I wrote about some of the white varietals that do well in the North-west as part of an occasional series. This is the second installment focusing primarily on the red Bordeaux varietals that also do well here in our local area.
Ace: A hole in 1(03)
The past few years have erased several of our region's staunchest community contributors.
NIC women win at invite
WALLA WALLA, Wash. - The North Idaho College women shot a second-day 262 to win the Walla Walla Community College golf invitational by 16 shots on Tuesday at the Wine Valley Golf Club.
Fernan Lake Road finished
Project in works for 20 years ends nine months ahead of schedule
FERNAN - It's wider. It's straighter.
Miami falls in Big 3's debut
LeBron James and the Miami Heat were showered with chants of "overrated!" They sure looked that way in their debut as a team formed to win a championship.
DAR Promotes Essay Contests
COEUR d'ALENE - The Lt. George Farragut Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution is inviting students in Kootenai County to participate in two essay contests.
Change the world
Food for Thought
"I'd love to change the world, but I don't know what to do, so I'll leave it up to you," the early 1970s rock band, Ten Years After, plays on the classic rock station in my car. While singing along I wonder, "Do I know what to do? Should I leave it up to someone else? Can I change the world?" Last week was the 20th anniversary of National Make a Difference Day and I wonder, "Why should I focus on making a difference only one day a year?" Let's spread the love all year long.
Fallen Heroes plaza sprayed by graffiti
COEUR d'ALENE - You would think, said Glenn Lauper, that people would have more respect for those who gave their lives protecting our freedoms.
Can we tax our way into happiness?
Most Americans see an oxymoron when the words "tax" and "happiness" appear in the same line, but that apparently isn't true of those northern countries that gave the world the Vikings and pickled herring. In a recent worldwide survey to determine the happiest people on the planet, Denmark and its Scandinavian neighbors dominated the top spots, which is a curious phenomenon considering those countries also have the world's highest taxes.
$1.4M in tax relief wasn't paid
Consider it an extended delay.
Northwest Notes October 27, 2010
Three NIC teams make
CZ Biosmart infrared heaters stand above the rest
Robin and Robbin Ball of Coeur d'Alene, Idaho have been selling infrared heaters for five years and are very knowledgeable about the infrared business. They are authorized CZ Biosmart dealers and can help you with all your infrared heating needs, including service and parts.You can't buy this amazing, high-quality heater in any store.
Royals win
N.I. Christian d.
Roger L. Knapp, 77
Roger L. Knapp, 77, passed away on Oct. 18, 2010, at his home in Pinehurst. His sisters and wife were by his side when he passed from this life. He was born on Aug. 2, 1933, in Coeur d'Alene. His parents were Carl and Callie (Dunn) Knapp.
Mary Katrina Epkey, 19
Mary Katrina Epkey passed away on Oct. 5, 2010, at Sacred Heart Medical Center in Spokane, Wash., from complications arising from an illness she had been battling.
Edwin Duane Pleger 'Ed,' 86
Edwin Duane Pleger "Ed," 86, a lifelong resident of Hayden Lake, passed away at Life Care Center in Coeur d'Alene, on Oct. 27, 2010.
Suzanne Podrabsky, 46
Suzanne Podrabsky, 46, of Coeur d'Alene, died Oct. 24, 2010, at the University of Washington Medical Center in Seattle, Wash. Born Suzanne Petteruti on Oct. 15, 1964, in Glendale, Calif., she lived there for 10 years before moving to North Idaho. She attended various schools in the area and graduated from Lakeland High School in 1982. She then attended North Idaho College for two years before moving to Corvallis, Ore., in 1984. She began working for a bank which she enjoyed, and met her husband that year on a blind date. Suzanne married Dean Podrabsky on May 5, 1988, and they lived in Corvallis until March 1992 and then decided to move back to Coeur d'Alene to be close to her family.
County comp plan still on hold
Tuesday, October 26
Hayden mulls parking ordinance
HAYDEN - The Hayden City Council is considering revising its parking ordinance that could increase startup costs for businesses.
Cd'A may reduce parking guidelines
Proposal would entail less asphalt, more efficient use
COEUR d'ALENE - Excessive asphalt not required.
Mattresses matter
COEUR d'ALENE - The guests of St. Vincent de Paul's transitional house are about to get a better night's sleep.
NIC teams battle wind
College golf
WALLA WALLA, Wash. - Rachel Westby shot a 87 to pace the North Idaho College women's golf team to a second place tie in the first day of the two-day Walla Walla Invitational at Wine Valley Golf Club.
Does our college need more community?
Board of trustee candidates differ on subject at forum
POST FALLS - The four candidates for two North Idaho College board seats differ on whether more "community" needs to be put into the community college.
More than 600,000
Silverwood sets record attendance in 2010
Attendance hasn't been a roller coaster, it's just been up, up and up.
Briefs October 26, 2010
Tribe to host local, state candidates
Baker helpers recognized
Crapo gives Spirit of Idaho awards in St. Maries, Post Falls
POST FALLS - That's the spirit.
Canadian pleads guilty at Guantanamo
GUANTANAMO BAY NAVAL BASE, Cuba (AP) - Eight years after he was taken to Guantanamo as a teenage prisoner, a Canadian pleaded guilty Monday to killing a U.S. Army sergeant during a battle in Afghanistan, in a deal that will send him home in a year to serve his sentence.
BSU turf gives foes the blues
RUSTON, La. (AP) - Boise State's blue turf at Bronco Stadium isn't just a gimmick that makes games look strange on television.
My first crush
My hands were a sticky mess. The room was loud with the sounds of machine and classic rock. Everyone concentrated on their tasks, but regular laughter highlighted the cacophony that was fall crush on Oct. 22 at Coeur d'Alene Cellars.
The Front Row with Doug Ferguson October 26, 2010
The long road to a PGA card
PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla. - David Duval flunked Q-school twice, and both times came away feeling good about himself.
Crapo: Administration holding back economy
Idaho GOP senator seeks re-election
COEUR d'ALENE - Idaho Senator Mike Crapo, an 11-year veteran of the U.S. Senate, has seen both sides of the coin.
Republicans clash over Hart
Central committee will vote to remove leader over support refusal
COEUR d'ALENE - The Kootenai County Republican Central Committee is looking to boot one of its leaders for denouncing Rep. Phil Hart and his tax quandaries.
Online TV spats mean fewer free shows on Web
LOS ANGELES - Broadcasters took a big step toward eliminating free TV shows on the Web after they blocked access to their programming online this month to enforce their demands to be paid.
Northwest Notes October 26, 2010
Shock add Nekos Brown; remains in same division
Mayors critical of comp plan
Letter asks county commissioners to start over
The mayors of Kootenai County's biggest cities have declared the new county Comprehensive Plan as unacceptable, and are calling for the county commissioners to start all over.
Sports Briefs October 26, 2010
Football
Romo injured; Giants beat Cowboys
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) - Tony Romo broke his left collarbone, then things really got bad for the Dallas Cowboys.
County will remove piling
Kootenai County will remove a piling in the channel of the Spokane River from Cedars Floating Restaurant downstream to the Spokane Street Bridge in Post Falls.
Movers & Shakers October 26, 2010
Upholstery shop leasing larger space
Beach Ball fundraiser to benefit youth club
Tickets on sale for Friday event at The Coeur d'Alene Resort
POST FALLS - Summer is not over if you ask the Boys and Girls Club of Kootenai County.
Additional postage has absentee voters licked
Post office admits ballots should not have been returned to citizens
COEUR d'ALENE - Return to sender.
Records October 26, 2010
CRIME REPORTS
Yankees fire pitching coach
NEW YORK (AP) - The Yankees started a busy offseason Monday, but not with new contracts for manager Joe Girardi or aging icons Derek Jeter and Mariano Rivera.
No. 2 Boise State seeks 9th straight over La. Tech
BSU starters may actually get to play a full game
BOISE (AP) - Kellen Moore and the other starters on No. 2 Boise State's high-flying offense have gone a month now without playing a single down in the fourth quarter.
At long last
Miami set for Big 3 debut in Boston, with Shaq looming
MIAMI - Before leaving for the airport Monday and catching the flight to Boston, Dwyane Wade had a conversation with the friend he calls Larry.
Stocks extend gains as dollar falls
NEW YORK - Stocks rose moderately Monday on growing expectations that the Federal Reserve will take steps to boost the economy.
Garon's 28 saves spur Blue Jackets
Kyle Wilson scored his first NHL goal and Mathieu Garon stopped 28 shots to lead the Columbus Blue Jackets past the Philadelphia Flyers 2-1 on Monday night in Columbus, Ohio.
Third trial starts for Tankovich brothers
Malicious harassment charges stem from August 2009 incident
COEUR d'ALENE - The retrial of two Coeur d'Alene brothers on malicious harassment charges begins today in Kootenai County District Court.
Elizabeth 'June' Earnest, 78
Elizabeth "June" Earnest went to be with the Lord on Oct. 12, 2010. June was born on June 4, 1932, in Clyde, Texas.
Marilyn Ahles, 57
There is a major karaoke party going on in heaven tonight. Marilyn passed away peacefully after an amazingly courageous battle with cancer. At her side were her husband, Ron, the love of her life; her two sons, Graham and Jeremy; her daughter, Cheri; granddaughter Candace; her mother, Norma and sisters Terri and Coleen. Marilyn always talked about how much she cherished the prayers from so many friends and relatives. A special thank you to her dear friend Twyla who was by her side so many times over the past four years.
Anne S. Moyer, 86
Anne S. Moyer, 86, of Coeur d'Alene, passed away peacefully in her home on Oct. 12, 2010. Born in Winston-Salem, N.C., to Harvin and Miriam Sauls.
George Lawrence Shaw, 83
George Lawrence Shaw, 83, Post Falls resident, died Oct. 22, 2010, at 3:55 a.m. at Life Care Center in Post Falls. George was born in Omaha, Neb., on Jan. 24, 1927, to Leanore Lucille Clark and Noah Webster Shaw. The family moved around a great deal and he finished school in Paradise, Calif.
Piling plucking begins; penny pouring to follow
Let the removal begin.
No public services for Ace Walden
A private gathering will be held at a later date for Amidee K. “ Ace” Walden, who died Saturday at the age of 103.
Monday, October 25
It's either 'feast or famine' in Camelot's snowfall records
Weather Gems
Every year at this time, I'm asked to update our local area snowfall records dating back some 116 winter seasons to the inception of such statistics in 1895. Here are these records:
The Front Row with Jim Litke October 25, 2010
A lesson in teamwork for Rangers
Getting the Texas Rangers to play the game the way he did was never going to be an easy sell. Tougher still was how Ron Washington got them to play for each other.
Hamlin wins third straight at Martinsville
Johnson's overall lead shrinks with four races left
MARTINSVILLE, Va. - Denny Hamlin figured if he was going to make a run at Jimmie Johnson's points lead, there was no better place to start than Martinsville Speedway.
Seattle's proposed tree rules prompt opposition
SEATTLE - Towering Douglas Firs and lush urban parks helped earned Seattle the nickname Emerald City, so it's not surprising that felling a tree can prompt heated responses.
Health care hassles
Employers looking at options for health insurance
WASHINGTON - The new health care law wasn't supposed to undercut employer plans that have provided most people in the U.S. with coverage for generations.
Cd'A leaf pick-up begins Nov. 8
Monday, Nov. 8, marks the start of the city's annual leaf pick-up program. Because leaves can plug catch basins and storm drains, please be sure to keep leaves on your property until Monday, Nov. 1.
Entertainment Briefs October 25, 2010
Celine Dion gives birth to twin boys
NEW YORK - Celine Dion has given birth to twin boys, finally realizing her dream of being a mother again after a long struggle to become pregnant.
Cyclocross racers battle the elements
Rain turns Riverstone course into soggy track
COEUR d'ALENE - Dog-tired, sopping wet and covered in mud, Tom Miller smiled a weary smile.
Raiders pillage early vs. Denver
NFL — Week 7
Behind Darren McFadden's four touchdowns, the visiting Oakland Raiders scored the most points in its 50-year history in routing the Denver Broncos 59-14 on Sunday.
Warrants October 25, 2010
Felonies
Three injured in crash on I-90
POST FALLS - Three people were injured during a multi-vehicle collision Saturday night on Interstate 90, according to Idaho State Police.
Sports Briefs October 25, 2010
Fred Couples left Corey Pavin and everybody else way behind in the Champions Tour Administaff Small Business Classic, shooting a 9-under 63 on Sunday for a seven-stroke victory at The Woodlands, Texas.
UI officials eye tuition amendment
MOSCOW (AP) - University of Idaho officials would like to increase the vocabulary they are allowed to use by adding the word "tuition."
'He always had a smile'
Longtime Rotarian, NIC booster Ace Walden dies at 103
COEUR d'ALENE - Ace Walden was a great man, said Don Sausser.
Style of their own
Seahawks take lead in NFC West
SEATTLE — In the NFC West, style points don’t count. Good thing, too, with how average the Seattle Seahawks looked in taking over the top spot Sunday.
The GLEEks of Coeur d'Alene High
Class based on popular TV show helps students learn, grow through expression
COEUR d’ALENE — “Let’s run through the Lady Gaga number now.”
Ace Walden, 103
Amidee K. "Ace" Walden, 103, of Coeur d'Alene, died Oct. 23, 2010, at his home. He was born May 17, 1907, in Grass Valley, Calif., to Percy and Emma (Walton) Walden.
Leon Hobbs, 75
Gentry "Leon" Hobbs, 75, born Aug. 22, 1935, was a native of Escambia County, Ala., and a recent and current resident of Spirit Lake. He passed away on Oct. 18, 2010, rather unexpectedly.
Dennis James Hanson Sr., 45
Dec. 10, 1964 - Oct. 2, 2010
Lois H. Myers, 87
Lois H. Myers, of Hayden, died Oct. 17, 2010, after a blessedly brief battle with cancer. Lois Ann Hatch was born Aug. 15, 1923, in Woodville, Wis., to Anna and Wesley Hatch.
Virginia Emma Arnesen
April 30, 1925 to Oct. 10, 2010
Cathie Thomas, 63
Cathie Thomas was born April 7, 1947, to Lois and Ira "Jr." Thomas. Lifelong resident, Cathie L. Thomas of Coeur d'Alene, passed away at Kootenai Medical Center, Oct. 29, 2010.
Hart falls in Press online poll
It’s the write-in candidate by a whisker.
What's going to happen today?
Found Images - Oct. 23
A collection of imagery found while out and about in North Idaho during the past week.
NIC trustee forum tonight
POST FALLS — A forum featuring four candidates for North Idaho College's board of trustees will be held tonight at Post Falls City Hall, 408 N. Spokane St., from 6-7:30.
DEMOCRATS: State needs them now
On Oct. 19 Kootenai County citizens had an opportunity to hear candidates present their positions. Boise incumbent after Boise incumbent stated the "Jobs were the No. 1 priority."
SIMS: Idaho is her business
I seldom write letters to the editor but chose this forum to urge voters to give thoughtful consideration to electing Kathy Sims as our state representative for District 4B on November 2. Kathy Sims, a successful businesswoman for over 41 years through both the good and bad times, is eminently qualified to represent the citizens of Coeur d'Alene and Kootenai County. Kathy Sims, a hard working, common sense, compassionate conservative, is highly respected as a business and political leader in Idaho. Kathy Sims is approachable, down to earth and very sensitive to the concerns and challenges others face. I have often known Kathy Sims to make others the benefactors of her good will while expecting no thanks or recognition in return.
TRUSTEE: Nilson, Ketchum qualified
Each of the NIC trustee candidates has special qualifications but in my judgment, Robert Ketchum and Ron Nilson stand out as most appropriate for the current challenges at NIC.
WILKEY: Most qualified coroner
If you want the best most qualified and educated person for this delicate job, please vote for Deb Wilkey, RN for County Coroner. Deb has worked the past six years as a Kootenai Co. Deputy Coroner under the direction of Dr. Robert West who has announced his endorsement of Deb Wilkey as our next County Coroner.
OLSON: Educators show their support
The single most important factor in the quality of education our Idaho students receive is the teacher in the classroom. Stan Olson is keenly aware of the critical role educators play. His unique combination of education and managerial experience qualify him to successfully fill the role of Idaho State Superintendent of Public Instruction. Just as the CEO of Microsoft is required to have experience with computers so, too, should the State Superintendent have experience in education. In his position as Superintendent of the Boise School District, Dr. Olson has proven he is capable of building consensus among public education stakeholders to ensure student success. As State Superintendent, Stan Olson will bring his collaborative skills to develop, with input from the educational community, a long-range plan designed to keep Idaho students moving forward during these difficult financial times and beyond.
HISSONG: Vote for experience
Thankfully most of us will never require the services of the Coroner. However for those who do have loved ones who die tragically or under questionable circumstances, the coroner's office plays a key role with law enforcement and the judicial system. There are no politics in play for these families.
LUNA: Model is real-world
The recent KTVB debate between present Idaho Superintendent of Schools Tom Luna and his opponent Stan Olson revealed clear differences in the candidates. Olson appeared a classic elitist academic, while Tom Luna represented the real world businessman in his approach to education. Olson has spent his entire career in academia, whereas Luna was a successful business owner before becoming involved in education at the local, state, and national level.
MARANO: She gets collaboration
I keep hearing that government should be run like a business. I disagree. Government does not have a profit and loss margin. Government is mandated to provide certain services without fail. It seems to me that Government should be run like a non-profit organization. Non-profit organizations utilize strategic plans to reach specific goals with restricted budgets. They don't have a profit margin to cut into when times get tough. They understand that partnerships, efficiency and lack of duplication of services are the only way to survive.
LABRADOR: Time for a change
Because of the present Pelosi/Reid/Obama agenda Democrats are abandoning their party in large numbers. As I talk to Idahoans I see many who no longer support a party, but are determined to vote for the best candidate.
HART: Behavior favors his foe
How much longer are the voters of Legislative District 3 going to put up with disgraceful and insulting behavior of Rep. Phil Hart? This man's flagrant disrespect for the rule of law and now his apparent disrespect of public property is an embarrassment. The people of District 3 and indeed all the people of Idaho deserve better.
NELSON: Because Currie already lost
Rick Currie! Where are you? Didn't you receive far less than 50 percent of the votes in the Republican primary? Didn't this give you some indication that many of us now lack confidence in you?
Legals October. 25, 2010
Notice of Trustee's Sale Idaho Code 45-1506 Today's date: August 23, 2010 File No.: 7777.27185 Sale date and time (local time): January 04, 2011 at 10:00 AM Sale location: in the Veteran's Plaza outside the north entrance of the administrative building, 451 Government Way, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814 Property address: 6832 North Rude Street Dalton Gardens, ID 83815 Successor Trustee: Northwest Trustee Services, Inc., an Idaho Corporation P.O. Box 997 Bellevue, WA 98009 (425) 586-1900 Deed of Trust information Original grantor: Carol A. Sell and Peter J. Sell, wife and husband Original trustee: Susan J. Robinson, Idaho Attorney Original beneficiary: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., solely as nominee for WMC Mortgage Corp. Recording date: January 30, 2006 Recorder's instrument number: 2010543 County: Kootenai Sum owing on the obligation: as of August 23, 2010: $472,967.34 Because of interest, late charges, and other charges that may vary from day to day, the amount due on the day you pay may be greater. Hence, if you pay the amount shown above, an adjustment may be necessary after we receive your check. For further information write or call the Successor Trustee at the address or telephone number provided above. Basis of default: failure to make payments when due. Please take notice that the Successor Trustee will sell at public auction to the highest bidder for certified funds or equivalent the property described above. The property address is identified to comply with IC 60-113 but is not warranted to be correct. The property's legal description is: Lot 9, Block 2, Rude Fourth Addition, according to the Plat recorded in Book F of Plats, Page 20, records of Kootenai County, Idaho. The sale is subject to conditions, rules and procedures as described at the sale and which can be reviewed at www.northwesttrustee.com or USA-Foreclosure.com. The sale is made without representation, warranty or covenant of any kind. (TS# 7777.27185) 1002.97210-FEI Legal 1006 October 4, 11, 18, 25, 2010
Sunday, October 24
LID: Writer flunks subject
Recently an opinion piece titled, "Highways match need, opportunity" by Len Wallace from Post Falls is a good example of making comments about a subject you know nothing about. Unless Mr. Wallace would like to pay the property assessed fees of $200 to $1,600 per property owner within these three districts, he shouldn't be applauding unless he's a relative or a neighbor of one of the highway commissioners.
VETS: Knife program soars
At Fairchild Air Force Base in Washington on Oct. 7, 2010, U.S. Air Force veterans of Iraq and Afghanistan were presented with 66 Buck commemorative knives for their honorable military war service. From October 2009 to October 2010 veterans of the 92nd Air Refueling Wing have received 317 Buck commemorative knives. In addition to the Buck knife, each veteran receives a thank you card and a list of donors.
FDR: It can work again
How the Franklin D. Roosevelt Administration managed through the depression of 1929-1934.
EPA: Campaign misleads public
I'm concerned that the current EPA advertising campaign addressing lead levels and human health issues misleads the public to believe that the EPA's current 90-year, multi-billion dollar plan is going to resolve the human health issues contributed to lead. The EPA plan focuses on capturing the ground water from areas in the eastern part of the valley, diverting the water through extensive culvert systems and treating the water at a water treatment facility in Kellogg.
SCHOOLS: Board deaf to its patrons
I'm not surprised by last Saturday's Coeur d'Alene Press headline "Containing public comment." The Coeur d'Alene School Board is trying to silence public opinion. The new rules imposed for meetings allow the trustees to ignore public concerns without any record of dissent. How convenient the only issues to be discussed will be on an agenda of their choosing.
FIGHT: Proud to be a T-wolf
Thursday night proved to me why I made the right choice in having my son attend Lake City High School. In the closing seconds of the JV football game in Sandpoint a fight broke out on the Sandpoint sidelines when one of our players went out of bounds. Now the part that really shows the class of our school: Our coaches easily kept the players from crossing the field as they wanted to help their fallen player. The players on the field went over and removed all of our players before the coaches could really get there. These actions are not the typical reaction you get from a young man 15-16 years old unless they have been coached and taught discipline and teamwork. Hats off to Coach Troxel and the team he has working for him. I was impressed Thursday night.
CURRIE: Voters spoke; now listen
Rick Currie said he is re-running because the voter turnout was less than 20 percent. His research was a little short, as Precinct 66, the area he supposedly represented, voted him out with more than 35 percent voter turnout.
BUSINESS: Sell us on Idaho, please
We would like to ask your readers about the weather and if indeed Idaho is business friendly. We were "sold" on moving our corporation to Utah but have since had many second, third and fourth thoughts about that move. We are in the process of moving and wherever we end up relocating we will offer some jobs.
CRAMERS: Standing up for homeowners
Kudos to the Cramers. As members in the Carlin Bay Property Owners Assoc. we hope their recent action removes existing cronyism, vague accounting, secret meetings and other unfair management.
HUNTING: Spare graphic images
I have yet to write a letter to the editor at The Press but I read most of them every morning. However, I am writing this morning to show support for Ms. von Hagan's position concerning the photographs of "hunters with their trophies" in the Outdoor Section of The Press last week.
Obama: Consumers lose if financial law repealed
WASHINGTON - President Barack Obama says consumers would lose if Republicans regain power in Congress and try to roll back his hard-won Wall Street overhaul.
Cards win, will host Region 18 volleyball tourney
VOLLEYBALL
Selling, recycling old cell phones
Ask the Propellerheads
Dear PropellerHeads: I just got a call at work from some company wanting to buy old cell phones. Is there a service available for individuals to sell back or recycle old cell phones and other tech trash for cash?
People making a difference
Some 70 volunteers - young and old - help the elderly
COEUR d'ALENE - Sarah Kastning is 18 years old, a young North Idaho College student from Rathdrum.
Infrastructure on whose dime?
U.S. shuns some big public works projects
NEWARK, N.J. - New Jersey's governor wants to kill a $9 billion-plus train tunnel to New York City because of runaway costs. Six thousand miles away, Hawaii's outgoing governor is having second thoughts about a proposed $5.5 billion rail line in Honolulu.
State volleyball pairings
Friday's first-round matchups
State soccer tournaments
At Idaho Falls Soccer Complex
It's bulb digging time
My Garden Path
As I'm writing this, I'm remembering the nasty surprise Mother Nature gave us just a year ago. Starting on Oct. 10, we received three nights of the coldest early freezes ever in Coeur d'Alene. The worst was on Columbus Day, the 12th, when the early morning temperature went down to 15 degrees. The high for that day only reached 40. Another record.
Education via the arts
Area teachers get creative in master's program
SANDPOINT - Lesley University sits on Harvard Square in Cambridge, Mass., shoulder-to-shoulder with its larger and more famous academic neighbor.
The Front Row with MARK NELKE October 24, 2010
If you can't play 'em, then attack 'em
Don't you just love those campaign attack ads on TV?
Cardinal handle Cougars
Tuel, WSU come on strong down stretch
STANFORD, Calif. - In a sign of how far Stanford has come since coach Jim Harbaugh arrived four years ago, a conference win that made the Cardinal bowl eligible was viewed with more disappointment than elation.
Trustee-worthy: Ketchum, Nilson
Christie Wood has served her community graciously and tirelessly. She's spent six years on the North Idaho College Board of Trustees and eight as a trustee with the Coeur d'Alene School Board.
Wendell edges Bonners in title game
TWIN FALLS - Lupe Ruelas, Carlos Sarabia and Eder Macias had goals as the Wendell Trojans defeated the Bonners Ferry Badgers 3-1 in the state 3A boys soccer tournament at the Sunway Soccer Complex in Twin Falls on Saturday.
Memorial ride to raise funds for Brian Williams scholarship
Donations received will benefit NIC's Resort Recreation Management Outdoor Leadership program students
Bike riders who wish to honor the memory of former North Idaho College student Brian Williams are invited to the NIC Edminster Student Union Building at 11 a.m. Saturday to take part in a ride on Canfield Mountain. Donations will fund the Brian Williams Memorial Scholarship for students enrolled in NIC's Resort Recreation Management Outdoor Leadership program.
Foreclosures have impact beyond their neighborhoods
Anyone living in a neighborhood where foreclosed properties proliferate has seen their impact. If you have a home for sale and right down the block is a foreclosure, it can be difficult to sell yours for a fair price. The bank that owns the foreclosure is more interested in getting rid of theirs than getting full market value for it. After all, bank regulators look for cash reserves, not real estate assets, when attempting to determine the health of a bank.
958 miles and turn right
The Linotype
Local photographer and former NIC instructor/administrator Tim Christie sent me a message the other day from mile one of the ALCAN Highway where his GPS told him to "go another 958 miles and then turn right." I think that's the equivalent of "down the road a piece." He was 1,753 miles away and communication was instantaneous. It's still a long way to Tipperary but only in miles.
Paltrow to sing at CMA Awards
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Actress Gwyneth Paltrow will be taking the stage at next month's Country Music Association Awards - as a performer.
Post Falls wins, Lake City comes up short
POST FALLS - New faces, same result for the Post Falls High volleyball team.
Invest in current employees
Your company can have the most sophisticated equipment, the sleekest facilities, the best location and in-demand products, but none of it works without the human touch.
Bulldogs headed back to state
Coach 'miffed' team will open vs. District 6 champ
SANDPOINT - Sam Buratto and Alex Bucholtz hammered 15 kills apiece on the day to lead No. 1 seed Sandpoint to the 4A Region 1 volleyball championship Saturday at Les Rogers Court, earning the Bulldogs the region's lone berth to state next week.
Jobless rate creeps upward
Tough economic times head West after recession
WASHINGTON - A delayed decline in home prices and drops in manufacturing and tourism have caused unemployment in western mountain states to rise faster in the past year than in any other region.
7 fans die in soccer stampede
NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) - Seven fans died in a stampede Saturday while trying to enter a stadium where a soccer match between two of Kenya's most popular teams was being played, the Kenya Red Cross said.
Cuba gives details on new tax system
Goal is to convert state workers into self-employed businesspeople
HAVANA - Cuba has laid out details of a sweeping tax system for the newly self-employed - a crucial step in the socialist state's plan to convert hundreds of thousands of state workers into self-employed businesspeople.
Giants eliminate Phillies for pennant
San Francisco hosts Texas in Game 1 of World Series on Wednesday
PHILADELPHIA - No one can say the San Francisco Giants took the easy path to the World Series.
Stocks end higher for 3rd straight week
NEW YORK - The Dow Jones industrial average rose for a third straight week, capping a two-month period in which the index has ended 7 out of 8 weeks higher than where it started.
US national swimmer dies in overseas race
Several competitors treated for heat exhaustion
PHILADELPHIA - Fran Crippen, a medal-winning open-water swimmer on the U.S. national team, told his coach he wasn't feeling well late in a race before he died in the United Arab Emirates on Saturday.
'Hard way to lose'
Sandpoint falls 3-2 to Bishop Kelly in penalty kicks in title game
COEUR d’ALENE — For the first 100 minutes of the state 4A girls soccer championship, two of the best teams in the state essentially neutralized each other, as every ball was challenged and every yard of the pitch hard-earned.
Idaho strikes early
Vandals score 31 in first half en route to 37-14 triumph
MOSCOW - Idaho's Vandals returned to the Kibbie Dome for the first time in a month and used the momentum of the return home for a 37-14 homecoming victory over New Mexico State on Saturday before 13,812 at the Kibbie Dome.
Why your kitchen is killing you
Household cleaners still send kids to the ER - and have been linked to breast cancer.
Lake City boys capture district swimming title
COEUR d’ALENE — Lake City senior Kjirsten Magnuson broke her own state record in the 50-yard freestyle with a time of 23.47 seconds in the District 1 swim meet on Saturday at the Kroc Center.
Community Thanks October 24, 2010
AUCTION: Funds go to communities
Elizabeth Turley: From fired to fabulous
IN PERSON
SANDPOINT - Talk about landing on your feet. Less than two years ago, Elizabeth Turley sat stunned by the news that her job as director of marketing and brand management for Coldwater Creek was being cut at a time when downsizing was sweeping through the business world.
Currencies center stage as G20 gets under way
Gathering amid concerns of another economic downturn
GYEONGJU, South Korea - Japan warned Friday that the global economy will lose if countries compete to devalue their currencies, as top finance officials from the world's leading economies gathered for two days of talks they hope will defuse growing tensions over exchange rates.
Frustration with GOP leader despite expected gains
WASHINGTON - In the most favorable political environment for Republicans in decades, GOP chairman Michael Steele ordinarily might be lavished with praise for leading his party to the brink of a historic triumph.
Health insurers help GOP after dalliance with Democrats
WASHINGTON - Health insurers flirted with Democrats, supported them with money and got what they wanted: a federal mandate that most Americans carry health care coverage. Now they're backing Republicans, hoping a GOP Congress will mean friendlier regulations.
Otter accidentally crashes wedding
JEROME (AP) - Idaho Gov. Butch Otter accidentally became the state's highest ranking wedding crasher during a campaign stop.
Coast Guard checks discolored water in gulf
NEW ORLEANS (AP) - The Coast Guard said Saturday that an area of discolored water near a Mississippi River pass south of New Orleans appears to be an algae bloom, but another spot 10 miles away could be oil.
Handful take their shot at carving pumpkins under water
COEUR d'ALENE - In case you've ever wondered, pumpkins float. They bob like champagne corks, actually.
Google tightening privacy leash on its employees
SAN FRANCISCO - Google Inc. is tightening its privacy leash on employees in an effort to ensure they don't intrude on people while the Internet search leader collects and stores information about its users.
Top job pairs fed critic, conflict mediator
BOISE - In Boise's downtown, Gov. Butch Otter stared down a bank of TV cameras and tore down Washington, D.C. Wolves were the target of his ire this time, but it could easily have been health care reform or wilderness or the U.S. Forest Service.
Cholera outbreak creeps closer to Haiti's capital
PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti - A spreading cholera outbreak in rural Haiti threatened to outpace aid groups as they stepped up efforts Saturday hoping to keep the disease from reaching the squalid camps of earthquake survivors in Port-au-Prince.
Toyota recalling 1.5M cars as woes go on
DETROIT - Just when Toyota thought its safety problems were over, they flare up all over again.
Clearing the air in Ireland
DUBLIN (AP) - Ireland's recession has brought joblessness, bankruptcy and poverty - and cleaned up the air.
Miracle in the Gulf
Corals in oil spill zone appear healthy
ON THE FLOOR OF THE GULF OF MEXICO - Just 20 miles north of where BP's blown-out well spewed millions of gallons of oil into the sea, life appears bountiful despite initial fears that crude could have wiped out many of these delicate deepwater habitats.
St. Maries romps to title
Timberlake battles back, claims second berth to state
RATHDRUM - They took two different routes, but there's one destination for the St. Maries and Timberlake volleyball teams: the state 3A tournament.
'Jersey Shore' cast down for another season
LOS ANGELES - Mix up another batch of Ron Ron Juice.
Saturday, October 23
Cardinals earn draw
COEUR d'ALENE - North Idaho College's Alex Olmos made two saves and the Cardinals played to a scoreless draw with Community Colleges of Spokane in nonconference men's college soccer action Friday.
New consignment shop offers maternity clothes, kids' items
POST FALLS - When Stephanie Brodwater's son started kindergarten this fall, she felt the need to find work.
Two hospitalized after U.S. 95 crash
WORLEY - Two people were transported to Kootenai Medical Center on Thursday night after a crash near the Coeur d'Alene Casino that reduced U.S. 95 to one lane of travel northbound for about three hours.
500,000 Honda models involved in recall alert
WASHINGTON (AP) - Honda said Friday nearly a half-million sedans and minivans in the United States were involved in this week's recall to fix brake fluid leaks.
Burned California mall hopes to reopen for holidays
ROSEVILLE, Calif. (AP) - Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger declared a state of emergency in a Sacramento suburb Friday after part of a regional mall was consumed by an arson fire that collapsed portions of the roof, destroyed 20 stores and caused at least $6.5 million in damage.
Arm yourself with information
Workshop on homeowners associations is scheduled Wednesday
A workshop on homeowners associations is coming up next week.
Working together is better
Sheriff's office, tribe sign law enforcement pact
COEUR d'ALENE - More teamwork.
About the shrinking U.S. dollar
A newspaper clipping from the July 17, 1936 Spokesman-Review contains a photograph of a gold nugget from the Murray, Idaho "Beehive" claims, valued at $544. The nugget weighed 20-3/16th ounces, of which 15.54 ounces were gold.
Early fall grass rejuvenation from summer wear and tear
As summer winds down, heat and drought may have left your grass a little tired. Soccer, picnics and chasing fireflies have likely taken a toll. Luckily, because of cooler temperatures and an increase in precipitation, fall is the best time for lawn rescue.
The Front Row with JASON ELLIOTT October 23, 2010
A bounce going the right way
If I've learned one thing in the past two weeks, it's that the ball can take a funny bounce when you least expect it.
Tigers in command with win
SPIRIT LAKE - Christian Heth had 21 carries for 133 yards as the Timberlake Tigers put themselves in the driver's seat for the Intermountain League title with a 21-6 win over Bonners Ferry on Friday night at Van Tuinstra Memorial Field.
Playoff bound
Vikings clinch postseason berth; Trojans’ playoff hopes dashed
POST FALLS - The start wasn't bad. The finish was even better for the Coeur d'Alene Vikings.
Timberwolves win in tuneup for Viks
COEUR d'ALENE - With the nonleague schedule now complete, the Lake City Timberwolves can turn their attention to their cross-town rivals next week at Viking Stadium.
Killing us softly with ringtones?
Local author Gittleman addresses electro-magnetic fields in book
COEUR d'ALENE - It's a look at the darker side of technology.
Vandals look to rebound
Idaho coach Robb Akey says he doesn’t know what a “must-win” game is.
Cholera epidemic spreads in Haiti
Nearly 200 confirmed dead
ST. MARC, Haiti - A cholera epidemic spread in central Haiti on Friday as aid groups rushed doctors and supplies to fight the country's worst health crisis since January's earthquake. Nearly 200 deaths had been confirmed and more than 2,000 people were ill.
LCDC details $9 million in Ed Corridor work
COEUR d'ALENE - The numbers, though estimates, have been tallied.
Rangers finish Yanks in 6
Texas headed to first World Series
ARLINGTON, Texas - Nelson Cruz rocketed a drive deep into the Texas night, and soon it was time for the Rangers to really go wild - and straight to their first World Series.
Records October 23, 2010
DIVORCES FILED
Lake City falls in semifinals
Timberlake girls lose in semis; Cd'A boys bounce back with win; Lake City girls ousted
IDAHO FALLS - Jacob Reimers scored in the 65th minute for the Borah Lions of Boise to put them into the state 5A boys soccer championship match with a 3-2 win over the Lake City Timberwolves on Friday at the Idaho Falls Soccer Complex.
Movers & Shakers October 23, 2010
Colvin Group relocates in Worley
Silencing the hatred
Throngs of counter-protestors provide peaceful reply to Westboro Church
COEUR d'ALENE - All you need is love.
NPR gets earful on Williams firing
WASHINGTON (AP) - NPR and its public radio stations around the country got an earful from listeners and angry citizens in the middle of pledge season Friday over its firing of commentator Juan Williams, receiving thousands of complaints and scattered threats to withhold donations.
Cage calls for united fight against crime
VIENNA - Oscar-winning actor Nicolas Cage said Thursday that nations must work together in the battle against organized crime.
Bodyboarder dies at Surf Beach
Officials still trying to determine breed of shark in attack
LOS ANGELES - A bodyboarder killed by a shark at a Central California beach cried out to his friend for help as the shark flashed out of the water, bit into his leg and pulled him under in a tide of blood, the friend said Friday.
Human rights activists declare 'victory' at rally
COEUR d'ALENE - Throngs of students, local residents and community leaders filled the main room and hall of the Human Rights Education Institute Friday.
Working toward optimism
jobless rate drops ever-so-slightly in Cd'A
COEUR d'ALENE - According to preliminary statistics from the Idaho Department of Labor, unemployment in the Coeur d'Alene metro area dropped one-tenth of a percentage point last month, falling from 10.7 percent in August to 10.6 percent in September.
Stanford understands WSU's woes
STANFORD, Calif. (AP) - Having navigated through the toughest portion of its schedule leading into a week off, Stanford opens the second half of the season with a far easier test.
Polyantha is a rose that keeps on giving
There's a rose that week after week, since spring, has been decked out in pretty pink blossoms. Even going into fall, the plant is covered with hopeful flower buds, many of which are prodded open on balmy days.
Legals October. 23, 2010
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE On January 31, 2011, at the hour of 11:00 a.m. at the office of Norman L. Gissel, Attorney at Law, 1424 E. Sherman Avenue, Suite 200A, Coeur d'Alene, Idaho 83814, NORMAN L. GISSEL, a member of the Idaho State Bar, as Successor Trustee, will sell at public auction to the highest bidder, for cash, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, the following described real property situated in the County of Kootenai, State of Idaho, and described as follows: LOTS 9-11, BLOCK 3, CRIMSON KING ESTATES, ACCORDING TOT HE PLAT RECORDED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER IN BOOK ?J" OF PLATS AT PAGES 377, RECORDS OF KOOTENAI COUNTY, STATE OF IDAHO, The following addresses have been known to be associated with said lots, 4339 E. Seneca Court, 4318 E. Seneca Court, 923 N. Harlequin Dr., Post Falls, Idaho 83854 Further information concerning the location of the real property can be obtained from the Successor Trustee, Norman L. Gissel, Attorney at Law, 1424 Sherman Avenue, Suite 200A, Coeur d'Alene, Idaho 83814, (208) 664-4912. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty regarding title, possession or encumbrance to satisfy the obligations secured by, and pursuant to the power of sale conferred in, the Deed of Trust executed by Crimson King Estates, LLC, as Grantor to First American Title Company as Trustee for the benefit and security of Charles A. Anderson and MARY Lynn Anderson, Husband and Wife, as beneficiary recorded on October 20, 2006 as instrument number 2062342000 records of Kootenai County, Idaho. THE GRANTOR NAMED HEREIN ARE LISTED TO COMPLY WITH SECTION 45-1506(4)(a) OF THE IDAHO CODE. No representation is made whether or not they are currently responsible for the obligation listed herein. Appointment of Successor Trustee was recorded on September 21, 2010 as instrument no. 2282549000, Records of Kootenai County, Idaho wherein Norman L. Gissel was appointed as Successor Trustee. The default for which this sale is to be made is the failure to pay sums due under a Promissory Note of even date with and secured by the above mentioned Deed of Trust and failure to comply with the terms of said Deed of Trust as follows: 1. Failure to make the monthly payments of $2,956.88 due for the months of January, 2007 through and including the month of September, 2010 for a delinquency in the amount of ONE HUNDRED THIRTY THREE THOUSAND FIFTY NINE AND 60/100 ($133,059.60) DOLLARS pursuant to the Promissory Note dated October 13, 2006. together with any other disbursements, costs, fees or expenses incurred or paid by the Beneficiary and/or Trustee associated with this Notice of Default and/or this foreclosure as provided by the Deed of Trust, the Promissory Note, or Idaho law. The Beneficiary has declared the entire principal and accrued interest due and payable in full. The principal balance owing as of this date on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is TWO HUNDRED FORTY NINE THOUSAND AND NO/100 ($249,000.00) DOLLARS plus interest continuing at the rate of Prime Interest Rate being charged by Panhandle State Band plus 6% per annum from October 13, 2006, together with late charges, service charges and any other disbursements, costs, fees or expenses incurred or paid by the Beneficiary and/or Trustee associated with this foreclosure as provided by the Deed of Trust or Promissory Note, or by Idaho law. The total amount due pursuant to said promissory Note as of September 22, 2010 is THREE HUNDRED FIFTY FOUR THOUSAND SEVEN HUNDRED NINETY NINE AND 07/100 ($354,799.07) DOLLARS EXCLUSIVE OF ALL DELINQUENT TAXES, AND ANY INTEREST OR PENALTIES THEREON. All delinquencies are now due in full together with all late charged, advances to protect the security and fees and costs associated with this foreclosure sale. The amount due at the deed of trust foreclosure sale may vary from the above stated sums due to interest charges and other fees due and owing. DATED this 22 day of September, 2010. ____________________________ NORMAN L. GISSEL Successor Trustee Legal 0993 October 2, 9, 16, 23, 2010
Friday, October 22
Homesteading presentation set for Thursday
COEUR d'ALENE - Poet and author Philip Burgess will tell a story of Western settlement in his presentation "Penny Post Cards - Homesteading Women," Thursday, Oct. 28, at 7 p.m. in the Community Room at the Coeur d'Alene Public Library, 702 E. Front Ave.
Angels Over Sandpoint
Group raises funds to help area families
SANDPOINT - One of the first questions people ask about a work of art is, "What does it mean?" In general, the artist who created the piece is the last person you'd want to go to for an answer.
Stage show benefits animals
Weekend event being offered by humane society
COEUR d'ALENE - Fiddling for felines, dancing for the dogs, but humans are invited too.
Man robs Rathdrum bank
Bomb threat at area school made just before crime
COEUR d'ALENE - A Rathdrum bank was robbed shortly before noon on Thursday by an armed assailant wearing a ski mask who fled the scene with an undisclosed amount of cash.
This aquifer is edible
Atlas Elementary students learn where our water comes from
COEUR d'ALENE - How do you impress upon second-graders the importance of protecting our region's drinking water source?
Movers and Shakers Oct. 22, 2010
Ellement Hair & Nail Salon opens in Post Falls
Post Falls man upset by scam
COEUR d'ALENE - Jack Clay didn't mind when the two teenage girls approached him in a store parking lot recently, said their car was out of gas and asked for money.
The Front Row with TOM HASSLINGER Oct. 22, 2010
Zag fans, get ready for same ol' ending
It’s my favorite time of the year.
Shakespeare in six weeks
Troupe de Wolfe Productions to perform 'Twelfth Night'
COEUR d'ALENE - In preparing to put on Shakespeare's "Twelfth Night" with students at Lake City High School, Sandra Seaton faced two challenges:
Cash donations can keep this tradition strong
This year is number 12 for Michael and Vickie Hillicoss.
Records Oct. 22, 2010
ANNULMENT FILED
Obama stumps in Seattle
SEATTLE - In a last-ditch effort to prevent electoral disaster, President Barack Obama and Democratic allies are vigorously wooing women voters, whose usually reliable support appears to have softened.
Ewing sparks No. 6 NIC
COEUR d’ALENE — Freshman Sabrina Ewing, a Coeur d’Alene Charter Academy graduate, had eight kills for the sixth-ranked North Idaho Cardinals in a 25-7, 25-10, 25-14 win over Colorado Northwestern in a Scenic West Athletic Conference volleyball match Thursday night at Christianson Gym.
Summer Theatre to present 'Plaid Tidings'
Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre presents "Plaid Tidings," the holiday sequel to Forever Plaid, for three performances only: Dec. 17, 18 at 7:30 p.m. and Dec. 19 at 2 p.m. at Schuler Auditorium in Boswell Hall at North Idaho College.
Critchfield guilty on two counts
Jury finds him not guilty on four counts; made no decision on three
COEUR d'ALENE - Robert Del Critchfield was convicted on Thursday of child molestation for fondling two girls more than two years ago at his former home in Coeur d'Alene Place.
Must-win for Trojans tonight
Post Falls has no margin for error tonight — beat Coeur d’Alene, or its playoff hopes are dashed.
Cd'A man reports theft of chainsaw
COEUR d'ALENE - It's not always a good idea to loan out your tools to neighbors, because sometimes, you don't get them back.
Cd'A schools, listen closely
Coeur d'Alene School District is again facing constituent challenges.
Cd'A boys run away at regionals
LEWISTON — Coeur d’Alene had seven of the top 10 placers to run away with the boys 5A Region 1 championship, while the Vikings girls won their first regional title since 2006 at Hells Gate State Park on Thursday.
Lake City boys win in shootout
Coeur d’Alene boys, Lake City girls lose; Timberlake girls win
IDAHO FALLS — Donald Osborne-Moss connected on the fifth penalty kick to lift the Lake City Timberwolves past the Timberline Wolves of Boise 1-0 in the opening round of the state 5A boys soccer tournament Thursday at the Idaho Falls Soccer Complex.
Theater presents the magic and memories Lawrence Welk
WALLACE - The Sixth Street Theater's upcoming original production "Wunnerful! Wunnerful!" revisits the magic and memories of "The Lawrence Welk Show.," a musical variety show that was on national television from 1955-1971.
China trip gets mixed reviews
They mingled with natives and toured ancient landmarks.
LC, Post Falls triumph
LEWISTON — Jennifer Schuman had 21 kills for the third-seeded Lake City Timberwolves in a 25-19, 25-22, 19-25, 18-25, 15-13 win over the second-seeded Lewiston Bengals at Booth Hall in the first round of the 5A Region 1 tournament Thursday night.
Clashes, protests in France over pensions
PARIS (AP) - Police used tear gas and a water cannon against rampaging youth in Lyon on Thursday while the French government showed its muscle in parliament, short-circuiting tense Senate debate on a bill raising the retirement age to 62.
Entertainment Briefs October 22, 2010
Elton John says America needs more compassion
Golden Spike Estates featured on national TV
Residents celebrate Hallmark Channel segment on community
RATHDRUM - Golden Spike Estates residents woke up to their own backyards being featured on national TV on Thursday morning.
Allan D. Braaten, 58
Allan D. Braaten, 58, passed away after a very courageous battle with cancer, on Oct. 19, 2010. He was born in Rhame, N.D., on Sept. 19, 1952, to Kenneth and Eunice Braaten. He was raised on the family farm in Rhame and graduated from Rhame High School in 1970.
Zag fans, get ready for same ol' ending
It's my favorite time of the year. Another season of Gonzaga hoops is on the horizon.
Unwanted: Word from the public
Our School District 271 Board is operating at its Machiavellian best, silencing opposition voices in a manner befitting the Soviet Politburo.
Crash closes U.S. 95 for 3 hours
WORLEY — Two people were transported to Kootenai Medical Center on Thursday night after a crash near the Coeur d'Alene Casino that reduced U.S. 95 to one lane of travel northbound for about three hours.
LABRADOR: He's vital to our nation
I'm urgently exhorting my fellow Idahoans to vote true conservative, Raul Labrador, to the U.S. House of Representatives. Never before in our country's history has our freedom been under such great siege! Our very liberty and way of life are at stake!
WILKEY: Closing the back door
I sense there are several obvious and major shortcomings that exist with the Democratic candidate running for Kootenai County Coroner. Instead, I'll focus with respect and appreciation, regarding the recent advice offered by Dr. Robert West to our community, and rely upon its importance come Nov. 2.
HISSONG: She has experience
On Nov. 2 Jodi DeLuca Hissong is running for Kootenai County Coroner and we as citizens of the county have the opportunity to elevate a hard-working, professional and long-serving Deputy Coroner to a position she is more than qualified to hold.
OTTER: In tune with N. Idaho
Where is Keith Allred? The last time I checked, the position of Governor is a statewide office. Here it is mid-October, and Keith Allred, the lobbyist from Boise, has visited the Coeur d'Alene area two, maybe three times.
SIMS: Research indicates winner
Regarding District 4-B, State Representative candidates Kathy Sims and Paula Marano, rather than rely on hearsay, I decided to visit their websites to read what they say about themselves, relevant experience and actual results.
NILSON: Will serve NIC well
First I would like to remind everyone to Vote on Nov. 2. Additionally, I would like to inform the voters how important the local race of NIC Board of Trustees affects all us more than we might realize.
WOOD: Best for NIC, community
Governing North Idaho College requires a board of trustees that understands the entire mission of the college and the diverse needs of their community. North Idaho College is committed to student success, teaching excellence, and lifelong learning. As a comprehensive community college, this 77-year-old institution provides opportunities for a wide spectrum of students. In addition, North Idaho College promotes and houses countless cultural, civic and athletic activities, for the benefit of our entire area.
MARANO: Will help our schools
I write to express my unqualified support for Paula Marano to fill the important position of retiring Rep. George Sayler, District 4, Seat B in the Idaho legislature. Paula has the experience as a wife, mother and teacher to bring to the legislature and frankly, any time we can send another thoughtful, intelligent honest and apolitical adult voice into the discussions in Boise, we are advancing.
TESH: House became home
On behalf of the clients, Board of Directors, and staff of TESH, I want to express our heartfelt appreciation for your participation in the "House to Home Community" project presented by FOX 28. The Coeur d'Alene Press' contribution of news coverage and articles helped make the project a great success.
NELSON: She won't face voters
I have watched with great interest the unpeeling of the Jai Nelson onion, and wondered when she would respond face-to-face with the public's concerns and questions, especially those of us living in a rural community. According to Ms. Nelson herself she apparently has no intention of facing the voters and hides behind lame excuses and the Republican Party protection of support.
COLA: Shame on the nation
An open letter to Our Representatives: So, no COLA adjustment for Social Security recipients again. What are you people thinking? When I wrote to you of my concerns last year about this same issue you told me that well, Congress didn't get one either. Just so you know, there is a difference between not getting a COLA adjustment for someone making a six-figure salary and someone making $650 a month not getting a COLA adjustment.
FILM: It has a bright future
It is interesting to note that the United States Department of Labor is projected that wage and salary employment in the motion picture and video industries will grow 14 percent between 2008 and 2018, compared with 11 percent projected growth for wage and salary employment in all industries combined. I have recommended to John Martin and Jay Lee of North Idaho College to add additional classes for film and media. I have suggested to Ron Nilson to inclusion of film and media courses at the proposed Kootenai Technical Education Campus. Film and Media would be excellent to enhance our economic diversity and employment opportunities.
DAYLIGHT: Poll would enlighten
I have talked to quite a few people about Daylight Savings Time and all agree. Sandpoint and Bonners Ferry would like it to remain the way it is now and not change. In North Idaho I live alone and it gets so early and makes the evening so long it's hard to take. The school bus comes by in total darkness; the children go to sleep on the bus and I'm sure that they are very groggy in school that early in the morning.
CHINA: Stories did hit home
Oh, come on now, Patricia Muehlman, lighten up about the China reporting. For many people this is as close to going to China that they will ever experience, and I for one enjoy a few minutes in the day to transport myself and see things through the eyes of local people and imagine I am right there with them. Their colorful commentary is very refreshing.
WOLVES: Otter has right idea
I applaud Gov. Otter's decision to not waste state resources on state wolf management that doesn't provide for population control. Without the public hunt option, which the wolf advocacy will never allow, what choice is there but to "throw our hands up in the air and walk away from the wolf issue" as the lawyer from Earthjustice so conveniently puts it.
MINNICK: The Idaho chameleon
The fall season is upon us and the trees are not the only things changing colors. Idaho's First District Representative, Walt Minnick, is showing us that depending upon his constituents, his colors change as well.
THANKS: Boys come to rescue
We would like to express our appreciation for the help of two young men on Sept. 29 on the Mineral Ridge Scenic Trail in Coeur d'Alene. We were hiking on the trail and met three young people at the top and visited with them for a few minutes. They went ahead of us on the trail and when it was getting dark and we were not in the parking lot, Everett Cole (an Eagle Scout) and Myles Weaver came back up the trail to check on how we were doing.
HART: Repayment comes up short
Sorry, Phil Hart, your making a partial payment on a 15-year-old debt is too little too late. I still won't vote for you even though you are the only name on the ballot just as a show of protest. You may be making back payments on the federal and state liens for refusing to pay your share of income taxes over the years, but everything you say still sounds like you are not sincere about it.
BUS: Standing up with Marie
I almost cried when I read about Marie Rippetoe's experience aboard the Citilink last Thursday evening. I also felt pride in her determination to stand up for herself and her safety.
RICH: Wealthiest shoulder tax burden
Dear Mr. Cameron, in response to your letter printed Oct. 15, I have to say this; before you go on saying that the "rich people" should start paying their fair share of taxes, and that the "more common man" should get all of the tax breaks, know this; the top 10 percent of wealthiest Americans already pay half of our nation's total tax revenue, and that the lower half of all Americans don't pay any taxes. So, if we are going to reduce our spending, (like we should), then why shouldn't the so-called "rich class" get a tax break? (By the way, I am NOT a rich person.)
WESTBORO: Baptist? No, blasphemous
The misguided followers of Fred Phelps and Westboro [Baptist] Church are scheduled to promulgate their erroneous doctrine at selected schools in Coeur d'Alene today. Such individuals could not remotely know or understand Biblical Christianity, let alone its Founder: Jesus Christ. Fred Phelps and his agitators are not representative of the true New Testament church, which was purposefully designed by God to be a conduit of the "good news."
Legals October. 22, 2010
NOTICE OF HEARING ON NAME CHANGE A Petition to change the name of Sharon E. Morton-Carr, born 11-1-1950, in Fort Benning, GA, residing at 1247 W. Staples Dr., Post Falls, has been filed in Kootenai County District Court, Idaho. The name will change to Sharon Elizabeth Carr, I want to change my name because I need a court order to change my driver's license name (Sharon E. Morton-Carr) to match my social security card (Sharon E. Carr) so I can qualify for unemployment benefits. I also want to make certain there are no ?name" issues when collecting social security benefits upon my retirement. The petitioner's father has dies and she has no living relatives on her father's side. The petitioner's mother has died and the names and addresses of her closest blood relatives are: Charles F. Whitaker at 307 Stonewall Dr. Jacksonville, Arkansas 72076 Paul Steven Morton Miner's Loop, CDA, ID 83815 A hearing on the petition is scheduled for 9:00 AM on 11-8-2010, at the County Courthouse. Objections may be filed by any person who can show the court a good reason against the name change. Date: 9-21-2010. By:________________________ Deputy Clerk Legal 0978 October 1, 8, 15, 22, 2010
Thursday, October 21
NIC trustee forum Monday
Questions sought for event
POST FALLS - A forum featuring four candidates for North Idaho College's board of trustees will be held on Monday at Post Falls City Hall, 408 N. Spokane St., from 6-7:30 p.m.
Man sustains injuries in crash
BONNERS FERRY - An engine-powered parachute piloted by a Bonner County man crashed in Boundary County about 11 a.m. Tuesday.
Northwest Notes October 21, 2010
NIC women's basketball
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Enaville station staying busy
ENAVILLE - Sitting alongside the tranquil North Fork of the Coeur d'Alene River, Idaho Fish and Game's check station at Enaville is a nice place to work.
Fun runs on tap
A pair of Halloween-themed fun runs are coming up in Coeur d'Alene.
Their business is up and down
Bounce
POST FALLS - A new kind of entertainment is waiting for kids at the old Hollywood Video in Post Falls.
A step in the right direction
'In Her Shoes' event raises awareness of domestic violence
COEUR d'ALENE - They walked the walk.
Abraham makes us a family
A grassroots movement of citizens from North America, Asia, Africa and Europe has organized what they hope is the first annual Global Oneness Day on Oct 24. They hope to bring people together as "one human family." Their spiritually focused message is that we are all interrelated and interdependent, and that until this commonality is uniformly accepted, wars and other atrocities will continue. Historically speaking, the notion of spiritual "family" isn't far off. While they have their differences, the western world's three major religions are all Abrahamic; Judaism, Christianity and Islam (in historical order) all link their inextricably entwined lineages to Abraham. All are monotheistic, all share Jerusalem as a holy city, all believe God guides through prophets, and all the founding peoples - yes, all - share Semitic origin. Many of the stories are the same in the Old Testament and Qu'uran (the great flood, Isaac's sacrifice, etc.).
Carroll has Seahawks offense taking on look of Southern Cal
RENTON, Wash. - When Pete Carroll's offense at Southern California was clicking at a record rate, there was a set schematic makeup behind its efficiency.
Farmers defend spuds
Feds consider limiting potatoes offered to kids
GLEED, Wash. - Potato growers are fighting back against efforts to ban or limit potatoes in federal child nutrition programs, arguing the tuber is loaded with potassium and vitamin C and shouldn't be considered junk food.
Pulaski Trail renovations done
WALLACE - It took eight years, but in that time the Pulaski Trail has undergone renovations that have transformed it from a neglected, washed out trail to the historical, national landmark commemorating the 1910 Fire it is today.
World's fastest train a thrill ride for Idahoans
SHANGHAI - The doors to the train opened, and the crowd pushed in hungrily.
Crystal Cathedral on brink of bankruptcy
GARDEN GROVE, Calif. - Capitalizing on the emerging car culture of Southern California in the 1950s, the Rev. Robert H. Schuller started a drive-in church and built it into an international televangelist empire, symbolized by the soaring glass Crystal Cathedral and its weekly "Hour of Power" show.
Residents blast EPA plan
WALLACE - Wallace Mayor Dick Vester stood, marking the start of a meeting that will forever be remembered in Silver Valley history. In Vester's recollection, Wednesday night's town hall meeting to address the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) proposed Record of Decision (ROD) amendment is the first gathering of all seven Silver Valley mayors.
Voting early, often
County has mailed 9,500 requested absentee ballots
The general election is off to a running start with voting interest.
Records October 21, 2010
ANNULMENT FILED
Akey, Vandals address defensive woes
The Idaho Vandals are without one of their starting cornerbacks for the rest of the season.
Wild game stolen during burglary
Quartered elk, moose carted off
POST FALLS - This wasn't about filling just one chest freezer full of wild game meat, but others as well.
Sexual abuse case goes to jury
Deliberations scheduled to resume at 9 a.m. today
COEUR d'ALENE - A Kootenai County District Court jury of six men and six women on Wednesday began deliberating in the Robert "Bob" Critchfield trial, following more than six-and-a-half days of testimony and argument.
Shooting STAR?
Youth science center draws opposition
RATHDRUM - It's a little like putting the cart before the horse, but in this case, it's the shovel in the dirt before the permit.
Bosley of 'Happy Days' dies
LOS ANGELES - It was a constant in American television for more than a decade: Viewers could turn on their TVs and find Howard Cunningham in his armchair, reading the newspaper and providing a fatherly voice of reason to young Richie Cunningham and his friends on "Happy Days."
The Front Row with MARK NELKE October 21, 2010
Reflecting on a 'great time' at Lakeland
When Claudia Ebel got into the coaching profession at Lakeland High in 1978, she never envisioned still doing it more than three decades later.
Local Briefs October 21, 2010
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No One Shall Die Alone needs volunteers
No One Shall Die Alone, an ecumenical ministry dedicated to serving the dying in our community, needs volunteers.
One in a million
Winning lottery ticket recently sold in Post Falls
POST FALLS - And the $1 million winner from Tuesday's Mega Millions lottery draw who bought a ticket in Post Falls is ...
Poll: Voters like GOP
Signs point to huge Republican victories
WASHINGTON (AP) - All signs point to huge Republican victories in two weeks, with the GOP now leading Democrats on virtually every measure in an Associated Press-GfK poll of people likely to vote in the first major elections of Barack Obama's presidency.
Roy Madison Weaver, 91
Roy Madison Weaver was born in Bickleton, Wash., July 19, 1919. Roy passed away Oct. 16, 2010. It was sudden and unexpected. Roy grew up on a farm and at 19 decided he didn't want to be a farmer. In 1938 he joined the U.S. Marine Corps and was stationed at MCRD, San Diego. In 1940 he volunteered to go to the Philippines for adventures in a foreign land. He was there in 1941 when WWII started. He was first sent to Bataan and then Corregidor where he was captured by the Japanese in May 1942.
George F. Hudson, 86
George F. Hudson, 86, passed away at his home on Oct. 19, 2010, of lung cancer with both his daughters Georgia Henry and Nina Goddard were by his side.
Floydean Caddy, 82
Floydean Caddy, lifelong Kellogg resident, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2010, at Shoshone Medical Center at the age of 82. A devoted and loving Mother and Grandmother, family was always her first priority. She was truly an inspiration to her entire family. Her loving heart and unconditional love was felt by everyone she touched.
Timothy Strobel, 46
Timothy Dean Strobel (Tim), 46, of Rathdrum, passed on Oct. 17, 2010. Tim was born in Coeur d'Alene on June 11, 1964, to Willy and Jerry Strobel.
NIC gearing up for Westboro visit
Due to the expected visit from members of the Westboro Baptist Church
Legals October. 21, 2010
Holger Uhl, ISB #4563 McCarthy & Hothus, LLP 19735 10th Avenue, NE, Suite N200 Poulsbo, WA 98370 (206) 319-9100 Fax (206) 780-6862 huhl@MccarthyHothus.com IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF THE STATE OF IDAHO, IN AND FOR KOOTENAI COUNTY Case No. CV-2010-0006969 SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION JP Morgan Chase Bank, National Association Plaintiff, vs. GLORIA M. COONTZ; IDAHO DEPARTMENT OF WELFARE; ANY HEIRS, LEGATEES AND DEVISEES; UNKNOWN PARTIES IN POSSESSION; OR CLAIMING A RIGHT TO POSSESSION TOT HE PROPERTY KNOWN AS 28175 N. BOHN ROAD, ATHOL, IDAHO 83801, and UNKNOWN OCCUPANTS; and DOES 1-10 INCLUSIVE, Defendants. To: GLORIA M. COONTZ, ANY UNKNOWN SPOUSE, UNKNOWN HEIRS, LEGATEES AND DEVISEES; UNKNOWN PARTIES IN POSSESSION; OR CLAIMING A RIGHT TO POSSESSION, and UNKNOWN OCCUPANTS. You have been sued by JP Morgan Chase Bank, National Association. The nature of the claim against you is a Judicial Foreclosure. Any time after 20 days following the last publication of this summons, the court may enter a judgment against you without further notice, unless prior to that time you have filed a written response in the proper form, including the Case No., and paid any required filing fee to the Clerk of the Court at: P.O. Box 9000, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83816, and served a copy of your response on the Plaintiff's attorney at Holger Uhl, 19735 10th Avenue NE, Suite N200, Poulsbo, WA 98370, (206) 319-9100. A copy of the Summons and Complaint can be obtained by contacting either the Clerk of the Court or the attorney for Plaintiff. If you wish legal assistance, you should immediately retain an attorney to advise you in this matter. Dated: September 14, 2010 KOOTENAI County District Court By Brittani Lisonbee, Deputy Clerk Legal 0945 September 30, 2010 October 7, 14, 21, 2010
Wednesday, October 20
Critchfield takes stand in defense
Girls the problem, not him, he says
COEUR d'ALENE - Facing the possibility of spending up to life in prison if found guilty of one or more of the felony charges against him, Robert "Bob" Critchfield testified on his own behalf Tuesday.
Chocolate vs. Obesity
Can it really be that chocolate can help you lose weight? Well it's not just ordinary chocolate, but for Keith Allen of Coeur d Alene and 49 others across the country, they proved that by harnessing the power of chocolate you can lose weight and feel great while doing it. Keith himself lost just over 50 pounds and reduced his waist circumference by nine inches. He did it over the course of 90 days last summer.
School cafeterias to try psychology in lunch line
Healthy Lifestyles
Hide the chocolate milk behind the plain milk. Get those apples and oranges out of stainless steel bins and into pretty baskets. Cash only for desserts.
Lake City girls go from fourth to state
Coeur d'Alene boys making fifth straight trip; tourneys start Thursday
Two weeks ago, the Lake City Timberwolves girls soccer team was looking up from fourth place in the 5A Inland Empire League standings.
New technology...more ways to help us to help you
So you don't have pain? You don't have any symptoms that are screaming at you that something may be wrong inside your body? Is it still necessary for you to do whatever you can to take good care of your body so you can live a healthy, vibrant life? The answer is an astounding YES!
Repel the attackers
Dirty politics.
Charity Auction Trends
Local charities and those around the country frequently look to wine donations of many kinds to offer at their fundraising auctions.
Benefits of a Tilt-In-Space Wheelchair
Do you know somebody who uses a wheelchair? Have you ever stooped to think if they are properly positioned or is the wheelchair adequately set up to meet their needs.
Beef industry woes may mean poorer meat
Struggle to get competitive price is helping to push producers out of business
AINSWORTH, Neb. - In this Great Plains ranching town, cowboys still lasso steers as part of their daily routine and cattle producers like Bob Sears still take pride in the long tradition of raising American beef.
Idaho restores dentists cut from Medicaid program
BOISE - The private contractor hired to oversee Idaho's dental program for Medicaid clients has agreed to reach out to dozens of dentists around the state whose contracts for providing care were not renewed.
Really, it was a fun run
Youth cross country meet a time to celebrate for kids, parents, staff
POST FALLS - It's the perfect combination.
Ebel retiring as Lakeland coach
RATHDRUM - Kelly Jo Cutler had 10 kills for the Lake City Timberwolves in a 25-13, 25-17, 25-16 nonleague win over the Lakeland Hawks at Hawk Court on Tuesday night in what was Lakeland coach Claudia Ebel's final home match.
Your favorite Halloween candy, as a cupcake
As one of Halloween's most iconic candies, candy corn seemed worthy of a makeover. After all, we've seen the candy mixed into cookie dough, sprinkled over ice cream, worked into brownies and blondies, even used to infuse vodka for a very adult sort of sticky tricky treat.
What I Learned at Science Camp
Last week I had a reality check. I had the dubious honor of chaperoning six 11- year-olds (my son included), at the McCall Outdoor Science School, which is sponsored by the University of Idaho.
The Front Row with JASON ELLIOTT October 20, 2010
Homecoming has its odd moments
There is something to be said about homecoming.
Idaho men picked 8th in WAC
DENVER - The Idaho men's basketball team was picked to finish eighth in the Western Athletic Conference in the preseason media and coaches polls.
M's hope Wedge is the right approach
Former Cleveland manager takes on major rebuilding project waiting in Seattle
SEATTLE - After a lengthy day of travel back to his home in Cleveland, Eric Wedge had barely walked through his front door when his phone chimed.
Rangers blast Yankees
Texas on verge of first World Series
NEW YORK - No disputing this: The Texas Rangers are routing the New York Yankees and are now just one win from their first trip to the World Series.
Seeing 'i2i' on teen issues
New drug prevention program aims for safer communities
POST FALLS - Shelbie Hanson saw "i2i" with her classmates on Tuesday.
Fences OK on Sanders Beach
City Council unanimously approves measure
COEUR d'ALENE - It's an agreement that, well, might be a first.
Don't be so quick to use labels
Food for Thought
Are you feeling sad because your dog, cat or hamster died? You might be diagnosed with depression. Are you unable to sleep and your mind continually "races" because you have three midterm exams to study for? You might be diagnosed with an anxiety disorder. Are you afraid to sleep in a dark room or struggle talking in large groups? You might have the diagnosable mental disorder of a phobia. Has psychology gone too far in describing abnormal human behavior - absolutely. Psychology has become disordered.
He only needed one day
Jim Pierce had only one day to devote to hunting, opening day to be exact, with friends south of St. Maries. Not to worry for the overachieving Washington Trust banker ... he filled both his deer and elk tags by 9:30 a.m. on the 10/10/10 opening day with a 2-point mule deer and a 5-point bull elk. No word yet about the success of his fellow hunters, Matt Lyman, John Young and Curtis Gregory.
Entertainment Briefs for October 20, 2010
Hathaway wary after ex's arrest
Idaho tourism creeps up
Traveler-related income increased nearly 9 percent this summer
COEUR d'ALENE - Idaho tourism officials say revenue generated during the summer of 2010 shows the industry is rebounding after a two-year slump blamed on the economic downturn.
Sixth-ranked NIC knocks off CCS in volleyball
SPOKANE - Danielle Hodge had 12 kills and five blocks for the sixth-ranked North Idaho Cardinals in a 25-18, 26-24, 22-25, 25-18 nonconference win over the Community Colleges of Spokane on Tuesday night at Spokane Falls Community College.
Records October 20, 2010
CRIME REPORTS
Man pilfers $500 worth of pants
COEUR d'ALENE - A man fled the Target store with more than $500 worth of jeans Saturday night.
Back Pain? You're Not Alone
Parents unable to play with their children, athletes unable to play their sport of choice, and employees unable to do there job efficiently. The unbiased pain of the lower back can be detrimental to any lifestyle. In fact, approximately 65 million adults are affected by lower back pain annually, according to the American Association of Neurological Surgeons. Many patients suffering from low back pain need to consider physical therapy as the first line of treatment for their condition, according to Luke Madigan, MD, Attending Physician at the Knoxville Orthopedic Clinic.
Say goodbye to traditional free checking
NEW YORK - Free checking as we know it is ending.
Shanghai rug shop offers shimmering silk
SHANGHAI - Madora Parmentier squinted her eyes at the fabric compressed on the massive loom, the brief stretch of design at the bottom a flawless match to the blueprint above.
Movers & Shakers October 20, 2010
Cd'A Brewing Co. won't re-open in Cd'A
I love acupuncture
I love acupuncture. I love what it does for people. Today I had a patient reveling in how well she feels, still amazed at what acupuncture and nutrition have done for her.
Trustee candidates speak
NIC hopefuls differ on whether education corridor is a good move
COEUR d'ALENE - Candidates vying for seats on the North Idaho College Board of Trustees went head-to-head Tuesday on the college campus they each hope to help govern.
Aileen Isobel Draper, 89
Aileen Isobel Draper, 89, formerly of Sacramento, Calif., died peacefully on Oct. 8, 2010, in Rathdrum. Born in Edinburgh, Scotland, to David and Anne Stephen, Aileen received a nursing degree from the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, where she met and married Rue William (Bill) Draper, who was serving as Surgeon Lieutenant in the Royal Navy. In 1950 Aileen and Bill immigrated with their three eldest children to Sacramento, Calif., where they had two more children.
Eva Marie Beck, 77
Eva Marie Beck, 77, passed away at Kadlec Regional Medical Center in Richland, Wash., on Sunday, Oct. 17, 2010.
Mildred Lucille 'Penny' (Pence) Sexton, 86
Mildred Lucille "Penny" (Pence) Sexton died Saturday, Oct. 16, 2010, at home in her sleep. Penny was born on Sept. 22, 1924, to Orville and Merle Pence. She had a younger sister, Shirlee Olson and the family's roots went deep in North Idaho.
Donna Lynn (Freeman) Simon, 38
Donna Lynn (Freeman) Simon, 38, died Saturday, Oct. 16, 2010, at her home in Hayden Lake, as a result of complications of her diabetes.
Candice Marie Lyman, 57
Candice Marie Lyman, of Post Falls, passed away Sunday, Oct. 17, 2010, at age 57, at Kootenai Medical Center following an automobile accident.
Rachel Rosenberger, 91
Rachel Rosenberger passed away on Oct. 16, 2010, at Wellspring Meadows Assisted Living in Hayden. She was born Aug. 15, 1919, on the family farm near Windham, Mont., to Claude and Sarah (Collins) Miller. She was raised on the family farm and graduated from Hobson High School. She attended secretarial school in Vancouver, Wash.
Reagan Republicans back Nilson, Ketchum
Post Falls — October 20, 2010 - The Kootenai County Reagan Republicans officially voted this week to endorse candidates Robert Ketchum and Ron Nilson to serve on the North Idaho College Board of Trustees. The conservative organization’s large and diverse Board of Directors voted unanimously (as required by its By-Laws) to recommend the pair to its members and Republicans in Kootenai County.
Ask NIC trustee candidates a question now
Kootenai County Young Professionals will be testing candidates for the North Idaho College board of trustees on Monday. The forum will take place from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Post Falls City Hall.
Open letter to Idaho GOP chairman Norm Semanko
Dear Mr. Semanko,
MARANO: Honesty is a great virtue
I have known Paula Marano for many years. She is an excellent candidate for our state legislature. She is conscientious, honest, intelligent and ready to put in the hours and effort needed to serve North Idaho in Boise.
ENGLISH: He's a proven leader
I have had the privilege of knowing DAN ENGLISH since 1976 when he was director of Youth for Christ. In 1985 he founded Anchor House, a home for troubled boys which continues to be located on Government Way in Coeur d'Alene. Dan has served on the Coeur d'Alene School Board, City Council and many other community organizations. He is a dedicated public servant.
CURRIE: You know what you'll get
My husband is not a sore loser as some have labeled him. It was only after being approached by so many people that he considered running as a write-in candidate to keep his seat on the BOCC. Silly us, we opted to run a clean campaign as did Mr. Fillios, Rick's motto has always been to take the high road. Obviously, that did not work out too well this time around as we were blindsided by dirty politics, sleazy campaigning and slander. But, there just comes a point where one has to say enough is enough and you need to stand up for yourself.
HAYES: Time for a change
I am writing this letter to ask for your vote for Cliff Hayes for Kootenai County Clerk.
ALLRED: Stands on common ground
Our political discourse had become so polarized and irrational that I was afraid that we had lost the ability to govern ourselves. Then I heard Keith Allred speak recently. He is running for governor on a platform that seems practical, civil and supportable.
GOEDDE: Trustworthy, balanced in approach
For going on nine years now I've worked with Sen. John Goedde tackling education issues, as well as other concerns important to the people of Kootenai County. Over those years I've come to understand that the two most important factors in choosing a legislator are finding a person that you can trust, and finding someone who can provide access into the power structure that you need to reach in order to impact issues that are important to you.
The case of the missing moose meat
POST FALLS — This wasn't about filling just one freezer full of wild game meat.
LUNA: Secured money for education
Politics will never change and honest reporting is rare. Betsy Russell of The Spokesman-Review reported the teachers union held the rally in force for Democratic candidate for superintendent of public instruction.
NONINI: Strong education supporter
Rep. Bob Nonini has been a pillar of support for education in the Idaho House of Representatives. As Chairman of the Education Committee Nonini has been an advocate for charter schools, home-schooled students, and public education.
FEDS: Flourish while others hurt
When I heard Social Security beneficiaries were not receiving a COLA, my blood boiled. Don't believe for a minute that the elected president, representatives, senators, their staffs and all the federal government workers suffered the same hardship.
LIBERALS: Hypocrisy is overwhelming
This letter goes out to all of the lefties, like Jimmy Pappas and Mike Martens out there who do not see the hypocrisy in the actions.
LIBERALS: Fed up with falsehoods
Having a left wing relative who sends me the Huffington Post and other blog rants, I get to read the material before Mr. Pappas rewrites it for his letters. In parroting these opinions he gives little regard for truth or common sense.
TAXES: Washington isn't listening
We all have our attitudes on taxes. Each year we are being called upon to share more and more of our earning with tax collectors. Some people think the definition of our capital punishment is when government sets up business in competition with you and then takes all your profits with taxes in order to make up its loss.
CHINA: Focus more on local
Touring China, enough already! I could give a rodent's backside about members of Coeur d'Alene Chamber of Commerce vacationing and touring China! Really Coeur d'Alene Press does this deserve front page news for the past three to four days?
HART: Donate your paychecks
I normally do not get into politics, but this cannot be passed.
CAMPAIGNS: Full disclosure needed
It's just wrong. Secret campaign cash should have no place in our American democracy. But now we are seeing huge sums of money from secret sources going into campaign advertising, much of it the negative advertising that poisons the airways.
SJR 101: Good for entire state
Proposed Constitutional Amendment S.J.R. 101 will allow part of the fees charged to students at the University of Idaho to be used for classroom instruction. This is allowed in all state-supported colleges and universities except the University of Idaho. Tuition and fees are set by the State Board of Education, and this change will not increase those fees or tuition.
HART: Timber cuts both ways
Phil Hart defended his unauthorized timber harvest by saying "it was a standard practice years ago."
SECURITY: Don't blame Democrats
Here's a news bulletin: It is NOT the Dems fault there was no Social Security increase this year or last year.
THIEF: Burn, baby, burn
To the person or persons who stole the utility trailer filled with firewood from the IGA parking lot in Rathdrum on the morning of Oct. 12. I know times are tough and I am thankful that you abandoned the trailer and we got it back, but was it necessary to vandalize it? My brother-in-law has been unemployed for more than a year. They were only trying to make a little bit of extra money. In the future, if you need wood for heating purposes just call the number on the sign and ask; they will be more than happy to donate the wood.
Legals October. 20, 2010
AMENDED NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE On Wednesday, the 19th day of January, 2011, at the hour of 10:00 o'clock a.m. of said day at Alliance Title & Escrow, 1270 Northwood Center Ct., Coeur d'Alene, in the County of Kootenai, State of Idaho, Charles W. Fawcett, as Successor Trustee, will sell at public auction, to the highest bidder, for cash, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, the following described real property situated in the County of Kootenai, State of Idaho, and described as follows, to wit: LOT 8, BLOCK 4, WINDSONG, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT RECORDED IN BOOK "G" OF PLATS, PAGE 48, RECORDS OF KOOTENAI COUNTY, IDAHO. The Successor Trustee has no knowledge of a more particular description of the above referenced real property, but for purposes of compliance with Section 60--113, Idaho Code, the Successor Trustee has been informed that the street address of 1603 N. Arbor Ct., Post Falls, Idaho, is sometimes associated with said real property. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty regarding title, possession or encumbrances to satisfy the obligation secured by and pursuant to the power of sale conferred in the Deed of Trust executed by WENDY S. BURNAM and WILLIAM L. BURNAM, Wife and Husband, Grantor, to Charles W. Fawcett, Successor Trustee, for the benefit and security of MOUNTAIN WEST BANK, recorded April 25, 2003, as Instrument No. 1796310, Mortgage records of Kootenai County, Idaho; and assigned to the IDAHO HOUSING AND FINANCE ASSOCIATION by Assignment of Deed of Trust recorded on August 28, 2003, as Instrument No. 1824874, Mortgage records of Kootenai County, Idaho. THE ABOVE GRANTOR IS NAMED TO COMPLY WITH SECTION 45-1506 (4)(a), IDAHO CODE. NO REPRESENTATION IS MADE THAT THEY ARE, OR ARE NOT, PRESENTLY RESPONSIBLE FOR THIS OBLIGATION. The default for which this sale is to be made is the failure to pay when due, monthly installment payments under the Deed of Trust Note dated April 22, 2003, in the amount of $727.00 each, for the months of February through July, 2010, inclusive; and for each and every month thereafter until date of sale or reimbursement. All delinquent payments are now due, plus accumulated late charges, plus any costs or expenses associated with this foreclosure. The accrued interest is at the rate of 5.30% per annum from January 1, 2010. The principal balance owing as of this date on the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust is $92,651.98, plus accrued interest at the rate of 5.30% per annum from January 1, 2010. DATED This 16th day of September, 2010. CHARLES W. FAWCETT, a Member of the Idaho State Bar, SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE Legal 0919 September 29, 2010 October 6, 13, 20, 2010
Tuesday, October 19
Bank stocks push market broadly higher
Stock market is up more than 3 percent this month
NEW YORK - Upbeat news for banks and homebuilders pushed the stock market broadly higher Monday, extending its gains for the month.
Lewd conduct case dismissed
SANDPOINT - The case against a Priest River man accused of lewd conduct and sexual abuse of a minor has been dismissed.
It's official: Wedge new M's skipper
SEATTLE (AP) - Eric Wedge is returning to baseball after a year away to face the challenge of another rebuilding project.
Woman cries fowl over chicken rule
Rathdrum City Council to consider request to allow birds on smaller lots
RATHDRUM - Jennifer Mayberry isn't trying to ruffle feathers.
Hart writes check for timber
Legislator took logs from state land to build home
ATHOL - Idaho Rep. Phil Hart said he sent a $2,450 check on Monday to the state, trying to clear up a 1996 case in which he was accused of taking timber from state school endowment land to build his log home in Athol.
The Front Row with John Leicester October 19, 2010
For the selfless good of the game
PARIS - Of the catchy slogans that soccer's custodians at FIFA have coined over the years, the best is "For the Good of the Game," because that describes, exactly, the moral, ethical and sporting yardstick by which they are measured.
Records October 19, 2010
CRIME REPORTS
Facebook: A 'friend' of the plaintiffs
Society's increasingly narcissistic tendencies are paying off for inquiring minds. Yeah, you have to wade through mountains of the boring, base, and banal to find the golden nuggets, but they are there: admissions.Admissions to anything from cheating to felonious crimes; all made public diary-style, all without thought. It's reminiscent of the Darwin Awards. Apparently we really are that stupid. The internet isn't private; it's a megaphone.
'The soul of the American dream'
Coeur d'Alene Computer Clinic moves to new Harrison Avenue location
COEUR d'ALENE - When sales began to slow on the east end of Sherman Avenue, John and Freya Coutts didn't want to close the doors of Coeur d'Alene Computer Clinic.
Chip Shots October 19, 2010
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Lee blanks Yanks
Rangers ace fans 13, improves to 7-0 in postseason
NEW YORK - Cliff Lee stumbled as he stepped up to his seat at the postgame podium.
Chambers' tour of China continues
Visitors stunned by artistry of silk embroidery institute
SUZHOU, China - A silk embroidery is an endeavor of love.
Woods 'at peace'
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) - Tiger Woods says he never learned more in a year in which he never won less.
Fox, Cablevision dispute stretches into third day
NEW YORK (AP) - The dispute between Fox and Cablevision that left 3 million cable subscribers in the New York area without Fox programming over the weekend has stretched into its third day.
Beware of the bathroom
On the way to baggage claim in the Shanghai airport on Saturday, Sue Harrison passed the rest of the tour group with her hand cupping her mouth to amplify her clarion call: "Last call for Western-style bathrooms!"
Collins leads Titans over Jags
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) - The Tennessee Titans easily won the battle of backup quarterbacks against the Jacksonville Jaguars in a 30-3 victory Monday night that put them in a three-way tie atop the AFC South.
All about the bins
Cd'A's single stream recycling program gets under way
COEUR d'ALENE - Give them bigger bins, and they will use them.
Huskies hope upset leads to consistency
SEATTLE - Only when the pass escaped the fingers of Oregon State's Joe Halahuni late Saturday night did Washington's roller coaster season continue.
Prep volleyball October 19, 2010
Bears top Coeur d'Alene
MOSCOW - The Moscow Bears came out victorious in a 5-set match on Monday night, winning 17-25, 25-21, 25-20, 14-25 15-10 in Bear Den in both teams' regular season finale.
Seattle finally wins on road
Team's first victory outside division since 2007
RENTON, Wash. - Pete Carroll hoped Seattle's breakthrough would arrive before Week 6.
Immune to the sting
Linda Paullas endures five years of weekly shots to escape bee allergy
COEUR d'ALENE - Bees were everywhere that day.
Northwest Notes October 19, 2010
Rec basketball deadline extended
Wallace street gets national recognition
WALLACE - Bank Street is not your average street.
Idaho won't manage wolves
Fish and Game will no longer monitor, investigate animals
BOISE - After talks with the federal government over a public wolf hunt collapsed, Gov. Butch Otter ordered Idaho wildlife managers Monday to relinquish their duty to arrest poachers or to even investigate when wolves are killed illegally.
Sports Briefs October 19, 2010
Football
Prep Standings, October 19, 2010
FOOTBALL
Battered Islanders nip Maple Leafs in OT
John Tavares scored at 3:26 of overtime to lift the visiting New York Islanders past the Toronto Maple Leafs 2-1 on Monday night.
Suspect's wife testifies
COEUR d'ALENE - Jurors on Monday in the trial of Robert "Bob" Critchfield were introduced to his wife of 14 years.
Leroy (Jack) Knox, 74
Leroy (Jack) Knox passed away Oct. 17, 2010, at Sacred Heart Medical Center. Jack was born July 22, 1936, in Lewistown, Mont.
John Tamasonis, 61
John Tamasonis, 61, passed away after a courageous battle with cancer at Pinewood Hospice Care Center in Coeur d'Alene, on Sunday, Oct. 17, 2010. John was born in Riverside, Calif., on Sept. 11, 1949, to Peter and Phyllis (Snyder) Tamasonis.
William A. 'Bill' Zent Sr., 81
William A. "Bill" Zent Sr., 81, of Post Falls, passed away Oct. 16, 2010, at Beehive Homes. He was born July 26, 1929, to Elizabeth Hoffman and Clifford Zent in Wallace.
Robert 'Bob' Parks, 53
Robert "Bob" Parks, 53, went to heaven Oct. 15, 2010. He was an amazing man to all who knew him. He was born Sept. 28, 1957, to Robert D. and Ida Parks, and raised in Coeur d'Alene.
Sharlee Griffitts, 75
Sharlee Ann "Sharbaby" (McClain) Griffitts, 75, passed away on Oct. 17, 2010, at her home in Hayden Lake, Idaho. Shar was born on April 5, 1935, in Huntington Park, Calif., to Ralph and Alma (Evans) McClain.
Chamber offers insight into the candidates
Voters have plenty of resources to find out about candidates and issues on the Nov. 2 ballot. The Press will be publishing its voter's guide focusing on key Kootenai County races on Tuesday, Oct. 26. Candidate profiles and questionnaires can also be found on The Press website, cdapress.com.
PF workshop on annexation, wastewater
POST FALLS — The Post Falls City Council will resume discussing how to change the city's annexation policy during a workshop tonight at 5.
English wins in Press online poll
Dan English captured 56 percent of the vote for county clerk in an online poll that concluded this morning. With 326 votes, English, the county's lone elected Democrat, easily outdistanced Republican challenger Cliff Hayes, the former Post Falls police chief, who captured 36 percent of the vote. Hayes received 211 votes, while 50 online voters chose "neither."
Who gets your vote?
Legals October. 19, 2010
Notice of Trustee's Sale Idaho Code 45-1506 Today's date: September 15, 2010 File No.: 7037.08749 Sale date and time (local time): January 18, 2011 at 10:00 AM Sale location: in the Veteran's Plaza outside the north entrance of the administrative building, 451 Government Way, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814 Property address: 1251 W Peninsula Dr Coeur d' Alene, ID 83814 Successor Trustee: Northwest Trustee Services, Inc., an Idaho Corporation P.O. Box 997 Bellevue, WA 98009 (425) 586-1900 Deed of Trust information Original grantor: James E. Everett, an unmarried man Original trustee: First American Title Insurance Company Original beneficiary: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. solely as nominee for American Mortgage Network, Inc. Recording date: July 28, 2008 Recorder's instrument number: 2170516000 County: Kootenai Sum owing on the obligation: as of September 15, 2010: $391,249.50 Because of interest, late charges, and other charges that may vary from day to day, the amount due on the day you pay may be greater. Hence, if you pay the amount shown above, an adjustment may be necessary after we receive your check. For further information write or call the Successor Trustee at the address or telephone number provided above. Basis of default: failure to make payments when due. Please take notice that the Successor Trustee will sell at public auction to the highest bidder for certified funds or equivalent the property described above. The property address is identified to comply with IC 60-113 but is not warranted to be correct. The property's legal description is: Parcel I: A tract of land in Government Lot 3, Section 35, Township 50 North, Range 4 West, Boise Meridian, Kootenai County, Idaho, described as follows: Beginning at the Northwest corner of Lot 1, Falls Bay Lots, according to the plat recorded in the office the County Recorder in Book "D" of Plats at Page 134, records of Kootenai County, Idaho; thence North 43 degrees 04' 08" West, 373.94 feet; thence North 13 degrees 58' 00" East, 71.61 feet to the True Point of Beginning; thence North 13 degrees 58' 00" East, 41.89 feet; thence North 76 degrees 18' 30" West, 50 feet; thence South 13 degrees 58' 00" East, 41.62 feet; thence South 76 degrees 00' 13" East, 50.00 feet to the Point of Beginning. Parcel II: A tract of land in Government Lot 3, Section 35, Township 50 North, Range 4 West, Boise Meridian, Kootenai County, Idaho, described as follows: Beginning at the Northwest corner of Lot 1, Falls Bay Lots; thence North 21 degrees 06' 00" East, 69.12 feet; thence North 11 degrees 39' 00" East, 77.42 feet; thence North 53 degrees 00' 10" West, 90.09 feet; thence North 86 degrees 50' 35" West, 149.51 feet; thence North 47 degrees 01' 55" West, 102.92 feet; thence North 13 degrees 58' 00" East, 71.61 feet to the True Point of Beginning; thence Continuing North 13 degrees 58' 00" East, 41.89 feet; thence South 76 degrees 18' 30" East, 56.20 feet; thence South 12 degrees 55' 13" West, 42.19 feet; thence North 76 degrees 00' 13" West, 56.97 feet to the True Point of Beginning. The sale is subject to conditions, rules and procedures as described at the sale and which can be reviewed at www.northwesttrustee.com or USA-Foreclosure.com. The sale is made without representation, warranty or covenant of any kind. (TS# 7037.08749) 1002.170660-FEI Legal 0958 September 28, 2010 October 5, 12, 19, 2010
Monday, October 18
Search resumes for hiker missing since last month
LEWISTON (AP) - Officials in North Idaho have resumed the search for a hiker missing since last month after hunters found the man's dog.
Transportation plan open house set
POST FALLS - There will be an open house on the Kootenai Metropolitan Planning Organization's four-year Transportation Improvement Program on Wednesday from 4-6 p.m. at Post Falls City Hall, 408 N. Spokane St.The draft plan outlines improvement projects for 2011-2015. Attendees can come anytime during the open house to view the plan and provide comments.
Studded snow tires legal in Idaho through April 30
BOISE - Idaho's run of good weather has slowed the start of winter-driving challenges, but snow and ice will come. The Idaho Transportation Department reminds motorists that they can use studded tires to improve vehicle handling.
Big Ben shakes rust, Steelers thump Browns
NFL — Week 6
Ben Roethlisberger, cheered loudly during his first game in 9 1/2 months, shook off the rust from his four-game suspension to throw three touchdown passes, and the host Pittsburgh Steelers shut down a depleted Cleveland Browns offense during a 28-10 victory Sunday.
Meet the new Tyson, not like the old
LAS VEGAS - One little blond kid was bouncing on Mike Tyson's left leg, while his equally blond toddler brother occupied the other. The former baddest man on the planet once threatened to eat children, but now he was playing with two.
My city-by-city outlooks feature a snowy winter ahead
Weather Gems
Every autumn in mid-October, when the geese fly south and the leaves and pine needles cover the ground, I issue my annual city-by-city winter snowfall predictions.
Bear beatdown
Seahawks sack Cutler six times
CHICAGO — The way Jay Cutler got knocked around, Lawyer Milloy and the Seattle Seahawks couldn’t wait for this game.
Stangel commits to play softball at Missouri
Lake City sophomore pitcher/first baseman considered one of the top players in the country
When Lake City High sophomore Casey Stangel told her high school softball coach, Laura Tolzmann, that she was thinking of committing to play college softball at the University of Missouri, “she said I was losing my California side and getting into my Idaho side by choosing a Midwest school,” Stangel said.
Sports Briefs October 18, 2010
Spain's Beatriz Recari won the CVS/pharmacy LPGA Challenge in Danville, Calif., on Sunday for her first LPGA Tour title, overcoming soggy conditions and a late bogey for a one-stroke victory over France's Gwladys Nocera.
Audrey Hepburn stamps fetch $606,000 for charity
BERLIN - A rare sheet of 10 stamps depicting Audrey Hepburn fetched $606,000 at a charity auction in Berlin on Saturday, two-thirds of which will go to help educate children in sub-Saharan Africa.The mint-condition sheet of 10 stamps featuring Hepburn, a coy smile on her face and a long, black cigarette holder dangling from her lips, brought a profitable outcome to a botched stamp series that should have been destroyed years ago - and evokes Hepburn's starring role in the 1963 thriller "Charade," in which the characters chase a set of rare stamps.
Change of plans sends Idaho group to Tiger Hill Tower
Chamber China Visit
Too crowded.
Oswalt dominates for 8 innings
Phillies even series 1-1
PHILADELPHIA — This Roy was an ace, and he sparked a big inning with a daring dash around the bases.
Boise St. third in BCS poll
Oklahoma No. 1, Oregon second
The first BCS standings are out and Boise State is already chasing a couple of teams from the power conferences.
Luna, Olson battle for top elected post
Candidates find plenty wrong with each other's records
BOISE - The battle for Idaho's top elected education post has pitted a longtime education and academic against a businessman with nearly four years of experience in the position.
Post Falls woman dies following crash
POST FALLS — A 57-year-old woman died Sunday morning at Kootenai Medical Center in Coeur d’Alene, almost 12 hours after she was involved in a vehicle collision at a Post Falls intersection and hospitalized, according to the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Department.
Top 400 charities see billions less in donations
WASHINGTON (AP) - A new ranking of the nation's 400 biggest charities shows donations dropped by 11 percent overall last year as the Great Recession ended - the worst decline in 20 years since the Chronicle of Philanthropy began keeping a tally.
Welcome to the ... House of Horror
Hayden Lake Eagles turn old headquarters into fright night haven
HAYDEN — Chuck Hupp is a self-described computer and electronics geek. He’s also a fan of Halloween and all that is scary.
Preventing frozen pipes 101
When it gets cold, the city starts to get calls about frozen pipes. Most often the freeze-up occurs on the customer's side of the meter due to exposed pipes. This is the customer's responsibility. If you have a freeze-up and want to verify where it has occurred, please call the Water Department.
Art can be everywhere
Thursday’s Mayor’s Awards to honor artists of all kinds
COEUR d’ALENE — Art’s not just painting, it’s pirate ships and skyscrapers.
Joseph Zeller, 90
Joseph Zeller, 90, of Plummer, passed away Oct. 17, 2010, at his home. He was born Jan. 8, 1920, in Dalkingen, Germany, to Joseph and Mary Zeller.
Col. Dwight Calvin Crofford (retired U.S. Army), 90
Col. Dwight Calvin Crofford (retired U.S. Army), 90, passed away at Life Care Center in Coeur d'Alene on Oct. 12, 2010.
Bill Carpenter
Bill Carpenter, of Coeur d'Alene, formally of Irvine, Calif., passed away Oct. 13, 2010, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Frances Donovan, 96
Frances Marie Donovan passed away at Kootenai Medical Center on Wednesday, Sept. 29, 2010. She was 96 years old.
Legals October. 18, 2010
Idaho Housing and Finance Association Notice of Public Comment and Hearing for the Proposed changes to the 2011 HOME Administrative Plan The Comment Period begins October 1, 2010 through 5 p.m. November 1, 2010. The Public Hearing for the proposed changes will be held October 27, 2010 directly following the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit QAP hearing, scheduled to begin at 9:30 a.m. in the 1st Floor Conference Room of the Park Plaza, 565 West Myrtle, Boise, Idaho. Oral and written comments will be accepted. The Hearing is accessible to persons with physical disabilities, and IHFA will consider all requests for reasonable accommodation for those wishing to testify. Individuals requiring assistance such as language interpretation; accommodation of physical, visual, and/or hearing impairment(s); or materials in alternate formats must request a reasonable accommodation at least 3 business days prior to the public hearing. Please contact IHFA at 1-877-4GRANTS (447-2687) or TDD (800) 545-1833 extension 400. Idaho Housing and Finance Association is the designated administrator of this federal housing program. With the exception of Boise, who receives its own HOME allocation, IHFA's HOME Investment Partnership Program helps to increase and maintain safe and decent housing for low and very low-income households throughout Idaho. The proposed 2011 HOME Administrative Plan and a summary of the proposed changes will be available at http://www.ihfa.org/grants_homeblk.asp and all IHFA Branch Offices October 1st - November 1st. During the comment period, questions regarding the proposed changes can be emailed to HOMEAdminPlan2011@ihfa.org Submit written comments to: IHFA-Grants Department; P. O. Box 7899, Boise, ID 83707-1899 or jerik@ihfa.org Legal 0952 September 27, 2010 October 18, 2010
Sunday, October 17
LINUS: Help our cancer kids
Every single day, there are 36 children diagnosed with cancer. Multiply that by 365 days in a year and you have 13,140 children so involved with the biggest fight of their lives.
LABRADOR: Passes the Arpaio test
Walt Minnick is trying to deceive the public on Raul Labrador's stand on illegal immigration. Labrador has repeatedly stated he is opposed to amnesty for illegal aliens, and would send troops to the border, and that he supports Arizona's struggle. Arizona's Joe Arpaio has stated his support for Labrador.
THANKS: Strangers showed kindness
A few weeks ago I went for a boat ride on Hayden Lake. I didn't see where my wheelchair was left but it was gone when we returned. As our group was looking for it a lady named Bonnie (or Connie) offered to go get a wheelchair for me. Her husband did and she told us to keep it. I was so touched at their generosity, but did not get a chance to thank them.
DEMS: Undermining Social Security
The Democratic majority has frozen our Social Security payments for the second year running. Have they also frozen their own wages for two years? Here is the history of Social Security showing what the Democrats have done:
PHELPS: Our right to ignore
The First Amendment rights of Rev. Phelps need to be respected even if he and his followers have no respect for anyone's rights or feelings. That's difficult if we have greater respect for tapeworms than we have for him.
WARD: Supporters unfair to Labrador
The Cooks are still beating the drum for the failed candidacy of Vaughn Ward, who was the candidate in search of an original thought. Not only did Mr. Ward plagiarize statements of several conservative politicians on his website, he had the temerity to mimic a 2004 speech of Barack Obama, Mr. Ward does not deny that it is he, shown in this video, only that he blames his now fired speech writer for the message he delivered. To blame Rep. Labrador for Ward's exposure is simplistic. Rumor has it, that Mr. Ward has moved to North Idaho to run against Phil Hart in two years. This video is still being viewed and the comments are current.
NIC: Trust and trustees
It might be of interest to your readers to know about my experience the last three weeks in trying to arrange a candidates' forum for the North Idaho College Trustee positions.
LIFE: You just can't make this up
I have also decided that my street has too much traffic. I would like to have speed "humps" and a "one way" installed before the snow falls. Thank you. But, make sure you start it just to the north of me so it will not affect my travel, just my neighbors.
SUPPORT: Every local employer
Recently the Coeur d'Alene Press published an article that stated that the economic situation in Idaho is only getting worse, even though the recession has "officially" ended.
EPA: Has a place in Silver Valley
I am in favor of the current EPA cleanup in the Silver Valley, but I am not in favor of the current ROD amendment. So what's the difference? First, the EPA has done good things. No one who looks at photos from 20 years ago then rides along the Trail of the Coeur d'Alenes can deny that things are cleaner and greener. And there is no doubt that sites such as the Interstate Callahan continue to load the South Fork with historic mine waste that is a health hazard.
HIGHWAYS: Match need, opportunity
I applaud the efforts of the local highway district commissioners to obtain funding for the needed resurfacing of local roadways. Repairs and maintenance are important to keep our roads useable and safe. Certainly with the loss of so many construction jobs, this work is welcome.
WASTE: Who's really to blame?
Eighty-nine thousand stimulus checks sent to prisoners and the dead. Our money used to aid the Taliban. Elected officials interested more in personal gain than the business at hand.
Going green ... tomatoes
MaryJane's Everyday Organic
Depending on where you live, you've already reeled in your green tomatoes, or you will soon. It's one of those rituals that signal the definitive end of summer, and it can be a sad day if your heart's not in it. But rather than mourn what you've lost, why not celebrate what you're getting? Green tomatoes don't have to collect dust in little newspaper graves just because you can't stomach the thought of frying even one more. Even the best songs get tiresome when overplayed, but green tomatoes are more than capable of learning a new tune.
Gorillaz: We won't let 'Glee' cover our songs
NEW YORK - The virtual band Gorillaz isn't exactly going bananas over the television musical series "Glee."
Hunter in critical condition
IDAHO FALLS (AP) - Police in eastern Idaho said a hunter in Madison County was shot by another hunter after being mistaken for a deer.
Company introduces new, red celery
New product was 20 years in the making
MINNEAPOLIS - Is America ready for red celery? A Florida produce company thinks so and has bet consumers will bite on the colorful crunch of its new product.
Palestinians weighing alternatives to talks
RAMALLAH, West Bank - The Palestinians will study alternatives to peace talks with Israel in the coming days, a top PLO official said Saturday, after Israel gave the green light to build 238 new houses for Jews on war-won land Palestinians seek for their state.
Rangers break out bats, get even
ARLINGTON, Texas — There were no pep talks, no extended discussions after a meltdown by the Texas Rangers’ bullpen.
Strap up for full-contact networking
On any given week, I receive five to 10 books or book proposals from authors asking for an endorsement, an opinion or a mention in a column. When they are really, really good, I want to share them with the world.
Civility a lost art
The Linotype
My first visit to North Idaho was in 1986, the second 10 months later. Back home in Flagstaff, Ariz., friends asked about Idaho; I said it was civil, that people opened the doors for each other at the post office and smiled. Idahoans seemed to take life easier than in Arizona and things moved slower in Flagstaff than in Chicago, my hometown.
Partial sleep apnea?
DEAR DR. GOTT: A person I work with says he has partial sleep apnea. He has never fainted in front of anyone; he just says he needs to sit down and sleep for 15 minutes to an hour. Can this be true? Other people have to pick up his slack.
Putting the BEST foot forward
New pilot program garners presidential attention
For Josh Brown, 18, trying to figure out how to pay for trade school and get his GED was causing some restless nights.
Chile looks for developed status
With flawless rescue, nation hopes to join the club
COPIAPO, Chile - As the capsule carried the first rescuer down to the 33 trapped miners, President Sebastian Pinera closed his eyes, made the sign of the cross and then smiled at Mining Minister Laurence Golborne.
State prep soccer tournaments
Thursday’s first-round matchups
Idaho Briefs October 17, 2010
AAA Idaho: Teens not exposed to potential dangers
KTEC could be built next year
Bill would save on construction costs of technical school
Construction on the Kootenai Technical Education Campus could start next year rather than 2012 as planned.
Wildcats turn to run after QB hurt
PULLMAN — With quarterback Nick Foles knocked out of the game with a knee injury, No. 17 Arizona turned to running backs Keola Antolin and Nic Grigsby for offense.
Dan Lepow: The guy from Philly
IN PERSON
There's one thing Dan Lepow will kill for. No, it's not fame. It's not fortune. It's not a ticket to the National League Championship Series to watch his beloved Philadelphia Phillies.
Lincecum outduels Halladay
PHILADELPHIA — All those derisive whistles sounded like cheers to Tim Lincecum.
Charity next door
The last time we looked, ordering a new book or movie at Amazon.com didn't help support a single job here except maybe the mail carrier.
Community Thanks October 17, 2010
SCHOOLS: Cd'A, Lake City team up
Government reports $1.3T budget deficit
WASHINGTON - The Obama administration said Friday the federal deficit hit a near-record $1.3 trillion for the just-completed budget year.
No. 3 Broncos romp on eve of BCS release
By The Associated Press
Kellen Moore and his Boise State teammates sucked out any drama with such a fast start against San Jose State that the loudest cheers in the second half were for games thousands of miles away.
Vikings champs in overtime
Lake City girls win regionals in shootout; St. Maries boys, Kellogg girls fall short
COEUR d’ALENE — Earlier this week, Adam Borshiem was on crutches and destined for rest prior to next week’s state tournament.
Pride in the Hutong
Travelers get a glimpse of Beijing’s oldest living area
BEIJING — The rickshaws jerk up and down like a pail in a child’s awkward clutch.
Variable annuities are good investments - maybe
Annuities have become very popular investments over the last decade after overcoming a reputation as an expensive (high commission) and poor performing investment. Annuities are complex insurance contracts with an insurance company. There are basically two types, variable and fixed, with variable being the most popular. Variable annuity contracts may offer death benefit riders, which can provide a benefit for your heirs, and living benefit riders, which provide guarantees by the insurance company as to how much income you could withdraw from the policy later in a person's life. In the beginning years, fixed annuities were offered by insurance companies with the underlying assets of the insurance company supporting the annuity contract value. These products were profitable for the insurance company and commissions were paid to insurance agents.
The Front Row with MARK NELKE October 17, 2010
'Heading in ... busy day ... heading out'
There's that Social Networking Site That They Made A Movie About where members, amazingly, can type in whatever the heck is on their mind, and their friends, even more alarmingly, reply to said thoughts.
Armenian organized crime grows more complex
GLENDALE, Calif. (AP) - Endeavor Diagnostics billed itself as a thriving medical laboratory that performed more than $1 million of work for Medicare patients.
Eyebrow Queen returns to roots
Anastasia Soare opens her first European salon
BUCHAREST, Romania - What do Brooke Shields, Catherine Deneuve and David Beckham have in common?
NIC students set to hold candlelight vigil
North Idaho College students plan to hold a candlelight vigil on Oct. 30, the night Westboro Baptist Church plans to hold a demonstration protesting the NIC Theatre Department's production of "The Laramie Project."
Telling computers, humans apart
Dear PropellerHeads: I purchased tickets to a Salvador Dali exhibition on the Web and the order form asked me to "enter the code below." Underneath were some random letters written in a wavy font. Even for a Dali site, this seemed weird. What gives?
Clinton: US working to end Mexico violence
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) - Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton reiterated her support Friday for ending the brutality and barbarity of Mexico's drug violence, saying it was in the United States' interest to crack down on drug cartels that are behaving more like terrorists and insurgent groups.
New statistics show continued adjustment
No one really thought the stellar performance of the first half of the year would sustain after the expiration of the tax credit. You may recall at the end of June we were up 44 percent compared to June of last year.
Cardinals move closer to SWAC title, hosting regionals
COEUR d’ALENE — Saturday’s Scenic West Athletic Conference volleyball match between the sixth-ranked North Idaho Cardinals and the 10th-ranked Southern Idaho Golden Eagles at Christianson Gym had the feel of a tournament match.
Consumer prices flat for 2nd straight month
Low crop harvests should inflate food costs
WASHINGTON - Consumer prices, excluding energy, were flat in September for the second straight month, a sign that cost-conscious consumers are making it difficult for businesses to charge more.
Post Falls splits as regionals loom
POST FALLS — Ashley Jibby had 19 digs and 14 kills as the Post Falls Trojans split a pair of nonleague matches at the Arena.
Bernanke: A case for further action
Fed plan for short-term fix brings long-term risks
WASHINGTON - Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke is balancing a short-term fix for the economy with a long-term gamble: His plan to buy Treasury bonds to fight high unemployment and super-low inflation now could ignite inflation later.
Town hall meeting on EPA cleanup set for Wednesday
WALLACE — With a finalized Record of Decision (ROD) amendment near at hand, the mayors of the Silver Valley have scheduled a town hall meeting on Wednesday to discuss the Environmental Protection Agency’s cleanup plan for the Upper Basin of the Coeur d’Alene River.
Boy recovers from final surgery in disorder
Cayden Peterson, 7, has Apert syndrome
JEROME - Nikki Peterson is happy that the last big surgery is over and her son's life should be extended.
Beaver Cleaver's TV mom dies
Barbara Billingsley, 94, portrayed June Cleaver
LOS ANGELES - Barbara Billingsley, who gained supermom status for her gentle portrayal of June Cleaver, the warm, supportive mother of a pair of precocious boys in "Leave it to Beaver," died Saturday. She was 94.
Saturday, October 16
Found Images - Oct. 16
A collection of imagery found while out and about in North Idaho during the past week.
Hawks grounded
Sandpoint rushes for 326 yards in 4A IEL victory
RATHDRUM — The start was good for Lakeland — a three-and-out on defense, followed by a 3-yard touchdown pass from Troy Carr to Cory Thorne.
UI board approves LASR
New research, funding avenues open school's possibilities
POST FALLS - With a nod to how research serves both the state and society, the University of Idaho Board of Regents has approved the university's proposal to establish an applied research entity at UI's research park in Post Falls.
Pageturners Book Club seeks members
COEUR d'ALENE - Enough with the television, pick up a book.
A taste of Eastern medicine
Tour group gets checked over by holistic doctors
Friday afternoon found the Idaho tour group in a dimly-lit classroom in Beijing's 300-year-old Tong-Ren Tang pharmacy, where they were lectured on holistic Chinese medicine.
City has to spend green to go green
Fund balance cash needed for efficiency work
COEUR d'ALENE - Going green costs the green, as in greenbacks.
Donation will help Cd'A center
COEUR d'ALENE - When you're in a situation where you have to leave home, it's the small things that can really make a difference as you start over.
Movers & Shakers October 16, 2010
Business conference to be held at Resort
Yankees rally past Rangers
ARLINGTON, Texas — Nolan Ryan hollered from the front row, manager Ron Washington pumped his fist in the dugout and C.J. Wilson kept in control on the mound.
NY mosque argument on 'The View' leads to walk-off
NEW YORK - Joy Behar and Whoopi Goldberg walked off the stage of "The View" Thursday during an argument with Bill O'Reilly over the proposed Islamic center near the site of the Sept. 11 attacks.
WSU has something to prove as well
By NICHOLAS K. GERANIOS
Pursuit of profit has replaced morality
The law in the United States of America makes very clear that the responsibility of corporations is to conduct all business operations solely for the benefit of its stockholders. Given that harsh reality, can one rationally expect that the management of any corporation will hold itself accountable to any interest other than stockholders? The purpose of a business corporation is profit and nothing else. The fiduciary responsibility of corporate management logically subsumes any responsibility to interests other than stockholders. The only limits on management in such an environment are those that are imposed by statute. Absent such statutory limitations, management is not just free to pursue profit. Profit is its sole objective. Moral convictions hold little weight in a court of law.
'Unadoptable' to 'I love you'
Breakfast highlights the successes of TESH
COEUR d'ALENE - Victoria Purviance is not a hero.
Just say no way
Woman, 73, refuses to leave bus, gets ride home from police
COEUR d'ALENE - Not a chance, said Marie Rippetoe.
Records October 16, 2010
CRIME REPORTS
A thief in the night
Is Social Gospel/Justice coming to a church near you? Or has it already arrived? Did you know it was coming or when it got there?
No. 2 Vikings erupt in 2nd half
Chalich’s 4 TD passes guide Coeur d’Alene past Lewiston
LEWISTON — It wasn’t aesthetically pleasing.
Lake City romps sans injured QB Smyly
By JASON ELLIOTT
The Front Row with JASON ELLIOTT October 16, 2010
Staying in the hunt for October
It is no accident that some of the best teams in the area are still in the hunt for a state trophy in their respective sports.
K.C. Weed Control to battle milfoil
HAYDEN - Milfoil is spreading at Hayden's Honeysuckle Beach, but the Kootenai County Noxious Weed Control Department has a plan to stop it.
Wignot records first-half hat trick
ROCK SPRINGS, Wyo. — Freshman forward Demi Wignot recorded a hat trick in the first half to lead the North Idaho Cardinals past the Western Wyoming Coyotes 4-0 in a nonconference women’s soccer match on Friday.
Living in the age of clamor
Author Sara Paretsky speaks at Humanities Council dinner
COEUR d'ALENE - The success of novelist Sara Paretsky speaks for itself. Her 20 books are international bestsellers, and appear in 30 languages.
Cd'A mulls wastewater rates
COEUR d'ALENE - Paying for improvements.
Feds oppose California marijuana proposal
SAN FRANCISCO — Attorney General Eric Holder is warning that the federal government will not look the other way, as it has with medical marijuana, if voters next month make California the first state to legalize pot.
Idaho Briefs October 16, 2010
‘Spice’ drug rule goes into effect
Army vet runs 4,425 miles to honor fallen troops
ROCKLAND, Maine - An Army veteran who pounded the pavement from coast to coast to honor the nation's fallen troops finished his grueling journey in rain and high winds on Friday in Maine.
Science by saddle
CHS students learn on horseback
HAYDEN - Learning about flora and fauna is a whole lot more exciting and interesting when you're smack in the middle of it, especially if you're on horseback.
Containing public comment
Cd’A school board limits participation at meetings
COEUR d'ALENE - There are some new ground rules for speaking at Coeur d'Alene School District board meetings, and some people aren't happy about it.
Legals October. 16, 2010
BARRY McHUGH Prosecuting Attorney 501 N. Government Way/Box 9000 Coeur d'Alene, ID 83816-9000 Telephone: (208) 446-1800 IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF THE STATE OF IDAHO, IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF KOOTENAI Case No. CV-10-1543 COMPLAINT BARRY McHUGH, Prosecuting Attorney for Kootenai County, State of Idaho, Plaintiff, vs. SIX HUNDRED NINETY-FIVE DOLLARS ($695.00), UNITED STATES CURRENCY, Defendant. COMES NOW, BARRY McHUGH, by and through MARTY RAAP, Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, and as and for a cause of action against Defendant, complains and alleges as follows: I. That all times relevant hereto Plaintiff, BARRY McHUGH, was Prosecuting Attorney for Kootenai County, State of Idaho. II. That all times relevant hereto Defendant was SIX HUNDRED NINETY-FIVE DOLLARS ($695.00), UNITED STATES CURRENCY. Defendant currency was seized from the person of and/or the custody or control of Jake Burwick, Nash Mendoza and/or Robert Lau, Jr., on or about January 30, 2010. III. That on or about January 30, 2010, Defendant currency was seized pursuant to I.C. \u00DF37-2744 as it was found in close proximity to said controlled substance(s) or drug paraphernalia or was used or intended for use in the delivery or receipt of controlled substance(s) and/or constitute illicit drug proceeds and/or was used to facilitate illegal drug transactions or intended transactions. IV. That this Court has jurisdiction pursuant to I.C. \u00DF37-2744 in that defendant property was seized in Kootenai County, Idaho. WHEREFORE Plaintiff prays for relief as follows; 1. That Defendant currency be forfeited to the Plaintiff pursuant to I.C. \u00DF37-2744; 2. That Plaintiff be awarded its costs and attorney's fees pursuant to I.C. \u00DF12-120, 12121, and other applicable Idaho Laws; and 3. For storage costs pursuant to I.C. \u00DF37-2744; and, 4. For such other relief as the Court deems just and proper under the circumstances. DATED this 23rd day of February, 2010. ____________________________ MARTY RAAP, Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Legal 0943 September 25, 2010 October 2, 9, 16, 2010
Friday, October 15
SENIORS: SS is supplemental
I'm writing in response to the article on Oct. 13, 2010. regarding the hardships for seniors not receiving an increase in Social Security benefits for the second year in a row. Seniors, you are not alone; I'm still working and this will be my second year in a row to not have a wage increase - as well as countless others in this dreadful economy. (Wages here are pathetically low to begin with, but that's another article.) I know first hand - it hurts!
QUESTIONS: Need to be addressed
Common sense has been missing in America for quite some time. Questions need to be addressed. Why are we supporting a two-party system of government?
PROTEST: Stand up, not down
The Oct. 10 Press Editorial tells us to "resist temptation" by ignoring "the money-motivated martyrs" of the Westboro Baptist Church of Topeka, Kan. Anne Way states that we need to support our troops. C.Rose quotes Edmund Burke, "All that is necessary for evil to triumph is for good men to do nothing."
LABRADOR: He's the conservative
Sorting fact from election hype is difficult for even the most discerning voter. Raul Labrador, an attorney and legal immigrant to this country, has a legal practice where he helps clients obtain citizenship in a proper and legal manner. He does not advocate illegal immigration. The fact that part of his law practice is in immigration law is quite obviously a desire to help others achieve the American dream as he and his family did. His vocation should not be used as a reason to vote against him. His voting record in the state legislature is a reason to vote for him.
ANARCHY: That's Phil Hart's path
Melanie Vander Feer, why must you use labels? Is it not more important to pick a candidate who presents clear ideas about how to solve problems facing the state, county, city or nation? Republican or Democrat, conservative or liberal and God, who cares? Besides which political label or religious view does God wear on God's sleeve? Is this really important? Most normal people couldn't care less what or where you worship, at least I would hope this is the case.
HART: Hypocrisy is his practice
Over the past couple months, I've been reading and watching the saga surrounding State Representative Phil Hart. He refuses to pay taxes - both federal and state; sits on the Idaho House Taxation committee; accepts a state of Idaho paycheck for his Rep. job; has his expenses of per deim and travel costs reimbursed from the state coffers; and enjoys the fiscal perks of being a state representative. He seems to have no problem putting Idaho state tax money into his wallet but doesn't want to pay any Idaho taxes out of it - like the rest of us have to do. And because he is a state legislator on the Taxation Committee, he is exempted from paying taxes while enjoying the state reimbursement for his representative office that we taxpayers pay for.
LEASH LAWS: They apply to everyone
Whenever I walk my dog in Kiwanis Park in Post Falls, I clearly see all six signs stating "DOGS ON LEASHES ONLY." I wonder, do the signs apply to all dog owners or just some?
BIKE PATH: A sign of progress
Thanks to whoever was responsible for extending the Atlas Road Bike Path from the unbuilt subdivision to the south side of I-90. Doing so removed a very dangerous section of travel on Atlas Road when heading to the Centennial Trail.
HART: More like hearty laugh
My, my... kindred spirits; Phil Hart, Rosa Parks and Nelson Mandela. After I stopped laughing and gagging, I had to ask myself what kind of hindered spirits was Mr. Kelso drinking when we put those three people in the same sentence. He should have said Phil Hart, Moe and Curly and I could have swallowed that one. Also, why wasn't Mother Teresa, Ghandi and Lincoln mentioned? Now those three were always stirring the pot.
STRAHORN: Does not solve problem
I was amused by the adoration that was given by a select few toward the Hayden Lake City Council during the City Hall meeting, due to the city of Hayden Lake "fixing the traffic problem" by closing Hayden Lake's northbound section of Strahorn from Hayden Avenue to Miles.
ELECTION: Toss the bums out
Remember Nov. 2 is "take out the trash day." If you are tired of the way our current government is taking us, vote them out. No party lines, just get rid of the incompetent ones we now have in the U.S. Congress.
HART: It's all about character
How many questionable issues are we going to have to endure from Phil Hart? The article: AG: Hart Stole State Timber, Oct. 12, gives us a glimpse into Hart's character. Who does he point the finger at for his actions? Our loggers!
WEALTHY: Pay fair share of taxes
There are some millionaires with fortunes made on Wall Street who might like to know that they have a friend in Idaho... or a friend anywhere, for that matter. In Idaho his name is Phil Membury.
Winton receives honor
School recognized for academic performance
Winton Elementary School in Coeur d'Alene is one of 10 schools statewide to be recognized this week by the Idaho State Board of Education for making strides in academic achievement this year.
Watergate-era NY Times editor to speak at NIC
Former New York Times editor and author Robert Phelps will speak at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 21 in North Idaho College Molstead Library's Todd Hall.
Bonners Ferry downs St. Maries for 3A District 1-2 championship
Lumberjacks get another shot at state Saturday in play-in game
RATHDRUM — Andre Zirotti scored both goals for the Bonners Ferry Badgers as they defeated the St. Maries Lumberjacks 2-0 in the 3A District 1-2 boys soccer championship game Thursday at Hico Field to advance to the state tournament as the top seed.
Hospital leaders seek support
Initiative would allow facilities to incur debt without voter approval
COEUR d'ALENE - The CEOs of local public hospitals are on the campaign trail.
Local barbecue teams offer meals this weekend
COEUR d'ALENE - The West Slope BBQAssociation will be cooking up a meal for the public this weekend to support local community events and competitions.
Entertainment Briefs for October 15, 2010
Bette Midler joins 'Priscilla Queen of the Desert'
Get your planting shovel ready
Fall planting of trees and shrubs might go against your grain.
Stock market rallies for a flat finish
NEW YORK - Stocks closed little changed Thursday on another disappointing jobs report and growing concern over an investigation of banks' foreclosure practices. But the market made up earlier losses as investors anticipated that the Federal Reserve will take steps soon to strengthen the economy.
Dentist disputes Medicaid changes
Says he'll have to stop seeing some patients
COEUR d'ALENE - A Coeur d'Alene dentist said he'll have to stop treating 2,000 patients due to changes in Medicaid reimbursements.
Police go to the tape for guitar theft
COEUR d'ALENE - The eye in the sky doesn't lie.
In China, it's all about the jade cabbage
Jade elephants?
Life's a bumpy road
Loren Heisel, HANG IN THERE!
It's not just about the piano
Val Wold, 11, adds some laughter to his piano concerts
Val Wold is, in many ways, your typical 11-year-old boy.
Summer Palace a showcase of history
BEIJING - The tour guide told stories about it on the way - fun ones, too, about emperors and concubines and eunuchs.
Records Oct. 15, 2010
CRIME REPORTS
Postseason features wobbly fielding
So much for Chase Utley, Josh Hamilton and their playoff pals handling every grounder, popup and throw with ease. So far, this October is all about those Es.
A gift from seniors
We can hear you youngsters snickering in the back of the room.
Victims testify they were touched, shown porn
COEUR d’ALENE — The first girl to tell her family about the lewd and sexual acts with minors allegedly perpetrated by Robert Del Critchfield was the last to tell the jury.
Wait until Halloween's over
Humane society restricts adoptions of black cats until after holiday
COEUR d'ALENE - They're not going to waste one of their lives at your Halloween party.
Do your homework before planting trees
When Lynne and Kemper Smith moved to Golden, Colo., from Florida six years ago, they bought a new house and planted trees - fruit trees out back and a cache of aspen near the front door.
Briefs October 15, 2010
Injury crash closes U.S. 95 Wednesday
What's new, cool and wrong on Netflix
Ticket Stubs
Thanks to recent updates on Netflix's Instant View collection, you can safely cancel your cable subscription (after Sunday's "Mad Men" finale, of course).
Ready to scare the pants off you
Post Falls Lions Haunted House opens tonight
POST FALLS - Each fall, Post Falls Lions members turn devilish - even beyond their normal behavior.
The Front Row with JIM LITKE October 15, 2010
Big Ben can do more with less on Sunday
As long as he doesn't overthink it, this should be easy.
Cd'A Resort to hold auditions for variety show
COEUR d'ALENE - The Coeur d'Alene Resort is inviting performers of every kind to audition for a holiday variety show.
A cool Internet thing
I'm a habitual Facebook user, and I say this without shame. Since I'm from Chicago originally - and since most of my best friends live hundreds of miles away - I use the social network to communicate. I check out the latest pictures from Iowa football games (go Hawks!), write snarky comments on friends' walls, and reconnect with people I haven't seen for several years.
Pac-10 reshaped by ups, downs
PHOENIX — The tremors started last season.
Minnick, Labrador trade barbs
Candidates nearly bicker about campaign ads
BOISE - Democratic U.S. Rep. Walt Minnick called for bipartisan solutions to cure the nation's economic woes even as he and his Republican challenger, Raul Labrador, traded sharp barbs during a debate Thursday.
Time to climb the wall
There's a lot of walking involved.
Vikings not resting on laurels
Lakeland’s bid for playoffs starts tonight
His team is 5-1, ranked second in the state in 5A, and coming off convincing victories in successive weeks over the top-ranked and third-ranked teams in Idaho. It’s lone loss is to a team ranked No. 1 in 4A in Washington.
Movers & Shakers October 15, 2010
University Inn receives Best Western honor
St. Maries completes another undefeated IML season
ST. MARIES — Marlee Masterson had 18 kills, three aces and one block as the St. Maries Lumberjacks beat the Priest River Spartans 25-9, 25-16, 25-10 in the Intermountain League finale for both teams Thursday night.
Wikipedia page has an issue with Coeur d'Alene police
COEUR d'ALENE - When Dan Gookin took a look at Wikipedia's page on Coeur d'Alene Wednesday to see the latest it had on the Lake City, he was greeted by this headline:
Questions answered
Timberlake advances to state in girls soccer for first time
RATHDRUM — In just their third season with a girls soccer program, the Timberlake Tigers are headed to their first state tournament, starting next Thursday in Twin Falls.
The art of haggling
BEIJING - It's a warning all inveterate Chinese travelers pass on.
Nelson tops in online poll for commissioner
Readers of cdapress.com would re-elect Jai Nelson, the primary winner for Kootenai County commissioner. But not by a lot - and second place is something of a surprise.
Who do you support for Kootenai County Clerk?
Candlelight vigil awaits Westboro encore
North Idaho College said today that students will be
Legals October. 15, 2010
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE On FRIDAY, JANUARY 14, 2011, AT THE HOUR OF 11:00 o'clock A.M., local time, of said day, at the front steps of the Kootenai County Courthouse, 501 Government Way, Coeur d'Alene, Idaho 83814, Jonathon D. Hallin, as Successor Trustee, will sell at public auction to the highest bidder, for cash, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, the following described real property, together with fixtures, of the following described real property in Kootenai County, Idaho: Lot 70 in Block 8 of GOZZER RANCH GOLF & LAKE CLUB I, according to the plat thereof, filed in Book "J" of Plats at Page 262 through 262 "O", official records of Kootenai County, Idaho. Note: The address of the subject property is described as follows: 5943 S. Grainger St., Harrison, ID 83833 The Trustee has no knowledge of a more particular description of the above referenced real property for purposes of compliance with Section 60-113 Idaho Code. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty regarding title, possession or encumbrance to satisfy the obligations secured by and pursuant to the power of sale conferred in the Deed of Trust described as follows: A Deed of Trust to secure an indebtedness of $562,500.00, and any other amounts as therein provided, payable under the terms, conditions, provisions and stipulations thereof. DATED: February 17, 2006 GRANTOR: William H. Rabold and Suzanne M. Rabold, husband and wife and Kevin D. Sokol and Cindy K. Sokol, husband and wife TRUSTEE: Alliance Title & Escrow Corporation BENEFICIARY: Mountain West Bank RECORDED: February 28, 2006 INSTRUMENT NO.: 2016169 LOAN NO.: 01-7723752 THE GRANTORS NAMED HEREIN ARE LISTED TO COMPLY WITH SECTION 45-1506 OF THE IDAHO CODE. No representation is made whether or not they are currently responsible for the obligation listed herein. The default for which this sale is to be made is the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is in default for failure of the obligors to pay the balance due when the loan matured on August 1, 2010. As of August 12, 2010, the outstanding principal balance owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust was $560,111.30, plus accrued interest and late charges in the amount of $10,294.49. Additional interest accrues at the rate of 5.000000% per annum or $76.72757 per day. Grantors must also pay outstanding taxes, interest, penalties, late charges, service charges, appraisal fees, title policy fees, and any other disbursements, costs, fees or expenses incurred or paid by the Beneficiary and/or Trustee associated with this Notice of Default and/or foreclosure as provided by the Deed of Trust, Promissory Note, or by Idaho law. JONATHON D. HALLIN, Attorney at Law, is successor trustee of said Deed of Trust. DATED: September 8, 2010. ____________________________ JONATHON HALLIN, Trustee 601 E. Front Ave., Suite 502, Coeur d'Alene, Idaho 83814 208-667-0517 Legal 0871 September 24, 2010 October 1, 8, 15, 2010
Thursday, October 14
Chief Allan speaks
Tribal leader inspires on economic development
COEUR d'ALENE - The Coeur d'Alene Tribe knows a little something about economic development.
Tickets on sale for benefit game
POST FALLS - Tickets are on sale for the Harlem Ambassadors-Post Falls Kiwanis Klassics benefit basketball game at Post Falls High on Tuesday, Nov. 2, at 6:30 p.m.
Humanities lead to wisdom
Albert Einstein said, "When I examine myself and my methods of thought, I come to the conclusion that the gift of fantasy has meant more to me than any talent for abstract, positive thinking." One of the brightest scientific minds in history valued fantasy, perhaps more than his great powers of observation and logic which led to the theory of relativity and other basics of modern science.
2010 election focuses on 2009 election
County clerk candidates say changes needed
COEUR d'ALENE - The recent lawsuit that challenged the November 2009 city of Coeur d'Alene election, and placed the county's Elections Office under the legal microscope, is taking center stage in the election race for Kootenai County Clerk.
Records October 14, 2010
CRIME REPORTS
Eco-Fashion Show is Oct. 16 at Eagles
COEUR d'ALENE - Junk2Funk Eco-Fashion Show takes center stage this year at the Eagles Club Ballroom, 209 Sherman Ave. in downtown Coeur d'Alene at 6:30 p.m. Saturday.
Fish ladder dedication ceremony held in Thompson Falls
A dedication ceremony for the newly constructed fish ladder on the Thompson Falls Dam was held Sept. 8 in Thompson Falls, Mont. The dedication marks the completion of the multi-million dollar project, which was funded by the energy company PPL Montana.
The Front Row with MARK NELKE October 14, 2010
Braves, Bobby put out of our misery
I'm not sure which was more sad - watching Bobby Cox say good-bye the other night after two decades as manager of the Atlanta Braves, or watching a struggling Braves team lacking in professional hitters lose to the Giants in the first round of the playoffs.
Lights, camera ... cook
Celebrity chef will be chopping his way to Cd'A on Dec. 2
COEUR d'ALENE - Put a little pizzazz in this year's holiday cooking.
'This feels so peaceful and safe'
Visit to historic site not what most travelers were expecting
BEIJING - Something felt off.
A visit to Beijing's royal real estate
BEIJING - The heavy weighted doors are yawned open, and stepping through them opens a little bit of imagination.
Agencies to hold school zone emphasis patrol
Area law enforcement agencies throughout Kootenai County will hold school zone emphasis patrols all of next week as part of a national safety program.
Barb Bradley named Citizen of the Year
COEUR d'ALENE - For more than 35 years of volunteer work, Barbara Bradley was named Citizen of the Year by the Coeur d'Alene Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday.
Vandals eager to get back at it
The Idaho Vandals took a few days off early last week, when they had a bye.
Lake City headed to state
COEUR d’ALENE — In a matter of two minutes Wednesday, the Lake City Timberwolves took advantage of a couple of fast breaks to defeat the Post Falls Trojans 2-0 in a 5A Region 1 girls soccer tournament semifinal match at the Irma Anderl Soccer Complex, advancing to the state 5A tournament Oct. 21-23 at the Idaho Falls Soccer Complex.
Deer drivers: Please be careful
Car/wildlife collisions rise in October
COEUR d'ALENE - With an estimated 200,000 whitetail deer living in North Idaho, it's bound to happen this winter: One of them will wind up in front of your car speeding along the highway.
Fall has the fish biting
Fish Tips
Fall fishing is in full effect from here to Lewiston for fishermen looking to get outside.
Pearl shopping in China isn't for everyone
Capitalism definitely has a place in this communist country
BEIJING - Marilee Wallace wavered, staring at the price on the calculator.
Foreclosure anger hits fall election campaign
MIAMI (AP) — Three weeks before the election, anger over tainted home foreclosure documents is bursting into the battle for control of Congress, especially in hard-hit states such as Nevada and Florida. Democrats in tight races in the worst housing markets are pressing for a national moratorium, putting a reluctant White House on the spot.
Author to speak at Cd'A Resort
Sara Paretsky is creator of V.I. Warshawski crime fiction novels
COEUR d'ALENE - Sara Paretsky once told a magazine editor that if she were elected president, the first thing she would do is "set up a Department of Restoring the Bill of Rights. I would have 10,000 people working there."
Earnings reports push stocks higher, Dow up 76
NEW YORK - Better than expected earnings reports from three corporate bellwethers helped push stocks to their fourth day of gains on Wednesday, even though the companies themselves didn't get to enjoy the rally.
Lawmaker's lawyer backs client's income tax fights
BOISE (AP) - State Rep. Phil Hart's attorney has likened the lawmaker's legal fights over unpaid income taxes to the struggles of civil rights legend Rosa Parks and former South African President Nelson Mandela.
Post Falls school turns 100
Centennial celebration scheduled for Saturday
POST FALLS - Watching Pleasantview School being restored piece by piece is a sight that Bob Ickes never gets tired of.
Mirren crowned new queen of action
NEW YORK - Helen Mirren is so good playing a veteran spy in "RED" that her co-stars are starting to wondering whether she's really acting.
Sylvia Jean Myers Geddes, 74
Sylvia Jean Myers Geddes, 74, longtime Hayden Lake resident, passed away Oct. 13, 2010, after a long struggle with polymyositis.
Gloria Noble
Child of God, Loving Wife, Mother, Daughter and Friend. Gloria has entered through the gates of heaven and now is eternally in the house of our Lord.
Scott M. Hernandez, 22
Scott M. Hernandez, 22, a Coeur d'Alene native passed on into heaven Oct. 2, 2010.
Charles Harvey Louks, 88
Charles Harvey Louks, passed away Oct. 11, 2010. He was born March 3, 1922, in Hot Springs, S.D., to Charles Russell Louks and Carl Irene (Jones) Louks.
Famous author speaks in CdA Friday
Northern Idaho Distinguished Humanities Lecture and Dinner
'Spice' drug rule goes into effect Friday
Gov. C.L. “Butch” Otter on Friday will sign a temporary rule making the chemically-laced incense Spice illegal in Idaho.
Police: Alcohol factor in 95 crash
COEUR d'ALENE — An injury crash on Wednesday night caused the area of a natural gas regulatory station to be evacuated and U.S. 95 south of the Spokane River bridge to be closed more than two hours due to a gas line break.
Spooks await thrill-seekers
The Post Falls Lion's Club will hold its haunted house at the corner of Fourth and Post starting tomorrow.
Celebrity Chef chopping his way to Cd'A Dec. 2.
By TOM HASSLINGER
Legals October. 14, 2010
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE TS No. 10-0089317 Title Order No. NWT006760 Parcel No. RJ35900000L0The following described property will be sold at public auction to the highest bidder, payable in lawful money of the United States, In the lobby of Pioneer Title Company of Kootenai County located at 100 Wallace Avenue, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814, on 01/24/2011 at 11:00 am, (recognized local time) for the purpose of foreclosing that certain Deed of Trust recorded 10/23/2006 as Instrument Number 2062766000, and executed by DANIEL MORENO, AN UNMARRIED MAN, as Grantor(s), in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., as Beneficiary, to RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., the Current Trustee of record, covering the following real property located in Kootenai County, state of Idaho: UNIT "L" IN BLACK BAY VILLAGE CONDOMINIUMS, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT RECORDED IN BOOK "J" OF PLATS, PAGE 359, RECORDS OF KOOTENAI COUNTY, IDAHO. TOGETHER WITH THE COMMON ELEMENTS AS IDENTIFIED AND DEFINED IN THE CONDOMINIUM DECLARATION RECORDED AUGUST 17, 2006 AS INSTRUMENT NO. 2050264000, RECORDS OF KOOTENAI COUNTY, IDAHO. The Trustee has no knowledge of a more particular description of the above referenced real property, but for purpose of compliance with Idaho Code, Section 60-113, the Trustee has been informed that the street address of, 1466 E MORDYL LOOP , POST FALLS, ID 83854 is sometimes associated with said real property. Bidders must be prepared to tender the trustee the full amount of the bid at the sale in the form of cash, or a cashier's check drawn on a state or federally insured savings institution. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances to satisfy the obligation secured by and pursuant to the power of sale conferred in that certain Deed of Trust. The default for which this sale is to be made is: Failure to pay the monthly payment due 08/01/2008 of principal, interest and impounds and subsequent installments due thereafter; plus late charges, with interest currently accruing at 6.375% per annum; together with all subsequent sums advanced by beneficiary pursuant to the terms and conditions of said Deed of Trust, and any supplemental modifications thereto. The principal balance owing as of this date on said obligation is $190,671.20, plus interest, costs and expenses actually incurred in enforcing the obligations thereunder and in this sale, together with any unpaid and /or accruing real property taxes, and/or assessments, attorneys' fees, Trustees' fees and costs, and any other amount advanced to protect said security, as authorized in the promissory note secured by the aforementioned Deed of Trust. Therefore, the Beneficiary elects to sell, or cause said trust property to be sold, to satisfy said obligation. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE, AND THAT THE DEBT MAY BE DISPUTED. THE ABOVE GRANTORS ARE NAMED TO COMPLY WITH SECTION 45-1506(4)(a) IDAHO CODE. NO REPRESENTATION IS MADE THAT THEY ARE, OR ARE NOT, PRESENTLY RESPONSIBLE FOR THIS OBLIGATION. DATED: 09/14/2010 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. Name and Address of the Current Trustee is: RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-914-01-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 80028-1821 Successor Trustee PHONE: (800) 281-8219 Melody Dewald ASAP# 3736480 Legal 0915 September 23, 30, 2010 October 7, 14, 2010
Wednesday, October 13
JOBS: Let's rebuild the nation
I was just thinking about what might help put our country back into a working, prosperous mode again. Looking back over a 40-year career in the engineering field and having had the opportunity to work on some very large projects for the Aerospace, Petro/Chem, Power and Nuclear industries for both the department of energy and the department of defense. I realized how many people had made the decision to relocate to various locations of the United States to work on these projects. Engineering, construction and all the related disciplines required thousands and thousands of people to accomplish the completion of these projects and operate them. As a result, all the relocated families required homes to live in which usually caused quite a population growth and building boom. The building boom caused a huge impact on manufacturing of building materials. Think of all the things it takes to build a house. Many businesses were built in the area to supply all the items to build these homes.
LABRADOR: Don't buy Minnick's spin
Democrat Congressman Walt Minnick's campaign never ceases to amaze me. With millions of dollars to spend, his first two television spots attack Raul Labrador on immigration. Where were his positive ads extolling his votes in Congress and all the beneficial things he has accomplished for the citizens of Idaho? I must have missed them.
LABRADOR: Record speaks for itself, alas
Will the election of Raul Labrador to Congress in Idaho's First District race be a rubber stamp for Obama's plans to amnesty millions of illegal aliens? Will Labrador represent illegal aliens, as he does in his immigration law practice, or will he serve Idaho citizens?
ELECTION: Honor non-partisan status
I applaud Judge Hosack's decision reaffirming Mike Kennedy's election victory for Coeur d'Alene City Council last November. People should be clear however that this lawsuit by Mr. Brannon and his shadowy financial backers was a blatant attempt in a non-partisan city election to unseat a fairly elected person who was seen as a Democrat with a political future (if Mr. Kennedy wants it).
HUNTING: Sickened by graphic photos
I cannot imagine that I was the only one of your readers who was sickened by the photographs of hunters with their "trophies" on the cover of the Outdoor section of Thursday's Press.
PAPPAS: He's just too insulting
Who is Jimmy Pappas? Is he on your editorial board to provoke comment, or what? His latest diatribe on Oct. 1 was over the top! If not he must be an Obama Kool-Aid drinker who feels remorse for backing his election as "organizer-in-chief."
STRAHORN: When negatives hit home
"Doing right by your constituents," "Taking care of yours." Call it what you will, the City Council of Hayden Lake decided to change Strahorn exactly how the people of the city wanted it. I am a city of Hayden resident who does not approve of Hayden Lake's decision to change this street.
EDUCATION: It's issue Number 1
It seems we have been hoodwinked again or still! As I listen to politicians and political candidates and read some of the letters to the editor, it occurs to me it is no accident the United States Education system has fallen from No. 1 to 12th in the world. Big corporations and people in power have intentionally dumbed down our populations for their own benefits.
VOTE: Don't let minority dictate
The time to vote on Nov. 2 is rapidly approaching.
MEDICARE: It's no laughing matter
Regarding the Oct. 1 letter, "Medical bill inflames the pain," we sure don't need Obama's care. But the billing codes are good to blame cost on. My pain was Medicare paying $1,500 to a physical therapist who only billed $800. That seemed high enough for five short visits to my home for knee surgery.
ECONOMY: Base it on production
Isn't it about time for someone to tell the real truth and not worry about looking good? I, like everyone else of my age, have allowed myself to become totally dependant on government for support. I fought against Socialism Security most of my life and resented it when it was automatically deducted from every paycheck without even a chance to hold my earnings for a few minutes. It just didn't seem fair in a free country. I never did trust politicians, but was just vaguely aware as they were stealing the richest fund that the federal system had and replaced it with worthless I O U's.
The Front Row with JASON ELLIOTT October 13, 2010
Ready or not, here come the big games
When it comes to college football, one off day can hurt you more than you'd like to admit.
Records October 13, 2010
DIVORCES FILED
Have you had your nerve system checked lately?
If your nerve system doesn't work right, YOU don't work right! Through our nerve system we are able to express many things in life. We can enjoy a beautiful sunset, the sound of a baby's giggle, run to catch the bus, savor the aroma of freshly baked bread, and yes, even produce the right amount of stomach acid to help digest dinner. These are just some of the many expressions of your nerve system.
Briefs October 13, 2010
Post Falls man injured during motorcycle crash
'The Masked Musketeer' premiers at 7 tonight
Play presented by Panther Players of Cd'A Charter Academy
COEUR d'ALENE - "The Masked Musketeer" opens tonight at the Coeur d'Alene Charter Academy.
Jazz up some wheat bread with wheat berries
Wheat berries are the whole grain from which wheat flour is milled. And they increasingly are being used as a standalone grain. Cooked and eaten similar to rice, oats and barley, they have a pleasantly chewy texture and a nutty taste.
Winning the water war
This might be "the issue of the decade" for North Idaho.
WinEconomy semi-annual update
It has been about six months since I wrote about pricing and supply trends in the wine industry so I figured it might be a good time to update wine consumers on those trends. When we last wrote retail prices for wine were coming down quite relentlessly due to an over-supply and the general economic trends in the country.
Lakeland girls ousted at regionals
GIRLS SOCCER
Baby sitter being held on $1M bond
Prosecutor has 60 days to decide whether it will seek death penalty
COEUR d'ALENE - The 25-year-old female baby sitter accused of killing a 3-year-old boy is being held in Kootenai County jail on a $1 million bond.
T-Wolf stunner
Osborne-Moss’ OT goal sends Lake City to state; Viks also qualify
POST FALLS — Last Thursday, Lake City was playing to avoid facing rival Coeur d’Alene in a 5A Region 1 tournament loser-out game on Tuesday afternoon.
Contempt charge dropped
McCrory, attorney asked judge not to dismiss the suit
COEUR d'ALENE - The contempt of court charges are dismissed.
Gene test aims for better heart disease detection
Healthy Lifestyles
It's not a perfect test. Yet researchers report a key step for the first gene test aimed at reducing unnecessary angiograms - expensive and somewhat risky procedures that hundreds of thousands of Americans have each year to check for clogged arteries. Most of these exams, done in hospital cardiac catheterization labs, turn out negative.
Authorities seek fugitive
The North Idaho Violent Crimes Task Force is seeking information leading to the apprehension of Todd Alan Book.
What you should know about Palliative Care
Palliative care encompasses a kind of "whole-person" care for patients faced with serious illness.
Midlife crisis
Food for Thought
While driving to my office last night I see the most beautiful sunset. The sky is orangey-red as half the sun sinks below the pine-lined horizon. The eastern sky slowly fades from blue, purple then indigo as darkness swallows the light and day turns to night. I whisper, "Wow," as the sun disappears and wonder aloud, "How many more sunsets as beautiful as this will I see in my life?"
A sly 'Simpsons' opening by graffiti artist Banksy
NEW YORK - The always clever and often subversive opening sequence for "The Simpsons" took a darker-than-usual turn with Sunday's episode, depicting the animation process for the Fox cartoon series as sweatshop drudgery performed by an exploited Asian underclass.
Cougars showing signs of life
Still much work to be done, but WSU now competitive
Washington State is clearly improving at the midpoint of its season, throwing a scare into No. 2 Oregon before a late-game fade led to another loss.
Northwest Notes October 13, 2010
NIC men to hold
Mine rescue begins
SAN JOSE MINE, Chile - To hugs, cheers and tears, rescuers using a missile-like escape capsule began pulling 33 men one by one to fresh air and freedom at last early Wednesday, 69 days after they were trapped in a collapsed mine almost a half-mile underground.
Barbie donning pink diamond choker set for NY sale
NEW YORK - Big girls will love this Barbie.
Go green on the inside
Let's face it; Being green is an important aspect of life today. Preserving the environment through the use of recyclable products, buying produce and other groceries locally, using energy efficient appliances, and using alternative modes of transportation are definitely trendy. Yet, eating green to save the planet and our health has yet to catch on.
A muffin to top all other muffins
The goal here was simple: an autumnal muffin to top all other muffins.
Sexual abuse trial begins
COEUR d'ALENE - A jury on Tuesday heard opening statements in a sexual abuse and lewd conduct case involving nine alleged victims - all girls age 13 and younger - and a 35-year-old man who could be sentenced up to life in prison if found guilty.
Half a world away
North Idaho residents arrive in China on chamber of commerce tour
BEIJING - They had ideas of what it would be like when they arrived.
At college October 13, 2010
Danielle Meehan
Movers & Shakers October 13, 2010
Yellowstone Watch, Watches by Gosh to share space
Senior benefits to stay fixed
Residents prepare for second year with no Social Security increase
COEUR d'ALENE - Judy Lingle is 67 years old, and she's still working.
Spirit Lake downtown revitalization takes shape
Public input sought on revitalization proposal at Thursday open house
SPIRIT LAKE - An open house to view a proposal to revitalize downtown Spirit Lake will be held from 6-7:30 p.m. Thursday at the senior and community center, 32564 N. Fourth Ave.
Construction nears end
RATHDRUM - Road construction on U.S. 95 north of Coeur d'Alene should be completed by the end of this month, according to Barbara Babic, spokeswoman for the Idaho Transportation Department.
Learn about candidates tonight
County, state legislative hopefuls to speak at forum at Cd'A Library
COEUR d'ALENE - A candidate forum featuring the county and state legislative races in the Nov. 2 election will be held at 6:30 p.m. tonight at the Coeur d'Alene Library, 702 E. Front.
It's a great October for color
My second favorite North Idaho season is autumn and this is shaping up to be one of those glorious, golden Octobers we love. I've noticed we still have most of our flowers still in bloom in the yard, now with the backdrop of gold, red and amber leaves on the trees.
Anderson recalled for hard work, fairness
Whether he was making decisions as a Kootenai County commissioner or serving for several local law enforcement agencies, Michael Anderson will be remembered as a respected and reliable hard worker.
Nia is like chocolate
Nia is like chocolate. How do you describe the taste of chocolate? You can't, you just have to taste it. Just like chocolate, you have to experience Nia to savor its magical flavor.
How lasers may benefit YOU...
If we can provide a higher standard of care that is longer lasting, more comfortable and cost effective then why wouldn't we ?" Now is the time to take that next step! We are extremely excited to introduce to you two advanced dental technologies. The Versawave hard tissue dental laser and The Diodent soft tissue dental laser. These lasers made new dental treatments possible while improving on traditional ones.
Overseas flights: Truly a marathon of patience
It isn't as brutal as it sounds, a 12-hour jaunt across the Pacific.
Despite freezes, U.S. still racking up foreclosures
MIAMI - For most Americans at risk of losing their homes, the brutal business of foreclosure goes on.
Highway 95 now open
Nick Theissen, 60
Nick passed away on Oct. 10, 2010, surrounded by his family whom he dearly loved. He was born April 20, 1950, to John and Donna Theissen in Lewiston.
Michael Anderson, 55
Michael George Anderson passed away on Oct. 10, 2010, at the age of 55 at his home in Kamiah. Mike was born to Henry (Hank) and Clara Anderson in Coeur d'Alene on May 16, 1955.
Rathdrum annex request OK'd
RATHDRUM — The Rathdrum City Council on Tuesday night approved a 60.7-acre annexation request north of Highway 53 and east of Meyer Road.
China visitors experience Tiananmen past, present
By ALECIA WARREN
Pearl shopping in China isn't for everyone
By ALECIA WARREN
HISSONG: Her experience rules
There is but one right choice for the next Kootenai County Coroner - Jody DeLuca Hissong. For more than 26 years, Jody has been the current Coroner's deputy, 24/7/365, and has gained tremendous experience responding to all types of situations, faithfully, professionally, and in a timely manner. All of this translates to one valuable item - EXPERIENCE.
ENGLISH: Always responsive
I support Dan English for County Clerk. As a former fellow school board member for the Coeur d'Alene School District, I found Dan to be thorough and fair in his study of the issues and thoughtful in his deliberations. As a business owner and Mayor of Hayden, I know I can call Dan with a broad range of questions, and he will respond to me quickly.
KETCHUM: Good for NIC, citizens
President Obama recently underscored community colleges as critical to our future economic success. It seems that all facets of our society are at a crossroads during this time of extreme challenge. Our local community college is not exempt. We have an opportunity to elect a highly qualified individual to serve on the North Idaho College Board of Trustees.
WILKEY: Has lots of support
Debbie Wilkey is a registered nurse, forensic anthropologist and former police officer. She has the support of police, teachers and the medical community. Dr. Robert West, Kootenai County's longest serving coroner, has endorsed Debbie Wilkey to replace him. I trust Dr. West. I trust Debbie Wilkey to hold this important position and will join my friends and associates in voting for Debbie on Nov. 2.
ALLRED: Respected consensus builder
I became acquainted with Keith Allred when in 2004 I joined Common Interest, the citizen advocacy group he created and led. I observed Keith engage in authentic, respectful dialogue with both Democrat and Republican legislators while the legislature was in session. He demonstrated integrity, scholarship and effectiveness as he worked to implement Common Interest objectives on behalf of its members.
MARANO: She's inspired to serve
I believe Paula Marano is the best choice and voice to represent District 4, Seat B.
Robert J. Hartley, 87
Robert J. Hartley, 87, left this world to join his family in heaven on Oct. 9, 2010. He was born Jan. 23, 1923, in Sebring, Ohio, the youngest of 10.
George T. Mather, 89
George T. Mather, 89, passed away Oct. 12, 2010. He was born March 1, 1921, in Brockton, Mass., to Thomas and Mary (Homus) Mather.
Bill Hildreth, 91
Dorrence "Bill" Hildreth, 91, of Sandpoint, died Oct. 12, 2010, at Kootenai Medical Center in Coeur d'Alene. He was born March 28, 1919, in Sandpoint to Edward and Mary (Martin) Hildreth.
Maynard Clarence Olson, 88
Maynard C. Olson, 88, of Coeur d'Alene, passed away Sunday, Oct. 10, 2010, at Legends Assisted Living Community in Coeur d'Alene after an extended battle with cancer and COPD. He was born Feb. 23, 1922, in Muscatine, Iowa, to Louis and Phoebe J. (Holliday) Olson.
Legals October. 13, 2010
NOTICE The INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE, a private, for profit collection agency, not an agency of the Federal Government, has recorded a NOTICE OF FEDERAL TAX LIEN at the KOOTENAI COUNTY RECORDER'S Office against me, Roger Morris, living at 478 Bear Track Ln. Athol, Bonner County, Idaho. This lien was recorded without authorization or legal standing. This lien was not filed pursuant to IC 45-202, The IDAHO SECRETARY OF STATE has no record of said lien, and therefore it is null and void. This notice will serve as lawful warning to any person who complies with any demand with regard to this bogus lien, that they do so at their PERSONAL FINANCIAL risk. Legal 0905 September 22, 29, 2010 October 6, 13, 2010
Tuesday, October 12
Lights bright at Playhouse
Community theater off to strong start
COEUR d'ALENE - "Evita" did more than earn standing ovations during its run that wrapped up Sunday at the Lake City Playhouse.
Sports Briefs October 12, 2010
Football
Ovechkin's OT goal dooms Ottawa
Alex Ovechkin scored with 31.1 seconds remaining in overtime, lifting the host Washington Capitals to a 3-2 victory over the Ottawa Senators on Monday night.
Jets overcome Favre's milestone
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) - Brett Favre brushed off a miserable start with a milestone night that almost led Minnesota back, but Dwight Lowery returned an interception 26 yards for a touchdown with 1:30 left as the New York Jets (4-1) beat the Vikings 29-20 on Monday night.
Poll: Weak economic growth expected through 2011
WASHINGTON - Top forecasters say the economy will grow this year and next at a slower pace than previously thought, weakened by governments and consumers spending less so they can pay down debt.
All over the field
Three-year Hawks starter Thorne makes big plays on offense, defense
Senior Cory Thorne has made most of his impact on defense for the Lakeland Hawks over the last three seasons.
Northwest Notes October 12, 2010
WAC honors players of week
Water well in hand
With the exception of air, our survival depends most on water. Yet 1 billion people lack access to safe water. Half of hospitalizations worldwide are due to water-related diseases, which cause 1.4 million children's deaths each year.
Mullan Trail Elementary turns cookie dough into dough
Alexis Hart brings in more than $1K for school; Students raise $13,500
POST FALLS - Give kids a carrot - or a limo ride is even better - and they'll make their school a better place.
'Hawks' Branch traded to Patriots
RENTON, Wash. (AP) - Deion Branch is headed back to New England.
Westwood to replace Woods as World No. 1
ST. ANDREWS, Scotland (AP) -- Lee Westwood is set to replace Tiger Woods at the top of the Official World Golf Ranking on Oct. 31 after saying Sunday he does not expect to play again until November because of an ankle injury.
AG: Hart stole state timber
Lawmaker logged state endowment land to build home
BOISE (AP) - A North Idaho lawmaker who the state attorney general says stole timber from state endowment land intended to benefit schoolchildren appears to be clear of a $22,827 bill because more than five years have passed since the state filed liens.
The Front Row with John Leicester October 12, 2010
Contador's lawyers face uphill task
PARIS - Alberto Contador advances a host of claims, from contaminated meat to questionable laboratory practices, to explain why he shouldn't be punished for testing positive at this year's Tour de France for the banned performance-enhancer clenbuterol. But closer scrutiny of his arguments suggests that his lawyers could have a very hard time getting the three-time Tour champion off the hook. Here are some reasons why:
Last call may be extended
Outdoor drinking cutoff could revert to previous time of 11 p.m.
COEUR d’ALENE — Last call’s back to last year’s.
Chips Shots October 12, 2010
• HOLE IN ONE
Small nonprofits face IRS filing deadline
Friday last day to save tax-exempt status
COEUR d'ALENE - You have a chili cook-off and a spaghetti dinner each year to help raise the $5,000 your small nonprofit desperately needs to continue serving the community.
Rathdrum annex request draws concerns
Hearing tonight; Sewer rates proposed to increase 4.5 percent
RATHDRUM - The Rathdrum City Council tonight will hold a public hearing on a 60.7-acre annexation request that has some neighbors outraged.
Giants send Cox into retirement
San Francisco head to NLCS for first time since 2002
ATLANTA - The San Francisco Giants won another thriller, again with help from some shaky Atlanta defense, and they're off to the NL championship series for the first time since 2002.
Woman acquitted in Winfrey South Africa school scandal
JOHANNESBURG - A woman accused of abusing teenagers at Oprah Winfrey's school for girls in South Africa was acquitted of the charges Monday, and Winfrey said she was "profoundly disappointed" by the trial's outcome.
Idaho second quarter exports rise
Sales number is $17.3 million less than record high two years ago
Idaho export sales increased 54 percent in the second quarter compared with the year-earlier period. In the second quarter, exports reached $2.566 billion, which is $17.3 million less than the record high two years ago, according to the Idaho Department of Commerce.
Movers & Shakers October 12, 2010
The Idaho Department of Labor said there is a job fair Wednesday at Real Life Ministries, 1866 N. Cecil Road, in Post Falls.
Taking a shot at downtown
NRA instructor seeks to open non-lethal shooting gallery on 2nd Street
COEUR d'ALENE - Say you're a housewife who wants to shoot some would-be crook creeping across your kitchen.
Hook and ladder, anyone?
Boise State mixing in more trickery in games
BOISE (AP) - Boise State appears to be up to its old tricks.
Hawks come close in region opener
Prep Boys soccer October 12, 2010
MOSCOW - Brian Hann, a defender, scored an unassisted goal from 30 yards out for the Hawks late in the second half to tie up the match, but AJ Gayler found the net off a Kadin McGreevy feed to give Moscow a 2-1 win in the 4A Region 1 tournament opener on Monday.
Semi-truck crash injures driver
A 59-year-old truck driver was hurt after his semi-truck failed to negotiate the curve at Highway 41 and the Spirit Lake cutoff road, the Idaho State Police reported.
Minnick, Labrador TV ad war rages
Just received this press release from Walt Minnick's campaign. Are these ad campaigns actually changing anybody's minds or simply reinforcing what voters already believe? - Mike Patrick
Candidate forum Wednesday, also on TV
A candidate forum featuring the county and state legislative races in the Nov. 2 election will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday at the Coeur d'Alene Library, 702 E. Front.
A cooler 'La Nina' may mean more snow than usual this winter
Our snowfall predictions were originally planned for Oct. 18. I'm still compiling our detailed winter city forecasts and promise to have the complete list next week and more information on the upcoming winter season. However, as a preview, I'm expecting Coeur d'Alene and surrounding regions to have approximately 10 percent above average snowfall for the winter of 2010-11. At my station on Player Drive, I'm currently anticipating between 75 and 80 inches of the white stuff.
AG wants Hart to pay for timber
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — A North Idaho lawmaker who the state attorney general says stole timber from state endowment land intended to benefit schoolchildren appears to be clear of a $22,827 bill because more than five years have passed since the state filed liens.
North Idahoans land in China
By ALECIA WARREN
Legals October. 12, 2010
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE Trustee's Sale No. 02-FMB-73404 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, PIONEER TITLE OF ADA COUNTY DBA PIONEER LENDER TRUSTEE SERVICES, LLC, the duly appointed Successor Trustee, will on January 14, 2011, at the hour of 10:00 AM, of said day, FRONT ENTRANCE OF THE KOOTENAI COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 324 WEST GARDEN AVENUE, COEUR D'ALENE, ID, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, for cash, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, the following described real and personal property (hereafter referred to collectively as the "Property"), situated in the County of KOOTENAI, State of Idaho, to-wit: THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 34, TOWNSHIP 54 NORTH, RANGE 2 WEST, BOISE MERIDIAN, KOOTENAI COUNTY, STATE OF IDAHO, EXCEPT A TRACT CONVEYED TO H.R. ANDERSON BY DEED RECORDED IN BOOK 159 DEEDS, PAGE 457 DESCRIBED AS COMMENCING AT A POINT ON THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 34, WHICH SAID POINT IS IDENTIFIED AS BEING THE POINT OF INTERSECTION OF THE EAST LINE OF FORESTRY ROAD COMMONLY KNOWN AND REFERRED TO AS THE CAP HORN LOOKOUT ROAD, WITH SAID SOUTH LINE OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF NORTHWEST QUARTER WHICH POINT IS APPROXIMATELY 45 RODS EASTERLY FROM THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SAID SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF NORTHWEST QUARTER; THENCE NORTH ALONG THE EAST LINE OF SAID ROAD A DSITANCE OF 200 FEET; THENCE EAST AND PARALLEL TO THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID SOUTHWEST QUARTER, 200 FEET TO THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID SOUTHWEST QUARTER; THENCE WEST ALONG SAID SOUTH LINE 200 FEET TO BEGINNING. The Trustee has no knowledge of a more particular description of the above-referenced Property but, for purposes of compliance with Section 60-113 of Idaho Code, the Trustee has been informed that the address of 34560 NORTH LYVEL AVENUE , BAYVIEW, ID 83803, is sometimes associated with said real property. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty regarding title, possession or encumbrances to satisfy the obligation secured by and pursuant to the power of sale conferred in the Deed of Trust executed by NANCY C. HUGHES, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN, as Grantor, to CHICAGO TITLE INSURANCE COMPANY, as Trustee, for the benefit and security of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS, as Beneficiary, dated 1/12/2007, recorded 2/7/2007, under Instrument No. 2081832000, rerecorded under Auditor's/Recorder's No. 2271159000, Mortgage records of KOOTENAI County, IDAHO, the beneficial interest in which is presently held by OneWest Bank, FSB. THE ABOVE GRANTORS ARE NAMED TO COMPLY WITH SECTION 45-1506(4)(A), IDAHO CODE. NO REPRESENTATION IS MADE THAT THEY ARE, OR ARE NOT, PRESENTLY RESPONSIBLE FOR THIS OBLIGATION. The default for which is sale is made is the failure to pay when due under the Deed of Trust Note dated 1/12/2007, THE MONTHLY PAYMENT WHICH BECAME DUE ON 12/1/2008 AND ALL SUBSEQUENT MONTHLY PAYMENTS, PLUS LATE CHARGES AND OTHER COSTS AND FEES AS SET FORTH. Amount due as of September 10, 2010 Delinquent Payments from December 01, 2008 15 payments at $1,430.72 each $21,460.80 7 payments at $1,478.87 each $10,352.09 (12-01-08 through 09-10-10) Late Charges: $1,222.62 Beneficiary Advances: $1,269.00 Suspense Credit: $0.00 TOTAL: $34,304.51 All delinquencies are now due, together with unpaid and accruing taxes, assessments, trustee's fees, attorney's fees, costs and advances made to protect the security associated with this foreclosure. The principal balance is $207,000.00, together with interest thereon at 6.750% per annum from 11/1/2008 to 3/1/2010, 6.750% per annum from 3/1/2010, until paid. The Beneficiary elects to sell or cause the trust property to be sold to satisfy said obligation. Anyone having any objection to the sale on any grounds whatsoever will be afforded an opportunity to be heard as to those objections if they bring a lawsuit to restrain the same. DATED: 9/10/2010. PIONEER TITLE OF ADA COUNTY DBA PIONEER LENDER TRUSTEE SERVICES, LLC Trustee By Kara Lansberry, Assistant Trustee Officer c/o REGIONAL TRUSTEE SERVICES CORPORATION 616 1st Avenue, Suite 500 Seattle, WA 98104 Phone: (206) 340-2550 Sale Information: http://www.rtrustee.com ASAP# 3733738 Legal 0900 September 21, 28, 2010 October 5, 12, 2010
Monday, October 11
Bankrupt resort founder faces probe
Blixseth, ex-bookkeeper questioned by FBI
BILLINGS, Mont. - Two years after the bankruptcy of Montana's Yellowstone Club laid bare a massive real estate scheme fueled by greed, fraud and hundreds of millions of dollars in ill-advised loans, criminal investigators are probing the activities of one of the founders of the ultra-exclusive resort.
Gates reassuring allies in Vietnam
Defense Secretary: US won't cede its military power
HANOI, Vietnam - The United States will back up small Asian nations who feel bullied by China and will insist on diplomatic solutions to territorial disputes among China and Pacific neighbors, U.S. officials said.
Still losing
Participants have lost some 5,000 pounds since start of Peak’s Biggest Loser Challenge
COEUR d’ALENE — Losers they may be, but on Saturday morning at McEuen Field they all looked like athletes.
Prep soccer tournament schedules
5A Region 1 tournament
Port of Lewiston in business slump
Snake River seaport is 400 miles from West Coast
LEWISTON - The big barges and small cruise ships are almost a surreal sight as they sail past dun-colored farm fields and bare hills in the arid landscape of the inland Northwest.
The Front Row with Tim Dahlberg October 11, 2010
Favre wants no role in this drama
Brett Favre always figured to be the center of attention on this, the fifth week of the NFL season. Even before the Vikings signed Randy Moss, there were story lines aplenty in his return to New York to play against a team he parted ways with on shaky terms.
Stewart triumphs, but Johnson moves further ahead with third at Fontana
FONTANA, Calif. — “Smoke” finally got his win in California. Jimmie Johnson could be ready to smoke the field again.
No Social Security COLA expected for 2011
WASHINGTON - As if voters don't have enough to be angry about this election year, the government is expected to announce this week that more than 58 million Social Security recipients will go through another year without an increase in their monthly benefits.
Sports Briefs October 11, 2010
Heath Slocum's 60-foot birdie putt from behind the 16th green banged against the pin and disappeared into the cup for an unlikely birdie, sending him to a 2-under 68 and a one-shot victory Sunday over Bill Haas in the inaugural McGladrey Classic in St. Simons Island, Ga.
Coeur d'Alene - A city of service
Current volunteers have served over 750 years combined
Since 2000, student representatives and alternates have been selected to serve on city boards, commissions and committees. Each September, a reception is held in their honor.
Garcia tops local finishers at Ironman World Championship
KONA, Hawaii — Three triathletes from the Coeur d’Alene area participated in the Ford Ironman World Championship on Saturday — Derek Garcia, Paul Burke and Suzanne Endsley.
Local Briefs October 11, 2010
Meet and greet with Currie is today
Roads plan unveiled
More than $1 billion in projects planned; open house Tuesday
COEUR d’ALENE — Nearly $1.3 billion in local road projects are listed in the just-updated Kootenai County 2010-2035 Metropolitan Transportation Plan.
Colts hand Kansas City its first loss
NFL - Week 5
Mike Hill scored the game’s only touchdown on an 11-yard run with 4:02 to go and the Indianapolis Colts handed the Kansas City Chiefs (3-1) their first loss of the season 19-9 on Sunday in Indianapolis, leaving the NFL without any unbeaten teams.
Marilyn Jean (Morbeck) Bancroft
Marilyn passed away peacefully in her sleep on. Oct. 6, 2010. Marilyn was born in Coeur d'Alene on Jan. 2, 1931, to Hazel (Roland) and Jim Morbeck.
James Woodrow Hite Sr., 66
Resident of Hayden went home to the arms of his Lord on Oct. 8, 2010. Jim was surrounded by his devoted family, which has been by his side throughout his 20-year battle with cancer. Jim was born to Woodrow Wilson Hite and Marcile Marion (Shillito) Hite on Feb. 5, 1944, in Portland, Ore.
Elinor R. (Nason) Adams, 89
Elinor R. (Nason) Adams born May 26, 1921, in the small farming community of Irby, Wash., in the attic of the railroad station. Her mother was waiting for her father to return home from his run. Elinor joined an older sister and two older brothers at home.
Harold Vincent Shockley, 67
Feb. 23, 1943 - Oct. 10, 2010
Who do you support for Kootenai County commissioner?
Legals October. 11, 2010
D. TOBY McLAUGHLIN Berg & McLaughlin, Chtd. 708 Superior Street, Ste. B Sandpoint, ID 83864 Telephone: (208) 263-4748 Facsimile: (208) 263-7557 Idaho Bar No. 7405 IN THE DISTRICT COURT FOR THE FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF THE STATE OF IDAHO, IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF BONNER NO. CV 2010-000668 SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION THE STRINZ TRUST, JAMES E. STRINZ and KATHLEEN N. STRINZ, Trustees, Plaintiff, vs. NAPILI GARDENS, INC., a Hawaiian Corporation, DOUGLAS D. ANDERSON and ELIZABETH S. ANDERSON, Defendant(s), STATE OF IDAHO COUNTY OF BONNER TO: DEFENDANTS NAPILI GARDENS, INC, DOUGLAS D. ANDERSON and ELIZABETH S. ANDERSON. You have been sued by THE STRINZ TRUST, JAMES E. STRINZ and KATHLEEN N. STRINZ, Trustees, the Plaintiff, in the District Court in and for Bonner County, Idaho, Case No. CV 2010-688. The nature of the claim against you is deficiency. Any time after 20 days following the last publication of this Summons, the court may enter a judgment against you without further notice, unless prior to that time you have filed a written response in the proper form, including the case number, and paid any required filing fee to the Clerk of the Court at 215 South First Avenue, Sandpoint, Idaho 83864 and the telephone number of the court is (208) 265-1432 and served a copy of your response on the Plaintiff through its attorney Toby McLaughlin, whose mailing address and telephone number are: BERG & McLAUGHLIN, Chtd., 708 Superior Street, Suite B, Sandpoint, Idaho 83864, (208) 263-4748. A copy of the Summons and the Verified Complaint can be obtained by contacting either the Clerk of the Court or the Plaintiff's attorney. If you wish legal assistance, you should immediately retain an attorney to advise you in this matter. ATTEST my hand and seal of said Court this 10 day of August 2010. MARIE SCOTT, Bonner County Clerk of District Court By:_________________________ Deputy Legal 0885 September 20, 27, 2010 October 5, 12, 2010
Sunday, October 10
CURRIE: Thanks but no thanks
Mr. Currie, thank you for finally letting the voters of Kootenai County know who you really are. We now realize that you are just another defeated politician that has gotten so used to being an elected official that you can't hide your sense of entitlement to "your" seat - in this case on the Board of Commissioners of "our" county.
AMENDMENTS: On ballots prematurely
I live in a home for old people. I recently sent for my absentee ballot and upon its arrival, immediately sat down to read it. There were four amendments to the Idaho constitution. I read them four times and it sounded great for taxpayers, but something was bothering me. My daughter came to visit me later and I had her read them. She covered the material four times, but was also bothered.
GOP: Fractured in a good way
This letter is in response to the article "Republicans: Party Has Fractured," which appeared on Oct. 5.
TRASH: Big bins aren't mandatory
On Oct. 2 I received a notice from Waste Management, Coeur d'Alene's trash collection contractor, informing me of their imminent delivery (in October) of "Your New Blue Recycling Cart!" How exciting, another 64-gallon can. I barely fill the old post office sized box every two weeks now. I don't have room for this new gigantic beast nor will I put another garbage can inside my house to sort on their behalf.
PROTEST: Don't fall to their scam
All I can say is WOW! When I read the article about the church from Kansas coming here to protest on our school grounds, I was appalled. Then I started to think about it.
T-SHIRT: White House blew it
What? Americans are now refused entry into the U.S. White House because of the wearing of a T-shirt picture of an American hero? (Coeur d'Alene Press Sept. 30, 210)
PROTEST: Engage them with civility
Some things in life are worth taking a stand for; do not Ms. Bauman and Mr. Stewart realize that? In response to the Westboro Baptist Church visiting our local high schools they are asking the students to do nothing and in fact "will do all we can to prevent our students from engaging with them."
CURRIE: Respect voters' decision
What part of "NO" doesn't soon-to-be former Kootenai County Commissioner Rick Currie understand? Hasn't anyone told him that when we voted him out during the primary election, we don't want him running in the general election as a write-in?
Local teams finish up at Crossover Classic
SPOKANE — Post Falls defeated Walla Walla 25-17 to finish tied for seventh place in the silver bracket of the Crossover Classic. The Trojans defeated Reardan 25-20, 25-20 and fell to Tahoma 25-21, 26-24 in bracket play.
Iran acknowledges espionage at nuke facilities
TEHRAN, Iran - Iran acknowledged Saturday that some personnel at the country's nuclear facilities were lured by promises of money to pass secrets to the West but insisted increased security and worker privileges have put a stop to the spying.
McDonald's and so forth
The Linotype
Andy Warhol predicted each of us would have 15 minutes of fame; on April 15, 1955, my moment came as I ate a cheeseburger, fries and a chocolate shake at the very first McDonald's on its very first day of operation. It was springtime, I was a student at Thacker Junior High School in Des Plaines, Ill., and three school friends were with me.
Colleges use car-sharing to cut down congestion
BOISE - On a campus where students outnumber parking spaces nearly three to one, Boise State University has finally convinced 23-year-old Wayel Alwayel he no longer needs the car he brought to campus with him as a freshman.
Ruffle the feathers of conformity
The kindergarten teacher handed out a coloring sheet and gave what she considered to be simple instructions: Color the duck yellow and the duck's umbrella green.
Post Falls man dies in car crash
POST FALLS — An 87-year-old man died Saturday following a vehicle collision at McGuire Road and West Prairie Avenue near Post Falls, the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Department said.
Getting on the right path
Athlete, entrepreneur team to mentor troubled kids
BOISE - Through his teens, Ben Amaya used alcohol and drugs to soothe the hurt and anger he felt about his father.
Edward Kennedy's son, Patrick, writing memoir
NEW YORK - Rhode Island U.S. Rep. Patrick Kennedy, son of the late Sen. Edward Kennedy, is writing a memoir.
Trio turns 10 on 10/10/10
Youngsters hit special milestone today
COEUR d’ALENE — Three local youngsters will celebrate very special birthdays today.
Little gets new position with Hagadone Hospitality
New food and beverage director will oversee 500 employees
COEUR d'ALENE - John Little, who has been managing partner at Outback Steakhouse in Coeur d'Alene since 2001, is the new food and beverage director of Hagadone Hospitality.
Don Bennett: Still conquering mountains
IN PERSON
When Don Bennett had his right leg severed in a boating accident in Seattle in 1972, and had the left leg mangled, he didn't panic.
The Front Row with MARK NELKE October 10, 2010
Idaho's bye; 'Hawks' bye; blown calls
The Idaho Vandals were college football fans like the rest of us on Saturday, which meant they got to rest on their 3-2 record for another week while their past and future opponents pounded on each other for at least an additional 60 minutes.
Group files to block timber cut
BOISE(AP) - A conservation group has filed a lawsuit in federal court to block a logging project planned near Priest Lake.
Walk raises more than $50,000 for ALS research
COEUR d’ALENE — Every day, at universities and hospitals around the country, they’re working for a cure.
Jobs report is bleak news for Democrats
WASHINGTON - The economic die is cast, and it's grim news for Democrats. There's nothing now that Congress or President Barack Obama can do to before the November elections to jolt the nation's listless recovery.
An apple core a day...
MaryJane's Everyday Organic
Wait, wait - don't tell me. You're inundated with apples, right? Whether you picked 'em from your backyard tree, lugged bushels home from a nearby orchard, plucked them enthusiastically from a supermarket bin or discovered a mountain of them in your CSA farm, they've got you surrounded. And who could complain? But after you're done peeling, slicing and dicing, and pie making, do you ever wonder if there isn't some way to use the scraps? There is - fresh, homebrewed apple cider vinegar - and it's as good as liquid gold.
Big Macs, with a side of statins?
Lower cholesterol naturally with a whole body lifestyle approach.
No. 10 NIC sweeps No. 3 Salt Lake
Cardinals unbeaten in league, halfway to title
COEUR d’ALENE — The 10th-ranked North Idaho College Cardinals didn’t want to wait for bear season to open in the northwest.
Resist temptation
On Oct. 22 our community will take a 90-minute test.
Jobs crisis extends to unemployed, lawmakers
WASHINGTON - There's no relief from the jobs crisis - for everyday Americans or lawmakers facing the midterm elections.
Websites to help with self-improvement
Ask The Propellerheads
Dear PropellerHeads: I'm always looking for ways to improve myself. Are there tools on the Web to help with this endeavor?
Third oil company eyes big loads
Harvest Operations wants to move equipment through Montana, Idaho
MISSOULA, Mont. (AP) - A third international oil company is looking at shipping huge loads of oil refinery equipment across Idaho and Montana along the same route that has already triggered a court battle.
2 Nat. Park officers dead in plane crash
PAGE, Ariz. (AP) - Two National Park Service law enforcement officers have died in the crash of a small plane in southern Utah.
Seahawks hope to find offense after bye week
RENTON, Wash. — Most players want nothing to do with watching film or going over future game plans during their bye week.
Trump hints about presidency
'The Apprentice' star scoffs at running with Palin
EDINBURGH, Scotland - Donald Trump used a trip to Scotland on Friday to give his strongest hint yet that he may run for U.S. president in 2012.
No crystal ball predictions here
Because of our profession, we Realtors are often asked "How's the market?" As a sign of the trying times we are in as a nation, the question has changed somewhat. Now, what people most often want to know is, "When will the market improve?"
GOP 'Fire Pelosi' tour stops in Idaho
BOISE - Republican U.S. hopeful Raul Labrador says if voters in Idaho's 1st Congressional District want to know how he'd represent them if elected, they need only to look at his record in the state Legislature.
A way out, at last, for Chile's trapped miners
Men still several days away from extraction efforts
SAN JOSE MINE, Chile - A drilling rig punched through to the underground purgatory where 33 miners have been trapped for 66 agonizing days under the Chilean desert, raising cheers, tears and hopes on Saturday.
As 'Peanuts' turns 60, Schulz family plans future
WASHINGTON - Good grief, Charlie Brown. The world has certainly changed since the Peanuts were born.
Cougars make Ducks work for it
Oregon responds following scary injury to Barner
PULLMAN — Every time LaMichael James took the ball, he wasn’t thinking of the end zone he so often visits.
'Good neighbor' corn fights borers
New crop provides 'halo effect'
MINNEAPOLIS - This corn turns out to be a very good neighbor.
Community Thanks October 10, 2010
CHURCH: Has major face-lift
Popcorn OK on Gott diet
DEAR DR. GOTT: I started your diet six days ago. I have lost one pound and am thrilled. I wonder if I can eat popcorn as a snack while on your diet. I pop it in olive oil and don't use butter.
Boise State blows by Toledo
Kellen Moore and No. 4 Boise State made it look easy from the start.
Midnight grocery runs capture desperation
FREDERICKSBURG, Va. - Once a month, just after midnight, the beeping checkout scanners at a Walmart just off Interstate 95 come alive in a chorus of financial desperation.
Power of the pink
Ten-year-old Parker Salinas considers herself one lucky little girl and a lifelong believer in the power of pink.
Yankees put away Twins in three
Mariano Rivera got the last out, sealing yet another October triumph. Jorge Posada trotted out to mound, and the Yankees came out of the dugout in a businesslike manner to shake each other’s hands.
Legals October. 10, 2010
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE Idaho Code 45-1506 Parcels: 342420000 & 342420100 Loan No.: LTE 243080 T.S. No.: 10078.2040 TSG No.: 201005630 On 12/8/2010 at 11:00 AM (recognized local time), at the entrance of Pioneer Title Company of Canyon County located at 610 S. Kimball Avenue, Caldwell, ID 83605. In the County of Canyon, State of Idaho, Pioneer Title Company of Ada County, dba Pioneer Lender Trustee Services, as Trustee on behalf of the beneficiary will sell at public auction, to the highest bidder, for cash, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, the following described real property, situated in the County of Canyon, State of Idaho, and described as follows: EXHIBIT "A" This parcel is situated in the Northeast Quarter, Northeast Quarter of Section 27, Township 4 North, Range 2 West of the Boise Meridian, Canyon County, Idaho, and is more particularly described as follows: COMMENCING at the Southeast corner of said Northeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter and bearing North 08 00' 00" East 163.58 feet along the Eastern boundary of said Northeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter to the TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING; thence North 898 50' 45" West 1,331.60 feet and parallel with the Southern boundary of said Northeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter to the Western boundary of said Northeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter; thence North 08 05' 26" West 215.46 feet along the Western boundary of said Northeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter; thence South 898 42' 50" East 1,003.95 feet and parallel with the Northern boundary of said Northeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter; thence South 08 00' 00" West 28.10 feet; thence South 898 42' 50" East 140.00 feet; thence South 08 00' 00" West 77.00 feet; thence South 898 42' 50" East 188.00 feet to the Eastern boundary of said Northeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter; thence South 08 00' 00" West 107.28 feet along the Western boundary of said Northeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter to the TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING. EXCEPTING THEREFROM the West 408.98 feet of said parcel as measured parallel with the Western property line. (Shown as Parcel 4 of Record of Survey recorded January 12, 2004 as Instrument No. 200401557) The Trustee has no knowledge of a more particular description of the above referenced real property, but for purposes of compliance with Section 60-113 Idaho Code, the Trustee has been informed that the address of: 8080 & 8160 E. Drinkard Lane AND 19791 Franklin Road, Nampa, ID 83687, is sometimes associated with said real property. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty regarding title, possession or encumbrances to satisfy the obligation secured by and pursuant to the power of sale conferred in the Deed of Trust executed by: Robert L. Drinkard and Nancy A. Drinkard, husband and wife, As grantors, To: Pioneer Title Company of Ada County, As Trustee, for the benefit and security of Robin's Nest Investments, a Nevada Limited Liability Company, As Beneficiary, dated 3/24/2008, recorded 3/25/2009, as Instrument No. 2009014262, records of Canyon County, Idaho. Please Note: The above Grantors are named to comply with section 45-1506(4)(A), ID Code, No representation is made that they are, or are not, presently responsible for this obligation set forth herein. The Default for which this sale is to be made is the failure to pay when due, under Deed of Trust and Note dated 3/24/2008. THE BALANCE OF PRINCIPAL AND INTEREST WHICH BECAME DUE ON 3/24/2010, ALONG WITH LATE CHARGES, FORECLOSURE FEES AND COSTS ANY LEGAL FEES OR ADVANCES THAT HAVE BECOME DUE. The principal balance owing as of this date on the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust is $210,000.00, plus accrued interest at the default rate of 22% per annum from 4/24/2010. All delinquent amounts are now due, together with accruing late charges, and interest, unpaid and accruing taxes, assessments, trustee's fees, attorney's fees, and any amounts advanced to protect the security associated with this foreclosure and that the beneficiary elects to sell or cause the trust property to be sold to satisfy said obligation. Dated: July 29, 2010 By: Pioneer Title Company of Ada County, dba Pioneer Lender Trustee Services Amy L. Bowles, Assistant Trustee Officer Legal 0881 September 18, 25, 2010 October 2, 9, 2010
Saturday, October 9
Found Images - Oct. 9
A collection of imagery found while out and about in North Idaho during the past week.
Wyoming hunter kills grizzly that attacks him
CHEYENNE, Wyo. (AP) — An elk hunter who shot and killed a grizzly bear after the animal bit his arm hiked three miles to a trailhead and drove himself to a hospital in Cody, the Wyoming Game and Fish Department said.
Vikings handle Vallivue
Chalich passes for 302 yards, 3 TDs
CALDWELL — Junior quarterback Chad Chalich completed 15 of 27 passes for 302 yards and three touchdowns for the second-ranked Coeur d’Alene Vikings in a 37-20 win over third-ranked Vallivue Falcons on Friday in nonleague high school football.
Northwest Notes October 9, 2010
Griz legend, ex-Yankee
Politics turn personal
Commission candidate responds to accusations
COEUR d'ALENE - It's getting grisly on the campaign front, and Jai Nelson is fighting many a battle.
Kindred spirits: Phil Hart, Rosa Parks, Mandela
Look at a well kept hedge around a yard. Neat and trim. When the owner notices one or two branches sticking up above the rest what does he do? He cuts them off. All must conform.
Carmichael leads T-Wolves
Lake City defense slows down Lewiston in 24-14 5A IEL victory
LEWISTON — Lake City running back Allen Carmichael wasn’t particularly content with the wave afflictions that sputtered his offense.
Let's go hunting
Hunters ready for the start of rifle season
COEUR d'ALENE - Tom Yager is ready for elk season.
Tribe receives $11.8M for medical center expansion
Funds will cover 68 percent of project's expected total cost
PLUMMER - The Coeur d'Alene Tribe received $11.8 million in federal funding on Friday to build a new state-of-the-art Benewah Medical Center in Plummer.
Hayden counselor sentenced for Medicaid provider fraud
BOISE - A Hayden psychosocial rehabilitation worker was sentenced Friday for Medicaid provider fraud, Attorney General Lawrence Wasden said.
Biogone working to establish itself
Business part of relatively new cleanup industry
COEUR d'ALENE - The days of cleanup with a mop and bucket are gone.
Heth, Timberlake run past upstart St. Maries
HIGH SCHOOL
Late goal downs Chiefs
SPOKANE — Ryan Johansen scored with 29.5 seconds remaining in regulation to give the Portland Winterhawks a 3-2 win over the Spokane Chiefs in front of 4,911 at the Spokane Arena in Western Hockey League action on Friday.
The Front Row with JASON ELLIOTT October 9, 2010
Getting the best you can get
For years, most coaches have stressed that they want to be playing their best when it comes to the postseason tournaments.
Trojans run over Sandpoint
Post Falls rushes for 418 yards; Bulldog star running back Gold hurt
SANDPOINT — Post Falls turned back the clock and brought some smash-mouth, old school 3-yards-and-a-cloud-of-dust football to Barlow Stadium on Friday night, grinding out a convincing 49-7 win over Sandpoint.
City full of tourism, media events next week
The beginning of fall brings a textbook trifecta of tourism education, media planning and networking opportunities to North Idaho next week.
Entertainment Briefs for October 9, 2010
Illegal labor at Dobbs' homes
Records October 9, 2010
DIVORCES FILED
Time to 'Make a Difference'
ElderHelp plans work day Oct. 23 for seniors needing assistance
COEUR d'ALENE - ElderHelp of North Idaho is ready to make a difference for senior citizens this winter.
Couple donates $1,000 to help provide warmth
COEUR d'ALENE - After reading an article in the Coeur d'Alene Press about the dire forecasts for this year's homeless population, Carl and Lyndall Cook wanted to help.
State jobless rate inches upward
Second lowest September hiring since 1997
Unemployment isn't dropping in Idaho.
Escape shaft nearly done
Miners have been trapped for two months
SAN JOSE MINE, Chile (AP) — Excitement grew Friday outside the mine where 33 men have been trapped for more than two months, as a drill carving an escape shaft pushed through the final section of rock above their underground chamber.
Baby sitter charged with murder
Three-year-old boy dies from head injury
POST FALLS - A 25-year-old female baby sitter was charged with first-degree murder on Friday after a 3-year-old boy she watched died from head injuries from being shoved to the floor.
GOP for God and country
The Republican Party is not being fractured it is being cleansed of the people who are not true Republicans, if they were they wouldn't be writing such letters to the editor.
Change your batteries, save your home
The Coeur d'Alene Fire Department's fire prevention program aimed at assisting people to change their batteries and adding or replace smoke detectors.
The write way
Writing program cut by state; Lakeland forges ahead with own version
RATHDRUM - Lakeland isn't letting go of the Direct Writing Assessment - period.
Bike ride to benefit school, trail
Saddle-Soup-Skedaddle scheduled for Oct. 16
An October bike ride on the Prairie Trail will provide a healthy outing for families while raising funds for Lakes Magnet Middle School and the Centennial Trail Foundation.
Wold to play benefit concert
COEUR d'ALENE - An 11-year-old piano prodigy is giving a performance Friday to benefit the Kootenai Humane Society.
KTEC advisory board named
COEUR d’ALENE — The Kootenai Technical Education Campus is getting down to business.
WILKEY: Qualified to be coroner
Deb Wilkey, RN, has my complete and solid endorsement for the coroner position in Kootenai County on Nov. 2. She holds a BSRN degree and a master's in forensic anthropology from the University of Montana. She recently completed a National Institute of Justice-sponsored course in MedicoLegal Death Investigation at the National Forensic Sciece Technology Center.
ALLRED: He's a problem solver
In this time of divisive partisanship, it was extremely refreshing to hear Keith Allred speak recently. A person as committed to mediation and real problem solving is just exactly what all Idahoans need at this challenging time. Learn more about him, you will be impressed.
CURRIE: Beware change now
Wishing for change? Well be careful for what you wish! Rick Currie has demonstrated honesty, ethic and a strong value system. He has championed your voice, worked endless hours and proven himself as a decent person, community member and commissioner. He has stood for values against outside puppet interests and stood firm on those values.
ENGLISH: Best person for job
Why should the citizens of Kootenai support the re-election of Dan English as County Clerk? Easy answer - he's a good, honest, hard working and caring man.
MARANO: Has deep roots here
It is rare to know a person who has the integrity, ability and commitment to serve her community as does Paula Marano, candidate for state representative from district 4. It is our good fortune that she has the desire to serve and willingness to work hard to serve well. This is a time that calls for leadership and Paula will provide that.
LUNA: Best leader for students
Did you know that only eight states in the nation had higher math scores than Idaho in 2008? I was pleasantly surprised to learn that this is the case and it's no accident. It's a direct result of Sate Superintendent Tom Luna's leadership.
Legals October. 9, 2010
212-10 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE At 10:00 o'clock A.M. (recognized local time) on January 12, 2011, in the Office of First American Title Company, located at, 1866 North Lakewood Dr., Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, First American Title Company Inc., as Successor Trustee, will sell at public auction, to the highest bidder, for cash, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, the following described real property, situated in Kootenai County, Idaho, and described as follows, to-wit: Lot 23, Block 6, Mill River First Addition, according to the plat recorded in Book "J" of Plats at Page 202, et seq., records of Kootenai County, Idaho. Information concerning the foreclosure action may be obtained from the Trustee, whose telephone number is (208) 785-2515. According to the Trustee's records, the street address of 3612 West Shoreview Ln, Coeur D Alene, Idaho 83814 is sometimes associated with said property. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty regarding title, possession, or encumbrances to satisfy the obligations secured by and pursuant to the power of sale conferred in the Deed of Trust executed by, Arthur Cunningham, a single man, as Grantor(s), Northern Trust Bank N.A., as Trustee, for the benefit and security of, Northern Trust Bank, N.A., as Beneficiary; said Deed of Trust was recorded October 13, 2006 as Kootenai County Recorder's Instrument No. 2061041000. The default for which this sale is to be made is as follows:(1) Failure to make the monthly interest only payment of $5,542.97 due for the 1st day of May, 2010 and a like sum of $5,542.97 due for the 1st day of each and every month thereafter; (2) Failure to comply with said Deed of Trust, Borrower shall pay all taxes, assessments, charges.... attributable to the Property which can attain priority over said Security Instrument; Specifically 2009 taxes are now due and payable; The above Grantor(s) are named to comply with Section 45-1506(4)(a), Idaho Code. No representation is made that they are, or are not, presently responsible for this obligation. As of August 2, 2010 there is due and owing on the loan an unpaid principal balance of $1,237,500.00, accrued interest in the amount of $22,356.64, Late charges in the amount of $831.45 and Miscelaneous Fees in the amount of $975.00 for a total amount due of $1,261,663.09. Interest continues to accrue on the Note at the rate of 6.375% per annum with a per diem rate of $184.766 after August 2, 2010. All delinquencies are now due together with any late charges, advances to protect the security, and fees and costs associated with this foreclosure. The Beneficiary elects to sell or cause said property to be sold to satisfy said obligation. DATED September 10, 2010 FIRST AMERICAN TITLE COMPANY, INC., SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE By:Dalia Martinez, Trust Officer Legal 0841 September 17, 24, 2010 October 1, 8, 2010
Friday, October 8
GOP: Just don't vote for Hart
The way to let Phil Hart and the Republican Party know that he is not fit to serve in our state legislature is to simply not vote for him. He is on the ballot alone, but it does not mean you have to check that box. You can write in anyone else or Howard Griffiths, who is an official write-in candidate.
GOP: Divided, or newly enlightened?
Recently four local Republicans sat down to tell their story to the Coeur d'Alene Press, a story of division and turmoil. As a close observer of the local Republican Party for the past three years, I have seen a very different story. I have seen a story of the hard core establishment of the Republican Party losing their power, losing it to the people that are recently awaking and not liking what they see. They see that while they were busy raising family and building businesses or careers and minding their own business, a small core of power brokers had taken their country down a dangerous path, a path that had strayed from the principles and values that Americans hold dear.
ENERGY: It answers many big questions
There is a "gold mine" of opportunity to save our state and country millions of dollars and employ hundreds of thousands of Americans.
COURAGE: Lacking in political corners
After reading the front page of The Press on Monday, Oct. 4, regarding the "Fewer Answers" article, I have to stop and ask myself, "Is there any politician who has the guts to stand up and be counted?"
GOP: Hart at heart of problem
Wow - The central committee chair of the KC Republican Party is "demanding" that all the county Republicans support tax evader Phil Hart in his re-election bid or else! The front page story in The Press was a real eye opener on how this party has been hijacked by a few people who support a tax cheater.
THANKS: TESH fundraiser a success
The Knights of Columbus in Coeur d'Alene, Hayden, Post Falls and Rathdrum wish to thank everyone who supported our annual Tootsie Roll fundraiser to benefit Special Olympics and TESH, a local organization that assists the developmentally disabled in North Idaho. Our special thanks to the area retail stores that allowed us to conduct the fundraiser in front of their stores.
OTTER: The buck does stop here
I have come to realize how lucky we are in Idaho to have a governor like Butch Otter. When times are tough, it's easy to be a critic, to just go with the flow, or pass the buck to others. That's not Butch.
AGE: Of info or of ignorance?
Have you ever tried to get the down low concerning bills our politicians introduce? How about, where is the money really going? Or why do we hang on to the I.R.S. when it costs so much to operate.
ECONOMY: Keep jobs at home
Due to outsourcing of our manufacturing and technology to China we find ourselves in peril. Balance of payments, deficit, jobs, resources and lost technology all contribute to the mess we are in.
AARP: Be wary of organization
I'm writing to comment on your editorial on the appearance by David Irwin from AARP. What is the basis of your endorsement?
ALLRED: He's a citizen energizer
Recently I had the pleasure of being chauffeur for Keith Allred for Governor of All Idaho. Over the day, he made speeches and had private conversations with more than 250 people in Kootenai County. What an amazing man! I watched a couple hundred people react to Keith. Many came in uncommitted. ALL left energized and enthused.
BULLARD: Best choice after Sayler
Unfortunately with the retirement of George Sayler from the legislature, the people of North Idaho are losing a real statesman for us in Boise. His intelligent diligence was just what we need as our representative. His willingness to be open minded, look at all sides of an issue, bring reasoned and balanced judgment to difficult issues and make wise decisions with integrity served us all well.
ENGLISH: A caring, reliable county clerk
I'm writing this letter about the upcoming elections and a vote of confidence for our long-time Kootenai County Clerk Dan English.
EPA plan slammed at legislative forum
District 4, District 5 candidates address environmental issues
While the setting was downtown Coeur d'Alene, much of the focus of Thursday's Kootenai Environmental Alliance legislative candidate forum was on the Silver Valley.
Stocks dip ahead of jobs news
Stocks dip ahead of jobs news, pull back from 11K
NEW YORK (AP) - Stocks edged lower Thursday, backing away from early gains, as uncertainty built up ahead of a key report on the labor market.
An investment in North Idaho
U.S. Silver Corp. president discusses plan to reopen Coeur mine in Osburn
WALLACE - There is a silver lining in North Idaho's economy, and guess what? It's silver.
The kids aren't all right
John Denver told us years ago to blow up our TVs, move to the country and eat a lot of peaches.
Meet the candidates
District 4, seat A
The Front Row with BILL BULEY October 8, 2010
You don't forget perfection
Fifty-four years ago today, Art Brill saw something he's never forgotten:
When a child is hurt
There is a collective anguish that occurs whenever we read about a child being attacked. I wept when I read about the 3-year-old girl in St. Maries who was nearly killed by her mother's boyfriend. I don't know the girl but her suffering resonated sharply within my soul. Along with the pain comes anger and the wonder about how a family could possibly not know, how people who surround a child fail to come to its aid. I never dreamt that those questions would be asked publicly about my family and that I would find my daughter being censured under the harsh light of media criticism.
Lawyers make final arguments in Smith drug case
LOS ANGELES - Anna Nicole Smith was plagued by unremitting pain most of her life, and her doctors did not break the law by prescribing medications to help her, attorneys for two physicians told jurors Wednesday in their closing arguments at the drug conspiracy trial.
Absentee voting starts Tuesday
Kootenai County residents have plenty of opportunities to vote for the upcoming election.
Tea and Tunes takes place Oct. 14
Program features 'Ruth Pratt and Friends'
What's on your bucket list?
I guess it's natural when you can see age 50 on the horizon to ponder how many good years you have left in you.
Compost groups help spread the green for gardeners
NEW YORK - In her Brooklyn apartment, Kate Zider holds up a pot of basil she has grown with the remains of her neighbors' dinners.
Not quite Gone with the Wind
St. Luke's offers a combination of acting, music and comedy
COEUR d'ALENE - It's a drama of the Deep South, a tale of cavaliers and gentlemen, beautiful vixens and troubled maidens ...
Wallace runs past Kootenai
FOOTBALL
Charges filed in child's injury
COEUR d'ALENE - A Hayden Lake man is facing up to 20 years in prison for allegedly breaking the leg of his fiance?e's child.Michael R. Edinger, 27, waived his preliminary hearing Thursday morning, meaning there is enough evidence on the two counts of felony injury to a child to warrant a trial.
Briefs Oct. 8, 2010
School standards hearing on Tuesday
Trail of the Coeur d'Alenes, Route of the Hiawatha honored
Two popular biking trails in North Idaho have been named to the Rails-to-Trails Conservancy's Rail-Trail Hall of Fame.
NIC romps; No. 3 Salt Lake next
COEUR d’ALENE — Tina Strahinic had 17 kills as 10th-ranked North Idaho College swept Snow College 25-17, 25-9, 27-25 in Scenic West Athletic Conference volleyball Thursday night at Christianson Gym.
Movers and Shakers Oct. 8, 2010
New dental clinic opens on Government Way
Eco-Fashion Show is Oct. 16 at Eagles
COEUR d'ALENE - Junk2Funk Eco-Fashion Show takes center stage this year at the Eagles Club Ballroom, 209 Sherman Ave. in downtown Coeur d'Alene on Saturday, Oct. 16 at 6:30 p.m.
Pettitte puts Twins in their place
Andy Pettitte and the defending World Series champions stumbled through September and landed in the AL wild-card spot.
Will they fit? Will they fall?
Symphonies will crowd the stage Saturday
The Coeur d'Alene Symphony and Whitworth Symphony Orchestra will team up for a memorable stage-buster.
Truth is hazy in gripping 'Social Network'
Computer programmer isn't the typical occupation for Hollywood's heroes and villains. All the more reason "The Social Network" goes out of its way to blur the truth about the creation of Facebook.
Records Oct. 8, 2010
DIVORCES FILED
Good Gotham neighbors
Gotham Bay Estates was developed on a 160-acre parcel. The zoning and density would have allowed for over 300 lots to be built.Gotham Bay Estates was the first conservation subdivision in Kootenai County, with 56 of the 160 acres dedicated to conservation land and only 46 building lots.
Morning Briefing Oct. 8, 2010
Football
Lake City looks for second league win
One big win does not a league title make.
Larsen: Kudos to Halladay
Don Larsen was watching the news Wednesday night when he saw an item of particular interest.
Developers get more time
Commissioners approve extension for projects delayed by recession
COEUR d'ALENE - Developers get a little more time to wait out the economy.
Fairfax pleads guilty
Admits making pipe bomb, fixing it under Cyndi Steele's vehicle
COEUR d'ALENE - Sagle resident Larry Fairfax on Thursday pleaded guilty to two firearms charges for making and possessing a pipe bomb that never detonated, but that authorities say played a part in a murder-for-hire plot.
Swiping swine's swagger
After last year's concerns, no alarm over H1N1 flu
Move over, swine.
Peggy Ann Hodge, 57
Peggy Ann Hodge passed away at Kootenai Medical Center from complications of multiple sclerosis surrounded by those who loved her.
Ellen Eudora (Buckley) Menke, 92
Our beloved mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother and friend, Ellen Eudora Menke no longer suffers from the difficulties aging brings, but rather on Oct. 5, 2010, she went to be with Jesus as her faith became her sight.
TEACHERS: Backing the wrong candidate
The teacher's union march in Coeur d'Alene was misdirected. I wonder if union leaders have told their hard working teachers about the perks received by their chosen candidate Stan Olson. During his time as superintendent of the Boise School District, Olson received a $175,000 salary vs. the $90,000 made by Superintendent of Idaho Schools Tom Luna.
Thursday, October 7
'Public relations problem' probed
Panel: Government blocked worst-case scenario disclosure
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Obama administration blocked efforts by government scientists to tell the public just how bad the Gulf oil spill could become and committed other missteps that raised questions about its competence and candor during the crisis, according to a commission appointed by the president to investigate the disaster.
No bull: Friends stick together to get moose
Good thing they did all that homework last year.
Staying alive
Walk on Saturday to raise funds for people fighting Lou Gehrig's disease
COEUR d'ALENE - Richard Braffett is facing a death sentence.
Entertainment Briefs for October 7, 2010
Ozzy sings for Lennon milestone
Stocks dip, Treasury yields drop
NEW YORK - Stocks closed mostly lower Wednesday after a disappointing report on the jobs market renewed concern about the economy. Treasury yields sank to new lows as investors sought safety and anticipated more stimulus measures from the Federal Reserve.
Rick Currie to speak at forum
Rick Currie will be fielding questions next week.
Fences for Sanders Beach?
Agreement would end several pending lawsuits
COEUR d'ALENE - It's anagreement that could put an end toongoing litigation between property owners and the city regarding beachfront property rights.
Idaho prep football media poll, Oct. 7, 2010
Records as of Oct. 5
Shooting claims man's life
PRIEST RIVER - A Bonner County woman was arrested on suspicion of involuntary manslaughter following a shooting early Wednesday morning north of town.
The Front Row with MARK NELKE October 7, 2010
This 'n that from teams at NIC
In between barbs directed at others at the head table - or anyone else within eyesight - North Idaho College coaches gave updates on their teams last week at a booster function at the Coeur d'Alene Resort.
What was that name again?
Students win chance to put moniker on future snow storms
COEUR d'ALENE - Blast like big horns, the winter will.
Records October 7, 2010
CRIME REPORTS
Colleges combine forces for building
Case made to state council, legislators
COEUR d'ALENE - Three local colleges have made a facility they would share in Coeur d'Alene their No. 1 building wish.
A critical juncture in Afghanistan
Uncertainty over U.S. plans as war enters 10th year
KABUL, Afghanistan - It's make-or-break time in Afghanistan.
Northwest Notes October 7, 2010
Idaho men to appear on ESPN
Ram tough
Nancy Clough ventures into rugged country for shot at bighorn sheep
What, Nancy Clough worry?
Vandals in good spirits during bye
The Idaho Vandals haven’t had to deal with a whole lot of adversity this season and last.
PFHS to present 'Our Town'
Play starting tonight won Wilder a Pulitzer in 1938
POST FALLS - "Our Town" will come to life starting tonight at Post Falls High.
Kokanee fishing doing well on Lake Coeur d'Alene
Fish Tips
The kokanee action on Lake Coeur d'Alene is still big, says Jeff Smith with Fins and Feathers Tackle Shop and Guide Service.
The bugs are back
COEUR d'ALENE - Could it be a puff of exhaust? Airborne dust? Floating dandelion specks?
High-speed plans
Frontier Communications targets Internet expansion
COEUR d'ALENE - It's been more than 90 days since Frontier Communications Corp. acquired Verizon Communication operations in North Idaho and other areas, and the company now has plans to take some really big leaps.
Voters, join me Oct. 13
It's a double-edged sword. Here I go promoting an event valuable to the public when at the same time it wouldn't be awful if no one watched. That's only because I'm involved; I hate the limelight.
Cardinals earn draw with CBC
COEUR d’ALENE — North Idaho College allowed an own goal in the 73rd minute to finish with a 1-1 draw against Columbia Basin on Wednesday at Eisenwinter Field.
Baby sitter admits to causing injuries
Female tells police she was angry after boy urinated
POST FALLS - A 3-year-old Post Falls boy was in critical condition on Wednesday after his 25-year-old female baby sitter confessed to police that she caused his head injuries.
Movers & Shakers October 7, 2010
Buell Trucking receives accolades
GOP: Critics a sour grapes brigade
State Sen. Mike Jorgenson lost his seat in the GOP primary to the more conservative Steve Vick. Mr. Vick was supported by 3rd District Representatives Hart and Clark.
Elizabeth M. Buell, 79
Elizabeth M. Buell, 79, resident of Coeur d'Alene, died Oct. 6, 2010, in Coeur d'Alene. She was born March 20, 1931, in Plentywood, Mont., to Joseph and Myrtle (Shinner) Spooner.
William Edgar McKee III, 89
November 1920 - Oct. 2, 2010
Geraldine Stone, 80
Geraldine Stone passed away at her home in Hayden on Oct. 6, 2010. She was born Aug. 21, 1930, in Chicago, Ill.
Legals October. 7, 2010
NOTICE OF HEARING ON NAME CHANGE A Petition to change the name of Karen Falk, born 3/30/78, in Mesa, AZ, residing at 2580 E. Sundown, CDA, has been filed in Kootenai County District Court, Idaho. The name will change to Karen Smith, because of divorce. The petitioner's father is living and his address is 700 N. Dobson Rd. #41, Chandler, AZ 85224. The petitioner's mother is living and her address is same as above. A hearing on the petition is scheduled for 9:00 o'clock AM on 10/18/10, at the County Courthouse. Objections may be filed by any person who can show the court a good reason against the name change. Date: September 10, 2010. DANIEL J. ENGLISH By: Cathy Victorino Deputy Clerk Legal 0842 September 15, 22, 29, 2010 October 6, 2010
Wednesday, October 6
GOP: Complete takeover needed
GOP Party of relief. Salvation from the insane policies and ideals of the past 18 months. I hope and pray for a Republican takeover of Congress this fall. It will save us from the socialist wave of idiosy that has come from the house and senate over the last session.
BELL: Thanks to entire community
Recently I was diagnosed with lobular breast cancer and underwent a total mastectomy. Probably because of my position as president of North Idaho College and because my surgery coincided with the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure, The Press prominently reported my disease. At first, I was embarrassed by the story - after all, it is unfortunately true that many people have or have had cancers far more insidious than mine. But when I learned that several women, after reading the story, contacted The Press to say that they had scheduled mammograms, I understood the positive nature of the story. I am grateful to The Press for calling people's attention to the disease and what women can do to help themselves. And I thank The Press, too, for the recent editorial expressing wishes for my full recovery.
HILL: Case smacks of injustice
Justice? After reading your article in Saturday's paper, I had to ask some questions and maybe open some eyes. "Mitchell considered the enormity of the thefts, the length of time during which the theft occurred, the impact on his partners and Hill's continued denial of responsibility for the crimes."
POLITICS: Extremes are squeezing middle
I'm getting really tired of the media circus effort to paint the Republicans as the ultra far right when the vast majority are somewhere in the middle. I'm also tired of the far right trying to paint the Democrats as the far left. Any reasonably sane person understands that Obama is a U.S. citizen, a Christian, and didn't try to take our gun rights away.
STRAHORN: Case of being second class
This is a vote for Mr. Murphy. Well said! I have used Strahorn Avenue for more than 25 years to get home. What a surprise to find I had been kicked off the street. Why all of a sudden are those of us who live on north Strahorn second class citizens? First it was the speed bumps and now the blockade. However, you have set an interesting precedent. Now anyone who wishes can put speed bumps in front of their homes and can get together with the neighbors and reroute traffic at will. This might present a bit of a challenge for our school bus drivers, but those good folks can roll with the punches anyway.
GOP: Separating fact, not friction
Oh how I love it. The screams, the whining, the outrageously incorrect distortions of the truth that the liberals are issuing in the face of what looks like a coming disastrous (for them) election next month. Lacking any real facts to promote their agenda they resort to these tactics. Jimmy Pappas and Mike Martens are examples with their hilarious attempts to make the Republicans and the conservative TV commentators look like liars. The truth hurts doesn't it guys?
GOP: Balancing the leftist spin
This is in response to comments made by Chad Solsvik in his letter to the editor printed in the Coeur d'Alene Press on Sept. 29. Mr. Solsvik claims to "decode" some "Republican speak," wherein he offers his own translations of certain conservative agendas. Among the items on his list are the Bush tax cuts, which he decodes to mean: "Borrow $700 billion from China to give to billionaires."
OBAMA: Won't be fooled again
Like most Americans, I have been shocked by the fact that I was completely ignorant of the background, qualifications and "face" of Barack Obama, elected by the people as our president. I have known that I was 100 percent against the theme that by spending billions of dollars that we didn't have, we could restore the economy, guarantee prosperity and create millions of new jobs. My background and intuitive thinking clearly defied the success of such process.
ACCIDENT: Driver apologizes for mishap
This is Loren Heisel, the guy who caused the accident at 15th and Harrison on Thursday, Sept. 30, 2010. I want to apologize to anybody involved. I feel awful about it. I talked to the owner of the house I hit and apologized to him. He was so nice about it. He was more worried about me and my job than his home. Thank you Mr. Kushmaul, you are a stand up guy.
GOTHAM: Fences there for Scouts
I find that I must respond to Patricia Wolford My Turn column printed Oct. 1. I took the time to talk to the developer and feel that the public needs to know the truth about Gotham Bay Estates.
STRAHORN: Action makes street safer
This letter is in response to Michael J. Murphy's diatribe of Sept. 29 concerning the recent change on Strahorn Avenue between Miles and Hayden Avenue in Hayden Lake to a one-way street. He likens the residents on this section of Strahorn to "Beverly Hills wannabees." Are you kidding me! This section of Strahorn is narrow, rough and bumpy and was barely safe for two cars to pass by each other.
At college October 6, 2010
Bubba Bartlett
UI, WSU to collaborate on sustainability study
UI, WSU to collaborate on sustainability study
POST FALLS - A pair of universities want to take a deeper look at human impact on the region's water supply.
Officials: Don't dignify bigotry with a response
COEUR d'ALENE - Do not confront them.
Your immune system... we can help
A hot topic in magazines, newspapers and in my office these days is how to boost your immune system and strengthen your body in hopes of fighting off infections and disease. It seems many have an opinion as to how to do this. My patients talk about their improved immune systems and research backs up what we are finding to be true. Immune System research shows chiropractic patients have significantly greater immune response.
Auto-immune disorders: When the body goes crazy
Have you noticed how many auto-immune diseases exist today? Everything from Lupus, to Auto-Immune Thyroid disorders to Psoriasis to Rheumatoid Arthritis. In fact there are over 80 defined auto-immune disorders today. They are rampant.
St. Maries clinches 7th straight IML volleyball title
VOLLEYBALL
Times Square bomber sentenced
Shahzad warns of more attacks
NEW YORK - The Pakistani immigrant who tried to detonate a car bomb on a busy Saturday night in Times Square accepted a life sentence with a smirk Tuesday and warned that Americans can expect more bloodshed at the hands of Muslims.
Fugitive sought on drug charges
The North Idaho Violent Crimes Task Force is seeking information leading to the arrest of Audrey Jean Wilkins.
Seahawks trade for Lynch
Seattle acquires Buffalo running back, dumps Julius Jones
SEATTLE — A fresh start for Marshawn Lynch. A rugged runner for Seattle’s lagging ground game.
Srstka named Kiwanian of the Year
COUER d'ALENE - When Kelsey Srstka and her husband, Josh, moved to Coeur d'Alene from South Dakota over a year ago, they didn't know too many people.
Hands-only CPR saves more lives in cardiac arrests
CHICAGO - Hands-only CPR doesn't just eliminate the "yuck factor." A new study shows it can save more lives.
The Front Row with JASON ELLIOTT October 6, 2010
Fans could get frosty with football
It didn't take long for the phone to start ringing on Sunday afternoon with some reaction toward the biggest football news to come out of the Northwest.
No laps for warm laptops
Skin damage is possible when using computer
CHICAGO - Have you ever worked on your laptop computer with it sitting on your lap, heating up your legs? If so, you might want to rethink that habit.
Visitors arrive in China
Cd'A, Post Falls chamber trips are this month
As you're reading this, some of your neighbors are roving around the Forbidden City.More than 100 individuals from Kootenai County have departed for China in recent days, part of the first groups of the exploration and information trips organized by the Coeur d'Alene and Post Falls chambers of commerce.
Northwest Notes October 6, 2010
NIC coaches to
Soup kitchens brace for record demand
More seniors showing up for free meals
The soup is on and so is the demand for a hot meal.
It's harvest time for food
Food for Thought
Autumn in North Idaho revives one's soul. Spring and summer days filled with casually planting, weeding, mowing, mulching and trimming finally offer the bounty nurtured from seed six months ago. It's harvest time. Picking tomatoes, zucchini, pumpkins, cucumbers, onions, herbs and peppers on a crisp, dew filled fall morning create the need for an active kitchen in the afternoon. My wife and I spent our day making then freezing tomato soup, baking zucchini bread, drying hot peppers and picking the remaining cucumbers and zucchini as the vines wither from exhaustion.
Kennedy wins election
Judge rules incumbent retains seat by three votes over Jim Brannon
COEUR d'ALENE - It's over.
Bank bailout supporters struggling for re-election
WASHINGTON - The government's giant bank bailout may well have averted a second Great Depression, economists say, but a lot of voters aren't buying it. Support for the program is turning into a kiss of death for many in Congress.
Hilton expands web empire with fitness site
LOS ANGELES - Perez Hilton is losing and gaining - losing weight and gaining a website, that is.
Prepared polenta makes easy, delicious lasagna
For most people, the only time lasagna lands on the weeknight table is when they prepare it ahead during the weekend. Or when it came out of a box.
Briefs October 6, 2010
Wine fundraiser planned tonight
Saying goodbye too soon
A storyteller by trade, sometimes life presents something that causes words to fail. Such as this past week since learning of the death of my young friend, Sam Mann.Like hundreds of people who knew Sam personally and/or professionally in his career as a personal fitness trainer I've alternated between being really angry at him and in tears with a broken heart. That's the to-be-expected result of a suicide, the emotional debris field that's left in the wake of a decision made from the depths of despair that's hard to comprehend.
Records October 6, 2010
CRIME REPORTS
All ears for Sara
Not everybody wants to hear what Sara Paretsky has to say.
Love Your Life Center opens
Owners will offer services for stress
COEUR d'ALENE - The owners of D & L Associates, the Coeur d'Alene mental health services agency, have relocated to larger quarters and have started a new branch of their business that they are calling Love Your Life Center.
Wine questions and answers
From the time of the North Idaho Wine Rodeo and Tasting through a tasting with Renwood Winery here at the shop last weekend we have had a number of questions sent our way, so here are a few with our answers and explanations.
Drug charges dropped
Informant pleads Fifth Amendment, won't testify
COEUR d'ALENE - Drug charges against eight of the 11 people allegedly connected to a cocaine ring between Washington and Coeur d'Alene were dismissed Tuesday.
Movers & Shakers October 6, 2010
Cup of Love set to open with new owners
Get your air ducts cleaned
In addition to normal accumulations of dust and dirt found in all homes, your need for air duct cleaning may be increased by pets, occupants with allergies or asthma, cigarette or cigar smoke, water contamination or damage to the home, remodeling projects or home renovation, and vermin in the duct work. Some occupants are more sensitive to dust mites and contaminants than others.
Lt. Col. (AF Ret) Dean DeLos Bartlett, 81
Lt. Col. (AF Ret) Dean DeLos Bartlett passed away Tuesday, Oct. 5, 2010, after a 15-year struggle with cancer. He was born Sept. 26, 1929, in Missoula, Mont., to Alton and Ethel (Andersen) Bartlett.
Poll: Huge majority supports texting/driving ban
Here’s the final tally on the cdapress.com poll, asking readers:
What do you think of the ruling in the Kennedy-Brannon election case?
Terrance 'Teri' Diane Murinko, 45
Jan. 10, 1965 - Sept. 25, 2010
Merry Noordam, 62
July 29, 1948 - Oct. 2, 2010
Tuesday, October 5
'Hawks head into bye with problems
RENTON, Wash. - Pete Carroll's words rang true, until they didn't.
Shred days offered in Post Falls
The Post Falls Branch of Inland Northwest Bank will be hosting Shred Days this week, Monday through Thursday.
Sports Briefs October 5, 2010
Baseball
Energy efficiency in Cd'A
City Council considers $800,000 in improvements
COEUR d'ALENE - City Hall is thinking green.
Gao the gamer
Chinese right-side hitter fights through injuries to anchor NIC volleyball team
When North Idaho College volleyball coach Colleen Frohlich took over the Cardinal program in the spring, she wasn't sure what to expect.
Officials: Overlays will happen
If LIDs not approved, staff may be cut to pay for road projects
COEUR d'ALENE - Whether East Side Highway District decides to pay with local improvement districts or not, the planned overlay projects in Coeur d'Alene and Harrison will definitely happen.
'Sheriff Joe' speaks at Cd'A Resort
Controversial lawman addresses illegal immigration, how he runs jail system
COEUR d'ALENE - Controversy, as they say, sells.
Owner: Carlson Insurance bouncing back from adversity
Jacqueline Carlson took over after her husband's jail sentence began
Jacqueline Carlson said she has taken over the Carlson Insurance Agency, in Dalton Gardens, in the absence of her husband, Jerry Carlson, who was arrested and eventually sentenced for cocaine charges.
Prep volleyball October 5, 2010
N.I. Christian d. Project CDA
Developer donates canoe to Boy Scouts
COEUR d'ALENE - A pair of canoes are expected to make lasting memories for Boy Scouts at Camp Easton.
Raids result in arrests
PONDERAY - A grand jury investigation into a range of criminal activity in Bonner County unfolded further Monday with the arrest of three members of a motorcycle club with outlaw elements.
Patriots trounce Miami
MIAMI (AP) - Patrick Chung blocked two kicks and returned an interception for a touchdown, and the New England Patriots scored twice on special teams to beat the hapless Miami Dolphins 41-14 on Monday night.
Newton shines at NIC Invitational
North Idaho College freshman Justin Newton followed up his opening-round 75 with a 77 to finish 15th out of 70 golfers at the two-day NIC Invitational at Avondale Golf Club.
More Hart liens filed
Legislator says previous liens have been refiled
The IRS has filed another $300,000 in federal tax liens against state Rep. Phil Hart, but the Athol legislator says he doesn't have to pay them.
AIDS vaccine is closer
As much as I hate the metaphor, it's a perfect storm for this potentially fatal disease.
Europe holds on to win Ryder Cup
McDowell wins crucial match over Mahan
NEWPORT, Wales - Graeme McDowell capped off an unforgettable year for himself - and for Europe.
Power outage affects 2,000 Avista customers
COEUR d'ALENE - An equipment failure led to a power outage that resulted in about 2,000 Avista customers losing electricity Saturday in the downtown Coeur d'Alene area.
Movers & Shakers October 5, 2010
'Rules of the Road' seminar set for Oct. 14
Records October 5, 2010
SENTENCINGS
Republicans: Party has fractured
Members say Hart tax case has divided them
COEUR d'ALENE - As Rep. Phil Hart wrestles the IRS over tax discrepancies, the Kootenai County Republican Party has fractured, according to four party members who spoke to The Press on Monday.
3Cs schedule second Oktoberfest event
Proceeds will benefit Kootenai County charities
COEUR d'ALENE - The 3Cs are asking folks to kick back a few in the name of charity.
Kiwanis helps with tooth protection for children
COEUR d'ALENE - Conner Rosebrook, 3, pawed through the plastic bag until he found the treasure he'd seen his friends playing with. He held a green, hour-glass timer in the air triumphantly and watched closely as sand trickled from one end to the other.
Kellogg discusses future
KELLOGG - The fight to return the city of Kellogg to its former glory is continuing.
Small honored by WAC
DENVER - University of Idaho sophomore forward Chelsea Small was honored on Monday as the Verizon Wireless WAC Offensive Player of the Week after leading the Vandal womens soccer team to a 2-0 record last week.
Chips Shots October 5, 2010
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