Tuesday, July 31
Keck resigns as PF administrator
City leader cites new career path, to remain at helm through August
POST FALLS - Eric Keck, who has been Post Falls' city administrator since 2006, resigned on Monday, citing choosing a new career path.
Landing is key for NASA Mars rover
'Curiosity'hopes to explore Red Planet
PASADENA, Calif. (AP) - It's NASA's most ambitious and expensive Mars mission yet - and it begins with the red planet arrival late Sunday of the smartest interplanetary rover ever built. Also the most athletic.
Chip shots July 31, 2012
• HOLE IN ONE
Romantic crooner Tony Martin dies at 98
LOS ANGELES (AP) - Tony Martin, the romantic singer who appeared in movie musicals from the 1930s to the 1950s and sustained a career in records, television and nightclubs from the Depression era into the 21st century, has died. He was 98.
Firefighters pulled back from central Idaho blaze
BOISE (AP) - Firefighters were pulled back from a small but dangerous wildfire burning northwest of Stanley in central Idaho, where several campgrounds have been evacuated.
All eyes on European Central Bank's Draghi to fight crisis
FRANKFURT, Germany - European Central Bank president Mario Draghi has already taken Europe's monetary authority into uncharted territory.
James 'Red' Lee Bowers, 85
James “Red” Lee Bowers, 85, resident of Post Falls died July 25, 2012, at his home under Auburn Crest Hospice Care. Red was born May 30, 1927, in Choctaw, Ark., to James C. and Frances (Cullum) Bowers.
William Charles (Bill) Fout, 89 Feb. 21, 1923 - July 9, 2012
Bill Fout passed away July 9, 2012, at Beehive Homes in Coeur d’Alene. He was born Feb. 21, 1923, on a farm in Andes, Mont. to Stanley and Gladys Fout. He grew up in Coeur d’Alene and attended Winton Elementary School and Coeur d’Alene High School where he excelled on the football team.
North Idaho Briefs July 31, 2012
Idaho court to hear election challenge
Records July 31, 2012
CRIME REPORTS
Olympians shatter stereotypes
The Olympic Games teem with inspiring stories. All Olympians possess admirable traits by definition - perseverance, strength (of mind and body), and the determination necessary to get them to the opening of the 2012 Olympics in London this month.
World/Nation Briefs July 31, 2012
Romney's Israel comments anger Palestinians
County's growth has youthful feel
Projects coming online to serve students, create jobs
Kootenai County is building for the future.
Missing man sought
TWIN FALLS (AP) - Searchers in southern Idaho are looking for the body of a Washington state man presumed drowned in the Snake River.
Gidlund named Hayden Citizen of the Year
Through the years, Carl Gidlund has worn many different types of hats, but last weekend he earned a new one - Hayden Citizen of the Year.
Big decisions ahead
U.S. Silver board recommends shareholders reject Hecla bid
COEUR d'ALENE - There are big decisions directly ahead for shareholders of U.S. Silver Corp., the owner and operator of the Galena Mine and other properties in the Silver Valley.
Reward offered in arson case
Law enforcement provided descriptions on Monday of two individuals thought to be connected to Sunday's fire that destroyed a duplex under construction on Nettleton Gulch Road.
Area atheists come out of their closets
Billboards in Spokane feature testimonials, photos of local agnostics
Sharon Mease's childhood was typical for a conservative Baptist family.
NORTHWEST NOTES July 31, 2012
Crush 97 begins play at nationals
Bob Ross: Eat your veggies
Former operator of Ross Motel, Cash and Carry grocery is 100
COEUR d'ALENE - To Bob Ross, you are what you eat.
Do you believe in God?
Is your problem gluten? Or faddish eating?
ATLANTA (AP) — It sounds like an unfolding epidemic: A decade ago, virtually no one in the U.S. seemed to have a problem eating gluten in bread and other foods. Now, millions do.
Avista emails good news to customers
Avista notified its customers by email today that the Spokane-based power company is seeking to lower natural gas and electric prices for Idaho customers.
Former NIC athlete at Olympics
Former North Idaho College basketball player Tugce Canitez is competing for her homeland, Turkey, in the 2012 London Olympics. Canitez played on the NIC women’s basketball team that won the 2011 National Junior College Athletic Association National Championship.
Supreme Court to hear Cd'A election appeal
COEUR d’ALENE — The election challenge suit over the 2009 Coeur d’Alene general election will go before the Idaho Supreme Court's Court of Appeals at 11:10 a.m. Sept. 19 at the Kootenai County Courthouse.
Sage grouse hunting changes considered
BOISE (AP) — Idaho wildlife officials want the public's input on proposed hunting changes for sage grouse, a game bird that's a candidate for federal Endangered Species Act protections.
State: School laptop program on track
BOISE (AP) — State officials negotiating with computer suppliers to arm every high school teacher and student with a laptop under Idaho's contested education reforms say they're still on track to get the program started this fall.
First human case of West Nile in Idaho
BOISE (AP) — Officials with the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare say a southern Idaho woman has tested positive for West Nile virus, becoming the first known person to come down with the mosquito-borne illness this year.
King of Coeur
The title, the background, the income, the designation by Forbes as one of the most powerful young CEOs in all the land — they paint a very stark and stuffy picture of Mitchell J. Krebs.
Post Falls leader joining Ground Force
The Press has learned that Post Falls City Administrator Eric Keck will be the chief operating officer in charge of plant operations at Post Falls-based mining equipment manufacturer Ground Force Worldwide starting Sept. 1.
Legals July 31, 2012
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE Trustee's Sale No. ID-BVS-12012489 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that; Pioneer Title Company of Ada County dba Pioneer Lender Trustee Services, the duly appointed Successor Trustee, will on November 2, 2012, at the hour of 11:00 AM, of said day, IN THE LOBBY OF PIONEER TITLE COMPANY OF KOOTENAI COUNTY, 100 WALLACE 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: A portion of the Southwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 35, Township 50 North, Range 4 West, Boise Meridian, Kootenai County, Idaho, said portion being described as follows: COMMENCING at a found aluminum cap monumenting the South Quarter corner of said Section 35; thence Along the Southerly line of said Section 35, North 88 degrees 51'11" West, a distance of 1,326.28 feet to the Southeast corner of said Southwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter, said point being the REAL POINT OF BEGINNING; thence Leaving said Southerly line North 87 degrees 19'42" West, a distance of 447.28 feet to a point on an existing road; thence Along said road the following courses and distances: Northwesterly, 21.84 feet along the arc of a non-tangent circular curve concave to the Northwest, said curve having a radius of 100.00 feet, a central angle of 12 degrees 30'56" and a long chord which bears North 18 degrees 02'53" East, a chord distance of 21.80 feet; thence North 11 degrees 47'25" East, a distance of 20.54 feet; thence Northwesterly 79.14 feet along the arc of a circular curve concave to the Southeast, said curve having a radius of 300.00 feet, a central angle of 15 degrees 06'54" and a long chord which bears North 19 degrees 20'52" East, a chord distance of 78.91 feet; thence North 26 degrees 54' 19" East, a distance of 193.94 feet; thence North 29 degrees 38' 16" East, a distance of 125.20 feet; thence Leaving said road, South 31 degrees 53'25" East, a distance of 492.20 feet to the REAL POINT OF 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 4706 S. CELINE DR, AKA 1914 W. KIDD ISLAND RD., COEUR DALENE, ID 83814, 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 TODD J WALKER & JAMI WALKER, HUSBAND & WIFE, as Grantor, to PIONEER TITLE COMPANY OF KOOTENAI COUNTY, as Trustee, for the benefit and security of FIRST HORIZON HOME LOAN CORPORATION, as Beneficiary, dated 12/22/2005, recorded 12/30/2005, under Instrument No. 2004991, modified under Instrument No. 2135315000, Mortgage records of KOOTENAI County, IDAHO, the beneficial interest in which is presently held by BAYVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC. 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 12/22/2005, THE MONTHLY PAYMENT WHICH BECAME DUE ON 10/1/2011 AND ALL SUBSEQUENT MONTHLY PAYMENTS, PLUS LATE CHARGES AND OTHER COSTS AND FEES AS SET FORTH. Amount due as of June 29, 2012 Delinquent Payments from October 01, 2011 6 payments at $ 3,541.71 each $ 21,250.26 3 payments at $ 4,008.97 each $ 12,026.91 (10-01-11 through 06-2.9-12) Late Charges: $ 1,251.27 TOTAL: $ 34,528.44 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 $753,966.48, together with interest thereon at 3.750% per annum from 9/1/2011 to 4/1/2012, 3.750% per annum from 4/1/2012, 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 b heard, as to those objections if they bring a lawsuit to restrain the same. SALE INFORMATION LINE: 714-730-2727 or http://www.lpsasap.com DATED: 6/29/2012 Pioneer Title Company of Ada County dba Pioneer Lender Trustee Services By: c/o ASSET FORECLOSURE SERVICES, INC. 5900 Canoga Avenue, Suite 220 Woodland Hills CA 91367 Phone: (877) 237-7878 A-4267189 07/10/2012, 07/17/2012, 07/24/2012, 07/31/2012 Legal 5720 July 10, 17, 24, 31, 2012
Monday, July 30
Illness forces Tom Jones to cancel Olympic gig
LONDON (AP) - Tom Jones has apologized to fans after pulling out of an Olympic celebration concert in London after contracting bronchitis.
Greensferry overpass nears reality
I-90 project could happen in as soon as two years
Fire destroys duplex under construction
Three other homes damaged; witnesses report seeing two leaving structure before fire
Goodbye, McEuen
Coeur d'Alene sends off longtime home by earning top seed to state
Hadley wins Race the River triathlon
Loggers win, earn top seed to state
Warrants July 30, 2012
Thunder finish with win at nationals
Landscape of Excellence nominations now accepted
Nominations for "Landscape of Excellence" are being accepted by Community Canopy, an organization with the goal of sustainable community forests.
DUI numbers down
Reasons unclear; bartenders, taxi companies say they're doing their part
Indians shut out Yakima
Arven G. Thomas, 84
Arven G. Thomas, 84, of Hayden, passed away July 28, 2012. He was born Sept. 16, 1927, to Harry and Opal Thomas in Pompey’s Pillar, Mont. He was the second of four sons and one daughter. He spent the majority of his life in the Pacific Northwest.
Melody Marlene Self, 61
On Saturday, July 28, 2012, after an extended illness. Melody Marlene Self finished her race and went to be with her loving lord. Born Nov. 19, 1950, in Wallace to Gail Eugene and Ardath Agnes (Fowler) Self, the third of three children.
We are living in a period of wild weather 'extremes'
Weather Gems
Since 1968, we've been in a global cycle of WIDE WEATHER 'EXTREMES' that's been the strongest such cycle in more than 1,000 years, since the days of Leif Ericsson, the mighty Norse Chieftain.
Hayden Days parade
Best in Parade honors went to Girls Scouts of Eastern Washington and North Idaho Service Unit 441 Color Guard who marched Saturday in the Hayden Days parade.
Post Falls city administrator resigns
Post Falls Mayor Clay Larkin told The Press that City Administrator Eric Keck submitted a letter of resignation today.
Reward offered in Nettleton Gulch arson
A $5,000 reward is offered for information leading to an arrest of the person or persons responsible for an arson fire that occurred Sunday evening at 1609 E. Nettleton Gulch, in Coeur d’Alene.
Billboard puts Idaho in national spotlight
A billboard in southwestern Idaho that compares President Barack Obama's foreign policy and the Colorado shooting suspect's alleged crimes, has gained the attention of national news outlets, and the image has gone viral online.
Video: Distracted walkers stumble into danger
WASHINGTON (AP) — A young man talking on a cellphone meanders along the edge of a lonely train platform at night. Suddenly he stumbles, loses his balance and pitches over the side, landing head first on the tracks.
Club sports unlikely to replace high school sports
High school sports from the Friday night football game to basketball, volleyball, baseball, softball track and field, tennis, golf … you name it, it has a constituency who live and die with the outcome of the events. High school sports rank right up there with mom, apple pie and Chevrolets.
IB: Cruel and unusual punishment
Anyone who has read the enlightening editorial in the Press on July 29th must now realize the terrible threat posed by the International Baccalaureate program.
U-Idaho prof helps put amputee on Olympic track
MOSCOW, Idaho – One leg, two legs or no legs, it’s all about living a normal life. Unless you’re South Africa’s Oscar Pistorious, a double amputee who will be the first ever amputee to compete in the Olympics on the track – thanks in part to a team of researchers, including University of Idaho’s Craig McGowan.
Legals July 30, 2012
Notice of Trustee's Sale Idaho Code 45-1506 Today's date: June 28, 2012 File No.: 7314.01156 Sale date and time (local time): October 29, 2012 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: 2146 South Meadow Brook Acres Road 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: Giles Kavanagh and Laurey Kavanagh, husband and wife Original trustee: First American Title Company Original beneficiary: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. solely as nominee for Homecomings Financial Network, Inc. Recording date: November 28, 2005 Recorder's instrument number: 1997674 County: Kootenai Sum owing on the obligation: as of June 28, 2012: $297,760.53 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: A part of the Southwest Quarter of Section 21, Township 50 North, Range 4 West, B.M., Kootenai County, State of Idaho, more particularly described as follows: Beginning at a point on the South line of said Section 21, said point being South 89 degrees 45' 44" East, 671.58 feet from the Southwest corner of said Section 21; thence South 89 degrees 45' 44" East, 650.00 feet to the Southeast corner of the West half of the Southwest Quarter of said Section 21; thence North 43 degrees 59' 12" West, 986.87 feet; thence South 26 degrees 34' 40" West along the right of way line of an access road, 40 feet; thence 40 feet along a curve to the right that has a radius of 60 feet, a central angle of 38 degrees 11' 50", a chord length of 39.26 feet and a chord bearing of South 45 degrees 40' 39" West; thence leaving said right of way line, South 7 degrees 11' 56" East, 649.27 feet to the Point of Beginning. Also known as Lot 7 in the Southwest Quarter of Section 21, Township 50 North, Range 4 West, B.M. 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# 7314.01156) 1002.221227-File No. Legal 5710 July 9, 16, 23, 30, 2012
Sunday, July 29
PENALTY: Litany for Nittany Lions
While some Penn State football players and parents decry the NCAA sanctions, the penalties levied underscore a fundamental truth: an individual’s actions do not occur in isolation.
ROW Adventures nets magazine's top spot
Coeur d'Alene company No. 1 tour operator in the world
At a glance, ROW Adventures' website certainly suggests an expansive operation.
Loggers secure berth to state A tourney
Quite a splash
Lochte wins 400 IM; Phelps fails to medal for first time since 2000
Millwood, Montero pace M's
Ken Cook: A social volunteer
Cd'A man and Post Falls Lions member working his way up the regional ranks IN PERSON
Ken Cook is a self-described social butterfly.
SCOUTS: An exemplary stance
Sunday’s paper ran a cartoon showing a man chiding a Boy Scout over the Scout’s ban against gays becoming scout leaders; the picture portrayed the Boy Scouts as prejudiced, discriminating, homophobic and backwards. Has the cartoonist not been following the news about the nightmare at Penn State, which has resulted in former assistant coach Jerry Sandusky being convicted of 45 criminal counts with a possible maximum sentence of 468 years in prison for acts of child molestation? The shame and disgrace that this took place at all, let alone that it was ignored and even covered up by higher-ups will haunt Penn State for decades and will certainly be a warning to other institutions to do everything in their power to see to it that it does not happen to them and those young people in their care.
Wine Cellar rises up, opens Wednesday
Business Bits
A combination of Inland Northwest and Italian-Mediterranean decor and flavor will be featured at the Wine Cellar that opens Wednesday in its new street-level location at 317 Sherman Ave. Moving from "down below" at 313 Sherman, the new location most recently was the Brix Restaurant.
Coming together
Military families pained by death find comfort with memorial walk/run
Phelps proves he's human after all
Northwest Notes July 29, 2012
Slezak gets connected to serve
Volunteer Corner
Requiem for a good program
Fans of the Coeur d'Alene School District's International Baccalaureate program, that sure does sound like taps in the background.
HYDRO: Let the races begin
The news about the Hydro races being moved up to 2013 was well received by many of us in the beautiful Idaho Panhandle. The fact that they will be outside of city limits is also good news, because our deadbeat City Council can’t do a thing about it.
It is more than a moral issue
Even though the real estate market is limping into its continued recovery and foreclosures seem to have subsided a bit, there are still many folks who are finding it increasingly difficult to stay in their homes. Some hang on until foreclosure, others opt for the short sale strategy - agreeing to sell their homes for less than they owe - a sometimes arduous process that requires patience and stamina from both buyer and seller as they wait for the lien holder to make a decision.
Rain, hecklers greet Tebow at Jets practice
The Front Row with MARK NELKE July 29, 2012
Break it to the Vandals gently, perhaps
Not much new came out of the Western Athletic Conference football media day in Las Vegas last week.
GUNS: One would have spared tragedy
There is no doubt that many people are blaming guns for the tragedy in the Colorado movie theater, but that would be comparable to blaming planes for the nearly 3,000 people who died on 9/11.
Milestone Announcements July 29, 2012
'Hawks have a battle
Camp opens with trio trying to earn nod at starting QB
July is flying by
My Garden Path
My computer died this week, so I wasn't sure I'd be able to get this column written in time for the deadline. Whew, made it, but it is kind of sad that we've become such slaves to technology.
HOAs: What good are they?
Homeowner Associations have run amok! Once a good idea, HOAs have now, it seems, evolved into something twisted and perverse. Most HOA enforcers are untrained volunteers from the very community the HOA represents.
Community Thanks July 29, 2012
Land's thirst is quenched here
While others face drought conditions, North Idaho sits on an abundant water supply
Roa's bat, solid pitching help Indians blank Bears
Thunder scores first, but falls 5-1
Idaho team drops to 0-2 at national club soccer tourney
MARRIAGE: Try to love everyone
What would God think of his world of 2012? Probably that there are too many people that hate in his world. Hate because of the color of your skin; hate because of your religion; hate because you love someone of your own sex; hate because someone looks different; hate just to hate something or someone. Marriage has become less and less of the norm for many years not because of homosexual people, but because of heterosexual people who don’t care to work at marriage! Generations are teaching their children that marriage isn’t an essential element in having children, that it’s “just a piece of paper” and then just walk away from the relationship and fight over the kids.
You control your emotions
You are driving to work when another driver suddenly cuts into your lane and nearly clips you. You immediately get mad and it sets you off for the morning.
Johnson, Wilson inducted into Mariners Hall of Fame
Editorial: Requiem for a good program
Fans of the Coeur d’Alene School District’s International Baccalaureate program, that sure does sound like taps in the background.
Saturday, July 28
Elections good for gun sales
Some retailers reporting higher sales similar to those during 2008
Some Kootenai County gun retailers and law enforcement are reporting a rise in gun ownership, though they say the trend started months before last week's shooting in Colorado.
Administration projects $1.2T 2012 budget deficit
Fedele ties for 10th at Washington state junior golf tourney
Thunder drop opener at soccer nationals
Man seeks lost watch
Center: It's always been there!
I have been on the Lake City Center (formerly the Lake City Senior Center) Board of Directors for years. Though I am 84, I just retired from Kootenai County Government.
Loggers, St. Maries to play for state berth
A new era in Bonner County transportation
Sandpoint's Sand Creek Byway opens to traffic
Tool exhibit dedicated to honor Free
Rathdrum man was longtime hunting safety instructor, blacksmith
New STEM charter school to open
Facility has 264 students enrolled with another 240 on a waiting list
The region's third brick-and-mortar charter school is ready for its very first - first day of school.
Cowboy guitarist Chuck Pyle to perform at Jacklin Arts and Cultural Center
His music - part cowboy, part new age - reflects a mystical connection to the landscape of the American West
Crime Stoppers offers reward
Records July 28, 2012
Statue of Gleason punt block unveiled
The Front Row with JASON ELLIOTT July 28, 2012
A fitting tribute will be to win
For a lot of fans of Idaho Vandal athletics, Thursday was probably the saddest day in their program history.
Third recall in 2 weeks for Escape
Ford to recall 485,000 small SUVs to fix throttles
Jaso helps M's earn another Royal 'W'
Seattle improves to 5-1 vs. KC this season
Third floor, please
Free chairlift allows Cd'A man to return to upstairs of home
Indians fall to Bears in extra innings
Movers and Shakers July 28, 2012
Victims suffer a lifetime
First I was dismayed that The Press would give this guy Bill Johnson front page coverage. You never see front page coverage of rape victims and the physical, mental agony that they go through for years to come. How about the shame, humiliation or the number of divorces caused by this terrible act?
Brewers send Greinke to Angels
Prairie walks off with win
Metcalf homer beats Twins in 11
Shaken and stirred
Opening ceremony gives Olympics a rocking start
Tales from the runway
HBO doc tells behind-the-scenes stories of models
Always on the move
University of Idaho grad serving as White House intern
At 22, Stephanie Fuqua has already worked in far-flung locales like Africa, Hollywood and even the White House. But the recent University of Idaho graduate said she ultimately wants to end up right where she started.
Business best without fed 'help'
I take offense to what Doug Strong wrote. I will have my 36th anniversary in business next month.
Legals July 28, 2012
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE: The following described property 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 06/03/2011 at 10:00 AM, (recognized local time) for the purpose of foreclosing that certain Deed of Trust recorded 08/03/2009 as Instrument Number 2225604000, and re-recorded 08/21/2009 as Instrument Number 222870900, and executed by LORETTA C WHITE AND DENNIS R WHITE, WIFE AND HUSBAND, 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: LEGAL DESCRIPTION: ALL THAT CERTAIN LAND SITUATED IN THE STATE OF IDAHO, COUNTY OF KOOTENAI, CITY OF HAYDEN, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: LOT 10, BLOCK 3, OF WEST HAYDEN ESTATES FIRST ADDITION, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, RECORDED IN BOOK I OF PLATS,PAGE 193, 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, 1453 EAST WESTDALE DRIVE, Hayden, ID, 83835 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 10/01/2010 of principal, interest and impounds and subsequent installments due thereafter; plus late charges, with interest currently accruing at 5.500% 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 $314,096.67 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: 01/25/2011 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 # 11-0002407 FEI #:1006.126675 Legal5751 July 14,21,28, 2012 August 4, 2012
Friday, July 27
URA: One glaring omission
Congratulations to the Post Falls Urban Renewal Commission for its successful Riverbend urban renewal development. There is no doubt that many jobs have been created by the combined private/public efforts at the Riverbend Commerce Park.
Kurt P. Henson, 47
Kurt P. Henson, of Post Falls, died from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident on July 24, 2012. He died doing what he loved, riding his Harley and listening to Kid Rock.
Vargas' 8 solid innings brings win No. 11
Hurler retires first 11 batters as M's down Royals
Inching down
Tight inventories blamed for Idaho's slow reaction to falling gas prices
When it comes to decreasing gas prices, North Idaho has sputtered compared to even small towns in the region.
Bonner County board 'acknowledges' pay increases
Other elected officials are calling foul on the move
Dead cattle, devastation in wake of Western fires
Keep your eyes peeled for the Spam
It might not be what you were originally looking for in Christmas At the Lake.
London set to wow us
2012 Olympic games opening ceremony is at 7:30 tonight on NBC Cool Britannia
White House makes clear: No push for new gun laws
Writers Corner for July 27, 2012
Entertainment Calendar for July 27, 2012
Schedule of events for July 27 - Aug. 9
Movers and Shakers July 27, 2012
Winger leads Loggers in opener
Records July 27, 2012
Busting myths about sex offenders
Mary Murdock's article "Pity isn't in the plan" suggests making amends and/or establishing a fund to help victims of sexual crimes, which is noteworthy. However, she goes on to say that "sex offenders do not need a support group, feeling sorry for themselves, while relating and enjoying memories of their crimes."
Why new zoning code is overdue
For more than 40 years, I have represented homeowners asking my assistance to preserve their private property rights. We have contested applications by developers and individuals in controversies before the Kootenai County board of commissioners and in lawsuits in district court and, on occasion, in the Idaho Supreme Court.
Longtime Vandals broadcaster Bob Curtis dies at 87
BIKES: Path there for a good reason
To the cyclists who routinely ride on Coeur d’Alene Lake Drive: no matter what combination of alien-shaped helmet/distastefully colored spandex you wear, you are incapable of sustaining 45 mph. I know you are of the “Share the road” mentality, but there is no need to create a traffic issue when there is a bike path provided for you not 20 feet away. Please use it.
Neighbors band together
Sanders Beach group to start Block Watch
North Idaho Briefs July 27, 2012
OBAMA: We have seen plenty
Babe Ruth once said “You ain’t seen nothin’, yet!”
Ain't misbehaving
Woman marks 100th birthday with cake, dancing
Event to remember fallen heroes with Idaho ties
Free memorial run/walk scheduled for Saturday in Post Falls
Chick-fil-A sandwiches become political symbol
Still a Starr after all these years
Ringo rocks Northern Quest
At 72 years old, this much is certain about Ringo Starr: He still rocks.
World/Nation Briefs July 26, 2012
CARTOON: It's all about values
How ironic is the Margulies editorial cartoon of July 22? In derogating the recent decision of the Boy Scouts of America to exclude homosexual leaders, Margulies displays considerable close-mindedness himself. In a word, he decries intolerance while displaying his own intolerance of the beliefs held by others.
We need more Batman
Ticket Stubs
This year's trifecta of "The Avengers," "The Amazing Spider-Man" and "The Dark Knight Rises" is easily the most widespread saturation of superheroes in popular culture we've ever had.
CARTOON: Just the pap, ma'am
Your 22 July political “cartoon” was disgusting, showing a Boy Scout selling cookies and being advised by a homeowner that he should accept homosexuals. The Scout’s boxes are labeled “prejudice,” “discriminate,” “homophobia” and “backwards.” What a bunch of cowardly, insulting liberal pap!
And now for the seniors
Thanks to the amazing generosity of hundreds of people and the couple who hosted them, the Boys & Girls Club of Kootenai County ran into a windfall Tuesday night.
Litter-ally cuckoo
For all of you who know a "crazy cat lady," here's some proof that you're not far off.
Stateline Speedway results July 27, 2012
Idaho coach Akey stresses 'finish' at WAC media day
Football team picked to finish fourth in media poll, fifth by conference coaches
PRESS: Bent rules for Orzell
First, I’d like to say that I have always appreciated The Press printing my “letter’s to editor” so that I may voice my opinion’s over the years.
Wake up call
'Spring Awakening' delivers strong message
The Front Row with JIM LITKE July 27, 2012
40 years of pain worth a moment of silence
Victim displays wounds in court
Transient stabbing case moves up to district court for trial
SCHOOLS: Vote for bond issue
There is a school bond election coming in August that needs our unanimous support. Yes, even from those of you who never vote yes for a bond.
ZONING: As a nightmare unfolds
I had my house built in the Woodbridge area, as it was being developed west of Post Falls about eight years ago, to fit my needs as I aged.
Northwest Notes July 27, 2012
PROJECT: Join the fun Saturday
Life in a Day CDA is a crowd sourced event scheduled in Coeur d’Alene this Saturday. For a 24-hour period (12:01 a.m. to 11:59 p.m.), you can submit up to three photographs and a one-minute video of life around Coeur d’Alene.
Plummer man killed in roll-over crash
A 28-year-old Plummer man died early Friday in a roll-over wreck on U.S. 95 in Latah County, north of Moscow.
Blogger may have been SWATed by nemesis
SWATting? What the heck is that? Star, Idaho, resident David Fix knows. He has had an up close and personal view of it and he did not enjoy the experience.
Got a service project? NIC has helping hands
North Idaho College is seeking projects from nonprofit organizations that could use the help of volunteers as part of the NIC Day of Service this fall.
Sandcreek Byway open at last
SANDPOINT — Motorists were turned loose on the Sand Creek Byway this morning.
Spokane man guilty of 19 counts wire fraud
He helped bilk Cd'A woman out of hundreds of thousands of dollars.
Reagan Republicans fundraise to protect name
COEUR d’ALENE — The Kootenai County Reagan Republicans say they have retained an attorney and have begun raising money to prepare for a legal fight to protect their brand name.
Kootenai Update May 2012.mov
Missing ring found in lake four years later
When she lost her diamond wedding ring four years ago, Necia Rasmussen held out hope for several months before finally buying a replacement. But she never stopped missing the one that got away.
Being a Mets fan didn't kill her
Every now and then, we find something to chuckle about in the most unlikely place in the newspaper, the obituary section. Usually, it's an obit about someone with spunk, who liked to laugh and didn't take themselves too seriously.
Ticket stubs: We need more Batman
This year's trifecta of "The Avengers," "The Amazing Spider-Man" and "The Dark Knight Rises" is easily the most widespread saturation of superheroes in popular culture we've ever had.
Editorial: And now for the seniors
Thanks to the amazing generosity of hundreds of people and the couple who hosted them, the Boys & Girls Club of Kootenai County ran into a windfall Tuesday night.
Legals July 27, 2012
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE Loan No.: 0022944599 T.S. No.: 11-04477-6A On October 29, 2012 11:00 AM, in the lobby of Pioneer Title Company of Kootenai County located at 100 Wallace Avenue, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814 in the County of Kootenai, State of Idaho, Fidelity National Title Insurance Company, as Trustee, on behalf of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Trustee for Option One Mortgage Loan Trust 2007-5, Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2007-5, the current Beneficiary, will sell at public auction, to the highest bidder, 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: THE LAND REFERRED TO HEREIN BELOW IS SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF KOOTENAI, STATE OF IDAHO, AND IS DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: Tract 193, HAYDEN LAKE IRRIGATED TRACTS, according to the plat recorded in Book "C" of Plats at Page 67, records of Kootenai County, Idaho. EXCEPT BEGINNING at the Northwest corner of Tract 193, said Northwest corner of Tract 193, being 664.6 feet East and 30 feet South of the Northwest corner of Section 23, Township 51 North, Range 4 West of the Boise Meridian, Kootenai County, Idaho; thence East along the North line 303.63 feet to an iron pin; thence South 1 degrees 56' West along existing fence 261.16 feet to an iron pin; thence East 83.61 feet to an iron pin; thence South 0 degrees 37' West, 370.04 feet to an iron pin on the South line; thence North 89 degrees 58' West, along said South line 379.23 feet to an iron pin which is the Southwest corner of Tract 193; thence North 0 degrees 26' East 630.83 feet along the West line of Tract 193 to the POINT OF BEGINNING. ALSO EXCEPT BEGINNING at the Northeast corner of Tract 193, being 1329.2 feet East and 30.0 feet South of the Northwest corner of Section 23, Township 51 North, Range 4 West of the Boise Meridian, Kootenai County, Idaho; thence South 0 degrees 29' West along the East line of Tract 631.18 feet to an iron pin, the Southeast corner of Tract 193; thence North 89 degrees 58' West, along the South line 284.81 feet to an iron pin; thence North 0 degrees 37' East, 332.66 feet to an iron pin; thence North 89 degrees 59' East, 199.18 feet to an iron pin; thence North 0 degrees 29' East, 299.18 feet to the North line of Tract 193; thence East along the North line 85.0 feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING. ALSO EXCEPTING BEGINNING at the Southeast corner of Tract 193; thence North 0 degrees 29' East, 631.18 feet to the Northeast corner of Tract 193; thence West 85 feet along the North line of said Tract the POINT OF BEGINNING; thence South 0 degrees 28' West, 299.18 feet; thence South 89 degrees 59' West, 200.18 feet; thence North 37.09 feet; thence East 52.25 feet; thence North 0 degrees 20' East 262.09 feet; thence East 148.50 feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING. 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: 1302 W. HAYDEN AVE. , HAYDEN, ID, is sometimes associated with said real property. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty regarding title, possession or encumbrance to satisfy the obligation secured by and pursuant to the power of sale conferred in the Deed of Trust executed by HARRY W. ROBERTSON, A MARRIED MAN, AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY, as original grantor(s), to FIRST AMERICAN TITLE COMPANY, as original trustee, for the benefit and security of OPTION ONE MORTGAGE CORPORATION, A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION, as original beneficiary, dated as of March 26, 2007, and recorded March 29, 2007, as Instrument No. 2091069000 in the Official Records of the Office of the Recorder of Kootenai County, Idaho. Please Note: 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 set forth herein. The current beneficiary is: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Trustee for Option One Mortgage Loan Trust 2007-5, Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2007-5, (the "Beneficiary"). Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining unpaid balance of the obligations secured by and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier's check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in the Idaho Financial Code and authorized to do business in Idaho, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the trustee. The default(s) for which this sale is to be made under Deed of Trust and Note dated March 26, 2007 are: Failed to pay the monthly payments of $15,456.24 due from December 1, 2010, together with all subsequent payments; together with late charges due; together with other fees and expenses incurred by the Beneficiary; The principal balance owing as of this date on the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust is $366,461.70, plus accrued interest at the rate of 2.00000% per annum from November 1, 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: June 27, 2012 Fidelity National Title Insurance Company, Trustee 1920 Main Street, Suite 1120, Irvine, CA 92614 949-252-4900 Lorena De La Torre, Authorized Signature SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ON LINE AT www.lpsasap.com FOR AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION please call 714-730-2727 A-4266304 07/06/2012, 07/13/2012, 07/20/2012, 07/27/2012 Legal 5703 July 6, 13, 20, 27 2012
Thursday, July 26
Pike, bass chomping in Lake Cd'A
Fish Tips
Keep casting in the bays of Lake Coeur d'Alene if pike is your goal, said Jordan Smith with Fins and Feathers Tackle Shop and Guide Service.
NWSH raises funds for PFHS
POST FALLS - Friends and employees of Northwest Specialty Hospital raised $2,000 for the Post Falls High School Athletic Department during their fourth annual employee barbecue.
THE FRONT ROW with Mark Nelke July 26, 2012
If this is it at McEuen ...
With Lewis-Clark playing very un-Lewis-Clark like baseball these days, Cranbrook unable to field a team, Sandpoint no longer in the league and Moscow long gone from class AA, the North Idaho League isn't quite where it was as far as depth in American Legion baseball.
U.S. rallies past France in opener
GLASGOW, Scotland (AP) - An early start to the Olympics turned into an early deficit for the U.S. women's football team, which gave up two quick goals before unleashing an attack the rest of the world will find hard to stop.
New invasive insect found in U.S.
Pest detected in Ada, Canyon counties
BOISE - A new invasive insect, the Elm Seed Bug (Arocatus melanocephalus), has recently been confirmed in Idaho in both Ada and Canyon counties.
Bullying is a senior problem, too
Bullying isn't limited to children. Adults bully and are bullied. Preying on the vulnerable is a failing as old as humanity. The irony is that while those who bully do it to feel stronger, such behavior only reveals them as weak.
More burglaries reported in Cd'A
COEUR d'ALENE - More than $7,000 worth of goods was stolen from a Coeur d'Alene home, and another home in the Sanders Beach area was broken into, as burglars continue to carry off jewelry, electronics and firearms.
Yankees rally in the Nix of time, take 2 of 3 from M's
SEATTLE - Whether it was Hisashi Iwakuma or Josh Kinney, Seattle's pitchers kept successfully working themselves out of jams most of the day.
Movers and Shakers July 26, 2012
Ackerman set to lead Sorensen Magnet School
Indians lose in ninth
PASCO, Wash. - Rosell Herrera hit a leadoff double and scored on Francisco Sosa's bases-loaded single with one out in the bottom of the ninth as the Tri-City Dust Devils beat the Spokane Indians 6-5 in Northwest League play Wednesday night in front of 1,690 at Gesa Stadium.
Dodgers land Hanley Ramirez; Hamels stays with Phillies
The Los Angeles Dodgers acquired former NL batting champion Hanley Ramirez from Miami in a multiplayer trade, the second big deal in as many days for the disappointing Marlins.
The man in the photo
Former NIC student searching for subject she captured in image
COEUR d'ALENE - The man's name is in Tamara Wischmeier's notebook, which the amateur photographer lost long ago.
Motorcycle crash kills PF man; Another injures driver
A Post Falls man died in a Tuesday night crash on State Highway 200 near Clark Fork.
Sweeney takes home Realtor honors
Award recognizes her contributions to the community
COEUR d'ALENE - Coeur d'Alene real estate agent Cindy Sweeney says she loves helping people find the home of their dreams, and making lasting friendships along the way.
Be Safe
Anita Banta has been teaching hunter education for 30 years
COEUR d'ALENE - When it comes to hunter education in Idaho, the name of Anita Banta might not come up very often.
Seahawks begin camp with questions at quarterback
RENTON, Wash. - When Pete Carroll and the Seattle Seahawks broke from minicamp in mid-June, all the focus heading into training camp was on a three-way competition for starting quarterback.
Long road back
Veterans ride for healing and help
COEUR d'ALENE - After multiple deployments to the Middle East, southeast Asia and the Balkans, Ryan Creel was diagnosed with chronic post traumatic stress disorder. He was medically retired from the U.S. Army after 13 years of honorable service.
Reward offered for missing woman
Deborah Sykes has been missing since '05, took no belongings
RATHDRUM - Crime Stoppers of the Inland Northwest is offering a $500 cash reward to go with a reward being offered by the family of Rathdrum woman Deborah Dee Sykes, who has been missing since Feb. 13, 2005.
Seattle inks Unger to contract extension
RENTON, Wash. (AP) - The Seattle Seahawks have locked up center Max Unger beyond the 2012 season after signing the anchor of Seattle's offensive line to a multi-year extension.
Toyota takes global sales lead from GM
TOKYO - Toyota bounced back from safety recalls and natural disasters, selling 4.97 million vehicles globally in the first half of the year to retake its crown as the world's top automaker from General Motors Co.
The Wildlife Summit: A conversation about Idaho's wildlife
A recent June day of salmon fishing with my family and friends on the Salmon River brought many things, including my wife's first chinook.
Records request pinpoints suspect
Alleged embezzler was fired Tuesday
COEUR d'ALENE - By process of elimination, The Press has determined who's accused of embezzling thousands of dollars from the city of Coeur d'Alene.
Stewards of the land
Inland Empire Paper Company honored for its Fish Creek efforts
Few would probably call a paper company a friend of the environment.
One night only
Dennis Franz, Patty Duke headline all-star cast for CST single show
COEUR D'ALENE - Next week, Emmy and Golden Globe winner Dennis Franz will do something he hasn't done in years. He'll perform for a live audience.
Tribe won't reveal plans for settlement funds
Use of $18 million is considered confidential
The Coeur d'Alene Tribe is not revealing how it will use $18 million it just received from a federal settlement over mismanagement of tribal money and trust lands, said the tribe's legislative director on Wednesday.
Super aspirations
Second a year ago, Idaho Thunder U17 boys take aim at national club soccer title
For the core group of the Idaho Thunder under-17 soccer team, they’ve been building to this moment the last six years.
William Charles (Bill) Fout
Feb. 21, 1923 – July 9, 2012
Linda Otten, 66
Linda Otten passed away peacefully at Kootenai Medical Center on Wednesday, July 18, 2012.
June Grace Ries, 90
Died July 17, 2012, at the Hospice House of North Idaho with her son Bob and daughter Nancy at her side. June was born June 25, 1922, in Queens, N.Y.
Susan Elaine Slosson, 75
Susan Elaine Slosson, 75, passed away July 22, 2012, in Olympia, Wash. Susan was born June 19, 1937, in Coeur d’Alene to Fred and Martha Post. She grew up in Coeur d’Alene and Spokane, attended Coeur d’Alene High School and graduated from Eastern Washington University.
SHERRIE JOHNSON
Aug. 19, 1952 - July 21, 2012
Constance Louise 'Connie' Kee, 62
Eternally devoted, completely loving.
James "Red" Lee Bower, 85
James "Red" Lee Bower, 85, resident of Post Falls, Idaho, died July 25, 2012, at his home under Auburn Crest Hospice Care. Red was born May 30, 1927 in Choctaw, Ark. to James C. and Frances (Cullum) Bowers. He lived in Reno, Nev. for many years and while there met and married his wife, Lois Evelyn Alberson on December 2, 1960. Red was a carpenter by trade working 29 years in Reno before moving to this area in 1983. He was well known for his vintage guitar shop and guitar hobby. Red and his wife enjoyed fishing and remodeled four motor homes updating and traveling for several years. He was a member of the Carpenters Union of the State of Nevada.
Robert "Bob" Wayne Bowen, 57
Robert “Bob” Wayne Bowen of Bayview, Idaho, born in Dayton, Wash., entered into rest Tuesday, July 24, 2012 with family by his side after a resilient battle with lymphoma. Bob was 57 years old and is survived by his wife Deanna Bowen, son Keenan Bowen, parents Herbert and Cletys Bowen and sister Diana Weber (Charlie). His niece Elizabeth Patterson (John), nephew JC Weber (Jessica) and two great nieces also survive him, in addition to numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Bob graduated from Dayton High School in 1973. He attended both Washington State University and Eastern Washington University, graduating from EWU in 1988.
Jay William Lovell, 76
Jay William Lovell, 76, passed away July 16, 2012 at home in Spirit Lake, Idaho. He was born in Lenore, Idaho to Homer D. Lovell and Lotty R. (McKcay) Lovell. Jay was a logger and a mechanic who loved camping, fishing and hunting. He is survived by his wife Iona at home, son, Doug Hayworth, Post Falls, Idaho, daughters, Tina Miller, Federal Way, Wash., Jayna Daniel, Richmond, Va., Maggie Bailey, Spirit Lake, Idaho, and sister Bonnie Atkins of Rathdrum, Idaho. Jay was preceded in death by his parents, one brother and two sisters. Services will be held at a later date. English Funeral Chapel, Post Falls has been entrusted with the final arrangements. Please sign Jay’s guest registry and view online memorial at www.englishfuneralchapel.com
Karen Knapp Haskew, 60
Karen Knapp Haskew, the best example of a Christian Woman died July 16, 2012, at Hospice House of North Idaho. She was born Feb. 23, 1952, in Charleston, W.Va., to Arnold and Mary Elisabeth (Dorsey) Knapp.
Margie Kay Dunkle, 70
Margie Kay Dunkle, 70, died July 21, 2012, in Spokane. Margie was born to Harry and Marguerite James on Jan. 17, 1942, in Coeur d’Alene.
Dorothy Helen Lyons Lindo, 91
Dorothy passed away July 21, 2012, in Coeur d’Alene. She was born Nov. 6, 1920, in St. Paul, Minn., to Peter and Hilda (Ranum) Sneen.
Andy J. Anderson, 55
Andy J. Anderson, 55, of Post Falls, died suddenly Friday, July 13, 2012, from drowning in the Spokane River in Post Falls. He was born in Compton, Calif., July 8, 1957, to Judith and Andy Anderson.
Tribes: Feds should regulate online gambling
WASHINGTON (AP) — With some states readying to start online gambling, Native American tribal leaders are calling on the federal government to step in as it did with brick-and-mortar gambling and establish regulations that ensure tribes get a piece of the action without having their revenue taxed and their sovereignty compromised.
NIC vice president for instruction candidate forums scheduled
Finalists have been named for the vice president for instruction position at North Idaho College and the public is encouraged to participate in open forums with each candidate.
Sign up for classes at NIC Bonners Ferry Center by Aug. 9
Beat the Aug. 9 application deadline for the North Idaho College Bonners Ferry Center by applying now for fall semester.
Vacant fire lookout getting a new look
A long vacant fire lookout in the upper reaches of the North Fork of the Coeur d'Alene River is getting a makeover.
Sholeh: Bullying a senior problem, too
Bullying isn’t limited to children. Adults bully and are bullied. Preying on the vulnerable is a failing as old as humanity. The irony is that while those who bully do it to feel stronger, such behavior only reveals them as weak.
Poll: They should have shut 'em down
Many Press readers thought the NCAA should have levied a harsher penalty on the Penn State football program in the wake of the Jerry Sandusky child sex abuse scandal.
Legals July 26, 2012
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE Loan No.: 0062808191 T.S. No.: 11-03314-6 On October 29, 2012 11:00 AM, in the lobby of Pioneer Title Company of Kootenai County located at 100 Wallace Avenue, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814 in the County of Kootenai, State of Idaho, Fidelity National Title Insurance Company, as Trustee, on behalf of US BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR WELLS FARGO ASSET SECURITIES CORPORATION, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2006-4, the current Beneficiary, will sell at public auction, to the highest bidder, 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: Lot Fourteen (14) WOODLAND SHORES, according to the plat recorded in the office of the County Recorder in Book "E" of Plats, page 143, records of Kootenai County, Idaho. 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: 8139 W SHORECREST ROAD , COEUR D ALENE, ID, is sometimes associated with said real property. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty regarding title, possession or encumbrance to satisfy the obligation secured by and pursuant to the power of sale conferred in the Deed of Trust executed by ROBERT KOBRICK, A MARRIED PERSON, as original grantor(s), to PIONEER TITLE COMPANY OF KOOTENAI COUNTY, as original trustee, for the benefit and security of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as original beneficiary, dated as of February 10, 2006, and recorded February 10, 2006, as Instrument No. 2013014 in the Official Records of the Office of the Recorder of Kootenai County, Idaho. Please Note: 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 set forth herein. The current beneficiary is: US BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR WELLS FARGO ASSET SECURITIES CORPORATION, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2006-4, (the "Beneficiary"). Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining unpaid balance of the obligations secured by and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier's check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in the Idaho Financial Code and authorized to do business in Idaho, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the trustee. The default(s) for which this sale is to be made under Deed of Trust and Note dated February 10, 2006 are: Failed to pay the monthly payments of $1,312.38 due from May 1, 2011, together with all subsequent payments: together with late charges due; together with other fees and expenses incurred by the Beneficiary; The principal balance owing as of this date on the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust is $371,974.42, plus accrued interest at the rate of 4.50000% per annum from April 1, 2011. 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: June 27, 2012 Fidelity National Title Insurance Company, Trustee 1920 Main Street, Suite 1120, Irvine, CA 92614 949-252-4900 Michael Busby, Authorized Signature SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ON LINE AT www.lpsasap.com FOR AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION please call 714-730-2727 A-4265525 07/05/2012, 07/12/2012, 07/19/2012, 07/26/2012 Legal 5701 July 5, 12, 19, 26, 2012
Wednesday, July 25
USC picked to win conference
WSU picked fifth in North; new coach Leach regales media
LOS ANGELES - Southern California is eligible to win championships again, and the Pac-12 media expect the Trojans to reclaim their spot atop the league.
AMERICA: The green slime of corruption
“What power has law where only money rules?” — Gaiu Petronius (66 AD)
ROMNEY: Offer kindly refused
I got Mitt Romney’s letter saying I am one of America’s most notable Republicans.
Sheriff Joe takes the stand in trial
PHOENIX (AP) - There were no TV cameras, no scrum of reporters, no protesters - and there was no swagger inside the courtroom when the typically brash Arizona Sheriff Joe Arpaio took the stand to face critics who say he and his deputies racially profile Hispanics.
Q and A with Britta Forsythe, formerly of North Idaho Christian and Lake City
After a highly successful prep career at North Idaho Christian and Lake City High School, outside hitter Britta Forsythe was recruited to play volleyball for Eastern Washington University. The opportunity to be a Division I student-athlete at a school just 50 miles west of where she grew up was a dream come true. But actually fulfilling this dream has been much harder than anticipated. In her first two years with the program, Forsythe battled an array of injuries and illness, limiting her time on the court. But now, after many months of rehab, Forsythe finds herself stronger than ever and determined to stay that way for the 2012 season, and hopefully the rest of her collegiate career.
OBAMA: About to be outsourced
It’s obvious to me that this is desperation time for you. As history has shown us, polls should never be this close for an incumbent President. Certainly an ominous sign for you.
Herman Phillip Hebert, 81 July 21, 2012
Herman Hebert, 81, passed away peacefully in Coeur d’Alene.
Local Briefs July 25, 2012
Fundraiser to assist police, fire foundation
An advanced method to improve function and decrease pain
Pain and decreased function can be caused by a number of different things: surgery, syndromes, strains, and on and on. There are also multiple ways to decrease pain and improve function following an injury or other debilitation. At Pinnacle Physical Therapy we offer a remarkable procedure that allows your Physical Therapist to detect and treat areas of scar tissue or adhesions in muscles, tendons and ligaments. These scar tissues and adhesions can reduce range of motion and cause significant pain.
WINTON: Give room to learn
This letter is addressed to property taxpayers in the City of Coeur d’Alene. School District 271 is holding open houses at five schools to show the public why it needs voter approval of a $32.7 million facility bond in August.
Wine Rodeo 2012
Each year at this time the four judges for the North Idaho Wine Rodeo commercial wine competition gather to start judging the hundreds of wines entered from around the world. This year the judging panel has a new addition - Jill Kausen of Possibilities on Sherman Avenue. Jill's experience in retail wine sales makes her the perfect addition to Eric Cook, Chris Cates and me, and in the first judging sessions she has proven herself to be a great replacement for past judge Jenniffer Curran who left the area earlier this year.
6 out of 10
"Oh just live with it and it's all in your head." I have heard those statements a lot in my 28-year career as a Physical Therapist. Part of those statements sound true however there is definitely more to the story. Recently, one of my patients told me that Arthur had come to visit. At first I thought what? Who in the world is Arthur? She then quickly clarified that Arthur is the nickname for her arthritis. She calls it that when it flares up. We both laughed and suddenly I wondered how many people out there just live with Arthur everyday and think that they have no other choice.
Wanda M. Montgomery, 51
Wanda M. Montgomery, 51, of Coeur d’Alene, formerly of Walla Walla, Wash., entered into rest Sunday, July 22, 2012, with family by her side at the Hospice House in Hayden.
Local man warns of lottery phone scam
COEUR d'ALENE - Laurie Dillman could be the luckiest man on Earth.
James Lyle 'Jimmy' Austin III, 45
James Lyle “Jimmy” Austin III passed away unexpectedly on July, 19, 2012.
A 'one-on-one' doctor/patient relationship
My name is Ken Akey, M.D. I am a Board Certified Pediatrician and a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics.
North Idaho Briefs July 25, 2012
Lane closures Thursday night on Interstate 90
Movers and Shakers July 25, 2012
Cindy Reed receives Idaho's 'Dream Team Nurse Award'
Fundraiser to aid Spence family with bills
COEUR d'ALENE - A concert, dinner and auction fundraiser to benefit Kootenai County cancer victim Scott Spence and his family will be held at the Best Western Coeur d'Alene Inn on Thursday.
Multiple Sclerosis: Eroding health
Doctor of Oriental Medicine
According to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, there are approximately 400,000 individuals in the U.S. affected by MS. Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a condition of marked erosion of the protective coating around nerves, and/or degenerative lesions on the brain. As with any condition such as this, we need to ask "why."
Legion field plan advances
COEUR d'ALENE - A Coeur d'Alene city councilman who has voted against moving forward with nearly every component of the McEuen Field redevelopment plan, said he's ready to surrender the fight.
A mix of traditional, holistic medical care for patients
Dr. Susan Ashley, a family physician practicing in Liberty Lake, is also board certified in Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine and offers a mix of traditional and holistic medical care to patients of all ages. Her practice at Family Medicine Liberty Lake is a solo practice and also employs an ARNP, Heidi Kallestad. Together, they specialize in the following:
Answering the call to serve
It's interesting to note that protecting our communities right now are Justin Capaul and his cousins, Jake Capaul and Mitchell Copstead. Justin and Mitchell are with Kootenai County Fire and Rescue and Jake is with Timberlake Fire Department. But the Capaul family tradition of fire service goes back eight decades to 1932 when the cousins' great grandfather, George Capaul, was the first paid firefighter in Kootenai County.
Joseph M. Angelo, 82
Joe was an amazing, compassionate man of God who was the most positive and encouraging person you could meet, left us to go to our Lord Jesus Christ on July 21, 2012. He suffered a stroke in 2005 and continued to decline in health, yet he continued to be a living testimony and shared his faith until the end. He will be missed, but will always be remembered as the ambassador of joy.
The Front Row with JASON ELLIOTT July 25, 2012
From bad to worse in a day
Northwest baseball fans might be the luckiest people on the planet since the Olympics are starting later this week.
How much do hearing aid batteries cost?
Ask your audiologist...
How much do hearing aid batteries cost and how long do they last?
Stateline Speedway results July 25, 2012
July 21
At college/in the pros July 25, 2012
Kaleb DeHaas
Arrest made in grass fire spree
POST FALLS - One person was arrested following a string of grass fires set in a Post Falls park on Tuesday.
ROMNEY: A question for the candidate
Do you think Bain Capital would buy any company showing only one year’s tax return?
World/Nation Briefs July 25, 2012
Romney says Obama threatens U.S. security
Northwest Notes July 25, 2012
Prep football officials
CANDIDATES: Bust a myth now
I’ve noticed a recent flurry of letters recommending not voting for a particular party but for the “best man” (or woman).
Karen Knapp Haskew, 60
Karen Knapp Haskew, the best example of a Christian Woman died July 16, 2012, at Hospice House of North Idaho. She was born Feb. 23, 1952, in Charleston, W.Va., to Arnold and Mary Elisabeth (Dorsey) Knapp.
JOBS: Why some teens aren't working
As a teenager, I felt called to bring light to the situation of jobless teenagers. Who, to some, appear as lazy video-playing zombies. I must say (with great sadness and disappointment) that part of this is true. There are teenagers that spend majority of their time doing things that are less than… er… desired. However, this does not represent the entire teenage population. One of my friends is 15 and has his own landscaping business, his own car, and is on his way to getting his permit. He paid for the car all by himself. Another one of my friends was volunteering at the hospital while juggling Driver’s Education and a time-consuming lifeguarding class. The point that I am trying to get across is that just because you see teenagers making out at the library or know a few that stay home to play video games every day, that doesn’t mean the whole population of teens is that way. There are many hardworking teenagers out there that don’t have jobs for reasons that don’t relate to uncleanliness or laziness.
Dyslexia: Is it a Learning Disability?
In every classroom there are a handful of bright children who struggle to learn to read. This problem has existed since people began to develop written language. Research over the years has increased our understanding of language and learning disabilities (LD) and how the brain works. Today language and learning disabilities are recognized in the American Psychiatric Association's Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders-IV (DSM-IV). We acknowledge that LD can occur in children, can persist through their life span and can have an extremely negative affect on a child's life, yet there is still confusion about what constitutes a language and learning disability and how best to help the children whom are plagued by these disorders.
If you like pina coladas...
Nothing says summer like sipping on a cool beverage in the backyard or while looking out over the lake. But when it comes to cocktails, these can be real calorie hogs. For example, a 16-ounce pina colada can clock in a whopping 880 calories. If you're looking for something to drink that won't derail your diet yet is still tasty enough to make you feel like you aren't missing out on the summertime-drink fun, here are some beverages designed to sip - in moderation and with a designated driver, of course!
Garage sale to help boy battling leukemia
COEUR d'ALENE - A fundraiser for a Coeur d'Alene boy battling leukemia is scheduled this week.
Mission (more than) accomplished
Youth club fundraiser at Hagadone estate raises $501,000
What is a postcard-perfect summer evening at one of the most spectacular lake estates in the West worth?
OBAMA: I am so ashamed
President Obama gave a speech informing me and millions of people like me that our success in life was achieved because of “others” and not because of what we, ourselves did. To all of the people I know, I now want to apologize for believing my success in life was because. . .
Cd'A fires theft suspect
COEUR d'ALENE - The city of Coeur d'Alene terminated the female finance department employee suspected of embezzling city money.
Ruby Elaine Ringhand, 83
Ruby Elaine Ringhand, 83, of Careywood, went to be with our Heavenly Father, July 16, 2012, passing peacefully with her family by her side. Ruby was born Aug. 16, 1928, in Viroqua, Wis., to William and Nora (Fortun) Zitzner, just one of eight children.
LA officials vote to ban marijuana shops
LOS ANGELES - Unable to rein in hundreds of medical pot shops that blossomed around the nation's second-biggest metropolis, the Los Angeles City Council banned them Tuesday until the state's highest court weighs in.
Records July 25, 2012
CRIME REPORTS
Indians capitalize on error, top Dust Devils
PASCO, Wash. - Spokane's Patrick Cantwell scored the go-ahead run on an error in the ninth inning as the Indians beat the Tri-City Dust Devils 3-2 in Northwest League play on Tuesday night in front of 1,669 at Gesa Stadium.
Felix plunks A-Rod, earns 'W'
Ichiro, also hit by M's ace, goes 1 for 3 with double in 5th
SEATTLE (AP) - Felix Hernandez broke Alex Rodriguez's left hand when he hit him with a pitch in the eighth inning, and the Seattle Mariners ace picked up his fifth straight win in a 4-2 victory over the New York Yankees on Tuesday night.
Chris Edward Miller, 46
Chris Edward Miller, 46, formerly of Rathdrum and Post Falls, died July 13, 2012, after a long illness with Cystic Fibrosis.
NASA: Strange and sudden massive ice melt in Greenland
Scientists don't know if event is natural occurrence
WASHINGTON - Nearly all of Greenland's massive ice sheet suddenly started melting a bit this month, a freak event that surprised scientists.
ELECTION: Two views, one leader
Mr. Veit had it all wrong in his characterization of President Obama’s remarks. What the President clearly and positively stated was that, if you built a successful business, you didn’t do so without help along the way. You were assisted by teachers who helped you acquire knowledge, researchers who helped develop the Internet, government (yes, government) that helped provide infrastructure to move materials, products, and customers, firefighters and police to protect your business, and all sorts of people who have maintained the system in which you can start with nothing but a great idea and lots of sweat and build that into a successful venture. In other words, you didn’t build it “all by yourself.”
Marvin Vanderhoof, 71
Marvin Vanderhoof, 71, of Rathdrum, passed away Saturday, July 21, 2012.
AMERICA: Not what it once was
Joe asked me if I would lead the recent Newport High School all class reunion in the pledge of allegiance to our flag which I was very happy to do. I tried to emphasize God and Republic. I led the pledge with serious mixed emotion. Our flag is no longer a symbol of the America I grew up in but is now a symbol of just another communist nation that I fear has destroyed the greatest hope for man kind.
An appetizer with a kick
Wondering what to bring the next time you get invited to dinner? Tired of stopping to buy chips and pre-made dip five minutes before the barbecue? Store bought appetizers are packed with fat and preservatives, and usually end up costing you more than the homemade versions. If you're ready to get out of the chip and dip rut, try this week's recipe and be the hero of the party!
Heroes come in many forms
Food for Thought
What makes a hero? Is a hero one who catches a touchdown pass in the Super Bowl or hits a walk-off home run in the World Series? Does a hero save lives daily or have the ability to leap tall buildings in a single bound? Is a hero a billionaire who donates money for the betterment of society or a street person who offers his last quarter to someone who needs it more than he? I qualify my heroes by the affect the hero or heroine has on the host. People who, by their work or actions make my world a better place deserve the moniker of my hero.
SCHOOLS: Need adequate facilities
Thank you Mr. Koler for presenting the opportunity for a response. The August bond election is important and our discourse hopefully will get the readers asking questions. In your letter, there are some assumptions made about what you thought I was saying so I will clarify.
The true story of Winifred Gardella
Awhile back we shared the story of Doug Harkey, an Iowa resident who had his vision restored in his eye through chiropractic care after 12 years of blindness. This week I would like to check in with a younger patient.
Allmendinger gets indefinite suspension
LONDON - NASCAR suspended Sprint Cup Series driver A.J. Allmendinger indefinitely Tuesday after a test of his backup urine sample confirmed the original positive result. The violation of NASCAR's substance abuse policy puts Allmendinger's future in NASCAR and at Penske Racing in doubt.
Walter 'Carl' May, 74
Walter “Carl” May, 74, of Sagle, longtime area businessman died, Saturday, July 21, 2012, at 2:50 a.m., after a three-year battle with cancer.
'Building Better Caregivers'
"Building Better Caregivers"... Are you caring for a loved one with dementia or memory problems? Are you feeling overwhelmed and not sure where to turn for support?
Cd'A Tribe commits $100,000 to Worley Fire District
PLUMMER - The Coeur d'Alene Tribe recently entered into a memorandum of understanding with the Worley Fire District to provide a 10-year financial contribution totaling $100,000 toward the fire district's operations.
Once again, let sunshine in
Linda Cook isn't the squeamish type.
OFFENDERS: Pity isn't in the plan
Regarding “There’s no second chance,” Bill Johnson: If you really are serious about being accepted by society, then the whole purpose of your group must be to make amends. If it’s not possible to do that with your victim, then you and your group could establish a fund to help victims of sexual crimes.
Skillet blueberry muffin pancakes
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National survey shows challenges for Idaho children
COEUR d'ALENE - The Annie E. Casey Foundation's 2012 KIDS COUNT Data Book shows that U.S. children continued to see setbacks in their economic well-being, but have seen gains in the areas of education and health.
Lottery boasts record dividend to support schools
Area districts say funds may help prevent further cuts in future
The Idaho Lottery Commission on Tuesday announced its largest dividend ever to support public schools - $41.5 million - but the funds won't be distributed directly to individual local school districts, separate from the state's regular education allocation, as they were before the recession.
Vandersloot subject of IRS, Labor Dept. audits
BOISE (AP) — Idaho businessman and GOP donor Frank Vandersloot is the target of two federal audits — one by the Internal Revenue Service and the other by the U.S. Department of Labor.
Records request pinpoints suspect
COEUR d’ALENE — By process of elimination, The Press has determined who’s accused of embezzling thousands of dollars from the city of Coeur d’Alene.
Opinion: Choosing unity
For months the minor parties of Idaho (namely the Democrats and the Constitution Party) have sat in the cheap seats, nibbled on their popcorn and watched the dominant Republican Party make a spectacle of wrestling with itself. One match after another of Republican versus Republican filled the fight card: Phil Hart, John McGee, Closed Primary, Presidential Caucus, Proxy-gate, Redistricting Commission, Re-precincting, Richard Mack, CdA Recall, Ron Paul, blog lawsuits. It is yet to be seen if these weak opposition parties can exploit our internal squabbles by making membership and electoral gains, but you can assume they will try.
Idaho ranked 13th best state for business
Not only did Idaho significantly improve its ranking on CNBC's annual Top States for Business report, moving from 31 to 13, the state is also one of the most improved in 2012.
Opinion: Local power
It is often said “power corrupts,” and “absolute power corrupts absolutely.”
Booze sales surge near Wash. border
Idaho state liquor officials say Washington's newly privatized liquor market is giving a boost to Idaho's already-rising liquor sales.
Sign up to guard state endowment lands
The Idaho Department of Lands is seeking Kootenai County residents to volunteer to help protect the state's endowment lands dedicated to creating revenue for Idaho's public schools.
Calorie-conscious summer sipping
Nothing says summer like sipping on a cool beverage in the backyard or while looking out over the lake. But when it comes to cocktails, these can be real calorie hogs. For example, a 16-ounce pina colada can clock in a whopping 880 calories. If you're looking for something to drink that won't derail your diet yet is still tasty enough to make you feel like you aren't missing out on the summertime-drink fun, here are some beverages designed to sip - in moderation and with a designated driver, of course!
Gun sales up after Colo. massacre
DENVER (AP) — Firearms sales are surging in the wake of the Colorado movie massacre as buyers express fears about both personal safety and lawmakers who are using the shooting to seek new weapons restrictions.
Lucky lobster
WATERFORD, Conn. (AP) — A Connecticut man purchased a 17-pound lobster at a Waterford restaurant, then released the crustacean back into Long Island Sound.
Crash kills PF man
Update: Hit and run driver turns self in
Lane closures Thursday on I-90 in PF
Motorists will experience temporary lane closures Thursday on Interstate 90, at the site of the Beck Road Interchange construction project in Post Falls, the Idaho Transportation Department announced. Shoulder closures through the work zone already are in place, says a press release.
Andy J. Anderson, 55
Andy J. Anderson, 55, of Post Falls, died suddenly Friday, July 13, 2012, from drowning in the Spokane River in Post Falls. He was born in Compton, Calif., July 8, 1957, to Judith and Andy Anderson.
Patricia J. Bangs, 81
Patricia J. Bangs, 81, of Post Falls, formerly of Spokane, entered into rest Thursday, July 19, 2012, with family by her side at The Hospice House in Hayden. She was born June 23, 1931, in Spokane to Roy and Mary Conner. She attended Sheridan Elementary and Lewis and Clark High School.
Further complicating an already unfair tax code
Our tax code is about the most unfair, complex, expensive to comply with and anti-competitive code we could create. One would think it could not get more burdensome and illogical. Unfortunately, it can.
Storm Mechanical, Avista, and the City of Coeur d'Alene - Working together to help our neighbors
Editorial: Once again, let sunshine in
Linda Cook isn’t the squeamish type.
Legals July 25, 2012
STATE TIMBER SALE CR-22-5024, FAIRVIEW A public oral auction will be conducted at the Idaho Department of Lands office, 3258 W. Industrial Loop, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83815, at 10:00 a.m. local time, on Thursday, August 2, 2012 for an estimated 1,190 MBF of timber marked or otherwise designated for cutting. In addition, there is an unestimated volume of pulplogs that may be removed at the option of the purchaser. Prior to bidding, eligible bidders shall present a certified check or bank draft payable to Treasurer, State of Idaho, or a bid bond acceptable to the State, in the amount of $11,563.35 which is 10% of the appraised net sale value of $115,633.50. The successful bidder's deposit will be forfeited to the State should the bidder fail to complete the contract. The State will not accept bids from parties who are delinquent on payments on existing state contracts. The average starting minimum bid price is $121.48 per MBF. The sale is located within Section 16, Township 53N, Range 2W, Section 36, Township 54N, Range 2W, B.M., Kootenai County, State of Idaho. Sale duration is 2 years. The sale may include blowdown and/or insect and disease infected timber which may result in additional volume and recovery reductions. Interested purchasers should carefully examine the sale and make their own estimates as to volume recovery, surface conditions, and proposed construction prior to bidding on the sale. Additional information concerning the timber and conditions of sale is available to the public and interested bidders on the department's timber sale website at https://apps.idl.idaho.gov/timbersale or from the Idaho Department of Lands office, Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. The State Board of Land Commissioners reserves the right to reject any and all bids provided that good and sufficient grounds for rejecting the bid shall be stated in the rejection notice and shall not be in violation of applicable law. If you are disabled and need some form of accommodation, please call (208) 769-1577 five days prior to the date of sale. For text telephone services, please call 1-800-377-3529. Legal 5698 July 4, 11, 18, 25, 2012
Tuesday, July 24
Northern Lakes Fire District announces promotions, new hires
HAYDEN - The Northern Lakes Fire District, which covers Hayden and Rathdrum, recently had several promotions and new hires.
Movers and Shakers July 24, 2012
Magazine names Cd'A Resortbest conference venue in Idaho
A tale of two programs
Cd'A school board members consider fate of IB, AP
COEUR d'ALENE - The International Baccalaureate program is back in the cross-hairs in the Coeur d'Alene School District.
Global economy in worst shape since 2009
WASHINGTON - Mounting fears about Spain's financial health help illustrate why the global economy is in its worst shape since 2009.
Mystery blogger takes off mask
North Idaho Republican Linda Cook says she is 'almostinnocentbystander'
COEUR d'ALENE - North Idaho Republican political campaign worker Linda Cook says she is "almostinnocentbystander," the anonymous online commenter on the Spokesman-Review website who allegedly defamed Kootenai County Republican leader Tina Jacobson.
Search and Rescue help sought
The Kootenai County Sheriff's Office is recruiting volunteers for its Search and Rescue Unit.
Meet the newest 'Idol' judge
Carey to help fill empty judge's panel
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. - Mariah Carey will join "American Idol" as a judge next season, Fox announced Monday, bringing her star power to the show that remains a ratings leader but has seen its viewership and pop culture status diminish.
Canadians ride 9-run inning past Spokane
VANCOUVER, British Columbia - Jordan Leyland went 3 for 4 with 3 RBIs to lead the Vancouver Canandians past the Spokane Indians 12-7 in Northwest League play Monday night in front of 2,451 at Scotiabank Field at Nat Bailey Stadium.
Chip shots July 24, 2012
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Records July 24, 2012
DIVORCE FILED
Idaho Briefs July 24, 2012
Education center clarifies report on K12 students
LEGION BASEBALL: Prairie sweeps Trail, District seeds set
POST FALLS - Tyler Shaffer struck out seven and had the game-winning hit in the nightcap and Prairie beat Trail 9-1 and 3-2 in North Idaho League play on Monday at Post Falls High School.
Muddy Miles draws thousands
Event is charity benefit for uninsured patients of Dirne Community Health Center
COEUR d'ALENE - With promises of obstacles, mud and summer fun, 2,000 revelers came out Saturday under the late afternoon sun for some North Idaho style merrymaking.
Break-ins on the rise
Residents forming Block Watch in Sanders Beach
COEUR d'ALENE - In one burglary, a Coeur d'Alene resident returned home to be greeted by a stranger coming out her back door. She turned and ran.
Sally Ride, 1951-2012
First U.S. woman in space dies at 61
LOS ANGELES (AP) - Space used to be a man's world. Then came Sally Ride, who blazed a cosmic trail into orbit for U.S. women. With a pitch perfect name out of a pop song refrain, she joined the select club of American space heroes the public knew by heart: Shepard, Glenn, Armstrong and Aldrin.
World/Nation Briefs July 24, 2012
Syria: Chemical weapons could be used in attack
Kootenai Kids pediatric clinic opens
Post Falls business offers variety of medical care
POST FALLS - Pediatrician Ken Akey has opened Kootenai Kids Pediatrics in Post Falls.
Still going strong at 50
3Cs raises $75,000 for local charities, tickets on sale for Aug. 7 fundraiser
The beat goes on for the 3Cs.
Museum seeks more funding
Officials say county contribution dropped to $10,322 from $15,000
COEUR d'ALENE - Museum of North Idaho officials are hoping to convince the Kootenai County commissioners to restore - and ideally boost - funding to the facility after a cut last year, the museum director said on Monday.
Idaho ranks 20th in overall child well-being
Like children throughout the United States, Idaho’s kids continue to see setbacks in their economic well-being, but have seen gains in education and health.
Grass fires lead to arrest
POST FALLS — One person was arrested following a string of grass fires set in a Post Falls park on Tuesday.
School trustee wanted...again
Board sets August 15 deadline for candidates to apply for appointment
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Idaho lawmakers at conference in Utah
Two Kootenai County legislators attending the American Legislative Exchange Council's conference in Salt Lake City this week, are there on the state's dime, reports the Idaho Statesman's Dan Popkey.
Cd'A sacks alleged embezzler
COEUR d’ALENE — The city of Coeur d’Alene is terminating the female finance department employee suspected of embezzling city money.
Lottery sends $41.5 million to Idaho schools
BOISE (AP) — The Idaho Lottery is reporting another record year, posting more than $175 million in sales during the last fiscal year.
Fugitive of the week
The North Idaho Violent Crimes Task Force is seeking information leading to the apprehension of Rok Tugmother Bass.
Hayden Days parade, festivities this weekend
Government Way closure scheduled for Saturday morning
McEuen opposers approve plan to move ballfield
COEUR d’ALENE — Council members Steve Adams and Ron Edinger approved the proposed Memorandum of Understanding between the city and American Legion Baseball on Monday.
Study: U.S. education just so-so
Without perspective, statistics have little value. This is especially true in education. Minds are complex; learning even more so, as effective methods vary by individual, age, subject, and even culture.
Legals July 24, 2012
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE Loan No.: 0210296216 T.S. No.: 11-04726-3 On October 31, 2012 11:00 AM, in the lobby of Pioneer Title Company of Kootenai County located at 100 Wallace Avenue, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814 in the County of Kootenai, State of Idaho, Fidelity National Title Insurance Company, as Trustee, on behalf of Wells Fargo Bank, NA, the current Beneficiary, will sell at public auction, to the highest bidder, 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: LOT 7 IN BLOCK 1 OF CASEY'S PLACE, ACCORDING TO THE OFFICIAL PLAT THEREOF, FILED IN BOOK "G" OF PLATS AT PAGE(S) 451 AND 451A OFFICIAL RECORDS OF KOOTENAI COUNTY IDAHO. APN NO. P-0425-001-007-0 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: 3350 W CASEY COURT , POST FALLS, ID, is sometimes associated with said real property. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty regarding title, possession or encumbrance to satisfy the obligation secured by and pursuant to the power of sale conferred in the Deed of Trust executed by RONALD L. SCHEIRMAN AND TAMMIE J. SCHEIRMAN, HUSBAND AND WIFE, as original grantor(s), to PIONEER TITLE COMPANY OF KOOTENAI COUNTY , as original trustee, for the benefit and security of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR MOUNTAIN WEST BANK, ITS SUCCESSORS AND/OR ASSIGNS, as original beneficiary, dated as of October 6, 2008, and recorded October 10, 2008, as Instrument No. 2181377000 in the Official Records of the Office of the Recorder of Kootenai County, Idaho. Assignment of DOT to Wells Fargo Bank, NA recorded November 10, 2011 as Instrument No. 2334601000 Please Note: 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 set forth herein. The current beneficiary is: Wells Fargo Bank, NA, (the "Beneficiary"). Said sate will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining unpaid balance of the obligations secured by and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier's check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in the Idaho Financial Code and authorized to do business in Idaho, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the trustee. The defaults) for which this sale is to be made under Deed of Trust and Note dated October 6, 2008 are: Failed to pay the monthly payments of $1,064.05 due from July 1, 2011, together with ail subsequent payments; together with late charges due; together with other fees and expenses incurred by the Beneficiary; The principal balance owing as of this date on the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust is $134,095.39, plus accrued interest at the rate of 5.87500% per annum from June 1, 2011. 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: June 25, 2012 Fidelity National Title Insurance Company, Trustee 135 Main Street, Suite 1900, San Francisco, CA 94105 415-247-2450 Mariah Booker, Authorized Signature SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ON LINE AT www.lpsasap.com A-4264803 07/03/2012, 07/10/2012, 07/17/2012, 07/24/2012 Legal 5690 July 3, 10, 17, 24, 2012
Monday, July 23
Warrants July 23, 2012
While we've seen record rains, the corn is 'burning up' in the U.S. Midwest
Weather Gems
Several weeks ago in the Coeur d'Alene Press, I suggested that investors buy corn futures and 'call' options, because the parching drought in the Midwest would soon become the worst such event since at least 1988, maybe as far back as the infamous 'Dust Bowl Days' of the 1930s.
Light at the end of the tunnel
When it comes to crossing the road, wildlife can see ...
Vancouver overtakes Indians with 5 in 8th
Acers Orange wins ASA 16U regional at Ramsey
Stepping up for the animals
Community donates food to keep dogs, cats fed
Lums win three in one day
He's forever in their hearts
Parents who lost son to blood disorder are determined to help others
Home safe home
Paper to confirm mystery blogger Tuesday
COEUR d’ALENE — North Idaho Republican political campaign worker Linda Cook says she is “almostinnocentbystander,” the anonymous online commenter on the Spokesman-Review website who allegedly defamed Kootenai County Republican leader Tina Jacobson.
Report those pigs
BOISE (AP) — Officials in Idaho, Oregon and Washington are launching a campaign aimed at stopping the spread of wild pig populations in the region.
Interior Secretary says grizzly delisting by 2014
CHEYENNE, Wyo. (AP) — Interior Secretary Ken Salazar is telling Wyoming Gov. Matt Mead that he shares the governor's desire to end federal protections for Yellowstone grizzly bears.
Mariah Carey, new 'American Idol' judge
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. (AP) — Mariah Carey will join "American Idol" as a judge next season, Fox announced Monday, bringing her star power to the show that remains a ratings leader but has seen its viewership and pop culture status diminish.
'American Idol' tryout tour to stop in Idaho
HELENA, Mont. (AP) — "American Idol" plans stops in some smaller cities in search of singing talent for its 12th season.
Services
Coeur Apparel Specials
Ed center clarifies report on K12 online students
BOISE (AP) — An education research center is backtracking on how it characterized Idaho in a report about the nation's largest for-profit online education provider.
Mystery blogger takes off mask
In August of 1968 a fascinating exchange took place on television. Gore Vidal called William F. Buckley a “crypto-Nazi” and Buckley retorted “Now listen, you queer, stop calling me a crypto-Nazi or I’ll sock you in your goddamned face and you’ll stay plastered.” Buckley later apologized for calling Vidal a “queer” in a burst of anger rather than a clinical context and there were libel suits all around. Buckley ended up the winner, in terms of attorney’s fees covered and a public apology. The reason why? Buckley wasn’t a Nazi but Vidal was a “queer”, a derogatory term to be sure, but ultimately, accurate.
Swimming to support NIC
Support the Crossing for a Cause swimming event, which raises funds for the NIC Booster Club along with the Union Gospel Mission and Coeur d’Alene Area Swim Team. The 2.4 mile open water swim will begin at Arrow Point at 8 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 12 and finish at the Hagadone Event Center. Swim to raise money or be a sponsor!
Colo. shooting suspect used Internet for arsenal
DENVER (AP) — In a world where Amazon can track your next book purchase and you must register to buy allergy medicine, James Holmes spent months stockpiling thousands of bullets and head-to-toe ballistic gear without raising any red flags with authorities.
Penn State football slammed with sanctions
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Penn State football was all but leveled Monday by an NCAA ruling that wiped away 14 years of coach Joe Paterno's victories and imposed a mountain of fines and penalties, crippling a program whose pedophile assistant coach spent uncounted years molesting children, sometimes on university property.
Legals July 23, 2012
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE Loan No.: 1300019903 T.S. No.: 11-03171-3 On October 17, 2012 11:00 AM, in the lobby of Pioneer Title Company of Kootenai County located at 100 Wallace Avenue, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814 in the County of Kootenai, State of Idaho, Fidelity National Title Insurance Company, as Trustee, on behalf of Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for HSI Asset Securitization Corporation Trust Series 2006-HE2, the current Beneficiary, will sell at public auction, to the highest bidder, 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: UNIT A101, RTVERWALK CONDOMINIUMS, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT RECORDED IN BOOK "J" OF PLATS AT PAGE 282, RECORDS OF KOOTENAI COUNTY, IDAHO. TOGETHER WITH AN UNDIVIDED INTEREST IN THE COMMON AREA AND IN THE LIMITED COMMON AREA AS SET FORTH IN THE COVENANTS, CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS RECORDED JANUARY 27, 2006 AS INSTRUMENT NO. 2010124. APN NO. P-J282-00A-101-0 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: 304 NORTH GREENSFERRY ROAD A101 , POST FALLS, ID, is sometimes associated with said real property. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty regarding title, possession or encumbrance to satisfy the obligation secured by and pursuant to the power of sale conferred in the Deed of Trust executed by IAN PETERSON, A SINGLE MAN, as original grantor(s), to SUSAN J. ROBINSON, as original trustee, for the benefit and security of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR WMC MORTGAGE CORP., as original beneficiary, dated as of August 1, 2006, and recorded August 3, 2006, as Instrument No. 2047664000 in the Official Records of the Office of the Recorder of Kootenai County, Idaho. Please Note: 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 set forth herein. The current beneficiary is: Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for HSI Asset Securitization Corporation Trust Series 2006-HE2, (the "Beneficiary"). Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining unpaid balance of the obligations secured by and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier's check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in the Idaho Financial Code and authorized to do business in Idaho, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the trustee. The default(s) for which this sale is to be made under Deed of Trust and Note dated August 1, 2006 are: Failed to pay the monthly payments of $513.68 due from April 1, 2011, together with all subsequent payments; together with late charges due: together with other fees and expenses incurred by the Beneficiary; The principal balance owing as of this date on the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust is $117,920.12, plus accrued interest at the rate of 3.12600% per annum from March 1, 2011. 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: June 19, 2012 Fidelity National Title Insurance Company, Trustee 135 Main Street, Suite 1900, San Francisco, CA 94105 415-247-2450 Stephanie Alonzo, Authorized Signature SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ON LINE AT www.lpsasap.com FOR AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION please call 714-730-2727 A-4262035 07/02/2012, 07/09/2012, 07/16/2012, 07/23/2012 Legal 5683 July 2, 9, 16, 23, 2012
Sunday, July 22
Bolinger caps rally as Tribe beats Vancouver
The Front Row with Mark Nelke July 22, 2012
Catch the games live - or maybe not
It's coming up on that time again.
Community Thanks July 22, 2012
Momentum behind ed reform
What do Oklahoma, South Dakota, North Carolina and Georgia all have in common?
Jefferson wins Montana 200; Idaho 200 nears
George Robert Newcomb, 96
George Robert Newcomb, age 96, passed away at Hospice House on July 20, 2012.
Time is running out
You have read about the changes in the market, with city real estate increasing in price. More than escalating prices, there is another threat to low income buyers and it is getting closer.
REFORM: That's not the way it is
It is not unusual for politicians to put a different spin on history, but a recent Coeur d’Alene Press article on education reform in Idaho is an attempt to rewrite it completely.
Tie-downs are critical to sales
If you knew two little words that could improve your sales, you'd use them, wouldn't you?
ASA SOFTBALL: Angels, Acers advance to semis
Not a victim, but surviving
Used to helping patients, Caro adjusting to being one as she battles breast cancer
Heather Caro finds it amusing, she said, when people tell her she's brave.
HEALTH: Look in the mirror, America
As a young man I lived and worked in Norway and found their health-care system very intriguing. The primary factor that made their system work is that Norwegians consume very little alcohol, almost no one smokes, hamburger is so lean that it sticks to the frying pan tasting very much like leather, and exercise is almost a religion.
Bernard Douglas Frymire, 85
Doug passed away Friday, July 20, 2012, at Kootenai Memorial Hospital. He was born in Gull Lake, Saskatchewan, in 1927. Doug and his brother Bill came to the U.S. as children. Doug served in the U.S. Army as a paratrooper and Radio Operator during World War II. Doug was a jack of all trades having been a logger, miner, missionary, and an electrician. In 1970 he received a degree in education from the University of Idaho. Doug served as a Kootenai County Commissioner from 1973 to 1983. He also was a Justice of the Peace at the Hitching Post in Coeur d’ Alene throughout the 1980s into the '90s.
Expect lots of calm after Friday's storm - but be prepared
Fallen trees and power outages were the most prominent issues caused by Friday's fierce thunderstorm, according to local officials.
LEGION BASEBALL: Lumberjacks drop opener at 16U state tourney
Idaho unemployment dips
THEFT: Prevent a recurrence
This week the city of Coeur d’Alene found that an employee working in their payroll department had apparently embezzled thousands of dollars of city money as reported in the Coeur d’Alene Press.
Cyclists raise awareness, funds for pancreatic cancer
Taking a break after pedaling 36 miles, with 20 more still to go, Tom Welch leaned on his bike and kept it all in perspective.
Meritorious achievement
IN PERSON
Even when Devon Erickson became an Eagle Scout, he saw that there was unfinished business.
WARMING: 'Facts' are half-baked
Jim Hollingsworth’s letter of July 13 claims that there is no correlation between human actions and global warming. I appreciate his courtesy in reading my letter three times, but I feel he lacks an understanding of the causes of climate change.
Coffee and indoor sports
Business Bits
A combination of food and fun is offered at the new Miles Coffee Cafe and Thunder Dome in Hayden.
These vulnerable elders need you
Margaret and Joan are in their 80s and living in an assisted living facility. They accomplished and contributed much in their younger years...working, raising families, and caring for their own aging parents. They are the same people now, but with limited capacity to care for themselves. They deserve the same degree of respect as when they were young and able. Facility caregivers address them as Honey or Sweetie. They never would have addressed them as Honey or Sweetie before Margaret and Joan entered the facility. It would have been disrespectful. It's disrespectful now.
Post Falls Majors sweeps way to state championship
Editorial: Momentum behind ed reform
What do Oklahoma, South Dakota, North Carolina and Georgia all have in common?
Saturday, July 21
Four-way stop at Government and Hanley installed Monday
Post Falls Majors wins state playoff opener
Smoke or fire? Taking on the complete 'Dark Knight Trilogy' midnight experience
Movie Review
It's difficult to reflect on the experience of seeing "The Dark Knight Trilogy" Thursday night in the AMC Theaters at Spokane's River Park Square without pausing to acknowledge the tragic shooting that happened at a screening in Colorado.
Hydros return washed away until 2013
Sponsorship shortfall cancels this year's event
Snedeker ties mark, takes lead
Scott trails by one; Tiger lurking
Thome passes Sosa on HR list
Rays rally past M's
Frontier Communications will close Cd'A call center
Move will cost more than 100 people their jobs
A Frontier Communications official confirmed on Friday that the company will close its Coeur d'Alene call center this summer, putting more than 100 employees out of work.
Stateline Speedway results July 21, 2012
Highway projects expedited
Sign up to receive county emergency notices by phone
Everyone in Kootenai County with a phone can receive alerts about emergencies such as wildfires, floods, and hazardous material spills that may require evacuations and more through the county's new emergency notification system, announced by the Kootenai County Office of Emergency Management.
Seahawks' Lynch apologizes after being charged with DUI
Falling tree kills man
Wide weather extremes
With Kootenai County under a severe thunderstorm warning on Friday afternoon, Coeur d'Alene saw water coming down hard and heavy, if only for a few hours.
Kralicek receives honor
Former officer receives first Tony Stewart Human Rights Education Award Working toward a better tomorrow
LEGION BASEBALL: Prairie splits to open Ephrata tourney
The Front Row with JASON ELLIOTT July 21, 2012
A beast that needs to sit out
They haven't even reported for training camp, but those thoughts of the Seattle Seahawks making a run toward the NFC playoffs that have been dancing in my head might soon be replaced with doubt.
Cole, Canadians blank Indians
Why vice presidents are truly important
I awoke one morning thinking about the importance of selecting a vice president. My interest grew as I researched this Republic from its early years forward. Here are just a few important examples of vice presidents who assumed the presidency.
Records July 21, 2012
'Swamp People' emerge
Father-son gator hunting team on TV show appear at Julyamsh
Look at health plan objectively
As an Independent, I find it rather interesting how folks are blinded by ideology to the point where they cannot think for themselves. They follow party lines and parrot their "party" political line without analyzing the issues for themselves. Case in point: Geri Hagler was espousing the virtues of "Obama Don't Care" when she ruined her diatribe by injecting a slam against Romney and ending by stabbing into her piece, "No Republican has been so bold."
Legals July 21, 2012
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE Loan No.: 1100235241 T.S. No.: 12-00615-5 On September 28, 2012 11:00 AM, in the lobby of Pioneer Title Company of Kootenai County located at 100 Wallace Avenue, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814 in the County of Kootenai, State of Idaho, Fidelity National Title Insurance Company, as Trustee, on behalf of US Bank National Association, as Trustee for Structured Asset Securities Corporation Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2007-EQ1, the current Beneficiary, will sell at public auction, to the highest bidder, 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: LOT 12 AND THE NORTH 20 FEET OF LOT 11, BLOCK 1, BOOTHE ADDITION, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT RECORDED IN BOOK B OF PLATS, PAGE 69, RECORDS OF KOOTENAI COUNTY, IDAHO. 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: 1946 NORTH 8TH STREET , COEUR D ALENE, ID, is sometimes associated with said real property. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty regarding title, possession or encumbrance to satisfy the obligation secured by and pursuant to the power of sale conferred in the Deed of Trust executed by DAVID BAKER AND TERI BAKER, HUSBAND AND WIFE, as original grantor(s), to FIRST AMERICAN TITLE COMPANY INC, as original trustee, for the benefit and security of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC AS NOMINEE FOR EQUIFIRST CORPORATION, as original beneficiary, dated as of October 31, 2006, and recorded November 3, 2006, as Instrument No. 2064964000 in the Official Records of the Office of the Recorder of Kootenai County, Idaho. Please Note: 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 set forth herein. The current beneficiary is: US Bank National Association, as Trustee for Structured Asset Securities Corporation Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2007-EQ1, (the "Beneficiary"). Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining unpaid balance of the obligations secured by and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier's check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in the Idaho Financial Code and authorized to do business in Idaho, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the trustee. The default(s) for which this sale is to be made under Deed of Trust and Note dated October 31, 2006 are: Failed to pay the monthly payments of $982.12 due from September 1, 2011, together with all subsequent payments; together with late charges due; together with other fees and expenses incurred by the Beneficiary; The principal balance owing as of this date on the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust is $139,319.94, plus accrued interest at the rate of 6.00000% per annum from August 1, 2011. 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: May 24, 2012 Fidelity National Title Insurance Company, Trustee 11000 Olson Drive Ste 101, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670 916-636-0114 Tracye Prescott, Authorized signature SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ON LINE AT www.lpsasap.com FOR AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION please call 714-730-2727 A-4250634 06/30/2012, 07/07/2012, 07/14/2012, 07/21/2012 Legal 5683 June 30 July 7, 14, 21, 2012
Friday, July 20
Health care worries businesses
New law has created uncertainty about financial impact of providing coverage
Humanities dinner to feature writer Anthony Doerr
Prize-winning writer Anthony Doerr will be the speaker at the Idaho Humanities Council's ninth annual Northern Idaho Distinguished Humanities Lecture and Dinner at 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 12 at The Coeur d'Alene Resort.
PUNCHED: Dad angry at church
My 14-year-old daughter, who was a volunteer at the Coeur d’Alene Nazarene Church as a counselor in training, was punched by one of the boys in the church camp. When my daughter tried to stop the boy by grabbing his wrist, she was sent home and not even given a chance to explain at all.
Sandpoint woman pleads guilty to stealing 33 firearms in Ponderay
Holmes heads to Broadway post-divorce
Fire crews battle blaze
US Fidelis customers eligible for refunds
MARRIAGE: Going toward destruction
Did Sodom and Gomorrah allow same-sex marriage? We know by reliable source that homosexuality was practiced fully in both cities. Perhaps they had moved beyond any pretense of marriage. Without the possibility of life-giving, as in the bond between man and woman, there would soon be no reason for the marriage bond. We know that both cities were completely destroyed.
'On Guard!' Be prepared to laugh
'Monty Python's Spamalot' opens Thursday
Sewage spill reported in Post Falls
Mary Grace Lynn (Patano), 80
Mary Grace Lynn (Patano), 80, of Post Falls, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, July 19, 2012. Mary was born to Mike and Donetta Patano on Sept. 30, 1931, in Kellogg. She was a 1949 graduate of Kellogg High School and a 1953 graduate of the University of Idaho.
Records July 20, 2012
Commissioners prepare for upcoming health care changes
Angels in the aquarium
Hayden woman learning to breed angel fish
No angel fish were injured or killed during the writing of this article.
Julyamsh opens today in Post Falls
'Swamp People' stars to befeatured guests
Richy named Idaho Homeland Security chief
Cd'A Inn wins Director's Award
Writers Corner for July 20, 2012
MSHA addresses mine death
Report: Miner died because of improper protection equipment
World/Nation Briefs July 20, 2012
FEDS: That money is ours
This must be just another case of ignorance at work. I can’t believe you would print false information. Do you not check your article for truth? Especially an “editorial?”
Foundation changes name of award amid wolf spat
The Front Row with TIM DAHLBERG July 20, 2012
A friendly blowout for US team
Health advisory lifted for Fernan Lake
Middle East turmoil pushing oil prices higher again
HYMNS: Thanks, and come join us
I would like to thank the Kroc Center and Majors Ernie and Juanita Clevett for the monthly hymn sings that they have organized and led over these past few years. Today there are fewer opportunities for people to sing, fellowship and worship in this manner, and the Kroc Center and the Clevetts have provided our community with a wonderful opportunity to participate and enjoy singing these blessed songs.
First Midtown Fair kicks off Aug. 4
Event to run every first Saturday of the month, weather permitting, through December
Delbert Napier, 76
Delbert Napier, 76, went to be with our other favorite angel — his son Rick Napier — on July 16, 2012, passing away in Seattle. Delbert was born April 3, 1936, in Manchester, Ky., to Fred and Alice Napier.
A walk in the park for Scott
Aussie grabs first-round lead at British Open with course record-tying 6-under 64; Tiger 3 shots back
White Line Fever
Recently my wife and I took a trip to Bend, Ore., for vacation, and I spent some time on the drive down waxing nostalgic for all the trips my family made when I was peering out the rear window all over North America.
Ernest F. Cross, 64
Ernest “Ernie” Cross passed away July 8, 2012. He was born June 20, 1948, in Telluride, Colo.
Shannon Rae Cabbage - Campbell (POOH) Age 45
With heavy hearts we sadly announce the passing of Shannon Rae Cabbage. Shannon was born in Butte, Mt on October 25, 1966. She passed away peacefully with family and friends by her side on July 15, 2012. She fought a brave and courageous battle against breast cancer for 9 ½ years. Thank you to the staff and nurses at Kootenai Cancer Center and especially Dr. Tezcan for all their years of dedication and emotional support given to Shannon.
Northwest Notes July 20, 2012
Back to reality ... a three-step program
Here at the Flat Earth Society, you know who we are. The president told you who we are back in May. Anyway, we read with interest Mike Satren's recent Special to the Press featuring Burt Rutan's views on global warming. You see, Burt Rutan is the guy who designed and built the Rutan Model 76 Voyager, an airplane that once and for all time put us flat-earthers out of business. When his brother Dick Rutan and copilot Jeana Yeager flew the Voyager around the world nonstop without refueling in 1986, it became nearly impossible to convince anyone that the world was not round. You cannot fly "around" a "flat" world.
OBAMA: One desperate man
President Barack Obama would not apologize to Mitt Romney because one of his campaign personnel called Romney a “felon.” Mitt Romney’s response was “Obama is a man who will do and say anything, including demeaning the office of Presidency to get re-elected.”
BASEBALL: Play at high schools
Here’s a thought… Why can’t we simply choose to operate the American Legion baseball programs within our cities’ pre-existing, paid for facilities at Coeur d’Alene and Lake City High Schools? Both offer ample parking, concession and bathroom areas, extended facilities such as weight rooms, sports medicine centers, and each will soon offer indoor hitting facilities for year round training – not to mention the many amenities offered within each outdoor ballpark.
AGREED: Clarify rules for recalls
I welcome and agree with Sunday’s Editorial on the need to clarify and strengthen the laws regarding recall in Idaho.
Donna's Salon opens in Spirit Lake
Cd'A hydroplane race postponed a year
Organizers of the Coeur d’Alene Diamond Cup hydroplane race say the event needs more sponsors.
Idaho could lose 10,000 defense jobs
As federal lawmakers debate how to avoid falling off the looming fiscal cliff, a report commissioned for the Aerospace Industries Association shows Idaho could lose 10,411 defense-related jobs. The U.S. could face job losses totaling two million, according to the report.
Power outages reported throughout the region
Kootenai Electric and Avista are reporting scattered power outages throughout the area.
Severe thunderstorm watch in effect
The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for the entire Inland Northwest until 8 p.m.
A movie review that almost wasn't
It’s difficult to reflect on the experience of seeing “The Dark Knight Trilogy” Thursday night in the AMC Theaters at Spokane’s River Park Square without pausing to acknowledge the tragic shooting that happened at a screening in Colorado.
Sand Creek Byway opening date set
The Sand Creek Byway will open in one week.
Get county emergency notices by phone
Everyone in Kootenai County with a phone can receive alerts about emergencies such as wildfires, floods, and hazardous material spills that may require evacuations and more through the county’s new emergency notification system, announced the Kootenai County Office of Emergency Management.
Temporary 4-way stop to replace signal
The traffic signal at Government Way and Hanley Avenue, near the Silver Lake Mall, will be replaced by a temporary four-way stop sign beginning Monday. Over the next four weeks, crews will install a new signal to accommodate the widening of Government Way, currently taking place.
Gunman kills 12, wounds 59 in Colo.
AURORA, Colo. (AP) — A gunman wearing a gas mask and black SWAT gear hurled a gas canister inside a crowded movie theater during a midnight showing of the new Batman movie Friday and then opened fire, killing 12 people and wounding nearly 60 others in an attack so bizarre that some moviegoers at first thought they were watching Hollywood special effects.
Back to reality...a three-step program
Here at the Flat Earth Society, you know who we are. The president told you who we are back in May. Anyway, we read with interest Mike Satren’s recent Special to the Press featuring Burt Rutan’s views on global warming. You see, Burt Rutan is the guy who designed and built the Rutan Model 76 Voyager, an airplane that once and for all time put us flat-earthers out of business. When his brother Dick Rutan and copilot Jeana Yeager flew the Voyager around the world nonstop without refueling in 1986, it became nearly impossible to convince anyone that the world was not round. You cannot fly “around” a “flat” world.
Highway projects expedited
COEUR d'ALENE – The Idaho Transportation Board on Thursday approved a resolution at its meeting in Coeur d’Alene that will expedite approximately $180 million of highway construction projects in key corridors to improve mobility, safety and economic opportunity for Idahoans.
Get a job, you kids
They've raised two fine sons. They've hired plenty of teenagers over the past decade. They've turned away a great many more.
Thursday, July 19
Bass, pike and kokanne fishing still active
Fish Tips
Keep after the kokanne.
Berry taken to hospital after film accident
LOS ANGELES - Halle Berry suffered a minor head injury during a movie-shoot fight sequence and was treated at a Los Angeles hospital and released.
Home construction makes slow, steady comeback
Supply of new homes has shrunk to near-record lows
WASHINGTON - Builders are putting up more houses than they have in nearly four years, a long-awaited recovery that could help energize the U.S. economy.
Hicks' first major-league homer finishes off Texas
AMERICAN LEAGUE
San Bernardino speeds toward bankruptcy
SAN BERNARDINO, Calif. (AP) - San Bernardino declared a fiscal emergency Wednesday night, allowing the city to avoid a lengthy mediation process and head straight to federal bankruptcy court.
Vacation Bible School programs offered
The Press is compiling a list of Vacation Bible School programs.
World/Nation Briefs July 19, 2012
Rebel bombing strikes Syria's inner circle
Judge to revisit Easton ruling
Camp Easton Forever, Inc. filed motion to reconsider
The legal battle over a historic boy scout camp isn't over after all.
Suddenly-hot Indians win third straight
SPOKANE - Saquan Johnson went 2 for 3 with three RBIs and two runs scored as the Spokane Indians won their third straight game, beating the Tri-City Dust Devils 7-5 in Northwest League baseball action Wednesday night in front of 3,773 at Avista Stadium.
Swarming invasive insect found in Idaho
First time elm seed bug has been spotted in the U.S.
BOISE - An invasive insect commonly found in south-central Europe has been detected in southwestern Idaho, marking the first time the elm seed bug has been spotted in the U.S., according to federal officials.
The United States of drought
Dry conditions cover majority of the nation
WALTONVILLE, Ill. (AP) - The nation's widest drought in decades is spreading, with more than half of the continental United States now in some stage of drought and most of the rest enduring abnormally dry conditions.
Northwest Notes, July 19, 2012
Prep passing tournament
Two injured in U.S. 95 crash
HAYDEN - Two Washington residents were injured during a crash on southbound U.S. 95 at Lancaster Road in Hayden on Wednesday afternoon.
M's comeback for naught
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) - Right pitch, wrong spot.
Doctors use eggs to reverse kids' egg allergies
First peanuts, now eggs. Doctors have reversed allergies in some children and teens by giving them tiny daily doses of problem foods, gradually training their immune systems to accept them.
Bayley bows out at U.S. Junior Amateur
Rathdrum native made it to match-play portion of top junior golf tourney
STRATHAM, N.H. - Derek Bayley of Rathdrum accomplished one of his goals and fell short of the other at the U.S. Junior Amateur golf tournament at The Golf Club of New England.
Lums win a wild one in ninth
COEUR d'ALENE - Nick Nyquist hit a three-run walk-off triple in the ninth inning as the Coeur d'Alene Lumbermen rallied from a three-run deficit to defeat the Spokane Crew 12-11 in a nonleague American Legion baseball game at McEuen Field on Wednesday.
John L. Smith enjoying the ride
Former Idaho coach hopes to stick with Arkansas
HOOVER, Ala. - Bobby Petrino reached out to his Arkansas successor John L. Smith and players like quarterback Tyler Wilson last week.
A rafting adventure
NIC group enjoys trip on Wallowa, Grande Rhonde rivers
"Kersplash," "Whee!" "Wow" and "Cheers!" were some of the sounds heard last weekend as 23 North Idaho College employees, guests and recreation interns enjoyed a raft trip on the Wallowa and Grande Rhonde rivers in Northeast Oregon.
Emergency workers need you
If you take children to the fair this year, heads-up: Alice Wolfinger may be looking for you. Don't let her sweet, grandmotherly demeanor and small stature fool you. Alice is a strong-willed woman on a very serious mission: your child's safety.
Visitor seeking lost dog
Animal escaped from pet boarding facility on Monday
COEUR d'ALENE - A trip to Idaho to visit relatives has become a nightmare for a Canadian dog owner.
Credit card customers to get a refund
Capital One to pay $210M over marketing tactics
WASHINGTON - The Obama administration's consumer watchdog agency flexed its enforcement muscles for the first time Wednesday and ordered Capital One Bank to repay millions of credit card customers allegedly tricked into buying costly add-on services.
Records July 19, 2012
CRIME REPORTS
Seahawks' Lynch charged with DUI
But attorney says he thinks case could be thrown out
Seattle Seahawks running back Marshawn Lynch was charged Wednesday with driving under the influence in Northern California.
ITD board tours North Idaho
Ramsey Road near Cd'A Airport was topic of discussion
The Coeur d'Alene Airport and the city of Hayden are considering connecting Ramsey Road around or underneath the airport, airport Manager Greg Delavan said on Wednesday.
McEuen contract won't be delayed
Council approves contract 4-2 despite postponement bid
COEUR d'ALENE - Coeur d'Alene City Councilman Steve Adams says his attempt to postpone the McEuen Field financial contract pending a nearly 3-year-old court case wasn't a stall tactic aimed at boondoggling the controversial project.
Wakeboarder severs fingers in lake accident
NORDMAN - A 30-year-old man lost four fingers in a wakeboarding accident on Priest Lake on Saturday.
THE FRONT ROW with Mark Nelke July 19, 2012
Five (or so )to look forward to
With the exception of the 5A schools, local high school football schedules are pretty redundant - the foes usually remain the same, only the sites change.
Man with a vision
Rathdrum area chamber pioneer is parade grand marshal
RATHDRUM - As Rathdrum grew up, Ken Degerman saw a need for the town to have its own chamber of commerce.
Cd'A request for new trial denied
Judge: Jury was correct in its wrongful termination decision
COEUR d'ALENE - A federal judge denied the city of Coeur d'Alene's request for a new trial for a wrongful termination suit involving a former police officer.
Source: Jamison will sign with Lakers
LOS ANGELES - Antawn Jamison is joining up with Kobe Bryant and Steve Nash to chase a championship with the Los Angeles Lakers.
Feds, Kalispel Tribe sign deal to help Idaho trout
SPOKANE (AP) - Three federal agencies and the Kalispel Tribe have reached an agreement to spend $39.5 million over the next decade to improve stocks of native bull trout and westslope cutthroat trout in northern Idaho's Lake Pend Oreille watershed.
Hulu to stream U.K. comedy 'Thick of It,' un-bleeped
Video website to have sole U.S. broadcasting right for fourth season of British political comedy
NEW YORK - The cult favorite "The Thick of It" is coming to Hulu in its full, expletive-ridden glory.
Child photos lead to jail time
Athol man sentenced to three years for obscenity crime
COEUR d'ALENE - A 50-year-old Athol man was sentenced this week to three years in prison for possessing images of naked children bound by ropes, U.S. Attorney Wendy J. Olson announced.
The ever-expanding 'middle class'
WASHINGTON (AP) - In a recent speech, President Barack Obama referred to the "middle class" 14 times, defining it as a family that makes up to $250,000 a year. Republican challenger Mitt Romney has looked at it from the other direction, saying that someone who falls into poverty "is still middle class."
Haley Marie Roland, 24
Haley Marie Roland, born Oct. 2, 1987, in Kennewick, Wash., passed away July 11, 2012, at North Idaho Hospice House in Coeur d’Alene, surrounded by her loving family and friends, after a long courageous battle with cancer. Haley is the daughter of Shannon Turpin of Coeur d’Alene and Jeff Roland of Benton City, Wash.
Patricia Sue Irmer, 69
Pat passed from this world peacefully in the afternoon Tuesday, July 17, 2012.
Richard Lee 'Rick' Mumper Jr., 47
Richard Lee “Rick” Mumper Jr., 47, of Coeur d’Alene, passed into the legions of Christ’s warrior angels on Friday, July 13, 2012, at his home.
Juanita (Nita) Ashcraft, 91
Juanita (Nita) Ashcraft passed away at home on July 10, 2012, at 91 years of age.
Kenneth Allen Marcure, 64
Kenneth Allen Marcure lost his five-year battle of Lou Gehrig’s disease (ALS Disease) on Sunday, July 15, 2012, in Kyoto, Japan.
Betty Lou Cronk, 82
Born Oct. 20, 1929, to Lucille and George Allman in Coeur d’Alene and entered into rest on July 16, 2012, in Spokane.
Sue Ann Dorn, 79
Sue Ann Dorn, 79, died peacefully at Kootenai Medical Center in Coeur d’Alene on Tuesday, July 17, 2012.
Splish, splash
Northern Lakes Fire District personnel blasted 2,700 gallons of water — as much as two fire trucks could hold — on children attending the Coeur d’Alene School District’s CDA4Kids program Thursday at the Hayden Kinder Center. It is the eighth consecutive year firefighters from Coeur d’Alene or Northern Lakes have volunteered to cool the kids off.
Report: K12 online students lag in math, reading
BOISE (AP) — A new report takes aim at the nation's largest for-profit online education provider and finds students taking K12 Inc. classes in Idaho and four other states are falling more behind in math and reading than their traditional school counterparts.
Beta Sigma Phi contributes to NIC scholarship fund
Beta Sigma Phi established an endowed scholarship in 2001 through the North Idaho College Foundation in support of student scholarships. Including this $300 contribution, Beta Sigma Phi has contributed over $18,500 to the North Idaho College Foundation.
Health advisory lifted for Fernan Lake
Fernan Lake is again safe for fishing and swimming.
Stanley named NIC vice president for student services
North Idaho College has selected Graydon Stanley, the former dean of students at the College of Southern Idaho, as its new vice president for student services.
Update: Chloe, the lost dog, has been found
Published July 18, 2012
Sandpoint woman admits to firearms theft
COEUR d'ALENE – A Sandpoint woman admitted in federal court Wednesday to stealing 33 firearms from a Ponderay pawn shop.
Wednesday, July 18
UNIFORMS: Board can multi-task
I respond to Noelle Branen’s letter castigating Coeur d’Alene School Board trustee Mr. Purtee for suggesting consideration of school uniforms. Ms. Branen thinks Mr. Purtee and the school board should focus solely on pushing the upcoming bond for needed facilities improvements for our schools.
Focus on ADD/ADHD
You have been seeing the terms ADD and ADHD very often in our recent articles. This is due to the fact that our Focus program is now in full swing and we have begun helping children and adults in managing their sensory integration issues such as ADD/ADHD or patterns of being impulsive, hyperactive, inattentive or exhibit an unexplained lack of productivity.
Tribal police, U.S. Marshals combine to make arrest
Drugs, weapons found in room of wanted suspect
WORLEY - Officers from the Coeur d'Alene Tribal Police Department, in conjunction with U.S. Marshals Service Task Force, arrested a Washington man wanted for first-degree assault and first-degree robbery on Tuesday.
Taxation with representation: It's working
Many of us are real pinheads when it comes to taxes. The "anti-tax" movement in America has a lot of enthusiastic support from people who are the direct beneficiaries of a tax structure that pays their personal salary, their personal retirement income, the income of someone in their household, or the income that gives their customers the wherewithal to walk through the door of their private business and buy something. Would you pay fifty dollars to make a hundred dollars? By the logic of some people the answer is a hearty, "No!"
What's the forecast?
Weather likely to be a factor as tournament tees off on Thursday
LYTHAM ST. ANNES, England - The most valuable slip of paper found at any British Open is not a list of the odds. It's the forecast.
ISP: Drive-bygawking dangerous
Rubbernecking gawkers created such a hazard last week at the scene of a 4-vehicle crash in Canyon County that Idaho State Police representatives are putting all Idaho residents on notice that this created a threat to public safety.
YOUTH BASEBALL: Lumbermen, Twins split in league play
• LEGION
Remembering the life of my grandma
Food for Thought
Grandma Fowler is the last living grandparent I have and now she is gone. My grandmother is dead. A major stroke 15 years ago whittled her mind and body into a bedridden, helpless being who finally succumbed to the will of God and left this material world for a better place.
Taste, taste, taste
Mary and I affectionately refer to tasting wine many times as "homework." For us while it really isn't work at all it is a big part of the job, as we never feel comfortable or confident recommending a wine to a customer if we have not tried it first regardless of the price we pay and therefore charge our customers, it has to meet our standards. Allegorically, customers can and for their own protection should approach wine the same way.
Mystic Farm helps animals return to the wild
Nonprofit operation has rescued, rehabilitated deer, elk and moose
SAGLE - They're loved by hunters and wildlife enthusiasts, but what else do deer, elk and moose have in common?
Oregon man stricken by case of plague
PORTLAND, Ore. - One look at Paul Gaylord's hands shows why the plague is referred to as "Black Death."
OBAMA: He's building a mess
To all the small business owners in our area. You had an idea and took a chance, you either dipped into your savings, took a loan out on your home, borrowed from family and friends. But “you didn’t build it.” Now you’re working and there are not enough hours in the day sometimes seven days a week. But “you didn’t build it.” This is what the president said last Friday in another one of his many campaign stops across the country. You haven’t paid enough taxes, that’s what he’s really saying.
Case closed
Investigation of Spirit Lake police chief ends
Post Falls Police Chief Scot Haug said Tuesday a criminal investigation by his department of Spirit Lake Police Chief Pat Lawless has been concluded, and no charges will be filed.
Northern Lakes to float fire levy
District hopes general election will have better result than primary
HAYDEN - Same request, different date.
USA: Lacking true leadership
In response to the overwhelming political opinion that is being thrust on to me by the news, family and friends I just want to ask one question: When in the last several decades did we lose the focus of what is good for the country in lieu of what is good for the party? I am a registered voter but I have not voted in the last several elections because of the fact that I do not vote per party. I look at what our country needs out of a leader, whether that leader be a Republican or a Democrat, and make my decisions based on that.
Boys and Girls Club fundraiser sold out
The Boys and Girls Club of Kootenai County fundraiser set for Tuesday has been sold out.
Bayley advances to match play at U.S. Junior Amateur
STRATHAM, N.H. - Derek Bayley of Rathdrum shot a 3-over-par 75 on Tuesday and advanced to the match play portion today at the U.S. Junior Amateur golf tournament at The Golf Club at New England.
Early full-term babies may face later school woes
CHICAGO - Even for infants born full-term, a little more time in the womb may matter.
At college/in the pros July 18, 2012
Kaleb DeHaas
There's no business like show business
On Monday I had the opportunity to visit with Dennis Franz, Ellen Travolta, Jack Bannon, Dane Stokinger and Jessica Skerritt, professional actors all. On Aug. 1 they will be joined by Patty Duke in a very special staged reading of "Over the River and Through the Woods" with the Coeur d'Alene Summer Theater. This one-time event will celebrate and benefit the theater in its 45th year, and will mark the debut of veteran actor, now Coeur d'Alene resident, Dennis Franz to the CST stage.
Federal funds to help airport
$2.5 million grant will address runway, taxiway surface issues
The Coeur d'Alene Airport has landed a $2.5 million grant to repair dangerous surface issues, said airport Manager Greg Delavan.
The Front Row with JASON ELLIOTT July 18, 2012
New places, same results should come
When it comes to building a successful program, you've got to take a step back to move toward success in the future.
Report: Too little mental health care for boomers
Healthy Lifestyles
WASHINGTON - Getting older doesn't just mean a risk for physical ailments like heart disease and bum knees: A new report finds as many as 1 in 5 seniors has a mental health or substance abuse problem.
Records July 18, 2012
CRIME REPORTS
Man dies in tractor accident
SAGLE - A Bonner County man was killed after overturning his tractor while mowing grass on Monday morning.
Northwest Notes July 18, 2012
Injuries, funding take
Trash can chicken: A family favorite
Nothing says summer like barbecuing with friends and family. This part of the year has always been my favorite. Major projects we started in the spring are finally finished and camping trips and backyard barbecues fill every weekend.
NFL opposes expedited hearing for Vilma
NEW ORLEANS (AP) - Jonathan Vilma's hearing as he attempts to delay or overturn his season-long suspension has been moved up a week to July 26.
Maloney's shot in 8th lifts Indians
SPOKANE - Joe Maloney hit a three-run home run over the left field fence in the bottom of the eighth inning to lift the Spokane Indians past the Tri-City Dust Devils 4-1 in Northwest League baseball action in front of 4,636 at Avista Stadium on Tuesday night.
BYWAY: Plan on more problems
After watching the construction of the south approach of the Sand Creek byway for month after month I am not at all surprised that it developed cracks. The method of construction was very strange.
Auditory hypersensitivity
Imagine a child who is overwhelmed by everyday sounds, where the sound of a police siren is too much to handle and causes the child to clasp his hands over his ears and be reduced to tears. This child suffers from auditory hypersensitivity (AH). Many children with autism spectrum disorder find the processing and integration of sounds very difficult. Although concern about AH has been especially focused on children on the autism spectrum, many non-autistic children also present with behaviors of AH.
A hit for both sides
In the bitterly contested gamesmanship of debating what to do with American Legion Baseball now played at McEuen Park, let's call timeout for the seventh inning stretch.
Olympics satire: Watch out for the brand police
LONDON - Here are some Olympic images that organizers have not approved: A hooded youth making off with an Olympic ring; the same multicolored hoops turned into toasters; a dog doing something a bit rude to a London 2012 mascot.
Murder suspect tries to steal plane in Utah
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) - A SkyWest Airlines pilot suspected of killing his ex-girlfriend stole an empty 50-passenger jet from a small Utah airport, crashed it as he drove near a terminal, then was found dead with a self-inflicted gunshot wound, officials said Tuesday.
Smoak's early HR sparks Mariners
Saunders also goes deep in win over KC
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) - The Seattle Mariners' quick-strike offense has scored 13 runs in the first two innings in winning their first two games at Kansas City.
Help for first-time moms
Some situations have looked grim, Amy Cross conceded, in her meetings with at-risk mothers.
Summer road trip survival
Summer vacations are here and so are the long and sometimes dreaded road trips. Regardless if your children are toddlers or teens, keeping road trips healthy is always a challenge. Typical road trip food consists of convenience store calorie laden cuisine such as chips, sodas and candy. Simply, a 16 ounce soda, bag of chips and a candy bar can add up to over 1,100 calories. That is more than 1/2 of a persons daily calorie needs provided just from a few snacks. Couple that with long hours of sitting in a car and this can wreak havoc on your daily physical activity and nutritional needs.
WOLVES: Killing them is wrong
The “harvesting” of 379 wolves by hunters, trappers and ranchers, instigated by the Idaho Department of Fish and Game (and politicians led by Gov. Otter), amounts to nothing more than the tragic, senseless slaughter of these beautiful, intelligent and emotional creatures who are devoted to their young; and, as keystone species, enhance the biodiversity and health of forests (the phrase “forest health” was contrived by timber barons and the Forest Service to expedite the plunder of the nation’s forests, regardless of wildlife).
Seahawks' Lynch runs into trouble
No decision on charges after star running back arrested for DUI
Seattle Seahawks running back Marshawn Lynch was seen weaving from lane to lane on Interstate 880 in the Oakland, Calif., area on Saturday morning, leading to his arrest for investigation of DUI.
States saying no to Obamacare could see downside
WASHINGTON (AP) - For Gov. Rick Perry, saying "no" to the federal health care law could also mean turning away up to 1.3 million Texans, nearly half the uninsured people who could be newly eligible for coverage in his state.
FLOWER: Get a whiff at Farragut
Syringa, the Idaho State Flower, along with the cascading ocean spray is in full bloom in many areas of Farragut State Park, especially the shoreline. Now is a perfect time for a cool shaded walk in the park along Lake Pend Oreille to enjoy this summertime treat.
Vehicle burglary suspects arrested in Post Falls
Police department investigated 39 reports since July 1
POST FALLS - The Post Falls Police Department has investigated 39 vehicle burglary reports since July 1 and investigators believe many of those cases have been solved with the arrest of three suspects.
TRAPPING: Why it's still needed
Regarding the letter from E. Helmuth voicing opposition to HJR-2, the bill to guarantee Idahoans the right to hunt, fish and trap. Helmuth is obviously against the bill, and while everyone is entitled to their opinion, likewise, we are entitled to use the natural resources of Idaho, and the taking of fur bearers with traps is one of those uses. It is allowed and regulated and it works.
Living with mental illness
Abraham Lincoln, Janet Jackson, Mark Twain, John Denver, Princess Diana, Anne Rice, Britney Spears, Michelangelo. Other than being names that are familiar to us all due to their respective talents and achievements, what do these individuals have in common? All of these folks lived or are living with mental illness.
World/Nation Briefs July 18, 2012
Airline needle investigation gets under way
Don't let a pinched nerve be a pain in your neck
When a nerve in the neck is irritated as it leaves the spine this is called cervical radiculopathy. It is commonly thought of as a "pinched nerve." The nerve can be compressed by a bulging or ruptured disc, degenerative changes in your neck (cervical spine), or an injury to the cervical spine. When a nerve from the cervical spine gets compressed, a person may feel pain, burning, numbness and/or tingling sensations radiating out from their neck. This can cause pain in their arms or hands, and they may even notice weakness in one or both of their arms or hands. Headaches and neck pain are also possible. Wherever the irritated nerve travels is where the person will feel pain.
Youth sports July 18, 2012
Wrestling, jui-jitsu, football, golf and more
WRESTLING
Rain, material woes delay Government Way construction
COEUR d'ALENE - Due to heavy rains and some materials issues, the Government Way construction project has experienced delays.
'There's no second chance'
Man trying to create support group to help local sex offenders
RATHDRUM - A few days after Bill Johnson ran his notice in the Coeur d'Alene Press, he noticed his fence posts had been vandalized.
Yahoo CEO's pregnancy reignites perennial debate
NEW YORK - "Another piece of good news today," tweeted the expectant mom, announcing to her online followers that she and her husband are awaiting a baby boy.
Laura Hill joins NIC as human resources executive director
Laura J. Hill joined North Idaho College on July 16 as the executive director of human resources. She most recently served as the chief human resource officer of Rockwood Clinic in Spokane and brings with her more than 20 years of experience in human resource management in the Northwest.
Update: Chloe the dog has been found
COEUR d’ALENE — A trip to Idaho to visit relatives has become a nightmare for a Canadian dog owner.
Chair balloonists recount wild, short ride
Two men flying matching lawn chairs suspended by helium-filled party balloons over Central Oregon last weekend said Tuesday they were floating along peacefully at 14,000 feet when thunderstorms grabbed control of their homemade craft like a giant hand.
Wildlife rescue wins new Toyota for 'the babies'
SAGLE — Thanks to the support of locals and other helpful individuals around the country, Mystic Farm Wildlife Rescue has a new set of wheels.
Idaho's latest invasive insect new to the US
BOISE (AP) — State officials say an invasive insect never before found in the United States has been detected in southwestern Idaho.
Americans on no-fly list allowed to learn to fly
WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. citizens who are on the government's list of people banned from flying because they're considered terror threats are not prevented from learning how to fly in schools around the country, according to government regulation.
Otter hires Utah firm to study Medicaid expansion
BOISE (AP) — Gov. C. L. "Butch" Otter has hired a consulting firm run by former Utah Gov. Mike Leavitt to help decide whether to expand Medicaid to thousands of low-income Idahoans.
Orzell: Agreed, clarify rules for recall
I welcome and agree with Sunday’s editorial on the need to clarify and strengthen the laws regarding recall in Idaho.
Legals July 18, 2012
Notice of Trustee's Sale Idaho Code 45-1506 Today's date: June 13, 2012 File No.: 7021.10130 Sale date and time (local time): October 16, 2012 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: 4968 E Wildlife Trl Hayden, ID 83835 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: William Padilla, and Nancy Padilla, husband and wife Original trustee: Fidelity National Title Ins Co Original beneficiary: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. solely as nominee for Countrywide Home Loans, Inc. Recording date: February 23, 2007 Recorder's instrument number: 2084725000 County: Kootenai Sum owing on the obligation: as of June 13, 2012: $420,828.13 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: The Southeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter of Section 17, Township 52 North, Range 3 West, Boise Meridian, 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# 7021.10130) 1002.219431-File No. Legal 5663 June 27, July 4, 11, 18, 2012
Tuesday, July 17
Indians snap 10-game winning streak
SPOKANE - Eric Brooks and two relievers combined on a two-hitter, and the Spokane Indians snapped a 10-game losing streak with a 1-0 victory over the Tri-City Dust Devils in Northwest League baseball Monday night before 3,391 at Avista Stadium.
Records July 17, 2012
CRIME REPORTS
The FRONT ROW with JOHN LEICESTER July 17, 2012
No more 'immortal' than we are
COLOMBES, France - At what's left of the stadium where Harold Abrahams won his "Chariots of Fire" Olympic 100 meters, where Paavo Nurmi won the 1,500, caught his breath and then lined up 55 minutes later to win the 5,000, it is almost as if their feats at the Summer Games of 1924 never happened.
Rice, Forte get long-term deals
Ray Rice and Matt Forte got what they wanted Monday: long-term contracts that sometimes elude NFL running backs.
NORTHWEST NOTES July 17, 2012
Bayley in hunt after first day of U.S. Junior Amateur
Lightning strike leads to low water pressure
Bolt blasts tank on Tubbs Hill
COEUR d'ALENE - Blasted by a bolt.
Fantasy sports widows: Don't get mad, get even
Celebrity drafts 'mind candy' for non-sports fans
NEW YORK - Widowed by hubby's fantasy sports obsession? Don't get mad, get Kim Kardashian. Or Tom Cruise. Or Kate Middleton.
Criminal charge filed over failure to report wolf escape
SANDPOINT - The founder of Wolf People has been charged with a misdemeanor for failing to advise authorities that one of her animals had escaped last year.
Watson to pay $1.7 million in drug pricing settlement
BOISE - Prescription drug manufacturers Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. and Watson Pharma, Inc., agreed to pay $1,700,000 in a legal settlement resolving Idaho's claims relating to the "average wholesale prices" reported by the companies, Attorney General Lawrence Wasden said. Watson is among the top five pharmaceutical companies in the United States, and among the top four generic drug companies in the world.
Goedde: Doubts about exchange
Legislator serving on health care reform committee
A Coeur d'Alene legislator tapped with analyzing the implementation of the Affordable Care Act has doubts about a state insurance exchange.
Stocks close lower after consumer spending slides
NEW YORK - Stocks closed lower for the seventh day out of the last eight on Monday after the government reported that U.S. consumers cut their spending last month.
City probes theft possibility
Employee has been placed on leave, investigation continues
COEUR d'ALENE - The City of Coeur d'Alene has placed an employee in its Finance Department on administrative leave and asked the Kootenai County Sheriff's Department and Kootenai County prosecutor to investigate the possibility that funds have been embezzled.
Loggers fall twice at Moscow
MOSCOW - The Coeur d'Alene Loggers lost 11-2 and 5-4 to Moscow on Monday in a class A North Idaho League American Legion baseball doubleheader.
Got it figured out
Coeur d'Alene's Carson Magee featured on Nickelodeon game show
To say that her son has benefited from living with an incurable disease isn't quite how Fondra Magee would put it.
No more burning
Fire districts across Kootenai County are no longer issuing burn permits, announced the county Fire Prevention Cooperation on Monday.
It's where to watch what's happening
Study: More viewers turning to YouTube as a news source
NEW YORK - A new study has found that YouTube has become a major platform for news, one where viewers are turning for eyewitness videos in times of major events and natural disasters.
Almost ready to go
Fundraiser to benefit Union Gospel Mission
COEUR d'ALENE - The German restaurant in Hayden is throwing an Italian dinner for the Spokane group that just came to Coeur d'Alene.
Family matters
Former local high school players Brandon and Whitney Wood continue their passion for soccer
Whether on or off the soccer field, Brandon Wood has always had his little sister Whitney's best intentions in mind.
M's find offense in K.C.
Wells hits three-run homer, Smoak adds two-run shot
KANSAS CITY, Mo. - Casper Wells walked back to the dugout after belting a three-run homer in the first inning and a two-run triple in the second, and was already hearing it from his Seattle teammates.
Economy appears weaker as retail sales slump
WASHINGTON - The outlook for the U.S. economy appeared dimmer Monday after a report that Americans spent less at retail businesses for a third straight month in June.
CHIP SHOTS July 17, 2012
* HOLE IN ONE
Hoedown to benefit CASA
Fundraiser with country-style dinner is July 28
COEUR d'ALENE - Tickets remain on sale for the second Hoedown dinner and auctions on July 28 to benefit the nonprofit Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA).
Poll: Most won't change their commenting style
A judge’s order that will likely lead to the unmasking of an anonymous commenter on the Spokesman-Review's Huckleberries Online blog won’t change the way most Press readers post online comments.
Comparing notes on education reform
South Dakota gives Idaho credit for stepping forward
COEUR d'ALENE - Turns out that Idaho has had plenty of company when it comes to states passing education reform laws in recent years.
Fugitive of the week
The North Idaho Violent Crimes Task Force is seeking information leading to the apprehension of Nicole Gene Swanson aka: Nicole Oeullet.
ISP: Drive-by gawking is dangerous
Rubberneckers created such a hazard last week at the scene of a 4-vehicle crash in Canyon County that Idaho State Police representatives are putting all Idaho residents on notice that this behavior creates a threat to public safety.
Police: Man solicited wife's rape on Craigslist
TWIN FALLS (AP) — An Idaho man is charged with soliciting men to rape his wife through a posting in the "casual encounters" section of Craigslist.
Horse attacked by cougar near Lewiston
LEWISTON (AP) — Officials with the Idaho Department of Fish and Game say a horse was attacked by a cougar just outside the north-central Idaho town of Lewiston.
Criminal charge filed over wolf escape
SANDPOINT — The founder of Wolf People has been charged with a misdemeanor for failing to advise authorities that one of her animals had escaped last year.
Storm Mechanical Specials
Specials
Government Way road work continues
Due to heavy rains and some materials issues, the Government Way project has experienced some delays. Crews are now back working to build the roadway up for curb, gutter, and sidewalk along the west side of Government Way.
Athol man gets 3 years in prison for child porn
COEUR d'ALENE – Samuel Ted Ussery, 50, of Athol, Idaho, was sentenced yesterday to 36 months in prison for transportation of an obscene matter, U.S. Attorney Wendy J. Olson announced. U.S. District Judge Edward J. Lodge also ordered Ussery to serve three years of supervised release following his prison term. He pleaded guilty to the charge on January 3, 2012.
Legals July 17, 2012
Loan No. xxxxxx2201 T.S. No. 1335251-09 Parcel No. 50n05w-35-3070 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE On October 23, 2012, at the hour of 11:00am, of said day, at In the lobby of pioneer title company of kootenai county,, 100 Wallace Ave, Coeur D'alene, Idaho, First American Title Insurance Company, as trustee, will sell at public auction, to the highest bidder, for cash, cashier's check drawn on a State or National Bank, a check drawn by a State or Federal Credit Union, or a check drawn by a State or Federal Savings and Loan Association, Savings Association, or Savings Bank, 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: A parcel of land being a portion of the northwest quarter of the northeast quarter of the northwest quarter, more completely described in attached exhibit a. Commonly known as 10889 W Ocelot Trl Fka 3695 S Puma Drive Coeur D Alene Id 83814. 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 Deed of Trust executed by Alexis Anne Irvin and Ronnie Lee Irvin, Wife And Husband as Grantor, to Alliance Title & Escrow, as Trustee, for the benefit and security of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("mers") As Nominee For Gmac Mortgage, Llc F/k/a Gmac Mortgage Corporation, Its Successors and Assigns as Beneficiary, recorded April 27, 2007, as Instrument No. 2096406000, Mortgage records of Kootenai County, Idaho. 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 this sale is to be made is: Failure to pay the monthly payment due october 1, 2010 of principal and interest and subsequent installments due thereafter; plus late charges; together with all subsequent sums advanced by beneficiary pursuant to the terms and conditions of said deed of trust. The estimated balance owing as of this date on the obligation secured by said deed of trust is $324,406.14, including interest, costs and expenses actually incurred in enforcing the obligation thereunder or in this sale, and trustee's fees and/or reasonable attorney's fees as authorized in the promissory note secured by the aforementioned Deed of Trust. First American Title Insurance Company C/o Cal-western Reconveyance Corporation P.O. Box 22004 El Cajon Ca 92022-9004 (800)546-1531 Dated: June 19, 2012 Signature/By First American Title Insurance Company. R-413364 06/26, 07/03, 07/10, 07/17 Legal 5658 June 26 July 3, 10, 17, 2012
Monday, July 16
What the heck is a 'derecho'? Hold onto your hat
I promised several Cd'A Press subscribers, including Ken Royal of Athol, Dennis Williams of Hayden and Betty Larsen of Post Falls, that I would attempt in this article to give an accurate description of the meteorological phenomenon known as a 'derecho' (deh-REY-cho).
Phay wins Rosauers; Grove ties for 10th
SPOKANE - David Phay birdied the final hole to beat defending champion Corey Prugh by one stroke and win the 25th Rosauers Open Invitational golf tournament Sunday at Indian Canyon Golf Course.
Be prepared for summer fire season
COEUR d'ALENE - When the temperature hits 90 degrees and lingers, wildland fire danger goes up. Burning embers and sparks can travel up to a mile from a fire. Even the smallest spark can ignite a powerful and damaging blaze under the right conditions.
Stateline Speedway results July 16, 2012
July 14
While Batman lurks, 'Ice Age' is top movieFamily-friendly film is No. 1
NEW YORK - With Batman lurking, the prehistoric critters of "Ice Age: Continental Drift" ran off with the box office, earning $46 million in their opening weekend, according to studio estimates Sunday.
Notices July 16, 2012
GIBONEY, Maurice William "Ace," 90, of Auburn, Calif., died June 12, 2012, in Auburn, Calif. Born Sept. 22, 1921, in Hayden, Colo. Arrangements were handled by Blue Oaks Cremation & Burial Service in Roseville, Calif. He will be interred in Coeur d'Alene.
Kahne wins at New Hampshire for second victory of season
Auto racing
LOUDON, N.H. (AP) - The best car was rolling toward victory - until its driver and crew chief couldn't agree on how many tires to change.
Harvesting hearts
Idaho farm hosts 'weed dating' for singles
BOISE - For one night a year, a neighborhood farm in northwest Boise turns into a respite for singles who are tired of the same old dating scene.
School and Senior Lunches for July 16-20
Coeur d'Alene School District
Mountain Music Festival is Saturday
SANDPOINT - Schweitzer Mountain Resort will host the Mountain Music Festival on Saturday, with three bands; The Black Lillies, Ravenna Woods, and Silver Treason. This fun and free outdoor concert is an event the entire family will enjoy. Music plays from 2-8 p.m.
Blessed are the beasts
Rain ends just in time for pet blessing event
COEUR d'ALENE - Even animals can use some help from above.
Crush '97 wins 3rd straight state title
State ASA
The Coeur d'Alene Crush '97 won five straight games over the weekend to reach the championship round, then beat the Idaho Heat twice to win the state ASA 14-and-under championship Sunday at Skyview High in Nampa.
The FRONT ROW with TIM DAHLBERG July 16, 2012
Penn State football must be gutted
Joe Paterno is dead and so is what was left of his good name, shredded to pieces by investigators who didn't seem terribly impressed by anything the coach once did on Saturday afternoons.
Different feel, same result
Harrison blanks M's on five hits
SEATTLE - Eric Wedge was convinced that Sunday had a different feel, even if the result was the 11th time this season his Seattle Mariners were shut out.
Maurice William 'Ace' Giboney, 90
Lee R. Holom, 87
Lee R. Holom, 87, passed away on July 12, 2012, in Coeur d’Alene. Lee was born in April 1925 in Medina, N.D., where he was raised until he was 10 years old, then the family moved to Fairview, Mont.
Carol Armitage, 89
Carol Armitage passed away peacefully on July 15, 2012, at Guardian Angel Homes in Post Falls. Carol was born Feb. 23, 1923, in Clarkston, Wash., to Albert and Agnes Schroeder from Fraser. She graduated from Weippe High School. She then enrolled in a junior college in Los Angeles, Calif. Upon completion, she worked for the Filipino Chamber of Commerce for a brief time before returning to Fraser.
Scott Matthew Wemple, 56
Scott Wemple, 56, of Hayden, passed away July 15, 2012, following a tragic accident. Scott was born in Chester, N.J., on Sept. 16, 1955, to Patrick and Caroline Wemple.
CDA suspects embezzlement by employee
The City of Coeur d'Alene has placed an employee in its Finance Department on administrative leave and asked the Kootenai County Sheriff's Office and Kootenai County Prosecutor to investigate the possibility that funds have been embezzled.
A.J. Markworth, 16
A.J. Markworth, 16, of Spirit Lake, went home to Jesus on Friday, July 13, 2012, at Sacred Heart Medical Center in Spokane. He was born July 8, 1996, in Cheyenne, Wyo.
Collaboration key to ed finance, reform
COEUR d’ALENE — Rep. Bob Nonini said you couldn't find two states that are more different.
CDA baseball deal in the works
COEUR d’ALENE — The city of Coeur d’Alene and American Legion Baseball are close to an agreement that would build the program a permanent home at Ramsey Field by next season.
Unemployment claims going online only
The Idaho Department of Labor is changing procedures in its 25 local offices.
Legals July 16, 2012
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE Trustee's Sale No. 02-OC-118932 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, ALLIANCE TITLE & ESCROW CORP., the duly appointed Successor Trustee, will on October 19,2012, 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: LOT 4, BLOCK 3, AMENDED PLAT OF LEGACY PLACE, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT RECORDED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER IN BOOK "I" OF PLATS AT PAGE 494 AND 494A, RECORDS OF KOOTENAI COUNTY, IDAHO. 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 7440 AARON STREET , COEUR D'ALENE, ID 83815, 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 MARY SIMS, A SINGLE WOMAN, as Grantor, to KOOTENAI TITLE, as Trustee, for the benefit and security of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR FREMONT INVESTMENT & LOAN, as Beneficiary, dated 8/12/2004, recorded 8/20/2004, under Instrument No. 1896085, modified under Instrument No. 2285714000, Mortgage records of KOOTENAI County, IDAHO, the beneficial interest in which is presently held by HSBC Bank USA, National Association, as Trustee for Fremont Home Loan Trust 2004-D, Mortgage-Backed Certificates, Series 2004-D. 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 8/12/2004, THE MONTHLY PAYMENT WHICH BECAME DUE ON 5/1/2011 AND ALL SUBSEQUENT MONTHLY PAYMENTS, PLUS LATE CHARGES AND OTHER COSTS AND FEES AS SET FORTH. Amount due as of June 13, 2012 Delinquent Payments from May 01, 2011 14 payments at $ 1,346.14 each $ 18,845.96 (05-01-11 through 06-13-12) Late Charges: $ 1,235.76 Beneficiary Advances: $ 1,477.50 Suspense Credit: $ -5.52 TOTAL: $ 21,553.70 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 $159,511.75, together with interest thereon at 6.990% per annum from 4/1/2011, 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: 6/13/2012. ALLIANCE TITLE & ESCROW CORP. Trustee By: Joel Meng, Asst. Secretary c/o REGIONAL TRUSTEE SERVICES CORPORATION 616 1st Avenue, Suite 500 Seattle, WA 98104 Phone: (206) 340-2550 Sale Information: http://www.rtrustee.com A-4261833 06/25/2012, 07/02/2012, 07/09/2012, 07/16/2012 Legal 5655 June 25 July 2, 9, 16, 2012
Sunday, July 15
Montana QB Kemp dismissed from team
MISSOULA, Mont. (AP) - Montana quarterback Gerald Kemp has been dismissed from the team for what officials said was a violation of team rules, a move that comes several months after the university fired its coach and athletic director amid a number investigations into the program.
Running of the bulls
It's that time of year again in Pamplona, Spain, for all those who dare seek the thrill of running with the bulls. Most participants have a wild look in their eye from an adrenaline rush, while others are intoxicated. They have very little knowledge about the event that is about to unfold or what to expect. Even though participating in this event is loaded with variables and uncertainty, the revelers begin their run down the street. Not only do they have to fear the charging bulls but also the person next to them. For if they were to fall or stumble, they would more than likely have a date with the horn! So much for a preconceived notion of a fun run!
Milestone Announcements July 15, 2012
ANNIVERSARIES
Trying to live up to '08
Phelps, Bolt unlikely to be as dominant as they were in Beijing
Michael Phelps, in the pool, raising a fist. Usain Bolt, on the track, slapping his chest.
North Idaho girls help Stars romp to Seattle AAU title
The Spokane Stars Columbia Blue squad, the top team in the Stars' AAU girls basketball program, has a decidedly North Idaho feel.
'It can happen in your home'
Boy who loves to play in fight for his life
COEUR d'ALENE - Before, when Aiden Butterfield was 2 or 3 years old, it was no big deal if he had a fever.
The Gadfly pipes down
Evelyn Y. Davis is the world's most famous shareholder activist. She's also the most outspoken, the most outrageous, the most intelligent, the most confident, the most charming.
Flooding from below
Farmers near Bonners Ferry dealing with rare seepage problem
BONNERS FERRY - Way-above-average rainfall in June is going to cost farmers in the Kootenai River valley - located between Bonners Ferry and the U.S.-Canadian border - millions of dollars in lost crops, farmers said Friday.
Video surveillance helps catch prowler
A few weeks ago a local establishment discovered that someone had broken into one of their buildings and vandalized it. Fortunately, they had a professional video surveillance system installed during the previous month.
LA sheriff's legal challenges mounting
LOS ANGELES - Jail commanders condoning the beating of inmates. Evidence withheld from inmates accused of attacking guards. A photo of a woman wearing an official-looking badge while brandishing handguns at a nightclub.
Day of Caring just around the corner - Sept. 20!
Volunteer Corner
Have you ever wanted to volunteer but had no idea where to get started? Or maybe you don't have the time to commit to an ongoing volunteer opportunity, but would love to spend a day giving back to the community? Well, get ready to roll up your sleeves and get to work, come join us for the Day of Caring!
Pomp, circumstance and practice
US hoop team's workout has feel of Midnight Madness
WASHINGTON - Dancers were performing during breaks in the action. Dunks were greeted with "MVP!" chants.
Sports, coaches hold sway at many colleges
COLUMBUS, Ohio - It was a throwaway line, intended to lighten the mood after an ominous revelation by one of the most decorated college football programs in the land.
Thoughts and perspectives
I could fill this article with additional negativity about the global economic condition, but I won't. Briefly, the euro fell again against the dollar on Thursday last and the bond markets in Italy and Spain are weak and European banks are printing money like never before. All is a disaster that is waiting to blow the lid off their economy.
Thomas Carter: Stand up for what's right
COEUR d'ALENE - Thomas Carter had two strong influences growing up in the Bay area of California: His father, and his grandfather.
Clinton to Egypt's Morsi: Find a way out of crisis
CAIRO - U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton used her first meeting with Egypt's new Islamist president to press Mohammed Morsi to start a dialogue with military leaders as a way of preserving the country's transition to democracy.
History on display
Scott Skinner held the Revolutionary War-style muzzleloader in his hands and began to pour the black powder into the barrel. He packed it in and prepared to fire. With a booming bang, Skinner fired the gun and smoke seeped out of the barrel.
Shine win, need help to make playoffs in women's soccer
SPOKANE - The Spokane Shine blanked the winless Oregon Rush 6-0 in the regular-season finale for both teams Saturday in Women's Premier Soccer League play at Albi Stadium.
Indians fall to Ems in 11
SPOKANE - Corey Adamson had an RBI single and Maxx Tissenbaum pushed in an insurance run with a sacrifice fly in the 11th inning to lift the Eugene Emeralds (17-11) past the Spokane Indians 3-1 in Northwest League baseball action Saturday night in front of 5,504 at Avista Stadium.
Study tells us what is must-see TV
Sept. 11 most memorable television moment
NEW YORK - The Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attack is by far the most memorable moment shared by television viewers during the past 50 years, a study released on Wednesday concluded.
Happy days are here again!
It looks like summer has finally arrived ... and ALL AT ONCE! I guess we should have been careful what we asked for.
Teen girls to Teen Vogue: Stop altering photos
NEW YORK - Days after a campaign led by a 14-year-old girl secured a promise from Seventeen magazine not to alter body shapes in photographs, more teens protested against Teen Vogue on Wednesday with "Keep it Real" signs and a makeshift red carpet.
How did ex-slave's letter to master come to be?
NEW YORK - The photograph, scratched and undated, is captioned "Brother Jordan Anderson." He is a middle-aged black man with a long beard and a righteous stare, as if he were a preacher locking eyes with a sinner, or a judge about to dispatch a thief to the gallows.
You saw it here first
Several weeks ago we reported that those of you who were waiting for the bottom of the market had likely missed it. The last few months sales figures show increases in sales in most areas and average price increases in our densely populated areas. Due to affordability driven in part by super low interest rates - last week rates dipped below 3.6 percent - we are optimistic that our modest recovery will continue to build steam.
Chicago food fest struggles to survive
CHICAGO - Chicago's showcase summer festival, Taste of Chicago, is struggling to find a new identity amid dwindling revenues and more choices for cash-strapped residents and visitors.
Should You Takea Pension Buyout?
Have you recently received a pension buyout offer? If so, you need to decide if you should take the buyout, which could provide you with a potentially large lump sum, or continue accepting your regular pension payments for the rest of your life. It's a big decision.
The Front Row with MARK NELKE July 15, 2012
A little late with all the P.C. stances
It's easy to pile on Jerry Sandusky, Joe Paterno, etc., these days in the wake of the Penn State scandal.
Obama attack ad spending soars
More than one-fifth of spending has been in Ohio
WASHINGTON - President Barack Obama's campaign has spent nearly $100 million on television commercials in selected battleground states so far, unleashing a sustained early barrage designed to create lasting, negative impressions of Republican Mitt Romney before he and his allies ramp up for the fall.
The power of 'we'
A famous organist was performing a concert on a huge antique organ in front of a large audience. The bellows were hand-pumped by a boy seated behind a screen, unseen by any in the vast auditorium. The first part of the performance went very well, and at intermission the organist took his bows as the listeners applauded enthusiastically. During the break, the musician rested in a side passageway. The boy came out to join him.
'Flower' grows tall
North Idaho home recognized by Wall Street Journal
COEUR d'ALENE - One look at II Fiore Del Lago and you know.
Rays' Price earns win No. 12
* AMERICAN LEAGUE
Feds approve Florida access to citizens list
WASHINGTON - In a victory for Republicans, the federal government has agreed to let Florida use a law enforcement database to challenge people's right to vote if they are suspected of not being U.S. citizens.
Clarify rules for recalls
Sorry, but the recall debate isn't over.
Sell it at Consign Furniture
Business Bits
You can't miss the sign from the freeway - "Consign Furniture." However, the business in the former home of Beaudry Motorsports in central Post Falls is a bit tricky to get to. The address is 1525 E. Edmonton Ave., the parallel street on the north side of Interstate 90. Take the Seltice exit and then a combination of Syringa and Polston streets and you'll get there.
Community Thanks July 15, 2012
FOURTH: Chamber, city deserve kudos
Phay shoots 64, leads Rosauers by 3; Cd'A's Grove tied for fifth, five shots back
SPOKANE - David Phay of Whidbey Golf and Country Club in Oak Harbor, Wash., followed up his first-round 62 with a 7-under-par 64 on Saturday for a 16-under-par 126 and a three-shot lead after two rounds of the 54-hole Rosauers Open Invitational golf tournament at Indian Canyon Golf Course.
Lumbermen advance to semifinals
CLACKAMAS, Ore. - Coeur d'Alene scored once in the sixth inning to tie it and scored three times in the seventh to take the lead and beat Westview 5-2 at the Clackamas Diamond Classic on Saturday at Clackamas High.
Faith, perseverance and ladybugs
Brenden Nichols continues recovery from accident
HAYDEN - As "The Star-Spangled Banner" was sung, 18-year-old Brenden Nichols and his father, Ken, were side-by-side Saturday morning at Honeysuckle Beach, among hundreds of athletes prepared to participate in the Hayden Triathlon.
Garnett returning to Celtics
The Boston Celtics made it official: Kevin Garnett is coming back as part of the team's efforts to keep key pieces after losing Ray Allen to the Miami Heat.
Shock prevail in a wild finish
Tampa Bay visits next Saturday in season finale
KANSAS CITY, Mo. - A 47-yard field goal try by Kansas City (3-14) bounced off the upright on the final play of the game, and the Spokane Shock escaped with a 49-48 victory over the Command in Arena Football League play Saturday night at the Sprint Center.
Locals battle at state softball tourneys
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Editorial: Clarify rules for recalls
Sorry, but the recall debate isn't over.
Saturday, July 14
Movers and Shakers July 14, 2012
Hospice of North Idaho executive director announces resignation
Emeralds hand Indians eighth consecutive loss
SPOKANE - Eugene reliever Brandon Alger entered in the fourth inning and gave up two hits and one walk in three scoreless innings to earn his third win of the season and the Emeralds defeated the Spokane Indians 4-2 in Northwest League baseball action in front of 4,004 at Avista Stadium on Friday night.
Lums advance to quarterfinals
CLACKAMAS, Ore. - Coeur d'Alene beat Barlow of Gresham, Ore., 12-4 and Cottonwood of Salt Lake City 16-1 in five innings on Friday to advance to the quarterfinals at the 12-team Clackamas Diamond Classic.
LITTLE LEAGUE: Two Hayden teams advance to district title games
District 1 tournaments
PF urban renewal: More good news
The Post Falls Urban Renewal Commission recently passed a resolution which was adopted by a Post Falls City Council ordinance to close the Riverbend Urban Renewal District as of Nov. 18, 2012.
PARADE: A dud on bucket brigade
We watched the Fourth of July parade on Sherman and the bucket brigade came by requesting donations to the Fireworks Fund.
World/Nation Briefs July 14, 2012
Famed Afghan commander dies in suicide attack
BILL: Just say no to trapping
I am writing to voice my strong opposition to HJR-2, a constitutional amendment the Idaho Legislature is putting on the ballot this November, guaranteeing the rights of Idahoans to hunt, fish and trap. I hope many more Idahoans will join me in opposing HJR-2. While most are for the right to hunt and fish, trapping should not be a part of this amendment! It begs the question whether hunting, fishing and trapping were grouped together in this amendment so trapping would have a good chance of passing the ballot?
Crush '97 wins opener at state
NAMPA - Breana Burke pitched a three-hit shutout as the Coeur d'Alene Crush '97 beat the Idaho Sliders '98 of Boise 8-0 in their first game at the Idaho state ASA 14-and-under tournament Friday at Skyview High.
SCANTY: Life's a beach downtown
While enjoying a walk through downtown I was amazed at how many scantily dressed people I saw. Not just at the beach but all over downtown; crossing streets, walking around, sitting on benches with butts, bellies and “barely there bras” all on display.
Tigers top Orioles for 6th straight win
* AMERICAN LEAGUE
KCSD deputy dragged by fleeing suspect's car
Male allegedly had used stolen credit card, was driving stolen vehicle
COEUR d'ALENE - A Coeur d'Alene Tribe police officer was admitted to Kootenai Health Friday morning after injuring his arm trying to prevent a suspect from fleeing.
KNIVES: More veterans honored
On July 7, 2012, Washington State Army National Guard veterans who have served a minimum of one tour in Iraq, or Afghanistan, were presented with 41 Buck commemorative knives, for their honorable military war service.
Northern Quest Resort & Casino welcomes Clarkson, The Fray, Carolina Liar
SPOKANE - Global superstar Kelly Clarkson and Grammy Nominated The Fray join forces for the fourth show of the 2012 Pepsi Outdoor Summer Concert lineup at Northern Quest Resort & Casino on Sunday, July 22.
Records July 14, 2012
DIVORCE FILED
Silverwood's Aftershock wins Travel Channel award
Silverwood Theme Park's Aftershock roller coaster gained national recognition with Americans voting it as one of the top coasters in the U.S.
Bitten by the boat bug
Cd'A couple enjoy spending time on the water
SANDPOINT - The Classic Boat Show will draw people from all over the Northwest to the Sandpoint boardwalk today.
Seahawks release wideout Mike Williams
RENTON, Wash. (AP) - Mike Williams' career that was reignited with the Seattle Seahawks in 2010 came to an end Friday when he was suddenly cut by the Seahawks two weeks before the start of training camp.
SCHOOLS: Bond first, dress later
Mr. Purtee, I beg of you to stay focused on the upcoming bond election for the school district. Please don’t dilute the work that is being done within our community by introducing a mandatory dress code for the district. There are studies that show dress has an impact on schools and particularly inner city school such as Philadelphia however, Coeur d’Alene does not have those same issues. Our issue is health and safety for our children in the buildings.
Spirit Lake teen dies
Marksworth passes away at Sacred Heart after swimming accident
SPIRIT LAKE - A.J. Marksworth was pleasant to be around and enjoyed life to the fullest, acquaintances say.
Lopez follows Tyler off 'American Idol'
LOS ANGELES - Jennifer Lopez followed Steven Tyler's lead off "American Idol" on Friday, a one-two punch for a show on the brink of an adolescent identity crisis.
PF man drowns at Corbin Park
55-year-old latest victim in river's dangerous stretch
POST FALLS - A 55-year-old Post Falls man drowned while swimming in the Spokane River at Corbin Park on Friday night, becoming the latest victim in the dangerous stretch below the Post Falls Dam.
Car break-in reported
COEUR d'ALENE - Next time he hears a car alarm, a Post Falls man will likely investigate, because thieves, it seems, are in a hurry to get things done.
A three-week ordeal in the desert
Autistic man found in southern Utah
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) - The father of a 28-year-old autistic man who barely survived three weeks in remote southern Utah says his son was an experienced mountaineer but was out of his element in the harsh desert.
I-90 interchange work forces re-route of Centennial Trail
POST FALLS - Approximately 4,600 feet of the Centennial Trail will be relocated temporarily as part of the Interstate 90 Beck Road interchange project in Post Falls.
The Front Row with JASON ELLIOTT July 14, 2012
A lesson to be learned
Some people will never learn.
Historic skills at Old Mission this weekend
The Cataldo Mission is hosting the Historic Skills Fair for the 30th straight year on Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Post Falls beach, boat launch expected to open today
POST FALLS - Barring unforeseen circumstances, Avista Utilities plans to finish closing the gates of its Post Falls Dam this afternoon, which would result in the opening of the beach at Q'emiln Park and the adjacent boat launch.
FARRIS: Who he really is
Terrible things are found in that place filled with fear. For me, that place was in a 20-foot trailer parked on an abandoned mountain road as my brothers and I were huddled around a kerosene lantern praying to God that we would survive the bitter cold that night. Often times the only sense to be found when nothing seems clear is that God must be in control.
Athol teen hurt in pickup-bicycle collision
ATHOL - A 14-year-old boy was hospitalized after his bicycle was struck by a pickup truck Friday afternoon on State Highway 54 in Athol.
County replies to land use code critics
Some of a Republican group's concerns about Kootenai County's land use code are already going to be addressed, and some are off base, according to county officials and the consultant helping write the code.
Research murky on Asian carp invasion
HAVANA, Ill. - As scientists aboard a research boat activate an electric current, the calm Illinois River transforms into a roiling, silvery mass. Asian carp by the dozen hurtle from the water as if shot from a gun, soaring in graceful arcs before plunging beneath the surface with splashes resembling tiny geysers.
One last rodeo
Director Chris Holloway leaving North Idaho Fair after 14 years
COEUR d'ALENE - It's not any one thing Chris Holloway will miss when she steps away as North Idaho Fair director, it's everything - every detail down to each pig's blue ribbon.
OPINIONS: Don't forget some facts
Please educate yourselves before writing an opinion, an informed opinion holds much more clout than a rant. Living in the rightest and reddest state in America carries a lot of privileges and freedoms that I covet, it also bears resounding ignorance at times that makes me shameful of fellow man.
Northwest Notes July 14, 2012
Grove shoots 63, is one
From Germany to Post Falls
Band from associate city to perform tonight
POST FALLS - Post Falls will renew its relationship with its associate city of Herborn, Germany, tonight during a free concert by the Herborn Big Band at Q'emiln Park from 6-9 p.m.
ECONOMY: Just connect the dots
Tom Bassler’s letter referencing Cheryl Stransky’s campaign announcement raises the issue of Ground Force, a mining equipment manufacturer in Post Falls, and the forces that come into play to “create jobs.”
PF drowning victim's name released
The man who drowned Friday while swimming in the Spokane River at Corbin Park in Post Falls has been identified by the Kootenai County Sheriff's Office.
Legals July 14, 2012
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE Loan No.: 1100235241 T.S. No.: 12-00615-5 On September 28, 2012 11:00 AM, in the lobby of Pioneer Title Company of Kootenai County located at 100 Wallace Avenue, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814 in the County of Kootenai, State of Idaho, Fidelity National Title Insurance Company, as Trustee, on behalf of US Bank National Association, as Trustee for Structured Asset Securities Corporation Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2007-EQ1, the current Beneficiary, will sell at public auction, to the highest bidder, 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: LOT 12 AND THE NORTH 20 FEET OF LOT 11, BLOCK 1, BOOTHE ADDITION, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT RECORDED IN BOOK B OF PLATS, PAGE 69, RECORDS OF KOOTENAI COUNTY, IDAHO. 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: 1946 NORTH 8TH STREET , COEUR D ALENE, ID, is sometimes associated with said real property. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty regarding title, possession or encumbrance to satisfy the obligation secured by and pursuant to the power of sale conferred in the Deed of Trust executed by DAVID BAKER AND TERI BAKER, HUSBAND AND WIFE, as original grantor(s), to FIRST AMERICAN TITLE COMPANY INC, as original trustee, for the benefit and security of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC AS NOMINEE FOR EQUIFIRST CORPORATION, as original beneficiary, dated as of October 31, 2006, and recorded November 3, 2006, as Instrument No. 2064964000 in the Official Records of the Office of the Recorder of Kootenai County, Idaho. Please Note: 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 set forth herein. The current beneficiary is: US Bank National Association, as Trustee for Structured Asset Securities Corporation Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2007-EQ1, (the "Beneficiary"). Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining unpaid balance of the obligations secured by and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier's check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in the Idaho Financial Code and authorized to do business in Idaho, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the trustee. The default(s) for which this sale is to be made under Deed of Trust and Note dated October 31, 2006 are: Failed to pay the monthly payments of $982.12 due from September 1, 2011, together with all subsequent payments; together with late charges due; together with other fees and expenses incurred by the Beneficiary; The principal balance owing as of this date on the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust is $139,319.94, plus accrued interest at the rate of 6.00000% per annum from August 1, 2011. 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: May 24, 2012 Fidelity National Title Insurance Company, Trustee 11000 Olson Drive Ste 101, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670 916-636-0114 Tracye Prescott, Authorized signature SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ON LINE AT www.lpsasap.com FOR AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION please call 714-730-2727 A-4250634 06/30/2012, 07/07/2012, 07/14/2012, 07/21/2012 Legal 5683 June 30 July 7, 14, 21, 2012
Friday, July 13
Donald G. Zigler, 80
Donald G. Zigler, 80, of Hayden, went to be with the Lord on July 8, 2012. Donald was born on Jan. 9, 1932 in Tama, Iowa, the son of George and Edra (VanPelt) Zigler. He graduated from Tama High School. He married Elaine Kaisland and they had two daughters, Konnie and Jo Zigler. He and his wife later divorced.
'Spider-Man' swings into all-too-familiar territory
Ticket Stubs
Advertising for "The Amazing Spider-Man" heralds the reboot as "the untold story" of web-slinging teenager Peter Parker and his mysterious past. Don't be fooled.
Lums fall in opener
Penn St. probe accuses Paterno of cover-up
Todd R. Walker, 55
Todd, 55, passed away June 30, 2012, at home in Olympia. He was born November 12, 1955 in Minneapolis to Robert and Patricia Walker. As a youth, he lived in Costa Mesa, Calif., Spokane, and attended Mead High School in Mead, Wash., and graduated in 1974. He worked at Expo ’74 for the Folk Life Festival, and he also managed lights and sound for several local Spokane rock ‘n’ roll bands.
Test your budgetability
Because this is the time of year to preen your patriotic feathers, we thought we might just offer a quick civics quiz. Today's subject is federal spending, which you already know all about, right?
Gary Rasmussen, 75
Gary Enium Rasmussen, 75, of Coeur d’Alene, peacefully passed away July 9, 2012. He was born Oct. 1, 1936, in Libby, Mont., to Sigvard Andreas and Ora Edna (Prichard) Rasmussen.
Albert Richey, 91
Albert Richey, 91, of Dalton Gardens, passed away July 5, 2012, at Hospice of North Idaho in Hayden. Albert was the oldest of eight children. He was born to Thomas Albert and Blanche (Cole) Richey on May 23, 1921 in Roscoe, Mo. His family moved to Montana when he was very young. When World War II began, Albert enlisted in the Marines on Feb 22, 1942 and took part in the first landing on Guadalcanal with the 2nd Marine Division. He earned his Purple Heart there and was honorably discharged in October, 1945. Albert moved to Coeur d'Alene in 1955 and went to work at the Potlatch Rutledge Lumber Co. He held many jobs there and retired in 1984.
Andrew Campbell Fraser, 52
Andrew Campbell Fraser born in Oak Park, Ill., on June 25, 1960, passed away on July 3, 2012.
Ems edge Indians in 10
EDITORIAL: The rationale for rules
You guys SERIOUSLY crack me up.
Spirit Lake swim incident details revealed
Deputy: Group effort gave boy shot at surviving
The deputy who pulled a teen from the bottom of the mill pond of Spirit Lake on Wednesday afternoon said it took a group effort to give the boy a chance of surviving.
Jovi Preston, infant
Jovi Sloan Preston, of Post Falls, was born March 16, 2012, and went home to Jesus on July 10, 2012.
Funding an issue in Dobson Pass repairs
How to fund an estimated half-million in repairs has stalled the reopening of Dobson Pass.
Records July 13, 2012
Cd'A catches 'Fondo Fever'
Mass ride will take cyclists around Lake Cd'A
Jahan Ashtiani, 48
Jahan Ashtiani lives in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. He passed away on June 28, 2012, in Moose Creek, Lowell, Idaho. He was born on June 26, 1964 in Santa Barbara, Calif., to Kathleen and Jahangir Jamali.
Radar love
I'm a big fan of watching the weather radar, so I can get an indication if we'll be experiencing any wet weather anytime soon.
A day in a life documented
North Idaho native aims to compile pictures and videos of 24 hours in Lake City
WARMING: So far, it's a good thing
Interesting! I have read Jeff Bourget’s letter three times and did not find any suggested relationship between warming and man-caused conditions.
Betty Swatman, 78
Betty Jane Swatman, 78, passed away Saturday, July 7, 2012 at her home in Hayden. She was born Sept. 15, 1933, at Willamette, Ore., the daughter of William and Elizabeth Kammerer.
ROBERTS: Boosted Romney campaign
Justin StormoGipson has once again regurgitated the liberal talking points about BHO’s multibillion dollar TAX! He has attacked Congressman Labrador because of his position on the forced tax aka, Obamacare. I think he suffers from a severe cataract problem because he cannot see the forest through the trees! He has apparently kept his Oakland, Calif., mind-set similar to that of the OWS crowd.
James D. Brown, 70
Jim was born on May 9, 1942 to Duane Ivan Brown and Rita M. Asnicar, and raised in Lander, Wyoming. He was called to Heaven on Tuesday, July 3, 2012 in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho and died peacefully in his sleep from natural causes. He completed school in Lander and then joined the Navy as an electrician from 1960-1964. Jim was aboard the USS Picking during the Vietnam War and saw his share of action there. Upon his discharge from the military, he began his lifelong career in the field of telecommunications. He began as a cable splicer, in Nevada, then went on to an engineer, inspector, and Construction Supervisor in Idaho. He was privileged to work for Contel, GTE, and Matanuska Valley Communications, in Alaska, for almost 10 years. Jim was also part of a team that lived and worked in Hungary for three and a half years, designing and building a new telephone system for the Hungarian government. He thoroughly enjoyed both Hungary and Alaska, and made many friends in both places. While overseas, Jim had a chance to visit many other countries, but especially enjoyed seeing his ancestral home in Italy. It was there he met some of his cousins that he never knew. Such a highlight for him!
North Idaho Briefs July 13, 2012
Writers Corner for July 13, 2012
Lawmakers furious over Olympic unis made in China
M's consistently inconsistent
After frustrating first half of the season, Wedge still confident a turnaround is not far off
COUNTY: Play video game instead
This is a short and respectful letter to oppose the ULUC. It’s difficult for me to believe that our commissioners are so willing to take away owners’ personal property rights. The fact that the county even hired an outsider, Todd Messenger I believe, to come in and make these alarming changes is distressing and insulting. It’s our county, we are capable of making any changes to it ourselves and even more so because we live here. I don’t like my tax dollars being abused in this way.
Kimberly Ann Byrd, 54
Kimberly Ann Byrd, 54, went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, on July 7, 2012. Kimberly was born Feb. 14, 1958, to Daniel and Julia Byrd. Kimberly married Carl Keene in 1974 and they had two children, Samantha Jean and Carl Anthony.
World/Nation Briefs July 13, 2012
Raymond Martin, 48
Raymond Lee Martin, 48, passed away on July 7, 2012, doing what he loved best, cutting and hauling firewood for his family. He was born on Aug. 12,1963 in Rupert, Idaho, to James A. Martin and Sandra L. (Lee) Martin. He was the oldest of nine children growing up in central California and later in Sprague River, Ore. He married his first wife Kathy Lynn Waggoner and raised two children, Zachary Ray and Rachel Lynn, they later divorced after 11 years. After several years of being single, he then met his present wife Judith Lee Corsi in the spring of 2007, and they married on Sept. 27, 2008. They resided in Post Falls where he immediately began fixing up and making improvements to their home and acreage. Over the last five years he built his castle.
Celebrating 'Adventures in Odyssey' radio show
The radio show "Adventures in Odyssey" turns 25 this year and Focus on the Family is helping fans celebrate with fun festivities, including a contest that gives fans a chance to become an AIO character.
US impressive in exhibition rout
Griffin needs surgery, will miss Olympics
Morale hits new low for workers
Courthouse repairs in Bonner County dampen the mood
Grace Evelyn Guy, 91
Grace Evelyn Guy, 91, passed into eternal life on July 10, 2012, of natural causes at home surrounded by her loving family. Evelyn was born March 26, 1921, in Coeur d’Alene to Alva and Grace Jenks.
Harold J. Wint Sr., 94
Passed away July 11, 2012, in Post Falls. Harold was born Aug. 8, 1917, to George and Louise (Bolin) Wint in Moorehead, Minn. He was raised in Deer River, Minn.
Thousands fall victim to utility payment scam
Victims unwittingly helped spread scheme on social media sites
SCHOOLS: Thoughts behind nomination
There are five trustees. The board is obligated to vote on the chair position and others each July. Mr. Fredrickson has been board member, board vice chair and chairman.
Coyote a late-night visitor
Elusive creature wanders into Rathdrum home
Fewer auto closings cut unemployment claims
Number is expected to go back up in coming weeks
Stateline Speedway results July 13, 2012
A new purpose in my life
Five years ago this month, July 2007, my son Levi set off with some friends to float the river. By that evening, both our lives had changed forever ...
Timothy Fristoe, 32
Timothy Donald Fristoe, 32, of Post Falls, died suddenly Saturday, July 7, 2012, at Sacred Heart Medical Center in Spokane. He was born June 3, 1980, in Coeur d’Alene to Rick Fristoe and Janice (Gearing) Fristoe.
The Front Row with JIM LITKE July 13, 2012
JoePa loses benefit of the doubt
There is no benefit of the doubt any longer because, well, because there should no longer be any doubt.
Joesph Abate, MD
Joseph Abate, MD
Sheriff's office: Teen died this morning
The Kootenai County Sheriff's Office has just reported that 16-year-old A.J. Marksworth was pronounced dead at about 8:30 this morning in a Spokane hospital. A.J., of Spirit Lake, had been swimming with a friend in the Spirit Lake mill pond Wednesday afternoon when he went under in about 8-foot deep water. Rescuers pulled him out after about 15 minutes, and he had been in critical condition at Sacred Heart Medical Center until this morning.
Teen pulled from water in Spirit Lake dies
The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office reports that the 16-year-old drowning victim, August J. (A.J.) Marksworth, died about 8:30 this morning at Sacred Heart Medical Center.
A new purpose in life
Five years ago this month, July 2007, my son Levi set off with some friends to float the river. By that evening, both our lives had changed forever ...
Sagle wildlife rescue helps injured deer, elk
COEUR d’ALENE — They’re loved by hunters and wildlife enthusiasts, but what else do deer, elk and moose have in common?
More on McEuen meeting
On June 28, Team McEuen presented their current plans. The article in The Press on that presentation appeared on June 29. That article did not report many things (probably due to time and space constraints) that the general public would be quite interested in knowing. What follows comes from extensive notes taken a little over a week ago today, complete with some exact quotes:
Legals July 13, 2012
File No.: 140654 / IHFA No. 11233087/Watts NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE On Tuesday, October 16, 2012 at the hour of 10:30AM, of said day, in the office of Alliance Title & Escrow Corp. located at 1270 Northwood Center Court, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814, Alliance Title & Escrow Corp., as successor trustee, will sell at public auction, to the highest bidder, for cash, cashiers check, certified check or tellers check, (from a bank which has a branch in the community at the site of the sale), money order, State of Idaho check or local government check, or cash equivalent in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the same time of sale, the following described real property, situated in the County of Kootenai, State of Idaho, and described as follows, to wit: Lot 1, Block 1, Copper Valley Ranch, according to the plat recorded in Book "G" of Plats at Page 261, records of Kootenai County, Idaho. THE TRUSTEE HAS NO KNOWLEDGE OF A MORE PARTICULAR DESCRIPTION OF THE ABOVE-DESCRIBED REAL PROPERTY, BUT FOR PURPOSES OF COMPLIANCE WITH IDAHO CODE, SECTION 60-113, THE TRUSTEE HAS BEEN INFORMED THAT THE STREET ADDRESS OF: 7004 W. Tombstone Street, Rathdrum, ID \u202083858, MAY SOMETIMES BE ASSOCIATED WITH SAID REAL PROPERTY. If the successful bidder cannot provide the bid price by means of one of the above means of payment, the sale will be postponed for 10 minutes only to allow the high bidder to obtain payment in a form prescribed herein above. \u2020If the high bidder is unsuccessful in obtaining payment as directed within 10 minutes, the sale will be re-held immediately and any bid by the high bidder from the previous sale, will be rejected, all in accordance with Idaho Code 45-1502 et. Sec. 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 Matthew P. Watts and Shaney R. Watts, husband and wife, as Grantor to Alliance Title & Escrow Corp., as Successor Trustee, for the benefit and security of Idaho Housing and Finance Association as Successor Beneficiary, recorded June 20, 2008 as Instrument No. 2165148000, Mortgage records of Kootenai County, Idaho. \u2020THE 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 this sale is to be made is failure to: Make principal and interest payments as set forth on said Deed of Trust and Promissory Note. \u2020The original loan amount was $157,142.00 together with interest thereon at the rate of 5.5100% per annum, as evidenced in Promissory Note dated June 17, 2008. \u2020Payments are in default for the months of January 2012 through and including June 2012 in the amount of $1,071.00 per month and continuing each and every month thereafter until date of sale or reinstatement. \u2020The principal balance as of June 8, 2012 is $149,416.59 together with accrued and accruing interest thereon at the rate of 5.5100% per annum. \u2020In addition to the above, there is also due any late charges, advances, attorney fees, fees or costs associated with this foreclosure. The balance owing as of this date on the obligation secured by said deed of trust is $149,416.59, excluding interest, costs and expenses actually incurred in enforcing the obligations thereunder or in this sale, as trustee's fees and/or reasonable attorney's fees as authorized in the promissory note secured by the aforementioned Deed of Trust. Dated: June 14, 2012 Alliance Title & Escrow Corp. By: Bobbi Oldfield, Trust Officer Phone: 208-947-1553 This communication is on behalf of a debt collector and is an attempt to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Legal 5644 June 22, 29 July 6, 13, 2012
Thursday, July 12
Northwest Notes, July 12, 2012
Cowan named to
Deputy rear-ends car, causes pileup after fireworks show
COEUR d'ALENE - A Kootenai County sheriff's deputy working on the Fourth of July rear-ended a vehicle in traffic following the fireworks show, causing a five-car pileup on U.S. 95.
Blazers want to keep Batum
Portland Trail Blazers general manager Neil Olshey says the team will match any offers for French swingman Nicolas Batum.
Teacher wins Really Big Raffle house
None of top five prize winners were in attendance
COEUR d'ALENE - Debbi Hahn's little white lie turned into a windfall beyond her wildest expectations.
Water, water everywhere
BONNERS FERRY - Flooding has not been this bad since before the Libby Dam was built in 1974.
Going-to-the-Sun Road alpine section construction to be completed by end of year
Glacier National Park expects construction work on the alpine section of the Going-to-the-Sun Road will be completed by the end of this year - a full year earlier than what park officials projected a month ago.
Spirit Lake teens rescued
Deputy pulled one boy from mill pond area
SPIRIT LAKE - Two Spirit Lake teen boys were transported to hospitals late Wednesday afternoon after a possible drowning was reported in the mill pond area of Spirit Lake.
Crosby re-appointed to Idaho Bond Bank Authority
POST FALLS - Len Crosby, vice president of Community 1st Bank in Post Falls, has been re-appointed by Gov. Butch Otter to the Idaho Bond Bank Authority.
Osprey Cruise attracts about 110
Guests watched as Dr. Wayne Melquistbanded chicks as part of the program
The 13th annual Osprey Cruise on Lake Coeur d'Alene attracted about 110 people on Saturday.
Local firefighters keep busy
Crews have been dispatched to fight blazes all over the West
While the fire season hasn't been dramatic in North Idaho, many local firefighters and specialists have still been in the thick of summer catastrophe.
North Idaho Briefs July 12, 2012
Developers can obtain new tax exemption
Timothy Fristoe, 32
Timothy Donald Fristoe, 32, of Post Falls, died suddenly Saturday, July 7, 2012, at Sacred Heart Medical Center in Spokane. He was born June 3, 1980, in Coeur d’Alene to Rick Fristoe and Janice (Gearing) Fristoe.
Paterno, in letter, defended Penn St. football
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) - Former Penn State football coach Joe Paterno defended his program's integrity in a 7-month-old letter released Wednesday, a day ahead of a report that could forever mar his legacy.
(Fly) Ties that bind
Houks land big fish on Hauser Lake, ready for Big One Derby next
COEUR d'ALENE - On her son's birthday, Susan Houk landed the biggest fish of her life - and a great gift, too.
An elegant evening awaits
Just 80 tickets remain for July 24 Boys and Girls Club fundraiser
If you'd like to invest in Kootenai County's future, enjoy an elegant summer evening on Lake Coeur d'Alene or even hit golf balls onto a floating green from one of the most scenic properties around, you better act fast.
Phones Plus plans new Post Falls site off I-90 Rathdrum's community star
Building to house 6,000 square feet, have electronic screen outside
POST FALLS - Phones Plus, a Verizon retailer, plans to open a 6,000-square foot building on Seltice Way at the Highway 41 interchange off Interstate 90 in Post Falls at the end of November.
Blue-green algae poses a problem
Health advisory issued for Fernan Lake
FERNAN LAKE - As Larry Castro navigated his boat Wednesday toward the ramp on the west end of Fernan Lake, he had one comment:
Trade talk should heat up in second half
There was a public outcry when R.A. Dickey did not start the All-Star game, a journeyman for the Chicago White Sox threw a perfect game and the Pittsburgh Pirates of all teams were in first place as the first half of the baseball season drew to a close.
Northern pike a big draw at Lake Cd'A
Fish Tips
Northern pike are a big draw at Lake Coeur d'Alene these days, said Jordan Smith with Fins and Feathers Tackle Shop and Guide Service.
Man searching for lost wedding ring
SANDPOINT - While most people were preparing for fireworks and barbecues July 4, Matthew Marciniak was on a more personal mission.
Darvish variety to Dickey mastery for same results
Hall of Fame pitcher Nolan Ryan had a blazing fastball, the first ever clocked at 100 mph, during 27 seasons that included 5,714 strikeouts and seven no-hitters. Mariano Rivera has used a devastating, bat-cracking cutter for a record 608 saves to be part of five World Series championships with the New York Yankees.
THE FRONT ROW with Mark Nelke July 12, 2012
Passing of 'Big Dad' quite a big loss in Coeur d'Alene
Greg Stern was coached by Gary Rasmussen in football.
Indians held to four hits in loss to Eugene
SPOKANE - Six Eugene Emerald pitchers combined to four-hit the Spokane Indians in a 4-1 win in Northwest League baseball Wednesday night in front of 3,960 at Avista Stadium.
Here's an all-American reading list
Atticus Finch was my hero. The lawyer I wanted to be, the perfect father, a strong man of quiet character who, when angry, refrained from emotional outbursts and instead put all his energy into effecting change, starting with one man's life.
Free summer concert at Riverstone tonight
Country music is on tap tonight at Riverstone Park.
Mont. commission OKs new wolf hunt rules
HELENA, Mont. (AP) — Montana wildlife commissioners approved new wolf hunting rules Thursday that allow trapping and the killing of up to three of the predators by one trapper.
Would you like a mocha with that casket?
EASLEY, S.C. (AP) — A funeral home in northwestern South Carolina will be offering what it calls the Starbucks experience to those needing comfort, or just a cup of coffee.
Idaho to host nation's top education leaders
BOISE – Idaho will host the nation’s top education leaders next week as the Council of Chief State School Officers (CCSSO) kicks off its Summer Institute on Saturday evening in Coeur d’Alene.
Wondering why ITD seal coats highways?
Every summer, particularly mid- to late-summer, seal coats and chip seals abound throughout the state. The Idaho Transportation Department reports that the practice always prompts many questions.
Injury crash shuts down U.S. 95 for 2 hours
A Post Falls man was injured and southbound U.S. 95 was blocked for two hours this morning when his vehicle collided with a tractor-trailer at the intersection of U.S. 95 and State Highway 53.
Update: Near drowning victim's condition critical
The Kootenai County Sheriff's Office issued the following statement this morning that includes the injured victims' names and their conditions. One is in critical condition at a Spokane hospital; the other was treated and released from Kootenai Medical Center.
Wednesday, July 11
Registration deadline nears for Long Bridge Swim
SANDPOINT - More than 350 swimmers from the Western U.S. and Canada have already signed up to "take the challenge and take the plunge," as the 18th annual Long Bridge Swim is fast approaching.
Two injured during crash
Two Kootenai County men were injured during a truck crash in Whitman County, Wash., on Tuesday morning and flown to Sacred Heart Medical Center in Spokane via Medstar helicopter for treatment.
Trends and blends
Within the last couple of weeks I had the opportunity to have lunch with Cary Daste. Cary is one of my favorite people in the wine business and the consummate "pro" with many years of experience in an industry that knows plenty of ups and downs. Cary now has his own wine brokerage business from which he represents a number of wineries in the Northwest. While the lunch was planned as an opportunity to taste through the fabulous blends from Brian Carter Cellars, as frequently happens when old friends get together to chat the conversation also covered some of the trends in the wine industry as well.
Mullan tavern closure blamed on mine shutdown
Smoke Shop Tavern closed its doors nearly six months after mine production halted due to repairs
MULLAN - The closing of the Lucky Friday mine in January of this year sent shockwaves across the Silver Valley. Hundreds of local miners were forced out of work, leaving the money they would spend at local establishments dried up.
A heart that helped others
Fristoe made the most of transplant; fundraisers set to help wife, daughter
No matter the situation, Tim Fristoe had a way of bringing on smiles.
Ready to ride
Event to honor Medal of Honor recipients
Pappy Boyington's Marine Corps League Detachment 966 is planning a motorcycle rally on Saturday, July 21 to honor Northern Idaho Medal of Honor recipients.
Reunions, generosity, American spirit
It's that time of year when classmates reunite to mark the decades since graduation. I encourage everyone who's able to attend yours, especially those of you who still live in the area. Often the locals take a pass thinking that they see many classmates regularly but there are just as many who are traveling back to their hometown in hopes of reconnecting for a weekend. So if you haven't already signed on for your reunion, do it! And to those of you who've taken on the sometimes thankless job of organizing ... kudos. CHS '70 has celebrated four reunions with our ASB president of yesteryear, Tim Shepperd, at the helm. Big job for sure.
Richard Barrett, 84
Our Hero, Richard T. Barrett, 84, passed away at the Life Care Center in Post Falls on July 5, 2012, surrounded by his loving family.
Anonymous no longer
Judge: Newspaper must provide information leading to identity of blog commenter
COEUR d'ALENE - A judge on Tuesday ruled that the Spokesman-Review must give a local Republican leader information that could lead to the identity of an anonymous commenter who posted to one of the newspaper's blogs.
Enjoy egg casserole for breakfast
This last week was filled with spending time with friends and family, barbecuing, and soaking up the sun. Many were probably shocked when the heat hit the mid-90s after being cold for so long this spring. My husband spent the better part of one day driving from store to store looking for a small AC unit we could put in our bedroom window. Although the house is comfortably cool, I still like to get up early in the morning and enjoy a hot cup of coffee and some breakfast outside before the temperature becomes unbearable.
Fredrickson resigns from school board
COEUR d'ALENE - Sid Fredrickson, chair of the Coeur d'Alene school board, resigned Monday during the board's annual organizational meeting. Fredrickson made the announcement following a vote that removed him from any leadership role on the board.
Movers and Shakers July 11, 2012
Mullen joining Kootenai Health, moving his practice
Melky drives Giant rout
San Francisco slugger named MVP after 2-run HR helps NL beat AL for 3rd straight year
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Melky Cabrera and Pablo Sandoval sent the National League to a big early lead. Matt Cain and the rest of an imposing pitching staff finished off a Giant blowout in the All-Star game.
The Brain: When our wiring goes haywire
Doctor of Oriental Medicine
There are an increasing number of neurological disorders surfacing perpetually. What makes this "wiring" in our body go haywire?
Indicators are ...
Economic data provided on website could help area businesses
COEUR d'ALENE - D. Patrick Jones had some good news and some bad about Kootenai County's economy, and more still that was open to perspective.
Higher ed loses a leader
Two Hammonds bowing out in one year? That's a blow to the state of Idaho.
Fitting solution for a smelly situation
Seized drug money to be used to ventilate evidence room
COEUR d'ALENE - The joke goes, officers suddenly get hungry around 4 in the afternoon.
Hornets to the rescue
Man believes tiny insects saved car from being stolen or burglarized
RATHDRUM - The Green Hornet is known as a crime fighter.
Knitting with Pima Cotton and summertime make the perfect pair
Alpaca Direct employees and customers love summertime. We get to switch gears from all of our winter knitting and crochet projects and pull out the easy, breezy yarns and patterns.
The Front Row with JASON ELLIOTT July 11, 2012
Time to get back to work
It has to end at some point.
Metcalf shines as Prairie, Lewis-Clark split
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At college/in the pros July 11, 2012
Kaleb DeHaas
GOP asks commissioners for change
COEUR d'ALENE - Following emphatic discussion on Tuesday evening, the Kootenai County Republican Central Committee approved a resolution decrying the county's drafting of new development ordinances and calling on the commissioners for change.
Ex-Sonic Lewis latest to join champion Heat
Rashard Lewis has decided to join the Miami Heat, becoming yet another shooting option for the reigning NBA champions.
BILLING: It's OK to copy payer
There is another, simple solution to the college billing dilema that you and Mr. Armon write about. Mr. Armon states: “…once the student reaches the age of 18, they are an adult, and even though you may be paying the tuition bill, all information will only be released to the student.” A privacy waiver, that the student signs when s/he registers for classes, can give the bursar’s office permission to send a copy of all email bills to the person who is paying them.
Global warming tied to risk of weather extremes
NEW YORK - Last year brought a record heat wave to Texas, massive floods in Bangkok and an unusually warm November in England. How much has global warming boosted the chances of events like that?
RULING: A sign of dictatorship
An open letter to all senior citizens and all others, start making your funeral arrangements now as the nine stupid idiots of the Supreme Court have upheld the Obama Senior Citizen Genocide Bill. Insurance companies have already started to turn down certain procedures and doctors can be fined if they treat you whether you have insurance or not.
DEFENSE: Keep it strong, America
America’s air superiority is in jeopardy? Our overall national defense is in jeopardy? It is starting to look that way.
World/Nation Briefs July 11, 2012
Egypt's president flexes power but yields to caution
Targeted interventions for reading disabilities
As many as 20 percent of children struggle with a reading disability (RD). In fact, children with RD account for 80 percent of the children with learning disabilities. Considering the number of children that are affected, there is a considerable amount of research done to understand RD and interventions for remediation. Given the current research, the National Association of School Psychologists characterizes RD as neurological based disability, meaning that the deficits in reading stem from different brain wiring. While RD is characterized by neurological deficits, it is important to note that children with RD are smart, capable children whose brains are simply wired to learn differently. This unique wiring makes reading difficult but other tasks easier. Struggling to read is not a matter of intelligence.
Friends ... and foes
Pain from NBA finals remains for Durant with James around
LAS VEGAS - Kevin Durant can't hide from the hurt this summer.
WOLVES: Learn first, then decide
I can’t believe that the wolves aren’t getting a reprieve at all from hunters this year. How sad for the state of Idaho. I have lived in Idaho for almost 15 years now, it is one of the most beautiful states in the union. But I do not agree at all with what is called “wolf management.”
Bannister carries Olympic torch on fabled track
58 years ago, he ran first 4-minute mile in history
OXFORD, England - Roger Bannister returned to the track where he broke the 4-minute barrier for the mile 58 years ago, walking slowly but smiling broadly as he carried the Olympic torch across the finish line Tuesday just 17 days before the start of the London Games.
PRESS: Photo 'condones' crime
The front page of the July 5 Press had many photos of the local Fourth of July activities. Among these there is one photo of a man’s silhouette on a rooftop against a firework background. The caption to this picture indicated he was at a neighborhood fireworks show in Coeur d’Alene.
Gardening time in July
Food for Thought
I do not believe it happened. The weather prognosticator predicts 97 degrees and sunny for this second Sunday of July. Finally, summer has arrived. I wake early knowing the lawn needs mowing and the garden requires tending. Excited at the prospect of a warm summer day, I dress and am outside by 6 a.m. Understanding my neighbors might not appreciate the sound of a mower engine during their slumber, I focus my attention on the garden.
Physical therapy is not just for injuries
When people hear about physical therapy many tend to think it is only for the disabled or people with different types of injuries. Physical therapy has developed and extends beyond hospitals and rehabilitation centers. Still many people are unaware of the ways that physical therapy can help them achieve overall wellness and maintain it to improve longevity and a high quality of life. In short, physical therapy gets you out of chronic pain and improves your ability to enjoy the activities that you love to do.
States seek federal help fighting mussel scourge
BOISE - Regional energy planners for four Western states are asking Congress for help building a stronger line of defense against what some officials call an unfolding environmental disaster - an invasive mussel that is clogging Colorado River reservoirs like Lake Mead outside Las Vegas after ravaging the Great Lakes region.
Home Helpers receives Home Care Pulse Certification
Home Helpers today announced that it has completed and received its Home Care Pulse Certification. A certification program dedicated to the measurement of client and employee satisfaction scores, Home Helpers is now officially certified in home care quality.
A coach for your body
I guess it's all the same really wherever you go in the world. We all continue to struggle to make time for our health. Whether it is our physical health or emotional health, it is all the same. You can try to tuck it away and then it comes up to the top without warning. Remember one always affects the other. So what are we suppose to do about it?
Northwest Notes July 11, 2012
Rathdrum to host
ADD/ADHD and Focus
I have been writing on this topic extensively here in The Press because the questions just keep rolling in about the Spoelstra Family Chiropractic program called Focus.
HEALTH: Save us from the 'insured'
I find myself agreeing in some ways with Harley Duff’s letter to the editor on July 6. Yes, Harley, I wish Idaho had a helmet law to protect people from themselves. I additionally believe that hunters should wear international orange. Both may happen some day I hope. If I talk to state legislators, I usually mention those things.
NYC rally against proposed super-sized drinks ban
Healthy Lifestyles
NEW YORK - New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg says that if New Yorkers want to kill themselves with sugar - that's their right.
Groene hearing scheduled
COEUR d'ALENE - A court hearing for a family member accused of mismanaging a donation bank account opened to benefit Shasta and Dylan Groene is scheduled for 8 a.m. Friday, Aug. 10.
LCDC: A scoop of cold criticism
Attention Locals and Tourists: If you want to have fun with your young ones get some ice cream at Cold Stone down at Riverstone. Then walk around the area and count how many light bulbs are burned out. Thanks to LCDC for the unkempt and vacant investment of our tax dollars.
CHOICES: How to define 'slackers'
I can’t help but notice a truly refreshing take on personal responsibility coming from liberals these days. For the first time people who support Obama are singing the praises of forcing people to be accountable for their own bad choices. We can justify penalizing people who cannot afford insurance because, we as a society, are just sick and tired of the intelligent and insured having to pay higher rates for uninsured slackers showing up in emergency rooms. OK, gotcha.
Roy Satchwell, 87
Satchwell, Roy C, age 87. Beloved father, grandfather, uncle and friend went home on July 9, 2012.
Possible drowning at Spirit Lake
A Kootenai County sheriff's deputy pulled a teen boy from beneath the water at the mill pond area of Spirit Lake a short time ago.
Report: Public lands support 15,000 jobs
Public lands, recreation, tourism and energy development contributed $1.54 billion to Idaho’s economy last year.
Parade winners
Winners of the Coeur d’Alene Fourth of July parade were:
Poll: Most don't want to put down their guns
The idea of restricting gun use on public lands when conditions create a high risk of fire doesn’t sit well with most Press readers.
Drones are popping up everywhere
Look. Up in the sky. It’s a bird. It’s a plane. It’s Superman. No … it’s a drone?
Health advisory issued for Fernan Lake
A health advisory was issued today for Fernan Lake by the Panhandle Health District and the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality. Water samples confirmed the presence of blue-green algae that can produce toxins harmful to humans and animals.
Slap to Obama: House votes to kill health law
WASHINGTON (AP) — Pressing an election-year point, Republicans pushed yet another bill through the House on Wednesday to repeal the nation's two-year-old health care law, a maneuver that forced Democrats to choose between President Barack Obama's signature domestic achievement and a public that is persistently skeptical of its value.
LeFavour says Idaho teachers still support her
Less than a week after the Idaho Education Association's Political Action Committee endorsed Republican Rep. Mike Simpson's re-election bid, Democratic challenger Nicole LeFavour trumpeted what she called "an outpouring of support from teachers around the state."
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Coeur d'Alene crustacean
A crayfish, measuring approximately 10 inches in length, from tail to claw, rests in a shallow pool of lake water as Hayden Cash, 9, sits nearby. The boy found the crustacean while playing with friends Tuesday in Lake Coeur d'Alene. (PRESS photo/SHAWN GUST)
Border Patrol shutters 6 stations in Texas
EL PASO (AP) — A spokesman for the Border Patrol says it is shutting down nine stations, six of them in Texas, and plans to relocate the 41 agents who work at those outposts to positions nearer the borders.
States want fed's help fighting mussels
BOISE (AP) — Regional energy planners for four Western states are asking Congress for help building a stronger line of defense against what some officials call an unfolding environmental disaster — an invasive mussel that is clogging Colorado River reservoirs like Lake Mead outside Las Vegas after ravaging the Great Lakes region.
Mont. wildfire grows along Idaho border
HAMILTON – Firefighters chased three new lightning starts on the Bitterroot National Forest on Tuesday, while the Chrandal Creek fire southwest of Darby grew from 90 to 1,000 acres overnight.
Cd'A police officers union endorses Foster
The Coeur d’Alene Police Officers Association announced its endorsement of Bob Foster for Kootenai County Sheriff.
Wonderful wet fur
A chocolate lab celebrates the dog days of summer splashing in the Spokane River at Post Falls' Corbin Park this week. (Photo/KERRI THORESON)
NIC's house raffle sells out; drawing tonight
The North Idaho College Foundation’s Really BIG Raffle has sold out with the help of supporters of the fundraiser who came forward close to the drawing date to purchase the last of the raffle’s 5,000 tickets. The final ticket was sold Tuesday evening.
Legals July 11, 2012
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE On Thursday, the 11th day of October, 2012, 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, Ryan M. 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 12, BLOCK 2, GREENSIDE VISTAS, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT RECORDED IN BOOK J OF PLATS, PAGE 310, 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 3921 N. Maxfli Ln., 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 KELLY J. RADA, a Married Man, as his sole and separate property, Grantor, to Ryan M. Fawcett, Successor Trustee, for the benefit and security of IDAHO HOUSING AND FINANCE ASSOCIATION, recorded October 10, 2007, as Instrument No. 2125934000, 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 HE IS, OR IS 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 October 5, 2007, in the amount of $1,418.00 each, for the months of December, 2011 through May, 2012, 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 6.41% per annum from November 1, 2011. The principal balance owing as of this date on the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust is $189,909.24, plus accrued interest at the rate of 6.41% per annum from November 1, 2011. DATED This 12th day of June, 2012. RYAN M. FAWCETT, a Member of the Idaho State Bar, SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE Legal 5619 June 20, 29 July 4, 11, 2012
Tuesday, July 10
Chip shots July 10, 2012
• HOLE IN ONE
County bailiff pleads guilty to child sex abuse charge
COEUR d'ALENE - A Kootenai County courtroom bailiff pleaded guilty Monday to felony sexual abuse of a 14-year-old girl, while four other related charges were dismissed.
Dust Devils hold off Spokane
PASCO, Wash. - Rosell Herrera's sacrifice fly in the fifth gave Tri-City a lead it wouldn't relinquish as the Dust Devils held off the Spokane Indians 4-3 in Northwest League play before 1,577 at Gesa Stadium on Monday night.
Driver safety classes to be held at PF Senior Center
POST FALLS - The Post Falls Senior Center will host AARP driver safety classes this month.
Vietnam vet survey deadline extended
More than 50 surveys have been completed
The deadline for a North Idaho survey of Vietnam veterans aimed at increasing awareness about those who were exposed to the Agent Orange herbicide has been extended to July 31.
New law gives U.S. companies a break on pensions
Changes raise concerns about weakening the plans Americans count on for retirement
WASHINGTON - A new law will let companies contribute billions of dollars less to their workers' pension funds, raising concerns about weakening the plans that millions of Americans count on for retirement.
LOCAL BASEBALL ROUNDUP: Lums sweep Cardinals
• AMERICAN LEGION
Adams sells Allstate Insurance business
Cd'A City councilman contracts with Avalanche
COEUR d'ALENE - Coeur d'Alene City Councilman Steve Adams sold his Allstate Insurance business.
Obama seeks to shift election toward tax debate
WASHINGTON - Facing sagging jobs numbers, President Barack Obama sought to recast the November election as a fight over tax fairness on Monday, urging tax cut extensions for all families earning less than $250,000 but denying them to households making more than that.
Firefighter admits to lewd conduct
Billy E. Miller Jr. faces up to life in prison
COEUR d'ALENE - A 38-year-old North Idaho firefighter pleaded guilty Monday to having sex with a junior-high age girl in 2009 and 2010.
Movers and Shakers July 10, 2012
Gamma Phi Beta Sorority elects Hansen to education VP position
Summer bond tours to start
COEUR d'ALENE - As part of the Coeur d'Alene School District's efforts to have the community "see for themselves" the condition of schools, Saturday will be the first of a series of five school tours held this summer.
Spidey swings back to action with $140M launch
LOS ANGELES - Your new friendly neighborhood Spider-Man has spun himself a $65 million opening weekend and $140 million in his first six days at U.S. theaters.
Mental hold facility work continues
Local cities, counties have committed funds to proposed project
Kootenai County is closer to creating a regional mental hold facility, with a building selected for lease and funding committed by local governments.
Panel: No go on cash flow
But City Council likely to vote on McEuen finance plan anyway
COEUR d'ALENE - The fine print behind financing McEuen Field is set to go to the Coeur d'Alene City Council.
North Idaho Briefs July 10, 2012
Truck hits tree, rolls into river
World/Nation Briefs July 10, 2012
Romney, GOP outraise Obama by millions
Heritage Wings set to land
Aviation enthusiasts, mark your calendars. It's time for a fly-in.
Jelly belly not worth the risks
I'll never forget its yellow, gummy texture. My legal medicine professor required us to view forensic autopsies - not exactly on my bucket list, but I'm glad I did. Each time I eye the Reese's at Super 1, I think of how the otherwise well-proportioned, 45-year-old man's thick layers of belly fat jiggled under the medical examiner's gloved fingers as she tried to find his organs.
Cause of death finally revealed
Coroner: Ruptured artery in neck caused death in Plummer homicide
A 39-year-old man found dead May 18 inside a Plummer trailer home died as a result of a blunt-force impact to his head that ruptured an artery in his neck, the Benewah County coroner said Monday.
Video: Fredrickson's resignation
Sid Fredrickson's resignation from the School District 271 Board of Trustees can be viewed in the following YouTube video clip from CDATV Channel 19.
'Obamacare' requires further study, planning
Like nearly everyone else, I was surprised by the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling on the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, or Obamacare.
Wash. crash injures two
Two Kootenai County men were injured during a truck crash in Whitman County, Wash., on Tuesday morning and flown to Sacred Heart Medical Center via Medstar helicopter for treatment.
Firefighters gain ground but struggle in Idaho
BOISE (AP) — Firefighters gained ground on a number of wildfires across the West but struggled in southern Idaho, where winds fanned a fast-moving blaze across nearly 300 square miles of sagebrush and dry grass, authorities said Monday.
Seasonal firefighters seek health care coverage
DENVER (AP) — They work the front lines of the nation's most explosive wildfires, navigating treacherous terrain, dense walls of smoke and tall curtains of flame. Yet thousands of the nation's seasonal firefighters have no health insurance for themselves or their families.
PF man caught in Nevada drug bust
A Post Falls man was arrested last week in a drug ring bust in Mesquite, Nevada.
Hot pink
CDAPress.com reader Melissa Sauter took these photos of a lone petunia showing off its resilience Monday as it blooms through a crack in the hot asphalt in a business parking lot along Government Way in Hayden.
Lanes to be closed tonight on I-90
Motorists will experience lane closures tonight on Interstate 90, at the site of the Beck Road interchange construction project in Post Falls, the Idaho Transportation Department announced.
Fugitive of the week
The North Idaho Violent Crimes Task Force is seeking information leading to the apprehension of Thomas Duncan Seeley.
Golden sky
As the sun set Monday over Coeur d'Alene, Don Sausser captured this image of the clouds being spun into gold by the day's last rays.
Monday, July 9
Devils Lake continues to 'gobble up' homes and farms
Weather Gems
We've already exceeded our normal rainfall for an entire year in Coeur d'Alene nearly six full months ahead of schedule.
Haggling continues over private property rights
Kootenai republican group calls special meeting for Tuesday
Concern is still running high of threatened property rights in Kootenai County's rewrite of its building and development laws.
Wild pitch leads Tri-City over Indians
Feeling ... Hot, hot hot!
Recent heat wave has summer business sizzling
It had been a cool summer through June, but since the Fourth and especially this weekend it was hot. And so was business for many North Idaho businesses.
Warrants July 9, 2012
Shine keep playoff hopes alive
Lumberjacks edge Lakers
LITTLE LEAGUE: Courtney delivers game-winner
Shock lose to Soul
Celebrate Parks Day Saturday
The 5th Annual Parks Day Celebration happens on Saturday. It will begin at 9 a.m. with a free pancake breakfast at Phippeny Park, 831 N. 8th St., cooked by the Panhandle Kiwanis.
'Something fabulous, something soothing'
15th annual garden tour set for Sunday
At first, Ann Brueggemann dismissed the idea that her expansive Coeur d'Alene garden had been influenced by living abroad with her husband Dennis.
Another Cd'A school trustee calls it quits
Sid Fredrickson, the chair of the Coeur d'Alene school board, resigned earlier this evening during the board's annual organizational meeting.
Teachers union backs Simpson amid fight
TWIN FALLS, Idaho (AP) — The Idaho Education Association's political fundraising arm endorsed Republican U.S. Rep. Mike Simpson in his 2012 election against Democrat Nicole LeFavour.
NIC summer volleyball camps still accepting players
There are still spots left for players interested in North Idaho College volleyball camps this summer for grades 5 through 12 at NIC’s Christianson Gym. The camps will be taught by NIC volleyball coaches and players.
Sheriff's warrants roundup
Truck goes into Cd'A River
Injured driver swims to safety
AG: Beware of cash card lottery scam
Attorney General Lawrence Wasden today warned Idahoans that lottery and sweepstakes scams have taken on a new format that sounds safe, but isn’t, and can lead to continued financial losses.
City, LCDC to consider McEuen agreement
COEUR d’ALENE — The city of Coeur d’Alene and Lake City Development Corp. will enter into a contractual agreement to ensure both parties are on the same page before work begins on the McEuen Field project.
Park festivals planned in Cd'A
The fifth annual Parks Day celebration takes place this weekend in Coeur d'Alene.
Weeping willow
Press reader, Henry Makovec, sent us this image that shows the heavy toll the recent rain took on a willow tree.
Editorial: Little violinist, big heart
Rules are rules, and everybody must abide by them. Make an exception and you’re opening the door to anarchy.
Ride for Roy
Florida man completes 1,400-mile bike trek in memory of good friend from Hayden
Editorial: Test your budgetabilty
Because this is a week to preen your patriotic feathers, we thought we might just offer a quick civics quiz. Today's subject is federal spending, which you already know all about, right?
Legals July 9, 2012
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE Trustee's Sale No. 02-FSL-118060 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, ALLIANCE TITLE & ESCROW CORP., the duly appointed Successor Trustee, will on October 12, 2012, 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: LOT 12, BLOCK 2, THE LANDINGS AT WATERFORD SECOND ADDITION, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT RECORDED IN BOOK 'J' OF PLATS, PAGE 220, RECORDS OF KOOTENAI COUNTY, IDAHO. 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 7385 NORTH BEDFORD LANE, COEUR D' ALENE, ID 83815, 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 SHARON SUNQUIST, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN AND SHAUNA SUNQUIST, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN, as Grantor, to NORTH IDAHO TITLE, as Trustee, for the benefit and security of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR AMERICAN STERLING BANK, as Beneficiary, dated 10/4/2006, recorded 10/17/2006, under Instrument No. 2061629000, Mortgage records of KOOTENAI County, IDAHO, the beneficial interest in which is presently held by The Bank of New York Mellon FKA The Bank of New York, as Trustee for the certificateholders of the CWABS, Inc., ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-25. 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 10/4/2006, THE MONTHLY PAYMENT WHICH BECAME DUE ON 7/1/2011 AND ALL SUBSEQUENT MONTHLY PAYMENTS, PLUS LATE CHARGES AND OTHER COSTS AND FEES AS SET FORTH. Amount due as of June 8, 2012 Delinquent Payments from July 01, 2011 1 payments at $1,283.94 each $1,283.94 4 payments at $1,333.09 each $5,332.36 6 payments at $673.75 each $4,042.50 1 payments at $713.71 each $713.71 (07-01-11 through 06-08-12) Late Charges: $362.58 Beneficiary Advances: $303.00 Suspense Credit: $0.00 TOTAL: $12,038.09 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 $191,808.30, together with interest thereon at 6.875% per annum from 6/1/2011 to 8/1/2011, 6.875% per annum from 8/1/2011 to 12/1/2011, 6.875% per annum from 12/1/2011 to 1/1/2012, 6.875% per annum from 1/1/2012 to 3/1/2012,6.875% per annum from 3/1/2012 to 4/1/2012, 6.875% per annum from 4/1/2012 to 6/1/2012,6.875% per annum from 6/1/2012, 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: 6/8/2012. ALLIANCE TITLE & ESCROW CORP. Trustee By: Joel Meng, Asst. Secretary c/o REGIONAL TRUSTEE SERVICES CORPORATION 616 1st Avenue, Suite 500 Seattle, WA 98104 Phone: (206) 340-2550 Sale Information: http://www.rtrustee.com A-4258913 06/18/2012, 06/25/2012, 07/02/2012, 07/09/2012 Legal 5603 June 18, 25 July 2, 9, 2012
Sunday, July 8
CANDIDATE: Just follow the money
Cheryl Stransky, Democrat challenger District 2 House seat — “Idaho’s real job creators are the customers who walk through the doors of our businesses with money to spend.”
Blazers president Miller surprisingly resigns
This race was a real adventure
PRIVILEGE: How far can it go?
Is this “Executive Privilege” that Mrs. Sholeh Patrick mentions in her article a “Privilege” or as she says a “Tradition?” I am sure that what Mr. Holder, under the Congressional subpoena, would have to produce would affect the 2012 election, the president, Mr. Holder himself, and who knows how many in the trickle down. She must be very proud of her president since he has invoked the “Privilege” for the first time — closing in on the end of his fourth year in office. Comparing the now president with President Bush — give me a break.
The Front Row with MARK NELKE July 8, 2012
The state of football in Idaho
Who would have thought the most stable NCAA athletic program in the state these days would reside in Pocatello?
Vargas picks up a Mariners win for first time in a month
STORY: Kudos to reporter Walker
It has come to me firsthand from my music partner, Kathryn Robison, veteran USO entertainer of the Pacific Command, World War II, Korea, Japan, etc., featured on the front page of your May 30, 2011, Memorial Day issue, and written by Brian Walker, that the same Brian Walker apparently put together parts of the community funeral team to support the final services for Frank Barnhardt, U.S. Merchant Marine veteran of World War II.
Hayden, Post Falls to play for Juniors title
Little League
Silva pounds Sonnen at UFC 148, increases winning streak to 15
ELECTIONS: An interesting anomaly
What I like about North Idaho is, among other things, it is a hotbed of political activity. We heard recently from Todd Messenger of Kendig Keast Collaborative, LLC, the alleged land planning guru, that he never saw a group of people who trusted their government less than those in Kootenai County. Amen.
Community Thanks July 8, 2012
Treatment for chronic laryngitis is specific to its cause
Ask Dr. K
Serena nets 5th championship
Dominates Radwanska 6-1, 5-7, 6-2 for 14th major title overall
Frame leads Lilac by 1 after 3
Amateur Hank Frame holed out for an eagle on the par-4 16th hole and holds a one-shot lead after 54 holes of the 49th Lilac City Invitational on Saturday at The Fairways at West Terrace.
HEALTH: First, read the bill
The Supreme Court of the land has upheld the Affordable Healthcare Bill. Now it is time for all of our Congress people to work together to make it work. Tweak it where it deserves it, but don’t gut it.
Test your budgetability
Because this is a week to preen your patriotic feathers, we thought we might just offer a quick civics quiz. Today's subject is federal spending, which you already know all about, right?
Locals, visitors enjoy Bayview Daze
Cruz, Rangers snap losing streak at five
More improvement seen in local real estate
Gosh it feels good to be able to report more positive news on the Coeur d'Alene real estate market.
Good decisions make great companies
Diplomacy is all about making the right choices. When I persuaded my wife, Carol Ann, to say "I do" ages ago, we entered serious negotiations to nail down the ground rules for our marriage.
HEALTH: Decision time for businesses
“Read my lips.” This statement was the undoing of President Bush after he countered his statement by raising taxes. Time and time again, President Obama has stated that anyone making less than $250,000 a year would not pay more taxes, “Not none red cent.” We now see that everyone will be paying more taxes; this includes all people of high, middle and low-income groups.
Milestone Announcements July 8, 2012
'Steven's Wish'
Boy, 4, survives rare syndrome, will join family on trip to Disney World
Dust Devils smack 14 hits in rout of Indians
Joe Dunlap: NIC's new leader
IN PERSON
Here was day one on the job for Joe Dunlap as new president at North Idaho College:
WinCo Foods coming to Ramsey
Business Bits
It's primarily been a sand and gravel pit for more than 50 years. However, the 17-acre parcel in the northeast corner of the intersection of Ramsey Road and West Appleway is on its way to becoming The Crossroads Coeur d'Alene, a retail center with WinCo Foods as the base occupant.
Griffin, Harden, Iguodala named to USA hoop roster
Saturday, July 7
Heritage ready to soar over Cd'A
Aviation enthusiasts, mark your calendars. It’s time for a fly-in.
A fond farewell to LC-CDA
Dear LC-CDA Students, Staff, Faculty, Friends, and Community,
Playing for history
Murray, first Brit since 1938 to reach finals, to face 6-time champ Federer
Classmates to reunite
Incredible undertaking
NIBCA to celebrate 30th anniversary of building home in less than seven hours
Six hours, 55 minutes and 23 seconds.
Allen to join Heat
Ray Allen will take less money for a chance at another NBA championship.
Ready to join the search?
Community scavenger hunt to celebrate Cd'A chamber centennial
A fun-filled, family friendly community scavenger hunt with clues featuring local businesses and local history is under way as part of the Coeur d'Alene Chamber of Commerce's Centennial Celebration.
Owings' solid start paces Bears past Indians
Carter's homer in 11th sinks Mariners
LEGION BASEBALL: Prairie, Lums finish with wins
IRONMAN: Visitor tosses penalty flag
It’s not fair! Cathy Stephens is not an Ironman. The rules state you must finish the competition in 17 hours/by midnight, NOT 17:29.
LAND USE: Issue important to all
As one of the nearly 300 people who attended the Unified Land Use Code (ULUC) Public Workshop at the Coeur d’Alene Public Library, I read with interest and want to add to Brent Regan’s letter about the ULUC to the Editor in the Sunday, July 1, issue of The Press.
Eddie Donald Jerome, 72
Eddie Donald Jerome, left this Earth on July 5, 2012, after a long, debilitating illness. His death was attributed to complications from diabetes.
Rockies saddle Strasburg with 3rd consecutive loss
The Front Row with JASON ELLIOTT July 7, 2012
All for the stars to shine
When it comes to picking the rosters for an all-star game, it's almost a no-win situation for the coaches involved.
Records July 7, 2012
Spirit Lake police chief faces harassment charge
Hayden Days Celebration scheduled for July 27-28
Sarah, play on
City gives girl permit for violin fundraiser at park
Shine score late to beat Eugene in women's soccer
007 exhibition looks at screen spy as style icon
Frame leads Lilac after 2
Hank Frame of Washington State, formerly of University High, leads the 49th Lilac City Invitational by one stroke at the midway point after shooting rounds of 65-69-134 at The Fairways at West Terrace, good for 8 under par.
Bennett blasts 2 HRs for Post Falls
Legals July 7, 2012
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE Loan No.: 1100235241 T.S. No.: 12-00615-5 On September 28, 2012 11:00 AM, in the lobby of Pioneer Title Company of Kootenai County located at 100 Wallace Avenue, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814 in the County of Kootenai, State of Idaho, Fidelity National Title Insurance Company, as Trustee, on behalf of US Bank National Association, as Trustee for Structured Asset Securities Corporation Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2007-EQ1, the current Beneficiary, will sell at public auction, to the highest bidder, 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: LOT 12 AND THE NORTH 20 FEET OF LOT 11, BLOCK 1, BOOTHE ADDITION, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT RECORDED IN BOOK B OF PLATS, PAGE 69, RECORDS OF KOOTENAI COUNTY, IDAHO. 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: 1946 NORTH 8TH STREET , COEUR D ALENE, ID, is sometimes associated with said real property. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty regarding title, possession or encumbrance to satisfy the obligation secured by and pursuant to the power of sale conferred in the Deed of Trust executed by DAVID BAKER AND TERI BAKER, HUSBAND AND WIFE, as original grantor(s), to FIRST AMERICAN TITLE COMPANY INC, as original trustee, for the benefit and security of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC AS NOMINEE FOR EQUIFIRST CORPORATION, as original beneficiary, dated as of October 31, 2006, and recorded November 3, 2006, as Instrument No. 2064964000 in the Official Records of the Office of the Recorder of Kootenai County, Idaho. Please Note: 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 set forth herein. The current beneficiary is: US Bank National Association, as Trustee for Structured Asset Securities Corporation Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2007-EQ1, (the "Beneficiary"). Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining unpaid balance of the obligations secured by and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier's check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in the Idaho Financial Code and authorized to do business in Idaho, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the trustee. The default(s) for which this sale is to be made under Deed of Trust and Note dated October 31, 2006 are: Failed to pay the monthly payments of $982.12 due from September 1, 2011, together with all subsequent payments; together with late charges due; together with other fees and expenses incurred by the Beneficiary; The principal balance owing as of this date on the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust is $139,319.94, plus accrued interest at the rate of 6.00000% per annum from August 1, 2011. 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: May 24, 2012 Fidelity National Title Insurance Company, Trustee 11000 Olson Drive Ste 101, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670 916-636-0114 Tracye Prescott, Authorized signature SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ON LINE AT www.lpsasap.com FOR AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION please call 714-730-2727 A-4250634 06/30/2012, 07/07/2012, 07/14/2012, 07/21/2012 Legal 5683 June 30 July 7, 14, 21, 2012
Friday, July 6
Any building will do
Living in rural Montana in the early 1970s had to be nearly identical to life in North Idaho at the time.
FEDS: Adding insult to death
To the federal government, I think you are a piece of [excrement]! My father-in-law lived for 29 days in June and the first thing you think of doing is debiting his checking account for his June Social Security check. Thank you for overdrawing his account. Now do I have to go back to the following people to have them reimburse him for the care and bills he paid for June to pay the bank?
Hiring outlook improves
But economy still far from being healthy
CRUELTY: Get it out of Idaho
Idaho 1 of 3 would like to thank the many Idahoans who supported our initiative to add felony penalties for the worst animal cruelty. We did gather enough signatures to put it on the ballot; unfortunately about one-third were invalid because of non-compliance with stringent legal requirements.
COUNTY: Watch your spending
Dear Mr. Green,
Milfoil treatment to start at Hayden Lake
State Department of Agriculture takes over management of project
As U.S. economy steadies, bank closings become rarer
LABRADOR: Misses key differences
I am amazed that our Congressman, Raul Labrador, has such a fundamentally flawed understanding of “Obamacare” and the recent Supreme Court decision upholding its constitutionality. He stated: “The fundamental grievance that I have with this law, and in particular the individual mandate component, is that no government should ever be powerful enough to compel its citizens to purchase a product or a service under penalty of law. What is there now to prevent the federal government… from taxing us to compel the purchase of life insurance, a cell phone or any other product Washington deems is necessary for us all?”
Lums lose twice at tourney
Writers Corner for July 6, 2012
Opera cruise tickets on sale
Summer show set for July 22
"Waves of Opera" will flow over guests as Opera Coeur d'Alene takes to the lake for its annual cruise, July 22, loading at 6 p.m. Always an early sellout, the cruise this year will feature the passionate music of Christina Kowalski, Gino Luchetti, Coeur d'Alene's own Rebekkah Monitz and Opera Coeur d'Alene's internationally-celebrated and multi-faceted general director, Todd Robinson.
Northwest Notes July 6, 2012
Quiet Fourth for police agencies
Law enforcement and fire agencies may have not had to respond to major incidents on the Fourth of July, but they're bracing for the aftermath with hot, dry weather predicted and more fireworks expected.
MANDATE: Whew, that was a close one
I’m proud to live in a free state like Idaho, where I don’t have to wear a helmet when I ride my motorcycle. Where I don’t have to have health insurance when (not if, but when) I go down on my motorcycle.
New building on grounds
Commissioners meet with architects on facilities master plan
The Kootenai County commissioners met with architects on Thursday over implementing a small part of the facilities master plan.
Roy agrees to terms with Timberwolves
Brandon Roy is on his way to Minnesota to start his comeback in the same place his career began seven years ago. If Nicolas Batum has his way, he'll soon join his former Blazers teammate with the Timberwolves.
Hammond leaving LCSC-CDA
Executive director cites organizational changes for move
Will you vote for America?
In four months, Americans will be able to go to the polls and vote for the person whom they feel will be the next president, for representatives to the Congress and the Senate. Americans in many states may also vote for a governor and representatives in their state Congress and Senate.
Entertainment Briefs for July 6, 2012
OBAMACARE: Fuel for conservatives
I believe that the Affordable Care Act will be either dismantled or repealed just after the next election cycle.
Serena aces her semifinal test
Williams reaches seventh final; men's semis today
The Front Row with PAUL NEWBERRY July 6, 2012
Turns out, 7 is enough for Phelps
OUCH: Accident could've been worse
We would like to thank those individuals that stepped up to help our 12-year-old son who had a bicycle accident on the way to his tennis lesson this past week. While riding his bike near the Ramsey and Hanley intersection, Andy caught his front tire between the sidewalk and swale and took a head dive onto the cement. He has multiple scrapes on his arms and legs but thankfully he was wearing his helmet, which took most of the impact and it has the marks to show for it.
Records July 6, 2012
COUNTY: Goal is to save money
Dear N. Dolph,
TIMBER: Radicals stand in the way
“There’s Money in That Timber.” Really? There used to be.
Former Vandal football coach Smith facing bankruptcy
North Idaho Briefs July 6, 2012
Darvish, Freese win fan vote
Texas Rangers pitcher Yu Darvish was hit by a line drive during one All-Star game in Japan. He's hoping to avoid that mishap on Tuesday.
Late homers lift Bears past Indians
'Mrs. VFW' earns state honor
When Char Riegel's veteran-supporting efforts were lauded last month at the state Veterans of Foreign Wars convention, the Coeur d'Alene woman was surprised.
Bonners Ferry Internet to achieve light speed
Fiber optic cable slated to be installed in the next few months
HEALTH: Must be right for all
Like it not, Obama just won 30 million votes in November. Perhaps some of your family members are among this disgraceful number without health care who will now have the same privileges as those of us who are fortunate enough to pay for these services.
Movers and Shakers July 6, 2012
SCOTUS: Taxes now trump freedom
The importance of the Supreme Court decision regarding Obamacare lies far less in what it does to health care, than in what it does to basic American concepts of freedom and rule of law. John Roberts, in “Alice in Wonderland” fashion, has destroyed both. Although holding that the Congress does not have the authority to force one to buy a product, Roberts held that the government can coerce one to buy that product through a new and now unlimited taxation power.
San Diego fireworks gone in a big flash
'Ring of Fire'
Play opens at Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre
You don't have to be a Johnny Cash fan to love the white-hot, string-popping, toe-tapping musical extravaganza that Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre serves up in "Ring of Fire."
Hayden hurlers shut down Sandpoint
No playing without a permit
Girl, 11, raising money for shelter, told to stop violin music at park
NIC: It's up to the students
This letter to the editor is in response to the Sunday, July 1 letter that Dan Gookin submitted to the Coeur d’Alene Press. First of all Dan, I want to thank you for attending the June North Idaho College Board of Trustees meeting. I did recognize you as a guest and that you had signed the public comment form, but then noticed that your name was crossed out. I do wish that you could have stayed longer than just a few minutes and had a chance to hear all of the great things that are happening at NIC.
Stateline Speedway results July 6, 2012
Of textbooks and texting
Darn it, Dan, you're right. It isn't fair.
World/Nation Briefs July 6, 2012
BAYFEST brings world of theater to Sandpoint
Summer program hosts students from U.K., Canada, U.S.
Colo. prison selected for Idaho prisoners
Idaho has selected a Colorado prison to help house Idaho’s growing inmate population. This week, the Idaho Department of Correction notified Corrections Corporation of America of its intent to award a contract to house Idaho inmates at the Kit Carson Correctional Center in Burlington, Colorado.
Malware may knock thousands off Internet
WASHINGTON (AP) — Despite repeated alerts, tens of thousands of Americans may still lose their Internet service Monday unless they do a quick check of their computers for malware that could have taken over their machines more than a year ago.
Fires put out on Tubbs Hill
A small grass fire was extinguished by firefighters Thursday at the Third Street dock area on Tubbs Hill, the second caused by humans in two days at the popular, downtown hiking spot.
Idaho's medical marijuana border war
ON THE OREGON-IDAHO BORDER (AP) — Hurtling down I-84 with a bag of medical marijuana and no legal right to possess it, the 23-year-old Idaho man with the crooked grin drove out of Oregon, making a break for home.
Idaho Falls resident shoots intruder
IDAHO FALLS (AP) — Authorities say an Idaho Falls man shot and injured an intruder he found in his home.
Editorial: Of textbooks and texting
Darn it, Dan, you're right. It isn't fair.
Legals July 6, 2012
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE Loan No.: 0115883308 T.S. No.: 12-01519-3 On October 24, 2012 11:00 AM, in the lobby of Pioneer Title Company of Kootenai County located at 100 Wallace Avenue, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814 in the County of Kootenai, State of Idaho, Fidelity National Title Insurance Company, as Trustee, on behalf of Wells Fargo Bank, NA, the current Beneficiary, will sell at public auction, to the highest bidder, 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: That portion of the Northwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 4, Township 50 North, Range 5 West, Boise Meridian, Kootenai County, Idaho, described as follows: COMMENCING at a point 598.40 feet South and 20.00 feet East of the West Quarter corner of said Section 4; thence South 00 degrees 07'00" West, parallel with and 20.00 feet distant from the West line of said Southwest Quarter, 430.00 feet; thence South 78 degrees 37'30" East, 514.36 feet; thence North 76 degrees 22'30" East, 111.22 feet to the TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING; thence Continuing North 76 degrees 22'30" East, 60.82 feet; thence North 44 degrees 22'30" East, 310.42 feet; thence North 88 degrees 43'30" West, 310.01 feet; thence South 07 degrees 54'01" East, 245.43 feet to the TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING. Parcel No.: 50N05W-04-5925 A.I.N. #: 146209 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: 2435 W LUNDY BLVD , POST FALLS, ID, is sometimes associated with said real property. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty regarding title, possession or encumbrance to satisfy the obligation secured by and pursuant to the power of sale conferred in the Deed of Trust executed by DAVID G HALSTEAD AND SUSAN N. HALSTEAD, HUSBAND AND WIFE, as original grantor(s), to PIONEER TITLE COMPANY , as original trustee, for the benefit and security of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as original beneficiary, dated as of February 24, 2010, and recorded February 26, 2010, as Instrument No. 2255200000 in the Official Records of the Office of the Recorder of Kootenai County, Idaho. Please Note: 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 set forth herein. The current beneficiary is: Wells Fargo Bank, NA, (the "Beneficiary"). Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining unpaid balance of the obligations secured by and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier's check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in the Idaho Financial Code and authorized to do business in Idaho, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the trustee. The default(s) for which this sale is to be made under Deed of Trust and Note dated February 24, 2010 are: Failed to pay the monthly payments of $1,341.82 due from January 1, 2012, together with ail subsequent payments; together with late charges due; together with other fees and expenses incurred by the Beneficiary; The principal balance owing as of this date on the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust is $200,190.44, plus accrued interest at the rate of 5.25000% per annum from December 1, 2011. 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: June 1, 2012 Fidelity National Title Insurance Company, Trustee 135 Main Street, Suite 1900, San Francisco, CA 94105 415-247-2450 Mariah Booker, Authorized Signature SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ON LINE AT www.lpsasap.com FOR AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION please call 714-730-2727 A-4256467 06/15/2012, 06/22/2012, 06/29/2012, 07/06/2012 Legal 5592 June 15, 22, 29 July 6, 2012
Thursday, July 5
Red, white and blue on parade in Cd'A
Thousands line Sherman to celebrate the Fourth of July
COEUR d'ALENE - They came out in droves. Thousands upon thousands, clogging the sidewalks of Sherman Avenue for blocks, sunscreen thick and tiny flags waving.
Kokanee can be found on Lake Coeur d'Alene
Fish Tips
There's still plenty of kokanee action across Lake Coeur d'Alene, said Jeff Smith with Fins and Feathers Tackle Shop and Guide Service.
Festival at Sandpoint announces sellout
Alison Krauss
SANDPOINT - If you waited too long, you're probably kicking yourself.
Go ahead: Kiss and tell
Break out the Chapstick and pucker up. International Kissing Day is Friday.
Indians blank Bears
SPOKANE - Abel De Los Santos struck out four while giving up two hits and two walks in five scoreless innings as the Spokane Indians (8-12) defeated the Yakima Bears (11-9) 2-0 in Northwest League baseball action in front of 6,884 at Avista Stadium on Wednesday night.
New Idaho laws affect hunters and anglers
Several new and changed Idaho laws took effect July 1 that will affect the state's hunters and anglers.
Sweet surprise
Firefighter union repairs wheelchair ramp after responding to call
HAYDEN - Trials can lead to triumph, and Sarah Broden experienced that first-hand.
History lives
Local man leads walking tours of Coeur d'Alene
COEUR d'ALENE - Question: When is Robert Singletary not Robert Singletary?
Nash sent to Lakers in sign-and-trade deal
PHOENIX (AP) - Steve Nash is going to the Los Angeles Lakers, a Pacific Division rival the two-time MVP point guard tried so hard to beat, with little success, in his eight seasons with the Phoenix Suns.
Deer crossing goes underground
Video shows success of Idaho wildlife underpass
BOISE (AP) - An average of 2,600 vehicles travel to and from the Boise area on Idaho 21 each day.
Federer takes care of business in quarters
Will face Djokovic next; Tsonga, Murray to meet in other semifinal match
WIMBLEDON, England - After curling in a 102 mph ace to grab a two-set lead a mere 56 minutes into his Wimbledon quarterfinal Wednesday, Roger Federer casually pulled an extra tennis ball from his pocket and strolled to sit in his changeover chair for a sip to drink.
Poker gets a million dollar night
It was just coincidence that the operator of what was once one of poker's biggest websites was arrested the same week 48 players each plunked down $1 million in cash to sit down in a Las Vegas casino for what was billed as the biggest payout in tournament poker.
The Front Row with MARK NELKE July 5, 2012
No Vandal camp no big deal to Idaho
Robb Akey couldn't understand all the fuss last week.
LEGION BASEBALL: Hoffman's gem lifts Lums past Okotok at tournament
* SENIOR DIVISION
Lakeland employees earn awards
Darrell Rickard, Lakeland Joint School District's transportation director, was recently named Supervisor of the Year by the Idaho Association of Pupil Transportation, while Tom Taggart, the district's business director, was named the Business Official of the Year by the Idaho Association of School Business Officials.
M's struggles at Safeco continue
SEATTLE - Hector Noesi might have finally pitched his way out of Seattle's rotation. Not that he got any help from the Mariners' equally struggling offense.
North Idaho Briefs July 5, 2012
Rathdrum Lions plan barbecue, auction fundraiser
Heading outdoors? Fight the bite
Idaho mosquito abatement districts are reporting increased mosquito populations throughout the state, prompting public health officials to remind people to take precautions and "fight the bite" against West Nile virus.
A hazy outlook
Rain cools Colorado fires; others grow
DENVER - Rains cooled Colorado's wildfires Wednesday, but more than a dozen wildfires elsewhere in the West continued chewing through bone-dry pine and brush as firefighters working through the holiday kept a nervous eye for fireworks and other hazards.
Anna L. Adams, 96
A memorial Mass will be said for Anna L. Adams, 96, of Bellevue, Wash., Saturday July 14, 2012, at St. Madeleine Sophie Catholic Parish, 4400 130th Pl SE, Bellevue.
Diana Karen Cook, 64
In Loving Celebration
Ronald Eggart, 91
Ronald Everet Eggart was born May 10, 1921, in Lewiston, Idaho, to parents Jesse and Violet Eggart.
Ruth A. Long, 85
Ruth Long, 85, of Kellogg, passed away Monday, July 2, 2012, at Sacred Heart Medical Center in Spokane after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born March 12, 1927, to Adolph and Alma Johnson in a farming community near Stanley, N.D. Ruth was raised on the family farm along with eight other siblings.
Gerald Gerry House, 73
Hayden Lake native Gerald “Gerry” House, 73, died at the North Idaho Hospice House on June 30, 2012, after a courageous six-year battle with multiple myeloma.
David R. Delbridge, 69
David R. Delbridge, Coeur d’Alene, died on June 27, 2012, at Hospice House, after a long battle with pancreatic cancer. He was born in Rock Springs, Wyo., May 11, 1943, to Fern and Vic Delbridge.
Really BIG Raffle drawing to be held July 11
A winner for the North Idaho College Foundation’s Really BIG Raffle grand prize $250,000 grand prize home will be selected on July 11. The college’s largest fundraiser still has several hundred tickets available and organizers are reaching out for community support to sell the remaining tickets prior to the drawing. While the break-even point has been reached, the remaining tickets provide the proceeds necessary to support crucial student and technology needs at NIC through the NIC Foundation.
San Diego's big fireworks failure
SAN DIEGO (AP) — The Fourth of July fireworks show went off with a bang over San Diego Bay. Too big a bang.
LCSC-CDA director announces she's leaving
Cyndie Hammond, executive director of Lewis-Clark State College's Coeur d'Alene center since 2004, announced today, in the following letter, that she is leaving the college this month.
Labrador, others urge govs to nix exchanges
BOISE (AP) — Darlings of the tea party movement in Congress including Idaho U.S. Rep. Raul Labrador urged governors to reject the health care reform's insurance exchanges, despite a U.S. Supreme Court ruling last week upholding the law.
Teen charged with video voyeurism
SANDPOINT — An 18-year-old Sandpoint man was arrested Monday for allegedly using a mobile phone to capture images of a woman inside a restroom stall and then wielding a skateboard as a weapon when he was confronted.
Summer opera cruise tickets on sale
“Waves of Opera” will flow over guests as Opera Coeur d’Alene takes to the lake for its annual cruise, July 22, loading at 6 p.m.. Always an early sellout, the cruise this year will feature the passionate music of Christina Kowalski, Gino Luchetti, Coeur d’Alene’s own Rebekkah Monitz. and Opera Coeur d’Alene’s internationally-celebrated and multi-faceted general director, Todd Robinson.
Utilities commission accepts new landline rules
BOISE (AP) — Idaho's regulated phone companies are getting more time to respond to outages and won't face financial penalties for taking too long to get the lines back up and running.
Opinion: Idaho's troublesome constitution
It was a big win for Attorney General Lawrence Wasden. And for purists who read the Idaho Constitution literally.
Lose something Wednesday in Cd'A?
The Coeur d'Alene Police Department has several items found in town on the Fourth of July.
Legals July 5, 2012
Case No. CV12-4332 NOTICE OF HEARING ON NAME CHANGE (Adult) IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF THE STATE OF IDAHO, IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF KOOTENAI IN RE: Elizabeth Helen Wolf Legal Name A Petition to change the name of Elizabeth Helen Wolf, now residing in the City of Post Falls, State of Idaho. The name will change to Elizabeth Helen Morgan. The reason against the change in name is: I have been divorced for nearly 10 years. I have no contact with my former husband and we had no children together. I see no reason to keep his name. A hearing on the petition is scheduled for 9:30 o'clock am on July 16, 2012 at the Kootenai County Courthouse. Objections may be filed by any person who can show the court a good reason against the name change. Date: June 11th, 2012 Janlyn K. Cleveland CLERK OF THE DISTRICT COURT By: CLIFFORD T. HAYES Deputy Clerk Legal 5580 June 14, 21, 28 July 5, 2012
Wednesday, July 4
In honor of our nation
Two hundred thirty-six years ago, on July 4, 1776, the birthday of our nation, the American Colonies declared their Independence from Great Britain. By any estimation that was an extremely bold step, filled with risk, fraught with danger and yet, in the eyes of a very intelligent and accomplished people, worthy of a commitment of lives, fortunes and sacred honor.
FOURTH: We're free no more
I refuse to celebrate the Fourth this year. We are being stripped of our Freedoms and if BHO gets re-elected there will be no more Constitution. He has spit on it, laughed at it and apologized for it. Anyone who is paying attention will understand and to the others have your party — someday soon you will wake up. We are becoming like any other country and you are asleep.
Vandals sought in graffiti spree
An estimated $1,300 in graffiti damage was reported recently in Hayden.
Northwest Notes July 4, 2012
Grove wins Inland Empire
A look at Independence Day with fresh eyes
In divided era, what does July 4th mean?
SMITHTOWN, N.Y. - In the market for new designer eyewear this Independence Day? Look no further than Wize Eyes on Long Island. "So Proudly We Hail," the chain advertised this week, "With Fashion Eyewear ... At Half The Price."
Before you celebrate . . .
All that sunshine and blue sky can be deceptive. A picnic-ruining thunderstorm could be only an hour away.
Choosing quality physical therapy care while on vacation
With the changing of the seasons, the warmer weather also brings many visitors or summer residents back to the beautiful North Idaho and Coeur d'Alene area. Just because you may be away from home, doesn't mean you leave your medical conditions or aches and pains behind. You have a quality healthcare team while you are home and it is equally important to have quality medical providers while traveling out of town for the summer months as well.
Mary Holmes, 80
Mary A. Holmes, 80, Spokane Valley, passed away July 3, 2012, in Spokane. Mary was born June 12, 1932, in Ohio, to Rudolph and Marie (Tekus) Sojka.
FREEDOM: A tribute to today
Why is there an Independence Day in America? In 1776, 236 years ago, the people who lived in America were under the rule of the king of England. They didn’t like it, so they fought for their freedom, and they won against the British.
Lums open wood-bat tourney with victory over Pullman
* LEGION
Harold Shobe, 61
Harold Lee Shobe, 61, passed on at Rose Terrace Cottage, in Coeur d’Alene, on May 27, 2012, after an extended illness.
REHAB: Here's how it's working
Tax dollars are clearly at work here at the North Idaho Correctional Institution. You have probably heard about those of us fortunate enough to be given the opportunity for drug and alcohol treatment here on the Rider program in Cottonwood, Idaho.
Words can hurt, even when repeated
Sticks and stones may break my bones but words will never hurt me - or will they? Pontificating platitudes and putdowns have the ability to injure even when benign, sarcastic or offered thoughtlessly in casual conversation.
World/Nation Briefs July 4, 2012
Pakistan reopens war supply lines after U.S. apology
Gregory Brebner, 55
Gregory Stuart Brebner, 55, of Hamilton, Mont., passed away on Sunday, June 10, 2012, at Kootenai County Medical Center.
Williams spurns Mavs, opts to stay with Nets
Deron Williams is moving to Brooklyn with the Nets, instead of back home to Dallas.
PARADE: Stand as flag passes
I have participated for the last nine or 10 years in the outstanding Independence Day Parade in Coeur d’Alene. One observation has been that the vast majority of those watching the parade fail to stand as the American flag passes. Out of respect for the flag alone it is proper etiquette to stand as the American flag passes in front of you. It would be so very encouraging to see everyone stand as the American colors passes by.
Mariners rally after breaking up perfecto, but lose in 9th
SEATTLE (AP) - Robert Andino homered in the ninth off Seattle reliever Charlie Furbush to give the Baltimore Orioles a 5-4 win over the Seattle Mariners on Tuesday night after starter Wei-Yin Chen flirted with a perfect game for more than six innings.
Focus on ADD/ADHD
You have been seeing the terms ADD and ADHD very often in our recent articles. This is due to the fact that our Focus program is now in full swing and we have begun helping children and adults in managing their sensory integration issues such as ADD/ADHD or patterns of being impulsive, hyperactive, inattentive or exhibit an unexplained lack of productivity.
Wolves still under fire
One wolf season ends, another opens
COEUR d'ALENE - The 2011-12 wolf hunting seasons in Idaho ended Saturday.
Of flags and friendship enduring
Since this is the day we celebrate the 236th anniversary of America's Independence, it's fitting to share a heart warming Fourth of July story. In 1945 Rockland J. (Jimmy) Randall was serving with the U.S. Marine Corps during the Battle of Okinawa when he was killed in action. Jimmy grew up in Coeur d'Alene on Sherman Avenue. One of his good friends was Jim Shepperd, also a Sherman Avenue boy, who joined the Navy and went away to war but returned to marry, raise a family and make a life. A dedicated citizen and veteran he's been, not forgetting any of the boys who never made it home from the war.
Soup is good food ... winter, spring, summer or fall
Some might say that soup is a cold weather meal. However, switching out thick, heavy soups for a lighter broth soup is key. With so much to do over the Fourth of July weekend, it's nice to have something fast, easy, and incredibly delicious to serve your family.
The simplest pairs
Summer is here, or at least it is trying to be here, and when the seasons change we find that our taste in food and wine and the pairings we have with them changes quite a lot. We fire up the grill, dine outside with family and friends, and seek out some of our favorite light bodied varietals that seem somehow to go better with the warm weather.
The Front Row with JASON ELLIOTT July 4, 2012
More boom for your bucks here
The Fourth of July is something I associate with a lot of different things, including watching a ton of afternoon and evening baseball.
HEALTH: Letter worries retirees
Thousands of GTE/Verizon/BellAtlantic/Idearc and Supermedia retirees received a USPS registered letter recently advising them that as of Sept 1, 2012 their healthcare coverage monthly fees would be going up by several hundred dollars and again in Jan. of 2013 and that all retiree health care coverage would be totally discontinued as of Jan. 2014. A class action suit has been filed against this punitive action. So your local supermedia advertising could be helping fund this action against thousands of retirees. Many have their back against the wall as result of the economy. It is estimated the retirees for the different companies are to be in the hundreds of thousands.
Serena back in semifinals
Overpowers defending champ Kvitova 6-3, 7-5
WIMBLEDON, England (AP) - Thanks to a bit of advice from her big sister and a bunch of aces from her big serve, Serena Williams is back in the Wimbledon semifinals.
Argonne J. Dotts, 90
Argonne J. Dotts “Joe” passed away at his home on June 29, 2012, with family sending him off to be with the Lord. He had just celebrated his 90th birthday. He was born June 8, 1922, to Lena Ansaldo and Desmond Joseph Dotts.
Records July 4, 2012
DIVORCE FILED
NFL denies appeals of Saints' bounty suspensions
NEW ORLEANS - NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell has rejected the appeals of four players suspended in connection with the league's bounty investigation of the New Orleans Saints.
Jordan's son arrested after Omaha hotel brouhaha
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) - Central Florida basketball player Marcus Jordan, the son of former NBA great Michael Jordan, was arrested in Omaha early Sunday following a disturbance outside a downtown hotel.
TRAPPING: Don't support measure
I am disappointed to learn that the Idaho Legislature is putting a constitutional amendment (HJR2) on the ballot this November to guarantee forever the rights of Idahoans to hunt, fish, and trap. While most people in Idaho are not opposed to hunting and fishing, many do not support trapping. This Constitutional amendment has included hunting and fishing in order to enlist the support of those who hunt and fish. They know that protecting just the ability to trap animals would never stand on its own as trapping is a cruel way to kill animals. An animal caught in a leghold trap can suffer for days trying to wrench itself free before the trapper comes back to kill it. About 40,000 fur-bearing animals die in Idaho this way every winter.
HEALTH: A step in right direction
Audacious! After the Supreme Court decision, President Obama said the health care plan was not done for political reasons, but because it was the right thing to do. It’s ironic that Obama’s health care plan was first introduced by Romney, who is now attacking it. People with a pre-existing condition can now get health care, there is no dollar limit, and our children can stay on our insurance until the age of 26. It provides affordable medication for the elderly.
Harold Hal Hendrick, 72
(Hal’s Your Pal)
FDA approves first rapid, take home HIV test
WASHINGTON - The Food and Drug Administration has approved the first over-the-counter HIV test, allowing Americans to test themselves for the virus that causes AIDS in the privacy of their homes.
Vehicle sellers keep driving
Automakers sold nearly 1.3 million cars, trucks in June
COEUR d'ALENE - From mini cars to monster pickups, sales of new cars and trucks surged in June and eased concerns that Americans would be turned off by slower hiring and other scary headlines.
Core limits Neural efficiency and chiropractic
Years ago, an Angel baseball player walked into our office, in terrible pain due to a right shoulder rotator cuff tendonitis. He appeared fit and healthy and had the muscle bulk to prove his time in the gym. Needless to say he was frustrated. It had been going on for months and the season was getting close to starting and he was worried he might have to be sidelined due to his condition. Of course for him this meant a loss of playing time in the game he loved and a possible loss of his position as a second baseman. My therapists, who are always intrigued by overuse syndromes such as a tendonitis, thought how could he be that bad. We proceeded with all of our typical tests for shoulder range of motion and strength and he did well on most of them. In fact all of his tests looked pretty good for his age and health status, except when we decided to really get down to business with his core strength tests.
SHOOTING: Keep our ranges clean
To all outdoorsmen: There has been a recent outcry about the messes being left at the shooting areas in the Hayden Creek area. After going there and looking at these messes, it is certainly understandable why this outcry is valid. We seem to have inherited a group of people who revel in making a mess and then walking away and letting someone else clean up after them. This type of behavior will no longer be tolerated. A concerted effort on the part of law enforcement will reduce or eliminate this type of behavior. It is my hope both vehicles and firearms will be confiscated, held until these people go to court and the judge set the time of getting their items back or be their items be held for a longer period of time.
At college/in the pros July 4, 2012
Kyle Johnson
Portland union dispute hits Port of Lewiston
LEWISTON - A union-on-union fight over whose members should plug in refrigerated shipping containers in Oregon has sent economic ripples 360 miles upstream to an Idaho port, where some customers have ditched river barges for trucks rather than wait out the uncertainty.
SNR receives $1,666 grant
COEUR d'ALENE - Specialized Needs Recreation received a $1,666 grant from the Idaho Community Foundation to be used for its Camp All-Stars scholarship program for young people, ages 4-21.
Treating sinus infections
Sinus infections are painful occurrences that often lead physicians to prescribe antibiotics, often upon the urging of uncomfortable patients. In fact, sinus infections (also known as "acute sinusitis"), which produce severe cold-like symptoms of runny nose and headache, are the fifth most common reason for prescribing antibiotics among U.S. adults. Yet, a recent study shows that antibiotics do not help fight most sinus infections. The fact is that doctors cannot tell if a sinus infection is caused by bacteria or by a virus, in which case antibiotics are useless.
Cancer concerns
Cancer is probably one of the most controversial subjects today. When doing research on cancer statistics, it appears cancer is on the decline. Yet the numbers of people we encounter that succumb to cancer is clearly increasing. How can that be? There are many answers to that question. One reason is that the types of cancers are now being redefined, re-categorized, and there continues to be a profound increase in "newly discovered" types of cancers.
Mariners top pick Zunino likely to start off in Everett
SEATTLE - At this point, Mike Zunino just wants to get through the whirlwind of being honored for his college career so his pro career can begin.
COLUMN: Worth a postage stamp
I suggest that every single person who wants to keep McEuen Field as is (except to build a desperately needed modern restroom facility) to clip out Jim Doty’s “My Turn Opinion” from the June 22 CDA Press and mail it to Mayor Sandi Bloem, City Hall, 710 E. Mullan Ave., CDA, 83814.
Legals July 4, 2012
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE Loan No.: 0072543507 T.S. No.: 11-04283-6 On October 9, 2012 11:00 AM, in the lobby of Pioneer Title Company of Kootenai County located at 100 Wallace Avenue, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814 in the County of Kootenai, State of Idaho, Fidelity National Title Insurance Company, as Trustee, on behalf of HSBC Bank USA, National Association as Trustee for Wells Fargo Asset Securities Corporation, Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2007-4, the current Beneficiary, will sell at public auction, to the highest bidder, 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: LOT 1, BLOCK 3, RIVERSIDE HARBOR 6TH ADDITION, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT RECORDED IN BOOK "G" OF PLATS, PAGE 27, RECORDS OF KOOTENAI COUNTY, IDAHO. 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: 502 S. RIVERSIDE HARBOR DRIVE , POST FALLS, ID, is sometimes associated with said real property. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty regarding title, possession or encumbrance to satisfy the obligation secured by and pursuant to the power of sale conferred in the Deed of Trust executed by JAMES B SCOTT, A MARRIED MAN AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY, as original grantor(s), to PIONEER TITLE COMPANY, as original trustee, for the benefit and security of WELLS FARGO BANK NA, as original beneficiary, dated as of January 29, 2007, and recorded January 31, 2007, as Instrument No. 2080648000 in the Official Records of the Office of the Recorder of Kootenai County, Idaho. Please Note: 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 set forth herein. The current beneficiary is: HSBC Bank USA, National Association as Trustee for Wells Fargo Asset Securities Corporation, Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2007-4, (the "Beneficiary"). Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining unpaid balance of the obligations secured by and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier's check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in the Idaho Financial Code and authorized to do business in Idaho, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the trustee. The default(s) for which this sale is to be made under Deed of Trust and Note dated January 29, 2007 are: Failed to pay the monthly payments of $1,837.69 due from August 1, 2011, together with all subsequent payments; together with late charges due; together with other fees and expenses incurred by the Beneficiary; The principal balance owing as of this date on the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust is $272,000.00, plus accrued interest at the rate of 6.37500% per annum from July 1, 2011. 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: June 5, 2012 Fidelity National Title Insurance Company, Trustee 1920 Main Street, Suite 1120, Irvine, CA 92614 949-252-4900 Lorena Enriquez, Authorized Signature SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ON LINE AT www.lpsasap.com FOR AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION please call 714-730-2727 A-4256985 06/13/2012, 06/20/2012, 06/27/2012, 07/04/2012 Legal 5572 June 13, 20, 27 July 4, 2012
Tuesday, July 3
Spokane falls to Yakima
YAKIMA - Josh Parr and Shaun Cooper each had two RBIs to lead the Yakima Bears past the Spokane Indians 7-3 on Monday night in Northwest League play before 1,193 at Yakima County Stadium.
Batmobile to appear in Cd'A parade
COEUR d'ALENE - Its first stop is Coeur d'Alene.
LEGION BASEBALL: July 3, 2012
Loggers 0-5
Idaho State Police seeking to hire 20 new troopers
COEUR d'ALENE - The Idaho State Police is looking for several good men and women.
Avista seeks to suspend gas energy efficiency programs
COEUR d'ALENE - Avista has filed requests with the utility commissions in Washington and Idaho to suspend the company's natural gas energy efficiency programs.
Stransky seeks District 2 House seat
COEUR d'ALENE - Cheryl Stransky says she "reached her tipping point" during the last legislative session.
World/Nation Briefs July 3, 2012
Syrian opposition makes new push to unite
'Building the dream'
About 400 celebrate Ground Force expansion; New Cat deal to create 100 more jobs
POST FALLS - Three months ago, Brad Faber admits he was near rock bottom.
North Idaho Briefs July 3, 2012
Two injured in powered parachute crash
Movers and Shakers July 3, 2012
Chiropractic orthopedist Vancho receives 'President's Award'
U.S. manufacturing shrinks for first time in three years
WASHINGTON - U.S. manufacturing shrank in June for the first time in nearly three years, adding to signs that economic growth is weakening.
Hayden Lake activist House remembered
Fourth-generation resident served on multiple boards
HAYDEN LAKE - Gerry House's past was why he tended to Hayden Lake's future.
Perfection? Not. Fun? Yes
Ragtag group provides music for Cd'A parade
With more than 100 musicians squeezed into his backyard on Sunday evening, an errant horn tooting here and there, Larry Strobel mounted a step ladder at the front to repeat his usual refrain.
Chip shots July 3, 2012
• THE HIGHLANDS
All that jazz
Tribe member honored for musical contribution
Few jazz connoisseurs can't rattle off the long lasting impacts of Mildred Bailey.
Privilege a presidential tradition
Call it a right of confidentiality; the executive privilege is a claim by the president (or other high executive branch official) that s/he need not answer a request for government or personal communications on the ground that the revelation would hamper government operations and decision-making. While not explicitly in the Constitution, executive privilege has been used by every U.S. president since George Washington in 1792. The most infamous perhaps was during Watergate, when it became clear the privilege does not extend to criminal investigations.
Records July 3, 2012
CRIME REPORTS
Sibling summer
Nyquist brothers enjoy time together with Lumbermen
COEUR d'ALENE - When starting something new, it usually helps to have a familiar face along for the ride to help guide you.
Texting while driving: Most don't, many have
It may be a challenge for many Press readers to put their "text machines" down while driving.
Guns blamed for western wildfires
SPOKANE (AP) — Campfires, fireworks and even lit cigarettes can spark wildfires. In the tinder-dry West, there is growing concern about the threat from guns.
NIC summer volleyball camps still accepting players
There are still spots left for players interested in North Idaho College volleyball camps this summer for grades 5 through 12 at NIC’s Christianson Gym. The camps will be taught by NIC volleyball coaches and players.
Celestial show
Roy Murdock captured lightning streaking across the sky as a massive storm erupted over his Coeur d'Alene neighborhood Monday night. (Courtesy photo)
Kiddos kick off July 4th festivities
DHW: Mosquito activity up; 'Fight the Bite'
Idaho mosquito abatement districts are reporting increased mosquito populations throughout the state, prompting public health officials to remind people to take precautions and ‘fight the bite’ against West Nile virus.
Man accused of assaulting grandmother with gun
Following a standoff with sheriff's deputies, a Post Falls man is in police custody after allegedly threatening his grandmother with a firearm and then using the weapon to strike her on the shoulder.
Fugitive of the week
The North Idaho Violent Crimes Task Force is seeking information leading to the apprehension of Richard Arthur Allen.
Independence Day supply and demand
Say you’re invited to a 4th of July-themed potluck, you may or may not be surprised to find China brings a big chunk of Americana to the table.
Hart offers $12K to clear $600K tax debt
BOISE (AP) — A tax-protesting Idaho lawmaker is offering to pay $12,000 over five years to settle debts totaling more than a half-million dollars.
Harris: ULUC opposition is unprincipled
From relentlessly sunny Southern California, I noted the recent and growing uproar over Kootenai County’s land use code re-write. And from here, where the sprawl goes on and on and on for miles, the growing opposition to Kootenai County’s Unified Land Use Code (ULUC) project appears to be either pointlessly obstructionist or appallingly uninformed. Either way, if the opponents were truly interested in property rights and regulatory streamlining, they’d be supporting the County’s reform efforts.
Beloved actor Andy Griffith dies at 86
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Andy Griffith, who made homespun Southern wisdom his trademark as the wise sheriff in "The Andy Griffith Show" and the rumpled defense lawyer in "Matlock," died Tuesday. He was 86.
New NIC president tours raffle house on his first day
Less than 600 tickets remain for the chance to win this year’s $250,000 grand prize home. Only 5,000 tickets are sold at $100 each. A $100 ticket gives a chance to own the three-bedroom, two-bath rancher-style home loaded with special features including a full, unfinished basement, granite counters, stainless steel appliances, gas fireplace, high efficiency heat pump, large covered patio and a fully landscaped lot.
Legals July 3, 2012
Case No.: CV12-4278 Notice of Hearing on Name Change A Petition to change the name of Nickolas Maxwell Reyburn, born 03/05/1987, in Salt Lake City, Utah, residing at 2564 West Canyon Drive, Coeur d'Alene, has been filed in Kootenai County District Court, Idaho. The name will change to Nickolas Craig Turner, because at the time I was born mu mother was not married to my father and the hospital would not allow my mother to put my father's last name on the Birth Certificate. They are married today and I want my fathers last name. The petitioner's father is living and his address is: 7623 Summit Peak DR. #C308, Midvale, Utah 84047 A hearing on the petition is scheduled for 9:30 o'clock a.m. on July 16th, 2012, at the County Courthouse. Objections may be filed by any person who can show the court a good reason against the name change. Date: 6/7/12. By: Janlyn K. Cleveland Deputy Clerk Legal 5559 June 12, 19, 26, July 3, 2012
Monday, July 2
Not part of the blueprint
Owner puzzled after restaurant vandalized three times in two months
Big on Broadway
Laura Little of Hayden Lake co-producer of 'Starcatcher' that claimed five Tonys
Laura Little reads in the range of five scripts a month.
Beck leads Indians past Yakima
Mackimmie fans 11 in Coeur d'Alene's 9-10 win
Will the wettest June ever be followed by a hotter- and drier-than-normal summer?
Weather Gems
Below, I've listed the 10 wettest Junes on record in Coeur d'Alene since 1895 and a description of the following summer months of July and August, precipitationwise and otherwise.
Schmitt earns invite to leadership program in D.C.
Warrants July 1, 2012
Leslie wins disc golf tourney
Coeur d' Alene - City of Resilience
The theme of the 2012 Association of Idaho Cities (AIC) Annual Conference, "Resilient Idaho Cities: Addressing Economic, Social and Environmental Challenges Together," invited city leaders to learn from each other's experiences. Cities were also asked to nominate their biggest successes. The City of Coeur d'Alene received Resilient City Awards for the following projects and programs:Wastewater Treatment Plant expansion supports energy efficiency
Wildlife underpass apparently works
An average of 2,600 vehicles travel to and from the Boise area on Idaho 21 each day.
'Oh, say can you see'
Press reader, Ken Leight, of Post Falls, captured this display of patriotic pride gracing a roadside structure in Post Falls.
Sheriff's warrant roundup
New Idaho laws target driver texts, e-cigarettes
BOISE (AP) — Idaho is introducing a series of laws with the start of a new month.
Gerry House, Hayden Lake activist, remembered
HAYDEN LAKE — Gerry House's past was the reason he tended to Hayden Lake's future.
Petition seeks to stagger food stamp distribution
NAMPA (AP) — A petition supported by Idaho grocers and a nonprofit advocacy group seeks to stagger the distribution of food stamp benefits.
Found Images - June 30
Slice of life images found while out and about in Kootenai County.
Suspected DUI leads to chase, use of Taser
Police applied a stun gun on 40-year-old Rathdrum man on Sunday night after an alleged hit-and-run accident, vehicle pursuit and the DUI suspect appeared to be reaching into a pocket in which a knife was found.
Found Images - June 23
Slice of life images found while out and about in Kootenai County.
PHD and Americorps seek health advocate
HAYDEN – Panhandle Health District has teamed up with the AmeriCorps Program to offer a one-year position as a Health Advocate in the PHD Hayden office starting Sept. 1.
Found Images - June 16
Slice of life images found while out and about in Kootenai County.
Powered parachute crash injures two
POST FALLS — Two men were injured Sunday when a powered parachute crashed while attempting to take off from a Post Falls church parking lot.
Legals July 2, 2012
Notice of Trustee's Sale Idaho Code 45-1506 Today's date: May 24, 2012 File No.: 7021.10765 Sale date and time (local time): October 02, 2012 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: 2644 S Big Rock Rd Post Falls, ID 83854 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: Matthew S. Stone, and Stacey I. Stone, husband and wife Original trustee: Fidelity National Title Ins Co. Original beneficiary: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. solely as nominee for Countrywide Home Loans, Inc. Recording date: May 25, 2007 Recorder's instrument number: 2101459000 County: Kootenai Sum owing on the obligation: as of May 24, 2012: $402,929.81 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: A tract of land in the Southeast quarter of the Northwest of Section 30, Township 50 North, Range 5 West, Boise Meridian, Kootenai County, Idaho, more specifically described as follows: Commencing at the Southwest corner of said Southeast quarter of the Northwest quarter; thence North 00 degrees 06' 26'' East along the West line of said Southeast quarter of the Northwest quarter, a distance of 913.22 feet to the True Point of Beginning; thence leaving said West line, North 65 degrees 19' 21'' East, a distance of 188.50 feet; thence North 73 degrees 45' 57'' East, a distance of 305.64 feet; thence North 67 degrees 11' 13'' East, a distance of 330.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 03' 50'' West, a distance of 351.77 feet, more or less, to a point on the North line of said Southeast quarter to the Northwest quarter; Westerly along said North line, a distance of 767.88 feet, more or less, to the Northwest corner of said Southeast quarter of the Northwest quarter; thence South 00 degrees 06' 26'' West, a distance of 400.43 feet, more or less, 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# 7021.10765) 1002.217123-File No. Legal 5552 June 11, 18, 25, July 2, 2012
Sunday, July 1
The Front Row with MARK NELKE July 1, 2012
When it comes to directing an offense, Gesser has been there, done that
Roughly a decade ago, when the Washington State football coaches headed home after a long day of game-planning, a young guy thinking of his future often walked out of the building with them.
SPENDING: EU and Cd'A are alike
Thirty-six million for this. Forty million for that. More school boards. These people just do not get it! Greece, Italy, Portugal, Spain, Coeur d’Alene. They just can’t keep away from the trough.
Same goal, different ways of getting there
North Idaho teams flock to Spokane for world's largest 3-on-3 tournament Hoopfest 2012
Hoopfest.
Report: Ex-PSU president OK'd not reporting abuse
Capone's comes to Hayden
Business Bits
It won't happen until the end of the year, but Capone's Pub & Grill will be adding its third Kootenai County location.
EU's changing faces raise doubts for future
Kim Brown: Speak well
IN PERSON
Real estate may get boost from banks
Recent news stories indicate that banks may be loosening lending requirements a bit. This would be a welcome change to those frustrated by the rigid requirements of late. Not that we would advocate for the too recent environment of "no doc" loans, but there are some good people out there who, despite the economic downturn, could be good risks for banks.
TRASH: We can do better than this
BE CONSIDERATE OF OUR ENVIRONMENT! Over the last few years I have become increasingly disgusted at the personal garbage and animal bodies that people are leaving by the side of the road(s). Most recently under the lone tree on Wyoming someone left four large truck tires on rims nicely stacked.
Cradle-to-grave Cuba: Poised for rebirth?
The 1986 measures taken against South Africa surely hastened the end of apartheid. In most other cases, embargoes are a blunder. Take Cuba. We started imposing sanctions against Cuba a half century ago. Where have they gotten us?
London Games hard-pressed to match 2008
RECALL: Clear example of fraud
After returning to Coeur d’Alene on June 28, I was informed that my name was included on the Recall Petition and was rejected because of incorrect information. I have been out of the country for two years and did not sign or authorize anyone to do so. Someone fraudulently signed my name to the Coeur d’Alene Recall Petition.
Northwest Notes July 1, 2012
Third party of first importance
The Coeur d'Alene City Council will spend wisely if it commits funding to a third party to negotiate contracts with its three unions.
ATCO to build modular housing for oil, mining sites
Surfin' the St. Joe
Former St. Maries coach applies woodworking talents to making paddleboards
INDICTED: Fair trial now in doubt
The Coeur d’Alene Press recently printed an article about a local man being indicted for unlawful possession of a firearm. Let me start by saying that such a slanderous article should be a crime in and of itself. Secondly, how is it even within legal limitations for The Press and now the local community to have knowledge of such an indictment well before the accused and his attorney were even notified? How can this man be expected to receive a fair and unbiased trial now?
Volunteering is a feel-good thing
Volunteer Corner
When you enter the St. Vincent de Paul HELP Center on a Monday morning and every other Thursday, the first people you will see are John and Elaine Almquist. There they sit with a clipboard and sign-in sheet in hand greeting everyone with a warm welcome. John and Elaine are there to meet with people and explain the available resources. And they do so promptly; to be sure no one is left waiting. "We try to accommodate people as quickly as we can," John said.
Phelps tops Lochte at 200 trials
Olympic Trials
Errors cost Tribe at Boise
There's money in that timber
Harvesting national forests could pay off for counties, other local governments
North Idaho officials are lauding a bill, just rolled out by Idaho's first district representative, which aims to provide local government agencies with millions by harvesting federally owned timber.
Wasden warns consumers
Toyota to recall Lexus SUVs
LAND CODE: Don't buy the euphemisms
I would like to thank the nearly 300 people who packed the Community Room of the Coeur d’Alene library Tuesday evening for the Kootenai County Unified Land Use Code (ULUC) Public Workshop.
Believe it or not, it's now officially summer!
My Garden Path
Yes, the official first day of summer landed on June 20 this year. But, it looks like dear old Mother Nature did it to us again with another cold and wet spring. Several records were broken as it rained 11 of the first 13 days in June. It didn't stop there either. I sure hope the ducks were happy. Nobody else was.
UI rejects $1M settlement offer in fraternity fall
Officials: Dollar amount exceeds maximum liability
Sandpoint sweeps Post Falls, advances to regionals
Serena's next foe wins a perfect set
Kuroda's 11 Ks lift Yanks past ChiSox
NIC: Suggestion from a customer
I’m a big fan of going paperless. I’ve opted to receive my phone and cable bills through email. I also receive my bank statements online. It’s very convenient, but in all cases I chose to receive email notifications as an option.
Boise State officially withdraws from Mountain West
Boise State formally withdrew from the Mountain West Conference on Saturday, according to numerous media outlets, including The Idaho Statesman, the Las Vegas Review-Journal and cbssports.com.
Disc golf becoming quite popular
SCOTUS: Now it's legislative branch
The word TAX does not even exist within the Affordable Care Act, (ObamaCare). The administration’s main argument in this court case was that it WAS NOT a tax!
Milestone Announcements July 1, 2012
Legion Baseball
Balancing act
U.S. consumer spending and wages flat in May
Keselowski pulls away for Kentucky win
Oil soars 9.4% as Europe moves to tackle crisis
Live from London
Feast of arts, galaxy of stars for Olympic Games
Editorial: Third party of first importance
The Coeur d’Alene City Council will spend wisely if it commits funding to a third party to negotiate contracts with its three unions.
