Ellington

Thousands mourn fallen firefighters

Trio were killed Aug. 19 fighting blaze near Twisp

Time to 'smell the roses' for this climatologist

Weather Gems

I'm not exactly riding into the "chemtrail sunset," but I'm going to cut my weekly workload to 50 hours or so from the current 70 hours plus per week. As Yogi Berra, the famed New York Yankee catcher once said, "when I see a fork in the road, I take it."

Palaniuk second at bass-fishing tourney

Cancer support group changes dates, location

A bit of moisture helps, but we're not out of the woods yet

The 2015 fire season is something that hasn't been seen in these parts for about 100 years. The combination of little to no snowpack, hot and dry weather, no precipitation and gusty winds has knocked the Northwest for a loop.

Idaho briefs August 31, 2015

White House renames Mount McKinley as Denali on eve of trip

Canadians edge Indians

General Mills sets ambitious goal for greenhouse gas cuts

Thinking outside the hotel box: Part 2

Destination: Everywhere

You've seen the movie "Hostel" right?

The poop about the fair

Where does all that animal waste go?

NIC men's soccer team off to 2-0 start

Local sports roundup

Warrants

Here is this week's list of suspected lawbreakers sought by Kootenai County police agencies and the sheriff's office:

O. Rey Rule Jr.

O. Rey Rule Jr. passed away August 27, 2015 at Hospice House after a short illness, he was 93 years old.  Rey lived a full life, he was one of the Greatest Generation, serving in combat with the US Army in Europe.  He went on to an outstanding and successful career in banking.  He loved his family, his country and his God.  Rey leaves his wife Ann, children Pamela Sullivan, Peggy (Jacob) Meyer, Peter (Ramona) Rule, Grandson Bryan Rule Sullivan, brother Bill Rule, extended family, well loved nieces and nephews and many dear friends.

'Uncrushable spirit'

Diagnosed with ALS, Coeur d’Alene man chooses to become advocate for disease awareness and forms Matt’s Place Foundation

Ignite CdA responds to Sen. Mary Souza

Tony Berns, the executive director of ignite cda, the city of Coeur d'Alene's urban renewal agency, responded today to Sen. Mary Souza's Aug. 19 questions about the agency's new name and its public relations campaign. The agency's response indicates they do not consider it PR, but rather, community outreach with the goal of informing and engaging with the community. 

Legals August 31, 2015

Notice of Trustee's Sale Idaho Code 45-1506 Today's date: July 24, 2015 File No.: 7023.111653 Sale date and time (local time): November 30, 2015 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: 30053 N Two Rock Road Athol, ID 83801 Successor Trustee: Northwest Trustee Services, Inc., an Idaho Corporation P.O. Box 997 Bellevue, WA 98009 (425) 586-1900 Deed of Trust information Original grantor: James Wayne Hollingsworth, an unmarried man Original trustee: Pioneer Title Company Original beneficiary: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Recording date: September 21, 2009 Recorder's instrument number: 2232676000 County: KOOTENAI Sum owing on the obligation: as of July 24, 2015: $284,436.24 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: Current Beneficiary has declared that the Grantor is in breach of the terms and conditions of the obligation secured by the deed of trust. The nature of the breach is that HOLLINGSWORTH, JAMES WAYNE is deceased and is grounds for acceleration on the Deed of Trust per paragraph 9 (a) (i) "A Borrower dies and the Property is not the principal residence of at least one surviving Borrower." 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 South half of the South half of the Northeast quarter of the Northwest quarter of Section 13, Township 53 North, Range 3 West, Boise Meridian, Kootenai County, State of 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. HOLLINGSWORTH, JAMES WAYNE (TS# 7023.111653) 1002.282131-File No. LEGAL 4035 AUGUST 10, 17, 24, 31, 2015

Donna Berkey, 81

Donna Berkey, 81, of Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, our dear mother, grandmother and sister Donna Irene Berkey was born Aug. 10, 1934, in Harrison, Wyo., to Kirk and Wilma Thornburg.

LIFE: It's all worth defending

With reference to Shawn Glen, the woman’s life is worth defending. She has been subjected to much social and cultural degradation, over the course of many centuries. If she is poor, she doesn’t have access to the kind of health care, the wealthier people can avail themselves of. For her, Planned Parenthood becomes a resource for cancer screening among other things. If she is poor and has children, the same people who would condemn her for terminating her pregnancy are also prepared to condemn her if she bears children she can’t afford to raise. Anti-choicers, you can’t have it both ways.

Milestone Announcements August 30, 2015

U.S. oil prices climb again after Thursday's big jump

Neighborhood of the week: Equestrian centers and sporting ranches

Americans have had an infatuation with and passion for horses since the founding of our country. The equestrian culture and lifestyle has a significant impact on our national, state, and local economies, including the real estate market.

FLOWERS: This tour wants yours

Thanks for showing us so many beautiful flowers and gardens. Now let’s hear from some of those gardeners who would like to be featured on the garden tour next year! It’s a fun and enlightening experience. Contact us at CdaGardenClub.com – or [email protected]

Pentagon funding new high-tech venture

Wearable health monitors could be built into military uniforms

Experts say tough talk on China overlooks economic realities

THE FRONT ROW WITH MARK NELKE: Sunday, August 30, 2015

Much on the line for local college teams

Today, we take our annual stab at how area college football teams will fare this season:

Q&A about this week's market turmoil in China and beyond

Realtors vigilant regarding property rights

As Kootenai County continues to develop a Comprehensive Plan, the Coeur d'Alene Association of Realtors is taking an active role. Many of you will remember the last attempt to adopt a comp plan. Consultants were hired at tremendous expense to the county and Realtors hired a land use law firm to poke holes in the ill fated plan which was later scrapped.

STORE: Duck a possible lawsuit

For almost 40 years, commuting between Spokane and our Twin Lakes cabin, we would buy car and boat gas, oil, refreshments, supplies, and ice cream at a store in Rathdrum. After the owner hung flowered baskets, my husband, who is 6’5”, cracked his head several times on the one that hangs right outside the exit door. He politely requested that the one that created a safety hazard for all tall customers be removed. The owner pompously told him that he got compliments on the hanging baskets, and business was going great. My husband hasn’t been back since.

Kathy Flint: Protecting the east side

IN PERSON

Immigration shift shows India, China outpacing Mexico

Trump looking for fair treament from GOP

Heading in the right direction

U.S. consumer spending up moderate 0.3 percent in July

Victoria 'Tory' Worley, 86

Victoria "Tory" Worley passed away peacefully in her sleep at Generations Assisted Living and Wellness in Rathdrum, Idaho, on Aug. 25, 2015.

Quite the collection of comic characters

Cd'A Library hosts comic culture fans at inaugural Coeur d'Con

Donna 'Baslington' Pahl, 72

Donna "Baslington" Pahl, 72, passed away peacefully on Aug. 26, 2015, at North Idaho Hospice in Hayden Lake, Idaho. Donna was born on Sept. 22,1942, to the late Willard Baslington and mother Deliva "Edwards" Scott.

Ridin' with Biden?

Clinton challenge a rough road for the VP

Brazil recession: GDP plunges 1.9 percent in second quarter

PASTOR: Out of line with comments

I cannot sit by idly and not address the comments of Paul Van Noy in the August 22 article about titled “Pastor: ‘Demonic forces’ striking at religious freedom.”

Not wanting to become another New Jersey

Inside Boise's battle with the Japanese beetle

HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL AT THE KIBBIE DOME: Tide turns quickly

Sandpoint scores twice in 18 seconds, rallies past Post Falls

Say it with flowers (and photos)

Garden aficionado Bonnie Warwick notes her appreciation for all the submitted flower photos published in The Press over the past few weeks, and she certainly isn't alone in noticing. Many readers have thanked us for sharing locals' floral flair, and the photos are still coming in.

Airman First Class Patton honored, remembered

Palaniuk extends lead in fishing event

'Let All My Life Be Music'

Idaho Falls musician, 90, still plays every day

IGNORANCE: A path for hypocrites

In response to Corey Craig’s guest opinion Aug. 25, “Hypocrites abound in same-sex marriage fight,” he states, “Clearly there are people of faith who are sinning as well, and maybe aren’t even aware of it.” He is absolutely correct.

Blight-resistant Burbanks to spring up

NIC ROUNDUP: Cardinal men, women open season with victories at NWAC friendlies

Wildfires spark debate

Lawmakers say changes needed; Forest Service says it's doing its best with available funds

Brad Corkill is fuming over the wildfires that have devastated the Northwest this summer.

'Very hurtful to farmers and ranchers'

EPA: Clean water rule in effect despite court ruling

PREP ROUNDUP: Lake City captures Lewiston tourney

LDS News August 30, 2015

Fire near Priest Lake leads to evacuations

Several dozen residents in the Squaw Valley area near Priest Lake were evacuated Saturday after winds fanned the Tower Fire, pushing the 18,478-acre fire toward their homes.

Your own GPS for success

It's getting easier and easier to navigate the highways and byways through the magic of GPS - the Global Positioning System. The service is in your car, your phone, your tablet, your watch. You are running out of excuses for not getting to where you want to go.

In Alaska, Obama to walk fine line on climate change, energy

Cracker Barrel confusion

Business Bits

Everyone keeps asking: "What's with Cracker Barrel?"

Ruth (Beaudette) Desilets, 91

Ruth passed away Aug. 13, 2015, at her home in Rathdrum, Idaho. Ruth was a loving, caring and giving mother and grandmother. She was born in the small town of Franklin, Mass., on July 2, 1924, to Paul and Agnes Beaudette; she was the youngest of six children.

'I didn't go through what all the other people did'

Gulf Coast marks Katrina's fury, celebrates rebirth

Not what it's cracked up to be?

As Common Core results trickle in, initial goals unfulfilled

Survey: Plunging stock prices hit U.S. consumer sentiment

Winds cause 50-acre fire in Rathdrum

A smattering of rain and a break in the relentless dusty wind allowed fire crews to get a potentially dangerous 50-acre fire in Rathdrum under control Saturday.

Pacesetter companies kick off annual United Way Campaign

Volunteer Corner

Since 1957, individuals and companies have stepped up to plan and coordinate the United Way of Kootenai County annual campaign. Back then, the campaign was called the "United Crusade" and included volunteers going door to door asking for donations. While the basics of fundraising are similar, times have changed with how it's done and what the funds are used for.

PREP FOOTBALL: Timberlake scores late to knock off Frenchtown in season opener

Far East fallout

As markets drop, question is: Will the Chinese still shop?

Larry Llewellyn, 91

Larry Llewellyn was born in Detroit, Mich., and was raised in Los Angeles, Calif. He remained there until he enlisted in the Navy in 1942 departing to Farragut, Idaho, for basic training.

DRIVERS: Red light means stop

What is with all the people running red lights? I see them every single day, and one recent morning alone, I counted six cars running red lights within the space of about two hours. Part of the problem is the yellow lights are too short, forcing more people to end up going through red ones. Someone in the city needs to address that problem.

FIRE: Aerial idea has its flaws

In the Aug. 26 “My Turn” column, Mr. Joseph Coomer described a system by which forest fires could be battled by using large wide-body airplanes which have been converted to water tankers. The airplanes would be equipped with a “highly controllable” water cannon able to deliver 5,000 GPM at up to 1,000 PSI while circling at 3,000 feet above the fire.

Bracing for the worst

With heavy winds, extremely dry conditions and a chance of lightning strikes in the forecast for Saturday, firefighters throughout the region are on high alert.

That sense of wonder

Hypnotism, magic, escapist illusions part of the fun at the North Idaho Fair and Rodeo

COEUR d'ALENE - Two rows of chairs sat atop the main stage, filled with complete strangers who bravely volunteered to be part of the show.

Coeur d'Aleers call for voices

A new season for the 3Cs' Coeur d'Aleers will begin Sept. 8. and new members are always welcome, no audition necessary.

More Guard members to help with fires

Twenty deploy to assist in Coeur d'Alene River Ranger District

More Idaho National Guard personnel joined firefighting efforts on Friday in support of crews battling the Grizzly Complex Fire in the Idaho Panhandle National Forest.

Healthy eating helps NFL players achieve fitness goals

PHILADELPHIA - Long before Chip Kelly arrived in Philadelphia and banned junk food in favor of personalized smoothies, fitness experts have been helping NFL players get bigger, stronger and faster by changing their eating habits.

Man gets life in prison for killing family

BOISE (AP) - A 22-year-old Idaho man will spend the rest of his life prison for killing a former Arizona power company executive, his wife and their adult son at a Boise home.

Not quite there yet

Lakeland drops opener to experienced Lewiston

RATHDRUM — They’re not quite where they want to be at Lakeland High.

'It won't make it 50 years'

Scientists, tribe study shrinking Washington glacier

MOUNT BAKER, Wash. - Mauri Pelto digs his crampons into the steep icy slope on Mount Baker in Washington and watches as streams of water cascade off the thick mass of bare, bluish ice. Every 20 yards, the water carves vertical channels in the face of the glacier as it rushes downstream.

What makes us human makes abortion inhumane

A recent Letter to the Editor made the claim that a human fetus, because it shares characteristics with other species, cannot be classified as "human" and this non-human state exists past birth for a minimum of three months. This is a stunning and disturbing claim on several levels.

Tropical storm warnings in Dominican Republic, Bahamas

Hurricane off Mexico does not pose threat to land

MIAMI (AP) - New tropical storm warnings have been issued for parts of the Dominican Republic and the Bahamas as Tropical Storm Erika approaches.

Focusing on Fischer

Fed vice chair in spotlight as markets seek rate hike clues

WASHINGTON - What once seemed a sure bet - that the Federal Reserve would raise interest rates in September - suddenly appears less certain following a wild week of stock market turbulence.

Cecil, Caitlyn heat up the Halloween costume wars early

NEW YORK - Who gets to decide what grown people wear for Halloween?

Teacher who was late 111 times says he was eating breakfast

TRENTON, N.J. - An elementary school teacher who was allowed to keep his job despite being late for work 111 times in two years said Friday that breakfast is to blame for his tardiness.

Looking back on training Iraqi Army

This September marks the 10th anniversary of my return from Iraq in 2004 to 2005. Being deployed as a cross level soldier to the 98th Division, now headquartered at Fort Benning, Ga., we were tasked with a historic mission to train the Iraqi Army.

A hard way to get going

Rocky Mountain overuns young Lake City in opener

MOSCOW —Whether the game was played at Lake City, or the Kibbie Dome — or on Madden — the young Lake City Timberwolves couldn’t have asked for a much tougher opener on Friday.

Bucking the trend

Mechanical bull operators display Confederate battle flag at fair attraction

COEUR d'ALENE - For a modest tip, Jerry and Kathy Boone's dog will take a ride on the family's mechanical bull attraction at the North Idaho Fair and Rodeo.

Ancient cedars survive wildfires

EAGLE (AP) - An ancient cedar grove appears to have survived a wildfire that burned through northern Idaho, leaving officials optimistic about the chances a similar stand in Montana will survive.

Immigration causing consternation

Trump proposals risk deepening GOP rift on immigration

WASHINGTON - Donald Trump has exposed anew the deep rift inside the Republican Party on immigration, a break between its past and the country's future that the party itself has said it must bridge if the GOP ever hopes to win back the White House.

Fire crews hope for break in weather

PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) - Northwest fire officials told U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack that incoming cooler weather could help calm the massive blazes that threaten thousands of homes, but wind storms may cause extreme fire behavior in the interim.

PREP ROUNDUP: Vikings split matches at Big Sky High

VOLLEYBALL

Overestimating their abilities?

Survey: Generation LOL most irked by grammar, spelling slips

NEW YORK - It's the LOL generation that appears most annoyed by bad grammar and spelling slips, according to a survey by Dictionary.com.

Spin to win

Developing a high cadence can benefit cyclists of all abilities

While pounding the pedals in a low gear has a place in cycling, riders from beginners to expert have much to gain by being able to spin with high revolutions-per-minute cadences.

NIC volleyball: Cardinals come back to top L-C State

LEWISTON - North Idaho College bounced back off a 1-0 deficit in nonconference women's volleyball action on Friday, beating Lewis-Clark State College, 18-25, 25-22, 25-22, 26-24, in the Red Lion Classic.

Ketosis: Part 2

This week, I am going to recap one of my recent columns to make a correction and perhaps offer some additional and better information on a subject.

Nampa man charged with multiple felonies

NAMPA (AP) - One of three men arrested in connection to a fatal shooting in Nampa on Saturday has been charged with multiple felonies.

Police: Idaho City fire caused by arson

BOISE (AP) - Police are saying the fire that burned down five businesses in downtown Idaho City was set intentionally.

Undercover and out of control

Sagle resident writes book about police work

SAGLE - A drug-free work environment had a whole different meaning for former undercover narcotics strike force agent and current Sagle resident Neil Tietjen.

Apple's music service losing key player as exec resigns

SAN FRANCISCO - Apple's online music subscription service is losing a key player as millions of listeners near the end of a free three-month trial period that has drawn mixed reviews.

GOP's tough talk doesn't square with U.S.-China relationship

CHARLESTON, S.C. - If there was ever a week for the Republican presidential candidates to talk tough on China, this was it: Spurred by the stock market's wild ride, they lashed out at the world's most populous nation.

No new taxes

County decides against 1 percent tax increase

COEUR d'ALENE - At the last minute, Kootenai County commissioners decided not to raise property taxes after all.

Saterfiel seeking re-election

HAYDEN - Hayden City Councilman Roger Saterfiel is running for re-election.

Politics of Lebanon: garbage

Mediterranean oasis shiny on outside, rotting from the inside

BEIRUT - To the casual visitor, Lebanon may seem like a tiny slice of Mediterranean modernity and coexistence in a turbulent region plagued by violence and extremism.

THE FRONT ROW WITH JASON ELLIOTT: Saturday, August 29, 2015

New look for the holidays

Times are changing on the campus of North Idaho College.

Legals August 29, 2015

IN THE DISTRICT COURT FOR THE FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT FOR THE STATE OF IDAHO, IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF KOOTENAI Case No. CV15-5425 NOTICE OF HEARING ON NAME CHANGE(Adult) IN RE: Jana Faye Regnere A Petition to change the name of Jana Faye Regnere, now residing in the City of Hayden, State of Idaho, has been filed in the District Court in Kootenai County, Idaho. The name will change to Jana Faye Heck. The reason for this change is because I divorced my spouse. A hearing on the Petition is scheduled for 9 o'clock AM on September 14, 2015 at the Kootenai County Courthouse. Objections may be filed by any person who can show the court a good reason against the name change. LEGAL 4041 AUGUST 8, 15, 22, 29, 2015

Prep volleyball season is underway: Post Falls opens season with pair of sweeps

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The story behind animals in captivity

Wednesday was National Dog Day. I enjoyed seeing all the posts on social media of people with their dogs and cute quotes about how wonderful dogs are. I couldn't help but notice the irony in this, for on this very same day I saw that there would be a sea lion show at the Fairgrounds all week.

Love at first sight

St. Maries girl chosen as first international curly horse ambassador

ST. MARIES - Sarah Thaut delicately spoke into the soft, pointed ear of her chestnut mare, Twiz, on a hot mid-August afternoon.

'How you feel determines what you'll do'

A Q&A with Wall Street's top psychiatrist on market turmoil

NEW YORK - When it seems like the stock market has lost its mind, big banks and investment firms often turn to one particular psychiatrist: Richard Peterson, CEO of MarketPsych, a firm that applies research from behavioral science to financial markets.

Tribe's $1 million pledge helps Kroc

Cd'A facility has 16K members, provides economic boost

COEUR d'ALENE - Seven years ago, The Salvation Army Kroc Center was just an empty field and a pie-in-the-sky idea to build a community center.

Elaine Thomas Barrett Smalley, 83

Elaine Thomas Barrett Smalley passed away in hospice care in Arizona on Aug. 16, 2015, following an extended struggle with Parkinson's Disease. She was 83 years old and deeply loved.

A farewell to (some) arms

Wal-Mart drops semi-autos despite strong local markets

COEUR d'ALENE - Fewer people are going to Wal-Mart for AR-15 rifles and other semi-automatic weapons, prompting the retailer to stop selling the products entirely.

Oyelowo talks Emmy nomination after Oscar snub

NEW YORK - David Oyelowo, who played the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. in the film "Selma," says there's an interesting upside to not getting an Oscar nomination.

Dennis the Menace's 'pain in the neck' now cures them

On Aug. 30, the first Guiding Star Gala benefiting "A Minor Consideration" - a nonprofit foundation to support young performers - will be held at Lucky Strike in the Hollywood & Highland Mall complex in Hollywood.

On the town

Culture and nightlife

Grizzly euthanized after breaking into buildings

ISLAND PARK, Idaho (AP) - A nearly toothless, 25-year-old male grizzly bear that repeatedly broke into buildings in eastern Idaho has been euthanized.

MAXX: Applause for K9 and his cop

The Coeur d’Alene Dog Fanciers were honored to host Officer Andy Sterling and K9 Maxx from the Coeur d’Alene Police Canine Unit. Andy presented a program to our group in an entertaining and personal manner. His passion and love of law enforcement and Maxx were obvious. Maxx was energetic and you could tell he enjoyed working. Both are excellent representatives of our law community. Maxx will soon be retiring and we hope he is able to stay with Andy and his family.

More federal, state forest lands closed due to wildfires

Due to the increasing number of wildfires in the area and concern for public safety, a temporary emergency wildfire closure has been issued.

Records

DIVORCES FILED

Making the world a better place

Local fifth-grader earns national invention title for 'Ability App'

COEUR d'ALENE - When 10-year-old Alex Knoll realized that life can be pretty rough for disabled people, he set out to change things.

TRUMP: Wrong on immigration

Donald Trump concerns me, especially his views on immigration and his knowledge of the Constitution. The 14th Amendment grants citizenship to “all persons born or naturalized in the United States.” If he were elected, he wants to deport the birthright children which is obviously a violation of the 14th Amendment.

Bacon to perform on stage in 'Rear Window' this fall

NEW YORK (AP) - Kevin Bacon will star in a stage adaptation of the story that inspired Alfred Hitchcock's 1954 classic film "Rear Window."

An evening of laughs

Comedy Night today, Saturday at The Best Western Plus Coeur d'Alene Inn

COEUR d'ALENE - The Best Western Plus Coeur d'Alene Inn is hosting two nights of national comedy acts today and Saturday.

COUNTY: Permit process painful

On May 26, 2015, my architect and condo board applied to Kootenai County for a permit for the rebuild of an outdoor deck and staircase, etc. The permit is still in “review,” according to the website. Another page on the website says, “APPROVED” by Ben Tarbutton on June 2, 2015, and again on June 17, 2015. When I call or visit the planning department, I’m told the plans are “still in review.”

Season begins today ... we hope

Four games moved to Kibbie Dome due to poor air quality, three others still slated for outdoors

The high school football season for local teams is scheduled to begin today ... or Saturday ... or, if air quality doesn't improve, maybe not until next week.

More sage grouse spending promised

PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) - The federal government plans to spend more than $200 million over the next three years on programs to protect greater sage grouse in Western states - regardless of whether the bird receives federal protections, U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said.

EMBRYO: Fully human from start

In response to Cecil Kelly III, it is a myth that an organism goes through its supposed evolutionary history during any time in its development.

RELIGION: A constitutional problem

I’m not going to refer to any specific letter to the editor, rather to a common theme in many letters written to The Press. Those letters often defend political opinions based on religious beliefs or even quotes from the Bible. There are two salient problems with all or most of those opinions.

Lawyer: Former franchisee alerted Subway executive about Fogle

NEW YORK - A former franchisee alerted a Subway advertising executive in 2008 of her concerns about pitchman Jared Fogle, according to her lawyer.

AMC's 'Fear the Walking Dead' debuts to record audience

NEW YORK (AP) - Sunday's 90-minute series premiere of "Fear the Walking Dead" made television history. Delivering 10.1 million viewers, it took the crown as most-watched series debut in cable TV history for total viewers and all key demos, the AMC network said Monday.

Praises after the protests

Vietnam War vets, families to be honored; Contacts sought

COEUR d'ALENE - A local service organization will thank Vietnam War veterans and their families on Oct. 17 as part of the 50-year commemoration of the war.

Fire destroys couple's home

PRIEST RIVER - An elderly couple lost their home and narrowly avoided injury after a fire started with a vehicle and quickly engulfed their Priest River residence Tuesday night.

PAY: Idaho's balance is better

The Press has correctly stated that most locales’ government jobs pay drastically better than the private sector. The two exceptions I have seen are Kootenai County jobs and Montana. Coeur d’Alene city and Washington government employees appear overpaid.

Weeks receives Eagle Scout Award

Project involved building 16 garden boxes

Caleb Kent Sherrill Weeks, 18, recently received his Eagle Scout Award at a special Court of Honor held on his behalf.

Gay or straight, we're all worthy of God's grace

All right! Enough is enough! I've been reading this "discussion" ad-nauseam concerning "homosexual sin or no sin."

THE FRONT ROW WITH BRUCE BOURQUIN: Friday, August 28, 2015

Smoky times for area prep, NIC athletes

How have the recent fires and ensuing smoke been treating you, sports fans?

Letterman struggling with love of racing

SONOMA, Calif. - This kind of list makes David Letterman sick to his stomach and question his love of auto racing.

No decision in Renfro hearing

Preliminary procedure continues next week

COEUR d'ALENE - Jonathan Renfro's defense demanded to know why he was ever stopped and questioned by Sgt. Greg Moore the morning the veteran officer was murdered.

Shooter acts on previous threats

History shows anger, perceived slights in career

ROANOKE, Va. (AP) - On the day he was fired from a Virginia TV station, Vester Flanagan pressed a wooden cross into his boss' hand as two police officers walked him to the door. "You'll need this," he said.

World/Nation

Trump risks Republican rift on immigration

Firefighters hold the line against giant wildfire

CHELAN, Wash. - Firefighters were holding their own Thursday against the largest wildfire on record in Washington, even as rising temperatures and increased winds stoked the flames.

TRUMP: Right for our country

I see some ignorant person wrote bashing Donald Trump. Well, we haven’t had a president who speaks his mind since Truman.

Fair Games

North Idaho Fair and Rodeo midway offers fun and challenges

COEUR d'ALENE - The North Idaho Fair and Rodeo's carnival games may be a little more forgiving than in years past. The days of shoveling out hundreds of dollars for a 3-inch plush bear could be over.

Rand Paul stops in Boise along Western campaign tour

BOISE (AP) - Republican presidential hopeful Rand Paul stopped in Boise as part of his Western tour to rally support and attract voters in a red-dominated state that is likely to have its pick of candidates during the GOP primary election.

PASTOR: Question his values

Seems Pastor Van Noy can speak out both sides of his mouth.

Come on - rain!

Here we are, nearing the end of another summer. In a way it seems to have just flown by. But when you think about how early it actually began, it has been a long summer. We got our first hot weather, 90 degrees, the first week of June. That just never happens here.

An elephant looks into a crystal ball

Donald Trump is your next president.

FIREBUGS: Throw book at them

Regarding the recent arrests of two juvenile firebugs responsible for the Tubbs Hill fires:

Legals August 28, 2015

Notice of Trustee's Sale Idaho Code 45-1506 Today's date: July 30, 2015 File No.: 7023.113714 Sale date and time (local time): December 02, 2015 at 9:00 AM Sale location: La Quinta Inn & Suites - Coeur d'Alene, 333 W. Ironwood Drive, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814, Auction.com Room Property address: 5483 W Citruswood Drive 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: Timothy D Huntington and Jeanine N Huntington, Husband and Wife Original trustee: Kootenai County Title Co. Original beneficiary: Mountain West Bank Recording date: August 8, 2005 Recorder's instrument number: 1970731 County: Kootenai Sum owing on the obligation: as of July 30, 2015: $164,005.12 Because of interest, late charges, and other charges that may vary from day to day, the amount due on the day you pay may be greater. Hence, if you pay the amount shown above, an adjustment may be necessary after we receive your check. For further information write or call the Successor Trustee at the address or telephone number provided above. Basis of default: failure to make payments when due. Please take notice that the Successor Trustee will sell at public auction to the highest bidder for certified funds or equivalent the property described above. The property address is identified to comply with IC 60-113 but is not warranted to be correct. The property's legal description is: Lot 56, Block 1, Woodbridge Second Addition, according to the Plat recorded in the Office of the County Recorder in Book J of Plats at Pages 84, 84A and 84B, Records of Kootenai County, Idaho. The sale is subject to conditions, rules and procedures as described at the sale and which can be reviewed at www.northwesttrustee.com or USA-Foreclosure.com. The sale is made without representation, warranty or covenant of any kind. HUNTINGTON, TIMOTHY D. and JEANINE N. (TS# 7023.113714) 1002.282230-File No LEGAL 4040 AUGUST 14, 21, 28, 2015 SEPTEMBER 4, 2015

Rand Paul visits North Idaho

Presidential candidate drawn to spirit of Idaho

COEUR d'ALENE - Rand Paul believes the western U.S. is populated by many independent-minded people who seek to escape big government.

2015 Cabela's Post Falls Waterfowl Classic Goose Calling Contests winners

Contestants came from far and wide last weekend competed in the 2015 Cabela's Post Falls Watefowl Goose Calling Contests.

Northwest Notes: Thursday, August 27, 2015

Pickleball tournament set

Making a comeback

Airfare deals pop up as airlines wage limited fare wars

ABOARD AMERICAN AIRLINES FLIGHT 1223 (AP) - Airline fare wars are making a comeback.

Farragut Shooting Range available to prepare for hunting seasons

The Farragut Shooting Range is located on a site that was formerly a military training range. It was constructed as part of the Farragut Naval Training Station established by the U.S. Navy in September 1942.

Master Sergeant Donald R. Leen, 79

Master Sergeant Donald R. Leen, of Sagle, Idaho, passed away suddenly from a heart attack on Aug. 21, 2015, at the age of 79 years and 7 months. He was born on Jan. 31, 1936, in Roseau, Minn., to Arthur and Agnes Leen.

Fraud suspect still sought

Pendleton allegedly pictured on surveillance video

POST FALLS - A credit card fraud suspect who was forced to shut down his controversial Spokane bar last year remains wanted on a $25,000 bond.

Insurance companies finalize higher rates

BOISE (AP) - Idaho officials have released the final rate increases for health insurance plans in Idaho for 2016.

Records

DIVORCES GRANTED

PFPD chief to become president of state group

POST FALLS - Post Falls Police Chief Scot Haug will become president of the Idaho Chiefs of Police Association on Oct. 1.

Lt. Col. Joseph Dion, 91

These days the phrase "Mid-Century Modern" has a good deal of currency. For many people, it neatly encapsulates the "Mad Men" era: Post-war boom times, expanding suburbs, beat poets, be-bop, rock 'n' roll, James Dean, Stan Kenton, Stan Freberg, Eames chairs, Mad Magazine and architecture inspired by Mies van der Rohe.

Fire spares memorial

Family placed plaque for Ray Eaton on Cape Horn Mountain tree in 1991

BAYVIEW - A mountaintop memorial to a Bayview man was untouched by the July wildfire that consumed Cape Horn.

Don't confuse sex addicts, offenders

Recent local stories - of a financial aid director abusing his power against women, of a serial child molester, of an alleged rapist - have the disturbing sex offender in mind. We're told such behavior generally repeats itself; are these offenders addicts? Does it matter?

Fires limiting access to some areas, hunting seasons will go on

Hunters heading into the field need to beware of fire situations and possible area closures in their favorite hunting spots. They can get fire information and links to other websites at a designated fire page on the Idaho Department of Fish and Game's website at https://fishandgame.idaho.gov/content/fire.

Renfro hearing continues today

Body camera footage allegedly shows suspect shooting officer

COEUR d'ALENE - A major piece of evidence against Sgt. Greg Moore's alleged killer was reviewed by a judge - in private chambers - during a probable cause hearing Wednesday.

Theodore 'Ted' Melvin Reynolds, 87

Beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, great-great-grandfather and brother, Theodore "Ted" Melvin Reynolds, 87, of Hayden, Idaho (formerly of the Silver Valley) passed away Aug. 24, 2015, at the Hospice House in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. He was born March 11, 1928, in Wardner, Idaho. Ted was the son of Robert Glen and Zelda M. (Upchurch) Reynolds.

PREP ROUNDUP: Another game heading to the Dome

After waiting for the smoke to clear with little result, another area school is taking its home opener on the road.

Evan Mychal Larkin, 22

April 20, 1993 - Aug. 23, 2015

Idaho Fish and Game's deer and elk outlook

Idaho big game hunters could have a hunting season to brag about this fall, and deer hunters could see the best hunting in more than 20 years and potentially a record harvest for white-tailed deer.

Helping to grow the community

Coeur d'Alene Garden Club distributes $12,000 to 11 local organizations

COEUR d'ALENE - If you spent a beautiful Sunday visiting local gardens during the Coeur d'Alene Garden Club's Garden Tour, you may know the annual tour serves good causes.

U.S. durable goods orders up 2 percent in July

WASHINGTON - Orders to U.S. factories for long-lasting manufactured goods rose for a second month in July, and demand in a key category that tracks business investment plans jumped by the largest amount in 13 months.

Sizzling summer for Post Falls school projects

New elementary site work starts; River City addition to be ready for students

POST FALLS - It's been a race to the finish with one Post Falls school building construction project this summer, and the district reaching the starting line on another.

Redford takes a walk through his classic buddy roles

LOS ANGELES - When Robert Redford first acquired the film rights to Bill Bryson's memoir "A Walk in the Woods," he knew exactly who he wanted to play his Appalachian Trail hiking comrade: Paul Newman.

Idaho Air National Guard to battle fire

About 40 members of the Idaho Air National Guard have been called upon to assist firefighting efforts for the Tower Fire near Priest Lake.

Mary Louise Bryant, 82

Mary Louise Bryant, 82, of Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, passed away on Aug. 21, 2015. She was born June 12, 1933, to Lyle and Mary Foster in Mesa, Colo. Mary was wed to the love of her life, Billy Bryant, on Aug. 26, 1955, in Piedmont, Calif. Together they moved to Coeur d'Alene in December 1996.

Air quality remains hazy

Rating hits unhealthy levels, sports events could be canceled

COEUR d'ALENE - The air quality in North Idaho reached hazardous levels Wednesday due to smoke from multiple wildfires.

Briefs

Fernan Elementary receives grant

THE FRONT ROW WITH MARK NELKE: Thursday, August 27, 2015

Pros, cons of moving the games

The good news is Lake City and Coeur d'Alene have locked up a healthy place to play their season-opening high school football games on Friday.

Legals August 27, 2015

Notice of Trustee's Sale Idaho Code 45-1506 Today's date: July 23, 2015 File No.: 7345.28141 Sale date and time (local time): December 2, 2015 at 9:00 AM Sale location: La Quinta Inn & Suites - Coeur d'Alene, 333 W. Ironwood Drive, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814, Auction.com Room Property address: 204 West 17th Avenue 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: Kevin Perry, A Married Man, As His Sole & Separate Property Original trustee: Alliance Title & Escrow Corp Original beneficiary: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. solely as nominee for First Horizon Home Loans, A Division of First Tennessee Bank N.A., its Successors and Assigns Recording date: 01/24/2008 Recorder's instrument number: 2141795000 County: Kootenai Sum owing on the obligation: as of July 23, 2015: $130,852.83 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 East 15 feet of Lot 6 and all of Lot 7 in Block 3 of Robert's 1st Addition to Post Falls, according to the Official Plat thereof, filed in Book D of Plats at Page(s) 60 official records of Kootenai County, Idaho. The sale is subject to conditions, rules and procedures as described at the sale and which can be reviewed at www.northwesttrustee.com or USA-Foreclosure.com. The sale is made without representation, warranty or covenant of any kind. (TS# 7345.28141) 1002.282086-File No. LEGAL 3994 AUGUST 6, 13, 20, 27, 2015

Life Care Center's Bacon is award-winning

Ricky Bacon, Life Care Center of Coeur d’Alene’s director of housekeeping has been honored as the Idaho Health Care Association Skilled Nursing Employee of the Year.

Updates on the 'wine economy'

Oil prices continue to decline and the stock market had a tough week. China appears to no longer be growing, and much of Europe remains in the economic doldrums. As wine is a worldwide product in both supply and demand, it seems a good time to update wine consumers on the current economics of wine.

The fires of health and disease

As we watch the fires burning around the Northwest, we are concerned about the welfare of those close to the fires, and those exposed to the smoke. How hard it must be to lose your animals, your home, or your crops. It is a reminder that the forces of nature are still in control. Yes, the courageous men and women out there fighting the fires will eventually tame them. But nature, nonetheless, still rules. It is no different in our health.

Eleanor Downs (O'Neal) Nemec 'Downie,' 78

Eleanor Downs (O'Neal) Nemec "Downie" of Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, peacefully passed away Aug. 23, 2015, at home with her loving husband at her side. Downie was born in Tallassee, Ala., on March 25, 1937.

Hayden officials, KC commissioners reach agreement on airport

Hayden and county reach agreement related to airport

Kootenai man wins $200,000

Retirement had been good to Ralph Stuart of Kootenai. But on Friday last week, it got a little better.

Mary Ann Guenther, 74

Mary Ann (Nolen) Guenther, 74, of Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, went to be with her savior, Jesus Christ, on Aug. 23, 2015, after nine years of living with metastatic breast cancer that became progressively worse. She was a loving and positive person all her life and will be greatly missed by everyone that knew and loved her.

The energetic living matrix

In the emerging field of energetic medicine, many futuristic marvels are now in practice. By adopting a wellness approach that prevents breakdowns in our health (rather than a sickness approach that only reacts to symptoms), the human body's energetic field becomes a signpost as to where and when to address issues before they become symptomatic.

Llewellyn (Lew) R. France, 91

Llewellyn (Lew) Rachael Susanna (Eikamp) France, 91, passed away peacefully in the company of family, friends and the presence of God, on Aug. 22, 2015, at Hospice House in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. She was born on Aug. 14, 1924, to the late Theodore Eikamp and Florence (Bollinger) Eikamp in Cochrane, Wis.

FORESTS: Here's what lawsuits get

Thank you Idaho Rivers United and organizations like yours for protecting our environment and our way of life. Thank you all for suing the Forest Service and the BLM and creating the conditions on our national forest and range lands that allow for catastrophic wildfires.

Northwest Notes: Wednesday, August 26, 2015

PREP FOOTBALL: Lake City moves opener to Kibbie Dome

Due to poor air quality, Lake City High's season-opening football game Friday vs. Rocky Mountain has been moved to the Kibbie Dome in Moscow, and will kick off at 3 p.m.

Idaho man sentenced for sex trafficking

Slab swan song?

Oldest business in Post Falls for sale, in jeopardy of closing

World/Nation

Boise boasts Basque block

Keep an eye on aging

The days are getting shorter, we're going to bed earlier and we certainly aren't getting any younger. The air quality has been terrible, with the current fire crisis and environmental factors paired with summer sun exposure creating a perfect storm for aging. This week we are focusing on the aging eye.

Man, 86, charged in shooting death

COLUMN: Simply, God is love

I would like to congratulate Peggy Sorenson on a well-written essay in that appeared on Saturday in My Turn.

THE FRONT ROW WITH JASON ELLIOTT: Wednesday, August 26, 2015

Back to familiar territory

Once the smoke clears - and hopefully that's soon - there will be a familiar face in a familiar place.

COLUMN: Forgive them, Michael

Reading the My Turn article by Michael Paul leaves me with a bad taste in my mouth for how he has been treated by some in our community. Here is a man who served and suffered for our country being treated like an enemy. If what he says is true — and why should I doubt it? — this man is a patriot and a true American hero.

Donations helping wildfire refugees

Businesses and citizens are rallying to help Idaho residents displaced by wildfires. Efforts are also underway to support firefighters battling the blazes.

Doctors recommend early exposure to prevent peanut allergies

I-90 lane closures planned for this week

Greensferry overpass work could be done in mid-November

Heat, wind worry fire crews in region

Thick smoke grounds aircraft in Washington

PREP SOCCER: Barrett scores twice as T-Wolves down Bulldogs

Ashley Madison users sue cheating website over breach

Model what?

No one ever prepares you for feelings of the heart! Not until you have your own little munchkins and you nurture and care for their every need do you realize what has transpired in your heart and your body. Suddenly, they hit the road for college and the great adventure of life, and you are struck by wonder of where all that time went.

How to treat prediabetes

For people with prediabetes, lifestyle modification is considered "the cornerstone of diabetes prevention." Diet-wise, this means individuals with prediabetes or diabetes should aim to reduce their intake of excess calories, saturated fat and trans fat. Too many of us consume a diet with too many solid fats and added sugars. Thankfully the latest dietary guidelines aim to shift consumption towards more plant-based foods.

Idaho prep football media poll

COLUMN: Cheers to Ms. Sorenson

Dear Peggy J. Sorenson, please accept my gratitude for your My Turn in Saturday’s edition of The Press. I too was ashamed of the prejudice, bigotry and narrow-mindedness that Michael Paul was exposed to in a so-called Christian church. What happened to the Golden Rule? Do unto others, as you would have others do unto you.

A little care, a little brine can produce stellar pork chops

Beer-brined pork chops with barbecue onions

Let's face it, a cookout on Labor Day, that bittersweet farewell to summer, tends to attract the hedonistic hordes. Your challenge as host is to come up with something that's simple to prepare, but not boring. These pork chops do the job splendidly.

Eating to 100 - balance your protein throughout the day

Koretaka Ueda was waiting for us in the distance as we drove through the rice paddies to his modest home. As he welcomed us into his home his enthusiasm and energy for life was contagious.

What we'd like to see at the fair

Elephant ears and other deep-fried sweets, fragrant flowers, and even the earthy scent of livestock all combine for a powerful dose of American fairgrounds via the nose.

Officials seek to limit corporate naming in parks

Mary Louise Bryant, 82

Mary Louise Bryant, 82, of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, passed away on Aug. 21, 2015. She was born June 12, 1933, to Lyle and Mary Foster in Mesa, Colo. Mary was wed to the love of her life, Billy Bryant, on Aug. 26, 1955, in Piedmont, Calif. Together they moved to Coeur d’Alene in December 1996.

Family of boy hit by school bus files suit

EMBRYO: Life is worth defending

On Aug. 19, Cecil Kelly concluded that, because a gestating human embryo may share certain physical characteristics with animals, it is a “potential” or “future” human. Following his train of thought to its ultimate conclusion leads to an illogical result: Because a newborn’s knee joints are similar to a chimp’s, is he still a “potential” human, thus not a life a civilized society should protect?

Are you getting restful sleep?

Sleeplessness is defined as either an inability to fall asleep, an inability to stay asleep, or early morning awakening. Research has shown that 40 percent of Americans suffer from intermittent insomnia, and 15 percent have severe or chronic insomnia.

Here's a new proposal to fight fires with aircraft

In the Vietnam War the military modified several C-130 aircraft to gun ships with much firepower. They would fly these aircraft in tight circles around a small ground target and direct their guns on that target. They were very successful.

Idaho's top education job sure isn't for amateurs

Tom Luna was elected as Idaho's superintendent of public instruction partly because of his ideas for reforming education. He was re-elected four years later, partly for his accomplishments.

Shirley Dale Moon, 80

Mom passed peacefully on Aug. 18, 2015, after a brief but courageous battle with cancer. As with all challenges in Shirley's life; it was faced with strength, compassion, love, understanding and humor.

Motorist killed in collision with train

TRUMP: In a word, he's despicable

I am uncomfortable when I am thanked for my military service. As a Vietnam vet, my return to civilian life was met with expletives and disdain. As a university student on the G.I. Bill, I never let anyone know I was a veteran, as did my brothers. I had forgotten the hurt, after 40 years, until, Donald Trump, a porcine draft dodger, vilified a fellow Vietnam vet. The anger, and resentment came back.

Dive in to the North Idaho Fair and Rodeo

Annual event runs today through Sunday

BIBLE: It's not a weapon to injure

Our world is filled with such divisiveness. The loud, rather obnoxious, noise drowns out reason. We should each consider our important part.

Recipes from a bountiful garden harvest

I'm invited into this mild August morning with a blast of smog created by hundreds of fires burning the forests of Idaho.

Legals August 26, 2015

Notice of Trustee's Sale Idaho Code 45-1506 Today's date: July 23, 2015 File No.: 7233.26332 Sale date and time (local time): November 25, 2015 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: 15291 North Coeur D'Alene Street Rathdrum, ID 83858 Successor Trustee: Northwest Trustee Services, Inc., an Idaho Corporation P.O. Box 997 Bellevue, WA 98009 (425) 586-1900 Deed of Trust information Original grantor: Tommy D Tucker and Philip Daria Tucker Original trustee: North Idaho Title Original beneficiary: Washington Mutual Bank, FA Recording date: 09/13/2005 Recorder's instrument number: 1979997 County: Kootenai Sum owing on the obligation: as of July 23, 2015: $115,957.01 Because of interest, late charges, and other charges that may vary from day to day, the amount due on the day you pay may be greater. Hence, if you pay the amount shown above, an adjustment may be necessary after we receive your check. For further information write or call the Successor Trustee at the address or telephone number provided above. Basis of default: failure to make payments when due. Please take notice that the Successor Trustee will sell at public auction to the highest bidder for certified funds or equivalent the property described above. The property address is identified to comply with IC 60-113 but is not warranted to be correct. The property's legal description is: PARCEL I: That portion of Section 36, Township 52 North, Range 5 West, Boise Meridian, Kootenai County, State of Idaho, described as follows: Commencing at the Southeast corner of said section; Thence North along the section line, 1678.5 feet to the intersection with the center line of Coeur D'Alene Street; Thence North 41 degrees West, 1475.2 feet along said center line; Thence South 49 degrees West, 25 feet to the West line of said street and the True Point of Beginning; Thence North 41 Degrees West, 35 feet; Thence South 67 degrees 30' West, 110 feet; Thence South 41 degrees East, 70 feet; Thence North 49 degrees East, 105 feet to the True Point of Beginning. PARCEL II: That portion of Section 36, Township 52 North, Range 5 West, Boise Meridian, Kootenai County, State of Idaho, described as Follows: Commencing at the Southeast corner of said section; Thence North along the section line, 1678.5 feet to the intersection with the center line of Coeur D'Alene Street; Thence North 41 degrees West, 1475.2 feet along said center line; Thence South 49 degrees West, 25 feet to the West line of said street and the True Point of Beginning; Thence South 49 degrees West, 105 feet; Thence South 41 degrees East, 40 feet; Thence North 49 degrees East, 105 feet; Thence North 41 degrees West, 40 feet to the True Point of Beginning. PARCEL III: That portion of Section 36, Township 52 North, Range 5 West, Boise Meridian, Kootenai County, State of Idaho, described as follows: Commencing at the Southeast corner of said Section; Thence North along the Section line, 1678.5 feet to the intersection with the center line of Coeur D'Alene Street; Thence North 41 degrees West, 1415.2 feet along said centerline; Thence South 49 degrees West, 25 feet to the West line of said street and the True Point of Beginning; Thence South 49 degrees West, 105 feet; Thence North 41 degrees West, 20 feet; Thence North 49 degrees East, 105 feet; Thence South 41 degrees East, 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. Tucker, Tommy and P.D. (TS# 7233.26332) 1002.282093-File No. LEGAL 4036 AUGUST 12, 19, 26, 2015 SEPTEMBER 2, 2015

Sub to bear Idaho's name

Decision honors history state has at Farragut with Navy

A new stealthy attack submarine made to help the Navy defend the country will bear Idaho's name.

NORTHWEST NOTES August 25, 2015

Typhoon Goni drenches western Japan

Music briefs

2015 Opera Coeur d'Alene Gala is Aug. 30

Opera Coeur d'Alene will host its 2015 Opera Gala at 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 30 at the Hagadone Events Center, Coeur d'Alene.

William Frank Harris, 50

William Frank Harris went home to be with the Lord on Aug. 19, 2015. He was preceded by his father, Ellis Harris and mother Frances Harris. William adorned many nicknames such as (Wild Bill, Willy, Wilmont, Willis).

World/Nation

Records

Forest Service: Heed closures

People are going around barriers to view fires

Leonard A. Lehtola, 93

Leonard A. Lehtola, 93, passed away at his home in Cataldo, Idaho, on Aug. 16, 2015.

Power outage leads to suspension of Indians game

The lethal 55-hour work week

Hard work never hurt anybody, but like most extremes in life, too much is hazardous.

Record wildfire gets international help

Event to benefit Kirk family

New Winton dedicated

Rape suspect still missing

Joshua MacKenzie faces life in prison if found guilty

Still slow going

AP survey: Dimmer outlook for economy, wages and hiring

Smoke to linger until weekend

Sports teams adjusting to smoky conditions

High school teams thinking about Plan B

Air quality moving at least one local football game indoors - to Kibbie Dome

With the air quality poor on Monday and the potential for it not getting better anytime soon, local football teams are thinking Plan B.

State to auction 38 lots near Priest Lake

Montana helicopters sidelined from fighting federal fires

Bonner County sawmill expansion approved

Phoenix police rescue puppy trapped in pipe after 10 hours

Caretaker accused of sexual misconduct with elderly women

Alleged victims at assisted living facility are 102, 82

Marcia Crosby Ogle, 97

Marcia Crosby Ogle died August 18, 2015 at the Hospice House in Hayden, Idaho. She was born May 11, 1918 in Portland Oregon, the eldest of five children, to Joseph and Julia McLean. She lived in several towns in the northwest while she was growing up, including Coeur d'Alene. She graduated from Coeur d'Alene High School in 1936 and attended Eastern Washington State College and Lewiston Normal College. Her first job after college was as a teacher at a one room school house located on East Point near Harrison.

Man describes tackling police shooting suspect

John Charles Heiser, 68

John Charles Heiser was born on Nov. 5, 1946, in Hazen, N.D., the seventh of 10 children born to John C. A. and Elinore (Ford) Heiser and attended elementary school in Salmon, Idaho. His family moved to the Kellogg, Idaho, area where he graduated from high school.

Briefs

Dominating TV, Donald Trump a ratings draw as candidate

Hypocrites abound in same-sex marriage fight

I am writing about marriage equality for homosexuals. I have read a lot of letters to the newspaper detesting homosexuality and its legalization with constant use of the terms "abomination" and "sin." I think this is a hypocritical statement. Let me explain.

CHIP SHOTS August 25, 2015

Expect traffic interruptions tonight at Cd'A intersection

Avista Utilities will conduct gas line main repairs at the busy intersection of Appleway and Government Way beginning tonight into Wednesday morning.

Legals August 25, 2015

T.S. No. 016385-ID Parcel No.: P-8670-004-001-0 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE On 12/10/2015 at 10:00 AM (recognized local time), at the VETERAN'S MEMORIAL PLAZA, NORTH ENTRANCE TO THE ADMIN BUILDING, 451 NORTH GOVERNMENT WAY, COUER D'ALENE ID 83814, in the County of Kootenai, CASPER J. RANKIN, ESQ., a member of the State Bar of Idaho, of Aldridge Pite, LLP successor to Pite Duncan, LLP as a result of the merger of Pite Duncan, LLP into Aldridge Connors, LLP as 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 1, BLOCK 4, STETSON PLACE, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT RECORDED IN BOOK "G" OF PLATS AT PAGES 432 AND 432A, 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 Idaho Code Section 60-113, the Trustee has been informed that the address of: 1225 E STETSON AVE, POST FALLS, IDAHO 83854, is commonly associated with said real property. 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 KATHLEEN E HARDY, A SINGLE PERSON AND CASEY E GOSSEN, A SINGLE PERSON, as Grantor(s), to PIONEER TITLE COMPANY, as Trustee, for the benefit and security of WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., as Beneficiary, dated 5/30/2007, recorded 6/1/2007, as Instrument No. 2102814000, official records of Kootenai County, Idaho. Please note: The above named Grantors are named to comply with Idaho Code Section 45-1506(4)(a); no representation is made that they are, or are not, presently responsible for the obligation. The default for which this sale is to be made is the failure to make monthly payments when due from 4/1/2012 and all subsequent monthly payments thereafter, including installments of principal, interest, impounds, advances, plus any charges lawfully due under the note secured by the aforementioned Deed of Trust, Deed of Trust and as allowed under Idaho Law. The sum owing on the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust as of 7/31/2015 is $190,371.16 including interest, costs, fees, including trustee and/or attorney fees and costs, and expenses actually incurred in enforcing the obligation thereunder or in this sale and to protect the security associated with the Deed of Trust, as authorized in the Note, Deed of Trust or as allowed under Idaho Law. Because interest, late charges, fees, costs and expenses continue to accrue, the total amount due varies from day to day. Hence, if you pay the amount shown above, an adjustment may be necessary after receipt of funds to satisfy the debt. For further information, write the Trustee at 4375 Jutland Drive, Ste. 200, San Diego, CA 92117, or call (866)931-0036 Dated: 7/31/2015 CASPER J. RANKIN, ESQ., a member of the State Bar of Idaho, of Aldridge Pite, LLP successor to Pite Duncan, LLP as a result of the merger of Pite Duncan, LLP into Aldridge Connors, LLP LEGAL 4050 AUGUST 4, 11, 18, 25, 2015

Stateline Speedway results August 23, 2015

Wildfire update: Air quality plummets as fires continue to burn

An air quality alert has been issued as elevated concentrations of wildfire smoke from area fires are expected to persist.

Smoke on the water, in more ways than one

Barbecue event at McEuen turns into a hazy cook-off

George Lee Turpin, 64

George Lee Turpin, Sr. passed away peacefully while residing at Life Care Center in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, on Aug. 13, 2015. George was 64 years old. George was a Coeur d'Alene native born Nov. 1, 1950, to Harold Lee Turpin (deceased) and Alta Rae (VonWald) Turpin (deceased). George is survived by siblings; Kathy Harris, Leonard Turpin, Tina Turpin and Donald Turpin. Survivors also include his children; Alyse (Marshall) Staley and husband, Dustin Staley and George's son, George Turpin, Jr. Also his grandson, Justice Juliano.

Former Nampa employee files suit for wrongful termination

Fighting fires with love

Post Falls teen rallies donations of cookies, water for firefighters

With the clouds of smoke hanging thick in the air, it's hard not to be concerned about the Inland Northwest's flaming forests and those who are on the front lines battling the blazes.

Indians edge Eugene in 11th

Gookin seeking a second term

City Councilman first elected in 2011

Dan Gookin announced his bid for election to a second term on the Coeur d'Alene City Council, Seat 3. Gookin was first elected in 2011.

Reid to support Obama's Iran nuke deal

Republicans, Israelis furiously oppose pact

Icebergs - a major threat to navigation

Weather Gems

Once again, I would like to thank Dr. Billy R. Caldwell, Ph.D, a prominent geologist and author of the popular book, "Geology in the Bible" ([email protected]), for providing me with a wealth of knowledge on icebergs. If one would like to talk with Dr. Caldwell, his phone number is (817) 246-5477. His book has been published by Exposure Publishing. I found it a thoroughly interesting read, even for a non-religious person.

Kenneth Ray Shields, 81

Kenneth Ray Shields, 81, of Rathdrum, Idaho, passed away Aug. 17, 2015, at Life Care Center of Post Falls, Idaho. Kenneth was born May 20, 1934, in Liverpool, W.Va., to Arleigh and Hazel (Vanscoy) Shields. Kenneth grew up in the Liverpool area where he graduated from high school in 1952, he then joined the United States Marine Corps, and later the Reserves until his honorable discharge in 1960.

Officials look to move betting machines back to race track

Post Falls 1 of 3 Idaho tracks with instant horse racing

Warrants

Here is this week's list of suspected lawbreakers sought by Kootenai County police agencies and the sheriff's office:

Shirley Dale Moon, 80

Mom passed peacefully on August 18

Rand Paul coming to Coeur d'Alene

Presidential candidate Sen. Rand Paul will visit Coeur d'Alene on Wednesday before three appearances in the Boise area the following day.

Legals August 24, 2015

IN THE DISTRICT COURT FOR THE FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT FOR THE STATE OF IDAHO, IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF KOOTENAI Case No. CV15-5388 NOTICE OF HEARING ON NAME CHANGE(Minor) IN RE: Britany Laine Fuller A Petition to change the name of Britany Laine Fuller, a minor, now residing in the City of Hayden, State of Idaho, has been filed in the Districtr Court in Kootenai County, Idaho. The name will change to Britany Laine Cynova. The reason for this change is: The minor child would like to change her name to that of her step-father. A hearing on the Petition is scheduled for 9 o'clock AM on September 14, 2015 at the Kootenai County Courthouse. Objections may be filed by any person who can show the court a good reason against the name change. JIM BRANNON CLERK OF THE DISTRICT COURT By; KATIE WOOSLEY Deputy Clerk SCOTT WAYMAN LEGAL 4029 AUGUST 3,10,17, 24, 2015

Robin Lee Jennings, 57

Robin Lee (Booth) Jennings 57, passed away peacefully in the company of family and the presence of God on Aug. 16, 2015. Born Sept. 17, 1957, in Provo, Utah, to John Weston Booth and Dorothy May (Hutcheson) Booth, she was the baby of the family. They moved to Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, and later to Post Falls, where she loved growing up on the country farm in Pleasant View, Utah. She was an active member of Camp Fire Girls and a ribbon? winner in 4?H. She developed a love for all animals, especially goats and dogs. As a 12-year senior involved in all sorts of activities, she graduated from Post Falls High School in 1975. Robin attended both NIC and the University of Idaho.

Coming soon

Here it is the middle of August, the middle of the third quarter of the year. Many events will soon be upon us or behind us; some affecting Realtors, some affecting consumers, and some affecting us all.

Magic Valley radio stations adapt as tastes change

'When in doubt, sit them out'

Heads up; Concussions, head injuries don't always mean unconsciousness

What Greece's new elections mean for the bailout

Idaho animal shelter slashes euthanasia rate

Hope's a must for achievement

The only survivor of a shipwreck woke up on the beach of an uninhabited island. Every day he circled the island, looking for ships on the horizon, and searched the sky for planes, hoping for a rescue. But none ever came.

PREP GIRLS SOCCER: Hague, Roop guide Vikings past Bulldogs in season opener

PREP BOYS SOCCER: Lawson wins 100th in Post Falls return after short hiatus

Another front in the battle

First U.S. tar sands mine set to open for business in Utah

Japan trade deficit widens as export growth slows

Country's trade deficit widens as export growth slows, adding to worries over recovery

Front-runner confidence

In Alabama, Trump says he'd like to have election tomorrow

BONUS: System could boost business

During my last year in college I worked for Gallagher Freight Lines part time. They had a profit-sharing program that I thought was great. They took 20 percent of the gross profit of the company before taxes and put it in an account for profit share. At the end of the fiscal year the total payroll was divided into the account to determine the profit share bonus going to each qualifying employee.

Serious consideration

Biden consults with Warren as he mulls 2016 presidential bid

Kids, cops, cars and canines

Annual Post Falls Police open house and car show event brings law enforcement and community together

TRUMP: Why I won't vote for him

Let me start by saying that I like the things that Donald Trump is saying about immigration. However, he may be trying to split the Republican Party.

HUNTING: Class is in session

Well Patricia, it seems you are speaking of something you know very little or nothing about – hunting. Perhaps we will never exactly what happened to Cecil the Lion. So many versions from ink slingers who weren’t there and know very little about their subject and also dare I say they are highly prejudiced toward the hunter.

J.J. Jaeger: Looking forward to the future

IN PERSON

J.J. Jaeger grew up in the Lake City, where he still lives, works and plays.

Japan's finance minister warns China on currency moves

Unemployment stays low in some states

Employers added jobs in 34 states and cut them in 16

Cruz outshines Bush at Americans for Prosperity summit

Hoping for a new, stronger mandate

Greek prime minister calls elections after party rebellion

Kellogg woman dies in I-90 crash

Milestone Announcements August 23, 2015

Tom James Dillon, 71

Our loving father and grandfather, Tom James Dillon, 71, passed away on Aug. 18th, 2015 at his home.

New Army chief ponders momentous decision on women in combat

Washington fires grow by 100 square miles

Eastern wind improves air quality in North Idaho

Going natural isn't always easy

StanCraft to move to Hayden

Business Bits

A new building of more than 30,000 square feet to anchor its 9-acre parcel with another 72,000- square-foot structure will give StanCraft Boat Co. combined with Juliette Corp. and StanCraft Marine Centers a new corporate headquarters at 2936 W. Dakota Ave. in Hayden.

On the verge of a crippling fall?

Sinking currencies point to jitters about emerging economies

COAL: Trains pose health threats

I am concerned about the excessive coal and oil trains pushing their way through the Idaho panhandle. Big business is sending more fuel to Asia with little care for the health of locals. They get more profits, and we get — without any choice — more noise, more toxic coal dust, more waits at railroad crossings, and more chances for a catastrophic oil spill.

Toenail fungus has many remedies but is hard to cure

Ask Dr. K

David Allen Parker, Jr., 56

David Allen Parker, Jr. passed from earth into heaven on Aug. 15, 2015. The Lord took him home peacefully in his sleep and is now pain free. He was born April 18, 1959, in Escondido, Calif.

IGNITE: No time to be crafty

Sen. Mary Souza’s request to CDA’s urban renewal agency (Souza seeks ignite cda answers) is farmed out to legal counsel to “craft some answers.” Wonder if the urban renewal agency’s PR firm will have to pass judgment on the “crafted answers” before they are submitted to Souza?

Compare your net worth vs. these folks'

It pays to work for the government.

INTEGRITY: Rhoads has it right

Dusty Rhoads’ belief that a police officer’s “acceptance of any gifts compromises the officer’s integrity” is 100 percent correct.

U.S. home sales soar in July to fastest pace since early 2007

Transactions jumped 9.6 percent over the past 12 months

TRAFFIC: Time for friendly debate

Traffic control or lack thereof is apparently a hotter topic than I realized when I responded to Douglas Weir’s My Turn article about doing away with traffic controls. For Ms. Zimmerman’s benefit, I have lived in Idaho since 1954. In 1973-76 I lived in Post Falls when one traffic light was adequate for a small sawmill town of 2,371 residents.

Legals August 23, 2015

IN THE DISTRICT COURT FOR THE FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT FOR THE STATE OF IDAHO, IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF KOOTENAI Case No. CV15-5425 NOTICE OF HEARING ON NAME CHANGE(Adult) IN RE: Jana Faye Regnere A Petition to change the name of Jana Faye Regnere, now residing in the City of Hayden, State of Idaho, has been filed in the District Court in Kootenai County, Idaho. The name will change to Jana Faye Heck. The reason for this change is because I divorced my spouse. A hearing on the Petition is scheduled for 9 o'clock AM on September 14, 2015 at the Kootenai County Courthouse. Objections may be filed by any person who can show the court a good reason against the name change. LEGAL 4041 AUGUST 8, 15, 22, 29, 2015

Winton Elementary ribbon cutting is Monday

COEUR d'ALENE - The front doors of the recently completed Winton Elementary School in Coeur d'Alene will open for the first time on Monday.

Female arrested in auto burglary case

Alert citizen reported alleged Post Falls crime in progress

POST FALLS - A citizen's report led to busting up an alleged auto burglary spree and the arrest of a female driver in Post Falls early Thursday.

Bonner County officials declare disaster emergency

County hopes for best, braces for worst in wildfires

SANDPOINT - Bonner County commissioners declared a local disaster emergency Friday as firefighters grappled with the Tower and Clark Fork Complex wildfires.

County jobless rate increases

Local number between state, national rates

POST FALLS - Kootenai County's unemployment rate increased two-tenths of a percent to 4.9 percent in July, according to an Idaho Department of Labor report released Friday.

Air quality can limit amount of exercise

This summer has been a tough one for runners and cyclists due to the persistent smoke and poor air quality from local wildfires. The season's dry conditions have brought on so many small and large wildfires, creating a high concentration of particulates that can be hazardous to the health of athletes and outdoor enthusiasts. The good news is most healthy active people generally are not affected by high levels of smoke in the air.

NORTHWEST NOTES: Saturday, August 22, 2015

Prep sports season

Bergdahl lawyer: Trump's statements threaten fair trial

WASHINGTON (AP) - The lawyer representing Army Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl, who left his infantry post and was held by the Taliban for five years, said Thursday that callous statements Donald Trump is making about his client are threatening the soldier's right to a fair trial.

Teen arrested in stabbing

IDAHO FALLS (AP) - An 18-year-old man is in custody on a second-degree murder charge related to the death of a man found on an Idaho Falls park play structure.

Spirit Lake police chief resigns

Hutcheson headed back overseas as bomb detection dog handler

SPIRIT LAKE - After a year and a half as Spirit Lake's police chief, Keith Hutcheson is headed back overseas as a bomb detection dog handler at a U.S. Embassy.

Pastor: 'Demonic forces' striking at religious freedoms

Paul Van Noy spoke at Friday Panhandle Pachyderm meeting

POST FALLS - Speaking to a Republican group, Coeur d'Alene church leader Paul Van Noy warned that America is on the road to Babylon.

No room for hatred in America

Friday's "My Turn" opinion column by Michael Paul put me in a writing mood. I have been reading the Editorial page of this newspaper for many years now and even contributed to it myself a time or two. There are some people who write quite often as I see their names frequently and have come to expect what they tend to write about. Sometimes, however, someone writes something that is refreshing and enlightening.

Prayers for rain answered

COEUR d'ALENE - Climatologist Cliff Harris said Friday afternoon's brief showers could be a hint of things to come.

Peter Lane Morrisroe, 75

Peter Lane Morrisroe, 75, of La Quinta, Calif., passed away Aug. 17, 2015, in Rancho Mirage, Calif. He was born Dec. 2, 1939, to John Morrisroe and Barbara Morrisroe in Brooklyn, N.Y. Early in his life Peter's parents moved to San Marino, Calif., and in 1957 he graduated from San Marino High School.

Catch a wave

FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. - A geological gem awaits hikers in the wilderness along the Arizona-Utah border. Swirls of searing reds, oranges and yellow fold into a bowl that visitors from around the world seek out on an unmarked path past sandstone buttes and sage brush.

A decade after Katrina, New Orleans rebuilds

NEW ORLEANS -Talking about New Orleans a decade after Hurricane Katrina, people here often reach for the Biblical, describing an economic and cultural resurrection.

Returning to the pool

Natalie Coughlin has thought about quitting, about getting on with the rest of her life.

Bringing the 2016 campaign out west

GOP presidential candidate Rand Paul to hold Utah rally this month

OREM, Utah (AP) - Republican presidential candidate Rand Paul will be in Utah later this month for a campaign rally.

Theories, lies pave way for evolution debate

It is good that the "Science" of Margaret Sanger is presented for all to see. However, disinformation and loose Hegelian logic is embedded in Cecil Kelly's letter to the editor so that it begs our response.

Latest high-performance Ford Mustang rolls off assembly line

FLAT ROCK, Mich. (AP) - Ford Motor Co. has let loose the latest souped-up, high-performance Mustang.

Boating season cut short for some

Low water levels due to dry summer prompt warnings

COEUR d'ALENE - Low water levels forced Don Beck to pull the plug on boating season two weeks ago.

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Comedy show to benefit man who severed his spine

COEUR d'ALENE - A comedy show will benefit a Coeur d'Alene High School graduate who severed his spine in a serious accident.

Giving 100 percent

3Cs distributes more than $100,000 to local nonprofit organizations

COEUR d'ALENE - In the past year, members of the Cancer and Community Charities (3Cs) raised $100,014.

Deere cuts earnings outlook on weak sales

NEW YORK (AP) - Deere & Co. on Friday cut its full-year outlook because it expects the weak agriculture and energy sectors to continue dragging down equipment sales.

Air quality 'unhealthy'

Post Falls bans fire pits, campfires, outdoor burning

With wildfires burning throughout the region, air quality conditions in Kootenai County Friday evening were "unhealthy" according to government monitors.

THE FRONT ROW WITH JASON ELLIOTT: Saturday, August 22, 2015

The window is closing in on Mariners

Earlier this week, when asked about his job status, Seattle Mariners general manager Jack Zduriencik said he doesn't pay attention to the rumors of him being let go following the season.

Legals August 22, 2015

Notice of Trustee's Sale Idaho Code 45-1506 Today's date: July 15, 2015 File No.: 7037.106838 Sale date and time (local time): November 13, 2015 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: 585 West Bridle Lane 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: Marc Tamasonis and Rebecca Tamasonis, Husband and Wife Original trustee: Pioneer Title Company of Kootenai County Original beneficiary: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., solely as nominee for Mountain West Bank, its successors and assigns Recording date: 03/09/2012 Recorder's instrument number: 2349356000 County: KOOTENAI Sum owing on the obligation: as of July 15, 2015: $136,877.79 Because of interest, late charges, and other charges that may vary from day to day, the amount due on the day you pay may be greater. Hence, if you pay the amount shown above, an adjustment may be necessary after we receive your check. For further information write or call the Successor Trustee at the address or telephone number provided above. Basis of default: failure to make payments when due. Please take notice that the Successor Trustee will sell at public auction to the highest bidder for certified funds or equivalent the property described above. The property address is identified to comply with IC 60-113 but is not warranted to be correct. The property's legal description is: Lot 6, Block 3, Pioneer Ridge 6th addition, according to the plat recorded in Book "G" of Plats at page 486, Records of Kootenai County, Idaho. The sale is subject to conditions, rules and procedures as described at the sale and which can be reviewed at www.northwesttrustee.com or USA-Foreclosure.com. The sale is made without representation, warranty or covenant of any kind. (TS# 7037.106838) 1002.281920-File No. LEGAL 3944 JULY 31, 2015 AUGUST 7, 14, 21, 2015

FLOWERS: Just wait 'till next week

I have enjoyed seeing the flower pictures submitted by local gardeners; they have been spectacular. I hope we will see them entered in the Kootenai County Fair next week. Entries begin on Tuesday — check the website for details. Numerous categories with cash prizes for winners. Good luck, everyone.

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See the movie Sandpoint (sorta) dissed

Sandpoint's Panida Theater made headlines in April when it pulled a screening of the comedy/thriller, "Wild Canaries" because of a failure to advertise the unrated film's adult content.

Former NIC official pleads guilty

Bekken was caught in money-for-sex sting

COEUR d'ALENE - Joseph Bekken, the former North Idaho College financial aid director who got caught in a money-for-sex sting, pleaded guilty Thursday to two felony counts.

Richard Anderson: From MGM to 'The Six Million Dollar Man'

Veteran actor Richard Anderson appeared in more than 200 films and television shows throughout his career.

Be careful with wishes

As a bit of a student of history I look at our current election cycle with more than a little bit of fear. The children of Israel kept asking God to give them a king. Pretty soon he tired of their pleading and did just that. Not all of them were benevolent and many were downright tyrants. We currently have a president that gives every indication of being a narcissist. He takes little guidance from his counselors and does not give credence to opposing views. He is paired with a Congress (both houses) who are much more concerned with reelection than wise governing. Both parties are more interested in winning than finding a solution.

Gary Lee Haymond, 77

Gary Lee Haymond, 77, of Hayden, Idaho, died Aug. 18, 2015. Gary was born April 3, 1938 in Santa Barbara, Calif. to Dwight and Betty Haymond. He graduated from Ventura High School,

Northwest Notes: Friday, August 21, 2015

NIC Booster Club

Hayden ROADS: When work hurts business

From August 3 through August 14, the city road department closed off 4th Street from Reid to Miller to replace the bricks in the street that were recently installed. The recent road construction was extremely detrimental to the local businesses between Reid and Miller Streets.

Police arrest arson suspects

Teens believed to have started Tubbs Hill, Tiki Hut fires

COEUR d'ALENE - Police have arrested two suspects this week in two unrelated arson incidents that occurred on Tubbs Hill and Independence Point this summer.

Netflix facing protests over baby benefit policy

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) - Netflix is getting jeered for excluding the employees in its DVD-by-mail service from a recently introduced benefit that gives up to a year of paid leave to most of its workers after the birth or adoption of a baby.

Empire Unmanned seeing green with ag industry's vast potential

Being at the forefront of a new industry gives Empire Unmanned the opportunity to tap into a market teeming with possibility.

Bank of America sponsors Cd'A Summer Theatre

Nearly 150 youth attend musical due to bank's participation

Nearly 150 children and their families were able to attend Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre's production of "Shrek the Musical" thanks to a sponsorship from Bank of America. The corporation donated more than $3,500 worth of tickets to local organizations such as the Children's Village, St. Vincent de Paul, Make-A-Wish Foundation, Union Gospel Mission, Tesh, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Anna Schindler Foundation, Boys and Girls Club and families of our local firefighters.

Stateline results

Aug. 19

No free launch

COEUR d'ALENE - The honor system hasn't worked well enough this summer when it comes to paying to launch boats in downtown Coeur d'Alene.

Greek bailout plan backlash prompts leader's resignation

ATHENS, Greece - Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras resigned Thursday and called early elections, hoping for a new, stronger mandate to implement a three-year bailout program that sparked a rebellion within his radical left party.

Praying for rain

COEUR d'ALENE - Climatologist Cliff Harris had more than 50 people, from Athol to Worley, call him Thursday asking him if there is rain in the forecast.

Homeless camping lawsuit returns to court

BOISE - Attorneys on Thursday once again defended an ordinance that bars sleeping and camping in public spaces in an ongoing lawsuit brought by several homeless Idaho residents against the city of Boise.

THE FRONT ROW WITH BRUCE BOURQUIN: Friday, August 21, 2015

Giving it another kick in St. Maries

Thanks in part to a group of parents whose girls played club soccer in Post Falls, the St. Maries High girls soccer team is back in action for the first time since 2011.

Three firefighters mourned in Washington

TWISP, Wash. - The firefighters - members of a specially trained unit that is sent into danger ahead of everyone else to size up a wildfire - rushed up a narrow, winding gravel road with steep hills on either side.

Reality star Josh Duggar admits to cheating on wife

NEW YORK - Calling himself "the biggest hypocrite ever," ex-reality star Josh Duggar has apologized for a "secret addiction" to pornography and for cheating on his wife.

Officers in fatal shooting identified

SANDPOINT - The Kootenai County Sheriff's Office has released the names of the officers involved in the shooting death of Casey George Alarcon.

Hungry bears hit Silver Valley

Shoshone County Sheriff Mitch Alexander is using social media to warn Silver Valley residents about black bears looking for food in multiple area cities.

KTEC: Student wins - and loses

Our grandson, Tyler Ranney, just graduated from Post Falls High School. He was enrolled in the carpentry program at KTEC the past two years. He competed in the Idaho State Skills USA Carpentry competition in Nampa in April and won first place, qualifying him to represent Idaho at Nationals in Kentucky in June. He was required to have all the money for his own expenses.

About those badge-based freebies...

Citizen questions if law enforcement officers should accept gratuities

Can a police officer's integrity be compromised for the price of a cup of coffee or a hamburger?

Television networks look back at Katrina

NEW YORK - ABC's Robin Roberts and Fox News Channel's Shepard Smith, who anchor specials this weekend about the 10th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina's devastating Gulf Coast landfall, both had reasons to avoid the topic.

Carter talks about his cancer with humor, honesty

ATLANTA (AP) - With a broad smile and an upbeat attitude, former President Jimmy Carter told the world Thursday that he has cancer in his brain, and feels "perfectly at ease with whatever comes."

Post Falls URA funds independent review of districts

Overpass set for mid-November completion

POST FALLS - The Post Falls Urban Renewal Agency has tapped a consultant for an independent study of its urban renewal districts.

BAYVIEW: Water board warning

I am writing in regard to David Cole’s article in the Aug. 8 Press about the Bayview Water Board. I resent the comments made by Stephen May and Sharon Meyer insinuating that the board had not been run properly in the past. It had been!

High winds today

Red Flag warning issued as fire responders prepare

COEUR d'ALENE - The National Weather Service issued a Red Flag warning for North Idaho through 5 p.m. today, and warned high winds could stir fires out of control.

On the town

Culture and nightlife

Time to reach out to other cultures

Imagine my shock, that after a lifetime of admiration for the principles on which America was founded, proudly serving the U.S. military during Operation Iraqi Freedom, being kidnapped, tortured and left for dead because of this service, receiving commendations for my faithful service and eventually, permission to immigrate to this great country, there are people in my beloved community who shout at me to go back to my homeland, that I am unwelcome here.

World/Nation

Plenty of federal workers on cheating website

Bringing the American West to life

Heart of the West art show continues today, Saturday at The Resort

COEUR d'ALENE - In a plush, cozy room on the second floor of The Coeur d'Alene Resort's Park Tower, Coeur d'Alene artist Robert Krogle greeted his guests with a smile.

Christine Melisa Rising Payne, 39

Christine Melisa Rising Payne unexpectedly left us to be with our Lord on Aug. 16, 2015, surrounded by family and friends. Christine was born May 16, 1976, in Sunnyside, Wash.

Petrino involved in confrontation with media

Idaho football coach Paul Petrino denied Thursday he had to be "physically restrained" from a reporter from the Moscow-Pullman Daily News during Wednesday's Vandal practice.

CONGRESS: Great mystery solved

For the longest time I have analyzed in my mind the question, “Why can’t Congress ever get it right or done?” Then all of a sudden as I was watching a nature program the other day I finally got the answer I have been searching for! Did you know that the official name for a bunch of orangutans is called “A CONGRESS?” Do I need to explain further?

GAY: Approach issue biblically

God loves people from all walks of life, even the “gay community,” and in His eyes one sin is no greater than another. Sexual perversion is no worse than lying or stealing. All sin stems from one “mother sin”: IGNORING GOD. If you live from day to day and seldom or never think about God, you are committing the mother of all sin, regardless how “moral” your lifestyle may be. You are breaking the First Commandment: “Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy might”. (Matthew 22:37) You are spending all your money, energy, and time, on the “other gods” in your life.

PARENTS: Tribute to two of the best

Ken and Connie King: Happy 50th anniversary to my wonderful parents, married August 28, 1965. Thanks to these two good, good people, I grew up in a beautiful area where I was able to witness them working very hard jobs and giving back to the community in multiple ways. Ken and Connie King are the quiet do-gooders, minding their own business and giving so much of themselves in their humble lives. They taught me great lessons of hard work, enjoying life and nature, perseverance, helping others, and good old elbow grease and I am grateful for everything. My childhood was a gift.

Light at end of wildfire's tunnel

Climatologist Cliff Harris wrote an interesting piece on glaciers in Monday's Press. Next week he'll dish out some fascinating facts on icebergs. But where's a glacier and a couple of icebergs when you really need 'em?

Poll: Majority of Americans want government to curb prescription costs

WASHINGTON - Move over, "Obamacare." A new poll finds Americans worried about medication costs and broadly supporting government action to curb drug prescription prices.

Singers and dancers wanted

Local performing groups holding auditions

The Northwest Sacred Music Chorale is looking for a few good singers - women and men.

Peter Lane Morrisroe, 75

Peter Lane Morrisroe, 75, of La Quinta, Calif., passed away Aug. 17, 2015 in Rancho Mirage,

Hallelujah! Cliff's prayers are answered

Climatologist Cliff Harris often quips that when it comes to the weather, he's in sales, not production. But after contacting some 100 churches Thursday and asking their leaders to pray for rain, it happened. At this moment a steady rain is soaking downtown Coeur d'Alene.

Powderhorn Point, Lake Coeur d'Alene, Idaho

Bears take dip in NJ backyard pool

Legals August 21, 2015

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE On 12/2/2015 at 9:00 AM (recognized local time), in the AUCTION.COM ROOM, at LA QUINTA INN & SUITES, 333 W. IRONWOOD DRIVE, COEUR D'ALENE, ID 83814, in the County of Kootenai, SYDNEY K. LEAVITT, ESQ., a member of the State Bar of Idaho, of Aldridge Pite, LLP successor to Pite Duncan, LLP as a result of the merger of Pite Duncan, LLP into Aldridge Connors, LLP, as 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 4, BLOCK 2, VARNUM'S ADDITION TO THE TOWN OF COEUR D'ALENE, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT RECORDED IN BOOK "A" OF PLATS AT PAGE 147, 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 Idaho Code Section 60-113, the Trustee has been informed that the address of: 1061 N 1ST STREET, COEUR D'ALENE, ID 83814, is commonly associated with said real property. 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 FRANK DARRELL ROSCO, AN UNMARRIED MAN, as Grantor(s), to NORTH IDAHO TITLE INSURANCE COMPANY INC, as Trustee, for the benefit and security of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS INC., SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR CHERRY CREEK MORTGAGE CO. INC., ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS, as Beneficiary, dated 6/24/2010, recorded 6/30/2010, as Instrument No. 2271515000, official records of Kootenai County, Idaho. Please note: The above named Grantors are named to comply with Idaho Code Section 45-1506(4)(a); no representation is made that they are, or are not, presently responsible for the obligation. The default for which this sale is to be made is the failure to make monthly payments when due from 6/1/2014 and all subsequent monthly payments thereafter, including installments of principal, interest, impounds, advances, plus any charges lawfully due under the note secured by the aforementioned Deed of Trust, Deed of Trust and as allowed under Idaho Law. The sum owing on the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust as of 7/17/2015 is $182,000.06 including interest, costs, fees, including trustee and/or attorney fees and costs, and expenses actually incurred in enforcing the obligation thereunder or in this sale and to protect the security associated with the Deed of Trust, as authorized in the Note, Deed of Trust or as allowed under Idaho Law. Because interest, late charges, fees, costs and expenses continue to accrue, the total amount due varies from day to day. Hence, if you pay the amount shown above, an adjustment may be necessary after receipt of funds to satisfy the debt. For further information, write the Trustee at 4375 Jutland Drive, Ste. 200, San Diego, CA 92117, or call (866)931-0036 DATED: 7/17/2015 SYDNEY K. LEAVITT, ESQ ., a member of the State Bar of Idaho, of Aldridge Pite, LLP successor to Pite Duncan, LLP as a result of the merger of Pite Duncan, LLP into Aldridge Connors, LLP T.S. No. 027817-ID Parcel No.: C92700020040 LEGAL 3957 JULY 30, 2015 AUGUST 6, 13, 20, 2015

Stocks lower as Fed minutes keep rate increase in play

NEW YORK - Stocks posted solid losses on Wednesday as investors got mixed signals from the Federal Reserve over the possibility of an interest rate hike in September. Energy stocks fell as the price of oil plummeted.

Fun run to help Nepal aid trip

RATHDRUM - Malia Parker, a Lakeland High graduate, will hold a Love to Nepal 5-kilometer fun run fundraiser on Saturday at 8:30 a.m.

Risch calls for action on nuclear waste

IDAHO FALLS (AP) - Idaho Sen. Jim Risch on Tuesday called on state leaders to take action on two proposed shipments of nuclear waste.

Sharon S. Read, 64

May 29, 1951 - Aug. 18, 2015

Bayley nearly snatches title

Ex-Lakeland standout leads Northwest Open with six holes to play, finishes second

Trailing by eight shots heading into Wednesday’s final round of the Northwest Open at Wine Valley Golf Club in Walla Walla, former Lakeland High and current Washington State sophomore Derek Bayley heated up.

Saving Twin Lakes

Collaborative water quality program reduces erosion

TWIN LAKES - A collaborative effort is reducing stream bank erosion on Fish Creek at the west end of Upper Twin Lake - one plant at a time.

Three Washington firefighters killed

TWISP, Wash. - Three firefighters were killed and three to four others were injured, at least one critically, as raging wildfires advanced on towns in north-central Washington on Wednesday, authorities said.

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DIVORCES FILED

Ignite cda approves $6.5 million budget

COEUR d'ALENE - Ignite cda board members passed a budget Wednesday despite objections at a 20-minute public hearing.

Cd'A disc golfer ranked best in the state

Person prepares for tournament, possible sponsorship

Jared Person won the "Discs Across the Kootenai" for the second year in a row this past June, his name etched in the trophy that commemorates the disc golfer who hurls his disc the farthest across the Kootenai River during the Timberbeast Challenge annual disc golf tournament.

Deadline to comment on fishing rule changes is Aug. 31

Fishing seasons and rules are revised every three years. The Idaho Department of Fish and Game (IDFG) is currently accepting public comments on proposed fishing rule changes for 2016-18, but the deadline to comment is coming soon. All comments must be received no later than Aug. 31 to be considered in the rule setting process.

Mormon women named to councils previously reserved for men

SALT LAKE CITY - The Mormon church for the first time has appointed women to three high-level church councils previously reserved only for men - a move scholars and Latter-day Saints feminists say marks a small, but noteworthy step in an ongoing push to increase visibility and prominence of women in the faith.

Phyllis Snook Hart, 79

Phyllis Hart passed away peacefully Aug. 16, 2015, after a long battle with Alzheimer's. Phyllis was born Dec. 26, 1935, in Spirit Lake, Idaho, where she spent her early years. Her family then moved to Rathdrum, Idaho, where she grew up and graduated from Rathdrum High in 1953. She later met and married Jim Hart in 1965 and moved to Post Falls, Idaho, for the remainder of her life.

Turnaround takes hold

Target is getting its groove back

NEW YORK - Target is on its way back.

Fires close North Fork

Area has at least 20 active fires, windy weather expected

COEUR d'ALENE - The U.S. Forest Service has closed most of the North Fork of the Coeur d'Alene River, the largest emergency closure in Idaho Panhandle National Forest history.

Yellowstone National Park sees record attendance

YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK, Wyo. (AP) - Yellowstone National Park experienced record-setting attendance in July, which is typically the park's peak visitation month.

Northwest Notes: Thursday, August 20, 2015

Shock's Afif named to

Why become an organ donor?

Waste should never cost a life, whether of 70 years or 7. Yet when what we waste is usable organs, it does. Each day, while 79 of more than 121,000 people who need one receive the gift of an organ, at least 22 more die waiting for transplant of a heart, kidney, liver, or marrow.

Shooting suspect pleads not guilty

SANDPOINT - A Bonner County man accused of shooting another man during an alcohol-fueled dispute at Bloom Lake pleaded not guilty on Monday.

Hackers expose millions on cheating site Ashley Madison

LONDON - Hackers say they have exposed unfaithful partners across the world, posting what they said were the personal details of millions of people registered with cheating website Ashley Madison.

THE FRONT ROW WITH MARK NELKE: Thursday, August 20, 2015

Course - and game - going well

Billy Bomar celebrated his first tournament victory since moving to North Idaho a little more than a year ago in a way that only a fellow club professional would understand.

Souza seeks ignite cda answers

List of seven questions focuses on how agency's new name meets intent of Idaho Code

COEUR d'ALENE - Sen. Mary Souza, R-Coeur d'Alene, is looking for answers concerning urban renewal district rebranding, saying she wants to ensure transparency and accountability in the process.

Take a book, return a book

Little Free Libraries build community while supporting literacy

COEUR d'ALENE - The miniature house-like structures appearing atop posts in neighborhoods throughout the community do more than just store books for people to read and return.

Film reveals how Downey Jr. pioneered loudmouth TV

NEW YORK - A man clears his throat and rages at the world. He claims to speak for everyday folks with conservative ideals and he savages anyone who challenges him. He is uncensored and high-decibel, an avatar of theatrics and must-see TV. He changes the terms of public discourse forever.

European bailout fund approves release of funds for Greece

BERLIN - European bailout fund supervisors on Wednesday approved the release of billions of euros to help rebuild Greece's devastated economy just as a new debt payment looms.

Movers and Shakers

No mugs

Bekken pleads guilty to two felonies

COEUR d’ALENE — Joseph Bekken, the former North Idaho College financial aid director who got caught up in a money-for-sex sting, pleaded guilty Thursday to two felony counts.

Heart of the West art show opens today at Resort

The Lake City’s newest big event, the Heart of the West art show, kicks off at noon today at The Coeur d’Alene Resort.

Legals August 20, 2015

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE On 12/2/2015 at 9:00 AM (recognized local time), in the AUCTION.COM ROOM, at LA QUINTA INN & SUITES, 333 W. IRONWOOD DRIVE, COEUR D'ALENE, ID 83814, in the County of Kootenai, SYDNEY K. LEAVITT, ESQ., a member of the State Bar of Idaho, of Aldridge Pite, LLP successor to Pite Duncan, LLP as a result of the merger of Pite Duncan, LLP into Aldridge Connors, LLP, as 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 13 ENGLISH SUBDIVISION KOOTENAI, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT RECORDED IN BOOK D OF PLATS OF PAGE 59, EXCEPT THE WEST 5 FEET THEREOF CONVEYED TO THE CITY OF COEUR D'ALENE, ID. PURPORTED ADDRESS IS 836 N. 22ND ST. COEUR D'ALENE, ID 83814 MORE CORRECTLY DESCRIBED AS: LOT 13, ENGLISH SUBDIVISION, KOOTENAI COUNTY, IDAHO, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT RECORDED IN BOOK "D" OF PLATS, PAGE 59, EXCEPT THE WEST 5 FEET THEREOF CONVEYED TO THE CITY OF COEUR D'ALENE, IDAHO, 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 Idaho Code Section 60-113, the Trustee has been informed that the address of: 836 NORTH 22ND STREET, COEUR D ALENE, ID 83814, is commonly associated with said real property. 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 CAROLYN SUE LOVELAND-SMITH, as Grantor(s), to FIRST AMERICAN TITLE COMPANY OF IDAHO INC., as Trustee, for the benefit and security of BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., as Beneficiary, dated 9/13/2007, recorded 9/25/2007, as Instrument No. 2123521000, official records of Kootenai County, Idaho. Please note: The above named Grantors are named to comply with Idaho Code Section 45-1506(4)(a); no representation is made that they are, or are not, presently responsible for the obligation. The default for which this sale is to be made is the failure to make monthly payments when due from 10/1/2014 and all subsequent monthly payments thereafter, including installments of principal, interest, impounds, advances, plus any charges lawfully due under the note secured by the aforementioned Deed of Trust, Deed of Trust and as allowed under Idaho Law. The sum owing on the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust as of 7/15/2015 is $155,400.54 including interest, costs, fees, including trustee and/or attorney fees and costs, and expenses actually incurred in enforcing the obligation thereunder or in this sale and to protect the security associated with the Deed of Trust, as authorized in the Note, Deed of Trust or as allowed under Idaho Law. Because interest, late charges, fees, costs and expenses continue to accrue, the total amount due varies from day to day. Hence, if you pay the amount shown above, an adjustment may be necessary after receipt of funds to satisfy the debt. For further information, write the Trustee at 4375 Jutland Drive, Ste. 200, San Diego, CA 92117, or call (866)931-0036 DATED: 7/15/2015 SYDNEY K. LEAVITT, ESQ ., a member of the State Bar of Idaho, of Aldridge Pite, LLP successor to Pite Duncan, LLP as a result of the merger of Pite Duncan, LLP into Aldridge Connors, LLP T.S. No. 023951-ID Parcel No.: C2655000013A LEGAL 3943 JULY 29, 2015 AUGUST 5,12, 19, 2015

LETTERS: No hate-spewing

I’ve read some letters to the editor lately of people sharing their “thoughts” about many things, and the anger and venom is disturbing. Why can’t we share our opinions in a civilized way instead of spewing hate? We are all entitled to our opinions and if you don’t think, or believe my way, that’s OK.

HEALTH CARE: Ask the right question

In exploring a critical issue, columnist Chuck Malloy and the leaders he quotes ask the wrong question. The fundamental quandary our society faces is not whether health insurance is a right, but whether health care is.

Cd'A Council finalizes vacation agreement

Hagadone Hospitality to receive portions of Front Avenue, Second Street

HUNTING: That's not what this is

All the hoopla over the killing of Cecil the lion, a giraffe and a warthog seem to me to be missing the point. Hunters hunt. It is what it is. The problem, as I see it, is that the hunters aren’t actually hunting. They’re rounding up the animals they want, and killing them. Deer hunters sit in a blind waiting for a deer to wander by, and shoot it. That’s not hunting. It’s more than likely trophy-ing.

STRIFE: Clean it up, society

Wow, people playing the black/white card and anti-police/and are offended by normal make me sick. Some opinions should be under a rock.

FDA: CBD oil not a dietary supplement

At least one vapor store pulls product, citing legal concerns

Malek honored for support of public safety

The Idaho Prosecuting Attorneys Association recognized Rep. Luke Malek (R-Coeur d'Alene) for his work in the Legislature supporting public safety.

Fugitive sought for burglary, failure to appear

The North Idaho Violent Crimes Task Force is seeking information leading to the apprehension of Trisha Lynn Maslanka, also known as Trisha Albright.

A fuss-free grilled chicken that doesn't skimp on flavor

Sometimes we think too hard about the food we toss on the grill. Brine this, rub that, marinate for 12 days. Enough!

SHREK: A beastly good show

I had the pleasure of seeing “Shrek the Musical” last Thursday evening at the Kroc Center. I knew it would be a fun show for the kids, but I was surprised and pleased that I laughed more than they did. It’s not just for children! I was especially impressed with Jadd Davis’ Lord Farquaad and John Devereaux’s Donkey. They were having so much fun that their energy took the audience right along on the journey. Fiona and Shrek were marvelous and in addition, the dragon rates a big wow! It was like a character in a world Olympics presentation. Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre has really done a fabulous job with this show. It really is a must see!

All about BioTE pellet therapy

BioTE pellet therapy uses bio-identical, all natural estrogen and testosterone, delivered by tiny pellets inserted just under the skin. The pellets are the storehouse of hormones which the body can access as needed. Pellets deliver a consistent level of hormone 24 hours a day, seven days a week for three to six months. They outperform oral, patch and cream prescriptions with fewer side effects.

VETS: Panhandlers, they're not

It always amazes me how companies and corporate entities can advertise and claim they support our troops or our veterans (and these companies know who I am talking about). This is politically correct and good advertising for these companies. But when it comes to actually supporting the returning troops, I wonder in what fashion they do this.

Why do we gain weight?

Why do we gain weight? The common answers include: because you eat too much, because you eat too much fat, because you eat too much sugar, or junk food, or too late, or because you listen too much to your mother, or because of lack of exercise. In all that there are elements of truth, more or less, but it is much more complex than that. There are many reasons why you can gain weight.

TRAFFIC: Controls are out of control

Well, Wes Alderson, you’re the one who’s sad in your Aug. 14 letter to the editor regarding Douglas Weir’s “My Turn” article. Mr. Weir’s statements were right on and I wholeheartedly agreed with him regarding that there are way too many traffic controls in the city and country. One can hardly go a block or two before looking at another stop sign.

Dixie Metz, 78

Our beloved wife, mother, sister and grandmother, Dixie Metz, passed away Aug. 13, 2015. Dixie was born March 5, 1937, in Cheyenne, S.D. Dixie was a loving, giving, devoted and caring wife, married to Ray Metz for more than 61 years. Their love, devotion and commitment to each other was an inspiration for us all.

Ellene M. (Capaul) Scott, 75

Ellene M. Scott, 75, of Republic, Mo., died Aug. 14, 2015, at her home with family by her side. She was born Jan. 9, 1940, in Coeur d’Alene, the daughter of George and Frances Capaul. Ellene married Edward Scott on Aug. 3, 1956, celebrating 59 years of marriage earlier this month.

Chip seal projects on U.S. 95, Highway 54 start Thursday

Crews will chip seal a 6-mile section of U.S. 95 through Athol in the Garwood-to-Sagle corridor starting Thursday, the Idaho Transportation Department announced.

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DIVORCES FILED

The meaning of midlife

While driving to work last night I see the most beautiful sunset. The sky is orangey-red as half the sun sinks below the pine-lined horizon. The eastern sky slowly fades from blue, purple then indigo as darkness swallows the light and day turns to night. I whisper, "Wow," as the sun disappears and wonder aloud, "How many more sunsets as beautiful as this will I see in my life?"

St. Maries man dies while driving

SPOKANE - A 65-year-old St. Maries man died on Tuesday afternoon while driving a semi 8 miles west of Spokane, according to Washington State Patrol.

OPINION: ignite cda is transparent as black tape

Editor's note: Ignite cda's public hearing on its 2016 fiscal year budget is today at 4 p.m. in the Coeur d'Alene Library Community Room. The public is invited to attend.

NORTHWEST NOTES: Sunday, Aug. 19, 2015

THE FRONT ROW WITH JASON ELLIOTT: Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2015

Preps dealing with the air up there

You've got to hand it to those athletes that are getting ready for the fall sports season right now.

Neil Hunter Barrus, 88

Neil Hunter Barrus, 88, beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, returned to his Heavenly Father on Aug. 17, 2015, following a long struggle with Parkinson’s disease. Neil was born July 13, 1927, in Groveland, Idaho, to Ruel Melvin Barrus and Zina Emeline Hale.

Fix your hormones with fiber

Many women suffer from hormonal imbalances such as PMS, uterine fibroids, hot flashes, PCOS, and acne. One of the most effective things to help restore balance is to include more fiber in your diet.

Report: Subway pitchman to admit to child-porn charges

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) - Longtime Subway pitchman Jared Fogle is expected to plead guilty to child-pornography charges, an Indiana television station reported Tuesday.

Nobody's watching you

Intersection cameras are used to monitor traffic, not write tickets

YOUTH SPORTS: Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2015

Golf, select soccer

PUBLIC: Don't get Trumped

Caution: A blustery wind is attacking the United States! Its name is TRUMP.

Colton Willingham, 22

Colton Thomas Willingham went to be with our Lord and Savior on August 15, 2015 at the Hospice of North Idaho. He was born on August 11th, 1993 in Richland, Washington the son of Thomas J. and Rikke Shillingstad Willingham. Colton had a goal of living until he was 22 and he made it! Colton spent most of his younger years in Kennewick, Washington attending school there and moved to Hayden with his parents six years ago.

Networks, starsto raise awareness for education

NEW YORK (AP) - The four largest broadcast networks will simultaneously air a fundraising special for education next month featuring Stephen Colbert, Scarlett Johansson and other celebrity entertainers.

Corps outlines drawdown plans

Perlane is now Restylane Lyft

As Galderma takes the helm of one fast growing injectable company, Dysport is gaining its share of the botulinum market and Perlane is now being marketed as Restylane Lyft. Restylane Lyft has recently gained FDA approval for cheek injections and as a result, has chosen to rebrand one of our favorite fillers. Perlane will now be known as Restylane Lyft. If you hear me talking about Perlane, it is simply out of habit. It has been my workhorse for over 10 years, and I am excited about its new indication for mid face rejuvenation.

Credit where credit's due

When Luke Thoreson was a standout scholar-athlete on the Post Falls Trojans state championship boys basketball team a few years back, Bert and I received a lot of comments about our son/grandson/nephew being such a great kid.

Governor balks at pushing right-to-die bill

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) - California lawmakers on Tuesday announced a second attempt at passing right-to-die legislation this year after an earlier measure stalled amid religious opposition and hesitant Democrats.

The price of reinvention

No pain, no gain for stores chasing fickle shoppers

NEW YORK - Retailers' reinvention plans come with a price tag.

The ins and outs of oils

What oils do you reach for when you cook your favorite meal? The emergence of trendy culinary oils such as grapeseed, hemp, or pumpkin seed oils and the claims about their various health benefits can be overwhelming for consumers.

Broadway stars Criss, Tveit to headline outdoor NYC concert

NEW YORK - Some of Broadway's brightest lights - including Darren Criss, Aaron Tveit, Leslie Odom Jr., Laura Osnes, Lea Salonga and Seth Rudetsky - will perform during a one-day outdoor music festival along the Hudson River next month that organizers hope will become an annual event.

Sign of the times

Idaho replaces mile marker 420 to thwart stoners

BOISE - If you're looking for milepost 420, you won't find it in Idaho.

Fire officials brace for winds

Cold front expected Thursday and Friday

ALBRIGHT: Brings history to life

My wife and I always look forward to reading Syd Albright’s history articles in the Sunday paper. We particularly liked last Sunday’s article about World War I and the Idaho hero. We are presently listening to the “Fall of Giants” by Ken Follett, narrated by John Lee. Lee’s narration is exceptional and was really bringing this incredible story into our house. Syd brought it even further by telling about the Idaho soldier who was on the front lines, as so well described by Lee.

Trials set for suspects in Twin Falls killing

TWIN FALLS (AP) - A south-central Idaho man who authorities say took part in a plan to steal a car offered on Craigslist has pleaded not guilty to first-degree murder.

FETUS: Sorry, they're not human

Observing an unborn baby develop is fascinating! From a single-cell eukaryotic animal, to a stem-cell sponge-like blastocyst, to an embryo with re-absorbable tail and gill ridges and herbivore eyes on side of head, to prosimian/monkey/ape to us. Watching it develop an appendix for koala-like leaf eating. Seeing it develop fingers and toes from an ancestor of 380 Million Years Ago (MYA).

Cops, kids and rodders welcome

PFPD open house to offer activities, tribute

POST FALLS - The fifth annual Post Falls Police Cops-n-Kids and Rodders-n-More Open House will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday at 1717 E. Polston Ave.

Playing the health insurance shell game

Last Wednesday, we were treated to another nonsensical "My Turn" by Chuck Malloy, where he started off by thanking goodness for insurance. He went on to say that he needed to purchase an insulin pen and the cost of a five pack over the counter without insurance was $500, but thanks to the wonderful insurance world, he only paid $35.

Turn summer's fruit bounty into easy, refreshing ice slush

One of our favorite ways to beat the heat at the end of summer is to turn some of the season's abundant produce into beautiful, delicious frozen fruit slushies. It's fun and easy to get creative. Not only can you experiment with different fruits and juices, you also can get fancy (or fanciful) with the glasses and bowls (though clear glass is almost mandatory) you serve them in.

Quick, filling grilled veggie salad built on a base of farro

At this point, many of us have embraced whole grains, become friendly with brown rice, maybe even casual acquaintances with quinoa.

Hunters might get burned

Fires could cause road, trail closures during hunting season

Ditch rice; go with a new grain for better stuffed peppers

Usually, there are two big problems with stuffed peppers: the peppers and the stuffing. Bland, bland, bland.

'Pride' of Midtown returns

Lion statues found, returned to Cd'A home

COEUR d'ALENE - A pair of well-known snarling statues are once again standing sentry outside the front door of the home at 810 N. Third St.

Need healthy, grill-ready treats? You need grilled plantains

In the summer, we eat outside nearly every day. Which translates into three months of meals to cook on the grill; more if you live in San Diego, like we do.

The truth about rose

In the seven-plus years since we have opened the dinner party, we have gladly seen the perception of rose change. As these things usually go, sales trends have responded. We have a steady and growing following for pink wine, made in the traditional bone-dry style that has been around for millennia in the old world appellations of Europe. While we carry an array of roses - slightly more in the summer, but with choices available year round - it is always a bit surprising to hear or read that the demand for rose is just getting started and that rose is not readily available.

New study links preterm birth with microbes in mom's body

WASHINGTON - Scientists might have found a new way to tell who's at risk of having a premature baby, by checking the bacterial community that lives in mom's reproductive tract.

Post Falls approves 87-lot subdivision

Budget includes raises, no tax hike; Fee hikes also approved

Massive blazes drain firefighting resources

CHELAN, Wash. - Wildfires are putting such a strain on the nation's firefighting resources that authorities have activated the military and sought international help to beat back scores of blazes burning uncontrolled throughout the dry West.

Wildfires prompt closure of North Fork Cd'A River drainage area

Due to close to 20 individual fires burning on the Coeur d’Alene River Ranger District and forecasted hazardous fire weather, an area closure has been issued for a large portion of the North Fork Coeur d’Alene River drainage.

Fire burning near ancient cedars

A new fire on the lengthy list of blazes burning throughout the region is threatening the ancient cedars at Settlers Cedar Grove near Prichard and Murray.

Legals August 19, 2015

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE On 11/19/2015 at 11:00 AM (recognized local time), at the KOOTENAI COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 324 W. GARDEN AVE. NORTH ENTRANCE, COEUR D'ALENE, ID 83814, in the County of Kootenai, CASPER J. RANKIN, ESQ., a member of the State Bar of Idaho, of Aldridge Pite, LLP successor to Pite Duncan, LLP as a result of the merger of Pite Duncan, LLP into Aldridge Connors, LLP, as 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 11, Spirit Lake, according to the plat recorded in Book "B" of Plats at 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 Idaho Code Section 60-113, the Trustee has been informed that the address of: 5927 W VERMONT ST, SPIRIT LAKE, ID 83869, is commonly associated with said real property. 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 GARY L. ASHCRAFT, AN UNMARRIED MAN, as Grantor(s), to CHICAGO TITLE INSURANCE COMPANY, as Trustee, for the benefit and security of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR QUICKEN LOANS, INC., ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS, as Beneficiary, dated 11/21/2009, recorded 12/10/2009, as Instrument No. 2244719000, and later modified by a loan modification agreement recorded as Instrument 2460692000, on 06/25/2014, official records of Kootenai County, Idaho. Please note: The above named Grantors are named to comply with Idaho Code Section 45-1506(4)(a); no representation is made that they are, or are not, presently responsible for the obligation. The default for which this sale is to be made is the failure to make monthly payments when due from 3/1/2014 and all subsequent monthly payments thereafter, including installments of principal, interest, impounds, advances, plus any charges lawfully due under the note secured by the aforementioned Deed of Trust, Deed of Trust and as allowed under Idaho Law. The sum owing on the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust as of 7/14/2015 is $178,733.78 including interest, costs, fees, including trustee and/or attorney fees and costs, and expenses actually incurred in enforcing the obligation thereunder or in this sale and to protect the security associated with the Deed of Trust, as authorized in the Note, Deed of Trust or as allowed under Idaho Law. Because interest, late charges, fees, costs and expenses continue to accrue, the total amount due varies from day to day. Hence, if you pay the amount shown above, an adjustment may be necessary after receipt of funds to satisfy the debt. For further information, write the Trustee at 4375 Jutland Drive, Ste. 200, San Diego, CA 92117, or call (866)931-0036 DATED: 7/14/2015 CASPER J. RANKIN, ESQ., a member of the State Bar of Idaho, of Aldridge Pite, LLP successor to Pite Duncan, LLP as a result of the merger of Pite Duncan, LLP into Aldridge Connors, LLP T.S. No. 021763-ID Parcel No.: S45000110120 LEGAL 3942 JULY 28, 2015 AUGUST 4, 11, 18, 2015

Woman believed to be nation's oldest veteran dies at age 110

Reading, 'riting, repairs

Twin Lakes group restoring 95-year-old school

More millennials stuck renting for years before buying home

Delay reflects trend in financial challenges facing young adults

CHIP SHOTS August 18, 2015

NORTHWEST NOTES August 18, 2015

California measure fails to create green jobs

Lawmakers request legislative hearing to examine program

Why Social Security isn't enough

Old or young, if you missed the Social Security story in the Aug. 10 Press, read it now on cdapress.com. This problem affects everyone except the very rich, and requires planning.

Bishop, AquaSox blank Indians

Notebook loss leads to data vanishing

Cancer Care Northwest exposes patient information

Cancer Care Northwest, of Spokane, announced Monday a notebook with patient information was lost.

Local author keeps 'Eye on the Caribou'

Fires reported, snuffed on Tubbs

Fire damages apartments

Amazon's data-driven approach becoming more common

Patti Wilhelm, 79

Griffitts running for mayor in Hayden

'Straight Outta Compton' goes to the top of the box office

Young bald eagle rescued in Cd'A

Bird was found wandering, starving outside ITD office

Police investigate stabbing death at Idaho Falls park

Three new principals named in Lakeland Joint School District

Paslay, Morrison, Mitchell selected to leadership roles

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Calling all city candidates

Filing period begins for numerous municipal positions

Former Shoshone County deputy sentenced for sexual battery

Manufacturer rejects NIC Riverbend proposal

Company considering relocation options

Ellene M. (Capaul) Scott

Ellene M Scott, age 75, of Republic, MO. died August 14, 2015 at her home with family by her side.  She was born January 9, 1940, in Coeur d'Alene, the daughter of George and Frances Capaul.  Ellene married Edward Scott on August 3, 1956 celebrating 59 years of marriage earlier this month.  She was preceded in death by her parents and brother, George Capaul. Ellene is survived by her husband, Edward, two sons, Craig Scott and Jeff Scott and wife, Lisa; a daughter Susan Shippy and husband, Anthony; five grandchildren and seven great grandchildren; two brothers Ray and Ralph Capaul.  A memorial service will be held on Sunday, August 30, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. at Meadors Funeral Home, Republic MO.  Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or DAV Chapter 11, 1708 E.  St. Louis Street, Springfield MO 65802

'Empire,' One Direction big winners at 2015 Teen Choice Awards

Wondering where the lions are

Iconic statues missing from 3rd Street home

Trump: Kick the kids out

GOP candidate targets immigration policy again

Lunches Aug. 17, 2015

How glaciers shape the land

STEM students tackle NASA space robotics challenge

Early Friday morning, North Idaho STEM Charter Academy Zero Robotics team members gathered at the Rathdrum school around two large monitors. On both screens were direct communication lines to NASA and the International Space Station.

All arms ... and heart

MS can't stop retired teacher from finishing 2.4-mile lake swim

Officials boost fire danger to extreme

The onslaught of fires continues to ravage areas in Idaho as the fire danger rating is elevated to the highest level of "extreme."

Warrants

Here is this week's list of suspected lawbreakers sought by Kootenai County police agencies and the sheriff's office:

Feature Photos - July

Press poll: Readers split on gay Scout leaders

If the election were today and these were your choices, who would earn your vote?

COLLEGE: Clinton plan unaffordable

As reported by AP, Hillary is to propose a $350 billion college plan to make colleges more affordable? We can’t afford where the government has us today.

A triple whammy party

Friends, neighbors gather to celebrate birthdays, reunions and anniversaries

Minnie McDonald: A worker for life

IN PERSON

ELDERLY: Abuse a huge problem

You are wise to write about seniors in your editorial. Elder abuse is so rampant.

Kiefer rejoins Vandal volleyball staff

THE FRONT ROW WITH ERIC PLUMMER: Sunday, August 16, 2015

Little League journey hits the final end

I tuned into ESPN on Saturday just in time to see the Idaho coach, from West Valley Little League in Eagle, come out to remove his pitcher late in a one-sided loss to Oregon at the Northwest Regionals, a berth to Williamsport, Penn., and the Little League World Series on the line.

IGNITE: Citizen seeks budget details

There’s a public hearing on ignite cda’s proposed 2016 budget this coming Wednesday, Aug. 19. The hearing is required for adoption of its $7,000,000+ budget, but ignite cda refuses to disclose where the (taxpayers’) money is going. The “budget” lists only three expense items: “administration,” “expenses/debt service” and “capital/debt service.” Nothing more specific than that. (Unknown “expenses/debt service” are more than $4,369,000.) This taxpayer wanted more information from ignite cda and emailed its Executive Director, Tony Berns. Here’s my question and Mr. Berns’ answer.

Firefighters hold the line

Elizabeth (Betty) Claire Magee, 76

Elizabeth (Betty) Claire Magee, 76, passed away on July 24, 2015, after a brief bout with lung cancer. Betty was born Aug. 12, 1938, in San Francisco, Calif. She grew up with her parents, Matthew and Eleda Martin, and two brothers, Robert and David.

A great place for inspiration

2015 Parade of Homes continues today, next weekend

Jim and Teresa Van Sky are in the process of building a house, so their adventure along the Parade of Homes was all about observation, education and inspiration.

Neighborhood of the week: Hayden Homes at Tullamore

Tullamore is a master planned community conveniently located at the intersection of Highway 41 and Poleline Avenue in Post Falls. Although there were a number of builders involved when the community began in 2007, Hayden Homes is now the primary organization designing and building attractive, affordable one- and two-story homes in this neighborhood.

Sea-Tac lacking

Record number of travelers strain Seattle Airport

Putting the 'go' in negotiation

Within the past few years, some of the best-known names in American industry have disappeared down the gaping maws of other companies. Other seemingly unassailable fortresses have been disassembled, and the parts sold off separately. And there's nothing unusual about that.

THE FRONT ROW WITH JASON ELLIOTT: Saturday, August 15, 2015

Where there's Will, there's excitement

The spotlight on the King of the Cage card this Thursday night might seem like it's on "Iron" Will Noland a little brighter, but not to him.

Glenn P. Baltzell, 91

"It has pleased Almighty God to call unto Himself" - Glenn Peter Baltzell. With those words, Pastor R.C. Muhly often announced the passing of loved ones from the altar at Christ the King Lutheran Church in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. And I hear his voice in my head now as I type this and let you know that my dad, Glenn, has heard God's call and answered it this morning, Aug. 12, 2015. We were together at Appleton Medical Center and in the loving care of a wonderful staff.

It pays to work in government

Once upon a time, if you worked for government - what's known as a public service job - you understood that your pay and benefits would lag behind your counterparts working for American businesses, but you also had advantages. You served your community, state or nation. Your job security was higher. Depending upon your particular job, the demands vs. your private sector mirror image might have been a little less.

Inflation running below Fed's target

U.S. producer prices up just 0.2 percent in July

How high is affordable

We are enjoying a brisk real estate market and are delighted with our market improvement. We do wonder how long we can continue to post gains without pricing average folks out of the market.

Milestone Announcements August 16, 2015

Veteran-themed pizza

Business Bits

The new Patriot Pizza business in Suite 85 of Prairie Shopping Center has that name for reasons. When it opens around Sept. 1 in the former Wildcat Pizza location, its emphasis will be honoring military veterans and pizza.

TRUMP: You're voting for Hillary

Walking through a grocery store parking lot I saw a car with a Trump bumper sticker on it. I don’t believe Trump will be the Republicans’ choice to run for president when it’s all said and done. I’m pretty sure he will flame out way before the convention takes place.

Oil price hits lowest level in 6 1/2 years

How many 'dog days' have we had this summer?

My Garden Path

It's kind of hard to call this August the "dog days of summer." Seems like we've been having them over and over since early June. You are to be congratulated if you've managed to keep all your growing things green this summer. Give yourself a big pat on the back! And give thanks that we haven't run out of water ... yet.

Business stockpiles jump in June

Community Thanks August 9, 2015

COPS: Perception of impropriety

I mailed a receipt from one of the local sandwich shops to Police Chief White asking to meet with me at his convenience. This receipt showed a “Police & Fire” discount of approximately 50 percent for the police officer who ate there. I feel that law enforcement should not accept a gratuity from anyone.

IDAHO FOOTBALL: Everything to see, with one exception

Photoshop frustration

Ask The Propellerheads

Results are mixed for treating disk pain with steroids

Ask Dr. K

Lolita Vanell Mitchell, 87

Northwest Notes: Sunday, August 16, 2015

CHEERS: Youth lend helping hand

I am writing in response to having met some very outstanding young men and women who helped me out.

GOP hopefuls join Basque Fry barbecue

Cruz, Fiorina, Walker and Carson speak at Nevada gathering

Isabelle Jeffers Harstad, 97

Isabelle Jeffers Harstad, 97, passed away Aug. 13, 2015, in Great Falls, Mont. She was born on May 26, 1918, to Mary Isabelle (Gilmour) Jeffers and Austin P. Jeffers of Jeffers, Mont.

'Nice to be here!'

Front-runners Clinton, Trump descend on Iowa State Fair

Northwest Notes: Saturday, August 15, 2015

THANKS: More than clean cars

I would just like to take a moment and thank the people who own and manage the Car Wash Plazas in Coeur d’Alene and Post Falls. Every Saturday they offer the use of their facility for three hours to local sports teams, band clubs, cheerleaders and basically any club trying to raise money. I know that the generous use of your facilities is taking money out of your pockets while providing a venue for the kids in our community to work and actually earn money for their clubs’ needs. I just wanted to say thank you; your kindness has been much appreciated by our family and the many car washes we have attended for our kids’ events over the years.

Health officials warn of rabid bats

Getting fit for free with summer activities at Inner Harbor

BALTIMORE (AP) - Steven Bruneau figured a kayak could not be much different from a canoe, which he had paddled many times - until he toppled into the Inner Harbor, his boat upside down next to him.

Search for food no match for automobile

Black bear breaks into car in Montana, destroys interior

HELENA, Mont. - A retired Pittsburgh schoolteacher could do nothing but laugh after a black bear broke into her car in Montana, destroyed the interior while trying to escape, and finally busted out through the windshield.

Otter declines to order investigation of Planned Parenthood

BOISE - Gov. Butch Otter said he will not launch an investigation into Planned Parenthood facilities in Idaho despite receiving a request from nearly 30 Republican state lawmakers.

Briefs

Tools 2 Schools drive continues

British court grants bail to trader accused in 'flash crash'

LONDON (AP) - A British court granted bail to the financial trader accused of contributing to the 2010 Wall Street "flash crash."

Paparazzi pics of young prince irritate royal family

LONDON - Royal officials on Friday urged media organizations not to publish unauthorized images of Prince George and Princess Charlotte, arguing that paparazzi are using increasingly dangerous tactics to get the valuable images.

Records

DIVORCES FILED

A fire by any other name

Panhandle now has 57 wildfires

COEUR d'ALENE - It was bound to happen - after naming 56 wildfires in North Idaho over the past few days, fire officials struggled to name number 57.

U.S. eases crude oil export ban

Action allows trading with Mexico

EDGARTOWN, Mass. - The Obama administration approved limited crude oil trading with Mexico on Friday, further easing the longstanding U.S. ban on crude exports that has drawn consternation from Republicans and energy producers.

Idaho woman shoots grizzly in backyard

A woman who shot a grizzly bear after she believed it posed a threat to her North Idaho family is worried she may be in trouble for killing a federally protected species.

Post Falls budget includes raises, but no tax increase

Viking proposes 87-lot, 37-acre subdivision

POST FALLS - The proposed Post Falls city budget for fiscal year 2016 includes a 1 percent cost of living increase, merit raises up to 3 percent and no property tax hike.

Hayden approves 2016 fiscal year budget

HAYDEN - The Hayden City Council this week approved a $20 million 2016 fiscal year budget, which includes a 3 percent raise for employees.

Firebug strikes again

HAYDEN - Chet and Judy Wolniakowski were doing everything they could to prepare for the worst on Thursday night as the work of an arsonist approached their Hayden home.

Serene scene

Tranquility found in Alaska valley

ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) - To reach one of the most serene spots around Alaska's largest city, you have to rough it first.

Where everybody knows your game

Local store welcomes all gaming fans

Holden Farrey hoped he would last to play his next turn.

Kabuki show debuts at Las Vegas' Bellagio

LAS VEGAS - Las Vegas can be many things to many people, but MGM Resorts International wants leaders and visitors from Japan to know its resorts are more than gambling hubs.

Downside to deer trapping in Dalton

This is an open letter to the residents of Dalton Gardens to inform you that the City Council is seriously considering continuing the "trial" trap and transfer program again this year. While many might think this program is humane and results in little or no mortality, that is not true. In fact, many (if not all) studies have shown that as many as 25 percent of translocated deer die within the first two months of trapping/translocation, and more than 65 percent of deer may not survive longer than one year. Last year's program trapped eight does and two bucks. One doe miscarried as a result of the process and "her blood loss, extreme exhaustion and stress made it evident to me (the trapper) her survival was unlikely."

Ohio zoo to take cubs of bear that killed Yellowstone hiker

TOLEDO, Ohio (AP) - An Ohio zoo will take the two cubs of a grizzly bear that was euthanized after it killed a hiker in Yellowstone National Park.

Gozzer Road barn destroyed

Firefighters were able to contain blaze, save house

COEUR d'ALENE - Eastside firefighters quickly extinguished a fire Friday afternoon that reportedly started in a barn at the intersection of Burma and Gozzer roads near Gozzer Ranch.

We're buying more cars, eating out more

U.S. retail sales rose in July, aided by autos and restaurants

WASHINGTON - Americans bought more cars, restaurant meals and building supplies in July, and the spending points to steady economic growth anchored by the improving job market.

Think Big Festival open to entire community

COEUR d'ALENE - From Aug. 20-22, North Idaho will host brilliant minds from Facebook, Microsoft, Boeing and others exploring the future of robotics and artificial intelligence.

Slaying casts pall on plan to reduce solitary confinement

SACRAMENTO, Calif. - California's efforts to ease its famously harsh use of solitary confinement are clashing with a bloody reality after an inmate who spent decades alone in a tiny cell was sent back to the general population and killed by fellow inmates within days.

He stepped up to the challenge

Charter Academy student one of 267 national youths to receive Congressional Award Gold Medal

COEUR d'ALENE - Mason Magee is only 16, but he has already rubbed elbows with senators, schmoozed with Harvard students and carved out his career path.

Let Planned Parenthood pay for abortion college

After the recent revelation of multiple "undercover" videos that show the underbelly and reality of the daily activities of Planned Parenthood, it appears this U.S. Government-subsidized entity may be breaking laws and behaving eerily like the Eugenicists of the 1930s and 1940s.

For the love of SUP

This weekend is the 2015 Lake Coeur d'Alene SUP CUP. This is the second year the SUP CUP paddleboard races have been held at the North Idaho College beach on Lake Coeur d'Alene. Stand-up paddleboarding has become a rite of summer on our beautiful North Idaho lakes and rivers. I have been fortunate to be an early adopter of this recreation and sport that has its roots in Hawaii. I jumped on my first board relatively recently, in 2010.

No suspects identified in goat stabbing incident

Police have no suspects in the animal-cruelty case in which three goats were stabbed late last month in Coeur d'Alene.

Citizens asked to stay out of forest

COEUR d’ALENE — With dozens of wildfires burning throughout the region, Idaho Panhandle National Forest officials are strongly discouraging all recreational activities within the national forests until conditions improve.

Signal install to close lanes

Crews will install a new traffic signal at the intersection of Seltice Way and Greensferry Road the week of Aug. 19. The work will cause single-lane closures in both the eastbound and westbound directions along Seltice during the work. There are no lane closures anticipated for Interstate 90.

Frown and bare it

Male dancer show results in Falls Club license suspension

POST FALLS - Joe Mayo said he was done having "Ultimate Males" shows at his historic Falls Club bar when he received a notice from Idaho State Police about the no-no.

Stocks close mixed as China's currency stabilizes

NEW YORK (AP) - The anxiety that rattled markets earlier this week dissipated Thursday as China's central bank calmed concerns that the country's currency would continue its slide. Major markets in Europe and Asia made gains, while the U.S. stock market finished with a slight loss.

Work resumes at Zodiac Aerospace

Employees back at work just three weeks after explosion

NEWPORT, Wash. - More than 100 employees went back to work at the Zodiac Aerospace facility in Newport Monday, three weeks after an explosion ended the plant's operations.

Briefs

U.S. 95 crash injures Coeur d'Alene teen

COLUMN: Took a wrong turn

Saturday, Aug. 8 “My Turn” article by Douglas Weir regarding doing away with all traffic controls in the city and country sounds like babble from someone who is texting while driving to the courthouse to pay his last ticket before a warrant is issued. Sad!

Garnet digging may be cut short

COEUR d'ALENE - Gem enthusiasts planning to visit the Emerald Creek Garnet Area to dig for Idaho's state gem, the rare star garnet, should plan to visit the site before Aug. 25 to be guaranteed availability of garnet-bearing material.

You see, government does work

On July 5 of this year a strong wind pushed a fire over a ridge and took aim at Bayview, Idaho. In a span of just over a week, it burned more than 1,300 acres and destroyed six homes. The response from the local fire department, though quick and courageous, was not enough and mutual aid was activated.

Frederick R. Mebius, 68

Frederick R. Mebius, 68, loving son, brother, uncle and friend to many, passed away Aug. 12, 2015, in Post Falls, Idaho.

Idaho wildfires force evacuations

BOISE - Wildfire season accelerated in Idaho on Thursday as evacuations were ordered in the northern part of the state and a massive fire straddling the Idaho-Oregon border grew to 340 square miles.

TRUMP: Here's what I heard

A gullible Associated Press, after the debate critiqued, “A combative Donald Trump jolted the first Republican debate by warning that if denied the nomination he would go independent. While Trump was bombastic, other candidates clamored for the spotlight, quarreled over the issues, and assailed Hillary Clinton.”

Post Falls Food Bank seeks new leader

Wallis to work for STCU; Thoreson named interim director

POST FALLS - Sherry Wallis has gained an emotional attachment to the Post Falls Food Bank as the nonprofit's executive director during the past five years.

Going hungry mustn't be an option

There's no limit to the good things your limited funds could do without ever leaving Kootenai County.

On the town

Culture and nightlife

LETTERS: All you need to know

To better help readers have opinions, this opinion is provided free of charge. I have read Press opinions for an aggregate number of years so I know what I’m talking about.

Beer of champions? Wheaties teams up with brewery

NEW YORK - These Wheaties may not be so good with milk.

TRUMP: Paper tiger or trojan horse?

He has turned people’s anger toward both parties, because of their disgust with the way politicians run this country. Do I like him? No. His ideas — which are very few now — tap into people’s anger. Hopefully he will be more specific instead of just bloviating. It is his mean spirited view of everyone else except himself that I object to.

Officials: Firebug is at it again

HAYDEN - After a two-week lull, someone is once again starting small ground fires near residences along the northeast border of Dalton Gardens near Hayden.

Are there signs of Kardashian Fatigue? Ask John Brown

NEW YORK - Blame the bunny.

STATELINE SPEEDWAY RESULTS: Wednesday, Aug. 12

Aug. 12

Records

DIVORCES FILED

Brady to play Lola in 'Kinky Boots' on Broadway

NEW YORK - Wayne Brady is about to get freaky - on Broadway.

Fugitive of the week

The North Idaho Violent Crimes Task Force is seeking information leading to the apprehension of Cassandra Anne Richard.

TRUMP: Gave viewers what they came for

The nine establishment candidates were not in Ms. Megyn Kelly’s sights that debate night. It was one man, Donald Trump. She knew, and so did we; Trump plays for keeps, hands up. And in the women’s world — no, no, no! Trump wasn’t playing by the rules.

THE FRONT ROW WITH BRUCE BOURQUIN: Friday, August 14, 2015

Lewis gets it done at Golf Channel

Former KXLY weekend sports anchor Todd Lewis has been a veteran of sorts working at The Golf Channel, working there since January 2008. He is an on-site reporter and host, talking about the top storylines from the PGA Tour, plus he serves as an interviewer during the NBC-owned channel's PGA Tour tournament coverage.

Early year home video roundup part deux

August at the box office can be a terrible, terrible time. Last week's abysmal opening of "Fantastic Four" certainly proves the theory. But if you're looking for movie solace on home video, you better dig past the slate of worthless new releases.

Cd'A Symphony concert tickets available online

Individual and season concert tickets for the Coeur d'Alene Symphony's 2015-2016 season are now available online.

Hayden considering roundabout

Traffic measure would be at Ramsey and Honeysuckle

HAYDEN - The Hayden City Council decided this week to go forward with the final design process for a two-lane roundabout at Honeysuckle Avenue and Ramsey Road.

Rihanna to advise 'The Voice' coaches on upcoming season

BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. (AP) - Rihanna is headed to "The Voice."

FETAL: Recalling Unit 731 research

From the mid-1930s to the end of World War II, the Japanese government had a research program called Unit 731, headed by Lt. Gen. Shiro Ishii. Wonderful gains in medicine would be made by this unit. Blood loss calculations, survivability without certain organs, and many more. Many of the experiments were vivisections done without anesthesia. One of their most notable achievements was frostbite treatment (for Japan was expecting another war with Russia). Limbs were frozen and then warmed back up in a variety of ways to study gangrene development and to establish proper warming procedures. These were done on prisoners mainly from Asia, who if not brought to Unit 731 would most likely have been executed.

Shopping for back-to-school deals?

It's all in the timing

NEW YORK - The start of the school year is just around the corner, and you haven't shopped yet?

NORTHWEST NOTES: Friday, Aug. 14, 2015

Soccer jamboree

Retardant record a possibility

One million gallons could be used to fight fires

COEUR d'ALENE - North Idaho may set fire-suppression records this year, with firefighters already dropping 860,000 gallons of retardant on wildfires.

Raises ready to ratify

Agreement would increase Cd'A teacher pay

COEUR d'ALENE - Under the terms of a tentative agreement, teachers in Coeur d'Alene will receive raises this year ranging from 1.75 percent to 11.75 percent.

HBO to carry 'Sesame Street'

PBS to continue airing kids show

LOS ANGELES - The Muppets, longtime residents of PBS, are getting a second home at HBO.

Revive, recover, release

Birds of Prey Northwest will present live bird show Saturday in Coeur d'Alene City Park

ST. MARIES - The soft brown feathers on the chest of B.B. the bald eagle heaved with his breath Thursday morning as handlers placed a hood on him.

COLUMN: Nothing but bad science

I read the article by Jim Pearl that this newspaper felt was worth a third of a page.

Freeway remains open as firefighters battle blaze near Rose Lake

Interstate 90 is not closed due to a fire on the south side of interstate near the Rose Lake exit, reports the Idaho Department of Lands.

Temporary fire information line opened for the Idaho Panhandle NF

 Due to the large number of small fires burning across north Idaho, the Idaho Panhandle National Forests have opened a public fire information line at 

Legals August 14, 2015

IN THE FIRST DSITRICT COURT FOR THE FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT FOR THE STATE OF IDAHO, IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF KOOTENAI Case No. CV 15-5047 NOTICE OF HEARNING ON NAME CHANGE (Adult) IN RE: Elizabeth Emily-Skye Holbart April 30, 1997 A Petition to change the name of Elizabeth Holbart, now residing in the City of Coeur d' Alene, State of Idaho, has been filed in the District Court in Kootenai County, Idaho. The name will change to Elizabeth Harrison. The reason for the change in name is: I would like to take my Mother's last name. A hearing on the petition is scheduled for 9:00 o'clock am on August 24th, 2015 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 July 15, 2015 CLERK OF THE DISTRICT COURT BY: /S/____________ Deputy Clerk LEGAL 3922 JULY 24, 31, 2015 AUGUST 7, 14, 2015

No golden rule anymore

No easy formula for best time to book airline tickets

Travelers dream of the perfect trick to find the cheapest airfare every time, every trip.

Opinion: Respect for our prey

Serial killing of animals for sport tarnishes reputation of honorable hunters

The recent outrage against Dr. Walter Palmer, the lion assassin, was followed by titillating media focus on Sabrina Corgatelli, the big game hunter from Idaho.

IDFG: Waterfowl hunting rules will change; lots of ducks expected

Hunters will see similar waterfowl rules and bag limits to last year in most areas, but with minor season dates and bag limit changes. Excluding Zone 1 in Southeast Idaho, most of the state will open for waterfowl hunting on Oct. 17 and run until Jan. 29, and the youth hunt will be Oct. 3-4.

Proposed county budget includes 3 percent wage hike

COEUR d'ALENE - The Kootenai County commissioners have proposed an $80.9 million budget for fiscal year 2016, an increase of $1.5 million from this year.

Kraft Heinz slashing 2,500 jobs in US, Canada after merger

NEW YORK (AP) - Kraft Heinz said it is cutting about 2,500 jobs as part of its plan to slash costs after the food companies combined.

Some big game hunting seasons have already opened

For many years, there have been big game hunting seasons opening on Aug. 30 in Idaho. In the last decade or so, some hunts have been moved up to as early as Aug. 1.

Kasich defends immigrants

Presidential hopeful promises to redefine conservatism

DERRY, N.H. - Republican presidential candidate John Kasich defended millions of immigrants in the U.S. illegally as "people who are contributing significantly" to the nation, taking on a divisive issue Wednesday as he promised to redefine conservatism during his latest New Hampshire appearance.

Cd'A, Post Falls teachers near salary hike agreements

With the help of a federal mediator, a tentative agreement was hammered out Wednesday between the Coeur d'Alene school board and the local teachers union.

At least 150 evacuated as wind pushes California fire

LOWER LAKE, Calif. (AP) - At least 150 people evacuated their homes as erratic winds Wednesday fanned a wildfire burning through rugged hills in Northern California and pushed the flames across two counties.

Yo ho, yo ho, a pirate's life for he

Prepare to walk the plank and hoist the Jolly Roger this weekend when Cap'n Dan Mimmack's pirate ship sails into The Coeur d'Alene Resort Boardwalk Marina.

THE FRONT ROW WITH GARRETT CABEZA: Aug. 13, 2015

Good pitcher, but even better guy

I learned that Jamie Moyer is a pretty good guy when he tossed a baseball to my brother and I in the right field seats during batting practice at Safeco Field before the start of a Seattle Mariners game in the early 2000s.

Surgery reveals Carter's cancer

Former president to rearrange schedule to undergo treatment

ATLANTA - Former President Jimmy Carter, who at age 90 still travels the world supporting the humanitarian endeavors that have consumed his time in the decades since he left office, announced Wednesday he has cancer that has spread to other parts of his body.

Grizzlies head to the hills - for moths

The dinner bell is ringing high in the Mission Mountains, and grizzly bears are heeding the call.

Records

DIVORCES FILED

Jo Lenander, 84

Jo Lenander passed away quietly Monday, Aug. 10, 2015, at Generations Assisting Living Facility at the age of 84. She was a devoted mother, raising six children, and being a grandmother to 11 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.

Murder verdict vacated

COEUR d'ALENE - The Idaho Supreme Court vacated Joseph Herrera's murder conviction for the shooting death of his 18-year-old girlfriend Stefanie Comack in St. Maries.

Driver fatigue cited as cause of crash that injured Morgan

WASHINGTON - A Walmart truck driver who hadn't slept in 28 hours failed to slow down despite posted warning signs and was responsible for a highway crash last year that severely injured comedian Tracy Morgan and killed another comedian, the National Transportation Safety Board said Tuesday.

Proposed Cd'A budget has 2 percent cost of living raise

Coeur d'Alene Finance Director Troy Tymesen told The Press Wednesday that the city's preliminary 2015-16 budget includes a 2 percent cost of living increase for city employees.

Bush: U.S. may need more troops in Iraq to beat Islamic State

SIMI VALLEY, Calif. - Republican presidential candidate Jeb Bush said Tuesday the U.S. may need to send more ground troops into Iraq to defeat Islamic State militants, but he stopped short of saying how many as he outlined his strategy for combating a threat that's "spreading like a pandemic."

Chlorine gas released

Pacific Steel workers ruptured a barrel containing chlorine gas Wednesday, injuring at least eight people who were hospitalized in critical condition.

US budget deficit swells in July due to calendar quirk

WASHINGTON - The U.S. government ran a much higher budget deficit in July than a year ago, but it's still on track for the lowest full-year deficit in eight years.

Darn the tomatoes: Picnic at The Brig

"Damn the torpedoes! Full speed ahead!"

Toxicity covers three states

Experts see long-term risks from Colorado mine spill

DURANGO, Colo. - Toxic waste that gushed from a Colorado mine and threatened downstream water supplies in at least three states will continue to be dangerous when contaminated sediment gets stirred up from the river bottom, authorities said Wednesday, suggesting there is no easy fix to what could be a long-term public health risk.

No longer the focus?

Cuba dissidents won't attend U.S. Embassy event

WASHINGTON - Cuban dissidents, so long the center of U.S. policy toward the island, won't be invited to Secretary of State John Kerry's historic flag-raising at the U.S. Embassy in Havana on Friday, vividly illustrating how U.S. policy is shifting focus to its single-party government. Kerry intends to meet more quietly with prominent activists later in the day, officials said.

Families helping families

St. Vincent de Paul starts construction on Father Bill Dining Hall

Ground was broken for a good cause Wednesday on St. Vincent de Paul North Idaho's Coeur d'Alene campus.

Second deer and elk tags discounted

COEUR d'ALENE - For hunters who want more hunting opportunity this fall, second general season deer or elk tags are available at a discount.

A home for Idaho's history

Museum seeks to resolve storage issue with BLM

COEUR d'ALENE - Thousands of pieces of North Idaho's history are still in need of a home.

Sandpoint shooting victim identified

SANDPOINT - Police have identified the Sandpoint man killed in officer-involved shooting Tuesday as Casey George Alarcon, 34.

Email troubles persisting, Clinton camp reassures backers

WASHINGTON (AP) - Try as she might to focus on the policies she wants to enact if elected president, Hillary Rodham Clinton just can't dig out of her inbox.

What's so important about your credit score?

Legals August 13, 2015

The following application(s) have been filed to appropriate the public waters of the State of Idaho: 95-17036 DAN R MAYER JACKI M MAYER 10378 W BENNION RD WORLEY ID 83876 Point of Diversion NWNE S24 T48N R05W KOOTENAI County Source GROUND WATER Use: DOMESTIC 01/01 to 12/31 0.04 CFS Total Diversion: 0.04 CFS Date Filed: 6/22/2015 Place Of Use: DOMESTIC T48N R05W S24 NWNE 95-17039 MICHELLE MARIE PORTER 7005 E ARTHUR RD ATHOL ID 83801 Point of Diversion SENW S3 T53N R03W KOOTENAI County Source GROUND WATER Use: IRRIGATION 04/01 to 10/31 0.12 CFS Total Diversion: 0.12 CFS Date Filed: 6/30/2015 Place Of Use: IRRIGATION T53N R03W S3 L3(NENW) SENW Total Acres: 4 95-17044 CPM DEVELOPMENT CORP PO BOX 3366 SPOKANE WA 99220 Point of Diversion NWSE S30 T51N R05W KOOTENAI County Source GROUND WATER Point of Diversion NWSE S30 T51N R05W KOOTENAI County Source GROUND WATER Use: MUNICIPAL 01/01 to 12/31 0.5 CFS 64.3 AF Total Diversion: 0.5 CFS 64.3 AF Date Filed: 6/30/2015 Place Of Use: MUNICIPAL T51N R05W S30 NWNE SWNE SENE NESE NWSE SWSE SESE 95-17045 MIKE HOLSTEIN 90106 BADGER VIEW DR KENNEWICK WA 99338 Point of Diversion L3(NWNW) S23 T53N R05W KOOTENAI County Source SPIRIT LAKE Tributary SPIRIT CREEK Use: DOMESTIC 01/01 to 12/31 0.04 CFS Total Diversion: 0.04 CFS Date Filed: 7/2/2015 Place Of Use: DOMESTIC T53N R05W S23 L3(NWNW) L3(SWNW) Permits will be subject to all prior water rights. For additional information concerning the property location, contact Northern Region office at (208) 762-2800; or for a full description of the right(s), please see www.idwr.idaho.gov/apps/ExtSearch/WRFiling.asp. Protests may be submitted based on the criteria of Idaho Code \u00DF 42-203A. Any protest against the approval of this application must be filed with the Director, Dept. of Water Resources, Northern Region, 7600 Mineral Drive, Suite 100, Coeur D' Alene ID 83815 together with a protest fee of $25.00 for each application on or before 8/24/2015. The protestant must also send a copy of the protest to the applicant. GARY SPACKMAN, Director LEGAL 3928 AUGUST 6, 13, 2015

Dogs and kids

What I did on my summer vacation: Purchased two Labrador retriever puppies, fell in love with said puppies and changed my entire way of life.

Benjamin 'Ben' Castro, 85

Beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and coach, Benjamin "Ben" Castro, 85, of Osburn, Idaho, passed away Aug. 10, 2015, at the Shoshone Medical Center in Kellogg, Idaho. He was born Jan. 26, 1930, in Santa Barbara, Calif. Ben was the son of Antonio and Celia (Arellano) Garcia.

How to prioritize your skin care regimen

According to Statista.com, the skincare industry was a whopping $110 billion in 2014 globally. With all those products on the shelves, it's hard to decipher which ones you should be using. Starting a skincare regimen is imperative to your skin's health and the earlier you start, the better. But how do you choose the right products? Diving into skincare can be overwhelming, so we're breaking down the most important pieces of the puzzle.

Montana man dies in Idaho rollover crash

BIBLE: What is and isn't in it

Hi there Shirley:

Reaching an understanding

City of Hayden, county try to settle airport differences

CAMP: Volunteers richly rewarded

I had a wonderful experience this summer as a reading volunteer for 7- to 9-year-olds at the 2015 Kids Camp at Fernan Elementary School. It was a six-week program, two mornings a week. There were 60 wonderful kids participating and each of their unique and fun personalities became known to all of us.

NORTHWEST NOTES: Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2015

Government seeks ruling against miners, armed protesters

Greece accepts harsh new bailout terms, vows swift vote

'Grace' goes both ways

The July 26 Press Editorial suggested "Grace" should be employed to resolve differences created by recently enacted laws. I agree, but there has been a chasm created between those who want Civil Rights and those who want Religious Freedom. Whether it is national, state or local, laws need to be inclusive and not pit one factor of the Constitution against another factor. With patience and a few modifications we can work our way through these issues.

You had no idea pasta this easy could pack this much flavor

If you've been out to eat at any trendy restaurant during the past five years or have watched any food competition show, you probably have heard of umami. Umami is the pleasant savory flavor resulting from the interaction of certain amino acids with receptors on the human tongue. (It's a wonder we don't get into this level of detail on TV, no?)

The Goldilockssyndrome persists for choosing movie seats

NEW YORK - Too close! Too far back! Middle? No way, aisle.

Idaho Supreme Court listens to betting-machine arguments

BOISE - Justices on Idaho's highest court listened to legal arguments on Tuesday over whether lucrative betting machines should remain legal in the state.

Breastfeeding benefits baby, mom

Breastfeeding your baby provides the complete nutrition he or she needs in the first stages of life for proper growth and development. The American Academy of Pediatrics and other health organizations recommend and strongly encourage mothers to breastfeed infants exclusively for the first six months of life, with continuation until baby and mom are ready to stop.

Shooting victim in intensive care

Briefs

No lifeguards on duty at Q'emiln Park after Friday

SHREK: Superb local performance

We live in an amazingly talented community. My family and I saw “Shrek the Musical” last weekend at the Kroc Center, and we walked away from the production feeling as if we had watched a Broadway show! The acting, the music, the humor and the entire Shrek performance deserves a huge round of applause.

Improving bone health

As we are realizing the deterioration of bone health is reaching epidemic levels in the U.S., we must look at what factors are involved that are within our control.

China devalues currency

Move could reverberate globally

Sandpoint man shot, killed

Names of victim, officers have not been released

The Medicaid debate: Is health insurance a right?

Thank goodness for health insurance.

STATELINE SPEEDWAY RESULTS: Saturday, Aug. 8

PRAIRIE: Traffic trouble (sadly) proven

Tuesday’s page A7 precisely describes the Post Falls accident at Prairie and Pleasant View that I positively predicted and even positively stated, and described in my published “letter to the editor” a short week ago that the “STOP” signage for eastbound traffic at this particular intersection was flawed. Whether Post Falls, Kootenai County, state of Idaho or even federal oversight is responsible for overseeing and correcting this most obviously dangerous intersection is way beyond my comprehension, and undoubtedly, the comprehension of most of our citizenry.

How early is early?

We are fast approaching the 2015 wine grape harvest in the appellations of the western United States, perhaps even faster than we would expect, so it seems an appropriate time to check in with growers and winemakers on their expectations for the vintage. With all the warm dry conditions we have seen throughout the growing season, we he have been hearing consistently from California all the way up to Washington and Idaho that the harvest would be early.

Making the most of summer's vegetable glut with a Cobb salad

At the end of the summer, we all are awash in corn, zucchini and tomatoes. This is, by and large, a good thing. But it begs for a bit of creativity in the kitchen so the end-of-summer vegetables don't mount up and threaten to overtake us.

World/Nation

Cook-off set for Saturday

RATHDRUM - The Rathdrum Parks and Recreation Department is welcoming all pit-masters and lovers of the barbecue craft for the Taste of Rathdrum BBQ Cook-Off.

Move on over, 208

Idaho will need second area code by mid-2018

Center Target donation collections announced

A terrible senior secret

As an adult and a card-carrying member of the human race, you have a responsibility to help those who struggle to help themselves. Children are at the very top of the list, but right behind them are the elderly.

THE FRONT ROW WITH JASON ELLIOTT: Wednesday, August 12, 2015

Farewell to an all-around great coach

During the summer months, the start of fall sports season really starts to sneak up on you, doesn't it?

John 'Bud' Hooper, 86

June 30, 1929 - Aug. 2, 2015

Glenn W. Everts, 61

Glenn W. Everts, 61, passed quietly into our Father's loving arms on Aug. 6, 2015, with his daughters by his side, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, on Aug. 24, 1953, to Mark and Susanne Everts, joining two older brothers who were his best friends.

Notorious for accidents

Fourteen crashes reported at Prairie site in past 10 months

Mentor for life

A few weeks ago, I received a phone call at work with a message that said my mentor from Loma Linda University Physical Therapy School and his wife were going to be coming into town, and they wanted to know if I had time to visit. It had been a long time since I had seen them, and I was excited to think that I would get to visit with the people who had meant so much to me at such an instrumental time of my life.

Dr. Norma Lee 'Cookie' Cook, 87

Dr. Norma Lee "Cookie" Cook, 87, following an extended illness, Cookie went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Aug. 1, 2015, at the Hays Convalescent Center in San Francisco, Calif.

The five basic principles that define functional medicine

1: Functional medicine views us as being genetically and biochemically unique. This personalized approach treats the individual, not the disease. It supports the healing mechanisms of the body, rather than attacking the body.

Brush with kindness is always welcome

Most people are familiar with the Habitat for Humanity projects of building homes, but another program under its umbrella is A Brush with Kindness.

Idaho wildfire scorches sage grouse habitat

'It's happening any day now'

Carousel close to finishing long journey back to Coeur d'Alene

Violet May Bishop, 93

Violet May Bishop passed away quietly in her home in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, on Aug. 9, 2015, at the age of 93. A longtime resident of Amarillo, Texas, she moved to Idaho in 2007. Born May 4, 1922, in Hartsburg, Mo., to Otto Fritz and Hulda Marie Hilgedick, she was the fourth of six children. She graduated from Jefferson City High School in 1940.

Armed militia raises concerns in Ferguson

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Southwest Idaho man dies while mountain biking

McCALL (AP) - A 58-year-old southwest Idaho man has died at Brundage Mountain Resort in central Idaho near McCall in a mountain biking accident.

FETAL: No killing or no funding

A lot of the current media coverage about the sale of fetal tissue obscures the main point which is killing babies in the womb, and incidentally harvesting their body parts. Congress cannot stop or even limit the killing of the unborn, until they are defined as persons. That’s more of the individual state’s responsibility anyway.

The male menopause: Andropause

The counterpart to the female menopause is called andropause (or the "male menopause"). Testosterone levels in men begins to decline with aging beginning in the early 30s, and by age 40 levels naturally decline by one percent per year. However, the decline in male hormone production is much more gradual than the decline in female hormone production.

YOUTH SPORTS: Select soccer, softball, football and basketball

Cd'A fire inspector honored

COEUR d'ALENE - Bobby Gonder, an inspector with the Coeur d'Alene Fire Department, received a regional award, the city announced Tuesday.

CHAMBER: Why funds are needed

In answer to the Letter to the Editor asking for an explanation of why the Coeur d’Alene Chamber of Commerce is fundraising for themselves. I have been a small business member of the chamber for many years and have found the value it provides to business and the community as a whole to be invaluable to both my business and myself. For my business it provides exposure to the community, education opportunities for both myself and employees and a great opportunity to network with the rest of the business community.

REBUTTAL: Take that, conservatives

Thank you, Bonnie Brown, for your great column about management. Mr. Peterson, quit being so serious. She said manage, not get rid of. If fracking is so cost effective, why is Avista asking for a rate increase? Maybe you should ask the people who live near fracking wells about lighting their tap water on fire. Remember, you cannot eat money, drink oil or breathe radioactive air. So a big amen to that, Ms. Brown.

Frederick R. Mebius, 68, loving son, brother, uncle and friend to many, passed away August 12, 2015 in Post Falls, Idaho.

Fred was born December 25, 1946 in Leeuwarden, Holland. He was the middle child of three brothers. His family traveled from Holland to the United States in the early 1950’s. They moved from Salt Lake City, Utah to Southern California where Fred and his two brothers enjoyed their youth. In high school, Fred was drafted to serve in the Vietnam War. He faithfully served and returned in 1969. Later, he worked for the Edgewood Lake Tahoe Golf Course for 30 years before retiring.

Idaho Challenge: Citizens sought to review Core Standards

As part of the Idaho State Department of Education’s regular review process of academic standards, the department is seeking specific input on the English Language Arts/Literacy and Mathematics standards which were adopted in 2011 and implemented by teachers across the state over the past several years.

Monday night lightning causes dozens of new fires

A lightning storm that moved through North Idaho Monday night has resulted in at least 35 new fires across the region.

Legals August 12, 2015

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE On 12/2/2015 at 9:00 AM (recognized local time), in the AUCTION.COM ROOM, at LA QUINTA INN & SUITES, 333 W. IRONWOOD DRIVE, COEUR D'ALENE, ID 83814, in the County of Kootenai, SYDNEY K. LEAVITT, ESQ., a member of the State Bar of Idaho, of Aldridge Pite, LLP successor to Pite Duncan, LLP as a result of the merger of Pite Duncan, LLP into Aldridge Connors, LLP, as 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 13 ENGLISH SUBDIVISION KOOTENAI, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT RECORDED IN BOOK D OF PLATS OF PAGE 59, EXCEPT THE WEST 5 FEET THEREOF CONVEYED TO THE CITY OF COEUR D'ALENE, ID. PURPORTED ADDRESS IS 836 N. 22ND ST. COEUR D'ALENE, ID 83814 MORE CORRECTLY DESCRIBED AS: LOT 13, ENGLISH SUBDIVISION, KOOTENAI COUNTY, IDAHO, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT RECORDED IN BOOK "D" OF PLATS, PAGE 59, EXCEPT THE WEST 5 FEET THEREOF CONVEYED TO THE CITY OF COEUR D'ALENE, IDAHO, 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 Idaho Code Section 60-113, the Trustee has been informed that the address of: 836 NORTH 22ND STREET, COEUR D ALENE, ID 83814, is commonly associated with said real property. 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 CAROLYN SUE LOVELAND-SMITH, as Grantor(s), to FIRST AMERICAN TITLE COMPANY OF IDAHO INC., as Trustee, for the benefit and security of BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., as Beneficiary, dated 9/13/2007, recorded 9/25/2007, as Instrument No. 2123521000, official records of Kootenai County, Idaho. Please note: The above named Grantors are named to comply with Idaho Code Section 45-1506(4)(a); no representation is made that they are, or are not, presently responsible for the obligation. The default for which this sale is to be made is the failure to make monthly payments when due from 10/1/2014 and all subsequent monthly payments thereafter, including installments of principal, interest, impounds, advances, plus any charges lawfully due under the note secured by the aforementioned Deed of Trust, Deed of Trust and as allowed under Idaho Law. The sum owing on the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust as of 7/15/2015 is $155,400.54 including interest, costs, fees, including trustee and/or attorney fees and costs, and expenses actually incurred in enforcing the obligation thereunder or in this sale and to protect the security associated with the Deed of Trust, as authorized in the Note, Deed of Trust or as allowed under Idaho Law. Because interest, late charges, fees, costs and expenses continue to accrue, the total amount due varies from day to day. Hence, if you pay the amount shown above, an adjustment may be necessary after receipt of funds to satisfy the debt. For further information, write the Trustee at 4375 Jutland Drive, Ste. 200, San Diego, CA 92117, or call (866)931-0036 DATED: 7/15/2015 SYDNEY K. LEAVITT, ESQ ., a member of the State Bar of Idaho, of Aldridge Pite, LLP successor to Pite Duncan, LLP as a result of the merger of Pite Duncan, LLP into Aldridge Connors, LLP T.S. No. 023951-ID Parcel No.: C2655000013A LEGAL 3943 JULY 29, 2015 AUGUST 5,12, 19, 2015

Answers sought as mine spill fouls rivers

Man killed in diving accident identified

CHIP SHOTS August 11, 2015

Records

Animator, director to speak at Coeur d'Con

Hayden's Cook worked on 'SuperFriends,' 'Scooby-Doo,' 'The Flintstones,' 'Godzilla'

Byrd guides Indians past Tri-City

Steve Neil Hatcher, 57

Steve Neil Hatcher, 57, of Spokane Valley, Wash., died suddenly on Aug. 5, 2015. Born on Nov. 5, 1957, to Ron and Hazel Hatcher, Steve graduated from Central Valley High School and was passionate about sports.

Clinton proposes $350B college plan

Verizon ditches contracts; consumers could benefit

Keough to lead budget committee

Sandra Lee Novotny, 64

June 24, 1951 - Aug. 8, 2015

A not-so-fantastic debut

'Fantastic Four' bombs on opening weekend

Google to be part of new holding company

Idaho recovers $24M protecting consumers

Berkshire Hathaway buying Precision Castparts

Big One Chinook Derby winners announced

Dave Palmer netted largest fish, claims $5,000 prize

The winner of this year's Big One Chinook Derby caught the largest salmon pulled from Lake Coeur d'Alene in 20 years.

Woman dies in Post Falls accident

Car avoided one collision, but slid into traffic, was struck by motorhome

Driver survives offroad plunge

Vehicle went 250 feet down Fernan Saddle embankment

Fourth Street nears finish

Concrete work ends today, needs a week to cure

Vandals strike Tiki Hut

Beverage stand was victim of break in, arson attempt

Shine a light on dark money

With federal and presidential candidates already gearing up for the 2016 election season, eyes turn to funding. Money is power, and when the money behind a candidate hides from the spotlight, citizens grow circumspect. So it's alarming when one of the biggest potential flashlights grows dim.

Another year, more violence

Police shooting,protests put Ferguson on edge

Woman allegedly shot by boyfriend

Victim had gunshot wound on the left side of her face

NORTHWEST NOTES August 11, 2015

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Legals August 11, 2015

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE On 11/19/2015 at 11:00 AM (recognized local time), at the KOOTENAI COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 324 W. GARDEN AVE. NORTH ENTRANCE, COEUR D'ALENE, ID 83814, in the County of Kootenai, CASPER J. RANKIN, ESQ., a member of the State Bar of Idaho, of Aldridge Pite, LLP successor to Pite Duncan, LLP as a result of the merger of Pite Duncan, LLP into Aldridge Connors, LLP, as 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 11, Spirit Lake, according to the plat recorded in Book "B" of Plats at 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 Idaho Code Section 60-113, the Trustee has been informed that the address of: 5927 W VERMONT ST, SPIRIT LAKE, ID 83869, is commonly associated with said real property. 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 GARY L. ASHCRAFT, AN UNMARRIED MAN, as Grantor(s), to CHICAGO TITLE INSURANCE COMPANY, as Trustee, for the benefit and security of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR QUICKEN LOANS, INC., ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS, as Beneficiary, dated 11/21/2009, recorded 12/10/2009, as Instrument No. 2244719000, and later modified by a loan modification agreement recorded as Instrument 2460692000, on 06/25/2014, official records of Kootenai County, Idaho. Please note: The above named Grantors are named to comply with Idaho Code Section 45-1506(4)(a); no representation is made that they are, or are not, presently responsible for the obligation. The default for which this sale is to be made is the failure to make monthly payments when due from 3/1/2014 and all subsequent monthly payments thereafter, including installments of principal, interest, impounds, advances, plus any charges lawfully due under the note secured by the aforementioned Deed of Trust, Deed of Trust and as allowed under Idaho Law. The sum owing on the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust as of 7/14/2015 is $178,733.78 including interest, costs, fees, including trustee and/or attorney fees and costs, and expenses actually incurred in enforcing the obligation thereunder or in this sale and to protect the security associated with the Deed of Trust, as authorized in the Note, Deed of Trust or as allowed under Idaho Law. Because interest, late charges, fees, costs and expenses continue to accrue, the total amount due varies from day to day. Hence, if you pay the amount shown above, an adjustment may be necessary after receipt of funds to satisfy the debt. For further information, write the Trustee at 4375 Jutland Drive, Ste. 200, San Diego, CA 92117, or call (866)931-0036 DATED: 7/14/2015 CASPER J. RANKIN, ESQ., a member of the State Bar of Idaho, of Aldridge Pite, LLP successor to Pite Duncan, LLP as a result of the merger of Pite Duncan, LLP into Aldridge Connors, LLP T.S. No. 021763-ID Parcel No.: S45000110120 LEGAL 3942 JULY 28, 2015 AUGUST 4, 11, 18, 2015

Let it snow? Probably not this winter, folks

Following one of the hottest Julys on record across the Inland Northwest, it continued to be very warm and bone-dry through the first week of August.

World/Nation Briefs

North Idaho Violence Prevention Center announces two new board members

Survey shows budworm outbreak

Idaho endowment lands produce record $124 million

It's that time again

Back to School Kids Fair attracts families, provides supplies to students

Hearing set in off-road park dispute

Twisted Mud 'N Crawl allegedly operating without a permit

Three Sisters Fire near Bayview now 80 percent contained

Thinking outside the hotel box: Part 1

Destination: Everywhere

When you're planning a trip, the first item to check off the list (after deciding where to go) is finding lodging. Most people automatically start scanning hotel reviews or booking websites like Hotwire. But there are other options besides the standard La Quinta.

Social Security at 80

Government's largest benefit program stands at pivotal point

NORTHWEST NOTES August 10, 2015

For the third year in a row, the Coeur d'Alene Viking football coaches, in association with the Viking Touchdown Club and Viking Booster Club, will offer a 2-day football skills camp at no cost to any Coeur d'Alene Junior Tackle football player (5th-8th grade) on Aug. 19-20 at Coeur d'Alene High School.

The fruits (and veggies) of summer

Shared Harvest members spruce up the growing space as they get ready for annual fundraiser

GOP steels itself for uncertainty in White House race

Milestone Announcements August 9, 2015

Buffett's company reports 37 percent drop in 2Q earnings

Layoffs hit rebuilding town hard

FLAG: Ode to a floral tribute

For the last several years there has been a floral flag on Fourth Street in front of Coeur d’Alene High School. It was such a lovely sight to see and so appreciated by this military family. It hasn’t been planted for the last two seasons and now that patch is covered in sod, an indicator that we have reached the end of an era.

Marjorie Mary Wormuth, 94

June 13, 1921 -July 18, 2015

Parker Ridge fire continues to grow in Boundary County

FOOD: If it's GMO, label it

On July 23, Idaho’s two members of the U.S. House of Representatives, Raul Labrador and Mike Simpson, voted in favor of a bill, H.R. 1599, the DARK (Deny Americans the Right to Know) Act. They voted against most Americans who are in favor of mandatory labeling of GMOs, genetically modified organisms, now found in our food.

And the upBeat goes on

The August year-to-date comparisons are complete. As anticipated, the North Idaho real estate market continues to outperform the last several years of activity and prices continue to climb. It appears that shadow inventory is coming into the market albeit at a slow enough pace that it is not dampening prices. Shadow inventory is foreclosed inventory that has been held off the market until a reasonable price can be expected. With our strong current market we have begun to see an increase in foreclosure sales even though we are seeing fewer “notices of default” that indicate pending foreclosure.

Sylvan (Sy) Thompson, 91

Sylvan (Sy) Thompson went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on July 23, 2015, in Rathdrum, Idaho. He was born on a farm in Sour Creek near Holmen, Wis., to Clifford and Edna (Peterson) Thompson on May 29, 1924. His family moved to town when he was quite young, but he never lost his country roots and he spent many hours with his Uncle Chester and Aunt Gladys on their farm driving their draft horses and doing farm chores.

David Walter Worley, 87

David Walter Worley (Sunny), 87, of Athol, Idaho, passed away Thursday, July 23, 2015, at the Hospice House in Hayden, Idaho, from sepsis. Born Oct. 5, 1927, to Ollie Maye and David Franklin Worley in Blum, Texas.

Study: Global warming sparks wildfires

UI professors say climate change means more 'megafires'

Even with banks open, Greek firms paralyzed by restrictions

FETAL: Another side to the story

Ron Vieselmeyer’s letter was published in the Coeur d’Alene Press Wednesday morning. It is an interesting coincidence that while he was ranting away at Planned Parenthood and demanding that the organization be defunded, this column was found in “The Week” and I quote:

Long-distance business connections

Business Bits

This has been a lake-play-in-Western-Montana week so I haven't had my usual connections. I have several leads on new places, but none are immediate. I'll save those for upcoming issues.

Allen Louis McKimmey, 94

On Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2015, two days shy of his 95th birthday, Allen Louis McKimmey took a nap and woke up with God.

JAIL: Let the light shine bright

My husband and I are very glad to see that you are covering the Kootenai County Jail and the scandalous conditions under which it is run. Several years ago, my brother-in-law called me and asked me for some help dealing with his son. Isaiah had spent six years in Orofino, during which time his mental health had deteriorated. When he came home, he was a mess. We tried to get him help again and again. Then, he took the ferry to Alaska. He was arrested because he got into a fight. It was the best thing that ever happened to him. He was diagnosed as a paranoid-schizophrenic and sent to Spokane, to a wonderful place, the Carlyle House. He got medication and regular treatment and a place to live.

Nearing full health?

U.S. economy adds 215,000 jobs and moves Fed closer to rate hike

FINANCES: An idea for schools, chamber

Both the Coeur d’Alene Chamber of Commerce and the school system are addressing financial concerns. The chamber is struggling to rectify an unwise cash flow situation mostly due to a $21,000 monthly mortgage payment. Thanks to some community charity their financial hole is not as deep. The schools, while not in a serious situation, are looking to make more prudent choices of monetary allocations.

Triathlon TRIUMPH

Four sponsored athletes complete difficult journeys to compete in the Cd'A Triathlon

Man found dead in Yellowstone was attacked by grizzly bear

Helen Larson-Martin, 88

Jan. 3, 1927 - July 3, 2015

'Banzai runs' a thing of the past?

Tuberculosis is still a killer disease

Ask Dr. K

Spokane man drowns

Save forests and support PREPARE

Some people are going to scoff at the suggestion that climate change - a watered-down term for global warming - is rendering our forests increasingly susceptible to catastrophic burns.

BIBLE: Just tell the truth

It’s interesting how many different versions of the Bible are “quoted” in various publications. If the same were true of any other book, there would be legal action.

Time for a dramatic shift?

Media stocks slammed as pay TV bundle starts unravelling

Getting up to speed on podcast

Ask The Propellerheads

Casey Morrisroe: Student success at the forefront

IN PERSON

Casey Morrisroe is a family man with a vision and heart for education.

Community Thanks August 9, 2015

Color your world

Coloring books aren't just for kids anymore

Imagine a world with no rules.

Bayview water board fills vacancy

The Bayview Water and Sewer District board has filled a vacancy created by board member Chuck Waller's death last month.

Wildfire nears Parker Creek area

BONNERS FERRY - A wildfire continues to creep into the Parker Creek area 7 miles southwest of Porthill in northern Boundary County.

'Fox NFL Sunday' to get in the game at this year's Emmys

BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. (AP) - The Emmys will be getting quite a warmup this year.

Trading four wheels for two

How to plan for life without a car

I used to work for an alternative newsweekly, and through my work there I learned about Rails-to-Trails efforts, local construction of bike lanes and efforts to increase bike safety. After a couple of years of reading and reporting on the matter, I became inspired to sell my car and use my bike for my primary transportation needs.

A heads up to Cd'A motorists

Kathleen Avenue paving project starts Monday

COEUR d'ALENE - Crews are expected to begin paving streets on Monday as part of Coeur d'Alene's annual overlay program.

Center Target Sports hosts swap meet today

Center Target Sports in Post Falls is hosting its fourth annual Customer Appreciation Event and Swap Meet today from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Country singer Jake Owen announces divorce from wife, Lacey

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Country singer Jake Owen and his model wife, Lacey Buchanan, are divorcing.

Movers and shakers

Cd'A High grad launches furniture design collection

Records

JUDGMENTS

Where evolution, atheism and science really end up

Since I was a child raised in the California Coast Ranges, I have enjoyed science, history, and learning. Oh, the excitement when I found an obsidian arrowhead in the hills; or when I was able to call in a fox and get a photo of the fox with my parents' old 1950s camera! On July 20, 1969, as I was doing geologic mapping along the Oregon coast, I pulled off the road to hear the Apollo 11 moon landing-that is one of the greatest engineering feats of the modern era! It was fascinating to watch the rovers Opportunity and Spirit visit craters on Mars (2005+).

Progress made on 3 Sisters blaze

Cooler temperatures Thursday allowed firefighters to make progress in battling the 3 Sisters wildfire burning 2 miles northwest of Bayview in Bonner County.

'Orange Is the New Black,' 'Glee' stars join 'The Wiz Live!'

NEW YORK (AP) - Uzo Aduba from "Orange Is the New Black" and Amber Riley from "Glee" have joined the cast of NBC's Dec. 3 live production of "The Wiz Live!" as witches.

Stewart ends 'Daily Show' with 'moment of Zen,' Springsteen

NEW YORK - Jon Stewart said goodbye to "The Daily Show" on Thursday, America's foremost satirist of politicians and the media ushered out by Bruce Springsteen and a reunion of the many colleagues that he worked with during 16 years as host.

Waiting for arrival

Steady U.S. job gains likely foretell higher interest rates

WASHINGTON - A new era of higher rates on home and car loans, steeper borrowing costs for businesses and the government - maybe even a bit more return for savers - is about to arrive.

Timothy Eugene Youngblood, 56

Timothy Eugene Youngblood, 56, died after a short, courageous battle with esophageal cancer on Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2015, while holding hands with his devoted wife at his home in Rathdrum, Idaho. He was born March 6, 1959, in Denver, Colo., to LaVonne E. Soland and Earnest Eugene Youngblood.

Definitely 'the big one'

The largest chinook salmon caught in Lake Coeur d'Alene in several decades was reeled in Friday, day three of the annual Big One Chinook Derby.

Family makes 'priceless' donation

HAYDEN - Holly McGlynn said witnessing her son, Justin, ride a bike for the first time was a priceless experience.

10-year-old girl from Bahrain youngest swimmer at worlds

KAZAN, Russia - Alzain Tareq led the parade of swimmers to the starting blocks for the first heat of the 50-meter butterfly at the world championships.

Personalities and politics

Key takeaways from the first GOP debate of 2016 campaign

CLEVELAND - The first Republican debate of the 2016 campaign for president opened with an absolute bang as billionaire businessman Donald Trump refused to pledge his loyalty to the GOP.

THE FRONT ROW WITH JASON ELLIOTT: Saturday, August 8, 2015

Another way to draw a big crowd

It never fails to amaze me the kind of lengths some will go to in order to get a leg up on their competition.

Quitting cold turkey

COEUR d'ALENE - Jim Myers voted against Barack Obama twice, and Al Gore and John Kerry - a strong Republican track record.

Heath Lake railroad crossing gets hearing

SAGLE - Bonner County commissioners plan to hold a public hearing as plans progress to close the at-grade railroad crossing on Heath Lake Road.

Globe trotters

While Lowe hosts Premier League, husband coaches U.S. 3rd tier

NEW YORK - As Rebecca Lowe's focus turns to England and the start of the Premier League season on Saturday, she also keeps attention on California.

Olympic champ Vollmer shows how to have it all

SAN ANTONIO - Dana Vollmer is back at the pool, hoping to compete at another Olympics and reclaim her world record.

Denny Denniston, 90

Retired Brigadier General Clyde "Denny" Denniston passed away peacefully on August 1, 2015. Denny was born in Portland, Indiana in 1925 to parents Clyde Roscoe and Esther Denniston. He grew up with sisters JoAnn and Mary and graduated from high school in Greenville, Ohio in 1943. Upon graduation, Denny entered the U.S. Military Academy in West Point, New York. He graduated in June 1946 with a commission as a second lieutenant in the Army Air Corps, his pilot rating, and a Bachelor of Science degree. A few hours after his commissioning, Denny married the love of his life Marjanna Manlove of Newburg, New York. He served in the Air Force for 34 years from 1943-1976. His daughter Sherry was born in New Mexico, son Robert in Arizona, and son Peter in Virginia.

Daredveil Maddison rides the waves in latest stunt

SAN DIEGO - Although daredevil Robbie Maddison has done plenty of crazy stunts, people thought he'd really lost it when he proposed riding his motorcycle on water.

Get rid of unneeded traffic controls

Although no one can condone vandalism, I understand the frustration of the perpetrator who cut down the stop signs on Rimrock Road. Those of us who use Upper Hayden Lake Road are now having to deal with a totally unnecessary all-way stop sign system at Half Mile Lane.

U.S. consumer borrowing hits another record in June

WASHINGTON (AP) - U.S. consumer borrowing hit another record in June, good news for the American economy.

Whole nutritious foods and vitamins

Last week, I did a short review on vitamins and questioned whether we should take vitamins or get our key nutrients from whole organic foods.

Steve Neil Hatcher

Steve Neil Hatcher, 57 of Spokane Valley, WA died suddenly on August 5, 2015. Born on November 5, 1957 to Ron and Hazel Hatcher, Steve graduated from Central Valley High School passionate in sports.

Legals August 8, 2015

IN THE DISTRICT COURT FOR THE FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT FOR THE STATE OF IDAHO, IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF KOOTENAI Case No. CV15-5022 NOTICE OF HEARING ON NAME CHANGE (Adult) IN RE: Mary Ann Livingston-Stevenson A Petition to change the name of Mary Ann Livingston-Stevenson, now residing in the City of Post Falls, State of Idaho, has been filed in the District Court in KOOTENAI County , Idaho. The name will change to Mary Ann Stevenson-Livingston. The reason for this change is: because the Department of Licensing filled out my name change papers wrong and I didn't catch it. A hearing on the petition is scheduled for 9:00 am on August 24, 2015 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: 7/15/15 JIM BRANNON CLERK OF THE DISTRICT COURT By: Bobee Deglman Deputy Clerk LEGAL 3919 JULY 18, 25, 2015 AUGUST 1, 8, 2015

Oreo-maker latest 'Big Food' company targeted for shakeup

NEW YORK - The maker of Oreo cookies may again be the target for a shake-up as "Big Food" companies scramble to transform amid changing tastes.

ENTITLED: Rudeness is killing our country

So the entitled generation is entitled to be as rude as they want. They can do whatever they like, be as loud as they can be, doesn’t matter what time of day or night. A party every night? Sure.

Legal or not? Cannabis oil sales scrutinized

Vapor shops not paranoid about cannabis oil

COEUR d'ALENE - While residents in Idaho's neighboring states are enjoying marijuana recreationally and as a medicine, residents here are not. At least, not legally.

Tom Cruise's greatest missions

If you take away the capes and special powers, there is only one superhero in Hollywood: Tom Cruise.

Living in the real world

Judging from Bonnie Bogart-Brown's July 28 My Turn [When Human Management Isn't Such a Good Thing], she'd be just as happy living in a cave. More power to her, but most of us - me included - aren't interested in rolling the clock back 5,000 years. We enjoy life's little conveniences: food on our tables, a roof over our heads, clothes on our backs and, more recently, computers, cell phones and a host of life-saving advances in medical technologies that would have astonished our forbearers.

North Idaho vet fights for gun rights

PRIEST RIVER - More than 100 protesters gathered Thursday around a veteran's home over fears the Department of Veterans Affairs was attempting to take the man's firearms.

Former railroad line is new walking trail

The city of Coeur d'Alene is grading a dirt trail along the Spokane River now that it owns the old Burlington Northern Railroad right of way.

RULINGS: Something seems to be off here

News flash: Federal judge rules Idaho’s anti-dairy spying law violates animal rights activists’ First Amendment rights to expose cruelty to dairy cows. Meanwhile, a federal judge in San Francisco has extended a restraining order that blocks a human rights group from releasing videos documenting Planned Parenthood’s harvesting and sale of fetal body parts and intact fetal cadavers.

Briefs

Rathdrum City Council meeting date changed

The Journey is the reward

Camp for cancer survivors helps kids recover

POST FALLS - Karsten Fagan of Dalton Gardens stood on the diving board Wednesday, nervously peering at the water below.

Hotel trade group blasts proposed sale of Orbitz to Expedia

NEW YORK (AP) - The hotel industry is objecting to the acquisition of Orbitz by one-time rival Expedia, saying that it would lead to higher prices for vacationers and larger fees for hotel owners.

Darleen Francis (Weber) Macek, 92

Darleen Francis (Weber) Macek, of Coeur d'Alene and Sandpoint, Idaho, passed away peacefully on Aug. 4, 2015. She was surrounded by her seven children at her son's home in Coeur d'Alene.

Musician storms into the writing business

Hayden resident publishes first novel

How would your town react if a miracle mysteriously occurred during a mundane church service?

Shrek on stage now at Kroc Center

"Shrek the Musical" is now playing in Coeur d'Alene.

VETS: Great citizens - and employees

When servicemembers are discharged from the military, they are faced with numerous questions as they transition back to civilian life. Among the most pressing of these questions is: What will I do to support myself and my family? Once veterans secure an answer to that question they are usually well on their way to a successful transition to civilian life.

FUGITIVE: An odd and scary night

On July 31, a law-enforcement helicopter began flying over our neighborhood around 10:30 p.m., shining its spotlight on fields, woods and houses. It would light up several acres at a time or an entire room, by penetrating just one window. This continued until midnight. Deputies guarded their huddle of vehicles, perhaps recalling the embarrassing event of two or three years ago when a prisoner drove away in the sheriff’s Ford Escape, but they did shout warnings to the fugitive that they would soon release their canine unit. It seemed to all of us that they were dealing with a desperate and dangerous person. We armed ourselves and locked our doors. Then it all stopped and everyone apparently went home. Had the fugitive been captured, was he still lurking in the neighborhood or was this just a drill? There were no house checks, not even by phone and no searches of outbuildings were conducted.

Taking the fight to cancer

Local event raises $1.83 million

COEUR d'ALENE - In its second year, The Showcase tripled the amount raised to support the Community Cancer Fund, which provides cancer care and research in the Inland Northwest.

Hatley takes sixth at Washington Amateur

CLE ELUM, Wash. - Reid Hatley of Hayden Lake posted a final round 73 to finish sixth in the Washington State men's Amateur on Thursday at the Rope Rider course at Suncadia Resort.

MILLIE: A kind word for cops

I recently lost my keys with car, house, mailbox keys on the chain. I had accidentally left them in my mailbox. Several people saw them hanging from the box. I was beside myself, looking at more than $200 to replace the keys.

Records

DIVORCES FILED

PGF SOFTBALL: Xtreme takes ninth at national tournament

HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif. - Olivia Zufelt hit a home run and had a base hit as the North Idaho Xtreme 14-and-under softball team finished ninth at the Premier Girls Fastpitch National Championship tournament on Thursday.

COLUMN: Rating isn't favorable

Regarding the Dan and Fiona Gressler column of July 25: Dumbest article yet. Typical liberal — push laws that hurt people, then insult them when they dare to speak up.

THE FRONT ROW WITH BRUCE BOURQUIN: Friday, August 7, 2015

Ex-Sonic Schrempf golfs for charity

It was pretty easy to spot former Seattle SuperSonics and Portland Trail Blazers forward Detlef Schrempf on the driving range on Monday at the Coeur d'Alene Resort Golf Course at The Showcase, a nine-hole exhibition golf event that raised more than $1 million for charity to fight cancer at the local levels around the Inland Northwest.

Want your phone? Write me a check

Sheriff's office investigating possible extortion case

COEUR d'ALENE - Deputies are investigating an alleged attempt to extort money for the return of an iPhone that was stolen from a Silverwood bathroom last month.

On the town

Culture and nightlife

Chisholm receives honor

World War II vet spent more than 70 years with American Legion

COEUR d'ALENE- Conrad Chisholm spent more than 70 years as part of the American Legion. He rose through the ranks, manned several positions and gave his all to an organization he believed in, as many who know him said.

Sanctuary for a little sanity

Listen to Mateusz Wolski play his violin, and for a moment or two, presidential politics and other emotional powder kegs are shoved safely to sanity's periphery.

Poll: Few have received credit cards with chips

Even as an Oct. 1 deadline approaches to replace Americans' out-of-date credit cards with new cards embedded with computer chips, the vast majority of Americans still have not received their new cards and only a small minority are using the chips at all, a new Associated Press-GfK poll shows.

FORESTS: A case for management

Bonnie Bogart-Brown’s July 28 My Turn [When Human Management Isn’t Such a Good Thing], reveals a troubling lack of understanding for Idaho’s beautiful forests. She laments “management,” by which she means “excessive clearcutting,” which, she suggests are warming our forests, I guess in the same way she thinks Earth’s climate is warming.

STATELINE SPEEDWAY RESULTS: Wednesday, Aug. 5

Aug. 5

Trump jolts first GOP debate

Billionaire won't rule out third-party bid; rivals scramble for attention

CLEVELAND - A combative Donald Trump, the billionaire businessman-turned-presidential candidate, jolted the first Republican debate of the 2016 campaign by warning he might run as an independent if denied the GOP nomination. His startling declaration left his onstage rivals scrambling to compete for attention the rest of the night.

Derby angler reels in real big one

Do you ride the bus?

Got an opinion about the Citylink bus service?

Three Sisters fire now at 264 acres, 30 percent contained

BAYVIEW — Growth of the Three Sisters fire was minimal Thursday, allowing firefighters to begin working on wrangling the blaze.

Reggie Nault, 16

Reggie Nault, age 16, passed away on July 21, 2015, in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.

David Walter Worley 87

David Walter Worley (Sunny), 87 of Athol Idaho, passed away Thursday Jul. 23, 2015 at the Hospice House in Hayden Idaho from sepsis.  Born Oct. 5, 1927 to Ollie Maye and David Franklin Worley in Blum Texas.

Center Target Sports event targets help for nonprofits

Center Target Sports in Post Falls is hosting its 4th annual Customer Appreciation Event and Swap Meet tomorrow from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Legals August 7, 2015

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE On Tuesday, the 3rd day of November, 2015, 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: THE EAST O OF THE NORTH 50 FEET OF TRACT 7, COSTELLO ACRE TRACTS, KOOTENAI COUNTY, IDAHO, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT. BOOK "C" PAGE 133. 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 417 N. 16th St., Coeur d'Alene, 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 KIMBERLY A THOMPSON, a Single Person, Grantor, to Ryan M. Fawcett, Successor Trustee, for the benefit and security of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., recorded June 22, 2007, as Instrument No. 2106852000, Mortgage records of Kootenai County, Idaho; and assigned to the IDAHO HOUSING AND FINANCE ASSOCIATION by Assignment of Deed of Trust recorded on June 18, 2015, as Instrument No. 2502718000, 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 SHE 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 June 20, 2007, in the amount of $1,237.00 each, for the months of February through June, 2015, 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 6.30% per annum from January 1, 2015. The principal balance owing as of this date on the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust is $158,359.23, plus accrued interest at the rate of 6.30% per annum from January 1, 2015. DATED This 2nd day of July, 2015. RYAN M. FAWCETT, a Member of the Idaho State Bar, SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE LEGAL 3905 JULY 17, 24, 31, 2015 AUGUST 7, 2015

After years of heated debate ...

... SEC requires companies to reveal CEO-vs-worker pay gap

WASHINGTON - Federal regulators have approved a long-delayed rule requiring companies to reveal the pay gap between CEOs and their employees.

Renee Marie (Riegert) Cook, 42

Renee passed away on July 5, 2015. She was born November 26, 1972, in Lakewood, Calif., to parents Carl Riegert III and Judy (Ballou). After her mother remarried Dewey Berndt, the family moved to Post Falls, Idaho, in 1979 where Renee graduated high school with the honor of being a Troubadour in 1990.

James P. Halley, 91

James "Pat" Halley died peacefully at Bella Angel Residential Care on Aug. 2, 2015, in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho at the age of 91.

Fast firefighting

Quick response slows wildfire on Fernan Lake Road

FERNAN - Despite strong gusty winds and extremely dry conditions, firefighters knocked down a 3.5-acre wildfire on Fernan Lake Road Wednesday morning that appears to be human-caused.

Movies at the library

COEUR d'ALENE - The Coeur d'Alene Public Library is screening two movies in August, each geared toward a different age demographic.

Hayden stop sign posts cut

HAYDEN - Multiple posts supporting stop signs in a Hayden neighborhood were cut down early this week, according to a Kootenai County Sheriff's Office report.

Snuffing out an unpredictable blaze

California meets drought-fueled fire season with extra crews

LAKEPORT, Calif. - The firefighters come from near and far, working 24-hour shifts to snuff out an unpredictable blaze that has burned more than 100 square miles in Northern California near a major recreational lake.

Records

DIVORCES GRANTED

ASA SOFTBALL: Xtreme advance at nationals

HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif. - Ashley Kaufman pitched a complete game shutout, leading the North Idaho Xtreme 14-and-under girls softball team to a 6-0 win against the California Cruisers in the ASA National Championships on Wednesday.

Golf to help Turner family

Benefit event for man with broken neck is Aug. 16

COEUR d'ALENE - A golf tournament is scheduled for Aug. 16 to raise money for a man who suffered a serious neck injury on the Fourth of July.

The future of security

Middle, high school students take part in CyberCamp

COEUR d'ALENE - University of Idaho-Coeur d'Alene and the Air Force Association's CyberPatriot program this week hosted CyberCamp, a high-tech cybersecurity program for middle and high school students.

Kootenai Health receives $45K grant

Avista Foundation will award $15K for next 3 years

Recognizing Kootenai County's growing need for quality, local health services, the Avista Foundation awarded Kootenai Health a $45,000 grant for the medical center's expansion.

Clinton tries to break through Trump surge with GOP attacks

WASHINGTON - Ten Republican candidates for president in 2016 will debate Thursday for first time. Spend any time listening to Democratic frontrunner Hillary Rodham Clinton this past week, though, and it would seem like only one really matters: Jeb Bush.

An industry still startled

Automakers trying to prevent hackers from commandeering vehicles

DETROIT - When researchers at two West Coast universities took control of a General Motors car through cellular and Bluetooth connections in 2010, they startled the auto industry by exposing a glaring security gap.

Big One Chinook Derby underway on Lake Cd'A

The best salmon fishermen from throughout the Pacific Northwest are on Lake Coeur d'Alene this week setting lines in search of the big one.

GOP debate lineup: Trump, Bush in, Fiorina, Perry out

CLEVELAND - Ten candidates have made the cut for the first Republican presidential debate today, with polling front-runner Donald Trump hoping for a civil evening but ready to pounce if attacked.

For good summer fishing, try Kootenai River

Many streams and rivers in the Panhandle are experiencing record low flows and warm water temperatures this summer. The result is tough conditions for fish and for anglers.

Woman sentenced for mailing loaded gun

BOISE (AP) - An Idaho woman who mailed a loaded handgun that discharged within the package while being handled by a U.S. Postal Service employee has been sentenced to a year of probation.

Will your boss match Netflix's yearlong paid leave?

Netflix stirred envy in sleep-deprived parents nationwide by saying it will give its employees up to a year of paid leave following the birth or adoption of a child. But outside of hypercompetitive Silicon Valley, don't hold your breath for your boss to match it.

Three Sisters Fire grows

Blaze grew to 250 acres Wednesday

BAYVIEW - The Three Sisters Fire grew to approximately 250 acres Wednesday and multiple fire agencies will continue fighting the wildfire today.

Getting the point

ATHOL - Paul Clock vividly described of one of the best parts of being a bowhunter.

Culture, fitness come together in Cd'A

New brochures detailing multiple walking and biking trails that offer opportunities to explore public art in Coeur d'Alene are now available.

Wings Over Sandpoint is Saturday

SANDPOINT - The 10th annual Wings Over Sandpoint Fly-in is on Saturday.

NORTHWEST NOTES: Thursday, Aug. 6, 2015

Hatley, Bayley advance in

Watersports event set for Long Lake

An amateur watersports competition will be held Saturday, Aug. 22 and Sunday, Aug. 23 on Long Lake in Washington.

Honolulu council expands ban after complaints about homeless

HONOLULU (AP) - The Honolulu City Council voted to expand a ban on sitting and lying on sidewalks in an ongoing struggle to deal with homelessness that followed complaints from tourists about too many transients living near the beach.

Flying Squirrels place seventh

Local team takes part in Red Bull Flugtag event

COEUR d'ALENE - The local Flying Squirrel Flugtag team placed seventh of the 41 teams at the Red Bull Flugtag competition in Portland, Ore., on Saturday.

THE FRONT ROW WITH GARRETT CABEZA: Thursday, Aug. 6, 2015

Lumbermen back as state hosts

It had been 10 years since the American Legion baseball AA Coeur d'Alene Lumbermen team had hosted the state tournament.

MLP: Wordplay, Not Wii

Your luddite Mrs. Language Person, ever unimpressed with what today passes for "gaming," respects those heady artforms of yesteryear. Much prefers a play on words, does she:

Legals August 6, 2015

Notice of Trustee's Sale Idaho Code 45-1506 Today's date: July 1, 2015 File No.: 7023.113480 Sale date and time (local time): November 04, 2015 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: 1906 E. 3rd Avenue 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: Michale R. Halderman and Jennifer M. Halderman, husband and wife Original trustee: First American Title Company of Idaho Original beneficiary: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. solely as nominee for Mountain West Bank Recording date: July 14, 2011 Recorder's instrument number: 2320043000 County: Kootenai Sum owing on the obligation: as of July 1, 2015: $118,377.26 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 East 2 Feet of Lot 11, all of Lot 10, and Lot 9 less and except the East 36 feet, Block 12, Riverview Addition to Post Falls, according to the Plat recorded in Book E of Deeds, Page 329, Records of Kootenai County, Idaho. The sale is subject to conditions, rules and procedures as described at the sale and which can be reviewed at www.northwesttrustee.com or USA-Foreclosure.com. The sale is made without representation, warranty or covenant of any kind. (TS# 7023.113480) 1002.281623-File No. LEGAL 3867 JULY 16, 23, 30, 2015 AUGUST 6, 2015

OBIT: This one's for our nation

June 26, 2015 America died! A sad day indeed!

LGBT: Taking away our rights

I’d like to reply to some of the letters written concerning the LGBT.

ABORTION: Stop funding for PP

When is enough enough? Planned Parenthood has been supporting immoral behaviors for years, but now they have overstepped the boundaries of morality beyond rational civility by the selling of aborted baby body parts.

PRAIRIE: Traffic trouble ahead

It has been about a year since the Post Falls Highway District, after lengthy preliminaries, began to actually reconstruct its Prairie Avenue roadway and access intersections for each roadway entrance from Huetter, westerly through Meyer, with continued “finish work” from Meyer across BNSF tracks to 41. A recent short delay from route 41 to 53 was due to application of chip seal,’ likewise a tarring process for “refinishing” older surfaces.

UMPS: Really ought to love 'em

Recently, it was enjoyable to read about two people who have affected the quality of baseball/softball umpiring in the local area. When I served as President of the Coeur d’Alene Little League from 1992-1995, there was a key word that scared parents away from involvement in the organization: volunteering. And no job was feared more than umpiring.

FESTIVAL: You can't beat Sandpoint

A rewarding part of community living is both searching for and discovering the hidden treasures that exist in any area.

CHAMBER: Not highest priority

Can someone help me understand why the Cd’A Chamber of Commerce needs to fundraise for themselves? Don’t they charge membership dues? Couldn’t they find a less expensive location for their building?

Three Sisters Fire believed to be human-caused

And the next president of the U.S. is ...

We are either blessed or cursed right now, depending on your point of view, with the most unpredictable presidential election in at least 100 years. I am a political junkie who grew up in a family of Democrats. My father was chairman of the Democratic Party in Otero County, New Mexico, in the mid 1950s. I walked door-to-door campaigning for Kennedy at 10 years old in 1960. I am a registered Republican now, but I still vote for the person, not the party, and I think most Americans do the same, so I watch both major party primaries with fascination. I don't know who will be the Democratic or Republican candidate in November 2016. I like Donald Trump, but in the end I think a calmer point of view will prevail. (I could be wrong.)

Coeur d'Alene Police Department downtown hot spots

Coeur d'Alene gets its own Comic-Con event

COEUR d'ALENE - The Coeur d'Alene Public Library is bringing all the excitement of San Diego's Comic-Con to the Lake City.

Lewd conduct suspects plead not guilty

Input sought on Blue Creek Bay plans

Wildfire wreaks havoc on California vacation spot

World/Nation

Toxic algae bloom as Pacific Ocean waters warm up

Questions and comments, consumers and the wine press

It was a big week for questions from our readers, not only about wine but about some of the items that have recently been covered in the "wine press." We always like and encourage questions from our readers, so keep them coming.

After-baby body

All I can remember is that feeling that came over me each time I looked into my brand new baby's little face. You can't put it into words very well, but I felt my heart melt and my world change. I was suddenly fixated on my sweet little one and I forgot about anything that I might need for my own health. New moms have so many hormones that are circulating in their bodies - and are often so overwhelmed with their babies' needs - that they forget about what their post-pregnancy body needs.

Another step toward transparency

The man in the mirror

I look into my bathroom mirror while shaving this morning and see my father's face; not the benevolent father who teaches me to bait a hook with a red wiggler as a 5-year-old little boy or the nurturing father who cries at my wedding. I see the harsh, unforgiving father who yells when I throw a baseball onto the roof to retrieve as the ball rolls back toward the Earth and is disappointed when I earn a 3.14 GPA for my Bachelor of Science degree at Black Hill State University. I see the face of a man who screams when I laugh too loudly and tells me that, "When you sing, you sound like a turkey cackling."

Subway sandwich artists set world record in Las Vegas

Depleting your vitamins and minerals

Every day is a balancing act for our vitamins and minerals. Long recognized for their incredible necessity for health, vitamins and minerals must be supplied on a daily basis. This means we have to include more than we use daily. Without adequate amounts, function is altered. Deficient long enough, and disease results. Most people don't eat diets rich enough in vitamins and minerals, which I believe is widely known, but lesser known is what can deplete what little we're getting!

Testosterone in women: how important is it?

Testosterone is another important hormone necessary for your personal hormonal symphony. Testosterone loss can occur at anytime in a woman's life. Deficiencies can begin with menopause but can also occur after childbirth. Hormone levels are often 'reset' after childbirth, but not always correctly. Other factors that can lower testosterone levels include: chemotherapy, adrenal stress and burnout, endometriosis, depression, birth control pills, psychological trauma, and statin drugs. Deficiencies occur earlier and initially at a greater rate in women than in men. High amounts of testosterone are consumed thereby depleting androgen levels with intense physical activity such as long distance running as well as other vigorous sports.

Records

Gratitude, empathy for one's fellow man

For decades through this column or in magazine and newspaper features I've told the stories of people in our community, in their best of times and worst of times. As do all storytellers, we observe. Sometimes when something happens to people I know but outside the public eye, the stories aren't mine to tell. It's impossible not to be affected just the same.

On the wings of genius - and kindness

Birds fly.

Most picky eating harmless but it can signal emotional woes

THE FRONT ROW WITH JASON ELLIOTT: Wednesday, August 5, 2015

The good and ugly expectations

With all the wheeling and dealing being done by the Seattle Seahawks lately, it's easy to forget about the struggles of the Mariners this summer.

Injectable treatments not limited to the lines between your eyes

Did you know there are many lines on the face that develop as a result of animation? Overuse of some muscles creates lines in the overlying skin, while volume loss and the descent of soft tissues create shadows. The most common treatment area for lines of animation are those that create the furrow between your eyebrows (the glabella), but that is just the beginning.

ICCU contributes $15,000 to Jobs Plus

Idaho Central Credit Union marked its grand opening in Coeur d'Alene last week by giving the region's economic develop organization a financial boost.

Designer Scaasi dies at 85

YOUTH SPORTS: AAU basketball, ASA softball

Michael J. Brinton, 57

After a heroic fight with cancer, Michael Jay Brinton, 57, passed away on Aug. 3, 2015 in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. The sorrow he leaves behind will be offset by the joy of those who are waiting for him in Heaven, and the knowledge of continuing Life Hereafter. While he will be greatly missed, we rejoice that he will be at rest without mortal pain and concerns.

Acupuncture for arthritis

Arthritis is one of the most pervasive diseases in the United States, and the leading cause of disability. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one out of every three Americans is affected. Most people over the age of 50 show some signs of arthritis. Fortunately, arthritis can often be managed with acupuncture.

This nice guy deserves to finish first

Ben Ysursa had big plans when he retired this year as secretary of state - including traveling with his wife, Penny, spending time with his grandchildren and playing golf with friends at Plantation Country Club. Not long ago, he bought a townhouse near the course and a golf cart.

Alternative hydration methods

Summer gives us opportunities to be active; hiking, swimming, and biking are just a few of them. Many sport teams gear up in the heat as well, and with the hottest months trailing us, it's still important to recognize the significance of hydration.

When is a tax not a tax?

Cities and counties use a method allowed by law to impose or increase taxes without asking the tax payers permission. It is entitled "Tax Increment Funding" or TIF. TIF is the funding mechanism used by Urban Renewal. The use of TIF confiscates any new property taxes within an urban renewal district and uses those taxes to improve, expand or develop within that district. The cities and counties explanation for using TIF is that they are redeveloping areas of decaying properties which reduce values to improve the tax base and develop infrastructure for new development. They state that the new property tax money urban renewal uses was not there before they formed the district and therefore is new money and does not come from the property tax payers. This is a patently untrue statement there are multiple taxing districts using property tax to provide their required public functions of maintaining and servicing the areas of a city and county. When the property tax to provide their public function is taken for urban renewal, these tax districts compensate for the loss by raising their levy rates and the cost is passed directly to the property tax payers of that city and county.

Where's the beef? In this Frito pie recipe

This is one of those recipes that feels a little trashy, but it's so good you won't care.

Poems on a pole

Follow the money

County does internal audit on inmate trust fund

Woman still missing

Jacque Grider last seen at Heyburn State Park in June

Improvements made to Huetter/Boekel intersection

ASA SOFTBALL: Beamer, Starr help Xtreme rally to win in national opener

Dorothy Margaret Peacock, 93

Dorothy Margaret Peacock went home to Jesus at age 93, July 23, 2015, while in her home in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. Born in Denton, Mont., to homesteaders, Joe and Minnette Hill, she came to Coeur d’Alene at 9 months of age.

Update: Fire near Bayview now covering 150 acres

The Three Sisters Fire near Bayview grew to approximately 150 acres Tuesday night and multiple fire agencies will continue fighting the wildfire today.

Forest Service Report: Rising firefighting costs raises alarms

The USDA issued the following press release this morning: 

Legals August 5, 2015

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE On Tuesday, September 29, 2015, at 2:00 p.m., in the offices of Alliance Title & Escrow Corp., 1270 Northwood Center Court, Coeur d'Alene, Idaho 83814, Alliance Title & Escrow Corp., as Successor Trustee (the "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: The West Half of Lot 3 and the North 38.2 feet of Lot 4, Block 78, FIRST ADDITION TO THE TOWN OF SPIRIT LAKE, according to the plat recorded in the office of the County Recorder in Book C of Plats at Page 32, records of Kootenai County, Idaho. Together with existing or subsequently erected or affixed buildings, improvements and fixtures; all easements, rights of way, and appurtenances; all water, water rights and ditch rights (including stock in utilities with ditch or irrigation rights); and all other rights, royalties and profits relating to the real property, including without limitation all minerals, oil, gas, geothermal and similar matters, (the "Real Property"). 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 32748 North 5th Avenue, Spirit Lake, Idaho 83869, may sometimes be associated with said Real Property. The Trustee's sale shall be made pursuant to the power of sale conferred in the Deed of Trust (defined below) to satisfy the obligations secured thereby. The sale will be made without covenant or warranty regarding title, possession or encumbrance. The Deed of Trust referred to herein was executed by MICHAEL CHAPMAN and DIANE CHAPMAN, husband and wife, as Grantor, to Pioneer Title Company, as original Trustee, for the benefit and security of COLUMBIA STATE BANK, successor by merger of Panhandle State Bank, as Beneficiary, dated June 16, 2009, and recorded June 22, 2009, as Instrument No. 2218020000, official records of Kootenai County, Idaho ("Deed of Trust"). Alliance Title & Escrow Corp. has been appointed as Successor Trustee, pursuant to an Appointment of Successor Trustee dated May 5, 2015, and recorded May 13, 2015, as Instrument No. 2497746000, 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 THE GRANTOR IS, OR IS NOT, PRESENTLY RESPONSIBLE FOR THIS OBLIGATION. The defaults for which this sale is to be made are: (i) failed to make the regular monthly payments as set forth and required by the Deed of Trust and Note, in the amount of $1,100.59 per month, due December 5, 2014, and monthly thereafter on the 5th day of each month until the date of sale or reinstatement; (ii) failed to pay late charges in the amount of $275.10, due and owing as of May 5, 2015, plus additional late charges accruing thereafter, in the amount of 5% of the unpaid portion of the regularly payment or $100.00, whichever is greater, until the date of sale or reinstatement; (iii) failed to pay taxes encumbering the Real Property; and (iv) caused Beneficiary to incur foreclosure costs, trustee's fees and attorneys fees. The loan amount as evidenced by the Promissory Note dated June 16, 2009, executed by M & D Auto, Inc. as Borrower in favor of Beneficiary, as modified by that certain Agreement to Change Payment/Maturity Date dated June 26, 2014 and further modified by that certain Change in Terms Agreement dated July 30, 2014 (collectively the "Note"), was $139,161.51 with non-default interest due thereon at the rate of 6.95%, per annum. The principal balance due on the Note as of May 5, 2015, was $121,074.91. The balance owing as of May 5, 2015, on the Note secured by the Deed of Trust was $125,166.73, including principal, accrued interest, and late fees, (collectively "Loan Documents") but excluding Beneficiary's collection costs, delinquent property taxes, costs and expenses actually incurred in enforcing the obligations under the Loan Documents or in connection with this sale, such as trustee's fees and/or reasonable attorney's fees, as authorized in the Loan Documents. THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. ALLIANCE TITLE & ESCROW CORP., Successor Trustee Sheila R. Schwager HAWLEY TROXELL ENNIS & HAWLEY LLP P.O. Box 1617 Boise, ID 83701-1617 Telephone: (208) 344-6000 LEGAL 3899 JULY 15, 22, 29, 2015 AUGUST 5, 2015

'Mission: Impossible - Rogue Nation' explodes past 'Vacation'

Washington smoke covers Idaho skies

DEQ issues health advisory

Obama turns 54 today

Happy Birthday, Mr. President.

Avista makes annual price adjustment filings

Changes would result in modest drop in electric prices effective Oct. 1

World/Nation

CHIP SHOTS August 4, 2015

Forrest Morton Bird, M.D., Ph.D., Sc.D., D.S., 94

Aviator, innovator, entrepreneur, scientist, professor, physician, veteran, Renaissance man

U.S. auto sales strong in July on SUV, luxury demand

Report defies recession-era predictions

Records

Xtreme 14U drops 1 at nationals

Petrino ready for fall camp

Vandals' first practice set for Wednesday

Judge: Anti-dairy-spying law unconstitutional

Kid Centric Sports Association Golf Tournament is Friday

Woman wins $1.3M at Coeur d'Alene Casino

Longtime customer wants to remain anonymous

Marie Darlene Johnson, 86

Marie Darlene Johnson, born Feb. 13, 1929, to Clarence and Adeline (Swan) Prosper entered into rest July 30, 2015. Marie was 86 years old.

Closure process can begin

Body of missing teen recovered from Lake Coeur d'Alene

Mr. Coffee co-founder dies in Ohio at 91

Cigarette sparked Fiesta Bonita fire

To sell, or not to sell

Cd'A School District office not worth as much as thought

The idea of selling the Coeur d'Alene School District's central office building lost some of its luster Monday when school board members were advised the building isn't worth much more than the district paid for it.

Montana Skies to perform at Live After 5 event

When news of Montana Skies' upcoming Coeur d'Alene concert reached Spokane, that city's symphony musicians let it be known they wanted to attend.

Hearing waived in lewd conduct case

Warrants

Here is this week's list of suspected lawbreakers sought by Kootenai County police agencies and the sheriff's office:

Legals August 4, 2015

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE On 11/19/2015 at 11:00 AM (recognized local time), at the KOOTENAI COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 324 W. GARDEN AVE. NORTH ENTRANCE, COEUR D'ALENE, ID 83814, in the County of Kootenai, CASPER J. RANKIN, ESQ., a member of the State Bar of Idaho, of Aldridge Pite, LLP successor to Pite Duncan, LLP as a result of the merger of Pite Duncan, LLP into Aldridge Connors, LLP, as 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 11, Spirit Lake, according to the plat recorded in Book "B" of Plats at 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 Idaho Code Section 60-113, the Trustee has been informed that the address of: 5927 W VERMONT ST, SPIRIT LAKE, ID 83869, is commonly associated with said real property. 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 GARY L. ASHCRAFT, AN UNMARRIED MAN, as Grantor(s), to CHICAGO TITLE INSURANCE COMPANY, as Trustee, for the benefit and security of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR QUICKEN LOANS, INC., ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS, as Beneficiary, dated 11/21/2009, recorded 12/10/2009, as Instrument No. 2244719000, and later modified by a loan modification agreement recorded as Instrument 2460692000, on 06/25/2014, official records of Kootenai County, Idaho. Please note: The above named Grantors are named to comply with Idaho Code Section 45-1506(4)(a); no representation is made that they are, or are not, presently responsible for the obligation. The default for which this sale is to be made is the failure to make monthly payments when due from 3/1/2014 and all subsequent monthly payments thereafter, including installments of principal, interest, impounds, advances, plus any charges lawfully due under the note secured by the aforementioned Deed of Trust, Deed of Trust and as allowed under Idaho Law. The sum owing on the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust as of 7/14/2015 is $178,733.78 including interest, costs, fees, including trustee and/or attorney fees and costs, and expenses actually incurred in enforcing the obligation thereunder or in this sale and to protect the security associated with the Deed of Trust, as authorized in the Note, Deed of Trust or as allowed under Idaho Law. Because interest, late charges, fees, costs and expenses continue to accrue, the total amount due varies from day to day. Hence, if you pay the amount shown above, an adjustment may be necessary after receipt of funds to satisfy the debt. For further information, write the Trustee at 4375 Jutland Drive, Ste. 200, San Diego, CA 92117, or call (866)931-0036 DATED: 7/14/2015 CASPER J. RANKIN, ESQ., a member of the State Bar of Idaho, of Aldridge Pite, LLP successor to Pite Duncan, LLP as a result of the merger of Pite Duncan, LLP into Aldridge Connors, LLP T.S. No. 021763-ID Parcel No.: S45000110120 LEGAL 3942 JULY 28, 2015 AUGUST 4, 11, 18, 2015

Indians win, host All-Star game Tuesday

Xtreme 14U starts 1-1 at nationals

Driver transported after Post Falls crash

Proud of their Southern heritage?

Some Americans refuse to give up on Confederate flag

Idaho Power contests proposed central Idaho solar projects

Beatles cohort Cilla Black dies

Fab Four discovered singer at the Cavern Club

Teaching the art of music

Workshop shows news ways for educators to get students interested at a young age

Randolph George Thatcher, 58

Randolph George Thatcher died at age 58 in Alamosa, Colo., on June 23, 2015.

Our warm El Nino may soon be the strongest in history

Weather Gems

We continue to hear about El Nino, the warmer than normal sea-surface temperature event in the south-central Pacific Ocean. Since the spring of 2015, this phenomenon has expanded at a regular pace. It's quite possible, if not likely, that this El Nino will be a "strong" event very soon, perhaps prior to the fall season.

'A new set of wings' Dr. Forrest Bird * 1921-2015

Legendary inventor, renowned pilot, doctor, philanthropist and author in Sagle dies at 94

At 8, he met Henry Ford at a party hosted by his father; as a teen, he visited with Orville Wright at the 1937 Cleveland Air Show.

Motocyclist injured near Sagle

Wapato wonder

Wofford holds off field to win Idaho 200; valiant rally by Spokane’s Bird falls one car short

Nault's body found in Lake Cd'A

Reggie Nault is no longer missing.

Consumer sentiment dips in July

Special Olympics inspired the world

First lady Michelle Obama has had the pleasure of attending many spectacular events, but I would venture to guess that opening the 14th Special Olympics World Games at the end of July had to rank with the most inspirational.

THE FRONT ROW WITH MARK NELKE: Sunday, August 2, 2015

Finally the right call, 6 months later

Handing the ball to a quarterback-turned-fullback on fourth-and-short in a divisional playoff game at Atlanta, rather than handing it to their resident Beast Mode.

RIGHTS: Protect all citizens equally

It was reported in the Friday edition of the Coeur d’Alene Press that I spoke at the Kootenai County Reagan Republican luncheon. That is true. However, it was also reported that my lecture was a call for the repeal of the city of Coeur d’Alene’s “anti-discrimination” ordinance — and that I had called it the “Homosexual Rights Ordinance.”

SCHOOLS: Reduce districts, save money

Idaho has 44 counties but 115 public school districts in a state with a population just over 1.5 million. There should be only one school district per county. I imagine that may create better distribution of state school taxes going to teachers and to improve school standards all around.

Dems still weighing Iran deal, but happy with Obama outreach

Luxury and the gavel

Owners turning to auctions to sell their high-end properties

SOCIALISM: Here's what it will get you

It’s really sad that Karen Ball doesn’t think Socialism is “scary.”

Boise Capitals claim AA state title at Thorco Field

The Future in the Air

Group seeks to make North Idaho a frontier of the unmanned vehicle

Easements and you

A property owner recently contacted us because he came home to find trees missing from his property. Further investigation revealed that the trees in question had been removed from an easement that had been granted to an adjoining property. That easement was to provide access to an adjoining parcel and because the trees were an impediment to that access, they were removed.

Lightening the mood along the way

Worthen mixes in humor in classroom, on city council IN PERSON

Online viewers won't miss Super Bowl ads shown on TV

Milestone Announcements August 2, 2015

Neighborhood of the week: East side of Lake Coeur d'Alene

In case you haven't noticed, the town of Coeur d'Alene is conveniently located on the shores of stunning Lake Coeur d'Alene, providing both residents and visitors with a host of recreational opportunities, not to mention amazing views. We're lucky to be able to stroll down to City Beach and spend a leisurely afternoon sunning, swimming, and enjoying the beauty of the lake.

Bonuses, incentive pay drop off

The building boom is on

Construction throughout county is the best it has been in a decade

Ready to enter the race?

Biden associates resume discussion about presidential run

Maverik comes to Hayden

Business Bits

Watch for major changes in the northwest corner of Hayden Avenue at Highway 95.

Idaho Falls Zoo has new baby zebra, named Adanna

The 'ping pong' weather continues

My Garden Path

I hope your plants are getting used to the "ping pong" weather we've had all summer. Bouncing back and forth from the low 70s to the high 90s is just hard on everything, including us. This weather is very unusual for our neck of the woods. We had a record long heat wave from June 25 through July 10 with 16 days of at or above 90 degrees. Four of these were over 100.

PARKING: Cd'A has a problem

My name is Mark Newman. I am a certified activity director at Royal Plaza Retirement Center, 2870 Juniper Drive, Lewiston, Idaho. As part of my duties I provide for my residents three big outings each year. This year started off with the cruise on Lake Coeur d’Alene on July 17. We were scheduled for the 12:30 cruise and arrived a half hour early. I had 14 residents (my eldest will celebrate his 100th birthday in October) and three staff including myself. Upon arrival I paid for our tickets and went back to the bus to unload my residents. My boss, who drove her Ford pickup truck which carried my residents’ walkers and the food, parked in front of the bus while we unloaded and our nurse started to take the residents down to the boat.

Community Thanks August 2, 2015

Long Bridge Swim Martinek, Hammerly notch wins in popular swim

21st annual event as diverse as ever

Staben's Idaho is where you want to go

You're in Vandal Country. Sorry all you Broncos and Eagles and Grizzlies and Cougars, but you are. And that's not going to change anytime soon. In fact, if Chuck Staben has his way, Vandal Country's boundaries are going to grow.

Data: Nearly 5 dozen give a third of all '16 campaign cash

Post Falls street, trail projects planned

POST FALLS - The Spencer Street extension project, which will provide quicker access to Seltice Way for Pine Villa residents and allow development to occur in a vacant pocket of East Post Falls, will start this summer and be completed this fall.

Portneuf Valley Bruisers: Roller derby 'hell on wheels'

TWIN FALLS (AP) - Many of them are wives and mothers with full-time day jobs. They're some of the nicest women you'd ever want to meet.

Spirit Lake fire contained

Blaze is believed to be human caused

SPIRIT LAKE - State firefighters were able to get a quick handle on a human-caused wildfire north of Spirit Lake Thursday evening.

Invisible Women? Hollywood's female superhero problem

LOS ANGELES - Batman. Spider-Man. Iron Man. Ant-Man.

Vitamins ... really?

I have written a number of variations on vitamin supplementation and getting your vitamins from natural sources, whole nutritious foods. This week, I want to revisit a few key points on vitamins and the pros and cons of taking them as a supplement or getting them through a well-balanced nutrient dense diet.

Nault service set for Sunday

Search for teen's body continues in Lake Coeur d'Alene

COEUR d'ALENE - A celebration of life service in memory of Reginald "Reggie" Nault will be held on Sunday at 6 p.m. at New Life Church, 6068 W. Hayden Ave.

THE FRONT ROW WITH GARRETT CABEZA: Saturday, August 1, 2015

Tight games common at Thorco

The Coeur d'Alene Lumbermen and Lewis-Clark Twins represented Area A (North Idaho) in the American Legion baseball AA state tournament this week at Thorco Field in Coeur d'Alene.

Judge affirms Wolf People suspension

SANDPOINT - A North Idaho judge has affirmed an Idaho agency's one-year license suspension of a Cocolalla-based wolf exhibition company.

Citizens, city consultant take walking tour of Sherman Avenue

COEUR d'ALENE - A couple dozen interested citizens got a crash course in complete street design during a walk-along with a city consultant along East Sherman Avenue Friday morning.

Roger William Olson, 83

Mr. Roger William Olson, 83, of Post Falls, Idaho, passed away quietly while surrounded by his loving family on the morning of July 30, 2015, at the Hospice House in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. He was born on Feb. 27, 1932, in Duluth, Minn., the son of Theodore G. Olson and Mae F. (Carlson) Olson Okronglis.

Aircraft make water drops on Boundary County fire

BONNERS FERRY - Another forest fire was reported Friday in the Boundary County area.

Smoke increases above Reynolds Creek Fire

Officials say interior burns spurred by weather conditions

Heavy plumes of smoke towered above the east side of Glacier National Park on Friday afternoon as a patch of fuel burned within the Reynolds Creek Fire.

Rathdrum budget proposed

Merit salary, COLA increases planned with no tax increase

RATHDRUM - The Rathdrum City Council has proposed a fiscal 2016 general fund budget of $8.46 million that will be considered after a public hearing on Aug. 19 at 6 p.m.

VerdaMae Davis, 77

VerdaMae Davis, 77, passed away peacefully on July 30, 2015. VerdaMae was born on June 30, 1938, in Corinne, Utah. She grew up with her parents, Casper and Isabel Peters; two sisters, Leola and Lavon; and two brothers, Clyde and Lee.

A weekend of wonders

Arts and crafts galore at 47th annual Art on the Green

COEUR d'ALENE - Since JoAnna Larsen was in seventh grade, she has been her grandpa's little helper.

Bid for new Post Falls elementary school bid awarded

POST FALLS - Contractors Northwest Inc. has been awarded the bid for the new Post Falls elementary school to be built on the west side of Greensferry Road north of Poleline Avenue.

'Rose Garden' singer dies in Nashville

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Lynn Anderson, whose strong, husky voice carried her to the top of the charts with "(I Never Promised You a) Rose Garden," has died. She was 67.

Higher wages a surprising success for Seattle restaurant

SEATTLE - Menu prices are up 21 percent and you don't have to tip at Ivar's Salmon House on Seattle's Lake Union after the restaurant decided to institute the city's $15-an-hour minimum wage two years ahead of schedule.

Court says drug-sniffing dog fails the smell test

CHICAGO (AP) - Lex the police dog from central Illinois is far from top dog in drug-sniffing skills.

Hearing pending in eluding case

SANDPOINT - A preliminary hearing is pending for a Sandpoint man accused of leading Idaho State Police on a high-speed chase that ended with him crashing on U.S. Highway 95 in Sagle.

Movers and Shakers Aug. 1, 2015

Foundation adds three directors

Inland Northwest Community Foundation (INWCF) is pleased to announce three new directors to its board:

Jones, father of in vitrofertilization, dies at 104

NORFOLK, Va. - Dr. Howard Jones, who pioneered in vitro fertilization in the United States, died Friday at a Virginia hospital surrounded by family.

LEGION BASEBALL: Lewis-Clark, Capitals to play for title

COEUR d'ALENE - It's down to two.

Gay-leader policy change intensifies Scout scrutiny

Mormon Church is re-evaluating relationship with the Boy Scouts

HAYDEN - All five of Dirk Baird's sons are or have been Boy Scouts.

Boise's love affair with cycling has its roots in racing

BOISE (AP) — In the 1970s, recreational biking was somewhat scarce, until the 10-speed appeared in the middle of the decade. The 10-speed was the catalyst that helped Boise start becoming more bike friendly, but bicycle sales didn't really take off until the early '80s. And even then, no one went riding in the mountains.

Greece's stock market to reopen as bailout talks progress

ATHENS, Greece - Greece's government announced that the Athens Stock Exchange will reopen Monday, a big step toward normalcy as talks with international creditors shifted into high gear.

Lewis captures Idaho 200 pole

Stateline's marquee race set for tonight

POST FALLS - Three-time Idaho 200 champion and Snohomish, Wash., resident Gary Lewis took the pole for tonight's Idaho 200 super late model race at Stateline Speedway, edging out Spokane's Joey Bird for the top spot.

A little advice for my friends on the right

Let me begin by stating that I have no affiliation with any political party. I personally have an enigmatic perspective. I support many charities and am a big supporter of the food bank and those less fortunate, yet believe that welfare recipients should be drug tested and made to work for the community in which they live while on benefits. I believe in giving somebody a hand yet want to see them help themselves at the same time. As such I am an independent and support the politicians who broadly represent the middle ground.

Harold 'Hal' Morehead, 77

Harold "Hal" Morehead, 77, of Post Falls, passed away July 22, 2015, from complications following an automobile accident on July 8, 2015. Hal was born in Phoenix, Ariz., on Jan. 18, 1938, and moved as a young child with his family to Southern California where he was raised and graduated from Hawthorne High School.

The rise of the sneaker subject of new museum exhibit

About 150 shoes on display in Brooklyn

NEW YORK - The sneaker is a force in fashion, music and sports, but where did it all begin?

Legals August 1, 2015

IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF THE STATE OF IDAHO, IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF KOOTENAI MAGISTRATES DIVISION PROBATE CASE NO: CV-15-4884 NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF ROBIN E. HOWELL, Deceased NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative of the above named decedent. All persons having claims against the decedent or decedent's estate are required to present their claims within FOUR (4) months after the date of the first publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must either be presented to the undersigned at the address indicated, and filed with the Clerk of the Court. Dated this 13th day of July, 2015 /S/___________________ LARRY PHILLIP HOWELL C/O CHARLES M. DODSON ATTORNEY AT LAW 1424 SHERMAN AVENUE, SUITE 300 COEUR D' ALENE ID 83814 208-664-1577 PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE /S/____________________ CHARLES M. DODSON ATTORNEY FOR PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE LEGAL 3917 JULY 18, 25, 2015 AUGUST 1, 2015