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A time to be resolute

Another year is in the books, and another round of New Year’s resolutions is upon us.

Legals December 31, 2016

NOTICE TO CREDITORS CASE NO. CV 2016-8482 IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF THE STATE OF IDAHO, IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF KOOTENAI IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: O'DEAN KENNETH OSBORNE DOD: March 11, 2016 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed personal representative of the above-named decedents. All persons having claims against the decedents or the estate are required to present their claims within four (4) months after the date of the first publication of this Notice of said claims will be forever barred. Claims must be presented to the undersigned at the address indicated, and filed with the Clerk of the Court. DATED this 16 day of November, 2016. LLYOD OSBORNE Personal Representative c/o Virginia Robinson Attorneys Northwest, Inc. 1910 Northwest Blvd., Ste 200 Coeur d' Alene, ID 83814 LEGAL 6742 DEC 17, 24, 31, 2016

What a difference a year makes

COEUR d’ALENE — Both Lake City and Mountain Home had lengthy scoring runs in their Friday morning boys basketball matchup. But the Timberwolves had theirs at the right time.

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Clara Lyman Eggart, 90

Saving time at the DMV

COEUR d'ALENE — Waiting in line at the Department of Motor Vehicles can make time feel like it is standing still.

Downtown parking garage in works

COEUR d'ALENE — The purchase of a piece of downtown property by Coeur d'Alene's urban renewal agency will pave the way for a new parking structure.  

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Rose Marie Noah, 76

Tri-City shoots past Chiefs

SPOKANE — Parker AuCoin scored a pair of goals for the Tri-City Americans in a 6-3 win over the Spokane Chiefs in Western Hockey League play in front of 7,740 at the Spokane Arena on Friday.

Until they meet down the road

In the case of most holiday tournaments, it’s a chance to see someone that you’d normally not get a chance to do in any other setting.

Fraud veil cast over bridal boss

A Post Falls bridal store owner is facing a host of felony charges, including grand theft, forgery and fraud.

Fireworks at The Resort

COEUR d'ALENE — Those spending New Year's Eve in downtown Coeur d'Alene will likely hear, and could even see, two fireworks displays.

Cardinals roll to title

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Fitness trends for 2017

Every year I write about the up and coming fitness trends for the New Year. I have to confess that every year when I look at the projected trends, it becomes painfully obvious truly new fitness and exercise programs are few and far between.

Driver files claim over crash ISP says she caused

SANDPOINT — A Coeur d’Alene woman is seeking damages for a collision which Idaho State Police said she caused.

Ready to take an icy plunge?

New Year’s Eve revelry doesn’t end after midnight in Coeur d’Alene. Each year, it continues on New Year’s Day with a couple of local customs that offer unique ways to shake off the old year and kick-start the new one.

Big snow = free jewelry

Most people will be watching the ball drop in New York tonight. But others will be looking up the day’s cumulative snowfall in Coeur d’Alene to see if they won Clark’s Diamond Jewelers’ “Let it Snow” promotion.

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June 24, 1991 — Dec. 30, 2015

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The use of Naloxone can save a life. Naloxone, also known as Narcan, is an opioid antagonist used in opioid overdoses to counteract the life-threatening depression of the respiratory system. It allows an overdose victim to breathe normally.

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Has anyone in Washington, D.C., ever heard of the McCarran-Walter Act of 1952?

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So, what do Jon Stewart, Barbra Streisand and Whoopi Goldberg all have in common? Well, they all are wealthy, famous, outspoken, far-left, liberal radicals and they all dislike conservatives very much — but most of all they simply hate President-elect Donald Trump with a passion. Over these past few months they (and a great many more Hollywood celebrities and news commentators) have vilified President-elect Trump in the most hateful ways imaginable. They have vented so much hate that I really fear for their health — the shock, the pain and anger on their faces is something indeed to behold. Now, it is certainly their right to say whatever they wish — about whoever they wish — but there is another thing about all these folks that upsets me a bit and that they all have in common. They are also all liars. They just do not keep their word! Each had promised that he/she would pack up and move to Canada or another country if Trump were elected president (and in Jon Stewart’s case, to another planet). Now, you must realize that I was greatly overjoyed to think that maybe, just maybe, they would hold fast and true to their promises and depart — quickly! But lo and behold, I am now hearing that they are simply a bunch of blowhards and that their threats and promises were nothing but a blast of hot air (does this remind you of another blowhard who drew a red line in the sand of Syria?) I would have gladly chipped in for their departure airfare, but only for a one way ticket!

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Name calling and personal attacks seem to be on the rise since Orange Hitler, Field Marshal Flynn and Klansman Bannon are ready to take office. I love how when I write a letter, I state facts; however, Republicans seem to take after their “leader” and personally attack me for my right to state my opinion.

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AARP’s Tax-Aide program is seeking volunteers to help with free tax preparation for taxpayers who live in Kootenai and Shoshone counties.

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Great story titled, “A Christmas story for our readers” in Sunday’s Press. Whoever says that money can’t buy happiness is spending their money on the WRONG person.

Legals December 30, 2016

NOTICE OF HEARING Case No. CV16-8762 IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF THE STATE OF IDAHO, IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF KOOTENAI In the Matter of the Estate of: DONA MARIE MICHAEL, Deceased. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has petitioned for the summary administration of the estate of the above-named decedent, Dona Marie Michael, and that a hearing on said petition has been set for January 25, 2017 at 9:30 a.m. in the above-entitled court at Coeur d' Alene, Idaho. Dated this 6th day of December 2016. Gerald William Michael c/o Alan Wasserman Idaho Legal Aid Services, Inc. 610 W Hubbard Ave., Suite 219 Coeur d' Alene, ID 83814 LEGAL 6736 DEC 16, 23, 30, 2016

New year, new career? Pilots needed

COEUR d'ALENE ? Captain John Thiele has spent more than four decades of his life in the air, primarily as a commercial pilot.

12th annual LEGO-rama at library Jan. 21

LEGO-rama, the program for young Master Builders, will be Saturday, Jan. 21, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., in the Community Room at the library.

The T-Dub awards 2016

In North Idaho, the moviegoing year can’t be fully assessed until some of the late award-season films reach local theaters.

The bully on the global playground

The man who almost single-handedly caused the implosion of the Democratic Party, is now responsible for the same near-destruction at the United Nations. Not that it's a bad thing — I have been expecting it, just not at the hands of the leader of the free world.

Group seeks to abolish abortion in Idaho

By BRIAN WALKER

Lake City stops Timberline

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Baby it's cold outside

By BETHANY BLITZ

Manager named at Hayden library

HAYDEN — Darla Gunning will begin the new year as the community librarian and manager at the Community Library Network at Hayden.

Yep, I'll boycott parties again

Just one day away.

Dowd lifts Cardinal men to tourney finals

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Author to share tips for getting published

COEUR d’ALENE — As the library prepares for the 28th annual Writers Competition, an author will lead a series of workshops designed to help writers get their work published.

CFA was still a success story

The Press Christmas for All fundraising campaign fell short of its $185,000 goal by $15,995. While nobody likes to set a goal and then fail to meet it, the hundreds of donors shouldn’t dive into the new year feeling like they didn’t give it their all.

A family-style New Year

‘Families That

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Man found dead inside Cd'A home

COEUR d'ALENE — Police scanner recordings indicate a man found dead inside a Coeur d’Alene home early Thursday had been stabbed.

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David was born in Winchester, Mass., on Feb. 4, 1948. He left this Earth suddenly and unexpectedly at his home just outside of Bayview, Idaho, on Nov. 29, 2016.

That's Deputy Landon, folks

COEUR d'ALENE — Landon Hill raised his tiny right hand Wednesday as Kootenai County Sheriff Ben Wolfinger swore in the 3-year-old as an honorary deputy.

Lawsuit ignores property owners

In 2012, a few years after the city of Hayden raised its sewer hookup fee, the North Idaho Building Contractors Association filed suit against the city because the association claimed it and its members were harmed by what they felt was an unjustified increase in the “capacity” (cap) fee the city charged to hook up a new construction to the city sewer. The case was initially decided in favor of the city, and was then appealed to the Idaho Supreme Court. In 2015, the Supreme Court overturned the lower court decision, finding the fee was really a disguised tax and therefore illegitimate and sent it back to be heard in greater detail.

Man found dead at scene of domestic dispute

Police in Coeur d'Alene responded to a domestic violence call just after midnight and found a woman with injuries outside the home and a man dead inside.

Solve the problem: Don't yell at refs, be one!

As we pass from fall to winter sports, it is a good time to reflect on an issue that has affected our local sports teams this past season. There have not been any local headlines about the subject, but there is a shortage of sports officials in North Idaho that has reached a crisis point. This season, there were soccer games canceled, and multiple football and volleyball games rescheduled at the high school level in District 1, which covers the four northern counties of Idaho. Many youth leagues had to cancel or postpone games due to this problem.

Give the gift of blood

The holiday season is when people give to others, but apparently that doesn’t apply to giving blood.

Literacy: Now read this

Literacy, the ability to read and comprehend the written word, has always had a high economic, political, and cultural value. Those who are blessed with high literacy are favored with high social status. They receive the best jobs, and are paid the most. As we are now in the Information Age (some call it the Data Age) literacy has been assigned the highest possible value. Virtually every new job created in the coming years will require a community college or a four-year college education, whose educational requirements are unattainable to the nonreader. Those few remaining jobs available for the nonreader are being replaced with machines and robots at an accelerating rate or simply done away with.

Man arrested following 'active situation' in Post Falls

A Post Falls man with a history of violence was arrested Wednesday for outstanding probation violation warrants several hours after sheriff's deputies responded to a domestic dispute.

One-eyed girl, one-eyed cat find each other

By DEVIN HEILMAN

Old long since ne'er forgot

Some songs are so classic everyone likes to lay claim. “Auld Lang Syne” is an American tradition. Or is it French, not only for the new year, but also goodbyes? No, wait — it’s an old Chinese folk song. Make that Thai. The list just goes on...

New Year requires 2017 Idaho hunting and fishing license

Before heading out in the New Year, Idaho hunters and anglers are reminded to pick up a 2017 license.

Trapper education course scheduled in Cd'A

Idaho Department of Fish and Game is now offering voluntary trapper education courses to help expand the trapping knowledge of both new and experienced trappers. The goal is to promote safe and ethical trapping, to minimize incidents of non-target catches, and to minimize impacts of trapping activity on other recreationists.

Auto burglaries reported in Post Falls

By BRIAN WALKER

New Year's Resolutions

New Year’s Eve is a lot like prom night. You make a ton of promises but once your pants are back on you can’t remember a single one. So why do we continue to make New Year’s resolutions? You know you’re not going to keep them. Should we feel obligated to these resolutions? It really depends upon whether you’re a better person than I am and, let’s face it, who isn’t?

County makes advisory board appointments

By BRIAN WALKER

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Unanimity outbreak sparks League probe

The Coeur d'Alene Press All-Star Pigskin Prognosticators were too like-minded for comfort over the Christmas weekend.

Why bringing back jobs isn't really that simple

Few people argue that cheap labor markets in other countries have led to the transfer of millions of jobs that were once held by American workers. It’s one of the reasons for the populists’ ascension in the American political scene. President-elect Donald Trump has vowed to stem this outflow and bring back these jobs to American soil.

HYDROS HEAD SOUTH

By BRIAN WALKER

NIC BASKETBALL: Cardinal men, women advance

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PREP ROUNDUP: Lakeland sixth in Reno

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Rested Trojans outlast Kentridge in OT

COEUR d’ALENE — For a team that had a 19-day wait before taking the floor — not its fault — the Post Falls boys basketball team didn’t exactly leave it right after 32 minutes had expired.

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Legals December 28, 2016

NOTICE OF LIEN-SALE Pursuant Idaho Statute 55-2306, Lien sale to be held on Saturday, January 7th, 2017 at 9:30 a.m., at A PLUS MINI STORAGE, 7320 N. Government Way, CDA, Idaho; (208) 664-1438, for the purpose of selling any and all personal property located within: Unit #20 rented to Page Saunders, 32976 N. 7th Ave, Spirit Lake, ID 83869. Unit is a 10 x 20 and items include: tools, furniture, household items, misc. Said lien sale is for unpaid rents, late fees, costs and fees incurred for the prosecution of sale of property. LEGAL 6784 DEC 28, 2016 JAN 4, 2017

Hayden man injured in U.S. 95 crash

A 45-year-old Hayden man was injured during a two-vehicle crash on U.S. 95 at the Genesee junction on Monday night.

Jail expansion: What about staffing?

By BRIAN WALKER

Sandy Emerson has lake water in his blood

COEUR d’ALENE — There is a unique souvenir perched on the fireplace mantle of Sandy Emerson’s summer home on the south shore of Lake Coeur d’Alene.

Who's the best of the best?

By DEVIN HEILMAN

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Chiefs stumble in second half opener

KENT, Wash. — Tyson Helgesen tied the score at 2-all midway through the third quarter for Spokane, but a late goal by the host Seattle Thunderbirds gave them a 3-2 win in Western Hockey League play on Tuesday in front of a sellout crowd of 6,200 at the ShoWare Center.

Church members surprise Christmas Day workers with gifts

Members of The Vine Church in Coeur d’Alene surprised people working Christmas Day by delivering gifts to them.

Post Falls Christmas tree pick-up Jan. 14

Post Falls Sanitation will provide a free Christmas tree pick-up for Post Falls residents on Saturday, Jan. 14.

Resolutions to improve one's life

Four inches of snow rests quietly on the driveway, waiting to be topped by an expected 8 inches of fresh powder this week. Sitting by a fire, watching Monday Night Football and petting Scout and Scarlett, my two Labrador retrievers, I decide to keep my pajamas on and let the snow pile up. There will be plenty of time to remove the snow in the morning.

A final financial rumble

By MAUREEN DOLAN

Little moments bring joy at the holidays

Last week’s (Dec. 21) Main Street column continued a decade-long tradition of reprinting a story I’d written in 2005 after the first Christmas without my father. I debated whether to publish it again thinking that surely it had run its course with readers but I also know that of the 52 columns I write each year, that one brings the most touching emails and letters in response. So 'A Christmas Eve Journey of Giving' appeared once again. And as always, the link to the column was posted on my Facebook page just after 6 a.m. on Wednesday morning.

Holiday tournament schedules

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Lakeland girls notch first win

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Fast break done, for now for hoops teams

So much for that holiday break for area basketball teams.

Legals December 27th, 2016

NOTICE OF SALE OF ABANDONED VEHICLE Registered/Legal lien holders: JANETTE JOHNSON 403 S 11TH ST #4 COEUR D ALENE, ID 83814 WORLD FINANCE 112 E SELTICE WAY STE C POST FALLS, ID 83854 THAT ON THE 11TH OF JANUARY, 2017, AT 2:00 PM, THE COEUR D'ALENE POLICE DEPARTMENT, 3818 SCHREIBER WAY, COEUR D'ALENE, KOOTENAI COUNTY, IDAHO, WILL SELL TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, IN LAWFUL MONEY OF THE UNITED STATES, AT THE TIME OF THE SALE, THE FOLLOWING PROPERTY WHICH IS LOCATED AT AND DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: YEAR: 1996 MAKE: FORD MODEL: MUSTANG VIN: 1FALP4049TF152675 STORED AT: SCHAFFERS TOWING, 625 W DALTON AVE, COEUR D ALENE, ID 83815 LIEN AMOUNT: $2,225.00 TOWING & STORAGE CHARGES THIS SALE WILL BE MADE TO SATISFY LIENS, WHICH WERE INCURRED AS A RESULT OF TOWING AND STORAGE OF THE ABOVE DESCRIBED VEHICLE. MINIMUM BID IS THE LIEN AMOUNT. SEALED BIDS WILL BE ACCEPTED AT THE COEUR D'ALENE POLICE DEPARTMENT, 3818 SCHRIEBER WAY, COEUR D'ALENE, IDAHO 83815 UNTIL 2:00 PM, ON THE 11TH DAY OF JANUARY, 2017. BIDS WILL BE OPENED AT THAT TIME AND THE HIGHEST BIDDER NOTIFIED. DATED THIS 14TH DAY OF DECEMBER, 2016 ACENCY: COEUR D'ALENE POLICE DEPARTMENT 3818 SCHRIEBER WAY COEUR D'ALENE, ID 83815 CITY: COEUR D'ALENE, IDAHO By: SM SUPPORT SERVICES LEGAL 6767 DECEMBER 27, 2016 JANUARY 3, 2017

Still breathing, still beating

Local woman is 30-year heart-lung transplant survivor

Saving Pappy Boyington

How time flies. It's hard to believe that 6 years ago on Dec. 24, 2010, an article in the Cd’A Press about my efforts to bring the old Playland Pier carousel back to Cd’A caught the attention of newcomers John and Pat Foote. They contacted me on Christmas day and I made "the pitch." They subsequently purchased the carousel for $300,000 ($50,000 is still owed) and 51 days after the article was printed it was delivered. Hundreds of thousands of smiling children, their parents, grandparents and tourists will enjoy this treasure for many years to come.

Rwandan hoopsters embracing North Idaho experience

THE FRONT ROW WITH STEVE CAMERON: UI fans: Check some figures

Yes, I’ve gotten quite a few emails since I wrote that the University of Idaho cannot financially or sensibly support a Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) program.

Politics trumped national stories

Each year news organizations rank their most popular stories, a sort of barometer of current American interest. The Press will release its list shortly. Meanwhile, national news source ABC was among the first to post its view of 2016’s top 10 stories:

Memo to Mr. Trump from Idaho neighbor

IT LOOKS LIKE YOUR FEARS OF A RIGGED ELECTION DIDN’T PAN OUT. You won.

Boot 'em and move forward

The comments on cdapress.com weren’t kind.

Legals December 26th, 2016

NOTICE INVITING REQUESTS FOR PROPOSAL (RFP) Community Action Partnership is inviting RFPs for a new or pre-owned cargo van and a new or pre-owned truck chassis with box van. Preferred color is white. If you are interested in receiving the RFP specification to make a bid(s), please contact our office at 208-798-4208, or by email at [email protected]. We can fax or email you the RFP specifications as soon as we receive your request. RFPs must be received by 5:00 pm, Monday, January 9, 2017. LEGAL 6758 DEC 22, 23, 24, 26, 27, 28, 29, 2016

A pilot's life for me

Lake City grad now an Air Force captain

Halfway around the world, more than 6,700 miles away, a young man from North Idaho works among the clouds.

Virtual reality dynamo has Coeur d'Alene core

Growth spurts have been high-yielding occurrences for STRIVR general manager of sports training Andrew Wasserman.

See how you'd like this cold-weather cure

Weather or Not

I got to sit down Thursday with the managing editor of the Coeur d’Alene Press, Mike Patrick, to do our first “live” Facebook telecast. We wanted to thank the many people who watched us talk about the weather.

THE FRONT ROW WITH MARK NELKE: Sunday, Dec. 25, 2016

Sports gifts for the most diehard fans

If you’re a fan of, say, the Gonzaga Bulldogs, what are you hoping to find under the tree today?

Rev. Allen G. Ingebritsen, 87

Reverend Allen G. Ingebritsen (Pastor Al) passed peacefully on Dec. 19, 2016. He was the son of Vern Ingebritsen and Alice Lundquist Ingebritsen.

The Grinch: Mean and green on Christmas Day

Cuddly as a cactus, charming as an eel ... and this week’s In Person

It's Christmas in Coeur d'Alene and all should be merry, except for just one who's quite the contrary.

PRAYER: For one and all

For a time when humankind is tragically divided, yet so eager for universal goals of peace to unite with, how about a universal prayer with something in it for everyone.

ATHEISTS: The Christmas clash

Had to laugh at Tuesday’s article, “Christmas for Atheists.” I mean, seriously. Isn’t that like prime rib for vegetarians?

POLICE: A true gift

Thank you Post Falls Press! In reference to your article on Dec. 17, “Officers handing out gift cards for those in need”: It is so refreshing to read about police officers doing good things. There has been so much bad press about police as of late. To all of you out there...police officers are human beings just like us. However, unlike most of us, they put their lives in jeopardy every day, on and off duty, to protect us and our community.

Community Thanks, December 25, 2016

THANK YOU: New van a gift for senior center

POEM: Christmas wishes

I wish for you peace and joy,

A Christmas story for our readers

Back together for Christmas

Mother, father turn lives around in time to have daughter home for holiday

COEUR d'ALENE — The lives of Andrew LePeilbet and Marie Ham are complete this Christmas.

POEM: It's Christmas Again

I want to see Christmas again, thru’ the eyes of a child

Realtors give

With the celebration of Christmas and Hanukkah both this weekend is seems appropriate to address the spirit of giving. Your Coeur d’Alene Association of Realtors members have been out ringing bells for the Salvation Army, donating gifts to the elderly and indigent and volunteering in ways we hope will make all our North Idaho communities a better place for all.

Coach Cal's rules of the game

My definition of success is having a predetermined plan, successfully carrying it out over a long period of time and having a good time doing it.

Dennis Thomas Considine, 84

Dennis Thomas Considine died Dec. 12, 2016, at Kootenai Hospital in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, at the age of 84. Dennis and his wife, Doloros, moved to Rathdrum, Idaho, with his son and family on Aug. 20, 2011, from Quitman, Ga.

Sweeto Burrito set to open Jan. 3

Business Bits

Starting as a food truck “to feed the hungry dudes in the North Dakota oil fields in 2011,” Sweeto Burrito plans to open its Coeur d’Alene outlet Jan. 3 at 1423 W. Appleway (the Crossroads Center in front of WinCo).

Neighborhood of the Week: The North Pole faces new era

Up north, there’s always a good deal in real estate.

POEM: To family and friends

Tis the day before Christmas, when we all reflect.

Legals December 24th, 2016

SUMMONS Case No. CV15-68 FEE: EXEMPT (Idaho Code § 67-2301) IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF THE STATE OF IDAHO, IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF KOOTENAI IN THE MATTER OF: ADDISON DANIEL SCHOFIELD DOB: 11/03/2015 A Child Under Eighteen Years of Age. In the Matter of the Termination of the Parental Rights of: ALEXANDRIA SCHOFIELD, Mother THE STATE OF IDAHO SENDS GREETINGS TO: ALEXANDRIA SCHOFIELD YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that a Petition to Terminate Parental Rights between ADDISON DANIEL SCHOFIELD and his mother, ALEXANDRIA SCHOFIELD, has been filed with the District Court of the County of Kootenai, by Denise L. Rosen, Deputy Attorney General, under Idaho Code Section 16-2005, etc. A hearing on the petition will be held at the Juvenile Justice Center, 205 North 4th Street, Coeur d'Alene, Idaho on January 24, 2017, at 10:00 a.m. or as soon thereafter as counsel may be heard. YOU ARE FURTHER NOTIFIED that you are entitled to be represented by an Attorney. If you cannot afford one, you may be appointed an Attorney by making application to the Court at the Kootenai County Courthouse. If you fail to appear at the time and place set forth above, or fail to appear through an attorney, you may be deemed to have defaulted and a judgment terminating your parental rights may be entered without further hearing or notice. DATED this 26 day of October, 2016. CLERK OF THE DISTRICT COURT KOOTENAI COUNTY, IDAHO By: /s/ DEPUTY LEGAL 6704 DEC 10, 17, 24, 2016

The gift of those you love

Merry Christmas! We hope you enjoyed your greatest gift today.

'What can I do to help you?'

COEUR d'ALENE — Pastor Tim Remington hopes the new year will once and for all bring an opportunity for him to speak with Kyle Odom, who is accused of shooting Remington six times last March.

Sheriff Log Dec. 24

The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office received 92 calls for service between 6 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 22, and 5:59 a.m. Friday, Dec. 23

Guenter Lange, 87

Guenter Lange was born Nov. 9, 1929, to Emil Lange and Elisabet (Schwoble) Lange in Loewenberg, Germany. Guenter was raised with his siblings: Lotte (deceased), Ussila, Christa (deceased), Brigitte, Halmut (deceased), Haimg and Siegfried (unknown).

TOP STORIES OF 2016

This year’s top stories, in no particular order, are an ode to the many state team championship won by local schools this calendar year — as well and remembering a couple of longtime coaches, one who left us far, far too soon:

Nordic or cross country skiing

Every year I do a column on skiing and snowboarding to review aspects of exercise and fitness wrapped around these activates. With this year’s winter stacking up to be a great snow year, it occurred to me I am leaving out one of the very best winter activities for fitness: cross country skiing.

Healthy in the head

“Baseball is 90 percent mental and the other half is physical.” — Yogi Berra

Todd Warner Shinn, 58

In loving memory of Todd Warner Shinn, 58, of Wenatchee, Wash., who passed away at home Saturday, Dec. 17, 2016.

Banishing that holiday stress

COEUR d'ALENE — It's the time of year for focusing on fun parties, spending quality time with the family, and giving gifts.

Youth uses money from shoveling to help people for Christmas

Paul Strobel has been spending his winter break mornings shoveling and plowing snow around his neighborhood so other people can have a nice Christmas.

Rosy Litz, 56

Rosy Litz, 56, suffered with ALS (Hodgkin’s disease) for at least a year and a half. As many of you who read this will know, she was on staff at LAM Christian Academy of Lutheran Church of the Master day care as teacher loved “et al.”

THE FRONT ROW WITH JASON ELLIOTT: Saturday, Dec. 24, 2016

Plenty to celebrate, look ahead to in ’17

In a year that brought us a World Series title for the Chicago Cubs, as well as Peyton Manning riding off into the sunset with a Super Bowl title with the Denver Broncos, it was quite the year for teams celebrating championships.

PREP BASKETBALL: Genesis Prep boys third at Phoenix tourney

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Lawsuit ignores property owners

In 2012, a few years after the city of Hayden raised its sewer hookup fee, the North Idaho Building Contractors Association filed suit against the city because the association claimed it and its members were harmed by what they felt was an unjustified increase in the “capacity” (cap) fee the city charged to hook up a new construction to the city sewer. The case was initially decided in favor of the city, and was then appealed to the Idaho Supreme Court. In 2015, the Supreme Court overturned the lower court decision, finding the fee was really a disguised tax and therefore illegitimate and sent it back to be heard in greater detail.

Records Dec. 24

DIVORCES GRANTED

NIC names Laura Rumpler new chief communications, government relations officer

North Idaho College President Rick MacLennan announced Laura Rumpler will join the college as its chief communications and government relations officer.

Christmas miracle on hold

Last-minute donations help Press Christmas for All

Press Christmas for All elves were scurrying Friday, wrapping up as many last-minute donations as possible.

Bonners Ferry police investigate mail thefts

A string of mail thefts spanning three counties last week has launched a multi-jurisdictional investigation.

Sports gifts for the most diehard fans

If you’re a fan of, say, the Gonzaga Bulldogs, what are you hoping to find under the tree today?

Legals December 23rd, 2016

NOTICE OF HEARING Case No. CV16-8762 IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF THE STATE OF IDAHO, IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF KOOTENAI In the Matter of the Estate of: DONA MARIE MICHAEL, Deceased. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has petitioned for the summary administration of the estate of the above-named decedent, Dona Marie Michael, and that a hearing on said petition has been set for January 25, 2017 at 9:30 a.m. in the above-entitled court at Coeur d' Alene, Idaho. Dated this 6th day of December 2016. Gerald William Michael c/o Alan Wasserman Idaho Legal Aid Services, Inc. 610 W Hubbard Ave., Suite 219 Coeur d' Alene, ID 83814 LEGAL 6736 DEC 16, 23, 30, 2016

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Teen wants special Christmas for her brother

At 18, this young woman is barely a child herself, but her only wish from Christmas for All is for her younger brother.

Sen. Crapo announces service academy nominees

Idaho Sen. Mike Crapo announced his nomination of 54 Idaho students to the nation’s military academies. The students’ applications are now being considered by four of the U.S. service academies, where final selections will be made.

DEPORT: Record set straight

I recently wrote a letter to the editor regarding sanctuary cities, which are in defiance of federal law.

LAST CALL

Press Christmas for All needs you

PREP BASKETBALL: Post Falls girls triumph twice

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30 days of bad Christmas movies - Days 25-30

The horror show is over.

One more roundabout for revitalized Seltice

COEUR d'ALENE — When the revitalization of Seltice Way is realized, motorists will navigate not one, but two roundabouts.

Theater's focus now on Cd'A

Modern Theater-Spokane to close at end of year

The curtain is coming down, and it won’t be going up again at Modern Theater-Spokane.

TRUMP: Why press matters

In his Dec. 21 letter to the editor (REBUTTAL: Time to Chime In), Ralph Hallock asked — and answered — some interesting questions: Do I support every decision President-elect Trump makes? No. Will he make some mistakes? Yes. Will he be a good president? Yes, probably one of the best we have ever had.

ORV: Disneyland in paradise

To each their own, live and let live, rugged individualism, this is Idaho. But in this case, “Don’t tread on me” literally involves defending traditional rural values: slow winding roads past field and farm, bird songs with your morning coffee, elk bugling in the distance and neighbors who respect one another.

Lyle Duane Linnell, 89

Lyle Duane Linnell, 89, passed away Dec. 21, 2016, at his residence in Coeur d’Alene. He was born in Kit Carson County, Colo., to Margaret Hanley Linnell and Seth Linnell on March 10, 1927.

Make your weekend rules now

You’ve got work to do today, lots of it with Santa having already done his stretching exercises and started to pack his sleigh. So get to it!

ELECTION: For adults only

My, my. Dan Gressler, you used to irritate me, but no more. Now I just feel sorry for you. I’ve come to realize it’s just past your nap time, so why don’t you put on your big boy pants… No no Dan, turn ‘em around. Good boy. There. Now, go watch cartoons and let the adults talk.

Idaho GOP Central Committee fails to vet presidential electors

Fifty (50 percent) of Idaho's Elected Electors failed to meet Federal Standards for Electors of the President and Vice-President. Half of the panel was replaced on Monday, Dec. 19 at the capitol in Boise.

Post Falls waterfront park comes into focus

POST FALLS — A scaled-back design for a future park along the Spokane River in Post Falls is moving from the public input phase to seeking match funding for the improvements.

Snowshoe and ski on a day that's free

Best Hand event, Free Ski Day both scheduled Jan. 7

FOURTH OF JULY PASS — It's almost time for snow enthusiasts to put their best feet — and best hands — forward.

Sheriff's Log

The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office received 438 calls for service between 6 a.m. Friday, Dec. 15, and 5:59 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 22

CHRISTIANITY: Consider this

In the recent article, “Christmas for atheists,” Jim Hudlow stated… “I believe it was in (about) 325 of the common era that rulers then, Romans, said ‘Dec. 25, that’s what we’re going to go with.’ Most Christians don’t know that,” he said. “The Christmas tree is a pagan symbol. They used to bring them into their cabins and decorate them. Many of the things you see that seem to be Christian symbols were taken from a time prior to Christianity.”

CAMERON COLUMN: Make it 4 seasons of joy

Ah, the Christmas spirit.

ELECTION: Lesson for Hillary

If Hillary lost the election due to hacking, then how did she manage to win the popular vote? If Hillary lost the election due to the negative impact of fake news, on sites like Facebook, then how does it make any sense that she would win the popular vote? Seems her campaign braintrust did not grasp how the Electoral College works. Perhaps they do now.

Fatal flu is here

Idaho reports first death due to flu this season

Influenza has claimed its first Idaho victim this season.

Concert, dance Dec. 27 at PF Senior Center

You don’t have to be a senior to enjoy a night of music and dancing at the Post Falls Senior Center.

PRESS: That's good news

My newspaper was late Wednesday, but it was worth the wait.

PRESS: Thanks for support

The Athol Community Review has come and gone and with it came possibilities for growth and revitalization. We look forward to cultivating whatever is on the horizon for Athol because we value our community to be the best place it can be while preserving that rural lifestyle.

Legals December 22nd, 2016

City of Athol Quarterly Financial Statement YTD 4th Quarter Ended September 30, 2016 Oct - Sept 2016 Budget % of Budget REVENUES: General Fund Property Tax $41,517.20 $40,400.00 102.77% State Liquor Fund $25,861.00 $26,000.00 99.47% State Rev Sharing $25,893.70 $25,700.00 100.75% State Sales Tax $10,618.64 $10,000.00 106.19% Other Revenues $39,540.01 $13,925.00 283.95% $143,430.55 $116,025.00 123.62% Street/Highway Fund Highway User Fund $32,969.52 $29,000.00 113.69% County Hwy to Cities $5,450.70 $35,000.00 15.57% Property Tax $63,074.22 $60,600.00 104.08% Other Revenues $535.80 $200.00 267.90% $102,030.24 $124,800.00 81.76% Water Fund Metered/Hauled $70,944.45 $66,000.00 107.49% Franchise Fees $23,432.00 $21,500.00 108.99% Other Revenues $12,498.71 $8,600.00 145.33% $106,875.16 $96,100.00 111.21% Total Revenue $352,335.95 $336,925.00 104.57% EXPENSES: General Fund Payroll & Benefits $44,483.53 $50,242.00 88.54% Operating Expenses $36,892.84 $41,590.00 88.71% Professional Fees $13,668.63 $10,200.00 134.01% Other Expenses $6,634.73 $13,993.00 47.41% $101,679.73 $116,025.00 87.64% Street/Highway Fund Payroll & Benefits $44,496.30 $48,809.00 91.16% Operating Expenses $25,560.84 $34,580.00 73.92% Professional Fees $13,668.71 $9,900.00 138.07% Other Expenses $625.43 $6,511.00 9.61% $84,351.28 $99,800.00 84.52% Water Fund Payroll & Benefits $43,263.07 $48,809.00 88.64% Operating Expenses $26,296.09 $31,930.00 82.36% Professional Fees $13,668.69 $9,900.00 138.07% Other Expenses $31,984.70 $5,461.00 585.69% $115,212.55 $96,100.00 119.89% Total Expenditures $301,243.56 $311,925.00 96.58% Citizens are invited to inspect the detailed supporting records of the above financial statement. Clerk/Treasurer- Lori Yarbrough Mayor-Bob Wachter LEGAL 6760 DEC 22, 2016

AT COLLEGE: Thursday, Dec. 22, 2016

Kyle Guice

PIGSKIN PROGNOSTICATORS: Don't forget the dazzling duels!

With just two weeks left in the regular season, you can go to Page B5 and see how the Coeur d’Alene Press All-Star Pigskin Prognosticators are doing.

Idaho prep girls basketball media poll

Week 3

Found a radio collar? Here's what to do

So the deer, elk or other big-game animal you harvested was wearing a little jewelry in the form of a radio collar around its neck? What should you do? Well first, congratulations on a successful hunt, and don’t worry, you did nothing wrong.

Petrino finalist for AFCA award

Idaho head football coach Paul Petrino is a finalist for the AFCA’s Comeback Coach of the Year after leading the Vandals to an 8-4 regular-season record and a berth in the Famous Idaho Potato Bowl.

Annual eagle watch week to begin Dec. 27

The annual migration of bald eagles to Lake Coeur d’Alene is on. The eagles take advantage of the abundant kokanee spawn on Lake Coeur d’Alene en route from British Columbia to warmer winter locales. For nearly eight weeks, they grace the skies above the lake, putting on a fabulous aerobatic display for the public.

Study: Idaho least prepared for public health emergency

Idaho and Alaska are the least prepared states in the nation in the event of a public health emergency, a new study found.

Lake Apartments project has 'wiggle room' for some structures

COEUR d'ALENE — The design of a downtown Coeur d'Alene housing development remains, despite an appeal from neighbors for changes.

THE FRONT ROW WITH MARK NELKE: Thursday, Dec. 22, 2016

Celebrate bowl now, worry about FCS later

In many bowl games these days, the team more excited about playing the game is more often the team that wins.

Staying safe while ice fishing

Sub-zero temperatures last week were unwelcomed by many people in North Idaho. But ice anglers couldn’t have been happier.

Weather Mann live

COEUR d’ALENE — Press meteorologist Randy Mann will answer questions this afternoon during a live session on the Coeur d’Alene Press Facebook page.

Winds of change at Kootenai County

Two-thirds of commission will be new in January; Green, Stewart reflect

COEUR d'ALENE — When Dan Green became a Kootenai County commissioner six years ago, he believed he had county employees pegged.

PREP BASKETBALL: Lake City tops Borah in TimberLion tourney opener

• GIRLS

Incoming commissioner visits Innovation Collective

Twice a month a group of tech-minded, entrepreneurial citizens gather to discuss trends, concepts and sip coffee in a refurbished Sherman Avenue basement.

Making spirits bright

90-year-old Cd’A man builds rocking horses, doll cribs for good homes, fundraisers

COEUR d'ALENE — Oliver Swanson becomes teary-eyed when he reflects on what Christmas was like when he was growing up.

Keep our Snake River dams

Having lived in Whitman County most of my life, near Lacrosse, Wash., 17 miles from the Snake River, I have watched the transition of The Snake River System, from a free flowing river to one that has brought irrigation, fishing transportation, hydropower, recreation and jobs to the Port of Whitman County and the Lewiston-Clarkston area.

Cd'A relaxes child care code

People with personal use marijuana offenses more than five years old can obtain license

COEUR d'ALENE — The rules for getting a child care business license in Coeur d’Alene just became more relaxed for some people with a history of smoking marijuana.

Freeze-thaw has state on ... Pothole Patrol

Conditions have freeway motorists dodging damage

COEUR d'ALENE — Dan Evans was frazzled after he pulled off Interstate 90 on Wednesday to fill up his truck.

BOWLING SCORES: Thursday, Dec. 22, 2016

MEN

Father wants to give son a merry Christmas

This father and his 10-year-old son live alone, their only income, the dad’s disability checks.

Elaine Marjorie Malek, 89

Tipton arrested in connection with Cd'A shooting

Police have arrested Chad E. Tipton, the man wanted in connection with a shooting victim treated and released last week from Kootenai Health.

Something to brighten your day

Jeff Conroy, director of St. Vincent de Paul North Idaho, shared this heart-warming tidbit this afternoon. 

Exploring religions: Hinduism

Continuing the series on minority religions, a glimpse of Hinduism.

Legals December 21st, 2016

Charter Communications makes certain changes from time to time in the services that we offer in order to better serve our customers. The following changes are planned: The programmer has announced that as of January 6, 2017 it will discontinue Northwest Cable News. As a result, it will be removed from the lineup and no longer be available. LEGAL 6756 DEC 21, 2016

'Tis the season for candy canes, crunching, cavities .Holidays can be wreak havoc on teeth.

Motorists receive an early gift

Idaho, Kootenai County gas prices lower than last month

Joan Denise Crooks, 60

Joan Denise Crooks, 60, passed away Dec. 19, 2016, in Post Falls, Idaho. A celebration of life will be held July 15, 2017. Joan was born Aug. 31, 1956, in Richardton, N.D. She lived in Mott, N.D., and Elgin, Ill.

IBS & IBD: Turn off the faucet!

Irritable Bowel Disease (IBS) and Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (IBD — which primarily consists of colitis and Crohn’s Disease) — continues to rise. There is an estimated 1.6 million people in the U.S. that have IBD according to the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America. The International Foundation for Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders states that 10-15 percent of people worldwide, have IBS, with 25 percent of them classified as severe. 60-65 percent of sufferers are female, with 47-55 percent of those previously having had a hysterectomy or ovarian surgery.

POLICE: Stop the abuse

When a child is arrested for his behavior and he tells the police that most of his problems stem from being at a certain house and that parent asks why nothing has been done about it, and the reply is that they are good at it, is the wrong attitude to have.

JOBS: The public's plight

Diane Burright’s anecdotal Sunday letter defending public pay abuse is myopic and misleading. I am doubling down that public pay practices are actually bankrupting our country. Here’s why:

Wages leap forward

Kootenai County sees 8 percent raise in pay over same time in 2015

Want some good news for Christmas?

THE FRONT ROW WITH JASON ELLIOTT: Wednesday, Dec. 21, 2016

A little help for the holidays

With only a few shopping days before Christmas, it’s now or never to ask for a little help for the northwest sports fan.

REBUTTAL: Time to chime in

I decided not to write a response to Mr. Gressler’s letter in the Dec. 7 Press as trying to rationalize with idiots is generally unproductive. However, Shirley Plumlee did make the effort (Dec. 8 Press) and did an outstanding job.

'Someone's got to help'

Granny teaches the value of paying it forward

Dealing with the emotional turmoil of memory loss

When you or a loved one is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of memory loss, it is easy to feel helpless and isolated. Perhaps the greatest lesson you must learn, however, is that you are not alone, states Susan Faltermeyer, Director of Community Relations at Creekside Inn Memory Care in Coeur d’Alene.

Dexter Yates: Laughter, music dull death's sting

COEUR d’ALENE — It was prom night in 1963 and the evening was rapidly falling apart.

Anthel Jean Heinemeyer, 91

Jean was born April 26, 1925, in Clarkston, Wash., to Samuel Otis and “Eva” Effie Leona (Fordyce) Bly. Jean passed in her sleep on Dec. 16, 2016, at the age of 91 at Creekside Inn where she had been residing for 14 months. Jean attended grade school in Lewiston, Orofino, and surrounding areas. She then attended Lewiston High School. Growing up, she enjoyed the outdoors and especially riding horses.

Creating new family traditions

This morning in my psychotherapy office I see a patient who talks about the purpose of providing an awesome Christmas for her son. She talks about the guilt of not having lots of gifts under the tree, the disappointment in her child if he doesn’t get all he wants and the pain of going into debt in January to make this happen. This is a story I hear often this time of year.

Give the gift of warmth

As the old saying goes, "Cold feet, warm heart," but when your feet get cold, it's hard to feel jolly this time of year. For most of my life, I’ve struggled with staying warm when the weather turns cold. I remember always wearing jackets growing up and still being constantly cold until about 11 years ago when I discovered Alpaca. This was life changing for me. Finally… I was warm! I was determined to introduce the wonders of alpaca fiber to others and we had just started raising alpacas for my daughter’s 4H project. I wanted everyone to experience the warmth of alpaca apparel, but it had to be high quality and reasonably priced. My husband suggested we launch a website and a few months later “AlpacaDirect.com” was born.

Arthur 'Art' Lloyd Howard, 99

Our dear Papa passed from this life to his eternal home on Dec. 13, 2016, on a cold winter evening after a delightful day visiting with family and friends at LaCrosse Health and Rehab, where he had resided for the past six years. Papa was born Jan. 27, 1917, in Aberdeen, S.D., missing his 100th birthday by just one month and few days. At the age of 12, Papa, with his family, came west to Athol, Idaho, in November 1929, settling on the homestead on East Howard Road. Papa attended school and graduated from Athol High School in 1935.

GREETINGS: 'Tis the season

I have noticed during the last couple of months strangers smiling and saying “Hi” with such a greeting that you wonder “Do I know this person?” but you realize you don’t and get a warm feeling. I smile and count it as a blessing. I am counting every blessing be it free, simple and obvious. The health, the safety, friends and family.

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome got you down?

When people think “chiropractic,” they often think of back and neck problems. But chiropractic has many applications beyond these typical uses, and it can improve quality of life for a broad range of health conditions. One such condition is carpal tunnel syndrome, a repetitive stress injury (RSI). Chiropractic can be a beneficial treatment for patients seeking noninvasive relief from this ailment that has become all too common in the modern world.

Here comes Anonymous Claus!

Anonymous in Athol has come through again.

CDA: Can't justify taxes

If your total taxable property value is $400K and you live in Coeur d’Alene you will pay an extra $2,361.68 for line item 202 (which goes directly to the city), $500K you pay $2,952.10, and for $600K you pay $3,542.52 for 2016. If you live in Hayden or other surrounding cities, you pay a fraction of this amount (less than 25 percent) to that city for its services.

PREP BASKETBALL: Lawler paces Timberlake past Kellogg in IML opener

Idaho prep boys basketball media poll

Snow load on trees

Last week I briefly mentioned part of last year’s stress to trees was the damaging snow in December. Heavy and wet snow accumulated quickly and temperatures dropped, freezing heavy masses to tree crowns. Due to these conditions limbs, tops, and even entire tree trunks failed. While not as widespread, it was similar in damage to the Ice Storm of ’96.

Cd'A City Council votes to give parking scofflaws 'the boot'

SCAMS: Beware 'legal' traps

When renewing an auto or RV registration online, be sure to type in the entire “

Labrador announces service academy nominations

And now, the weather ... live!

Records

Christmas Eve journey of giving

James Rodney Critchett, 96

James Rodney Critchett was born on Jan. 11, 1920, in Melrose, Mass., and passed peacefully in his sleep on Dec. 16, 2016, in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.

Women: Osteoporosis risk is greater with sleep apnea

The Endocrine Society’s journal carried an article on a study that showed that obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) may increase osteoporosis risk in women. OSA causes interruptions and blockages in the breathing of individuals during sleep. Sometimes these blockages last for over a minute and occur 30 or more times each hour during sleep. Untreated OSA can increase stroke, heart attacks, and cardiovascular disease.

Christmas relaxation

Relaxation is a necessary part of life in order to be well. It heals the soul, boots creativity and helps you get down to business with what needs to be taken care of in your life. What is so interesting is that I'm not talking about watching TV or cruising on Pinterest as a way of relaxing. I'm talking about true “unwinding” where you tune out the world and tune into your bodies needs. In Eastern medicine this is called meditation but most of us in the Western world are too inpatient to do this type of relaxation. In fact, we fight it because we see it as not very productive. What do you have to show for yourself when you are done?

Our Christmas wish list

Like so many holidays throughout the year Christmas is a great “wine holiday,” there is much diversity of food, and fun pairings to go with all of them. Our gatherings whether big or small feature close friends and family just those we want to share a great bottle of wine with. Here are some of our favorites that we will be enjoying over the Christmas holiday.

Let's talk about Spirulina

What comes to mind when you hear the word spirulina? Do you think about a spiralizer you purchased to make zucchini noodles? Maybe, it sounds like the name of a flower. What about a more familiar term, one that is floating around the aisles at the supermarket, appearing all over the internet, and printed on newspapers and magazines, superfood. What comes to mind when you hear this word? A head of broccoli parading the streets dressed as superman or the kale quinoa salad in your refrigerator at home? Spirulina has been increasing in popularity as an emerging superfood.

It grew on him

It has been said that the four (or five) years a person spends in college will shape that person for the rest of their life.

UNITY: Through generosity

Coeur d’Alene High School wrapped up its annual charity drive last week, breaking records in several categories: 4,722 books were collected for local elementary children. Over $4,000 and 3,000 pounds of food were collected for the food bank. Students also provided Christmas for 12 local families (20 adults and 42 children).

Records Dec. 22

DIVORCES FILED

Idaho GOP Central Committee falls to vet presidential electors

Fifty (50 percent) of Idaho’s Elected Electors failed to meet Federal Standards for Electors of the President and Vice-President. Half of the panel was replaced on Monday, Dec. 19 at the capitol in Boise.

Better than an episode of "Cops"

Those social media mavericks over at the Post Falls Police Department shared another one of those crime-fighting moments that makes us all shake our heads: 

Legals December 20th, 2016

NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS FOR PREAPPROVED CONSULTANT SERVICES The City of Hayden herein solicits Statements of Qualifications (SOQ's) for the purpose of establishing a preapproved list for professional design and engineering related services pursuant to Idaho Code § 67-2320(2)(h). The Preapproval list for professional design and engineering related services will be used by both the City of Hayden and Hayden Urban Renewal District. This solicitation seeks to determine the qualifications of professional firms with expertise in any or all of the following service categories: 1) Wastewater Collection System and Lift Station Design, Modeling, and Analysis; 2) Landscape Architecture; 3) Transportation, Street, and Signal Design; 4) Traffic Engineering and Transportation Planning; 5) Hydraulic Engineering, Storm and Flood Control; 6) Geotechnical Engineering and Materials Testing; 7) Land Surveying and Construction Staking; 8) Structural Engineering; 9) Mechanical Engineering (municipal); 10) Electrical Engineering (municipal); 11) Construction Observation and Inspection; 12) General Architecture Services. The term for which the preapproved list will be utilized for requested services is through February 28, 2019. The city reserves the right to extend this contact one additional calendar year with city council approval prior to the expiration date. The SOQ requirements can be obtained from the City's websit: www.cityofhaydenid.us or by contacting Alan Soderling, PE , Public Works Director at (208) 209-2018. The City Clerk, City of Hayden, 8930 N. Government Way, Hayden, Idaho 83835, must receive one (1) stapled copy, and (1) electronic (in PDF format) copy of the Statement of Qualifications by 3:00 p.m., local time, on January 6, 2017 (Any questions regarding the Statement of Qualifications may be directed to Alan Soderling, P.E., Public Works Director at (208) 772-4411, [email protected]). LEGAL 6753 DEC 20, 27, 2016

Headed wrong way on political freeway

Democrats across the nation and Idaho are engaged in a debate over the future direction of the party, given its electoral loss of the presidency and continuing Republican gains at the state level.

PREP BASKETBALL: Vikings hold off NW Christian

Cd'A library Kindles the reading flame

Popular titles are being loaded onto e-readers

Idaho Head Start behind

Many Idaho children from low-income families are not benefiting from a federal program specifically made to help them, a recent study found.

Randy Lee Petersen, 66

In loving memory of Randy Lee Petersen who passed away Dec. 16, 2016. He was born Sept. 11, 1950, to Doris and Lyle Petersen in Kellogg, Idaho, and graduated in 1968 from Kellogg High School.

Christmas for atheists

Some celebrate the season without religious reason

Instead of saying, "Merry Christmas," Jim Hudlow prefers, "Happy holidays," or "Happy winter solstice."

Don't let your pet be a holiday tragedy

If you’re a “Christmas Vacation” fan, you know the scene: Aunt Bethany’s cat spends one of her nine lives on a Christmas light electrocution. We were sure our kitten would meet the same fate, each time she climbed the tree.

Records

Winter wonderland won't wash away

Parking boots and apartment regulations

Coeur d’Alene City Council to hold final meeting of 2016

Locke it up for Trump

Idaho electors stick with the winner of the state’s popular vote

Six-thousand emails, a trash bag full of letters and a bombardment of Facebook messages weren't enough to sway Jennifer Locke.

THE FRONT ROW with Steve Cameron: Vandals: FCS correct choice

It’s pretty darn cool that Idaho is playing in a bowl game.

Mom reunited with kids, starting from scratch

A mom who lost everything is now struggling to provide a little Christmas joy for her four young children as she rebuilds her life with them.

Dorothy Lorraine Zehm, 86

Dorothy Lorraine Zehm, (Dort, Dottie), 86, was a lifetime resident of Kootenai County, Idaho. She was born May 22, 1930 on her parents’ farm just south of Worley, Idaho. Her parents were Walter and Manilla Boswell. Dorothy died Dec. 15, 2016, at Kootenai Health.

Traffic signal out at U.S. 95 and Neider; turning limited

COEUR D'ALENE – The traffic light at the intersection of U.S. 95 and Neider in Coeur d’Alene is not working this afternoon, so the turning movements of drivers will be limited as crews fix the traffic signal.

Legals December 19th, 2016

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING On the 3rd day of January 2017, at 5:00 p.m. at City of Hayden Lake City Hall, 9393 N. Strahorn Road, Hayden Lake, Idaho 83835, a hearing will be held by the City Council of the City of Hayden Lake for the purpose of reviewing an application for an Alternate Setback Permit submitted by Jon Harper. Such application concerns the improved real property located at 10668 N. Lakeview Drive, Hayden Lake, Idaho 83835. The application requests a reduction of the City's 10 feet side yard setback to 6.5 feet for a new garage and 8 feet for a new deck. No later than 4:00 p.m. on the date of the hearing, any person may file with the City Clerk of the City of Hayden Lake, 9393 N. Strahorn Road, Hayden Lake, Idaho 83835, written testimony for inclusion in the record at the hearing. Such testimony must contain the interested party's name and address and the reasons for the testimony. Oral testimony will also be allowed at the public hearing so long as it complies with the requirements of the City of Hayden Lake City Code. Further information regarding this hearing may be obtained by contacting the City Clerk at the address listed above. Persons needing an interpreter or special accommodations are urged to contact the City Clerk at 208-772-2161 at least forty-eight (48) hours before the hearing. A copy of the application is on file with the City Clerk for public inspection. In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ("ADA"), the City of Hayden Lake will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its services, programs, or activities. Employment: The City of Hayden Lake does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring or employment practices and complies with all regulations promulgated by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission under Title I of the ADA. Effective Communication: The City of Hayden Lake will generally, upon request, provide appropriate aids and services leading to effective communication for qualified persons with disabilities so they can participate equally in the City's programs, services, and activities, including qualified sign language interpreters, documents in Braille, and other ways of making information and communications accessible to people who have speech, hearing, or vision impairments. Modifications to Policies and Procedures: The City of Hayden Lake will make all reasonable modifications to policies and programs to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to enjoy all of its programs, services, and activities. For example, individuals with service animals are welcomed in City offices, even where pets are generally prohibited. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service, or activity of the City of Hayden Lake should contact Lynn Hagman, City Clerk of the City of Hayden Lake, 9393 N. Strahorn Road, Hayden Lake, Idaho 83835, Telephone No. (208) 772-2161, as soon as possible but no later than forty-eight (48) hours before the scheduled event. The ADA does not require the City of Hayden Lake to take any action that would fundamentally alter the nature of its programs or services, or impose an undue financial or administrative burden. Complaints that a program, service, or activity of the City of Hayden Lake is not accessible to persons with disabilities should be directed to Lynn Hagman, City Clerk of the City of Hayden Lake, 9393 N. Strahorn Road, Hayden Lake, Idaho 83835, Telephone No. (208) 772-2161. The City of Hayden Lake will not place a surcharge on a particular individual with a disability or any group of individuals with disabilities to cover the cost of providing auxiliary aids/services or reasonable modifications of policy, such as retrieving items from locations that are open to the public but are not accessible to persons who use wheelchairs. The City of Hayden Lake is also committed to compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and all related regulations and directives. The City assures that no person shall on the grounds of race, color, national origin, gender, age or disability be excluded from participation in or be denied the benefits of, or be otherwise subjected to discrimination under any City service, program or activity. The City also assures that every effort will be made to prevent discrimination through the impacts of its programs, policies and activities on minority and low income populations. In addition, the City will take reasonable steps to provide meaningful access to services for persons with Limited English Proficiency. /s/ Lynn Hagman City Clerk LEGAL 6740 DEC 19, 2016

New weather satellites to enhance weather forecasting

Weather or Not

Last week was one of the coldest we’ve seen in years. High temperatures only managed to make it into the teens from Wednesday through Saturday.

Creating 'Animal Allies' with robots

Students showcase math, science, engineering talents at robotics contest

Transforming Memorial Field area

If council gives OK, construction projects in Four Corners area can begin

Unexpected full house causing added financial strain

Christmas For All

Three teens and a baby in the house and the need for a safe haven have turned this family upside down.

Yankoff, Masterson, Tefft honored

Coeur d’Alene High junior quarterback Colson Yankoff was named 5A Player of the Year by The Idaho Statesman newspaper of Boise, and St. Maries senior defensive end Nate Masterson was tabbed 2A Player of the Year.

Information on alleged shooter sought

PREP ROUNDUP: Kellogg tops St. Maries in battle of unbeatens

Chiefs fall to Prince George

TRI-STATE INVITATIONAL: Two, but not quite three

Lovett, Randles repeat as Tri-State champs; Trojans have three-peat hopes come up just short

COEUR d’ALENE — Knowing full well that as the lone finalist for the Post Falls Trojans in the Tri-State Invitational every point mattered when it came to the team score, sophomore Ridge Lovett did what he always seems to do.

THE FRONT ROW WITH MARK NELKE: Sunday, Dec. 18, 2016

Would the Gophers have been missed?

So if the University of Minnesota had gone through with its boycott of the bowl game it is scheduled to play in on Dec. 27, would anybody really have noticed?

Gladys Elizabeth Belke-Brillhart, 99

On Nov. 29, 2016, Gladys Elizabeth Belke–Brillhart, of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, passed away at home after living a full life and reaching the Golden Age of 99 years. Gladys lived at home with her daughter, Linda, and son-in-law Skip, who were her primary caregivers. Hospice of North Idaho provided Gladys with respectful, kind and loving support during these past 14 months. Gladys was always delighted to have them come to visit and care for her. Father Mariusz Majewski, pastor of St. Thomas Catholic Church, was a source of spiritual strength and comfort for Gladys.

Marilyn J. Bell, 86

Marilyn J. Bell passed away peacefully and surrounded by family and friends on Dec. 11, 2016. She was born on Jan. 11, 1930, in Havre, Mont., but spent most of her school days in Browning, Mont. Marilyn was very proud of her heritage and expressed it through her strong sense of humor.

Berni Dami: Looking back with a smile

IN PERSON

There wasn’t a single day Berni Dami thought about quitting her job as Duane Hagadone’s personal assistant and secretary.

TRUMP: He's pressing forward

Mr. Adler’s criticism, in the Dec. 15 edition of the Coeur d’Alene Press, of Donald Trump’s ability to bypass the media and take his message directly to the people and “evade the press” is absolutely preposterous. His claim that by going around what passes for a “free press” in this country, President-elect Trump is “mocking the foundational values of the republic.” Really?

Tales from the trenches

Utilizing property search technology Neighborhood of the Week

Finding the ideal home can be challenging enough. Add frigid temperatures and snowy conditions into the mix, and it’s easy to see why people delay their real estate plans until spring.

Pearl Anna (Burke) Brown, 98

Pearl Anna (Burke) Brown born Aug. 28, 1918, to Alma Lee and William Burke in Isabel, S.D. She was the seventh child of a 10 children, five boys and five girls.

WORKERS: Don't blame us

Mike Reno has a letter in the Friday, Dec. 16, 2016, paper. He seems to think public servants, government workers, are living high on the hog and are the cause, or part of the cause, of housing prices going up. That the pensions earned by said public workers are “tax free.” That they make more when retired than they did while working?

'The best Christmas present ever'

Pearson enlists Santa, elves to assist with marriage proposal aboard Lake Cd'A cruise

THANKS: For the rescue

Thank you so much for taking the time to pull an old lady out of a snow bank. I am so sorry I did not get the name on your red truck. Your good deed on Dec. 12 was so appreciated. It proves to me that your generation still is very considerate. Chivalry is not dead!

John W. Trople, 84

John W. Trople passed away on Dec. 13, 2016, with his wife and his family at his side. He had been hospitalized at Sacred Heart Medical Center since Nov. 3, 2016, after suffering a stroke while living at Rose Pointe Assisted Living. John was born on Feb. 27, 1932; the youngest of six children to Albert and Muril Trople of Wasta, S.D.

John Suiter, 69

Joinery, as any craftsman will tell you, is the art of “joining” or bonding two or more pieces of wood. The strongest, most beautiful joints are often the simplest, yet their construction requires experience, skill and patience, along with some very clear and careful thought. A highly skilled Joiner doesn’t just rely on glue or nail for it will be the wit, wisdom and ethics of the Joiner that will keep those objects together long after leaving his shop.

Seven kids, zero presents?

Christmas For All

Raising seven children has its difficulties, especially when Mom has a mobility-limiting degenerative condition.

Innovation and the 'rules of the garage'

The Hewlett-Packard Company was famously founded in a one-car garage by William Hewlett and Dave Packard. It has become one of the world’s most innovative and successful technology companies, but it’s never lost sight of its founders’ original vision.

New Advance Auto Parts opens

Business Bits

Serving professional installers and do-it-yourself customers, Advance Auto Parts has opened its store at 320 W. Kathleen Ave. (just east of Highway 95). The parts include recognized national brands and Carquest brand products.

Goal is $185,000 - and 0 tears

Just one week.

Some buyers lose interest

We previously noted here that six consecutive weeks of mortgage rate increases have yet to show any impact on home sales in the Coeur d’Alene Multiple Listing Service reports. As illustrated by the gains and appreciation of prices across the board we ended November very strong. Now, it seems with interest rates rapidly approaching the highest levels in more than two years at least some buyers are getting nervous.

ELECTION: Count this

In response to Mr. Gressler’s letter on Dec 7. I want to say first of all that I did not read the entire liberal, hateful letter. Halfway through it I became ill and thought I might puke. Your hateful comments about Trump and his family were disgusting and unfounded. You have a right to express your opinion, but to think the electoral college is wrong and the presidency should be based on the popular vote is ignorant. Here are a few facts that were reported in the press last week, which I hope you read.

Legals December 17th, 2016

SUMMONS Case No. CV15-68 FEE: EXEMPT (Idaho Code § 67-2301) IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF THE STATE OF IDAHO, IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF KOOTENAI IN THE MATTER OF: ADDISON DANIEL SCHOFIELD DOB: 11/03/2015 A Child Under Eighteen Years of Age. In the Matter of the Termination of the Parental Rights of: ALEXANDRIA SCHOFIELD, Mother THE STATE OF IDAHO SENDS GREETINGS TO: ALEXANDRIA SCHOFIELD YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that a Petition to Terminate Parental Rights between ADDISON DANIEL SCHOFIELD and his mother, ALEXANDRIA SCHOFIELD, has been filed with the District Court of the County of Kootenai, by Denise L. Rosen, Deputy Attorney General, under Idaho Code Section 16-2005, etc. A hearing on the petition will be held at the Juvenile Justice Center, 205 North 4th Street, Coeur d'Alene, Idaho on January 24, 2017, at 10:00 a.m. or as soon thereafter as counsel may be heard. YOU ARE FURTHER NOTIFIED that you are entitled to be represented by an Attorney. If you cannot afford one, you may be appointed an Attorney by making application to the Court at the Kootenai County Courthouse. If you fail to appear at the time and place set forth above, or fail to appear through an attorney, you may be deemed to have defaulted and a judgment terminating your parental rights may be entered without further hearing or notice. DATED this 26 day of October, 2016. CLERK OF THE DISTRICT COURT KOOTENAI COUNTY, IDAHO By: /s/ DEPUTY LEGAL 6704 DEC 10, 17, 24, 2016

NIC MEN'S BASKETBALL: Satterthwaite paces Cardinals in Wyoming

POWELL, Wyo. — Sophomore Ziggy Satterthwaite had 30 points and eight assists to lead the North Idaho Cardinals to a 102-70 win against the Wyoming All-Stars on Friday afternoon.

PREP GIRLS BASKETBALL: Lake City pulls an inside job

Timberwolves defeat second-ranked Boise

COEUR d’ALENE — What kind of team is Lake City, Timberwolf girls basketball coach Bryan Kelly wondered heading into Friday night’s game.

THE FRONT ROW WITH JASON ELLIOTT: Saturday, Dec. 17, 2016

Rivals could tell tale of Tri-State today

It’s early in the high school wrestling season.

TRI-STATE INVITATIONAL: Freshman keeps Trojan title hopes afloat

Two-time defending champ Post Falls leads, Lakeland sixth after first day

COEUR d’ALENE — As a freshman at the Tri-State Invitational, Post Falls wrestler A.J. De La Rosa was just kind of thrown into the mix at 120 pounds with the idea of either sinking or swimming on the first day of competition.

PREP ROUNDUP: Viks rally at Moscow

• GIRLS BASKETBALL

Trump: Speaking directly to the people

I read David Adler’s column regarding President-Elect Trump’s situation with the press in the Dec. 15, 2016 CDA Press and feel that he missed the mark on his premise. David writes he feels Mr. Trump is not a respecter of today’s press and mistakenly harkens back to this country’s framers for support of this position.

Post Falls structure fires prompt warnings

Quick firefighter actions limit damage; Vigilance urged during cold snap

POST FALLS — Two Post Falls structure fires on Thursday were minimized by firefighter actions, but have led to warnings about fires during the cold snap.

McEuen now offers skiing, sledding

There’s a new spot to do some cross-country skiing and sledding in Coeur d’Alene.

St. Maries doctor bitten in robbery attempt

Travis J. Harpole is facing a series of criminal charges following the alleged assault and attempted robbery of a doctor Thursday afternoon at St. Maries Family Medicine.

When police come knocking - with gifts

Post Falls Police surprise families in need with lift for Christmas

POST FALLS — Reba Blake was alarmed when she saw a group of police employees walking toward her.

Cd'A Schools students win in recipe contest

There are some talented future chefs in our midst, who just won a statewide nutrition recipe contest.

Sheriff Log Dec. 17

The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office received 84 calls for service between 6 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 15, and 5:59 a.m. Friday, Dec. 16

Lonely lady hoping for holiday help

The ability to give a few gifts this Christmas would really brighten one lonely woman's holiday.

ITD: Drive sober or get pulled over

This holiday season, the Idaho Transportation Department is teaming up with 50 local law enforcement agencies statewide and Idaho State Police to make our roads safer.

The case of the missing birds

Where have all the birds gone? That depends who you ask.

Learn how to smother fake news

Remember reading the story about Pope Francis endorsing Donald Trump for president?

Pizzas for Jingle Books

If you’ve ordered pizza from Domino’s recently, you’ve probably noticed an advertisement for Jingle Books.

Records Dec. 17

DIVORCES FILED

The power of positivity

Denise Ferrie keeps on smiling despite cancer and other problems

COEUR d’ALENE — Every day Denise Ferrie goes to work, she wears a happy face and exudes a positivity that is contagious.

School bus seat belt discrepancy addressed

How much do seat belts in buses cost?

'It's a new day at the fair'

Jordan promoted to GM of Kootenai County Fairgrounds

COEUR d'ALENE — The Kootenai County Fairgrounds board didn't have to look far to find its next general manager.

A workout with a beer chaser

Study suggests exercise can offset effects of alcohol consumption

There is no disputing the social aspect of group exercise. A workout just seems easier (and way more fun) when others join in to share the experience.

Bad weather running

Last week I was reading an article in this newspaper that stated we have not seen very many single digit temperatures in the last few years and we have not had subzero temperatures at all in a few years. Global warming aside, here we are looking at a very cold winter ahead and an arctic express on top of us as of today.

Legals December 16th, 2016

NOTICE OF HEARING Case No. CV16-8762 IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF THE STATE OF IDAHO, IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF KOOTENAI In the Matter of the Estate of: DONA MARIE MICHAEL, Deceased. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has petitioned for the summary administration of the estate of the above-named decedent, Dona Marie Michael, and that a hearing on said petition has been set for January 25, 2017 at 9:30 a.m. in the above-entitled court at Coeur d' Alene, Idaho. Dated this 6th day of December 2016. Gerald William Michael c/o Alan Wasserman Idaho Legal Aid Services, Inc. 610 W Hubbard Ave., Suite 219 Coeur d' Alene, ID 83814 LEGAL 6736 DEC 16, 23, 30, 2016

Skating in a winter wonderland

The Frontier Ice Arena has transformed into a winter wonderland for its third annual 12 Skates of Christmas.

High school holiday helpers

A few of Santa’s helpers jingled their way into John Brown Elementary School Thursday afternoon and left some gifts under the Christmas tree.

Rathdrum taps first female police chief

McLean served as interim chief for past six months, began with city in ’94

Mountain View leadership team collects 1,200 pounds of food

COEUR d’ALENE — Students at Mountain View High School stepped up to address hunger in their community by organizing a school and community Food Drive for the Rathdrum Food Bank.

CAMERON: Redoubt - Court trumps it all

You would assume that our survivalist neighbors are downright jubilant over the election of Donald Trump.

Bette Kay DeFrancesco, 72

Bette Kay DeFrancesco was called to celebrate Christmas with Jesus on Dec. 10, 2016. She was born Feb. 27, 1944, in Stambaugh, Mich. She was the oldest of four children.

TRI-STATE INVITATIONAL: Prestigious tourney on track with the times

COEUR d’ALENE — A lot has changed in the first 44 years of the Tri-State Invitational wrestling tournament, which gets underway this morning at Christianson Gymnasium on the campus of North Idaho College.

PREP ROUNDUP: 5A Coeur d'Alene fends off 1A Div. II Genesis Prep

• BOYS

Double whammy for twins

Raising twins and financial roadblocks are hitting this family with a double whammy.

California dreamin' Private Smoketree Ranch is ideal for snowbirds who want the ultimate nest

Enjoying life’s rewards epitomizes Smoketree Ranch — have it all and more.

DEPORT: There are problems

Bob Ridout’s letter regarding “Sanctuary Cities” is a good example of expressing “political sound bites” without engaging one’s brain. It reminds of our current rain of tweets from another intellectual. “Oh, sorry. Thinking and being intellectual is bad. Drinking the Kool-Aid is good.”

Why cats don't like Christmas

The holiday season should be a joyous time for all members of the household, even the four-legged ones. Unfortunately, some cats only reluctantly seem to embrace the Christmas spirit.

Play in a Day to return to Kroc Center

Christian Youth Theater-North Idaho will host the eighth annual Play in a Day fundraiser Dec. 27 and 28 at the Salvation Army Kroc Center in Coeur d’Alene.

Drops in the digital bucket. Coeur d'Alene Salvation Army Kroc Center embraces text donations to help others

You would like to stop and put money in The Salvation Army kettles, but you don’t have any cash. Or it’s freezing outside and you don’t feel like digging through your pockets or purse for spare change.

30 days of bad Christmas movies - Days 18-24

Make it stop.

Treatment first, trial later

Odom to be sent to state mental hospital before any further hearings

COEUR d'ALENE — The Coeur d'Alene man accused of shooting pastor Tim Remington last March will be sent to a state-run mental health facility prior to facing a criminal charge.

SANTA: Big kids write, too

I was so pleased that you asked the children to send their letters to Santa through the Coeur d’Alene Press.

CHRISTMAS: Night to remember

It was a Christmas night a long time ago in a tar papered house sitting in the center of an almond orchard. My mother and us four kids were spending Christmas Eve with my Aunt Ivy, Uncle Audi, two young cousins, our grandmother and grandfather. The house was love filled and convenience poor. The stove demanded wood be chopped everyday. A bucket from a well house beckoned water from across the yard. The house had no plumbing, just a path to a small back house with catalogue in hand. Kitchen cabinets were built by grandfather’s hands with eyes that could not see. Grandmother’s paintings hung in beauty on smoke covered walls. In this setting the Christmas tree was bright, and presents few. Uncle Audi opened the Bible to read to us of the first Christmas day. He whispered that it was Christ’s birthday, and not our own. Santa came later, and just for fun.

HELP: Defeat addiction

Narconon reminds families that abuse of heroin and opioid drugs has become a national health crisis. Learn to recognize the signs of heroin abuse and get your loved ones help if they are at risk.

NIC MEN'S BASKETBALL: Dowd's hoop lifts NIC to win

POWELL, Wyo. — Sophomore point guard Sam Dowd hit a 15-foot jumper with four seconds remaining to send North Idaho College to a 87-86 win over the Northwest College Trappers on Thursday night.

JOBS: A public predicament

It’s everywhere. People living in inner city warehouses in coastal California. People living in pole barns in the Inland Northwest.

TRUMP: Countdown to impeachment

Oh come on, Phil, tell us the real reason you did not compose a detailed letter about my letter to the editor. It’s because deep down you know what I said is true and, like a typical Republican, when you don’t have the facts (which is most of the time) you start with the trash talk and name calling. Talk about grade school stuff!

It's cold! Stay inside. Slow down!

Arctic cold front pushes into region, law enforcement stays busy with wrecks, slide-offs

Get ready for more bitter cold temperatures, blowing snow, and maybe even a little freezing fog.

KCSO: Be mindful of where you plow snow

Considering the recent snowfall, the Kootenai County Sheriff's Office would like to remind the public to be conscientious about where they plow, shovel and blow the snow from their driveways.

The Boys and Girls of Christmas

Christmas for Kids provides happy holiday for 110 children

COEUR d’ALENE — With sparkling eyes as big as saucers, Willow Riggs held up a pair of snow boots for her Boys and Girls Club volunteer to inspect.

HABITAT: An ongoing gift

The holiday season is a time for personal reflection and giving thanks for the many blessings that we enjoy. It’s also a time to reflect on ways that we can help other members of our community. Habitat for Humanity believes in providing a helping hand instead of a handout. All our recipient families are required to put in hundreds of hours of “sweat equity” into their homes, along with committing to paying back a significant portion of their new home’s construction cost through our zero-interest loan program.

THE FRONT ROW WITH ERIC PLUMMER: Friday, Dec. 16, 2016

Here’s hoping coach Petrino sticks around

Consider us re-invigorated, Paul Petrino, and for that we thank you.

Legals December 15th, 2016

On December 1, 2016 Coeur d'Alene School District entered into a contract with Judy Kyker, MA, CCC-SLP in the amount of $20,000 and on December 8, 2016 the District entered into a contract with TESH, Inc. in the amount of $14,000 for special education services. LEGAL 6729 DEC 15, 2016

Continuing surprises, missed opportunities

President-elect Donald Trump and his transition team continue to dish out surprises. The latest example is the bait and switch they pulled on Fifth District Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers, 47, from Spokane. Leaks from the transition team to the media, in this case no less than the Wall Street Journal, led media to believe she was Trump’s choice to be the 52nd Secretary of the Interior.

PREP ROUNDUP: Lakeland sweeps 5A foes

• WRESTLING

BOWLING SCORES: Thursday, Dec. 15, 2016

MEN

Strummin' along

Post Falls High wrestling coach Reardon, a former NIC wrestler, has two-time Tri-State champs tuning up for another title run

Pete Reardon has plenty of reasons to sing a tune when it comes to the Tri-State wrestling tournament.

IDeal program allows tax deductible donations to pay for college

Mary Altimus of Coeur d'Alene wants her children to go to graduate college without having to pay off student loans. She has been saving for their college since they were born.

IDAHO PREP GIRLS BASKETBALL MEDIA POLL

Week 2

OPINION: Support by citizens of Trump's evasion of the press mocks foundational values of the republic

Editor's note: Dec. 15 is the anniversary of the Bill of Rights.

James John Arnold, 41

James John Arnold, 41, of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, passed away Dec. 3, 2016, at the Hospice House in Coeur d’Alene. James was born on Aug. 16, 1975, in Turlock, Calif., to James and Brenda (Gunter) Arnold.

Project helps improve kokanee spawning habitat

For the past three years, during the month of October, the Idaho Department of Fish and Game personnel and Westco Construction have been busy along the shores of Idlewild Bay in Farragut State Park.

Stop studying the studies; breach dams and save the salmon

I run Wapiti River Guides in Riggins, and 16 years ago attended the ground zero fish/dam scoping hearings with several fellow guides. Nothing has changed, except two of them are now dead. How long will this neglect of not doing what is right for fish and people continue?

Dorothy Ann Gallegos, 72

Dorothy Ann Gallegos, is with her beloved Savior Jesus today. She passed away Dec. 12, 2016, and was the daughter of the late Joseph and Marvel Fronapfel. Dorothy was born on March 24, 1944, in Torrington, Wyo. She was raised by her mother and stepfather Joseph “Red” Morris. Her siblings are Mary Lou Woods, Richard Fronapfel, James Fronapfel, Bob Fronapfel, Betty McIntyre and Connie Morris. Dorothy and Antonio met in Yakima, Wash., and were married on Oct. 8, 1962.

Coeur Greens starting year-round produce production

Growing lettuce in January may seem impossible, but not for Coeur Greens.

Warming up your car? Don't leave it unattended

Frost-covered windows and a chilly engine are enough for most people to give their vehicle a few-minute warm-up before braving the icy roads.

Fire rips through Hayden home

Fire tore through a home on Avondale Loop in Hayden Wednesday, causing part of the roof to collapse and making the house uninhabitable.

North Idaho teen lands among the stars; Paige Renaldo named Miss Idaho Teen America

Paige Renaldo is shooting for the moon. Scratch that — she's going to Mars.

Vandals sign three JC football transfers

MOSCOW — The University of Idaho announced the signing of three junior college transfers on Wednesday — defensive lineman D.J. Henderson, cornerback Brandon Brooks and offensive lineman Sean Tulette.

St. Vincent de Paul to host holiday meal

COEUR d’ALENE — Enjoy a holiday meal a day early during St. Vincent de Paul North Idaho's Christmas Eve Eve Lunch.

THE FRONT ROW WITH MARK NELKE: Thursday, Dec. 15, 2016

No game too tough for these teams

Remember, this is the same program that, a few seasons ago, played six games in six days — three in Coeur d’Alene, three in the Boise area — which entailed traveling following its game on New Year’s Eve to play in the Boise area on New Year’s Day.

Struggling to provide for the grandkids

One grandmother is paying the price for her adult children lacking parenting skills.

Records

LAWSUITS

Sheriff Log dec. 16

The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office received 166 calls for service between 6 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 13, and 5:59 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 15

Records Dec. 16

JUDGMENTS

Legals December 14th, 2016

Reference is made to that certain trust deed made by Ted Hibshman and Joyce Hibshman, Grantor(s), to U.S. Bank Trust Company, National Association, trustee, in favor of U.S. Bank National Association ND, as beneficiary, recorded 12/19/2007, in the Records of Kootenai County, Idaho as Instrument No. 2136986000, and Glogowski Law Firm, PLLC, Katrina E. Glogowski, an Idaho attorney, being the successor trustee, covering the following described real property situated in the above-mentioned county and state, to wit: APN: C0450002040; LOT 4, BLOCK 2, BAKER AND LOVLYN SECOND ADDITION, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, FILED IN BOOK F OF PLATS AT PAGE(S) 68, RECORDS OF KOOTENAI COUNTY, IDAHO; Commonly known as 1410 E McFarland Ave, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814. Both the beneficiary and the trustee have elected to sell the said real property to satisfy the obligations secured by said trust deed and notice has been recorded pursuant to section IRC 45-1505 (3): the default for which the foreclosure is made is the grantor's failure to make payments as follows: Payments From 09/01/2012 Thru 10/21/2016 $61,054.89 Recoverable Corporate Advances $2,362.74 TOTAL REQUIRED TO REINSTATE: $63,417.63 This amount is estimated and needs to be confirmed prior to the submission of a payment as regular monthly payments, advances and other charges continue to accrue during the pendency of this notice. Installment of principal and interest plus impounds and/or advances which became due on 09/01/2012 plus amounts that are due or may become due for the following: late charges, delinquent property taxes, insurance premiums, advances made on senior liens, taxes and/or insurance, trustee fees, and any attorneys' fees and court costs arising from or associated with beneficiaries effort to protect and preserve its security must be cured as a condition of reinstatement. By reason of the default, the beneficiary has declared all sums owing on the obligation secured by the trust deed immediately due and payable, those sums being the following, to wit: $140177.29 with interest thereon at the rate of 6.69% beginning on 09/01/2012; together with title expenses, costs, trustee's fees and attorneys' fee incurred herein by reason of said default; and any further sums advanced by the beneficiary for the protection of the above described real property and its interest therein. Whereof, notice is hereby given that Glogowski Law Firm, PLLC, Katrina E. Glogowski, an Idaho attorney, the undersigned trustee will on 03/08/2017 9:00, at the following place: La Quinta Inn & Suites Coeur d'Alene, 333 W Ironwood Dr, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814, Auction.com Room sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash the interest in the said described real property which the grantor had or had power to convey at the time of the execution by him of the said trust deed, together with any interest which the grantor or his successors in interest acquired after the execution of said trust deed, to satisfy the foregoing obligations thereby secured and the costs and expenses of sale, including a reasonable charge by the trustee. Notice is further given that any person named in IRC 45-1506 has the right to have the foreclosure proceeding dismissed and the trust deed reinstated by payment to the beneficiary of the entire amount then due (other than such portion of said principal as would not then be due had no default occurred), together with the costs, trustee's and attorney's fees and curing any other default complained of in the Notice of Default by tendering the performance required under the obligation or trust deed, at any time prior to five days before the date last set for sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. DATED: 10/13/2016 By Katrina E. Glogowski, ISB #6877 22000 64th Ave W #2F Mountlake Terrace, WA 98043 (206) 903-9966 LEGAL 6618 NOV 23, 30, 2016 DEC 7, 14, 2016

Eubanks writes yet another page-turner

He wasn’t there for the front page photo that was published Tuesday.

Liars, dang liars and outliers

Malcolm Gladwell isn’t a big fan of American football. In fact, heads exploded when Gladwell predicted a few years ago that the game would become “ghettoized” by attracting only players who are willing to risk serious head trauma. He later followed that up by referring to football as a “moral abomination.”

Sciatica and you

Sciatica occurs when one experiences constant pain in the sciatic nerve, which runs from the lower back to the buttocks and on down through the lower legs. This nerve extends through the entire lower part of the body, from the back all the way down to the legs. The sciatic nerve keeps the muscles of the lower legs functioning correctly, causing sensation in the lower extremities.

Mom doesn't want to let girls down

This mom asked for help from Press Christmas for All because she doesn’t want to let her girls, ages 10 and 13, down on Christmas Day.

IDAHO PREP BOYS BASKETBALL MEDIA POLL

Personal road cuts into public property

Concerns over government infringing on personal property rights are often in the spotlight, but, as local officials will attest, the issue cuts both ways.

Kiki Miller: Don't even try to stop her

Records

Man spinning circles knocks over portable bathrooms

Harold Dearborn Smart, 89

Harold Dearborn Smart went to be with his Lord on Sunday, Dec. 11, 2016, in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. His beloved wife, Jean, was by his side holding his hand.

PREP GIRLS BASKETBALL: Freshman Faulkner paces Cd'A Charter

PARK: Righteous indignation

My family moved to Idaho in 1963. We have lived in the same area since. We have seen all the changes here, some good, some not so good. The proposed ORV park is more than not so good. It is a terrible idea.

Holiday food safety

In the midst of the holiday season, it can be easy to forget food safety basics with all the baking, cooking, and festivities that occur. Keep these tips in mind when stocking up your fridge and whipping up holiday treats in the kitchen:

Puskash wanted in Kootenai and Bonner counties

The North Idaho Violent Crimes Task Force is seeking information leading to the apprehension of

SHOW: Travoltas superb

Travolta Christmas Show was such a wonderful presentation. It was light-hearted and totally entertaining. The Travolta sisters were a wonderful team that appealed to all audiences telling stories of their simple upbringing and singing successes. The stories presented by Jack Bannon were cute and brought out the Christmas spirit. Katherine Strohmaier’s voice was so beautiful. We had wonderful seats up front and this show made our Christmas exceptional. Thank you, Travoltas, for being part of our community.

Why all the dead trees this year?

After an extended hiatus, I decided to return to writing articles again and a thank you to all those who aided me. My topic this week is on the increase in Western Pine Beetle activity.

The 'HTFs' have landed

The last year has seen some extraordinary additions to the wine “list” available to wine consumers and those of us in the business as well. In the 9 years, the dinner party has been opened I can’t recall a year when we have gained access to more “Hard to Find” wines. Many are arriving just in time for your holiday celebrations. While some of these bottles have just finally cracked the market, others are new productions from existing wineries and still others have been here before but now are back in solid supply.

PRINCIPAL: Gets an A++

Many people do acts of kindness with no hopes of anything in return, and one of those individuals is my principal.

THE FRONT ROW WITH JASON ELLIOTT: Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2016

Big honors, and an awkward L.A. farewell

Sometimes, things just slip through the cracks.

T'was the night before

When I was little I loved the magic of the poem “The Night Before Christmas.” My parents had a well-worn book that had beautiful illustrated pictures and they would read it to me each Christmas season. As soon as I could read it myself I would slowly read each page and get lost in my imagination. I would pretend that St. Nicholas was coming to my house in Maryland, landing on our roof with his reindeers and sneaking in my living room to deliver the “goods.” I would wait up as long as I could to try to get a peek of him. I wanted to know him. I wanted to watch him make his delivery. I wanted to see if he was really “jolly.” I wanted to believe. I wanted to believe in something bigger and better than anything I'd ever known.

AAUW: Check us out

AAUW is a non-partisan nationwide organization of women and men who advocate for issues that are important to women and families. The membership of AAUW Idaho and its six branches (Boise, Coeur d’Alene, Long Valley, Moscow, Orofino and Pocatello) represents a diversity of cultural and professional backgrounds as well as political party affiliations. Our branch members have been active in community and advocacy activities in Idaho since 1909.

It takes a village to make Christmas magic

It’s impossible not to be moved by the wonderful spirit of giving and generosity for a hundred local youngsters and their families during the annual Holidays and Heroes event. Often at the holidays we all get so busy and frazzled it’s easy to lose sight of the important things. For the last several years Bert and I have participated with the Post Falls Police Department to be secret shoppers and it is absolutely a true gift to us.

Holiday fair Saturday at Christian Center School

Christian Center School will hold its first holiday craft and food fair this Saturday at the school, 3639 W. Prairie Ave., Hayden.

Movers & Shakers

Owens, Partington join Idaho Humanities Council board

The Idaho Humanities Council, the nonprofit, state-based partner of the National Endowment for the Humanities, recently added two people from the Coeur d’Alene area to the council’s 18-member Board of Directors.

Snow shoveling tips to prevent back injuries

Snow shoveling is one of the more common causes of back injuries during the winter months. However, this type of injury is preventable if you know the best ways to remove snow without straining the back.

Holiday lights illuminate the night

Looking for some twinkling holiday cheer?

Stop daily headaches - live free with no limits

What would you do on a day that you didn’t have a headache or a migraine — and you knew that nothing you did on that day could cause a headache or migraine? Really — what would you do?? Would you be the real you — the you you want to be?

PREP BOYS BASKETBALL: Timberlake edges Sandpoint again

Animal Allies prevents more than 17,000 homeless pets

Patrick G. Powers, 75

Patrick George Powers, 75, passed away at home Thursday, Dec. 8, 2016. He was both a logger and conservationist, a confidant and a story teller, a captain of industry and master of the measured response, co-conspirator and the voice of reason ... most of all he is missed.

SEASON: Another option

If the donkey and elephant have discouraged and disappointed you, may I suggest you focus on the Lamb.

Building Buddy Benches

KTEC welding students create benches for kids who need a friend

Habitat for Humanity announces new director

Habitat for Humanity of North Idaho announced James Casper is its new executive director.

How caring for a person with Alzheimer's affects you

You remember seeing the warning signs. Little things tended to slip her mind. But soon, the little things progressively got larger and undeniable. When the doctor’s diagnosis came back as Alzheimer’s disease, you were stunned and shaken.

Ask your audiologist: Free holiday hearing aid feedback clinic

If your hearing aid is whistling or feeding back I may be able to help. I am offering to try to fix your feedback problem if I can. Please come into the office Tuesday, Dec. 20 between the hours of 1-3 p.m. and let me take a look at your aid(s). Refreshments will be provided.

YOUTH SPORTS: Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2016

Cross country, bowling, basketball and more

'Tis the season! To give the gift of music. Buy tickets for the popular Festival at Sandpoint before they're all gone.

Looking for the perfect stocking stuffer? The annual Festival at Sandpoint features amazing performances, world class musicians and memories to last a lifetime.

Sub-zero, here we come

Coeur d'Alene is nearly three years removed from its last sub-zero temperature.

A CHRISTMAS POEM

There was a child born Christmas Day,

Cd'A drop-off box damaged

SCHOOLS: A tax tip

Being seniors on a fixed income, I thoroughly agree with Monte and Bruce concerning school taxes. I too, pay a substantial amount to the schools, and I haven’t had any kids in school for 50 years, yet I still get taxed for it, like everyone else. I know that our state is going to do nothing about it, so I have a suggestion.

POEM: Prayer of Peace

All the leaves of red, yellow and gold

KILLER: No sympathy here

Dec. 11, page A15…Protocol followed? Here’s a killer who pistol-whipped and shot convenience store clerk Casey Wilson in the head execution style. Who knows how much she suffered not to mention all of her family, friends and acquaintances for the rest of their lives. What human protocol did this killer follow in his actions?

Roger Dale Mann, 68

On Dec. 11, 2016, at 10:46 a.m., Roger passed away in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, at Kootenai Health, where he had been fighting numerous health problems. Roger was 68 years old.

PMS: A raging problem!

Years ago, a 19-year-old woman and her family came to see me for “severe PMS.” I hear the word “severe” a lot, but none as profound as this one. This girl raged for three out of four weeks per month. Only the week after her cycle was she tolerable. For two weeks her rage isolated her from her friends and activities. But the week just before her cycle began was rage on steroids! She frequently ran screaming around her home, punching holes in walls, throwing and breaking things, pushing and battering her siblings and even her parents. As a result, her whole family (except for her) moved into a hotel the week before her cycle. They had tried everything from anti-depressants to birth control pills. Nothing worked. They came to me in desperation.

Last weekend to see 'Christmas Show' at The Resort

The final performances of “The Christmas Show” will take place this weekend at The Coeur d’Alene Resort.

Late Anderson-Dolan goal sends Chiefs past Seattle

Knitting for those who serve our country

At Alpaca Direct, we are always looking for ways to give back to our community. I can not think of anyone more deserving than those who keep our country safe so we can enjoy our freedom.

Sheriff's Log

Legals December 13th, 2016

NOTICE OF SALE OF ABANDONED VEHICLE Registered/ Legal lien Holders: JOSHUA WASHINGTON 5016 N 43RD ST TACOMA, WA 98407 THAT ON THE 19TH OF DECEMBER, 2016, AT 2:00 PM, THE COEUR D'ALENE POLICE DEPARTMENT, 3818 SCHREIBER WAY,COEUR D'ALENE,KOOTENAI COUNTY, IDAHO, WILL SELL TO THE HIGHEST BIDDERFOR CASH,IN LAWFUL MONEY OF THE UNITED STATES, AT THE TIME OF THE SALE, THE FOLLOWING PROPERTY WHICH IS LOCATED AT AND DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: YEAR: 2003 MAKE:CADILLAC MODEL: DEVILLE VIN: 1G6KF57923U187749 STORED AT: SCHAFFERS TOWING, 625 W DALTON AVE, COEUR D'ALENE, ID 83815 LIEN AMOUNT: $2,225.00 TOWING & STORAGE CHARGES THIS SALE WILL BE MADE TO SATISFY LIENS, WHICH WERE INCURRED AS A RESULT OF TOWING AND STORAGEOF THE ABOVE DESCRIBED VEHICLE. MINIMUM IS THE LIEN AMOUNT. SEALED BIDS WILL BE ACCEPTED AT THE COEUR D'ALENE POLICE DEPARTMENT, 3818 SCHREIBER WAY, COEUR D'ALENE, IDAHO, 83815 UNTIL 2:00 PM, ON THE 19TH DAY OF DECEMBER 2016. BIDS WILL BE OPENED AT THAT TIME AND THE HIGHEST BIDDER NOTIFIED. DATED THIS 21ST DAY OF NOVEMBER, 2016 AGENCY: COEUR D'ALENE POLICE DEPARTMENT 3818 SCHREIBER WAY COEUR D'ALENE, ID 83815 CITY: COEUR D'ALENE, IDAHO BY: SM SUPPORT SERVICES LEGAL 6675 DEC 6, 13, 2016

No place like home for the holidays

It's that time of year again! The holidays are upon us. Here in North Idaho it is a festive season, celebrated by some 30,000 people attending the 30th anniversary of The Coeur d'Alene Resort Holiday Light Show in downtown Coeur d'Alene. It has grown from a few lights decorating The Resort entrance to one and a half million lights burning brightly around the boardwalk, and 250 spectacular displays that are "ready to dazzle." The Resort light show has appeared in USA Today’s list of the top 10 best Christmas displays in the nation, according to an article in the CDA Press.

The pitfalls of your kids' cell phones

There has been some conversation recently about kids and cell phones. The Cd’A school district sent out a letter to all District 271 families informing them of the potential pitfalls of providing a cellphone to your child. The concerns raised were proper use and potential misuse of cell phones. The letter provided links to an article on webmd.com and developing a phone contract with your child. Then on Dec. 7, William Rutherford’s column in The Press dealt with this same issue. His article pointed out some aspects related to elementary children and how they misused their cell phones. The conversation about proper cell phone use needs to take place in households on a regular basis.

Backcountry snow poses serious risk

Multiple cases of stranded people in the backcountry of North Idaho last weekend prompted warnings from rescue agencies.

Cd'A man killed in accident

Robert Parks toed the California-Mexico border in May, the beginning of his 2,600-mile hiking excursion on the Pacific Crest Trail.

The family picture we won't send

This time of year we parade our best family photos. Sometimes we’re all neatly dressed, color coordinated and hair fixed just so (even disheveled looks are primped perfectly). Other times we display a menagerie of photos that highlight the year’s glory moments. Our family photos always possess a bit of awkwardness but nothing as uncomfortable as the photo we won’t send out this year…

PREP BOYS BASKETBALL: Royals rout Christian Heritage

Movers and shakers

Doug Rupiper takes over local Edward Jones branch office

Financial Adviser Doug Rupiper, CFP, has been named to take over the downtown Coeur d’Alene Edward Jones at 211 E. Coeur d’Alene Ave.

Records

Avenues for Hope offers aid for the homeless

The sixth annual Avenues for Hope Housing Challenge is underway, with 44 nonprofits from across the state raising funds to help continue and expand programs that care for the homeless and those in need of housing assistance.

Finding a lost life insurance policy

An estimated $1 billion in benefits from life insurance policies are unclaimed, according to Consumer Reports. The National Association of Insurance Commissioners recently released a life policy locator tool to help people locate lost policies and annuities. Nearly 3,000 requests from consumers were submitted in the first month.

Missing man found alive and well

St. Maries man had been missing for nearly three weeks

Richard E. Hubbard, 75

Richard E. Hubbard, 75, of Rathdrum, Idaho, went to meet Jesus on Dec. 7, 2016, from complications from the cancer he battled for several years. Richard was born on March 21, 1941, in Scottsbluff, Neb., to Emory and Cyrena Hubbard. He grew up on a farm with his sister, Betty, and brother Kenneth.

Little treasures on the tree

Hayden couple shares collection of unique ornaments made by friend

JINGLE BOOKS ROCK

Eubanks & Co. collect 45,000 for county kids

As Katherine Ryssel flipped through books at the Coeur d’Alene High School library Monday, she recognized a lot of titles from her childhood.

Cd'A QB Yankoff named Gatorade Idaho Football Player of the Year

It will be a sad Christmas without Dad

"This is the hardest year of my life," a grief-stricken woman shared with Press Christmas for All.

THE FRONT ROW WITH STEVE CAMERON: Just forget Packer game

So you’re leaving your No. 12 sweatshirts and Russell Wilson jerseys in the closet today.

Paint, have fun and help others with the Red Hot Mamas

The Red Hot Mamas are partnering with Paint Buzz to throw a Christmas Party with all proceeds going to Press Christmas for All.

Legals December 12th, 2016

NOTICE TO CREDITORS CASE NO. CV 2016-7830 IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF THE STATE OF IDAHO, IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF KOOTENAI IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: CHRISTOPHER LUKE NIESCHULZ, DOD:9/13/16 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed personal representative of the above-named decedents. All persons having claims against the decedents or the estate are required to present their claims within four (4) months after the date of the first publication of this Notice of said claims will be forever barred. Claims must be presented to the undersigned at the address indicated, and filed with the Clerk of the Court. DATED this 27 day of October, 2016. GERALD NIESCHULZ Personal Representative c/o Virginia Robinson Attorneys Northwest, Inc. 1910 Northwest Blvd., Ste 200 Coeur d' Alene, ID 83814 LEGAL 6647 NOV 28, 2016 DEC 5, 12, 2016

New life at the outlet site

Businesses gradually opening shop at new Tedder Business Center

THE FRONT ROW: Owens, top wrestlers to gather at NIC

The Owen Invitational wrestling tournament was held recently in Polson, Mont.

'You ready to go shopping?'

Law enforcement, emergency personnel help kids enjoy a brighter holiday season

Missing man found alive, well

Comeback falls short for Vandals

BROOKINGS, S.D. — The Vandals had a shot to tie in the closing seconds but the late 3-pointer went begging as Idaho (4-5) fell in the rematch with South Dakota State (5-7), 80-77, on Saturday night.

PREP WRESTLING: Lakeland second, Coeur d'Alene fifth at Inland Empire

SPOKANE VALLEY — Lakeland’s Larry Johnson (138 pounds) and Jared Walker (195) brought home individual titles to help the Hawks finish second in the 20-team Inland Empire Classic on Saturday at Central Valley High.

PREP GIRLS BASKETBALL: Golder fuels Sandpoint victory

SANDPOINT — Sophomore Trinity Golder scored 20 points and grabbed six rebounds to lead the Sandpoint Bulldogs past the Priest River Spartans 49-28 in nonleague play Saturday at Les Rogers Court.

Chiefs stop Vancouver for ninth straight time

LANGLEY, British Columbia — Hudson Elynuik gave Spokane the lead for good on a power play goal with 1:06 remaining in the second period, helping the Chiefs beat the Vancouver Giants 5-2 in Western Hockey League play in front of 2,972 at the Langley Events Centre on Saturday.

NIC ROUNDUP: Sorn, Floerchinger lift Cardinal women

• WOMEN’S BASKETBALL

PREP BOYS BASKETBALL: Lake City gives Winger 300th win

COEUR d’ALENE — James Carlson had 16 points, nine rebounds and four blocked shots as the Lake City Timberwolves beat the Rogers Pirates 63-55 in a nonleague game on Saturday, giving coach Jim Winger his 300th career win.

THE FRONT ROW WITH MARK NELKE: Sunday, Dec. 11, 2016

A college football season unlike any other

From your local Sunday guestimologist in the Sunday, Aug. 28 sports section:

LAWS: Can't pick, choose

Once Trump takes office, mayors and supporters of sanctuary cities are going to learn a lesson that then-President Eisenhower taught to then-Arkansas governor Orval Faubus, who had refused to desegregate Little Rock’s schools.

ORV PARK: Wrong location

Who doesn’t love the peaceful beauty of Farragut State Park? It is such an awesome place for communing with nature and enjoying the wildlife, amazing starry nights, and peaceful campgrounds! Well, if the proposed ORV park becomes a reality, you can just kiss all of that goodbye.

School buses: To belt or not to belt?

Cost vs. safety factor considered

Every school day, Derek Brooks gets on the bus at 3:30 p.m. at Fernan STEM Academy. He stays on the bus at the first stop and gets off at the second. Sometimes his mom and grandma meet him in the cul-de-sac and walk him down the block to their house.

MUSIC MAN: Note of gratitude

It was with great joy that I read your article about Mr. Fahringer and that he is being honored. In a letter about him two or three years ago, I wrote that I had seen him in a picture at Post Falls taken in 1923 and that he retired in 1953. My family, J.V. and Helen Rodkey, moved from Colorado in 1934. Our family, being musical, was delighted to be under his tutelage. Both the Post Falls School District and the Coeur d’Alene School District are to be congratulated for your city sharing him with us. Perhaps in the early days Coeur d’Alene could not pay him for Mondays. Regardless, he spent every Monday at Post Falls teaching most, if not all instruments, to students. {Probably through as least 1943.} The last class every Monday, the orchestra practiced. It played at various programs. His students placed well at the music festivals each year at Lewiston!

LDS News December 11, 2016

Brad Barlow was recently called to be Bishop of the newly formed Post Falls 5th Ward of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Boundaries were adjusted to accommodate the rapid growth of The Church in this area, which resulted in adding and organizing the new Ward.

AFRICA: Painful reminders

Some of you know that Betsy and I have been in West Africa for several weeks volunteering in a small coastal school. Most of our stories are of heartwarming encounters and amazing adventures.

Blair Williams: Arts in her spirit, community in her heart

IN PERSON

Blair Williams greets strangers as though they're old friends.

Christopher Gene Schuessler, 35

Carl Schaefer, 75

On Monday, Dec. 5, 2016, Carl transitioned to his eternal home and is now in the presence of His Lord. Carl’s life goals were to serve God, be a responsible and loving husband, and raise his children to know that they were well loved by him and their Heavenly Father. As his sons, Jeff, Jeremiah and Joshua and his wife, Linda have expressed, he far exceeded his goals.

David Allen Sanman, 85

David Allen Sanman, 85, passed away surrounded by his family on Nov. 30, 2016, due to heart failure. Dave was born Jan. 22, 1931, in Lewiston, Idaho, to Edward and Gladys Sanman.

Milestone Announcements December 11, 2016

ENGAGEMENT

All I want for Christmas is ... whoa!

You’re beginning to scramble, looking for that special Christmas gift.

STCU coming to downtown Cd'A

Business Bits

Downtown Coeur d’Alene will gain more life as STCU opens its 20th branch in the remodeled former Bank of American location at 401 Front Ave. on Dec. 19.

Faye Irene Brumbaugh, 78

Faye Irene Brumbaugh, 78, passed away Dec. 4, 2016, at Hospice House in Hayden, Idaho. She was born on Nov. 12, 1938, in Crandon, Wis., to Ermin and Bertha Bailey. She attended school in the Kellogg area and was raised on Smelter Heights. She married David H. Brumbaugh of Twisp, Wash., in 1955 and they remained married for 54 years. David passed away in 2009.

Not your garden variety retirement community. Garden Plaza in Post Falls provides seniors dynamic living options

Five years ago, the phone ringing in the middle of the night would jolt Nancy Tate awake. It was her mother calling — again.

Innovation, invention and creativity

We take many everyday items for granted, but when these items were introduced to the market, they were anything but ordinary. Have you ever wondered how you got along without a specific product, a must-have invention — or the latest version of your smartphone?

TRUMP: Get over it

I started to compose a detailed response to Daniel Gressler’s letter of Dec. 7 when I suddenly thought, why waste my time on yet another whimpering, whining message from a sore-loser Democrat? So I will simply repeat my previous advice to that entire group. Put your big-boy pants back on, lean back and enjoy.

Man wants nice holiday for wife, daughter

Christmas For All

A man and his wife are happy not to be homeless this winter.

Carl Richard Glidden, 75

Carl Richard Glidden, of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, was born April 6, 1941, and was called to heaven Dec. 1, 2016, at Kootenai Health. During dad’s life, he had done so many things, Volunteer EMT, Reserve Police Officer, retiring from Idaho Forest Industries after more than 40 years.

TRUMP: Tweet this

So Donald Trump, “our” president-elect, spends his time “tweeting” about being lampooned on Saturday Night Live. Apparently, he doesn’t understand that presidents have always been the subject of political satire. Let’s hope he will start spending time on other things, perhaps studying the Constitution. As my mother would surely have said, “Heaven help us!”

SNOWDEN: Feds are right

Having read Uyless Black’s last two articles about Edward Snowden, I would like to respond. I can understand your frustration with personal liberties and privacies being compromised. However, instead of asking “what would you do,” I would like to ask instead: What would you prefer: More 9-11s, more San Bernardinos, more Boston Marathon bombings, more nightclub slaughters like in Florida? Or let our government continue to do the job they have been doing? With their snooping and investigating they have prevented countless terrorist acts from happening.

No interest in interest rates?

Six consecutive weeks of increasing mortgage interest rates may have an impact on the real estate market but you can not see it in our most recent statistics. On Friday staff at the Coeur d’Alene Association of Realtors’ Multiple Listing Service showed a market that is steadily growing. Just take a look at what these cities reported at the end of November:

HONESTY: A Cd'A trademark

Last Saturday, I planned on attending a celebration of life. I started out by getting some cash for stocking stuffers from the bank and completing a busy Saturday. Lo and behold it happened: I couldn’t find the celebration of life location, and I lost all the stocking stuffer money somewhere. Well, I missed the celebration, but I went back to the bank and made the stocking stuffers good! Then a person came forward on Dec. 6 and turned the money into the bank.

Community Thanks December 11, 2016

SHOUT OUT: To the Dockside staff

Donald 'Dale' Talbot, 56

Donald “Dale” Talbot, 56, of Hayden, Idaho, went to meet his Maker on Dec. 7, 2016, in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, with his family by his side.

PARK: Area mismatch

Kootenai County’s reckless scheme of a massive off-road vehicle park on Twete Road would inflict an irreparable wound on an extraordinary rural landscape. The area is visited by thousands of people yearly looking to escape a congested, chaotic, fast-paced and noisy environment along with other negatives this nightmare would spawn.

Susan Marie Fonken, 75

Susan Marie Fonken of Olympia, Wash., 75, passed away unexpectedly from cardiac arrest on Oct. 29, 2016. Susan was born in Manning, Iowa, on April 28, 1941, to Lester and Elsa (Rohr) Rowedder.

Year-end opportunities at Dover Bay

Neighborhood of the Week

As the clock runs out on 2016, the Dover Bay Waterfront Community is offering some tantalizing ideas to ring in the new year.

Family needs a little help to lift spirits

Christmas For All

This family has suffered the majority of the year after the dad was injured this spring.

Legals December 10th, 2016

SUMMONS Case No. CV15-68 FEE: EXEMPT (Idaho Code § 67-2301) IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF THE STATE OF IDAHO, IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF KOOTENAI IN THE MATTER OF: ADDISON DANIEL SCHOFIELD DOB: 11/03/2015 A Child Under Eighteen Years of Age. In the Matter of the Termination of the Parental Rights of: ALEXANDRIA SCHOFIELD, Mother THE STATE OF IDAHO SENDS GREETINGS TO: ALEXANDRIA SCHOFIELD YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that a Petition to Terminate Parental Rights between ADDISON DANIEL SCHOFIELD and his mother, ALEXANDRIA SCHOFIELD, has been filed with the District Court of the County of Kootenai, by Denise L. Rosen, Deputy Attorney General, under Idaho Code Section 16-2005, etc. A hearing on the petition will be held at the Juvenile Justice Center, 205 North 4th Street, Coeur d'Alene, Idaho on January 24, 2017, at 10:00 a.m. or as soon thereafter as counsel may be heard. YOU ARE FURTHER NOTIFIED that you are entitled to be represented by an Attorney. If you cannot afford one, you may be appointed an Attorney by making application to the Court at the Kootenai County Courthouse. If you fail to appear at the time and place set forth above, or fail to appear through an attorney, you may be deemed to have defaulted and a judgment terminating your parental rights may be entered without further hearing or notice. DATED this 26 day of October, 2016. CLERK OF THE DISTRICT COURT KOOTENAI COUNTY, IDAHO By: /s/ DEPUTY LEGAL 6704 DEC 10, 17, 24, 2016

PREP ROUNDUP: Genesis Prep girls edge Kootenai

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THE FRONT ROW WITH JASON ELLIOTT: Saturday, Dec. 10, 2016

Seahawks still in, but for how long?

Chances are, the Seattle Seahawks are still a playoff team.

EWU nears new 5-year deal with Baldwin

CHENEY — Details are being finalized for a new five-year agreement with Beau Baldwin, Eastern Washington’s football coach for the past nine seasons, EWU athletic director Bill Chaves confirmed Friday.

NIC ROUNDUP: Cards top Eastern Oregon

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Flipping for science

Amy Wearne found herself doing something she thought she’d never do: encouraging her fifth grade class to join the viral trend of flipping water bottles.

Former NIC student reports sexual assault

Woman said she was raped while in Las Vegas with wrestling team

A former North Idaho College student has reported she was sexually assaulted while attending the school in 2010.

Dale Bowe, 79

Dale went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2016. He was born on Aug. 2, 1937, in Valley City, N.D.

Giving Lane a lift

Popular Hauser breakfast to benefit Post Falls girl with cancer

HAUSER LAKE — Even while battling the challenges that come with having cancer, 6-year-old Lane Sanwald stays upbeat.

Leonard Maiani, 73

Leonard Maiani passed away peacefully Saturday, Dec. 3, 2016, at his home in Athol, Idaho. Leonard was 73 years old. He was born in Sandusky, Ohio, June 12, 1943, and graduated from Shaw High School/Cleveland, Ohio, in 1961.

Judge: Death penalty decision premature

COEUR d'ALENE — A judge ruled Friday that challenging the use of the death penalty in the case of the man accused of murdering Coeur d'Alene Police Sgt. Greg Moore is more appropriately done after a successful conviction.

Will the raffle winner please stand up?

Spirit Lake man ends mystery with Crosstrek claim

COEUR d'ALENE — With 6,826 raffle tickets sold for a chance to win a 2016 Subaru Crosstrek, the Post Falls High band provided the drum roll for the highly-anticipated announcement of the winner.

Idaho No. 1 in ability to shape health care

Author: State gives patients, providers leeway on care

Idaho is No. 1 in the country in terms of how much flexibility patients and providers have with shaping health care, according to a report released on Friday by George Mason University.

Kenneth Delmer Bull, 95

Kenneth Delmer Bull, 95, of Spokane, Wash., passed away Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2016. He was born March 14, 1921, in Freewater, Ore., the son of Floyd and Ina (Wheeler) Bull. He graduated McLoughlin High School in Milton-Freewater, Ore., in 1940 and attended Kansas State University.

Be prepared for winter conditions

COEUR d'ALENE — Winter storm season is upon us, and the Kootenai County Office of Emergency Management is offering residents tips to be better prepared for the unexpected and various winter conditions ahead.

Records Dec. 10

DIVORCES GRANTED

Is high intensity cardio bad?

Over the last 10 years, we have seen an explosion in the popularity of high intensity cardio workouts. Millions of people have incorporated everything from basic aerobics to Insanity classes and the once very popular Zumba regimen. Every year, newer and tougher high impact cardio programs tend to make the top fitness trends.

Learning their lines

Hour of Code event continues to grow each year

COEUR d'ALENE —Becki Witherow brought her two sons, Kyan and Rio, to the Innovation Collective Den on Sherman Avenue for Friday night's Hour of Code event.

Criminals grabbing residents' guns

Law enforcement reports 156 guns stolen in Kootenai County in 2016

David Dixon pulled into his Condos at Mill River complex in October after a late-night work shift. He locked his Dodge truck and proceeded to make the 50-foot walk to his first-level unit.

Coeur d'Alene High team wins state drama competition

The Coeur d’Alene High School drama team received its last standing ovation of the year Friday afternoon as the entire school celebrated the team’s victory at the state drama competition, for the third year in a row.

Minimum wage not enough to support three kids

Christmas For All

Minimum wage at a part-time job just isn't cutting it for this mother of two teens and a 'tween.

Snuff the stiffness

A few tips to avoid muscle soreness after workouts

No pain, no gain.

Light your splendid torch

Nobody was going to mistake the woman for Mother Teresa.

Legals December 9th, 2016

CITY OF HAYDEN LAKE TREASURER'S FINANCIAL REPORT 4th QUARTER ENDING SEPTEMBER, 2016 YEAR TO DATE BUDGETED % OF BUDGET 10/01/15 - 09/30/16 10/01/15 - 09/30/16 REVENUE: GENERAL - LAW ENFORCEMENT FUNDS Property Tax 129,154.13 130,065.26 99% Police Fines 12,573.00 6,700.00 188% State Revenue Sharing 64,741.11 65,000.00 100% Other Revenue 170,744.54 253,848.00 67% STREET FUND County Dist. #2 Highway 33,777.89 36,000.00 94% Highway User Fees 26,374.12 24,000.00 110% TOTAL INCOME 437,364.79 515,613.26 85% EXPENDITURES: GENERAL 237,937.94 296,053.26 80% LAW ENFORCEMENT 98,333.11 97,800.00 101% STREET FUND 60,137.40 121,760.00 49% TOTAL EXPENDITURES 396,408.45 515,613.26 77% (Unaudited) Citizens are invited to inspect detailed supporting records of the above financial statement at City Hall during regular business hours. Lynn M. Hagman MMC City Clerk/Treasurer LEGAL 6698 DEC 9, 2016

Our life expectancy shrinking

Americans like to think of themselves as No. 1, or close to it. We see ourselves as more successful, more affluent, better situated than other nations. Statistics — more than we’d care to admit — don’t often confirm it.

Records

DIVORCES GRANTED

Traditions of Christmas, a Cd'A tradition

Annual holiday show opens at the Kroc Center tonight

Traditions of Christmas returns to the Kroc Center stage tonight with performances through Dec. 23.

Objects in space

North Idaho STEM students take on space travel via NASA program

If you haven’t heard by now, some students at the North Idaho STEM Charter Academy are building a satellite for a NASA mission.

PREP ROUNDUP: Cd'A girls triumph at Richland

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TEACHER: Resignation welcomed

In the absence of appropriate action-taking by local public school officials regarding Jeff Kantola, a certified social deviate, it is a relief that for whatever reasons, he has now resigned from being allowed a job where he could easily continue with what is already a noteworthy part of his own behavioral history.

More cold than snow is expected

COEUR d'ALENE — As Beth Hansen strolled downtown on Thursday afternoon, the raw, cold weather drew an unpleasant reaction.

Cd'A traffic stop leads to drug bust

COEUR d'ALENE — The Coeur d'Alene Police Department made a sizable drug bust Tuesday while conducting a traffic stop.

Harlan E. Gewecke, 89

Harlan E. Gewecke, 89, of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, passed away peacefully Dec. 6, 2016, surrounded by his loving family. Harlan was born on Nov. 26, 1927, to Earl and Fern (Black) Gewecke in Belle Plaine, Iowa.

Holiday homicide murder mystery tonight

Join Aussie Oliver at the Holly Holiday Homes for the Kringle family reunion. Aunt Cindy Lou has lots of festive games planned and Grandma Kringle is knitting up some holiday sweaters. Everything should be bright and merry… unless being with family drives someone to murder.

A prize of pricy pickles

Bidder pays $200 for WWII veteran’s homemade pickles

COEUR d’ALENE — The Pickle Man has done it again.

DEMENTIA: Dolls matter

A group called CDA Crazy Love reached out to many residents and wanted to help with my goal to help reach into the long-term memory of my lovely residents suffering from this disease. There has been so much response that I cannot express my gratitude to a group that brings practical love and such outpouring of love for their services to mankind. It is a beautiful thing when people see those in need and rush to their aid. CDA Crazy Love did see the need and their response was overwhelming!

ORV PARK: No way, county

Approving an off road park on Tweete Road is crazy. The reason people come to this area to vacation is the quiet and tranquility, and this is why we moved here to get the family values back to what they should be: out in nature and wildlife that the world has to offer. I am just a few streets off Tweete and am heartbroken with the thought of this pollution of noise and light to the wonders that this area has to offer currently. Please listen to the hardworking folks who love our land just the way it is.

Youth e-cigarette use up 900 percent

COEUR d'ALENE — Smoke billowing from the boys bathroom as rebellious teens lit up cigarettes during school more than likely got the teens immortalized — and in trouble.

FUTURE: Letter to descendants

Last month I wrote a letter addressed to our grandchildren and (yet unborn) great-grandchildren. I indicated that the letter was to be read in 20 years, in 2036. I wrote that we were writing in response to the election of Donald Trump in November 2016.

CAMERON COLUMN: It can't be that chilly inside

Maybe local businesses are saving a few pennies for when it gets really, really cold.

PRAYER: Plea for help

Dear God,

MARINES: We salute you

I wondered how long it would be before I simply HAD to write a letter to the editor. We’ve been here about a month, having relocated from a state and city where the politics simply drove us out. Monday’s headline inspired me.

Certification sought for emergency dispatchers

COEUR d'ALENE — Barbers and nail technicians need a license to operate in Idaho.

Chorale to perform Christmas concert tonight, Saturday

The Christmas story of the bright star seen by shepherds and the message brought by angels when Christ was born will be told in song this weekend by the Northwest Sacred Music Chorale.

30 days of bad Christmas movies - Days 10-17

Exhaustion set in days ago.

Rann, Tom and Ethel make a perfect gift

COEUR d’ALENE — In late June when Rann Haight’s book “Tomorrow is...The First Year” was published, he might have harbored secret hopes that it’d soon hit the New York Times bestseller list.

Catch a sketch Saturday at Calypsos

Local artists will network, offer free sketches

Heart attack deals blow to finances

An older couple and their teenage daughter are facing tough times after the dad suffered a heart attack last month.

North Idaho College to hold open forums for chief communications, government relations officer

A North Idaho College search committee has named four candidates for the open Chief Communications and Government Relations Officer position as well as forum dates in which the public can meet the candidates. The position was vacated by Mark Browning earlier this year.

Begging your burger pardon

Where’s the beef in McDonald’s claim?

NIC Christmas concert, another Cd'A tradition

Free ‘Sounds of Christmas’ concert this weekend

North Idaho College will present its “Sounds of Christmas” concert in Boswell Hall Schuler Performing Arts Center at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 10, and at 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 11.

Two men arrested in alleged eluding case

Driver also booked for excessive DUI

POST FALLS — Two men were arrested on Thursday morning in Post Falls after the driver allegedly attempted to elude a deputy and became verbally uncooperative.

OPINION: 'Greatness comes from everywhere'

When it comes to immigration and refugees, presidents and Congress get to say, but mayors have to do.

Legals December 8th, 2016

On December 1, 2016 Coeur d'Alene School District 271 entered into a contract with TESH, Inc., in the amount of $29,600 for special education services. LEGAL 6691 DEC 8, 2016

AT COLLEGE: Thursday, Dec. 8, 2016

Madi Farrell

Family's first Idaho Christmas looking sparse

With Christmas only two and a half weeks away, a single mother of four is scrambling to provide a decent Christmas for her children.

PIGSKIN PROGNOSTICATORS: Coaches issue - and accept - challenges

When you look at Page B5 today, you’ll immediately note that Ryan Davis is in first place, Mark Koerner’s in second, Blaine Bennett has surged into third place and nagging at Blaine’s heels is Steve Griffitts.

Study: Drowsy drivers behave like drunk drivers

Just two hours of missed sleep can impair driving performance as severely as alcohol

Inadequate sleep can be as deadly as a night of heavy drinking, according to a new AAA study.

BOWLING SCORES: Thursday, Dec. 8, 2016

MEN

IDAHO PREP GIRLS BASKETBALL MEDIA POLL

Week 1

Lorraine B. Palmieri, 92

Lorraine B. Palmieri, 92, of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, passed away Dec. 3, 2016, in Coeur d’Alene. Lorraine was born on Nov. 15, 1924, in Sacramento, Calif. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother.

Winton Elementary holds Pearl Harbor Day presentation

Jim Shepperd has been attending the Winton Elementary Pearl Harbor Day presentation for as long as he can remember. The World War II Navy veteran didn’t attend school at Winton himself, but his mother-in-law and his kids did.

PREP ROUNDUP: Lake City pins down sweep

• WRESTLING

Elmer Sidney Tillotson, 90

Elmer Sidney Tillotson, 90, of Post Falls, Idaho, passed away Dec. 5, 2016, at his home. Elmer was born Oct. 5, 1926, in Everson, Wash., to Sidney and Jessie (Thallheimer) Tillotson.

Last push for Jingle Books

There is one day left to donate a new or gently used children’s book to the 2016 Jingle Books campaign.

Lack of lowered flags raises concern

Some locations observed not following protocol for Pearl Harbor Day

The number of flags that were not at half-staff Wednesday in recognition of National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day made Traci Brooks sick to her stomach.

THE FRONT ROW WITH MARK NELKE: Thursday, Dec. 8, 2016

Petrino back to tradition of bowls

Remember, it was only two years ago when the Vandal faithful wondered if Paul Petrino was the right football coach for the University of Idaho.

Coeur d'Aleers to perform free concert Saturday

The 3Cs Coeur d’Aleers’ 24th annual free holiday concert, “The Voices of Christmas,” will be performed Saturday, Dec. 10 at 7 p.m. at the Lutheran Church of the Master, 4800 Ramsey Road, Coeur d’Alene. The 44-member chorus along with a handbell choir as guest performers will present some past favorites and some new surprises as they usher in the season with song.

Here comes the snow

It’s time to break out the window scrapers, boots and shovels.

Petrino, Coleman, Rehkow among honored Vandals

Idaho football coach Paul Petrino, who led the Vandals to one of the most dramatic turnarounds in the nation over the past four seasons, was voted the Sun Belt Conference Coach of the Year, while junior defensive tackle Aikeem Coleman and senior kicker/punter Austin Rehkow share the spotlight with him.

Montana man takes up legendary relative's gun making

Surprise legacy

Distant relative of a legendary gun maker takes up ancestor's craft

Teacher evaluations flunk audit

99 percent were incomplete or out of line with state law

Nearly every Idaho public school teacher evaluation reviewed by an independent auditing firm failed to meet state guidelines.

More economic growth expected

Economist speaks to Cd’A Chamber of Commerce members

COEUR d'ALENE — Uncertainty has spread with the election of Donald Trump, but economist John Mitchell doesn't believe that will slow the economy in 2017.

Post Falls Candy Cane Run tonight

POST FALLS — Santa and Kootenai County Fire and Rescue employees will be making their annual Candy Cane Run in Post Falls from 6 to 9 tonight, handing out candy canes to kids, spreading Christmas cheer and collecting donations for Toys for Tots, the Post Falls Food Bank and The Press Christmas for All.

Toys for Tots seeks volunteers

The Marine Corps League Pappy Boyington Detachment is seeking new volunteers for the Toys for Tots campaign in Kootenai County.

Harriett Fern (Hattie) Hamilton, 98

Harriett Hamilton passed away on Nov. 29, 2016, in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. After a hospitalization early in September and a period of rehabilitation, she moved to Renaissance Assisted Living where she lived until her death. She received great care for the few weeks she resided there, especially her last few days.

Legals December 7th, 2016

Charter Communications makes certain changes from time to time in the services that we offer in order to better serve our customers. The following changes are planned: The programmer has announced that as of January 6, 2017 it will discontinue Northwest Cable News. As a result, it will be removed from the lineup and no longer be available. On or around January 6, 2017, RFD-TV will be added to Variety Pass on channel 297. It will also remain in Digi Tier 1 / Silver and HD Pass. LEGAL 6685 DEC 7, 2016

Economy will roar - or not

In the eyes of people who voted for Donald Trump, the economic future of the U.S., Idaho and Coeur d’Alene could hardly look brighter.

THE FRONT ROW WITH JASON ELLIOTT: Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2016

From scratch to the verge of some good

Almost three years to the day of his move from Boise State to Washington, football coach Chris Petersen has the Huskies just one win from the national title game.

Fahringer to be inducted into Inland Northwest Hall of Fame

Balancing safety, community growth

Airport manager to brief officials on ITD land use guide updates

Star player truly a wanted man

BERMS: Unbeatable foes

As winter comes I was thinking of previous letters about plowing and berms left at the end of our driveways. Mr. Koch should feel fortunate that he lives where he does. I also live in Coeur d’Alene, in the Fernan School area. We are plowed in with large berms across our driveways. My neighbor and I both have health issues that make shoveling these berms difficult.

Mindful eating

Mindful eating is the idea based on Buddhist principles of intuition. The main goal is to reconnect with physical cues surrounding eating, rather than emotional cues. Physical cues are also known as hunger cues: feelings of hunger, fullness, and feeling neutral. Eating behaviors, mealtime environments, and eating attitudes can have a greater influence on what you eat than you may think. Eating mindfully is practiced by savoring, exploring the senses, and consuming foods with a conscious intention to reach fullness. Using all your senses includes sight, smell, hearing, taste, and touch. To eat mindfully it is paramount to focus on a single task. Eat slowly and focus your attention on food.

Challenge your palate

There is our oft noted whole big world of wine out there. While we all have our favorites those go to bottles that we like on a regular basis our fun has many times come when we challenge our own palates, this is when we find new favorites and also a chance to reinforce those varietals, producers, regions or vintages we are less fond of. For us and frankly every wine professional, we need to do this it is our job. For wine consumers though it is a good idea but clearly falls short of a requirement.

In need of a good job

Income instability is a reality for this stepdad.

IDAHO PREP BOYS BASKETBALL MEDIA POLL

ELECTION: Our next step

Dear Fellow Citizens:

TRUMP: Presidential rejection

I do not accept Donald Trump and will never call him president. Even though Comey and the Russians helped him get elected by our country’s 18th century rules (come on, people, Hillary won by more than 2.5 million people votes). Plus, I do not respect bigots, fascists, liars and especially sexual predators who think they can “get away with anything because of money and power” (Trump’s own words). I hope the 12 women he sexually assaulted file a class action criminal complaint against him; I’m sure there are a lot of lawyers that will take the case pro-bono.

Soldier's warnings relay pain and wisdom today

ELECTION: Real deplorables

I’m getting a real kick out of seeing and listening to all of these sobbing, sniveling and whining liberal losers in the Democratic Party, the media, Hollywood and in the streets who are having a meltdown over Nurse Ratchet’s loss. Not to mention the poor grieving high school and college kids who are getting time off from class and tests postponed because they are so distraught. What a bunch of wimps. You never saw such a DEPLORABLE response from conservatives when Obama was elected and re-elected and you would not be seeing such a DEPLORABLE response now if Hillary had been elected. What you are seeing is the response of today’s deranged, unhinged PATHETIC liberals.

Harlocker viewed Japanese raid from rooftop

Attacks changed life on island for years

STORIES: Tales of courage

I suppose the election coverage might have had people’s minds on other things or I missed seeing responses to the women who shared their breast cancer stories in The Press throughout November.

North Idaho Housing Coalition distributes $20K to nonprofits

Four local nonprofits received $5,000 each Tuesday from the North Idaho Housing Coalition.

Roy Oscar Shaffer, 69

Roy Oscar Shaffer, 69, passed away peacefully in his home in Rathdrum, Idaho, from COPD. He was born Sept. 19, 1947, in Alderson, W.Va., the son of Roy Herbert and Ethel Mae (Richmond) Shaffer.

Riley and Tristin Phelps

Riley Phelps and Tristin Phelps passed away November 2016 from this life into the loving arms of the Lord. Riley was born Oct. 18, 2013, and Tristin was born June 20, 2015.

Hour of Code, hackathon is Friday at Gizmo-CDA

The University of Idaho Coeur d’Alene is partnering with Gizmo-CDA and the Innovation Collective to get local children interested in learning about computer coding and technology.

Sheriff's Log

YOUTH SPORTS: Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2016

Basketball, bowling and more

A LOVE POEM

There aren’t enough words in our language,

PARK: Nightmare awaits

We are writing in regard to a proposal that we heard about last week. It is being proposed that a 500-acre motor event park be built on public land off Tweet and Good Hope in Athol. We live just a short distance from here on 25 acres. We bought in this area two years ago to have peace, quiet and wildlife near our home. If this proposal goes through, we will lose out on all of this. There are many homes in this area and I don’t know of anyone who would enjoy hearing motor events this close to our homes. This would cause a lot of noise, traffic and destruction to our area. The wildlife would never return and we would lose our serenity that we enjoy and paid for.

Acupuncture and back pain

Back pain is one of the most common health conditions. It has been reported that 80 percent of the population will experience back pain some time in their life. Until fairly recently, it was the number one reason why people sought acupuncture treatments for relief (now the majority of people seeking acupuncture recognize its benefits in treating pain from nearly every cause, digestive disorders, immune disorders, hormonal imbalances, fatigue, etc.).

House of campaign finance needs cleaning

Idaho wields a dull blade when it comes to fending off campaign finance violators.

Remembering Linda True

Linda True, 67 (May 9, 1949 – Nov. 30, 2016) went to be with the Lord after a valiant two-and-a-half-year battle with cancer on Nov. 30, 2016, in Lake Oswego, Ore., with her husband and children by her side. Born in San Diego, Calif., to Robert and Carolyn Williams, Linda was the oldest of six children.

PREP BASKETBALL: Post Falls boys, girls romp past East Valley

HISTORY: Don't miss it

I suggest the American people better go to their libraries and turn to the history of Hitler’s rise to power in Nazi Germany in the ’30s.

Ann Benjamin, 87

Ann Benjamin, 87, peacefully passed away Sunday, Dec. 4, 2016, while surrounded by family. Born Anna Mae Carns on April 12, 1929, in Harrison, Idaho, she grew up in Carlin Bay on Lake Coeur d’Alene. She attended Upper Carlin School, a one-room school house and graduated from Harrison High School in 1947. Her parents were Iva (Hollingsworth) and James Carns of Carlin Bay.

Remembering brothers who served on the USS Arizona

The events of the past few minutes coursed through John Anderson’s mind like the hellish nightmare that it was. He had been assigned to set up chairs on the ship’s main deck for the Sunday morning worship service. His brother, Jake, and many others were still sound asleep below deck on a serene Sunday morning at Pearl Harbor.

Monte Miller: He's always gone up in Coeur d'Alene

Cd'A Inn receives Best Western Chairman's Award

The Best Western Plus Coeur d’Alene Inn has received the Best Western Chairman’s Award, the hotel chain’s highest honor for outstanding quality standards.

Sheriff Ben Wolfinger to speak to League of Women Voters

Sheriff Ben Wolfinger will visit the next meeting of the Kootenai County League of Women Voters, to discuss public safety.

Winter storm could hit Thursday

Do you want to build a snowman? You can this weekend!

Felony warrants issued for Busby

The North Idaho Violent Crimes Task Force is seeking information leading to the apprehension of

12 Days of Christmas

FA LA LA and HO HO HO, ‘Tis the season for great joy, right? Not stress, presents, no working out, money talks and families fussing. How should we spend this Holiday season? I say the twelve days of Christmas need to be easier not more complicated. Tailored to your families' needs and not some idea cooked up online or in a magazine. I mean I like Norman Rockwell, Carl Larsson, Thomas Kincaid, and Greg Olsen's beautiful Christmas pictures and the feelings they evoke but not the guilt and pressure that might come with it. You see the ultimate holidays was meant to bring families and friends together, not with the pressure of perfection but with the pleasure of the moments shared. It isn't about the house being perfect, the lights outside, the decorations and the food. Although I sure like all that, but it is about the laughter, the joy and the memories created that will fuel us through the next year. So let's get you moving and add some mind body health to our lives.

75 YEARS LATER

Pearl Harbor hero recalls fire and fury

Idaho's Christmas tree graces the Capitol

In November, sisters Patricia and Marion Richardson, along with hundreds of onlookers, had a grand time when Idaho’s Capitol Christmas Tree stopped in Coeur d’Alene enroute to D.C. This past week the pair were visiting family in our nation’s capitol and had the opportunity to see the 80-foot-tall spruce all set up and ready for the official lighting. Patricia said it weathered the cross-country trip well and looked wonderful on the west lawn of the U.S. Capitol.

NORTHWEST NOTES: Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2016

Records

Winter sports injury prevention

As we head into winter, we begin to look forward to enjoying the benefit of living in the Northwest. With every snow fall, I begin to count the days till I can enjoy the outdoors which include activities like snowshoeing, skiing, and sledding with the kids. These common winter sports can lead to injuries that include sprains, strains, dislocations, and fractures. Many of these injuries happen at the end of the day, when people overexert themselves to finish that one last run before the day's end. A majority of these injuries can easily be prevented if participants prepare for their sport by keeping in good physical condition, staying alert, and stopping when they are tired or in pain.

'Stand Up Speak Up' on cellphone use by kids

The world is turning upside-down. Six-year-olds bring cellphones to school to keep in contact with family and friends. Eight-year-olds are calling mom complaining of an upset tummy while hiding in the bathroom and beg to be picked up and taken home from school. A 7-year-old calls dad on her wristwatch phone asking for Halloween candy to accompany her lunch. Why do children need to be connected constantly?

Records Dec. 8

DIVORCES FILED

Legals December 6th, 2016

NOTICE OF SALE OF ABANDONED VEHICLE Registered/ Legal lien Holders: JOSHUA WASHINGTON 5016 N 43RD ST TACOMA, WA 98407 THAT ON THE 19TH OF DECEMBER, 2016, AT 2:00 PM, THE COEUR D'ALENE POLICE DEPARTMENT, 3818 SCHREIBER WAY,COEUR D'ALENE,KOOTENAI COUNTY, IDAHO, WILL SELL TO THE HIGHEST BIDDERFOR CASH,IN LAWFUL MONEY OF THE UNITED STATES, AT THE TIME OF THE SALE, THE FOLLOWING PROPERTY WHICH IS LOCATED AT AND DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: YEAR: 2003 MAKE:CADILLAC MODEL: DEVILLE VIN: 1G6KF57923U187749 STORED AT: SCHAFFERS TOWING, 625 W DALTON AVE, COEUR D'ALENE, ID 83815 LIEN AMOUNT: $2,225.00 TOWING & STORAGE CHARGES THIS SALE WILL BE MADE TO SATISFY LIENS, WHICH WERE INCURRED AS A RESULT OF TOWING AND STORAGEOF THE ABOVE DESCRIBED VEHICLE. MINIMUM IS THE LIEN AMOUNT. SEALED BIDS WILL BE ACCEPTED AT THE COEUR D'ALENE POLICE DEPARTMENT, 3818 SCHREIBER WAY, COEUR D'ALENE, IDAHO, 83815 UNTIL 2:00 PM, ON THE 19TH DAY OF DECEMBER 2016. BIDS WILL BE OPENED AT THAT TIME AND THE HIGHEST BIDDER NOTIFIED. DATED THIS 21ST DAY OF NOVEMBER, 2016 AGENCY: COEUR D'ALENE POLICE DEPARTMENT 3818 SCHREIBER WAY COEUR D'ALENE, ID 83815 CITY: COEUR D'ALENE, IDAHO BY: SM SUPPORT SERVICES LEGAL 6675 DEC 6, 13, 2016

Words of wisdom from another old white guy

Carrie: How does it feel to turn 80 years old last weekend?

Meetings to focus on Cd'A Basin restoration

A draft plan to restore natural resources in the Coeur d’Alene Basin will be the topic of community meetings being hosted this week by the Restoration Partnership.

James Fredrick Rivette, 87

James went to be with our Lord on Friday, Dec. 2, 2016, after a long and painful illness. He was born on July 10, 1929, in Chicago, Ill.

There is such a thing as absolute truth

Periodically I am asked why I keep voicing my opinions in letters to the editor. The simple answer is I feel compelled to offer hope to those who are seeking political and/or religious answers to life’s uncertainties.

THE FRONT ROW: Verne says bye, y'all

The only drama surrounding last Saturday’s Southeastern Conference title game came immediately after the final whistle.

After 65 years, siblings reunited

Dispatcher, deputy help woman clear final hurdle in quest to find brother

Teresa Norene Bazil (Temple), 57

Teresa Norene Bazil (Temple), 57, entered into the gates of Heaven in the early morning hours of Nov. 30, 2016, in Post Falls, Idaho, at home with her family by her side. Her courageous spirit and strong will was second to none which allowed her to enjoy one last early Christmas with her family. She was born in Alva, Okla., on Sept. 30, 1959, to Darrell and Phyllis Temple.

Parking 'scofflaws' may get the boot

Coeur d’Alene has collected $20,000 in fines in last three weeks

Dancers have a holiday ball

More than 300 attended sixth annual event at Skate Plaza

LCHS teacher resigns

A Lake City High School science teacher whose chiropractic license was revoked in 2004 for professional misconduct has resigned.

Cd'A School Board decides levy amount

The Coeur d’Alene School Board unanimously decided to run a $32 million supplemental levy next March.

Hangover Handicap is Jan. 1

Start that New Year’s resolution right off the bat at the 40th annual Hangover Handicap run/walk Jan. 1.

Ready, set, BID!

15th annual Newspapers in Education Silent Auction starts now

Prepare for some great deals and get your bidding finger on the trigger. The Coeur d'Alene/Post Falls Press' 15th annual Newspapers in Education Silent Auction opens today.

GALLERY: Best Photos of November 2016

Legals December 5th, 2016

NOTICE TO CREDITORS CASE NO. CV 2016-7830 IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF THE STATE OF IDAHO, IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF KOOTENAI IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: CHRISTOPHER LUKE NIESCHULZ, DOD:9/13/16 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed personal representative of the above-named decedents. All persons having claims against the decedents or the estate are required to present their claims within four (4) months after the date of the first publication of this Notice of said claims will be forever barred. Claims must be presented to the undersigned at the address indicated, and filed with the Clerk of the Court. DATED this 27 day of October, 2016. GERALD NIESCHULZ Personal Representative c/o Virginia Robinson Attorneys Northwest, Inc. 1910 Northwest Blvd., Ste 200 Coeur d' Alene, ID 83814 LEGAL 6647 NOV 28, 2016 DEC 5, 12, 2016

Coeur Greens educates, donates

Local company focuses on providing fresh, sustainable produce year-round for Cd’A area

Prepare for spurts of rain and snow

Weather or Not

December is here and we’ve finally seen some snow after a relatively mild November. Cliff tells me that our snowless November in Coeur d’Alene has happened only seven times since 1895. However, Spokane International Airport picked up 3.3 inches of snow last month. It’s extremely unusual to see our neighbors to the west get measurable amounts of the white stuff while we just see traces.

Vandals to go bowling in Boise

Washington State, Boise State also learn bowl destinations

Young Marines set sights on trip of a lifetime

Three teens, leader to attend Pearl Harbor 75th anniversary events

NIC BASKETBALL: Card men 4th, women 3rd

Medical bills show no mercy

Christmas For All

A bad car wreck left one mom within inches of her life.

PREP BASKETBALL: T-wolves pull away from Moscow

- GIRLS

Clifford Joseph Mullen, 55

A Mass of Christian Burial for Clifford Joseph Mullen, 55, will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 6, 2016, at the Rose Creek Longhouse in Worley, Idaho. Rosary will be held at 7 p.m. today, Dec. 5, 2016, at the Rose Creek Longhouse in Worley. Father Robert Erickson, S. J. will officiate at the services and burial will follow at St. Michael’s Cemetery in Worley.

Greg McLean: If you can't beat the system, join it

Post Falls Police captain reflects on changes over past 25 years

KINDNESS: Just plumb nice

With all the trash talking and politics I would like to share a story of the kindness from a certain man. A few months ago my son was going to be able to come home for a few days after being stationed in South Korea. We had a plumbing issue and called our plumber who took time out of his busy schedule to resolve the problem. When I went to pay him, he would not accept any money; it was his gift to our serviceman. God bless and thank you Eric Clark, we will pass it on.

Get your doughnuts 24-hours a day

Business Bits

A majestic variety of old-school doughnuts, pastries and coffee-type beverages are available at Gross Donuts. The new business opened last week in the former Freedom Burrito location at 445 W. Cherry Lane (west of Highway 95 and north of Grocery Outlet).

DEMS: Some voted Republican

A one-time, hard and fast Democrat had this to say about the election:

Time to do some good

Press Christmas for All is all about you.

PREP WRESTLING: Lovett, Huber triumph in Sidney

SIDNEY, Mont. — Post Falls sophomore Ridge Lovett (113 pounds) and junior Braydon Huber (145) finished an unbeaten weekend with wins in the finals of the Sidney Eagle Invitational, helping the Trojans to a fifth-place finish on Saturday night.

Value in Cd'A's 'Almost Downtown'

Neighborhood of the Week

For many, downtown Coeur d’Alene is the center of the North Idaho universe — lake views and waterfront activities, a variety of restaurants and unique businesses, and home to one of the most celebrated Christmas displays in the entire country.

Symbol at sea

Veterans take in eagle watching on Lake Coeur d’Alene

SCHOOLS: Too many districts

We see local public schools are wanting to increase taxes again with more school levies. Idaho has 44 counties and 115 public school districts for 1.6 million state population; what a total rip-off to Idaho taxpayers! Having so many public school districts!

LEVY: Enough is enough

NO. You have gone back to the well too many times. The state of Idaho needs to take care of this within their tax base. School District 271 lets facilities sit idle, do land swaps, do not want to use alternatives, such as Hayden Canyon Charter School. You only want more and more to build your empire. Look at school bus actual usage; it’s a waste.

NIC BASKETBALL: Cardinal women overpowered in semis

THE FRONT ROW WITH MARK NELKE: Sunday, Dec. 4, 2016

Room with a view of college football

Saturday night, members of the College Football Playoff committee holed up in a room in Grapevine, Texas, to watch games before making their final decisions on which four teams would square off to determine the national champion.

Rochelle R. 'Shelley' Villanueva, 76

Rochelle R. “Shelley” Villanueva, of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, peacefully went to be with the Lord on Nov. 23, 2016. Shelley was born on Dec. 23, 1939, in Minneapolis, Minn.

Protect your worthy investment

We may have become complacent with milder than usual weather so far this year. This weekend’s weather serves as a reminder that it does get cold here and can stay cold for extended periods of time. You have made a huge investment in your real estate and you want to make sure to take good care of it. Some common-sense measures to protect buildings can easily be overlooked with recent mild weather leading to complacency among some.

The political impact on gun sales

Local store owners say business is steady — though many are also buying guns for sport, hobby reasons

TRUMP: Why we voted

I hope I speak for others of the silent, working majority who took time out of our busy days to go vote for Trump, perhaps after years of not voting. It had been 20 years for me and my husband.

HILLARY: It's her fault

Is there any wonder as to why Hillary didn’t win the election?

The importance of professionals

A woman received a phone call at work, letting her know that her daughter was very sick with a fever. She left the office and stopped by the pharmacy to get some medication, but when she got back to her car, she discovered that she’d locked her keys inside.

Legals December 3rd, 2016

NOTICE OF SALE OF ABANDONED VEHICLE Registered/ Legal lien Holders: ESTATE OF KAREN JACOBSEN 2462 W CANYON DR COEUR D' ALENE, ID 83815 THAT ON THE 12TH OF DECEMBER, 2016, AT 2:00 PM, THE COEUR D'ALENE POLICE DEPARTMENT, 3818 SCHREIBER WAY,COEUR D'ALENE,KOOTENAI COUNTY, IDAHO, WILL SELL TO THE HIGHEST BIDDERFOR CASH,IN LAWFUL MONEY OF THE UNITED STATES, AT THE TIME OF THE SALE, THE FOLLOWING PROPERTY WHICH IS LOCATED AT AND DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: YEAR: 2007 MAKE: CHRYSLER MODEL: PACIFICA VIN: 2A8GF68X97R148447 STORED AT: SCHAFFERS TOWING, 625 W DALTON AVE, COEUR D'ALENE, ID 83815 LIEN AMOUNT: $2,225.00 TOWING & STORAGE CHARGES THIS SALE WILL BE MADE TO SATISFY LIENS, WHICH WERE INCURRED AS A RESULT OF TOWING AND STORAGE OF THE ABOVE DESCRIBED VEHICLE. MINIMUM IS THE LIEN AMOUNT. SEALED BIDS WILL BE ACCEPTED AT THE COEUR D'ALENE POLICE DEPARTMENT, 3818 SCHREIBER WAY, COEUR D'ALENE, IDAHO, 83815 UNTIL 2:00 PM, ON THE 12TH DAY OF DECEMBER 2016. BIDS WILL BE OPENED AT THAT TIME AND THE HIGHEST BIDDER NOTIFIED. DATED THIS 12TH DAY OF NOVEMBER, 2016 AGENCY: COEUR D'ALENE POLICE DEPARTMENT 3818 SCHREIBER WAY COEUR D'ALENE, ID 83815 CITY: COEUR D'ALENE, IDAHO BY: SM SUPPORT SERVICES LEGAL 6633 NOVEMBER 26, 2016 DEC 3, 2016

Twelve Days' mystery solved

It’s an appealing idea — ascribing hidden religious meaning to the ostensibly secular tune, “The 12 Days of Christmas.” The song marks the 12 days between Christmas and Jan. 6 — the Epiphany, a closer estimate of the date of Christ’s birth and a major feast day since the Middle Ages.

Idaho low in identity theft

Every generation probably believes it lives in insecure times, but never has that insecurity encompassed so many platforms. The conveniences of electronic life come with a cost: Identify theft.

Feeling lonely? Then go shopping!

In all this holiday rush to fill gift lists and stock the pantry, it’s too easy to forget the point of shopping: people. Shopping is not merely a list of items to tick off the day’s agenda. For some, especially those elderly, retired, or living alone, it’s a social connection.

EWU opens FCS playoffs today

CHENEY — The team that plays its games at “The Stripes” gets to play at its distant relative, “The Inferno.”

Leasing the gift of music

Knickerbocker Foundation helps provide band instruments to students

When it came time to pick classes for his first year of middle school, Chris Maxwell decided he wanted to try band. He was inspired by his family: his grandma, great-grandma and some of his uncles are all musicians.

Amador, Malek announce appointments

Newly-elected state Rep. Paul Amador, R-Coeur d’Alene, and third-term Rep. Luke Malek, R-Coeur d’Alene, announced their committee assignments for the upcoming legislative session in January.

THE FRONT ROW WITH JASON ELLIOTT: Saturday, Dec. 3, 2016

Small town, but quite a big victory

It’s no secret really that small communities rally around their schools.

Food drive this weekend

Your kids can help feed hungry neighbors and the homeless, too.

Living in a 'post-truth' world

Personal beliefs can influence how people process information

COEUR d'ALENE — Michelle Lippert said Oxford Dictionaries selected "post-truth," a word describing circumstances where objective facts are less influential than emotion and personal belief, as 2016's international word of the year.

NIC ROUNDUP: Cards hold on in opener

• WOMEN’S BASKETBALL

Ex-Vandal returns as visiting coach

After starring at Gonzaga Prep in Spokane, Tim Lappano went on to play running back at Idaho, graduating in 1983, returned as an assistant coach in 1984 and ’85, and went on to make several stops as an assistant coach in college and in the NFL.

Cd'A Fire hosts healthy holiday food drive

Santa Claus is making an early visit today to Coeur d’Alene Fire Station No. 3.

A lot of people, a lot of problems

One family is struggling under the weight of extra people in the household and serious medical problems.

Need a ride? Bus plan in the works

COEUR d'ALENE — Kootenai County is opening the bus doors to better serving senior citizens and those with disabilities.

Are fitness regimens safe for people with physical limitations?

A few years ago, I was asked to address which exercise programs were best suited for people with special needs. There are a number of reasons why someone may find themselves needing a custom or modified fitness program to accommodate health related limitations. When it comes to fitness and exercise, people with special circumstances or special needs almost always require a more customized approach to setting up an exercise program to fit their goals and limits.

Study shows plight of working poor

St. Pius X soup kitchen: 29 years of combating hunger

COEUR d’ALENE — It wasn't long ago that Todd Tyler remembers waiting to cash a check from a temporary employment agency and feeling about as low as a father and husband can feel.

Shooting suspect heads back to court

COEUR d'ALENE — After a failed attempt at mediation, and almost two months of inactivity, a Coeur d'Alene man accused of shooting a pastor multiple times will be back in Kootenai County District Court this month.

A comfortable winter

We’ve come a long way from the days of heavy winter coats and layers upon layers, meant to keep Jack Frost’s nip away from your nose.

'The gift of literacy'

Donors have one week left to help Jingle Books

With one week left in the Jingle Books campaign, organizers said they are two-thirds of the way to their goal of getting 40,000 new or gently used children’s books.

Wastewater superintendent retiring

Sid Fredrickson has worked for Coeur d’Alene for 30 years

COEUR d’ALENE — After 30 years with the city of Coeur d’Alene, Wastewater Superintendent Sid Fredrickson will retire at the end of 2016.

PREP ROUNDUP: Timberlake outmuscles Gonzaga Prep

• GIRLS BASKETBALL

Legals December 2nd, 2016

OHIO MATCH ROAD WATER DISTRICT Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year Ending December 31, 2017 INCOME: Water Revenue $40.00 @ 97 Shares $46,560.00 Overage Income 5,000.00 New Shares 3,750.00 Estimated Interest 25.00 Other Income 1,500.00 Total Estimated Income $56,835.00 EXPENSES : Salaries $23,000.00 Salaries Taxes, (District's Share) 2,400.00 Utilities 9,200.00 Office Expenses 2,900.00 Interest 2,000 .00 System Repair and Maintenance 5,000.00 Capital Improvements 3,000.00 Legal, Accountant, and Audit Fees 1,000.00 Advertising and Recording Fees 200.00 Insurance 2,000.00 Water Quality Tests 1,000.00 Taxes 500.00 Total Estimated Expenses $52,200.00 Budget Hearing December 14, 2016 At 7:00p.m. At The Home Of Karenia Twidt's 19650 N Cottagewood Lane Rathdrum, Idaho 83858 Leslie Duncan, President of the Board of Directors Wendy Norvell, SecretaryTreasurer LEGAL 6644 DEC 2, 2016

PREP ROUNDUP: Pfennigs sparks Post Falls in opener

• BOYS BASKETBALL

NORTHWEST NOTES: Friday, Dec. 2, 2016

Hagen takes over as

NIC WRESTLING: Cards top No. 4 team in NJCAA

LAS VEGAS — Jeremy Merryweather (197 pounds) and Bryson Beard (133) picked up key decisions for the North Idaho College wrestling team in a 26-18 win over the Western Wyoming Mustangs, the fourth-ranked team in the NJCAA, on Thursday at the Las Vegas Convention Center.

Kids offer presidential advice

The week after the general election, Kid Scoop writers were asked to send in their thoughts form the "Tell What the New President Should Do for Kids" assignment.

Here comes some cold

To rain or to snow? That’s the question this weekend.

NIC settles lawsuit with former student who claimed she was raped

A civil lawsuit filed against a former North Idaho College student who alleged she was gang-raped while intoxicated at an off-campus party in 2013 has been settled and dismissed.

Coffee stand connects kids and the Big Guy

COEUR d'ALENE — A local coffee stand is giving kids a direct line of communication with the North Pole.

Cd'A Records

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The essays we believe in

Carolin Coad’s seventh-grade English class at North Idaho Christian School won big Thursday.

Sing holiday songs with Mudgy and Santa

COEUR d’ALENE — Families are invited to get in the holiday spirit with Mudgy Moose and Millie Mouse.

Fair Trade Fair this weekend at Trinity Lutheran Church

COEUR d’ALENE — Shoppers can add some cultural variety to their gift lists this weekend at the 12th annual Fair Trade Fair at Trinity Lutheran Church.

AAA survey: Most drivers leery of repair shops

Aging vehicle fleet, generational differences put a premium on trusted mechanics

A penchant for pottery

‘Dying art’ very much alive in her hands

COEUR d’ALENE — In the wee hours of the morning, before the rest of the world is awake, Bonnie Crain is hard at work at her potter's wheel.

Sweet Adelines Christmas concert in Coeur d'Alene

The Coeur d’Alene Sweet Adelines will perform a Victorian-style holiday concert Monday at Coeur d’Alene Assembly of God.

30 days of bad Christmas movies - Days 1-9

Every December I watch the classics: “It’s a Wonderful Life,” “A Christmas Story,” etc.

NEWS: Tell whole story

Simply a comment referring to recent articles about fake news. Sunday’s paper continued this subject with their article Living In Bubbles, along with Sholeh Patrick’s column, all concerning news gathered on Facebook or other websites. Sunday’s paper in the WORLD/NATION by Associated Press an article “West Bank settlement evacuated in 5th day of Israeli fires.” That article gave the truth, however; is it really the truth if part of the story is left out (I believe to be a deliberate choice)? Paragraph three: They got a major boost Saturday with the arrival from the United States of the Boeing 747-400 “Supertanker,” the world’s largest fire-fighting aircraft…

THANKS: From Honor Flight

The Oct. 8, fifth annual Inland Northwest Honor Flight Fundraiser was a success, despite a few accidental setbacks during the evening. You needed to be there to understand. The reservation computer program crashed that afternoon, which, when supposedly fixed, separated husbands from wives, and couples hoping to share a table with former friends ended up making new friends, and some attendees were even assigned to tables that didn’t exist. Problems ricocheted from there. But, most attendees said they had a wonderful time and took it all in stride.

CAMERON COLUMN: Silly things don't matter

Maybe those Redoubters safe in their rural retreats have the right idea.

DAMS: Breaching bad idea

Thanks so much for the article by Chris Carlson about the dams. I can’t believe we are still talking about this.

Carousel holdup can't stop spring opening

COEUR d'ALENE — Although a wet fall stalled progress on the construction of the carousel in Coeur d'Alene, things are still on track for a spring opening.

Crucible to thrust onto Charter Academy stage

Arthur Miller’s classic “The Crucible” will be performed at Coeur d’Alene Charter Academy Thursday, Dec. 8 through Saturday, Dec. 10.

Cohn to perform at Timber Gastro Pub

Songstress Jill Cohn will make a stop in Post Falls on her tour promoting her 2015 release, “Heartstrings Touching Ground.”

CFA applicants share their hardships

The Kootenai County residents in need who ask Press Christmas for All for holiday help are asked, when they fill out their applications, to describe their situations and explain why they need assistance this Christmas season.

ELECTION: All together, now

I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to The REPUBLIC for which it stands, one nation, Under God, Indivisible With liberty and justice for all.

Mamas making holiday splash in Texas

Coeur d’Alene’s nationally known Red Hot Mamas are in Dallas helping with a benefit for the Children’s Health System.

NFL: What a turkey

I think I celebrated a Thanksgiving tradition for the last time. Watching the NFL.

Great Bear Rainforest to be discussed at library

COEUR d’ALENE — A nine-day kayaking trip in the Great Bear rainforest in British Columbia will be the subject of a Novel Destinations program Saturday, Dec. 10, at 7 p.m. at the Coeur d’Alene Public Library.

POEM: Help wanted

Yes they’re tattered and raggy with a month’s show of dirt

US Bank donates $88,942 to United Way

US Bank and its local employees participated in United Way of North Idaho’s workplace giving campaign — and they gave in a big way.

CLIMATE: More questions

I read with interest Syd Albright’s article about the Missoula Flood (Nov. 20). I then wondered who we could blame for the climate change that brought about the melting of the Cordilleran Ice Sheet and the ice dam of Glacial Lake Missoula, the resulting catastrophic flood and the end of the most recent Ice Age?

Neil McCormack, 80

Martin Neil McCormack, known as Neil to his family and friends, passed away quietly on Monday, Nov. 21, 2016, in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. He was born March 22, 1936, in San Diego, Calif., to Lena Lois Freiske and was raised in Southern California.

CENTER: Crises averted

In late 2015, the Northern Idaho Crisis Center opened its doors in Coeur d’Alene, providing hundreds of adults in Idaho’s 10 northern counties immediate, effective help with behavioral health or substance abuse issues. In the first quarter of 2016, the center estimates that it has saved the region more than $404,000 by keeping its clients out of hospitals or jails. Imagine that multiplied throughout the year and the state.

Booth pleads not guilty

Court testimony confirms Booth connected to kidnapping, murder

COEUR d'ALENE — Justin Roy Booth pleaded not guilty at his arraignment in U.S. District Court Thursday for unlawful possession of a firearm.

Elks Lodge to offer alcohol serving course

The Coeur d'Alene Elks Lodge is offering a training course for bartenders designed to reduce organizational and individual risk when serving alcohol.

Souza headed to JFAC

BOISE — State Sen. Mary Souza, a Republican from Coeur d’Alene, is being assigned to the powerful Joint Finance-Appropriations Committee.

Records Dec. 3

DIVORCES GRANTED

Sheriff Loggg

The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office received 90 calls for service between 6 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 1, and 5:59 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 2

Fat bike demo day is Sunday

Local bike shops Bicycle Sales and Service and Vertical Earth are kicking off the winter season with a fun family bike ride experience.

Child porn suspect arrested in Cd'A

Attorney General Lawrence Wasden announced investigators with his Idaho Internet Crimes Against Children Unit arrested a Coeur d’Alene man early Thursday for possession of child pornography.

Legals December 1st, 2016

SUMMONS CASE NO. CV 2016-8055 IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF THE STATE OF IDAHO, IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF KOOTENAI CAREY PARKER JONES, Plaintiff, v. SARAH LYNN JONES, Defendant. NOTICE: YOU HAVE BEEN SUED BY THE ABOVE-NAMED PLAINTIFF. THE COURT MAY ENTER JUDGEMENT AGAINST YOU WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE UNLESS YOU RESPOND WITHIN TWENTY (20) DAYS. READ THE INFORMATION BELOW. TO: SARAH LYNN JONES YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that in order to defend this lawsuit, an appropriate written response must be filed with the above designated court within twenty (20) days after service of this Summons on you. If you fail to so respond, the court may enter judgement against you as demanded by the Plaintiff in the Complaint. A copy of the Complaint is served with this Summons. If you wish to seek the advice or representation of an attorney in this matter, you should do so promptly so that your written response, if any, may be filed in time and other legal rights protected. An appropriate written response requires compliance with Rule 10(a)(1) and other Idaho Rules of Civil Procedure and shall also include: 1. The title and number of this case. 2. If your response is an Response to the Petition, it must contain admission or denials of the separate allegations of the Petition and other defenses you may claim. 3. Your signature, mailing address and telephone number, or the signature, mailing address and telephone number of your attorney. 4. Proof of mailing or delivery of a copy of your response to Petitioner's attorney, as designated above. To determine whether you must pay a filing fee, contact the Clerk of the above-named court. The nature of the claim against you is as prayed in the Petition. DATED this 1 day of November, 2016 CLERK OF THE DISTRICT COURT JIM BRANNON By: /s/ Lisa Dixon Deputy Clerk LEGAL 6606 NOV 17, 24, 2016 DEC 1, 2016

Off-road idea could be a head-on crash

Some county officials and a whole bunch of off-road vehicle enthusiasts have their eye on a possible fuel-injected playground. But there’s a long way to go from here to there, and ultimately, the road might lead nowhere.

Cd'A seeks third-party manager for remodel

Will serve as construction manager, contractor

COEUR d'ALENE — The city of Coeur d'Alene will seek expertise and leadership from the private sector to accomplish a remodel of City Hall on time and within budget.

Cinder's treetop adventure

Twin Lakes Elementary students witness cat rescue

RATHDRUM — For four days, Twin Lakes Elementary School students and neighbors were looking up with concern.

A 'front door' to higher education

Joint Use Facility at NIC discussed by trustees

Plans for the long-expected Joint Use Facility between North Idaho College, Lewis Clark State College and the University of Idaho in Coeur d’Alene, are slowly becoming more concrete.

A calling, not a job

This is not a letter concerning any of the great social and political issues that confront us today. But it is an appeal for proper thinking and usage of words concerning the pastors of the Lord Jesus Christ who serve us and Him so faithfully.

Don't get pinched by a grinch this holiday season

Sheriff Ben Wolfinger is cautioning county residents about one of the less-appealing aspects of the holiday season.

Robbery suspect arrest details released

The Kootenai County Sheriff's Office on Wednesday released further details about Monday night's arrest of the suspect allegedly involved with the bankcda robbery in Hayden earlier that day.

HIV/AIDS on rise in Idaho

This shouldn’t be happening. Yet despite increased awareness and understanding of HIV/AIDS, Idaho’s numbers are rising — along with other sexually transmitted illnesses — in both men and women. We know how to prevent STIs; we simply aren’t. We can easily test for it (free today at NIAC), yet most don’t. Nor are we encouraged to by most healthcare providers, who are in the best position to do so.

IDFG sales, hunter reports back online

People once again can buy Idaho hunting and fishing licenses and tags online, but they will have to establish a user name and password to get entrance into the system.

Big game season setting meeting planned in Sandpoint

The Idaho Department of Fish and Game is starting to collect public input to develop big game hunting season proposals for 2017 and 2018. Big game seasons are now set for a two-year period, so the hunting seasons being developed will be for the next two years.

PIGSKIN PROGNOSTICATORS: Recount demanded, given - and punished

Nobody’s perfect. Not even officials monitoring the 2016 Coeur d’Alene Press All-Star Pigskin Prognosticators.

Cd'A Records

DIVORCES GRANTED

THE FRONT ROW WITH MARK NELKE: Thursday, Dec. 1, 2016

Making a choice for love of the game

From as far back as his middle school days, Joey Naccarato has wanted to play college basketball at the highest level.

Sheriff's Log

The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office received 77 calls for service between 6 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 29, and 5:59 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 30

PREP GIRLS BASKETBALL: Kootenai rolls in NSL opener

HARRISON FLATS — Aspen Green and Paxton Dotson scored 10 points each as the Kootenai Warriors raced out to an 18-4 lead after the first quarter, beating the Mullan Tigers 45-20 in the North Star League opener for both schools on Wednesday.

Lettuce learn about vertical farming

Don't leaf your kids at home for event this weekend

The Coeur d’Alene Press is teaming up with Coeur Greens this weekend to raise donations for the Community Action Partnership Food Bank and to bring awareness to the importance of fresh, local food.

Prowler reported near Lake City High School

Coeur d’Alene police are urging residents to secure their homes after a prowler gave a homeowner a scare Tuesday morning.

Report triggers widespread lockdown

Bus driver saw a man with a rifle

RATHDRUM — The report of a man with a rifle led to the lockdown of schools and other facilities in and around Rathdrum on Wednesday morning.

BOWLING SCORES: Thursday, Dec. 1, 2016

MEN

Daniel Crawford Perry, 93

Daniel Crawford Perry, Colonel, USAF (Retired), died Monday, Nov. 28, 2016, in Post Falls, Idaho. He was 93.

Rocky past, bad breakup haunt single dad

After housing paperwork fell through and the mother of his children sent him packing, one single dad is struggling to recover his life.

Dealing with loss during the holidays

Free Ceremony of Remembrance set for Saturday; Workshop starts in January

After Carla Schauer's son Abe died at 13 due to a rare disease, she learned a way to help work through the painful emotions and thoughts.

AT COLLEGE: Thursday, Dec. 1, 2016

Madi Farrell

Concert benefit for Post Falls Food Bank

Country singer/ songwriter Jeremy McComb, is partnering with friends Rick Huckaby, Luke Jaxon and more for his Seventh Annual Christmas Extravaganza taking place Saturday, Dec. 3 at Nashville North.

VANDAL NOTES: A first recruiting class to remember

Of the 20 players listed on Paul Petrino’s first recruiting class at Idaho in February 2013, four are seniors who didn’t redshirt, and who will play their final game in the Kibbie Dome on Saturday when the Vandals (7-4, 5-2 Sun Belt) play host to Georgia State (3-8, 2-5) in Idaho’s regular-season finale.

GALLERY: Eagle Aviary

Pedestrian dies following Tuesday night crash

COEUR d'ALENE — A Post Falls woman who was struck by a vehicle while walking Tuesday in Coeur d'Alene has died.

What do you think of Donald Trump's leadership picks so far?

NIC settles lawsuit with former student who claimed she was raped

A civil lawsuit filed against a former North Idaho College student who alleged she was gang-raped while intoxicated at an off-campus party in 2013 has been settled and dismissed.