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Legals November 29th, 2016

NOTICE OF ROAD EASEMENT VACATION and PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Kootenai County Board of Commissioners will conduct a public hearing at or after the hour of 9:00 a.m. on December 15, 2016 in the Kootenai County Administration Building, Boardroom, located at 451 Government Way, Coeur d'Alene, Idaho to consider the following: The application for a Road Vacation on Case No. VAC16-0002, by Barry and Suzanne Olson to vacate a strip of land 30.00 feet wide lying southwesterly of Lots 1 through 5, Block "B", Shaw's Hayden Highlands as recorded in Book "D" of Plats at Page 15, said 30.00 foot strip being shown as the 30.00 foot drive lying southwesterly of and adjoining said lots 1-5, Block "B" on said plat and further being shown on Record of Surveys in Book 27, Page 274 and lying in Government Lot1, Section 21, Township 51 North, Range 03, West, B. M., Kootenai County, Idaho. Comments on this application must be submitted by December 9, 2016. Information on this request may be obtained from the Kootenai County Community at 451 Government Way, P.O. Box 9000, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83816, (208) 446-1070. LEGAL 6599 NOV 15, 29, 2016

Project feedback sought

The public is invited to provide online feedback and comment on proposed public transportation projects throughout Idaho.

PREP GIRLS BASKETBALL: Schlader lead Royals past Wampus Cats

Mabelle Chapin, 89

Mabelle Chapin, 89, passed away Nov. 17, 2016, in Post Falls, Idaho, following a brief illness.

Tips for charitable giving

On the heels of Black Friday and Cyber Monday comes Giving Tuesday, a reminder to support local charities. Their oft-overlooked role in supporting communities fills the gaps between government and individual resources. Need has increased since the Recession, but so has giving; Americans donated a record high $373.25 billion in 2015, according to Giving USA’s annual report.

Mother strives to give son a merry Christmas

Medical issues, living in a remote location, the inability to work and a broken down car made it a tough year to make ends meet for one mom.

PREP BOYS BASKETBALL: High school boys hoop teams tip off seasons tonight

Five local high schools tip off their boys basketball seasons tonight.

Vernon D. 'Buzz' Ruggenberg, 89

Our loving God and Savior called our Dad, Vernon D. “Buzz” Ruggenberg, home on Nov. 16, 2016. Ralph Waldo Emerson said, “The purpose of life is not to be happy. It is to be useful, to be honorable, to be compassionate, to have it make some difference that you have lived and lived well.” That phrase perfectly describes our Dad.

Funds to bolster Defender's Office

Kootenai County receives $337,716 indigent defense grant

Carole Lynn Knowles Steele, 83

Carole Lynn Knowles Steele, 83, of Advance, N.C., went home to Our Lord on Nov. 24, 2016, Thanks-giving morning. Carole was born in Gunnison, Colo., on April 18, 1933, to James Merrill and Eunice Ellen Curtiss Knowles.

Blue Creek Bay bridge inspection to affect traffic through week's end

Hayden bankcda robbed

Cd'A man sentenced for child pornography

All-in on outdoors

New club offers students outings they may otherwise not experience

Hancock named new CEO of Benewah Medical Center

Leader has worked for the Tribe since 2005

Charles W. 'Chuck' Cadle, 79

Charles W. “Chuck” Cadle, 79, of Pullman, Wash., died Nov. 22, 2016, at his Pullman home. Charles was born Jan. 22, 1937, in Berkeley, Calif., to Lawrence and Olive (Schmidt) Cadle.

Cyber Monday transforms as shoppers are more connected

The Monday after Thanksgiving is still a time when millions of Americans pause to check out online deals and check off items from their gift list

Fort Ground battle ground

Records 11-29

THE FRONT ROW with Steve Cameron: U-Dub: In if they win!

Whenever you think college football can’t possibly get more screwed up...

Legals November 28th, 2016

STORAGE AUCTION NOTICE Notice is hereby given, pursuant to Idaho code 45-805, that on November 29, 2016 a PUBLIC AUCTION shall be held (to satisfy liens, recover unpaid rents and other charges) entire contents of UNIT #61 belonging to Shane Crill last known address 2983 W. Strawberry Lane Hayden ID 83835. Amount owing is $185 for three months past rent and late fees. ALSO Unit #98 belonging to Tamara Bunko at 2315 W Pellinore Way Post Falls ID 83854 Amount owing $185 for three months past rent and late fees. And UNIT #137 belonging to Casey Pitner at 141 Randolph Ave Pocatello ID. 83201 for 3 months rent and late fees Amount owing $310. Contents Household Sealed bids between 9:00 AM and 4:30PM on November 29, 2016. At A1 SELF STORAGE 20863 West Highway 53 Rathdrum ID. (208) 818-6165 (208)687-0145. LEGAL 6603 NOV 21, 28, 2016

WSU volleyball team earns NCAA bid

The 25th-ranked Washington State volleyball team received an at-large bid to the NCAA tournament Sunday.

Pins and patriotic pride at Pearl Harbor

Blazen Divas to participate in Pearl Harbor anniversary parade Dec. 7

Wearing blue jean overalls and her hair up in a red and white polka-dotted handkerchief, Marni Brunanski was a spitting image of Rosie the Riveter.

Veterans museum needs to move

Building’s lease terminated effective Dec. 31

THE FRONT ROW WITH MARK NELKE: Sunday, Nov. 27, 2016

One way to get Idaho, BSU back on the same field

With the Idaho Vandals assured of playing in a bowl game this year, talk will soon turn to who the Vandals’ opponent will be, and in what bowl.

NIC BASKETBALL: Cardinals hold off All-Star squad

Edmonton nips Chiefs in WHL play

COLLEGE FOOTBALL: It's catching on

THANKS: Falling for N. Idaho

To the customers entering the Mountain West Bank in Hayden on Prairie Avenue in the early afternoon of Nov. 23. I am a 91+ year-old newcomer to Idaho from Michigan and took a pretty hard fall in the lobby.

MEETINGS: A dam tragedy

I am greatly disappointed in the court-ordered information meetings currently being held by federal agencies regarding the future of the four lower Snake River dams. While attendance was high in both Spokane and Lewiston, Public turnout could have been higher if they were scheduled well after the presidential election and the holiday season.

Community Thanks November 27, 2016

I am writing to share about the gratitude expressed Nov. 19 at our Sons of Norway Thanksgiving Feast at the Jacklin Cultural & Arts Center where we gathered to share a turkey dinner, bringing items to donate to the food bank, Jingle Books and Toys for Tots. I am grateful for these contributions that will continue at our two December events also. As Cultural Director, I organized our program that day and wish to say thanks to the Coeur d’Alene Press for ideas I encountered in your pages which helped me develop several aspects of our program.

Winter may be the right time to list your home

Neighborhood of the Week

As the temperature drops and snow threatens, many home buyers and sellers think about punting their efforts to Spring 2017.

Charles James O'Malley III, 68

On Nov. 19, 2016, Chuck O’Malley passed away at Hospice of Spokane after a long battle with cancer. Chuck was born on Jan. 9, 1948, at Bethesda Naval Hospital in Long Beach, Calif., and lived in Havelock, N.C.; Quantico, Va.; Garden Grove, Santa Ana and Truckee, Calif.; Hayden Lake and Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, Anchorage, Alaska, Spokane and Liberty Lake, Wash. Chuck loved life and was happiest when around family and friends. Chuck enlisted in the Marine Corps after graduating from high school during the Vietnam War. He returned home to Coeur d’Alene, got his degree from North Idaho College and went to work for Hagadone Newspapers. He later moved to Alaska to work in the oilfields in construction management and spent the next 18 years working in Alaska, Louisiana, Canada and Russia. He retired to Liberty Lake, Wash., in 2007 to care for his 11-year-old son.

Sweet Lou's opens Monday in Parkside

Business Bits

Sweet Lou’s Restaurant and Tap House opens Monday in the Parkside Building at 601 Front Ave. downtown. The 3,600-square-foot place seats 200 with indoor and heated patio tables that look at McEuen Park, Tubbs Hill and Lake Cd’A. It housed The Grill From Ipanema before it moved to Riverstone.

Glitz, glam and giving

Festival of Trees Gala raises more than $285,000 for Kootenai Health

Service for a juvenile smile

If you’re looking for the real meaning of the season — some might go so far as to say the meaning of life — a 14-year-old gave you a hint on Thanksgiving Day.

TRUMP: Other priorities

We all want government to change and here are some ideas for President-elect Trump from my forgotten corner of the country. Change the focus and direction of the Hanford Nuclear Reservation cleanup in Washington state to one of action and accomplishment. It is behind schedule and a huge financial drain. Use the skating ring in New York as a model.

John C. 'Jack' Orr, 82

Jack passed peacefully from this life on Nov. 21, 2016, at North Idaho Advanced Care Hospital. His wife and children were by his side.

DISAGREE: It's OK, America

Liberty requires eternal vigilance, especially now. Americans are guaranteed the right to criticize our political leaders — a tradition that campaigner Trump embraced fully and with vulgarity. But now elected, he attacks those who question him.

TUESDAY: Gift of food

As a kid, the holidays were always a special time to look forward to. They marked a break from school, a time of travel to visit loved ones and enjoy home-cooked meals. This time of year it’s traditions that bring people together. Why not start a new tradition that will bring your family together around the values of caring, service and giving back?

Milestone Announcements November 27, 2016

NIC's Administrative Assistant program prepares students for the business world

For many students, going immediately from high school to college is the natural order of things. That wasn’t the case for LaCheale Linscott — at least, not right away. Maybe she’d go into real estate and work for her family’s business, she thought, but she wouldn’t jump straight into college.

LIVING IN BUBBLES

Are we increasingly afraid to seek other perspectives?

READING: The golden key

I very much did appreciate your editorial last Sunday. I think you hit the nail on the head. If a family reads to their children and helps them learn to read before they enter school then the child will do well in school no matter the type of school, public or private. Millions of dollars have been spent on studying schooling and hundreds of suggestions have been made, yet our schools seem to be stuck in a rut. I think partly because our emphasis has been on the wrong end of the schooling. We seem to concentrate more on high school because we know that if we can help a student perform better in high school we will see immediate results in overall test scores.

Trepidation over Trump

Like it or not, a licensed real estate broker will soon be in the White House as commander in chief. Since the election, there has been much speculation about the future of our country but recent developments provide some insight into the future of the housing market. Soon to be President Trump has set the nation on its ear and the reaction has been wide and varied. The stock market plunged, then rallied and bond rates rose, affecting mortgage interest rates which followed suit. Mortgage rates follow loosely the yield on the 10-year Treasury bond.

Don't give up on your dreams

December 6 is a historic day for dreamers. On this day in 1877, Thomas Edison recited “Mary Had a Little Lamb” into his phonograph invention and made the world’s first recording of a human voice.

Bill E. Willis, 92

Bill E. Willis, 92, passed away at the Hospice House in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, on Nov. 21, 2016.

Amy Leann (Jacobs) Secord, 35

On Nove. 18, 2016, at age 35, Amy passed away of respiratory failure at the Hospice House in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. Amy was born on April 8, 1981, in Coeur d’Alene to parents Larry and Mary (Smith) Jacobs. She graduated from Coeur d’Alene High School in 1999 and from North Idaho College in May 2005 with a technical degree for office assistant.

Let there be snow

Lookout and Silver open, Schweitzer to open Friday

Snow sport enthusiasts have something to smile about today because Lookout Pass Ski Area is scheduled to open for the season.

Many 500-year or 1,000-year floods reported this year

Weather or Not

It’s almost hard to believe, but areas that are currently reporting major drought conditions experienced massive flooding earlier this year. Normally, we see these huge 500-year or 1,000-year flood events less than once per year. For 2016, there have been nearly a dozen events, which indicates that our cycle of Wide Weather “Extremes” is still going strong with no signs of letting up anytime soon.

Legals November 26th, 2016

SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE NO. 409 The city of Athol, Kootenai County, Idaho, hereby gives notice of the adoption of Athol Ordinance No. 409, amending Title 3, adding a new Chapter 2 of the Athol City Code to enact a subsurface sewage management plan entered into by the City of Athol and the Panhandle Health District on December 16, 2015; providing severability; providing repeal of conflicting ordinances; and providing that the ordinance be effective upon the publication of this Summary. The full text of the summarized Ordinance 409 is available at Athol City Hall, 30355 N. 3rd St., Athol, Idaho in the office of the City Clerk. __ Lori Yarbrough, City Clerk LEGAL 6638 NOV 26, 2016

Heading out - with friends

Local women share their thoughts on staying active during Northwest winters

While our area is great for summer fun outdoors, for many who venture outside often when the sun is shining and the weather is perfect for short sleeves, more and more people are choosing to shun the indoors and remain active throughout the winter.

Skiing and snowboarding

Here we are, past Thanksgiving and our local weather forecasters are predicting a pretty good snow year for our mountains. Living in the Northwest gives us access to so many really great ski resorts within a five-hour drive. Many of you have already started thinking about getting your strength and conditioning firmed up so you can hit the slopes.

The fat bike threat to local wilderness

The article last week titled “Floating above it all” indeed signals broader bike toughness pedaling into serene Idaho wilderness while the bicycle shops recruit new riders for sales of fat bikes to go anywhere and in every condition.

Harry Dave Gardiner, 92

Harry Dave Gardiner, 92, was born Aug. 30, 1924, and went to be with his Lord Nov. 17, 2016. Dave, as he was called, was born in Newport, Wash., to Harry and Grace Gardiner. He lived in Newport most of his life before moving with his wife to Coeur d’Alene to be closer to two of their children.

Shopping early - extreme version

Sales prices entice people to leave home on Thanksgiving

COEUR d'ALENE — Tammi Garrett and Don Downey of Post Falls left their dirty Thanksgiving dishes on the counter, grabbed a bottle of apple cider and rushed over to Target in Coeur d'Alene Thursday evening.

Elynuik, Anderson-Dolan lead Chiefs in romp

SPOKANE — Hudson Elynuik and Jared Anderson-Dolan each recorded a hat trick on Friday night as the Spokane Chiefs routed the Vancouver Giants 10-1 in Western Hockey League action in front of 4,867 at Spokane Arena.

The trees are trimmed

Festival of Trees begins for the 28th time

The Festival of Trees began Friday evening, but before the doors opened, tree decorators hustled and bustled to get everything ready.

COLLEGE FOOTBALL: Vandals play at home for first time in 6 weeks

They probably won’t be spinning any John Denver music prior to this afternoon’s football game at the Kibbie Dome.

Helen: From homeless to grateful

Three years ago, Helen Webster, 60, was living on the streets of Coeur d’Alene. Today, she has an entirely new life and wants to say a giant thank you to the community which helped her.

THE FRONT ROW WITH JASON ELLIOTT: Saturday, Nov. 26, 2016

On the verge of a Mariner Series title?

In case you missed it — and with an early press deadline on Wednesday and a little bit of turkey on Thursday — the Seattle Mariners got a little better, it appears, on Wednesday.

NORTHWEST NOTES: Saturday, Nov. 26, 2016

Hedge nets game-winner

Starting the season with a bang

Biggest holiday fireworks show ever commences Cd’A Christmas season

COEUR d’ALENE — The 2016 Christmas season in Coeur d'Alene started with a bang.

Blowing the whistle: Snowden's dilemma

Second of two parts

Divorce, disabilities plague mom and kids

Domestic violence and a bitter divorce have left one woman and her children on their own this Christmas.

Warming hut fire disheartens club

Suspicious blaze destroys structure at site for second time in four years

Dale Adickes could only shake his head and throw up his arms after learning that a suspicious fire destroyed another warming hut in the Coeur d'Alene River area.

Family set back after fire consumes home

Press Christmas For All

After a fire wiped out a young mom's home and worldly possessions, she and her little sons had to move into a camper at her grandmother's house.

A journey through adoption

The unbreakable family Bond

Christmas tree lighting, parade Dec. 3 in Hayden

The city of Hayden will hold its annual Hayden Lights Parade and Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at McIntire Family Park, 8930 N. Government Way, on Saturday, Dec. 3.

TRUMP: Look out ahead

This new administration is turning out so far to be worse than our worst nightmare. Fiona Gressler’s letter to the editor only touched on what’s to come.

LETTER: Proof of 'indoctrination'

Where’s a grain of salt when you need one? A letter in the Nov. 20 Press purports to be from a local middle school student throwing all the standard Democrat charges at Trump: racism, sexism, discrimination — on and on, but as usual, without specific evidence. Significantly, another letter offers voluntary reading help.

Have a holly jolly good time downtown tonight

Parade starts at 5 p.m., lighting ceremony follows

COEUR d’ALENE — Grab your Santa hats and your crazy light-up festive accessories, because the holidays officially begin in Coeur d'Alene today.

Blowing the whistle: What would you do?

First of two parts

Here's a way to breach those dams

Once again inhabitants of the Pacific Northwest’s Columbia River basin are being put through an “examine your belly button” exercise regarding the future of the four Lower Snake River dams and their adverse impact upon migrating salmon and steelhead.

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DIVORCES GRANTED

TRUMP: The victors' song

God bless Mr. Donald Trump, my elected president! The Democrats are so sad and hateful, but most of all selfish. We millions got together and are sick to death of all the Fiona Gresslers of the U.S. For eight years I detested the inexperienced liberal who desecrated my White House with a gay rainbow. The Muslim had no experience and contrary to gay opinion, who gives a damn about your choice.

Christmas for All goal: $185K

After four years of failing to meet goal, the 2015 Press Christmas for All holiday fundraising campaign came right down to the wire.

Modern Theater brings back 'All is Calm'

Holiday theater tradition returns to Spokane

In 1914, at the Western front, out of the violence came a silence… then a song. A German soldier stepped into No Man’s Land singing “Stille Nacht.”

Author Polly Buckingham to give reading at NIC

North Idaho College’s literary magazine Trestle Creek Review and the NIC English Club are presenting a reading by Polly Buckingham, author of “The Expense of a View,” from noon to 1 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 6, at the Writing Center, Lee Hall Annex. The reading is free and open to the public.

FINANCES: Check, please

As I read the article of Nov. 17 “Public Defender Funding Bantered: County, state officials discuss topics of mutual interest,” I was left with a question I would really like our elected officials to answer. Why are my tax dollars being spent for you all to gather at Beverly’s at The Coeur d’Alene Resort to discuss your concern about the county absorbing the costs? “The county will be left holding the bag.” Are you kidding me? You all are worried about holding the bag? Frankly, I resent the fact that as a taxpayer we’re holding the bag for your meeting at Beverly’s, all with name tags, cotton table cloths and crystal glasses, not to mention the cost of the food when there is more than enough room at one of the county facilities for you to meet and have deli brought in. What is wrong with you?

Sweet Lou's Restaurant and Tap House coming to Coeur d'Alene

Sweet Lou’s Restaurant and Tap House is heading to Coeur d’Alene.

CRASH: And a complaint

Last Friday night I was a victim of what I would call hot rodding by an 18-year-old girl in a 2016 Camero. Which ended up in her slamming on her brakes in front of me on Ramsey Road. After sliding into her from 15 feet away and damaging the front end of my car, she lied to the police officer and he threatened me with writing me a ticket to get me to shut up when I was trying to tell him what happened so he could avoid the paperwork. I even called him later and he said to me again that I had no rights and what truly happened didn’t matter because he didn’t believe me although I had a witness too.

3 injured in car wreck

HAYDEN — Three men were injured Wednesday afternoon after a two-vehicle collision at Huetter and Lancaster.

Algae spurs health advisory

COCOLALLA — The Panhandle Health District and Idaho Department of Environmental Quality are issuing a health advisory for Cocolalla Lake due to the presence of blue-green algae.

WARMING: Hoax hurts Dems

Trigger alert! Liberal snowflakes should skip this letter, as it might leave them feeling confused or upset.

PERMITS: Built to last

Jim Hollingsworth’s letter to do away with building inspections is so ridiculous I don’t know where to begin.

Idaho's secret economic engine

Move over real estate brokers, finance and insurance professionals, crop and animal production workers and a host of other industries. Did you know that Idaho’s charities employ more people than any of those sectors? You read that right! With 54,305 employees, Idaho’s charities are one of the best kept secrets fueling our state economy.

Red Hot Mamas performance to help Christmas for All

The always surprising Red Hot Mamas will kick off their Christmas season of community service Saturday afternoon with a 45-minute comedy production to benefit Press Christmas for All.

Shop Local on Small Business Saturday

The National Federation of Independent Business is America’s leading small business advocate. We are proud to represent 350,000 small, independent business owners. We are also very proud to cosponsor the 2016 Small Business Saturday promotion with American Express.

'Fantastic Beasts' without a story

No need to be snobby about it — J.K. Rowling’s “Harry Potter” series is excellent fiction, especially when you compare it to the wave of secondary YA fantasies that flooded pop culture in its wake.

NIC presents free 'String Music for Christmas' concert Dec. 4

The North Idaho College music department will present “String Music for Christmas” at 7 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 4, at the Coeur d’Alene First Presbyterian Church, located at 521 Lakeside Ave.

Panhandle Symphony offers free concert Tuesday

Panhandle Symphony Orchestra will perform its Fall Concert next week in Coeur d’Alene.

THE FRONT ROW WITH BRUCE BOURQUIN: Friday, Nov. 25, 2016

Charity a case of Canadian pride

Charity Marlatt is currently a center on the North Idaho women’s basketball team who as a child moved 11 times until she was 10 years old, due in part to the fact her father was a pastor and her mother a family physician.

Teens give helping hand to homeless

Feast was held at Father Bill’s Kitchen of St. Vincent de Paul

COEUR d'ALENE — Probation violations and an arson charge helped Cameron Bounds gain a familiarity with the Kootenai County Juvenile Detention Center.

TRUMP: 'Man of God?'

A letter to the editor in the Nov. 13 paper: “We have a man of God in the White House.” What planet do you live on? (We have a stripper for a First Lady.)

Why buy local?

Legals November 24th, 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

Proposal seeks to reduce Avista electric rate hike

Telephonic public hearing slated for Nov. 29

The Idaho Public Utilities Commission will conduct a telephonic public hearing on Nov. 29 at 7 p.m. on a proposed settlement that would cut an Avista Utilities electric rate hike by more than half of what was proposed in May.

NORTHWEST NOTES Nov. 24, 2016

Eastern’s Kupp, Gubrud share

The fight for grandparents' rights. Idaho's laws consider the best interests of the child.

Editor’s note: The identities of the individuals featured in this story are being withheld to protect the children involved in this custody case.

A simple 'thanks' goes a long way

Idaho State Police officers moved by boy’s letter

COEUR d'ALENE — Those two simple, down-home words of expression — thank you — still have a powerful way of bringing folks together.

Coeur d'Alene Nazarene hires new senior pastor

The Coeur d’Alene Church of the Nazarene announced Rev. Mark A. McWhorter has been hired to serve as the church’s new senior pastor.

Pamala Lois Hoggatt, 72

News alert: Scientists have discovered a sudden reduction in the Earth’s light while at the same time, the heavens are measurably brighter. At 3 p.m. on Nov. 22, 2016, the source of this light was transferred to Heaven; her name was Pamala Lois Hoggatt. This little ball of fire was first discovered on Sept. 2, 1944, born to William Ernest Carleton and wife Mary of Southern California. William was never able to see her because his submarine, the Lasarto, was sunk during World War II. She was raised by Robert Megee, her stepfather.

Injured NIC coach thankful to be alive

COEUR d'ALENE — George Swanson can’t remember the Jeep Cherokee barreling toward him at 70 mph, or the collision that sent his body flying 60 feet.

12Ks of Christmas run is just around the corner

Event will be held Dec. 3 at NIC

COEUR d’ALENE — The second 12Ks of Christmas run to benefit local high school music programs is taking place Dec. 3 at North Idaho College.

Fedora's free Thanksgiving dinner today

The Fedora kitchen was in full swing earlier this week, boiling vats of potatoes, roasting turkeys, and cooling giant pans of stuffing. It takes a lot of food to feed 1,500 people on Thanksgiving Day. For those who might be alone or unable to prepare a meal, there’s a place to go to celebrate the holiday with others.

Great aunt's journey a reminder to be thankful

Though my great-aunt Mary passed away at age 101 in 1968, her spirit and spunk transcend time. At this time of painfully raw divisions in our nation after the recent election, she would be a healer at your table on Thanksgiving Day. Here’s what she might say, based on a lengthy letter she wrote in 1895.

Pigskin Prognosticators Nov. 24, 2016

Shake a leg and wing it, readers. It’s almost turkey time!

Giving thanks to First Neighbors

It must have been hard. To be surprised by foreign-tongued strangers arriving on your shores in foreboding ships exceeding both experience and imagination, armed with weapons far more terrifying and powerful than your own. To watch them settle permanently upon your land — an act that must have felt so threatening, and yet... The First Americans near Plymouth Colony brought food to those 50 pilgrims, joining to celebrate the harvest, hands outstretched in friendship. That spirit of common humanity is the lesson of Thanksgiving, which 90 Wampanaog Indians first shared with settlers in 1621. The tragedies which followed we acknowledge with sadness, but won’t dwell upon today. Today we simply give thanks, and celebrate Native American Heritage Month.

Local bowling Nov. 24, 2016

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CAMERON COLUMN: The best birthday present

I’m sorry, but there are ZERO shopping days left until my birthday.

The Vandals' road to a potential bowl

The Idaho Vandals celebrated becoming bowl eligible for the first time since 2009 by ... taking the week off.

PREP GIRLS BASKETBALL: Consistent Lumberjacks top Hawks

ST. MARIES — Kelsey Auer had 19 points, six rebounds and four assists for the St. Maries Lumberjacks in a 61-27 win over the Lakeland Hawks on Tuesday.

State's sliding girder innovation earns honors

Device used in Cd'A saved state $161,000, reduced bridge closures by 3 months

COEUR d'ALENE — A sliding girder innovation by the Idaho Transportation Department's District 1 staff has earned awards after saving the state about $161,000 and shaving three months off the closure.

THE FRONT ROW WITH JASON ELLIOTT: Wednesday, Nov. 23, 2016

NIC teams better than their record

As with all teams, you’ve got to start somewhere.

Plantar fasciitis most common cause of heel pain

Chronically painful feet are hard to ignore and sometimes even harder to return to a pain-free state. Plantar fasciitis is the most common cause of heel pain, and occurs in all types of individuals. Although both men and women can be affected with plantar fasciitis, the condition typically strikes active men between the ages of 40 and 70.

George Taylor, 89

George Earl Taylor, the patriarch of the Taylor Clan, passed away Friday, Nov. 18, 2016. He passed quietly in his sleep after a six-year battle with dementia.

Holiday travel not for timid

Traveling by air any time can be so stressful, and at the holidays it’s ratcheted up several notches.

THANKS: It's going around

I want to THANK my friend and neighbor, Barbara Nelson of Hayden for her annual call on Veterans Day to THANK me for my military service to our country. Barbara has not missed a Veterans Day over the past 10 years to call and say “THANK YOU!” So, here’s to you Barb. “THANK YOU” for being you.

Post Falls Rotary partners with Community Library Network on remodel

Another project to improve staff areas starts in December

POST FALLS — The Post Falls Rotary Club is partnering with the Community Library Network to bring one of Post Falls Library’s meeting rooms into the 21st Century.

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DIVORCES FILED

LUNCH: An anonymous gift

Sunday afternoon, I called my friend, Florence Morrison, to see if she would like to go to Dragon House for some Chinese food. We were having a good visit, getting caught up on our families. When we got ready to leave, our server informed us that the couple sitting across from us had paid for our meal. What a beautiful surprise! So, whoever you were, nice couple, thank you for your kind thoughtfulness. It was so unexpected. Bless you for your kindness. We wish you and everyone else a very Happy Thanksgiving.

Lois Ruth Lyon, 75

Lois Ruth Lyon, of Rathdrum, Idaho, passed away Nov. 17, 2016, at Lacrosse Health and Rehab in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. Her room was filled with loving family. She was born on Sept. 2, 1941, to Charlie and Hazel Simpson in Spokane, Wash. At a very young age, her family moved to Rathdrum where she later married the love of her life, Herbert Lyon, and raised their four children and one grandson.

Mail scam: No, you haven't won

COEUR d'ALENE — Idaho Attorney General Lawrence Wasden issued a warning Tuesday: Idahoans are being targeted by a fraudulent sweepstakes notification.

A cure for the 'common' headache

Headaches mean big business, and this is especially the case when the cause underlying the headache pain goes undetected and therefore the headache pain is not successfully treated. Drugs are not a cure; they are not like antibiotics which actually kill bacteria that are causing the sickness. Drugs only mask the headache pain symptoms until the drug wears off, and they can cause other problems and even make the pain worse so one has to take even higher doses of drugs.

NORTHWEST NOTES: Wednesday, Nov. 23, 2016

Louie-McGee in running for

Biggest Losers win big

Locals celebrate weight loss at Peak Fitness party

COEUR d'ALENE — Mandy Demute has had the arduous task of juggling three jobs and a systematic workout schedule, all while being mindful of a healthy diet.

What is micro-needling?

Micro-needling is the hottest new trend in skin rejuvenation. It can be used to treat fine lines and wrinkles, minimize photo aging and it improves overall skin quality. Micro-needling in an aesthetic procedure that works by creating many micro channels in the skin. This controlled micro-injury creates minimal damage to the epidermis resulting in limited downtime.

Meatless meals

My wife and I are foodies. We met while working in a fine-food restaurant, plan vacations around food and eat creatively at home. I attended the Culinary Institute of America and worked in local and regional restaurants. I write about food, grow food and teach cooking classes — food is our foundation.

Raymond 'Ray' Lester Newkirk, 83

Ray Lester Newkirk, 83, of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, passed away Nov. 17, 2016, at Hospice House of Coeur d’Alene of dementia. Ray was born on May 2, 1933, in Salt Lake City, Utah, to Raymond and Margaret (Thompson) Newkirk, the oldest of three sisters and a brother.

Dow Jones closes above 19,000 for first time

COEUR d'ALENE — When the Dow Jones Industrial Average first hit 17,000 on July 3, 2014, Les Atchley told a Coeur d'Alene Press reporter he expected it to hit 100,000 someday.

Pelvic health: Body balance after baby

A new baby, there is nothing better! Snuggling them, loving them and nurturing them becomes your new life. Suddenly the aches and pains of pregnancy and delivery are forgotten. But don't kid yourself this is no little feat that your body just went through to make this precious new addition. Your body goes through an amazing transformation to make your baby and if you are nursing them, you will still have hormones in your body after the birth of the baby. No wonder your body seems a little bit different or odd in its behavior. No wonder you have stiff shoulders, a cranky back or hips that pop around when you move. Maybe your bladder is a little leaky with laughing, sneezing or coughing. Maybe you have pain with intercourse or are completely disinterested in sex at all. Maybe you are constantly constipated after baby and you are wondering why because you never were before. Well we know what it's like and you are not alone.

Talk turkey and family health this Thanksgiving

Chronic disease affects many Americans. There are some contributing factors we can control such as nutrition, physical activity, tobacco use, etc.; however, there are also risk factors we cannot control such as age, gender, and family history. Most people have increased risks for chronic diseases such as cancer, heart disease, and diabetes because it runs in the family genes. Health conditions such as high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and osteoporosis can also be passed among relatives. Not only do genes play a factor, but lifestyles, behaviors, and environments, which influence the risk for chronic diseases, are often the same or similar among family members.

Don't worry DMV customer; your driver's license is on its way

The Idaho Division of Motor Vehicles announced Tuesday it wants to reassure customers who have not yet received a driver’s license or identification card applied for in the last five weeks.

Your adrenals and health

The adrenal gland is an important player in a symphony with other endocrine glands, responsible for the direction of many hormonal activities in the body. Mostly known for its role in the “fight or flight” mechanism, the adrenals (2 glands that sit atop each kidney) play an integral role in stress, energy, sugar metabolism, weight, sex hormone regulation and more.

Ann Pester, 95

Ann Irene Pester was born on Sept. 15, 1921, to Ben and Ada Ginter in Bradleyville, Mo. Ann answered the call of Jesus to spend eternity with Him, on Nov. 17, 2016. Ann was a resident at Wellspring Meadows, an assisted living home in Hayden, Idaho. Ann was preceded in death by her husband, Donald John Pester in July 2004, after a marriage of some 63 years.

Trevor Benoy, 35

Trevor Benoy, 35, passed away Nov. 9, 2016, after a short battle with cancer. Trevor was born in Fresno, Calif., on May 26, 1981, to Barbara Barnes and Richard Benoy.

Wine without food

From our winemaker dinners to our tasting notes that go with our wine club we tend to focus on wine and food pairing. How each can make the other and together better. We recently received a question from one of our regular readers though, “What if food is not a big part of our wine enjoyment?” The reader continued, “We enjoy our wine more frequently with good conversation or just for the simple pleasure of drinking a nice glass of wine.”

YOUTH SPORTS: Wednesday, Nov. 23, 2016

Rec basketball, wrestling and more

RATHDRUM PARKS AND RECREATION

County eyes site for ORV park

Property owned by state south of Lake Pend Oreille

COEUR d'ALENE — Kootenai County is considering a site of more than 500 acres owned by the Idaho Department of Lands south of Lake Pend Oreille for a possible future off-road vehicle park.

Serious crash injures 3

Three men were injured this afternoon at a two-vehicle collision at Huetter and Lancaster.

Legals November 22nd, 2016

File No.: 329275 / SI No. 7061/Glander NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE On Thursday, February 16, 2017 at the hour of 10:30AM, of said day, in the office of Alliance Title & Escrow Corp. located at 2157 North Main Street, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814, Alliance Title & Escrow Corp., as successor trustee, will sell at public auction, to the highest bidder, for cash, cashiers check, certified check or tellers check, (from a bank which has a branch in the community at the site of the sale), money order, State of Idaho check or local government check, or cash equivalent in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the same time of sale, the following described real property, situated in the County of Kootenai, State of Idaho, and described as follows, to wit: Lot 5, Block 6, Robert's First Addition to Post Falls, according to the plat recorded in Book D of Plats, Page 60, records of Kootenai County, Idaho. THE TRUSTEE HAS NO KNOWLEDGE OF A MORE PARTICULAR DESCRIPTION OF THE ABOVE-DESCRIBED REAL PROPERTY, BUT FOR PURPOSES OF COMPLIANCE WITH IDAHO CODE, SECTION 60-113, THE TRUSTEE HAS BEEN INFORMED THAT THE STREET ADDRESS OF: 1602 North Compton Street, Post Falls, ID 83854, MAY SOMETIMES BE ASSOCIATED WITH SAID REAL PROPERTY. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty regarding title, possession or encumbrances to satisfy the obligation secured by and pursuant to the power of sale conferred in the deed of trust executed by Kevin S. Glander a single person , as Grantor to Alliance Title & Escrow Corp., as Successor Trustee, for the benefit and security of Federal National Mortgage Association ("Fannie Mae") , a corporation organized and existing under the laws of the United States of America as Successor Beneficiary, recorded November 27, 2007 as Instrument No. 2133418000, Mortgage records of Kootenai County, Idaho. THE ABOVE GRANTORS ARE NAMED TO COMPLY WITH SECTION 45-1506(4)(a), IDAHO CODE. NO REPRESENTATION IS MADE THAT THEY ARE, OR ARE NOT, PRESENTLY RESPONSIBLE FOR THIS OBLIGATION. The default for which this sale is to be made is failure to: Make principal and interest payments as set forth on said Deed of Trust and Promissory Note. The original loan amount was $118,000.00 together with interest thereon at the rate of 2.0000% per annum, as evidenced in Promissory Note dated November 21, 2007. Principal and interest payments are in default for the months of May 2016 through and including October 2016 in the amount of $383.04 per month and continuing each and every month thereafter until date of sale or reinstatement. The principal balance as of October 3, 2016 is $116,819.72 together with accrued and accruing interest thereon at the rate of 2.0000% per annum. In addition to the above, there is also due any late charges, advances, escrow collection fees, attorney fees, fees or costs associated with this foreclosure. The balance owing as of this date on the obligation secured by said deed of trust is $116,819.72, excluding interest, costs and expenses actually incurred in enforcing the obligations thereunder or in this sale, as trustee's fees and/or reasonable attorney's fees as authorized in the promissory note secured by the aforementioned Deed of Trust. Dated: October 14, 2016 Alliance Title & Escrow Corp. By: Bobbi Oldfield, Trust Officer Phone: 208-287-5108 This communication is on behalf of a debt collector and is an attempt to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. LEGAL 6535 NOVEMBER 1, 8, 15, 22, 2016

Giving thanks for our favorite turkeys

Shake a leg and wing it, readers. It’s almost turkey time!

NRA gave Trump a boost that could be returned

Is there ever a doubt how former Idaho Sen. Larry Craig votes in presidential elections?

PREP GIRLS BASKETBALL: Seeley, Holmes pace N.I. Christian

Better safety, visibility sought

Trees being removed along Highway 41 north of Spirit Lake

Big 'but' jokes inspire writers

Everyone laughed at Kenn Nesbitt’s big “but” Monday morning at an assembly at Fernan Elementary School.

Fair audit fairly clean

CPA firm offers suggestions to enhance policies, procedures

Request tickets for presidential inauguration by Wednesday

Requests must made through Sen. Crapo’s website by 4 p.m. PT

The deadline for Idahoans to request tickets to attend the presidential inauguration swearing-in ceremony is Wednesday, Nov. 23 at 4 p.m. PT. The inauguration swearing-in ceremony of President-elect Donald Trump and Vice President-elect Mike Pence will take place Friday, Jan. 20 at the Capitol in Washington, D.C.

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Outstanding STEAMwork

EXCEL grant helps bring music and art into curriculum

Charlotte La Fontaine Lowe, 87

Charlotte La Fontaine Lowe, Child of God, passed away peacefully on Nov. 3, 2016, in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. A native of California, Charlotte was the daughter of Claud and Viola (Luedtke) La Fontaine. She graduated from high school in Missoula, Mont., but lived the majority of her life in Southern California and Idaho.

Bernard 'Bernie' Melville Lionberger Jr., 74

Bernard “Bernie” Melville Lionberger Jr. took his last trail ride on Nov. 18, 2016, in the late evening, surrounded by his family at home. Bernie was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in early September. He was fighting to make his 75th birthday, which was later this month.

Sifting Black Friday's deals

Filling holiday gift lists on a budget takes organized, careful planning. Sales are tempting: If I wait, will I really pay more?

Post Falls Police officer charged with DUI

Post Falls Police officer Brenda Knight is facing a DUI charge after an off-duty car accident, the Kootenai County Sheriff's Office confirmed Monday.

Hutto pleads not guilty

Charged with first-degree murder, kidnapping, robbery and arson

Injured trooper to represent Idaho in Washington, D.C.

Trooper Brandalyn Crapo will represent the Idaho State Police and the state of Idaho in Washington, D.C., during the lighting of the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree on Dec. 6.

Cannabis debate is all about freedom

I appreciate the opportunity to weigh in on the cannabis debate. Step back 100 years ago when our country had a thriving cannabis hemp industry. As a medicine cannabis was one of the most frequently prescribed therapies for a wide range of ailments, including pain, bronchial difficulties, stomach issues, anxiety, and opiate addiction. As a textile, cannabis hemp was the staple for both military and civilian needs. Canvas, hemp rope, and hemp-seed oil lubricants, are a few examples.

Motorist alert: Lights out at 95 and Nieder

COEUR D'ALENE - The Idaho Transportation Department is advising drivers to use caution at the intersection of U.S. 95 and Nieder Avenue while crews work to repair a traffic light.

Internet problems pop up, pipe down

Legals November 21st, 2016

STORAGE AUCTION NOTICE Notice is hereby given, pursuant to Idaho code 45-805, that on November 29, 2016 a PUBLIC AUCTION shall be held (to satisfy liens, recover unpaid rents and other charges) entire contents of UNIT #61 belonging to Shane Crill last known address 2983 W. Strawberry Lane Hayden ID 83835. Amount owing is $185 for three months past rent and late fees. ALSO Unit #98 belonging to Tamara Bunko at 2315 W Pellinore Way Post Falls ID 83854 Amount owing $185 for three months past rent and late fees. And UNIT #137 belonging to Casey Pitner at 141 Randolph Ave Pocatello ID. 83201 for 3 months rent and late fees Amount owing $310. Contents Household Sealed bids between 9:00 AM and 4:30PM on November 29, 2016. At A1 SELF STORAGE 20863 West Highway 53 Rathdrum ID. (208) 818-6165 (208)687-0145. LEGAL 6603 NOV 21, 28, 2016

NIC ROUNDUP: Meyer wins, nine Cardinals place at tourney

How bazaar

’Tis the season for holiday craft fairs

Holiday music and the smell of baked treats filled Coeur d’Alene on Saturday as community members gathered to enjoy each other’s company and shop at the annual bazaars.

Weak La Nina expected to bring more snow than normal

Weather or Not

Sea-surface temperatures are very different today than they were a year ago. Scientists say that we have a weak cooler than normal sea-surface temperature event, La Nina, in the south-central Pacific Ocean.

The grandmother of Idaho history

Ora Hawkins, whose grandson is former Idaho Commerce director, helped establish state museum

During the Great Fire of 1910, which consumed about 3 million acres of North Idaho forests, Ora Hawkins and her family lost their home when St. Joe City burned.

PREP BASKETBALL: Timberlake stops 5A Lewiston in OT

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NIC ROUNDUP: Cards pin down Montana State-Northern

THE FRONT ROW WITH MARK NELKE: Sunday, Nov. 20, 2016

Putting the pigskin away for the season

When you’re trailing in a state title game, and 1 yard from falling behind by even more, then you force a fumble and run it back the length of the field for a touchdown in a momentum-changing play, well, that’s a hint and a half this is your night, and your season.

Literacy might be the greatest gift

The giving season is upon us. No matter how little money you might have, we know two ways you can have a profound impact on your community.

Community Thanks November 20, 2016

Community Action Partnership Food Bank would like to thank the Boy Scouts and parents of the Coeur d’Alene Inland Northwest Council of the Boy Scouts of America for holding their annual food drive on Saturday, Nov. 12.

ELECTION: Of gloom and glory

The presidential election is over. Thank goodness! But this is not the time to gloat or let gloom overshadow the fact that we are all free Americans, with exceptional liberties. Those who gloat may become those of gloom, if expectations fall short of their desires. Those of gloom may find that many of their desires become reality. Today, we are a politically divided nation with one candidate winning the popular vote and the other winning the majority of votes in the Electoral College. Until the Constitution is amended, it stands as written and Donald Trump is our president-elect.

Happy National Entrepreneurship month!

November is National Entrepreneurship Month, which in my world is the next best thing to a national holiday. Entrepreneurs are the backbone of American business. They take risks with their ideas, money and reputations, believing that their efforts will pay off, even when no one else has confidence in them.

STUDENT: Election perspective

I am a student at Canfield Middle School, and I was closely following this year’s election. I know many people in Idaho are rejoicing at Donald Trump’s election, but plenty of kids at Canfield are not. Many of us thought Trump was just a joke, comedy relief in the election. We didn’t think of him as the leader of our country. We’ve been raised with powerful women in media, with kindness being a virtue to strive for and with the belief that people of any race or religion are equal to everyone else and should be welcomed, not discriminated against.

COLUMN: Hail, Fakebook!

Sholeh Patrick is 100 percent correct when she said “people are news lazy” in her Tuesday column. News has been reduced to the latest picture with some jaded, even libelous headline tattooed on it (often known as a ‘meme’). Yet people are binging on social media to complain about the somewhat fact-check accountable TV or print news media when (according to Pew research) 44 percent of Americans only get their news from Facebook? That’s right. Facebook. Or is it Fakebook?

READING: Help wanted

Our school kids are struggling. Did you know that two-thirds of Idaho’s grade school students have problems reading? The National Assessment of Education Progress shows that reading scores in Idaho have remained flat for many years. Reading should be of the highest priority in education. If students can’t read well, they don’t learn well.

Rountree: Helping give Rathdrum a voice

IN PERSON

Shanie Rountree was honored last weekend as Rathdrum’s Citizen of the Year and she couldn’t be more thrilled.

Hagadone unveils plans for mega marine center

World-class facilities on Blackwell Island expected to be completed in spring

COEUR d'ALENE — The Hagadone Marine Group is full speed ahead, building the region's only mega marine center with world-class service and premium facilities.

Mining, timber execs hoping Trump helps

No one is willing to stray too far out on a limb, but executives within North Idaho’s mining and timber industries are hopeful that the coming administration of President-elect Donald Trump will produce some useful change.

TAXES: Little help, please

Retiring soon? Already retired? Want to continue your passion for providing solutions? Want to extend that computer knowledge? Want to help folks in your community?

VETERAN: A golden gift

I was blessed with a most wonderful gift Nov. 11, when my wife and I attended the Veterans Day ceremony downtown. Being a veteran, I was proudly wearing my Air Force Veteran’s cap that day. As the crowd was dispersing and we were departing the area, we noticed a small boy and his mother standing nearby. With a little urging from his mother, the boy approached me and held out a little booklet he had beautifully colored.

Rathdrum's Radiant Lake entices buyers with affordable waterfront

Neighborhood of the Week

Rathdrum continues to be a hot spot for quality, affordable homes in a location closer to the Spokane-Coeur d’Alene corridor than some might assume. There are good deals up there, and the drive time to Interstate 90 isn’t much more than many developments around North Idaho.

Steven F. Shagina, 54

Steve, or Shag as he was known to many, of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2016. He was born in Spokane, Wash., on Aug. 9, 1962, to Fred and Beth Shagina.

Entertain Mart now open in Cd'A

Business Bits

Buying, selling, renting and trading are the options at EntertainMart. The new store opened Saturday in the former Hastings location at 101 Best Ave.

Buyers concerned with mortgage rates

Many months of low, low interest rates may have encouraged some complacency with groups of real estate buyers seeing no compulsion to act but that may have changed last week. Agents report hearing concerns of buyers who are feeling a sense of urgency due to an increase of four tenths of a percent in the 30-year mortgage interest rate over last month. Media reports used terms like “surge” or “jump” to fuel the angst felt by many who thought the lowest rates in history might go on forever.

Tree-mendous gifts. Christmas trees provide joy to kids of all ages across North Idaho.

Nearly thirty magnificent Christmas trees will be auctioned off at the Festival of Trees gala next Saturday night, raising tens of thousands of dollars to help expand Kootenai Health’s emergency and operating rooms.

Legals November 19th, 2016

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Case NO. CV-16-7839 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: DORIS DEA LONG, Deceased. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Russell A. Long has been appointed Personal Representative of the Estate of DORIS DEA LONG. All persons having claims against the Decedent or her Estate are required to present their claims within four (4) months after the date of the first publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must be presented to the undersigned at the address indicated, and filed with the Clerk of the Court. /S/ Randall C. Probasco Attorney for Personal Representative P.O. Box 1148 Coeur d'Alene, Idaho 83816-1148 LEGAL 6566 NOVEMBER 5, 12, 19, 2016

Here comes Santa Claus - and lights!

The work starts each year when October arrives. Eight full-time employees are dedicated to one proposition: Making your Christmas a little bit brighter.

James 'Jim' Edward Yanzick, 93

James “Jim” Edward Yanzick, 93, of Pinehurst, Idaho, passed away Nov. 17, 2016, at Hospice House in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. He was born June 25, 1923, in Wallace, Idaho. Jim was the son of John and Dorothy (Baldwin) Yanzick.

THE FRONT ROW WITH JASON ELLIOTT: Saturday, Nov. 19, 2016

Ulen ready for whatever comes next

After playing defender on the soccer field for most of his career, former Post Falls High standout Brady Ulen got a chance to show he can score the ball just as well.

STATE 2A FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP: Returning with gold

St. Maries downs Declo, caps perfect season with state title

POCATELLO — After a 15-year playoff drought, then falling in the quarterfinals the last two seasons, St. Maries won its first football state championship in school history Friday night at Holt Arena, pulling away from Declo 31-8 in a state 2A championship game that was much closer than the score indicated.

Ostir sends Chiefs past Calgary

SPOKANE — Hayden Ostir scored his first goal of the season 2:11 into the third period to give the Spokane Chiefs the lead for good, as they beat the Calgary Hitmen 5-2 on Friday night in Western Hockey League in front of 4,547 at Spokane Arena.

NIC ROUNDUP: Cardinal men romp in season opener

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COLLEGE BASKETBALL: Vandals top Little Rock

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Victor Sanders finished with 20 points, including three free throws in the final seconds, to help Idaho beat Arkansas-Little Rock 65-57 on Friday night to snap the Trojans’ 18-game home winning streak.

PREP BASKETBALL: North Idaho Christian rolls in Helena opener

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Cd'A sets plowing priorities

COEUR d'ALENE — Snow already hitting the ground in Kootenai County this week coincided with the city of Coeur d'Alene finalizing plans for plowing its roads.

Filling the need

Locker Project provides students with clothing they might not be able to afford

There’s a small office near the front of Borah Elementary that has closets full of clothes for students that need them.

Flu expected to increase during holidays

Idaho has averaged 22 flu-related deaths over the last six years

The flu hasn't hit Idaho or the rest of the country too hard. Not yet, anyway.

Blood center facing potential shortage

New donors needed as holidays approach

Inland Northwest Blood Center is asking the community to donate blood in the wake of a large decrease in donors in recent weeks.

Oswald Zimmerman, 89

Oswald “Ozzie/Oz” Zimmerman, of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, passed away Nov. 5, 2016, at Hospice House in Coeur d’Alene. He was born Jan. 7, 1927, in Eldred, Minn., the son of Jacob and Katharina (Seiler) Zimmerman. The family moved from Minnesota to Rathdrum, Idaho, in the 1930s.

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Rep complains, city adjusts

Sims claims documents being handled illegally

COEUR d'ALENE — An assertion by an outgoing legislator that the city of Coeur d'Alene is breaking the law in its handling of financial documents has led to policy change.

Dennis Fred Wilkinson, 47

Dennis Fred Wilkinson passed away Nov. 12, 2016. He was born on Oct. 17, 1969, in Spokane, Wash., to LaMar Archie Wilkinson and Elaine Ethel Akins Wilkinson.

A journey through adoption: Worth the Tripp

Primal Thanksgiving

Wow, it’s November already and Thanksgiving is quickly approaching. As I work toward my Primal Health Coach credential, it seems fitting to talk about a primal approach to Thanksgiving dinner.

Pumping air

The lightest thing‚ and a little cold water — could give you the best fitness benefit

If you’re not familiar with Laird Hamilton, then just take my word for it — he’s extreme.

Athol man sentenced in meth bust

Athol resident Todd Bruno was sentenced in District Court Wednesday for one count of trafficking methamphetamine and misdemeanor eluding a police officer.

Legals November 18th, 2016

NOTICE TO CREDITORS CASE NO. CV 16 - 7643 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: EDWARD A. HEMPEL, Deceased. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed Co-Personal Representative of the above-named Decedent. All persons having claims against the Decedent or the estate are required to present their claims within FOUR (4) MONTHS after the date of the first publication of this Notice to Creditors, or 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 25 day of October, 2016. PRIYA R. HEMPEL Co-Personal Representative c/o CUSACK LAW FIRM,PLLC 320 E. Neider Avenue, Suite 206 Coeur d'Alene, ID 83815 ABAGALE A. HEMPEL Co-Personal Representative c/o CUSACK LAW FIRM,PLLC 320 E. Neider Avenue, Suite 206 Coeur d'Alene, ID 83815 LEGAL 6554 NOVEMBER 4, 11, 18, 2016

Together in pursuit of happiness

Time to

Tom B. Dorr of Post Falls recently published a booklet on how to be happier at work.

Vehicle crashes into Lakeland school bus

Seven sustain minor injuries during Highway 41 collision

RATHDRUM — This was a jolt that Jeremiah Atkinson never wants to experience again.

THE FRONT ROW WITH BRUCE BOURQUIN: Friday, Nov. 18, 2016

NIC wrestler Thomas gets his shot

Cooper Thomas recently defeated the fourth-ranked NJCAA wrestler in the nation, earned a blue belt in jiujitsu and loves devouring chicken and brown rice.

NIC VOLLEYBALL: Cards win tourney opener

TACOMA — Julie Staffler had 15 kills and 17 digs for North Idaho College in a 25-12, 25-23, 25-12 win over Pierce College in the opening round of the Northwest Athletic Conference tournament at the Tacoma Convention Center on Thursday.

BUILDING: Changes needed

I think Commissioner Marc Eberlein is on the right track. However, I would offer an alternate proposal.

PREP GIRLS BASKETBALL: Lake City romps in opener

COEUR d’ALENE — Bridget Rieken had 13 points and 18 rebounds and Lauren Rewers added 17 points as the Lake City Timberwolves opened their season by beating the visiting Sandpoint Bulldogs 57-28 on Thursday night.

Lee pleads guilty to mail theft

COEUR d’ALENE — Delbert William Lee Jr. pleaded guilty Wednesday to theft of mail matter, U.S. Attorney Wendy J. Olson announced.

ELECTION: Complaints be gone

Though some Kootenai County residents may not be happy with the new president-elect, I am proud to live in Coeur d’Alene where the freeway was not shut down, businesses were not looted and burned, and cars overturned. I am tired easily with the specific ethnic group complaining that their lives matter. If you haven’t heard “all lives matter.” You complain about how your ancestors were treated. Guess what? My ancestors were treated badly as well, they were made to walk a trail and some were left to die because they were elderly and could not keep up. They were left to die alone where they dropped.

Post Falls grad wins state 'Best Play-by-Play' award

Dave Tester, who began his broadcast career at Coeur d’Alene radio station KVNI, is the 2016 recipient of the Idaho State Broadcasters Association “Best Play-by-Play” award.

Sheriff: Be aware of phone scammers

COEUR d'ALENE — Carlton Barwise was dubious when he picked up his landline phone this past summer to answer a call from a private number.

GIANTS: Cortez would agree

I found Syd Albright’s column on Giants in the Oct. 30 paper quite interesting.

COLLEGE WOMEN'S BASKETBALL: Cardinals start anew in NWAC

New league, and a bunch of new faces.

Sheriff's Log

The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office received 89 calls for service between 6 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 16, and 5:59 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 17

Bring a toy for a tot when you go see 'Elf, Jr.'

Christian Youth Theater North Idaho and the Marine Corp Toys for Tots Campaign will be collecting toys at CYT’s eight public performances of “Elf, Jr.” in Coeur d’Alene.

COLUMN: Fake news exposed

I thoroughly enjoyed Sholeh Patrick’s column, “Is your news fake?” I really wish that this would have been on the front page of the newspaper, and many others, prior to the elections. I would even go one step further and say this should be given out to every high school and college student in the country.

Hotel proposal gets half-hearted support

COEUR d'ALENE — Coeur d'Alene's urban renewal agency, ignite cda, unanimously approved half of an originally proposed $1.25 million partnership on a multi-use piece of property highlighted by a four-story Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott.

GOP: Here's your victory

So, my congratulations go out to the Republicans everywhere who won all branches of government. The Presidency, the House, the Senate and yes, the Supreme Court. The last time this happened was in 1928. Of course, the Great Depression started in 1929 and lasted until 1942, when war created jobs for millions of Americans at last (although at the same time, hundreds of thousands of Americans were killed in that war). Just saying.

Holiday cabaret the Travolta way

‘The Christmas Show’ features music and memories

COEUR d’ALENE — Growing up in a family of six, Margaret Travolta said Christmas in the Travolta household was a little chaotic, but always fun and special.

Boys and Girls Club feeds more than 400

COEUR d’ALENE — The first Thanksgiving was a time when two communities came together as one to feast on a bountiful autumn harvest and give thanks for new friends and new surroundings.

'Weird Science' art show at NIC through Feb. 3

Artists Justin Gibbens and Renee Adams are exhibiting their artwork entitled “Weird Science” in the Boswell Hall Corner Gallery at North Idaho College now through Feb. 3.

Chick-fil-A director talks leadership

480 attend first Business Forum luncheon

COEUR d'ALENE — In true leadership style, Mark Conklin played quarterback on stage Thursday and handed off to local business leaders qualities that have made Chick-fil-A a strong company.

'Advent: Then & Now' program coming up at St. Pius X Church

The Faith Formation Department of St. Pius X Catholic Church will present “Advent: Then & Now” Dec. 3 from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the St. Pius X Faith Formation Center in Coeur d’Alene.

CAMERON: Shed a little nervous weight

You’re probably stressed.

Diplomacy and fear collide in 'Arrival'

The timing couldn’t be more perfect for “Arrival,” a science-fiction drama focused more on cultural communication than it is with visitors from another planet.

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Marconi Union - Weightless (Official Video)

GALLERY: Lake City vs Sandpoint Girls Basketball

Greater local management is right solution for Idaho's public lands

Idaho is blessed with incredible natural resources that should sustain our communities and grow Idaho’s economy. However, misguided policies coming out of Washington, D.C., created by individuals who don’t understand our Idaho values, threaten the use of these resources.

Legals November 17th, 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

BOWLING SCORES: Thursday, Nov. 17, 2016

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Sheriff's Log

The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office received 72 calls for service between 6 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 15, and 5:59 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 16

Toys for Tots kicks off Nov. 26

Toys for Tots is gearing up again, which means Kootenai County families have two and a half weeks to apply to get new toys for their kids.

On target

Shooting bull elk ranks at top of blind veteran’s outdoor experiences

HAYDEN — Dale Stamper has conquered a lot of adventures despite being blind, but the Vietnam War veteran reached a new pinnacle last month when he downed a 6-by-6, 600-pound elk.

Caring for wild game meat in warm weather

Most of us have welcomed the unusually warm November weather in North Idaho. However, the higher than normal temperatures require that hunters use special care to prevent spoilage of game meat.

Records

DIVORCES FILED

Breathe easy. Regular lung cancer screenings could prevent thousands of deaths.

Volunteers sought for Boys and Girls Club dinner tonight

The Boys and Girls Club of Kootenai will celebrate its first Thanksgiving Feast today from 6-8 p.m. at the new Boys and Girls Club on 15th Street in Coeur d’ Alene.

Resort goes blue for diabetes awareness

COEUR d'ALENE — Hailie Velasco stepped to a lectern set up near The Coeur d’Alene Resort clock tower Wednesday night and proceeded to start a group countdown.

AT COLLEGE: Thursday, Nov. 17, 2016

Trevor Woodall

Public defender funding bantered

County, state officials discuss topics of mutual interest

COEUR d'ALENE — The future of public defense funding was among the topics discussed Wednesday when county and state officials met to discuss topics of mutual interest.

Labrador sets Freedom Caucus tone for Trump transition

President-elect Donald Trump deserves some transitional breathing space.

Jingle Books campaign continues to collect kids books

Almost halfway through the Jingle Books campaign, organizers said Wednesday they are a quarter-way toward reaching their goal.

Goddard pleads guilty to theft of firearms

COEUR d’ALENE — Kyle Eugene Goddard pleaded guilty Wednesday to theft of firearms from a licensed dealer’s inventory and possession of stolen firearms, U.S. Attorney Wendy J. Olson announced.

CHS tour shows need for levy

School district also considering bond to run in the spring

COEUR d’ALENE — The few community members who attended Wednesday night’s bond/levy informational meeting had only good things to say about the prospects of the Coeur d’Alene School District trying to pass something next spring.

THE FRONT ROW WITH MARK NELKE: Thursday, Nov. 17, 2016

Like father, like son ... well, sort of

Coaches’ kids often follow in the coach’s footsteps.

NORTHWEST NOTES: Thursday, Nov. 17, 2016

Idaho women make it official

Fatal boating accident still under investigation

A Lake Coeur d'Alene boating accident that claimed the lives of three people last summer remains under investigation.

PIGSKIN PROGNOSTICATORS: Heavy losses take tragic toll

And you thought this pigskin prognosticating business was just for fun and charity.

PREP GIRLS BASKETBALL: Timberlake romps at Moscow

MOSCOW — Keelie Lawler scored 17 points as the Timberlake Tigers rolled past the Moscow Bears 64-29 in a nonleague game at Bear Den on Wednesday night.

Sheriff sues county, but it's friendly

Lawsuit seeks formal ruling on de-annexation proposal

COEUR d'ALENE — Dueling opinions over whether the Kootenai County Sheriff's facility can legally be de-annexed from Coeur d'Alene has led both parties to seek a higher power.

Are you undiagnosed diabetic?

Half of adults with diabetes don’t even know it, according to the International Diabetes Foundation. It’s a growing problem affecting 415 million adults worldwide in 2015, expected to increase to around 642 million — or one in 10 adults overall — by 2040. While most diabetics are able to manage the disease, it can also be fatal. Five million people each year die from it.

STATE 2A FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP: Ready for that sweet finish

It has been a while since the St. Maries High football team has tasted the success they’ve had so far in 2016.

Update: Six children, one adult injured in crash involving school bus

Police and ambulances are responding to a collision involving a school bus and a vehicle at the intersection of Hwy 41 and Lancaster Road in Rathdrum.

Count your blessings - and share them

Your exercise program has given you a new lease on life.

Legals November 16th, 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 is discontinuing Northwest Cable News. As a result, it will be removed from the lineup and no longer be available. LEGAL 6601 NOV 16, 2016

Network approach works best for patients

Healthcare is the subject of much discussion these days. An overlooked issue in Idaho is the fact that some people have lost the meaningful interaction with their doctor that helped them navigate a complex process.

Mayor named in wrongful death suit

Lawsuit: Woman died due to apartment’s heating deficiencies

COEUR d'ALENE — Coeur d'Alene Mayor Steve Widmyer and Coeur d'Alene Resort general manager Bill Reagan are targets of a wrongful death lawsuit.

Banding together

‘Gathering of Bands’ set for Nov. 16-17 at NIC

COEUR d'ALENE — North Idaho College is hosting two of its annual “Gathering of Bands” concerts Wednesday, Nov. 16, and Thursday, Nov. 17, in the Boswell Hall Schuler Performing Arts Center on NIC’s main campus. The concerts will both start at 7 p.m.

Questions for your health

Do you wake up refreshed in the morning, ready to go or do you use the snooze option on your alarm:

Deborah 'Debbie' Marie Danielson-Schueller, 61

Deborah “Debbie” Marie Danielson-Schueller, beloved daughter, sister, wife and aunt, passed into the Lord’s care on Nov. 14, 2016, at the Hospice House in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.

ELECTION: Silent no longer

Was I a part of the “silent vote” that pushed Donald Trump to victory?

'Tis the season! For making a list and checking it twice…

Records

DIVORCES FILED

COUNTY: Kudos to election team

Kudos and congratulations to the leadership and all of the staff at the Kootenai County elections office for a job well done! They accomplished an overwhelming task of providing adequate staff, training the poll workers, providing supplies and supporting the 73 districts before and during the election. In addition, they registered and facilitated voting for record numbers of people in the weeks before the election.

YOUTH SPORTS: Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2016

Basketball, bowling, rec soccer and more

RATHDRUM PARKS AND RECREATION

Be kind

Friday morning I take a walk. Visiting my sister in the town of my birth, I walk by the house I was raised in, the alley shortcut I took coming home from school on rainy afternoons and the pool I cooled off in, on warm summer days. I walk by my kindergarten classroom and see the same slide I played on 48 years ago. I think of Ms. Baker, my kindergarten teacher. I close my eyes and faintly smell her rosy perfume, hear her high-pitch voice reminding me to play nicely with Gener Carr and am reminded of her simple guidance to, “Be kind.”

Vivian Mae Taylor, 93

Vivian Mae Taylor, 93, of Hayden, Idaho, passed on Nov. 9, 2016, at the Hospice House in Hayden. She was born on May 21, 1923, in Kansas City, Mo., to Busch and Bessie Newcomb (Edmonds). She grew up in Price, Utah, and attended Carbon County School District in her early years.

Sharing culture for Native American Heritage Month

Dancers from the Coeur d’Alene Tribe graced the floor of Lake City High School’s gym Tuesday morning in honor of Native American Heritage Month. Students and teachers alike got to see, hear and experience tribal tradition.

Massage cupping: An ancient technique with powerful results

The modern world of healing has embraced another wonderful ancient technique that has powerful results. Massage cupping bodywork is being used for many purposes, including helping with pain, inflammation, blood flow, relaxation and well-being, and as a type of deep-tissue massage.

Pickled herring inspires memories

Last week I accompanied my sister, Janna, on a shopping trip to Costco. In the interest of full disclosure, I may be one of the very few people who don’t have a Costco card or shop at the store. No particular reason except Bert and I are empty-nesters and have little desire to buy in bulk. It’s a sensory overload with aisle after aisle of things I could easily convince myself I can’t live without.

Idaho ranks fifth in volunteerism

Idaho ranks fifth in the nation in volunteering, according to the latest report on volunteerism by the Corporation for National and Community Service.

Tandy 'Ted' Graff, 74

The Calam Temple Potentate Tandy “Ted” Graff left this Earth, Friday, Nov. 11, 2016, of an apparent heart attack while on his last Harley ride of the season. Ted left home Friday morning to meet a friend and ride the Montana Scenic Triangle Loop. It was a glorious fall day. The air was crisp and full of adventure. Dressed to the hilt with leather chaps and all, he left with a twinkle in his eye and a song on the CD player. It was going to be a good day. Ted truly enjoyed himself on his motorcycle. To be outdoors, riding his bike or “Pushing for the Kids” is what Ted lived for and is the legacy he has left.

NORTHWEST NOTES: Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2016

North Idaho College setter Gay

PREP GIRLS BASKETBALL: Post Falls opens with high-scoring win

SANDPOINT — Melody Kempton poured in a game-high 25 points, and Post Falls used a 27-6 fourth quarter run to blow open a close game and beat the Sandpoint Bulldogs 85-59 in a nonleague game at Les Rogers Court on Tuesday.

Trump electors being harassed

While it’s unlikely an Electoral College insurrection will block Donald Trump from taking office as president, the president-elect’s detractors are giving it their best shot.

VETERANS: A grandson's thanks

Editor’s note: The following letter was sent to Coeur d’Alene’s Dick Gardner from his grandson for Veterans Day.

No headache is 'normal'

Headaches and migraines are so pervasive in society today that many people refer to headaches as a “normal headache”. There is no such thing as a “normal headache”. No headache is normal. All headaches are red flags signaling that something is wrong. To ignore it or to take a medication for it is like putting a piece of duct tape over the warning indicator light in your car. True, you can no longer see the light/feel the headache, but the problem is still there. Without correction, things can get worse.

VETERANS: Two-way gratitude

I want to take a moment to thank all the businesses in and around Coeur d’Alene for treating us Veterans to free meals and services on Veterans Day last Friday. I hope you all know how it makes us feel to be respected in such a wonderful way.

ALL-LEAGUE VOLLEYBALL

5A INLAND EMPIRE LEAGUE

Post Falls on good-growth trend

Mayor lauds teamwork in annual speech

POST FALLS — The River City continues to experience diverse growth as evidenced by the numbers Mayor Ron Jacobson presented in his third annual state of the city address.

Jefferson Sears Grunden, 78

Jefferson Sears Grunden, 78, of Hayden Lake, Idaho, died Nov. 7, 2016, while a patient at Kootenai Health in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. He was born Aug. 10, 1938, in Jersey City, N.J., to Wayne Isaac Grunden and Ruth Sears Grunden.

Pelvic health: Body balance after baby

A new baby, there is nothing better! Snuggling them, loving them and nurturing them becomes your new life. Suddenly the aches and pains of pregnancy and delivery are forgotten. But don't kid yourself this is no little feat that your body just went through to make this precious new addition. Your body goes through an amazing transformation to make your baby and if you are nursing them, you will still have hormones in your body after the birth of the baby. No wonder your body seems a little bit different or odd in its behavior. No wonder you have stiff shoulders, a cranky back or hips that pop around when you move. Maybe your bladder is a little leaky with laughing, sneezing or coughing. Maybe you have pain with intercourse or are completely disinterested in sex at all. Maybe you are constantly constipated after baby and you are wondering why because you never were before. Well we know what it's like and you are not alone.

THE FRONT ROW WITH JASON ELLIOTT: Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2016

A big win, and another ’Jacks moment

If Sunday’s game was any indication, it appears the Seattle Seahawks are back.

David C. Chesnut, 68

David C. Chesnut (Feb. 2, 1948 - Nov. 11, 2016), a retired small business owner, passed away peacefully at his home.

ELECTION: Rural does it

The rural population decided this election because they feel left out. They have spoken. Please do an article comparing “The Second Industrial Revolution” and the “Gilded Age” to where we are today. History repeats itself.

Stock up on fall superfoods

With the falling leaves and crisp air comes the wonderful time of fall harvest. Stock up on these seasonal superfoods this autumn for a fun twist on classic dishes:

Our Thanksgiving recommendations

We almost always have Thanksgiving at our home. It is one of those meals I love to cook and an occasion when Mary always creates a beautiful “tablescape.” The coziness of the cool fall day, the celebration of a purely American holiday, and a meal steeped in tradition but with ample breadth for creativity are the perfect backdrops for a real “lifestyle” celebration. Here are our recommendations for Thanksgiving.

SECEDE: Just try it

I hope Steve Cameron wrote his column, “Four nations, under God…” as a joke and not his real feelings on the matter. I never looked at Steve as a cry-baby sympathizer before. I know two people have filed a petition in Oregon to put secession on the ballot in 2018. All they need is 1,000 signatures to get it on the ballot. I don’t believe that will be difficult to do, considering all the cry-babies that are protesting in Portland.

PRESS: Patricks divisive duo

Thank you Carrie Graves and Vonda Kerr! Carrie, your editorial cartoon was the most heartwarming and politically un-biased statement I have ever seen. I believe it depicts how most of America wants to be. Sadly the divisive ones in the past we can thank the Coeur d’Alene Press editor Mike Patrick.

Kootenai Health announces new foundation president

Kootenai Health announced Julie Holt will join Kootenai Health Foundation as its president.

ELECTION: Come together

In the wake of the pending changes to our national leadership, the Board of Directors of the North Idaho Pride Alliance acknowledges the sadness, fear and anger that many LGBTQ+ people and their loved ones are experiencing. We encourage people to reach out to each other, offering support and creating hope where you may see despair. We will not fight hate with hate. We will not give power to fear and anger. We will stand together and we will create change. We are not giving up and we are not shrinking. Our community has worked too hard and too long to create a more just and safe place for all of us.

Linda Carol Nielsen, 72

Our sister, Linda Carol Nielsen, passed away Saturday, Nov. 5, 2016, at her home in Lewiston, Idaho. She was born Nov. 12, 1943, in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, to Andrew Lewis and Florence Hazel (Merrill) Nielsen.

Good deeds in Ghana

While most of us were voting to make the world a better place, a handful of North Idahoans were working to make the world a little bit better.

Chiefs lose on Seattle's three-goal third

SPOKANE — The Spokane Chiefs allowed three unanswered goals in the third period and lost 5-2 to the Seattle Thunderbirds on Tuesday night in Western Hockey League play in front of 3,317 at Spokane Arena.

Save a spot: Veterans Eagle Watch cruise reservations will be taken Thursday only

Each year, the Bureau of Land Management in partnership with the Idaho Department of Fish and Game and Lake Coeur d’Alene Cruises, offers military veterans, active duty personnel and their families an opportunity to view the nation’s great symbol – the bald eagle – aboard cruise boats on Lake Coeur d’Alene.

Legals November 15th, 2016

File No.: 329275 / SI No. 7061/Glander NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE On Thursday, February 16, 2017 at the hour of 10:30AM, of said day, in the office of Alliance Title & Escrow Corp. located at 2157 North Main Street, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814, Alliance Title & Escrow Corp., as successor trustee, will sell at public auction, to the highest bidder, for cash, cashiers check, certified check or tellers check, (from a bank which has a branch in the community at the site of the sale), money order, State of Idaho check or local government check, or cash equivalent in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the same time of sale, the following described real property, situated in the County of Kootenai, State of Idaho, and described as follows, to wit: Lot 5, Block 6, Robert's First Addition to Post Falls, according to the plat recorded in Book D of Plats, Page 60, records of Kootenai County, Idaho. THE TRUSTEE HAS NO KNOWLEDGE OF A MORE PARTICULAR DESCRIPTION OF THE ABOVE-DESCRIBED REAL PROPERTY, BUT FOR PURPOSES OF COMPLIANCE WITH IDAHO CODE, SECTION 60-113, THE TRUSTEE HAS BEEN INFORMED THAT THE STREET ADDRESS OF: 1602 North Compton Street, Post Falls, ID 83854, MAY SOMETIMES BE ASSOCIATED WITH SAID REAL PROPERTY. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty regarding title, possession or encumbrances to satisfy the obligation secured by and pursuant to the power of sale conferred in the deed of trust executed by Kevin S. Glander a single person , as Grantor to Alliance Title & Escrow Corp., as Successor Trustee, for the benefit and security of Federal National Mortgage Association ("Fannie Mae") , a corporation organized and existing under the laws of the United States of America as Successor Beneficiary, recorded November 27, 2007 as Instrument No. 2133418000, Mortgage records of Kootenai County, Idaho. THE ABOVE GRANTORS ARE NAMED TO COMPLY WITH SECTION 45-1506(4)(a), IDAHO CODE. NO REPRESENTATION IS MADE THAT THEY ARE, OR ARE NOT, PRESENTLY RESPONSIBLE FOR THIS OBLIGATION. The default for which this sale is to be made is failure to: Make principal and interest payments as set forth on said Deed of Trust and Promissory Note. The original loan amount was $118,000.00 together with interest thereon at the rate of 2.0000% per annum, as evidenced in Promissory Note dated November 21, 2007. Principal and interest payments are in default for the months of May 2016 through and including October 2016 in the amount of $383.04 per month and continuing each and every month thereafter until date of sale or reinstatement. The principal balance as of October 3, 2016 is $116,819.72 together with accrued and accruing interest thereon at the rate of 2.0000% per annum. In addition to the above, there is also due any late charges, advances, escrow collection fees, attorney fees, fees or costs associated with this foreclosure. The balance owing as of this date on the obligation secured by said deed of trust is $116,819.72, excluding interest, costs and expenses actually incurred in enforcing the obligations thereunder or in this sale, as trustee's fees and/or reasonable attorney's fees as authorized in the promissory note secured by the aforementioned Deed of Trust. Dated: October 14, 2016 Alliance Title & Escrow Corp. By: Bobbi Oldfield, Trust Officer Phone: 208-287-5108 This communication is on behalf of a debt collector and is an attempt to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. LEGAL 6535 NOVEMBER 1, 8, 15, 22, 2016

Regulations and review go well together

County Commissioner Marc Eberlein confirmed to some residents that he’s hopped aboard the Flat Earth Express with his desire to do away with building codes for Kootenai County residents wanting to construct their own homes.

2018 governor's race already is underway

By all the traditional political metrics, Lt. Governor Brad Little should be the prohibitive favorite to be Idaho’s next governor. For years he has traveled Idaho showing up at county fairs, board of education meetings, and always at Gov. Butch Otter’s side during the governor’s numerous “Capitol for a Day” sessions.

How governor's race was impacted election night

One of the pleasurable aspects of my job — if you want to call this “work” — is that it never ends. I’m already starting to look at the next election as the dust settles from President-elect Donald Trump’s earthshaking victory.

The next big local election

When next March rolls around, daily life, spring dreams and college hoops may be competing for your attention.

Fair audit draft ready next week

Jeri D. Cox-Wilson, 59

Jeri D. Cox-Wilson, 59, passed away on Nov. 10, 2016, at the Hospice House in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. She was born June 8, 1959, to Gene Brent Kremin and Marilyn Conrad Kremin in Pocatello, Idaho.

Ready to make the season bright

Coeur d’Alene is about to put on its Christmas glow.

Cd'A school officials set community meetings

School board members in Coeur d’Alene want the community’s opinion as they consider asking voters to approve two financial measures — a supplemental maintenance and operations levy and a bond — on a March ballot.

ASK ME ANYTHING by TOM NEUHOFF

Voters registered en masse on Tuesday

A look at area teams as season begins

Prep girls basketball

Several area high school girls basketball teams begin their seasons tonight.

Building permit backup

County sends plan reviews to California, Colorado.

Silverwood donates $100,000 to Children's Village

Every year hundreds of thousands of guests visit Silverwood Theme Park, and many take a ride on Silverwood’s signature train. While on the infamous Steam Train No. 7, guests are informed that any change given to Silverwood’s less-than-skillful train robbers will be donated to charity.

A show of souport

weather test

Legals November 14th, 2016

Lien Sale @ Body by Scotty 311 E. 3rd Ave. Post Falls, ID 83854 Monday 11/28/2016 2006 Chevy Cobalt Vin 1G1AK55F467840624 LEGAL 6597 NOV 14, 21, 2016

Not quite done with fall sports just yet

The Front Row

The high school girls basketball season dribbles into full swing this week, but the fall sports season isn’t over quite yet.

Press editorial: But first, let's pay our debts

President-elect Donald Trump has promised to build a wall between the U.S. and Mexico, dismantle Obamacare and boot NAFTA from New York to South America.

American Legion dedicates vintage flag to neighboring church

White Christmas more than likely in North Idaho

Weather or Not

We’re into the full moon cycle this week and temperatures are expected to get colder across the Inland Empire. There is still the chance for some snow showers in the lower elevations during this full moon cycle that began today and ends on Nov. 20, thanks to the invasion of chilly air from the north. The mountain areas are also expected to see some of the white stuff, but we’re not sure it’s going to be enough to open many of the ski resorts during the Thanksgiving holiday weekend.

LEGAL POTHOLE, Part 2

Schools, prosecutors ponder cloudy future with marijuana

Which date do you think will be closest to Coeur d'Alene's first measurable snowfall of the season (1 inch or more)?

White Christmas Chances

Chiefs top Everett

NIC WRESTLING: Great Falls tops Cardinals

PREP GIRLS BASKETBALL: Timberlake runs past Sandpoint

PREP CROSS COUNTRY: Shanahan 28th at Nike Northwest Regionals

STATE 2A FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: 'Jacks headed to 2A title game thanks to late defensive stands

State football playoff scores, schedules

THE FRONT ROW WITH MARK NELKE: Sunday, Nov. 13, 2016

Season to remember in area college football

Idaho, Washington State, Eastern Washington, Boise State and the University of Washington are all enjoying winning seasons — and some are in the midst of exceptional seasons in college football.

ELECTION: Buck up, Democrats

To those whimpering over the results of the recent election I extend my condolences for the loss of your pacifiers. If I may offer a suggestion: Exhibit a dash of maturity as we conservatives did when you forced that snake-oil salesman, Obama, down our throats. Trump may be able to undo some of his worst absurdities and that will benefit even you. At least we can all rejoice over the defeat of that power-mad incompetent, Hillary, although I fear she will continue to annoy us for at least another decade.

ELECTION: Colleges not helping

Those of us blessed with even a little common sense are ecstatic with the results of the election. However, I am very worried and disturbed by the number of mentally challenged Democrats participating in the destructive demonstrations around the country. The fact that many of these demonstrators are reportedly college educated individuals only confirms my long held belief that the liberal “educators” in our schools and colleges are contributing to the demise of our country by infecting our young people with ideas that have no rational basis in fact.

Bob Martin: A soldier with heart

IN PERSON

Bob Martin, the commander of Coeur d’Alene Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 889, laughs easily and cares deeply about the work he’s doing with the veterans organization.

The new employment deal. 20% of American workers have signed non-compete clauses in employees' contracts

ELECTION: Yahweh 1, Press 0

My husband and I watched the elections until we couldn’t keep our eyes open, we knew from what we had seen that Donald Trump had won the election! We were so excited and confident that he had won, we decided to go to bed.

Late autumn paradise at Dover Bay and Marina Town

Neighborhood of the Week

Sure, summer is great at the Dover Bay waterfront community. But fall is also something to see.

Growth continues

So much for the fall slowdown of the real estate market. Well into the school year, hunting season and changing colors we see activity in our local market continuing to outperform the previous year. Staff has just completed and released the latest production statistics for the Coeur d’Alene Multiple Listing Service covering real estate activity in the most populated portion of the Idaho Panhandle.

ELECTION: Adios to the elites

This message is for the “holier than thou” elites and protesters that threatened to leave the country if Donald Trump was elected. It is my fervent hope they will all make good on their threats. Many of us stand ready to help them pack and wish them well in finding a country where their superior knowledge and intellect will be better appreciated.

LEGAL POTHOLE

Teacher’s marijuana charges show more smoke than fire

Does giving ring a bell? The Salvation Army looking for N. Idaho volunteers.

“Teacher says, every time a bell rings, an angel gets his wings.” — Zuzu Bailey, It’s a Wonderful Life

Yes, non-smokers get lung cancer too. Early detection critical in fighting deadly disease.

In the spring of 2015, Lorretta Griffis’ nagging cough wouldn’t go away. For several weeks, her doctor had tried antibiotics and various cough medicines to no avail.

ELECTION: Concern for tomorrow

My concern is for my grandchildren. I am a white born-again evangelical Christian. I love Jesus Christ, but I now feel concern.

Community Thanks November 13, 2016

Make your attitude one of gladitude, not saditude

Ten-year-old Billy stumbled while boarding the school bus one morning and bruised his cheek on the stair. But he got up, brushed himself off, looked out at his dad, who was at the bus stop, and gave him a thumbs-up.

ELECTION: Make life better

Will someone please explain what “privileged white American” means? According to everything I am reading, they need to shut up, have no say in what is going on in this country and cannot relate to “how horrible” the situation is with the presidential outcome.

Richard E. Sauter, 84

ELECTION: Deplorables win!

I am so happy the average man was finally heard. To say that justice finally triumphs over evil and the corruption she and her husband has been engaged in for years. What a relief not to hear anymore scandals about them four the next four years.

Legals November 12th, 2016

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Case NO. CV-16-7839 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: DORIS DEA LONG, Deceased. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Russell A. Long has been appointed Personal Representative of the Estate of DORIS DEA LONG. All persons having claims against the Decedent or her Estate are required to present their claims within four (4) months after the date of the first publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must be presented to the undersigned at the address indicated, and filed with the Clerk of the Court. /S/ Randall C. Probasco Attorney for Personal Representative P.O. Box 1148 Coeur d'Alene, Idaho 83816-1148 LEGAL 6566 NOVEMBER 5, 12, 19, 2016

NIC ROUNDUP: Cardinal women fall in semifinals

• WOMEN’S SOCCER

State prep football playoff scores, schedules

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VANDAL FOOTBALL: Slow the QB, and perhaps a bowl awaits

Senior quarterback Tyler Jones has completed 64.5 percent of his passes this season for Texas State, throwing for 1,894 yards and 10 touchdowns, with 10 interceptions.

THE FRONT ROW WITH JASON ELLIOTT: Saturday, Nov. 12, 2016: Their senior moment

Lake City duo ready to take that D-1 leap

After losing five seniors to graduation on the heels of a fourth-place finish in the state 5A girls basketball tournament, the Lake City Timberwolves will appear a little younger in experience with its underclassmen.

NORTHWEST NOTES: Saturday, Nov. 12, 2016

St. Maries to face Bear Lake

Celebrating our oldest veterans

Ralph Ward is one of the lucky ones, according to retired Maj. Christina Kirkland. World War II was one of the deadliest wars, and at 101 years old, all Ward could say was: “Well, I’m glad I’m alive.”

Capitol tree spruces up holiday spirit in Cd'A

Christmas came early to Coeur d’Alene.

Aging and strength training

Getting older can be amazing and rewarding in many aspects, but it can also be one of the most depressing realizations adults will face in life. The physical nature of aging can lead to loss of strength, muscle mass and mobility. In fact, as we age we tend to develop sedentary behaviors that lead to the onset of many unfortunate health conditions.

Educate our educators

In spite of the sincere efforts of our K-12 educators in the state of Idaho, there is a lack of student mental stimulation, therefore, students are not motivated toward further learning. From my perspective, our teachers have the student’s best interest at heart, and they do the best they can. I suspect the crux of teachers’ failed attempts of producing students eager to further their education, once graduated from high school, lies indirectly with administration. I feel sure the Idaho students, had they received excellent learning skills from K-12 grades, would not be at the bottom of the barrel according to the U.S. educational evaluation system.

Commish questions building codes

Idaho property owners should be able to construct their own homes without adhering to building codes.

Bell, yes! Veterans Day rings loud, clear

COEUR d'ALENE — Jim Shepperd's white-gloved hands wielded a heavy hammer to ring the Veterans Bell in McEuen Park 11 times.

Floating above it all

Riders warming to the ease of use of fat bikes — in all conditions

It’s official: wider is better.

'All one unit for the common good'

Hayden Veterans Day ceremony stirs emotions

HAYDEN — Veteran Hal Donahue was greeted with questions on Friday — and he couldn't have been happier.

Linda Schmidt, 66

Linda Marie (Shepperd) Schmidt, 66, of Rathdrum, Idaho, passed away Nov. 8, 2016, at Kootenai Health in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. She was born March 30, 1950, in Coeur d’Alene to James and Janice (Stoddard) Shepperd.

Nephilim giants: History or hoax?

Our family looks forward to “History Corner” on Sundays by Journalist Syd Albright! Syd loves history and has the ability to make history fun and interesting for the reader.

Rountree loves Rathdrum and Rathdrum loves her

Rathdrum Chamber honors community’s finest

The Rathdrum Chamber of Commerce didn’t have to look far to find the 2016 Rathdrum Citizen of the Year.

Legals November 11th, 2016

STORAGE AUCTION NOTICE Notice is hereby given, pursuant to Idaho code 45-805, that on November 12, 2016 a PUBLIC AUCTION shall be held (to satisfy liens, recover unpaid rents and other charges) entire contents of UNIT #71 belonging to Adrienne Dziemieszko last known address 4525 Santa Monica ave. N Las Vegas. Amount owing is $315 for three months past rent and late fees. Contents 2000 VW Cabrio CAR. Sealed bids between 9:00 AM and 4:30 on November 12, 2016. At A1 SELF STORAGE 20863 West Highway 53 Rathdrum ID. (208) 818-6165 (208)687-0145. LEGAL 6561 NOV 5, 11, 2016

Ceremonies to honor veterans

HAYDEN — A ceremony honoring veterans will be held at 11 a.m. today at City Hall.

MEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: Guards Sanders, Callendret supply the grit for Idaho

MOSCOW — In combat sports such as boxing and wrestling, two teammates of similar size and caliber often improve faster than other members of their squad, simply because they’re constantly sharpening each other’s skills and tenacity during workouts.

Nation turns its back on veterans

Veterans make up less than 9 percent of the U.S. population, yet they account for 18 percent of the nation’s suicides.

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DIVORCES FILED

Is your news fake? Anything goes online

With the disturbing yet ever-increasing use of social media for news, readers must learn to better discern the difference between reliable news sources and biased, or fake, news. The speed of this internet-dependent world makes this challenging.

CHURCH: Speak freely, please

By the time this letter is published the election will be over and it should be decided who our president-elect is. However, I would still like to address Ms. Holmes’ concern about the church and politics.

Author Jack Castle: The story behind the story

Jack Castle will talk about translating real-life adventures into his latest novel, “White Death,” at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 15, at the Community Library Network in Hayden.

THE FRONT ROW WITH BRUCE BOURQUIN: Friday, Nov. 11, 2016

Sandpoint transfer does swimmingly at Cd’A

A funny thing happened this past week that has never occurred in my 10-year career as a sports columnist and 15 years as a sports reporter for three different daily newspapers.

Sheriff's Log

The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office received 82 calls for service between 6 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 9, and 5:59 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 10

Movers and Shakers

Russack named new director

POEM: Tribute to veterans

Yes I’m a veteran through and through,

City hall closures

COEUR d'ALENE — Coeur d’Alene City Hall and other city facilities will be closed today in observation of Veterans Day.

'Books make the world go round'

Boxes of books flow in and out of Linda Rohlinger’s house all of November and into December. They pile high on her dining room table with titles like “The Giving Tree,” “Harold and the Purple Crayon” and “The Poky Little Puppy.”

Brothers in arms? Nope; first cousins

Men who fought in Vietnam didn’t know the other existed

They were brothers in arms, engaged in combat at the same time, in the same place.

Third time's a charm for 'First Date'

COEUR d’ALENE — Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre figures the third time is the charm as it is offering a third run for the very popular show, "First Date."

All-Inland Empire League football

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Charges piled on alleged killer

Hutto now charged with first-degree murder, kidnapping, arson, robbery

COEUR d'ALENE — Kootenai County prosecutors have filed new charges against David Earl Hutto, the man accused of murdering William "Bo" Kirk. In a superseding indictment that was filed late Wednesday, Hutto, who was originally charged with second-degree murder, is now charged with murder in the first degree.

CAMERON COLUMN: 'Four nations, under God ...'

Maybe we should blame Abe Lincoln.

Windstorm damage building permit deadline Nov. 18

Resolution allows homeowners to do repairs easier

COEUR d'ALENE — In November 2015 Kootenai County commissioners passed a resolution to allow Community Development Director David Callahan to implement accelerated building permit procedures to more efficiently issue building permits for work necessary to remedy damage to structures caused by the windstorm.

'Dr. Strange' throws magic at Marvel formula

Back in 2011, many questioned the blockbuster viability of Marvel’s “Thor,” a movie about a guy with a magic hammer. Nordic mythology wasn’t exactly well tested at the box office, but the Marvel machine used the film to pivot into even more cosmic territory.

KEC: About those rates

The Coeur d’Alene Press recently ran an article about Kootenai Electric Cooperative’s (KEC) rates and our Service Availability Charge. I’d like to provide additional context to that story.

HEARN: Congrats to Paul

I want to thank the voters of Coeur d’Alene for their support of me in my run for the Idaho Legislature. I also want to thank Paul Amador for running an excellent race. He is a good man and I wish him the very best and I know that he will be an excellent Representative for District 4.

MEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: After losing final 17 last season, Year 3 'pivotal' for WSU's Kent

PULLMAN — When athletic director Bill Moos triggered the rollover clause in Ernie Kent’s contract last March, effectively keeping Washington State’s basketball coach in Pullman through 2021 on a base annual salary of $1.4 million, it was first and foremost a vote of confidence from AD to skipper.

Post Falls chlorinating water

POST FALLS — The city of Post Falls is chlorinating its water system this month as part of routine fall maintenance.

Painting pictures, painting with words

POST FALLS — In just a few strokes of a paintbrush, Veldonna Armstrong is transported to wherever her mind’s eye takes her.

That's a lot of pot; 83 pounds of marijuana found during traffic stop

A traffic stop turned into a major drug bust Thursday in Shoshone County.

Coming Sunday: Election aftermath letters to the editor - like this one

ELECTION: Yahweh 1, Press 0

Legals November 10th, 2016

NOTICE OF PROPOSED CHANGE OF WATER RIGHT TRANSFER NO. 81271 CITY OF RATHDRUM, 8047 W MAIN ST, RATHDRUM, ID 83858-9287; has filed Application No. 81271 for changes to the following water rights within KOOTENAI County(s): Right No(s). 95-10175, 95-11426, 95-16371, 95-16378, 95-16386, 95-16466, 95-4403, 95-7047, 95-7881; to see a full description of these rights and the proposed transfer, please see www.idwr.idaho.gov/apps/wr/QueryNewTransfers/QueryNewTransfers.asp.. The purpose of the transfer is to change a portion of the above rights as follows: This transfer proposes to add a new point of diversion to the City of Rathdrum's existing groundwater rights in the SE1/4NE1/4 of Section 12, Twp 51N, Rge 05W. For additional information concerning the property location, contact Northern Region office at (208) 762-2800. Protests may be submitted based on the criteria of Idaho Code Sec. 42-222. Any protest against the proposed change must be filed with the Department of Water Resources, Northern Region, 7600 Mineral Drive, Suite 100, Coeur D' Alene ID 83815 together with a protest fee of $25.00 for each application on or before 11/21/2016. The protestant must also send a copy of the protest to the applicant. GARY SPACKMAN, Director LEGAL 6551 NOVEMBER 3, 10, 2016

Utility guys were actually police

Cd’A Police operation to reduce speeding on Third Street

COEUR d'ALENE — Depending how fast you were driving down Third Street Wednesday morning, the two men you zipped past in a 10-foot high aerial bucket probably looked like utility workers.

Otter: Trump will 'bring $ home'

Governor makes Address to the Business Community

COEUR d’ALENE — Idaho is a complicated state.

Holiday bazaars scheduled

Holiday shopping goes local each year with a slew of craft fairs and gift bazaars that take place throughout the area.

NORTHWEST NOTES: Thursday, Nov. 10, 2016

Gonzaga lands Kispert

AT COLLEGE: Thursday, Nov. 10, 2016

Brady Ulen

Stanley Henry Huff, 87

Beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and brother, Stanley Henry Huff, 87, of Osburn, Idaho, passed away Nov. 7, 2016, at the family home in Osburn. He was born Feb. 10, 1929, in Roberts, Idaho. Stan was the son of Henry and Bertha (Fritz) Huff.

The lingering effects of Agent Orange

Veteran Services Transparency hopes to bring awareness to cause

COEUR d’ALENE — The effects of war are far and wide. For veterans, that includes PTSD, depression, unemployment, and homelessness to name a few.

ITD recruiting North Idaho volunteers

Free coffee, a cleaner community and a safer highway is a trifecta the North Idaho region of the Idaho Transportation Department is banking on in calling for residents to get involved in its volunteer services programs. These services include litter pickup regionwide and the free coffee program at the Huetter Rest Area, located 8 miles into Kootenai County, between Post Falls and Coeur d’Alene on Interstate 90.

Sheriff's Log

The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office received 400 calls for service between 6 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 8, and 5:59 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 9

DISTRICT 1 CROSS COUNTRY

BOYS

Cd'A tackles food truck code

COEUR d'ALENE — After almost two years of preparation, the city of Coeur d'Alene has created proposed code changes that will regulate how mobile vendors such as food trucks operate within city limits.

Health advisory issued for Black Lake

Panhandle Health District, the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality and the Coeur d’Alene Tribe have issued a health advisory for Black Lake. PHD is urging the public to use caution when recreating in or near the water.

The people's tree to visit Cd'A

Spruce will be between First and Second streets on Sherman Avenue

COEUR d’ALENE — Friday morning, the U.S. Capitol Christmas tree, en route from Idaho to Washington, D.C., will stop in Coeur d’Alene so everyone can see it.

THE FRONT ROW WITH MARK NELKE: Thursday, Nov. 10, 2016

Vikings by the numbers; Hawks search for answers

So, just like that, in less than 24 hours, we went from four local teams in the state high school football playoffs to just one — St. Maries.

BOWLING SCORES: Thursday, Nov. 10, 2016

MEN

ALL-INTERMOUNTAIN LEAGUE FOOTBALL

Most Valuable Player — Brandon Hausladen, sr., Timberlake

Kenneth W. Graves, 98

Kenneth W. Graves passed away Nov. 6, 2016, in Spokane, Wash. Born Jan. 23, 1918, in Eau Claire, Wis., to parents William Graves and Olga Thompson.

Soroptimist of Cd'A to honor seven women at awards luncheon

Local ladies will shine Nov. 18

COEUR d’ALENE — For more than 30 years, Soroptimist International of Coeur d'Alene has honored the accomplishments of local women in their fields of interest and work and for their dedication to serving others.

Records

DIVORCES FILED

PIGSKIN PROGNOSTICATORS: Pickers penalized for not being presidential

In case you hadn’t noticed, these prognosticators are pretty good.

Detectives seek public's help in deaths of mother, 2 children

The Kootenai County Sheriff's Office seeks assistance from the public on the recent deaths of a woman and her two children found deceased in Fernan Lake.

VANDAL NOTES: Listening to someone who's been there

Idaho players were pleasantly surprised last Thursday when former Vandal great Mike Iupati stopped by, during his bye week with the Arizona Cardinals, to speak to the team.

Republicans rule local elections

The Kootenai County Elections Department didn’t finish counting ballots until 4:51 a.m. Wednesday.

Election featured fabulous firsts

America will have to wait for its first woman president, but feminists and those tracking other firsts in our nation’s development may take heart. Others of our gender marked several historical firsts in American public office Tuesday. Together they comprise a reminder that our melting pot is shifting, and the nation’s collective face will soon no longer be definable by one set of characteristics.

Legals November 9th, 2016

File No.: 327504 / FC50818/Yankey/0726 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE On Friday, February 24, 2017 at the hour of 10:30AM, of said day, in the office of Alliance Title & Escrow Corp. located at 2157 North Main Street, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814, Alliance Title & Escrow Corp., as successor trustee, will sell at public auction, to the highest bidder, for cash, cashiers check, certified check or tellers check, (from a bank which has a branch in the community at the site of the sale), money order, State of Idaho check or local government check, or cash equivalent in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the same time of sale, the following described real property, situated in the County of Kootenai, State of Idaho, and described as follows, to wit: Lot 18 in Block 12 of First Addition to Mountain View Terrace, according to the official plat thereof, filed in Book D of Plats at Page(s) 178 official records of Kootenai County, Idaho. THE TRUSTEE HAS NO KNOWLEDGE OF A MORE PARTICULAR DESCRIPTION OF THE ABOVE-DESCRIBED REAL PROPERTY, BUT FOR PURPOSES OF COMPLIANCE WITH IDAHO CODE, SECTION 60-113, THE TRUSTEE HAS BEEN INFORMED THAT THE STREET ADDRESS OF: 3699 West Elk Drive, Post Falls, ID 83854, MAY SOMETIMES BE ASSOCIATED WITH SAID REAL PROPERTY. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty regarding title, possession or encumbrances to satisfy the obligation secured by and pursuant to the power of sale conferred in the deed of trust executed by Edward J. Yankey II and Robin L. Yankey husband and wife, as Grantor to Alliance Title & Escrow Corp., as Successor Trustee, for the benefit and security of Selene Finance LP as Successor Beneficiary, recorded September 12, 2007 as Instrument No. 2121285000, Mortgage records of Kootenai County, Idaho. THE ABOVE GRANTORS ARE NAMED TO COMPLY WITH SECTION 45-1506(4)(a), IDAHO CODE. NO REPRESENTATION IS MADE THAT THEY ARE, OR ARE NOT, PRESENTLY RESPONSIBLE FOR THIS OBLIGATION. The default for which this sale is to be made is failure to: Make principal and interest payments as set forth on said Deed of Trust and Promissory Note. The original loan amount was $125,352.00 together with interest thereon at the rate of 6.5000% per annum, as evidenced in Promissory Note dated August 31, 2007. Principal and interest payments are in default for the months of February 2016 through and including October 2016 in the amount of $792.31 per month and continuing each and every month thereafter until date of sale or reinstatement. The principal balance as of October 17, 2016 is $110,186.82 together with accrued and accruing interest thereon at the rate of 6.5000% per annum. In addition to the above, there is also due any late charges, advances, escrow collection fees, attorney fees, fees or costs associated with this foreclosure. The balance owing as of this date on the obligation secured by said deed of trust is $110,186.82, excluding interest, costs and expenses actually incurred in enforcing the obligations thereunder or in this sale, as trustee's fees and/or reasonable attorney's fees as authorized in the promissory note secured by the aforementioned Deed of Trust. Dated: October 25, 2016 Alliance Title & Escrow Corp. By: Bobbi Oldfield, Trust Officer Phone: 208-287-5108 This communication is on behalf of a debt collector and is an attempt to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. LEGAL 6542 NOVEMBER 2, 9, 16, 23, 2016

Avoiding winter 'bugs'

As we progress into winter with all of its various maladies, prevention is our first line of defense. It is said that “the best defense is a good offense” that is never so true as it is for the immune system.

Local GOP rides national success

Dr. Charles J. Clock Jr., 82

Dr. Charles J. Clock Jr. EdD, passed away peacefully at his home in Post Falls, Idaho, on Oct. 28, 2016. He was born in Redlands, Calif., to Dr. Charles J. Clock Sr. and Emasue McDaniel.

TOELLE: Story suggests innocence

Unfortunately I had to read the news about Dr. Stanley Toelle in the Spokesman-Review, and not the Coeur d’Alene Press. I have always believed Dr. Toelle was innocent. I have known him for many years. He is one of the kindest men I have met. I was thrilled on what I read about his wife willing to testify on his behalf, and admit that Dr. Toelle was not aware of the things she was doing in various states. I so hope he is proven innocent, and is reinstated as a doctor, and gets to return to his practice in Coeur d’Alene. I am just one of many people who believe in him. Please keep The Press up to date on Dr. Toelle.

Records

John Charles Bedini, 67

John Charles Bedini, 67, passed away unexpectedly on Nov. 5, 2016. He was born in Glendale, Calif., on July 13, 1949, to Rosalee and Alex Bedini.

CHURCH: Speak up, leaders

Another letter Sunday about the pastor at Candlelight expressing his opinion on the platforms of the candidates in this year’s election. None of this will sway anyone on either side, but this has gone on too long. It’s about time the leaders of our churches, under siege for AT LEAST the last eight years from government sources and people in the community who disagree with the beliefs, spoke up. Look what happened to The Little Sisters of the Poor and their hospital, for which they asked for and received NO government funding. They had to spend thousands, maybe more than that, defending their freedom to provide or deny services to patients, who, by the way, can receive these same services from Planned Parenthood, or other sources…public hospitals? This was done to “comply with the standards of Obamacare.”

Joan E. Duggan, 85

Joan E. Duggan, of Post Falls, passed away Saturday, Nov. 5, 2016, at home, after a long illness, and 22 days after the death of her husband of 63 years, James C. Duggan. She was 85 years old.

Sheriff's Log

THE FRONT ROW WITH JASON ELLIOTT: Wednesday, Nov. 9, 2016

Tefft helping build winning tradition in St. Maries

Last year, the St. Maries Lumberjacks had two losses.

Veterans and voting, grateful for both

The opening narration of the PBS American Experience “The Battle of the Chosin” airing this month ... “In the last days of November 1950, twelve-thousand men of the First Marine Division, along with a few thousand Army soldiers, found themselves trapped high in the mountains of North Korea, near a reservoir called Chosin. Their leaders had been caught off guard by the sudden entrance of the People's Republic of China into the five-month old Korean War. The Americans were surrounded, outnumbered, and at risk of annihilation. The two-week battle that followed is among the most momentous in U.S. history. It helped set the course of American foreign policy in the Cold War and beyond. And it remains one of the most renowned in Marine Corps annals.”

School district seeks attendance zone help

The Coeur d’Alene School District Board of Trustees is looking for community members to help map out new attendance zones in preparation for the opening of the Hayden Lake Elementary School.

Agent Orange presentation today

Dick Phenneger, the founder and president of the nonprofit Veterans Services Transparency, is giving a presentation today on the lasting effects of Agent Orange on Vietnam veterans in North Idaho.

Leanne Marie (Farnsworth) Neuman, 64

Leanne Marie (Farnsworth) Neuman, 64 years old, passed away at her home in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, on Nov. 1, 2016. She was also known as Lenny, Mom and Nana.

PLOWS: Here's a solution

In regard to the very understandable concern addressed in the “Plows, Don’t block us in” letter from Carol Morrisen, there is a very readily available answer to this real problem, that fortunately, for us in Coeur d’Alene, is already in use by our evidently more up-to-date and citizen sensitive city street department, for which we are very appreciative.

ELECTION: Women's health wildcard

The other day I was watching the movie “The Godfather.” There was a scene where Michael Corleone’s daughter was asking the Godfather if the power he had given her in control of his foundation was real and she was not just a figurehead.

Gary Alexander Bedini, 64

Gary Alexander Bedini, 64, passed away on Nov. 5, 2016. He was born in Rochester, N.Y., on Nov. 17, 1951, to Rosalee and Alex Bedini.

What is causing your headache?

If you really want to get rid of your headaches and other migraine symptoms, I may be able to help you. If we can properly identify the CAUSE of your headaches, we may be able to transform your life. You may be able to live free from the pain — you could live without limits on what you can be and what you can do!!

ELECTION: Question voting policies

I’m writing this in an effort to be completely honest and transparent. In recent weeks I authored a letter in the Coeur d’Alene Press alleging potential voting fraud using electronic voting machines connected to George Soros. Under my article, in bold script the Coeur d’Alene Press denounced its validity. I contacted Mike Patrick who relayed his only validity source was the DREs manufacturer.

MaryAnn Pooley Pierce, 84

The skinny on steel cut oats

It seems like nearly every week the media presents a new SUPERFOOD: an item that has gained attention and is heavily advertised. As part of the superfood craze, media reports that these foods MUST be eaten to: achieve optimal health, lose vast amounts of weight in a short amount of time, lose belly fat, gain muscle, have glowing skin and hair, gain energy, and basically become SUPER human! Although we can’t pinpoint foods as “superfoods,” we can talk about properties of foods and their proposed benefits. As a side note, the reason foods should not be called “superfoods” is because not one food can cure ailments. Foods work together in the body to enhance their benefits. Therefore, it is so important to include a variety of healthy foods to reduce risk for chronic disease.

Say no more razor burn!

With the right wavelength, appropriate settings and accurately spaced time between treatments, laser hair removal is incredibly effective and results in 90 percent permanent hair reduction. Many patients ask why this is not 100 percent. The fact is, as we age, we go through hormonal changes. These hormonal changes can trigger new hair growth patterns. Sometimes women will produce hair growth on their face after menopause.

Turkeys for All donates a rafter to food bank

Turkeys for All donated more than $8,400 to the Community Action Partnership food bank to buy turkeys and dinner items so it can feed 1,500 families in Kootenai County over Thanksgiving.

GOP: When will we learn?

Aah yes… The day after our punch drunk love affair with our Republican political outsider losing has come. Did HRC beat the DT two to one in electoral votes as I feared? 352 to 186?

Vintage still matters

The growing conditions in any given year can vary wildly by region and versus previous or subsequent years. We understand too though the argument of buying producer over vintage. There are some wineries and winemakers who figure out a way to make good wine no matter how challenging the conditions. Even for this top tier of producers though and more so for all the rest of the winemakers vintage matters, it is why wines taste different from every year. They may still all be good wines but they will be different, and therefore may not appeal to your palate in the same way.

Regional cooking

Cooking is scientific, culturally specific and artistic. The manner in which a chef or home cook manipulates food creates a feast, quick meal, celebration or aberration. An onion can be “bloomed” and deep-fried to create a greasy, flour-fried heart stopping death bomb or braised then caramelized topping a bison burger that turns the traditional American burger into something special.

PHOTO: Bad taste, Press

Looking at Friday’s front-page photo, I know it was to possibly get a reaction, but did anyone think about how the surviving family members feel at all? How would you like to wake up and see that photo? Instead of backing off a little bit, you even take that photo. Made my heart ache as the parent of two kids. Especially the pain the family is going through.

Discussing diabetes

Young advocate meets with Sen. Crapo to talk funding, legislation

RED REVOLT: Trump leads GOP sweep

County races up for grabs

ELECTION 2016: Statewide races

Legals November 8th, 2016

File No.: 329275 / SI No. 7061/Glander NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE On Thursday, February 16, 2017 at the hour of 10:30AM, of said day, in the office of Alliance Title & Escrow Corp. located at 2157 North Main Street, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814, Alliance Title & Escrow Corp., as successor trustee, will sell at public auction, to the highest bidder, for cash, cashiers check, certified check or tellers check, (from a bank which has a branch in the community at the site of the sale), money order, State of Idaho check or local government check, or cash equivalent in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the same time of sale, the following described real property, situated in the County of Kootenai, State of Idaho, and described as follows, to wit: Lot 5, Block 6, Robert's First Addition to Post Falls, according to the plat recorded in Book D of Plats, Page 60, records of Kootenai County, Idaho. THE TRUSTEE HAS NO KNOWLEDGE OF A MORE PARTICULAR DESCRIPTION OF THE ABOVE-DESCRIBED REAL PROPERTY, BUT FOR PURPOSES OF COMPLIANCE WITH IDAHO CODE, SECTION 60-113, THE TRUSTEE HAS BEEN INFORMED THAT THE STREET ADDRESS OF: 1602 North Compton Street, Post Falls, ID 83854, MAY SOMETIMES BE ASSOCIATED WITH SAID REAL PROPERTY. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty regarding title, possession or encumbrances to satisfy the obligation secured by and pursuant to the power of sale conferred in the deed of trust executed by Kevin S. Glander a single person , as Grantor to Alliance Title & Escrow Corp., as Successor Trustee, for the benefit and security of Federal National Mortgage Association ("Fannie Mae") , a corporation organized and existing under the laws of the United States of America as Successor Beneficiary, recorded November 27, 2007 as Instrument No. 2133418000, Mortgage records of Kootenai County, Idaho. THE ABOVE GRANTORS ARE NAMED TO COMPLY WITH SECTION 45-1506(4)(a), IDAHO CODE. NO REPRESENTATION IS MADE THAT THEY ARE, OR ARE NOT, PRESENTLY RESPONSIBLE FOR THIS OBLIGATION. The default for which this sale is to be made is failure to: Make principal and interest payments as set forth on said Deed of Trust and Promissory Note. The original loan amount was $118,000.00 together with interest thereon at the rate of 2.0000% per annum, as evidenced in Promissory Note dated November 21, 2007. Principal and interest payments are in default for the months of May 2016 through and including October 2016 in the amount of $383.04 per month and continuing each and every month thereafter until date of sale or reinstatement. The principal balance as of October 3, 2016 is $116,819.72 together with accrued and accruing interest thereon at the rate of 2.0000% per annum. In addition to the above, there is also due any late charges, advances, escrow collection fees, attorney fees, fees or costs associated with this foreclosure. The balance owing as of this date on the obligation secured by said deed of trust is $116,819.72, excluding interest, costs and expenses actually incurred in enforcing the obligations thereunder or in this sale, as trustee's fees and/or reasonable attorney's fees as authorized in the promissory note secured by the aforementioned Deed of Trust. Dated: October 14, 2016 Alliance Title & Escrow Corp. By: Bobbi Oldfield, Trust Officer Phone: 208-287-5108 This communication is on behalf of a debt collector and is an attempt to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. LEGAL 6535 NOVEMBER 1, 8, 15, 22, 2016

Nation turns its back on veterans

Veterans make up less than 9 percent of the U.S. population, yet they account for 18 percent of the nation’s suicides.

Veterans in Idaho's gap deserve health coverage

This Veterans Day, let’s pause to consider ways that we can better care for the very Americans who have cared for us and our country by serving in our armed forces. One way that we, as Idahoans, can act to do this right away is by providing health care coverage to those who are excluded by other programs, including thousands of veterans who live right here in Idaho.

Tragedy's web reaches far and wide

Some readers’ eyes zeroed in on the blanketed bundle in a diver’s arms that could only mean one thing: tragedy.

Robert Dean Louthan, 76

On Nov. 4, 2016, the world lost a wonderful Husband, Father, Grandfather, Brother, as well as great friend to many.

Christmas for All sign-up starts Wednesday

The application period for the 2016 Press Christmas for All charity program begins Wednesday and ends Monday, Dec. 5.

Movers and shakers

Conroy joins Post Falls

Election missing a major voice

Shout-out to millennial adults, and their future. If you’re 18 to 30-something, please read on. If not, please spread word. Today.

U.S. ranks 108th on Happy Planet Index

No, this crazy and contentious election is not responsible for Americans’ angst, stress, discomfort, unpleasantness or sense of unease.

Veterans and voting, grateful for both

The opening narration of the PBS American Experience “The Battle of the Chosin” airing this month ... “In the last days of November 1950, twelve-thousand men of the First Marine Division, along with a few thousand Army soldiers, found themselves trapped high in the mountains of North Korea, near a reservoir called Chosin. Their leaders had been caught off guard by the sudden entrance of the People's Republic of China into the five-month old Korean War. The Americans were surrounded, outnumbered, and at risk of annihilation. The two-week battle that followed is among the most momentous in U.S. history. It helped set the course of American foreign policy in the Cold War and beyond. And it remains one of the most renowned in Marine Corps annals.”

'Unprecedented' turnout expected in North Idaho

RED REVOLT Trump leads GOP sweep

WASHINGTON — Donald Trump claimed his place Wednesday as America’s 45th president, an astonishing victory for the celebrity businessman and political novice who capitalized on voters’ economic anxieties, took advantage of racial tensions and overcame a string of sexual assault allegations on his way to the White House.

An open letter to our officials

Give Hunger the Bird fundraiser a success

Colfax couple wins Porsche, boat in Post Falls Food Bank raffle

Sign up for 4-H on Thursday

Open house at fairgrounds starts at 6 p.m.

GOP incumbents secure wins in Idaho

All three of Idaho's Republican congressional candidates have secured their bids for re-election against their Democratic challengers

Local GOP rides national success

COEUR d'ALENE — National election results fueled local optimism with Republican state legislative candidates Tuesday night, despite the lack of solid voting numbers in their own races.

Free Thanksgiving Day Meal seeks volunteers, donations

Mike and Vicki Hillicoss are once again leading the effort to provide a free Thanksgiving Day meal at Lake City Center in Coeur d’Alene.

Gas price plunge coming

The fall usually brings cheaper pump prices, a result of lower seasonal demand and the switchover to cheaper-to-produce winter grade fuel.

Sharon Dunn Blackburn, 87

Sharon Dunn Blackburn, 87, of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, passed away Nov. 6, 2016, after a sudden and brief illness. She was surrounded by loved ones and at peace. Sharon was born to the late Iris Dean Rupert and Robert Henry Dunn in Cherokee, Okla., in 1929.

County races up for grabs

COEUR d'ALENE — Bob Bingham and Ben Wolfinger had large early leads in Kootenai County races, while Todd Banducci jumped out on top to retain his North Idaho College board seat and Judge Clark Peterson had strong support during Tuesday night's general election.

Teacher controversy addressed at Cd'A school board meeting

The majority of the Lake City High School teaching staff attended Monday night’s Coeur d’Alene School District board meeting in protest of one of their own potentially being fired.

ELECTION 2016: Kootenai County races

Legals November 7th, 2016

File No.: 330902 Customer Ref No. 34671941 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE On February 6, 2017 at the hour of 10:30AM, of said day, in the office of Alliance Title & Escrow Corp. located at 2157 Main St., Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814. Alliance Title & Escrow Corp., as trustee, will sell at public auction, to the highest bidder, for cash, cashiers check, certified check or tellers check, (from a bank which has a branch in the community at the site of the sale), money order, State of Idaho check or local government check, or cash equivalent in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the same time of sale, the following described real property, situated in the County of Kootenai, State of Idaho, and described as follows, to wit: The South 10 feet of Lot 3, all of Lot 4 and the North 10 feet of Lot 5 in Block 38 of Spirit Lake, according to the official plat thereof, filed in Book B of Plats at Page (s) 143 Official Records of Kootenai County, Idaho. THE TRUSTEE HAS NO KNOWLEDGE OF A MORE PARTICULAR DESCRIPTION OF THE ABOVE-DESCRIBED REAL PROPERTY, BUT FOR PURPOSES OF COMPLIANCE WITH IDAHO CODE, SECTION 60-113, THE TRUSTEE HAS BEEN INFORMED THAT THE STREET ADDRESS OF: 32353 North 9th Avenue, Spirit Lake, ID 83869, MAY SOMETIMES BE ASSOCIATED WITH SAID REAL PROPERTY. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty regarding title, possession or encumbrances to satisfy the obligation secured by and pursuant to the power of sale conferred in the deed of trust executed by Michael D. Warner and Lisa C. Warner husband and wife, as Grantor to Alliance Title & Escrow Corp., as Trustee, for the benefit and security of The United States of America acting through the Rural Housing Service or successor agency, United States Department of Agriculture (formerly Farmers Home Administration or Rural Economic & Community Development as Beneficiary, recorded September 26, 2006 as Instrument No. 2057642000, Mortgage records of Kootenai County, Idaho. THE ABOVE GRANTORS ARE NAMED TO COMPLY WITH SECTION 45-1506(4)(a), IDAHO CODE. NO REPRESENTATION IS MADE THAT THEY ARE, OR ARE NOT, PRESENTLY RESPONSIBLE FOR THIS OBLIGATION. The default for which this sale is to be made is failure to: Make principal and interest payments as set forth on said Deed of Trust and Promissory Note. The original loan amount was $141,267.00 together with interest thereon at the rate of 6.2500% per annum, as evidenced in Promissory Note dated September 22, 2006. Payments are in default for the months of November 2015 through and including September 2016 in the amount of $567.48 per month and continuing each and every month thereafter until date of sale or reinstatement. The balance now due is $125,164.94 in Principal; Interest is $7,394.14 subsidy granted is $37,039.80 and fees currently assessed are $1,501.69 computed through September 1, 2016 with interest accruing thereafter at the daily rate of $21.5447. In addition to the above, there is also due any late charges, advances, escrow collection fees, attorney fees, fees or costs associated with this foreclosure. The balance owing as of this date on the obligation secured by said deed of trust is $162,204.74, excluding interest, costs and expenses actually incurred in enforcing the obligations thereunder or in this sale, as trustee's fees and/or reasonable attorney's fees as authorized in the promissory note secured by the aforementioned Deed of Trust. Dated: October 6, 2016 Alliance Title & Escrow Corp. By: Erica Braun, Trust Officer 877-947-1553 This communication is on behalf of a debt collector and is an attempt to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. LEGAL 6439 OCTOBER 17, 24, 31, 2016 NOVEMBER 7, 2016

Gloria Dawn Eld, 75

Gloria, a beloved mom, grandma and great-grandma, passed away peacefully on Oct. 21, 2016, at Kootenai Health. Gloria loved animals, sewing, reading and gardening. Gloria will be missed, but never forgotten.

Standing tall against cybercriminals. University of Idaho Coeur d'Alene offers risk assessments, training and workshops to local businesses and nonprofits.

Cyber crimes happen here everyday and the cases range from simple to sophisticated.

Cd'A's Curtis, Dietz capture state titles

Coeur d’Alene boys finish second, girls fifth

Spotlight on Cougar Gulch

Singletary enlightens dozens on history of rural Coeur d’Alene

NORTHWEST NOTES: Lake City girls soccer coach to speak to NIC boosters

Contra dance catching on in Coeur d'Alene area

NIC WRESTLING: Four Cardinals place at tourney

Standoff at church ends in suicide

Here's your Election Day primer

COEUR d'ALENE — On Tuesday, Kootenai County residents will join the rest of the nation in casting their votes for the candidates of their choice.

NIC WOMEN'S SOCCER: Lowery sends Cards to NWAC final four

STATE 3A FOOTBALL QUARTERFINALS: Gooding just too good for Timberlake

Senators pull away from Tigers in fourth quarter

STATE 2A FOOTBALL QUARTERFINALS: Here's what Brown did for Lumberjacks

Senior running back's big day sends St. Maries to 2A semis

IDAHO FOOTBALL: Saunders sparks Vandals

Idaho one win from bowl eligibility

Supporting his Spirit

IN PERSON: Steve Gibbs

The men and women who earned us desks

I want to share the story of a remarkable teacher who taught her students an unforgettable lesson. On the first day of school back in 2005, a social studies teacher named Martha Cothren gave her classes at Joe T. Robinson High School in Little Rock, Arkansas, something to think about.

Tammi Jo Kennedy, 49

Tammi Jo Kennedy passed away Oct. 24, 2016, at University of Washington Medical Center in Seattle.

PLOWS: Don't block us in

With winter approaching, I would like to address an issue that affects many people in the community.

JoAnne (Baillie) Roberge, 84

JoAnne Roberge passed away Nov. 3, 2016, with her family at her side. She was born in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, on Aug. 13, 1932, to Earl and Antoinette Baillie.

Community Thanks November 6, 2016

Much more than a meal

Meals on Wheels provides food, friendship for homebound seniors

Something pretty powerful happens when a sack containing nutritious food changes hands from a volunteer delivery driver to a Meals on Wheels client.

Milestone Announcements November 6, 2016

Wesley Spencer White, 81

Wesley Spencer White, 81, of Hayden Lake, Idaho, passed away peacefully on Friday, Oct. 21, 2016, at Hospice House in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. Wesley was born on April 20, 1935, in Denver, Colo., to Wesley T. and Maude White.

Is your agent an expert?

It happens in every industry. Individuals wanting to impress customers may talk too much and imply that they know more than they really do. The designations we discussed previously in this column do give agents a higher level of understanding on some critical issues but may not transfer to skills in other areas.

Popeye's coming to Post Falls

Business Bits

A Popeye’s Louisiana Kitchen eatery is under construction on the northeast corner of Highway 41 and Neufeld Lane (across from Wendy’s) in Post Falls.

THE FRONT ROW WITH MARK NELKE: Sunday, Nov. 6, 2016

How it happened for this Cub fan

When Steve Dunkle was in junior high, growing up in southern California, he had a Chicago Cubs hat he liked to wear.

MEN: Don't fall short

Men, we must step up and be willing to be the solution to the problem which we ourselves are causing.

FLAG: Restore Old Glory

Hi, My name is Ryle Chiono and I’m an eighth-grader at Lakeland Junior High. I walk by the Rathdrum Senior Center every morning and for at least the past couple of weeks, I have seen that their AMERICAN FLAG has been ripped to shreds! And I’m starting to get kind of frustrated!

ACCIDENT: Blame the cop

My daughter was driving to work when a woman rear-ended her, disabling my daughter’s car and totaling the woman’s car. She hit my daughter’s car at 55 mph. She was driving on a suspended license.

Hospital dancing to construction tunes

Kootenai Health continues operating with precision during upgrades

Pauline (Bonu) Dingman, 89

Pauline (Bonu) Dingman, 89, passed away Nov. 2, 2016, in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. She was born on Nov. 13, 1926, to Joseph and Theresa Bonu. Growing up in the Rathdrum/Chilco area she graduated from Rathdrum High School. On Nov. 15, 1947, she married Kenneth (Bob) Dingman.

CHURCH: Don't lose focus

On the many Candlelight Church letters…

A wonderful holiday tradition. Festival of Trees fundraiser helps improve health care facilities, expand services and technology.

Nothing brings a family or a community together better than decorating a Christmas tree.

Established Post Falls homes - down by the river

Neighborhood of the Week

You’ll need quite a few bucks to purchase riverfront property in Post Falls. Homes get a little more affordable if you can settle for being close.

Three hopes for the election

Don’t think for one second that fans in the stands for the World Series cared who the man or woman next to them would vote for on Tuesday.

THE FRONT ROW WITH JASON ELLIOTT: Saturday, Nov. 5, 2016

Panic not just for the athletes

You never know what the weather is going to do to the most important thing in sports.

STATE 4A FOOTBALL QUARTERFINALS: Hawks grounded by Blackfoot

Lakeland trickery not enough in 35-14 loss

Red Deer drops Spokane

STATE 5A FOOTBALL QUARTERFINALS: Vikings come up short at Eagle

Coeur d’Alene scores fast and often, but not enough to topple top-ranked Mustangs

NIC ROUNDUP: Cards sweep Treasure Valley

Vandals in good shape after bye

In his fourth season as Idaho coach, Paul Petrino talks about the “private victories” the Vandal program has achieved under his watch.

My annual cold and flu prevention tips

Each year for the last few years, I have written a column in the fall to address cold and flu prevention. I like to touch on the various aspects that are not always top of mind to prevent or at least minimize the effects of colds and flu.

Only 4 percent of Idahoans wanted Trump or Clinton

As someone who is heavily involved in elections, almost everyone I speak with will share their thoughts on the upcoming election. It’s often in the form of praise or critiques of the process, but the most common topic is the candidates.

Judge keeps Renfro public defenders

Records Nov. 5

Coeur d'Alene man a squirrel socializer

Holiday craft fairs slated

Holiday craft fairs begin today

Holiday shopping goes local each year with a slew of craft fairs and gift bazaars that take place throughout the area.

More turkeys needed for food bank

Today last day to give at Super 1 Foods

Thanksgiving is around the corner and Community Action Partnership Food Bank in Coeur d'Alene is stepping up to help make the holiday a special time for everyone.

DAR contest seeks parks and technology essays

Sheriff's Log

Clarence Elmer Haught, 83

Clarence Elmer Haught, a longtime resident of Coeur d’Alene and a retired administrator at North Idaho College, died Monday, Oct. 31, 2016, at home after a long period of failing health. He was 83. He was known for his woodworking and model airplane skills.

A heart for saving lives

KCFR ensures every Post Falls school has AED

About eight years ago, Paramedic Ryan Asher responded to a middle school student in cardiac arrest. He and his team, Kootenai County Fire and Rescue, did everything they could for the boy, but couldn’t bring him back.

Entertained exercise

A workout with music may be just the ticket for good mood and attitude.

Legals November 5th, 2016

STORAGE AUCTION NOTICE Notice is hereby given , pursuant to Idaho code 45-805, that on November 5, 2016 a PUBLIC AUCTION shall be held (to satisfy liens, recover unpaid rents and other charges) entire contents of UNIT #15 belonging to Don Schmidt last known address 6912 W. Tombstone, Rathdrum Id. Amount owing is $405 for three months past rent and late fees. ALSO BOAT and TRAILER plate number ID 7044 AW. Belonging to Mitch Mallauf at 2845 Sternwheeler, Port Collins Colorado. Amount owing is $185 for two months rent and late fees. Sealed bids between 9:00 AM and 4:30 on November 5,2016. At A1 SELF STORAGE 20863 West Highway 53 Rathdrum ID. (208) 818-6165 (208)687-0145. LEGAL 6528 NOVEMBER 1, 5, 2016

Find your inner elf

The classic Christmas movie “Elf” will come to life this holiday season in Coeur d’Alene.

CAMERON COLUMN: We've hit rock bottom

This election is making me angry.

Message for a united America

Last of three parts

ASK ME ANYTHING

Press readers are invited to send questions — about anything and everything; the weirder, the better — to former Coeur d’Alene resident and Hollywood comedy writer Tom Neuhoff. Send your questions to: tomlaughing@yahoo.com

HELP Center purchases its headquarters

Facility has leased building from city for seven years

St. Vincent de Paul has been serving North Idaho for 70 years. Now, it finally owns its own headquarters.

Update: Sheriff's office identifies adult, children found in submerged car

FERNAN LAKE VILLAGE — The bodies of an adult and two small children were recovered from a submerged car Thursday morning by rescue divers at the Fernan Lake boat launch.

Why America will not fail to accept the results of this election

Whether Donald Trump or Hillary Clinton wins the presidential election this year, America will accept the results of the election.

DEMOCRATS: Working for you

As a registered Republican for almost a decade, I know we have tried Republican legislators as leaders in Kootenai County and our state Legislature. This year it is time for a change.

Mitchell, Kaufman, Jurgens, Cheevers honored on state volleyball all-tourney teams

Lake City sophomores Klaire Mitchell (setter) and Ashley Kaufman (outside hitter) were named to the state 5A volleyball all-tournament team.

Victims in sunken car identified

Cd’A Press employee, her two toddlers drown in Fernan Lake

A Coeur d'Alene Press employee and her two young boys were identified Friday by the Kootenai County Sheriff's Office as the people who were found dead in a submerged car at the Fernan Lake boat launch on Thursday.

VOTE: Because it matters

Lillian Moore Lind is going to skip the place for president when she votes. That means Hillary will have to get one less vote on her ballot.

District 3 debate eyes land use

Attendees active in forum discussion

COEUR d'ALENE — Although he is unopposed on Tuesday’s election ballot, Chris Fillios gave a lengthy introduction to a room of 20 people Thursday at Java on Sherman.

Movers and shakers

Idaho Independent named

Obtaining lasting liberty

We are disappointed by the candidates we must choose in this election. We look at these two candidates and wonder how they got nominated. The answer to that question lies within us as a people.

Records

JUDGMENTS

The political gospel according to Paul

Thank goodness we’ve got a good old-fashioned religious fight to give us temporary relief from political warfare.

HISTORY: Report it accurately

Syd Albright does not have his ducks in a row. It seems to me like he is garnering his information from creationist museums. But that is neither here nor there. He quotes Josephus. Any historian can tell you that Josephus is considered a rather humorous figure. Froissart is considered the first journalist, although I think that is just due to the arrogance of Western Europeans. Josephus is the first Journalist, but he was a YELLOW journalist.

HILLARY: Opposition unmasked

Has anyone with a modicum of intelligence wondered why the emails from the Hillary Clinton’s campaign staff are being leaked like a broken sieve, while Donald Trump’s tax returns and HIS emails are safe and sound? Why the FBI director (an obvious GOP operative) who soundly chastised Hillary for her handling of her emails is now re-opening an investigation into her emails again? Why Benghazi is suddenly back in the news and a hot topic once again, even though millions of dollars of taxpayers money was spent on GOP hearings, ad nauseam? Why Donald Trump, an obnoxious, obscene and obsolete example of mankind, and a product of obsessive obstructionism by the GOP, is the favored of Wikileaks via Russia (who is determined to interfere in our election)?

CHURCH: Don't lose focus

On the many Candlelight Church letters…

Cash scratch fever

North Idaho public schools win more than $11K in Scratch for Schools event

Piles of scratch tickets filled the North Idaho College Christianson Gymnasium floor Wednesday as representatives from 56 North Idaho schools competed to be this year’s Scratch for Schools champion.

Cagematch!

Election edition — Battleground Tom

The votes are in — Only one can be the true American movie star… named Tom.

ABORTION: A campaign issue

If you have not already voted please think about these words. If you are pro-choice and believe in partial birth abortion then please go to the polls and vote for Hillary.

ELECTION: Your two choices

I get worried when I read about people deciding not to vote because they do not like either candidate. I would urge them to realize that one of these two people running will be elected president regardless of your individual action and it is the most important election we have had in years, if not ever. Failure to vote means you have given up one of the most important and sacred duties a citizen has. Many people have died obtaining and retaining this privilege. I am not enthusiastic about either candidate either but since one or the other will be elected regardless of my vote I want my vote to count so if we elect a disaster I can say I did or did not support it.

PREP FOOTBALL: Road-trippin' with playoffs in mind

Coeur d’Alene travels to Eagle tonight in state 5A quarterfinals

One reason the Coeur d’Alene High football team took a bus all the way to northern California for its season opener vs. Folsom was, in their quest to play tough games prior to league play, sometimes the Vikings have to travel great distances.

Art exhibition to benefit gallery owner with ALS

Art Spirit Gallery’s upcoming exhibition will be a celebration of the gallery’s owner and curator Steve Gibbs.

Redhead Express returns for food drive Nov. 18

COEUR d’ALENE — The Latter-day Saint Student Association is a new club on the North Idaho College campus, but its mission of community service is a longstanding church tradition.

Sheriff's Log

The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office received 97 calls for service between 6 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 2, and 5:59 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 3

RELIGION: Think for yourself

The pastor at Candlelight Church needs to take a lesson from a very wise educator. Lynne Wild, my best friend who passed away in 2003, was the most spiritual person I have known. Lynne also taught at CHS.

NAMES: Respond appropriately

All of us have been called offensive names by rude or immature people. Determining how to react to name-calling is generally learned as a child. If the name is ugly, why should there be a reaction at all — unless to say, “That’s not true” if desired.

STATE PREP SWIMMING: Viking boys seek third state title in four years

The Coeur d’Alene boys swim team will attempt to win a third state title in the last four years starting today at the state meet at the Boise City Aquatics Center.

CHURCH: Sermon's key points

I, too, was in church Oct. 23 and heard Pastor Paul’s sermon about America and the need to vote. This is a very crucial time for us to test our judgment and refine it with the truths and knowledge we have learned from our Bible. The time I speak of is now, just before election day in our great nation.

NIC WRESTLING: Cardinals roll at Highline

DES MOINES, Wash. — Thomas Stevenson (149 pounds), Trey Meyer (165), Levi Perry (184) and Jeremy Merryweather (197) each won matches by major decision for the North Idaho College wrestling team in a 33-3 win against Highline Community College on Thursday night.

GFELLER: Leader for college

I would like to put forth for your consideration, Greg Gfeller, who is currently running for election to the North Idaho College Board of Trustees. Greg exhibits top skills in leadership, upper management and engages in respectful dialogue with others. His stellar, 38 year track record with Avista speaks to his long-term commitment, dedication and qualification to serve us on this board.

Fundraiser planned for Kirk family

A spaghetti feed and auction fundraiser for the family of William "Bo" Kirk will be held on Sunday, Dec. 4, from 1 to 6 p.m. at Curley's, 26433 W. Highway 53, near Hauser.

Misty Phelps worked at the Press

Misty Phelps, the woman found dead Thursday in a submerged vehicle in Fernan Lake, was a Coeur d’Alene Press employee. The bodies of Phelps’ two children, Tristan Phelps, 1, and Riley Phelps, 2, were also recovered from the scene.

Legals November 4th, 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 refrigerated 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 m.schumacher@cap4action.org. We can fax or email you the RFP specifications as soon as we receive your request. RFPs must be received by 1:00 pm, Monday, November 14, 2016. LEGAL 6517 OCTOBER 31, 2016 NOVEMBER 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 2016

BOWLING SCORES: Thursday, Nov. 3, 2016

MEN

Electricity fee charges, rates differ locally

Kootenai Electric Cooperative customers critical of increase

COEUR d'ALENE — Paying for electricity can sometimes be shocking.

AT COLLEGE: Thursday, Nov. 3, 2016

Brenna Meehan

VANDAL NOTES: After a bye, Idaho resumes pursuit of bowl

Paul Petrino spent last Saturday like most dads who are also sports fans.

PIGSKIN PROGNOSTICATORS: Homers abound on the gridiron

Blaine Bennett and Steve Griffitts hit grand slams.

THE FRONT ROW WITH MARK NELKE: Thursday, Nov. 3, 2016

Tarps, choppers and other stuff

October’s record rainfall turned most area playing fields into muddy, mucky messes.

Judge Peterson target of protest

Group claims gaming activities have been a factor in decisions

COEUR d'ALENE — It's not often that retaining a judge becomes an election controversy.

More parking for early voting

COEUR d'ALENE — The city of Coeur d'Alene announced Wednesday that a portion of East Poplar Avenue near the Kootenai County Elections Office has been turned into temporary "Election Only" parking due to many community members participating in early voting.

Sheriff's Log

The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office received 72 calls for service between 6 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 1, and 5:59 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 2

Vallejo Rogness, 84

Vallejo Rogness, 84, died at home with her family present on Oct. 31, 2016. She was born Oct. 23, 1932, in Ogden, Utah, to George and Violet (Metzger) Johnson.

Records

DIVORCES FILED

Raintober

October rain breaks record set in 1951

If it felt like it was always raining in October, it's because it practically was.

NIC ROUNDUP: Cardinal women moving on

• WOMEN’S SOCCER

Kirk's wife: Trust judicial system

Amanda Kirk speaks publicly for the first time, is frustrated with media, social media

They are grieving, but the wife, children and close friends of William “Bo” Kirk are sticking together, remembering the murdered man with love and laughter.

Legals November 3rd, 2016

NOTICE OF ADVERTISEMENT FOR GENERAL CONSTRUCTION PRIME BIDS Sealed bids will be received by the City Council of the City of Coeur d'Alene in the office of the City Clerk on or before WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2016, until the hour of 4:30 p.m. of said day for the: COEUR D'ALENE CITY HALL REMODEL AND ADDITION 710 E. MULLAN AVENUE, COEUR D'ALENE, ID Bids will be opened on said date at 4:30 p.m. by the City Clerk in the Old Council Chambers at City Hall, 710 E. Mullan Avenue. All interested individuals are welcome to attend. MANDATORY PRE-BID CONFERENCE: shall be WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2016 at Coeur d'Alene City Hall, 710 E. Mullan Avenue, Coeur d'Alene, Idaho at 4:30 p.m. Pre-Bid is mandatory for General Contractors. (Bids shall include all general, electrical, and mechanical work shown and/or specified, under one General bid proposal). Plans and Specifications, bid forms, forms of agreement, etc., may be obtained by general contractors, sub-contractors and suppliers at www.CityofCDAPlanRoom.com. Complete bidding documents for this project are available in electronic form only. To be added to the official plan holders list and insure notification of addenda, bidders must register by downloading the documents (at no charge) or by purchasing hard copy documents (at bidders expense) from the plan room noted above. The Architect and Owner will not be responsible for partial sets of documents obtained from reprographics companies or plan centers. Any and all errors or omissions resulting from the failure of the General Contractor, sub-contractor's or material suppliers to become familiar with the documents in their entirety will be corrected at the Contractor's expense. Questions regarding this Notice of Advertisement for Bids should be directed to Longwell + Trapp Architects, 8382 N. Wayne Dr., Ste. 204, Hayden, ID 83835; (208) 772-0503 Attn: Cory Trapp, AIA. Bid forms, Bidder's instructions, drawings, and specification may be examined at the following locations: - City of Coeur d'Alene, Customer Service Center, Coeur d'Alene, Idaho - www.CityofCDAPlanRoom.com - Spokane Regional Plan Center, Spokane, Washington - ABADAN Plan Room, Spokane, Washington - Associated Builders & Contractors, Spokane, Washington - Longwell + Trapp Architects, Hayden, Idaho All bids shall be presented or otherwise delivered to the City Clerk under seal, marked as required in the Instructions to Bidders. A Public Works Contractor License for the State of Idaho is required to bid on this work. All bids shall contain one of the following forms of bidder's security in an amount equal to 5% of the amount of the bid: (a) Cash, (b) Cashier's Check made payable to the City, (c) Certified Check made payable to the City, or (d) Bidder's Bond executed by a qualified surety company, made payable to the City. The City, in accordance with the provisions of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (78 Stat.252, 42 US. C.§§ 2000d to 2000d-4) and the Regulations, hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises will be afforded full and fair opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, or national origin in consideration for an award. Dated this 20th day of October, 2016 Renata McLeod City Clerk LEGAL 6498 OCTOBER 27, 2016 NOVEMBER 3, 2016

'Purge' is no excuse to lose control

When it comes to films’ horror genre, I’m an ostrich. Head in the sand, until it goes away. Life is tense enough; I don’t need to experience more and call it entertainment.

Christmas tree hunting

The rocky, moss-covered logging road is covered with yellow needles released from Western Larch as the forest prepares for a long, snowy winter. Green trees that camouflage as pines during the warmth of summer change rapidly during short autumn days. Needles lose color; turn light green then flaxen before slowly dropping to the ground like golden snowflakes.

CHURCH: Right to endorse

I’ve been a disgruntled Christian for several years now. I’ve been frustrated with the accommodating, worldly Christian church. They’re the ones that are afraid to step on anyone’s toes. Afraid to offend or make uncomfortable. The goal of the leaders of these churches seems to be numbers. To make everyone feel warm and fuzzy by the time the “show” is over. In that, there’s a good chance the attendees will return.

Keith Alan Boucher, 58

Winter blues - greens, reds and yellows too!

We call them “Winter Blues” — feeling kind of low and down and out. “Depression,” grey skies and the winter illnesses all collectively result in feeling a little dispirited. Instead of feeling woeful this time of year, why don’t we circumvent this melancholy time period and strengthen our resolve — mentally and physically. We can.

TRUMP: Words and hypocrites

Having spent many years in the Navy, I can tell you that our so-called congressmen and senators are nothing but a bunch of hypocrites. If any of them had served in the armed forces, I am sure that they at one time or another had a pin-up from Playboy magazine in their locker, like 90 percent of the GIs did. They cannot convince me that they have never said or done exactly what they are so upset about what Mr. Trump was supposed to have said. So to make themselves look like good little boys they find it easier to jump ship, rather than own up to being a man.

Can chiropractic help the post-surgical patient?

Failed back surgery syndrome (FBSS) is not a true syndrome but a generalized term that is often used to describe the condition of patients who have not had a successful result with back or spine surgery and experience continued pain after surgery.

John A. McCaw, 81

TRUMP: For many reasons

Our family has personally been affected by the so called Affordable Care Act (Obamacare) and our monthly premium with Blue Cross Idaho started Jan, 2014 at approximately $363 monthly. The Sept 1, 2016 premium was approximately $559. Doing the math I get a 54 percent increase!

TRUMP: Darwin was wrong

I used to believe in Darwin’s Theory of Evolution but with Donald Trump’s campaign for president I am having my doubts. Mr. Trump does not appear to have evolved mentally beyond the level of the cave man. In his own words, if he wants a woman he just thumps her and drags her off to his cave. So much for morality and family values.

STATE PREP FOOTBALL MEDIA POLL: Wednesday, Nov. 2, 2016

Sheets earns Mrs. Idaho crown

National competition will be in Las Vegas in August

She's a mother of six, a farmer, the guest relations manager at Silverwood.

Records

YOUTH SPORTS: Wednesday, Nov. 2, 2016

Soccer, flag football, junior tackle and more

Death threat for Commissioner candidate?

MILAN: She builds bridges

Kristi Milan will be a welcomed breath of fresh air to the Idaho Senate, running for State Senate Dist. 4. She continues to step up in big ways to share her unique set of honed leadership skills. Kristi has already had proven successful solutions within our regional community.

CANCER: Lamenting the dead

While I am encouraged and applaud each story of a breast cancer survivor in the Coeur d’Alene Press, I am heartsick over the tragic loss of dear ones who have not survived. I especially grieve over the very recent loss of a fabulous woman whose obit was printed just a week ago on Oct. 22. Please consider highlighting the heroic and significant life of someone who died of metastatic breast cancer during the month of October, even as survivor stories abound to give courage to those who are recently diagnosed, are undergoing treatment and who hope for a long life — and which additionally urge all women to do self-breast exams and have regular exams and mammograms by their medical providers.

ELECTION: Pick the buffoon

My fellow voters, the time has come to elect a person who will occupy the seat of highest officer in the land. I ask you, do you want that seat to be filled by an arguably loud-mouthed buffoon and womanizer, or arguably traitorous person who is directly responsible for our American citizens’ deaths in Benghazi, a proven liar on a host of issues including destruction of thousands of government emails with a gargantuan cover-up starting with the sitting occupier of the Oval Office who happens to be in charge of the two highest law enforcement agencies in government? Then there’s the matter of ISIS! Their existence would be minimal had it not been for two of the aforementioned!

BANDUCCI: Represents entire county

This letter is to let you know that you do have a choice this upcoming election day when it comes to the NIC Board of Trustees. Mr. Todd Banducci and is being challenged by Mr. Greg Gfeller Even though this seat is a “non-partisan” seat, we all know that each candidate is backed by groups with opposing viewpoints. Mr. Gfeller ran as a Republican for the Idaho State House of Representatives two years ago against two other gentlemen and came in last place. We all believed that he was a Republican. Now he is running for this seat and is backed by a left-leaning establishment.

LABRADOR: Keep federal lands

I am on the mailing list for Congressman Labrador’s emails.

Gov. Otter to preview legislative session Nov. 9

Gov. Butch Otter will address the business community at a Nov. 9 luncheon hosted by the Coeur d’Alene Chamber of Commerce at the Best Western Plus Coeur d’Alene Inn.

Robert Curnock, 95

CRUDE: Echoes from the past

“If you wish the sympathy of the masses, then you must tell them the crudest and most stupid things.”

SOUZA: All about integrity

We appreciate people of integrity in government. Mary Souza is one of those people. We support Mary Souza for re-election and will cast our vote for her. We encourage you to do the same.

Hayden seeks process feedback

New survey available online, at City Hall

THE FRONT ROW WITH JASON ELLIOTT: Wednesday, Nov. 2, 2016

Give it time, they’ll figure this one out

After watching the Seattle Seahawks play to a tie and lose on the road in back-to-back weeks, especially in the fashion that both games have finished, some might think it’s time to hit the panic button.

Coffee, healthy or not?

Whether coffee is healthy for you or not, more than half of Americans over the age 18 are consuming coffee each day. According to the National Coffee Association’s National Coffee Drinking Trends 2015 report, 27 percent households own single-cup brewing machines which is up from 7 percent in 2011. Over the years, coffee has been marketed as having health benefits, but also has been deemed unhealthy by many. You often hear people say they want to quit drinking coffee due to the caffeine content. So, is coffee healthy or not? As a registered dietitian and coffee drinker myself, I want to know what the latest research has to say.

ALL LEAGUE VOLLEYBALL

Heart disease, stroke and your teeth

Gum disease (periodontal disease) can cause strokes and heart disease as well as tooth loss. All of these are expensive. Go to the American Heart Association web site and read the study entitled “Periodontal Disease and Atherosclerotic Vascular Disease: Does the Evidence Support an Independent Association?” That is, does gum disease cause these problems by themselves?

Affordable health care

This has been quite a year when it comes to health care for all of us. With the presidential election days away and everyone trying to decide who is best for our country, this "little thing" called the Affordable Care Act (ACA) or better known as Obamacare, keeps coming up for those of us in the midst of health care.

Sheriff's Log

BANDUCCI: He will benefit NIC

This letter is being written to enthusiastically endorse Mr. Todd Banducci, candidate for the position of Trustee of the North Idaho College (NIC) Board of Trustees. Mr. Banducci is currently serving as a Trustee and was raised in our community. He graduated from Coeur d’Alene High School and is a local business owner. He is the president of Falcon Investments & Insurance, Inc. and serves our country as a Major in the Air Force Reserves. Mr. Banducci is active in our community and volunteers for Gideons International.

House race heats up with finances

Malek tops all candidates with nearly $84K in total contributions

CLINTON: Headed toward ruin

The latest statement of innocence by Secretary Clinton regarding her illegal server has turned into a demand to put all of the new information obtained by the FBI on the table. Where was her willingness to put it all on the table when it was first discovered that she misled the American people by lying over and over to us? She deceived us by the fraudulent destroying of e-mails, smart phones, and illegal servers.

VOTE: Time for a new direction

There has been much talk of civility or lack of recently, these are key words used by the left to infer against their opposing side. The Left’s idea of civility is that everyone must agree with them or they are uncivil, but we have seen what the paid protesters and BLM have done recently, hardly civil. Benjamin Franklin said “We have a Republic if we can keep it.” A democracy is nothing more than mob rule, and who rules a mob, mobsters. Sound familiar? Yes passions are running high as in a few days we will be voting for a new direction or not. If America does not change direction, I believe we will be lost as a society our Founders envisioned, and our children will have to pay for it.

Random murder unsettling

The power of wine

Long before we ever had the glimmer of an idea of opening the dinner party Mary and I entertained. A lot. The inspiration for the shop was commentary from our guests that “you guys throw the best dinner parties.” It was a great compliment, and we very much enjoyed doing it. Mary normally focused on setting the table and creating a wonderful mood with everything from art to music to flowers. My focus was on the food and wine and together they worked, we had a blast as did our guests, and they enjoyed the total experience.

VOTE: But not for party

I’ve never had a “trump” card, nor would I bet a penny on this one. A recent mailing with smiling faces of five candidates, Mike Crapo, Raul Labrador, Bob Nonini, Ron Mendive, and Don Cheatham, asks Idahoans to vote for them and for Donald Trump, whose picture seems to show a forced smile. My oh my; it’s certainly difficult to think these five place themselves in the same deck of cards as Trump. He has an ego that Dr. Freud would probably love to examine!

LETTER: Right on, Asa

I was so impressed by a letter submitted by Asa Gray. She is a young woman voting in her first presidential election and has clearly done her homework on choosing a candidate. I heard Evan McMullin on the radio being interviewed by Glenn Beck. He was so well informed on every matter Glenn Beck brought up. He’s my choice as well. Asa, don’t let others shame you for voting for Evan. You are not wasting your vote, you are making a statement. I hope he gets enough votes to shake things up.

VOTE: Elect these candidates

On Nov. 8, let’s put highly qualified citizens in office that will ensure positive movement ahead in difficult times by electing the following: Legislature, Luke Malek; North Idaho College Trustees, Greg Gfeller and Brad Murray; Sheriff, Ben Wolfinger.

Ask your audiologist: Free hearing help and repairs for the holidays!

Every holiday season I give back to the community by giving away a free pair of digital hearing aids to a deserving individual. I will also provide free in house repairs by appointment and bringing in a copy of this article. Everyone deserves to hear during the holidays! The holidays are usually the most important family gatherings of the year. Many people with hearing loss get left out of family conversations around the dinner table if they do not have hearing aids or if their hearing aid(s) are broken.

HILLARY: She's just evil

When we think of evil personified we conjure up images of sinister, ugly, weird faces like Frankenstein, zombies, werewolves, or a red faced devil with horns.

Breast cancer survivor: 30 years and counting

My journey began when I was a young of 26 years old. My son was 18 months old and I began to notice a discolored fluid from my breast. I really didn’t give it a serious thought. I went to my Ob-Gyn and we did cytology slides on the fluid. To our surprise they came back with cancer cells on the pathology report.

AMADOR: Respect for all

In my line of work I have the opportunity to interact and work with people across this community and they bring with them all manners of political leanings and opinions. While the presidential election has certainly helped create an image of a very polarized country, I can attest that there are good, responsible and caring individuals in both parties. Luckily for the people of Coeur d’Alene and District 4, one of those good, responsible and caring individuals happens to call our community home. Paul Amador, the Republican candidate for House Seat 4B is a person who our community should be proud to send to Boise as our State Representative. Paul brings years of experience in education, but more importantly he brings an attitude of respect for all viewpoints and a passion for improving Idaho. Voting is probably our most fundamental right in our American form of governance, I encourage you to exercise your right to vote on Nov. 8. I encourage you to vote for Paul Amador for House Seat 4B.

TRUMP: To stop communism

Progressive, liberal, socialist, leaning towards communism pretty much describes most of American politics at present. Our two-party system Republicans are only a half cent’s difference than Democrats. A lot of Republicans refuse to support Trump, no guts, they don’t want to lose money, or lobbyists’ money, etc. Same with Democrats. Both parties are almost a mirror image of each other!

CRAPO: Few good choices

Today I received a flyer in the mail from the office of Sen. Mike Crapo, who is running for re-election this year. The flyer stated that he is supporting increased efforts to stop domestic violence. I applaud him for that. They need help.

HEARN: He solves problems

Tom Hearn will bring a much-needed trait to his role as our State Representative: creative problem solver! His background as a social worker has helped hundreds, perhaps thousands, of our neighbors solve their individual problems. And his work on state and school district boards has shown an ability to find consensus in group processes that should be invaluable in working across political aisles to find solutions, rather than political posturing.

Humanity for the homeless

Justin Doering has been traveling the U.S. for the past three months, listening to what the nation’s homeless population has to say.

KAHN: Many attributes

Kathy Kahn is a longtime North Idaho teacher who is also a military mom. Her husband served in the Navy as does their son. Kathy knows that the military has become technical and sophisticated. Our modern day service requires educated and well-trained personnel.

Press opinion: Let's all take a deep breath

David Earl Hutto is accused of murder. He’s not guilty — yet, anyway. Unless and until a court decides otherwise, he’s still innocent of killing Bo Kirk.

Charles A. Maier, 46

Charles A. Maier, 46, died on Oct. 17, 2016, in New York State. He was born May 9, 1970, in Bellevue, Wash., to Floyd A. Maier and Pasty J. (Adams) Maier.

Jonore Mitchell, 79

Jonore A Mitchell, 79

July 9, 1937 – October 28, 2016

Should clergy lobby for or against political candidates?

Legals November 2nd, 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: No changes are planned at this time. LEGAL 6539 NOVEMBER 2, 2016

Blue Cross decision erodes patient choice

I read with dismay the Oct. 23 Press article entitled “Health exchange patients at Blue Cross crossroads.” When will the assault on our freedom to choose the most appropriate health care provider for ourselves and our families end?

Gucci Gulch and the Gulag: Life's pretty good in America

My wife, Holly, and I spend some of the winter months in the Palm Springs, Calif., area, also known as Gucci Gulch. For the past few days, we have been planning the route to southern California from our home in North Idaho. We will drive down in December or January, depending on the weather, and stay a few months.

Savoring our land of plenty

Second of three parts

MEET THE CDA BUNKERS

‘66 World Series winner, wife toss artistic gems

This could be the story of a local World Series hero.

Face of caregivers shifting

One of humanity’s most celebrated achievements is a longer life span. Link that to the aging boomer population, and the other side of the coin emerges: the challenges of caring for aging bodies and minds — a growing, transformative phenomenon.

Breast cancer survivor: Initially put off mammogram

I have just passed my 5 year mark as a survivor September 9. I moved up to CDA nine years ago from San Diego.

Prosecutor: Road rage led to murder

Post Falls boat ramp to close for season

Annual closure begins Monday

Michelle M. Anderson, 58

Michelle M. Anderson was born Nov. 29, 1957, in Chicago, Ill., to Emil A. Duquette and Helga (Salomon) Duquette. Michelle passed away on Oct. 24, 2016, from complications of diabetes and cancer at home with her husband, Walter Anderson by her side.

Why should I care?

Rachel fidgeted slightly in her chair as I rushed by, unable to stop and chat. She smiled politely, and I continued on through the chapel doors to set up for the following day’s Women’s Auxiliary meeting.

CAMERON COLUMN: A couple of pitchers come full circle

Serendipity.

Bruce William Hansen, 74

Bruce W. Hansen was born Aug. 24, 1942, to William Harry and Lucy Hansen in Susanville, Calif., and left us Oct. 29, 2016, with his sons and wife at his bedside.

Kootenai Health earns 'A' for patient safety

New Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grades were announced today by The Leapfrog Group, a national patient safety review organization. Kootenai Health was one of 844 hospitals to receive an “A," ranking it among the safest hospitals in the United States.

William 'Bo' Tyrus John Kirk, 41

William “Bo” Tyrus John Kirk — husband, father, son, brother and friend — was suddenly taken from us on Saturday, Oct. 22, 2016, in Hayden, Idaho. He was 41 years old and touched the lives of many people with his smile and generosity; he maintained his trademark sense of humor all the way to the end.

Records

Time for action is now!

"The cornerstone of the Republic, as with all free enterprises, is the respect for and obedience to the law… Where we permit the law to be defied or evaded by rich men (or women) …we are increasing the chances of a system in which there shall be violent alternations or anarchy and tyranny." — Theodore Roosevelt

GALLERY: Best Photos of October 2016

Legals November 1st, 2016

STORAGE AUCTION NOTICE Notice is hereby given , pursuant to Idaho code 45-805, that on November 5, 2016 a PUBLIC AUCTION shall be held (to satisfy liens, recover unpaid rents and other charges) entire contents of UNIT #15 belonging to Don Schmidt last known address 6912 W. Tombstone, Rathdrum Id. Amount owing is $405 for three months past rent and late fees. ALSO BOAT and TRAILER plate number ID 7044 AW. Belonging to Mitch Mallauf at 2845 Sternwheeler, Port Collins Colorado. Amount owing is $185 for two months rent and late fees. Sealed bids between 9:00 AM and 4:30 on November 5,2016. At A1 SELF STORAGE 20863 West Highway 53 Rathdrum ID. (208) 818-6165 (208)687-0145. LEGAL 6528 NOVEMBER 1, 5, 2016