Ellington

Photo chock full of memories

SANDPOINT — Once in a while you stumble across an iconic photo that warrants more than just a quick glance, that is clearly worth more than a thousand words.

BROOKS: Kind, caring, credible

I wanted to write and let you know I think Bill Brooks is wonderful. I read one of his articles and was a bit confused on one issue regarding credit cards vs. debit cards. I had mentioned to him what I had learned from Dave Ramsey so after I got off the phone with Bill, I did a little more research and he did as well. He was kind enough to call me back and discuss what we had found out. I was happy and so was Bill — we both learned from this.

Be bold, get cold

COEUR d’ALENE — "I kind of shake my head because it's a pretty stupid thing if you think about it," reads a quote in a front-page Press article from 1999.

GROWTH: Look closer, folks

What’s Trump and the “growth” experts selling anyway?

Don't be afraid of change!

A new year often brings new beginnings. I was intrigued to discover how one company used a novel way to motivate employees to think about new ways of doing things.

Ushering in the North Idaho new year

As I wrap up my first year in Coeur d’Alene, we close another chapter in our community, nation and world. Fittingly, much is to be celebrated during this time of year, and it’s important to reach out to those very special people and organizations that make a difference in our lives.

SHOW: Missed opportunity

The Traditions of Christmas show at the Kroc Center, produced by Laura Little Theatricals, was once again a super production, except for one thing. While it’s great that each branch of the military is recognized and honored, Ms. Little inexplicably refuses to honor Gold Star families, who have lost a loved one while defending this great nation. When Ms. Little accidentally called me, I seized the opportunity to offer to write a short couple of lines to insert for the narrator at the beginning of Act II, where veterans are honored. Ms. Little replied that she had no time for this, thank you, and hung up on me. What a nice lady, so full of Christmas joy and goodwill to men!

Truck N Toys moving to new Post Falls location

“Customer service and quality always come first!” is the motto of Truck N Toys. The business is moving from 706 E. Third St. in Post Falls to 6430 W. Seltice Way (at State Line near Cabela’s).

DV: Please, do something

Last week I was unable to obtain a protection order against my husband.

Son of KCSO sergeant dies in I-90 collision

COEUR d’ALENE — The teenage son of a Kootenai County Sheriff's Office sergeant was killed Friday night in a two-car wreck on Interstate 90 in Coeur d'Alene.

Renfro trial tops 2017 local stories

The editorial department of The Press whittled down a list of hundreds of local stories written in 2017 to just 20, then cut that list in half to a Top 10 and ranked them.

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Carolyn Lee (Singer) Kenna, 86

Today's ghastly groaner

A man’s 10-month-old daughter was sitting in her high chair, twisting and moving all over the place.

PLO: Peace isn't possible

Mr. Ridout’s letter of Dec. 27 on Israel is quite correct. The history of the Holy Land since the Balfour Declaration is a history of Western and Israeli measures to come to a peaceful solution that includes a functioning Israel.

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Frank Eugene ‘Gene’ Smith

Post Falls steps up at The Clash

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Cardinal men roll Medicine Hat

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Neighborhood of the Week: Looking forward to 2018

Another year gone and an opportunity to reflect.

Legals December 30, 2017

NOTICE TO CREDITORS CASE NO. CV 17 - 9366 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 W. ABSEC, Deceased. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative of the above-named Decedent. All persons having claims against the Decedent or 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 20 day of December 2017 /S/: PETER D. RINALDI Personal Representative c/o CUSACK LAW FIRM, PLLC. MARY W. CUSACK, 320 E. Neider Avenue, Suite 206 Coeur d'Alene, ID 83815 (208) 667-0640 (208) 667-0708 - FAX Email: mary@mcusacklaw.com CDA LEGAL 8806 DECEMBER 23, 30, 2017 JANUARY 6, 2018

End of year, new beginnings

This is my last appearance of 2017, so I should share something about my job before the year ends.

Rush is on to pay taxes

COEUR d’ALENE — Doug Parris had an extra item on his errand list Friday that he typically wouldn’t look forward to, but the recent tax reform law changed that outlook.

Rathdrum to hold New Year's Eve celebration

By BRIAN WALKER

Post Falls drops Mead in Winter Classic

- BOYS

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Donna Marjorie Robinson Bakman, 75

Missing the old Fish and Game guys

There used to be a day living in Lewiston when I felt a heartfelt reverence and gratitude toward all of our Fish and Game wardens. Lewiston and Clarkston, being a border town, produced great men on both sides of the line. You could count on them for their concern and their veracity toward helping any and all wildlife in any and all situations. The F&G were a presence in the forest at all times.

Lakeland second at Reno

RENO, Nev. — Lakeland senior Larry Johnson was the lone champion for the Hawks, claiming the 145 pound title at the Sierra Nevada Classic on Friday at the Reno Livestock Events Center.

Cardinal men, women remain unbeaten in holiday tournaments

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Movers and Shakers

North Idaho State Fair wins awards

Take it to the bank

By MARC STEWART

Lawmakers start their engines

By MARC STEWART

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Kay Elaine Alexander Horn, 83

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Rose Ann Hamelrath, 95

Today's ghastly groaner

This little guy applied for a job as a logger.

RECORDS

DIVORCES GRANTED

Shoshone County: Taxation, yes; representation, no

By MIKE BLACKBIRD

Hayden Wal-Mart evacuated due to fire alarm

HAYDEN — The Hayden Wal-Mart was evacuated this morning for about 25 minutes due to a fire alarm.

SWAT helps arrest man who threatened deputies

A man who threatened Kootenai County Sheriff’s deputies with a fire poker and an assault rifle Thursday near Rathdrum is facing aggravated assault charges on a peace officer.

Legals December 29, 2017

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Case No. CV 17-9139 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 WILLIAM FRANK BIXBY, Deceased. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed personal representative of the estate of the above-named decedent, William Frank Bixby. All persons having claims against the above-named decedent or his estate are required to present their claims within four months after the date of the first publication of this Notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must be presented in writing to the undersigned at the address indicated and to the Clerk of the Court. Dated this 27th day of December 2017. Bill F. Bixby c/o Alan Wasserman Idaho Legal Aid Services, Inc. 610 W. Hubbard Ave., Suite 219 Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814 CDA LEGAL 8832 DECEMBER 29, 2017, JANUARY 5, 12, 2018

Movie Times Dec. 29 - Jan. 4

Hayden Discount Cinema

What you don't know about school challenges

In a recent series of articles Idaho Ed News reporter Kevin Richert did a good job of pointing out some of the benefits of the state’s efforts to increase the college enrollment rate of Idaho high school students. He wrote about the successes of high school students, and the addition of support staff to local schools. I would like to shed some light on what Paul Harvey would call “The Rest of the Story.”

MEDICAID: Expansion mandate

Medicaid Expansion is crucial for our state and I believe the only way we can finally get 78,000 Idahoans covered is by getting it on the ballot in 2018.

IV shortage prompts local actions

By BRIAN WALKER

Georgia P. Kellas, 89

Georgia P. Kellas, age 89, passed away peacefully Dec. 1, 2017, at Hospice House of North Idaho. She was born in Athens, Greece in 1928. She was brought to America on an arranged marriage to Peter Kellas, a farmer from her same village back in the old country. Peter had moved from Greece to the states (Hayden Lake, Idaho) several years earlier.

Greene guides Cardinal men in Inn-vitational opener

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EDITORIAL: Nice last line

Absolutely loved the editorial in Friday’s paper, Dec. 22. The last sentence was awesome! “Maybe acting a little like Christ will have become a habit.”

BIDEN: Medal fact check

Allen Mazur needs to get his facts straight before promoting Joe Biden as a presidential candidate.

The very best Christmas present

You did it!

Getting Idaho students over education hurdles

Many of us in higher education and across Idaho’s education system have spent a lot of time in recent years working to get more of Idaho’s students to go to college. In today’s economy, we all know how important postsecondary education is for individual success, and for our society.

BIG GAME: The good news

Tom Corbey, after reading your letter to the editor in The Press, it is apparent you are ill informed. I have hunted in Idaho for 47 years. During that time, elk populations across the state have increased substantially.

The chatter over charters

Maybe the reaction has come from parents who’ve been staring at their kids over the holidays.

'Falsettos' coming to Lake City Playhouse

At the heart of Lake City Playhouse’s upcoming production of “Falsettos” is the central and universal message of building a family.

Today's ghastly groaner

Why can’t a bicycle stand up by itself?

Man wanted for heroin trafficking arrested

By BRIAN WALKER

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Marvel Faye Gertz, 91

BIDEN: Morality in doubt

Moral Joe Biden? To Allen Mazur: Only moral Joe would whisper in the president’s ear, “This is a big f…ing deal!”

Post Falls shoots past Peninsula

- BOYS BASKETBALL

Saying goodbye to friends and a dying year

As we do every year around this time, The Press is about to publish its Top 10 stories of 2017. The retrospective will appear Sunday, and as with all such attempts, it will leave much to be argued. The Press editorial staff hopes its Top 10 stories list makes for some lively dinner table discussion and debate before we all raise our glasses and kiss 2017 farewell.

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Georgia P. Kellas, age 89, passed away peacefully Dec. 1, 2017, at Hospice House of North Idaho. She was born in Athens, Greece in 1928. She was brought to America on an arranged marriage to Peter Kellas, a farmer from her same village back in the old country. Peter had moved from Greece to the states (Hayden Lake, Idaho) several years earlier.

RECORDS

DIVORCES FILED

Tyler Wilson presents the 2017 T-Dub Awards

You can take your Oscars and put them in a sorry little sack, because the most important movie awards of 2017 are here… and they come with the frattiest, most self-indulgent name in the business.

TRUMP: Like Churchill? Ha!

On Dec. 26, former Governor Mike Huckabee likened Donald Trump to Sir Winston Churchill. “In Donald Trump we have a Churchill.”

Cd'A schools have big decision coming up

Several months ago I was the crazy man running around Coeur d’Alene dressed as the “YES” man... promoting the passage of the Coeur d’Alene School District bond of $35.5 million. A significant amount of money that would expand and upgrade Lakes Middle School, Coeur d’Alene High School, Lake City High School, Dalton Elementary School and complete smaller projects at Fernan STEM Academy and Hayden Meadows Elementary School. In addition, there were line items to build a new elementary school in the northwest portion of the school district and money set aside for land acquisition to accommodate future growth.

Movers and shakers

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COEUR d’ALENE INN-VITATIONAL

Listen, observe and report

By DEVIN WEEKS

Unexpected gifts brighten Christmas

Members of The Vine Church in Coeur d’Alene surprised people working Christmas Day by delivering gifts to them. The gifts were given in appreciation of the recipients’ willingness to work while most people spent the day with family and friends. Police officers, firefighters, security officers, bus drivers, gas station attendants, and hospital emergency room workers received the gifts from members of The Vine congregation after the churchgoers’ Christmas worship service.

Legals December 28, 2017

STORAGE LIEN SALE Coeur d'Alene Place Self Storage 5850 N Atlas Road, Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Notice of Public Sale of Property to Satisfy Landlord's Chapter 59 Foreclosure Lien Sale will be held online with bidding @www.selfstorageauction.com at 10:00 am Monday January 8th, 2017 Property is to be sold to the highest bidder for cash. Cleanup deposit will be required. Removal must be done in 72 hours. Seller reserves the right to withdraw property from sale. U#C12 Debbie Wigen P.O. Box 3375 Hayden, ID 83835; U#E07 LuAnn Townsend 2704 W Tours Dr. CDA, ID 83815; U#F61 Sinatra Munson P.O. Box 1392, Post Falls, ID 83811: U#G31 Barbara Guillet 3349 W Kathy Lp, #228, CDA,ID 83815; U#G27 Logan Harral 3851 W Chucker Circle #104, Post Falls, ID 83854; U#H08 Ilana Voit 2821 N Julia St., CDA,ID 83815; U#56 Bill Howard 3020 Grangs, CDA, ID 83815 U#H16 Timothy Grupp 2151 N Main St.,#313, CDA,ID 83814; U#J07 Audrey Durand 34 B Skyline Drive, Glascow, MT 52230 CDA LEGAL 8822 DECEMBER 28, 2017 JANUARY 2, 2018

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Barbara Parsons, 70

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Lynda Culhane

DON LARSEN: Happy at home in North Idaho

By BRIAN WALKER

Today's ghastly groaner

An Indian chief was feeling very sick, so he summoned the medicine man.

Mill site's future in focus

COEUR d'ALENE — The city of Coeur d’Alene is organizing stakeholders to help plan the use of a 47-acre former mill site along the Spokane River.

Panhandle elk survival study uses GPS collars and email

Panhandle elk survival study uses GPS collars, email

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Robert ‘Bob’ Folsom Sr.

Solitude on the steelhead rivers

When winter hits, Mike Beard doesn’t fret a lot about ice conditions. He knows what parts of his waters to stay away from, and where the getting is good.

Was it really a white Christmas?

Amazing how something so nice and simple can lead you down a rabbit hole.

Training on trains

By BRIAN WALKER

Lewis-Clark Master Naturalist Chapter Seeks new members

Anyone interested in becoming a certified naturalist can attend a course sponsored by Idaho Fish and Game’s Lewiston office.

Lake City seniors shine in opener

- BOYS

Don't risk your life on thin winter ice

T.S. was a wing, pretty good on skates, brazen.

Northwest Notes

Coeur d’Alene High product James

So, you want to lose weight

The fading holiday glow — and associated excuse to overeat — tempts a New Year’s weight loss resolution. Sadly, the odds are against keeping it. For most of us the determination tapers off well before spring.

Bowling scores

Council sinks water-based business regs

COEUR d'ALENE — Despite plans by the city to acquire more waterfront for public recreation, the city recently pulled the plug on plans to allow and regulate water-based businesses along city beaches.

Hang onto these scam-bustin' tips

I’ve been writing this column for just shy of one year. The following rules are my prescription for avoiding most scams. Here are the most valuable lessons we’ve learned together. This section of this column is worth cutting out and taping beside your phone or on your desk.

Fanning the flame on markets, uses

While the fire industry is the backbone client for Ventry Solutions, you might say that the flame has been fanned to customers both domestically and abroad.

Online streaming is latest marketing tool to grow business at NanaMacs Boutique

In a nondescript warehouse along a busy Post Falls street, NanaMacs, a boutique clothing company founded by two Spokane high school graduates, quietly churns out the fruits of its labors.

The Kootenai Health Way might be your way, too

Imagine your business has a workforce equal to the populations of Dalton Gardens and Hayden Lake combined.

Mental health and poor childhood sleep habits

STORE: Closure will hurt

I have lived in Coeur d’Alene since 1989. Obviously there have been many changes that have occurred since my arrival. Some of those changes have been wonderful and some make me a bit sad. The closing of the Sherman Hardware Store is one that makes me a bit sad.

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Robert “Bob” Thompson, 76

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Top local sports stories of 2017

Prepare for wet and wild weather

You know the weather outlook isn’t good when your resident meteorologist calls it “The Mess.”

Form 75 can help you on special fuel taxes

This is not about the new tax laws just implemented, but what I believe is an unjustly applied sales tax by some retailers on propane fuel. Many of us have probably owned and used small propane tanks for cooking on the barbecue, or for small propane heaters in our homes, workshops or for heating on construction sites.

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Jake Pfennigs

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Violet Mae Hammond, 94

A wish for many renters

The American Dream has a roof over its head.

Local jobless rate rises slightly

POST FALLS — Kootenai County’s unemployment rate in November rose two-tenths of a percent from October to 3.8, according to a report released by the Idaho Department of Labor.

Today's ghastly groaner

Here’s a little equine humor ponied up by some of our merry punsters.

A reason to hit the gym for holidays

One holiday down.

Drink water to improve your health

RECORDS

LAWSUITS

ISRAEL: Been there, done that

Moving the U.S. Embassy to Jerusalem has sparked yet another call for a two-state solution for Israel. However, that was done before World War I ended. Britain, with a league of nations mandate, split Palestine into two parts. 1) Trans-Jordan for Arabs, 2) Israel for Jews. Now the Arabs want to keep cutting up slices of Israel until there is nothing left of a Jewish State.

Gizmo goes deep

By DEVIN WEEKS

SANTA: Important message

I truly enjoyed reading the 2017 Letters to Santa. They were a window into the souls of children living in the Coeur d’ Alene area. I have been the Santa at the Silver Lake Mall for the past seven years. Your letters for Santa enriched my heart and filled my soul with joy. Thank you!

BIDEN: Our next president

Joe Biden — President — 2020. Moral, honorable (Congressional Medal Of Honor), compassionate, qualified, etc., etc., etc.

CHIP: Kids' critical care

What will it take for Congress to act on funding the bipartisan Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP)? When my son Brady was born with Cystic Fibrosis in 2007, my husband and I were completely shocked, and frightened about our ability to provide everything he needed to manage his complex disease. CHIP was there for our family, and helped us all survive the darkest, scariest time of our lives. There is absolutely no question that CHIP is a vital program for Idaho’s most vulnerable children. The fact that Congress has failed to act on funding this program is a referendum on the ethical priorities of our elected officials.

Purposeful goals for living well in 2018

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

Money returned, heart melted

POST FALLS — A Post Falls man couldn’t believe his eyes when he opened a purse he’d just purchased as a gag gift.

Gaining control of your weight

Olympian earns 'gold' with local skaters

Figure skating enthusiasts may have met a member of the 2018 Ukrainian Olympic figure skating team over Christmas without knowing it. Yaroslav (Yaro) Paniot was in Coeur d’Alene visiting his aunt and uncle, Ann and Tom Siebert and grandmother Pat Hardy. Yaro, who is training in the U.S. with coach Tammy Gambill in California, got some time on the ice during his visit.

A timely gift from the Safeway deli

The strangest thing can turn a day upside down.

The top 10 wines of 2017

Cd'A OKs building codes

COEUR d'ALENE — The city of Coeur d’Alene distanced itself from a recent Kootenai County decision when it adopted the universal building codes after a public hearing at last week’s council meeting.

Road rage case ends with fines, probation

COEUR d'ALENE — A 30-year-old man who threatened to shoot a motorist in Coeur d’Alene with a gun last summer will serve two years on probation and pay $1,100 in restitution and fines.

The night I met Tommy

By TYLER WILSON

Unlimited online options

Peace and percussion

Local school counselor finds faith in music

Pooch protector might just hit the jackpot

A former food bank manager from North Idaho patented an invention that has launched her into the global market of pet products.

Sports Schedule 12/24 - 12/30

NIC vocational building starts brewing future job solutions

What has room for semi trucks, softball sluggers and kids crafting code — and might hold the key to scores of great North Idaho jobs in the future?

Kid Scoop 12-26

Legals December 26, 2017

LIEN SALE Jan. 9, 2017 @ 1:00pm Body by Scotty 311 E. 3rd Ave. Post Falls, ID 83854 2003 Chevy Malibu VIN 1G1ND52J13M732320 2006 Polaris ATV VIN 4XAMH50A66A657797 1988 Eagle Premier VIN 2XMJP5597JA003340 1992 Geo Prizm VIN 1Y1SK5463NZ031742 CDA LEGAL 8754 DECEMBER 19, 26, 2017

Today's ghastly groaner

An elderly priest could no longer climb the stairs to ring the church bell so he put an ad up for a bell ringer.

AP says these 10 stories tops in '17

In a year-end tradition dating back to 1936, newspapers rank their top 10 stories. These are the multi-headline attention-grabbers, the emotion-evokers — stories that leave readers thinking long after the ink dries.

Fundraisers see tax bill differently

COEUR d’ALENE — The new federal tax law will likely put more money in the pockets of most working Americans, but one aspect of the law may impact local organizations that rely on charitable giving to stay afloat.

Where Eagles soar

By DEVIN WEEKS

Legals December 25, 2017

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Hayden Lake Irrigation District will conduct a Public Hearing to charge a quarterly fee for all commercial properties possessing private fire lines/hydrants, and increase the excess water charge to $1.50 per 1,000 gallons, effective first quarter 2018, on 1/2/18 at 6:00 PM at the District office, 2160 W. Dakota Ave., Hayden, ID. Any interested developers, builders and/or landowners are invited to attend. CDA LEGAL 8780 DECEMBER 19, 21, 23, 25, 27, 30, 2017

Family buried under burden of health problems

The family is struggling with the financial and emotional fallout from health issues.

Today's ghastly groaner

For our groaner groupies, we have a holiday treat.

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

Ghosts of Christmases past

Check out any Christmas card and the best of them look exactly like Coeur d’Alene after a freshly fallen snow. At this time of the year we all want to live in your town. If Santa owned a condo it would be in Coeur d’Alene. I grew up in Wisconsin where we could always count on a white Christmas. Then I moved to Los Angeles and had to put on sun screen before going outside on Christmas morning. It just isn’t the same.

Secret Santas

COEUR d’ALENE — Fresh tears were in the corners of Robert Gladney's eyes when he got out of friend Amy Pederson's car Saturday night.

Christmas Day's current and past weather extremes

Our planet continues to go through this unbelievable cycle of wide weather “extremes.” For Christmas of 2017, this day will be no exception.

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Downtown's MoMo almost ready to open

Pan-Asian and wok-executed authentic Korean, Japanese, Chinese and Thai dishes are the emphasis of MoMo, a sushi bar, wok and grill opening soon in the home of the former Bonsai Bistro at 101 E. Sherman Ave.

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Annalesha Christine Draper, 27

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Rikki Lynn Dingman

Pfennigs shines as Post Falls finishes strong at Vegas tourney

LAS VEGAS — After four games in four days in a 16-team tournament featuring teams from all over the country — and playing in the toughest bracket of the tournament — coach Mike McLean and his Post Falls High boys basketball team were understandably tired Saturday night.

Neighborhood of the Week - Like a good neighbor

In the spirit of Christmas, it’s prime time to talk about the one thing that probably matters most to finding an ideal neighborhood. It can be the most unpredictable aspect of the process, but it can also be the difference maker between finding a house vs. finding a home.

Buried by debt at Christmas

This father of three said his family has been unable to get ahead for a few years.

TOYS: A triumph for tots

The numbers are in and I am without words… well, spoken words.

Wish list to our favorite UFO

Dear Santa:

Some good old college hoops on the (You)Tube

Amidst the social media posts about people’s pets and kids, I’ve noticed a fair number of folks talking about their latest night of binge-watching TV series.

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Milestone Announcements

Today's ghastly groaner

A frog goes into the bank and approaches the teller. Her name plate states that she is “Patty Whack.”

Immeasurable heritage

COEUR d’ALENE — Treating a patient requires more than a 20-minute session to discuss symptoms and a prescription for medication.

Free training available at Safety Fest Feb. 21-23

It could save a life in the workplace — and it doesn’t cost a thing.

From jaded to jolly

COEUR d’ALENE — For anyone who is feeling a bit jaded or cynical this holiday season, Caden Butera has the remedy for you.

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THANKS: Holidays and Heroes a success

Raising funds ... a scary necessity

A little girl asked to see the president of a large company. She explained that her club was raising money and asked if he would contribute.

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Tara Lynn Swank, 47

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Norman Archie Radford, 85

Brennan, Tyler McCliment-Call lead Trojans at Tark tourney

LAS VEGAS — In their final game at the Tarkanian Classic, the Post Falls Trojans faced a challenge that could arise later in the season, in their quest for a state title — playing without their top player, Melody Kempton.

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John A Veylupek, 85

POEM: A gift for Christians

In the shelter of your Presence

RELIGION: A source of strife

Regarding the My Turn, Dec. 20, by Esequiel Vasquez:

TOBACCO: Don't sell near schools

Nice to read that Idaho’s youth are wising up to tobacco and other inhaled products. It would be nice if local government would aid this effort by preventing tobacco/vapor retailers from running stores near our schools. Here in Rathdrum, we have a vapor shop and a tobacco shop next to our high school. These adult businesses are within a stone’s throw of the high school. Seems clear that their ultimate goal is to sell to “new customers” as soon as possible.

Heroes all on St. Nick's nice list

Merry Christmas everybody! It’s the time of year that we find out who was naughty or nice.

Now what?

As promised, the president has signed the tax reform bill prior to Christmas. There is much discussion and conflict as to whom benefits and how. As far as homeowners though, there is little doubt what has changed.

WIDMYER: Mayoral praise

We applaud Mayor Steve Widmyer and the Coeur d’Alene Department of Parks and Recreation for endorsing the 10-minute walk to a park campaign led by The Trust for Public Land, National Recreation and Park Association, and Urban Land Institute. The campaign is working with mayors across the country to advance park access and quality, with the bold goal of putting a high-quality park or open space within a 10-minute walk of every American.

Legals December 23, 2017

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Coeur d'Alene Planning Commission invites you to the following public hearing to consider your oral comments and all written comments received on the following items: ITEM: PUD-2-17m What is being requested: Idaho Waterfront LLC is requesting approval of a modification to "Tilford Place PUD". Location of the property: The property is described as a +/- 1.66 acre property located West Tilford Lane in the Riverstone Development and legally described as PARCEL 1: Lot 3, Riverstone West 4th Addition, according to the plat recorded in Book "K" of Plats, Page 376, Records of Kootenai County, Idaho PARCEL 2: Lot 2, Riverstone West 5th Addition, according to the plat recorded in Book "K" of Plats, Page 446A, Records of Kootenai County, Idaho. A full legal description of the parcel, and a map, may be viewed at the City's Planning Department during regular business hours. Public Hearing time and location: The public hearings will begin at 5:30 p.m. in the Community Room, Lower-level of Coeur d'Alene Public Library, 702 E. Front Avenue, at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission on January 9, 2018. Require more information? To see a more detailed copy of the above legal descriptions, obtain more information on the above requests or a copy of the staff reports; contact the Planning Department at 769-2240. Staff reports are also posted and available on January 5, 2018 at the City's website at www.cdaid.org by clicking on agendas/ planning commission. The hearing will be held in a facility that is accessible to persons with disabilities. Special accommodations will be available, upon request, five (5) days prior to the hearing. For more information, contact the Planning Department at (208)769-2240. Tami Stroud Clerk(s) of the Commission CDA LEGAL 8791 DECEMBER 23, 2017

Senior Meals Dec. 25-29

Lake City Center

Here's where your blessings end up

We received nearly 3,000 applications this year from Kootenai County residents seeking help from Christmas for All for more than 7,200 family members and individuals.

Wishing upon a star ...

Jack McMahon called Friday morning, curious about Anonymous in Athol. Isn’t everybody?

Trojans rally, but fall short in Vegas

LAS VEGAS — It wasn’t the finish that cost Post Falls in Friday’s matchup in the Tarkanian Classic — the Trojans actually closed nicely.

Impact of CSI coach's death felt at NIC

Heidi Cartisser had the ability to inspire people in her time as volleyball coach at the College of Southern Idaho.

RECORDS

SENTENCINGS

N. Idaho garbage may be in trouble

By MARC STEWART

Kempton leads Post Falls at Vegas tourney

LAS VEGAS — The Post Falls Trojans were treated to a “Mel game” on Friday, in their third game at the Tarkanian Classic.

Schroeder seeking Idaho House District 4 seat

COEUR d’ALENE — Rebecca Schroeder will announce her candidacy today to represent District 4 in Idaho’s House of Representatives.

Today's ghastly groaner

A man and his wife, both corporate executives, decided they wanted to leave the city to live a simpler life. They bought a farm in the country and decided to raise chickens. After a short time, they returned to the city frustrated and complaining that chicken farming was not for them.

Cold no more

Employees and volunteers at the Kootenai Humane Society Thrift Store aren’t feeling the cold pinch of winter this month, thanks to some HVAC angels at J.A. Bertsch Heating and Cooling.

Rathdrum man to spend holidays in jail

A Rathdrum man with a propensity to scrum and run from law enforcement will spend the holidays behind bars as he awaits sentencing next year on a series of charges, including two felony counts of battering police officers.

Gifts to melt hearts, and seats

We left you on Friday with the Barbieri family having solved their gremlin invasion — and our promise to continue sharing some Christmas gift stories.

STEP TALK: Santa Claus is coming… to two houses

ALEXANDRA MORTENSEN / Contributing Writer

JUDD JONES: What's up with bone broth protein?

Over the last few years, there has been a lot of hype around the different types of protein powders available on the market. Since we live in an era where misleading information is hard to differ from accurate details, let’s take a look at protein powders with a focus on a somewhat new product, bone broth protein.

An Ida-home business

Breakfast in the Moseley household is served on a table that’s just as much for business as it is for family.

'Stranger Things'? No, just thoughtful gifts for TV addicts

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Give the binge-watching a rest, please, and play thoughtful Santa for the fellow TV addicts in your life.

USDA Issues Permit for Santa's Reindeer

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) today issued a movement permit to Mr. S. Claus of the North Pole, a broker with Worldwide Gifts, Unlimited. The permit will allow reindeer to enter and exit the United States between the hours of 7 p.m. December 24, 2017 and 7 a.m. December 25, 2017, through or over any U.S. border port.

Help Idaho libraries fulfill Braille's vision

By ANN JOSLIN

Legals December 22, 2017

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Case No. CV2017-8379 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: GARY CHARLES KNOBLICH d.o.d. August 17, 2017 Decedent NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative of the above-named decedent. All persons having claims against the Decedent, or the 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 below. DATED this 12 day of December, 2017 /s/: Matthew Knoblich Personal Representative c/o Brandie J. Rouse ATTORNEYS NORTHWEST, INC. 1900 Northwest Boulevard, Ste., 106 Coeur d'Alene, Idaho 83814 (208) 664-1139 CDA LEGAL 8767 DECEMBER 15, 22, 29, 2017

Movie Times Dec. 22 - 28

Hayden Discount Cinema

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Mom's wish is happy holiday for family

This mom said it’s hard not to cry during the holidays when you’re living paycheck to paycheck.

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Kevin Lee Chamberlin, 57

How about a truce for Christmas

It’s Christmas Weekend, so let’s make a deal.

KENNEDY: Lesson for today

When President Kennedy proposed and got his tax cut through Congress, the Democrats were all in favor of it. What is different today? Do people know history enough to weigh it or do people listen to biased media only? By the way, Kennedy’s tax cut was great for the economy back then.

Bold 'Last Jedi' bolsters the 'Star Wars' legacy

It’s difficult to distinguish general audience reaction to “Star Wars: The Last Jedi” from the “Internet” reaction to the film. Perhaps in these especially divisive times, it shouldn’t be a shock to go online and hear how polarizing “The Last Jedi” has been to its hardcore and even casual fans.

Today's ghastly groaner

A pirate walked into a bar, and the bartender said: “Hey, I haven’t seen you in a while. What happened? You look terrible.”

PERMITS: Look at the root

Lately, there has been a discussion of comments on and grousing about the proposed elimination of building permits in Kootenai County, or, at least, making them optional. The latest is the “My Turn” by Deborah Rose. Most who have weighed in on the subject make very valid points, both pro and con.

Ongoing strike a holiday downer

COEUR d’ALENE — The Silver Valley isn’t going to find a gift-wrapped strike settlement under its Christmas tree.

TAX BILL: Here comes inflation

I wrote to Senator Risch urging him to oppose the Republican tax bill. He wrote back that he supports it because it “strengthens families, grows business and boosts our national economy.” But the Republican tax bill does not do any of those things.

WOLF: An urban warning

I just want to give people a head’s up. I saw a wolf chasing a deer at Hanley and 15th Street at 6:30 p.m. on Dec. 19. I heard there is a wolf/dog hybrid living in the area, so it could be that dog, but I spend a lot of time hunting and have seen a fair share of wolves and it looked like a wolf. Of course, both the deer and the wolf were traveling at Mach 5 when sighted, but it might be better to assume it was a wolf and take proper precautions with pets and livestock. Merry Christmas!

NIC looks to fill open board seat

By MARC STEWART

DEMOCRATS: Do something positive

I have recently been reading about who or what is the greatest threat to the future of our country. North Korea, Russia, Global Warming, etc.

Hangover Handicap coming up

It’s almost Hangover Handicap time.

Solstice blues

The sun crossed into Capricorn, closely followed by Saturn.

TAX BILL: Fuels national debt

For decades the Republican Party has touted the need for fiscal restraint and a balanced budget. Now, however, even with a majority in Congress, they propose to add $1.1 trillion to $1.8 trillion to the national debt over the next 10 years. The present corporate tax of 35 percent is too high; however, reducing the tax to 21 percent with no other replacement funds will likely increase the deficit beyond the present optimistic projections.

Learning continues for Post Falls in Vegas

LAS VEGAS — So far, the education of the Post Falls High girls basketball team in the highest division of a high-level tournament this week consists of a narrow win, a close loss and a little blood, among other things.

Building code plan has real positives

When the county commissioners suggested that a property owner may be given the option of using the county to verify building code compliance, people started losing their minds. The fear mongering was cranked to 11 and all kinds of ridiculous claims were presented. Good policy rarely results from bad information so let’s examine the facts.

Bob Boeh, longtime Idaho Forest Group executive to retire

COEUR d’ALENE — Idaho Forest Group announced the upcoming retirement of Bob Boeh, vice president of government affairs.

Oh, poo: Not any ol' gift will do

So you decide that talking to a few people around the area about Christmas presents might provide a nice, lighthearted column.

UConn-bound guard too much for Trojans at Tark Classic

LAS VEGAS — Against an athletic team from Salesian College Preparatory School of Richmond, Calif., the Post Falls Trojan boys almost, almost had another big win in its stay at the Tarkanian Classic.

Worley angler lands $85K derby raffle boat package

Worley angler Gary March didn’t do well in this year’s salmon derby on Lake Coeur d’Alene.

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That big cashier's check is really no gift at all

The old Mystery Shopper scam is going around our area. It comes and goes but this one has a new twist. It’s specifically timed for Christmas, when many are feeling the need for a little more cash to buy gifts or pay credit card bills.

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Tax bill a boon to AT&T employees

AT&T employees will find a nice little post-Christmas bundle in their stockings, thanks to President Trump and the Republican-majority Congress.

Medical emergencies take toll on family as Christmas approaches

It has been a traumatic year for this family, draining them emotionally and financially.

Today's ghastly groaner

I took the shell off my racing snail to make him faster. But now he is more sluggish.

Ex-Charter girls coach responds

In October, Doug Grant read with interest the comments of Dan Nicklay, Coeur d’Alene Charter Academy principal, on the school’s decision to pull the plug on the Panthers’ boys and girls basketball programs, effective this season.

Anonymous in Athol steps up; can you?

The Press Christmas for All hotline rang at noon Wednesday.

Prep girls basketball media poll

Transit center still has sore spots

COEUR d’ALENE — City Council member Dan English wants the proposed county transit center at Riverstone to provide the public with amenities becoming of its name.

Prison sentence vacated

By RALPH BARTHOLDT

Vandals sign 12, including six JUCOs

The Idaho Vandals, who drop from FBS to FCS next season, announced the signing of 12 athletes to letters of intent on Wednesday, the first day of the new early signing period in college football.

The Christmas claw

A Post Falls boy with a penchant for arcade “claw” games is putting his gaming gains to good use this holiday season.

Fish on ice

During most winters in North Idaho, good ice is hard to find.

Starbucks: Cupfuls of controversy

In a hugely unscientific study, we’ve determined that folks around here care more about Christmas than they do about homosexuality.

Hey, give Rudolph a little vitamin C

If you hear sneezing on your roof Sunday night, don’t worry. It’s just Rudolph’s cold. Norwegian scientists suggested any red-nosed reindeer must have a parasitic respiratory infection.

Trojan teams open Vegas tourney with big wins

- BOYS

A sky full of eagles

By PRESS STAFF

'Why not just do it now?'

No, Nick Saban didn’t call, as someone joked.

How water can elevate your health

Christmas relaxation

Sleep should clean the brain

Elimination of pain - the perfect gift!

The best and worst of 2017

Legals December 20, 2017

Notice of Self Storage Sale Please take notice: By The Mall Storage - Located at 6176 N Government Way, Dalton Gardens, ID 83815 intends to hold a bid sale of self-storage units by the following persons in default of payment. The sale will occur at the storage facility: By The Mall Storage - Government Way on 12/26/17 at 12:00 PM. Sines, Sunni, 8644 N Star Loop, Hayden ID 83835, household items All property is being stored at the above self-storage facility. This sale may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Certain terms and conditions apply. See manager for details. CDA LEGAL 8748 DECEMBER 13, 20, 2017

What a mess!

By RALPH BARTHOLDT

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Katie Lynn Nield, 37

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Tara Lynn Swank, 47

A major Trojan test at Tark tourney

The Post Falls High boys basketball team has had its fair share of challenging opponents in recent years.

BLM hopes to install digital payment at Blackwell Island

COEUR d’ALENE — The Bureau of Land Management Coeur d’Alene Field Office is hoping to make the public’s visit to the popular Blackwell Island boat launch and recreation site a bit more convenient.

POEM: A true gift

What a very precious poem Glenna Fox wrote! Now that’s what CHRISTmas is all about. It’s not “happy holidays.” It’s to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ, the Son of God.

STORY: A point about poll

I strongly object to the article headlined, “Poll: Most say Trump crossed line with Russian contacts.” The article states in the middle of a lengthy nonsense “that 62 percent of Democrats think he did something illegal while 5 percent of Republicans believe so.” That evidently adds up to “most” of the country.

It is a wonderful life, isn't it?

Capt. Steve Childers stood there, a look of astonishment on his face.

WARMING: Non-political facts

Letter-writer Marvin George Miller dismisses the impact of global warming on hurricanes.

Today's ghastly groaner

A guy goes to the psychiatrist. He says, “Doc, I keep having these recurring dreams. Some-times I’m a teepee, and then other times I’m a wigwam. It’s driving me crazy. What’s wrong with me?”

HOSPITALITY: Workers' wish

It’s Christmas morning.

Looks like Mulder was right

It took 70 years, but the government finally has admitted it’s been looking for little green men.

THIEF: Darkening some joy

Yes, Virginia, there is a Grinch.

Christmas Eve journey of giving

Author’s note: This story first appeared in The Press on 12/21/05 when this “daddy’s girl” was newly grieving the loss of mine. Each of the thirteen Christmases I’ve celebrated since my father’s been gone, there’s always a little Christmas “moment” that makes me know he’s still right here with me. For anyone facing their first Christmas without a parent or loved one, it’s my wish for you and all Main Street readers for the spirit of Christmas to surround you with love and light.

Apples aren't always good for you

COEUR d’ALENE — Delivery of an eastbound load of apples was delayed early Tuesday when the fruit ended up in the westbound lane of Interstate 90, according to Idaho State Police.

NET: Government isn't neutral

When you hear the words ”net neutrality” and FCC it almost sounds fair. So why would you not be in favor of it or why against it?

Family at risk of becoming homeless during holiday week

This Christmas comes with some added stress for this mother of two toddlers.

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Mary (Zimmerman) Coleman, 71

Expand Medicaid petition event is Saturday

COEUR d’ALENE — Reclaim Idaho will be collecting signatures to get Medicaid Expansion on the ballot in 2018 during its Medicaid for Idaho campaign kick-off event Saturday in the Coeur d'Alene Public Library.

Latterell sought for parole violations

The North Idaho Violent Crimes Task Force is seeking information leading to the apprehension of Glenn Royal Edward Latterell.

True church-state union makes a strong nation

Mr. Black foments fear in his recent series of articles condemning the union of church and state. In reality a strong nation keeps religion and politics together. The union of state and church existed successfully for 1,700 years beginning with the Constantine Empire. The rebellion against the church and state union, a flagrant disregard for the rights of Jesus Christ and His rightful kingship over society, began in the Dark Ages.

Meet Nathaniel, Wednesday's Child

Nathaniel, 13, loves the outdoors and describes his ultimate vacation as one where he would do lots of fishing, hunting and hiking.

Fewer teens lighting up

COEUR d’ALENE — Today, there are far fewer first puffs of cigarettes being taken by Idaho students.

Warming center open now through Christmas

COEUR d’ALENE — The St. Vincent de Paul Warming Center opened Tuesday evening and will be open through Christmas evening.

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Marjorie Joy Edlund, 86

Cardinals finish 3-0 at crossover

COEUR d’ALENE — Tournament MVP RayQuan Evans totaled 27 points, nine rebounds and four assists as North Idaho College finished 3-0 at its Northwest Athletic Conference crossover with an 84-67 victory over Highline Community College of Des Moines, Wash., on Tuesday afternoon at Rolly Williams Court.

Matheson lifts Vikings past Crusaders

BOYS

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Bowling, basketball and select soccer

BOWLING

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Coleton Kazmierczak

Update: Tax bill hits Senate snag; House will likely vote again Wednesday

UPDATE: Three provisions in the Republican $1.5 trillion tax bill must be changed before the Senate can approve it.

Building codes: Examine the facts

By BRENT REGAN

Kid Scoop 12-19

NIC men top Shoreline

COEUR d’ALENE — North Idaho College doubled up Shoreline in rebounding and also held a comfortable advantage on the scoreboard, as the Cardinals topped the Dolphins 84-67 late Monday night in the second game of an NWAC crossover tournament.

Legals December 19, 2017

ONLINE STORAGE SALE All Storage Northwest located at 1985 W Hayden Avenue in Hayden, Idaho intends to hold a bid sale of self-storage units by the following persons in default of payment. The sale will occur online at www.AuctionDepot.NET commencing on December 31, 2017 at 12:00 pm and coming to a close on January 4th, 2018 at 7:00 pm, with unit contents going to the highest bidder. Skyler D Bragg, (Unit B24) , 11205 E Stoughton Rd, Valleyford, WA 99036, household and baby items. David M Pulsifer (Unit D39), 3915 W Laurel Ave #1, Coeur D Alene, Idaho 83815-shop items and household items. All property is being stored at the above noted self-storage facility. This sale may be withdrawn at any time without notice. CDA LEGAL 8739 DECEMBER 12, 19, 2017

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Earl “EG” George Lunceford, 77

County won't take a bath on showers

By BRIAN WALKER

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Rahland (Ron) Averill, 73

Today's ghastly groaner

I submitted nearly a dozen really corny puns to The Press, hoping that at least one would be considered worthy of printing in the Groaner feature.

Post Falls hopes city center parcel provides growth spark

By BRIAN WALKER

Legion shakeup in PF

POST FALLS — Post Falls American Legion Post 143 is operating with a new commander and lounge manager after the previous people in those positions were removed by the nonprofit's state office late last week.

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William Franklin ‘Bill’ Van Valkinburgh, 83

American spirit of Hanukkah

American cultural identity is synonymous with revolution and religious freedom. Which makes the story of Hanukkah quintessentially American.

Mom seeks a little holiday joy for her boy

This young mother said she does her best to support her little boy.

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Putting a pen to the past

Sixteen public, private and homeschooled students from throughout Kootenai County were declared winners of the fourth annual Student Essay Contest on Kootenai County History at an awards ceremony Wednesday.

Pickup damaged by gunfire in Cd'A

By BRIAN WALKER

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Gordon Cofield, 87

Nonini plans to keep tire shops, shoe stores busy

By CHUCK MALLOY

Amtrak train hurtles off overpass; at least 6 people killed

DUPONT, Wash. (AP) — An Amtrak train making the first-ever run along a faster new route hurtled off an overpass south of Seattle at an estimated 80 mph Monday and spilled more than a dozen cars onto the highway below, killing at least six people, authorities said.

Idaho victims' rights proposal would cost state $553,000

BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Advocates of a proposal to amend Idaho’s constitution to strengthen its crime victims’ bill of rights said Monday that the statewide cost would be less than 1 percent of what the state already spends on public safety each year.

Behold, staurolite

Panning for “crosses” in North Idaho

Caregivers deserve a helping hand

Idaho boasts an army of volunteer caregivers, but according to a 2017 Idaho AARP survey, you might put this face on the poster.

That festive flair

By DEVIN WEEKS

Sports Schedule 12/17 - 12/23

Legals December 18, 2017

City of Dalton Gardens Annual Road and Street Financial Report For the Fiscal Year Ending September 30, 2017 REVENUE: Highway Users Revenue 110,901.00 Highway District Levy Transfer 54,853.00 Transfers from Non-Highway Money 29,061.00 Total Revenue 194,815.00 EXPENDITURES: Snow Removal 24,998.00 Hydrants 400.00 Crack/Chip Sealing & Grading 122,270.00 Engineering Services 32,471.00 Patching, Signs & Maintenance 14,106.00 Street Lighting 570.00 Total Disbursements 194,815.00 Published in accordance with Idaho Code 40-708 Steve Roberge, Mayor, Valerie S. Anderson, Clerk/Treasurer CDA LEGAL 8772 DECEMBER 18, 2017

ON THE AGENDA: Your local government and schools in action

This list of local government meetings taking place this week includes just highlights from published meeting agendas that are available. To view the complete agenda, visit the web addresses included with the listings or call the entities directly.

Senior meals, Dec. 18-22

Lake City Center

Depression hits hard during holiday season

He battles depression and other health issues all year long, but at Christmastime, it becomes more paralyzing than usual for this man.

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

Mitch Alexander: Golden days in the Silver Valley

KELLOGG — Mitch Alexander and his wife, Keri, were standing in a grocery store checkout line when a little girl walked up, hugged his leg, and said, “Thank you for helping my family. Our family is so much better.”

Will La Nina bring us a lot of snow this season?

The weather pattern in early December over the western states has “not been typical” of a La Nina event. As mentioned in previous columns, La Nina is the abnormal cooling of sea-surface temperatures along the Equatorial regions.

Ending hunger, one meal at a time

COEUR d’ALENE — A fantastic frenzy of scooping, sealing, bagging and cheering unfolded in the Skyway Elementary gym Friday night, amid a sea of white hairnets and A-plus attitudes.

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Meier shines off the bench again as Cardinal women win Clackamas tourney

WOMEN

Keeping an eye on new Riverstone buildings

Four major new buildings are in the works for the Riverstone area.

BROOKS: In our corner

Bill Brooks’ column in the Coeur d’Alene Press is the first thing my friends and I read every time he is featured. It is incomprehensible to me to think that this caring, selfless man should not be getting paid for all of the long hours he puts in daily, just so that he can help his fellow man.

'Tis the season for wishes, to give thanks

A Christmas wish: That the Inland Empire League and Greater Spokane League continue to schedule each other in nonleague games.

BLAME: Let's grow up

The Blame Game in our nation’s capitol, across the country and around the world is overwhelming. An extremely high percentage of the news revolves around childish fingerpointing.

RELIEF: Only if you're rich

GOP deficit hawks have become extinct.

WOOF! Tony's rebuttal

In response to Joy Sellers’ letter to the editor:

Timberlake boys rally late to top East Valley

- BOYS

Sound life lessons from the movies

Sound life lessons from the movies

NAR warns loss of net neutrality may be costly

Just as we have seen the broadcast television industry change since loosening of the FCC’s control during Ronald Reagan’s administration and then the complete abandonment of multiple ownership rules under Bill Clinton, which allowed a few influential broadcasters control of television, the internet stands to become under the control of a few powerful service providers. In the aftermath of the FCC’s repeal of the net neutrality rules, NAR published the report below:

Trojans back on top

COEUR d’ALENE — Talk about redemption.

HILLARY: A lasting legacy

In December 2003, American and British intelligence and weapons experts were given a tour of Libya’s arsenal. After showing them 10 nuclear-related sites, a British official said that while the country had not manufactured a nuclear weapon, “it was close to producing one.”

Post Falls girls hang with Central Valley before falling

SPOKANE VALLEY — For most of the game, the Post Falls Trojans, one of the best girls basketball teams in Idaho, more than held their own against the Central Valley Bears, considered the top team in Washington.

TEACHER: Gratitude galore

I am writing this letter to thank all those who donated and purchased items for the fundraiser held at Post Falls Middle School on Dec. 5. My family and I were touched by the generosity and love in our community. Thank you to the people who spent many hours creating this event. I would also like to thank Hayden Homes for their generous donation.

CHEERS: For beautiful music

Max Mendez, Choral Instructor and Bryan Hannnaford, Director of Bands, are to be commended for the music programs they produce.

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BUSINESSES: Thanks for donations

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Meredith M. Farrens Tritt, 85, passed away on Dec. 10, 2017. She was born Feb. 21, 1932, in Walla Walla, Wash., to Bill and Mildred Farrens. She was an only child for 10 years, until her sister, Norma Jean “Sally” came along.

Lakeside neighborhood pestered by holiday ruckus

Today's ghastly groaner

Two elderly ladies were going shopping together.

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ANNIVERSARY

FEES: Atlas shrugs (again)

I was surprised to see in The Press that the average student fees for college in Idaho increased by 34 percent from 2010 through 2017. Every year I receive a notice from my county retirement plan showing how much is deducted for my health care premiums. For 2010 through 2017, my premiums increased by 134 percent. This is quite an economic burden but this increase does not include medications, office visits and hospital expenses — these are extra out-of-pocket costs on top of the 134 percent.

Taxing time

COEUR d'ALENE — The tax cycle could be considered three rounds of boxing.

A busy year in Boise?

COEUR d’ALENE — Health care, liquor licensing, victims' rights and education are just a few of the issues Idaho State Reps. Luke Malek and Paul Amador intend to tackle in the upcoming legislative session.

Meier sparks Cards off bench

OREGON CITY, Ore. — Lake City High product Whitney Meier scored 26 points off the bench for North Idaho College, sparking the Cardinals past the Clackamas Cougars 85-82 in overtime in the Clackamas tournament on Saturday afternoon.

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Kip and Sandi Clark, of Coeur d’Alene, have been called to serve a Family/Church History Mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints for a year in Salt Lake City, Utah, at the Utah Salt Lake City Headquarters. They recently entered the Missionary Training Center and will receive their specific assignments upon completion of their training on Dec. 15.

Legals December 16, 2017

NOTICE OF DECISION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Coeur d'Alene Planning Commission held public hearings on December 12, 2017 and decided the following: ITEM: PUD-2-94.m.7 By a vote of 6-0, approved the request of Hanley Partners, LLC for approval of a proposed modification to Coeur d'Alene Place PUD. Location of the property: The property is described as a +/- 11.85 acre property and legally described as All of Lots 2 and 3 Block 1 of COEUR D'ALENE PLACE COMMERCIAL recorded in Book K of Plats at Page 431 and 431A, located in the Southeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter of Section 27, Township 51 North, Range 4 West, Boise Meridian, in the City of Coeur d'Alene, Kootenai County, Idaho. A full legal description of the parcel, and a map, may be viewed at the City's Planning Department during regular business hours. Pursuant to Section(s) 17.09.472C the determination of the Planning Commission shall become final ten days after the decision has been published in the official newspaper, unless it is appealed to the City Council. Any resident of the City of Coeur d'Alene, any person with an interest in real property in the City of Coeur d'Alene, or any person with an interest in real property located within 300 feet of the external boundaries of the property being considered may file an appeal of the Planning Commission's decision to the City Council. An appeal of the above decision must be filed in writing with the Planning Department by December 26, 2017, and be accompanied by a $200 filing fee. The Planning Commission's minutes, findings and order, and other information are available through the Planning Department at (208) 769-2240. Sean Holm Clerk(s) of the Commission CDA LEGAL 8773 DECEMBER 16, 2017

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Lorraine Moore, 97

Geezer South to meet Tuesday

It’s time for the second meeting of “Geezer South,” a southern offshoot of the Geezer Forum held monthly for the past five years in Sandpoint.

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Gary Innes Amendola, 67

Trojans take tough approach in wrestling schedule

The challenge wasn’t so much the Sidney Invitational in Montana.

Post Falls leads after first day

COEUR d’ALENE — After the first day in the 47th Tri-State Invitational, a familiar face sits on the top of the team standings.

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Area players named to

Harris, Sorn spark Card women

OREGON CITY, Ore. — Rocky Mountain College transfer Ronnie Harris had 25 points and five steals for North Idaho College in a 93-67 win over the Whatcom Orcas in the opening round of the Clackamas tournament on Friday.

Today's ghastly groaner

A game warden stopped a man who was shooting seagulls and told him it was not legal. The man said he needed them to feed his family.

Thompson's 3 seals Post Falls victory at Lewis and Clark

- BOYS

Best Christmas Lights in Kootenai County

It's time to turn up the Christmas music and hit the road.

Crashes all over the place

UPDATE: Interstate 90 is open again near milepost 30. ISP is still investigating multiple crashes and says: “Please use caution while driving.”

Cd'A man sentenced for insurance fraud

A Coeur d’Alene man convicted of insurance fraud will spend 30 days in jail, perform 50 hours of community service and pay $5,177 in restitution and $300 in court costs.

Pies fly for good cause at Dalton

By DEVIN WEEKS

Millions suddenly have high blood pressure under new guidelines

Tens of millions of Americans didn’t have high blood pressure when they went to bed on Nov. 12 — but they did on Nov. 13.

Legals December 15, 2017

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Case No. CV 2017-7621 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: BRIAN DOUGLAS LONG, d.o.d., September 14, 2017, Deceased. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative of the above-named decedent. All persons having claims against Decedent, or the 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 below. DATED this 24 day of October, 2017. /S/: Kay Kiebert, Personal Representative c/o Virginia M. Robinson ATTORNEYS NORTHWEST, INC. 1900 Northwest Boulevard, Ste. 106 Coeur d' Alene, Idaho 83814 CDA LEGAL 8698 DECEMBER 1, 8, 15, 2017

Welcome to the Silver Valley, Idaho's Siberia

Thomas Jefferson said a long time ago that government works best when it is closest to the people.

Grinch swipes gifts from Post Falls home

POST FALLS — The Grinch targeted a Post Falls home on Tuesday, stealing "numerous" wrapped Christmas presents with a total estimated value of $700, according to police.

Young author celebrates first novel

Few writers can say they published their first book at the age of 18, but Jackson E. Graham can.

Gary, this effort is for you

Gary Ingram is gone, but a friend is working to make sure he’s not forgotten.

Cd'A Blues Festival honored

The Coeur d’Alene Blues Festival has achieved Hall of Fame status.

Smart geese take a gander

This is going to be a Forrest Gump type of column.

Net Neutrality: An open letter

As someone who has founded and/or led numerous companies in the regional telecommunications industry for more than 25 years, who recently had dinner with Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairman Pai in Washington, D.C., and who was recently nominated to the North American Numbering Council which helps set policy for the FCC, I feel I must add my voice to the growing outrage over the FCC’s decision to reverse existing Net Neutrality rules.

Oh hi, James Franco!

As a megafan of “The Room,” the 2003 melodrama widely considered to be one of the best worst movies of all-time, it’s impossible for me to objectively assess “The Disaster Artist,” director James Franco’s restaging of the behind-the-scenes turmoil of the now-cult classic.

County got it right on building code

Personal property rights are a fundamental part of our American liberties. Increasingly, property owners are being forced to comply with restrictive building codes which severely limit what they are allowed to do on their own property, adding extra expense, and creating frustrating and expensive bureaucratic hoops to jump through. Kootenai County’s decision to reject the new building codes and adopt an ordinance allowing voluntary compliance is a step forward in protecting owner-builders, encouraging sustainable innovation, and safeguarding property rights.

POOCH: An unsavory strap

Pegasus Auto Recycling: Please remove the strap around Tony the junkyard dog’s snout. Poor guy looks pitiful in your ads.

McArthur, senior center part ways

POST FALLS — After nearly six years at the helm, Alison McArthur is no longer executive director of the Post Falls Senior Center.

TAXATION: Fair and balanced?

I’m thinking of the “fair and balanced” news station, and suddenly transferred the idea to the taxation issue. What is more fair? The working person has always been taxed by the supposedly fair “income tax”, on his or her salary, having it conveniently withheld from the payroll check. That’s always seemed fair to me, as a citizen to help my government fund its budget. But I read that to tax an heir who receives some “income” way beyond the average wage-earner’s income, in an amount above some $5 million, isn’t a fair tax, and should be eliminated. What, may I ask, is fair about that? In my opinion; the “estate tax” is the most fair and balanced tax that our country could ever come up with. No way would I expect to not pay an income tax on the amount above five million bucks somebody leaves me.

A strong nation keeps religion, politics apart

By UYLESS BLACK

Loutzenhiser paces Lakeland

RATHDRUM — Sophomore Melody Loutzenhiser totaled 17 points and three assists for the host Lakeland Hawks, who jumped out early en route to a 58-36 victory over the Kellogg Wildcats in nonleague play Thursday night at Hawk Court.

A foster parent story - When saying goodbye is a good thing

By Tyler Wilson

4A Hawks shut down 3A power Kellogg

RATHDRUM — Even on an off night offensively, the defense was still enough for Lakeland in a nonleague showdown with Kellogg.

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Hope Davis Connally, 93

Panhandle Kiwanis provides holiday joy to families

The holiday season shined bright Wednesday evening at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church.

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CLIMATE CHANGE: God is in control

I’m aware we need to protect our planet and be good stewards of what the Lord has given us.

Housing shift plan clears hurdle

By BRIAN WALKER

Today's ghastly groaner

A new college student rented a cottage adjacent to the fence at the San Diego Zoo. On the other side of the fence was the porpoise pool.

IDAHO: Washington student asks for help

I am a student at Cascade Christian Schools, and I am writing a report on the state of Idaho. We are responsible for gathering as much information as we can about your state. If any of your readers would like to help me by sending any pictures, postcards, used license plates, facts, products, etc. from your state, it would be greatly appreciated!

Dominos falling delightfully

Comments from a number of readers have proven that I wasn’t clear in my last column about the Domino’s app. Many had the impression that the Dominos app exposed users to identity theft. IT DOES NOT! The app, as far as I know, is completely secure.

Points at a premium at region's top wrestling tourney

Every point matters.

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Idaho receiver Sannon

One more week; let's do this!

There's you.

STEINLE: Case's sordid side

Hello Bob,

MUSLIMS: Difficult to be a Christian

Replying to Jim Jones’s guest opinion article regarding Muslim-bashing from our President hurts American interests:

Movie Times Dec. 15 - 21

Hayden Discount Cinema

More time, money needed to meet higher ed goal

By KEVIN RICHERT

They ran, they walked, they jingled, they donated

Participants in Fleet Feet Sports Coeur d’Alene’s 13th annual Jingle Bell Run donated $218.62 to Press Christmas for All. Dressed in holiday running style, they handed the cash off, a bill or two or three at a time, to volunteers waiting outside the Coeur d’Alene Press office Thursday evening as the runners and walkers jingled by. (DEVIN WEEKS/Press)

Bill would boost caregiver support

COEUR d’ALENE - Caregivers, help could be on the way.

Orgill to Use $151,000 Grant to Assist with Hiring and Training 167 Workers

Orgill will use a $151,032 Workforce Development Training Fund grant to hire and train 167 new workers for permanent full-time positions at its Post Falls distribution center.

FCC votes along party lines to end 'net neutrality'

(AP) In a vote along party lines, the federal government has ended sweeping net-neutrality rules that guaranteed equal access to the internet.

Report details burden of high child care costs

Idaho families frequently find themselves paying more in annual child care costs than they would for a year’s tuition at a state college, according to a new report by Child Care Aware of America. And in all regions of the United States, average fees for an infant in a child care center are more than the average amount that families spend on food and transportation combined.

Willie, Lila and a thing called Twitter

I need to ask you all a favor.

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Madi Farrell

Amazon: More than a river

Amazon is not just a river in South America. It turns out it’s also a major target for thieves and scammers.

Local robotics team places first

Christian Center School’s Robotics Team participated last weekend, for the first time, in a FIRST LEGO League Tournament. The CCS team took first place in the Robot Game portion of the competition held in Bonners Ferry, earning the team the Robot Performance Trophy.

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Today's ghastly groaner

A weather-worn cowboy showed up at the Pearly Gates and was questioned by St. Peter.

Pesticides may have poisoned Canada geese

Dead geese found in Hayden and on the Rathdrum prairie this year died from ingesting rodent pesticides, according to the Idaho Department of Fish and Game.

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Eight things mom got wrong

Fretful mothers may be nature’s way of ensuring species survival, but maybe moms need to do a little more research before dispensing health warnings.

CV game part of killer schedule for Post Falls girls

Remember last week’s hype prior to the Post Falls-Gonzaga Prep boys basketball game?

Lakeland downs 5A foes Lake City, Coeur d'Alene

COEUR d’ALENE — A little shorthanded, Lakeland showed its depth in dual wins over Lake City and Coeur d’Alene on Wednesday night at Coeur d’Alene.

Bowl time for BSU, soon for Cougs

We’re down to the final two picks in our inaugural season of Gridiron Guesses.

Sticktights, brambles, seed dispersal and a guy named Velcro

A burdock plant grows at the edge of my yard in a spot of sun where the dog likes to lay.

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Carol June McGee, 82

Price of college keeps rising

By KEVIN RICHERT

Mom struggles to pay the bills

A travel trailer is this little family’s home as the mother struggles to pay the bills after injuries made it impossible for her to work.

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Greeny signs extention

A family thing on and off mat

Wrestling runs in the Huber family.

Armed with good tidings

POST FALLS — Post Falls Police deployed in force throughout the city on Wednesday, but this time there was no danger when they pounded on doors.

Marine project to give Harrison a break

By BRIAN WALKER

Principled pursuit

Troy Pottenger is a master of self-talk.

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Records are through Tuesday

Stress, fatigue, anxiety and depression: The cries of the holidays

Getting on your nerves: Spinal compression

Mom's Talk: Tummies and floors

Alternative for 'CPAP' users

If there were only one wine

Preparing for the winter season ahead

If the early November snowfall is any indication of the season ahead, we’re in for a long and snowy winter. If you live in North Idaho, you may not be able to avoid the winter weather, but you can prepare for it.

Can I cell you a longer life?

After about age 25, our Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR), which is the amount of energy our body uses in calories at rest in a 24-hour period for all metabolic functions, starts to decline at the rate of 2-4 percent per decade.

Business and wellness: Be business savvy before building online

As a design professional, I have seen first-hand various marketing strategies presented to business owners geared toward one thing—building recognition for the purpose of growth in sales. We have all seen examples of businesses that have become really successful, while others completely flop before they even got started. So why does this happen?

Foster parenting in Idaho

The expert: Lindsay Williams is the child welfare supervisor for the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare.

Parenting - only the strong

Research has shown that having a safe, loving and stable home life contributes to healthy development of children. Families that incorporate playing, singing, reading and just spending time talking tend to have children who are more flexible and resilient than those who come from homes that do not include these activities.

'Jedi' and beyond - a quick guide to holiday movies

By TYLER WILSON

District 4 State Representatives to Hold Town Hall Forum in Coeur d'Alene

COEUR D’ALENE – With the 2018 Idaho legislative session set to convene on January 8, 2018, District 4 State Representatives Luke Malek (R) and Paul Amador (R) will host a Town Hall Forum with constituents in Coeur d’Alene to discuss their priorities for the session as well as hear the concerns of North Idaho constituents. The Town Hall will take place Saturday, December 16th from 10:30am-12:00pm at the Coeur d’Alene Library (702 E. Front Avenue).

Hospice readies annual wine taste event

Hospice of North Idaho invites the community to celebrate the 33rd Annual Wine Taste event on Feb. 3, 2018. The elegant black-tie affair draws local philanthropists who are inspired by the Hospice of North Idaho mission and the unique care they provide.

Caring for a child means getting attached - A foster care story

Timing isn’t everything.

Making new Christmas traditions

As families change, so does the idea of “home for the holidays.”

Raydeane Owens: You are here

I love to travel to new places and experience new things. The first thing I do when I reach an unfamiliar destination is find something with directions to get my bearings. You know those maps - the ones that give a bird’s eye view of your surroundings and then have a red dot with an arrow that says, “You are here”?

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During the summer, it is easy to find locally-grown produce at farmer’s markets and grocery stores; but as the warm weather wanes and frost begins to settle, our options for produce seem to dwindle even though the need to eat them remains.

New 'Star Wars' a sign of the season

Families will bond over many things at Christmas - Faith, carols, eggnog, probably not politics, and “Star Wars.”

National Report: Idaho Ranks 23rd in Protecting Kids from Tobacco

Idaho ranks 23rd nationwide in funding programs that prevent kids from smoking and help smokers quit, according to a report released today by leading public health organizations. Idaho is spending $2.7 million this year on tobacco prevention and cessation programs, which is just 17.4 percent of the $15.6 million recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

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LuRae Laferriere (Stipe), 81

AVERY: Gem State gem

It was with great joy that I read the Dec. 7 article about an essay submission by 12-year-old Avery Fudge. BRAVO! He’s a beacon of hope for the future when we’re so often stunned by the bleak news of the present.

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Lucille Hagan, 83

Symptoms of seasonal depression

The fog steals the mountains of North Idaho as it lays heavy on the valley floor. Ten days of low visibility reminds me that autumn is passing and the cold, gray, short days of winter approach. Starting my car I wonder, do I need a raincoat? Unable to determine if there are rain clouds above the mist, I run back into my house and grab my heavy coat — I hate being cold.

SIGNS: Squirrels say thanks, too

I would like to thank whoever had the idea to install solar-powered check speed limit signs on 15th Street and Fourth Street. I am (shame-faced) one of those drivers who may fudge on the speed limit on those two streets. The signs have made me aware to slow it down. Maybe they will help save a few squirrels, deer and people retrieving their mail.

A Brand New Day: Animal kingdom 1, human race 0

Once upon a time...

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Surprise visitor arrested

SPIRIT LAKE — A Spirit Lake woman received an uninvited guest Sunday night.

SERIES: Needs right sources

I just read part one of Kevin Richert’s series on the push to get more Idahoans “college” educated. It will be interesting where he goes with this and how many school counselors he spoke with to develop this story. I tried to find his email address, but could not, and it does not appear that there is a way to comment on the story on The Press or Idaho EdNews websites. I would love to spend time with him or one of your reporters talking about what this push has really meant to the families of high school students.

HEROES: They help heroes

All businesses who honored veterans this past Veterans Day are to be commended! My father, Ralph, now 96 in assisted living, is a World War II Fighter Pilot Ace who lost a front tooth crown and received dental work from two local dentists. Dr. Rader and staff at Generations Dental provided a cleaning, then a referral to Dr. Smith and staff at Kootenai Family Dental who donated an entire afternoon to getting dad’s crown made and put in place, restoring his smile. Thanks to these professionals for their courteous, prompt and expert treatment for one of our nation’s heroes. These two dentists and their staff are heroes in my book!

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Grover J. Thurman, 98

Lakeside hands N.I. Christian first loss

COEUR d’ALENE — Day Day Higgins scored 15 points and Kenyon Spottedhorse added 12 as Lakeside beat North Idaho Christian 54-42 on Tuesday night at Holy Family Catholic School, handing the Royals their first loss of the season.

STRANGER: Bears timely gift

I went to Winco Friday to get some groceries. I couldn’t access my bank app to see how much I had in my account due to the latest iOS download draining my battery so quickly. I thought I had plenty of money available. When the cashier ran my card, it was declined. I asked her if I could put my cart behind her so I could try to contact my bank to see what the issue was. Then the man behind in line told the cashier that he would pay for my groceries.

Big hopes for tiny village

By BRIAN WALKER

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Vandals’ Coffey named

Louden, Morton pace Viks vs. Moscow

COEUR d’ALENE — Rey Louden had 17 points, seven rebounds and three steals as the Coeur d’Alene Vikings knocked off the Moscow Bears 57-45 in nonleague play Tuesday night at Elmer Jordan Court.

Taxing times; It's all about spending

Kootenai County’s fiscal 2018 budget is $88 million.

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Tommia Pakootas

Idaho prep boys basketball media poll Dec. 13, 2017

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Forrest David Smith, 93

Bowling, select soccer and basketball

BOWLING

College presidents oppose tax plan

Education leaders representing the state’s public universities and colleges are calling on members of Idaho’s congressional delegation to reconsider some of the changes Republicans are proposing for the U.S. tax code.

Separation of church and state in jeopardy

One of the provisions in the tax bill that is being written by Congress would invalidate a 1954 law that bans churches (and other nonprofit organizations) from making political speeches or participating in other political pursuits. As of this writing, it is not known if this provision will be part of the final bill as the two branches of Congress have yet to reconcile their two versions. But the subject still warrants examination.

Lessons for a little way down the road

Trophies aren’t handed out in mid-December when it comes to college or high school basketball.

Today's ghastly groaner

A man on safari, while walking down the path back to his cabin, rounds a bend in the trail only to see a huge lion on a huge rock ready to leap.

MUSLIM: 'Tiny minority' myth

Jim Jones' “President's Muslim-bashing hurts American Interests” Op/Ed article (Dec. 8) perpetuates the myth of the Muslim religion as peace loving and tolerant. And wants us to believe only a tiny minority of Muslims is radicalized.

NAZI: Wrong target, Obama

Last week while abroad, past president Barack Hussein Obama declared that President Donald Trump is running a Nazi administration that will lead to the same results as Hitler realized in Germany. This is not only a blatantly irresponsible lie, it appears to be sedition, which equates to treason.

TAXES: The education imperative

As a senior citizen I too am frustrated by ever-increasing property taxes due primarily to school levies. Likewise, I don’t have kids, or grandkids, attending Kootenai County schools. Nonetheless, I don’t begrudge taxes to fund education. When I was a kid in school, the seniors of that time helped fund my education. Considering my work career was a result of a good education, that contributed to the well-being of American society. Paying it forward is a good thing.

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Marylin ‘Mary’ Lea Olson-Thomas, 74

'Awesome is Possible' actor steals the show

In 2030, Joshua Bradshaw will be 25 years old. It would be fun for the CDA 2030 team to follow up with the eighth-grader, who made his debut in a promotional video for the organization. Tuesday morning at the Coeur d’Alene Chamber’s UpBeat Breakfast, CDA 2030 chairman Ryan Nipp spoke about the organization and the status of the visioning process. The “Awesome is Possible!” video was shown to the crowd of 200+ and was a huge hit.

Post Ride: Bikes and brews in Cd'A

Bicyclers drink beer.

A DEFINING DECISION: FIVE IDAHO HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS TALK ABOUT THEIR PLANS

Idaho public policy encourages high school graduates to attend college.

Live well by giving back Most kids want to be on Santa's nice list.

Kid Scoop 12-12

Legals December 12, 2017

ONLINE STORAGE SALE All Storage Northwest located at 1985 W Hayden Avenue in Hayden, Idaho intends to hold a bid sale of self-storage units by the following persons in default of payment. The sale will occur online at www.AuctionDepot.NET commencing on December 31, 2017 at 12:00 pm and coming to a close on January 4th, 2018 at 7:00 pm, with unit contents going to the highest bidder. Skyler D Bragg, (Unit B24) , 11205 E Stoughton Rd, Valleyford, WA 99036, household and baby items. David M Pulsifer (Unit D39), 3915 W Laurel Ave #1, Coeur D Alene, Idaho 83815-shop items and household items. All property is being stored at the above noted self-storage facility. This sale may be withdrawn at any time without notice. CDA LEGAL 8739 DECEMBER 12, 19, 2017

North Idaho Christian downs Clark Fork

COEUR d’ALENE — North Idaho Christian used a press out of halftime, helping the Royals outscore visiting Clark Fork 21-6 in the period en route to a 45-34 nonconference win Monday night at Holy Family Catholic School.

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n HOLE IN ONE

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Betty

Dad's illness takes toll on family

This mom, dad and their three young kids will be spending this Christmas in a motel room.

Flu cases on the rise

By MAUREEN DOLAN

Cd'A police officers holding toy drive Saturday

The Coeur d’Alene Police Officer Association members will be collecting toys again this weekend for the area’s children’s hospitals.

Don't let fire ignite the holiday

If a winter storm were to knock out power, our house would be a beacon of light. The man of the house is candle-obsessed.

VFW Post 889 announces essay contest winner

VFW Post 889 in Coeur d’Alene announced that Emma Y. Kinyon, an eighth-grade student attending Coeur d’Alene Charter Academy, was selected as the first-place winner of the VFW’s 2017-18 Patriot’s Pen youth essay contest at the post level.

Building code debate rages on

By BRIAN WALKER

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Jerry Jean Bayley, 79

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Carlene

KCSO: Stay in your jurisdiction

COEUR d’ALENE — City police have been denied a green light by the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office to venture outside their jurisdiction for follow-up police investigations.

AFTER FIVE YEARS AND $100 MILLION, IDAHO REMAINS FAR FROM ITS '60 PERCENT GOAL'

Spend, Save, and Share for a Happy New Year

Legals December 11, 2017

SUMMARY OF COEUR D'ALENE ORDINANCE NO. 3594 Adding Article X to Chapter 17.08 of the Coeur d'Alene Municipal Code AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF COEUR D'ALENE, KOOTENAI COUNTY, IDAHO, ADDING A NEW ARTICLE X, SHORT-TERM RENTALS, TO CHAPTER 17.08 OF THE COEUR D'ALENE MUNICIPAL CODE; PROVIDING FOR THE REPEAL OF CONFLICTING ORDINANCES; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR THE PUBLICATION OF A SUMMARY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. THE FULL TEXT OF THE SUMMARIZED ORDINANCE NO. 3594 IS AVAILABLE AT COEUR D'ALENE CITY HALL, 710 E. MULLAN AVENUE, COEUR D'ALENE, IDAHO 83814 IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK. Renata McLeod, City Clerk CDA LEGAL 8731 DECEMBER 11, 2017

Extreme weather with fires in California and snow falling in the Deep South

Since we had the good start with snowfall in early November of 8.8 inches, we haven’t seen much of the white stuff since. As of today, a total of 9.6 inches of snow has fallen at Cliff’s station in Coeur d’Alene. That is below the normal of close to 15 inches for the date.

Alone at Christmas

A new, warm blanket or some meat from a grocery store.

New scam targets pizza delivery app

My “new and improved” website works! It can be found at www.billbrooksconsumeradvocate.com. I’ve had to change my handle from The CDA Press Consumer Guy to Bill Brooks, Consumer Advocate. It turns out that some guy back east claims he trademarked “Consumer Guy.” Apparently he believes that his couple of readers might confuse CDA Press Consumer Guy with his alleged trademark “Consumer Guy.” Oh well, life goes on.

Today's ghastly groaner

What did the doctor say to the Gingerbread Man who was complaining of a sore knee?

A new house for Bady

Post Falls Police Department's newest K9 officer-in-training, Bady, now has a premium place to wind down after a day of fighting crime.

Santa, I've been good...

COEUR d’ALENE — After she carefully dropped a red-enveloped letter into a special mailbox sending precious requests to the North Pole, Jordan Clifford scampered away, full of excitement.

ON THE AGENDA: Your government and schools in action

This list of local government meetings taking place this week includes just highlights from published meeting agendas that are available. To view the complete agenda, visit the web addresses included with the listings or call the entities directly.

School and Senior Lunches

Dec. 11-15

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

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Cardinals head into break with big win

COEUR d’ALENE — Esco Walker of North Idaho College edged Warner Pacific’s Josh Johnson, ranked sixth in the NAIA, 7-6, setting the tone for NIC’s 42-3 victory over the Knightros from Portland on Sunday at Christianson Gym.

Fatal crash on I90 near Rose Lake

A Coeur d’Alene man is dead and two other people are injured after a single-vehicle crash Saturday evening near Interstate 90’s Rose Lake exit.

GRASSLEY: Take it back

If you have not heard what Chuck Grassley said about you, check it out. His view is that people at the bottom of the pecking order don’t deserve a raise because they will just spend it on booze, movies, etc.

How to find good employees and how to lead them

I don’t care if you’re the CEO of a Fortune 500 company, a small business owner or a manager or supervisor — you are only as good as the people around you. In other words, it’s important to surround yourself with success-oriented people.

Luxurious Sandpoint living at new Sandcreek Lofts

Sandpoint continues to attract a healthy spectrum of tourists, retirees and those just looking for a beautiful place to live. Lake Pend Oreille serves as both a pristine backdrop and a source of bountiful summer recreation, and skiing at nearby Schweitzer Mountain Resort makes the North Idaho town a year-round destination.

Home sales didn't freeze

Home loan interest rates increased slightly last week ticking up .04 percent on average. Experts predict another hike after the Fed’s December meeting next week where they are expected to raise the rate they charge lenders. That fact and the unknown outcome of the ongoing tax debates are compelling buyers and sellers alike to feel some sense of urgency. We’ll see how that plays out next month. For now, our real estate market is chugging along with low inventory and competition for detached single family homes on less than 2 acres of land. This large lot size allows us to factor in those homes in Dalton Gardens where the minimum lot size allowed is .90 acres.

Frosh Skalskiy paces Lakeland

RATHDRUM — Jalen Skalskiy, a 6-foot-5 freshman, totaled 19 points and nine rebounds as the Lakeland Hawks rolled past the Medical Lake Cardinals 75-51 in nonleague play Saturday at Hawk Court.

Haeg sparks 'Jacks in CIL opener

OROFINO — Kaci Haeg scored 19 points in her first start of the season to pace the St. Maries Lumberjacks past the Orofino Maniacs 55-27 on Saturday night in the Central Idaho League opener for both schools.

Post Falls store offers high-efficiency log-burning stove

The world’s first Presto Log Burning Stove, developed here in North Idaho, is offered at 509 Fabrications, opening Monday at 6512 W. Seltice Way on the west side of Post Falls.

Christmas comes to life

By DEVIN WEEKS

Shoplifting suspects face multiple charges

HAYDEN — A shoplifting report led to the arrest of two Washington individuals on multiple charges early Friday evening.

Idaho civics coming to your doorstep

Boise is Idaho’s capital, but at times it might as well be in Iowa. Or Io.

Today's ghastly groaner

A woman has twins and gives them up for adoption. One of them goes to a family in Egypt and is named “Ahmal.” The other goes to a family in Spain; they name him “Juan.” Years later, Juan sends a picture of himself to his birth mother. Upon receiving the picture, she tells her husband that she wishes she also had a picture of Ahmal. Her husband responds, “They’re twins! If you’ve seen Juan, you’ve seen Ahmal.”

TRUMP: Now picture this

Imagine if President Obama had accepted help from Iran during his election. High ranking officials in Iran intervened in some way during the election in order to sway it in Obama’s favor. And Obama knew and accepted the help. Then after in office, Obama intervened with the Justice Department and shut down an investigation into the matter. Let’s imagine…

Up-and-down year for area college football teams

So three of the four area college football teams finished with worse records this fall than we predicted, and the other finished exactly as we guessed.

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KADERKA: I owe you

I saw in the obituaries that Suzanne Kaderka passed away on Nov. 30.

Lakeland's Alex, William Edelblute win at CV tourney

SPOKANE VALLEY — Alex Edelblute (106 pounds) and William Edelblute (126) won individual titles for Lakeland, which finished fourth in the annual Inland Empire Classic on Saturday at Central Valley High.

Loving grandparents struggle to care for their grandkids

These grandparents never expected to be parenting young children again at their age.

SERVICE DOGS: Listen up

Please consider doing an informational and educational piece on service dogs, the laws and most importantly, why people should leave their untrained fake service dog FIDO home.

CELLPHONES: Photo answers question

All one needs to do to answer the Tuesday, Dec. 5, Coeur d’Alene Press’ question “Are cellphones a communication device, learning tool, or distraction in the classroom?” is to look at the accompanying photo of the high school students ‘listening’ to a speaker during an assembly. The photo by itself reveals the answer without requiring survey statistics.

POEM: A Very Special Day

When I think upon the Christmas child,

CODE: Cut down government

Everyone wants a quality home, but it ought to be their choice, not that of the government. Increasing snow load from 40 to 70 pounds sounds like a great idea, and would actually cost very little in the construction of a home, but would be a big expense for supermarkets and larger buildings. By the way, when was the last time you read about a home collapsing from snow load? Small buildings rarely collapse.

CODE: Reasons for concern

I am surprised that I did not read one objection Wednesday in The Press from anyone about the new building code vote by the Kootenai County commissioners.

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Theresa

Move toward voluntary building code compliance stirs sweeping reaction

By BRIAN WALKER

Cardinal men finish San Jose trip with win

- MEN’S BASKETBALL

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THANKS: Event benefits Cd’A school libraries

UBER UPSURGE

Taylor Bisher is going places. The 21-year-old law student is an on-the-go, need-to-be-there-now woman.

Trouble in toyland: Consumer protection group cautions about dangerous toys

Buying toys for kids this holiday season?

JUDD JONES: Training with wearable weights

I am sure many of you are aware of the practice to workout while carrying smalls weights or wearing weighted exercise gear. I am often asked if weighted exercise gear helps improve your workout and conditioning or just increases the risk of injury.

The Art Spirit of Christmas; Gallery offers smaller works for the gift-giving season

The 19th annual Small Artworks Invitational exhibition is open now at The Art Spirit Gallery in Coeur d’Alene through Jan. 6.

Instant Pot: A kitchen cult classic

Robert Wang and his wife worked long hours, and by the time they got home the prospect of cooking a family dinner seemed nearly impossible.

Legals December 9, 2017

NOTICE OF PETITION AND HEARING Case No. CV 17-7103 ISB No. 7990 IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF THE STATE OF IDAHO, IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF KOOTENAI Katherine M. Coyle COYLE & WYTYCHAK ELDER LAW P.O. Box 1888 Coeur d'Alene, ID 83816-1888 Telephone: (208) 765-3595 Facsimile: (208) 765-0515 Email: kate@cwelp.com IN THE MATTER OF THE GUARDIANSHIP AND CONSERVATORSHIP OF Larry D. Conrad An incapacitated/protected person 1. Notice is hereby given that Kootenai County Board of Community Guardians, whose address is P.O. Box 1499, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83816 has filed a petition for guardianship and conservatorship. 2. A copy of the petition is on file with the Clerk of the Court and may be reviewed upon request. 3. The petition has been set for hearing in the Court at the Kootenai County Court House on January 18, 2018 at 9:00 o'clock, a.m. Dated this 21 day of November, 2017 /S/: Katherine Monroe Coyle CDA LEGAL 8306 NOVEMBER 25, DECEMBER 2, 9, 2017

Cd'A man sentenced for lewd conduct

COEUR d’ALENE —A Coeur d’Alene judge threatened to send a 28-year-old Coeur d’Alene man to prison for a long time if he failed to exceed expectations of counselors at the rehabilitation program he must complete for molesting a 13-year-old girl.

Lohman, Pritchard lead St. Maries past Wallace in 2 OTs

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International Human Rights Day celebration Sunday at HREI

The Human Rights Education Institute in Coeur d’Alene will host a celebration of International Human Rights Day Sunday in Coeur d’Alene.

Putting fans in the seats equals results

There’s something to be said about fan support and its effect on sporting events.

Ex-teacher agrees to plea hearing Jan. 5

COEUR d’ALENE — A change of plea hearing has been scheduled for a former Lake City High School teacher accused of molesting a child.

Man who stole truck and fled police sentenced to prison

An Elk, Wash., man who eluded authorities after burgling a Rathdrum residence and stealing a pickup truck last summer will spend at least four years in prison.

Seven pins help Post Falls top Hermiston

POST FALLS — The visiting Hermiston Bulldogs started with three straight pins, and finished the night with one more. What happened in between was a black and orange blitz by the Post Falls Trojans at The Arena. Post Falls, behind seven pins of its own, beat Hermiston 54-28 on Friday night.

Second-half woes cost Cardinal men

SAN JOSE, Calif. — Terrell Brown, who played at San Jose State as a freshman last year before transferring, scored 28 points as City College of San Francisco beat North Idaho College 84-69 on Friday at the San Jose City College tournament.

Atlas a done deal

COEUR d’ALENE — Work at a west Coeur d’Alene interchange that had prevented motorists from using Atlas Road was completed Friday morning, relieving rush-hour traffic on neighboring streets.

Keep the big kids warm this winter

By DEVIN WEEKS

Soaring to Eagle status

By DEVIN WEEKS

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Holmberg named Indians manager

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Vartan Yozghadlian, 75

Mom wants kids on 'nice' list

Her four young children ask about Santa and his “nice” list all year long.

Post Falls man sentenced for child sex crimes

A 27-year-old Post Falls man could serve 30 years in prison for molesting two minor girls.

Today's ghastly groaner

Panting from climactic movie lines

You’ve waited for it. You’ve clamored for it. You’ve screamed for it.

There you are, North Idaho

You’re a fourth-grader in Rathdrum who’s never heard of the great Pacific Northwest writer Timothy Egan, let alone the devastating blaze he chronicled that scorched parts of Washington, North Idaho and Montana 107 years ago.

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Patricia Harroun, 74

Idaho controller's office settles sex harassment claim against Goicoechea

The state controller's office has settled a sexual harassment and discrimination claim against Dan Goicoechea, a former top assistant to state superintendent Sherri Ybarra.

Legals December 8, 2017

STORAGE LIEN SALE Warehouseman's lien notice of public sale: notice is given that in pursuant to I.C. 55-2305 & 2306 Coeur d'Alene Rent-A-Space will be selling at auction Lot # OF-7 belonging to Rebecca Fogg 212 West Ironwood Drive # 402 sted, Coeur d'Alene Idaho 83814 containing one motorhome VIN #jt5rn55d2e5017020. Auction will be held by sealed bids. Bids will be accepted on December 22nd at 10 a.m. all sales will be cash only. Coeur d'Alene Rent-A-Space 5959 N government way Coeur d'Alene, Idaho 83816 CDA LEGAL 8699 DECEMBER 1, 8, 2017

Building on faulty premises

Homebuyers, young couples and retirees may need to learn the meaning of buyer beware. Some of our Kootenai County commissioners do not believe there is a need for the county (not cities) to issue building permits. If adopted, the need for “compliance with building codes will no longer be mandatory.” A local resident “supports the commissioners’ decision in name of property rights and less cost and regulation.”

A benefit for Blaine

HAUSER — Blaine Newman has the makings to be an engineer.

Lone survivor

For the first time in his years of attending Pearl Harbor anniversary remembrance ceremonies in Spokane, on Thursday, Coeur d’Alene’s Ray Garland was the lone survivor at the event.

TAXES: Answer this, please

I am responding to the letters/comments of Ron Clark of Athol regarding “TAXES: Adopt age cap,” and Betsy Rosenberg of Rathdrum regarding “TAXES: Imports should pay.” I have two questions for both of them. 1. Why did you move to Idaho? 2. Why are you still here?

President's Muslim-bashing hurts American interests

The president’s statements, tweets and retweets that demean, vilify or ridicule Muslims are harmful to American interests in a number of ways. Whether he is denigrating a Muslim Gold Star family or retweeting anti-Muslim video clips spewed out by a British hate group, it is dangerous for our nation.

'Sounds of Christmas' concert for free at NIC

North Idaho College will present its “Sounds of Christmas” concert in Boswell Hall Schuler Performing Arts Center at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9, and 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 10.

HARASSMENT: Wait a second

With all the allegations flying about in the news with he says, she says, what did he know and when and who did he collaborate with, it makes one want to turn off the news and hide one’s head in the sand.

Today's ghastly groaner

Panhandle Symphony offers free concert Tuesday

Panhandle Symphony Orchestra will perform its fall concert next week in Coeur d’Alene.

BLESSINGS: Little is big

God demonstrated to us that to love is to give and I see that every day. It can be as simple and easy as letting someone go in front of you at the store because they have less stuff. It’s the little things that bless people that we don’t think is a big deal, but the look on the person’s face tells us it is. So don’t miss an opportunity to show His love and kindness to those who need it… and we ALL do.

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Barbara Jean Frei-Gehring, 77

ALZHEIMER'S: The great depriver

I want to thank Dr. Ahlquist for his 18 years of service in the ER. For all those who work in the ER, they too are heroes and saints.

The Anton Watson show

POST FALLS — The 2,000 or so fans that necessitated the upstairs bleachers being pulled out at The Arena came to see a show between two boys basketball teams ranked No. 1 in their respective states’ largest classification.

The rigors of evaluating regulations

Kootenai County is looking up to a midget.

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Peter G. Stoltz, 75

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DIVORCES FILED

HOSPICE: Caring beyond measure

Our family and friends are gratefully expressing thanks for the professionalism, caring and just plain kindness of Hospice. The staff and management at Hospice of North Idaho Schneidmiller House outdo themselves. A relative was recently fortunate to receive care for end of life there. She was treated with utmost respect and compassion. Any questions or concerns were addressed instantly in “layman’s terms.”

Cardinals fall in San Jose opener

SAN JOSE, Calif. — Tyler Brimhall scored a team-high 16 points for North Idaho College, but Elijah Nesbit scored a game-high 19 points to lead Monterey Peninsula past the Cardinals 85-71 in the opening day of the San Jose City College tournament on Thursday afternoon.

VISITOR: Feeling the love

Nobody held up a “California: Go Home!” sign to me this time, like they did the last time that I was up here. I spent thousands of dollars in North Idaho, and enjoyed your beautiful area for a few days. I left with a slide-in truck camper from Rathdrum that I bought from a nice elderly couple, and I’ll be back in the summer.

I-90 ladder crash leads to felony charge

COEUR d’ALENE — A ladder that fell from the back of a pickup truck on Interstate 90 — sending a man to the hospital — has resulted in a felony charge against the driver, who said he wasn’t aware that his cargo had caused an injury.

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Charles Lin Jungblom, 76

Prison for man found with heroin, meth, pills, firearms and blowtorch

COEUR d’ALENE — A 29-year-old Spokane Valley man who goes by “Texas” and was arrested for trafficking heroin and having a bagful of guns was sentenced to 10 years in prison.

HARASSMENT: Don't enable perps

You may be unaware or misinformed, but please let me enlighten you. Due to the nature of sexual harassment and sexual assault, the likelihood of a victim to falsely report is extremely rare. On average about 63 percent of people who are victims of sexual harassment or sexual assault report the crime. Out of that 63 percent, about 6 percent of these claims are false reports. Please let me reiterate, a little more than half of the victims report and less than 6 percent are false.

Wildlife management is an Idaho travesty

Open Letter to the Idaho Governor, Legislature, commissioners, biologists and employees of the Idaho Department of Fish and Game:

RANN: A smile a day

I want you to know how much I, and my husband, Dave, look so forward to Rann Haight’s drawing every day in the Coeur d’Alene Press. In this world of so much bad news and tragedy, I usually open the paper and go right to the second page first to see what “Tomorrow is” before I read any other part of the paper. We so appreciate Rann’s oftentimes humorous perspective in his drawings. It is a great way to start the day for us, and one of the main reasons we continue to subscribe to the Coeur d’Alene Press. I know many of our friends feel the same way. Keep “Tomorrow Is” coming, OK?

Guys with guns lead movie line parade

Who in the world could have expected a response like this?

STEINLE: Case's sordid side

The Kate Steinle case in San Francisco highlights the difference between conservatives, moderates and independents on the one hand and ultra-liberal air-headed loons on the other. The shooter fired three shots. He moved to San Francisco because it was a sanctuary city. He was deported five times and had multiple felony convictions. But the commissioners in San Francisco protected him because he was Latino. Kate Steinle’s life didn’t matter to them because she was an Anglo. Justice, California style.

Mom grateful for past holiday help

Christmas for All has touched the lives of thousands of Kootenai County residents over the last 36 years.

TREE: Gift from a Forest

The city of Rathdrum would like to thank Grant Forest for donating the city of Rathdrum Christmas tree. Each year Mr. Forest kindly donates a tree to the city of Rathdrum, which is lit at the December D’Lights Ceremony to kick off the holiday season.

Lake City thumps Lewiston

COEUR d’ALENE — Lake City won a 5A Inland Empire League dual for the first time in Corey Owen’s 10th year as coach, beating Lewiston 60-26 on Thursday afternoon.

Gallery Northwest hosting holiday party

Gallery Northwest will host a dozen artists during this evening’s ArtWalk in Downtown Coeur d’Alene.

ILLEGAL: Definition reminder

Did someone change the definition of the word “Illegal?” I read a disturbing headline, “White House Tells Public Schools To Enroll Illegals Despite Lack Of Age Or Address Evidence.” Now taxpayers have to educate people in this country illegally.

Trials on the trail

COEUR d'ALENE — Even with recent funding to extend the trail along U.S. 95 north of Hayden, it remains unclear if the project will happen because commissioners disagree whether the county should assume the maintenance.

Kootenai girls get motivated, top Kendrick

• GIRLS

Cast, wicked humor color 'Three Billboards'

Any movie headlined by Frances McDormand is a movie worth seeing.

Jordan enters governor's race

Idaho Rep. Paulette Jordan hopes to become the first woman to serve as Idaho governor and the first Native American woman to serve as governor of any state.

Driver's Licensing Computer Issues Persist, Offices Remain Open

Coeur d’Alene, Idaho: The Kootenai County Driver’s Licensing Offices continue to face computer issues, due to technical issue with Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) computer systems, according to an ITD press release issued today. This issue is causing longer than normal delays.

Books for Christmas event happening now until 7 p.m. at Cd'A Library

Looking to do some gift shopping this afternoon? A variety of books by local authors are available right now at the “Books for Christmas” event going on until 7 p.m. at Coeur d’Alene Public Library. Over 20 authors are represented at the event hosted by the Coeur d’Alene Chapter of the Idaho Writers League.

Cd'A home fire deemed accidental

Fire investigators in Coeur d’Alene have determined the cause of a fire that occurred on Nov. 28 on Sky Harbor Drive was accidental.

Eagle count continues to soar

The numbers are in from this week’s eagle count at Lake Coeur d’Alene — and they’re even higher than previous record-breaking counts.

Remains of woman missing since 2004 found in Kootenai County

The remains of a Priest River woman missing since 2004 were found in a remote wooded area of Kootenai County in February 2016.

Idaho Democratic Party staff votes to unionize

Idaho Democratic Party representatives report the party’s four employees have voted to authorize the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers 291 (IBEW) as their collective bargaining representative. The vote was unanimous. This makes the IDP the first state democratic party in the nation to unionize its staff.

Elementary students crack the code

Students at Seltice Elementary are participating in the Hour of Code this week, an international event that encourages students to learn about coding. The one-hour introduction to computer science is designed to demystify coding for students and get them interested in technology careers.

Legals December 7, 2017

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Amend BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2017-2018 HAYDEN AREA REGIONAL SEWER BOARD (HARSB) Notice is hereby given that the HARSB in Hayden, Kootenai County, Idaho, will hold a public hearing for consideration to amend its existing budget for the fiscal period of October 1, 2017 to September 30, 2018 to reallocate funds. The hearing will be held at 3 p.m. or as soon thereafter as can be heard on December 21, 2017, located at Hayden Area Regional Sewer Board- Administration Building, 10789 N. Atlas Road, Hayden, Idaho 83835. At said hearing all interested persons are invited to appear and show cause, if any they have, why said amendment should or should not be adopted. Anyone needing special accommodations in order to participate in the hearing should contact the Secretary at Hayden Area Regional Sewer Board by December 18, 2017 to allow for time to make such accommodations. AMENDED RESERVE FUNDS Construction Capital Reserves Fund $5,971,933 Total Reserves $5,971,933 ADDITIONAL EXPENDITURES AUTHORIZED Construction Expense- Force Main Upsizing $200,000 Total Proposed Additional Expenditures $200,000 AMENDED AUTHORIZED EXPENDITURES/EXPENSES Operations (O & M) $1,968,290 Replacement $2,084,254 Capital/Construction $8,022,933 Stephanie Oliver, Secretary CDA LEGAL 8715 DECEMBER 7, 14, 2017

Homecoming for G-Prep boys coach

The game should be quite the story in itself.

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Meg Lowery

Today's ghastly groaner

Essay one of best in America

North Idaho has a new national award-winner in its ranks.

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Jon Allen Clem, 78

Handmade and heartfelt

By DEVIN WEEKS

Family provider seeks a little Christmas joy

She’s the only financial supporter of a large household, working more than 40 hours a week and barely able to make ends meet.

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Cd'A City Council approves short-term rentals

COEUR d’ALENE — Despite an earful of testimony from investors, property owners and members of the real estate community, Coeur d’Alene City Council members approved a resolution this week to regulate short-term rentals in the city.

Priest Lake angler surveys to tip scale on lake management

By RALPH BARTHOLDT

From tag soup to cutting a tag

Even the meanest of meals taste good when they are served at camp.

Lohman sends St. Maries past Timberlake

- BOYS BASKETBALL

RECORDS

DIVORCES FILED

A pound of flesh just isn't enough

No matter what the subject, you can’t go too far wrong recalling the words of Mark Twain.

Idaho prep girls basketball media poll

Records are through Dec. 5, 2017

Game still on for Wile E. Coyote

By BRIAN WALKER

Consumer vigilance paying off

I’ve been writing this column for almost a year now — in the beginning only once a week, and now twice each week. I need to tell my readers how absolutely rewarding it is to be part of this effort.

This might be the perfect gift

It comes up every holiday season. Someone on my gift list has a tight budget; I’m tempted to buy a gift, but fear the recipient will feel obligated to reciprocate. Perhaps it’s the opposite; what do you get for the person who either has, or can afford, everything?

ITD opens all county DMV offices with limited service

BOISE - The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) is opening all county driver’s license offices (except Grangeville), following computer issues, according to an ITD press release issued today.

White spots on your teeth

Digital presence, marketing, lean business will propel health care

Red wine and your health

Have you set your health goal for next year?

Managing holiday stress and anxiety

Silent night

Time-Lapse Video: Lakeland High Art Show

Check out this time-lapse video of Lakeland High School art students setting up their Dec. 8 art show at Calypso's Coffee in Coeur d'Alene. The show and sale will take place during ArtWalk from 5 to 7 p.m. All proceeds benefit the high school art department.

Legals December 6, 2017

NOTICE OF PETITION AND HEARING Case No. CV 17- 8018 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 GUARDIANSHIP AND/OR CONSERVATORSHIP OF Roberta Jean Knoles An incapacitated/protected person 1. Notice is hereby given that Betty J. Knoles, whose address is 2976 Wrenco Loop, Sandpoint, ID 83864 has filed a petition for guardianship and conservatorship. 2. A copy of the petition is on file with the Clerk of the Court and may be reviewed upon request. 3. The petition has been set for hearing in the Court at the KOOTENAI County Court House on January 8, 2018 at 1:30 o'clock, p.m. Dated this 21 day of November, 2017 /S/: Katherine Monroe Coyle COYLE & WYTYCHAK ELDER LAW P.O. Box 1888 Coeur d'Alene, ID 83816-1888 Telephone: (208) 765-3595 Facsimile: (208) 765-0515 Email: kate@cwelp.com CDA LEGAL 8688 NOVEMBER 29, DECEMBER 6, 13, 2017

Cd'A, Department of Lands reinstate firefighting mutual aid agreement

COEUR d’ALENE — When the city of Coeur d’Alene and the state lands department drafted an agreement to help each other in times of fire, it was the first time an Idaho municipality and the Idaho Department of Lands established a mutual aid agreement.

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Mary Louise Breeden, 81

Forecast is mostly sunny, but…

At 73, economist John Mitchell has the spunk of a kid.

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Glen Edwin Baeumel, 96

TRUMP: Fake news abounds

Mort Kraus’ letter of Dec. 1 is so incredibly lacking any real facts or details to make his points. In fact, he implies that Trump voters, unlike himself, did not study the issues.

MISSILES: Know the difference

Again the basic difference between regular missiles and ICBMs is the “first” keep flying as long as their liquid fuel does not run out. They are loaded with it; there is no room left for a large enough nuclear bomb. They run out of fuel after 1,000 or 2,000 miles or much sooner.

Basketball and bowling

RATHDRUM PARKS AND RECREATION

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Jackson Pritchard

Retirement starts with a bang for Bartoo

When Amy Bartoo throws a retirement party, she does it up right. Her husband, Gary, was feted at a celebration of his 40-year career in physical therapy on Sunday afternoon at the Lake City Center. I’m not sure the occupancy limit of the center but I’m sure that the standing-room-only crowd was maxing out the space.

McGovern wanted for drug trafficking

The North Idaho Violent Crimes Task Force is seeking information leading to the apprehension of Jane Ami McGovern.

Earning an 'F' for school taxes

After reading the letter from Mrs. Grossard from Athol in regards to school taxes, my wife and I are in the same boat. We are in the process of selling our home, not because we want to, but we can’t afford to live in Coeur d’Alene with the tax increases on a fixed income.

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George Schultze, 76

A holiday cake

“Just try it,” Grandma Mackenzie giggles as she offers me a bite of her 10-week, alcohol-drenched fruitcake. I accept a small slice of the dark, dense, rum-soaked bread, take a whimsical sniff and wonder out loud if an 8-year-old should consume something with this much alcohol? My mom nods approvingly at my question, so I place the entire piece in my mouth and begin to chew. My mom is wrong.

The day the DMV went dark

Business at most Driver's Licensing offices statewide came to a screeching halt on Tuesday, but local offices will be slowly getting back in gear this morning.

Pakootas paces Lakeside in North Star opener

- GIRLS

Discuss affordable robotic arms Thursday

COEUR d’ALENE — The future of robotic prosthetic arms will be the hot topic Thursday evening at the Innovation Den.

COMPETE: FCC gets it

In my opinion, we need competition across state lines for internet, cable access and health care; no more artificial territories protecting companies.

TRUMP: He aced Asia

Trump has just finished his Asian trip to numerous countries — getting warm, huge welcomes from every single one, building personal relationships with their leaders, amassing a quarter of a TRILLION dollars in trade deals and most of all, making it clear to all that he is putting America first in all that he does. He praised America and its people at every opportunity (what a breath of fresh air!) — a huge success story, hardly mentioned by the left wing mainstream media — can’t really call it fake news, just no news when Trump is doing great and positive things for America — sad!

Lake City grad right back at home with Baylor

After a season that ended just a match away from the Final Four in the NCAA women’s soccer championship, Lake City High product Camryn Wendlandt couldn’t be more sure.

TAXES: Follow the money

I agree with all the people who are on Social Security, own their own home and have to pay for school taxes with no children in school. As Sunday’s editorial said, next time, if you feel that strongly about the unfairness of school levies imposed on senior citizens, then vote NO on the levies. I would like to see the schools’ sports budget. Travel, lodging, meals and equipment, including weight-room expenses are a big chunk of every school’s budgets. Is that all necessary?

RECORDS

DIVORCES GRANTED

INGRAM: Three words for Gary

We lost a great local “Sunshine” advocate last week. A veteran of many years of exposure to this low key but great thinker, I can sum up my experiences with a noun and two adjectives.

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Spokane awarded USA Wrestling

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M. Lorraine Weitz, 93

Happy to be in a PICKLE

Tyson McGuffin’s journey from wrestler to tennis player to pickleball standout began with long car rides from north-central Washington to places like eastern Idaho and central Montana.

EAGLES: Veteran salutes cruise

I just want to offer a HUGE THANK YOU to the BLM, The Coeur d’Alene Resort boats, and all the other sponsors who made the eagle watch cruise for veterans possible last Saturday. My wife, daughter, grandsons and I enjoyed the experience immensely. Although we just moved here, you made us feel very much at home and our service valued. Especially cool to have two World War II vets on board. Again THANKS!

PF looks at plans for parking

POST FALLS — Post Falls is developing a city center parking plan and now is the time to offer your input.

Three voices for jobs

COEUR d'ALENE — Three local leaders are taking their backgrounds and desire to help shape the future of Idaho's workforce to the state's 36-member Workforce Development Council.

Skate park, arise

COEUR d’ALENE — Funding for a new Coeur d’Alene skate park is coming down the half-pipe.

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Gary Caron, 71

EXPERIENCE: Needed or not?

One paragraph in Mr. Carlson’s Dec. 1 Chronicle left me with a question. He states that Idahoans have never voted for a governor who hasn’t had prior political experience, nor vetted by the electorate. He says an Idaho voter thinks the governorship is no place for on-the-job training.

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Tracey Dawn Turnbull, 63

Health problems drain family's finances

Medical issues have taken a toll on this family’s finances.

Bring on the kindness

By DEVIN WEEKS

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Betty Lucille Fisher, 56

But it's gotta be good for something

Here’s a question: What is the most unusual and impractical thing you’ve ever bought?

Idaho's graduation rate loses ground nationally

By KEVIN RICHERT/IdahoEDNews.org

Toys for Tots: New faces, new home, same mission

When Anita Parisot of Coeur d’Alene became the coordinator for the Kootenai County Toys for Tots program she knew she had big shoes to fill. The Pappy Boyington Detachment #966 of the Marine Corps League has been conducting the toy drive since 1997. Parisot is the first civilian to take the position. Parisot said that along with bringing toys to the area’s children, the opportunity allows her to honor the Marines in her life.

A retrospective tasting

Stormy health

What are your priorities in life?

Ear problems and your teeth

Massage can support your wellness journey

Ask your audiologist… Did you have trouble hearing at the family Thanksgiving dinner table?

Idaho launches new voter registration web portal

Voter registration is now available online in Idaho.

DMV computer services slowed, most county offices closed (updated)

BOISE - The Idaho Transportation Deparment (ITD) continues to troubleshoot computer problems when issuing driver’s license services, according to an ITD press release issued this afternoon.

Kid Scoop 12-05

Legals December 5, 2017

NOTICE TO CREDITORS CASE NO. CV-17-8180 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: DONALD SEIVENO, DOD: 9/14/17 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative of the estate of the above-named decedent. All persons having claims against the decedent or the estate are required to present their claims within four 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. DATED this 16 day of November, 2017. /S/: KARL ATKINSON, Personal Representative c/o Pamela Massey Callahan & Associates, Chtd. PO Box 2226 Coeur d'Alene, ID 83816 CDA LEGAL 8681 NOVEMBER 21, 28, DECEMBER 5, 2017

Simpson's double- double leads Lake City girls past Moscow

MOSCOW — Lake City senior Keara Simpson recorded her second straight double-double, scoring 24 points and grabbing 12 rebounds as the Timberwolves earned a 43-37 road win at Moscow on Monday night.

Rare decision to not adopt new building codes causes stir

By BRIAN WALKER

Consumer advocate runs for commission

COEUR d’ALENE — Bill Brooks spends a lot of time on the phone with consumers.

Lawyers for the working poor

Virginia Robinson is passionate about empowering the working poor. So passionate, in fact, that she’s set up an unusual not-for-profit law firm to serve them. But she needs help.

Programming with a purpose

By DEVIN WEEKS

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Georgia P. Kellas, 89

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Patrick Donald Kenna, 60

KCFR's Candy Cane Run tonight in Dalton, Wednesday in Post Falls

Kootenai County Fire and Rescue and Santa will be in Dalton Gardens tonight and in Post Falls Wednesday night from 6 to 9 p.m.

Bail increased for woman in injury to child case

COEUR d’ALENE — The bond for a 30-year-old Post Falls woman accused of beating and starving a 6-year-old was increased Monday after prosecutors added new charges.

Survey says!

COEUR d’ALENE — There are no quick or easy answers to the question of how to manage student cellphone use in Coeur d’Alene schools, but there are a lot of different opinions.

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Jennifer Kay Wagner, 53

Retired educators group to meet Dec. 11

The December meeting of the North Idaho Retired Educators is Monday, Dec. 11 at 11:30 a.m. at the Post Falls Senior Center.

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Gary Ingram, 84

Today's ghastly groaner

Mom of two has had rough year

Sometimes helpers need help too.

Miners Need Assurance They Can Produce Minerals for the Nation

This week, reason prevailed and the American minerals supply chain won. After being forced into a nonsensical rulemaking process born from environmental litigation, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) decided not to impose new, crippling financial responsibility requirements on the hardrock mining industry. Not only was there no justification for these requirements, but the Western states where the vast majority of the nation’s mining happens were up in arms over the proposal. That’s because they knew exactly what this regulation would have meant for mining investment and the related economic stimulus that it provides their states. And they know firsthand that protections are already in place, and are working.

Idaho's 'most miserable' day approaches (interactive weather map)

Legals December 4, 2017

PUBLIC NOTICE "On November 6, 2017 Coeur d'Alene School District 271 entered into a contract with SL Start & Associates, LLC, DBA Imagine Behavioral & Development Services in the amount of $43,000 for special education services." CDA LEGAL 8707 DECEMBER 4, 2017

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

White Christmas? Maybe! Deep snow? Maybe not!

We’re now into the final month of 2017 and many folks have asked, “Are we going to see a White Christmas this year?”

Joe Roope: He's tied to Cd'A - and lots of fish

COEUR d’ALENE — If there is such a thing as a fishing off aficionado, it’s got to be Joe Roope.

School and Senior Lunches

Week of Dec. 4-8

They still remember

COEUR d’ALENE — With silent tears, they slid ornaments bearing their loved ones' names onto the limbs of Christmas trees.

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ON THE AGENDA: Your local government and schools in action

This list of local government meetings taking place this week includes just highlights from published meeting agendas that are available. To view the complete agenda, visit the web addresses included with the listings or call the entities directly.

Bottom line with Bitcoin: It's a fad, Bill suggests

I made a mistake in my last column. I believe it is important to be accurate. I believe it is just as important to accept responsibility when one makes a mistake.

Holiday joy sought by mom who fled abuse

She’s expecting her second child, but this 30-year-old mother is bringing this baby into the world in January, away from its father.

Today's ghastly groaner

What did one nut say to the other as he was chasing him?

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William ‘Bill’ Joseph Eggers, 88

Cardinal men come up just short vs. Everett

MEN

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Suzanne

Altercation, robbery leads to SWAT arrest

POST FALLS — An adult and a child were significantly injured in an altercation and robbery that led to a SWAT arrest of two men Friday night.

HARASS: No, Bill wasn't first

“Follow the Harassment” by Dave Tolle gave me a good belly laugh on a Friday morning. I am not sure why he thinks harassment of females by American politicians started with Bill Clinton. It is amusing to think politics is the source of all female harassment and Bill the origin.

Struggling mom to Christmas for All donors: 'You are the miracle'

This mother of three young children is dealing with serious health issues this holiday season.

Evans, Brimhall come through late as Cardinal men hold off Edmonds

- MEN

SENATE: Harassing fairness

We have all heard about the sexual harassment charges on all fronts, yet the most glaring is in the Senate.?In a nutshell, if you are sexually harassed by members of the Senate and want to file a claim you must do the following;

Vandals leave FBS on a win

ATLANTA — Idaho’s defense created four takeaways and the offense had its most prolific outing in more than a month as the Vandals closed the season — and its 22-year stay in the Football Bowl Subdivision — with a 24-10 win Saturday at Georgia State before 14,163 at Georgia State Stadium.

Tax laments come a little too late

If you notice an uptick in ticked off writers lately, there’s a simple reason.

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William Lord ‘Hap’ Hilbish Jr., 78

Lovett, Huber shine as Trojans win Sidney Invitational

SIDNEY, Mont. — Ridge Lovett (126 pounds) and Braydon Huber (160) won individual titles for the Post Falls wrestling team to capture the Sidney Invitational championship on Saturday for the second time in three years.

MONUMENTS: Priceless treasures

The National Monuments established in the U.S. since the time of Theodore Roosevelt have protected antiquities, Native American cultural sites, historical sites and natural environments that are rare and important. Now they are under threat — a Monumental Disaster in the making as the current administration is reducing at least 10 sites including the majestic Grand Staircase Escalante and the Native American cultural treasure, Bears Ears in Utah. I visit these wonders at least twice a year. They belong to me and to all of us. Save the National Monuments.

A sensational celebration

By DEVIN WEEKS

Coeur d'Alene at 1-2-3 (and 4)

Not everyone wants to be downtown Coeur d’Alene, but enough sure do to keep the real estate active throughout the year.

Net neutrality: Fair to whom?

By UYLESS BLACK

Today's ghastly groaner

A group of chess enthusiasts checked into a hotel and were standing in the lobby discussing their recent tournament victories. After about an hour, the manager came out of the office and asked them to disperse. “But why?” they asked, as they moved off. “Because,” he said, “I can’t stand chess nuts boasting in an open foyer.”

FORESTS: Burn that bill

It’s bad enough that industrial logging can occur on 250 acres of public land, and be excluded from routine environmental review. This includes limited opportunity for public involvement. The Resilient Federal Forests Act of 2017 (HR 2936) would drastically increase this scenario, and allow 10,000 acres of public land to be logged without the necessary environmental review or public input. It could multiply to 30,000 acres if developed by a collaborative group!

Post Falls overcomes free-throw woes, tops U-Hi

SPOKANE VALLEY — Even on a bad night from the free-throw line, Post Falls did enough to take a road win on Saturday night.

Home affordability threatened

Last week the National Association of Realtors sounded the alarm calling on all its members to write their Congress members to block the latest version of the Tax Reform Bill. Both the House and Senate bills would require sellers to have lived in their residence for a longer period of time before qualifying for the capital gains tax exclusion on the sale of a primary home. They would have to live in their house at least five years out of the last eight. Right now, the requirement is two years out of the last five.

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Karen Stafford Lyon, 63

RENFRO: Question lingers

Why don’t you ask the Prosecutor’s Office why they wouldn’t accept Renfro’s admission to murder with life in imprisonment in order to spare the cost of the trial to the taxpayers?

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THANKS: Fundraiser a success

If you get knocked down, get up again

We all deal with disappointment in different ways. Some pout, a few get angry and others go into denial.

Whittaker shoots Coeur d'Alene past CV in opener

COEUR d’ALENE — Sophomore Mayson Whittaker hit a tie-breaking 3-pointer with 2 minutes left, and the Coeur d’Alene Vikings went on to beat the Central Valley Bears 64-57 in the season opener for both teams Saturday at Elmer Jordan Court.

DETECTORS: Thanks x 2

Thank you Coeur d’Alene Press for your article “CHANGE YOUR CLOCKS; CHANGE YOUR BATTERIES THIS WEEKEND” in November. Also, a big thank you to the Lakeland Fire firemen who changed our smoke detector batteries requiring a tall ladder.

AVISTA: Seeking clarity

Avista is increasing electric rates for North Idaho, saying it’s to “cover costs accumulated in 2016.” However, another testimony claims it’s planning to spend $24.2 million between 2017 and 2019 on additions to Colstrip, a coal-fired power plant in Montana. So, which is it? And what is being “added” to this coal plant? Avista is not forthcoming with any details about this investment.

Net impact: Nobody knows

There’s nothing neutral about this fight.

This year's Zags still a tough out

To a degree, you could understand those who thought the Zags might be down a little this year, given the talent they lost.

Legals December 2, 2017

NOTICE OF PETITION AND HEARING Case No. CV 17-7103 ISB No. 7990 IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF THE STATE OF IDAHO, IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF KOOTENAI Katherine M. Coyle COYLE & WYTYCHAK ELDER LAW P.O. Box 1888 Coeur d'Alene, ID 83816-1888 Telephone: (208) 765-3595 Facsimile: (208) 765-0515 Email: kate@cwelp.com IN THE MATTER OF THE GUARDIANSHIP AND CONSERVATORSHIP OF Larry D. Conrad An incapacitated/protected person 1. Notice is hereby given that Kootenai County Board of Community Guardians, whose address is P.O. Box 1499, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83816 has filed a petition for guardianship and conservatorship. 2. A copy of the petition is on file with the Clerk of the Court and may be reviewed upon request. 3. The petition has been set for hearing in the Court at the Kootenai County Court House on January 18, 2018 at 9:00 o'clock, a.m. Dated this 21 day of November, 2017 /S/: Katherine Monroe Coyle CDA LEGAL 8306 NOVEMBER 25, DECEMBER 2, 9, 2017

RECORDS

DIVORCES FILED

Rallying for Mr. Anderson

By BRIAN WALKER

The woman behind the wine

Most college students show up for a party with their favorite, cheap beer, ready to share. But not Shelly, she often appeared at gatherings with a bottle of wine in hand, almost always a red, often a pinot noir.

HOT SPRING HAVEN

I’ve often wondered whether a person named Jerry Johnson ever existed. Was he the man who first discovered the pools of hot water hidden along a creek just up from the Lochsa River? I’ve asked Forest Service rangers, and researched it on the internet. No one knows. But in my mind’s eye he is the man that I met there one morning many years ago.

Let's pass on a clean and hopeful world to our children

On the front page of the Sunday, Oct. 22 edition of The Press was a report, by Steve Cameron, titled “Clergy and Climate.” It provided much-needed insight into a dire situation which, if not addressed “now,” will leave the children of humankind a divided world without hope.

Parking garage construction set to begin

COEUR d’ALENE — Work on a four-deck parking garage in downtown Coeur d’Alene will begin in time for the holidays.

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Alex Oates, 86

Finding their author's voice

By DEVIN WEEKS

Champ of open government remembered

COEUR d'ALENE — Gary Ingram wrote the book on government transparency in Idaho.

Cardinal women fade in second half

- WOMEN’S BASKETBALL

Post Falls boys escape in season opener

• BOYS BASKETBALL

A very Victorian Christmas

COEUR d’ALENE — Be whisked away to a time of Christmas past when the Sweet Adelines Coeur d'Alene Chorus performs its annual holiday concert at 7 p.m. Monday.

Trojans win duals tourney at Sidney

SIDNEY, Mont. — Post Falls, which claimed the duals title with a 43-21 win over Lake Stevens (Wash.) earlier on Friday, is second in the team standings after the first day of the Sidney Invitational on Friday.

JUDD JONES: Give the gift of health and fitness this Christmas

In the spirit of the holiday season, I thought I would toss out the idea of gifting health and wellness to family and loved ones. Here is a list of 12 great health, wellness and fitness gifts that are worth giving to someone you care about this Christmas.

Net neutrality comes full circle

Editor’s note: Uyless Black was working with the internet when it was called ARPANET. He has consulted and lectured on data networks and the internet in 14 countries and written more than 30 books on these subjects. He resides in Hayden with his wife, Holly.

Today's ghastly groaner

I went shopping for cherries and microphones the other day.

But what if the accused is innocent?

There is a flip side of #MeToo.

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Byron Lynn Schulz, 67

Lost income sinking family just before Christmas

With four young children, it’s become more and more difficult for these parents to maintain their household without help.

Choose and Cut

Oh, the sweet smell of a fresh-cut Christmas tree. For many, the fragrance is even sweeter when you cut the tree yourself.

Gary Ingram, former state representative and open government advocate, has died

Gary Ingram, a former state legislator who lived in Coeur d’Alene, has died.

Legals December 1, 2017

STORAGE LIEN SALE Warehouseman's lien notice of public sale: notice is given that in pursuant to I.C. 55-2305 & 2306 Coeur d'Alene Rent-A-Space will be selling at auction Lot # OF-7 belonging to Rebecca Fogg 212 West Ironwood Drive # 402 sted, Coeur d'Alene Idaho 83814 containing one motorhome VIN #jt5rn55d2e5017020. Auction will be held by sealed bids. Bids will be accepted on December 22nd at 10 a.m. all sales will be cash only. Coeur d'Alene Rent-A-Space 5959 N government way Coeur d'Alene, Idaho 83816 CDA LEGAL 8699 DECEMBER 1, 8, 2017

Recently homeless mom seeks holiday help

This mother of three is struggling to hold onto her family’s home. She’s scrambling to stay on top of bills, keep the electricity on and food in the house.

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WSU, Boise State to resume

TRUMP: Consumers, beware

I do not think a college education is a prerequisite for understanding political issues. Understanding the issues does require time and some study. Voting a straight party line is an easy shortcut which allows people, regardless of education level, to avoid learning more about issues. The result is often one that works against that voter.

STORE: Cd'A needs it

I must say that the staff at EntertainMart have good old fashioned hospitality skills. The staff will search for DVDs and order them for my father with no hesitation. No one in Missoula can help him with this. Thank you for being here and continuing your beautiful service. I hope all get to shop at EntertainMart for movies, games, music and coffee. Please support this store so they will stay in Coeur d’Alene.

Let there be LIGHTS

COEUR d’ALENE — Donald and Courtney Sohler stood at the end of their driveway just before noon Thursday and turned toward their house.

Bountiful beauty

COEUR d'ALENE — Eagles have landed on the east end of Lake Coeur d'Alene in record numbers.

COURT: Deadly double standard

First I want to say my heart truly goes out to the family and friends of Sgt. Moore! Not surprised by the death penalty received by Jonathon Renfro. We all know if anyone kills a cop, the death penalty will undoubtedly be given.

OFFICER: A good egg

I was told to tell you this story and I also thought you would like it. I was at the store the other day and forgot to put my eggs to be scanned. I forgot to take them out of my cart. So I go to the service department to pay for them and an off-duty officer overheard us talking. He was so nice he paid for them. To me that was a nice thing to do.

RECORDS

JUDGMENTS

Cardinals fall to Western Wyoming, beat UNLV club

LAS VEGAS — Injuries struck the North Idaho College wrestling team, and that was well before the Cardinals even got on the airplane for Nevada this week.

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Gail Marie Phillips, 71

A change of heart

COEUR d'ALENE — Dave Eubanks jokes that his first request after waking up from a heart transplant could've given his wife, Sherrie, a heart attack.

PROOFREADING: Ditto that

I agree with Trish Vanderveer. Years ago, I actually volunteered to proofread for The Press after reading an article about St. Pus Church. Please hire a proofreader. It’s embarrassing.

Kelley pours in 29 as Timberlake tops Sandpoint

- GIRLS

CLINTON: Follow the harassment

The sanctimonious exasperation of many Democrats about workplace sexual coercion is puzzling. While at work, William Jefferson Clinton abused a girl less than half his age and with proud Democratic help, he kept his job as leader of our country. It was obscene on many levels.

Today's ghastly groaner

Bad, cheesy, dumb, corny.

You too? Misconduct response overwhelms

The subject is now so explosive that it’s become fodder for late-night comedians.

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Ed Servick, 88

SCHOOLS: Funding system broken

After reading a few recent letters in The Press about increases in this year’s property taxes, I thought I would add my two cents.

One candidate's uphill battle

There’s an old expression, “pride cometh before the fall.” Ancient Greek dramatists wrote great theatrics around this all too common human foible. In these tragedies, they wrote about hubris, the excessive pride many people in power possess though they falter at fair exercising of this power.

'Lady Bird' a masterful coming-of-age film

In a breakout year for strong female performances and compelling films made by women, “Lady Bird” stands above the pack.

New life for old grandstand

COEUR d’ALENE — Jack Bloxom remembers playing slowpitch softball at Memorial Field in the 1960s on a team that was good enough to draw a crowd to the grandstand on summer nights.

CYT: Barking a bravo

If you enjoy theater but aren’t following the Christian Youth Theater North Idaho productions, you’re missing out! Last month, CYT North Idaho cast Deeks, our Golden Doodle pup, for the role of “Sandy” in “Annie The Musical.” Throughout the rehearsals, TV promos with Annie (Chloe Kelly), and the 12 performances (nearly all were sold out) held at the Kroc Center Theater in Coeur d’Alene, my family and I learned they are a warm, giving and very talented group of youths and adults. Go see them perform!

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Richard Andersen, 85

BROOKS: He's right again

Bill Brooks is on target in his concern about the increasing concentration of power in companies that are absorbing (buying) other companies (Coeur d’Alene Press, Nov. 30). We should all be concerned. It is leading to less competition and making it more difficult for new firms to enter into a market that is dominated by financial and technical behemoths.

Christmas by Candlelight

Chorale Coeur d’Alene will highlight two traditions intertwined with Christmas — candles and carols — when the Chorale performs Dec. 8 and 9 at Trinity Lutheran Church.

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Ron Stoner, 74

HOUSING: Behind high prices

Housing costs too high?

Vandals, Broncos in search of wins

We thought maybe we’d be picking three games this week instead of two.

COLUMN: A sad conclusion

Thank you to the anonymous author of My Turn in the Saturday, Nov. 25 Press. The title was “For women, it’s no Garden of Eden” and the article was strong, thoughtful, timely and disturbing. Perhaps the most disturbing part is that, in 2017, she dare not put her name to the article.

Ahlquist targets opioid crisis

COEUR d’ALENE — Candidate Ahlquist reverted to Dr. Ahlquist during an editorial board meeting Thursday at The Press.

Beware the zealots with agendas

When something sounds too good to be true, the old adage goes, it probably is.