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Legals March 31, 2017

ANOTHER SUMMONS CASE NO. CV-17-1129 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/ CONSERVATORSHIP OF: MADSUN P. OTT, DOB: 03/30/12 A Minor Under the Age of 18 Years. NOTICE: YOU HAVE BEEN SUED BY THE ABOVE-NAMED Petitioner. THE COURT MAY ENTER JUDGMENT AGAINST YOU WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE UNLESS YOU RESPOND WITHIN TWENTY (20) DAYS. READ THE INFORMATION BELOW. TO: ROBYN M. OTT You have been sued by the Petitioner, in the District Court in and for Kootenai County, Idaho, Case No. CV-17-1129. The nature of the claim against you is a Petition for Appointment of Guardian and Conservator. Any time after 20 days following the last publication of this Another Summons, the Court may enter judgment against you without further notice, unless prior to that time, you have filed a written response in the proper form, including the case number, and paid any required filing fee to the Clerk of the Court at 324 W. Garden Avenue, Coeur d'Alene, Idaho 83814, (208)446-1160, and served a copy of your response on the Petitioner's attorney at 720 N. 4th Street, Coeur d'Alene, Idaho 83814, (208)664-8225. A copy of the Petition for Appointment of Guardian and Conservator can be obtained by contacting either the Clerk of the Court or the attorney for Petitioner. If you wish to have legal assistance, you should immediately retain an attorney to advise you in this matter. DATED this 1 day of February, 2017. JIM BRANNON CLERK OF THE DISTRICT COURT By: /s/ Susan McCoy Deputy LEGAL 7187 MAR 10, 17, 24, 31, 2017

Handel's 'Messiah' performances tonight and Saturday in Cd'A

Almost exactly 275 years after its premiere, Handel’s immortal “Messiah” is still king of the musical hill, the most beloved oratorio in history.

Tiffany Vazquez: The New Kid on the TCM Block

Tiffany Vazquez will never forget the phone call she received at the beginning of 2016 from Turner Classic Movies vice-president of production, Sean Cameron, offering the 29-year-old Brooklyn classic film fan a rare opportunity.

Northwest Notes

Post Falls baseball team

Holy rock and roll

‘Jesus Christ Superstar’

Blazen their way to D.C.

Their dancing shoes were still warm from the Pearl Harbor Memorial Parade when the Blazen Divaz received another request to perform for their country.

EASTER: Food for thought

I find it ironic that Christian churches are celebrating Easter with rabbits and eggs in place of the resurrection, especially in the fertile minds of children.

POLICE: Grab a shovel

The long, cruel winter with endless snow is almost over. With all the hardship for the elderly, disabled, young and old, Snow White (Lee White, police chief), a true city bureaucrat, has nothing more to do but go in front of the Hagadone City Council and try to penalize all who can’t (no fault of their own) keep ahead of the snow on the sidewalk.

Always a Zag

By RYAN COLLINGWOOD

KIDNEY: Offer from jail

On March 20, KHQ broadcasted a segment on a young lady in Spokane who is going through some very serious health issues and is in desperate need of a kidney transplant. I was not able to catch this young lady’s name or what treatment center she was in.

CITYLINK: Don't charge riders

The smartest move Coeur d’Alene can boast of is the Citylink free bus service, a godsend to the young, the middle aged and the old, many without a car and on a penny-saving budget.

Orders you don't ever take lightly

Last Sunday, we published the story about a sub-plot to the horrendous murder of Kelly Pease.

Ahlquist adds spice, big bucks to race

The infamous “hole” that was a part of Boise’s downtown landscape for 25 years, doesn’t have much meaning to people living outside the city — especially to those who think of Boise as one big hole in the first place.

Serious talk on bigfoots, Harrys and Hendersons

Bigfoot is out there.

CLIMATE: Trump is right

Have you ever heard anyone say that 97 percent of scientists agree that man is the chief cause of global warming and that this warming is going to end in disaster? Actually less than 1 percent happen to agree on the cause of climate change.

Building permits booming in 2017

By BRIAN WALKER

REBUTTAL: Article was trash

George Rodkey is out of his mind. His My Turn article in Saturday’s Press is despicable. Please don’t allow trash like that to be printed. It seems to me that he is/was a physician. If so, he is a disgrace to my profession.

ORDERS: Give them teeth

Here is the absolute perfect solution to all this.

Hold on to your glass

By BETHANY BLITZ

Gonzaga must tune out noise at tourney

The Final Four is a different animal.

Fan frenzy!

Meet our Zag Nation! It’s not too late to join the frenzy.

PRESS: Fair and balanced

A “My Turn” guest article appeared in your March 22 edition, in which the writer stated that the Coeur d’Alene Press was unfair to the Republicans.

Who's that in the winners' circle?

Today we unveil the best of the best.

As tax deadline approaches, IRS scams lurk

As the filing deadline for your 2016 taxes approaches on April 18, the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office reminds citizens about several IRS scams.

It's almost egg hunt time!

Get ready to grab a basket and go hunt for eggs at one of the Easter events planned for kids in the Coeur d’Alene area.

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DIVORCES FILED

Extending Hope

COEUR d’ALENE — A nonprofit detox and criminal transition facility will remain in Coeur d’Alene for the time being.

Weekend TV/Radio highlights

FRIDAY

WATCH: More Press Sports Chat #unitedcdazags

Gonzaga's basketball team is preparing for its first Final Four game in the school's history.

At College

Matt Robb

Bowling scores

Hayden Lake angler catches and releases longest northern pike

North Idaho angler Scott Kerns now holds the Idaho catch-and-release record for northern pike. He caught a 44-inch northern pike while ice fishing on Hayden Lake in early March.

IDFG to present Lake Pend Oreille Fishery update

The resurgence of the Lake Pend Oreille fishery in recent years has provided many hours of enjoyment for anglers. Kokanee and rainbow trout angling make up much of the effort, but numerous species provide good catch rates and are targeted by anglers.

Scammed? You're far from alone

In this column I try to provide readers good, useful and timely information. I also provide regular updates on recent cases and issues. Today we’ll revisit some recent subjects and explore new topics.

Man with hidden past ordered held

COEUR d’ALENE — An Elmira man who has been quietly living in Bonner County under an assumed identity for the past 17 years was remanded Tuesday to the custody of the U.S. Marshal’s Service to answer to a charge of unlawfully possessing firearms.

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Temporary Highway 5 lane opens between Plummer, St. Maries

PLUMMER — A short temporary lane of Highway 5 between Plummer and St. Maries opened on Wednesday — more than two weeks after soggy soil caused the road to crumble.

RV park at fairgrounds expected to be ready for summer

By BRIAN WALKER

Qualfon dials it up

In 2016, the global company Qualfon acquired the San Antonio center services company Culture.Service.Growth.

Join the Final Four GU fan frenzy! #unitedcdazags

Zag-out with The Press! Suit up and send us a photo showing how you share your Bulldog pride and you could win a prize.

Have you hugged a doc today?

It’s painful even to imagine what a patient’s experience of surgery must have been like before anesthesia. We take for granted the transformations of medicine, from the first documented use of general anesthesia in surgery — which occurred on this day in 1842 — to robot-assisted technologies and bionic limbs. Every day it seems there are new advances in medicine, thanks in large part to innovative and dedicated doctors.

Score! Cd'A man going to Final Four

Traversing though Utah in early March, Jerry Johnstun made a pit stop in Beaver, a three-hour shot up Interstate 15 from Las Vegas.

Fuelwood permits available on the Idaho Panhandle National Forests

COEUR d’ALENE — Fuelwood permits for the 2017-2018 season will be available beginning April 1 on the Idaho Panhandle National Forests. A Personal Use Firewood Permit is required if you wish to take firewood home, however campers can gather wood for a campfire without a permit. Fuelwood permits are $20 for a minimum of four cords.

Big snowpack should pay dividends for anglers

Fish need water, and Idaho’s mountains are full of water in the form of a giant snowpack. According to the Natural Resources Conservation Service, mountain ranges throughout the state in early March had snowpacks ranging from a 90 percent of average in the Coeur d’Alene and Priest drainages to 175 percent of average in the Big Wood drainage. Most areas were running between 120 and 160 percent of normal.

'Tropical Tycoon' media mogul to speak

By BRIAN WALKER

Recalling the Zags as they used to be

I remember checking our sports phone messages one day at the Press, back in the late 1990s.

Safe Routes to School receives state grant

By BETHANY BLITZ

WATCH: Press Sports Chat #unitedcdazags

Gonzaga’s basketball team is preparing for its first Final Four game in the school’s history.

Good as new

Dental implants can replace damaged teeth

Legals March 29, 2017

File No.: 344273 Customer Ref No. 37646423 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE On June 30, 2017 at the hour of 10:30AM, of said day, in the office of Alliance Title & Escrow Corp. located at 2157 N. Main St., Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814. Alliance Title & Escrow Corp., as trustee, will sell at public auction, to the highest bidder, for cash, cashier's check, certified check or teller's check, (from a bank which has a branch in the community at the site of the sale), money order, State of Idaho check or local government check, or cash equivalent in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the same time of sale, the following described real property, situated in the County of Kootenai, State of Idaho, and described as follows, to wit: Lot 12, Block 3, Greenside Vistas, according to the plat recorded in the office of the County Recorder in Book J of Plats at page 310, records of Kootenai County, Idaho. THE TRUSTEE HAS NO KNOWLEDGE OF A MORE PARTICULAR DESCRIPTION OF THE ABOVE-DESCRIBED REAL PROPERTY, BUT FOR PURPOSES OF COMPLIANCE WITH IDAHO CODE, SECTION 60-113, THE TRUSTEE HAS BEEN INFORMED THAT THE STREET ADDRESS OF: 3940 N Maxfli Lane, Post Falls, ID 83854, MAY SOMETIMES BE ASSOCIATED WITH SAID REAL PROPERTY. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty regarding title, possession or encumbrances to satisfy the obligation secured by and pursuant to the power of sale conferred in the deed of trust executed by Melvin Haakinson and Janice Haakinson husband and wife, as Grantor to Alliance Title & Escrow Corp., as Trustee, for the benefit and security of The United States of America, acting through the Rural Housing Service or successor agency, United States Department of Agriculture (formerly Farmers Home Administration or Rural Economic & Community Development) as Beneficiary, recorded September 30, 2009 as Instrument No. 2234328000, Mortgage records of Kootenai County, Idaho. THE ABOVE GRANTORS ARE NAMED TO COMPLY WITH SECTION 45-1506(4)(a), IDAHO CODE. NO REPRESENTATION IS MADE THAT THEY ARE, OR ARE NOT, PRESENTLY RESPONSIBLE FOR THIS OBLIGATION. The default for which this sale is to be made is failure to: Make principal and interest payments as set forth on said Deed of Trust and Promissory Note. The original loan amount was $167,400.00 together with interest thereon at the rate of 5% per annum, as evidenced in Promissory Note dated September 30, 2009. Payments are in default for the months of January 2016 through and including January 2017 in the amount of $640.28 per month and continuing each and every month thereafter until date of sale or reinstatement. The balance now due is: $152,087.10 in principal; $8,500.23 in interest; $25,456.68 in subsidy granted; and $1,296.25 in fees, currently assessed and computed through February 8, 2017, with interest accruing thereafter at the daily rate of $20.9153. In addition to the above, there is also due any late charges, advances, escrow collection fees, attorney fees, fees or costs associated with this foreclosure. The balance owing as of this date on the obligation secured by said deed of trust is $177,543.78, excluding interest, costs and expenses actually incurred in enforcing the obligations thereunder or in this sale, as trustee's fees and/or reasonable attorney's fees as authorized in the promissory note secured by the aforementioned Deed of Trust. Dated: February 27, 2017 Alliance Title & Escrow Corp. By: Erica Braun, Trust Officer Phone: (877) 947-1553 This communication is on behalf of a debt collector and is an attempt to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. LEGAL 7171 March 8, 15, 22, 29, 2017

Join the Final Four Zag fan frenzy and you could win a prize

GU alums? We’ve got plenty in North Idaho.

YELLOW: Color of honor

I respect Ms. Rosenberg’s view on the meaning of the yellow ribbon and the worst of the worst in jail.

What is pain telling you?

Pain is a warning signal advising that there is a problem.

Mom, this gold's for you

Nathan Smalley doesn’t have friends. He has family.

The Drakes: Small-town America still thriving

COEUR d’ALENE — Bill Drake, a rambunctious, fun-loving prankster, was taken aside one day along with his incorrigible buddies by a young, no-nonsense high school teacher who laid down the law.

TRUMP: Thanks, liberal media

I cannot help but laugh at the outrage of the Liberal Media. There’s nothing funny about their attacks on President Trump except for the reason they are doing so.

APRIL 5: A special date

Do you know what April 5 is this year? It’s the day that we “celebrate” when the typical woman working full time in Idaho catches up to what a white male was paid for the previous year doing the same job and having the same duties. That’s right, making 74 cents to a man’s dollar means women must work more than three extra months! This is a significant pay gap. Women start out earning less and they never catch up!

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BUSINESS: Fare thee well

The Sports Cellar closed its doors for good on March 25. The end of an era for an iconic family owned business.

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Sandra M.

Lakeland girls fifth at Jim Shriver Cup

SPOKANE — Kenzie Roth shot 96 and finished 14th for Lakeland, which finished fifth out of eight teams at the girls Jim Shriver Cup on Tuesday at Manito Golf and Country Club.

Flooding dampens  spring fishing

ROSE LAKE — Just as local anglers are itching for spring fishing after a long winter, other residents who live next to one of those same bodies of water are in flood-fight mode.

Packing in pulses

Beans and legumes are often humorously thought of as the “musical fruit,” but these nutrition gems do far more than keep you regular. Pulses consist of the seeds of legumes, which include peas, lentils, chickpeas and beans. Pulses are an inexpensive way to add protein, fiber, and antioxidants into your diet, and the nearby Palouse happens to be one of the top growing regions in the world for this crop. Pulses are planted in April and May and harvested in August. Pulses are a fat-free source of protein and rich in a variety of fiber and other nutrients. Check out the following fun facts about pulses from the U.S.A. Dry Pea & Lentil Council:

AIRPORT: Encroachment worries

Last week the Hayden Planning and Zoning Commission voted to recommend to the City Council to allow Viking Construction to build 52 single family homes just south of the airport. We are sure that this recommendation will be a simple rubber stamp!

INSURANCE: Give both sides

Obamacare is failing! It is in a death spiral that Obama and Pelosi hoped would take us to a single-payer system.

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LABRADOR: Failed big test

Our congressman, Raul Labrador was a leader blocking the repeal and replacement of Obamacare. My understanding is he feels he wasn’t consulted enough and the replacement bill didn’t have all he wants in it. But now the rest of us must live with Obamacare. That’s not how we voted in November, nor how I will next time.

Why am I so tired?

If I had to guess which complaint was number one in my office, I would say it is FATIGUE. Fatigue is defined as “extreme tiredness.” It can be acute (just happened, and for a short period) or chronic (lasting for a long time). You can experience mental, emotional or physical fatigue. Other synonyms for fatigue are weariness, exhaustion, tiredness, languor, lethargy, drowsiness, sleepiness, tiredness. Each of these synonyms have their own qualifications, but the bottom line is, we don’t like it! We want to be energetic, lively, spirited, industrious, vigorous and dynamic! Who wouldn’t?

Get ready to find some eggs

It’s almost time to grab a basket and go hunt for eggs at one of the Easter events planned for kids in the Coeur d’Alene area.

ALZHEIMER'S: Support research

The Alzheimer’s Association’s 2017 Facts and Figures report found a soaring prevalence, lack of effective treatment and enormous costs for Alzheimer’s and other dementias.

Wildlife Services a danger to animals

On March 16, 2017, a 14-year-old boy’s dog is killed by an m-44 cyanide gun while walking near his home in Pocatello, Idaho. The boy is hospitalized after wiping off the orange powdery substance from his clothing onto the snow. Casey, his dog, wasn’t so lucky. There are countless cases like these reported every year.

Pelvic Health: Body balance after baby

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

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Hazel Fox, 102

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Harvey Bruce Vinson Sr., 88

Northwest Notes

Williams-Goss, Karnowski,

TAX: 6 percent solution

If Governor Otter is enforcing the 6 percent sales tax on Amazon online purchases to encourage Idaho residents to shop locally, perhaps he should reconsider his recent opposition to lifting the 6 percent sales tax on groceries. Idaho is one of only seven states that tax groceries at the same rate as other goods. Ten other states also tax groceries, but at a reduced rate (most around 1 percent) and 33 states do not tax groceries at all, recognizing that taxing the food people need to eat for life is an onerous burden.

Hoover wanted for arrest

The North Idaho Violent Crimes Task Force is seeking information leading to the apprehension of Gregg Alan Hoover.

CLEANUP: Sign me up

Last week I saw the Sheriff’s labor crew cleaning the sidewalks in front of private businesses in Coeur d’Alene. Did the Sheriff’s Department get a work contract with these businesses or the Chamber of Commerce? I thought it was the business owners’ responsibility to clean and maintain their sidewalks the same as homeowners.

Fandemonium sweeps the land of the Zags

It's not likely a couple of decades worth of readers would ever confuse me with a sports writer or sports expert or pundit. Watching Triple Crown horse races every year or enthusiastically cheering on Ironman competitors at the finish line does not a sports expert make.

Same match, but a whole new result

To Coeur d’Alene High senior wrestler Casey Randles, it was just like any other match.

Change and consolidation

Consolidation and change in the wine industry continues at a relentless pace as has been the case for some time. Across all segments of the industry with the possible exception of retail, combinations of distributors, wineries, vineyards and brokerages continues at a furious pace. This doesn’t surprise many in the wine business; we have seen it for years. It is somewhat predictable as the big wine companies strive to get bigger and smaller growers, producers and dealers are being offered money that is a bit hard to pass up.

Hey Bulldog!

By DEVIN HEILMAN

Gymnastics, select soccer, basketball and more

GYMNASTICS

Five charged with stealing mail, cashing stolen checks

Five suspected members of a mail theft ring have been charged with crimes affecting hundreds of Kootenai County residents.

Hawks competing in Shriver Cup

SPOKANE — Lakeland’s Dylan Knight shot an 84 on Day 1 of the Jim Shriver Cup, held at Manito Country Club.

Chip Shots

Cd’A GC Women’s

Legals March 28, 2017

NOTICE OF APPLICATION Pursuant to Section 58-104(g) and 58-1301, et seq., Idaho Code (The Lake Protection Act) and rules of the State Board of Land Commissioners, notice is hereby given that Hidden Falls LLC of 4826 W Foothill Dr, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814 made application to permit the installation of riprap along 200' of shoreline on two adjacent lots. Located on Spokane River adjacent to: Sections 08, Township 50 North, Range 04 West; B.M., in Kootenai County. Written objections to or requests for hearing in this matter must be on file with the Idaho Department of Lands, 3258 W. Industrial Loop, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83815 within thirty (30) days after the first appearance of this notice. Specific information regarding this application may be obtained from Mike Ahmer, Lands Resource Specialist, Senior - Minerals & Navigable Waters at the above address or by calling (208) 769-1577. /S/ Frank Waterman, Area Supervisor Idaho Department of Lands LEGAL 7255 MAR 21, 28, 2017

Kindergarten pre-registration starts in April

Kindergarten registration for the Plummer/Worley Joint School District's 2017-2018 school year will be from April 3 through June 2, at Lakeside Elementary School in Plummer.

Airport chief hired

By BRIAN WALKER

When you're asked to leave your home...

By BRIAN WALKER

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Marian Solnosky ‘Smiley,’ 62

Street closure for utility construction in Fort Grounds

Garden Avenue between Military and Park drives in Coeur d’Alene’s Fort Grounds area will be closed to through traffic beginning at 7 a.m. Wednesday.

Stolen vehicle suspect arrested

By BRIAN WALKER

Let's talk GU hoops!

Over more than three decades, he’s written 13 sports books, covered college basketball from West Virginia to Fresno State, and now he’s in Gonzaga’s glorious back yard.

Parker Automotive's White to speak at NIC

Mike White, Parker Automotive general manager, will be the guest lecturer at the “Winner’s Circle” motivational meeting from 7 to 8:30 a.m. Monday, April 3, in the North Idaho College Edminster Student Union Building Driftwood Bay Room. There is an optional breakfast available for sale in the building.

End the party; it's time for business

Calm down, Zags fans.

Health care and the transfer of risk

Watching the current flap over health care generally, and health care insurance specifically, is interesting and frustrating. What seems to me to be missing is truth about both health care and health care insurance.

Clarifying the court conundrum

With all this ink about cases and courts, readers have expressed understandable confusion. Courts referred to by state names; circuit, district, and magistrate courts; terms can be dizzying. Why, asked one reader, did a court in neighboring Washington decide a case involving the president’s travel ban? Shouldn’t that have happened in D.C.? What do all the court names mean, and why the differences?

Community helps launch high school space project

RATHDRUM — North Idaho wants to go to space, and the community has stepped up in a big way to make it happen.

Libraries collecting food for fines

In honor of National Library Week, the Coeur d’Alene and Community Library Network libraries will let you donate food to pay your late fees April 9 through 22.

NIC names new human resources director

North Idaho College president Rick MacLennan announced the selection of Don Millikan as the college’s new executive director for human resources.

Gorsuch's assurances to Senate likely to be tested upon confirmation

The sincerity of the assurances made by Supreme Court nominee Judge Neil Gorsuch to the Senate Judiciary Committee in the course of confirmation hearings that the president “is not above the law,” is likely to be tested if, as expected, he is approved by the Senate for the vacant seat on the High Tribunal. Gorsuch’s declaration, offered in reply to tough questioning about the scope of presidential power to ignore or violate statutes, represented a key moment in his testimony, not only to explain his previous writings, but for cases coming before the Court involving President Trump.

Reviewing the presidency so far

In the game of bridge, any player may call for a review of the bidding if there is confusion. So let’s review the bidding of the first two months of the Trump White House because confusion surely abounds.

Robot delivery gets green light

Idaho is now the second state — Virginia was first — to have officially approved the use of delivery robots in public spaces.

Sales tax question no simple cookie

In the great state of Texas, consumers don't pay sales tax on non-prepared food items.

Records

LAWSUITS

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Donald Reed Yager, 85

Jail sets record - and it isn't good

The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office hit record high numbers of inmates in custody over the weekend.

Facing the Feds

Federal justice system is very different than state court

Legals March 27, 2017

NOTICE OF ADVERTISE-MENT FOR REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS The Board of Trustees of Coeur d'Alene School District 271 will be accepting sealed statements of qualifications from architects and architectur-l firms at the office of the Clerk of the Board located at the Dis-rict Administration Center at 1400 N. Northwood Center Court, Coeur d'Alene, Idaho 83814, on or before April 7, 2017, until the hour of 11:00 a.m. of said day for: ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW ELEMENTA-Y SCHOOL AND THE RENOVATION OF LAKES MAGNET MIDDLE SCHOOL, COEUR D'ALENE HIGH SCHOOL, LAKE CITY HIGH SCHOOL, AND DALTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, FERNAN STEM ACADEMY PARKING LOT, AND HAYDEN MEADOWS ELEMENTARY GYM Responses will be opened at the District Administration Center at 11:00 a.m. on said date. All interested individuals are welcome to attend. Statement forms, instructions and specifications are available to interested parties at the District Administration Center. All responses shall be presented or otherwise delivered to the Clerk of the Board under sealed envelope with the concise statement, "SEALED RESPONSE- ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES RFQ" marked on the outside. Responses will not be accepted via facsimile or e-mail. Any response received after the hour of 11:00 a.m. on April 7, 2017, will not be considered. The right is reserved to reject any or all responses for any reason whatsoever. Dated this 20th day of March, 2017. Lynn Towne, Clerk of the Board Coeur d' Alene School District 271 LEGAL 7263 MARCH 20, 27, 2017

Randles wins national wrestling title

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — Coeur d’Alene High senior wrestler Casey Randles won a national championship on Sunday, beating Michael Battista of Virginia 9-2 in the senior class 182-pound finals at the National High School Coaches Association national tournament.

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

Officials discuss flooding, landslide hazards

Recent rain and snow melt is increasing ground saturation, according to the Kootenai County Office of Emergency Management, making conditions ripe for landslides and debris flow on steep slopes.

Talkin' Lake Coeur d'Alene, and area flooding

The moisture just keeps piling up here in the Inland Northwest. Since the beginning of October 2016, Cliff has measured 31.75 inches of rain and melted snow through early Sunday. This is another all-time record for Coeur d’Alene. We have so much water that many are describing the recent flooding as some of the worst in the area’s history.

Dance, don't walk down Memory Lane

COEUR d’ALENE — It's been many years since Tom Carlson found himself on the dance floor of a high school gymnasium, bound by casts and crutches.

IdahoWorks notified about data breach

About 170,000 of the Idaho Department of Labor’s 530,000 job-seeker accounts — active and historical — were compromised by a hacking incident on March 12-13 involving America’s Job Link, a Kansas-based, multi-state system that operates the department’s IdahoWorks job search engine.

To the best of your likability

No matter what business you think you are in, you are in the people business. And the more people like you, the better and easier life becomes.

Locals gather to root Gonzaga on to first Final Four

Gonzaga head coach Mark Few had already emptied the deepest portion of his bench Saturday when Rui Hachimura hit a 3-pointer in the waning moments, giving the Bulldogs a 24-point cushion.

MINERS: Not their fault

I have read your editorial of March 15 several times. The issue of Silver Valley needing consumer dollars was spot on. Many small Idaho communities need more income to thrive. However, whether intentional or not, the editorial seemed to put the onus on the striking miners.

Carlson earns MVP honors as Region girls win

COEUR d’ALENE — It’s understandable that Lake City High senior Nina Carlson was looking forward to taking the court in the 14th annual Statewide All-Star Basketball Games at North Idaho College.

SPRING: It's going to the dogs

An incident on the trail near the Kroc recently reminded me of a number of issues that spring brings about.

How good is your CMA?

With the shortages of inventory reported here week after week, more and more agents are advertising free Comparable Market Analyses in an effort to garner more personal inventory. This marketing strategy has always been used by some. Judging from the emails sent daily within our agent network, it is easy to see the desperation that comes from the lack of available houses currently listed in the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) and more agents are resorting to offering this free service.

LIFEGUARDS: A Cd'A necessity

I grew up in the Fort Grounds in the ’50s and there were quite a few less people in town, but we always had lifeguards at City Beach. (Actually, if I remember right, there were the same number of guard stations then as there were the last year we had them.) I understood the explanation last year that there were no lifeguards available. However, the Kroc, Sandpoint, and all the pools in Spokane seemed to find them.

Hitting the jackpot

From humble beginnings building a small bingo hall to what is now a luxurious casino resort, the Coeur d’Alene Tribe has always had one objective — provide a better life for its people.

Southern Idaho folks take in Cd'A experience for all-star hoop games

COEUR d'ALENE — Donning a cowboy hat, T-shirt and jeans, southeast Idaho farmer Heath Peterson sat in the Rolly Williams Court stands on Saturday, his attention locked onto his sweet-shooting daughter.

Zags look dressed for the part

Last weekend in downtown Salt Lake City, thousands of folks wandered the streets dressed as their favorite superheroes.

Police tried to arrest suspect before Pease died

North Idaho citizens aren’t just sad over the murder of Kelly Pease.

DOGS: Blame their owners

I didn’t want to resort to writing another schpeel on people who don’t clean up after their dogs but since Carol Cook brought it up, I’m compelled. Believe it or not, this bothers me more than most things because I walk my dog everyday.

Garden District offers new condos and more

A set of new townhome-style condominiums takes advantage of the beauty and convenience of Coeur d’Alene’s Garden District.

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A 21st annual Wine, Stein and Dine thank you

DRIVERS: Now hear this

As the weather gets nicer and more people are out and about, I want to remind drivers when they are sightseeing on Dike Road/Rosenberry Drive the white line on the right side of the road is to help ensure the safety of everyone enjoying the sites by dividing the pedestrians from the vehicles. This is in fact the Centennial Trail.

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Elaine W. Smith, 94

Juli Stratton: Seeing past labels and into people's hearts

When Juli Stratton looks at the world around her, she knows it's not just black or white or gray.

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Robert A. Herbkersman, 85

CDA: Schools offer thanks

We wanted to take this opportunity to thank our voting public for their overwhelming support in our recent Maintenance & Operations Levy and Construction Bond elections. We are both appreciative of and humbled by the public’s trust in our work as we grow and, as our mission states, that we INVEST in each student to prepare, challenge and advance well-educated, resilient and future-ready citizens.

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Donald Anderson, 59

LAKE: Some cleanup warranted

I have one question to ask: What are your thoughts on the pollution in Lake Coeur d’Alene? The pollution was originally from unsafe mining and lead processing, but what are your thoughts on it currently? I personally think that the pollution is getting better and that we should spend less on depolluting the lake, but not cut the funding entirely, as there is still a lot of pollution in the river. I just want to hear your thoughts on that, because I find it interesting.

LENIN: Key point in time

Next month will be interesting because April will be the 100th anniversary of Lenin’s successful entry into Russia, and in six months was supreme ruler. Lenin then expanded the empire through threats and extreme violence. The Communist are planning on honoring Lenin and I’m looking forward to seeing how Putin honors him. Not only are there statues of him everywhere, but they have Lenin’s body embalmed in a display case.

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ENGAGEMENT

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John W. Trople, 84

Detectives of the medical world: ICE grant funds health care training for Medical Lab Technicians

Even though they are intimately involved in patient care, you may have never seen one on the patient care floors of a hospital. That’s because the work of medical lab technicians takes place behind the scenes to provide physicians with the information they need to treat patients. In fact, around 70 percent of all medical decisions are based on information provided by medical lab technicians — not doctors or nurses.

Goodwill's new Post Falls location opens Friday

Goodwill Industries of the Inland Northwest will open the doors Friday to its new 24,000-square-foot facility at 4040 E. 16th St. (east of Highway 41) in Post Falls. It replaces the six-year-old facility at 317 Seltice Way.

Relief found for MWS epidemic

You very well could be suffering horribly from MWS and not even know it.

Hillman, Kirby earn Player of the Year honors

Sophomore Jonny Hillman of Genesis Prep and senior Allison Kirby of Timberlake were named Player of the Year in their divisions as The Idaho Statesman announced its All-Idaho high school boys and girls basketball teams this week.

Luckey hits late home run to send Vikings past Mountain View

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Legals March 25, 2017

SUMMONS FOR PUBLICATION ON COMPLAINT FOR JUDICIAL FORECLOSURE AND DECLARATORY RELIEF Case No. CV-2017-0001438 IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF THE STATE OF IDAHO, IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF KOOTENAI WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., Plaintiff, v. FRED W. HARRIS; THE UNKNOWN HEIRS, ASSIGNS AND DEVISEES OF DOROTHY A. HARRIS; AND DOES 1 THROUGH 20, INCLUSIVE, including all parties with an interest in and/or residing in real property commonly known as, 30570 N. Alice Ct, Athol, ID 83801 , and legally described as: LOT 17 IN BLOCK 3 OF NORTHERN MEADOWS PHASE II, ACCORDING TO THE OFFICIAL PLAT THEREOF, FILED IN BOOK G OF PLATS AT PAGE(S) 174 AND 174A, RECORDS OF KOOTEANI COUNTY, IDAHO, Defendants. TO: DEFENDANTS THE UNKNOWN HEIRS, ASSIGNS AND DEVISEES OF DOROTHY A. HARRIS and DOES 1 through 20, inclusive, including all parties with an interest in and/or residing in real property commonly known as 30570 N. Alice Ct, Athol, ID 83801: You have been sued by WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., the Plaintiff, in the District Court in and for the County of Kootenai, Idaho, Case No. CV-2017-0001438. The nature of the claim against you is an action for declaratory relief and judicial foreclosure of the real property currently known as 30570 N. Alice Ct, Athol, ID 83801 and legally described as LOT 17 IN BLOCK 3 OF NORTHERN MEADOWS PHASE II, ACCORDING TO THE OFFICIAL PLAT THEREOF, FILED IN BOOK G OF PLATS AT PAGE(S) 174 AND 174A, RECORDS OF KOOTEANI COUNTY, IDAHO. Any time after 20 days following the last publication of this summons, the court may enter a judgment against you without further notice, unless prior to that time you have filed a written response in the proper form, including the Case Number and paid any required filing fee to the Clerk of the Court at 451 Government Way, P.O. Box 9000, Coeur d'Alene, Idaho 83816, (208) 446-1108, and serve a copy of your response on the Plaintiff's attorney, Sydney K. Leavitt, at ALDRIDGE PITE, LLP, 13125 W. Persimmon Ln., Ste. 150, Boise, ID 83713. A copy of the Summons and Complaint can be obtained by contacting either the Clerk of the Court or the attorney for Plaintiff. If you wish for legal assistance, you should immediately retain an attorney to advise you in this matter. Dated this 6_day of March, 2017. JIM BRANNON CLERK OF THE DISTRICT COURT By: /S/ Susan McCoy DEPUTY LEGAL 7261 MAR 18, 25, 2017 APR 1, 8, 2017

Highway 5 problem deepens

PLUMMER — Fixing Highway 5 has proven to be a rough road.

Bicycle riders own the roads, too

I have been riding bicycles around Kootenai County for nearly a quarter-century. All my friends, our wives and now the second generation of our families also enjoy the fabulous riding here, but an incident happened on today’s ride that is becoming dangerously common.

America quo vadis

In the year 2010 one man made a decision which resulted in hundreds of thousands of military and civilians dying by burning, beheading, shooting and by any other method yet to be devised by depots! Thousands more were treated by all death devices of torture,and their blood is all upon that man! Many families were forcibly torn from each other and the the land they loved gone.

Sumner, Alley fuel Cd'A sweep

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Fighting, flying and fame

By DEVIN HEILMAN

Time to show off

HAYDEN — Are you funny?

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Marian F. Morse-Vanderheyden, 92

Next up for Odom: Trial

COEUR d'ALENE — After nearly three months of mental health treatment, Kyle Odom is ready to stand trial.

Harrison home to be vacated

COEUR d'ALENE — Kootenai County commissioners on Friday afternoon approved a recommendation from the city of Harrison to vacate a home in the city due to the heavy rain in the town on the southern end of Lake Coeur d'Alene.

Running through the raindrops

By JERRY HITCHCOCK

Jobless rate pinches employers

POST FALLS — Kootenai County's employment picture is like a reflector toy from a Cracker Jack box.

Truck crashes into Best Food Stop

COEUR d'ALENE — Nobody was hurt when a Dodge pickup inadvertently barreled through the front of a Best Avenue convenience store Friday morning.

Sheriff's Log

The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office received 326 calls for service between 6 a.m. Wednesday, March 22, and 5:59 a.m. Friday, March 24.

Pint-sized pioneers

By BETHANY BLITZ

They're here, now let's play basketball

While some of the brightest stars might not be on the floor a little later today at North Idaho College during the 14th annual Idaho Statewide All-Star Basketball Games, it could be a blessing in disguise.

Don't break your heart

Over the last few years, I have touched on a somewhat controversial topic of heart damage caused by exercise. It is pretty well-understood that marathon runners who participate in many events and training hours over the years often develop heart damage. There have been a number of studies that show an increased risk in heart attack and/or sudden death in marathon runners. In a high percentage of cases, marathon runners who experienced cardiac events did so either during or within 24 hours of the running event or long training runs.

Penguin Plunge for Special Olympics coming up

Special Olympics’ annual “Freezin’ for a Reason” Penguin Plunge will be held Saturday, April 1, and that’s no April Fools' joke.

North Idaho mudslide keeps crews busy

SANDPOINT — Mud, debris and unstable ground conditions are wreaking havoc on roads and homes across the county.

The bunny is coming, and so are egg hunts

The snow is almost gone, spring is here and that big ol’ rabbit will soon be hopping into town.

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Civil forfeiture reform legislation passes Idaho House

From the office of Rep. Ilana Rubel, D-Boise:

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House GOP abruptly pulls troubled health care bill

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After passing 28 bills and killing one – where yesterday the House only got to three bills all day – the House has taken a lunch recess, and will be back on the floor at 1:30 p.m. It managed to make it through the entire morning without any of a small group of dissident Republicans objecting to waiving reading of a bill.

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Legals March 24, 2017

STORAGE AUCTION NOTICE Notice is hereby given, pursuant to Idaho code 45-805, that on March 25, 2017 a PUBLIC AUCTION shall be held (to satisfy liens, recover unpaid rents and other charges) entire contents of Trailer Space A34 belonging to Misty Covington last known address 120 N. Willow Rd. Spokane Valley, WA 99206. Amount owing is $215 for three months past rent and late fees. Sealed bids between 9:00 AM and 3:00PM on March 25, 2017. At A1 SELF STORAGE 20863 West Highway 53 Rathdrum ID. (208) 818-6165 (208)687-0145. LEGAL 7254 MAR 17, 24, 2017

A big slap in the face

Well, since I’m stuck indoors thanks to El Niño (thank you, global warming), I guess I will try to keep up with all of the news on our new groper-in-chief.

Ex-Vikings Orlandi, Tackett named NAIA All-Americans

With their deep run in the NAIA Women’s Basketball Tournament and success all year, Caelyn Orlandi and Brittany Tackett of Lewis-Clark State, both former Coeur d’Alene High standouts, were named All-Americans by the NAIA on Thursday.

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Hayden Chamber seeks names for H.A.Y.D.E.N. awards

HAYDEN — The Hayden Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for the 2017 H.A.Y.D.E.N. awards to honor and recognize individuals and businesses for their accomplishments and contributions to the community.

RIBBONS: Yellow's not mellow

I’ve been thinking about this for many years. There is a song that many people embrace in America: “Tie a Yellow Ribbon ‘round the Ole Oak Tree.” Now, how many people have listened to the words?

British whodunit coming to Lake City stage

COEUR d’ALENE — Something British, musical and murderous is afoot at Lake City High School.

Change hard to swallow for school board elections

Do you know who the “zone representatives” are on your local school board?

LABRADOR: Supports veterans

As a veteran of the United States Army, I have found myself very frustrated with the Veterans Administration over the years. Recently, I was having a difficult time securing my medical care through the VA.

POLITICIANS: Perpetuate problems

Our politicians excuse themselves from failing to accomplish much by playing their blame games and denigrating all opposition. They have created hopeless divisions amongst themselves which have evidently spread to us. We have bought into their mean-spirited oversimplifications and impulsively taken sides. Now we accuse and denigrate each other.

Julie Johnson: A legacy of song

The 4-foot-10 music teacher often had to stand on the piano bench while she was playing so she could watch her students as they sang.

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DISDAIN: Seen it before

In response to Wednesday’s letter, Disdain: It appears that the author has conveniently forgotten the total disdain and disrespectful name-calling that this president carried out all through his campaign.

Tale as old as time … again

With Disney’s live-action remake of “Beauty & the Beast,” I must acknowledge how personal bias plays into my problems with the movie.

PRESS: Liberal, anti-Christian

The “Shamrock” didn’t make it to The Press?

Sammie, Spectrum, rocking the planet

Notes and quotes while wondering what TV programs used to be aired in the days long ago — you know, before March Madness.

Community invited to share input on city's Trails and Bikes Plan update

New standards for bike facilities, new trail expansions and new ways to meet the needs of bicyclists and pedestrians are part of a major update to the city’s Trails and Bikeways Master Plan.

Former legislator Sims brandishes conservative fire

Kathy Sims would not answer a question about whether she plans another run for public office.

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Billy Duane Syth, 85

AHCA: A sick feeling

The American Health Care Act as written will increase health care costs by thousands of dollars for those aged 50-64. With increased premiums and an age rating that allows health insurance companies to charge five times what younger Americans pay, this expense will be unmanageable for many like me.

Free rides may have left

By BRIAN WALKER

Asbury, Gibson team on no-no for St. Maries

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Of cabbages, kings and OK oatmeal

God bless these geezers.

TRUMP: Miller for president

This is in reply to Marvin G. Miller’s letter to the editor. Wow, Marvin, you nailed it! I was so excited to read something positive about our wonderful President Donald J. Trump, I wished you would have went on and on, you could have written an entire page and I would be loving it! I’m craving so much to hear the great things he is doing and finally you did! I am so tired of reading how negative the Coeur d’Alene Press is and being so slanted against him, every time I see something written about Trump it’s always so negative! But you know something Marvin, no matter what terrific things Trump does the Liberal Democrats will always find something wrong with it. Do you know why? Because they can’t stand hearing that he’s doing excellent and doing what he said he would do! They hate all aspects of Trump. Even my nephew hates me because I voted for Trump! I didn’t vote for Obama but I didn’t hate everyone who did! What a difference between Conservatives and Liberals, look at all the hate within them. Anyway, thanks for giving me a breath of fresh air as I read your column, God bless you and God bless America with a terrific president!

Shoppers click their way to convenience

COEUR d’ALENE — Grocery shopping has never been high on Ericka Schindelbeck's wish list.

NURSE: Here's to you, Lisa

How wonderful to read that Lisa Rubinsky received the DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses! (“A Heart for Others,” The Press, March 15.) I am excited for her and not the least bit surprised that she has been recognized for her loving, uplifting care, enthusiasm and great good humor. My husband and I are among those whose days were brightened by Lisa at the Blue Plate Cafe — always a pleasure! We cheered her on as she worked her way through school and achieved her goal of nursing at Kootenai Health. We’ve missed her at Blue Plate but keep up with her through her mom, Andy, who always shows those family traits of caring and good cheer. To my extreme delight Lisa came to visit me, to cheer me and check my progress while I was a patient at KH after knee replacement surgery last year. This was even more special as it was her day off!

CABINET: Qualified to decide

I have been reading about the Democrats’ apoplexy over the fact that many in President Trump’s Cabinet are wealthy business people and the fact that they are having problems divesting their portfolios in order to avoid any conflict of interest problems.

Vandals open spring practice today

Idaho football coach Paul Petrino hasn’t had to worry about his punter and placekicker his first four seasons with the Vandals, because they were one and the same — the nationally acclaimed Austin Rehkow.

Sheriff's Log

The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office received 115 calls for service between 6 a.m. Tuesday, March 21, and 5:59 a.m. Wednesday, March 22.

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KCSO and OEM warn well-water may be contaminated following flooding

The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office and Office of Emergency Management are reminding residents of the potential hazards that exist with drinking water after a flood.

Them? No, there is only us

I had the good fortune to be born into diversity: Of religion, ethnicity, nationality, and of thought. I was raised bilingual from the time I learned my first words. I was taught two religions (and picked up a few more along the way), lived in two different countries, and I traveled to several more — all before I became a teenager. So this diversity affects how I see everyone.

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Cutthroat conservation project resumes

PLUMMER — Biologists with the Coeur d’Alene Tribe and Idaho Department of Fish and Game are resuming efforts to give cutthroat trout a better chance of survival in Lake Coeur d’Alene.

Ragin' rivers

By DEVIN HEILMAN

Aspirations abound at reverse job fair

Fancy shoes, collared shirts and blazers disguised about 190 high school seniors Wednesday as they spoke with local professionals about their career aspirations.

Northwest Notes

Post Falls High

Sell sends Vikings past West Valley

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Grilled at the grill

By BRIAN WALKER

Public Health Week to hit North Idaho

Panhandle Health District will host a series of events the first week of April to highlight public health within the community in celebration of National Public Health Week.

Rosters updated for Idaho All-Star Classic

COEUR d’ALENE — Rosters for the 14th annual Idaho High School Statewide All-Star Basketball games have been updated for the games scheduled for Saturday at North Idaho College.

Map and compass workshop to be held April 22

Foresters have traditionally verified locations and distances using a map and compass. It is now possible to accomplish these tasks using a Global Positioning System (GPS) receiver, but it is often still essential to know how to use a map and compass.

Before you hire that tree-trim guy...

Spring has sprung some green leaks.

Reflecting on a soggy state softball tourney

Some 10 months later, memories of last year’s rain-affected state 5A softball tournament still linger in the minds of a couple of local softball coaches.

A letter to the attorney general

Dear Mr. Attorney General:

Sunshine Minting has eye on Nevada

COEUR d’ALENE — Sunshine Minting, which employs about 300 at its manufacturing center and corporate offices in Coeur d’Alene, is expanding in Nevada but what that means for the local facility’s employees hasn’t been disclosed.

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Alfred Roy Wagner, 94

Clagstone easement to allow public access

A section of Clagstone Meadows, a well-known expanse of timber in Bonner County just off U.S. 95 between Coeur d’Alene and Sandpoint, will soon be open to the public.

Rowdy's last ride

COEUR d’ALENE — Rowdy's tail was wagging even before he reached Susie Brott's classroom door Wednesday morning.

More elk hunting opportunities, fewer mule doe tags this year

Hunters will see fewer hunting opportunities for mule deer does in the fall, but more controlled hunts for elk, particularly cow elk.

Cd'A QB Yankoff commits to Huskies

The timing was right for Coeur d’Alene High junior quarterback Colson Yankoff.

Legals March 22, 2017

File No.: 344273 Customer Ref No. 37646423 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE On June 30, 2017 at the hour of 10:30AM, of said day, in the office of Alliance Title & Escrow Corp. located at 2157 N. Main St., Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814. Alliance Title & Escrow Corp., as trustee, will sell at public auction, to the highest bidder, for cash, cashier's check, certified check or teller's check, (from a bank which has a branch in the community at the site of the sale), money order, State of Idaho check or local government check, or cash equivalent in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the same time of sale, the following described real property, situated in the County of Kootenai, State of Idaho, and described as follows, to wit: Lot 12, Block 3, Greenside Vistas, according to the plat recorded in the office of the County Recorder in Book J of Plats at page 310, records of Kootenai County, Idaho. THE TRUSTEE HAS NO KNOWLEDGE OF A MORE PARTICULAR DESCRIPTION OF THE ABOVE-DESCRIBED REAL PROPERTY, BUT FOR PURPOSES OF COMPLIANCE WITH IDAHO CODE, SECTION 60-113, THE TRUSTEE HAS BEEN INFORMED THAT THE STREET ADDRESS OF: 3940 N Maxfli Lane, Post Falls, ID 83854, MAY SOMETIMES BE ASSOCIATED WITH SAID REAL PROPERTY. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty regarding title, possession or encumbrances to satisfy the obligation secured by and pursuant to the power of sale conferred in the deed of trust executed by Melvin Haakinson and Janice Haakinson husband and wife, as Grantor to Alliance Title & Escrow Corp., as Trustee, for the benefit and security of The United States of America, acting through the Rural Housing Service or successor agency, United States Department of Agriculture (formerly Farmers Home Administration or Rural Economic & Community Development) as Beneficiary, recorded September 30, 2009 as Instrument No. 2234328000, Mortgage records of Kootenai County, Idaho. THE ABOVE GRANTORS ARE NAMED TO COMPLY WITH SECTION 45-1506(4)(a), IDAHO CODE. NO REPRESENTATION IS MADE THAT THEY ARE, OR ARE NOT, PRESENTLY RESPONSIBLE FOR THIS OBLIGATION. The default for which this sale is to be made is failure to: Make principal and interest payments as set forth on said Deed of Trust and Promissory Note. The original loan amount was $167,400.00 together with interest thereon at the rate of 5% per annum, as evidenced in Promissory Note dated September 30, 2009. Payments are in default for the months of January 2016 through and including January 2017 in the amount of $640.28 per month and continuing each and every month thereafter until date of sale or reinstatement. The balance now due is: $152,087.10 in principal; $8,500.23 in interest; $25,456.68 in subsidy granted; and $1,296.25 in fees, currently assessed and computed through February 8, 2017, with interest accruing thereafter at the daily rate of $20.9153. In addition to the above, there is also due any late charges, advances, escrow collection fees, attorney fees, fees or costs associated with this foreclosure. The balance owing as of this date on the obligation secured by said deed of trust is $177,543.78, excluding interest, costs and expenses actually incurred in enforcing the obligations thereunder or in this sale, as trustee's fees and/or reasonable attorney's fees as authorized in the promissory note secured by the aforementioned Deed of Trust. Dated: February 27, 2017 Alliance Title & Escrow Corp. By: Erica Braun, Trust Officer Phone: (877) 947-1553 This communication is on behalf of a debt collector and is an attempt to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. LEGAL 7171 March 8, 15, 22, 29, 2017

Sheriff's Log

The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office received 559 calls for service between 6 a.m. Friday, March 17, and 5:59 a.m. Tuesday, March 21.

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David Harris Sr., 86

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Ralph Wohrle, 89

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Dorothy Bendrick, 88

Dave Walker: That's glorious Cd'A dirt under his fingernails

COEUR d’ALENE — Forget snips and snails and puppy dog tails. Dave Walker’s boyhood consisted of “bicycles, comic books, dirt clods, sticks and Tonka trucks.”

TAXES: Double indignity

Did I miss a proposition on the last ballot? In California we had a famous Prop 13 allowing the people to vote to make property tax value the sales price of a home. The first house I bought and sold here was not affected. However, after buying another home here last spring my property tax doubled.

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Family could lose dearly with GOP health care plan

COEUR d’ALENE — When you ask Brady Schroeder what his favorite video game is, he tells you No. 2 on the list before pausing to savor the sheer delight gained through causing others to wait in suspense.

Multicultural music

An owl’s hoot and a wolf’s soft howl could be heard in the Lake City High School Auditorium Tuesday as the school’s choir practiced for its performance that evening.

Fight, flight or rest and digest?

We are all athletes, even if we don't know it. We are faced with competition, training and recovery needs for our body daily. Our body seeks to live in a state of equilibrium that allows us to work at an optimal level. We must be able to adapt to the physiological, psychological and environmental stressors that we are presented with in order to be healthy athletes.

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Zala Louise Sweitzer, 79

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Stephen Kelly Porter, 27

FAREWELL: And fond wishes

We are moving out of Idaho, but these past 10 years have been filled with great people I will cherish: Editor Mike Patrick of the Post Falls Press. Editor Mike has always made me feel like family, an obviously supreme writer with heart and writing skills that show not only intelligence but passion. The PFPD has spoiled me because Chief Haug has an amazing team and you can’t get better than his leadership.

State of the County in 3 acts

COEUR d’ALENE — Kootenai County’s three commissioners took very different approaches Tuesday when giving their State of the County presentations.

LAWSUITS: A losing argument

Sholeh Patrick couldn’t be more wrong on being against Loser Pays Lawsuits Legislation in her column.

Proposed budget would hurt many Americans - like Brady

Nine-and-a-half years ago, my son, Brady, joined our family. Right away, my husband and I knew something wasn’t OK, and by the time Brady was 3 weeks old, he had been diagnosed with a frightening genetic disease — cystic fibrosis. We learned that cystic fibrosis (CF) would demand handfuls of pills with every meal of our baby’s life to enable him to digest food and grow properly. We learned how the disease would primarily affect Brady’s lungs and slowly rob him of the ability to breathe. When Brady was born, the life expectancy for those with CF was around 37 years old. At that time, double lung transplant loomed as the only option for those with CF to extend their lives. Battling the lung decline with inhaled breathing treatments and lung clearance became a way of life that ate away hours of every single day.

Laser therapy safer than drugs for pain

The number of people taking drugs to relieve joint and muscle pain is staggering. These drugs can often have dangerous side effects, especially when taken for extended periods of time and do not fix the underlying problem causing the pain. The side effects include digestive problems (including stomach bleeding), liver damage, and even addiction. Low level laser therapy is a better, safer option for dealing with pain.

NIC is a speller's best friend

Community newspapers receive a lot of support from advertisers and subscribers. They do their best to return the favor by supporting the community.

Woempner winning welder

Tavis Woempner won the 2017 regional Skills USA welding competition hosted by North Idaho College March 17.

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Syble A. Gough, 89

Shelby Salois sparks Timberlake sweep

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2017 session's quiet little power struggle

Idaho legislators couldn’t wait to get out of Boise. Can’t blame them, but you can wish they’d done a judicial refresher before blasting off.

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Janell Rae Marts Jones, 73

Teachers invited to Wallace Stegner institute

Idaho teachers of all grades and disciplines are invited to apply to attend the Idaho Humanities Council's 2017 weeklong summer institute exploring the theme "Wallace Stegner and the Consciousness of Place."

Not the start some had in mind

It’s understandable why some athletic directors might be losing a little bit of sleep.

HEALTH CARE: Starts with you

How feasible is it for any country to offer its citizens the right to health care when those citizens do not take very good care of their own health and well-being? Maybe our own struggling systems should prorate the cost of coverage with the individuals’ own personal health concerns? Smoke — pay more. Obese — pay more. Slim and fit — pay less. Perhaps we could afford to provide health care to a country doing its best to be healthy.

KUDOS: Great job, voters

I want to thank all of the citizens who took the time and trouble to go to the polls to vote for all of our school districts’ operational levies and capital bonds.

DISDAIN: The people's enemy

Responding to a few letters that have appeared lately. Disdain is running high, sadly, without giving the newly elected and struggling representatives a reasonable amount of time to fulfill the promises and reverse the spiral we were in.

Surprising secret weapon in retirement

Osteoporosis: What women need to know

Osteoporosis can cause bones to become weak and brittle.

Fatigue fix

Many people are fatigued. They’re sick and tired of being sick and tired and need help. There is a fix to your fatigue, but first, we need to identify where it comes from.

Storage unit standoff ends with arrest

By BRIAN WALKER

Man sought on 65 felony warrants

The North Idaho Violent Crimes Task Force is seeking information leading to the apprehension of David Trever Perry.

Press still unfair to GOP

We all have been hearing about the press being unfair to the Republicans. Well this paper is no different.

LOSS: Nothing to cheer about

We are the proud parents of an awesome 22-year-old daughter with Down syndrome (special needs). Crystal has grown and matured with the support of this wonderful community, outstanding programs like Specialized Needs Recreation, Special Olympics and the truly amazing volunteers in both of these programs. Crystal has competed in many sports over the past 10 years, alpine skiing and swimming, just to name a few. We could go on and on about all the support and acceptance she has received.

A friendly reminder to make half your grains whole!

The 2015 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend half the grains you eat be whole grains. What is a whole grain? Whole grains contain all three parts of a kernel — the bran, germ, and endosperm. The refining process generally removes the bran and the germ, leaving the endosperm. According to the Whole Grains Council, without the bran and germ, nearly one quarter of the grain’s protein is lost and at least seventeen key nutrients are greatly reduced.

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Howard R. Smith, 84

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'It just keeps coming'

By BRIAN WALKER

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THANKS: From grateful Lakeland

The entire staff of the Lakeland Joint School District would like to thank our community for supporting both of our levy ballots last week. Your vote of confidence allows us to continue down the road of academic excellence, while offering programs and opportunities to ensure success for all students. We value your trust and ensure our patrons will be kept informed, with transparent and consistent communication. Thank you again for your support.

Turn the spigot off…

We have covered the water conditions in California and other parts of the west from time to time over the past couple of years as so much attention has been focused on the “drought” in California. Wine consumers have been concerned and curious about how the wine grape crop in the appellations of the Western US have fared with all the dire stories of water shortages primarily across California.

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Human remains found near Heyburn Park, believed to be woman missing since 2015

PLUMMER- The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office and the Benewah County Sheriff’s Office believe they have located the remains of Jacquelyn D. Grider, who has been missing since June 1, 2015.

Legals March 21, 2017

Advanced Storage Center will sell at public sell the stored goods of the tenants listed below on the dates, location and times shown. Thursday March 23, 2017 Time 10:00 Am 6215 N Government Way Cda,Id 83835 Vicky Marshall 2428 E Upper Hayden Lake dr Hayden, Id 83835 mics house hold Kyle Ashton 1962 Ridgemont Ave Hayden id 83835 Household/Misc. Roberta Kinley po box 936 CDA, Id 83815 appliances LEGAL 7217 MAR 14, 21, 2017

Healthier together

A new joint steering committee formed by Kootenai Health and Heritage Health is expected to provide a world of opportunities for both care providers.

Zags: A call, a press, a 3-ball

There’s plenty of chatter about Gonzaga this week, so we might as well join the party.

Chip Shots

Cd’A GC Ladies 9-hole league

Remembering the 'Nat'

Spokane’s Natatorium Park will be featured during this week’s Inland Northwest Milestones program, sponsored by the North Idaho Museum and Coeur d’Alene Public Library.

Private school planned for former Crossroads site

By BRIAN WALKER

Warriors in title game

BILLINGS, Mont. — Former Post Falls High standout Brooke Litalien scored 13 points and had three assists and the Lewis-Clark Warriors built an early lead and finished strong for a 65-41 win Monday night over the Vanguard Lions of Costa Mesa, Calif., in a semifinal game of the NAIA tournament at Rimrock Auto Arena.

Man suspected of tossing screws in PFPD driveway

By BRIAN WALKER

Amazon tax pact helps Idaho, retailers

COEUR d’ALENE — An announcement that one of the world’s largest online retailers will begin charging sales tax to Idaho customers is being hailed locally as a big win for Main Street.

Basics of bail - and justice

Sometimes law and the appearance of justice feel like two different things, perhaps even diametrically opposed. Those working within the justice system occasionally feel that way, so it’s understandable when others feel as outraged as they’ve expressed lately in this newspaper. Case in point: violent crime, heartbreaking consequences, and ostensibly low bail.

Harrison hit hard by flooding

HARRISON — With the Coeur d’Alene River running into Lake Coeur d’Alene at Harrison, it’s not surprising the little lakefront city is taking on water right now.

LC girls, Post Falls boys win at Lewiston Invite

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Diane Luella Dowers, 88

Not your usual shore wash-up

COEUR d’ALENE — Either God rolled a one or rising flood waters cast a giant die into Lake Coeur d'Alene last week.

Union condemns mine vandalism

An ore car sign marking the entrance to Hecla’s Lucky Friday Mine in Mullan was vandalized over the weekend.

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Edgar Bradbury, 85

Subdivision plan near airport earns panel's recommendation

By BRIAN WALKER

Records

DIVORCES FILED

Do you know this man?

Do you recognize the man in this photo?

WATCH: A river thunders through it

With spring runoff and recent rains, the region's rivers, creeks and lakes are rising.

Giant die removed from downtown lakeshore

COEUR d’ALENE — The rising flood waters cast something mysterious into Lake Coeur d’Alene this weekend.

Lakes the latest flood battleground

Sand is becoming a hot commodity in Kootenai County as rivers swell and lake levels rise. Hayden Lake has breached the dike near Honeysuckle Beach and Lake Coeur d’Alene is at flood level.

Warrants

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

Still lots of snow in North Idaho mountains

At 3:28 a.m. this morning, spring arrived as we say so long to one of the toughest winters in recent memory. No one will argue that it’s been cold, wet and snowy. We’ve had two months with record-breaking precipitation, October of 2016 and February.

Civil War rations were no picnic

By BETHANY BLITZ

Hayden's booming, but city income lags

HAYDEN — Like a child growing too fast for his clothes, Hayden's roads and public safety can't keep up with the city's increased traffic and rapid expansion.

Caudle proud of her Coeur d'Alene roots

Trina Caudle’s family has been in Coeur d’Alene for five generations.

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Celebrating graduations: LIFE of the PARTY

Rates may exacerbate the inventory problem

By now you all know the Fed has increased the interest rates it charges banks to borrow. That increase has already impacted mortgage loans, but there is another impact that is sure to perplex would-be homebuyers. As rates near 4.5 percent, monthly payments will increase slightly over the payments at 4.25 percent. The difference on a 30-year loan of $250,000 with a 3 percent down payment will be about $36 — or about six lattes a month. Although some young people are perceiving the rate as unusually high — which it is if they started looking for homes a year ago — and finding it compelling to accelerate their search, they may find even fewer homes to choose from.

When you give of yourself, you gain

Volunteers, you inspire us.

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ANNIVERSARIES

Losing isn't everything

UCLA football coach Red Sanders once said, “Winning isn’t everything; it’s the only thing.”

Another hotel planned for Riverstone

A new Staybridge Suites hotel is proposed for the vacant 1.73 acres between McDonald’s and Starbucks in Riverstone.

Is spring really here?

I enjoyed painting these “denim” flowerpots. Projects like these make it a bit easier to pass the time while waiting for spring to actually arrive. March 20, on the calendar, is heralded as the official first day of spring but there are no guarantees that it will actually show up then. Keep your fingers crossed.

Gearing for golf

Yes, many neighborhoods still have snow on the ground. Yes, another blizzard could blow through North Idaho at any time between now and mid-June. But we saw some sunshine and 50-degree temperatures this week, and that’s enough for some to dust off the sticks.

INFRASTRUCTURE: Full speed ahead

One of the many controversial plans of the Trump Administration is to spend trillions on infrastructure, which critics say will increase our national debt.

DOG PARK: Responsibility missing

I recently visited the dog park near Cherry Hill. I remember it as being a clean, pleasant place to take my dog. The park is a literal cesspool. At the first gate there is about 8 inches of standing water. Walking along the perimeter of the park, it is solid feces. As a dog owner, I understand the occasional dog owner who doesn’t see their dog. But this is absolutely not the case. You simply cannot walk anywhere without stepping on poo unless you walk on the ice.

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Esther Keevy (Conrad), 78

Kramer Hall of Fame push picking up steam

If nothing else, we’ve held the NFL Hall of Fame voters’ feet to the fire a little, and hopefully they might take a look in the mirror and ask themselves why Green Bay Packers legend Jerry Kramer does not have his bust in their hallowed halls.

Post Falls goes extras, beats Kennewick on late error

KENNEWICK, Wash. — Jacob Rutherford had two RBIs and three runs scored for the Post Falls Trojans in a 12-11 extra inning over the Kamiakin Braves in a nonleague game on Saturday afternoon.

Zufelt, Beamer power Lake City in Richland mixer

RICHLAND, Wash. — Olivia Zufelt went 3 for 3 with three RBIs and three runs scored as the Lake City Timberwolves powered past the Kennewick Lions 13-1 in the Richland mixer on Saturday afternoon at Richland High.

Sleep's worst enemy

You can’t beat the fun of tossing M&M’s into Grandpa’s mouth.

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Raymond ‘Ray’ Lee Dyck, 97

Post Falls girls, Leonard, Magee shine at Sweeney

LEWISTON — Melody Kempton won in both the triple jump and high jump for the Post Falls girls, who claimed the team championship at the season-opening Sweeney Invitational on Saturday in Lewiston.

STRIKE: Support the miners

Steve Gregory and I, of Sunwood’s Cowboy Bar-B-Q, did our good deed for the day by providing lunch for many of the miners working the picket line at the Lucky Friday Mine. Being solid union guys, Steve and I had to show our support for these folks who have worked so hard at the mine to provide for their families. At the last contract the miners negotiated in good faith to obtain a higher wage and a few additional benefits, and now Hecla wants to go backward by cutting as much as they can while they are having huge profits.

LUXURY: Remember poor, too

For some time I have been concerned about the trend to fill every available building space in the downtown area with “luxury” high end and expensive condos and apartments. Think Shady Pines replacement and the proposed structure at Eighth and Front.

MINE: The human cost

I have been reading articles that have statements from Phil Baker and Luke Russell, and I keep seeing them mentioning how the Lucky Friday Mine is Hecla’s “highest cost mine.” After reading this over and over again, it has got me thinking about the cost of running the Lucky Friday.

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Shirley Faye Brindel, 81

A spell of a day

By BETHANY BLITZ

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William Sutherland Crane, 80

THANKFUL: To be free

Last week, while I was waiting for my little angel to be out of the operating room, in prayer and deep subconscious experience, I realized that the number of people who die because of the religions in the world are well beyond and far exceed the number of people who die from cancer, and we are still fighting for a cure for cancer.

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Roland Craft, 87

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Joanne Kathleen Haugen, 81

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Kenneth Robert Jungjohann, 92

AHCA: No deal, GOP

I am covered by Medicare and Medicare Advantage, so I am not affected by this AHCA unless you also start playing with Medicare. However, I paid attention to this GOP proposal on how it might affect the general public. I must say that it puzzles me how the less educated public can understand this confusing act. I graduated with an MBA from the University of Chicago and I can perfectly understand what is going on: The old GOP approach of taking from the poor and giving to the rich is only part of it. Here I don’t even want to bother you by pointing out other obvious shortcomings like voluntary insurance coverage.

Friends, family remember Kelly Pease

By BETHANY BLITZ

Legals March 18, 2017

SUMMONS FOR PUBLICATION ON COMPLAINT FOR JUDICIAL FORECLOSURE AND DECLARATORY RELIEF Case No. CV-2017-0001438 IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF THE STATE OF IDAHO, IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF KOOTENAI WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., Plaintiff, v. FRED W. HARRIS; THE UNKNOWN HEIRS, ASSIGNS AND DEVISEES OF DOROTHY A. HARRIS; AND DOES 1 THROUGH 20, INCLUSIVE, including all parties with an interest in and/or residing in real property commonly known as, 30570 N. Alice Ct, Athol, ID 83801 , and legally described as: LOT 17 IN BLOCK 3 OF NORTHERN MEADOWS PHASE II, ACCORDING TO THE OFFICIAL PLAT THEREOF, FILED IN BOOK G OF PLATS AT PAGE(S) 174 AND 174A, RECORDS OF KOOTEANI COUNTY, IDAHO, Defendants. TO: DEFENDANTS THE UNKNOWN HEIRS, ASSIGNS AND DEVISEES OF DOROTHY A. HARRIS and DOES 1 through 20, inclusive, including all parties with an interest in and/or residing in real property commonly known as 30570 N. Alice Ct, Athol, ID 83801: You have been sued by WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., the Plaintiff, in the District Court in and for the County of Kootenai, Idaho, Case No. CV-2017-0001438. The nature of the claim against you is an action for declaratory relief and judicial foreclosure of the real property currently known as 30570 N. Alice Ct, Athol, ID 83801 and legally described as LOT 17 IN BLOCK 3 OF NORTHERN MEADOWS PHASE II, ACCORDING TO THE OFFICIAL PLAT THEREOF, FILED IN BOOK G OF PLATS AT PAGE(S) 174 AND 174A, RECORDS OF KOOTEANI COUNTY, IDAHO. Any time after 20 days following the last publication of this summons, the court may enter a judgment against you without further notice, unless prior to that time you have filed a written response in the proper form, including the Case Number and paid any required filing fee to the Clerk of the Court at 451 Government Way, P.O. Box 9000, Coeur d'Alene, Idaho 83816, (208) 446-1108, and serve a copy of your response on the Plaintiff's attorney, Sydney K. Leavitt, at ALDRIDGE PITE, LLP, 13125 W. Persimmon Ln., Ste. 150, Boise, ID 83713. A copy of the Summons and Complaint can be obtained by contacting either the Clerk of the Court or the attorney for Plaintiff. If you wish for legal assistance, you should immediately retain an attorney to advise you in this matter. Dated this 6_day of March, 2017. JIM BRANNON CLERK OF THE DISTRICT COURT By: /S/ Susan McCoy DEPUTY LEGAL 7261 MAR 18, 25, 2017 APR 1, 8, 2017

Reasonable, but tough

By MAUREEN DOLAN

Health: Learn by watching

Health and Wellness presentations and documentaries are something I am always looking for to improve my knowledge around health topics. In my opinion, one of the best ways to really understand a topic related to health and wellness is to listen to someone’s presentation or watch a great documentary. Listening to talks on these subjects, at least for me, gives a little wider understanding than from reading technical textbooks or lengthy articles.

Bots built of bricks

The Bot Cave has been found underneath a Coeur d’Alene home. Not the Bat Cave, the Bot Cave — the headquarters for the Xanterra First Lego League team.

Sheriff's Log

The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office received 96 calls for service between 6 a.m. Thursday, March 16, and 5:59 a.m. Friday, March 17.

Frontier therapy

By BETHANY BLITZ

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Gordon F. Givens, 80

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Abductor seeks - and fails - to get lesser sentence

After being kidnapped, bound and beaten, a 25-year-old Spokane woman was found wandering Highway 53 near Rathdrum in November 2015, her eyes still covered with duct tape.

WSU returns some hospitality to alum

It's been 47 years since Jerry Jaeger was selected as the Most Inspirational Student of his graduating class at Washington State University.

Cards get split in opener

ONTARIO, Ore. — Jamie Yurick, Natalie Schwab and Megan Carver drove in three runs each for North Idaho College in a 10-6 win against the Treasure Valley Chukers in the Northwest Athletic Conference East Region opener for both teams on Friday.

Potholes, begone!

By BRIAN WALKER

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Randolph Paul Glass, 73

Tall poppies: Cheer 'em, don't cut 'em down

What do business gurus Tom Peters, Peter Drucker and GE-fame Jack Welsh have in common?

His joy of cooking

By DEVIN HEILMAN

Movers and shakers

Professionals Serving

Post Falls gets split against Chiawana

- BASEBALL

And the candidates are …

There are a lot of school board seats up for election in May in Kootenai County, and only one seat has a contested race. Another seat doesn’t have any candidates running.

A little luck for some locals with hoop ties

With a little luck, some locals could get the opportunity to celebrate some success at the national level, whether that be the NAIA or NJCAA level in the coming days.

Getting a (weighted) leg up

By JERRY HITCHCOCK

Legals March 17, 2017

STORAGE AUCTION NOTICE Notice is hereby given, pursuant to Idaho code 45-805, that on March 25, 2017 a PUBLIC AUCTION shall be held (to satisfy liens, recover unpaid rents and other charges) entire contents of Space A34 belonging to Misty Covington last known address 120 N. Willow Rd. Spokane Valley, WA 99206. Amount owing is $215 for three months past rent and late fees. Contents: Household Sealed bids between 9:00 AM and 4:30PM on March 25, 2017. At A1 SELF STORAGE 20863 West Highway 53 Rathdrum ID. (208) 818-6165 (208)687-0145. LEGAL 7254 MAR 17, 24, 2017

Trojans double up to get past Rogers

- TENNIS

A brilliant idea for pedestrians

The city of Coeur d’Alene was awarded $78,000 to place flashing crosswalk signs at seven locations throughout the community.

See the world from here

By BETHANY BLITZ

Sign up now for Spring Dash

The 35th annual United Way of North Idaho Spring Dash will be Sunday, April 23, at McEuen Park.

CATHOLIC: Attacks old news

A very interesting letter from Arnie Anton in the March 12 issue of the Coeur d’Alene Press. Mr. Anton is in serious need of some education.

Malek, Amador to host town hall forum

District 4 State Reps. Luke Malek and Paul Amador are hosting a town hall forum Saturday with constituents in Coeur d’Alene. The meeting will take place at 9 a.m. at the North Idaho College Meyer Health and Science Building, Room 106.

HEALTH: Yep, it's complicated

Trump: “Nobody Knew Health Care Could Be So Complicated.” Certainly, when someone who is as well educated and intelligent as Trump makes such a statement, we should be alarmed. Obviously, it’s true because only 60+ countries around the world have had FREE or nearly FREE health care for its citizens for varying years beginning back in the ’50s. Obviously an ineffective, complicated, failed system they haven’t figured out how to dump in some 60+ years.

Sheriff's Log

The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office received 154 calls for service between 6 a.m. Tuesday, March 14, and 5:59 a.m. Thursday, March 16.

Yes, some teachers are overpaid

Ron Nate has a long way to go to catch up with Frank Drebin.

FENCE: An expensive statement

A recent letter pointed out that the “wall” on our southern border will be only a “statement.” I agree with that idea, and I think that is precisely Mr. Trump’s purpose. A statement.

Safe sleep is No. 1 priority

Letting baby sleep in a cardboard box might be fine in Finland, but local infant sleep experts are hesitant to embrace this trend.

MARRIAGE: Religion unhitched

The following remarks are not in support of The Hitching Post specifically, but to the position that the Christian must violate Biblical teachings and requirements in order to accommodate the desires of the Pagan society we find ourselves in! The Bible makes homosexual activities abominations to God. There are many instances where God punished his people severely for straying from His teachings and requirements to participate in societies Pagan hedonistic practices.

Fun monsters, blah humans clash on 'Skull Island'

The first appearance of King Kong in “Kong Skull Island” happens only a couple minutes into the opening scene. From there, the iconic movie monster makes the most of his frequent reappearances. Everything about the great ape works — his appearance, his personality and especially his ability to squash a helicopter with a single fist.

DOGS: Waste not, owners

Dog Owners who use the local dog parks: Why are you not picking up the waste of your dog during the winter months? If we do not clean up after our dogs, we may lose the use of the park. Dogs like to run and they need to have a clean place to run and roll, do you want your dog to come home after rolling in waste? It is just the few lazy people who could ruin it for the rest of us.

AHCA: Bad for seniors

Lawmakers in Washington, D.C., are considering a bill that would drive up health care costs by thousands of dollars a year for Americans ages 50-64. This onerous “age tax” threatens to cut people’s access to care at a time of life when it is increasingly needed.

Kootenai County Sheriff's Office honors its best

COEUR d'ALENE — Kootenai County sheriff's Deputy Jonathan Traw didn't have a moment to think.

Run for 271 school fundraiser set for June

The sixth-annual Run For 271, a nonprofit event that serves schools in the Coeur d’Alene community, will be held Saturday, June 3, at McEuen Park.

It's a disaster

By BRIAN WALKER

NW Sacred Music Chorale presents Handel's 'Messiah'

The Northwest Sacred Music Chorale will present Parts II and III of Georg Friedrich Handel’s “Messiah” during Lent this Easter season. The work will be performed with full orchestra, 60-voice chorus and guest soloists Amy Porter, soprano; Amanda Rood, mezzo soprano; Charles Sorensson, tenor and Joshua Vander Plaats, bass.

Canadian compassion takes center stage

NEW YORK — Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau — along with first daughter Ivanka Trump as a guest — welcomed a new Broadway musical that celebrates Canadian compassion and openness to international travelers following the Sept. 11 attacks.

WORD: It's just offensive

As a citizen of Coeur d’Alene, the state of Idaho and the United States of America, I believe that everyone can participate in the dialogue that helps each of us to understand others. I also read Mr. Kerwin’s letter of March 3. It was offensive to me that he can make statements of disrespect toward our citizens with words such as “libtard.” I appreciate and respect his right to express himself. On the other hand, since we are supposed to be in civil dialogue, may I offer to him that he find another way to express his feelings with words that do not degrade another human being or a group of them.

LAKE: A bleak outlook

Having read the unreferenced opinions of Ed Javorka’s less than optimistic view of Lake Coeur d’Alene’s future in his March 11 My Turn, I came to the conclusion that I needed to see if there was information on the internet that could pull me back off “the ledge” — my .357 being unnecessarily messy.

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Just in time, voters deliver good news

After a week in which the news has ranged from disappointing to heartbreaking, we needed a lift.

The power of respect

COEUR d'ALENE — An American nun in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition will visit North Idaho College in early April to share her wisdom about respect.

LIQUOR: License changes needed

I definitely do not agree with Dave Pulis’ March 10 letter regarding the Liquor License Reform Plan. First of all, this is not about big business trying to influence law, this is more likely about small business owners and operators trying to compete or start a business in an extremely competitive market and disadvantageous system. If the current price of a liquor license negotiated by its owner is $300,000, that may be its market value in our current system, but anywhere else that would be called extortion. Big businesses may be able to afford that, although they know they’re being ripped off, but they know it’s a necessary cost of doing business. But small business owners cannot afford that, so they can’t compete with big business.

WORD: Writer defends use

Shanna V. Bublitz’s recent diatribe about the use of a word “Libitard” really uses many of the talking points of the political correctness police. The word LIBITARD, pronounced LIB IT T.A.R.D. We all know what it is to be liberal (progressive, socialist, communist, etc.)! For me the TARD portion of Libitard means TRUMP ACCEPTION REJECTION DISORDER! Retard means to impede; to delay academic progress by failure to promote! That is what the left does, fails to promote.

Spring Craft and Garden Show Saturday at LCHS

Lake City High School’s Spring Craft and Garden Show takes place this weekend in Coeur d’Alene.

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William ‘Frank’ Wilson, 71

AHCA: A new nickname

Only the Republicans could be proud of replacing ObamaCare… with DonaldDoesn’tCare!

May announces run for school board seat

Lisa May announced her candidacy for a position on the Coeur d’Alene School District Board of Trustees.

People's court convicts judges

COEUR d'ALENE — Were Kootenai County judges too lenient with accused killer and domestic abuser Steven Denson?

MEDICAL: Walk the talk

Could it not be any simpler? Have ALL our politicians forfeit ALL their medical benefits immediately. Stop all the talking and gesturing. Since they are all elected by we the people, then it is time they started taking care of WE THE PEOPLE. Start by writing a medical program for all Americans. That means the politicians participate in the exact same programs they give to us. Nothing more, nothing less. Do you think they would screw themselves?

Records

DIVORCES GRANTED

Northwest Notes

Football officals’

Legals March 16, 2017

On March 6, 2017 Coeur d'Alene School District 271 entered into a contract with Sequel Alliance Family Services, LLC in the amount of $21,000 for special education services. LEGAL 7228 MAR 16, 2017

Falconry, a historic sport

Master Falconer Scott Dinger will present an inside look at raptors this weekend at the Community Library Network at Post Falls.

YAHOO: Little help, please

Customer service is a thing of the past within some businesses. I have not been able to open my email through Yahoo. I have attempted to correct the problem online to no avail. I have tried calling every number I can find to speak to a live person with no luck. I did call (408) 349-3300 and this is the conversation that I had with the woman representing Yahoo.

The bluebirds are coming; help them find homes

Two species of bluebirds live in Idaho, the western bluebird and the mountain bluebird. Mountain bluebirds are larger and more brilliantly colored than western bluebirds. Both are beautiful, and are slightly smaller in size than robins. The mountain bluebird is the official Idaho State Bird.

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Betty L. Chandler, 87

Seven27 condos planned for downtown

COEUR d’ALENE — Those who move into a planned, seven-story condominium development in downtown Coeur d’Alene won’t ever forget their address.

Bowling scores

Spectrum complaints escalate; some woes resolved

Complaints about Spectrum have run — well, pretty much the entire spectrum.

TRUMP: Already, lots done

It has been eight weeks — protesters are in the streets screaming hate — liberals are having a cat fit — the world is coming to an end — but why!? Because President Trump is doing something that most politicians have never done. Golly, he is keeping his campaign promises.

State should recognize, encourage high achievers

As juniors in high school, we are concerned about our future. Since we have started high school, we have taken on challenging classes in an effort to prepare ourselves for higher education. We all started taking high school level classes in middle school in preparation to take college classes that we are currently enrolled in as high school students.

At College

Caelyn Orlandi

City crews pruning trees

Coeur d’Alene Parks and Recreation crews are pruning trees along some city streets in preparation for this summer's street surface overlay work.

GOP: An unhealthy plan

The GOP health care proposal reduces the amounts Idahoans can deduct for insurance to between $1,500 and $3,000 per year, too little for even a bare bones policy. And since health insurance costs more in rural areas, the GOP plan hits Idahoans especially hard. We would be unable to afford coverage.

Home, sweet home

By DEVIN HEILMAN

Get your Irish straight

At best, it’s misplaced love for all things Irish.

PLAN: GOP handling right

It’s almost amusing to watch the media and the Democrats spending so much time mocking Republican in-fighting over what the new health plan should look like. So here’s your choice:

Car removed from lake

By BRIAN WALKER

Leader leaving Safe Passage

COEUR d’ALENE — In the past three years, Safe Passage Violence Prevention Center has experienced an increase in growth, visibility and programming to help victims of domestic and sexual abuse.

Slide shuts down Highway 5

PLUMMER — Highway 5 between Plummer and St. Maries is on the move.

HEALTH: Digesting TACO Act

Our U.S. Congress should start right now on a repeal and replacement of the American Health Care Act (AHCA). Call the replacement the Trump Actually Cares Outré Act (TACO Act), designed to actually provide affordable health care to more Americans than our current ACA. Several of the major components of the TACO Act could be: mandatory participation by all 50 states in Medicaid expansion; allow drug price negotiation for all government health programs; and allow for the current ACA health care insurance subsidies to slide up higher into the middle class.

Movers and shakers

Wise named program director at Community United Methodist

SCHOOL: Stellar praise

Betty Kiefer Elementary School is an A+ school in Rathdrum. Betty Kiefer is a school for kindergarten through sixth-grade students. If your child is looking for a new school, Betty Kiefer is a good recommendation for you.

TICKET: Hard winter harder

I live on a downtown residential street. I park in front of my home. This winter has been hard, as we all know.

Idaho gets big bang for gun buck

State ranks fifth in nation for depending economically on arms industry

Explore 'Winter Birding' with NIC at Sandpoint

Join outdoor education specialist and field ornithologist Brian Baxter for the Winter Birding class Saturday, March 18, at North Idaho College at Sandpoint, located at 102 S. Euclid.

iSucceed virtual high school plans orientation

iSucceed Virtual High School, a tuition-free online high school available to all ninth- through 12th-grade students in Idaho, is hosting an orientation session in Coeur d’Alene on Saturday, March 25, from 10 a.m. to noon.

New West not quite like the Old West

It has been astutely pointed out that the top two seeds in the West Regional of this year’s NCAA men’s basketball tournament are actually western teams, for the first time since 1991.

Car pulled from lake

COEUR d'ALENE — A newer black Audi car was pulled from Lake Coeur d'Alene this morning at the Third Street docks.

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Timothy Boal, 54

Legals March 15, 2017

File No.: 344273 Customer Ref No. 37646423 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE On June 30, 2017 at the hour of 10:30AM, of said day, in the office of Alliance Title & Escrow Corp. located at 2157 N. Main St., Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814. Alliance Title & Escrow Corp., as trustee, will sell at public auction, to the highest bidder, for cash, cashier's check, certified check or teller's check, (from a bank which has a branch in the community at the site of the sale), money order, State of Idaho check or local government check, or cash equivalent in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the same time of sale, the following described real property, situated in the County of Kootenai, State of Idaho, and described as follows, to wit: Lot 12, Block 3, Greenside Vistas, according to the plat recorded in the office of the County Recorder in Book J of Plats at page 310, records of Kootenai County, Idaho. THE TRUSTEE HAS NO KNOWLEDGE OF A MORE PARTICULAR DESCRIPTION OF THE ABOVE-DESCRIBED REAL PROPERTY, BUT FOR PURPOSES OF COMPLIANCE WITH IDAHO CODE, SECTION 60-113, THE TRUSTEE HAS BEEN INFORMED THAT THE STREET ADDRESS OF: 3940 N Maxfli Lane, Post Falls, ID 83854, MAY SOMETIMES BE ASSOCIATED WITH SAID REAL PROPERTY. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty regarding title, possession or encumbrances to satisfy the obligation secured by and pursuant to the power of sale conferred in the deed of trust executed by Melvin Haakinson and Janice Haakinson husband and wife, as Grantor to Alliance Title & Escrow Corp., as Trustee, for the benefit and security of The United States of America, acting through the Rural Housing Service or successor agency, United States Department of Agriculture (formerly Farmers Home Administration or Rural Economic & Community Development) as Beneficiary, recorded September 30, 2009 as Instrument No. 2234328000, Mortgage records of Kootenai County, Idaho. THE ABOVE GRANTORS ARE NAMED TO COMPLY WITH SECTION 45-1506(4)(a), IDAHO CODE. NO REPRESENTATION IS MADE THAT THEY ARE, OR ARE NOT, PRESENTLY RESPONSIBLE FOR THIS OBLIGATION. The default for which this sale is to be made is failure to: Make principal and interest payments as set forth on said Deed of Trust and Promissory Note. The original loan amount was $167,400.00 together with interest thereon at the rate of 5% per annum, as evidenced in Promissory Note dated September 30, 2009. Payments are in default for the months of January 2016 through and including January 2017 in the amount of $640.28 per month and continuing each and every month thereafter until date of sale or reinstatement. The balance now due is: $152,087.10 in principal; $8,500.23 in interest; $25,456.68 in subsidy granted; and $1,296.25 in fees, currently assessed and computed through February 8, 2017, with interest accruing thereafter at the daily rate of $20.9153. In addition to the above, there is also due any late charges, advances, escrow collection fees, attorney fees, fees or costs associated with this foreclosure. The balance owing as of this date on the obligation secured by said deed of trust is $177,543.78, excluding interest, costs and expenses actually incurred in enforcing the obligations thereunder or in this sale, as trustee's fees and/or reasonable attorney's fees as authorized in the promissory note secured by the aforementioned Deed of Trust. Dated: February 27, 2017 Alliance Title & Escrow Corp. By: Erica Braun, Trust Officer Phone: (877) 947-1553 This communication is on behalf of a debt collector and is an attempt to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. LEGAL 7171 March 8, 15, 22, 29, 2017

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Roy Fredrick Wargi, 96

Spring cleaning your kitchen cupboard

As we head into early spring, March is the perfect opportunity to clean out your kitchen cupboards and start fresh by stocking your shelves with a vibrant selection of wholesome foods. If you are one of those people that aim to eat healthier but fall into the mid-week “rut” of not knowing what to make for dinner or pack for lunch, then check out the following suggestions below to get started:

SHOOTING: Evil = no bond

All too often we read about or witness a violent crime committed by a person with a history of violent crimes. These people often have been released from jail by posting a bond. We need to realize that many of these felons continue their evil ways, putting the public at risk.

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Post Falls levy passes by large margin

POST FALLS — Voters in the Post Falls School District on Tuesday approved a supplemental levy for $4.955 million per year for two years.

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Sheriff's Log

The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office received 503 calls for service between 6 a.m. Friday, March 10, and 5:59 a.m. Tuesday, March 14.

Oncology and physical therapy care

The role of rehabilitation and specifically, physical therapy rehabilitation, during cancer care is often not understood. The patient has so much they are facing each day, that the last thing they want to do is go to one more appointment. However, physical therapy, occupational therapy or speech therapy are life changing when it comes to preventing long-term physical impairments and overall well-being during oncology care.

Select soccer, and more

SELECT SOCCER

Divorce mistakes: Part 2

Continuing our theme of common divorce mistakes we addressed not knowing the value of what you (currently) have. The second most often made mistake I encounter in my nearly 20 years of practice, is not knowing the value of what you had.

Alternative treatment for ear infections

Almost 35 percent of all pediatric visits are for ear problems — about 10 million cases per year involve ear infections (otitis media). Otitis media is caused either by bacteria, or a virus which is often associated with a cold. Many children suffer with ear infections year after year, and many are at grave risk of suffering permanent hearing loss, as well as other developmental problems.

Coeur d'Alene tops Mead in soggy opener

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Strike will hurt all of Silver Valley

United Steelworkers Union Local 5114 unanimously rejected Hecla Mining Company’s last and best offer. When Hecla went ahead Monday and implemented the wage and benefit changes it had offered, the workers struck.

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Dorothy Madelaine MacPhee, 95

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Douglas A. Reed, 74

Take the time to get it right

COEUR d’ALENE — The number of people without health insurance could reach the tens of millions in just a few years if a Republican plan to replace the Affordable Care Act is implemented, according to the Congressional Budget Office.

Flood worries rising

By BRIAN WALKER

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Not quite the premium players

Imagine being a kid and going grocery shopping with your mom.

March Madness, missed work - and money

By STEVE CAMERON

A heart for others

COEUR d’ALENE — The night before a patient was to have brain surgery, nurse Lisa Rubinsky stayed up with him to let him know things would be OK.

Lakeland voters approve two levies

The Lakeland Joint School District felt its community’s support Tuesday as voters approved its two proposed levies.

Kootenai, Plummer-Worley approve school levies

Kootenai and Plummer-Worley school district voters approved supplemental levy requests by wide margins on Tuesday.

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Habitat to host Hearts for Home

COEUR d'ALENE — Habitat for Humanity of North Idaho is holding its eighth annual Hearts for Home Dinner and Auction Friday, March 24.

After an auto accident

Most people do not realize that even a minor car accident can lead to soft tissue injuries (such as muscle strains, ligament sprains, bruising, edema, muscle/ligament tears etc.) If left untreated, this can lead to chronic pain, altered posture, and arthritis. Any type of trauma, no matter how big or small, takes a toll on the body. After an auto accident, it's important to make a visit to a chiropractor among your top priorities. By seeing a chiropractor right away, you can be thoroughly evaluated to determine exactly which health problems you may have from the accident.

CDA: An 'oe' suggestion

To the noble residents of Cœur d’Alene,

TRUCKS: A weighty matter

A front-page article by Brian Walker on March 6 caught my attention. It seems the trucking industry has requested weight limit increase from 105,000 to 129,000 pounds, nearly 12 additional tons for the 167-mile route on U.S. 95 from Canada to Latah County.

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Coeur d'Alene bond, levy easily approved

The Coeur d’Alene School District received overwhelming support from the community Tuesday as both the district’s levy and bond proposals passed with flying colors.

Why autoimmune?

Some autoimmune diseases seem to come on suddenly, and without notice, while others are almost predictable. You can have an autoimmune response to many organs in the body: the brain, eyes, mouth, parotid, spinal cord, esophagus, thyroid, lungs, heart, blood and blood vessels, liver, stomach, kidneys, large Intestines, small intestines, pancreas, uterus, ovaries, vagina, prostate, nerves, joints and skin. I’m sure there are others, but you get the point.

Denson had troubled history with ex-wives

COEUR d'ALENE — Kelly Pease wasn't the first woman to seek protection from Steven Denson, the man accused of killing the 37-year-old nursing student last week before ending his own life.

POLITICS: Liberals still slinging

In reading the letter from Geri Douglas, I was surprised to read that a former military wife has access to the classified mission reports of the death of a Navy Seal, and the claim of incompetence. There wasn’t any moral outrage over the needless deaths and cover-up in Libya.

A big fat beautiful negotiation

“We’re going to open up the power of the free markets, you’re going to love your insurance, prices will go down and insurance will be better,” well, so said President Trump on Monday 13 March.

SHOOTING: Hold judge accountable

What judge here in Kootenai County released Steven Denson after being arrested for strangling his “fiancé” with a $2,500 bail where he only had to come up with 10 percent to get bailed out? In very simple math, that’s only $250. Anyone can get that amount of money together.

PRESS: Unfair to GOP

I would like to address the letter from Nedda and Kerry Field on March 9. My husband and myself so totally agree with you. The Coeur d’Alene Press seems to be very biased in their reporting of Republicans in general and especially President Trump. This was bad enough during the campaigning, but seems worse since the election. Every day we read an AP story whose reporters find ways to spin their stories to undermine the Republican Party and our president. Before the election, they pandered to Hillary Clinton, Obama and the Democrats and published all sorts of negative stories about the Republicans. We have not seen one single story in this paper for months, if ever, that had anything positive to say about the Republican Party.

Book reviews wanted

COEUR d’ALENE — What are you reading? Do you have a book review you would like to share?

Violent crimes task force seeking Sean Freeze

The North Idaho Violent Crimes Task Force is seeking information leading to the apprehension of Sean Dwight Freeze.

SHOOTING: Throw book at abusers

In agreement with David Hopkins, the murder of Kelly Pease should have never happened. The judge who released Denson on $2,500 should be released of his/her duties. That $2,500 is what the court decided Kelly Pease’s life was worth. Kelly Pease’s five children and many more people are all victims of this court’s decision.

Choosing a wine club

Regardless of where you find yourself in your wine journey you will be offered the chance to join a wine club. Clubs offer many benefits and between those offered by wineries, retailers and even some publications it is likely you will find one that works for you. The question for each consumer is how to pick the right club, granted it is not a lifelong commitment but jumping around between clubs can take some doing so a bit of planning will make it easier.

SENATOR: We're not crazy

Sad, sad day for Coeur d’Alene and North Idaho when our Senator Bob Nonini calls the people of Coeur d’Alene and North Idaho crazy. Bob Nonini, you need to think about your words more clearly before giving a speech. Recently you gave a speech down in Moscow for Invent Idaho at the University of Idaho. You said you had two choices, one being down in Moscow at Invent Idaho or two, to be at a town hall meeting in Coeur d’Alene. You said you would rather be in Moscow because you didn’t want to deal with the crazy people of North Idaho and their crazy people questions.

RUSSIA: Get to the truth

With all of the “Alternative Facts” being presented, one does not really know which facts to believe. We do know that Russia did hack into some of the emails of the DNC, but apparently not the RNC. Interesting! We also know that Russia did leak some of some of that information in such a way that it did influence the presidential election. We do know that Vladimir wanted Donald Trump as president rather than the little old grandmother, Hillary. Why would Vladimir fear a little old grandma, anyway? But on the other hand, do we really know all of this for sure? Therefore, don’t most people feel an independent commission and independent prosecutor would help settle this never-ending imbroglio? It would be to the nation’s benefit to know the real truth.

OBAMA: Not popular here

Del Cameron, at least you got one part of my letter right: Obama is a slime bag! He says that his liberal press (CNN), New York Times love the idiot and majority of Americans do (ha, ha, ha), yeah, yeah, NOT! You must spend all your time with KCTFHR and Rachel Dolezal, their poster girl (fraud) who lied about Nazi and Racist incidents here in Coeur d’Alene, lied, same as the DNC are a bunch of liars.

OPINION: On schools, casinos

Over the years, I have noticed that the states that have the lowest rated schools seem to have the mining companies, and I could not help but wonder if this is on purpose. If a person gets a good enough education that they can make more money other than mining, I am guessing that is what they would choose to do. Could this be why Idaho is rated so low on education?

Everyone deserves a life with no fear

Today Bert and I celebrate our 31st wedding anniversary. Since there’s no silver, diamond or gold associated with marking 31 years I’m declaring it our Baskin Robbins anniversary. Through the years I’ve shared how Bert married me and my three daughters in a giant leap of faith back in 1986. We’ve both been blessed by the union, as have our daughters and now our grandsons.

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Flood warning for the St. Joe and Cd'A river basins

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Seattle District, put its Emergency Operations Center into operation March 13 and has sent teams out to the St. Joe and Coeur d'Alene river basins as rivers continue to rise.

Legals March 14, 2017

Advanced Storage Center will sell at public sell the stored goods of the tenants listed below on the dates, location and times shown. Thursday March 23, 2017 Time 10:00 Am 6215 N Government Way Cda,Id 83835 Vicky Marshall 2428 E Upper Hayden Lake dr Hayden, Id 83835 mics house hold Kyle Ashton 1962 Ridgemont Ave Hayden id 83835 Household/Misc. Roberta Kinley po box 936 CDA, Id 83815 appliances LEGAL 7217 MAR 14, 21, 2017

Lake City girls 2nd at Clarkston Invite

CLARKSTON — Emily Dodge and Kyla Currie each shot 89 to lead the Lake City girls golf team to a second-place finish at the Clarkston Invitational, held at Quail Ridge Country Club on Monday.

Turkey call: Help feather new group's nest

Several years ago a man volunteered at the Community Action Partnership (CAP) Food Bank at Thanksgiving time. He was assigned the job of telling people there were no turkeys to give out. Jim Myers decided to do something to help and he initiated a new nonprofit called Turkeys For All. Since then, there have been plenty of turkeys to hand out, and our less-fortunate friends and neighbors have had a wonderful Thanksgiving dinner because people in this community cared enough to make it happen.

Coeur d'Alene Rotary hosting St. Paddy's Day bash

Paint the Lake City green on St. Patrick’s Day with Coeur d’Alene Rotary.

Lucky Friday miners strike

United Steelworkers (USW) Union local 5114 chapter members who work at Hecla Mining Co.'s Lucky Friday Mine are now on strike.

Divided over subdivision

By BRIAN WALKER

Records shed light on Barbieri's call for less transparency

COEUR d’ALENE — Rep. Vito Barbieri didn’t want to talk about his plan to change Idaho’s public records law to shield most state lawmakers’ communications from public disclosure.

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Tourney field is just too big

I’m pretty sure Dr. James Naismith didn’t have anything quite like this in mind.

EPA as savior? No thank you

According to Ed Javorka as he writes in “My Turn” in Saturday's paper, without the centralized federal oversight, scientific expertise, and dollars from the Environmental Protection Agency, EPA, our beautiful Lake Coeur d'Alene is going to become a hazardous waste dump and all the million-dollar lakeside property owners should go ahead and sell now. President Trump has, “instigated a war against Coeur d'Alene and Kootenai County.”

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Raymond ‘Ray’ Daniel Schultz, 31

Ballot processing is A-OK

COEUR d’ALENE — The DS850 tabulators have been checked and they're ready to process today's ballots.

'Loser pays' may cost too much

A letter to the editor expressed chagrin at the Idaho Legislature’s hesitation to implement a “loser pays” approach to attorney fees in civil lawsuits. Yes, it could discourage certain frivolous filings. Those who might sue “deep pockets” in so-called nuisance suits, betting on a fat settlement check, for example. Or those who sue, or aggressively defend a just accusation, knowing the other side can’t afford to continue.

'You can, if you will'

By ERIC PLUMMER

Pease family extends thanks

The "Kelly's Pease on Earth" Facebook page has been created by Pease's children to honor their mother's legacy and bring awareness to the tragedy that took her from them.

Movers and shakers

Meyers hired to lead Parks Foundation

Schwartz named interim public defender

COEUR d'ALENE — Christopher Schwartz has been named Kootenai County's interim public defender.

Polls open today for school proposals

Polls for supplemental levy proposals in the Coeur d'Alene, Post Falls, Lakeland, Kootenai and Plummer-Worley school districts will be open today from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Hecla: Miners strike in Silver Valley

Hecla Mining Company today reported the United Steelworkers Union Local 5114 went on strike today at the company’s Lucky Friday Mine, located in Mullan.

Suspect sought in armed robbery at Jordan's Grocery

COEUR d'ALENE — A man is being sought following the reported robbery of Jordan's Grocery on 15th Street on Saturday night, according to the Coeur d'Alene Police Department.

A few degrees colder could have meant more record snows

Next Monday, March 20, at 3:28 a.m., the astronomical spring begins. After a very chilly start to March, temperatures are finally warming into the 50s in Coeur d’Alene and surrounding areas. The last time it was 50 degrees was on Nov. 26, 2016. As I mentioned earlier, the average high for March 20, our first day of spring, is 51 degrees in Coeur d’Alene.

Coeur d'Alene man falls in Maui forest, rescued by helicopter

Visiting friends in Hawaii, North Idaho College student Tanner Doerr coveted a helicopter tour of the scenic islands.

Journey to great jobs in the future

This is the last of a two-part series on education and career challenges facing the Millennial generation, as rapid-fire technology advances change the culture and workplace so quickly that there is barely time to make one life-path decision before the entire landscape shifts dramatically once again.

Legals March 13, 2017

On February 28, 2017 Coeur d'Alene School District 271 entered into 5 separate contracts with Sequel Alliance Family Services, LLC in the amounts of $18,200, $21,000, $15,800, $13,700 and $10,200. Also on February 28, 2017 the District entered into a contract with Collaborative Behavior Solutions in the amount of $17,700. All contracts are for Special Education Services. LEGAL 7209 MAR 13, 2017

Swappin' seeds and smiles

COEUR d'ALENE — More diverse than the ample selection at Saturday’s Seed Swap, in its second year, was the demographic of swappers.

Lake City-Chiawana rained out after inning in season opener

PASCO, Wash. — Haley Loffer singled leading off the game and scored on an RBI double by Bailey Cavanagh in the top of the first inning for Lake City, but weather didn’t allow the game to get much further than that.

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Georgena ‘Willie’ Drapeau, 79

HEALTH: A better prescription

Republicans released their long awaited health care plan, and it’s a doozy. Their plan applies their standard “specialty tax credit” strategy to health care. This plan uses the same economic theory that has generated our current “low income” economy and insane level of debt. Create special tax cuts that get passed along to businesses, and then those businesses will do great things for us. That plan hasn’t worked out too well for most of us, has it? The credit is also too small to offset the cost of health care, is blind to need, and you only get it once a year. We pay for insurance each month. How many of us have extra cash to make monthly loans to the government?

New plan for Dingle building

The possibility of a new downtown boutique hotel in the historic Dingle building at 402 E. Sherman Ave. evidently won’t happen.

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Shoshone County finds itself in ranger danger

North Idaho’s counties have a considerable stake in the management of the national forest areas they host. Counties depend on the U.S. Forest Service for multiple important services: Reducing the risk of catastrophic wildfire, fighting wildfires effectively when they inevitably occur, maintaining and enhancing forest health, fostering and developing forest-related economic activity, and insuring forest recreational uses and access. The greater the area covered by national forests in a county, moreover, the more that county will feel these needs.

SENATORS: Now hear this

A group of concerned citizens in North Idaho has been assembling weekly at the offices of U.S. Senators Risch and Crapo. For six weeks, the request has been a simple one — schedule an open meeting in Kootenai County. Questions and concerns regarding this administration’s agenda need to be acknowledged and addressed by both senators. During each of these meetings, which have been calm and respectful, staff members have stated that neither Risch nor Crapo had any intention of paying a visit here anytime soon.

Helping the elderly prepare for the future

By RYAN COLLINGWOOD

Rear Adm. Ed 'Whitey' Feightner: World War II flying ace

Lady Luck certainly took a shine to Rear Adm. Edward "Whitey" Feightner.

Change your mood, change your life

A philosopher was sitting in the shade of a tree next to a beautiful small lake when a troubled young man approached and introduced himself: “Sir, my name is Ben, and I’m miserable all the time. I’ve been searching far and wide for a wise person who can tell me why I’m always so unhappy. Can you help me?”

RUSSIA: We need the truth

With all of the “Alternative Facts” being presented, one does not really know which facts to believe. We do know that Russia did hack into some of the emails of the DNC, but apparently not the RNC. Interesting! We also know that Russia did leak some of that information in such a way that it did influence the presidential election. We do know that Vladimir wanted Donald Trump as president rather than the little old grandmother, Hillary. Why would Vladimir fear a little old grandma, anyway? But on the other hand, do we really know all of this for sure? Therefore, don’t most people feel an independent commission and independent prosecutor would help settle this never-ending imbroglio? It would be to the nation’s benefit to know the real truth.

SKYWAY: 'Incident' was serious

I feel a need to publicly call out the blatant lies perpetuated by Skyway Elementary and the Coeur d’Alene School District. Following a police incident last week, where 10 officers had guns drawn on a suspect next to the school, the school and the district sent out extremely rude emails.

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Robert William Singleton ‘Bob,’ 81

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Wayland Benner Lipscomb, 93

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ANNIVERSARY

Sales still moving forward

It is more than likely a dearth of inventory rather than the seemingly endless winter that has slowed Coeur d’Alene sales this first quarter. Post Falls and Hayden have posted double-digit gains. No doubt the weather has slowed new construction, showing an impact on the Rathdrum market that also posted losses over last year.

LETTER: Strike offensive word

In his letter of March 3, Craig Kerwin used the word “libitard” several times in reference to Mike Patrick and several others (his letter regarding the school bond levy). Aside from an incoherent rant and the misspelling of the blended word “libtard,” I am somewhat shocked that the Coeur d’Alene Press would allow this kind of offensive smut to be printed. As it suggests, the word is taken from combining “liberal” and “retard.”

ABORTION: Here's another threat

I’m writing in regard to Jim Hollingsworth, that if I have a cat I’m mentally ill.

Puddles on Paddy's Day

COEUR d'ALENE — Mother Nature had one too many Irish stouts.

Not just blarney - Parkside Bungalows a Dover Bay paradise

It’s the real estate equivalent of a pot of gold.

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Sheriff's Log

The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office received 91 calls for service between 6 a.m. Thursday, March 9, and 5:59 a.m. Friday, March 10.

Diving into a sauna (suit)

By JERRY HITCHCOCK

Legals March 11, 2017

CASE NO. CV-17-1541 NOTICE TO CREDITORS 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: DALE THOMAS WILSON, Date of Death: 2/4/17 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 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 1st day of March, 2017. ROBERT WILSON, Personal Representative c/o Pamela Massey Callahan & Associates, Chtd. PO Box 2226 Coeur d'Alene, ID 83816 LEGAL 7169 March 4, 11, 18, 2017

INDIVISIBLE: Peaceful visitors

The March 5 story about the Lincoln Day Dinner at The Coeur d’Alene Resort failed to mention the 60 peaceful protesters gathered outside to greet the dinner guests.

Ladies Night

On any given weekday, Carroleen Perrin can be found in a white suit, booties and a mask, spraying paint on cars. It’s a way for her to relax and "get into the zone," but it’s also her passion. She wanted to go into cosmetology, but then found a way to pursue art in the auto industry.

CDA: Yes for better future

Please support a strong future for our community by voting YES on both the upcoming bond and levy.

'He should have never been out of jail'

By RYAN COLLINGWOOD

SURPLUS: Here's an idea

I’m writing concerning HB 67, the proposed income tax cut and another legislative gift to the wealthy. It is a shortsighted approach to a long-term problem. A temporary budget surplus exists only because Idaho is underfunding schools, infrastructure, health care and many other items. Also the uncertainty about the course of the federal government and the future U.S. economy, especially the ACA and Idaho funding for indigent care create huge uncertainty. This is a time to create a substantial rainy day fund, while the economy is healthy.

Kiss Lake Cd'A goodbye

Our new, environmentally ignorant president (at the urging of his corporate handlers) has instigated a war against the city of Coeur d’Alene and Kootenai County. The new White House and the GOP Congress is seriously defunding (if not actually eliminating) the Environmental Protection Agency. Surely an environmental disaster for the city of Coeur d’Alene and Kootenai County is just around the corner.

Hecla to implement parts of rejected contract

After 10 months and 10 days of standstill negotiations, Hecla Mining Co. and the Lucky Friday miners are officially at an impasse.

SCHOOLS: Long-range success

I write this letter in full support of the Coeur d’Alene School District Levy and Bond requests. I would like to preface my support with the background that I have volunteered in the Coeur d’Alene School District for most of 30 years. Those volunteer activities included more than 20 years on the School Board and nearly 20 years as the Board liaison to the District’s Long Range Planning Committee.

Building lean muscle as we age

Working out at home is one of those things you either love, or it never happens. Right now, many of you have used workout equipment sitting in your home. In the mix are treadmills and gear like dumbbells and kettle bells purchased with the best of intentions to get in great shape. I am guessing much of this gear is either a glorified clothing rack or wonderful dust collectors in the corner of a room.

Poll changed for Post Falls school vote

POST FALLS — A poll site has changed for Tuesday's vote on the Post Falls school supplemental levy.

Walk, don't run, to these St. Patrick's Day festivities

It seems everyone on St. Patrick’s Day is Irish. We’ll all don green and drink as much beer as we can before passing out, which pretty much sums up my average day.

LAKELAND: Making leaders

There are many positive things about Lakeland Junior High School like excellent teachers, great peers, and one of the best schools in the state of Idaho. The teachers and great principals and other school advisers help, but we can also thank the amazing groups like Leadership. Leadership students help keep the school clean, sponsor dances, and other things like writing this letter to The Press. National Junior Honor Society rewards high grades and achievements with a group dedicated to community service, making the schools and community better around us, and organizing after-school activities like the recent Dr. Seuss Night at John Brown. Idaho Drug Free Youth helps the students at Lakeland Junior High make the right choice and stay drug free as well as making the school better. Finally, Hawk Greeters help new students orient themselves making a smoother transition into our great school.

LAKELAND: A Spanish Hawk

My name is Pedro Rodriguez and I’m a foreign student from Spain who is currently studying at Lakeland. I have been here already six months and to tell you the truth, Lakeland has stolen my heart. It’s hard to be away from your family, friends and people that you love, but not so much if you find people that make you feel at home. I’m happy to be able to call the people from Lakeland my family. They have been there for me since I came here last August, for the good things, and sadly, for the bad things too.

Help them get to space

By BETHANY BLITZ

LAKELAND: Writer in error

I would like to write a brief rebuttal to refute the claims of letter writer Jerry Larson about Lakeland School District. Larson claimed Lakeland promised laptops for in-coming ninth-graders in its last three levies. This assertion is false. The letter writer is confusing the failed Students Come First Initiative from the state with our district goals.

Millennials' murky roadmap Tech's light-speed advances challenge planning

This is the first of a two-part series on education and career challenges facing the Millennial generation, as rapid-fire technology advances change the culture and workplace so quickly that there is barely time to make one life-path decision before the entire landscape shifts dramatically once again.

At College

Bekah Kastning

CDA: Broken Promises

Once again, the Coeur d’Alene School District is asking for the public’s help. They’re asking for $32 million for an M&O levy which will go to maintain the current education program, plus money for buses, purchasing materials for student growth and inflation costs and maintain class size reduction.

McKeown, Rhea shine in District 1 All-Star games

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SCHOOLS: Keys to success

Because of my position as a Representative in the Idaho Legislature and member of the House Education Committee, I am often asked, “What is the one thing we can do to improve our educational system in Idaho?” My response to that question is always, “I wish it was as simple as ‘one’ thing.” If we are realistic and honest about the topic, we probably all recognize that our educational system is incredibly complex, with an incalculable number of factors that influence the success of our schools and students. Strong parental involvement, highly talented and influential teachers, and innovative and stimulating curriculum are areas in which most of us agree are important for student success.

LAKELAND: Teachers who care

I am writing this to give my personal experience of Lakeland that I value very much. The teachers here do not care about their wages or their evaluations, but more of how their students are doing on an educational level and a personal level. They care about how a student’s home environment is and how they are doing in other classes, etc.

TRUMP: Leaping toward impeachment

I noticed that your articles about the Republican Town Hall meeting and the Lincoln Day Dinner sponsored by the Republican Party failed to mention the many protesters gathered at both events. This omission suggests to me that the protesters were silent and peaceful and I can personally attest that this was the case. I would like it stated for the record and acknowledged that the Republicans predicted that “bullies and miscreants” were expected for the events. The only bullying I saw was the scatological languages used against me in the Post Falls Church by a Republican supporter wearing a Buck Knives logo jacket.

Serving an ace

By KEITH COUSINS

Paint the town green today

By DEVIN HEILMAN

LAKELAND: My levy support

Lakeland High School has provided an incredible learning experience for me through the last four years and it has given countless opportunities to hundreds of other students in years past as well. These levies are vital to the Lakeland School District in order to provide the athletic and academic advantages to allow our students to excel beyond high school.

LAKELAND: Levy improvements

I am just your normal average high-schooler. And I have teachers talk to me about the upcoming levy and I think it is a great idea because it would make the schools here so much better. It would help repair some broken things, fund the arts department, replace some buses and give out some more jobs for people.

Sooner than later, they will all start

Yes, there will be high school spring sports this year.

CAT: What about abortion?

In regard to the cat that was tortured, I agree that this treatment of an animal is reprehensible. Whomever is responsible is a twisted individual who needs to be punished and counseled. But at the same time, what I find also reprehensible is the fact that many of those same individuals who are outraged at this act against this cat, have no qualms whatsoever about terminating the life of their own fully developed, half grown child that they are carrying. There is something seriously wrong with a society that is OK with this.

EDITORIAL: Speak up, Idaho

How disappointing that there is not one single comment following the brilliant editorial, “War of the Words Reaches New Depths.”

LAKELAND: A student's testimony

I have created many wonderful memories in the Lakeland School District. I first came into Lakeland when I was 8 years old, after moving away from my old school, Seltice Elementary. I was immediately greeted by a smiling instructor, friendly peers, and lots of interesting things to learn at John Brown Elementary. I made great friends who never let me down and are still loyal to me. I was never bullied. The instructors in the schools that I went to were never just teachers, but friends. I was always congratulated for my good academic record. I went to John Brown from second to sixth grade.

All-league teams

ALL-5A INLAND EMPIRE LEAGUE

LAKELAND: So much value

As a parent of two awesome Lakeland students, and primary homeowner in Lakeland School District, I and my family have a vested interest in supporting the upcoming levy election. I appreciate that Lakeland Schools have made the effort for smaller classroom sizes, for increased security and safety, for improved technology (vital tools for success), and extra-curricular programs, which keep our students engaged while having fun (sports, music, drama, robotics; just to name a few). As a local Realtor, I have another vested interest in supporting the levy; it is a fact that strong and healthy schools = strong and healthy communities, which bring strong home and property values. Please join me in voting YES for Lakeland Joint School District upcoming Levy, March 14.

Scarily ever after

By BETHANY BLITZ

SKYWAY: Cause for concern

Wake up, Coeur d’Alene School District! You claim to have such an excellent track record with spending money where you say you will, but evidence says otherwise!

How will Zags handle being the hunted this time?

The Front Row with MARK NELKE: Sunday, March 12, 2017

For most of the last two decades, the Gonzaga Bulldogs have been the darlings of the NCAA men's basketball tournament.

Silverwood hiring fair Saturday at fairgrounds

Silverwood Theme Park will hold a hiring fair Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Kootenai County Fairgrounds in Coeur d’Alene.

Legals March 10, 2017

ANOTHER SUMMONS CASE NO. CV-17-1129 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/ CONSERVATORSHIP OF: MADSUN P. OTT, DOB: 03/30/12 A Minor Under the Age of 18 Years. NOTICE: YOU HAVE BEEN SUED BY THE ABOVE-NAMED Petitioner. THE COURT MAY ENTER JUDGMENT AGAINST YOU WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE UNLESS YOU RESPOND WITHIN TWENTY (20) DAYS. READ THE INFORMATION BELOW. TO: ROBYN M. OTT You have been sued by the Petitioner, in the District Court in and for Kootenai County, Idaho, Case No. CV-17-1129. The nature of the claim against you is a Petition for Appointment of Guardian and Conservator. Any time after 20 days following the last publication of this Another Summons, the Court may enter judgment against you without further notice, unless prior to that time, you have filed a written response in the proper form, including the case number, and paid any required filing fee to the Clerk of the Court at 324 W. Garden Avenue, Coeur d'Alene, Idaho 83814, (208)446-1160, and served a copy of your response on the Petitioner's attorney at 720 N. 4th Street, Coeur d'Alene, Idaho 83814, (208)664-8225. A copy of the Petition for Appointment of Guardian and Conservator can be obtained by contacting either the Clerk of the Court or the attorney for Petitioner. If you wish to have legal assistance, you should immediately retain an attorney to advise you in this matter. DATED this 1 day of February, 2017. JIM BRANNON CLERK OF THE DISTRICT COURT By: /s/ Susan McCoy Deputy LEGAL 7187 MAR 10, 17, 24, 31, 2017

JUSTICE: Gets run over

And there we have it.

Bad luck: Idaho rated St. Paddy's dud

Maybe Idahoans just aren't into green beer.

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Cats are the best.

GOVERNMENT: The enemy within

Listening to Mike Crapo talk about how much fun he is having finally “standing up to government” is all part of the wacky world we have created in Washington. It has been a joint project.

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L. Dwain ‘Dewey’ Wagner, 69

Sheriff's Log

The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office received 87 calls for service between 6 a.m. Wednesday, March 8, and 5:59 a.m. Thursday, March 9.

Don't be a lemming

Whiners. Crybabies. Sore losers. Such sentiments usually conclude with further comments that the whining and crying should stop because the election is over and the winner now occupies the White House. Move on. Get a life. If you don't like it, leave.

Weekend TV/Radio

FRIDAY

LEVIES: Wrong way to promote

Just finished the morning Coeur d’Alene Press article regarding school bonds and levies.

Duane Jacklin, 72, dies

Duane Jacklin's generosity toward community efforts will be felt forever.

LIQUOR: License for danger

Get ready for more bars Idaho. If Rep. Luke Malek gets his way, there will be liquor on every corner. Malek’s change in Idaho’s liquor laws will allow virtually any restaurant to serve liquor as long as they are serving food. In downtown Coeur d’Alene alone, I would expect at least 10 new bars.

LEVY: Follow the money

Before you vote for or against the levy election it would be good to understand how that money is going to be used. The largest share of the state budget is spent on education. One of the largest expenses on our property taxes, including bonds and levies is education.

Senate bolsters boat inspection funding

SANDPOINT — A bill to bolster Idaho’s defenses against dreaded zebra and quagga mussels sailed through the Senate on Thursday.

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Soggy spring weather wipes out prep openers

They're just statistics no longer

Just two weeks ago, The Press published a story with the banner headline, “Violence trend on the rise.”

ELECTION: More info appreciated

It is good to see all the discussions on the school levies this time around rather than becoming aware of the vote while attending back to school night when passing the voting booths or the next morning reading the paper informing you your taxes are going up!

Thief steals more than a U-Haul trailer

POST FALLS — Rachael Garwick said she is just trying to move on with her life.

Records

DIVORCES GRANTED

Cardinals upset in first round by Tacoma

EVERETT, Wash. — Zaequan Satterthwaite had 28 points and eight rebounds, but North Idaho College made a quick exit from the Northwest Athletic Conference tournament with a 86-81 loss to the Tacoma Titans in the opening round Thursday at Everett Community College.

LAKELAND: Worth the money

On March 14, voters in the Lakeland Joint School District will have the opportunity to vote yes for two levies to support our students who will be the business owners, employees, parents and decision makers of tomorrow. We have an obligation to ensure that these students are given a fair opportunity to grow and succeed as they begin this journey.

POLITICIANS: They don't lead

Could it be that those who run for political offices are politicians, not leaders? Have we not had enough of citizens who will do absolutely anything to gain and keep an elected office, except show the courage needed to sustain the nation? Seeing a real leader in action is astonishing. Should non-political backgrounds become a prerequisite for the leadership positions in America?

Editor defending Obama is a disgrace

Why in the world ANYONE much less the editor would waste time, space and resources trying to defend Obama’s absolute and total disrespect for the military, in this case his pathetic efforts at saluting the Marines who guard him, is puzzling. (Or maybe not.)

Have your pi and eat it, too

COEUR d’ALENE — Nothing beats a nice, warm slice of 3.14159...

State does help build schools - a little bit

During bond and levy season, school district officials often claim the state provides no funding for construction projects.

LETTER: Fodder for fury

In Sunday’s letters, Mr. Charlie Branch referred to the military academy nominees as “cannon fodder.” My son-in-law graduated from the Naval Academy at Annapolis in 1987, our granddaughter graduated in 2016 and we have a grandson who wants to attend the Naval Academy, and you have the gall to call them cannon fodder! Those who are chosen to attend the military academies, be it Navy, Army, Air Force or Coast Guard, are the best of the best and they are the ones who protect you and have guaranteed you the freedom of speech that you so carelessly exercised in your letter.

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Jacob Vissia, 29

Wanted murder suspect dead

By RYAN COLLINGWOOD

WALL: What it represents

I was recently challenged by a friend to explain how The Wall being built on our southern border was going to do any good because “people will just go around it.”

LAKELAND: No more money

Vote NO on upcoming Lakeland 272 school levy! Past three levies they promised us our kids would get for every ninth-grader laptops for school work. That didn’t happen, but teachers got all new video cell phones. Right now we have three levies on our property taxes for Lakeland schools. What the school district doesn’t understand which is because we have a “Dr. of liberal arts” and how the hell does one get that? Running the schools. See your paid salary, then you take nine days off for Thanksgiving, two weeks off for Christmas, one week off for spring break, three months off for summer and every Friday off in January. You put us parents in a bind, especially single parents. We maybe get one week off for vacation, so how many times we get fired because you’re not in school? Day care costs for working people, but then you turn and text me to vote “yes” on a levy to take more of my money?

SCHOOLS: Support our future

As an Idaho native, I’m proud to live in our beautiful community. I chose to raise my family here because of what our city has to offer. The most fundamental value in Coeur d’Alene is our public schools. We have strong, well maintained schools, which show our residents value the assets of our school district. The outside appearance and safety of our schools is important, but what happens inside is vital to our community and children’s success.

Since 10 wasn't enough, here's 40

You can stop now.

QUESTIONS: Answer these, please

Regarding the letter on March 3 by Vinetta R. Spencer concerning your testimony from your experience of wanting to be a boy. You stated “you were there.” Now doesn’t that sound a little arrogant? How could you say you were there when you stated “it had nothing to do with your sexuality.” Didn’t it occur to you that maybe this 9-year-old girl’s request did in fact have something to do with her sexuality?

John Goulart to perform March 24 at JACC

Billed as one of Canada’s finest guitarists, John Goulart will perform a concert March 24 in Post Falls.

Reward offered in 1988 missing case

When Tina Marie Finley's purse and shoes were found along U.S. 95 about 2 miles south of Plummer in 1988, the FBI started investigating her disappearance that had turned suspicious.

'Logan' a bloody, powerful end to 'Wolverine' franchise

The brutality of “Logan” announces itself in less than five minutes.

LAKELAND: Continue excellence

Being a student at Lakeland High School has allowed me to make friendships that will last a lifetime through academics and athletics. The teachers here have helped me keep on track for my college journey and strive for academic success. I love this district and its staff. The relationships I have with my teachers are priceless and I love how much the staff cares for the students. I hope the future classes of Lakeland can receive the benefits of this levy so our school can continue to become even better than it already is.

Taste of Broadway benefit at the JACC

A Taste of Broadway, featuring a dinner and entertainment, will be held March 29 at the Jacklin Arts and Cultural Center in Post Falls.

Murder suspect, subject of manhunt, is dead

Det. Dennis Stinebaugh of the Kootenai County Sheriff's Office confirmed that Steven Denson, the man accused of killing Kelly Pease, has committed suicide.

Police identify shooting victim and suspect; victim posted about domestic violence on Facebook

COEUR d'ALENE - The woman found dead Wednesday in a car parked at Kootenai Health has been identified by Coeur d'Alene police detectives as Kelly A. Pease, 37, of Coeur d'Alene.

Northwest Notes

NIC’s Dowd, Golder first-team

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DIVORCES FILED

Laughter: The smart solution

A long-time member of Congress privately described how things had changed on Capitol Hill in his three decades there. In the early years both “sides” talked to one another — not just about legislation, but about life. Now, he said, that’s uncommon. Politicians, Americans, are too divided.

Camp Four Echoes earns accreditation

The American Camp Association (ACA) announced Wednesday the Girl Scouts of Eastern Washington and North Idaho’s “Camp Four Echoes” has received ACA-Accredited Camp status for summer 2017.

Tomorrow won't look like today

Peer into the future, and hold on tight.

Bowling scores

MEN

MALEK: Firefighter salute

The Professional Firefighters of Idaho are excited to announce that Rep. Luke Malek is our legislator of the year. Luke is the only two-time recipient of this award. Over the last few years, Luke has worked hard making sure the health and safety of your firefighters is a top priority. This year more than 125 firefighters from around the state traveled to the Capitol to present him with the award. Rep. Luke Malek, we cannot thank you enough for all your support!

SCHOOLS: Reject bond, levy

District 271 continues to fight any mention of doing a better job of educating kids. Their task is to prepare kids for life, and yet, many graduate from their high schools unable to read. Surely, District 271 needs to grow, but vast growth in academic preparation must take place before massive additional funds are thrown at the district. A union (and ‘Partnership’) mentality stifles their desperately needed improvements. Taking monies out of additional future taxes is a wormy worded attempt to fool the public. The money indeed comes out of our future additional taxes. The district needs to study the Charter Academy’s methods to see how education is managed and accomplished. A no on these never-ending levy and bond issue requests.

Woman with gunshot wound found dead in car at Kootenai Health

COEUR d’ALENE — A Coeur d'Alene woman in her late 30s was found in a car parked at Kootenai Health with a gunshot wound to her head and died on Wednesday, according to police.

BORAH: Where danger looms

My son attends Borah elementary and the back of my car has been hit, while parked, at least four times in two years.

Blazing improved trails

POST FALLS — Post Falls is in step with pedestrian improvements in the central part of the city.

Candidates for May elections, take note

Kootenai County has 28 seats on various public boards that are ready for election on May 16, and the deadline to file for candidacy is just around the corner.

BARBIERI: Hide no more

The article in the March 2 edition of The Press about Rep. Vito Barbieri, once again illustrates the sly people we’ve elected. This “representative,” and I put that in quotes because he rarely does that, won’t even bother to attend town halls. He also has never responded to my letters. Now he’s sponsored a bill to further restrict what he does in office.

Advisory committee sets March meeting, agenda

The Idaho Forest Practices Act Advisory Committee will meet Thursday, March 23, at the Associated Logging Contractors office, 10589 S. Highway 95, Coeur d’Alene, and by video conference from the Idaho Department of Lands’ Garnet West conference room, 300 N. Sixth St., Boise. The meeting will begin at 9 a.m. PST.

LAKELAND: Students say yes

Personally, I feel I have received a tremendous education at Lakeland. I have had awesome teachers who have helped me, challenged me and ultimately lead me down the path to success. I would not be the person I am today without them. As a runner, athletics have been extremely important to me. Running is helping me attend college next year, as I have received a generous scholarship from LCSC to run for them. Without athletics and the other amazing extra-curricular activities I participated in: Lego League, art, band, speech, and a few others; I don’t think I would feel as prepared to attend college and eventually reach my goal of owning my own business.

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Mildred D. ‘Darlene’ Welsh, 81

HEALTH: Nonprofit proposal

As we consider the repeal and replacement of Obamacare, it is important to consider this: The U.S. is the only country in the world that forces its citizens to pay for the expensive trappings of a for-profit health care system for basic care. Those trappings include, in many cases, outrageous CEO salaries, costs of lobbying Congress, campaign contributions, TV ads and profits. Because of our legislators’ obvious commitment to protecting insurance and drug companies over it’s citizens, we pay more than triple (when drug costs are included) what other countries pay for their health care. This is crushing families, costing us lives, and putting a damper on the entire economy.

Girl Scout cookies: soon

Cookie lovers, the wait is just about over.

Calling steelhead back to Potlatch River

Every year, hundreds of wild steelhead swim 500 miles from the Pacific Ocean to spawn in the Potlatch River, a tributary of the Clearwater River about 15 miles upstream of Lewiston. Unfortunately, the Potlatch’s steelhead numbers are a fraction of what they once were, but the Idaho Department of Fish and Game is starting a major habitat restoration project so it can be home for more steelhead in the future.

District 1 All-Star hoops rosters set

MULLAN — Rosters for the annual District 1 All-Star boys and girls basketball have been announced for the games, scheduled for Friday at the Mullan Pavilion.

Idaho exports report 13.5 percent growth

BOISE — Idaho’s worldwide exports for 2016 are up from 2015 with 13.5 percent growth. Singapore jumped from the fourth largest export market to the second, while Canada remains Idaho’s largest export partner, according to a news release from the Idaho Department of Commerce. In addition, Taiwan surpassed China as the third largest export market for Idaho.

Early voting ends Friday for levy and bond elections

Early voting in the bond and levy elections being held in five Kootenai County school districts will end at 5 p.m. Friday, March 10.

IFWF solicits applications for 2017 grants

BOISE — The Idaho Fish & Wildlife Foundation is accepting applications for its 2017 grants cycle. The grants program provides funding on a competitive basis to nonprofit organizations, the Idaho Department of Fish and Game, and tax-exempt organizations.

Spectrum customers pile on complaints

Our new internet service provider, Spectrum (Charter Communications), the company that “merged” with Time Warner’s local cable, has come under increasing fire lately. Many consumers have been calling me about poor customer service, very slow and/or inconsistent internet speeds, higher monthly prices and no printed material available to consumers regarding offerings.

LAKELAND: Need your vote

This year two levies will be brought to the ballot. Those two levies are the Plant Facility Levy and the Supplemental Levy. These two levies are important to our school for the safety of the students. Lakeland High School has made it safe this year by getting the SRO on campus and with voting yes on the Plant Facility Levy it will keep the officer on campus for two more years and protecting the students of our school. Our school also provides school activities that have allowed many of our students to participate and to socialize with people that are outside their normal peer group. With voting yes to the Supplemental Levy will keep the sports going after school and also the sports team will be getting new uniforms every four years. Both of these levies will help to provide the opportunities to give our students an educational and athletic advantage in a safe environment.

SAMARITAN: At the pump

I want to send the biggest thank you to the gentleman who was so very helpful at the Coleman pumps in Coeur d’Alene, I was having trouble with my card and was out of fuel and he offered to pump a few gallons of gas in my rig to get me back to work. Thank you your helpfulness. It was above what most would have ever done. THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH! Hugs to you!

TRUMP: Share the love

I would like to see some “warm” and “family articles concerning our new President Donald J. Trump and his family. There are good things that President Donald J. Trump and his family have done for other U.S. families. Such things as helping fundraising for children with disabilities and cancer, and promoting women’s advancement to better their lives, etc.

CAT: And now what?

This letter is in reference to the horrific story of the oil dipped and tortured cat, who is now dead.

HITCHING POST: Religion unhitched

I just wanted to comment on The Hitching Post’s “ordeal.” The city passes an anti-discrimination law; the problem is that the law includes gays. And in a right wing evangelical area this is heresy. So The Hitching Post decides to use religion as an excuse to discriminate against gays. They even say they may turn themselves into a church.

CDA: Behind the 'no'

This is why I will never vote yes for another school bond.

WHITE PLIGHT

COEUR d'ALENE — You're one persistent dude, Old Man Winter.

Suspect's competency hearing postponed

SANDPOINT — A hearing to consider the competency of a Blanchard man accused of trying to kill two Bonner County sheriff’s deputies was postponed Wednesday so the state and the defense can pore over medical records, court records show.

STUDENT: Why levy matters

As an eighth-grade student at Timberlake Junior High School, I’m always excited to learn about what’s happening in my school, and I’ve been reading about the upcoming Lakeland School District levy and how it benefits our school.

LAKELAND: Support levy

Hello, my name is Aubrey and I am writing to let you know I am in support of our upcoming levy. Timberlake Jr. High is my school. I am an eighth-grade student, who has been a part of the Lakeland School District since I was in kindergarten, 2008-2017. That’s nine years. I know a lot about our school district, and something is missing. I believe we, the students of the Lakeland School District, could highly benefit from the Levy.

State all-star hoop games set for March 25 at NIC

COEUR d’ALENE — Rosters have been announced for the 14th annual Idaho high school all-star basketball games, presented by Idaho Central Credit Union. The doubleheader format, scheduled for March 25, will match boys and girls basketball players from high schools in the Boise metropolitan area against players from the rest of the state, and will be played at NIC’s Christianson Gymnasium.

Genesis Prep prepared all year for this moment

As the final seconds ticked off and the Genesis Prep boys basketball team began to celebrate the first state title in school history, sophomore Jonny Hillman was lifted off the court by his Jaguar teammates.

WATCH: Cd'A police detective talks to media about woman found dead Wednesday outside Kootenai Health

Legals March 8, 2017

File No.: 344273 Customer Ref No. 37646423 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE On June 30, 2017 at the hour of 10:30AM, of said day, in the office of Alliance Title & Escrow Corp. located at 2157 N. Main St., Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814. Alliance Title & Escrow Corp., as trustee, will sell at public auction, to the highest bidder, for cash, cashier's check, certified check or teller's check, (from a bank which has a branch in the community at the site of the sale), money order, State of Idaho check or local government check, or cash equivalent in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the same time of sale, the following described real property, situated in the County of Kootenai, State of Idaho, and described as follows, to wit: Lot 12, Block 3, Greenside Vistas, according to the plat recorded in the office of the County Recorder in Book J of Plats at page 310, records of Kootenai County, Idaho. THE TRUSTEE HAS NO KNOWLEDGE OF A MORE PARTICULAR DESCRIPTION OF THE ABOVE-DESCRIBED REAL PROPERTY, BUT FOR PURPOSES OF COMPLIANCE WITH IDAHO CODE, SECTION 60-113, THE TRUSTEE HAS BEEN INFORMED THAT THE STREET ADDRESS OF: 3940 N Maxfli Lane, Post Falls, ID 83854, MAY SOMETIMES BE ASSOCIATED WITH SAID REAL PROPERTY. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty regarding title, possession or encumbrances to satisfy the obligation secured by and pursuant to the power of sale conferred in the deed of trust executed by Melvin Haakinson and Janice Haakinson husband and wife, as Grantor to Alliance Title & Escrow Corp., as Trustee, for the benefit and security of The United States of America, acting through the Rural Housing Service or successor agency, United States Department of Agriculture (formerly Farmers Home Administration or Rural Economic & Community Development) as Beneficiary, recorded September 30, 2009 as Instrument No. 2234328000, Mortgage records of Kootenai County, Idaho. THE ABOVE GRANTORS ARE NAMED TO COMPLY WITH SECTION 45-1506(4)(a), IDAHO CODE. NO REPRESENTATION IS MADE THAT THEY ARE, OR ARE NOT, PRESENTLY RESPONSIBLE FOR THIS OBLIGATION. The default for which this sale is to be made is failure to: Make principal and interest payments as set forth on said Deed of Trust and Promissory Note. The original loan amount was $167,400.00 together with interest thereon at the rate of 5% per annum, as evidenced in Promissory Note dated September 30, 2009. Payments are in default for the months of January 2016 through and including January 2017 in the amount of $640.28 per month and continuing each and every month thereafter until date of sale or reinstatement. The balance now due is: $152,087.10 in principal; $8,500.23 in interest; $25,456.68 in subsidy granted; and $1,296.25 in fees, currently assessed and computed through February 8, 2017, with interest accruing thereafter at the daily rate of $20.9153. In addition to the above, there is also due any late charges, advances, escrow collection fees, attorney fees, fees or costs associated with this foreclosure. The balance owing as of this date on the obligation secured by said deed of trust is $177,543.78, excluding interest, costs and expenses actually incurred in enforcing the obligations thereunder or in this sale, as trustee's fees and/or reasonable attorney's fees as authorized in the promissory note secured by the aforementioned Deed of Trust. Dated: February 27, 2017 Alliance Title & Escrow Corp. By: Erica Braun, Trust Officer Phone: (877) 947-1553 This communication is on behalf of a debt collector and is an attempt to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. LEGAL 7171 March 8, 15, 22, 29, 2017

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Mabel Louise (Heimbach) La Celle, 93

Dynamic duo leads food bank efforts

COEUR d’ALENE — When Coeur d'Alene High School's food bank fundraising goal came up short, two students sprang to community action.

Souza still pushing school election bill

COEUR d’ALENE — Increasing participation in local elections may seem like an insurmountable challenge.

Ask your audiologist… Why can't older adults balance as well as young kids?

Our inner ear has an organ of hearing and balance called the cochlea. Located inside the cochlea is an intricate combination of fluids and hair cells (cilia) that when stimulated by movement or sound tell the brain where we are in space and help us hear. As we age (as early as age 23) these hair cells start to slowly deteriorate. By the age of 65 many of us may notice the first signs of trouble hearing and balancing. Earlier if we worked in noise, shoot guns or use chain saws without ear protection. It is my opinion that we as a society are outliving our ears. Almost everyone over 80 that comes into my office fails the hearing screening.

Sameness and sustainability: The Northwest's challenges

Watching any wine appellation grow up, define itself and develop into a dominant force, or not, is something to watch. At times it appears to happen all in slow motion, developing in real time but like a slow motion replay in a sporting event. Both when the predictable outcome is good and when it is bad you can see it coming.

KUDOS: Mountain View praise

Teacher participation in the personal lives of their students is more than just helpful, at Mountain View it’s crucial. I feel that the efforts provided by the staff here at my school are above and beyond in every way. I’m thankful to have been a part of Mountain View where rather than being made to feel different for my traits and quirks I’ve been accepted into the family that exists only through the staff that works relentlessly to keep every member of our school feeling safe and even understood. Never before have I seen a scholastic community with so much concern for the well-being of one another and I don’t think any of it could be possible without the involvement of our teachers in the lives of their students.

Headache pain and medication solutions

Headache and migraine pain are common conditions with over 37 million sufferers in the United States alone. Some folks know when their pain started, such as an accident or sports injury. Others don’t.

Schools boosting goals in reading

It isn’t news that the Coeur d’Alene School Board is committed to its students’ literacy, but Monday night, trustees made it official.

PROM: Oh, what a night

My son, a 17-year-old (with Autism) was asked to accompany a classmate (with Down syndrome) to Specialized Needs Recreations’ Annual Prom, held at Real Life Ministries in Post Falls. His dad and I attended the event with our son, and all we can say is WOW! We were so incredibly impressed with the entire event!

A legislator and his cameras

Safer Idaho roads and bridges.

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WALL: Treatment far better

Trump said, “For that reason, we will soon begin the construction of a great wall along our southern border. It will be started ahead of schedule and, when finished, it will be a very effective weapon against drugs and crime.”

MacLennan named JACC executive director

Leader previously worked for trail foundation

Balanced budgets and the American dream

For the past two decades, the incomes of middle class Americans have remained stagnant while inflation erodes life's savings.

Planning Post Falls' future

By BRIAN WALKER

Rebuttal to 'Four strikes against The Press'

Thank you for publishing Mr. Thatcher's opinion on Four Strikes Against The Press. While I don't agree on his position, it is important for various opinions to be heard.

SCHOOLS: Meet the needs

Coeur d’Alene is the most amazing place to raise a family. It is why my wife and I chose to move and raise our family here. Our daughter is now in middle school. She was in the first fifth-grade class of the new Winton school building. We voted on the levy that helped build that new school and feel that passing the bond and levy on March 14 will benefit Lakes Magnet Middle School in so many ways.

TEMPLIN: A fond tribute

Hallmark of Hospitality. Innovator of the Convention Center in the Northwest. Advocator of local business growth and campaigner of the entrepreneurial spirit Bob Templin will be undoubted remembered for his success in achieving to blossom economic growth in a time and place experiencing a languishing progress forward.

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Vincent Albert Larocque, 62

With range suited for the Big Sky

North Idaho College freshman guard Niko Bevens is a player to keep an eye on as the Cardinals take flight in the Northwest Athletic Conference men’s basketball tournament, which starts on Thursday at Everett Community College.

Museum of North Idaho seeking board members

The Museum of North Idaho is seeking applicants for its board of directors.

Soccer, bowling, gymnastics and more

SELECT SOCCER

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Auto-Immunity: The bane of the brain

The past few years we’ve read headlines revealing the findings of research regarding “post-concussive syndrome”. We have learned that injury to the brain can lead to long term cognitive deficits such as dementia, emotional instability and certain psychiatric illnesses, impaired attention and memory, impaired expressive language and others. Sonja Orloska, MD, of the Psychiatric Centre Copenhagen, lead author of a study published in the American Journal of Psychiatry, says that these injuries can increase the risk of emotional/psychiatric disorders by 439 percent! This Danish study included 1.4 million people born between 1977 and 2000.

LAKELAND: Vote Yes

I am a recently retired school teacher. I taught school for 34 years — 25 of which were in the Lakeland School District. I’m very proud of that service.

Caddie sues over cart accident

COEUR d'ALENE — A fractured skull, torn rotator cuff and cervical and lumbar damage are among the injuries professional caddie Alicia McFadden sustained in August 2015 as the result of a golf cart accident at Gozzer Ranch Golf and Lake Club.

Public defender reportedly leaving

COEUR d’ALENE — John Adams is retiring after nearly 21 years as Kootenai County’s chief public defender.

I didn't know

Five times. How can that be? Just today I heard it 5 times and I wonder how many days before that I have I heard the same thing. “I Didn't Know.” For me it would be good to never hear that again from any of my patients.

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Hazel ‘Harri’ Marie Nicholson, 69

BELTS: Buses need them

A rebuttal to “No Seat belts on school buses:”

SHEPPERD: Legacy lives on

Jim Shepperd’s passing was a surprise to many of us. Maybe at 90 it shouldn’t have been, but I expected to see him Tuesday morning at the VFW in Coeur d’Alene as I had before and planned to again. I joined some years ago as he encouraged me to, and then came to the morning coffees when he wondered why he hadn’t seen me there. He was always gentle in his prodding, but you usually did what Jim suggested. I read he passed peacefully in his sleep Monday night.

Winter weather: We love and hate it

Too hot, too cold, too wet, too dry. Those words aren’t a paraphrasing of the Goldilocks porridge tale, it’s one of our favorite pastimes here in North Idaho.

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Ralph Crawford Byxbee Jr., 71

Ralph Capaul: Of water works and Bronze Stars

COEUR d’ALENE — Nice guys finish last.

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Norman Lee Carpenter, 76

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Celebrating the nutrition experts

Some of you may know that March is National Nutrition Month, which is a great time to take a step back and reassess our diets. The challenge for many people is knowing where to turn for guidance. With the countless resources that exist about nutrition, it can be difficult to sift through to find reliable advice.

Detox your way to health

It is vital that we provide our body with proper rest because this allows for recovery and healing. This is also the philosophy behind detoxification. Detoxification is a process that works by shifting the focus from metabolizing foods to a focus on cellular regeneration and internal cleansing.

TRUMP: An honorable leader

I was watching the news earlier on March 2. CBS Overnight News was recapping the president’s address. They (reporters) were actually complaining that the president didn’t talk about others serving in the military. Just one, Lt. Ryan Owens!

Records

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Legals March 7, 2017

NOTICE TO CREDITORS CASE NO. CV 17 -1130 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: ANN M. RINER, 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 13th day of February 2017. /s/ ROBERT W. RINER Personal Representative c/o CUSACK LAW FIRM, PLLC 320 E. Neider Avenue, Suite 206 Coeur d'Alene, ID 83815 LEGAL 7088 FEB 21, 28, 2017 MAR 7, 2017

Alleged rapist has violent history

COEUR d'ALENE — A man who allegedly raped two women on the same evening at his Coeur d'Alene home had his first appearance in court Monday.

Northwest Notes

Idaho’s Sanders named

School shifts

By BETHANY BLITZ

Let's get this straight

By BRIAN WALKER

Energy efficiency translates into big bucks

COEUR d’ALENE — Coeur d’Alene school officials’ prowess at power conservation has earned the school district a six-figure rebate.

Man with lengthy criminal history sent back to prison

Stephen R. Jones, 39, of Coeur d’Alene, was sentenced Friday to serve up to five years in prison for the felony offense of eluding an officer, the Kootenai County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office announced.

Police stop disrupts school dismissal

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Mariners: Dipoto's big '17 shakeup

If you’re a Mariners fan, you have to be wondering.

Brown bag levy/bond talk today in Cd'A

The Coeur d’Alene School District’s upcoming levy and bond election will be the topic of a group discussion hosted today by the League of Women Voters of Kootenai County.

House passes invasive species sticker hike

The fight to keep invasive quagga mussels out of Idaho’s waters is a step closer to having more muscle behind it.

Words: We're at a loss

A scan of social media, national headlines, and common conversation makes it obvious: Words are more thoughtlessly and publicly wielded. Language erodes into textspeak.

More snow on the way

Looks like North Idaho will have to pry spring from winter’s cold, dead hands.

'Water is the life of all of us'

By BRIAN WALKER

The Pickle Man strikes again

By DEVIN HEILMAN

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Alvin D. Smith, 75

Nourishing young talent

By DEVIN HEILMAN

Our 'meteorological winter' wasn't the coldest

While most of us observe the spring season later this month, the “meteorological winter” season ended on Feb. 28. March 20 is the beginning of the astronomical spring, or the Vernal Equinox. This is based on the position of the Earth relative to the sun. In two weeks at 3:28 a.m., the sun will be at 90 degrees, or directly overhead, at the Equator, the official start of spring. On Tuesday, June 20, at 9:24 p.m., our summer season begins and many of us can’t wait.

Legals March 6, 2017

2004 Dodge Neon, Red VIN# 1B3ES56C74D528441 Owner of record: Trina M. Boone Location of Sale: 29650 N. Hwy 95, Athol, ID. 83801 Date of sale: March 8, 2017 Preview at 9a.m. Sale at 10a.m. Amount of sale: 2800.00 LEGAL 7083 FEB 27, 2017 MAR 6, 2017

In search of ideas ... and inspiration

COEUR d’ALENE — Like many in North Idaho, Josh and Toni Robertson are done with winter.

New kids on the block

NAMPA — It took just two years for the Genesis Prep Jaguars to reach the mountaintop in their division of high school boys basketball in Idaho.

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

Heavier trucks proposed for area highways

COEUR d’ALENE — Heavier trucks intended to reduce congestion and improve hauler efficiency may be allowed on U.S. 95 and other North Idaho roadways as soon as this spring.

Cardinals go 3-3 on Florida trip

CLERMONT, Fla. — North Idaho College beat West Virginia Wesleyan 4-3 in eight innings and lost to Kalamazoo Valley 10-9 on Sunday to finish 3-3 in its season-opening softball trip to Florida.

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Donna Kempton (Lohman), 65

New kids on the block

Hillman, Manzi lead young Genesis Prep squad to first state title

WATCH: Genesis Prep of Post Falls wins 1A state title

NAMPA — It took just two years for the Genesis Prep Jaguars to reach the mountaintop in their division of high school boys basketball in Idaho.

MEDIA: A citizen's advice

The media are continually telling us how vitally important they are to democracy. Many — too many — consider themselves above criticism and are outraged when their reporting is challenged, but just pick up any edition of many newspapers or listen to many of the TV talking heads and you will immediately find plenty of cause for challenge: lies, damned lies, half-truths, slanted headlines and whole stories, emphasis on anything negative while ignoring the positive, article placement, piling on, innuendo, snide remarks, etc. “Fair and balanced” hardly to be found. I even heard a CNN “reporter” asking a guest how Trump would react to something and then mumbling “who cares?”

CAMERON: Two big fans

A few weeks ago a reader submitted a short comment about column writer Steve Cameron. I’m writing to say how much my husband and I enjoy his fresh outlook, sense of humor and easy journalistic style. So, Steve, keep up the good work and continue to impress us with your creativity. Thank you!

Homeowners see benefits at tax time

Occasionally we find someone who is unaware of some tax advantages of owning real estate. While most of us are not accountants we have learned through classes offered by the Associations of Realtors in Coeur d’Alene, at the State and National Association levels.

SCHOOLS: Promises kept

On March 14, voters will have the opportunity to make our strong Coeur d’Alene School District even stronger. I urge you to vote yes twice — for the levy and for the bond. Reasons abound, not the least of which is we can do this right now, together, without raising current tax rates. This unique situation is a win-win for our students and community!

Milestone announcements

MILESTONE BIRTHDAY

'Unchained Melody' hits No. 1

You. Be. Righteous!

Orchard Lands in Coeur d'Alene touts new affordable homes

Affordable new construction in Coeur d’Alene may soon be an endangered species.

Talking town hall

POST FALLS — When you get six of the county’s nine state legislators in the same room, a turnout as large as the topics addressed at the town hall meeting itself is to be expected.

Kay Viebrock: Doing what it takes to make her community go

By BRIAN WALKER

Crapo: Time to drain the swamp

COEUR d’ALENE — U.S. Sen. Mike Crapo said Saturday the process has begun in Washington, D.C., to fight and drain a swamp filled with federal bureaucracy.

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Gene D. Ratcliff, MD, 79

Northwest Notes

Dumas joins Eastern staff

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Lois June Hanson, 93 (McGinnis; Redman)

LDS News

Missionaries

LAWYERS: Let losers pay

I recently saw this in the news: “Idaho Senate backs bill to avoid new ‘loser pay’ rule for courts.

Good things come in threes, too

Three long, loud legislative cheers.

Cosmic Cowboy Grill slated for April opening

Emphasizing gourmet healthy eating, Cosmic Cowboy Grill will open in late April in the large pad building of Appleway Square at 412 W. Haycraft (west side of Highway 95).

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Mary J. Martin, 84

TERMS: 12 years plenty

We’ve probably debated the folly of two-year congressional terms since middle school (or since before Mr. Labrador was born). His argument that a two-year term makes Congress more adaptable to change is shot down the moment Rep. Don Young, R-Alaska, is entered into evidence.

Chiefs stumble at Victoria

VICTORIA, British Columbia — Matthew Phillips scored the game-winner on the second straight night, sending the Victoria Royals to a 4-3 win over the Spokane Chiefs in Western Hockey League play in front of 6,059 on Saturday at the Save-on-Foods Arena.

JUDICIAL: Oversight needed

Our founding fathers (wise guys that they were) set up our government as three separate but equal branches; the legislative, executive and judicial as presented and discussed in Articles I, II and III respectively.

SCHOOLS: Support levy, bond

What could be more important then to provide a solid learning environment for our children to learn and develop? Children need an environment where they have access to all the equipment, books and other resources they need to support their pursuits into the vast, ever-changing landscape of the knowledge. They need an environment where they feel like they are supported and challenged to do their best. One where they are encouraged to think both inside and outside the box and to work hard. An environment where they have the best teachers, teachers who have the resources to help each student find a pathway to success.

Improving corporate culture

In 1788, Edward Gibbon set forth in his famous multi-volume work, “Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire,” his ideas about why that great civilization withered and died. Surprisingly, it involves moral decay, both societal and individual, just as much as it does political dysfunction.

Hey ... we made it!

Bet you thought this winter would never end. Here’s the good news: the first day of spring is only a couple of weeks off. March 20 heralds the official first day of spring. At last!

St. Maries, Kellogg fight back for third

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Trojans fall in third-place game

NAMPA — In these daytime placing games in state basketball, sometimes a team needs to provide its own intensity.

Gimme a head with hair ... hair!

The Cowsills, they ain’t.

Legals March 4, 2017

CASE NO. CV-17-1541 NOTICE TO CREDITORS 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: DALE THOMAS WILSON, Date of Death: 2/4/17 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 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 1st day of March, 2017. ROBERT WILSON, Personal Representative c/o Pamela Massey Callahan & Associates, Chtd. PO Box 2226 Coeur d'Alene, ID 83816 LEGAL 7169 March 4, 11, 18, 2017

Spinning their wheels

POST FALLS — Twenty-two exercise bikes, with a different butt planted on every seat each hour, formed a half-circle Friday at the Post Falls Peak Health and Wellness Center.

Timberlake advances

MERIDIAN — Brenden Jessen had 11 points, five rebounds and five assists to lead the Timberlake Tigers past the Parma Panthers in a loser out game in the state 3A tournament on Friday at Meridian High.

Movers and shakers

RIOLO JOINS WINDERMERE REALTY

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Only to educate, not to promote

By KEITH COUSINS

From baby carriage to loving marriage

By DEVIN HEILMAN

Big game banquet: 'A good time for a great cause'

COEUR d’ALENE — It’s time to get social, have some fun and raise money for the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation.

Four strikes called against The Press

The editorial entitled “War of the Words Reaches New Depths” that appeared in the Feb. 24, 2017 edition of The Coeur d’Alene Press (hereinafter The Press) missed the mark and was most concerning in my opinion. While many objections could be raised concerning the editorial, my chief objections boil down to four points.

One dream down

CALDWELL — Jonny Hillman is no stranger to the Idaho Center, and the Genesis Prep Jaguars are no stranger to big games.

Cardinals open strong

CLEARMONT, Fla. — Former Coeur d’Alene High standout Ana Raynor went 2 for 3 with three runs batted in for North Idaho College in a 16-1 win over Davenport University in its season opener on Friday.

State official goes to school

By BETHANY BLITZ

Health quiz

In this week’s column, I would like to ask you all to take a health quiz. When it comes to health and wellness, most of us have read a fair amount of information on the subject and we believe we know enough to keep ourselves healthy. I think you may be a little surprised that you may not know enough about important health and wellness aspects.

A good day for the north down south

“It’s a good day to be a Runnin’ Jaguar.”

Recuperation cooperation

By JERRY HITCHCOCK

Done in from deep

NAMPA — The Post Falls Trojans tried to take away Option A from their opponent, but the Centennial Patriots showed they were pretty good at Option B.

Same song, different year

BOISE — The third time wasn’t any kinder to the St. Maries Lumberjacks.

SCHOOLS: No to 'libitards'

Again, Mike Patrick, you have outdone your Editorial and submissions of the libitard leftest in the letters to the editor from the likes of Scott Counts and Dennis the menace REUTER, and Chris Matthews, all of which fall into the Libitard category.

Legislative town hall Saturday

A mid-session legislative town hall meeting will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday in Post Falls.

Dine with friends, change the world

Dining for Women to host March 8 event

Rathdrum school wins character award

RATHDRUM — Students at Betty Kiefer Elementary School tilted their heads back in awe Thursday as three Spokane Empire football players walked down the hall.

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Dorothy Ellen (McCoy) Turnbow, 87

From pizza to postal

By RYAN COLLINGWOOD

History repeating itself

By BETHANY BLITZ

Ahlquist gets 'out front' in governor's race

By STEVE CAMERON

SCHOOLS: Double that yes

Tuesday, March 14 is the day to VOTE YES twice. YES, for the Coeur d’Alene school facilities bond. YES, for the maintenance and operations levy.

TRUMP: Fixing Obama's errors

On Feb. 22, Del Cameron shared his opinion in the Readers Write section of The Press. While everyone is entitled to their own opinion, I completely disagree with what he said The Liningers couldn’t have been more correct in what they wrote Feb. 15.

IDAHO: Leaders talk, listen

When I first visited Coeur d’Alene about six years ago, I found the area to be beautiful. After moving here I learned some of the history of the area.

LETTER: To Donald Trump

Dear Mr. President,

SCHOOLS: Live within budget

We’re having another vote on a school bond issue and a levy. Millions of dollars are being asked for. Why do the members of the school board think the taxpayers have so much money to throw at the schools?

SCHOOLS: Commit to quality

On March 14, patrons, residents and taxpayers of Coeur d’Alene SD No. 271 have the opportunity to reaffirm their commitment to quality public education by voting YES twice on the district’s maintenance and operations levy and a construction bond.

SCOUTS: Boost for boys

This is in support of Keith Boe’s observations about a 9-year-old girl wanting to be a boy and joining the Boy Scouts.

Bringing equality to rural schools

COEUR d’ALENE — One of the first things Judi Sharrett wondered when she began working in Idaho schools is why there were no services connecting rural schools with specialized professionals.

EDUCATION: Keep politics out

I went to both legislative town halls last weekend. Luke’s and Paul’s was very active; Redman’s, not so much.

DOLEZAL: Cease and desist

I read with dismay the cover story of Tuesday’s Press regarding Rachel Dolezal. Is her personal plight really any of our business? To report that she is almost homeless, unemployed and on food stamps while at the same time patting your backs that you broke the story back in May 2015; honestly, what were you thinking? The woman has already made it clear she identifies with black culture and feels like a black person; is that a crime? (Guess it must be in North Idaho.)

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St. Maries gets angry, blows past Melba

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Alley oop for the win

NAMPA — It's a set the Post Falls Trojans practice often, and run during games, with success.

Rushed with the press

MERIDIAN — The Timberlake Tigers might have thought their work was done when they beat the full-court press of the Sugar-Salem Diggers.

Lady Godiva took her taxing ride

It’s time to pay the piper.

Lantzy named Idaho Conservation League's artist-in-residence

COEUR d’ALENE — Local photographer Linda Lantzy has been selected as the 2017 artist-in-residence for the Idaho Conservation League.

How to enter your big game trophy on Idaho's records list

The Boone and Crockett Club, the Pope and Young Club, and the Longhunter Society each maintain lists of “record” sized specimens of big game animals from across all of North America. The Idaho Department of Fish and Game maintains a record list of big game animals from Idaho.

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Consumer Guy: Airline nearly strands 13-year-old

If you’ve been grounded by an obscure or confusing airline policy, you’re not alone.

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Robert E. ‘Bob’ Horton, 78

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Bob Templin, 93

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Jeanne Connolly Dean, 63

Bowling scores

Opinion: Scotchman Peaks bill needs revision

The following letter was sent to U.S. Sen. Jim Risch from several former and current Idaho Fish and Game Commissioners:

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Linda Joyce Feiler, 69

At College

Derek Bayley

Coldwell Banker CEO boosts Playground for All

Playground for All got quite a boost Wednesday when Mark Johnson, the president and CEO of Coldwell Banker, donated $5,000 to the project, which is building an accessible playground at Fernan STEM Academy.

Cardinal men fail to clinch

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Chiefs get past Everett

EVERETT — Spokane’s Kailer Yamamoto had a goal and three assists, leading the Chiefs past the U.S. Division leading Everett Silvertips 4-1 in Western Hockey League play in front of 3,519 on Wednesday at XFINITY Arena.

In the dark

By MAUREEN DOLAN

Frozen over

Photos by

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Dean Dee Dykes, 70

Season of Change

By DEVIN HEILMAN

Con-con a dud-dud, Senate decides

Well, that was a resounding no.

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John (Jack) Thomson

Group makes pitch for deputy pay hikes

COEUR d'ALENE — Kootenai County lost five sheriff’s deputies in 2016, people who moved on mostly to greener pastures to the west.

Plowing through to the finish

Barring another massive snowstorm — knock on berm — the Idaho high school winter sports season should end on schedule, with the completion of the state boys basketball tournaments in southern Idaho.

Northwest Notes

Sun Belt gives Vandals

Genesis Prep has eyes on title

1A DIVISION II

State high school boys basketball tournaments at a glance

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Barbieri pitches bill to keep legislators' communications from public

Rep. Vito Barbieri introduced legislation in Boise this morning that would exempt lawmakers’ communications from public disclosure.

Legals March 1, 2017

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS ALPINE MEADOWS PHASE 2 DISTRIBUTION IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT FOR ALPINE MEADOWS WATER & SEWER DISTRICT KOOTENAI, IDAHO Separate sealed Bids for the ALPINE MEADOWS PHASE 2 DISTRIBUTION IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT will be received by the Alpine Meadows Water and Sewer District c/o Welch Comer & Associates, Inc. located at 350 E. Kathleen Avenue in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, until 2:00 p.m. (Local Time), on MARCH 9, 2017, and then at said office publicly opened and read aloud. All interested individuals are welcome to attend. The scope of work is generally described as follows: Base Bid: Shall consist of installation of approximately 2,200 lineal feet of 10-inch waterline within the right-of-way along Hudlow Road, service line reconnection and one booster pump at service location, and ARV installation on Grand Tour Drive. Add Alternate No. 1: Shall consist of installation of approximately 780 lineal feet of 10-inch waterline within right-of-way along Hudlow Road. Add Alternate No. 2: Shall consist of installation of approximately 440 lineal feet of 10-inch waterline within right-of-way along Hudlow Road. Add Alternate No. 3: Shall consist of tie-in to existing waterline at the end of Base Bid. Add Alternate No. 4: Shall consist of tie-in to existing waterline at the end of Add Alternate No. 1. All work shall be in accordance with the attached Contract Plans and these Contract Provisions. The Bidding Documents may be examined at the following locations: Welch, Comer & Associates, Inc., 350 E. Kathleen Ave., Coeur d'Alene, ID 83815 Spokane Regional Plan Center, 209 N. Havana St., Spokane, WA 99202 Abadan Regional Plan Center, 603 E. Second Avenue, Spokane, WA 99202 Idaho AGC Online Plan Room, http://www.idahoagc.org/plan-centers/ An Electronic version of the Bidding Documents may be obtained at no cost upon a written request (sent via fax or email) to Lina Turner at [email protected]. Planholder's Lists and Addenda are available at http://www.welchcomer.com/bid-info/. A Bid shall be enclosed in an opaque sealed envelope plainly marked with the Project title, name and address of Bidder, and shall be accompanied by the Bid security and other required documents. If the Bid is sent through the mail or other delivery system, the sealed envelope containing the Bid shall be enclosed in a separate envelope plainly marked on the outside with the notation "BID ENCLOSED". Bids delivered by facsimile machine or other electronic means will not be accepted. A pre-bid walk through is scheduled at the project site, at the corner of Grand Tour and Hudlow, on February 28, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. A Public Works Contractor License for the State of Idaho is required to be AWARDED this work. All bids shall contain one of the following forms of Bidder's security in an amount equal to five percent (5%) of the total Base Bid and all add alternates, made payable to OWNER: a) Bidder's Bond executed by a surety company qualified to conduct business in the State of Idaho, b) Certified Check, c) Cashier's Check, or d) Cash. OWNER reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Dated this 22nd day of February, 2017 /s/ Kim Ann Erk, President LEGAL 7098 FEB 22, 2017 MAR 1, 2017

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Mr. Templin was Mr. Hospitality

Another monumental loss in our community with word on Tuesday of the passing of

Uncertain financial times call for careful planning

As the majority of states face large budget shortfalls this year, Idaho is an exception. Our state is one of few in the nation that projects a surplus, which means that we will have a bit more revenue coming in than we anticipated (whether we have as much revenue as we need can be debated).

Contested competency hearing in shooting case

SANDPOINT — A contested competency hearing is pending in the case of a Blanchard man who allegedly shot and wounded two Bonner County sheriff’s deputies who tried to arrest him earlier this year.

Local students qualify for state geography bee

Knowledge of geography has earned eight Kootenai County students the chance to compete at this year’s Idaho Geographic Bee.

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Looking forward to spring

We know from our day to day conversations with customers in the shop that winter has worn on all of us a bit this year. We are happy for our many friends that have been able to “bug out” to warmer and drier climes. In the meantime though we will look forward to the spring release wines coming this year. We have had a preview with several we have tried recently and we are excited by the quality we have seen thus far.

CAT: Pursue the clues

“Tear Drops” will be the cat’s name as surely, many are shedding Tears for the helpless now deceased creature. My eyes are full of Tears.

Terry Lee: Wildlife artist living the good life

HAYDEN — There is a grizzly bear in Terry Lee’s house that looks more than willing to lumber across the room and rip your arm off.

Boomers, your volunteer spirit is needed

It's going to be a while before Maxine Nelson is ready to hang up her apron and call it quits.

School funding plan pleases educators

Local school officials are happy with the Idaho Legislature’s proposed a $100 million funding increase to the state’s public schools budget, which includes $62 million to fund the third year of the career ladder for teachers.

Divorce mistakes: Part I

The next few articles will cover some of the common mistakes people make in the process of divorce that make it more costly, with the first articles addressing financial mistakes and latter articles addressing child and family centered issues.

Cd'A Viking Booster Club announces Artists of the Month

The Coeur d’Alene Viking Booster Club announced the following Artists of the Month for January.

SCHOOLS: A sound investment

Please turn out and vote “YES” for the upcoming Coeur d’Alene Public School’s M & O Levy and Bond being held on March 14th. The youth of our community are our future and we need to invest in them.

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SHEPPERD: Heartfelt tribute

When I read of Jim Shepperd’s death, I could only think of what a good man he was and how blessed I am to have known him. In all my years of reporting for the Coeur d’Alene Press from the mid-90s to 2013, he was one of the best people I had the privilege to spend time with, to write about and get to know.

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Nancy Hanvey, 87

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Cindy Cae Roth, 60

SCHOOLS: For better community

Regardless of whether you have children in school, the education of the children in your community has a direct impact on the success of the community, to include crime rates and income levels, just to name a few.

CAT: Keep it up, Brian

I wanted to send a brief note regarding the Coeur d’Alene Press and Brian Walker.

Car shooter conviction upheld

COEUR d'ALENE — Before appealing the verdict, Daniel Montgomery was found guilty in September 2015 of unlawful discharge of a firearm into an occupied vehicle near his Coeur d'Alene home.

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Arlo Oscar Erickson, 86

Science standards and the environment

The Press article of Feb 16, "Temporary science standards proposal passes," references Rep. Syme as urging rejection of certain passages of the proposed science standards for Idaho students because “they don’t teach both sides of the debate” dealing with climate and human impact on the environment. I would like to introduce just one of the standards rejected by the Legislature.

BIAS: Seek and find

Is the mainstream media biased? You can examine many issues but one of the most telling is gun control. How often does the press report positive news about the use of a firearm by a private citizen in self-defense or the prevention of a crime?

Making his point with a pin

After sitting out his junior year of wrestling due to a knee injury, St. Maries High senior Dylan Edwards wasn’t even sure if he’d wrestle again.

Headache pain and medication solutions

Headache and migraine pain are common conditions with over 37 million sufferers in the United States alone. Some folks know when their pain started, such as an accident or sports injury. Others don’t.

National Nutrition Month challenges consumers to 'put their best fork forward'

March marks National Nutrition Month with a new theme every year chosen by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Each theme is intended to encourage healthy habits. This year’s theme is “Put Your Best Fork Forward.” Although there is a new theme every year, they seem to encompass the same message — a reminder to make healthy choices in our lives with sound nutrition and physical activity. It was first celebrated in March 1973 as National Nutrition Week, but became a month-long observance in 1980 as nutrition became the talk of the public. National Nutrition Month enables Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (RDNs), the nutrition experts, to deliver evidence-based nutrition advice to the public in an efficient manner. Although RDNs are always available to provide up-to-date nutrition information to consumers, campaigns and activities throughout National Nutrition Month enhances learning experiences.

What makes us different from a home or cottage?

Exclusively Memory Care Every aspect of Creekside Inn is oriented toward meeting the needs of your loved one with memory loss, Alzheimer’s Disease and other forms of dementia.

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Three questions to ask when looking for the right builder

Though builders might generally use similar tools and materials when building homes, not all are alike when it comes to things like technique, training and customer service. Finding the right builder whose business approach aligns well with your personal preferences is essential to a pleasant home-building experience.

BOND: Details clearly stated

I wanted to respond to the letter “Schools: Bond specifics wanted,” in Sunday’s paper. The Coeur d’Alene School District has worked diligently to get good information into the voters’ hands and be as transparent as possible. In direct contrast to what was said in this LTE, detailed information regarding the levy and bond can be easily found by navigating to the district’s homepage at www.cdaschools.org and then clicking on the “M&O Levy/Bond” tab.

NOBLE: Mussels and more

It is heartening that the “State Muscles Up for Fight Against Mussels” (Feb. 22, 1917) is firmer shielding of Lake Coeur d’Alene from mussels’ invasion. I urge people to expand that needed, noble goal to include focusing on other vital threats to our safety, well-being and flourishing.

SPEECH: OK; heckling, not OK

Regarding the Coeur d’Alene Press article Feb. 22 on the front page of the Local section, “Wanted: Crapo, Risch,” to you folks who have had over one hour Tuesday meetings in the Coeur d’Alene offices of Sen. Crapo and Sen. Risch demanding a public town hall (i.e. opportunity to heckle, scream and get publicity) meeting. My answer is Yes, you have the right of free speech in our country.

SOLDIER: Feds slight his service

After reading the article in Guest Opinion written by Barbara Hornby, telling of her hero husband, Edward Hornby, a vet exposed to Agent Orange in Vietnam and their lifelong battle with our grateful government and the VA for any kind of compensation despite fathering a son born with Spina Bifida, a recognized symptom of Agent Orange exposure.

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Cancer warriors unite

Sometimes you are fortunate in life to meet people that come into your life in the most unexpected way. This person I met was at the Race for the Cure for Breast Cancer, a few years ago and I consider myself lucky to know him. His lovely sister-in-law and wife introduced us. This person has the innate ability to lift you up every time you think of them and especially when you see them. So this past week we had lunch, and as always my heart was full of strength and determination to care for our cancer patients in our community, so they are not isolated and afraid as they become a warrior.

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The computer called 'Liver'

The liver is one of the most incredible organs in our body. When you look at it, it just looks like a boring slab of meat. No special characteristics, but it has an astonishing array of functions. Then you look at a heart with its 4 chambers, different types of valves, arteries and veins, an intriguing array of chordae, muscles and the way it moves. Yet with all that, its functions are limited — to pump blood from the body to the heart, then back to the body again, in an endless cycle.

Sheriff's Log

The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office received 92 calls for service between 6 a.m. Monday, Feb. 27, and 5:59 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 28.