Ellington

State prep girls basketball media poll

Week 9 (Final)

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Charles Patrick Potts, 54

Today's ghastly groaner

You can distinguish between an alligator and a crocodile by paying attention to whether the animal sees you later or in a while.

Sovenski sentence includes jail, fine

COEUR d’ALENE — A Hayden man who was acquitted of a hate crime for an altercation with a group of Spokane teenagers last summer at a Coeur d’Alene McDonald’s was sentenced Tuesday for misdemeanor battery.

Beware of the FaceTime bug

If you have FaceTime on your Apple device you may want to disable it. A bug was recently discovered that potentially lets callers eavesdrop on people they were calling even though the recipient didn’t pick up the call.

Back with the Blue

COEUR d’ALENE — Out since early in the season, Coeur d’Alene High junior Gavin Sherar made his return to the mat on Wednesday night count.

Post Falls's Hughes signs with Chiefs

SPOKANE — Post Falls native Bear Hughes has signed a WHL Standard Player Agreement with the Spokane Chiefs.

Time runs out again on shot clock

To the dismay of many in North Idaho — but not everybody — a shot clock won’t be coming to high school basketball in Idaho soon.

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Kara Story

Idaho sled dog race joins elite ranks

COUNCIL — On a crisp, chilly Monday morning, Laurie Warren prepared her teammates for their upcoming race, checking joints and feet for any sign of injury, doling out vitamins and chopping whole, frozen salmon to serve as breakfast, lunch and dinner on the trail.

Tax-Aide to the rescue

By DEVIN WEEKS

Idaho Fish and Game collecting input for latest upland plan

It’s apropos that Panhandle game managers were not part of the upland game planning team to draft the state’s upland hunting plan for the next five years.

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Unnatural landscapes are natural places for game

We hunted the railroad rights of way mostly for hare, ruffed grouse and the occasional pheasant that tucked itself into the brambles and sumac, and then flushed up cackling with all the color of autumn.

Arrest could help solve several local cases

A fugitive with a lengthy criminal history was arrested Tuesday by Rathdrum Police.

Julie Meier Writers Competition begins

The Julie Meier Writers Competition is underway for its 30th year at the Coeur d’Alene Public Library.

Robust market expected to continue

COEUR d'ALENE — The local real estate market is expected to continue to sizzle in 2019, but industry followers say it still won't be at the unhealthy pace of another bubble.

MLP: Yes, plurals are fun (and fickle)

To her fans, few and deluded as they may be, the contrite Mrs. Language Person extends her dubious apologies. Today’s offering is neither her own nor particularly illuminating. No, Dear Readers, today she seeks merely to entertain and be done with it, off to nurse another grueling headache (Snitty Old Bitties are naturally prone to them, you see).

Post Falls pins down Lewiston

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Additional Isenberg daughters plead guilty to wire fraud, theft

Two more daughters of Lori Isenberg were in federal court Wednesday where they pleaded guilty to charges stemming from their participation in a wire fraud and federal program theft scheme with their mother.

Time for your wellness exam

Your doctor wants to see you.

The toddler who won't sleep

Four kids. Four sleep training fails.

A reason to smile

Kenzlie Maloney used to get very nervous about going to the dentist, but a positive experience changed the 7-year-old Rathdrum girl’s outlook on having her teeth cleaned and polished.

Free health support from your smartphone

Your little personal supercomputer can change your life.

Telling yourself the truth

Many people have a great “BS” meter when they are with other people; they can just

The best diet

In a time when diets are frequently talked about, I’m often asked, “What is the best diet out there?”

All about deep tissue massage - ask the expert

The expert: Tysandra Gillis, a massage therapist of Hayden Health & Wellness.

A pro on probiotics

Question: What do probiotics do, and are they actually helpful?

Chronic tension and headaches

Millions have tension headaches that are caused by chronic tension in the muscles of the neck, head, and shoulders. Most of those who suffer from these headaches try muscle relaxers and painkillers.

HPV free Idaho

We all know someone who has had it. Many of us have lost a loved one to it. Some of us know a survivor. A rare encounter would be meeting someone who has never been affected by it somehow in their lifetime. Cancer. The second leading cause of death in Idaho.

Ask The Expert - The Benefits Of Yoga

The Expert: Karen Sprute-Francovich founded Coeur d’Alene’s Garden Street School of Yoga in 2001, and has steadily grown it into a thriving community of local teachers and practitioners. The studio offers several yoga and meditation classes for different demographics and skill sets, including a beginner’s course that aims to teach core practices and create a strong foundation in yoga.

Legals January 30, 2019

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 JOHN WILLIAM BURKE, Deceased. Case No.: CV28-19-0293 (I.C.15-3-801) NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Laurel S. Burke was duly appointed as 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 within 60 days after the undersigned mailed or delivered a copy of this Notice to such persons, whichever is later, 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 24th day of January, 2019. CRANDALL LAW GROUP, PLLC /s/ Jeffery J. Crandall Jeffery J. Crandall 8596 N. Wayne Dr., Ste. B Hayden, ID 83835 Attorney for Personal Representative CDA LEGAL 1080 AD# 264136 JANUARY 30, FEBRUARY 6, 13, 2019

Girls get creative

COEUR d’ALENE — There are no right answers in this class, and no wrong ones, either.

Fleming's dash wins it for Post Falls

POST FALLS — For 31 minutes and 59 seconds, Post Falls hadn’t led all night.

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Joshua Brendon Stores, 44

AMERICANS: Let's make a deal

I read the hatred in the newspaper everyday. I see the violence on TV. I hear the screams of hungry children. I have seen people die because they could not afford health care in this country. There are the cries of homeless men and women. Big companies want to come in and pollute our water, air and land.

NATO: Do the math

The following is a message I sent our rep;

Snow removal changes bring flurry of reactions

By BRIAN WALKER

Girls hoops just seems more fun

Now I remember.

The heart of the matter

When you think of a disease that has the most controversy, it is the heart. Yet, for all intents and purposes, it is the most simplistic. What really matters to the heart is what is present to nourish it. Nourishment allows it to function. The lack thereof causes it to struggle to function. While there are many fancy names for the varying ways the heart can struggle, the way it responds to what goes into the mouth (or what doesn’t go into the mouth) is what matters the most.

So this is what real leaders do

We searched through the pages of Mayoral Responsibilities for Dummies and couldn’t find what we were looking for there.

Basketball, bowling, gymnastics and more

COEUR d’ALENE RECREATION

Midtown project materializing

COEUR d’ALENE — A chunk of midtown property along Fourth Street, a dozen blocks from downtown Coeur d’Alene, will likely turn into a mixed-residential and retail complex.

New school, old school

Just after Christmas and during the week leading up to New Years we tried two great new wines. In many ways the wines could not be more different, while at the same time both posses many similarities. Not in flavor profile or winemaking, but in lineage and history. At the same time with these similarities, the wines are a study in wine made in a newer style vs. coming from the old-school process of grape growing, style and wine making. These contrasts and similarities are what makes wine so intriguing for the consuming public.

NATO: Globalist agenda alert

I was pleased to read in the Coeur d’Alene Press that Representative Russ Fulcher voted with all my other favorite Congressmen to oppose a “lock-in” of our involvement with the North Atlantic Treaty Organization. As the European Union continues to force their weaker members to accept overwhelming numbers of migrants, many worry that NATO will be the enforcement mechanism used to compel obedience. We don’t want our country to get suckered into a world war to secure the rights of EU bureaucrats to flood European countries in pursuit of some globalist agenda.

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Leo Vinzant

DEBT: Weighing us down

Regarding the national debt (as publicly reported), one million in $100 bills weighs approximately 22 pounds. One billion weighs 22,000 pounds. One trillion weighs 22,000,000 pounds. That’s 22 million pounds, folks! Do you see where this is going? 21 trillion weighs 462,000,000 pounds — 231,000 tons. More than two nuclear powered aircraft carriers. Can you now fathom what our elected officials have saddled present taxpayers and future generations with?

Stolen vehicle, chase suspect flees police

By BRIAN WALKER

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Carter Friesz

Today's ghastly groaner

While walking past a farm, Fred noticed a pig with a wooden leg.

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Safety Fest of the Great Northwest registration open

North Idaho College will offer free safety training at the 11th annual Safety Fest of the Great Northwest, Feb. 20 to 22 at the NIC Workforce Training Center in Post Falls. Registration is now open at www.nic.edu/safetyfest. Some classes have already filled and others are filling quickly.

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Edward Richard Santos Jr., 80

Covert ops create award night surprise

Last week Ryan Davis was honored with the Post Falls Citizen of the Year award. With homage to the late Paul Harvey, here’s the rest of the story.

Hayden auto burglary suspects arrested

A trio of teens arrested Tuesday by Kootenai County Sheriff’s deputies are accused of burglarizing multiple vehicles in Hayden.

Isenberg pleads to fraud, theft

COEUR d’ALENE — The former director of the North Idaho Housing Coalition pleaded guilty Tuesday in federal court to three counts of wire fraud and one count of federal program theft for embezzling more than a half million dollars from the coalition where she worked.

Fast Five with the Greenbriar's Ryan Roberge

Tell us about yourself

SCOUTS: Boys should be boys

Boy Scouts of America, you have lost my support!

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Donna Mae Daskam, 83

Do-over scheduled for Parks Commission meeting

City officials in Coeur d’Alene announced on the city’s website that all actions taken at the Jan. 28 Parks and Recreation Commission meeting are void, and agenda items will be reheard Feb. 25 at 5:30 p.m. in the Community Room of Coeur d’Alene Public Library.

MEDICAID: Do your duty

Governor Little and members of the Idaho Legislature, please enact Medicaid expansion as passed by the voters — simply, easily and without any more red tape.

Feeling pumped

Dalton Gardens and Hayden have the lowest gas prices in the state at an average of $2.24 per gallon.

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Bradley Kent Anderson, 50

Gennett, Mitchell spark Trojans

POST FALLS — Colby Gennett totaled 21 points, 11 rebounds, two assists, two blocked shots and two steals as the Post Falls Trojans beat the Lewiston Bengals 71-58 in 5A Inland Empire League play Tuesday night at The Arena.

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Low level laser therapy for sports injuries

Rehabilitation of sports injuries is all about one thing, getting back in the game as fast as possible. We are finding low level laser therapy is accomplishing this in a fast, safe and effective way. Dr. Oz has actually called it the “no-pill pain buster.”

Violent Crimes Task Force seeks Hoopii

The North Idaho Violent Crimes Task Force (NIVCTF) is seeking information leading to the apprehension of Virgil Hoku Hoopii.

Short takes -- Brief comments on big issues

With the start of the 2019 legislative session in Idaho and the continual turmoil in Washington, there is an overload of fodder for political commentary. Here are some brief comments on several of the issues swirling around the political sphere.

Idaho Supreme Court hears Medicaid expansion arguments

BOISE (AP) — The Idaho Supreme Court heard arguments Tuesday in a lawsuit from a conservative group challenging the constitutionality of a voter-approved initiative to expand Medicaid.

Lakeside girls clinch North Star League title

PLUMMER — A third-quarter rally by the Lakeside girls not only helped the Knights beat visiting Clark Fork on Monday night ... it helped Lakeside clinch the North Star League title.

Legals January 29, 2019

NOTICE OF ADVERTISEMENT FOR REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS The Board of Trustees of Coeur d'Alene School District 271 will be accepting sealed bids at the office of the Clerk of the Board located at the District Administrative Center at 1400 N. Northwood Center Court, Coeur d'Alene, Idaho 83814, on or before February 19, 2019, until the hour of 2:00 p.m. of said day for the procurement of: 1) NETWORK SWITCHES 2) NETWORK FIREWALL Bids will be opened at the District Administrative Center at 2:00 p.m. on said date. All interested individuals are welcome to attend. Bid forms, instructions and specifications are available to interested bidders at the District Administrative Center, or on the district webpage www.cdaschools.org. All bids shall be presented or otherwise delivered to the Clerk of the Board under sealed envelope with the concise statement, "SEALED PROPOSAL -NETWORK SWITCHES" and/or "SEALED PROPOSAL - FIREWALL" marked on the outside. Bids will not be accepted via facsimile or e-mail. Any bid received after the hour of 2:00 p.m. on February 19, 2019, will not be considered. The right is reserved to reject any or all bids for any reason whatsoever. Dated this 22nd day of January, 2019. Lynn Towne, Clerk of the Board Coeur d'Alene School District 271 CDA LEGAL 1043 AD# 262486 JANUARY 22, 29, 2019

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Retired Educators meeting today

North Idaho Retired Educators will meet today at 11 a.m. for the group’s monthly meeting and lunch at the Post Falls Senior Center, 1215 E. Third Ave.

Pick your party

COEUR d’ALENE — A push is on to drive political party identification into city council elections in Idaho.

Coin theft spree continues

COEUR d’ALENE — Although charges were filed by police and a suspect was arrested, a Coeur d’Alene coin store robbery last year is an open case that has taken on national significance.

Movers and shakers

Social Security seminar planned

Let there be art Venture gets creative with new offering

COEUR d’ALENE — The absence of an art program at Venture High School hasn’t gone unnoticed by students or faculty.

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Gloria E. Ulvan, 92

Atlas park plan takes shape

By RALPH BARTHOLDT

Protect your heart

By DIANE PENKERT

MLP: Lie vs. lay (reprised)

At the risk of repetition (but not redundancy, Dear Reader — that would mean restating an idea using different words), your Mrs. Language Person repeats and as requested, elaborates. Only upon fervent request would she lay the rules down yet again.

Today's ghastly groaner

The manager of a large office noticed a new man one day and told him to come into his office.

Student news

Gonzaga's quadrant quandary

LAST WEEK

ADVERTISING: ADVERTORIAL Pet Tips from Rathdrum Animal Clinic

Welcoming a new cat companion to your household can be exciting, but what happens when their instinct to scratch takes over?

Tickets available for Rathdrum Chamber's State of the Community Lunch

The Rathdrum Chamber of Commerce will host its State of the Community Luncheon on Feb. 21 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church in Rathdrum.

Rathdrum wants to hear from residents

RATHDRUM — Rathdrum officials want to know what citizens think the city’s next park should look like. They also want to hear from residents interested in updating its comprehensive plan.

ADVERTISING: ADVERTORIAL Is winter the right time to list your home?

By RICH DUSSELL

JUDD JONES: The Core Truth

By JUDD JONES

ADVICE: The Common-Sense Dog

By STEPHANIE VICHINSKY

Give us your best shot, North Idaho

Here’s the roundup of this month’s Best Shot photos from you, our readers.

Post Falls man dies in logging accident

A logging accident killed a Post Falls man Friday in Shoshone County.

Legals January 28, 2019

PUBLIC NOTICE REQUEST FOR BIDS Kootenai Hospital District d/b/a: Kootenai Health 2003 Kootenai Way Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814 Heart Center- Infusion Renovation 2003 Kootenai Health Way Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814 Request for Sealed Bids Pursuant to Idaho Code, Title 67, Chapter 28 (67-2805, paragraph 3) Bouten Construction Company, Construction Manager/General Contractor (CM/GC) will be accepting sealed bids for the following Bid Packages (BP) that are a part of this advertisement: BP #1: General trades BP #2: Framing & drywall BP #3: Painting BP #4: Acoustic ceilings BP #5: Floorcoverings BP #6: Fire sprinklers BP #7: Plumbing BP #8: HVAC and controls BP #9: Electrical Sealed bids for the above Bid Packages shall be HAND DE-LIVERED ONLY no later than Tuesday, February 5, at 10:00:00 AM (PST) to Kootenai Health (2003 Kootenai Health Way, Coeur d'Alene, ID) in the Bouten Construction Company construction office located on the second floor just off the North Lobby. Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud immediately following the deadline. Bids shall be addressed to: Bouten Construction Company c/o Kootenai Health Attention: Kreg Shelby, Senior Project Manager 2003 Kootenai Health Way Coeur d' Alene, ID 83814 Bidder shall clearly state on the bid envelope the specific Bid Package(s) that they are bidding. It is the responsibility of the bidder to ensure that the sealed proposals are received at the bid opening location listed above by the advertised deadline. Bids received after the date and time stated above will not receive consideration and will not be opened. Faxed, email, electronic, or verbal bids will not be accepted. No bidder may withdraw their bid after the advertised deadline. Successful bidders for these Bid Packages will be contracting direct with Bouten Construction Company using the stated agreement as set forth in the bid documents. Payment and Performance Bonds Successful bidders may be required to provide a Performance Bond and Payment Bond to be one hundred percent (100%) of the contract amount conditioned upon the faithful performance of the contract in accordance with the plans, specifications, and conditions thereof when a bid price exceeds $200,000. Bidder must use the form provided in the bid documents. Idaho License Bidder shall list on the Bid Form their current Idaho license number that covers the work for which they are bidding. Pre-Bid Meeting A pre-bid meeting will be conducted on Thursday, January 24 at 2:00 PM (PST) at the following location: Kootenai Health 2003 Kootenai Health Way Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814 In the Bouten Construction Company construction office located on the second floor just off the North Lobby. Bid Documents Bid documents can be examined and/or ordered at the bidder's expense at the following locations: Idaho Associated General Contractors 3895 N. Schreiber Way, Suite 100 Coeur d'Alene, ID 83816 Phone: 208/344-2531 www.idahoagc.org Spokane Regional Plan Center 209 North Havana Spokane, WA 99220 Phone: 509/328-9600 www.plancenter.net Inland Northwest Associated General Contractors 4935 E. Trent Avenue Spokane, WA 99212 Phone: 509/535-0391 www.nwagc.org Associated Builders and Contractors 12310 East Mirabeau Parkway, Suite 100 Spokane Valley, WA 99216 Phone: 509/534-0826 www.ipcabc.org Standard Digital Print Co. 256 W. Riverside Avenue Spokane, WA 99201 Phone: 509/624-2985 www.sbprint.com Bouten Construction Company 627 N. Napa Street Spokane, WA 99202 Phone: 509/535-3531 Construction Manager/General Contractor Bidding Bouten Construction Company will be bidding Bid Package #1 Rejection of Bids Kootenai Health reserves the right to reject any or all bids and the right to waive any informalities or irregularities in any bids received. Questions Bidders may direct questions regarding the bid process to: Bouten Construction Company Construction Manager/General Contractor P.O. Box 3507 Spokane, WA 99220 Phone: 509/535-3531 Attention: Kreg Shelby, Senior Project Manager kregs@boutenconstruction.com All questions and answers will be published via addendum during the bid period. Questions are due by 5:00 PM (PST) Wednesday, January 30, 2019. Questions received after January 30, 2019, will not be answered. DO NOT present questions to Kootenai Health, architect or engineers. CDA LEGAL 1031 AD# 262108 JANAUARY 21, 28, 2019

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Valerie Elaine Sandaker

Shutdowns open scam doors to government websites

If the government shuts down again in a few weeks, some of its websites might be inaccessible because of expired security certificates. Each government agency is responsible for keeping its security certificates updated, a process usually done annually. When agencies are shut down, however, certificates can expire.

ON THE AGENDA: Local government in action

Wednesday

Two Rathdrum urban renewal districts proposed

By BRIAN WALKER

Today's ghastly groaner

Where do you find a cow with no legs?

School and Senior Lunches

School menus

A place to play

POST FALLS — Trish Vanderveer of Post Falls rubbed two dice in her hands before blowing on them and rolling in hopes of a full house, although a Yahtzee would have been welcome too.

Warrants

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Magnetic north is moving

Our Earth’s geomagnetic field, also known simply as the planet’s magnetic field, protects us from the solar winds and deadly cosmic rays that would severely damage or destroy the ozone layer that shields our planet from ultraviolet radiation. Without the Earth’s magnetic field, there would likely be very little, if any, life on the planet as a large part of the atmosphere would be lost.

No Fish, no frenzy, less fun

So now I’ve seen the riotous rivalry.

A wayward pencil, a cheeseburger and other gym oddities

Bill Adams was a fiery coach during his two stints as boys basketball coach at Sandpoint High.

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Keith Ranger Edmundson, 44

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Brian Michael O’Donnell, 71

WATER: Adjudication warning

If you have a groundwater well in Kootenai County, you’re likely aware of the water rights adjudication process that has been underway for several years now. Like most new rules and regulations, the proclaimed intent behind this process sounds righteous, however the way the water rights are being determined is far from fair and will leave the door wide open to a very authoritarian interpretation of your water rights.

CASE NOT CLOSED Wylie Hunter is a convicted pot smuggler. He served 10 years in prison. Now he's trying to put North Idaho's legal system on trial

Early last year, a Coeur d’Alene defense attorney sought help from a high-profile law firm in Wyoming, spelling out a series of grievances aimed at the local judiciary.

Milestone Announcements

MILESTONE BIRTHDAY

Coeur d'Alene handles 4A IEL-leading Moscow

MOSCOW — Kale Edwards scored 23 points and Mayson Blakeley-Whittaker scored 10 of his 17 points in the fourth quarter, leading the Coeur d’Alene Vikings, in second place in the 5A Inland Empire League, past the 4A IEL-leading Moscow Bears 73-60 on Saturday at Bear Den.

Businesses relocate from Sherman to Fourth Street

Two businesses have moved from 1602 E. Sherman Ave. to the (west) Spruce Street side of 1701 Fourth St.

GARAGE: Codify common sense

There comes a time when common sense is the right thing to do. The recent decision by the Coeur d’Alene Planning and Zoning Commission is unacceptable. If there isn’t a category that covers common sense decisions then it’s time that the mayor and City Council revise the Planning and Zoning Commission’s written guidelines to include making common sense decisions.

Passing the wintertime tests

Back in July, a Neighborhood of the Week feature focused on “thinking cold while it’s hot.” It was about shopping the real estate market in the summertime while still considering winter consequences. As we all well know, North Idaho isn’t all sunshine, rainbows and warm weather.

Ex-T-Wolf Simpson's big night sparks Cardinal women

- WOMEN

SHUTDOWN: Wanna bet?

Who thinks Donald Trump is opening the government for three weeks just so he can give his State of the Union address?

Today's ghastly groaner

Don Benito, the Spanish pirate, had acquired a mongrel that had been taught to bark once for “Si” and twice for “No.”

ABORTION: NY law lament

I find it disturbing that the day after a horrific law is signed in New York, there is not one mention of it in the liberal paper we have. It makes me sick to see the smiling faces of those signing the law giving women more “human rights.” But what about the human rights of that child?

DRIVER: Rude and reckless

Last week my granddaughter, a driver for under two months, was coming home from Hayden via Prairie to Post Falls. A big truck came up behind her and began tailgating her as she was doing 25 on an icy and snowy road. It was a big fancy truck.

PLOWED: And not pleased

“Hayden officials” have stated in The Press that my property, as shown in a picture in the newspaper, “isn’t even in Hayden.” I most definitely am in the city of Hayden, as our tax bill confirms, and am much further south than stated in Mr. Soderling’s weak response. And, as Mr. Soderling may have been implying, we did not, I repeat, did not build the pile in my picture. I most definitely observed our snow plows pile that snow up in front our property on Tuesday morning.

Everything goes Sandpoint's way on senior night

SANDPOINT — Midway through the second quarter, Priest River forward Abby Barnes nearly intercepted an entry pass intended for Sandpoint guard Maddie Morgan.

Golden wisdom from the golden bear

Golf has been a big part of my life. When I was growing up in St. Paul, Minn., I dreamed about making a living playing golf professionally. I wanted to be the next Ben Hogan, the top golfer at that time. When I was competing in the NCAA golf tournament as a member of the University of Minnesota golf team, I realized that wasn’t going to happen.

Why Hunter's case should matter to you

If you’re looking for a poster child in the quest to test judicial fairness in your backyard, Wiley Hunter isn’t a likely suspect.

Post Falls rumbles again

COEUR d’ALENE — Post Falls, spurred on by six individual champions, ran away with the team title at the ninth annual North Idaho Rumble on Saturday at Coeur d’Alene High.

CIVICS: Lessons sadly lost

You must know that across the country history and civic courses have been revised or eliminated, to follow in line with Jesse Jackson and the likes claiming that teaching these subjects is actually “racism!” They have succeeded in getting these subjects removed. It would have been better to have a responsible Black write a couple of chapters showcasing the great things Blacks have accomplished!

SUICIDE: Gun correlation mistaken

I am writing in response to Nick Gier’s article “What’s behind rise of suicide in U.S.” You make a few incorrect assumptions and jump to a conclusion that is all too easy.

Klondike Derby a golden opportunity

ATHOL — After an intense session of lashing together wooden poles, Boy Scouts of Troop 228 Coeur d'Alene stood them up and steadied them as Scout Carter Waldon climbed to reach a hanging target suspended in the trees.

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Lee C. Mowreader

Legals January 26, 2019

NOTICE OF STORAGE SALE A Better Storage Solution 995 N. Boulder Ct. Post Falls, ID 83854 Notice is hereby given that 12:00PM February 8th, 2019, a public auction will be held for the purpose of satisfying a landlord's lien on the contents of 3 storage units. The units can be viewed a full week prior to the auction held at www.bid13.com #502 Dustin Novak, 801 E. Medical Court, Post Falls, ID 83854 - Golf Clubs, Power Tools, Rocking Chairs, Trunks, Washing Machine #428 Dustin Novak, 801 E. Medical Court, Post Falls, ID 83854 - Planer, Snow Tires, Tools # 224 James Franz, 319 4th Street, Post Falls, ID 83854 - Tires, Furniture, Lamps, Coolers CDA LEGAL 1070 AD#263825 JANUARY 26, FEBRUARY 2, 2019

Vikings hold off Lake City

COEUR d’ALENE — After getting thrashed by their city rival by 29 points two weeks ago, the Lake City Timberwolves displayed much more fight in the rematch.

Making a turn toward big moments

Things are supposed to get a little easier the second time around, right?

Post Falls jumps out to early lead at Rumble

COEUR d’ALENE — Post Falls qualified 14 wrestlers for the semifinals of the the North Idaho Rumble, leading the 18-team tournament with 125.5 points after the first day on Friday at Coeur d’Alene High.

Fulcher explains NATO vote

COEUR d’ALENE — Idaho’s newest congressman, Rep. Russ Fulcher, said he hadn’t heard anything from his constituents about NATO before or since the NATO Support Act came up for a vote on Tuesday.

Cardinals get reversed

LA GRANDE, Ore. — Two weeks ago, North Idaho College handled NAIA Eastern Oregon at Christianson Gymnasium.

History on display at Hayden City Hall

The Hayden Historic Preservation Commission invites the public to view a new exhibit of old photographs of the city as it used to be. Photographs taken as early as 1920 are on view in the lobby of Hayden City Hall at 8930 N. Government Way. Old family pictures as well as shots of the original barns, schools, log cabins and homes of the founders of Hayden can be seen here.

A road runs through it Dalton residents weigh in on Fourth

COEUR d’ALENE — There’s a street in Dalton Gardens, a remnant really, named after a family whose roots go back more than a century.

Today's ghastly groaner

Did you hear about the two guys who were arrested for stealing a calendar?

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George Ronald Wood, 81

Impatient drivers worry crosswalk guard (and mom)

By DEVIN WEEKS

Movers and Shakers

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Shadow women’s First Team returns, joins WPSL as expansion club

NIC trustees respond to allegation 'falsehoods'

The NIC Board of Trustees does not routinely respond to articles in the press but we understand our athletic programs are very important to our community, as they are to us. We wish to clarify policy, and dispel recent falsehoods made about the college and our athletic programs. The Board fully supports the investigation into academic integrity violations as well as actions taken to address these violations. Decisions made thus far have been based on the results of the investigation. No other circumstances were involved. Academic integrity is the stalwart of educational institutions. This integrity ensures students obtain college credit for their efforts in their educational pursuits. NIC’s entire focus is educational opportunities for our students in safe learning environments. We have an exceptional accreditation status due largely to our policies and procedures of governance that support the academic success of our students and the high standard of ethics and integrity of our employees.

No signs of letting up

By BRIAN WALKER

Bayley earns shot at pro golf

Derek Bayley has had a lifelong goal of reaching the major leagues of golf — the PGA Tour.

On the field with a Hall of Fame human

I have to admit that I am not a huge sports fan and I don’t follow all of the statistics and stories about individuals and teams of any kind. But when The Press had a headline on the sports section that said in bold type, “Finally, Edgar gets the call!”, I was excited.

Lake City girls complete unbeaten run through 5A IEL

- GIRLS

Veterans, don't miss out on this benefit

Welcome to the New Year. I trust you are being vigilant about your resolutions, making this the best year ever.

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Government shutdown set to end

WASHINGTON, D.C. (AP) — Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell says the Senate will pass legislation on Friday that’s intended to reopen the government after a record 35-day shutdown.

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ARTICLE: Looking for logic

RE: City blows roof off common sense; If your article dated Jan. 22 is correct, what has happened to our logic? If your Planning and Zoning Commission is this critical, what are we the Coeur d’Alene taxpayers subject to next?

Cd'A considers delayed starts

A delayed start alternative to closing schools or keeping them open all day during inclement weather is being considered by the Coeur d'Alene School District.

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Molly Ellen Kyle

Today's ghastly groaner

A passenger in a taxi wanted to speak to the driver so she leaned forward and gently tapped him on the shoulder to get his attention.

Shocker! Hall votes made sense

Yep, Edgar’s in the Hall.

Lake City High School theater presents 'Almost, Maine'

All is not what it seems, on a cold, clear, moonless night in the middle of winter, in Almost.

Fast Five: STCU's Maren Maier

Tell us about yourself.

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FRIDAY

WALL: Buffer against hatred

I have never seen so much hatred in our politicians. Being a conservative and independent, I did not vote for Mr. Obama. Anyone who said he wanted to “fundamentally change America” was not going to get my vote. I had to accept him as our president and wait for the next election to elect someone who put America first and not go around apologizing for what this great country has done for the world.

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Lenora Jean Simon

County prepares to revisit building code verdict

By BRIAN WALKER

Lakeland girls win at Moscow for first time since 2011

- GIRLS

TRUMP: A harsh verdict

How did Trump escape the mandatory six-month jail sentence for using the Presidential Seal on his personal golf course? Trump has had more than 50 scandals in the first two years he’s been in office. Obama admitted he made mistakes, but he hadn’t had one scandal in his eight years in office.

PRESIDENTS: Tracing the odor

In response to Del Cameron’s “Sniff Test” opinion piece on Jan. 20, I would submit to him that the stench he smells is actually lingering from the administration of Barack Obama. He criticizes President Trump for attacking the press, yet never in our nation’s history has a vitriolic press been so deserving.

'Glass' goes full-throttle Shyamalan

Nobody knows how to baffle and frustrate audiences quite like M. Night Shyamalan.

Perils of plowing are eased by teamwork

HAYDEN — When it comes to cleaning up one of Mother Nature’s messes, conscientious public servants don’t care who gets the credit.

Avista: One is done

POST FALLS — Avista has officially closed the door on its proposed $5.3 billion merger with Canada-based Hydro One.

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Fred Pickett, 65

Helping guide the future

By BRIAN WALKER

Get the tax refund you deserve

Looking for free, fast tax prep? Look no further! Getting help is easy with Tax-Aide and MyFreeTaxes.

TRAPPING: No kill traps

To the 2019 Idaho Legislature, the House Resources and Conservation Committee, Fish and Game officials, Ed Schriever, Jonathan Oppenheimer of the Idaho Conservation League, Idaho Trappers Association and Justin Webb. In reference to the article in the Coeur d’Alene Press, Tuesday, Jan. 22, “New Idaho Wolf Trap Rules Set to Protect Dogs on Walks.”

NIC vs. Whitcomb: There's more to this story

Few things are exactly as they initially seem.

Don't fall for Dalton recall's scare tactics

I have lived in Dalton Gardens for 33 years. My two children were raised here. I love the quality of life Dalton Gardens provides, large 1-acre lots plus a sense of community you don’t find everywhere.

HOSPITALITY: At what cost?

After reading your article “A hand up for service, hospitality community” in the Monday, Jan. 21 Press, it kind of made my blood boil.

Armed robbery suspect accepts plea deal

COEUR d’ALENE — A 23-year-old Florida man who pleaded guilty Friday to robbing the Best Avenue Zip Trip at gunpoint could be sentenced to 20 years behind bars.

VOTE: Credit union decision

Members of P1FCU are being asked to vote on whether the credit union should convert to a state charter and cancel their federal charter, so that the business can expand to geographic locations not available to them under the federal charter. There is a serious list of costs adding up to $314,000 attached to just the conversion process, but the arguments for the conversion do not include the cost of building/leasing new facilities in the new locations in which they wish to expand.

Legals January 24, 2019

NOTICE OF INVITATION TO BID NOTICE TO SUB-CONTRACTORS: BY GINNO CONSTRUCTION COMPANY FOR: ADDITION AND REMODEL TO LAKES MIDDLE SCHOOL 930 N 15th Street Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814 AS FOLLOWS: General Sub-Construction Bids for this project shall be received as follows: BIDS shall be due WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2019 at 3:30 p.m. at the office of Ginno Construction Company, 3893 N Schreiber Way, Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. PRE-BID CONFERENCE: shall be WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 30, 2019 at 3:30 p.m. at LAKES MIDDLE SCHOOL, 930 N 15TH STREET, COEUR D' ALENE, IDAHO. Plans and specifications, bid forms, forms of agreement, etc., may be obtained by bona fide mechanical, electrical and plumbing sub-bidders, and suppliers at www.ginnoplanroom.com. Complete bidding documents for this project are available in electronic form only, by downloading the documents (at no charge) or by purchasing hard copy documents (at bidders expense) from the plan room noted above. To be added to the official plan holders list and insure notification of addenda, bidders must register at the plan room noted above. The Architect and Owner will not be responsible for partial sets of documents obtained from reprographics companies or plan centers. Any and all errors or omissions resulting from the failure of the Subcontractor or material supplier to become familiar with the documents in their entirety will be corrected at the Contractor's expense. Questions regarding this Notice of Advertisement for bids shall be directed to the office of Longwell + Trapp Architects, 8382 N. Wayne Dr, Ste. 204, Hayden, ID 83835. Phone number of General Contractor - Ginno Construction company is (208) 667-5560. Phone number of Architect is (208) 772-0503, Project Architect: Cory Trapp, AIA. Bid forms, Bidders instructions, drawings and specifications may be examined at the following locations: - www.ginnoplanroom.com - Abadan Plan Room, Spokane, Washington - Spokane Regional Plan Center, Spokane, Washington - Associated Builders & Contractors, Spokane, Washington - Longwell + Trapp Architects Idaho law requires that all bidders have an Idaho Public Works Contractor's License, as provided for by the Public Works Contractors License Act. CDA LEGAL 1011 AD# 261225 JANUARY 17, 24, 2019

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Chukars on the heels of heroes

There are many reasons to miss a flying chukar with a swinging shotgun, and I find hunters are too hard on themselves.

Coeur d'Alene Shopko's pharmacy will close

By KAYE THORNBRUGH

Leaf got 'em ready for the varsity for many years

One thing that kept Craig Leaf coming back to coach the freshman football team at Coeur d’Alene High all these years was, he was there to teach the ninth-graders more than just the game of football.

IDFG commish decides today on fewer moose, goat hunts

Declining hunter success rates and longer hunts are among reasons that Idaho Fish and Game is considering cutting back on the Panhandle moose harvest.

Cardinals power past Spokane

- MEN

Families Feeding Families to fill food needs in February

In the time between the charitable giving of the holiday season and the fruitful bounty of summer, North Idaho's food assistance programs find themselves in a late-winter lull.

Those durn berms Wet dumper made plowing even tougher than usual

HAYDEN — Wednesday’s wet, heavy snowfall made the morning miserable for many a Hayden resident.

RECORDS

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If you have a password, you need to read this

It takes a thief less than 12 seconds to crack a 4-digit numerical code.

Fired NIC wrestling coach denies academic violations

By BRIAN WALKER

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Slick roads halt

Scouting nears historic shift Girls welcome in new Scouts BSA

For years, Rachel Peck watched with pangs of sadness and envy as her brother, Andrew, worked his way up to Eagle Scout, proudly filling his sash with merit badges.

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Today's ghastly groaner

Well, I named my horse Mayo.

MLP: Homo, hetero and even capito

Editor’s note: Our favorite SOB (Snitty Old Bitty) still can’t type, but with her unbroken paw she can dust off some of her favorite columns. Here’s one of them.

Right where he wants to be

COEUR d’ALENE — The first decision when it came to RayQuan Evans’ college career was fairly easy.

Legals January 23, 2019

SUMMARY OF POST FALLS ORDINANCE NO. 1355 The City of Post Falls, Kootenai County, Idaho hereby gives notice of the adoption of Post Falls Ordinance No. 1355, annexing property consisting of approximately 4.7 acres, situates in the southeast quarter of Section 32, Township 51 North, Range 5 West, Boise Meridian, Kootenai County, Idaho and zoning said annexed property as Low Density Single-Family Residential (R-1) as more fully described in the full text of the ordinance; providing repeal of conflicting ordinances and providing severability. The ordinance is effective upon publication of this summary. The full text of Ordinance No. 1355 is available at Post Falls City Hall, 408 Spokane Street, Post Falls, ID 83854 in the office of the city clerk. Shannon Howard, City Clerk CDA LEGAL 1048 AD# 262598 JANUARY 23, 2019

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JUDGMENTS

CLIMATE: Healthy skepticism

My thanks go out to Douglas Harro for his work in debunking some dubious facts in Randy Mann’s Nov. 26 column. You have done all Coeur d’Alene Press readers a service.

Ask Hayden Health

Dear Dr. Wendy,

Prairie now, NExA later

By JUDD WILSON

Wrestling, gymnastics, bowling and more

ELKS HOOP SHOOT

Fast Five with Earthly Beauty Bar's Lacey Moen

Tell us about yourself.

Tale of the trails Cd'A focuses on taking care of popular paths

COEUR d’ALENE — With several new walking and bicycle trails being added to the city’s 23-mile trail repertoire, the City Council this month approved a plan for a $75,000 piece of equipment to maintain the public’s paved paths.

Community roots deep for Jacklins

When Glenn Jacklin retires at the end of January, it will be the end of an era — one that began in 1936 during the Great Depression when his grandfather, Arden, founded Jacklin Seed Company. For the first time in 83 years there won’t be a Jacklin working in the family business.

House helps Wallace girls top Kootenai

- GIRLS

North Idaho lawmakers propose end to legal abortion

POST FALLS — State Reps. John Green and Heather Scott unveiled a draft of their Idaho Abortion Human Rights Act on Tuesday. The bill would end the exemption for abortion from Idaho murder laws. The authors say the exemption is inconsistent with the state constitution’s protection of life.

Rathdrum projects planned amid record growth

By BRIAN WALKER

Sciatica: Understanding the cause and finding relief

Sciatica is one of the more common back pain complaints that bring patients to a chiropractor. It presents as a set of symptoms, including pain, usually beginning in the lower back. The pain often travels down the leg. Patients also report numbness, tingling, muscle weakness, or difficulty moving or controlling the leg.

New 'heart and soul' for Lake City Center kitchen

For 30 years, Lake City Center has served the social, nutritional and educational needs of senior citizens. More than 300 people utilize the facility and services each day.

POLITICIANS: What's in a name

Concerning the hypocrisy of the typical politician, Ralph Waldo Emerson quipped, “…the louder he talked of his honor, the faster we counted our spoons…”

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Now is the time

Every year on the first Saturday of February, Hospice of North Idaho holds their wine taste event. It is the single largest fundraiser for Hospice, and the premier wine event of the year here in North Idaho. Mary and I have worked with Hospice of North Idaho on the event for six years now. I have been on the board going on five years, and we can tell you with certainty from our involvement that this is one of the most worthwhile nonprofit organizations in all of the Northwest. The organization does simply extraordinary work, delivered with compassion and grace in the most trying of circumstances. We could not be more proud of our affiliation with Hospice.

PROGRESSIVES: Roar, or whimper

Reading comments from reporter Caroline Lobsinger seemed to place Ms. Schroeder on the bra burning pulpit of the day!

Needles over narcotics - acupuncture needles that is!

There has been much in the press of late regarding the opioid crisis. The addiction rate to opioids is skyrocketing at such an alarming rate that it deserves the attention it is getting and more. According to the NIH National Institute on Drug Abuse, “Opioids are a class of drugs that include the illegal drug heroin, synthetic opioids such as fentanyl, and pain relievers available legally by prescription, such as oxycodone (OxyContin), hydrocodone (Vicodin), codeine, morphine, and many others.”

CLIMATE: The constructive approach

The whole global warming debate is centered on the wrong issue. It doesn’t matter whether humans are at fault or not. What matters is whether we can affect the phenomenon in a way that helps us.

Today's ghastly groaner

Sign on a newly opened business:

No place to park common sense

The starving anti-regulation crowd was served a steaming feast in Coeur d’Alene.

SLEEP: Apply simple test

Studies suggest later school start times would help sleepy students. Did the studies that make this case identify if torpor teenagers are a result of the quantity and quality of sleep or the timing of sleep (circadian rhythm)? If the latter, then moving school start time will affect different people differently, so the average effect is unknown. If it is the quantity of sleep and not the timing, then the CDC, AMA and AAP don’t appreciate what every single American knows as an absolute fact, people stay up later when they don’t have to get up as early. “Don’t stay up late, it’s a school night” said every parent every Sunday through Thursday night.

'Freedom Tree' a fire casualty

By BRIAN WALKER

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Katy Ryan

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Betty Jane (Berlin) Young, 86

SPEAKER: A worthy champion

“Everyone thinks to change the world but no one thinks to change himself.” Leo Tolstoy’s words carry a heavy and hard truth that weighs on many hearts when it comes to the subject of abortion.

What's behind rise of suicide in U.S.

In 1972, I moved from Denmark to Moscow to start my career at the University of Idaho. I fell into a conversation with a student on campus, and I told her how impressed I was with the Danes and their system of government. She countered with this assertion: “Welfare states cause people to kill themselves more often than other countries.”

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Leroy Glenn Gardner, 78

MLP: Pleez hep

Dear Mis langage person, I readed your artikal in the press paper a whiel ago and wos wondering if yu had a sacoool for teachen dummies lak me. I knows how importnont good gamor is. I wood lik to join up as sooon as whod be posiple to git book learnen on al subjacts. Ya see I never did getted much scholin as a boy and now I sees the lite as how impoertant it is fer book learnin and dooin spelen and stuff. Wood yu contak me as soon a yu can to get this show on the roade.

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Andrew Cody Johnson

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NORTHWEST ATHLETIC CONFERENCE MEN’S BASKETBALL

Pass replays? Please, let's kill that idea

Nickell Robey-Coleman suddenly a household name.

Idaho should not deprive faith-healers' kids of the right to life

In the 1944 decision of Prince v. Massachusetts, which can be found at 321 U.S. 158, the United States Supreme Court upheld the ability of a state to protect a child against a parent’s harmful religious practices. The Court said “the right to practice religion freely does not include the right to expose” a child “to ill health or death.”

Legals January 22, 2019

NOTICE OF ADVERTISEMENT FOR REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS The Board of Trustees of Coeur d'Alene School District 271 will be accepting sealed bids at the office of the Clerk of the Board located at the District Administrative Center at 1400 N. Northwood Center Court, Coeur d'Alene, Idaho 83814, on or before February 19, 2019, until the hour of 2:00 p.m. of said day for the procurement of: 1) NETWORK SWITCHES 2) NETWORK FIREWALL Bids will be opened at the District Administrative Center at 2:00 p.m. on said date. All interested individuals are welcome to attend. Bid forms, instructions and specifications are available to interested bidders at the District Administrative Center, or on the district webpage www.cdaschools.org. All bids shall be presented or otherwise delivered to the Clerk of the Board under sealed envelope with the concise statement, "SEALED PROPOSAL -NETWORK SWITCHES" and/or "SEALED PROPOSAL - FIREWALL" marked on the outside. Bids will not be accepted via facsimile or e-mail. Any bid received after the hour of 2:00 p.m. on February 19, 2019, will not be considered. The right is reserved to reject any or all bids for any reason whatsoever. Dated this 22nd day of January, 2019. Lynn Towne, Clerk of the Board Coeur d'Alene School District 271 CDA LEGAL 1043 AD# 262486 JANUARY 22, 29, 2019

Holder, Haeg lead St. Maries past Priest River

ST. MARIES — Trailing by one at intermission, the St. Maries girls basketball team outscored Priest River 14-4 in the third quarter to claim a 40-27 nonconference home victory on Monday night.

Lakes Highway District OKs school traffic concept

HAYDEN — The prospects for a new elementary school on Prairie Avenue got better on Monday night. Lakes Highway District commissioners voted 2-1 to accept the Coeur d’Alene School District’s proposal for traffic flow at its proposed elementary school site on Prairie Avenue. Commissioners Rod Twete and Weston Montgomery voted in favor, while commissioner Diane Fountain voted in opposition.

Builder: City blows roof off common sense Garage 10 inches too tall; roof rebuilt

COEUR d’ALENE — A residential garage in Coeur d’Alene’s Sanders Beach neighborhood is being rebuilt after the city’s planning and zoning commission denied a 10-inch variance.

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JUDGMENTS

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Phyllis Elaine O’Neal (Wagner), 87

CRITTERS OF NORTH IDAHO: Peregrine falcon

Zooming down from the heavens faster than any other bird is Idaho’s state raptor, the peregrine falcon (Falco peregrinus). Now when I say “raptor,” I’m not talking about a velociraptor. Until relatively recently, the term “raptor” was used only to refer to birds of prey, like eagles, hawks, owls and falcons. Nowadays, thanks to 1993’s Jurassic Park, it is commonly used to describe a sickle-clawed, carnivorous dinosaur, much to the chagrin of ornithologists and paleontologists.

Spokane airport passenger traffic set new record in 2018

SPOKANE — Spokane International Airport established a new record number of enplanements with 1,998,949 enplaned passengers traveling through the airport during calendar year 2018. This new record represents a 12.1 percent increase over the previous year’s total of 1,782,453 enplanements. Total passenger activity was 3,998,272, a 12.6 percent increase over 2017.

POEM-OPINION: Nobody New (The Developer)

Editor’s note: Artist and poet Diane Barron of Worley, who shared her wintry work with Press readers during the holiday season, shifts now to a local planning and zoning controversy.

Legislators like new funding proposal

COEUR d’ALENE — Kootenai County legislators spoke out in support of a new public school funding formula presented last week.

Today's ghastly groaner

Did you hear about the military cafeteria that burned to the ground?

NIC sweeps Columbia Basin

COEUR d’ALENE — The North Idaho College men’s basketball team continued to roll through its Northwest Conference schedule with a dominating victory on Monday, while the Cardinal women had a much-needed bounceback win over Columbia Basin on Monday.

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Harold Louis ‘Smitty’ Smith, 69

Time to enter the Art on the Green poster contest

Artists are invited to try their hand at designing this year’s poster for North Idaho’s biggest art party.

BLACK BAY VISIONS

By BRIAN WALKER

Jobless rate jumps; not a big deal, officials say

POST FALLS — While Kootenai County's unemployment rate took a larger-than-normal jump in December, some analysts don't believe it's a cause to be concerned.

Clarke could be an MVP ... just ask KenPom

LAST WEEK

Confessions of a sex addiction therapist

Usually, it’s the wife who calls me.

Mountain movie celebration

Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour 2019 coming to Cd’A

Cultivating creativity

Helga Tacke’s creative spirit emerged at a very young age, inspired by a doting mother and a passion for art.

JUDD JONES: TIMES OF CHANGE

As we enter another new year, many are looking forward to better health and adding more fitness in their lives. With that comes many of the old health and exercise ideologies regarding low-fat diets, eggs cause high cholesterol, grains are healthy and running miles over building muscle should be your preferred exercise.

'An awesome relationship game'

There are a lot of misconceptions about playing tug with dogs. Many people believe that playing tug will make their dog aggressive. This really isn’t true.

Legals January 21, 2019

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE OF SELF STORAGE LIEN SALE BY A MINI STORAGE LOCATED AT 2645 E. SELTICE WAY, POST FALLS, IDAHO 83854 ON WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 2,, 2019 AT 8:00 AM. WHITE 1975 AMCC DODGE TRUCK, VIN# F34BF5V011500, RV MODEL F30, EXPIRED IDAHO PLATES K8550M, PARKED UNLAWFULLY ON PROPERTY OF A MINI STORAGE AT 2645 E. SELTICE WAY, POST FALLS, IDAHO 83854-OWNER RONNIE HOWELL, 7598 SWEETRIVERS DRIVE, COEUR D' ALENE, IDAHO 83815 PLEASE CONTACT THE MANAGER OF A MINI STORAGE AT 208-773-4981 IMMEDIATELY IF YOU WANT TO BRING YOUR DEFAULT ACCOUNT UP TO DATE, AND CLAIM YOUR PERSONAL PROPERTY BEFORE THE ITEM IS SOLD IN LIEN SALE. DATE AND TIME OF THE LIEN SALE AT 2645 E. SELTICE WAY, POST FALLS, IDAHO 83854 ON SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2019 AT 8:00 AM, CASH ONLY. CDA LEGAL 1005 AD#260915 JANUARY 14, 21, 2019

Lawmakers discuss new public school funding formula

BOISE — Legislators at a rare joint House and Senate Education Committee meeting last week discussed the new public school funding formula that would change the way local school districts and charters are funded.

Berneice A. Morgen, 84

Berneice A. Morgen, 84

Return of the Mac

Forgive me if this sounds cheesy — oh, and it will — but whoever dreamed up the Mac and Cheese Festival is a genius.

Warrants

Today's ghastly groaner

What do you call someone who immigrated to Sweden?

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A short distance can make a big difference

Late last year, I received a few emails asking about the climate differences between Spokane and Coeur d’Alene. The distance between the two cities is approximately 33 miles. Across much of the country, there is not much precipitation and temperature variability over a distance of 30 miles. However, most of the climate differences around this part of the world are due to elevations of particular towns, their latitude and longitude and, of course, the proximity to large bodies of water.

Find your fitness game for 2019

Late January is a great time to recharge those New Year's resolutions with a new activity or exercise plan.

A hand up for the service, hospitality community

COEUR d’ALENE — In the back of the house, beyond the waiting areas and the server stations, food service and hospitality employees make the magic happen.

Let's try this again, one more time

“Shot fake!”

Parson third at Clackamas Open

OREGON CITY, Ore. — Bryce Parson was the lone North Idaho College placer, finishing third at 149 pounds at the Clackamas Open on Sunday.

Wilfong helps Timberlake take over first in IML

BONNERS FERRY — Senior JT Wilfong scored 11 of his 17 points in the fourth quarter as the Timberlake Tigers beat Bonners Ferry 58-43 on Saturday night to take over first place in the Intermountain League from the Badgers.

Today's ghastly groaner

Did you hear about the man who asked a surgeon to remove his spine?

TRUMP: Apply the sniff test

Myth has it that Hercules, upon first seeing America’s Republican Stables, took just one look, one sniff, threw up his arms and walked away.

Making it a home in Coeur d'Alene's midtown

In Coeur d’Alene, homes get predictably expensive as you get closer to the lake and downtown. The midtown market, however, is an intriguing alternative.

Milestone Announcements

ANNIVERSARIES

Technically speaking - and other ref tales (Part 1)

Post Falls romps to victories in three duals

POST FALLS — Isaac Jessen (126 pounds), A.J. De La Rosa (138), Mathias De La Rosa (145/152), Tyler Morris (160) and Wyatt Shelly (170) went unbeaten for Post Falls in duals against Orting (Wash.), Lake Stevens (Wash.) and Hermiston (Ore.) at The Arena on Saturday.

The loving option of adoption

COEUR d’ALENE — It's lonely to be a kid without parents, dreaming of a family to call your own.

COACH: Good man gone

The news of the firing of Pat Whitcomb as NIC’s wrestling coach was devastating to me. I want to thank Coach Whitcomb for all that he has done for this community.

Wake up and debate start times

Coeur d’Alene School District is smart in taking nine months or so to dissect, research, argue for, argue against and then possibly make a decision on later start times for adolescent students.

Want to succeed? Don't fear risk!

Jack Welch, former chairman and CEO of General Electric, talked about the three jobs he had growing up in Salem, Mass.: caddying, punching holes in a piece of cork and selling shoes. He loved being out on the golf course because he’d hear about the big deals being made by affluent businessmen, according to a story on the Reader’s Digest website.

WALL: For all Americans

It’s not Trump’s problem. The responsibility: Both houses of Congress.

Genesis Prep boys avenge earlier loss to Wallace

POST FALLS — Granted, the roads of the Genesis Prep and Wallace boys basketball teams won’t cross again this year, no matter what happens the rest of the way in North Star League play.

Timberlake tops Bonners, clinches top seed to districts

BONNERS FERRY — Taryn Soumas scored 17 points, McKeeley Tonkin added 16 and the Timberlake Tigers clinched the top seed to the 3A District 1 tournament with a 57-47 Intermountain League victory over the Bonners Ferry Badgers on Saturday.

WALL: Another opition

Would it be possible to resolve this unconstructive political game of chicken that has shut down our government to the detriment of many of our citizens, by simply turning it over to the Border Patrol?

Cardinal men nearly break single-game scoring record

MEN’S BASKETBALL

PETS: Some kindness, please

I’m tired of constant letters about politics! Let’s talk about something close to home — animals left outside in freezing conditions!? I just don’t get it.

POT: Resistance is futile

It’s time we as Idahoans come to grips with the inevitable.

Is courthouse campus safe?

COEUR d'ALENE — Kootenai County is taking safety at its courthouse campus to another level.

WALL: Invasion blocker

Once an Illegal Immigrant crosses the border, several things occur. Apprehended or not they remain in our country. Only known felons if caught are deported. Even felons are allowed to stay if accompanied by a minor.

More women line the halls of power

SANDPOINT — In 2017, she marched. In 2018, she ran. In 2019, she insists.

Law firm, accounting firm move into Hayden building

The Hayden Professional Building at 8475 Government Way has new occupants.

Legals January 19, 2019

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 Estates of EILEEN KAY RIDDLE and, ROBERT VOYNE RIDDLE, Deceased. Case No. CV28-18-9873 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned have been appointed co-personal representatives of the estate of the above-named decedent EILEEN KAY RIDDLE. All persons having claims against EILEEN KAY RIDDLE or her estate are required to present their claims within four months after the date of the first publication of this Notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must be presented in writing to the undersigned at the address indicated and to the Clerk of the Court. Dated this 9th day of January 2019. Robert Vernon Riddle and Anthony Lee Riddle c/o Alan Wasserman Attorney at Law 7880 Mt. Carrol St. Dalton Gardens, ID 83815 CDA LEGAL 984 AD# 260612 JANUARY 12, 19, 26, 2019

Eluding cases lead to arrests

POST FALLS — It never hurts to have a little talk.

Landowner clarifies plans for property

By BRIAN WALKER

School and senior meals

School menus

Back to school

By JUDD WILSON

RECORDS

SENTENCINGS

Today's ghastly groaner

Why don’t they play poker in the jungle?

Post Falls boys top Cd'A in OT

POST FALLS — It took a little help from five missed free throws by the opponent in the final 44.3 seconds, but the young Post Falls Trojans grew up a bit on Friday night — and scored a huge league victory to boot.

Hawks bury Bulldogs with fast start

RATHDRUM — Jalen Skalskiy totaled 23 points and six rebounds and Lakeland jumped all over Sandpoint early en route to a 66-43 victory in 4A Inland Empire League play Friday night at Hawk Court.

Marshall Ray Crigger, 56

Marshall Ray Crigger, 56

Another big win for Lakeland

RATHDRUM — The vibe in the Lakeland locker room was one of focus and determination.

CORRECTION

Multiple court sentencing details were incorrectly attributed to James B. Nagrone, of Post Falls, in Friday’s Records Section.

Christian Camping

The Idaho Panhandle is a mecca for many looking for recreation, outdoor beauty and relaxation and we have it in abundance. Skiing, watersports, waterparks, hiking, a theme park — this and more draw hundreds of thousands to our area every year.

Blanche Rae Branson Kohli, 83

Blanche Rae Branson Kohli, 83,

Park(ing) Place For downtown Cd'A visitors, options abound to rest your rig

COEUR d’ALENE — Tourist season is sneaking up on the bustling, visitor-friendly city of Coeur d’Alene, which is finally prepared to offer ample places for drivers to park downtown.

Raise a glass to a poet and a folk hero

By DEVIN WEEKS

Lakeland gets rolling, paddles Sandpoint

RATHDRUM — Once Lakeland got rolling on the wrestling mat, it was tough to stop.

Delta 'Sandi' Hull, 80

Delta ‘Sandi’ Hull, 80

Mann responds to 'attack on credibility'

Friday, a My Turn column suggested that my weekly columns are based upon material that is “not based on science” and the information is “plagiarized.”

Cardinals bounce back, blank Umpqua

ROSEBURG, Ore. — After a setback on Friday, North Idaho College interim wrestling coach Brandon Richardson addressed his fears going forward to his team.

A man of many hats for M's

Dave Sims got his opportunity 13 years ago to join the broadcast team of the Seattle Mariners.

Records section correction

Multiple court sentencing details were incorrectly reported for James B. Nagrone, of Post Falls, in Friday’s Records Section.

Legals January 18, 2019

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Coeur d'Alene City Council will hold a public hearing and will receive your oral and written comments on the following items: ITEM: A-2-18 What is being requested: Dave and Yvonne Palmer is requesting approval of a proposed 2.50 acre annexation from Agricultural Suburban to City R-1 (Residential at 1 units/acre) zoning district. Location of the property: The property is described as a +/- 2.50 acre property and legally described as The property is described as a +/- 2.50 acre property and legally described as A parcel of land being parcel No. 1600 as surveyed in Record of Survey recorded in Book 30 at Page 307, records of Kootenai County Idaho, lying North of the North right of way line of Fernan Hill Road, lying situated in Section 17 Township 50 North Range 3 West Boise Meridian. A full legal description of the parcel, and a map, may be viewed at the City's Planning Department during regular business hours. Public Hearing time and location: The public hearings will begin at 6:00 p.m. in the Community Room, Lower-level of Coeur d'Alene Public Library, 702 E. Front Avenue, at the regular meeting of the City Council on February 5, 2019. To obtain more information on the above requests or copies of the staff reports, contact the Planning Department at 769-2240. Staff reports will be posted and available on February 1, 2019 on the City's web site at www.cdaid.org by clicking on "Government," then "City Council," and then "Council Agenda Packets." The hearing will be held in a facility that is accessible to persons with disabilities. Special accommodations will be available upon request made at least five (5) days prior to the hearing. For more information, contact the City Clerk at (208)769-2231. Renata McLeod City Clerk CDA LEGAL 1021 AD# 261700 JANUARY 18, 2019

Poking holes in Mann's 'global cooling' assertions

I’m writing in response to Randy Mann’s “Sunspot Activity is Non-Existent” weather column that was published in the Press on Nov. 26 of last year. In the column Mann predicts that a multidecadal period of low sun activity, called a grand solar minimum, would begin in the next year or two. If this were to occur, he says it would trigger a period of planetary cooling. He goes on to describe how less sunspot activity (such as during the Maunder Minimum 300 years ago) caused the European “Little Ice Age,” and how greater sunspot activity was responsible for the Medieval Warm Period. He also cites some recent scientific studies that he says support these ideas. I work in the sciences and this narrative didn’t sound quite right to me, so I took a look at the research studies he mentioned. Here is what I learned — and it isn’t pretty.

New flight training opportunity in Hayden

HAYDEN — Kootenai County pilots will soon have a new training tool right in their own backyard.

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Minshew named

Higgins leads Lakeside past weary Kootenai

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SCHOOL: Later is a loser

So high school kids are “suffering” because they have to get up for an 8:35 a.m. class? Is this really the type of values we want to instill in America’s future workforce, soldiers and leaders?

Lake City grad working to downsize poverty

Rachel Park is an international studies major at Arcadia University in Glenside, Pa. Her passion for helping others has earned her an internship with the Borgen Project, a nonprofit dedicated to eradicating hunger and poverty around the world.

Idaho grad rates are on the rise

By JUDD WILSON

Rathdrum opens ears to public's opinions

By BRIAN WALKER

Correction

Robert Grossglauser is a current member of the Kootenai County Planning and Zoning Commission. The land zoning change from agricultural to rural for 84 acres near Elder Road would allow for lots of 5 acres per residence. A story published Thursday incorrecly stated Grossglauser is a former commission member and that the application would allow for 2-acre parcels.

Idaho is not just for the young

On behalf of AARP Idaho and our 186,000 members across the Gem State, I would like to applaud Gov. Little’s priorities outlined in his first State of the State address.

TIME: It's biblical science

Earlier this month we celebrated the beginning of a new year: 2019. Where did we get that number?

SHUTDOWN: Compromise, or extortion?

How did we get to the shutdown and what compromises do the parties want? Before Christmas, the Republican Senate passed a bill to keep government open until February so immigration issues could be worked out (again/still). But the House Republicans added “Trump’s wall” at his request and sent it back. The Senate would not allow any vote on the added wall, so the Trump/Republican shutdown started. Trump was proud to do so.

Oscar predictions on the eve of nominations

After one of the more confusing award seasons in recent memory, the Oscars will finally announce its list of nominations on Tuesday, Jan. 22. The actual awards will be handed out on Feb. 24, and the Academy has opted to go hostless this year after the whole Kevin Hart debacle (if you don’t know, well, you’re fine).

It's official: Whitcomb out as NIC wrestling coach

COEUR d'ALENE — Pat Whitcomb, who led North Idaho College's wrestling team to four national titles over the past 22 seasons, is out as head coach.

Dean's Lists: Fall semester 2018

The following local college and university students were recognized by their schools for achieving high grade-point averages.

NIC to present song recital Thursday at St. Thomas Church

The North Idaho College Music Department will present "Song Recital: Max Mendez, Baritone and Dwayne Huff, Piano" at 7:30 p.m. Thursday in St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church.

County clerk enjoys a banner day

Wednesday was doubly sweet for Kootenai County Clerk Jim Brannon.

Today's ghastly groaner

What does a dentist never say to a shark?

POLITICS: Letter hits bull's-eye

Marvin George Miller: You wanted to get people’s attention especially the Progressive, Liberal extremists like Nancy Patricia D’Alesandro Pelosi and Charles (Chuck) Ellis Schumer.

WALL: The sense of security

To George Ives: I respect your willingness to do the research but I ask, wouldn’t the loved ones of those lost to illegal immigrant murderers (Kate Stinely, Ronil Singh, et al.) feel quite differently about the definition of terrorist? Does there have to be a great number of people murdered all at once to declare a need for border security? I think not. We need a wall with a beautiful gate and vet the people coming through it. Period.

Ignore bills at your peril

This warning comes from one of our readers in Post Falls who learned this lesson the hard way.

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FRIDAY

DRIVERS: Idle isn't ideal

It is that time of the year when many motorists wonder if they need to let their vehicle “warm up” or idle before driving. In fact, today’s modern cars are ready to drive in cold temperatures without excessive idling. Unless you are trying to defrost the windshield or warm the interior of your car, idling longer than 30 seconds is unnecessary, even on the coldest days.

'Breathe' will remind women to love their lives

COEUR d’ALENE — Lake City Church is hosting Breathe, a one-day conference and marketplace, on Feb. 2 from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

BOCC: Serve the people

Recently, I have been purging my files from the last 15 years of work in Kootenai County issues regarding land use, and it never ceases to amaze me, the more things change… the more things stay the same. Those placing a high value on the importance of rural communities within this county (study after study has shown people want rural areas for North Idaho protected) know how those areas provide much of the desirability of North Idaho. Many of the same compelling arguments in opposing non-conforming proposals (often in the form of Conditional Use Permits) that were made 10 or 11 years ago are seen today. The only difference recently, some of the decision makers from the recent past tended to lean toward the property rights of land owners without taking into consideration what is truly in the best interest of the county as a whole. Perhaps this filters down from a similar national attitude that has so profoundly divided our nation… “What’s best for me is right and don’t ask me to consider what is in the best interest for the country/state/county/city as a whole; doesn’t matter to me.”

LANGUAGE: The 'so' epidemic

As a retired college English instructor, I enjoyed Sholeh Patrick’s column about idioms. The only one I hadn’t seen was “rye smile.”

Fast Five with Northwest Pet Resort's Scott Ansel

Editor’s note: This new feature appears Wednesdays and Fridays in The Press.

Politicians overdose on dumb legislation

Law-abiding citizens once again find themselves at the mercy of the political denseness of their so-called leaders.

DALTON: A public apology

I want to apologize to the Dalton Gardens Mayor Steve Roberge and the City Council for signing the recall petition. I made a mistake! At the time, I did not have all of the facts.

NIC lands competitive entrepreneurial grant

By MIKE PATRICK

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Judith Ann Jensen (nee Vincent), 75

Coaching clients to lasting weight loss

When you’re done with diets, choose Profile.

Legals January 17, 2019

NOTICE OF INVITATION TO BID NOTICE TO SUB-CONTRACTORS: BY GINNO CONSTRUCTION COMPANY FOR: ADDITION AND REMODEL TO LAKES MIDDLE SCHOOL 930 N 15th Street Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814 AS FOLLOWS: General Sub-Construction Bids for this project shall be received as follows: BIDS shall be due WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2019 at 3:30 p.m. at the office of Ginno Construction Company, 3893 N Schreiber Way, Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. PRE-BID CONFERENCE: shall be WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 30, 2019 at 3:30 p.m. at LAKES MIDDLE SCHOOL, 930 N 15TH STREET, COEUR D' ALENE, IDAHO. Plans and specifications, bid forms, forms of agreement, etc., may be obtained by bona fide mechanical, electrical and plumbing sub-bidders, and suppliers at www.ginnoplanroom.com. Complete bidding documents for this project are available in electronic form only, by downloading the documents (at no charge) or by purchasing hard copy documents (at bidders expense) from the plan room noted above. To be added to the official plan holders list and insure notification of addenda, bidders must register at the plan room noted above. The Architect and Owner will not be responsible for partial sets of documents obtained from reprographics companies or plan centers. Any and all errors or omissions resulting from the failure of the Subcontractor or material supplier to become familiar with the documents in their entirety will be corrected at the Contractor's expense. Questions regarding this Notice of Advertisement for bids shall be directed to the office of Longwell + Trapp Architects, 8382 N. Wayne Dr, Ste. 204, Hayden, ID 83835. Phone number of General Contractor - Ginno Construction company is (208) 667-5560. Phone number of Architect is (208) 772-0503, Project Architect: Cory Trapp, AIA. Bid forms, Bidders instructions, drawings and specifications may be examined at the following locations: - www.ginnoplanroom.com - Abadan Plan Room, Spokane, Washington - Spokane Regional Plan Center, Spokane, Washington - Associated Builders & Contractors, Spokane, Washington - Longwell + Trapp Architects Idaho law requires that all bidders have an Idaho Public Works Contractor's License, as provided for by the Public Works Contractors License Act. CDA LEGAL 1011 AD# 261225 JANUARY 17, 24, 2019

Alfred Charles Peck, 89

Alfred Charles Peck, 89

Right to Life rally Saturday

COEUR d’ALENE — The 39th annual Coeur d'Alene Right to Life Rally is set for 10 a.m. Saturday.

Hope for Hawks again in girls hoops

The last time Lakeland High qualified for the state girls basketball tournament, this year’s seniors would have been in the second grade.

Donald Herbert Preston, 91

Donald Herbert Preston, 91

East Side Fire adds boat

The East Side Fire District has beefed up its emergency response capability with a new fireboat.

Clerk sheds light into ballot audit

By BRIAN WALKER

Another experience of a lifetime

Last January, well before traveling to San Bernardino for the Little League Northwest Regional baseball tournament, Cooper Erickson had a vision.

Idaho wolf control board seeks $200,000 to kill wolves

BOISE — A $200,000 budget request by Gov. Brad Little for an Idaho board that manages money to pay a federal and state agency to kill wolves that attack livestock and big game is sufficient for fiscal year 2020, a board member told lawmakers Wednesday.

Is your doc burning out? Survey: 44 percent in U.S. are

One doctor a day commits suicide in the United States on average, the highest suicide rate of any profession.

Today's ghastly groaner

What happens when a cow backs into an electric fan?

Inside muscle alleged Zone-change request draws neighbors' ire

A sensitive land area, with drainage into Lake Creek, might be turned into an 84-acre development in southern Kootenai County if a member of the county’s planning and zoning board is allowed a zone change.

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Anderson powers Cardinal men at Wenatchee Valley

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Kootenai County legislators get assignments

COEUR d’ALENE — Kootenai County’s state legislative delegation is spread out across a multitude of committees in this year’s legislative session.

RECORDS

SENTENCINGS

Wallace holds off Kootenai

- BOYS BASKETBALL

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Randi Loudin

Unpacking the history of a rifle, a caliber, a roll of paper targets

I bought the gun years ago; while working at a cement plant during the day, and reading Gun Digest and reloading books at night.

Fish 'connoisseur' makes rare catch

Jake Kremer is the type of angler who embraces the diversity of fish in Idaho’s waters and isn’t content to only angle for popular species like bass, trout, salmon and steelhead.

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Week 7

MLP: Now you too can write good

Editor’s note: While Mrs. Language Person recovers from a broken wrist — no, not from wagging her finger too forcefully — we revisit some of her more memorable linquistic lectures.

Hayden task force meeting canceled

HAYDEN — A meeting of the Hayden Citizen Task Force today has been canceled. The city created the task force to review the city’s need for an increase to the base budget.

Businesses, beware Chamber ad scam

The Coeur d’Alene Chamber of Commerce wants all local business owners to be aware of a suspected scam. One of our local businesses was contacted by a graphics company operating out of Illinois. They wanted to sell him ad space for a business directory that they claimed was going to be handed out by all the local chambers of commerce in this area.

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Timberlake’s Peightal signs

Phyllis L. Herboldt, 85

Phyllis L. Herboldt, 85

SNAP dates change during shutdown

The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare said Wednesday that most Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program recipients will receive their February benefits on Sunday, Jan. 20 instead of their normal dates in February.

Michael Dunham

Michael Dunham

William Lee Conner, 82

William Lee Conner, 82

Jim Yetter, 79

Jim Yetter, 79

Legals January 16, 2019

PUBLIC NOTICE CNS-3211079# Frontier provides residential service in Idaho for $119.00-$31.00 and business service for $30.99-$71.99. Other taxes, fees, and surcharges may apply. Frontier offers single party service, touch tone, toll blocking, access to long distance, emergency services, operator assistance, and directory assistance. Use of these services may result in additional charges. Budget or economy services may also be available. Frontier offers Lifeline service which is a nontransferable government assistance program that provides a $9.25 discount on the cost of monthly telephone service or eligible broadband products (where available) and is limited to one discount per household. In addition to Basic Lifeline, individuals living on federally recognized Tribal Lands who meet the eligibility criteria may also qualify for additional monthly discounts through Enhanced Lifeline and up to $100.00 toward installation fees through the Tribal Link-Up program. You may also qualify for an additional state discount where available. If you have any questions regarding Frontier's rates or services, please call us at 1-800-FRONTIER for further information or visit us at www.Frontier.com. CDA LEGAL 1001 AD# 260897 JANAURY 16, 2019

SENTENCE: Judicial incompetence

Regarding the recent decision by District Court Judge Scott Wayman with defendant William Swan, I am completely astounded by the sentence. Probation for felony DUI/manslaughter?

Fast Five with PayneWest's Marvin Sears

Low back pain: A new treatment for an old problem

For people with chronic back pain, every day can be a struggle with discomfort. For a long time, spinal decompression therapy was considered to be an experimental science, but recently, research has shown that in certain circumstances, spinal decompression is a valuable treatment option that can safely relieve chronic back pain.

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RECORDS

SENTENCINGS

GOOKIN: Be good sport

Our American Republic demands high standards of both citizens and their elected officials. One duty of citizenship is to respect the legitimacy of the electoral process, recognizing that in our system the moral right to rule comes from the consent of the governed. Civic virtue demands a period of healing after the partisan combat of the campaign. In this “honeymoon period,” we all are called to come together as Americans and recognize that whatever divides us is less significant than what unites us. We are supposed to wish the newly elected officials the very best of fortune in bearing our shared trust to manage our public business.

Compensation system unfair to sheriff's deputies

The men and women of the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office are grossly underpaid. This must be fixed — the status quo fails to recognize the risks they take and the sacrifices they make; harms public safety; and is fiscally unsound.

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Tori Younker

Thomas Alan Simon, 58

Thomas Alan Simon, 58

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Sandra Risvold Waller, 72

Horning powers Cd'A past Lewiston again

LEWISTON — Kelly Horning had 18 points and 10 rebounds to lead Coeur d’Alene past host Lewiston 56-51 in a 5A Inland Empire League game at Booth Hall on Tuesday.

Six seniors win for Hawks on senior night

RATHDRUM — Lakeland’s lineup was heavy with seniors as the Hawks defeated visiting Bonners Ferry 51-26 on Tuesday in a senior night dual meet.

Abuse reporting scrutinized in Cd'A

COEUR d’ALENE — School officials in Coeur d’Alene might change the district’s abuse and neglect reporting policy.

LETTER: Prove it

I read the letter to the editor from Allen R. Mazur (Jan. 11) and am livid at the hypocrisy he demonstrates, so typical of Democratic logic, which isn’t logical at all! He is asking that you, the Coeur d’Alene Press, CENSOR letters from a Republican because they “bash us Democrats.” Then he goes on to call our president a “criminal!”

THANKS: Gift of music

A HUGE thank you to the Coeur d’Alene Tribe for donating the funds to purchase a piano lab for the music program at Ramsey Magnet School of Science. As a result, all 722 kindergarten through fifth-grade students will receive piano lessons twice per month during school hours. It has been remarkable observing students independently learning piano skills and leaving the music room engaged and enthusiastic about what they have been learning! Students are so excited, they are requesting permission to come into the music room during recesses to brush up on their skills to move to the next lesson!

Green means go

By RALPH BARTHOLDT

Movers and shakers

Lake City lands on must-see list

North America is home to some beautiful cities, and CarRentals.com has decided that Coeur d'Alene is No. 5 on that list.

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Joan I. Pyle-Wilson

Gymnastics, bowling, soccer and more

GYMNASTICS

Vikings get hot, shoot past Bengals

LEWISTON — After making its longest road trip in 5A Inland Empire League play, Coeur d’Alene paid it from deep on Tuesday night.

Garage to add charging stations

COEUR d’ALENE — The city of Coeur d’Alene will have three new, taxpayer-funded electric car charging stations in its new downtown parking garage by next summer.

Kess Alan Collins

Kess Alan Collins

Listen to your body in matters of the heart

Here’s a personal historical milestone:

SENTENCE: A blow to many

After coming home from my 16-year-old’s hockey game Saturday, I picked up the paper and was shocked when I read the article about Judge Wayman’s ruling related to the death of Jacob Leeder. I had to read it several times to be sure I was interpreting it correctly.

Night boaters, speed up

By BRIAN WALKER

What is endometriosis?

Endometriosis is one of the most misunderstood women’s pelvic health diseases in our country.

SENTENCE: Probation not enough

Drunk driver kills teenager and gets probation. The article left out a lot of facts. Let’s assume he did not get bail while awaiting trial, that’s less than a year in jail. One young man is dead and another injured.

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Betty Pearl Kauffman, 91

Fatigue and weight gain: A vicious cycle

You’re gaining weight, or for some reason can’t gain weight, and as a result you are tired. Because you’re tired you don’t have the energy to do what is needed to lose the weight. You feel like you’re fighting a losing battle, but you’re losing your mental and physical energy and not the weight! What are you to do?

Paul Smyly, 83

Paul Smyly, 83

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Lois ‘Jean’ Rood Brannon, 82

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Sherman Richard Snyder

RESPONSE: Trio of complaints

In response to three recent writings in the Coeur d’Alene Press, I just couldn’t go without commenting.

WALL: May sense prevail

Mr. Trump insists that terrorists, drugs, villains of all stripe, are a national emergency threat to our country, and a wall will put an end to that possibility.

Behind the scenes

Delivering great bottles of wine to our customers is our job. It is our goal now, and has been for the last 11 plus years that the dinner party has been around. It is incredibly rewarding to hear your feedback on the quality of the wine and the service to go with it that we provide. What doesn’t often get noticed though, is the work that goes on behind the scenes by our great crew of local distributors. Everyone that we do business with here in North Idaho, and they literally span the state, are great at what they do — from assembling broad and deep portfolios of wine to choose from, to getting all delivered on time they make the system run. They rarely get the wonderful feedback that we do — knowing we have done a good job for you, the wine consumer.

Today's ghastly groaner

Vintners are talking about the benefits of eating dried grapes.

Constance Mills Creveling

Constance Mills Creveling

Ask Hayden Health

CONSUMER: A great gal

A quick note to tell you I am impressed with Terri Dickerson’s Coeur d’Alene Press Consumer Gal articles. I find them to be very informative and working for the best interest in all concerned. Her articles give seniors a wealth of information that a lot of us were not aware of.

Post Falls in a zone of its own

POST FALLS — Scoring against a zone defense hadn’t been something the Post Falls High boys basketball team had done well this season.

MLP: Seeing the light

Well, Mrs. Language Person has made me a “convert.” I shall never miss the Sholeh Patrick column again.

SENTENCE: Everybody loses

Per the Coeur d’Alene Press article of Jan. 12, following a fatal crash in 2017 for which Mr. Swan was responsible, he was allowed to plea bargain down from the original charge of felony manslaughter and felony DUI to aggravated DUI, allowing the judge to order probation only and loss of driving privilege for five years.

Get it together: How to organize your finances and simplify your life

Have you ever been late paying a bill because it got lost in a pile of papers? Could your family make sense of your finances if you became seriously ill?

Northwest Notes

Oliver named assistant coach for UI football

Norvell helps GU turn away San Francisco

LAST WEEK

Legals January 15, 2019

CITY OF COEUR d'ALENE WATER DEPARTMENT NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR THE HUETTER WATER WELL Proposals will be received at the City Clerk's Office, 710 E. Mullan Avenue, Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, by 4:00 pm on January 29, 2019, for professional engineering services for the Huetter Water Well project. The Water Department is requesting proposals for engineering services to develop a new municipal water well. The Consultant will be expected to design and specify a production well on this site. The well will be expected, at this time, to produce 4,000 gallons per minute. Exact discharge rate to be determined though discussions with the Consultant. The well should be modeled on other wells in the system. Three (3) hard copies and one (1) CD or USB copy of the completed RFQ must be received by the City Clerk prior to 4:00 p.m. PST on January 29, 2019. Responses shall be submitted in a sealed envelope addressed to: City of Coeur d'Alene, Attn: Renata McLeod, City Clerk, 710 E. Mullan Avenue, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814, and should be labeled: "City of Coeur d'Alene, for professional engineering services for the Huetter Water Well." Copies of the RFP are available at the Customer Service Center, 710 E. Mullan Avenue, Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, ksetters@cdaid.org (208-769-2229); consultants must register with the City Clerk to receive any addenda that may be issued. No fee will be required for the RFQ instructions. Questions regarding this RFQ should be directed by e-mail to Water Assistant Superintendent, Kyle Marine: kmarine@cdaid.org. The City, in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 US.C. §§ 2000d to 2000d-4) and the Regulations, notifies all bidders that it will ensure that disadvantaged business enterprises will be afforded full and fair opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, sex, or national origin. Firms will be responsible for all costs (including site visits, if any) incurred in preparing or responding to this Request for Proposal. The right is reserved to reject any or all proposals. Dated this 4th day of January, 2019. Renata McLeod, City Clerk CDA LEGAL 955 AD# 259104 JANUARY 8, 15, 2019

Options available to help students

By JUDD WILSON

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Jane Welsh, 97

'Aureum' brings acrobatics to Kroc Center Theater

An aerial and acrobatic adventure tale will be performed for two nights at the Salvation Army Kroc Center Theater in Coeur d’Alene.

And they're off …

By BRIAN WALKER

A muddy trek into the past

I get the winter blues.

Man who allegedly shot at police charged with 10 felonies

COEUR d’ALENE — A 23-year-old Post Falls man who allegedly shot at Rathdrum police and led deputies on a pursuit that ended in Hayden will have a preliminary hearing within 14 days in Coeur d’Alene’s First District Court.

Post Falls trustees seek bond, levy

POST FALLS — Trustees for the Post Falls School District sent voters two items for their consideration on the upcoming March 12 ballot.

Man sentenced in child death

By RALPH BARTHOLDT

RECORDS

JUDGMENTS

Movers and shakers

Six handed keys to county

By BRIAN WALKER

Today's ghastly groaner

Joe, who lived in a log cabin in the woods with his wife, Mary, was assisting the doctor delivering their first child by holding a lantern.

MLP: Misused and abused

Editor’s note: Mrs. Language Person has dusted off some of her favorite columns while filling in for Sholeh Patrick, who’s recovering from an injured wing.

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Lois F. Hunter, 87

A rock-and-roll revolution

A strong argument might be made that the decade of the 1960s saw more innovation and transformation across the broad spectrum of popular music in western civilization than did any other decade either before or after all the way up to the present, at least within the history of recorded music.

JUDD JONES: More myth than fact

Here we are in early 2019 and once again, I am going to cover some health and fitness aspects that are more myth than fact. We all have been given advice on what to do when working out or heard a few things that seemed a bit off regarding fitness. Now let’s cut through a few of these myths.

ADVICE: The Common-Sense Dog

I feel like the most common issue dog owners struggle with is reactivity. People seem to tolerate the jumping and barking because they understand the behaviors aren’t dangerous, but when it comes to reactivity, they get nervous about the vicious-looking behavior. So, let’s dissect it together so we can better understand the viewpoint of the dog.

MOVIE REVIEW: Best movies of 2018

There is little use in trying to discern a prevailing theme to the past year in cinema. Just as the world is too messy for broad generalization, movies in 2018 touched on many, seemingly contradictory ideas.

Legals January 14, 2019

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE OF SELF STORAGE LIEN SALE BY A MINI STORAGE LOCATED AT 2645 E. SELTICE WAY, POST FALLS, IDAHO 83854 ON WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 2,, 2019 AT 8:00 AM. WHITE 1975 AMCC DODGE TRUCK, VIN# F34BF5V011500, RV MODEL F30, EXPIRED IDAHO PLATES K8550M, PARKED UNLAWFULLY ON PROPERTY OF A MINI STORAGE AT 2645 E. SELTICE WAY, POST FALLS, IDAHO 83854-OWNER RONNIE HOWELL, 7598 SWEETRIVERS DRIVE, COEUR D' ALENE, IDAHO 83815 PLEASE CONTACT THE MANAGER OF A MINI STORAGE AT 208-773-4981 IMMEDIATELY IF YOU WANT TO BRING YOUR DEFAULT ACCOUNT UP TO DATE, AND CLAIM YOUR PERSONAL PROPERTY BEFORE THE ITEM IS SOLD IN LIEN SALE. DATE AND TIME OF THE LIEN SALE AT 2645 E. SELTICE WAY, POST FALLS, IDAHO 83854 ON SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2019 AT 8:00 AM, CASH ONLY. CDA LEGAL 1005 AD#260915 JANUARY 14, 21, 2019

Transformer cost gives Bayview buyer a shock

A North Idaho woman is wondering why a local power company is making her pay almost $3,000 for a transformer to provide electricity to her new construction in a small Bayview subdivision.

Today's ghastly groaner

Not to brag, but I just went into another room and actually remembered why I went in there.

School and Senior Meals

School menus

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ON THE AGENDA: Your local city councils and school boards in action

Tuesday

Warrants

You tell that boss to buy his own darn gift cards

A reader called to warn us that scammers are targeting working people, impersonating their bosses.

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Verna June Jenkins, 86

Shutdown worries mount

By BRIAN WALKER

There's fun in our little world, too

How to re-introduce myself?

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Vandals to host EWU this fall

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Rosella J. Tucker, 93

TEDxCoeur d'Alene: A Wonderland of thought

COEUR d’ALENE — In the words of a humble toy salesman: "Ditch the tech and reconnect."

Teens aren't morning people

COEUR d’ALENE — Discussions about first-period bell times at high schools appear to be on the horizon in Coeur d’Alene.

Do give a darn about your good reputation!

Two brothers in a small town had a reputation for bad behavior. But they were rich enough to avoid the consequences. The pastor of the local church knew them well and tried to find the good in both of them, although this was next to impossible.

LEVIES: Show some outrage

Where was the strong editorial and opinion reaction to the posting of pro-levy posters by school district personnel at polling places a few years ago? Why wasn’t there a demand for a new vote? Cliff Hayes was furious, but the paper’s article was milquetoast.

Milestone Announcement

ANNIVERSARY

Cardinal women get in, out of zone

- WOMEN’S BASKETBALL

CHRISTIANS: Welcomes work wonders

A Jewish lady from Rathdrum opened her heart in a recent letter to The Press. She wrote that she previously had served her country. Thank you for your service. She further stated that her father had advised her not to move to Kootenai County. She moved anyway and possibly she let her father’s fear keep her from enjoying the country and people around her.

CHRISTIAN: A litmus test

Forty years ago, I studied theology. I also studied people. I found in any given Christian church, even though there is one lesson book called the Bible, 200 people can read it and 25 may argue various “doctrine.” Example, some say you must be baptized to be saved by the Grace of God. Some believe you can lose your salvation, others say once saved always saved. Some argue about end times and the tribulation, will it be before what Christians call the rapture, in the middle or after?

Timberlake runs wild in Battle for the Buck game

SPIRIT LAKE — In spirit games such as the Battle for the Buck, and in the case of first-year Timberlake coach Mike Menti, there can be some mystery.

Players left behind, and other oddities on bus trips - Part 1

CHRISTIAN: Check out RLM

I read Betsy Rosenberg’s letter where she has a dim view of Christianity.

Police chase ends in arrest of Rathdrum man

POST FALLS — A traffic pursuit that began in Post Falls ended in the arrest of a Rathdrum man in Coeur d’Alene on Friday night.

WALL: A funding proposal

Since President Trump considers a wall a necessity for our security, and he claims “most Americans want a wall,” perhaps he could start a “GoFundMe” page. Those who benefitted from his tax reform bill could give it a jump start.

DALTON: Support for leadership

There is a misguided effort afoot by Save Dalton Gardens to recall the Dalton mayor and entire Dalton City Council. Based on the initial claims of this group, I was concerned that our Dalton lifestyle may be compromised. When I challenged the mayor and the City Council about these issues, my fears were resolved.

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Charles B. Piper, 79

Get summer started now with a new Parkside Bungalow

It won’t be cold for long.

Post Falls second at River City Duals

POST FALLS — Post Falls and Pasco wrestled to a 36-all tie in the championship dual at the 22nd annual River City Duals on Saturday at The Arena.

Give county credit where it's due

Commissioners Marc Eberlein and Bob Bingham, thank you.

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Charles Robert ‘Bob’ Nelson

WALL: Where's the beef?

In a “fact checking” article, the Boston Globe reported: “In his prime-time speech to the nation, President Donald Trump wrongly accused Democrats of refusing to pay for border security.”

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Darvin Charles Harris, 78

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Shawn Thomas Montee, 50

Sandpoint topples Moscow in 4A IEL opener

SANDPOINT — Led by Maddie Morgan’s key 3-pointers and a season-high 20 points from the bench, Sandpoint opened 4A Inland Empire League play with a 48-37 win over Moscow on Saturday at Les Rogers Court.

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Jessie Lorraine Jordahl

My Nails & Spa Salon opens in Post Falls

Anything for fingernails and toenails is offered at My Nails & Spa Salon in Suite B of Mullan Square at 3134 Mullan Road in Post Falls.

Legals January 12, 2019

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 Estates of EILEEN KAY RIDDLE and, ROBERT VOYNE RIDDLE, Deceased. Case No. CV28-18-9873 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned have been appointed co-personal representatives of the estate of the above-named decedent EILEEN KAY RIDDLE. All persons having claims against EILEEN KAY RIDDLE or her estate are required to present their claims within four months after the date of the first publication of this Notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must be presented in writing to the undersigned at the address indicated and to the Clerk of the Court. Dated this 9th day of January 2019. Robert Vernon Riddle and Anthony Lee Riddle c/o Alan Wasserman Attorney at Law 7880 Mt. Carrol St. Dalton Gardens, ID 83815 CDA LEGAL 984 AD# 260612 JANUARY 12, 19, 26, 2019

Another banner year for Windermere Home sales remain hot; downturn in 2020 predicted

COEUR d’ALENE — The real estate market continued to sizzle in 2018, a fact celebrated Friday morning by nearly 200 attendees of Windermere Coeur d’Alene Realty’s 18th annual Agent Award Ceremony and Breakfast.

Post Falls finds a way in 5A IEL opener

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Movers and Shakers

Religion, government and society

The discussion of the Constitution and the First Amendment continues and this is a good opportunity to join the discussion since my name and partial quote were included in a recent column. Jan. 16 is also the commemoration of the passage on Jan. 16, 1786, of a significant document authored by Thomas Jefferson: the Virginia Statute for Religious Freedom. Tomorrow will be acknowledged by many churches as Religious Freedom Sunday (religiousfreedomday.com).

RECORDS

SENTENCINGS

Rain, snow and ice glaze Inland Northwest

Moisture totals for the start of 2019 are doing well across Coeur d’Alene and the rest of the Inland Empire. We did get a break from the precipitation this weekend, but more rain and snow should be seen across the region toward the middle to the end of the week.

Probation for drunk driver in fatal crash

COEUR d’ALENE — A 45-year-old Coeur d’Alene man who was drunk when he crashed into a stalled vehicle, killing a passenger in a snowstorm on Interstate 90, might not serve any prison time.

Housing woes hamper seniors Some help available, but 'happy endings' not assured

Events that disrupt life hit even harder when they happen to senior citizens, especially when those events push seniors out of their homes.

Post Falls, Lakeland advance

POST FALLS — Post Falls and Lakeland went unbeaten to advance to the Gold Bracket (championship bracket) of the annual River City Duals at The Arena on Friday.

See you in the Sports section

Sometimes you have to leave a job.

Some things to wish for next fall

Sure, the football season just ended last week.

Today's ghastly groaner

Did you hear about the new cemetery they’re putting in?

Coeur d'Alene boys, Lake City girls roll

COEUR d’ALENE — Experience, a pressure defense and outside shooting were more than enough for the Coeur d’Alene Viking boys basketball team Friday night.

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Lois Eleanor Read Abate, 89

Driver crashes into ambulance, arrested for DUI

The driver of a pickup truck that crashed late Thursday into a Kootenai County EMS ambulance carrying a patient was arrested on suspicion of DUI, according to a tweet by Idaho State Police District 1.

Legals January 11, 2019

NOTICE ANOTHER SUMMONS IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF THE STATE OF IDAHO, IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF KOOTENAI DELWYN DICK, Petitioner, vs. JOHNNA D. KRUGER-DICK, Respondent. CASE NO. CV-2013-5893 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-ONE (21) DAYS. READ THE INFORMATION BELOW. TO: JOHNNA D. KRUGER-DICK, Respondent You have been sued by DELWYN DICK, the Petitioner, in the Magistrate Court in and for Kootenai County, Idaho, Case No. CV-2013-5893. The nature of the claim against you is modification of prior orders. Any time after 21 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 to Modify Judgment and Final Decree of Divorce, and Final Judgment and Order to Modify Judgment and Final Decree of Divorce can be obtained by contacting either the Clerk of the Court or the attorney for Petitioner. If you wish to legal assistance, you should immediately retain an attorney to advise you in this matter. DATED this 13th day of December, 2018. JIM BRANNON CLERK 0F THE DISTRICT COURT By:/s/ Janlyn Cleveland Deputy CDA LEGAL 874 AD# 255237 DECEMBER 21, 28, 2018 JANUARY 4, 11, 2019

THANKS: Nagel family responds

The family of Herbert Nagel (Sandra, Tami, Toni, Traci and Triana) wish to thank everyone for their kind words, thoughtfulness and beautiful flowers. Herb touched many lives and will be greatly missed. We hold your kind thoughts in our hearts.

Not-so-golden globes: On the outs with awards season picks

Nobody should take the Golden Globes too seriously. Really, nobody outside the movie industry should take any movie awards seriously, and that includes those apparently prestigious Academy Awards.

No learning curve for this governor

Gov. Brad Little.

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FRIDAY

RECORDS

SENTENCINGS

Quinnett shoots down Hawks

RATHDRUM — Gabe Quinnett hit 8 of 11 3-pointers and scored 33 points to lead the Moscow Bears past the Lakeland Hawks 75-66 in the 4A Inland Empire League opener for both teams Thursday night at Hawk Court.

One 'crazy' week

COEUR d’ALENE — When assistant coach Brandon Richardson joined the North Idaho College wrestling coaching staff last season, the message was pretty clear.

Classical guitarist to perform at the JACC

Classical guitarist Larry Almeida will perform at the Jacklin Arts and Cultural Center tonight, as part of the Friends of the Guitar Hour Concert Series.

ISOLATION and INSPIRATION Life-saving transplant on hold for PF child

POST FALLS — You'd never know by looking at vibrant 4-year-old Alexandria Cresci that she could easily be one little virus away from death.

Fact and fiction on skills gap

There was a thing called the “skills gap.”

Today's ghastly groaner

Why do so many cowboys have dachshunds?

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EWU rewards football coach Best with two-year contract extension

New policies may pinch taxpayers Here's what you need to do

COEUR d’ALENE — This spring, many an Idaho taxpayer is in for a surprise.

Post Falls wins twice; River City Duals starts today

POST FALLS — Terran Sharbrough (285 pounds), Lane Reardon (120), Isaac Jessen (126) and Tyler Morris (160) won twice by pin for the Trojans in wins over the Bees and Titans of Idaho Falls at The Arena.

Lakeland posts first league win since 2012

RATHDRUM — Junior Mel Loutzenhiser scored 15 points and the Lakeland Hawks snapped a 24-game losing streak in 4A Inland Empire League play by beating the Moscow Bears 55-45 in the league opener for both teams Thursday night at Hawk Court.

Stage is set for districts to move forward

When Coeur d’Alene School District trustees meet Jan. 22, the road leading to a new elementary school on Prairie Avenue should be smoothed out.

TRUMP: Defenders, step down

Please stop printing letters from Marvin George Miller. He is a biased, hateful Republican who bashes us Democrats constantly, while defending and promoting the criminal, Donald Trump. Now that Nancy Pelosi is the new Speaker of the House, she will investigate and prove Donald Trump is a criminal and should be impeached.

Plowing through a problem in Post Falls

Snow removal in Post Falls is a joke and here’s why.

DEBATE: Cannabis v. Capitalism

Monday, the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board director and board chair held a podcast sponsored by The Spokesman-Review.

Little points Idaho in the right direction

So it took 4,012 words. Idaho’s newly minted governor left no hot topic untouched in his first State of the State address.

PROSPERITY: A little lacking

Reading the governor’s priorities left me a little confused. I believe prosperity comes with wage increases and sound bureaucracy. We can fine-tune the education system, employ the best teachers and double their salary, but it won’t do squat. We don’t grade the system, we grade the students…

LETTER: Yep, he's right

Occasionally I make authoritative statements, such as English Setters are better hunting dogs than German Shorthairs. During a lucid interval, I realized that I am not an authority on hunting dogs and I did not quote an authority. This was an opinion or a belief and I should have prefaced the comment with “I am making this up, but I think I am right.”

Coeur d'Alene inventor tasty bait for TV sharks

By DEVIN WEEKS

DALTON: Support for council

As a longtime property owner in Dalton Gardens, I am in complete support of current community ordinances. Nonetheless, I cannot help but admire the foresight of the Streeter family to subdivide their property some 40 years ago before those ordinances were enacted.

DATA: Let Nate save it

About a month ago my cellphone shattered. My phone company could not get any information from it.

OBAMA: Don't forget this…

Jan Studer, being a teacher from Boundary County/Minnesota, your apparent love of Michelle O. is unfounded! Eight years of NO scandals?

PELOSI: Who is immoral?

Nancy Pelosi said the border wall is “immoral.” Look at some of the definitions of the words immoral: unethical, wrongful, unprincipled, unscrupulous, dishonorable, dishonest, unconscionable, corrupt, shameless, etc.

Cd'A Symphony presents classical family fun: Bolero and more!

Coeur d’Alene Symphony’s upcoming concert offers something for the whole family.

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SPOKANE — Josh Perkins had 14 points and six assists, and No. 5 Gonzaga beat Pacific 67-36 on Thursday night, the sixth straight win for the Bulldogs.

NIC clarifies coaching matter

By BRIAN WALKER

Legals January 10, 2019

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS RAMSEY WELL FOR AVONDALE IRRIGATION DISTRICT KOOTENAI COUNTY, IDAHO Separate sealed Bids for the RAMSEY WELL will be received by the AVONDALE IRRIGATION DISTRICT, C/O WELCH COMER ENGINEERS LOCATED AT 350 E. KATHLEEN AVENUE, COEUR D'ALENE, ID 83815, until 2:00 p.m. (Local Time), on FEBRUARY 7, 2019 and then at said office publicly opened and read aloud. All interested individuals are welcome to attend. Base Bid: The project consists of the drilling and development of a new 24-inch production well by means of Dual Rotary for the Avondale Irrigation District with a target depth of 400 feet. Work will include 30-inch surface seal and setting a temporary pump to test pumping the well. All work shall be in accordance with the contract documents. Bidding documents may be viewed and/or downloaded free-of charge at the following website: https://www.welchcomerplanroom.com/. Hard copies of bidding documents can be ordered at https://www.welchcomerplanroom.com/ at the bidder's expense. In order to be added to the official plan holders list and insure notification of addenda, bidders must register at https://www.welchcomerplanroom.com/. For further assistance, please call (208) 664-9382. Contract questions shall be directed only to the office of the Project Engineer. A hard copy of the bidding documents may be viewed at the following locations: Avondale Irrigation District, 207 E. Hayden Avenue, Hayden, ID 83835 Welch Comer, 350 E Kathleen Avenue, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83815 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 will not be accepted. A pre-bid walk through is scheduled at the project site on January 17, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. A Public Works Contractor License for the State of Idaho is required to BID on this work. All bids shall contain one of the following forms of Bidder's security in an amount equal to 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 3rd day of January 2019 /s/ BOB CHANDLER, DISTRICT MANAGER CDA LEGAL 927 AD# 258140 JANUARY 3, 10, 2019

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Mary E. Jensen

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Dennis M. O’Barr, 76

Prairie Pavilion plans to please a plethora of palates

COEUR d’ALENE — Where others see a vacant field, four North Idaho businesspeople see the future scene of local cuisine.

Today's ghastly groaner

The head Viking oarsman returned after having a meeting with the ship’s captain.

Another tiger trout record expected at Deer Creek Reservoir

Tiger trout are the sterile offspring of brook and brown trout that can appear in the wild, although not with consistency.

Need a good flu remedy (stat!)

A package with a tablet was delivered to my door a week ago.

Former Post Falls man missing

BRIAN WALKER

MLP: Idioms are misspelled, by and large

Bad grammar and misspelling spread faster than gossip in a hair salon. Your Mrs. Language Person can’t fathom why English speakers are so apt to misuse and abuse our colorful language, rather than toe the line of correct speech.

RECORDS

SENTENCINGS

Norton takes two for St. Maries

KELLOGG — Gage Norton finished 2-0 at 152 pounds for St. Maries in matches featuring wrestlers from Kootenai, Lake City, Wallace, Sandpoint and Kellogg on Wednesday at Andrews Gymnasium.

Some treats for us, them to go with the guessing

And with the end of the College Football Playoff championship game — whoops, Clemson just stopped Alabama on fourth down again — the college football season has pretty much come to an end, other than the upcoming all-star games.

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Craigslist risky source for real estate deals

A reader called to warn us about a Craigslist scam on a local rental property. She was looking for a rental house on Craigslist and found a promising 3 bedroom, 2 bath, almost 1,500-square-foot possibility. The price was fantastic at $700 per month. She called the number on the listing and the “story” sounded promising.

Fish and Game: Helicopter elk surveys begin from North Fork to St. Joe River valley

Along with the helicopter pilots that will whisk them into North Idaho’s backcountry, Fish and Game biologists are on standby as the department’s annual elk survey is set to begin.

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Former Post Falls standout Glenn

Wrestling with another NWAC option

Rumors of North Idaho College moving its wrestling program to the Northwest Athletic Conference are “way overstated and exaggerated,” NIC athletic director Al Williams said earlier this week.

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The people have spoken on Medicaid expansion. Let's get it done.

The Idaho Constitution flatly declares: “All political power is inherent in the people.” Those people established a government of elected representatives to carry out regular public business. However, they wisely reserved the right to initiate and pass laws when their representatives balk at carrying out the public’s wishes.

Legals January 9, 2019

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, ROBERT MCMULLIN, Deceased, Case No. CV28-18-6645 (I.C. 1s-3-801) NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative of the above-named Decedent. All persons having claims against the Decedent or the Estate are required to present their claims within four (4) months after the date of the first publication of this Notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must be presented to Bistline Law, PLLC , 1205 N. Third Street, Coeur d'Alene, Idaho 83814 DATED (Fax: 208-665-7290) and filed with the Clerk of the Court. /S/ ANN MARIE MCMULLIN 3850 W. Pescador Drive Coeur d'Alene ID 83815 (928)201-3637 CDA LEGAL 858 AD# 254360 DECEMBER 19, 26, 2018 JANUARY 2, 9, 2019

BLUE DOT: Not the moon

According to the celestial calendar available at www.timeanddate.com, the moon set on Jan. 1, 2019, in Coeur d’Alene at 1:27 p.m. PST. The beautiful picture of Lake Coeur d’Alene taken from The Resort by Michael Wisnewski was taken in the late afternoon just before or after sunset, which occurred at 4:05 p.m. Accordingly, the Blue Dot could not be the moon as suggested in the article, since the moon had set approximately 2 1/2 hours earlier in the day.

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Lillian Irene Moore, 91

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Eugene ‘Lee’ Deitz, 84

Self-taught painter is Artist of the Year

Karen Conrad knows just how powerful art can be.

Fatigue can be a warning sign: Part III

In Part I of Fatigue Can Be a Warning Sign, we talked about fatigue can be seen as a warning sign that something could be wrong and warrants investigative work to find out the cause. We discussed hormonal imbalance, gut health, autoimmune and other compromised immune system conditions, anemia and medications — all conditions that could be causative factors in fatigue. In Part II we discussed blood sugar, emotional balance, head symptoms, cardiovascular and lung issues, kidney disease and other conditions, all which can contribute to lethargy. In Part III, we will continue with conditions, then remedies.

Girls get their chance at Rollie Lane

The Rollie Lane Invitational at the Ford Idaho Center in Nampa has been a good measuring stick for exactly where certain high school wrestling teams are for years now.

Donald Eugene Oldham, Sr., 88

Donald Eugene Oldham, Sr., 88

RECORDS

JUDGMENTS

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Younker's buzzer-beater lifts Vikings

COEUR d’ALENE — Tori Younker’s 3-pointer at the buzzer capped a wild final few seconds as the Coeur d’Alene Vikings beat the Post Falls 50-48 in 5A Inland Empire League basketball Tuesday at Viking Court.

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Vandal Boosters to meet

BALLOTS: Identify the failure

I’m pleased that the County Clerk audited the votes, but feel disenfranchised that my mail-in vote didn’t count. Based on his audit, what’s the point in submitting my vote? I felt my vote was wasted when I lived in Kalifornia (a Republican voting in a socialist state), but to live here and discover my vote wasn’t even counted makes me cringe.

Today's ghastly groaner

What is the difference between a cat and a comma?

ARGUMENTS: What doesn't work

Stephen Bruno’s letter on Jan. 6 about the “straw man” approach to debate was well written and right on. That is a ploy often used in the LTE section of The Press. Fair-minded readers should take heed and not allow themselves to be misled by any such flawed reasoning.

CHRISTIANITY: A dim view

Been reading lots of columns written by Kootenai County residents. All these residents insist that the United States of America is a Christian nation.

Basketball, bowling and more

COEUR d’ALENE RECREATION

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Brelane Huber/Jaselyn Jones

COMMENTS: Divorce Facebook

I was led to believe in a response letter I received several months ago from Mike Patrick that the Coeur d’Alene Press was planning to decouple the Letters to the Editor feature from Facebook.

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Kenneth ‘Ken’ Damian Montreuil, 69

Come on, Clerk Brannon: This isn't transparency

Clerk Jim Brannon’s recent episode of a ballot recount came as a surprise to everyone. Mr. Brannon insisted that he was being transparent, but his comments in The Press last week cast more shadows than shed any light.

THANKS: Wreaths of gratitude

Three weeks late! First, I would like to thank the Coeur d’Alene Press and staff writer Devin Weeks for the excellent coverage of Wreaths Across America ceremony at Coeur d’Alene Memorial Gardens and Rathdrum Pinegrove cemeteries on Dec. 15.

Creating a wonderful life through his artwork

Terry Lee ended 2018 with a blank canvas, and a big blank canvas it was — 6 feet wide and 9 feet tall. Two days after Christmas, Terry began to bring the canvas to life with the tools of the artists’ trade, brushes and paint. Over the next seven days, he posted short videos on his Facebook page of the process and his progress.

Safire's superb rules for writers

Not bad for a college dropout.

County leaders bid farewell

COEUR d'ALENE — Two-thirds of Kootenai County's board of commissioners are in their final week in office, making this a time to reflect on accomplishments and leftovers for the next board to nibble on.

Victim in fatality involving submerged vehicle identified

The victim of Monday’s fatality in the Spokane River at Post Falls was identified on Tuesday by the Kootenai County Sheriff's Office as Valerie E. Sandaker, 54, of Bonners Ferry.

Respiratory redemption

Standing on the precipice of the unknown, Jennifer and Corey McKenna are preparing to face one of the biggest tests of their lives.

Gregory Abernathy

Gregory Abernathy

Our winter schedule

Now that the holidays have concluded it’s time to look forward to our winter (and even a bit of our spring) schedule for winemaker dinners and shop tastings. For those of you who have attended our dinners with our wonderful partners at Fleur de Sel in Post Falls, you know what a treat they are. For those who have not yet had the chance to join us, now is your chance! Remember to sign up early as the dinner will typically sell out within 48 hours of when the invite goes out to our mailing list.

Old tickets don't die, but sometimes they stink

COEUR d’ALENE — Mother of three Kerri Beth Wallace drove from Greenacres, Wash., to Idaho last weekend to help a daughter who was involved in a car crash.

Coeur d'Alene uses pressure to rally past Lakeland

RATHDRUM — Trailing on the road at halftime, the Coeur d’Alene boys basketball turned up the pressure and achieved its desired result.

Idaho education focus of new business study

COEUR d’ALENE — A group of Idaho businesses is planning to study how the state’s public education system needs to adapt for the state to compete in coming years.

Widmyer artful in update of city

COEUR d’ALENE — Coeur d’Alene Mayor Steve Widmyer isn’t upper crust, although he is sometimes accused of it.

Hayden upholds zone map amendment denial

HAYDEN — The City Council stepped up to preserve the rural feel of one of Hayden’s last open spaces. Developer Jim Taigen of Mead, Wash., had applied for a zone map amendment of his 4.36 acres in the North Chateaux Drive neighborhood last fall. The city’s planning and zoning commission denied the request Sept. 5, and the City Council affirmed that decision Oct. 23. On Nov. 29, Taigen requested that the council reconsider the issue.

Voters' trust hangs in the balance

On today’s op-ed page, Jim Brannon’s recently defeated opponent accurately points out the opaque nature of the clerk’s view of transparency.

Chewing the fat with today's chat

Yes, indeed, it’s Wednesday and we’ve come to another Chat Day.

TRUMP: Tell the truth

It is well-known that lying to a federal agent is a felony. Shouldn’t the president of the United States be held to the same standard?

Erickson, Plummer headed to CFB Hall of Fame

Dennis Erickson and Jake Plummer, two men with Idaho ties, are part of this year’s 15-member class named to the College Football Hall of Fame on Monday.

Legals January 8, 2019

PUBLIC NOTICE City of Athol Annual Street Fund Report Fy 2017-2018 Ending September 2018 Revenue Highway Users (State) $ 34,459.00 County Highway Funds $ 6,515.00 Inter Fund-Transfer $ 43,023.00 All Other Revenue $ 90,913.00 Total Revenue $174,910.00 Expenses Routine Maint $ 35,913.00 Street Lights $ 7,939.00 Equipment Maint $ 2,096.00 Inter Fund-Transfer $ 39,323.00 All Other Expenses $ 55,891.00 Total Expenses $ 141,162.00 Published in accordance with Idaho Code #40-708 Mary Zichko, Mayor Lori Yarbrough, Clerk/Treasurer CDA LEGAL 939 AD# 258526 JANUARY 8, 2019

Could GU-USF become a heated rivalry?

LAST WEEK

Turnovers hurt Post Falls in loss

SPOKANE — Second-quarter turnovers ruined a strong start by the Post Falls boys basketball team, and the Trojans lost 61-43 to Ferris on Monday night in a nonconference road game.

Today's ghastly groaner

One cutting edge aquarium saved a lot of money when its owner discovered a means to make the dolphins live forever.

CRITTERS OF NORTH IDAHO: Canada Lynx

Do you have a cat? I do, and she is a calico named Sarafina. Now she’s all for cuddling up next to me when it’s cold, or staring me down when she’s hungry or wants attention, but she’s not what I’d call a “hunter.” She’s rather naive when there’s a mouse hiding somewhere in my house, and the only “animals” I’ve ever seen this ravenous predator hunt are dust bunnies.

RECORDS

JUDGMENTS

NIC probes alleged academic violations

COEUR d'ALENE — North Idaho College on Monday announced an investigation into alleged academic policy violations in its sports program.

Movers and shakers

Sex offender sought for failing to register

Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office detectives are seeking the public’s help in finding a man wanted for failing to register as a sex offender.

Board considers changes to suicide prevention policy

COEUR d’ALENE — As students return to school after the Christmas break, suicide prevention remains a top priority at the Coeur d’Alene School District. With that goal in mind, trustees and Superintendent Steve Cook debated a possible change to district policies Monday night.

Betty Jean Markley, 87

Betty Jean Markley, 87

Dalton residents, pick a path for the future

DALTON GARDENS — Committee members want the public’s guidance in directing how Dalton Gardens grows for the next decade.

Alleged stabber charged, but he's hurting, too

COEUR d’ALENE — A Coeur d’Alene man accused of stabbing another man four times with a folding knife is in the Kootenai County Jail on a $100,000 bond facing charges of aggravated battery and possession of methamphetamine, both felonies.

MLP: Reflexive pronoun, spare thyself

Editor’s note: While Sholeh is recovering from a broken wrist, we revisit some of her favorite Mrs. Language Person columns.

Little off to a good start, legislators say

COEUR d’ALENE — Kootenai County legislators supported many of the proposals in new Idaho Gov. Brad Little’s State of the State speech Monday.

Driver dies after vehicle plunges into frigid river

POST FALLS — A 54-year-old North Idaho woman died Monday after being pulled from a submerged vehicle in the Spokane River at Post Falls.

2019 State of the State and Budget Address - Governor Brad Little

Mr. Speaker, Mr. Pro Tem, Madam President, honored legislators, my fellow constitutional officers, Mr. Chief Justice and members of the judiciary, my family, friends, and my fellow Idahoans.

Ready to 'Crush It!'

Corey Jeppesen wants to change local perception of the “business conference.”

Legals January 7, 2019

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING SUBDIVISION REQUEST NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Hayden Planning and Zoning Commission will conduct a public hearing on Wednesday, January 23, 2019 at 5:00 p.m. at Hayden City Hall Council Chambers, 8930 N. Government Way, Idaho, to consider Case No. SUB 0027, Hayden North Development LLC, is requesting the approval of a residential major subdivision to be known as Hayden North 2nd Addition to be located north of West Lancaster Avenue, south of West Bentz Road and west of North Vernon J Baker Boulevard. The property is the remainder of the Hayden Village Planned Unit Development and approximately 19.5 acres. The Hayden North 2nd Addition request affects 72 lots. As a part of this phase a sewer lift station is proposed on the northeast corner of the subject site. The subject site is currently vacant. The legal description of the subject site is as follows: Lot 2 Block 8 of Hayden North Subdivision, a portion of the SE 1/4 of Section 2 Township 51 North, Range 4 West. The complete application is on file for review at Hayden City Hall, 8930 N Government Way, Hayden, Monday through Friday between the hours of 8 am and 5 pm. When the Staff Review is completed it will be available on the City's website at www.cityofhaydenid.us. Written testimony may be sent to the City of Hayden, Community Development Department, 8930 N Government Way, Hayden, Idaho, 83835; emailed to planning@cityofhaydenid.us or faxed to (208) 762-2282. Written testimony and/or exhibits larger than one 8.5 by 11 inch page double spaced type-written, must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 16, 2019. Written testimony should include the signature, email address and mailing address of the submitter; should address the issue at hand; and should not be personally derogatory. If the written testimony and exhibits are part of a group presentation, the group representative should provide copies for distribution to the applicant, Planning Staff and members of the Planning and Zoning Commission. If written testimony or an exhibit fails to meet these requirements, the Chairman may declare such testimony inadmissible. All persons desiring to provide oral testimony should appear at the hearing. Individual testimony is limited to 5 minutes per person. Anyone who intends to appear as a representative of a group (spokesperson) should contact the Community Development Department at least five (5) days prior to the hearing. Assistance for persons with disabilities will be provided upon 24-hour notice prior to the public hearing. CDA LEGAL 954 AD# 259089 JANUARY 7, 2019

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Speedy drones to assist local first responders

COEUR d’ALENE — First responders in the area may soon have the benefit of visual information at the scene, before they arrive on the scene.

Today's ghastly groaner

What is a zebra?

Warrants

ON THE AGENDA: Your local city councils and school boards in action

Monday

School and Senior Lunches

School menus

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Earl R. Kendle

Lucky 13: Best of North Idaho is back

COEUR d’ALENE — It’s the best time of the year for a bunch of businesses.

Keep an eye on weather advisories, warnings

It was another interesting year weatherwise across North Idaho. Despite having one of the driest summer and early fall seasons for the second year in a row, our annual precipitation total of rain and melted snow ended up at 29.21 inches at Cliff’s station in northwestern Coeur d’Alene. The normal precipitation total since 1895 is at 26.77, so we were a little above the average.

Low prices, quality new construction in Post Falls' Crown Pointe

POST FALLS — Crown Pointe continues to boom in Post Falls. Fresh phases, recently dedicated park space and some of the lowest prices in the area for new construction explain the area’s flurry of activity.

Terre Coffee & Bakery opens Government Way location

Terre Coffee & Bakery has opened a new location at 5417 Government Way in what formerly was the Longboard Coffee building.

Coming soon: Stories from hoops road trips (and more)

There was the story about the basketball coach who got konked on the head by a falling clipboard.

Cardinal men shoot 73.5 percent in rout of Treasure Valley

- MEN

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Dale Allen Schwartz, 54

Let's go for a spin

By DEVIN WEEKS

BALLOTS: Timing suspicious

An out of the blue recount of ballots for which there has been no concern or complaint. This wild hair demand occurring only days after several letters appeared in this paper acknowledging the competence and integrity of Carrie Phillips. Mr. Brannon asked her to resign after 17 years heading the elections office successfully and without controversy. The printed expressions on the faces of those elections office employees speak volumes.

CONGRESS: Do your job

Republicans must be rational and reopen the government. Common sense demands business-as-usual while pursuing comprehensive immigration reform. Mr. Trump’s last-minute demand for a wall ignores two years of Republican control — they cannot now blame the Democrats.

PLOWS: A little help, please

A week or so ago my son came over to help plow the driveway, sidewalks mailbox and parking area. As we were finishing, here come three city snowplows doing about 40 to 45 mph, throwing rocks and snow everywhere — sidewalks, mailbox and on my son’s car in the driveway. It was a mess.

ANTHEM: Let freedom ring

Loving our country and honoring our flag just go together — kinda like “you can’t have one without the other.”

Mitchell, Wilson fuel Timberwolf victory

RATHDRUM — Klaire Mitchell had 13 points and six steals and Dejah Wilson had six steals to set a school record with 79 on the season, and the Lake City Timberwolves beat the Lakeland Hawks 64-17 on Saturday in nonleague play at Hawk Court.

WALL: A simple question

How did it come to pass that the lives and livelihoods of 800,000 U.S. government employees are being held hostage to pay for a wall that American voters were promised would be paid for by Mexico?

Post Falls' Lovett wins fourth Rollie Lane title; Trojans 3rd

NAMPA — Post Falls senior Ridge Lovett pinned Zachary Mauras of Crook County in the 132-pound final to win his fourth straight individual title at the Rollie Lane Invitational at the Ford Idaho Center on Saturday.

Imagine giving for the very best reasons

The Sunday after Thanksgiving, we promised to share with you information about a better way of giving that’s headed Kootenai County’s way.

Today's ghastly groaner

Why do cows wear bells? Because their horns don’t work.

Stellflug, Hanson, Kiesbuy shine for Lake City

RATHDRUM — Josh Stellflug hit 4 of 5 3-pointers and finished with 16 points as the visiting Lake City Timberwolves beat the Lakeland Hawks 60-55 in nonleague play Saturday at Hawk Court.

CONGRESS: Pay to play

Our government has degenerated into a game played by Democrats and Republicans who do not represent Americans. Our Congress is made up mostly of lawyers who, according to Ben Carson, “Have been trained to win at any cost” and it seems even to the loss of our own sovereignty.

Making charity a tool - not a crutch

Imagine charity that makes a lasting difference in people’s lives, that shrinks dependency and grows self-respect.

TRUMP: Lies or ignorance

The President has lied on a daily basis and it is past time to call him on it. Something he said Jan. 3 has finally caused me to break my silence. He said in a tweet, “The United States has taken MANY billions of dollars from the Tariffs we are charging China and other countries that have not treated us fairly.” He is either flat out lying or does not understand international trade.

Second woman sentenced in body dumping

COEUR d’ALENE — A woman who said she was coerced into dumping the body of her friend into Lake Coeur d’Alene after the friend died of a drug overdose in Spokane Valley was sentenced to five years in prison.

Knitted comforts for women warriors

By DEVIN WEEKS

The work still under construction

You can understand it a little bit when some coaches put their athletes through some pretty tough tests early in the season.

Post Falls third after first day of Rollie Lane

NAMPA — Roddy Romero (98 pounds), Ridge Lovett (132) and Tyler Morris (160) advanced to the semifinal round for Post Falls, which is third with 116.5 points after the first day of the Rollie Lane Invitational at the Ford Idaho Center on Friday.

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Robert Kendall Johnson

Merging cultures on the court

COEUR d’ALENE — When it came down to planning a trip to the United States, Marist College, a private prep academy in Canberra, Australia, found itself looking out west for a little bit of a change of pace.

Religion, government not a new debate

As the editorial board of the Cd’A Press noted on Dec. 28, 2018, there is plenty of bickering about what the “Founding Fathers” meant when they wrote the Constitution, the Bill of Rights (especially the First Amendment), and related letters.

RECORDS

SENTENCINGS

Once in a blue dot Visitor captures unidentified image

Experts say it’s probably the moon.

Commissioners up their information game

COEUR d’ALENE — The county’s board of commissioners has beefed up its information strategy and is now providing new data to the community.

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Volleyball coach Greeny,

New Year's DUI arrests: Could education be working?

COEUR d’ALENE — Some local law enforcement agencies toasted a refreshing statistic for celebration of the new year.

Eager drinker frothing at the mouth

So we were talking about coffee …

Trojan girls halt skid

- GIRLS

Today's ghastly groaner

Why aren’t porcupines allowed to become bartenders?

Frozen 5K set for Saturday, Jan. 12

Lakeland High School students are racing to fight hunger in the Rathdrum area.

Changing lives through law enforcement

As far back as he can remember, Clinton Blettner knew he wanted to work in law enforcement.

Legals January 4, 2019

NOTICE ANOTHER SUMMONS IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF THE STATE OF IDAHO, IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF KOOTENAI DELWYN DICK, Petitioner, vs. JOHNNA D. KRUGER-DICK, Respondent. CASE NO. CV-2013-5893 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-ONE (21) DAYS. READ THE INFORMATION BELOW. TO: JOHNNA D. KRUGER-DICK, Respondent You have been sued by DELWYN DICK, the Petitioner, in the Magistrate Court in and for Kootenai County, Idaho, Case No. CV-2013-5893. The nature of the claim against you is modification of prior orders. Any time after 21 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 to Modify Judgment and Final Decree of Divorce, and Final Judgment and Order to Modify Judgment and Final Decree of Divorce can be obtained by contacting either the Clerk of the Court or the attorney for Petitioner. If you wish to legal assistance, you should immediately retain an attorney to advise you in this matter. DATED this 13th day of December, 2018. JIM BRANNON CLERK 0F THE DISTRICT COURT By:/s/ Janlyn Cleveland Deputy CDA LEGAL 874 AD# 255237 DECEMBER 21, 28, 2018 JANUARY 4, 11, 2019

Medicaid expansion and your Legislature

The backslapping and hand shaking for a job well done is over.

Coeur d'Alene, Lakeland win twice in Rollie Lane tuneups

BOISE — Both Coeur d’Alene and Lakeland tuned up for the annual Rollie Lane Invitational by sweeping duals on Thursday night at Borah High.

Flu cases on the rise

COEUR d’ALENE — The flu can be deadly, and it’s on the rise in the region.

Last chance on Atlas

By RALPH BARTHOLDT

Amador will host town hall Jan. 12 in Cd'A

Idaho state Rep. Paul Amador (R-Coeur d’Alene) will host a State of the State forum and town hall meeting on Saturday, Jan. 12 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at Coeur d’Alene Fire Station No. 3, 1500 N. 15th St.

Investors, listen to your wife

You walked into some Spokane financial office in mid-March of 2009.

Vaughan returns to Cd'A Summer Theatre

Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue — there’s a new marriage of concepts at Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre — a community institute poised to return to its roots in the 2019 season with the leadership of a new, old guard.

Gone smishin': Put a hook in those rascals

With so many of us addicted to our cell phones, it’s no wonder there are reportedly 20 billion (yes with a “b”) text messages sent each day. This allows the swindlers more chances to defraud us through “smishing.”

MATTIS: Suddenly a hero

The Left, almost always against our military, has now embraced General Mattis because of his resignation from President Trump’s Administration. Never mind that the Left has been against us sending troops into the Middle East ever since Muslim terrorists attacked us 17 years ago. Now suddenly, the Democrats want us to stay and fight only because President Trump is tired of our troops being butchered in an endless war.

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Vivian K. Grant, 94

FIREWORKS: Thanks for nothing

I address this to the thoughtless people who set off loud fireworks in residential neighborhoods, though they may be non-readers.

RESOLUTIONS: Action is better

I find resolutions to be empty and hollow of purpose. Resolutions are made every year, and every year most find themselves disappointed. Why? Because they hope and dream rather than wake up and work. Their resolutions never find wings to fly away from the nest of imagination into the vastness of opportunity found in reality.

WRITERS: Try this instead

I frequently read the opinion page. There is a recurring tactic used by too many letter writers that poisons any hope of useful conversation. This tactic is commonly referred to as the “straw man argument.” It involves putting forth a distorted view of another person’s position for the purpose of tearing down the distortion, which is meant to tear down the actual position or person.

Post-holiday garbage haul

By DEVIN WEEKS

Motorist's report leads to mail theft arrests

POST FALLS — When Erica Kovacs saw several mailboxes open in her neighborhood on Wednesday morning, she suspected thieves had made their rounds.

Neilson, Haaland fuel Lakeland win

- BOYS

MINISTER: Truths and lies

I read recently that a “minister” said that there are many pathways to reach God and it is a lie. There is only one way and that is through the Lord Jesus Christ and if you’re teaching another way then you’re not telling the truth and you’re going to be held accountable for it someday soon.

Audit uncovers missing ballots

By BRIAN WALKER

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JUDGMENTS

Today's ghastly groaner

Naps prevent old age, if you take them while driving.

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NIC wrestling dual

TRUMP: Two-year evaluation

As we begin the new year, I wonder if America is great again as promised by our President. I knew it would be difficult for him to do in his first year but of course he should be able to make us great again within his second year. Right? Seems to me he has failed us again.

Regulators reject Hydro One deal

COEUR d’ALENE — Ontario politicians exert too much control over Hydro One for Idaho law to permit the $5.3 billion sale of Avista to Hydro One, the Idaho Public Utilities Commission said Thursday. “In this case, we find the Applicants have failed to carry their burden under Idaho Code 61-327.”

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FRIDAY

Holiday movie roundup: 'Aquaman,' 'Mary Poppins,' 'Vice'

Superhero movies don’t get much cheesier than “Aquaman,” a movie about a burly dude-bro who talks to fish and fights off sea monsters. In a strange way, it’s exactly the movie you want about a guy named Aquaman.

Three exercises that just might change your world

How you look matters a lot less than how you feel.

Legals January 3, 2019

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS RAMSEY WELL FOR AVONDALE IRRIGATION DISTRICT KOOTENAI COUNTY, IDAHO Separate sealed Bids for the RAMSEY WELL will be received by the AVONDALE IRRIGATION DISTRICT, C/O WELCH COMER ENGINEERS LOCATED AT 350 E. KATHLEEN AVENUE, COEUR D'ALENE, ID 83815, until 2:00 p.m. (Local Time), on FEBRUARY 7, 2019 and then at said office publicly opened and read aloud. All interested individuals are welcome to attend. Base Bid: The project consists of the drilling and development of a new 24-inch production well by means of Dual Rotary for the Avondale Irrigation District with a target depth of 400 feet. Work will include 30-inch surface seal and setting a temporary pump to test pumping the well. All work shall be in accordance with the contract documents. Bidding documents may be viewed and/or downloaded free-of charge at the following website: https://www.welchcomerplanroom.com/. Hard copies of bidding documents can be ordered at https://www.welchcomerplanroom.com/ at the bidder's expense. In order to be added to the official plan holders list and insure notification of addenda, bidders must register at https://www.welchcomerplanroom.com/. For further assistance, please call (208) 664-9382. Contract questions shall be directed only to the office of the Project Engineer. A hard copy of the bidding documents may be viewed at the following locations: Avondale Irrigation District, 207 E. Hayden Avenue, Hayden, ID 83835 Welch Comer, 350 E Kathleen Avenue, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83815 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 will not be accepted. A pre-bid walk through is scheduled at the project site on January 17, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. A Public Works Contractor License for the State of Idaho is required to BID on this work. All bids shall contain one of the following forms of Bidder's security in an amount equal to 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 3rd day of January 2019 /s/ BOB CHANDLER, DISTRICT MANAGER CDA LEGAL 927 AD# 258140 JANUARY 3, 10, 2019

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Genesis Prep boys

Cardinal men get defensive, roll in conference opener at Big Bend

- MEN

Washington man faces kidnapping, other charges

COEUR d’ALENE — A 51-year old Colbert, Wash., man was arrested at The Coeur d’Alene Resort early Tuesday and charged with second-degree kidnapping and forcible sexual penetration, both felonies, as well as several misdemeanor counts of domestic violence resulting from an alleged attack on his estranged wife in a fifth-floor room.

RECORDS

JUDGMENTS

Museum of North Idaho board has openings

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

Here's how to vote every day

Editor’s note: Sholeh is recovering from a broken wrist. While she’s healing, community members and some Mrs. Language Person oldies but goodies will fill in as guest columnists.

Crosby, Hobson considered for public transportation council

Two Kootenai County residents are being considered for the North Idaho (District 1) position on the Idaho Transportation Department’s Public Transportation Advisory Council.

RALPH BARTHOLDT: From Honer's dad to you - a good wish for a new year

Most of my pal Honer’s meals started with onions frying in a pan.

Lake City powers past Cheney girls

- GIRLS

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Joyce Ann Strong

Slip-sliding down several slopes

Perhaps I’ve mentioned something like this before, but I really kind of like winter in North Idaho.

Census survey shows societal change

COEUR d’ALENE — Our area is changing, and the U.S. Census Bureau is putting numbers to some of the more profound shifts.

Online reviews: Don't bet too much on them

If you’re deciding whether or not to give a new business or restaurant a try, checking out their online reviews seems like a prudent thing to do. But can you always believe what you read? Here’s a quick guide to spotting questionable reviews.

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Harriet Frappier Ehrmantraut Lucas, 89

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Norma Allene Ban, 85

Recounting a mystery Clerk orders ballot recount; says nobody complained

COEUR d'ALENE — New year, new ballot count.

Kootenai River open for burbot fishing as numbers rebound

Daryl Hageman of Hope spent a day this week taking advantage of the Kootenai River’s latest fishery.

Christmas tree pickup in Post Falls Jan. 19

POST FALLS — A free Christmas tree pickup for Post Falls residents will take place Saturday, Jan. 19.

More than 9,000 locals sign up for state insurance marketplace

A total of 9,103 Kootenai County residents — 8 percent of the signups statewide — enrolled in the state's health insurance marketplace for 2019 during the open enrollment period from Nov. 1 through Dec. 15.

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Edward William Lynn, 56

Forget the Wall--Let's try to solve the problem

In July of 1964, I visited East Berlin and learned something about walls. They are ineffective to keep desperate people penned in, or kept out, without the certain use of lethal force against them. Despite strict border security in the late 50s and early 60s, hundreds of thousands of East Germans fled to freedom in West Berlin. The Berlin Wall was built to stop the outward flow of refugees.

Legals January 2, 2019

SUMMONS FOR PUBLICATION ON COMPLAINT FOR JUDICIAL FORECLOSURE AND DECLARATORY RELIEF IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF THE STATE OF IDAHO, IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF KOOTENAI WEBSTER BANK, N.A., Plaintiff, v. DANIEL B. BELL AKA DAN B. BELL; THE UNKNOWN HEIRS, DEVISES AND ASSIGNS OF DEBRA L. BELL; CHAPMAN FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC.; AND DOES 1 THROUGH 20, INCLUSIVE, including all parties with an interest in and/or residing in real property commonly known as, 15852 W. Hollister Hills Drive, Hauser, Idaho 83854, and legally described as: LOT 17, BLOCK 1, HOLLISTER HILLS, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT RECORDED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER IN BOOK "E" OF PLATS, AT PAGE 225, RECORDS OF KOOTENAI COUNTY, STATE OF IDAHO, Defendants. Case No. CV28-18-7439 TO: DEFENDANTS THE UNKNOWN HEIRS, ASSIGNS AND DEVISEES OF DEBRA L. BELL and DOES 1 through 20, inclusive, including all parties with an interest in and/or residing in real property commonly known as 15852 W. HOLLISTER HILLS DRIVE, HAUSER, IDAHO 83854: You have been sued by WEBSTER BANK, N.A., the Plaintiff, in the District Court in and for the County of Kootenai, Idaho, Case No. CV28-18-7439. The nature of the claim against you is an action for declaratory relief and judicial foreclosure of the real property currently known as 15852 W. HOLLISTER HILLS DRIVE, HAUSER, IDAHO 83854 and legally described as LOT 17, BLOCK 1, HOLLISTER HILLS, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT RECORDED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER IN BOOK "E" OF PLATS, AT PAGE 225, RECORDS OF KOOTENAI COUNTY, STATE OF IDAHO. Any time after 21 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, ID 83816, (208) 446-1180, and serve a copy of your response on the Plaintiff's attorney, Sydney K. Leavitt, at ALDRIDGE PITE, LLP, 13125 W. Persimmon Lane, 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 December 4, 2018 JIM BRANNON, CLERK OF THE DISTRICT COURT By:/S/ Susan McCoy, DEPUTY CDA LEGAL 809 AD# 252428 DECEMBER 12, 19, 26, 2018 JANUARY 2, 2019

It's OK to be optimistic about Fulcher

Congressman-elect Russ Fulcher will be sworn in Thursday, and from that moment through the next two years at minimum, he’s going to be pulled in ten thousand different directions.

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Herb Nagel

Kootenai Health welcomes first baby of 2019

COEUR d’ALENE — Born at 9:02 a.m. Tuesday, Jeriah James Taylor was Kootenai Health’s first baby of the new year. The baby boy is the firstborn child of Hayden resident Katlynn Rene’e Taylor, 19.

Love, daring inspire Polar Bears

COEUR d’ALENE — They streamed in, like fans flocking to buy front-row tickets for a favorite band’s concert. They gathered on Sanders Beach where faint wisps of snow were still evident in the sand. With 15 minutes to go, they poured in by the hundreds. Local roads clogged and revellers adorned with Happy New Year and Christmas paraphernalia wandered to the shoreline.

IC aims to Launch 2019 right

COEUR d’ALENE — Innovators and ordinary folks alike need time for personal growth, said local tech investor Nick Smoot. That’s why the Innovation Collective is planning a two-day seminar designed to help people launch the best new year of their lives.

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Roddy Romero

TRUMP: Victim of conspiracies?

The tone of my regular correspondence to our local paper has been most unfavorable of the current administration. Let’s change it up a little.

NATION: Christian argument continues

In the December 28 editorial, “Let’s Not Quibble Over Christian Nation,” an anonymous editorialist urged readers to consider historian David Holmes’ book “The Faiths of the Founding Fathers.” While this in itself is an “appeal to authority” logical fallacy, it’s worth pointing out the flawed assumption Holmes uses to categorize the “largest group” of Founders as “non-Christian” deists. It’s an assumption based on the presence of “deist” buzzwords within selected quotations. Words such as “Creator” or “Nature’s God” are the “postulations of deists” as Holmes put it. Therefore they must be deists he incorrectly concludes. Conveniently forgotten are quote after quote from these same individuals containing irrefutable Christian principles.

Bring on the new year … please!

I’m an admitted cock-eyed optimist by nature, but as 2018 ended I found myself looking back thinking, “What the heck was THAT?”

OBAMA: Michelle and inspiration

Want to understand why Michelle Obama was recently voted America’s most admired woman of the year? I recommend you read her book “Becoming,” a raw, honest and inspiring tale of her life from childhood on Euclid Avenue on South Side Chicago to her becoming our first lady living at 1600 Pennsylvania Ave.

PHILLIPS: A golden employee

I and some of my past co-workers in the Elections Office were shocked and saddened to read of Ms. Phillips “being asked to leave/resigning” from the Elections Office. The intent of the following comments are to share our personal and business relationship with Carrie while working under her management of the Kootenai County Elections Department.

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Loretta Jean Tindall

CAMERON: Lost in smoke

Steve Cameron’s OPINION on 12/28/18 attempts to justify Idahoans legalizing marijuana. Steve, you’re way off thinking that the “Mormon” population in our state and its “political influence” is the reason that Idaho “isolates” itself from this legalization. Well, “to be blunt” (in your words), many of us firmly oppose the legalization and I’m not Mormon. Legalization will not improve our quality of life, in fact it will do the opposite.

Today's ghastly groaner

A young man was in love with two women and could not decide which of them to marry. Finally he went to a marriage counselor.

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John E. Jones, 69

Rec basketball scores

COEUR d’ALENE RECREATION

RECORDS

JUDGMENTS

Fatigue can be a warning sign - Part II

In Part I of Fatigue Can Be a Warning Sign, we talked about fatigue as a warning sign that something could be wrong and warrants investigative work to find out the cause. We discussed hormonal imbalance, gut health, autoimmune and other compromised immune system conditions, anemia and medications — all conditions that could be causative factors in fatigue. Let’s review some others:

Local luthier continues musical quest for tone

SANDPOINT — It has been six years, almost to the day, since local guitar builder Joel Keefe Shoemaker set up his first, proper shop in the historic granary building on Church Street and set his hand to turning out custom-built instruments.

Hangover Handicap raises $15,000 for Tesh

COEUR d’ALENE — About 340 people began their new year with a fun run that raised $15,000 for local residents with disabilities. Tesh’s 42nd annual Hangover Handicap Fun Run included everyone from youngest child Quinn, who slept in the stroller pushed by Ben and Lindsey Widmyer, to youngest runner Lennox Benton, 12, to U.S. Naval Academy midshipman Joey Gibbs, to retired Kootenai Health CEO Joe Morris. It even included some runners of the four-legged kind. The first dog and owner to cross the finish line were Ruger and his owner, Alyssa Horsely, Tesh CEO Frances Huffman said.

Wine trends from 2018

Perhaps a better title would be beverage trends from 2018, but the lion’s share of what we have noticed this past year will be in relation to wine. It is tough to work as a professional in any industry and not notice the trends in the industry overall, and also the consumption patterns of our customers. It our job to pay attention to what you are looking for so we can serve you even better in the coming months and years. Here is some of what we have noticed during 2018, combined with anecdotal information we have garnered from fellow wine professionals.

No rest for the area hoops teams

It has been a little bit over a week since area high school and college students have been in the classroom during the holiday break.

Legals January 1, 2019

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 Estates of: ELIZABETH TRUEWORTHY d.o.d. September 11, 2018 and LEONARD TRUEWORTHY, d.o.d. March 1, 2015, Decedents. Case No. CV-28-18-8996 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative of the above-named decedents. All persons having claims against Decedent(s), or the estates, are required to present their claims within four (4) months after the date of the first publication of this Notice, or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must be presented to the undersigned, at the address indicated below. DATED this 4th day of December, 2018. By:/S/James Trueworthy, Personal Representative c/o Virginia M. Robinson ATTORNEYS NORTHWEST, INC. 1900 Northwest Boulevard, Ste. 106 Coeur d'Alene, Idaho 83814 CDA LEGAL 842 AD# 253800 DECEMBER 18, 25, 2018 JANUARY 1, 2019

Rice leads GU women past Pepperdine

MALIBU, Calif. — The No. 17-ranked Gonzaga women’s basketball team topped Pepperdine 79-54 Monday afternoon at the Firestone Fieldhouse in Malibu, Calif.

GU eyes start of WCC play, return of Crandall

LAST WEEK

Early hole too much for Idaho

From wire and news services

Love INC (Love In The Name of Christ)

Sometimes you come across an idea or movement that is so good, you wonder: Why hasn’t this been done earlier?

Hey, be careful out there

Here we are with kind of a strange Chat Day.

NIBCA confident after court decision

HAYDEN — The leader of the North Idaho Building Contractors Association says the organization remains confident following an Idaho Supreme Court decision last week on NIBCA’s lawsuit against the city of Hayden. The lawsuit centers on the legality of Hayden’s sewer capitalization fees.

Corrections

- The outcome of the 1896 heavyweight championship fight was reported incorrectly in a photo caption published with the Dec. 23 edition of Syd Albright’s History Corner. Sharkey was awarded the win.

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Alta Lavenia Haines, 101

Holidays deliver presents to bowlers, movie lovers

POST FALLS — If you’ve stood in lines lately to see a movie or attempt a strike at local bowling alleys, you’re not alone. Recreation has been hot business at the close of 2018.

Today's ghastly groaner

An English professor was reading “The Canterbury Tales” to his class and noticed that one of his students had fallen asleep.

Rooting for Team Abdoul Orphan's future in North Idaho jeopardized

When he was a little boy, Abdoul Akimana was an orphan, living on the war-ravaged streets of Burundi and running with other homeless children just to find food and shelter each day.

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Glen ‘Pete’ McCharness, 91

Resolve to just let it go

In most cultures, new year resolutions encourage fresh starts which are meant to last. Yet somehow, New Year’s Resolutions starting with a bang have a way of fizzling out after a month or two.

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Robert ‘Bob’ Carey LaBau, 71

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Gerald ‘Jerry’ Lee Riggs

RECORDS

JUDGMENTS

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David Allan Phay

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Doreen Ann (Leppala) Terrill, 86

Original plungers: Older, sure, but still wild and crazy, too

COEUR d’ALENE — Not much has changed, Bryan Riba said, standing in the sand on Sanders Beach Monday as a frigid breeze rippled across a silvery Lake Coeur d’Alene.