Thursday, April 30
Man seriously hurt in crash
POST FALLS — A Post Falls man suffered serious injuries in a crash Thursday afternoon.
Boise man pleads not guilty in attempt to kill child accuser
An Idaho man has pleaded not guilty and remains in custody after prosecutors accuse him of soliciting someone to have a 7-year-old child kidnapped and killed
How sweet it is
Local kids raise money for food bank
Idaho deputies find remains believed to be 2010 missing man
Authorities in Idaho have recovered a portion of a human skull and other skeletal remains officers believe belong to a man who went missing a decade ago
Idaho’s weekly unemployment claims reach 117,000
Laid-off Idaho workers filed 117,811 initial claims for unemployment benefits during the six weeks of the COVID-19 state of emergency – twice the total number of initial claims filed in all of 2019.
Parade of gratitude
Police, fire, medical vehicles show support for health care workers
A Big change of heart, scenery ... Rewers, a Lake City High product, transfers from Hawaii to Michigan State
Rewers, a Lake City product, transfers from Hawaii to Michigan State
Supreme Court orders masks in all Idaho courthouses
A new order by the Idaho Supreme Court requires face masks be worn in courthouses across the state.
Museum’s virtual life off to strong start
Jocelyn Babcock said the move to give the Museum of North Idaho a virtual space has been challenging but adventurous.
THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: No extra charge for IHSAA to be optimistic
It was interesting to see/listen to all the people who wondered what took the Idaho High School Activities Association so long.
AT COLLEGE: April 30, 2020
Joseph Glenn
Driver going 100 mph blames grandma
A driver pulled over by Coeur d’Alene police said he had a good reason for speeding: He was trying to get to his ill grandmother.
IDFG warns anglers to heed social distancing
as popular spring chinook fin to local rivers
Costco to require shoppers to wear masks starting Monday
COEUR d’ALENE — Starting Monday, all Costco Wholesale stores, including the Coeur d'Alene location, will require members and guests to wear face masks or coverings that cover the mouth and nose at all times.
Apply for elk, deer controlled hunts
Idaho hunters regardless if they are chosen to hunt elk in a controlled zone must wait to five days after the drawing to buy remaining elk tags.
How to reduce your sleep debt
Precious and increasingly elusive, sleep represents a third of everyday life, with a tremendous impact on how we live the other two thirds — in some cases, literally.
Of mentors, busted flocks and pocketsful of Twinkies
A person turning left must yield to oncoming traffic, or to the person turning right.
Two Lakeland seniors appointed to U.S. Air Force Academy
Two Lakeland seniors appointed to U.S. Air Force Academy
Coeur Group receives $5K for COVID-19 response
The Coeur Group, a volunteer organization of local businessmen, has received a $5,000 donation from Liberty Mutual and Safeco Insurance as part of an Emergency Community Support Grant to help agents give back to their community during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Crash spills 3,000 gallons of liquid fertilizer
HAYDEN — About 3,000 gallons of liquid fertilizer were spilled on U.S. 95 following a crash Wednesday.
RECORDS
JUDGMENTS
Don’t get taken to the cleaners on cleaning supplies
Phony calls and online sellers
Pheasant hunting coming to two WMAs in North Idaho
North Idaho will receive 1,200 pheasants this year for a couple of its wildlife management areas.
Clark Fork River access sites open and improved
Access sites on the Clark Fork River and a nearby portion of Lake Pend Oreille are open for anglers and boaters.
Sheriff’s Blotter
Notable calls
Legals for April, 30 2020
Wednesday, April 29
Crash spills 3,000 gallons of fertilizer
HAYDEN — About 3,000 gallons of liquid fertilizer were spilled on U.S. 95 following a crash today.
Bound for glory
Two Lakeland seniors appointed to U.S. Air Force Academy
Idaho committee OKs $150 million of coronavirus rescue money
A committee helping oversee Idaho’s share of the federal government’s $2.2 trillion coronavirus rescue package has voted to distribute some of the money to local governments based on population
Economists agree: No quick rebound from recession is likely
Hopes are beginning to arise that the U.S. economy might be poised to rebound by the second half of the year
Idaho Rebounds: Stage 1 begins Friday
Specific guidance issued for youth activities, child care, places of worship
Crash blocks US-95
Idaho State Police are on the scene of a blocking crash north of Boekel Road.
Costco to require face coverings
Starting Monday, Costco is requiring its members and guests to wear masks or face coverings that cover the mouth and nose at all times while at Costco.
Masks required in Idaho courthouses beginning Friday
A new order by the Idaho Supreme Court requires face masks be worn in courthouses across the state.
Volunteers from 25 churches unite for collection of nonperishable items at Silver Lake Mall parking lot
Volunteers from 25 churches unite for collection of nonperishable items at Silver Lake Mall parking lot
HOW THEY WERE BUILT: Lake City High football — Experienced coaches, weight training, and lots of players
Coming off its first state championship in football in 2002, the school’s growing enrollment meant Lake City High had to move up to the 5A classification — one which included the largest schools in the state — the following school year.
STEVE CAMERON BLOG Parrotheads and Gov applause
Still here.
Santa food drive a little early this year
COEUR d’ALENE — Spring weather isn’t made for an elf with a beard and furred ruff.
Cleaning product safety
More than ever, we are relying on data and science to prevent the spread of COVID-19 (SARS CoV-2 virus). Household cleaners, sanitizers and disinfectants can be valuable tools in keeping our environments clean and assist in maintaining our health, WHEN properly used. We must remember to handle household cleaners safely to avoid possible serious consequences. Some general precautions include:
THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Seahawks reach again; was this draft a dog?
Let’s try to make some sense of the NFL’s first-ever virtual draft.
Northwest Notes April 29, 2020
Those interested in playing football at CHS asked to contact coach
ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Colton Boettcher, Lakeland High
Colton Boettcher
County ramps up re-open plan
Kootenai County plans to open its governmental doors Monday.
Lakeland kindergarten registration starts Monday
In anticipation of the 2020-21 school year, Lakeland Joint School District will begin kindergarten registration earlier this year than normal.
The heart of Spokane
While Idaho officials are busy chasing Washingtonians away from the Gem State’s parks, lakes, disc golf courses and anywhere else they might want to go in this great state, my wife and I decided to drive 30 miles, venture across the border and visit Riverfront Park in Spokane.
SPOKANE: Insult will cost you
What a shameful way to treat your Washington neighbors. As a Spokane resident I, and friends, come to golf several times a year in Post Falls and Coeur d’Alene. Not anymore.
VIRUS: Remember 9/11
Like most of you, I am tired of the lockdown the state and country is in. I bring up 9/11 because how may people still remember it? Unfortunately, a lot of people soon forget what happened just a month ago.
OPINION: LUKE MAYVILLE — The many forgotten Idahoans
Four thousand, two hundred, to be exact. That’s how many Idahoans are being shut out from Idaho’s health care exchange, according to a new study.
Carol Rae Aresvik, 70
It is with a heavy heart that we have to announce Carol Rae Aresvik, 70, passed away April 13, 2020. Carol was born on Sept. 28, 1949, in Bismarck, N.D. While growing up it was her, her mom and dad, and her older brother, Gary White.
NOVEMBER: Remember this, voters
Dear Editor and all who love America:
Man clotheslined by cable
NEWPORT, Wash. — A Post Falls woman said her husband was nearly killed Saturday when he was clotheslined by rusty cable while dirt biking at No Name Lake.
Idaho Teacher of the Year nominations extended to May 11
Idahoans have until May 11 to nominate an outstanding educator for the state’s top teaching honor, Teacher of the Year.
A legacy of excellence
Lake City valedictorian following in big sister's footsteps
SHERIFF: Follow the money
It’s hard to believe how contentious the sheriff’s race has become. The amount of name calling, accusations and down right lies are amazing.
Rathdrum 19-year-old inside that rockin’ T-rex costume
Rathdrum 19-year-old inside that rockin’ T-Rex costume
Trump supporters to rally
A rally to show support for President Donald Trump and to call on Gov. Brad Little to let all Idaho businesses reopen is scheduled 10 a.m. Saturday on Northwest Boulevard.
OPAL’S HOMESTEAD HACKS Dishing up some health-helpers
Gotta love the simpler things in life. When you grow up in a family who takes pride in DIY — and I mean from digging a well to one-man home construction and “sun showers” (don’t ask), simple becomes a life philosophy. That’s Opal Harbert in a nutshell.
Watching all our gorgeous gardens grow
Good starts with a g.
Sheriff’s Blotter
Notable calls
BULEY: Personal stories appreciated
I was delighted to read Bill Buley’s story in the Coeur d’Alene Press featuring Ivan and Diane Wallgren, “Surviving snakes, war and old Fords.” Bill truly has a way of bringing personal stories to life and creating a memory that lasts forever.
PROTESTS: A counter-proposal
In the view of many, it seems, the pandemic here on Earth is all pretense. The frightening number of deaths, just so much play-acting carried to the extreme. But all this fuss over nothing does impact these non-believers, nonetheless. And so what do they do?
BUSTED: Consider the motives
Regarding meth bust at State Line, the article states that Idaho police wanted Joshua Bailey to conduct a Spokane drug purchase in Idaho and not in Spokane. Question is why?
IDAHO: We’re not NYC
The subject is the coronavirus and getting the city/country opened. The virus is here to stay, just as the flu is here.
SHOLEH: Pastoral praise
Thank you so much for Sholeh Patrick’s beautiful April 23 article about Ramadan (Pastor: Ramadan presents opportunity). I’m deeply encouraged to see the local newspaper in Coeur d’Alene encouraging people to reach out in a warm and caring way to their Muslim neighbors. This is the kind of love that Jesus taught. Your article is an excellent example of why we still need local newspapers in our globalized, digital age.
Anita Loraine (Howell) Townsend, 80
Anita Loraine (Howell) Townsend, 80, passed away April 3, 2020, from complications of vascular dementia. A lifelong teacher, Anita taught professionally for 31 years and more than 10 years as a volunteer tutor. She was born in 1939 and raised in Kootenai County.
Live church coming back to Kroc
COEUR d’ALENE — The Salvation Army Kroc Center announced Tuesday that church services will resume in the Worship Theater beginning 10 a.m. Sunday.
GRADS: The fondest farewell
Dear Lake City Class of 2020,
VIRUS: Response welcomes dystopia
In March, mayors statewide were “encouraged” to issue seven-day emergency proclamations regarding COVID-19. City councils were stampeded to extend those proclamations indefinitely, in extreme haste, under pressure, without consideration of negative impacts in doing so.
Legals for April, 29 2020
Tuesday, April 28
Diary of a shut-in, Week 6.5
As the month of April comes to a close we’re in the home stretch of Idaho’s stay-at-home order, which ends on May 1. The first stage of reopening businesses has begun, which unfortunately for those in the third and fourth stages might not be soon enough to stay afloat.
County Republicans meet tonight in person
The Kootenai County Republican Central Committee is planning to hold an in-person meeting tonight at the county’s Administration Building, according to an email distributed to party members.
Dino discovered
The mystery behind the dancing dino has been solved.
Trump to sign order keeping meat processing plants open
President Donald Trump will sign an executive order Tuesday meant to stave off a shortage of chicken, pork and other meat on American supermarket shelves because of the coronavirus
US home prices rose before viral outbreak shut economy
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Vandals spray-paint historic rock site signed in 1800s
Vandals have spray-painted graffiti on a historic Idaho landmark in City of Rocks National Reserve
Coeur d’Alene Casino partially reopens
The Coeur d’Alene Casino has reopened some of its restaurants with social distancing efforts in place and face mask requirements
Chip Shots April 28, 2020
• HOLE IN ONE
‘Once you’re a Zag, you’re a Zag for life’
No surprises.
A man of impact
Rich Houser fights the good fight, receives the Melvin Jones Fellowship Award
Mystery man in T-Rex costume brings joy to Rathdrum on Sunday
Mystery man in T-Rex costume brings joy to Rathdrum on Sunday
Washington to ease back into outdoors
Those looking for a reprieve from Washingtonians recreating in Idaho got some good news Monday.
What we’ve learned from COVID-19
Now that we’re starting to reopen local businesses and are looking forward to gathering in small groups again, you may be eager to get back to the life you were living before COVID-19. But before you do, take a moment to reflect. While many of us have experienced losses or sacrificed privileges by staying home, there may also be some good things we’ve gained over the past months. What new habits or insights can you take with you as you move forward?
KASTNING: Conservative, pro-Constitution
As a Kootenai County resident and voter, I am encouraging you to vote for Tim Kastning for Idaho State Representative Seat B.
WHITEHEAD: Honesty and experience
I would like to encourage the people of Kootenai County to vote for Richard Whitehead for Kootenai County Sheriff. He is the most honest and experienced candidate and has ran a clean campaign. Richard is the only candidate that has not felt the need to send out flyers or attend events to talk garbage about the other candidates.
DELAVAN: A proven leader
I endorse Greg Delavan for the position of County Commissioner and urge people to vote for Greg in the upcoming primary election and again in the general election.
DOUG O: Former senator supports him
When electing our representation to serve in the Idaho Legislature, it is imperative that we send people with the intellect, integrity, and courage to truly consider issues based upon what best serves the interest of constituents in North Idaho and for all of Idaho.
First responders vehicle parade is Wednesday
The Emergency Operations Center, in coordination with Kootenai County law enforcement, Fire, EMS and Emergency Management Services, will participate in a “First Responder Parade of Emergency Vehicles” in appreciation for healthcare professionals at 2 p.m. Wednesday.
Sheriff’s blotter
Notable calls
Free spuds arrive in Kootenai County
COEUR d’ALENE — Fifty-thousand pounds of potatoes rolled into the Kootenai County Fairgrounds Monday morning.
Cd’A Library returns to curbside service May 4
The Coeur d’Alene Public Library will resume curbside service and accepting checked out returns on Monday, May 4. The building will remain closed to the public.
Avista Foundation provides food banks funds
The Avista Foundation has approved another round of grants in response to community agencies experiencing increased demand for services due to the Coronavirus pandemic. The donations include $129,000 to area United Way agencies and $100,000 provided to 45 food pantries throughout Avista’s service territory.
RECORDS
JUDGMENTS
WHITEHEAD: Waterways forum winner
I watched the Hayden Lake Watershed District “Sheriff Forum” and was amazed at the lack of experience in managing waterways by all but one of the candidates.
Bail set for alleged knife-wielder
John F. Ober could be tried as a habitual offender
3Cs distributes $16,000 to local senior meals, food banks
3Cs distributes $16,000 to local senior meals, food banks
Fuel prices still falling
Gas prices kept tumbling last week amid record-high stock levels and continued low demand due to COVID-19 precautions. With another eight-cent drop for the week (the second-largest in the country behind Alaska), the Idaho average price for regular fuel is now just seven cents higher than the national average.
Toy store offering v-shopping, curbside pickup
Downtown toy store offering virtual shopping, curbside pickup
Shutdown protesters plan rally
COEUR d’ALENE — A rally to protest the continued shutdown of Idaho restaurants and bars due to the coronavirus is set for 1 p.m. Friday.
County grapples with property tax dilemma
The Kootenai County Board of Commissioners, as well as Treasurer Steve Matheson and Chief Deputy Treasurer Laurie Thomas, are making plans for 2019 property tax payments.
Shutdown might be increasing shut-eye
Since the stay-at-home orders began, some speculate that America has been sleeping better.
WILLIAMS: Write her in
Are you looking for a State Senator who is willing and able to take action and actually represent you? I’m writing to encourage voters who are registered to vote in Coeur d’Alene to “write-in” Sharon “Shari” Williams for Idaho State Senate, District 4.
Rose Marie Roland, 35
Rose Marie Roland, 35
DELAVAN: Community comes first
Kootenai County voters will face an important decision on their mail-in May 19 primary election ballot with respect to the future of our county’s administration and direction. It is now more important than ever to let your voice be heard. You have an important choice to make in selecting our Kootenai County commissioner, District 2.
ADDIS: Making Idaho better
My husband, Randy, and I moved to Coeur d’Alene in 1974, and when we settled here, we were glad to return to Idaho after living 10 years in Anderson, Alaska. I grew up in Payette, a town about one hour west of Boise, and when I attended the University of Idaho I knew I wanted to live in Coeur d’Alene someday.
KASTNING: Man of character
Tim Kastning and I got to know each other spending many hours riding our adventure motorcycles in the hills around Coeur d’Alene. He is a man of character and would represent Kootenai County well in Boise. I am confident he will vote against any legislation that would harm the way of life for the citizens of Idaho. I will cast my vote for Tim for Representative seat 2B.
Northwest Notes April 28, 2020
Symetra Tour event, slated for Circling Raven, canceled for this season Governor says Washington golf courses can reopen May 5 Kellogg picks Davidian as new football coach
Legals for April, 28 2020
Monday, April 27
16 Idaho nursing homes hit by COVID-19
Idaho’s nursing homes have been hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic, with at least 150 cases at 16 different long-term care facilities in the state
Idaho's top school official sues lawmakers, education board
Idaho's top school official says lawmakers violated the state constitution by approving two laws that reduce her ability to direct critical public school operations
Bender
I’ve been on a real bender lately.
Unearthing the past: local archaeologists add to historical record
Real life archaeology may not have giant boulders and flying arrows and gold artifacts to steal.
Belated pondering of the decade’s best movies
By TYLER WILSON
Fast Five: Chris Larson, hometown hero
Meet Chris Larson, a husband, father and grandfather that has been a firefighter in Kootenai County for 24 years. He is currently the deputy fire marshal for Northern Lakes Fire District and has been with his department for 19 years.
The stay-at-home dad: A ‘Price is Right’ conspiracy theory
A ‘Price is Right’ conspiracy theory
Panhandle scales back COVID-19 announcements
The Panhandle Health District announced Monday that, in an effort to remain consistent across the board, the public health organization is changing the way the COVID-19 watchdogs update the public.
3Cs help feed local families
About 1,500 masks and $16,000 later, Cancer and Community Charities is distributing the wealth.
Some Montana stores cautiously reopen as restrictions eased
Some Montana businesses began reopening under the first phase of a new normal as the number of cases of COVID-19 continue to decline in the state
Wildlife officers kill mountain lion that entered Idaho city
A male mountain lion thought to be the same animal spotted earlier in an Idaho downtown area has been killed by wildlife officials
COVID-19: 3 million cases reported worldwide
The total number of COVID-19 cases surpassed three million worldwide on Monday, according to Johns Hopkins University.
‘Why are we tolerating this?’
About 200 turn out for freedom rally in Coeur d’Alene, call for governor to reopen state
Lawmakers hope to avoid closing time
Idaho and Montana might be neighbors, but for the moment, the two states aren’t drinking buddies.
LOCAL CORONAVIRUS BULLETIN: ‘Immunity passports’ in COVID context
WHO has published new guidance on adjusting public health and social measures for the next phase of the COVID-19 response.
Spotlight on Seniors April 27, 2020
With the cancellation of the spring sports season, The Press would like to honor even more area high school seniors who are missing out on their final sports season of high school.
Petrusev declares for NBA draft, ‘still considering’ return to Zags
Third Gonzaga player to test waters
County absentee ballots hit 20,000
The Kootenai County Elections Office is about to reach a statistically stunning milestone after the coronavirus turned an ordinary primary election into an all-absentee calamity.
Senior Meals
Lake City Center
Hold your breath as storm season approaches
In about five weeks, the 2020 tropical storm and hurricane season will begin. The official date it begins is on June 1 and ends Nov. 30. Based on the 30-year average, in the Atlantic and Caribbean waters, there are about 12 named storms. Six of those storms become hurricanes with two of them in the “major” Category 3 or above.
Puppy scam predators barking plenty
Who let the dogs out? It’s a question you may not have asked yourself this pandemic. With all the extra time spent at home, many are turning to “man’s best friend” as a cure for their isolation blues.
Legals for April, 27 2020
Legals for April, 27 2020
Legals for April, 27 2020
Legals for April, 27 2020
Legals for April, 27 2020
Legals for April, 27 2020
Legals for April, 27 2020
Legals for April, 27 2020
Sunday, April 26
Trump's focus on his base complicates path to reelection
In times of war and national strife, presidents typically try to unite a broken country and see their approval ratings soar
Trump's focus on his base complicates path to reelection
In times of war and national strife, presidents typically try to unite a broken country and see their approval ratings soar
Beautiful day: No new COVID-19 cases here
That’s three good days in a row.
Spain lets children play as US state move at various speeds
By AMY FORLITI and JOSEPH WILSON
Deserted icons: Indiana enclave awaits return of racing
By MICHAEL MAROT
Pentagon focusing on most vital personnel for virus testing
By ROBERT BURNS
Church services resume as Montana takes first step to reopen
By MATTHEW BROWN
SWAT incident at CDA apartment ends in arrest of 57-year-old
A 57-year-old Coeur d’Alene man was arrested around noon Saturday in Coeur d’Alene after a standoff with police in an apartment complex near Northwest Boulevard.
U.S. 95 work still on target
Less traffic offsets virus-related problems
Though the banquet was cancelled, North Idaho’s best high school and college athletes, coaches and teams still honored
COEUR d’ALENE — Athletes, teams and coaches from 17 high schools and three colleges in North Idaho were named winners for the 58th annual North Idaho Athletic Hall of Fame awards sponsored by P1FCU, NIAHOF officials announced Saturday.
THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: The draft, the Vandals and more on Kaline
I kinda liked the way the NFL draft was presented this year.
MOMENTS, MEMORIES and MADNESS with STEVE CAMERON: With their last pick in the 1978 NBA draft, the Denver Nuggets almost select ...
Speaking of draft choices …
One Lakeside condo building eyes July completion date
A July completion is now estimated for the 15-story One Lakeside luxury condominium building under construction at First Street and Lakeside Avenue.
Zags’ Ayayi declares for NBA draft
Like Kispert, he doesn’t plan to hire an agent
BORAH: On right track
I just read Don Sausser’s letter questioning the wisdom of Principal Kristina Davenport’s re-branding of Borah Elementary School. And, first of all, you are right Don, all schools should contain “pervasive hope, contagious joy and academic excellence.” And that’s exactly what Borah contains! I’ve been volunteering there for the last several years, and have nothing but respect for the professionals that teach there every day.
VANDALS: Can’t destroy memories
It is with great sadness that I’m writing in regard to the article of April 16 of the damage to the Anne Frank Memorial in Phippeny Park.
VIRUS: It doesn’t add up
Garbage in, garbage out. I was first introduced to that phrase 40 years ago in a computer programming class and it is just as true now as it was then.
VOTERS: A local sentiment
Elections are on the horizon.
OPINION: HARVEY MACKAY — The importance of loyalty
An elderly woman had always wanted to travel abroad. Now that she was getting on in years, she thought the time had come, but she’d never even been out of the country. So she began by going in person to the passport office and asking how long it would take to have one issued.
LOCAL CORONAVIRUS BULLETIN Antibody Testing
Reports in national media lately have been all about antibody testing (also known as serologic testing) and the excitement of being one step closer to understanding the total impact of COVID-19. This news is hopeful and encouraging, but where are we at in our area?
Better together
Churches unite for 3-day food drive in mall parking lot
Cedar James Gabriel, 19
Laura Mae Jorgenson, 96
Laura Mae Jorgenson, our beloved mother, age 96, peacefully passed into Heaven on Saturday, April 18, 2020 at the Village of Orchard Ridge, her residence since 2015. Preceding her in death were a half-brother, Charles Bird, and an infant, Stephanie Mills.
BACK THEN Flowers and fishes
Despite the moment’s peril — global pandemic or world war — some things never change.
NEIGHBORHOOD OF THE WEEK:
Focus on the right things Measured lawn care Toss the junk
REALITY: Who do you trust?
In response to “Don’t Waste a Thing,” when John or others come into contact with the virus because they need to go to their bar of choice, don’t bother going to the hospital. The state and local officials tried to help within their rights of the “toilet paper.” Trust health officials, not reality stars!
A glimmer of light for local businesses
We’re going to cross a line here, slip under (or jump over) the invisible wall separating the newspaper’s editorial department and advertising department.
VIRUS: Root of the problem
Every day we face risks. That’s why we buy life insurance, auto, home, medical and so forth. With insurance, we pay someone to assume the financial burden of risk.
ANNIVERSARY
Dr. Jim and Louise Grassi
ELAINE CERNY: MY GARDEN PATH — April showers will bring May flowers
In fact, April has already brought quite a few flowers … those of the perennial type. These include tulips, daffodils, primroses, crocus, scilla, lenten roses and violas, just to mention a few. Remember to leave the foliage on those tulips and daffodils after they finish blooming. This is important as the bulbs are then building up for next year’s bloom. To help this along, scratch in some bulb food and water it in.
IGNORANCE: Bridging stupidity
The remedy for “ignorance” is education. No remedy for “stupid.”
Saturday, April 25
Lottery thief nabbed faces up to 15 years
A man with face tattoos who used fake money to buy winning lottery tickets from a vendor on Northwest Boulevard in Coeur d’Alene is in jail facing three felonies.
Farmworkers test positive for COVID-19 at Washington orchard
Dozens of farm workers at a Central Washington orchard have tested positive for COVID-19, though they weren’t experiencing symptoms, according to a newspaper reported published Saturday.
Coeur d’Alene man arrested after stand-off with police
A 57-year old Coeur d’Alene man was arrested around noon Saturday in Coeur d’Alene after a stand-off with police in an apartment complex near Northwest Boulevard.
County holds at 59 COVID-19 cases
After reporting Thursday three new cases of COVID-19 in Kootenai County, Friday and Saturday reports from Panhandle Health District showed no new confirmed cases in the five northern counties.
Global death toll from coronavirus surpasses 200,000
By SARA BURNETT and KATE BRUMBACK
New COVID-19 case brings Montana total cases to 445
HELENA, Mont (AP) — Montana health officials reported one new case of COVID-19 on Saturday, bringing the state’s numbers to 445 cases.
Pandemic leads to Idaho potato market woes
IDAHO FALLS (AP) — The coronavirus pandemic has caused a once strong potato market to make an abrupt about-face, leading some Idaho growers to dump surplus spuds from storage cellars or to feed them to cattle.
Virus: Seattle closes more streets to ease social distancing
SEATTLE (AP) — Seattle will close six more miles of residential streets to vehicle traffic to create space for pedestrians and bicyclists during the coronavirus outbreak.
University researchers working toward COVID-19 vaccine
By MATT NEUMAN
Steve Cameron blog: Rolling with whatever comes next
Still here.
Cd’A Charter to conduct drive-in commencement for grads
Cd’A Charter to conduct drive-in commencement for grads
Gov. Brad Little hands out meals, buys lunch, coffee, and visits downtown shop
Gov. Brad Little hands out meals, buys lunch, coffee, and visits downtown shop
Dalton Gardens ordinance prevents streets used as commercial conduit
Dalton Gardens ordinance prevents streets from use as commercial conduit
Coeur d’Alene Tribe to reopen in phases
PLUMMER — The Coeur d’Alene Tribal Council is beginning the process of re-opening the reservation.
Opening up North Idaho
The day is fast approaching when North Idaho businesses will begin opening their doors. Gov. Little announced Thursday morning his staged approach which includes epidemiological benchmarks that must be met to reopen Idaho. The governor based his plan on data and guidance from the CDC, the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare, and his business task force.
THE FRONT ROW WITH JASON ELLIOTT: The love for football still burns for former Viking Noll
What originally started as a way to make friends has turned into a passion that still burns for Coeur d’Alene High product Max Noll.
Man who reneged on agreement with police back in jail for trafficking
A man who reneged on an agreement to work as a police informant after being arrested in a January drug bust is back in jail.
Listen to the writers
While we’re staying at home, our Coeur d’Alene predecessors were getting together in the midst of their global challenge, World War II.
My story of life in North Idaho
During my first visit to Coeur d’Alene in the summer of 1975, I felt as if I’d stumbled into a time warp of simplicity, beauty and wonder. I saw a community featuring a crystal blue lake, lush wooded areas with green ferns and wildlife, a friendly quaint town with three stoplights and a charming community college where bagpipers in full regalia were piping on the campus at the mouth of the Spokane River. You might say I had found my Margaretville. It took another two years for me to relocate to this beautiful place.
Virus effects on church, society
“Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in one body; and be thankful.” Colossians 3:15
Sheriff’s Blotter
Notable calls
Pole-top fire destroys nest, knocks out power
Pole-top fire destroys nest, knocks out power
Fixing sewer pipes, without digging a trench
Steam billowed from a manhole on 12th Street in Coeur d’Alene’s Garden District on a recent rainy afternoon, as the Coeur d’Alene Wastewater Department worked to rehabilitate sewer pipelines.
TDS bringing 1G broadband to Spokane
SPOKANE — TDS, a business unit of TDS Telecommunications LLC, has been granted a municipal franchise by the city of Spokane, to build a 1,100-mile fiber-to-the-home network. The network will ultimately connect more than 88,000 homes and businesses across the community.
RECORDS
JUDGMENTS
Betty Irene Torre, 88
Betty Irene Torre passed away on April 17, 2020 in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. She was 88 years old.
Legals for April, 25 2020
Legals for April, 25 2020
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Legals for April, 25 2020
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Friday, April 24
KEC saves the day for Kidd Island Bay osprey
Pole-top fire destroys nest, knocks out power
Trump: Postal Service must charge Amazon more, or no loan
President Donald Trump says he won’t approve a $10 billion loan for the U.S. Postal Service unless the agency raises charges for Amazon and other big shippers to four to five times current rates
SHERIFF: Consider some facts
Reading about the reasons for electing Kim Edmondson for Sheriff, I have to react.
EDMONDSON: Right for the job
I have read with concern the support for one of our sheriff candidates coming from various city and county police and fire employees. I served three terms as a city councilman, two of which were as Police Commissioner. During those six years of service I hired two chiefs of police. In addition I have been a business owner for 35+ years. From that background I learned that when employees were endorsing or backing a particular person for a supervisory job it had a smell to it.
DOUG O: Support Trump supporter
I’ve known Doug Okuniewicz roughly 13 years. In the time that I’ve known him, Doug has proven to be a hard-working and honest man. He supports Republican values, including protecting life from conception through natural death, defending the 2nd Amendment, and protecting property owners from the risk of being forced out of their homes due to skyrocketing property taxes. Doug has also been working with locally elected leaders to implement new codes that will make it possible to stop the criminal re-entry center that has been proposed for our area by the Idaho Department of Corrections. And, no surprise here, Doug is a big supporter of President Trump too.
FILLIOS: A proven leader
Chris Fillios deserves to be re-elected to the Board of Kootenai County Commissioners. He has proven to be an exceptional leader with a reasoned approach to problem solving.
NORRIS: Meeting is believing
I am writing in support of Robert Norris for Sheriff. I have had the opportunity to meet and talk with him on a few occasions and he has shown himself to be open and transparent. He is not out to limit growth but being responsible with growth as the county continues to grow and our infrastructure continues to be overloaded with the growth.
KASTNING: Qualities that matter
Integrity, honesty, Christianity and a desire to reduce the size of government are all important to me. It is crucial to elect honorable representatives who will have virtues that align with mine. Tim Kastning is just that candidate. If Russ Fulcher, our Congressman for District 1, and Janice McGeachin, our Lieutenant Governor, have both endorsed Tim then that is good enough for me.
BROOKS: A vote of thanks
There has been a lot of talk about a prison release facility being placed in Kootenai County. No matter if you’re for it or against it, the chance for you to voice your opinion is on the ballot in the May 19th primary election.
DELAVAN: Been here, can do that
The upcoming county commissioner election is crucial for the future of Kootenai County, especially district #2. I heartily endorse fourth-generation resident Greg Delavan. His qualifications as a Navy vet (medical corpsman) and numerous life experiences can be seen in his candidate forum questionnaire: https://bit.ly/2Kpwmll
Wander through virtual wonderland with Figpickels
Toy store offering v-shopping, curbside pickup
Protesters gather at officer’s home
Anti-government activist Ammon Bundy was one of several dozen protesters who showed up at a southwestern Idaho police officer’s home after the officer took into custody an activist at a city playground closed because of the coronavirus
Another Navy warship at sea reports a coronavirus outbreak
The Navy says another warship at sea has reported a coronavirus outbreak and is returning to port
THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Seahawks throw a curveball in first round
Don’t try to earn your wages by outguessing John Schneider.
Drive-in movies? Head to Hayden
Test run was Thursday night in parking lot
AID PACKAGE: He doesn’t love it, but Fulcher votes yes
U.S. Rep. Russ Fulcher voted Thursday for the nearly half-trillion dollar aid package for businesses and hospitals, but he did it with some asterisks attached.
Stopping stigma and discrimination
This is a series about COVID-19 preparation and regional updates. Check the Press daily for new information, tips, and ways our health care professionals are working to keep our community safe.
Zags’ Kispert to test NBA waters
Rising senior says he won’t sign with agent
Weekend TV/Radio highlights
Editor’s note: Because of little live programming these days, The Press is listing, for the time being, TV times for some past pro and college games, and other events. Listings subject to change.
Surviving snakes, war and old Fords
As Ivan Wallgren turns 96, he looks back on a life well-lived
Free coffee a path to inspiration
COEUR d’ALENE — Pastor Jonathan Owens and his wife, Raydeane, are usually busy running Heart of the City Church.
Tale of two airports leaves lasting impression
I learned in the first few days after Idaho confirmed it had coronavirus what a difference a few days and a different country can make in airport scenes.
HUCKLEBERRIES: You need to meet Thomas Kerl
Steve McCrea needs no introduction.
Idaho churches allowed to reopen May 1
Idaho churches can reopen May 1
VIRUS: Blame China, Obama
Justin StormoGipson is off on another liberal rant. As he was bashing Brietbart News and Mr. Abbott, he either forgot or was acting as an uneducated voter. In 2015 during Obama’s tyrannic reign, a $3.7 million grant was awarded by Obama administration via Dr. Fauci! Fauci MD, has now been tied to the grant and should have recused himself from any and all recommendations. The funding grant was awarded to the Chinese virology lab to research coronavirus pandemics! As we all know, Wuhan residents were allowed to leave China and spread the virus throughout the globe all before anyone knew!
GOLF: Teeing off on Spokane
What is going on with the Coeur d’Alene Public Golf Course right now? Why are they letting all of SpoKompton come over here to golf at our course? You can’t even get a tee time within one week right now!
MOTHER: Show no mercy
Regarding the woman in Rathdrum who didn’t know she was pregnant and possibly killed her newborn… she should be sterilized. If you kill your baby once it’s born or your baby is born addicted to drugs or has AIDS, you should be sterilized no question.
RESPONSIBLE: Right thing to do
“With rights come responsibilities.” This saying is beyond dispute. Also beyond dispute is the Constitutional right of “We the People” to peacefully assemble. However, the current COVID-19 outbreak calls on all citizens to briefly set aside this right and accept the responsibility of promoting the general welfare by not assembling ourselves for a short while.
Cd’A reports show clean audit, but that’s before COVID-19 hit
A pair of reports give the city of Coeur d’Alene high marks for bookkeeping and financial stability, but city officials warn the news will not stay good for long.
Salon owner vows to meet, even go beyond, governor’s reopening requirements
Salon owner vows to meet, even go beyond, governor’s reopening requirements
OPINION: UYLESS BLACK — Globalization and pandemics
Mass permanent migrations and as well as mass temporary relocations have been part of humans’ life patterns for many decades. As an example of the former, witness the large of influx of English, Scottish and Irish immigrations to early America in the 17th and 18th centuries. As an example of the latter, consider the temporary residences of Indians in South Africa during the 18th century.
LOGIC: Try this on
It’s not often I see Trump opponents try to use logic to support their point of view. Thus, I applaud J. Strobel’s attempt in his letter to the editor the other day. Unfortunately, coming to a logical conclusion needs to begin with real facts, not semi-truths or half-baked beliefs. And therein lies the problem with his Aristotelian Syllogism conclusion: “Anyone who supports Trump is a traitor to the principles of democracy.”
SNITCHES: Mind your business
I am ashamed that our country’s citizens are encouraged to snitch on their fellow Americans, then getting rewarded for it. California, Michigan and New York have gone power crazy.
PSST: Need a haircut?
You’re not alone! When asked what people would do first when the COVID restrictions are lifted, most answers I’m hearing are “get a haircut, color or other salon service.”
Re-opening Idaho
Governor unveils plan in two-week stages
Betty L. (Leighty) Walker, 71
Our Betty Walker passed away at home on April 17, 2020, to be forever cradled in the arms of Jesus Christ. She was born in Hayden Lake on Jan. 1, 1949, to Kenneth and Stella Leighty. She married Steve Walker on Aug. 1, 1970, in Hayden Lake.
Sheriff candidates featured in watershed group’s forum
All of the candidates running for Kootenai County Sheriff participated in a Zoom forum, now posted unedited on the Hayden Lake Watershed Association’s website.
Extra, extra: Let’s polish these gems
If you haven’t browsed in The Well-Read Moose, you’ve really missed something.
VACCINE: A call for access
Dear Coeur d’Alene Press readers:
Mine disaster memorial, school events canceled
On May 2, you’ll be able to observe the 48th anniversary of the Sunshine Mine Disaster, which claimed the lives of 91 men.
Burn ban lifted today across county
County fire departments will allow open burning again beginning today, according to the Kootenai County Fire Prevention Co-op.
It’s always about family
Meet the Craig-Johnson-Johnson-Nelson ladies, four generations who gathered in Coeur d’Alene and had this timeless photo published April 24, 1942.
The Dollar House: Elegance on Sherman
William Dollar, a native of Ottawa, Canada, was one of the first experienced timber agents to take advantage of the timber boom that was occurring in northern Idaho during the early 1900s.
Let love grow where vandals’ hatred lies
We learned, according to a Press article, that vandals destroyed a tree in memory of Anne Frank in G.O. Phippeny Park at Eighth Street and Montana Avenue. The small tree that was planted in 2006 accompanied a plaque honoring Anne Frank.
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Notable calls
VOTERS: Check their records
Most of us are familiar with the quote, “Those who cannot learn from history are bound to repeat it.” My letter is to serve as a reminder there are two recent and former Kootenai County Commissioners once again seeking public office, David Stewart for County Commissioner District 1 and Marc Eberlein for State Senate District 3.
TRUMP: Answer questions
I have a couple of questions for Mr. Fink.
RIGHTS: That dangerous line
Seeing the front page of the paper Tuesday added to my anger at the people who refuse to accept their responsibility to folks at risk of DYING in order to flout their rights. What is wrong with you? As many as 50% of the folks with this virus have NO symptoms! There is NO constitutional right to put others in danger of dying.
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Thursday, April 23
Computer, internet collection times and points announced
Idaho Business for Education’s Community Activation Project to provide students with PC laptops and internet for remote learning has announced collection times and points:
Local leaders weigh in on plan to reopen churches
Health and church leaders are weighing in on Gov. Brad Little’s plans to reopen Idaho churches May 1.
Neon’s Oscar winner and another forgotten gem hit Hulu
Since its inception in 2017, film distributor Neon has become a powerhouse for independent cinema, culminating with its Best Picture victory earlier this year for Bong Joon-ho’s masterpiece, “Parasite.”
The stay-at-home dad Quarantine birthday for the 5-year-old Wild Card
Quarantine birthday for the 5-year-old Wild Card
Back to school: Local colleges provide resources, opportunities for community despite quarantine
The current health situation has brought a lot of changes, and more are likely to come as adjustments to staying put, perhaps with a full house, are made.
Fast Five: Charlie Cederquist: Serving North Idaho with a smile since ‘03
By DEVIN WEEKS
Slow Down
By BILL BULEY
Scavenger hunt postponed
The 2020 Hayden Drive-Around Scavenger Hunt that was scheduled for Wednesday has been postponed.
Kootenai County has three new COVID cases
Panhandle Health District reported three new cases of COVID-19 in Kootenai County.
STEVE CAMERON BLOG: If we couldn’t laugh...
Still here.
Little: Re-opening starts May 1
Gov. Brad Little announced during a press conference today that Idaho will be re-opening in stages starting May 1.
Idaho’s 5-week unemployment claims exceed 100,000
Laid off Idaho workers filed 108,984 initial claims for unemployment benefits during the first five weeks of the COVID-19 state of emergency.
Burn ban ends tomorrow
Open burning and yard waste permits will be allowed in Kootenai County as of tomorrow, Friday, April 24.
Friday big day for small biz
Leaders say ‘Support Local Gems’
Former NIC men’s basketball coach Phay takes coaching job at NJCAA Missouri State-West Plains
Former NIC men’s basketball coach takes coaching job at NJCAA Missouri State-West Plains
THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Back when there were sports
One year ago, wondering why our car was running so rough might have been our biggest worry.
Hagadone Media Group launches grant program
Will donate $1 million in matching advertising credits
Meals, coffee for first responders
Police officers, firefighters and health care workers are continuing to receive gifts for their efforts in these coronavirus times.
Idaho Codes to boost computer literacy
Governor, project partners announce new computer science program
Keep your kids busy at home
Families are doing their part to help stem the coronavirus outbreak by keeping children at home. But that doesn’t mean it’s an easy thing to do. It can be especially difficult if parents are also working from home.
AT COLLEGE: April 23, 2020
Ridge Lovett
Let’s help honor high school sports seniors in The Press
With the cancellation of the spring sports season, The Press would like to honor even more area high school seniors who are missing out on their final sports season of high school.
Few spring Chinook in Idaho so far
Although spring Chinook salmon fishing season opens Saturday in Idaho, few fish have been documented crossing the Lower Granite Dam, 25 miles downstream of Lewiston.
Cow elk and whitetail doe poached, wasted near Blanchard
Poachers killed and left to waste an elk and a deer near Blanchard, according to Idaho Fish and Game.
Public historian Sara Jane Ruggles is a collector, preserver of memories
Public historian Sara Jane Ruggles is a collector, preserver of memories
Feds propose opening more refuges to hunting and fishing opportunities
More land in Idaho will be opened to hunters and anglers under a move by the federal government to amend rules at some federal wildlife refuges.
How to get legit info on stimulus checks
The one-time stimulus checks which are part of the $2 trillion Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act includes direct payments to most Americans. Checks are starting to arrive and I received mine on April 15.
Grizzly bear confirmed near Grangeville recreation site
Idaho Fish and Game have confirmed a grizzly bear roaming south of Grangeville in west central Idaho.
New catch and release record bull trout caught in Kootenai River
A Post Falls man is the latest state catch-and-release record holder for bull trout.
Movers and Shakers
Roger Stewart, owner of Allegra Marketing Print Mail, accepted the Sales Growth Award for January, which is presented to the top 10 businesses in Alliance Franchise Brands’ international network of marketing and print services providers.
Opal’s Homestead Hacks: Easy-in-bulk
Today’s hack is a home economics trifecta: It extends food life, reduces waste, and saves time. All you need are used jars and Ziploc bags (remember, you can wash and reuse those too).
Panhandle swan season will make 50 tags available
An experimental swan hunting season was established for parts of the Panhandle last week by the Idaho Fish and Game Commission.
Sheriff’s Blotter
Notable calls
Patricia A. ‘Pat’ Riggs, 88
Patricia A. “Pat” Riggs, 88, passed away on April 16, 2020. Born in Miles City, Mont., to Edward and Emma (Bailey) Gavin on Nov. 24, 1931.
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JUDGMENTS
NIC Graduate Portfolio show to open online
Every spring, North Idaho College graphic and web design students plan the production of their annual Graduate Portfolio show, and this year’s show was set to open April 24 at the Jacklin Arts and Cultural Center in Post Falls.
Pastor: Ramadan presents opportunity
It’s not often nearly the whole world shares a common experience. When such a moment happens, as it is now, it presents a unique opportunity to focus on what humans share. To choose anew between a self-centric “me” or inclusive “us” mentality.
Singletary lecture moves to Facebook Live
COEUR d’ALENE — Robert Singletary will resume his lecture series about historic homes in Coeur d’Alene with a Facebook Live presentation at 4 p.m. today.
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Inslee: Stay-at-home order working, changes to be data-led
Republican gubernatorial candidate Joshua Freed sues Inslee in federal court, challenging the current prohibition on religious gatherings under the stay-at-home order
Idaho governor gets flak from own party on virus decisions
Calls to disobey have increased along with a smattering of defiant actions across the state
Senate approves $483B virus aid deal, sends it to House
The Senate has approved a $483 billion coronavirus aid package after Congress and the White House reached a deal
Poll: Few Americans support easing virus protections
A new survey finds Americans remain overwhelmingly in favor of stay-at-home orders and other efforts to slow the spread of the coronavirus
Governor announces new coding program
Gov. Brad Little and industry, government and education leaders announced the Idaho Codes program this morning.
Idaho’s small businesses need our help On Friday, support our local gems
Idaho’s local businesses are the backbone of our state’s economy – they’re also the lifeblood of our communities. They provide us with goods and services, local jobs, health care coverage, growth opportunities, community identity and immeasurable community value.
Idaho activist arrested for refusing to leave playground
Growing number of protests in Idaho and elsewhere over stay-at-home orders
Health officials report 2 more COVID-19 cases
For the third consecutive day, Panhandle Health District has reported two new cases of COVID-19 in Kootenai County.
Snohomish County sheriff won't enforce stay-at-home order
Says, 'the impacts of COVID 19 no longer warrant the suspension of our constitutional rights'
Gov. Bullock announces first phase of reopening Montana
People over age 65 and those with underlying health conditions are asked to continue to stay at home
Idaho appellate court upholds ex-priest prison sentence
The Idaho Court of Appeals has affirmed a 25-year sentence for a former Boise priest convicted of possessing violent and extreme child pornography
Water — and what it carries — flows into the lake
Pollution prevention is important for North Idaho rivers, lakes
HOW THEY WERE BUILT: Post Falls High wrestling — With help from strong club programs, a powerhouse in the making
It wasn’t like the cupboard was bare when Pete Reardon took over as head coach of the Post Falls High wrestling program in 2009.
Earth Day the North Idaho way
Today marks the 50th anniversary of the modern environmental movement. Over one billion people in 190 countries will celebrate the largest secular observance in the world.
‘It was a wildfire’
Cd’A nurse in epicenter of New York’s COVID crisis
Gizmo to gift 120 project kits to foster kids
Gizmo to gift 120 project kits to foster kids
City Council transfers Atlas park, funds homeless COVID plans
The Coeur d’Alene City Council met virtually Tuesday evening to maintain a normal business routine in a backdrop that is anything but normal. They debated a number of issues — some routine, some COVID-driven — as they met to conduct city business. These were some of their decisions:
It’s the beer — and a lot more
With PPP in hand, Daft Badger Brewing will add food to curbside services
Back on the road again
After crashing last month, traffic numbers see bump
THE CHEAP SEATS WITH STEVE CAMERON: On eve of draft, Seahawks zero in
YES, WE have your questions and comments on how the Seahawks can improve.
NORTHWEST NOTES: April 23, 2020
Beckman earns WHL Western Conference
ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Kenyon Spotted Horse, Lakeside High
Kenyon Spotted Horse
COINCIDENCE? Virus and hair color
Since the shutdown and stay at home order, I’ve noted a strange occurrence. It appears that more and more women’s hair is changing color. Could this strange phenomenon be an indication of being too close to someone who has the coronavirus? I feel this issue warrants an investigation.
SHERIFF: That was an endorsement
I read Sheriff Wolfinger’s April 16th Research and Opinion column with great interest, thinking I’d gain some insight on the Sheriff’s replacement.
WRITER: Gloves come off
Wow! What a difference a month makes — from the greatest economy in the history of our country to almost a shutdown of America, and the world. You might think Democrats would put politics aside so we could battle this virus together — but no! So I guess my gentle side is over — for now. Let’s see why.
SHERIFF: Well done, Ben
Opinion section: Wolfinger’s article re: Sheriff Candidates. Good start in evaluating the applicants. The Kootenai County Sheriff should be squeaky clean — period!
Legion honors student delegates
American Legion Post 154 of Rathdrum selected five outstanding local students to represent North Idaho at the American Legion Boys State Program in Boise this year. Unfortunately, due to the COVID–19 virus, that program had to be canceled.
Friday special day for small businesses
U.S. Sen. Jim Risch and the Idaho Department of Commerce announced creation of “Support Local Gems,” an all-day event to support Idaho small businesses whose operations have been hurt by the COVID-19 outbreak.
Today’s test is impossible to ace
There are no easy answers anymore.
BORAH: About that goal
After reading the article regarding Borah’s proposed transformation I questioned this: “Our goal is for Borah to become a school of pervasive hope, contagious joy and academic excellence.” Isn’t that the goal for every school in District 271?
PANDEMIC: Don’t waste a thing
Is it true state and local officials are urging citizens to use old copies of the U.S. Constitution to ease the toilet paper shortage?
COLUMN: Marriage counsel clarified
Bob Shillingstad’s Saturday column about the Guindons’ counseling approach concerns me. He characterized them as Marriage Counselors, not Christian Teachers.
FRIDAYS: Let’s wear red
We need to go back to wearing red on Fridays to honor all the groups out there making sure we are safe. This includes law enforcement, fire and EMS, doctors, nurses and all who work to make us well and safe while knowing they could harm themselves.
Community invited to unique scavenger hunt
HAYDEN — Northwest Expedition Academy is inviting NExA family members and the whole Hayden community out for a scavenger hunt next Wednesday.
Post Falls council urges more COVID-19 testing
The Post Falls City Council voted Tuesday to send a letter to Gov. Brad Little, urging the governor to procure both additional COVID-19 tests and serology tests prior to lifting the state’s stay-at-home order.
SHERIFF: Opinion piece inappropriate
I find Sheriff Wolfinger’s opinion on candidates running for his position extremely inappropriate. It is one thing to endorse a candidate, but to use his position to discourage and discredit the others based on his biased personal research is unprofessional and reeks of “Good old boys,” politics. I for one was outraged by it, and to be honest, it prompted me to want to vote for anyone but his choice.
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Notable calls
Civil Air Patrol helps emergency operations
Coeur d’Alene Civil Air Patrol is answering the call.
On the front lines
Like many of you, I am glued to news reports about the pandemic. Recently, there was a somber story about allocations of medical resources and who gets them. We all know about the scarcity of medical supplies and equipment for facing the killer virus and watch it on the daily news. We see the warriors on the front lines battling the infection to treat their patients. Doctors now have to triage patients for who gets treatment and who does not. It purports an impossible decision that is necessary to help as many people as they can. Yes, the time has come that puts human life in jeopardy assigning our limited resources to the most viable patients.
‘Freedom’ gathering on Sunday
What is being billed as a “Coeur d’Alene Idaho Freedom Gathering” is scheduled 1 to 2 p.m. Sunday.
How and when to wear cloth face coverings
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) now recommends every person wear a cloth face covering (cloth mask, bandana, etc.) when entering a health care facility and all public settings where maintaining social distancing is difficult (grocery stores, pharmacies, etc.)
BACK THEN A penny saved...
The way things are going, a gallon of gas might soon cost about what it did in 1942.
Let’s give back to our local nonprofits
I. Last year during Idaho Gives area nonprofits joined together for a block party at City Park where there were carousel rides, museum tours, a volunteer fair, and a cornhole tournament. The plan was to continue this tradition of camaraderie and community connection, but the world has changed and nonprofits must fundraise and communicate with donors differently.
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Tuesday, April 21
Diary of a shut-in, Week 6
The name of this column for decades has been Main Street. For quite a few years my personalized license plates have read MAIN ST. The phrase Main Street describes, collectively, everyday working class people and small business owners; and, geographically, a primary commerce area of a small town.
Community invited to scavenger hunt
Northwest Expedition Academy is inviting NExA family members and the whole Hayden community out for a scavenger hunt next Wednesday.
Kootenai County up to 54 COVID-19 cases
Two new cases of COVID-19 were confirmed in Kootenai County, Panhandle Health District reported Tuesday. That brings the county total to 54.
Idaho pursuing land exchange deal with timber company, US
Idaho officials haven't given up on a three-way land swap and cash deal involving a private timber company and the U.S. Forest Service that is running into opposition from the Nez Perce Tribe
Special delivery
Gizmo-CDA provides fun projects for CASA kids
Trump is playing a dangerous double game
President Trump is playing both sides on the issue of whether to lift stay-at-home restrictions. He is likely to cause untold damage to the effort to control the coronavirus as a result of his duplicity. It is unconscionable for the President of the United States to use his office in this way for raw political gain.
Steve Cameron blog: Look, up in the sky!
Still here.
‘This is my right’
Even after citation, Rathdrum woman continues yard sale
LODGING A BULLET
Roosevelt Inn gets loan, but success far from certain
Locals ahead of national census curves
The Founding Fathers understandably did not have the forethought to predict when a pandemic would threaten the machinery of the Constitution. After all, prior to its drafting, the most recent outbreak on record was a smallpox epidemic from 1633.
PF library, museum offer digital journeys
POST FALLS — One goal of libraries and museums is to provide public access to their archived materials.
New routines to stay healthy
Times are trying for us right now. Our routines have been knocked off their rockers. Some may enjoy self-isolating at home while others miss the excitement of gatherings and socializing. For the moment, gyms are closed, dining at restaurants is not an option, and the things that can make us feel good, such as getting our hair or nails done, or a massage, are not in the cards.
Sheriff’s Blotter
Notable calls of the day!
WHITEHEAD: Will stand for rights
Richard Whitehead is associated with the Constitutional Sheriffs and Peace Officers (CSPO) and Oathkeepers. I was an organizer of Oathkeepers in 2011-2014 in the Panhandle. Oathkeepers is a C-corp to avoid the hassles that 501-C3 groups were encountering with the IRS in 2010. You may remember the 2nd Amendment Rally at Black Sheep in 2013 or when Sheriff Mack, the founder of CSPO, spoke at the Lincoln Day dinner in 2014. Both organizations were dedicated to instilling the importance of the US Constitution in the daily routines of police, firefighters and military personnel both active and retired. Neither organization was anti-government, both believing liberty requires government and the rule of law.
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JUDGMENTS
JACOBSEN: Fiscally responsible
Elizabeth Jacobsen is running for Kootenai County Commissioner district 2. We were neighbors in Hayden and attended Coeur d’Alene High School 50 years ago and have always remained friends.
NORRIS: Best sheriff choice
I am writing this letter in support of Robert Norris for Kootenai County Sheriff. I had the pleasure of meeting personally with Robert to determine his suitability for the Office of Sheriff. During my lengthy interview, I asked Robert numerous questions regarding the depth of his experience, knowledge, as well as his leadership philosophy and perspective on community policing engagement.
BACK THEN You can’t wipe with gems
Diamonds are a government’s best friend.
No conflict declared in county hire
Terri Dickerson, campaign treasurer for Commissioner Bill Brooks, hired as the Veteran’s Officer assistant
FILLIOS: Earns the 3 E’s
Experience: Experience in management, budgeting, working with community leaders, being flexible, basing decisions on facts, listening to all sides equally, working with the general public on issues, etc.. Chris Fillios has this kind of experience, especially as your current County Commissioner; his opponents do not. One of his opponents was even fired twice from the same job while serving the general public; not the kind of experience one looks for in a good candidate.
EDMONDSON: Tried, tested and true
As a born and raised native here in Kootenai County, Ive had the privilege to be raised in the Law Enforcement Family. I was inspired by my father who is a retired CDA PD Lieutenant to become a cop myself. It was the old school cops like Larry House and Dave Scates that made growing up a lot more fun here in this community. It was their style of community policing that locals can look back on and talk about around campfires, “Hey remember that time Jason Felton chased us riding dirt bikes?”
Doug O: Vote for honest man
I enthusiastically endorse Doug Okuniewicz for the Idaho House of Representatives for District 2, Seat B. I’ve known him for many years. Doug is extremely ethical, researches the issues impacting Idaho citizens, has conservative values and is someone I completely trust.
Research: Have you had your forest bath yet?
Happy 50th, Earth Day. Since we can’t throw parties, how about a forest bath?
Isolation order doesn’t spike county DV, suicide case rate
Domestic violence and suicide rates have decreased in Kootenai County since residents were urged to stay at home because of cornoavirus concerns.
Washington recreation invaders met with flyers, not fisticuffs
North Idaho boat launches and public docks could be quieter in the coming weeks since the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office began asking Washington residents to comply with their own state’s — and Idaho’s — orders to stay at home.
NORRIS: Fresh perspective needed
This is not your father’s Kootenai County, nor the one I moved to in 1993. The entire area has grown significantly and will continue to. Most of our growth is from people like me who chose this area — for obvious reasons. Unfortunately, this growth has also generated an increase in crime, a change in the type of crimes and severity thereof, and other new law enforcement issues. It is imperative that the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office (KCSO) implements current and best law enforcement practices to provide professional service to the citizens of and visitors to Kootenai County during these trying times.
NIC Board of Trustees to meet
The next meeting of the North Idaho College Board of Trustees is scheduled for 6 p.m. Wednesday.
Cd’A considers coronavirus czar
COEUR d’ALENE — Staff at City Hall will ask the Coeur d’Alene City Council tonight to consider a COVID-19 czar of sorts: a temporary point person to handle all matters related to the pandemic.
Mourning dove
The title of Idaho’s most sad-sounding cry might have to be the appropriately named mourning dove (Zenaida macroura). The oowoo-woo-woo-woo call is quite distinctive and sets them apart from most (if not all) other related birds.
KASTNING: Wins daughter’s approval
It may seem like a daughter’s endorsement of her dad for public office would be a given, but I disagree. I think family relationships give insight into the full breadth of a person, especially that of a daughter and her father. Since I’ve seen him in about every situation possible, in peaks, valleys, joys, sorrows, good times and bad, I can honestly say I know Tim Kastning in the fullest sense. It took a while to narrow a description of him down to just a few words, but I believe these paint the clearest picture of my dad.
Legals for April, 21 2020
Monday, April 20
False suicide stats spread on social media
Coeur d’Alene — Inaccurate claims about the number of suicides in Kootenai County spread via social media this weekend, according to the Kootenai County Office of Emergency Management.
Oil price goes negative as demand collapses; stocks dip
Oil prices plunged below zero on Monday, the latest never-before-seen number to come out of the economic coma caused by the coronavirus pandemic
Trump, Congress near deal on small business, hospital aid
The Trump administration and Congress are laboring toward an agreement on an aid package of more than $450 billion to boost a small-business loan program that has run out of money
Report: Washington wolf population grew 11% in 2019
The wolf population in Washington state increased by at least 19 animals in 2019, despite multiple lethal removals due to wolf-livestock conflict
Start Small, think big
By Jennifer Buley
With schools closed, more Idaho students start farm jobs
With students doing school work remotely during the coronavirus pandemic, officials say more youths are filling their days by doing farm labor and other agricultural jobs
Two new COVID-19 cases confirmed here
After a weekend with no new COVID-19 cases being reported, Kootenai County added two on Monday, according to Panhandle Health District.
Doubly Determined
Charlie Hughes, a double-amputee, bikes, golfs and loves the active lifestyle of North Idaho
All hands on deck in Elections Office
COEUR d’ALENE — Those working in the Kootenai County Elections Office are not having to endure a common public enemy: boredom.
Leadership event coming straight to your place
In the midst of a pandemic, many online experiences give listeners stuck at home the ability to stream live events.
LOCAL CORONAVIRUS BULLETIN Staying apart isn’t easy, but it’s right
This is a series about COVID-19 preparation and regional updates. Check the Press daily for new information, tips, and ways our health care professionals are working to keep our community safe.
Remembering my last normal day: The day of the play
Burrowed inside my windbreaker, I walked briskly in the chill of a mid-March evening toward the University of Idaho’s Hartung Theater, unaware of how radically my life would change once the curtains closed.
Senior Meals
Lake City Center
Legals for April, 20 2020
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: BEVERLY A. TAYLOR, Deceased. CASE NO. CV 28-20-2356 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN
Sunday, April 19
Global health crisis pits economic against health concerns
By WILL WEISSERT and JILL COLVIN
Inslee takes Trump to task for fomenting ‘insubordination’
OLYMPIA, Wash. (AP) — Washington Gov. Jay Inslee again blasted President Donald Trump’s call to “liberate” parts of the country from state stay-at-home and other orders designed to combat the spread of the coronavirus, saying Sunday that Trump is fomenting a potentially deadly “insubordination” before the pandemic is contained.
Evolving aid package offers billions for hospitals, testing
By HOPE YEN and LISA MASCARO
Sports leagues seek return to play but with no guarantees
With no games being played, recent sports headlines have centered around hopes and dreams — namely, the uncharted path leagues and teams must navigate to return to competition in the wake of the pandemic.
Coronavirus accelerates decline of slumping coal industry
By MEAD GRUVER and MATTHEW BROWN
‘Print It Forward’
Atomic Threads helps itself — and other businesses
VIRUS: Rights in jeopardy
How many of your human and Constitutional rights are you willing to give up for a medical crisis that is not as bad as last year’s common flu season? Those who have died to give you those freedoms are wanting to know.
GRADUATION: The show can go on
Just a suggestion for the local school boards.
Two new protections coming for patients
Impact of recently-signed Idaho Patient Act remains to be seen
SHUTDOWN: It’s a killer
The governor’s statewide, one-size-fits-all shutdown — treating the north the same as the distant south — is wrong. Losing your job or business also kills — through depression, substance abuse and suicide.
VIRUS: How serious is it?
March 25 total U.S. cases: 55,148
SHOPPING: Mask up, leaders
On April 16, the Mayor of Los Angeles decreed that anyone going into a grocery store must wear a face mask. There is nothing wrong with that everywhere in Kootenai County. I went out yesterday from my hibernation to buy a few products and was astonished at how many people were going into Safeway stores as well as Fred Meyer with no gloves, no face mask, little concern of social distancing, and probably not too concerned with the community as a whole.
LOCAL CORONAVIRUS BULLETIN Don’t put off care you need
Seeking proper medical care is important, even during a time of social distancing. Having COVID-19 in our community doesn’t mean you should put off going to the doctor for necessary medical care.
MOMENTS, MEMORIES and MADNESS with STEVE CAMERON: The best baseball players I ever saw in person — by position
We’re going off-script a little bit today.
Office, warehouse under construction in Hayden
Two buildings, including an office complex and a 10,000-square-foot warehouse, are being built by H.D. Fowler Co. on 5 acres at 2602 W. Hayden Ave. between Ramsey and Atlas roads. The property is for outdoor storage.
THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: The sounds of staying at home
It used to be the sounds of the ice cream truck were what got everybody flying out of the house at once.
Milestone Announcements
ANNIVERSARIES
Edward Inez Moreno, 61
It’s with a heavy heart that we announce Edward Inez Moreno, 61, passed away peacefully in his Dalton Gardens home during the early morning hours of Easter Sunday, April 12, 2020.
NEIGHBORHOOD OF THE WEEK: Real estate apps to treat the shopping bug
Real estate agents around the Inland Northwest continue their work, albeit with extra precautions in place as a result of COVID-19 and state mandated stay-at-home orders.
OPINION Sheriff is wrong on this one
The Kootenai County Deputy Sheriff’s Association (KCDSA) has become much more visible recently as a result of an overwhelming feeling among its members that the time to prepare this organization for growth is now. The KCDSA has a vision for change, and have collectively stood up and spoken out to effect this change. Our voice was heard when we voted to endorse Robert Norris with a clear majority.
Sheriff debate ratcheted up just a bit
Thursday’s analysis by Sheriff Ben Wolfinger of the four Republicans seeking to replace him in January accomplished at least one big feat: It got people talking.
OPINION: HARVEY MACKAY — Always be learning!
A Marine corporal was driving a benefits specialist from base to base to deliver lectures on life insurance, according to a story in Reader’s Digest. After listening to a dozen of these talks, the corporal insisted he knew the spiel by heart.
Saturday, April 18
MISINFORMATION: It can be lethal
Dear CdA Press readers,
No new COVID cases in North Idaho
Panhandle Health District gave the region a little shot in the arm Saturday, reporting no new cases of COVID-19 in any of the state’s five northernmost counties.
Oregon officials credit early action, luck to curbing virus
SALEM, Ore. — Oregon is in its fourth week of lockdown. Residents can’t enter state parks in mountains and in valleys now blooming with springtime flowers, or go to the state’s trademark wineries and microbreweries.
Washington bus driver dies after contracting coronavirus
SEATTLE (AP) — A King County Metro bus driver who worked in a highly-populated area that includes Seattle has died after contracting the coronavirus.
Governors feel heat to reopen from protesters, president
By PAUL WEBER and FRANK JORDANS
Canada, United States extend border restrictions for another 30 days
By ROB GILLIES
UW model: Washington could start safely reopening May 18
SEATTLE (AP) — Modelers at the University of Washington are starting to tackle a big question as the arc of the novel coronavirus pandemic appears to be flattening in places like Washington state: When will it be safe to begin loosening restrictions keeping the virus in check?
St. Luke’s hopes to increase coronavirus testing capacity
BOISE (AP) — St. Luke’s Health System says it’s looking to significantly increase its testing capacity for the coronavirus by using its own labs starting Monday.
Teachers on TV: Classes hit the airwaves during pandemic
By MIKE CATALINI
Steve Cameron blog: Saturday, April 18, 2020: Hey, I’ll help
Still here.
Doubly Determined
Charlie Hughes, a double-amputee, bikes, golfs and loves the active lifestyle of North Idaho
How dry we are, how warm we’ll be
We’re currently in a drier-than-normal weather pattern across the Inland Northwest. For April, precipitation totals are barely over a half inch in Coeur d’Alene. Our monthly normal is 1.77 inches, so it now appears that our precipitation total for April will end up below normal.
GAMES OVER: IHSAA cancels remainder of spring sports season in Idaho, including state tournaments
Like thousands of other high school athletes, Post Falls High senior Katie Fleming was looking forward to the final sports season of her high school career.
Murder in midtown
Man charged with jacking car possible murder suspect, too
Woman accused of murdering newborn
A 22-year-old Rathdrum woman who told police she did not know she was pregnant when she gave birth early Tuesday is in jail on $1 million bail for allegedly murdering her child.
Rathdrum woman cited for violating stay-home order
A Rathdrum woman was cited Friday for violating Gov. Brad Little’s stay-home order after allegedly holding a yard sale.
Enjoy the outdoors, just do it safely
Staying physically active is one of the best ways to keep your mind and body healthy. In many areas, people can visit parks, trails, and open spaces as a way to relieve stress, get some fresh air and vitamin D, stay active, and safely connect with others.
Hundreds gather to oppose order
SAGLE — Hundreds gathered at the south end of the U.S. 95 Long Bridge on Friday to protest Gov. Brad Little’s stay-at-home order because of the novel coronavirus pandemic.
THE FRONT ROW WITH JASON ELLIOTT: Practice made perfect for Currie on links
This week was scheduled to be a big one for Lake City High senior Kyla Currie.
FILLIOS: Don’t believe opponent
A mailer from County Commissioner candidate Greg Delavan is either inaccurate or blatantly dishonest.
RECORDS
JUDGMENTS
Deputies send disc golfers back to Washington
Unwanted neighbors getting educated
Seniors, you’re not forgotten
By MARY LOU THOMPSON
Movers and shakers
Beamis named CEO/leader at Keller Williams
Kyra Beamis has been named CEO/Team Leader for Keller Williams Realty.
SHERIFF: Question for Norris
While researching the candidates for the Kootenai County Sheriff election, I came across an unexpected expenditure in the 2019 Campaign Financial Disclosure Report for Robert Norris. There is a payment of $3,000 in campaign funds on December 23, 2019 to “Reputation Defender.” That company’s (Reputation Defender) service offers to bury negative Internet content. They claim: “We make negative content in search results virtually invisible by pushing it out of sight.”
SHERIFF: No LA blues
We are lifelong L.A. County residents, who moved here to God’s country mid-2017; which is about the same time as Los Angeles County Sheriff, Retired, Bob Norris. We left our home of 30 years and lifelong community of family and friends because we just couldn’t take it any longer.
EDMONDSON: Local and knowledgeable
Thank you Sheriff Wolfinger for your investigation of all of the candidates running for Sheriff of Kootenai County. I had looked into these candidates for a few months also and I agree with your findings. I also felt like someone was trying to buy the office of Sheriff.
Jordan P. ‘Tut’ Tuthill, 88
Jordan P. “Tut” Tuthill, 88, left this planet to be with the Lord on March 22, 2020. Born Oct. 27, 1931, in Norwich, Vt., to Ruth (school teacher in the 1920s) and Benjamin Tuthill (farmer and house painter). He was the fifth of six children who lived and were raised on a remote farm several miles outside the hamlet of Norwich.
SHERIFF: A prosecutor’s preference
Please vote for Captain Kim Edmondson for Kootenai County Sheriff in the primary election. I worked closely with Captain Edmondson for 20 years when I was the elected Kootenai County Prosecuting Attorney from 1989 to 2009. Together we successfully prosecuted society’s worst offenders: murderers, drug dealers, sex offenders and more.
‘A labor of love’
Gizmo-CDA creates face shields for health care providers, caregivers
Jason Thomas Peebles
Jason Thomas Peebles, 48, passed away on April 13, 2020. He was born Sept. 13, 1971, in Davenport, Wash., to Tim and Margo Peebles. He spent his first five years in Davenport, then a year in Pullman, Wash., and then the remainder of his life in Coeur d’Alene and Hayden, Idaho.
Watch out for work-from-home offers
As businesses remain closed because of COVID-19, Idaho’s unemployment rate continues to rise, with more than 30,000 people in Idaho needing benefits weekly. For many people, the uncertainty of their long-term employment status and a decrease in income has them looking for ways to make money working from home.
Mystery of the missing masks
Still here, although …
REBUTTAL: The candidates shoot back
In Thursday’s Press, Sheriff Ben Wolfinger shared his analysis of the four candidates whose names appear on the Republican primary ballot.
Marriage and family during a lockdown
This “lockdown” or quarantine has been something none of us have experienced before and the effects are many. The baseball, soccer and track meets are canceled. Movie theaters, concerts and events not happening. Many are not able to work and students are home instead of in school.
Kinder Magic staff greets students, parents in drive-thru celebration
Kinder Magic staff greets students, parents in drive-thru celebration
William ‘Bill’ H. Selzer, 90
William “Bill” H. Selzer, 90, of Spokane, Wash., died April 15, 2020, in Hayden, Idaho.
Thanks to the community
Since the activation of the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, resources suddenly became strained. Personal protective equipment, paper towels and even hand sanitizer evaporated seemingly overnight. Without the invaluable help of the Salvation Army Kroc Center in Coeur d’Alene, who not only became a hub for community donations but also staffed the donation center, resources for first responders could have vanished.
SWAMP: Doug O’s a drainer
Mark Twain once said, “Never let the truth get in the way of a good story.” I’m sure Jeff Tyler was only trying to do his buddy, Tim Kastning, a favor in his letter to the editor earlier this week.
Legals for April, 18 2020
NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE DISTRICT COURT FOR THE FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF THE STATE OF IDAHO, IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF KOOTENAI IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF JAMES ELDRED TRAVIS, DECEDENT. CASE NO: CV28-20-2141
Friday, April 17
Rathdrum woman cited for violating isolation
A Rathdrum woman was cited Friday for violating Gov. Brad Little’s stay-home order.
Shooting suspect identified
A 37-year-old Coeur d’Alene man who is believed to have been involved in a fatal shooting in Midtown Thursday evening, and who led police on a high-speed chase prior to his arrest, will have his first court appearance today.
Man accused of burglarizing storage units
Hayden — A California man was arrested for allegedly burglarizing units in a storage facility north of Hayden.
Stay-home protest on Long Bridge today
SANDPOINT — Idaho residents are joining the ranks of residents in other states who are pushing back against stay-at-home orders.
One new COVID case; county reaches 50
Kootenai County added another confirmed case of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, Panhandle Health District announced today.
IHSAA cancels remainder of spring sports season in Idaho
The high school spring sports season in Idaho officially ended Friday morning when the Idaho High School Activities Association announced the cancelation of the remainder of the spring sports season, including the upcoming scheduled state tournaments.
Rathdrum woman arrested for homicide
Police arrested a Rathdrum woman this week for the alleged murder of a newborn.
THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: The real MVP of this pandemic
Gonzaga got good news from two sources this week.
‘Everything was great. And then …’
Jim Purtee, owner of Jimmy’s Down the Street, hopes carry out orders help it survive the shutdown
Huckleberries makes its Press debut
We’re probably saying it wrong — the “Coeur” in Coeur d’Alene, that is.
Northwest Notes April 17, 2020
Bayley ties for fifth in Outlaw Tour
WIC is here for you during COVID-19
This is an uncertain time for all of us as we navigate our way through COVID-19. Despite the turmoil, Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) is here for you.
Weekend TV/Radio highlights
FRIDAY
LETTER: Statistical malpractice
In a recent letter to The Press, Mr. Steven Abbott — quoting a recent Breitbart magazine article — cites COVID-19 antibody testing at a single Chicago hospital as proof that at least 100 million Americans have had COVID-19, and further concludes that the U.S. is at the tail end of the infection.
Yep, records are made to be broken
Sports — remember those?
Free pizza and good tidings, too
Jim Hightower and Domino’s giving away 500 pies this month
Man who skipped bail on pot charge sentenced to a year behind bars
An Oregon man who skipped bail after accepting a plea bargain on a marijuana trafficking charge was sentenced Wednesday in Coeur d’Alene to a year in prison.
KASTNING: Wins comparison test
We have two Republican, family dedicated candidates running for legislature in District 2, Position B, Tim Kastning and Doug O. We use different lenses and priorities in reviewing differences between candidates — traditional values, Bible-based values, Constitutional support, transparency, etc.
RECORDS
JUDGMENTS
Coeur d’Alene elementary school to undergo major educational, staffing overhaul
Elementary school to undergo major educational, staffing overhaul
New group creates voter guide
How many Kootenai County residents have felt frustrated when trying to research a candidate’s beliefs and what they stand for during election season? A new group has been started in Kootenai County whose primary goal is to provide non-partisan voter guides for all contested races in Kootenai County’s next election.
The Corona Rules: Part I
Laughing at stress may be the best way to cope with it.
Summer Theater actress unmasks fundraising plan
Actress Ellie Cook participated in CDA Summer Theatre's 2019 season, an experience that left quite the impression on her.
Safeway, Albertsons offer postage relief to absentee voters
When the coronavirus forced Idaho Secretary of State Lawerence Denney to declare the May 19 election will be all-absentee, a gap in communication led to some ballots escaping to mailboxes without a small but critical necessity: return postage.
EDMONDSON: Best choice for sheriff
The citizens of Kootenai County have a great opportunity to vote for a professional leader in the Sheriff’s Office, that being Kim Edmondson. Kim brings a proven track record rising from detention deputy to captain within the department. She also brings a historical perspective which is crucial to making timely decisions.
TESTING: Skeptical of the stats
First, I applaud Governor Little for all he has done. But with the discussion recently about the government’s culpability in not informing the public of the seriousness of COVID-19 early on, how can Kootenai County follow in their footsteps by not testing? Rather than posting erroneous numbers, our officials should at least be honest enough to say that they do not know what the numbers really are.
Virus keeps deputies busy
Incidents involving the coronavirus are making their way to the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office.
VIRUS: No political Rx
This letter is to all of you “constitutional rights” people who are reacting to limitations during this coronavirus.
CHINA: Civilization, beware
The Chinese government has been engaged in waging political and economic world warfare for years, principally with the United States. The coronavirus suddenly appears at a time when We the People, to our detriment, are seriously engaged in political infighting. California is actually a part of the United States.
MASKS: Make ‘em mandatory
Wednesday was my first time in a grocery store in around three weeks. Arrived at Winco at 8 a.m., put on our masks and went inside. There were not too many shoppers at this time but the numbers grew over the next 30 minutes.
No headline
The Corona Rules: Part II
Sheriff’s Blotter
Notable calls for the day!
SHERIFF: Cause for concern
In the article about Sheriff Wolfinger (April 14), words in parenthesis mentioned Sheriff Wheeler. If these words WERE said by Sheriff Wolfinger, it was very unprofessional. If they weren’t said by him and were put in the article by someone from the Coeur d’Alene Press, then that individual was even more unprofessional and maybe should confine their “writings” to the Opinion page.
The Corona Rules: Part II
Laughing at stress is the easiest way to cope with it, and certainly the cheapest.
WASHINGTON: Stay home
I had to leave the house the other day and couldn’t believe what I saw. Traffic backed up on U.S. 95 and Garwood was ridiculous, but that’s not the part that is concerning. It’s the fact that almost all of them had Washington plates.
Here’s a good tip for you to-go eaters
Those who had too little a month or so ago have less now.
TRUMP: Bad, either way
An Aristotlean syllogism:
CHS senior wins T-Shirt design contest
The different courses interwoven with red and ochre tulips in this year's United Way of North Idaho Spring Dash T-shirt image are symbolic of how the 2020 race will be conducted together, yet separate.
Education board OKs re-entry criteria
The Idaho State Board of Education on Thursday unanimously outlined the process for school districts and charter schools to follow once schools reopen.
Online shopping tip and sextortion update
Since most of us are shopping online more these days, there is a nice app called Honey that helps us save money by applying the best discounted codes for our online purchases.
John Patrick Michael McGruder, 77
John Patrick Michael McGruder, 77
SCHOOLS: Superior leadership
I have three children in the Coeur d’Alene School District, and have had many concerns and questions regarding how grades are going to be calculated, especially for my high school student where any decision made will have college placement implications. After attending the school board meeting that was set up on April 15 via Zoom, I would like to share my main takeaway.
FILLIOS: An ideal commissioner
It’s important to support the re-election of Chris Fillios for county commissioner. I have known Chris for 20 years and I know that he has the highest integrity and honesty. He and I have had many conversations regarding God and Country, limited government, and all the indispensable characteristics that make our country, our state and our county the amazing place we all call home and he works tirelessly toward that vision. He’s a common sense conservative with an understanding of what makes the county work.
Legals for April, 17 2020
Thursday, April 16
Suspect arrested in shooting death
A suspect who is believed to have shot to death at least one man in Coeur d’Alene’s midtown district around 7 p.m. Thursday was taken into custody by Idaho State Police after a pursuit that ended near Gozzer Road and Highway 97.
California to give cash payments to immigrants hurt by virus
Gov. Gavin Newsom announces he will give $75 million of taxpayer money to immigrants living in the country illegally
Idaho sees more unemployment claims last month than all 2019
Nearly 96,000 Idaho residents have filed for unemployment since Idaho Gov. Brad Little declared a state of emergency on March 13
Board of Education approves re-entry criteria
The Idaho State Board of Education on Thursday unanimously approved criteria for school districts and charter schools to follow once schools reopen.
COVID-19 hotline hours to change
Due to a decrease in call volume, Panhandle Health District plans to adjust the COVID-19 hotline hours.
Stay-home order: What you need to know
The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office has clarified several points of Gov. Brad Little’s amended statewide stay-home order, which is in effect through April 30.
21 miles of people
By BILL BULEY
Don’t pass this place by
Photos and Story
FAST FIVE: Brian Babb: Compassion, kindness, community
Meet Brian Babb, a homegrown entrepreneur who is taking a leading role in helping our community respond to coronavirus. He is president of The Coeur Group, a unique volunteer organization, and founder of White Pine Wealth, a local investment management firm.
The stay-at-home dad: A sleepless Easter story
A sleepless Easter story
Streaming sanity: Bad title, good movie: ‘The Land of Steady Habits’
Bad title, good movie: ‘The Land of Steady Habits’
Lessons in adversity from local experts: from World War II to 2020
For some Americans, this marks the first time in their lives grocery store shelves aren’t brimming with any and every option, at least for some items.
One new COVID case in Kootenai County; 49 total here
Kootenai County added one confirmed COVID-19 case Thursday, according to Panhandle Health District, bringing the county’s total to 49.
Idaho’s weekly initial claims exceed total filed in 2019
Idahoans filed more initial claims for unemployment benefits in the four weeks since the state of emergency was declared - 95,961 - than the total filed during all 2019 by 60 percent.
US job losses mount as economic pain deepens worldwide
The ranks of Americans thrown out of work by the coronavirus have ballooned to at least 22 million
2020 CANDIDATE QUESTIONNAIRE: Russell McLain
NAME: Russell Mclain
THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Preps trying to keep up to speed, just not in person
Can a business offer curbside services if it doesn’t have a curb?
‘That’s the reality’
Free produce distribution sees big turnout at Silver Lake Mall
Assisted living worker tests positive
An employee at Honeysuckle Senior Living, an assisted living facility in Hayden, tested positive for COVID-19 on April 10.
Anne Frank memorial vandalized
Coeur d’Alene officials believe vandals entered a local park and intentionally destroyed a tree marking the memory of Anne Frank.
Idaho COVID-19 Rebound to Recovery:
Guidance for Gov. Brad Little’s Amended Statewide Stay-home Order
NORTHWEST NOTES: April 16, 2020
Spokane Hoopfest pushed back to late August
Research and Opinion: Sheriff scrutinizes the candidates
On Jan. 11, 2021, I will officially retire from the Sheriff’s Office after 37 years and 41 weeks of full-time service. Ever since I announced that I would not be running for re-election, I have been asked, almost daily, who I recommend for the next Kootenai County Sheriff. I don’t believe that I should tell you who to vote for, but I will share some of my thoughts and observations on the four candidates who have filed for this seat in the upcoming Primary Election.
Sheriff’s Blotter
Notable calls of the day!
Little extends stay-home mandate
Gov. Brad Little extended his stay-home order to April 30 during a press conference Wednesday morning.
Always time to clean up
What do you do when you’re bunkered in during a pandemic? Why, you try not to make fun of false teeth. Then you try to share something uplifting — and we don’t mean lower dentures.
EDMONDSON: Ex-sheriff backs her
Mr. Pfahler, you ask “Sheriff – Who dares to lead?” As a retired Sheriff of Kootenai County I will try to answer your question. When facing an emergency such as the COVID-19 pandemic, I believe we should look to and trust in our elected officials and medical professionals for leadership. .Kootenai County has been blessed by a number of true leaders during this difficult time. Let me tell you about one of them. The one you want the public to believe did nothing.
EBERLEIN: His experience matters
This year’s election brings out a variety of candidates. In Legislative District 3, that covers south of Highway 53 to Worley on the west side of Lake Coeur d Alene, the senate seat is open as the current senator is retiring. There are three choices: a recent transplant from California who never held political office before, a CEO of his father’s company (and a proponent of Urban Renewal Districts getting our property tax dollars) who never held political office, or a former county commissioner who has a voting record and is a small business owner.
No headline
Before the COVID-19 pandemic, way back in the 1300s, there was a pestilence known as the “Black Death,” also called bubonic plague.
Survey finds more mountain goats in Selkirks
Hunters can apply for permits until the end of April
Controlled hunt tag application starts May 1
Beginning next month, Idaho hunters can apply for elk, deer, pronghorn and bear controlled hunt tags.
Research: Zen pilot: Choose faith over fear
When Zen pilot Robert DeLaurentis set out to circumnavigate the world pole-to-pole, it was about more than daredevil feats, setting records, or the book he’ll write about it. Before taking off in 2019, DeLaurentis told me that by flying the world and interviewing its inhabitants, he hoped to illustrate the oneness of humanity. To witness our common connectedness, to promote peace.
ACLU files lawsuit against Idaho transgender athlete law
The American Civil Liberties Union filed a lawsuit Wednesday against the state of Idaho over the Fairness In Women’s Sports Act.
KASTNING: You can trust him
I am writing this letter in support of Tim Kastning as a candidate for the state legislature in District Two.
DOUG O: Results, not rhetoric
Doug Okuniewicz should be our next Representative for District 2, Seat B. As former Chief of Police in Post Falls, I’ve had the opportunity to work closely with Doug on various community projects where we developed a close friendship. Doug is a true conservative. Please visit his website, voteDougO.com, to learn more about where he stands on important issues like being Pro-Life, reducing property taxes, stopping the criminal reentry center, and refugee relocation.
If you want a good workiing dog best get one that trains itself
Best get one that trains itself
KASTNING: A man for the people
At the crossroads of recycled rhetoric and demonstrated conviction lies a choice. Tim Kastning is that choice.
RECORDS
JUDGMENTS
Online shopping tip and sextortion update
Since most of us are shopping online more these days, there is a nice app called Honey that helps us save money by applying the best discounted codes for our online purchases.
Yellowstone cougars infected with Bubonic plague
Cats in West susceptible to age-old disease
Elk crushed by falling hay at east Idaho management area
A group of elk died after being crushed by hay bales at an eastern Idaho wildlife management area.
Legals for April, 16 2020
Wednesday, April 15
Spring Dash design winner announced
Congratulations to Coeur d’Alene High School senior Joanna Hover, winner of United Way of North Idaho’s annual Spring Dash T-Shirt Design Contest.
Crash blocks I-90 near Lookout
WALLACE — A logging truck crash has blocked Interstate 90 near Wallace.
IACI declares support for stay-home order
The Idaho Association of Commerce & Industry issued the following statement regarding Gov. Brad Little’s stay-home order.
A serious national crisis exposes the best, or worst, of a President
In this day and age of political spin, it is often difficult for the public to separate truth from fiction when it comes to the performance of a president. One cable network may heap praise upon the commander-in-chief for a certain action, while another bemoans the president’s abysmal performance for the very same act. With the plethora of news and opinion sources blasting out content today, it is hard to judge whether a president is a genius or a dunderhead.
Three new COVID-19 cases in Kootenai County
Kootenai County confirmed three new COVID-19 cases in the last 24 hours, according to Panhandle Health District.
Governor extends stay-home order to April 30
Gov. Brad Little extended his stay-home order to April 30 during a press conference this morning.
LIVE: Gov. Little addresses stay-home order
Gov. Brad Little will host a press conference regarding the 21-day stay-at-home order at 10 a.m.
COVID-19: 2 million cases reported globally
The total number of COVID-19 cases surpassed two million worldwide on Wednesday, according to to Johns Hopkins University.
HOW THEY WERE BUILT — Coeur d’Alene High football: From worst to one of the best
It may be hard to believe now, three state championships and seven total appearances in the state title game later, spanning a 23-year coaching stint.
Big decision for Little
Governor announces shutdown plan today
THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Sports as we enjoy them a long way from returning
I hope I’m wrong.
Panhandle snowpack means plenty of water this summer
The snowpack in Idaho’s northern mountains is above normal and hydrologists expect an average year of runoff in the Coeur d’Alene and St. Joe river basins.
Hotels hanging on — and helping out
Local hotels have opened their doors to provide shelter for essential workers during Gov. Brad Little’s stay-at-home order, which has been extended to April 30.
Former Coeur d’Alene High standout Naccarato commits to Division II Fort Lewis in Colorado
It was by chance that Joey Naccarato ended up at North Idaho College to begin with.
Opal’s homestead hacks: Easy preserves
If you’ve been following Opal Harbert’s brand of “lazy” homestead tips, you see cardboard in a new light, and your garbage can is getting lighter. Birds sing your praises in thanks for their recycled snacks. (That hokey forest scene from Sleeping Beauty comes to mind: Too far, Sholeh. Too far.)
NORTHWEST NOTES: April 15, 2020
Zags Kispert, Campbell, Wirth
Suggs makes it official, signs with Gonzaga
Vandals land CSI transfer guard
ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Ethan Miller, Post Falls High
Ethan Miller
RECORDS
JUDGMENTS
COVID-19: Critical assumptions
I am sure you are aware of the mathematical models used to forecast the spread and impact of the virus. Dr. Fauci and Dr. Birx stated very clearly that a mathematical model is only as good as the assumptions that are used.
Truck crashes, and that’s no yolk
PINEHURST — Other than some cracked shells and broken yolks, no injuries were reported after a semi-truck hauling a trailer full of eggs caught on fire Monday afternoon.
DELAVAN: Let him lead county
Change can be good, especially in challenging times like these. Fortunately, there’s a candidate running who will make a change for the best with the District Two Commissioner seat.
KASTNING: Devoted and dedicated
I am proudly endorsing Tim Kastning for Legislative District Two, State Representative.
CHINA: The enemy unmasked
The Communist Chinese may just have won World War III without firing a single shot and no one in this country even noticed it.
EDMONDSON: Local, and qualified
I support Kim Edmondson for sheriff because I believe she brings the proper balance of local experience, education and leadership. These three attributes are needed to continue the advancement of our Sheriff’s Office.
Tru’s Tribute
Family, friends rally to girl with cerebral palsy celebrating 11th birthday
Sheriff’s Blotter
Notable calls of the day!
Montana trio busted on I-90, accused of trafficking meth
Three more Montanans are being held in the Kootenai County jail after being busted for carrying more than a half pound of crystal meth east to Superior, police said.
VIRUS: Calling for cooperation
There has been nothing but praise not only from the governor but other news outlets about how people are doing the right thing with the stay-home order. However, I live in one of the ever-growing developments and see the very opposite. Kids going from home to home playing in groups, each one a possible carrier of the virus. Consistent gatherings of neighbors. I myself am surrounded on all sides by families completely disregarding the order.
INTERNET: Bundle this
While reviewing my Spectrum internet bill I noticed that they have increased my monthly “bundled services” fee by $10. I tried (and failed) to contact customer services to query this.
COUNTY: Keep Brooks, Fillios
I’m curious about statements made by two challengers for County Commissioner seats in the May election. Specifically, I find the claims regarding Kootenai County’s fiscal health and “overspending” alarming. Yet a quick check of online resources shows these statements to be misleading at best.
Diary of a shut-in, Week 5
Although I describe my proverbial glass as overflowing for the most part, the weeks of isolation and lack of real-life contact with family and friends is taking a toll. My emotions have been right at the surface. It feels like mourning for the loss of so many things in our lives. By definition mourning is hurt, sorrow, anguish.
Patricia Ann Blakney, 78
Patricia Ann Blakney, “Pat,” 78, of Dalton Gardens, passed away peacefully on April 8, 2020. She was born on Aug. 14, 1941 in Plentywood, Mont., to Arthur and Clara Listoe (Gunderson). She was the second of four children.
‘A very delicate balance’
Upbeat Breakfast talks look at life when businesses reopen
Plan now and be prepared
Editor’s note: This was written by leaders at Panhandle Health District, Kootenai Health, and Kootenai County Emergency Operation Center as strong encouragement to the public to take action now.
Trivia for the ages
Before Wilson Casey became the “Triv Guy” for the Coeur d’Alene Press, someone else held that honor 78 years ago.
Movers and Shakers
Scharenberg receives certification
Plan to vote? Then read this
The season of free advertising for political candidates — otherwise known as candidate endorsement letters to the editor — is under way. As previously noted, we’ll make way for as many of these letters as space permits for the next few weeks. They’ve got to be 275 or fewer words, and publication priority will be given to paying customers — subscribers — over freeloaders.
ADVERTISING: Advertorial — DR. WAYNE M. FICHTER: Get out!
There is a lot of misinformation floating around right now about the coronavirus. Doctors and scientists are still learning about how the infection works and the best ways to treat it, plus everyone wants to protect themselves, so it only makes sense that people will try just about anything to help themselves, be it proven or not.
Governor getting plenty of advice
With Gov. Brad Little’s March 25 stay-home order set to expire, local business and government leaders voiced to The Press their hopes for the weeks and months to come.
ADVERTISING: Advertorial — HOLLY CARLING: What are we doing about heartburn and reflux
It is estimated that almost 50% of the U.S. population has heartburn, with 7% reporting it daily. The typical solution is to take a medication: antacids, or acid-inhibitors (PPI’s) to counteract the symptom of heartburn or reflux. Most people are unaware of the dangers of these medications.
ADVERTISING: Advertorial — GEORGE BALLING: Reaching up, dipping down
We just recently received an order from a client of ours to reload their wine cellar. “Cellar” may be overstating it. He basically just wanted to fill in the gaps in his collection that have evolved over the last year or so. This customer has one of the most sophisticated palates we know. He has lived and traveled all over the world. While he most always defers to us on wine choices, my sense is he knows far more than we and most of our wine professional friends know on the subject.
Legals for April, 15 2020
Tuesday, April 14
States confront practical dilemmas on reopening economies
The doomsday scenarios that were predicted just two weeks ago have not come to pass, raising hopes from coast to coast
Virus: No date to lift restrictions, OR faces budget woes
Atate will be strapped for money because of the massive numbers of layoffs and furloughs the stay-home order has caused
‘New normal’: distancing, masks likely needed for months
Dr. Kathy Lofy, state health officer, said that statewide, things have plateaued over the past few weeks
Montana governor: No timeline for return to normal
Some lawmakers suggest allowing local school districts to decide to bring students back into classrooms and businesses in counties with no recent COVID-19 cases to reopen
2020 CANDIDATE QUESTIONNAIRE: Vito Barbieri
NAME: Vito Barbieri
Fauci: 'We're not there yet' on key steps to reopen economy
The government's top infectious disease expert says the U.S. still lacks critical testing and other procedures needed to begin reopening the nation's economy, adding a dose of caution to increasingly optimistic projections from the White House
Governor likely to extend stay-home order
Gov. Brad Little told an Idaho audience Tuesday that he’s leaning toward extending the stay-home order he imposed to limit the spread of the coronavirus.
Steve Cameron blog: Watch Those Words
Still here.
BOTTOMS UP!
Virus or no, Idahoans drink
Lakeland, Cd’A schools need reusable face masks
Up to 1,000 masks are needed in the Coeur d’Alene and Lakeland Joint school districts to protect employees who are still working.
Fuel prices down, so fuel up
Kootenai County gas falls to lowest levels in years
LOCAL CORONAVIRUS BULLETIN Recognizing stress - and coping with it
When you hear, read, or watch news about an outbreak like COVID-19, you may feel anxious and show signs of stress — even if the outbreak hasn’t yet directly affected you and you are at low risk of getting sick. These signs of stress are normal, and may be more likely or pronounced in people with loved ones who are immediately affected by the outbreak.
Sheriff’s Blotter
Notable calls for the day!
DAR recognizes 4 outstanding HS seniors
The Lt. George Farragut Chapter, National Society of Daughters of the American Revolution, recently honored four area high school seniors as DAR Good Citizens. The award recognizes students who exemplify the qualities of dependability, service, leadership and patriotism in their homes, schools and communities. Students are selected by their teachers and peers. The first award was given in 1934 and now continues for the 86th year.
Highway 54 accident leads to lawsuit
An Athol woman is being sued in federal court for an incident two years ago in which she struck a man on a bicycle on Highway 54.
37 years and counting
Sheriff Ben Wolfinger ready to retire
KASTNING: A vote for integrity
Usually, I will write in support of my favorites, but this time one stands out far above most legislative candidates. Tim Kastning is running for Seat 2B. He has already filled in there for John Green and did a great job in his short time there.
Magnet school faculty, staff produce music video for students
Magnet school faculty, staff produce music video for students
‘Down the rabbit hole’ he goes
Michael Browning hops into action as the Easter Bunny
Crews readying for next Atlas park stage
COEUR d’ALENE — Construction crews are wrapping up the most recent stage of the Atlas Waterfront Park and are preparing, one way or another, to build its infrastructure.
Produce giveaway on Wednesday
COEUR d’ALENE — As part of its COVID-19 emergency response efforts, Second Harvest will hold a free produce box distribution at 10 a.m. Wednesday in the Silver Lake Mall parking lot near J.C. Penny.
Research: Does your pet have an app?
There’s an app for just about anything man can conceive. Did I say man? I meant furry friends, too.
RECORDS
JUDGMENTS
DELAVAN: Dedicated to the job
I’ve been on the Coeur d’Alene Lakefront Homeowners Board for about five years. I’m always amazed by the hard work that Greg Delavan puts in for all of the Coeur d’Alene residents who enjoy the lake, as well as the area we live in. I’m very proud to know him and I can vouch firsthand for this positive man of integrity and patience like very few men really possess.
BACK THEN Bathing beauties ... and Bataan nightmare
Starting April 9, 1942, the Imperial Japanese Army forced the transfer of up to 80,000 American and Filipino prisoners of war in what became known as The Bataan Death March. But in this photo, published April 14, 1942, there’s no evidence of the strife that must have been occurring at that moment. Back then, it could take days for internationally circulated news photos to reach outlets like the Coeur d’Alene Press. The caption in this photo acknowledges the possible horror but prefers to take the optimistic route. It reads:
Denise Linda Dolinsek, 67
Denise Linda Dolinsek, 67, of Post Falls, passed away at Hospice of North Idaho Schneidmiller House on April 8, 2020.
DOUG O: Solutions, not malice
I’ve known Doug for many years. We met at a local gun club in Hayden. While we share a love of competitive shooting, it was through our conversations about conservative principles and our support for President Trump that we became good friends.
FILLIOS: Keep leader in office
Although I live in a municipality in Kootenai County, I understand how important the county government is and how it impacts my life. Many of the usual municipal services are provided by the city where I live. However, all our lives are affected by the actions of our county government. As a community we are all connected.
Northwest Notes April 14, 2020
Shock still plans to play after IFL cancels rest of 2020 season
Legals for April, 14 2020
Monday, April 13
Virus deaths rise, Sweden sticks to ‘low-scale’ lockdown
Chief epidemiologist insists that Sweden’s approach still seems to make sense
Teachers deserve thanks
The closure of schools during the pandemic has had one unexpected consequence: a new realization that teachers have special skills, do important work, and are doing their best to make sure children get the education they need even when classrooms are shut down.
‘Raise Your Hands’
Sorensen staff create music video for students
Let science guide lake management
Imagine our community without a thriving Lake Coeur d’Alene.
Washington, Oregon, California announce coronavirus pact
Officials in Washington, California and Oregon have announced they’ll be working together on a shared approach to re-opening their economies while continuing to control the spread of COVID-19
2020 CANDIDATE QUESTIONNAIRE: Doug Okuniewicz
NAME: Doug Okuniewicz
Idaho issues more than 60,000 unemployment payments
Idaho officials say they have issued more than 60,000 unemployment payments totaling nearly $18 million to some 30,000 workers who have lost jobs due to the coronavirus
First COVID-19 death in Stevens County
Northeast Tri County Health District in Stevens County, Wash. has reported that a patient with COVID-19 has died — the first death from the virus in that county.
One new COVID-19 case in Kootenai County
Kootenai County picked up another COVID-19 case in the past 24 hours, according to Panhandle Health District.
16 elk killed after haystack collapses
Officials say 16 elk died sometime during the winter at an eastern Idaho wildlife management area when a stack of hay containing one-ton bales collapsed and fell, crushing some of the elk and causing others to be trampled to death
‘The accidental mailman’
Coeur d’Alene’s Jim Mathey has been delivering letters, packages for half a century
Less driving, fewer crashes: You might get a nice refund
As Idaho residents follow the governor’s stay-at-home order, fewer drivers take to the road. In turn, there have been fewer auto accidents. Several automobile insurance companies are taking note, refunding customers portions of their premium payments during the coronavirus pandemic.
Clean and disinfect effectively
The University of Washington School of Public Health has released new guidelines for cleaning and disinfecting.
Virus can also sicken weather forecasts
Our snowfall season across the Inland Northwest is winding down, especially in the lower elevations. As of the weekend, Cliff had measured a total of 69.6 inches of snow for the 2019-20 season. That’s only 0.2 inches from the seasonal normal of 69.8 inches.
Senior Meals
Lake City Center
COVID-19 cautions extended
There are reminders everywhere about the need to take physical precautions. Wash your hands for 20 seconds after an interaction, maintain 6 feet of distance from others, and even suggestions to wear a mask when in public.
Legals for April, 13 2020
Sunday, April 12
Fauci says 'rolling reentry' of US economy possible in May
The United States’ top infectious disease expert says the economy in parts of the country could have a “rolling reentry” as early as next month, provided health authorities can quickly identify and isolate people who will inevitably be infected with the coronavirus
Happy Easter: No new COVID cases
The Easter bunny delivered another day without a new COVID-19 case in Idaho’s five northern counties.
How would Washington virus restrictions be modified, ended?
SEATTLE (AP) — Health authorities battling the coronavirus outbreak are trying to figure out how and when social distancing restrictions that have shut down many things across Washington state can be modified or ended.
MOMENTS, MEMORIES and MADNESS with STEVE CAMERON: The 1989 Illini, a Final Four upset and painful lesson about ‘cheering’
It’s pretty much the first thing you learn as a sports journalist …
THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: A chance to come together again, at least for one night
They wondered if anyone would show up for this.
Steve Cameron blog: Sunday, April 12, 2020: Lunch To Go?
Still here, but ...
Communication keeps evictions at bay
Communication keeps evictions at bay
‘He is risen, indeed’
Pastor Geoffrey Winkler leads prayer walk the day before Easter Sunday
Coeur d’Alene to keep City Beach open
COEUR d’ALENE — Those looking to enjoy a quiet, reflective, healthy, socially-distanced walk along City Beach in Coeur d’Alene can take a deep, relaxing breath of fresh lakeside air.
CORONAVIRUS BULLETIN Back to the COVID-19 basics
Now that it has been several weeks of learning about COVID-19 and preparing for its arrival in our community, it might be a good time to revisit some important information about the virus and how to keep each other safe.
Silverlake Automotive opens third location
Offering “honesty, quality, value and integrity,” Silverlake Automotive has opened in a third location at 1603 E. Sherman Ave.
LAKE: No need to wait
In response to the recent articles and editorials, we do not need another study for two to three years for a report on Lake Coeur d’Alene/Bunker Hill Superfund. Actions need to be taken NOW.
LETTER: Flunks fact check
I could not help but respond after reading Ms. Ann Seddon’s letter of April 7.
KASTNING: Integrity every day
I have known Tim Kastning for approximately 10 years. We became friends on the golf course before we each became active in local politics.
Anita Banta, 84
It is with heavy hearts that we are announcing the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother and friend, Anita Louise Banta.
Roberta A. Elliott, 87
Roberta Ann Elliott, 87, died peacefully in her sleep on April 4, 2020.
CEOs: A leadership challenge
Since 1978 the typical worker compensation has risen 12%. Since then, CEO compensation has risen an astronomical 940%. The low worker-to-CEO pay ratio shouldn’t be the benchmark for quality of equality, though.
A word of hope, and caution
Good Friday gave us a glorious glimpse of what lies ahead.
ADDIS: An ideal legislator
I write in enthusiastic support of Jim Addis for District 4 Seat A Representative in our Idaho Legislature. Jim has deep North Idaho roots and brings his extensive business background, common sense thinking and demonstrated ability to listen and collaborate to represent our interests best in Boise.
OPINION: HARVEY MACKAY — The importance of humor
There is an Apache legend that the Creator gave human beings the ability to talk, run and see. But he was not satisfied until he also gave them the ability to laugh. Pleased with what he had done, the Creator said, “Now you are fit to live.”
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Vollie Quinten ‘Dude’ Hunter, 82
Vollie Quinten ‘Dude’ Hunter, 82
March 23, 1938 – March 26, 2020
EASTER: Something to reflect on
Today is Easter Sunday. Christians celebrate this as the holiest day of the year. This year is going to be different. Most churches will be empty. Why is this happening?
BACK THEN Manners are always in fashion
This pandemic experience is new and horrifying, its potential impact on human life and the economy staggering.
NEIGHBORHOOD OF THE WEEK: SPECIAL ADVERTISING CONTENT — Experience virtual and self tours of Estuary Forest on Lake Pend Oreille
“It is said an Eastern monarch once charged his wise men to invent him a sentence, to be ever in view, and which should be true and appropriate in all good times and bad. They presented him the words:
ELAINE CERNY: MY GARDEN PATH — Let the ‘fun’ begin!
All I can say is, if spring isn’t here by now, it certainly ought to be! It has seemed like a very long winter, not because of the amount of snow we got, but because the first snow arrived way last September!
Saturday, April 11
Seattle-area nursing home sued over death
SEATTLE (AP) — The daughter of a woman who died of a suspected coronavirus case at a Seattle-area nursing home connected to dozens of COVID-19 deaths is suing the company that owns the Life Care Center of Kirkland.
Doctor gambles on clot-busting drug to save virus patients
WASHINGTON (AP) — The woman was dying. New York’s Mount Sinai Hospital was about to call her husband and break the news that there was nothing left to try. Then Dr. Hooman Poor took a gamble.
CORONAVIRUS: County holds steady at 44 cases
Panhandle Health District reported no new COVID-19 cases in Idaho’s five northern counties on Saturday.
FAITHFUL OBSERVATIONS: Important events that changed our world
“He is not here: for He is risen …” Matthew 28:6
Boeing to restart limited local work on jets
SEATTLE (AP) — Boeing told employees Friday afternoon that “a safe and orderly restart of limited operations” will begin at a few Washington state sites as early as Monday.
U.S. death toll closes in on Italy’s as Midwest braces
By KATHLEEN FOODY, AMY FORLITI and GEIR MOULSON
Steve Cameron blog: Saturday, April 11, 2020: I Wonder How ...
Still here.
Construction goes on, warning lights flash
While Washington Gov. Jay Inslee deemed the majority of commercial and residential construction in the state non-essential, construction projects have continued in Idaho during the COVID-19 pandemic.
THE FRONT ROW WITH JASON ELLIOTT: Hicks staying true to his new Blue brothers
Michael Hicks, a 2015 Coeur d’Alene High graduate, has always wanted to put himself into a position to succeed, no matter what he’s doing.
Another stepping stone
Post Falls teen lands Eagle Scout Project of Year
Clean and disinfect effectively
The University of Washington School of Public Health has released new guidelines for cleaning and disinfecting.
Friday night lights of a different sort
COMPLICIT with CRUELTY
Idaho rated worst in reporting incidents of abuse to animals
Blast from the past
Eileen and Larry Bieber organize Friday night cruise to raise spirits
God bless Affinity
Residents of 55-plus community show off singing voices and pride
Post Falls Police lead car parade to celebrate boy’s 13th birthday
Post Falls Police lead car parade to celebrate boy’s 13th birthday
How to safely go to medical appointments
This is a series about COVID-19 preparation and regional updates. Check the Press daily for new information, tips, and ways our health care professionals are working to keep our community safe.
Northwest Notes April 11, 2020
Coeur d’Alene Marathon
PASTOR: Not what He would do
Shame on you, Pastor Remington. If Jesus showed up in Coeur d’Alene today, you’d see his brow even more furrowed by your reckless disregard for the well-being of your parishioners and anyone they come in contact with.
KASTNING: ‘Liberty-loving patriot’
It has been said that the only thing necessary for evil to prevail is for good men, and I would add women, to do nothing.
FLAGS: ‘Tis the season
In the March 26 edition of the Coeur d’Alene Press was an article stating that our mayor and the Coeur d’Alene Downtown Association made the decision to start flying flags early on Sherman and Lakeside avenues to help boost morale during these uncertain times.
TP: The bottom line
I never gave it much thought until it was called to my attention. Why are we out of toilet paper? The answer is quite simple. People who used the bathroom at work or at school are now using them at home. And the commercial toilet paper is often quite different from what we use at home.
Little: Avoid crowded church pews on Easter
Idaho Gov. Brad Little shared an Easter Sunday message on Friday and urged residents to enjoy “a day of quiet, personal reflection and prayer.”
Paul L. Ferguson, 71
Paul Lloyd Ferguson passed away peacefully on April 8, 2020, in Coeur d’Alene. He was born July 31, 1948, to Lloyd and MaryAnn Ferguson in Boise, Idaho. He was joined two years later by his sister, Linda. He was an Eagle Scout and graduate of Borah High School.
Man faces child sexual abuse charges
Cd’A man with $250,000 bail will have evidence hearings next week
Community Thanks
H.E.L.P.: Event raises nearly $20,000
New record for the 8th Annual Bartender’s Ball and Help Every Little Paw!
Sheriff’s Blotter
Notable calls
State Department of Education offers resources amid pandemic
Although public school buildings are closed, Idaho educators continue instructing students through distance learning. Parents are helping children learn at home.
WRITER: Bound for the beach
Come on Ron (Vieselmeyer), get your head out of the sand in reference to your letter to the editor March 27, “Trump: And crisis management.”
OPINIONS: Here’s one more
Thanks for printing Dr. Burnett’s and Sheriff Wheeler’s letters on April 8. As a former firefighter/paramedic (38/30 years), I appreciate the Sheriff’s response. Having worked through the AIDS crisis era, as well as swine/bird/Zika, etc., as well as regular influenza, and everything else, I found the doctor’s comment interesting. No one that I ever worked with in the health care field ever displayed such a self-righteous attitude. The good DR. and ALL of his co-workers should take comfort that some people, due to their behavior have relinquished their claim to treatment because he may disagree with that behavior? Says he? Please re-think and rescind that thinking, or what? And by whom?
IDEA: Leaders, pay up
Since the executive leadership of our state and cities have determined that the lowest paid of our fellow citizens and our small business people should now be unable to feed their families and pay their bills, would it not be appropriate for those leaders to donate their salaries (for as long as they insist on hurting those folk), to charitable organizations that are now overburdened by those affected by executive decisions?
RECORDS
JUDGMENTS
LEADERS: Doing their jobs well
There was a recent letter to the editor calling out elected officials for not being the out-in-front leaders the writer expects. It’s important to note city and county leadership have done exactly what they needed to do, declare emergency status, and let the people who manage crisis do their work.
Drawing parallels: COVID-19 and smallpox
This coronavirus COVID-19 and the “isolate at home” and “social distancing” rules got me thinking about an episode in my grandfather’s journal from 1912.
Planet Fitness crasher still in hospital, no charges filed yet
A man who crashed a pickup truck hauling a fifth-wheel trailer through the entrance of a Coeur d’Alene gym Thursday is still in the hospital and has not been charged, according to Idaho State Police.
DANGER: Fortifying together
“At what point shall we expect the approach of danger? By what means shall we fortify against it? Shall we expect some transatlantic military giant, to step the ocean, and crush us at a blow? Never!
A stitch in time
This pandemic experience is new and horrifying, its potential impact on human life and the economy staggering.
DOUG O: Prime problem solver
I’ve known Doug Okuniewicz for several years. He’s a staunch conservative and devoted husband and father who supports President Trump. Doug is smart and gets along well with other people. He’s also one heck of a shooter.
Blazen Divaz provide kid-sized face masks for Children’s Village
While feeling the impact of the COVID-19 with everyone else, Blazen Divaz members decided to put their costume sewing team into action by creating and donating special child-sized fabric masks for distribution by Children’s Village.
Legals for April, 11 2020
Friday, April 10
CANDIDATE QUESTIONNAIRE: John Grimm
NAME: John Grimm
‘Divaz’ donate special masks to local kids
Blazen Divaz members decided to put their costume sewing team into action by creating and donating special child-sized fabric masks for distribution by Children’s Village.
Post Falls Police celebrate teen’s birthday
Happy 13th birthday to Post Falls resident Kyler Miller!
Three more COVID-19 cases in Kootenai County
Four new cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed in North Idaho in the last 24 hours, Panhandle Health District reported Friday just after noon.
CANDIDATE QUESTIONNAIRE: Jim Addis
NAME: Jim Addis
Stampede in Kenya as slum residents surge for food aid
A vast population of informal workers, with little or no savings, worries about the next meal as no one knows when the measures will end
US budget deficit totals $743.6 billion over past 6 months
The federal government’s budget deficit for the first half of this budget year totals $743.6 billion, up 7.6% from last year and well on its way to topping $1 trillion even before the impacts of the coronavirus were felt
COVID-19 Fund for Idaho distributes first grants
The COVID-19 Response and Recovery Fund for Idaho has approved nearly $300,000 for organizations throughout Idaho that are helping low-income individuals and families experiencing homelessness or housing instability, food insecurity and/or domestic violence, along with those in need of physical or mental healthcare, and childcare.
2020 CANDIDATE QUESTIONNAIRE: Alex Barron
NAME: Alex Barron
STEVE CAMERON BLOG: Fit like min?
Still here.
While most area golf courses have re-opened during the coronavirus outbreak, a few have remained closed — for now
While most area golf courses have re-opened during the coronavirus outbreak, a few have remained closed — for now
Unconscious driver threads needle before crashing into fitness club
Idaho State Police didn’t release the name of the driver who drove through the front entrance of Planet Fitness in Coeur d’Alene around noon Thursday, but Trooper Cody Ercanbrack said the 57-year-old was transported to Kootenai Health for evaluation.
Idaho Tourism hosting online ‘coffee talks’
Catch up on Idaho business, travel each Thursday morning
LOCAL CORONAVIRUS BULLETIN Respiratory therapists on the front lines
It’s a specialty that often flies under the radar, but respiratory therapists are playing a critical role in caring for COVID-19 patients nationwide.
NORTHWEST NOTES: April 10, 2020
More schools to light up
Weekend TV/Radio highlights
FRIDAY
Dear John: We’re gonna miss you
the world goes ‘round
Rolling Stone called him “one of America’s great songwriters.” Yet many of America’s great song lovers don’t even know the name John Prine.
OPINION: DAVE OLIVERIA — DFO: We need The Press
I have competed against the Coeur d’Alene Press since September 1984 when I stepped off a U-Haul truck from the Lewiston Tribune.
IDAHO: Not proudest moment
I never thought that I would say this, but I am ashamed of my fellow Idahoans.
Not your normal campaign season
Political season is in full swing. Not here, but in a parallel universe where the only place you see “coronavirus” is the answer to 23 across in the Sunday crossword puzzle. In that other dimension, national and local office-hunters dominate the news cycle. Candidates door knock. Fundraisers and debates dot partisan calendars. Yard signs litter the landscape.
Life’s lessons on the run
Katie Pemberton and daughter Ellie exercise together during school shutdown
DOUG O: Who is he?
Doug Okuniewicz is running for District 2, Seat B of the Idaho assembly as a Republican. He is not what his website claims him to be.
This Easter will be decidedly different
A virtual 'Message of hope'
CDAIDE volunteers answer the call
Nonprofit that serves service workers reports increase in weekly referrals
Altar Church to hold Easter Sunday communion service
COEUR d’ALENE — The Altar Church led by Pastor Tim Remington will be giving out communion on Easter Sunday.
PARKS: Mind the mess, mates
We moved here from Lake Tahoe, Nev., just over a year ago. While hiking trails at the lake, I was disappointed to see all the dog poop on the beautiful trails. I see it’s universal!
DOCTOR: A professional prescription
Memo reply to Dr. Burnett: Representative Scott, being duly elected by and representing her constituents, has voiced her legitimate concern about the arbitrary abrogation of the First Amendment rights of Idaho citizens. I personally believe this disease is not a hoax, but remember the words of the former mayor of Chicago (the guy with the dual-citizenship) who said never let a good crisis go to waste.
PRESS: Thanks for coverage
Much gratitude to the Coeur d’Alene Press for excellent coverage of this difficult time. Guiding us, what is happening, what we need to do and why, what services are available and survival tactics for our mental health. Thank You!
PARKS: Shut ‘em down
Our parks should be closed, too. Washington is in lockdown with good reason and so should we. We evidently haven’t the resources to effectively police the parks so that even normal basic rules are followed.
Cd’A Library patrons can stream video free through April 30
Free video streaming through Kanopy is available to Coeur d'Alene library patrons through April 30.
Warning for Bayview bar
The Captain’s Wheel Resort in Bayview was given a warning for allegedly serving drinks in violation of Gov. Brad Little’s stay-home order, according to the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office.
RECORDS
JUDGMENTS
Online entertainment, courtesy of University of Idaho
The University of Idaho’s Lionel Hampton School of Music (LHSOM) is offering a series of free live-streamed performances to entertain community members in isolation who are practicing social distancing.
PRECAUTIONS: Who not to follow
An open letter to Ammon Bundy, Heather Scott (State Rep) and all others who follow their thinking.
JACOBSEN: For limited government
Help us to elect Elizabeth Jacobsen for Kootenai County Commissioner. Jacobsen stands for limited government, she opposes URDs and she won’t raise your property taxes. Do NOT re-elect Chris Fillios and Bill Brooks. Why? Simple, they both raised your property taxes last year. Is that enough reason for you?
Sheriff’s Blotter
Notable calls for the day!
BACK THEN Sweet meat
Woman reportedly hit 80 mph on Gov’t Way in stolen vehicle
A woman who was detained by a police dog after leading officers on a high-speed chase through Coeur d’Alene in a stolen vehicle was back in jail Thursday.
CREDIBILITY: Lost on liberals
In today’s liberal world, it’s impossible to lose credibility.
CHURCH: Honking good idea
To Pastor Remington and others around the area, there is an alternative to closed encounters of the spiritual kind. At the Baptist Church of Kellogg Pastor Mike Terry has set up a system of tapping into an FM radio frequency (92.7).
TRUMP: Crumbling in crisis
The way Trump is handling the COVID-19 epidemic is committing murder. Anyone who supports what he is doing is complicit. Anyone who ignores Governor Little’s orders is complicit. Denying the threat, denying supplies to medical personnel and not declaring a nationwide lockdown to prevent the spread of the virus is inexcusable.
Legals for April, 10 2020
Thursday, April 9
Idaho Tourism hosting online ‘coffee talks’
For those who want to catch up on Idaho business and tourism and the impacts of COVID-19 on Idaho travel, Idaho Tourism Virtual Coffee Talks are happening every Thursday at 9:30 a.m.
2020 CANDIDATE QUESTIONNAIRE: Alex Barron
NAME: Alex Barron
Serving those who serve
CDAIDE helps service industry workers during crisis
No new local coronavirus cases
By PRESS STAFF
Silverwood delays 2020 opening
Silverwood Theme Park announced Thursday its spring opening will be moved back.
2020 CANDIDATE QUESTIONNAIRE: Greg Delavan
NAME: Greg Delavan
Canada’s first wave of cases won’t end until the summer
Economy lost 1,011,000 jobs in March.
Wall Street climbs after Fed stuns markets again with aid
Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 517 points
Record 16.8 million have sought US jobless aid since virus
More than one in 10 workers have lost their jobs in just the past three weeks
Idahoans File 30,904 More Initial Claims for Unemployment Insurance
Idaho workers laid off due to the coronavirus filed 30,904 initial claims for unemployment insurance between March 29 and April 4, a decrease of 6.2 percent from the previous week’s record level of 32,941.
STEVE CAMERON BLOG: Crunch cereal, not numbers
Still here.
THE FRONT ROW WITH MARK NELKE: Spring sports, we hardly knew ‘ye
It’s not official — yet — but with every growing day of increasingly gloomy news, it might as well be.
COVID spares comedian’s funny bone
North Idahoan in London thinking of home
LEGION BASEBALL: Playing ball ... hopefully
One way or another, the Coeur d’Alene Lumbermen American Legion baseball team hopes to take the field this summer.
A Fair forecast
GM hopeful N. Idaho fair is still a go this summer
Glimpse at the ghost town
Local photographer captures images of Coeur d’Alene for National Geographic
PREP ATHLETICS: Leaving the lights on for the seniors
Schools to pay tribute as pandemic halts spring sports
The hill that changed the city
Born in Germany in the late 1850s, Wilhelm Martin Anthony August von Tubbe ran away to the United States at age 17. He changed his name to Anthony August Tubbs (Tony Tubbs), a name that will live forever in Coeur d’Alene history.
Four-alarm birthday party
Firefighters, police come out to celebrate with Lukas Petroskie and family
Navigating holidays, special occasions
This is a series about COVID-19 preparation and regional updates. Check the Press daily for new information, tips, and ways our health care professionals are working to keep our community safe.
AT COLLEGE: April 9, 2020
• ALL-BIG SKY CONFERENCE ACADEMIC TEAM
NORTHWEST NOTES: April 9, 2020
Manzardo earns
Kootenai Health completes acquisitions
Kootenai Health is the new owner of Clearwater Valley Hospital and Clinics, CVHC, and St. Mary’s Hospital and Clinics, SMH, as of April 1.
The doom and gloom of Zoom
If you’re using Zoom or are considering using it, you need to be aware the FBI and many state attorneys general have issued a warning particularly to schools and doctors’ offices. This warning is based on a rise in complaints from users who are being hacked due to insufficient security protocols on the Zoom App.
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Late night middle-of-street sermon (and paraphernalia) net $300 fine
COEUR d’ALENE — Steven R. Raschko’s lunar prophecies induced by marijuana resulted in an overnight stay in the Kootenai County jail, police said.
Research: MLP: Take your pun-ishment
Once upon a time, your Mrs. Language Punster didn’t appreciate a silly slip o’the tongue. Groan, she did, rolled her eyes and snittily shook that biddy-old head.
A spring without garage sales
Spring usually brings with it blooming flowers, rising temperatures — and garage sales.
Statewide project seeks used laptops for students
A statewide nonprofit of more than 200 business leaders is determined to get computers and internet service into the hands of Idaho’s students.
Spring hunters asked to be grizzly bear aware
Black bear hunters in North Idaho are once again reminded to be aware of grizzlies.
Library furloughs 22 as doors remain closed
After closing its doors to the public, the Coeur d’Alene Public Library faced the grim reality that businesses and institutions throughout Idaho and across the country are grappling with: layoffs.
Alzheimer’s Association steps up services during COVID-19
Care and support programs for people impacted by dementia now available online or by phone
Sheriff’s Blotter
Notable calls for the day!
Fake news frowned upon
This pandemic experience is new and horrifying, its potential impact on human life and the economy staggering.
Dworshak kokanee numbers good
Fish in 10-inch range expected
Apply for moose, goat, sheep hunts by April 30
The application period for moose, bighorn sheep and mountain goat controlled hunts begins on April 1 and runs through April 30. Hunters can apply online, or by phone at (800) 554-8685.
RECORDS
JUDGMENTS
Latest big game regs available online
The latest Idaho Fish and Game rule book for 2020 hunting seasons is available online and includes changes regarding how resident elk hunters purchase capped zone tags, a prohibition on bringing harvested big game into Idaho from other states or Canada, and increases the limit to 15 wolves for state trappers and hunters.
Backroads, pickup truck songs and Prine
There are truck songs and then there are pickup truck songs.
IDFG assists in arrest of attempted murder suspect
An idaho Fish and Game officer was directly involved in the capture Saturday of The attempted murder suspect William James in New Meadows.
Legals for April, 9 2020
Wednesday, April 8
COVID-19 update: 3 have been hospitalized
The good news is that in the last 24 hours, there have been no new COVID-19 cases confirmed in Idaho’s five northernmost counties.
OPINION: Trump is America’s cheerleader-in-chief for the coronavirus pandemic
President Trump is facing substantial criticism for failing to launch an all-out federal effort to protect the country from the coronavirus pandemic. Many have questioned whether he has a coherent national strategy to bring the nation through the crisis. The President has taken to claiming that it is the job of state governors to combat the disease. The national government is there just for back-up and he is merely
Suspect arrested in Idaho kidnapping, 2 others not found
The Idaho Falls Police Department has arrested a 29-year-old woman wanted on kidnapping, robbery and aggravated battery charges
Even as virus deaths mount, governments eye exit strategies
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention was considering changing self-isolation guidelines
STEVE CAMERON BLOG: Surviving a social recession
Still here.
Kootenai Health purchases Clearwater Valley, St. Mary’s Hospitals
Ownership of Clearwater Valley Hospital and Clinics, CVHC, and St. Mary’s Hospital and Clinics, SMH, officially transferred to Kootenai Health on April 1.
Woman dies in US-95 crash
A Sandpoint woman died in a Tuesday night crash on northbound US-95 at Careywood Road, north of Athol.
Sanders drops 2020 bid, leaving Biden as likely nominee
Bernie Sanders, who saw his once strong lead in the Democratic primary evaporate as the party’s establishment lined swiftly up behind rival Joe Biden, has ended his presidential bid
State parks see waves of Washington visitors
If you go, be cool, follow the rules
Lucky break gives ‘Dicey’ a new home
If the newest sculpture in Coeur d’Alene is any indication, our luck is starting to turn.
Post Falls High three-sport scholar-athletes for 2019-20
Coffee, tea and Michael D
Restaurant owner connects with customers, friends with special one-day sale; hopes to reopen soon
ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Owen Hughes, Lake City High
Owen Hughes
LOCAL CORONAVIRUS BULLETIN Inside Kootenai Health’s COVID-19 Unit
Since word of COVID-19’s arrival in Seattle, close work has been done between Kootenai Health, Panhandle Health District, and other community agencies to develop a community plan and assess resources daily.
You’ve got pandemic questions, and we’ve got (some) answers
He’s a retired Presbyterian minister, an author and an opera singer.
LAKE: Wake-up call
From the shore, Lake Coeur d’Alene is looking serene and beautiful as always.
Start your engines
One after the the other, cars zipped along Coeur d’Alene Lake Drive on a late Saturday afternoon. Big and small, colorful, low-riders, sleek, quick, they kept coming, in groups of three, four or five or more, headed toward Higgens Point, the designated gathering point for the car meet, before Gov. Brad Little’s stay-home order last week.
Charles L. ‘Chuck’ Sheaffer, 80
Charles L. “Chuck” Sheaffer, passed peacefully at home with his loving wife by his side on March 29, 2020.
Larry Ray Clark, 73
Larry Ray Clark, 73, of Rathdrum, went home to the Lord on April 1, 2020. Larry was born Nov. 22, 1946, in Pasco, Wash., to E. Henry Clark Jr. and Colleen (Callahan) Clark.
Post Falls city center gets boost
The Post Falls City Council approved a memorandum of understanding with its urban renewal agency Tuesday. The memorandum states that the agency will fund half of the cost for the update to the city center master plan, not to exceed $30,000.
LETTERS: A double delight
I couldn’t agree more with two letters to the editor on Saturday.
Diary of a shut-in, week 4
“Civilization is a stream with banks. The stream is sometimes filled with blood from people killing, stealing, shouting and doing things historians usually record; while on the banks, unnoticed, people build homes, make love, raise children, sing songs, write poetry and even whittle statues. The story of civilization is the story of what happened on the banks. Historians are pessimists because they ignore the banks of the river.” — The Story of Civilization, Will Durant.
Sheriff’s Blotter
Notable calls for the day!
SHERIFF: Who dares to lead?
My observation of the four Republican candidates during the COVID-19 pandemic affecting our country.
Rathdrum might reconsider subdivision decision
The Rathdrum City Council will decide tonight whether to reconsider its March 11 decision approving a 113-lot subdivision on the northwest corner of Highway 53 and Meyer Road.
BACK THEN Fun ‘n names
This pandemic experience is new and horrifying, its potential impact on human life and the economy staggering.
Memo to Rep. Heather Scott: You are sickeningly wrong
Reprinted from the April 5 Bonner County Daily Bee.
MESSAGE: Love your neighbor
In the Gospel of Mark, Jesus gave two great commandments.
SHERIFF: Appeal to Cd’A doctor
Below is my response to Dr. Robert J. Burnett’s letter, “Officials’ comments threaten others’ health”, as published on April 5, 2020, in the Bonner County Daily Bee.
ADVERTISING: Advertorial — GEORGE BALLING: Supply stability
In our weekly trips to the grocery store it is hard not to notice the supply chain interruptions in certain departments. No doubt those who are hoarding toilet paper, flour, pasta and other items are causing some of these problems. There are also some areas where supply chain challenges are part of the cause. So far, wine supplies have been relatively stable, although we are starting to see issues crop up on a small scale that will likely be around for some time.
ADVERTISING: Advertorial — JONATHAN M. SASSER: Diverticulitis and colitis: Answers are out there
Diverticulitis. Ulcerative colitis (UC). They almost sound like big words I invented just to impress you with my vocabulary, but they are serious digestive conditions. Many patients with these diagnoses feel hopeless about the reality of getting better, sometimes being told there is no solution to their condition or that medications like immuno-suppressants are their only hope. Sure, there are people that are so far down this road that they need the powerful intervention of immunosuppressant drugs, but in my opinion, they should be reserved as the last resort. We have achieved remarkable successes with these and similar chronic digestive conditions by investigating and addressing the underlying cause(s) of the digestive dysfunction.
Sew much to do
More locals step up to fill fabric face mask needs
OPAL’S HOMESTEAD HACKS Planting — with cardboard, of course
If you’ve been following Opal Harbert’s brand of “lazy” homestead tips, you may already be saving those carrot peels and lettuce ends as garden compost. Now that the sun is out again, I asked Opal for more outdoor ideas.
Man allegedly threatens grandpa over heroin, is booked for assault
A Coeur d’Alene man who police say threatened to stab his 89-year-old grandfather over heroin is in the Kootenai County jail on an assault charge.
Marilyn Kay Boudreau, 85
Marilyn Kay Boudreau passed away on April 2, 2020 at the age of 85.
Betty Mae Luster, 95
Betty Mae Luster died in her sleep on March 30, 2020, due to complications related to old age. She was born Mary Elizabeth Keegan, in East Chicago, Ind., on May 8, 1924, to John Keegan and Helen Rosenbaum. She grew up in Crown Point, Ind., during the Great Depression. As a young girl she remembers the excitement when the infamous John Dillinger escaped from the local Lake County Jail in 1934.
Health corridor focus getting clearer now
Monday’s front page, upper-right corner Spokesman-Review headline was directed at some North Idaho residents.
The stay-at-home dad: Quarantine baseball season
Quarantine baseball season
Gas prices: How low will they go?
COEUR d’ALENE — For the second week in a row, Idaho’s average gas price dropped 14 cents per gallon, pushing Gem State pump prices ever closer to the $2 mark, according to AAA Idaho.
Fast Five: Theresa Moran helps others reach for the stars
Theresa Moran helps others reach for the stars
CHURCHES: Common sense sermon
Because some Christians believe the government is trying to control the church during the coronavirus pandemic, they’re choosing to continue holding church services.
RECORDS
JUDGMENTS
Making house calls Heritage Health launches Telehealth to patients
Heritage Health launches Telehealth to patients
Killarney Lake a hidden treasure easy to find
VIRUS: Bring out your best
Saturday, a cashier barked at me to step back because I was too close to the fellow in front of me. Later, a young couple were crossing the street at a crosswalk. As I slowed, the gentleman self-indulgently insisted on gesturing for me to slow down. To my shame, immediately after passing them I gunned the engine in revolt against strangers presuming to command me.
Streaming sanity America’s obsession with ‘Tiger King’
America’s obsession with ‘Tiger King’
Legals for April, 8 2020
Tuesday, April 7
Nearly 400 virus deaths in Washington state
Opening up an application process for grants that will provide up to $10,000 for businesses with up to 10 employees
Montana governor extends stay-at-home order, school closures
Restrictions now will go through April 24 in a continuing effort to prevent the spread of the coronavirus
2020 CANDIDATE QUESTIONNAIRE: Elizabeth Jacobsen
NAME: Elizabeth Jacobsen (Betty Jo Murdoch, CdA High School class of 1969)
North Idaho has first COVID-19 patient
Panhandle Health District reported Tuesday that the first COVID-19 patient in the region has been hospitalized in Bonner General Health in Sandpoint.
Trump removes watchdog tapped for $2T virus rescue oversight
President Donald Trump has removed the inspector general who was to chair a special oversight board of the $2.2 trillion rescue package for businesses and individuals affected by the coronavirus
Video explores daily life of students, teachers
The Coeur d’Alene School District has provided a peek into the daily lives of students and teachers in its new “Remote Learning in Coeur d’Alene Public Schools” YouTube video.
China’s virus pandemic epicenter Wuhan ends 76-day lockdown
The lockdown that served as a model for countries battling the coronavirus around the world is set to end after 11 weeks
STEVE CAMERON BLOG When all else fails, laugh
Still here.
2020 CANDIDATE QUESTIONNAIRE: David Stewart
NAME: David Stewart
Northwest Notes Aptil 7, 2020
Lake City grad Williamson named assistant men’s soccer coach at Gonzaga
BRACED FOR A SURGE Kootenai County appears ready for whatever virus dishes out
COEUR d’ALENE — As doctors, politicians and health officials acknowledge that America will likely see the worst of the coronavirus pandemic in the weeks to come, health care workers are reporting calamitous conditions in our larger metro hospitals.
Parks pack spring wildflower punch
When wildflowers pop at Heyburn and Mary McCroskey state parks each spring, the southern slopes become a fireworks display.
CDC guidance on homemade masks
This is a series about COVID-19 preparation and regional updates. Check the Press daily for new information, tips, and ways our health care professionals are working to keep our community safe.
Sheriff's blotter
Notable calls of the day!
State decision likely ends prep sports season
The spring high school sports season in Idaho is likely over, after it barely began.
Burn ban affects most outdoor fires in Kootenai County
Most outdoor burning is now prohibited in Kootenai County.
LEADERS: Where art thou?
Citizen Letter: To mayors of Post Falls, Coeur, d’Alene, Rathdrum, Hayden and Kootenai County Commissioners
Wanted: ‘Essential’ waste only
County suggests making full use of curbside recycling
Cd’A School Board approves grandfathering plan for 2020-21
The Coeur d'Alene School Board unanimously voted to approve the Grandfathering of Students 2020 Transition Plan during a video conference board meeting Monday evening.
LOGGING: Save Hanna Flats
I was horrified when I learned that Hanna Flats, a national forest surrounding a beautiful historic old growth forest and recreational area close to Priest Lake, was being considered for extensive logging.
Research: Relax and call your spirit back
We could all use a little inspiration right now.
Skating coach on probation after asking teen for sex
A former Hayden in-line skating coach accused of soliciting sex from a teenage athlete has been sentenced to 12 years in prison, but a Coeur d’Alene judge suspended the sentence in lieu of probation.
Rathdrum goes to Zoom for residents
The city of Rathdrum will hold a public hearing using Zoom video communications on April 15.
Denice Marie (Strobel) Raines, 68
Denice Marie (Strobel) Raines, 68, passed away on March 26, 2020, in Everett, Wash.
Reading is believing
Sign says it all to health workers
RECORDS
JUDGMENTS
VOTE: Leaders for tough times
We are in rough financial times for our families and state. Voting for the best people for the tough job ahead is our community responsibility. Therefore, I am supporting Nick Henderson for County Commissioner and Marc Eberlein for State Senator.
TRUMP: Haters on parade
I’ve come to a simple but seemingly obvious realization during the COVID-19 virus. Trump haters love to hate. I know I should have seen it earlier, but it’s finally become crystal clear. No matter what Trump does, his haters will tell you it’s wrong.
BACK THEN: Catch it now
This pandemic experience is new and horrifying, its potential impact on human life and the economy staggering.
CHILDREN: Thanks to those who devote time
To quote a ’60s song, “Don’t it always seem to go, that you don’t know what you’ve got till it’s gone.”
Cd’A Council using Zoom to keep meetings public
Coeur d’Alene City Council meetings are seldom empty venues. People show up at the library’s community room to give testimony, to accept an award, or simply out of civic duty or sheer curiosity.
CHURCH: A burning question
If you can’t go to church in a crisis, where in the hell can you go?
Weekend busts net half pound of meth
In two busts over the weekend, Idaho State Police removed more than a half pound of methamphetamine from the streets and arrested five suspects.
Common green darner
As we transition from winter to spring, nature lovers should take a chance to stroll along North Idaho’s many streams, rivers and other bodies of water. If they are fortunate enough, they might catch a glimpse at one of the most relentless aerial predators of the insect world: the dragonfly.
Legals for April, 7 2020
Monday, April 6
State Board of Education extends soft closure for Idaho schools
The State Board of Education unanimously agreed today to extend the soft closure of Idaho schools, but give flexibility to school districts and charter schools as they determine new ways to meet requirements and gauge students’ readiness in high school civics and early reading.
Idaho public schools to remain closed
The Idaho State Board of Education voted unanimously today to extend the “soft closure” of all public schools to the end of this school year or until local and state social distancing orders have been lifted and re-entry criteria established by the state board have been met.
No garage sales under stay-at-home order
As temperatures rise, Idaho residents may wonder if they can participate in their usual springtime activities while also complying with Gov. Brad Little’s statewide stay-at-home order.
British Prime Minister moved to intensive care
Deterioration of Johnson’s health took many in Britain by surprise
White House pushes unproven drug for virus; doctors wary
Researchers in China reported that cough, pneumonia and fever seemed to improve sooner among 31 patients given hydroxychloroquine compared with 31 others who did not get the drug
Wall Street leaps 7%, markets rally worldwide on virus hopes
The Dow Jones Industrial Average shot up 1,627.46 points
COVID-19: Idaho 10 days from peak daily deaths, analysis says
New projections released by the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluations predict that Idaho will reach its peak for daily COVID-19 deaths just 10 days from now — more than a week ahead of
No new COVID-19 cases reported in Kootenai County
No news is good news.
2020 CANDIDATE QUESTIONNAIRE: Chris Fillios
NAME: Chris Fillios
Coronavirus closures keep drivers’ licenses from expiring
The Idaho Department of Motor Vehicles has extended the lifespan of drivers’ licenses that either would have or will expire between March 1 and May 31. Drivers who ordinarily would need to get their licenses renewed in that three-month timeframe now have until June 30 to renew.
COVID-19 citizen inquiry line now open
Coeur d’Alene — The Emergency Operation Center’s citizen inquiry line is open and available for Kootenai County residents to call and ask questions throughout the COVID-19 crisis.
STEVE CAMERON BLOG We’re all in this...
Still here.
SEED CITY
Forest nursery in Cd’A serves serious seed purpose
Cd’A schools go remote today
Spring break is over, and the kids are ready to go back to school.
PHD in a pandemic: Functions explained
This is a series about COVID-19 preparation and regional updates. Check The Press daily for new information, tips, and ways our health care professionals are working to keep our community safe.
ALL-IDAHO BASKETBALL: Timberlake’s Soumas, Lakeside’s Spotted Horse named high school basketball players of the year
BOISE — The state’s top boys and girls high school basketball players were honored this past week, and two of them come from North Idaho.
Yes, that was a terrific temblor
Several weeks ago, I wrote an article on the earthquake activity across the globe. Since then, other quakes that were higher than a 5.0 magnitude were reported in Indonesia and parts of the South Pacific Islands.
Stimulus gives scams a big boost, as well
As job loss continues to rise with the spread of the coronavirus, people are looking to the passing of the stimulus bill to bring some relief. The United States Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service announced that the distribution of economic impact payments will begin soon.
Senior Meals
Senior Meals
Legals for April, 6 2020
Sunday, April 5
Five new local COVID-19 cases reported
After no new cases of COVID-19 were reported in Kootenai County on Saturday, five new cases were confirmed Sunday, according to Panhandle Health District.
STEVE CAMERON BLOG The readers write
Still here.
AP FACT CHECK: Trump pitches drug unapproved for coronavirus
President Donald Trump is pitching a medicine for COVID-19 sufferers that science has not concluded is effective or safe for their use
Americans brace for 'hardest, saddest' week of their lives
Americans are bracing for what the nation’s top doctor warned would be “the hardest and saddest week” of their lives because of the coronavirus
Tiger at NYC's Bronx Zoo tests positive for coronavirus
A tiger at the Bronx Zoo in New York City has tested positive for the new coronavirus
Washington returning 400 ventilators for use in New York
OLYMPIA, Wash. (AP) — Washington Gov. Jay Inslee said Sunday that the state will return more than 400 ventilators of the 500 it has received from the federal government so they can go to New York and other states hit harder by the coronavirus.
Five new local COVID-19 cases
After no new cases of COVID-19 were reported in Kootenai County on Saturday, five new cases were confirmed Sunday, according to Panhandle Health District.
Stay-at-home order legal, Idaho attorney general says
BOISE (AP) — Gov. Brad Little’s stay-at-home order to limit the spread of the coronavirus is legal and clearly defined by law, Idaho Attorney General Lawrence Wasden said.
U.S. ‘wasted’ months before preparing for virus pandemic
By MICHAEL BIESECKER
Steve Cameron Blog: Sunday, April 5, 2020: The readers write
Still here.
Pandemic robs high school seniors of rites of passage
It’s easy to minimize the struggles of others when one has no relation to the problem.
Fugitive arrested near McCall
Early Saturday morning, officers from Idaho State Police, the Adams and Valley County Sheriff’s Offices, and the McCall Police Department arrested Williams “Bill” Pearle James near his parents’ home in New Meadows, the Idaho State Police reported.
LITTLE RELIEF for GRIEF
Pandemic has changed funeral service rules
‘Connecting and reaffirming’
Car procession honors life of Tammy Bray
LOCAL CORONAVIRUS BULLETIN Smoking and vaping risk with COVID-19
Everyone is at risk of contracting COVID-19. For those who smoke, vape, or use e-cigarettes, the risk of developing severe illness from COVID-19 could be even greater.
THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: How a combined 5A/4A IEL would have impacted seeds this year
Meanwhile, a look back to a high school sports season that actually was completed:
Donald ‘Donnie’ Duane Blaine
Born in Rathdrum, Idaho, on Sept. 26, 1940, to Harry and Ethel Blaine, Donald “Donnie” Duane Blaine passed away March 20, 2020, surrounded by his family in Spokane Valley, Wash.
JOSH SUHR: Real estate in the time of COVID-19
Rules for a pandemic
MASKS: It’s bandana time
In an area population of more than 150,000 ,we have minimal known cases of COVID-19 now, so it seems to be trivial. But with a gestation period of 9-14 days we could easily have hundreds of non-symptomatic folks running around exposing people to COVID-19. This throws the door open for a sudden explosion of the virus, so I’m hinky about even going to grocery stores which are packed with folks not wearing a mask.
SAFE: And looking back
I am always thinking of ways to keep in touch with old friends and family from afar, so I am using this letter to the editor to more widely let it be known I am fine and am not affected yet by COVID-19. Because of my interest in history, I have been thinking about other pandemics such as typhoid fever and polio and am encouraged by the fact that these diseases are no longer a threat.
MASKS: Japan sets example
In comparing COVID-19 in Japan to the United States or other countries, it is clear their infection and death rates are dramatically lower. Japan has always had the respectful custom of wearing a mask at the slightest hint of illness. In every picture that includes people in Japan, there are always people (multiple) wearing a mask.
Out of state? Out of luck on licenses, tags
The Idaho Fish and Game Commission adopted a rule that temporarily suspends the sale of several types of nonresident fishing and hunting licenses, tags, and permits.
COURAGE: Folks of faith
Common sense and courage are important. Despite the promising results of several doctors in treating COVID-19 patients with hydroxychloquine and azithromycin, the governors of Nevada, Michigan and other states are blocking the drugs’ use.
Mayors answer COVID-19 questions
In a time of crisis, leaders lead.
Two faces of all-mail election
The all-mail primary election next month is a pain in the rear — and pretty darned exciting, too.
Eunice Bernice Stottlemyre, 89
Eunice Bernice Stottlemyre died peacefully in her home in Post Falls, Idaho, on March 29, 2020, after battling cancer. Bernice was born May 18, 1930, in rural Bethany, Mo., to Etta Mae Allen and Claude Stottlemyre. She was the youngest of six children and is preceded in death by her brothers, Paul and Porter Stottlemyre, and her sisters, Anita (Stottlemyre) Haskins and Bonnie (Stottlemyre) Krebs.
THANKS: Hord-ing is good
In these times of stress, it’s nice to know there are people like Pegg Hord. I was having a problem with a charge against my account. She went above and beyond the norm to help me. She works for US Bank, 1603 N. Fourth St. Thank you for having such kind and caring people!
TOGETHER: Virus common enemy
I would like to thank George Miller for taking last Friday off and showing his softer side. It was a pleasure to read him not writing about communists at our door, lazy misguided socialists, evil Democrats and idiot liberals. I think it is one of the first letters of his that I actually read all the way through.
COURAGE: These leaders have it
Big respect to the mayors and governors for taking steps to slow the spread of COVID-19, hence saving lives, even those not willing to accept the facts.
OPINION: HARVEY MACKAY — Dial up your phone biz skills
More and more people are working from home in the midst of the current national emergency. Between their computers and phones, an incredible amount of business is being conducted. These devices are keeping companies open for business.
Milestone Announcement
Mike and Peggy Sawicki
Nonresident licenses, permits and tag sales temporarily suspended by Idaho Fish and Game Comission
Nonresidents who purchase a 2020 hunting license may still apply for controlled hunts that will occur this fall.
NEIGHBORHOOD OF THE WEEK: Spruce up, stay at home
While much of the local real estate industry remains active, many buyers and sellers have decided to pause their efforts until the easing of federal and state stay-at-home recommendations.
Far from high and dry
Adam Burton adds services to keep Next Day Dry Cleaning going
SENATOR: Compassion lacking
Dear Sen. Souza: I read Chuck Malloy’s column regarding the impact coronavirus is having on your business in particular and the economy in general. Let mine be the first email that lauds Gov. Little’s declaration. Let me also be the first to congratulate you on getting “cash flow” and “employee needs” in the same sentence.
Saturday, April 4
Trump says ‘toughest’ weeks ahead as coronavirus spreads
BY KEVIN FREKING and COLLEEN LONG
Hunt for medical supplies creates marketplace of desperation
By BRIAN WITTE
Nonresident licenses, permits and tag sales temporarily suspended by Idaho Fish and Game Comission
Nonresidents who purchase a 2020 hunting license may still apply for controlled hunts that will occur this fall.
Virus: Transit agencies get federal money to help
SEATTLE (AP) — Transit agencies in the Puget Sound region will get more than $500 million in federal help to deal with the coronavirus outbreak.
The Steve Cameron Blog: Saturday, April 4, 2020: Corona Man
Still here.
The Coeur d’Alene Resort Golf Course is open for play
While some area courses have opted to shut down over the coronavirus pandemic, The Coeur d’Alene Resort Golf Course is open for play.
Let’s fill the space between with love
What acts of kindness have you been seeing?
THE FRONT ROW WITH JASON ELLIOTT: Abrupt end in Weishaar’s comeback year
As a senior at Timberlake High, Jamey Weishaar earned a medal by finishing 14th in the state 3A cross country meet at Farragut State Park on Oct. 31, 2015, a day that was filled with rain, mud and a lengthy delay.
‘It’s a mess’
Years of low jobless rates left Idaho Department of Labor unprepared
Post Falls couple respect Gov. Little’s stay-at-home orders, marry on short notice
Post Falls couple respect Gov. Little’s stay-at-home orders, marry on short notice
Need a cloth mask? 3Cs to the rescue!
Post Falls company also pitching in
Woman accused of stabbing boyfriend
Magistrate issues no-contact order
Northwest Notes April 4, 2020
Former Priest River coach Bodecker named CCS women’s hoops coach
Slowing spread of COVID-19 with source control
How easily a virus spreads from person to person can vary. Some viruses are highly contagious, like measles, while other viruses do not spread as easily. COVID-19 is thought to spread mainly through close contact from person-to-person in respiratory droplets from someone who is infected (via coughing or sneezing). People who are infected often have symptoms of illness. However, some people without symptoms may still be able to spread virus.
ESSENTIAL: The bottom line
Just an observation here. Perhaps I am biased, having grown up in a blue collar family, but I can’t help but notice who is “essential.” It appears the people who actually get dirt and grease under their fingernails, the people who spend the entire day on their feet, are the ones who actually make this country work.
Cd’A library printing 3D masks for health care
Just because the Coeur d’Alene Public Library is closed doesn’t mean its 3D printers are getting a break.
Bless the beasts
Without clinics, thrift store revenue, KHS faces challenges as donations drop off
‘Bigfoot’ leads the way to $2,500 donation
COEUR d’ALENE — Sales are slower these days for PNW Journey. Money, as it is for most businesses, is tight.
Coldwell Banker gives to area food banks
Coldwell Banker Schneidmiller Realty announced the gift of $20,000 to be shared by four area food banks. Those would include Post Falls, Rathdrum, Coeur d’Alene, and Shoshone County. The gift is funded by the Schneidmiller Family Foundation and was to be delivered this week. The Coldwell Banker Brokerage family together with its agents has a significant history of philanthropy in North Idaho.
REMINGTON: Consider these rights
If Representative Remington is cited or arrested, it will not be because he is a pastor or a Christian. It will be because he has blatantly disregarded the safety of his parishioners and community.
STAY HOME: Only responsible choice
With regard to Pastor Tim Remington’s former stance and the current one from the Bonner County sheriff: his decision, if left to stand, will cost lives, period. The data are clear. This is not a political or religious issue, it is a highly infectious pandemic that is killing thousands of our fellow citizens every day. Cases in Idaho are increasing rapidly. These “positions” for lack of a better word, are indefensible.
Biological sex or gender identity?
Gov. Little recently signed into law H500, the Fairness in Women’s Sports Act. The focus of this bill is to protect women’s sports for women and girls. Rep. Barbara Ehardt, from Idaho Falls, was the primary sponsor of the bill and I was the Senate sponsor. We worked tirelessly for months to get the right language and support from other legislators as well as outside groups.
TRUMP: No, we’re not alone
Two weeks ago I wrote an unpublished letter to the editor that called on Americans and hospitals to join together to help with waves of doctors and nurses to hot spots like New York.
TRUMP: Critics will miss him
Who will the Trump-haters turn their venom on once Trump leaves office?
Visualizing an ancient giant
Virtual tech students unravel mysteries behind mammoth bones
The power of one person’s witness
“In this way the word of the Lord spread widely and grew in power.” Acts 19:20
CONSTITUTIONS: On governor’s side
Reminder to Rep. Scott, Pastor Tim and Sheriff Wheeler:
TP: Salvation on a roll
Many thanks to all the preppers who now have a 20-month supply of toilet paper and water in the backyard bunker. Too bad for the 80-year-old widow down the block who could have used a four-pack of tissue and a gallon of water!
BRINTON: Ode to a neighbor
This week you published Jim Brinton’s obituary. He and his family were our first neighbors when we moved to North Idaho in 1975. In our current unique viral bubble, the importance of being a good neighbor is magnified.
TRASH: Come on, people
My husband and I have been walking the public path from Atlas, past the Kroc Center to the Riverstone area and beyond for more than eight years. We have always made it a point to pick up and dispose of garbage along the way.
Lewis-Clark Valley Healthcare Foundation announces $150K grant to COVID-19 funds
The Lewis-Clark Valley Healthcare Foundation announced a donation of $150,000 to the COVID-19 Community Response and Recovery Funds that will rapidly deploy resources to community-based organizations at the frontlines of the region’s coronavirus outbreak. $100,000 has been allocated to the North Idaho COVID-19 Response and Recovery Fund and $50,000 to the Eastern Washington COVID-19 Response and Recovery Fund.
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Judge sets bail at $100,000 for alleged shoplifter, cougher
An Oregon man who said he was sick with the coronavirus before police said he intentionally coughed on deputies during his arrest Wednesday in Hayden pleaded not guilty to two misdemeanors.
Helen May Chatfield, 93
Helen May Chatfield, 93, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her family, on March 23, 2020, in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. Helen was born May 3, 1926, in Lane, Idaho, to John and Mildred (Bouchard) Strobel.
Rear Admiral Edward L. ‘Whitey’ Feightner USN, (Ret.)
Edward Lewis “Whitey” Feightner was born on Oct. 14, 1919, and died on April 1, 2020. He was raised on a farm near Elida, Ohio, and graduated from Elida High School as class valedictorian. He then attended Findlay College on a full-ride scholarship and graduated in 1941.
DOUG O: He’s a giver
Every now and then, somebody runs for office and the only thing you can say is, “Now that makes sense.” Some people are takers, others are givers.
PRESS: A Chinese weapon
It appears that the Coeur d’Alene Press, led by Dwayne Hagadone, has become an extended arm of Communist China’s propaganda machine by publishing Andrea Nagel’s column on the front page (not on the opinion page). Ms. Nagel propagates teaching our children about the Chinese virus (COVID-19). She propagates teaching distrust in their own government (don’t watch President Trump’s daily briefings) and instills in children the fear of being labeled a racist through the avoidance of being labeled xenophobic which she accuses our government of being. These are all poor civics lessons for our impressionable youth.
RECORDS
JUDGMENTS
Crowd connects via webinar on COVID-19
Business leaders hopeful Little will soon allow them to reopen storefronts
Legals for April, 4 2020
Friday, April 3
Face coverings recommended, but Trump says he won’t wear one
Federal officials stressed that surgical masks and N95 respirators should be left for those on the front lines of fighting the spread of the infection
Department of Labor Committed to Help Idahoans Navigate Difficult Times
As Idahoans grapple with the fallout from the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and many face an uncertain economic future, I want to assure the people of Idaho that the Department of Labor is here to assist our fellow citizens through these difficult times.
Volunteers sew handmade masks
Ladies of the Cancer and Community Charities (3Cs) are gearing up for a tsunami of requests for fabric face masks.
Can Gov. Little legally require Idahoans to stay home?
With the coronavirus spreading rapidly in Idaho, Gov. Brad Little last Wednesday issued a proclamation directing most Idahoans to stay home for 21 days and all businesses, except those involving essential services, to close for the same period. Little could extend the period still further, depending on the outcome over the next few weeks.
Two new COVID-19 cases in North Idaho
Panhandle Health District just announced two new COVID-19 cases in the five northern counties, one in Kootenai and one in Bonner.
Did you miss the sheriff's forum? Watch it here
Only one hundred people were able to log into a virtual Kootenai County sheriff candidate forum Thursday night.
Idaho to receive $60 million in federal transit funding
Washington, D.C. – Members of the Idaho Delegation announced that Idaho will receive over $60 million in federal funding allocations to the transit industry following the President’s signing of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act.
US sheds most jobs in a decade, ending record hiring streak
The job loss of 701,000 reported Friday by the government — the worst since the depths of the Great Recession in 2009 — is still just a small indication of what’s to come
Kroc Center employees help other agencies
The Salvation Army Kroc Center in Coeur d’Alene providing 23 part time and full-time employees to organizations throughout the area to assist in maintaining their services and special requirements during the COVID-19 pandemic.
STEVE CAMERON BLOG: Your new world
Still here.
Casino closure extended
Plummer – The Coeur d’Alene Tribal Council has decided to delay the re-opening of the casino until further notice.
The Great Lake Debate: Shoreline concerns among threats to Lake Cd’A’s health
Shoreline concerns among threats to Lake Cd’A
Coronavirus casts its vote for absentee-only primary
County tally not likely until June 3
Caring for someone at home
This is a series about COVID-19 preparation and regional updates. Check The Press daily for new information, tips, and ways our health care professionals are working to keep our community safe.
Post Falls High basketball star Gennett commits to Central Washington
After a stellar career as a four-year starter for Post Falls High School, you wouldn’t think Colby Gennett had much more to prove on the basketball court.
Weekend TV/Radio highlights
FRIDAY
TRUMP: No congrats deserved
This is a response to the letter to the editor that was “extremely proud of president Trump’s leadership” regarding the coronavirus crisis.
Spokane Symphony announces 75th season lineup
The Spokane Symphony announced its 75th concert season details, revealing the music for all 10 Masterworks concerts, six Pops concerts, Movies and Music events and more.
Police: Sick suspect coughed on us
A 23-year-old Oregon shoplifter who told deputies he had the coronavirus and intentionally coughed in the face of arresting officers was charged by police with battery, failing to register as a sex offender and burglary.
COVID-19 Task Force partners with Kroc Center, local stores
The Coeur Group, a nonprofit of local businessmen that supports community causes, announced this week that it’s stepping up the efforts of its COVID-19 Task Force.
GOVERNMENT: Sick with socialism
Welcome to socialism. I hope you all get a real good taste of it. Government shutting down your personal freedoms, rights and businesses for what?
Annual graduation project requirement waived due to coronavirus
Annual graduation requirement waived due to coronavirus
Our Gem, Coeur d’Alene Lake
The Our Gem Coeur d’Alene Lake Collaborative is a team of committed and passionate professionals working to protect our local water resources. Participating entities include University of Idaho Community Water Resource Center, Coeur d’Alene Tribe Lake Management Department, Idaho Department of Environmental Quality, Kootenai Environmental Alliance, and CDA 2030.
Re-entry center benefits abound
By BEN SIMPSON
Lake City, Cd’A Charter, Sorensen receive accolades at jazz fest
Students from Sorensen Magnet School of the Arts and Humanities, Coeur d'Alene Charter Academy and Lake City High School took top honors on Feb. 28 at the University of Idaho’s 2020 Lionel Hampton Jazz Festival.
CRISIS: Beware tribalism
I have been very impressed with the reaction of many Americans to the COVID-19 threat. There are some, however, who do not understand or refuse to accept the best practices advised pretty much unanimously, by experts. Too many are generalizing their conclusions from specific experiences they see.
GRESSLER: Selective memory
Mr. Gressler’s rants seem to be more demented, and show an increasing lack of history.
Coeur Group rallies to help seniors
Starting March 16, Coeur Group members have served as grocery shoppers and errand runners for our community’s at-risk population.
Opal’s homestead hacks: Feed the birds
This one really is for the birds.
RECORDS
JUDGMENTS
ABORTION: Kindness or control?
On March 28, I read an article from the Associated Press: “Idaho governor OKs bill outlawing abortion if Roe reversed.” It was sponsored by Republican Sen. Todd Lakey, who has said, “the health of women is secondary to their unborn children.” Does he mean, so what if mommy dies — daddy rules?
CRISIS: A question of faith
It’s times like these that should cause a person to reflect a bit. We all put our faith in something. Is it money, job, health, government, or a combination of all of these? I think we can all say that those things are all a bit shaky right now.
HANKS LAW: Foundation A-OK
On Jan. 8, a letter to the editor was posted regarding our foundation, Hanks Law Foundation. The letter stated basically that the foundation and its governing body, Jennifer Peacock and Dakota Goin, had engaged in “deceptive or misleading solicitations.” Neither the foundation nor its governing body engaged in any such activity. To clarify, the statement below is the response received from the Attorney General’s office. Our focus has always been to change Idaho laws to better protect our domestic animals. It is this endeavor we have strived to accomplish and will continue to do so.
Sheriff’s Blotter
Notable calls of the day!
Tammy Wallner Bray
Tammy Wallner Bray departed for her welcome party in Heaven on March 28, 2020, at the Schneidmiller Hospice House of North Idaho. She was lovingly supported by her husband, daughter and son, who prayed and sang over Tammy as she took her final breaths. Her illness was brief, and in true Tammy fashion, once she decided that she was ready to go, she didn’t waste any time getting there. The heavenly reunion was surely a glittered fanfare with a rock and roll soundtrack.
Roger F. Tanner
Roger F. Tanner lost his battle with accidental burns on March 24, 2020, at Harborview Hospital in Seattle. He was born to Francis and Grace Tanner in Oct., 1943 and joined brother, Clyde.
GOVERNMENT: Suggest, don’t order
Pastor Tim Remington determines to hold church services contrary to what the government has required. I am not sure why, but it may be that based on the First Amendment he may feel the government has no authority to shut down the church.
POPULATION: Culling is natural
Difficult as it is to accept, the coronavirus is one of several ways our planet deals with overpopulation, war and climate being others.
REMINGTON: He deserves jail
I have pondered over and over the arrogance of Tim Remington with the disrespect for lives of people he knows, and others he will never meet because they died.
Idaho economy sheds jobs at record rate due to coronavirus
Nearly 33,000 Idaho residents filed for unemployment benefits last week
Darrel Edward Wilson, 93
Darrel E. Wilson, 93, passed away at home on the evening of March 30, 2020, with his wife, Bev, by his side. Darrel was born in Decatur, Neb., Dec. 4, 1926, to Mark and Ethel (Earl) Wilson. He graduated from Decatur High School in 1944 and joined the Navy, serving for two years, which included time in the Pacific theater during World War II. After leaving the Navy, Darrel enrolled at Dana College in Blair, Neb., where he played football. He completed college at Wayne State Teachers College, in Wayne, Neb., where he met his wife, Beverly Lockmer. They married on Aug. 10, 1951. After marrying, the couple moved to Greeley, Colo., where their son, Scott, was born. A second son, Gregg, was born in 1955, followed by daughter, Sherri, in 1957.
Legals for April, 3 2020
Thursday, April 2
Idaho economy sheds jobs at record rate due to coronavirus
Nearly 33,000 Idaho residents filed for unemployment benefits last week
Washington state stay-at-home order extended through May 4
Under previous actions taken by Inslee in response to the coronavirus outbreak, all bars, dine-in restaurants, entertainment and recreation facilities have been closed even longer, since March 17
No new COVID-19 cases reported in Kootenai County
No new cases COVID-19 were reported in Kootenai County today. The total remains at 36 confirmed cases.
First COVID-19 case confirmed in Pend Oreille County
Northeast Tri County Health District (NETCHD) has reported the first positive COVID-19 test in Pend Oreille County, Wash. Pend Oreille County is adjacent to Boundary and Bonner Counties.
Senior project requirement waived
Much to the dismay — or delight — of high school seniors across Idaho, all senior projects are now considered complete.
Teaming up to feed families
Coeur Group partners with Kroc, local stores to provide gift cards to families in need
Bonner County Sheriff opposes stay-at-home order
SANDPOINT — Bonner County Sheriff Daryl Wheeler has penned an open letter calling on Gov. Brad Little to lift Idaho’s stay-at-home order because of the coronavirus pandemic.
Altar Church won’t hold live service
COEUR d’ALENE — The Altar Church will not hold services on Sunday.
Wall Street rises for first time in three days as oil spurts
Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 469.93, or 2.2%, to 21,413.44
Trump admin moves toward promoting broader use of face masks
U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Jerome Adams has repeatedly admonished Americans not to wear face masks
A perfect distraction from the wretched coronavirus news
A troubling piece of mail showed up in my mailbox on March 28 from the Republican Presidential Task Force. The envelope contained a “Strategy Survey,” which was essentially a Trump fundraising questionnaire. There were a number of loaded questions about various political issues in the presidential race. The one that caused particular concern was whether the recipient would support the President taking military action against Iran if it were to make or use a nuclear weapon.
COVID-19: 1 million cases reported globally
The total number of COVID-19 cases topped one million worldwide on Thursday,
Idaho initial claims for unemployment insurance increase 143%
Idaho workers laid off due to the coronavirus filed 32,941 initial claims for unemployment insurance between March 22 -28, 2020, an increase of 143 percent over the previous week.
‘Cd’A Strong’
Rod and Sandy S. posted this lighted white heart off the balcony of their home near Coeur d’Alene Lake to express their support for the city of Coeur d’Alene during these trying times. The 4’ by 5’ sign lights up.
Economic fallout mounts, along with competition for masks
6.6 million new unemployment claims on top of 3.3 million last week
Africa faces an ‘existential threat’ as virus cases spread
Police herd hundreds of homeless into a stadium in South Africa’s capital, Pretoria, where tents were erected for shelter and methadone was provided for many
Steve Cameron blog: WHAT’S UP, DOC?
Steve Cameron blog: Still here.
Digital forum will feature sheriff candidates
A bright, civic-minded teenager and Innovation Collective will co-host a digital Kootenai County sheriff candidate forum tonight at 6.
Study finds Cd’A fittest in Idaho
Coeur d’Alene is flexing its muscles today after being crowned Idaho’s Most Fitness-Friendly City.
THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Hand sanitizers, and other memories of winter sports
It was less that four weekends ago that everything seemed “normal.”
U.S. Marshals nab Texas man here
A 47-year-old Texas man accused of taking his 6-year-old son on an 1,800-mile trip during a visitation was arrested Tuesday in Coeur d’Alene.
Petrusev named Wooden All-American
Zag sophomore one of 10 players honored
Coeur d’Alene Pediatrics converts Hayden clinic to drive-thru
A Kootenai County pediatric institution is using its three locations as an advantage to treat young patients during the coronavirus pandemic.
Contact Tracing II
This is a series about COVID-19 preparation and regional updates. Check the Press daily for new information, tips, and ways our health care professionals are working to keep our community safe. • • •
Local bowling: April 2, 2020
Tough year coming: Virus impacts to hit Montana’s outdoor economy
Normally this time of year, Matt Swan is lining up his summer.
Keep your brain busy during spring break
Library offers online activities, resources for kids
Breath of fresh air
Sandpoint manufacturer cleared to sell ventilators
More small temblors in wake of Tuesday’s Challis quake
More than 300 aftershocks have rumbled around Idaho since Tuesday’s 6.5 magnitude earthquake near Stanley, geologists said.
Research: This veto was in kids’ best interests
Bureaucratic molasses is frustrating. Yet it’s generally there for good reason, well-intentioned if inefficient.
A not-so-charitable organization
A Coeur d’Alene reader emailed to ask about an organization called Children’s Emergency Food Vouchers. Her mother had received a phone solicitation asking her to help this organization feed hungry children and then she received a mailer with more detailed information.
USFS closes 120 developed sites in Panhandle forest
The Idaho Panhandle National Forest is threatening to fine people for defying its closed campground orders.
Idaho remains open to hunting and fishing
Idaho Fish and Game has not closed any fishing or hunting seasons in response to Covid-19, and the department on its website is providing guidelines in accordance with the Governor’s orders for social distancing at least six feet apart, including while fishing and at access sites and boat ramps.
A gob of turkey hunting opportunities in the Panhandle
Mild winters and snow accumulation in spring are a couple of factors that North Idaho turkey hunters ponder as the spring season approaches.
Tokens of appreciation for long-haul truckers
Biker club shows some love for unsung heroes of the open road
Ken Young, 77
Ken Young, 77 years old, from Coeur d’Alene, passed away after a brief illness on March 29, 2020, with family by his side. He was born in Los Angeles to Bob, a sergeant in the Army Air Corps, and Eleanor.
Gladys Mary Visnes, 98
Gladys Mary Visnes died March 23, 2020, in Coeur d’Alene, with loved ones by her side. She was 98 years old, almost 99. Each year on the day after her birthday, May 29, she would round her age to the next year as she was proud to lead a long, full life.
RECORDS
JUDGMENTS
Non-native collared doves hit by virus
Reports of an unusual number of dead Eurasian collared doves in yards and around neighborhoods this winter is being attributed to a pigeon virus.
Hunting passports give young hunters a chance to bag game
Kids as young as 8 years old can participate in turkey hunts beginning next week.