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Post Falls Festival canceled

The city of Post Falls has canceled the Post Falls Festival due to increasing cases of COVID-19 in North Idaho and the surrounding areas.

COVID surge creates Ironwood traffic jams

A woman leaned back in the driver’s seat of her Toyota sedan in exasperated boredom, her elderly passenger waiting beside her. Both women hastily put on their masks as the driver rolled her window down for an interview.

Man dies in crash

NAPLES — A man died in a crash on U.S. 95 Tuesday morning.

North Idaho State Fair canceled

The growing number of COVID-19 cases has led to widespread cancelations of community events, continuing Tuesday with the cancelation of the North Idaho State Fair and Gem State Stampede, after a strong recommendation from local health officials not to hold the event.

Drowning victims identified

1 from Spokane Valley, 1 from Hauser Lake

PHD: Coronavirus cases reach 315

COEUR d’ALENE — The Panhandle Health District reported 30 new coronavirus cases Tuesday, bringing PHD’s total to 315.

Missing man alive, hypothermic in Fernan Creek drainage

A man missing since Friday has been found alive.

California woman gored multiple times by Yellowstone bison

A 72-year-old California woman was gored and injured multiple times by a wild bison at Yellowstone National Park after repeatedly approaching the animal to take its photograph

Inslee heckled off stage during Tri-Cities appearance

PASCO, Wash. — Washington Gov. Jay Inslee was heckled and had to cut short his speech Tuesday on battling the coronavirus pandemic in Eastern Washington.

Montana reports 49 new cases of COVID-19, total nears 1,000

Almost half of Montana’s hospitality and tourism workers were furloughed or laid off during the pandemic

FAST FIVE Evalyn Adams: A life of service, a heart filled with love

Evalyn Adams: A life of service, a heart filled with love

Falling down

Falling down

The story of yarn: From sheep to needle in the Northwest

Turns out, you can make yarn from a lot of different animals’ haircuts.

Franchise wannabe ‘Artemis Fowl’ lumbers under its own nonsense

Originally slated for theatrical release, “Artemis Fowl” released on Disney+ earlier this month due to, well, the state of the world. Even in a normal year, the $125-million film might have struggled to turn a profit given its stalled production history and controversial changes to its source material.

The stay-at-home dad Fear of the outdoors

Fear of the outdoors

A better way

Being a parent is hard. Being a foster parent is no easy task either.

The Latest: Fauci: US could reach 100,000 new cases a day

Dr. Anthony Fauci said coronavirus cases could grow to 100,000 a day in the U.S. if Americans don’t start following public health recommendations

Suspected shoplifter detained at gunpoint by citizens

Two people who pointed handguns at a suspected shoplifter in Washington state and threatened to shoot her have received some cautionary advice from police: Be reasonable

Spokane River access at Post Falls to open Thursday

Avista is advising Spokane River users that river recreation will be permitted in the area between the Spokane Street Bridge and the boater safety cables located just upstream of the Post Falls Dam beginning Thursday, July 2. River flows have dropped sufficiently to allow summer operations at the hydroelectric facility.

EU reopens its borders to 14 nations but not to US tourists

The European Union has announced it will reopen its borders to travelers from 14 countries and possibly China soon

Vandal student-athletes returning to campus

MOSCOW — As the fall sports season nears and the COVID-19 pandemic continues, some Idaho Vandal student-athletes are returning to campus.

Regional amateur golf group shelves remainder of 2020 championship season

Regional amateur golf group shelves remainder of 2020 championship season

Chip Shots June 30, 2020

• HOLES-IN-ONE

Swift water, eddies, underwater drop-off a dangerous combination at Corbin Park

Swift water, eddies, underwater drop-off a dangerous combination at Corbin Park

Judge must consider pending motions before ruling on summary judgment

Judge must consider pending motions before ruling on summary judgment

The show must go on

Harrison and Spirit Lake push forward with Fourth celebrations

Imagination Initiative Inc. is collecting devices to help students connect, learn online

Imagination Initiative Inc. is collecting devices to help students connect, learn online

Rough terrain impedes search for local man

Joel Brown remains missing; last seen in Fernan Saddle area

Dive team members find drowning victim

POST FALLS — The body of a Hauser Lake man who went missing Saturday afternoon in the Spokane River near Corbin Park was found Sunday morning by members of the Kootenai County Dive Team.

Avista customers in St. Maries to experience a planned power outage

About 731 Avista electric customers in St. Maries on the St. Joe River will experience a planned power outage on Wednesday.

Let’s get the party started, neighborhoods

Once upon a time, Americans didn’t need corporate sponsorships to pull off a big Independence Day bash.

Fourth of July sing-along Saturday in McEuen

COEUR d’ALENE — Dreams are Forever Events will present a patriotic-themed princess sing-along at 1 p.m. on the Fourth of July at McEuen Park.

Consperse stink bug

“I think I stink. I turn the green grass pink. Wherever I go that smell follows. That cloud I make no one can take[1].” That was the first line of a song from a cartoon I used to watch as a kid. The singer was, appropriately enough, a stink bug character named Stanley, who often lamented about his species’ most characteristic trait. But is the lowly stink bug all smell, or is there more to this critter than what meets the eye … or nose, in this case?

Donna Stenseth

I passed away June 22, 2020. I was born to Hank and Mildred Bauska on Sept. 21, 1946, in a little cabin in the Benewah, rural route of St. Maries, Idaho. The story I told everyone was, “I was born right in the corner and when I woke up I was 5 years old.”

Happy … Second?

Independence Day, wrote John Adams in a letter to his wife in 1776, should be celebrated on July 2 — the day the Continental Congress voted in favor of it.

Drivers, pay attention

New law requires electronic devices be in hands-free mode

Sheriff’s Blotter

Notable calls for the day!

RECORDS

JUDGMENTS

Legals for June, 30 2020

PHD seeking volunteers for COVID-19 call center

PHD seeking volunteers for COVID-19 call center

No Hayden Days Festival

City cancels annual parade, car show

The Latest: Oregon, Kansas set to require face coverings

Gov. Kate Brown announced that people throughout Oregon will be required to wear face coverings in indoor public spaces starting Wednesday to slow the spread of the coronavirus

Idaho may hold traditional elections despite coronavirus

Officials say Idaho residents may vote in person during elections in August and November despite the continuing spread of the coronavirus

PHD: Coronavirus cases rise to 285

Kootenai County saw 46 new coronavirus cases over the weekend as the tally climbed to 229 on Monday.

Judge warns of possible move of trial in George Floyd death

A Minnesota judge is warning that he's likely to move the trials of four police officers charged in George Floyd's death out of Minneapolis if public officials and attorneys continue speaking out about the case

Montana officials searching for Idaho man in Glacier park

Search and rescue teams looking for an Idaho man missing in western Montana have discovered his vehicle in Glacier National Park

Climber missing at Mount Rainier park near 2014 tragedy site

Mount Rainier National Park officials say they are searching for a mountain climber missing since Saturday, the third person to go missing in a little more than a week in the Washington state park

Couple draw guns at crowd heading to St. Louis mayor's home

A white couple pointed guns at protesters in St. Louis, Missouri, as the group marched toward the mayor’s home, demanding her resignation after she publicly read the names and addresses of several residents who supported defunding the police department

Inmate at Idaho state prison dies in apparent suicide

Authorities say a 23-year-old inmate at the Idaho State Correctional Institution has died in an apparent suicide

Gilead's $2,340 price for coronavirus drug draws criticism

The maker of a drug shown to shorten recovery time for severely ill COVID-19 patients says it will charge $2,340 for a typical treatment course for people covered by government health programs in the United States and other developed countries

Standing up for Cd’A

COEUR d’ALENE — Brad Chaney recently moved to North Idaho and he already knows he likes the people.

Safe Passages provides help for abuse victims during pandemic

Safe Passages provides help for abuse victims during pandemic

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: These days, we need a good laugh — so here’s Bob Uecker

It’s been so grim.

COV’AIDE hits a hole in one

The inaugural COV'AIDE Invitational proved to be an ace of an event.

Signing photos June 29, 2020

Northwest Notes June 29, 2020

EWU’s Barriere helps

Senior Meals

Lake City Center

Employment scams rise in COVID-19 shutdown

Employment scams have consistently ranked in the No. 1 or No. 2 spot for Better Business Bureau’s annual riskiest scams report. Recently we’ve found that in today’s economic climate, consumers are at an even higher risk of falling prey, according to a new survey conducted by BBB*.

Could a wet May and June lead to a dry July and August?

After Tuesday, 2020 will be half over. Conditions here in the Inland Northwest were fairly warm last week before cooler temperatures arrived over the weekend.

Warrants

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

Legals for June, 29 2020

Juvenile males in custody after foot chase

Two juvenile males are in custody on charges of resisting and obstructing law enforcement, the Spirit Lake Police Department reported Sunday.

KCSO Search for missing person in the Fernan Saddle Area

COEUR d’ALENE — The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office plans to continue a search Monday morning for a man reported missing in the Fernan Saddle area.

Spokane bomb suspect arrested

Spokane Police arrested a suspect who set off a bomb Sunday afternoon in the middle of a residential street in a northeast Spokane neighborhood. There were no injuries.

FROM THE AP: Climber missing at Mount Rainier park near 2014 tragedy site

By The Associated Press

FROM THE AP: Courts straining to balance public health with public access

By DAVID A. LIEB

FROM THE AP: Starbucks latest to say it will pause social media ads

From The Associated Press

FROM THE AP: Rolling Stones threaten to sue Trump over using their songs

LONDON (AP) — The Rolling Stones are threatening President Donald Trump with legal action for using their songs at his rallies despite cease-and-desist directives.

FROM THE AP: Black bear rescued as cub released back into Wyoming woods

JACKSON, Wyo. (AP) — When Taz McBride first laid eyes on “Hissy” he was up close with the tiny black bear in his grandmother’s Melody Ranch backyard.

FROM THE AP: Montana man arrested after toppling religious monument

MISSOULA, Mont. (AP) — Police in northwestern Montana say a man was arrested on a felony criminal mischief charge after he pulled down a Ten Commandments monument using a chain and pickup truck.

FROM THE AP: Coroner: Louisville man fatally shot amid protest identified

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Police in Kentucky on Sunday identified a man who was fatally shot amid a protest over the killing of Breonna Taylor.

Juvenile males charged with resisting and obstructing law enforcement in early Sunday foot chase

Two juvenile males are in custody on charges of resisting and obstructing law enforcement, the Spirit Lake Police Deparment announced on Sunday.

Idaho tops national rate of UFO sightings

Idaho tops national rate of UFO sightings

COVID-19 means it’s time for a road trip

AAA: Cars are king as summer travel sees first decline since 2009

Volunteers come out to create new trails on Rathdrum Mountain

Volunteers come out to create new trails

Bear Paw Cookies coming to downtown

Zephyr Van opens on Schreiber Way Unlimited Health Chiropractic opens in Post Falls Heart City Tattoo now Fourth Street Tattoo And now the Tidbits

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Just when you find what you need ...

The recent announcement of a (one-time) popular department store chain closing several of its stores really hit home to me.

MOMENTS, MEMORIES and MADNESS with STEVE CAMERON: The impressionable Panama hat, and a final chapter completed

It had become a signature item.

Lums suspend baseball activities after learning of positive COVID-19 test

Northern Lakes ‘A’ team remains unbeaten in league

OPINION: HARVEY MACKAY — Patience is your friend

A woman walked into the grocery store with a 3-year-old girl in the seat of her shopping cart. As they passed the cookie section, the little girl asked for some, and her mother said no.

Cd’A Public Library writers competition winners recognized

COEUR d’ALENE — The winners in the 2020 Julie Meier Writers Competition at the Coeur d’Alene Public Library were announced Friday in an online presentation streamed live on Facebook.

If we really want to understand …

The businessman boarded a Sunday train in the heart of New York City. Content with his newspaper, the man simply wanted to be left alone — a feat that proved impossible.

Teea Marie Stutheit Anderson, 35

Our beloved wife, mother, daughter and friend passed away June 5, 2020. She was born on July 11, 1984, at Deaconess Medical Center in Spokane, Wash.

Melvin T. ‘Mel’ Schmidt, 85

Melvin T. “Mel” Schmidt, of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, entered into the presence of God on June 17, 2020, at the age of 85.

Carolyn Ann (MacPherson) Ferry, 72

Beloved wife, mother and friend, Carolyn Ann (MacPherson) Ferry, 72, of Spokane Valley, Wash., peacefully passed away in Coeur d’Alene on June 17, 2020. Carolyn was born in Trade, Tenn., on Aug. 14, 1937; the daughter of Dan and Choelene (Michaels) Wagner.

LEFT: Pointing out hypocrisy

When liberals decided the Pledge of Allegiance in school was offensive to certain parties it was banned.

Donald ‘Donnie’ Duane Blaine Donald ‘Donnie’ Duane Blaine

Born in Rathdrum, Idaho, 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.

VINTAGE VOICES: It's not too late to 'push record'

It’s not too late to ‘push record’

FROM THE AP: Nurses, doctors feel strain as virus races through Arizona

They saw the ominous photos: Crowded hospitals, exhausted nurses, bodies piling up in morgues. It was far away, in New York, northern Italy and other distant places.

MILESTONE BIRTHDAY ANNIVERSARIES

Charles R. Imus

PROTEST: A glance back

I was pleased to see young folks demonstrating for, or against, whatever they believe in (Press, “Tuesday protest to call for Cd’A PD defunding, demilitarization” June 23). I would have done the same thing back in the late ’60s and early ’70s, but I was otherwise occupied by working and going to college.

HERO: And good judge material

I want to praise and thank the two men who saved the lives of the helicopter crash victims; Kinzo Mihara and Matthew Suhr. I know Kinzo as a fellow attorney and as a former U.S. Marine. Kinzo has applied for magistrate judge in Kootenai County along with other candidates. He is an excellent attorney and has litigated on request for the Tribe, as well as many residents here in Kootenai County. I consider Kinzo an excellent attorney and hope he gets that appointment. He will be a very fair magistrate.

PRESS: Photo raises questions

A question FOR the editor. Re: Craig Northrup’s June 23 “Tuesday protest to call for Cd’A PD.” How in the world do we interpret the fact the photo of Kyle Fencher marching in all his glory is COURTESY of Kyle Fencher? The Press can’t afford its own photographer? It looks obviously cozy. Is the Press virtue signaling?

HOSPITAL: Appreciates excellence

I recently had my world turned upside down, when, with little warning I experienced two heart attacks, the first during the evening of June 10, the second one the following evening.

POLICE: Remember where we live

I was momentarily taken aback when reading the headline in The Press about the planned protest calling for defunding and demilitarization of the Coeur d’Alene Police. WHAT?! I almost checked the date on the paper. The entire premise of the article was so ridiculous I thought for a moment that it was April 1 and that the piece was penned by none other than your seldom-seen reporter April Fuhl.

HEROES: Help from above

To Kinzo Mihara and Matthew Suhr. I know you two do not want accolades, but reading the story in the paper Thursday of you two rescuing the helicopter crash victims brought tears to my eyes.

Another Spokane River drowning reported near Corbin Park

POST FALLS — A Hauser Lake man went missing Saturday afternoon near Corbin Park in the Spokane River after his kayak overturned, and is presumed drowned — which would make it the second straight day someone drowned at that location, the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office reported.

FROM THE AP: Washington governor pauses final stage of reopening plan

OLYMPIA, Wash. (AP) — Washington Gov. Jay Inslee announced Saturday that a recent increase in coronavirus numbers means counties won’t be able to move to the fourth phase of his reopening plan for now.

FROM THE AP: Mississippi moves to strip Confederate image from its flag

By EMILY WAGSTER PETTUS

FROM THE AP: As cases surge in US, rural areas seeing increases as well

For many states and counties in the U.S., the dark days of the coronavirus pandemic in April unfolded on their television screens, not on their doorsteps. But now, some places that appeared to have avoided the worst are seeing surges of infections, as worries shift from major cities to rural areas.

FROM THE AP: Portland Police use crowd-control munitions on protesters

Portland police fired crowd-control munitions toward demonstrators near a downtown precinct building Friday night and early Saturday morning.

FROM THE AP: Lebanese judge bans media from interviewing US ambassador

By SARAH EL DEEB

FROM THE AP: Nurses, doctors feel strain as virus races through Arizona

They saw the ominous photos: Crowded hospitals, exhausted nurses, bodies piling up in morgues. It was far away, in New York, northern Italy and other distant places.

FROM THE AP: Washington state commission rejects petition to limit killing of wolves

SPOKANE — A petition that called for new rules to limit when the state can kill endangered wolves that prey on livestock was rejected Friday by the Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission.

FROM THE AP: Man who fatally stabbed two people gets 66 years in prison

VANCOUVER, Wash. (AP) — A 38-year-old man who fatally stabbed two neighbors and tried to kill another while living in a transitional housing apartment complex in Vancouver was sentenced to 66 years in prison.

FROM THE AP: Ex-Idaho budget director will be jailed in child porn case

BOISE (AP) — A former Idaho budget director has been sentenced to 90 days in jail and 10 years of supervised probation after he pleaded guilty to willfully possessing or accessing child sexually exploitative material.

Businesses bummed by missing events, but many understand

The carnage of cancellations this week amid the recent spike of COVID-19 cases has left unmistakable holes in Coeur d’Alene’s summer.

Jobs aplenty, workers few

First in-person job fair attracts crowd, but openings still go unfilled

Warryn Lee Hanson

Warryn Lee Hanson, adored husband, father, grandfather, and teacher, passed away unexpectedly at the age of 67 on June 23, 2020. Warryn was born to Walter and Hilda (Burkhardt) Hanson on Aug. 9, 1952, in Denver, Colo. Born after his older brother Kenn and before his youngest brother Dennis, from birth until death Warryn’s life was filled by family he loved beyond comprehension.

THE FRONT ROW WITH JASON ELLIOTT: Ryan’s bid to make Junior National volleyball team runs into COVID roadblock

This summer has the potential to be quite the eye-opening one for Lakeland High rising senior Katy Ryan.

Rathdrum business and American Legion donate flags

RATHDRUM — Mayor Vic Holmes believes locals could use a few reminders about the good people and the great pride of North Idaho.

Positive COVID test led to suspension of Cd’A school district sports activities

Athletes sidelined — again — until at least July 6

LEGION BASEBALL: Lumbermen-Prairie game called off as COVID-19 spike forces schedule change

Northern Lakes wins two on the road

Hayden Canyon going up fast

New charter school expected to be open Sept. 8

Mission trip program scheduled for Sunday

Mary Alice Harbour will give a presentation Sunday at New Life Church on her recent mission trip to Taiwan.

Faithful Observations The Day of the Christian Martyr- June 29

The Day of the Christian Martyr — June 29

PHD: Few new coronavirus cases

Kootenai County saw only four new coronavirus cases on Friday, as the count rose to 173.

Lake District works through priorities

Projects de-prioritized included the next phase skate park, museum

Report: Man in helicopter crash dies

Jim Charbonneau, one of the two men in a helicopter that crashed Tuesday evening on the Rathdrum Prairie, died Friday. He was 78.

City of Cd’A officials cancel Kiddie Parade

The Coeur d’Alene Recreation Department has canceled the 2020 Kiddie Parade.

Leland R. ‘Lee’ Piumarta Leland R. ‘Lee’ Piumarta

May 22, 1946 – May 29, 2020

RECORDS

JUDGMENTS

Kathryn Ann (Twitchell) Anderson, 81

Kathryn passed on June 14, 2020, and was born on April 18, 1939, in Spokane, Wash.

Legals for June, 27 2020

Man drowns near Corbin Park

POST FALLS — A Spokane Valley man drowned Friday night in the Spokane River.

Organizers cancel Car d’Lane, Brewfest

The surge in COVID-19 cases across North Idaho has led to widespread interruptions of community events, continuing Friday with the cancellation of Coeur d’Alene’s upcoming Downtown Brewfest and Car d’Lane.

State commission rejects petition to limit killing of wolves

A petition that called for new rules to limit when the state can kill endangered wolves that prey on livestock was rejected Friday by the Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission

American Airlines will book flights to full capacity

American Airlines said Friday that it will start booking flights to full capacity next week

Police solve case of girl abducted, raped, killed in 1982

Columbus police say they have solved the nearly four-decade-old case of an 8-year-old girl abducted on the way home from school, then raped and killed

States retreat as confirmed virus cases hit all-time high

Texas and Florida clamped down on bars again Friday in the biggest retreat yet amid a surge across the South and West

Montana football coach to keep job after post on protesters

Officials say a high school football coach in Montana will keep his job after suggesting in a social media post that Black Lives Matter protesters in Salt Lake City should be hanged

As COVID cases rise, White House seeks to scrap �Obamacare�

As coronavirus cases rise in more than half of the states, the Trump administration is urging the Supreme Court to overturn the Affordable Care Act

Teen injured in car crash

A 17-year-old male was hurt in a single-car crash on S. Loffs Bay Road early Friday.

Police use tear gas to disperse protesters in Portland

‘Demonstrators ... were more aggressive and violent than those seen in past weeks’

Council advances plan to dismantle Minneapolis Police Dept.

Mayor Jacob Frey doesn’t support abolishing the department, a stance that got him booed off the street by activists

Gunmen wound Mexico City police chief; 3 dead

Mexico’s intelligence agency apparently had information that the cartel was planning an attack

Closure of paper mill in Usk deals blow to rural county

USK, Wash. (AP) — A paper mill in the small town of Usk has indefinitely shut down, dealing a major blow to the economy of rural Pend Oreille County.

Blackfeet Tribe closes eastern boundary of Glacier Park

KALISPELL, Mont. (AP) — The Blackfeet Tribal Business Council has voted to close the eastern boundary of Glacier National Park for the rest of the tourist season after a recent spike of COVID-19 cases in Montana.

1 dead in industrial accident at Idaho potato company plant

Potato manufacturing company Lamb Weston has announced that an employee at its Twin Falls facility died in an industrial accident this week

Aerial fireworks illegal in Kootenai County

The Kootenai County Fire Chiefs would like to remind all residents that aerial fireworks, any firework that leaves the ground greater than 10 feet, are illegal in all areas of Kootenai County.

Real estate market rising

Low inventory, high demand fueling higher housing prices

Bayley wins, qualifies for his first PGA Tour event

Former Lakeland High, WSU standout nabs spot in Barracuda Championship in late July

Heritage Health receives personal protection gear

COEUR d’ALENE — An important truckload of personal protective equipment arrived at Heritage Health Wednesday afternoon.

Homicide suspect has extensive record

A Post Falls man who police said shot and killed a household member Tuesday for allegedly beating a woman in the residence is being held in the Kootenai County jail on $20,000 bail.

Gov. Little fires warning shot with order to stay in Stage 4

In a press conference of pleas for Idahoans to practice safer measures against the spread of COVID-19, Gov. Brad Little said the state will remain Stage Four of its Rebound Idaho plan.

Get ready to rock, swing and boogie

Handshake Productions Summer Concert Series returns for 29th year

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Aging with a serious damn attitude

It seems like every day, a couple of new web sites pop up in my regular business file.

Cd’A School District halts summer sports activities

COEUR d’ALENE — Citing a recent surge in COVID-19 cases in the community, Coeur d’Alene Public Schools on Thursday suspended all district or school-sponsored sports practices, sports camps, weight training and other student athletic activities at least until Monday, July 6.

Weekend TV/Radio highlights

Editor’s note: Because of little live programming these days, The Press is also listing, for the time being, TV times for some past pro and college games, and other events. Listings subject to change.

Cd’A man dies in Montana motorcycle crash

A motorcyclist died in a traffic crash near Ronan at 11:48 a.m. on Sunday.

Sunrise Rotary gives $2K to Post Falls Food Bank

COEUR d’ALENE — Coeur d’Alene Sunrise Rotary recently resented $2,000 and a framed certificate to Leslie Orth, executive director, Post Falls Food Bank.

Huckleberries: Rustlers Roost doing well despite COVID

Woody McEvers and his Rustlers Roost are doing all right, thank you. Maybe better than all right.

Cd’A Fourth of July plans canceled due to COVID-19

All of this year’s public Fourth of July festivities in Coeur d’Alene have now been officially canceled.

Sheriff’s blotter

Notable calls for the day!

Lakeland trustees deny extension of superintendent’s contract

Split decision produces vote of no confidence for Meyer

Traffic stop turns into drug, stolen property arrest

A Washington man was arrested by the Idaho State Police Tuesday evening for possession of a controlled substance, stolen property, and a counterfeit bill, felonies that carry up to 14 years in prison.

OPINION: CHUCK MALLOY — Freedom group pins ‘liberal’ tag on Republicans

Sen. Mary Souza of Coeur d’Alene has been referred to in a variety of ways during her political life and time as a community activist. But it’s a safe bet that no one in the Lake City has accused her of being a “liberal.”

Dog + cat + rifle = injury

A situation involving a prairie dog, a cat and a rifle resulted in an accidental gunshot wound.

Movie times

Hayden Discount Cinema

RECORDS

JUDGMENTS

A parallel universe is unfolding

Coeur d’Alene’s contingent in the Idaho Legislature proudly signed their names to an important letter to the editor in today’s Opinions.

Helping animals event at the Dinner Party

Wine proceeds will benefit Kootenai Humane Society

TAXPAYERS: The bill is (always) due

I read with amusement about those who want more of this or more of that (schools, parks, hand-outs, government) but not at taxpayer expense.

ACCOUNTABILITY: Consider this case

Re: “Defunding police” In the article it’s asked: “How different could that situation have been…”

VOTE: For American values

One of the reasons we moved here 20 years ago was to be around more like-minded citizens embracing conservative political values, more than socialist views like many other nearby states do. As a boy, I grew up in the ’50s, where religious and family values had a stronger standing in American society than now. Families were stronger, religious attendance was far greater than now. People weren’t as consumed with materialism worship or controlling as society is now with materialism than in the mid-’60s when I was a teen growing up in the hippie era.

COMMENTS: Don’t silence us

Forty-eight years ago, the U.S. enacted Title IX, which, among other things, provided hard fought sex-based protections for women in sports.

TOURNEY: A field of nightmares

Amid the worse health epidemic in recent history, when people are desperately trying to stay safe and healthy, Post Falls School District and the city decided to put money first and our safety last. This last weekend (June 19-21) they allowed an out-of-state baseball tournament to be held on district fields. Teams from highly infected regions of the Oregon Coast and Yakima, Wash. The tournament was not allowed to be played in their areas due to severe COVID outbreaks but because of the money generated by the tournament, the district and city welcomed them in with open arms. Thanks Post Falls for putting money before your citizens.

ORWELL: Words to consider

Here is something for print that applies to today. George Orwell had a vision into the future of today’s progressive party, now called BLM. Here is the quote word for word:

PD: Earning citizens’ respect

Dear Chief White,

SCIENCE: Follow the facts

Kudos to the businesses that really made an effort to keep their employees and their customers safe, such as: Fred Meyer, Verizon, Panda, Costco and Paul Bunyan. I am sure there are more.

Legals for June, 26 2020

Boundary County confirms first case of COVID-19

Reported to be female traveling out of state

Kiddies Parade canceled

The Coeur d’Alene Recreation Department announced Thursday that the 2020 Kiddies Parade is canceled, in keeping with recommendations made by Panhandle Health District.

July 4th parade and festival canceled

The Coeur d’Alene Chamber of Commerce announced that the July 4th parade and all organized festivities are canceled, due to concerns about the rising number of COVID-19 cases in North Idaho.

Kootenai County sees another jump in cases

Kootenai County saw its second-largest single-day jump in coronavirus cases when it increased by 17 to 169 on Thursday.

Idaho extends Stage 4

Gov. Brad Little announced today Idaho will transition to a regional response to COVID-19, and the state did not meet metrics to move out of the final stage of the Idaho Rebounds plan.

Disney changing Splash Mountain, ride tied to Jim Crow film

The Splash Mountain ride at Disney parks in California and Florida is being recast

AP Week in Pictures, Europe and Africa

JUNE 19 - 25, 2020

US health officials estimate 20M Americans have had virus

U.S. officials estimate that 20 million Americans have been infected with the coronavirus since it first arrived in the United States, with millions never knowing they had it

'The noose was real' - NASCAR releases photo from Talladega

NASCAR has released a photo it says shows that a noose was indeed found in Bubba Wallace’s garage stall at Talladega Superspeedway in Alabama

Sheriffs object to Washington's COVID mask mandate

At least two sheriff’s in Washington are objecting to Gov. Jay Inslee’s statewide mandate for people to wear masks in public to slow the spread of coronavirus

Man runs 218 miles to virus-stricken ‘Nana’s’ nursing home

Cappelloni’s “Run for Ruth” has raised more than $24,000

Justice Department: Helicopter hounded trail building crew

The U.S. Department of Justice says a low-flying helicopter harassed a work crew building a public trail on an easement crossing private land that connects the popular tourist destinations of Redfish Lake and Stanley in central Idaho

Russia opens polls for vote on extending Putin’s rule

Proposed amendments include a change in the Russian Constitution

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Local high school football schedules, with COVID-19 — and elk — in mind

This coming year’s high school sports schedules might as well be done in pencil, rather than pen.

Heroes describe rescue of helicopter crash victims

Men who rescued helicopter crash victims: ‘We just did what a human being would do’

Masks still on Gov’s mind, likely not in mandate

Gov. Brad Little said, while he is a huge advocate for Idahoans to wear masks during the COVID-19 pandemic, he is reluctant to go as far as to issue an order requiring people to wear the protective gear in public.

To wear, or not to wear

Reaction mixed to Washington state’s new mask directive that begins Friday

LEGION BASEBALL: Northern Lakes claims sweep with walkoff

RATHDRUM — Jack McDonald hit a two-run single to left field to put Northern Lakes ahead for good in a 5-4 win over the North Idaho Lakers in the first game of a Single-A Legion baseball doubleheader on Wednesay at Gorton Field at Lakeland High.

BOWLING: Greater Coeur d’Alene Association sets meeting

The Greater Coeur d’Alene Bowling Associaton will hold its annual meeting on July 11 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Lake City Center, located at 1916 Lakewood Drive in Coeur d’Alene.

Crowds tear down statues, attack Wisconsin state senator

Early Wednesday, police in riot gear worked to clear a crowd of about 100 people that remained in the area

A holiday and a staycation

Chamber pushes forward with Festival at the Park celebration

Museum seeks board members

COEUR d’ALENE — The Museum of North Idaho is accepting applications for its board.

Newport resident arrested on animal cruelty charges

NEWPORT — A Newport woman has been charged with several counts of animal cruelty after Pend Oreille County Sheriff’s Office deputies discovered more than four dozen dogs and three cats living in squalid conditions.

A spring fishing tale from Montucky

Our guide Sancho carefully drew a map in the air with his index finger, uttering words that cause fly anglers to scratch their chins with a measure of dignity, before scratching themselves.

Premier Health Partners opens

Premier Health Partners has opened at 1450 Northwest Boulevard, Suite 104

BLM urges fire awareness during outdoor activities

The Bureau of Land Management is asking for help to stop wildfires before they happen.

Movers and Shakers

Jenkins earns Play Therapy Credential

Be careful of hidden interest rates

Be careful before taking out store credit cards

Catch and release record cutthroat caught on North Fork of CDA River

A Coeur d’Alene angler landed the latest Westslope cutthroat trout catch and release record earlier this month on the North Fork of the Coeur d’Alene River.

Calls to defund, demilitarize police thorny

Police serve several functions in a healthy society. Some are community-based. Some, protective. Others more assertive.

RECORDS

JUDGMENTS

Legals for June, 25 2020

Higher ed institutions prepare for in-person instruction

Each institution must develop plans to meet standards for reopening

Mexico quake toll rises to 7; hundreds of homes damaged

Churches, bridges and highways also suffered damage

Man dies in shooting

POST FALLS — A man died after a shooting Tuesday night in Post Falls, and another was arrested in connection with the incident.

Tucson police chief offers resignation after man’s death

Case emerges as Americans around the country protest police brutality

Kootenai County sees biggest one-day jump in coronavirus cases

By BILL BULEY

Idaho unemployment numbers trigger rare extended benefits

So many Idaho workers lost jobs so quickly this year due to the coronavirus pandemic that an unemployment extended benefits program will go into effect that was last used during the Great Recession in 2009

Bear knocks woman to ground near Yellowstone's Old Faithful

Yellowstone National Park administrators say a woman was knocked to the ground by a grizzly bear and suffered minor injuries as she was hiking near Old Faithful geyser

Kosovo president, 9 others indicted on war crimes charges

Other charges include enforced disappearance, persecution and torture

Monsanto to pay $95M over PCB pollution in Washington state

The agrochemical giant Monsanto has agreed to pay Washington state $95 million to settle a lawsuit that blamed it for pervasive pollution from PCBs — toxic industrial chemicals that have accumulated in plants, fish and people around the globe for decades

‘Coming back and biting us’: US sees virus make a comeback

Stock market slides sharply Wednesday as the virus’s resurgence clouded investors’ hopes for a relatively quick economic turnaround

Crowds tear down statues, attack Wisconsin state senator

Early Wednesday, police in riot gear worked to clear a crowd of about 100 people that remained in the area

IMF downgrades outlook for global economy in face of virus

WASHINGTON — The International Monetary Fund has sharply lowered its forecast for global growth this year because it envisions far more severe economic damage from the coronavirus than it did just two months ago.

China tames new outbreak but elsewhere virus cases surge

China on Wednesday reported 12 cases, down from 22 the day before. Beijing reported seven new cases, down from 13.

Planned Parenthood sues over loud protests by church group

Planned Parenthood of Greater Washington and North Idaho is suing a group of anti-abortion protesters who lead frequent religious services outside the health care provider’s Spokane clinic

White House wins ruling on health care price disclosure

The Trump administration has won a court ruling upholding its plan to require insurers and hospitals to disclose the actual prices for common tests and procedures in a bid to promote competition and push down costs

Florida transfer Nembhard chooses Zags

Guard will sit out in 2020-21, then have two seasons of eligibility remaining

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Even more good news for Gonzaga

There’s no shortage of things to talk about today, so we ought to get straight to it.

LEGION BASEBALL: Lums tie one, drop one

COEUR d’ALENE — A long, hot day for the Coeur d’Alene Lumbermen ended with a tie and a loss on Tuesday at Coeur d’Alene High’s Ted Page Field.

IEPGA Pro-Am results June 22, 2020

INLAND EMPIRE PGA

Farewell to Idaho Veneer

Family-run Post Falls company closing after 67 years

Black Lives Matter protesters, and those with flags, square off at McEuen Park over recent police incidents

COEUR d’ALENE — In the middle of the crowd, as two groups looked toward each other and occasionally exchanged shouts and glares, Amanda Longpre stood with her daughters Tuesday at McEuen Park.

Two heroes rescue two from helicopter crash near Rathdrum

A pair of hero bystanders prevented disaster late Tuesday afternoon after rescuing two survivors of a helicopter crash near Rathdrum.

A ‘virtual’ half-marathon

Resort in bloom

Summer is coming to the playground of the Inland Northwest

Idaho state police in Panhandle join ranks of motorcycle police

Todd McDevitt is earning his wings.

A different kind of Democrat

Soto seeks First Congressional District seat

Youth sports June 24, 2020

BASKETBALL

Athlete of the Week: Jaret Taylor, Northern Lakes Mountaineers

Jaret Taylor

Northwest Notes June 24, 2020

L-C State’s Henze named Frontier Conference Athletic Director of the Year

Robert D. Tysdal, 79

On Thursday, June 18, 2020, Robert D. Tysdal, 79, passed away peacefully in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. Bob was born Aug. 17, 1940, in Lewistown, Mont., to Lloyd F. and Helen M. (Brown) Tysdal. He lived in several Oregon and Montana towns growing up and graduated high school in Dillon, Mont.

Idaho WIC makes annual adjustment to income guidelines

Idaho’s Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children will implement new income guidelines effective July 1, 2020, that raise household income eligibility limits to help offset cost of living increases. This review and adjustment happens annually.

Sheriff’s Blotter

Notable calls for the day!

Coronavirus cases rise by five in Kootenai County

The number of coronavirus cases in Kootenai County reached 133 on Tuesday, up five from Monday.

Thank-you dinner this Sunday for armed resistance

A private thank-you dinner is being held Sunday at the Kootenai County Fairgrounds for those who participated during the Coeur d’Alene’s armed resistance from early June, as well as for the businesses they claim to protect.

Judge’s ruling helps Reclaim Idaho’s education initiative

A federal judge ruled on Tuesday that Reclaim Idaho, in its push to expand funding for education statewide, can have more time to gather signatures for a November ballot initiative.

Tax Aide has reopened

Free Tax Return preparation offered by AARP Tax-Aide is reopening to serve our community until July15. This program serves taxpayers of all ages with low to moderate income. Tax-Aide will abide by current CDC guidelines to keep our clients and volunteers safe during this challenging time. These guidelines include the following requirements:

Statues, brands today; books tomorrow?

It’s almost impossible to keep up with the changes taking place in society right now.

COUNTY: Tracking the tracts

Believe it or not, the county has a plan.

SHERIFF: The race ahead

I’m no fan of any of the candidates who are still in the sheriff’s race. We have Justin Nagel, a libertarian with, to my knowledge, has no previous law enforcement training. We have Bob Norris, the Republican nominee, who seems to be a union guy as well as having somewhat of a sketchy background, that his supporters seem to ignore. And Mike Bauer (the person I will be voting for) but admittedly someone who seemingly has popped out of nowhere and is now going to run, spend money, and campaign all the way to November.

OPINIONS: All are welcome

Your opinion page on June 12 was great. Present a wide range of opinions, not all of which we can agree upon.

PROGRESS: Too little, too late?

How pathetic.

ANTIFA: Wary of support

Responding to ANTIFA: Breaking it down. Janet Callen is my friend. We are 180 degrees opposite politically, but there are other issues where we agree, so we get along amicably, and do not talk politics.

POLICE: What goes around…

I had to laugh while reading the article on “What would defunding police look like in Kootenai County.” Thirty or so years ago I worked uniform patrol in another area. We would occasionally wryly comment to each other that we were “social workers in uniforms.” That was during the previous case of the “blue meanie” hiccup, which was an outgrowth of the “anti-government/war” pandemic of the late 1960s and early 1970s.

JUNETEENTH: The Black factor

I am a supporter of the Juneteenth National holiday initiative, but what troubles me is that mainstream media’s celebration of Junteenth has failed to mention that 360,222 Union soldiers died of all means unimaginable to end slavery for the good of the nation. Parenthetically, 40,000 of those Union soldiers were Black.

SHERIFF: Bauer shows up

In response to June 19 opinion comments: SHERIFF: Earning his way.

NOISE: Hearing is believing

I would like to underscore Mr. Hatter’s letter regarding the lack of enforcement of the Noise Ordinance. Just when one starts to reflect on the beauty of our peaceful town, some testosterone-powered vehicle roars through one’s reverie. This can happen at all hours of the day. Please visit downtown Coeur d’Alene but bring ear plugs. And, what about the speed limit?

RECORDS

JUDGMENTS

Legals for June, 24 2020

It’s beautiful (and muddy) off the beaten path

We’ve always enjoyed vacationing in our own “backyard” along with everyone who’s fortunate to live in this little corner of paradise. Especially in 2020, when even regional getaways are more of a challenge, am I appreciating how much access we have to lakes, rivers, mountains that are all vacation-worthy.

Helicopter crashes near Rathdrum

RATHDRUM — Two people were hurt in a helicopter crash near Highway 41 and Wyoming Avenue.

No charges in NASCAR noose incident involving Black driver

The noose found hanging in Bubba Wallace’s garage stall at Talladega Superspeedway had been there since at least last October

Police seek sexual assault suspect

PRIEST RIVER — Bonner County police have asked the public to help identify and locate a sexual assault suspect.

Judge rules in favor of education funding ballot initiative

Idaho officials must decide by Friday afternoon whether to put an education funding initiative on the November ballot or allow more time for electronic signature gathering

Washington issues statewide facial covering requirement

A statewide public health order is requiring people in Washington state to wear facial coverings in most indoor and outdoor public settings

Court: Montana family owns dinosaur fossils worth millions

An appeals court has ruled dinosaur fossils worth millions of dollars unearthed on an eastern Montana ranch belong to the owners of the land's surface rights

Fauci says 'it will be when not if' for a COVID-19 vaccine

The government’s top infectious disease expert has told a House committee he believes “it will be when and not if” there will be a COVID-19 vaccine

Sausage, onion and iguana: Dead reptile found in pizza joint

File it under pizza toppings only offered in Florida

A side-by-side look at police reform bills in Congress

As congressional lawmakers work toward one of the most ambitious policing overhauls in decades, there is increasing division between Republicans and Democrats about how to accomplish a common goal

The stay-at-home dad The honesty of a preschooler

The honesty of a preschooler

Father’s Day

By BILL BULEY

Building Family with Shtinky Puddin’, Earl and Mooch

I didn’t grow up watching sports with Dad.

FAST FIVE
Nick Madsen: Lovin’ the library life

Meet Nick Madsen, the emerging technology librarian for the Community Library Network. He provides the experience and you provide the curiosity that will lead you to success with technology, now and in the future. Nick started working at the Hayden Library in 2006 and has held his current position since 2018. Going to school online and in the classroom, Nick graduated from North Idaho College with his associate degree, Lewis-Clark State College-Coeur d’Alene with his bachelor’s and University of Kentucky with a Master of Science in library science. Nick has been recognized by the Idaho Afterschool Network, the Coeur d’Alene School District and the Hayden Chamber of Commerce for his work with the community.

Corona weddings: COVID-19‘s impact on wedding season

This year, October is the new August.

‘Da 5 Bloods’ a captivating and timely Spike Lee Joint

Fresh off the Oscar-winning “BlacKkKlansman,” director Spike Lee returns with the fiery and urgent war film, “Da 5 Bloods.”

Finally, summer is here

Weather going forward expected to be hot and dry in place of the wet and cold

‘Beyond commendable’

Post Falls HS grad receives praise, more for giving up free new car

Tuesday protest calling for Cd’A PD defunding, demilitarization

Demonstrators will assemble this afternoon to call for the defunding and demilitarization of the Coeur d’Alene Police Department.

Behind bars

Kootenai County Jail Museum opens for summer tours

RECORDS

JUDGMENTS

Chip Shots June 23, 2020

• HOLES IN ONE

Cd’A busts out the lumber for sweep

POST FALLS — On a day that finally felt like summer, the Coeur d’Alene Lumbermen brought their hot bats to Post Falls, pounding out 40 runs and 24 hits in a 17-2, 23-5 sweep of the Prairie Cardinals in Class AA American Legion baseball at Post Falls High School.

Gas price increases slow down

COEUR d’ALENE — After more than a month of skyrocketing gas prices, drivers were finally able to catch their breath this week.

Albert ‘Abe’ L. Lenker, 91

1928 — 2020

Cd’A squashes rumors of smaller police footprint this Fourth

At Monday afternoon’s City Council meeting, Coeur d’Alene council members Dan Gookin and Christie Wood broke from the agenda and brought rumors to the attention of the council.

VP ticket to include a woman

When times are uncertain, leadership is paramount.

Cd’A man charged with domestic battery

A Coeur d’Alene man who police said threw a bookshelf at his girlfriend was released from jail after being arrested last week on a warrant.

County balances preliminary budget but more work needed in upcoming weeks

Kootenai County is shooting for a zero percent property tax increase in the coming

No headline

Free virtual career goals workshops

Legals for June, 23 2020

Tim Terry Rogstad, 64

Tim Terry Rogstad, 64, passed away on June 15, 2020, at the North Idaho Hospice Schneidmiller House, in Coeur d’Alene. He was born June 20, 1955, in Spirit Lake, Idaho, to Ken and Doryne Rogstad.

Mourners pay respects to Rayshard Brooks at Ebenezer viewing

Shooting happened against the backdrop of nationwide protests

EU urges China to move on trade, back off in Hong Kong

Concerns raised about a disinformation campaign by China linked to the coronavirus

Medicare data: Blacks likelier to be hospitalized for COVID

Advanced kidney disease was by far the biggest risk factor, the study found

Seattle will move to dismantle protest zone, mayor says

A shooting Sunday night was the second in less than 48 hours at the edge of the zone

English town mourns victims of suspected terror attack

Media outlets named the alleged attacker as Khairi Saadallah, a Libyan asylum-seeker living in Reading

Montana sees 21st virus death, dozens of new cases reported

Total cases are 734. Thirteen people hospitalized and 550 have recovered

PHD: Coronavirus cases double in five weeks

Up to 128 in Kootenai County

California bans state-paid travel to Idaho over new laws

Attorney General Xavier Becerra has added Idaho to a list of 11 other states where state-funded travel isn’t allowed because he determined that they violate a California law

Supreme Court sides with Legislature and State Board of Education in lawsuit from state superintendent

BOISE — The Idaho Supreme Court has sided with the Legislature and the State Board of Education in a budget tug-of-war with state superintendent Sherri Ybarra.

Idaho sees sharp increase in coronavirus cases

Idaho is experiencing a sharp increase in confirmed coronavirus cases, with 544 new cases reported in a five-day span

Idaho state primary has highest recorded turnout in decades

The 2020 Idaho primary has resulted in the state’s highest voter turnout in decades in an election conducted entirely though mail-in voting for the first time

Support flips after police added to Georgia hate crimes bill

Opposition to hate crimes legislation in Georgia is building from people previously in favor of it after Republicans in the state Senate added police as a protected class

NASCAR rallies around Wallace as FBI investigates noose

The FBI is investigating the discovery of a noose found in the Talladega Superspeedway garage stall of Bubba Wallace

Former investment firm CEO sentenced for defrauding clients

The former head of an Idaho investment firm has been sentenced to five years in federal prison for wire fraud after prosecutors said he over-billed clients by more than $9 million

Teen shot in Seattle protest zone declines police interview

For the second time in less than 48 hours, there was a shooting in Seattle’s “occupied” protest zone

HREI Juneteenth panel examines race, inequality, and what we have in common

Speak up, educate yourself — and others — and reach out a hand.

Warmer, drier summer season lies ahead

Our first day of “astronomical” summer, the summer solstice, began on June 20 at 2:44 p.m. That was the day when the sun angle was the highest in the sky across the Northern Hemisphere.

Nick Maniscalco hopes to bike across America as he battles back from near-fatal crash

Nick Maniscalco hopes to bike across U.S. as he fights back from near-fatal crash

Two Kootenai County CAP cadets ready to continue service

Kootenai County Civil Air Patrol cadets Erika Gallus and Carolyn Jackson are off on their next big adventure — serving the United States.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Roth, Zags planning — and adjusting — for a season of uncertainty

“A number of American colleges and universities have decided to bring students back to campus this fall, believing they can diminish the risk of coronavirus transmission if everyone wears masks, uses hand sanitizer and social distances.

Signing photos June 22, 2020

Northwest Notes June 22, 2020

Cougs add Jakimovski

Senior Meals

Lake City Center

Warrants

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

Better Business Bureau: COVID-19 contact tracing scams

It’s alarming to imagine a call stating you were exposed to COVID-19. Anyone who receives such an alert would understandably provide the caller with whatever information they requested if it meant preserving their health. But what if you just gave your personal information to a stranger, not a health official? It’s happening, and it’s making work harder for those trying to slow the spread of coronavirus.

Legals for June, 22 2020

No arrests in shooting in Seattle protest zone that killed 1

SEATTLE (AP) — Seattle police on Sunday pursued their investigation into a weekend shooting in a park in the city’s protest zone that killed a 19-year-old man and critically injured another person. No arrests had been made.

Report: Yellowstone National Park supported 7K jobs in 2019

Tourist spending in and around Yellowstone National Park supported about 7,000 jobs in 2019, according to a National Park Service report released this week.

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: They call him JP ... Joe Partington has touched many, many lives over a career spanning more than five decades as a teacher, coach, father figure, friend and mentor

An excerpt from a sports column in The Press on May 25, 2004, containing memories from the previous weekend’s state track meets in Boise:

North Idaho ‘Backs the Blue’

COEUR d’ALENE — Eric Mescher retired after 40 years as a law enforcement officer. So when he hears and sees that law officers are being chastised, that people are calling for police to be defunded, “it hurts. It hurts here,” he said Saturday, tapping his chest.

‘Honorably retired’

More than 300 flags turned in for retirement ceremony

Hooked on fishing

Annual derby reels in kids and adults

MOMENTS, MEMORIES and MADNESS with STEVE CAMERON: In my ‘arrest’, all bets were off

If I were a betting man…

‘Home of the Whopper’ to open on Ramsey Road

Lean Kitchen Co. opens June 29 StretchLab opens in The Northern complex Post Falls Nissan joins CdA Nissan Now the Tidbits

LEGION BASEBALL: Lums post soggy sweep of Cannons

COEUR d’ALENE — Jackson Scherr hit a three-run double in a nine-run fourth inning and finished with four RBIs, and the Coeur d’Alene Lumbermen rallied to beat the Spokane Cannons 18U 10-5 in the first game of a nonleague doubleheader at Thorco Field.

Lakeland product Palaniuk seventh at Bassmaster tourney

MUSKOGEE, Okla. — Brandon Palaniuk of Rathdrum, the former Lakeland High and North Idaho College wrestler, finished seventh Saturday at the Bassmaster Central Open on the Arkansas River.

Milestone Announcements

EDUCATION

Bud and Michele Chesnut

ELAINE CERNY: MY GARDEN PATH — We made it to summer!

Saturday marked the first day of summer, also known as the longest day of the year. With a little luck, time can slow down now and we can enjoy it.

OPINION: HARVEY MACKAY — Lessons from the animal world

“I’m starving, and it’s Dave’s fault,” a manager complained to his assistant.

OUR GEM: Heavy metals in our watershed

The headwaters of the Coeur d’Alene Basin are essential to the success of mining, timber, agriculture, and hydropower industries. Mining activities along the South Fork of the Coeur d’Alene River have a significant influence on basin watershed conditions and on the welfare of its inhabitants.

Helen Barclay, 100

Helen Barclay was born April 26, 1920, in Tacoma, Wash., to Harry Eugene and Viva Emmons. She passed away on June 2, 2020, in Mercer Island, Wash.

Ronald E. Allen, 90

Ronald E. Allen passed away June 6, 2020, in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.

Arthur W. Veale, 66

Aug. 6, 1953 — June 2, 2020

What Dad really wants is you

Scanning lists of last-minute ideas for a great Father’s Day gift brought only a frown instead.

POEM: Dedicated to Jeff Cheeseborough Family

It will always hurt,

POLICE: Defunding is wrong approach

It appears that critical thinking is becoming a lost art. The best evidence of this is the apparent inability of the latest crop of demonstrators to reason through what it would mean to their lives, personal safety, and indeed their ability to express their dissenting opinions if law enforcement were removed from the equation.

BIDEN: No, not a fan

In my lifetime, we have had 13 presidents of the United States. I voted for or against all of them. All of these candidates, though having different philosophies, seemed to be sincere and honest. Unfortunately, that has now changed.

REBUTTAL: You assume too much

Joan Zaluska, rarely have I read a more judgmental and ignorant letter to the editor, and it moved me to write.

SYD: A historical gem

I enjoy all of Syd Albright’s History Corner. The history in Sunday’s Press about the Acadians’ 400-year journey to the Cajun bayous of Louisiana was something I have never read before or even knew about. Thanks, Syd, for teaching us all.

COLLEGE: Paving way to pain

What is allowed at college becomes normalized in mainstream society. This axiom is being demonstrated in Seattle as Antifa is allowed to steal the Constitutional Rule of Law from their fellow Americans. This is a symptom of a far more dangerous pandemic than COVID-19.

STORE: Now that I like

Thank you Fred Meyer. I didn’t go to a store for more than two months this spring, family shopped for me. I started doing my own shopping about three weeks ago, going at 7:30 at night, wiping my cart and always wearing a mask.

Inslee to require masks in Yakima County as virus cases spike

YAKIMA, Wash. (AP) — Gov. Jay Inslee will issue a proclamation ordering Yakima County residents to wear masks while in public places in an effort to halt the spike of coronavirus cases there.

Documents: Cell phone pings helped find children’s bodies

BOISE (AP) — Authorities used cell phone information from the now-deceased uncle of two missing Idaho children to find the youths’ bodies on a rural property earlier this month, according to court documents.

FROM THE AP: Crowd readies for Trump Tulsa rally

Supporters of President Donald Trump were filling streets Saturday around the Tulsa stadium where the president will hold his first rally in months, ready to welcome him back to the campaign trail despite warnings from health officials about the coronavirus.

Bags containing human remains found on Seattle beach

SEATTLE (AP) — Several bags containing human remains have been found on a beach in West Seattle.

Shooting in Seattle protest zone leaves 1 dead, 1 injured

SEATTLE — A pre-dawn shooting in a park in Seattle’s protest zone killed a 19-year-old man and critically injured another person, authorities said Saturday.

Layoffs climb in Washington aviation industry amid pandemic

SEATTLE (AP) — Job losses in Washington’s aviation sector are climbing as the coronavirus pandemic continues.

Spokane man arrested at Oregon truck stop on suspicion of kidnapping

PORTLAND (AP) — A Spokane man was arrested at an Oregon truck stop after reportedly holding a woman against her will and assaulting her while traveling from California, deputies say.

Easing of COVID-19 restrictions in King County approved

SEATTLE (AP) — Washington state’s most populous county has been approved to move into Phase 2 of reopening from Gov. Jay Inslee’s coronavirus restrictions.

What would defunding police look like in Kootenai County?

For the past three weeks, our national discussion has traversed the difficult terrains of racism and police brutality, unpacking tangential issues like hiring practices within law enforcement, people of color in the judicial system and the inequity of bail.

Granting opportunities throughout the community

Coeur d’Alene Rotary distributes $30,000 to local causes

Be a pen pal, brighten a child’s day

Library invites local kids to send drawings, letters to kids of Navajo Nation

CDA man charged with shooting 41-year-old to death in midtown

Daniel Stinson was charged with murder Thursday in the April shooting death of 41-year-old Noah Y. Peterson in midtown.

THE FRONT ROW WITH JASON ELLIOTT: Patty Stewart was ‘the backbone of the athletic department’ at NIC

Earlier this week, Patty Stewart received a smile during an ordinary stop at Costco in Coeur d’Alene.

NJCAA pushes back start of wrestling season

NIC’s first matches will be in January, with nationals in April

LEGION BASEBALL: Highs, lows for Northern Lakes at tourney

MISSOULA, Mont. — The Northern Lakes class A American Legion baseball club experienced a potential season-changing comeback victory on Friday at the Missoula Mavericks Memorial Tournament.

NIC Board of Trustees to consider president’s contract

The contract for North Idaho College President Rick MacLennan will be considered for approval by the NIC Board of Trustees on Wednesday.

Corona cases climb

The number of coronavirus cases in Kootenai County reached 115 on Friday.

RECORDS

JUDGMENTS

A call for single-term elective service

By JEFF CONNAWAY

John M. Peterson, 67

John Michael Peterson was born on Oct. 1, 1952, in Ulysses, Kan., to Donald and Laura Peterson. He went home to be with our Lord peacefully at his home in Blanchard, Idaho, on June 13, 2020.

Sheriff’s Blotter

Notable calls for the day!

James Edwin Grow, 88

On March 11, 2020, Jim left this life quietly and peacefully, just as he had lived.

City gets sneak peak into soon-to-open Atlas park

The sounds of summer were undeniable along the Spokane River Friday, compelling Bill Greenwood to slightly raise his voice over the crash of the waves at his feet.

Beware … wolf traps in Idaho on public lands

LAY OF THE LAND:

No ‘Bayview Daze’ for first time in 3 decades

Chamber says it will be back; other North Idaho towns push ahead with Fourth of July plans

Jeff Cheeseborough, ministry and Father’s Day

June 21 is Father’s Day, which is a celebration of fatherhood, paternal bonds, and the influence of fathers in society. Many will hear a sermon regarding fathers but if you would rather see a sermon instead of listening, here is the life of Jeff Cheeseborough.

Writers Competition Awards to Stream June 26

COEUR d’ALENE — The awards ceremony for the 2020 Julie Meier Writers Competition at the Coeur d’Alene Public Library, will live stream on the library’s main Facebook page — www.facebook.com/CDALibrary — at 6 p.m. Friday.

Tax group calls attention to meetings

COEUR d’ALENE — The North West Property Owners Alliance is requesting citizens show up at Kootenai County budget hearings scheduled through September.

Legals for June, 20 2020

The Latest: Protesters pull down Confederate monument in NC

Thousands of people gathered at a rally and march Friday in Seattle’s Central District

Easing of COVID-19 restrictions in King County approved

As of Friday three of Washington’s 39 counties are in Phase 1

Trump crowd grows, clashes with protesters ahead of rally

Oklahoma Supreme Court on Friday rejected a request to require everyone attending Trump’s rally to wear a face mask

Brazil tops 1 million cases as coronavirus spreads inland

Official data show a downward trend of the virus in Brazil’s north

Juneteenth takes on new meaning amid push for racial justice

Americans of all backgrounds were marching, holding sit-ins or taking part in car caravan protests.

Deaths prompt Alaska officials to remove 'Into the Wild' bus

An abandoned city bus used as a shelter in the Alaska backcountry near Alaska's Denali National Park has been removed as a safety precaution

Trump administration supports Idaho transgender sports ban

The Trump administration is supporting Idaho's recently passed law banning transgender women from competing in women’s sports, the first such law in the nation

Nursing homes represent more than 1 in 4 COVID-19 deaths

Nursing homes residents account for nearly 1 in 10 of all the coronavirus cases in the United States and more than a quarter of the deaths

Idaho: Throw out education funding ballot initiative lawsuit

State officials say a lawsuit seeking more time to collect signatures for an education funding ballot initiative should be thrown out

Kelly Amos named Timberlake High football coach — again

Timberlake High has been a successful football program for a good two decades, and many of its coaches have been there for much of that run.

Better to give than receive

Post Falls graduate hands over key to new Trax right after winning it at Knudtsen Chevrolet

They’ll rise again

Businesses, building at 200 block of North Fourth finding new life after fire

Homicide charges for Stinson wait on CDA judge’s decision

Public defenders have asked a Coeur d’Alene court to deny a request to add murder to the charges faced by Daniel Stinson who is accused of killing a man in midtown in April and leading police on a high-speed chase.

NCAA penalizes Idaho men’s hoops program

Punishment, for violations under previous coaching staff, includes probation, fines

Initial unemployment claims keep trending down

First-time claims show 8-percent drop from previous week

Rathdrum on to better days

Chamber of Commerce sees growth and good times ahead

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Get used to the new sound of sports

It was brutal.

LEGION BASEBALL: Smith, Thompson, Childers, Karns lead Lums to sweep

COEUR d’ALENE — Riley Smith’s two-run homer in the second inning triggered a comeback, and the Coeur d’Alene Lumbermen went on to beat the Spokane Crew 19U 7-5 in the first game of a nonleague American Legion doubleheader Thursday night at Thorco Field.

One dead in North Fork boating accident

KINGSTON — An elderly Silver Valley man drowned Thursday afternoon after his boat capsized during a fishing trip.

MASKS: Consideration needed

Regarding Kaye Thornbrough’s story of June 4, celebrating the re-opening of downtown and the “protesters.” The article was accompanied by a photo of a business owner and a customer, about two feet apart, and mask-less!

TRAILS: Tale of the ale

Bill Buley’s front page article on the Centennial Trail was awesome and so true. Many of our fundraising events were mentioned and one more must get highlighted, our annual Ales for the Trail, as it is the North Idaho Centennial Trail Foundation’s biggest fundraiser for the year.

NOISE: Listen up, Cd’A

When is Coeur d’Alene going to stop the lip service on the downtown noise and start enforcing our Noise Ordinance? If it is not enforceable, FIX IT!

ANTIFA: Breaking it down

I have read numerous articles and letters about busloads of Antifa coming to town. Anti means against, doesn’t it? And the “fa” means Facism, doesn’t it? Therefore, “Antifa” is supposedly against Facism, am I not again right? Facism is defined as “an authoritarian and nationalistic right-wing system of government and social organization.” One synonym is Nazism. So, if Antifa is really fighting against a form of Nazism, why are they the “bad guys?” Doesn’t that mean that all these gun-packing Republicans parading around town are “pro-fa”?

DALTON: Good move, city

I wish to offer my endorsement and thanks regarding the city of Dalton Gardens’ decision to close 4th Street to through traffic, in the section where Avista gas lines are being replaced. This decision provides much improved safety for those workers in the street, for residents, and for those who would otherwise be traveling on 4th. As a bonus I understand that this closure permits work to be completed much faster.

VETERAN: A moving experience

I was at the local Winco last week, wearing a U.S. Air Force hat. A young black man approached me. He was wearing dreadlocks and a look that is unusual to see in this area. Honestly, I am a little apprehensive. I have no reason to talk to him. He walks up to me and, in the middle of the racially fueled hatred and chaos our country is experiencing, he says, “Thank you for your service, sir!”

COLOR: Only skin deep

On a limb, skin color does not matter. It’s your gray matter that matters. It’s how you conduct yourself that matters.

SHERIFF: Earning his way

I am a new resident of North Idaho, and thus new to North Idaho politics. I have a question: Why do four Republican candidates have to wage an expensive and grueling primary campaign to run for sheriff in the general election, while one Independent candidate automatically gets to run in the general election as the opponent? It seems to me that Bob Norris earned his spot on the ballot, while Mike Bauer arrived through the back door.

INMATES: Don’t forget victims

A June 7 story in the Idaho Statesman reported how the Idaho Commission on Pardons and Parole has granted more parole releases during the Coronavirus crisis. Figures reported by the newspaper show 407 paroles were granted in January and February, compared to 579 during March and April.

Words to live by

Works of Coeur d’Alene author offer valuable insight about life, trust and more

Washington COVID rate pushes local tourism

Brook Wilder said she’s seen more than her fair share of weary travelers, but none as weary as the guests she’s seen lately.

‘Goat trail’ no more

You might be a Coeur d’Alene native if … you know what Cecil Andrus meant 50 years ago today when he used the term “goat trail.”

Monday outdoor concerts return to Cd’A Library

The Coeur d’Alene Public Library’s Outdoor Summer Concert Series is returning for the season.

Weekend TV/Radio highlights

Editor’s note: Because of little live programming these days, The Press is also listing, for the time being, TV times for some past pro and college games, and other events. Listings subject to change.

Slight rise in coronavirus cases

The number of coronavirus cases in Kootenai County increased to 107 on Thursday, up four in the past two days.

The Tribe That Roared*

No one really believed they would actually do it. But, on Sept. 20, 1974, Chairwomen of the Kootenai Tribal Council Amy Trice and Doug Wheaton, community representative for the Tribe, formally notified the U.S. government that a state of war existed between the Tribe and the U.S.

EPA moves into 2020 projects after landmark 2019

The Bunker Hill Superfund Site was featured in the Environmental Protection Agency’s annual accomplishments report.

H&W issues fish advisory for anglers in Lake CDA

Jeff Smith said he doesn’t think much about whether the fish in Lake Coeur d’Alene contain toxins.

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Mexico posts record 5,662 new coronavirus cases in one day

Mexico posts record 5,662 new coronavirus cases in one day

California orders people to wear masks in most indoor spaces

Public health officer resigned last week after threats

Plane crashes at airport

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Compact fast reactor proposed at east Idaho nuclear site

A California company wants to build and operate a compact fast nuclear reactor in Idaho

The Latest: Denver officer won't be prosecuted for shooting

Denver’s district attorney says a police officer who fatally shot a black man who allegedly pulled a gun on the officer during a chase will not be prosecuted

AP Explains: US Supreme Court ruling on DACA program

The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled President Donald Trump improperly ended the program that protects immigrants brought to the country as children and allows them to legally work, effectively rescuing the roughly 650,000 people enrolled in Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: A spring season memorable for the wrong reasons

We’ve reached the time of year when sports writers like to look back and share their memories of the recently completed spring sports season.

Expanding into the future

U of I Coeur d'Alene offers new tech programs, gives first demo of educational robot

The heart of giving

Heidi Rogers, Elizabeth Montgomery honored for contributions by United Way of North Idaho

Jammin’ on the rink and in the classroom

Roller derby sisters graduate from nursing program

Firefighting families get approval from Cd’A council

The Coeur d’Alene City Council on Tuesday voted to exempt its fire department from its strict nepotism rules, allowing incoming firefighters to join the same departments as their family members.

Kootenai County Civil Air Patrol welcomes new commander

Kootenai County Civil Air Patrol welcomes new commander

Fourth of July parking revenue to go to public safety

Coeur d’Alene’s one-time hiatus from the public fireworks show this year left its funding temporarily aimless. The Coeur d’Alene City Council gave it new direction Tuesday night when it voted to dedicate those funds back to public safety.

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Post Falls City Council to hold virtual hearing on zoning proposal

Summer meals available

St. Vincent de Paul is sponsoring the summer food special program at a number of North Idaho sites.

Raymond B. Luhnow, Jr, 97

Raymond B. Luhnow, Jr., “Ray,” 97, of Post Falls, formerly of Mission Hills, Kan., died on June 6, 2020. He is now at peace with his Savior. A memorial service will be held at Garden Plaza in Post Falls when health restrictions are eased. All who knew Ray can attest to his Christ-like character; he was always cheerful and encouraging, always gentle and tactful, always thoughtful and honest and always “putting God first.”

Winter survival better for elk and mule deer

Statewide survival of mule deer fawns and elk calves was above average through the end of May, based on the results of a collared deer survey conducted by the Idaho Fish and Game.

Committees will shape how schools re-open, bridge digital divide

Gov. Brad Little announced Wednesday the formation of two new committees to create a plan for reopening public schools this fall, as well as a plan to address the “digital divide,” a term that describes the inequity between students’ access to remote learning across Idaho.

Salmon closes on Lower Salmon

The Chinook salmon fishing season on the Lower Salmon River closed Wednesday, and anglers can no longer target Chinook after June 20 on the Little Salmon River.

Ebert of Weippe named to IDFG Commish

BOISE — Gov. Brad Little announced Wednesday the appointment of Don Ebert as the Clearwater Region representative on the Idaho Fish and Game Commission.

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Ferry Canyon walleye commemorates granddad

Sometimes a big fish means more than a trophy, a great memory or an unusual story. Occasionally, such an event carries an even deeper, spiritual meaning.

A good hat is hard to find

Ron Meek and I stood on the banks of Boulder River near Big Timber and watched a jet boat the size of a Florida shrimper power up the roiling water that dumped from the Absaroka Range into the Yellowstone.

Shrelping course draws crowds to Lewiston-Clarkston valley

The Lewiston-Clarkston Valley is recognized for its proximity to a wide range of outdoor recreation.

Kodiak acquires Mandere Construction & Northwest Building Components

John Mandere, president of Mandere Construction and Northwest Building Components, and Kodiak Building Partners announced Wednesday the acquisition of both Mandere Construction and Northwest Building Components by Kodiak, as of June 1. This acquisition marks Kodiak’s 25th transaction.

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Women’s networking group connects and grows despite shutdown

“Reunited, and it feels so good!”

Juneteenth: Freedom Day gaining momentum

In 1860 just two years before the Emancipation Proclamation, Virginia’s 550,000 slaves represented a third of its entire population, according to the Virginia Museum of History & Culture. So it’s a beautiful irony that Virginia is about to become the latest state to make Juneteenth an official holiday, complete with paid time off for state employees.

The dangers of cross-collateral agreements

Many banks and credit unions utilize a tool known as cross-collateral agreements or CCAs. Most borrowers aren’t even aware of these terms they’ve actually agreed to except in the rare case where they have read and understood their lending agreements in full. It is important to know if this term is in your agreement because a CCA allows the bank or credit union to use an asset that’s collateral for an initial loan as collateral for a second loan.

Sex offender faces four felonies

A Coeur d’Alene man who police say is a noncompliant sex offender is in jail after being accused of attempting to undress an 8-year-old child.

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Nothing helped. I replaced the air filter. The spark plug. Fresh gas. A neighbor, likely feeling sorry for me one day as I worked on it in the backyard, gave me their electric mower they no longer used.

“Hate has no place here”

The premise behind Love Lives Here’s initial campaign was a simple one.

Netflix’s ‘Space Force’ finds a voice as it goes along

Though it remains atop the list of Netflix’s most watched new offerings, the Steve Carell-led comedy series, “Space Force” has garnered a mixed response from critics and audiences.

The stay-at-home dad: A hopeful end to a strange school year

A hopeful end to a strange school year

FAST FIVE Jennifer Fletcher: A voice for The Coeur d’Alene Tribe

Jennifer Fletcher: A voice for The Coeur d’Alene Tribe

Dearer than dollars: Buying art because you like it

It isn’t the dollar sign and multi-digits by the title that makes a work of art valuable.

New committees to address fall school reopening

Boise – Gov. Brad Little announced today the formation of two new committees to create a plan for reopening public schools this fall and a plan to address the “digital divide,” a term that describes the inequity between students’ access to remote learning across Idaho.

Innovia: $746K in grants

Second round of COVID funding supports causes across Inland Northwest

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Perhaps ‘the answer’ is coming, six decades later

We’re coming up on an anniversary.

Three anglers catch walleyes implanted with $1,000 tags

Three anglers catch walleyes implanted with $1,000 tags

Walk this way

Historical tours begin today

Council transfers Atlas Mill property to ignite cda

After getting clarification on some of the fine print, the Coeur d’Alene City Council voted to approve a transfer agreement on Atlas Mill property to ignite cda.

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Inland Empire PGA results: June 15, 2020

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STUDENT: Makes Idaho proud

“Support for protests in an unlikely place” was the title of an article in the Los Angeles Times op-ed section last week.

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To Katherine Nichols, from Roger Hawkes, with all respect…

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“Cervical radiculopathy is the clinical description of when a nerve root in the cervical spine becomes inflamed or damaged, resulting in a change in neurological function.” Damage to the nerve root could be caused by traumatic injury, bulging disc, degenerative disc disease or stenosis. You may have symptoms that include neck pain, stiffness and decreased range of motion. “Neurological deficits, such as numbness, altered reflexes, or weakness, may radiate anywhere from the neck into the shoulder, arm, hand or fingers.”

POLICE: Front-line support

People donate money to their church every week. I get it. But why not donate one dollar a week to local law enforcement? Now, this will offend some, but it seems to me God’s just sitting this one out. The cops are not. They are our “front line.”

ASSUMPTIONS: They’re dangerous

In reading the letters of late, I note quite a few are commending the citizenry who were protecting our fair city from possible vandalism, but there were two who drew my attention.

LABELS: They don’t apply

I admire and support the young people who ventured out to protest for BLM in Sandpoint. As a mother of three sons, it breaks my heart to imagine one of them being treated like Floyd. Fortunately, they are all white. Two open carry and one was protecting local businesses. That puts me in an awkward position!

INITIATIVE: Aims at wrong targets

Reclaim Idaho wants to put on the ballot an initiative that would bring in $170 million for K-12 education by raising Idaho’s corporate tax rate and increasing taxes on individuals making $250,000 a year or higher. Filing for an extension is a reasonable request given the circumstances.

HREI: Keep your change

In my opinion, a former president of eight years campaigned to “fundamentally change America.” He and his cohorts worked tirelessly to do just that — divide and destroy the United States of America. They were working hard on their plan. However, after eight years, a large number of Americans realized where this group was trying to take America and they said “NO!”

Kootenai County coronavirus cases top 100.

The number of coronavirus cases in Kootenai County broke the century mark as it reached 103 on Tuesday.

Tom (Thorwald) Boie, 86

Tom passed on June 9, 2020. Born in Hamburg, Germany, Tom lived in Germany until he was 19, at which time he moved to Switzerland. After learning clockwork and the optical trade, Tom left Switzerland and moved to Pennsylvania in 1959. It was there that he met his wife, Shirley. Shortly after they married in 1961, Tom and Shirley moved to Los Angeles.

More veterans facing homelessness

Vets facing eviction have options

Library to resume Saturday, evening hours

COEUR d’ALENE — The Coeur d’Alene Public Library will take another step toward normal operations June 20, by resuming Saturday hours and evening hours the following week.

AARP Foundation Tax Aide program reopening

The AARP Foundation Tax Aide program is reopening to prepare 2019 federal and Idaho state tax returns at Lake City Center and Silver Lake Mall.

American Legion Post 154 to hold flag retirement

Manuel Schneidmiller, American Legion Post 154, will conduct its annual flag retirement ceremony at 10 a.m, Saturday, June 20 in the parking lot of the Rathdrum Lions Club.

She’s just running, really

A woman out for a Monday morning run got some unexpected company — but she didn’t even break stride.

Black hits the parental bull’s-eye

Who knew a preface could say so much.

Help available for renters

Program aims to keep Idahoans in their homes

Monica Theriault, 81

Monica Theriault of Coeur d’Alene passed away peacefully, Tuesday morning, June 9, 2020, with her family by her side due to complications of glioblastoma. Monica was born in Dublin, Ireland, on Feb. 8, 1939. She moved to Toronto, Canada, with her family as a teenager in 1957. It was in Toronto that she met and married her husband, Theo Theriault, in 1959. The couple moved to Southern California in 1960 and raised three sons in Oxnard. She moved to Coeur d’Alene in 2015.

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Kootenai County magistrate judge applicants named

The following attorneys have filed applications with the Idaho Supreme Court to be considered for the two new Kootenai County Magistrate positions.

TIMES ARE TOUGH, YOU JUST HAVE TO SMILE

There’s a couple of surefire ways to divide family and fracture friendships, one being discussion of anything political and the other being the topic of face masks. If you don’t wear a face mask whenever you leave the house you’re shamed for being selfish and responsible for spreading coronavirus and potential death to everyone else. If you do wear a mask at all times when you leave your house you’re mocked as a sheeple, blindly following the somewhat contridictory advice of the CDC and WHO. Well, this column will not contribute to the debate.

Robert Edward Hayes, 70

Aug. 17, 1949 — May 31, 2020

Be joyful in ‘the new normal’ this summer

Women Creating Success Conference is Aug. 21

SrA Connor Ralls, USAF

On Saturday, Dec. 28, 2019, Connor Alexander Ralls, 25, passed away at the age of 25. A celebration of life service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 20, 2020, at Real Life Ministries, 610 N. Fourth St. in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.

OUR TOWN: A place of tolerance

We are proud to be part of the Coeur d’Alene community, especially at this moment. When our nation was rocked by the appalling event in Minneapolis, every citizen was horrified and many decided to protest. Unfortunately, rioters, looters and thugs infiltrated peaceful demonstrations in every part of the country — every part, that is, EXCEPT North Idaho.

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Even though the weather is not cooperating with warm sunny days and lovely summertime evenings, we are starting to see the arrival of the full portfolio of dry rosé wines. It is tough to get in the mood for drinking these lovely crisp and refreshing pink wines when the temps are in the 50s and every weekend seems to feature ample rainfall, but this too shall pass. So here is the lineup of our favorites for summer.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — HOLLY CARLING: WWeighing on our mind: Healthy weight

It seems that the majority of people in the United States, and perhaps the world, to more or less degrees, have the same thing weighing on their minds — their weight. I rarely find anyone happy with their weight. Most want to lose weight, while others need to gain it.

TRUMP: Check his priorities

With three years of White House tweets and blatant GOP voter suppression, we need to remember history. We need to go back only 79 years. What was the United States fighting to destroy in World War II (and also World War I)? For those who don’t know because of lack of education or are in support of fascists (Nazis), it was to destroy an ideology of the “pure (white) race” who felt they were given permission by their god to kill and suppress people because they weren’t white or didn’t agree with their evil.

ANTIFA: Peaceful protesters?

I have to respectfully disagree on some points with Geri Hagler’s letter about the Antifa Organization. They are anything but an organization that are involved in “peaceful protests.” While they purport to be against fascism, they engage in protest tactics like digital activism, militancy involving property damage, physical violence and harassment. If you study the tactics of fascists during World War II, Antifa’s tactics come right out of their playbook.

MEDIA: Dial down the hate

We need to take a reality check. This Black Lives Matter affair has gone WAY too far. The political left of this country, which includes the national news media, is so consumed with hatred for the president they have lost any perspective they may have had, and are so completely devoid of objectivity I honestly believe they should have to register as a political party or at the very least a Political Action Committee. They are not journalists.

CARTOON: Healing with smiles

I have been in law enforcement as a practitioner, educator, trainer, and consultant, since 1971. I can’t thank you enough for the Friday cartoon that showed a black man and cop agreeing that people shouldn’t stereotype or blame a group for the actions of a few. I suspect everyone who is or has been in law enforcement and black citizens too, feel the same way. What a great way to start the healing process.

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NYPD says officers were not poisoned at Shake Shack

New York City police have determined there was no criminality by Shake Shack employees after three officers drank milkshakes that might have been accidentally tainted with a cleanser

Idaho prosecutors seek death penalty for shooting suspect

Boise County prosecutors are seeking the death penalty against an Idaho man accused of fatally shooting an 11-year-old boy

Chief: Seattle protest area is not a police-free zone

Seattle Police Chief Carmen Best says officers will go into an area being occupied by protesters if there are threats to public safety

Canada, US extend border restrictions to July 21.

Canada and the US have agreed to extend their agreement to keep their border closed to non-essential travel to July 21 during the coronavirus pandemic

A Ram for a rescue

Man helps save teen, but truck damaged in speeding down rough road to call 911

Idaho in running for battery plant

KORE Power facility to create thousands of jobs in community chosen for manufacturing plant

What dreams are made of

Coeur d’Alene sisters participate in IDeal’s Draw Your Dream contest

Idaho High Court overturns conviction in CDA rape case

A conviction was vacated last week against a Kootenai County man who was sentenced to a suspended 10-year prison term in a rape case.

Working poor in Idaho on the rise

Updated United Way website provides help for those hit by COVID-19

Northern Lakes sweeps doubleheader at Silver Valley

Lums-Cardinals postponed

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Couple sues county over armed eviction

Accuse deputies of threats before kicking them off the property

Post Falls seeks subdivision comments

Green Meadows proposed to be built east of Greensferry, north of Killdeer

Rep. Paul Amador appointed to K-12 standards committee

Coeur d’Alene Rep. Paul Amador has been appointed to the Idaho Legislative K-12 Academic Standards Interim Committee.

GU pitchers sign free-agent deals with Cardinals organization

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Casualties of runaway social media

Author Uyless Black is prolific — how does 42 books and hundreds of essays posted on blog.UylessBlack.com sound? — but he owns a depth of perception that goes far beyond data communications networks, the internet and other technical areas he mastered in a long and fascinating career.

Two missions, one key role: National Guard

Is it the uniform? There’s just something about watching National Guardsmen doing the Macarena. You can’t help but smile.

Iconic classic cars stolen, recovered

MULLAN — Two of the Silver Valley’s most iconic classic cars were stolen then recovered Saturday morning after a lengthy chase.

Deputies revive man

HAYDEN — Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office deputies revived a man found unconscious Sunday.

Lorraine McGregor, 79

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First COVID death in North Idaho

North Idaho has experienced its first death related to COVID-19.

Man dies in crash

A Spirit Lake man died Sunday evening in a single car crash on Highway 54 near Red Dell Loop Road.

Cd’A considers opening fire department to families

Alex Capaul knows something about fighting with his family.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: When these guys came to the plate, you paid attention

These are the questions I love.

Post Falls Museum, staffed by volunteers, opens for season

Museum, staffed by volunteers, opens for season

Signing photos June 15, 2020

LEGION BASEBALL: Northern Lakes hangs on to win opener over Cd’A

COEUR d’ALENE — Tristan Clift drove in three runs and the Northern Lakes Mountaineers won their season opener Sunday, surviving a late rally by the Coeur d’Alene Lumbermen for an 8-7 victory in class A North Idaho League play at Coeur d’Alene High’s Ted Page Field.

Cruise for ospreys on July 11

Tour scheduled for Saturday, July 11

Derecho winds cause problems in the Midwest

Last week, very strong winds moved through the central portions of the country, knocking out power and causing some widespread damage.

Senior Meals

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Accuracy still unknown for many coronavirus tests rushed out

By MATTHEW PERRONE

Schools debate whether to detail positive tests for athletes

By STEVE MEGARGEE

Seattle is a young city with a long history of protests

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Pandemic leads to bicycle boom, and shortage, around world

Fitness junkies locked out of gyms, commuters fearful of public transit, and families going stir crazy inside their homes during the coronavirus pandemic have created a boom in bicycle sales unseen in decades.

Coming together for CASA

Fun run gives people a chance to outrun law officers for a good cause

New Bakery by the Lake location opens

Jitterz Espresso opens in Hayden The Cosmetic Heart expands to new location Green Mountain Construction moves offices to Fourth Street And now the Tidbits

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Adapting to a pandemic, more than four decades ago

Our neighbors in that state to the West are a little behind us as far as reopening during this COVID-19 pandemic.

Sandpoint Open gives North Idaho track and field athletes closure in coronavirus-interrupted spring sports season

SANDPOINT — A rare event took place Saturday at Sandpoint High School — a track meet.

LEGION BASEBALL: Lums complete Bozeman trip with win, loss

BOZEMAN, Mont. — The Coeur d’Alene Lumbermen class AA team scored 13 runs in its final four at-bats to rally past the Yakima Beetles 17-10 in the first of its two games on Saturday at Heroes Park.

Walter A. Miller, 91

Aug. 11, 1928 — May 25, 2020

FREE SPEECH: Defenders AWOL

It’s stunning to consider that not only has the media become an obvious proponent for one side of the political system, but now it’s actually moving away from Freedom of Speech. Consider an event that took place the other day with The New York Times (article posted in The Press Nation section on June 8).

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Setting the scene: A way to capture some memories if words are not your style

SCHOOL: It’s do, not know

Let me ask you a question. Do you think in the future most jobs will be automated? If that is the case then schools are not preparing for the future. They are only preparing us for the knowledge of the past.

SPECIAL ADVERTISING CONTENT: NEIGHBORHOOD OF THE WEEK — Play, stay and live at Dover Bay’s Estuary Forest

Get outside and enjoy the abundance of summertime activities at Dover Bay on Lake Pend Oreille. Once you’re there, you may not want to leave. If so, Dover Bay has permanent options.

More global protests emerge over racism, police actions

Far-right activists scuffled with police Saturday in London and Paris as more demonstrations in support of Black Lives Matter unfolded across Europe. In the U.S., protesters sought to call attention to a man killed by police outside an Atlanta restaurant and another man found hanging from a tree in California.

Psychic readings apparently missed future arrest

HAYDEN — A driver who had left a meeting of psychics couldn’t see quite far enough in the future to avoid being arrested Friday.

Marian E. Humphrey (Stucker)

Marian E. Humphrey (Stucker) passed away on Sunday, June 7, 2020, at home surrounded by her loving family.

OPINION: HARVEY MACKAY — Lessons from the animal world

In the Upper Midwest, a sure sign of spring and fall is when geese fly overhead, often honking loudly. I recently discovered the reason.

Jobless? OK. But hopeless? No way

Before we pummel your Sunday stomach with some painful statistics, we promise: They’ll be followed by encouragement and a potent suggestion.

PROTESTS: Tale of two cities

Seeing the front-page article about “Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America” caused me to consider what action they are demanding. The local leader said it was a coincidence of this campaign (orange ribbons on downtown trees) being immediately after the threats of violence Coeur d’Alene faced from protests. For those who thought the armed citizens downtown was an over-reaction, check “YouTube” about violence in downtown Spokane, since there was no news of it in the local paper. For those who felt protesters being bussed into our area were rumors, ask the Apple store in Spokane if it was rumors who vandalized and looted their store. Spokane is less than one hour away from us.

BLAME: Face real issues

Coming from a family of police officers, it is difficult but necessary to address the issues plaguing our nation. The horrifying footage of George Floyd’s death in Minneapolis rightfully added fuel to a fire that’s been burning for decades. However, members of the media and countless leaders continue to discredit the legitimate issues we face by participating in victim-blaming.

Jenny Marie Sheffield, 40

On May 23, 2020, Jenny Marie Sheffield’s spirit joined those she loved who journeyed before her.

HATE SPEECH: Press should apologize

To Mike Patrick,

DEVELOPMENT: Have a plan

I am not anti-growth. In fact, with well-thought-out growth we often see improvement to our communities. I understand why many from other areas would want to live in North Idaho.

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Richard and Barbara Shern

More global protests emerge over racism, police actions

Far-right activists scuffled with police Saturday in London and Paris as more demonstrations in support of Black Lives Matter unfolded across Europe. In the U.S., protesters sought to call attention to a man killed by police outside an Atlanta restaurant and another man found hanging from a tree in California.

Plow crews begin plowing snow drift in Glacier National Park

KALISPELL, Mont. (AP) — Glacier National Park plow crews reached Logan Pass on Friday and have started clearing the Big Drift, an area in northern Montana where massive amounts of winter snow blanket a scenic highway, officials said.

Idaho community mourns after remains of two kids found

By REBECCA BOONE

4th Asian giant hornet found in Washington

BELLINGHAM, Wash. (AP) — A fourth Asian giant hornet has been found in northwest Washington.

Reports: Amazon under scrutiny by California, Washington

NEW YORK (AP) — State officials in California and Washington are reviewing Amazon’s business practices to determine whether the company is violating any laws with respect to the independent merchants that sell goods on its site, according to published reports.

North Idaho College’s Workforce Training Center offers opportunities for employees, employers post-COVID

Just as a forest fire makes way for new life, an economic crisis — or a global pandemic — forces societies to re-examine, re-evaluate and find new paths forward.

Tom and Harriet Dillon have been volunteers with Meals on Wheels for 19 years

Tom and Harriet Dillon have been volunteers with Meals on Wheels for 19 years

Sheriff is just grand

Ben Wolfinger to lead Coeur d’Alene Fourth of July parade

Figpickels awarded Future of Shopping Small Grant

Future of Shopping Small Grant

Hearing delayed again for woman charged in infant’s death

COEUR d’ALENE — The preliminary hearing for a Rathdrum woman accused of killing her infant son and cutting the child open with a box cutter was delayed for a second time Friday as public defenders said they had not seen some of the evidence in the possession of prosecutors or police.

THE FRONT ROW WITH JASON ELLIOTT: Lums’ Landen Thompson setting his sights on the Naval skies

When it came to Landen Thompson’s plans following high school, he was a little unsure of his path.

LEGION BASEBALL: Lums drop two on Bozeman trip

BOZEMAN, Mont. — The Coeur d’Alene Lumbermen took a one-run lead into the top of the sixth inning of their first game on Friday.

Northwest Notes June 13, 2020

Northwest League postpones

Shirley Ann Hadley Ely, 88

Shirley Ann Hadley Ely of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, was born on June 19, 1931, in Eugene, Ore., to Clausen and Martha Hadley. On June 5, 2020, at the age of 88, Shirley passed on to meet her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

Pastors call for community forum

Would like to help law enforcement outline key issues raised in protests

People gather, shops shut to back Black Lives Matter strike

Hundreds are gathering and marching in the rain and some businesses have temporarily closed in response to Black Lives Matter Seattle-King County’s call for a statewide general strike on Friday

More reckless driving at Higgens Point

Sheriff: Emphasis patrols planned for area

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Kid’s Parade set for July 3

The Coeur d’Alene Recreation Department annual Kid’s Parade begins the Fourth of July celebration in Coeur d’Alene.

Space still available for Fourth of July Parade

Those looking to take part in this year’s Fourth of July Parade and Festival in the Park have one more week to turn in their applications.

James Kendall Armitage, 83

James “Jim” Kendall Armitage, husband, father, papa and friend, passed away at the age of 83. Jim was born on July 7, 1936, to Maurice Armitage and Grace Armitage (Halverson) in Glenns Ferry, Idaho.

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Idaho Medicaid expansion numbers continue to rise

About 80,000 Idaho residents through early June have signed up for Medicaid under the state’s voter-approved expanded coverage

New York governor signs police accountability legislation

New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo has signed into law a sweeping package of police accountability measures that received new backing following protests of George Floyd's killing

Brave little camper

Boy with cystic fibrosis gets new RV through Make-A-Wish Foundation

‘Albi’ steps down

Until the coronavirus pandemic hit the U.S. earlier this year, Roy Albertson figured he still had a few more years of coaching football ahead of him.

Taking it to the Streets…INO on-the-GO

Opera Gram, Opera Truck to Embark This Summer

Bringing back the black robed regiment

Dan Fisher is a 61-year-old pastor from Edmond, Okla., who has become a student of American history and in particular regarding our founders and shapers of America from the Revolution through the Constitution. Dan and his wife, Pam, have been in North Idaho the past week giving their presentation on pastors during the early 18th century in America and were nick-named “the black-robed regiment.” My wife, Jane, and I were fortunate to hear Dan’s presentation at church on Sunday and then meet up with he and Pam for a couple hours over coffee. Here is a summary of the questions we asked Dan about what he has learned from his studies of the revolutionary period.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: No room for objectivity if you’re a Gooner

The rules are befuddling.

LEGION BASEBALL: Conces helps Lums notch first victory

BOZEMAN, Mont. — Quinn Conces delivered a two-run single in the second inning to open the scoring, and the Coeur d’Alene Lumbermen class AA team went on to post its first victory of the season, a 4-1 triumph over the Bozeman Bucks on Thursday night.

Northwest Notes June 12, 2020

WSU student-athletes begin phased-in voluntary return Monday

And we’re back!

Coeur d’Alene Arts and Culture Alliance announces summer concerts, events

Mom’s thoughts on Californians

My mother, Eva, who will turn 95 this month in a Coeur d’Alene care facility, bristles when locals get uppity about Californians, particularly incoming ones.

GUNS: Locals protecting Cd’A

I have read those many LTE that some of our (how do I say this — less conservative members of our North Idaho society) that seem to have reservations about some of their neighbors exercising their Second Amendment rights in downtown Coeur d’Alene. Nothing happened this last week in downtown Coeur d’Alene except a few armed people and peaceful demonstrators got together and shared their concerns.

OPINION: ROD GRAMER — Education in the age of COVID-19

It seems that our students cannot get a break.

Don’t like way property taxes soar? Here’s what to do

Steve Matheson, we salute you.

Jeffrey Lee Cheeseborough, 64

Jeffrey Lee Cheeseborough, 64

GUNS: Stops bad people

Dear Sir, you may have a certain amount of expertise in whatever field you earned your Ph.D., but you Sir are no student of history, firearms, federal law or the Second Amendment.

David ‘Dave’ Benedict, 71

My dad, David “Dave” O. Benedict, 71, passed away unexpectedly at his home in Coeur d’Alene, on March 24, 2020. Originally from Milwaukee, Wis., Dad grew up surrounded by family, and I like to think that when he arrived at his eternal home he was finally reunited with some of his favorite people.

Bad behavior: Drivers know it’s wrong, but many do it anyway

New research shows crash-involved drivers admit to risky driving behaviors

New schools on time to open in September

Treaty Rock in Post Falls, NExA in Coeur d’Alene close to completion

PROTEST: Conditions don’t exist in Idaho

In Idaho, we don’t have an issue with police brutality.

AMERICANS: Fascist or anti-fascist?

If you are not a fascist, you are anti-fascist. Anti-fa means anti-fascist. It is a belief system that fascism is wrong. Anti-fa believers are peacefully protesting against systemic racism. They are not the ones carrying the guns. Anti-fascists are for equal rights under the law, fair treatment for all Americans. They are acknowledging that black lives matter.

ABORTION: Sad to read doctor’s letter

In response to Dr. Jon Cutting’s letter on abortion.

PATRIOTS: Let police protect us

To the Armed citizens who heard a rumor and acted on impulse not fact, decided they would turn our town into a vigilantes infested community,

Corona cases remain low in Kootenai County

COEUR d’ALENE — The number of coronavirus cases in Kootenai County has reached 94, up from 80 cases a week ago.

BIRDS: Humans causing extinction

The Press carried a news article on Saturday that related how the Trump administration is scaling back laws that protect wild birds that were passed by Congress in 1918. More than 1,000 species are covered under the law.

Golf is tough. In any language

Report 11: “Talk English Hossette”

Melanie Ann Black, 75

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Steve Darwin Anselmo, 70

Steve Darwin Anselmo, 70, of Coeur d’Alene, passed away, May 30, 2020. He was the second son of Harold and Barbara (Harp) Anselmo. For most of his life, he helped work the family ranch in Priest River. He also worked in the logging industry. He was an avid hunter and outdoorsman, enjoying trips to the high country with his 4-wheeler.

TRUMP: Lack of compassion

Trump’s tyrannical response to the tragedy of George Floyd’s death shows his usual lack of compassion and caring and, rather, his encouragement of hatred and race divisions, conflict and confrontation. He is an embarrassment as a world leader and a disappointment as a human being. We need moral leadership in our country, not barely coherent ramblings and photo op posturing.

Democrats condemn Liberate America as ‘undemocratic and damaging’

The Kootenai County Democrats have condemned Saturday’s Liberate America, saying in a statement it poses a danger to the community while marking the moment as a call to action in opposition to the right-wing event.

Movie Times

Hayden Discount Cinema

ARMED: No one was intimidated by guns

I’m responding to the two letters that appeared in Sunday’s paper about Sherman Avenue.

A lesson for the rest of the country

In reading the letters to the editor, it occurred to me that the farther away from a situation, the more of an expert a person becomes. I saw where several citizens were alarmed and frightened with the display of weapons recently in our town. I was there two nights this week and saw firsthand what the reactions of citizens were.

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Missing boys found

The FBI has located two boys who have been missing since late May.

Idaho makes stage four... just barely

The last remnants of Gov. Brad Little’s stay-home order will soon be lifted after he announced the fourth and final phase of his Rebound Idaho plan will begin Saturday.

Protesters turn spot near police precinct into festive scene

Following days of violent confrontations with protesters, police in Seattle have largely withdrawn from an area of the Capitol Hill neighborhood that has been transformed into a festival-like scene featuring murals, street merchants and a rotating group of public speakers

The Latest: Push in Boston to rename historic sites

Statues and historic sites in Boston that are seen as symbols of oppression are being targeted for change

Police want to return to precinct shut amid protests

Seattle Police say they are looking to reopen a precinct in the city’ Capitol Hill neighborhood that was shuttered during ongoing George Floyd protests

1.5 million more laid-off workers seek unemployment benefits

About 1.5 million laid-off workers applied for U.S. unemployment benefits last week, evidence that many Americans are still losing their jobs even as the economy appears to be slowly recovering with more businesses partially reopening

Fresh, fun and friendly

Businesses joined farmer’s market on Wednesday nights in downtown Coeur d’Alene

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: A chance meeting, a friendship blossomed and an opportunity to play baseball again for Kolden

Like many baseball fans, Kodie Kolden liked to make annual trips to spring training.

Entering stage 4

Idaho continues to open and step toward the ‘new normal’

‘Benji’s Bus’

Wishing Star Foundation oversees project to benefit boy

NORTHWEST NOTES: June 11, 2020

Gonzaga to face Texas Tech

Inland Empire PGA results

INLAND EMPIRE PGA

James Vaughn Crump, 62

James “Jim” Vaughn Crump, died peacefully at his home surrounded by his family on June 7, 2020, at 62 years of age. After a hard battle with cancer, he went home to the loving arms of Jesus.

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Could active listening defragment us?

“Listening moves us closer, it helps us become more whole, more healthy, more holy. Not listening creates fragmentation, and fragmentation is the root of all suffering.”

$330,000 donated to Heroes fund

More than $330,000 has been donated to the Health Care Heroes fund, and more than 5,000 homemade cloth masks.

Pend Oreille kokanee numbers leap into the record books

Lake Pend Oreille may be in the flush of a bonus kokanee fishery.

Honor your flag and its history

Flag Day is celebrated in the United States on June 14 every year. At the seasonal Middlebrook (New Jersey) encampment of the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War, on June 14, our new flag was hoisted in 1777, which became the tradition of flag day. By resolution passed on that date in 1777, the Second Continental Congress commemorated the adoption of the flag of the United States. President Woodrow Wilson (1856-1924), our 28th president in case you missed it in history class, issued a proclamation in 1916 that officially established June 14 as Flag Day. Though not an official holiday, National Flag Day was established by Act of Congress in 1949.

Piping hot pastries, had-made are the perfect summer morning food

hand-made, are the perfect summer morning food

No IDFG fishing events for Saturday’s free fishing day

Anglers can fish for free Saturday in Idaho, but once-staple Idaho Fish and Game hosted events have been canceled.

Another record tiger trout caught in Deer Creek Reservoir

A tiger trout caught at Deer Creek reservoir by Mark Randolph of Ahsahka is the latest Idaho catch-and-release record for the hybrid species.

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Are consumers getting the short end of the stick?

It seems there are many things consumers are paying for these days that they aren’t and may never see the benefit of. Another bill that consumers are expected to pay and not get the service for is their cable or streaming TV services with sports content.

Flag retirement ceremony on Saturday

Manuel Schneidmiller, American Legion Post 154, will conduct its annual Flag Retirement Ceremony at 10 a.m., Saturday, in the parking lot of the Rathdrum Lions Club. He said they have about 100 flags to retire.

Fire fighters use $1,500 grant to promote safety

The Kootenai County chapter of the International Association of Fire Fighters is pushing for greater fire safety education, and the organization is using new funding to help its mission.

Road closures in Panhandle forest set to begin this week

Forest Service road closures in the Panhandle including the Coeur d’Alene River Ranger District begin this week.

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