Briefs Aug. 16, 2011

Outdoors briefs for February 3, 2011

'State of the Lake' meeting Feb. 17

ROADKILL: Bill is common sense

The opinion page editors of the CDA Press get kudos from me for choosing to print columns such as Mike Ruskovich’s rant about a local politician’s bill to decriminalize utilizing road kill. Using ridicule as a tool is a tactic in debate with most passionate progressives.

CHALLENGE: Learn about intelligent design

A few weeks ago I wrote a My Turn to encourage local schools to teach Intelligent Design along with Evolution. Here's a challenge to all who teach science, sociology, psychology and similar programs in local middle schools, high schools and colleges. This challenge is even more critical for those who set the curricula.

Writer to speak as part of 1910 Fire programs

COEUR d'ALENE - Stephen Pyne had his baptism of fire early. A few days after graduating from high school as an 18-year-old he joined a forest fire crew at the North Rim of the Grand Canyon. He returned to work with the crew for the next 15 fire seasons.

World Briefs May 26, 2011

Life sentence for Smart kidnapper

How to have total joint replacement surgery

Everyone wants to get back to their normal activities after having total joint replacement surgery. A successful total hip, knee, or shoulder replacement can help people become more active, alleviate pain, and offer more mobility. As we anticipate another beautiful summer, anyone facing a total joint replacement surgery is no doubt hoping for a quick recovery.

Howard Dean to speak at Democrat luncheon

Former Gov. Howard Dean, progressive Democrat and onetime chairman of the Democratic National Committee, will speak at the ninth annual North Idaho Democracy Luncheon on Saturday, April 16, at the Coeur d'Alene Tribal Casino.

KENNEDY: Clarify McEuen comment

In Wednesday's newspaper The Press quoted me about the vote on McEuen Park being a tough one, and that I could lose support if I voted for the plan.

PF workshop on annexation, wastewater

POST FALLS — The Post Falls City Council will resume discussing how to change the city's annexation policy during a workshop tonight at 5.

DOCKS: Taxi service isn't appropriate

This is to protest the action taken by the Coeur d’Alene Parks and Recreation Department in regards to leasing two dock spaces on a public dock to a Private Enterprise, a Water Taxi Service.

Briefs March 5, 2010

Press columnist Patrick to receive Peace Award

COEUR d'ALENE - Peace Coeur d'Alene and Diakonia of North Idaho will honor Coeur d'Alene Press columnist Sholeh Patrick with a Peace Award at an International Women's Day Brunch at noon Sunday at the Greenbriar Inn.

These stats aren't boring

Maybe your eyes glaze over when someone opens a conversation or a chart with statistics.

North Idaho Briefs March 6, 2012

PF Council to hear urban renewal report

Keeping the pounds off

Dear Dr. Bob

Dear Dr. Bob,

COLUMN: Love thy neighbors

I’m having trouble grasping the mind-set of individuals who publicly shame others. As I read through Ron Vieselmeyer’s May 15 “My Turn,” I’m filled with sorrow.

Seminar to tackle tough topic: Death

Don't know what to say when a loved one has been diagnosed with a terminal disease? Feel awkward talking to a grieving friend?

Registration open for wolf-trapping certification courses

Trappers interested in learning more about the specifics of trapping wolves are reminded that Idaho rules require trappers to successfully complete a Wolf Trapper Certification course before they can purchase wolf trapping tags.

Bingham seeks county commission seat

Bob Bingham, founder of the North West Property Owners Alliance, announced he will seek the District 3 seat on the Kootenai County commission board currently held by fellow Republican Dan Green.

Trapper education course scheduled in Cd'A

Idaho Department of Fish and Game is now offering voluntary trapper education courses to help expand the trapping knowledge of both new and experienced trappers. The goal is to promote safe and ethical trapping, to minimize incidents of non-target catches, and to minimize impacts of trapping activity on other recreationists.