CAROLINE LOBSINGER
I grew up in the Tri-Cities, Wash., and have always loved to write. I attended the University of Washington, where I earned a double major in journalism and political science, with an area of emphasis in history.
I am the fifth out of six kids — don't believe any of the stories that my siblings tell. To be able to tell others stories and take photos for a living is a dream come true — and I considered myself blessed to be a community journalist.
When I am not working, I enjoy spending time with family and friends, hiking and spending time outdoors, genealogy, reading, and watching the UW Huskies and the Seattle Seahawks.
I am a servant to my cat, Frankie, who yes, will eat anything and everything in sight … even wedding cookies.
Recent Stories
Idaho governor talks education funding, property taxes in Priest River
School funding, taxes and the economy dominated concerns as Idaho Gov. Brad Little brought a host of state officials to the North Idaho city as part of his Capital for a Day program. The Capital for a Day programs was designed to give state officials a chance to hear from communities first-hand — and to give residents a chance to speak to those same officials in person.
Idaho department working to protect osprey nest
Nest located in area of Highway 200 construction
Crews working on a highway construction project in the city of Kootenai will be keeping a close eye on a nearby osprey nest, Idaho Transportation Department officials said.
Selkirk: Fire started in building
A Monday fire that destroyed two homes and a pair of outbuildings appears to have started in one of the buildings. The investigation, initially handled by the Idaho Department of Lands, determined the fire originated in one of the structures and spread to the wildland. After the initial investigation, Selkirk Fire became the lead agency.
Sagle fire destroys two homes
Two outbuildings also lost in Monday blaze
Two homes were among a handful of buildings destroyed in a Monday afternoon fire in the Sagle area, according to Selkirk Fire officials.
Competency hearing set in Sandpoint arson case
A competency hearing has been scheduled in the case of a Bonner County woman charged with setting a July 4 arson fire that destroyed the Army Surplus store.
Sandpoint's mystery skeleton gets a new home
Little was known about "Bones," the nickname Eagles members bestowed upon the skeleton used in past initiation rituals, a common practice among fraternal organizations. Some rumors suggested that the skeleton was real. Some thought it was fake. Some thought the organization might have acquired it through a former member who was a doctor. Still others wondered if the bones were from a former Chinese resident from Hope.
Meyer to stand trial in arson case
After a delay prompted by a refusal to appear on video, Jennifer Suzanne Meyer was ordered to stand trial on arson charges connected to a fire that destroyed the Army Surplus on July 4. Saying he found the state's request appropriate, Magistrate Judge Luke Hagelberg set a preliminary hearing for July 31 and set bond at $1 million on a charge of first-degree arson. The charge carries a sentence of up to 25 years in prison and a fine of up to $100,000.
Suspect identified in Sandpoint Army Surplus arson fire
Jennifer S. Meyer, 50, was identified as the suspect following a review of multiple hours of video before, after and during the fire at Sandpoint Army Surplus, Coon said. She was then brought in for an interview and was arrested on Tuesday.
Police: Sandpoint Army Surplus fire was arson
$5,000 reward offered in case
The fire that gutted the Army Surplus 1 store in downtown Sandpoint was intentionally set, Sandpoint Police said Monday. A $5,000 reward is being offered for information in the case.
ISP seeks info, video of fatal crash
Idaho State Police is seeking any information or camera footage in connection to a Saturday early evening crash that claimed the lives of two people. Specifically of interest to the agency is any information or video showing a dark blue Ford F-150 pickup truck that was witnessed turning westbound onto Schoolhouse Road from the northbound lane on U.S. 95 around the time of the crash, which happened just before 5 p.m. on Saturday, June 29.