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'Sail-a-Palooza' celebrates therapeutic sailing

Jon Totten has been a professional sailor for over 20 years, and as he worked on boats in different parts of the world, he discovered the healing power of sailing.

Idaho downwinders diagnosed with cancer could qualify for compensation

Individuals diagnosed with certain cancers and who lived in Idaho for at least a year between January 1951 and November 1962, or all of July 1962 may be eligible for compensation of $100,000 under the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act.

Idaho teacher goes from FFA student to national ambassador

Idaho teacher Anthony Jefferies was selected by the national Future Farmers of America organization as one of 88 people from 37 states to serve as a national teacher ambassador for the 2026-2027 school year.

SEPT NIBJ: The challenges of rural healthcare: Transfers, specialists and emergency care

For residents in Boundary and Bonner counties, access to emergency healthcare can be slim. Boundary County Hospital in Bonners Ferry and Bonner General Health in Sandpoint serve as the sole hospitals for each community. For that reason, rural healthcare presents a unique set of challenges.

'When in doubt take the safe route': SPOT promotes alternatives to drinking and driving

A lakeside mural on the back of a SPOT bus encourages North Idaho residents to "choose a safe ride" after a night out drinking. The artwork was funded through a grant from the Idaho State Liquor Division awarded to Selkirks Pend Oreille Transit and the North Idaho DUI Task Force.

LPOSD implements strengths program

Some Lake Pend Oreille School District students will take the StrengthsFinder assessment when they begin school this fall. "StrengthsFinder is a 30-minute assessment that helps identify an individual's natural talents and their patterns for thinking, behaving, and feeling," said Sandpoint High School counselor Janay Moore.

LPOSD refutes statutory grievance claims

In a response to a statutory grievance filed over the relocation of the Lake Pend Oreille High School, Lake Pend Oreille School District officials refuted claims Tuesday made in the 30-page document calling them inaccurate.

LPOSD's Career Technical Education Center nears completion

The Lake Pend Oreille School District’s Career Technical Education Center is almost finished and will open its doors to students when school starts in the fall.

Musician seeks to raise money for Bonner Community Food Bank

Community members are invited to watch Camden Morris, a Nashville-based musician, perform at the Blue Heron Cafe on Saturday, Aug. 8 from 6 to 9pm. Although the event is free, a suggested donation will be available at the door, with all proceeds going toward the Bonner Community Food Bank.

Group seeks to recall Ruehle, Grimm

Sandpoint residents have taken the first step in an effort to recall Sandpoint Mayor Jeremy Grimm and Sandpoint council president Deb Ruehle over a controversial decision to implement paid parking in downtown Sandpoint. Certified petitioners were advised Friday, July 24, that they could begin efforts to recall Grimm and Ruehle from their elected positions within the city, according to a letter approved by Bonner County Clerk Michael Rosedale.

Sculptor honors Clark Fork community with monument

Sparks spray as Austin Casson melds metal to metal, drapes steel sheets, and plasters cement atop the framework of what will soon be a 12-foot sculpture honoring the Clark Fork community that rallied together in 2024 to find a lost girl in the midst of a storm.

Sandpoint City Council discusses next steps to ban data centers

Seeking to dispel concerns that city officials are encouraging the development of data centers in Sandpoint, Councilor Pam Duquette told those attending the July 15 council meeting that her goal is the opposite and would prohibit data centers in the city.

Veterans event to connect community with resources

Area veterans are invited to the Sandpoint Veterans of Foreign Wars post on Thursday, July 16, to help connect them with Veterans Affairs resources and services. The free event is open to veterans, their families, and community members.

Peace Run thanks Sandpoint for warm welcome

Summer Nutrition Program keeps kids fed when school is out

The United States Department of Agriculture's Summer Nutrition Programs for Kids (SUN) provides nutrient-dense meals to children in the community during the summer.

Community members protest recent parking changes

On July 1, the day the city's new parking program went into effect, community members gathered at the Church Street city lot to protest the implementation of paid parking.

Business group shares parking plan concerns

Upcoming parking changes were the focus of a meeting between local business owners and representatives and city officials on Tuesday at the Marigold Bistro. Attendees asked questions and raised concerns about the plan, which takes effect today, July 1.