LAUREN REICHENBACH
I’ve spent most of my life in northeastern Washington and graduated from Eastern Washington University in 2021. After that, I spent roughly two years working for a small online newspaper in North Seattle before realizing big city living wasn’t for me. Me and my pup, Kodak, headed east, where we eventually landed in Sandpoint.
When I’m not writing, you can find me spending time exercising and taking photos. I ran two half marathons in high school and after spending the past few years recovering from various injuries, I’m hoping to complete my first full marathon by the end of the year.
I also love any outdoor activity, none of which would be complete without my dog. Kodak and I love going for walks and hikes, and I can’t wait to try to convince him to get in my kayak and spend the hot months of the year on Lake Pend Oreille. While he’s not a fan of baths, he sure does love chasing the ducks.
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Passport fairs coming to North Idaho
U.S. Representatives Russ Fulcher and Mike Simpson as well as U.S. Senators Mike Crapo and Jim Risch, in coordination with the U.S. Department of State, are hosting seven passport fairs to be held throughout the state from May 29 to June 1, the first of which will be held in Sandpoint.
Multiple plant sales happening in preparation for gardening season
Spring has sprung and residents throughout the county are getting their gardens ready for the last of the cold to leave so planting can begin.
Closed burn season starts Friday
Closed burning season starts Friday in North Idaho.
BOCC extends construction project lease
A lease extension for a construction project at the Sandpoint Airport was approved Tuesday by Bonner County commissioners following lengthy discussion on how long the extension should be. Kodiak Aircraft Company senior advisor Dave Schuck spoke with commissioners about the potential lease extension, which would provide MacGyver Aviation with roughly three more months to complete construction on Lot 32 at the airport.
Commissioners deny Cocolalla wedding venue CUP appeal
Despite overwhelming public opposition, a conditional use permit for a Cocolalla-based wedding venue was approved last month by Bonner County commissioners.
Idaho Gives raises over $4 million
Idahoans raised over $4 million in just four days in support of local small businesses and nonprofits across the state during the week of Idaho Gives.
Albeni Falls Dam spillway operations changing after defect found
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announced Thursday that the Albeni Falls Dam spillways will be modified after metal defects were detected on one of the gates.
BCEMS, Sam Owen ink agreement
A Bonner County EMS paramedic will now be stationed with the Sam Owen Fire District after the board of county commissioners approved a sublease and use agreement at Tuesday’s meeting.
Unopposed Engelhardt shares views with voters
During Monday’s candidate forum, hosted by local media and the Selkirk Association of Realtors, Engelhardt — who became the assessor roughly 10 months ago when the county’s previous assessor, Grant Dorman, stepped down for medical reasons — thanked the community for trusting him with the position and said he hopes to continue his work in the county for some time to come.
Growth, community highlight county forum
Eight candidates are seeking two Bonner County Commissioner seats this year and five of them spoke Monday during a county candidate forum on what their goals are if elected.