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Legals for April, 25 2024

PREP ROUNDUP: Kanning scores four goals in close loss to CDA
April 24, 2024 8:30 p.m.

PREP ROUNDUP: Kanning scores four goals in close loss to CDA

Sandpoint boys lacrosse (2-7) is set to face Pocatello on Friday, Jackson Hole on Saturday, at a tournament at Montana Tech University.

Local runner turning heads and breaking records at 82
April 24, 2024 5:30 p.m.

Local runner turning heads and breaking records at 82

Believe it or not, Wright’s running journey began not so long ago in 2012.


Chamber honors Sand Creek Custom Wear
April 24, 2024 1 a.m.

Chamber honors Sand Creek Custom Wear

Company named April 'Business of the Month'

The Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce celebrated Sand Creek Custom Wear as the organization's April Business of the Month.

Bonner County Calendar - April 24, 2024
April 24, 2024 1 a.m.

Bonner County Calendar - April 24, 2024

A look at the events, activities, and meetings happening around Bonner County, from Sandpoint to Cocolalla, from Priest River to Ponderay, and from Clark Fork to Dover.

Gerald Wallace Ward, 84
April 24, 2024 1 a.m.

Gerald Wallace Ward, 84

Gerald Wallace Ward, 84, passed away on Sunday, April 21, 2024, in Kootenai, Idaho.


Long term stress can take a toll on the body
April 24, 2024 1 a.m.

Long term stress can take a toll on the body

Stress is a normal human reaction. As a matter of fact, our bodies are designed to experience stress and react to it. It is most often a positive thing, keeping us alert, motivated and able to avoid danger. But — and you knew there was going to be a “but” in this sentence — stress becomes a problem when it continues without relief.

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Klein Fragoso, Sandpoint Track & Field
April 24, 2024 1 a.m.

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Klein Fragoso, Sandpoint Track & Field

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Klein Fragoso, Sandpoint Track & Field

Locals help Kimberly Keller combat cancer
April 24, 2024 1 a.m.

Locals help Kimberly Keller combat cancer

Kimberly Keller was recently diagnosed with stage three colon cancer. To help cover expenses, her loved ones are hosting a benefit auction and dinner on June 1 for the local waitress and member of the Sandpoint Eagles.


Swayne wins $29K in attorney fees
April 24, 2024 1 a.m.

Swayne wins $29K in attorney fees

A judge has ordered North Idaho College to pay President Nick Swayne’s attorney fees after he successfully sued NIC for a copy of an investigative report that had been at the center of debate on the board of trustees.

Kid Weather - April 24, 2024
April 24, 2024 1 a.m.

Kid Weather - April 24, 2024

Today's weather forecast as drawn by Bonner County's talented young artists.

Harold Smith, 84
April 24, 2024 1 a.m.

Harold Smith, 84

Harold Woodrow Smith, aged 84, passed away on April 7, 2024, in Laughlin, Nev.


Get better sleep with these 5 tips from experts
April 24, 2024 1 a.m.

Get better sleep with these 5 tips from experts

Nearly a third of American adults don't get the recommended seven to nine hours of sleep per night. Stress and anxiety are keeping people from snoozing, as can a culture that experts say is about productivity, not rest. Experts say that you should create a buffer zone and watch what you eat before bed. They also say it's important to limit screen time before sleep.

West Bonner finalizes forensic audit findings
April 24, 2024 1 a.m.

West Bonner finalizes forensic audit findings

Trustees unanimously voted to accept the final version of a forensic audit, which cost the district $55,000. The investigation, conducted by Eide Bailly, covered five years and $21 million of financial records. It found no financial misconduct issues.

Michael Jay Williams, 71
April 24, 2024 1 a.m.

Michael Jay Williams, 71

Michael Jay Williams, 71, passed away Tuesday, April 9, 2024, in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.


Best Shot - April 24, 2024
April 24, 2024 1 a.m.

Best Shot - April 24, 2024

Great photos shared by the many talented photographers in the Bonner County community.

North Idaho adult hockey team wins USA Hockey National Championship
April 24, 2024 1 a.m.

North Idaho adult hockey team wins USA Hockey National Championship

Team members said it was a decisive and dominant victory, and that it is believed to be the first hockey national championship of its kind to be bestowed upon Sandpoint.

Making music with our friends, loved ones
April 24, 2024 1 a.m.

Making music with our friends, loved ones

Terry and I are hitting the road this week. Haven't done that in a while. Probably wouldn't be doing it now — with gas prices riding the up-elevator — except for our new-to-us Sonata gets decent mileage.


Joseph Emanual Oswald, 79
April 24, 2024 1 a.m.

Joseph Emanual Oswald, 79

Joseph Emanual Oswald, 79, passed away on Monday, April 22, 2024.

Panhandle Bike Ranch CUP approved
April 24, 2024 1 a.m.

Panhandle Bike Ranch CUP approved

The Bonner County hearing examiner has approved a conditional use permit for the applicants of the Panhandle Bike Ranch following a few days of deliberation after a nearly four-hour public hearing last Wednesday.