Front lines in the war on poverty:
By Cameron Rasmusson Reader Staff Editor’s note: This is the third article in a series on poverty in Bonner County. It was made possible in part by a grant from the Idaho Media Initiative...
Author: Ben Olson
Ski Swap:
By Ben Olson Reader Staff For many outdoor enthusiasts who call North Idaho home, the annual Ski Swap sponsored by Schweitzer Alpine Racing School (SARS) is the kickoff to every winter season. A tradition...
Assistance for those who need it
By Jack Dyck Reader Contributor Are you experiencing challenges and hardship in your life? Does your child need a winter coat? Does Mom need help with paying her power bill? Where can I can go for...
On being a veteran
By Captain Bill Collier Reader Contributor VJ day was my second birthday. World War Two had ended. The evil Japanese Empire, Italian Fascists and German Nazis were defeated. Every Fourth of July, Flag Day...
Sports consignment store opens in Sandpoint
By Ben Olson Reader Staff Don’t you wish the Ski Swap lasted year round? Well, there’s a new sporting goods consignment shop opening in downtown Sandpoint that might make that wish a reality. Storm...
Sandpoint Lions Club seeking donations for Toys for Tots
By Ben Olson Reader Staff The Sandpoint Lions Club will be accepting applications for the annual Toys for Tots fundraiser. The Lions said they will accept food and toys starting Monday, Nov. 16. Members...
Study finds bridge infrastructure in poor condition
By Cameron Rasmusson Reader Staff Aging infrastructure could be putting rail shipping lines at risk for hazardous spills, according to a new study. Out of 250 railway bridges examined in the study, 114 showed...
Schweitzer hopeful for November opening
By Cameron Rasmusson Reader Staff If you’ve been eyeing Schweitzer snowfall reports lately, you’re not alone. Fortunately, signs are looking good for a November opening if favorable weather conditions hold up. According to resort...
What’s Happening Up North economic summit recap
By Kate McAlister Reader Contributor If you attended the Economic Summit last week you certainly walked away with a head full of facts and a positive outlook on how Bonner and Boundary Counties are...
Bordering on Complete Sanity: Shuttered
By Sandy Compton Reader Columnist Once upon a time, my brother F.K. arranged a hike into a mountain lake, which several others fell victim to. Fishing King Compton would—and still will—do anything to catch...
