A vision for the future
Community Resource EnVision Center explores a bold new option for bringing the community together By Ben OlsonReader Staff Katie Begalke has a vision and it’s one that aligns perfectly with her work as the...
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Origins of a misnomer
By Ben OlsonReader Staff I’ve written several times in these pages about the strange proclivity Sandpointians have of saying “Third Street Pier” instead of the actual name, “Third Avenue Pier.” Like using the grammatically...
POAC kicks off Performing Arts Season with Luca Stricagnoli concert
By Ben OlsonReader Staff The Pend Oreille Arts Council recently announced the lineup for its 2026 Performing Arts Season. The monthslong series kicks off with a special concert with acoustic rock innovator and fingerstyle...
Green Bay closed for day use
By Soncirey MitchellReader Staff Effective earlier this summer, the beach and surrounding area at Green Bay are indefinitely closed to day-use traffic in an effort to limit overcrowding at the popular recreation spot. The...
The most local of days
By Ben OlsonReader Staff It was a banner day at the Sandcreek Regatta on Sept. 12. The sun was shining, most of the handmade boats floated and a new winner was crowned. The festivities...
9/11: 25 years later
A look at one of America’s most trying days, by the numbers By Ben OlsonReader Staff Of all the numbers that mean something to the United States, perhaps 9/11 is the one that leaves us...
Last reminder to build boats for the Sand Creek Regatta
By Ben OlsonReader Staff The annual Sand Creek Regatta has set this year’s date for Saturday, Sept. 12, giving those wishing to enter the beloved local event a deadline to finish their boats. The...
Tidal changes of the inland sea
By Ben OlsonReader Staff When a billy goat or ram is castrated, it’s known as a wether. Because they are sans family jewels, they have less testosterone, making them less aggressive and easier to...
What your license plate says about you
By Ben OlsonReader Staff Idaho’s license plates have changed many times over the years. Since 1928, the standard phrase on plates has been “Famous Potatoes,” and the default design is the red, white and...
54th season of Montana Shakespeare in the Parks returns to Sandpoint
Performances include Ado About Nothing and The Merchant of Venice By Ben OlsonReader Staff The annual return of the beloved Montana Shakespeare in the Parks troupe continues to stand as one of the best...
