Category: Community Happenings
By Ben Olson Reader Staff The coronavirus has affected just about every aspect of daily life here in North Idaho, but one organization is holding strong. The Sandpoint Area Seniors, Inc., which has provided...
By Ben Olson Reader Staff One of the biggest struggles right now during the coronavirus pandemic is making sure those in need continue to have those needs met. The Bonner Community Food Center is...
By Ben Olson Reader Staff Don Carter has seen a lot change in Sandpoint in the 42 years he’s worked as the chief building inspector for the city. He’s gone through 14 mayors and...
By Lyndsie Kiebert Reader Staff It’s never so apparent how much the local economy relies on people’s social nature until it becomes necessary to remain isolated. Restaurants, small shops, artists and service workers are...
By Lyndsie Kiebert Reader Staff Whether live music, dancing, parades or spoon carving float your boat, Sandpoint has something for lovers and loners alike this Valentine’s Day. All events are scheduled for Friday, Feb....
By Ben Olson Reader Staff The annual Winter Carnival spans from Feb. 14-23, featuring a bevy of events, including everything from parades to parties. Here’s an edited schedule of events for the first week....
By Jodi Rawson Reader Contributor It may be just another cold Wednesday in Sandpoint, but in the basement of the Gardenia Center it is feast day — for some, a celebration. Free hot soup...
By Zach Hagadone Reader Staff Rare are the communities that are lucky enough to have a citizen like Steve Lockwood. He and his wife, Molly O’Reilly, seemed to be everywhere, always — involved to...
By Lyndsie Kiebert Reader Staff When it comes to finding a monumental way to help your neighbors, all it takes is a spark. In the case of Firewood Rescue, that spark was Paul Krames....
By Lyndsie Kiebert Reader Staff For years, the Memorial Community Center in East Hope hosted the Hope Farmers’ Market on its lawn. The weekly event was one of lakeside summer serenity — that is,...