Mad About Science
By Brenden Bobby
Reader Columnist
Earth is old — more than 4.5 billion years old. As far as we know, life has been clinging to Earth in its various forms …
Category: Mad About Science
Mad About Science: Baby chicks
By Brenden Bobby
Reader Columnist
One springtime activity that’s in full swing is the rearing of baby chicks. We covered ducklings a few weeks ago, which present many of the …
Mad About Science: Fusion
By Brenden Bobby
Reader Columnist
You know that guy (Brenden) who refers to nuclear fusion as an energy source at parties to try and sound smart (Brenden), but no one …
Mad About Science: Ducklings
By Brenden Bobby
Reader Columnist
That’s right, everyone: It’s officially the most wonderful time of the year! Eat your heart out, Mr. Claus. Baby bird season is upon us.
Aside …
Mad About Science: The Internet
By Brenden Bobby
Reader Staff
If you’re reading this, you’re probably familiar with the frustration involved with a slow internet connection. Fiber optic networks are still being actively developed in …
Mad About Science: Septic tanks and sewer systems
By Brenden Bobby
Reader Staff
Have you ever wondered what happens after you flush your toilet? Where does it all go, and how are we not waist-deep in sewage right …
Mad About Science: Dog Training
By Lyndsie Kiebert
Reader Staff
There are endless opinions out there regarding how to train dogs into being attentive and obedient companions, and not everyone is going to agree on …
Mad About Science: Stock exchange
By Brenden Bobby
Reader Columnist
“The economy” is a term that gets thrown around a lot in the political arena, as well as public Facebook arguments, but what exactly does …
Mad About Science
By Brenden Bobby
Reader Columnist
Spring is fast approaching, though it seemed like winter was barely ever here; famous last words, as a massive snowstorm strikes on the day of …
Mad About Science
By Brenden Bobby
Reader Columnist
Have you ever washed your hands and stopped to wonder what makes soap so special? How does this slippery bar of soap sitting in a …
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Special Report
TIMBER WARS: Six-part series, February-November 2022.
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WHERE ARE THE WORKERS?: Five-part series, September-October 2021.
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THE AMERICAN REDOUBT: Seven-part series, November-December 2017.
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STANDOFF AT RUBY RIDGE: 25 Years Later. Five-part series, August-September 2017.
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Coming up this week! Don’t miss Science fun, the Backcountry Film Festival, Insanity Fab, and more! See the full list of events in the Community Calendars:
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Sandpoint in Pictures
Filmmaker Jimmy Matlosz of the Idaho Film Company has made a series of mini documentaries about influential Sandpoint locals, including the late Dann Hall and Erik Daarstad as well as icons Diane Michaels and Dan Shook. He is currently working on a series of interviews connected to the history of the Panida Theater. Jimmy is a 30-year veteran filmmaker who’s work can be seen at dpmatlosz.com.
