The un-wokeness of Christian nationalism
By Paul Graves
Reader Contributor
Sometimes, ignorance breeds irony. Irony comes from a Greek word, eirôneia, which means “feigned ignorance.“
One such example may be the “woke” cultural phenomenon. …
Category: Opinion
Opinion
It takes a lot of work to relax
By Ben Olson
Reader Staff
It takes a lot of work to relax.
When I was in my 20s, packing for a camping trip or a weekend away was a …
Emily Articulated: A daughter’s seasons
By Emily Erickson
Reader Columnist
This article talks about addiction and death. Take care and pass by if you need to.
Reflecting on a life of loving someone who struggled …
A few thoughts… …On Memorial Day weekend
By Sandy Compton
Reader Columnist
Memorial Day weekend is passed. Soggy campers weathered the weather, and cemeteries sprouted flags and flowers in remembrance of loved ones.
Twenty-eight years ago last …
Forest Service Chloride Gold Project illustrates the value of collaboration
By Liz Johnson-Gebhardt and Mike Petersen
Reader Contributors
The management of our national forest lands isn’t without its controversies, but a cooperative effort of the Idaho Panhandle National Forest (IPNF) …
Nice work if you can get it…
By Zach Hagadone
Reader Staff
One of the best parts of being a journalist — especially being a journalist for a really long time — is that you end up …
A few thoughts … on a plane to Hawaii
By Sandy Compton
Reader Columnist
Just so you know, even if there’s nobody on the ocean to experience the waves, the waves are there. From 30,000 feet, whitecaps are still …
The Lumberjill: Who knew we’d be talking so much about sex at libraries
By Jen Jackson Quintano
Reader Columnist
Once upon a time, I was a librarian. I came for the books — words are my jam, after all — but I stayed …
What real courage looks like
By Ben Olson
Reader Staff
When Bonner General Health announced in March that it would cease labor and delivery services, citing the “legal and political climate” of Idaho as a …
Dist. 1 Sen. Scott Herndon continues with dirty tricks as BCRCC chairman
By Tony McDermott
Reader Contributor
Having read on the front page of the Bonner County Daily Bee (April 24) that the Bonner County Republican Central Committee, chaired by Sen. Scott …
Letters
- Vote…! Dear Editor, After thinking about the primary outcome for awhile now I think I’ve figured it out. I know why Scotchman Peak failed. The answer is comprised of two parts: 1) Less than 48 percent of the registered voters showed up at the polls; and, 2) The usual suspects were among ...
- Smokestacks Misleading… Dear Editor, Twin smokestacks belching black smoke. “DOWNWIND” and “poison air” in the brightest red ink the Reader can lay down. An ominous black arrow pointing at Sandpoint. The message in the anonymous ad on the back cover of the May 24 issue is clear and grim, but lacking in facts. ...
- We Applaud Military Vets… Dear Editor, Replying to the “Regarding SPORTS” letter dated 5-4-2018 by USAF retiree Brent Bidus, the SPORTS Group would like to thank this veteran for his service to the country. Military careerists and decorated war veterans are the greatest of all for their service to the nation, whereby liberals, moderates, and ...
- A Sad Result… Dear Editor, For me, the sad result of folks voting against the preservation of the unique Scotchmans Peak area makes me wonder if the proud legacy of Idahoans as conservationists has ended. Whereas people were once willing to sit down and discuss issues regarding keeping these treasures landscapes as they are, ...
- Help me to Understand… Dear Editor, I was shocked when I saw the voting results on the proposal to designate Scotchman Peaks a wilderness area in Idaho. How could a majority of my voting peers in Bonner County vote against an issue I thought was a “no brainer?” Who could possibly be opposed to preserving ...
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Special Report
TIMBER WARS: Six-part series, February-November 2022.
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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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Community Calendars
Coming up this week! Don’t miss Festivus, Skiing with Santa, Hogwire, 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.
