Polar Bear Plunge: the hardiest of the hardy
By Ben Olson Reader Staff It’s always been assumed that those who live in North Idaho are a hardy lot. The Polar Bear Plunge proves that and more. Each year, dozens of brave souls...
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How to read the newspaper in 2018
By Ben Olson Reader Staff If I’ve learned anything in the past three years of running this newspaper, it’s that I have so much to learn about the news industry. Given that attempts to...
Person of interest in racist CD distribution at SHS also investigated in Virginia for similar actions
By Cameron Rasmusson and Ben Olson Reader Staff Scott Rhodes, the person of interest in the distribution of racist propaganda at Sandpoint High School, has been investigated by another police department over suspicious activity, according...
The American Redoubt Series: The anatomy of a one-party state
By Ben Olson Reader Staff Editor’s Note: In last week’s political article we discussed some of the factors that contributed to a building of mistrust for the federal government after events like Ruby Ridge...
Live at the Hive: Orgone
By Ben Olson Reader Staff What better way to ring in the new year than with one of the funkiest bands around. The Fourth Annual Hive New Year’s Eve Ball features Orgōne, an eight-person...
Local Artist Spotlight: Samuel Gentz, woodworker
By Ben Olson Reader Staff When Samuel Gentz looks at an old piece of wood, he doesn’t see junk. He sees treasure. Potential. A creative medium that takes a little finesse and love in...
Infini Gallery celebrates two years
By Ben Olson Reader Staff Tired of Christmas parties already? Head over to Infini Gallery, 214 Cedar St., on Friday, Dec. 22 from 5-9 p.m. to celebrate the gallery’s two-year anniversary in style. There...
Sen. Crapo announces military academy nominations
By Ben Olson Reader Staff United States Sen. Mike Crapo (R-Idaho) announced Monday the nomination of 44 Idaho students to the nation’s military academies. The students’ applications are now being considered by four of...
The American Redoubt Series: Ruby Ridge to Redoubt
By Ben Olson Reader Staff Editor’s note: Before delving into the political ethos of the Redoubt movement, we will first examine the politics of North Idaho from the perspective of Ruby Ridge to today....
Beards for Bears fundraiser gets hairy
By Ben Olson Reader Staff Do you know someone you’ve always wanted to see in chin whiskers, but they’ve always rejected the thought? Have you longed to shout “Hey Fuzz Face!” to your special...
