We need to talk…
By Ammi MidstokkeReader Contributor I knew a woman who thrived, and then didn’t. There were subtle changes, the kinds of things you see later, when it’s too late — when they play over and...
Tagged: mental illness
Cancer sticks, racism and hostage situations
By Soncirey Mitchell Reader Staff At our weekly Reader editorial meeting, Publisher Ben Olson asked — as he often does — if we had any “fun” stories to give our readers a break. I,...
Court determines arson suspect’s competency is ‘significantly impaired’
By Zach Hagadone Reader Staff Arson suspect Jennifer S. Meyer was in Bonner County court again Aug. 21, appearing with Public Defender Catherine Enright to hear how a recent competency evaluation would affect the...
Local man to circumnavigate lake on paddleboard to support Ethan Murray Fund
By Ben Olson Reader Staff When Nate Christensen made the decision to leave North Idaho, he wanted to head out with a bang. Christensen plans to circumnavigate Lake Pend Oreille’s shoreline solo on a...
Emily Articulated: Life after an eating disorder
By Emily Erickson Reader Columnist I remember the first time I made myself throw up as clearly as if it were yesterday. My neck cricked as I lowered my head, stopping as it paralleled...
Surfing documentary highlights mental health
By Cameron Rasmusson Reader Staff Mental illness is a struggle that millions face every day. That makes those who overcome their illness to achieve great things all the more inspirational. Andy Irons was one...
NAMI Far North meeting scheduled
By Cameron Rasmusson Reader Staff The NAMI Far North (National Alliance on Mental Illness) regular monthly meeting will be held on Wednesday, March 15, at 5:30 p.m. in the old Bonner General Health classroom,...
