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Saturday, November 5, 2011
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In brief: Tips sought on moose poached near Cataldo
November 5, 2011 in City on Page A5 The Idaho Department of Fish and Game is seeking leads in the poaching of two bull moose near Cataldo, Idaho. The fresh carcasses were discovered within 25 yards of each … 1
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Jim Kershner’s This day in history » On the Web: spokesman.com/topics/local-history
November 5, 2011 in City on Page A5 From our archives, 100 years ago A coal-miners’ strike in Fernie, B.C., turned violent after 400 black miners arrived as strikebreakers.
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Crews start scrapping old tracks
November 5, 2011 in Idaho on Page A5 A Chicago company this week began tearing out about three miles of a BNSF Railway Co. line that has run through Coeur d’Alene for 100 years. On Wednesday, heavy equipment … 1
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Trustees to narrow library chief hopefuls
November 5, 2011 in City on Page A6 Eight applicants will be scrutinized today as replacements for Mike Wirt, who will retire Feb. 24 as director of the Spokane County Library District. Trustees will meet in a closed …
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Report: Health law to cut cost of care
November 5, 2011 in City on Page A6 Many middle-class Washington families will save an average of about $1,700 a year once federal health reforms take full effect, according to an organization that advocates for health care consumers. …
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On the comeback trail
November 5, 2011 in Region on Page A6
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Holiday Bazaars
November 5, 2011 in City on Page A6 Holiday craft fairs begin this weekend in earnest and last into December. This weekend
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Idaho records
November 5, 2011 in City on Page A6 For 11-05-2011
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Mayor will be in court, then watch vote results
November 5, 2011 in City on Page A6 Election Day could provide Washougal Mayor Sean Guard not only an important glimpse into his city’s future but also the future of his misdemeanor case for impersonating a police officer. …
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Cut to school bus funds not idle talk
November 5, 2011 in City on Page A6 School buses could become scarce in parts of Washington as the state grapples with budget shortfalls. Among the list of cuts Gov. Chris Gregoire is considering: State funds to help …
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Washington records
November 5, 2011 in City on Page A6 Spokane County Marriage licenses
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Comment sought on bomb incident
November 5, 2011 in City on Page A7 The Spokane Crime Victim Service Center is seeking public input regarding the attempted bombing of the Martin Luther King Jr. Day march by Kevin Harpham earlier this year. The center …
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Plan allows more lake fluctuation
November 5, 2011 in Idaho on Page A7 Lake Pend Oreille’s water levels will fluctuate by as much as 5 feet this winter, allowing federal agencies more flexibility in managing electricity generation throughout the Columbia River hydropower system. …
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Let’s go to the swap
November 5, 2011 in Idaho on Page A7
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Zoning change near airport will get second look
November 5, 2011 in City on Page A7 A proposal to allow high-density residential development near Spokane International Airport, panned by the county Planning Commission, will get a second chance. County commissioners will conduct their own public hearing …
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In brief: Blaze damages home in Valley
November 5, 2011 in City on Page A10 Spokane Valley firefighters were called to a house fire around 1:40 p.m. Friday on Upriver Drive east of Argonne Road. The fire at 10314 E. Upriver forced closure of the …
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What’s next: Investigations, sentencing are pending
November 5, 2011 in City on Page A10 Now that Karl F. Thompson Jr. has been convicted for his confrontation with Otto Zehm, several other matters remain pending: • Police Chief Anne Kirkpatrick on Friday said that she … 5
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Couple accused of injuring boy
November 5, 2011 in City on Page A10 A Post Falls couple were arrested Thursday in connection with the injury of one foster child in their care and the death of another. Jeremy M. Clark, 36, and Amber … 1
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Groupon stock hot, skeptics plenty
November 5, 2011 in Business on Page A12 NEW YORK – Groupon’s stock sizzled in its public debut Friday despite concerns about its accounting practices ahead of an initial public offering and doubts about the viability of its … 1
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Grass-roots movement gives credit unions a boost
November 5, 2011 in Business on Page A12 NEW YORK – It’s moving day for bank customers. A grass-roots movement that sprang to life last month is urging bank customers to close their accounts in favor of credit …
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Garco loses military job despite having low bid
November 5, 2011 in Business on Page A12 Spokane’s Garco Construction is appealing an Army Corps of Engineers decision to award a $36 million construction job to an Oklahoma company, claiming the selection process incorrectly gave an advantage … 1
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Trader Joe’s risks outgrowing niche
November 5, 2011 in Business on Page A12 LOS ANGELES – In the foothills of La Crescenta, Calif., a small Trader Joe’s grocery store was nestled in a strip mall of tiny shops and self-serve laundries, a neighborhood … 3
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Briefcase
November 5, 2011 in Business on Page A12 Corzine steps down at embattled investment firm Washington – Former New Jersey Gov. Jon Corzine’s resignation Friday from the securities firm he led capped a week of high drama.
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A less-super U.S. is a smarter one
November 5, 2011 in Opinion on Page A14 A perceived decline in “national greatness” haunts Americans of all political persuasions. Many equate it with the drop in our superpower status. But others ask, “Are the costs of perpetually … 2
Celtic Woman is coming to Spokane
