I don't know what to make of the campaign finance reports provided by the challengers for Coeur d'Alene City Council races, especially Dan Gookin's. Conventional wisdom says that a good war chest with many contributors underscores a candidate's strength -- and electability. Incumbent Mike Kennedy…
dropped from a height of about 200 feet smashes onto a police cruiser during the Damariscotta Pumpkinfest Monday in Damariscotta, Maine. (AP Photo/Robert F. Bukaty)
In an evening post Monday, CindyH commented to Kage Mann: "IMO 'no comment' is just about the worst thing a wannabe pol can say to a journalist." Cindy's dead on. Saying "no comment" to me sans an off-the-record explanation is like the proverbial waving a…
A while back, I posted a blog on our family pet, a dog we named Cocoa. She's a short, black, mid-haired amazingly smart 6 year old female pup. We got her just after we married-off our favorite (and only) daughter, Meg. In fact, Meg bestowed…
"I 've got plenty to do," said Bob Hoffman of Post Falls as he prepared winterize his yard on Tuesday. (Kathy Plonka/SR)Ed board to short students on Promise Scholarships/Betsy Russell, Eye On BoiseIdaho to get $13M in drug settlement/Betsy Russell, Eye On BoiseLuna: Idaho public…
Referee Kurt Walker, right, turns back as an unidentified fan dances on the sidelines during the second half of a pre-season NBA basketball game between the Golden State Warriors and Los Angeles Clippers in Los Angeles Monday. You write the cutline. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)Top Cutlines:1.…
5:29 p.m. R/P in Escalade & CPD Blue have 4 teens in Mercury cornered in Coeur d'Alene High lot. R/P says teens stole a fluorescent, green turtle from neighbor's yard.5:11 p.m. A s/b logging truck w/brakes on fire has pulled off H95 near Lancaster/Hayden. The…
Today, there was an article in the Spokesman Review regarding the Spokane River Hawks. The Spokane River Hawks are looking for a permanent location in Coeur d'Alene and have explored options over the past few years with a group of interested parties including city representation.…
With each passing victory, The Dash becomes an even bigger bandwagon fan of resurgent Idaho (31), the punch-line-turned-powerhouse of the WAC. (Or, if not powerhouse, at least respectable member of the WAC. That's pretty much a first in its own right.) If you missed it…
"Today’s vote is, unfortunately, another step toward government-run health care at the expense of America’s families. Instead of responsible reform, the proposal raises taxes, increases the cost of insurance premiums for all Americans and employers, imposes a larger Medicaid burden on states and cuts Medicare…
Every time I log onto Facebook there is another cause I am asked to join or something or someone I am invited to become a fan of. Facebook members are fans of peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, being a mom, flipping the pillow over in…
Before Silverwood, there was the Henley Aerodome at the Athol site. At Remember the Roxy, OrangeTV offers a 1980s shot of the way things used to be. In this case, the "good old days" can't match what Gary Norton has done to that site.Smoky, hazy,…
General Dynamics test engineers rest in modified berthing facilities in the Torpedo Room aboard the pre-commissioned nuclear submarine Virginia during sea trials in the Atlantic ocean. The Navy is considering allowing women to serve aboard submarines for the first time, 16 years after bringing female…
A Bonners Ferry veterinarian and his hunting partner have been charged with illegally taking two bull elk on the day before archery season opened. Dr. Roland H. Hall, 56, and Dennis L. Liermann Jr., 32, of Naples, each was charged with unlawfully killing two bull…
The Today Show will be broadcasting an interview with Rush Limbaugh this morning and on Tuesday morning. Ratings for them. Ratings for him. Money for them, money for him....and he READILY admits that his number one goal is ratings (which he equals to money). Fair…
Item: Baucus' Senate panel OKs $829B health care bill/Associated PressMore Info: With support from a lone Republican, a key Senate committee Tuesday approved a middle-of-the-road health care plan that moves President Barack Obama's goal of wider and affordable coverage a giant step closer to becoming…
In this Nov. 8, 2008, file photo, Boise State head coach Chris Petersen looks on against Utah State during an NCAA college football game in Boise, Idaho. The Broncos' task of running the table is starting to look easier, particularly after a Wednesday night trip…
When Deanna Lee was a girl, she checked out Nancy Drew mysteries at the downtown library, located in what is now the Harris Dean Building at 7th and Lakeside. “An old house was donated to the city to catalog its books,” she said. “Each time…
Here's what Jim Brannon should have told the media: “I am no longer employed by Habitat for Humanity. This is a difficult time for me professionally and my family. We will endure. I am like many people in this community — unemployed. I will continue…
Incumbent Linda Wilhelm was the last candidate for mayor or City Council to file her campaign finance statement. She did so before the 5 o'clock deadline Monday. Her report shows that she has raised $1250 and spent $664 during the reporting period. She has $586…
Golfers finish their round on the 18th hole at the Lakeville Country Club earlier today in Lakeville, Mass. Secret Service and local police are investigating a weekend incident where a swastika was found carved into the green next to President Barack Obama's name. (AP Photo/The…
Mayor: Sandi Bloem raised $3151 during the reporting period and has $4363 on hand (report here); Joe Kunka raised $100 and has $100 on hand (report here); and write-in candidate Allison Stam didn't raise any money.Council Seat 2: Mike Kennedy raised $17,036, spent $5359, and…
11:51 a.m. Woman on Cliff House Road/Hauser is having problems with stray cats.11:40 a.m. 2YO locked in running car at an undisclosed location.10:56 a.m. A vehicle has been parked in the wrong direction for 5 days near Henry Point on Hayden Lake Drive.10:25 a.m. A…
EJS: Interesting story in today’s Spokesman Review, front page sports, that could have something to do with McEuen field and perhaps make it a front and center this election. It seems that the Spokane RiverHawks will suspend their 2010 season. Why? In preparation for moving…
WSU freshman quarterback Jeff Tuel has his fans in the stands against Arizona State University on Saturday in Pullman. (Christopher Anderson/SR)Question: What's the silliest thing you did during your college days (that you can mention)?
D.F. Oliveria started Huckleberries Online on Feb. 16, 2004. Oliveria's Sunday print Huckleberries is a past winner of the national Herb Caen Memorial Column contest.
