Fotoman: beachowner, I am a baby boomer native, and I grew up enjoying Sander's beach. But I haven't been there in decades, and I've only vaguely followed the lawsuits. I sort of figured the new selfish owners were ruining it for the general public. But…
Rocket's Brain Trust asked for an occasional update on my walking/diet route. So here goes. Last night, I walked Mile No. 1000 since New Yeark 2006. I've dropped 22 pounds since I began, from 250 to 228. I've never gained back more than 2 pounds…
The Goo and The Boo react to the "pizza eggs" concoction that Mommy Dearest/BrodH20 cooked up for them the other night.Bayview Herb told me this week that the SR is picking up his column in The Voice (Saturdays) weekly now rather than bi-weekly. He was…
ACI owner Bill Radobenko and the Salvation Army celebrated the good work that has been done so far filling in the hole at the future site of the Kroc Center. The work crews paused long enough to enjoy a picnic this afternoon.
Thom George/PhotoshopOf Cd'A tycoons there is one,Who's been building a house in the sun,But now as remarks stir up,It's said even in Europe,"Vat has d'vain Haga done?"Andy Michaels/29 Words Or Less
Item: Dow closes above 13,000 for first time as earnings reports push stock market to historic heights/By Madlen Read and Tim Paradis, AP Business Writers Question: What's this mean to you?1. Nothing, I don't have a stock portfolio.2. Hunh? I work at the resort.3. I…
Jesse TinsleyA member of the Federal Protective Police uses a bomb sniffing dog to check the outside of Betty Kiefer Elementary in Rathdrum Wednesday morning in Rathdrum. Several bomb threat notes were found at schools around the Lakeland School District, forcing the closing of all…
Dave Oliveria's rant against the "dark side of Coeur d'Alene" provided my Sunday laugh. He rails against those in his fine city who choose not to support higher taxes or are not willing to ante up money directly from their pockets to support the Kroc…
Sanders Beach has become much more than a dispute over several blocks of beach on Lake Coeur d'Alene. It is a poster child for what seems to be a city campaign to make public as much private property as possible, not always with regards to…
The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office in conjunction with the Rathdrum Police Department and the Spirit Lake Police Department are investigating a bomb threat in the Lakeland School District. Initial reports indicate that threatening notes were found a various school buildings in the Lakeland District stating…
How can you tell if you're from Coeur d'Alene? Well, for one thing, you have attended (or had) a birthday party at Skate Plaza. For another, it's always a treat to eat "gooeys" at the Coeur d'Alene Resort (and you remember that the Hagadone Corp.…
Another terrific photo from HBO newby Craig Moore/GlacierWorld.com from Montana's Flathead Valley. This one earned Craig a second place in the Montana newspaper photography contest.
Study: Religion good for children: Scientific research finds kids develop better when both parents frequently attend services/WorldNetDailyMore Info: new study concludes children whose parents regularly attend religious services and talk about their faith have better self-control, social skills and approaches to learning than children with…
AP Photo/Idaho State Journal, Joe KlineEmma Hyde, 13, watches her hair stand up straight during a demonstration on static electricity by Idaho State University professor Steve Shropshire as part of his "Electrofying Physics" program in the Physical Sciences building at ISU on Saturday in Pocatello.…
First, you should know that Mindy Cameron submitted the following press release to the SR and that she is the former opinion page editor of the Seattle Times. Next, you should know that I haven't touched her copy at all below (other than to italicize…
In Washington each party rips,The other for ethical slips,While mudslingers rejoice,For the voter the choice,Is like picking the Bloods or the Crips!Andy Michaels/29 Words Or Less
1. Forgotten jackets fill the hallway after dismissal (Students need them in the morning but not in the afternoon.)2. The gloves and boots from winter finally go home.3. Plants are growing in Dixie cups on windowsills.4. Newly hatched chicks peep in at least one classroom.5.…
AP Photo/ Independent Record, George Lane House Republicans are concerned with the whereabouts of Gov. Brian Schweitzer and they have gone as far as issuing milk cartons with his photo on them throughout the House chambers Monday in Helena, Mont.1. Best of Political Cartoons: Milt…
The Coeur d’Alene Police Department’s C.A.R.E. Team, will be conducting an aggressive driving emphasis patrol today through Saturday. Officers from the C.A.R.E. Team, as well as officers from other divisions within the department will be focusing on high accident areas throughout the city looking specifically…
Can someone tell me why some people still have Christmas lights blinking -- in April. Don't get me wrong. I love Christmas lights. They're a tremendous antidote to cabin fever and the darkness that takes over in the dead of our winters. I enjoy closing…
The North Idaho College Sentinel has a current poll asking students whether NIC did the right thing in granting a refund to former English student Linda Cook. Cook, as you may recall, created a hubbub when she demanded a refund b/c teacher Jessica ??? sniped…
Victor Maccharoli/AP PhotoTop photo: Author David Halberstam delivers the commencement address during graduation ceremonies at Bentley College in Waltham, Mass., in this Saturday, May 20, 2006, file photo. Bottom photo: Menlo Park firefighters investigate the scene of a fatal three-car accident Monday in Menlo Park,…
I have worked for Hagadone Hospitality in several areas and several positions. One of the best jobs I EVER had was as a caddie at the golf course. I was paid really well and the hours were great. It was a perfect job for a…
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.