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• Care Act tax impact spread out

  August 10, 2012 on Page A1 WASHINGTON – Who gets thumped by higher taxes in President Barack Obama’s health care law? The wealthiest 2 percent of Americans will take the biggest hit, starting next year. And … 62

• Jensen-Byrd plans on hold for at least a year

  August 10, 2012 on Page A1 Washington State University officials say they’ll wait a year or more before reconsidering the fate of the empty Jensen-Byrd building on the edge of downtown Spokane’s University District. What they … 11

• Team USA makes its point

  August 10, 2012 on Page A1 United States Olympians took up residence atop the medals podium Thursday with dominant performances in vastly different arenas. With team gold medals in women’s soccer and women’s water polo and …

• Thompson case: Juror claimed orders were ignored

  August 10, 2012 on Page A1 The alternate juror who claimed last year’s trial of former Spokane police Officer Karl F. Thompson Jr. was marred by jury misconduct was unable to provide any specific examples of … 49

• Forecasters predict 3 to 6 more hurricanes

  August 10, 2012 on Page A2 FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – Government forecasters on Thursday called for the remainder of the storm season to see six to 11 named storms, including three to six hurricanes with two …

• Tropical Storm Ernesto hits Mexico’s coastline

  August 10, 2012 on Page A2 VERACRUZ, Mexico – Tropical Storm Ernesto made landfall Thursday near the port city of Coatzacoalcos and moved inland while drenching Mexico’s southern Gulf, an area prone to flooding. Ernesto came …

• Mortgage protections proposed for homeowners

  August 10, 2012 on Page A3 WASHINGTON — The government’s consumer lending watchdog proposed new rules Friday aimed at protecting homeowners from unexpected costs and shoddy service by companies that collect their monthly mortgage payments. Mortgage … 2

• Holmes’ attorneys claim mental illness

  August 10, 2012 on Page A3 CENTENNIAL, Colo. – Attorneys for the suspect in the Colorado movie theater shootings said Thursday their client is mentally ill and that they need more time to assess the nature …

• In brief: Continuing Midwest drought conditions are pushing global food prices higher

  August 10, 2012 on Page A3 ST. LOUIS – The Plains states where the production of corn and soybeans is key are being hit harder by excessive drought conditions in the wake of the hottest month …

• Swine flu cases rise dramatically

  August 10, 2012 on Page A3 LOS ANGELES – There have been 145 cases of infection with the H3N2 variant swine flu since July 12 – a significant jump from the prior week’s 12 confirmed cases, …

• USDA hopes changes will cut into food stamp fraud

  August 10, 2012 on Page A3 WASHINGTON – The Agriculture Department on Thursday came out with new steps to fight fraud in food stamps, a program that has taken center stage as Congress struggles to adopt … 1

• Official: Gu Kailai confessed to killing

  August 10, 2012 on Page A4 BEIJING – After O.J. Simpson was acquitted of murder in 1995, a well-connected Chinese lawyer pointed to the case as proof of the failure of the American judicial system. “An …

• New computer virus hits Mideast, firm says

  August 10, 2012 on Page A4 LONDON – A new computer virus tied to some of the most sophisticated cyberweapons thus-far discovered has been found circulating in the Middle East, a Moscow-based computer security company said …

• In brief: Politician unaware documents altered

  August 10, 2012 on Page A4 DETROIT – Michigan’s top law enforcement official said Thursday that former Michigan U.S. Rep. Thaddeus McCotter was “asleep at the switch” when four ex-campaign staffers forged or falsified signatures on … 1

• Crystal memoir to target boomers

  August 10, 2012 on Page A4 He has lived many, many Sundays. Turning 65 next year doesn’t only mean more nap time for Billy Crystal. The actor and comedian is transforming the milestone into a book, …

• Iran tries to calm Syria crisis

  August 10, 2012 on Page A4 BEIRUT – As Syrian forces struggled to drive rebels from the country’s largest city, the regime’s key ally Iran tried Thursday to start an alternative political process to address the …

• Jim Kershner’s this day in history

  August 10, 2012 on Page A5 From our archives, 100 years ago The Spokane Hotel’s house detective, Bill Shannon, known as “the hobo’s nemesis,” hid behind a pillar in the lobby, eyeing his prey. 1

• Family: Ex-Shock player needs mental illness check

  August 10, 2012 on Page A5 A former pro football player arrested for arson in June remains in solitary confinement at the Spokane County Jail, and his mother says his mental health issues will worsen without … 11

• St. George’s School adding International Baccalaureate

  August 10, 2012 on Page A5 As Lake City High School ends its high school International Baccalaureate program, Spokane’s St. George’s School is starting one. The private school will become the only one in the region … 7

• Board approves Zehm memorial

    August 10, 2012 on Page A5 Otto Zehm will be honored on the picnic shelter in Mission Park. The Spokane Park Board voted unanimously on Thursday to accept the recommendation of Mayor David Condon to honor … 6

• Judge affirms Scouts’ option to sell CdA’s Camp Easton

  August 10, 2012 on Page A6 An Idaho judge on Thursday denied for a second time efforts to halt a possible sale of Camp Easton, a popular Boy Scout destination on Lake Coeur d’Alene’s east shore. …

• Idaho records

  August 10, 2012 on Page A6 For 08-10-2012

• Nesting materials can do in ospreys

  August 10, 2012 on Page A6 PENDLETON, Ore. – Baling twine used by ospreys to build nests in Eastern Oregon can entangle the raptors, leaving them dangling with broken legs and sometimes resulting in death, wildlife …

• Obama reassures Idaho family about efforts to free soldier son

  August 10, 2012 on Page A6 BOISE – White House officials say President Barack Obama has reached out to the parents of an American prisoner of war to assure them that military leaders are doing everything … 1

• Snyder concedes in District 3 race

  August 10, 2012 on Page A6 Spokane City Councilman Jon Snyder ended his campaign for state House on Thursday and endorsed Marcus Riccelli in the November election. Snyder conceded after the third day of counting in … 3

• In brief: CdA Tribe to require applications for aid

  August 10, 2012 on Page A6 The Coeur d’Alene Tribe has gone to an application process for distributing casino revenues to schools and nonprofit groups. The change was prompted by an increase in requests for donations … 1

• Lewiston soldier killed in attack

  August 10, 2012 on Page A6 JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON, Alaska — An Alaska-based paratrooper from Idaho has been killed in Afghanistan. U.S. Army Alaska said in a release that Spc. Ethan Jacob Martin, of Lewiston, died …

• Washington records

  August 10, 2012 on Page A9 Spokane County Marriage licenses

• Google to pay $22.5M fine in privacy breakdown

  August 10, 2012 on Page A10 SAN FRANCISCO – Google is paying a $22.5 million fine to settle the latest regulatory case questioning the Internet search leader’s respect for people’s privacy and the integrity of its …

• Jobs, exports gain steam

  August 10, 2012 on Page A10 WASHINGTON – The outlook for the U.S. economy brightened a little Thursday after new data pointed to improvement in hiring and greater exports. The number of Americans applying for unemployment … 2

• Nordstrom’s earnings drop

  August 10, 2012 on Page A10 NEW YORK – Nordstrom is reporting an 11 percent decline in second-quarter net income, as results were affected by the timing of the biggest sale of the year. But the …

• Gas prices steadily rising

  August 10, 2012 on Page A10 SAN FRANCISCO – A fire at one of the nation’s largest oil refineries helped push West Coast gas prices close to $4 a gallon Thursday, as the same federal team … 3

• Fewer tarmac delays boost airlines’ record

  August 10, 2012 on Page A10 LOS ANGELES – Complain all you want about full-body searches at the airports, but federal data show that the nation’s biggest airlines are doing a better job of getting you …

• Northwest wheat

  August 10, 2012 on Page A11 Soft white Cash bid Change Aug 8.80-9.05 up .10-.06 Sept 8.80-9.05 up .15-.06 Hard red winter (ordinary percent protein) Cash bid Change Aug 9.25-9.50 up .11 Sept Hard red winter …

• Amy Goodman: Gun control a distant dream

  August 10, 2012 on Page A13 Another mass murder, another shooting spree, leaving bodies bullet-riddled by a legally obtained weapon. This time, it was Oak Creek, Wis., at a Sikh temple, as people gathered for their … 40

• Might be abortion drug

  August 10, 2012 on Page A13 I would like to counter claims recently made about Ella. It was stated that Ella is not an abortion drug. The truth is, Ella is a chemical cousin of the … 1

• Lower wages hurt economy

  August 10, 2012 on Page A13 I am writing in response to the negative tone you used (Aug. 4 editorial) when relating Mayor Condon’s budget and how it seems city employees are fat cats at the … 7

• Bond expels distractions

  August 10, 2012 on Page A13 Isn’t it silly to suppose that the classroom a student sits in would have any effect on their education?

• Editorial: Title IX opened door to athletics for women

  August 10, 2012 on Page A13 In the 1972 Olympics, the U.S. team had 316 men and 84 women. The women won 10 of the team’s 33 gold medals. Forty years later in London, the team …

• Leach scolds Cougar offense for lack of focus

  August 10, 2012 on Page B1 PULLMAN – Near the end of Washington State’s eighth practice of the preseason, with passes being dropped and communication lacking, coach Mike Leach sent his defense to the other side … 2

• Seahawks broke rule by allowing Owens to wear shoulder pads

  August 10, 2012 on Page B1 RENTON, Wash. – Terrell Owens had a fast start to his Seattle Seahawks career. Too fast in fact.

• Golfers tame Kiawah Island in first round of PGA

  August 10, 2012 on Page B1 KIAWAH ISLAND, S.C. – Five years ago, a leading golf publication chose Kiawah Island as the toughest golf course in America. Some of the best players in the world made …

• Dahlberg: Women’s soccer reaches peak in London

  August 10, 2012 on Page B1 WEMBLEY, England – The game was nearly as grand as the stage, in doubt until the last seconds and so important that the winning country’s commander in chief was following … 3

• Spokane Indians lose in 10 innings

  August 10, 2012 on Page B2 KEIZER, Ore. – The Spokane Indians came up with six runs in the eighth inning to tie the game only to fall 7-6 in 10 to the Salem-Keizer Volcanoes in …

• Newsmakers

  August 10, 2012 on Page B2 Hired The Washington Wizards hired former NBA player and coach Jerry Sichting as an assistant coach Thursday. Sichting played 10 seasons for five teams in the NBA and worked as …

• Soul, Rattlers will decide AFL championship

  August 10, 2012 on Page B2 Doug Plank watched just about every Arizona Rattlers home game from the stands last year. Kevin Guy watched in agony as his Rattlers lost the Arena Football League championship on …

• Jets set for Tebow’s long-awaited debut

  August 10, 2012 on Page B2 It’s Tebow Time. Finally. After months of hype, a summer highlighted by a shirtless jog through the rain and constant media scrutiny, Tim Tebow is set to make his playing …

• Scoreboard

  August 10, 2012 on Page B2 Baseball American League

• Today’s Best

  August 10, 2012 on Page B2 R.A. Dickey Held Marlins to one run

• Four-team deal to send Howard to L.A.

  August 10, 2012 on Page B2 NBA: The Orlando Magic’s Dwightmare appears to be nearing an end. The Magic, Los Angeles Lakers, Denver Nuggets and Philadelphia 76ers reached a deal in principle on a four-team trade …

• Nebraska football carries full load of Cottons

  August 10, 2012 on Page B2 Nebraska football truly is a family affair for the Cottons. Offensive line coach Barney Cotton played for the Cornhuskers in the 1970s. Ben and Sam, his oldest and youngest sons, …

• Mariners’ new relievers can really bring it

  August 10, 2012 on Page B3 The two newest flame-throwers in the Seattle Mariners’ bullpen each achieved pitching’s ultimate status symbol for the first time this season while toiling in relative obscurity in the Southern League. …

• Hunting and fishing

  August 10, 2012 on Page B4 Fly fishing Although local rivers are seeing a lot of recreational tubers, fly fishing has been good. Hoppers are hot and a longer leader can make a difference. The St. …

• EWU football freshmen get helping hand

  August 10, 2012 on Page B4 The college football learning curve is steep, but it’s easier if your classmates include a trio of All-Americans. Freshman wide receivers Keylin Huddleston and Cooper Kupp stepped on the practice …

• Brown takes lead into ICAR event

  August 10, 2012 on Page B4 Andy Brown has been down the road a time or two in his late model and four-cylinder racing career when it comes to chasing season championships. Brown is the 2007 …

• Olympic report

  August 10, 2012 on Page B5 Basketball The U.S. women’s team faced its first challenge of the Olympics, and found a way to advance. Trailing early in the second half, coach Geno Auriemma turned to his …

• On the air

  August 10, 2012 on Page B5 For 08-10-2012

• Eaton captures Olympic decathlon gold for U.S.

  August 10, 2012 on Page B5 LONDON – Instead of one victory lap, Ashton Eaton got four. His Olympic gold medal in the decathlon was all but sealed when he reached the last event, the 1,500 …

• Olympics, Usain Bolt, track and field

  August 10, 2012 on Page B5 LONDON – These are Usain Bolt’s Olympic Games. Everyone else here is simply running, jumping, swimming, cycling and rowing in his happy wake. Relaxed enough to drape a comforting arm …

• Team USA plays Argentina in men’s basketball semifinal

  August 10, 2012 on Page B5 LONDON – Oh, great. You guys again. The shot heard ’round the arena took place when the U.S. played Argentina earlier this week, a confusing and appalling scene when Carmelo …

• Pac-12 volleyball coaches pick WSU 11th

  August 10, 2012 on Page B6 Washington State was tabbed for 11th place in the Pac-12 Conference preseason volleyball poll of coaches, the conference announced Thursday. The Cougars received 22 points to finish only ahead of …

• Today’s menu

  August 10, 2012 on Page B6 For 08-10-2012

• ‘Happy Days’ at Civic

  August 10, 2012 on Page C1 You know the theme song. “Sunday, Monday, Happy Days. Tuesday, Wednesday, Happy Days.”

• The Slice: APB for beady-eyed criminal

  August 10, 2012 on Page C1 Becky Monday’s vehicle was targeted by a vandal. A furry vandal.

• True live ‘Crew’

  August 10, 2012 on Page C1 Head over to the Martin Woldson Theater at the Fox tonight and you’ll discover a hidden thread running through these seemingly unrelated ’60s hits: • “Good Vibrations” by the Beach …

• Tell guests of household routine

  August 10, 2012 on Page C2 DEAR MISS MANNERS: I built a guest cottage across the deck from my house. It has a private bathroom, but guests currently share the main house kitchen. (At some point …

• Horoscope

  August 10, 2012 on Page C2 For 08-10-2012

• Complete trust in him still missing

  August 10, 2012 on Page C2 Dear Carolyn: My boyfriend of one year has been married three times. He has three teenage children who live with him part time. He is dependent on his parents for …

• Nightclubs

  August 10, 2012 on Page C3 A Club - 416 W. Sprague Ave.: Wednesday, Torche (original), all ages, 7 p.m., $10; Thursday, Fictionist (original), all ages, 7 p.m., $8. Baby Bar - 827 W. First Ave.: …

• Coming up

  August 10, 2012 on Page C3 Unless otherwise noted, tickets are available through TicketsWest (TW; 800-325-SEAT, www.ticketswest.com); Ticketmaster (TM; 800-745-3000, www.ticketmaster.com); TicketFly (TF; 877-4FLYTIX, www.ticketfly.com) or Northern Quest (NQ; 877-777-5252, www.northernquest.com). Prices do not include service …

• Darton’s solo effort shows extra polish

  August 10, 2012 on Page C3 Flashback to early 2008, a band of underdogs from Salt Lake City is unexpectedly on the rise. They’ve toured internationally and shared big stages with big names.

• Galleries

  August 10, 2012 on Page C4 Galleries with new exhibits and receptions are indicated with a . For complete listings, see www.spokane7.com. Please send information about upcoming exhibits to features@spokesman.com. Eastern Washington

• Second Friday Artwalk

  August 10, 2012 on Page C4 Coeur d’Alene Venues open 5-8 p.m. for receptions, unless otherwise noted. Angel Gallery of Fine Art & Antiques - Tom Hanson’s fly-fishing art along with other subjects will be on …

• Stage Listings

  August 10, 2012 on Page C5 Music Manito Park Bench Summer Music Series - Free outdoor acoustic music 5:30-7:30 p.m. Enjoy live music by Union Street, food offerings and adult beverages. Tonight, Manito Park Bench, 1928 …

• Things to do

  August 10, 2012 on Page C5 Selkirk International Film Festival - Third annual event. 7 p.m. today, “Smoke Signals,” written by Sherman Alexie, based on his collection of short stories “The Lone Ranger and Tonto Fistfight …

• ‘Candidate’ has funny moments, but lacks punch

  August 10, 2012 on Page D2 We’re used to politicians talking out of both sides of their mouths. “The Campaign” is a political comedy that attempts that feat. It’s a rude and crude farce that takes …

• Renner’s ‘Bourne’ honors the legacy

  August 10, 2012 on Page D2 It starts, as before, with a motionless body – dead? alive? – floating underwater. This time the immobile figure is Aaron Cross, a medically enhanced hunter-killer in the same U.S. …

• Galifianakis combines wit, original style

  August 10, 2012 on Page D2 ST. LOUIS – Zach Galifianakis would make a lousy politician. For one thing, the star of “The Campaign,” who plays a ninny who runs for Congress against a drunken incumbent …

• Film events

  August 10, 2012 on Page D3 Free Summer Movies at the Garland Theater – Today, “Alvin and the Chipmunks: Chipwrecked” (G); Monday-Aug. 17, “Rio” (G); Aug. 20-24, “Mr. Popper’s Penguins” (PG); Aug. 27-31, “Dolphin Tale” (PG). …

• ‘Hope Springs’ rides deep, veteran acting

  August 10, 2012 on Page D4 “Hope Springs” is a return to the classic romance. Seasoned actors Tommy Lee Jones and Meryl Streep play a long-married couple who have reached apathetic levels. Arnold (Jones) is content …

• ‘Lorax’ and ‘Grimm’ worth a look on DVD

  August 10, 2012 on Page D4 Creatures from Dr. Seuss and the Brothers Grimm are featured in this week’s new DVD releases. “The Lorax,” Grade A-minus: In an almost doomsday scenario, the film looks at what …

• ‘The Imposter’ thrives with deception, need for closure

  August 10, 2012 on Page D4 LOS ANGELES – A whole lot stranger than fiction, “The Imposter” is a documentary that’s disturbing in ways only reality can manage. This is a train wreck you think you …

• ‘Klown’ is a raunchier ‘Hangover’

  August 10, 2012 on Page D4 Nobody does a sex comedy like the Danes, at least that’s what I learned watching and laughing through most of “Klown.” Opening at the Brattle today, the Zen-tropa film was …

• Crossing over to Western Washington shortens golfer’s want list

  August 10, 2012 on Page K2 I grew up in Western Washington so I’m familiar with many of the golf courses on that side of the state. I was fortunate to play Sahalee, site of the …

• Tiger Woods will return to Malaysia in busy October

  August 10, 2012 on Page K3 One year before the PGA Tour stop in Malaysia becomes an official event, it will get the biggest draw in golf – Tiger Woods. Woods will play in the CIMB …

• Golf: Druids Glen serves up satisfaction with polish and picturesque layout

  August 10, 2012 on Page K4 When playing a golf course for the first time you always come away with at least one valid gripe, right? Too expensive. Mundane layout. Too tough. Not tough enough. Dreadful …

• Golf: Twists and turns of Chambers Bay link golfers to purest form of game

  August 10, 2012 on Page K7 The pro shop is situated high above the golf course and provides a panoramic view of what awaits a first-time visitor. Below sits a moonscape of dunes and mounds, knobs …

• Golf: Difficult Washington National gives nothing away

  August 10, 2012 on Page K8 Maybe a C or C-minus. No, not the golf course’s grade. My grade.

• Davis Love III ponders captain’s picks for Ryder Cup

  August 10, 2012 on Page K12 Davis Love III is already thinking about Sept. 3. That’s the night before he will announce his four captain’s picks for the U.S. Ryder Cup team. It’s also the night …

• Obituary: Ferney, Gary Axel

  August 10, 2012 on Page O1 Published Aug. 10, 2012

• Obituary: Hough, Jim

  August 10, 2012 on Page O1 Published Aug. 10, 2012

• Obituary: Whittekiend, Gloria

  August 10, 2012 on Page O1 Published Aug. 10, 2012

• Obituary: Hrycenko, Merlene D.

  August 10, 2012 on Page O1 Sep. 18, 1940 - Aug. 15, 2012

• Obituary: Schuh, Jay E.

  August 10, 2012 on Page O1 Jun. 20, 1949 - Aug. 5, 2012