Stories for April 14, 2007

• Report: Marines killed innocent Afghans

  In Nation/World on Page A1 WASHINGTON – A platoon of elite Marine Special Operations troops reacted with “excessive force” after an ambush in Afghanistan last month, opening fire on pedestrians and civilian vehicles along a …

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  Church seeks larger venue

  In Idaho on Page A1 In the 10 years since its inception, Real Life Ministries’ congregation has grown from four people to nearly 7,500, prompting the nondenominational Christian church to seek more space on the …

• Adopting a mission

  In City on Page A1 The family car is an old Chevy van, with enough room to fit 15 people. Before long, the Segalla family will need nearly every seat in the vehicle.

• Tension drug eases PTSD

  In Nation/World on Page A2 A widely used hypertension drug improves sleep and reduces traumatic nightmares in veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder, according to federal researchers. “This is the first drug that has been demonstrated …

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  Two Katrina dolphins give birth

  In Nation/World on Page A2 NASSAU, Bahamas – Two dolphins rescued during Hurricane Katrina have given birth at their home in a Bahamian resort, an official said Friday. The dolphins were doing well after giving …

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  Spring suffers setback across U.S.

  In Nation/World on Page A3 A spring storm dropped snow and rain on the central plains and spawned a tornado in Texas on Friday as the storm headed toward the East Coast, where it was …

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  E-mails suggest politics in firings

  In Nation/World on Page A3 WASHINGTON – Long before they fired a group of U.S. attorneys, senior White House and Justice Department officials were already discussing some politically connected insiders for their replacements, documents released …

• Abstinence students no likelier to abstain

  In Nation/World on Page A3 WASHINGTON – Students who took part in sexual abstinence programs were just as likely to have sex as those who did not, according to a study ordered by Congress. Also, …

• Bush, Cheney tax returns released

  In Nation/World on Page A3 WASHINGTON – President Bush and the first lady paid $186,378 in federal taxes on their income of $765,801 for last year. Vice President Dick Cheney and his wife made twice …

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  Osprey deployment scheduled

  In Nation/World on Page A4 WASHINGTON – A Marine Corps aviation squadron known as the Thunder Chickens will head to Iraq in September to introduce the Bell-Boeing V-22 tilt-rotor aircraft to combat, ferrying troops and …

• U.S. won’t free Iranian intelligence agents

  In Nation/World on Page A4 WASHINGTON – After intense internal debate, the Bush administration has decided to hold on to five Iranian Revolutionary Guard intelligence agents captured in Iraq, overruling a State Department recommendation to …

• Iraqi parliament defiant after attack

  In Nation/World on Page A4 BAGHDAD – Iraq’s parliament met in an extraordinary session of “defiance” Friday, the Muslim day of prayer, and declared it would not bow to terrorism. A bouquet of red roses …

• Nail gun injuries triple since 1991

  In Nation/World on Page A5 RALEIGH, N.C. – Unsafe nail guns in the hands of novice do-it-yourselfers are to blame for a three-fold rise in the number of nail gun injuries since the early 1990s, …

• New Jersey governor didn’t wear seat belt

  In Nation/World on Page A5 CAMDEN, N.J. – Gov. Jon S. Corzine was apparently riding without a seat belt, in violation of state law, when he was critically injured in the crash of his official …

• Nation in brief: Cheney lashes out at Democrats

  In Nation/World on Page A6 Vice President Dick Cheney on Friday attacked Democratic leaders as the intellectual heirs to Sen. George McGovern’s “far left” anti-war policies of the Vietnam era and warned that withdrawal from …

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  Putin should be ousted, foe says

  In Nation/World on Page A6 MOSCOW – Boris Berezovsky, the exiled Russian tycoon who has emerged as one of the Kremlin’s most vocal opponents, called Friday for the use of force to oust President Vladimir …

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  North Korea misses deadline

  In Nation/World on Page A7 WASHINGTON – North Korea will fail to meet today’s crucial deadline to halt its nuclear weapons program, and there were mixed signals Friday as to whether the historic disarmament agreement …

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  SBA admits mistakes in processing disaster loans

  In Business on Page A10 WASHINGTON — The government on Friday acknowledged problems in processing disaster loans after the Gulf Coast hurricanes in 2005, including loan approvals without proper paperwork and inadequacies in how damages …

• Mortgage giants get more scrutiny

  In Business on Page A10 WASHINGTON — Amid a worsening housing slump, Senate and House lawmakers are pushing different approaches to strengthen oversight of the two government-backed mortgage giants, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. The …

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  Harnessing the tides

  In Business on Page A10 NEW YORK — The murky rivers around New York City bring to mind many things — garbage, chemicals, perhaps mobsters’ bodies. Clean energy is not one of them. But the …

• Advice for Vonage users: Hold the line, for now

  In Business on Page A10 WASHINGTON — Two telecommunications experts answer questions consumers might ask about the future of Vonage. Q: I use Vonage but am worried that it could go under. Should I start …

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  More consumers feel the pain

  In Business on Page A10 CHICAGO — Consumers had cause to cheer, or at least applaud politely, this week when the government forecast summer gasoline prices slightly below last year’s. The outlook may not be …

• Business in brief: Banner Bank OK’d to buy F&M Bank

  In Business on Page A10 Walla Walla-based Banner Bank has received federal and state approval to buy F&M Bank of Spokane, the company announced Thursday. The $98.8 million deal still requires approval by F&M Bank …

• Inflation data buoys Wall Street

  In Business on Page A11 Wall Street closed out a bumpy week with a moderate gain Friday as investors, heartened by new inflation data, bought optimistically ahead of next week’s rush of earnings releases. The …

• G-7 officials confident in global economy

  In Business on Page A11 WASHINGTON — Finance officials from the world’s wealthiest countries expressed confidence Friday that the global economy will experience strong growth despite risks. “Although risks remain, the global economy is having …

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  Wolfowitz’s friend says she’s victim in bank flap

  In Business on Page A11 WASHINGTON — The woman at the heart of the controversy that has embroiled World Bank President Paul Wolfowitz says she is a victim and was forced into a job transfer …

• Google to buy DoubleClick

  In Business on Page A11 SAN FRANCISCO — Seeking to expand its already well-honed ability to sell targeted Internet advertisements, online search leader Google Inc. said it has agreed to pay $3.1 billion in cash …

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  Mock crash at WV illustrates real danger

  In City on Page B1 Heather Fitzgerald sat at a high school assembly and heard a speaker talk about the consequences of drinking and driving. She dismissed the advice, thinking it wouldn’t happen to her. …

• Parents’ greed ends egg hunt

  In Idaho on Page B1 Ken Smith tells Huckleberries that he’s done sponsoring the huge Easter egg hunt in Coeur d’Alene. Ken, who owns the Dave Smith dealerships in Kellogg and Coeur d’Alene, sez he …

• In brief: White supremacist running for board

  In Idaho on Page B1 A man considered a white supremacist by a national civil rights group and another who is well-known in the Coeur d’Alene School District for his numerous information requests and phone …

• CdA priorities at street level

  In Idaho on Page B1 Adding more police staff and spending more to repave streets top the Coeur d’Alene City Council’s list of funding priorities for the coming year. Council members and the mayor spent …

• Police ombudsman proposed

  In City on Page B1 A Seattle consultant hired by Spokane Police Chief Anne Kirkpatrick is recommending a paid city ombudsman to replace Spokane’s faltering, citizen volunteer-based police oversight panel. That’s in keeping with national …

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  City revisits its roots with month of events

  In Idaho on Page B1 Long before Coeur d’Alene was a retirement, resort and recreation hot spot, the town revolved around a military fort on the shore of Lake Coeur d’Alene. This early chapter in …

• WV set to OK building bid

  In City on Page B1 Garco Construction of Spokane is the apparent low bidder for the second phase of West Valley High School’s $35 million construction bond, approved by voters in 2004. The first part …

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  Mules a lesson in genetics

  In Idaho on Page B1 Creating the world’s first cloned mule was hardly a simple process, but one of the University of Idaho scientists behind the effort, Dirk Vanderwall, is well-practiced in providing clear explanations …

• Pia Hansen: You can miss out on a lot by not keeping in touch

  In City on Page B1 Last week, my friend Elizabeth had a baby. I’ve known Elizabeth since I moved to Spokane in 1993, and her oldest son is my son’s best friend. The two boys …

• In brief: 26-foot trailer stolen, truck caught on tape

  In City on Page B1 Post Falls police are asking for the public’s help identifying a truck used in the theft of a 26-foot utility trailer early Monday morning. Surveillance video shows a white or …

• Archdiocese settlement to be confirmed

  In City on Page B2 PORTLAND – The first bankruptcy of a Catholic diocese in the United States neared an end Friday as a judge said she would confirm a settlement that could reach $75 …

• Proposed park sites likely stalled

  In City on Page B3 BOISE – The National Park Service says a 15-year-old list of potential Idaho national park sites submitted recently to the federal agency by the state is unlikely to gain traction …

• Senate OKs bill for texting ban

  In City on Page B3 OLYMPIA – The state Senate passed a measure Friday that would ban text-messaging while driving. The state House earlier this week approved a bill that would require drivers to use …

• Air Guard members prep for mission

  In City on Page B3 BOISE – About 200 Idaho Air Guard members, including a pilot involved in a 2003 friendly fire death that drew international attention, are making final preparations for their new mission …

• Group wants elk-hunting ranch ban

  In City on Page B3 POCATELLO, Idaho – The president of an Idaho-based wildlife management and conservation group says he’s talking with other organizations in the state about the possibility of a voter initiative to …

• GU warns of male intruder

  In City on Page B3 Gonzaga University has alerted its students about an intruder who entered a woman’s apartment this week and lay down in bed with her. The man fled after the woman awoke, …

• Idaho calendar

  In Idaho on Page B3 For 04-14-2007

• Review: Earthly pleasures celebrated with a heavenly concert

  In City on Page B4 The Spokane Symphony, a stage full of choral cohorts and a trio of soloists gave spring a roof-raising welcome Friday. The work that the standing-room-only audience came to hear was …

• Idaho Records

  In Idaho on Page B4 For 04-14-2007

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  Mauled man wants bear spared

  In City on Page B4 TETONIA, Idaho – Timothy Henderson stepped out of his house in eastern Idaho at dusk to look for his dog, Ladybug. He first heard Ladybug running, and then spotted her …

• Official Records

  In City on Page B4 Spokane County Marriage licenses

• Family leave bill is last measure to clear House

  In City on Page B5 OLYMPIA – A controversial proposal setting up a $250 weekly stipend for workers who take time off to bond with a new child was the last bill to squeak through …

• Smart bombs: What stolen elections?

  In Opinion on Page B6 If you’re convinced that voter fraud is rampant and warrants immediate legislative attention, you might want to skip this item. The New York Times reported Thursday that a five-year effort …

• Leonard Pitts Jr.: Imus built career on brazen slurs

  In Opinion on Page B6 Obviously, someone has put crack in the nation’s drinking water. What else can one think after the spasms of bigotry to which Mel Gibson, Isaiah Washington, Tim Hardaway and Michael …

• Our View: No harm done

  In Opinion on Page B6 Say the words “urban renewal agency” and “tax increment financing,” and eyes will glaze over everywhere but in Coeur d’Alene. In the Lake City, the mention of the city’s urban …

• Kathleen Parker: Athletes the only good sports

  In Opinion on Page B6 In my eyes I done seen some crazy thangs in the streets Gotta couple hos workin’ on the changes for me …

• Accuracy Watch

  In HandleX on Page B6 For 04-14-2007

• PAY AS YOU GO

  In City on Page B7 Now that Democrats control Congress, will they demand the same fiscal controls for new spending that they did when Republicans wanted to cut taxes? Columnist David Broder writes about it …

• Settlement next step in rebuilding diocese

  In Opinion on Page B7 Why do WE have to pay for this bankruptcy settlement?” some Spokane Catholics ask. Valid question as the Catholic Diocese of Spokane seeks from parishes $10 million towards its $48 …

• Hopson’s memories good ones for Idaho, too

  In Sports on Page C1 Phil Hopson is a success story on numerous levels. He contributed to a remarkable turnaround in the University of Idaho men’s basketball program in the early 1980s. Idaho had endured …

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  Senate gives Sonics arena new life

  In Sports on Page C1 OLYMPIA – A day after a group called Citizens for More Important Things handed out school pencils and Band-Aids at the capitol, a controversial tax plan to help pay for …

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  Mariners show rust

  In Sports on Page C1 SEATTLE – Blame it, if you must, on the week of cabin fever during the recent road trip, but the Seattle Mariners won’t. Whether it’s mid-April after having five games …

• Shock on Sunday

  In Sports on Page C1 The Spokane Shock play their first road game of the season at 1 p.m. Sunday. For more on the matchup, see Sunday’s paper. A complete wrapup of the game will …

• Step aside duffers, score one for Iowa

  In Sports on Page C1 It’s not easy to win The Masters when you’re from Iowa. Look at me.

• Fast Break

  In Sports on Page C1 For 04-14-2007

• Hornets lose finale in Oklahoma City

  In Sports on Page C2 Carmelo Anthony scored 31 points, Allen Iverson added 23 and the Denver Nuggets spoiled the New Orleans Hornets’ final game in their temporary home with a 107-105 win Friday night. …

• Els back in form, takes charge at Heritage

  In Sports on Page C2 The Big Easy is making it look, well, easy again. Ernie Els showed the form that won him three major titles – and had gone missing for most of the …

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  Stars get road split

  In Sports on Page C2 The Dallas Stars made sure to avoid another long night by jumping on the Vancouver Canucks early. Jeff Halpern and Joel Lundqvist scored on the opening shift in each of …

• On the Air

  In Sports on Page C2 For 04-14-2007

• Miller said he’s likely done with Olympics

  In Sports on Page C2 Even if he still is skiing World Cup in 2010, Bode Miller said he won’t be in another Olympics, not after his “terrible” experience in the last one. “It’s highly …

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  Waltrip mum about troubles

  In Sports on Page C3 Michael Waltrip isn’t talking or racing this weekend. Waltrip will miss his sixth straight NASCAR Nextel Cup race after qualifying in Fort Worth, Texas, was canceled Friday because of severe …

• Dad says Oden to enter draft

  In Sports on Page C3 Ohio State star freshman Greg Oden will enter the NBA draft, his father told The Indianapolis Star in a story on its Web site Friday. The 7-foot center is widely …

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  Broncos release star linebacker

  In Sports on Page C3 The Denver Broncos released five-time Pro Bowl linebacker Al Wilson Friday because of a combination of injury and salary cap concerns. Wilson, who injured his neck against Seattle on Dec. …

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  Early Derby favorites meet in rubber match

  In Sports on Page C3 Great Hunter is back in Bluegrass country, ready to take another shot at Street Sense in the $750,000 Blue Grass Stakes. “We’re in it to win it,” Great Hunter’s trainer …

• Hoya duo will explore draft

  In Sports on Page C3 Jeff Green and Roy Hibbert, the juniors who led Georgetown to the school’s first Final Four appearance in 22 years, will submit their names for the NBA draft. Neither player …

• Friday’s results

  In Sports on Page C4 Astros 9, Phillies 6: At Philadelphia, Carlos Lee hit three homers, including a grand slam, and drove in six runs for Houston. Lee hit a solo homer off Brett Myers …

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  By the numbers

  In Sports on Page C4 737 Career homer total for Barry Bonds after hitting two on Friday, leaving him 18 short of Hank Aaron’s record. He has 70 career multihomer games, two behind Babe Ruth’s …

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  Westbrook stays put

  In Sports on Page C4 Instead of testing the free-agent waters, Jake Westbrook decided to stay on the shores of Lake Erie. Westbrook, eligible for free agency after this season, signed a three-year, $33 million …

• Prep Roundup

  In Sports on Page C5 Baseball Mead scored five runs in the first inning and cruised past visiting Ferris (6-5) 8-4 Friday afternoon in the Greater Spokane League.

• Terry saves day for Zags

  In Sports on Page C5 Sophomore Mike Terry hit a three-run home run in the top of the seventh inning Friday, giving Gonzaga a 3-2 win at Santa Clara (17-18, 4-3) in a West Coast …

• EWU offense rolls in first scrimmage

  In Sports on Page C5 Sophomore quarterback Matt Nichols completed all seven of his passes for 148 yards as the Eastern Washington football team concluded its first week of spring practice with a 36-play scrimmage …

• Vallies does it all in NC victory

  In Sports on Page C5 North Central likes its chances with pitcher Kelcie Vallies on the mound. But despite a stalwart performance, her Indians trailed host University 2-1 entering the seventh inning of Friday’s Greater …

• NO HEADLINE

  In HandleX on Page C6 Baseball College

• Today’s menu

  In Sports on Page C6 For 04-14-2007

• The Slice: Maybe we could steal their sun

  In Features on Page E1 Sooner or later, the Southwest is going to try to steal our water. It’s inevitable. Just look at population trends.

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  ENEMIES OF HATRED

  In Features on Page E1 Along with the 1 million people who were massacred in Rwanda 13 years ago, a memorial in the capital of Kigali also remembers the victims of another genocide: the 6 …

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  Life changes give artist inspiration, reason to ride

  In Features on Page E1 ‘This whole art venture of mine seems to be guided,” says Western artist Ron Hauser, “that’s why I call it ‘Painting for a Purpose.’ ” Hauser, who spent four decades …

• Horoscope

  In Features on Page E2 For 04-14-2007

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  Some successful Cross breeding

  In Features on Page E2 Marcia Cross, who recently gave birth to twins, is a proud member of the Mom Club. “I wanted to be a member of that club so badly, and now I’m …

• Mom verbally abuses Grandma

  In Features on Page E2 Dear Annie: My 90-year-old grandmother moved into my parents’ house a year ago, because Grandma was showing signs of dementia and kept forgetting to take her medications. My sister lives …

• Let’s remember words for what they are

  In Features on Page E3 With Easter’s recent passing (or Oestre, if you prefer its pagan root), I’d like to continue a discussion that some, no doubt, wish I’d just stick to – i.e., “faith …

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  Trip inspiring

  In Features on Page E3 When missionaries visited the childhood churches of three area women, the visitors instilled in them a commitment to their church and their faith, nourishing a global awareness of bonds with …

• Community events

  In Features on Page E3 For 04-14-2007

• Peter H. Gott, M.D.: Quit statins to end pain

  In Features on Page E5 Dear Dr. Gott: In the recent past, I read a letter sent to you concerning pain in limbs of persons on statins. I have been on Lipitor for a considerable …

• S&P’s yield rate reflects slow growth

  In Business on Page F1 NEW YORK – After nearly four years of stratospheric profit growth for Standard & Poor’s 500 companies, investors are about to see earnings come back down to earth. Hundreds of …

• Dividends have role

  In Business on Page F1 NEW YORK – Dividend funds once held an image of a reliable teammate – not a player languishing on the bench but also not the one drawing accolades from fans. …

• Dry conditions mean less humidity

  In HandleX on Page I2 One of the most enjoyable aspects of living in the Inland Northwest is the climate. For snow lovers, there is ample white stuff (usually) for the various types of winter …

• Jacob Davies receives Eagle Scout award

  In HandleX on Page I2 Jacob Davies recently received the Eagle Scout award, the highest award given by the Boy Scouts. Davies, son of Robert and Sonja Davies of Coeur d’Alene, belongs to Troop 209 …

• Feature creature

  In HandleX on Page I3 There’s nothing to fear when your black cat goes by the name of Sweetie Pie. She has earned the title of goodwill ambassador in her current foster home. Sweetie Pie …

• Calendar

  In HandleX on Page I3 For 04-14-2007

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  Strong families the goal of ICARE

  In HandleX on Page I4 More than 950 children in Kootenai County will be abused or neglected this year, according to Beth Barclay, director of ICARE Children and Family Advocacy Center. And it’s likely those …

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  Excel grant being used for bird sanctuary project

  In HandleX on Page I7 If all goes as fourth-graders at Hayden Meadows Elementary School plan, the school will be home to an official bird sanctuary. Students painted wooden birdhouses last month, and fourth-grade teacher …

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  Tri Club offers info, support for athletes

  In HandleX on Page I8 At this time last year, Chris Shelton was 20 pounds heavier, never had trained for a triathlon and was living a much different lifestyle. That all changed last summer when …

• Library’s story time a fun introduction to reading

  In HandleX on Page I9 One of the finest gems in North Idaho can be found at the Coeur d’Alene Public Library, where Thursday nights bring parents and children together for Family Story Time. The …

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  Raptor rehabbers

  In HandleX on Page I10 Birds of prey are such magnificent creatures. Eagles are stately, hawks are the epitome of patience, osprey are fishers extraordinaire, falcons are grace and speed combined in deadly form and …

• Temptation around every corner at ag show

  In HandleX on Page I12 A few weeks ago, my husband and I went to the agricultural show in Spokane. Attending the biggest agricultural event in the area has been a dream of Lee’s for …

• New coffeehouse opens in Hayden Creek Plaza

  In HandleX on Page I13 Last week, we discussed details of several businesses that are going into Coeur d’Alene’s north-central corridor, primarily Neider Avenue north. This week and next week, we’ll continue with the parade …

• Museum annual meeting will include talk on railroad history

  In HandleX on Page I14 John Wood will discuss “Railroads of Idaho’s Panhandle” at the Museum of North Idaho’s annual meeting and banquet Tuesday at the Hayden Lake Country Club, 1800 Bozanta Drive. Wood will …

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  Religion notebook

  In HandleX on Page I14 Elder Lloyd B. Grubham, of St. Maries, has graduated from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Seminary and is scheduled to serve a two-year Italy-Milan mission next month. …

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  Old West

  In HandleX on Page I15 You’ve got to love the place. It has character; it has history; it has local heroes – and it had bad guys. Nevada City, Mont., offers noncommercialized, preserved Old West …

• Dining experience fabulous at Fiesta Mexicana

  In HandleX on Page I16 There still are times when I drive by that neon orange and green building at Fourth and Appleway in Coeur d’Alene and long for the glory days of Godfather’s Pizza’s …

• Music & Arts

  In HandleX on Page I16 Today Blue Print Band (80’s rock) – 7 p.m., Cruisers, 6105 W. Seltice Way, Stateline, 773-4706.

• Catholic Daughters committed to serving others’ needs

  In HandleX on Page I19 A group of concerned women in the Coeur d’Alene area is helping improve the smiles of children living thousands of miles from North Idaho. Rosemary McGrath, a longtime Kootenai County …

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  Bridging the golf divide

  In Sports on Page K2 The Spokane area, thanks primarily to the affordability, accessibility and overall quality of its seven city and county owned courses, has built a handsome reputation through the years as an …

• Payne looks like leader

  In Sports on Page K3 AUGUSTA, Ga. — Billy Payne will one day admit the first woman member of Augusta National Golf Club. How do I know this? Do I have secret evidence? Where is …

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  Inland Northwest Golf Directory

  In Sports on Page K5 Find information on more than 60 courses within a day’s drive of Spokane at SpokesmanReview.com. Also, see an archive of past Inland Northwest Golf stories, including how to play dozens …

• Tiger tourney an invite

  In Sports on Page K7 The PGA Tour recently approved a field of 120 for Tiger Woods’ tournament in July, defusing a debate that divided players for weeks. When the AT&T National in Washington, D.C., …

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  It’s only for the Masters

  In Sports on Page K8 AUGUSTA, Ga. — Tiger Woods called it the hardest Masters he had ever seen, and the numbers back him up. There were twice as many bogeys as birdies, and that …

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  Points race dishonors tradition

  In Sports on Page K9 When Phil Mickelson put the green jacket on Zach Johnson after Johnson won the Masters on Sunday, you can be sure this conversation did not happen: Mickelson: “Congratulations, Zach. Well …

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  For the love of the game

  In Sports on Page K10 It wasn’t like Dennis Reger slept through golf’s latest Age of Technology, but he pretty much missed it, just the same. That happens when you put your clubs away for …

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  Get a grip: check your clubs

  In Sports on Page K12 MOUNT VERNON, Wash. — The sun was actually out for a short time. It was long enough for throngs of golfers to hit the links at a time when the …

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  Pressel riding ‘Crazy’ train after win

  In Sports on Page K13 REUNION, Fla. — Morgan Pressel has one word to describe the recent days since becoming the youngest major champion in LPGA history. “Crazy,” she said.

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  The world is his oyster

  In Sports on Page K14 Masters champion Zach Johnson told the nation that he has no plans to change, despite becoming the first Iowan to win golf’s storied tournament. Life could be changing quickly and …

• In brief: Area royalty crowned tonight

  In Voices on Page V1 Miss Spokane Valley will be crowned at Central Valley High School tonight. The Greater Spokane Valley Chamber of Commerce will award a $1,000 scholarship to the winner and $500 scholarships …

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  Story of Mica

  In Voices on Page V1 It was the deal that changed Cecil and Lynn Boyds’ lives forever. Twenty-three years ago, living in rural North Idaho, the husband and wife were looking for a change when …

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  Bodi-licious, for health and fitness

  In Voices on Page V1 A new day spa with a focus on overall health and wellness has opened in the Spokane Valley. “I have always wanted to have a place where you could take …

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  ‘I am very fortunate’

  In Voices on Page V1 Born and raised in a poor village of Ghana, Africa, Elizabeth Kakraba lived with little promise of a future. After winning a diversity lottery visa, and moving to Spokane in …

• Register now for CVSD summer classes, camps

  In Voices on Page V2 Registration is open for summer school, sports and theater camps offered by the Central Valley School District. Tuition-based classes are available for in-district and out-of-district students entering grades 1-12.

• Picnic to benefit Spokane Valley Heritage Museum

  In Voices on Page V2 There is an increased chance of rain in the forecast for Thursday evening. That forecast has nothing to do with cold fronts, low-pressure areas or barometric readings anywhere in the …

• Clean-water pledge asked of homeowners

  In Voices on Page V2 Clean water advocates will be knocking on doors in Liberty Lake today encouraging residents to pledge doing their part to clean up the watershed. The pledge is a community action …

• Government almanac

  In Voices on Page V2 Monday Valley Fire – 4 p.m. at Station 1, 10319 E. Sprague.

• Week in Review

  In Voices on Page V2 Fire District 2 (Fairfield) – No activity to report. (Source: Chief Adam Brannon) Edgecliff SCOPE – Volunteers discussed the recent pancake breakfast and how to make it go more smoothly …

• Spring in Spokane Valley

  In City on Page V4 The sun is shining, the playfields are full and the birds are singing. We’d like to see your best seasonal photographs for Picture Perfect, our weekly community scrapbook of photos …

• Volunteer

  In Voices on Page V5 For 04-14-2007

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  Scouts go to great lengths to help others

  In Voices on Page V5 Three Spokane Valley fifth-grade boys evaded scissors for nearly two years to help others through the Locks of Love program. Trevor Ball, Davis Hill and Ben Hutchens sat on stools …

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  Photographer captures moments for those with busy lives to enjoy

  In Voices on Page V6 For a 19-year-old, Alan Plemmons Jr. is quite mature in a laid-back kind of way. He married just over seven months ago, his wife has a child on the way, …

• Reverse job fair Wednesday

  In Voices on Page V6 Employers take note – a reverse job fair featuring students from Spokane Valley high schools will take place April 25. Potential hires from several schools will be displaying their resumes …

• Youth

  In Voices on Page V6 For 04-14-2007

• CV boys, EV girls boast undefeated track teams

  In Voices on Page V7 Central Valley’s boys and East Valley’s girls track teams remained undefeated when the two Spokane Valley schools went head-to-head in meets on Thursday. The Bears boys (3-0) beat their Knights …

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  Typically busy

  In Voices on Page V7 Haley Bauman covers a lot of ground as the veteran shortstop for the West Valley High School softball team. Today she will cover a huge section of Eastern Washington.

• Senior meals

  In Voices on Page V8 For the week of April 16-20 Monday – Meatloaf with gravy, mashed potatoes, Scandinavian vegetables, fruit cocktail, rye bread, spice cake.