Stories for October 18, 2009

• Deputies investigate discovery of body

  In News Body found wrapped in blankets off Day Mount Spokane Road

• Sophisticated pot fields a growing problem in Washington

  In City on Page A1 Some of the most innovative farming techniques in the Northwest are being applied to a cash crop that isn’t wheat, apples or grapes. It’s a low-tech but high-stakes, high-risk venture … 18

• Paving nearly complete on Fish Lake Trail

  In Outdoors on Page C14 Spokane is on the verge of having a spiffy, newly paved stretch of rail trail that eventually will run all the way to Cheney. Contractors this month are putting the … 2

• Loyal to the corps

  In City on Page B1 It’s been more than 35 years since Dave Larson played alongside fellow musicians with the Percussion Naut Patriots fife and drum corps. On Saturday it all came back to him …

• Bert Caldwell: Bank survival is essential for community

  In Business on Page E1 Banking regulators have become the process servers for a sick Washington economy, delivering orders and memorandums commanding financial directors, chief executive officers and other executives to clean up their institutions. … 7

• Offensive targets hub of militant activity

  In Nation/World on Page A1 ISLAMABAD, Pakistan – The move by Pakistan’s military into the Taliban and al-Qaida stronghold of South Waziristan on Saturday launched a risky offensive widely seen as the key to crushing …

• Sheriff seeks charges in balloon boy drama

  In Nation/World on Page A1 FORT COLLINS, Colo. – Deputies searched the home of a couple caught up in Colorado’s “balloon boy” saga Saturday night after the sheriff said he was pursuing criminal charges in …

• Accuracy watch

  In City on Page A2 For 10-18-2009

• Rival drug gangs, police clash in Rio

  In Nation/World on Page A3 RIO DE JANEIRO, Brazil – Drug traffickers shot down a police helicopter during a gunbattle between rival gangs Saturday, killing two officers and injuring four in a burst of violence …

• Hurricane Rick’s winds at 180 mph

  In Nation/World on Page A3 MEXICO CITY – Hurricane Rick grew Saturday into the strongest storm in the eastern North Pacific Ocean in more than a decade. The extremely dangerous Category 5 hurricane had sustained …

• Sharpton threatens to sue Limbaugh

  In Nation/World on Page A3 NEW YORK – The Rev. Al Sharpton on Saturday threatened to sue conservative radio host Rush Limbaugh for writing in a column that the civil rights leader played a role … 1

• Insurgents renew attacks, destroy two bridges in Iraq

  In Nation/World on Page A4 RAMADI, Iraq – Insurgents detonated a truck loaded with five tons of explosives Saturday on a bridge here that links western Iraq to Jordan and Syria, pulverizing part of the …

• BP will lead oil consortium

  In Nation/World on Page A4 BAGHDAD – The Iraqi government said Saturday it has approved a contract with a British-Chinese consortium to develop a prized oil field in southern Iraq, a significant achievement for a …

• In brief: Reporter held for months released

  In Nation/World on Page A4 Tehran, Iran – Iran released a foreign Newsweek reporter on bail Saturday almost four months after he was arrested following the country’s disputed presidential election. Maziar Bahari, a dual Iranian-Canadian …

• In brief: Adult novelty entrepreneur buffs up candidate resume

  In Nation/World on Page A5 Trenton, N.J. – A lot of small-business owners run for the Legislature, but one New Jersey candidate can tout a unique entrepreneurial experience: hosting sex toy parties. Stepfanie Velez-Gentry is …

• Election solution founders

  In Nation/World on Page A10 KABUL, Afghanistan – The United States and other powers struggled Saturday to persuade Afghanistan’s President Hamid Karzai to accept a deal to resolve the dispute over the country’s tainted presidential …

• Building projects envision presence

  In Nation/World on Page A10 WASHINGTON – While the Obama administration weighs whether to send additional troops to Afghanistan, the U.S. military is spending billions of dollars on construction projects to ensure the country’s infrastructure …

• Quake warning system in works

  In Nation/World on Page A11 SAN JOSE, Calif. – It is the Holy Grail of seismology, sought by earthquake scientists for more than a century: the ability to provide advance warning of the Big One, …

• New face assured in Spokane’s northeast district

    In City on Page B1 The battle for the empty Spokane City Council seat representing northeast Spokane pits the right-hand man of Washington’s most famous political operative against a relative newcomer to city politics. Mike … 1

• Vote by mail just doesn’t stir passion

  In City on Page B1 Ballots for the Nov. 3 general election were mailed out the other day. All across Spokane County, voters have now received their ballots and carefully put them aside in a … 2

• In brief: Arson suspected in house fire

  In City on Page B1 Fire officials believe arson is to blame for a blaze that damaged a vacant home in northeast Spokane on Friday. The Spokane Fire Department was called to 1404 E. North …

• Bear traffic shuts down area

  In City on Page B2 BOZEMAN – Montana officials have closed an area in the Gallatin National Forest east of Cooke City because the carcass of a grizzly bear killed while mauling a hunter last …

• No federal aid for Nile Valley

  In City on Page B3 NACHES, Wash. – As road crews race to build a detour around the massive Nile Valley landslide, Gov. Chris Gregoire warned Saturday that federal disaster assistance will not help people …

• Oregon town’s war protest endures after eight years

  In Region on Page B3 CORVALLIS, Ore. – It started the way things do in a small town. It was the autumn of 2001, New York’s World Trade Center had been attacked, there was talk …

• Verdict: Judge is no carpetbagger

  In City on Page B3 When someone hurls a political slur during campaign season, it’s probably too much to expect for the slur-slinger to get it right. But still … In an e-mail to constituents …

• UI chief: Higher ed underfunded too long

  In City on Page B3 MOSCOW, Idaho – The results of a lack of investment in public higher education in Idaho and the rest of the nation are becoming apparent with increased global competition, University … 2

• In brief: Activists push cleaner energy

  In City on Page B3 PORTLAND – The final public hearing on the latest Northwest regional power plan drew a much larger crowd than in the past as activists pushed for cleaner energy in the …

• A spooky 100th anniversary

  In City on Page B7 West Valley City School took up residence in a historic building on East Valleyway Avenue in 2000, and this year the school is celebrating the 100th anniversary of that building, …

• Cute kids, repulsive politics

  In Opinion on Page B8 While heading into work on Friday, I saw a small group on the corner of Second Avenue and Lincoln Street waving signs in opposition to Referendum 71, which would give … 3

• White House only aids, abets critics

  In Opinion on Page B8 As the war of words escalates between conservative gabmeisters and the White House, Americans might pause to wonder: Have we lost our minds? On any given day, life in the …

• Prop 4 goals laudable, but undermined by vagaries

  In Opinion on Page B8 Focus on just one provision of Envision Spokane’s Community Bill of Rights and you get an idea of the problem with the whole thing: Residents have the right to affordable … 1

• I-1033 pro: Limiting government revenue growth, unless voters approve

  In Opinion on Page B9 Despite newspapers like The Spokesman-Review lobbying for and getting a massive taxpayer-financed bailout from Olympia this year, they don’t recognize that average taxpayers are hurting too. And the worst thing … 11

• I-1033 con: One-size formula doesn’t fit all; voters already hold leaders accountable

  In Opinion on Page B9 To officials struggling to maintain essential public services, Tim Eyman’s latest initiative brings a sinking feeling. Initiative 1033 would limit state, county and city government revenues to a formula of … 7

• Idaho out front

    In Sports on Page C1 MOSCOW, Idaho – A Texas-sized grin plastered on his face, safety Shiloh Keo galloped off the field Saturday repeating the same four words. “We’ve got a shot,” he hollered, referring …

• Griz find winner

  In Sports on Page C1 MISSOULA – Beau Baldwin was hoping the flattering comments he made about the University of Montana football program earlier in the week would not prove prophetic on Saturday. That wasn’t …

• Nichols’ ache won’t go away

  In Sports on Page C1 MISSOULA – Say, about that NCAA appeal … Uh, never mind.

• Yankees win marathon on error

  In Sports on Page C1 NEW YORK – Alex Rodriguez is turning this postseason into his personal showcase. Coming through under pressure once again, Rodriguez hit a tying homer in the 11th inning and the …

• Feisty Chiefs melt down Ice

  In Sports on Page C1 The Spokane Chiefs haven’t tried doing things the easy way often this year. This time, however, it didn’t cost them.

• Williams shocks gym world

  In Sports on Page C1 Gymnastics: Kayla Williams probably ruins the curve in her classes at school, too. The 16-year-old American, who was still competing at the level below elite five months ago, looked like …

• Newsmakers

  In Sports on Page C2 Investigated A video showing Diego Maradona making crude gestures on the team bus after his profanity-filled tirade on live television could complicate Argentina officials’ efforts to put the scandal behind …

• In brief: Flawless Kim wins free skate at Paris event

  In Sports on Page C2 Skating: World champion Kim Yu-na of South Korea captured the Trophee Bompard in Paris on Saturday, winning the free skate with a flawless performance to finish ahead of Japanese skaters …

• Today’s Best

  In Sports on Page C2 Montel Harris Boston College running back rushed for 264 yards and five touchdowns in a win over N.C. State.

• Scoreboard

  In Sports on Page C2 Baseball ALCS

• Expansion Sounders clinch playoff

  In Sports on Page C3 KANSAS CITY, Kan. – Seattle Sounders FC became only the second expansion team to make the MLS playoffs in its first year, clinching a postseason berth with a 3-2 victory …

• Husband, wife bring home gold

  In Sports on Page C3 Hugh and Elisabeth Lewis of Liberty Lake both brought home gold medals in barebow recurve target archery from the Huntsman World Senior Games in St. George, Utah, last weekend. Hugh …

• Chasing Johnson

  In Sports on Page C4 CONCORD, N.C. – One by one, the championship contenders struggled to stay out of trouble at Lowe’s Motor Speedway. Not Jimmie Johnson, though.

• Defense lifts Pirates

  In Sports on Page C4 Whitworth held Puget Sound to three first-half points and freshman quarterback Taylor Eglet engineered three scoring drives in the second quarter, hitting three different receivers for TDs to highlight a …

• Barrichello takes Grand Prix pole

  In Sports on Page C4 SAO PAULO – Rubens Barrichello won the pole for his hometown Brazilian Grand Prix in a chaotic qualifying session that was affected by heavy rain. He’s the only title contender …

• Nevada runs by Utah St.

  In Sports on Page C5 Colin Kaepernick threw for three touchdowns while the nation’s leading rushing team continued to chalk up big yards as Nevada topped Utah State 35-32 Saturday at Logan, Utah. The Wolf …

• Broncos didn’t help themselves

  In Sports on Page C5 Win and advance in polls and perception. College football’s procession has long been established. But Boise State is changing the pattern, and not in a good way for the Broncos, …

• Vikings no match for NAU

  In Sports on Page C6 Michael Herrick passed for 254 yards and three touchdowns to lead Northern Arizona to a convincing 44-23 victory over Portland State (2-5, 1-4) on Saturday at Portland. Northern Arizona (4-2, …

• ASU surprises UW

  In Sports on Page C7 Danny Sullivan threw a 50-yard touchdown pass to Chris McGaha with five seconds to play Saturday night to give Arizona State a stunning 24-17 victory over Washington at Tempe, Ariz. …

• UW falls asleep

  In Sports on Page C7 TEMPE, Ariz. – Living on the edge has been the way of life for this year’s University of Washington football team, and on Saturday night the Huskies finally fell off. …

• Irish put up a fight

  In Sports on Page C7 SOUTH BEND, Ind. – Jimmy Clausen and Notre Dame pushed Southern California to the very last second, showing the Fighting Irish could go toe-to-toe with their fiercest rival. Beating the …

• Irish fight back, can’t finish

  In Sports on Page C7 SOUTH BEND, Ind. – Jimmy Clausen and Notre Dame pushed Southern California to the very last second, showing the Fighting Irish could go toe-to-toe with their fiercest rival. Beating the …

• Wild win for ’Zona

  In Sports on Page C7 TUCSON, Ariz. – In an electrifying offensive duel, all it took was one stop to win. Arizona came up with two.

• Cal puts forth Best effort at UCLA

  In Sports on Page C7 PASADENA, Calif. – Jahvid Best’s asthma was acting up, and he couldn’t find space to move against a UCLA defense that had been nearly as stifling as the Rose Bowl’s … 1

• Horns top OU

  In Sports on Page C8 Aaron Williams knocked out Heisman Trophy winner Sam Bradford on a first-quarter sack, then he and Earl Thomas picked off backup Landry Jones in the fourth quarter to send No. …

• Gators narrowly avoid upset

  In Sports on Page C8 GAINESVILLE, Fla. – Tim Tebow stood on the sideline with his eyes closed. He couldn’t bear to watch, not after seeing so much go wrong all afternoon. Tebow directed a …

• Purdue shocks No. 7 Ohio State

  In Sports on Page C8 WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. – Former Purdue quarterback Drew Brees had a simple message for current Boilermakers signal caller Joey Elliott. “Drew Brees texted me last night and said: ‘Hey, go …

• Georgia Tech foils Hokies’ title hopes

  In Sports on Page C8 ATLANTA – Virginia Tech might have lost its shot at a national championship. Josh Nesbitt rushed for 122 yards and three touchdowns – the last of them tiptoeing down the …

• Titans lose their luster

  In Sports on Page C9 It’s no great shock that the Kansas City Chiefs, St. Louis Rams and Tampa Bay Buccaneers are 0-5 this season. They all made coaching changes and shook up their front … 1

• Pujols in no hurry

  In Sports on Page C10 ST. LOUIS – Albert Pujols finished the 2009 season in much the same way as his previous eight seasons: as the major leagues’ most productive, most consistent player. The Cardinals’ …

• Utley blunders a cause for concern

  In Sports on Page C10 PHILADELPHIA – Chase Utley makes two costly throwing errors, and suddenly he’s being mentioned with Steve Sax and Chuck Knoblauch. Utley’s fielding gaffes were the talk of the town when …

• Such drama

  In Sports on Page C11 Judging by the reactions of the winner and loser Saturday afternoon, the 5A Region I girls soccer championship match wasn’t any less suspenseful just because the teams had already secured …

• Bulldogs fight back, defeat Santa Clara

  In Sports on Page C11 Gonzaga (7-11, 3-2) learned its lesson from Thursday’s crushing loss to San Francisco and flipped things around against West Coast Conference adversary Santa Clara (11-9, 1-4), coming back from down …

• Trojans, Bengals will meet for title

  In Sports on Page C11 The Post Falls volleyball team opened the Region I 5A volleyball tournament with a 25-14, 27-25, 25-15 sweep of Coeur d’Alene Saturday in Post Falls. Andrea Mohney led the Trojans …

• WSU opens eyes

  In Sports on Page C11 The Washington State men’s cross country team took a firm step in the direction of a berth at nationals Saturday with a seventh place finish at the Pre-Nationals Invitational in …

• Patient Vikings claim 5A Region I crown

  In Sports on Page C11 Coeur d’Alene boys soccer coach Eric Louis was mildly alarmed midway through the first half of the 5A Region I championship game Saturday afternoon at Post Falls. Louis had just …

• On the air

  In Sports on Page C12 For 10-18-2009

• Today’s menu

  In Sports on Page C12 For 10-18-2009

• Ferry County votes on trail

  In Outdoors on Page C13 Ferry County residents will make a critical decision on Nov. 3 regarding use of a prized abandoned railway the county acquired this year: Will motorized vehicles be allowed on the …

• ORVers sue state for funding

  In Outdoors on Page C13 OFF-ROADING –The Washington Off Highway Vehicle Alliance has teamed with the Northwest Motorcycle Association to file a lawsuit against the state of Washington to block the transfer of $9.5 million …

• Wolf plan to get public hearings

  In Outdoors on Page C14 A draft management and conservation plan released recently for gray wolves in Washington presents a blueprint for ushering the predators through their gradual revival to eventual delisting from state endangered … 1

• Out & About

  In Outdoors on Page C14 Luck of the draw in Alpine Lakes OUTLAST – For the first time in seven years, Donna Larsen did not draw a coveted permit to camp in the Enchantment Lakes …

• Support for a dying caregiver

  In Features on Page D1 ELBURN, Ill. – The mother called Conley Funeral Home to tell them her 17-year-old son was dead. Michael had been found miles from this rural town, dumped frostbitten and bruised …

• The Slice: We could do without the shock

  In Features on Page D1 Maybe static electricity is nature’s way of making us feel like lab rats. Let’s move on.

• A big step for Walsh

  In Features on Page D2 Dylan Walsh isn’t into the whole spiritual psychobabble deconstruction of acting. He’s a lot more blunt about taking on an iconic villain role, the title character in the newly released …

• Be realistic about ‘friending’ your ex

  In Features on Page D2 Dear Carolyn: An ex-boyfriend recently sent me a Facebook friend request, which I accepted. I am married with children and so is he. We live several states apart. After reminiscing …

• Horoscope

  In Features on Page D2 For 10-18-2009

• Outside thinking

  In Features on Page D3 There is something about autumn that makes us want to capture the brilliant fall colors and bring them indoors. “This year, I’ve noticed that our customers have been anxious for …

• Some dry facts about towels

  In Features on Page D3 “How’d you like the towel?” I asked a guy in my household. “It was a towel,” he said.

• Ammonia, mineral spirits can work as degreasers

  In Features on Page D3 Q. A great deal of grease has accumulated on the ceramic-tile walls and wood cabinets near our kitchen stove. I tried several household cleaners, with poor results. Can you help? …

• Home Calendar

  In Features on Page D4 Arts/Crafts Cathedral Harvest Festival - Craft and bake sale through Nov. 11, Saturdays, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. and Sundays, 7 a.m.-1 p.m.; Saturday lunch, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.; and Sunday breakfast after …

• Trio of upcoming shows will have jazz fans keyed up

  In Features on Page D5 We begin this week’s Spotlight with three items that should have jazz aficionados drooling: • “The Legends of Jazz” concert is coming to the Bing Crosby Theater on Oct. 26 …

• Social Calendar

  In Features on Page D5 “Well, Well, Well” - Benefit concert for Lutheran World Relief water well project, featuring Tim Campbell, Susan Windham, Tamara Schupman and Linda Siverts. Today, 2 p.m., Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 2715 …

• Secrets to a Majer transformation

  In Features on Page D6 Chris Majer, well-known Spokane entrepreneur, says he can turn you into a new, more effective person in three months. But he can get you started in just an hour or …

• Literary Calendar

  In Features on Page D6 Among local literary events over the coming week (free unless otherwise indicated): Joan Hockaday - Seattle author narrates a slide show presentation of her book, “Greenscapes: Olmsted’s Pacific Northwest.” Today, …

• Alexie displays unique style

  In Features on Page D6 Sherman Alexie mixes up comedy and tragedy, shoots it through with tenderness, then delivers with a provocateur’s don’t-give-a-damn flourish. “War Dances” is the former Spokane author’s first book-length work that …

• Best sellers

  In Features on Page D6 Fiction 1. “The Lost Symbol,” Dan Brown (Doubleday, $29.95)

• ‘Beauty Bash’ seeks donations for homeless, low-income women

  In Features on Page D7 Women who buy a lot of makeup often get free gifts with their purchases – a tube of lipstick, some eye shadow, a small vial of perfume. And often, these …

• Pumpkin portraits

  Fall is here, and it’s time for another Halloween coloring contest. The contest is open to ages 12 and under.

• Strikers discover a changed world

  In Business on Page E1 ELKHART, Ind. – By 10:30 a.m., the lot at Disabled American Veterans Post 19 is nearly full, and a table spread with potato salad and chicken beckons. The only thing …

• States institute new rules that limit debt collectors

  In Business on Page E1 WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. – With many Americans in dire financial straits, states are cracking down to make sure aggressive debt collectors target only people who legitimately owe them money. National consumer …

• We’re not quite sure about you, but we hope you don’t leave us

  In Business on Page E2 When the BBB board of directors hired me from Colorado Springs in December 1998, I spent the first couple of months just meeting business people in Spokane and Coeur d’Alene. … 1

• Gold has shown its mettle, but how high can it go?

  In Business on Page E2 Gold’s image may be changing as its price settles in above $1,000 an ounce and continues to set records. The conventional view sees the shiny metal as often-reliable protection in …

• Week Ahead

  In Business on Page E2 Monday Spokane City Forum Luncheon – Reservations are due by 4 p.m. today. Randy Dorn, state superintendent of public instruction, and Nancy Stowell, superintendent of Spokane Public Schools, will discuss …

• Business beat

  In Business on Page E2 New faces InCyte Pathology has hired Dr. Sanjay Logani in the practice of pathology, anatomic/clinical and cytopathology. He is a graduate of Maulana Azad Medical College, completed his internship and …

• IRS won’t change retirement contribution limits

  In Business on Page E4 DES MOINES, Iowa – The maximum contribution limits for your 401(k) and other retirement plans will stay the same next year, the IRS says. The agency is keeping the maximum …

• Investors would be wise to take good look at Oracle

  In Business on Page E6 Some investors are abandoning database software giant Oracle (Nasdaq: ORCL), following what looks like a sobering fiscal-first-quarter earnings report. That’s probably a big mistake. OK, Oracle’s $5.1 billion in revenue …

• Walla Walla withstood downturn

  In Business on Page E6 WALLA WALLA – The start of a recession apparently didn’t faze tourists heading into Walla Walla last year. Visitors spent a record $91.4 million in their travels to the community …

• Teaching them to play

  In Idaho Voices on Page I1 Ramsey Elementary teacher Trena Burt was recently recognized as the 2009 Idaho Elementary Physical Education Teacher of the Year. Anna Wilson, principal at Ramsey, knows all about Burt’s dedication, in …

• Luna says public schools can’t take more cuts

  In Idaho Voices on Page I1 State Superintendent of Schools Tom Luna says Idaho’s public schools need a 9.2 percent increase in state general funds next year, just to keep even and accommodate more students. In …

• Fires give generosity a chance to shine

  In Idaho Voices on Page I1 At a time when things were at an economic low for the auto industry, an unexpected setback struck Riverside Auto in Bonners Ferry. On Aug. 3, the community watched as …

• At church, expect hard questions

  In Idaho Voices on Page I1 After she recovered from a broken hip suffered in a fall at Mass seven weeks ago, John Austin’s mother wanted nothing more than to return to church. So John’s sister, …

• Why does summer end so abruptly?

  In Idaho Voices on Page I2 During the past three years of these columns, one of the things that I’ve often pointed out about October, is that it is a transitional month. My husband, also a …

• Swanks offer thanks for kindnesses

  In Idaho Voices on Page I2 A message from Drew Swank’s family … Thank you from the bottom of our hearts to all the folks throughout the Inland Northwest and beyond who’ve so lovingly reached out …

• Still frightening

  In Idaho Voices on Page I3 It’s been a reigning champion of frights and fits for more than a generation. The “Nightmare on Fourth Street,” otherwise known as the Post Falls Lions Club’s annual haunted house, …

• Hockey teams, figure skaters will get replacement arena

  In Idaho Voices on Page I3 A year from now, ice arena activities will return to North Idaho. Kootenai Youth Recreation Organization plans to construct the KYRO Community Arena at 3525 Seltice Way. The building will …

• Book drive started for Kinder Center

  In Idaho Voices on Page I3 Bryan Elementary is hosting a book drive for the Coeur d’Alene School District’s new Kinder Center, beginning Monday and continuing through Oct. 30. The Kinder Center is a new school …

• Building permits

  In Idaho Voices on Page I3 Coeur d’Alene Ed and Kevin Kok, 328 N. Forest Drive, residence remodel, valued at $80,000.

• Redline reaching goals

  In Idaho Voices on Page I4 As a defender, the closest Charlie Redline had gotten to a soccer goal crease the last three years was the one he plays with his back against. Going into this …

• Bankruptcies

  In Idaho Voices on Page I4 Filings from Sept. 30-Oct. 6. Chapter 7 (liquidation petitions)

• In brief: Choral concert aids food bank

  In Idaho Voices on Page I4 COEUR D’ALENE – The North Idaho College Concert Choir, NIC Madrigal Singers and Jazz Co. choir will perform in the Fall Chorale Preview today at the Coeur d’Alene First Presbyterian …

• It’s probably not authentic, but it’s definitely delicious

  In Idaho Voices on Page I6 The concept of the Mongolian BBQ is a bit of a fuzzy sham, albeit a delicious one. Turns out the basic idea actually originated in Taiwan within the last 30 …

• arts and music

  In Idaho Voices on Page I6 Today Charley Packard (Originals) – 6 p.m., Spuds Grill, 102 N. First, Sandpoint, (208) 265-4311.

• Church notebook

  In Idaho Voices on Page I8 Weekly Events Our Daily Bread Soup Kitchen – Offers free lunches each Sunday, 1:30-3 p.m., at Lutheran Church of the Master, 4800 N. Ramsey Road, Coeur d’Alene. Sponsored by the …

• calendar

  In Idaho Voices on Page I8 For 10-18-2009

• Creation science is logical

  In Letters On Oct. 10, in “Our primary picks stand for Nov. 3 general vote,” you stated about Spokane Public Schools Board Position 4, “Laura Carder wants change, but it’s the wrong …

• Citizens must step up

  In Letters In these days of bitter political divisions, rampant dishonesty, failed business ethics, religious bickering, prejudice, disregard for meaningful regulations, lack of common sense and civility, greed, failed international leadership, unfair … 1

• I-1033 is irresponsible

  In Letters The Spokane City Council has unanimously recommended that voters reject Initiative 1033, the latest brainchild of Tim Eyman and his buddy on the East Side, Mike Fagan. Council members realize, … 1

• Give the serfs a break

  In Letters In the Middle Ages, the serfs were required to work for their noble or landlord about 30 percent of their time. Today, local, state and federal taxes and regulations now …

• Fire protection at stake

  In Letters As a longtime Spokane resident and active member of the community, I have spoken many times about issues that are critical to our community. I ask you now to support …

• Hailey willing to listen

  In Letters I will be voting for Pat Hailey for the state House of Representatives from the 9th Legislative District. That may surprise people who are aware of my Democratic leanings, but …

• Give Wulff a chance

  In Sports I am surprised by Ed Hollow’s suggestion (Letters, Oct. 11, “Cougars need Akey”) for coach Paul Wulff’s dismissal after just 11/2 years.

• Landers off target

  In Sports Rich Landers once again shows his apathy toward animal welfare in general. (“Pacelle’s HSUS again …,” Oct. 15,).

• Landers jealous?

  In Sports I wonder why Rich Landers feels such hatred towards Wayne Pacelle President of Humane Society of the U.S.

• Pacelle a hero

  In Sports There is a great difference between those individuals whose goal is compassion for ALL forms of animal life (HSUS) versus the destruction of wild creatures for pleasure (Rich Landers).His feeble …

• It’s a bad mixture

  In Sports Sadly, you can’t have the NFL without politics.

• Praise well deserved

  In Sports Kudos to the Mead volleyball program for another impressive tournament win at the Crossover Classic last weekend.