MONDAY, OCT. 31, 2016
SATURDAY, OCT. 29, 2016
Hayden man charged in Kirk killing 15
Officials arrested 44-year-old David E. Hutto for second-degree murder Friday evening in connection with the death of Coeur d’Alene resident William “Bo” Kirk. Hutto was arrested just before 7 p.m. Friday at the Coeur d’Alene Burger King on Appleway, said Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office Lt. Stu Miller.
Weekend Wild Card -- 10.29-30.16
I joined my brother-in-law to see my first high school game of the year Friday, Coeur d'Alene High's 54-13 rout of Borah High. The Viks had too much talent. We sat high in the students' section. I was surprised that the game didn't have a better attendance, esp. from the students.
FRIDAY, OCT. 28, 2016
P.S. Into the lion's den 5
Republican Paul Amador with wife, Julie, prepares to be introduced prior to the debate today at the Kootenai County Democratic Club luncheon today. Unlike other GOP candidates in contested races, Amador had the courage to debate a Democrat, Tom Hearn, before the Democratic Club. Duane Rasmussen provides a photo set of the debate.
TGIF Wild Card -- 10.28.16 26
Eleven more days and our national nightmare, er, the 2016 presidential campaign will be over. Then, the losing side in this divided country can busy itself with bashing the winner for the next four years. If this country can survive another four years of the type of turmoil that we've had over the last 8 to 16.
CdA trucker gets life for sexually abusing boys 2
A long-haul trucker from Coeur d’Alene will spend at least 35 years in prison for molesting boys. Kevin Gerard Sloniker, 31, pleaded guilty earlier this year to molesting seven boys between the ages of 8 and 14 over the course of a decade. He met many of the boys and their families through Immaculate Conception Church in Post Falls.
CdA hires new city engineer 5
The City of Coeur d’Alene has hired local engineer and City resident Chris Bosley as the new City Engineer/Lead Project Manager.
Cutline Contest -- Time2Vote 19
The Cutline Contest today features a man dressed as a tree who was arrested for blocking traffic in Portland, Maine. The guy, Asher Woodworth, says the public display was intended to be performance art. Thursday Winner: Stitch.
City preps for annual Leaf Fest
The City of Coeur d’Alene is inviting residents to rake pine needles into the street for pickup as crews ready for the City’s annual leaf hauling endeavor – known as Leaf Fest. Coeur d’Alene is also inviting community members interested in utilizing leaves or pine needles for mulch or landscaping to call in and coordinate pickup.
PM Scanner Traffic -- 10.28.16 2
Scanner Traffic for Friday PM (27 items & counting + link to AM Scanner Traffic with 15 more items) includes report of boulder, 4 feet by 5 feet, that dislodged from hill and is blocking one lane of traffic in Bayview area & kayaker rescued by private boat after overturning on Spirit Lake ...
Ad: Piotrowski hammers Labrador 1
James Piotrowski, the Democratic challenger to 1st District GOP Rep. Raul Labrador, is airing a hard-hitting new TV ad that takes Labrador to task on everything from his voting record to his two paid cars, courtesy of his congressional office and his campaign.
Bingham to skip KEA forum, too 4
Republican Bob Bingham, who skipped a recent Athol candidates' forum, has declined an invitation for a commissioners' debate, sponsored by the Kootenai Environmental Alliance. Independent candidate Russ McLain, who is challenging Bingham, and uncontested Republican Chris Fillios have accepted invitations for the event next Thursday.
1/3 seeks 'rush' from scary movies 7
About one-third of us enjoy the adrenalin rush they get from watching scary movies, like "The Shining" and "The Texas Chainsaw Massacre." They're the thrill seekers, the type who like to jump out of airplanes. More males than females make up their ranks. Becky Kramer/SR reports. (Question: Which horror movie is your favorite?)
Stapilus: McMullin undercuts Trump 3
Randy Stapilus, the long-time Idaho political observer, sees the possibility of Independent Evan McMullin causing real problems for Republican Donald Trump in Utah and Idaho. McMullin, a member of the Latter-day Saints, has real appeal for Mormon voters who are appalled by the Republican nominee.
Finally, Scott responds to claims 8
Rep. Heather Scott, R-Blanchard, finally has responded to allegations that her supports are harassing supporters of Democratic opponent Kate McAlister, including McAlister's aged mother. Cameron Rasmussen of the Sandpoint Reader has the story.
FBI reopening Clinton email probe 48
FBI Director James Comey told lawmakers Friday the bureau is reopening the investigation into Hillary Clinton's personal email server, a surprise development 11 days ahead of the election. CNN reports. Question: How do you view this news?
AM Scanner Traffic -- 10.28.16
Scanner Traffic for Friday AM (15 items & counting) ...
Mary Lou: Looking down the ballot 1
In her monthly column in the Inlander, former state senator Mary Lou Reed urges Idaho voters to pay attention to political races below the all-consuming race for the U.S. presidency. There are important races to be decided in Kootenai County and North Idaho, she points out.
Eye doctor wins in end 13
Sheriff Mitch Alexander of Shoshone County is sporting his first pair of glasses ever after noticing that the small print in books and documents was getting harder to read. In his words, Mitch said: "My arms were almost to short for me to read small print." Question: When did you get your first pair of glasses?
Signs of the (desperate) times 2
Cindy Hval spotted two signs displayed by panhandlers at the corner of 2nd & Freya in Spokane this week. The panhandlers are getting more creative. Or creepier, sez she. See what the signs said below.
An Idaho frame of mind
And another reason why Keith Boe of Post Falls loves Idaho. He’s at Coeur d’Alene Staples when a clerk offers him a bag for his toner purchase. Keith declines. Responds the clerk: “Good, save all them woodland creatures, more to fish, more to shoot, more to eat that way”
AM Headlines -- 10.28.16 1
AM Headlines today kicks off with a photo of Congressman Raul Labrador wandering into Arizona to support Republican Donald Trump's campaign for president. Also: Public Records (Oct 28)/Press, Schneidmiller is citizen of the year/Press, Co-workers recall Kirk as jokester, family man/KHQ, October 2016 nears rainfall record/Press...
Poll: Hucks Nation backs Malek
In Thursday's poll, a supermajority of Hucks Nation backs incumbent Rep. Luke Malek, R-Coeur d'Alene, over Democrat Patrick Mitchell in the race for the House District 4A (Coeur d'Alene) seat. Today's Poll: Who will get your vote in the race for the Senate District 4 (Coeur d'Alene) seat -- Republican Mary Souza or Democrat Kristi Milan?
Biz lobby launches ad for McKenzie 4
Dunno why the Idaho Association of Business and Industry is sticking its oar in an Idaho Supreme Court race. But it is -- on behalf of state Sen. Curt McKenzie. Meanwhile, Betsy Russell reports, McKenzie's opponent, Robyn Brody, has launched her own statewide ad.
Press: Vote 'no' on HJR 5 2
In an edit today, the Coeur d'Alene Press urges a "no" vote on HJR 5. It begins: "Voter alert: There's a trick question on your ballot." Then: "The question, better known as HJR 5, sounds innocuous enough to evoke a quick “yes” vote and move on. But The Press encourages you to vote “no” on this proposed constitutional amendment instead."
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.
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