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Adams County Ritzville

Those determined to keep those added holiday pounds at bay are welcome to the annual “Turkey Trot” event. Participants will take a brisk walk on the Ritzville Path. Those interested in staying slim, or who may want to build up an appetite, are asked to gather at the Ritz Theater at 8:30 a.m. Thanksgiving morning.

Ferry County Republic

Members of the local CYM youth group are filling shoe boxes with special presents for needy kids worldwide. Called “Operation Christmas Child,” kids all over the nation fill shoe boxes with toys and necessities such as soap, combs and gloves for kids in war-torn nations. Last year, the group sent 20 gift boxes and hopes to have more this year.

Grant County Ephrata

No occupancy date has been set for the Grant County Satellite Jail, which is still under construction. Because the building is a prototype, details on security systems have put the project behind schedule. The current holdup is a smoke-control alarm panel from Telect of Spokane. Although the panel is expected this week, no new occupancy date will be set. The county had hoped inmates housed in a downtown Ephrata tent jail would be in the new jail before winter.

Lincoln County Almira

An undisclosed amount of money was taken from the Grand Coulee Dam Credit Union branch here Nov. 12. The culprit - described at 5-feet-9-inches tall, thin with dark hair, possibly Hispanic or Native American - and his driver are still at large. The suspect wore a ski mask and carried a weapon which authorities think was a shotgun. The two fled the scene in a tan, compact hatchback car. The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Department is investigating.

Pend Oreille County Metaline Falls

Mark your calendar for Dec. 5 and 6 when the annual “Deck the Falls” celebration is scheduled to debut. The event features a food fair with free sampling of treats. Contests for best tasting and best decorated cookies will be held. Those wishing to have a food booth are asked to contact the Cutter Theatre at (509)446-4108.

Spokane County Colbert

Marine Pfc. Jonathan C. Collier, son of Jeffrey and Giovanna Collier of Colbert, recently completed the Marine Corps Field Wireman Course at the Marine Corps Communications Electronics School in Twentynine Palms, Calif.

Stevens County Loon Lake

Hoping to continue restoration of the Old Schoolhouse, residents are planning a holiday fund-raiser. The Kris Kringle Markt (German for market), set to open Nov. 28, will feature hand-made items, holiday decorations and goodies for sale. Proceeds will go toward Old Schoolhouse renovations. The building, built in 1929 and used until 1992, is on the National Register of Historic Places.

Whitman County Pullman

Pullman Transit will be reducing bus service for Thanksgiving break. Between today and Wednesday, the A,J, and I routes will run from 6:50 a.m. to 5:50 p.m. The A route will also serve the North Campus Heights and Campus Commons areas on these days. E route will run from 7:20 to 8:50 a.m. only. Dial-a-ride and office hours will be 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. All “Trippers,” will run on the regular schedule except on Wednesday to coincide with early school release. All other service, including G route is canceled For more information, call 332-6535.

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Benewah County St. Maries

St. Maries Knights of Columbus is selling smoked turkeys for the annual youth fund-raising project. Profits help high school students attend the REACH retreat and other activities. The 14- to 16-pound turkeys cost $23. To order, contact any Knights member or Jerry Schadler at (208) 245-2618.

Bonner County Sandpoint

The Sandpoint City Council is seeking to fill a vacancy after the resignation of Gloria Schauwecker. A position also is open on the city’s planning commission. Council candidates must be at least 18 years of age, registered to vote and a city resident for at least 30 days. Planning commission candidates must be at least 18 years of age and have lived in Sandpoint for at least two years. To submit a name to be considered for the council position, contact City Clerk Helen Newton at (208) 263-3310. Those interested in the planning commission seat can call Kevin Clegg at (208) 263-3370.

Boundary County Bonners Ferry

Children in grades kindergarten through sixth are invited to study the Bible in the Bonners Ferry Awana Club. The club meets every Wednesday at 4 p.m. at Community Fellowship Church. For information, call Diane at (208) 267-2755 after 4 p.m.

Kootenai County Coeur d’Alene

Entertainment books for 1999 are now available. The books are valid through Nov. 1, 1999, and offer up to 50 percent savings at local restaurants and attractions. Cost is $45. For information, call Big Brothers/Big Sisters of North Idaho at (208) 667-0975.

Latah County Moscow

The Moscow League of Women Voters is seeking nominees for an award honoring a city volunteer. The award will be given each year to one individual who best demonstrates long-standing participation in city affairs. Nominations can be sent to Moscow League of Women Voters, 1122 East. Sixth St., Moscow, Idaho 83843.

Shoshone County Kellogg

The Kellogg Tree Committee is looking to fill a vacancy. The position is voluntary and requires a person interested in reviewing and participating in the beautification of the city. Interested individuals should send letters to Planning Administrator Walter Hadley, 323 Main Street, Kellogg, Idaho 83837.

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Lincoln County Troy

Guardian Ministries Worldwide will open a soup kitchen in Troy next month. The kitchen, to be located in the former Kootenai Cafe, will provide free meals for anyone in need. It is set to be open one day a week beginning Dec. 3. Anyone wishing to donate food, paper products or labor may call (406) 295-4220 or (406) 295-7020.