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Name: Ryan Kersten

Age: 25

Hometown: I’m from Newburg, N.D., but moved to Spokane nine months ago.

Occupation: I’m a barista at Thomas Hammer Coffee here in Post Falls.

Family: My wife Mimi and I have a 6-week-old son, Owen.

Hobbies: I snowboard and mountain bike.

What do you like about North Idaho? The friendly people, mountain landscape and the small-town feel of this place.

What do you like or dislike about the current season? I love the four seasons, but especially love this time of year for boarding.

Favorite music: Indie rock. My favorite band is Iron and Wine.

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