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Henry is a delightful and charming boy. He gets along well with other dogs and would prefer a home with older children. He is housebroken, playful and full of love. Henry has a happy personality, his tail is always going. If you are looking for a lap warmer for the upcoming winter months, then Henry is the dog for you. Anyone interested in adopting in this dog can call Jennifer at 327-7237 for an application. His adoption fee is $85. Adoption includes license, neuter, vaccination, and microchip. Please take advantage of SCRAPS free dog training class.

Late last fall a friend sent me several bags of daffodil and tulips bulbs. I was thrilled because he is a well-known bulb grower back east and has beautiful plants. The only problem was the ground was already frozen solid with little prospect of thawing enough to plant them. Sound familiar? Whether you get a late gift or just didn’t get around to planting the bulbs before the ground froze, you are stuck. No worries – just plant them in pots and enjoy a movable feast of color in the spring.

The intersection of Mission Avenue and Hamilton Street frustrates drivers to no end, especially those trying to turn left, but advocates for those with disabilities are calling for changes to protect pedestrians. Recent repaving work has helped, but pedestrians just aren’t given enough time to cross the intersection in either direction, said Ed Kennedy, the independent living adviser at the Coalition of Responsible Disabled.

MEDICAL LAKE—The proposed 1 percent increase in property and Emergency Medical Services taxes will go into effect within five days of the last city council meeting. The council had its second reading of the ordinance at its regular meeting Tuesday night and was approved, with Council members Brenda Redell and Jeff King opposing the ordinance. The increase means an extra $4,504 in property taxes for the city.

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Students at Mt. Spokane High School exercised their right to vote in the mock election last week. The nationwide event is organized by the University of Virginia’s Center for Responsive Politics and the Youth Leadership Initiative and has been done at Mt. Spokane since 2002.

Today “A FEW GOOD MEN” (DRAMA) – 7:30 p.m., Lake City Playhouse, 1320 E. Garden Ave., Coeur d’Alene, 667-1323.

The numbers seem to tell the story. With almost 500 members, 2,000 summer visitors, 50 calls a day, and more than 500 relocation packets mailed out per year, the Post Falls Chamber has simply outgrown its current facility according to Chamber President/CEO Pam Houser.

For 11-06-2008

Veterans Day, Nov. 11, is a day set aside to honor those who gave their lives in service to our country and the sacrifices of those who fought for our freedom. Through the years, I’ve attended many Veterans Day ceremonies and am especially inspired when a member of each military branch steps forward, presents their flag, and then stands at attention while their military song is played. Often those in the audience who have served are asked to stand when the music of the branch of the military they served under is played. It is a powerful ceremony. Both pride and tears are often seen in the eyes of those who have served as they hear their military songs once again.

Stagewest Community Theatre will be holding auditions for “Love Rides the Rails” at Emmanuel Lutheran Church, 314 S. Spruce St., Room A, Nov. 14 at 6:30 p.m., Nov. 15 at 11 a.m. and Nov. 16 at 1 p.m. The performances will be Feb. 20-22, Feb. 27-29 and March 6-8.

Nicotine Anonymous – Twelve-step support group offering our experience to those who want to quit smoking. Meets Wednesdays, 3-4 p.m., at Partners (formerly Spokane Valley Community Center), 10814 E. Broadway Ave., Spokane Valley. Call (509) 926-9804 or (509) 474-1845 for more information. Progressive Supranuclear Palsy – Meets the second Friday of the month, 11 a.m., Valley Hospital and Medical Center, 12606 E. Mission Ave., Spokane Valley. For information, call (509) 921-6645.