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AUGUST 2021 VOLUME 11 NUMBER 8

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I would like to introduce myself. My name is Denise Ripatti, and I am Like Media’s Marketing and Sales Executive for Sandpoint. I was born and raised in Bonners Ferry, Idaho, where I graduated high school. I always cherished the time I spent in Sandpoint and knew, that one day, this would be the place I wanted to live and raise my family. I have called Sandpoint home since 2015.

With my many years of experience in business in accounting and business management, when the opportunity arose to join the Like Media marketing and sales team, my answer was an easy “YES!” Since joining Like Media as Sandpoint’s marketing and sales director in February of 2021, it has been, undoubtedly, the most rewarding career choice. I am a people person, and being in a field where I am constantly engaging with the people and business owners in my community is truly fulfilling.

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At Like Media, we successfully provide a platform and voice for our local companies to reach their target audiences in the most effective way, while saving time and money, and building successful businesses that strengthen communities. If you’re ready to let your business shine for all to see, let me, and our team at Like Media, lead the way.

My goal, each and every day, is to help the businesses in our community prosper. The products and services we provide at Like Media are beautiful, and our clients are the ones who will benefit from what we can provide them. I will be there every step of the way to coach my clients and help them understand how partnering with Like Media will benefit their business.

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It’s time to soak in what’s left of summer!

Whether it’s meandering through town, patronizing your local shops and restaurants; spending a day out on the water kayaking, paddle boarding or boating; attending a community concert or event; or relaxing in the yard with family and friends; there’s no wrong way to enjoy these long, warm days.

And before we know it, the leaves will be turning and the temperatures dropping.

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BU S INE S S S P OT LIGH T Go Sandpoint Vacation Homes: Go Sandpoint making dream vacations, and staycations, a reality

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The Ability to Gather, Connect and Celebrate: Don’t miss the final weekend of The Festival

Downtown Again: Powder Hound Pizza rebuilds to open a brand new downtown location

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Answering the Call to Save our Waterways: Small actions effect change in our greater world

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arpets are the foundation of our home. With summer in full swing, many of us are shoe-free, and not only do carpets visually impact the appearance of our home, but foot feel and durability is of great importance as well.

Carpets should be taken seriously and purchased for longevity, and many are considered fine art. With the popularity of hardwood over the last decade, area rugs have taken center stage—and are here to stay. Carpets provide an opportunity to add pops of color and create a design theme that is unique to you. If you are interested in decorating your home to the next level, a quality rug is a great first step toward a room transformation.

When selecting wall-to-wall carpet, you want to look at the fiber content.

Nylon or wool is still the best choice. There are many other options, but olefin, and other new-to-market fibers, easily crush and soil, and are not made to last. I personally prefer a cut and loop for wall to wall. Some fibers are looped like a Berber, mixed with cut fibers, giving the carpet a nice visual appeal. I like low pile wall-to-wall carpets in multicolor so that it gives the look of texture and hides foot traffic. The cut fibers in a cut and loop also prevent the carpet from “running.” If a yarn gets loose in a vacuum, it will not pull through the whole run like a Berber will.

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Large, patterned carpets are fun in an office, bonus room or master bedroom to add some character to a space. I also like to use patterns on stair runners for interest.

There are staggering differences in the quality of area rugs. One of the largest mistakes people make when purchasing an area rug is that if they have a busy household, they think a less-expensive rug will be a better choice, as it can be tossed when it wears out, or easily cleaned. This is not the case! A high-quality wool rug will be much easier to clean and will save you money in the long run, as it will last for many, many years.

The best quality wool rugs will have longer fibers that will not shed and will maintain their pile height (not flatten with foot traffic). An average cost for a “better” rug will range between $1,500 to $5,000 for an 8x10foot rug. They can top the charts at over $10,000, and if it is vintage, a rug can be $10,000 to $20,000 for estate sized (larger than 8x10 feet).

Retail rugs sold online (like Pottery Barn), that sell for around $800 or less, are typically made with short fibers and shed like crazy—steer clear from those! When purchasing, try to run your fingers across them to see if they shed. Shedding carpets are awful. They make a mess of your home and really bother those with allergies.

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Carpets should be taken seriously and purchased for longevity, and many are considered fine art.

I love silk rugs. They are ultra luxurious and can last lifetimes. The colors are more vivid, but they are very expensive. I paid $7,500 for a 4x6-foot rug more than a decade ago. But I love it! It is truly a work of art and looks exactly the same as the day I purchased it.

Consider color. An area rug is a great opportunity to add life to a room. Handmade rugs are the best, as they are not stiff, have natural dyes that are rich and luxurious, and have a nice “flop,” meaning they bend and move and are not stiff. When you run your hand over a high-quality handmade wool rug, it should feel almost like silk.

Machine-made rugs are here to stay as well if your budget does not allow for a real handmade wool or silk rug. These are often made from recycled soda bottles and have a flatter feel to them. The current trend is more muted colors and traditional “burned out” or vintage-looking styles. An average cost for a polypropylene rug is around $400 to $600 for an 8x10-foot rug. Make sure to buy a premium pad to place beneath your rug as well. I use a felt pad with a rubber back that stops the carpet from sliding on the floor, while adding that extra cushy feel under foot. These pads cost between $150 to $300 for an 8x10 and will extend the life of your rug, as they allow the carpet to lift up off of the floor and maintain its pile height.

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s life continues to return to normal, local school kids are hoping the same will hold true for the upcoming school year. While teachers all across the country did their best to keep their students not just on track academically, but socially, it is simply not possible to replicate the in-person school experience from afar. While some students did well with the responsibility of remote learning, others struggled to stay on task.

Parents, especially those with young children, are also eager to see a return to a more normal school year. Balancing work, often from home, with staying up to date on their child’s learning and finding time to take care of the other important aspects and daily tasks of life, was overwhelming at times. The school day provides a sense of routine in which both students and their parents can appreciate, and was something that might have been taken for granted previously.

Teachers, students, parents anxious for ‘normal’ year

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Very soon the sound of whistles blowing, helmets smacking and soccer balls being struck will again fill the after-school air as high school sports return. The ring of the bell and the ensuing commotion as younger children scramble outside of school, looking for their bus ride home or their parent’s minivan, there to meet them at the end of a full day. Even the sound of music, as bands and choirs reassemble in preparation of filling their school auditoriums with beautiful music in front of a packed house.

As much of life has returned to pre-pandemic normal, school districts are still subject to more restrictions than most settings. Administrators are finalizing plans as they make final preparations to welcome students back full time, and if there was ever a year to keep up to date on the latest information, it is this one. Immunization, class size, cleaning procedures, masking and social distancing vary greatly from district to district, As we prepare for the 2021-2022 school year, we and even from elementary to high school. Visit take a moment to reflect and say thank you to your district’s website frequently so both you and the educators and administrators who worked your child are best prepared for what is to come tirelessly to adapt to ever-changing direction this school year. and protocol from local, state and federal officials. We heard from numerous teachers As summer closes, kids can look forward to about their students’ resilience in the face of being in a classroom, instead of in front of a such adversity, and how they are coming out screen. High fives and hugs can replace fist of the experience not just as adaptable learners bumps and air slaps, and an upcoming school but more compassionate toward each other, and year that will hopefully resemble something we more confident having undergone such a chaotic can call normal. school year.

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e’re here to cause delight,” Doug Faude says. “To give people something that captures how they feel when they’re fishing, hiking, skiing, surfing, or just hanging out in the woods or on the water, and to make enjoying those moments even more satisfying.”

Doug is the owner and operator of Cognito Brands (220 North 1st Avenue, Sandpoint), an apparel retailer that specializes in wearable art that functions as high-performance gear made by and for outdoor sports enthusiasts. The company, founded six years ago as Fincognito, combines Doug’s passion for fishing, hiking, skiing and other outdoors sports with the knowledge and experience gained over more than 27 years in the apparel business.

“When I found Sandpoint, I was blown away with how vibrant and active this community is: All the outdoor sports, as well as the great brewpubs, a winery, the theater, art walks, live music … We’re an artsy, beery, foodie community surrounded by unbeatable outdoor recreation. For me, though, what really made Sandpoint home is the people. Everyone here is invested in making this beautiful community even better. All that positive

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energy creates an incredible vibe that’s equal to just about any major city you can think of, and with a welcoming, small-town atmosphere you won’t find in big cities.

“When I chose to make my home here, I wanted to be part of that spirit of community investment, so I started a business that reflected my passion for many of the reasons people love living in or visiting this area. In fact, I just got back from four days floating the Coeur d’Alene, fishing and hiking. Whether I’m floating the river, fly fishing, taking the boat out on the lake, or skiing down Schweitzer, I want gear that holds up, that makes the experience even better.”

Doug says, while all Cognito apparel and accessories have been rigorously field tested, what really captures the imagination is the incredible art, images that evoke the delight of exploring and playing outdoors in and around North Idaho. Doug invests a lot of time researching art and artists, looking for authentic scenes and artistic interpretations that convey the challenge, joy and wonder of being immersed in the natural beauty of wild places.

"Whether I’m floating the river, fly fishing, taking the boat out on the lake, or skiing down Schweitzer, I want gear that holds up, that makes the experience even better.”

“Most people don’t really know what to expect when they find our store. They walk by, glance in the windows. Then they step inside, and their jaw drops. The most common response we hear is, ‘Wow! I didn’t know anything like this existed. It’s exactly what I wanted!’

That reaction is why we do this. I was that guy, someone who loved being outdoors and wanted high-quality apparel with a unique artistic style that reflected what I love doing and performance that enhances the experience when I’m on the water, in the woods, or skiing down the mountain.

“There’s no better place to build this business than Sandpoint,” Doug adds. “This is an incredible place to play outdoors. And, at the end of the day, it’s an incredible place to grab some wine, sit out by the lake, and watch the sun go down.

“Those are the moments we feel fully alive, when we’re immersed in the beauty and wonder of God’s creation. That’s what I mean by delight, and that’s the feeling we want to reflect. God created something truly wonderful, and we’re able to share that delight with others.

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“Those moments, those feelings, is what I hope everyone experiences when they wear Cognito.

If they’re local, it’s a celebration of our unique Sandpoint lifestyle. And, if they just came for a visit, it’s a reminder of the amazing time they had, and a reason to visit again soon.”

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The Ability to Gather, Connect and Celebrate DON’T MISS THE FINAL WEEKEND OF THE FESTIVAL

By Jillian Chandler

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hat has brought me the most joy is seeing almost two years of hard work, time and sacrifice come to fruition, and the appreciation and excitement of our community and supporters,” smiles Ali Baranski, Festival at Sandpoint’s executive director. “This year The Festival feels like a celebration of bringing back live music and the survival of our beloved nonprofit.”

After a successful first week of live musical performances, the second weekend of The Festival at Sandpoint is sure to be just as impressive, with the weekend lineup to include Gladys Knight Thursday, August 5; Young the Giant Friday, August 6; and REO Speedwagon Saturday, August 7. Gates open at 6pm for these concerts, with the show starting at 7:30pm. The 2021 event will conclude Sunday, August 8, with the Family Matinee "Music from the Movies," with gates opening at noon followed by music 1 to 2pm. Gates will reopen at 5pm for the Grand Finale. There will be a wine tasting from 5 to 7pm, followed by the final concert of the season starting at 7:30pm.

Ali looks forward to Young the Giant, with Sandpoint-native opener Biddadat. “They will be fun, upbeat, rockin’, and we are having our first-ever glow party at this show,” she shares. “We will be giving out glow sticks to the first 100 people through each gate, along with other glow themes and merch.” She adds that the Family Matinee format has been adapted for 2021. For the first time, the family show will

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feature the Spokane Symphony with special guest Whitney Claire Kaufman, who sings with Disney in Concert and Broadway. “Having a 2- and 4-year-old myself, I look forward to seeing families young and old enjoy and sing along to Disney classics performed at the highest caliber.”

In addition to the fantastic music, music-goers are loving the wide variety of food and drink options available from the Festival Street Vendors or Festival Bar. (All ordering in the venue is contactless via online or mobile app ordering (Noble App); no cash or credit card will be accepted at the venue). And, of course, attendees are still welcome to bring their own food and drinks.

It's not too late to get tickets to these performances. Visit FestivalatSandpoint.com/line-up to purchase tickets today.

Ali and The Festival at Sandpoint Board of Directors and volunteers want to thank the community for its adaptability, generosity and support as they navigated the challenges of 2021. “The fact that The Festival is back this year is truly a testament to this community, our dedicated board of directors, volunteers, and supporters like you!

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A Way to Say ‘Thank You’ Give the gift of locally made, award-winning gourmet confections

By Jillian Chandler

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n the summer of 2019, the North Idaho community was first treated to the delicious and artfully crafted soft brittle of Robinson Soft Brittle—a premium boutique confectionery based in Hayden.

With a dream of one day turning her talent for baking into a full-time business, Pamela Robinson’s passion would flourish into a fulfilling career.

She and her husband Todd, an entrepreneur, would put Todd’s business skills to the test. Before long, Pamela would find herself the founder and owner of Robinson Soft Brittle, where she has been utilizing her culinary skills to delight the taste buds of those around her—both near and far.

“Our first product (soft peanut brittle) debuted in July at the Coeur d’Alene Makers Market event at the Coeur d’Alene Resort, where we nearly sold out,” recalls Pamela. “A week later, we sold so much at the Downtown Coeur d’Alene Street Fair that we knew we were on to something big. A few weeks later, at the 2019 Schweitzer Fall Fest, we brought hundreds of pounds of candy to sell. But by Saturday night we realized we were going to run out. So, we drove back to Hayden and worked through the night, getting back in time to grab two hours of sleep before heading back up the mountain. We knew this business idea had legs.”

In the beginning, the focus was on soft peanut brittle (a Pacific Northwest favorite). The pair then launched their own unique creations including liqueur-based English toffees, several unique specialty chocolates, and new original soft brittle flavors. And their customers have been eating it up!

The couple is excited to share their new eGifting platform, BrittleGift.com.

Launched May of this year, their award-winning confections are delivered right to the recipient’s door—and in beautiful fashion. As you open the elegant gift box, you’ll unearth Robinson Soft Brittle delights, individually wrapped, beneath the black-and-white striped tissue paper. Truly a special—and thoughtful—gift for its recipient.

The platform is ideal for small business owners to large business corporations, or anyone looking to gift someone with locally made North Idaho gourmet confections. “This type of site is especially good for reaching work-from-home or remote work team members,” adds Todd.

The service bridges the growing distance between companies and their clients and remote work staff. Pamela emphasizes, “Those who connect on a personal level succeed at the ‘infinite game’ by cementing personal bonds, making clients feel valued and team members feel recognized and appreciated.”

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Though eGifting has come with challenges, from left-over balances, checkout issues, or even having to add funds, the Robinsons have eliminated those obstacles with their specialized platform: The purchaser sets the price and size of the gift and personalizes the greeting, or selects one of their pre-uploaded company-branded cards. The recipient is then notified via any of several channels and gets to custom-design the gift box contents from a selection of unique original confections, and inputs their mailing address. The gift box is hand-packed within a few days and shipped directly to them. Options range from $35 to $85, including expedited nationwide cold-pack shipping, and custom-branding is available. “It’s quick, easy and secure,” assures Pamela.

The Robinsons look forward to what the future holds for them and their North Idaho business. They survived the pandemic with amazing support from the North Idaho community, and they are excited to grow regionally with retailers and through their new online platform.“We simply cannot say enough about what it means to be a business owner in Northern Idaho,” shares Pamela. “Every level of ‘Idaho entity’ seems to have an attitude of wanting to see us succeed as an Idaho small business.”

She adds that she finds the local farmers market artisans willing to work together to help each other succeed, as many small business owners alert each other to great opportunities for income and exposure, offer help and collaboration, and redirect spending to support each other.

“We are ultimately thankful for our friends and family who supported us both emotionally and financially, our local community and officials, and for the grace of God in getting us where we are now.”

Their confections are available for purchase through select area retailers across the Pacific Northwest, at special events, or online. Will-call pick up for locals is by appointment.

The couple is excited to share their new eGifting platform, BrittleGift.com. Launched May of this year, their award-winning confections are delivered right to the recipient’s door—and in beautiful fashion.

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Downtown Again POWDER HOUND PIZZA REBUILDS TO OPEN A BRAND NEW DOWNTOWN LOCATION

By Taylor Shillam

THE NEW LOCATION PROMISES A SELECTION OF FEATURES DESIGNED WITH CUSTOMERS IN MIND, INCLUDING AMPLE PARKING, OUTDOOR SEATING, AND EASY ACCESS TO BOTH SANDPOINT’S MARINA AND THE DOWNTOWN CORE.

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hether you're a Sandpoint local, a Schweitzer passholder, or a visitor to the area, it’s likely you’re familiar with Schweitzer Mountain gem Powder Hound Pizza. A local favorite, Powder Hound Pizza is known for its great pizza, beer selection and inviting atmosphere, serving guests daily throughout the winter season and on festival weekends during the rest of the year.

After losing their second location in downtown Sandpoint to fire damage in February 2019, restaurant owners Ben and Jeannie Higgs look forward to serving the downtown community once again with a new location opening this fall.

Their downtown location was known as The Hound, and had been open just short of four years before the fire brought their operations to a halt.

The fire of 2019, ruled an accident by the Idaho State Fire Marshal, left two downtown Sandpoint buildings destroyed, resulting in millions of dollars in damage and impacting a selection of businesses in the downtown area. The Hound Pizza was one of

them, with their building damaged to the point of becoming a public safety risk.

The fire was devastating not only to the affected businesses, but to families across the community.

“Beyond losing a place that so many of our community members were connected with as a favorite restaurant, it was awful to have so many employees lose their jobs and livelihood,” Jeannie shared.

“Those two-and-a-half years have been hard for us, since we lost our livelihood along with our staff.

We decided to relocate for many reasons; mostly to bring back our food and atmosphere that our community came to love at The Hound.”

For more than two years, the Higgs family had been searching for a new location to reopen with, while waiting to find out if the building that housed The Hound’s original location could be restored.

“We held onto the hope of reopening The Hound in this same location,” Jeannie explained. “As time

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passed, and the rebuilding project became longer than anticipated, we realized the pizza itself was more important than keeping the location.”

After this realization, the couple decided to focus on their product— the pizza—as the shining star of their operations. They dropped their plans to reopen as The Hound at their Bridge Street location, and instead refocused on their roots to serve the downtown community elsewhere as Powder Hound Pizza.

Now, their new location at 201 East Superior Street is set to reopen in the fall. The new location promises a selection of features designed with customers in mind, including ample parking, outdoor seating, and easy access to both Sandpoint’s marina and the downtown core.

“Above all, we are most excited to bring our pizza back to downtown Sandpoint,” Jeannie said.

“The interior will offer a laid-back feel with plenty of TVs to watch your favorite sporting events,” she said. The menu at the new location will offer all the favorites Powder Hound is known for, along with a few new additions. And, of course, the popular Wingday Wednesdays will be back.

They will, of course, maintain their original Powder Hound Pizza location at Schweitzer Mountain. They have operated out of the renowned mountain resort since 2010, enjoying the opportunity to be fully immersed in mountain culture.

“Schweitzer is such a unique place to own a business,” Jeannie said.

As business owners on the mountain, they have loved getting to know Schweitzer employees and local families, while being a part of the vacation experience for visitors.

“For us, it’s really about soaking up the mountain lifestyle: waking up a few hours earlier on powder days to get the restaurant ready; go out for as many laps as we can squeeze in before we go back and open the doors for hungry skiers and boarders,” Ben said, reflecting on the highlights of owning a business at a renowned mountain resort.

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second location providing the chance to reconnect with downtown Sandpoint again this fall.

As their grand opening date approaches, the Higgs are looking to hire more team members to help them better serve the community.

“We know every restaurant in town is hurting for staff right now, so having enough staff members is our biggest unknown at this point,” Jeannie shared.

They encourage anyone who is interested in making pizza, serving pizza or managing pizza operations with the team at Powder Hound Pizza, to send an email to powderhoundpizza@gmail.com and introduce themselves.

Powder Hound Pizza invites community members to stay tuned for progress reports and a grand opening date, with updates posted on social media and online at PowderHoundPizza.com.

They look forward to reuniting with the fans of The Hound and Powder Hound Pizza, as well as new friends, as they return to serving eats, sips and experiences in downtown Sandpoint once again.

Recovery from unexpected hardship is never a simple road, but the owners of Powder Hound Pizza look to the future with hope and gratitude. They thank the community surrounding Sandpoint and Schweitzer for the continued support.

“Thank you for your patience and support as we have navigated what the right recovery steps are for us and our business following the tragic Bridge Street fire,” Jeannie said. “We decided to relocate for many reasons, mostly to bring back our food and atmosphere that our community came to love at The Hound.”

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IN FOC ‘SEED TO SEAL’ LOCAL YOUNG LIVING FARM DOES SOMETHING NEW

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harmaceuticals (especially medications that regulate anxiety or depression) not only have a hefty price tag but are often laden with overbearing and damaging side effects. It has many locals looking into alternative medications, even unregulated ones. There are many such proactive remedies that are backed by doctors, such as clinical therapy, art therapy, dietary changes, exercise and aromatherapy. Essential oils fall into the aromatherapy category, although in the world of high-quality essential oils such as Young Living, it doesn’t just stop at aroma. In an unregulated market littered with products that possess low levels of essential oil mixed with mineral oil, Young Living stands out from the crowd. The business grows not necessarily through a masterful marketing plan, but by honest manufacturing and the testimony of its users.

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Young Living members attest to the validity of the oils, their life experiences providing testament to the efficacy of Young Living.

Essential oils are the essence of plants with lifegiving properties, providing you a concentrated dose of nature’s healing gifts. For example, citrus provides an invigorating aroma and concentrated doses of vitamin C. Eucalyptus is a natural cleanser and rejuvenator, purifying the air. Lavender is good for respiratory illness.

There are oils for anxiety, rest, skin health and immunity, to name a few. These are the benefits of nature that essential oils naturally imbibe. However, there is much to be said for the importance of essential oil quality, without which the benefits of the oil dissipate.

Young Living essential oils are grown and distilled through what Young Living has coined the “Seed to Seal” quality agreement. This

agreement traces the path of oil production from the plant to the bottle. This agreement was born out of a pillar of science developed

by Young Living founder D. Gary Young.

Beginning in 1985, Mr. Young began to travel the world, working with prominent perfumers, aromatherapists and historians. In these travels he developed a passion for essential oils and their health benefits, recognizing the importance of quality and purity. It is due to this that Young Living oils can be used for a variety of health purposes, from creating calming environments to ingesting the edible oils for a high concentration of nutrients. Young Living essential oils are grown and produced locally, with farm events that connect buyers and members directly to the product. The first of such farms was established by Gary and Mary Young themselves in 1992 in St. Maries, Idaho. They began with growing lavender;

US two years later, Young Living Essential Oils was established.

Highland Flats in Naples, Idaho, is another such farm. They produce the Idaho Balsam Fir, Idaho Blue Spruce and the White Fir for oil distillation. Every year, Young Living hosts the Winter Harvest and Spring Restoration events to allow members to experience the Seed to Seal process firsthand—and to connect the farm directly to its community. Highland Flats has a long 20-year history of giving back to the community economically, but the farm also gives back to the Earth through sustainable farming practices. They do not take from the land, they give back to it.

“We practice chemical free, regenerative agriculture to contribute to the health of our soil, air and water,” shares Michael.

The land itself was bought before the destruction of a grove of “Christmas” trees could be completed: They had grown too tall.

“In 1998, Gary was exploring for potential botanicals when he found a field of Grand Fir trees being bulldozed and prepared for burning.

He made an agreement with the farm’s owner to take all the overgrown trees instead of paying to have them cleared,” says Michael.

Those trees were bought and, years later, harvested for oil. This sparked the beginning of a longtime relationship between Young Living and the land. Land that today is known as Highland Flats Tree Farm.

For years, trees scheduled for harvest had to be transported to the Saint Maries distillery.

This was over a three-hour drive, and was necessary regardless of inclement weather. In

2013, a distillery was constructed in Naples and has been in year-round production since the beginning of 2014.

Their distillery process is unique to this area in its purity, transparency and accountability.

The distillery process begins and ends with an attention to nature and sustainable farming practices; The soil is studied in their onsite laboratory for healthy nutrients and bacteria. Live soil, versus empty sanitized soil, is what makes their trees so full of its natural invigorating health properties. Young Living Highland Flats Tree Farm works with nature to do what it does best: heal. For the next part of the distillation process, the branches and leaves are collected. The organic matter is then put in large sealed stainless-steel vats. These vats are then filled with steam. In turn, the steam becomes infused with the oil. The steam travels SANDPOINT LIVING LOCAL |

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through stainless steel tubing into a glass canister. Through the natural process of cooling, the steam turns into water and sits in the bottom of the glass. The cooled oil filters to the surface.

The oil is then collected and brought to the laboratory, where it is tested and refined for purity.

“The farm at Highland Flats has a long history of providing exemplary products to the community,” says Michael. That history is felt here in Northern Idaho. Highland Flats farm is a place of life and purity. Local wildlife aids in the growth of healthy trees, and its farmers work in tandem with those efforts. Young Living believes light and life to be an important part of how they do business, and the farm in Highland Flats is no exception. From seed to tree, from tree to oil, and from oil to people, Highland Flats illustrates what Young Living is for the community: a place of rest and respite; a lifestyle of health that permeates all its parts.

“The Highland Flats Farm fully employs 13 people in addition to seasonal workers in the summer,” states Michael. “We have a complete logging operation with economic impacts to many local businesses from auto parts to catering and nurseries. An average year will bring a few hundred international customers to stay and experience North Idaho while visiting our farm.”

Their logging operations bring significant value to local landowners and forest health, while minimizing waste and sharing unique Idaho forest products around the world, he adds.

Highland Flats Tree Farm and St. Maries Lavender Farm are not the only Young Living farms in existence. The company hosts unique sustainable farms around the world, including in places such as France, Ecuador, Oman and Croatia. The farm in Oman is especially unique in that it is the only company in the world that has received permission to distill the Sacred Frankincense oil for the Western world. Young Living doesn’t ask that you trust them simply because of the width of their brand or the size of their company. They earn that trust with farms that are held accountable by its people and local communities. Farms that you can experience firsthand and hear personal testimony as to its accuracy. Young Living is truly a company that feeds both its community and its land.

In this way they set themselves up as an unarguable benefit.

Transparency is a rare commodity these days, and Young Living is new in its unembarrassed approach toward business.

With high-quality products and testimonials that follow their progress, what’s there to hide?

If you’re interested in trying out the oils for yourself, Young Living oils can be bought online at YoungLiving.com or from a brand partner (members receive a discount).

From seed to tree, from tree to oil, and from oil to people, Highland Flats illustrates what Young Living is for the community: a place of rest and respite. A lifestyle of health that permeates all its parts.

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A Sandpoint Summer Go Sandpoint making dream vacations, and staycations, a reality

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andpoint offers a truce slice of North Idaho heaven, and has been written about and praised in newspapers and magazines all across the country. Not only are the surroundings both beautiful and serene, but travelers to our area quickly fall in love with the small-town charm and tremendous outdoor experiences. Visitors come from all over for the experience and come to realize why USA Today has named Sandpoint Most Beautiful Small Town in America. The mountains and lake are a welcoming sight. So why not invite your out-of-town friends and family to experience it for themselves and book your stay through Go Sandpoint at the luxurious and affordable Lodges at The Idaho Club or at one of three water-view condos—one in downtown Sandpoint and the other two Hope? Or treat yourself to a Sandpoint staycation of your own.

Nestled amongst the fairways of Idaho’s only Jack Nicklaus Signature course, each home offers all the finest amenities. Open floor plans allow guests to spread out for easy interactions with family and friends while providing privacy within the three-, fourand five-bedroom homes.

Imagine yourself preparing a meal on top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances, then relaxing in your own private hot tub after a long day on the lake, hiking the beautiful trails or meandering quaint downtown and the local shops. Instead of a hotel wakeup call, rise to a beautiful sunrise as you watch out your back patio for deer, birds and other wildlife roaming the course and surrounding forests.

At the Idaho Club, you can enjoy living life to the fullest whether you are golfing, hiking, recreating on the water or just in need of a beautiful setting to unplug and relax. Both families and corporate executives have found it the perfect place to gather. Nestled along the shores of Lake Pend Oreille, the fifth deepest lake in North America, it is just minutes to Sandpoint or picturesque Hope, Idaho. With home sites that offer incredible views, privacy and access to many amenities, it is an escape to paradise.

With several weeks of summer remaining, The Lodges at the Idaho Club make for a perfect retreat. You will not only have privacy, but a great deal of space to spread out and enjoy one another’s company. Homes can accommodate up to 14 guests, and there are several floor plans available—depending upon your party’s size.

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LONG BRIDGE SWIM IS BACK AGAIN Sandpoint Sharks swim to raise funds

BY COLIN ANDERSON

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he Long Bridge is the unofficial welcome mat to Sandpoint.

Anyone coming up from the south receives the instant beauty shot while traveling over Lake Pend Oreille before ending in the heart of downtown. It’s a stunning view from a vehicle, but how’s the view from the water?

Avid swimmers from near and far will let you know after completing the 1.76-mile Long Bridge Swim, which is back again for 2021.

Some 9,000 swimmers have completed the swim over the past two-and-a-half decades, some as young as 7 and others well into their 80s. It’ll be held on the morning of Saturday, August 7, and several hundred people are expected to participate. Some of those include members of the Sandpoint Sharks club swim team. “We have 15 swimmers on the swim team participating in the Long Bridge Swim, plus myself and my assistant coach, Emily,” explained Head Coach Sara

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Kuhn. “For the Mini-Bridge, we have about 15 kids participating so far, and they will be swimming .25 miles at City Beach.”

Sara recently took over the team and is excited to see such active participation in this community event. She’s been impressed with her team’s dedication to the sport, the extended practice hours and time in the gym. While she wants to continue to challenge her swimmers, she knows that fun is also a big part of the experience. “As for my goals, I really want to inspire and improve each and every swimmer in the pool while having fun!”

Since 2010, proceeds from the Long Bridge Swim have gone to help cover the cost of swimming lessons for children in the local community. This year, the Sandpoint Sharks will also be fundraising during the event.

Donations will help with gear like caps, shirts, hoodies, bags and towels for the team, travel and lodging expenses for the coaches, swim equipment, banquet expenses, coach conferences, and fees for offsite training.

Donations will be taken during the event.

Another aspect that makes this swim so unique is the ability to follow a competitor throughout the race. In many open swims, spectators just see the start and finish, but as this one travels alongside the Long Bridge, you can move along with the pack or track your friend or family member from the sidewalk along the bridge.

With such a beautiful lake and setting in which to swim, Sara is hoping that watching these distance swimmers might encourage even more people to take up the sport she loves so dearly. “Swimming is such an amazing community to be a part of, and I would love to get more people involved,” she said.

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‘Lettuce Turnip the Beet’!

The Bonner County Fair and Rodeo bring local family fun this month

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BY TAYLOR SHILLAM

elebrating all things related to local heritage and agriculture, the Bonner County Fair and Rodeo will return in full swing this month. The fair promises lighthearted family fun with its themed event “Lettuce Turnip the Beet,” following the return of the treasured Sandpoint Bonner County PRCA Rodeo.

For decades, the mission of the Bonner County Fair has been to promote agricultural heritage and the future of the county. Offering a space to gather and celebrate the heritage and accomplishments of the Sandpoint community, the Bonner County Fair and Rodeo are celebrated for their positive economic and social impacts felt throughout the local area. This year, the rodeo will be held August 6 and 7, followed by the fair from August 18 through August 21.

Sandpoint’s seventh annual rodeo event promises two nights of immersing in grit, adventure and strength. An event sanctioned by the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) and Women’s Professional Rodeo Association (WPRA), some of the top rodeo organizations in the world, the Sandpoint Bonner County Rodeo draws lively crowds and skilled competitors. In 2016, it won the PRCA’s Columbia River Circuit Small Rodeo of the Year.

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Rodeo attendees will have the chance to see local rodeo royalty, barrel riding, bareback riding and more, providing the perfect opportunity to have a blast with the whole family.

Last year, the Bonner County Rodeo committee was faced with the difficult decision to cancel the rodeo in the midst of the pandemic.

Despite efforts to continue the event with precautions in place, it simply wasn't possible in 2020. Those who missed the local tradition can celebrate its return this month.

Following the rodeo, the Bonner County Fair will round out an exciting month of local festivities.

“We will have some great new food vendors and entertainment at the fair this year! We have great entertainment in the outdoor theater each night,” said Darcey Smith, Fairgrounds and Facility director. The fair’s top attractions of 2021 include a performance by the Copper Mountain Band, bull riding and the Demolition Derby.

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selection of original tunes and a willingness to cover a wide range of song requests. The Copper Mountain Band is set to play on Thursday, August 19, at 7:30pm, with presale tickets available online.

Challenge of Champions Bull Riding will take the main event stage on the evening of Friday, August 20, promising to rock the outdoor grandstands with the area’s top bull riders. Saturday night will follow up with the Sandpoint Smash Demolition Derby, promising the chance to watch hard-hitting drivers compete for cash prizes.

For each of the fair’s main events, tickets are available online and at various locations across Sandpoint, including North40, Carter Country, and the Fair Office. Kids aged 5 and younger always receive free main event admission.

The Bonner County Fair was first held in 1927, with 20 participating communities gathering near War Memorial Park, where the original fairgrounds were located. Today, the fair continues to be a prosperous event for the community, with an unprecedented number of exhibit entries in 2019, and a modified event in 2020.

The Bonner County Fairgrounds itself takes pride in its beautiful Sandpoint location, bordering the Selkirk Mountains and the northern shores of Lake Pend Oreille. They have an incredible backdrop for their host of events lining the calendar year.

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“There is always something happening on the fairgrounds,” they shared, including “rodeos, motor sports, horse shows, indoor soccer, volleyball, trade shows, fundraisers, reunions, weddings and, in August, the awardwinning Bonner County Fair.”

Although the fair was able to continue last year through pandemic restrictions, they look forward to a greater comeback in 2021.

“It has been rough the last couple of years, and we were thankful to still be able to provide a safe and fun fair last year,” Smith shared. “The amount of people that came to our events and shared their exhibits and animals with us, even though it was a tough year, was so very heartwarming.”

The fairgrounds team has nothing but gratitude for the local community, noting the fair’s ability to bring together community members from all walks of life.

“We have farmers, crafters, car gurus, foodies and much more that attend our fair each year,” Smith said. “The annual traditions are huge in Bonner County, and we are so very passionate about keeping these traditions alive.”

Each fair exhibit is designed to provide clean, old-fashioned entertainment for the entire family, with opportunities to reflect on great memories while creating new ones. The exhibits are also designed to

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promote friendly rivalry among participants while encouraging community engagement and the celebration of local achievements.

Admission to the Bonner County Fair is, as always, free of charge. A daily parking fee of $3 will be charged per car, with $10 weekly passes available prior to the fair’s opening day. A littleknown fact among Bonner County residents is just where the proceeds from parking charges go.

“The parking fees at the Fair are 100 percent donated back to our high school students in Bonner County,” Smith shared. “Fifty percent of the fees collected go to the high school clubs who volunteer during the fair. The other 50 percent goes toward college and trade school scholarships for graduates.”

This year, the Bonner County Fairgrounds will continue to closely monitor safety recommendations regarding the pandemic and public safety. Attendees can expect to see the fairgrounds incorporating additional handsanitizing and hand-washing stations, along with social distancing guidelines. A drivethrough exhibit entry will also be available for anyone who may be uncomfortable entering the buildings onsite.

First-time visitors should have no trouble locating the fair, as the Bonner County Fairgrounds hold a prime location just under 2 miles north of downtown Sandpoint and 1 mile east of Ponderay, within minutes from lodging, food, shopping and Highway 95.

Although the annual fair is a highlight of the year, the fairgrounds are available for much more, including horse stall rentals and overnight camping. The grounds are scenic and spacious, hosting 32 dedicated campsites with available restrooms, showers, water and electrical hookups. The campground is open from April to October, with limited camping in the winter months. From the campgrounds, they offer free public transportation to downtown Sandpoint and Ponderay through the “Spot Bus.” “We have been able to constantly provide a safe and fun environment for our community,“ Smith shared, with pride for all the fairgrounds have to offer. “The fair is able to bring the community together, and we are so very grateful for our community.”

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PICKLEBALL INJURY PREVENTION Let's keep sports and activities fun and injury free!

By Molly Radonich, LAT, ATC, Kauai Therapy & Wellness

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he fastest growing sport in America … What’s your guess? If you said pickleball, you would be correct! According to The Economist, pickleball participation grew by 21.3 percent from 2019, while the average activity level remained constant.

Pickleball was invented just next door in Bainbridge Island, Washington. It is a combination of tennis, wiffleball and badminton. It was made official in 1972, and there are now over 4 million pickleball athletes. You can play singles or doubles, and there are 11 points in a game, but you must win by 2.

Pickleball athletes move through multiple planes of movement to successfully compete in this game. This requires successful movement patterns that require mobility, motor control and sports-specific

movements. Both the upper and lower body are highly involved in this sport and require many muscle groups.

At Kauai Therapy & Wellness, we started seeing growing numbers of new patients who suffered injuries from this popular and growing sport. There are several different injuries which result from this loved sport. The most common are sprains, Achilles’ tendonitis; shoulder, neck, back pain; muscle strains of the quads and hamstrings, as well as wrist; pain and fractures.

Depending on the injury, it could take a few weeks to heal, and others may take much longer. There are several ways to prevent injuries like these and others. Prevention may take a bit of extra effort but will be worth it in the long run.

A proper warmup is key to help prevent injuries. If muscles don’t get

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There are now over 4 million pickleball athletes. You can play singles or doubles, and there are 11 points in a game, but you must win by 2. sufficient blood flow before beginning activities with quick movements, your risk for a muscle strain greatly increases. Warming up helps to lubricate the joints, increase elasticity of your muscles and prepare your heart rate and blood pressure for activity.

Wearing the right footwear will help to prevent injuries like plantar fasciitis and ankle sprains.

The right footwear consists of a shoe with proper arch supports, good grip on the bottom for lateral movements, and ankle support to prevent ankle sprains. There are specific court shoes you can purchase, but a good pair of tennis shoes with all of the above criteria should help keep your feet happy and healthy.

Pickleball involves many different movement patterns and requires the ability to perform quick changes of speed and direction. It also involves lots of upper-body and lower-body movements at the same time. Cross training can be very beneficial in training your muscles

to be able to stand up to the challenges of pickleball. To prevent injury, it is beneficial to do strength training or body weight exercises involving different planes of movement.

Agility drills are also a great way to cross train.

Biking, swimming or running can be helpful cardiovascular exercises to improve your stamina on the court.

There are many ways to prevent injuries from happening in the first place. Stretching helps to relieve tight muscles and prevent injury from lack of flexibility. Stretching can also help to relieve soreness from a hard workout.

Preventative measures such as a Functional Movement Screen works to find potential problems and provide solutions before they become an issue.

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BOTOX® The miracle treatment for wrinkles

BY BRI WILLIAMS, RN, BSN, REFINED AESTHETICS MED SPA, PLLC

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ccording to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, over 2 million Botox® treatments were carried out in 2019, and that number has continued to rise. Considered the most common cosmetic intervention, and with good reason, this miracle treatment can take years off your appearance and prevent the signs of aging in a quick (we’re talking five-minute) appointment. With FDA approval to treat moderate to severe wrinkles in the frown lines, crow’s feet and forehead lines, and a 92 percent “worth it” rating from consumers, this treatment may be just what you are looking for to age gracefully and look as young as you feel. Below we break down your most common questions.

What is Botox®?

Botox® is a safe, purified, FDA-approved protein that relaxes and softens the muscles responsible for causing frown lines, creases between the brows, around the eyes (crow’s feet), and worry lines in the forehead. Years of muscle use in our faces—from smiling, squinting, stressing—create what begin as fine lines, and deepen over time.

Botox® can heal that dermal cracking or can be used preventatively to help deter their deepening.

How much does Botox® cost?

Botox® pricing varies from clinic and region, and your total price depends on what areas you are treating and the number of units each individual needs. To treat the area in between the eyebrows (a.k.a. frown lines) is typically $240 to $300; the forehead is typically $150 to $180; and crow’s feet are typically $300 to $450. It is best to schedule a consultation with your aesthetic provider to determine the appropriate dosing and cost for your individualized treatment.

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How long does Botox® last?

Is there any downtime or recovery?

You can expect to notice a more youthful, relaxed appearance within two to 14 days, and results last three to four months. Some clients find that with consistent treatments they get longer-lasting results.

Botox® is generally considered a “no social downtime” treatment. Most patients leave their appointment with small pink bumps where Botox was injected, and these generally subside in 15 minutes. Bruising is a possibility. Patients are asked to avoid vigorous exercise and facial massage for 24 hours after treatment.

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How long will my appointment take?

Botox® appointments are quick and easy. Your initial appointment will take approximately 30 minutes to review medical forms, discuss your goals with your provider, and develop a treatment plan. After your first visit, your subsequent visits are generally quick and take only a few minutes.

Does Botox® hurt?

Most patients describe Botox as painless. A very tiny needle is used to inject Botox® in strategic muscles on the face, and techniques are used to make the treatment comfortable. If you are concerned about pain or discomfort, talk to your provider prior to treatment to discuss pain relieving modalities such as topical numbing cream and/or ice.

There is not a set age when one should start Botox®. Once you notice static lines (the lines that appear on the face at rest), you can begin to speak to your aesthetic provider about treatment to soften the lines and prevent them from getting worse. When treatment is started early, the static lines can often be reversed.

After they have been present for years, they can be more difficult to diminish.

Botox® is an excellent treatment option for individuals wanting to prevent or reverse the signs of aging. Talk with your aesthetic provider to see if Botox® is right for you.

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IMAGING SERVICES A L O O K I N T O S O M E L E S S E R - K N O W N I M A G I N G S E R V I C E S ; W H AT T H E Y A R E A N D W H Y YOU MIGHT NEED THEM

By Kristin Carlson, Marketing Specialist, Bonner General Health

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ost everyone has heard of an X-ray and has very likely had one.

MRI and Ultrasound seem pretty familiar as well; however, many procedures in Diagnostic Imaging are uncommon yet vital to patient care and the diagnosis of injuries, disease and ailments.

legs. They might also order an echocardiogram if something abnormal, like a heart murmur, is detected during an exam.

What is Diagnostic Imaging? Diagnostic imaging allows a provider to look inside your body for clues about a medical condition. A variety of machines and techniques can create pictures of the structures and activities inside your body. Imaging services can include X-rays, CT scans, Nuclear medicine scans, MRI scans and Ultrasound.

Ultrasound imaging uses sound waves to produce pictures of muscles, tendons, ligaments, nerves and joints throughout the body. It is used to help diagnose sprains, strains, tears, trapped nerves, arthritis, and other musculoskeletal conditions.

Nuclear Medicine Cardiac Stress Tests A nuclear exercise stress test is a diagnostic test used to evaluate blood flow to the heart. During the test, a small amount of radioactive tracer is injected into a vein. A special camera, called a gamma camera, detects the radiation released by the tracer to produce computer images of the heart.

Combined with exercise, the test can help determine adequate blood flow to the heart during activity versus rest. A cardiologist or other medical provider might order a nuclear stress test for you if a routine stress test didn't pinpoint the cause of symptoms such as chest pain or shortness of breath. A nuclear stress test may also be used to guide your treatment if you've been diagnosed with a heart condition. (Mayo Clinic) Echocardiography "An echo uses sound waves to create pictures of your heart's chambers, valves, walls and the blood vessels (aorta, arteries, veins) attached to your heart." There is no pain associated with an echo, and it is a relatively simple test.

A provider may order an echocardiogram to investigate signs of heart disease or symptoms like shortness of breath, chest discomfort or swelling in the

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Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Intervention

Musculoskeletal ultrasound is an emerging field focusing on using ultrasound to diagnose joint disorders and soft tissue problems that would usually have required the use of Fluoroscopy (live X-ray) or an MRI. These procedures have allowed us to inject medications into tiny, specific structures efficiently and cost-effectively while providing much-needed relief to our patients. This leads to patients having an overall better experience.

"We are continuing to find ways to expand the services we offer to our residents. It is our mission to provide quality care close to home. Building trust with our area residents to come to us during their times of need is vitally important to a thriving, healthy community," says Daniel Holland, Director of Diagnostic Imaging, Bonner General Health.

For a complete list of services provided by Bonner General Health, visit our website, BonnerGeneral.org.

References: Nuclear stress test - Mayo Clinic - Mayo Clinic. MayoClinic.org/ tests-procedures/nuclear-stress-test/about/pac-20385231 A Cardiologist Answers: What Is an Echocardiogram and Why .... Health.

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3D-Mammography Bone Mineral Density (DEXA) Computerized Tomography (CT) Echocardiography Fluoroscopy Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Nuclear Medicine Ultrasound

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Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter (PICC) Line Placement Computerized Tomography (CT) Guided Biopsies Ultrasound-Guided Biopsies CT Guided Steroid Injections of the Spine (All Levels) CT Guided Drainage Tube Placements MSK US Intervention: • Ultrasound-Guided Bicep Tendon Steroid Injection • Ultrasound-Guided Iliopsoas Steroid Injection • Ultrasound-Guided Steroid Injection of the Hip

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ummer is in full swing, and as the summers here are short, you’ll want to get outside and enjoy as much of it as you can!

KEEP COOL! As the temperatures rise, protect yourself against heat exhaustion

By Missi Balison

HEAT EXHAUSTION IS THE BODY’S RESPONSE TO A HIGH LOSS OF THE WATER AND SALT, USUALLY THROUGH EXCESSIVE SWEATING.

But when you are out hiking, gardening, biking, or out doing any of the amazing things that Sandpoint has to offer, you want to be careful that you don’t succumb to heat illness.

A heat illness happens when your body is unable to dissipate heat effectively, the balance of salt and water in your body becomes unbalanced, and your temperature rises. Sweating fails to keep you cool.

Heat Exhaustion Heat exhaustion is the body’s response to a high loss of the water and salt, usually through excessive sweating. Often those most prone to heat exhaustion are those who are elderly, have high blood pressure, and those working or exercising in a hot environment.

It can be easy to step into heat exhaustion when you’re out and about having a good time or focused on a project in the yard. Be sure to pay attention to the symptoms before they sneak up on you.

Symptoms of heat exhaustion include: • Headache • Nausea • Dizziness • Weakness • Irritability • Thirst • Heavy sweating • Elevated body temperature • Decreased urine output What to do: • If medical care is unavailable, call 911.

• Remove yourself from the hot area and get liquids to drink.

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• Remove unnecessary clothing, including shoes and socks.

• Cool yourself with cold compresses or wash your head, face and neck with cold water.

• Take frequent sips of cool water.

Heat stroke is the most serious of heat injuries, so you definitely don’t want to take symptoms of heat stroke lightly. The main problem with heat stroke is that your organs can be damaged by prolonged high body temperatures.

Signs of heat stroke: • High body temperature • Altered mental state or behavior (Confusion, agitation, slurred speech, irritability, delirium, seizures and coma can all result from heatstroke.)

• Nausea or vomiting • Flushed skin • Rapid breathing • Headache • Altered sweating (Skin may be hot and dry to the touch, or you may start sweating abnormal amounts.)

What to do: • Find a shady spot.

• Remove excess clothing.

• Place cold rags in these areas: back of neck, groin, armpits. And if you have access to a hose or cold packs, use those to cool down.

• Find a fan or breeze to help your body cool off.

• When feeling cooled off, head to a clinic or emergency room for medical evaluation and treatment.

Get out there and enjoy this beautiful weather—but it is imperative that you keep an eye on things and listen to your body.

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ARE YOU A COVID-19 LONG HAULER? A LOOK AT LONG-TERM SYMPTOMS ASSOCIATED WITH THIS CORONAVIRUS

BY SCOTT PORTER, SANDPOINT SUPER DRUG

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ven though Covid is on the decline for the summer, there are individuals still experiencing residual symptoms. Those with post-COVID-19 syndrome are being referred to as “long-haulers.”

There is a long list of symptoms that seem to be related to the body’s efforts to recover from the SARS-CoV-2 virus. Being overly tired, experiencing consistent body aches and pains, or having a nagging cough is not what anyone wants during our warm weather months.

I’ve seen estimates saying as many as 50 to 80 percent of COVID patients still have issues three months after their initial infection. The numbers are staggering enough that some are referring to this as the "Post-Pandemic Epidemic."

Chronic infections, like Lyme disease, HIV, hepatitis C, SARS and Epstein-Barr can linger for months and even years until the viral load is ultimately reduced or eliminated. Or until our body’s inflammatory response is once again moderated.

I read there are sometimes psychological aspects attached to Long COVID where trigger events may cause symptoms to be re-experienced; sort of like some kind of PTSD or trauma-like effect.

But more commonly, other symptoms may include challenges sleeping, a brain that isn’t quite working the way it was, headaches, and a continued reduced sense of taste or smell. Even chest pressure and breathing problems could be persistent.

Of special concern is the possibility of damage or injury to the heart, lungs, brain, neurological function, vessels and blood circulation.

COVID-19 behaves differently from one person to the next, and this goes with long-haulers. You may have been asymptomatic from the initial infection but then experience lingering symptoms later. Or you may have been hit hard right from the beginning.

While more research is still needed, long-haulers seem to have low-grade inflammation in common. This could be from the virus going dormant, persistence of mediating compounds that promote inflammation, reduced function of natural killer cells that remove infected cells, confused T-cells, and disrupted mitochondria that normally produce energy and immune-system signaling.

Nutritional deficiencies are also a common risk factor and could make things worse. Levels of zinc, B vitamins, C, and trace minerals are important, but vitamin D could be the most significant.

Interesting enough, hyper-mobility appears as a factor due to higher inflammatory conditions. So does mold and exposure to other air micro-particles or volatile organic compounds. These contribute to low-grade lung inflammation.

Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth and mast cell activation syndrome both raise the risk level of chronic COVID symptoms. Basically, anything that is related to dysregulation of your inflammatory response system is a problem.

Because of the relationship with mast cells, histamine blockers may be helpful in easing symptoms. Quercetin, vitamins D and C, and luteolin may also contribute to mast cell stabilization. Both low-dose naltrexone and ivermectin are repurposed drugs gaining in attention. Melatonin is being used for its anti-inflammatory properties.

I like a whole health approach that addresses underlying issues when dealing with long-term COVID. Diet quality, gut health, mitochondrial function and nutritional deficiencies should each be taken into account. I would also include evaluating sleep, air and water quality. Detoxification support is a huge factor for a well-running immune system.

Each of these are important health considerations for everyone, but for those with persistent long-term issues related to COVID-19, I would encourage an even closer attention.

Scott Porter, a functional medicine pharmacist, is the director of the Center for Functional Medicine & Nutrition at Sandpoint Super Drug.

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ANSWERING THE CALL TO SAVE

OUR WATERWAYS SMALL ACTIONS EFFECT CHANGE IN OUR GREATER WORLD

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here are some things that we can’t do alone. There are some things that we were made to face together, as a community, as a state, or as a people. Things like raising our families, or building safe neighborhoods, we face together. There are some problems that require a whole world to come together to ensure success. Large problems usually involve a lot of people, and it takes a lot of people to solve them. Problems like global pollution and global warming are big problems. Problems that we can’t solve on our own. But together, united by our common humanity, we can.

Here in North Idaho, we may not be able to see the ocean, but we can most certainly appreciate it, its beauty and purpose.

Many of us make the time to travel west to take in the salty ocean air and sandy beaches while being reminded of how expansive, and important, our oceans are.

“It’s important to think about the way we live and its impact on the planet,” says Tara Galuska of the Washington Fish and Wildlife. And there are many such impacts. We can see those impacts on the beaches and especially in our waterways. We can see the impacts we have on rivers through the salmon and the residents they support, such as bears. Another such resident is the Southern Orca, resident of the Puget Sound and Canada, which survives off of Chinook salmon. Salmon, in turn, survives off of krill. Krill

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survives off phytoplankton. There is currently estimated to be only 75 Southern Orca left in the whole swath of salt water that exists from the Washington Sound up to the Strait of San Juan de Fuca. Their low numbers, coupled with their dependence on the health of the local waters, makes them an endangered species.

The declining numbers of Southern Orca illustrates the circular pattern of the effects of our actions on the world, beginning with the global rise in temperatures. Scientists believe this is due to an increase in atmospheric carbon dioxide. There is still a lot of research being done on exactly why this is happening, but it is apparent that our world is changing. This change is affecting our local residents, animals and humans alike. According to the Southern Resident Orca Task Force, the carbon dioxide in the atmosphere has stayed below 300 parts per million prior to 1950. Since then, our carbon dioxide has increased to 405 parts per million. This has caused a one-degree Celsius increase in global temperatures since pre-industrial levels, suggesting that industrialization and pollution plays a part in the health of our Earth.

Twenty-five percent of the carbon dioxide in the atmosphere is absorbed by the ocean, causing an increase in ocean acidification. Algae, often seen in freshwater ponds, lakes and basins across Washington and Idaho, grows plentiful in order

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to consume the carbon dioxide and produce oxygen. The ocean’s acidification makes an inhospitable environment to most species aside from algae, which adapts to grow in the ocean. Like a fail safe for an imbalance in the atmosphere, algae grow wild, fed by an overproduction of carbon dioxide. Carbon dioxide is often present due to various levels of pollution, from untreated sewage to various inhospitable factories. Unfortunately, large amounts of algae are toxic to all fresh and saltwater species.

The one-degree Celsius rise in global temperatures also affects our streams and lakes, as snow melt decreases every year. The re-circulated warm water makes for warmer winter lakes and rivers, and dryer summer river beds. Occasionally, a rise in warm winter waters causes an overabundance of rain versus snow, increasing sediment flow and mudslides. The increased rain also runs into our drains, occasionally overwhelming our water treatment plants. Which means that sewage dumps into our ocean. More algae grows.

According to scientifically backed collected data of Washington Fish and Wildlife, major effects from climate change will be seen as soon as 2030. If conditions continue as they have been, 2030 through 2052 will see a 1.5-degree Celsius increase, which will result in the following conditions: a 67 percent increase in days over 90 degrees, 38 percent decrease in snowpack, 16 percent increase in winter streamflow, and a 23 percent decrease in summer streamflow. To lower these temperatures, and to decrease their overall effects, we must cut our carbon emissions by 45 percent by 2030.

Our changing rivers affect salmon, who spawn in rivers in the spring. They lay their eggs in the gravel, from which alevins emerge one to three months after spawning. Fry then grow from alevins, then develop into smolt. Smolt then migrate to the ocean, where they grow into adults and live for up to four years. All the combined effects of pollution and carbon dioxide disturb the breeding grounds of our salmon at all their various developmental levels. Increased flooding impacts the salmon eggs and alevins. Reduced spring flows affect the fry and smolt.

The increased algae in our oceans kill the zooplankton on which the herring and other fish feed, in turn on which the salmon feed. Salmon is considered a keystone species, meaning that they are essential for the survival

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of a variety of wildlife. As their rate of survival drops, the underlying food web becomes unstable. This is why the Orca are showing up less and less in Pacific Northwest waters, and why the health of our fresh water suffers.

When salmon suffer, we all suffer. And so, our actions come full circle.

Our seemingly small actions that we, as a people, do on the daily affect the greater world. Trash from our picnics on the beach, the chemicals that we use in our cleaners, the medications that we dispose of, waste water, improper drainage and everyday food waste all play a part in pollution. Individually, our actions are small. But together, they have a big impact. Everything eventually ends up in our waterways, and in turn runs into the oceans. Our Earth is a complicated web of interconnected pieces, of which we are also a part of.

“What we do as an individual and as a society to reduce global warming and to improve water quality for these majestic creatures also supports a better ecosystem for humans,” says Tara. This means that any movement toward change is a win-win.

The Orca are especially sensitive to any environmental changes, as are all endangered species, which is why their numbers have been in steady decline in our waterways.

Individuals on land and water play a large part in our Earth’s health, but so do large companies whose ships produce a lot of emissions. Noting the sensitivity that Orca and other wildlife have toward our actions in the water, TOTE Maritime is one company that has decided to do something about it.

Alaskan fishermen have long begun their spring season in the southern part of Washington’s Puget Sound, and still leave every year to fish for the summer season. As the polar ice melts, and less and less re-freezes every winter, fishermen and shipping companies are able to go further and further north. Many ships and fishermen are advised to be whale wise as they expand their reach into the northern waters. Ships are advised to keep their distance from whales, and to steer away from fishing in their feeding waters. There are even flags that local ships hoist to alert other ships and boats as to the presence of whales. In 2010, the coastal waters of North America were deemed emission control areas. Most companies simply adhere to the bare minimum, adhering to the emission controls and occasionally following Whale Wise protocol.

TOTE Maritime Alaska is one such company that moves up and down the northern seas. The leader in the industry in environmental practices, they chose to respond to the emission controls in a way that went above the bar for the safety of our coastal species. TOTE Maritime Alaska invested in liquified natural gas. In partnership with Puget Sound Energy, which is known for their groundbreaking and accessible environmental activism, TOTE Maritime Alaska outfitted its Orca class vessels to run on liquified natural gas. Liquified natural gas decreases particulate matter by 99 percent, vessel sulfur emissions by 98 percent, and nitrogen oxides by 91 percent. These numbers are groundbreaking. Through decreasing the waste that ships normally dump into the waters, TOTE Maritime Alaska has made some of the 70

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most environmentally friendly ships in the world, showing the world once again just how unique the Pacific Northwest is.

It is actions such as these that greatly affect our waters and the sensitive wildlife that live in it.

Large companies, such as shipping and fishing companies, play a direct part in keeping our waterways clean by the ways that they choose to conduct business. TOTE Maritime Alaska is especially inspirational in their refusal to go along with the status quo, and the hope is that other companies will follow suit. In the face of such incredible effort, we must do the same. We must allow ourselves the flexibility of positive change. Maybe not all at once, but perhaps little by little. Even the smallest steps can have a big impact. Especially when they inspire others to make steps as well. Little by little, greater change happens. There’s no better example of what a community can do when it comes together than what we see here, in the Pacific Northwest.

We can and do reduce the waste that goes in our waterways, by participating in the reduction of litter or washing our cars in professional car washes (that have proper disposal techniques).

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treating it as the precious resource that it is. We can reduce our carbon footprint by reducing our car use, from riding bikes to riding public transport. We can implement the wise use of our resources, reducing food waste by planning ahead and composting. Using products with fewer chemicals not only betters our overall health but benefits the health of our world.

The leader in the industry in environmental practices, they chose to respond to the emission controls in a way that went above the bar for the safety of our coastal species.

Individually we are small people, with a small impact. We live as people of character by our individual everyday decisions. Together we live as part of a delicate web called “community,” where each impacts the other. As such, our daily decisions of character make small dents in what our world looks like as a whole. Perhaps in our own small way we will inspire others to go upstream against apathy. It is in these seemingly small everyday acts that we make big changes, first changing ourselves until we have all changed together.

Global impact comes full circle, into our backyards. Into the realm of personal responsibility. As much as we want to pretend that global problems are beyond our reach, it’s the quality of our local watershed and the health of our resident species that speak to just how much we are doing to preserve its health.

When it comes to saving our waterways, we must answer the call to responsible living. Just like TOTE Maritime Alaska is doing. Just like the Southern Resident Orca Task Force. Just like us, who choose to not go it alone.

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iving in a region with all four of the seasons inspires the need for strategic seasonal shopping. As the heat of the Pacific Northwest summer begins to fade into shorter, cooler days, key transitional pieces will become wardrobe essentials.

Light pieces that carry well into fall’s early days are a great way to extend your summer wardrobe while staying seasonally chic. This month, shop your local boutiques for summery items with staying power. Here, you’ll find shopping inspiration through a selection of items to look for as you shop the Northwest’s seasonal styles.

Sweater vests. One of the season’s easiest ways to add a layer is the sweater vest! You’ll notice sweater vests and sleeveless knits back in style as we come closer to fall. They’re perfect as easy pieces to wear on their own as a sleeveless sweater, or to layer over a crisp white button-down as the temperatures drop.

White button-down shirts. If you don’t have that crisp white button-down in your wardrobe yet, now is the time to add one, as it’s sure to be a staple in the coming months.

Light enough to wear on its own or to layer under a cardigan, jacket, sweater vest or suit jacket, the crisp white shirt is one of the most versatile pieces you’ll pick up this season.

While temperatures stay hot, mix and match the top with your favorite shorts and skirts to stay cool.

Crop tops. Don’t put away your summer crop tops just yet! These hot-weather staples can keep you stylish in the transition to autumn. Keep them to spice up a night out, as they are easily covered under a jacket in the cooler evening temperatures, or keep them peeking through light layers for a fun weekend look. Bonus style points for crop tops in fun fabrics and leathers.

Neutral maxis. Maxi dresses made their comeback this year, and they are here to stay through the autumn. Keep your neutral-toned maxi dresses for the fall—think creamcolored shirt dresses paired with knee-high boots, or military-inspired greens with ankle boots. Maxi dresses are an easy way to add a feminine touch to your autumn days.

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well into fall festivities. From satin jumpsuits to dress up a night out, to military-style jumpsuits making a statement in the daytime, you can easily layer them over a long-sleeve shirt or underneath a wool coat on a cooler day.

essential. Dressier sandals with far-reaching straps are set to take you into autumn soirees, events and dinner parties.

White baby tees. That little white tee in your closet might be of bigger value than you realize. Cropped tops have been in style all year, and that doesn’t stop at T-shirts. Keep your fitted white “baby tee” as the ultimate base layer, then build an outfit around it based on your plans. White tees are easily paired with just about everything: this season’s carpenter pants, trousers, destroyed jeans and maxi skirts, with additional warmth brought by cardigans, denim, leather, or suit jackets.

Inland Northwest shoppers have a wide selection of local boutiques to choose from, all across North Idaho. Sandpoint’s Campfire Couture has a curated collection of unique women’s fashion and accessories, all handmade in the USA. At Carousel Emporium, they strive to provide a wide variety of beautiful women’s clothing and footwear, jewelry and accessories.

Wildflowers Resale and La Chic boutiques are also favorites of both locals and visitors alike.

Cropped sweatshirts. Those cropped sweaters you kept around for the late nights coming home from the beach, lingering around a bonfire, or the occasional rainy day, are going to be one of the best pieces to keep around for autumn. Cropped sweatshirts can range from a simple, solid color, to a retro-inspired statement piece. Get creative with your layers, and keep them in stock as a go-to piece this season.

Slouchy jeans. The comfort promised by “boyfriend” jeans and “mom” jeans alike has been deservedly embraced. These flattering, yet flexible, jeans are on the slouchier side, making them easy for the transition not only between seasons, but between day to night and work to weekend.

As they fit well with just about any selection of shoe, they’re easily taken from sandal weather into boot weather.

Floral prints. Flowers will continue to color and brighten our wardrobes well into the upcoming months. Keep your light, summery florals to add a burst of romantic energy to your fall outfits. You’ll see florals stay on boutique shelves in the form of patterned mini dresses, accessories, printed suits and more.

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ith the busyness of our everyday lives, and the many activities and adventures we’re enjoying during the warmer months, the last thing we want to worry about is putting on our makeup. How nice would it be to wash your face in the morning, moisturize, put on a little lip gloss and head out the door, ready to embark on your day?

There’s no better time than the present to embrace your natural beauty. Rather than covering up your face with multiple products, spending too much time contouring and enhancing, treat your skin to a health and beauty regimen to keep it glowing and looking great, without the need to cover it up.

With the help of one of our beauty experts, who has years in the aesthetics field, we have compiled some simple ways you can keep your face looking fresh and natural throughout the summer months and as you transition into the fall. It’s simple! Get ready to make your daily facial routine one that is easy and not time invasive. And you’ll be ready to head out the door glowing! Take a read to help bring your skin-care and beauty routine to the next level!

From what you put in your body to what you apply onto it greatly affects your skin, its appearance and glow. And it starts the moment you wake up. After a long night’s rest, it is important to cleanse your face in order to remove excess oil and create a clean canvas for what you put on your skin.

Be sure to pat dry with a clean, dry towel.

Now that you’re fresh faced, the most important must-have product to apply is sunscreen. You can eliminate makeup— the concealer, foundation and other products—by choosing and applying a tinted sunscreen. “This provides light coverage for a flawless and effortless look,” shares Bri Williams, RN, BSN at Refined Aesthetics Med Spa in Sandpoint, Idaho.

“You can use all the best products in a 10-step skin-care regimen, but if you aren’t protecting your skin, it is all for nothing,” she shares. “The number one thing you can do for your skin is wear sunscreen. UV exposure is the number one cause of premature aging and leads to skin cancer. It is imperative that you protect your skin by applying SPF daily and reapply throughout the day.”

She recommends finding a sunscreen that does double duty; one that not only protects your skin from UV damage but also packs in antioxidants to repair and rejuvenate the skin.

“My favorite is Total Defense and Repair by SkinMedica, and it is available in tinted and non-tinted.”

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hen it comes to aging gracefully, there are so many product and treatment options available that it can become overwhelming.

Between skin care, in-office treatments, and even surgery, it can be difficult to know where to start. Consulting with an aesthetic provider or plastic surgeon is an excellent way to learn from the professionals which treatments and products are best for helping you reach your goals. Consultations are generally complimentary or involve a small fee that is applied to your treatment, should you choose to go through with one. Below are some tips to ensure your consultation is successful and allows you to make an informed decision on selecting a provider.

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Make a list of your priorities.

Often aesthetic goals must be accomplished over several visits to ensure natural-looking results and a safe treatment. Prior to your consultation, make a list of the areas you would like to address and prioritize their importance. For instance, perhaps you would like to remove age spots/ hyperpigmentation and address the lines in your forehead but tightening the skin on your neck is your biggest concern. Together, you and your provider can develop a treatment plan that takes into consideration your areas of greatest concern, healing time and budget to optimize your outcome.

What are your credentials?

The first question you should ask is, “What are your credentials?” If considering plastic surgery,

Radiofrequency | Laser Hair Removal it is important that your provider is certified through the American Board of Plastic Surgery. In most states, a general surgeon can legally perform plastic surgery, but they lack the rigorous training and credentialing that comes with being a certified plastic surgeon.

If considering less-invasive aesthetic treatments, such as Botox or dermal fillers, ask what degree the provider holds, where they have trained and how much experience they have. While complications are rare, it is imperative that you are in the hands of a trained medical professional that can manage complications and keep you safe.

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A consultation is an opportunity for you to interview potential providers to find one who is a good fit for you. Do not be afraid to ask questions and ensure that you are on the same page. When making alterations to your appearance it is important that you are comfortable with your provider and their treatment plan for you.

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You can use all the best products in a 10-step skincare regimen, but if you aren’t protecting your skin, it is all for nothing.”

Apply a light coat of waterproof mascara, and a nude—or colored—lip gloss, and you’ll be on your way.

You can touch up your look as needed throughout the day by reapplying sunscreen in one step with a powdered SPF. Bri recommends Sunforgettable Broad Spectrum SPF 30 by ColorScience.

At the end of the day, no matter how exhausted you might be, it is important that you wash your face before bed. Doing this removes pollutants and dirt, and of course any products you applied throughout the day.

“Your skin cells turnover during the night to regenerate, and this process is impaired if your face is not clean,” shares Bri. She adds that there are a number of beneficial products that can be applied before bed (from antioxidants, moisturizers and growth factors, to retinol, pigment correctors and more), but at the very least be sure to use an antioxidant to protect from the environmental that Sometimes are heightened The most foundational water adventure doesn’t requireexposures anything extra. the bestin the summer and a moisturizer toakeep skin hydrated. part of summer is simply enjoying water the old-fashioned way, with goodyour old swim!

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fine lines, to preventing wrinkles, dark spots and blemishes. Also opt to treat yourself once a week or every other week to a natural face mask to maintain your skin’s health.

Other factors that many seem to forget is one’s lifestyle.

It is imperative to drink plenty of water to keep your body and skin hydrated. Getting enough sleep (yes, eight hours is ideal) to allow your body the time to repair and heal itself is also important. Exercise is a must, aiding in releasing toxins of the body as you sweat. Eat foods high in vitamins C, E and beta-carotene, which help to nourish your skin.

When you feel good about yourself, and your body is healthy inside, it tends to manifest outward—especially through the appearance of your face and skin.

Obviously, you will not see results overnight. But, as you continue to care for your skin, following a simple daily routine that works best for you and your lifestyle, you’ll soon find yourself with radiant skin, and you’ll have no reason to want to cover it up.

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Style Tips on a Budget LOOKING GLAM ON A PLAN

By Rachel Kelly

As we enjoy the last weeks of summer before the fall months arrive, here are six hard-to-beat tips for making your summer wardrobe pop. And all on an unbeatable budget to boot.

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The key is how they fit you. Simple tailor jobs cost $10 to $15, but the results are one of a kind. Your tailored shirts, pants or dresses will automatically become your favorite pieces, simply because they fit perfectly. Not only will you look good, but you’ll feel comfortable. Comfort equates to confidence.

Simple tailoring is the way to go.

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You know those crazy thrift stores that are piled high with what some may consider to be junk? Those places are the worst for looking for specific stuff, but the best for finding something stylish. Thrift stores are where all the vintage goodies are. Hidden under grandma’s matching tracksuits and the moo moos are some original Star Wars custom tees, lace-up heeled boots, retro skates and silk kimonos. The key is to keep your mind open. Don’t go in for something specific—go in to discover. Don’t be afraid to jump into the fray. You will come out with a pile of goodies for ten bucks.

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Buying in solid colors is a well-kept style secret for the on-the-budget buyer.

Keeping it simple, in colors that amplify your natural positive features, allows for mixing and matching. Favorites in solid colors, or muted styles, allow for a do over with another outfit—no one can even tell that you are wearing it again. Get your flash of color in your accessories, whether it be those impulsebuy red boots or that Etsy jewelry piece. Key accessories dress up that simple black jumper or everyday jeans into a multi-wear fashion-affair.

When embracing style on a budget, it’s important that what you buy looks right and fits well. Don’t buy according to someone else’s style; buy what fits your body and your look. Know your face type for makeup and jewelry accents. Buy colors that complement or play up your complexion. Buy clothing that fits your body type and highlights the parts of you that make you feel especially confident. What works for someone else may not work for you, and what works for you may not work for someone else. Style is just another way to celebrate what makes you unique.

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ENJOY A VIBRANT DOWNTOWN, RIVERWALK AND WORLD-CLASS BEACHES Charming Wilmington, North Carolina

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ilmington, North Carolina, is less known as a destination than its more famous Southern neighbors Charleston, South Carolina, and Savannah, Georgia, and that is its charm. You won’t find the hordes of tourists; only those in the know about this vibrant city on the banks of the Cape Fear River. Just a short drive from downtown Wilmington you will find some great beaches, each with its own unique vibe.

Where to Stay Downtown has a variety of places to stay, but you can’t beat the Front Street Inn for its location. It is just a short walk to the shops, restaurants and lively nightlife that abounds downtown. This cute Inn has onsite parking—a plus when downtown. There are a variety of rooms, and some are on the smaller size, but there are public spaces you can utilize. This is an historic hotel, so you won’t have all the amenities of a large chain hotel, but its charm and location more than make up for it. Breakfast is included in the morning.

Another option is the Hampton Inn Wilmington-University Area/Smith Creek Station, which has a great location that is close to both downtown and the beaches. Rates include breakfast.

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MLS# 20211884 - NKA Parkland Drive, Blanchard, Idaho This is a great, easy, buildable (secondary waterfront) lot located adjacent to a 125 acre parcel and within the Stoneridge Golf Course Community, which offers incredible value to any owner. Your HOA dues include Rec Center Membership with access to a pool. $89,000

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Where to Eat Wilmington has an eclectic dining scene, with a bounty of local seafood and area farms providing fresh produce to the city’s restaurants. There is also the Gullah Geechee influence from the Africans who were enslaved in the area.

If you are new to Southern dining, make sure to try Pimento Cheese. This yummy spread is now featured on many menus as a starter and is served with crisp lavash crackers. The local oysters are so good they even have their own trail. Shrimp and Grits are a staple of low-country cuisine, and just about every restaurant you go to has its own recipe.

PinPoint Restaurant is located downtown and is the epitome of farm to table with the freshest bounty from local farmers, fishermen, oystermen and shrimpers. Their names are on the menu. Speaking of menus, it changes every day to reflect what fresh ingredients are available. You will find a catch of the day, chicken, beef and pork dishes, as well as a vegetarian entrée. Each one is prepared utilizing the fresh produce and herbs. On the menu during my visit was hogfish, which must be spear caught. It eats crustaceans, so the meat has a sweet richness to it. Local Carrots was the name of a shareable plate layered with purple carrot hummus, topped with a variety of carrots, herbs and seasoning. It is a unique dish and highlights the types of food the chef makes.

The Pilot House is one of the oldest restaurants in the downtown area and has a huge local following. Located overlooking the Cape Fear River, it is a lovely venue to dine at. The menu is heavy on fresh seafood and traditional Southern dishes, but the chef ’s not afraid to be creative. For example, the Shrimp and Grits include collard greens, and to keep it from becoming a soupy mess, a fried grits cake is the base of this dish. It soaks up the jus from the greens, and with the shrimp and other ingredients is such a unique take on this traditional Southern recipe.

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The Specifics Where to Stay

Front Street Inn - FrontStreetInn.com Where to Eat PinPoint Restaurant - PinPointRestaurant.com The Pilot House - PilotHouseRest.com What to Do Airlie Gardens - AirlieGardens.org Wilmington Downtown and Riverwalk - WilmingtonandBeaches.com North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher - NCAquariums.com/fort-fisher

with a glaze that is not too sweet. They sell so many that your order is hot from the fryer. So yummy! Also in this area is the Fat Pelican, one of the diviest dive bars in the United States. This place is wild at night, but if you stop in when they first open, you will have the place to yourself. It is known for its huge walkin cooler. You go in and choose your beverage from canned beers and other alcoholic beverages, and the bartender will ring you up.

What to Do Wilmington, with its surrounding beaches, provides a plethora of things to do. Explore the downtown area and visit the many local shops, restaurants and museums. The newly revitalized Riverwalk is a lovely place to stroll with cute little pocket gardens and views of the Cape Fear River. A one-hour river cruise on the Henrietta is a great way to learn a bit about the history of the area and some fun, local anecdotes. A must stop is Cape Fear Rum Cakes on Front Street. This family owned business is kicking out some seriously good cakes. The rum keeps them moist and helps preserve the cakes in a vacuum seal for six months. There are three sizes available, and the 5-ounce size is enough for one to two people and makes a perfect gift. Nothing on the shelves is older than a day or two because they are selling as fast as they make them.

Plan to spend a full day out at the Fort Fisher area. In the morning, do a beach hike along the Basin Trail with views of the ocean before it gets too hot. Then tour the North Carolina Aquariums with its state-of-theart exhibits. The otters are always popular, as well as the sharks in the big tank. Don’t miss the outside trails with some beautiful artwork. For lunch, either pack a picnic or dine at the café at the aquarium. After lunch, explore the Fort Fisher Museum and learn about this Civil War site. Then walk around the outside exhibits to see the remnants of the fort.

A beach day is a must while visiting this area. Kure Beach is a quieter beach popular with retirees and families. Wrightsville Beach is bustling and more of a challenge to find parking. At Carolina Beach, you will find the boardwalk with lots of shops and amusement park rides. There is really something for everyone. Each beach also has fishing piers where you can rent fishing equipment.

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Insider Tip: Make sure to read the parking signs. The side street parking by shops and restaurants is usually two hours and turns over more frequently. The lots have all-day parking options. All parking is fee based.

You can download an app to make the process easier. Some parking meters have swipers for credit cards.

Airlie Gardens is a beautifully landscaped coastal south garden with 67 acres of formal gardens and walking paths. The crown jewel of the gardens is the Airlie Oak, which is a Southern Live Oak tree almost 500 years old. It sits amidst an expansive lawn surrounded by azalea bushes.

Pick up a self-guided walking tour brochure at the entrance. Explore more than a dozen gardens including the Pergola, Minnie Evans Bottle Chapel, a seasonal butterfly house and much more.

With its revitalized downtown, Riverwalk, and charming walkable historic district, as well as the spectacular beaches, Wilmington is the perfect vacation destination.

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FIESTA BONITA Authentic Mexican cuisine prepared fresh daily. Fiesta Bonita’s menu is full of many unique and authentic recipes. They have a full bar at their Ponderay location and outdoor seating. Open daily at 11am. Bring the family or make it a date night. There is something for everyone at Fiesta Bonita!

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BEET & BASIL AT THE CREEK From food truck to full service restaurant, Beet and Basil’s primary focus is global flavors with local ingredients. Street foods from all over the world come to life using ingredients supplied by local farmers, ranchers and foragers. Enjoy staples available throughout the year and rotating menu based on what’s fresh and in season. Open for take-out for lunch and dinner 11am to 7pm.

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CITY BEACH ORGANICS City Beach Organics offers top-notch, made-fromscratch organic food and drinks in a recently renovated downtown location. They serve homemade soups daily!

Conveniently located, they can also make your order to go!

Open Sunday 9am to 6pm, and Monday through Friday 7am to 6pm; closed Saturday.

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LE CATERING Locally owned and operated by Chef Adam Hegsted as part of Eat Good Group, Le Catering Co. features the best Inland Northwest producers and products cooked by award-winning chefs. They specialize in using local, seasonal ingredients and highlighting them by cooking them simply and honestly. They invite you to call them to set up your special event.

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UPTOWN BAGEL CO. If you're looking for the perfect stop for breakfast, lunch and everything in between, then look no further than your neighborhood bagel shop. At Uptown Bagel Co. in Sandpoint, they proudly serve up the freshest bagels in town from 7am to 3pm Monday through Saturday, and 8am to 1pm Sunday.

Any time is bagel time. Uptown Bagel Co. proudly serves Tractor beverages, New Yorker Bagels and Doma Coffee.

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Sandpoint’s premier waterfront dining offers an extensive menu of American cuisine with an impressive wine list. Featuring a full-service bar and beautiful view of Lake Pend Oreille. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week, Trinity at City Beach is ready to become your new favorite restaurant.

Sweet Lou’s Restaurant and Bar proudly offers something for everyone, with specialties including chicken fried steak, smoked prime rib, bison ribs, and grilled PB&J and bacon sandwiches. All menu items are reasonably priced, fresh and made to order. Full bar.

A beautiful waterfront, fine-dining restaurant in a romantic lodge setting overlooking Lake Pend Oreille. Whether it is summer on the patio or cozying up to the fireplace in the winter, FortyOne South’s spectacular sunsets, innovative cuisine, full bar and extensive wine list are sure to make it a memorable night out. The bar and restaurant menu changes with the season offering a variety of delicious food year-round.

Reservations recommended.

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Voted Best Burger in Bonner County! Treat yourself to the tastiest burger in town, made with housepressed patties using locally sourced, grass-fed meat from Wood’s. Burgers are served on a soft toasted organic bun finished with quality ingredients and homemade sauces. Diners can also choose from a selection of salads, hand-cut fries, real ice cream milkshakes, soft drinks and beer, wine and canned cocktails. Visit Facebook and Instagram for their latest promos, and find them in the Gateway parking lot at Schweitzer on weekends and holidays! Open Monday-Tuesday 11am-3pm, Thursday-Saturday 11am-8pm, Sunday 11am-6pm. You can order to-go!

Fresh and unique, Jalapenos Mexican Restaurant in Downtown Sandpoint has been a favorite of many for over 25 years. Whether it’s Margarita Monday, Taco Tuesday or Magic Wednesday, there is something for everyone here, and its newly expanded menu has brought even more choices to diners. If you are looking for family fun, a date night or even a place to host a party in their private dining room, Jalapenos Mexican Restaurant will keep you coming back for more!

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JALAPEÑO POPPERS WITH BACON Recipe Courtesy of Tina VanDenHeuvel You can follow Tina @madebetterforyou on Instagram

INGREDIENTS: 12 jalapeños 1 8-oz. package bacon, each piece cut into thirds 2 8-oz. blocks cream cheese, softened 6 oz. Mexican-blend cheese, shredded 2 jalapeños, seeded and diced 1 tbsp. cumin 2 tsp. garlic powder 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. pepper

METHOD: • Preheat your oven to 400˚F. Spray a broiler pan, or cover a sheet pan with aluminum foil, and place a wire rack on top with non-stick cooking spray. Set it aside for later.

• Start by prepping the jalapeños using a chef’s knife to cut off the stems, and cut the jalapeños in half lengthwise. Then, use a spoon to scrape out all the seeds and the white membrane inside the pepper. You can discard the seeds once you’re done or keep a few to add to the cream cheese mixture if you like it extra hot.

• In a medium-size mixing bowl, mix together the cream cheese, cheese, jalapeños and seasonings. Fill each jalapeño with the mix.

• Cut bacon strips into thirds and lay a piece on top of the cream cheese mix. Once you have filled and topped all the jalapeños with bacon, place them in the oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until bacon is done.

• Let cool before serving. Enjoy!

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OUTDOOR DINING WITH A VIEW At Forty-One South you will enjoy spectacular sunsets, beautiful waterfront dining, innovative cuisine, delicious food, fun cocktails, and professional and courteous service. Relax with a drink and enjoy the beautiful Lake Pend Oreille waterfront in our romantic lodge setting.

We have a full bar and extensive wine list too.

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IN SANDPOINT 49TH ANNUAL ARTS & CRAFTS FAIR

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t’s time to celebrate the arts in Sandpoint! Pend Oreille Arts Council once again presents the annual Arts & Crafts Fair. Held over two days in downtown Sandpoint on 2nd Avenue and Main Street, attendees will enjoy everything from artist booths and food vendors, a child youth art arena and more!

Locals and visitors alike will have the opportunity to explore artist exhibits featuring ceramics, fiber, glass, jewelry, home goods, metal, paintings and drawings, photography, wood, and foods. You can view the entire list of this year's participating vendors online at ArtinSandpoint.org/arts-crafts-fair.

The Arts & Crafts Fair will run Saturday, August 14, from 9am to 5pm, and Sunday, August 15, 9am to 4pm. All proceeds go directly to support POAC’s programs in visual and performing arts and art education for the benefit of the Sandpoint community.

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Another way to show your support to the Pend Oreille Arts Council and its mission for supporting excellence in the arts is by attending POAC’s annual Art Party. This promises to be a wonderful evening featuring a gourmet dinner catered by Ivano's Ristorante; cocktails, wine and beer; entertainment from Allegro Dance Studio and Suzuki String Academy; and a special selection of silent and live auction items. Attendees will also have the chance at a sneak peek of Pend Oreille Arts Council's 2021-2022 Performing Arts Series.

This fundraising event takes place Friday, August 27, starting at 5:30pm, and will be held at Sandpoint Organic Agricultural Center (10881 North Boyer Road). Tickets are priced $95 per person and can be purchased online at ArtinSandpoint.org/art-party. Don’t wait! Get your tickets today!

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SANDPOINT BONNER COUNTY RODEO Sandpoint Bonner County Rodeo will present its seventh annual PRCA/ WPRA rodeo event at the Bonner County Fairgrounds (4203 North Boyer Road) on August 6 and 7. There will also be women's barrel racing sanctioned by the Women's Professional Rodeo Association. Advanced tickets are priced $8 for children (6 to 12 years old) and $15 for adults (13 years of age and older), and at the main gate for $10 and $18 respectively.

They can also be purchased around town at the following locations: Bonner County Fairgrounds Office, Carter Country Farm & Feed, Columbia Bank, Les Schwab Tire, North 40, Sandpoint Super Drug, Wood's Hay & Grain, and Tractor Supply in Oldtown. The Bonner County Fairgrounds arena will open at 6:30pm both nights. For additional details, and to purchase tickets, visit SandpointBonnerCountyRodeo.com.

HUCKLEBERRY COLOR FUN RUN & WALK This colorful family event returns to Schweitzer Mountain on Sunday, August 8. A great way to start your day, children and adults alike can run or walk through the forest while getting covered with color tossed by the forest urchins. This is a great family event, and participants can choose the 2.5k or 5k course. All paying participants will receive a custom multi-use bandana/face covering, gourmet hotdog lunch, sunglasses, powder pack for the color toss, and a complimentary lift ticket for after the run. Registration is $40 for adults,$37 for juniors (kids 12 and younger) in advance; $45 and $42 respectively the day of, if space allows. Kids 6 and younger are free with an adult. Register online at Schweitzer.com.

2ND ANNUAL LAZY A .08K Angels Over Sandpoint invites the community to their second annual Lazy A .08k: Straight Outta Quarantine. Registration begins at noon on August 28 at MickDuff ’s Beer Hall, with the kids’ race starting at 1pm, followed by the adults. Runners will hydrate before the start of the race with only the highest quality beer (root beer for the kiddos) before facing numerous obstacles and carbo-loading halfway through the event. Racers will cross the finish line at the Beer Hall, where participants young and old can celebrate victory and take photos. General entry is $25 and includes pre-race beer and swag bag. If you opt for VIP registration, entry is $50 and includes pre- and post-race beer, special VIP treatment, transportation across the course, and a VIP swag bag. There will be live music, food onsite and additional games after the race. Register online today at Eventbrite. com and search Lazy A .08k.

* Please note, as of press time, these events were still scheduled to take place as planned. Due to the continuing pandemic, there is the possibility that event schedules may change or events canceled completely. Be sure to visit event websites to stay up to date with current information.

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