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Counties can revert to pre Growth Management Governor signs legislation crafted by Dansel, Kretz BY DON GRONNING OF THE MINER

OLYMPIA – Gov. Jay Inslee signed a bill Monday, March 31, that would allow four small counties, including Pend Oreille, to revert back to the way they planned before the Growth Management Act was implemented by the Legislature in

1990. Or not, depending on how Engrossed House Bill 1224 is interpreted. “There is potential for confusion about what the legislation does,” said Gregg Dohrn, a professor of planning at Eastern Washington University. He is also a paid county planning department consultant. The legislation can be viewed in a straightforward manner to allow four small counties to plan the way they planned before they decided to fully plan under the Growth Management Act. In addition to Pend Oreille County, Ferry, Garfield and Columbia counties will be able to take advantage of the

reduced planning requirements. Each of the counties has less than 20,000 people. Dohrn said that the bill should be called a “revert back” bill, meaning counties could revert back to how they planned before GMA. “Opting out” is a misnomer, as there still would be a requirement for critical areas ordinances, protection of natural resource lands and comprehensive plans, as well as the Shoreline Management Act. But if the county decides to revert back, disputes would SEE GROWTH, 10A

Group chooses Newport principal BY DESIREÉ HOOD OF THE MINER

NEWPORT – Superintendent Dave Smith said the principal interview committee is recommending to the board of directors Troy Whittle, 40, for the position after a committee and public interview process Wednesday, March 26. Whittle was one of four candidates interviewed. The school board needs to approve the hiring, Tuesday, April 22, before the

‘There is great opportunities for kids.’ Troy Whittle

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final job offer will be made. “We are pretty happy,” Smith said. “I received great recommendations about his work in his current district.” Smith said Whittle has good experience and had several good references. He said there was good feedback from students, staff and the community about the candidate. Whittle is currently the

secondary principal at Columbia High School in the White Salmon Valley School District, in the Columbia River Gorge. Smith said Columbia High School has students and staff demonstrating leadership, it has a good environment and is very student engaging, which are traits Smith would like to have in Newport. “The WHAT’S NEXT: comBOARD MEETS mittee WHITTLE: Tuesday, April 22, 5 p.m. saw real strengths in the direction he was taking his school, parallel to where we want to go,” Smith said. “He was just very well rounded.” Once the board approves of the candidate, Whittle told Smith he would resign from his current district. A contract would not be completed with Newport until July, Smith said. Current principal Dennis Matson’s salary is about $84,457. He had about 11 years experience during the 2012-2013 school year, according to state school records. Whittle also has 11 years experience and made SEE PRINCIPAL, 2A

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The eagle looked like a goner when it was found in a pasture in Elk. It was brought to Pend Oreille County commissioner Karen Skoog. Skoog, her husband John and Dr. Renee King took the bird to the Mt. Spokane Veterinary Hospital. Here Dr. Jocelyn Woodd, John Skoog and Dr. King are pictured with the bird Saturday, March 29.

Eagle survives suspected botulism

BY DON GRONNING OF THE MINER

SPOKANE – This eagle looked near death when it was found in a pasture in Elk Saturday, March 29. “Saturday afternoon a neighbor told us another neighbor had found an eagle he thought was dead,” Pend Oreille County Commissioner Karen Skoog said. He had contacted

Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife. They said they would be out to pick it up on Monday, however, on closer examination he thought it was alive, Skoog said. “My husband went get the eagle and bring it to Dr. Renee King, who is a small animal veterinarian in our neighborhood.” They went online to find the nearest wildlife rehabilitator SEE EAGLE, 2A

County jail work planned

State Reps talk forest, planning, education MINER PHOTO|DON GRONNING

7th District Representatives Shelly Short R- Addy and Joel Kretz RWauconda, stopped by The Miner to talk about the recently concluded legislative session. They were both happy the Growth Management legislation to allow small counties to plan differently passed as they were that the state will return more federal funds to school districts. They also expressed interest in a movement to allow states to take back federal forest land. Kretz predicted a separation of powers showdown over the state Supreme Court’s decision to require specific dollar amounts for education. He says you can’t obligate future legislatures.

BY DON GRONNING OF THE MINER

NEWPORT – Ten new beds could be added to the Pend Oreille County jail by reconfiguring its design, Pend Oreille County Public Works Director Sam Castro told county commissioners Monday, March 31. Castro told the commissioners $100,000, which represents the county’s total capital projects budget for 2014, would cover the immediate needs at the jail, which include camera repairs and replacement, as well as the remodel. The reconfiguration could be done for about $70,000, Castro said. The county staff SEE JAIL, 2A

B R I E F LY Metaline Falls to hold public meeting on water system METALINE FALLS – The Town Council of Metaline Falls will hold a public meeting to discuss a consultant to complete a feasibility study regarding the town acquiring the water system, Tuesday, April 15, at 7 p.m. The water system is owned and operated by the Pend Oreille Public Utility District. The Mayor of Metaline Falls Tara Leininger said the public is invited to attend. All customers of the water system, both inside and outside of the city limits, are encouraged to come

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to the meeting. The town and the PUD have been discussing an acquisition since September 2013. PUD staff held a meeting in Metaline Falls Saturday, March 22, to discuss the water system costs and options for operating it. That meeting was continued until Tuesday, March 25, for the town officials to hold further discussion. Sixteen area residents attended this meeting. “We are interested, we are serious, but we still have to make a decision if it is in the consumers’ and the town’s best interest,” Leininger said following the Saturday meeting. Call the town clerk at 509-446-2211 for more information.

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Driver dies when car flips near Davis Lake NEWPORT – A 40-year-old Spokane woman died when she lost control of her car six miles south of Usk, and it rolled, landing in a creek on its roof, Friday, March 28 at about 3 a.m. Barbara Pierre was traveling southbound on Highway 211 near Davis Lake, driving what is believed to be a 2003 Pontiac Grand Am. The vehicle was totaled and her passenger, 49-year-old Scott Edward, also of Spokane, was injured and SEE BRIEFLY, 2A

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BRIEFLY: taken to Newport Hospital. Pierre was wearing a seatbelt, according to the Washington State Patrol, but it was unknown if Edward was. No charges have been filed in the case, but alcohol and/or drugs may have been a factor in the accident, according to WSP.

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could be used for some of that work, he said. Some $20,000 was spent earlier this year to install a new perimeter fence at the jail. In addition to the $100,000, the county has $250,000 as a line item in the general fund budget for capital outlays. Capital outlays can be anything from office equipment and supplies to buildings. If needed, some of these funds could be used for the jail work. But the commissioners did not commit any

‘Anytime I see a liability, I get worried.’ Sam Castro

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funds Monday. Castro and jail commander Geoff Rusho met with commissioners to update them on the jail. Auditor Marianne Nichols and data processing coordinator Jill Shacklett sat in on the meeting to provide information on the budget. Rusho said the remodel could use the existing plumbing, which will reduce the costs some. Rusho said he would like to add eight beds for males and two for females. The beds would be located in the common area and the library, he said. The remodel would make a separate recreation area for the women. The 2003 federal Prison Rape Elimination Act calls for sight and sound separation between males and females, he said. Castro said he was asked to look into buying a new video system for the jail. He was directed by the commissioners to find one for the lowest cost that could be expanded. The lowest cost turned out to be about $100,000, so he looked at repairing the existing system. Public works was able to get two of the five broken cameras to work

again. He plans on either replacing or fixing the other three cameras, something expected to cost $10,000. Castro pointed out another problem with the parking lot at the jail. It needs about $20,000 to repair a hole. County commissioner Steve Kiss said that, as far as he was concerned, that could be a low priority item, as the parking lot could go back to gravel, if needed. Castor said that depends. “Anytime I see a liability, I get worried,” Castro said. As a risk manager, he found the risk of a deputy twisting an ankle and being off work or a member of the public falling and submitting a claim unacceptable, especially since he knows about the problem. Castro said the real problem was a lack of long range planning. He said the $100,000 could deal with short term problems, but what was really needed was long range planning. “There really hasn’t been any forward planning,” he said. He said $50,000 was needed to come up with a long-range jail facilities plan. He said some grant funding was available. County commissioner Mike Manus said former state Sen. John Smith could be hired to seek grants. He would be paid with a percentage of the grant, about 5 percent. Skoog pointed out that the comprehensive plan would have to be updated to include the $50,000. “That could be done at the end of the year,” she said. There have been two groups working on the problem – a capital facilities group and a corrections facility work group. The capital facilities group has met and prioritized capital facility needs in the county. The corrections facilities work group has concentrated on the jail. Commissioners recommended the two groups get together to share information and make sure both saw things the same way.

Race for Anderson’s seat heats up SANDPOINT – The Idaho state representative from Priest Lake, who has represented Bonner and Boundary counties since 2004, is not seeking re-election. This will be Republican Eric Anderson’s last year as state rep for District 1, Seat A, but the primary election, set for May, is ripe with new faces. Republicans Heather Stott of Blanchard and Stephen Snedden of Sandpoint are running against each other. Democrats Laura Bry of Sandpoint and Steve Tanner of Bonners Ferry are also running. The winning Democrat and winning Re-

publican will face off in the November General Election. Anderson, a Republican, has said he is leaving the legislature to focus on the quagga mussels issue in Northern Idaho, a topic he has championed during his time in office. The mussels are an invasive species that have invaded several Western States’ waters in recent years. Boat inspections at Idaho’s borders are one of the systems in place to prevent the mussels from spreading here. The entire Idaho state legislature is up for election this year.

Also in District 1, which represents Bonner and Boundary counties, incumbent Rep. George E. Eskridge, R-Dover, is running against Republican Sage Dixon of Ponderay. Democrats Andrew Sorg of Sandpoint and Bob Vickaryous of Bonners Ferry are also running. For state senator, incumbent Sen. Shawn Keough, R-Sandpoint, is running against Danielle Ahrens, also of Sandpoint. Constitution Party candidates Christian Fioravanti of Bonners Ferry and Jack Mervin of Blanchard are also running.

Priest Lake resident requests setback variances SANDPOINT – The Bonner County Planning and Zoning Commission is holding a public hearing to decide on several setback variances for property located at Priest Lake.

Julie Heiskell is seeking variances for an existing home site to allow for a front yard setback of zero for a parking platform, and 21 feet for a carport and retaining wall, where 25 feet is required.

CUSICK – The Pend Oreille County Republican Party will host the Lincoln Day Dinner, Saturday, April 19, at 4:30 p.m. at the American Legion in Cusick, in honor of the U.S. Constitution and the second Amendment rights. Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers will be the keynote speaker. Social hour begins at 4:30 p.m. with dinner starting at 5:30 p.m. A door prize of an NRA Special Edition Takedown Model of the Ruger 10/22 semi-automatic rifle will be given away during the event. For more information or to RSVP, call Bob at 509-292-8321 or Mike at 509-671-1434.

PRINCIPAL: Four men interviewed for position FROM PAGE 1

about $87,861 annually for the same school year. Whittle grew up in the Chattaroy area where he said it is “home.” He graduated from Eastern Washington University before teaching at a couple schools, ending in White Salmon, Wash. “It’s time for me to settle down,” Whittle said. He said the cost of living in White Salmon is high and he would prefer to move back to the area he feels is home and work at a school the size of Newport. “There is great opportunities for kids,” Whittle said during the forum. “But also opportunities for administrators and teachers.” He is married with four children ranging in age from 6-14. His hobbies usually involve his family, he said. Matson is leaving for a job in the middle of the state at the end of the school year. Smith said 19 applications were completed and accepted by the district and a four-person committee

handled the interviews of the top four candidates. Once the committee was done, the candidates took part in a community forum that afternoon. Smith said the community filled out surveys after sitting and talking with candidates and those documents were used to help with the decision on choosing a candidate. “We want to make sure the right person is here,” Smith said. The four men interviewed included Michael Olsen, a high school principal in Endicott, Wash.; Chuck Green, an assistant principal at a school in Arizona and a 1993 graduate Newport High School; and Philip Johnson, an English teacher from Colville High School. He has his principal credentials and was interviewed for the position before. He made it to the final two candidates before the district chose to hire Dennis Matson, the principal leaving. Whittle will meet with the board of directors Tuesday, April 22.

EAGLE: Recovered; moved to flight cage Tuesday FROM PAGE 1

and found the Mt. Spokane Veterinary Hospital. “At first we all thought it was dead and Renee could not feel a heartbeat,” Skoog said. “John wrapped it in a towel and held it close while rubbing its chest. It started to have a heartbeat he could feel and we saw its chest start to rise with breaths. Renee verified this with her stethoscope so she called Mt. Spokane Veterinary Hospital to discuss what to do while I called the WDFD officer Severin Erickson to let him know we had the eagle and where bringing it in to the vet.” The adult male bird was non responsive when it first arrived, and not much hope was initially given for its survival. After staff at the vet clinic ruled out broken bones and toxicity, such as lead poisoning, they started giving intravenous fluids and antibiotics. The bird made a recovery and was moved to the flight cage Tuesday. “He’s eating and acting ag-

gressive,” said Laila Courtney, the clinic’s manager. Tuesday. “He’s had two rats today.” Courtney says they hope to release the eagle in the near future. As far as the staff can tell, the bird had a natural occurring form of avian botulism. Botulism eats away at birds’ nervous system, first affecting their ability to close their wings and then progressing to the point where they have trouble breathing and their hearts fail. A heartbeat couldn’t be detected at first when John Skoog started rubbing its chest, said Karen Skoog. The heart started beating again, although the Skoogs didn’t have much hope for the bird when they left Saturday. But things turned around and it appears the eagle will make a full recovery. The Mt. Spokane Veterinary Hospital, located on Highway 2 across from Cattails, has a certified wildlife rehabilitator. All wildlife work is volunteer but the hospital has a donation jar up front for supplies for the program.

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B R I E F LY Angel Paws delivers 1,500 pounds of food NEWPORT – Angel Paws of Pend Oreille County members distributed 1,500 pounds of dog and cat food at the Lutheran Church in Newport during the Second Harvest food distribution. Angel Paws can provide veterinary care assistance, vaccines and spay and neuter for low income pet owners, seniors and disabled pet owners in Pend Oreille County. For information call Deb at 509-445-1005 or Sue at 509-447-5947.

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Shriners hospital clinic in Newport NEWPORT – Newport Hospital and Health Services and the North Spokane Shrine Club will host a free clinic with the Shriners Hospitals for Children Saturday, April 5, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The clinic will be inside Family Health Center, next door to Newport Hospital. Shriners Hospitals deliver care, free of charge, to children up to age 18 who are suffering from burn injuries and varying orthopedic and neuromusculoskeletal disorders and diseases. Initial assessments will be conducted at Newport Hospital; if accepted for Shriners’ services, follow-up treatment will be held at the Spokane Shriners Hospital. No appointment is necessary for the free clinic. For more information, contact clinic coordinators Dale Cooper at 509-3251536 or Carl Justice at 509-276-6648. Additional information is available at the Shriner’s website at http://www.shrinershospitalsforchildren.org.

Crime Victims Services to discuss grant funding NEWPORT – Pend Oreille Crime Victims Services is hosting a community planning process meeting to discuss regional grand funding. The meeting is Thursday, April 10, at 11 a.m. at the Crime Victim Services conference room, 730 W. 1st St., Newport. Those attending will discuss services the centers provide in Region 6, which includes Pend Oreille, Ferry and Stevens counties, how the grant funds were utilized last year, and how the community would like to see funds used this coming year. Lunch will be provided to community participants upon reservations. Anyone is welcome to come and participate. Make your reservation by calling 509-447-2274.

The Newport school board met in the Grizzly Den at the high school for a regular board meeting, Tuesday, March 25. Most of the woodwork around the school has been re-stained following the fire in the woodshop at the end of February to rid the school of a strong smoke smell.

Newport to get new Assistant Principal Timber funds signed by Governor BY DESIREÉ HOOD OF THE MINER

NEWPORT – The Newport School District board of directors, during the regular school board meeting Tuesday, March 25, approved hiring a new assistant principal, who will also serve as athletic director for the high school because general funds have increased because of state increases and the levy passing. “We are just shifting the budget around to afford this,” Newport Business Manager Tom Crouch said. Crouch said district administrators feel that this position is important and they need consistency with an athletic director. Superintendent Dave Smith agreed saying, “We feel now is the time to create an assistant principal/ AD at the high school.” Smith said they are currently compiling a list of qualifications with the new principal candidate Troy Whittle, (see separate story), and will put out a job listing in the next

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couple of weeks. Gov. Jay Inslee signed legislation Monday, March 31, that allows districts with more than 57 percent free or reduced lunch to keep up to $70,000 of timber funds. Crouch said Newport is closer to 60 percent for free and reduced lunches. The district receives about $300,000 each year because the district has a large amount of Forest Lands that cannot be taxed. The state normally subtracts this amount from the funds it gives the district each year. The timber funds primarily help the small districts in the state. Another bill attempted to increase the amount of hours spent in the classroom, however, Smith said that did not pass for the full 1,080 hour requirement. The state took the 1,000-hour current requirement and averaged it with the 1,080-hour rule bringing it down to 1,027 hours of class time. “School districts have to go, at the very least, 1,027

hours,” Smith said. This requirement will start at the beginning of next school year. The board approved the calendar for the 20142015 school year. The only items on the calendar that need added are five early release days and Smith said they will add those days and release the calendar soon. “We will get that done soon and get this out to our community so they can start making plans,” Smith said. One change, according to Smith, is that conferences are now in November, not October. “Give the teachers a little more time with the kids before they start meeting the parents,” Smith said. “October’s early.” The Newport School Board will hold only one board meeting during the month of April because of spring break. The meeting will be held Tuesday, April 22 at 5 p.m. in the Newport School District Board room.

NEWPORT – A 32-yearold man who says he has been an addict 22 years was sentenced to 364 days in jail for solicitation to possess methamphetamine, with 174 days suspended. Charles Castro, 32, told Superior Court Judge Alan Nielson that he grew up in a family of drugs, alcohol and chaos. He wants to change and has cut ties to his family. “I had to look in my mother’s eyes and tell her I couldn’t see her again,” Castro said, because of her involvement with drugs. Deputy prosecutor Jeremy Schmidt said that this is a last chance for Castro, who is also facing charges in Spokane. Castro was on a Drug Offender Treatment Sentencing Alternative out of Spokane when he was arrested last October in Pend Oreille County. Pend Oreille deputies caught him after he and another man fled a vehicle deputies were pursuing. A loaded pistol, scales and a small amount of meth were found in the vehicle. If Spokane revokes the

DOSA, Castro is looking at a long prison term, Schmidt said. In exchange for the plea, an unlawful possession of a firearm charge was dismissed, although it could be brought back if Castro is non compliant with the terms of his sentence. Defense attorney Robin McCroskey said that Castro

‘I had to look in my mother’s eyes and tell her I couldn’t see her again.’ Charles Castro Defendant

realizes he needs to completely stay away from old drug using friends and family in order to get away from drugs. Nielson said that Castro’s court statement was one of the more heartfelt ones he has heard. He sentenced Castro to 364 days in jail, with 174 suspended and credit for 190 days. He also assessed him $1,000 in fines and court costs.

Couple shares key to happiness NEWPORT – The Diamond Lake Seventh-day Adventist Church is hosting a series on how to save money, lose weight and live a happier life, starting Sunday, April 6 at 6 p.m. Fran and Arlen Fletcher will explain how they lost 170 pounds between the two of them, reduced their risk of heart disease without using pills, potions or supplements, and now enjoy outdoors sports such as hiking and

snowshoeing. The movie “Forks over Knives” will be shown, followed by their story. The program continues Monday and Tuesday, at 6:30 p.m. The first Sunday of each month the couple will show how to prepare food that helps reduce heart disease and save money. The church is located at eight miles south of Newport on Highway 2. For more information, call 509245-6006.

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ince the land use experts aren’t sure what the bill signed into law by Washington Governor Jay Inslee Monday will mean to this county, the Pend Oreille County Commissioners are justified in studying it and moving cautiously before deciding to adopt it or not. The controversial bill in its original form was called the optout-of-state-growth-management and had some rejoicing at the time. But it was pounded into the shape of the bill signed Monday by compromise between conservatives and environmental groups. It now looks more like opt-down-from-stategrowth-management. It also looks a lot less clear. There are a few points that are clear. Under the new law, critical land areas for agriculture, forestry and mining in the county protected by growth management will still have to be protected. The rural character of the county will also have to be maintained. Many other state laws dealing with environmental protection won’t be waved if the county adopts the opt down. It won’t end the new state shoreline development regulations, for example, adopted by the county. That, like many other land use laws, are separate. The language in the law that requires maintaining the rural quality of portions of the county highlights the problems with the bill. It is left to interpretation by county officials and, if challenged, the courts. The big questions here are: Can the minimum lot size of 5 acres under the growth management act be reduced to 2 acres if the county adopts the new law? Will this still meet the requirement of maintaining rural qualities? Will the courts allow the reduction in lot size if the county decides to adopt the new law and make the change? There are many other questions that need answers before the county jumps on board the opt down bandwagon. Among them are whether or not the small cities will lose some state revenue connected to having a development plan under the growth management act. There are also potential costs to the county from adopting this bill. The big question for the commissioners is whether or not adopting this new option for land use planning will actually give them any more local control. This was the primary reason for many pushing to opt out of state growth management. Or will the change just cost more time and money to end up complying with the same state requirements? --FJW

Wasden’s war on students, salmon and jobs What do thousands of Idaho school children, Kokanee salmon and North Idaho’s job market have in common? They are all victims of Attorney General Lawrence Wasden’s misguided legal actions and his personal vendetta against 500 cottage site lessees on Priest and Payette Lakes.

A brief history of the Cottage Sites More than 500 individuals and families lease cottage site lots from the Endowment Trust. The Endowment owns the land but the cabins built on the land are owned by the lessees as personal property. In many instances, the G U E ST lots have O P I N I O N been leased by the same KAARI families BURROWS for many DAVIES generaAUTHOR tions. This split ownership arrangement between the State and the lessees has led to conflict over the years. Problems related to appraising the land and obtaining the maximum return to the endowment trust have been ongoing. In 2010, the State Land Board of Commissioners made the wise decision to get out of the under performing residential leasing business at both Priest and Payette lakes. After receiving significant input from an independent consulting firm, the Land Board decided they could generate more income for the Endowment Trust by transferring

the assets from residential leasing (which generated 2.5 percent return on investment) into other higher performing assets, including timberland (with a 6-8 percent return).

Wasden declares war on the Cottage Site Lessees The ink was barely dry on the Cottage Site Plan (the Land Board’s approved plan for “disposing” of the cottage sites through land exchanges and public auctions), when Attorney General Wasden filed a lawsuit against (his own client) the State Land Board of Commissioners and launched his personal war on 500 cottage site lessees at Priest and Payette Lakes. Wasden’s lawsuit was a victory … for Lawrence Wasden. He persuaded the Supreme Court to reinstitute “conflict auctions” on the cottage sites at both Priest and Payette lakes. After nearly $200,000 in legal fees, Wasden’s lawsuit will generate less than $36,000 in additional annual rental income from four conflict auctions on Priest Lake going forward. The net could be a loss to the Endowment as two of those conflict auctions remain in costly litigation between the State of Idaho, the original lessees and the individuals who filed the conflicts. Wasden’s lawsuit did one other thing with mixed results for the Endowment Trust. The court ruling encouraged the Land Board to increase the annual rental rate for the cottage sites by 60 percent from 2.5 to 4 percent of the appraised land value. Previously earning $4.6 million from cottage site leasing in 2010, the Endowment SEE DAVIES, 5A

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YO U R O P I N I O N Attend presentation on campaign funds To the editor: I would like to invite you to an educational presentation on a subject that I feel strongly about – the ability of large (even multi-national) corporations and organized entities having the ability to donate untold sums of money to our political campaigns. A presentation is planned for Saturday, April 5, at 10 a.m. at the Sacheen Fire Station. With the 2010 Supreme Court ruling known as “Citizens United,” more than 100 years of campaign laws were nullified. Corporations were afforded the same Constitutional rights as people. The voices of the “little” people, less moneyed people, middle class workers, veterans and senior citizens are being drowned out by the millionaires and billionaires. These people have the ability to give unlimited funds to any candidate or political issue they wish to influence. A member of the Spokane Moves to Amend the Constitution (SMAC) will give an informative talk about how and when corporations began to gain the powers they have today, the impact this power has on our elections and what we can do to take back our voices in our governance. Initiative I-1329 calls for Washington to join 16 other states in passing an amendment to the U.S. Constitution to reduce the influence of big money on our elections. If you know nothing or even just a little about this initiative, now is the opportunity to educate yourself. This would be a good event for your children to learn about the initiative process and some history of the devel-

opment of the influence of corporations. Please plan to stay after the presentation to enjoy some friendly conversation and a slice or two of gourmet pizza from the Usk Grill. Hope to see you there. -Carol Eugene Diamond Lake

Religious liberty versus individual liberty To the editor: The US Supreme Court recently heard arguments on Hobby Lobby’s religious objection to providing contraception for their employees through health insurance. The family owned store chain objects to certain forms of contraception drugs and services. The first thought should be on the morality of contraception. The objection is that people can have sexual intercourse and never worry about conceiving a child. That applies if you view sex as sinful behavior that is punished by an unwanted pregnancy. Sadly, that thinking often leads to abortions, which in my view are more of a problem than contraception. The lawsuit itself objects to the very thing that prevents the reason to resort to abortion. The next thought should be whether religious liberty is superior to individual liberty. The idea is that your employer can make you adhere to his religious beliefs with economic coercion by refusing to pay for insurance that provides contraception. That puts your employer in a position to regulate your sex life. Your boss at work shouldn’t be the ruler of your life or what you think or believe.

READE R’S POLL Visit The Miner Online to answer our readers’ poll question through Monday afternoon. Find it on the right-hand side of the page at www.PendOreilleRiverValley.com. The results will be printed next week on this page. You need not be a subscriber to participate. If you have any ideas for future readers’ poll questions, submit them at theminer@povn. com.

Major League Baseball had its first full day of regular season play Monday. A recent Harris poll found Major League Baseball to be the second most popular sport among Americans, behind pro football and ahead of college football. But television ratings for baseball have been falling, including ratings for the World Series. Do you think pro baseball is a dying sport? No, are you kidding me? Baseball is America’s sport. Yes, the top athletes are going to other sports. Maybe, but I don’t care about sports.

In our modern world we accept that people can’t be forced into moral or religious behavior. They must do that willingly and without coercion. The threat of God making you burn in hell for eternity if you don’t adhere to a certain interpretation of religious dogma doesn’t fit in an enlightened technical world. Preventing pregnancy and overpopulation is a moral and necessary means to continue human existence. I have always been troubled by the idea that we must force people to have unwanted children based on religious liberty. Any employer must view an employee pregnancy a higher health care cost benefit than birth control pills. Hobby Lobby saves money and prevents unnecessary abortions, if they drop their suit. -Pete Scobby Newport

Dispatcher deserves accolades too To the editor: Kudos to those who so well deserved the recognition they received for their heroic efforts in rescuing the woman who fell through the ice recently and kept the 911 dispatcher alerted. A job well done, indeed. I venture to think the victim, a former 911 dispatcher, would be the first to acknowledge and include the dispatcher on call at that time as an intricate part of this group. Hopefully, she was also awarded a Certificate of Merit because without her/him, there would have been no rescue. -Diane Wear Newport

R E A D E R ’ S P O L L R E S U LT S Do you think Oscar Pistorius is guilty of murder? I’m not following the trial. It’s just another case blown way out of proportion by the media.

Yes. Regardless of whoever he thought the person was in his house, he showed gross negligence shooting through a closed door.

24% 48% 8% 20%

No. He really did believe he was protecting his property and Steenkamp, who he thought was in bed, from an intruder.

Yes. Testimony about his temper and past relationships shows he knew what he was doing.

Total Votes: 25

Initiative calls on Congress to reverse Citizens United decision NEWPORT – A grassroots movement is calling for a constitutional amendment to reverse the 2010 Supreme Court decision in Citizens United vs. FEC, a decision that found the government may not ban political spending by corporations in candidate elections. An informational meeting, organized by the “We the People” initiative is set for Saturday, April 5 at 10 a.m. at the Sacheen Lake Fire Station No. 32, located at 6131 Highway 211. To date, 16 states and more than 300 municipal governments have passed resolutions calling on Congress to act, according to organizers. I-1329 would add

Washington state to that list. The measure formally declares that the people of Washington state support amending the U.S. Constitution to reduce the influence of special interests and money on elections and government policy. Ted Hensold will be presenting background information and the development of I-1329 and laying out future steps. The meeting is hosted by the Pend Oreille County Coalition for Working Families. For more information, call 509-550-7609.

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Woman gets another shot at treatment BY DON GRONNING OF THE MINER

NEWPORT – A woman caught riding in a truck with a significant quantity of methamphetamine and two guns was given a Drug Offender Sentencing Alternative sentence when she was sentenced by Pend Oreille County Superior Court Judge Alan Nielson Thursday, March 27.

Brittani C. Dorman, 29, pleaded guilty to two felony counts of possession of a controlled substance, hydrocodone and methamphetamine and a gross misdemeanor charge of making a false statement to a law enforcement officer. Deputy prosecutor Jeremy Schmidt said Dorman fit into a pattern of younger women with older men who were involved

with drugs. “The men have drugs and connections and the women go along for the ride,” Schmidt said. He said Dorman had attempted a prison based DOSA before. Because she had served so much county jail time before she started her prison time, there was no time for the treatment part. Schmidt said there was little downside for the state in Dorman

getting another chance. He said she would still have one to two years in prison if she failed and this would be the last DOSA she would be eligible for. Defense attorney Robin McCroskey said that the pattern of younger women with older drug dealing men was nearly epidemic. Dorman was addicted to many substances and needed treatment, she said.

Nielson asked what was different this time than when she attempted drug treatment before. “I’m clean, getting older and need a change,” Dorman said. Nielson agreed to the sentence worked out between prosecution and defense. Dorman was sentenced to three to six months at an inpatient substance abuse SEE WOMAN, 6A

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earned $6 million in 2013, a net increase of approximately $1.4 million per year. The unintended consequences of Wasden’s plan – that he should have anticipated – is the growing number of lease abandonments on both lakes – 16 leases have been turned back to the state at both Priest and Payette since the 60 percent rent increase. To put this additional cottage site rental income into perspective, the additional $1.4 million per year is less than 2 percent of the total Endowment direct program revenue of $75 million annually from all Endowment lands.

Collateral damage to the Endowment beneficiaries With every war comes collateral damage to those innocent bystanders who were not the intended target of a military action but suffer injuries nonetheless. The most aggrieved victims of Wasden’s lawsuit against the Land Board is the very group of Endowment beneficiaries Wasden was sworn to protect – Idaho’s school students. All of Wasden’s legal activities have only delayed the implementation of the Cottage Site Plan, resulting in millions less in annual educational funding for the Endowment beneficiaries. The Endowment would have earned an additional $6.4 million for each of the last

three years if Wasden had not stalled the Cottage Site Plan. The cumulative lost revenue for the beneficiaries from not having the assets yielding 8 percent from timberland already tops $18 million for the last three years.

More collateral damage for the Kokanee salmon and Bull Trout on Priest Lake Sadly, the latest victim of Wasden’s questionable legal advice and his ongoing war against the cottage site lessees is Idaho’s prized Kokanee. Kokanee on Priest Lake require shallow gravel and cobble-covered shorelines, protected from wave actions, to reproduce and survive. Most of the Kokanee’s spawning grounds are along the eastside of the lake on Endowment trust land in places like Horton Creek and Kokanee Point subdivisions. In an effort to inflate the appraised values of the cottage site lots on Priest Lake, the attorney general’s office, along with two IDL staffers and a hired appraiser from Montana are encouraging the destruction of Kokanee habitat by advocating the removal of vegetation, brush, grass and rocks from the cottage site shorelines in order to turn the lots into “sandy, all usable” beaches. Per the state’s new appraisal system, a sandy beach will fetch upwards of $50,000

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to $100,000 more in appraised value than a rocky/ brushy shoreline. Remember the higher the appraised value, the more the state can charge the lessees for rent. Numerous county, state and federal agencies are involved in the preservation of the shoreline at Priest Lake, including the Idaho Lake Protection Act, the Clean Water Act, the subdivisions’ CC&R’s, Bonner County Land Use and the US Corp of Engineers. Without considering the many rules and authorities that oversea the shorelines, the attorney general’s office has provided bad legal counsel to the state’s appraiser and 354 lessees. If a lessee or new owner were to act on the Deputy Attorney General’s recommendations, they would more than likely face fines and expensive remediation work to return the shoreline to its natural state. More importantly, the AG’s recommended changes to the shoreline represent a threat to the Kokanee and Bull Trout (a protected endangered species that feeds on Kokanee) who depend on the natural habitat to survive.

jobs, renovation and maintenance jobs have dried up on Priest Lake, all the down flow results of Wasden’s lawsuit to reintroduce “conflict auctions” on Priest Lake. While Mr. Wasden continues to delay the Cottage Site Plan, the real victims of his actions are North Idaho citizens – plumbers, electricians, dock builders and other workers who count on employment from the cottage site lessees. Mr. Wasden’s push for a 60 percent rent increase in 2010, along with his success at canceling all three proposed land exchanges last fall, are also contributing to the shrinking job market on Priest Lake and North Idaho. With constantly rising rents and no pathway to ownership, lessees are tired of being bled financially by Mr. Wasden’s ongoing vendetta to inflate appraisals. Without some assurances from the State that lessees will not lose their improvements every few years through the conflict auction process, who with any common sense would continue to invest hard-earned money into their cabins and docks.

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Orthopedic hand surgeon practicing at Newport Hospital NEWPORT – Dr. Randall Espinosa recently joined Spokane Orthopedics and will be practicEspinosa ing at Newport Hospital, as part of the contract between the two entities. Espinosa is a retired Army colonel, serving as a combat surgeon for 24 years. He is an avid skier and on the ski patrol at 49 Degrees North. Espinosa is a board certified orthopedic surgeon, fellowship trained in hand surgery, with an emphasis on complex hand problems and injuries. He has a particular interest in wrist arthroscopy, ligament reconstruction, tissue regeneration and work

related overuse injuries. He is also certified in the non-operative treatment of Dupuytren’s Contracture disease. Espinosa received his medical degree from the University of Colorado University of Health Sciences School of Medicine in Denver; his residency in orthopedics from William Beaumont Army Medical Center in El Paso, Texas; his fellowship in hand surgery from Walter Reed Army Medical Center/Raymond Curtis National Hand Center in Washington D.C. and Baltimore, Maryland. He is a Fellow with the American College of Surgeons and board certified through the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery and the National Board of Medical Examiners.

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BY MICHELLE NEDVED OF THE MINER

NEWPORT – Kelly’s Restaurant and Lounge is back open for business under new McClure owner Jodi McClure. The bar, which is the second oldest in the state of Washington, closed for the month of March for some renovations and reopened Tuesday, April 1. McClure takes over the establishment from Stacey Hammel. McClure was born and raised in the Newport area and has lived in the Newport/Priest River area since. She was a server, bartender and manager at Kelly’s for 11 and a half years and worked the last two years as an office

WOMAN: Tow truck operator located .45 caliber pistol, methamphetamine FROM PAGE 5A

treatment facility. She would be on two year’s probation following that. The follow up probation would not occur if she were sent to prison without the DOSA. Nielson assessed $1,100 in court costs and fines. According to a statement of probable cause, Dorman was in a truck with Charles V. Huckabee Jan. 7 when they were stopped by Pend Oreille County Sheriff deputies. He was arrested for driving on a suspended license and she was arrested for making a false statement to a public servant. She gave her

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mother’s name initially. The tow truck operator who towed the truck following the arrest located a .45 caliber pistol and several ounces of meth when he was inspecting the vehicle. Deputies got a search warrant for the car and found loaded syringes and a Rosi three part gun (20 gauge, .243 caliber and .22 caliber), along with prescription drugs and heroin. Huckabee is facing federal charges and looking at a lengthy federal sentence, Schmidt said. Huckabee told deputies that Dorman had nothing to do with anything that was in the truck.

manager for Leo’s Excavating. She also tended bar for a year at Michael’s in Newport. McClure has three adult children and two grandchildren. Her staff will include some familiar faces, both from Kelly’s and other area restaurants and bars. She’s hired two new cooks and some new wait staff. “My main thing is customer service, customer service, customer service,” she said. McClure updated the building by refinishing the hardwood floors, installing new buddy bars, and added four new 55-inch television sets. She will also be installing a new zoned sound system, where genres can be picked out, rather than individual songs. The jukebox is also staying. McClure also is planning

Church offers healthy cooking class IONE – Following up on a series handling depression, the Ione Adventist Church is offering a three-week healthy cooking class, Thursdays at 6 p.m., April 3, 10 and 17. The church is located on the corner of Houghton and Eighth Streets. The class focuses on easy, healthy, every-day cooking. The church can be contacted at 509-442-4723.

to add some arcade games. Her menu is updated too. Some Kelly’s favorites are still available, but McClure added a humus plate, Paninis, a spicy chicken quesadilla, nachos, four new salads, and some other new items. Kelly’s is located at 324 W. Fourth St., Newport, and will be open Monday through Saturday, 11

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WE E K AH EAD WEDNESDAY, APRIL 2 ROTARY CLUB: 7:15 a.m. - Oldtown Rotary Park OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS: 8 a.m. - Pineridge Community Church, 1428 W. First St., Newport, use back entrance NEWPORT TOPS: 9 a.m. - Newport Eagles FIBER ARTS KNITTING AND SPINNING GROUP: 9 a.m. - Create Arts Center, Newport COMPUTER BASICS FOR ADULTS: 10 a.m. to Noon - Newport Library STORY TIME: 10:30 a.m. Blanchard Library PINOCHLE: 1 p.m. - Priest River Senior Center PRM-ADVOCATES FOR WOMEN: 1-3 p.m. - Station 2:41 Coffee Shop, Oldtown AL-ANON: Noon - American Lutheran Church

CLUB: 7 p.m. - Newport Eagles, 236 S. Union Ave.

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ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: 7 p.m. - Hospitality House, Newport

OIL PAINTING CLASS: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. - Create Arts Center

THURSDAY, APRIL 3 PRIEST RIVER FOOD BANK OPEN: 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. - Priest River Senior Center STORY TIME - CALISPEL VALLEY LIBRARY, CUSICK: 10:30 a.m. Calispel Valley Library, Cusick STORY TIME: 10:30 a.m. - Priest River Library OPEN PAINTING WORKSHOP: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. - Create Arts Center, Newport LOOSELY KNIT: 1-3 p.m. - Calispel Valley Library, Cusick DUPLICATE BRIDGE: 12:30 p.m. Hospitality House in Newport CELEBRATE RECOVERY: 5:30 p.m. - House of the Lord, 754 Silverbirch Lane, Oldtown

JESSA’S CREATIVE DANCE CLASS: 4 p.m. - Create Arts Center

PEND OREILLE KIDS CLUB: 6 p.m. - Pend Oreille Mennonite Church

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: 5:45 p.m. - Hospitality House, Newport

PINOCHLE: 6 p.m. - Hospitality House in Newport

BASIC MEETING: 6 p.m. Blanchard Community Center

HEALTHY COOKING CLASS: 6 p.m. - Ione Adventist Church, 101 S. 8th St.

PRIEST RIVER ANIMAL RESCUE: 6 p.m. - 1710 9th St., Priest River PRIEST RIVER TOPS: 6 p.m. Priest River Free Methodist Church CALISPEL POST 217: 6 p.m. American Legion in Cusick PEND OREILLE ROCK AND GEM

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: 7 p.m. - Blanchard Community Church BINGO: 6 p.m. - Priest River Senior Center

FRIDAY, APRIL 4 STORY TIME: 11 a.m. - Newport Library DANCE CLASSES: 5:30-6:30 p.m. Create Arts Center, Newport DAVIS LAKE GRANGE: 6 p.m. Davis Lake Grange ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS OPEN MEETING: 7 p.m. - Priest River VFW OPEN MIC: 7-9:30 p.m. - Pend Oreille Playhouse, 240 N. Union Ave., Newport AL-ANON: 7-8 p.m. - Priest River, 119 Main St., Suite 204, Room 16, Call Jan 208-946-6131

SATURDAY, APRIL 5 PRIEST RIVER AMERICAN LEGION BREAKFAST: 8-10:30 a.m. - VFW on Larch Street WOMEN’S AA: 9:30 a.m. - Create Arts Center, Newport FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY BOOK SALE: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. - Priest River Library BOOK BUDDIES READING WITH CATS: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. - Priest River Animal Rescue ANGEL PAWS: Noon - Kelly’s Restaurant, call Janet at 509-4473541 HAPPY AGERS CARD PARTY: 1

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April 15, 2014 • 5:30pm Newport Gazebo To Hospitality House Where we will honor law enforcement and volunteers for the endless work they do to help keep our community safe. Come celebrate the men, women & children by walking to support sexual assault victims & their families. Hosted By: Pend Oreille Crime Victim Services Snacks And Beverages Free Educational Materials Please Join Us Questions? 447-2274

BLANCHARD STITCHERS QUILTING GROUP: 10 a.m. - Blanchard Inn

OATH KEEPERS: 5:30 p.m. - Hospitality House, Newport

WRITERS GROUP: 2 p.m. - Create Arts Center

FIBER ARTS KNITTING AND SPINNING GROUP: 9 a.m. - Create Arts Center, Newport

SET FREE NORTHWEST MEAL AND WORSHIP: 6:30 p.m. Conerstone Building Behind Ace Hardware, Oldtown

JESSA’S CREATIVE DANCE CLASS: 4 p.m. - Create Arts Center

STORY TIME: 10:30 a.m. Blanchard Library

WEIGHT WATCHERS: 5:30-6 p.m. Weigh in and 6 p.m. meeting - Pineridge Community Church, 1428 W. First St., Newport

PRIEST RIVER LIONESS: 11:30 a.m. - Priest River Senior Center

YOUNG LIVES CLUB FOR PREGNANT AND TEEN MOMS: 6 p.m. - Calvary Chapel Newport, 101 S. Scott. Call 509-589-0033

WEAVERS’ GROUP: Noon to 3:30 p.m. - Create Arts Center

SUNDAY, APRIL 6 ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: 7 p.m. - Hospitality House, Newport

MONDAY, APRIL 7 BONNER COUNTY HOMESCHOOL GROUP: 2:30 p.m. Priest River City Park PRIEST RIVER CHAMBER BOARD: 4 p.m. - Chamber Office YOUTH ADVISORY COUNCIL 4 P.M. - BLANCHARD LIBRARY NEWPORT MAWS AND PAWS BOOSTER CLUB: 6 p.m. - Newport High School Library NEWPORT LIONS CLUB: 6:30 p.m. - Kelly’s Restaurant, Call Ota Harris at 509-447-4157

use back entrance NEWPORT TOPS: 9 a.m. - Newport Eagles

AL-ANON: Noon - American Lutheran Church

LADIES BIBLE STUDY: 6 p.m. House of the Lord, 754 Silver Birch Lane, Oldtown

HOME AND COMMUNITY EDUCATORS DIAMOND LAKE CLUB: Noon - Call Billie Goodno at 509-447-3781 or Chris King at 208-437-0971

PINOCHLE: 6 p.m. - Calispel Valley Library, Cusick

PINOCHLE: 1 p.m. - Priest River Senior Center

BINGO: 6:30 p.m. - Newport Eagles

PRM-ADVOCATES FOR WOMEN: 1-3 p.m. - Station 2:41 Coffee Shop, Oldtown

BELLY DANCE FITNESS: 6:30-7:30 p.m. - Create Arts Center, Newport ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: 7 p.m. - St. Anthony’s Church

BLANCHARD LIONS: 7 p.m. Blanchard Inn

SPIRIT LAKE LODGE NO. 57: 8 p.m. - Spirit Lake

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: 7 p.m. - Blanchard Community Church

ROTARY CLUB: 7:15 a.m. - Oldtown Rotary Park

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: 7 p.m. - Pend Oreille Bible Church in Cusick

OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS: 8 a.m. - Pineridge Community Church, 1428 W. First St., Newport,

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JESSA’S CREATIVE DANCE CLASS: 4 p.m. - Create Arts Center ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: 5:45 p.m. - Hospitality House, Newport PRIEST RIVER TOPS: 6 p.m. Priest River Free Methodist Church SPIRIT LAKE HISTORICAL SOCIETY: 6:30 p.m. - Call 208-6655921 for locations ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: 7 p.m. - Hospitality House, Newport

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NEWPORT – The Newport United Church of Christ Women’s Fellowship is holding a rummage sale Friday, April 4, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Call the church at 509447-4121 for more information.

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Streetlights being removed in Ione IONE – The Ione Town Council discussed the removal of the old streetlights that line Highway 31 because new streetlights were installed last summer as part of a Department of Transportation project. Mayor Donnie Fowell said four lights are coming out so the town does not have to pay for double lights on the same corners. “They are a little more expensive to run,” Fowell said. The new lights were installed during a pedestrian improvement project completed over the summer by the DOT and the town council was not consulted before the installation.

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NPOV Lions raise $3,000 for scholarship program The North Pend Oreille Valley Lions raised more than $3,000 from the annual St. Patrick’s Day dinner and White Elephant auction Saturday, March 15, to help support the NPOV Lions Scholarship program. Organizers said it was an evening of good food, good friends, tall tales and short stories shared with Lions members and guests. The St. Patrick Day celebration included entertainment from Selkirk student Mykenzie Maupin, accompanied by Donovan Johnson, Selkirk Music Director. If interested in joining the Lions, they meet the first and third Thursdays of every month at 6:30 p.m. at the Lions Depot in Ione.

Medicare help available at Ione Senior Center IONE – Statewide Health Information Benefits Advisors will be at the Ione Senior Center Tuesday, April 15 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to answer questions about Medicare and help recipients.

Participants are asked to bring their Medicare card and all medications in the original containers. SHIBA is a free non-biased program that offers Medicare help in the state of Washington. Trained volunteers

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PUD purchases pipe for Sullivan Lake BY DESIREÉ HOOD OF THE MINER

NEWPORT – The Pend Oreille Public Utility District approved the purchase of High Density Polyethylene Pipe (HDPE) for the Sullivan Lake cold water pipe project, costing more than $282,232. The PUD board approved the purchase from HD Supply Waterworks, during their regular board of commissioners meeting, Tuesday, March 18. This project is part of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) requirements for fish mitigation included in the license surrender agreements for the Sullivan

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Creek hydroelectric project. “That pipe will transfer cold water at times to the dam and the creek,” said Mark Scott, PUD water systems manager. The system includes HDPE pipe that will be more than 900 feet in length and more than 54 inches in diameter. The PUD is bidding this project with sizing and flows for up to 160 cubic feet per second of cold water in no less than 40 feet per individual pipe lengths. The PUD is buying the materials for the contractor. The bids for the contracting will be opened Wednesday, April 9, said Eileen Dugger, PUD contracts and public information

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officer. The PUD also purchased the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) fisheries compliant fish tee screens for more than $110,348 from Hendrick Screen Company. This purchase was without sales tax. Dugger said once the contractor bids are opened on April 9, an “apparent” low bidder will surface. The PUD will then go through the qualifications and evaluate the bids before choosing a contractor. “Then recommendation will be presented to the commissioners,” Dugger said. The PUD will cover half of the cost of the $4 million system. Seattle City Light will cover the other half of the cost as part of its Boundary Hydroelectric Project relicensing agreement. The pipe will remain in the lake for at least 30 years but could be in longer. “We are assuming it will be there 30-50 years,” said Mark Cauchy, PUD Director of Regulatory and Environmental Affairs. “The pipe would become sort of a permanent structure.”

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IONE – The Selkirk Trailblazers are hosting a bingo night, Saturday, April 12 from 1-5 p.m. at the American Legion in Metaline Falls. Cards cost $1 or six for $5. Two sessions will be played. Soup and dessert will be available for purchase. Call Ken’s Grill and Bar at 509-442-3200 for more information.

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THURSDAY, APRIL 3 METALINE CEMETERY DISTRICT NO. 2 BOARD MEETING: 10 a.m. - Metaline City Hall STORY TIME: 11 a.m. - Ione Library NORTH PEND OREILLE LIONS: 6:30 p.m. - Ione Train Depot

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GROWTH: Newport could not stop revert FROM PAGE 1

not be settled by the Growth Management Hearings Board the way they are now. Instead, they would go straight to Superior Court. Counties could get rid of their development regulations and zoning if they wanted, Dohrn said. Another interpretation would turn on what the Legislature meant by the phrase “take action to preserve the rural nature” of an area. If you view it that way, the legislation could mean small counties could revert back to the way they planned before on paper, but in reality it wouldn’t mean much, Dohrn said. It may take an Attorney General opinion to clarify it, he said. If the county does decide to revert back, there is a process to go through which involves the cities. This could mean that even though the county adopts the revert back law they won’t be able to change from the 5 acre minimum lot size in rural areas to 2 acres like many people want. The state could say this doesn’t preserve the rural nature the law still requires. Karen Skoog, county commission chairwoman, said the county hasn’t made a decision yet whether to try to revert back to pre-GMA planning. “We’re still studying the bill,” she said. There will be a public process, with public input solicited, she said. Once the county decides to pass an ordinance to revert back to how it planned before GMA, county officials have to notify the incorporated towns and cities in the county. There are five of them in Pend Oreille County – Newport, Cusick, Metaline, Ione and Metaline Falls. The towns and cities have 60 days to take their own legislative action to oppose reverting back to pre-GMA planning. If they don’t they are assumed to agree, Dohrn said. “Silence means agreement,” he said. If 60 percent of the towns and cities – in Pend Oreille County’s case that would be three of the towns – oppose reverting back,

and they have 75 percent of the people who live in incorporated areas in the county, the county cannot revert back. The only way to get to the 75 percent number is if Newport is included. Newport could not stop the revert back action of the county by itself either. Newport may have a reason to oppose reverting back, said Mike Lithgow, the county’s community development director. Newport collects real estate excise tax on real estate sales. In order to collect that money, they must fully plan under GMA, Lithgow said. When the Growth Management Act was implemented in the 1990s, large counties had to fully plan under it but small counties and counties not experiencing a lot of growth did not have to fully plan, Dohrn said, although they could decide to “opt in” to fully plan under GMA. Pend Oreille County and the other four counties voluntarily decided to fully plan under GMA. If they didn’t the law had a second option they still would have been under but it was less restrictive. After several years and lawsuits, Rep. Joel Kretz, R-Wauconda, led the effort to pass an opt out bill for counties to be able to “opt out” of fully planning. Those bills were not passed. This year, newly elected state Sen. Brian Dansel, R-Republic, sponsored a bill in the Senate. Kretz sponsored a bill in the House. After negotiation with Futurewise, a statewide public interest group that works to, among other things, protect farmland, forests and shorelines, the current bill was passed. Futurewise had opposed the bill previously. Kretz credits Dansel with working with Futurewise to overcome their objections. Dansel says he knows the law isn’t going to make everyone happy. “This is not going to be an end all,” he said. “But it is getting our foot in the door.” Dohrn said counties are wise to not rush into doing anything right away. “It will take a fair amount of time and therefore, resources, to change things,” he said. Dohrn said that there never was a mechanism for counties that weren’t experiencing growth to plan at a lesser level. This legislation will give them a way, he said.

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Patriotic program pleases patrons The House of the Lord Christian Academy students showed their patriotism during Let Freedom Ring, a pageant during which students sang and recited the joys of being an American, Tuesday, March 25.

Owen now chamber president NEWPORT – Rob Owen is now the president of the Greater Newport Area Chamber of Commerce, as of a chamber board meeting Friday, Feb. 14. Owen replaces Mark Zorica, who will remain on the chamber’s board of directors. Zorica, who became president in late 2013, said he was finishing out the term of former president Steve Shumski and assumes that term ended. “Nobody really knew what was going on,” Zorica said. He felt that since he sits on the Newport City Council, he shouldn’t also be the chamber president. Zorica was appointed to the city council in early February, replacing Bill Burnett, who resigned. The chamber board recently adopted a budget for 2014 which includes $10,000 to go toward the visitors center, located in Centennial Plaza in downtown Newport. A group made up of representatives of various tourism and business promotion

groups has developed an written operating plan for the visitor center with the estimate budget of $24,000, $10,000 of which will come from the chamber. The plan includes a part time paid visitor center manager. But this will require additional funds. Owen said that $10,000 will come from a combination of member dues and various fundraisers. This is amount estimated to cover basic operations like electricity, phone and insurance. The paid staff member will report to the chamber president. The chamber’s budget estimates $12,000 in membership dues, $5,000 from the gala planned for May, and $1,500 from the bowling bash, held last month. Expenses include contracted services at $5,400, $5,000 for marketing and $2,500 for the company that hosts their website, and the visitor’s center.

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Distinguished dodging The Distinguished Young Women hosted a dodgeball game in formal dresses where junior Destiny McMillan battled for balls with men twice her size, Wednesday, March 26 at Priest River Lamanna High School. More than a dozen teams competed to raise money for the scholarship fund for the program. More than $467 was given to the charity, in addition to trophies and prizes awarded to the winners.

Priest River looking to row PRIEST RIVER – A Vespoli 8 rowing shell was delivered in Priest River Saturday, Feb. 22, courtesy of the Washington State University Men’s Crew. The shell is part of an effort to bring a rowing program to the area. In January, Arthur Ericsson, WSU Men’s Crew coach and the rowing shell’s namesake, said they had a fully rigged shell to surplus and asked if the Head of the Pend Oreille Inc. would be interested. The stipulation was the shell had to be moved by the end of February or no later than the middle of March. They responded with yes. “It was an opportunity we couldn’t pass up,” said Patricia Sudick, event chairwoman of the Head of the Pend Oreille Regatta. The Priest River Community arranged the delivery, off-loading and storage of the shell and brought together private, public and non-profit organizations within the community. The Priest River Community Foundation provided funding for the delivery. The Pend Oreille Rowing and Paddling Association provided the “hands on the boat.” After their monthly meeting, members of the association joined the delivery team from WSU at Aerocet and were quickly indoctrinated on the art of hand carrying a Vespoli 8, which weighs about 220 pounds.

The Head of the Pend Oreille Inc. was the lead group on the project. By the time the shell was delivered, the Priest River Community Foundation, Tom Hamilton of Aerocet, the West Bonner County School District and the Pend Oreille Rowing and Paddling Association (PORPA) were all on board. Hamilton found a temporary site Thursday, Feb. 20. However, another move will occur in the near future. The school district is working with PORPA for possible space. Todd Sudick, Head of the Pend Oreille, Inc. President, made the arrangements and then had the task of designing and fabricating supports for the shell. The supports had to be constructed within 24 hours. In April, eight oars donated by the Sacramento State Aquatic Center will arrive. PORPA is busy working on a permanent home, development of learn-to-row programs for youth and adults as well as acquiring a shell trailer. In addition to the rowing focus, PORPA is also organizing a boater safety course for adults and youth. Sudick said the Head of the Pend Oreille Inc. wanted the shell because they would like to offer rowing programs to youths and adults. With a shell and oars in their possession, a program may be possible in the future.

OPEN MIC First Friday of every month. Pend Oreille Playhouse, 240 North Union, Newport. 7:00 p.m. Admission $2.00. Bring a song or story to share, and watch the stars come out! (48, 1, 5, 9, 13, 18, 22, 26, 31, 35, 40, 44) OLDTOWN AUTO SALES We buy clean used cars and RV’s. See our complete inventory online at www. oldtownautos.com.(51HB-tf) ROAD ATLAS Current, detailed road atlas, spiral bound with laminated cover. Pend Oreille County, Washington $31.75. Bonner County, Idaho $37.50. Sold at The Miner Newspapers, 421 South Spokane Avenue, Newport. (509) 447-2433. (12HB-alt tf) WASHINGTON AND IDAHO LEGAL FORMS Available at The Miner Newspapers, 421 South Spokane, Newport. (509) 447-2433. (36HB-alt-tf) VENDORS WANTED Downtown Newport, Washington. Pickers Paradise and Flea Market, 1st Saturday every month starting May 3rd. Looking for repurposed, handmade or garage sale items, yard art, furniture, whatever. Sign up one month or more. 10x10 space $10 (509) 447-0418 application; email kandigentis@gmail. com. Application due April 17th for May (9HB-3) “YOUNG LIVES” FUND RAISER Tea and Fashion Show at Foxwood House. Saturday April 12, 2 seatings 11:00 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Tickets $20.00, adults only. Available: My Sisters Cottage, North Country Clothing, Petticoat Junction, Shanty. Terry (509) 589-0033.(9HB-2P) ANNUAL RUMMAGE SALE Newport United Church of Christ Women’s Fellowship, 430 West Third Street. Friday, April 4th, 9:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m. (8hb-2) Miner want ads work.

SPRING BAZAAR Usk Community Club, 2442 Black Road. April 12th, 9:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m. Lunch served 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Door prizes! Barb (509) 445-1433; Francis (509) 445-1223. (8HB-3) CHILI CHALLENGE! Saturday April 5th 4:00- 6:30, downtown Priest River. Cast your vote for your favorite! Call Priest River Chamber for entry information (208) 448-2721.(8HB-2) J. R. RECYCLING Offering free pick up of all unwanted metals or you drop off 522 Scotia Road, Newport. (509) 447-1107. (9HB-2) CORPORATIONS ARE NOT PEOPLE MONEY IS NOT SPEECH Saturday April 5th, 10:00 a.m., Sacheen Fire Station, 6131 Highway 211. Learn about ballot initiative 1329. Remove secret money from elections. (509) 550-7609. By Pend Oreille County Coalition for Working Families. (9P) VOLUNTEER DRIVERS NEEDED for transporting clients to medical appointments. Reimbursement for mileage and meals. Work your own schedule. Requires good driving record, clean, insured, smoke free personal vehicle and helpful attitude, good heart. Call 1(800) 8924817, extension 4. (9HB-4p) PEND OREILLE COUNTY DEMOCRATIC CONVENTION April 12, 2014 10:00 a.m.2:00 p.m., Cusick Community Center, 107 1st Avenue, Cusick. Participate in local Democracy. Information: (509) 710-6493. (9HB-2) FRUIT TREE and ornamental shrub pruning. Multiple tree discount. (208) 290-7361.(9p) DOES YOUR DOG RETURN WHEN YOU CALL HIM? We can fix that! Spring obedience class forming now at LuckyUs Ranch Boarding and Grooming. (509) 4473541. Call to reserve your space!(9)

FREE LECTURE Kevin Lyons at the Camas Wellness Center, Usk, April 5th 10:00 a.m. Regarding Calispel Valley archaeology sites. (509) 292-0109.(9) COOK WANTED Rudy Marmo’s, Newport. Experienced. Start immediately! (509) 447-3355. (9) MECHANIC NEEDED Part time. See Ed at E&L Services, Newport. or call (509) 447-0940. (9) 2 BEDROOM FOR RENT 1 bath, fireplace, garden spot, outbuilding for storage only, washer/ dryer hook ups. No pets. No smoking. 13 miles south of Newport. Easy access to Highway 2. $600, plus $500 damage deposit, utilities, yard maintenance and references. Rent due 1st of each month. (509) 292-2601. (9-4p) HIRING FOR SUMMER POSITIONS Pub and Grill at Stoneridge. Seeking bartenders and waitresses. Apply in person 355 Stoneridge Road, Blanchard. (9-4) NUTRITION EDUCATOR The Washington State University Pend Oreille County Extension Food $ense Program is accepting applications for a part time nutrition educator. For more details and application information, please visit our website at http://pendoreille.wsu.edu or pick up an application at the Washington State University Extension Office, 418 South Scott, Newport.(9) ABANDONED VEHICLE AUCTION Newport Towing. 137 South Newport Avenue. (509) 4471200. April 8, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. Viewing starts at 9:00 a.m. (9) Place your classified or display ad with The Miner and it will appear in both newspapers - The Newport Miner (Pend Oreille County) and The Gem State Miner (West Bonner County). All for one good price. Call (509) 447-2433 for details. Read The Newport Miner and Gem State Miner Classifieds.

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B R I E F LY Selkirk baseball rained out IONE – The Selkirk Rangers baseball doubleheader scheduled for Saturday, March 29, against Republic was rained out. The Rangers played a doubleheader with Chewelah after deadline Tuesday. They travel to Cusick Saturday, April 5 for another doubleheader. The games will start at noon.

Newport boys play full week in soccer NEWPORT – The Newport boys soccer team will host Riverside Thursday, April 3, at 4 p.m. and then hit the road to take on Medical Lake Saturday, April 5 at noon and Tuesday, April 8, at 6 p.m. The Griz were to play Oroville and Bridgeport this past weekend, but results were not available at press time.

Priest River honors wresters at Roxy NEWPORT – The Priest River Spartans wrestling team celebrated a season that ended with 16 wrestlers going to state during their awards ceremony Wednesday, March 26 at the Roxy Theater in Newport. Dallas Hopkins was awarded the most inspirational, captains award, most takedowns with 80, the guts and glory award and most valuable wrestler. Luke Soumas and Diamond Robinson were awarded the captains award. Luke MacDonald was awarded the most pins with 23. Brent Willis was awarded the most improved. Joe Swartz was given the coaches award and letterman. Gregory Fitzmorris was awarded the guts & glory award and letterman. Noah Jamison was awarded the guts and glory award. John Allen Noble, Tyler Chenoweth, Trustan Hudson, Spencer MacDonald, Logan Shults and Ian Barnes lettered. Jeremy Crawford and Jeris Beaver were given the participation award.

Cusick, Selkirk softball games canceled CUSICK – The Cusick softball team’s sole game this past week, against Republic, was canceled due to weather. It is rescheduled for May 10, at Republic. Selkirk’s game against Wilbur-Creston was also rained out, but has yet to be rescheduled. The Panthers host Selkirk Saturday, April 5, at noon.

CORRECTION

Shandelle Bussler Asst. Coach

In last week’s Cusick Sports Preview, softball assistant coach Shandelle Bussler was inadvertently left out.

Learning experience at Colville Invitational Three area schools compete against 33 teams BY DESIREÉ HOOD OF THE MINER

NEWPORT – Cusick, Selkirk and Priest River traveled to the Ezra Gordon Invitational in Colville, Saturday, March 29, competing against 33 teams. “Due to spring break we were missing about half our team, so we just focused on ON DECK: CUSICK AT DAVENPORT: Tuesday, April 15, 3:30 p.m. SELKIRK AT DEER PARK: Friday, April 4, 12 p.m. PRIEST RIVER AT KELLOGG: Saturday, April 12, 10 a.m.

getting everyone a personal best for the year,” said Priest River head coach Jared Hughes. “We did a pretty good job on this goal as 22 out of 27 kids competing had at least one improvement for the year.” The Spartan boys’ team finished 19 at the meet, edging over the Cusick Panthers who finished 22. The Panthers girls team tied for 17. Finishing the top three for the boys was Deer Park 78.5, West Valley-Spokane 70 and Freeman 58, and for the girls, Lakeside 93.5, Cheney 64 and Colville 61.5. Freshman Panther Alana Keogh finished fourth place in the 100 meter and 200 meter dash, helping the girls’ team score.

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Cusick Senior Nolan Finley runs the 400 meters at the Ezra Gordon Invite in Colville Saturday, March 29, with his shoes untied.

Senior Quinton Montgomery had a good day and finished eighth in the 200 and 12 in the discus, head coach Jenni Jones said. “This was a big invitational with lots of schools and I thought we competed well,” Jones said. “I’m really proud of all of them and how hard they’ve been working.” Spartan junior Brent Wil-

lis finished the 400-meter run in 54.06 seconds, finishing in sixth place. Spartan junior Josh Marks ran the mile in 5:07.10 finishing 15 out of 45 runners. “(Willis) is a very talented young man who is in great shape coming off of wrestling season,” Hughes SEE TRACK, 2B

Spartan baseball wins one, loses two BY DON GRONNING OF THE MINER

PRIEST RIVER – The Priest River Spartans baseball team was in action three times last week, winning one and losing two. Tuesday, March 25, the Spartans travelled to St. Maries to play the Lumberjacks for the second time this season. It didn’t go well, with the Spartans defeated 10-0 in six innings in a game ON DECK: where Priest River AT BONNERS FERRY: made nine errors. Saturday, April 12, 11 a.m. “We just didn’t AT TIMBERLAKE: play very well,” Tuesday, April 15, 4 p.m. Spartan coach Mark Schultz said. “We can’t make that many errors and give ourselves a chance to win.” Friday, March 28, the Spartans played in the Bonners Ferry Tournament. Schultz said the tournament is a good chance to see what the team needs to work on. After losing 17-2 in four innings to Timberlake, Schultz had an idea. “We have to get more consistent at the plate and hit as a team,” Schultz said. “Our pitching and defense also needs to get more consistent. We are still getting used to playing as a team, knowing where each other is going to be when a play happens.” Timberlake got off to a good start, scoring three runs in the opening inning, following it up with an eight run second inning and scoring in each inning until the game was stopped in the bottom of the fourth inning. Priest River scored in the second and fourth innings. Brad Drake, Trent Slinger, Jacob Bowden and Marcus Weiler all hit singles for Priest River. Priest River beat Kellogg 17-13 in a wild game Friday, March 28. “We came out hitting, our defense and

pitching was strong,” Schultz said. The Spartans ran up a 12-0 lead but in the fourth and fifth innings, the Spartans got out of synch, he said. Kellogg scored six in the bottom of the fourth inning and another four in the next inning. Priest River scored in the fifth, so at the end of five innings, the score was 13-10. Kellogg scored two more in the sixth inning to pull within two runs. The Spartans answered with four runs of their own in the seventh inning. Kellogg

‘We came out hitting, our defense and pitching was strong.’ Mark Schultz

Priest River Coach on his team’s win over Kellogg

scored once more, but couldn’t close the gap. Jake Perkins pitched the first three innings with four strikeouts and no runs. Jacob Bowden pitched next and threw well, Schultz said. Nate Pettit was next and finished the sixth inning, getting his first varsity win. Perkins came back and pitched well to get the save, finishing with five strikeouts. He went 2-4 at bat, with 4 RBIs and a double. Drake went 3-5 with three RBIs and a double. Marcus Weiler went 2-2 with an RBI. Slinger went 2-4 at bat and Jacob Bowden, Anthony Storro, Ashton Brooks, and Benson Huntley each had a hit. The Bonners game on Saturday was rained out. Priest River has a 2-3 record. The Spartans will play at Bonners Ferry Saturday, April 12 and at Timberlake Tuesday, April 15.

Newport girls take down Chewelah, lose to Freeman BY MICHELLE NEDVED OF THE MINER

NEWPORT – The Newport softball team soundly took down Northeast A League foe Chewelah Wednesday,

March 26, winning 15-5 in six innings. The game ended on the 10-run rule. With the game tied at one run, Newport scored six runs in the bottom of the second to pull ahead.

They maintained their lead throughout the game, scoring one run in the third, three in the fourth and four in the sixth to end the game. SEE GRIZ, 2B

APRIL 2, 2014 |

Lady Spartans take down Lumberjacks PRIEST RIVER – Despite missing a handful of players, the Priest River softball team beat Intermountain League foe St. Maries 11-6 on the road Tuesday, March 25. “After a nice long, twisting bus ride we were greeted by refreshing rain showers that started the minute we stepped off the bus,” Priest River coach Ron Kruse said. “It stopped before game time though and really wasn’t bad playing conditions.” Brianna Novak was sick, Destiny Day was injured from a cheerleading competition and Rachel Akre pitched for the JV so the Spartans were down to 10 girls, after Day tried to play but had to sit out after the first inning. St. Maries started out hitting pretty well, having seen pitcher Brittany Kramper a few days before. Priest River hosted St. Maries March 20. “Their timing was really good so after the third inning we really worked on changing speeds and locations,” Kruse said. “Once she got her changeup going for strikes she didn’t give up another run.” After Priest River gave up four runs in the third and went down 6-3, Kruse had a “little talk” with his team. “Last year we didn’t have the mental toughness to overcome that type of adversity. The big difference this year is the girls tried harder, were more focused and intense,” he said. Priest River came back and scored eight unanswered runs and played as hard as they could have the last four

innings, according to Kruse. Krampert had a breakout game at the plate. All three of the freshmen had triples on hard hit balls. Jesi Huntley was solid again behind the plate. “She shows a lot of poise for a freshman catcher receiving from a pitcher that throws as hard as Brittany does,” Kruse said. Kaylee Fink is also starting

‘After a nice long, twisting bus ride we were greeted by refreshing rain showers that started the minute we stepped off the bus.’ Ron Kruse

Spartan Coach

to see and hit the ball really well. She is also the smoothest fielder Priest River has, shows really soft hands and good footwork, so Kruse moved her to shortstop when Day sat out. The Spartans were to play Newport in a makeup game last week, but it was canceled again due to poor field conditions. Likewise, the Timberlake Tournament they were to travel to Friday was also canceled. They have the week off for spring break and return to the field Thursday, April 10, to play Lakeland on the road at 4 p.m.

Newport nine get first win, fall to Freeman BY DON GRONNING OF THE MINER

NEWPORT – The Newport Grizzlies baseball team got their first win in two seasons, Wednesday, March 26, with a 5-2 Northeast A League win over Chewelah. “They were pretty happy about it,” Newport coach Chance Hargrove said. Jeron Konkright pitched four shutout innings for Newport, striking out eight. He also went 3 for 3 at bat. Hargrove was happy with both is pitchers. Kyle Jackson pitched from the fifth inning on. “There were no walks,” Hargrove said. “That’s good.” Newport hitters came

through with Konkright getting on base with a single in the first inning. Austin Krogh got on base through an error and Ryan Rapp swat a single that drove in Konkright. Bailey Brown drove him in with ON DECK: VS. KETTLE FALLS: Saturday, April 5, 11 a.m. AT BONNERS FERRY: Tuesday, April 8, 4 p.m.

a ground out single, one of three RBIs he had on the day. Rapp hit a double in the fifth inning. Monday, March 31, the Grizzlies played Freeman in a make up doubleheader from SEE NEWPORT, 2B

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THE MINER

Cusick falls to St. George’s

Relay, field events help Newport finish near top

BY DON GRONNING OF THE MINER

CUSICK – A young Cusick Panther baseball team lost both games of a doubleheader against St. George’s Tuesday, March 25 at Cusick. St. George’s won the first game 22-5 and the second 12-2. “Our starting pitchers actually did pretty well,” Cusick coach Tell Hamilton said. Tyson Shanholtzer pitched the first four innings of the first game. At the end of four the score was 4-1. But Cusick’s inexperienced relief pitchers had a hard time finding the strike zone and walked many batters. Cusick scored four more runs but couldn’t overcome a big ON DECK: 12-run sixth VS. SELKIRK: inning. Michael Saturday, April 5, noon Konkright had a double for Cusick. The second game went a little better. “We actually out hit them 8-5, but we had way too many walks,” Hamilton said. St. George’s scored five in the first inning but Cusick answered with a score. St. George’s kept chipping away,

‘We actually out hit them 8-5, but we had way too many walks.’ Tell Hamilton

Cusick Head Coach

scoring one in the second, third and fifth and final innings and four in the fourth inning. Hamilton said St. George’s has been outside for three weeks, while the Pan-

BY DESIREÉ HOOD OF THE MINER

NEWPORT – The Newport Grizzlies finished fourth for the boys and third for the girls out of 11 possible teams participating in the Lumberjack Invitational in St. Maries, Saturday, March 29. “The team is sorting out what events that they want to do and are busy learning how to compete,” head coach Rory Axel said. “Most of the team are new to track but our captains are helping to keep them motivated.” The girls 4x200 relay took a first place finish with Rebecca Malcolm, Emma

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Junior Franklin Pope took the mound during the second game of a double header for the Panthers’ opening game against St. George’s Dragons Tuesday, March 25. Cusick lost both games.

thers have barely played outdoors. Hamilton was happy with what he saw from a couple young players. Mickey Andrews, a freshman second baseman and Antoinne Holmes, a freshman shortstop, both surprised Hamilton. “They played a lot better than I thought they would for playing in their

first high school varsity game,” he said. Hamilton said except for a couple bad innings for Cusick, the games were closer than the final score. The Panthers will play Selkirk Saturday, April 5. A doubleheader with Republic scheduled for Saturday, March 29 was rained out.

S P O RT S S C O R E B O A R D BASEBALL TUESDAY, MARCH 25 St George’s 22, Cusick 5 St. George’s (4-2, 0-2) 103 Cusick (0-2, 0-0) 010

Timberlake (1-0, 0-0) 383 3xx

(15)(12) 031

22 10 0 564

Statistics: Werkman, Dewalt (5), M. Spalding (6) and C. Spalding; Ty. Shanholtzer, Gould (5), Rankin (6), Holmes (6) and Konkright. W-Werkman. L-Ty. Shanholtzer. HITS: 2B-St Georges: M. Phew, Petlinski. Cusick: Konkright.

St George’s 12, Cusick 2 St. George’s (4-2, 0-2) Cusick (0-2, 0-0)

511 100

41 01

12 5 0 281

Statistics: Steele, Muelheims (5), C. Spalding; Pope, Ta. Shanholtzer (4) and Newkirk, Konkright. W-Steele. L-Pope. HITS: 2B-. 3B-. HR-Muelheims.

St. Maries 10, Priest River 0 Priest River (2-3, 0-0) 000 St. Maries (2-0, 0-0) 031

000 042

029 10 15 0

Statistics: King, Perkins (5), Fitzmorris (5) and J. Griffin; Michal and C. Truscott. W-Michal. L-King. HITS: 2B-St. Maries, C. Truscott, Blake, Macumber, Nelson. 3B-St. Maries, Smith.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 26 Newport 5, Chewelah 2 Chewelah (1-3, 1-3) 000 Newport (1-5, 1-4) 200

002 030

0 x

272 582

Statistics: Nicholaus and Ward; Home Konkright, Jackson (5) and Rapp. W-Konkright.

FRIDAY, MARCH 28 Timberlake 17, Priest River 2 Priest River (2-3, 0-0) 010

245

17 13 0

Statistics: Harrison, Fitzmorris (2), Pettite (4) and Huntley; Cramer, Hanson (4), C. Galloway (5) and Allen. W-Cramer. L-Harrison (0-1). HITS: Priest River- Drake, Slinger, Bowden, Weiler. Timberlake- J. Galloway 3, Cramer, Allen 2, Tounkin 2, Johnson 2, Howard 2, Hanson. 2B- J. Galloway, Allen, Hanson.

Priest River 17, Kellogg 13 Priest River (2-3, 0-0) 327 Kellogg (1-1, 1-0) 000

010 642

4 1

17 15 2 13 10 1

Statistics: Perkins, Bowden (4), Pettite (5), Perkins (7) and Huntley, Parker (4), Huntley (7); Scott, Early (5), Martin (6) and Gerome. W-Pettite (1-0). L-Martin. Sv-Perkins (1). HITS: Priest River- Perkins 2, Brooks, Huntley, Drake 3, Weiler 2, Slinger 2, Bowden, Storro. Kellogg- Scott 3, Silva, Gerome 2, Red 2, Kitchen, Frank. 2B- Perkins, Huntley, Drake, Weiler.

0 0

11 5 2 683

Statistics: B. Krampert and Huntley; J. McQueen and Holder. W-B. Krampert. L-J. McQueen. HITS: 2B-Priest River, Huntley. St. Maries, Holder. 3B-Priest River, Dement, M. Krampert.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 26 Newport 15, Chewelah 5 Chewelah (0-4, 0-4) 100 Newport (1-2, 1-2) 161

130 304

200 012

3 0

12 11 4 853

Statistics: Malloy and Peery; B. Anderson and C. Kirkwood. W-Malloy. L-B. Anderson. HITS: Freeman-Schultz, Lynn, Atwood, Goldbach, Crosswhite 2, Mettler 3, Oja 2. Newport-J. Kirkwood, C. Kirkwood, Jackson. 2B-Schultz, Mettler, C. Kirkwood. 3B-Jackson.

Freeman 14, Newport 0 Freeman (2-2, 2-2) 003 Newport (1-4, 1-4) 000

(10)1 00

14 10 0 026

Statistics: Malloy and Peery; J. Kirkwood and C. Kirkwood. W-Malloy. L-J. Kirkwood. HITS: Freeman-Schultz 3, Christianson, Atwood 3, Mettler 2, Bliesner, Oja. Newport-C. Kirkwood, S. Anderson. 2B-Schultz, Atwood, C. Kirkwood. 3B-Schultz.

BOWLING

SOFTBALL TUESDAY, MARCH 25 Priest River 11, St. Maries 6 Priest River (3-1, 0-0) 201 602 St. Maries (0-4, 0-2) 114 000

Freeman (2-2, 2-2) 034 Newport (1-4, 1-4) 230

543 15 9 4

Statistics: Frederick and Richmond; J. Kirkwood and C. Kirkwood. W-J. Kirkwood. L-Frederick. 2B-J. Kirkwood, C. Kirkwood, Hunt. 3B-Akesson. HR-Hunt, Hartill.

MONDAY, MARCH 31 Freeman 12, Newport 8

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Won 73 72 70 61 58 42 42

Lost 35 36 38 47 50 66 62

High scratch game: Kim Rusho 199. High handicap game: Kim Rusho 247. High scratch series: Liz Pope 488. High handicap series: Liz Pope 623. High team scratch game: North Country Clothing Shop 602. High team handicap game: Morning Glories 818. High team scratch series: North Country Clothing Shop 1749. High team handicap series: Morning Glories 2302. Converted splits: Sharon Smith 3-9-10, Shirley Ownbey 4-5, Lola Balison 3-10 and 4-5, Vicki Nolting 3-10, Claudia McKinney 2-10, Jan Edgar 3-10.

NEWPORT: Game didn’t go well for the Griz FROM PAGE 1B

games that were canceled Saturday. This time it didn’t go as well for the Griz, as they lost 15-1 and 16-4. “Freeman has a good program and they’ve been good for years,” Hargrove said. Freeman leads the Northeast A League with a 4-0 record. Freeman jumped out to an 8-0 lead in the first inning of the first game, as Newport’s young pitchers struggled, with several Freeman batters hit by pitches.

Rapp continued to get the bat on the ball, hitting a double. In the second game, Rapp hit another double. Hargrove said the game gave the team an idea of areas that need work. “We have four days off until Kettle Falls,” Hargrove said. They intend to use it to work on those things in practice. The losses gave Newport a 1-4 league record and a 1-5 overall record. Newport will host Kettle Falls Saturday, April 15, with the games starting at 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 8, they will travel to Bonners Ferry for a game that starts at 4 p.m.

TRACK: No top placers for Rangers FROM PAGE 1B

said. “He can run anything from the 800 down and is going to help us in relays as well.” The Spartan 4x100 relay team placed seventh. Jordan Otero, Brent Willis, Thomas Anselmo and Andy Meyer finished the relay in 47.79. On the field for the Spartans, freshmen Corbin Maltba finished 10th in the pole vault with 9 feet and senior Ariana Eisler finished ninth with 7 feet in height. “(Eisler) has also been a nice addition to the team,” Hughes said. “She has had some nagging injuries, but when she gets healthy, look for her to scare or break our school record in the pole vault.” The Selkirk Rangers did not have any top placers, but this did not sur-

prise head coach Susan Vermeulen. “I use this meet as a ‘practice session’ rather than as competition,” Vermeulen said. “This meet has, in the past 12 years, been the first time the runners have actually run over 60 meters and the hurdlers can

‘This was a big invitational with lots of schools and I thought we competed well.’ Jenni Jones

Cusick Panthers head coach

hurdle more than five hurdles. It is also the first time that the athletes

actually get to ‘jump into a pit’ for long and triple jump.” She said with those obstacles, she is pleased with how the team did. Sophomore Jaden Krabbenhoft jumped 33 feet, 3 inches in the triple jump, finishing in 14th. Junior Erin Rumelhart threw the javelin 69 feet, 10 inches to finish 16th. “I was pleased to see that some of our triple jumpers can jump over 33 feet,” Vermuelen said. “The athletes are now starting to feel that they are ‘ready’ to be competitive. I have classified Deer Park as our ‘first meet.’” The Selkirk Rangers travel to Deer Park, Friday, April 4 at noon. The Priest River Spartans travel to Kellogg, Saturday, April 12 at 10 a.m. The Cusick Panthers travel to Davenport, Tuesday, April 15 at 3:30 p.m.

‘Rocky has been outstanding in the jumps the first two meets.’ Rory Axel

Newport Head Coach

Waterman, Aryonna Willoughby and Erin Rednour finishing in 2:16.60. The girls 4x100 relay took third with Waterman, Kylin Brown, Malcolm and Willoughby finishing in 1:01.60. Willoughby also finished fourth in the 1600 meter run with a time of 7:00.16. Newport had several top finishers in the girls field events. In the shot put, senior Hanna Seiler took third with a distance of 25 feet 5.5 inches. The discus had senior Hanna Seiler take second place with a distance of 73 feet. Third place went to sophomore Kayla Warner with a distance of 65 feet. The girls high jump saw sophomore Kylin Brown jump 4 feet, 6 inches to get a second place finish. Senior Erin Rednour polevaulted 7 feet, 6 inches to finish second while teammate Rhianna Knore, a freshman, vaulted to 6 feet to finish third. The girls team finished third out of 10 teams. Coeur d’Alene Charter took first with 112 points, Moscow took second with 72 points and Newport had 68, to round out the top three. The boys team finished in fourth, with 65 points. Sophomore Rocky McDaniel

jumped his way to a first place finish in the triple jump, going 39 feet and 8.25 inches. McDaniel continued jumping, taking second in the long jump with 18 feet, 5.5 inches. Sophomore Ty McDaniel finished ON DECK: fourth in MEDICAL LAKE the shot AND FREEMAN: put with a At Newport, Wednesday, April distance of 16, 3:30 p.m. 38 feet. “Rocky and Ty McDaniel are solid in the jumps and the throws,” Axel said. “Rocky has been outstanding in the jumps the first two meets.” Two Grizzlies finished high for the discus. Fourth place went to senior Eric Cunningham with a distance of 106 feet, 8 inches. Fifth went to Ty McDaniel with 106 feet, 7 inches. The 4x100 relay placed fourth with Fritz Turner, Brendan Geary, Allen Walden and McDaniel. The relay was complete in 51.05 seconds. The 4x400 relay took second place. Fritz Turner, Geary, McDaniel and Walden finished in 4:07.77. The top three runners from the boys events were Walden in the 110 meter hurdles, finishing fourth in 20.43 seconds, freshman Lance Wood finishing seventh in the 800 meters and Geary finishing eighth in the 200 meters in 26.3 seconds. The boys team finished fourth with 65 team points, losing to first place St. Maries, 143, Moscow at 118 and Kootenai finishing with 88 points. Axel said the team is young and this meet was a learning experience for what events the athletes want to compete in. “We are young and will get better,” Axel said. “Thanks to a great junior high coaching staff, we got more freshmen this year than we have for a long time.” Axel said the Grizzlies have two home meets at the high school on Wednesdays April 16 and April 23. Any volunteers wanting to help out with the events can call 509-589-1020. The Grizzlies next meet is at home against Medical Lake and Freeman, Wednesday, April 16 at 3:30 p.m.

GRIZ: Led through the second inning FROM PAGE 1B

Chewelah managed one run in the fourth and three in the fifth, on four hits. Newport had nine hits, including a three-run homerun by Emily Hunt. JenON DECK: sen VS. KETTLE FALLS: Saturday, April 5, 11 a.m. Kirkwood AT BONNERS FERRY: Tuesday, April 8, 4 p.m. picked up the win for Newport, and Chaleigh Kirkwood was behind the plate. Both Kirkwoods hit doubles and Hunt hit a double. Freshman Goldie Akesson hit a triple. The Grizzlies had a tougher go of it against Freeman Monday, March 31. The doubleheader was moved from Saturday due to weather. Newport lost 12-8 in seven innings and 14-0 in five innings. In the first game, Newport

led through the second inning, but Freeman scored four runs in the third, followed by two in the fourth and three in the seventh. Newport scored one run in the fifth and two in the sixth. Breana Anderson pitched for Newport with Chaleigh Kirkwood caught. Brittney Jackson hit a triple, Chaleigh Kirkwood hit a double and Jensen Kirkwood hit a single. In the second game, Freeman led throughout, with three runs in the third and 10 in the fourth. The game ended on the 10-run rule after five innings. Newport didn’t score. Jensen and Chaleigh Kirkwood teamed up on the mound and behind the plate. Chaleigh Kirkwood hit a double and Stormy Anderson hit a single. The Griz host Kettle Falls Saturday, April 5 at 11 a.m. and then travel to Bonners Ferry for a non-league game Tuesday, April 8, at 4 p.m.

THE MINER

Lifestyle

B R I E F LY Luncheon celebrates spring BLANCHARD – Enjoy a lunch to celebrate spring Thursday, April 10, at 11:30 a.m. at the Blanchard Community Center, immediately following the Blanchard Area Seniors Inc. meeting at 10 a.m. The menu includes chicken, mashed potatoes, gravy, vegetables, a beverage and dessert. The cost is $8 and everyone is invited.

Rummage sale at Newport UCC NEWPORT – The Newport United Church of Christ Women’s Fellowship is holding a rummage sale Friday, April 4, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Call the church at 509-447-4121 for more information.

Donate blood in Priest River PRIEST RIVER – The Inland Northwest Blood Center with Priest River Community Blood Drive volunteers will be holding a blood drive, Thursday, April 10 from 12:30-5 p.m. at the Priest River Junior High. The volunteers will be led by Terri Ivie. INBC needs an average of 200 blood donors every day to meet the needs of more than 35 hospitals in the Inland Northwest. A single donation can save the lives of up to three people.

Free child screenings in Cusick CUSICK – The Cusick School District will be offering free screenings for parents concerned about their child’s progress for ages birth to 5 years old, Thursday, April 24 from 3-4 p.m. Call the school for an appointment at 509-4451125.

Local students graduate from Whitworth NEWPORT – Four Pend Oreille County residents graduated from Whitworth University following winter quarter in Spokane. Curt Holmes of Cusick has been awarded a bachelor of arts degree in organizational management. Samantha Keogh of Usk has been awarded a bachelor of arts degree in sociology. Stephanie Moran of Newport has been awarded a bachelor of arts degree in psychology. Hailey Robinson of Newport has been awarded a bachelor of science degree in health science. Whitworth is a private liberal arts university affiliated with the Presbyterian Church. The university, which has an enrollment of nearly 3,000 students, offers 60 undergraduate and graduate degree programs.

‘The Secret Garden’ blossoms on the Pend Oreille Playhouse stage NEWPORT – A timeless tale of the uplifting power of love and faith, “The Secret Garden” is coming to the Pend Oreille Playhouse. This adaptation of the book by Frances Hodgson Burnett, as written by The Family Playhouse in Emmaus, Pa., recounts the sentimental tale of Mary Lennox, a young orphan girl sent to live on a mysterious English estate. “The Secret Garden” takes the playhouse stage Friday through Sunday, April 1113, and Thursday through Saturday April 24-26. Show times are 7 p.m. with Sunday matinees at 3 p.m. Note that the second weekend will be Thursday, Friday and Saturday so the cast will be with their families on Easter Sunday. The Secret Garden is a coming of age story filled with wonderment and surprise. Mary, an 11-yearold living in British India, is forced from her home by tragedy. She finds herself in Yorkshire, England, on the estate of her reclusive uncle, Archibald Craven. What ensues is a compelling mixture of love, suspense and rebirth in which the wonder of nature gives way to miracles and magic. Tickets are on sale now. For more information, call the Pend Oreille Playhouse

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“The Secret Garden” hits the stage of the Pend Oreille Playhouse Friday through Sunday, April 11-13, and Thursday through Saturday, April 24-26.

Box Office at 509-447-9900 or visit www.pendoreilleplayers.org. Box office hours are noon to 5 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday. The cast of “The Secret Garden” includes Khurt Oakes, Joellie Heneise, Keegan Heaney, Christian Heneise, Serenity Oakes, Stephanie Brooks, Ayla

Culver, Kathleen Carvell, Kourtney Haren, Christine Heneise, Danny Litowitz, Whynter Oakes, Kaylah Carvell and Erich Oakes. The play is directed by Donna Maki and Danny Litowitz. The playhouse is located at 240 N. Union Ave., Newport.

Springs the time to spay and neuter your pets NEWPORT – The Pawsitive Outreach Spay/ Neuter Alliance (POSNA), in partnership with the Spokane Humane Society, is offering an affordable spay/neuter clinic for both dogs and cats Wednesday, April 9. The cost is $25 to have any cat spayed or neutered with no extra charge for cats that are in heat. Organizers said it is safe to spay cats that are in heat. Co-pays for dogs start at $40 for small male dogs. Transportation to and from the clinic is included, and POSNA offers pay-

ment plans if needed. Spaces are limited so call Cindy at 509-671-1427 to book an appointment. POSNA also offers the setting of traps for stray or feral cats. Some grant money is still available, making the co-pay for feral and free roaming cats $5. In situations with large numbers of cats, those co-pays can be waived. “POSNA is here to provide any assistance necessary to make spay/neuter happen,” volunteer Ota Harris said. “If you need to borrow carriers, have

‘Transform Suffering’ during Dharma Day NEWPORT – The Sravasti Abbey’s Sharing the Dharma Day, Sunday April 13 from 9:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. will focus on “Transforming Suffering.” The event this month will end early to allow for a celebration to mark the end of the Abbey’s three-month meditation retreat. There is no charge for events at the Abbey, and offerings of food for the community financial gifts are always welcomed. Human lives are marked with difficulty and the Buddha wisely taught many methods for changing adversity into a joyful path of spiritual awakening, according to the abbey. The April Sharing the Dharma Day explores some of these methods. The event’s schedule includes guided meditation, a talk on the day’s topic and a vegetarian potluck lunch. Guests are invited to bring a vegetarian lunch with no meats, onions, garlic or radishes. Sravasti Abbey is a Buddhist monastery in the Tibetan tradition where 10 ordained nuns devote their lives to studying and practicing Buddhist teachings and sharing them with

others. Sharing the Dharma Day is offered monthly to learn more about the Buddha’s teachings. All are welcome. Topics for Sharing the Dharma Day come from

The event’s schedule includes guided meditation, a talk on the day’s topic and a vegetarian potluck lunch. “Don’t Believe Everything You Think,” by the Abbey’s founder and abbess Venerable Thubten Chodron. Sravasti Abbey lists a full schedule of events including a weekend retreat, Friday through Sunday April 25-27, especially good for beginning meditators on their website, www.sravasti. org. For more information call 509-447-5549 or email office.sravasti@gmail.com. Check out the full Sharing the Dharma Day program at http://www.sravasti.org/ programs/sharing.html.

transportation problems or need help trapping, we are here to help. “We also need community support to continue the often-difficult work we do. We are always in need of good quality pet food, bedding, toys and other pet supplies for our rescued animals, as well as monetary donations,” she said. POSNA is a no kill rescue committed to finding forever homes for all animals. To join the group, call Cindy at 509671-1427 or Tammy at 509-944-5525. CALVARY CHAPEL NEWPORT

“Where The Sheep Go To Be Fed” 101 S. Scott • Newport Sunday Morning 10 a.m. (509) 939-0676 CalvaryNewport@aol.com / 97.3 FM “I am the bread of life. He who comes to me will never go hungry, and he who believes in me will never be thirsty.” John 6:35

PINE RIDGE COMMUNITY CHURCH 1428 1st Street West Sunday School ~ 9:15 a.m. Morning Worship ~ 10:30 a.m. Wednesday: Youth ~7:00 p.m. Pastor Mitch McGhee 447-3265

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Circle Moon and Northwoods plan busy months NEWPORT – The Northdirected by Caldwell. woods Performing Arts The Coffey Twins are ofpresents many different fering “50’s and 60’s Rock dinner and entertainment and Roll” for two weekends nights during the upcomin August starting Friday ing months. and Saturday, Aug. 8-9. SkAll shows begin with eyes the Limit will be servdinner at 6:30 p.m. and the ing chicken enchiladas. play at 7:30 p.m. Tickets Owen’s Catering will be to dinner and a WHAT’S NEXT: offering chicken show cost $25 per fried steak before THE 5TH ANNUAL person and on the Friday and SatNORTHWOODS gala nights, $35 UNLEASHED: Friday urday, Aug. 15-16 and Saturday, April shows. per person. For show only tickets, 4-5 and Friday and Heidi Kuban and Saturday, April 11-12 adults are $12 Diane Copeland will and seniors and grace the stage for children are $10. one weekend only, Friday Tickets are available onand Saturday, Sept. 12-13. line at http://www.npainc. Barbecue beef and chicken org, by phone at 208-448will be served from Skeyes 1294, or at Seebers Drug the Limit. Store in Newport. A mystery comedy month The 5th annual Northwill be offered in October woods Unleashed will be at Circle Moon. Caldwell held Friday and Saturday, will direct shows starting April 4-5 with a turFriday and Saturday, Oct. key dinner from Owen’s 3-4 with roast beef dinner Catering, and Friday and from Owen’s Catering. Saturday, April 11-12 with The Friday and Saturday, grilled chicken breasts Oct. 10-11 shows will have from Skeyes the Limit. an herb crusted pork loin The director is Mark dinner from Skeyes the Caldwell and music and Limit. talent may abound as Friday and Saturday, Oct. members of Northwoods 17-18 will have chicken are unleashed to bring you fried steak from Owen’s a night of pure entertainCatering. ment. The Northwoods’ ChristThe Mountain Harmony mas Corale, directed by Show Choir will present Caldwell, will start with “Disney on Stage,” for one the gala night Friday, Dec. weekend only, Friday and 5. This will be a garlic Saturday, May 9-10. The prime rib dinner from directors are Dee Ann Skeyes the Limit. No “show Boydston and Nina Pletsch. only” tickets to this event. The Northwoods Spring Organizers said to come Corale “Frivolity, Fun and dressed properly for a night Fancy” will start Friday to be pampered. and Saturday May 30The Friday Dec. 6 show 31 with sweet and sour and Tuesday, Dec. 9 show chicken from Skeyes the will offer a beef stroganoff Limit. dinner from Skeyes the Smoked pork from Owen’s Limit. Catering will be offered Closing out the season, before the Friday and Satthe Thursday through Saturday, June 6-7 shows. urday, Dec. 11-13 shows, Tuesday, June 10 will be will offer fried chicken from a show only offering. Owen’s Catering. Skeyes the Limit will be serving Salisbury steak Read The Newport for the Friday and SatMiner and Gem State urday, June 13-14 showings. These shows are also Miner Classifieds.

UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST 3rd and Spokane St., Newport, WA Worship Service ~ 10:00 a.m. Church School ~ 10:00 a.m. Nursery Care Available Rev. Russell Clark 447-4121 newportucc@conceptcable.com www.newportucc.org

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S.S. ~ 9:30 • Worship ~ 11 a.m. Family Night, Wednesday ~ 7 p.m. (Bible and Youth Clubs) Pastor Sandy Strait - 509-447-3687

GRACE BIBLE CHURCH of Diamond Lake Corner of North Shore Road and Jorgens Road Informal Family-style Worship Sundays 10:00 a.m. 509-671-3436

CHURCH OF FAITH

36245 Hwy 41, Oldtown, ID Sunday School 9 a.m. Sunday Services - 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Wed. - Bible Study 6 p.m. Pastor Jack Jones Church Office 208-437-0150 www.churchoffaitholdtown.org

SPRING VALLEY MENNONITE CHURCH

4912 Spring Valley Road Sunday: 9:45 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. -- Sunday School (509) 447-3588

AMERICAN LUTHERAN CHURCH E.L.C.A.

332801 Hwy. 2, P.O. Box 653, Newport Pastors Matt & Janine Goodrich Sunday School 9 am - Worship Service 10 am (509) 447-4338

NEWPORT FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH

“Sharing Christ As He Is, With People As They Are” 2nd & Spokane Sts 447-3846 9 a.m. Sunday School 10:15 a.m. Worship Service 11:30 a.m. Fellowship Time September - May AWANA - Tuesday 5:30 p.m. The Immortals (13-High School ) Thur. 7-9 Pastor Rob Malcolm

NEW TESTAMENT CHURCH

CATHOLIC MASSES

Newport: St. Anthony’s, 447-4231 612 W. First St., Sun. - 11 a.m. Usk: St. Jude’s River Rd., Sat. - 5p.m. Ione: St. Bernard’s, 802 - 8th St., Sun. - 2nd & 4th - 8:00 a.m. Metaline Falls: St. Joseph’s, 446-2651 -- 406 Park St., Sun., 1st, 3rd & 5th - 8:00 a.m.

SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTISTS

Newport Church - Corner of Lilac Lane & Hwy. 20 North Head Elder Gilbert Navarro (509) 447-4755 Sat. Morning Services Sabbath School 9:30 • Worship 11:00 NACS THRIFT SHOP (509) 447-3488 PO Valley Church School (208) 437-2638

4 Miles South of Newport, Hwy. 2 Sun.: 9:30 Sun. School, 10:30, Worship, 6 p.m. Evening Service Sun. & Wed. at Pastor’s house. Jams 5 pm 2nd Saturdays Pastor, Walt Campbell: 447-5101

HOUSE OF THE LORD

754 Silver Birch Ln. • Oldtown, ID 83822 ‘’Contemporary Worship’’ Sun. ~ 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. “United Generation Church” Youth Group Wednesday 6 p.m. Jeff & Robie Ecklund, Pastors • 437-2032 www.hotl.me

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1 mile S. of Newport on Hwy. 2 • 447-3742 Pastor Rob Greenslade Sun. School 9:45 a.m. • Worship 11 a.m. Evening Worship 6:30 p.m. Bible Study Weds. 6:30 p.m.

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OBITUARI ES Warren Hamilton Taylor NEWPORT

Warren Hamilton Taylor passed away Feb. 27 at the Hospice in Spokane, after a brave battle with cancer. He Taylor was 54. He was born Dec. 7, 1959, to Lillian and Warren Taylor of Lompoc, Calif. He is survived by his girlfriend, Roberta David, who he met in 1988 in Lompoc. They moved to Newport in 1993. Mr. Taylor is survived by their two children, Lillian Jay Taylor of Spokane and Justin Allen Taylor of Newport; two stepchildren, Alicia Williamson of Newport and Jason Vines of Tennessee; and four grandchildren, Cloud, Zack and Jameson of Newport and Bentley of Spokane. He is also survived by his three sisters; Lorraine, Laura and Linda; four brothers Lem, Tim, Glenn and George; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother and a nephew. Mr. Taylor loved the outdoors, camping, fishing and family barbecues. He loved his family. His last wish was to be buried back in Lompoc, near his parents.

Barbara Allison Pierre USK

Barbara Allison Pierre passed away Friday, March 28 from injuries received in an auto acPierre cident. She was 40 years old. Ms. Pierre was born to Chop and Audrey Pierre, Dec. 26, 1973, in Spokane. She is survived by her husband, Ed Scott and her five children: Samantha George, Darian Dalton, Tempest Pierre, Jaeden Matt and Joe Matt Jr.; her parents Chop and Audrey Pierre; her brothers, Ray (and Leanna) and Nick (and Janelle); her sisters April (and David), and Sarah; her grandchildren Destiny, Shaila and Lucky “Big Sexy” Matt, as well as countless aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. Ms. Pierre worked at Northern Quest Resort & Casino and was attending the Spokane Tribal College where she maintained an A average. People were important to Ms. Pierre. While she loved powwows and stick games, her greatest joy was simply being with her children, her family and the hundreds of people that had the pleasure of her friendship. She lived and enjoyed a life full of people that loved her endlessly and she returned that to everyone she met and then some. Family and friends were saddened by her death. “The sun set a little more slowly Friday, as if the world was as reluctant as we all are, to say goodbye to Barb and enter a new day without her,” they wrote. “She made the world brighter, more full of color, more full of laughter and love and she will be missed dearly by all who were blessed enough to have her in their lives. “She was a cherished daughter, an incredible sister and loving mother, and we collectively mourn her loss.” A Rosary Service was held Monday, March 31 at the Kalispel Community Center in Usk and burial services were held Tuesday, April 1. Her final resting place will be at the lower cemetery on

the Kalispel Indian Reservation in Usk. A memorial service will be held Friday, April 4 in the Kalispel Ballroom at the Northern Quest Resort & Casino from 2-5 p.m. Sherman-Knapp Funeral Home in Newport is in charge of arrangements. Family and friends are invited to sign the online guestbook at www.sherman-knapp.com.

Terry “Bud” Bulling SALEM, ORE.

Terry “Bud” Bulling passed away March 8, while living outside of Salem Ore. He lost his battle with cancer at the age of 51. Bulling Mr. Bulling was born and raised in southern California where he went to college. His coach told him he was an average football player, but a great baseball player, and with that comment, Mr Bulling had found his career. Mr. Bulling played for the Minnesota Twins, where he and Rod Carew were teammates. He then went on to play for the Seattle Mariners, where he caught Gaylord Perry’s 300th career victory. Mr. Bulling lived in Newport for a while and played men’s softball and coached women’s softball. He was preceded in death by his father, Vernon Bulling, and his brother Richard “Dick” Marzolf. He is survived by his mother Iada Buling, his children Casey, Josh and Karissa, and his nieces, Kandi Marzolf, Kerri Surritt and Sheri Flores. Funeral services have not yet been planned.

Amy Lynn Brady PRIEST RIVER

Amy Lynn Brady of Priest River passed away March 14. She was 39. Ms. Brady was born Sept. 24, 1974, and raised in Tucson, Ariz., where she graduated from Catalina High School. At the age of 18 she started her military service in the U.S. Navy and Naval Reserve. While in the Navy she went to Afghanistan. After her service to her country she continued her education at The University of Phoenix. She was a well-rounded, independent successful, “one of a kind” person. Her greatest pride was her family and her service to her country. Ms. Brady loved life and her many friends; she is missed by all those who loved her. Her family said they are so blessed by the enormous outpouring of love and comfort that has been bestowed upon us by friends and this community. Ms. Brady is survived by her children, Jessica Diane Brady and Zachary Alan Cross; her mother Lesley (Brady) Miller; her brother James Robert Brady (and Lisa) and their son Alex; her aunts Edna L. Doty and Dorothy Vogel; her uncle Steve Vogel; and her cousins, Russell Doty and family, Christopher Doty and family, Paul Vogel, Denise Williams and family and Don Pederson and family. She was preceded in death by her father William Robert Brady, her grandparents Albert and Margaret Vogel and her aunt Margie Vogel. A memorial service with military honors will be held Friday, April 4, at 11 a.m. at the Priest River Community Church with Pastor John Denney presiding. Sherman-Knapp Funeral Home in Newport is in charge of arrangements. Family and friends are invited to sign the online guestbook at www.sherman-knapp.com.

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P O L I C E R E P O RT S EDITOR’S NOTE: The police reports, taken from dispatch logs provided to The Miner by law enforcement agencies, are not intended to be an exact report but rather a comprehensive list of police calls in Pend Oreille and West Bonner counties. Dispatch also fields calls for the Kalispel Tribe property in Airway Heights. Certain police calls are generally omitted because of space constraints. These include but aren’t limited to ambulance calls for illness, unfounded alarms, traffic stops, dogs at large, abandoned vehicles, 911 hang–ups and civil standbys. All dispositions for the police reports are assumed to be active, assist or transfer at press time. The police reports are updated each weekday on The Miner Online.

Hwy. 211, report of subjects illegally loading up moose that had been hit on highway. Subjects driving small dark blue Toyota pickup.

VIOLATION OF PROTECTION ORDER: W. 7th St., male in violation of an order.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 26

ASSAULT: Riverside Ave., report of an assault.

PEND OREILLE COUNTY

AGENCY ASSIST: S. Garden Ave., Newport, two male inmates being housed at Pend Oreille County jail.

MONDAY, MARCH 24 JUVENILE PROBLEM: W. Kelly Drive, report of 6-year-old male out of control. ARREST: Blackwell St., John R. Stark, 58, of Cusick was arrested for fourth degree assault. MALICIOUS MISCHIEF: Willms Rd., report of lock broken on mailbox over weekend. VEHICLE PROWL: N. Hayford Rd., Airway Heights

TUESDAY, MARCH 25 ACCIDENT: Hwy. 2, gray 2010 Toyota Corolla front bumper damaged. SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES: N. Calispel Ave., complainant believes neighbor is putting unknown substance under bird feeder in mother’s backyard. SUSPICIOUS VEHICLE: Tacoma Creek, report that grey Chevy S10 pickup appears to have attempted to drive around gate for cabin stuck in mud overnight. FRAUD: Old State Rd., report that several cell phones were purchased in complainant’s name. ASSAULT: W. 5th St., Newport, report that female juvenile was assaulted at school by another female juvenile. ARREST: Hwy. 20, Courtney M. Cate, 22, of Loon Lake was arrested for driving with a suspended license. ARREST: Hwy. 20, Tyrone I. Zickefoose, 23, Deer Park were arrested for making a false statement to a public servant. SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES: Skookum Meadow Drive, report that someone shot complainant’s dog while he was gone for a few days; complainant just got back and found the dog.

ANIMAL PROBLEM: Larch Lane, report of injured deer stuck in fence. ARREST: S. Garden Ave., Newport, Forrest P. Heaton, 45, of Newport was arrested on a warrant. ARREST: W. 5th St., Jesse P. Gillette, 22, Newport was arrested for driving while license suspended. SUSPICIOUS PERSON: Willms Rd., complainant reports seeing a male through binoculars in the trees of neighbor’s property.

THEFT: S. Washington Ave., Newport, report that business has cable cords into an apartment, possible theft of services. JUVENILE PROBLEM: S. Calispel Ave., report that female student had knife on school grounds. ARREST: Deer Valley Rd., Tammy L. Price, 35, of Priest River was arrested for driving with a suspended license. TRANSPORT: Spokane County, Cole Healy, 31, of Coeur d’Alene and Daren L. Martin, 31, of Colbert were arrested on local warrants. TRESPASSING: W. 7th St., report of male trespassing, last seen walking toward restaurant. THEFT: Scotia Rd., report that credit card was stolen by known subject. SUSPICIOUS VEHICLE: LeClerc Rd. S., report of vehicle blocking entrance to bear park. ARREST: Scotia Rd., Mitchell Jay Evans, 39, of Newport was arrested for driving while license suspended.

THURSDAY, MARCH 27 SUSPICIOUS VEHICLE: Deer Valley Rd. ACCIDENT: Hwy. 2, one vehicle accident reported, unknown injuries. SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES: Willms Rd. ARREST: Reynolds Creek Rd., Christine Kay Ford, 49, of Cusick was arrested for fourth degree assault domestic violence. TRESPASSING: N. 1st Ave., report of suspect trespassing.

SEARCH WARRANT: S. Garden Ave., Newport

ARREST: LeClerc Rd. N., Peter Fredrick Heinen, 22, of Usk was arrested for violation of a protection order.

THEFT: W. Pine St., Newport, report of a stolen purse.

RUNAWAY JUVENILE: 2nd Ave., juvenile located.

BURGLARY: W. Joyner Drive, report that male in shop now leaving, was talking loud.

VIOLATION OF PROTECTION ORDER: Houghton St., violation of order.

SUSPICIOUS VEHICLE: Calicoma Rd., complainant said that a vehicle that was parked in the area the same time frame as a neighbor’s house was robbed is back and parked across a driveway seems suspicious.

ARREST: S. Spokane Ave., Newport, Dustin D. Pilalas, 20, of Priest River was arrested for driving with a suspended license.

SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES:

AGENCY ASSIST: S. Garden Ave., Newport

SEX OFFENSE: Houghton St., sex offense reported.

SUNDAY, MARCH 30 MISSING PERSON: Patti Lane, person reports son is missing.

ROBBERY: S. Washington Ave., Newport, report of someone trying to come through front door.

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE PHYSICAL: W. Kelly Drive, report of male punching the wall. THEFT: N. Hayford Rd., Airway Heights, theft investigation.

ACCIDENT: Davis Lake Rd.

DRUGS: N. Hayford Rd., Airway Heights, drugs investigation.

ARREST: Allen Ray Summa, 47, of Otis Orchards was arrested on a warrant.

THEFT: W. 7th St., report of theft.

ARREST: Jesse James Wharton, 38, of Nine Mile Falls was arrested on a warrant.

SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES: N. Warren Ave.

FRIDAY, MARCH 28

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE: Telephone Rd. E., report of domestic violence physical.

DRUGS: Turtle Rd., drugs call reported.

THEFT: W. Walnut St., Newport, report of male shoplifting. FOUND PROPETY: N. Hayford Rd., Airway Heights, report of found firearm.

ARREST: Spruce & Union, Tammie Ruth Hildreth, 31, of Newport was arrested for driving with license suspended.

ACCIDENT: Horseshoe Lake Rd., vehicle accident reported, no injuries.

SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES: Laurelhurst Drive

BURGLARY: N. Union Ave., Newport, report of storage shed broken into.

WEST BONNER COUNTY

MONDAY, MARCH 24

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE VERBAL: Elu Beach Rd., domestic verbal argument reported.

ARREST: Eastside Rd., Priest River, Martin Maxwell Hackett, 26, of Priest River was arrested on several outstanding warrants out of Bonner County.

SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES: Davaz Carlton Rd.

BATTER: Bear Paw Rd., Priest River, a deputy investigated a report of aggravated battery.

TRESPASSING: W. Sacheen St., report of subject trespassing. SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES: W. Kelly Drive, loud banging noises reported.

TUESDAY, MARCH 25

ARREST: Andrew John Bowers, 20, of Spokane was arrested on a warrant.

ARREST: McDonald Creek Rd., Blanchard, Michael Cisneros, 31, of Oldtown was arrested on an outstanding Bonner County Warrant.

ARREST: Max Christopher Smith, 39, of Newport was arrested for driving with a suspended license.

ARREST: Larch St., Priest River, Thomas Kurylo, 42, of Priest River was arrested on warrants. SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES: Hwy. 2, Priest River, report of suspicious activity at Priest River Junior High School.

SATURDAY, MARCH 29 WEAPON OFFENSE: W. Kelly Drive, reporting party heard three to four shots in the area. BURGLARY: Tacoma Creek Rd., report of subjects inside house who are not supposed to be there.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 26 NON-INJURY ACCIDENT: Clagstone Rd., Spirit Lake

SUSPICIOUS VEHICLE: Deer Valley Rd., report that a blue Ford Taurus is parked down the gated road, has been there for over an hour with no one around, vehicle should not be there.

THURSDAY, MARCH 27 FRAUD: Hwy. 41 ARREST: Hwy. 2, Priest River, Jonathan J. Depaepe, 30, of Priest River was arrested for 2nd offense driving under the influence.

ARREST: Bartlette Rd., Christopher J. Harris, 25, of Spokane was arrested for driving with a suspended license.

BATTERY: Spirit Lake Cutoff, Spirit Lake, three Spirit Lake men were cited and released for battery.

ERRATIC DRIVER: W. 7th St., report of a black Corvette racing down road. ARREST: Fertile Valley Rd., Allan E. Wilson, 52, of Newport was arrested on a warrant.

FRIDAY, MARCH 28 NON-INJURY ACCIDENT: Hwy. 2, Oldtown, report of a noninjury accident.

ARREST: S. Calispel Ave., David C. Porter Jr., 33, of Newport was arrested on a warrant.

MALICIOUS INJURY TO PROPERTY: E. Ockert St. S., Oldtown

ARREST: Hwy. 20, Patrick S. Mckenzie, 56, of Spokane was arrested for driving with a suspended license.

SATURDAY, MARCH 29

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE VERBAL: W. 7th St., report of subject intoxicated and possibly on drugs yelling, won’t leave.

NON-INJURY ACCIDENT: Hwy. 2, Priest River SUSPICIOUS PERSON: Dry Creek Rd., Oldtown

ARREST: Dean Forrest Settle, 51, of Hayden was arrested for a warrant.

SUNDAY, MARCH 30 NO REPORTABLE INCIDENTS.

PU BLIC M E ETI NGS WEDNESDAY, APRIL 2 DIAMOND LAKE WATER AND SEWER: 10 a.m. - District Office, 172 South Shore Road OLDTOWN URBAN RENEWAL DISTRICT BOARD: 5:30 p.m. Oldtown City Hall FIRE DISTRICT NO. 4 COMMISSIONERS: 6 p.m. - Dalkena Fire Station No. 41 DIAMOND LAKE IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION: 6:30 p.m. - Diamond Lake Fire Station, Highway 2 SACHEEN LAKE SEWER AND WATER DISTRICT BOARD: 7 p.m. - Sacheen Fire Station, Highway 211 IONE TOWN COUNCIL: 7 p.m. - Clerk’s Office

THURSDAY, APRIL 3 BONNER COUNTY PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION HEARING: 5 p.m. - Bonner County Administrative Building, Sandpoint

SATURDAY, APRIL 5 PONDORAY SHORES WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT: 9 a.m. - Pend Oreille Public Utility District Office, Newport

MONDAY, APRIL 7

PEND OREILLE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS: 9 a.m. - Pend Oreille County Courthouse

Noon - Priest River Library

LENORA WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT: 10 a.m. - Skookum Rendezvous Lodge

PEND OREILLE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION HEARINGS: 6 p.m. - Cusick Community Center

PRIEST RIVER CITY COUNCIL: 6 p.m. - Priest River City Hall NEWPORT CITY COUNCIL: 6 p.m. - Newport City Hall

WEST BONNER WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT: 6:30 p.m. Oldtown City Hall

BONNER COUNTY FAIR BOARD: 6 p.m. - Fairgrounds Office in Sandpoint

METALINE FALLS TOWN COUNCIL: 7 p.m. - Metaline Falls Town Hall

PROPERTY RIGHTS COUNCIL: 6:30 p.m. - Bonner County Administration Building, Sandpoint

WEST BONNER LIBRARY BOARD: 7 p.m. - Priest River Library

BLANCHARD TEA PARTY: 6:30 p.m. - Blanchard Community Center

LACLEDE WATER DISTRICT: 7:30 p.m. - Laclede Community Hall

TUESDAY, APRIL 8 BONNER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS: 8:45 a.m. - Bonner County Administrative Building PORT OF PEND OREILLE COMMISSIONERS: 9 a.m. - Usk, 1981 Black Road PEND OREILLE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS: 9 a.m. - Pend Oreille County Courthouse WEST BONNER LIBRARY DISTRICT BOARD OF TRUSTEES: 9 a.m. - Priest River Library FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY:

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 9

NEWPORT SCHOOL BOARD: 5 p.m. - District Offices

PEND OREILLE CEMETERY NO. 1: 8:15 a.m. - E. 100 Circle Drive, Newport PEND OREILLE CONSERVATION DISTRICT BOARD: 9:30 a.m. Newport Post Office Building PEND OREILLE COUNTY NOXIOUS WEED CONTROL BOARD: 2 p.m. - Commissioners’ Meeting Room, Newport BONNER COUNTY DEMOCRATS: 6:30-8 p.m. - Panhandle Health, 322 Marion St., Sandpoint METALINE TOWN COUNCIL: 7 p.m. - Metaline Town Hall

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Mon. thru Fri.., 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. or come in to The Office at 421 S. Spokane Ave., Newport. Mail to 421 S. Spokane Ave., Newport, WA 99156

Deadlines

Monday at 4:30 p.m. Late Ads until Tuesday 2:00 p.m. In The Hot Box.

First 20 Words plus bold, centered head.............$11/Week Each Additional Word....................................................50¢ ea. Special: 2 Weeks Consecutive Run................3rd Week Free Hot Box: First 20 Words, bold centered head.....$14/Week Each Additional Word....................................................65¢ ea. Classified Ads require pre-payment

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• Items for Free: One week run only, 20 words or less. Offer limited to One Free Ad per Week. • Found Ads: Items found will be run one time FREE, 20 Words or less.

Payment terms

All classified ads require pre-payment. We accept Visa and MasterCard.

Classified Display Ads

$9.00 Per Inch. Deadline: Monday, 4:30 p.m. Add a color logo or picture .....................$5.00/Week

Statewide Classified

Reach more than 1,100,000 Homes in 115 Washington State Community Newspapers. One Week, up to 25 Words, Prepaid - $195- 25 Words, $8 each additional. •Reach 325,000 Homes in 48 Idaho State Community Newspapers. One Week, up to 25 words prepaid $125. Deadline: 12 days before publication.

Acceptability

The Miner reserves the right to edit, reject or reclassify any advertisement.

Corrections

Please check your ad the first time it appears and immediately report any error to the Classified Department. We regret that we cannot be responsible for more than a one-time incorrect insertion if you do not call the error to our attention.

PART TIME RECEPTIONIST who has computer knowledge, great people skills, multi- tasking abilities, attention to detail, and is willing to be flexible with their schedule. This position is on a 30 day trial period, at which time an evaluation will be made. Your schedule will be discussed during your interview. Please send your hand written resume to: Jennifer at Post Office Box 1619, Newport, Washington, 99156.(8-3)

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ELEMENTARY TEACHER FIRST GRADE 5-12 BAND/MUSIC TEACHER .6 PE/HEALTH TEACHER ELEMENTARY TEACHER SECOND GRADE .4 FTE ELEMENTARY TEACHER

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Newport School THE WATER PROFESSIONALS District

Real Estate Wanted Mobile/Mfg. Homes Commercial Property Misc. Wanted Boats & Motors Cars & Trucks Motorcycles Recreational Vehicles Machinery, Tractors Logging Timber Farm & Ranch Animals for Sale Notices

N.A.C. OR H.C.A. Newport adult family home needs your help. 12 hour shifts, 3 nights and 3 days. Please call (509) 447-0139, ask for Laura, or (509) 6712721. (9-3p) NOW HIRING CASHIERS for Panther Pit Stop in Cusick and the Usk General Store. Part time and full time positions. Pickup application at Usk General Store. (509) 445-1294.(9-3) Read The Newport Miner and Gem State Miner Classifieds.

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9-12 SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER The Newport School District is accepting applications for the above teaching positions. Additional information and applications may be obtained by calling the Newport School District at (509) 447-3167 or at www.newport.wednet.edu. Equal Opportunity Employer.

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NEWPORT CENTER MANAGER COMMUNITY COLLEGES OF SPOKANE

Applications will be forwarded to the screening committee on April 11, 2014. Please submit your application prior to this date to ensure consideration. Also, if needed to garner an adequate pool, applications may be accepted until this position is filled. Under the direction of the Colville Center Manager, the Newport Center Manager is responsible for managing the day-to-day operation of SCC’s Newport Center. This position is responsible for identifying community needs, ensuring students are processed correctly for classes, and working with and assisting instructional departments with student service needs to help improve student achievement. The Center Manager must work collaboratively with on and off-campus SCC student services staff, instructional departments, and district personnel and will serve as a member of the student services leadership team. Salary: $46,353.00 Annually Job Type: Exempt Details of these jobs and others with CCS, SCC, SFCC, and Head Start are listed on our website at www.ccs.spokane.edu along with application requirements and a link to complete a Job Interest Card. EOE/AA

CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT Life Care Center of Sandpoint

$500 SIGN-ON BONUS FOR DAY AND EVENING SHIFTS! $1,500 SIGN-ON BONUS FOR NIGHT SHIFT! Full-time positions available for all shifts. Must be an Idaho-certified nursing assistant. Longterm care experience preferred. We offer great pay and benefits in a team-oriented environment.

Vickie O’Connor 208-265-9299 208-265-9710 Fax 1125 N. Division St. Sandpoint, ID 83864 Vickie_O’Connor@LCCA.com Visit us:

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Bus Drivers needed for the current year! • No Experience Necessary • Equal Opportunity Employer

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MALE AND FEMALE CORRECTIONAL OFFICERS $2743.42- $3211.13/ month. Union; shift differential; competitive benefits package which includes vacation, sick leave and medical; Application deadline 4:00 p.m. April 14, 2014, Physical agility and written examinations held April 17, 2014. Civil Service application required. $15.00 processing fee. Application and job announcement available: www.pendoreilleco.org or Civil Service, 625 West 4th, Newport, Washington; (509) 447-2712. (8-3) MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONAL Counseling Services: full time, union position. Salary: $3705.52/ month to $4,020.27/ month depending on experience and licensure plus county benefits. $250.00/ month stipend for DMHP oncall. Master’s Degree required. Licensed Social Worker and/ or DMHP experience preferred. See job description for complete list of qualifications and essential job functions. Obtain application and job description from Pend Oreille County Human Resources, 625 West 4th Newport, Washington. (509) 4476499 or County website www.pendoreilleco.org Open until filled.(9-3) Short of cash; long on “Stuff?” Advertise in The Newport Miner and Gem State Miner Classifieds. Call (509) 447-2433 for full details.

FOR RENT 2, 3, and 4 bedroom rentals available. Newport area. Starting at $680 and up. (509) 842-0643. (6tf) BEAUTIFUL 3 BEDROOM 2 bath Rancher. Located in desirable Newport neighborhood. $975/ month plus deposit. (509) 671-2185.(7-3p) METALINE DUPLEX 1 bedroom $465; Water, sewer, garbage, electricity are included. (208) 610-9220. (7-3) 3 BEDROOM 2 BATH 418 Beardmore, Priest River. No pets. No smoking. $700/ month plus deposit. (208) 4481121. (9-3p)

NEWPORT MINI-STORAGE (509) 447-0119 Enter at Hwy 41 and 1st Street

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OFFICE SPACE Washington Street, Newport. 400 square feet with additional storage space of 350 square feet. (208) 7551568. (51-tf)

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303 N. State Ave. • Oldtown

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Jasper Post Mill, Inc.

Let us Sell your Car, Truck or RV We charge 10% or a minimum of $200

1999 Dodge Ram 2500 Excab Cummins Diesel 4x4..$13,495 2000 Designer 5th Wheel Trailer w/3 Slideouts & Solar Panels .........................$10,995 1990 Ford F250 4X4 .....$5,995 1996 Dodge Ram 1500 4x4 Truck .............................$3,995 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4x4 ...............$3,695 1998 Chev Suburban 4x4 ...............$3,495 1997 Chev Blazer 4x4 ..$3,495 1997 Cadillac Deville 4D $2,995 1989 Ford F150 Truck 4x4 ......................$2,995 1978 Chev 3/4 Ton 4x4 Truck ......................$2,495 1995 Ford Taurus 4D low miles ......................$1,895 1989 Ford Bronco ll SOLD 4x4................................$1,795

Buying B i llodge d pole pine. . . Top Prices Paid on 6” & Smaller in Diameter Hwy. 41, Blanchard, Idaho 208•437•4411 or 509•238•6540

We Buy Cedar Logs Skyler Johnson 509-690-3127

PROFESSIONAL SERVICE DIRECTORY

You too can Advertise Weekly for only $8.25 Call 447-2433 ATTORNEYS Law Office of Denise Stewart

Wills, Trusts, Probate, Medicaid, Business 301 S. Washington Ave., Suite A, Newport, WA (509) 447-3242

CHIROPRACTIC Camas Center Medical & Dental Services Ryan Leisy, DC - (509) 447-7111 1821 N. LeClerc Rd., #1, Cusick, WA 99119

MASSAGE THERAPY Harmony Healing Arts Center Gloria Campbell -- 448-2623 47 10th -- Priest River

Cedar Mountain Massage Therapy

Lois A. Ernst, Licensed Massage Therapist 322 S. Washington -- Newport -- 447-3898

The Willows - Massage & Bodywork Studio Judy C. Fredrickson, RN, LMP Newport -- (509) 671-7035

COUNSELING Molly Phillips, LICSW, CMHS, GMHS

Licensed Counselor, Many Insurances Accepted 415 W. Walnut, Newport, WA -- (509) 671-0226

DENTIST Newport Dental Center

James G. Cool, D.M.D. Family Dentistry -- Evening Hours 610 W. 2nd -- (509) 447-3105 • 800-221-9929

Wayne Lemley, D.D.S.

Complete Family Dentistry & Orthodontics 424 N. Warren Ave., Newport -- 447-5960 Toll Free 877-447-5960

Camas Center Medical & Dental Services 1821 N. LeClerc Rd., #1, Cusick, WA 99119 (509) 447-7111 - (509) 445-1152 fax

The Kidds Place

Dentistry for Children North Spokane County - off Hwy 2 506 E. Hastings Rd Ste B Spokane Wa 99218 (509) 252-4746 www.thekiddsplace.com

HEALTH CLINICS Kaniksu Health Services Priest River Medical Clinic

Family Practice, Minor Emergencies Behavioral Health Mon. & Wed., 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Tue. & Thu., 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Fri. 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (208) 448-2321

Camas Center Medical & Dental Services 1821 N. LeClerc Rd., #1, Cusick, WA 99119 (509) 447-7111 - (509) 445-1152 fax

OPTOMETRIST Newport Vision Source

Drs. Michael & Cheryl Fenno 205 S. Washington -- 447-2945

PHYSICAL THERAPY Priest River Rehab Services

A Service of Bonner General Hospital Tim Gray, P.T. -- 448-4151 Mon.-Wed.-Fri. - 9-5 • Tues. & Thurs. 9-4

Core Physical Therapy

at Club Energy • Newport Gary Schneider PT • (509) 671-3122 Monday thru Friday By Appointment

PODIATRIST -- FOOT SPECIALIST Douglas K. Monson, D.P.M.

Patients seen at Newport Hospital twice a month 509-926-2848 -- Call for appointments

PRINTING Printing & Design . . . at The Miner

We Have a Million Ideas for Our Customers! 421 S. Spokane, Newport -- 447-2433

REAL ESTATE Richard Bockemuehl

Century 21 Beutler - Waterfront Office (509) 321-1121 • Cell (509) 951-4390

CLASSIFIEDS

| APRIL 2, 2014

YEARLING ANGUS and polled Hereford bulls. A. I. sired. 10001200 pounds, $2,000$3,000. Visit our website at hagencattleandhay. com for more information and pictures or call (509) 936-4380.(8-3p)

LOCAL PRIVATE INVESTOR loans money on real estate equity. I loan on houses, raw land, commercial property and property development. Call Eric at (425) 803-9061. www. fossmortgage.com HEALTH/BEAUTY

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PELVIC/TRANSVAGINAL Mesh? Did you undergo transvaginal placement of mesh for pelvic organ prolapse or stress urinary incontinence between 2005 and the present? If the mesh caused complications, you may be entitled to compensation. Call Charles H. Johnson Law and speak with female staff members 1-800-535-5727 Place your classified or display ad with The Miner and it will appear in both newspapers - The Newport Miner (Pend Oreille County) and The Gem State Miner (West Bonner County). All for one good price. Call (509) 447-2433 for details.

Your right to know and be informed of the functions of your government are embodied in public notices. In that self-government charges all citizens to be informed, this newspaper urges every citizen to read and study these notices. We strongly advise those citizens seeking further information to exercise their right of access to public records and public meetings.

EXPERIENCED DRIVER Or Recent Grad? With Swift, you can grow to be an award-winning Class A CDL driver. We help you achieve Diamond Driver status with the best support there is. As a Diamond Driver, you earn additional pay on top of all the competitive incentives we offer. The very best, choose Swift. • Great Miles = Great Pay • Late-Model Equipment Available • Regional Opportunities • Great Career Path • LEGAL SERVICES Paid Vacation • ExcelDIVORCE $155. $175 lent Benefits Please with children. No court Call: (602) 730-7709 appearances. ComGORDON TRUCKING plete preparation. InCDL-A Solo & Team cludes custody, supTruck Drivers Up to port, property division $5,000 Sign-On-Bonus and bills. BBB member. & $.54 CPM Consistent (503) 772-5295. www. Miles, Benefits, 401k, paralegalalternatives. EOE. Call 7 days/week com legalalt@msn.com 866-220-9175 Get fast relief for an Short of cash; long on “Stuff?” Advertise in The Newport Miner and Gem State Miner Classifieds. Call (509) 447-2433 for full details.

against both the decedent’s probate and non-probate assets. Date of first publication of Notice to Creditors: 3/19/14 Personal Representative/ Administrator: Debra A. Roach Attorney for Personal Representative/Administrators: Fonda L. Jovick Address for Mailing or Service: Fonda L. Jovick Paine Hamblen LLP 119 Main Street, Suite 201 Priest River, Idaho 83856 DATED: 3/17/ 2014 /s/ DEBRA A. ROACH DEBRA A. ROACH Personal Representative/Administrator Presented by: PAINE HAMBLEN LLP By: /s/ FONDA L. JOVICK FONDA L. JOVICK, WSBA #42120 Attorneys for Estate

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201486 PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF PEND OREILLE No. PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS RCW 11.40.030 In the Matter of the Estate of WILLIAM A. ROACH, Deceased. The Personal Representative/Administrator named below has been appointed as Personal Representative/Administrator of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner

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as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the Personal Representative/Administrator or the Personal Representative/Administrator’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days after the Personal Representative/Administrators served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(3); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is Published in The forever barred, except Newport Miner March as otherwise provided 19, 26, and April 2, in RCW 11.40.051 and 2014. (7-3) 11.40.060. This bar is ______________ effective as to claims

201474 PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE There will be a public hearing April 07, 2014 at City Hall, 200 South Washington Avenue, Newport, WA 99156 at 6:00 PM on the moratorium on the acceptance of applications, issuance of permits, operation of facilities associated with marijuana for recreational or medical purposes adopted by City Council on February 18, 2014. Published in The Newport Miner March 26 and April 2. 2014. (8-2)

______________ 201456 NOTICE OF PUBLIC TIMBER SALE Department of Natural Resources will auction timber to the highest bidder. Contract terms and bidding information is available by calling Northeast Region at (509) 684-7474 or by visiting the Region Office at Colville or Product Sales & Leasing Division, Olympia. Bidding information may also be

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BONNER SAW & POWER EQUIPMENT

Open: Tuesday - Friday 8:30-5:30 Saturday 8:30-2:00 Closed Sunday & Monday

WATER

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WINDSHIELDS WHILE-U-WAIT Mon-Fri. 7-5 Sat 8-12

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Resident Manager Highway 57 ~ 1 1/2 Miles from Hwy. 2 (208) 448-1273

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Construction

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Dog Boarding

Electrical Services

CLARK CONSTRUCTION

Do-It-Yourself Digital Photo Center 4x6 30¢ 5x7 79¢ 8x10 $249 CD $149

CHANDREA FARMS

#1 Home Builder in Newport.

Custom Homes

41 Homes built in the city since 1974

509-447-5209 or (509) 671-0171 Lic. # CLARKC*110CG

Owners Bob, Jane & Paul Clark Model Home By Appointment

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Send your dogs to the Farm to play while you are away!

We are celebrating 10 years of service for Pets and People, Too!

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LIBERTY PAINTING

Repaired & Refinished Cob Blasting, Pressure Wash Cleaning, Oils, Stains, Chinking, Caulking, Complete Drywall & Painting Service

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Propane, Lubricants, Filters and Fuel Additives Available On-Site

Painting

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24 hr. Commercial/Public Card Lock Fuels INCLUDE: • Highway Diesel • Off-Road Diesel • Unleaded Gasoline HOME DELIVERIES INCLUDE: • Stove Oil • Furnace Oil • Highway Diesel • Off-Road Diesel • Unleaded Gasoline

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Small & Large Animal Medicine & Surgery Brian Dockins DVM

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Operating Since 1980 Professional, Experienced, Friendly Service Clean, Inspect, Masonry Repair Licensed and Bonded

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509-447-1107

522 Scotia Rd., Newport

Conscientious & Reliable

Repaints Interior • Exterior New Construction Licensed in WA & ID

Larry Liberty (208) 755-8588

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CONTINUED FROM 8B obtained at the County Auditor’s office. Bidding begins at 10:00 a.m. at the on April 22, 2014. WINDY JIM FIT SORTS, App. No. 089841-089847, 32 miles northeast of Colville and approximately 7 miles northwest of Ione, WA on

PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. The newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising or real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800669-9777. The toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800927-9275. (31tf)

part(s) of Sections 16 all in Township 38 North, Range 42 East, Sections 36 all in Township 38 North, Range 41 East, Sections 36 all in Township 38 North, Range 42 East, Sections 16 all in Township 39 North, Range 42 East, W.M., each log sort to be sold individually. Minimum accepted bids listed are set at delivered log prices. Sort #1 approximately 1134 tons DF/WL 7-10” sawlogs/ peelers minimum acceptable bid $70.00/ ton; Sort #2 approximately 240 tons DF/ WL 11”+ sawlogs/ peelers minimum acceptable bid $75.00/ ton; Sort #3 approximately 1,575 tons AF/ WH/GF/LP/WP and non-chuckable DF/ WL 7-10” sawlogs minimum acceptable bid $65.00/ton; Sort #4 approximately 216 tons AF/WH/GF 11”+ sawlogs minimum acceptable bid $65.00/ ton; Sort #5 approximately 713 tons WRC 5”+ sawlogs minimum acceptable bid $180.00/ton; Sort #6 approximately 14,285 tons all conifer species except WRC & PP 5-6” chip and saw minimum acceptable bid $50.00/tons; Sort #7 approximately 3,969 tons all conifer species except WRC 2”+ utility minimum acceptable bid $25.00/tons. This sale is Export Restricted. Published in The Newport Miner April 2 and 9, 2014. (9-2) ___________________

201490 NOTICE OF PUBLIC TIMBER SALE Department of Natural Resources will auction timber to the highest bidder. Contract terms and bidding information is available by calling Northeast Region at (509) 684-7474 or by visiting the Region Office at Colville or Product Sales & Leasing Division, Olympia. Bidding information may also be obtained at the County Auditor’s office. Bidding begins at 10:00 a.m. at the Northeast Region Office, Colville, WA on May 27, 2014. S A N D W I C H CREEK, App. No. 090631, approximately 5 miles by road southeast of Usk, WA on part(s) of Sections 2, 10 and 14 all in Township 32 North, Range 44 East, Sections 34 all in Township 33 North, Range 44 East, W.M., comprising approximately 3,776 Mbf of Timber. This sale is Export Restricted. OFFICIAL NOTICE OF DATE AND PLACE FOR COMMENCING AN APPEAL: Notice is given under SEPA, RCW 43.21C.075, WAC 197-11-680 of Department of Natural Resource’s action described in (4) below. Any person whose property rights or interests will be affected and feels himself aggrieved by the Department action may appeal to Pend Oreille County Superior Court within 30 days of April

1, 2014, pursuant to RCW 79.02.030. Any action to set aside, enjoin, review, or otherwise challenge such action on the grounds of noncompliance with the provisions of RCW 43.21C (State Environmental Policy Act) shall be commenced on or before May 1, 2014. Pursuant to WAC 197-11-680(4)(d), no appeal may be filed under RCW 43.21C more than 30 days after the date in (1) above, unless an appeal was filed under RCW 79.02.030 as in (1) above. Description of Department Action: Approval for sale of the proposed timber sale(s), shown above. Type of environmental review under SEPA: A determination of non-significance or mitigated determination of non-significance was issued for each timber sale. Documents may be examined during regular business hours at the Region Office of the Department of Natural Resources and at Olympia Headquarters, Product Sales & Leasing Division, 1111 Washington St SE, Olympia, WA 985047016, (360) 902-1340. This notice filed by: Robert McKellar, Assistant Region Manager, Northeast Region Office 225 South Silke Road, Colville, WA 99114-9369 (509) 684-7474 Published in The Newport Miner April 2, 2014. (9)

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_____________ 2014397 PUBLIC NOTICE REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FRANCHISE AGREEMENTS CONTRACTING SERVICES PEND OREILLE PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT Public Utility District No. 1 of Pend Oreille County (the District), is requesting proposals for preparation of renewals/consolidations of Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) franchise agreements. Work will include the following: Identify each electric facility (pole, down guy, conductors, enclosures, etc.) within and along state highway right-of-ways (including underground facilities). Identify location of each electric facility within and along the state highway rightof-way (distance from centerline/fog line/ edge of shoulder) and vertical distance above highway for crossings and alongside highway. Place facility symbol representations onto WSDOT highway right-of-way drawings along with notations of when the facilities are entering and exiting the right-of-way. Include profiles (cross-sections) for all crossings. Calculate control zone measurements

for all facilities within highway right-of-way. Indicate vertical clearance measurement for all crossings and longitudinal facilities. Include pole data for all above ground facilities on state highway right-of-way drawings. Complete Utility Facility Description log, which describes the details on the WSDOT highway right-of-way drawing. Submit to DOT completed consolidated franchise applications and work with the DOT through their review cycles of the application to resolve their concerns. Periodic progress reports. The first phase of this project will be along state Highway 211. It is planned to have this phase completed by the end of 2014. The company selected will have experience and knowledge working with utility facilities and WSDOT franchise agreement requirements. Interested parties may obtain a complete Request for Proposal Packet by contacting the District’s Contracts Administrator at (509) 447-9345. RFP package submittals must be received no later than 5:00 p.m., April 30, 2014. Submittals may be sent to: Bill Kershul Project Manager Pend Oreille PUD P.O. Box 190 Newpor t, WA 99156

bkershul@popud. org Women’s, minority, and small business enterprises are encouraged to apply. The District is an equal opportunity employer. Published in The Newport Miner April 2, 2014. (9)

_____________ 201498 NOTICE OF BOARD MEETING DATE CHANGE Cusick School District No. 59 Pend Oreille County, Washington The Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Cusick School District No. 59 (the “District”) hereby provides this notice that they will meet for their April Board Meeting on: Dat e: Tuesday, April 22, 2014 Time: 3:30 p.m. Location: High School Library Cusick School District 305 Monumental Way Cusick, WA The purpose of this meeting is for the regularly scheduled April Board Meeting. Cusick School District No. 59 Pend Oreille County, Washington /s/ By: Don Hawpe Don Hawpe; Secretary, Board of Directors Published in The Newport Miner April 2 and 9, 2014. (9-2)

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LIEN NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Notice is given that Diamond Lake Mini Storage will be selling by live auction the contents of unit #C18 belonging to Angela Stocksett 2566 S. Meridian #C, Puyallup, WA 98373, amount owing $652 .00, unit# A22 belonging to Amanda McGee 32 Grizzly Loop, Newport, WA, 99156, amount owing $350.00, unit #A27 belonging to Gail and Robert Miller 609 East Ockert St., South Oldtown, ID 83822 amount owing $1425.00. Auction to be held on April 12th at 1:00 at Diamond Lake Mini Storage 325502 N Highway 2, Newport, WA 99156 Katherine Rager 447-4088 Published in The Newport Miner April 2 and 9, 2014. (9-2)

_____________ 2014100 PUBLIC NOTICE N E W P O R T SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD OF DIRECTORS NOTICE OF MEETING CHANGE The Board of Directors of Newport Consolidated Joint School District will hold only one board meeting the month of April. The regular meeting will be held April 22, 2014 at 5pm at Newport School District’s board room. Published in The Newport Miner April 2, 2014. (9)

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