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County officials seek 15 percent raise Commissioners begin budget planning BY DON GRONNING OF THE MINER

NEWPORT – As the county begins its budgeting process, five of Pend Oreille County’s elected officials asked county commissioners for a raise Monday, July 8. The previous board of county commissioners – Diane Wear, Mike

Manus and John Hankey – signed a resolution in their last meeting in 2012 requesting the county’s Citizen Salary Commission review and recommend salaries for elected officials for the 2015-2018 term of office. The salary commission is due to meet in the fall to set the salary for commission district 2, the seat now held by county commission chairman Mike Manus. The five elected officials seeking the raise – Auditor Marianne Nichols, Treasurer Terri

Miller, Sheriff Alan Botzheim, Assessor Jim McCroskey and Clerk Tammie Ownbey – each earn $53,148 annually, along with benefits. The elected officials get the same type of benefits their subordinates get, including medical and retirement. Botzheim, McCroskey, Miller, Nichols and Ownbey do not want to go through the county’s salary commission to get a pay raise. SEE BUDGET, 2A

County looking at $873,000 budget shortfall NEWPORT – Pend Oreille County Commissioners will need to find $873,050 to balance the county’s 2014 budget, commissioners were told at their Monday meeting

July 8. That is on a current expense budget of about $8.417 million. It included a 3 percent SEE COUNTY, 2A

State OKs OHVs on county roads County working on ordinance and plans BY DESIREÉ HOOD OF THE MINER

NEWPORT – Governor Jay Inslee signed a law, Wednesday, July 3, that says all county roads are open to Off-Highway Vehicles (OHV) with a speed limit of 35 mph or less, effective Sunday, July 28. The county is now scrambling to complete an

ordinance that deals with all the details of implementing this state law in the county. County commissioner Mike Manus has been an advocate of opening up most of the county roads, some Forest Service roads and short sections of highways in Pend Oreille County, to give OHV riders more options. With the passing of the HB 1632, he will focus on working with the Forest Service to open roads and different towns to open small

highway sections. “This is statewide support for what we are doing here,” Manus said. “We were trying to pass what the state came up with.” Part of the Pend Oreille County proposal also takes away the requirement that riders have the two right-side tires on the shoulder of the road. Under HB 1632, Pend Oreille County has to abide by the new SEE OHV, 2A

Prisoners riot in county jail Courthouse damaged by water from jail BY DON GRONNING OF THE MINER

NEWPORT – A hot day, a crowded jail and a disgruntled prisoner resulted in a flooded courtroom and a near riot situation at the Pend Oreille County Jail Sunday, July 7. The disturbance started early

Sunday afternoon when a female inmate started banging on her cell wall, according to Pend Oreille County Sheriff Alan Botzheim. “One person can create quite a problem,” Botzheim said. The prisoner, Rikki Bays, is accused of stopping up the toilet, causing it to flood. The cell is located near the Superior Court Room, which was covered with about an inch of water from the flooded cell.

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Lavender fairies painted the faces of other fairies as they prepared to float around the Lavender Festival Saturday morning in Newport City Park.

Since a disturbance can be heard throughout the jail, Bays agitated other prisoners, Botzheim said, some of whom started flooding their cells. The situation escalated. There was a male-on-male and a female-onfemale inmate assault. A corrections officer was also assaulted, Botzheim said. A prisoner was taken to the hospital for X-rays to his hand after SEE RIOT, 8A

Lavender Festival leaves with smiles BY DESIREÉ HOOD OF THE MINER

NEWPORT – More than 3,200 people strolled through the Newport City Park taking part in the 10th annual Lavender Festival this past weekend, including more

than 32 visitors from four different countries around the world. “That is always exciting,” event chairwoman Loyce Akers said. More than 25 Canadians, three Europeans, two Australians and two people from Thailand all made an appearance at this years’ purple

and green lavender filled event. More than 80 vendors spent the weekend showing people what lavender can do. From baked goods, arts and crafts, demonstrations and plants, visitors shopped and SEE LAVENDER, 7A

Independence Day celebrated on boats and bikes

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Boats, docks and just about anything that floated were in the annual Diamond Lake boat parade Thursday, July 4. Fireworks from a barge in the lake ended the Independence Day celebration.

|| Landlords want to help alleviate residents’ concerns NEWPORT – Pend Oreille County officials are in contact with the landlords who own homes where alleged drug activity is causing concern for residents. Sheriff Alan Botzheim held a special meeting of the Pend Oreille Youth Task Force last week and discussed options with residents and county personnel about the best ways to combat the alleged illegal drug activity that is causing many Newport residents concern. Following the meeting, the sheriff has been in contact with one of the landlords, and he said prosecuting attorney Tom Metzger has been in contact with another one.

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The sheriff said that the landlords want to help, and need to be aware of the problem situations. The landlords welcome any information that will help curb some of the residents concerns. “It is a step in the right direction of communicating as a community to solve these problems,” Botzheim said. The task force is still looking for a community member to coordinate block watches on the different blocks and they welcome information from the citizens. The next meeting of the task force will be Sept. 9 at 6 p.m. to see how the changes are affecting the area. The sheriff encourages residents to

The Driver boys were all decked out for the Fourth of July parade in Cusick last week. The parade rolled through town Thursday, July 4, and included Pend Oreille County Fair and Rodeo Queen Courtney Montgomery and Newport Rodeo Queen Savana Lindell.

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PUD Commissioners discuss fiber project overrun NEWPORT – Pend Oreille Public Utility District (PUD) Commissioners and managers plan to discuss the options for financing the $1.9 million overrun of the fiber optic system at the next commissioner meeting, Tuesday, July 16, from 10 a.m. to noon, in Newport. They may have a report on the fiber budget and plans for how the district will finance the cost overruns. The fiber optic system in South Pend Oreille County is winding down as the PUD reels in on the expenses because of the cost overrun. The $34 million project is funded mostly by a federal stimulus grant which has little to no hope of growing in size from Washington D.C.

NEWPORT – The Pend Oreille County sheriff’s office executed a search warrant at a residence in the 100 block of S. Scott Street, Friday, July 5, recovering stolen items in the residence and shop building from four separate burglaries that happened in the Newport area. The recovered items include a utility trailer, vacuums, a stamp collection, tools, golf clubs, fuel cans, a leaf blower, computer equipment and rugs. The value of the recovered items is more than $12,000. The tenant, Shawn E. Byrant, 29, of Newport, faces charges of possession of stolen property in the first degree. Bryant was already in custody from a prior arrest on Saturday, June 30, for allegedly possessing a stolen enclosed trailer.

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Five Pend Oreille County elected officials – Auditor Marianne Nichols, Clerk Tammie Ownbey, Treasurer Terri Miller, Sheriff Alan Botzheim and Assessor Jim McCroskey, met with county commissioners to discuss a pay raise during the commissioners’ Monday morning meeting, July 8. FROM PAGE 1

“For one thing, (the salary commission) doesn’t want to do it,” Nichols said. The 10member Citizen Salary Commission was formed in 2009 specifically to set county commissioner’s salaries. County commissioner Karen Skoog pointed out that the salary commission represented the public. “So do you,” Ownbey said. Skoog wanted to know how to pay for any increase. “There are only five of us, you could fix it in the next budget,” Ownbey said. If the salaries were increased the way the elected officials want, it would cost the county about $108,000 the first year of the increase. The current salary structure is unfair, county Prosecutor Tom Metzger said. “We have several people who make more than the elected people,” he said. “It’s just flat wrong.” In the Sheriff’s Office, there are two employees that earned more than Botzheim, counting their overtime. One employee in the auditor’s office earns more than Nichols. Those are the only two elected officials

who have subordinates who earn more than the elected official. Metzger’s $120,504 annual salary has been regularly increased because it is set by a state salary commission and is tied it to the judicial system. About 60 percent of Metzger’s salary is paid by the state. But Botzheim, Nichols, Miller, McCroskey and Ownbey have not received similar raises. “In the last eight years the elected officials have had one cost of living increase,” Ownbey said, a 3 percent increase in 2009. In that same time period county employees have seen a 14 percent increase in cost of living allowances. That is in addition to 24 percent increases in step increases over the last eight years, she said. Some employees get a 6 percent step increase every two years and sheriff deputies get a 4 percent increase annually. In addition to running their office, elected officials have had to work the desks and do other front line tasks as the county reduced its number of employees in response to the economic downturn. The increase is also important, elected officials maintain, for succession planning.

increase in both expenditure and revenue over last year’s budget. It did not include a starting balance, which is anticipated to be between $300,00 and $400,000. It also does not include a road levy shift, which in past years has been as much as $400,000, as well as money from county timber sales. County commissioners were uncomfortable with a 3 percent increase, directing the auditor to trim that to 1 percent. All three county commis-

It is difficult to get qualified people from within the organization to run for office if they have to take a pay cut when elected. The elected officials said they were looking for two things in the salary increase – fairness and a systematic way to adjust salaries in the future so that elected officials don’t have to come back and ask for a raise again. The elected officials suggested three options. The county could make the elected officials’ salaries 15 percent higher than the top paid employee in the department. That would bring the auditor, assessor, clerk and treasurer to $71,588, up from $53,148. The sheriff’s salary would be increased to $90,631 from $79,104. The second proposal is to bring elected officials to the same pay as the average of department heads. That would mean auditor, assessor, clerk and treasurer would be increased to $75,384 and the sheriff would be increased to $90,631. The third proposal would be to pay the auditor, assessor, clerk and treasurer 50 percent of a Superior Court Judge’s salary – $74,416 and the sheriff 60 percent –

sioners are working on their first complete budget. Commission chairman Mike Manus indicated that commissioners wanted to meet individually with department heads to go over their budgets. Department heads are just now getting budget sheets, which are due back in a month. The budget sheets show the last three years of expenses and revenue as well as expenses and revenue for the year to date. They will need to project expenses and revenue for 2014.

$89,299. Salaries for Superior Court judges are set by the state salary commission. County commissioners were somewhat sympathetic to the idea that elected officials should get a raise, but didn’t jump at the idea of such a large increase. “To give 15 percent in one year is not a pretty picture,” Manus said, pointing out that the average person in Pend Oreille County makes a lot less than the elected officials currently earn. “To do something in one year is not going to happen,” he said. He would prefer to hold public hearings on any increase. Treasurer Terri Miller said that when she talks to the public about elected officials salaries, nobody wants to see them increased. When told that some elected officials earn less than some employees they supervise, the public’s response is often “why did you run?” Miller said most elected officials ran to serve the county. She said she took a pay cut when she was elected. Botzheim said he has taken a couple pay cuts over the years to accept politically appointed positions in the sheriff’s office, which paid less than the civil service positions.

OHV | Safety requirements, license plates all part of state law

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law and any changes in the proposed ordinance have to be stricter than the state laws. The county can deem roads to be unsuitable for travel, even if the state law says they are open, because this is a stricter policy than the state law. However, no roads have been designated at this time to be unsuitable. The new law states that only roads not open to OHV travel need to be listed for counties with a population of 15,000 or less. Pend Oreille County has about 12,000 people meaning the state law does not affect the county unless the county chooses to declare certain roads as unsuitable for OHV travel. “The state has set out all their requirements, and the county ordinance is going to do very little more than say the definitions under state law apply here,” Prosecuting Attorney Tom Metzger said. Metzger stated that as long as the county meets the state requirements, they can designate all county roads with a speed limit under 35 mph open to OHV use. County roads that have a speed limit over 35 mph, like 50 mph, would be opened under the proposed plan, however only for connectivity between two points. “Part of this is just updating our current plan and part of it is opening up additional roads,” Manus said. “The problem that I saw – I have a side-by-side –it was so difficult to figure out where you could and couldn’t ride. The reason we want to open the rest of the county roads is because you have got to have connectivity. ATVers do not want to ride their ATVs on paved roads.” A 2006 ordinance allowed OHV

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travel on some county roads. The good way to recreate in the area and problem is when riders are on OHV feels that the new law will be benefiapproved trails or roads and they cial for all involved. cannot connect to other roads “I have lived in the north end and because they are not open to OHV it’s been that way for quite some travel. Riders may have to turn time,” Botzheim said. “I think it is a around and travel the same way win situation.” back. In other cases, the riders have The city of Wallace, Idaho, has to push their OHVs onto the roads opened its roads to OHV travel and that are legal for the vehicle to be on. according to Manus, it has greatly “The state has basically done a affected the economy in a positive complete reversal. In the beginning way. they said, begrudgingly, “Wallace we will allow counties to W H AT ’S N E X T: has actually designate certain roads PUBLIC INFORMATIONAL rejuvenated and you must spell them MEETINGS on a new state law their whole out from point A to point and county OHV ordinance economy by B for OHVs and there plans will be held in the com- OHV travel,” has to be connectivity missioners’ meeting room at Manus said. between a trail or a site the courthouse in Newport, “They have or something. It was a Tuesday, July 16, at 1:30 p.m. many trails really difficult way to and at 7 p.m. at the Ione Com- out of Wallace do something,” Metzger munity Center. The third meet- so it becomes said. “Now, they have ing will be held Wednesday, a destination gone, we give up. In July 17 at 7 p.m. at the Cusick spot for people counties with a populaCommunity Center. to ride.” tion of less than 15,000, Manus you can say what roads said that the are not suitable. So unless the county average family that travels to a town says this road is not suitable, then it on an OHV may spend up to $250 a is suitable.” day on items such as gas, food and According to Metzger, the only entertainment. exceptions to the state law are High“It’s tourism,” he said. “It is going ways 2, 211, 20 and 31, as the coun- to benefit our county through jobs ty does not have jurisdiction on these eventually, because if we could roads. The state law states that an get the tourist dollars, which are OHV can only cross a state highway good clean dollars coming into our within city or town limits where the county, we would end up having speed is 35 mph or less. However, if a hopefully new businesses established section of the highway goes through to help take care of those things.” a town with a slower speed limit, the OHV means a two, three, four or city can choose to open the highway six wheel non-highway vehicle, comto OHV travel, similar to what Ione monly known as ORV, ATV and UTV. did several years ago. Safety is the top priority when Sheriff Alan Botzheim lives in Ione riding an OHV and HB 1632 states and the city opened up the streets many different safety items that to OHVs. The sheriff knows this is a must be on all OHVs.

All vehicles must have headlights, tail lamps per the vehicle requirements, turn signals, reflectors, mirrors, a horn, working brakes and a proper muffler. Drivers must wear helmets and obey the speed limits as well. According to Manus, some OHVs can travel up to 100 mph, but he said a speed limit will be set at 35 mph or the posted speed limit, whichever is less. Pend Oreille County and the state will require operators to be at least 16 years of age and have a current valid drivers license or be under the direct supervision of a responsible adult 18 years of age or older. Part of HB 1632 states that OHVs will now have a small metal license plate and tabs required. They are requiring the license plates to eliminate the anonymity and support enforcement actions by eliminating the need for officers to witness the infraction. It will also provide revenue for the sport to upkeep on maintenance and signage. Botzheim said that several laws in the state require officers to see and witness infractions and that the only hold out for the police is a reckless driving crime. “We would have to see it happen,” he said. The cost to license an OHV currently with the proper stickers is $18. Under the new law, the cost is still $18 to register for off-road use, $12 for the on-road registration, and the vehicle has to go through an initial inspection from a licensed dealer before receiving tabs. The license plates also need to be replaced every seven years and will cost an additional $2. The total to register an OHV for travel on all the county roads that will open under HB 1632 is $30 plus

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the $50 one-time inspection. The money is split into several different accounts including the Nonhighway and Off-Road Vehicle Activities Program Account (NOVA) and the Multiuse Roadway Safety Account. “If you open up some places for people to ride, then the likelihood of people going out and tearing up places that they shouldn’t, is minimized,” Manus said. “The other thing about having the ATV clubs is they are kind of self-policing.” Opposition for the state law and proposed ordinance comes from the Washington State Patrol (WSP) saying that “public safety” is of concern. The WSP states that the vehicles are designed to be off-road only and that entering a roadway from a non-formal entrance, such as a non-marked intersection, may put the operator and motorist at risk. Citizens have also expressed concern over the noise levels. Public informational meetings on HB 1632 and the new proposal will be held in the commissioners’ meeting room at the courthouse in Newport, Tuesday, July 16 at 1:30 p.m. and at 7 p.m. at the Ione Community Center. The third meeting will be held Wednesday, July 17 at 7 p.m. at the Cusick Community Center. According to Manus, they hope the proposed county ordinance will go into effect on July 28, to match the timeframe of the state law. Manus welcomes comments and encourages people to attend the meetings. He said the OHV industry has grown in the last decade and he wants people to understand the sport. “The ATV industry is huge,” Manus said.

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L A ST Y E A R The weather this time last year was hot and sunny. Temps were in the 90’s, and not a cloud in sight.

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BR I E FLY Treasure hunting in Diamond Lake

DIAMOND LAKE – One man’s junk is another’s treasure and that is true again for the annual Diamond Lake Community Garage Sale, Saturday, July 13 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Diamond Lake Improvement Association (DLIA) stated that they will do the advertising for the garage sales. Participants are only asked to put up a few signs and clean out their house or cabin of all the little hidden treasures that neighbors may want to find.

Health board meets in Republic REPUBLIC – The regular meeting of the Board of Health of Northeast Tri County Health District will be held at Wednesday, July 17, at 10 a.m. at Freckles’ Gourmet BBQ, 18 N. Clark Ave., Republic. The public is invited and encouraged to attend. Public input is welcome. People needing special accommodations should contact Kelly LeCaire at Northeast Tri County Health District at 509-684-1301 or 1-800-827-3218 by July 11.

Two injured in head-on collision SPIRIT LAKE – Two people were transported to Kootenai Medical Center following an early morning head-on collision in Spirit Lake Saturday, July 6. Chance C. Merrick, 20, of Oldtown was driving north in a 1984 Subaru station wagon about 5 a.m. on Highway 41, near Jackson Street in Spirit Lake when he crossed the centerline and struck a 2007 Ford F-150 pickup driven by Carissa J. Abbott, 28, of Spirit Lake. Both were injured and taken to Kootenai Medical Center in Coeur d’Alene. Merrick was not wearing a seatbelt and Abbott was wearing a seatbelt. Both were discharged from the hospital July 6.

Vehicular assault charged in wreck NEWPORT – A Texas man will faces charges of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs and vehicular assault charges following a July 4 wreck on Viet Road that left two injured Thursday. Gilbert W. Smolik, 25, of Magnolia, Texas, was driving a 1990 Dodge Dakota pickup south on Viet Road about 8 p.m. when he lost control and drove off the road, striking a tree, according to a news release from the Washington State Patrol. Both Smolik and his passenger, Robert Meyers, 37, of Newport, were injured. Neither were wearing seatbelts. Smolik was transported to Newport Hospital and Meyers was transported to Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center in Spokane. According to the news release, alcohol or drugs were involved and DUI and vehicular assault charges will be brought against Smolik.

Go on a ‘Photo Safari’ at Priest River Library PRIEST RIVER – The Live and Learn series at the Priest River Library presents Photo Safari with local author and photographer Joan Budai Saturday, July 13, at 11 a.m. Here is an opportunity to see African animals in their natural habitat in a slide presentation produced by Budai. She has photographed and written about Alaska’s wildlife in the past, her trip to Africa was a dream come true, she said. The following Saturday, July 20, at 11 a.m. the library will be hosting Christmas in July. There is no better time than the summer to consider projects for holiday gift giving, librarians said. Reserve a seat at this program, as space is limited. Call 208-448-2207 for more information. Summer Reading continues Wednesday at 11 a.m. for K-6th grade. Preschoolers and younger may join in the summer fun Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. during Story Time at the Priest River Library. Dig into the dirt for worms, rocks and more. For more information visit the library’s website at http:// westbonner.lili.org or call 208448-2207.

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PUD to remove 4,425 trees BY DESIREÉ HOOD OF THE MINER

NEWPORT – The Pend Oreille Public Utility District (PUD) is spending the summer reducing the vegetation that is both within and outside the district’s rights-ofways, which in turn reduces the possibility of power outages for area residents. According to Chris Jones, operations manager for the PUD, they brought in the Washington Forestry Consultants Inc. (WFCI) to survey Pend Oreille County for trees that are hazardous, dead or dangerous to the operations of the PUD power lines. “It is just good prudent industry practice to clear your right of ways. Keep everything clean. Keep everything safe,” Jones said. The PUD policy is to notify customers when a tree must be removed. Customers usually receive a letter in the mail, door hangers on their door and often times the PUD uses a “one-call” system that is an automated message alerting customers of the tree removals in their area. They sent out more than 8,000 letters this past year. The right of way that the PUD has is typically along the roads or easements from customers. They reduce the vegetation in these sections to keep trees and brush from interfering with power lines, causing outages or other problems, such as fires.

“Basically, we are trying to look into the future and ask what we need to do this year,” Jones said. The PUD has about 670 miles of power lines throughout the county. The survey done in 2012 by WFCI consisted of splitting the county into 12 one-mile blocks and physically surveying 12 percent of them. From that sample, they calculated that Pend Oreille County has 4,425 dangerous trees. “From that, they came up with a estimate of just over 4,000 danger trees, which they define as dead, diseased, or in imminent danger of falling,” Jones said. From the survey, Jones sent out an employee that started marking the hazardous trees that need to come down. The PUD hired the Bronkhorst Company to follow behind the employee and take down the hazardous trees. The crews have had some days where they cut down 60 trees and then other days where they manage to get one difficult tree down. The project is paid out of the maintenance budget, which is funded by ratepayers. The vegetation management budget for 2013 is $300,000. They plan to spend $240,000 on removing the dangerous trees and $60,000 on other miscellaneous vegetation control items such as managing natural springs, transportation lines and all the substations. The cost to remove one tree is

about $75. To remove all 4,425 trees, which is 7.2 trees per mile, will cost the PUD $390,000. Also added to the budget is $40,000 to hire a temporary “Hazard Tree Specialist” for a four-month period. The total for the project is $430,000, slightly over the planned budget. According to Jones, any trees that cannot be removed under this years’ budget will be taken out of the 2014 budget instead. Jones points out that each tree is different and the cost will reflect one way or another to adjust the budget some. If all of the 4,425 trees are removed, the cost to maintain the right-of-ways for the next six years will go down to $155,000. Another ongoing cost with the vegetation management program would include hiring a spray crew to treat the plants in the right-ofways, which will cost $150,000 over six years. Jones said that the number one concern for them is safety of the PUD employees and customers. The PUD estimates that they have about eight customers per mile in the county, compared to Spokane County with 266 per square mile. “We absolutely try to do the best that we can to notify customers and talking with customers before we remove trees,” Jones said. “However, we have an obligation to the public to make sure that our lines are maintained.”

PUD offers tree replacement program BY DESIREÉ HOOD OF THE MINER

NEWPORT – The Pend Oreille Public Utility District is going to start offering a $100 tree replacement policy for customers who are partial to their trees in the PUD right-of-way and do not want them cut down. “If we know a tree is of value to the customer, then if the customer allows us to cut that tree down, we will put money towards the replacement of that tree with a power line friendly tree,”

operations manager Chris Jones said. The PUD will have a list of approved trees that can be purchased under the new policy, trees will not grow to the height of the power lines and be easier to maintain for the PUD. This program is designed to remove the ongoing trimming that the PUD does regularly to maintain the lines. According to Jones, the number of outages and repair times are both on the decline because of the use of this program. “The more trimming you are going to do, the more it will affect the rates,” Jones said.

Federal agents’ power to search without warrant cut back BY DESIREÉ HOOD OF THE MINER

WASHINGTON D.C. – The U.S. Senate voted June 24, to support a package of changes to the comprehensive immigration reform legislation. It included an amendment requiring federal officers to limit searches without a warrant to within 10 miles of the U.S. and Canada border and within 25 miles of the border when conducting vehicle stops. The amendment was authored by U.S. Sens. Patty Murray, DWash., and Patrick Leahy, D-Vt. Currently, the federal agents from Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) can enter private land without a warrant within 25 miles of any international boundary and stop vehicles within 100 miles of the border. According to Pend Oreille County Sheriff Alan Botzheim, this search process has not been an issue for the county. He said last week that he cannot recall a time that this has been used here. CARD OF THANKS Thank you to the many friends of Ralph Kerl in Newport, Oldtown, Priest River, Vay, Priest Lake, Sagle, Down River, Usk, Cusick . . . and the many places that only existed on some county roads someplace where my father chose to work and make his home since 1940. He was never happier than when engaged with you. Ralph lost the love of his life, our mother and his wife, Josephine too early in life. I need to thank my sister Kelly Howe for caring for my father daily since the passing of our mother. Ralph has moved to live with his son Ron in Pocatello, Idaho. Bob Kerl.

“I don’t even know that they have stopped anyone for anything. I have never had a complaint,” Botzheim said. “We have a great partnership with the Border Patrol.” The Border Patrol spokesperson in the Spokane office that manages the border patrol staff in north Pend Oreille County would not comment on pending legislation, but stated that they

are responsible for the laws once they have been put into place. According to the Congressional Research Service, searching vehicles and property is not a violation of the Fourth Amendment, classifying the searches as an “exception” to the rule. The border searches allow customs officials the “…flexibility to inSEE BORDER, 6A

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Kalispel Tribe opens rest area Sev Jones and Kalispel Tribal Cultural Director Francis Cullooyah held an opening ceremony to dedicate the new rest area located just north of Cusick on Highway 20. Future plans include farmer’s markets, an interactive trail showing the history of the Kalispel Tribe and a coffee shop, hopeful to be open in August.

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Join us for an afternoon of cake, coffee and conversation to celebrate Bert Nelson’s 80th Birthday. Feel free to bring stories & photos to share. Sunday, July 14th Newport City Park 2 to 4 pm

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ff highway vehicle enthusiasts and haters shouldn’t get excited yet. Washington’s governor surprised some by signing a law many didn’t know still existed that opened all county roads with speed limits under 35 mph to these vehicles. But what it really will mean when the rubber meets Pend Oreille County gravel is still up for interpretation. County officials were scrambling last week after the signing because it becomes law at the end of July. They had been working on an OHV ordinance but now have to rework it to mesh with the state law. The county also has to address other issues related to having the little motorized vehicles buzzing around the big rigs and other hazards. They also have to get them down parts of state highways, which the state law doesn’t allow. They also need to get some of the OHV vehicle license money that went with the new law. And the county commissioners must also deal with the concerns of those residents that don’t want OHVs running down their quiet rural roads. There is also a strong faction of environmentalists that are working to block the expansion of OHV road systems on Forest Service land. They feel this open county road system will only encourage more OHV trails in the forest. So far there hasn’t been a clear answer for the question of who will enforce the relatively complex laws and keep OHV drivers under control. The commissioners have set some public information meetings as they develop their ordinance and plans. That’s the time for people to express their thoughts. There is really no need to rush this ordinance through; get it right the first time. If they aren’t ready by the end of July pass an ordinance keeping it illegal to ride OHV on county roads until the good ordinance is written. --FJW

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to attend negotiations To the editor: I have attended some of the Newport Hospital District board meetings, staying for the reports and discussion of the salary negotiations for the nurses. What I find troubling about this salary situation is that while the nurses involved in the negotiations attend the meetings to discuss issues, management, in the person of CEO Tom Wilbur, doesn’t show up. How can you consider it a negotiation if you are unwilling to talk with the other party? The conversation must be two-way. I feel that if Mr. Wilbur, for whatever reason, doesn’t attend the negotiation meetings, some of the board members should attend. There are five elected board members. They need to be involved. It is not enough for the board to designate a staff member to negotiate for them and then walk away from their responsibility in this situation. During this last meeting, the board members appeared to be uninvolved and uninformed about the issues and the one-sided meeting situation. This whole issue should have been amicably resolved months ago. Hospital board members: please get this job done. -Paula Greenfield Newport

Vote Dansel for state senator To the editor: As a Ferry County commissioner from 2008 to 2012, I had the good fortune of knowing and working along side Mr. Dansel on a large number of issues affecting the citizens of Ferry County. My political party was different from Brian’s and we didn’t always have the same solution for the county’s problems. However, commissioner Dansel always conducted himself in a professional manner when dealing with different viewpoints on an issue, and always had the best interest of the people of Ferry County at heart. Commissioner Dansel dealt with mandates from state and federal governments with realistic approaches that best served the people of his district. Mr. Dansel has a firm understanding of the lifestyle and

economic challenges facing citizens of northeast Washington. As a coworker of Brian’s, I can attest to the fact he is completely honest in his beliefs, and did his best to live up to his campaign promises. He believes full heartedly in his campaign slogan, “Old Fashion Values and New Ideas.” Brian is fully aware that the future will bring change. It always has and it always will. Mr. Dansel believes in that change, if tempered with common sense and wisdom, can be beneficial. At the same time he knows that some values like honesty, courage and a solid work ethic are basic values that cannot be compromised. I believe Brian will protect our property rights, our right to privacy, and the rights set forth in the second amendment. He is always fully aware that when you are given rights you must also accept responsibilities. Join me in voting for Brian Dansel for state senator. -Robert Heath Inchelium

Women should decide what happens to their bodies To the editor: This is in response from a lady that understands knowing love from the inside out. I have walked the sacred honor path of being a daughter, sister, girlfriend, mom and grandma. I find it oxymoronic of the male species to even begin to understand what those sacred honor paths are about when it comes to feeling life inside them, let alone have an opinion about what a woman should do or not do concerning her honor to be her child’s temporary gateway to life and a lifetime of her eternal love and dedication to her extended love in the world of man. It is truly sacred honor to feel that glorious love from the inside out. How it feels to feel the butterfly wings, the hand touch from the inside out and the stretching out of your baby when she or he wakes up. How sacred that love is eternal because you truly shared all aspects of life giving with that child. My blood and their blood are united

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Pend Oreille County is filled with the scent of lavender as July marks the peak-growing season for this fragrant plant. In the wake of the Lavender Festival, county residents received ideas from the festival on ways to utilize lavender including arts and crafts, cooking and landscaping. With the county residents taking in the sweet, smelly plant, one has to wonder what the best use is for the purple plant. What is your favorite use for lavender?

It’s the leftists that are the problem To the editor: In Mr. Scobby’s opinion last week, he stated, as always, that the Republicans are obstructionists. He alluded to the Texas House debating a bill eliminating the ability to have an abortion of a viable baby after 20 weeks. As always, he exaggerated it by saying Republicans were trying to eliminate all abortions. It is the progressive left, also called by some the Socialist left or by others, the loony left, that want to kill babies, up to and including the actual birth. (See Dr. Gosnell.) They forget to tell you that even little girls as young as 13 can get abortion pills without parental consent. Some of the other things the left wants are leaving our borders open, also they are the ones that want religious rights taken away from us. They also want our economy devastated by forcing Obamacare on us. They are the ones keeping us from energy independence, i.e. fracking, the pipeline, etc. It is the progressive left that has given us Bangazi and killing of our ambassador and three others. It is the progressive left that has given us Fast and Furious (more dead people), and the IRS scandal, the Black Panther intimidation over voters, with no follow up.

Do you think using the EPA and bypassing Congress is the best way to deal with climate change? No, the president isn’t king. Congress must be consulted on something that will have this big an economic impact on the coal industry.

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from the beginnings of life. My blood and their blood are sacred as one. A man of the sea does not walk this path! A man of the sea plants his seed. That’s a man’s input in the initial process of the love creation or the act. Abortion, homicide, justified destruction and murder of innocence is choice for whom? The child seems to always be left out when truly the child is within loving its mom from the inside out. No man knows the sacred honor path of being a gatekeeper. No woman unwilling to take the sacred honor path of being a gatekeeper is the decision she lives with. A child’s heartbeat begins around five weeks from conception and then mom and baby are one for life! -Donna Lands Newport

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Yes, we should have done this years ago. Time is running out. No, the coal will be burned somewhere, it might as well provide family wage jobs in this country. Yes, the corporate controlled Congress will not allow any meaningful legislation to addresses climate change to pass.

It is Harry Reid the Democratic majority leader of the Senate that will not allow any debate or bills to be brought forth on the floor for debate or vote concerning the budget. (Who is doing the obstruction here?) It is the progressive left that has made us feckless and weak throughout the world. Our enemies now do not fear us or respect us, and our friends can’t trust us. Mr. Scobby, just because the Republicans don’t believe the same things as the progressives, does not mean they are obstructionists. In my estimation it just means they are smarter and have more common sense. -Richard Miller Newport

God did bless America To the editor: As I stood in church Sunday trying to sing “God Bless America” I found the words stuck in my throat. Make no mistake, I love my country, and served her faithfully as a U.S. Marine for 20 years. Think of how God has blessed America. We are the most prosperous nation in the history of mankind. Even those Americans who live at the poverty level are among the top 14 percent of the world’s richest individuals. Now consider how Americans have treated God. We’ve removed His commandments from our schools and courthouses, we allow Islam, Buddhist, Hindu, and other religions in our schools as politically correct diversity, yet, don’t you dare mention the name of Jesus in schools. We’ve murdered 60,000,000 of our babies, under the mantra of choice. Homosexual marriage is a disgrace in our state, is taught in our schools as an acceptable alternative lifestyle, and will soon be the law of the land. God’s name is most often heard as a swear/curse word used in vain, rather than used in reverent awe of a mighty God. Why should God bless America when less than 26 percent of us believe He is worth the hour spent in worship at our churches? Why should God bless America when our President has forgotten what God says in Genesis12:3 concerning

His people Israel, “I will bless those who bless you, and curse those who curse you”? Obama’s blatant disrespect of Israel’s prime minister, by refusing to even speak with him, came only a month after hosting a dinner to celebrate the Muslim’s Ramadan. What does that say to Israel’s enemies. Looking at the state of our country, the question shouldn’t be “Why should God bless America,” but why hasn’t God judged America? -Richard P. Roy Newport

Any airport needs to be safe To the editor: Last week the editor stated a need for an airport in Newport. As a pilot and aircraft owner I would be pleased to see a public airport in the Newport area. I keep my plane in a hanger at the Deer Park Airport. It would be very convenient for me to fly out of an airport closer to home. That said, it has to be an airport that is as safe as Deer Park. Priest River and Ione are acceptable airports, which have significant disadvantages for safe takeoffs and landings. A simple landing strip isn’t going to be worth the effort. We need a 5,000-foot main runway aligned to the prevailing winds and at least 3,000 feet of clear space on either end. So you are looking for a section of land around 11,000 feet long and at least 300 feet wide. Then you will need 10 acres or more of additional land for hangers and facilities like a terminal and a fuel depot. If the location has significant cross winds for the main runway, then a second runway is needed to provide landings and takeoffs into the wind. The approaches to the runway should be clear of power lines, towers, trees and buildings. Provisions for snow plowing the runway, lighting for night operations and landing aids are essential for safe flights. A flat valley area that doesn’t have much fog would meet the requirements for a suitable airport. Another consideration would be an airpark concept similar to the Mead airpark. People would have homes off the runway and live at the airport. A combination private/ public ownership would be most

suitable. Our port district would be the ideal agency to build and operate an airport. Just substitute runways for rails. -Pete Scobby Newport

Campaign donation should be explained To the editor: Thanks Gayle Cagianut who spoke to the move by local Republican officials to purchase signs to use for one Republican’s campaign and not another. Is this not a clear endorsement? What depths will they stoop to that would benefit them once they got “their candidate” in power. I too would love to hear an explanation from Republican chairman Norris Boyd or anyone involved in this pathetic idea to spend $1,300 for signs for one candidate when there are other Republicans running. How can any of you think this was appropriate? Step up with an honest explanation or tender a resignation, as we have enough political rubbish in this country. The unfortunate thing is we have so many wonderful people that play by the rules and get ousted by those who choose to do things in a disgraceful manner like this to get “their people” in place. Give taxpayers an explanation and a list of all Republicans that took part in the decision to pay for one candidate and not any another. Each person involved should give their name and tell the taxpayers why they thought this was proper and forthright. If they don’t have the guts to speak up, maybe the Republicans should replace party officials with those that will do the right thing for all candidates. This makes me wonder if we can get an honest answer from anyone in charge of this mess. You have created a huge black eye for the type of campaign you are running. Step up and tell the taxpayers why you chose to shut out other candidates. I would be very careful with your responses as it will be greatly scrutinized by voters. -Mitch Stratton Newport

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Man wanted after fleeing explosive laden vehicle IONE – Pend Oreille County Sheriff deputies are looking for Michael G. Shelly, 32, of Newport, who is a suspect in a recent burglary. Shelly, who was in possession of a stolen Ford F-250 pickup truck, fled on foot near Ione Friday, July 5, after being told he was under arrest, according to a news release from the sheriff’s office. The passenger in the truck, Shawn C. Kendle, 26, of Newport was arrested on an Idaho felony warrant. Items from another recent Ione burglary were found in the back of the stolen pickup. When deputies got a search warrant and searched the truck July 7, in addition to about $3,200

worth of stolen items, they found an improvised explosive device. A bomb squad from Spokane was called to dispose of Shelly the device. While law enforcement officers were looking for Shelly July 5, a red Polaris ATV was reported stolen about a mile away. A short time later, a witness in Ione said Shelly had been in Ione on a red ATV matching the description of the stolen ATV. Shelly said he needed help, as he was running from the cops, according to the press release. Kendle faces charges of

unlawful possession of an explosive device, possession of a stolen vehicle, theft of a motor vehicle, possession of stolen property, residential burglary, possession of burglary tools and making false/misleading statements to a public servant. A warrant for Shelly is being sought for theft of a motor vehicle, possession of stolen property/vehicle, burglary, resisting arrest, and unlawful possession of explosive device. Shelly is 6 feet, 3 inches tall and weighs 210 pounds, with blue eyes and brown hair. People with information about his whereabouts should cal the Pend Oreille County Sheriff’s Office at 509-447-3151 ext. 2.

Consumers should beware of paving scams SPOKANE – There have been reports of an out of state paving company in the Spokane area that might not be doing the work they say they will or for the price they quote. Often these companies scam people by not providing the thickness of pavement agreed upon, take payment and not perform the agreed upon work, and greatly inflate the price of work to be performed. Often times elderly citizens are victimized by these types of

companies. In these traveling paving company scams, these companies usually have trucks with out of state plates and usually do not have proper business licenses for Washington state. If you are contacted by one of these companies you are urged to contact the Better Business Bureau to ensure they are a licensed, legitimate company. The BBB advises homeowners who need paving, asphalt, or concrete work to get sev-

eral estimates from reputable contractors and beware of the following paving scam red flags: door-to-door sales, claims of leftover asphalt from another job, high-pressure tactics, cashonly sales, too good to be true or out of state trucks.

Legislature approves more money for Newport schools BY DON GRONNING OF THE MINER

NEWPORT – Overall, the Newport School District will receive slightly more money from the state for the 2013-14 school year, school board members were told at their regular meeting Monday, July 8. The district’s business manager Tom Crouch said that early information indicated that the district will gain about $63,606 in funding over the next year, despite projecting a 45 student decline in enrollment. The district will get more money in some areas and less in others, he said. The biggest increase – $182,450 – is in the amount of money the district receives for materials, supplies and operating costs. That went from $554 per student to $737, Crouch said. Initially it was thought the MSOC money for its Career Technical Education program would be cut, but that didn’t happen, Crouch said. Instead it was increased to $1,354 per student from $1,299, which will net the district about $4,500. The state also restored a 1.9 percent cut to teacher salaries and a 3 percent cut to administrator salaries. Teachers and administrators didn’t see that money come

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position, Crouch said. Crouch also gave an update on four jobs the district recently posted. The district is looking for someone to be athletic director for both the middle school and high school. That position will teach three periods of health/fitness and spend two periods being an athletic director, with one period left for preparation. Crouch said he expects that position will draw a number of applicants. The position closes July 22. The district is also seeking a teacher to fill in one period a day teaching English. That position will likely be taken up by an existing teacher, Crouch said. The district needs a librarian at the high school for six hours a day. The current librarian received her teaching credentials and is looking for a teaching job, he said. The district is also looking for someone to take a four-day a week counseling position at the middle school. The district will be interviewing for that position July 24, district superintendent Dave Smith said. Smith was attending his first school board meeting as the district superintendent. The board formally approved Smith’s one year, $117,000 contract.

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out of their paychecks, as school board members decided to pay for the cuts with maintenance and operations levy money. That netted the district about $70,000, Crouch said. The biggest loss for next year’s budget will be $225,000 the district won’t receive from the state because of 45 fewer students. The state eliminated funding for the district’s Navigation 101 program, a program that tracks students after they graduate. The district won’t replace that program. Because of federal sequestration – the across the board budget cuts made at the federal level – the district will receive $44,159 less in Title I money. Title I money is funding the district receives because many of the students come from low-income families. Sequestration is also the reason federal special education funding was cut by nearly $20,000. The district will also pay more to fund a four-day a week counseling position at the middle school. Because of changes to the state program, money from the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction that went to fund part of the counseling position will go to another district. The Newport School District will have to pay an additional $23,908 to fund the

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Death with Dignity Act report shows 121 people participated A total of 376 terminally ill adults have received medication since law passed in 2009 OLYMPIA – The state’s fourth annual Death with Dignity Act report released last week shows that 104 people who were dispensed lethal doses of medication in 2012 are known to have died. The report confirms at least 83 of the participants died after taking the medication in 2012, when 121 people

in Washington requested and received the medication. Death with Dignity participants who died in 2012 were between the ages of 35 and 95. More than 90 percent lived west of the Cascades. Most had cancer. As in previous years, many of the patients who received medication told prescribing physicians about concern over loss of autonomy as a reason for participating.

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According to the report by the Washington State Department of Health, the 121 prescriptions were written by 87 different physicians and dispensed by 30 different pharmacists. The report covers Jan. 1 to Dec. 31, 2012. Participation increased 17 percent in 2012 from 2011. Since the 2009 law was passed, 376 terminally ill adults have received medication in the state.

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spect incoming individuals and their belongings and to interdict incoming contraband without having to inform a magistrate before the search.” This amendment ensures the border patrol has the tools needed to stop smuggling and organized crime while providing important protections to communities near the northern border in Washington state and across America, according to a press release issued by Murray. Sen. Murray feels that common sense is crucial to the new legislation. “This amendment injects common sense reforms that are badly needed, helps law enforcement focus on real issues and threats at our border, and protects Washingtonians’ civil rights,” Sen. Murray said. “For years the border patrol has set up checkpoints that disrupt commerce and hassle residents. This amendment provides our federal officers the tools they need to keep our border safe while also focusing our Custom and Border Patrol agents on their mission near the border.” Sen. Leahy said, “The wide latitude in current law for setting up checkpoints far from our borders has led to maximum hassles of law-abiding local residents, with minimal value to border enforcement. In Vermont it is easy for anyone who crossed the border 100 miles back to avoid these checkpoints simply by using any of the many other roads that bypass the checkpoints. This is an intrusive practice for local residents, subjecting Vermonters to needless and pointless delays and questioning. It simply is not a productive use of border enforcement dollars. The wide leeway for crossing private property without permission or warrants is also excessive, and it should be limited.”

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SPIRIT LAKE – Pawsitive Outreach Spay/Neuter Alliance, (POSNA) in partnership with Timber Lake Litter Control (TLC) in Spirit Lake is offering an affordable spay/ neuter clinic to low income cat owners Thursday, July 18. The cost for either a male or female cat is $25, and transportation to and from the clinic is provided. Dog owners can also call for information about the upcoming canine clinic. The price for dogs is based on their weight, and starts at $40 for small dogs. The date for

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Filmmakers reel out for questions METALINE FALLS – The Cutter Theatre is hosting the Selkirk International Film Festival Thursday, Aug. 1 at 7 p.m. highlighting locally and regionally produced films from the U.S. and Canada. The fourth annual festival costs $5. Beer, wine and refreshments will be available. Local filmmaker Vince O’Connell will be attending the

event to show his film, “Dog Heaven,” and local filmmaker Kathy Swanson will be there with her short film, “Sam, a man in search of the perfect breakfast.” Most filmmakers will be on hand to answer questions after the shows. For more information, contact selkirkfilmfestical@yahoo.com or call 509-446-4108.

Pastor Mike Smith will give his first sermon Sunday, July 21 at 11 a.m. at the Ione Baptist Church. Church staff invites everyone to join in welcoming the new pastor and his family.

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SUNDAY, JULY 14 Tiger Museum Open: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. - State Routes 20 and 31 Boundary Dam Tours: 10:30 a.m., Noon, 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. Boundary Dam Road MONDAY, JULY 15 Boundary Dam Tours: 10:30 a.m., Noon, 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. Boundary Dam Road Story Time: 10:30 a.m. - Metalines Library Selkirk School Board: 6 p.m. - Selkirk Middle/High School Music Room TUESDAY, JULY 16 Story Time: 11 a.m. - Ione Library Book Discussion Group: 4-5 p.m. - Ione Library North Pend Oreille Valley Lions: 7 p.m. - Lions Train Depot in Ione WEDNESDAY, JULY 17 Tiger Museum Open: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. - State Routes 20 and 31 Story Time: 10:30 a.m. - Metalines Library Basic Computer Class: 11 a.m. to Noon - Ione Library, Call 509-442-3030 For Reservations Commissioner Kiss Office Hours: 3-6:45 p.m. - Ione Library Weight Watchers: 6 p.m. Weigh in 6:30-7 p.m. meeting - Ione Catholic Church Ione Town Council: 7 p.m. Clerk’s Office

City approves two annexations PRIEST RIVER – The Priest River city council approved two annexations during its regular meeting Monday, July 1. Public hearings were held prior to the regular meeting on the two properties. The council approved the annexation of six acres in the Priest River Industrial Park, located off Bodie Canyon Road, west of town. The industrial park is already within the city limits, but the Priest River Development Corporation, which owns and operates the park, recently purchased more land to expand the park. The new property was annexed into the city

for water and sewer hookups. One written public comment was received for the hearing, speaking in favor of the annexation. The council also approved the annex of 8.7 acres on Highway 2, located at the intersection with Bodie Canyon Road. The vacant property is owned by the Merritt Family, which has plans to build a community center. The lot has stood vacant and last year some rock landscaping was done and grass seed planted. There were no public comments regaring the request by Merritt Town Hall, LLC.

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New Baptist Pastor moves to Ione IONE – The Ione Baptist Church in North Pend Oreille Valley will welcome senior pastor Mike Smith and his wife Audrey to the town of Ione. The Smith’s recently moved from Mount Vernon, Wash.

to Akers, the festival saw an increase in spending from last year by 16.6 percent. “People were carrying stuff out and shopping, which is what we want to see,” Akers said. “Every person was thrilled and the ambiance was good.”

IONE – The North Pend Oreille Valley (NPOV) Lions Club will be starting the train engine and taking guests on scenic rides across Box Canyon Dam, turning around in Metaline Falls during six different weekends throughout the rest of the year. The fundraiser rides start during Down River Days in Ione, July 27-28. Rides take place during the north county’s other community celebration, Affair on Main Street, Labor Day weekend Aug. 31 and Sept. 1. They also offer rides on four consecutive weekends during peak autumn colors from Oct. 5 through Oct. 27.

The great pumpkin ride is held the last trainride weekend, Oct. 26-27, and features seasonal decorations, treats and costumed hosts. Passengers are also encouraged to wear costumes. The train travels over a 1910 trestle with views of Box Canyon Dam, through two tunnels – one of which is 810 feet in length – crossing the Pend Oreille River at scenic Box Canyon Dam and winds along cliffs 100 feet above the river. At the reversing point, riders usually encounter “train robbers” who volunteer in Wild West period costumes. Proceeds from the robberies benefits the

Ione streets need some work IONE – The Ione town council will be holding a public hearing Wednesday, July 17, at 7:10 p.m. at the Ione Council Chambers, 112 Central Ave., to allow for public comment on the adoption of the six-year street plan that the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) requires towns to have. Meeting participants will be shown the draft plan of what areas are likely to need work in the coming years. According to Councilman Donald Fowell, Houghton Street has been under construction

and is part of this plan. It will be removed once paving has been completed. Other streets that need work in Ione include First Avenue, Railroad, parts of Blackwell and Main needs to be resurfaced. Getting grant money is essential to starting work on any projects listed in the plan, but there are often stipulations on how the money can be spent. Main arterial roads usually see the money first, and the secondary roads get fixed if the budget remains to do so. “It is harder to get money for non-arterial roads,” Fowell said.

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he hit a cell wall. The hand wasn’t broken and there were no major injuries, Botzheim said. In addition to the disruptive prisoner, Botzheim said the heat contributed to the unease. “It was a very hot day,” Botzheim said. “The heating and cooling system doesn’t do well on the weekend because the jail shares the system with the courthouse.” When the air conditioning in the courthouse is turned off over the weekend, the jail gets hotter. The jail is normally staffed with two corrections officers, as it was Sunday. But since the shutoff valves to the water were located in individual cells, including a six-person cell, guards couldn’t safely enter to turn off the water, Botzheim said. As the situation worsened, deputies and other corrections officers were called in, Botzheim said. It took about four hours to calm the situation down, he said. Jailers only have one restraint chair to hold a disruptive prisoner, Botzheim said. So a decision was made to send one of the prisoners that was instigating the disruption – Thomas David Gillock – to the Ferry County jail in Republic. Botzheim said that jail policies he

implemented to do away with television, keep prisoners locked down 23 out of 24 hours a day and a change to frozen meals did not have anything to do with the disruption. In a May 28 letter to The Miner, inmate Cole Healy wrote that prisoners were being treated “as a sub-human being.” Healy said that the change to frozen meals didn’t save much money and didn’t provide prisoners enough to eat. He also said prisoners were not getting medical care in a timely manner. “All the new changes are doing is placing more (and undue) stress on men and women who quite frankly cannot deal with anymore,” he wrote. In the end, 10 prisoners ended up with new charges after Sunday’s incident, including two who would have been released Monday, Botzheim said. Those charged included: Bays, 29, charged with prison riot, malicious mischief and fourth degree assault; Richard Deon Smith, 27, charged with prison riot; Krisstarah T. Bennett, 22, charged with prison riot and malicious mischief; Jerry L. McIntosh, 22, charged with prison riot and malicious mischief; Gillock, 20, charged with prison riot and malicious mischief; Justin M. Meckler, 21, charged with prison riot and malicious mischief; Robert

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BR I E FLY Golf tournament benefits animal rescue PRIEST RIVER – A golf tournament to benefit the Priest River Animal Rescue is set for Saturday, July 20, at the Ranch Club. All proceeds benefit shelter pets taken in Priest River, Newport and surrounding areas. The 18-hole scramble begins at 10 a.m. with four-person teams of men, women or mixed. The cost is $35, which includes golf, pizza, beer and prizes. The cost does not include a cart. Reserve one early if you need it. Call Cahty at 208-448-2548 or Dennis at 208-448-1731 to sign up.

Kalispels offers free fun run USK – The Kalispel Tribe is hosting the Kalispel Powwow Fun Run Saturday, Aug. 3 at 9 a.m. The two-mile race is free, however, T-shirts are on a first come first serve basis so they ask participants to register early. The fun run is part of the 39th annual Powwow, held on the Kalispel Indian Reservation Aug. 2-4. For more information on the event or to get registration forms, call 509-671-1698. Completed forms can be returned to Carrie Johnson at the Kalispel Tribe Fire Department, Tribal headquarters, or mailed to P.O. Box 39, Usk, WA 99180.

Golf tournament raises money for Hospice PRIEST RIVER – The Bonner County Hospice Memorial Golf Tournament held Saturday, June 29, raised more than $3,500 to benefit Bonner County Hospice. The annual tournament was held at the Ranch Club Golf Course in Priest River. First place went to Dave Stevens, Denny Shafer, Sonja Brisboy and Russ Brisboy. Second place went to Bob Tortoricci, Jeanne Tortoricci, Eric Slinger and Jaime Slinger. Coming in third were Rick Wilmot, Sara Wilmot, Paul Wilmot and Eric Wait and fourth place was Ray Saccomanno, Tonda Saccomanno, Russ Nunley and Gary Guinn. Tom Pagoulatos had the men’s longest drive and Janice Gibler had the women’s longest drive. Sean Fitzpatrick and Sonja Brisboy had the longest men’s and women’s putt, respectively. Brisboy also had the women’s closest to the pin shot, and Dave Stevens shot the same for the men.

Commission to consider fall Chinook season BOISE – Based on a strong fall Chinook run forecast, Idaho Fish and Game will present a proposed fall Chinook fishing season to the Idaho Fish and Game Commission this week. Fishery managers propose Chinook salmon fishing seasons on parts of the Snake, Clearwater and Salmon rivers that would open Sept. 1. The Clearwater River, from its mouth upstream to Memorial Bridge; and the Salmon River, from its mouth upstream about three-fourths of a mile to Eye of the Needle Rapids, would be open from Sept. 1 until further notice or Oct. 31, whichever comes first. The Snake River, from the Washington-Idaho border to Hells Canyon Dam, would be open from Sept. 1 until further notice or Nov. 17, whichever comes first. Commissioners will meet July 10-11 in Pocatello. A public hearing will start at 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 10, at the Clarion Inn. The commission usually holds a public hearing in conjunction with each regular meeting. Members of the public who want to address the commission on any topic having to do with Fish and Game business may do so at the public hearing. All testimony will be taken into consideration when the commission makes decisions on agenda items at the meetings. Commissioners also will hear an update on the negotiated rule-making process, required by recent changes in state law.

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Local player helps claim championship Jacob Kirkwood of Newport and his baseball team, the Spokane Valley Toros, went 6-0 to claim the 11 and under championship at the Best in the Northwest tournament held in Spokane recently. The Toros pushed through a tough field of competition to face the west Seattle all-stars who they defeated 3-2 in the championship game.

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Governor appoints new Fish and Game commissioner for Panhandle BOISE – Gov. C.L. “Butch” Otter announced the appointments of a northern Idaho lumber company owner and a south-central Idaho aviation company owner to the Idaho Fish and Game Commission. Brad Corkill, owner of Whiteman Lumber Co. in Cataldo, will represent the Idaho Department of Fish and Game’s Region 1 on the seven-member Fish and Game Commission. He succeeds Tony McDermott of Sagle, whose term expired June 30. Corkill has a bachelor’s degree in forest engineering. He previously served on both the St. Maries School Board and the Kellogg School Board, and was a member and past president of the Shoshone Medical Center Foundation. Mark Doerr of Kimberly, owner of Precision Aviation Inc. in Twin Falls, will represent

way for women to get involved in athletics at the college level, but we still don’t do enough to ensure that girls of all ages have equal opportunities to get involved in sports,” said Sen. Patty Murray, DWash, who authored the amendment. Currently, colleges and universities are required to report information on opportunities for women to participate in athletic programs, but there are no federal requirements for elementary and secondary schools to do the same. “We know that girls who play

sports live healthier lives and succeed in the classroom and their careers, and there’s no reason they shouldn’t have the chance to get involved with sports at an early age,” she added. This amendment is designed to shine a light on the gap between access to, funding for, and quality of sports programs for girls and boys from Kindergarten through high school by compelling elementary and secondary schools to make information regarding their sports programs public, including participation and funding levels.

Region 4, covering southern Idaho’s Magic Valley. Doerr, a pilot and flight instructor, succeeds Joan Hurlock of Buhl, who was appointed in June 2012. The Idaho Senate failed to confirm her last winter. Doerr has a bachelor’s degree in aviation. He is active in the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association and the Idaho Aviation Association. Both men are avid sportsmen. “I’ve been a lifelong hunter and fisherman, and I want to make sure my grandchildren have as good a quality of hunt as I do right now. That’s my mission and that’s my goal,” Corkill said. “I do not enter the position with an agenda but rather to continue what I see as the quality stewardship and management of the state’s fish and game,” Doerr said.

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Schools may be required to report opportunities for girls to participate in sports WASHINGTON, D.C. – An amendment to Title 9 federal laws would require elementary and high schools to report ways they ensure girls have equal opportunities to participate in sports The amendment to the 1972 law was adopted as part of a major U.S. Senate education overhaul. It passed in the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee’s markup of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act June 12. “Forty years ago, Congress passed Title IX and paved the

COEUR D’ALENE – Looking for new places to go fishing? An updated Idaho Fishing and Boating Access Guide with a list of access sites is now available. The print version is available at Fish and Game offices around the state. An online interactive map can found in the Fishing Planner on the Fish and Game website: http:// fishandgame.idaho.gov/ifwis/

fishingplanner/access/index. html. The guide includes regional maps of fishing and boating access sites. It lists alphabetically access locations owned or managed by Idaho Fish and Game. Listings include available amenities and special access features, such as boat ramps, docks, restrooms, camping and ADA fishing access.

Fishing on Lake Roosevelt? Choose your fish wisely BY LIZ CARR WASHINGTON STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

OLYMPIA – Fishing is part of our way of life, and fish are a delicious and nutritious part of a healthy diet. Yet testing shows certain fish from the Upper Columbia River and Lake Roosevelt contain chemicals (mercury and PCBs) that can harm health. While some species have high levels of chemicals, other species are much lower. The chemicals are of greatest concern for babies and children. Women who are or might become pregnant, nursing mothers, and children should carefully follow the state’s meal recommendations to avoid or reduce exposure. Choosing fish low in contaminants allows people to enjoy eating fish and get its important health benefits. Kokanee, rainbow trout, and lake whitefish are the best options from Grand Coulee Dam to the Canada border; they can be safely eaten two to three times a week. Walleye, burbot, longnose sucker, mountain whitefish, and smallmouth bass are also good choices but should be limited to one meal a week. People who aren’t in a high risk group can safely eat three times the amount recommended for all species of fish listed in this advisory. The Washington State Department of Health has been working with many partners to develop clear advice for choosing the healthiest fish and let people know which species should be eaten in moderation or avoided. The group includes federal, state and local agencies, the Spokane Tribe and the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation, Citizens for a Clean Columbia, the Lake Roosevelt Forum, and local public health agencies. The group used fish consumption advisory recommendations to create new, easy-to-read signs and

handouts that are being posted and handed out at tribal and federal boat launches, campgrounds, local businesses, and local public health agencies along the stretch of river covered by this advisory. The complete Upper Columbia

River (Lake Roosevelt) Fish Consumption Advisory is available on the Department of Health website at doh.wa.gov/fish, or by calling tollfree 1-877-485-7316. A fish guide for grocery shopping or ordering fish at restaurants is also available.

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Future Grizzlies learn volleyball skills KayCee Pack working on setting skills at the recent volleyball camp at Newport High School. Newport coaches put on a summer camp, including head coach Kaprina Goodwin, Lori Stratton, Alisa Vaugh, Karen Kolar and players from the high school varsity and junior varsity teams.

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BR I E FLY Learn to knit fairly NEWPORT – Lori Mae will be instructing a class on the introduction to fair isle knitting, Saturday, July 13 from 1:30-3:30 p.m. at the Create Arts Center in Newport. Fair isle knitting is using two colors of yarn to create the pattern. Participants will be learning to make a twotone hat during the class.

Learn basics to watercolors NEWPORT – Shirley Bird Wright, certified terry madden instructor, is holding a monthly watercolor art class Friday, July 19 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., where attendees can learn the basics of the art and create something new with a touch of creativity. The class, held at the Create Arts Center in Newport, costs $35 plus supplies. Participants need to purchase brushes, paint and Arches Watercolor 140 pound paper. Supplies will be available for purchase at the class. The class meets the third Friday each month. Beginners and advanced artists are encouraged to attend to share, experiment and have fun learning a new form of art. Wright holds a visual media degree that helps her with her artwork and she will provide demonstrations, hands on work and one-onone advice.

Share your life events for free NEWPORT – The Newport and Gem State Miner Newspapers are looking to share your life events with the community. Submit births, weddings and engagements to The Miner for publication at no charge. The Miner can be reached at 509-447-2433, minernews@povn.com or visit www.pendoreillerivervalley. com online, or stop by the office at 421 S. Spokane in Newport.

Play auditions set for July 15-16 NEWPORT – Auditions for “The Importance of Being Earnest” will be held Monday and Tuesday, July 15-16 at the Pend Oreille Playhouse in Newport starting at 6:30 p.m. The playhouse is located at 240 N. Union Ave. in Newport. People auditioning are required to deliver a one or two minute monologue and be prepared to cold read from the script. Since the play takes place in the late 1800s in England, accents are a must. Rehearsals will begin July 22, and performances are the second through fourth weekend in September. Nine actors are sought, including five men and four women, ranging in age from early 20s to over 50. Characters include: Jack Worthing, a male who needs to appear 29; Algernon Moncrieff, a mid-to-late 20s man; Gwendolen Fairfax, a woman in her early 20s; Cecily Cardew, a female in her late teens to early 20s; Lady Bracknell, a woman 45 or older; Miss Prism, a female 45 or older; Rev. Dr. Chasuble, a man 45 or older; Lane, a man who must appear over 30 and Merriman, a man who must appear over 50. People who want to audition but can’t attend July 15 or 16 are asked to call director Gail Cory-Betz at 509-447-2750.

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NEWPORT – Jeff and Monica Steck of Newport announced the engagement of their son, Alaric Justin Lowe (AJ) to Jasilyn Mae Binstock, daughter of Monte and Crystal Binstock of Mandan, N.D. Lowe is a graduate of Newport High School and the University of Mary. Binstock is a graduate of Mandan High School and The Hair Academy. A wedding date is set for July 26 in Mandan, N.D. After a honeymoon in St. Maarten, the couple will reside in New Jersey.

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NEWPORT – The Pend Oreille Historical Society is showcasing an old 1900s family sawmill at the museum in Newport, giving residents a chance to see up close the large inlaid teeth of a circular saw and log carriage. Family sawmills are an important part of this region’s history. In the 1930s, the timber industry influenced the lives of most people here. Calvin Clark, a Montana resident and World War I veteran, moved to Pend Oreille County and built a small family operated sawmill in the Deer Valley area. Originally powered by steam until the 1960s, the Clark Family Sawmill survived the depression years in the 30s, harsh and cold winters to produce thousands of feet of lumber for homes, barns and other Newport area businesses. Some of the lumber is still part of houses on Circle Drive in Newport, Diamond Lake and farms around the area. After the 1960s, the sawmill was powered by electricity and orders came in by phone instead of word of mouth as the family installed a telephone. According to Faith McClenny, one of Clark’s five children, the family cut some of the beams and planks that were used for building the Usk Bridge in the mid 1960s. “The family really rejoiced when they received a $1,000 check for that project,” McClenny said. She is an active volunteer and researcher at the museum. The sawmill was originally run with a carriage system where a log was placed on a log carriage that ran on tracks and a cable attached to it would pull the log through the saw and cut the board. Other saws would cut the plank to length or into smaller boards.

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President elect Duane Becker stands with the sawmill equipment that the Clark family has donated to the museum. The equipment sits at the back corner of the almost four acre property.

It would take a skilled operator to run the carriage mill and keep it running. The giant saw blade with dozens of chisel like teeth needed to be sharp. The blade would have to rotate at just the right speeds to keep the blade cutting straight. Technology has gained momentum in the industry since then and Clark saw many improvements in the sawmill industry before his passing in 1975. He watched diesel powered skidders take over from hay powered horses and chain saws became smaller and more user friendly replacing the man powered crosscut saws. After he passed, his son David Clark took over running the small family sawmill until 2010. After the land was divided among the family or sold off in parcels, the Clark family decided

to donate the large circular saw, log carriage, planner bought from the Dalkena Lumber Company and a re-saw to the Pend Oreille County Historic Society and Museum. The exhibit will be set up to show people how this process works but will not be turned on because of the cost of electricity and the potential liability. The blade is “very large with set in teeth,” McClenny said. The operator would stand near the exposed blade as it turned pulling the control that sent the carriage back and forth. He also pulled a control that moved the log on the carriage to set the thickness of the cut. The logs had to be turned by hand on the carriage as the log was squared up. The planner that came from Dalkena Lumber Company is more than 100 years old and

some would call that antique. This would take the rough boards and plane them smooth. However, according to McClenny, the equipment is over 80 years old and only valuable to a sawmill or a collector. The machinery was moved to the museum in the middle of June by Newport Equipment and will be displayed on the back part of the museum grounds outdoors. According to McClenny, volunteers at the museum are working on a building to cover the machinery. “Looking back,” McClenny said, “it is a miracle that none of us ever had an accident or injury from working around axes, saws and running machinery.” Editor’s note: Much of this information was supplied by Faith McClenny of the Pend Oreille County Historical Society.

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Book signing for homeless teenagers NEWPORT – Local author Thubten Chodron will read from her book, “Don’t Believe Everything You Think,” in her internationally known, humorous style, Friday, July 19 at 7 p.m. at the Create Arts Center. The book is filled with practical wisdom for letting go of hopelessness, blame and self-deprecation. It also offers possibilities for reenvisioning life. Books are available by donation. All proceeds and donations will benefit the Youth Emergency Services, a non-profit organization that supports homeless teenagers in Pend Oreille County. Chodron encourages all to attend for a thought provoking discussion that can benefit everyone and contribute to a good cause. For more information, contact office.sravasti@ gmail.com or call 509-447-5549.

One-act comedies take stage in Newport NEWPORT – The Pend Oreille Players will hold the fourth annual One Act Play Festival Friday, July 12 and Saturday, July 13 at 7 p.m. at the Pend Oreille Playhouse Community Theatre, 240 N. Union Ave., Newport. Tickets cost $10 in advance or $12 at the door for adults, $5 for students. Tickets are available at the Playhouse or online at www. pendoreilleplayers.org. The Pend Oreille Players Association receives scripts from playwrights all across the U.S. and Canada for this event. Plays are selected for production through a blind reading process. The audience is encouraged to cast their vote each night for their favorite plays and actors, and awards will be presented on Saturday following the final play. For more information, contact 509-671-3389. These five original one-act comedies will be presented both nights. • “POOF!” written by Russell Weeks of Seattle, Wash. Directed by Millie Brumbaugh and featuring Nina Pletsch, Deana Hayes and Maxine Barber. Ever wonder about those Fairy Godmothers? Just what are the credentials for a Fairy Godmother and what kind of training does this require anyway? Well, “Poof!” is the behind-the-scenes story of Cinderella’s Fairy Godmother and how she got her start. • “The Pub Menagerie” written by Tim Scheurer of Westerville, Ohio. Directed by Clerisa Hunter and featuring Laura Stuivenga, Bill Betz, Lucas Cooper, Noma Hunter and Clerisa Hunter. Valentine’s Day is just around the corner but Jack seems destined to watch it pass by alone and unloved. This, in spite of the best efforts of his friend and pater familias, Ben, a Minnesota native,

whose own rather un-romantic approach to the occasion doesn’t inspire confidence. But hope may still be alive with the appearance of an aging Southern Belle, Amanda, who bears an eerie similarity to a Tennessee Williams heroine and who is in quest of a “gentleman caller” for her daughter, Lauren. • “Audition” written by Jeff Sult of Valley Stream, N.Y. Directed by Gail Cory-Betz and featuring Miriam Robinson, Ron Ragone, Chris Herron and William Eich. The Second Senator from Shakespeare’s play Cymbeline auditions for the Acme Theater Company. The Second Senator is the smallest scripted role in the Shakespeare canon. He only says one word, “Ay” (pronounced I). During the audition, he quickly becomes the director’s lover, confidante and coconspirator in her scheme to take over artistic control of the Acme Theater. • “Mom’s Coming for Christmas” written by John Franceschini of Irvine, Calif. Directed by Danny Litowitz and featuring Noma Hunter, Mike Hunter, Gail Cory-Betz and Danny Litowitz. Fred dreads the pending Christmas visit of his recently widowed, antagonistic mother-in-law. But to his relief, she announces a surprise visit, the sale of her home and relocation to Florida. Things couldn’t be better, but his friend Nicky, a self appointed gigolo, plans to con the mother-in-law out of some of her late husband’s life insurance settlement. Fred must decide whether to let matters play out or warn his nemesis motherin-law about Nicky’s intentions. • “Dog Fight” written by Donna Barkman of Ossining, N.Y. Directed by Chris Demlow and

featuring Terri Ann Hedtke and Diane Karg. Two elderly sisters sit in the park

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observing the actions at a nearby dog run. One of them yearns to have a dog, while the other lists

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

REAL LIFE MINISTRIES

“Where Jesus and Real Life Meet.” Worship Time: Sunday 10:30 a.m. at the Newport High School Real Life Ministries office, 420 4th St. Newport, WA - Office Phone: (509) 447-2164 or Toll Free (877) 997-1200

PINE RIDGE COMMUNITY CHURCH

1428 1st Street West Sunday School ~ 9:15 a.m. Morning Worship ~ 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays: Girls Club, ages 9 to 12, 5:30 to 7:00 pm Soul’d Out Youth, ages 13 thru 19, 6:00 pm Pastor Mitch McGhee 447-3265

DALKENA COMMUNITY CHURCH • VILLAGE MISSIONS 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.com

Community Church Directory CATHOLIC MASSES

Newport: St. Anthony’s, 447-4231 612 W. First St., Sun. - 11 a.m. Saturday evening - 7 p.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

Diamond Lake Church 326002 Hwy. 2, West of Newport Head Elder Dale French, (509) 447-4565 Newport Church - Corner of Lilac Lane & Hwy. 20 North Pastor Ron Fleck (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

her objections. Their argument leads to memories of a childhood pet and to an amicable agreement. SPRING VALLEY MENNONITE CHURCH

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

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

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

NEWPORT SOUTHERN BAPTIST CHURCH

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.

AMERICAN LUTHERAN CHURCH E.L.C.A.

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

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|| O B I T UA R I E S || Charles G. Duffy Priest River

Charles G. Duffy of Priest River passed away June 27. He was 78. Mr. Duffy was born in Spokane June 1, 1935. He served in Duffy both the Korean and Vietnam Wars, serving in the U.S. Marine Corp, and later retired from the Navy as a Commander. Survivors include his wife of 28 years, Jolene, and seven children. A gathering will be held at the Fays Lounge, at the Riverbank Restaurant in Oldtown July 21 from 2-4 p.m. Join Jolene and friends in saying goodbye to a wonderful person, family said. Sherman-Knapp Funeral Home of Priest River is in charge of arrangements. Family and friends are invited to sign the online guestbook at www.sherman-knapp.com.

|| PUBLIC || MEETINGS WEDNESDAY, JULY 10 Pend Oreille Cemetery No. 1: 8:15 a.m. - County Courthouse in Newport Pend Oreille Conservation District Board: 9:30 a.m. - Newport Post Office Building West Bonner County School Board Annual Meeting: 6 p.m. - District Office, Priest River Bonner County Democrats: 6:30-8 p.m. - Panhandle Health, 322 Marion St., Sandpoint Metaline Town Council: 7 p.m. Metaline Town Hall Sacheen Lake Sewer and Water District Board: 7 p.m. - Sacheen Fire Station, Highway 211 THURSDAY, JULY 11 Bonner County Planning and Zoning Commission Hearing: 5 p.m. - Bonner County Administrative Building, Sandpoint SATURDAY, JULY 13 Pend Oreille County Democrats Picnic: 1 p.m. - Ione MONDAY, JULY 15 Pend Oreille County Commissioners: 9 a.m. - Pend Oreille County Courthouse Lenora Water and Sewer District: 10 a.m. - Skookum Rendezvous Lodge Selkirk School Board: 6 p.m. Selkirk Middle/High School Music Room Newport City Council: 6 p.m. Newport City Hall Priest River City Council: 6 p.m. Priest River City Hall Pend Oreille Fire District No. 8 Board: 7 p.m. - Fire Station at Spring Valley and Tweedie Roads TUESDAY, JULY 16 Pend Oreille PUD Commissioners: 8 a.m. - Newport PUD Offices Bonner County Commissioners: 8:45 a.m. - Bonner County Administrative Building Pend Oreille County Commissioners: 9 a.m. - Pend Oreille County Courthouse Cusick School Board: 3:30 p.m. Cusick High School Library Property Rights Council: 6:30 p.m. - Bonner County Administration Building, Sandpoint West Pend Oreille Fire District Board: 6:30 p.m. - Fire Station on Highway 57 WEDNESDAY, JULY 17 Primary Ballots Mailed Out: Pend Oreille County Pend Oreille Economic Development Council: 8:30 a.m. - Various Locations Diamond Lake Water and Sewer District Board: 10 a.m. - District Office Pend Oreille County Park Board: 2 p.m. - Cusick Community Center Fire District No. 4 Commissioners: 6 p.m. - Dalkena Fire Station Ione Town Council: 7 p.m. - Clerk’s Office

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.

PEND OREILLE COUNTY Monday, July 1 JUVENILE PROBLEM – W. 2nd St., report that 3-year-old male walked away from his residence. THEFT – S. Washington Ave., Newport, report that Chevy pickup was taken. ERRATIC DRIVER – Hwy. 20, report of Ford Explorer driving into oncoming traffic. SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES – Hwy. 2, respondent believes there is rapid gunfire coming from her property. TRAFFIC OFFENSE – W. Walnut St., Newport, complainant states there are vehicles parked in the handicapped parking spaces without permits. THEFT – Deeter Rd., reported theft of items. ARREST – Skookum Meadow Drive, Justin Dwight Dobson, 27, of Newport was arrested for fourth degree assault domestic violence, malicious harassment and resisting arrest. THREATENING – Jorgens Rd., report of male suspect threatening to kill female. TRESPASSING – LeClerc Rd. S., report that two vehicles parked on the county right away and subjects walked across complainant’s property to get to river. SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCE – S. Washington Ave., Newport, report of subject running from business. Tuesday, July 2 FRAUD – W. 1st St., respondent reports receiving phone calls asking for personal information. HARASSMENT – Hwy. 2, report that subject is being harassed by phone. WANTED PERSON – N. Fea Ave., Newport, report of wanted subject on property. ARREST – S. Garden Ave., Newport, Sampson Standing Bear Pagaling, 28, of Newport was arrested on a local warrant. SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES – W. Walnut St., Newport, report of station wagon parked where there is no parking. THEFT – Coyote Trail Rd., reported theft of vehicle parts. DRUGS MARIJUANA – LeClerc Rd. N., report of drugs. FIREWORKS – Bead Lake Rd., report of campers letting off fireworks. SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES – Hwy. 20, report of suspicious vehicle in complainant’s driveway. SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES – S. Shore Diamond Lake, complainant believes someone tried breaking into their cabin. BOAT INSPECTION – Diamond Lake, multiple boat inspections. HARASSMENT – Calicoma Rd., report of subjects on 4-wheelers with no helmets and speeding. DOMESTIC VIOLENCE – Elmers Loop, respondent can hear yelling for help. FIREWORKS – E. Joyner Drive, report that neighbors shot fireworks at complainant’s window. SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES – Monumental Way, Cusick, report of male yelling and screaming pacing around and hitting the fence with a stick. ARREST – Michele Leigh Springsteen, 45, of Newport was arrested on a warrant. Wednesday, July 3 FOUND PROPERTY – Telephone Rd.

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E., report of wallet found by road crew. RECOVERED VEHICLE – Fan Lake Rd., report of motorcycle previously reported stolen found on owner’s property. SUPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCE – Marshall Lake, report of subjects in the way of logging activity. ARREST – S. Garden Ave., Newport, David J. Lopez, 38, of Newport was arrested on a Department of Corrections detainer. ASSAULT – Newport Area, report of assault. ARREST – Roxanne M. Perry, 49, of Newport was arrested on a warrant. ACCIDENT – Hwy. 211, report of motorcycle accident. ERRATIC DRIVER – LeClerc Rd. S., report of vehicle unable to maintain lane travel. RUNAWAY JUVENILE – Spokane County, report of runaway juvenile that lives in Pend Oreille County. ACCIDENT – N. Union Ave., Newport, report that vehicle hit streetlight. ILLEGAL BURNING – Sunnyside Drive, report that complainant’s neighbor is burning behind their shed. TRESPASSING – W. Walnut St., Newport, report of trespassed subject in area. ASSAULT – S. Union Ave., Newport, report of assault with two males rolling on the ground. TRESPASSING – Finnila Drive, report of subjects refusing to leave hiding in the bushes. SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES – Blackwell St., report that back door is open to building. FIREWORKS – Regal Rd., report that neighbors have been shooting off illegal fireworks for 30 minutes. SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES – Winchester St., caller stated they needed services, bad cell phone connection. SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES – Finnila Drive, complainant reports he saw someone leaving his shed, believers it was the neighbor. Thursday, July 4 SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES – Fox Lane, report of subjects in a tent on private property. SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES – Spring Valley Rd., report that vehicle is stuck in the ditch and no one is around. THEFT – S. Newport Ave., report of vehicles stolen from the area. ACCIDENT – Hwy. 2, report of single vehicle rollover, possible head injuries. ERRATIC DRIVER – Coyote Trail Rd., report of vehicle that cannot maintain lane travel. FIREWORKS – Yocum Lake Rd., report of subjects throwing illegal firecrackers at vehicles and other campers. ERRATIC DRIVER – Hwy. 211, report of vehicle crossing center lanes and fog line. AGENCY ASSIST – Deeter Rd., recovery of four or five stolen vehicles reported. MALICIOUS MISCHIEF – Deer Valley Rd., report of mailbox blown up. ACCIDENT – Hwy. 211, report of two vehicle accident, no injuries. ARREST – W. 5th St., Kristarah T. Bennett, 22, of Newport, was arrested on a local warrant and for third degree assault. PROPERTY DAMAGE – Diamond Drive, report that fireworks were thrown at person in vehicle and caused vehicle damage. SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES – Telephone Rd. E., complainant believes neighbors put something in her pool and it now has to be drained and re-filled. DRIVING WHILE LICENSE SUSPENDED – S. Union Ave., Newport, report of suspended driver driving in the area. TRAFFIC HAZARD – Sunset Drive N., report of 4 wheelers and motorcycles racing up and down road. BOATING OFFENSE – Diamond Lake, report of boating offense with subjects on jet ski. ILLEGAL BURNING – Davis Lake Rd., report that subject in area has a large fire. POSSIBLE DUI – N. Shore Diamond

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Lake Rd., report of vehicle unable to maintain lane travel crossing the lines. RECOVERED VEHICLES – Holly Rd., report of possible stolen vehicle in the area. BURGLARY – LeClerc Rd. N., report of trailer broken into, items taken. BOATING OFFENSE – Diamond Lake, deputy contacting Jet Ski. BURGLARY – Spring Valley Rd., report of known subject in garage that took items. BOATING OFFENSE – Pend Oreille River TRESPASSING – W. Sacheen St., report of trespassing, ongoing issue. BOATING OFFENSE – Pend Oreille River BOATING OFFENSE – Pend Oreille River ACCIDENT – Veit Rd., report of single vehicle injury accident with report of alcohol involved. BOATING OFFENSE – Pend Oreille River FIREWORKS – Nicholson Rd., report that neighbor is believed to be shooting off illegal fireworks. FIREWORKS – Hwy. 2, report that subjects are lighting off fireworks at gas station. FIREWORKS – W. Spruce St., complainant believes fireworks are being set off are illegal. TRESPASSING – Baker Lake Rd., report of male passed out at the above address in the yard. ASSAULT – S. Garden Ave., report of inmate assaulting corrections officer. POSSIBLE DUI – Hwy. 2, report of vehicle unable to maintain lane travel. ARREST – LeClerc Rd. N., Chrystal Dawn Littlecrow, 21, of Cusick was arrested for driving under the influence. FIREWORKS – N. Washington Ave., report of subjects shooting fireworks at vehicles. FIREWORKS – Gregg’s Rd., report of fireworks going off after hours. ARREST – Viktor N. Kravchenko, 25, of Deer Park was arrested for driving under the influence. Friday, July 5 THEFT – W. Walnut St., Newport, report that six people stole beer. ARREST – Hwy. 20, Shawn Curtis Kendle, 26, of Newport was arrested on a warrant. ARREST – W. Kelly Drive, Cody D. Gibbs, 20, of Newport was arrested on warrants. RECOVERED VEHICLE – S. Scott Ave., report of recovering stolen vehicle. TRESPASSING – Marshall Lake Rd., report of two males trespassing on property. POSSIBLE DUI – Open Skies Rd., report of possibly intoxicated male driver. THEFT – E. Joyner Drive, report of Polaris 4 wheeler stolen. SUSPICIOUS VEHICLE – Horseshoe Lake Rd., report of suspicious vehicle. FOUND PROPERTY – N. Shore Diamond Lake Rd., respondent found white grocery bag with a white powdery substance in it. LITTERING – Horseshoe Lake Rd., report of large amount of garbage dumped. BURGLARY – Edgewater Ct., tools reported stolen. SEARCH WARRANT – S. Scott Ave., report of search warrant on a recovered trailer. ILLEGAL BURNING – Yergens Rd., report of fire in front yard. ERRATIC DRIVER – Hwy. 20, report that Toyota pickup crossed center line multiple times speed erratic. FIREWORKS – E. Joyner Drive, report of subject shooting fireworks at complainant’s home. TRAFFIC OFFENSE – S. Calispell Ave., report of subject shooting fireworks out of vehicle. ARREST – Hwy. 211, Felicia R. Hackenberg, 26, of Spokane Valley, was arrested for fourth degree assault domestic violence. DOMESTIC VIOLENCE PHYSICAL – W. 7th St., report that male pounded on door then threatened complainant’s mom and boyfriend. DISTURBANCE – Bead Lake Rd., report of intoxicated male throwing

things. DOMESTIC VIOLENCE PHYSICAL – Hwy. 31, report of male and female fighting, male chasing female. DOMESTIC VIOLENCE VERBAL – E. 4th Ave., report of male and female yelling in the roadway. Saturday, July 6 SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES – Camas Flat Rd., report of garage door open at building. ALCOHOL OFFENSE – W. Blackwell St., report of beer sold to minor. MISSING PERSON – Gray Rd., report of vehicle on side of road, two females inside are runaways from out of state. PURSUIT – S. Shore Diamond Lake Rd., pursuit of vehicle involved in physical altercation. DOMESTIC VIOLENCE PHYSICAL – W. 7th St., report that subject wouldn’t leave residence. THEFT – Trask Rd., report that six crab pots in Diamond Lake have been pulled up and are now gone. THEFT – S. Washington Ave., report that rugs were stolen. BURGLARY – Herbs Drive, report of possible break in and file cabinet gone through. THEFT – Deer Valley Rd., theft of sign reported. TRAFFIC HAZARD – Hwy. 2, report of male walking on shoulder of highway kicking cars. ILLEGAL BURNING – Ranch Rd., report of subjects burning over the restrictions and within 50 feet of a structure. FIREWORKS – E. Joyner Drive, report of fireworks. FIREWORKS – River Rd., report of fireworks. SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES – Monumental Way, report of vehicle taken without permission. Sunday, July 7 SEARCH WARRANT – S. Garden Ave., Newport, report of search warrant executed. ERRATIC DRIVER – Hwy. 20 BOATING OFFENSE – Diamond Lake HARASSMENT – S. Scott Ave, report of neighbor harassing respondent. BOATING OFFENSE – Diamond Lake DISTURBANCE – S. Garden Ave., report of disturbance. SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES – Diamond Lake, report of person swimming across lake with no boat around caller concerned for his safety. ASSAULT – W. Walnut St., report of an assault. ACCIDENT – W. 1st St., report of two-vehicle accident. RECOVERED VEHICLE – Overlook Drive, report of recovered stolen vehicle. RUNAWAY JUVENILE – S. Union Ave., Newport, report of 15-year-old male runaway. ERRATIC DRIVER – W. Walnut St., Newport, report of Mustang speeding back and forth between Oldtown and Newport. DOMESTIC VIOLENCE – Spring Hill Rd., report of male grabbed and thrown against wall. TRESPASSING – Silver Birch Rd., respondent sees lights in the trees

and people moving around.

WEST BONNER COUNTY Monday, July 1 RECKLESS DRIVING – Hwy. 41, Blanchard ACCIDENT – Hwy. 2, Priest River MARINE INCIDENT – Bartoo Island Shore, Priest Lake MARINE INCIDENT – Priest Lake Tuesday, July 2 GRAND THEFT – Harriet St., Priest River FRAUD – Jefferson Ave., Priest River Wednesday, July 3 FRAUD – Meadowdale Ave., Oldtown RECKLESS DRIVING – Hwy. 57, Priest River ACCIDENT – Tweedie Rd., Blanchard, report of a hit and run accident. MALICIOUS INJURY TO PROPERTY – Cemetery Rd., Priest River ARREST – Hwy. 57, Priest River, Robert Farley, 50, of Priest Lake was arrested for driving under the influence. SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES – Hwy. 2, Priest River, report of a suspicious male walking on Hwy. 2 near mile marker 3. Thursday, July 4 MARINE INCIDENT – Eightmile Island, Coolin, a boater requested assistance from a marine deputy. MARINE INCIDENT – Pend Oreille River, a boater requested assistance from a marine deputy. MARINE INCIDENT – Coolin, a boater requested assistance of a marine deputy. ARREST – Lincoln Ave., Priest River, Jerry Barnes, 24, of Priest River was arrested for domestic battery. MARINE INCIDENT – Sherwood Bay Rd., Coolin, a marine deputy was requested to assist a boater. DOMESTIC DISPUTE – Marian Ave., Oldtown MARINE INCIDENT – Priest River, report of a marine incident in the area of E. Kyle Road. ARREST – Hwy. 41, Oldtown, Jodie Dill, 51, of Newport was arrested for possession of methamphetamine, possession of marijuana and a warrant. DOMESTIC DISPUTE – Wells Lane, Priest River Friday, July 5 ARREST – LeClerc Rd. , Oldtown, Daniel L. Merritt of Newport was arrested in Oldtown on an outstanding Bonner County warrant. MARINE INCIDENT – Riverview Lane, Priest River, a boater requested assistance from a marine deputy. DOMESTIC DISPUTE – Kalispel Island, Priest Lake FIREWORKS VIOLATION – Shamar Drive, Blanchard Saturday, July 6 ACCIDENT – Dufort Rd., Priest River DUI – Riley Creek Park Drive, Priest River Sunday, July 7 MALICIOUS INJURY TO PROPERTY – Kelso Lake Rd., Priest River, report of a disorderly male.

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NEWPORT - Rural Resources Community Action is currently accepting applications for a Lead Teacher - Level 3 in our Newport Head Start classroom. Full-time school year, exempt; $1,829-$2,037/month; DOE. Position is required to plan, organize and conduct activities in a Head Start preschool classroom. Valid driver’s license & criminal history check required. For application and complete position description, contact WorkSource at 956 South Main Street, Suite A, Colville, WA 99114 or 509-685-6158. This position is open until filled. Rural Resources is an AA/EOE employer.

Personals Help Wanted Business Services Work Wanted Lost and Found Child Care & Preschool Business Oportunities Misc. For Sale Washington Statewide Advertising 10 Rentals Wanted 11 Housing For Rent 12 Storage For Rent 13 Real Estate For Sale

HELP WANTED

MIDNIGHT RUN Rock and blues band needs serious lead guitarist. Plenty of gigs, no baggage please. (509) 738-4391. (21-3p) Get fast relief for an upset budget with The Newport Miner and Gem State Miner Classifieds. They work for others; they’ll work for you! Call (509) 447-2433.

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

BUSINESS SERVICES

TrussTek Fast, friendly service since 1990

Roof & Floor Trusses Bill • Ed • Marcus • Ted • Jeff

208-267-7471 1-800-269-7471

HELP WANTED

The Selkirk School District is accepting applications for the following positions: Head and Assistant High School Volleyball Coaches and Head Junior High Football Coach. Information and application materials are available at www.selkirk.k12.wa.us or Selkirk District Office, 219 Park Street, PO Box 129, Metaline Falls, WA 99153 (509) 446-2951. The Selkirk School District is an affirmatiove action equal opportunity employer.

3 BEDROOM TRAILER No pets. Lazy Acres Trailer Park. Newport. (208) 4374502. (7-tf) METALINE FALLS Great location. Quality furnished 1 bedroom plus apartment, garage. Includes utilities. No pets/ smoking! $650/ month. (509) 999-0618. (21-3p) 3 BEDROOM 2 bath in Cusick. Large well kept home. References and good credit required. $700/ month includes water. (801) 835-3440. (20-4p) RIVER VIEW Metaline house. 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 1 acre, garage. $550/ month, first, last, deposit. Pets okay. (509) 589-1250. (21-3p) 3 BEDROOM 2 bath mobile home, Oldtown. No smoking. Pets negotiable. $675 plus deposit. (509) 951-3274. (21-3p)

NEWPORT 2 bedroom mobile home, $425 month includes city utilities and garbage. $450/ deposit. (208) 755-1568/ (208) 448-2290. (22-tf) TWO BEDROOM 1 bath, Newport. No smoking. No pets. $600 a month. Amy (208) 255-8500. (214p) 2 BEDROOM Very nice mobile home. Highway 211. No smoking- no pets. $375 plus deposit. Application (509) 447-0631. (22-3) COZY TWO BEDROOM 1 bath, Newport house. Fenced yard. $700/ month, includes city utilities, plus deposit. No smoking. (509) 671-2185/ (509) 671-0314. (22-3p)

TENANTS...

1 Bedroom Apartments Income Limits Apply

HOUSING FOR RENT

Kaniksu Village Apartments

Need a home? Rental Homes Available

EQUAL HOUSING

OPPORTUNITY

109 E. 5th Ave.

Northern Pines Real Estate Services 509-447-5922

Metaline Falls, WA

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HOUSING FOR RENT

ZODIAC AEROSPACE, a world leader in aerospace and high tech product manufacturing has an immediate opening for several production positions for the raw material manufacturing division located in Newport, WA. We are a fast-paced, widely diverse and pro-active aerospace manufacturer. We are recruiting for several production positions, and are currently working 12 hour shifts rotating 4/3 days a week. Pay rate is $10.50 to $13.00 per hour DOE. In addition to vacation and paid holidays, we offer good benefits - medical, dental, vision, voluntary life and disability insurance, 401k and flexible spending reimbursement. For more information and an application, Please apply: at Rural Resources Community Action 301 W. Spruce Street, Suite D, Newport, WA 99156

Zodiac Aerospace

COMMERCIAL PROPERTY

OFFICE SPACE Washington Street, Newport. 400 square feet with additional storage space of 350 square feet. (208) 660-9271. (22-4) Every day is Sale Day in The Newport Miner and Gem State Miner Classifieds.

C ARS AND TRUCKS

Oldtown Auto Sales

303 N. State Ave. • Oldtown

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STORAGE FOR RENT

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

Lighted & Secure In-Town Location 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.

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

2008 Ford F150 4x4 XLT $20,995 2004 Nissan Altima $7,995 1962 GMC Custom Pickup $6,995 2003 Buick Park Avenue $6,995 1996 Sandpiper $6,995 26ft 5th Wheel 1940 Dodge 4D Sedan $5,995 1953 Chev Bel Air 4D $4,995 2000 Chev Blazer 4x4 $4,795 1997 Cadillac Deville $4,495 1989 Ford F150 $2,995 Truck 4x4 1990 Ford F250 4x4 $1,995

PROFESSIONAL SERVICE DIRECTORY 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

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

DENTIST

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

OPTOMETRIST Newport Vision Source

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

Newport Dental Center

Get Your Miner Delivered to Your Mailbox Each Week

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

Wayne Lemley, D.D.S.

We accept Visa & Mastercard.

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

Newport & Gem State Miner 509-447-2433 • 421 S. Spokane Ave.

• No Experience Necessary • Equal Opportunity Employer

DIAMOND LAKE Waterfront apartment available. One bedroom unit only steps from the beach. $550 per month, includes electricity, garbage, cable, internet, water and sewer. Gorgeous view of lake out bedroom window. Call (509) 475-7524. (22-3p) 10 $569/ MONTH 2 bedroom 2 bath newly remodeled manufactured home. Water, sewer, garbage included. Small pets allowed. Also a 3 bedroom for 365, water sewer garbage included. Newport. (509) 993-4705/ (509) 4969686. (22-4p) DIAMOND LAKE AREA Custom home. 3 bedroom, 2 bath, attached garage. No pets. $710/ month (208) 610-6870.(23-3p) 1 BEDROOM HOUSE Oldtown. Close to shopping. $450/ month, $300 deposit. No smoking No pets. Information: (509) 263-2504. (23-3p)

WWW.BITOFHEAVEN.INFO 17 acres in Elk, Pend Oreille County. Immaculate 1974 doublewide. 2 shops. $155,000. Tamarack Realty (509) 999-6354. (23-3p) 4 ACRES City of Newport investment property. Preliminary engineering work complete. Serious inquiries only. (509) 671-2174. (23-3p)

You too can Advertise Weekly for only $8.00 Call 447-2433

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Bus Drivers needed for the current year!

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REAL ESTATE FOR SALE

Newport School District

[Pend Oreille County]

and GEM

Camas Center Medical & Dental Services BUSINESS SERVICES

THE WATER PROFESSIONALS

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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

HYPNOTHERAPY Purposeful Life Mastery Coaching

Dr. Douglas Rigg, P.H.D., CHt Registered Hypnotherapist Stop Smoking, Weight Loss, Motivation Individual and Groups - 509-589-0638

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

THE MINER

|| 7/19/2013, at 10:00 AM At the main stairs of the Old City Courthouse, 625 W. Fourth Street in the City of Newport, WA 99156 sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder, payable in the form of credit bid or cash bid in the form of cashier’s check or certified checks from federally or State chartered banks, at the time of sale the following described real property, situated in the County of PEND OREILLE, State of Washington, to-wit: THE SOUTH 42 FEET OF LOT 17 AND THE NORTH 29 FEET OF LOT 16 IN BLOCK 9 OF THE TOWN OF METALINE FALLS, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF. More commonly known as: 409 PARK STREET, META-

Your Right to Know

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. 2013197 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Pursuant to the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et seq.TS No.: WA-13540016-TC APN No.: 433928510060 Title Order No.: 130006634-WA-GSO Grantor(s): EARL L HOFFMAN, ANDREA L HOFFMAN, ESTATE OF EARL L HOFFMAN, HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF EARL L

HOFFMAN Grantee(s): MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR FIRST MAGNUS FINANCIAL CORPORATION, AN ARIZONA CORPORATION Deed of Trust Instrument/Reference No.: 2003 0271090 I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Quality Loan Service Corp. of Washington, the undersigned Trustee, will on

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LINE FALLS, WA 99153 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated 9 / 2 2 / 2 0 0 3 , re c o rd e d 9/24/2003, under 2003 0271090 records of PEND OREILLE County, Washington, from EARL L HOFFMAN AND ANDREA L HOFFMAN, HUSBAND AND WIFE, as Grantor(s), to FRONTIER TITLE AND ESCROW, as Trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR FIRST MAGNUS FINANCIAL CORPORATION, AN ARIZONA CORPORATION, as Beneficiary, the beneficial interest in which was assigned by MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE

FOR FIRST MAGNUS FINANCIAL CORPORATION, AN ARIZONA CORPORATION (or by its successorsin-interest and/or assigns, if any), to Wells Fargo Bank, NA. II. No action commenced by the Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust is now pending to seek satisfaction of the obligation in any Court by reason of the Borrower’s or Grantor’s default on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust/Mortgage. III. The default(s) for which this foreclosure is made is/are as follows: Failure to pay when due the following amounts which are now in arrears: $10,472.93 IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: The principal sum of $88,159.02, to-

gether with interest as provided in the Note from the 2/1/2012, and such other costs and fees as are provided by statute. V. The above-described real property will be sold to satisfy the expense of sale and the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust as provided by statute. Said sale will be made without warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances on 7/19/2013. The defaults referred to in Paragraph III must be cured by 7/8/2013 (11 days before the sale date) to cause a discontinuance of the sale. The sale will be discontinued and terminated if at any time before 7/8/2013 (11 days before the sale) the default as set

forth in Paragraph III is cured and the Trustee’s fees and costs are paid. Payment must be in cash or with cashiers or certified checks from a State or federally chartered bank. The sale may be terminated any time after the 7/8/2013 (11 days before the sale date) and before the sale, by the Borrower or Grantor or the holder of any recorded junior lien or encumbrance by paying the principal and interest, plus costs, fees and advances, if any, made pursuant to the terms of the obligation and/or Deed of Trust, and curing all other defaults. VI. A written Notice of Default was transmitted by the Beneficiary or Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the following

address(es): NAME EARL L HOFFMAN AND ANDREA L HOFFMAN, HUSBAND AND WIFE ADDRESS 409 PARK STREET, METALINE FALLS, WA 99153 by both first class and certified mail, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and the Borrower and Grantor were personally served, if applicable, with said written Notice of Default or the written Notice of Default was posted in a conspicuous place on the real properly described in Paragraph I above, and the Trustee has possession of proof of such service or posting. These requirements were completed as of 2/13/2013. VII. The Trustee whose name and address are set forth below CONTINUED ON 6B

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We Offer: • Brakes • Engine • Air Conditioning Performance • Oil Changes • Electronics • Engine Repair • Diagnostics • Transmission • Steering & Repair Suspension • Full Service • Exhaust Service Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

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Concrete

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Stutes Construction

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BONNER SAW & POWER EQUIPMENT

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

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WATER

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Floors & More, Inc Husqvarna • Jonsered and Echo Chain Saws 682 High St., Priest River (208) 448-1522

Kevin Johnson 24/7 Emergency Service 208-255-9580

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• General Contractor • Rooﬁng • Siding • Room Additions • Decks • Foundations • Manufactured Home Set-up 208-448-1869 208-660-4087 Harold Stutes Priest River

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Flood Dryout Services Mold Inspection & Remediation Remodeling & Repairs Friendly Pre Purchase Home Inspections Insurance Claims Consulting Brooks Swanson (CMI) (CMRC) General Contractor RCT-13983 ALLAMA5940N5

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Plumbing

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Journeyman Plumber Senior &Vet Discounts

“Where our High Standards Meet Yours” Corner of Hwy 2 & Spokane Ave. (509) 447-2433

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509-447-4416

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• Furnaces • Radiant Heat

Wood Stoves - Gas Stoves - Pellet Stoves & Oil Furnaces Available • We Service All Major Brands • Air Leakage Testing Available

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Complete Heating, Cooling & Duct Systems

Gas Fireplaces & Inserts

(208) 448-1439

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Quality veterinary care for your pets and barnyard friends.

Dan Herrin D.V.M. (208) 437-2800

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PRIEST RIVER FAMILY OIL

Delivering Propane & Fuel to All of Pend Oreille & Bonner Counties! Call us today!

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Internet

EVERYTHING INTERNET Fiber - $49.95/Month Wireless Web Services Internet Telephone

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

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Interior Exterior Repaints New Construction

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Sawmilling

Storage

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Mountain Mobile Sawmilling 208-304-3966

THE ANIMAL DOCTOR

(509) 671-3599

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at Your Site!

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Small & Large Animal Medicine & Surgery Brian Dockins DVM

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Available 24/7

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CONTINUED FROM 5B will provide in writing to anyone requesting it, a statement of all costs and fees due at any time prior to the sale. VIII. The effect of the sale will be to deprive the Grantor and all those who hold by, through or under the Grantor of all their interest in the above-described property. IX. Anyone having any objections to this sale on any grounds whatsoever will be afforded an opportunity to be heard as to those objections if they bring a lawsuit to restrain the sale pursuant to RCW 61.24.130. Failure to bring such a lawsuit may result in a waiver of any proper grounds for invalidating the Trustee’s sale. NOTICE TO OCCUPANTS OR TENANTS - The purchaser at the Trustee’s Sale is entitled to possession of the property on the 20th day following the sale, as against the Grantor under the deed of trust (the owner) and anyone having an interest junior to the deed of trust, including occupants who are not tenants. After the 20th day following the sale the purchaser has the right to evict occupants who are not tenants by summary proceedings under Chapter 59.12 RCW. For tenantoccupied property, the purchaser shall provide a tenant with written notice in accordance with RCW 61.24.060. THIS NOTICE IS THE FINAL STEP BEFORE THE FORECLOSURE SALE OF YOUR HOME. You have only 20 DAYS from the recording date of this notice to pursue mediation. DO NOT DELAY. CONTACT A HOUSING COUNSELOR OR AN ATTORNEY LICENSED IN WASHINGTON NOW to assess your situation and refer you to mediation if you are eligible and it may help you save your home. See

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 womenandpeoplesecuring 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)

below for safe sources of help. SEEKING ASSISTANCE Housing counselors and legal assistance may be available at little or no cost to you. If you would like assistance in determining your rights and opportunities to keep your house, you may contact the following: The statewide foreclosure hotline for assistance and referral to housing counselors recommended by the Housing Finance Commission: Toll-free: 1-877-894-HOME (1-877894-4663) or Web site: http://www.dfi.wa.gov/consumers/homeownership/ post_purchase_counselors_foreclosure.htm. The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development: Toll-free: 1-800-569-4287 or National Web Site: http:// portal.hud.gov/hudportal/ HUD or for Local counseling agencies in Washington: http://www.hud.gov/ offices/hsg/sfh/hcc/fc/index.cfm?webListAction=s earchandsearchstate=WA andfilterSvc=dfc The statewide civil legal aid hotline for assistance and referrals to other housing counselors and attorneys: Telephone: 1-800-606-4819 or Web site: http://nwjustice.org/ what-clear. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. THIS OFFICE IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. Dated: 3/18/13 Quality Loan Service Corp. of Washington, as Trustee By: Tricia Moreno, Assistant SecretaryTrustee’s Mailing Address: Quality Loan Service Corp. of Washington C/O Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 Fifth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101 (866)645-7711 Trustee’s Physical Address: Quality Loan Service Corp. of Washington 19735 10th Avenue NE, Suite N-200 P o u l s b o , WA 9 8 3 7 0 (866)645-7711 Sale Line: 714-730-2727 Or Login to: http://wa.qualityloan.com TS No.: WA-13-540016-TC, A-4367764 06/19/2013, 07/10/2013 Published in The Newport Miner June 19 and July 10, 2013. (20, 23)

_________________ 2013208 SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON   FOR PEND OREILLE COUNTY   No.13-4-00028-1   PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS   (RCW 11.40.030)   Estate of   MILDRED M. LONG,

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Deceased.   PLEASE TAKE NOTICE   The above Court has appointed me as Personal Representative of Decedent’s estate. Any person having a claim against the Decedent must present the claim: (a) Before the time when the claim would be barred by any applicable statute of limitations, and (b) In the manner provided in RCW I 1.40.070: (i) By filing the original of the claim with the foregoing Court, and (ii) By serving on or mailing to me at the address below a copy of the claim. The claim must be presented by the later of: (a) Thirty (30) days after I served or mailed this Notice as provided in RCW 11.40.020(1)(c), or (b) Four (4) months after the date of first publication of this Notice. If the claim is not presented within this time period, the claim will be forever barred except as provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective for claims against both the Decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets.   Date of First Publication of this Notice: June 26, 2013.   /s/ George R. Guinn   George R. Guinn, Personal Representative   Richards Law Office, PLLC  605 East Holland Avenue, Suite 113 Spokane, Washington 99218-1246 Published in The Newport Miner June 26, July 3, 10 and 17, 2013. (21-4)

_________________ 2013184 SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON COUNTY OF PEND OREILLE Case No.: 13-7-00033-9 NOTICE AND SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION (Termination) In re the Welfare of: QUINN FLEMING D.O.B. 09/07/11 Minor Child. TO: Sunny Yow, mother; Dylan Fleming, alleged father; anyone claiming a paternal interest, A Petition to Terminate Parental Rights was filed on May 16, 2013 (Date); A Fact Finding hearing will be held on this matter on: July 25, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. at Pend Oreille County Superior Court, 229 S. Garden Ave., Newport, WA 99156. YOU SHOULD BE PRESENT AT THIS HEARING. The hearing will determine if your parental rights to your child are terminated. If you do not appear at the hearing the court may enter an order in your absence terminating your parental rights. To request a copy of the Notice, Summons, and Termination Petition, call DSHS at 509/447-6220. To view information about your rights in this proceeding, go to www.atg. wa.gov/TRM.aspx. DATED this 30th day of May, 2013, by Tammie A. Ownbey, Pend Oreille County Clerk. Published in The Newport Miner July 3, 10, and 17, 2013. (22-3)

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PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT 2013 ROAD SALT Proposals will be received by the County of Pend Oreille Public Works Office, located in the Pend Oreille County Courthouse at 625 West Fourth Street, Newport, Washington 99156 or P.O. Box 5040, Newport, Washington 99156, for furnishing ROAD SALT to the Pend Oreille County Road Department in the estimated quantity of 360 tons of 3% moisture or less, Type 2, Grade 2 ASTM-D 632-84. Price quoted shall be per ton, delivered using hopper or end dump trucks, as follows: 90 tons delivered to 9302 Deer Valley Road, Newport, WA 9810 90 tons delivered to 13571 Highway 211, Usk, WA 99180 180 tons delivered to 161 Sullivan Lake Road, Ione, WA 999139 Salt shall be delivered to these County Maintenance Shops, Monday through Thursday, 6:00am to 4:30pm on or before September 26, 2013 Proposals will be due no later than 10:00 AM Tuesday, July 30th, 2013. Proposals are to be submitted by Email, Fax or envelope as follows: 1. E-MAIL – Don Ramsey, dramsey@pendoreille. org and Teresa Brooks, tbrooks@pendoreille.org with “Proposal for ROAD SALT” in the subject line 2. Fax - (509) 447-5890 with “Proposal for ROAD SALT” in the subject line 3. Mail – Public Works Department, P.O. Box 5040, Newport, WA 99156 with “Proposal for ROAD SALT” on the envelope 4. Hand delivered Public Works Department, 625 West Fourth Street, Newport, WA 99156 with “Proposal for ROAD SALT” on the envelope. Information concerning submission of proposals is available from the Pend Oreille County Public Works Department at 625 W. 4th Street in Newport, Washington, 99156 or by phone at (509) 447-4513. Bids will be evaluated on total cost of road salt delivered to all three locations. Pend Oreille County reserves the right to reject any or all bids, to waive any informality in the bids and to accept such bid or bids as may deemed in the best interest of Pend Oreille County. Published in The Newport Miner July 3 and 10, 2013. (22-2)

_________________ 2013221 ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Town of Ione Biosolids Removal & Disposal Project Sealed bids will be received until 1:00 pm, July 25, 2013, at the Ione Town Hall, 207 Houghton (P.O. Box 498), Ione, WA, 99139, at which time the bids will be publicly opened and read aloud. This project provides for the removal of biosolids by dredging from the Ione wastewater treatment facility lagoons. The project will also include screening, dewatering, hauling and disposal of the biosolids, all in accordance with the Contract Documents. Each proposal must be submitted on the prescribed form and accompanied by cash, a certified check, cashier’s check, or bid bond, payable to the Town of Ione, in an amount not less than five percent (5%) of the amount bid. The successful bidder will be required to furnish a performance bond and payment bond, each in the full amount of the contract

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price. The Contractor will be allowed twenty (20) working days to complete the Base Bid work. Ten (10) additional working days will be awarded with the additive alternate work. Contract documents may be examined at the following locations: 1. Ione Town Hall, 207 Houghton, Ione, WA, 99139 2. Century West Engineering, 11707 E Montgomery Dr., Spokane Valley, WA 99206 3. Associated General Contractors, 4935 E. Trent, Spokane, WA 99212 4. Spokane Regional Plan Center, 209 N. Havana, Spokane, WA 99202 5. Associated Builders and Contractors, 12310 E. Mirabeau Pkwy Ste 100, Spokane Valley, WA 99216 Contract documents may be procured from Century West Engineering upon payment of a $30.00 non-refundable plan fee for each set (postage not included). For information regarding the proposed work, contact Bryan Hicks of Century West Engineering at (509) 838-3810. This project is partially funded through the Washington State Community Development Block Grant Program with federal funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. All work performed will be subject to federal or state prevailing wage rates, whichever are higher. Award of the construction contract is contingent upon approval by the funding agency. The Town shall have the right to reject any or all bids not accompanied by bid security or data required by the bidding document or a bid in any way incomplete or irregular. The Town of Ione is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Certified Disadvantaged Business Enterprise firms are encouraged to submit bids. /s/ Sandy Hutchinson Sandy Hutchinson Town Clerk/Treasurer Published in The Newport Miner July 3 and 10, 2013. (22-2)

_________________ 2013152 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE I NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned Bishop, White, Marshall & Weibel, P.S. will on August 9, 2013 at 10:00 am at the main stairs of the Old City Courthouse, 625 W. Fourth Street, in the City of Newport located at Pend Oreille County, State of Washington, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, payable, in the form of cash, or cashier’s check or certified checks from federally or State chartered banks, at the time of sale, the following described real property, situated in Pend Oreille County, State of Washington, to-wit; LOT 1 IN SPRING VALLEY ACRES, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN BOOK 3 OF PLATS, PAGE 213, RECORDS OF PEND OREILLE COUNTY, WASHINGTON which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated March 24, 2009, recorded March 30, 2009, under Auditor’s File No. 20090300993 records of Pend Oreille County, Washington, from Roger D. Evans and Leitia G. Evans, Husband and Wife, as Grantor, to Frontier Title & Escrow, as Trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. is a separate corporation that is acting solely as a nominee for Mountain West Bank and its successors and assigns as beneficiary. CitiMortgage, Inc., is now

the beneficiary of the Deed of Trust. The sale will be made without any warranty concerning the title to, or the condition of the property. II No action commenced by the Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust is now pending to seek satisfaction of the obligation in any Court by reason of the Grantor’s default on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust. III The default(s) for which this foreclosure is made is/ are as follows: i) Failure to pay the following amounts, now in arrears: Amount due to reinstate by May 8, 2013 Delinquent Monthly Payments Due from 6/1/2012 through 5/1/2013: 1 payment(s) at $1956.49 11 payment(s) at $1954.55 Total: 23,456.54 Late Charges: 11 late charge(s) at $85.73 for each monthly payment not made within 15 days of its due date Total Late Charges 943.03 BPO 80.00 Property Inspection 54.00 Servicing Fees 10.00 TOTAL DEFAULT $24,543.57 IV The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: $308,129.17, together with interest from May 1, 2012 as provided in the note or other instrument, and such other costs and fees as are due under the note or other instrument secured, and as are provided by statute. V The above described real property will be sold to satisfy the expense of sale and the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust as provided by statute. The sale will be made without warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances on August 9, 2013. The payments, late charges, or other defaults must be cured by July 29, 2013 (II days before the sale date) to cause a discontinuance of the sale. The sale will be discontinued and terminated if at any time on or before July 29, 2013 (11 days before the sale date) the default(s) as set forth in paragraph III, together with any subsequent payments, late charges, or other defaults, is/are cured and the Trustee’s fees and costs are paid. Payment must be in cash or with cashier’s or certified checks from a State or federally chartered bank. The sale may be terminated any time after July 29, 2013 (II days before the sale date), and before the sale by the Borrower, Grantor, any Guarantor, or the holder of any recorded junior lien or encumbrance paying the entire principal and interest secured by the Deed of Trust, plus costs, fees, and advances, if any, made pursuant to the terms of the obligation and/or Deed of Trust, and curing all other defaults. VI A written notice of default was transmitted by the beneficiary or Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the following address(es): Mailing List Roger D. Evans 4892 Spring Valley Rd Newport, WA 99156 Leilia G. Evans 4892 Spring Valley Rd Newport, WA 99156 Roger D. Evans 25849 W Globe Ave Buckeye, AZ 85326 Leilia G. Evans 25849 W Globe Ave Buckeye, AZ 85326 by both first class and certified mail on January IS, 2013, proof of which is in the possession of the

Trustee; and the Borrower and Grantor were personally served on January 19, 2013, with said written notice of default or the written notice of default was posted in a conspicuous place on the real property described in paragraph I above, and the Trustee has possession of proof of such service or posting. VII The Trustee whose name and address are set forth will provide in writing to anyone requesting it, a statement of all costs and fees due at any time prior to the sale. VIII The effect of the sale will be to deprive the Grantor and all those who hold by, through or under the Grantor of all their interest in the above-described property. IX Anyone having any objections to this sale on any grounds whatsoever will be afforded an opportunity to be heard as to those objections if they bring a lawsuit to restrain the sale pursuant to RCW 61.24.130. Failure to bring such a lawsuit may result in a waiver of any proper grounds for invalidating the Trustee’s sale. X NOTICE TO OCCUPANTS OR TENANTS The purchaser at the Trustee’s Sale is entitled to possession of the property on the 20th day following the sale, as against the Grantor under the deed of trust (the owner) and anyone having an interest junior to the deed of trust, including occupants who are not tenants. After the 20th day following the sale the purchaser has the right to evict occupants who are not tenants by summary proceedings under Chapter 59.12 RCW. For tenant-occupied property, the purchaser shall provide a tenant with written notice in accordance with RCW 61.24.060. If the Trustee’s Sale is set aside for any reason, the submitted bid will be forthwith returned without interest and the bidder will have no right to purchase the property. Recovery of the bid amount without interest constitutes the limit of the bidder’s recourse against the Trustee and/or the Beneficiary. XI NOTICE TO ALL PERSONS AND PARTIES WHO ARE GUARANTORS OF THE OBLIGATIONS SECURED BY THIS DEED OF TRUST: (1) The Guarantor may be liable for a deficiency judgment to the extent the sale price obtained at the Trustee’s Sale is less than the debt secured by the Deed of Trust; (2) The Guarantor has the same rights to reinstate the debt, cure the default, or repay the debt as is given to the grantor in order to avoid the trustee’s sale; (3) The Guarantor will have no right to redeem the property after the Trustee’s Sale; (4) Subject to such longer periods as are provided in the Washington Deed of Trust Act, Chapter 61.24 RCW, any action brought to enforce a guaranty must be commenced within one year after the Trustee’s Sale, or the last Trustee’s Sale under any deed of trust granted to secure the same debt; and (5) In any action for a deficiency, the Guarantor will have the right to establish the fair value of the property as of the date of the Trustee’s Sale, less prior liens and encumbrances, and to limit its liability for a deficiency to the difference between the debt and the greater of such fair value or the sale price paid at the Trustee Sale, plus interest and costs. DATE: May 7,2013. Bishop, White, Marshall & Weibel, P.S.,

Successor Trustee By: William L. Bishop, Jr. William L. Bishop, Jr. 720 Olive Way, Suite 1201 Seattle, WA 98101 (206) 622-7527 Published in the Newport Miner July 10 and 31, 2013. (23, 26)

_________________ 2013214 LEGAL NOTICE Cusick School District Board of Directors announce the following 20132014 Fiscal Budget. Let it be publicly known to all persons that Cusick School District No. 59, Pend Oreille County, State of Washington, has completed preparation of the 2013-2014 Fiscal Budget. Also let it be publicly known to all persons that the Board of Directors will meet in a public meeting at 3:30 p.m. on July 25, 2013 in the library for the purpose of fixing and adopting the 2013-2014 Fiscal Budget. All inquiries regarding this notice should be directed to Don Hawpe, Superintendent, at (509) 445-1125. /s/Don Hawpe Cusick School District No. 59 Don Hawpe, Supt. Published in The Newport Miner July 10 and 17, 2013. (23-2)

_________________ 2013215 TOWN OF IONE PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held by the Ione Town Council at the Ione Council Chambers, 112 Central Avenue, Ione, Washington 99139, at 7:10 p.m., Wednesday, July 17, 2013. The purpose of the hearing is to provide for public comment on adoption of the Six-year Street Program. /s/ Sandy Hutchinson Sandy Hutchinson, Clerk Published in The Newport Miner July 10, 2013. (23)

_________________ 2013216 PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the Joint Airport Zoning Board will hold a public hearing in the County Courthouse, Commissioners’ Meeting Room, 625 W. 4th, Newport, on July 31, 2013 at 2:30 p.m. on the matter of adopting the Pend Oreille County Development Regulation Section 26.070 G Airport Overlay. If you require any reasonable accommodation to participate in the meeting, contact the Zoning Board Clerk at 509-447-4119, at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. Published in The Newport Miner July 10, 2013. (23)

_________________ 2013219 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Pursuant to the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et seq. TS No.: WA-11447814-SH APN No.: 443011210009 Title Order No.: 5484756 Grantor(s): LY E T T E PA L O M I N O , BRANDIE L APLING Grantee(s): MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., (“MERS”), AS NOMINEE FOR FIRST HORIZON HOME LOAN CORPORATION Deed of Trust Instrum e n t / R e f e re n c e N o . : 20060288999I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Quality Loan Service Corp. of Washington, the underCONTINUED ON 7B

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CONTINUED FROM 6B signed Trustee, will on 8/9/2013, at 10:00 AM At the main stairs of the Old City Courthouse, 625 W. Fourth Street in the City of Newport, WA 99156 sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder, payable in the form of credit bid or cash bid in the form of cashier’s check or certified checks from federally or State chartered banks, at the time of sale the following described real property, situated in the County of PEND OREILLE, State of Washington, to-wit: A PARCEL OF LAND LYING IN THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 11, TOWNSHIP 30 NORTH, RANGE 44, EAST OF THE WILLAMETTE MERIDIAN DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE NORTH QUARTER CORNER OF SAID SECTION 11, THENCE, SOUTH 0° 22’ 07” EAST A DISTANCE OF 1324.56 FEET TO THE NORTH CENTER SIXTEENTH CORNER; THENCE, ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID NORTHEAST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER, SOUTH 89° 39’ 17” WEST A DISTANCE OF 308.76 FEET; THENCE, NORTH 0° 22’ 07” WEST A DISTANCE OF 1032.74 FEET; THENCE NORTH 40° 31’ 42” WEST A DISTANCE OF 195.99 FEET TO THE SOUTHERLY RIGHT OF WAY OF STATE HIGHWAY NO. 2; THENCE ALONG SAID RIGHT OF WAY, NORTH 49° 28’ 18” EAST A DISTANCE OF 220 FEET TO THE NORTH LINE OF SAID NORTHEAST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST Q U A RT E R ; T H E N C E , LEAVING SAID RIGHT OF WAY ALONG THE NORTH LINE, NORTH 89° 37’ 28” EAST A DISTANCE OF 267.03 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING AND BEING DESIGNATED AS PARCEL C OF RECORD OF SURVEY #737. More commonly known as: 325102 N HIGHWAY #2 , NEWPORT, WA 99156 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated 9 / 1 2 / 2 0 0 6 , re c o rd e d 9/19/2006, under 20060288999 records of PEND OREILLE County, Washington, from LYETTE PALOMINO, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN BRANDIE L. APLING, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN , as Grantors), to PEND OREILLE TITLE COMPANY, as Trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., (“MERS”), AS NOMINEE FOR FIRST HORIZON HOME LOAN CORPORATION, as Beneficiary, the beneficial interest in which was assigned by MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., (“MERS”), AS NOMINEE FOR FIRST HORIZON HOME LOAN CORPORATION (or by its successors-in-interest and/ or assigns, if any), to JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association. II. No action commenced by the Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust is now pending to seek satisfaction of the obligation in any Court by reason of the Borrower’s or Grantor’s default on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust/Mortgage. III. The default(s) for which this foreclosure is made is/are as follows: Failure to pay when due the following amounts which are now in arrears: $38,562.51 IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: The principal sum of $139,438.78, together with interest as provided in the Note from the 12/1/2010, and such other costs and fees as are provided by statute. V. The above-described real property will be sold to satisfy the expense of sale

and the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust as provided by statute. Said sale will be made without warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances on 8/9/2013. The defaults referred to in Paragraph III must be cured by 7/29/2013 (11 days before the sale date) to cause a discontinuance of the sale. The sale will be discontinued and terminated if at any time before 7/29/2013 (11 days before the sale) the default as set forth in Paragraph III is cured and the Trustee’s fees and costs are paid. Payment must be in cash or with cashiers or certified checks from a State or federally chartered bank. The sale may be terminated any time after the 7/29/2013 (11 days before the sale date) and before the sale, by the Borrower or Grantor or the holder of any recorded junior lien or encumbrance by paying the principal and interest, plus costs, fees and advances, if any, made pursuant to the terms of the obligation and/or Deed of Trust, and curing all other defaults. VI. A written Notice of Default was transmitted by the Beneficiary or Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the following address(es): NAME LYETTE PALOMINO, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN BRANDIE L. APLING, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN ADDRESS 325102 N HIGHWAY #2 , NEWPORT, WA 99156 by both first class and certified mail, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and the Borrower and Grantor were personally served, if applicable, with said written Notice of Default or the written Notice of Default was posted in a conspicuous place on the real property described in Paragraph I above, and the Trustee has possession of proof of such service or posting. These requirements were completed as of 10/23/2012. VII. The Trustee whose name and address are set forth below will provide in writing to anyone requesting it, a statement of all costs and fees due at any time prior to the sale. VIII. The effect of the sale will be to deprive the Grantor and all those who hold by, through or under the Grantor of all their interest in the above-described property. IX. Anyone having any objections to this sale on any grounds whatsoever will be afforded an opportunity to be heard as to those objections if they bring a lawsuit to restrain the sale pursuant to RCW 61.24.130. Failure to bring such a lawsuit may result in a waiver of any proper grounds for invalidating the Trustee’s sale. NOTICE TO OCCUPANTS OR TENANTS - The purchaser at the Trustee’s Sale is entitled to possession of the property on the 20th day following the sale, as against the Grantor under the deed of trust (the owner) and anyone having an interest junior to the deed of trust, including occupants who are not tenants. After the 20th day following the sale the purchaser has the right to evict occupants who are not tenants by summary proceedings under Chapter 59.12 RCW. For tenantoccupied property, the purchaser shall provide a tenant with written notice in accordance with RCW 61.24.060. THIS NOTICE IS THE FINAL STEP BEFORE THE FORECLOSURE SALE OF YOUR HOME. You have only 20 DAYS from the recording date of this notice to pursue mediation. DO NOT DELAY. CONTACT A HOUSING COUNSELOR OR AN ATTORNEY LICENSED IN WASHINGTON NOW to

assess your situation and refer you to mediation if you are eligible and it may help you save your home. See below for safe sources of help. SEEKING ASSISTANCE Housing counselors and legal assistance may be available at little or no cost to you. If you would like assistance in determining your rights and opportunities to keep your house, you may contact the following: The statewide foreclosure hotline for assistance and referral to housing counselors recommended by the Housing Finance Commission: Toll-free: 1-877-894-HOME (1-877894-4663) or Web site: http://www.dfi.wa.gov/consumers/homeownership/ post_purchase_counselors_foreclosure.htm. The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development: Toll-free: 1-800-569-4287 or National Web Site: http://portal.hud.gov/hudpor tal/ HUD or for Local counseling agencies in Washington: http://www.hud.gov/ offices/hsg/sfh/hcc/fc/index.cfm?webListAction=s earchandsearchstate=WA andfilterSvc=dfc The statewide civil legal aid hotline for assistance and referrals to other housing counselors and attorneys: Telephone: 1-800-606-4819 or Web site: http://nwjustice.org/ what-clear. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. THIS OFFICE IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. Dated: 04/04/13 Quality Loan Service Corp. of Washington, as Trustee By: Tricia Moreno, Assistant Secretary Trustee’s Mailing Address: Quality Loan Service Corp. of Washington C/O Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 Fifth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101 (866)645-7711 Trustee’s Physical Address: Quality Loan Service Corp. of Washington 19735 10th Avenue NE, Suite N-200 P o u l s b o , WA 9 8 3 7 0 (866)645-7711 Sale Line: 714-730-2727 Or Login to: http://wa.qualityloan.com TS No.: WA-11-447814-SH, A-FN4375373 07/10/2013, 07/31/201 Published in The Newport Miner July 10 and 31, 2013. (23, 26)

_________________ 2013220 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE File No.: 7303.23162 Grantors: Northwest Trustee Services, Inc. Nationstar Mortgage LLC Grantee: Mark W. Hethorn and Kari L. Hethorn, husband and wife Ref to DOT Auditor File No.: 2006 0290521 Tax Parcel ID No.: 463118540007 Abbreviated Legal: L8 B1 Jackson’s Add, Pend Oreille Co., WA Notice of Trustee’s Sale Pursuant to the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et

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seq. THIS NOTICE IS THE FINAL STEP BEFORE THE FORECLOSURE SALE OF YOUR HOME You have only 20 DAYS from the recording date of this notice to pursue mediation. DO NOT DELAY. CONTACT A HOUSING COUNSELOR OR AN ATTORNEY LICENSED IN WASHINGTON NOW to assess your situation and refer you to mediation if you are eligible and it may help you save your home. See below for safe sources of help. SEEKING ASSISTANCE Housing counselors and legal assistance may be available at little or no cost to you. If you would like assistance in determining your rights and opportunities to keep your house, you may contact the following: The statewide foreclosure hotline for assistance and referral to housing counselors recommended by the Housing Finance Commission Telephone: Toll-free: 1-877-894-HOME (1-877-894-4663). Web site: http://www.dfi.wa.gov/ consumers/homeownership/post_purchase_counselors_foreclosure.htm The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development Telephone: Toll-free: 1-800-569-4287. Web site: http://www.hud. gov/offices/hsg/sfh/hcc/ fc/index.cfm?webListAc tion=search&searchstat e=WA&filterSvc=dfc The statewide civil legal aid hotline for assistance and referrals to other housing counselors and attorneys Telephone: Toll-free: 1-800606-4819. Web site: http:// nwjustice.org/what-clear. I. On August 9, 2013, at 10:00 a.m. inside the main lobby of the Hall of Justice, 229 South Garden Avenue in the City of Newport, State of Washington, the undersigned Trustee (subject to any conditions imposed by the Trustee) will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder, payable at time of sale, the following described real property “Property”, situated in the County(ies) of PEND OREILLE, State of Washington: Lot 8 in Block 1 of Jackson’s Addition to the Town of Newport, Plat Book 2, page 105, Records of the Auditor of Pend Oreille County, Washington. Commonly known as: 502 West Willow Street Newport, WA 99156-9659 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated 12/06/06, recorded on 12/18/06, under Auditor’s File No. 2006 0290521, records of PEND OREILLE County, Washington, from Mark W. Hethorn, and Kari L. Hethorn, husband and wife, as Grantor, to Recontrust Company, N.A., as Trustee, to secure an obligation “Obligation” in favor of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for Countrywide Bank, N.A., its successors and assigns, as Beneficiary, the beneficial interest in which was assigned by Bank of America, N.A. to Nationstar Mortgage LLC, under an Assignment/ Successive Assignments recorded under Auditor’s File No. 20130313997. *The Tax Parcel ID number and Abbreviated Legal Description are provided solely to comply with the recording statutes and are not intended to supplement, amend or supersede the Property’s full legal description provided herein. II. No action commenced by the Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust is now pending to seek satisfaction of the Obligation in any Court by reason of the Grantor’s or Borrower’s default on the Obligation secured by the Deed of Trust. III. The Beneficiary alleges default of the Deed of Trust for failure to pay the following amounts now in arrears and/or other defaults: Amount due to reinstate

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by 04/01/2013 Monthly Payments $51,012.61 Late Charges $2,488.40 Lender’s Fees & Costs $6,824.10 Total Arrearage $60,325.11 Trustee’s Expenses (Itemization) Trustee’s Fee $875.00 Title Report $576.74 Statutory Mailings $30.00 Recording Costs $15.00 Postings $70.00 Sale Costs $0.00 Total Costs $1,566.74 Total Amount Due: $61,891.85 Other known defaults as follows: IV. The sum owing on the Obligation is: Principal Balance of $136,968.31, together with interest as provided in the note or other instrument evidencing the Obligation from 11/01/09, and such other costs and fees as are due under the Obligation, and as are provided by statute. V. The Property will be sold to satisfy the expense of sale and the Obligation as provided by statute. The sale will be made without representation or warranty, express or implied regarding title, possession, encumbrances or condition of the Property on August 9, 2013. The default(s) referred to in paragraph III, together with any subsequent payments, late charges, advances costs and fees thereafter due, must be cured by 07/29/13 (11 days before the sale date), to cause a discontinuance of the sale. The sale will be discontinued and terminated if at any time before 07/29/13 (11 days before the sale date), the default(s) as set forth in paragraph III, together with any subsequent payments, late charges, advances, costs and fees thereafter due, is/are cured and the Trustee’s fees and costs are paid. The sale may be terminated any time after 07/29/13 (11 days before the sale date), and before the sale by the Borrower, Grantor, any Guarantor or the holder of any recorded junior lien or encumbrance paying the entire balance of principal and interest secured by the Deed of Trust, plus costs, fees, and advances, if any made pursuant to the terms of the obligation and/or Deed of Trust, and curing all other defaults. VI. A written notice of default was transmitted by the Beneficiary or Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the following address(es): NAME AND ADDRESS Mark W. Hethorn 502 West Willow Street Newport, WA 99156 Kari L. Hethorn 502 West Willow Street Newport, WA 99156 Mark W. Hethorn 502 Willow Street Newport, WA 99156 Kari L. Hethorn 502 Willow Street Newport, WA 99156 Mark W. Hethorn 502 West Willow Newport, WA 99156 Kari L. Hethorn 502 West Willow Newport, WA 99156 by both first class and certified mail, return receipt requested on 12/18/12, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and on 12/18/12 Grantor and Borrower were personally served with said written notice of default or the written notice of default was posted on a conspicuous place on the real property described in paragraph I above, and the Trustee has possession of proof of such service or posting. VII. The Trustee, whose name and address are set forth below, will provide in writing to anyone requesting it a statement of all costs and trustee’s fees due at any time prior to the sale. VIII. The effect of the sale will be to deprive the Grantor and all those who hold by, through or under the Grantor of all their interest in the Property. IX. Anyone having any objection to the sale on any grounds whatsoever will be afforded an opportunity to be heard as to those objections if they bring a lawsuit to restrain the sale pursuant to RCW 61.24.130. Failure to bring such a lawsuit may result

in a waiver of any proper grounds for invalidating the Trustee’s sale. X. NOTICE TO OCCUPANTS OR TENANTS - The purchaser at the Trustee’s Sale is entitled to possession of the property on the 20th day following the sale, as against the Grantor under the Deed of Trust (the owner) and anyone having an interest junior to the Deed of Trust, including occupants who are not tenants. After the 20th day following the sale the purchaser has the right to evict occupants who are not tenants by summary proceedings under Chapter 59.12 RCW. For tenant-occupied property, the purchaser shall provide a tenant with written notice in accordance with RCW 61.24.060. The trustee’s rules of auction may be accessed at www.northwesttrustee.com and are incorporated by this reference. You may also access sale status at www.northwesttrustee.com and www. USA-Foreclosure.com. EFFECTIVE: 04/01/2013 Date Executed: Northwest Trustee Services, Inc., Trustee Authorized Signature P.O. BOX 997 Bellevue, WA 98009-0997 Contact: Vonnie McElligott (425) 5861900. (TS# 7303.23162) 1002.237114-File No. Published in The Newport Miner July 10 and 31, 2013. (23, 26)

_________________ 2013222 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE TS No.: WA-10-404610SH APN No.: 443117430001 Title Order No.: 1 0 0 7 1 0 3 2 8 - WA - G N O Grantor(s): ROY L RUSHI N G , B R A N D I F RY Grantee(s): LONG BEACH MORTGAGE COMPANY Deed of Trust Instrument/ Reference No.: 2006 0289735 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Pursuant to the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et. seq. I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Quality Loan Service Corp. of Washington, the undersigned Trustee, will on 8/9/2013, at 10:00 AM At the main entrance to the Superior Courthouse, 229 S. Garden Avenue, Newport, WA 99156 sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder, payable in the form of credit bid or cash bid in the form of cashier’s check or certified checks from federally or State chartered banks, at the time of sale the following described real property, situated in the County of Pend Oreille, State of Washington, to wit: THE EAST HALF OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER AND THAT PART OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING AT A POINT 400 FEET WEST OF THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SECTION 17, TOWNSHIP 31 NORTH, RANGE 44 EWM; THENCE,NORTH 40º10’ WEST, 258 FEET; THENCE NORTH 69º38’ WEST, 790 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO AN INTERSECTION WITH THE WEST LINE OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 17; THENCE SOUTH ALONG SAID WEST LINE 475 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID SECTION 17; THENCE, EAST ALONG SAID SECTION LINE 920 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. CARRIED ON THE COUNTY ASSESSORS TAX ROLLS AS TAX 1. ALL IN SECTION 17, TOWNSHIP 31 NORTH, RANGE 44 EWM, PEND OREILLE COUNTY, WASHINGTON. More commonly known as: 215 SUNRISE HILL LN , NEWPORT, WA 99156 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust

dated 10/18/2006, recorded 10/26/2006, under 2006 0289735 records of Pend Oreille County, Washington, from ROY L. RUSHING AND BRANDI FRY , HUSBAND AND WIFE, as Grantor(s), to FRONTIER TITLE & ESCROW COMPAN, as Trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of LONG BEACH MORTGAGE COMPANY, as Beneficiary, the beneficial interest in which was assigned by LONG BEACH MORTGAGE COMPANY (or by its successors-in-interest and/ or assigns, if any), to Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Long Beach Mortgage Loan Trust 2006-11. II. No action commenced by the Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust is now pending to seek satisfaction of the obligation in any Court by reason of the Borrower’s or Grantor’s default on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust/Mortgage. III. The default(s) for which this foreclosure is made is/are as follows: Failure to pay when due the following amounts which are now in arrears: $52,881.20 IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: The principal sum of $106,433.22, together with interest as provided in the Note from the 11/1/2009, and such other costs and fees as are provided by statute. V. The above-described real property will be sold to satisfy the expense of sale and the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust as provided by statute. Said sale will be made without warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances on 8/9/2013. The defaults referred to in Paragraph III must be cured by 7/29/2013 (11 days before the sale date) to cause a discontinuance of the sale. The sale will be discontinued and terminated if at any time before 7/29/2013 (11 days before the sale) the default as set forth in Paragraph III is cured and the Trustee’s fees and costs are paid. Payment must be in cash or with cashiers or certified checks from a State or federally chartered bank. The sale may be terminated any time after the 7/29/2013 (11 days before the sale date) and before the sale, by the Borrower or Grantor or the holder of any recorded junior lien or encumbrance by paying the principal and interest, plus costs, fees and advances, if any, made pursuant to the terms of the obligation and/or Deed of Trust, and curing all other defaults. VI. A written Notice of Default was transmitted by the Beneficiary or Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the following address(es): NAME ROY L. RUSHING AND BRANDI FRY , HUSBAND AND WIFE ADDRESS 215 SUNRISE HILL LN, NEWPORT, WA 99156 by both first class and certified mail, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and the Borrower and Grantor were personally served, if applicable, with said written Notice of Default or the written Notice of Default was posted in a conspicuous place on the real property described in Paragraph I above, and the Trustee has possession of proof of such service or posting. These requirements were completed as of 10/24/2012. VII. The Trustee whose name and address are set forth below will provide in writing to anyone requesting it, a statement of all costs and fees due at any time prior to the sale. VIII. The effect of the sale will be to deprive the Grantor and all those who hold by, through or under the Grantor of all their interest in the above-de-

scribed property. IX. Anyone having any objections to this sale on any grounds whatsoever will be afforded an opportunity to be heard as to those objections if they bring a lawsuit to restrain the sale pursuant to RCW 61.24.130. Failure to bring such a lawsuit may result in a waiver of any proper grounds for invalidating the Trustee’s sale. X. NOTICE TO OCCUPANTS OR TENANTS - The purchaser at the Trustee’s Sale is entitled to possession of the property on the 20th day following the sale, as against the Grantor under the deed of trust (the owner) and anyone having an interest junior to the deed of trust, including occupants who are not tenants. After the 20th day following the sale the purchaser has the right to evict occupants who are not tenants by summary proceedings under Chapter 59.12 RCW. For tenantoccupied property, the purchaser shall provide a tenant with written notice in accordance with RCW 61.24.060. THIS NOTICE IS THE FINAL STEP BEFORE THE FORECLOSURE SALE OF YOUR HOME. You have only 20 DAYS from the recording date of this notice to pursue mediation. DO NOT DELAY. CONTACT A HOUSING COUNSELOR OR AN ATTORNEY LICENSED IN WASHINGTON NOW to assess your situation and refer you to mediation if you are eligible and it may help you save your home. See below for safe sources of help. SEEKING ASSISTANCE Housing counselors and legal assistance may be available at little or no cost to you. If you would like assistance in determining your rights and opportunities to keep your house, you may contact the following: The statewide foreclosure hotline for assistance and referral to housing counselors recommended by the Housing Finance Commission: Toll-free: 1-877-894-HOME (1-877894-4663) or Web site: http://www.dfi.wa.gov/consumers/homeownership/ post_purchase_counselors_foreclosure.htm. The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development: Toll-free: 1-800-569-4287 or National Web Site: http://portal.hud.gov/hudpor tal/ HUD or for Local counseling agencies in Washington: http://www.hud.gov/ offices/hsg/sfh/hcc/fc/index.cfm?webListAction=s earch&searchstate=WA&f ilterSvc=dfc The statewide civil legal aid hotline for assistance and referrals to other housing counselors and attorneys: Telephone: 1-800-606-4819 or Web site: http://nwjustice.org/ what-clear. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. THIS OFFICE IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted CONTINUED ON 8B

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The following cases were resolved in Pend Oreille County District Court by Judge Philip Van de Veer.

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Jordan Alford, 18, was sentenced to 364 (363 suspended), 24 months probation and fined $5,000 ($4,800 suspended) for minor possession and consumption of alcohol; $1,643 total fees and fine. Joseph Cushman, 48, was sentenced to 364 days in jail (363 suspended), 24 months probation and fined $5,000 ($4,000 suspended) for reckless endangerment; $1,482 total fees and fine. Martin Hackett, 25, was sentenced to 90 days in jail (71 suspended) and fined $1,000 ($1,000 suspended)

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for third degree driving while license suspended. Bobby Holt, 48, was sentenced to 90 days (80 suspended) 12 months probation for third degree driving while license suspended and 10 days in jail (10 days suspended) for a probation violation; $293 total fees. Kelly Wood, 44, was sentenced to 364 days in jail (274 suspended) 60 months probation and fined $5,000 ($2,000 suspended) for driving under the influence; $4,200 total fees and fine. Richard Yeager, 53, was sentenced to 364 days in jail (362 suspended) 60 months probation and fined $5,000 ($4,000 suspended) for being in physical control of a vehicle while under the influence;

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WEDNESDAY, JULY 10 Rotary Club: 7:15 a.m. - Oldtown Rotary Park Overeaters Anonymous: 7:30 a.m. - Pineridge Community Church, 1428 W. First St., Newport, use back entrance Fiber Arts Knitting and Spinning Group: 9 a.m. - Create Arts Center, Newport Newport TOPS: 9 a.m. - Newport Eagles Museum Open: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Newport, 402 S. Washington Ave. Story Time: 10:30 a.m. - Blanchard Library Weight Watchers: 11 a.m. Weigh in and 11:30 to Noon meeting - Camas Center for Community Wellness, Usk Priest River Lioness: 11:30 a.m. Priest River Senior Center Home and Community Educators Diamond Lake Club: Noon - Call Billie Goodno at 509-447-3781 or Chris King at 208-437-0971 Al-Anon: Noon - American Lutheran Church Weavers’ Group: Noon to 3:30 p.m. - Create Arts Center Pinochle: 1 p.m. - Priest River Senior Center Jessa’s Creative Dance Class: 4 p.m. - Create Arts Center Alcoholics Anonymous: 5:45 p.m. Cornerstone Building, Oldtown Priest River TOPS: 6 p.m. - Priest River Free Methodist Church Spirit Lake Historical Society: 6:30 p.m. - Call 208-665-5921 for loca-

tions Alcoholics Anonymous: 7 p.m. Cornerstone Building, Oldtown THURSDAY, JULY 11 Priest River Food Bank Open: 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. - Priest River Senior Center Museum Open: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Newport, 402 S. Washington Ave. BASIC Meeting: 10 a.m. - Blanchard Community Center Story Time: 10:30 a.m. - Priest River Library Open Painting Workshop: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. - Create Arts Center, Newport Home and Community Educators Dalkena Club: Noon - Call Bonnie Witt 509-447-3647 or Billie Goodno at 509-447-3781 Duplicate Bridge: 12:30 p.m. - Hospitality House in Newport Loosely Knit: 1-3 p.m. - Calispel Valley Library, Cusick After School Readers Club: 3 p.m. Priest River Library Family Movie Night: 5:30-8 p.m. Newport Library Celebrate Recovery: 5:30 p.m. House of the Lord, 754 Silverbirch Lane, Oldtown Pend Oreille Kids Club: 6 p.m. Pend Oreille Mennonite Church Pinochle: 6 p.m. - Hospitality House in Newport Alcoholics Anonymous: 7 p.m. Blanchard Community Church FRIDAY, JULY 12

to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. Dated: 4/4/2013 Quality Loan Service Corp. of Washington, as Trustee By: Tricia Moreno, Assistant Secretary Trustee’s Mailing Address: Quality Loan Service Corp. of Washington C/O Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 Fifth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101 (866) 645-7711 Trustee’s Physical Address: Quality Loan Service Corp. of Washington 19735 10th Avenue NE, Suite N-200 Poulsbo, WA 98370 (866) 645-7711 Sale Line: 714573-1965 Or Login to: http://wa.qualityloan.com TS No.: WA-10-404610-SH P1030802 7/10, 07/31/2013 Published in The Newport Miner July 10 and 31, 2013. (23, 26)

_________________ 2013224 SUPERIOR COURT, STATE OF WASHINGTON, COUNTY OF SPOKANE No. 13-4-00932-5 PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.030) In re the Estate of: KIMBERLY LYNN HEFFERNAN, Deceased. The Personal Representative named below has been appointed as Personal Representative 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 limita-

tions, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the Personal Representative or the Personal Representative’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 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 forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and non-probate assets. DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: July 10, 2013. David Theodore Koss, Jr. 21812 N. LeClerc Road Cusick, WA 99119 PAINE HAMBLEN LLP Frederic G. Emry, WSBA #1933 Attorneys for Petitioner 717 West Sprague Avenue, Suite 1200 Spokane, WA 992013505 Published in The Newport Miner July 10, 17 and 24, 2013. (23-3)

_________________ 2013225 PUBLIC NOTICE Selkirk School District #70, Pend Oreille County, has begun preparation of

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John Fry, 59, was sentenced to 364 days in jail (304 suspended) 60 months probation and fined $5,000 ($3,300 suspended) for reckless endangerment; $1,789 total fees and fine. Joshua Hubert, 24, was sentenced to 90 days in jail (89 suspended) and fined $1,000 ($750 suspended) for third degree driving while license suspended; $543 total fees and fine. Wesley Lubahn, 34, was sentenced to 364 days in jail (304 suspended) 24 months probation and was fined $5,000 ($4,800 suspended) for third degree driving while

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SATURDAY, JULY 13 Historical Society Weekend: Newport, Usk Cusick Schools Reunion: County Fairgrounds, Highway 20 Pend Oreille Valley Farmers Market: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. - Newport, 240 N. Union Ave.

the 2013-14 budget and the preliminary budget is on file in the school district administration office located at 219 Park Street in Metaline Falls. The preliminary budget will be available for review to any person who might request such. Also, let it be publicly known to all persons that the Board of Directors of Selkirk School District #70, Pend Oreille County, will meet in a public meeting on Monday, July 29th, 2013 at 6:00 p.m. at Selkirk High School, Music Room for the purpose of fixing and adopting the 2013-14 Fiscal Budget of the District. Any interested person may appear at this meeting and will be given the opportunity to be heard for or against any part of the proposed 2013-14 budget. Nancy J. Lotze Superintendent Published in The Newport Miner July 10 and 17, 2013. (23-2)

_________________ 2013226 NEWPORT SCHOOL DISTRICT NOTICE OF BOARD WORK SESSION The Board of Directors of Newport Consolidated Joint School District has called a board work session for Monday, July 22, 2013 at 4:00 pm in the Newport School District Board Room to study and discuss information regarding the 2013-2014 school year budget. Following the work session, the regular board meeting will begin at 5:00 PM.

license suspended; $593 total fees and fines. Timothy Miller Ray, 24, was sentenced to 364 days in jail (361 suspended) 24 months probation and fined $5,000 ($4,750 suspended) for third degree driving while license suspended; $1,493 total fees and fine. Eric Neighbors, 27, was sentenced to 364 days in jail (334 suspended) 24 months probation and fined $5,000 ($4,800 suspended) for fourth degree assault; $1,443 total fees and fine. Chanel Trim, 28, was sentenced to 364 days in jail (363 suspended) 24 months probation and fined $5,000 ($5,000 suspended) for fourth degree assault domestic violence; $163 total fees.

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Historical Society Weekend: Newport, Usk People of the Pend Oreille Golf Tournament: StoneRidge Blanchard TOPS: 8:30-10 a.m. Blanchard Community Church PRM-Advocates for Women: 9:30-11 a.m. - Cornerstone Mall, Oldtown Museum Open: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Newport, 402 S. Washington Ave. Story Time: 11 a.m. - Newport Library Museum Dedication of Oil House: 11:45 a.m. - The Pend Oreille County Historical Society Museum Happy Agers Meeting and Potluck: Noon - Priest River Senior Center Diabetic Support Group: 1 p.m. Newport Hospital, Call 509-447-3556 Dance Classes: 5:30-6:30 p.m. Create Arts Center, Newport Little Grand Old Opry Show: 6 p.m. - Hospitality House, Newport One Act Play Festival: 7 p.m. - Pend Oreille Playhouse Alcoholics Anonymous Open Meeting: 7 p.m. - Priest River VFW Al-Anon: 7-8 p.m. - Priest River, 119 Main St., Suite 204, Room 16, Call Jan 208-946-6131

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Women’s AA: 9:30 a.m. - Create Arts Center, Newport Kids Movie Club: 10 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. - Newport Library Kalispel Horseback Poker Ride: 10 a.m. - Powwow Grounds Museum Open: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Newport, 402 S. Washington Ave. Happy Agers Card Party: 1 p.m. Priest River Senior Center AA Meeting: 5 p.m. - Cornerstone Building, Selkirk Way, Oldtown Set Free Northwest Meal and Worship: 6:30 p.m. - Conerstone Building Behind Ace Hardware, Oldtown One Act Play Festival: 7 p.m. - Pend Oreille Playhouse SUNDAY, JULY 14 Museum Open: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Newport, 402 S. Washington Ave. Tacoma Creek Potluck: Noon - Fairgrounds, Cusick Newport Youth: 4 p.m. - Sadie Halstead Middle School Alcoholics Anonymous: 7 p.m. Cornerstone Building, Oldtown MONDAY, JULY 15 Country Breakfast: 7-11 a.m. Blanchard Community Center Museum Open: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Newport, 402 S. Washington Ave. Priest River Lions: 6:30 p.m. - Priest River Senior Center Alcoholics Anonymous: 7 p.m. Blanchard Community Church Alcoholics Anonymous: 7 p.m. - Pend Oreille Bible Church in

_________________ 2013227 PUBLIC NOTICE OF BUDGET HEARING Let it be publicly known to all persons that the NEWPORT CONSOLIDATED JOINT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 56-415, PEND OREILLE COUNTY, STATE OF WASHINGTON, is preparing the 20132014 FISCAL BUDGET and that the completed budget will be on file in the School District Administration Office, located at 1380 West 5th Street, Newport, Washington. A copy of the completed budget will be available for review beginning July 18, 2013 to any person who might request such. Also, let it be publicly known to all persons that the Board of Directors of NEWPORT CONSOLIDATED JOINT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 56-415, PEND OREILLE COUNTY, STATE OF WASHINGTON, will meet in public meeting at 5:00 PM on Monday, July 29, 2013, in the Board Room for the purpose of revising and adopting the 2013-2014 FISCAL BUDGET. Any inquiries regarding this notice should be directed to Dave Smith or Tom Crouch at (509) 447-3167. ATTEST: APRIL OWEN CHAIR OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS SIGNED: DAVE SMITH, SUPERINTENDENT SECRETARY OF THE

Justin D. Ackaret, 32, is wanted on one Pend Oreille County warrant for 2nd degree criminal trespass and reckless endangerment. He is 6 feet tall and weights 250 pounds with blue eyes and brown hair. His last known address was in the Newport area. Tyler R. Tinney, 24, is wanted on four Pend Oreille County warrants for failure to appear on original charges of assault, residential burglary and theft 3rd

degree. He is 5 feet, 9 inches tall and weighs 150 pounds, with brown eyes and brown hair. His known address was in the Newport area. Rex J. Benham, 52, is wanted on three Pend Oreille County warrants for failure to appear on original charges of driving whiles suspended 3rd degree and use of drug paraphernalia. He is 5 feet, 10 inches tall and weighs 185 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes. His last known address was in the Cusick area. Brett A. Carpenter, 26, is wanted on two Pend Oreille County warrants for failure to appear on original charges of negligent driving and DUI. He is 5 feet, 10 inches tall and weighs 175 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes. His last known address was in the Newport area.

Cusick TUESDAY, JULY 16 Blanchard Stitchers Quilting Session: 9 a.m. to noon - Blanchard Community Center Blanchard Spinners: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. - Blanchard Community Center Kinship Caregivers Foster Parent Support Group: 9-11 a.m. - Sandifur Room, Newport Hospital Families For Kids and DCFS: 9-11 a.m. - 1600 W. First St., Newport Mothers of Preschoolers Gathering: 10 a.m. - Priest River Assembly of God Church Museum Open: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Newport, 402 S. Washington Ave. Soroptimist International of Newport Social Meeting: 1212:30 p.m. - Pineridge Community Church Jessa’s Creative Dance Class: 4 p.m. - Create Arts Center Weight Watchers: 5:30-6 p.m. Weigh in and 6 p.m. meeting - Pineridge Community Church, 1428 W. First St., Newport Pinochle: 6 p.m. - Calispel Valley Library, Cusick Bingo: 6:30 p.m. - Newport Eagles Belly Dance Fitness: 6:30-7:30 p.m. - Create Arts Center, Newport Alcoholics Anonymous: 7 p.m. - St. Anthony’s Church WEDNESDAY, JULY 17 Rotary Club: 7:15 a.m. - Oldtown Rotary Park

Overeaters Anonymous: 7:30 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 Museum Open: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Newport, 402 S. Washington Ave. Master Chef Cooking Series: 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. - Blanchard Community Center Story Time: 10:30 a.m. - Blanchard Library Weight Watchers: 11 a.m. Weigh in and 11:30 to Noon meeting - Camas Center for Community Wellness, Usk Al-Anon: Noon - American Lutheran Church Pinochle: 1 p.m. - Priest River Senior Center Jessa’s Creative Dance Class: 4 p.m. - Create Arts Center Alcoholics Anonymous: 5:45 p.m. Cornerstone Building, Oldtown Priest River Animal Rescue: 6 p.m. - 1710 9th St., Priest River Priest River TOPS: 6 p.m. - Priest River Free Methodist Church North Idaho Pattern Racers 4-H: 6 p.m. - Cornerstone Building, Oldtown York Rite of Freemasonry: 6:30 p.m. - Spirit Lake Temple Veterans of Foreign Wars Post/ Auxiliary: 1 p.m. - Priest River VFW

BOARD OF DIRECTORS Published in The Newport Miner July 10 and 17, 2013. (23-2)

Editor’s Note: The following are descriptions of people currently wanted by the Pend Oreille County Sheriff’s Office and other law enforcement agencies. Any information about these suspects should be directed to the sheriff’s office by calling 509-4473151. This is a regular section of The Miner. All information is provided by the sheriff’s office.

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________________ 2013228 DECISION NOTICE Whiteman/UMB Leclerc Creek Fish Habitat Improvement Environmental Assessment USDA Forest Service Colville National Forest Newport-Sullivan Lake Ranger Districts Pend Oreille County, Washington On July 5, 2013 District Ranger Gayne Sears made a decision to implement Alternative B of the White Man and Upper Middle Branch LeClerc Creek EA. This alternative is designed to provide the greatest emphasis upon improving fisheries habitat. Projects include placement of in-stream large woody debris, pool habitat construction, and removal of a fish barrier. These activities are on the Newport-Sullivan Lake Ranger Districts of the Colville National Forest. The associated Decision Notice and Finding of No Significant Impact are available on the Colville National Forest website: http://www.fs.usda.gov/ projects/colville/landmanagement/projects and upon request from the Newport-Sullivan Lake RD, 315 North Warren, Newport, WA 99156. This decision is not subject to appeal because

only supportive comments were received. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is an equal opportunity provider and employer. Published in The Newport Miner July 10, 2013. (23)

_________________ 2013229 SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF PEND OREILLE No.: 13-4-00030-3 Probate Notice To Creditors (RCW 11.40.030) In the Estate of: MARVA L. BETZ, Deceased. The person named below has been appointed as Personal Representative 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 provided by RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the Personal Representatives or the Personal Representatives’ 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 Representatives served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.040.020(1) (c); 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 forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. Date of First Publication: July 10, 2013 Personal Representatives: William Betz Attorney for Personal Representatives: Linda J. Mathis Address for Mailing or Service: 301 W. Spruce St., Suite B Newport, WA 99156 /s/ Linda J. Mathis Linda J. Mathis Attorney for Personal Representative WSBA # 16495 Published in The Newport Miner July 10, 17, and 24, 2013. (23-3)

_________________ 2013230 NOTICE OF APPLICATION AND ACTION Pursuant to 43.21C RCW, notice is hereby given that Pend Oreille County did on July 08, 2013 receive a complete SEPA Environmental Checklist with supplemental documents (Site Plans) prepared for the Riverview Bible Camp Meeting Facility Project (SEPA-13-005). Locations: 408771 SR 20, Cusick, WA 99119. Any person desiring to express their views or to be notified of the action taken on this application should contact the County Community Development Dept. Pend Oreille County has reviewed the proposed project for probable

adverse environmental impacts and expects to issue a Determination of Nonsignificance (DNS) for this project. The optional DNS process in WAC 19711-355 is being used. This may be your only opportunity to comment on the environmental impacts of the proposed application. Written comments on the SEPA checklist must be submitted to Pend Oreille County no later than July 25, 2013. The submitted application and related documents may be examined by the public between 8:00 AM & 4:30 PM at the County Courthouse, Lower Level, 625 W. 4th, Newport, WA 99156, (509) 447-4821 and is available on the Pend Oreille County website: www.pendoreilleco.org. Contact: Todd McLaughlin, Natural Resource Planner, tmclaughlin@pendoreille. org. Required Permit(s): Commercial Building Permit (POC), Grading and Fill Permit (POC), Forest Practices Permit (WA DNR) Date of permit application: July 03, 2013 Date of determination of completeness: July 08, 2013 Date of notice of application and action: July 08, 2013 Published in The Newport Miner July 10 and 17, 2013. (23-2)

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