Newport Miner August 13, 2014 by The Newport Miner

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Hunt, Dansel maintain their lead

Candidates disappointed by low voter turnout BY MINER STAFF

NEWPORT – The primary election is over and the few candidates with an opponent have some idea Dansel of where they stand. Only one race actually narrowed the field. In the race for the 5th District seat in the U.S. House of Repre- Hunt

sentatives, incumbent Cathy McMorris Rodgers, a Republican, will face Democrat Joe Pakootas in the general election. Dave Wilson, an Independent, and Tom Horne, a Republican, were eliminated in the Booth primary. McMorris Rodgers is leading in Pend Oreille County with 1,673 votes. Next is Pakootas, McCroskey

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Three severe weather advisories in three weeks

PUD has all power restored; waits for next hit BY DESIREÉ HOOD OF THE MINER

NEWPORT – Three severe weather advisories have been placed on Pend Oreille and West Bonner counties in as many weeks, with thousands of residents barely having power restored from the first two

storms before new fears arise of more days in the dark. (Follow The Miner Online for updated information during the week.) Storms tore through the region on July 23 and Aug. 2, both leaving thousands of residents without power. A red flag warning was issued Tuesday, Aug. 12, for most of the Inland Northwest, stating high winds, SEE PUD, 2A

MINER PHOTO|MICHELLE NEDVED

A peaceful paddle The weather was perfect Saturday for the annual Pend Oreille River Poker Paddle. These paddlers come into Cusick Park Saturday afternoon, after paddling the river from Gregg’s Addition just north of Newport. Sixty-three paddlers signed up this year, down from last year’s 75. This year’s paddle included a Water Festival at the Cusick Park Saturday afternoon. Community Development Director Mike Lithgow said overall the event was a success and he hopes to do it again next year. Revenue from the Water Festival goes to support the Pend Oreille County Parks and Recreation fund.

Power generation can be done at home BY DESIREÉ HOOD OF THE MINER

NEWPORT – Kim Gentle knows first-hand how power generation functions after being raised by parents who generated power for their own use in Pend Oreille County. Now she is the PUD’s expert on

acquiring and selling electric power through a complex system, in her role as power and risk manager. New technology and laws that make it mandatory for utilities to buy power from individuals have created new interest in small electricity producing around the country and here.

When reflecting on her past she says: “It’s [producing your own power] pretty common in very rural areas like ours. It’s just stand alone, you are completely on your own.” Gentle said they were considered “odd” during her childhood for not SEE POWER, 2A

County fair livestock sale rewards top stock BY DON GRONNING OF THE MINER

CUSICK – Kaleigh Driver remembers one of her first times taking an animal through the Market Animal Sale at the Pend Oreille County Fair. “When I was 9, my steer got away,” she says. “My father and another man helped me catch it.” Driver, now 16, is a veteran at the sale. While her first sale was memorable, it didn’t compare to the time that a steer licked her face the entire time she was showing it. “That probably got me a better price,” she laughs. The Market Animal Sale is the payoff for raising and caring for the animals. Young people spend every day from spring up until mid-August preparing their animals for the fair. Driver plans to have a hog and a steer in this year’s auction. SEE STOCK, 2A

COURTESY PHOTO|KELLY DRIVER

Kaleigh Driver shows her hog during last year’s sale. Driver plans to have a hog and a steer at this year’s sale. The money she earns will go towards college. She hopes to go to law school.

COURTESY PHOTO|ALYX HANSON

Ashley and Alyx Hanson put their hogs through the Market Animal Sale at last year’s Pend Oreille County Fair. They raised the hogs from birth. The sale is an opportunity to support the young livestock producers.

B R I E F LY Vegetation drop extended another week

NEWPORT – People will still be able to drop off vegetative debris at the road shop, located at 9302 Deer Valley Road, through Aug. 21. Pend Oreille County commissioners extended the vegetative debris drop because of the demand. While the vegetative debris will be accepted for free at the road shop, it will not be accepted for free at the transfer station. The vegetative debris collection site is open seven days a week, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The transfer station will be also open seven days a week, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. through the month of August, to handle debris at their normal tipping fee of $108 per ton plus tax. The extended schedule is due to the two

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Man arrested for battery, pot possession PRIEST RIVER – A 68-year-old Priest River man was arrested for allegedly putting a baggie of marijuana under the shirt and bra of a girl under 16 years old. Nathan E. Lawrence was arrested Saturday, Aug. 9. He was charged with misdemeanor battery and possession of a controlled substance. He is held on $300 bond. According to a statement of probable cause, Lawrence was allegedly drunk when he approached the girl and asked if she wanted some pot. The girl said no and 5B-8B

left. Lawrence allegedly went to his home, located on the same property, and returned with some marijuana. He asked again if she wanted any pot and she said no. He then put the bag of pot down her shirt, according to the statement.

Road closed for three weeks NEWPORT – Best Chance Road at Skookum Creek will be closed near mile marker 5 in Pend Oreille County, starting Aug. 18. The road will be closed for three weeks while a bridge is replaced. Call the public works department at 509-447-4513 for more information.

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POWER: PUD has two types of energy FROM PAGE 1

being connected to a power grid. She said they had to make lifestyle changes to accommodate having less power, which was stored in large batteries. There was no vacuuming and the wood stove vents were off unless a generator was running and the refrigerator ran on propane. She said they even had gravity fed water instead of pump fed, which her father designed. “It was a challenge,” Gentle said. For some area residents, this is the lifestyle they have chosen, however, Gentle said she appreciates being connected to the power grid currently, especially because she has children. And she works to maintain that flow to the PUD’s customers. Technology has improved since Gentle was a child and more area residents are showing interest in Distributed Generation. There are currently three Distributed Generation customers in the county and Gentle said the interest is growing. The PUD has two different types of energy, centralized and distributed. Centralized generation is what the PUD produces from Box Canyon Dam. It produces the energy at the “central location” and sends that power out to the homes and businesses in the county. Distributed Generation (DG) is when the PUD distributes the energy from various sources distributed through its system. These sources include power from small scale wind, solar and hydroelectric powered generators. The PUD basically distributes the power made by residents connected to its system of wires and transformers. “It’s a service our customers desire,” Gentle said. “I see it as something that will

‘It’s a service our customers desire. I see it as something that will gain popularity.’ Kim Gentle

PUD power and risk manager

gain popularity.” Because of changing state laws and the increase in popularity, the PUD made changes to its net metering program in late July. Net metering is the service the PUD and other utilities provide to DG customers that allows for energy generated by the customer to be delivered to the local distribution facilities, meaning the energy runs along PUD power lines to the power grid. “Net metering is actually a service,” Gentle said. “It’s not describing the type of generation, it’s not describing the location or size. It’s a service we provide.” Before net metering was required under Washington State Law, Gentle said many people were producing power and not receiving any benefit other than the energy itself. The PUD takes the amount of power the customer consumes on the PUD grid and subtracts the amount of generation the PUD received under the Distributed Generation Resource (DGR). Gentle said they just “net” the two together, which is where the name net metering came from. “Most net meter is in the form of energy instead of in the form of dollars,” Gentle said. “It just reduces their overall consumption and we just bill them on the net energy consumed after this process has occurred.” The PUD made these changes so DG

customers would not affect the general service customers. An independent contractor is currently being sought to perform a cost of service study for DG, as well as for different rate options. Gentle does not think the general service rates will change. “It is not impacting the general service currently. We are ahead of the ball. I don’t think there is urgency, per se,” Gentle said. “We are doing it primarily because of distributed generation, but we will look at a few other things as well, to make sure we are allocating costs to the party who is incurring them. Ideally, as a utility, we want to be neutral.” Gentle said they can change rates at any time, but they don’t want to change the general service rates. They want to change the rate system to impact the DG customers and not those on general service, following all new state laws. In order to start DG with the PUD, customers are charged a one-time fee of $300 for single-phase generation. For 3-phase, a one-time fee of $500 is charged. This fee is for the use of the power lines, which the PUD fixes and maintains, Gentle said. Gentle said DG works better in cities with larger populations because their costs are higher for power and their costs are lower to maintain their lines. Gentle said it is expensive for the PUD to maintain the line infrastructure, regardless of the power being cheaper, because there may be only two customers on two miles of line. She said living in a large city would mean more connections per mile of line, which helps larger utilities with their infrastructure costs. The PUD has inexpensive power costs because of a long-term agreement with Seattle City Light for power out of Boundary Dam. Gentle said the area is also different because of the National Forest running through the middle of the district. “The bulk of our costs are in maintaining the lines,” Gentle said. Gentle said costs to maintain the lines include new poles, wires and transformers for lines damaged by weather and other catastrophic events. The PUD also pays for the linemen to fix any damages to lines, to do vegetation management and keep the wires maintained. Gentle said the PUD is not in any danger from DG currently but there may be a point when DG is detrimental to utilities. She said the customers using DG in California are paying for a larger distribution system because they have to have two lines running from a home that produces power, one to receive power from the power grid and one to send the power they are generating to the facility. “Electricity has to go somewhere,” Gentle said. “We may have to double the infrastructure in order to protect the homes.” Residents have shown interest in the carbon footprint they leave, wanting to leave the world a better place, and Gentle said this interest is driving DG talks. However, Gentle said the biggest benefit for all parties is “customer choice.” “If that’s what they desire, it’s a benefit we are able to give them,” Gentle said. Gentle said the cost to install solar panes was about $30,000-45,000 in 2013. This may generate about 5-6 kilowatts of solar energy. This will not power a house, but will reduce their consumption. Gentle said the cost of installing the panels may take up to seven years to pay off at a larger utility and longer for the PUD. “Each customer has to do the math themselves,” Gentle said.

STOCK: 4-H not required to participate FROM PAGE 1

She bought the pig when it was about six weeks old from Johnny Newman, a local swine producer. She traveled to Othello to buy her steer, a 900-pound Angus cross yearling. The price for the steer was $2 a pound, but the owner let her have it for $1,000. The $1,000 wasn’t the only money she has spent on her animals. “I just bought a ton of grain for $400,” she says. That won’t last long. Her pigs eat about 16 pounds of grain each per day. Driver spends the summer working with her animals, feeding and caring for them and preparing them for the sale, which involves training them for the show ring. Because of the warm weather, pigs won’t exercise much themselves in the summer, but exercise is needed for them to put on the most weight. So Driver takes her pigs for a walk. “We take them out of the

‘It’s unbelievably good meat.’ John Hankey

Market Animal Sale Supporter

pen and walk them,” she says. To keep the pigs in line, treats are used. “They love marshmallows,” she says. Alyx Hanson, 18, was raised in the south part of the county. She has also taken part in the livestock sale for years. The livestock sale literally is the payoff for a summer of work, but Hanson says she enjoys being at the fair as much as anything. She enjoys talking with people about her livestock and just being with the animals. Since the fair takes place in the middle of the summer, the barns are plenty hot, which makes for drowsy animals and people. Hanson says she would lay down with her calf and sleep. “Sleeping with the calf every day was as much fun as being in the ring,” she said. Hanson won’t be at this year’s fair. She left for Oklahoma last week, where she will attend Oklahoma State University, studying business and ag communications. Part of the reason she is able to go to college is because of what she earned during the Market Animal Sale. In the 10 years she has participated, she estimates she earned more than $30,000, which she is using towards her education. She says she has been disciplined about the money, not touching it except for livestock related expenses. If you leave it alone, the money does add up. Some young people use it to buy cars, make a down payment on a house and for college, although the money paves the way for other activities, as well. “My cousin used the money to pay for a six month trip to Uganda,” Hanson says.

Driver plans to use her money to pay for law school. Both Driver and Hanson said it was hard for them to sell their animals the first couple years. “I actually cried the first time I sold a lamb,” says Hanson. “My mom said, ‘if you’re going to cry we won’t do this anymore.’” Driver also was sad the first couple years she sold animals. “You learn not to get too attached to them,” she says. The young livestock producers have a variety of competitions in addition to the sale. Best carcass and most weight gain for the least money are two categories of competition. Former Pend Oreille County commissioner John Hankey has been a long time supporter of the Market Animal Sale. “I like to support the 4-H kids,” Hankey says. While 4-H is a big part of the sale, young people don’t have to be in 4-H to participate. In addition to supporting the youth, Hankey has another reason to buy at the sale. “It’s unbelievably good meat,” he says. “You can’t buy any better beef or pork.” Hankey says business people have another reason to participate. “It’s a great deal for businesses,” he says, as they can deduct the price paid above the regular market price from their taxes. Hankey says the auctions themselves are fun, with buyers competing both to win the bid and to run other bids up. “I remember one year county commissioner Mike Keogh had some grandkids who had some sheep for sale,” Hankey says. Since the buyers knew Keogh was determined to buy his grandchild’s sheep, they didn’t hesitate to bid. “We bid it right up,” Hankey laughs. “We do that once in a while.” Hankey says most kids send out a market letter to let people know they will have animals at the sale. People can support the young livestock ranchers by buying at the sale, as well as by sending support money. “If anyone sends me a letter, I’ll give them support money,” Hankey says. At last year’s Market Animal Sale people bid $69,000 for animals, according to Amanda Driver, who heads up the sale. Nine head of cattle, 43 hogs, 14 lambs and 18 goats were sold, along with a few chickens and rabbits. Driver, who raised animals herself, says the whole process is educational. “It’s a time commitment, both for the family and the youngster,” she says. “It’s pretty much a year long project.” The money is nice, but for Kaleigh Driver, Amanda’s niece, the friendships she makes at the fair are just as valuable. “I love showing, it’s a great experience,” she says. “I get to meet a lot of friends.”

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The weather this time last year was normal for the time of year. We saw some sun, a couple of thunderstorms mid week, followed by a few more days of sun to dry out what rain fell. The high for the week at a warm 94, the nights held the week’s low at 48.

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B R I E F LY Marijuana sales bring $850,00 in state tax OLYMPIA – More than $3.4 million of legal recreational marijuana has been sold in Washington since sales began in early July. The sales produced $851,075 in excise tax, according to the state Liquor Control Board. There are no retail marijuana shops yet licensed in Pend Oreille County, although two producer and processor licenses have been issued. E&B Growers in Usk received both producer and processor licenses, as did BBB Farms in Elk.

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PUD offers help for Neighbors in Need NEWPORT – The Pend Oreille Public Utility District has $22,800 to help pay some of an overdue power bill. Neighbors in Need is a program to help PUD customers in need pay their power bill. The PUD helped more than 125 families last winter with financial assistance on delinquent power bills. The purpose is to help families facing financial crisis situations due to employment layoffs, medical conditions or any unexpected circumstances. Customers qualify if they are in need of financial assistance and have not received the maximum amount of $200 during the past two years. “Our customers contribute money when they make their monthly payment, employees have fundraisers or make contributions and the PUD contributes money and are able to offset 50 percent of the contribution on our Washington State business tax return,” said Elaine Averyt, auditor and customer services manager. Averyt said last year the PUD contributed $10,658 and received a reduction in its taxes of $5,329, for a net out of pocket expense of $5,329. For more information or to apply for the program, call Rural Resources at 509-447-4298.

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A smoother ride POVA’s John Bezanson blows off old, loose asphalt while waiting for the hot mix asphalt to be delivered in Newport recently. POVA crews completed work on the railroad crossing at Fourth and Union streets in Newport. The asphalt on each side of the tracks and between the tracks was ground down and new asphalt replaced last week. The Pines Street crossing was also completed. Port of Pend Oreille Manager Kelly Driver said drivers should notice a much smoother ride at both these locations. The project cost about $10,000, and was paid for out of the POVA’s budget.

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DIAMOND LAKE – Residents on Diamond Lake’s seven-mile shoreline may see an airboat applying chemicals for milfoil and yellow flag iris, Monday through Friday, Aug. 18-22, for the Aquatic Plant Management Project. The weed spraying may cause some water restrictions in the treated areas. Lakeland Restoration Services, hired by the Pend Oreille Conservation District and the Diamond Lake Improvement Association (DLIA), will be doing the treatment as part of a Department of Natural Resources grant for $15,000. They will be meeting with the DLIA volunteer divers Friday, Aug. 15, to pinpoint the exact locations where spraying is needed, weed board coordinator Sharon

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CUSICK – Where do the wild things grow? At the 2014 Pend Oreille County Fair, which starts this week at the fairgrounds in Cusick, Aug. 14-17. The fair includes the Cusick Rodeo, Saturday, Aug. 16, at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Aug. 17 at 1:30 p.m. The official opening of the fair is at noon Thursday, Aug. 14. A highlight of the county fair each year is the Market Animal Sale, set for 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 16. Poultry, rabbit, goats, sheep, beef and swine will be sold in the order they placed in the Ace Selkirk Livestock Arena. (See separate story.) Entertainment and demonstrations are planned throughout fair week. Fitting and showing of various animals will be held each day. Judging of all exhibits begins at 8 a.m. Thursday. A flag ceremony and the singing of the National Anthem are at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, just prior to the official opening of the fair. A horse apple pie eating contest is set for that day at 5 p.m., followed by live music by Tommy Petrie

from 5-6:30 p.m. Handspinning demonstrations will go on all day, each day in the Fleece and Fiber Building. A dog show and a rooster crowing contest are both at 9 a.m. Friday, Aug. 15. Apple pie and monster cookie entries are due by noon Friday. The cat show is at 2 p.m., and demonstrations will be held in the 4-H Exhibit building from 2:30-4:30 p.m. The pocket pet costume contest is at 3 p.m. The Horse Western Games are at 4 p.m. Dave King will perform from 6-8 p.m. On Saturday, barrel racing by the Inland Empire Barrel Racing Association is from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Registration for the car show is from 9-11 a.m. and the show is from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Funny Bunny Costume Contest is at 11 a.m., and fresh huckleberry dessert entries are due by noon Saturday. Skookum Creek performs from 4:30-7 p.m. in the park, and Owen’s caters a fair barbecue at 5 p.m. The 4-H Fashion review is at 6 p.m., and the rodeo begins at 7:30 p.m., with the Fair Family Dance in the park, following the rodeo until about 11 p.m., with live

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his week and next there are great entertainment opportunities close to home. Kids and adults can find something special just for them at a county fair. Pend Oreille County Fair in Cusick is underway. The Bonner County Fair in Sandpoint starts this weekend and runs through next Monday. Both are the real deal; local people, good food, entertainment and lots of animals to look at and even buy. But the hearts of these small county fairs are the people that present the best of what they have produced with their hands and imaginations. Today, with many people even in rural communities believing that their food comes from factories, it is an eye opening experience to face the facts; to face a steer in the eye. Young and old present animals they have raised with pride. Others present their garden vegetables, pies and canned products. There aren’t any factories involved, just hard work – ask them when you are at the fair. That’s part of the fair – talking to people. We can’t imagine a rural community without an annual county fair. How can a summer end properly without celebrating the harvest and the good things that come from the land and water around us? And it’s fun. The best example of this “fair experience” is the animal market sale. Don’t miss this year’s opportunity. They are a chance to purchase or support the young people that learn about farming and responsibilities by raising livestock for sale. If a person bids at the sale they also become an important part of the fair experience. Check the schedules for the day and time of the sales in this newspaper. Don’t miss any of it – it’s an experience of a lifetime.

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The world has been alerted to the worst Ebola outbreak in history with more than 1,700 cases in the areas of Guinea, Liberia and Sierra Leone in West Africa, including 961 deaths, the World Health Organization reports. A U.S. citizen died in Nigeria and a nurse who treated him died in Lagos. Five other people have been isolated with symptoms in the country. Two American patients are being treated at the Emory University Hospital in Atlanta. Both are doctors who were in West Africa to help stop the spread of the Ebola epidemic. The disease also appeared in Spain, brought by a priest who was conducting business in one of the infected countries. The CDC has raised the emergency response to level 1, meaning “all hands on deck.” The CDC has only been at this response level three times in history, including Hurricane Katrina in 2005 and the H1N1 influenza outbreak in 2009. Should Ebola patients be flown to their home country for treatment? No, infected people should be treated in the country where the outbreak occurred. It would pose a risk to the other people in the country for getting the deadly disease.

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YO U R O P I N I O N Pakootas offers an honest choice To the editor: The ability to tell stories and write creatively is a gift. In writing fiction, the writer creates, and the reader is invited to share in an alternate reality that can be empowering, entertaining and/or enlightening. But with much of today’s news (stories), too often we are misdirected by inaccuracies, which challenges one’s ability to distinguish reality. Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers, RWash., continues to tell her story of how she is working hard to improve the quality of life for the people who live in the 5th Congressional District, yet consistently votes against the welfare of her constituents – unless you happen to be a wealthy wheat farmer. She voted to drastically cut food aid last year, and joined her party in resisting emergency benefits to the unemployed, while her constituents continue to suffer: One in six people live below the poverty level; one in five is on food stamps. McMorris Rodgers has told us repeatedly that she is working hard to bring jobs to our region, but has voted against jobs bills that don’t include tax breaks for corporations – many of whom are paying little if any taxes. She continues to spin the tale of how Obamacare is bad for us, despite the fact that participation in the ACA throughout the 5th district is above the state and national average. A gifted storyteller? Perhaps. An honest and truthful person: definitely not. If you’ve out-grown fairy tales, maybe it’s time for a change. Joe Pakootas offers a clear choice

Regardless of what country they’re from, Ebola patients should be treated at the best facility possible. We need to find a cure for this disease.

R E A D E R ’ S P O L L R E S U LT S Do you think Israel had any choice but to attack Gaza? No, Israel has to be able to defend itself against Hamas, a terrorist organization.

37%

63%

Yes, Israel has the largest military in the region and the support of the world’s only superpower, the U.S. Killing so many civilians in such a crowded area is wrong.

Total Votes: 30

with an honest voice. -Gail Cory-Betz Newport

Why do we keep re-electing a failing congress? To the editor: The US Congress has the worst approval rating in its history, and our congresswoman got more than 50 percent of the vote in the recent primary election. In fact 95 percent of congressional incumbents won the primary. If anyone had the same performance rating as our congresswoman at work, would they be able to keep their job? So why do the voters of this congressional district keep re-electing our congresswoman? Why do we like government political failure so much? My view is that a farm, energy, veterans, or immigration bill that results from political compromise is better than no bill at all. Our congresswoman seems satisfied with just obstructing government. Meanwhile the issues and problems just get worse. Congress works on a strict seniority system. The longer a representative serves the more power they receive. Our congresswoman has risen to the No. 4 position in her party, but what good has that brought to this congressional district? Help me out here as I can’t think of a thing or instance where the congresswoman has used her power and influence to the benefit of her constituents. One example is her weak support for our sales tax deduction when we file our IRS income tax return. Now it doesn’t matter if you are a Democrat or Republican, you don’t get to use that deduction unless the House extends it. So what good does it do to return her to the con-

gress? She won’t use her position to benefit the citizens she represents. The Secure Rural Schools funding for counties with non-taxable public forests was reduced under her leadership. Will it survive if she is returned to congress? Why not vote for the Democrat? I don’t think we would be worse off. Give the congresswoman a twoyear break and see if we fair better. -Pete Scobby Newport

McMorris Rodgers doesn’t represent her district To the editor: My congratulations to Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers, R-Wash. Growing up in rural British Columbia, moving to Kettle Falls in high school, attending an unaccredited bible college in Florida, advancing quickly in the state party. She has achieved fame and fortune, rising to the No. 4 position in the National Republican Party, Republican Conference Chairwoman. She is a star on the national stage. She represents the national party quite well, her district, not so much. The 5th District, our district, is the most poverty stricken in the state. She has voted against Veterans benefits. She has voted against equal pay for women. She votes against the working man and woman. She has voted against everyone in this district’s interests, except for the super rich and corporate donors. I’d suggest that if you think I’m pulling your leg about Cathy, you should look it up. Educate yourself and vote, it’s important. It’s important for you, your family and for future generations. -Joe Sherman Cusick

Newport teachers, classified staff, board approves union contracts BY DESIREÉ HOOD OF THE MINER

Yes, they are citizens and should be treated with the best medical attention their home country can provide.

NEWPORT – The Newport Associated Teachers union, (NAT), and the Public School Employees union, (PSE), approved three-year contracts in July, with the classified employees seeing the most benefit during the upcoming school year. The board of directors approved both contracts in July, during regular board meetings. Superintendent Dave Smith said the main priority for union negotiations this year was bringing PSE members up to current standards for the size of the district. “That’s where, financially, my priority was,” Smith said. “To work with the PSE and they (NAT members) understood that,” Smith said. PSE consists of all classified personnel within the district, including secretarial staff, maintenance, janitors, cooks and other non-certified positions.

PSE used to be split into PSE I and PSE II, where paraeducators made up the first union group and the custodians, maintenance, cooks and secretaries made up the second. The two unions have now merged into one. Smith said the negotiating process took longer this year because they had to combine contractual language from two different union groups into one contract. He said each union wanted certain language kept in the contract and they wanted the best options available no matter which contract it was in previously. Smith used the example of seniority, where the union wanted the best options for keeping and maintaining their seniority. They wanted the contract to be beneficial to both groups. “It just was a process,” Smith said. “I think we still have more work to do to bring our classified employees up to where other places are.”

Smith said they took the lowest and highest classified contracts from other area districts and chose to find a “medium.” They took

‘We had not had a raise for eight years. Prior to this, we did not have a living wage.’ Kim Aubrey

Administrative secretary, Newport High School

schools in the region, including Chewelah, Riverside and Deer Park, and brought the Newport personnel up to the medium of those contracts. Kim Aubrey, administrative secretary at Newport High School, said the PSE negotiations went well and the paraeducators may actually make a living wage in the future.

“We had not had a raise for eight years,” Aubrey said. “Prior to this, we did not have a living wage.” The PSE received a 4.5 percent increase for paraeducators. The secretaries and the three assistant cooks received a 2 percent increase plus increments. “For those who have been here for so long, they could get two or three increments in one shot,” business manager Tom Crouch said. “They were further behind in the survey we did with where they fell with other districts.” Smith said an employee who started in 1980 making $14.84 per hour would still be making $14.84 in 2014. They changed that with “steps” to get the employees up to a salary based on the amount of years worked. “It could be, for some, over $2 per hour,” Smith said. All other classifications of PSE members received SEE TEACHERS, 6A

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Hearing on merging Open Space Timber with Designated Forest Land NEWPORT – Pend Oreille County commissioners will hold a hearing Monday, Aug. 25 at 3:30 p.m. at the county courthouse in Newport about merging the Open Space Timber property tax classification with the Designated Forest Land designation as a result of a change in state law. “It’s for ease of administration,” says county Assessor Jim McCroskey. County commissioners and the department of community development administered the Open

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Thanking the interns Pend Oreille County commission chairwoman Karen Skoog expresses her appreciation to engineering students Christie Wendle and John Francis Quinn III, who spent the summer on paid internships with the Public Works Department. Wendle is a junior at the University of Idaho and Quinn is a senior at Washington State University. This was the first time in years Public Works has had interns and their work was recognized with plaques presented by Public Works staff. The interns did work such as field data collection and computer aided drafting.

FAIR: Board looking to hire caretaker FROM PAGE 3A

music by Dave King. Sunday winds down the fair with a livestock judging contest at 8:30 a.m., rodeo slack at 9 a.m. and inspirational music in the park from 9-11 a.m. The Horse Parade of Champions is at noon in the rodeo arena, followed by the Parade of Champions at 12:30 p.m., in the Selkirk Ace Hardware Livestock Arena. The final rodeo performance is at 1:30 p.m. Fair chairman Jim Mathis said the fair is OK financially, following a possible cut in state funding two years ago. Funding is included in the state budget. “At this point, we’re OK for now,” Mathis said. He said District 7 State Reps. Joel Kretz, R-Wacounda, and Shelly Short, R-Addy, have been very supportive. The fair gets about $34,000 a year from the state, a significant part of its $80,000 budget. The board is looking to hire a caretaker

for the fairgrounds, with the departure of Jonathon Best after this year’s fair. The position entails security, landscaping, light maintenance, cleanup during and after the fair, and other duties outlined in the caretakers agreement. The caretaker must live in the provided residence on the fairgrounds and is paid $500 per month. He or she must possess a valid Washington drivers license with a clean record. Apply with a letter of interest and resume by Aug. 31 to 1382 Ashenfelter Bay Road, Newport WA 99156. The job begins Oct. 1. Board officers are Mathis, vice chairwoman Barb McGill, treasurer Barb Cordes and secretary Joyce Montgomery. The board consists of Amanda Driver, Kay Driver, Garth Hanson, Lori Hanson, Glenn Miller, Sarah McDaniel and Bernice Smith. For a complete guide and schedule of the fair, check out the 2014 Fair Book, available online at http://povn.com/ POCOFAIR/index.htm, or in hardcopy at any Pend Oreille County library.

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Space Timber program while the assessor’s office administered the Designated Forest Land program. The DFL program was for properties 20 acres and larger while the OST is for properties one to five acres in size. If the programs are merged, properties five acres and larger will qualify. By merging the two into the Designated Forest Land program, the county will save money on staff time and advertising, McCroskey says. In

addition, a $1,250 application fee for the Open Space Timber classification will be eliminated if county commissioners merge the programs. There is only one property classified as Open Space Timber, while there are numerous properties in the Designated Forest Land category. Both categories get a substantial break on property taxes. McCroskey says the county will collect the same amount in property taxes whether or not the programs are merged.

MILFOIL: Iris plant grows in clumps FROM PAGE 3A

IVM and Diquat. Lakeland states on their website that milfoil treatment “should be minimal” and DLIA divers may get milfoil under control with hand pulling. The site further states that if an undocumented infestation is found, it would be treated and a full lake survey may not be needed this summer. Yellow flag iris will also be treated with chemicals permitted by the Washington State Department of Ecology along the outlet of the lake. Aquatically labeled glyphosate and imazapyr with a surfactant for the riparian treatment will be applied. Residents who wish to keep yellow flag iris on the shoreline should place a “No Spray” sign on the property, visible from the lake. If residents want them removed without using chemicals, Lakeland officials said to dig up the plants by hand and pull off the seed head after it flowers to help stop the spread. Terry Holloway, District Administrator at POCD, said

the iris plant grows in clumps and when it floats away and lands somewhere else, it spreads. She said it causes big problems in creeks and rivers because it clogs up tributary areas. An opt-out form is available at www.lakelandrs. com/projects/diamond-lake. html, with a return deadline of Friday, Aug. 15. There are advisories for water use following the spraying. No swimming is allowed in any of the treatment areas for 24 hours after

treatment. Water should not be used for drinking until the assay result is below 70 parts per billion of DMA 4 IVM. The water should not be used for irrigation until the assay result is below 100 parts per billion of DMA 4 IVM. Assay results determine the purity of the water. The Pend Oreille Conservation District requested bids for the work and a proposal. Lakeland, the only bidder for the project, estimated costs at $13,768.

NOTICE OF ROAD CLOSURE Best Chance Road at Skookum Creek near the five mile marker will be closed for bridge replacement starting August 18th, 2014 for three weeks. Please contact the Public Works Department for more information at 509-447-4513.

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TEACHERS: A three-year contract was approved about $99,700. “We made some moves for this group,” Smith said. “The reason we were able to do that was the $70,000 we get in timber money.” Smith said the first year of the contract and those increases will stay whether they receive more timber funds or not in the following years. The second and third years include a clause that if the timber funds are cut, those increases may not happen. “We can’t keep adding to it unless we keep getting those timber dollars,” Smith said. “We want to continue to increase and raise their pay, but we need to have that revenue coming in.” Aubrey said the leadership may be new to the school, but they worked hard to help get the PSE members to at least a state average. “This administration recognized there was a huge need,” Aubrey said. “I think everybody district-wide knew it was way past time.” Aubrey said the most important part of negotiations for her was the team effort everyone made. She

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a 2 percent increase on their salary. The total cost to the district for the increases for PSE members is about $57,000 for the first year. “We had a line,” Smith said. “We said, ‘we cannot go over this line.’” Crouch said these increases are guaranteed for the contract. “We are not going to do anything with year one. We are committed to paying that,” Crouch said. The second year of the contract will add increments for the maintenance, custodial, head cooks and food service workers, adding about $19,200 to the district budget. The third year will add increments for the computer technician and nurse. By the third year, members with 20 or more years will receive a 50 cent raise above the 15year salary for all classifications. Crouch said that increments were maxed out at 15 years. “If they had 15 years or 40 years, they got the same pay,” Crouch said. “In year three, we gave everyone who had over 20 years experience a 50 cent raise.” This would increase the budget by about $23,500, making the three-year contract cost the district

said the PSE members are looking forward to moving forward. “We are all really excited about that,” Aubrey said. The teachers union, NAT, passed their contract unanimously on June 4, with board approval at the July 22 board meeting. “The fact it was a unanimous vote says a lot about the direction we are going as a district and how our people feel about being here,” Smith said. There were no raises given this year, but Smith said that cost of living at the state level may increase for the 2015-16 year, so that may change depending on legislation. The contract states they will get the increase if and when the legislation increases cost of living for teachers. Pam Nichols, kindergarten teacher and copresident of NAT, said the negotiation process was up front and honest. “We know where our district is financially,” Nichols said. “They worked really hard for us.” Nichols said the one topic that was mentioned by all involved parties was more “time.” She said

there just wasn’t enough time to keep up with federal Common Core standards, curriculum and other required trainings. “That was our biggest issue and one of the things we really wanted,” Nichols said. Smith said they worked with the union in other areas to off set some of their cost of living, including adding Learning Improvement Days (LID) and other benefits. The budget was tight for the upcoming 2014-15 school year. Smith is hoping the McCleary Decision will give them increased funding for the 2015-16 year. This case was won in 2012 when the Supreme Court ruled the state was not adequately funding public education. “I would say in a nut shell we are increasing some wages where we can, we are increasing their time to do much needed work in their classrooms and we are giving them a couple more days in the following years.” With an increasing number of shortages for substitute teachers, some of them are asked to cover classes during their prep times and lunches.

“They always step up,” Smith said. “We increased their pay for covering the class.” Also changing for the teachers is two additional learning improvement days (LID), or per diem days, during the 2015-16 school year. Smith said adding two more days will bring them to the level where other districts are. Teachers will also be given time during three early release days for work in classrooms for prep time to get work done, Smith said. “Just time for them to use independently,” Smith said. The teachers will also be given $200 per day for unused annual leave, where it was $125 in the last contract. They can carry up to five days of annual leave. “It’s just little things here and there that they thought would help them out,” Smith said. “We were happy to be able to make some moves where people deserve it, across the board with our teachers and our classified staff.”

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The 2014 Pend Oreille Valley Relay For Life event launched off with the survivors lap, Friday, Aug. 8, showing the power of purple. The theme was Camping for a Cure for the 15 teams that set up tents during the all night marathon of walking the Newport High School track, the Luminaria ceremony and birthday cake at midnight. The top fundraising team was the Soroptimist Happy Hoofers with $1,600 raised. Jared’s Strength completed 120 laps to earn the top spot for most laps and Terri Ivie was nominated as the Spirit of Relay. This year’s event raised about $12,000 for the American Cancer Society, about the same amount raised last year.

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 13

Priest River eyes 2015 financials

Grant will pay for wastewater plant upgrade BY MICHELLE NEDVED OF THE MINER

PRIEST RIVER – The Priest River City Council tentatively approved a budget for FY 2014-15 at their last council meeting, including an upgrade to the wastewater treatment plant, and a 4 percent WHAT’S NEXT: A BUDGET HEARING IS utilities increase. The general SET FOR: Monday, Aug. 18, 6 p.m. at City Hall. fund is up almost $25,000, from $687,926 budgeted for 2013-14, to $712,483 proposed for next year. The general fund includes the general government operations, law enforcement, code enforcement, building and zoning, and parks. Revenue comes mostly from property taxes, budgeted at $525,738 for next year, up from $504,958 last year. A public hearing is set for Monday, Aug. 18, at 6 p.m., prior to the council’s regular meeting. The tentative approval of the budget stipulates it can only decrease, not increase. The city’s water and wastewater budgets are separate from each other and the general fund, totaling $622,781, and $519,664, respectively. Both include a 4 percent increase for users. The wastewater budget includes $70,000 in state and federal grants to upgrade the wastewater plant. User fees are expected to bring in $355,452, up

from $341,780 last year. Expenses for professional service are increasing from $14,420 to $94,284 because of $80,000 in engineering fees, up from $4,000 last year. A total $151,188 is budgeted for personnel services, including salaries and benefits. The water budget is down from $747,379 in 2013-14, mostly due to the end of a USDA grant. The city will receive $102,523 from the grant this coming year, while it received $244,213 last year. The grant was part of a grant/loan package voters approved a few years ago to revamp the entire water system. User fees are expected to increase 4 percent, to $286,572. Water budget expenses are similar to last year, with a slight decrease in salaries, workers comp and unemployment claims. Repairs and maintenance are budgeted at $101,700, down from $102,928 last year. Capital outlay for the water budget decreased from $167,439 to $102,523. In the general budget, licenses and permits are expected to bring in $29,350, down from $29,700. Decreases are expected in business registrations, burn permits, special event revenue and franchise fees. Intergovernmental revenues, from funds such as liquor sales, state revenue sharing and sales tax is budgeted at $146,465, up slightly from $138,968. Revenues from charges for service, such as fingerprinting, vaccination fees, the community garden and park reser-

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vations, are budgeted at $1,500. Fines from the police and code enforcement departments are expected to bring in $12,000, up from $11,650 last year. Other miscellaneous and financing sources are budgeted to bring in a total of $1,430. A majority of the general fund goes toward law enforcement. Personnel services, such as wages and benefits, total $304,315 of the $406,123 law enforcement budget. A large portion of the city attorney’s wages comes out of the law enforcement budget, totaling $18,000 of the $26,384 budgeted for professional services. Maintenance of the police station and vehicles is budgeted to cost $8,000, and other purchased services, such as liability insurance, uniform service, legal notices and travel and training is expected to cost $19,687. Supplies and fuel total $22,500, and property costs, including equipment, is budgeted at $25,237. The general government budget totals $188,857, including $65,098 for salary and benefits. The city attorney is paid $4,800 out of the professional services budget, which totals $10,984. Other purchased services, similar to this line item for law enforcement, totals $10,056. Supplies for operating city hall totals $22,500, and property is budgeted at $34,719. The code enforcement budget totals $46,722, the building and zoning budget totals $46,608, and parks total $24,173.

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SUNDAY, AUGUST 17 AMERICAN LEGION POST 144: 3 p.m. - American Legion in Metaline Falls

TUESDAY, AUGUST 19 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, AUGUST 20 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

Selkirk buying bus, causes budget extension IONE – The Selkirk School District Board of Directors is holding a public meeting, Monday, Aug. 25 at 6 p.m. at the Selkirk High School Music Room, to discuss a budget extension for the purchase of a school bus. Ed Milota, senior fiscal manager for ESD 101, said

the board would have to adjust the 2013-14 budget from $126,270 to $131,000. The budget for 2013-14 closes out on Aug. 31, and Milota said the district needs the extension because they are increasing money. The meeting is open to the public.

PUD: Jordan: Restoration crews could not have worked harder or more efficiently FROM PAGE 1

lightning and thunderstorms are likely to occur through Wednesday. The Pend Oreille County Sheriff’s Office issued a Fire Weather Watch, Tuesday, Aug. 12, for the unstable system moving through the area on Tuesday and Wednesday because of possible lightning. Eileen Dugger, PUD contracts and public information officer, said all power was restored following the first two storms for the more than 4,000 residents who were left in the dark in Pend Oreille County. She said there are a few customers who need to have their electrical service masts repaired before crews can reconnect their power. PUD general manager John Jordan said emergency work is done for the power restoration process. He said the PUD is estimating damages at about $1 million. “There will probably be a month of various follow up work efforts,” Jordan said. Dugger said the PUD had almost restored power to the 4,000 residents who were hit by the first storm when the second storm came through the region. The second storm caused another 4,000 outag-

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es across Pend Oreille County. “The PUD’s rights-of-ways are typically 20 to 30 feet wide,” Dugger said. “With forests of trees that tower above the lines, if the winds are strong enough to cause trees to fall into the power lines, the lines will be damaged in the process.” All residents in West Bonner County have had power restored. Avista Utilities, Inland Power and Light and Northern Lights are showing no outages in the area as of Tuesday. West Bonner had about 450 people without power following the first storm and more following the second. The PUD fiber crews are continuing to work on restoring the CNS fiber connections

and were working on the last two hubs on Monday. Dugger said they are hoping to have major repairs done and start the individual customer connections on Wednesday. “We are currently working on restoring the backbone fiber by replacing damaged fiber and splicing the fiber breaks,” Dugger said. “There are still 161 customers without a connection and we are working hard to get them up as soon as possible.” The two hubs are at Horseshoe Lake and Sacheen Lake and Dugger said they hope to have them restored Tuesday. “This will bring quite a few of customers up,” Dugger said. “The remaining customers are scattered throughout

the service area and will require the crews to visit each location.” Dugger said it would help the PUD to know if a fiber line is down on individual properties. She asks residents to call their retail service provider. Jordan said the restoration crews could not have worked any harder or more efficiently. “From a customer pointof-view, it is very distressing to be out of power for an extended period, but I believe we did everything possible to speed system repair,” Jordan

said. “From a field repair point-of-view, I believe our crews did a marvelous job. From a point-of-view of how we obtain and share back outage information with our customers, there is room for improvement.” Jordan said the staff will meet to discuss future operations for responding to storm damages. “For one thing, we would like to use technology to improve communication with our customers, but it will take some time to build the proper systems,” Jordan said. “Avista

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who garnered 1,015 votes. McMorris Rodgers is also leading district-wide, with 52 percent of the vote, to Pakootas’ 29 percent. In Pend Oreille County, Horne and Wilson trail with 313 and 315 votes, respectively. In the race for the District 2 county commissioner seat, currently held by Mike Manus, a Republican, elections officials won’t know if they will have to count the write-in votes or not until Monday, when the canvassing board meets. In that race only district voters voted in the primary. In the general election, the whole county will vote. If more than 1 percent of the votes cast in that district are write-ins, they will be counted and the one who gets the most votes will make it onto the general election ballot. Manus received 719 votes. Right now there are eight write in votes, according to auditor Marianne Nichols. More than seven will require a write in. Republican Dolly Hunt handily beat fellow Republican Robin McCroskey in the first round of the race to be prosecutor. She received 1,902 votes to McCroskey’s 1,064. “I am disappointed in voter turn out,” McCroskey said. “However, I am optimistic. Time for me to get to work.” Hunt said she was thankful for the support. “I’m gratified by the support,” she said. “I’m going to continue to get the message out and meet folks through November.” Forty-one percent of voters turned in their ballots as of Wednesday, Aug. 6, at 4 p.m. The Pend Oreille County Auditor’s office has counted 3,389 ballots, of the 8,227 that were mailed out. There are about 20 ballots left to count, as of Tuesday. Incumbent Brian Dansel is leading Tony Booth for the 7th District state senator position. Both are Republicans. District wide, Dansel has 69 percent of the vote to Booth’s 31 percent. In Pend Oreille County the race was a little closer, with Dansel leading 61 percent to Booth’s 38 percent.

County Prosecutor Dolly Hunt 1,902 Robin McCroskey 1,064 U.S. Rep. District No. 5 Cathy McMorris Rodgers Dave Wilson Joseph Pakootas Tom Horne

Dansel said he is hoping to maintain the support of his constituents. “As always, I’d like to thank all my supporters,” he told The Miner. “I just hope to have their continued support.” He said he’s looking to kick his campaign into “overdrive,” and is expecting to be in Pend Oreille County this week, knocking on doors and meeting with residents. Booth saw the election results as a win. “If you look at the other races in our district and their numbers and the huge spread it tells me that people are taking me very seriously and I was shocked to even get where I was,” he said. He thinks most of Dansel’s supporters voted in the primary, while some 30,000 people did not cast ballots, leaving him plenty of room to pick up votes in the general election. Booth

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Special deadline Tuesdays 2 p.m. OLDTOWN AUTO SALES We buy clean used cars and RV’s. See our complete inventory online at www. oldtownautos.com.(51HB-tf) FREE SEMINAR AVOID PROBATE? WILL OR TRUST? LONG TERM CARE PLANNING Thursday, August 21st, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Denise Stewart Law office, 414 West 3rd Street, Newport. Coffee and cookies provided. Call (509) 447-3242 for reservations as seating is limited. (27HB-3) DID YOU MISS IT? You won’t miss a thing when you subscribe to The Miner. Save $14.00 a year and receive it in your mail every Wednesday. (509) 447-2433. (47HB-altTF) HUGE MOVING SALE Queen bed with mattress set, television stand, coffee table, bookshelves, lawn furniture, DVR, Wii, PS2, 21” HD Monitor, printer, electric fireplace, household items and so much more! Friday, Saturday, Sunday, 8:00-6:00. 6034 Northshore, Diamond Lake. (509) 998-1121. (28p)

State Senator, District No. 7 Tony Booth 995 Brian Dansel 1,621 1,673 315 1,015 313

says his campaign is running at about 20 percent and he still received 30 percent of the votes. Booth says his campaign will fully start in September. Also leading in Pend Oreille County are incumbent state Reps. Joel Kretz the Shelly Short, both Republicans. The primary election is only to narrow down the top two vote getters in each race, so McCrosky, Hunt, Dansel and Booth will all go on to the general election in November. Results are for ballots counted by Wednesday at 4 p.m. Ballots will continue to be counted as they come into the auditor’s office, as long as they are postmarked by Tuesday.

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State Representative, District No. 7, Position 1 Shelly Short 2,264 (17,901 district wide) James Apker 645 (4,409) State Representative, District No. 7, Position 2 Joel Kretz 2,412 (18,819 district wide) Ronnie Rae 485 (3,407)

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B R I E F LY Bring your collectables to Priest River’s Appraisal Faire PRIEST RIVER – Priest River’s answer to Antiques Roadshow, the fifth annual Appraisal Faire, is set for Saturday, Aug. 23, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Priest River Museum. Antique owners can find out the value or history of their item by bringing it to the museum at 390 Montgomery St. in Priest River. Qualified appraisers Carol Worthington, ASA, and Larry Peters will be on hand to appraise jewelry, furniture, glass, porcelain, pottery, Western art, Indian artifacts, Asian art, and other collectibles. The cost is $10 per item, or three for $25. All proceeds benefit the Priest River Museum.

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.

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If you build it Robbie Anselmo, front, head football coach Shane Douglas, Anthony Storro, Tommy Anselmoe and Julie Anselmo were a handful of the volunteers who worked on the stadium bleachers at Priest River Lamanna High School recently. Volunteers are gathering again Wednesday Aug. 13 from 4-7 p.m. Bring a pair of gloves, water and a sturdy bucket, if possible. They are continuing to put the packing gravel along the walkways. Everyone is invited to come. The next phase of the project is fundraising for a new retaining wall.

Summer library programs winding down

PRIEST RIVER – With summer winding down, now is the perfect time to grab that special book, find a shady tree to sit under and a tall glass of something cool to drink, according to librarians in the West Bonner Library District. Summer Reading 2014 programs have come to an end. Although library programs will be on vacation until September there are plenty of books in the hands of children that attended Summer Reading at the Priest River Library this summer. Each week an average of 4550 children attended programs. Every Wednesday there were book drawings and prizes. Mrs. H. reads to children at Priest River Elementary on Tuesdays, giving

away more than 60 books to children during the free lunch program at the school. On Mondays, she read to children at Idaho Hill Elementary in the portable classroom with Linda Deem, a Vista Volunteer. The children had a space in which to explore science with experiments and projects based on the summer reading theme of “Fizz, Boom, Read!” Librarians thank the volunteers that helped the library staff during programs this summer. Story Time, and Live & Learn programs will resume in September and a new after-school children’s program will be introduced in the fall. Read The Miner for the schedule.

Create beats the heat with dancing, painting NEWPORT – Create Arts Center offers painting, dance and fiber arts classes throughout the month of August. The Explorers Club will explore Building with Math, Monday through Friday, Aug. 18-22 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The cost is $10 per day and attending the whole week is not required. Call Cynthia to RSVP at 509-671-1939. A Fiber Arts Studio is offered every Wednesday at noon. Participants are asked to bring their spinning wheel and fiber or yarn and knitting needles. A $2 donation is appreciated. Shirley Bird Wright will teach the basics and beyond of watercolor painting, Friday, Aug. 15 at 10 a.m. during Art in the Park at Kelly Park in downtown Newport. The class is for beginners and advanced painters. She provides hands-on-work and one-onone advice. Painters need brushes, paint and Arches Watercolor 140 pound paper. Edena Huguenin Yeager will teach oil painting on Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Yeager has 25 years experience with the art, starting at six years old in Colville. She works mostly with oil painting, however, also does

watercolors, drawing and pointillism. Call 509-9998672 for more information. Open painting is offered every Thursday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The group is for beginners and advanced painters. Miss Patty’s Dance Experi-

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ence continues on Mondays. Ballet, jazz and tap will be taught to children ages 3-5 at 2:30 p.m. and ages 6-9 at 3:30 p.m. Youth ballroom dancing for ages 8-12 is at 5:30 p.m. Email Patty at peprmyntpatty@aol.com.

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DANSEL 7th District Senator

Old Fashioned Values & New Ideas

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

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

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

Thank You for your votes and support in the Primary. I welcome the opportunity to serve you! Paid for by Committee to Elect Brian Dansel, Tyrus Rickard, Treasurer

NEWPORT – The 2014 Newport Music Festival, the finale to the Bluegrass Festival season, is Sept. 5-7 at the Newport City Park. “Hundreds of traveling festival goers arrive to the picturesque natural wonder of Pend Oreille County, set up camp for three days to watch top notch regional performers and maybe participate in one of the abundant campground jams,” organizers said. It all takes place at the City Park, corner of First Street and Calispel Avenue in Newport. The lineup this year will include: Blackberry Bushes String Band, Wild Coyotes, Howling Gaels, Panhandle Polecats, Western Reunion, Bridges Home, Washington Bluegrass Revue, BlueStreak, Dan Maher, Convergence Zone, Brown’s Mountain Boys and the Afterthoughts. Some of the other activities include workshops presented by the performers UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST 3rd and Spokane St., Newport, WA Worship Service 10:00 a.m. Nursery Care Available Rev. Russell Clark 447-4121 newportucc@conceptcable.com www.newportucc.org

Community Church Directory CATHOLIC MASSES

pocoparishes.org 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

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

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

cross to Highway 95 and ride to Sandpoint. The riders will travel along Highway 2 back into Newport, ending at Panhead Hill Cycle and Supply. There will be five marked stops along the way for participants to collect seven cards total. Two cards will be discarded and the riders with the top three poker hands will receive prizes. The participant with the worst poker hand will win a motorcycle vest from Panhead Hill Cycle and Supply. “Everyone will have a chance to win,” shelter manager Lea Porter said. The round-trip ride is about 120-150 miles, Porter said, and should take about four hours to complete.

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

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Poker run helps crime victims NEWPORT –Pend Oreille Crime Victims Services is holding a Poker Run, Saturday, Aug. 23 at 9 a.m., with the starting line at Panhead Hill Cycle Supply in Newport. The Poker Run costs $20 for a buy-in, which gets one hand of poker. Additional hands can be purchased for $10. There will be a $5 discount on a second hand with a canned food donation of two or more cans. The ride is for motorcycles and four-wheel-drive vehicles, not including AllTerrain-Vehicles because the route follows state highways. Participants will get one card at Panhead Hill when they check in. From there they will travel to Rathdrum, along Highway 41,

Pizza, ventriloquist at Hospitality House NEWPORT – Newport Southern Baptist Church is hosting a free family pizza night, Friday, Aug. 15 at 6 p.m. at the Hospitality House. A ventriloquist, balloons and children’s songs will delight audiences of all ages. For more information, call 509-951-2607.

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focusing on their individual talents. Workshops in various instruments, vocals, song writing and are a great experience for aspiring musicians. A band scramble will be held, where musicians are randomly mixed and have one hour to come up with a creative band name and rehearse two songs to present to the audience. The open mic is a chance to bring your own group or get together with some folks from camp and have a chance to show the appreciative audience your best songs. The best picking contest performer will receive a prize and a chance to perform on the big stage next year. Tickets Range from $10 to $40 (camping included with purchase of weekend pass). For more information, visit www.pvbluegrass. com. 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.

BAHÁ’Í FAITH OF NEWPORT

“The aim of this Wronged One in sustaining woes and tribulations, in revealing the Holy Verses and in demonstrating proofs hath been naught but to quench the flame of hate and enmity, that the horizon of the hearts of men may be illumined with the light of concord and attain real peace and tranquility.” Bahá ’u’ lláh Please call 509-550-2035 for the next scheduled devotional. Wonderful resources can be found at www.bahai.us and www.bahai.org

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Newport MX motocross track closed BY DON GRONNING OF THE MINER

NEWPORT – Owners of Newport MX, a motocross track located off Highway 211, have stopped operating it as a racetrack, according to a posting on the website www.newportmx. com. The track was on Baker Lake Road, east of Sacheen Lake and northwest of Diamond Lake. Don and Suzy Hunt applied for and were granted a conditional use permit for the track by the Pend Oreille County Planning Commission in February, but still had to contend with the state

‘We wanted to thank all of you that have supported us over the last 9 years.’ Don Hunt

Owner of Newport MX

Departments of Fish and Wildlife and Ecology and the federal U.S. Army Corp of Engineers over a variety of issues. The racetrack was constructed without required federal, state and local permits, Ecology wrote in comments about the conditional use application last February. Because of that, Ecology considered it a violation under the state’s Water Pollution Control Act. Plans were being made for the 2014 season, but a scheduled inspection in June didn’t go well. “The cost involvement to comply is simply more than we can bare at this point or maybe ever, in that we are forced to shut down,” according to a June 10 post on the Newport MX Facebook page. The track will be missed, if the website and Facebook comments are any indication. On the Newport MX Facebook page, Kendra Bednarczyk posted “OH MY GOSH, such tragic news. You guys had a greatest track and awesome people running it. We loved talking with the friendly crew as they worked countless hours getting it just perfect. We only discovered you last year and were so excited for this coming year. If there is anything we can do to help support bringing it back, please let us know. We Canadians were so thankful to have such a great track so close to home. So sorry for your loss.” Don Hunt thanked supporters on the website. “We wanted to thank all of you that have supported us over the last 9 years. There are so many great memories, and we have meet so many nice people. Thank you all for helping make our dream come true. Regretfully due to forces beyond our control, we must say good bye.”

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Newport high school boys wind up summer season NEWPORT – The Newport boys basketball team was busy over the summer, playing 30 games. “Our boys team started out the summer slowly but finished the summer strong winning the championship

‘Our boys grew a ton as the summer progressed and developed great chemistry with one another.’ Steve Bryant

High school coach

at the Eastern Washington Tournament 53-46 over Lind-Ritzville-Sprague on Reece Court,” high school coach Steve Bryant said. There were eight teams in Newport’s bracket, Bryant said. The team had been

beaten by LRS by more than 20 points in an earlier contest. They went on to play at the Gonzaga Team Camp, playing 11 games over the weekend. They finished the camp with a 9-2 record. On the last day of camp, a single elimination tournament was held, with 16 teams in Newport’s bracket. Newport made it to the championship game on the strength of a 1-point overtime win against Mt. Baker, from Edmonton, Alberta. Spruce Grove won the tourney, beating Newport 35-30. The team played that final game in Gonzaga’s McCarthy Center, which was “awesome,” Bryant said. This is the second year of summer play under Bryant’s coaching. The players got better last year and he thinks the experience helped this year, as well. “Our boys grew a ton as the summer progressed and developed great chemistry with one another,” he said.

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These basketball players and coaches were busy over the summer, competing in 30 games. Pictured are Jamie Pancho, Kaben Hastings, John Lyons, Josh Smith, Chris Burgess, Ty McDaniel, Nic Allen, Steve Bryant and Mark Zorica. In the front row are Koa Pancho, Otis Smith and Tyler Zorica.

Commission sets waterfowl seasons, discusses elk OLYMPIA – With a record number of ducks counted on the northern breeding grounds this year, the Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission approved migratory waterfowl hunting seasons for this fall and winter during a public meeting in Olympia Aug. 8-9. The commission, a citizen panel appointed by the governor to set policy for the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW), also approved a new regulation that requires hunters to leave on site the hooves of any elk taken in southwest Washington to help minimize the spread of a disease that affects the region’s herds. Under the waterfowl hunting package, most hunting opportunities in Washington will be similar to last year. That includes a statewide duck season that will be open for 107 days, starting Oct. 11-15 and continuing Oct. 18-Jan. 25. A special youth hunting weekend also is scheduled Sept. 20-21. Limits for mallard, pintail, scaup, redhead, goldeneye, harlequin, scoter and long-tailed duck will remain the same as last season. But the commission reduced the daily bag limit for canvasback to one per day because of decreas-

ing numbers throughout North America. Goose hunting seasons will vary among management areas across the state, but most open midOctober and run through late January. Limits for most geese did not change, except the commission did increase the daily bag limit for cackling geese in southwest Washington from three to four. The commission also increased the overall harvest quota for dusky Canada geese in southwest Washington from 45 to 85 birds. As in previous years, hunters are limited to one dusky Canada goose a season in southwest Washington. The goose and duck hunting seasons approved by the commission are based on state and federal waterfowl population estimates and guidelines. According to those estimates, a record number of ducks – approximately 49 million – were on the breeding grounds this spring in Canada and the United States. Details on the waterfowl hunting seasons will be available later this week on WDFW’s website at http:// wdfw.wa.gov/hunting/ regulations/. In other action, the commission approved several land transactions, includ-

Spirit Lake bull rider wins Missoula MISSOULA – Dakota Rice, a Spirit Lake bull rider who competes regularly at Newport events, won the bull riding at the Missoula Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association rodeo held Aug. 6-9. Rice won $2,655 for his 78-point ride. He was the only bull rider to make a qualified ride. Rice is currently ranked No. 3 in Pro West standings, with $2,751 in earnings. He is ranked No. 22 among PRCA permit bull riders, with $4,740 in winnings. In the PRCA, contestants compete on a permit until they have won $1,000, which gives them a right to join the PRCA as full members.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT

Elect

ROBIN R

McCROSKEY

For Pend Oreille County Prosecutor

to the 15 Years Sound Civil and Devoted Pursuit of Justice Criminal Experience to Public Service Committed in Pend Oreille County Proven Leadership Paid for by Robin McCroskey

ing the purchase of two parcels totaling nearly 2,900 acres of shrubsteppe in Yakima County. The land, located about five miles west of Naches,

Under the waterfowl hunting package, most hunting opportunities in Washington will be similar to last year. serves as critical habitat for a variety of wildlife, and is an important connection between summer and winter range for the Yakima elk herd. The two parcels will be acquired through a partnership with the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, Cowiche Canyon Conservancy and the state Department of Ecology (DOE). The 2,588-acre property will be purchased for $1.38 million, while a 305acre property will cost $170,000. DOE and the Kennewick Irrigation District are providing the funding to acquire the two parcels to mitigate for the loss of shrub-steppe habitat that was con-

verted to agricultural land. The properties will be managed as part of WDFW’s Oak Creek Wildlife Area. The commission also received a briefing on a scientific panel’s determination that the disease that leaves elk in the St. Helens and Willapa Hills areas of southwest Washington with misshapen hooves likely involves a type of bacterial infection. Members of the panel, composed of veterinarians and researchers throughout the state, agreed that the disease closely resembles contagious ovine digital dermatitis in sheep. The panel’s diagnosis is consistent with the findings of the USDA National Animal Disease Center and four other independent diagnostic laboratories that have tested samples

of elk hooves submitted by WDFW since last year. In other business, the commission conducted public hearings on the 2015-2021 Game Management Plan and proposed updates to the state Hydraulic Code. The commission also received briefings on the department’s legislative proposals for 2015, proposed 2015-2017 operating and capital budget requests, and new potential revenue sources. In addition, the commission was briefed on the impacts of a possible reduction in state General Funds. The potential cuts are in response to Gov. Jay Inslee’s directive to state agencies to prioritize their activities and identify reductions totaling 15 percent.

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BONNER COUNTY FA I R S C H E D U L E ‘Welcome to the Land of Awes’ SUNDAY, AUGUST 17

1-5 p.m. Entering Open Class Competitive Exhibits, Main Exhibit Building 1-5 p.m. Entering 4-H Competitive Exhibits, South Wing 1-5 p.m. Exhibit Booth Set-Up, Main Exhibit Building 5:30 p.m. Main Exhibit Building Closes MONDAY, AUGUST 18

8 a.m. to Noon Entering 4-H Competitive Exhibits, South Wing 8-10 a.m. Entering Open Class (Flowers Exhibits Only), Main Exhibit Building 11:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Outside Exhibit Booth Set-Up, Lawns 8-11 a.m. Main Exhibit Building Open for Decorating and Booth Set-up 2-6 p.m. Entering Open Class and 4-H Rabbits, Rabbit Barn 2-6:30 p.m. Entering Open Class and 4-H Poultry, Poultry Barn 4 p.m. 4-H Sheep and 4-H Market Goats must be in their pens 4-5 p.m. 4-H Sheep and Goat record books checked 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Entering Open Class Sheep, Swine Arena 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Entering Open Class Goat, Goat Barn 5:30-6:30 p.m. Entering 4-H Sheep, Holly Barn 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Entering 4-H Dairy Goat, Goat Barn 5-5:30 p.m. 4-H Market Sheep Weigh-in, Swine Arena 5-5:30 p.m. 4-H Market Goat Weigh-in, Swine Arena 5:30 p.m. Main Exhibit Building Closes 8 p.m. Karaoke Contest, Ed Brown Band Stand 9 p.m. All Livestock Barns Close 11 p.m. Entrance Gates Close DAILY ACTIVITIES TUESDAY THROUGH SATURDAY

10 a.m. Daily Boy Scouts of America Flag Raising in front of the Main Exhibit Building

10 a.m. Daily Blue Ribbon Kids, Fair Office 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Daily - Spade Miniature Animal Area, between the Indoor Arena and the Holly Barn -Antique Tractor Display, South East Lawn -Book Mobile -Pony Rides, lawn between Indoor Arena and Swine Arena -Cowboy Boot Camp, South East Lawn -Expose Yourself to Art Display -Wildlife Building -Northwest Inflatable’s, South Lawn TUESDAY, AUGUST 19

6 a.m. 4-H Beef Weigh-in, Cattle Barn 6 a.m. 4-H Swine Weigh-in, Swine Arena 8 a.m. Judging Open Class Booths 10 a.m. Main Exhibit Building and Display Booths Open to Public 2 p.m. Bucket of Junk, Main Exhibit Building 2 p.m. Pizza Eating Contest, South Lawn 2:30 p.m. Juggler Josh, North Lawn 2:30-7:30 p.m. 4-H Ranch Horse Expo, Outdoor Arena 3:30 p.m. Spud Decorating Contest, Main Exhibit Building 5:30 p.m. Fair Royalty Crowning Ceremony, Ed Brown Band Stand 5:30 p.m. Lee Jackson Performs, North Lawn 7:30 p.m. Owen and McCoy Band Performs, North Lawn 8 p.m. Devon Wade Band Dance, Ed Brown Band Stand 8 p.m. Main Exhibit Building Closes 9 p.m. All Livestock Barns Close 11 p.m. Entrance Gates Close WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 20

10 a.m. Main Exhibit Building and Display Booths Open to the Public 11 a.m. Rev. Len Pine, North Lawn Noon Just Call Me Martha Crafts, Main Exhibit Building

1:30-3 p.m. Antique Tractor Club-Play Day, Outdoor Arena 2 p.m. Watermelon Eating Contest, South Lawn 2:30 p.m. Josh the Juggler, North Lawn 4 p.m. Peggy Carter Performs, North Lawn 5 p.m. Greased Pig Scramble, Indoor Arena 5-8 p.m. Country Plus Band, North Lawn 5 p.m. Cowboy Proverbs, Poems and Parables with Jim Bottoms and Tim Mahan, Ed Brown Band Stand 5:30 p.m. Glenna and Gub Gub, Swine Arena 6 p.m. Volleyball Tournament, Round One, Lawn South of Extension Office 6:30 p.m. 4-H Drill Team Exhibition, Outdoor Arena 7 p.m. Market Animal Sale Committee Meeting, Extension Office 7:30 p.m. Barrel Racing Open, Tough Enough to Wear Pink 8 p.m. To the Moon Band Dance, Ed Brown Band Stand 8 p.m. Main Exhibit and Wildlife Building Closes 9 p.m. All Livestock Barns Close 11 p.m. Entrance Gates Close THURSDAY, AUGUST 21

9 a.m. Drop Off Salsa Contest Entries, Main Exhibit Building 10 a.m. Salsa Judging, Main Exhibit Building 10 a.m. Main Exhibit Building and Display Booths Open to the Public Noon Cookie Decorating Contest, Main Exhibit Building Noon to 3 p.m. Big Bubbles, South Lawn 2 p.m. Ice Cream Eating Contest, South Lawn 2:30 p.m. Josh the Juggler, North Lawn 3:30 p.m. 4-H Archery, Warm Up Arena 4 p.m. Backseat Driving, Indoor Arena

4 p.m. Peggy Carter Performs, North Lawn 4 p.m. Circus Arts Performers, Ed Brown Band Stand 4-7 p.m. Farmers Market, in front of Main Exhibit Building 5:30 p.m. Lee Jackson Performs, North Lawn 5:30 p.m. Glenna and Gub Gub, Swine Arena 6 p.m. Volleyball Tournament, Round 2, Lawn South of Extension Office 6:30 p.m. 4-H Livestock Judging Contest, Swine Arena 6:30 p.m. Swing Dance Demo, North Lawn 7 p.m. Dating Game, hosted by K102, Ed Brown Band Stand 7:30 p.m. Ranch Sorting Competition, Outdoor Arena 7:30 p.m. Owen and McCoy Band Performs, North Lawn 8:30 p.m. Bashful Dan’s Dance Party, Ed Brown Band Stand 9 p.m. All Livestock Barns Close 11 p.m. Entrance Gates Close FRIDAY, AUGUST 22

North Lawn 1 p.m. Baseball Contest, South Lawn 1 p.m. Little Folks Horse Show, Outdoor Arena 2 p.m. Sheriff K-9 Demo, in front of Main Exhibit Building 2 p.m. Pie Eating Contest, South Lawn 3 p.m. The Price is Right, North Lawn 3 p.m. Judging Cooking, North Lawn 3:30 p.m. Sheep Herding Contest, South Lawn 4:30 p.m. Market Animal Buyers, Refreshments 4:30 p.m. Albeni Falls Scottish Dancers, Ed Brown Band Stand 5:30 p.m. Taekwondo, North Lawn 6 p.m. Market Animal Sale, Indoor Arena 7 p.m. Monarch Mountain Band Dance, Ed Brown Band Stand 9 p.m. Main Exhibit and Wildlife Building Closes About 10:30 p.m. All Livestock Barns Close Following Livestock Sale Entrance Gates Close After Completion of Sale

8 a.m. Sales Talk, Indoor Arena 9 a.m. Livestock Judging Tabulation, Extension Office 9 a.m. Dutch Oven Cook-Off, North Lawn 9 a.m. Chili Cook-Off, North Lawn 9:30 a.m. Digital Shootout, Fair Office 10 a.m. Main Exhibit Building and Display Booths Open 10:30 a.m. Little Miss, Ed Brown Band Stand 10:30 a.m. Barnyard Olympics, Indoor Arena 11 a.m. Cake Decorating Contest, Main Exhibit Building 11 a.m. Farmathon, Indoor Arena 11:30 a.m. Taekwondo, North Lawn Noon Bonner County Cattlewomen, Beef Cookery, Main Exhibit Building 1 p.m. So You Think You Can Sing,

SATURDAY, AUGUST 23

8 a.m. 4-H Round Robin’s Large Animals, Adult Small Animals, Adult Fitting and Showing, Indoor Arena 9-10 a.m. 4-H Record Books For Contest Entry Due, Extension Office 10 a.m. Main Exhibit Hall and Display Booths Open to the Public 10:30 a.m. Most Adorable Baby, Ed Brown Band Stand 11 a.m. Tractor Driving Contest, Warm Up Arena 11:15 a.m. Survivor Contest, Indoor Arena Noon Best Pie in Bonner County, Judged by City Mayors, Main Exhibit Building Noon Volleyball Finals, lawn south of the Main Exhibit Building 1-3 p.m. Smokey Bear’s Roaming Act 1 p.m. Floral Challenge, Main Exhibit Building

1 p.m. World’s Smallest Rodeo, Swine Arena 1:30 p.m. Arm Sport Competition, North Lawn 2 p.m. Turn-In Test Your Knowledge Packet, Fair Office 2 p.m. 4-H Fashion Show, Indoor Arena 2 p.m. Studio 1 Dance Studio, Ed Brown Band Stand 2 p.m. Ice Cream Eating Contest, South Lawn 2:30 p.m. Glenna and Gub Gub, Swine Arena 3 p.m. Parade of Champions, Indoor Arena 3 p.m. Sheriff K-9 Demo, in front of Main Exhibit Building 3-5 p.m. Fried Bacon Trio Band, North Lawn 3:30 p.m. Sheep Herding Demo, South Lawn 4 p.m. 4-H Awards Presentation, Indoor Arena 5 p.m. Jim Bottoms and Tim Mahan Perform, Ed Brown Band Stand 6 p.m. Taekwondo, North Lawn 6:30 p.m. Lee Jackson Performs, North Lawn (Gates Open at 6 p.m.) 7 p.m. Demolition Derby, Outdoor Arena 7-9 p.m. Release of Exhibits from Main Exhibit Building 7:30-9 p.m. Open Class Premium Pay Out, Main Exhibit Building 8-9:30 p.m. Livestock Exhibits Released (Rabbits must be picked up) 1:30 p.m. Fair Closes SUNDAY, AUGUST 25

6:30-10 a.m. Livestock Exhibits Released (Except rabbits) 11 a.m. All Livestock Barns & Fairgrounds Close Main Exhibit Building Closed on Sunday MONDAY, AUGUST 26

9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Release Exhibits/Exhibit Booth Breakdown 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Open Class Premium Pay Out, Main Exhibit Building

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OBITUARI ES Jon L. Hoadley DIAMOND LAKE

Jon Louis James Hoadley of Diamond Lake passed away Aug. 4 after a long illness. He was 74. He was born Hoadley Feb. 14, 1940. Mr. Hoadley grew up in West Seattle and loved adventures. He would ride his bike for miles; take the boat his dad built to Blake Island in Puget Sound near Seattle, narrowly missing the ferries and transport freighters. He graduated from West Seattle High School in 1958, attended Whitworth College in Spokane for two years and transferred to Seattle Pacific College where he began his romance with Carlie Engholm. He graduated from college in 1962, and spent a year at New York Biblical Seminary. In August 1963, he married Carlie and spent the next three years at Pittsburgh Theological Seminary, graduating in 1966 with a Masters of Divinity. Mr. Hoadley began his ministry in Pacific Beach, Wash., at St. John’s Chapel by the Sea. In 1969, Jon and Carlie, with two young sons, moved to Bainbridge Island, Wash., to serve the Rolling Bay Presbyterian Church from 1969-1978. In 1978, he felt a call to a world mission and the family spent three years in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, serving the St. Andrew’s International Church of Kuala Lumpur, an expat congregation. In 1981, he and his family returned to Seattle to

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serve the Lake Forest Park Presbyterian Church until retirement in 2002 and moved to Diamond Lake. As an adult, Mr. Hoadley continued his love of travel, which included Scotland, England, a barge canal trip from England to Wales, Europe, Japan, Singapore, Thailand, Fiji, Australia, New Zealand; back packing through Italy; cruising numerous times to the Caribbean, and a Panama Canal cruise with the Lake Forest Park Church group. Road trips have also taken Jon and Carlie to every state in the USA. Mr. Hoadley was known for his woodworking projects (bird houses and furniture), his sense of humor, storytelling, love of naps, Christmas, angel food cake, and cruising in his 1966 GTO convertible. He passed on his love of classic cars to his two sons. Mr. Hoadley is survived by his wife of 51 years, Carlie, son Jared (and Colleen), son Joel; four grandchildren, Caymen, Jordan, C.J. and Jace; sisters-in law Pam (and Ed) and Wendy (and Tom); sister Pat Billingsley, sisterin-law Lu Hoadley, nieces and nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bayard and Beulah Hoadley, and his brother Rick. A Celebration of Life will be held at the United Church of Christ in Newport, 430 W. Third St., 99156, at 4 p.m. Aug. 23. Sherman-Knapp Funeral Home in Newport is in charge of arrangements. Family and friends are invited to sign the online guestbook at www.sherman-knapp.com.

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.

MONDAY, AUG. 4 SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCE: Railroad Ave. FIRE SMOKE: Bead Lake, fire reported by third party. ACCIDENT: Hwy. 31, vehicle accident reported. ALLERGY: Orion, report of male and female about 25 years old bitten by black widows. JUVENILE PROBLEM: S. Washington Ave., Newport SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES: LeClerc Rd. N. THEFT: Dalkena St., report of theft. ACCIDENT: Hwy. 20, vehicle accident reported, no injuries. ANIMAL CRUELTY: W. Sacheen St., report of animal cruelty. SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES: Coyote Trail

BEAD LAKE

Ruth Virginia Duenwald of Bead Lake passed away Aug. 10 at the age of 94. She was born May 13, 1920. A service is scheduled for Sept. 20 at 11 a.m. at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Newport. A full obituary will appear at a later date. Sherman-Knapp Funeral Home in Newport is in charge of arrangements. Family and friends are invited to sign the online guestbook at www.sherman-knapp.com.

Eleanor Childs Eleanor Childs was born June 25 at 10:41 a.m. to Cinnamon and Mike Childs of Newport. She weighed 7 pounds, 2 ounces and measured 19-1/4 inches in length, delivered at Newport Hospital by Dr. Kersting. She joins sisters Makayla and Desirae. Maternal grandparents are Erine and Robin Lewis. Paternal grandparents are Mack Mowry and Thelma Childs.

Easton Aaron James Randall Easton Aaron James Randall was born July 7 at 9:45 p.m. to Cheyenne and Boome Randall of Newport. He weighed 9 pounds, 1 ounce and measured 21-3/4 inches in length, delivered by Dr. Ragsdale at Newport Hospital.

Gabriella Marie Carlson was born July 10 at 9:17 p.m. to Abiona Carrasco and David Carlson of Ione. She weighed 5 pounds, 6 ounces, and measured 19 inches in length, delivered at Holy Family Hospital in Spokane. Grandparents are Roxanne and Carey Robertson, Daniel and Jennifer Carrasco and Robert and Rosemary Carlson.

Aiden M. Vermillion Aiden M. Vermillion was born July 17 at 3:34 a.m. to Kayla Vermillion and James Graves of Newport. He weighed 6 pounds, 7 ounces, and measured 20 inches in length, delivered by Dr. Kraus at Newport Hospital. He joins brothers Erik and Riley and sister Cassie.

SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES: Kings Lake Rd., complainant believes neighbor set up a trap with poison. ARREST: Scotia Rd., Lloyd E. Miller, 50, of Newport was arrested on a warrant. ARREST: S. Garden Ave., Newport, Charles E. Mccullar, 19, of Spokane was arrested on a warrant. FIRE SMOKE ONLY: Davis Lake, possible brush fire reported, heavy smoke south end of lake.

ARREST: Hwy. 31, Stephen D. Day, 21, of Metaline was arrested for disorderly conduct. THEFT: W. Walnut St., Newport

TUESDAY, AUG. 5 SUSPICIOUS PERSON: LeClerc Rd. N. BURGLARY: Bayview Rd., report of cabin broken into. THEFT: N. Fea Ave., Newport, report that medication was stolen from residence.

TRAFFIC OFFENSE: W. 7th St., report of four dirt bikes in area all with juvenile drivers. ARREST: S. Garden Ave., Karla J. Pope, 45, of Newport was arrested on a Department of Corrections detainer.

ACCIDENT: N. Hayford Rd., Airway Heights, hit and run collision reported. ARREST: Hwy. 2, Michael Craig Hayes, 60, of Riddle, Ore., was arrested for driving with a suspended license. ANIMAL CRUELTY: Camden Rd., report of dog tied up in front yard with no food or water.

TIMBER FIRE: Fertile Valley Rd., report of a fire ½ mile west from Balcom Rd. SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES: W. 7th St., caller states officers are out with subject who left 3-year-old in apartment alone. ARREST: Mark Andrew Vallee, 27, of Cusick was arrested for fourth degree assault. ARREST: Logan Jay McNamara, 24, of Newport was arrested for fourth degree assault domestic violence. ARREST: Nathaniel Devon Overlin, 18, of Newport was arrested for failure to appear. ARREST: Kenneth Edward Namchek, 52, of Coeur d’Alene was arrested on a warrant. ARREST: Breeanna Rachelle Benham, 24, of Newport was arrested for fourth degree assault.

THURSDAY, AUG. 7 ERRATIC DRIVER: Hwy. 211, report of small older Ford truck wrong lane of travel. BURGLARY: S. Newport Ave., Newport, report of vehicle stolen and property damaged over night. BURGLARY: Calicoma Rd., report of burglary.

COURT COMMITMENT: S. Garden Ave., Newport, Lisa Louise Stronk, 53, of Liberty Lake was booked and released for second degree assault.

NOISE COMPLAINT: Spring Hill Rd., report of loud music and yelling. ASSAULT: Davis Lake Rd., complainant states known male beat and choked her friend. TRANSPORT: S. Garden Ave., Newport, transport one inmate to Spokane and picking up three.

WEDNESDAY, AUG. 6

SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES: Kings Lake Rd., report that known female was watching complainant when she was gardening. THREATENING: W. 2nd St., report that subject was threatened by known person. SUSPICIOUS PERSON: LeClerc Rd. N. ERRATIC DRIVER: Hwy. 2, report of red motorcycle speeding and passing on double yellow. SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCE: Northshore Diamond Lake, report that juvenile son has problem with several boys during camp. ACCIDENT: Hwy. 20, report of vehicle rear-ended. THEFT: LeClerc Rd. S., Eric Daniel

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

MONDAY, AUGUST 18

PEND OREILLE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS: 9 a.m. - Pend Oreille County Courthouse PRIEST RIVER CITY COUNCIL: 6 p.m. - Priest River City Hall SELKIRK SCHOOL BOARD: 6 p.m. - Selkirk Middle/High School Music Room NEWPORT CITY COUNCIL: 6 p.m. - Newport City Hall PEND OREILLE FIRE DISTRICT NO. 8 BOARD: 7 p.m. - Fire Station at Spring Valley and Tweedie Roads

TUESDAY, AUGUST 19 BONNER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS: 8:45 a.m. - Bonner

County Administrative Building PEND OREILLE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS: 9 a.m. - Pend Oreille County Courthouse PEND OREILLE PUD COMMISSIONERS: 10 a.m. - Newport PUD Offices 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, AUGUST 20

ILLEGAL BURNING: Hwy. 2, complainant can see flames and smoke behind building in area; looks like large slash pile.

HARASSMENT: W. 7th St., report of verbal dispute, subjects now separated. TRESPASSING: McCloud Creek Rd., report of two subjects trespassing on property. SUSPICIOUS PERSON: Hwy. 2, deputy checking on female walking. SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES: Northshore Diamond Lake, complainant heard loud explosion to the north or northeast, said it shook the whole house but didn’t see anything.

AGENCY ASSIST: Camden Rd., assist Spokane County checking location for subject they have probable cause for arrest on.

ERRATIC DRIVER: Hwy. 2, report of black Mazda Tribute passing in turn lane and littering.

ERRATIC DRIVER: Hwy. 2, report of vehicle traveling at slow speeds with some lane travel.

ASSAULT: Veit Rd., complainant reports being assaulted four days ago by male.

AGENCY ASSIST: W. 2nd St., report of complainant’s debit card used without permission.

ARREST: S. Garden Ave., Newport, Frankie J. Muller, 44, of Spokane was arrested for possession of a controlled substance.

HARASSMENT: Ione Area, report that complainant is being harassed by male.

ANIMAL BITE: W. Pine St., Newport, report of male bit by dog on the leg.

SUSPICIOUS PERSON: W. 5th St., report of seeing a male jump a fence in the area.

COURT COMMITMENT: S. Garden Ave., Newport, Phillip David Elmer Jr., 29, of Newport was arrested on a Department of Corrections detainer.

ARREST: Hwy. 2, Curtis Wayne Sommer, 57, of Newport was arrested for harassment.

THEFT: N. Washington Ave., Newport, report that grandson’s bike was stolen.

THEFT: Timber Mountain Rd., report of deer camera stolen by subject on motorcycle.

FIRE: Hwy. 20, report of barbecue propane tank on fire.

TRAFFIC OFFENSE: Main St., report of erratic dirt bike.

deputy assist with a located stolen vehicle.

AGENCY ASSIST: Woodstock Drive, report of possible stolen motorcycle at address.

THEFT: Hwy. 2 ARREST: N. Hayford Rd., Airway Heights, Joseph W. Boyce, 30, was arrested on a warrant.

Sherod, 20, of Spokane was arrested on a warrant.

VIOLATION OF PROTECTION ORDER: E. 5th Ave., complainant received a text message from subject who is involved in a pending court order with complainant.

TRAFFIC OFFENSE: River Rd., vehicle driving up and down road at excessive speeds.

LOST PROPERTY: N. Fea Ave., Newport, left drill on front steps.

Gabriella Marie Carlson

ARREST: S. Garden Ave., Newport, Charla A. Smetana, 31, of Priest River was arrested on local warrants.

FIRE: Kirkpatrick Rd., report of downed power lines and timber on fire.

DISTURBANCE: W. Pine St., Newport, report of male yelling; refuses to leave.

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COURT COMMITMENT: S. Garden Ave., Newport, Paul Roy, 35, of Oldtown was booked and released for third degree theft.

THREATENING: Newport, report of threats made.

ARREST: Dylan Trevor Powers, 37, of Ione was arrested for driving under the influence.

Ruth Virginia Duenwald

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE VERBAL: W. Pine St., report that boyfriend came to apartment yelling; told female to leave.

ARREST: S. Garden Ave., Newport, Dylan T. Powers, 37, of Ione was arrested on a warrant.

ARREST: Kimberly Ann Anderson, 23, of Ione was arrested for obstructing a public servant.

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WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 13

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PEND OREILLE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL: 8:30 a.m. - Cusick Community Center

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE VERBAL: Veit Rd., report of male and female yelling in field.

FRIDAY, AUG. 8 JUVENILE PROBLEM: W. 1st St., report of juveniles in the park being loud and using profanity. THEFT: Hwy. 31, gas drive off reported.

ERRATIC DRIVER: Hwy. 2, report of Dodge with canopy going by dam now swerving all over roadway. ASSAULT: LeClerc Rd. S. report of male punched in face by another male. THREATENING: W Kelly Drive, report of threat via Facebook to knock teeth out. VIOLATION OF PROTECTION ODER: Hwy. 31, violation of protection order at port of entry reported. NOISE COMPLAINT: Sunset Drive N., complainant can hear loud music across the river from her location with strobe lights. SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES: Coyote Trail, report of man in roadway wearing a white blanket; tried to run out in front of reporting party’s car. ARREST: Angela Florinda Neal, 38, of Moses Lake was arrested on a warrant. ARREST: Kyler John Layne, 27, of Spokane was arrested for violation of a no contact order. WEST BONNER COUNTY

MONDAY, AUG. 4 ASSIST OTHER AGENCY: W. Pine St., Newport

TUESDAY, AUG. 5

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE: Baker Lake Rd., report of possible DV in progress.

THEFT: Hanaford Rd., Blanchard

JUVENILE PROBLEM: S. Scott Ave., report of fire started and put out.

TRAFFIC VIOLATION: Hwy. 2, Oldtown

THEFT: W. Walnut St., Newport, report of juvenile shoplifter. THEFT: W. Walnut St., Newport, person reported concealing food in purse.

SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCE: Hwy. 2, Priest River

BATTERY: Elkins Rd., Nordman SUSPICIOUS PERSON: S. Idaho Ave., Oldtown

WEDNESDAY, AUG. 6

ERRATIC DRIVER: Scotia Rd. E., report of van heading down Scotia Rd., swerving all over the roadway.

NO REPORTABLE INCIDENTS.

CUSTODIAL INTERFERENCE: S. Union Ave., Newport, person would like deputy contact.

NO REPORTABLE INCIDENTS.

ILLEGAL BURNING: Hwy. 20, report of large pile burning down on beach under trees. SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES: N. 5th Ave., report that person left residence in p.m. and returned to residence with things moved around. ERRATIC DRIVER: Metaline Falls, complainant said subject in a big white Dodge diesel was pealing out. JUVENILE PROBLEM: S. Washington Ave., Newport, report that 10-year-old son hit complainant’s boyfriend and is throwing things. THREATENING: W. 5th St., report of threats made by known male to burn down family’s house. ARREST: Robert Orr Krall, 78, of Ione was arrested for fourth degree assault, domestic violence.

SATURDAY, AUG. 9 NOISE COMPLAINT: Vista Drive, report of subjects running chainsaws at 5 a.m. THEFT: Northshore Diamond Lake Rd., reported theft of an orange sign with black lettering that said Mega Sale. ASSAULT: Valley View Drive, report of male involved in assault throat swelling back and foot pain. ACCIDENT: Hwy. 41, Bonner dispatch requesting a hazard check on a vehicle accident. ARREST: Hwy. 20, Phillip L. White, 43, of Priest River was arrested for driving with a suspended license. ACCIDENT: Cooks Mtn. Rd., report that vehicle went over the embankment; no one injured. FIRE: Trask Rd., reporting party can see two brush piles being burned. ANIMAL BITE: Earnest Lane, report of a dog bite. ARREST: Hwy. 2, Earl W. Wilkerson, 51, of Deer Park, was arrested for driving under the influence, driving on a suspended license and driving without the require ignition interlock. AGENCY ASSIST: Hwy. 2,

THURSDAY, AUG. 7 FRIDAY, AUG. 8 ACCIDENT: Rena Rd., Oldtown, report of a property damage accident. CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE: Hwy. 57, a 23-year-old Newport man was charged with possession for marijuana under three ounces.

SATURDAY, AUG. 9 ACCIDENT: Hwy. 57, Priest River, a hit and run accident was placed under investigation. ACCIDENT: Hwy. 41, Oldtown, deputies responded to injury accident. MARINE INCIDENT: W. Priest Lake Shore, Priest Lake, marine deputies investigated a report of reckless boating near Kalispell Bay. HUNTING AND FISHING VIOLATION: N. Osprey Rd., Priest Lake ASSIST OTHER AGENCY: Cardinal Lane, Spirit Lake, a deputy assisted firefighters. TRESPASSING: Railroad Ave., Priest River HUNTING AND FISHING VIOLATIONS: Hoo Doo Loop, Oldtown VEHICLE FIRE: Gregory St., Priest River SEX OFFENSE: My Rd., Oldtown, Nathan E. Lawrence, 68, of Oldtown was arrested for lewd conduct.

SUNDAY, AUG. 10 ACCIDENT: Reeder Bay Rd., Nordman, a deputy assisted US Forest Service with a crash investigation. ASSAULT: Cavanaugh Bay Rd., Coolin, a report of an assault was placed under investigation. FOUND PROPERTY: Hwy. 2, Priest River RECKLESS DRIVING: Hwy. 41, Spirit Lake ACCIDENT: Dickensheet Rd., Coolin DISTURBING THE PEACE: Lake St., Priest Lake, a deputy took a report of a noise complaint. CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE: Walden Lane, Spirit Lake, a deputy investigated a report of drugs.

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 WEST BONNER COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD: 6 p.m. - District Office, Priest River IONE TOWN COUNCIL: 7 p.m. Clerk’s Office

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Newport School District SUBSTITUTES NEEDED: CERTIFICATED TEACHERS TEACHER AIDES CUSTODIANS FOOD SERVICE WORKERS The Newport School District is accepting applications for certificated teachers, teacher aides, custodians, and food service substitutes to work on an on-call basis. Additional information and applications may be obtained by calling the Newport School District at (509) 447-3167 or by visiting our website at www.newport.wednet.edu. Equal Opportunity Employer.

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HELP WANTED The Selkirk School District is accepting applications for Assistant Middle School Volleyball Coach position. 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 affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.

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NEWESD 101 invites candidates for the position of ECEAP Lead Teacher in Selkirk School District. The successful applicant will plan & implement appropriate lesson plans, ensure each family receives a home visit, document child progress/ activities/outcomes, etc. An AA or higher degree w/equivalent of 30 college quarter credits in early childhood education required. Salary: $16.49/hour for 40 hrs/wk plus generous benefits package. Position states with 2014/2015 school year. Application & position description available at www.esd101.net or by contacting NEWESD 101, 4202 S Regal, Spokane, 99223, 509/789-3800. Closes 8/20/14 @ noon. EEO/AA employer NEWPORT Adult Family Home needs part time 12 hour night shift. (509) 447-0139. (27-3p) CIVIL DEPUTY Applications are now being accepted until August 19, 2014 at 4:00 p.m. to establish an eligibility list for Civil Deputy in Pend Oreille County Sheriff’s Office. Keyboarding test 30 words per minute and written exam. Civil Service application required. Application and exam announcement available at: www.pendoreilleco.org or Civil Service, 625 West 4th, Post Office Box 5060, Newport, Washington, 99156; phone: (509) 447-2712. (27-2))

MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES AGENCY seeking independent individuals with a desire to impact our community. Community Based Rehabilitation Specialists work with clients in their homes and communities to build various coping skills. Clinical supervision, training, and continuing education units provided. Applicants must have a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree. Part time and full time positions available in Priest River/ Oldtown area. Hourly wage is based on experience (generally $15 to $16 an hour); good benefits including mileage reimbursement, health insurance, paid Read The Newport Min- time off (full time), and er and Gem State Miner 401k. Complete online application at www.seClassifieds. quelemployment.com (27-4)

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CARETAKER Pend Oreille County Fair, Cusick, Washington will be contracting the position of Caretaker to begin on/ about October 1, 2014. Contractor is responsible for security, landscaping, light maintenance, cleanup during and after fair, plus other duties outlined in the caretakers agreement. Caretaker must live in provided residence on fairgrounds, paid $500 per month. Must possess valid Washington drivers license with clean record. Apply with letter of interest and resume by August 31, 2014: 1382 Ashenfelter Bay Road, Newport, Washington 99156.(28-3) RECEPTIONIST Counseling Services: full time, union position. Salary: $2,331.61/ month plus County benefits. See job description for complete list of qualifications and essential job functions. Obtain application and job description from Pend Oreille County Human Resources, 625 West 4th Newport, Washington (509) 447-6499 or the County website: www.pendoreilleco.org. Application deadline: August 19, 2014 at 4:00 p.m.(28) PET GROOMER New salon opening soon in Priest River. Full time, experienced, certified. Cat grooming a plus. Send cover letter and resume to Pawsitively Posh Pet Salon, Post Office Box 472, Priest River, Idaho 83856.(28-3p)

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OPTOMETRIST Newport Vision Source

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PHYSICAL THERAPY Priest River Rehab Services

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

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DIAMOND LAKE OPPORTUNITY Do you need space for big toys? Do you dream of working from home in a location with few zoning restrictions? Do you crave privacy and seclusion, yet love the convenience of being near shopping, entertainment, recreation and medical care? You need to see this custom home on 1-1/2 acres with shops, showroom and storage. $299,999.00. See photos: http:/www.mousehouse-tour.com/, listing number 9911. For private viewing, (509) 447-2369. (27-3p) REDUCED PRICE $129,000.00 H i g h w a y f ro n t a g e . 325182 Highway 2, Diamond Lake. 2 nice block buildings. Create your own business! (530) 515-9374.(27-4p)

FOR SALE POSSIBLE RENT 14x70 3 bedroom, 2 bath mobile home. In park, Oldtown. Close to schools. Nice, clean. If interested call (208) 263-4858 afternoons/ evening.(28-3p) Every day is Sale Day in The Newport Miner and Gem State Miner Classifieds.

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MOBILE HOME for sale. 1978 Barrington mobile home. Dimensions: 14x70 feet, Let us Sell your Car, 8x12 extension, 3 bedTruck or RV room, 2 bath, electric We charge 10% or a minimum of $200 heat, new wood stove, new vinyl windows. RV Sale - Prices Reduced!!! $19,500. For questions 1998 Salem 25 ft. please call (509) 458- 5th Wheel Trailer w/slide .....$7,995 5542. (28-3p) 13B 1997 Thor Wanderer 5th Wheel ..............................$7,995 1975 Ford Pickup w/Camper ..............................$2,495 1998 Chev Excab 4x4 Dually OFFICE/ RETAIL Space available now! (60k miles) NICE! ................$11,995 T i m b e r l i n e C e n t e r, 2000 Jeep Wrangler 4x4 ......$8,995 Priest River, between 1990 Ford F250 4X4 .............$5,995 Ace Hardware and Flo- 1995 Cadillac Deville 80k.....$4,495 ral Traditions. 1,240 2002 Mercury Sable 4D........$3,695 square feet. Call Ruth 1977 Chev 4x4 PU (208) 448-1914. (24-TF) Short Box...............................$3,495 1999 Mercury Sable 4D........$2,695 1995 Pontiac Grand AM.......$2,495 1995 Chrysler New Yorker...$2,395 1995 Ford Explorer...............$1,995 EVENTS-FESTIVALS 2001 Subaru Legacy Wagon..$999 PROMOTE YOUR RE- 1978 Big D Horse Trailer.........$895 GIONAL EVENT for 1991 Buick Century 4D...........$595 only pennies. Reach 2.7 million readers in newspapers statewide for $275 classified or $1,350 display ad. Call FINANCIAL this newspaper or (206) LOCAL PRIVATE INVES634-3838 for details. TOR loans money on Short of cash; long real estate equity. I loan on “Stuff?” Advertise on houses, raw land, in The Newport Miner commercial property and Gem State Miner and property developClassifieds. Call (509) ment. Call Eric at (425) 447-2433 for full details. 803-9061. www.fos-

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2014245 PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Pursuant to R.C.W. Chapter 61.24, et seq. and 62A.9A-604(a)(2) et seq. Trustee’s Sale No: 01-XGP-130745 I NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned Trustee, REGIONAL TRUSTEE SERVICES CORPORATION, will on August 22, 2014, at the hour of 10:00 AM, at THE MAIN STAIRS OF THE OLD CITY COURTHOUSE, 6 2 5 W. F O U R T H STREET, NEWPORT, WA, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder, payable at the time of sale, the following described real and personal property (hereafter referred to collectively as the “Property”), situated in the County of PEND OREILLE, State of Wa s h i n g t o n : R e a l property in the County of Pend Oreille, State of Washington, described as follows: P A R C E L

443008200001 THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER AND THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER, SECTION 8, TOWNSHIP 30 NORTH, RANGE 44 EAST OF THE WILLAMETTE MERIDIAN, PEND OREILLE COUNTY, WASHINGTON. PA R C E L 443007119001 EAST HALF OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF T H E N O RT H E A S T QUARTER OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER SECT 7, TOWNS H I P 3 0 N O RT H , RANGE 44 EAST, AND WEST HALF OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER SECTION 8, TOWNSHIP 30 NORTH, RANGE 44 EAST OF THE WILLAMETTE MERIDIAN, PEND OREILLE COUNTY,

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WA. Tax Parcel No: 443008200001, commonly known as 302 DIAMOND VIEW ROAD, NEWPORT, WA. The Property is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated 2/13/2011, recorded 3/3/2011, under Auditor’s/Recorder’s No. 20110307952, records of PEND OREILLE County, Washington, from MARTIN C RIEBE AND SHANNON V RIEBE, HUSBAND AND WIFE, as Grantor, to FIRST AMERICAN TITLE, as Trustee, in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR MORTGAGE INVESTORS CORPORATION, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS, as Beneficiary, the beneficial interest in which is presently held by PLANET HOME LENDING, LLC FKA GREEN PLANET SERVICING, LLC. 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. III The default(s) for which this foreclosure is/are

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CONTINUED FROM 6B made are as follows: FAILURE TO PAY THE MONTHLY PAYMENT WHICH BECAME DUE ON 9/1/2012, AND ALL SUBSEQUENT M O N T H LY P A YMENTS, PLUS LATE CHARGES AND OTHER COSTS AND FEES AS SET FORTH. Failure to pay when due the following amounts which are now in arrears: Amount due as of April 23, 2014 Delinquent Payments from September 01, 2012 13 payments at $1,379.26 each $17,930.38 7 payments at $1,418.40 each $9,928.80 (0901-12 through 04-2314) Late Charges: $941.76 BENEFICIARY ADVANCES CORPORATE ADVANCE $1,294.52 Suspense Credit: $0.00 TOTAL: $30,095.46 IV The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: Principal $246,287.80, together with interest as provided in the note or other instrument secured, 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 expenses 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 22, 2014. The default(s) referred to in paragraph III must be cured by August 11, 2014 (11 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 August 11, 2014, (11 days before the sale

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

date) the default(s) as set forth in paragraph III is/are cured and the Trustee’s fees and costs are paid. The sale may be terminated at any time after August 11, 2014, (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 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 addresses: MARTIN C RIEBE, 302 DIAMOND VIEW ROAD, NEWPORT, WA, 99156 MARTIN C RIEBE, PO BOX 112, NEWPORT, WA, 99156 SHANNON V RIEBE, PO BOX 112, NEWPORT, WA, 99156 SHANNON V RIEBE, 302 DIAMOND VIEW ROAD, NEWPORT, WA, 99156 by both first class and certified mail on 3/18/2014, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and on 3/17/2014, the Borrower and Grantor were personally served 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’s Sale will be held in accordance with Ch. 61.24 RCW and anyone wishing to bid at the sale will be required to have in his/ her possession at the time the bidding commences, cash, cashier’s check, or certified check in the amount of at least one dollar over the Beneficiary’s opening bid. In addition, the successful bidder will be required to pay the full amount of his/her bid in cash, cashier’s check, or certified check within one hour of the making of the bid. 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 of their interest in the above described 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 same 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. THIS NOTICE IS THE FINAL STEP BEFORE THE FORECLOSURE SALE OF YOUR HOME. You have only 20 DAYS

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from the recording date on this notice to pursue mediation. DO NOT DELAY. CONTACT A HOUSING COUNSELOR OR AN AT T O R N E Y 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: 1-877894-HOME (1-877984-4663) Web site: http://www.dfi.wa.gov/ consumers/homeowne r s h i p / p o s t _ p u rchase_counselors_ foreclosure.htm The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development Telephone: 1-800-5694287 Web site: http:// www.hud.gov/offices/ hsg/sfh/hcc/fc/index. cfm?webListAction=s earchandsearchstate =WAandfilterSvc=dfc The statewide civil legal aid hotline for assistance and referrals to other housing counselors and attorneys Telephone: 1-800-6064819 Website: http:// nwjustice.org/whatclear 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 proceeding under Chapter 59.12 RCW. For tenant-occupied property, the purchaser shall provide a tenant with written notice in accordance with section 2 of this act. DATED: 4/21/2014 REGIONAL TRUSTEE SERVICES CORPORATION Trustee By: MELANIE BEAMAN, AUTHORIZED AGENT Address: 616 1st Avenue, Suite 500 Seattle, WA 98104 Phone: (206) 340-2550 Sale Infor mation: www. rtrustee.com A - 4 4 5 5 3 8 5 0 7 / 2 3 / 2 0 1 4 , 08/13/2014 Published in The Newport Miner July 24 and August 13, 2014. (25, 28)

______________ 2014259 SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON COUNTY OF PEND OREIILE Case No. 14-400027-1 Probate Notice to Creditors

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IN RE. The Estate of Dolores L. Kaier, Deceased. Probate Notice to Creditors RCW 11.40.030 The personal representative named below has been appointed and has qualified as personal representative of this estate. Persons having claims against the decedent must, prior to the time such claims would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitation, serve their claims on the personal representative or the attorneys of record at the address stated below and file an executed copy of the claim with the Clerk of this Court within four months after the date of first publication of this notice or within four months after the date of the filing of the copy of this Notice with the Clerk of the Court, whichever is later or, except under those provisions included in RCW 11.40.011 and 11.40.013, the claim will be forever barred. This bar is effective as to the claims against both the probate assets and nonprobate assets of the decedent. Date of filing copy of July 22, 2014. Date of first publication July 30, 2014. /s/ Richard J. Kaier Richard J. Kaier c/o Douglas D. Lambarth P.O. Box 366 Newpor t, WA 99156 509-447-3036 Published in The Newport Miner July 30, August 6 and 13, 2014. (26-3)

______________ 2014262 SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR PEND OREILLE COUNTY NO. 14-4-00028-0 PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.030) Estate of JACK E. TAFT JR., 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 11.40.070: (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(l)(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 non-probate assets. Date of First Publication of this Notice: July 30, 2014. /s/ Edward A. Taft Edward A. Taft, Person Representative Denise Stewart Attorney at Law PLLC PO Box 301

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______________ 2014263 PUBLIC NOTICE SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON COUNTY OF PEND OREILLE Case No.: 14-400030-1 PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN RE. THE ESTATE OF E M A N U E L SCHMIDT, DECEASED. PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.030) The personal representative named below has been appointed and has qualified as personal representative of this estate. Persons having claims against the decedent must, prior to the time such claims would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitation, serve their claims on the personal representative or the attorneys of record at the address stated below and file an executed copy of the claim with the Clerk of this Court within four months after the date of first publication of this notice or within four months after the date of the filling of the copy of this Notice with the Clerk of the Court, whichever is later or, except under those provisions included in RCW 11.40.011 and 11.40.013, the claim will be forever barred. This bar is effective as to the claims against both the probate assets and nonprobate assets of the decedent. Date of filing copy of 7/29/14 Date of first publication 8/6/14. /s/ Lorraine Schmidt Lorraine Schmidt c/o Douglas D. Lambarth P.O. Box 366 Newpor t, WA 99156 509-447-3036 Published in The Newport Miner August 6, 13, and 20, 2014. (27-3)

_____________ 2014265 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT NO.1 OF PEND OREILLE COUNTY COMMUNITY NETWORK SYSTEM RATE HEARING A public hearing will be held at 11:15 a.m., August 19, 2014, so that the Board of Commissioners may consider the Community Network System Standard Class Service Rates. The hearing will be held at the PUD Administration Building in the Newport Conference Room, 130 N. Washington, Newport, Washington. The public is invited to attend and be heard. Karen Willner Clerk of the Board Published in The Newport Miner August 6 and 13, 2014. (27-2)

______________ 2014264 PUBLIC NOTICE STATE OF WASHINGTON DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY

Notice of Application to Appropriate Public Waters Take Notice: That Ronald & Karrie Duncan of Spokane, WA on July 16, 2014 under Application No. S3-30712 filed for permit to appropriate public waters, subject to existing rights, from the Pend Oreille River, tributary to the Columbia River in the amount of .11 of a cubic foot per second, each year, for continuous domestic supply for two homes & seasonal irrigation of 3 acres. The source of the proposed appropriation is located within Government Lot 3 (SE1/4NW1/4) of Section 33, Township 37 N., Range 43 E.W.M., in Pend Oreille County. Protests or objections to approval of this application must include a detailed statement of the basis for objections; protests must be accompanied by a fifty-($50.00) dollar recording fee and filed with the Department of Ecology, at the address shown below, within thirty (30) days from August 13, 2014. State of Washington Department of Ecology Water Resources Program-ERO PO Box 47611 Olympia, WA 98504-7611 Published in The Newport Miner August 6 and 13, 2014. (27-2)

______________ 2014269 PUBLIC NOTICE Combined Notice of Application and Action Pursuant to County Development Regulations, notice is hereby given that Pend Oreille County did on July 17, 2014 received a complete SEPA Environmental Checklist with supplemental documents prepared by Fire Mountain Farms, Inc. and did on August 01, 2014 issue a Determination of Completeness for a Biosolids Application project (FILE NO. SEPA-14013), Location: 511 Bob Newman Rd., Ione, WA 99139 (Sec 09, Twp 37N, Range 43E) and 234 Basnaw Rd., Ione, WA 99139 (Sec 29, Twp 37N, Range 43E). An Environmental Checklist under the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) was prepared by the applicant on April 15, 2014, and the county expects to issue a Determination of Non-Significance for this project. The optional DNS process is being used and this may be the only opportunity to comment on the environmental impacts for the proposal. Written comments from the public may be submitted to Pend Oreille County no later than August 21, 2014. Any person desiring to express their views, or to be notified of the action taken on this application should contact the Pend Oreille County Community Development Department. The submitted application and related file documents may be examined by the public between 8:00 AM & 4:30 PM at the Pend Oreille County Courthouse, Lower Level, 625 West 4th, Newport, WA 99156, (509) 447-4821 and

viewed at www.pendoreilleco.org. Contact: Todd McLaughlin, Community Dev. Natural Resource Planner, tmclaughlin@ pendoreille.org. Required Permits: Critical Areas Authorization (Pend Oreille County) Dated: August 01, 2014 Published in The Newport Miner August 6 and 13, 2014. (27-2)

______________ 2014270 PUBLIC NOTICE Notice of Application Pursuant to County Development Regulations, notice is hereby given that Pend Oreille County did on July 14, 2014, receive a complete SEPA Checklist, Joint Aquatic Resources Permit Application, and associated documents from Jeffrey and Linda Jones, and did on August 01, 2014 issue a Determination of Completeness for an shoreline stabilization project on the Pend Oreille River. (FILE NO. SSDP-14006), Location: 832 Levitch Rd., Newport, WA 99156. An Environmental Checklist under the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) was prepared by the applicant on April 28, 2014. Any person desiring to express their views or to be notified of the action taken on this application should contact the Pend Oreille County Community Development Department. The submitted application and related file documents may be examined by the public between 8:00 AM & 4:30 PM at the Pend Oreille County Courthouse, Lower Level, 625 West 4th, Newport, WA 99156, (509) 447-4821 and viewed at www.pendoreilleco. org. Contact: Todd McLaughlin, Community Dev. Natural Resource Planner. Written comments from the public may be submitted to Pend Oreille County no later than August 21, 2014. Required Permits: Shoreline Substantial Development Permit (Pend Oreille County), Hydraulic Project Approval (WDFW), Regional General Permit 7 (Army Corps) Dated: August 01, 2014 Published in The Newport Miner August 6 and 13, 2014. (27-2)

______________ 2014271 PUBLIC NOTICE Notice of Application Pursuant to County Development Regulations, notice is hereby given that Pend Oreille County did on July 09, 2014, receive a complete SEPA Checklist, Joint Aquatic Resources Permit Application, and associated documents from Debra Marthaller, and did on August 01, 2014 issue a Determination of Completeness for an aquatic weed harvesting project on the Pend Oreille River. (FILE NO. SCUP-14-002), Location: Box Canyon Reservoir on the Pend Oreille River. An Environmental Checklist under the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) was prepared by the applicant on July 09, 2014. Any person desiring to ex-

press their views or to be notified of the action taken on this application should contact the Pend Oreille County Community Development Department. The submitted application and related file documents may be examined by the public between 8:00 AM & 4:30 PM at the Pend Oreille County Courthouse, Lower Level, 625 West 4th, Newport, WA 99156, (509) 447-4821 and viewed at www.pendoreilleco. org. Contact: Todd McLaughlin, Community Dev. Natural Resource Planner. Written comments from the public may be submitted to Pend Oreille County no later than August 21, 2014. Required Permits: Shoreline Conditional Use Permit (Pend Oreille County), Hydraulic Project Approval (WDFW), Federal Authorization (Army Corps). Other authorizations may be required based on further review. Dated: August 01, 2014 Published in The Newport Miner August 6 and 13, 2014. (27-2)

______________ 2014266 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING - ROAD NAME CHANGE AND ROAD NAME REMOVAL PUBLIC HEARING The Pend Oreille County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on August 26, 2014, 1:30 p.m. to take public comment on the following: renaming of Ione Pit Road to Blue Sky Drive; and removing Pines Lane and extending Arthurs Blvd to Leclerc Road N. The hearing will be held in the County Commissioners’ hearing room, County Courthouse, 625 West 4th, Newport, WA 99156. If you require any reasonable accommodation to participate in the meeting, contact the Clerk of the Board at 509-447-4119, at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. Published in The Newport Miner August 13 and 20, 2014. (28-2)

______________ 2014268 PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE PURSUANT TO THE REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON CHAPTER 61.24, ET SEQ. I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned Trustee will, on the 12th day of September, 2014, at the hour of 10:00 a.m., at the main entrance to the Pend Oreille County Hall of Justice, 229 S. Gardner, Newport, state of Washington, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder, payable at the time of sale the following described real property, situated in the county of Pend Oreille, state of Washington, to wit: LOT 17 IN BLOCK 2, AS SHOWN ON OFFICIAL PLAT OF LAZY ACRES FILED IN THE OFFICE OF COUNTY AUDITOR OF PEND OREILLE COUNTY, WASHINGTON, IN BOOK 3 OF PLATS, PAGE 136. The Real Property or its address is commonly known as 1392 CONTINUED ON 8B

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ant to RCW chapter 29A.60. This meeting will take place in the Pend Oreille County Courthouse at 625 W. 4th Street, Newport. A pre-canvas board meeting with take place the day prior, August 18, 2014 at 8:30 am at the same location. /s/ Marianne Nichols Marianne Nichols, Auditor and Supervisor of Elections Pend Oreille County, Washington

2014283 PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF CANVAS BOARD MEETINGS August 18 & 19, 2014 Pend Oreille County, Washington NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that public meetings of the Pend Oreille County Canvassing Board will be held at 10:00 am August 19, 2014 to canvass and certify the Primary Election pursu-

Published in The Newport Miner August 13, 2014. (28)

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Community celebrates Scenic Byway project completion A 19-year project in the making IONE – The North Pend Oreille Scenic Byway celebrates the completion of a 19-year long restoration WHAT’S NEXT: project with RIBBON CUTTING: a ribbon Saturday, Aug. 23, 8 cutting a.m., Tiger Historic ceremony, Center Saturday, Aug. 23 at 8 a.m. at the Tiger Historic Center. An optional tour of the restored sites, as well as the Vista House and Cutter Theater, will

follow the ceremony from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The State Route 31 North Pend Oreille Scenic Byway project was themed The River and the Road. The nine byways include the Tiger Historic Center, the Ione, Metaline and Metaline Falls City Parks, Box Canyon and Eagles Nest View Points, Sweet Creek Rest Area, Hooknose View Point and Crescent Lake. Also incorporated was the historic theme of the Native American presence along the river and logging and mining, in order to tell the story of this scenic corner of Pend

Oreille County. The project started in 1995 when several volunteers heard about the Scenic Byway program. They started the project in 1997 with a Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) Heritage Corridor Grant and the formation of a five-person steering committee, and a 25 person citizen advisory group. A student and faculty team from the Eastern Washington University Department of Urban & Regional Planning provided technical assistance in conduct-

ing resource inventories and managing community involvement. Over the 19-year history of the project, there have been seven state and federal grants totaling about $970,700. About $194,150 of cash, materials and labor was donated by individuals and area businesses including Seattle City Light, Teck American, Pend Oreille PUD and Pend Oreille County. The State and Federal Scenic Byway Programs were administered through WSDOT, with Pend Oreille County as the lead agency.

WE E K AH EAD WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 13 ROTARY CLUB: 7:15 a.m. - Oldtown Rotary Park OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS: 8 a.m. - Pineridge Community Church, 1428 W. First St., Newport, use back entrance NEWPORT TOPS: 9 a.m. - Newport Eagles FIBER ARTS KNITTING AND SPINNING GROUP: 9 a.m. - Create Arts Center, Newport STORY TIME: 10:30 a.m. Blanchard Library 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 PRM-ADVOCATES FOR WOMEN: 1-3 p.m. - Station 2:41 Coffee Shop, Oldtown JESSA’S CREATIVE DANCE CLASS: 4 p.m. - Create Arts Center

- Priest River Free Methodist Church

p.m. - Pend Oreille Mennonite Church

nerstone Building, Selkirk Way, Oldtown

SPIRIT LAKE HISTORICAL SOCIETY: 6:30 p.m. - Call 208-6655921 for locations

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

OATH KEEPERS CONSTITUTIONAL STUDY GROUP: 5:30 p.m. Hospitality House, Newport

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

THURSDAY, AUGUST 14

MOTHERS OF PRECIOUS LITTLE ONES: 9-11 a.m. - Dalkena Church, Highway 20

NIA DANCE LESSONS: 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. - Create Arts Center

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

BASIC MEETING: 10 a.m. Blanchard Community Center

WATERCOLOR BASICS AND BEYOND CLASS: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. - Create Arts Center, Newport

STORY TIME: 10:30 a.m. - Priest River Library STORY TIME - CALISPEL VALLEY LIBRARY, CUSICK: 10:30 a.m. Calispel Valley Library, Cusick 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 FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT: 5:30-8 p.m. - Newport Library CELEBRATE RECOVERY: 5:30 p.m. - House of the Lord, 754 Silverbirch Lane, Oldtown

PRIEST RIVER TOPS: 6 p.m.

PEND OREILLE KIDS CLUB: 6

Graham Rd., Ione, WA 99139. The Real Property tax identification number is 433720 52 9039. which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated December 26, 2006, recorded December 29, 2006, under Auditor’s File No. 2006 0290678 records of Pend Oreille County, Washington, from Eleanor A. Gert, as Grantor, to Pend Oreille Title Company, as Trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of Mountain West Bank, a division of Glacier Bank, a Montana banking corporation, as Beneficiary. II. No action commenced by the Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust or the Beneficiary’s successor 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 said Deed of Trust. III. The default for which this foreclosure is made is as follows: Failure to pay when due the following amounts which are now in arrears: Monthly payments for February to June 2014: $ 1,438.05 Late Charges for February to June 2014: $ 75.00 TOTAL MONTHLY PAYMENTS AND LATE CHARGES as of June 9, 2014 $ 1,513.05 IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: Principal of $14,556.84, together with interest as provided in the Note or other instrument secured from the 29th day of December, 2006, and such other costs and fees as are due under the Note or other instrument secured,

FRIDAY, AUGUST 15

PRIEST RIVER FOOD BANK OPEN: 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Priest River Senior Center

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

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

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 the 12th day of September, 2014 (90 days after posted). The default referred to in Paragraph III must be cured by the 1st day of September, 2014 (11 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 the 1st day of September, 2014, (11 days before the sale) the default as set forth in Paragraph III is cured and the Trustee’s fees and costs are paid. The sale may be terminated any time after the 1st day of September, 2014 (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 by paying the 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, Grantor, and Occupants at the following addresses: GRANTOR Eleanor A. Price aka Eleanor A. Gert 1392 Graham Road Ione, WA 99139 Eleanor A. Price aka Eleanor A. Gert PO Box 393

STORY TIME: 11 a.m. - Newport Library DAVIS LAKE GRANGE: Noon Davis Lake Grange DANCE CLASSES: 5:30-6:30 p.m. - Create Arts Center, Newport AL-ANON: 7-8 p.m. - Priest River, 119 Main St., Suite 204, Room 16, Call Jan 208-946-6131 ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS OPEN MEETING: 7 p.m. - St. Catherine’s Catholic Church

SATURDAY, AUGUST 16 VFW BREAKFAST: 8-11 a.m. - 112 Larch St., Priest River WOMEN’S AA: 9:30 a.m. - Create Arts Center, Newport HAPPY AGERS CARD PARTY: 1 p.m. - Priest River Senior Center AA MEETING: 5 p.m. - Cor-

Ione, WA 99139 The heirs and devisees of Eleanor A. Price aka Eleanor A. Gert 1392 Graham Road Ione, WA 99139 The heirs and devisees of Eleanor A. Price aka Eleanor A. Gert PO Box 393 Ione, WA 99139 OCCUPANTS: 1392 Graham Road Ione, WA 99139 BORROWERS: Eleanor A. Price aka Eleanor A. Gert Mason F. Gert PO Box 393 Ione, WA 99139 Eleanor A. Price aka Eleanor A. Gert Mason F. Gert 1392 Graham Road Ione, WA 99139 The heirs and devisees of Eleanor A. Price aka Eleanor A. Gert 1392 Graham Road Ione, WA 99139 The heirs and devisees of Eleanor A. Price aka Eleanor A. Gert PO Box 393 Ione, WA 99139 by both first class and certified mail on the 6th day of May, 2014, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and the written Notice of Default was posted in a conspicuous place on the real property described in Paragraph I above on the 9th day of May, 2014, and the Trustee has in his possession proof of such service or posting. VII. The Trustee whose name and address is 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 abovedescribed 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. DATED: 9th day of June, 2014. LUKINS & ANNIS, P.S. /s/ Trevor R. Pincock Trevor R. Pincock, Trustee A d d re s s : 1 6 0 0 Washington Trust Financial Center 717 West Sprague Avenue Spokane, Washington 99201-0466 Telephone: (509) 455-9555 Published in The Newport Miner August 13 and September 3, 2014. (28, 31)

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

SUNDAY, AUGUST 17 ATHOL AMERICAN LEGION POST 149 BINGO: 1 p.m. - Post 149 NEWPORT YOUTH: 4 p.m. - Sadie Halstead Middle School ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: 7 p.m. - Hospitality House, Newport

MONDAY, AUGUST 18 PRIEST RIVER LIONS: 6:30 p.m. Priest River Senior Center ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: 7 p.m. - Pend Oreille Bible Church in Cusick ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: 7 p.m. - Blanchard Community Church

TUESDAY, AUGUST 19 BLANCHARD SPINNERS: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. - Blanchard Community Center NIA DANCE LESSONS: 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. - Create Arts Center KINSHIP CAREGIVERS FOSTER PARENT SUPPORT GROUP: 9-11 a.m. - Sandifur Room, Newport Hospital

2014274 PUBLIC NOTICE 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, August 25, 2014 at 6:00 p.m. at Selkirk High School Music Room for purpose of the 2013-14 Budget Extension in the Transportation Vehicle Fund. Any interested person may appear at this meeting and will be given the opportunity to be heard for or against any part of the 2013-14 Budget Extension. Published in The Newport Miner August 13 and 20, 2014. (28-2)

______________ 2014277 PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF SOLICITATION FOR PUBLIC COMMENT NEW Regional Transportation Planning Organization NOTICE is hereby given that the NEW Regional Transportation Planning Organization (RTPO) is preparing to adopt an update to the Regional Transportation Plan for the period 2014 – 2018. This plan includes historic, current, and proposed documentation relating to planning for transportation needs in Ferry, Pend Oreille, and Stevens Counties. The DRAFT REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION PLAN 2014 – 2018 will be published for public review and comment on the Tri-County Economic Development District website, www. tricountyedd.com, under the heading of NEW RTPO. A hard copy will also be available for viewing at the TEDD office.

FAMILIES FOR KIDS AND DCFS: 9-11 a.m. - 1600 W. First St., Newport

ate Arts Center, Newport

BLANCHARD STITCHERS QUILTING SESSION: 9 a.m. to noon Blanchard Community Center

MASTER CHEF COOKING SERIES: 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Blanchard Community Center

MOTHERS OF PRESCHOOLERS GATHERING: 10 a.m. - Priest River Assembly of God Church SOROPTIMIST INTERNATIONAL OF NEWPORT SOCIAL MEETING: 12-1 p.m. - Pineridge Community Church

NEWPORT TOPS: 9 a.m. - Newport Eagles

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

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

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

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

PRIEST RIVER CHAMBER OF COMMERCE DINNER MEETING: 5:30 p.m. - Rotating Restaurants PINOCHLE: 6 p.m. - Calispel Valley Library, Cusick BINGO: 6:30 p.m. - Newport Eagles ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: 7 p.m. - St. Anthony’s Church

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 20 ROTARY CLUB: 7:15 a.m. - Oldtown Rotary Park OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS: 8 a.m. - Pineridge Community Church, 1428 W. First St., Newport, use back entrance FIBER ARTS KNITTING AND SPINNING GROUP: 9 a.m. - Cre-

The revisions made to this version of the document were prepared in response to extensive outreach by the NEW RTPO through meetings and public workshops with public officials, stakeholders, and interested parties. Evaluation of this DRAFT document will be open from Monday, August 11, 2014 through 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 9, 2014. Please submit your comments no later than September 9, 2014 to Melinda Lee, District Planner, NEW RTPO/TEDD: mlee@ teddonline.com; (509) 684-4571; or 986 S. Main Street, Suite A, Colville, WA 99114, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Published in The Newport Miner August 13, 2014. (28)

______________ 2014278 PUBLIC NOTICE The Pend Oreille County Library District Board of Trustees have changed their regularly scheduled Board Meeting on August 28 at 10 AM to August 28 at 4 PM. The meeting will be held at the Pend Oreille County Library District Office. This is due to a conflict in schedules. Published in The Newport Miner August 13 and 20, 2014. (28-2)

______________ 2014279 PUBLIC NOTICE Notice of Action Pursuant to 43.21C RCW, notice is hereby given that Pend Oreille County did on July 18, 2014 receive a complete SEPA Checklist, Joint Aquatic Resource Application (JARPA), a Biologi-

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: 5:45 p.m. - Hospitality House, Newport PRIEST RIVER TOPS: 6 p.m. - Priest River Free Methodist Church VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS POST/AUXILIARY: 6 p.m. - Priest River VFW NORTH IDAHO PATTERN RACERS 4-H: 6 p.m. - Cornerstone Building, Oldtown PRIEST RIVER ANIMAL RESCUE: 6 p.m. - 1710 9th St., Priest River YORK RITE OF FREEMASONRY: 6:30 p.m. - Spirit Lake Temple ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: 7 p.m. - Hospitality House, Newport

cal Opinion, and Site Plans prepared by Pend Oreille PUD #1 for installation of a Upstream Fish Passage project on the Pend Oreille River. Pend Oreille County has issued a Determination of NonSignificance for this project. This DNS is issued under WAC 197-11-350; the lead agency will not act on this proposal for 15 days from August 11, 2014. Comments must be submitted by August 26, 2014. This application will be heard by the Pend Oreille County Planning Commission on September 09, 2014 in Cusick at the Community Center @ 6:00pm. The submitted application and related documents may be examined by the public between 8:00 AM & 4:00 PM at the County Courthouse, Lower Level, 625 W. 4th, Newport, WA 99156, (509) 447-4821 and online at www.pendoreilleco.org. Contact: Todd McLaughlin, Natural Resource Planner, (509) 4476462, tmclaughlin@ pendoreille.org. Required Permits: Shoreline CUP Date of Permit application: July 17, 2014 Date of Determination of Completeness: July 18, 2014 Date of Notice of Application: July 18, 2014 Date of Threshold SEPA Determination: August 11, 2014 Published in The Newport Miner August 13, 2014. (28)

_____________ 2014280 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The Pend Oreille County Board of Commissioners will meet in their meeting room

at 625 W. 4th, Newport, WA at 3:30 p.m. on August 25, 2014 regarding SB6180, merging Open Space Timber with Designated Forest Land and consideration of fees. Published in The Newport Miner August 13 and 20, 2014. (28-2)

______________ 2014281 PUBLIC NOTICE Pend Oreille County Fire District #5 Commissioners will be having a special meeting Aug 22 at 6 pm or 18:00 to discuss future plans. This will be held at Station 51, 406722 SR20, Cusick WA. 99119 Published in The Newport Miner August 13 and 20, 2014. (28-2)

_____________ 2014282 PUBLIC NOTICE Revised Notice of Docket Closure for Comprehensive Plan Update If you have any purposed changes to the Comprehensive Plan or the Future Land Use Map please submit the appropriate application and a completed SEPA check list to the Community Development Department prior to 4:30 PM September 12th, 2014. The docket is open to public inspection during working hours (M-F 8am-4:30 pm). The Community Development Department is located at the Courthouse, Lower Level, 625 W. 4th, Newport, WA 99156, (509) 4474821. Contact: Mike Lithgow, Director. Dated: Aug. 11, 2014 Published in The Newport Miner August 13, 2014. (28)