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It’s a go, HiTest to start permitting for silicon smelter By Don Gronning Of The Miner

NEWPORT – HiTest Sands has made a decision. After a process that started in 2015, HiTest Sands, Inc., has selected an area south of Newport as the site of a $325 million silicon smelter. HiTest President Jayson Tymko showed a power point presentation that outlined the silicon industry and HiTest Sands proposal during a series of public meetings in Newport on Monday, Oct. 2. Starting at the county, Tymko said the reason he had been so slow to decide on a site and announce it was because he didn’t want to create false expectations. Now that the company has selected a site, he’s ready to start the process. The plan is to build a $325 million silicon smelter that would employ about 150 people at an average annual wage of about $70,000 for hourly workers and significantly higher for salaried workers. Tymko said there would be about 120 hourly jobs and 20-30 salaried positions. In addition there would be as many as 750 indirect jobs, including about 400 people employed for the construction. The plan is to start the permitting process now and to have the plant up for a test run by Sept. 20, 2019. People who attended the county See Hi test, 2A

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HiTest Sands President Jayson Tymko announced that HiTest will start the permit process for HiTest Silicon, a silicon producing plant planned in Pend Oreille County, just south of Newport.

West Bonner School board OKs float riding High school principal wanted to limit By Don Gronning Of The Miner

PRIEST RIVER – The West Bonner School District Board of Trustees voted 4-0 in a special meeting Tuesday, Sept. 26 to allow students to ride on homecoming floats. In doing so, they overrode Priest River Lamanna High School Principal Joe Kren’s decision to limit float riders to homecoming royalty, band members and athletes. Kren said he saw students jumping on and off floats at last year’s parade, despite being instructed not to. He saw that as unsafe and decided at the first of the school year to limit students who ride the floats. A week earlier students and parents had attended a board meeting to express their displeasure with Kren’s decision. The board set the special meeting to decide if they would

Deputy identified in Coolin shooting COOLIN, ID – The Bonner County Sheriff’s Deputy that shot and killed a Coolin man, Craig Johnson, on Tuesday, Sept. 26 has been identified as Sergeant Shawn Deem. Deem has been with Bonner County Sheriff’s Office for eight and a half years. The shooting was the result of a welfare check that took a tragic turn two days later when the subject brandished a firearm at police. According to a press release from the Idaho State Patrol (ISP), on Sunday night, Sept. 24,

permit students to ride on floats. In the public comment part of the meeting, parent Amanda Grisham told the board that she didn’t see anything unsafe at last year’s parade. She said teachers rode on the float. PRLHS junior Gabby Hagman proposed that the floats have 42-inch railings and undergo a safety check before the parade starts. Kren said he was there to answer questions and didn’t have a comment. Comments were closed and trustee Samuel “Ranger Rick” Hall opened the discussion. “I can’t see kids being held back because somebody did something wrong last year,” he said. “Did we take action against the kids last year?” He wanted the students to be able to ride the floats. He joked that he carries a taser and would use it on float jumpers. Trustee Margaret Hall asked Kren what he saw last year.

Robin Johnson, the wife of Craig Johnson, called the Bonner County Sheriff’s office and requested a deputy travel to their residence in Coolin for a welfare check on her husband. Mrs. Johnson said she had been trying to contact him and he was not returning her phone calls. She was worried and requested law enforcement contact him to make sure he was okay. At approximately 11:54 p.m., deputy Gary See coolin, 2A

Fire District 2 hires new chief By Don Gronning Of The Miner

IONE – Fire District 2, which serves the north county, has hired a new fire chief/paramedic. The district hired Chris Haynes, 51. There were four candidates for the position. Fire District 2 Commissioners Donna Mitchell and Pete Smoldon voted for the hire and Frank Mundy voted against it. Haynes was offered the job the day after the vote.

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Saturday, Sept. 30, commissioners held a special meeting to finalize Haynes’ salary. Commissioners voted 2-1 to approve Haynes salary of $49,000 annually, with Mundy Haynes voting no. Fire District 2 has a 2017 budget of $239,096, according to the county Auditor. Haynes was lead paramedic for AMR, the ambulance

company that served Newport for a while. “My primary goal is getting advanced life support services back,” he said. He has been in contact with Fire Chief Mike Nokes of South Pend Oreille Fire and Rescue to help facilitate that. Fire District 2’s Drug Enforcement Administration license expired in May. Some resignations came following Haynes hiring. Robyn Turcotte - EMT/ See district, 2A

B r i e f ly Exbabylon enters IT talks with Priest River PRIEST RIVER – Information Technology (IT) and how it relates to the city were some of the topics discussed at the Monday, Oct. 2, Priest River city council meeting. Alex Stanton, owner of Exbabylon, attended the meeting to discuss services for the city. Councilman Greg Edwards made a motion to approve the Master Services Agreement with Exbabylon for site survey and IT review services at all city locations, for no charge. The council unanimously approved. Stanton also presented the updated IT support quote.

After a lengthy discussion, the item was tabled for the preparation of a service agreement to be presented at the next council meeting.

‘Clockwork’ opens next Friday SACHEEN LAKE – Mystery returns to Circle Moon Theatre with the performance of Clockwork, a frantic comedy mystery by Pat Cook and presented by Northwoods Performing Arts. “The show is a complete night of murder, mayhem, and outrageous laughter,” said Alice Booth of Northwoods

Performing Arts. Clockwork is scheduled on Oct. 6-7, 13-14, and 20-21. Tickets are $25 per person for dinner and show, or $12 for the show only. Seniors and children’s tickets are $10. Dining service begins at 6:30 p.m. and the curtain opens at 7:30 p.m. For tickets and reservations call 208-448-1294 or go to NorthwoodsPerformingArts.com and at Seeber’s Pharmacy in Newport. Circle Moon Theater is located on Highway 211, 3-1/2 miles north of Highway 2.

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Madden responded to their Coolin residence for the welfare check. Craig Johnson immediately confronted the deputy by pointing a handgun at him and threatening him. The deputy sought cover behind his vehicle until he was able to safely retreat and leave the property. According to Bonner County dispatch logs sent to The Miner Newspapers, from the time Madden arrived at the Johnson residence to the time he left, the encounter was four minutes long. A $30,000 felony warrant for aggravated assault on a law enforcement officer was subsequently issued for Johnson’s arrest, leading to the deadly incident two days later. The Bonner County Sheriff’s Office conducted the service of the warrant on Tuesday morning, Sept. 26. During negotiations with Johnson via telephone and a police vehicle public address

system, Johnson exited his residence with a loaded handgun and confronted deputies by pointing a handgun at them. Deem then shot him. Deputies at the scene immediately rendered first aid to Johnson. By standard operating procedure, an ambulance had been staged nearby and it responded to the scene, arriving within a few minutes. Johnson was transported by ambulance to a life flight landing zone, but died en route to the landing zone. According to a story in The Spokesman-Review, last Thursday prosecutors dismissed the aggravated assault charge that was filed against Johnson. The deputies involved were not injured. They have been placed on paid administrative leave, per standard protocol, pending the North Idaho Critical Incident Task Force investigation’s outcome.

Haynes has been living in Usk. He plans to move to the district. He has been married to his wife, Nickey, for 34 years. She works as a respiratory therapist for Bonner General Hospital in Sandpoint. They have two grown children. Haynes last day with AMR is Oct. 12.

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Medical Officer for the district, resigned at the Tuesday meeting. The next day Frank Lynch, an EMT, and Shawn Owens, Lt. for the Station 23, the Tiger station, also resigned. Calls for comment to commissioners Mitchell and Smoldon were not returned.

By the numbers

Here are some numbers that apply to the HiTest Silicon operation. The numbers assume that it will be built and operated around the clock. 60 tons of silicon produced annually $3,000 a ton current price for silicon 8,000 gallons of water used daily to cool and prevent dust 150 workers to operate the plant $70,000 average annual salary for hourly workers $300,000 state grant awarded HiTest for work on the project $20 million invested by HiTest so far $325 million projected cost to construct the plant 50-80 years expected life of plant 105 megawatts of electricity used annually when the smelter is running

hi test: consumed leave the smelter as a saleable product. Local officials expressed support for the project. Pend Oreille County Commissioner Steve Kiss said that this project would have economic benefits throughout the region. “We look forward to working with our regional partners in Bonner, Stevens, Kootenai, and Spokane County to maximize the benefits from this unique opportunity,” Kiss said in a HiTest press release. “We need a diverse economic base that will support young families and give us a more sustainable future,” said Karen Skoog, Pend Oreille County Commission chairwoman in the same press release. “I believe our community’s commitment to a rural way of life and the environment will make additional development reasonable and low impact.” Colin Willenbrock, PUD general manager, said the next step is to work out a formal request for power service at the site. “Now that HiTest has officially purchased property in the County, we will work with them on a formal request for service at the site and the execution of a collateral agreement to fund the necessary engineering analysis for power delivery,” Willenbrock said. He said the analysis is a multi-party process involving PUD staff, neighboring Avista and the Bonneville Power Administration. The PUD will also need to begin negotiating a long-term power supply agreement with sufficient financial security, Willenbrock said. “Economic development projects of this scale generally start with the PUD,” Willenbrock said in the HiTest news release. “Our Commissioners and highly qualified staff take a lot of pride in helping any new customer.” Gregg Dohrn, Pend Oreille County’s HiTest Project Manager, said that in the discussions leading up to this announcement they have identified the state and local

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presentations peppered the HiTest officials with questions about water, light and noise, among other things. Pend Oreille County Commissioner Mike Manus said some of the same people who asked questions at the county meeting appeared to have fewer concerns at the PUD meeting. “I saw a difference between the first meeting and the second,” Manus said when he and HiTest executives stopped by The Miner Tuesday. The HiTest facility will use about 8,000 gallons of water a day, considerably more than the 300 gallons a day The Miner originally reported. Jim May, HiTest chief operating officer, said that the misunderstanding was likely because that is how much water will be discharged, not used. The discharged water would mostly be water used by employees during the course of a day. The 8,000 gallons of water is used in the cooling process and to keep dust down and wood piles wet. Some 6,000 gallons would be used for dust suppression and wood chip saturation. About 2,000 gallons a day would be used for furnace evaporation, according to the power point presentation. The company is still evaluating where the water will come from. It could be Newport city water. In the smelting process, wood chips and a clean, metallurgical coal are combined with high purity hard rock quartz and heated in a submerged arc furnace to a temperature of 3,000 degrees Fahrenheit. The coal and woodchips don’t burn, they vaporize, Tymko said. The product is cooled in a closed loop system, leading to far less water use than a similar plant in Mississippi. There are no heavy metals or hazardous chemicals used in the production process, nor does the process produce any, company official said. All materials required during the production process and

permits and approvals that must be obtained before construction can begin. Dohrn said the county would now determine more specifically what information must be submitted and when the opportunities for public review and comment will occur. He estimates the application and review process could take at least a year. Construction would require two more years. John Carlson, vice president of HiTest, said they plan to be part of the community for a long time. Part of the reason they have taken so long to begin specific discussions with the community about their plans was so they could complete studies to ensure the project’s economic feasibility. “We intend on having many public consultations and open houses to discuss our plans and listen to the residents’ feedback,” Carlson said in the news release. “We have completed preliminary layouts, and are now proceeding with validating these plans with recently completed geotechnical, access road and environmental studies.” The basic requirements will include compliance with the Washington State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA), Dohrn said. In addition, the Washington State Department of Ecology will require an extensive assessment of the emissions from the facility. This is to determine whether the facility can meet the national air quality standards of the Clean Air Act. Carlson said they are currently running dispersion models up to 350 miles from their site and are within the Washington State air emissions standards. They have studied the wind data over the past three years. The studies also analyze visibility of dispersion. Pend Oreille County will require a conditional use permit for the development of the site as well as building permits. HiTest purchased the undeveloped 192 acres from the Pend Oreille Public Utility

District who had purchased most of the property in anticipation of building a gas powered electrical generating facility back in the 1980s. The site includes a 13-acre parcel that the County sold to the PUD so that the property could be marketed together. These county permits will assess how materials will be shipped in and out of the site, how employees will travel, and how services like sewer and water will be provided. They will also ensure that appropriate measures have been taken so that there is no threat to ground or surface waters. The county will have a seven person executive committee consisting of a representative from the PUD, Bob Shanklin of the Port of Pend Oreille, Manus from Pend Oreille County, Newport Mayor Shirley Sands, Bonner County commissioner Jeff Connolly, a representative from the Kalispel Tribe and Ray Pierre of the Pend Oreille County Economic Development Council. There are no member from the public on the executive team. The Commissioners have also established a staff coordinating committee to ensure that the staff from all of the local agencies that may be directly or indirectly involved are working closely together. This coordination is focused not only on permitting but also to make sure that the community will take full advantage of the economic development opportunities. This will include specific workgroups to address such topics as housing needs and opportunities, workforce development, and contracting opportunities. County commissioners plan to take a weeklong trip to Mississippi to see how the silicon plant there is working. The date hasn’t been set yet. The EDC will post the power point presentation and other information about HiTest on their site at www.pocedc.org. The HiTest information will be in the “Projects” section at the top of the page.

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Railroad upgrades will cause detour USK – The Pend Oreille Valley Railroad (POVA) will be completing railroad crossing upgrades on Black Road, crossing number 399604J, located approximately one mile southwest of Usk. The work will involve the replacement of ties and crossing planks. During this upgrade, Black Road will be closed to all vehicle and pedestrian traffic. The work is expected to start at 6 a.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 17 and is estimated to be completed by 6 p.m. on Oct. 17. Detour is available by using Highway 20 or Kings Lake Road in Usk. Questions may be addressed to Kelly Driver, POVA Manager at 509445-1090. For more information about the regulatory process, contact the Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission at WUTC, 1300 S. Evergreen Park Dr., S.W., P.O. Box 47250, Olympia, WA 98504-7250 or call 1-800-562-6150. The Federal Railroad Administration can be reached at 1-800-724-5998.

Share the Warmth Coat Drive going on now NEWPORT – The Pend Oreille Valley Share the Warmth Coat Drive is going on through the month of October, culminating in a coat distribution Halloween event Tuesday, Oct. 31. The event is 3-6 p.m. at TJ Kelly Park in Newport. There will be games and prizes for kids. Businesses can rent a booth space for the event at $30. Non-profits can have a booth space at no charge. Donations of gently used or new coats, hats, scarves, and gloves will be accepted until Friday, Oct. 27 at the following locations: Usk Bar and Grill, Blanchard Mercantile, Ace Hardware in Priest River, Priest River Library, Diamond Lake Deli and More, Newport Community College, Newport Library, Newport Health Center, Newport Community Hospital, Food Fresh. Hahn’s Hair Studio, Shopko, Pend Oreille Public Utility District (PUD), and Salon Sotto Terra. The coat drive is organized by Newport Hospital and Health Services.

BOISE — For those Idahoans that haven’t filed their 2016 Idaho state income taxes, the clock is ticking. Taxpayers who qualified for an automatic extension of time to file Idaho returns must send their return and full payment by Monday, Oct. 16, according to the Idaho State Tax Commission. See taxes, 7A

Household Hazardous Waste Collection Elimination Notice

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The County received notice from the Department of Ecology earlier this year that funding through a grant for the Household Hazardous Waste program required approval from the Governor. The County has been receiving nearly $160,000 for a two year cycle. The program in place was a Coordinated Prevention Grant the funding was cut in July, 2017.

Newport city crews were out Monday preparing for some asphalt work to be done in the coming weeks. The city wants to do the worst spots first. This picture shows Fourth Street near Spokane Avenue.

Candidates start campaigning By Don Gronning Of The Miner

NEWPORT – With yard signs and letters to the editor, the general election campaign has started. Pend Oreille County ballots will go out by mail Wednesday, Oct. 18. The election is Monday, Nov. 6. There are a number of contested races, as well as proposals to annex Ione into Fire District 2 and to approve the Fire District 5 tax levy of 70 cents per $1,000 assessed property evaluation for 2018 and to allow the district to permanently exceed the statutory limit based on voter approval. The contested partisan contests include a race for the state 7th District Representative seat held by Jacquelin Maycumber, a Republican. Maycumber was appointed to replace Shelly Short, who was appointed to the state senate to replace Brian Dansel. Maycumber will face Democrat Susan Swanson. Short will also stand election for the state senate seat. Short, a Republican, will face Democrat Karen Hardy for the Legislative District 7 seat in the state senate. Both Maycumber and Short were appointed to their positions and had to stand election in the first election. There are a couple non-partisan mayor and city council positions up for election. In Newport, incumbent Shirley Sands will face long-time city council member Ken Smith for the mayor position.

In Cusick, incumbent Chris Evers is being challenged by Ken Murray for mayor. Other contested races include Hospital District 1, where incumbent Lois Robertson will run against Shannon M. Keller for the No. 2 position and incumbent Lynnette Elswick will face Susan Johnson in a nonpartisan race for the No. 3 hospital commissioner seat. There is a race for the Selkirk School Board, with Scott Jungblom facing Larry “Bear” Holter for the No. 3 position on the board. In Fire District 4, Baneta “Bonnie” Sheffler and Ryan Tellessen are running for position 2. In Fire District 2, Pete Smoldon is running for commissioner. Rick Stone has declared a write in candidacy for the position. They are both seeking the No. 2 position. Most races are uncontested. There are three uncontested Cusick City Council positions up for election. Duane Schofield, Roger R. Brown and Linda Monofort are running for positions 1, 2 and 5, respectively. They have no declared opponents. For the Newport City Council, Nancy HawksThompson will have to stand election. HawksThompson was appointed when Sam Brooks resigned. She has no declared opponent. For the Ione Town Council, Charles Spears will seek reelection as mayor. John Redinger, Ken Timmreck and Jessica Pearson are

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HiTest announcement welcome news

t’s clearly too early to tell for sure, but from most indications the planned HiTest Silicon plant could be a real boon to the area. The obvious one is jobs, family wage jobs. There are the 150 or so people who will run the smelter. The hourly jobs at HiTest will pay about $70,000 a year. There will be another 400 or so people working on construction of the plant. Then there is the boost to county government, which will benefit from taxes on the $325 million construction. When seen from the glass half full standpoint, there is a lot to gain. People have been nervous about many different impacts of the plant, including environmental concerns about water, air quality and noise. Those concerns are valid but Washington as a state is known internationally as a “Green” state. With the support of Democratic Gov. Jay Inslee, a committed environmentalist, it seems unlikely that anything will be permitted that is harmful to the environment. The economic development situation is a doubleedged sword, however. There is a shortage of housing in the Newport area and some have reported being evicted from their long-time, affordable rental homes by landlords who want to move back. The suspicion is that they are moving back to fix the place up and sell it or rent it for more money. The county has started a housing work group under the direction of EDC director Jamie Wyrobek to address the housing situation. There has been interest expressed in building more housing here and maybe even a hotel. Looking back through old editions of The Miner, we can see that there were similar concerns when Ponderay Newsprint Co. was considering locating here. Decades later, the mill has been a good corporate citizen and provided living wage jobs for many people. We think HiTest could do the same thing. -DG

School board should have supported principal on safety

he West Bonner County School Board of Trustees decided to put students at risk when they voted to allow them to ride on floats during the homecoming parade, overriding the high school principal’s decision to limit the number for safety reasons. Priest River Lamanna High School principal Joe Kren saw students jumping on and off moving floats as they made their way down the three-mile parade route through Priest River during last year’s homecoming parade. He saw that as dangerous. Since some students defied school instructions to either stay on the floats or stay off them but to not jump on and off, Kren decided that only the homecoming royalty, athletes and band members could ride the floats this year. His decision wasn’t well received by parents and students, who attended the Sept. 10 board meeting to let the board know they wanted students to be able to ride. They came up with some things they thought would make it safer – 42-inch railings on the floats and inspections before the parade. The board held a meeting a week later and voted to do as the parents and students wanted. It was the wrong decision and really ignores taxpayer liability in addition to student safety. Kren, named the 2016 Idaho Superintendent of the Year for his work at St. Maries, was presumably hired as principal because of his professional expertise. His opinion shouldn’t be disregarded on a matter of student safety and district liability. Student safety is a paramount obligation of school districts. District liability should be on the minds of trustees, who recently settled the Bobby Clark football injury lawsuit. Clark suffered a traumatic brain injury in a 2013 football game and his parents sued the district for Clark’s lifelong medical costs. The board was apparently swayed by arguments of how hard the students work on the floats and the tradition involved, how it fostered student creativity. The board was convinced the students would not jump on and off the floats this year. Even if board disagrees with Kren’s professional evaluation about the danger of having too many students on moving floats, the board of trustees has an obligation to err on the side of student safety, as well as protecting the district and its taxpayers from unnecessary liability. -DG

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yo u r o p i n i o n Johnson deserves vote for hospital commissioner To the editor, Susan Johnson’s tenure at Newport Hospital began in Long Term Care. After two years she moved to Acute Care and Labor and Delivery where she worked for an additional 16 years. She then transferred to the Emergency Room (E.R.) for her final four years. Susan has always been every patient’s advocate, continuously striving to make patients and their loved ones feel comfortable and well informed under her care. I have personally observed, while shopping locally, her receiving high praise when approached by former patients and loved ones. It is gratifying to hear people thank her personally for being such a caring Nurse, as well as advocating on their behalf. I admit bias, as Susan is a family friend. However, my family and many, many others recognize that she has the unique experience, background and dedication to be the Hospital Commissioner that will always promote the best health care interests of patients and local communities. My family asks you to vote for

Susan Johnson, Health District 1, Position 3 to enable her to represent our communities at Newport Hospital and Health Services. -John Cain Newport

Tweeting away the presidency To the editor, We currently have problems with countries who could threaten our national security. Evidently Russia meddled in our election for President, and continues to hack into U.S. and European government and industry systems. Also, Russia occupies eastern Ukraine. China laid claim to the South China Sea and is constructing bases on islands claimed by other countries. The Chinese military has confronted U.S. naval vessels and aircraft. North Korea tests ballistic missiles, which are capable of reaching the U.S. It is working on developing ballistic missiles outfitted with nuclear warheads by 2018. Iran is involved in the Syrian War and is a backer of Islamic terrorist organizations. It keeps challenging our naval forces in the Persian Gulf and continually threatens to disrupt shipping in

the Strait of Hormuz. A dictatorship in Venezuela is causing instability in the country. Given these situations, what are Trump’s priorities? He is focusing on repealing Obamacare, building a border wall, banning transgender people from our military, worrying about news leaks, undermining the media, replacing White House Staff, pardoning a convicted criminal sheriff, attacking NFL and NBA players, and showering Putin with platitudes. Trump is fraying the fabric of American society, tweeting away the Presidency and jeopardizing our security. Trump is our disastrous President. -Donald Moskowitz Londonderry, N.H.

Trump golfed while Puerto Rico suffered To the editor, When you look at the devastation in Puerto Rico caused by Hurricane Maria, you want to reach out and assist all those people without adequate shelter, drinking water and food. When you view the response by the President, you See letters, 5A

A few empty seats means someone wasn’t there By Tara Leininger

When we announced the date that the pianist George Winston would be playing at The Cutter Theatre, we started getting reservations immediately. The first question asked was, “Is it ‘the’ George Winston?” Next question: “Tickets are only $20?!” Note: tickets for his concerts in other venues range from $40 to $75, or more. We had a great early response and the theatre was filling up quickly. But most of the callers were not necessarily from the local area. Almost two-thirds of the seats sold were from people who traveled more than 50 miles to hear the world-renowned pianist. We

welcomed concert-goers from Newport, Colville, Spokane, Coeur d’Alene, Sandpoint, Moses Lake, and a couple who flew in from Alaska to have the chance to hear Winston play. We were able to seat 60 people for a game hen dinner, with Liz Ellsworth’s amazing desserts following. As we couldn’t seat any more, The Western Star picked up the opportunity and did a fantastic dinner for concert-goers as well. If you know George Winston’s music, you know that it is something that not only will sooth your soul, but enliven your heart. His own compositions were featured at the concert, but it is his virtuosity as a pianist that kept this audi-

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The mass shooting in Las Vegas makes some people think U.S. gun control laws are too weak. Do you think the country should meaningfully expand gun laws nationally? No, that would clearly be unconstitutional. Americans have the right to possess firearms. Yes, it’s way past time. There have been more than 1,500 mass shootings in the U.S. since Sandy Hook in 2012. You really can’t say its not connected to the amount of guns in the U.S.

ence absolutely silent during both sets. The piano was not the only instrument he played, as several numbers were done on the guitar and the harmonica (George admitted he’s been called the quietest guitarist around, but this audience was held in rapt attention as he played). Musical influence from jazz, ragtime, and classical by other composers were as stirring as I have heard. George’s rendition of a traditional slide piano piece was simply the most exciting music I’ve enjoyed in a long time, and his take on Pachelbel’s “Cannon in D” took an over-familiar piano piece and See Cutter, 5A

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President Trump put his foot in his mouth again last week when he declared that professional athletes who refuse to stand for the national anthem should be fired. Trump prides himself on not being a politician, but even non-politicians realize the folly of aggressively creating enemies. He even went so far as to make disparaging remarks about players’ mothers. That is unacceptable in any polite society. One of the local TV news stations poled their viewers as to whether or not the protesters should be fired as the president suggested. The answer requires more than a C o l u m n simple yes or no. First, the President should stay out Frank of it. The First Amendment of the Watson Constitution, that he swore to support and defend, guarantees every citizen the rights of free speech and peaceful protest. As much as the President would like to stifle those with whom he disagrees, that is not what the Constitution says. The right of free speech applies equally to those with whom we agree and to those with whom we disagree. The President needs to read the Constitution. The players have the right to protest without interference of the government or the President. The professional athletes’ protests, however, ring a bit hollow. They come across as spoiled multi-millionaires. Additionally, I’m not sure what they are protesting for or against. The public statement released by the Seahawks indicated that they were protesting racial injustice in America. They certainly can’t be referring to their personal situation. They are among the most economically privileged in the world. There is no wage discrimination in the NFL where the minimum salary is $465,000 regardless of race, creed or national origin. Wage discrimination is prohibited by law. The Jim See watson, 6A

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even become more saddened. The hurricane hit Puerto Rico over a week ago. Last Saturday the President was playing golf instead of mobilizing Federal troops to assist these citizens. This past week the President waivered on suspending the Jones Act to allow foreign flagged vessels from assisting in the rapid delivery of goods to Puerto Rico. Yes, the ports are open but the infrastructure to delivering needed supplies is lacking. This is where our military could have been utilized but golf on Saturday was more important. Next Tuesday the President will visit Puerto Rico, over 10 days after the island was devastated. While these citizens suffer, the President devoted his time to the national anthem issue with the NFL, insulting players and owners alike. He had time to campaign in the recent Alabama special election. He had time with the continual push to fund the “wall” but not the time to address the need to rebuild the hurricane damage in Puerto Rico. How about using the “wall” money to rebuild the damage caused by the hurricane? To use a golf term, this was not a mulligan. He was “out of bounds.” -Robert W. Schutte Newport

President looks for adulation based on racism To the editor, After seeing the protests in reaction to President Trump’s Alabama rally remarks about the NFL, I recalled visiting Fort McHenry in Baltimore where the National Anthem was written during a naval bombardment of the War of 1812. The British naval cannons were not shooting footballs

into the fort to be caught by black football players. Our flag was flying over a military fort and not a football stadium. Football has no real link to our flag or National Anthem. The NFL is a pay-for-view spectacle where mostly black players give each other traumatic brain injuries and broken bones for our entertainment. Our president criticized NFL referees for throwing penalty flags against players for targeting hits. The president apparently wants more violence and brain injuries in football. NFL players are on the field literally killing themselves for our entertainment, and they are paid a lot of money for the risks they take. Our president is focused on football players kneeling during the playing of the National Anthem while American citizens are seeking water, food, shelter fuel and power after devastating hurricanes. The president is also playing nuclear football with the North Korea and Iran. His attempt to repeal the Medicaid expansion of the ACA would cut the health care of many area residents. Yet the most important thing on the president’s mind is a black football player not standing when the National Anthem is played. More significantly, the president calls kneeling football players SOBs but said that some protesting white supremacist Nazis are good people. Politically, Trump is a master at playing the majority white against the minority black and surfing for adulation based on racism. White people don’t like black football players protesting an injustice, but seem ok with them smashing each other’s brains for their entertainment. -Pete Scobby Newport

made it new again. Where were you? Did you miss hearing this amazing pianist – for the fourth time on our local stage – or joining in at a fantastic dinner (only $12!)? We had seats left (we sold 128 of 155 seats available) and the locals in the audience were few and far between, and were those we see usually see at The Cutter. The good news is that George Winston will be coming back in 2019 – and he is excited to do so. George and his travel manager, Larry Rust, enjoyed their stay at the Box Canyon Motel, and the quiet of the river was especially relaxing for two people constantly on the

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road. The other good news is that there is something always coming up at The Cutter, and if you miss it, don’t fault anyone but yourself. Call and make your reservations for our enjoyable production of “The Lethal Lecture,” our murder mystery dinner theatre this October. Get ready for the “Deck the Falls” – sign up for a table as a vendor or find your one-stop Christmas shopping here in Metaline Falls. Missoula Children’s Theatre is in February. And on and on and on… the calendar for 2018 is filling up nicely. And don’t forget the beautiful and lively Metalines Library, our many businesses found on site, or cardio, yoga, or Zumba classes. It’s time you found yourself a seat at The Cut-

ter. Find us at our website (www.cuttertheatre.com) or call the office and ask about upcoming events and gallery shows. Come in and spend some time with a good book – or join us on the second and fourth Saturdays for pinochle. And if you’d like,

I’ll even take your reservations for the next time George Winston comes to town. Don’t miss an opportunity to expand your experiences at someplace so very close to home. Tara Leininger is Artistic Director and board member for The Cutter Theater.

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Aaron Zabriskie Departs Newport Health Center October 2, 2017 To my patients, As many of you know I will be soon moving on from Newport Health Center to return to Zimbabwe, Africa with my family to work at Karanda Mission Hospital. My family and I are thankful for being welcomed into this community and will always value the time we spent in Newport. My last day with Newport Hospital and Health d N Services, as well as Newport Health Center, will be Th Thursday, November 2, 2017. You may call Newport Health Center at (509) 447-3139 to establish care with any of our other talented and caring providers. It has been my privilege to work with the patients and staff here. I cherish the relationships formed and thank you for entrusting your health to me over the past year. Best wishes for your future health. Sincerely, Aaron Zabriskie, MD

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Help your neighbor, win a gift basket PUD program offers energy assistance NEWPORT – The Pend Oreille Public Utility District is offering customers a chance to win local gift baskets in recognition of their enrollment for Operation Round Up between Oct. 1 and Nov. 17. The Neighbors in Need program was started by the PUD in 2011 to provide emergency energy assistance grants to households in our county. The grants go to individuals and families to help them get back on their feet, following unexpected emergencies or hardships.

“Neighbors in Need is a fantastic program that demonstrates how great our community really is,” said Libbey Bartel, PUD Customer Service Manager. “It is amazing to see people supporting others and we want to give new participants a chance to win a small reward for their generosity in helping our community members in need.” Operation Round Up, which started in 2015, is one way the PUD raises money for the program. The promotion gathers voluntary contributions from customers who

chose to “round up” their monthly electric bill to the next highest dollar. For example, when a customer’s bill is at $52.73, it is rounded up to $53.00 and the extra 27 cents is 100 percent contributed to the Neighbors in Need Fund. “Just by simply rounding up your utility bill, customers are providing much needed support for their neighbors in our community,” said Bartel. “To promote greater participation, customers who round up will be

Those of us who fought for that flag, however, are insulted. The players have a right to protest, but that doesn’t make it right. Although the government is prohibited from applying consequences to those who protest, employers are not. Employers can reasonably expect their employees to conduct themselves in a manner that is in the best interests of the company. The military can legally punish soldiers for conduct unbecoming. Schoolteachers are expected to conduct themselves as a positive example for their students. NFL owners expect to make a profit on their investment, and the team’s image has an

economic factor. When a player’s conduct costs the team money, the team is well within its rights to demand a change in conduct or terminate the player’s employment. With that said, should professional players who refuse to stand for the National Anthem be fired? It isn’t my call. That decision is rightly in the hands of the team owners, who were doing a good job of addressing the issue before the President got in the way.

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Crow laws have long since been rescinded. Racial discrimination is absolutely unlawful for any reason. What do the protesters want us to change? If they want us to change the hearts and minds of all misguided, radical white supremacists, they are asking the impossible. Nor is it possible to change those like the terrorist who carried a rifle into a church last week and randomly began shooting those whose skins were lighter than his. We can only change the mainstream. A spokesman for the players claimed that they mean no insult to the flag or the country.

Frank Watson is a retired Air Force Colonel and long time resident of Eastern Washington. He has been a free lance columnist for over 18 years.

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Idaho law allows these taxpayers to avoid a penalty for late filing, but they’ll be charged 3 percent interest on any tax that was due and not paid by April 18. Taxpayers can file returns electronically through Oct. 16. Some may qualify to file online for free. They can learn more about free e-filing by clicking on the “Free individual income tax e-file” link under the “Quick Picks” section on

tax.idaho.gov. For help computing interest, taxpayers should call 208-334-7660 in the Boise area, 800-9727660 toll-free, or visit a Tax Commission office. Taxpayers who qualified for an automatic extension and are victims of Hurricane Harvey, Hurricane Irma, or Hurricane Maria have until Jan. 31, 2018, to file their returns. For more information, they can visit tax.idaho. gov or call the Tax Commission.

County eliminating household hazardous waste collection NEWPORT – The County’s Household Hazardous Waste Collection Program is being eliminated due to lack of funds to support it, according to a notice from the Pend Oreille County Public Works Department. The county is cutting the collection of household hazardous waste effective Wednesday, Nov. 1. Residents should bring in their household hazardous waste to county waste facilities throughout the month of October for processing and disposal. The county received a notice from the Washington State Department of Ecology earlier this year that funding through a ground required approval from the governor. The county had been receiving nearly $160,000 for a two-year cycle. The county received notice that Gov. Jay Inslee did not renew the program.

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entered to win different baskets filled with goodies provided by our local businesses like Roxy, Golden China, Seeber’s Pharmacy and more.” Since 2011, the Neighbors in Need program has awarded over $161,847 to our community members in need. Out of that total, $2,403 has come from Operation

Round Up promotion. The Neighbors In Need funds come from PUD contributions, customer donations and fundraisers. Since the start of the program, the PUD Board has approved funding of over $71,009. Recently, the Board approved PUD funding of $12,000 for 2018. Dan Peterson, PUD Board President said,

“We Commissioners believe Neighbors in Need has a tremendous impact on our community. It is truly heartwarming to see our customers finding ways to support each other. Life happens, and it can be hard on families, which is why the Board continues to provide some PUD money to the fund each year.” Enrollment forms will be included with bills

that go out through October. To enroll in Operation Round Up either fill out and return the form, stop in the office, call 509-447-3137, or email information@popud.org. To be entered into the raffles, enroll between Oct. 1 and Nov. 17. The drawing and winners will be announced at the PUD Board meeting in Newport on Tuesday, Nov. 21.

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She is the sole Metaline Falls candidate. Fire Districts with uncontested races include Fire District 5, where Bud Bray seeks election, South Pend Oreille Fire and Rescue, where Gary Wilkey and Dennis N. Gullett are seeking election to positions 2 and 5 respectively, Fire District 6, where Michele Fisk and Jim Hines are seeking election to positions 2 and 3, and Fire District 8, where Jim Hiebert is running

for position 3. Uncontested school board races include the Newport School Board, where Richard Hughes is running for the No. 1 position and Roberta Clausen is running for the No. 2 position, the Cusick School Board, where Michael Keogh is running for the No. 1 position and Mark Cutshall is running for the No. 2 seat and the Selkirk School Board, where Ryan Kiss seeks the No. 1 position. The Diamond Lake Water and Sewer District has uncontested

positions. Toby Johnson and Robert Graham are running for positions 1 and 2. The Leonora Water and Sewer District has two uncontested races. Brian Mumford is seeking position 1 and Gary Robertson is seeking position 2. Michael Quick is seeking election to the Sacheen Lake Water and Sewer District. Other uncontested races include Port Commission, where Bob Shanklin is running unopposed.

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Grizzlies, Spartans celebrate Homecoming this week NEWPORT – The timehonored fall tradition of Homecoming is happening at community schools this week, specifically Newport and Priest River Lamanna High Schools. The week includes a series of themed dress-up days at each high school, culminating in community parades and home football games Friday, Oct. 6 (see Sports section for details on games). Newport’s Homecoming festivities include dress up days Wednesday, Oct. 4, Thursday, Oct. 5, and Friday, Oct. 6. Wednesday’s theme is Salad Dressing Day. The seniors will be Ranch (cowboy/cowgirl theme); the juniors are Thousand Island (Hawai-

ian Theme); the sophomore dressing is Caesar (Roman Theme), and freshmen are Italian dressing (mafia/ gangster theme). All dress code rules still apply and no toy weapons are allowed, even if they correspond with the costume. Thursday’s theme is twin/ duo day and Friday is red and black day to coincide with the school colors. Additionally, Powder Puff football is on Wednesday starting around 7-7:30 p.m. at Ellersick Field. The district is accepting donations at the Powder Puff game for the family of Sam Strahan, who was killed in a shooting at Freeman High School on Sept. 13. The annual Newport

Homecoming parade starts at 1 p.m. on Friday and wind its way down Washington Avenue. Newport businesses are encouraged to decorate in red and black and the public is welcomed to watch the parade and cheer on the kids. The same goes for Priest River, where the Homecoming parade will take place Thursday, Oct. 5, at 1:30 p.m., starting at Priest River Lamanna High School and heading downtown. There is no school for students due to a teacher in-service day on Friday, Oct. 6. Wednesday’s dress up at PRLHS theme is Meme Day, followed by Spirit Day (school colors of black and orange) on Thursday.

Oktoberfest this Saturday PRIEST RIVER – Oktoberfest takes over downtown Priest River Saturday, Oct. 7, 1-6 p.m. The public is invited to partake in food, beer, games and music. The annual celebration features German food and more, craft vendors,

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Kren said he saw students jumping on and off floats after being told not to. He said the his decision to limit the float riders wasn’t about making consequences for last year’s float jumpers, it was about safety. “Last year we told them no. This year we’ll tell them really, really no?” he said. “If it happens again, what will we do?” Margaret Hall wanted to know if Kren told the students individually or as a group to not jump on and off the floats. Kren said he told students both as small groups and individually throughout the parade as it made its three-mile way through town. Hall said she thought the 42inch safety fence on each float was a good idea. She also wanted the school resource officer to inspect the floats. Trustee Drew McLain said he thought the rails were a good idea. He asked who pays. The parents who help with the floats, he was told.

“It’s just a cost you take on,” one parent said. Board chairwoman Sandy Brower asked who would police the jumpers. Hagman said she would prefer the students police themselves. “Will peer pressure work?” Brower asked. Hagman said she thought so. Parents could chaperone, she said. Kren wanted to know about trucks and other vehicles in the parade. Would they be required to have the railing? Brower said she thought any motorized vehicle would. Kren said if the board voted to allow students to ride, he could work out the details. He said he would hate to have to ask a float driver to pull off the parade route because students weren’t obeying. Ranger Rick Hall asked if the students had photo IDs. Kren said yes. Hall said then the school could find out who is disobeying. Ken Hagman arrived late. He told the board he had been involved in

performers, kids’ activities at the Priest River Museum, games for adults, and raffles throughout the event. For more information, call the Priest River Chamber of Commerce at 208448-2721.

Ione bank gives back during Day of Caring IONE – Mountain West Bank employees throughout Washington, Idaho, and Utah helped improve their hometowns as part of the organization’s eighth annual Day of Caring community-service campaign in September. This year’s projects included the bank’s Ione branch, which participates in WSDOT’s adopt-a-highway program, cleaning up both sides of a 1.5-mile stretch along Washington State Route 31. They also cleaned and performed maintenance inside

float: helping the kids build floats for two years. It takes two weeks, he said, and attracts students who may not be involved in things like sports. He said he didn’t want anyone to get hurt. He didn’t think it was unsafe. “I think the parade last year was safer than any trip I’ve made through the parking lot at three,” he joked. “That’s a zoo.” Ranger Rick said he would contribute $200 towards the safety rails. Kren made one last pitch for his position. “I don’t see (student’s) creativity being squelched by whether they ride on a float or not,” he said. The board voted 4-0 to allow the students to ride. Trustee Bruce Hollett was absent from the meeting but Brower, McLean, Hall and Hall voted yes. After the meeting when Kren was asked if that was how he thought it would turn out, said he didn’t know what the board would do. “They’ve made their decision,” he said.

the Emergency Food Bank of Ione’s warehouse. Bank executives were thrilled with employee turnout and the work they performed. “People helping people is ingrained in the business culture at Mountain West Bank,” said Russ Porter, the institution’s CEO. “Banking is about more than just financial products, and we’ve always encouraged our employees to get involved in their communities and make life a little better for people who are less fortunate than others.”

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SCORE YOUR HOME: Team up with your family to help prevent fires and protect yourselves in the event of a fire. Complete the scorecard below with your family. Can you turn any of the NO answers into YES answers?

Replace the batteries every time you set your clocks backward or forward at Daylight Savings Time.

Make sure there isn’t anything near the stove that could catch fire. A grown-up should be in the kitchen when the stove is on.

You have a meeting place outside that is a safe distance from the home.

Doors and hallways are free of clutter and obstacles. Nothing should be in the way of a quick, safe exit.

You have a home fire escape plan. Practice your escape plan at least once a month.

Matches and lighters are stored out of the reach of children.

Smoke alarm works. Test your smoke alarms once a month. Smoke alarms should be on every floor, in or near all bedrooms.

You have at least two ways to exit each room.

Electrical outlets are not overloaded with too many plugs and extension cords.

When everything on your checklist is a YES, complete and display this certificate in your home! It was a hot day. Look through the newspaper for words that could replace the word “hot” in the sentence above. Write each new sentence on a piece of paper. Put a star by the sentence if it still means the same, or nearly the same thing. Standards Link: Research: Use the newspaper to locate information.

Reflective stripes on the coat and pants help firefighters see one another in a dark, smoky building.

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Windows and doors open easily. If smoke or fire blocks your exit through a door, a window may be the second way out. Test them to make sure they open easily.

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SALES BY TUDY Priest River 1 day only living estate sale. Friday 8:004:00. 10 blocks up 4th to Jones Street. No previews or early sales. Cash please. (36p) ARE YOU AWESOME? If so, the Estate & Long Term Care Law Group wants you to fill an opening for a full time Administrative Office Clerk! Individual must be detail oriented, comfortable with client interactions, proficient with the Microsoft Suite, professional, honest, and drama free. If this sounds like you, please bring your resume and cover letter (with your name spelled backwards in the subject) to our office at 418 West 3rd Street, Newport.(36-2) AN INCONVENIENT SEQUEL: TRUTH TO POWER Special showings, Thursday, October 12 at 7:30 p.m and Saturday, October 14 at 2:30 p.m. Tickets at Roxy box office or www. thenewportroxy.com (509) 447-4125.(36HB-2p) OUR TOWNS OUR NEWS Get it all in your mail every week when you subscribe to The Miner. Only $27.50 for one year (in county), a savings of $24.50! (509) 447-2433.(49HB-altTF) INDIVISIBLE PEND OREILLE COUNTY Meeting October 10, 6:00 p.m.: Pizza and actions. West 900 4th Street, Newport. Indivisiblependoreillecounty@gmail.com (36p)

PEND OREILLE COUNTY DEMOCRATS ANNUAL DINNER OCTOBER 15 2:00- 5:00 p.m. Sacheen Firehall, 6131 Highway 211, Newport. Silent auction- local desserts. Live auction- arts, tools, furniture and services, auctioned by Leonard Pielli. Door prizes. Dallas (509) 447-2059/ Margaret (509) 936-3463 to donate dessert and live auction items.(35HB-2) GROWING UP- AGAIN! BOOT CAMP FOR GROWING OLDER Three free classes providing information on estate planning, asset preservation, long term care and after death transfers as well as insurance, funeral planning, and real estate, presented by a panel of local experts. Classes are from 2:00- 3:00 p.m. and take place at the Deer Park Library, located at 208 South Forest, Deer Park, Washington. Dates: October 3, 10, and 17th. Call (509) 447-3242 for more information. Presented by Denise Stewart, Attorney, Estate & Long Term Care Law Group. No RSVP required.(36HB-2) MISSING REMINISCING? “Down Memory Lane” may not always make it into the paper, but it is on our Facebook page every week. Like us on Facebook today. (49HB-TF) CAR FOR SALE 1989 240 DSL Volvo, good snow tires. $800 or best offer. (509) 671-5037.(36)

GARAGE SALE Saturday October 7 only. 9:00 a.m. No early birds. 6 miles west of Newport: Highway 2 to Scotia Road, 3 miles to Pines Road. Follow signs. Antiques, tools, baby, books, lamps, vintage fans. See Craigslist for more details!(35p) MARKET READY HOGS Weigh 260 pounds, $220 each. Whole or half available. Krogh Ranch (509) 447-4632.(19HB-tf) ESTATE SALE Friday, Saturday 8:00- 5:00. Low prices. 325084 Highway 2, Diamond Lake. Rain or shine.(36p) HUGE INDOOR yard sale for MOPS, Saturday October 7th, 9:003:00, Pine Ridge Church, 1428 West 1st, Newport. Desks, microwaves, many household items, wrought iron holders for 4 hanging plant baskets, books, clothing and much more!(36p) REE ESTATE PLANNING SEMINAR! The Estate & Long Term Care Law Group invites you to join us in Priest River, Idaho at the Beardmore Bistro Wine Bar and Tap House. Thursday, October 5 from 12:00- 2:00 p.m. Call (509) 447-3242 with questions. No RSVP necessary. (35HB-2) THEY’RE BACK! Newspaper end rolls are back at The Miner Newspaper office, 421 South Spokane Avenue, Newport. Prices start at 50¢. (49HB-TF) Miner want ads work.

Virginia I. Bridges of Newport passed away Oct. 1, 2017. She was 98. Virginia was born April 28, 1919, at Blunt, Hughes County, S.D., Bridges the second of nine children to William Mack and Lena M. Miles. Virginia and John F. Bridges were married on Aug. 1, 1946, at Libby, Mont. Two children were born to this union; Gerald L. in 1947 and Hazel A. in 1952. Virginia attended first grade and started second grade at Canning, S.D. In October of 1926, the family moved to Newport, where she attended school, graduating from Newport High School in June 1937. Upon graduating she went to work for Interstate Telephone Company in Newport and Priest River, as an operator, later transferring to Spokane in the billing department. She also worked for Pend Oreille Electric in its early years. After marrying John she was a housewife and mother until Diamond Gardner Mill went on strike four months in the sixties. She went to work for Inland Power and Light Company staying for 20 years. John and Virginia both retired on the same day in April of 1982. They traveled to Alaska and spent time with Hazel Ann and her family. In 1984 they flew to Germany and spent a month with Jerry and his family. Virginia was a member of Woodbine Rebekah Lodge for 55 years. She was elected district President twice. Honored with the Decoration of Chivalry medal, which had honored her grandmother

Mary Callender and her mother Lena Miles, the same medal used for three generations, which is a prized possession. In 1964 Virginia joined Soroptimist International of Newport, going through various offices twice, and being chaplain many times, and now is a life member. She was a long time member of Skookum Grange. Virginia volunteered for the Northwest Blood Bank when it came to Newport, and the Historical Museum in the summer months. The family attended the Methodist Church where she and her sister Marion were baptized and joined the church. Virginia sang in the choir and taught Sunday School. She is preceded in death by her husband, John; her parents Lena M. and William Mack Miles; siblings William John, Edward Lynn Miles, Marion Clara Slusser, Lila Agnes McKiney, and Pauline Rose Miller. She is survived by her son Gerald L. (Jerry) and Song Cha Bridges and daughter Hazel Ann Campbell; two grandchildren, Nathan (Michelle) Campbell and Jeffrey (Vivian) Bridges; and four great-grandchildren; also siblings Hazel (Tom) Bauer and Maxine (Carl) Pitts both of the Newport area and Eugene Earl (Joan) Miles of Yakima, Wash. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 11, at 3 p.m. at Sherman-Campbell Funeral Home in Newport. Sherman-Campbell Funeral Home in Newport is in charge of arrangements. Family and friends are invited to sign the online guestbook at www. shermancampbell.com.

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at his home in Newport Oct. 1, 2017. He is survived by his children; William, Thomas, and Linda. A viewing will be held from 11 a.m. to noon at Sherman-Campbell Funeral Home in Newport, followed by a memorial service. A luncheon will follow at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church Fellowship Hall. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Knights of Columbus Council 14268; P.O. Box 494, Newport, WA 99156. Sherman-Campbell Funeral & Cremation Services in Newport is in charge of arrangements. Family and friends are invited to sign the online guestbook at www.shermancampbell.com.

Verna L. Comstock Newport

Verna L. Comstock of Newport passed away on Sept. 28, 2017. She was 74. She was a loving and caring person. She Comstock made many friends along her lifetime. In years past she was an avid seamstress and craft person, and always enjoyed doing things with her hands. She worked for a time at Safeway and Ben Franklin locally before her health wouldn’t allow it. Before moving to our area in 2005, she also was a cook for a restaurant in St. Regis, Mont., for many years. Verna is survived by her two daughters Roberta (Mike) Goodenough and Dawn (Robert) Porter; her grandchildren, Brandi Rice, Bryan (Shana) Rice, Jessica Rice (Brandon Skiles), Amanda (Pat) Duncan and Danny (Raina) Noonan; her great-grandchildren, Haley, Logan and Kaylynn Rice, Brodey Skiles, Marley Ann Duncan, Eppick Duncan and Ryder Noonan. She is preceded in death by her parents Stanley and Nina Cadwell, a grandson, Kymani-Ryan Duncan. She loved them all. At her request there will be no services. Sherman-Campbell Funeral Home in Newport is in charge of arrangements. Family and friends are invited to sign the online guestbook at www.shermancampbell.com.

Lisa Mackey Departs Newport Health Center October 2, 2017 Dear Patients: I am announcing that I am leaving Newport Health Center practice effective November 6, 2017. It has been a great pleasure providing for your health care needs. ϐ ͸ǡ ʹͲͳ͹Ǣ you may call Newport Health Center at (509) 447-3139 to establish care with any of our other h amazing ffamily l practice providers. It has been my privilege to work with you in the clinic over the past year, and I wish you all good health! Sincerely, Elizabeth “Lisa “ Mackey, ARNP

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BLANCHARD – The Newport Maws and Paws Booster Club will hold a fundraising golf tournament Saturday, Oct. 7, at StoneRidge Golf Course. Cost is $100 per player, with half the proceeds donated to the Newport School District Maws and Paws Booster Club. Tee time for the shotgun scramble tourney is 10 a.m. For more information or to register, contact Dave Siemsen at 509-6712816 or Melissa Smith at 509-590-9933. Also, email Siemsen at siemsendavid@ newportfriz.com and Smith at smithmelissa@ newportgriz.com.

Priest River plays Bonners Ferry

PRIEST RIVER – The Spartan football team didn’t play last week, but Priest River will play Bonners Ferry in a homecoming game at Priest River Friday, Oct. 6, at 7 p.m. In play involving Intermountain League teams last week, West Valley beat Kellogg 28-7, Pullman beat Bonners Ferry 50-14 and Lakeland beat Timberlake 45-21.

Stags turn tables on Lady Grizzlies

DEER PARK – The Newport girls’ soccer team faced off against Deer Park on Tuesday, Sept. 26, losing 10-1. Hosts Deer Park kept Newport at bay for the duration of the match until the Grizzlies got a score in the second half. Newport had seven shots while Deer Park had 19. Both teams were tied for saves at nine. Senior Stephanie Huang scored the Grizzly’s only goal at the game’s 72-minute mark in the second half. She was assisted by freshman Soleil Carter. Newport played Medical Lake Tuesday, Oct. 3 after deadline. Results from that game will be in next week’s newspaper. The Grizzlies will travel to Colville Thursday, Oct. 5 for a game at 4 p.m.

bowli ng Wednesday, Sept. 27 Lucky Ladies Team Won Lost Morning Glories 12 4 No Pins Left Behind 11 5 Country Lane 9 7 Golden Girls 6 10 Country Lane Sparklers 6 10 Balls-y Broads 4 4 High scratch game: Sharon Smith 201. High scratch series: Kim Rusho 514. High handicap game: Sharon Smith 257. High handicap series: Sharon Smith 643. Converted splits: Sharon Clark 6-7-10, Debbie Hilzer 5-10, Betty Balison 3-10, Gina Green 4-5, 3-10, Kim Rusho 3-10, Pat Shields 7-8.

Wednesday Night Loopers Team Won Lost Club Rio 55 50 Why Try Harder 54.5 50.5 McCroskey Defense 52.5 52.5 Win/lose We Booz 52.5 52.5 OK Lanes 49 56 Woodwise 43.5 61.5 High scratch game: Rex Yates 215. High handicap game: Jeremiah Andrews 246. High scratch series: Jeremiah Andrews 567. High handicap series: Jeremiah Andrews 678. High team scratch game: McCroskey Defense 692. High handicap game: Why Try Harder 867. High team scratch series: McCroskey Defense 1,995. High handicap series: Why Try Harder 2,452. Converted splits: Nan Overman 5-7; Arlo Hoisington 5-6-10; Pam Nichols 5-10 & 6-10.

Thursday, Sept. 28 Thursday Niters Team Won Lost Odds and Ends 11 5 Hi-Rollers 10 6 Area 51 9 7 Plain Nasty’s 7 9 Wilkinson Rental 7 9 Vacant Team 4 12 High scratch game team: Odds and Ends 700. High scratch series team: Plain Nasty’s 1,922. High handicap game team: Odds and Ends 934. High handicap series team: Odds and Ends 2,532. High scratch game: Danny Goss 235, Sara Goss 173. High scratch series: Randy Edgar 605, Sara Goss 482. High handicap game: Danny Goss 289, Sharon Smith 221. High handicap series: Danny Goss 716, Sharon Smith 638. Converted splits: Danette LaGrand 1-5-10. Liz Pope 3-10. Arlo Hoisington 5-4-7. Sharon Smith 5-7.

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Newport runners go up against Chewelah during the boys’ race at last Wednesday’s crosscountry race. Results for the meet were not available before press time.

Jones takes eighth at CAN-AM race

KETTLE FALLS – The Newport cross-country team placed 10th at the CAN-AM Invitational in the Old Kettle Falls Picnic Area Saturday, Sept. 30. In the girls’ varsity race freshman Chloe Jones came in eighth place with a time of 21:29. Newport hosted Chewelah earlier

in the week, but results were not posted for that meet before deadline. The Grizzlies will travel to Freeman for the NEA No. 2 Lakeside/Newport meet Wednesday, Oct. 4 (TBD). On Wednesday, Oct. 11, they will run the Antler Springs Golf Course in the NEA No. 3 Newport, Deer Park crosscountry meet at Riverside (TBD).

Selkirk beats Columbia in fourth quarter

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Cusick wallops Republic REPUBLIC – The Cusick Panthers football team beat Republic 66-6 Friday, Sept. 29 at Republic. Cusick coach Troy Hendershott said the Panthers played well against Republic. On Deck: “I didn’t think we’d beat them as At Selkirk: Friday, bad as we did,” he said. “The whole Oct. 6, 7 p.m. offensive line did awesome.” One of the linemen, Caleb Ziesmer, a 6 feet, 1 inch 250 pound senior, scored a rushing touchdown and then made the 2-point conversion on a run. “Caleb had a monstrous game,” Hendershott said, especially on the defensive line. “They had to double team him and even with the double team, he was breaking through.” Ziesmer had eight tackles and three caused fumbles, along with a rushing touchdown. Another lineman, junior Mose Pierre, also had a big game, with seven tackles. He also caused fumbles. In all Cusick forced six Republic fumbles. Republic wasn’t able to score but once, with four seconds left in the first half. “Jed Cupp had a great night,” Hendershott said. Cupp was involved with three touchdowns, including See Cusick, 3B

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IONE - The Selkirk Rangers didn’t get the first score Friday night at Columbia High School. But they got the last score, taking a 42-18 win in the Northeast 1B League North conference play. The game was close in the first half, Selkirk Courtesy photo|Amy Taylor coach Jeremy Link said, Aiden Penney with the run against Columbia Friday. Aiden with Columbia scoring had 97 yards rushing and 61 receiving yards. Selkirk won first. The Rangers answered 42-18. with a five-yard Jay Link to Steven Davis touchColumbia scored “Taylor took the game down pass. first in the second half. over in the fourth quarSelkirk scored again Selkirk then scored on a ter,” Link said. Taylor when Zech Curran Link to Curran touchcarried 17 times for 178 stepped in front of a Codown pass. With the yards and two rushing lumbia pass in the flat, touchdowns. He also On Deck: intercepted it and ran it caught a touchdown Vs. Cusick: Friday, Oct. 6, back for a touchdown. pass. 7 p.m. Columbia came back Aiden Penney had a with a big 59-yard good game, Link said. touchdown run. Neither successful Link to Ty “Aiden Penney was team made the extra Taylor 2-point converclutch for us,” Link said. points and the two went sion pass, Selkirk took Penney rushed seven into halftime tied 12-12. the lead. times for 97 yards and “We played better That set the stage for had five catches for 61 after the half,” Link said. three successive Taylor yards. He said Selkirk turned touchdowns. He caught Jay Link completed the ball over three times a one-yard Link pass eight of 14 passes for inside the 30 in the first for a score and made 123 yards and three half – two fumbles and touchdown runs of 20 See rangers, 3B an interception. and seven yards.

NEWPORT – The Newport volleyball team lost to Deer Park Tuesday, Sept. 26, but came back and beat Chewelah Saturday, Sept. 23.

Lady Spartans beat Badgers, lose to Crusaders By Sophia Aldous Of The Miner

PRIEST RIVER – Priest River girls split last week, with a win and a loss, losing 6-1 against Northwest Christian Tuesday, Sept. 26 and coming out victorious against Bonners Ferry, Saturday, Sept. 30, 3-1. “We played a great game of possession and are hopeful that we can keep building up our play to districts,” coach Shannon Fraser said. At the Sept. 30 game Bonners Ferry scored first in the 25th minute off of a thrown-in. Priest River came back to tie the first half in the 38th minute when Hannah Brengle cleaned up off a pass in front of the goal. Then, in the 10th minute of

the second half, Liann Kren played a beautiful ball to Karah Fink for a nice finish. Then again in the 18th minute Fink scored off an assist

‘Even when we went down with nine players due to injuries, we played hard.’

On Deck: At Colville: Thursday, Oct. 5, 6:30 p.m. At Riverside: Tuesday, Oct. 10, 6:30 p.m.

“I thought Deer Park really came out strong in the first set and had us

on our heels,” Newport coach Geoff Pearson said. “However, during games two and three, we really started playing our game and attacked them really well. In game four, we started well, but at the end Deer Park was able to make a few more plays and grab momentum there at the end.” Deer Park won 25-17, 20-25, 16-25, 25-21, 15-9. Faith Hood had 10 kills, four aces and 17 digs. Cora Pelleburg had six See griz, 3B

s p o rt s c a l e n da r Wednesday, Oct. 4 Newport Cross Country vs. Freeman, Lakeside: 4:45 p.m. - Freeman High School

Riverside: 7 p.m. - Newport High School Cusick Football vs. Selkirk: 7 p.m. - Selkirk High School

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Saturday, Oct. 7

Newport Girls Soccer vs. Colville: 4 p.m. - Colville High School

Open Gym, Adult Basketball: 7 a.m. - Newport High School

Priest River Girls Soccer vs. Coeur d’Alene Charter: 6 p.m. - Coeur d’Alene Charter

Priest River Cross Country at Lewis and Clark State College: 10 a.m. Lewis and Clark State College

Newport Volleyball vs. Colville: 6:30 p.m. - Colville High School

Priest River Boys Soccer vs. Life Christian Academy: 2 p.m. - Life Christian Academy

Priest River Volleyball vs. Bonners Ferry: 7 p.m. - Priest River Lamanna High School

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Tuesday, Oct. 10 Newport Girls Soccer vs. Riverside: 4 p.m. - Riverside High School

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Selkirk Volleyball vs. Valley Christian: 6 p.m. Selkirk High School

Priest River Boys Soccer vs. Orofino: 1 p.m. - Priest River Lamanna High School

Cusick Volleyball vs. Wellpinit: 6 p.m. - Cusick High School

Selkirk Volleyball vs. Cusick: 6 p.m. - Selkirk High School

Newport Volleyball vs. Riverside: 6:30 p.m. - Riverside High School

Selkirk Football vs. Cusick: 7 p.m. - Selkirk High School

Priest River Volleyball vs. Coeur d’Alene Charter: 7 p.m. - Coeur d’Alene Charter

Priest River Football vs. Bonners Ferry: 7 p.m. - Priest River Lamanna High School Newport Football vs.

Wednesday, Oct. 11 Newport Cross Country vs. Riverside, Deer Park: 4:45 p.m. - Riverside High School

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from Brengle from a build up of passes that Kren started with Hailey See Spartans, 3B

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David hits hole-in-one at Serendipity IONE – Josh David, owner of Circle Motel in Metaline Falls, hit a hole in one Tuesday, Sept. 26, while golfing at Serendipity Golf Course in Ione, overlooking the Pend Oreille River. “Tuesdays at 4:30 p.m. is men’s night golfing and Josh Davis is a long time regular golfer at Serendipity,” said club owner Karin Riley. “He made his hole in one shot on Hole No. 6 with his pitching wedge. The length of the hole is 100 yards. He and his teammates were so excited that I decided to drive out on the course to see what happened. His team definitely won the pot that evening and everyone cheered.”

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Jacob Kirkwood heads upfield for the Grizzlies against Colville Friday night at Newport. Kirkwood, a sophomore, was the leading rusher for Newport, with two carries for 35 yards and a touchdown in the 28-14 loss to Colville.

Colville clips Griz By Don Gronning Of The Miner

NEWPORT - The Colville Indians got off to a fast start against Newport Friday night, Sept. 29, at Newport. Colville senior Anthony Holley ran the On Deck: opening kickoff Vs. Riverside: back 60 yards Friday, Oct. 6, 7 p.m. for the touchdown. Colville made the extra point kick. With 3:13 left to play in the first quarter, Colville was in Newport’s end zone again. Colville was up 14-0 nine minutes into the game. Newport moved the ball, but an interception stopped one Newport drive. It was the first of five interceptions of quarterback Koa Pancho. Colville scored again in the second quarter and was up 21-0 when the teams went in for the halftime break.

The teams played a scoreless third quarter. Newport’s offense started to click in the fourth quarter, with 6 feet, 1 inch, 180 pound sophomore Jacob Kirkwood scoring on a 29-yard run. Greyson Le kicked the extra point. Later in the quarter, David Bradbury caught a six-yard touchdown pass from Pancho. Le made another extra point kick. Despite the score, Newport gained more offensive yards than Colville – 208-204 yards. But turnovers cost the Grizzlies. In addition to five Pancho pass interceptions, the Grizzlies lost a fumble. Colville had no turnovers. Even with the interceptions, passing worked better than rushing for Newport. Newport gained 152 yards through the air, compared to 57 yards rushing. It was the opposite for Colville. They had 149 yards rushing and 55 yards passing.

Kirkwood led Newport rushing, with 35 yards and a touchdown on two carries. Kirkwood also caught five passes for 27 yards. Owen Leslie led Newport receivers, with four catches for 97 yards. Bradbury caught two passes for 24 yards and a touchdown. Pancho threw 24 times, completing a dozen for 152 yards and a touchdown. In other Northeast A League action, Freeman beat Lakeside 19-7, Riverside beat Medical Lake 15-6, and Deer Park beat Chewelah, 28-12. The loss gives Newport a league record of 2-1. They are 3-1 overall. Colville and Freeman share the Northeast A League lead, with 3-0 league records and 4-1 overall records. Newport and Lakeside share third and fourth identical league and overall records. Newport will play Riverside at home Friday, Oct. 6, at 7 p.m.

Spartans beleaguered by Badgers and stave off Lions By Sophia Aldous Of The Miner

PRIEST RIVER – The Spartans almost had one on the Bonners Ferry Badgers at a home game Saturday, Sept. 30, but the call On Deck: was conAt Timberlake: verted Wednesday, Oct. to a 4, 5:30 p.m. no-goal, causing Priest River Lamanna High boys’ soccer to lose the match, 2-0. “It was such a beautiful run by our players that started around the midfield line, it was painful to have it reversed by an offsides call,” said coach Rob Lawler. “This will be a great opportunity to coach from.” The Badgers created a couple breakaway opportunities on Spartan keeper Evan Barnes gaining a 2-0 lead in the first half at the 14th and 19th

minute. The Spartans battled hard to create opportunities offensively and played exceptionally well defensively through-

‘We are definitely peaking at the right time with only a little over a week left before the District tournament.’ Rob Lawler PRLHS coach

out the match. Late in the second half, Spartan offense drove deep into the penalty box and a well placed shot was driven to the back of the net by

Lady Panthers start back up CUSICK – The Cusick volleyball team had this week off, after playing a double-header of sorts Saturday, Sept. 23. The Panthers traveled to Valley Christian Tuesday, after The Miner went to press. They travel to Selkirk Friday, Oct. 6, and host Wellpinit Tuesday, Oct. 10. Both matches start at 6 p.m.

Eli Davis. Unfortunately, he was called for offsides and the goal was turned into a no goal. “It was so close, I thought he was behind the ball when the shot was taken,” says Lawler. “The match ended with an official score of 2-0 Badgers, but in my book it was a 2-1 match.” The Spartans: had five shots and 14 saves. Bonners Ferry had 17 shots and one save. Earlier in the week on Tuesday, Sept. 26, Priest River tied with Upper Columbia Academy in home game, 2-2. “The team played well tonight refusing to give up after finding themselves down by two goals midway through the second half,” said Lawler. The Spartans and Lions battled through an evenly paired match, according to Lawler. At the end of the first half,

the score was tied at 0-0. In the second half, Lions jumped into a twopoint lead after scoring twice in the first twenty minutes of the half. Priest River battled back to tie the score with two goals in the 62nd and 65th minute. Eli Davis scored the first goal off a double assist from Cameron Bell and Caleb Gleason. Cameron Bell scored the second goal off an assist by Eli Davis. “We are definitely peaking at the right time with only a little over a week left before the District tournament,” Lawler said. The Spartans had 14 shots on goal with six saves, while the Lions had nine shots and seven saves. Priest River will travel to Timberlake High School for a game Wednesday, Oct. 4, 5:30 p.m.

Priest River loses two PRIEST RIVER – The Priest River volleyball team lost to St. Maries and Timberlake this past week. The Spartans hosted St. Maries Tuesday, Sept. 26, losing in four games: 25-6, 25-13, 22-25, 25-9. Harlee Meek had 15 assists for Priest River. Natalie Randolph finished with seven kills, Samantha Kendle had six digs, Emilee Clark had four blocks and two aces. The Spartans continued to struggle when they traveled to Timberlake

Thursday, Sept. 28. They lost in three games 25-13, 29-27, 25-12. Meek, Tabitha Richey and Clark each had one ace for Priest River. Richey also had four kills, and Clark had six digs and six blocks. The Spartans traveled to Kellogg Tuesday, after The Miner went to press. They host Bonners Ferry Thursday, Oct. 5, and then travel to Coeur d’Alene Charter Tuesday, Oct. 10. Both games are at 7 p.m.

Courtesy photo|Karin Riley

Josh David shows off his hole in one ball at the sixth hole at Serendipity Golf Course.

Spartans run their way to victory By Sophia Aldous Of The Miner

PRIEST RIVER – Spartan harriers had a great week of improvements and competition, with the boys taking first place and the girls third in the Ivan Benson Invite at home Tuesday, Sept. 26. Both boys and girls

‘I have been telling them that each race is like districts and districts are like each race. This goes the same for state.’ Lance Clark PRLHS coach

placed fourth overall at the William Johnson Sandpoint Invitational Saturday, Sept. 30 against bigger school like Sandpoint and Coeur d’Alene. Priest River got second overall the in Mountain League, beating the Bonners Ferry team for the first time this year. Both the boys and girls are second place in the league so far, putting them in the driver’s seat for state, according to coach Lance Clark. On Deck: “This is the best our team has At Timberlake: ever done mid-season having Thursday, Oct. 5, 4 p.m. both teams at this position in the league,” said Clark. The top two teams at districts will qualify for the state meet at the end of October. The top seven girls and boys will be able to race at state if the Spartans qualify each team. For the girls Annika Rantala came in fifth place at 23:18, with Izzie Schmidt coming in ninth at 25:15. Sharnai Hogan was 10th with a time of 24:59. Caleb Gleason came in second place with a time of 18:02, followed by Cameron Parkes in third at 18:43. Konner Durham brought up fifth place with a time of 18:50. “I want to put a thank you out to parents and volunteers at the cross-country invite on Tuesday,” said Clark. “The race went really smooth with all of your help. The team appreciates your sacrifice that day.” Both boys and girls came home with a number for personal bests on Saturday, according to Clark. The team competed at the William Johnson Sandpoint Invitational in Travers Park. “We had seven of 10 girls that had personal bests on the Sandpoint course,” said Clark. “We had two to three of the boys who were close or had personal bests on the course. I am excited to see what our Spartan Harriers can do on the upcoming races. “As a team, we have spoke about how we want to remember this season in the future, and it is so far a really memorable experience,” said Clark. “I have been telling them that each race is like districts and districts are like each race. This goes the same for state.” The Spartans will travel to Spirit Lake for the Timberlake Invitational at Timberlake High School Thursday, Oct. 5 at 4 p.m.

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Junior rowers dominate regatta PRIEST RIVER – Junior rowers from Coeur d’Alene Rowing Association and Olympic Peninsula Rowing Association (OPRA) of Port Angeles faced each other for the first time for a friendly competition during the Head of the Pend Oreille Regatta (HOP) Saturday, Sept. 30. These two teams made up the majority of the 60 juniors that participated in this year’s Regatta. Juniors from the Rockies Rowing Club, Nelson Rowing and Pend Oreille Rowing and Paddling Association (PORPA) completed the field. The Master’s rowing group experienced the return of the Nelson Rowing team. In total there were seven groups present. The Regatta had 45 entries, which is the largest number of entries in its seven-year history. Additionally, the Regatta moved the barbecue, which was catered by the Klondyke Café of Laclede to Saturday, and this was well received. The water was flat and fast with some times for the 1700- meter course less than seven minutes.

2017 HOP Regatta results: CDARA Coeur d’Alene Rowing Association NEL Nelson Rowing Club (Nelson, BC) OPRA Olympic Peninsula Rowing Association (Port Angeles, WA) PAL Palouse Rowing Club (Pullman, WA) PORPA Pend Oreille Rowing and Paddling Association (Priest River, ID) RRC Rockies Rowing Club (Vernon, BC) UNAF Unaffiliated 1X 1XR 2X 2XLW 4X+ 4X 4= 8+

Single Single - Recreational Double Double – Lightweight Quad w/ Coxswain Quad w/o Coxswain Four w/ Coxswain Eight w/ Coxswain

Results (first place finishers) Juniors - NOVICE Girls 2XLw: OPRA 8:18 A. Kennedy, E. Ventura 4X+: CDARA 7:31 G. Hamilton, C. Mack, J. Woodard, A. Forster, J. Brown (cox) 8+: CDARA 7:41 J. Woodard, C. Mack, J. Dennis, L. Langenderfer, M. Lunneborg, P. Fine, C. Brewer, K. Spiros A. Forster (cox) Boys 2XLw: OPRA 8:57 T. Turner, V. Pavlak 4X+: CDARA 6:50 A. Mallet, H. Schmidt, M. Isaacson, J. Brown, G. Hamilton (cox) 8+: CDARA 7:54 A. Mallet, H. Schmidt, M. Isaacson, J. Brown, R. Fine, O. Ayers, J. Aalto, M. Lunneborg, D. Cone (cox) Juniors - VARSITY Girls 1X: CDARA 8:05 A. Forster 1XR: OPRA 9:25 A. Kennedy 2X: RRC / NCR 7:50 R. Velisek, E. Sartorel 4X+: OPRA 7:46 M. Van Dyken, M. England, E. Sirguy, V. Kennedy, S. Callahan (cox) Boys 1X: OPRA 7:37 Nathan Mishler 1XR: OPRA 8:27

V. Pavlak 2X: OPRA 6:59 D.Weaver, N. Mishler 4X+: OPRA 6:50 D. Weaver, N. Mishler, J. Mcgovern, T. Turner, E. Ventura (cox) Mixed 8+: OPRA 8:34 D. Weaver, M. Van Dyken, N. Mishler, J. Mcgovern, M. England, T. Turner, E. Sirguy, E. Ventura, V. Kennedy (cox)

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Rowers practice their stroke on the Pend Oreille River last Saturday morning.

Masters Women 2XA: CDARA 9:16 V. Kimball, L. Young 2XB: SRRA 9:42 T. Sawyers, K. Shultis 4+: PORPA/PAL 8:41 S. Cochran, A. Noble Stuen, A. Howell, E. Jakeman, O. Cha (cox) 4XB: SRRA 7:52 G. Welch, T. Helmbrecht, K. Fritchie, P. Coyle 4+B: PORPA 9:35 E. Jakeman, G. Sears, C. Chassy, O. Cha, Q. Barnwell (cox) Men 1XB: NRC 7:16 D. Preney 2XB: UNAF 7:51 J. Russell, M. Lowry 4XA: PAL 9:28 E. Stuen, D. Engle, B. Spence, B. Bechard 8+A: PORPA/PAL 7:18 B. Spence, B. Bechard, D. Enge, E. Stuen, E. Muller, Q. Barnwell, D. Thayee, G. Sears, C. Chassy (cox) Mixed 2XB RRC / NRC 12:47 R. Rogers, D. Preney 12:47 4+B: PORPA 9:09 G. Sears, Q. Barnwell, E. Muller, O, Cha, C. Chassy, cox 8+A: PAL 7:42 B. Spence, B. Bechard, D. Enge, E.Stuen, S. Cochran, A. Nobel Stuen, A. Howell

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Rowers finish up a race.

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touchdowns through the air. He was intercepted once. He also rushed three times for 19 yards. Coach Link said the defensive line played well. He was glad to have Slade Powers back in the lineup. Powers missed the Republic game, where Selkirk lost. In other Northeast 1B League North action, Curlew beat Inchelium 68-40, Cusick beat Republic 66-6, and Tekoa-Rosalia of the Northeast 1B South conference beat Northport 42-36. The win gives Selkirk a 1-1 Northeast 1B League North record. They are 3-1 overall. Selkirk will host Cusick Friday, Oct. 6, at 7 p.m.

Lady Rangers beat Wellpinit IONE – The Selkirk volleyball team beat Wellpinit in three games Thursday, Sept. 28. The Rangers won 25-15, 25-14, 25-17. Jenna Couch had 23 assists and seven aces for Selkirk.

Bree Dawson had 12 kills and a block and Emma Avey had five digs. The Rangers host Cusick Friday, Oct 6, at 6 p.m. and then host Valley Christian Tuesday, Oct. 10, also at 6 p.m.

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a pass he threw to Trevor Shanholtzer. Cupp ended up with 184 yards rushing and two rushing touchdowns.

‘Caleb had a monstrous game.’ Troy Hendershott Cusick coach

Quarterback Tanner Shanholtzer completed five of eight passes for 94 yards and three touchdowns. He hit Trevor Shanholtzer for 32, 19 and 17-yard touchdowns. Trevor Shanholtzer also caught the TD pass from Cupp. Shanholtzer had five receptions for 88 yards and a touchdown. He rushed seven times for 76 years and a touchdown. Freshman running back Dylan Reijonen also scored a touchdown on a 60-yard run. Cusick ended up with 364 yards rushing and 120 yards passing. In other Northeast 1B League North action, Curlew beat Inchelium 68-40, Selkirk beat Columbia 28-14, and Tekoa-Rosalia of the Northeast 1B South conference beat Northport 42-36. Cusick has a 3-0 league record and is 4-1 overall. Cusick will travel to Ione for a game with Selkirk Friday, Oct. 6, at 7 p.m.

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The crowd gathers at The Mudhole in Priest River to cheer on their teams.

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kills and seven blocks, and Crystal Miller had five kills and 19 digs. Trystan Potter finished with three aces and 20 digs. Madi Hofstee had seven blocks and Olivia Witter had 30 assists. “Chewelah played a ton better than last Saturday, really came out aggressive and with momentum after upsetting Colville on Tuesday. Fortunately, so did we,” coach Pearson said. “This was just a really competitive volleyball match between two teams that played well. I was really proud of our girls as they really battled tonight and were able to wrest momentum from the home crowd in sets four and five. We had several girls really step up tonight.” Newport won 27-25, 18-25, 15-25, 25-15, 15-7. Potter had a huge night with 43 digs. Emily Martin stepped in for Witter as setter when she had a bloody nose and did great in her first varsity action, coach Pearson said. “As for Olivia, she has really improved her setting and running of the offense and we are lucky to have her – although I would say that about all of our girls.” The Griz hosted Medical Lake Tuesday, after The Miner went to press. They travel to Colville Thursday, Oct. 5, and then travel to Riverside Tuesday, Oct. 10. Both games are at 6:30 p.m. “Overall, I’m really proud of the girls’ work and effort to keep improving. I definitely think we are heading in the right direction,” Pearson said.

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Hatfield and Jasmine Martin. In addition, the Lady Spartans had seven shots and five shots on goal and four saves. Bonners Ferry had one save and four shots on goal. “Our defense held us in the game with Chelsea Brown, Hannah Palfrey, Cheyanne Slick, Lillian Nolan, Keona Brown and Liann Kren having four key saves,” says Fraser. On Deck: At Kellogg: Wednesday, Oct. 4, 5:30 p.m. At Coeur d’Alene: Thursday, Oct. 5, 4:30 p.m.

“Our keeper Lillith Hernandez had some of her usual amazing saves.” While Priest River has been working on their possession for districts and still have more to do, Fraser said she and assistant coach Craig Brengle are seeing the best moments from new players and the girls are becoming healthy as a team. “Craig and I are truly excited,” Fraser said. “We hope to keep finding ourselves this next week, especially to make our four seniors proud next Tuesday on senior night.”

Last Tuesday was a bit rougher against Northwest Christian, with Priest River losing 6-1. It was a rough game, but the girls played well, according to Fraser. “Even when we went down with nine players due to injuries, we played hard,” said Fraser. Northwest Christian scored in the first, fifth, 11th, 15th, 17th, and 19th minutes. For Priest River, Fink scored off a direct kick in the 29th minute. Lilly Hernandez had 17 saves from Northwest Christian’s nine shots and 17 shots on goal. Priest River had two shots on goal with their keeper making one save. Priest River had numerous saves and hung in the game as Northwest Christian went to goal the first half and possessed the second. The Lady Spartans played Coeur d’Alene Charter Academy Tuesday after deadline. Results from that game will be in next week’s newspaper. The team will travel to Kellogg Wednesday, Oct. 4 for a game at 6:30, then to Coeur d’Alene Charter Academy Thursday, Oct. 5 for a game at 4:30 p.m.

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lare Clark’s kindergarten class at Stratton Elementary School got creative during a painting session Thursday, Sept. 28. Clark is hoping to purchase six new easels to be able to allow the whole class to paint outside (a parent volunteer is always present for outside art days). The cost of each easel is about $30.

All photos by Sophia Aldous.

Aubrey McElfish works on her watercolors.

Right: Lucas Sawyer stops to look at his work.

Above: Benjamin Wanner was all about the color in his painting. Below: Jamison Rupert and a friend look over his painting.

Right: Corbin Dahl.

Carmen Staab helps clean up after art class.

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b r i e f ly Art class at Create Oct. 7 NEWPORT – Local artist Dora Grantsky will be teaching a class in rock painting at Create Art Center, Saturday, Oct. 7, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Learn her techniques of turning rocks, slate, and reclaimed items into works of art. Preregistration is required. Class is for ages 12 and up, and is $12. You may bring your own items or use items Dora will offer. Call Create at 509-4479277 or go to the website www.createarts.org. Create is located at 900 W. 4th. in Newport.

Bahá’i arts and crafts featured at Hospitality House NEWPORT – Bahá’is of Newport, Washington, will mark the 200th anniversary of the birth of Bahá’u’lláh, Founder of the Bahá’i Faith, Sunday, Oct. 22. A gallery of arts and crafts from Bahá’i artists living in the Inland Northwest will be displayed at the Hospitality House at 216 S. Washington Avenue in Newport as part of the yearlong unity festival. Inspirational quotes will accompany the display, giving the viewer a chance to enjoy a spiritual meditation. The dates of the gallery display are Oct. 19 – Oct. 25, excluding Sunday when the Hospitality House is closed. Hours are from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Baha’u’lláh(1817-1892) was a spiritual teacher who announced in 1863 that He was the bearer of a new revelation from God. His teachings have spread around the world, forming the basis of a process of social transformation and community building which is unique in its global scope and the diversity of participants. His vision of the oneness of humanity is an antidote to the racial prejudice and materialism that are affecting American society.

Newport blood drive Oct. 19 NEWPORT – The Inland Northwest Blood Center (INBC) will hold a blood drive Thursday, Oct. 19, 12 p.m. – 5 p.m. at the United Church of Christ. INBC needs an average of 200 blood donors every day to meet the needs of more than 35 rural hospitals in the inland Northwest. A single donation can save the lives of up to three people. For more information, call INBC recruiter Noreen Johnson at 509-991-2418.

Free food distribution NEWPORT – The American Lutheran Church and Thrivent members will hold a 2nd Harvest food distribution Thursday, Oct. 12, 10 a.m. to noon in the church parking lot. The event is open to all members of the public and no documentation or appointments are required. There will be free produce and groceries for anyone in need of food assistance. The distribution will be held no matter the weather, so people should dress accordingly. The American Lutheran Church is located at 332801 S.R. Hwy. 2, Newport.For more information, contact Nicole Smoot at 509-671-1432 or the 24-hour Mobile Market Information Line at 509252-6270.

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Sunday rainbow Cloudy, rainy weather Sunday resulted in this rainbow over Newport. Miner reporter Sophia Aldous took this photo from her back yard. The National Weather Service is predicting mostly sunny conditions for the rest of the week.

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Learn to prepare your garden for winter NEWPORT – Learn how to prepare your garden for winter on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2017 at the WSU/Pend Oreille County Extension Office and Master Gardener Demonstration Garden at 227 S. Garden Avenue in Newport from 10 a.m. until noon. The discussion and “hands-on” demonstrations will be led by a panel of local Master Gardeners and topics will include fall planting, harvesting and storage, seed collecting, plant propagation by taking cuttings, overwintering perennials, pruning, mulching, composting, soil amendments, care of tools and much more. Dress for the weather and bring a lawn chair if you would like to sit in the garden during the class. If you wish to participate and gain experience in specific garden clean-up projects bring work gloves and your own, labeled, garden hand tools. The cost for the class is $5 for community members and $3 for Master Gardeners. All funds raised from the class will be used by the local Master Gardener Foundation to provide gardening education programs to the community. Pre-register by calling the WSU/Pend Oreille County Extension Office at 509-447-2401 to provide contact information should the class schedule change and ensure adequate materials for all participants will be available.

Registration open for sustainability competition PULLMAN – Registration is now open for the Alaska Airlines Imagine Tomorrow competition, May 18-20, 2018, at Washington State University Pullman. The Alaska Airlines Imagine Tomorrow competition challenges students grades 9-12 from Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Montana to tackle the world’s sustainability challenges with fresh, well-researched ideas.

Now in its 11th year, Imagine Tomorrow offers students three competition themes: The Itron Food, Energy and Water Challenge; the Boeing Aerospace and Transportation Challenge, and the McKinstry Built Environment Challenge. Imagine Tomorrow provides educators with an opportunity to apply a real-world focus to their STEM teaching principles in and

outside of the classroom. The competition encourages student collaboration, creative thinking, and builds awareness of the key societal challenges that are facing the world today. “I am in my 30th year of teaching and have not seen anything that motivates, challenges and encourages students academically like Imagine Tomorrow,” said Barry Reifel, technology instruc-

tor at Yakima’s East Valley High School. In 2017, more than 114 teams competed for $60,000 in prizes. Imagine Tomorrow teams will present their projects at the competition May 18-20. Participation, including housing and meals, is free. Visit imagine.wsu.edu for details and to register.

we e k ah ead Wednesday, Oct. 4 Rotary Club: 7 a.m. - Oldtown Rotary Park Newport TOPS: 8:30 a.m. Hospitality House Overeaters Anonymous: 9 a.m. - Pineridge Community Church, 1428 W. First St., Newport, use front entrance. Contact Barb at 509-4470775.

Oil Painting Class: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. - Create Arts Center Books Out Back: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. - Priest River Library Davis Lake Grange: Noon - Davis Lake Grange Story Time: 3 p.m. - Newport Library

Create Arts Center Weight Watchers: 5:30-6 p.m. Weigh in and 6 p.m. meeting – Pineridge Community Church, 1428 W. First St., Newport Alcoholics Anonymous: 7 p.m. - St. Anthony’s Church

Dance Classes: 5:30-6:30 p.m. - Create Arts Center, Newport

Spirit Lake Lodge No. 57: 8 p.m. - Spirit Lake

Al-Anon: 7-8 p.m. - Priest River, Call Jan 208-946-6131

Rotary Club: 7 a.m. - Oldtown Rotary Park

Story Time: 10:30 a.m. Blanchard Library

Alcoholics Anonymous Open Meeting: 7 p.m. - St. Catherine’s Catholic Church

Newport TOPS: 8:30 a.m. Hospitality House

Story Time - Calispel Valley Library, Cusick: 11 a.m. - Calispel Valley Library, Cusick

Open Mic: 7-9:30 p.m. - Pend Oreille Playhouse, 236 S. Union Ave., Newport (Former Eagles Building)

Fiber Arts Knitting and Spinning Group: 9 a.m. Create Arts Center, Newport

Al-Anon: Noon - American Lutheran Church Pinochle: 1 p.m. - Priest River Senior Center Alcoholics Anonymous: 5:45 p.m. - Hospitality House, Newport BASIC Meeting: 6 p.m. Blanchard Community Center

Saturday, Oct. 7 Priest River American Legion Breakfast: 8-10:30 a.m. - VFW on Larch Street Books out Back: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. - Priest River Library

Calispel Post 217: 6 p.m. American Legion in Cusick

Angel Paws: Noon - The Ranch Club, Contact Debbie 509-445-1005

Pend Oreille Rock and Gem Club: 6 p.m. - Oldtown Rotary Park

Happy Agers Card Party: 1 p.m. - Priest River Senior Center

Priest River Animal Rescue: 6 p.m. - 1710 9th St., Priest River

AA Meeting: 5 p.m. - Hospitality House, Newport

Thursday, Oct. 5 Alcoholic’s Anonymous Women’s meeting: 10 a.m. - Rotary Club, Old Diamond Mill Rd., Oldtown UCC Non-Denominational Bible Study Group: 10 a.m. - United Church of Christ, 430 W. Third St., Newport Story Time: 10:30 a.m. Priest River Library

Oath Keepers Constitutional Study Group: 6:30 p.m. - Hospitality House, Newport

Sunday, Oct. 8 Newport Youth: 4 p.m. - Sadie Halstead Middle School Alcoholics Anonymous: 7 p.m. - Hospitality House, Newport

Monday, Oct. 9

Open Painting Workshop: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. - Create Arts Center, Newport

Evergreen Art Association: 10 a.m. - Create Arts Center

Duplicate Bridge: 12:30 p.m. - Hospitality House in Newport

Hospitality House Senior Potluck: Noon Newport

Loosely Knit: 1-3 p.m. - Calispel Valley Library, Cusick

Blanchard Grange Meeting: 5:30 p.m. Blanchard Grange

Priest River Food Bank Open: 3-5:45 p.m. - Priest River Senior Center Pend Oreille Kids Club: 6 p.m. - Pend Oreille Mennonite Church Pinochle: 6 p.m. - Hospitality House in Newport Bingo: 6 p.m. - Priest River Senior Center Alcoholics Anonymous: 7 p.m. - Blanchard Community Church Newport Masonic Lodge: 7:30 p.m.

Friday, Oct. 6 MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers): 9 a.m. – Pine Ridge Community Church 1428 W. 1st St., Newport

Habitat for Humanity: 6 p.m. - Sandifur Room, Newport Hospital Priest River Lions: 6:30 p.m. - Priest River Senior Center Alcoholics Anonymous: 7 p.m. - Blanchard Community Church

Tuesday, Oct. 10 Priest River Food Bank Open: 9-11:45 a.m. - Priest River Senior Center Blanchard Stitchers Quilting Group: 10 a.m. Blanchard Inn River Arts Alliance: 10 a.m - Various sites Writers Group: 2 p.m. -

Wednesday, Oct. 11

Overeaters Anonymous:

9 a.m. - Pineridge Community Church, 1428 W. First St., Newport, use front entrance. Contact Barb at 509-4470775.

Home and Community Educators Diamond Lake Club: Noon - Call Billie Goodno at 509-447-3781 or Chris King at 208-437-0971

Fiber Arts Knitting and Spinning Group: 9 a.m. Create Arts Center, Newport

Weavers’ Group: Noon to 3:30 p.m. - Create Arts Center Al-Anon: Noon - American Lutheran Church

Story Time: 10:30 a.m. Blanchard Library

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

Story Time - Calispel Valley Library, Cusick: 11 a.m. - Calispel Valley Library, Cusick Priest River Lioness: 11:30 a.m. - Priest River Senior Center

Alcoholics Anonymous: 5:45 p.m. - Hospitality House, Newport Spirit Lake Historical Society: 6:30 p.m. - Call 208-665-5921 for sites

Where to Worship

PINE RIDGE COMMUNITY CHURCH 1428 1st Street West Sunday School ~ 9:15 a.m. Morning Worship ~ 10:30 a.m. Wednesday: Youth ~6:30 p.m. Pastor Mitch McGhee 447-3265

DALKENA COMMUNITY CHURCH • VILLAGE MISSIONS

S.S. ~ 9:15 • Worship ~ 10:45 a.m. Family Night, Wednesday ~ 7 p.m. (Bible and Youth Clubs) Pastor Steve Powers - 509-447-3687

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

CHURCH OF FAITH

36245 Hwy 41, Oldtown, ID Sunday School 10 a.m. for all ages Sunday Worship - 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Wed. - Bible Study 6 p.m. Pastor Jack Jones Church Office 208-437-0150 www.churchoffaitholdtown.org

UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST

CATHOLIC MASSES

www.pocoparishes.org Newport: St. Anthony’s, 447-4231 612 W. First St., Sun. - 11 a.m. Usk: St. Jude’s River Rd., Sat. 4:00 p.m. Usk: Our Lady of Sorrows LeClerc Creek Rd. Sun. - 1st & 2nd - 5:30pm 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.

HOUSE OF THE LORD

754 Silver Birch Ln. • Oldtown, ID 83822 ‘’Contemporary Worship’’ Sun. ~ 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. “Jesus Youth Church” Youth Group Wednesday 6:30 p.m. Jeff & Robie Ecklund, Pastors • 437-2032 www.houseofthelordchurch.com

REAL LIFE NEWPORT “Where Jesus and Real Life Meet.” Worship Time: Sunday 10:30 a.m., at the Newport High School Real Life Ministries office, 420 4th St. Newport, WA Office Phone: (509) 447-2164 www.reallifenewport.com

BLESSED HOPE BAPTIST CHURCH

3rd and Spokane St., Newport, WA Worship Service 10:00 a.m. 301 W. Spruce St, Newport Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Sunday 10:30AM Wednesday 7:00PM Nursery Care Available Pastor R. Shannon Chasteen Pastor Becky Anderson (864) 378-7056 447-4121 Bible preaching, God newportucc@conceptcable.com honoring music www.newportucc.org

NEWPORT SOUTHERN BAPTIST CHURCH

1 mile S. of Newport on Hwy. 2 447-3742 Pastor Rob Greenslade Sun. School 9:45 a.m. • Worship 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship 6:30 p.m. Bible Study Weds. 6:30 p.m.

BAHÁ’Í FAITH OF NEWPORT

“Through His potency everything that hath, from time immemorial, been veiled and hidden, is now revealed.” Please call 509-550-2035 for the next scheduled devotional. Wonderful resources can be found at www.bahai.us and www.bahai.org

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 Real 4 Life - College ages 3rd & 4th Mondays The Immortals (13-High School ) Thur. 7-9 Pastor Rob Malcolm

AMERICAN LUTHERAN CHURCH E.L.C.A.

332801 Hwy. 2, P.O. Box 653, Newport Pastors Matt & Janine Goodrich Worship Service 10 a.m. (509) 447-4338 www.americanlutheranchurch.net

SEVENTH�DAY ADVENTIST Saturdays, 10:45a.m. Diamond Lake 326002 Highway 2 diamondlakeadventist.org Edgemere - 5161 Vay Rd edgemereadventist.org Newport - 777 Lilac Ln newportsda.com

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obituari es Lester J Bohnhof Newport

Lester J Bohnhof went to be with Jesus on Wednesday, Sept. 20, 2017. He was 83. In the same family farmhouse his mother was born in, just outside of Mankato, Minn., Lester was born to Hans and Lilly Bohnhof on Dec. 19, 1933. He grew up working with his dad on the farm, which laid the groundwork for his solid work ethic, and fed his lifeBohnhof long love of farming and tractors. In 1954, he met the love of his life, Beverly Behrns. They married in a double ceremony with his sister and her husband, on Aug. 25, 1955. He went into the army in 1956 and was discharged in 1958, after they spent some time stationed in Germany. He and Beverly made their home in Waseca, Minn., where Lester supported his family as an owner /operator of his own construction/carpentry business, and built many houses from the ground up, from start to finish, that still stand in Waseca, Minn., the surrounding areas, as well as even here locally in Idaho. In 1960, their son Jeff was born and a few years later in 1969 their daughter Julie joined their family, completing their family of four. In 1974 Lester packed up his family and moved out West to Oldtown to join his parents, and his sister’s family. This is where he built his family home. His work as a carpenter took him on the road travelling from Idaho, to Seattle to California, to Wyoming, and back again. In 1985, he came home for good and eventually became the beloved custodian for the American Lutheran Church in Newport. He helped build the new church building on Highway 2. The church was a second home to him, having attended it with Beverly and his children, until he was called home. It was there he made lifelong friends, and became a constant presence to all who passed through. In 1998, Beverly went to be with Jesus. In 2007, Lester was blessed with a second love of his life, Irene Maak. With her in his life, Lester was no longer lonely, and the light came back into his eyes as his happiness was evident once again. Lester is preceded in death by his parents Hans and Lilly Bohnhof, his wife Beverly, their Angel Baby Bohnhof, his brother-in-law Arden Heine, and his grandson by choice, Billy Clark. He is survived by his love, Irene Maak, his sister Shirley Heine, his son Jeff Bohnhof, his daughter Julie Clark and husband Bob, his grandchildren Tabitha Nelson (Brian), Bobby Clark, and Angel Clark, as well as his great grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews and extended family, Irenes children Mike (Michelle) Bunting, Theresa (Pat) Myers, and Aaron (Debbie) Mauzay, and grandchildren. A viewing will be held Oct. 6 from noon to 5 p.m. at Sherman-Campbell Funeral Home in Newport. A funeral service will be held on Oct. 7 starting at noon at the American Lutheran Church in Newport. A graveside service will be on Oct. 10 at 11 a.m. at the Newport Cemetery. Sherman-Campbell Funeral Home in Priest River is in charge of arrangements. Family and friends are invited to sign the online guest book at shermancampbell.com See more obituaries 10A

p o l i c e r e p o rt s Editor’s note: The police reports, taken from dispatch logs provided to The Miner by law enforcement agencies, are not intended to be an exact report, but rather a comprehensive list of police calls in Pend Oreille and West Bonner counties. Dispatch also fields calls for the Kalispel Tribe property in Airway Heights. Certain police calls are generally omitted because of space constraints. These include but aren’t limited to ambulance calls for illness, unfounded alarms, traffic stops, dogs at large, abandoned vehicles, 911 hang–ups and civil standbys. All dispositions for the police reports are assumed to be active, assist or transfer at press time. The police reports are updated each weekday on The Miner Online. Pend Oreille County

Monday, Sept. 25 ANIMAL PROBLEM: Sullivan Lake Rd., Ione, report of sheep on property. DISABLED VEHICLE: Hwy. 2, Newport, report of vehicle with flashers on.

AUTOMOBILE THEFT: S. State Ave., Newport, report of 50cc scooter stolen overnight.

ATTEMPT TO LOCATE: N. Hayford Rd., Airway Heights, attempt to locate theft suspect.

ILLEGAL BURNING: Diamond Lake Road, report of subjects burning yard waste.

SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES: Elmers Loop, report that complainant heard shooting coming from this residence.

BURGLARY: McInnis St., Ione, report of man inside residence with a knife. ERRATIC DRIVER: Hwy. 211, report of yellow two-door Honda Civic that is speeding and driving aggressive. TRAFFIC OFFENSE: N. Halford Ave., Newport, report of ongoing issue with vehicle parking in the alley and blocking alley. TRAFFIC HAZARD: Hwy. 20 and Yergens Rd., report of Toyota S10, white, hit a deer and male is standing in middle of road flagging down cars. TRAFFIC HAZARD: Hwy. 20 and McCloud Creek, report of deceased deer in middle of highway.

VEHICLE PROWL: S. Calispel. Ave., Newport, report of two vehicles broke into and the batteries appear to be missing along with some other things.

VEHICLE PROWL: Hwy. 20, report of male on bike, going through cars.

ANIMAL PROBLEM: LeClerc Rd. S. and Indian Creek, report of deer on southbound side of roadway needs dispatched. TRESPASSING: Independence Rd., Newport, report of woman trespassing on property next to the burned out house, loading things up. DOMESTIC VIOLENCE VERBAL: LeClerc Rd. N., Ione, report of complainant trying to leave, but her husband won’t let her and is threatening to disable her car. RUNAWAY JUVENILE: Phay Rd., Elk, report of 15 year-old-female ran from home into woods 10 minutes ago. SUSPICIOUS VEHICLE: Fertile Valley Rd., report of silver 2000 Honda Odyssey parked just past complainant’s mailbox with blankets up on the windows, it’s been there for about an 1.5 hours.

Tuesday, Sept. 26 ANIMAL PROBLEM: Hwy. 20, Newport, report of deer that needs dispatched on west side of road. FOUND PROPERTY: Shults Lane, Newport, report of white bike in driveway sitting up against fence, looks like someone dumped it there. ARREST: Lenora Drive, Usk, Anthony G. Terhune, 29, Usk, was arrested for domestic violence assault in the 4th degree.

ABANDONED VEHICLE: S. Spokane Ave., Newport, report of white Chevy blazer parked there for two months.

Thursday, Sept. 28

SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES: W. 5th St., report of blood found on student’s backpack. DOMESTIC VIOLENCE VERBAL: Calispel Trail Loop Rd., report of father, son, and girlfriend that have been arguing since last night. MALICIOUS MISCHIEF: S. Garden Ave., Newport, report that inmate ripped down an intercom and threw it through a light. ARREST: LeClerc Rd. N., Cusick, Elizabeth L. Ford-Campbell, 34, Cusick, was arrested on an out of state warrant and failure to comply. Celia A. Nomee, 34, Cusick was also arrested on an out of state warrant. HARASSMENT: Larsen Blvd., Metaline Falls, report of subjects in truck verbally harassing complainant. SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES: 2nd Ave., report of request to speak to a deputy about suspicious activity and items found. SUSPICIOUS VEHICLE: N. Halford Ave., report of car that has been parking in alley overnight for a while now. FIRE-SMOKE ONLY: Steamboat Meadows Lane, report of plume of gray smoke just past powerlines. ATTEMPT TO LOCATE: Hwy. 2 and S. Calispel Ave., report of subject with warrant seen walking in the area. TRESPASSING: McInnis St., Ione, report of subject that is trespassing on property and hiding in shed. DRUG INFO: LeClerc Rd. N., Cusick

Friday, Sept. 29 ERRATIC DRIVER: Hwy. 2 and Rumsey Rd., Newport, report of vehicle swerving all over the roadway. BURGLARY: Hwy. 2, report of several buildings on property broken into. SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES: Hwy. 20, report of bicycle tube and backpack with ID found behind house. THEFT: Northern Quest Drive SUSPICIOUS PERSON: Sky Ranch Rd., Newport, report that subject is blocking the road and made threats to the complainant earlier. THEFT: W. 7th St., report of bike stolen from residence. ASSAULT: W. 6th Ave., report of one in custody for assault in the 4th degree. ERRATIC DRIVER: LeClerc Rd. S., Newport, report of vehicle speeding and passing on blind corners. VEHICLE PROWL: Milwaukee Drive N., Newport, report that fence was cut and someone got into truck. ARREST: Larry August Deluna, 46, Newport, was arrested for theft in the 3rd degree. ARREST: Kassy Kay Burkhart, 28, Kettle Falls, was arrested for parole violation.

Saturday, Sept. 30 VEHICLE PROWL: S. Washington Ave., report of back window of vehicle broken out. PROPERTY DAMAGE: Hwy. 2, report of PUD power box on property that was hit by a vehicle. SUSPICIOUS PERSON: Davis Lake, report of a naked male at the boat launch. ILLEGAL BURNING: LeClerc Rd. S., Newport, report of camper with larger fire than is allowed. TRAFFIC HAZARD: N. Spokane Ave., report of vehicle blocking alleyway. ARREST: Oldtown, Brook Anne Stigall, 34, Cusick, was arrested on an out of county warrant and for making false statements to an officer. THEFT: Lakeside Drive, report of known male stole items from vehicle during move. ANIMAL PROBLEM: Hwy. 2, report of deer that needs dispatched. BRUSH FIRE: Hwy. 20 JUVENILE PROBLEM: W. 7th St., report of juvenile female out control, throwing items. ANIMAL NOISE: Hwy. 20, report of ongoing issue with barking dogs.

Sunday, Oct. 1

SUSPICIOUS VEHICLE: Cee Cee Ah Creek Rd., Cusick

DECEASED PERSON: W. 7th St.

ARREST: W. Pine St., Newport, Ignacio Abe Carrazana, 30, Cusick, was arrested on an out of county warrant.

WEAPPON OFFENSE: Phay and Bunge Rd., Elk, report of two rounds shot in complainant’s direction.

SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES: N. Hayford Rd., Airway Heights, report of a suspicious circumstance involving a minor.

ERRATIC DRIVER: Hwy. 2, report of white SUV going in the wrong lane down the highway and tried to run complainant off the road.

ANIMAL PROBLEM: W. Walnut St., complainant report of a dog in his yard, trying to get into his house, not being aggressive.

SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES: Allen Rd., report of subject that believes she was raped in her sleep several days ago.

ANIMAL PROBLEM: Northshore Diamond Lake, report of ongoing issue with neighbor dog running free in the area.

SUSPICIOUS VEHICLE: Pease Rd., report of male subject that was camping on complainant’s property, left vehicle behind.

SUSPICIOUS VEHICLE: Coyote Trail, report of utility truck with no lights partially blocking lane.

THEFT: Hwy. 20, report of subject taking wood on property.

ERRATIC DRIVER: Ash and Warren, Newport, report of silver Chevy truck driving on rim has hazards on. DISABLED VEHICLE: Hwy. 2, Newport, report vehicle with flat tire. POSSIBLE DUI: W. Walnut St., report of possibly intoxicated subject leaving in a vehicle; almost hit cart returns.

Wednesday, Sept. 27 VEHICLE PROWL: Hwy. 20,

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ARREST: Northshore Diamond Lake, Patti L. Skirvin, 47, Spokane, was arrested for driving under the influence.

SUSPICIOUS VEHICLE: Main St., report of 90’s green dodge pickup with canopy parked there for three hours between espresso stand and gas station.

THREATENING: Westside Calispel Rd., Newport, complainant received threatening phone call.

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complainant saw someone breaking into a truck parked in the parking lot then the subject ran off into the woods.

BURGLARY: Deer Valley Lane, Newport, report of someone broke into complainant’s shop again and stole items.

ANIMAL NOISE: Pine Hill Rd., Newport, report of ongoing issue with dog barking all day.

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THREATENING: Veit Rd., report of neighbor that is outside yelling, threatening to shoot complainant. NOISE COMPLAINT: Hwy. 2, report of extremely loud bass music coming from residence.

Newport, Scott T. Jones, 44, was arrested on a local warrant. ERRATIC DRIVER: Hwy. 2, report of overloaded truck with no lights driving erratically. TRESPASSING: Hwy. 2, report of someone trespassing on property. POSSIBLE DUI: W. Pine St., Newport ANIMAL PROBLEM: Hwy. 2, report of coyote in southbound lane needs dispatched. SUSPICIOUS VEHICLE: Calispel St., Newport WEAPON OFFENSE: Hwy. 2, report of someone shooting paintballs at vehicle. DOMESTIC VIOLENCE VERBAL: Kirkpatrick Rd., report of brother who is removing complainant’s items from her residence. ACCIDENT: Deeter Rd., report of female screaming for help in area. West Bonner County

Monday, Sept. 25 ANIMAL PROBLEM: Pineview Lane, Spirit Lane CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE: Cedar View Estates Rd., Blanchard

Tuesday, Sept. 26 BATTERY: Hwy. 57, Priest River JUVENILE PROBLEM: Hwy. 57, Priest River SHOPLIFTING: Hwy. 2, Priest River SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCE: Nitty Gritty Lane, Priest River TRAFFIC HAZARD: Hwy. 2, Oldtown TRAFFIC VIOLATION: LeClerc Rd., Oldtown, a female Newport resident was cited and released for failure to have a current and valid driver’s license and her passenger, Alicia Smith, Newport, was arrested for possession of a controlled substance. ARREST: Private Drive, Coolin, felony warrant arrest.

Wednesday, Sept. 27 ANIMAL PROBLEM: Hwy. 2, Priest River NON-INJURY ACCIDENT: Hwy. 57, Priest River ANIMAL PROBLEM: Clagstone Rd. and Rebel Ridge, Spirit Lake ASSAULT: Hank Allen Way, Blanchard

Thursday, Sept. 28 JUVENILE PROBLEM: Old Priest River Rd., Priest River THEFT OF PROPERTY: Hwy. 2, Priest River RECKLESS DRIVING: Hwy. 2, Priest River RECKLESS DRIVING: Hwy. 41 and Spirit Lake Cutoff, Spirit Lake RECKLESS DRIVING: Hwy. 2 and LeClerc Rd., Oldtown

Friday, Sept. 29 ACCIDENT, UNKNOWN INJURY: Peninsula Rd., Priest River ARREST: Hwy. 2, Priest River, Brandon Winchip, 22, Queensbury, New York, was arrested for driving under the influence and cited and released for open container. TRAFFIC HAZARD: Ediah Rd. and Spirit Lake Cutoff, Spirit Lake ACCIDENT, INJURIES: Clagstone Rd., Spirit Lake

Saturday, Sept. 30 NON-INJURY ACCIDENT: Hwy. 2 and Eastside Rd., Priest River ARREST: State Ave., Oldtown, Dimitriy Avdeyey, 28, was arrested on a Kootenai County warrant and a fugitive from justice warrant out of Washington. SHOTS FIRED: Marian Ave., Oldtown

HARASSMENT: N. 5th Ave., report of ongoing problem with neighbor harassing complainant.

RECKLESS DRIVING: Clagstone Rd. and Hwy. 41, Blanchard

SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES: Hwy. 2, report that it appears neighbor broke into shop and is stealing power.

SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCE: Hwy. 2, Priest River

ARREST: S. Garden Ave.,

Sunday, Oct. 1

ACCIDENT/INJURIES: Hwy. 2, Oldtown

pu blic m e eti ngs Wednesday, Oct. 4 Diamond Lake Water and Sewer: 10 a.m. - District Office, 172 South Shore Road Sacheen Lake Sewer and Water District Board: 3 p.m. - Sacheen Fire Station, Highway 211

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Monday, Oct. 9 Pend Oreille County Commissioners: 9 a.m. - Pend Oreille County Courthouse

Fire District No. 4 Commissioners: 6 p.m. - Dalkena Fire Station No. 41

Pend Oreille Fire District No. 2: 10 a.m. - Fire Station 23, 390442 Highway 20, Ione

Diamond Lake Improvement Association: 6:30 p.m. - Diamond Lake Fire Station, Highway 2

Oldtown Urban Renewal District Board: 5:30 p.m. - Oldtown City Hall, as needed

Ione Town Council: 7 p.m. - Clerk’s Office

Pend Oreille Fire District No. 6: 6 p.m. - Furport Fire Hall, 7572 LeClerc Road

Thursday, Oct. 5 Bonner County Planning and Zoning Commission Hearing: 5 p.m. - Bonner County Administrative Building, Sandpoint

Saturday, Oct. 7 Pondoray Shores Water and Sewer District: 9 a.m. - PUD Building, 130 N.

Cusick Town Council: 6 p.m. - Cusick Community Center Oldtown City Council: 6:30 p.m. Oldtown City Hall

Tuesday, Oct. 10 Bonner County Commissioners: 8:45 a.m. - Bonner County Administrative Building

Pend Oreille County Commissioners: 9 a.m. - Pend Oreille County Courthouse Port of Pend Oreille Commissioners: 9 a.m. - Usk, 1981 Black Road West Bonner Library District Board of Trustees: 9 a.m. - Priest River Library Friends of the Library: Noon - Priest River Library Newport School Board: 5 p.m. - District Offices Pend Oreille County Planning Commission Hearings: 6 p.m. - Cusick Community Center Metaline Falls Town Council: 7 p.m. Metaline Falls Town Hall West Bonner Library Board: 7 p.m. Priest River Library Laclede Water District: 7:30 p.m. Laclede Community Hall

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Continued from 7B AGREEMENT PEND OREILLE PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT Public Utility District No. 1 of Pend Oreille County (the District), is requesting proposals for a right of way appraisal. The successful candidate will enter into a personal services agreement with the District. The work includes doing a comprehensive appraisal of a +/- 55-mile railroad right of way corridor and/ or easement containing utility infrastructure in Pend Oreille County, Washington. The company selected will have a history of demonstrated knowledge, experience, and expertise in performing right of way appraisal services. Interested parties may submit a complete proposal packet, including a cover letter and resume no later than 2:30 p.m., (Pacific Standard Time) October 10, 2017. Proposals may be sent to: Pend Oreille PUD P.O. Box 190 Newport, WA 99156 information@popud.org The District reserves the right to request additional information,

clarifications from individuals or firms submitting Statements of Qualifications, or to allow corrections of errors or omissions. The District reserves the right to reject any and all proposals, without prejudice. The District assumes no obligation to reimburse firms for any expenses incurred in responding to this request for qualifications. Women’s, minority, and small business enterprises are encouraged to submit proposals. The District is an equal opportunity employer. Published in The Newport Miner September 27 and October 4, 2017. (35-2) ___________________________ 2017265 PUBLIC NOTICE C A L L F O R M AT E R I A L B I D S V O LTA G E R E G U L AT O R S PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 OF PEND OREILLE COUNTY CONTRACT NO. 17-016 Public Utility District No. 1 of Pend Oreille County, Washington, hereby solicits sealed bids for twelve (12) Single-Phase 32-Step, 250kVA/328A, Voltage Regulators with multi-phase CommunicationReady Controls. Interested parties may obtain full

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specifications by contacting the Communications and Public Contracts Manager of Public Utility District No. 1 of Pend Oreille County, P.O. Box 190, Newport, Washington 99156, (509) 447-9328. Sealed bids will be received as outlined in the contract documents until 11:00 a.m., October 11, 2017. The Public Utility District No. 1 of Pend Oreille County reserves the right to reject any or all bids, to waive any informality in the bidding, or to exercise any other right or action provided by statute. Published in The Newport Miner September 27 and October 4, 2017. (35-2) ___________________________ 2017267 PUBLIC NOTICE COMBINED NOTICE OF A P P L I C AT I O N A N D A C T I O N Pend Oreille County did on September 19, 2017 receive a complete Shoreline Authorization Application, SEPA Environmental Checklist, and associated documents from Grant Miller and did on September 21, 2017 issue a Determination of Completeness for replacement of a ramp & dock on Sacheen Lake. (FILE NO. SA-17-036), Location: 104 Mt. View

Drive N.; Parcel# 433125649016 An Environmental Checklist under the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) was prepared by the applicant on September 18, 2017 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 (WAC 197-11-355). 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, Annex Building, 418 South Scott Street, Newport, WA 99156, (509) 447-4821 and viewed at www.pendoreilleco.org. Contact: Andy Huddleston, Community Development Assistant Planner, (509) 447-6462, ahuddleston@ pendoreille.org. Written comments from the public may be submitted to Pend Oreille County no later than October 12, 2017. Required Permits: Shoreline Authorization (Pend Oreille County), Floodplain Development Permit (Pend Oreille County), Hydraulic Project Approval (WDFW) Dated: September 25, 2017

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Continued from 8B Published in The Newport Miner September 27 and October 4, 2017. (35-2) ___________________________ 2017271 PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC HEARING The Town of Cusick will hold a preliminary budget hearing at the regular scheduled council meeting on October 9, 2017 at 6:00 p.m. Input for the 2018 budget specifically water/sewer rate increases and EMS info will be presented. All interested citizens are invited to attend. /s/Charlotte Yergens Charlotte Yergens, Clerk-Treasurer, Town of Cusick Published in The Newport Miner September 27 and October 4, 2017. (35-2) __________________________ 2017273 PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE R E Q U E S T F O R Q U A L I F I C AT I O N S (RFQ) PEND OREILLE COUNTY ALLHAZARD MITIGATION PLAN COMPREHENSIVE UPDATE Pend Oreille County Emergency Management is currently seeking qualifications from competent experienced consultants to update the Pend Oreille County All-Hazard Mitigation Plan that meets all requirements under 44 CFR Part 201.6. As described in the Federal Register (Volume 67, Numbers 38 and 109, dated February 26, 2002 and October 2002 respectively,) Section 322 of the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 requires that all local governments adopt an approved All-Hazard Mitigation Plan to be eligible to receive future hazard mitigation grant funding. The purpose of the Plan is to demonstrate the “jurisdiction’s commitment to reduce risks from natural hazards, serving as a guide for decision-makers as they commit resources to reducing the effects of natural hazards. Local plans will also serve as the basis for the State to provide technical assistance and to prioritize project funding.” To fulfill this requirement, Pend Oreille County seeks consultant services in order to update the existing County All-Hazard Mitigation Plan that meets the necessary requirements of and is approved by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the County of Pend Oreille. A COPY OF THE RFQ CAN BE OBTAINED FROM THE PEND OREILLE COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGENT WEBSITE AT: http:// pendoreilleco.org/your-government/ emergency-management/ Qualifications will not be accepted by fax or electronic file transfer. Submissions should include one original and five copies. ****DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION

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 1-800-669-9777. The toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800927-9275. (31tf)

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OF QUALIFICATIONS**** The deadline for submission of qualifications is 4:30 P.M. PST on October 13, 2017. Responses should be submitted in a sealed envelope to: S E A L E D Q U A L I F I C AT I O N S – CONSULTANT SERVICES – PEND OREILLE COUNTY ALL-HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN Pend Oreille County Clerk of the Board P.O. Box 5025 625 W. 4th Street Newport WA 99156 Published: Newport Miner on September 27 and October 4, 2017. (35-2) ____________________________ 2017258 PUBLIC NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE LEADERS MEETING The Boards of Commissioners of the Port of Pend Oreille, Public Utility District No. 1 and Pend Oreille County will meet on Friday, October 13 at 12 p.m. at the Camas Wellness Center, Usk, WA. /s/ Kelly J. Driver, Manager /s/ Karen Willner Clerk of the Board /s/ Rhonda Cary Clerk of the Board Published in The Newport Miner October 4 and 11, 2017.(36-2) __________________________ 2017274 PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF NOVEMBER 7, 2017 GENERAL ELECTION S TAT E O F WA S H I N G T O N C ounty of P end O reille ss N otice O f E lection NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a General and Special Election will be conducted on Tuesday, November 7, 2017, in Pend Oreille County, Washington. Registration Deadlines: The last date to register online, through the mail, transfer or update an existing registration is Monday, October 9. First time voters may register in person until 4:30 pm Monday, October 30, at the Pend Oreille County Auditor’s Office, 625 W 4th Street, Newport. Persons may also register to vote online at www.vote.wa.gov Pend Oreille County is a vote by mail County. A ballot will be mailed to each active registered voter in Pend Oreille County on October 19. Please contact the Pend Oreille County Auditor’s Office at 509-4476472 if you did not receive a ballot or you need a replacement ballot. Voter Assistance: Election ballots, registration forms, voting assistance for elderly and disabled persons, and other election or voter registration information are available at the Pend Oreille County Auditor’s Office. Call 509-447-6472, or visit http:// pendoreilleco.org/your-government/ auditor/elections/Document5. The November 7, 2017 General Election Ballot will include: State Measures Advisory Vote No. 16 Engrossed Substitute House Bill 1597 concerns the food fish excise tax rate on certain salmon and game fish; Advisory Vote No. 17 Engrossed House Bill 2163 concerns the business and occupation tax and certain retail sales and use tax exemptions; Advisory Vote No. 18 Engrossed House Bill 2242 concerns an additional state property tax for common schools Legislative Partisan Office State Senator District 7 (1 Year Unexpired Term) (Ferry, Lincoln, Okanogan, Pend Oreille, Spokane, Stevens) State Legislative Representative District 7 Pos. 1 Partisan office (2 Year Term) (Ferry, Lincoln, Okanogan, Pend Oreille, Spokane, Stevens) Local Measures Town of Ione Proposition 1 Annexation of Ione into Fire District No. 2 for Fire Protection and Emergency Medical Service Fire Protection 2 Proposition 1 Annexation of Ione into Fire District No. 2 for Fire Protection and Emergency Medical Service Fire Protection 5 Proposition 1 Permanent Lid Lift to Fund Operations, Maintenance and Equipment Replacement Sacheen Water & Sewer Proposition 1 One Year Excess Levy for Maintenance and Operation Local Nonpartisan Office Port of Pend Oreille Commissioner District2 Hospital District 1 Commissioner Position 2 & 3 Hospital District 2 Commissioner Position 2 Newport School District #56 Director District 1 & 2

Cusick School District # 59 Director District 1, 3 & 5 Selkirk School District #70 Director District 1, 2 & at large 2 Deer Park School District #414-61 Director District 2 & 3 Riverside School District #414-62 Director District 1, 2 & 5 Town of Cuisck Mayor and council positions 1, 2 & 5 Town of Ione Mayor and council positions 1, 2 & 5 Town of Metaline Mayor and council position 2 Town of Metaline Falls Mayor and council positions 1, 3, 4 & 5 City of Newport Mayor and council position 2 Fire Protection District 2 Commissioner position 2 Fire Protection District 4 Commissioner position 2 Fire Protection District 5 Commissioner position 2 Fire Protection District 6 Commissioner positions 2 & 3 Fire Protection District 8 Commissioner position 3 Diamond Lake Water & Sewer Commissioner positions 1 & 2 Lenora Water & Sewer Commissioner positions 1 & 2 Sacheen Lake Water & Sewer Commissioner position 2 Returning voted ballots: Ballots are counted only if signed by the qualified voter and either postmarked no later than November 7, 2017, placed in a ballot drop box or received by the Pend Oreille County Auditor no later than 8:00pm on that date. Ballot drop box locations: 24-hour ballot drop box in alley alongside the County Courthouse, 625 W 4th Street, Newport; 24-hour ballot drop box on Between Library and Community Center, 208 Blackwell Street, Ione. Logic & Accuracy Test will convene as a public meeting in the Pend Oreille County Auditor ’s Office at 625 W 4th Street, Newport, October 17, 2017 at 2:00pm. The Canvassing Board of Pend Oreille County will convene as a public meeting in the Pend Oreille County Auditor’s Office at 625 W 4th Street, Newport, November 28 at 9:00am- Canvass Board meeting; the official certification will be signed at this meeting. Dated at Newport, Washington, this 25th day of September, 2017. Marianne Nichols, County Auditor of Pend Oreille County and Ex-officio Supervisor of Elections. Published in The Newport Miner October 4, 2017.(36) __________________________ 2017277 PUBLIC NOTICE S TAT I O N 6 2 S H O P P R O J E C TEARTHWORK/UTILITY PREP Pend Oreille County Dire District #6 is seeking proposals for Station 62 Shop Project-Earthwork/Utility Prep. The site location is 11 Lancelot Lane, Lot 4 Block 1Usk, WA 99180. This is the future location of a shop for Pend Oreille Fire District #6 to be a measurement of 30’x70’. The following project scope outlines earthwork to be completed, timelines, requirements, and payment. Pend Oreille County Fire District #6, in accordance with Washington State Fire Protection District Bid Law, will utilize the Pend Oreille Fire District Small Works/Vendor roster (RC@ 52.14.110, RCW 39.04.280) and MRSC Roster. All labor costs involved with this project shall follow Prevailing Wage as stated by Washington State Labor and Industries for Public Works Projects in Pend Oreille County. The MRSC offers a free option for registration for inclusion. Please visit their website, www. mrscroster.org for further details. Please contact Vickie Miles at the following with questions regarding this project. Email granniev@outlook.com Cell 509-671-5035 Project Scope: 1)Site Stripping (to involve approximately 3200 cf of materials removed) 2)Establishing Subgrade 3)Fill and grade foundation site to accommodate flood plain mitigation elevation of 2054 ft, at structure location, meeting compaction and drainage requirements of. (to involve approximately 16,000 cf of material) The above shall be completed within guidance of Geotechnical Engineering Evaluation SP17018A, completed by Strata Engineering 4)Provide excavation, required bedding, and backfill of necessary trenching for utility access (electrical, septic, and water) 1)Site Stripping Average 8-inch stripping depth across the site soil from beneath all foundation footprints. Stripping

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must extend laterally at least 5 feet outside of planned improvement areas. Material removed will be moved to adjacent lot owned by POFD#6. 2)Establishing Subgrade Following demolition, site stripping, excavating to achieve site grades, and prior to fill placement; prepare subgrades to receive structural fill, concrete, asphalt, or other site improvements as outlined below: - Building, foundation and PCC pavement subgrades: *Following undocumented fill removal, and prior to placing embankment fill for site grading, concrete for foundations, or aggregate support section beneath slabs or PCC pavements, scarify the exposed native sub grade soil and compact to at least 92 percent of the soil’s maximum dry density, referencing ASTM D1557. To accomplish subgrade compaction, we expect moisture conditioning (i.e., wetting or drying the soil) to near optimum moisture content will be required. All other subgrades (i.e. exterior hardscapes, asphalt pavements & landscape areas): *Prior to placing Structural Fill or Crushed Surfacing beneath AC pavement and hardscape footprints, prepare subgrades by excavating flat with a smooth bucket. Do not use a toothed bucket or disturb during stripping operations. 3)Fill and grade foundation site to accommodate flood plain mitigation elevation of 2054ft, at structure location, meeting compaction and drainage requirement of. Fill used to achieve the appropriate elevation, shall meet the standards addressed in the Geotechnical Environmental Evaluation provided. All compactions requirement will be tested and recorded through the Engineer of selection by Pend Oreille Fire District #6. 4)Provide excavation, required bedding, and backfill of necessary trenching for utility access (electrical, septic, and water) Provide earthwork required for access to utilities to facilitate the POFD#6 Shop. This shall include, -Appropriate trench access and filling for connection of electrical work as specified by Pend Oreille Public Utility District and requirements of. -Appropriate trench access, bedding of, and fill for septic services, to include any tank placement, to POFD#6 Shop as specified by Lenora Water and Sewer and recognized and requirements of. -Appropriate trench access, bedding, and fill for potable water services to POFD#6 Shop as required/ specified by Lenora Water and Sewer and requirements of. Material Requirements As previously stated, all materials used in this project shall meet the specification as addressed in the Geotechnical Environmental Evaluation. Any required documentation of material used and brought by the awarded contractor, shall be the responsibility of stated contractor to provide and file as necessary. Proposal Review/Evaluation Total cost of proposal shall be the primary evaluation of reviewed RFP’s received. It shall be the right of the Pend Oreille County Fire District #6 Administration to also consider performance of proposed RFP’s and may select a higher priced proposal if in its sole determination that the alternate is in the best interest for the District. Timeline 1)Request Proposal Submissions 2)Work day 3)Weather 4)Project completion date 1)Request Proposal Submissions In resolving that this project falls within the abilities of Pend Oreille County Fire District #6 to use the district’s Small Works/Vendor list and MRSC as needed. It shall be the intent of Pend Oreille Fire District #6 to deliver this project request to those on the list. Delivery of any proposals shall be no later than October 16th, 2017. All interested participants shall return Request For Proposals by Electric, Mail Service, or In Person, no later than close of business (1700 or 5pm) October 16th, 2017. Announcement of awarded RFP shall take place at the regularly scheduled Board of Fire Commissioners meeting on October 16th, 2017. It shall be the expectation upon the awarded proposal to begin work no later than October 23rd, 2017. -Electronic Submissions must have a Subject Line of: RFP POFD6 Earthwork and submitted to firedist6@ surf1.ws -Mail service can be sent to: RFP POFD6 Earthwork c/o POFD#6 Continued on 10B

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Continued from 9B 7572 LeClerc Road South Newport, WA 99156 -Hand delivery can be performed at the same address as mail service listed above. Please call the contact phone number(s) provided to assure efficient personal delivery. 2)Workday Due to the proximity of private residence; work days will be limited to Monday thru Saturday 0700-1800 (7 am-6pm) 3)Weather During the process of exposing the subgrade level of earthwork, work will be planned to protect said subgrade from freezing. 4)Project completion date It is the intent to have Site Stripped, Subgrade prepped, and fill to elevation requirements to compaction requirements no later than November 6th, 2017. Coordination and planning for work completion of utility work shall be finished by November 27th, 2017. Requirements 1) Prevailing Wage 2) Insurance/Bond 3) Protection Of Public 4) Facilities 1) Prevailing Wage This is a Public Works Project; Pend Oreille County Fire District #6 will require all contractors to be currently registered with Washington State Labor and Industry. This project requires labor to be paid at prevailing wage for Pend Oreille County. All contractors will be required to submit an affidavit of wages paid upon completion of the project. 2) Insurance It shall be the responsibility of the contractor to possess and maintain any and all required insurances required by Washington State and Pend Oreille County to provide proposed work. Public liability insurance insuring all operations of insured in the sum of not less than $2,000,000 general liability, property damage and automobile liability. Full workmen’s compensation and employer’s liability insurance is also required. 3) Protection of the Public Contractor shall take all necessary means to protect the public and adjoining properties from injury and damage through all phases of this project. Contractor will submit a written spill prevention plan, safety plan and designate a full time on site representative that is available for after hour emergencies during the execution of this project. All streets and walkways will be kept clear and available for public use during all phases of this project. Certified traffic control labor and devices must be used if there is a need to close a road. 4) Facilities It shall be the responsibility to provide a portable restroom for the labor force. It shall be the responsibility to maintain the usefulness of the facility. The immediate area of the project is not a secure site. Security of the contractor’s equipment is solely upon the contractor. The work area will remain in an orderly fashion with all hazards marked and awareness brought to said hazards during all phases of the work. Payment 1) Payment upon project completion 2) Payment schedule 3) Performance bond 4) Warranty 1) Payment upon project completion Per RCW 39.08.010/2017.5734.SL, in lieu of a bond, Pend Oreille Fire District #6 shall pay up to 50% of project proposal while the project is open. Upon completion of the identified scopes in the proposal, and any authorized work orders, Pend Oreille Fire District #6 shall pay up to 40% of remaining invoices. The final 10% of the project costs shall be processed for payment to the contractor 30 days after completion and acceptance by Pend Oreille Fire District #6, or until receipt of all necessary releases from Department of Revenue, Employment Security, and Department of Labor/Industry in regard to the project, whichever is later. ORIf the accepting contractor chooses, with Pend Oreille County Fire District #6, would prefer to use a performance bond for this project. This project will be paid in full upon completion of all phases of scope of this proposal and acceptance of all phases and acceptance of all necessary reports. Pend Oreille County Fire District #6 will pay up to 50% of received receipts for total of submitted proposal. The remaining payment for proposal and any approved work orders shall be paid

after acceptance of final proposed work completion. The performance bond will be released after schedule of time authorized by such. 2) Payment schedule Completed invoices, not exceed 50% of total proposed costs during an opened project. Invoices of such submitted by close of business, 1700 (5pm) November 6th, 2017. Invoices submitted will be processed on November 9th, 2017 for payment. Invoices received after November 6th, 2017 will be processed per stipulations of the Project Completion and stipulations agreed upon between all parties. 3) Performance bond As stipulated in Payment upon project completion; it shall be agreed upon by both parties for a performance bond or, 10% holding for stated time period in (1). 4) Warranty Contractor will provide a written warranty that guarantees the materials and labor used on this project for the period of one full calendar year from receipt of invoice. Manufacturer’s warranties will be accepted for materials, considering they meet the time period required. Pend Oreille County Fire District #6 thanks you for taking the time to review and quote this project. There will not be a scheduled walk through of the project area, but feel free to visit the site before submitting a quote. It is our goal to maximize the investment we make in our facilities therefore all materials and methods of application will be reviewed to ensure they are in the best interest of the District. Pend Oreille Fire District #6 reserves the right to reject any and all proposals after review of materials used or methods by which those materials will be used. Any missing items or omissions may cause a bid to be considered incomplete or irregular, and rejected on these grounds. The successful Contractor will need to provide Pend Oreille County Fire District #6 all necessary documents including a signed contract before work commences. /s/Vickie Miles Vickie Miles, Administrative Assistant Pend Oreille Fire District #6 Published in The Newport Miner October 4 and 11, 2017.(36-2) __________________________ 2017278 PUBLIC NOTICE S TAT I O N 6 2 S H O P P R O J E C TE L E C T R I C A L I N S TA L L AT I O N Pend Oreille County Fire District #6 is seeking proposals for Station 62 Shop Project Electrical Installation. The site location is 11 Lancelot Lane, Lot 4 Block 1Usk, WA 99180. This is the future location of a shop for Pend Oreille Fire District #6 to be a measurement of 30’x70’. The following project scope outlines electrical work to be completed, timelines, requirements, and payment. Pend Oreille County Fire District #6, in accordance with Washington State Fire Protection District Bid Law, will utilize the Pend Oreille Fire District Small Works/Vendor roster (RCW 52.14.110, RCW 39.04.280) and MRSC Roster. All labor costs involved with this project shall follow Prevailing Wage as stated by Washington State Labor and Industries for Public Works Projects in Pend Oreille County. The MRSC offers a free option for registration for inclusion. Please visit their website, www. mrscroster.org for further details. Please contact Vickie Miles at the following with questions regarding this project. Email granniev@outlook.com Cell 509-671-5035 Project Scope: 1) 400 Amp service 2) 4-End wall outlets 3) 10-side wall outlets 4) 3-single phase power boxes for Box heaters 240 single phase 5) Install 3 box heaters that will be provided 6) 2 rows of overhead outlets for 8’lights 4’ apart. Lights will be provided. 7) 2-power boxes for Ceiling fans. Fans will be provided. 8) 1-outlet for future garage door opener 9) 1-220 outlet for dryer 10) 1outlet light switch and light for future bathroom 11) Light switches to accommodate 2 side banks of lights. 12) 4 outside outlets (2) on each end of the building. To include weathertight covers. 13) Installation of a transfer switch for power. For future generator hook up. 14) 1- outlet for future clothes washer 15) 1 outlet for future garage door

light. 16) Installation of an exhaust fan south end of shop. Proposal Review/Evaluation Total cost of proposal shall be the primary evaluation of reviewed RFP’s received. It shall be the right of the Pend Oreille County Fire District #6 Administration to also consider performance of proposed RFP’s and may select a higher priced proposal if in its sole determination that the alternate is in the best interest for the District. Timeline 1)Request Proposal Submissions 2)Workday 3)Weather 4)Project completion date 1)Request Proposal Submissions In resolving that this project falls within the abilities of Pend Oreille County Fire District #6 to use the district’s Small Works/Vendor list and MRSC as needed. It shall be the intent of Pend Oreille Fire District #6 to deliver this project request to those on the list. Delivery of any proposals shall be no later than October 13th, 2017. All interested participants shall return Request For Proposals by Electric, Mail Service, or In Person, no later than close of business (1700 or 5pm) October 13th, 2017. Announcement of awarded RFP shall take place October 16th, 2017. -Electronic Submissions must have a Subject Line of: RFP POFD6 Electrical and submitted to firedist6@ surf1.ws -Mail service can be sent to: RFP POFD6 Electrical c/o POFD#6 7572 LeClerc Road South Newport, WA 99156 -Hand delivery can be performed at the same address as mail service listed above. Please call the contact phone number(s) provided to assure efficient personal delivery. 2)Workday Due to the proximity of private residence; work days will be limited to Monday thru Saturday 0700-1800 (7 am-6pm) 4)Project completion date It is the intent to have all necessary electrical and all related work to this structure completed by November 30, 2017 Requirements 1) Prevailing Wage 2) Insurance/Bond 3) Protection Of Public 4) Facilities 1) Prevailing Wage This is a Public Works Project; Pend Oreille County Fire District #6 will require all contractors to be currently registered with Washington State Labor and Industry. This project requires labor to be paid at prevailing wager for Pend Oreille County. All contractors will be required to submit an affidavit of wages paid upon completion of the project. 2) Insurance It shall be the responsibility of the contractor to possess and maintain any and all required insurances required by Washington State and Pend Oreille County to provide proposed work. Public liability insurance insuring all operations of insured in the sum of not less than $2,000,000 general liability, property damage and automobile liability. Full workmen’s compensation and employer’s liability insurance is also required. 3) Protection of the Public Contractor shall take all necessary means to protect the public and adjoining properties from injury and damage through all phases of this project. Contractor will submit a written spill prevention plan, safety plan and designate a full time on site representative that is available for after hour emergencies during the execution of this project. All streets and walkways will be kept clear and available for public use during all phases of this project. Certified traffic control labor and devices must be used if there is a need to close a road. 4) Facilities It shall be the responsibility to provide a portable restroom for the labor force. It shall be the responsibility to maintain the usefulness of the facility. The immediate area of the project is not a secure site. Security of the contractor’s equipment is solely upon the contractor. The work area will remain in an orderly fashion with all hazards marked and awareness brought to said hazards during all phases of the work. Payment 1) Payment upon project completion 2) Payment schedule 3) Performance bond 4) Warranty 1) Payment upon project completion Per RCW 39.08.010/2017.5734.SL, in lieu of a bond, Pend Oreille Fire District #6 shall pay up to 50% of

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project proposal while the project is open. Upon completion of the identified scopes in the proposal, and any authorized work orders, Pend Oreille Fire District #6 shall pay up to 40% of remaining invoices. The final 10% of the project costs shall be processed for payment to the contractor 30 days after completion and acceptance by Pend Oreille Fire District #6, or until receipt of all necessary releases from Department of Revenue, Employment Security, and Department of Labor/Industry in regard to the project, whichever is later. ORIf the accepting contractor chooses, with Pend Oreille County Fire District #6, would prefer to use a performance bond for this project. This project will be paid in full upon completion of all phases of scope of this proposal and acceptance of all phases and acceptance of all necessary reports. Pend Oreille County Fire District #6 will pay up to 50% of received receipts for total of submitted proposal. The remaining payment for proposal and any approved work orders shall be paid after acceptance of final proposed work completion. The performance bond will be released after schedule of time authorized by such. 2) Payment schedule Completed invoices, not exceed 50% of total proposed costs during an opened project. Invoices of such submitted by close of business, 1700 (5pm) November 3rd, 2017. Invoices, of up to 50% of bid, submitted will be processed on November 6th, 2017 for payment. Invoices received after November 3rd, 2017 will be processed per stipulations of the Project Completion and stipulations agreed upon between all parties. 3) Performance bond As stipulated in Payment upon project completion; it shall be agreed upon by both parties for a performance bond or, 10% holding for stated time period in (1). 4) Warranty Contractor will provide a written warranty that guarantees the materials and labor used on this project for the period of one full calendar year from receipt of invoice. Manufacturer’s warranties will be accepted for materials, considering they meet the time period required. Pend Oreille County Fire District #6 thanks you for taking the time to review and quote this project. There will not be a scheduled walk through of the project area, but feel free to visit the site before submitting a quote. It is our goal to maximize the investment we make in our facilities therefore all materials and methods of application will be reviewed to ensure they are in the best interest of the District. Pend Oreille Fire District #6 reserves the right to reject any and all proposals after review of materials used or methods by which those materials will be used. Any missing items or omissions may cause a bid to be considered incomplete or irregular, and rejected on these grounds. The successful Contractor will need to provide Pend Oreille County Fire District #6 all necessary documents including a signed contract before work commences. /s/Vickie Miles Vickie Miles, Administrative Assistant Pend Oreille Fire District #6 Published in The Newport Miner October 4 and 11, 2017.(36-2) __________________________ 2017279 PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ROAD NAME CHANGE Notice is hereby given that the Pend Oreille Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing in their Meeting Room, 625 W. 4th St, Newport, at 2:30 pm, October 24th, 2017 on the matter of the renaming of a public road, “A St.” to Rudy Rd . This road intersects Northshore Diamond Lake Rd 5.06 miles from its start; and intersects Woodland Dr .16 miles from its start. If you require any reasonable accommodation to participate in the meeting, contact the Clerk of the Board at 509-4474119, at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. Published in The Newport Miner October 4, 2017.(36) ___________________________