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Court rules counties have to manage water Ruling jeopardizes new development

By Don Gronning Of The Miner

NEWPORT – A decision in the Washington State Supreme Court case that county officials have been dreading has been made and it didn’t go the counties’ way.

The court ruled in Whatcom County vs. Hirst, Futurewise, et al, that Whatcom County failed to comply with the Growth Management Act’s requirement to protect water resources.

The meaning in Whatcom County is clear, the county will have to make sure there is enough legal water available before issuing building permits.

At issue are exempt wells, wells that typically supply a household and aren’t allowed to draw more than 5,000 gallons of water a day. Exempt wells don’t require a water right permit from the state Department of Ecology.

While it is clear what Whatcom County must do, the ruling’s effect on Pend Oreille County is less clear, says county commissioner Steve Kiss.

“Some think it’s a GMA case that only applies to Whatcom County,” Kiss says. He says Pend Oreille County will continue to accept building permit applications.

The area of most concern locally is the Little Spokane River watershed in the south part of Pend Oreille County. The watershed also reaches Spokane and Stevens County.

For years the counties have known that the instream flows in that watershed have been low much of the year. They have been issuing building permits, depending on the state Department of Ecology to tell them if water was not legally available.

The Hirst case changed that, requiring counties to determine if there is adequate legal water to issue a building permit.

It has led to a chaotic planning office in Spokane, where applicants rush to get their building permit in

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End of an era The Marshall family from Bonners Ferry poses for a photo with conductor Kevin Kinsella during the North Pend Oreille Valley Lions Club train ride on Saturday morning, Oct. 22 Called the Great Pumpkin Ride, children and adults are encouraged to come in costume for the ride. Last weekend was the final Lions Club train ride in the north part of the county. The ride came to an end after 30 years because of upgrades to the track required by federal regulation.

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Winslow says collecting new data ‘is doable’

Pend Oreille County Commissioner, District 3 Steve Kiss Party: Prefers Republican Residence: Ione Occupation: Pend Oreille County Commissioner What current issue would you like to see the commission handle differently than it currently is?

Kiss said the Supreme Court recently ruled on a case regarding legal water versus physical water availability. He said it could be very impactful to Pend Oreille County, as the county has started the process for a water bank with Stevens and Spokane counties. With this decision, that water bank process could be in jeopardy, he said.

“We’re going to have to really think outside the box, so people can build on their property,” he said.

Water restrictions take away property Kiss values and use of personal property, Kiss said. While the case is still being analyzed, it could put exempt wells and existing wells in jeopardy.

“It puts the burden on the counties to say ‘is there connectivity,’ does the water on this hill side affecting this stream over here,” he said. The county would be on the hook for geologizes and water engineers.

Tri-County Health District has cut back on all

R.J. Hampton Party: Prefers Republican Age: 48 Residence: Usk Occupation: works in finance department Kalispel Tribe

By Jennifer Swindell

Editor’s note: Hampton was interviewed after the Oct. 17 candidate forum, as he was unavailable before that.

Idaho Education News

BOISE – Superintendents are more concerned about the workload associated with new state data collection requirements than they are about publicly sharing the data itself.

Rob Winslow, the executive director of the Idaho Association of School Administrators, met with his board members on a Tuesday morning conference call and discussed new reporting requirements related to teacher evaluations.

“It’s doable,” Winslow said. “They’d like an explanation about the collection process.”

The State Board of Education last week voted to require school and district leaders to collect and report the following data points, effective immediately: • A teacher’s annual evaluation rating (data that is already collected).

• The number of components on an evaluation

What current issue would you like to see the commission handle differently than it currently is?

Hampton says the county commissioners should boost Pend Oreille County economic development through the county’s Economic Development Council and rely less on the Tri County Economic Development Hampton District. TEDD, headquartered in Colville, seems to take care of Stevens County more than Pend Oreille County, he says. Hampton says county commissioners should be talking with other border counties to see what they are doing to keep businesses.

He favors seeking tax incentives through communication with state and federal elected representatives.

Tri-County Health District has cut back on

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B r i e f ly Free food distribution Oct. 20 NEWPORT – There will be a free food distribution Thursday, Oct. 20 from 10 a.m. to noon at American Lutheran Church, 332801 Highway 2 in Newport.

Sponsored by the American Lutheran Church and Pend Oreille County Thrivent members, the event provides free produce and nutritious perishable products from 2nd Harvest Foods.

The distribution is open to all members of the public and no appointment or documentation is needed.

The event will be held outside in rain or shine, so

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All welcome at Harvest Party this Saturday NEWPORT – There will be a Harvest Party at the Newport Public Library Saturday, Oct. 29.

The public is invited to attend, and are encouraged to wear costumes.

Story time begins at 11:30 a.m. followed by a party at noon that includes a cakewalk, mask making, snacks, edible crafts and more.

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The Newport Library is located at 134 S. Washington Ave.

Trick-or-treat in Newport NEWPORT – Kids from all over the Pend Oreille Valley are invited to trick-or-treat in downtown Newport Monday, Oct. 31, 3-5 p.m.

The city of Newport will be serving hotdogs at City Hall provided by the Newport/Priest River Rotary Club and Newport Rodeo Association.

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Name: Jessica (Taylor) Reeves Age: 48 Residence: Chewelah Reeves works as a Stevens County Deputy Prosecutor. She serves as a part time Superior Court Commissioner and part time District Court Commissioner and Judge pro tem.

Legal/Judicial Experience: Deputy Prosecutor (2014 present). Superior Court Commissioner (2011 - 2014, PT).

District Court Commissioner and Judge Pro tem (2012 - 2014, PT). Attorney, Self-employed (2005 - 2011) – family, child abuse/neglect, guardianship, probate, personal injury, business, juvenile offender, mediation, G.A.L., and Family Court Facilitator.

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What criteria should voters consider in electing judges?

Williams says trial and motion hearing experiences is important.

“Basically that is what a judge is doing, they preside in the courtroom over trials and motions that are being argued in the court.”

Judges need to have integrity, be dependable and consistent, have judicial temperament, be courteous and have good analytical skills.

He says they should also have some connection to the community.

What are your thoughts on alternative sentencing?

Williams says he would consider alternative sentencing on a case-by-case basis. He says a Sex Offender Sentencing Alternative is something that can be done in prison.

“I think that is where they need to answer,” he says. “They need to be held accountable.”

He says there is a place for electronic home monitoring, but is cautious. “It’s a little bit like having your cake and eating it too,” he says.

“I think society probably says, ‘Gee, incarceration is a great deterrent.’”

What is your experience in dealing with juveniles?

Williams says he has experience dealing with juveniles, working on At Risk Youth and Child in Need of Services cases. “The whole thing is designed to keep families united and resolve the issues that break them up,” he says.

“I’ve also represented children as a Guardian Ad Litem,” he says.

“There you’re representing children and their best interests and making representations to the court as to what you think ought to happen.”

What is your experience in dealing with domestic violence cases?

Williams says most of his domestic violence experience has been on the civil side, representing both alleged victims and alleged perpetrators, mostly in protection order cases as well as in family law cases.

“You kind of see it from both sides,” he says, “the person who’s being accused and the person doing the accusing. That’s my experience.”

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What criteria should voters consider in electing judges?

Taylor said voters should consider more than just qualifications, adding that all it takes to be qualified to run for Superior Court is to be a licensed Washington State attorney with good standing at the Bar (Washington State Bar Association). “It becomes a question of preparedness, education, and experience, especially in criminal law, because that’s what judges do,” said Taylor.

What are your thoughts on alternative sentencing?

“The purpose of a criminal court is to punish criminal behavior and deter future criminal behavior,” said Taylor. She pointed to available alternative sentencing, such as SOSA and DOSA by statute, deferred sentencing, community service, work crew, fines, and those alternatives to jail. “You have to have a case and a defendant that fits the statutory criteria, and determine if it’s appropriate under the law,” said Taylor.

She added that electronic home monitoring is something she deals with a lot as a deputy prosecutor and it’s expensive for most defendants.

“In reality, they can’t afford to pay the daily fee. There are mandatory minimums for offenses like DUI where you could implement that (mandatory home monitoring), where I think it is more applicable,” she said.

What is your experience in dealing with juveniles?

Taylor was a Neighborhood Accountability Board volunteer, giving her experience in working with juveniles. With the help of their parents or guardians, she would meet with them and come up with a solution in an effort to teach the juvenile a lesson and hopefully deter them from entering the criminal justice system as a defendant. “I have been appointed a guardian ad litem in dependencies, so I’ve worked with juveniles who had to be taken from the home and represented their best interests in court, and also in family law, dealing with custody matters,” Taylor explained. “I’ve been appointed by the court as a juvenile defense attorney and as Superior Court commissioner I have heard At Risk Youth petitions and Children in Need of Services petitions.”

What is your experience in dealing with domestic violence cases?

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Data: State superintendent debated against new requirement From Page 1A

scored as “unsatisfactory.”

• A yes-no response to the question of whether a majority of a teacher’s students met their achievement targets.

• A list of the tool (or tools) used to measure student achievement or success.

• A yes-no response as to whether the teacher has an

individualized professional learning plan.

“These are things they can produce,” Winslow said. “All that information is already part of an evaluation, so it might not be that huge of an issue.”

State Superintendent Sherri Ybarra debated against the new collection requirement during last week’s State Board meeting. She cast the lone dissenting

vote, but the rule passed, 7-1.

Ybarra said the data collection would be a burden on local districts, and she said she doesn’t see value in the data.

But Marilyn Whitney, Gov. Butch Otter’s education liaison, said the data is valuable because it is directly tied to the career ladder, Idaho’s $250 million plan to increase teacher salaries. State Board members said

lawmakers are asking for more data to track teachers’ movement up and down the career ladder.

Administrators are more concerned with the logistics of the data collection.

“What I’m hearing is ‘what kind of time does it take?’ since it’s another step,” Winslow said.

“But I don’t see this as problematic.”

ment should be headed in POC? “We need to fund the EDC more,” Hampton says. He stresses communication with other similarly situated communities, communities that are located next to a low tax state, such as Idaho.

Maintaining a rural way of life and having enough jobs is a challenge. He says small businesses won’t be able to provide a solid economy and family wage jobs that a large employer can.

“You have to have one to provide for the other,” Hampton says.

The county is going the right direction with trying to land HiTest Sand Inc., a potentially large employer.

er in POC. Do you support the venture? Why or why not?

Hampton says without an environmental impact statement, everything county officials have heard about the project is all guesswork. He says when he heard about the smelter, he started researching and found a similar sized smelter in Iceland.

In that case, the environmental impact has been negligible, he says. If the project is similar to the Iceland project, Hampton says it could be fantastic for the county.

Hampton says he would support an Ambulance District.

He says the county and voters would have to find the money to fund the district. He says the Kalispel Tribe has resources that might be available to help.

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all things family planning.

Are you concerned about the future of Tri-County Health, what do you think the county should do about it? Do you support the tricounty agency?

Hampton says he’s very concerned about Tri County Health District, especially since Pend Oreille County has one of the older populations in the state.

He acknowledges that he isn’t well versed in all the intricacies, but says he thinks expanding grant seeking is needed.

The EDC operates as a county entity. How involved should the commissions be in setting the EDC’s overall agenda? What direction do you think economic develop-

Hi Test Sand is looking at building a $3 million smelt-

POC leaders are discussing the formation of an ambulance district. Would you support that idea and do you believe a tax should be levied to secure ambulance services?

The commissioners are waiting for language to approve an outright ban on retail marijuana sales in Pend Oreille County. Ione is the only city/town that hasn’t approved a moratorium. Do you think marijuana shops should be allowed in POC? Why or why not?

Hampton says each community should be able to decide through a direct vote whether to permit marijuana sales.

Let the voters decide, he says.

“My opinion doesn’t matter,” he said.

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Domestic violence vigil Lea Porter and Sarah Kramer of Crime Victims Services light candles for a domestic violence vigil at the Gazebo in Centennial Plaza, downtown Newport Friday. A small group gathered to show support for victims of domestic violence and to watch a video.

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Ferry/Pend Oreille/Stevens Superior Court, Position 1 Name: Patrick Monasmith Age: 57 Residence: Chewelah Legal/Judicial Experience: In addition to serving as Court Commissioner for Stevens County, Monasmith has worked in private practice. Monasmith received his undergraduate degree from the University of Idaho and his J.D. from the University of Idaho College of Law. He is currently a Monasmith judge on the Ferry/Pend Oreille/Stevens Superior Court in Washington. He was appointed by former Washington State Governor Chris Gregoire in October 2011.

What criteria should voters consider in electing judges?

Monasmith said experience and a demonstrated record of competence are qualities to consider when electing judges. “I think that’s what I was hired to do, to work with local officials and create the best justice system that we can,” he said.

What are your thoughts on alternative sentencing?

There are several different types of alternative sentencing, according to Monasmith. “Certainly a lot of talk has been centered on therapeutic courts… in Ferry County for example I persuaded a fellow judge to give alternative sentencing pertaining to drugs a try in our smallest county, probably with the fewest filings, but they had a very unique idea on how to handle it locally.

It did require the county commissioners to adopt a tax to fund it, and I think sometimes people don’t realize that funding can be a precursor to being able to offer alternative sentencing. The other thing too that my fellow judge had reservations about is this idea that particularly in smaller communities, if a person has become involved in the drug culture and is in trouble, having treatment in the same community and being around the same people, it’s not the same as in say Spokane, where there are more jobs and treatment facilities that are more comprehensively available as opposed to a smaller, rural county.

“However, I support the efforts and we’ll see how it works.”

What is your experience in dealing with juveniles?

Monasmith said he has represented many juveniles over the years as an attorney; he practiced law for 27 years before being appointed to the bench. When he was a Superior Court commissioner in Stevens County from 2007 to 2010 his specific assignment was juveniles, both offenders and non-offenders and family law.

“The emphasis at the juvenile level is to try and get a hold of whatever the problem is and get it resolved before they reach adulthood and the consequences are more severe and there is far less emphasis on rehabilitation,” said Monasmith. “You’re certainly doing everything you can to get kids the help they need so the cycle can be broken.”

What is your experience in dealing with domestic violence cases?

“The family law commissioner handles all protection order cases,” said Monasmith. “That was part of my docket every week. The law is pretty clear; it’s the Domestic Violence Prevention Act that says if there is a legitimate threat of violence or legitimate fear of violence that can be sufficient for an order.”

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Name: Crystal Olivia Irwin Residence: Colville Workplace: President at Irwin Law Firm, Inc. Legal/Judicial Experience: Irwin received her law degree from University of Washington, graduating in 2007, and has worked at Integrity Law Group, PLLC, Seattle League of Women Voters, and Gotham City Communications in Seattle.

Her legal focus has been on municipal/ Irwin governmental law and legislation, as well as family law and criminal defense.

Information gathered from candidate’s Facebook and LinkedIn profile.

Irwin was not available for an interview with The Miner before deadline.

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Newspapers are here to stay The Internet is not the latest, “greatest” thing to come along and threaten to upend the newspaper industry.

In 1927, Charles Lindbergh’s historic flight across the Atlantic Ocean was covered by Fox Movietone News. It sparked rumors and fears of the end of the newspaper industry.

The advent of radio news and later, television broadcasts, led to the more rumors that newspapers were done as an industry.

But ink and pulp have persevered.

Not every newspaper from 100 years ago is still around, but many of the ones that are left are stalwarts of what good journalism should be. Journalism should be about researching deeply, presenting information accurately, and holding our elected officials accountable. It should not focus on getting views or clicks or traffic to a website.

The Internet is an awesome and powerful tool but online journalism is not working as a business model. And newspapers present more than simple rumor and arguments, as have become commonplace on the Internet.

A recent study of 51 major newspapers showed their average online readership to be about a third of their print readership.

Though circulation of print newspapers may be dropping, print still reaches more than twice as many readers as its digital counterpart.

For more than a year, and after decades of growth, that number has remained steady, causing the industry experts to wonder if their digital audience has peaked.

Print revenues still account for 82 percent of total newspaper revenue. Online readers flock to aggregator or non-newspaper sites instead of spending time with giants such as the Wall Street Journal or the New York Times. But 66 percent of online users prefer the print version of their newspaper. From a business standpoint, it was a mistake for newspapers to run headlong towards the web — a mistake that cost the industry millions of dollars and worse, inferior journalism. The tangible, accountable journalism that readers expect from their news sources still comes from print. This paper has been a fixture in Pend Oreille County for more than a century. And we plan to stick around for another century. r e a d e r ’ s poll Visit The Miner Online to answer our readers’ poll question through Monday afternoon. Find it on the right-hand side of the page at www.PendOreilleRiverValley.com. The results will be printed next week on this page. You need not be a subscriber to participate. If you have any ideas for future readers’ poll questions, submit them at minernews@povn. com.

The presidential race is coming down to the wire, with just two weeks left to Election Day. Who do you think will win the election?

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r e a d e r ’ s poll r e s u lt s Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump has been telling people that the presidential election is rigged against him.

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yo u r opinion McAlister, Clinton cut from same cloth To the editor, Idahoans, your protections in the precious Bill of Rights are safeguarded by incumbent Rep. Heather Scott, R-Blanchard. Reject the modern day Democratic Party championed by Crooked Hillary Clinton and Kate McAlister – sisters in Democratic Party societal degradation in my opinion, and vote for incumbent District 1A State Representative Heather Scott for wholesome, conservative leadership in North Idaho.

Rep. Heather Scott, reiterating, will protect the Bill of Rights for her constituents, something that Democrat Kate McAlister will not do. McAlister I remind you is a Crooked Hillary clone who will fight against your gun rights, push for open borders and unlimited abortion, and incredibly higher taxes for public school progressive indoctrination of our children.

If she says otherwise I do not believe her, because she is a Democrat, and that’s what they do. You know – just like a rattlesnake bites you on the heel; why did you do that you ask her as you are dying from the venom?

And Kate the Rattler replies: Because my dearest Polish Prince I am a rattlesnake – a Democratic Party rattlesnake, and that’s what we do.

Vote for Rep. Heather Scott in pristine North Idaho my trusted friends and colleagues. With Bonner County Sheriff Daryl Wheeler, a constitutional sheriff and an outstanding lawman keeping Bonner County a nice place to live and recreate, working together with Heather Scott at the state level, we have it made folks. We just have to keep the destructive Democrats and RINOS (Republicans In Name Only) at bay.

-Ron Adamik Spirit Lake

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To the editor, My wife wanted to tell our Congresswoman that we did not want the Veterans Administration privatized. The only things broken about the VA are the delays in scheduling appointments, as well as the never ending cuts to the VA budget that she supported.

The fact that when my

wife, a second woman, and a veteran who just wanted to share his letter with our Congresswoman, went in to the event room, they were asked to stay did not make our ill-treatment any less confusing.

Writing letters to the editor is not my thing, but when I was told that our Congresswoman had refuted what my fellow veteran had to say, I decided to stand with him and his statements.

She actually has voted to cut the VA budget on many occasions. She also repeated her misstatement that she has repeatedly voted in spite of the fact that there were less veterans because more of us were dying every day.

I think someone needs to tell her that old ‘Nam veterans do die every day, but when a returning veteran commits suicide every 22 minutes it also reduces our numbers.

Most of our issues with the VA would disappear if she and others who vote against the best interest of veterans would simply target resources toward updating the VA’s ability to make use of electronic data. Her stating that it will take seven years to get ‘all those documents converted to computers’ just excuses the fact that she is a complainer, but never a problem solver. We sent a man to the moon nearly 50 years ago, but cannot fix the VA? So, yes I am disappointed about her Newport visit. It appears that her advertised Meet and Greet failed to mention that it was only available to specific Pend Oreille County constituents.

Sad. -John Cain Newport

Eugene best choice for county commissioner To the editor, Monday night’s Candidates Forum was terrific.

The joint sponsors of the event provided a great service to the people of Pend Oreille County.

Those attending were not disappointed by the candidates who came to politely present their views side by side with their opponents.

While we had already decided on the person who would receive our vote for County Commissioner, Bob Eugene’s performance solidified our belief that he is the experienced problem solver we need in Pend Oreille County. People

who observed Bob silently volunteering hours of his time working with Pend Oreille County’s Planning Department on how staff could enhance customer satisfaction by saving time and money in an abbreviated planning process or his work with other local, state and federal governments toward amicable solutions to the tough problems we collectively face.

His lifelong problem solving experience was also highlighted in his approach to creating jobs. He defined building a diversified economic foundation upon which we build quality wellpaying jobs. He will not waste time whining about how our county is treated by other governing bodies, but rather set to work forming public/ private partnerships that maintain existing local businesses, while recruiting both larger and smaller communitybased business. Bob outlined his vision for revitalization of all of our rural downtowns to incentivize both small and large businesses to make Pend Oreille their home.

Again, thank you to all the sponsors of the candidate forum and those candidates who willingly came to outline their platforms. We now openly declare Bob Eugene our candidate for Pend Oreille County Commissioner and hope others do also.

-Gayle Cain Newport

Tuberculosis world’s leading killer To the editor: What many think of as a disease from the days of “La Boheme” – tuberculosis – is today the world’s leading infectious killer. According to new data from the World Health Organization, the age-old scourge is even worse than we knew – with more people falling sick, more people dying, and more cases of dangerous drug-resistant strains than we previously thought. How is this possible when TB is both preventable and curable?

TB will only end when the world summons the energy and commitment to end it. But the White House has tried to cut TB funding for the last five years. We have to demand that our next president and Congress reverse course, making the end of TB a priority in our policies and in

our investments. This is a problem we can solve, and it’s time to take action before the TB epidemic becomes even worse and more widespread.

-Nena Cook Newport

Clinton best choice for President To the editor, Repeating lies and misstating facts does not magically turn them into truths. To find truth, one must look beyond the rhetoric and buzzwords, and seek the truth from reliable sources.

I knew that should she win the Democratic nomination, Hillary Clinton would be bringing with her a history of controversy, chiefly based on unproven allegations, accusations and innuendo. But I am a lifelong Democrat, and I vowed to support the candidate of my party.

So I did my homework – I searched and researched looking for the truth and this is what I found: Hillary Clinton has been voted the Most Admired Woman in the World 20 times, and her family’s foundation is highly respected for their international humanitarian works, and that’s why she deserves my vote. Hillary Clinton is the most educated, experienced and knowledgeable candidate of my lifetime, and that’s why she has earned my vote. Hillary Clinton is a strong woman, a caring and compassionate woman, who has devoted herself to public service for the past 40 years, and that’s why she is getting my vote.

There is simply no comparison between her and the other major party candidate. He represents all that is wrong with this world – bigotry, hatred, misogyny, mendacity and greed.

And no matter how you sugarcoat his words and actions, he is clearly unfit for the office of President of our Great Nation.

-Gail Cory-Betz Newport

County needs Skoog To the editor, I urge the re-election of Karen Skoog as our County Commissioner. I do this for two reasons.

First: Democrat Bob Eugene stated that the transfer of lands managed by the Forest Service into local manSee Letters, 5A

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agement is an “unfunded mandate,” and flawed. So the idea that the citizens of a state should be able to manage lands within its sovereign border is a flawed idea? It was not a flawed idea to the Founders of our Republic, that is for sure. I recently spoke with a former Chief of the Forest Service. He said, “Dave, do you know what is wrong with Forest Service management?

There is no Forest Service management.” The Forest Service in this and other western states is managed

by Federal Circuit Court judges in San Francisco.

What could possibly go wrong?

On the Hi Test Sand facility Eugene said: “I’m excited about it, but I also would like to know a little bit more about the environmental impacts.”

There should be no but!

His statement is typical Democrat-Liberal mantra. The correct answer should have been, “As Commissioner I will do everything I can to facilitate these long-term high paying jobs in the county.”

Second: Karen Skoog believes, rightly so, that the most important issue facing our county is water rights and domestic water use. She has warned us that there was a threat of a bad court decision. And now the State Supreme Court has shown her to be right. Karen has worked tirelessly to address the problem. We need her knowledge and expertise to continue that work.

Karen supports the Hi Test Sand facility and the jobs it will bring. She supports the efforts of Commissioner Mike Manus and our State Representative Shelly Short to make that happen. There is no “but.”

-David Fredley Newport

Skoog knowledgeable, tenacious To the editor, I am pleased to recommend Commissioner Karen Skoog for re-election.

We have worked together on the Washington State Association of Counties Legislative Steering Committee. Commissioner Skoog is very astute in her observations of legislation and its effects on her county.

She also works well with other counties with common interests. Most recently, Commissioner Skoog was instrumental in working on the timber harvest issue with the federal government. She also is very knowledgeable about the county’s interest in Washington state national resource lands.

I strongly encourage you to mark your ballot in favor of Commissioner Skoog’s re-election. Her experience, tenacity and communication style are what every county commissioner needs to be effective.

-Edna J. Fund Lewis County Commissioner Centralia, Wash.

McAlister best choice for District 1 To the editor, There is nothing wrong with District 1 that what’s right with District 1 can’t make so much better. And that is why we support Kate McAlister for District 1 State Representative.

Kate is doing an exceptional job as President of the Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce to nourish the business community through the chamber’s many activities.

An active volunteer in our area, she brings a reasoned and compassionate common sense to every project. As vice chairwoman of the Forrest Bird Charter School board of directors, Kate is an obvious champion of quality education in our area. As a vital member of Angels Over Sandpoint, Kate has helped the Angels raise over $1 million to assist community members with their own budgetary challenges. Kate cares deeply for all of our District 1 citizens and will serve us well!

-Paul and Sue Graves Sandpoint

Scott votes conscious To the editor, Vote to re-elect Representative Heather Scott.

She is the one who will protect our freedoms and work for us in the House.

Almost daily I see letters against Heather which claim or accuse, but give no facts or reason. Please use your common sense and your brain. Don’t let rhetoric or sound bites make your choices. Investigate for yourself.

Representative Scott’s opponents claim she “always votes against our kids” by voting against education budgets. When you see something like this, ask, “why would she do this?” The education budgets that are presented contain significant waste and overspending. Representative Scott wants to make a point by registering her vote against them. Does her vote turn the tide and cause the budget to fail? No, there are plenty of politicians in Boise that say they are for limited government and fiscal responsibility and yet don’t vote that way.

She is one of a minority in Boise who want to see the taxes of Idahoans used wisely. She is working for us.

Why did Representative Scott go out to Priest River to support the veteran who was threatened with having his firearms taken away? Isn’t that what our representatives are supposed to do, help their constituents out when facing challenges?

She went to help protect his rights.

Heather Scott wants North Idahoans to keep our hard earned freedoms.

Visit voteheatherscott. com/truth to see the truth behind some of the negative “sound bites” and mistruths you hear.

And please vote to re-elect Representative Heather Scott.

-Lisa Keseloff Sandpoint

Washington needs grandparent visitation law To the editor, My husband and I have always been involved in both our precious grandchildren’s lives.

We want to see and hold them again before we die.

Our grandson is 13 years old. He has violent seizures. His mother will not tell us how he is doing. We are so worried about him. We love him so very much.

Our granddaughter is 9 years old. We miss her

little smile and big hugs.

She is a beautiful sweet child. We love her dearly.

Our grandchildren love and miss us. They must wonder why we don’t see them anymore. They spent most days of every week, and over night stays on the weekends at our house. We are very close to them.

The time is well overdue for Washington to restore the grandparent and grandchild visitation law.

Grandparents like us have earned the right to petition our courts for visitation. It is time to stop the unwarranted alienation.

We want our voices to be heard and counted.

Please write to our representatives and senators explaining your family’s situation.

Washington state is the only state in the entire union that is failing to have this law in effect.

Please call 509-3780027 for information on signing LI-877, Children Need Grandparents.

-Dottie Lassiter West Richland

Extend Medicare for all To the editor, In 2009 all Republican and two Democratic senators killed ObamaCare’s proposed “public option” that likely would have led to national single-payer health care. Now Hillary Clinton has suggested reintroducing this Medicare-for-all option.

Thus hopes are raised of reducing health care costs, impossible until health insurance companies lose control, while also increasing ObamaCare’s improvements in coverage.

Canadian single-payer universal health care costs only 60 percent of the US system, with better results (life expectancy, infant mortality, etc.).

Despite misleading ads by US insurance companies, the Canadian system is also very popular. The evidence? When May 2011 elections gave Conservative Prime Minister Stephen Harper a conservative Parliamentary majority, guaranteeing passage of any conservative legislation, he immediately assured Canadians of no change in their single-payer system.

Moreover, the late Tommy Douglas, who introduced the Canadian single-payer system in the 1960s, was accordingly voted all-time greatest Canadian in a 2004 Canadian Broadcasting Corporation survey.

University of Toronto researchers said the US could save $27.6 billion yearly by adopting Canada’s single-payer system (National Journal, 8/4/11). And a 2008 survey showed US doctors supported a single-payer system by almost 2-to-1: 59 to 32 percent (Reuters, 3/31/08).

So let’s extend the popular Medicare to everyone.

-Norm Luther Spokane

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ber of convicted felons and deceased persons as the Democratic state ma-

chine needs to cast the deciding vote, ala Christine (vote early and vote often) Gregoire. With the results decided beforehand the

Republicans are unable to mount a legitimate opposition.

Donald Trump is a female-groping boor. The

man’s a train wreck but as I tell anyone who will listen, “He’s our train wreck.” Killery “Liar, Liar, Pants on fire” Clinton is a lowlife thief who lacks the character to give an honest answer if she were asked what day it was.

But let’s face it, “What difference at this point does it possibly make?” Not to mention that the Donald could take some serious groping lessons from Bill “The Rapist” Clinton. But I’m not going to mention that. ‘Sides, Killery knows Bill’s victims deserved it.

Trump needs to have his hair ruffled and Killery needs to be imprisoned. But, this race is not about the best-qualified candidate. To paraphrase Slick Willy’s 1992 campaign slogan, “It’s the Supreme Court, stupid!”

Whether you love the Donald or hate him, a vote for Killery will turn the Supreme Court into a doomsday machine with at least five activist judges.

The Constitution will become whatever they say it is, minus the first two amendments, which Killery hates worse than one of her husband’s many peccadilloes. And your children and grandchildren will have to live in the mess we’ve made. Vote for Trump. As many times as it takes. Seriously.

-Larry Montgomery Newport

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To the editor, The catchphrase of the mainstream media has become Trump “failed to pay taxes.” Yet, none other than Hillary Clinton used the same tax “scheme” on her taxes in 2015, utilizing a $700,000 “loss” to avoid paying some taxes.

Mr. Trump didn’t do anything wrong. He just saved what he could of his money he made. This federal tax break is among the wealthy’s most used tax avoidance loophole.

Like many ‘wealthy’ individuals, Clinton also took advantage of a legal scheme, using historical losses to avoid paying current taxes.

This tax return attack on Mr. Trump is an epic fail.

-Michael J.D.R. Wilson Ione

Wheeler best for Sheriff To the editor, Please join me in supporting the reelection of Sheriff Daryl Wheeler.

Sheriff Wheeler has surrounded himself with a knowledgeable and able support staff that consistently does the best job for the citizens of this county. He is a true law enforcement professional who has gained the trust and respect of his subordinates, his fellow citizens and the law enforcement community as a whole.

We cannot be fooled by the negative campaign of distortions promulgated by an inexperienced write-in candidate who has never held a supervisory position. In his career as a state traffic officer he gained his rank solely through longevity based on the Idaho Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST) promotional criteria. POST requirements for the rating boasted include “Have completed a minimum of fifteen (15) years of full time law enforcement

service in assignments which did not include full time supervisory, management or executive positions.” Is this leadership material?

-Louis Perry Sandpoint

Eugene will listen to all To the editor, At election time there are generally issues with controversial points.

Though one may try to examine both sides, sometimes more information is necessary to make a satisfactory conclusion and decision. Bob Eugene, Democrat, will give a well investigated answer on the local issues and is certainly willing to discuss their pros and cons or any concerns one might have.

Local issues are extremely important to the welfare of our community, but are sometimes set aside due to the greater emphasis on the national elections.

If one still feels the need of more input, Bob Eugene has the background and knowledge about our county issues and has made himself available for several meetings in which he has answered concerns, and is also willing to talk with individuals at their convenience. The meetings are open to all of our citizens, and most importantly, the doors absolutely will not be closed to members of a different political party.

-June Peterson Newport

Election about globalists versus nationalists To the editor, The election is upon us. A lot of folks say this election is about Clinton versus Trump, or the Democrats versus the Republicans. I don’t think it is. I believe it is the globalists versus the nationalists. Both major parties are divided between globalists and nationalists currently. In the Democratic primary the nationalist wing was represented by Sen. Bernie Sanders. In the Republican Party the nationalist wing was represented by Mr. Trump. Now in the election Mr. Trump is the champion of the nationalists and Sec. Clinton the globalists.

Basically the globalists put the interests of the world above those of the United States. They believe in the free passage of people from one country to another for work or other reasons. They also think that international law should reign over national law.

There is an obvious short-term financial benefit for the rich and multinational corporations with globalism. Of course, long-term, they run out of customers that can afford to buy their products. In a way globalism is a lot like fascism.

Nationalists, or loyal Americans, as I like to call them, believe differently.

They believe in fair trade.

For instance, if something is imported from China, it should be made under the same environmental standards that would be required in the U.S. They also believe that it is their country; the rule of U.S. law should apply and that it should apply evenly to all.

If you have been paying attention, you may

have noticed that the globalists are supported mostly by the very rich, government employees, multinational businesses, the media and big unions.

They have a lot of money.

All we Americans have is votes. I urge you to vote as an American and vote for Mr. Trump and other nationalists.

-Joe Polowski Deer Park

Support Eugene for county commissioner To the editor, Bob Eugene is a man of vast experience. He recently retired from Underwriters Laboratories after 16 years of service.

He served 22 years in the City of Spokane Building Department. His professional career has been dedicated to public safety and being informed and educated on the issues before he acts.

He is a man who believes strongly in the collaborative model to find solutions to issues that affect us here in Pend Oreille County. He also understands that to best use our land in our county we need a solution that involves all the different groups including those at the federal, state, and county levels.

This man goes to more meetings on his own time than anyone I have ever known. He makes it a point to know all the facts and opinions from all groups involved before he makes his decisions on how to solve the issue or problem. We need a man dedicated to the best interests of our county working for all of us.

-Larry Sauer Newport

McMorris Rodgers Newport event limited To the editor, My husband and I really enjoyed Monday night’s Candidate Forum, but we were disappointed that Joe Pakootas and Cathy McMorris Rodgers were not on the list of candidates. We were told that when one candidate declined to come, it eliminates her opponent from the forum. We would not have thought about it again, but when we got home I saw a message on CMR’s Facebook page for a Meet & Greet in Newport the following day.

We decided to attend. My husband, a retired Army Vet, wanted to ask her some questions about her voting record on Veterans Issues. I wanted to ask her how she stands on getting big money out of politics and overturning Citizens United.

When I checked her web page on Tuesday morning I noticed that our Congresswoman’s staff had posted a picture of her at the Victory Center in Spokane with a group of enthusiastic staff and volunteers. The post indicated the event had taken place on Monday evening.

When we arrived at the location of the Meet and Greet on Tuesday we were told that we could not attend the event because it was not a Meet and Greet, it was an invitation only event. My husband and two others walked into the event – without an invite – and our Congresswoman welcomed them and asked them to sit down. There were less See Letters, 7A

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Learning from grandma On Friday, Oct. 14, folks gathered at the Hospitality House to create more quilts to pass out to local veterans. If you know of a local veteran who might like one, stop in at the Hospitality House, 216 S. Washington, on a Wednesday and fill out a simple application.

Pictured are Madison Hartley and her grandmother Kathryn Hartley.

How much discretion does a judge have when issuing a nocontact order?

Monasmith explained that a nocontact order is basically a protection order.

“As a judge, your duty is to determine whether the legal criteria have been met to justify that,” Monasmith said. “Frankly, when it involves violence, that’s not a difficult decision to make, most of the time.”

Do you have suggestions for ways to reduce the cost to the county of trials for high profile cases?

“A judge is asked throughout high profile cases to authorize expenditures on behalf of the defense, whether those are investigators, psychologists, or ballistic experts to

test the state’s evidence, and they have a right to that,” Monasmith said. He added that the stakes are high, and someone, if convicted, could be going to prison for a very long time. “It seems to me for the most part, you can’t talk about reducing the cost of the expense that is incurred by the defense without periling their right to a fair trial,” said Monasmith. “They want to leave no stone unturned and that’s understandable when the consequences are so dire.”

There has been discussion in Pend Oreille County concerning the issue of substance abuse assessments from Pend Oreille County Counseling and the length of time some inmates spend in jail waiting for an assessment. Do you have an opinion on how this should be rectified?

Monasmith said since he hasn’t been part of that discussion, he wouldn’t claim to known the respective stances of either Pend Oreille County Counseling or the courts.

With so much of the nation’s focus on the presidential campaign, why do you think it is so important people should pay attention to local political races?

More specifically, why should people care about the superior court judge race?

“They should care about all the candidates they vote for,” Monasmith said. “It is their right and part of the responsibility of citizenship.

As far as Superior Court races go, our system of justice depends on having competent people at the helm. Anyone who votes should vote for the most qualified candidate.”

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than a dozen people who were allowed in, three of those people were with me. I was not, nor was a 94-year-old Pend Oreille County resident who had driven from Sacheen Lake to attend. We appreciated the respectful tone of all the candidates. My husband and I want to thank those who sponsored it and let you know we appreciated the time and effort of sponsoring the event.

-Dennis and Margaret Schmidt Newport

McMorris Rodgers doesn’t lead To the editor, With the sexual groping, disrespect for women, “stay tuned” attitude if I lose the election, ties financially to Russia, how do you support Donald Trump for President?

Leadership “leads.”

As usual, Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers is a follower. As our President so eloquently stated, “stand for something more than your career.”

It is time for a change.

Vote for Joe Pakootas.

Thanks for listening.

-Robert W. Schutte Newport

If elections are rigged, why so many GOP office holders?

To the editor, According to Donald Trump and his supporters the election is rigged.

I live here in Republican land. Nearly every elected office is held by a Republican. The Washington Secretary of State and our county auditor are Republicans. If I use Trump’s accusations of rigged elections to explain why the current group of Republican county office holders won their elections, I could claim that: The election is rigged starting with the Republican Secretary of State and our Republican county auditor who runs the local elections office.

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got elected. Maybe our mail-in ballots were opened days before the election and ballots were substituted and votes changed for Republican candidates. In our smallpopulated county only a couple of hundred ballots would need to be changed to swing an election for Republicans. I always wondered why so many Republicans hold county elected offices and now Trump has given me the answer. It’s all rigged and a fraud. As Trump implies, any voter who died in Pend Oreille County this year and is still on the voter roll will ‘vote’ exclusively for Republican candidates.

Using Trump’s own words, people need to go to the elections office and stop the rigged election.

If that doesn’t work, then they should lock-up the candidates of the party that won the election.

Voter fraud is the only explanation if your political side loses an election.

It’s all rigged according to Trump.

Using Trump’s logic, losing an election can only be explained by voter fraud conducted by election officials. If you are a Republican, and believe Trump, your Republican elected officials are criminals by conducting “rigged” elections.

Of course you don’t think like Trump and don’t have to vote for him.

-Pete Scobby Newport

Eugene dedicated, knowledgeable To the editor, During the years I served on the Planning Commission, Bob Eugene frequently attended our meetings as a member of the public. I was impressed with his knowledge of the issues and the fact that his attendance was not self-serving.

He had no personal or political agenda and was offering his time and

knowledge of the issues to serve the public and aid the Planning Commission in decision making.

Based on his moderate and common sense comments, I had no idea what his political affiliation was, if any.

As an independent, I’m not affiliated with a political party and have always voted for the candidate I believed was best qualified and would best serve the public.

Because I’m also conservative on most issues I have been supporting Shelly Short and Cathy McMorris Rodgers. Although I personally like Karen Skoog and believe she is a good person, I am supporting Bob Eugene for county commissioner because of his knowledge, experience, work ethic and dedication to serve all of the people of Pend Oreille County in an impartial and nonpartisan way.

-Steve Wilson Newport

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Dana Bowers, a Watershed Facilitator for the joint project of Pacific Education Institute, The River Mile and the North Central Education Service District, leads students through a water quality activity.

According to United States Geological Survey, only about one-percent of the world’s water is suitable for drinking. “It’s probable that these young elementary students might face water quality and or quantity issues in their lives,” says POCD District Administrator David Marcell. Above, students examine to separate cups of water to try and determine what is naturally occurring silt and what is man-made pollution.

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b r i e f ly Free party, costume workshop at Create NEWPORT – Create is hosting Halloween activities for kids Friday, Oct. 28, at 3 p.m. There is a Halloween Costume Workshop where kids can come in and make their own costume or participate in a costume swap. Bring an old costume or make a new one. These activities are free. On Monday, Oct. 31 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. join Create for a Halloween party. Bring a carved pumpkin and try to win a 1st, 2nd, or 3rd place prize.

Also offered are free Halloween art activities, free hot dogs and treats, along with a cake walk. Create is asking for $1 donation.

Create is located at 900 W. 4th in Newport. Check out the website at www. createarts.org, or call 509-447-9277 for more information.

High school to put on Halloween Jazz Concert NEWPORT – The public is invited to spend Halloween with the new Newport High School Jazz Band as they put on the first annual Halloween Jazz Concert, Monday, Oct. 31 at 6:30 p.m. The concert will be held in the Grizzly Den at the high school. Admittance is a $5 suggested donation without a costume or $4 suggested donation for those who come in costume.

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Annual anti-bully walk Each participant at the sixth annual anti-bully walk at Cusick received a T-shirt, a bag of anti bullying information and a hat or headband. Here some young students pick up their gear. Students, teachers and community members participated. The walk is hosted by the Kalispel Tribe’s domestic violence prevention group.

Soroptimist Girl of the Month: Sonja Moore NEWPORT – High School senior Sonja Moore is October’s Soroptimist Girl of the Month for the Soroptimist International of Newport.

Soroptimist is an international organization for business Moore and professional women who work to improve the lives of women and girls, in local communities and throughout the world.

Over 90,000 Soroptimists in about 124 countries and territories contribute time and financial support to community– based and international projects

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Moore says she has many plans for the future, but the first step will be to attend college after graduation.

She is interested in University of Washington and Seattle University.

She is also looking at University of Wisconsin-Madison, George Washington University in Washington DC, and University of Portland.

After college, she is considering joining the United states Peace Corp to gain experience in social work for developing countries.

“I do not know how I would

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Overeaters Anonymous: 8 a.m. - Pineridge Community Church, 1428 W. First St., Newport, use front entrance.

Contact Barb at 509-447-0775.

Newport TOPS: 8:30 a.m. Hospitality House Fiber Arts Knitting and Spinning Group: 9 a.m. Create Arts Center, Newport Story Time: 10:30 a.m. Blanchard Library Story Time - Calispel Valley Library, Cusick: 11 a.m. - Calispel Valley Library, Cusick Priest River Lioness: 11:30 a.m. - Priest River Senior Center Al-Anon: Noon - American Lutheran Church Pinochle: 1 p.m. - Priest River Senior Center Alcoholics Anonymous: 5:45 p.m. - Hospitality House, Newport Spirit Lake Historical Society: 6:30 p.m. - Call 208623-5626 for s Thursday, Oct. 27 Alcoholic’s Anonymous Women’s meeting: 10 a.m.

- Rotary Club, Old Diamond Mill Rd., Oldtown Story Time: 10:30 a.m. Priest River Library Open Painting Workshop: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. - Create Arts Center, Newport Duplicate Bridge: 12:30 p.m. - Hospitality House in Newport Loosely Knit: 1-3 p.m. - Calispel Valley Library, Cusick 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

Alcoholics Anonymous: 7 p.m. - Blanchard Community Church Friday, Oct. 28 Books Out Back: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. - Priest River Library Happy Agers Meeting and Potluck: Noon - Priest River Senior Center Story Time: 3 p.m. - Newport Library Dance Classes: 5:30-6:30 p.m. - Create Arts Center, Newport Al-Anon: 7-8 p.m. - Priest River, 119 Main St., Suite 204, Room 16, Call Jan 208-9466131 Alcoholics Anonymous Open Meeting: 7 p.m. - St. Catherine’s Catholic Church Saturday, Oct. 29 Books out Back: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. - Priest River Library Happy Agers Card Party: 1 p.m. - Priest River Senior Center AA Meeting: 5 p.m. - Cornerstone Building, Selkirk Way, Oldtown Sunday, Oct. 30 Alcoholics Anonymous: 7 p.m. - Hospitality House, Newport Monday, Oct. 31 Alcoholics Anonymous: 7 p.m. - Blanchard Community Church

Weight Watchers: 5:30-6 p.m. Weigh in and 6 p.m. meeting – Pineridge Community Church, 1428 W. First St., Newport Pinochle: 6 p.m. - Calispel Valley Library, Cusick Kaniksu Lodge 97: 6 p.m. VFW Hall in Priest River Pend Oreille County Search and Rescue: 7 p.m. - Newport Health Center Basement Alcoholics Anonymous: 7 p.m. - St. Anthony’s Church Wednesday, Nov. 2 Rotary Club: 7:15 a.m. Oldtown Rotary Park Overeaters Anonymous: 8 a.m. - Pineridge Community Church, 1428 W. First St., Newport, use front entrance.

Contact Barb at 509-447-0775.

Computer Basics for Adults: 10 a.m. to Noon Newport Library Story Time: 10:30 a.m. Blanchard Library Story Time - Calispel Valley Library, Cusick: 11 a.m. - Calispel Valley Library, Cusick Al-Anon: Noon - American Lutheran Church Pinochle: 1 p.m. - Priest River Senior Center

Tuesday, Nov. 1

Alcoholics Anonymous: 5:45 p.m. - Hospitality House, Newport

Priest River Food Bank Open: 9-11:45 a.m. - Priest River Senior Center

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

Mothers of Preschoolers Gathering: 10 a.m.

- Priest River Assembly of God Church

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

Soroptimist International of Newport Business Meeting: 12-1 p.m. - Pineridge Community Church

like to be of assistance, whether it’s through innovation, education, or medicine,” says Moore.

“I know that I do not want to work at a desk in an office to help others; instead I would like to travel to the nation and actively make life better for people.”

She adds that she is not exactly sure yet what she would like to accomplish in her future, but that no matter what she decides to do, it will come after a college degree.

“My job will be related to helping people and travelling,” says Moore.

“I want to make a difference in the world.”

Priest River Animal Rescue: 6 p.m. - 1710 9th St., Priest River BASIC Meeting: 6 p.m. Blanchard Community Center

OLYMPIA – To make the most of your Halloween this season, there are several ways to help you and your family stay fire safe. “Taking simple precautions, like making sure costumes and home decorations are flame-resistant, can help prevent injuries and fires,” State Fire Marshal Chuck Duffy said. The Office of the State Fire Marshal recommends practicing these safety habits for a fire safe and happy Halloween: • Check the label.

Purchase costumes and decorations made of “flame-resistant” materials. Flame-resistant means the materials are designed to resist burning and withstand heat.

• Avoid baggy or long trailing costumes. Use make-up rather than masks, which could obstruct vision.

• Instruct children to stay away from open flames and other heat sources. Be sure children know to “Stop, Drop and Roll” if their clothing ever catches fire.

• Always carry lightweight flashlights or glow sticks when trick-ortreating.

• Choose battery-operated candles or flashlights when decorating your home; never use candles to light jack-o’-lanterns.

• Keep home decorations away from open flames and heat sources; use extreme caution with highly flammable decorations such as cornstalks and hay bales.

• Remember to keep exits clear of decorations, never block escape routes.

• If attending a Halloween party, be aware of your surroundings and know how to escape in case of an emergency.

Where to Worship

CALVARY CHAPEL NEWPORT

“Where The Sheep Go To Be Fed” 101 S. Scott • Newport Sunday Morning 10 a.m.

(509) 939-0676 CalvaryNewport@aol.com / 97.3 FM “I am the bread of life. He who comes to me will never go hungry, and he who believes in me will never be thirsty.”

John 6:35

PINE RIDGE COMMUNITY CHURCH 1428 1st Street West Sunday School ~ 9:15 a.m.

Morning Worship ~ 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday: Youth ~7:00 p.m.

Pastor Mitch McGhee 447-3265

Newport TOPS: 8:30 a.m. Hospitality House Fiber Arts Knitting and Spinning Group: 9 a.m. Create Arts Center, Newport

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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 9 a.m.

Sunday Services - 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.

Wed. - Bible Study 6 p.m.

Pastor Jack Jones Church Office 208-437-0150 www.churchoffaitholdtown.org

SPRING VALLEY MENNONITE CHURCH

4912 Spring Valley Road Sunday: 9:45 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. -- Sunday School (509) 447-5534

UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST

3rd and Spokane St., Newport, WA Worship Service 10:00 a.m.

Sunday School 10:00 a.m.

Nursery Care Available 447-4121 newportucc@conceptcable.com www.newportucc.org

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

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.

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 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.

BAHÁ’Í FAITH OF NEWPORT

“Backbiting quencheth the light of the heart, and extinguisheth the life of the soul.”

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

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

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

“Sharing Christ As He Is, With People As They Are” 2nd & Spokane Sts 447-3846 9 a.m. Sunday School 10:15 a.m. Worship Service 11:30 a.m. Fellowship Time September - May AWANA - Tuesday 5:30 p.m.

The Immortals (13-High School ) Thur. 7-9 Pastor Rob Malcolm

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Sports

b r i e f ly Newport Rodeo named Directors Choice NEWPORT – The Newport Rodeo was named Directors Choice in the Pro-West Rodeo Association for this past rodeo season.

The three years prior to 2016, the Newport Rodeo was named Contestants Choice. Rodeo Association President Ray Hanson said this is the first time Newport has been named Directors Choice.

LAKESIDE – The Newport High School Cross Country team held their own at the NEA4-Freeman/Newport/ Lakeside meet Wednesday, Oct. 19, at Lakeside High School. The boys’ varsity team scored 66 overall, with Christian Loutzenhiser coming in ninth place with a time of 18:38. Ryan Leon and Johnny Frantz also scored in the top 20 with times of 19:38 and 20:11.

For the girls’ Gracie StrangeOwl came in seventh place with a time of 22:40.

According to NHS Cross Country coach Mike Frederick, the team will really test its mettle at the upcoming District 6/7 1A Championships at Chewelah Golf Course Thursday, Oct. 27. The top three teams and top 21 individuals will advance to state championships on Nov. 5.

“We’re either going to do something or hang up our shoes for the season,” Frederick says.

Cusick squeaks by Northport, beats Inchelium

By Michelle Nedved Of The Miner

CUSICK – Cusick squeaked out a win against Northport at home Tuesday, Oct. 18, and then beat Inchelium in three games Saturday, Oct. 22.

Cusick lost the first game 25-21 against Northport, but trounced them in the second game 25-13.

The Panthers won the third game 25-24, but Northport bounced back On Deck: Vs. Selkirk: Thursday, Oct. 27, 5:30 p.m.

Vs. Curlew: Saturday, Oct. 29, noon Vs. Republic: Saturday, Oct. 29, 4 p.m.

to win the fourth game 25-23, sending it into a fifth game.

Cusick won the last one 15-12 to win the match.

Maki Ranck had nine assists for the Panthers.

Talieya Tonasket had five aces, Alana Keogh had six kills and Selica Auld had a block and 12 digs.

Cusick played Inchelium Saturday, winning in three games, 25-14, 25-16, 25-14.

Tonasket had six aces, See Panthers, 12A

Selkirk sweeps Northport

By Michelle Nedved Of The Miner

Courtesy photo|Dona Storro

Newport cross-country advances to Districts this Thursday

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The Spartan football team was celebrating after their win over Bonners Ferry Friday. The win means the Spartans will host a state playoff game Saturday, at noon, when they play Weiser.

Priest River gets come from behind win

By Don Gronning Of The Miner

BONNERS FERRY – The Priest River Spartan football team played one of their most physical games of the season and came back from being down 12-7 at the half to beat Bonners Ferry 2114 Friday, Oct. 21. With the win, the Spartans secured a state playoff berth and will host the first round of the state tournament Saturday, Oct. 29, at noon.

Bonners Ferry didn’t give the Spartans the win.

“This was a nail biter for sure,” Priest River coach Shane Douglas said. “Playing Bonners Ferry there, on their senior night with a trip to state at stake and an opportunity to host our first ever state playoff game was intense for our players and our coaches for sure.”

Bonners Ferry scored the first touchdown in the first quarter. They also scored in the second quarter. Neither extra point attempt was successful.

Priest River answered with a score of their own in the second half when Caleb Blancher tore off a 45-yard touchdown run. He also kicked the extra point.

The Spartans came out after halftime ready to play.

“The way our players stepped up and gave it their all was really exciting to see,” Douglas said.

Priest River scored twice in the third

quarter.

Anthony Storro hit Tommy Anselmo with a 56-yard touchdown pass. The extra point kick was blocked.

Storro came back with a touchdown of his own, a 15-yard run. He followed it up by running in a two-point conversion.

The Spartans gave up a safety in the fourth quarter, but other than that, Douglas said the Spartans played well.

“Our guys came out and were super aggressive defensively and on offense we had some guys step up and make big plays when we needed it,” he said.

“It was the definition of a team effort to get the win.”

The Spartans are preparing for Weiser Wolverines, a team with a 3-1 Snake River Valley conference record.

They finished second in their league.

The Wolverines have a 4-4 overall record.

“We will practice every detail of our On Deck: Vs. Weiser: Saturday, Oct. 29, noon

game plan this week and refine it to give our best effort to win this game and advance in the playoffs,” Douglas said.

Priest River is No. 2 in the Intermountain League, with a 2-1 record, behind Timberlake. Timberlake beat Kellogg 38-16 in its last league game.

Priest River has a 3-4 overall record.

Priest River runs all the way to state for first time in 10 years

By Sophia Aldous Of The Miner

PRIEST RIVER – Spartan harriers took well to hosting the Cross Country District Championships last Thursday, Oct. 20, at Priest River Lamanna High School, with the boys’ team gualifying for the first state trip in 10 years, and one girl qualifying individually.

The boys’ team raced well as a unit and placed third out of five teams.

According to PRLHS coach Lance Clark, half of the field of teams, rounded up, qualify for the state tournament and one-third of all the varsity runners qualify individually.

The boy leader, Cam-

eron Parkes got fourth place over all with a time of 17:33, overtaking his league rivals from Timberlake High School who had lead the league last year.

The second boy, Caleb Gleason, did a great job staying with the lead pack and pulled in a seventh place finish.

Slava Negrieieva was 13th overall, one out of the top 12.

Jordan Phillips was only a short bit behind running a solid race.

“Our fifth runner, Nicodemus (Eisler), ran a great race making sure that he helped seal the deal for our trip to state,” said Clark. “We had great support from Leif, Spencer, Drayven, and Kyler. Because of

the rainy and muddy weather, we did not have any personal bests, but we sure did fight hard.”

On the girls’ side, Anara Seiler finished On Deck:

At Portneuf Wellness Complex, Pocatello: Saturday, Oct. 29

sixth place and qualified individually to state, while the rest of the Lady Spartans all did their best to battle the course.

The winners will travel to Pocatello for the IHSAA 3A State Championships Saturday, Oct. 29.

“I am proud of this team and all that they have accomplished,” says Clark.

“They have a great future coming up! We look forward to the trip down to Pocatello.”

Cusick gets second half win over Republic

By Don Gronning Of The Miner

CUSICK – The Cusick Panther football team broke open a tied game in the second half On Deck: Friday, Oct. 21, Vs. Selkirk: Friday, taking a 34-14 Oct. 28, 7 p.m. home win.

Cusick got on the scoreboard first with an 18 yardJed Cupp touchdown run. He also carried in the two-point conversion.

Republic answered with an eight yard scoring run of their own, but missed the extra points run failed.

In the second quarter, Republic struck again, on a 55-yard touchdown run. This time they completed the two point pass conversion and went ahead 14-8.

The Panther battled back with a 36-year Canon Keogh touchdown run.

This time the extra point run failed and See football, 12A

IONE – Selkirk leads the pack in Northeast 1B North volleyball play, with a 7-1 league record, after beating Northport in three games Saturday.

“We are doing well,” coach Pam Zimmerman said. “Northport played very well. They have several strong players and work really hard.”

Selkirk won 25-16, 2511, 25-17.

Whitney Dawson had eight kills and a block for Selkirk. Jenna Couch had 10 assists, Lexi Ellsworth had five aces and Quinn Zimmerman had three digs.

“We have four league games left, all of which we should win barring On Deck: Vs. Cusick: Thursday, Oct. 27, 5 p.m.

Vs. Curlew: Saturday, Oct. 29, noon Vs. Republic: Saturday, Oct. 29, 4 p.m.

an complete melt downs.

At the end of the season a lot of those teams have nothing to lose and that can be dangerous,” Zimmerman said. “We need to keep playing our game; consistent serv-

ing, great passing and being a huge threat on offence.”

The Rangers hosted

‘They are smart, kind, athletic, competitive young women with a dream to make school history and I believe they will do just that.’

Pam Zimmerman Selkirk Coach

Inchelium Tuesday, after The Miner went to press.

They host Cusick Thursday, Oct. 27, and then host Curlew Saturday at noon, followed by a game against Republic at 4 p.m., also at home.

“I’m having so much fun with this team.

They are smart, kind, athletic, competitive young women with a dream to make school history and I believe they will do just that,” Zimmerman said.

Girls’ soccer ends season with losses and lessons

By Sophia Aldous Of The Miner

NEWPORT – The Lady Grizzlies wrapped up the girls’ soccer season with two losses last week, falling to Freeman 4-1 on Tuesday, Oct. 18, and Deer Park 5-0 in an away game Thursday, Oct. 20.

“We played pretty well and I was pound of our girls,” said coach Jeremy Lewis of last Tuesday’s home game, which included celebrity senior classmen on the team.

“It was a competitive game and we just have a hard time scoring when given the chance. This cost us again.”Freeman had 15 shots on goal, while Newport had eight. Newport’s goalie Paige Dice had five saves while Freeman had seven. Rebecca Malcom scored Newport’s singular goal during the game’s second half at 62 minutes. “Our Seniors Sammy Siemsen, Aryonna Willoughby, and Rebecca Malcom were awesome,” Lewis praised. “Becca scored her first goal ever in the game with a nice high shot to the far corner to beat their goalie.” It was rainy and cold when Newport faced off against Deer Park last Thursday. The Stags had just returned their star forward Rylie Martinson to the team after she was out with a knee injury and that combination did not bode well for the Grizzlies. Deer Park beat Newport 5-0, shutting the Grizzlies out of districts and ending their soccer season.

However, there were some bright spots for Newport, as Corrina Cauchey continued to be a big factor as midfielder, and the lady Grizzlies fought on in the second half, said Lewis.

“It was a tough season from a wins /losses perspective, but we had a lot of kids still excited about playing and being part of our team,” Lewis added. “We have a lot of folks coming back and a good 8th grade group coming up. Optimism is in the air.”

s p o rt s c a l e n d a r Thursday, Oct. 27 Cusick Volleyball vs.

Selkirk: 5:30 p.m. - Cusick Selkirk Volleyball vs.

Cusick: 5:30 p.m. - Selkirk

Friday, Oct. 28 Selkirk Football vs.

Cusick: 7 p.m. - Cusick Cusick Football vs. Selkirk: 7 p.m. - Cusick Newport Football vs.

Deer Park: 7 p.m. - Newport

Saturday, Oct. 29

Cusick Volleyball vs.

Republic: TBA - Cusick Cusick Volleyball vs.

Curlew: TBA - Cusick Open Gym, Adult Basketball: 7 a.m. - Newport High School Selkirk Volleyball vs.

Curlew: Noon - Selkirk Priest River Football vs. Weiser: Noon – Priest River Selkirk Volleyball vs.

Republic: 4 p.m. - Selkirk

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Freeman trips Newport 28-12

By Don Gronning Of The Miner

FREEMAN – The Newport Grizzlies football team suffered a setback at the hands of Freeman Friday night, losing 28-12 at Freeman. Both teams played a scoreless first quarter.

About midway through the second quarter, Freeman broke a 56-yard touchdown run. Newport answered a couple minutes later with a Koa Pancho plunge but the extra point kick was blocked and Newport trailed 7-6 at the half.

After the half, Freeman scored again, on a four yard-run. The extra point kick failed. Freeman scored again in the third quarter, on a 36-yard run. The two-point pass was good and Freeman was up 21-6.

Freeman kept up their offensive streak, scoring again early in the fourth quarter, on a two-yard run.

Newport finally got back into the end zone again in the fourth quarter on a 14yard Panco to Owen Leslie touchdown pass. The extra point kick was blocked.

Newport coach Zac Farnam said. For the most part, the team played a physical game.

“I thought we were able to play a physical style for the majority of the game,” Farnam said. “I did feel that we got wore down in the second half.” Farnam said the team is preparing for post-season play.

“As we begin to prepare for post-season play, we will need to improve our alignment and eye discipline, both offensively and defensively,” he said. “We have the players to play with anyone, we just need to continue to improve on our self and team discipline.” Freeman had the edge offensively Friday, rolling up 343 yards of offense to Newport’s 190.

Newport quarterback Koa Pancho completed nine of 21 pass attempts for 53 yards and a touchdown.

He was intercepted once.

Newport picked off two Freeman passes, with Tug Smith intercepting one and Johnny Quandt getting one. Neither team fumbled.

Jesse Reyes rushed for 69 yards on 13 attempts.

Pancho gained 31 yards on 15 attempts and Quandt gained 36 yards on two rushes. On defense, Danny Bradbury led Newport tackling with 11 tackles, including a half dozen solo tackles. Pancho had seven tackles, five of which were solo. Newport is in a threeway tie for second in the Northeast A League with Freeman and Colville. They all have 4-2 league records.

Newport is 5-3 overall.

Deer Park leads the league with a 6-0 record.

In other Northeast A League play, Deer Park beat Riverside 30-14, Colville beat Lakeside 55-7 and Chewelah beat Medical Lake 48-0.

Courtesy photo|Michele Ellsworth

Selkirk High School’s homecoming King Jacob Couch and Queen Lexy Ellsworth were honored at the homecoming game two week’s ago. Couch had a stellar game against Northport Friday, rushing for 238 yards.

Selkirk gets 52-20 win over Northport

By Don Gronning Of The Miner

IONE – The Selkirk Rangers got a 52-20 home win against Northport Friday, Oct. 21.

Jacob Couch was back 100 percent with the Rangers, following a sprained ankle.

“Couch was awesome,” Selkirk coach Jeremy Link said. “He plays with a lot of heart.”

Couch rushed for 238 yards and four touchdowns on 26 carries. He also caught a touchdown pass and played defensive corner.

The Rangers got on the scoreboard right away, as they scored on their first drive, capping it with a five-yard Couch run. The extra points run failed.

While Northport hasn’t won a game this season, they aren’t without talented players. Aiden Middlesmith returned the ensuing kickoff 75 yards for a Northport score.

Northport also failed on their twopoint conversion attempt.

Middlesmith scored again later in the first quarter on a 29-yard pass for a touchdown. This time Northport was successful with a two point conversion and took a 14-6 lead.

“He’s fast,” Link said of Middlesworth Selkirk answered with their own touchdown a few minutes later, a one-yard Brayden Taylor run that capped a drive. The two-point conversion was unsuccessful and Selkirk trailed 14-12 at the end of the first quarter.

Midway through the second quarter, freshman Jay Link completed a 14-yard pass to Couch for a touchdown. Taylor caught a pass from Couch for a two-point conversion.

The momentum started to change in the second quarter.

Selkirk’s defense stiffened and the offense drove to Northport’s oneyard line before penalties forced them back and the half ended with Selkirk leading 20-14.

Couch kept Selkirk’s momentum going with a 20-yard touchdown run in the third quarter. A few plays later Tristan Chantry forced a fumble and Ben Avey scooped it up and ran 65 yards for a touchdown. Couch ran for a successful two-point conversion.

Northport and the Middlesmith clan weren’t done yet, with Kade On Deck: At Cusick: Friday, Oct. 28, 7 p.m.

Middlesmith scoring on a 65-yard touchdown run.

Selkirk answered with two more touchdowns, with Couch making 39- and 29-yard touchdown runs.

Chantry completed a pass to Couch for a two-point conversion after the 39-yard TD and Couch ran for a two-point conversion on the 29yard score. The win gives Selkirk a 3-6 Northeast 1B North conference record. They are in fifth place.

They will travel to Cusick next Friday for a game that will start at 7 p.m.

Lady Griz head to district tournament

By Michelle Nedved Of The Miner

NEWPORT – The Newport volleyball team heads to the Northeast A League district tournament this week, sitting in fifth place, behind Freeman, Lakeside, Deer Park and Colville.

They play Colville, No. 4, Thursday, Oct. 27, at Lakeside at 5 p.m. in a loser-out game. The win-

ner will play again later that night.

The Griz lost to Freeman and Deer Park in two league games this past week. Freeman beat Newport 3-0 Tuesday in Newport during senior night, the last home game of the season.

Freeman won 25-12, 25-11, 25-12.

“Newport played well for the home crowd on senior night, but fell

short of the victory,” head coach Amanda Smith said.

Emily Hunt and Hannah Hansen each had seven digs for Newport.

Jalin Earl had five kills, Megan Vaughn had five assists, and Cora Pelleberg and Madi Hofstee each ad two blocks.

Newport struggled against Deer Park on Thursday, losing in three games: 25-19, 25-17, 25-

20. Newport had strong serving, but couldn’t overcome Deer Park.

Kylyah Mercurius On Deck: District Tournament vs.

Colville: Thursday, Oct. 27, 5 p.m., at Lakeside

had three kills and four blocks for Newport.

Vaughn had five assists, Hansen had seven digs and Faith Hood had four aces.

Courtesy photo|Tonya Clark

Emilee Clark smacks one down against Coeur d’Alene Charter.

The Spartans beat Coeur d’Alene Charter in three games. Priest River was eliminated from the district tournament with two losses to Bonners Ferry.

Lady Spartans end their season

By Michelle Nedved Of The Miner

PRIEST RIVER – The Priest River volleyball team ended their season during the district tournament with a loss to Bonners Ferry Friday.

Priest River lost to Bonners Tuesday, in the first round of the tournament, but beat Coeur d’Alene Charter, sending them to the third round, where they lost again to Bonners.

All three games of the first match with Bonners with close, but the Badgers pulled out the win 25-23, 25-22, 28-26.

Olivia Witter had 17 assists for Priest River. Catherine Gamma had 10 digs, Morgan DeMent had nine kills, and Emilee Clark had five blocks and three aces.

Bonners Ferry went on to lose to Timberlake, and Priest River beat Coeur d’Alene Charter in three games, 25-15, 25-18, 26-24.

“Emily Clark led in kills with 17, blocks with eight,” head coach Angie Goins said. “Katherine Gamma led in digs with 12, Heidi Janhsen led in aces with three, and Olivia Witter led in assists with 26.”

Witter and Clark were also named Intermountain All League Players of the Year.

With the win, Bonners Ferry goes on to the state, and plays Sugar-Salem Friday, Oct. 28. Timberlake also advanced to state and plays South Fremont Friday.

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FOOTBALL: Republic held scoreless in second half Panthers: Cusick beat Curlew earlier in season From Page 10A

the half ended tied 14-14.

Cusick scored in the third quarter, on an eight-yard run by Colton Hansen. Keogh made the two-point conversion run.

The Panthers defense

held Republic scoreless in the second half, while the offense continued to roll.

In the fourth quarter Cupp scored two more touchdowns, on a 37-yard run and on an 18-yard run, both extra point attempts were unsuccessful.

Cusick’s running game was dominant, led

by Cupp, who carried 19 times for 105 yards and two touchdowns. Keogh also broke 100 yards rushing, with 102 yards on 14 carries.

The win gives Cusick a 5-2 Northeast 1BNorth

conference record. They are in second place behind Inchelium, which has a 4-0 record.

The Panthers are 5-2 overall.

On Friday, Oct. 28, the Panthers will host Selkirk in a game that starts at 7 p.m.

BO W LIN G WEDNESDAY, OCT. 19 Wednesday Night Loopers Team Win Loss Why Try Harder 101 67 McCroskey Defense 97.5 70.5 Woodwise 83 85 Club Rio 81 87 OK Lanes 71 97 Here for the Beer 70.5 97.5 High Scratch Game: Jeff Huling – 268; High Handicap Game: Nathan Rodriguez – 269; High Scratch Series: Shelby Thomas – 728; High Handicap Series: Nathan Rodriguez – 746; High Team Scratch Game: Why Try Harder – 822; High Handicap game: Why Try Harder – 958; High Team Scratch Series: Why Try Harder – 2219; High Handicap Series: Why Try Harder - 2627

Thursday, Oct. 20 Thursday Niters

Team Odds and Ends Gutter Gang Hi-Rollers Plain Nasty’s Wilkinson Rental Enforcers

Won Lost 18 10 18 10 15 13 13.5 14.5 13 15 10.5 17.5

High scratch game team: Odds and Ends 711.

High scratch series team: Odds and Ends 2,076. High handicap game team: Plain Nasty’s 909. High handicap series team: Hi-Rollers 2,588. High scratch game: Don Mendel 215, Sharon Smith 193. High scratch series: Don Mendel 594, Esther Wilkinson 476. High handicap game: Ralph LaGrand 233, Charles Marsh 233, Danette LaGrand 257. High handicap series: Ralph LaGrand 654, Esther Wilkinson 476. Converted splits: Sara Goss 4-10, 2-7-8, Charles Marsh 4-5, Esteher Wilkinson 3-6-7-10

Friday, Oct. 21 Friday Night Leftovers

TEAM WON LOST Timber Room 19 9 Pooch Parlor 19 9 EZ-Rider 19 9 Party of Four 14.5 13.5 OK Lanes 14.5 13.5 Cook ‘in Turkeys 11 9 East River Plumbing 9 19 The No Names 3 17 High Scratch Game Team:Timber Room 832; High Handicap Game Team: Party of Four 866; High Scratch Series Team: Timber Room 2391; High Handicap Series Team; Party of Four 2565; High Scratch Games; Men - Jeff Huling 268, Women - Pat Shields 196; High Handicap Games: Men- Jim Loveridge 264, Women - Kelly Jo Hilliard 251; High Scratch Series: Men - Jeff Huling 694, Women - Laura O’Brien 484; High Handicap Series: Men - Don Plattenberger 723, Women - Sherry Loveridge 657.

Converted Splits: Pat Shields 2-7, Laura O’Brien 5-7, Evie Logan 5-6, 3-5-10, Mel Logan 2-7.

Cold water dangers to hunters, anglers BOISE – With the onset of autumn and resulting cold air and water temperatures, waterfowl hunters and anglers are urged to take precautions and wear life jackets while on the water this fall.

Overloaded boats and failure to wear life jackets are leading reasons Idaho typically loses a couple of hunters or anglers every year.

In the past 10 years nearly 67 percent of the fatal boating accidents in Idaho were the result of victims involuntarily entering the water from small boats. The average water temperature of Idaho’s water is 52 degrees, even during the summer.

Wearing a life jacket can greatly increase your chance of surviving a

cold water immersion situation.

Idaho’s boating laws and simple safety guidelines include: • Wear life jackets while on the water, especially when in transit or when the weather turns bad. Small boats combined with limited visibility and high winds can be hazards to safe navigation. Remember: Idaho boating laws requires all vessels to have at least one properly sized life jacket for each person on board. Life jackets only work if they are worn.

• Be aware of the capacity of your boat and be careful not to overload vessels. Many waterfowl boats are small and they can easily be overloaded with hunters, dogs, and gear.

• Vessels are required to display

navigation lights between sunset and sunrise and in periods of restricted visibility such as fog or heavy rain.

• Be prepared for changes in the weather and dress accordingly.

• Leave the alcohol at home. Alcohol makes a person more susceptible to hypothermia, interferes with their ability to swim, and to make quick decisions in an accident.

• Do not be afraid to cancel the trip if the weather turns bad.

Learn more about Idaho boating laws and safety guidelines by attending a free boating safety class. Upcoming classes will be held Nov. 19 and Jan. 21 in Hayden. For details, visit www.boatidaho.gov.

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Taylor Allen and Auld each had two blocks and Ranck had 13 assists.

Auld and Tonasket each had seven digs.

Cusick has three home games to finish out the regular season.

They host Selkirk Thursday, Oct. 27, at 5:30 p.m., and then host Curlew and Republic Saturday, Oct. 29, at

noon at 4 p.m., respectively.

Cusick coach Eric Finley is confident the Panthers will end the season strong.

He expects the match with Selkirk to go five games, and Republic will be a good game.

“That’ll be another good game. We’re both pretty strong,” he said.

Cusick beat Curlew earlier in the season.

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Assists-Olson (BF) 13, Witter (PR) 17.

Aces-Whittaker (BF) 1, Clark (PR) 3.

Digs-Bennett (BF) 9, Gamma (PR) 10.

Blocks-Pluid (BF) 3, Clark (PR) 5.

Northeast A League Team Deer Park Freeman Colville Newport Lakeside (WA) Chewelah Riverside Medical Lake

League Overall 6-0 7-1 4-2 6-2 4-2 5-3 4-2 5-3 3-3 4-4 2-4 3-4 1-5 1-6 0-6 0-8

Northeast 1B North conference Team Inchelium Cusick Republic Columbia Selkirk Northport

League Overall 4-0 7-1 3-1 5-2 3-1 4-4 1-3 3-4 1-3 3-6 0-4 0-8

Intermountain League Team Timberlake Priest River Bonners Ferry Kellogg

League Overall 3-0 3-6 2-1 3-4 1-2 1-8 0-3 1-7

Friday, Oct. 21 Freeman 28, Newport 12 Newport (5-3, 4-2) 0 6 0 6 -12 Freeman (6-2, 4-2) 0 7 14 7 -28 Fre - Darcy 56 run (Cottrell kick) New - Pancho 1 run (kick failed) Fre - Neely 3 run (kick failed) Fre - Darcy 37 run (Trumble pass from Neely) Fre - Neely 1 run (Cottrell kick) New - Leslie 14 pass from Pancho (kick blocked)

Priest River 21, Bonners Ferry 14 PR 0 7 14 0 -21 BF 6 6 0 2 -12 PR SCORING DRIVES 2nd QT 45 YD RUN Caleb Blancher - XP GOOD Caleb Blancher 3rd QT 56 YD TD PASS Anthony Storro to Tommy Anselmo - XP blocked No good 3rd QT Anthony Storro 15 YD TD Run - 2 point Conversion good 3yd run Anthony Storro

Northport (0-8, 0-4) 14 0 0 6 -20 Selkirk (3-6, 1-3) 12 8 16 16 -52 Sel - Couch 5 run (run failed) Nor - A. Middlesworth 75 kick return (pass failed) Nor - A. Middlesworth 29 pass from K. Middlesworth (Rahis run) Sel - B. Taylor 1 run (pass failed) Sel - Couch 14 pass from Link (B. Taylor pass from Couch) Sel - Couch 20 run (Couch run) Sel - Avey 65 fumble return (Couch run) Nor - K. Middlesworth 61 run (run failed) Sel - Couch 39 run (Chantry pass from Couch) Sel - Couch 29 run (Couch run)

Cusick 34 Republic 14 Republic (4-4, 3-1) 6 8 0 0 -14 Cusick (5-2, 3-1) 8 6 8 12 -34 Scoring Cus- Cupp 18 run (Cupp run) Rep- unknown 8 run (run failed) Rep- unknown 55 run (unknown pass from unknown) Cus- Keogh 36 run (run failed) Cus- Hansen 8 run (Keogh run) Cus- Cupp 37 run (pass failed) Cus- Cupp 18 run (pass failed)

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Standings

Intermountain League Team League Timberlake 6-0 Bonners Ferry 5-2 Priest River 2-4 Kellogg 0-3 Coeur d’Alene Charter

0-4

Overall 9-1 6-4 4-10 0-5

League Overall 13-1 13-1 13-1 13-1 10-4 10-4 8-6 8-6 6-8 7-8 4-10 5-10 2-12 2-12 0-14 0-14

Northeast 1B North Team Selkirk Republic Inchelium Northport Cusick Curlew

Scoring Kills-Damon, Gallager (Fre) 10, Earl (NP) 5.

Assists-Wells (Fre) 13, Vaughn (NP) 5.

Aces-A.Hansen (Fre) 6.

Digs-H.Hansen (Fre) 13, Hunt, Hansen (NP) 7.

Blocks-Damon, Arnzen (Fre) 2, Pelleberg, Hofstee (NP) 2.

Tuesday, Oct. 18 Northport (4-8, 2-5) 25 13 24 25 12 -2 Cusick (3-8, 2-6) 21 25 26 23 15 -3 Scoring Kills-Keogh (Cus) 6, Young (NP) 8.

Assists-Ranck (Cus) 9, Bair (NP) 11.

Aces-Tonasket (Cus) 5, Stark (NP) 6.

Digs-Auld (Cus) 12, Baribault (NP) 12.

Blocks-Auld (Cus) 1, Young, Stark (NP) 2.

Thursday, Oct. 20 Priest River 3, Coeur d’Alene Charter 0 Coeur d’Alene Charter (2-6, 0-4)

15 18 24 -0 Priest River (4-10, 2-4) 25 25 26 -3 Scoring Kills-Clark (PR) 11.

Assists-Witter (PR) 14.

Aces-Janhsen (PR) 3.

Digs-Gamma (PR) 9.

Blocks-Clark (PR) 4.

Deer Park 3, Newport 0 Newport (7-8, 6-8) 19 17 20 -0 Deer Park (10-4, 10-4) 25 25 25 -3 Scoring Kills- Tarble (DP) 12, Mercurius (New) 3.

Assists- Carlson (DP) 26, Vaughn (New) 5.

Aces- Ericson (DP) 3, Hood (New) 4.

Digs- Mataya (DP) 15, Hansen (New) 7.

Blocks- Carlson (DP) 3, Mercurius (New) 4.

Friday, Oct. 21 Priest River 1, Bonners Ferry 3 Priest River 25 15 14 17 -1 Bonners Ferry 23 25 25 25 -3 Kills- Clark 17 Blocks- Clark 8 Digs- Gamma 12 Aces- Janhsen 3 Assists- Witter 26

Saturday, Oct. 22 Selkirk (8-2, 7-1) 25 25 25 -3 Northport (4-8, 2-5) 16 11 17 -0 Scoring Kills- H. Young (Nor) 5, Dawson (Sel) 8.

Assists- Bair (Nor) 9, Couch (Sel) 10.

Aces- H. Young (Nor) 3, Ellsworth (Sel) 5.

Digs- H. Young (Nor) 10, Zimmerman (Sel) 3.

Blocks- H. Young (Nor) 2, Dawson (1).

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League Standings

Northeast A League Team Deer Park Lakeside (WA) Medical Lake Freeman Riverside Davenport Colville Newport Chewelah

League Overall 10-2-0 12-3-0 9-3-0 11-3-0 8-4-0 9-7-0 5-6-0 7-7-0 4-7-0 6-8-0 1-2-0 1-4-0 4-8-0 4-10-0 1-11-0 1-12-0 0-0-0 0-0-0

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Northeast A League Team Freeman Lakeside (WA) Deer Park Colville Newport Chewelah Riverside Medical Lake

Freeman 3, Newport 0 Freeman (13-1, 13-1) 25 25 25 -3 Newport (7-8, 6-8) 12 11 12 -0

League Overall 7-1 8-2 6-1 9-3 2-5 4-6 2-5 4-8 2-6 3-8 1-5 2-9

Tuesday, Oct. 18 Bonners Ferry 3, Priest River 0 Bonners Ferry (6-4, 5-2) 25 25 28 -3 Priest River (4-10, 2-4) 23 22 26 -0 Scoring Kills-Wenk (BF) 8, Dement (PR) 9.

Tuesday, Oct. 18 Freeman 4, Newport 1 Freeman (7-7, 5-6) Newport (1-12, 1-11)

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Statistics Shots --Freeman 15, Newport 8. Saves --Freeman, Crosswhite 7, Newport, Dice 5.

Scoring First half --1, Fre, Balkenbush, 24:00.

2, Fre, Van Orden, 38:00.

Second half --3, New, Malcom (Lewis), 62:00. 4, Fre, Love, 64:00. 5, Fre, Love, 72:00.

Thursday, Oct. 20 Deer Park 5, Newport 0 Newport (1-12, 1-11) Deer Park (12-3, 10-2)

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Statistics Shots -- Deer Park 18, Newport 8.

Saves -- Deer Park, Nelson 8. Newport, Hamberg 13.

Scoring First half -- 1, DP, Stark (R. Martinson), 4:00. 2, DP, R. Martinson (Stark), 7:00. 3, DP, Stark, 28:00.

Second half -- 4, DP, Moore, 64:00. 5, R. Martinson (Moore), 67:00.

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Pot, flushing water pipes discussed at Ione Town Council IONE – Ione Town Council kept its meeting short and to the point Wednesday, Oct. 5. The town received official correspondence from Pend Oreille Cannabis Company that the marijuana retail store had met all state requirements and was open for business. It is the first of its kind in Pend Oreille County.

A public hearing is scheduled to discuss the 2017 tax levy Wednesday, Nov. 2, at Ione Town Hall at 7 p.m.

Mayor Charles Spears said the city would be flushing water/sewer lines beginning Wednesday, Oct. 25, at 7 p.m. until complete. The Department of Health is trying to help the town to better evaluate its water quality.

Pend Oreille County Sheriff Alan Botzheim was present to discuss incident reports specific to Ione and north Pend Oreille County, saying calls were down from the previous month.

Councilman John Redinger said efforts to improve the runway lighting at the Ione Airport were still underway and that he would contact the Federal Aviation Administration about the matter.

There was no fire report at the meeting, but the parks department reported that improvements to the posts around the ball field have been made and the field itself was cleaned up. Graffiti at the park continues to be a nuisance.

The town is also waiting to hear back from the Pend Oreille County Library District in regards to the contract renewal for the Ione Library.

Town Clerk Sandy Hutchinson reported that the income survey in which citizens could participate is complete, with 67-percent participation. This will help the town apply for Community Development Block Grants that will assist with infrastructure.

Coffee house concert features local pianist METALINE FALLS – The Cutter Theatre is hosting one of its Coffee House Concerts Sunday, Oct. 30, from 2 until 5 p.m. There is a $5 cover charge. The coffee pot will be on, and special order espresso, wines, beers and sodas will be available for purchase.

Donivan Johnson, Selkirk Schools music

teacher, will be at the grand piano, and for a donation to the roof fund will play requests. Music will range from ragtime, jazz, Broadway show tunes, and anything from Bach to the Beatles.

The Coffee House Concerts are held in the Green Room of The Cutter, in a less formal setting than a concert on the stage.

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Everyone is encouraged to come when they wish, sit for a spell, or stay the full time, enjoying conversations and the music.

Reservations are not necessary.

For more information, contact The Cutter Theatre at 509-446-4108.

The Cutter Theatre is located at 302 Park Street in Metaline Falls.

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before the ruling goes into effect Oct. 26.

“Our lobby is packed with people trying to get permits before the 26th,” said Jared Webley of Spokane County. “The commissioners passed a resolution this morning to extend hours to midnight Wednesday.”

Rachael Paschal Osborn is an attorney and senior policy advisor to the Center for Environmental Law & Policy, policy director for the Columbia Institute for Water Policy, and adjunct professor teaching Water Law and Environmental Law at Gonzaga Law School.

Osborn says the case clearly applies to all counties in Washington.

She says county officials aren’t doing anybody any favors by accepting permits for wells.

“Who will get hurt? The landowner who puts in a well they can’t use,” she says.

She says the water situation in the state is out of control. She says the cumulative impacts to the watershed of allowing exempt wells has been significant. “The county needs to be responsible.”

So what is somebody to do who bought raw land years ago, intending to use it to retire?

Osborn says there could

Cutter looking for tree removal volunteer

METALINE FALLS – The Cutter Theatre is in need of a volunteer to remove several dead trees from its grounds. The trees are not large and located in pots in the front of the building. For those able to volunteer some time and are skilled with a saw, contact Tara at The Cutter Theatre at 509-446-4108.

down rive r eve nts Wednesday, Oct. 26 Story Time: 10:30 a.m. Metalines Library Basic Computer Class: 11 a.m. to Noon - Ione Library, Call 509-442-3030 For Reservations Weight Watchers: 6 p.m.

Weigh in 6:30-7 p.m. meeting Ione Catholic Church

Thursday, Oct. 27 Story Time: 11 a.m. - Ione Library

Friday, Oct. 28 Story Time and Crafts: 10:30 a.m. - Metalines Library Alcoholics Anonymous: 7 p.m. - Ione Senior Center

Monday, Oct. 31 Story Time: 10:30 a.m. Metalines Library

Tuesday, Nov. 1 Story Time: 11 a.m. - Ione Library Forgotten Corner Quilt Guild: 6:30 p.m. - Ione Senior Center Metaline Falls Gun Club Meeting: 7 p.m. - 72 Pend Oreille Mine Road, Metaline Falls

Wednesday, Nov. 2 Story Time: 10:30 a.m. -

Metalines Library Basic Computer Class: 11 a.m. to Noon - Ione Library, Call 509-442-3030 For Reservations Commissioner Kiss Office Hours: 3-6:45 p.m. - Ione Library Weight Watchers: 6 p.m.

Weigh in 6:30-7 p.m. meeting Ione Catholic Church Ione Town Council: 7 p.m.

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That’s what happened in Kittitas County following the 2011 court decision that prohibited exempt wells there without an offset. The county developed a water bank. It took some time, but it is going now and people can buy water rights from the water bank, she said.

Yakima County established a water bank and also uses retroactive mitigation, she says.

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things family planning.

Are you concerned about the future of TriCounty Health, what do you think the county should do about it? Do you support the tricounty agency?

Kiss said he does, in general, support the tri-county consortium. The district provides a number of services that the individual counties wouldn’t be able to do. By pooling resources, the district can pay more and hire better quality staff.

“I would like to see us stick together,” he said.

While he does not sit on the tri-county health board, like commissioners Karen Skoog and Mike Manus, Kiss said he does know they are reviewing by-laws, and trying to clean things up.

The Economic Development Council operates as a county entity.

How involved should the commissions be in setting the EDC’s overall agenda? What direction do you the economic development should be headed in POC? Kiss said he doesn’t think the county commissioners should set the agenda and direction of the EDC, as the council is made up of a

broad-based board.

He said he does have mixed feelings on the EDC and what progress is being made. He acknowledges that it’s a tough job to show if business retention is working, unlike recruiting new businesses, there’s something to show for it.

He said the proposal to build a smelter here by Hi Test Sand is a big deal, and he supports the process.

He would like to see more recruitment of cottage industry businesses, that maybe aren’t as big as Hi Test, but still contribute to the economy.

“To actually bring something of that scale in is really difficult,” he said.

Kiss used to serve on the Port of Pend Oreille Board of Commissioners, and said they received a lot of pressure to build an industrial park. However, they looked into it, but heard that the Interstate 5 corridor on the west side of the state is full of empty space.

Hi Test Sand is looking at building a $3 million smelter in POC. Do you support the venture? Why or why not?

Kiss said he fully supports the Hi Test Sand venture, but thinks there’s more investigation to do. He said the county has met with the High Test Sand people.

“If what they are

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POC leaders are discussing the formation of an ambulance district.

Would you support that idea and do you believe a tax should be levied to secure ambulance services?

“I would support that idea to create a countywide ambulance service.

As much as I hate new taxes, I think it’s necessary because of the billing,” Kiss said.

He explained that Medicare and Medicaid doesn’t

reimburse at the full rate, and it’s not a viable business model for any agency unless it is supported by taxes.

While some fire districts are already trying to add a levy for ambulance services, he would like to see the county work with those agencies to make an ambulance system work.

The commissioners are waiting for language to approve an outright ban on retail marijuana sales in Pend Oreille County. Ione is the only city/town that hasn’t approved a moratorium. Do you think

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marijuana shops should be allowed in POC? Why or why not?

Kiss said while the loss of tax money wears on him, he is opposed to retail sales of marijuana in Pend Oreille County.

“Pend Oreille County could use the tax revenue, and I understand that. But the other side of that, for me, is the message we’re sending. I know it’s legal … I know you have to be of certain age to buy it, (but) we’re sending the message if you can sell it in a store, it must be OK,” Kiss said.

He said he has no problem with medical marijuana, and would vote for

a medical-users only store.

And while some people complain that they have to go somewhere else to buy medical marijuana, Kiss points out that living in the north end of the county requires him to go to Newport, Spokane or Colville to get prescriptions.

Kiss acknowledges that he is basing his opinion on his own moral code, but thinks his constituents agree with him.

“The constituents we heard from the most and the loudest were opposed to it,” he said, as he sat in on deliberations made

by Cusick and Ione town councils.

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How much discretion does a judge have when issuing a non-contact order?

Williams says judges have wide discretion when it comes to no contact orders. “The preponderance of evidence is the legal standard,” he says. “Based on what I’ve seen, it doesn’t take much to meet that standard. I think judges would rather err on the side of caution in those situations.”

Williams says early in his career, he heard a judge tell a person in a no contact case that he was going to decide against him. “He said, ‘If I’m wrong, I’m sorry, but I would rather err on the side of caution.’ It helped me early in my career to recognize that how do you know, how do you really know. You have to go with what your feelings and thoughts are in regards to the evidence.”

Do you have suggestions for ways to reduce the cost to the county of trials for high profile cases?

Williams says he really hasn’t given that much thought.

“It just seems to me that much deference is given to the Constitutional right of the accused to defend themselves and it seems they get an extraordinary amount of money to defend themselves in high profile cases if they are indigent and the court appoints them a public defender.”

He says that includes paying for an investigator if needed, as well as any tests needed. He says he doesn’t have an answer to reducing the costs, but he wants to look into it. He says county commissioners are involved in that process and that involves looking at the budget.

There has been discussion in Pend Oreille County concerning the issue of substance abuse assessments from Pend Oreille County Counseling and the length of time some inmates spend in jail waiting for an assessment. Do you have an opinion on how this should be rectified?

Williams says he isn’t familiar with the situation in Pend Oreille County but that he knows getting assessments has been discussed in Stevens County. He says it really is something for Pend Oreille voters to discuss with county commissioners.

He says it’s not just a matter of getting a person assessed, it’s a matter of getting good information from the assessment. He questions whether that can be done in a two-hour interview.

“Truth is, I really don’t have an answer for that,” he said. “My concern is the quality of the service.”

With so much of the nation’s focus on the presidential campaign, why do you think it’s so important people vote local? More specifically, why should people care about the superior court judge race?

Williams says he has met many people while campaigning that were discouraged at the national level that they practically don’t want to participate at the local level.

“My response to them is that if there is any place your vote will have an impact, it’s at the local level,” he says. He says it a right, as well as an honor and privilege, to vote.

“To me it’s extremely important that people participate in the local elections.”

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concerns.

“I was an attorney in private practice for six years before I took the bench as a commissioner, so as an attorney and guardian ad litem I had cases involving domestic violence,” Taylor said. As a commissioner she did the protection order documents and petitions and met quarterly with the domestic violence advocates to talk about the proper process for paperwork and to listen to advocates’

How much discretion does a judge have when issuing a no-contact order?

“A judge has a fairly broad discretion,” said Taylor.

“There are civil no-contact protection orders and there are criminal ones. Usually, criminal protection orders are requested by the prosecutor and the court grants those based on the evidence.” Taylor pointed out that the victim in the domestic violence case is a majority of the evidence, since they are the ones who have lived with the pattern of abuse.

“Violence in the home is one of the best kept secrets in America, and you have to preserve the evidence early in the case, so the defendant does not try to strong arm them into bailing out of the case,” Taylor said

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Do you have suggestions for ways to reduce the cost to the county of trials for high profile cases?

“Very few cases go to trial; most of them don’t,” Taylor said. “As far as cost to the county, the cost of experts, what takes priority are the constitutional rights of the public.

The court has to protect those constitutional rights and the rights of the victim. If you were a criminal defendant, you would want to proffer a serious defense, and if you do not have the money to do that, poverty should not be a barrier to justice.”

There has been discussion in Pend Oreille County concerning the issue of substance abuse assessments from Pend Oreille County Counseling and the length of time some inmates spend in jail waiting for an assessment. Do you have an opinion on how this should be rectified?

Taylor said such issues are a problem that doesn’t just affect Pend Oreille County, and there are rules that govern a certain length of time the state can take do those assessments.

“As a judge, I’m not sure there’s a whole lot you can do about that,” Taylor said. “It’s the prosecuting office and the defense attorneys that do most of the work, and the judge is responsible for speedy trial rights, so the judge can track that.”

With so much of the nation’s focus on the presidential campaign, why do you think it is so important people should pay attention to local political races? More specifically, why should people care about the superior court judge race?

Even though it is not as widely recognized as the Supreme Court of Washington or the United States, Taylor said the Superior Court still matters because decisions about people’s lives happen there. “If you have a judge that doesn’t follow the law, that just zips that robe up and decides that whatever they want is best, you are going to end up in the Court of Appeals, and that costs you time and money,” said Taylor. “You start in the lower court and work your way up, so you want good Superior Court judges that are qualified and will uphold the constitution and follow the law. Supreme Court judges don’t just wake up one morning as Supreme Court judges. They start in District and Superior (courts).”

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Open enrollment begins Oct. 15 and closes Dec. 7. Changes made during this time will take effect on Jan. 1, 2017.

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(Family Features) A poor night’s sleep can leave you feeling exhausted and cranky, but long-term sleep disruption can actually lead to serious health conditions. Not only is sleep apnea a leading cause of disrupted sleep and daytime sleepiness, but this disease is also a contributing factor to a host of medical problems.

According to the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine (AADSM), approximately 25 million adults in the United States suffer from obstructive sleep apnea. This breathing disorder causes you to snore loudly and stop breathing up to hundreds of times a night for any-

where from 10 seconds to more than a minute.

Despite the prevalence of sleep apnea, many don’t realize they have it. Others are unable to tolerate a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine and mask, which is the most common treatment for sleep apnea. However, an effective alternative treatment for sleep apnea is a custom-fit oral appliance provided by a qualified dentist. Treating sleep apnea can lead to better rest and ease your risk of developing these five serious health complications: High Blood Pressure – Sleep apnea is common among patients with high

blood pressure, and even more so among patients who have treatment-resistant high blood pressure.

In medical studies, oral appliance therapy has been shown to help reduce high blood pressure. This treatment uses a custom-fitted, mouth guard-like device to move the jaw slightly forward and keep the airway open, without the need for a constantly running machine and face mask.

Heart Disease – Heart disease is a common affliction for those with sleep apnea, according to a study from the University of Wisconsin. The same study showed that the risk of dying from heart disease may increase by as much as five times among those who have untreated, severe sleep apnea.

Depression – Data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows that women suffering from untreated sleep apnea have a five times greater risk for depression symptoms, while men who have untreated sleep apnea are more than twice as likely to exhibit signs of clinical depression.

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Diabetes – Up to 83 percent of Type 2 diabetes patients have sleep apnea and are not even aware of it, according to research published on “Frontiers in Neurology.” Recent medical research suggests that glucose control weakens as the severity of a patient’s sleep apnea increases.

Stroke – The risk for stroke also rises with untreated sleep apnea, according to research published in “The American Journal of Medicine.” The study shows that the risk rises even if the patient has no other stroke risk factors. Obstructive sleep apnea also is frequently found among those who have already suffered a stroke.

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Juggling jobs, kids and the demands of a busy, modern life often comes at the expense of family mealtime at home.

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Not only is time together around the table an opportunity to catch up and reconnect, numerous studies provide evidence of the positive, lifelong benefits of family meals. Regular family meals are linked to the kinds of outcomes that ensure a bright future for children: higher grades and self-esteem, healthier eating habits and less risky behaviors.

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Other studies have shown that children who grow up sharing family meals are more likely to exhibit positive social behavior as adults, such as sharing, fairness and respect.

On the other hand, research also suggests that aside from missing out on the benefits, families that have fewer meals together can also experience adverse effects when it comes to certain risky behaviors.

A study on the relationship between certain family characteristics and adolescent problem behaviors, published in

the “Journal of Adolescent Health,” found that teens who have infrequent family dinners (fewer than three per week) are 3.5 times more likely to have abused prescription drugs or have used an illegal drug; 2.5 times more likely to have used tobacco and 1.5 times more likely to have used alcohol.

Learn more about the positive impact regular meals at home together can have for your kids’ emotional, intellectual and physical wellbeing at nationalfamilymealsmonth.org.

Meal Planning Tips Planning for family mealtime can be tough, but it doesn’t have to be.

Take the stress out of planning and preparing family meals with these tips and begin reaping the benefits of more time together around the dinner table. n Commit to having one additional meal with your family each week at home. It doesn’t matter whether it is breakfast, lunch or dinner. The benefits are the same. After a month, you may be surprised by how easily your new commitment has become a habit for the entire family. n Rely on the resources available at your local grocery store.

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(Family Features) As the weather gets colder, it can be harder to motivate kids to step away from their computers and devices and get off the couch. However, it’s essential for kids to participate in active play all year round. According to research from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, regular physical activity helps build and maintain healthy bones and muscles, promotes psychological well-being and reduces feelings of depression and anxiety.

Sadly, physical activity is becoming less of a priority in kids’ daily routines. A recent survey conducted by Let’s Play, an initiative from Dr Pepper Snapple Group to make active play a daily priority, found that 64 percent of parents said busy schedules stand in the way of more active play for their children, up from 56 percent in 2015.

Each season brings its own opportunities for play, and fall is no exception.

Families can beat the cold weather blues and stay active together by trying some of the following activities: • Plan a nature walk to find inspiration and materials for art. Even though it’s chilly outside, your family can still get out and enjoy the outdoors. Bundle up and take a nature hike with your kids around the neighborhood or at a local, national or state park. Encourage your kids to collect items like pinecones, acorns and leaves as you go and to be on the lookout for wildlife to observe.

After the hike, take out art and craft supplies and help them create projects with the items they found.

• Plan an indoor scavenger hunt.

When a really cold day comes along, send your kids on a fun and active scavenger hunt around the house, searching for items that you can hide in advance. Work together as a family to locate the items or create some friendly family competition to see who can find all the items first. Having the family move around the house with a mission prevents the temptation of staying on the couch in front of the television all day.

• Join a class or indoor sports team.

Whether you are playing a favorite sport or learning a new one, it is always more fun with other people. Longer stretches of active play are often more likely to occur with friends or siblings.

Sign your children up for an indoor sport or class they have never tried before, such as gymnastics, rock climbing, swimming or dance. This allows your children to learn something new, meet kids their age and be active for an extended period of time.

• Volunteer. While giving back is always in season, this time of year is a perfect opportunity to teach kids about giving back to those in need and being grateful for what they have. Sign the whole family up to volunteer at a local soup kitchen, participate in a toy drive for a children’s hospital or help out at an animal rescue shelter. Your children will not only be active, but will also grow emotionally, socially and intellectually as a result.

For more tips on how to keep kids active and to find play inspiration for all seasons, visit LetsPlay.com.

Apps designed for easier living (Family Features) Just a generation ago, it was difficult to imagine a single palm-sized device that could serve as a phone, camera and day planner all in one. Today, smartphone users are discovering that new technology and sophisticated apps make it unbelievably easy to manage virtually every aspect of life.

There are dozens of apps and innovative technologies that improve quality of life by helping individuals save money, stay comfortable and feel secure.

Home security: Take peace of mind to a new level with an app like Lockitron. This app not only serves as a replacement for a clunky key ring, it also allows you to control the locks on your home remotely. It’s handy for letting in friends or family when you’re running late and keeping track of when kids arrive home from school and unlock the door.

Home cooling and heating: Imagine coming home to a house that is always the perfect temperature, no matter the season.

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remote control app that works with the Mitsubishi Electric Cooling & Heating Wireless Interface to manage indoor cooling and heating units from anywhere in the U.S. In addition to controlling multiple locations and units in a home, the app allows you to program cooling and heating events, monitor errors in the system and see when your filters need cleaning. This all-in-one cooling and heating control app is available for iOS, Android or Fire OS enabled devices with the latest software. Learn more at kumocloud.com.

Grocery shopping: Even making a grocery list is more convenient with

smart list-making apps. A top pick from the analysts at The Sweet Setup is Any List, which remembers historical list items to make building new lists progressively easier with time. One of the app’s list-building shortcuts is the integrated recipe manager that populates your list with ingredients based on the dishes you’re planning to prepare.

The app also lets you share and export lists, making it simple to hand off the shopping to another member of the household.

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Easy ways to add veggies to everyday meals (Family Features) Everyone can agree that eating your vegetables is important. Yet only about 4 percent of Americans eat the recommended amount of veggies each day.

The frozen vegetable expert, Birds Eye, is working to help more people eat more vegetables more often by teaching consumers the importance of vegetables and providing delicious, easy ways to make veggies a part of everyday meals.

Good eating habits start early Through partnerships with organizations, such as Environmental Media Association, Birds Eye educates children on ways to enjoy vegetables. The current school garden program brings celebrities, like Lance Bass, back to their hometowns to plant vegetable gardens and talk to students about the importance of veggies, agriculture and healthy eating, while allowing them to understand and connect with their environment.

Healthy, inside and out Because vegetables provide valuable diseasefighting benefits, including reducing the risk of heart disease, obesity and Type 2 diabetes while lowering blood pressure and cholesterol, decreasing bone loss and protecting against certain cancers, the USDA recommends that Americans fill half their plates with fruits and vegetables. The USDA cites many benefits to filling more of each plate with vegetables, such as: Vegetables are low in fat, calories and

cholesterol, and offer nutrients, such as potassium, fiber and folic acid.

Potassium, dietary fiber and folate have been linked to cardiovascular health, while vitamins A and C help keep the immune system strong. Adding 1-3 cups of vegetables each day can make a significant difference in long-term health.

Here are some easy tips for adding veggies to each day: Mixing vegetables into eggs is a great way to start the day.

Mix it up with flavored vegetables. Birds Eye offers more than 40 vegetable varieties, with something that appeals to almost everyone.

Sit down for dinner together as a family. Family meals are more likely to

contain healthy foods and have the added benefit of reconnecting with loved ones.

Buying frozen vegetables means less prep work, making it easier to include veggies – even on a busy day.

Try replacing carbs with vegetables – mix some broccoli into your mashed potatoes or replace some of your pasta with veggies.

Green is good Not only are vegetables good for the body, they’re good for the world. When people fill more of their plates with vegetables, farmers can feed more people using less land, water and energy. Additionally, fewer chemicals are needed and fewer greenhouse gasses are released.

Take a stand and unite against bullying (Family Features) Today’s students are increasingly at risk of being bullied, and the effects of bullying can be devastating.

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Mary A. Solum died Oct. 14. Born July 3, 1930, she was 86.

She is survived by a sister, Anna Mae Finley, daughters Jean and Jan Caffrey of Newport, and Diana Thomas of Renton, Wash., and sons Bill Solum of Newport, and John Suluhian of Portland, Ore. She also has seven grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Victor R. Solum, and her son, Victor E. Solum.

At family request no public service will be held.

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m o s t wa n t e d l i st Editor’s Note: The following are descriptions of people currently wanted by the Pend Oreille County Sheriff’s Office and other law enforcement agencies. Any information about these suspects should be directed to the sheriff’s office by calling 509447-3151. This is a regular section of The Miner. All information is provided by the sheriff’s office.

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William B. Parker, 36, is wanted on two Pend Oreille County warrants for failure to appear on original charges of domestic violence assault 4th degree and litter greater than 1 cubic yard. He is 6 feet 2 inches tall and weighs 205 pounds with brown hair and blue eyes. His last known address was in the Metaline Falls area. Extradition is Washington and Idaho.

William C. Elston, 30, is wanted on five Pend Oreille County warrants for failure to appear on original charges of resisting arrest, theft 3rd degree, criminal trespass 2nd degree, domestic violence 4th degree and domestic violence malicious mischief.

He is 6 feet 3 inches tall and weighs 170 pounds with brown hair and brown eyes.

His last known address was in the Oldtown area. Extradition is statewide.

Dustin D. Burton, 41, is wanted on two Pend Oreille County warrants for failure to appear on original charges of driving with license suspended ignition interlock required and use of drug paraphernalia.

He is 5 feet 7 inches tall and weighs 240 pounds with brown hair and blue eyes. His last known address was in the Newport area. Extradition is statewide.

Kevin L. Dunn, 54, is wanted on one Pend Oreille County warrant for failure to appear on original charges of physical control. He is 6 feet 1 inch tall and weighs 190 pounds with brown hair and green eyes. His last known address was in the Ione area. Extradition is statewide.

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p o l i c e r e p o rt s Editor’s note: The police reports, taken from dispatch logs provided to The Miner by law enforcement agencies, are not intended to be an exact report, but rather a comprehensive list of police calls in Pend Oreille and West Bonner counties. Dispatch also fields calls for the Kalispel Tribe property in Airway Heights.

Certain police calls are generally omitted because of space constraints. These include but aren’t limited to ambulance calls for illness, unfounded alarms, traffic stops, dogs at large, abandoned vehicles, 911 hang–ups and civil standbys.

All dispositions for the police reports are assumed to be active, assist or transfer at press time. The police reports are updated each weekday on The Miner Online.

Pend Oreille County

Monday, Oct. 17 SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES: W. Walnut St., report of green backpack sitting on top of ATM small satchel type bag.

JUVENILE PROBLEM: Monumental Way, report of male student sending inappropriate picture to female student.

sick Creek Rd., report of older truck blocking complainant’s driveway, possibly stolen.

ARREST: N. Hayford Rd., Airway Heights, female arrested on felony warrant.

SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES: 2nd & Washington, report of back window broken out and side door open on empty building.

CHILD ABUSE: W. 7th St., report of possible child abuse.

ANIMAL PROBLEM: Bluebird Lane, report of injured deer on complainant’s property.

ACCIDENT: W. 3rd St., non injury accident reported.

TRAFFIC OFFENSE: Ashenfelter Bay Rd., report of dirt bike speeding on roadway.

ANIMAL PROBLEM: 5th & Fea St., report of female lab mix dog running loose in area and is aggressive.

HARASSMENT: Camden Rd., report of subjects that have come to complainant’s house harassing her and her family.

SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES: Hwy. 211, report that someone went through complainant’s truck sometime over night.

JUVENILE PROBLEM: W. 5th St., report of student in possession of drugs.

DISTURBANCE: Blackwell St., report of mother that is not allowing daughter to leave residence.

ARREST: S. Garden Ave., Newport, Jasent R. Stricker, 37, Elk, was arrested on a local warrant.

SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES: Hwy. 20, complainant states someone dumped large pile of items on south end of property.

SUSPICIOUS VEHICLE: Spring Valley Rd., report of green truck on complainant’s property unoccupied.

FOUND PROPERTY: N. Hayford Rd., Airway Heights, report of found property in hotel room.

SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCE: LeClerc Rd. N.

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE VERBAL: Sandy Shores Rd., complainant states son and daughter-in-law are refusing to leave the residence.

DISTURBANCE: Quail Loop, Newport, report of roommate arguing and tried to hit complainant.

JUVENILE PROBLEM: Cemetery Rd. WELFARE CHECK: S. Scott Ave., Newport, report of off duty officer that received voicemail from hysterical female needing help.

ANIMAL PROBLEM: Best Chance Rd., report of very large dog that won’t go away from complainant’s front door.

AGENCY ASSIST: E. 3rd St. S. & S., report of officer in foot pursuit with male on pedal bike with warrant.

RUNAWAY JUVENILE: Silver Birch Lane, report that complainant’s daughter did not return home after youth group.

SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES: S. Industry Rd.

Thursday, Oct. 20

JUVENILE PROBLEM: Turtle Rd.

WANTED PERSON: N. Hayford Rd., Airway Heights, person arrested in the casino.

SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES: Hwy. 2, report of ongoing issues of juveniles damaging property.

JUVENILE PROBLEM: Hwy. 31, report of at least six juveniles involved with alcohol.

ANIMAL PROBLEM: Hwy. 2, report of deer that needs dispatched.

ERRATIC DRIVER: Hwy. 2, report of passenger car, wrong lane travel northbound in southbound lanes.

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE: W. 6th Ave. 911 HANGUP: Hwy. 2, report of open 911 line, crying and male yelling threats, never gave location.

Tuesday, Oct. 18 DISABLED VEHICLE: Hwy. 20 and Tacoma Creek, Cusick, third party report of subject broke down just north of Tacoma Creek.

SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES: Deer Valley Rd., Newport, complainant reports that sometime last night or this morning someone moved her no trespassing sign.

TRESPASSING: Hwy. 20, Ione, report of law enforcement out with a vehicle at the state pit.

SUSPICIOUS PERSON: S. Cass Ave., Newport, report that two suspicious males left residence and made loops around the block and then when they saw the complainant they turned around and started walking down 5th towards Scott.

TRANSPORT: Spokane Co. Jail, transporting two inmates to court.

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE VERBAL: N. Washington Ave., Newport, report of man chasing woman who is crying man grabbed and held woman.

ANIMAL PROBLEM: Valley View Drive, report of German shepherd trying to get into complainant’s fence, believe it is wanting to fight with her dog.

FRAUD: Leclerc Rd. N., report of embezzlement case.

FIRE: Spring Valley, report of building on fire.

BOATING PROBLEM: Pend Oreille River, report of rowboat floating on river half mile south of Ione Park, no one around.

NOISE COMPLAINT: S. Cass Ave., complainant can hear yelling, unknown if this is a party or a fight.

INTOXICATION: N. Hayford Rd., Airway Heights, report of intoxicated subject refusing to leave.

TRAFFIC HAZARD: Hwy. 31, report of tree blocking southbound lane of highway.

Friday, Oct. 21 THEFT: N. Hayford Rd., Airway Heights

FISH AND GAME: Indian Creek, Newport, report of hunting violation.

ARREST: N. Hayford Rd., Airway Heights, subject arrested on warrant.

PROWLER: Valley View Drive, Newport, complainant reports they heard someone walking around outside, tapping at kitchen window.

NOISE COMPLAINT: S. Washington Ave., Newport, report of neighbor playing drums all hours of night just about every night ongoing problem.

AGENCY ASSIST: W. Walnut St., Newport, report of Bonner deputy in parking lot attempting to locate a female subject.

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE VERBAL: N. Warren Ave., Newport, report that a call came into a staff member and on the open line they can hear a male and female possible domestic violence.

Wednesday, Oct. 19 ABANDONED VEHICLE: Cu-

DISTURBANCE: W. Walnut St., Newport, report of male getting aggressive at business.

MALICIOUS MISCHIEF: Hwy. 31, report that over 30 minutes ago someone relieved himself in the parking lot and took off.

SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES: Phay Rd., Elk, report that facility wants to speak to a deputy in regards to a missing resident.

ACCIDENT: LeClerc Rd. S., report of vehicle on the southbound side in the trees.

THEFT: Veit Rd., report of theft of cut firewood.

WEAPON OFFENSE: N. Hayford Rd., Airway Heights, report of subject with gun.

TRAFFIC OFFENSE: W. 5th St., Newport, report of mini motorcycle rider without helmet driving erratically.

SUSPICIOUS VEHICLE: Hwy. 2, Newport, report of white suburban that sped away from complainant’s shop about 10 minutes ago.

DISTURBANCE: Coyote Trail, complainant reports hearing gunshot after hearing two males yelling at each other, white truck sped away but came back.

TRAFFIC HAZARD: Hwy. 2, Newport, report of toilet in the roadway.

FIRE: Thompson Rd., report of forest fire in the area, third party report.

ERRATIC DRIVER: Hwy. 2, erratic driver, possibly a silver Dodge pickup.

THEFT: N. Hayford Rd., Airway Heights, theft of cash ticket from machine.

NOISE COMPLAINT: N. Scott Ave., report of loud music being played coming from house next to hospital admin building, ongoing issue.

ARREST: N. Hayford Rd., Airway Heights, one in custody for warrant.

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE: N. Hayford Rd., Airway Heights

Saturday, Oct. 22 SUSPICIOUS VEHICLE: S. Shore Diamond Lake Rd., report of occupied, possibly white truck parked along fence at the beach been there about a half hour.

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE VERBAL: W. 6th Ave. FOUND PROPERTY: S. Garden Ave., Newport, report of cell phone left in lobby during visiting.

RUNAWAY JUVENILE: Casey Rd., Newport SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES: S. Newport Ave., complainant concerned that children are eating cookies containing marijuana.

SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES: S. Cass Ave., report of a lot of activity in the alley, Jeep vehicle running the last 20 minutes by vacant lot, approximately two adults and three children.

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE PHYSICAL: N. Hayford Rd., Airway Heights

ERRATIC DRIVER: Green Rd. and Hwy. 2, Newport, report of blue car with Idaho plates driving erratically.

ANIMAL NOISE: Hwy. 20, Newport, report of ongoing problem with dogs barking.

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE VERBAL: Pauls Lane, Newport, complainant reports husband is threatening her.

West Bonner County

Monday, Oct. 17 ANIMAL PROBLEM: 2nd St., Priest River, report of dog running at large.

ARREST: Langille Canyon Rd., Oldtown, Daniel Barlow, 50, of Priest River was arrested for possession of methamphetamine.

ARREST: Kootenai Cutoff Rd., Ponderay, Jacob S. Dempewolf, 34, of Coolin was arrested for providing false information and possession of a controlled substance.

Tuesday, Oct. 18 RECKLESS DRIVING: Hwy. 2 and Franklin St., Priest River DRIVING WITHOUT PRIVILEGES: Lakeshore Drive, Sagle, report of a 24-year-old male from Priest River that was cited and released for driving without privileges and warned for possession of paraphernalia in the area of Highway 95.

TRAFFIC VIOLATION: Rocky Mountain Ranch Rd., Spirit Lake ABANDONED VEHICLE: Peregrine Rd. and Spirit Lake Cutoff, Spirit Lake

Wednesday, Oct. 19

AGENCY ASSIST: Hwy. 2, report of agency assist to look for runaway juvenile.

BATTERY: Blanchard Cutoff, Blanchard

PROWLER: Cass St., Newport, report of male with flashlight trying to get into car.

THEFT: Hwy. 57, Priest River

SUSPICIOUS PERSON: W. Hwy. 2

Thursday, Oct. 20 RECKLESS DRIVING: Hwy. 2, Priest River

ACCIDENT: N. Hayford Rd., Airway Heights, report of a red van was observed backing into the victim vehicle and the van left the lot

ARREST: Clagstone Rd., Spirit Lake, Michael C. Collins, 40, of Athol was arrested for possession of methamphetamine, possession of marijuana, and possession of paraphernalia.

ANIMAL NOISE: Hwy. 20, report of ongoing problem with dogs barking from this address.

DISORDERLY CONDUCT: Hwy. 41, Oldtown

THEFT: N. Hayford Rd., Airway Heights INTOXICATION: N. Hayford Rd., Airway Heights, report of male that refused to leave poker room and had to be physically removed, no charges.

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE VERBAL: LeClerc Rd. N. DOMESTIC VIOLENCE VERBAL: N. Hayford Rd., Airway Heights, report of female in custody, domestic violence assault.

Sunday, Oct. 23 TRESPASSING: Spring Hill Rd., Newport, complainant reports they can see people with flashlights on the property.

WANTED PERSON: N. Hayford Rd., Airway Heights, report of male in custody on Spokane County warrant.

JUVENILE: W. 7th St., report of 13-year-old daughter throwing things around apartment and screaming.

Friday, Oct. 21 ARREST: Old Priest River Rd., Oldtown, Robert J. Foust, 20, of Newport, was arrested for a Washington DOC warrant.

Saturday, Oct. 22 HUNTING AND FISHING VIOLATIONS: Old Priest River Rd. and Hoo Doo Loop, Oldtown SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCES: Peregrine Rd. and Cardinal Lane, Spirit Lake BURGLARY: E. Ockert St. S., Oldtown RUNAWAY JUVENILE: Silver Birch Lane, Oldtown CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE: E. 5th St. S. and S. Iowa Ave., Oldtown

Sunday, Oct. 23 SHOPLIFTING: Priest River ARREST: Hoo Doo Mountain Rd., Priest River, Dennis Hendrix, of Montana, was arrested for driving without privileges.

MALICIOUS INJURY TO PROPERTY: Blanchard Cutoff, Blanchard

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Tuesday, Nov. 1

Pend Oreille County Library District Board: 10 a.m. - District Office, Newport

Bonner County Commissioners: 8:45 a.m. - Bonner County Administrative Building

Public Hospital District No. 1 Board: 12:30 p.m.

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Pend Oreille County Commissioners: 9 a.m. Pend Oreille County Courthouse

Priest River Airport Board: 6:30 p.m. - Priest River City Hall

Pend Oreille PUD Commissioners: 10 a.m. - Newport PUD Offices

Lenora Water and Sewer District: 10 a.m. Skookum Rendezvous Lodge Bonner County Soil and Water Conservation District: 1:30 p.m. - USDA Office, 1224 Washington Ave., Ste. 101 West Pend Oreille Fire District: 6:30 p.m. - Fire Hall on Highway 57 Pend Oreille County Fair Board: 7 p.m. - Fairgrounds at Cusick Pend Oreille Fire District No. 5: 7 p.m. - Fire Station 51, 406722 Highway 20, Cusick

Wednesday, Nov. 2 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 Fire District No. 4 Commissioners: 6 p.m. Dalkena Fire Station No. 41 Diamond Lake Improvement Association: 6:30 p.m. - Diamond Lake Fire Station, Highway 2 Ione Town Council: 7 p.m.

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on or mailing to me at the address below a copy of the claim. The claim must be presented by the later of: Your right to know and be informed of the functions (a) Thirty (30) days after I served of your government are embodied in public notices.

In that self-government charges all citizens to be or mailed this Notice as provided in informed, this newspaper urges every citizen to read RCW 11.40.020(1)(c), or (b) Four (4) and study these notices. We strongly advise those months after the date of first publicacitizens seeking further information to exercise their tion of this Notice. If the claim is not right of access to public records and public meetings. presented within this time period, the claim will be forever barred except as provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective for 2016358 claims against both the Decedent’s PUBLIC NOTICE probate and non-probate assets.

SUPERIOR COURT OF Date of First Publication of this NoWASHINGTON tice: October 12, 2016 FOR PEND OREILLE COUNTY Francine J. Andersen, Personal NO. 16-4-00052-9 PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Representative Denise Stewart Attorney at Law (RCW 11.40.030) PLLC Estate of Ross S. Anderson, Associate AtWAYNE J. ANDERSEN, torney Deceased.

PO Box 301 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE The above Court has appointed Newport, WA 99156 me as Personal Representative (509) 447-3242 of Decedent’s estate. Any person having a claim against the Decedent Published in The Newport Miner on must present the claim: (a) Before October 12, 19 and 26, 2016. (37-3) the time when the claim would be __________________________ barred by any applicable statute of 2016359 limitations, and (b) In the manner PUBLIC NOTICE provided in RCW 11.40.070: (i) By SUPERIOR COURT OF filing the original of the claim with the WASHINGTON foregoing Court, and (ii) By serving

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FOR PEND OREILLE COUNTY NO. 16-4-00045-6 PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.030) Estate of ROBERT A. CLARK, Deceased.

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE The above Court has appointed me as Personal Representative of Decedent’s estate. Any person having a claim against the Decedent must present the claim: (a) Before the time when the claim would be barred by any applicable statute of limitations, and (b) In the manner provided in RCW 11.40.070: (i) By filing the original of the claim with the foregoing Court, and (ii) By serving on or mailing to me at the address below a copy of the claim. The claim must be presented by the later of: (a) Thirty (30) days after I served or mailed this Notice as provided in RCW 11.40.020(1)(c), or (b) Four (4) months after the date of first publication of this Notice. If the claim is not presented within this time period, the claim will be forever barred except as provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective for claims against both the Decedent’s probate and non-probate assets.

Date of First Publication of this Notice: October 12, 2016 Julie Wood, Personal Representative Suzanne M. Hale, Personal Representative Denise Stewart Attorney at Law PLLC PO Box 301 Newport, WA 99156 (509) 447-3242 Published in The Newport Miner on October 12, 19 and 26, 2016. (37-3) ___________________________ 2016360 PUBLIC NOTICE SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR PEND OREILLE COUNTY NO. 16-4-00051-1 NONPROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.42.030) Nonprobate Estate of HOWARD W. WILDIN, II, Deceased.

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE As Notice Agent, I have elected to give notice to Decedent’s creditors.

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Continued from 12B probate Notice to Creditors with the Court: • I had no knowledge of: • Any other person acting as Notice Agent, or • The appointment of a Personal Representative for Decedent’s probate estate in the state of Washington.

• According to the records of the Court that were then available: • No cause number regarding Decedent had been issued to any other Notice Agent, and • No Personal Representative of Decedent’s probate estate had been appointed.

Any person having a claim against Decedent must present the claim: • Before the time when the claim would be barred by any applicable statute of limitations, and • In the manner provided in RCW 11.42.070: • By filing with the Court the original of the signed Creditor’s Claim, and • By serving upon or mailing by first class mail to me at the address provided below a copy of the signed Creditor’s Claim.

The Creditor’s Claim must be presented by the later to occur of: • Thirty (30) days after I served or mailed this Notice to you as provided in RCW 11.42.020(2)(c), or • Four (4) months after the date of first publication of this Notice.

If the Creditor’s Claim is not presented within the foregoing time period, the claim will be forever barred except as provided in RCW 11.42.050 and 11.42.060. This bar is effective for claims against both the Decedent’s probate and non-probate assets.

In accordance with RCW 9A.72.085, I declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of Washington that the foregoing is true and correct to the best of my knowledge.

Date of First Publication: October 12, 2016 /s/Scott Reese, Notice Agent Address for Mailing or Service: Denise Stewart Attorney at Law PLLC PO Box 301 Newport WA 99156 Date of First Publication of this Notice: October 12, 2016.

2016357 PUBLIC NOTICE TOWN OF IONE PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held by the Ione Town Council in the Council Chambers, 112 Central Avenue, Ione, Washington 99139 at 7:10 p.m., Wednesday, November 2, 2016.

The purpose of the hearing is to provide for public comment on the 2017 Tax Levy. The 2017 preliminary budget for the Town of Ione will be on file in the Clerk’s office on Thursday, November 17, 2016. /s/ Sandy Hutchinson Clerk-Treasurer Published in The Newport Miner on October 19 and 26, 2016. (38-2) ___________________________ 2016368 PUBLIC NOTICE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS SPECIAL MEETING NOTICE OF BUDGET HEARING The Commission of Public Hospital District No.1 of Pend Oreille County, Washington will conduct a budget hearing to review the 2017 Public Hospital District budget beginning at 12:30 p.m. on November 14, 2016 at a Special District Board of Commissioners Meeting, Sandifur Meeting Room, hospital lower level.

The budget is available for public review in the main hospital district Administration office on November 1, 2016.

This notice is published as required

by RCW 70.44.060 (6) and RCW 42.30.

By Order of the Commission, Public Hospital District No.1 of Pend Oreille County Tom Wilbur CEO & Superintendent Published in The Newport Miner on October 19 and 26, 2016. (38-2) __________________________

2016369 PUBLIC NOTICE Lenora Water and Sewer District The Lenora Water and Sewer District Published in The Newport Miner on will hold their annual budget hearOctober 12, 19, and 26, 2016. (37-3) ing for the 2017 budget year at their regular scheduled public meeting on ____________________________ November 1, 2016 at 10:00. The meeting will take place at the Skookum Lodge located at 1432 Lenora Drive in Usk. The public is invited 2016352 to give comment. Any questions PUBLIC NOTICE call the Lenora office at 445-0888.

Diamond Lake Water and Sewer District is accepting resumes to fill Published in the Newport Miner on the vacant Commissioner Position October 19 and October 26, 2016.

No. 1 at the District office located at (38-2) 172 S. Shore Rd. Resumes will be ________________________ accepted until November 1, 2016.

Robert Graham, Chairman 2016370 Board of Commissioners PUBLIC NOTICE Superior Court, State of Washington, Published in The Newport Miner on County of Pend Oreille October 19 and 26, 2016. (38-2) Cause No. 15-4-00026-1 ____________________________ In the Matter of the Estate of: Douglas M. Anderson The Administrator named below has PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: been appointed and has qualified as All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to Administrator of this Estate. Persons the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise having a claim against the deceased “any preference, limitation or discrimination based must, prior to the time such claim on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status would be barred by any otherwise or national origin, or an intention, to make any such applicable statute of limitations, preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial serve their claim on the Administrastatus includes children under the age of 18 living tor or on the attorney of record at with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women the address stated below and file and people securing custody of children under 18. an executed copy of the claim with The newspaper will not knowingly accept any the Clerk of this Court within four (4) advertising or real estate which is in violation of the months after the date of first publicalaw. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings tion of this Notice, or within four (4) advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal months after the date of the filing opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination of the copy of this Notice with the call HUD toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. The toll-free Clerk of the Court, whichever is the telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800- later or, except under those provisions included in RCW 11.40.011 or 927-9275. (31tf) Section 4 of this Act, the claim will be forever barred.

Date of Filing Notice to Creditors with the Clerk of the Court: Date of First Publication: October 19, 2016 /s/Katrina Elkins, Administrator ATTORNEY FOR ESTATE: Gerri M. Newell, WSBA #29316 9016 East Indiana Ste C Spokane Valley, WA 99212

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Published in The Newport Miner on October 19, 26, and November 2, 2016 (38-3) ___________________________ 2016371 PUBLIC NOTICE BUDGET HEARING Pend Oreille County Cemetery District 1 will hold a public hearing at the regularly scheduled meeting on Wednesday, November 9 at 8:15 a.m. for the review and approval of the proposed budget for 2016. The meeting will be held at the Pend

Oreille Courthouse, 625 West 4th, Newport, Washington in the Election Board Meeting Room.

Published in The Newport Miner October 19 and 26, 2016.(38-2) ________________________ 2016374 PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT NO.1 OF PEND OREILLE COUNTY E L E C T R I C A L S E RV I C E A N D CREDIT POLICY REVISION A public hearing will be held at 6:00 p.m., November 1, 2016, so that the Board of Commissioners may consider revisions to the Electrical Service and Credit Policy.

The hearing will be held at the PUD Administration Building in the Newport Conference Room, 130 N. Washington, Newport, Washington.

The public is invited to attend and be heard.

Karen Willner Clerk of the Board Published in The Newport Miner on October 19 and 26, 2016. (38-2) ____________________________ 2016375 PUBLIC NOTICE SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON COUNTY OF PEND OREILLE Case No.: 16-4-00053-7 PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS RCW 11.40.030 THE ESTATE OF DAVID CALDER, DECEASED. The individual named below has been appointed executor of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time this claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving or mailing to the executor or the executor’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court in which the probate proceedings were commenced. The claim must be presented within the later of thirty days after the personal representative served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.20.(1)(c); or (2) four months after the date of the first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and RCW 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and non-probate assets.

Date of first publication: October 19, 2016 Personal Representative: Carol Olsen Attorney for Executor: Linda Mathis Address for mailing or service: PO Box 1440 Newport, WA 99156 Published in the Newport Miner on October 19, 26, and November 2, 2016. (38-3) ____________________________ 2016378 PUBLIC NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE PEND OREILLE COUNTY FAIR BOARD The annual meeting of the Pend Oreille County Fair Corporation is November 1, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. at the Pend Oreille County Fair Office. The presence of at least twenty corporation members (Pend Oreille County residents) is required to validate the election of Board Members.

Board members with terms expiring are: Barb Cordes, Cusick; Garth Hanson, Newport; Lori Hanson, Elk and Linda Zucht, Cusick. Nominees are: Barb Cordes, Cusick; Garth Hanson, Newport; Lori Hanson, Elk; Brittany Hedrick, Ione and Linda Zucht, Cusick. Opportunity for nominations from the floor will be provided at the meeting.

The nominating committee consisting of Amanda Driver, Kay Driver and Ryan Tellessen. For publication in the Newport Miner October 19 and October 26, 2016 has submitted this ballot.

The secretary of the Pend Oreille County Fair Corporation has submitted this change for publication in the Newport Miner October 19 and October 26, 2016.

LEGAL NOTICE Joyce L. Montgomery, Secretary /s/Joyce L. Montgomery Published in The Newport Miner on October 19 and 26, 2016. (38-2)

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___________________________ 2016363 PUBLIC NOTICE The Metaline Town Council will hold a Public Hearing at 6:45 p.m., November 9, 2016 in Town Hall Council Chambers located at 101 Housing Dr., Metaline, WA for the purpose of reviewing the Preliminary Budget for 2017 and fixing of the tax levies for 2017.

During the following regular council meeting on November 9, 2016 the Metaline Town Council will be adopting Ordinance #227, the Final Budget for 2017, and Resolution 2016-02, adopting the 2017 Tax Levy.

Copies of the Preliminary Budget may be obtained by the public October 27, 2016.

E. Diane Brown City Clerk-Treasurer Town of Metaline Published in the Newport Miner on October 26 and November 2, 2016.

(39-2) ___________________________ 2016379 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, November 4, 2016 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 on October 26 and November 2, 2016.

(39-2) __________________________ 2016383 PUBLIC NOTICE The Town of Metaline Falls 2017 Preliminary Budget is on file at the Clerk’s Office for review.

The Town of Metaline Falls will be holding a Public Hearing at 6:50 p.m. on November 8, 2016 in the Town of Metaline Falls City Hall to review and approve the Tax Levy Resolution 2016-04 for the 2017 Budget year.

During the regular scheduled meeting at 7:00 p.m. on the same date, Ordinance 333, the 2017 Annual Budget, will be presented for passage. For a full copy of Ordinance 333, please call 509-446-2211.

Tina Swink Clerk/Treasurer Town of Metaline Falls Published in The Newport Miner on October 26 and November 2, 2016.

(39-2) __________________________ 2016384 PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON COUNTY OF PEND OREILLE Case No. 16-4-00041-3 NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN RE: THE ESTATE OF: Edward L. Miltner, aka Leroy E. Miltner, Deceased.

The Personal Representative named below has been appointed as Personal Representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the personal representative or resident agent or the personal representatives attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the Court. The claim must be presented within the later of (1) thirty days after the personal representative served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(3); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets.

DATED this 18th day of October, 2016.

REDAL & REDAL /s/John E. Redal, WSBA#25801 Personal Representative Sandra L. Moran Attorney for Estate: John E. Redal Continued on 14B

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Continued from 13B 5431 N. Government Way, Suite 101A Coeur d’Alene, ID 83815 Telephone: 208-676-9999 Published in The Newport Miner on October 26, November 2, 9, and 16, 2016. (39-4) ___________________________ 2016385 PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF DIRECTOR NOMINATION OPENINGS IN DISTRICTS 1, 3 & 5 OF THE POC WEED BOARD AND HEARING TO SELECT RECOMMENDATIONS OF APPOINTMENT Nominations for Director in Districts 1, 3 and 5 of the Pend Oreille County Noxious Weed Control Board will open October 26, 2016. Applications are available for pick up from the Weed Board Office at 227-B South Garden Ave, East Wing, Newport or they can be mailed to you. You may contact us by phone, 509-4472402, FAX, 509-447-6477, email, noxweedinfo@pendoreille.org, or mail, PO Box 5085, Newport, WA 99156.

Applicants must live in the District of application to qualify for nomination.

Preference given to farmers in agricultural production. Nominations will close December 7, 2016 and all applications will need to be returned to the Weed Board office by Friday, December 9th at 4:30 PM. District 1 includes the southernmost end of the county including Diamond Lake and the western edge north to Tacoma Peak. District 3 includes Furport, north along the river, including the east half of Cusick and Kalispel Tribal Lands, until past River

Bend, then north to the east of Sullivan Lake. District 5 includes the northwestern corner of the county from Tiger to the Canadian border.

A hearing will be held at the regularly scheduled December 14, 2016 Weed Board meeting at 2:15 PM in the Weed Board Office to select recommendations of nominees for appointment to the County Weed Board to forward to the Pend Oreille Board of County Commissioners for appointment consideration.

Published in The Newport Miner on October 26 and November 2, 2016.

(39-2) __________________________ 2016386 PUBLIC NOTICE Chippewa Water and Sewer District Commissioners will hold a budget hearing for the purpose of fixing and adopting the 2017 budget at their November 02, 2016 meeting at 6:00 p.m. at the water office at 424 McInnis Street.

Published in The Newport Miner on October 26 and November 2, 2016.

(39-2) ___________________________ 2016388 PUBLIC NOTICE Combined Notice of Application and Action Pend Oreille County did on October 14, 2016 receive a complete Shoreline Substantial Development Permit Application, SEPA Environmental Checklist, and associated documents from Greg Morris and did on October 20, 2016, issue a Determination of Completeness for a bank stabilization project on the Pend Oreille River. (FILE NO.

SSDP-16-020), Location: 1462 Larch Lane; Parcel# 433502528068 An Environmental Checklist under the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) was prepared by the applicant on October 14, 2016 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 November 10, 2016.

Required Permits: Shoreline Substantial Development Permit (Pend Oreille County), Floodplain Development Permit (Pend Oreille County), Hydraulic Project Approval (WDFW) Army Corp of Engineers (Approval Letter) Dated: October 24, 2016 Published in The Newport Miner on October 26 and November 2, 2016.

(39-2) ___________________________ 2016389 PUBLIC NOTICE Combined Notice of Application and Action Pend Oreille County did on October 7, 2016 receive a complete Shoreline Substantial Development Permit

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Application, SEPA Environmental Checklist, and associated documents from Boyd Gwiazda and did on October 19, 2016, issue a Determination of Completeness for a stairs access with ramp and dock project on the Pend Oreille River. (FILE NO. SSDP-16-021), Location: 1411 E. Joyner; Parcel# 433604519005 An Environmental Checklist under the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) was prepared by the applicant on August 1, 2016 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 November 10, 2016.

Required Permits: Shoreline Substantial Development Permit (Pend Oreille County), Floodplain Development Permit (Pend Oreille County), Hydraulic Project Approval (WDFW) Army Corp of Engineers (Approval Letter) Dated: October 24, 2016 Published in The Newport Miner on October 26 and November 2, 2016.

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