Wild Card/Thursday -- 11.13.14
Have you ever had one of those days when that you woke up to the alarm sounding -- and had no idea what day of the week it was? That happened to me today. I figured it wasn't Saturday because I never set the alarm…
THURSDAY, NOV. 13, 2014
Parting Shot -- 11.13.14
Lakeland Junior High School teachers Jeni Nelson, left and Taylor Skidmore congratulate each other after a marathon ticket scratching during the Idaho Lottery annual Scratch for Schools event in at The Coeur d'Alene Inn Conference Center in Coeur d'Alene today. More than 50 northern Idaho…
Teacher Kills, Skins Rabbit In Class
At KTVB, Katie Terhune reports: A 10th grade biology teacher (at a Nampa high school) apologized after a lesson last week aimed at teaching students where their food comes from left some feeling a little queasy. "A teacher brought in a rabbit, and did a…
Top Comments -- 11.13.14
Top Comment -- Sam Crawford (RE: A well-written local history?): 20 or 25 years ago Robert Singletary wrote a weekly article in the CDA Press, each week featuring a different part of local history. Robert knows as much or more than anyone about our history.…
PM Scanner Traffic -- 11.13.14
5:25 p.m. Possible DUI driver tossing cigarettes out window, swerving @ I-90/Post Falls area. 5:17 p.m. Texting male almost hit 2 vehicles on I-90 before exiting @ H41/Post Falls. 4:57 p.m. Resident's outdoor fire is smoking up neighborhood @ 2500 block of Canyon/CdA. 4:45 p.m.…
Leaf Pickup Progressing Smoothly
As of Thursday afternoon, Coeur d’Alene street department crews had picked up leaves throughout the downtown/Sanders Beach area. Leaves in neighborhoods north of Sherman Avenue to Harrison Avenue and west to 11th have also been removed. Today, crews will begin moving westward from 15th Street…
Ed Board OKs Tiered Licensing Rule
The state Board of Education has voted unanimously in favor of the new tiered licensing rule for teachers, as amended. Board member Richard Westerberg made the motion, and member Debbie Critchfield seconded the motion/Eye on Boise. More here.
Waiting For Ybarra (To Act)
Sherri Ybarra isn’t saying much about her transition as state superintendent-elect — or about her plans when she takes office in January. So local education officials are in waiting mode. They aren’t sure what to expect, so they’re also hoping for the best. “I need…
HucksOnline Blogos -- 11.13.14
"The Working Man," by artist Terry Lee, is shown at the Sixth Street entrance to McEuen Park on Veterans Day Tuesday. The $50,000 sculpture was given to the city of Coeur d'Alene by Dean and Cindy Haagenson upon completion of the park overhaul earlier this…
Idaho IEN Legal Fees Near $1M
Idaho’s legal fees to defend its now-voided contract for the Idaho Education Network high school broadband service have now climbed to nearly $1 million. A 4th District judge voided the $60 million contract this week, throwing into doubt the fate of the broadband and video-conferencing…
Idaho F&G Nixes News Trapping Rules
Rather than making new rules to restrict trapping in Idaho, state Fish and Game commissioners say they prefer to have trappers take educational classes to reduce the chance that dogs will be caught in deadly body-gripping traps. Meeting this morning in Post Falls, the Idaho…
GOP Picks McConnell To Lead Senate
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell of Kentucky. smiles during a news conference on Capitol Hill in Washington today, after Senate Republicans voted on leadership positions for the 114th Congress. McConnell was selected by affirmation as the new U.S. Senate majority leader. From left are, Sen.…
UI 3rd On Idaho College Debt List
At the Idaho Statesman, Bill Roberts reports: "Boise State University’s average student debt among graduating seniors with loans rose 2 percent in 2013, according to a report Thursday from the Project on Student Debt. Boise State’s average debt was $27,948 in 2013, up more than…
Local Girl Competes In Martial Arts
At KREM2, Frances Wang reports: "Legacy Mixed Martial Arts in North Idaho is a place where people can train and compete in mixed martial arts. Some even use the space simply to workout. However, there is one person who is a little different than the…
Obama To Overhaul Immigration?
In the Wall Street Journal, Laura Meckler reports: "President Barack Obama could announce executive actions overhauling the immigration system as early as next week, though White House officials continue to debate the best timing for a move that is already setting off loud Republican protests.…
On The Waterfront -- 11.13.14
I saw workers putting the finishing touches for the Christmas holiday display on the Boardwalk. I heard the first vehicle with studded snow tires whiz by -- a white PT Cruiser. I visited "The American Worker" statue, donated by Dean & Cindy Haagenson, to the…
A Well-Written, Local History?
Earlier this week, Dave, a friend of mine, and I were discussing books about local history. He had his favorites. I had mine. We discussed one writer who deserves community credit for chronicling local history. But wasn't much of a writer. I challenged my friend,…
Utility Box Features Linda's Photos
How about joining me for a monster Hat Tip to Linda Lantzy/Idaho Scenic Images, whose splendid outdoor photography is displayed on a utility box at the corner of 3rd & Harrison. Saaalute ...
AM Scanner Traffic -- 11.13.14
11:51 a.m. Someone is threatening to stab someone else in tenant dispute on Wild Rose Lane/Post Falls. 11:39 a.m. A dog sets off burglary alarm at a Post Falls home. 11:26 a.m. ISP officer stopping to investigate low-impact, 2-car crash @ H95/Kathleen, CdA. 11:21 a.m.…
Riverfront Clock Tower Still Elegant
The iconic Riverfront Park clock tower started its life as the centerpiece of the Great Northern Railroad depot, finished in 1902. For decades it cast its shadow over Spokanites rushing to board trains and it watched thousands of freight cars rumble past. But by the…
Dental Fears?
There was a time in my life when I avoided dentists, unless forced to see them as a result of pain. That cost me back when. Now, I'm fairly comfortable sitting in a dentist chair for regular cleanings and repair work. I had a cracked…
Poll: We Envy Snow Birds
Wednesday Poll: Most of us would go somewhere else for the winter, if we could afford to do so. 99 of 173 respondents (57.23%) said they would migrate to warmer climes, if given the opportunity and financial ability. 67 of 173 respondents (38.73%) said they…
KCSDeputies Leaving For Higher Pay
At KREM2, Ryan Pitts reports: "Crime fighting has taken a hit as sheriff's deputies have been quitting their jobs over lousy pay in Kootenai County. Deputy Jeff Howard has been a part of the Kootenai County Sheriff's Department for four years and has 20 people…
AM Headlines -- 11.13.14
Tom Hanson, a longtime artist in Spokane Valley, has found a curious niche: painting fishing flies with his modern art flair. The paintings and prints highlighting flies are selling all over the world within the upscale fly-fishing community. Story here. (SR photo: Colin Mulvany)
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