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FINANCIAL TIMES

Don’t Let Low Rates Sink Your Retirement Plans BROUGHT TO YOU BY EDWARD JONES

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ver the past few years, if you’ve taken out a mortgage or another consumer loan, you’ve probably welcomed the low interest rates you may have received. But as an investor, if you’ve kept any retirement savings in fixed-rate investment vehicles, you may have seen low rates in a less favorable light. And that’s why it may be time for you take a closer look at your financial strategy for working toward the retirement lifestyle you’ve envisioned.

Of course, you can always hope that interest rates will rise, and perhaps they will. As you may know, the Federal Reserve has kept interest rates at record lows in recent years to stimulate lending and thereby boost the economy. But rates can’t get much lower, and if inflation were to heat up, the Fed could reverse course by starting to raise rates.

However, if you’re going to do a good job of building financial assets for retirement, you really can’t afford to play “wait-andsee” with interest rates. Instead, consider the following moves: Rebalance your portfolio. No matter what your situation, it’s a good idea to periodically rebalance your investment portfolio to help ensure it still reflects your risk tolerance, time horizon and long-term goals. If you’re concerned about low rates harming your future investment income, you have more reason than ever to review your portfolio and make adjustments as needed, relative to your objectives.

For example, if it seems that your portfolio has become “over weighted” in any one vehicle, you may need to change your investment mix, keeping in mind your individual risk tolerance.

Redefine “retirement.” Retiring from one career doesn’t have to mean retiring from work altogether. If you decide to work part time, do some consulting or even open your own small business, you may be able to earn enough income to take some of the “pressure” off your investment portfolio in terms of providing you with the money you need to live on during retirement. Also, by working during your nominal retirement years, you may be able to delay taking Social Security until you’re a little older, when your monthly checks can be larger.

Review your withdrawal strategy. During your retirement, the amount you choose to withdraw from your investments each year will depend on several factors, including the size of your portfolio and the amount of income it is providing. As

you chart your retirement strategy, you’ll need to factor in a realistic withdrawal rate.

Re-examine sources of investment income. You may want part of your retirement income to come from investments that offer protection of principal. If so, you don’t have to settle for the lowest-rate vehicles. By looking at the various alternatives and blending them with your overall portfolio, you may be able to boost your income without significantly increasing your investment risk.

In short, just because interest rates are low, you don’t have to lower your retirement expectations — as long as you plan ahead and explore your options.

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One of the biggest motivators we all should have when it comes to making a purchase locally is that a high percentage of that purchase does go directly back into our community.

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LOCAL BUZZ

Badger’s Tab McLaughlin HIGH SCHOOL NAMES THE NEW FOOTBALL COACH

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new era has begun for the Bonners Ferry Football program! Casey McLaughlin has been named head football coach; the school’s fourth head coach in the past three years. McLaughlin has been coaching in Sandpoint the past six years where he spent the last three as varsity defensive coordinator and assistant head coach.

McLaughlin was a part of a program that lead teams to a 91% winning percentage versus 4A schools over the past six years, 4 league championships and a state championship appearance.

When asked what is the one thing he would like the community to know about him, McLaughlin answered, “For the past ten years I have been coaching football. Now that I have had the opportunity to be under some great head coaches, I feel I am ready to be the head coach! My desire is to build a culture where players and coaches are challenged to maximize their potential both on and off the field. My goal as a coach and as an educator is to ignite a passion for life in those I am around. We are all capable of amazing things if we would be willing to dare greatly and to never settle for being average.”

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T “I am excited to be a Badger and to be part of this community.”

McLaughlin went on to say, “ I am not in Sandpoint any longer, I am in Bonners and I couldn’t have asked for a better opportunity than the one I have here.”

After a tumultuous 3-6 season McLaughlin is ready for the challenge, “I only see positives here, I don’t view this as challenging, but rather as an opportunity to establish a program in a great community.”

“We’re extremely excited to have someone with Casey’s integrity, work ethic, experience and energy,” Bonners Ferry athletic director Kris Knowles said.

McLaughlin went on to say, “there is a lot do and I am not wasting any time. There are great athletes here and they have been coached well. I will start the process of building my coaching staff soon and we will get after it.”

he former Badger Print & Mail is under new ownership and still offers many of the same services as before. Like UPS drop off and pick up, processing of United States Postal Service (USPS) parcels and shipping via the only Authorized Federal Express (FedEx) Ship Center in the Bonners Ferry area. They also offer other services such as computer workstations, private mailboxes, faxing and black & white as well as color photocopying at very competitive rates.

The announcement is that Paul Neustrom & Ian Schrom have launched a new local eBay or Craig’s List type of service known as Bonner Buy and Sell. People can go online and do a basic listing for FREE or have their items listed by coming in to their store and filling out a form for as little as a $1.00 dollar. They will even list the items on Craig’s List and eBay if needed. Shipping services can be handled through Badger Shipping. The website is located at BonnerBuyandSell.com.

The Badger Ship Center hours are 9am to 5:30pm, Monday to Friday and is located in with Photos Plus, next to the Bonners Ferry Veterinarian Clinic in front of the Pizza Factory at 6653 Main Street Bonners Ferry, Idaho 83805. The phone is 208.267.1637.

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BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT

Thick ‘n’ Thin Beams & Flooring OWNERS GARY AND ANNE REGEHR AND SON BRANDON

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hick ‘n’ Thin Beams & Flooring is a family owned full-service sawmill located in the beautiful mountains of Northern Idaho. Owned and operated by lifelong Idaho residents Gary and Anne Regehr and son Brandon, Thick ‘n’ Thin Beams and Flooring was opened in 2007 to expand their existing logging business into milled products taking their business full circle from the forest to the building.

Our family’s commitment to you is to provide quality craftsmanship mill products at competitive prices with outstanding customer service both before and after each sale.

With over 45 years of combined experience in the timber and wood products industry, Gary and Brandon excel at creating high quality wood products for residential and commercial builders, architects and designers, both locally and nationwide. We have the benefit of working in an area where beautiful wood abounds which allows us to hand select the very best for our customers. Always conscious of the wellbeing of our forests, at TNT Beams, we strive to utilize wood due to bug-kill, wild fire or blown down trees. No part of the wood is ever wasted, as all by-products of the milling process are sold locally as sawdust, wood shavings and firewood.

Custom orders are welcomed at TNT Beams. Whether you are looking for custom sized Beams, Flooring, Siding, Moulding, or specialty pieces for mantles, archways, desks, countertops, etc., Thick ‘n’ Thin Beams and Flooring can meet your specific needs. Our flexibility and design process allows us to quickly turnaround your custom job. With plenty of logs on hand in the yard, we can begin quickly when your order is received!

Let us help you bring your vision to reality today! Come see our samples and inventory at our office located in Bonners Ferry at 4355 Cow Creek Road or check us out on our website at www.tntbeams.com. Office phone: 208.267.1330.

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6471 Bonner Street Bonners Ferry, Idaho 208.267.3100 or 800.235.4103 BEAMS AND FLOORING/HOME INTERIOR Thick ‘n’ Thin Your hometown sawmill for builders, remodelers and do-it-yourself-ers.

355 Cow Creek Road Bonners Ferry, Idaho 208.267.1330 CANCER SERVICES Community Cancer Services www.communitycancerservices.org 1215 Michigan Street, Suite B Sandpoint, Idaho 208.255.2301 COFFEE Evans Brothers Coffee available at Well Life Pharmacy and Harvest Foods. 524 Church Road by the historic granary tower in Sandpoint Idaho.

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FURNITURE Beck’s Furniture 6443 McCall Street Bonners Ferry, Idaho 1.888.267.0914 or 208.267.7267 Managhan’s Furniture Inc. Low prices to fit any budget.

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Dr. Pamela Svec, D.C. 6514 Main Street Bonners Ferry, Idaho 208.267.7355

Well Life Pharmacy and Cafe 6603 Main Street Bonners Ferry, Idaho 208.267.0726 PHONE SERVICE E.T. Wireless - Verizon Wireless 6665 Main Street Bonners Ferry, Idaho 208.267.7100 PHOTOGRAPHY Angela Mock http://www.facebook.com/profile. php?id=100002301620562 angelinamock@yahoo.com 208.304.5124 SHIPPING Badger Shipping Parcel rates like the post office!

6653 Main Street Bonners Ferry, Idaho 208.267.1637 TAX SERVICES Rhoads Tax Service Gary R. Rhoads, Tax Specialist. www.rhoadstax.com.

6476 Main Street, Suite B Bonners Ferry, Idaho 208.267.5889 SALON Mane Street Hair Full service salon.

6451 McCall Street, Suite A Bonners Ferry, Idaho 208.267.1170 TANNING Badger’s Den Cafe, espresso and tanning 6551 Main Street Bonners Ferry, Idaho 208.267.1486 VARIETY STORE Huckleberry Variety Things for everyday and those special occasions.

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HEALTH AND BEAUTY

Tips for Your Skin & Body FEEL HEALTHY AND BEAUTIFUL 1. Start off with fruit, low carbohydrate, high protein for breakfast or brunch. Fruit is the natural candy of the world.

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Safe Exercising for Seniors LEARN HOW TO EXERCISE SAFELY

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any seniors find themselves wanting to exercise more often and might even think about joining a gym but are worried that their bodies just won’t be able to take the exertion. While your body is definitely not the same as it was when you were 20, research has shown that a regular exercise program is extremely beneficial. Studies conducted have concluded that the physical decline we normally associate with aging may not have to do with aging at all, but a lack of physical activity that usually happens when people get older. But it’s not too late!

Developing a safe exercise program brings you closer to a healthier, active lifestyle, which is extremely important. Here are some tips for exercising safely to optimize your results and reduce the risk of injury.

Cardio Exercise Come up with a plan for how you will attack each cardio session. A few times a week do short, intense exercise and on alternate days do longer, less intense exercise. Machines like ellipticals and stationary bikes are ideal as they are much easier on your joints than treadmills.

Know Your Limits It’s very important that you know your body. Being able to tell the difference between a good level of exercise and when you are pushing yourself too hard is absolutely crucial to your well-being. Talk to your doctor about your wish to exercise more frequently. If you know what you shouldn’t do and specific warning signs, you will be able to keep your exercising as safe as possible and know when to slow down before your body suffers any serious harm.

Utilize Personal Trainers When you are first beginning to exercise, schedule a few sessions with a personal trainer. Make sure you share with them any important information or advice that your doctor gave you and together you can begin to develop a program that is safe, but effective.

Strength Training – Free Weights and Resistance Bands Using free weights and resistance bands are a great, safe way to combat muscle loss that can be so prevalent with age. For some seniors, these are often a much better workout choice than using weights machines.

Exercising is essential to staying healthy, fit, and slowing the effects of aging. Talk to a friend and join a gym as exercise buddies. Having a support system in place is key to your success! And, perhaps most important of all, remember to have fun! Any safe exercise is good exercise so don’t stop gardening, taking walks with your spouse around your neighborhood, or chasing after your grandchildren!

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS

FEBRUARY 15TH - MARCH 15TH February 17 through 26 - Sandpoint Winter Carnival. Every year in the dead of winter, Sandpoint cooks up a sure antidote to cabin fever. Pure fun celebrating the best of the snowy season…indoors and out. Go to sandpointwintercarnival.com to get a full list of events.

February 21 & March 6, 12 - Winter Goldsprints. Come watch these exciting bike races on rollers with the forks fixed.

Two riders will battle it out head-to-head for 500 meters with speeds in excess of 60 mph in front of a cheering crowd. Races are at Laughing Dog Brewing in Ponderay at 6pm. greasyfingersbikes.com.

February 2, 24, 25 and March 1, 2, 3 - Walk-AMile. Musical Theater with Dinner. Walk A Mile is centered around both serious and comic reflections on life’s journey from birth to death and beyond. Dinner starts at 6pm with the performance starting at 7pm. Tickets are $20 for dinner theater or $10 for the show only. The Pearl Café will be serving meat or vegetarian lasagna, garlic bread, caesar salad and desert.

February 24, 25 - Outrageous Air Show.

Olympic skiers join local talent in a Big Air Show for a spectacular evening of entertainment on Schweitzer Mountain.

Crazy themed parties follow in Taps.

February 28 through March 2 - Buck Chuck Night. The last Tuesday of every month, area performers gather at The Pearl Theater for an evening of sharing music, theater, comedy, dance, etc. All performers are welcome. Entrance is free to performers and $5 for non-performers.

Doors open at 6pm when you can enjoy hot pizza, sodas, coffee, wine, beer and for dessert, giant chocolate chip cookies.

Show begins at 7pm.

March 2, 3, 4 - Gun and Horn Show.

The Sandpoint Fairgrounds is hosting the annual Bonner County Gun & Horn Show, Friday from 12pm-6pm, Saturday 9am-6pm, and Sunday from 9am3pm. A weekend pass can be purchased for $10 or entry fee per person is $4, kids 11 and under get in free.

March 3 - Penguin Plunge. TAKE THE PLUNGE For Special Olympics Idaho. The Penguin Plunge is a unique opportunity for individuals, organizations and businesses to support Special Olympics Idaho athletes by gathering pledges and plunging into icy cold water!

Registration begins at 10am at the Deep Creek Boat Launch on the Kootenai River. Come take the plunge at noon.

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March 6 - Boundary County Republican Caucus. Bonners Ferry High School doors open at 5pm with voting beginning at 6pm.

Registered Boundary County voters must have declared Republican party affiliation to be eligible to vote.

March 10 - Educational Seminars.

Carter Country Presents the 2nd in a three part series with Dr. Bob Stoll, DVM. This month’s seminar will be discussing felines. Meeting will be held at the Panhandle Health Building at 322 Marion Street in Sandpoint at 2pm.

March 11 - Grom Stomp. Presented by Oakley, this freestyle event is for skiers and boarders ages 6 - 11. Schweitzer will create a “grom sized” slopestyle and ridercross course specially designed for this event.

March 16 - Backcountry Film Festival.

Enjoy an evening of outdoor films highlighting the beauty and fun of the winter backcountry experience at the Pearl Theater. Door prizes, raffle and a no host bar will be provided. The Café will be serving its signature “bottomless bowl of soup.” Doors open at 6pm with the films starting at 7pm. Tickets are $5 and will be sold at the door. 208.265.9565.

March 16, 17, 18 - Stomp Games.

Presented by Smith Optics, this is the Northwest’s premiere ski and snowboard freeride competition. Featuring Ridercross and Slopestyle competitions!

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