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14 Good News

Goodwill’s celebration of excellence.

17 Home & Essentials The latest tips and trends.

25 Life & Community Great local events and stories.

29 Business Spotlight Taking the first step.

34 Athletes of the Month SHS Dance and Cheer

53 Health & Lifestyle Tips and informational articles about living a healthy, active lifestyle.

36 Hometown Experts 59 Food & Drink Your chosen local experts.

39 Arts & Entertainment

Monthly calendar of great local events, music and shows.

64 Destination Northwest

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The comedian Robin Williams once said, “Spring is nature’s way of saying — Let’s Party!” I think it sums up perfectly the feeling we have when the days are warmer, the sun stays out a bit later and the trees and flowers begin to spring to life again. We have more energy, and it seems much easier to accomplish those things on our “to-do” lists. We clean out closets and dig deep to do some spring-cleaning.

Spring is also a time for rebirth and change. While the New Year is often a time to vow to make certain changes in our lives, spring can inspire the same resolutions. It’s a good time to sit back and reflect on just what you want to change in this time of rebirth. Possibly you want to breathe new life into your relationships by setting aside more time to spend with those who are important to you. Or how about spending more time in nature, whether it is hiking, gardening or taking up a new outdoor activity. Many of us look forward to the farmers markets that come to life with fresh fruits and vegetables.

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This month we will be recognizing World Health Organization Day on April 7. The theme for this year is food safety. It is a good time to take inventory of the food you are eating. Where did the ingredients come from? Are they locally sourced? The World Health Organization is calling on producers, policy-makers and the public to promote food safety and ensure that our food is handled in a safe manner from farm to table.

As we go forth into spring, take time to literally and figuratively stop and smell the roses. And you may want to plant some vegetables in your garden too! Whatever you do to experience the spring season, remember it’s nature’s way of saying – Let’s Party!

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Many in North Idaho and beyond are choosing to take in the beautiful views of our lakes and mountains by air — just another way to appreciate the landscape of our area. As Sandpoint becomes more well-known, many are choosing to fly and recreate to our hidden treasure we call home. There are also many locals, such as local residents Jay and Pamela White, who utilize the benefits of both Sandpoint and Coeur d’Alene airports while recreationally flying their Kit Fox airplane. They are captured here on the shore of Lake Pend Oreille in a photo taken by Jessica Herbig.

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GOODNEWS

A Celebration of Excellence Honoring those who make a difference.

By Heather Alexander, Goodwill Industries of the Inland Northwest.

On March 12, 490 people from across North Idaho and eastern Washington gathered at the Spokane Convention Center to celebrate a year of excellence and achievements at Goodwill’s annual Award & Recognition Night.

Newby, who was killed in action in Iraq in July 2011.

Goodwill honored 28 individuals and organizations with awards, recognizing their excellence in 2014. “Tonight we celebrate you, your excellence, your successes and your partnerships,” Clark Brekke, president and CEO of Goodwill Industries of the Inland Northwest told attendees. Several individuals and organizations from the communities of Coeur d’Alene, Sandpoint and Ponderay were honored at this year’s ceremony.

In 2014, Newby-ginnings helped over 150 veterans in SSVF obtain furniture for their new homes. Many times, when a veteran gets housed with the help of SSVF, they have little more than the clothes on their backs. This is where partners such as Newby-ginnings are such a crucial piece of the success puzzle for these individuals and families. “The furniture and household items she so graciously assists with allow veterans to have their own space that is comfortable and inviting,” said Fawn Schott, General Manager of Grant Funded Programs for Goodwill. “This is a huge boost to their independence.”

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2014 Employer of the Year: Coeur d’Alene School District

For decades, Goodwill has sought out partnerships with other organizations and businesses, working together and sharing resources as we offer a hand up to individuals who are facing barriers in their lives. Newbyginnings, located in Coeur d’Alene, began partnering with Goodwill’s Supportive Services for Veterans Families (SSVF) program in early 2014, providing support to previously homeless veterans who are securing stable housing.

Theresa Hart founded Newby-ginnings in memory of her son, U.S. Army Specialist Nick

Community employment opportunities are an important part of Goodwill’s mission to help people become independent. Many businesses throughout eastern Washington and North Idaho partner with Goodwill each year, opening job opportunities to men and women who need the chance for a hand up.

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In 2014, Coeur d’Alene School District provided opportunities for job seekers enrolled in Goodwill’s Working Solutions program.

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Bryan Martin, maintenance director for Coeur d’Alene School District, was inspired to be part of the solution when he learned about the services Goodwill’s Working Solutions program offers. Bryan and several colleagues partnered with Goodwill and opened new doors to employment. “Customers and employees alike left in awe of their professionalism, knowledge and guidance,” praised Briana Richardson, Working Solutions regional manager in Coeur d’Alene. “The school district has offered to come to Job Club again when need be, work with our customers and keep us up to date on open positions. Together, we were able to better help our people feel more confident and prepared for long-term employment in the district.”

2014 Achiever of the Year: Christi Mosier The Achiever of the Year Award recognizes the accomplishments of a Goodwill participant who becomes employed by Goodwill Industries of the Inland Northwest.

Christi Mosier was referred to Goodwill’s Working Solutions program. She arrived excited, ready and willing to get to work. Mosier had been a helper for her family for many

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She was anxious to transition to a paying job to support her new family. Her positive attitude and strong work ethic impressed our staff immediately. She frequently spent her time helping other participants and job club members in their efforts. Mosier’s attitude and effort made such an impression on staff that they encouraged her to apply when a position opened in the Working Solutions’ office. “She has become a beacon of light at our office,” praised Michelle Garrett, employment retention specialist for Working Solutions. Garrett added, “We can count on Christi to give a helping hand and go above and beyond to help our customers. The timid, kind girl that came into our program is now a shining star within our organization, and we are so proud of her.”

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2014 Award of Excellence: Chris Schilling, Ponderay Goodwill Store Manager Chris Schilling joined the Goodwill family in 2009, starting first collecting and sorting donations at the Ponderay Goodwill store.

Staff describe Schilling as constantly striving to improve his skills. He was constantly looking to learn more and grow. In the last several years, Schilling has been promoted several times. In early 2013, he was promoted to facility manager. “Chris is one of those individuals who seeks to help other people, to do things well, and make a difference,” said Heather Alexander, director of marketing.

Schilling is frequently seen helping at events in other regions for Goodwill. In 2014, Schilling was promoted to a regional manager role, which enables him to share his passion, energy and skills with other facilities as needed. Schilling’s facility leadership team in Ponderay praised him, saying, “Chris provides a great example of a positive and optimistic work attitude, willingness to listen and answer questions, and outstanding customer service.”

Goodwill’s employees and programs are spurred on by the challenge that Goodwill’s founder, Edgar J. Helms, gave shortly before he passed away. Helms said, “Remain unsatisfied until each person in your community has an opportunity to achieve their fullest potential.”

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“You’ve sorted my undies; so I suppose it’s OK for you to help me again tomorrow,” Margaret said with a twinkle in her eye as her tired body leaned against the walker. Newly diagnosed Parkinson’s was quickly stealing her independence as she struggled to maintain balance.

Her daughter, Carol, evaluated options from her own home out of state. Somehow, from afar, she had to move Mom into the safety and care of a senior living community. Fortunately, Carol was quickly introduced to a unique type of assistance that would go far beyond what a mover could provide. Often partnering with a moving company, a Senior Move Manager® offers expertise, oversight and compassion during a senior’s transition to a new living space.

A Senior Move Manager’s® (SMM) work can begin hours, days or weeks prior to the arrival of a moving company. The SMM will get to know Mom, establish trust and help sort her most private and closely held belongings.

She’ll measure furniture and create a floor plan, make a moving schedule, ensure family members have arranged for continuity of care and oversee the transition in order to ease stress levels on family members.

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Before the movers pack the kitchen, the SMM® will sort the food, throwing out expired items that cause illness. Aware that the small area rugs are tripping hazards, she’ll make sure they are left behind.

The movers do a very specific job of getting belongings from one location to another, while a SMM® looks at the entire transition.

She knows Mom will need a quiet, warm place to go when her doors are open and people are traipsing through her house. She’ll realize Mom hasn’t had any food and needs a bite to eat. She’ll even suggest improvements for making her new home as safe as possible.

By evening, Mom’s boxes will be unpacked, her bed made just the way she likes it and her pictures hung on the wall. And after the move, her Senior Move Manager® will visit to make sure she’s settled in happily.

If your loved one is moving soon, review your options thoughtfully. Hiring a member of the National Association of Senior Move Managers will ensure high ethics, compassion, efficiency, organization, safety and responsiveness to your needs and wants.

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A Coach in Your Corner

Quick! When you hear “life coach,” what comes to mind? If your response is a bit murky, you’re not alone. Life coaching emerged in the ’60s and ’70s, but didn’t evolve into a profession until the ’90s. Perhaps you’ve heard of life coaches, but chances are you haven’t hired one, and it’s quite possible you don’t know anyone who has.

Anyone serious about sports has a coach to bring out their best. If you’re a parent supporting your child in their chosen sport, you want a coach who not only teaches the basics, but who will develop your child in the nuances of the sport. Whether it’s perfecting a swim stroke, getting a great jump off the blocks in a track meet or excelling in soccer, football or hockey, you expect the coach to maximize their performance. Perhaps the word “coach” conjures up a picture of sweaty teens focused on someone blowing a whistle and barking orders, so it may be difficult to see the coach as a partner.

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Life Coaching A life coach provides a structure for success that supports their clients.

The coach trains the mind as well as the body, and provides structures to: • Set performance goals • Address limiting beliefs

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• Develop and maintain a vision • Deal with stress • Measure and analyze performance • Maintain motivation (and more!)

Let’s shift gears and ask, “What does it mean to have ‘a coach in your corner’ in life?”

A life coach provides a structure for success that supports their client to generate results – whether it is to become faster, more consistent or have less stress – you fill in the blank. The best life coaches know your answers are within you. Ralph Waldo Emerson said, “What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us.” If you hire a life coach, you hire a partner skilled in releasing your potential.

Life-coaching is based on two things: focused conversations and powerful questions. Though we engage in conversations to convey information, cement social ties or pass the time, a coaching conversation is different. It requires planning and follow-through. It’s strategic. Powerful questions cause you to think in new ways. When people are told something, they don’t have to think, and it raises little awareness, motivation or creativity. Powerful questions raise

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Does anyone really have the kind of house we see on Pinterest? You know, neat and tidy, lots of windows streaming in rays of natural light and perfect pillow placement on their beds and sofas? I guess it’s possible — if they have shipped their kids and dogs to the grandparents for a week, hired a cleaning crew and pulled out the pristine linens from their new packaging.

If you’re like me, you are tired after working all day, and the last thing you want to do when you come home is cook, clean and “Pinterest” your house. I’m feeling pretty on top of the world if I can squeeze a workout in there sometime too.

I recently read an article about how to keep your house “company ready.” It listed things that people with clean houses do habitually.

Here are some of their — not so realistic — suggestions:

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Make your bed before you leave in the morning or at least pull the comforter up and smooth it out if you’re in a rush. I’m imagining the confused look of my dogs when they jump on the bed to assume their napping positions as soon as I’m out the door.

Do a load of laundry every day. I didn’t know this was optional.

Don’t procrastinate. Pick up messes immediately — the longer you wait, the harder they are to deal with. Last week I found a caramel container stuck to one of the back seats in my Suburban. Trying to pull it off, I quickly realized two things. One, it was going to be “hard to deal with,” and two, the

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plastic part covered up most of the sticky caramel anyway. Yup. It’s still there.

Never go to bed with a dirty kitchen. Right.

Where am I going with all this? I’m saying that none of us should be apologizing for what some might consider a dirty house.

We should consider it “lived in.” Instead of cleaning up while we’re cooking, we are going to be helping our kids with homework, we should be dancing around when a good song comes on, and yes, do leave those dishes for another time.

Whenever I go to someone’s house for an interior design consultation, more often than not, I hear apologies for the mess or remarks of embarrassment about how their house looks.

Some even apologize for not knowing how to decorate. Just to be clear, interior design is not about creating a space that you have to keep clean, can’t touch and are nervous when your kids are dribbling a ball through the house. Interior design is about developing the spaces we have and making them warm, inviting, useable and comfortable. We live in houses, not museums.

Believe it or not, those of us who work in the interior design industry have houses, kids, dogs and messes too. Don’t apologize or be nervous about asking us for help — it’s what we are fortunate to be able to do for work. We are happy to have a job that allows us to be a part of your lifestyle!

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Umbrella Coverage PROTECTION FROM MORE THAN JUST RAIN.

Cover Your Assets!

BY TREVOR CAMPBELL.

While some of us hear the word umbrella and instantly think of the necessary accessory for the wet weather, those in the insurance industry see an “umbrella” as a way to protect clients, businesses and families every day.

What is umbrella insurance?

An umbrella insurance policy is a separate policy - really an extra layer of protection for things a policyholder does that may cause injury to someone else or their property. An umbrella policy responds when a significant claim occurs, providing additional money above the money available in a homeowner or auto insurance policy.

Often times, the most significant claims come from car accidents, dog bites, boating accidents, rental properties or even slippery driveways. A home or auto insurance policy can generally provide up to $500,000 for damages a policyholder does to someone else.

While that may sound like a lot of insurance, the increased cost of medical treatments is very real. It is no longer uncommon to see first day emergency transport, surgeries and treatments totaling hundreds of thousands of dollars.

These costs diminish the protection available within a homeowner or auto policy. It is not an uncommon occurrence for those involved in accidents to find the coverage available in their auto policy is exhausted, and the umbrella policies saved them from selling property, homes or retirement assets to pay claims.

will usually require your auto policy and/ or homeowner’s policy in order to purchase umbrella insurance.

What else can an umbrella do?

While some insurance companies only offer additional amounts of liability on their umbrella policies, other companies provide additional coverage within the umbrella policy, known as “uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage.”

Call us today to make sure you are adequately covered to protect your assets!

This coverage helps when you’re involved in an accident where someone else is at fault but does not have adequate insurance to pay for the damages. In this case, your umbrella policy carrier pays the claim as if it were the other party’s insurance company.

While bicycle clubs often make recommendations for members to buy this coverage, they are not the only ones in need.

Imagine being hit by a driver that has no insurance and you or a family member is critically injured, not working and needing additional care for months or years? This coverage provides up to $1 million in limits for our clients and their families at a cost of only about $100 per year!

Working with an independent insurance agent who understands these requirements and has access to multiple carriers is the best way to ensure you are properly protected rain or shine.

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Basic Communication UNDERSTANDING YOUR PET’S BEHAVIOR IS THE KEY TO HARMONY.

BY DR. DAWN MEHRA, NORTH IDAHO ANIMAL HOSPITAL.

As the human population increases, so too do the number of household pets. Cats, dogs and others are all learning how to live with their “human-folk” while keeping peace in the household. To complicate things is the sometimes contradictory behavior that different species exhibit under normal circumstances or in response to stress. For example, a cat that wags its tail is in attack mode whereas a dog’s wagging is considered a gregarious, friendly signal.

When human owners confuse these signs, bad things happen!

The key to developing a good relationship with companion pets is for owners to have solid knowledge of their innate, instinctual behavior and, of course, their basic needs. Animals communicate their social status in various ways, and it’s the pet owner’s responsibility to learn the cues of a particular species. What makes them tick usually revolves around their evolutionary background. What signs and gestures helped them survive as a species?

What do barking, digging, chewing, chasing and begging all have in common? Annoying and often dangerous, unless owners are running a cattle ranch or raising sheep, these behaviors are mostly undesirable. At

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first they are cute (when they are pups), but it doesn’t take long for any of the above to become tiresome. Dogs just don’t understand that the dinner table does not hold a seat for them! Some of the above can be downright dangerous. Especially if a pet whose instinct is to herd mistakes a car for a sheep. Most of these inappropriate behaviors are easily avoided but even when discovered late can be treated. Owners must first understand “where the dog is coming from.” A general rule is to ignore the bad and reward the good behavior.

Cats most often present with problems that tend to either stink or cause irreparable damage to furniture! Inappropriate elimination, scratching and various aggressions are the most common undesirable cat behaviors. Again, understanding the pet’s ancestral nature is of paramount concern when dealing with behavior issues. For example, cats are often thought of as solitary, independent beings.

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Many people don’t realize how much love and affection they really need. Not to mention their obsession with cleanliness; if boxes aren’t kept clean, cats will often eliminate outside of them. Play is super important, along with mind-stimulating toys and accessibility to heights. When the basics are missing, the trouble often begins. So, humans, do your husbandry homework, sometimes a small change can establish harmony quickly.

Wagging Cues A cat that wags its tail is in attack mode whereas a dog’s wagging is considered a gregarious, friendly signal.

Understanding pet behavior is the glue for the human-pet bond. When pets’ basic needs conflict with those in the home, it’s usually due to lack of knowledge or a misunderstanding in the house. Occasionally, however, genetics and lack of socialization make it impossible to keep the bond loving. In any case, if untreated these behaviors often lead to early euthanasia. If a family pet is annoying its roommates with a particular habit, please schedule a consultation with your veterinarian before it’s too late!

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LIFE & COMMUNITY Local Events and Stories

Completion Date: Summer 2015

Bonner General Health RESPONDING TO THE NEEDS OF THE COMMUNITY.

BY PATTY HUTCHENS. PHOTOS COURTESY OF BONNER GENERAL HEALTH.

The year was 1949, and it was an exciting time for healthcare in our community. A hospital was coming to Sandpoint. What would become the first home for Bonner General Hospital was transported 25 miles along the shores of Lake Pend Oreille via a barge. The original building, a small single story infirmary from Farragut Naval Training Station, has transformed into what we know today as Bonner General Health. While the name and appearance have changed, the commitment to quality health care in North Idaho has been a constant.

In an effort to keep pace with the change and growth taking place in the community, Bonner General Hospital recently took a new look at their brand, image and overall community presence as it relates to the services it

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provides. In doing so, they surveyed their staff, physicians, board members and members of the community.

A health needs assessment was performed and considered along with that of two other assessments that had been completed - one by the Idaho Public Health Districts 1 and 2 (Panhandle and North Central) and the other from Bonner County EMS. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Both of their assessments were completed by conducting meetings, issuing surveys, examining health data and underlying community issues and consulting with health professionals in the communities,â&#x20AC;? said Terri Fortner, Community Development and Foundation Executive Director for Bonner General Health.

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Advisory Council to review and prioritize the data collected. The result was a list of four primary health needs: obesity, mental health/suicide prevention, teen births and child abuse and neglect. So just what did Bonner General decide to do with this new information? They quickly went into action.

“As a result of the identification of the primary health needs and a desire to leverage our community sponsorships and benefit dollars, we began meeting with local program leaders to identify how we can best plug into current programs and not reinvent the wheel,” said Fortner. “As a result of our discussions, we are participating with Panhandle Alliance for Education, Community Coalition for Substance Abuse Prevention, Bonner Partners in Care, the Suicide Prevention Hotline, the Chamber’s Annual Health and Safety Fair as well as numerous other health and wellness activities in the communities we serve.” They have also hired a psychiatrist to assist them in meeting the needs of those in need of mental health assessment and treatment.

According to Fortner, the data they gathered provided valuable information, specifically that many were not necessarily aware of the many services provided by Bonner General.

They also became convinced that it was time to rebrand themselves so that people in the community could gain a better understanding of what specifically was Bonner General’s role. Thus the change from Bonner General

Hospital to Bonner General Health.

While Bonner General Health is a full-service, acute care, 25-bed critical access hospital, it offers so much more. “Bonner General provides many medical services including a 24-hour emergency department, rehabilitation services, cancer treatment through the Kootenai Cancer Center located on the campus, wound care, psychiatry, OB/GYN, Sandpoint Women’s Health, diagnostic imaging, laboratory services, diabetes education and counseling and home health and hospice care,” shared Fortner.

When it comes to statistics, one may be quite surprised at just how busy things are at Bonner General Health. In 2014 the hospital delivered 343 babies; provided more than 30,000 rehabilitation treatments; performed nearly 24,000 diagnostic imaging tests; and more than 4,000 hospice visits, just to name a few.

Bonner General Health’s contribution to the community extends far beyond providing services; it is also a great contributor to the economic health in the Sandpoint community. In 2014, they paid $24,700,00 in wages and benefits and received $200,000 in contributions. It also provided charity care including bad debt - of $3.1 million.

new structure will house Women’s Imaging, Sandpoint Women’s Health, Performance Therapy Service and the business, human resources and community development offices.

The expansion also allows BGH to increase and improve its services in certain areas. “We are expanding our diagnostic imaging services with Tomosynthetic Mammography-a new technology that increases the accuracy of the image and results in fewer callbacks for reimaging. An upgrade in our densitometry (bone density) technology is also scheduled,” said Fortner.

For a complete list of all that Bonner General Health has to offer, including its many outreach clinics, visit their website at bonnergeneral.org.

Mark your calendars! Bonner General Health is partnering with the Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce to host the Health and Safety Fair at the Columbia Bank Building on Saturday, May 2. For more information, log onto www.sandpointchamber.org/prog ramsservices/health-safety/.

Looking ahead, the construction of the new 40,000 square-foot building will do much to allow Bonner General Health to continue to meet the needs of North Idaho residents. The

The new structure will house Women’s Imaging, Sandpoint Women’s Health, Performance Therapy Service and the business, human resources and community development offices.

BOTTOM RIGHT The skeleton of the new sky bridge is up, connect the old with the new.

TOP RIGHT The original infirmary coming up Sand Creek on a barge.

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BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT

TAKING THE FIRST STEP Begin your journey to a healthier life. By Patty Hutchens. Photos by Melody Vanhorn.

Let’s face it; it is not always easy to start a new exercise routine. But at Curves in Ponderay, it is not only easy but also fun. There they provide women with the tools necessary to empower them to live more fulfilling lives.

And it begins with the first visit.

Owned by Barbara and JP Carver, who purchased the franchise in 2011, Curves has transformed the lives of many women.

“We are famous for the 30-minute circuit with a coach,” explained Barbara. “The circuit works every major muscle group with strength training, cardio and stretching.”

Because an exercise routine benefits those of all ages and abilities, Curves provides a complete workout model that allows each woman to work at her own level while building strength and endurance, and it’s all done in a 30-minute workout.

“Our members range in age from 18 to 90 years old,” said Barbara. “There is always a coach available to monitor and assist members.”

There are various programs, including some that include a weight loss plan, such as Curves Complete. “With Curves Complete, women have a fully integrated personalized weight loss and weight management solution,” said Barbara. In addition to a fitness program, it also comes with a customizable meal plan and one-

on-one coaching and support. “Each Curves Complete Coach has completed a certification program developed with the Cleveland Clinic, one of the most respected hospitals in the country,” shared Barbara.

The Curves Workouts with Jillian Michaels, who is best known for her work on the hit television show “The Biggest Loser,” offer cutting-edge total body workouts. These workouts feature the Curves strength training machines in conjunction with bodyweightbased exercises developed by Michaels. Each month there is a new workout, and the best part is that the exercises are for all fitness levels with a goal to ramp-up metabolism and transform one’s figure. They are offered at specific class times in addition to the circuit. “Recently we have added classes concentrating on body basics, including core strength and balance,” said Barbara.

They have also incorporated the increasingly popular zumba to their workouts. There is a circuit class with zumba each Wednesday afternoon as well as one to two Saturdays each month.

The staff at Curves has helped many women help regain confidence and improve their health. Beverly is the manager at Curves and the coaches are Kristy, Connie and Crista.

“They all provide great support and training for our members as well as contributing to a

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fun atmosphere!” said Barbara.

Eager to give back to the community, the team members at Curves participate in many volunteer activities including Relay for Life and conducting an annual food drive to benefit Bonner Community Food Bank. They have also raised funds for breast cancer research and ALS, as well as donating funds through their members for local nonprofits. Barbara currently serves on the Kinderhaven Board and volunteers at Bizarre Bazaar with the Community Assistance League, as well as supporting other Bonner County nonprofits.

Curves also proudly sponsors the Festival at Sandpoint and gives to the Ponderay Centennial Rotary Scholarship Fund.

Helping many women improve their quality of life is extremely rewarding for Barbara and her staff, and they are grateful for the friends they have made along the way.

“Our success is due directly to the fantastic women who are our members. They show up regularly, work to increase and maintain their health and strength and serve as a great support group to others,” said Barbara.

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IN FOCUS ARE YOU CONNECTED?

Chamber Chick Connection unites all women in the community.

By Patty Hutchens.

Over the years it has been misunderstood and seen as an exclusive group, open to only women who owned or conducted business in Sandpoint. But nothing could have been further from the truth. Nonetheless, the Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce’s Women In Business group experienced a decline in attendance at its monthly luncheons over the past few years, bringing its very existence into question.

But the women who were passionate about women connecting with women would not let the group die. It was simply time for a change. It was with great determination that the Women In Business group decided to rebrand themselves.

“It was important to us that whatever name we chose, we eliminated the implication that you had to be in business to participate,” said the group’s president, Judy Baird.

The committee gave the rebranding much thought, surveying the Chamber members to uncover what they sought from involvement in the group. The answers had a common theme – connecting with other women in the community. “We are dedicated to providing an outlet for the sharing of ideas, education, support and a means to connect with other women,” said Baird. Those who attend the monthly luncheons look forward to not only the camaraderie but also learning more about their community through guest speakers.

In brainstorming for a new name, the committee members knew one thing – they wanted to celebrate and connect. The name Chamber Chick Connection was at last decided upon and announced at the April 2014 luncheon. While it has received criticism from some, overall has been embraced.

“It was the rebranding of this organization to the Chamber Chick Connection that made me want to get involved,” shared committee member Patricia Geesaman. “Once I heard the mission was all about connection, collaboration and celebration, I was hooked.”

The good news is that the number of people getting involved has increased. From the luncheons to casual after hours gatherings to the annual conference, more women are not only networking with one another but forming new friendships as well. “The monthly luncheons never fail to deliver an engaging speaker, opportunity to meet new people and an environment to simply enjoy the company of some great women in our community,” said Gessaman.

The annual Empowering Women in Business Conference, held each November, is a highlight for many. It includes featured speakers who inspire attendees both professionally and personally and bring tears, laughter and cheers from those in attendance.

But there is more to the annual conference than just speakers, the committee has incorporated fashion shows, Zumba lessons and opportunities for self-promotion through vendor booths or the donation of a raffle item.

Whether you are a stay-at-home mom, a retiree, a “professional volunteer” or a woman in the workforce, the Chamber Chick Connection would love to see you at one of their events!

For more information, log onto www.sandpointchamber.org/programs-services/women-inbusiness.

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ABOVE The Chamber Chick Connection’s monthly luncheons and annual conference provide a great opportunity to become inspired by engaging speakers.

Photo courtesy Judy Baird.

TOP RIGHT Connection, collaboration and celebration is the mission of the Chamber Chick Connection. Photo courtesy Judy Baird.

BOTTOM Forming new friendships is an added benefit of the Chamber Chick Connection’s many events. Photo courtesy Judy Baird.

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Sandpoint by the Numbers 10.9 The percentage the population of Sandpoint has increased since the year 2000.

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Median age of Sandpoint residents.

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Sky Blue Pink

For Pam Lippi, authoring a novel was never on her list of things to do. “I am the least likely person to write a book,” said Lippi, who adds she is a slow reader and never was confident when it came to spelling. But when she woke up continuously at night for several months at a time, she knew she had to literally follow her dreams.

“I finally got to a place where I could no longer ignore it,” said Lippi of the urge to write a book - a story of her travels through Europe following her high school graduation in the 1970s.

A JOURNEY BACK IN TIME.

And so her journey began. Her book, “Sky Blue Pink,” which she dedicated to her granddaughter Nina Tajan, was published in 2014. It was over the course of six years that Pam carved out time to sit down with her legal pad and record her story.

“Six years with a whole lot of living in between,” said Pam. One reason she chose to write it out longhand is so some of her thoughts would not get erased. If you delete on a computer, it is gone forever.

BY PATTY HUTCHENS. PHOTOS COURTESY OF PAM LIPPI.

An avid gardener, Lippi likens the process of writing to that of creating a beautiful garden. “If you don’t like a plant where it is, you just dig it up and move it,” she said. “And you can weed it out too.”

Don’t Stop Believing “Do not ever stop believing in your children.

The belief my parents instilled in me my whole life is what I pulled from.”

She learned that parents were reading it aloud to their children. “It opens up the dialogue for those tender questions,” said Lippi of the innocent love story captured in the pages of “Sky Blue Pink.”

Lippi has already begun her second book and said the biggest lesson she has learned from the entire process does not relate to the writing process at all; it is about believing in your children. “Do not ever stop believing in your children. The belief my parents instilled in me my whole life is what I pulled from,” said Pam of her accomplishment.

She also has advice for the younger generation.

“Journal as much as you can. Get your ideas down. Remember it’s only for you and not for anyone else to look at. And above all, it’s okay to make mistakes,” said Lippi, who adds in the words of her father, “And remember – every journey starts with a first step.”

Mark your calendars for April 25 from 1-5pm. Pam Lippi will be signing copies of her book, Sky Blue Pink, at Sandpoint Super Drug.

While much of the book is based on actual events, one that is not is the love story that takes place in the book. It was her husband, Jim, who suggested she incorporate that into the story. “Jim always had great suggestions,” said Pam of the support he provided to her.

The book nostalgically brings one back to bellbottomed jeans, Volkswagen busses and rotary phones, but it also contains some serious points, such as visiting the concentration camp of Dachau and witnessing the poverty on the outskirts of Rome.

A teacher of physical education as well as health education for grades kindergarten through sixth, Lippi was surprised when her students took an interest in her newly published book.

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IS YOUR GARAGE OVERFLOWING? Find your solutions with the Shed Center of Ponderay. By Patty Hutchens.

Living in North Idaho, there is one guarantee — our garages are full of items to accommodate the ever-changing seasons. From lawn mowers to snow blowers to patio furniture and sporting equipment, our needs are vast. But for every problem there is a solution, and fortunately we don’t have to live with a garage bursting at the seams, leaving us wondering if we can even fit our vehicle inside.

Instead, we can experience the benefit of extra storage space right on our own property.

The Shed Center of Ponderay opened in October 2014 and has already relocated to Highway 95 to accommodate its rapid growth.

“Our new space allows us to showcase three times as many sheds as our previous location,” said owner Joseph Cook. This month they are also opening a second location on Highway 2 in Priest River next to Priest River Glass. But don’t be fooled by the name, the Shed Center also sell carports, portable log cabins and chicken coops.

Joseph and his wife, Lora, moved to North Idaho last year from eastern Pennsylvania and they, along with four of their five sons, own and operate The Shed Center of Ponderay, each working in various capacities. The couple’s other son lives in Ellensburg, Wash., and they also have a daughter who resides in Tennessee.

Prior to moving to North Idaho, Joseph managed a large shed center in eastern Pennsylvania where he oversaw inventory that included 130 sheds, swing sets and both indoor and outdoor furniture. Joseph’s experience also includes 21 years of carpentry work.

The sheds and carports they carry are built locally in Bonners Ferry. They showcase 15 different building designs in various sizes, but can create any custom shed to meet your needs. They offer 18 standard paint colors, 20 metal roofing colors and 11 architectural shingle colors. “Our standard building is built comparable to home construction,” explains Lora. The garages come standard with the floor pre-stained and capable of supporting any item you can fit in the door. “The stained floor repels mud, snow and water.”

The sheds can be completely insulated and finished on the interior, and The Shed Center of Ponderay also offers a seven-year warranty, something you will not find in many places.

“We can do that because of the attention to detail in the craftsmanship and the high quality of materials we use,” explained Joseph. There are also rent to own options.

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Visiting with Joseph and Lora, it is easy to see that they have settled in nicely and are thoroughly enjoying the life that North Idaho has offered them.

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Hard work, dedication and an ability to work together. That is what propelled the Sandpoint High School dance team to a third place finish at the state competition in March.

Coach Alyssa Remsen is extremely proud of the 16 young women on her squad. “The biggest strength of the team is their ability to work with each other. If someone is struggling with a particular move or section of choreography, the rest of the team is extremely supportive and helpful,” said Remsen. “As a coach, it’s an incredible thing to see 16 teenage girls working together to be the best they can be in their sport.”

While the girls were nervous to perform their four routines at state, Remsen said they were professional and never let their nerves show.

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The dance team will be performing their annual show on April 24 at 7pm at the Sandpoint High School gym. It’s a performance you won’t want to miss!

SHS Cheerleading “Going to state lets them shine with all their hard work,” said SHS cheer coach Lori Gedrose of her hardworking squad at Sandpoint High School. “This includes tumbling, stunting, jumps, dance and cheers.”

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The Mad Hatter Tea Party and Fashion Show GET READY TO KICK UP YOUR HEELS!

BY MELODY VANHORN. Fun, fashion and tea isn’t what normally comes to mind when you think of cancer, but if you’re part of the The Mad Hatter Tea Party and Fashion Show that’s exactly what you’re in for! In its third year, this whimsical tea party is mimicked after the Mad Hatter’s Tea Party from “Alice in Wonderland” and was created by then board president, Michelle Anderson, to help benefit Community Cancer Services (CCS).

CCS is a local nonprofit agency that helps those affected by cancer. The agency was started in 2002 thanks to Heather Gibson, a Sandpoint resident whose personal battle with cancer ended in 2006. Gibson saw a great need in our community to help support the family, friends and neighbors affected by the devastation cancer causes.

Currently run by a volunteer board, there are three employees that spend their time in both Bonner and Boundary County providing information as well as emotional and financial support to community members affected by the diagnosis of cancer.

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Everyone is encouraged to wear their most fabulous hat as you try to win the prize for “best hat” based on a tabulation of votes taken at the end of the event. There will be a fashion show to dazzle the audience, with all of the models being current or past clients of CCS who’ve dealt with the pain of a cancer diagnosis. There will also be a raffle and multiple auction items to bid on. This year’s live auction includes a week anywhere in the U.S. — your pick! It will also include all the fixin’s for a girls’ tea party birthday, tickets and hotel for Cirque d’Soleil in Spokane, a Kate Spade purse and wallet and so much more. This year there will also be a special announcement of the Volunteer of the Year, along with the addition of two sponsor tables donated in honor of some special members who’ve passed.

Scheduled for April 18, the event takes place at the Columbia Bank building and there will be an assortment of tea party

If you are interested in contacting Community Cancer Services please visit communitycancerservices.org or call 208.255.2301.

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April 9 - Scott Kirby Benefit Concert.

The Panida Theater hosts a Scott Kirby benefit concert for the Panhandle Animal Shelter. This program will consist of Kirby’s original artwork, his video footage, his photograph, and archival photos set to music and narration. Matinee performance starts at 4pm and the main performance is at 8pm. Tickets are available at the Panhandle Animal Shelter, the Panida Theater and Eve’s Leaves.

SHOWS/MUSIC/ARTS Now-April 10 - Annual Student Art Show.

The Pend Oreille Arts Council hosts their Annual Student Art Show featuring works from local art students. They will remain on display through April 10.

For more information visit www.ArtinSandpoint.org.

April 3, 4 - Venus in Fur. This Broadway smash hit is a deliciously seductive play featuring a sensual power struggle between an actress and a director. Put on by the American Laboratory Theatre and Sandpoint Onstage at 8pm in the Hope Marketplace. Please be advised that content not suitable for all audiences, and viewer discretion is advised. Advance tickets are available at Eve’s Leaves or online at www.

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April 11 - Runaway Symphony. Come to the Pearl Theater in Bonners Ferry for an evening of Runaway Symphony starting at 7pm with Cafe doors opening at 6pm. Tickets are available at the door on performance night. Get more information at www. runawaysymphony.com.

April 11 - Ocean Haven. Help celebrate Autism Awareness month with Team 24/7 Autism during this showing of Ocean Haven at the Panida Theater at 7pm. Ocean Heaven follows

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April 11-12 - River Bend Artists Guild Second Annual Artist Showcase.

The River Bend Artists Guild is pleased to announce their second annual showcase in the Gallery at the Barn, 6095 Dufort Rd, Sagle. Come join this unique and beautiful setting along the banks of the Pend Oreille River. For more information contact artatriverbend@gmail.com.

LOCAL music Eichardt’s Pub Join us for Blues Jam every Monday with host Truck Mills. The Charley Packard Band plays every Wednesday.

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Forty-One South Live music in the lounge on Thursdays and live music in the dining room on Saturdays.

Trinity at City Beach Spend Tuesdays with Ray from 5pm to 8pm. Come down to Trinity at City Beach every Tuesday at 5pm to enjoy wonderful food and live music. It’s a great night to go out with the family.

Also join us Fridays for the sounds of Bruce Bishop. For more information and updates on events visit us on Facebook at facebook.com/trinityatcitybeach.

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the life of a terminally ill father as he works his job in an aquarium and struggles to look after his 21-year-old son, Dafu, who has autism. Visit www.teamautism247.com for more information.

April 15 - BYU-Idaho Collegiate Singers Performance.

The Panida Theater hosts a performance with the BYUIdaho Collegiate Singers at 7pm. Comprised of nearly 50 of the university’s finest vocalists, the Collegiate Singers perform an array of music styles and sounds that appeal to broad audiences everywhere they go. Full of vibrant energy and inspiration, a concert of the BYUIdaho Collegiate Singers promises to be a memorable experience. Visit www.Panida.org for more information.

April 18 - The Mask You Live In. The Sandpoint Men’s Group presentation of the film “The Mask You Live In” will take place at the Panida Theater. Doors open at 6pm and the movie starts at 7pm. There will be a Q & A session following the film, and parents and their children are strongly encouraged to attend.

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April 18 - Distinguished Young Women 2015 Final Program Come support your Sandpoint DYW participants while they compete for college scholarships after three months of hard work and dedication. Event will be held at the Sandpoint Event Center with doors opening at 6:30pm and the event starting at 7pm. Tickets can be purchased through a DYW participant or at the door.

April 4 - Sandpoint Street Scramble. Walk, run, or bike during the Sandpoint Street Scramble navigation race as you visit as many of the 30 checkpoints marked on the map of Sandpoint as you can in two hours! At each checkpoint you’ll be asked to answer a simple question to validate your visit, and whoever finishes with the most control points wins. Registration will be held from 9-9:45am at Sandpoint West Athletic Club, 1905 W. Pine St. Map handout and course planning begins at 9:45am and the scramble starts at 10:15am. To pre-register, email John Harbuck at atharbuck@norlight.org.

April 5 - Easter Egg Hunt. The Sandpoint Assembly of God hosts a FREE Easter egg hunt at 10:15am. Everyone is welcome, and with over 5,000 eggs to find you can bring all the kids you have. There will be live music with giveaways for parents to enjoy as they cheer on their little

April 22 - Fundraiser and Brew Sampling Help raise funds for Team Autism 24/7 and the University of Idaho Sandpoint Cyclocross course by buying a raffle ticket for a great cargo bike from Yuba Bicycles! The drawing will be April 22 at the Idaho Pour Authority where you’ll have a chance to taste brews from the Pelican and enjoy a great time at the Pour Authority. Visit www.teamautism247. com for more information.

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Come to the Bonner County Fairgrounds over the weekend and visit with a multitude of vendors as you get ideas and enter to win prizes during the Annual Home & Garden Show that is put on by the Panhandle Building Contractors Association. Hours run Saturday from 9am to 5:30pm and Sunday from 10am to 4pm. For vendor information visit www.panhandlebca.com/home--gardenshow-2015.html or call 208.263.4967. ones. Come to this fun, free and safe event for your whole family on Easter Sunday.

April 4 - Easter Bunny. The Bonner Mall will have the Easter Bunny available to see children and hand out treats during the day.

April 10 - Cowboy Ball. Join this fun-filled evening helping raise funds for capital improvements to The Kootenai County Fairgrounds and providing educational scholarships for area youth. The event kicks off at 5pm in the Kootenai County Fairgrounds and will feature live performances by Kelly Hughes Band, Sam Platts & The Kootenai Three, along with a live auction and a buffet dinner provided by Texas Roadhouse. For more information visit www.cdacowboyball.com or call 208.765.4969.

April 11 - Carter Country Chick Days. Carter Country is hosting their annual Chick Days on April 11. Join them to get that chicken coop that you always wanted stocked with some great birds. If you already know what you’re looking for, visit them anytime for a special order. For more information visit their page at f/Carter-Country-Farm-Feed.

General Membership Luncheon ● April 9 ● 12-1PM Chamber Chick Connection Lunch ● April 21 ● 12-1PM Business Afterhours ● April 29 ● 5-6:30PM Community Health & Safety Fair ● May 2

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April 18 - 3rd Annual Mad Hatter Luncheon and Fashion Show

Dust off your craziest hat and join Community Cancer Services for what is sure to be a few hours of fun, laughter and helping a great cause. Included in the event will be a silent and live auction, a raffle and a fabulous fashion show. Come on out and join the fun and support cancer patients in our community. For information or to purchase your ticket contact Community Cancer Services at 208.255.2301.

April 18 - Daddy Daughter Dance. The First Christian Church will be holding a FREE Daddy/Daughter dance at their facility from 6:30 to 8pm. Everyone is invited to come and enjoy themselves over cookies and punch while taking advantage of some great bonding time.

April 25 - Hope Pie Run. Hope’s Memorial Community Center hosts the Hope Pie Run at 9am.

Register on the day of the race with an entry fee $5 and a pie, only one pie per family or couple.

Awards will be handed out at the end of race. Visit www.MemorialCommunityCenter.com for more information.

April 24-27 - Wine Extravaganza Weekend. A threeday event featuring over 18 winemakers from many local and regional wineries!

April 24 - Annual Wine Tasting, Dinner and Join amazing wine dinners, Auction educational seminars, a Wine The Festival at Sandpoint hosts a fundraising gala tasting walk through beautiful including a wine tasting, plus dinner and auction events at the downtown Coeur d’Alene and the Resort Plaza shops, and Bonner County Fairgrounds. More information is available at brunch at the resort Sunday www.FestivalatSandpoint.com.

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April 25 - Kinnikinnick Native Plant Society Presentation. Kinnikinnick Native Plant Society presents The Idaho National Laboratory and Its Sagebrush Steppe Ecosystem from 9:45 to 11:30am at Sandpoint Community Hall. Free admission, public welcome. For more information visit www.NativePlantSociety.org.

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April 16 – Bob Lenz at CFHS.

Bob Lenz, author and international speaker with 30 years of experience reaching teens for healthy life choices is coming to the Clark Fork High School Auditorium April 16th. Doors open at 5:30. The FREE public show starts at 6:00 and ends at 7:30. For more information contact Clark Fork High School at 208.266.1131.

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UPCOMING EVENTS May 8 - The Wishing Boot Country Concert. The first Wishing Boot concert is to help Tammy Davis who was just diagnosed with an aggressive form of breast cancer.

Devon Wade will start rocking the Panida Theater at 8pm as we raise funds to help Tammy with expenses as she fights this battle. There will be a new Country Concert Series hosted by the Panida each month and the donations will go to a different member of the community. Tickets are $12, contact calmtigermedia@ gmail.com for more information.

Concert will benefit Sandpoint Native Tammy Davis.

May 9 - Theatre Feast. Come one, come all! You’re invited for a potluck and open forum discussion on theatre and the performing arts in Sandpoint on Saturday, May 9 at 5pm at Outskirts - Hope Marketplace. Send in your RSVP to americanlabtheatre@gmail.com. Visit www.americanlabtheatre.com for more information.

May 15-24 - Chitty, Chitty, Bang, Bang. Take a fantastic musical adventure with an out-of-this-world classic car.

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Aerospace industry contributes to North Idaho’s growth. By Jani Gonzalez.

Businesses, industry representatives and economic developers are responding to increased airport traffic and the needs of the aerospace industry here in northern Idaho.

The Sandpoint and Coeur d’Alene airports have both experienced increased air traffic but for different clienteles. While the Sandpoint Airport sees more tourist and aerospace industry traffic, the Coeur d’Alene Airport sees more general business commercial traffic. But business looks good and both are maintaining and evaluating ways to respond to the demand.

Coeur d’Alene Airport & Corporate Flyers At the Coeur d’Alene Airport, Greg Delavan, Airport Manager, has seen a change from single-engine flyers to more corporate style jets.

“The guys like me, who love to fly, don’t do it as much anymore because of the price of fuel,” he said. “But there are more corporate flyers because it’s so difficult to travel through commercially.”

There’s a draw to fly through smaller, general aviation airports such as the one in Coeur d’Alene because business members can pick up colleagues from Kalispell or Missoula, Montana, for example, and have a “moving meeting” while on the plane to their destination. They can have a completely productive day and be back home in time for dinner.

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corporate flyers began in the early 2000’s with Harpers, a furniture manufacturer that was once in Post Falls, and also with Black Rock, a high-end golfing community.

Now, businesses such as ATC Manufacturing and Empire Airlines, both of which are based at the airport, hold court. ATC Manufacturing makes aircraft components particularly for Boeing. Empire Airlines has a dispatch for FedEx packages being shipped to northern Idaho, Canada and Alaska. Empire Airlines also assists startup airlines in California, Colorado, Hawaii and even Europe, according to their website.

Lastly, North Idaho College is considering reinstating a flight school at the airport.

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The Expanding Aerospace Industry

Quest Aircraft and Tamarack Aerospace are businesses that specifically focus on the aerospace industry. Quest Aircraft designed the KODIAK aircraft that addresses agility in its landing capabilities. Quest was recently acquired by Japanese company, Setouchi Holdings, Inc. Tamarack Aerospace designs aerodynamic and structural aircraft components.

Dye is currently director of Idaho PTECH (Pathways to Technology in Early College High School) where he assists in creating the workforce the aerospace industry needs with students preparing for the field. PTECH has an aerospace, technology and health care division.

Karl Dye, former executive director of the

“We’re focused on connecting Idaho kids with college degrees and certificates that are aligned with high-paying jobs in Idaho,” he said.

To further prepare students for aerospace jobs, North Idaho College created an Aerospace Division in 2013 with a $2.97 million grant from the Trade Adjustment Assistance Community and College and Career Training Initiative to attract students and future workers in the industry. The department is located at the Coeur d’Alene Airport and offers an associate degree and certificates in aircraft manufacturing and maintenance.

“We’re focused on connecting Idaho kids with college degrees and certificates that are aligned with high-paying jobs in Idaho.”

“Those are good jobs–jobs for our kids. [It’s a] good clean industry to work with,” Delavan said. “We estimate $150 million economic benefit as a result of having this airport here, and a lot of that comes from these jobs.”

Sandpoint Airport on the Industry Map

At the Sandpoint Airport, the tourism business was good until the recession hit in 2008 and 2009. It has steadily increased since, and its numbers have surpassed those from the recession, manager David Schuck said.

“We saw a drop off in ’09, and it has picked up steadily in the last three years,” he said. “It increases on average 2 to 3 percent per year.”

In addition to the return of tourism, there are a number of businesses in and around the airport generating revenue. Life Flight, an air ambulance service, and Timberline Helicopters, Inc., which provides services to the logging industry, are based at the airport.

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Bonner County Economic Development Corporation, credits Quest Aircraft for creating more jobs and business growth in Sandpoint.

“Quest Aircraft had such an investment in the community … because they were not only designing the KODIAK, they were also manufacturing,” he said. “From an employment point of view, they really put Sandpoint on the map.”

Businesses in the industry not only create jobs but support other businesses by using their manufacturing services.

“As far as the economic impact from our airport, we’re probably one of the leading airports in the state because there are so many jobs performed at the airport,” he said.

In response to the growing aerospace industry, the Idaho Aerospace Alliance was formed in 2011 to unite businesses in northern Idaho.

Jim Glenn, president of Titan Spring, Inc. said the alliance was created with the help of Idaho’s Department of Labor which conducted a study back in 2011 to identify the presence of the aerospace industry and its needs.

“As we discovered more and more companies statewide, it was obvious they were all operating independently of one another in most cases not knowing what the other did,” he said. He is also president of the alliance.

As with many businesses and residents, the

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industry is here likely because of the region’s beauty and natural friendliness. In addition, local industry and government representatives have enticed businesses to come or stay in northern Idaho with several financial programs such as tax incentives, a sales tax exemption and a tax reimbursement incentive as ways to create and expand good-paying jobs in the area.

The Future of the Airports For the Sandpoint and Coeur d’Alene airports, both are making preparations to meet the demands of their customers.

Sandpoint Airport will refurbish its runway.

It’s a temporary fix until it can be rebuilt in 2019 with impending funds from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

“To rebuild the runway will cost $26 million, and those funds are ordinarily paid for by funding from the FAA, and they get that from passenger fees and aviation fuel taxes,” Schuck said.

Similarly, the Coeur d’Alene Airport is planning their future. Delevan said there is property slated for acquisition when necessary.

Right now, there’s a lot of potential, but they will proceed with caution.

“I don’t want people to think that we’re going to attempt to compete with the Spokane Airport.

That’s not viable–But there’s demand for a flight from Boise to Coeur d’Alene. We could have a commuter flight from Boise to Coeur d’Alene and maybe to Seattle,” he said. “That’s not entirely up to us, but someone with an airline that wants to do that.”

FAR LEFT To further prepare students for aerospace jobs, North Idaho College created an Aerospace Division in 2013.

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BELOW The future of the Sandpoint and Coeur d’Alene airports may include business flights from Boise.

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In The Mix SPRING FASHION IS ALL ABOUT BOLD HUES AND SPORTY STYLE.

BY SARAH POLYAKOV.

For the next several months, warm weather is here to stay and what better way to celebrate than by refreshing your spring wardrobe. Fortunately, the spring trends for 2015 offer something for everyone and tend to be laid-back, yet stylish at the same time.

This season’s most surprising “it” shade is yellow. Don’t dismiss yellow just yet; there are yellows with warm undertones and those with cool undertones. You might be surprised that wearing a blouse or sundress in saffron, amber, marigold or canary will be the color to help you make a fabulous entrance.

There are also complementary echoes of fall 2014 prints in the works. During the fall we saw plaid reimagined. This spring, it’s all about plaid’s retro, sassy, sister print: gingham.

Freshen up your wardrobe by adding a casual gingham shirt for layering. Or, if you want to take center stage, try a modern take on a 1950s classic by pairing a gingham circle skirt with tank top under a slouchy, white blouse.

Don’t forget this season’s combination pairing that is based on cool blues and bright whites.

On warm days, why not wear a pair of white jeans with a blue and white printed dolman sleeve shirt?

Or channel your inner (or outer) tennis player

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by trying pieces designers are calling “sports luxe.” These items include sport-inspired moto jackets, cross body purses and of course classic polo shirts in an array of pastels.

In fact, polo shirts are bigger than ever. Try pairing them with a knee length skirt for a dressy feel. Or if you prefer a more casual look, pair them with one of this season’s best on-trend pieces: culottes. Yes, culottes are back, but they have been envisioned to have a slim cut and a longer line so that they flatter everybody.

But the best part of this season is that comfortable footwear is here to stay. The world’s feet can breathe a collective sigh of relief since five-inch heels are not on the horizon for spring 2015. Designers are offering comfortable yet dressy tennis shoes, sporty slides and an array of strappy, flat sandals that can be seamlessly transitioned from day to evening.

Don’t forget accessories. The metal of the moment is polished brass. Look for chokers and chunky statement necklaces in richly colored brass. Top off your look with a pair of demure earrings for day and chandelierstyle earrings for a seamless evening look. As always, don’t forget to visit local boutiques first for these distinctive spring 2015 looks.

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Art Works’ unique gallery provides a wide variety of fine art and crafts for the public to enjoy, whether “just browsing” or to purchase for their home or friends. You are sure to find just the right item, whether a large original painting for your new home or office, or a hostess gift to give as a “thank you for the invitation.” Winter hours are Thursday through Tuesday 10am-5pm, except Sunday 11am-5pm. Closing at 4pm in inclement weather.

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BIZARRE BAZAAR

We are Bonner County’s premier upscale resale shop. Owned and operated by the Community Assistance League, Bizarre Bazaar is staffed entirely by dedicated CAL volunteers. All profits are returned to the community in the form of grants and scholarships. Whether you’re looking for quality clothing, jewelry, household items, collectibles, books or furniture, make Bizarre Bazaar your first stop.

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This annual event provides an opportunity for the community to interact with local service providers to see what current services are available close to home.

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Setting New Habits IT’S MORE THAN WILLPOWER.

BY TERESA PESCE.

This column is dedicated to the middle-aged among us, lost in society’s Bermuda Triangle between being young and being “older,” acknowledged only by ads selling them cosmetics to make them look young again and comfort bras to ease the inevitable triumph of gravity.

Did you know that with each repetition of an action, you deepen a little road in your brain? Your brain points to various roads (neuron paths) and says, “Here’s the road I follow to brush my teeth. Here’s the one to drive the car.” You don’t have to slow down and ponder every movement in these activities — they’re automatic, well-traveled brain paths.

Every habit, both good and bad, is like that.

That’s why habits are hard to “break.” But they don’t break — you must persevere with new paths until the old ones fade and the brain learns to take the new path.

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And as we all know, it’s much harder to break a habit that is always rewarded by a surge of dopamine, that addictive, feel-good chemical of reward bestowed by the brain. Did you know that drugs (bad) produce dopamine (whee!) and things like running (good) and sugar and sucrose (not so good) also cause its production? After all, there is a reason the tagline for See’s Candy is, “A happy habit.”

Addiction isn’t necessarily bad; it depends on what you’re addicted to! Addiction can work for you (running) or against you (sugar). So when we blithely decide to

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lose weight and get in shape and then wonder why we seem to resist our own selves at every turn, the cause isn’t weak willpower or lack of focus — it is most often our brain-path habits and dopamineproducing addictions! And those, my friend, aren’t overcome by good intentions.

When you head toward the gym instead of driving to the local coffee haven for a tripleshot, something-sweet latte, you will find that you are trying to steer yourself out of a deeply ingrained brain rut. And let me tell you, it’s a reluctant ride. It feels like the power steering went on the fritz, and you’re trying to navigate with the wheel superglued in place. But before we succumb to complete despair or beat ourselves up because we’re “weak,” remember that just as a muscle will atrophy when not used, so will a brain-path. It will become shallower until it’s only a trace. And a raging, tantrum-throwing sugar-dopamine addiction fades when firmly replaced with an alternate dopamine source – preferably, exercise.

“We can learn to recognize unhealthy patterns and stop them in their tracks. By increasing our awareness, we create new healthy pathways. This new awareness brings personal empowerment and creates greater freedom in our ability to choose new responses to old patterns.” (Referenced from the Earl Consulting Newsletter, Winter 2014). There is HOPE!! Your brain has an amazing capacity for change. Instead of pitting your body against your brain and suffering as collateral damage in their war, put some energy into uniting them.

Double-Edged Dopamine “A surge of dopamine that thrills us also consolidates the neuronal connections responsible for the behaviors that lead us to accomplish our goal.”*

In other words, the dopamine rush helps create the brain paths that prompt the rush: it creates a habit. Did you know that sugar triggers the same dopamine brain results as cocaine and heroin? So yes, you can become “addicted” to sugar, and your brain will happily repeat any activity (habit) that repeats that lovely “high.”

This is why addictions are also referred to as “habits.”

The reason I mention this impressive but distressing fact, is that we are so hard on ourselves when we stumble in our efforts to become slim and trim. We underestimate the forces at work within us, and we don’t pause to consider how deeply ingrained our mental habits have become or how sugar has seduced us into dependence upon it in order to feel good.

These are the reasons losing weight and getting fit are so hard to do and feel so “punishing.” All the sugar-induced dopamine rewards stop. All the familiar paths to happiness and peace via food are forbidden.

Did you know?

Did you know that sugar triggers the same dopamine brain results as cocaine and heroin?

BELOW Try a healthy smoothie instead of that cup of coffee each morning.

It will be very hard to jerk our wheels out of those deep mental habit-ruts and guide ourselves into new paths. So instead of being hard on yourself, be in absolute awe of yourself that you would even attempt such a thing! And know that in the end, the same brain of yours that was once mapped one way will soon be mapped in a better way, and the addictions that drove you will not do so anymore. You’ll be free as well as fit. You brave, brave warrior, you. *Excerpted from “How Sugar Affects the Brain”

by Nicole Avena.

Founder of Sandpoint Onstage, Teresa Pesce is dedicated to supporting and promoting everyone in our community with theatrical gifts, whose age is irrelevant and whose only “weight” is the impact of their art.

A raging, tantrumthrowing sugardopamine addiction fades when firmly replaced with an alternate dopamine source – preferably, exercise.

RIGHT We can learn to recognize unhealthy patterns and stop them in their tracks.

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Fibromyalgia WHAT IS IT AND WHAT CAN I DO ABOUT IT?

BY VIRGINIA TAFT.

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Fibromyalgia is characterized by muscle inflammation, pain, fatigue, sleep disturbances, poor concentration or memory, headache and depression. Because these symptoms are often similar to other medical issues and not visible to others, it can be very frustrating to diagnose and treat. Causes of fibromyalgia are not clear.

Research is focusing on the role of diet, bowel health, leaky gut syndrome, viruses and environmental pollutants. Because the body may be thrown out of balance physically, nutritionally, hormonally and emotionally, it can be difficult to treat if only one area is addressed.

To start, medical assessment is needed to identify any underlying conditions.

Nutritional consultation with a professional familiar with fibromyalgia is important, especially when medications are being taken.

Dealing with emotional and relationship issues is also important. From a therapy point of view, thorough assessment of posture, tissue tension, pain, swelling, range of motion, strength and endurance is important. Also it is critical to assess lifestyle and activity level to develop a plan that meets your goals.

resolve depression and improve mental focus.

An exercise program, especially water therapy, is often recommended. However, if the exercise is too vigorous and resistive or the patient pushes too hard, it can increase symptoms. Lack of movement also slows down the lymphatic system (which moves toxins out of the body). This can result in swelling, stiffness, weight gain and more pain. Sometimes patients experience a flare up and drop out of therapy, afraid to go any further. These ups and downs are part of the healing process. Understanding this and working through it with the guidance of an experienced therapist are the keys to progress.

A home program can help you maintain and improve even after therapy.

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Often people deal with pain by disassociating from it. If we ignore our bodies long enough, they will scream at us. Learning to listen to what your body is saying is instrumental in changing your health.Then you can make the most of working with your healthcare team on your healing journey.

It has been noted that fibromyalgia often occurs as a response to multiple stresses, which can be physical or emotional. Pain (physical and emotional) causes us to tense and the tension causes more pain. This paintension-pain cycle can be devastating to normal functions. Pain causes us to exercise less, which causes stiffness and more pain.

When toxins are released though stress, activity, exercise or massage and the body cannot release them, pain often results.

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Use It Or Lose It PHYSICAL EXERCISE BENEFITS THE BRAIN.

BY SUSAN HOFFMAN.

Everyone goes to the gym for different reasons. Some want to lose weight, others train for an athletic event, or some go just to make sure they get their use out of a gym membership.

And then there are those who go to build strength or to participate in cardiovascular exercises for a healthier heart. All of these are valid reasons to visit the gym, but what you may not know is that aerobic exercise is good for your brain!

pushups and countless crunches. But a good gym should provide many options which can be tailored both to what your body is capable of as well as an activity you might actually enjoy.

Aerobic exercise includes walking, running, swimming, biking, yoga, dancing and rowing. The gym accommodates all ages, and going to the gym on a regular basis can combat brain shrinkage and increase cognitive capabilities.

“Aerobic exercise has been shown, in numerous studies, to provide brain benefits ranging from enhanced cognitive flexibility to better memory to new cell growth. In addition, because working out floods your body and brain with the hormones that affect mood, it can have a significant effect on your mental health,” explains Danielle Restucci in her article “How Aerobic Exercise Helps Your Brain.”

During exercise, the blood flow to your brain is increased, bringing oxygen and important nutrients to your brain resulting in better memory.

Exercise is good for building muscles, but it also benefits the brain by slowing or even reversing the physical decay of the brain. Vigorous exercise is especially valuable for those with health issues such as diabetes, heart disease, arthritis and even cancer. As with any type of exercise, injuries can occur resulting in structural problems such as nerve interference and spinal misalignments that may interfere with benefits of exercise. Therefore, regular chiropractic care can detect and correct a problem in order for you to restore and maintain your nerve system so that your workouts in the gym give you the optimum benefits to both your body and brain.

It is sometimes difficult to fit a gym workout into an already full schedule of work and commitments.

It is easy to procrastinate going to the gym and use the time for other activities or obligations. But most gym goers will say emphatically, “I feel so much better after my workout.” During exercise, the body releases the hormones endorphins, dopamine and serotonin, which can decrease stress and temporarily enhance your mood.

Some people might perceive a workout as endless boring moments on a treadmill or doing painful

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3 Myths about Exercise: Myth 1: There’s no point to exercising. I’m going to get old anyway.

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Taco Tuesdays

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Magic Wednesdays

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GO BEYOND TRADITION AND USE YOUR GRILL FOR A MULTITUDE OF FOODS.

Each grilling season traditional cuisines, like hamburgers and hot dogs, rule the day. However, don’t forget that there are many other ways to liven up your grill.

“While I love the summertime grill favorites as much as the next person, anything goes on the grill these days — from meatballs to pineapple to pancakes,” says Joan Hanson, test kitchen director for Hormel Foods. “It’s time to add some unexpected foods to your flame.”

If you’re looking to expand your palate when it comes to grilling, look no further than the following tips: • Introduce bacon to the grill. Tradition states that bacon is typically a breakfast side. But what about other meals? No longer does bacon have to be cooked by itself on the stovetop or in the microwave.

Bacon is fast becoming the unlikely go-to ingredient to pair with a variety of foods such as ice cream, chocolate and even alcohol. Instead, bring this savory trend to the grill this summer. It can make for a tasty accompaniment to any meal.

• Think outside the (pizza) box. When pizza is on the menu, it’s sure to satisfy the whole family — especially when it’s cooked on the grill. To get that crisp

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wood-fired taste, try pizza paninis — all you need are bread, pizza sauce, pepperoni slices, mozzarella cheese and any variety of meats and vegetables that fit each person’s tastes. You can even make a unique combination of barbecue chicken or pork with shredded meat, red onion and cheddar. Or put out a variety of veggies, meats and cheese, and people can create their own personal pizza.

• Import island flavors into your home.

Bring home the love affair of the south seas and Hawaii with inspired cuisine, such as teriyaki and pineapple, which offer island-inspired flavors.

Bacon-Wrapped Grilled Corn Remove husks and silk from corn. Rinse corn; pat dry. Cut each of 15 wooden picks in half.

Use 1 wooden pick to secure first piece bacon at top of 1 ear corn; wrap bacon in spiral to center of corn. Place end of second piece bacon on top of end of first piece; secure with wooden pick. Continue wrapping second piece bacon around corn; fasten end with wooden pick. Repeat with remaining bacon and corn.

Prepare grill for medium-hot coals. Coat bacon-wrapped corn with cooking spray. Grill corn, turning frequently, 5 to 10 minutes or until corn is golden brown and bacon is crisp.

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Fine Italian dining serving Sandpoint for over 27 years. Dinner served seven nights a week. Pasta, fresh seafood and steaks, veal, chicken and vegetarian entrees. Gluten-free menu. Catering is available for weddings, family get-togethers and large gatherings.

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Indoor/outdoor seating. Family friendly.

Come for the RIBS thick and juicy with a choice of sauces. Steaks, salmon, salads and signature desserts. Full bar.

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A beautiful waterfront, fine-dining restaurant in a romantic lodge setting overlooking Lake Pend Oreille. Spectacular sunsets, innovative cuisine, full bar and extensive wine list. Reservations recommended.

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The mountain’s open and so are we!

Offering up great pies, soups and drinks in a fun atmosphere. Located in the lower level of the Lazier Center at Schweitzer Mountain. Call in your order from the top and pick it up piping hot! Open Sun-Thurs 11am-9pm. Fri-Sat 11am-close.

166 Village Lane | Sandpoint, ID 208.255.5645

Panhandler Pies

Don’t let the name fool you. Panhandler Pies in downtown Sandpoint is much more than a place to find mouthwatering pies.

They serve breakfast, lunch and dinner offering a full menu from soups, salads, and specialty sandwiches to salmon, chicken and steak. Bring the whole family and enjoy a meal out. And don’t forget the pie!

120 South First Avenue | Sandpoint, ID 208.263.2912

Kokanee Coffee

Microroasted and blended organic beans to perfection every time! Our coffee is outstanding, so come by and give us a try!

We’re open Mon-Sat. Offering up fresh soup, tasty breakfast sandwiches and pastries daily! Visit us on f or our blog at kokaneecoffee.com. We post our specials daily! We cater too!

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The Pie Hut

Sandpoint’s secret gem, serving fresh pies and full lunch/early dinners. Best homemade soups in town with wide collection of panini sandwiches and others, hot and cold, including cubans.

Chicken pot pie and quiche as well. Fun atmosphere, exciting food selections and ever-changing pie lineup.

501 Church St. | Sandpoint, ID 208.265.2208

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Bangkok on Second Thai Cuisine

Lunch combo plates $7.95-$8.50. Ala Carte dinner prepared to order. Menu includes our favorite 5 curries, duck, noodle dishes & much more. Dinner specials daily.

Vegan, vegetarian, gluten free welcome.

Take out & catering available. Winter Hours: Lunch Mon-Fri, 11:30am-3pm & Dinner Mon-Sat, 4:30-9pm (closed Sunday). Serving wine and beer. NO MSG. 202 North Second Avenue Sandpoint, ID | 208.265.4149

Trinity Bangkok Cuisine Exotic Thai Restaurant

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Sandpoint’s premier waterfront dining offers an extensive menu of American cuisine with an impressive wine list. Featuring a full service bar and beautiful view of Lake Pend Oreille. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week, Trinity at City Beach is ready to become your new favorite restaurant.

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Miller’s Country Store

We now have homemade pies on Thursdays! Come experience the sensational smells of fresh baking bread, cinnamon rolls, pies and pastries. Pick up a deli sandwich on our homemade bread and hot bowl of soup with a fresh baked roll or cornbread. Open Monday-Friday, 8:30am - 5:30pm.

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La Rosa Club

Tuscan Aperitivo Bar, Tapas Bar. Piadina (grilled Italian flatbread), cured meats & cheese, wines & beer and signature cocktails. Great place to meet a friend for a cocktail. Open 4-10pm TuesdayThursday; Open 4-11pm Fridays and Saturdays.

Food served until 9pm, Tapas style menu.

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Sweet Lou’s Restaurant and Bar proudly offers something for everyone, with specialties including chicken fried steak, smoked prime rib, bison ribs and grilled PB&J and bacon sandwiches. All menu items are reasonably priced, fresh and made to order. Sweet Lou’s would be happy to cater your next event! Wifi. Full bar.

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Deli Salad Bar Bakery Seafood Fresh Meat Fiesta Bonita Bulk Organic Authentic Mexican Produce cuisine prepared fresh daily. Fiesta Bonita’s menu is full Dairy Grocery Espresso of many unique and authentic recipes.

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Delicious sushi and Japanese cuisine sure to delight anyone’s palate. Offering a wide variety of traditional and 703 W Lake Street at Boyer St.rolls as well as salads, sweet specialty www.WinterRidgeFoods.com and 208-265-8135 sour pork, grilled salmon and more! Enjoy a delicious meal while taking in the beautiful waterfront and spectacular sunset views.

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Servings: 6 Finished in: 50 minutes Gather Ingredients • 9” prepared pie crust • 4 eggs • 1/2 cup milk • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream • 2 cups fresh spinach • 1 small shallot diced • 10 ounces sliced mushrooms • 4 ounces Litehouse Feta Cheese • 1 teaspoon Litehouse Instantly Fresh Poultry Seasoning • 1 tablespoon olive oil • Salt and Pepper Put it Together Lay out the pie crust in a 9” pie plate and bake for 10 minutes.

In a large pan, heat olive oil. Add in the mushrooms, shallots and poultry seasoning and sauté until the mushrooms begin to dry out, 3-5 minutes. Add in the spinach and cook for 1-2 additional minutes until the spinach begins to wilt.

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Fine Wine & Recreation Walla Walla, Washington. By Colin Anderson.

When you think of great American wines, California’s Sonoma and Napa Valleys are probably a couple that first come to mind and with good reason. Wines produced from these regions have gained notoriety around the world, winning awards when going up against centuries old wineries in France and Italy. But there is another region that’s beginning to earn that reputation, and it’s closer than you might think. The Walla Walla Valley is now home to more than 100 wineries and 1,800 acres of grapes. The first winery opened up in 1977 with several more in the early 1980s; and as word continues to spread about the unique growing conditions here, more and more vintners are taking root in Walla Walla.

Walla Walla is the perfect backdrop for a romantic weekend, family reunion, girls’ trip or culinary exploration. The historic downtown is well-preserved with old-charm fused with fine dining and upscale shopping. Many of the regional wineries have also placed their tasting rooms in the downtown core, allowing you to sample many different vineyards without ever leaving downtown.

For those who want to explore beyond the downtown, there are plenty of transportation services including private cars, shuttle buses and limos. And there are many options for wine tastings as well. You can find anything from small “mom and pop” outfits to waiting list only wine clubs. There are the come-asyou-are to appointment-only private tastings.

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Most tasting rooms charge a $5 to $10 fee to sample several wines, and that fee is refundable with the purchase of a bottle. If you plan on stopping at more than a couple, hire a driver so you can enjoy the day and keep everybody safe. While tasting rooms are open year-round, there are a few big weekends where hotels and vacation rentals fill up fast. Spring Barrel release is May 1 to 3; Fall release is November 6 to 8 and Holiday Barrel tasting is December 4 to 6.

Many visitors come just for the food and wine, but there is plenty else to offer in the way of outdoor activities. Blue Mountain Resort is a short drive away, offering skiing and tubing in the winter and great mountain biking, Frisbee golf and adventure courses in the summer.

Cycling is big here, with miles of well-paved roads offering sweeping views of the valley.

There are half a dozen golf courses within an hour drive, and both the Columbia and Snake River are close, offering fishing, boating and paddling opportunities. The historic Marcus Whitman Hotel is teeming with local history.

There are also many galleries and museums to explore. Live music abounds with several local theaters and live music. This August, the Gentlemen of the Road Tour, featuring Foo Fighters and Mumford and Sons, makes a stop at Whitman College.

If you’re into history, relaxation, good food and good wine, you’re bound to have a good time in Walla Walla. It’s a slower pace and most people

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