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Fantassc building site, shop and community waterfront close to Sandpoint combine for the perfect scenario! Come and enjoy rare lake views from this unique 5+ acre building site AND community waterfront lot on Lake Pend Oreille. Store your boat and equipment in the 24' x 30' log structure with 2 overhead doors and heated floor. $197,500 he

Acreage opportunity outside city limits! 28.13 acres, Suburban zoning, less than 4 miles to Sandpoint on county-maintained road. Gorgeous mountain views abound. Property currently assessed for agricultural use. Electricity and natural gas available. $425,000

Come fall in love with this absolute jewel box perched over Garfield Bay with a separate shop/garage. The kitchen, with granite counters, custom Pine cabinets, verrcal grain larch trim and stainless appliances, serves a crowd in style. Second floor master suite includes a private balcony with stairs, a roomy walk-in closet & a bath with a lux walk-in shower. $389,000 b

Located on the estuary of the Pack River, this level site at the Idaho Club is among gorgeous custom homes and amazing mountain views.

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Own a piece of North Idaho with all the conveniences of living in town. The quintessennal “Cabin in the Woods” this 3 bedroom, 2 bath house is just under 2000 sq not including a huge south facing deck with unfiltered views of Garfield Bay, Lake Pend d’Oreille and The Green Monarch Mountains. To complete the package squa foot shop/garage. $395,000 is a 30 x 40 square

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16 Camp Peine Road, Sagle, Idaho - This waterfront Riverbend Timber frame cathedral home was built in compliance with IBC (International Building Code) 2009 standards. The home has geothermal heating & cooling with hydronic floors throughout. Everything about this property was purposeful in its design with quality and efficiency in mind.

MP 56 Hwy 200, Clark Fork, Idaho - Looking for that breathtaking waterfront and mountain view property? Stop looking and come visit this great opportunity. Own some of the most beautiful views of North Idaho and enjoy the use of your private waterfront lot located on the beautiful Clark Fork River, near the mouth of Lake Pend Oreille. This 72 acre parcel has a couple of great building sites.

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179 Artemis Way, Hope, Idaho - Looking for an impressive mountain log home overlooking the most breathtaking lake & scenery in North Idaho? Don't miss this absolutely beautiful & massive Caribou Creek Log Home. Caribou Creek Log Homes are known for their excellence in quality construction and unique structures. This well designed home features an incredible double-sided stone fireplace with cathedral ceilings as a living room & kitchen centerpiece.

410 Spyglass Hill Road, Careywood, Idaho - Rustic Mountainside retreat on 40 acres bordering public lands...This 1700+SqFt, 3bd/2ba log kit home features open concept in kitchen & dining areas w/tile mud rm entry & hardwood flrs throughout.Hydronic underfloor heat, central vac system & two beautiful cast iron wood stoves.Bright & spacious living room w/loft, full bath & office.2 main floor bedrooms, full bath & large second level bedroom/loft w/large closet.

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1600 Westwood Ct #101, Sandpoint, Idaho - Ground floor in-town waterfront condo with unbelievable lake and mountain views!

Move-in ready 3-bedroom 2-bathroom 1500+ square foot one level unit was remodeled in 2007 and boasts walk-out access to the lake.

Amenities include marina with boat slip, swimming pool, tennis courts, dock, and floating swim platform all just steps from your door.

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34 Sky Ranch Drive, Sandpoint - Don't miss this opportunity for a great 3 bedroom 2 bath ranch style single level home with 21.44 acres on the beautiful Olmstead Sky Ranch Airpark (ID25). Located approximately 4 miles North of the City of Sandpoint, Idaho, and near the base of Schweitzer Mountain Ski Resort, this property is an aviators dream!

The custom home has great views overlooking the large grass area and community grounds at the South end of the runway.

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It’s amazing how quickly these summer months went by. The kids are headed back to school, but the memories of concerts, festivals and time spent with family and friends are still fresh in our mind. Hopefully you took the time to enjoy all that the Pacific Northwest has to offer, whether it’s traveling to some of the places on your bucket list or simply enjoying the beauty of our own community. It’s difficult to check it all off our list in such a short amount of time.

returns to what we know as “home” instead of a tourist destination for many, and there is still much fun to be had.

While sharing our piece of paradise may seem difficult at times—especially when it comes to increased traffic and long lines—it is important to also remember that the influx of tourists also means a thriving economy.

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50 Business Spotlight Rocket Fish Digital: Making an impact through digital marketing

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INJECTING PERSONALITY AND INTERESTS TRANSFORMING YOUR HOUSE INTO A HOME

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ne of the best parts about my profession is that I frequently get to look inside (and help decorate!) gorgeous homes. Recently I had the opportunity to help stage a home that I had always longed to see.

Knowing that a friend of mine with excellent taste had designed it before the current owners had moved in, I knew it would be beautiful. It did not disappoint. The interior features—tile, fixtures, paint colors, etc.—were perfectly aligned with the beautiful Victorian-era home.

The young couple who was selling it had decorated it in a completely unexpected way, bringing in their more modern sensibilities with hints of pop culture throughout. It really worked! And it was fun to see their personalities and interests shine in a home that had stood for more than a century.

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If you love classical music, for example, try bringing in pieces of art that reflect your interest, or even use instruments or sheet music as art. If you love “Star Wars” (and who doesn’t?), by all means, hang movie posters, quotes or even use a well-placed model of the Millennium Falcon as a bookend on your shelf.

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A home is just a house if it doesn’t have any personality! models to a minimum. This way, people get fun glimpses into your hobbies and interests without feeling like they walked into a pop-culture museum.

I have a cousin who produces amazing skateboard-style art and posters. I have nearly an entire wall dedicated to his art, but as they are all clustered together, the installation reads as one piece and therefore isn’t overwhelming.

Another example might be someone who is a passionate gardener or plant aficionado. I have seen lots of plants in a home done well, and I have also seen it done poorly. Done well, plants are healthy and thriving and clustered on a table in a sunny window, or even several sunny windows.

They are potted in nice, somewhat similar pots and look cohesive. Done poorly, the plants are scattered haphazardly through the home with no rhyme or reason and no regard for their health.

There is nothing sadder than a half-dead plant sitting by itself in the middle of the floor in an ugly plastic pot.

Remember, your home is and truly should be a reflection of your life and no one else’s. While I always, always believe in good design, I also believe in people and love getting to know them through their homes. After all, a home is just a house if it doesn’t have any personality!

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Social Security and Your Retirement Strategy This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor, Ken Wood Since 1922, Edward Jones has built relationships with people in the communities where we work and live to help them achieve what’s important. That’s still who we are today.

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t might not be on your calendar, but August 14 is Social Security Day. Since it was enacted on August 14, 1935, Social Security has provided some financial support for millions of Americans during their retirement years. While Social Security benefits, by themselves, probably aren’t enough to enable you to retire comfortably, they can be a key part of your overall retirement income strategy—if you use them wisely.

To help you make decisions about Social Security, you will need to answer these questions: • When should I start taking my benefits?

You can take Social Security once you reach 62, but if you wait until your full retirement age, which will probably be between 66 and 67, you’ll get much bigger monthly checks, and if you wait until 70, you’ll get the biggest possible payments. Before deciding when to begin receiving your benefits, you’ll need to weigh a few factors, including your estimated longevity and your other sources of income.

• How should I consider potential spousal benefits? If you are married, or if you’re divorced but were married for at least 10 years, you could receive up to half of your spouse’s full retirement benefit (offset by your own benefit, and reduced if you claim early). If you outlive your spouse, you could claim survivor benefits, which can provide either your own benefits or 100 percent of your deceased spouse’s, whichever is larger.

Consequently, the higher-earning spouse might want to postpone taking benefits for as long as possible to maximize the survivor benefit.

• How much can I earn without reducing my Social Security benefits? If you are younger than your full retirement age and you are receiving Social Security, the Social Security Administration will withhold $1 from your benefits for each $2 you earn over a certain threshold (which, in 2019, is $17,640). For the year you reach your full retirement age, your benefits could be withheld by $1 for

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every $3 you earn over $46,920. But once you reach your full retirement age, you can earn as much as you want without your benefits being withheld, although your benefits could still be taxed, depending on your income.

• How much of my pre-retirement income will Social Security replace? Generally speaking, you should expect Social Security to replace slightly more than a third of your pre-retirement income. However, the higher your income during your working years, the lower the replacement value of Social Security will be.

• What other sources of retirement income should I develop? Contribute as much as you can afford to your IRA and your 401(k) or similar employer-sponsored retirement plan.

You may want to consult with a financial professional, who can look at your entire retirement income picture and recommend moves to help you achieve the lifestyle you’ve envisioned for your later years.

Keep in mind that your decisions about Social Security filing strategies should always be based on your specific needs and health considerations. For more information, visit the Social Security Administration website at SocialSecurity.gov.

One final word: You may have concerns about the stability of Social Security. While no one can predict the future, many potential solutions exist to put the program on more solid footing. Consequently, try to focus on the actions you can control.

This information is believed to be reliable, but investors should rely on information from the Social Security Administration before making a decision on when to take Social Security benefits. It is general information and not meant to cover all scenarios. Your situation may be different, so be sure to discuss this with the Social Security Administration prior to taking benefits.

TEACHER OF THE MONTH

By Patty Hutchens

Tom Albertson Superintendent of the Lake Pend Orielle School District

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hile things may seem a little different at the Lake Pend Oreille School District administration building and at Sandpoint High School this fall, there will be much familiarity as well.

After former Superintendent Shawn Woodward left to take a position in Mead, Washington, the nationwide search was on for a new superintendent. It came down to three final candidates, two who had never worked in the district and Tom Albertson. When all was said and done, it was a unanimous decision by the Board of Trustees when Tom Albertson was hired.

Albertson is a Sandpoint native with strong ties to the community. For more than three decades he has served as a teacher and administrator, most recently serving as the principal at Sandpoint High School.

In an interview following the announcement, LPOSD trustee Cary Kelly acknowledged that Albertson has extensive experience in the community and has been intimately involved with many of the issues that arise at the district level—especially when it comes to budgets and the levy requirements. Citing great support from all the stakeholders, Kelly said Albertson was the obvious choice.

“I am passionate to lead educators in the full continuum of a student’s education pre-k through high school graduation knowing how important a great start in a student’s early age has on their success,” said Albertson.

“This work excites me, and I felt compelled to expand professionally after spending most of my career at the secondary level. In addition,

I possess the skill set and I am excited to work with the school board.” Albertson also shared the top five priorities he has as he takes over his new position: - Ensure academic success and high levels of learning for all students - Engage the community - Recruit, train and retain highly effective personnel - Utilize resources effectively and be fiscally responsible - Provide safe and innovative learning environments With Albertson’s departure from Sandpoint High School, the search was on for his replacement. It was announced in mid-July that former Sandpoint High School teacher and Boundary County Middle School principal David Miles was hired.

Miles returns to the school where he taught social studies until six years ago when he was awarded the position at Bonners Ferry.

Albertson, along with an interview board consisting of department heads and members of the community, chose Miles after requesting input from staff as to the characteristics they believed their new leader should possess.

Albertson is pleased with the selection of Miles. “David Miles has been the principal at Boundary County Middle School for the last six years. Prior to this he taught social studies at SHS and was on the administrative team as an educational assistant and interim assistant principal. David is also a graduate of SHS and cares about students being successful, is familiar with the Sandpoint community, and has leadership skills to create a positive school climate for both staff and students.”

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eople are sometimes confused when I say this, but reactivity is a trained behavior. Through the best intentions, we often create reactivity in our dogs but overwhelming them in an attempt to socialize.

Most dogs with reactivity didn’t start out that way. It is a behavior that grew over time and, unfortunately, the misconceptions about socialization are usually to blame for the development of reactivity and even aggression.

Each of our dogs has his/her own personality. Some are social butterflies and others are not. The first step to socialization is understanding what personality type we are dealing with. If I am training a social butterfly, I can set up socialization exercises that allow them to be social but also discipline and advocate for them. By doing so, I can bring out the best in a social dog and keep them social.

If I’m dealing with a much more reserved dog, I won’t set things up in such a way that I expect the dog to be social. I will set things up in such a way that the dog can observe social behavior and be part of social energy without having any pressure put on them. Reactivity and sometimes aggression are often created when we overwhelm our dogs. Let me give you an example.

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A few years ago, I witnessed an incident—and the image has been burned in my memory. A young German Shepherd puppy (maybe 5 or 6 months old) was at the park with its owners. The dog had been doing well with other dogs and people all day, playing, accepting pets and cuddling.

People would call the puppy very social. But as the day went on, the constant pressure from passing strangers and dogs entering the puppy’s space made the puppy anxious. It was too much stimulation over too long a period of time. Rather than advocating for the puppy and giving it space, the owners allowed the strange people and dogs to continue to pressure him.

Toward the end of the day, the puppy growled and snapped at a child riding by on a scooter. This response was not aggression. It was an overwhelmed dog begging for space. When the owners saw the dog snap, they grabbed the puppy, held its mouth closed, and asked the child on the scooter to come back and pet the puppy so the dog could learn to be more social. In that very instance, the owners created reactivity toward children, and possibly aggression.

I don’t write this to point fingers at owners or make people feel ashamed.

I write this to raise awareness about the advice about socialization that is out there. I have read online articles and heard trainers recommend

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Socialization should always be quality over quantity. If you want to socialize your dog, set up exercises with small groups of people or dogs you know in an environment you can control (public settings are much harder to control than private). Advocate for your dog by creating space when necessary, and let your dog bloom in their own time. With these simple steps you can hopefully avoid reactivity and aggression in the future.

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ast year 7B Women, through its Boobs ‘n Beer Fun Run and Oktoberfest, and with the generous support of sponsors and the community, were able to raise $20,000 for Community Cancer Services and Celebrate Life, two grassroots organizations that do so much for local cancer patients.

The event has grown exponentially over the last three years with total funds raised of nearly $40,000.

This year, in order to accommodate the growing crowds, 7B Women will be partnering with Matchwood Brewing Company to bring participants an even bigger event!

“We are excited to be at a bigger venue where we can accommodate all our attendees rain or shine,” said Jenn Markwardt, co-chair of the event.

It all begins with a 5k Fun Run that begins at 11am. Costumes are highly encouraged, whether it’s sporting head-to-toe pink or coming dressed for the Oktoberfest theme. After the race join fellow racers and the community for an Oktoberfest at Matchwood Brewing. For those 21 and older, your race registration includes a beer and bratwurst, and a portion of all beer sales will go back to the cause. Grab lunch, sit back and relax with friends as you listen to live music. Be sure and bring the kids, as there will also be a kids’ zone.

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Packet pickup will take place at Matchwood Brewing Friday, September 20 from 3 to 6pm and Saturday, September 21 from 9 to 10:30am. You can register in person at both locations. For more information, visit 7BWomen. com.

Also new this year is the fact the event is taking place on a Saturday as opposed to Sundays in previous years. “We are hopeful it will bring more out to support a great cause,” said Alice Sloane, also a co-chair.

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“WE WANT THE COMMUNITY TO HAVE A DEEPER UNDERSTANDING OF WHAT THEIR OPTIONS ARE AND THE DANGERS THAT CAN BEFALL PROPERTY AND INHERITANCES THAT ARE NOT PROPERLY PROTECTED.”

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homas A. Bushnell’s passion for helping people and solving problems started at an early age in third grade, while strategizing for a mock trial.

Today, Tom is owner and attorney at law at Bushnell Law, which opened its doors in Bonners Ferry in March of 2017. Since day one, Tom and his firm have been dedicated to being efficient and personable to each client who walks through their doors.

“We emphasize performing in a timely fashion so we can supply our clients with quality services while maintaining affordability,” says Tom. The firm handles many different aspects of law. Sixty percent of their business is estate planning. Bushnell Law specializes in ensuring the maximum amount possible is left to their clients’ loved ones by avoiding probate and Medicaid liens, keeping money that should be passed down

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to the descendants from being usurped by outside forces. “We want the community to have a deeper understanding of what their options are and the dangers that can befall property and inheritances that are not properly protected,” affirms Tom. This led Tom to start teaching a free class on the third Friday of every month at 6:30pm to inform people about wills and trusts.

Tom has a gift for explaining the legal processes in simple terms for his clients, which allows them to easily understand the process without having to have a legal background.

As Sheraya Hauck, paralegal and office manager at Bushnell Law shares, “Tom loves to help people. He wants them to leave in a better position than when they arrived at our office, no matter the issue at hand.”

decades after relocating from Washington state. Tom and his family originally moved to Porthill and lived off-grid in a log home. As Tom says, “The natural beauty of Boundary County is unparalleled.”

During Tom and Sherry’s more than 37 years of marriage, the couple has been devoted not only to each other but three nonprofit organizations.

Today they run Blessed Beginnings, a crisis pregnancy center in Boundary County, as well as two other nonprofit organizations.

If you are looking for a local attorney to help guide you through your estate planning or any of the additional services they offer, Bushnell Law has your best interest in mind. Thomas A. Bushnell is licensed in Idaho, Washington and California.

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“SEEING PEOPLE ENJOY OUR BEER AND OUR BREWERY IS ONE OF THE GREATEST THINGS ABOUT WHAT WE DO."

andpoint has a colossal amount of educated craft beer drinkers, and what better way to expand on their knowledge than to have extraordinary breweries in the area to learn from. One, in particular, Laughing Dog Brewing, has proven their abilities to create beers that are both tasteful to their customers and also obtain the “wow” factor to win national awards.

This year, Laughing Dog took their talents once again to the North American Brewers Association International Beer Awards competition in Idaho Falls, the second largest in the nation. Although taking four beers to the competition in different categories, the new and innovative English Pale Ale was the one that gained the most traction at the event.

Judging of the beers submitted to the competition fall within four different categories: appearance, aroma, flavor and carbonation levels. “Just because a beer tastes good doesn’t mean it falls into stylistic categories,” as Evan Addario, brewer extraordinaire said, “so we needed to create something that would

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be appealing to judges and, of course, our customers at home.”

The English Pale Ale was the product of the minds of Laughing Dog, which offers each taste-tester a light, spring-seasonal taste that is lower in alcohol and easy to drink as the spring turns to the summer months. As Laughing Dog Brewing describes, “Our English Pale Ale is brewed with the most classic English malts and hops.” This creates a “biscuity malt character balanced with a faint orange fruitiness and a spicy/earthy hop character.”

Well, the 2019 judges at the NABA competition found Laughing Dog’s English Pale Ale to meet the requirements of both the competition and appealing to their taste buds as Laughing Dog brought home the Silver Medal in Strong Bitter ESB (extra special) category. Michelle Sivertson, vice president of operations, exclaimed, “It’s a huge accomplishment to any brewer to get any award at this event, let alone a Silver, and especially because every person judging the beer is credentialed and it is all done blindly.”

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The brewers at Laughing Dog have been said to be extremely innovative and always looking for something new while also being stylistically correct. As Addario said, they are “true to school.” But that true-to-school innovation has led them to great success and will continue as the brewers’ passions and dedication continue to stem new ideas. “Seeing people enjoy our beer and our brewery is one of the greatest things about what we do,” Addario said.

An honor, for sure, to Laughing Dog to win a Silver Medal this year.

Last year they won a Gold Medal for their Pecan Porter. Medaling is in Laughing Dog’s history, and Sivertson owes it to the innovative brewers they have on their crew—and also the Sandpoint community. Sivertson is very thankful for the Sandpoint community and also the comradery that all the other breweries in the area have with each other. “I very much appreciate the comradery we share with others in the community. We are all here to support each other, not directly compete all the time.”

As a team, they all have brought the brewing community of Sandpoint together.

to the people of Sandpoint, particularly driven by animals and children.

For nine years, they have been heavily involved in the Panhandle Animal Shelter and have supported the Yappy Hour while regularly contributing to the betterment of PAS. They are present with K9 Companions and Ponderay Days. They help with the nutrition food drives at Kootenai Elementary and partake in KXLY’s Coats 4 Kids coat drive. In the past they have been a big aspect of the K-9 Keg Pulls in the winter months.

Sivertson says that she is truly honored to be a part of a community like Sandpoint. “I am thankful that our staff is invested as well.”

Laughing Dog Brewing is passionate about what they are doing, what they have brought to the community and what they will continue to give back to its community members.

“Every day we come to the brewery, it’s a recipe for a good day. Beer is fun!” Sivertson said. “We are challenged and inspired with new ideas, but as long as we continue to do the right things, for our brewery and community, it’s a good day.”

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ean Bonner is quick to call himself a nerd, and during his 15 years living in North Idaho, he has come to realize that he is not alone.

Through the Coeur d’Alene branch of the Innovation Collective, he and other self-avowed nerds have a place to come together and work toward the organization’s mission, which is to create “a global entrepreneurship movement in smaller towns,” nodding to the uniqueness of each town and the skills of each member.

Charles Buck is the associate vice president and executive officer for University of Idaho Coeur d’Alene, and his charge is to increase educational access in the community to foster positive growth and development, not just in Coeur d’Alene but in towns across the state.

So perhaps it was only a matter of time that the efforts of Buck and people like Bonner in the Innovation Collective were able to come together.

And come together they have, with a program that is off to a faster start than either of them expected.

The need is evident. The tech world is already in need of about 50,000 qualified coders and app writers, Buck said, and that demand isn’t going away. But not everyone is in a position to uproot their families in order to redirect their careers, he said.

With the help of Apple, the University of Idaho and the Innovation Collective have created “Inspire Idaho.” The program’s goal? To help Idahoans learn the skills of coding and mobile app development, all without driving farther than their hometown library or enrolling in university classes.

In early 2018, Buck ended up in conversations with some representatives from Apple, which, he learned, already had a curriculum to teach people how to code and develop apps—all in about 180 hours of work and study.

“We need to find other products that our citizens can understand and really benefit from,” Buck said. “We want to bring something that’s relevant to our communities.”

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In March that year, Buck mustered five teams of U of I and Apple representatives to travel across the state, visiting 20 cities and holding forums to introduce this idea to Idahoans. Buck thought they might get a couple hundred people interested.

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Within four days, they had 450 signups. Now they have 348 people enrolled across 11 sites— including Bonners Ferry and Coeur d’Alene— with another 550 people waiting to join teams. A Sandpoint-based group is scheduled to start this fall.

“The key thing about the curriculum that got me excited about going forward is it’s not just learning how to code,” Buck said. “You can go from knowing nothing to a fully developed app if you get through the curriculum, so there’s a real tangible deliverable on the other end.”

Buck and his colleagues at the University of Idaho are doing what they can to ensure a successful experience for those involved in the program.

Toward that end, each group has at least one expert or mentor—someone with experience in

coding or software development—as a sort of “den mother” to guide enrollees. That’s where the Innovation Collective has leveraged its state-wide reach, enlisting volunteers to fill those roles.

“The volunteers are what’s really impressed me,” Buck said.

The program has also reached out to libraries to offer spaces for the teams to meet and to businesses and municipalities to help eliminate the primary barrier to entry: the need for a Macbook computer to complete the curriculum.

Through grants and donations, some groups have had their computers paid for, while others are able to borrow some through the university’s various branches.

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“We’re limited by Macbooks and by experts to get more teams going,” Buck said. “That’s really our main thing right now.”

Groups first launched last summer, so many of them are coming to the end of the program right about now. Bonner has been involved with the group in Bonners Ferry, sometimes through inperson visits but more often by video chat from his home in Post Falls. Every student has been enthusiastic, he said, though not all who started will finish the program.

While Apple’s curriculum is called “Everyone Can Code,” some people pick it up faster than others or are able to devote more time to it.

Bonner’s group in Bonners Ferry decided that a pace of four hours per week was a good starting

point to get done in a year, but that hasn’t necessarily been a pace everyone has kept up with.

and workforce, and people are doing something now to retool, so the U of I is a good sponsor to get this program started.”

Also, the process of learning to code and then actually writing specific code to build the apps that students are setting out to create is not necessarily a smooth one, Bonner said.

Along with Bonner, Jim Hutten will be a mentor for the Sandpoint team. The group of about 15 will meet at the library on a weekly basis, he said, with the hope that being together will help members troubleshoot and learn together.

“When people start getting into the actual (digital) playgrounds, they say, ‘Wow this is way more than I thought,’” said Bonner, a software developer.

“The program was trying to get people enthusiastic, and some are realizing this isn’t quite what they thought, but the people who are still in now are definitely wanting to finish. … At the root it’s a self-study, so you get out of it what you put into it.”

“Like any other learning, (we) want to create an environment here where people are inspired, where they can go when they get frustrated but not be on a rigorous training schedule like education is,” Hutten said. “Charles (Buck) has a great vision. We need to change the way people learn and get educated.”

Bonner believes in the program, though, and said he will continue to work with groups this fall.

“The University of Idaho was founded when all the states were being settled and farmed, and they realized we had all these people who need to be able to do a good job at farming,” Bonner said. “We have a new shift in technology

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Hutten, as well as others he talks to in Sandpoint, realizes that coding is a skill that’s not going away. Many people, he said, don’t want to leave Sandpoint, but they want a better job and they want to learn the skill on their own time.

This program, then, is a great fit, Hutten said.

“We would like them to get done in 12 months, but if someone falls behind, that’s OK,” Hutten said. “Our goal is, let’s keep going.”

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Faced with a difficult decision, Brandon said he will choose his school based on the quality of the school. “I’ll look at how I relate to the players and coaches and the overall feeling I get on the campus.”

What Brandon says he loves most about football doesn't have much to do with scoring the points or sacking the quarterback; it’s all about relationships.

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The areas of study that interest him the most are business administration/entrepreneurship and mechanical engineering.

Although playing sports year-round can be quite time consuming, Brandon says when he does have free time he enjoys skiing, riding motorcycles and spending time on the lake.

When asked what coach has had the greatest influence on him, Brandon could not just choose one. “Coach Knowles, Coach Yarno and Engelson. They have all taught me the value of hard work.”

Brandon has also appreciated the advice of former head coach Satini Puailoa, who emphasized the importance of being a multisport athlete. “It is something I have always done, but now I realize how much more athletic one becomes when participating in multiple sports. You definitely need to switch it up.”

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“Since joining and training with this team, I have been able to cut my 5k time down to 20:54, almost a three- to four-minute improvement from when I began, and become captain of the girls’ team,” said Bionce, who is currently in the top 10 percent of her class and a member of the National Honor Society.

attending the Oregon Institute of Technology to study pharmaceutical engineering and possibly macroeconomics.

Bionce is grateful to be part of the SHS cross-country team and says a team with this dynamic is hard to come by and, in her opinion, irreplaceable.

And as she goes forward in life, she will take with her an important lesson that running has taught her: “There is always something left to give, and whatever you think about that, you are right.”

She shares that one of the most challenging things when it comes to cross country is the mental aspect.

“Mental strength triumphs over your physical strength, constantly pushing your comfort level further,” said Bionce. “It also requires strong, genuine relationships with the team and the people you race beside.”

She adds that running beside teammates every day, getting to know each other’s breaking points and testing their limits together is what she cherishes the most.

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When they bring about something that improves the quality of life and promotes better health opportunities year-round, that’s even better!

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So when the YMCA opened in the former Sandpoint West Athletic Club facility last December, the options for indoor activities increased dramatically and, most importantly, affordably.

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Board Chairperson Kendon Perry says, “Sandpoint is clearly a spectacular place to call home and own a business, with abundant outdoor activities.

For some folks in our community there is a significant barrier to indoor healthy living activities. The YMCA membership for all program and mission-driven philosophy will definitely open doors for every citizen that wants to join the Y or participate in Y programs.”

The group worked closely with the Spokane Y team, who was firmly committed to this project and helped the board stay focused on the needs of the community. Their vision was strongly supported by Sandpoint residents, and when Sandpoint West Athletic Club owners Don and Sue Helander put their facility on the market, the timing was perfect for YMCA to move into town.

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The move was boosted with a multi-year sponsorship from Litehouse Foods, which enabled the YMCA to close on purchasing the facility in Sandpoint and kick start a campaign for future program enhancements and funding for infrastructure upgrades. In honor of their sponsorship, the facility was named The Litehouse YMCA. The salad dressing company, with deep roots in Bonner County, felt this was a natural fit with their core values, one of which is stewardship. CEO Kelly Prior explains, “We believe that we have a responsibility to serve the communities in which we operate. When the YMCA approached Litehouse about the opportunity to partner with them, it felt like a natural fit. Their focus on families, a mission driven with faith-inspired values and commitment to providing new programs for our communities aligned with our vision.”

YMCA works on the principle of providing a safe place for everyone to learn, grow and thrive, where they can feel healthy, confident, connected and secure. YMCA is committed to: youth development, empowering young people to reach their full potential; healthy living, working to

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improve the well-being of individuals and the community; and social responsibility, providing support and inspiring action within the communities they serve.

They also believe in providing kid-focused staffed activities, connecting teens together in a safe and fun environment, giving families healthy spaces to enjoy their time together, and increasing access by providing affordable programming, health and wellness opportunities for all ages.

The Litehouse YMCA currently offers a variety of programs for every age, from infants to senior citizens. For kids, the Y offers summer day camp, Crazy 8’s (a math camp), youth fitness training, karate, dance and swim instruction. They help local youth play football and, holding on to Don Helander’s favorite sport, racquetball!

They also offer healthy living programs, such as group exercise classes (studio and water), dance, personal fitness training and nutrition coaching. During the day, family swim time is offered, along with the use of whirlpools and saunas.

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YMCAs are created to fit each community, and the Litehouse Y is unique in how it will meet local community needs. As insight is gained, they will create new programs to accomplish the goals of this area. They aim to be a community partner by delivering schoolage care and more teen programs, as well as specifically serve Sandpoint’s active adult population by providing a variety of group exercise classes. The Y’s main goal is to build social connections by making the Y experience available for all, where everyone is welcome.

“Our mission is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all,” says YMCA Communications and Marketing Director Mary Berry.

Since opening the Litehouse YMCA last December, there has been a learning curve, according to Mary: “During this first year of operation, our leadership is meeting with, and learning from, local leaders and members of the community to determine which programs and services would be of most value to the area.”

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Mary shares that part of meeting the needs of the community means listening to the needs of the community. The City of Sandpoint conducted a study of local students from grades six through 12, and their parents, and received feedback about the need for affordable after-school programs, family friendly activities, structured activities for teens and a safe space for all during structured or unstructured times.

“The YMCA has a long story of meeting these types of community need, and we look forward to opportunities to grow programs and services which the community identifies as priorities,” Mary says.

With high hopes for the future, Kendon adds, “I am confident The Litehouse Y will continue to grow and the philosophy of collaborating with existing organizations will only increase the standard of living and offer healthy living opportunities throughout our community.”

Prior reiterates that from Litehouse’s perspective, “Our goal is for the YMCA to be able to offer affordable programs to our community that encourage family, faith and healthy living with mind and body.”

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The ability to meet members and community participants wherever they are is only possible through continued support. YMCA is a charitable nonprofit organization that believes in membership for all, based on a sliding scale according to each household’s income … and no one is turned away due to financial hardship.

To give to the YMCA is to give directly to the community.

If you haven’t been to the Litehouse YMCA yet, consider checking it out. Sign up for a class for you or your children. Work out with your spouse or a friend … or make some nurturing time for yourself. While Sandpoint is a place to experience healthy living at its finest, the Litehouse YMCA makes it even more so.

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Steve Russo, owner of Like Media, Inc., the parent company of Living Local 360, realizes that as technology has exploded exponentially over the last several years, there are many avenues to brand one’s business, and he set out to do what he could to optimize his clients’ exposure in the world of advertising.

“People are receiving their information in a variety of ways. We are a society that is on the run, tied to our phones and social media, so it is critical to utilize many platforms for spreading our message,” says Russo.

A year ago, Like Media launched a new company, Rocket Fish Digital, the goal of which is to assist clients to more effectively market their businesses online and track just how their message is being received and what avenues of marketing are the most effective for that particular business.

Rocket Fish Digital provides its clients with the tools to improve their digital footprint and track their analytics. And do you ever wonder if there are

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The experienced staff at Rocket Fish Digital will provide social media pages for your business, updating them and optimizing the exposure on a regular basis. With Rocket Fish Digital managing, interacting, generating and reporting on all reviews that come in on your business, this guarantees Rocket Fish Digital’s clients provide timely responses to inquiries while also ensuring prompt customer service.

Each month, Rocket Fish Digital provides its clients with an extensive report covering various topics such as listing search terms, Google search queries for each weekday, Google phone calls broken down by the hour and more. How do they do this?

Russo explains that one such way is through analyzing the average number of times consumers took action from a business’s Google My Business listing by detailing whether they clicked the “call,” “directions” or “website” links.

“We have already witnessed great success with the clients who have signed up for our beta program launched in January 2018,” says Russo.

“We launched this service after years of research, and we can now provide our clients with every tool necessary to be relevant online, improving their Google rankings and overall digital footprint at a fraction of the cost of most competitors.”

Jim Hutchens is a Certified Public Accountant who had limited his advertising to print until just a year ago. He enlisted the help of Rocket Fish Digital and is amazed at how much information he is able to receive about his online marketing.

“I never really thought much of online marketing, but with encouragement from others I decided to go ahead and sign up with Rocket Fish. It’s been amazing to me to see the feedback from my social media, website and Google listings,” said Hutchens.

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A PAIN IN THE FOOT

Eight drug-free solutions for plantar fasciitis

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feel a stretch along the ball of your foot. Holding that for 30 seconds and repeating up to five times can make a world of difference in your pain levels.

lantar fasciitis can be a real pain in the foot.

Plantar fasciitis is the medical term for inflammation of the plantar fascia, which is the connective tissue that runs along the bottom of your foot.

Manual Therapy Traditional massage of the calf and Achilles heel can also reduce pain. To massage the area yourself, you can use a rolling pin or tennis ball on the sole of your foot to roll out the plantar fascia, gradually applying more pressure once it's tolerable.

There are many amazing treatments to help get rid of your discomfort.

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Calf Stretching: To help loosen those muscles, take a towel or belt and loop it around the ball of your foot. Keeping your leg straight, gently pull toward your body until you feel a stretch in the lower part of your leg.

We recommended shoes for plantar fasciitis that should feel comfortable right out of the box. It also should control your foot’s motion and, for some people, correct pronation, good arch support and cushioning, particularly if you have high arches.

Plantar Fascia Stretching: Gently pull your toes up with your hand until you

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THE PLANTAR FASCIA IS MADE UP OF A SHEET OF CONNECTIVE TISSUE CALLED “COLLAGEN” AND, THEREFORE, RESPONDS WELL TO TREATMENTS SUCH AS DRY NEEDLING.

Dry Needling A number of studies have investigated the use of dry needling for healing damaged tissues. Dry needling may improve the structure, organization and strength of collagen fibers. The plantar fascia is made up of a sheet of connective tissue called “collagen” and, therefore, responds well to treatments such as dry needling. Not only has it been shown to reduce pain/inflammation, but it actually has been shown to improve the overall strength of your ligaments.

Cupping Therapy Cupping has been used for centuries among both Eastern- and Western-based health-care practitioners. It is used in therapy to “decompress” the plantar fascia whereas traditional massage techniques use “compression.” This suction and negative pressure provided by cupping can loosen (stretch) muscles and encourage blood flow.

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light (photons) into your injured tissues and can penetrate 2 inches without being absorbed by the skin, fat or blood. Once the photons find the injured tissues, they stimulate and energize the cells to repair and strengthen at a remarkably fast rate. This treatment does not wear off.

Weight Changes If you're overweight you may put more pressure on the bottom of your feet. That pressure can lead to plantar fasciitis. Losing weight can help not only with plantar fasciitis pain but also help with your overall health and wellness.

Taping Kinesiology tape is one treatment that your physical therapist may use to help provide relief from your plantar fasciitis by taking the pressure of your plantar fascia, supporting your foot’s natural arch and by facilitating the muscles surrounding your foot to provide support.

It is important to discuss these skilled therapy interventions with your physical therapist to assess which solutions may work best for you.

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IT’S A TRICKY CONDITION Quick tips for combating acne

By Kristin Carlson, Medical Esthetician, Refined Aesthetics Med Spa, PLLC

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et’s be honest, acne is the worst. It is a condition that affects men and women of all ages and can be tricky to treat.

Acne is typically caused by an excess of oil production and hair follicles getting clogged by dead skin cells. Treatment can vary greatly depending on the cause of your acne (bacteria, diet, hormones, inflammation, etc.), but you know what they say? It’s always better to prevent than treat. Below are some tips that can help prevent an acne breakout from occurring at all.

Tips for reducing acne: Change your pillowcase regularly. Nighttime is when your body and your skin are allowed a chance to rest and rebuild. Having a fresh pillowcase to lay your face on means there is no bacteria interrupting this rebuilding state. Change your pillowcase two times per week, and during active breakouts change it daily.

Dry your face with a clean towel after washing.

Dedicate a separate hand towel or washcloth specifically to your face. Use it to pat your face dry after washing and then throw it in the dirty laundry. Use a new one each time.

Clean your cell phone every day. Our phones, whether it’s a cell phone or your office phone, probably get the most use on any given day. They can hold on to a lot of germs (scientists at the University of Arizona have found that cell phones carry 10 times more bacteria than most toilet seats). Try to avoid holding your phone against your face and give it a wipe down with an antibacterial wipe at the end of each day.

Clean and replace makeup brushes. Makeup brushes are another breeding ground for bacteria. Brushes used for concealer and foundation should be cleaned once

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Resist picking. It is the hardest yet most important one of all. A whitehead that looks like it is about to erupt is so tempting to squeeze, but do your absolute best to keep your hands away. Just like our cell phones, our hands hold on to a lot of bacteria throughout the day. Transferring it to your face only creates more chances for a blemish to arise. Plus, squeezing and picking increases your chance for scarring, creating a mark lasting

much longer than the blemish itself. If you absolutely cannot resist the whitehead, make sure your face and hands are clean, use gloves or a tissue, and sanitize the blemish afterward. Or better yet, see your skin-care professional for a cleansing facial with extractions.

These quick and easy tips will not solve your acne, but they can help reduce the frequency and length of a breakout. A healthy diet and lifestyle, along with staying hydrated, will also help reduce the effects of acne. For more tips and tricks to combating this tricky skin condition, schedule a consult with your dermatologist or skin-care provider.

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onner General Health Community Hospice provides personalized care in Bonner and Boundary counties for those facing a lifelimiting illness, injury or disease. The hospice medical director, along with a team of nurses, social workers, certified nurse aides, therapists, chaplains and volunteers work in partnership with patients’ health-care providers and offer physical, emotional and spiritual services and support for the hospice client and their families.

Bonner General Health Community Hospice is collaborating with Kootenai Health and NW Palliative Care, hosting a weeklong series of events about "Living & Dying Well" in Sandpoint from October 14 through 19.

The weeklong series of events includes: Monday, October 14 ~ Death Café - People gather, eat cake, drink tea and have a discussion to increase awareness about death; 4 to 6pm. Location to be announced.

A common misconception of hospice care is that it is a sign of giving up. The hospice team and volunteers are working on changing that. “If brought in timely, hospice services offer hope, increased quality of life and so much more for those facing their end-of-life journey. We also see loved ones cope with the loss better,” explained Tami Feyen, Bonner General Health Community Hospice and Home Health Services manager.

Tuesday, October 15 ~ Poetry Reading & Music - Open mic with poetry, conversation and music from the Music Conservatory of Sandpoint; 4 to 6pm. Location to be announced.

Wednesday, October 16 ~ KRFY 88.5 FM Morning Show - “Living & Dying Well” conversation with hosts Suzy Prez and Chris Bessler at 8am with Dr. Nicole Pelly and Lissa DeFreitas.

“Our patients define their goals and what is most important to them as they walk their very important end-of-life journey. We mobilize every resource possible to meet what is most important to them,” said Feyen. “We are the only nonprofit hospice provider in Northern Idaho, which means we give back to our community, providing care services and support to residents of Bonner and Boundary counties. Our program and services are made possible in part due to generous donations from our community.

Thursday, October 17 ~ Season of Life Stroll - A facilitated nature hike starts at the trail head of the Pend Oreille Bay Trail at 4pm.

Friday, October 18 ~ “Death Over Dinner”- Community meal (potluck) with conversation held at Sandpoint Community Hall from 6 to 8pm.

Classes and support groups are offered at no charge to help adults process and understand grief, develop coping skills and adapt to change. A monthly support group for parents grieving the loss of a child is held, as well as an annual Kids Grief Camp that helps children ages 8 to 17 cope with the loss of a parent, grandparent, sibling or close friend.

Saturday, October 19 ~ Capstone Event - A series of movie scenes moderated by a panel of Palliative Care experts and community members including questions and conversation from the audience about 'Living & Dying Well' in our town; 6pm at the Panida Theater.

For more information about all of the services provided by Bonner General Health, please visit BonnerGeneral.org.

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Bonner General Health Community Hospice offers bereavement support groups to members of our community at no charge.

We offer an 8-week Coping with Grief class, an Adult Grief Support Group, a support group for Parent’s Grieving the Loss of a Child, and an Annual Kids Grief Camp.

Please visit BonnerGeneral.org/bereavement-counseling for more information or call 208-265-1179.

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PELVIC DISORDERS

Don’t let it impact your quality of life

By Amanda Thome, DPT, Cornerstone Physical Therapy

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elvic floor disorders among women are alarmingly prevalent. Did you know that pelvic floor disorders affect approximately 10 percent of women ages 29 through 39, and it steadily climbs to a prevalence of 50 percent of women experiencing pelvic floor disorders by the age of 80? It can’t be stressed enough that while pelvic floor disorders become more common as women age, this is not a normal part of aging. Pelvic floor disorders can seriously impact your quality of life, but they don’t have to. Thankfully, these disorders can often be reversed or vastly improved with conservative treatment.

surgery, heavy lifting or straining due to chronic constipation, and even genetics.

The pelvic floor is made up of a group of muscles and ligaments in the pelvic region which acts like a sling to support the organs in our pelvis. The pelvic floor is hidden from view; however, it can be trained and therefore strengthened just like any other muscle in our body. People living with pelvic floor disorders may experience symptoms such as urinary incontinence or constipation, including straining or pain during bowel movements. They may have pain or pressure in the pelvic region, a heavy feeling in the pelvis or muscle spasms in the pelvis. So what causes these disorders? Common causes can include a weakened pelvic floor, which may or may not be due to childbirth, obesity, pelvic

Evidence shows that when done correctly and taught by a physical therapist who specializes in these conditions, pelvic floor exercises are effective for treating many pelvic floor disorders. It is never too late to start training. There is evidence to support that older patients with incontinence are just as likely to see improvements from the exercises as younger people.

IT CAN’T BE STRESSED ENOUGH THAT WHILE PELVIC FLOOR DISORDERS BECOME MORE COMMON AS WOMEN AGE, THIS IS NOT A NORMAL PART OF AGING.

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So what can be done? The first step is to talk with your health-care provider about your symptoms.

The second step is to begin pelvic floor training with a physical therapist who has specialized training in this field. Research shows that up to 50 percent of women who try pelvic floor exercises by a pamphlet/handout do the techniques incorrectly, which can make their problem worse. For this reason, it is important to have a therapist to teach you the correct ways to retrain your pelvic floor.

If you are a woman living with a pelvic floor disorder, talk to your health-care provider today about pelvic floor physical therapy. You can learn more about how pelvic floor therapy can help you by visiting SandpointPhysicalTherapy.com.

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espite the controversy surrounding Lyme disease and the idea that it simply does not exist, the Center for Disease Control (CDC) maintains an official national surveillance database of probable and confirmed cases. In 2017 there were 42,743 cases reported by local and regional authorities around the country—131 came out of the Pacific Northwest, of which 20 of these were individuals in Idaho. Unofficially, the CDC estimates there are over 300,000 cases diagnosed each year.

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Lyme disease, or more formally Lyme borreliosis, is a bacterial infection that comes from the bite of infected ticks. It is the very small immature nymph that causes most infections. These are less than 2 millimeters in size, barely seen and easily overlooked. The adults are just as likely to cause a problem, but they are more visible and thus removed quicker.

THE PREVALENCE OF TICK-BORNE LYME DISEASE

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A significant amount of Lyme disease cases occur during the months of June, July and August. All ages can be affected, but children 5 to 15 and adults 50 to 70 carry most of the burden. Keep in mind, ticks don’t care how old you are, and they can also find you in winter.

These creatures don’t just fall on you, they will run toward you. They use sensors to detect CO2 or ammonia and extend prickly legs in hope you’ll brush against them. Once they bite into you, they use an anesthetic so you don’t feel them sucking.

It is commonly thought it takes about 24 to 48 hours before the bacteria are transmitted, but it can happen sooner. A rash may appear within seven to 14 days at the site of a tick bite as the infection stays localized. Borrelia burgdorferi, the formal name of the bacteria, can also cause fever, headache and neck pain in the early stages and give rise to arthritis as the disease progresses.

If you’ve been bitten, preventive antibiotics could be the best way to avoid exposure to Lyme. In later stages, it gets harder, especially since individuals vary in regard to treatment. Symptoms sometimes linger for months or years, and in some cases cause severe and permanent organ and neurological damage.

There are those who live with long-term, chronic and debilitating symptoms due to a persistent infection. The International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society (ILADS) terms this “chronic Lyme” and has a database of physicians trained to handle such complex cases.

Ticks carry more than Lyme disease. They also harbor bacteria and viruses that give rise to ailments such as Babesia, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, ehrlichiosis, Powassan virus, and tularemia. But remember, not all ticks are infected.

It is difficult to accurately diagnose Lyme disease throughout all stages. And not all physicians agree on diagnosis and treatment. Thus many cases go unreported, and the CDC is investing heavily at new diagnosis methods and other strains of bacteria.

ILADS recommends if you suspect you have Lyme disease that the first step is to use a highly sensitive ELISA test followed by a Western Blot if something came back positive.

Getting infected does not automatically mean you’ll have symptoms, and it takes time for the infection to show up on tests. Maintaining optimal health, especially gut and immune function, remains a top priority.

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o brew beer you need four key ingredients: water, yeast, malt and hops. Clean water makes for a crisp beverage, and yeast is used to convert sugars into alcohol. Malt is where the color and flavor profile comes from, and hops add to the aroma and bitterness. A stroll down any grocery store aisle and you’ll find such a wide range of choices that it’s hard to fathom they all come from the same four basic ingredients. If you’ve tipped back a Bud Light, Goose Island IPA, Elysian Dragon Tooth Stout or Ten Barrel Trail Beer, then you’ll want to raise your glass and toast to one of the men who supplies the beer industry with one of its key ingredients.

Ed Atkins is a fourth generation farmer whose family continues to work the lands along the Kootenai River Valley in the far reaches of Northern Idaho. About 10 miles south of the Canadian border you’ll find a lush valley surrounded by towering mountains. All kinds of crops flourish here including hops, and Ed and his team have more than a few plants to keep an eye on.

Elk Mountain Farms was built in 1987 and originally covered 600 acres. In 1989, the farm was expanded by another 600 acres, and in 1991 an additional 500 acres were added. The 1,700 acres easily makes Elk Mountain Farms the largest hop farm in North America.

Ed is the general manager of the massive operation, something he didn’t see coming when he started here more than 30 years ago.

“I didn’t know anything about hops,” he recalled. In the late ‘80s Ed was in the logging industry when he was laid off due to slowing production. He knew the person who was starting up the farm and was asked if he wanted a job. “I thought I’d work there for a few months then head back into the woods again, but here I am,” he said.

Ed now oversees a full-time staff of 21 and seasonal workers that during harvest can swell to 220. He’s held numerous positions from mechanic to manager to business operations, and GM for the last 11 years. From having no knowledge of hops, Ed is now a walking encyclopedia. “We have a rich, fertile valley here with lots of irrigation, long summer days and cool nights. Hops enjoy the 80 degree days and the 60 degree nights,” he explained.

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Elk Mountain Farms is situated on similar latitude to hop farms in Germany. This was taken into account when finding a location for the massive operation. Hallertau and Saaz are some of the oldest hops known to man and do very well in Germany. These were the first varieties planted at Elk Mountain and were also very successful.

During the early days of the farm, the hops were being utilized for Budweiser’s flagship products Bud and Bud Light. As the craft beer movement began to swing back up again, it was Ed’s job to bring in additional varieties to meet brewers’ demand for new products. “We started with two and are now growing seven varieties,” said Ed. These include Amarillo and the newest rage Citra, used in juicy or hazystyle IPAs. It’s a market that’s much different from when Ed began his career at Elk Mountain. “Today’s consumers are a lot more fickle, and I see there is virtually no loyalty to brands. It seems to always be about what’s new versus what’s good.”

With that in mind, the experimental side of the farm has also ramped up. There was a time when Ed and his team were only experimenting with a half dozen plants; today that number has skyrocketed to 1,500.

“We are always looking for the next big thing as there are two big niches today: drinking what’s local or regional or what’s the new latest and greatest.” While the experimental side is an operation of itself, the main farm is where the vast majority of the work comes from.

A single acre on the farm contains 889 plants, meaning at full capacity there are more than 1.5 million plants that are tended to. “Hops are high maintenance and high labor,” explained Ed. Hop bines grow

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vertically, and each bine on the farm will reach a height of about 20 feet. Elk Mountain uses a core yarn that is made from coconut husk fibers as a way for the plant to wrap itself and grow vertically. Workers need to put these up at the start of each year. Most plants require two strings each. This translates to approximately 80 million feet or 15,000 miles worth of string put up by hand each and every year.

Unfortunately for the team, the bines need assistance if they are going to reach their full potential, which means training. Each May workers go out for the first training, which involves manually wrapping each bine around the string. About a month later it’s done again.

Keep in mind, there are more than a million plants—and this is done twice! “We do this so that all the bines grow to an even length because we want them to all grow and bloom at the same time.”

About 100 to 150 workers tackle these jobs in the spring and summer.

There is a small window when the hop cones are ready to harvest. This is usually in August, and that’s when Elk Mountain Farms really begins to ramp up. Two-hundred-and-twenty seasonal workers are brought in to work around the clock. “We’ve done it in 17 days, but typically it’s about 20 or 21 days,” said Ed. Each worker is set to a specific task to ensure everything is done correctly and timely so the farm doesn’t miss its limited window.

Hop combines are sent out into the fields. There are only about 30 of these in the U.S., and Elk Mountain has six of them. “You have to build them yourself,” said Ed. “We can’t just call up John Deere and have them make us one.” The massive machines gather the whole bine and begin separating out the cones from the rest of the plant. Bines are sent through an unloader,

The 1,700 acres easily makes Elk Mountain Farms the largest hop farm in North America.

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which breaks up the clumps and starts to separate the cones from the rest of the plant.

The first cleaning done in the field is just step one of the process.

The harvested hops are brought into two massive structures on property to further separate the cones from waste materials. The cones run through an intricate system in which they are bounced on mesh, blasted by air and shaken again. In all they go through six different stations including mesh grates, arm piercers, trammels, a harp and finally dribble tables. (If it’s at all confusing, it should be. Just know that by the time they come out they are cleared of any excess material.) Materials separated from the cones are composted and go back into the fields to be used on the next crop.

The next step in the process is drying the hops.

This is done in a massive kiln powered by a 9 million BTU propane burner and a 75,000 CFM fan. The hops are dried at a temperature of around 130 to 145 degrees. Once out of the

kiln a conveyor drops them into another area atop a cloth for them to cool. These tables are filled about 30-inches deep, and it takes anywhere from four to 13 hours for the hops to hit their preferred moisture level of 9.5 percent. “Operators feel by hand and read the moisture levels. Once we hit that mark, they are sent to be bailed,” explained Ed. At this point the hops are ready to be used and can be shipped to distributors and brewers around North America. The hops are run up an additional set of belts and dropped into a weight box. They fall into a cloth, and once 200 pounds are in, they are sealed up by hand using two commercial-grade sewing machines. Each bail is labeled, and they are ready to be shipped.

When harvest is complete there is still plenty of work to be done preparing for next season before winter sets in. Workers stay on until around Thanksgiving time, when things slow enough for everyone to catch their breath, if only for a short time.

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For Ed, the entire experience is something he didn’t envision but wouldn’t change. He’s been able to work alongside a passionate group, many of whom started when the farm was built and retired after never leaving. “I’ve had great mentors here; the people that help you, I owe a debt of gratitude to them,” said Ed. As you look around the Northwest, new breweries continue to pop up seemingly on a monthly basis. Competition for taps at bars and restaurants is fierce, and brewers are altering their marketing and creating new styles in ways they didn’t have to when the craft beer renaissance started again in the early 2000s. While it seems like something that’s never-ending and here to stay, Ed isn’t so sure. “Craft died in the mid-'90s and came back again in the mid-2000s. It’s usually about a 10-year cycle,” Ed predicted. Ed points to consumer data showing big gains in the wine and whisky industry taking a bite into beer sales. Hop-free spiked seltzers are also exploding onto the scene, all products

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Ed has been through it before, and the farm is ready to adapt to what consumers want. If brewers continue looking for the next new hop flavor, Ed’s team will keep the experimental varieties going strong. If consumers begin to pull away from a saturated craft beer market, they’ll adjust for that too, all part of 32-years experience in farming one of the more unique crops on earth.

The relative isolation of Elk Mountain Farms ensures that encroachment likely will never become an issue. Only a few thousand people call the area home, and while there has been growth in the previous 30 years, it’s unlikely to ever impact the farm, its space or the river which it is reliant on. The scale of the operation and which hops are growing might

Only a few thousand people call the area home, and while there has been growth in the previous 30 years, it’s unlikely to ever impact the farm, its space or the river which it is reliant on.

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change, but as long as there is beer, the farm will continue to supply some of the biggest names in the industry.

With more than three decades under his belt, Ed knows his career is coming to an end in the near future. “At some point we have to hand this off to the next generation, and as I’m nearing the end of my career, it’s definitely something you think more about,” he said. Ed credits his mentors for helping him get to the position he is in and hopes that his mentorship of other employees will keep that cycle going.

One-and-a-half million plants is a lot to look after, and it takes a special talent to do so. The next time you pop the top of your favorite long neck or order up that dry-hopped Citra bomb double IPA, give a cheers to Ed, after all, it wouldn’t be so refreshing without a whole lot of hard work.

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THROUGH THE EYES OF COACH KNOWLES A PREVIEW OF THE 2019 SEASON

By Patty Hutchens hat a difference a year makes. When Sandpoint High School varsity football head coach Ryan Knowles arrived in Sandpoint a year ago, he says the biggest challenge was quickly familiarizing himself with his players.

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Assisting Coach Knowles at varsity will be former Bulldog head coach George Yarno, a return that has Knowles very excited. “He is a tremendous coach and really relates well with the players,” he said of Yarno, who will coach the offensive line.

“That first part was tough. Part of being a coach is knowing your players. That’s why I coach—to build relationships—and that takes time,” said Coach Knowles. “Now I’ve built relationships with a lot of people, but most importantly with the players.”

Joining this experienced trio will be Ryan’s dad, John Knowles, who will coach the defensive line; Scott Albertson as coach of the defensive backs; Chad Loutzenhiser as running back coach; and Dylan Benefield, who will coach the linebackers.

He has spent a year watching those players run, lift and handle adversity both on and off the field. And now that he has a firm understanding of his core players, he is looking forward to this season. “We are getting back to winning. That’s exciting,” said Knowles.

The junior varsity team will be led by Jeremy Harris, who will serve as head coach as well as the defensive coordinator and varsity defensive line assistant coach. Assisting Harris on junior varsity is Matt Waterous, who will be the offensive coordinator and the assistant wide receiver coach for the varsity team.

From freshmen to varsity, Coach Knowles has assembled a coaching staff that gives him confidence that the upcoming season will be one of hard work and success. New to this year’s varsity staff is Jeremy Thielbahr who will be the offensive coordinator, quarterback coach and will also be coaching the wide receivers.

“The JV and varsity teams practice together so that we can maximize the development for the younger guys. That’s our future,” said Coach Knowles.

No stranger to Sandpoint, Thielbahr graduated from Sandpoint High School in 1997 where he played football, baseball and ran track.

He broke school records and was named to the All-Inland Empire League, All-North Idaho and All-State teams in addition to receiving many other recognitions. He went on to play for Washington State as well as serving as a graduate assistant coach. Most recently he coached at Eastside Catholic in Sammamish, Washington, where he has won three state titles in the last five seasons.

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The freshmen team is led by Corey Coon, with Quentin Ducken, Troy Holt, Kevin Hutchens and Sean Lyon as his assistants.

“This is a great coaching staff all the way around. We have guys in places where we can really raise the bar,” said Coach Knowles.

The freshmen team attended a camp in Post Falls in early June, facing off against teams such as Coeur d’Alene, Lakeland, Timberlake and Post Falls. “They did great things on both sides of the ball. Many of them have been lifting weights since December,” said Coach Knowles of the then eighth graders who were coming in after school

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to prepare for high school football.

This year, Knowles made the decision to have the varsity team return to the Border League, where the players attended a camp in late June. They played at University High School, Post Falls and Coeur d’Alene, scrimmaging against various teams where Knowles said they performed extremely well. Then on Thursday and Friday of that week they traveled to Eastern Washington University, where they scrimmaged against many high-caliber Northwest teams.

Going into the season, Coach Knowles stated that, while the team has many strengths, he sees the biggest one being the offensive line. “Brandon Casey will lead the way for us there,” he said.

While he lost two linemen to graduation, he said most of the offensive line will play both sides of the ball, giving the team a strong defensive line as well.

Coach Knowles said he likes the diversity of opponents in the upcoming season.

“We replaced the Canadian games this year with two Washington games. It is better for consistency,” he explained, highlighting the fact that the Canadians have different rules, so those games have not always been played by the American football rules and regulations.

The biggest challenge heading into the season, said Knowles, is how fast the Bulldogs can get up to speed with their new offensive system under Coach Thielbahr. There is new terminology, verbiage and plays they will need to learn.

“We also need to eliminate giving up the big play. We need to sack the quarterback more and need to take care of the ball more on special teams. It all comes down to taking care of the ball.”

Looking ahead, part of what Coach Knowles is doing to develop the future of his teams is to form a Sandpoint Middle School football team next year. “We will definitely do eighth grade and hopefully seventh grade can join the party,” he said. “It’s a big step forward for this community.”

While skill is a big factor when it comes to success on the field, so are determination and hard work. When it comes to playing time, Knowles said he looks at each case individually, but his goal is to have all his players be hard workers and skilled at their position.

“When the talent meets the hard work, you have a special team, and that’s what we will base this season off of,” said Knowles. “We use our core, but you win with all the other players.”

There was no summer off for this hardworking coach. He was in the weight room every day from 8 to 11am helping his players train and planning for the upcoming season. He sets high goals and expectations and says it’s the least he can do for his players.

“I want every aspect of this team to be allstate—from photography to the players to our coaches,” said Coach Knowles. “That’s a little overwhelming, but that’s what the kids deserve, and that’s what I’ll expect.”

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Teamwork. Kids need to learn to work with others to achieve a common goal, whether it’s on or off the field. Positively reinforcing teamwork is one of the most important—if not the most important— aspects of any team sport. Like the saying goes, “There’s no ‘I’ in team.” Encouraging players to work together helps promote a positive environment that will help to nurture each player’s growth. It also provides additional support to those on the team who are either struggling or left out. Teamwork creates a bond among the members of the team. A team will either succeed together or fail together.

Respect. Children and young adults look to their coaches as role models. Imparting positive values on one's players is a key aspect to the game before it's ever played. It is equally important for the coach to treat his/her players with respect as it is for the players to show respect to their coach, fellow teammates, referee and the opposing team. Keep language clean on the field, regardless of who you are addressing. As a coach, players will tend to mimic his or her behavior, so it is important for coaches to set a positive example at all times.

Humility. In addition to practicing one’s sport, it is important to also practice humility. Yes, when a player makes that winning hoop or scores that final touchdown for the win, many will tend to elicit not-so-appropriate behavior after their big play. It is important to teach them that it is, of course, OK to celebrate, but not at the expense of others. They should demonstrate their excitement in a responsible and respectful manner, and the coach should encourage players to focus on the team's success as a whole—not the individual. The same can be said when the opposing team scores. Don't show signs of resentment or anger.

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Integrity. One essential component of any game is promoting integrity, and this should be at the forefront of every athletic competition starting at an early age. Young athletes should be taught the importance of clean play. There are rules and regulations for a reason, and they should not be frowned upon. They are there to protect each and every player. Let these developing athletes earn their wins honestly without sacrificing their morals. A dirty player can bring down an entire team. If there is any question that a play could be problematic, the solution is easy—come up with a new game plan.

Constructive Criticism. Everyone will make a mistake at some point, and how the coach, teammates and parents react can make or break a young athlete. Never call a player out in front of everyone.

Even though emotions can take over and a coach’s or parent’s first instinct can be to react, don’t. This will not only embarrass the player, and even those around him or her, but will most likely result in them struggling to keep playing. Wait until the game is over and emotions have calmed to sit down privately to discuss the matter. There is never a reason to belittle a young athlete in front of others, and in doing so they are being taught that it is OK to treat others this way.

Learning. The emphasis a coach should impart on any sport is not on winning but learning. Sports play an important role when it comes to instilling vital habits such as discipline, time management, perseverance and commitment. Players will learn hand-eye coordination, how to work with others and how to handle a loss— or win—with grace. Though everyone wants that winning victory, it is important to keep the focus on learning the important skills, growing personally as well as a team and working hard toward a common goal. These life habits gained on the field will benefit all involved in all aspects of life.

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rom September until the snow accumulates is the perfect time to visit Fairbanks, Alaska. The summer crowds have returned home, but you can still enjoy some of the warmer weather activities—and may even see the Aurora Borealis. Give yourself three full days to enjoy this itinerary, which gives you a good overview of the area. Upon arrival in Fairbanks, visit the Morris Thompson Cultural and Visitors Center to find information to explore Fairbanks and Alaska’s interior. It’s more than just a visitors' center and more like a natural history museum. Learn about Alaska’s Native Peoples and check out the world-class exhibits.

Day 1 Chena Hot Springs Resort is your stop for the night. It is about a 60-minute scenic drive from Fairbanks through the Chena River State Recreation Area. The road parallels the Chena River, and wildlife sightings, especially moose, are common along the Beaver Ponds and sloughs. Insider Tip: There are limited facilities along this route, so plan accordingly. Your stay here is a good opportunity to put away the technology and enjoy the natural surroundings. If you want a truly authentic Alaskan experience, stay in one of the “dry cabins” with no running water and their own outhouse. If that is too rustic, the Moose Lodge has spacious rooms with full baths.

You won’t run out of things to do while visiting this resort. Take a short walk to visit the dog kennels. The nearly 100 Alaskan sled dogs are a bundle of energy and love visitors. Take a kennel tour or enjoy a dog sled

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TAKE A SHORT WALK TO VISIT THE DOG KENNELS. THE NEARLY 100 ALASKAN SLED DOGS ARE A BUNDLE OF ENERGY AND LOVE VISITORS. TAKE A KENNEL TOUR OR ENJOY A DOG SLED RIDE; OPTIONS ARE AVAILABLE YEAR-ROUND.

ride; options are available year-round. Next visit the Ice Museum. It’s so fun to explore this masterpiece carved from ice. Insider Tip: Splurge for the apple martini served in a glass made of ice. The activities center is the heart of the resort. From here you can book activities or just hang out.

It is open 24 hours a day. Lastly, don’t miss the hot springs; what a lovely way to soak off all that stiffness from traveling.

There are two dining options at the resort: the Chena Hot Springs Restaurant serves three sit-down meals a day and is famed for its “Chena Fresh” lettuce and tomatoes, which are grown on-site year-round and is a real treat in the winter months when fresh produce is scarce. The other option is the Aurora Café, which serves soups, salads and sandwiches in the activities center.

Day 2 Plan to spend a full day exploring all Fairbanks has to offer. Stay at the SpringHill Suites in Downtown Fairbanks. It is in the hub of the city with restaurants and shops in close proximity. Across the street are the Chena River and the Yukon Quest Store. It’s worth stopping in to learn about

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this 1,000-mile dog sled race, which makes the famous Iditarod Dog Sled Race look like a fun run. Also located on-site with the hotel is Lavelle’s Bistro—one of the few upscale dining spots in Fairbanks.

Get an early start from the hot springs and book a morning tour to either Gold Dredge 8 or the Riverboat Discovery. The Binkley family has a long family history dating from the Gold Rush era and owns both businesses.

If you are a fan of TV shows like “Gold Rush,” then you will enjoy the train ride to Gold Dredge 8 where you can explore a gold dredge and pan for gold. The Riverboat Discovery will take you on a roundtrip tour of so many iconic Alaska experiences from a Bush Pilot demonstration, a dog sled demonstration and a walking tour of a Chena Indian Village, all truly memorable experiences.

In the afternoon, book a tour at the Running Reindeer Ranch, where owner Jane Atkinson has created a one-of-a-kind experience. She will regale you with stories of the early days of her reindeer journey and why the ranch is named “Running”—and yes, it does involve runaway reindeer. Atkinson is a gifted storyteller, and her tales are shared while reindeer frolic around you. Enjoy a walk through a boreal forest with

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plenty of photo opportunities. By the time you depart, you will learn everything you could possibly imagine about reindeer. This is sure to be the highlight of your Alaskan getaway.

The Pumphouse Restaurant on the banks of the Chena River recreates the glory days of the Victorian Gold Rush era. This Fairbanks Treasure is filled with antiques and authenticto-the-period furnishings, many 150 years old. The food is cooked to order from fresh local ingredients, Alaskan salmon and Certified Angus beef. This place is popular with locals and tourists alike because of the great food and service.

Day 3 Denali National Park is a two-hour scenic drive from Fairbanks. As summer facilities shut down you want to start out with a full tank of gas and plan a substantial picnic to bring with you (enough for two meals).

This is an easily doable day trip, and on the scenic drive you are likely to see wildlife on the way to the park.

The bus transportation in the park shuts down on September 12. After this date you can drive to mile post 30 at the Teklanika River. The road is open year-round to vehicles as long as conditions allow. Your first stop will be the Murie Science and Learning Center at mile 1.5 on the park road. This serves as the winter visitors' center. After getting all the information you need and double checking on the road status, head 1.5 miles up the road to the Denali Dog Sled Kennels. (Note, they are closed on Mondays.) There are no formal programs, but you can get up close to the dogs and learn more about their mission in the park.

People come to Denali National Park for its breathtaking natural scenery.

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At mile 15 you will come to the Savage River, which is a good place to stop. Restrooms are available, and there is a 1.7-mile round-trip loop trail that follows along the Savage River for a mile before crossing over a bridge and returning on the other side. There is just a slight elevation change, but the trail is rocky. Unlike most national parks, you can hike off-trail in Denali—just be careful and watch your footing. People have died when hiking off-trail here.

You can continue your drive until you reach mile 30, the Teklanika Rest Stop, which is your turn-around point. Depending on the weather and the amount of daylight hours, you may have the opportunity to see the Aurora Borealis. It will make for a long day, but if you didn’t see it at the Chena Hot Springs it will be worth it to have this special experience.

Head to Fairbanks for the night and fly home the next morning or take a late-afternoon flight and squeeze another activity in such as the Museum of the North at the University of Alaska.

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Fresh and unique, Jalapenos Mexican Restaurant in Downtown Sandpoint has been a favorite of many for over 25 years. Whether it’s Margarita Monday, Taco Tuesday or Magic Wednesday, there is something for everyone here, and its newly expanded menu has brought even more choices to diners. If you are looking for family fun, a date night or even a place to host a party in their private dining room, Jalapenos Mexican Restaurant will keep you coming back for more!

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MILLER’S COUNTRY STORE They now have homemade pies on Thursday! Come experience the sensational smells of fresh baking bread, cinnamon rolls, pies and pastries. Pick up a deli sandwich on their homemade bread and hot bowl of soup with a fresh baked roll or cornbread.

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THE COMMUNITY IS INVITED TO ATTEND SOUPTEMBER: BATTLE FOR THE GOLDEN LADLE, Sandpoint Community Resource Center’s annual fundraiser, Thursday, September 19 from 5 to 8pm at Farmin Park.

Come and join the fun as 12 local chefs compete for the Golden Ladle Award. You’ll have the opportunity to sample soups from your favorite local restaurants and vote for your favorite! This year's competitors include Dish, Beet and Basil, Chimney Rock, Eichardt's, Jalapeños, Pack River Store, Pend d'Oreille Winery, Skeyes the Limit, Spuds, Tango Cafe, Trinity at City Beach and Winter Ridge. Also enjoy a raffle, auction and live music featuring Browne Salmon Truck!

“We are dedicated to bringing hope to people who don’t know where to turn by bridging the gap between people in need and those who serve,” says Linnis Jellinek, executive director for Sandpoint Community Resource Center. “We are joining together to strengthen our community, and you hold the key to influence the circumstances for all. One by one changing lives, and you can help!”

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Funds raised support Sandpoint Community Resource Center, which aims to help those in need of social services in Bonner and Boundary counties.

Admission is $10, and tickets can be purchased online at Give.Classy.org/ SCRCSoupTember2019. Be sure to purchase raffle tickets as well for a chance to win a Dine Around Sandpoint basket. “Each of the 12 participating restaurants have donated a dining card, and three lucky raffle ticket winners will enjoy dining out, along with a surprise in one of the dining baskets of two-day passes to ski Schweitzer Mountain!” says Linnis.

Attendees can also bid on Festival at Sandpoint 2020 season passes, a social membership to the Idaho Club valued at $5800, dinner for eight aboard Lake Pend Oreille Cruises and local artwork during the live auction.

To find out more about Sandpoint Community Resource Center, you can visit their website, SandpointCommunityResource.com.

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Sandpoint’s annual Scenic Half Marathon returns Sunday, September 15. With a route through historic Downtown Sandpoint, across the iconic Long Bridge with views of Lake Pend Oreille and the surrounding mountains, it’s no wonder it’s called the Scenic Half Marathon! The half marathon race will begin promptly at 8am with the 10k race following at 8:15am. Registration to participate in this year’s race is $70 for the half marathon and $45 for the 10k. Those interested can visit ScenicHalf.com for additional information and to register.

Don’t miss Hope’s seventh annual Oktoberfest Saturday, September 21, featuring Devon Wade. The celebration kicks off at 5pm in the Memorial Community Center in Hope.

Enjoy live music by Devon Wade while partaking in a delicious homemade braut meal, beer on tap, plus wine and other beverages, which will all be available for purchase. Be sure to enter the raffle for a chance to win great prizes.! All proceeds benefit the MCC’s programs including the Hope Preschool. Admission is free! For additional information, call 208.264.5481.

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93.25 ACRES WITH BIG PANORAMIC VIEWS. Overlooking Lake Cocolalla in the Panhandle of Idaho, this perfect estate parcel features mixed topography, trees and meadows in an amazing natural set-ng. Gorgeous lake and mountain vistas, sunny exposure and extreme privacy are yours here, conveniently located between Sandpoint and Coeur d'Alene. $475,000

Peace and quiet, lots of wildlife and views that go for miles on this 20.15 acres just south of Sandpoint, ID. Seppc installed and electricity is to the property corner, ready for you to complete the building vision. Elk, deer, and other mature wildlife abound here among varied terrain, rock outcroppings, mature trees and abundant sunshine behind a locked gate. $115,000

Well maintained 3 bedroom, 2 bath modular home on a corner lot in Sandpoint, with large detatched garage / shop. $239,000

Come discover absolutely amazing views from this 3.6 acre parcel ADJACENT TO FOREST SERVICE in highly desirable Canyon Creek Ranch. Build among nature with views that sweep across the mountains, and hike for miles out your back door. $130,000

Extraordinary 4 acres of wooded property located in the Sherri Shores sub-division on Cocolalla lake. Mullple building sites to take advantage of the surrounding mountains and for your ideal home. Property was successfully perk tested. $79,000

Privacy and Views! 5-bedroom, 2.5 bath beauty on acreage with open oor plan, oak oors, huge master suite with balcony, covered porch & lovely landscaping with pond. Separate guest home, large 3-car garage, and separate storage/mechanic building conveniently located between Sandpoint and Bonners Ferry. $545,000

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Jackie Suarez

Ron Hanson

208-290-5888

208-290-7004

Jackie@DiscoverSandpoint.com

Ron@DiscoverSandpoint.com

Come live the country lifestyle on 20 gorgeous acres adjacent to Forest Service with year-round Crystal Creek, a pond, barn, and amazing views that span the valley. The 4-bedroom, 3-bath home includes wood burning stove, propane heater, old-fashioned cook stove, propane on-demand hot water and main floor master bedroom with adjacent covered porch. $460,000

Extremely well-kept manufactured home on a 9,584 sq corner lot zoned mull-use residen-al. Builders/developers - potennal here for mull-family use. Exissng home has an aaached garage, addiional storage building, large fenced yard with RV/carport and wide gate, trees and gardens all in a convenient, central Sandpoint locaaon. $159,000 Sandpoi

Lot 1 - 7.5 Acres - $149,000 | Lot 2 - 7.5 Acres - $145,000 You are in luck, two of the nicest properres in the desirable SELLE VALLEY are now available. Both lots are 7.5 peaceful acres and both have beauuful mountain views Cabinet and Selkirk. Seven Sisters, Roman Nose and Chimney Rock can be seen in the distance from this property.

Surrounded by nice, well kept homes and adjoining farms.

4.96 acres with lovely sunny exposure & gorgeous long-range views, conveniently located between Sandpoint and Coeur d'Alene. Perch your home on this level building site and enjoy the southerly views all the way to Mount Spokane in this peaceful, private seeng. Electricity is to the property and seppc is installed for a 3-bedroom, 2-bath home.. $81,000

Discover Sandpoint with Ron Hanson and Jackie Suarez Since 2000, Ron and Jackie have helped buyers and sellers navigate the ever-changing North Idaho real estate market.

Consistent communication, effective marketing, negotiating and networking skills translate to smooth transitions for their clients.

See these and many more homes online Facebook: Discover Sandpoint DiscoverSandpoint.com JackieSuarez.com

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Something for everyone! 3-bedroom, 2.5 bath, 2432 sqq Mountain Meadows beauty with hardwood floors, lux baths, spacious master suite and fenced, private yard with deck near schools, parks, and the Lake. $415,000

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