A dying cause
By Ben Olson
Reader Staff
If tourism is the lifeblood of a community like Sandpoint, philanthropy clubs are its heart and soul. Most of us don’t realize the importance of …
Tagged: Fourth of July
Bonner County lights up for Independence Day
By Soncirey Mitchell
Reader Staff
Communities across Bonner County are coming together under canopies of fireworks to celebrate Independence Day on Thursday, July 4, with each city putting their unique …
Can you pass a boater inspection on Lake Pend Oreille?
By Ben Olson
Reader Staff
Lake Pend Oreille reached summer pool elevation on June 19, which means we have now entered the official “lake days” of summer.
With all that …
Idaho law enforcement prepares for 4th celebrations
By Reader Staff
Starting this week, regional law enforcement partners are working together to ensure the safety of North Idaho travelers and recreationists during the Fourth of July holiday with …
Emily Articulated: The Fourth of July
By Emily Erickson
Reader Columnist
Growing up, I loved the Fourth of July. Leading up to the holiday, red, white and blue pennants were hung between buildings; grocery store displays …
Sandpoint Lions Club to host Fourth of July festivities in Sandpoint
By Ben Olson
Reader Staff
There are many timeless pairings in life: Romeo and Juliet, peanut butter and jelly, Batman and Robin. When July rolls around, though, Sandpoint gets to …
County, followed by fire districts and Sandpoint, ban fireworks
By Lyndsie Kiebert and Ben Olson
Reader Staff
Discussion surrounding a resolution to ban the use of fireworks in Bonner County heading into the Independence Day weekend turned into a …
The (pot)luck of the draw
By Lyndsie Kiebert
Reader Staff
With age comes a more intimate understanding of the events and happenings of adult life. Potluck dinners are one of those events that seemed to …
City underscores beach rules before Fourth of July
By Reader Staff
Ahead of the long Fourth of July weekend, the city of Sandpoint issued a reminder about the do’s and don’ts at City Beach, as well as provided …
What’s happening with the Fourth of July?
By Zach Hagadone
Reader Staff
As with a host of other long-time community events, including Lost in the ’50s and The Festival at Sandpoint, the annual Fourth of July celebration …
Coming up this week! Don’t miss Live Music, the Summer Sampler, the Art Party, Monarch Grind, the Sandpoint Renaissance Faire, and more! See the full list of events in the 