Al Fresco Summer
Embrace the season at Sandpoint’s best spots to dine and drink outdoors By Abigail Thorpe Warm weather is (finally) here, and we’re all...
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Get to know Sandpoint during any season.
Steve Russo
- May 2
- 5 min
Summer’s Around the Corner
Get prepped for a season of fun By Abigail Thorpe As the last of the snow starts to melt and the rivers and creeks tumble in to fill Lake...
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Steve Russo
- Apr 4
- 5 min
Celebrating 35 Years of Fresh Produce and Goods
The Sandpoint Farmers’ Market returns to Farmin Park By Abigail Thorpe | Photo courtesy Farmer's Market at Sandpoint April 30 marks the...
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Steve Russo
- Jan 5
- 5 min
Bonner General Health Foundation Announces Heart Ball 2022
Proceeds will benefit BGH trauma radiology By Patty Hutchens, Bonner General Health Foundation It is a nonprofit organization that...
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Steve Russo
- Nov 1, 2021
- 6 min
A Season of Giving
Making strides to help those in need By Abigail Thorpe With the holidays in the air and Thanksgiving around the corner, we’re all...
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Steve Russo
- Apr 2, 2021
- 5 min
Time to Take On the Backyard
Create your outdoor dream space for the spring and summer season By Abigail Thorpe Warmer days, bright sunshine and longer daylight hours...
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Steve Russo
- Mar 4, 2021
- 5 min
The Panida Theater, Sandpoint’s Downtown Gem
A storied past and a bright future By Abigail Thorpe “People often ask about ghosts in the theater—and yes we have some—but we also have...
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Steve Russo
- Feb 3, 2021
- 5 min
Beat the Winter Blues
Stay healthy, upbeat and positive despite the grey gloom By Abigail Thorpe Every year as February settles firmly around us and we wait...
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Steve Russo
- Dec 2, 2020
- 5 min
Get Ready to Hit the Slopes
All you need to know for the Schweitzer ski season By Abigail Thorpe Photo Courtesy of Schweitzer Mountain Snow flurries and icy...
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Steve Russo
- Nov 4, 2020
- 5 min
Angels Over Sandpoint
Embracing the power of community to help lighten the load By Abigail Thorpe If you wander the Sagle Bike Path, as the path winds down by...
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Steve Russo
- Sep 1, 2020
- 5 min
From Mill Town to Tourist Hot Spot
A trip down Sandpoint’s storied past By Abigail Thorpe Sandpoint has changed quite a bit over the years—from the peaceful home of local...
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Steve Russo
- Sep 1, 2020
- 9 min
Entertainment in the Northwest
From art festivals to roller coasters, the Northwest offers adventure seekers many entertainment options By Mandy Braviroff As the warmer...
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Steve Russo
- Sep 1, 2020
- 5 min
Experiential Dining
Take your dinner game to the next level this summer By Abigail Thorpe It’s summertime, which means it’s also every foodie’s paradise. In...
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Steve Russo
- Sep 1, 2020
- 4 min
An Evening Under the Stars
Top spots in the Inland Northwest to up your camping game this summer By Abigail Thorpe It’s summertime, and the many secluded lakes,...
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Steve Russo
- Sep 1, 2020
- 6 min
Backyard Paradise
Outdoor features your neighbors will envy By Abigail Thorpe It’s finally warm in the Northwest, and we’re celebrating the best way we...
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Steve Russo
- Sep 1, 2020
- 6 min
Investing in Our Local Community
Nonprofits making a difference in the Inland Northwest By Abigail Thorpe The backbone of many of our communities are their...
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Steve Russo
- Sep 1, 2020
- 3 min
Relevance and Beauty
According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), the world's largest organization of board-certified plastic surgeons,...
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Steve Russo
- Sep 1, 2020
- 5 min
When in Alaska
To put it simply, the 49th state is large—663,000 square miles large. Though the population of Alaska is less than 750,000, millions of...
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Steve Russo
- Sep 1, 2020
- 5 min
Where Hot Meets Cold
Posted as fire lookouts deep in the forests of Idaho, Jim and Caroline Huntley became accustomed to living off the grid, and they were...
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Steve Russo
- Sep 1, 2020
- 7 min
The Future is Here
Our homes are a place we come back to each day after work; where we relax and unwind, spend time with our families, and restore ourselves...
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Steve Russo
- Sep 1, 2020
- 5 min
The Next 100 Years
While the surrounding landscape has changed greatly—a winery, paved trail system, busy roads and multiple housing developments—there are...
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Steve Russo
- Sep 1, 2020
- 5 min
The Spirit World
When you pony up to the bar and order your favorite spirit, whether straight, in a mixer, martini or cocktail, the liquor within most...
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Steve Russo
- Sep 1, 2020
- 9 min
Inland Fun for Everyone
If you’re feeling like staying inside as the weather has turned and the cold has seeped in, you may want to reconsider. There is much to...
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Steve Russo
- Sep 1, 2020
- 4 min
A Reason to Ski
After a record-breaking autumn snowfall provided an early taste of winter, Northwest skiers and snowboarders are more than ready to hit...
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Steve Russo
- Sep 1, 2020
- 4 min
Life’s Fast, Sip Slow
One sip and you’ll understand why opting to pour local is trending. Spokane is currently home to 20 diverse wineries. Local wineries are...
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Steve Russo
- Sep 1, 2020
- 5 min
What’s in a Neighborhood?
A steady local economy, availability of jobs, affordable homeownership and year-round recreation are just a few of the reasons many...
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Steve Russo
- Sep 1, 2020
- 4 min
Summer at the Summits
Summer weekends tend to fill up quickly. Between vacations and weddings, outdoor projects and keeping the kids occupied, it always seems...
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Steve Russo
- Sep 1, 2020
- 5 min
The Affordances of Home, Away from Home
A decade ago, before Airbnb existed, Wendy Hilliard and her family avoided hotels and instead vacationed the way many do now: They rented...
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Steve Russo
- Sep 1, 2020
- 5 min
Raise a Glass and Toast to …
The sun is shining and warmth fills the air. There is nothing quite like relaxing on the patio after a long day, opening that bottle of...
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Steve Russo
- Sep 1, 2020
- 4 min
Love it or List it
Whether you are single, part of a couple or have a family, there might come a time when your home no longer meets your needs. You might...
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Steve Russo
- Sep 1, 2020
- 8 min
Culture to Fill Your Soul
The longer days in the Inland Northwest provide plenty of daylight to get out and enjoy the many affordances of the region. Much of that...
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Steve Russo
- Sep 1, 2020
- 5 min
Farm Fresh
The local Farmers Market is a weekly ritual for many in the Inland Northwest. From the larger metropolitan areas to the smaller...
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Steve Russo
- Sep 1, 2020
- 5 min
Expand Your Living Space
When we buy or build a new home, we often focus primarily on the interior. How many square feet does it have? Will there be enough room...
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Steve Russo
- Sep 1, 2020
- 5 min
Off Season in Cabo
Over the past few years my wife and I have come to really appreciate traveling in the month of September. With summer vacations over,...
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Steve Russo
- Sep 1, 2020
- 4 min
Aging Gracefully
No matter our age, we all desire that youthful glow. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle—including a well-balanced diet of highly nutritious...
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Steve Russo
- Sep 1, 2020
- 4 min
The Lobby Bar
Lobby bars and hotel restaurants can sometimes get a bad rap. Plain décor, an uninspiring menu and low energy can lead to an experience...
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Steve Russo
- Sep 1, 2020
- 6 min
Infuse Your Spirit
Walking through the streets of Downtown Sandpoint on a weekend night, you may be surprised at what you hear coming from various...
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Steve Russo
- Sep 1, 2020
- 4 min
Stimulate Your Senses
It’s amazing to find such a dynamic art culture in this small town in the Pacific Northwest, but Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, has it going on....
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Steve Russo
- Sep 1, 2020
- 5 min
Destination Paradise
There is a lot to be thankful for living in the Northwest, but the truth is during the winter months we may long for some sunshine and...
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Steve Russo
- Sep 1, 2020
- 4 min
Experience Ultimate Adventure
With just about every variety of terrain no more than a couple hours away, the arc from Spokane to Sandpoint is among the finest places...
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Steve Russo
- Sep 1, 2020
- 5 min
A Giant Comes To Spokane
Anyone driving I-90 west of Spokane has surely noticed the massive construction site near the airport. There are only so many companies...
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Steve Russo
- Sep 1, 2020
- 5 min
Creative Construction Adds Character
When it comes time to building a home, many are focused on countertops, flooring and other finishes that will bring to life their...
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Steve Russo
- Sep 1, 2020
- 4 min
The Tide Has Turned
Mention 2007 to a Realtor, and you are likely to see them cringe. After all, it has been just over 10 years since the nation experienced...
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Steve Russo
- Sep 1, 2020
- 4 min
Explore the Arts and Entertainment
Living in the Northwest, it is easy to be inspired by the beautiful surroundings. Fortunately, we live in an area where artists, both...
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Steve Russo
- Sep 1, 2020
- 10 min
Dare to Dream
Making Your Custom Home A Reality If you are planning to build a custom home in the Inland Northwest, you could be wondering what steps...
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Steve Russo
- Sep 1, 2020
- 4 min
Sustainable Urban Gardens
Is it possible to grow enough food to feed your family in an urban setting? Yes! Don’t you need acres of farmland to produce enough to...
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Steve Russo
- Sep 1, 2020
- 6 min
FEATURE STORY: Yes, Here in America
On the morning of my first day at work I couldn’t feel my hands. It was not because of nerves or excitement, but the frigid air that...
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