Fish and Game asks for the public to report information about illegal killing of a bald eagle in the Panhandle Idaho Fish and Game has received information about a bald eagle that was shot and killed near Sandpoint in the Panhandle Region Fish and Game is requesting the public to report any information about the incident Bald Eagles are protected under the Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act The eagle was believed to have been killed between Dec 24 and 26 near Sunnyside Road near Fisherman Island on Lake Pend Oreille The bird was initially reported and then recovered alive Shortly after recovery and subsequent medical examination the eagle was euthanized due to its injuries Steel BBs were found throughout the eagle’s body during necropsy Anyone who might have seen or heard something related to the incident is encouraged to contact Conservation Officer Will Fuller at (208) 954-3302 or call the Citizen Against Poaching hotline at 1-(800) 632-5999. Information can also be reported online.  A Citizens Against Poaching monetary reward will be requested for individuals who provide credible detailed information which significantly helps to identify person(s) involved and which leads to any relevant charges Information about this incident can also be reported to the Panhandle Regional Office at (208) 769-1414 Visit the Panhandle Region Facebook page for regular news and updates Buy Licenses Hunt Planner Hunter Ed Fishing Planner IFWF Hunt Report Report Wildlife Crime Volunteer! Report Roadkill It is hard to imagine that a town built on logging and fishing would one day be home to one of the region’s most beloved ski resorts and largest theme parks. Sandpoint, Idaho was originally home to the Kalispel Tribe before receiving its city charter in 1901 it thrived as a logging hub and later became known for its trout fishery on Lake Pend Oreille in the 1940s Everything changed in 1963 with the opening of the Schweitzer ski area transforming Sandpoint into a four-season vacation destination If you enjoy exploring the quirkiest corners of Idaho There are plenty of exciting activities in Sandpoint that will entertain the child and adult travelers alike is located just a half hour’s drive south of Sandpoint covers more than 200 acres and features over 70 rides One of the most famous rides is the Aftershock a 191-foot-tall coaster that takes riders through loops at up to 65 miles an hour the theme park celebrates its annual Scarywood Haunted Nights event which offers five frightful attractions and various scare zones throughout the area If you are interested in a Western experience consider a day out at Western Pleasure Guest Ranch with your family the ranch offers vacation packages that include cozy lodging and evening entertainment to top off the day Children staying at the ranch during this vacation package can also participate in the children’s program which will give them hands-on experiences with horses before concluding with a horse show on Thursday evening One of the most iconic is the annual Lost in the 50s festival the downtown district turns into a nostalgic tribute to the 1950s and live music that celebrates 50s-era acts make sure to add the Festival at Sandpoint to your calendar This event is the town’s biggest music festival and one of the largest summer concert series in the northwestern region Taking place over two weeks in July and August the festival offers eight mainstage performances next to Lake Pend Oreille To experience one of Sandpoint’s most cherished traditions travelers can attend Sandpoint’s Winter Carnival which has been taking place for over 50 years events during the annual carnival include the Let it Glow Parade and Fireworks Sandpoint is the perfect place for an outdoor adventure the steep hills of Schweitzer attract skiers from all over This resort offers approximately 2,900 skiable acres making for a perfect weekend on the slopes Round Lake State Park is just a 15-minute drive from Sandpoint and has seven miles of groomed cross-country skiing trails Other potential recreational activities in the park include sledding There are several waterfalls within an hour’s drive from Sandpoint making waterfall hunting a fun pastime in the area and requires just a half-mile hike to reach the 15-foot cascades which features lower and upper falls that visitors can admire via an observation deck A 13-minute drive from Snow Creek leads to Myrtle Creek Falls where a short and steep hike concludes with a beautiful 100-foot cascade travelers will have a hard time believing that Sandpoint is home to only 10,000 residents Those craving a locally produced glass of wine visit Pend d’Oreille Winery which serves everything from dessert wines to Chardonnay and Syrah This winery also hosts periodic art and music events consider heading to MickDuff's Brewing Company This brewery is housed in a historic federal building and offers an extensive lineup of both seasonal and year-round beers it has a scenic patio overlooking the marina for warm evenings and a cozy indoor space perfect for winter nights some of the dishes you may be able to try include shrimp and grits Sandpoint’s quirkiness lies in its variety cross-country skiing at Round Lake State Park or stepping back in time at the Lost in the '50s festival there is something that every traveler will enjoy The dining scene is impressive for a town its size take a detour from the usual and see what this quirky Idaho destination has in store photos and original descriptions © 2025 worldatlas.com Idaho Transportation Department Today the Idaho Transportation Board approved $200,000 to start studying replacement options for the Long Bridge on U.S we have been performing maintenance projects to delay replacing this expensive structure until it reached 100 years old,” District Engineer Damon Allen said “But as we’ve looked to widen US-95 south of town we’ve heard from the public that they want us to look at this sooner rather than later.”   The study is expected to start in 2025, with the goal of seeking grant funding to finish the study and design. It would include public outreach and updating environmental evaluations. This would be separate from the ongoing plans to make US-95 safer and capable of handling the increase of traffic between Sagle and Lakeshore Drive and the other for pedestrians—were built in 1981 and 1956 respectively is no longer able to safely carry traffic and is severely weight restricted Previous studies have identified one four-lane bridge with shoulders and a separated bike and pedestrian facility to replace the two existing two-lane bridges Costs and staging would be identified in later studies but the initial estimate for building the northbound half of the proposed structure “This money will allow staff to begin preliminary planning and pursue grant applications for design,” Allen said SANDPOINT – After a three-month vacation and rehab Lake Pend Oreille’s human-sized Statue of Liberty is back in place with a fresh sheen and ready for photo ops The local landmark was taken down in August after a resident reported it leaning over Sandpoint Mayor Jeremy Grimm told The Spokesman-Review it wasn’t from vandalism The parks department determined wear-and-tear led to structural failure of the base She was reinstalled earlier this month to her pedestal at the end of a concrete pier at Sandpoint City Beach park and A-10 Autobody in Sagle gave the statue a fresh coat “We appreciate everyone’s patience during Lady Liberty’s temporary absence and we celebrate with all of our community members her grand return to City Beach,” the city said in a statement The statue was donated in 2003 in memory of Louise (Lee) Turner a local businesswoman who had the statue in her backyard Sandpoint residents Audrey Milch and Lawrence Blakey walked their dogs up to the statue Thursday to see the handiwork and snap a picture James Hanlon's reporting for The Spokesman-Review is funded in part by Report for America and by members of the Spokane community. 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Give directly to The Spokesman-Review's Northwest Passages community forums series -- which helps to offset the costs of several reporter and editor positions at the newspaper -- by using the easy options below Gifts processed in this system are tax deductible Get breaking news delivered to your inbox as it happens TDS Telecommunications continues expanding its high-speed all-fiber internet network into more Spokane-area neighborhoods © Copyright 2025, The Spokesman-Review | Community Guidelines | Terms of Service | Privacy Policy | Copyright Policy Grammy-nominated country artist Sierra Ferrell will take to the Festival at Sandpoint stage this summer With Ferrell’s “Trail of Flowers” ranked by Rolling Stone as the best country and Americana album of 2024 the still-rising talent is set to perform July 25 Tickets for the show will go on sale 10 a.m The West Virginia-born singer-songwriter garnered Artist of the Year and Album of the Year prizes at the Americana Honors & Awards and earned four Grammy nominations for Best Americana Album (“Trail of Flowers”) Best American Roots Performance (“Lighthouse”) Best Americana Performance (“American Dreaming”) and Best American Roots Song (“American Dreaming”) The masses may know her for her radio chart-topping hit “In Dreams,” which has nearly 40 million streams Ferrell has collaborated with the likes of Margo Price This will be the 42nd year of the Festival at Sandpoint Donations to the festival of $100 or more qualify for member presale Contributions must be received before 4 p.m General admission for Ferrell’s show is $54.95 For more information on the festival or to purchase tickets for the 7:30 p.m. concert, visit festivalatsandpoint.com Get the day’s top entertainment headlines delivered to your inbox Thursday afternoons Starting the week of August 19 crews will return to the Long Bridge in Sandpoint and begin resurfacing the roadway The driving surface was ground down earlier this spring to increase traction and make it safer for travel Work will occur overnight Monday through Friday with an expected completion date in mid-September During nighttime construction hours traffic will be reduced to a single alternating lane with flaggers and pilot cars guiding motorists safely through the work zone Drivers should expect nighttime delays throughout the month and plan ahead drivers are encouraged to slow down through work zones and stay alert behind the wheel for the safety of our crews Motorists can utilize the Idaho 511 system for real-time updates about ongoing traffic impacts in the area You are using an outdated browser. Please upgrade your browser to improve your experience Detectives are investigating after a shooting where gunfire narrowly missed hitting a toddler riding in their car seat Thursday afternoon Police responded to the intersection of Northeast 95 Street and 35th Ave Northeast after multiple reports of shots fired just before 1 p.m Officers arrived and found one vehicle missing its back window and multiple people The people stated they had been driving in the area when someone inside another car opened fire The bullets went through the back window and struck the car seat Police are now interviewing witnesses and reviewing video with the hope of identifying a possible suspect If you have any information in this case please call 296-233-5000 The Seattle Police Department (SPD) prevents crime and supports quality public safety by delivering respectful SPD operates within a framework that divides the city into five geographical areas called "precincts"