Sandpoint annexation hearing draws residents to city limits
Opposition to annexing 600 acres on Sandpoint's west side continues as residents from inside and outside the city push back at a 10 a.m. public hearing. The Planning and Zoning commission will craft a recommendation for the November 17 council meeting, outlining areas favored or opposed for annexation and noting fire protection and hydrant plans tied to potential inclusion.
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West Side
Alexander
Israeli Jets Hit Southern Lebanon Refugee Camp, Missile Site
Israeli warplanes attacked southern Lebanon for a second time in three days. Lebanese reports said a refugee camp was hit while Israel claimed a Lebanese missile position was struck. Rocket and anti aircraft fire followed, with broader clashes near Nabatiyeh and Tyre. Reports cited casualties and substantial damage amid cross border exchanges.
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Idaho pays last respects to Sen. Murphy known as Pop Murphy
Friends and dignitaries from Idaho gathered in Wallace to honor Art Murphy 79 Mullan former 29 year legislator and Senate minority leader who died of cancer. Gov. Evans called him a great servant of the people and announced the Arthur P Murphy Living Memorial Fund at the University of Idaho for political science student aid. Cremation will occur in Spokane.
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Frank Hubbard
Long Bridge raises speed limit to 55 mph
Jack Ross Idaho Highways district supervisor announced Sandpoint Long Bridge speed limit increased from 35 to 55 mph after summer repairs. He cited bridge safety and accident patterns, noting authority to change without a Transportation Board vote if conditions warranted. Idaho State Patrolman Harvey Biffle supported the move saying it improves traffic flow and that most incidents occur near bridge entrances and curves.
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Weather summary for Sandpoint and vicinity
Patchy fog this morning and mostly cloudy afternoon with a 20 percent chance of rain today rising to 50 percent tonight. Winds SW gusty. highs around 50, low tonight near 40. Saturday expected in the 40s. Northern Idaho extended forecast calls for periods of snow through Tuesday with mid 40s to low 50s Sunday and Monday, cooler Tuesday. Overnight lows 30s to 40s. Yesterday's high 47, low 31. Lake level 2053.22. Sunrise 6:48 AM, sunset 4:18 PM.
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Idahoans urged to emulate veterans at Veterans Day services
Gov John V Evans spoke at Pocatello American Legion Veterans Day Services urging Idahoans to answer the call to service. He, a World War II veteran, urged citizens to commit to honesty and openness in daily life and government and to integrate veterans into civilian life for a stronger state and nation.
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