BRIEFLY

NEWPORT — Burning bans are ongoing in Pend Oreille County.

As of July 18, all burning is banned, as well as campfires and other recreational fires. Gas and propane cook stoves, however, are allowed.

The state Department of Natural Resources announced the ban on all lands protected by wildfire in the county. Therefore, in accordance with a county burning control ordinance, county commissioners directed that identical county burning controls be imposed on all lands under county jurisdiction without further action from the board.

The burning controls became effective at the same time, upon the same terms and for the same duration as those imposed by DNR.

Daily updates on burn restrictions are available at 1-800-323-BURN.

NHHS providing free sports physicals

NEWPORT — Free sports physicals will be offered at Newport Health Center from 8 a.m. to noon on Friday, July 25. No appointment is necessary, but a parent or guardian must be present to provide consent. The Newport Health Center is located directly behind Newport Community Hospital at the corner of Spruce Street and Cass Avenue.

Participants should wear loose-fitting clothing such as T-shirts and shorts. Free physicals are offered on a first-come, first-served basis. This clinic is for sports physicals only. All other health concerns will require another appointment. Later sports physicals may be scheduled for a fee of $40.

For more information, call 509-447-3139 or visit NewportHospitalAndHealth.org.