Stories sought of local veterans, service members
This November, the Bonners Ferry Herald and Bonner County Daily Bee will publish “Valor”, an annual tribute to veterans to honor their service and commitment.
Durst announces plans to step down
West Bonner Superintendent Branden Durst announced on social media he is seeking an “amicable and fair” exit from his position. Durst posted a page-and-a-half letter to district patron announcing his plans on his account on X, formerly known as Twitter.
Grizzly recovery efforts looking up in Panhandle
Grizzly bear recovery is in full swing in the Idaho Panhandle and northwestern Montana and officials are looking for ways to mitigate negative interactions between humans and bears as the populations of both continue to rise in the area.
Jail sentence for former teacher
Keylon pleaded guilty to 'engaging in sexual conduct' with student
A former Lake City High School teacher who pleaded guilty to “engaging in sexual contact” with a 15-year-old student more than a decade ago will spend four months in jail.
West Bonner trustee skips meeting
As the clock ticked closer to 6 p.m., the murmuring started as West Bonner County School Board trustee Troy Reinbold's seat remained empty. "Is he here?" someone whispered at a table near the middle of the room? "Is he coming?" asked another. Without Reinhold's presence, the remaining board members of Hall and Carlyn Barton did not constitute a quorum and were forced to cancel the meeting.
Jailed man faces additional escape charge
A 41-year-old man already imprisoned in the Bonner County Jail now faces an additional charge of escape after deputies allege he did not return from a medical furlough.
Last Second Harvest for the year Oct. 4
Second Harvest food donations returns to the Boundary County Fairgrounds for this year's final donation on October 4 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Boundary County Court Records---Sept. 21, 2023
Court Records for Boundary County for the Week of Sept. 21, 2023.
Tuesday's Trouble is back for another year
Tuesday's Trouble women's bowling league returns.
Mayor resignation, unopposed candidates leads to no Nov. election
Mayor Steve Economu resigned on Tuesday, due to health issues, and city council president Geoff Hollenbeck was sworn in as mayor of Moyie Springs.
PREP: XC sees several PRs, Beckle takes second; Volleyball sweeps Wampus Cats
Five badger cross country runners earned season best times, with Sydney Beckle taking second place and Matisyn Stiern taking fourth place for the girls at the Bonners Ferry Invite on Saturday, Sept. 16.
Ferguson sworn in as BCSD trustee
Since Boundary County School District trustee candidates are running unopposed, Mike Ferguson, the lone candidate for Zone 3, was sworn in at Monday's regular meeting and Candace “Candy” Kelly will retain her seat as Zone 4 trustee. There will not be a November election for BCSD trustees.
American Legion Post 55 receives donation for mural project
The American Legion Post 55 aims to put a mural outside the Veterans Alliance building to honor all veterans and military branches.
‘Not guilty’ verdict reached in rape trial
After a three-day jury trial, a Sandpoint man was found not guilty Sept. 13 on a rape charge tied to allegations stemming from a 2019 incident.
SBA economic injury disaster loans available to Idaho small businesses
Boundary County small non-farm businesses may be eligible for low‑interest federal disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration.
KVRPC season starting up
The Kootenai Valley Rifle and Pistol Club is dedicated to the sport of small-bore shooting and invites other interested people to join.
BFHS moving to 4A in 2024 due to new classification rules
The Bonners Ferry Badgers will move to 4A classification in 2024 due to a new classification system for Idaho high school athletics based on enrollment voted on by the Idaho High School Activities Association.
PREP SOCCER: Badgers go 1-1 against Timberlake, sweep over the weekend
In this week's PREP Soccer, Badger soccer teams faced 3A IML opponent Timberlake, Orofino and Grangeville.
Badger Sports Calendar--Sept. 21-27, 2023
BFHS Sports Schedule for Sept. 21-27.
Live at the Pearl: SPOOL EFFECT to play benefit concert
Local band SPOOL EFFECT is playing a benefit concert on Sept. 30 with all admission going to the Boundary County Skatepark Alliance in support of building a new skatepark in Bonners Ferry.
