Redevelopment vision emerges for long-abandoned mill site
With Classical Academy as anchor, the mixed-use zone could also meet affordable housing demand with high-density rentals
The Bonners Ferry Planning and Zoning Commission approved a new city zoning map April 17 that would convert the 80-acre industrial lot behind the Boundary County Fairgrounds into a mixed-use zone if adopted by the City Council.
Talking trash at town hall
Commissioners explain cuts to county's recycling program
Starting June 1, Boundary County will recycle only aluminum and tin, joining other North Idaho communities scaling back programs amid rising costs and a collapsing global recyclables market.
PREP BASEBALL: Badgers rout Kellogg, will host Timberlake Friday
After a decisive 10-run home victory over Kellogg, the Badgers baseball team (5-11) dropped its first of three straight matchups against district rival Timberlake in a close, well-played seven-inning showdown.
Friends of the Restorium sets spring basket raffle
The Friends of the Restorium will hold their annual spring basket raffle beginning Friday, April 25, at Super 1 Foods in Bonners Ferry. The event will run from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
I had a dream last night …
I had a dream last night . . . maybe it was from the spicy pizza . . . but who knows where dreams come from? Anyway, I seemed to hear voices from a long way off:
Roy Earl Kisner, 89
Roy Earl Kisner, 89, recently passed away.
Alderman exceling on regional snowboarding scene
Alderman exceling on regional snowboarding scene
Area Bowling Scores – April 24, 2025
Tuesday's Trouble stats for week 31/32
PREP TRACK & FIELD: Rae takes home shot put gold at Van Kuren
PREP TRACK & FIELD: Rae takes home shot put gold at Van Kuren
Laura Instness, 102
Laura Inez Running Instness, 102, passed away on Friday, April 4, 2025.
Deanna Marie Short, 85
Deanna Marie Short, 85, passed away peacefully on March 28, 2025.
Community's support of levy needed for students' success
As the May 20 election approaches, I urge all Boundary County citizens to support the BCSD maintenance and operations levy. While some may feel they shouldn’t contribute without having students in the district, our schools serve far more than just traditionally enrolled students—they support our entire community.
PREP SOFTBALL: Badgers finish 4-2 on the week
The Badgers softball team (9-7) won four straight last week, in double-header sweeps over the Kellogg Wildcats and the St. Maries Lumberjacks, before dropping two on the road against the Libby Loggers.
Teascarlet Fine Art celebrates second anniversary
Teascarlet Fine Art invites everyone to an open house to celebrate the gallery’s second anniversary. The event is from 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Robert Allen Copeland, 50
Robert Allen Copeland, 50, recently passed away.
Bonners Ferry celebrates Easter, honors late Pope
Dozens of young families came together at the Boundary County Fairgrounds on a sunny Saturday morning for the annual Rotary Easter egg hunt.
Regehr takes home state wrestling triple crown
Regehr takes home state wrestling triple crown
Upcoming Events at the Pearl
The Pearl Theater has always been the venue to see concerts and plays in Bonners Ferry, but the theater is expanding programs to include a wider variety of events. Events offered at the Pearl now include groups, workshops, a drum circle, karaoke and much more.
This Week in History - April 24, 2025
Local history in Boundary County, from Naples to Porthill, and from Bonners Ferry to Moyie Springs.
Camping now prohibited at county boat ramps and Riverside Park
In an effort to keep county facilities welcoming and accessible to all users, Boundary County officials recently amended a county ordinance to reflect that camping is now prohibited at certain county-owned facilities. “No Camping” signs have been posted at the following county properties: Deep Creek Loop Boat Lauch, Rocky Point Boat Launch, Copeland Boat Launch, Porthill Boat Launch, and at Riverside Park.
