Thursday, July 30
Golf
Mitch Vogl had the low gross of 34 and Dave Anderson had a low net of 31 during the Mirror Lake Men’s Association Thursday play.
Federal Reserve is responsible for poor economy
The U.S. Treasury used to mint gold and silver into coins.
Lorne Edwin Ed Braun, 59
Lorne Edwin “Ed” Braun, 59, went to his eternal rest on Sunday, July 26, 2009, surrounded by family and friends at Sacred Heart hospital in Spokane, Wash., due to a sudden stroke.
Kootenai Tribe completes plan for habitat restoration
The Kootenai Tribe of Idaho’s recently completed the “Kootenai River Habitat Restoration Project Master Plan,” which was funded by the Bonneville Power Administration.
Christina Maria Jacob Alan Stonehocker
Robert and Janosch of Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada, have announced the engagement of their daughter, Christina Maria, to Jacob Alan Stonehocker.
Huckleberries
This year’s huckleberries are plentiful and good size, but they’re not selling, said seasoned picker Art Morin.
12-year-old Naples girl mourns missing cat
When we think of an irresponsible pet owner, what comes to mind?
Catherine Ann Graham Moore, 51
Catherine Ann Graham Moore, 51, of McCall passed away Monday, July 20, 2009, after a short, courageous battle with cancer.
Julie Marie McDugle, 26
Julie Marie McDugle, 26, of Moyie Springs passed away July 21, 2009, in Siletz, Ore.
Bud and Rae Brazier
Bonners Ferry residents for 80 years Bud and Rae Brazier recently celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary.
Silver Lining
Former Bonners Ferry resident Bill Sage realized there is no time like the present when he asked Jean Merna Oliver to be his wife after a one-year courtship.
Matthew Todd McLean, 16
Matthew Todd McLean, 16, went back to his Heavenly Father and Heavenly Mother on July 21, 2009.
Spreading the Word
• Lillie Blackwell spent two weeks in Hawaii “working” — that is house-sitting for former Bonners Ferry resident Jim Burkholder and his wife, Ruth, when they went to Washington, D.C.
City requires chief to cut officer
Bonners Ferry Police Chief Rick Alonzo on Tuesday proposed cutting a patrol officer from the department to meet city budget requirements.
Suspected car thief caught while picking huckleberries
A suspected car thief, who ran from police and remained at large for three days was caught on July 23, picking huckleberries.
Vote against fire taxing district
The volunteer fire associations are to commended and supported. Thank you!
Lightning
Several 100 strikes of lightning hit in Boundary County during Monday night’s thunderstorm, according to Dan Myers, assistant fire management officer for the U.S. Forest Service’s Bonners Ferry Range District.
Jack Slade Maclen Bell, 74
Former Bonners Ferry resident Jack Slade Maclen Bell, 74, of Cottonwood, Ariz, passed away at his home Monday, July 27, 2009. Jack was named Maclen Gaylord Bell at birth on March 10, 1935, in Carmichael, Saskatchewan, Canada, and officially changed his name in 2001.
McArthur Lake pelicans' temporary home
The presence of American white pelicans in North Idaho is becoming more and more common, including at McArthur Lake where about 20 have been made their temporary home for four weeks.
Bonners man gets 6 months jail for growing 55 pot plants
A Bonners Ferry man will spend 6-months in North Idaho Correctional Institution in Cottonwood for having 55 marijuana plants in his father’s garage on Camp Nine Road.
Wednesday, July 29
Abraham returned to Boundary County Jail
Nicole Abraham, who was wanted on a probation violation appeared unexpectedly for a scheduled hearing on Tuesday.
Thursday, July 23
Militia
Your Boundary County Militia, the 21st Battalion of Light Foot, has been busy as of late.
Bear
A 600-pound grizzly bear poached in Salmo, British Columbia, Canada, has been turned into an educational tool for residents.
Do you remember
Boundary County Historical Society and Museum at 7229 Main St., Bonners Ferry, sponsors this column and can be reached at 267-7720.
Huckleberries ready for picking
A Taste of Summer
Gordon W. Scott, 80
Gordon W. Scott, 80, entered into rest on Sunday, July 5, 2009, in Bellingham, Wash.
Reader disappointed in July 9 headline
“Indifference to injustice is more insidious than the injustice itself.” Dr. Cornel West. This is a quote posted by my computer and one I see every day.
Jantz Harms
Troy and Sue Harms of Bonners Ferry announce the marriage of their daughter, Megan, to Lane Jantz, the son of Waylin and Julie Jantz of Filer.
Old Timer's Column Bonners Ferry HeraldMarch 20, 1914
Paul Flinn
Wellspring building takes on a new, rustic look
Jeff Herr, a pastor at the new Mountain Springs Church, said he felt a calling to come to Bonners Ferry.
Grace Gieszelmann
Longtime Bonners Ferry resident Grace Gieszelmann died Saturday, July 18, 2009, at the home of her daughter, Fern Webber and her husband, Bob, in Mukilteo, Wash.
Couple raises berries for charity in Asia
From the time the snow melts until the frost hits, Fae Bella works full-time supporting a charity in Asia.
Monty McCay, 58
Monty McCay, 58, passed away Friday, July 10, at Kootenai Medical Center in Coeur d’Alene from cancer with cancer and COPD.
Lowell Wayne Anderson, 81
Lowell Wayne Anderson, 81, of Pleasant Valley passed away Tuesday, July 21, 2009, at Bonner General Hospital in Sandpoint.
Matthew T. McLean, 16
Matthew T. McLean, 16, of Moyie Springs passed away Tuesday, July 21, 2009, at Twin Rivers near Moyie Springs.
Jason Dee Ratzloff
A son was burn June 22, 2009, at Bonner General Hospital in Sandpoint to Mitchell and Lisa Ratzloff of Bonners Ferry.
By GWEN ALBERSManaging Editor
Fourteen-time Grammy Award winning country music and bluegrass star Ricky Skaggs at 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 7, will perform a free concert at Boundary County Fairgrounds.
Boundary County goes digital
On Tuesday residents who rely on rabbit ears and antennas for television service were officially switched from analog to digital.
Jan and John Taft
Jan and John Taft of Bonners Ferry recently celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary with friends in Coeur d’Alene.
Wednesday, July 22
Moyie Springs teen drowns
A 16-year-old Moyie Springs boy died Tuesday after drowning near Twin Rivers Resort.
Ex fiance' kills woman with ties to Bonners Ferry
Bonners Ferry Herald
Friday, July 17
Minimum wage raised
For Mary Wilson, the July 24 minimum wage increase from $6.55 to $7.25 an hour will be a blessing for her family of five.
Opinion
I have just finished attending the three-film and discussion sessions relating to migrant workers.
David James MacDonald, 80
Services for David James MacDonald, 80, will be held 1 p.m. Friday, July 17, at Grandview Cemetery in Bonners Ferry.
Francesca Frankie Mary Johnson
A daughter was born June 20, 2009, to Jessica Poston and Aaron Johnson, both of Coeur d' Alene, at Kootenai Medical Center in Coeur d’Alene.
Spreading the word
Drexel Love stopped by The Herald last week while on a girl’s day out with her granddaughter Darby Biehl, 13, of Phoenix. The pair shopped and had lunch at the deck at Kootenai River Inn.
Ken Carpenter
The curse of the propeller beanie
T.J. Tim Brophy, 76
Former Bonners Ferry resident T.J. “Tim” Brophy, 76, passed away quietly on Saturday, July 11, 2009, in his Hayden home surrounded by his wife and children.
Katherine McCormick Olsen, 65
Katherine McCormick Olsen, 65, died from cancer on Wednesday, July 1, 2009, at her home in Bonners Ferry.
Thursday, July 16
Stephen C. Henricks, 62
Stephen C. Henricks, 62, died unexpectedly July 11, 2009, at his home.
All-Stars beat Silver Valley
The Bonners Ferry 9- and 10-year-old Little League All-Stars went 2-2 in their tournament.
Water
The City of Bonners Ferry water system recently tested high for haloacetic acids, which forms from chlorine disinfection products, however, this is not an emergency.
Business holding their own
When it comes to doing business in Bonners Ferry, Boardwalk Boutique owner Anne Bonar can count on one thing.
Habitat in need of volunteers
Boundary County Habitat for Humanity recently broke ground on their eighth home in Bonners Ferry and they say eight isn’t enough.
Old Timer's Column Bonners Ferry HeraldMarch 20, 1914
Disputes Over Fence Ends In Killing
Settle woman gave $50,000 for David's defense
Cathy Shelly was so convinced of David Meister’s innocence that she gave the 26-year-old Bonners Ferry man $50,000 toward his defense.
Swish
An estimated 125 teams are expected for Swish 2009 on Saturday, Aug. 8, and Sunday, Aug. 9, in downtown Bonners Ferry.
Downtown Bonners Ferry turned into film set
A Sandpoint movie crew scurried around the Georgia Mae Plaza in downtown Bonners Ferry during the filming of a movie short on Saturday and Sunday.
Crime drops 14.9% in county
Boundary County experienced a 14.9 percent decline in criminal offenses from 2007 to 2008, according to Idaho State Police’s annual crime report.
Family of 5 breaks ground for next Habitat home
Jessie and Danielle Romine of Bonners Ferry were excited to get a phone call asking, “So when will you be ready to look at some floor plans?”
A mother's nightmare
The Idaho Supreme Court has restored Leah Meister’s faith in the justice system.
Thursday, July 9
Little League
Bonners Ferry 9- to 10-year-old All-Star Little League team went 1-1 over the Fourth of July, losing to Coeur d’Alene 8-7 and defeating St. Maries 4-3.
Phoenix Project
The Phoenix Project will hold a free luau for teenagers from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday, July 16, at Boundary County Fairgrounds.
County residents reminded to display new addresses
Boundary County Sheriff’s Office reminds residents who received new addresses to display them on homes or at the end of driveways.
Law Enforcement golf tournament
The Law Enforcement and Friends Open Benefit Golf Tournament will be held 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 29, at Mirror Lake Golf Course in Bonners Ferry.
Gladys Richardson golf tournament
The Gladys Richardson All Class Reunion Golf Tournament will b held Saturday, Aug. 1, at Mirror Lake Golf Course in Bonners Ferry.
Illegal growing operations
Visitors to the Idaho Panhandle National Forest are asked by police to keep their eyes for illegal marijuana growing operations.
Art Association
Boundary County Art Association named Debbie Aaron its Artist of the Month.
GROW!
GROW, a non-profit that owns and maintains several local gardens, has completed and opened its latest garden in Bonners Ferry.
Track
Forest Braden placed 10th in the men’s 10,000-meter run at the U.S. Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Eugene,Ore.
Katherine McCormick Olsen
Katherine McCormick Olsen, 65, died from cancer on Wednesday, July 1, 2009, at her home in Bonners Ferry.
4-H Camp
Boundary County 4-H will hold Camp Cloverbud at Snow Creek Park from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, July 23.
Jobless Rate
Boundary County was among seven in Idaho to post a double-digit unemployment rate in June.
Golf
After seven weeks of play, Allen's Electric leads in the Mirror Lake Men’s Association golf league with a 140.0
Idaho Supreme Court orders new trial for Meister
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — The Idaho Supreme Court has ordered a new trial for a 26-year-old artist sentenced to life in prison for killing a Latah County woman at her trailer home in 2001.
Honor Roll Student
Nursing student Robbie Pluid made the Vice President’s Honor Roll during the spring semester at Northwest College in Powell, Wyo.
Bonners Ferry Candy closing
Nita Hilliard and her daughter, JoHanna Brooks, will bid a bitter sweet farewell after 6 years to Mercari/Bonners Ferry Candy and Creations.
Something Sweet opens downtown
Something Sweet is giving downtown Bonners Ferry “some sugar.”
Dean's List
Holly A. Robertson of Bonners Ferry earned a 4.0 grade-point average for the spring semester at the University of Great Falls in Montana.
Clifford and Donna Utter
Clifford and Donna Utter of Bonners Ferry will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on Saturday, July 11, at Sandpoint Community Hall.
Pay the Piper-cat in need of surgery
Piper, the resident cat at Tucked Away gift shop in downtown Bonners Ferry, is in need of surgery.
Dorothy L Bachteler
Dorothy L Bachteler, 78, passed away Wednesday, July 1, 2009, at Boundary Community Hospital in Bonners Ferry due to complications from a massive stroke.
Prosecutor attempting to re-file drug charges
Boundary County Prosecutor Jack Douglas is working with the U.S. Attorney’s Office and the tribal court in an attempt to see charges re-filed against Bonners Ferry drug suspect Nicole Abraham.
Ironman
Genny Hoyle of Bonners Ferry placed 36th in the women’s 35-39 age group for the 2009 Ford Ironman in Coeur d’Alene.
Thursday, July 2
County sets appraisal sites
Assessor’s Office appraisal staff will be working in the southern part of the county from July through December this year.
Blood drive
Bonners Ferry Community and the Inland Northwest Blood Center are hosting a community blood drive from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday, July 8th at Boundary Community Hospital.
Burglaries reported in city
There have been multiple burglaries within the city limits during the past week, according to Bonners Ferry Police Chief Rick Alonzo.
BCSO says fireworks to blame for Sunday fire
A fire believed to be set by bottle rockets on Sunday broke out on Riverside Road in the field across from the tennis courts along the banks of the Kootenai River.
Bacteria found in 3-mile water system
Coliform bacteria has been found in the Three Mile Water system.
WIC
Idaho’s nutrition program Women, Infants and Children has changed its income guidelines.
Women's softball starting Tuesday need more men's teams
Women's league softball will begin at 6 p.m. Tuesday, July 7th at at the Riverside Fields. Anyone who has a team or is interested in joining a team, please contact Paula at 267-2851
Lack of jurisdiction dismisses Abraham
BONNERS FERRY — Boundary County Prosecutor Jack Douglas dismissed felony drug charges Wednesday, saying the county lacked jurisdiction in the case against Nicole Abraham, 24, of Bonners Ferry.
Bonners Ferry 6th grade girls place first at Hoopfest
The Bonners Ferry girls basketball team the “Travelin Four” played at Hoopfest in Spokane Saturday and Sunday. This is the third year the four girls have played together at Hoopfest.
Sondra Caprice Fairchild is 1-year-old
Sondra Caprice Fairchild daughter of Robbie and Clark Fairchild of Bonners Ferry, had her first birthday on Tuesday June 23, 2009.
Dump site to close Friday
Boundary County Landfill and Paradise Valley and Naples dumpsites will be closed on Friday, July 3, in recognition of Independence Day.
Columbia Tractor makes donation to Second Chance Animal Adoption
Chris Matyi, manager Columbia Tractor and his staff love animals. It made “cents” to the organization to donate a John Deer riding lawn mower to a penny raffle that will raise dollars for Second Chance Animal Adoption’s new shelter.
Jack Gladney, 83
Jack Gladney, 83, passed away at the Bonner General Hospital in Sandpoint on June 24, 2009.
Barbara Catherine Pfeifer Aton, 84
Barbara Catherine Pfeifer Aton, 84, passed peacefully into eternal rest at home in Naples, Wednesday morning June 24th, 2009.
Blasting operation scheduled
Blasting has been scheduled to take place on Thursday, July 9, at Richard Schnuerle’s gravel pit, located on Round Mountain in Highland Flats.
Judge rules evidence exists for trial
In a preliminary hearing on Friday, enough evidence was given to proceed with a felony charge of a Coeur d’Alene man of leaving the scene of a serious injury accident.
Blayne Micheal Kersavage
A son was born May 30, 2009, at Bonner General Hospital in Sandpoint to Brittany Rae McLeish and Derick Micheal Kersavage of Moyie Springs.
Organizers say fabulous Fourth is planned
Skip O’Fallon for 20 years has been the man behind Bonners Ferry’s annual Fourth of July fireworks display.
Runners Compete in Whitefish Lake Run
Three Bonners Ferry youth’s Zach and Brittany Hammond and Zoe Zielinski, made a trip to Whitefish, Mont., last weekend to participate in the 32nd annual Whitefish Lake Run.
Life Skills Northwest Golf Classic returns
Life Skills Northwest announces its second Golf Classic. The tournament will be held at Priest Lake Golf Course on Friday, July 24. Registration and skill games begin at noon, with Shotgun start slated for 1 p.m.
Man sentenced on charge
A teenage girl who became the victim of a crime for having sex with an adult male planned to ask a judge for leniency to the defendant during the his sentencing.
Glenn M. Mastre, 70,
Glenn M. Mastre, 70, passed away at his home near Bonners Ferry on June 25, 2009.
Wednesday, July 1
Abraham released
Boundary County Prosecutor Jack Douglas dismissed felony drug charges Wednesday due to lack of jurisdiction against Nicole Abraham, 24, of Bonners Ferry.
