Thursday, August 31
Court Reports
Brandon Lee Culler, born 1989, charged with felony attempted delivery of a controlled substance by BCSO on Jan. 10.
Do You Remember: On the way to school
School is starting up next week. Do you recognize these students or the driver? Do you know which ferry this was? How did you travel to school? If you have an answer or story, please email doyouremember@meadowcrk.com or call the museum. If you would like to stay anonymous, just let us know.
Moyie Shrine Club Raffle Results
Once again the community has provided outstanding support to the Moyie Shrine Club in its endeavors in raising money for the Spokane Shrine Hospital for Children. Club members are grateful to all who bought raffle tickets, bought food at the food booth, the popcorn booth and the ice cream booth at the Boundary County Fair. Great appreciation goes to the community businesses and individuals who provided the many items that were raffled.
Building great habitat for our Kootenai River fish
The Kootenai Tribe is building a project to increase and improve habitat for Kootenai River white sturgeon, burbot and other native fish. Construction of the project, which is upstream from Bonners Ferry (between river miles 153.5 and 155), will begin in August.
Military vehicles find homes at South Boundary Fire
BONNERS FERRY — The snap and hiss of a fire, smoke billowing up from a place that it is not wanted. That is the time when the familiar wailing of an approaching fire truck’s siren is a welcomed sound. In Boundary County, however, there are places that even a fire truck may not be able to reach.
Announcement: Spot Bus
Day added for bus service: Spot Bus is now going to Sandpoint on Tuesday as well as Thursday.
Sheriff's office, Idaho Parks and Recreation to install life jacket station
In a continuing effort to save lives and promote boating safety the Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation (IDPR) boating program will celebrate the installation of the 101st life jacket loaner station in Idaho. The station has recently been placed by the Kootenai river boat launch next to the Waterways/SARbuilding .
The 'Longhorn' of the beetle family
Last week while barbecuing on my patio I was suddenly alarmed by an uninvited guest that flew in and landed on my pavers beside the table next to the grill. The big bug started screeching an alarming sound. The disturbing guest was a robust, reddish brown, almost black colored bug. He appeared to be a giant beetle with unusually long antennas.
Girls take first as Badgers cross country team hosts race
BONNERS FERRY — The air was heavy with heat and wildfire smoke as the Cross Country teams assembled to test their skill in the race between the schools in the panhandle of Idaho.
Late rally falls short for Badgers football
BONNERS FERRY — A slow start proved too much to overcome as the Bonners Ferry Badgers hosted Libby, Mont., in their football opener Friday, Aug. 25.
The Bonners Ferry Badgerettes: Dancing their hearts out
The Bonners Ferry Badgerettes kicked off their season last Friday night with a spectacular jazz/hip hop routine to “Light It Up!” They danced their hearts out showing their school spirit and obvious love of dance.
Community Calendar
Coming Events
Boston's Honeysuckle comes home to The Pearl
Longtime resident Holly McGarry returns to North Idaho with her Boston band, Honeysuckle, on Friday, Sept. 8, 7 p.m. at The Pearl Theater. Their “Idahome” tour offers music lovers a rare, intimate venue to hear the trio’s “homespun folk” act as they tour the country from coast to coast. Doug Bond returns as their opening act, and the doors open at 6 p.m..
Emergency responders complete swiftwater rescue training
Eighteen emergency responders and employees of the Kootenai Tribe of Idaho were certified as Swiftwater Rescue Technicians on August 6. Boundary Search and Dive Rescue Team, Inc. hosted the class put on by Whitewater Rescue Institute of Missoula, Mont. from Aug. 4, through Aug. 6.
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Wrestling Club takes flight
Bonners Ferry Wrestling Club took flight this past season as Eli Richards, Kyle Smith, Evan Barajas, Jake Summerfield, Jackson Rickter, Austin Madden, Dalton Regehr, Jessie Sandelin, Maddox Mertwieller, Chance madden, Marcus Regehr, and Andrew Sandelin bringing home over 27 medals from the Idaho Kids State folkstyle, freestyle and Greco wrestling tournament. Kyle Smith took first in all 3 styles becoming a Triple Crown winner in the schoolboy 128 lb. division, Andrew Sandelin received his award from being a triple crown winner the year before.
This Day in Bonners Ferry History
100 Year
Sheriff's Logs
Aug. 21
Marshall Allen Arbo
Marshall Allen Arbo
Badger girls rebound with win at Kellogg
The Bonners Ferry Girls Soccer team traveled to St. Maries and Kellogg last week, dropping a 3-0 decision to the Lumberjacks before rebounding with a convincing 5-0 victory over the Wildcats.
Tzatziki
Tzatziki is a healthy cucumber sauce you can serve with chicken, grilled veggies, pita chips, gyros and as a raw veggie dip.
One long, hot summer
Couple charged in Montana slaying
BONNERS FERRY — A Boundary County couple was arrested Thursday in connection with the killing of a Bonner County man in Montana’s Yaak River Valley, the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office announced on Friday.
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Saturday fundraiser to help BFHS swimmer
BONNERS FERRY — Julia Cummings, the first swimmer to represent Bonners Ferry High School will be having a fundraiser for the swimming program, Saturday, Sept. 2, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in front of Super 1 Foods.
Friday, August 25
Couple arrested on suspicion of homicide
BONNERS FERRY — An Idaho couple was arrested Thursday on suspicion of the deliberate homicide of Travis Gillett, found shot to death January in the Yaak, the Western News reported on Friday.
Thursday, August 24
Remembering those who fought the Sundance Fire of 1967
Sundance Mountain is the site of a horrific lightning caused wildfire that ignited in August 1967, and claimed two lives: Luther Rodarte of Santa Maria, Calif., and Lee Collins of Thompson Falls, Mont. Both men perished in the blaze of The Sundance on Sept. 1, 1967.
GED Classes are back
Come see Cyndi beginning Tuesday, Sept. 5. Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday evenings 6-8 p.m. at North Idaho College, Bonners Ferry Center located at 6791 Main Street, between Far North and Mountain Springs Church.
Boundary County Middle School
Dear Parents/Guardians,
4-H and FFA livestock auction draws crowd
BONNERS FERRY — The smell of popcorn and freshly made food wafted through the breeze at the fairgrounds over the weekend accompanied by the din of family and friends chatting and laughing, bolstered the buoyant moods of fairgoers. This year’s Boundary County Fair brought community members together in many different ways.
Seen and Heard
Family Fun Night at the Boundary County Fair
BONNERS FERRY — The Boundary County Fair Family Fun Night filled the stands with spectators, and the arena with contestants. With a wide array of games for all ages, the audience cheered for their favorites, or laughed as the helpers tried to wrangle a large herd of youngsters in gunny sacks, hopping around like popcorn heating up in a pan.
Opening ceremony a step back in time
BONNERS FERRY — In a fast paced, technological world, where people count their friends on Facebook, share photo updates of their lives on Instagram, or Tweet their latest moods, the Boundary County Fair offered the perfect opportunity to take a lazy step back in time.
1967: Trapper Peak Fire
It was a hot, dry Aug. 11 in 1967 when a violent thunderstorm roared across the Northwest, a storm full of crackling lightning, rolling thunder, and no rain in sight. By Aug. 12, three fires had broken out on Trapper Peak in Boundary County, and plumes of smoke marked the beginning of fires that would consume the tinder dry forest floor vegetation, and spread into the towering trees. Once the three fires merged, in rough, granitic terrain, six or seven hours hike from the nearest road, what has come to be known as the Trapper Peak Fire took off with fury.
James (Jim) Edward Chubb
James (Jim) Edward Chubb
Earl, Tootie Stephens to celebrate 70th anniversary
Come help us celebrate Earl and Tootie Stephens 70th wedding anniversary!
Court Reports
Tayah M. Holbert, born 1997, charged with infraction exceeding maximum posted speed limit (1-15 MPH) by ISP on May 14.
BFHS soccer teams open with victories
BONNERS FERRY — The Badgers boys soccer team had a great start to its 2017 season, opening with a 3-0 Intermountain League victory over visiting Priest River on Saturday, Aug. 19.
Do You Remember: Back to School Soon!
School will be starting soon. Do you recognize this school? Do you know where it was located? What businesses were once in this building? If you have an answer, please email doyouremember@meadowcrk.com or call the museum. If you would like to stay anonymous, just let us know.
Community Calendar
THURSDAY, Aug. 24
Sheriff's Log
Aug. 14
Painted turtles: A colorful sight basking in the sun
In the spring and summer I enjoy the sighting of Painted Turtles basking on limbs and logs while floating on a pond or lake. I often stop to study them; they momentarily hesitate then jump into the water and disappear only to come back later and resume their place in the sun.
Strong second half leads girls past Priest River
BONNERS FERRY — The Bonners Ferry girls soccer team opened the 2017 season at home with a 3-1 IML victory over Priest River Saturday evening, Aug. 19, at Lindberg Field.
Attendees enjoy activities galore
BONNERS FERRY — The 2017 Boundary County Fair delivered a week of fun for people and their families, with a wide array of activities, shows, competitions, auctions, and a parade through downtown.
This Day in Bonners Ferry History
100 Year
Beware of phone scam regarding jury service
According to the Idaho Supreme Court, scammers are impersonating law enforcement to obtain private information.
Highway 2 and Eileen Road Caution
Highway 2 and Eileen Road caution: According to Public Information Officer, Michael Meier, do to the Union Pacific Railroad derailment from last spring, work crews will be using Eileen Road with trucks and heavy equipment. The anticipated heavy traffic will begin August 14 and run through September 5. Please use caution when driving in this area, and use caution at the Highway 2 and Eileen Road junction.
Thursday, August 17
Legals August 17, 2017
The following is a synopsis of the official Boundary County Commissioners' minutes per Idaho Code 31-819. Detailed minutes are available for public inspection at the Auditor's Office in the Courthouse during normal working hours. Minutes of open meetings held on March 6, 2017 through March 28, 2017. Approved Motion: Cancel/extend various taxes; Certificates of residency for Shanon Wilds, Samantha Johnson, Chasten Brown, Breanna Copeland, Amy Holman & Jennifer Porter; 2/21, 2/27-2/28, 3/6-3/7, 3/16-3/17/17 minutes; Beverage License Application for Wild Bees; Resolutions re: Waterways Fund budget, Local disaster/emergency declaration; Sign: Solid Waste Service Award for Burlington Northern Sante Fe, Updated Employee Relations Client Agreement, Forest Service's 2017 Cooperative Law Enforcement Annual Operating/ Financial Plan, IDL MOU for 16WFM-Boundary & 16HFR1-Boundary grant applications, Riverside Road Improvement Project; Purchase/installation of another piling at Rock Point boat launch; 6 indigent cases; Frontier Communications quote for Mitel 5000 telephone system; Appoint/reappoint various advisory board members; Tax deed auction for parcel #RPB0240001009AA; Emergency declaration due to heavy precipitation; Boundary County School District maintenance/operation levy ballots. Denied Motions: None. Commissioners reviewed claims for payment. Fund totals are as follows: Current Expense ($)100,958.06, Road/Bridge 205,411.77, Airport 3,242.03, Dist. Court 9,306.32, Justice Fund 83,513.86, 911 Funds 36,752.91, Indigent/Charity 7,921.20, Parks/Rec 5,458.02, Revaluation 939, Solid Waste 62,109.24, Tort 1,388, Vets Memorial 224.77, Weeds 1,229.14, County EMS 7,115.92, Restorium 47,071.93, Waterways 3,675.90, Grant, Boat Safety 65.88. TOTAL $576,383.95. Trusts: Auditor 187.83, Boundary Co. Drug Court 256.18, Driver's License 8,474.50, Magistrate 21,185.36, Motor Vehicle 94,597.23, Insurance Reimbursement 7,560, Workmans Comp 60.80, Sheriff's Fund 644.75. TOTAL $132,966.65. GRAND TOTAL $709,350.60. Payroll claims: $558,066.95. Citizens are invited to inspect detailed records on file in the Courthouse (individual claims & Commissioners' allowance & warrant register record 2016-2017). BFH Legal 9741 August 17, 2017
Community Calendar
Coming Events
3 Mile Store burglary update
According to Public Information Officer, Michael Meier, on July 16, the Boundary County Sheriff’s Office investigated a burglary of the Three Mile Store. The investigation led to the arrest of Alisha Sims, 30. Sims was identified by the store’s 24 hour video surveillance system as the suspect.
Quilt Show registration underway
Plans are underway for the third annual Quilt Show, scheduled Saturday, Oct. 14.
Court Reports
Shane R. Rucker, born 1983, charged with felony possession of a controlled substance by BFPD on October 6, 2015.
Italian Shrimp & Veggies
This one doesn’t heat the kitchen up too much and it uses some of your fresh produce from the garden. It is also for those who cook for one.
James Edward Chubb
James Edward Chubb
The Nest: Inspiration for home and garden
BONNERS FERRY — A beautiful soul, a well known artist, a mother — Dorothy Smith inspired and shared a dream with her three daughters. Together, they wished to open an eclectic shop where people could come, shop and be inspired, filled with unique and affordable items.
Mountain Lion sighted
Mountain lion spotted: According to Public Information Officer Michael Meier, a mountain lion has been sighted several times in the area of Parker Canyon Road. Recently the cat has been at a road kill deer on the upper end of the canyon close to Kootenai Trail Road.
Wallace R. Lee
Wallace R. Lee
Getting fired up for fall sports
BONNERS FERRY — With school just around the corner, the time has come again for the reawakening of school sports.
Wildlife spends their summer at Kootenai Wildlife Refuge
BONNERS FERRY — The hazy, hot days of summer have slowed the animal activity sightings at the Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge, but that has not stopped the tourists, who have been coming from every corner of the country, as evidenced by the overflowing guest book at the Refuge center.
This Day in Bonners Ferry History
100 Year
River otters well adapted for semi-aquatic living
At first I couldn’t believe my eyes. I thought, “Wow, that is a really big muskrat; the way they moved in the water, they looked like small seals and then I saw two more heads bobbing up and down.”
Sheriff's Logs
Aug. 7
Dorothea Emilie Gabert
Dorothea Emilie Gabert
Melvin George Parker
Melvin George Parker
Seen and Heard
n Mandy’s Gift Gallery getting power washed and painted.
Letter To The Editor
Fire District Automatic Aid Response
Three clubs + one putter = fun!
Week 12 of the Mirror lake Women’s Golf the game of the day was 3 clubs and a putter. Each player had to choose 3 clubs from their set and their putter to play nine holes of golf.
Do You Remember: A Girl's Best Friend
Another fair picture for you! Do you know this young girl and who her friend is? Do you know the year? If you have an answer, please email doyouremember @meadowcrk.com or call the museum. If you would like to stay anonymous, just let us know.
William Dickerson
William Dickerson
BFHS FIRST Robotics Team Alpha+ hosts camp
At the end of July, 25 students, grades four through six, participated in a four-day Summer Robotics Camp, hosted by BFHS FIRST Robotics Team 2130 Alpha+.
Council positions election
The City of Bonners Ferry will hold an election on Nov. 7, 2017 for the purpose of electing three council positions. Two of the council positions will be four year terms and one council position will be a two year term.
West Fork Cabin gets TLC
BONNERS FERRY — The West Fork Cabin received some tender loving care Aug. 6 through Aug. 11 by a group of volunteers from the National Smokejumper Association. The crew came from all around the United States to help restore and update the historical cabin.
CNA graduation
Boundary Community Hospital and North Idaho College announced the graduation of the summer semester Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) class in Bonners Ferry. Next semester starts Oct. 10. For more information about the Certified Nursing Assistants Program at Boundary Community Hospital contact Tracey Maas, RN at tracey.m@bcch.org or call 208-267-3141 ext. 4312.
Thursday, August 10
Seen and Heard
n Linda J. has not seen or heard anything interesting all week.
Sheriff's Log
July 31
Helen Mae Thompson Dayton, 90
Helen Mae Thompson Dayton, born on May 17, 1926, to John B. and Bernice Thompson, in Missoula, Mont., passed away Dec. 12, 2016, at the age of 90.
Dorothea (Minchau) Gabert, 93
Dorothea (Minchau) Gabert, 93, of Emmett, Idaho, passed away Friday, Aug. 4, 2017, at a local assisted living center.
Pay it forward: Hay Drive
BONNERS FERRY — Shawn Watt, who resides in Kalispell, but grew up and spent most of her life in Bonners Ferry, calling it her “Idahome,” suffered a barn fire about ten years ago. “The barn and contents were a complete loss,” said Watt.
MOOSE: A Boundary Co. wildlife treasure!
Only weeks old and protected at the flank of its mother, a moose calf begins to explore its world at the base of the Selkirk Mountains on a pond beside Myrtle creek. The cow and her calf remain in the forest and the willow thickets most of the day it was by chance I got to photograph this rare sight. As the calf grows they will emerge more often to feed on submerged aquatic plants in ponds and streams.
Live burn to save lives
BONNERS FERRY — The little pink house on Bonner Street gave its life to save lives. It was donated by Bill Hyatt to the Bonners Ferry Fire Department and has been used for extensive training, including live fire. Four months of hard work and planning went into the project, adhering to the The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) codes and standards, whose mission is to help save lives and reduce loss with information, knowledge and passion.
This Day in Bonners Ferry History
100 Year
Champion Softball Team
Bonners Ferry Jiu-Jitsu welcomes guest
BONNERS FERRY — Bonners Ferry Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, located next to 3 Mile Corner Store, will be welcoming a special guest this upcoming weekend. Owner, Sam Brown, will be introducing his former instructor, Master Sylvio Behring all the way from Brazil. Behring is a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu eighth degree coral belt, a Judo black belt and is regarded as one of the world’s top grappling instructors.
Tortilla Pinwheels
This is great and easy to bring to a potluck.
Wedding Announcement
Zachary Hornung and Lindsey Dunning will be married on August 12 at noon, on Roy and Shirley Dunning’s homestead in Moyie Springs, Idaho. They met through work and grew to fall in love with each other over the mutual admiration of the outdoors, hiking, and animals. They live in Bellingham, Washington and plan to move to Idaho in the coming years to raise a family.
Sheriff Kramer receives plaque
During the LEPC (Local Emergency Planning Committee) meeting Sandy Vanbehren, Emergency Manager from Kootenai County Idaho and Vice President of the Idaho Emergency Managers Association presented Sheriff Dave Kramer a plaque from the Idaho Emergency Managers Association for his participation and leadership over the years as a member of IEMA. Congratulations to Sheriff Kramer.
4-H Friday Friends
Do you have school-age children? Does a 4-day school week disagree with your 5-day work week? Do you need a safe, reliable, and educational program to keep your kids occupied on Fridays? Perhaps 4-H Friday Friends is the answer you’ve been looking for!
Fire reported under train
BONNERS FERRY — On Saturday evening, Aug. 5, a fire was reported under a train on the track that crosses over Mirror Lake Road, on the side closest to Riverside Drive. This marks the first time that both North Bench Fire District and South Boundary Fire Protection District responded in unison.
Fair Fun!
Boundary County Fair is starting next week. Do you know who this young man is? What event he was participating in? Do you know the year? If you have an answer, please email doyouremember@meadowcrk.com or call the museum. If you would like to stay anonymous, just let us know.
Interesting & Inspiring People: Erik Olson
“Small farms are a thing of the past,” Erik Olson’s voice thoughtful. He continued to explain that small farms comprise less than one percent of the agricultural community. Olson is part of that one percent as he continues his family tradition.
Red Cross volunteers wanted
Want to help Boundary County prepare for and recover from local disasters? Volunteer with the Red Cross as a disaster responder or community preparedness team member!
A view of the fair
Have you ever been involved in a family tradition? A family tradition like being on the cheer team because your mom was when she was in high school, or going to work for your family’s company? Well, 4-H and Family Fun Night was that tradition for me. A tradition that gave me so many valuable life lessons and so much knowledge through years of responsibility. Over my 11 years of involvement, the best thing was that it gave me friends, memories and opportunities.
All Class Reunion Thank-you
Thank you to all of the following for your support in the 2017 All Class Reunion:
Boundary County School District No. 101
District In-service Day will be held on Monday, Aug. 28 & Thursday, Aug. 31
Observance of the Trapper Peak and Sundance Fires
On a hot, dry day in August of 1967, the forces of nature combined to create a series of events that would be forever in the minds of many Boundary and Bonner County residents. Lightning strikes in the northwest corner of Boundary County raged out of control for 31 days, consuming 16,000 acres. This fire, known as the Trapper Peak Fire, had a firefighting army of 2,200, with 100 bulldozers raging through the rampaging flames, along with planes and helicopters, ambulances, water trailers and fire trucks making courageous attempts to contain the spread.
Glenna Garrison
Glenna Garrison passed away on Aug. 2, 2017, in her home in Bonners Ferry, Idaho.
Legal Aid Lawyer in town
A lawyer from the Coeur d’Alene office of Idaho Legal Aid Services will be in Bonners Ferry on Monday, Aug. 28, 2017, to meet with low-income Boundary County residents who have legal problems or questions.
ICF offers behavioral health grant in Bonner, Boundary counties
The North Idaho Action Fund in the Idaho Community Foundation is now accepting grant applications for projects working to improve the accessibility and quality of behavioral health programs in Bonner and Boundary counties. Grants of $5,000 to $30,000 are available.
Fun day with Mirror Lake Women's Golf
The Mirror Lake Women’s Golf Association held its annual “Margaritaville “Invite/Fun Day on July 12. There were 51 participants in this year’s event coming from Sandpoint, Rathdrum and Priest Lake, Idaho, Cheney, Wash., Libby, Mont., and Creston, B.C., Canada. Everyone had a great time enjoying the fabulous decorations and fun on-course games. There were some great prizes to be won for closest to the pin on No. 2, Longest Putt on hole No. 3, Longest Drive on hole No. 4, Most Accurate Drive on hole No. 6 and Closest Drive to the 150 marker on hole No. 7. In addition there were numerous terrific raffle prizes and gift baskets to be won.
Community Calendar
THURSDAY, Aug. 10
Library presentations excite onlookers
BONNERS FERRY — At the Boundary County Library this past weekend, Amy Maggi presented an educational speech on ocean reptiles and their unique traits, complete with hands-on materials to capture the audience of children and adults alike.
Smoke on the horizon
BONNERS FERRY — Smoke has been filling the air of Boundary County, obscuring the beautiful vistas that the residents have become accustomed to, and washing all color from the sky. Mountains disappeared into the haze, the sun cast a strange glow, and the moon resembled a farm fresh egg yolk at night.
Court Reports
Mark E. Madsen, born 1957, charged with infraction exceeding maximum posted speed limit (16 MPH or over) by BFPD on May 16. Amended to infraction unlawful act prohibited/required by state law.
Thursday, August 3
Legals August 3, 2017
PUBLIC NOTICE The Board of Directors of the Bonners Ferry Urban Renewal Agency will conduct a public hearing on August 8, 2017 at 5:00 PM at City Hall to review the budget and actual line items below: The public is invited to comment on the preliminary budget at that time. ACTUAL ACTUAL BUDGET PROPOSED GENERAL FUND: 9/30/2015 9/30/2016 FY 2016-17 FY 2017-18 Revenues: Beginning Balance $ - $ - $ 50,000 $ 100,000 Property Tax Increment 27,000 57,331 48,600 40,059 New Project Tax Increment 25,000 18,000 Interest 194 200 Total Income $ 27,194 $ 57,331 $ 123,800 $ 158,059 Expenditures: Developer Reimbursement $ 3,000 $ 25,000 $ 18,000 Capital Improvements 86,800 126,959 Accounting/Admin/Bond Consulting 3,600 5,400 6,000 6,000 Professional: Legal 1,966 3,173 2,500 2,000 City of Bonners Ferry Reimbursement 21,618 Audit 400 4,527 3,000 4,500 Office Expense 193 968 500 600 Total Expenditures $ 30,777 $ 14,068 $ 123,800 $ 158,059 Ending Balance $ (3,583) $ 43,263 $ - $ - BOND FUND: Revenues: Bond Sale Proceeds $ - $ - Property Tax Increment 81,000 45,631 56,300 56,401 Interest 131 251 150 Total Income $ 81,000 $ 45,762 $ 56,551 $ 56,551 Expenditures: Principal Payment on Bonds $ 24,555 $ 4,626 $ 34,666 $ 35,251 Interest Expense on Bonds 28,445 25,579 21,885 21,300 Transfer to Bond Reserve Payoff Bond Cost of Bond Issuance 14,493 Total Expenditures $ 53,000 $ 44,698 $ 56,551 $ 56,551 Ending Balance $ 28,000 $ 1,064 - - Total Revenues $ 108,194 $ 103,093 $ 180,351 $ 214,610 Total Expenditures 83,777 58,766 180,351 214,610 ENDING BALANCE $ 24,417 $ 44,327 $ - $ - BFH Legal 9730 July 27, 2017 August 3, 2017
Sheriff's Logs
July 24
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Bats: The only mammal that can fly!
BONNERS FERRY — My wife Debbie and I stood wide-eyed and amazed as a whirlwind of gray bats whirled and gyrated in the dim light of dusk south of the machinery shed at the Kootenai Wildlife Refuge. Attached to the machinery shed were four bat houses full of nearly 250 bats each.
Pace-Kerby & Co. welcomes new agent
BONNERS FERRY— Pace-Kerby & Co. real estate office welcomed Trevor Schneider as a new real estate agent to the team to work with his mother, Darlene Schneider, and Joe Farrell.
It seems like only yesterday ...
BONNERS FERRY — Every four years, Bonners Ferry High School alumni are drawn from around the country to return home, swarm the streets, searching out or accidentally finding their former classmates. The results were a recurring theme of sounds of excited greetings, hugs, handshakes, back slaps, all taking place, over and over, the length of the packed street.
This Day in Bonners Ferry History
100 Year
Do you remember: Fair Entries
Time to start thinking about what you will be entering in this year’s fair. Do you know who this young man was with his entry? Do you know the year? If you have an answer, please email doyouremember@meadowcrk.com or call the museum. If you would like to stay anonymous, just let us know.
Women tackle the outdoors
BONNERS FERRY — “The fastest growing demographic in hunting is actually women,” explained Idaho Fish and Game Senior Conservation Officer Julie Lininger, who has been teaching the Women’s Outdoor Clinic for 12 years. “Women are getting into the outdoor sports. It is traditionally, and still is, a male dominated sport, and trying to find someone to tutor you or teach you can be a little bit daunting.”
Hawaii visits the senior center
BONNERS FERRY — For many seniors, the ability to go on vacation to anywhere exotic is just not possible for a variety of reasons. That was the inspiration for Nancy Martinez to create the themed luncheons at Seniors Hospitality Center of Boundary County.
Fire danger prompts lands agencies to implement Stage 1 Fire Restrictions in northern Idaho
COEUR D’ALENE, ID – With the threat of wildfire danger increasing rapidly in northern Idaho, local land management agencies will implement Stage 1 Fire Restrictions on all lands within the Coeur d’Alene Dispatch area beginning at 11:59 p.m.on August 3, 2017. Fire restrictions are intended to decrease the chance of any preventable fires in the designated areas.
Class of '63 donates to Boundary County Museum
BONNERS FERRY— The last weekend in July marked Boundary County’s All Class Reunion. The Bonners Ferry High School class of 1963 hosted a silent auction on Friday July 21, and the proceeds from that and donations from the members of the class went to our local Boundary County Museum.
Court Reports
Lukes Allen Marble, born 1979, charged with misdemeanor third or subsequent offense driving without privileges by ISP on April 7. Amended to misdemeanor second offense driving without privileges.
Fundraiser prize: jet boat adventure
Boundary Search and Dive Rescue Team Inc, has partnered up with Swiftwater Logistics, LLC for a fundraiser to support the purchase of aging and outdated equipment for Search and Rescue.
Huckleberry picking not for commercial purposes
The Boundary County Sheriff’s Office does not have the authority to enforce the commercial huckleberry picking restriction, that is a charge that needs to be investigated by the Forest Service as we do not have an Idaho law pertaining to commercial picking and selling of huckleberries. What we can enforce are any violations of the Idaho code, which may include littering, threats etc. We encourage the public to notify the Forest Service of any suspected commercial huckleberry picking camps and to also notify our office of any camps where there may be violations of Idaho law.
Community Calendar
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A view of the fair
The Boundary County Fair provides a true family Fun Night, with prices that make it affordable to take the whole family out.
Seen and Heard
Kathy R. is tired of turning right at the light, when she actually wants to turn left.
Excellence in Caring - again
BONNERS FERRY — Boundary Community Hospital is proud to announce that its Extended Care Facility and Nursing Home has been recognized by the State of Idaho with their tenth L. Jean Schoonover Award for Excellence in Caring. This year the facility received the Gold Award distinguished by having an average Health Inspection rating of 4.6 to 5.0 (the highest rating). Recipients of the award must demonstrate a dedication and commitment to providing the highest quality of care to the residents they serve.
Train to Hunt: a National Champion
BONNERS FERRY — Run. Shoot. Pack.
Second Harvest Aug. 9 food distribution
Over two hundred families will share the eight to ten thousand pounds of food that the third Second Harvest food truck of the year will bring to Bonners Ferry on Aug. 9. Boundary County has been determined an area of high need, so it receives four shipments of food each year.
Seatbelt use praised by sheriff
NAPLES — Around 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 1, an accident occurred on Highway 95 and Mountain Meadows Road in the area of the mudslide, where the speed is reduced during the reconstruction efforts.
Mayonnaise
Mayonnaise
