Thursday, August 29
Legals August 29, 2019
NOTICE OF CANDIDATE FILING DEADLINE For Boundary County, Idaho NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN in accordance with Idaho Code 34-1405, that the election to be held in and for Boundary County, Idaho on November 5, 2019 will be for the following: Boundary County School District #101- Trustee Zone #3 Boundary County School District #101- Trustee Zone #4 Paradise Valley Fire District Commissioner Sub-District #1 Paradise Valley Fire District Commissioner Sub-District #2 South Boundary Fire District Commissioner Sub-District #2 South Boundary Fire District Commissioner Sub-District #3 Declarations of Candidacy are available at the Boundary County Clerk's Office in the Courthouse located at 6452 Kootenai Street in Bonners Ferry, Room 22. They can also be obtained from South Boundary Fire Protection District, 20 Stagecoach Rd, Naples; Deborah Youngwirth's office for Paradise Valley Fire District at 7193 Main St, Bonners Ferry, and the Boundary County School District #101 office at 7188 Oak Street, Bonners Ferry. The last day for filing declarations is September 6, 2019 till 5:00 p.m. BFH Legal 10243 August 29, 2019
First Day Of School
Retired teachers plan luncheon: Annual Boundary County School District Retired Teachers Luncheon to be held at Chic ‘n Chop on Tuesday, Sept. 3, at noon.
Badger volleyball takes aim at state tourney
BONNERS FERRY — The Badger volleyball team has launched the 2019 season with rigorous practices and getting into shape.
Super 1 Foods raffle supports Shriners
BONNERS FERRY — The Boundary County Shriners hosted a raffle for a food shopping spree at the Boundary County Fair, and the winner was Amy Comer.
Mirror Lake Ladies' Golf Report
On August 21, eleven Wednesday morning golfers got up extra early to travel to Libby, Montana to golf with the Cabinet Mountain Ladies’ Golf Association in their “Bling” invitational tournament. The Mirror Lake ladies came out pretty well with Linda Rupley winning the overall Low Net award in Group B with a 68, and Ada Gardiner winning the Low Gross award, Group B, with 106. Other Mirror Lake winners were Gerry Ann Howlett, Longest Drive, Group A, Cabinet Mountain Hole #5, Linda Bogden, Longest Putt, Group A, Cabinet Mountain Hole #6 and Closest to Pin on Hole #3, and Anne Bonar, Longest Putt, Group B, Cabinet Mountain Hole #17. Cabinet Mountain’s Anna Guthrie and Monika Bartko won Low Net, Group A with a 68 (Anna), and Low Gross, Group A, with 90 (Monika.) The Mirror Lake ladies thoroughly enjoyed the Cabinet Mountain ladies’ friendliness and hospitality, delicious lunch, special entertainment, fun raffle prizes and challenging course, notably the back nine.
The majestic white pelican
“And to lose the chance to see a file of pelicans winging their way homeward across the crimson afterglow of the sunset, or a myriad terns flashing in the bright light of midday as they hover in a shifting maze above the beach — why, the loss is like the loss of a gallery of the masterpieces of the artists of old time”
New head coach Hinthorn impressed with attitude of BFHS football players
BONNERS FERRY — As the fall sports season begins, the Bonners Ferry High School football team has started practicing and gearing up for its first game on Aug. 30 at Lincoln County High School.
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New girls soccer coach optimistic
BONNERS FERRY — The lady Badger soccer team has seen a change in leadership this season in the form of Coach Emily Winebark.
Points North Orchard brings the peaches
BONNERS FERRY — One of the main incomes for many people in Boundary County centers around agriculture, be it farming wheat and barley, or apples and peaches. The rich soil in the Kootenai Valley has allowed farmers to produce goods for neighbors, friends, and commercially for many years.
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New coach, same goals for BFHS boys soccer
BONNERS FERRY — The Badger boys soccer team has begun its season with rigorous practices as the Badgers gear up for a successful 2019 campaign.
Learning to avoid being a victim
BONNERS FERRY — Theft prevention, identity theft, burglary and personal alarm systems, recovery of lost or stolen property, personal safety, neighborhood watches, internet and phone scams were among the topics of conversation during the Symposium on Safety, called a Night Out Against Crime.
Sheriff's Logs
Boundary County Sheriff
Italian cookies
Italian cookies
Sentencing rescheduled for Corsi
BONNERS FERRY — The sentencing of Kenny David Corsi was vacated from the previous date of Aug. 22, and rescheduled for Thursday, Sept. 19, at 1 p.m. Two hours have been scheduled for the sentencing.
BFH New Office Hours
New office hours for Herald: Bonners Ferry Herald office hours, beginning Tuesday, Sept. 3.
This Week In Bonners Ferry History
100 Years Ago
Letter to the Editor
BUDGET: Give it a closer look
Saturday's pancake breakfast to help fund EAA scholarships
BONNERS FERRY — The EAA Chapter 757 at the Boundary County Airport will be hosting its second-to-last fundraiser pancake breakfast from 8-10 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 31, at the Northern Air Hangar at the Boundary County Airport.
For water rescues, practice makes perfect
BONNERS FERRY — Saving a victim from the water takes crucial timing from the rescuers. With many bodies of water, including the Kootenai and Moyie rivers, in Boundary County, it is just a matter of time before first responders, made up of many volunteers, may be called upon to help — and they need to be ready.
Quilt donations help stitch the community together
BONNERS FERRY — When disaster hits a person or family, it can be the small touches and the personal attention that can make all the difference. This was the thought behind a recent donation of handmade quilts to law enforcement, spearheaded by Beverly Hokanson, on Monday, Aug. 26.
Cummings seeks return trip to state swim meet
BONNERS FERRY — Even though Bonners Ferry High School doesn’t have a swimming pool, they still have a swim team, consisting of one Julia Cummings.
Diaper drive: No baby 'wet' behind
Did you know it can cost about $100 per month to diaper one baby? To help offset this cost for families in need, Kaniksu Health Services is creating a diaper bank in its Bonners Ferry clinic.
Robert C. Causton
Robert C. Causton
Clear skies, strong turnout boosts runners
BONNERS FERRY — The 2019 cross-country team has brought its best foot forward with not having to delay practices due to smoky, poor air quality.
Court Reports
Shanmugan Anbarasan, born 1971, charged with infraction exceeding maximum posted speed limit (16 MPH or over) by BFPD on Aug. 2.
Gun Club News
Wednesday, Aug. 7
First hole-in-one of season recorded at Mirror Lake
BONNERS FERRY — Congratulations to Julie Williams for her hole in one on hole #2 at Mirror Lake Golf Course last Thursday. The shot lead her team of Rod Starr and Jeff Boger to a one-stroke victory in the first Thursday Night Scrambles of the fall.
Take advantage of the fire prevention coop
My opinion is regarding fire safety, of course. If you are not aware yet, the Fire Districts, Associations, USFS and IDL in Boundary County have formed a fire prevention coop in the last year. The idea of this is to work as a team to help share our combined knowledge and resources to send a common message to the residents in Boundary County regarding all aspects of fire safety.
Seen 'n Heard
n Krystian B. turns 30! Happy birthday old man. Enjoy YOUR DAY!
Thursday, August 22
Legals August 22, 2019
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE File No.: 443713 / Marmie Title No. 19245BAC Customer Ref No. 36554477 On December 2, 2019 at the hour of 10:30AM, of said day, in the office of Boundary Abstract Company located at 6977 Main Street, Bonners Ferry, ID 83805-8553. Alliance Title & Escrow Corp., as trustee, will sell at public auction, to the highest bidder, for cash, cashier's check, certified check or tellers check, (from a bank which has a branch in the community at the site of the sale), money order, State of Idaho check or local government check, or cash equivalent in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the same time of sale, the following described real property, situated in the County of Boundary, State of Idaho, and described as follows, to wit: A tract of land in the Northwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter (NW1/4 NW1/4) of Section 27, Township 62 North, Range 1 East, Boise Meridian, Boundary County, Idaho, more particularly described as follows: Beginning at the Northeast corner of the Northwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter (NW1/4 NW1/4) of said Section 27; thence South along the East line of said Northwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter (NW1/4 NW1/4), 112.00 feet to the southeast corner of that parcel as described in Instrument No. 165028 (AKA Tax 95), records of Boundary County, and the TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING; thence continuing South along said East line, 113.31 feet to the Southeast corner of that parcel as described in Instrument No. 130004 (AKA Tax 86); thence South 89°46'00" West along the South line of said parcel, 194.00 feet; thence North, 113.31 feet to the corner of that parcel as described in Instrument No. 165028; thence North 89°46'00" East along the South line of said parcel 194.00 feet to the TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING. THE TRUSTEE HAS NO KNOWLEDGE OF A MORE PARTICULAR DESCRIPTION OF THE ABOVE-DESCRIBED REAL PROPERTY, BUT FOR PURPOSES OF COMPLIANCE WITH IDAHO CODE, SECTION 60-113, THE TRUSTEE HAS BEEN INFORMED THAT THE STREET ADDRESS OF: 7395 Comanche Court, Bonners Ferry, ID 83805, MAY SOMETIMES BE ASSOCIATED WITH SAID REAL PROPERTY. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty regarding title, possession or encumbrances to satisfy the obligation secured by and pursuant to the power of sale conferred in the deed of trust executed by Richard D Marmie, an individual, as Grantor to Alliance Title & Escrow Corp., as Trustee, for the benefit and security of The United States of America, acting through the Rural Housing Service or successor agency, United States Department of Agriculture as Beneficiary, recorded July 14, 2009 as Instrument No. 243024, Mortgage records of Boundary County, Idaho. THE ABOVE GRANTORS ARE NAMED TO COMPLY WITH SECTION 45-1506(4)(a), IDAHO CODE. NO REPRESENTATION IS MADE THAT THEY ARE, OR ARE NOT, PRESENTLY RESPONSIBLE FOR THIS OBLIGATION. The default for which this sale is to be made is failure to: Make principal and interest payments as set forth on said Deed of Trust and Promissory Note. The original loan amount was $137,000.00 together with interest thereon at the rate of 4.8750% per annum, as evidenced in Promissory Note dated July 14, 2009. Payments are in default for the months of December 2018 through and including July 2019 in the amount of $728.41 per month and continuing each and every month thereafter until date of sale or reinstatement. The balance now due is: $122,063.00 in principal; $3,749.67 in interest; $33,370.40 in subsidy granted; and $132.10 in fees currently assessed and computed through July 2, 2019 with interest accruing thereafter at the daily rate of $16.3029. In addition to the above, there is also due any late charges, advances, escrow collection fees, attorney fees, fees or costs associated with this foreclosure. The balance owing as of this date on the obligation secured by said deed of trust is $155,433.40, excluding interest, costs and expenses actually incurred in enforcing the obligations thereunder or in this sale, as trustee's fees and/or reasonable attorney's fees as authorized in the promissory note secured by the aforementioned Deed of Trust. Dated: July 25, 2019 Alliance Title & Escrow Corp. By: Erica Braun, Trust Officer Phone: 208-947-1553 This communication is on behalf of a debt collector and is an attempt to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. BFH Legal 10227 August 1, 8, 15, 22, 2019
Family Fun at the fair
BONNERS FERRY — The grandstands were filled with people who came to watch and participate in the Boundary County Fair Family Fun Night on Saturday, Aug. 17. They delayed the start time to wait for everyone who was still in the lines waiting to come in.
Vendors at the fair bring attention to local businesses
BONNERS FERRY — The Boundary County Fair may seem like a small event to those used to fairs in more largely-populated areas, but it is a big deal to local businesses, 4-H, FFA, and other members of the community.
BFHS cross country hosts fundraiser race
BONNERS FERRY — The Badgers hosted a cross country event at the Bonners Ferry High School track. The purpose of the event was not only to run a race, but also to raise money to vest Coeur d’Alene Charter in the Youth Endowment for Activities Foundation, which helps small Idaho schools offset travel costs.
Quilt Donation
Quilts to be given to law enforcement
Mirror Lake Ladies' Golf Report
For the week of August 13-14, Game of the Day was “Bingo, Bango, Bongo.” In this game players a point for being first on the green, for being closest to the hole once all players are on the green, and for the first to put a putt in the hole on each green. Therefore, there can be three game points earned on each hole — 18 points in total if the player won all three points on each hole!
Court Reports
Larry R. Anderson, born 1949, charged with infraction exceeding maximum posted speed limit (16 MPH or over) by BFPD on Aug. 6.
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The fair was all the buzz for 2019
BONNERS FERRY — With 2019 marking the ninety-ninth year of the Boundary County Fair, it was buzzing with people.
Fish and Wildlife Program hearing set for tonight
Today, Thursday Aug. 22, from 5-6:30 p.m., the Northwest Power and Conservation Council will hold a public hearing in Bonners Ferry on a revision of its Columbia River Basin Fish and Wildlife Program. The hearing will be at the Best Western Plus Kootenai River Inn, 7169 Plaza Street.
Sheriff's Log
Boundary County Sheriff’s Office
Opening ceremonies have a royal touch
BONNERS FERRY — The smells of farmyard mingled with the unmistakable smell of fair food on Wednesday, Aug. 14, as people filled the indoor arena for the official start to the fair, the Opening Ceremonies.
Strangers step up to help land Life Flight
BONNERS FERRY — When there is a need, the people in Boundary Country prove time and time again that they are ready and willing to step up and lend a hand. Last Sunday, Aug. 18, six people dropped everything to help Life Flight land at Roman Nose to rescue a woman who had fallen and was injured.
Seen 'n Heard
n Carter Country bought a pig named Batman ... does this mean that pigs really do fly?
Golf Tips from a Pro
BONNERS FERRY — Another great drill to improve your putting prowess is to practice short putts with just the target side hand (the hand closest to the target) on the putter.
School Supply Drive
Donations of school supplies sought
CNA summer graduation
Boundary Community Hospital (BCH) and North Idaho College announced the graduation of the summer semester Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) class.
Taking a close look at a big project
BONNERS FERRY — On Wednesday, Aug. 14, the Kootenai Valley Resource Initiative (KVRI), in partnership with the U.S. Forest Service, hosted a field trip to the proposed Westside Restoration Project area in the Bonners Ferry Ranger District of the Idaho Panhandle National Forests.
Boundary Community Clinics welcomes Mike Yourzek, PA-C
Boundary Community Clinics and Boundary Community Hospital are pleased to announce the addition of Michael Yourzek, PA-C MS CHA to their Primary Care Clinic.
The beetle with long horns!
Last week while barbecuing on my deck I was suddenly alarmed by an uninvited guest that flew in and landed on my deck floor 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.
Community Calendar
Coming Events
Robert C. Causton
Robert C. Causton
Chamber of Commerce: Coupons help promote business
The Chamber would like to remind members and non-members about the Chamber Coupon Book deadline on Friday, Aug. 23.
House fire ruled non-suspicious; fundraiser continues
BONNERS FERRY — The Idaho State Fire Marshal’s Office, North Bench Fire personnel and the Boundary County Fire Investigation Unit, all investigated the Aug. 12 fire on Roosevelt Road that destroyed Sheron Lockman’s home.
To market, to market ...
BONNERS FERRY — The season of hard work, raising baby pigs, sheep, goats, cows, rabbits, and chickens, came to a cumulation on Friday, Aug. 16, at the Boundary County Fair during the Boundary County 4-H and FFA Animal Sale.
This Week In Bonners Ferry History
100 Years Ago
Pasta Carbonara
Pasta Carbonara
Thursday, August 15
Letter to the Editor: Moyie Springs Funny Money
MOYIE SPRINGS: Track the funny money
On short putts, practice makes perfect
BONNERS FERRY — If you’re having difficulties making those all-important short putts, then this drill is for you! Grab a dozen balls and head to the practice green. Place them in a pattern pictured above starting with the closest balls around three feet from the hole, the next balls six feet from the hole, and the last balls about nine feet from the hole.
Fifteen years of Moosing around
BONNERS FERRY — The Rusty Moose Tavern and Grill first opened their doors at the beginning of August 2004. Since then, they have brought the community a place to dine, originally starting with a lunch menu, and over the years expanding into dinner, coffee, ice cream and more.
Sheriff: Talk safety with teen drivers
A new season is almost upon us at fair time, and to some the dreaded words “back to school” are starting to be heard. It is a sign that summer is fast coming to a close and fall will be here before we know it. Most of us are not ready for summer to end yet, but soon it will. Don’t get me wrong, I look forward to fall, it is one of my favorite seasons — fresh fall air, football, cooler days, hunting season.
Sheriff's Log
Boundary County Sheriff’s Office
Court Reports
Rae Lynn Abraham, born 2000, charged with infraction failure to provide vehicle proof of insurance by BFPD on July 21.
Boundary County School District No. 101
Boundary County School District 101
James C. Gravelle
James C. Gravelle
Storms help, hurt wildfire efforts
BONNERS FERRY — A long-lasting thunderstorm brought lightning strikes around the county on Saturday, Aug. 10, igniting fires.
Mirror Lake Ladies' Golf Report
For the week of August 6-7, Game of the Day for the Tuesday evening players was “Throw Out Your Worst Hole.” The winners were Gerry Ann Howlett, Low Gross (47); Elaine Morgan and Renee Murphy tied for Low Net with 32, and Elaine Morgan won Low Putts with 15.
Cox, Fontenot win Don James Memorial tennis tournament
The Don James Memorial Doubles tournament took place on Aug. 3. The turnout was good with 22 players taking part. The format was six rounds of round robin format with the first four teams with the most points making the semifinals.
Putting the unity in community
BONNERS FERRY — Boundary County Library Director, Craig Anderson, has ideas that begin like small ripples in a pond. As he implements them, those small ripples spread outward as the idea gains momentum. The latest project is already spreading through the community, although it is still in the fledgling stages.
Little Free Gardens popping up around town
BONNERS FERRY — They are popping up all over around Bonners Ferry, little micro gardens nestled in pots and planters, growing a wide variety of edibles, vegetables, fruits, and herbs. Not only are they beautiful, but they are planted and maintained by individuals or businesses, so that they can provide the fruits of their labor to anyone in the community.
This Week In Bonners Ferry History
100 Years Ago
Grant provides new way to blaze trails
BONNERS FERRY — 9B Trails recently received a grant that will significantly increase the productivity of its volunteers, thereby improve the time it will take to create the trails in and around Bonners Ferry.
Take a break at Spruce Lake
“So lovely was the loneliness of a wild lake …” — Edgar Allan Poe
Night Out Against Crime event scheduled Aug. 22
“Hello, Grandad, is that you? This is your grandson.”
Widow's house a total loss after fire
BONNERS FERRY — Sheron Lockman lost her husband of 50 years on July 19. Tragedy struck again on the morning of Sunday, Aug. 11, when her house on Roosevelt Road went up in flames.
Second Harvest Food Truck
Second Harvest food distribution is today
Deviled Eggs
Deviled Eggs
Community Calendar
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Seen and Heard
n Dave the Magic Man magically appears again at the Herald office with pizza and soda.
Thursday, August 8
Wayne Brown
Wayne Brown
White rot in garlic: Diagnosis, identification, management
While garlic is easy and fun to grow here in Boundary County, there are some serious soil-borne diseases that can affect your ability to grow this crop. Throughout the county, we have had reports of white rot in garlic this year. White rot affects all Allium species, including onions, shallots and garlic. It is highly contagious and easily spread through the small, black sclerotia the disease produces.
Community Calendar
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Court Reports
Renda A. Banks, born 1973, charged with infraction driving at speeds exceeding work zones by BFPD on July 7.
Florence Marion Jill Bosworth
Florence Marion ‘Jill’ Bosworth
Sheriffs Log
Boundary County Sheriff
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Pita or Pocket Bread
Pita or Pocket Bread
Gov. Little declares August Gastroparesis Awareness Month
BONNERS FERRY — Some people have health issues, they may be apparent or underlying. Invisible illnesses lay beneath the skin and can be just as debilitating as an illness that is apparent to others, if not more.
Kootenai Tribe police chief retires
BONNERS FERRY — After 10 years in law enforcement in California, when Joel Minor came to Boundary County in 1999, he knew he was home.
EL Internet brings high speeds to county
BONNERS FERRY — Having internet access is one of the main things people look for when they purchase or rent a home. In the rural parts of Boundary County, internet access may be difficult, if not impossible to obtain.
Huckleberry picking is underway!
As summer days become hotter and drier in Boundary County a special treat is brewing in our surrounding forests. Huckleberries! These sweet, finger-staining treats are right under your nose on most hikes in August.
RV vs. car road rage incident reported
BONNERS FERRY — Road rage escalated to the point where a driver allegedly struck another vehicle with his RV on the North Hill of Highway 95, on Sunday, Aug. 4, leading to his arrest.
BFHS Class of 1956 gathers for reunion
The Class of 1956 met for their 63rd reunion July 27, at the Chic ‘n Chop. Twelve classmates were in attendance.
The magic of reading
BONNERS FERRY — On Wednesday, July 31, around 90 children gathered at the Boundary County Fairgrounds to enjoy books and a performance by Dave the Magic Man, who appeared as Fuzz Leapyear, the “second cousin, twice removed, of that other well-known, famous astronaut.”
Mirror Lake Ladies' Golf Report
For the week of July 30-31, Game of the Day was “Ace of the Month” and “Longest Drive on Hole #6.” Karen English was Ace of the Month for the Wednesday morning players with an inspiring gross score of 46, and Elaine Morgan was Ace of the Month for the Tuesday evening players with a winner gross score of 54.
Letter to the Editor
HUMAN RIGHTS: A moral issue
Yard sale fundraiser
Yard sale fundraiser
Seen 'n Heard
- Saying goodbye to old trees on 2nd Street.
Glenda Ruth Howells
Glenda Ruth Howells
Family gets new home
BONNERS FERRY — Life can change in what may seem like a blink of the eye — one day, there is a happy family home, and the next, there isn’t.
Moyie Dam upgrades
The City of Bonners Ferry is one of only 10 cities in Idaho that operates its own electric system, and one of the few that generates its own power. The city operates a hydroelectric project on the Moyie River, which currently provides about 30 percent of our power needs. Since its completion in 1950, the dam has provided reliable and cost effective power for the city’s electric users. The remainder of our power needs are purchased from the Bonneville Power Administration (BPA), a federal power marketing agency that is part of the US Department of Energy.
Buzz builds for next week's Boundary County Fair
There is buzzing going around town and it’s not just the cute little bumble bees. Fair is starting to get closer and closer. Animals are gaining and are getting ready to come down. More and more kids are joining and can’t wait to show off how much effort they have put into raising there animals.
This Week In Bonners Ferry History
100 Years Ago
Thursday, August 1
Charles L. 'Chuck' Lockman
Charles L. ‘Chuck’ Lockman
First responders help Battle Grounds Coffee celebrate anniversary
BONNERS FERRY — On July 26, Battle Grounds Coffee Company celebrated its one year anniversary with first responders.
Celebrate Diversity & Promote Human Rights: History of Boundary Co. Human Rights Task Force
Did you know that a charismatic white supremacist once thought Boundary County would be a good place for his message of hate? True story. In 1987, Robert Miles, a former Ku Klux Klan leader convicted of plotting to bomb school buses, announced he would relocate his 2,000-member white separatist “church” from Michigan to Bonners Ferry.
Take flight with pancakes
BONNERS FERRY — Imagine being able to fly to eat out on a whim. Load up the airplane with family and friends, and take a quick trip to an ocean-front restaurant and eat freshly caught seafood.
Walter Raymond (Ray or Boomer) Danly
Walter Raymond (“Ray” or “Boomer”) Danly passed away on July 22, 2019 surrounded by family at Kootenai Health Center at the age of 82. He was born in Berwyn, Illinois on June 26, 1937 to Karin (Svenonius) and Walter Raymond Danly. Ray attended Lions Township High School and continued his education at Augustana College where he played football for the Vikings. He served in the Navy aboard the destroyer USS Gainard as a Quartermaster. While in the Navy Ray rose from pollywog status to a shellback upon crossing the equator aboard ship and obtained a cross blessed by the Pope while in Rome. He married JoAnn DeLuca August 18, 1961 in Chicago, Illinois where his sons Eric and Greg were born. He worked for the family business, Danly Machine Corporation, and was transferred to San Jose, California as their west coast salesman where JoAnn and Ray were blessed with their third son Christopher James (“C.J.”). Ray spent time traveling the entire west coast and Canada for the family business. In his travels he hunted chucker with Jack O’Connor near Lewiston, Idaho. When he wasn’t traveling for work Ray and his family spent weekends camping, ultimately visiting most of the national parks in the west. While returning from Glacier National Park the family visited a log cabin gift shop called the Bighorn for sale in Yaak, British Columbia. Ray decided to escape the stress of his job and move his family to just across the Canadian border where they operated the Bighorn. The law enforcement profession called and Ray worked in U.S. Immigration at the Eastport border station between Idaho and B.C. Ray was hired as a police officer in Bonners Ferry, Idaho, and moved his family back to the States. The boys proved to be the usual “cop kids” as they reenacted some of the pranks Ray had described from his youth and masterminded a few of their own. Ray advanced to Assistant Chief before moving the family to Coeur d’Alene, Idaho where he took a job with the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Department. At the Sheriff’s Department Ray worked his way to Administrative Sergeant where he gave the now-legendary “Boomer” briefings, which, like Ray himself, were not known for their brevity. Ray retired from the Sheriff’s Department in 2001. He renewed his Lutheran faith (his mother Karin was a staunch Swedish Lutheran), taught Sunday school, conducted jail ministries and volunteered for the NOSDA (No One Shall Die Alone) organization. Ray met his “Sweetie” Dawn Risley at church. Ray is survived by his sons Eric, Greg and C.J., and their wives Karen, Lynn and Bonnie, and seven grandchildren: Rhett, Casey, Cole, Hailey, Mackenzie, Zach and Samantha. In lieu of donations, because Ray loved his family so, he would encourage you to hug your family, tell them you love them and take them on a memorable family outing, perhaps enlivened by a good story or two. Or three. A memorial service for Ray will take place at Peace Lutheran Church, 8134 N. Meyer Rd., Post Falls, at 2 p.m. on August 9, 2019, followed by interment with military honors at Coeur d’Alene Memorial Gardens, 7315 N. Government Way, Coeur d’Alene. Family and friends are invited to an informal gathering at the Toro Viejo Restaurant , 117 N. 2nd St., Coeur d’Alene at 5 p.m. Ray’s family is grateful for the care provided Ray by the Kootenai Health Center and the support of friends and neighbors at this difficult time. Rest in Peace Raymond. We cherish our memories of you.
Young pilots go solo
A busy July comes to a close at the Airport as we celebrate flying and pancakes!
Two views of the county fair
I have been coming to our local fair since I was very small. Probably, since I was born. I have enjoyed it so much over the years that this year I decided to sign up to be fair royalty. This way I can participate and help out with a lot of the fair activities. The fair is made up of many volunteers and I enjoy volunteering, so I wanted to be one to help those people out. The more community support our fair has the bigger and better it is. As early as I can remember I have participated in the pet show, blueberry pie eating contest, zucchini race, airplane contest and family fun night. I have entered drawings, vegetables, photos and animals in open class. Through 4-H I have entered sewing, pottery, vet science, drawings, entomology (bugs), geese, chickens, goats and rabbits. The fair is a great way for the community, FFA and 4-H to share their animals, produce and various projects. This year I will also be entering some projects through open class and some through 4-H.
Dennis Liermann
Dennis Liermann
This Week In Bonners Ferry History
100 Years Ago
Robert E. Rhoads, Sr.
Robert E. Rhoads, Sr.
Sheriff's Log
Boundary County Sheriff’s Office
FREE Sports Physicals at BCH
Free sports physicals offered Aug. 6 at BCH
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Friendly rivalry comes to Mirror Lake Golf Course
BONNERS FERRY — This past weekend, a group of local golfers waged a friendly, Ryder Cup-style competition with their counterparts in British Columbia in quest of the Kootenai Cup trophy.
Sheriff's Humvee helps community in many ways
Life in Boundary County is filled with adventures for outdoor enthusiasts, and many people also live the adventurous life, far removed from the city. While this can be the idyllic lifestyle, it also comes with risks. The Boundary County Sheriff’s Office has taken steps to mitigate some of those risks by adding a 2007 Humvee to its lineup.
Mirror Lake Ladies' Golf Report
For the week of July 23-24, Game of the Day was “Mystery Partner, combined Low Net.” The winners on Wednesday morning were (guest) Carla Elliott and President Carrie Figgins with a 75 (Carla: net 38, Carrie: net 37.) Carla also won Low Gross, Flight A with 46 and Low Putts with 13. Carrie won low gross, Flight B with 61, Low Net, Flight B with 37, and Ruth Ann Wilson won Low Putts, Flight B with 16. Maureen Blackmore won Low Net, Flight A with 31.
Traffic complicates fighting fire on U.S. 2
BONNERS FERRY — A fire slowed traffic down on Highway 2, on Friday afternoon, July 26, but not as much as it should have.
Letter to the Editor
REDOUBT: Standing up to liberals’ hatred
Community Calendar
Coming Events
Cedar waxwings: A sleek and dapper looking bird!
Cedar waxwings are one of my favorite birds. From a distance, they look like garden-variety little brown birds. But a closer look reveals the striking crown and beautiful red and yellow hues of their feathers. The yellow tip of their tail is especially brilliant.
Robert K. Kucherry
Robert K. Kucherry, 80, of Cle Elum, passed away at his home on June 17, 2019 with his longtime companion Dora Jean and his son Robbie by his side. At Robert’s request, no services will be held.
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Strawberry cheesecake
Strawberry cheesecake
Seen 'n Heard
n VERY LARGE white rooster seen going down Main Street in the back of a pickup.
Gun Club News
Bonners Ferry High School Trap Team, “Dukes Claybusters”: Sub Jr. Team won first place at the 88th P.I.T.A. Grand Pacific Tournament. Sub Jr. Team 16 Yard Event on Friday on Total 500 targets. Shooting 100 targets each. Kamen Nelson had a high score of 97X100 (24-25-25-23). He not only broke his first 25, but 50 straight. Seth Rice had 24-25-22-25 = 96X100. Colin Fairchild had his first 25 with a total score of 92X100. Ryan Carelli broke 86X100 and Dillon McLeish had 66X100.
Court Reports
Stephen Scott Allured Jr., born 1985, charged with infraction failure to use vehicle safety restraint by ISP on May 10.
