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COVID-19 Information - April 1, 2021

The latest novel coronavirus numbers from the region, state and country.

Moore granted change of venue

Presiding district judge Barbara Buchanan approved motions to quash subpoena requests of financial and intimate information of Jennifer Drake and approved a motion for change of venue to Kootenai county

Rotary club gets a tour of sheriff's annex remodel

The Boundary County Sheriff’s Annex has gotten a facelift.

Community orchestra making music again

Established in 1973, the Bonners Ferry Community Orchestra not only offers local adults an outlet for playing music, but also provides a place for graduating high school musicians who want to continue their music education.

BFHS sports schedule April 1 - April 7

BFHS sports schedule April 1 - April 7

Community calendar - April 1 - April 7

Community calendar - April 1 - April 7

Library Director Craig Anderson announces retirement

The Boundary County Library board is saddened to announce the retirement of library director, Craig Anderson effective April 1, 2021.

Senior exercise classes start up again

Panhandle Health District’s free “Fit and Fall Proof” class for seniors resumes, Monday, April 5. These classes focus on helping older adults improve their fitness, flexibility and mobility, or have a fear of or history of falling.

Police log 03/23-03/30

Police Log 03/23-03/30

Sheriff's Log 03/23-03/30

Sheriff's Log 03/23-03/30

Tennis season with Panhandle & Play

Kieran Ricci and Panhandle and Play will begin to offer tennis, pickleball and cardio tennis instruction for those interested in pursuing the sport or looking for a fun activity to commit to this spring.

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 17: Headlines from 3/27 thru 3/30

In this episode of the North Idaho Now Podcast, Chanse Watson and Josh McDonald go over the latest news coming out of the Coeur'd Alene/Post Falls Press, the Bonner County Daily Bee, and the Shoshone News-Press from March 27 to 30.

USFWS Urges Public to Stay Safe and Keep Bears Wild

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service) reminds the public to remain vigilant as grizzly bears emerge from their dens this spring.

Edison Eugene Fritz birth announcement

Edison Eugene Fritz birth announcement

COVID-19 Information - March 30, 2021

The latest novel coronavirus numbers from the region, state and country.

More housing planned to be completed in Ponderay this summer

A 32-unit townhouse development on Kootenai Cutoff Road and Larkspur Street is expected to be completed this summer, city officials said.

Court records 03/26/21

Court records 03/26/21

From the archives - April 1, 2021

From the archives - April 1, 2021

This week in history - April 1, 2021

This week in history - April 1, 2021

Fulcher Fights to Eliminate Death Tax

Congressman Fulcher has cosponsored H.R. 1712 The Death Tax Repeal Act, introduced by Rep. Jason Smith (R-MO) and Rep. Sanford Bishop (D-GA). This bipartisan bill would protect family-owned ranches, farms, and businesses by repealing the death tax (also known as the “estate tax”) in its entirety.

COVID-19 Information - March 27, 2021

The latest novel coronavirus numbers from the region, state and country.

Bonita 'Bonnie' Kay Willoughby

Born to Vera Loraine Leeling Wilson and Vernon Orval Wilson in Crawford, Nebraska, Bonita Kay joined her family on July 3, 1953, and left this world on March 20, 2021, in Sandpoint, Idaho.

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 16: Headlines from 3/24 thru 3/26

In this episode of the North Idaho Now Podcast, Josh McDonald and Madison Hardy go over the latest news coming out of the Coeur'd Alene/Post Falls Press, the Bonner County Daily Bee, the Bonners Ferry Herald, and the Shoshone News-Press from March 24 to 26.

COVID-19 Information - March 26, 2021

The latest novel coronavirus numbers from the region, state and country.

Will Rep. Scott stand up for our initiative rights?

Senate Bill 1110 is legislation that rewrites Idaho’s Constitution.

Springing forward and enjoying the wonders of the season

Spring is when you feel like whistling even with a shoe full of mud.

The legislative session that paused

The Idaho Legislature has recessed until April 6 due to a number of COVID-19 cases among legislators and staff.

This Week in History - March 25, 2021

This Week in History - March 25, 2021

Risch Reintroduces Bipartisan Bill to Boost R&D Grants

U.S. Senator Jim Risch (R-Idaho) reintroduced bipartisan legislation to improve underserved states’ ability to successfully compete for Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer awards.

Don't forget the outdoors during spring cleaning

Springtime is a time of renewal and for many, spring cleaning. Often overlooked, the areas around your home and property as well as outbuildings and outdoor furniture deserve a place on your spring cleaning list too.

Barajas commits to Ellsworth, thanks family, friends

Evan Barajas has committed to Ellsworth Community College and accepted a scholarship to continue competing in wrestling, now on a collegiate level.

Court records 03/19/21

Court Records 03/19/21

BFHS sports schedule March 25 - March 31

BFHS sports schedule March 25 - March 31

Tuesday's trouble - week 26

Tuesday's trouble - week 26

Duke's Claybusters - Camas Prairie finale

The finale of the Camas Prairie winter shoot was this last Friday, Saturday and Sunday in Walla Walla, WA. The Bonners Ferry High School Trap Team entered eight Duke’s Claybusters. Three adults entered as well.

Community calendar - March 25 - March 31

Community calendar - March 25 - March 31

From the Archives - March 25, 2021

From the Archives - March 25, 2021

Police Log 03/16-03/23

Police Log 03/16-03/23

DYW candidates ready for 2021 program

Set for April 24 at the Becker Auditorium, the theme of this year’s Distinguished Young Woman of Bonners Ferry program is “Believe.”

Annual Easter egg hunt back at rotary park

The pandemic may have put a damper on things last year, but not so in 2021. The Bonners Ferry Rotary Club is hosting the annual Easter egg hunt again, Saturday, April 3 at 11 a.m. at the parks and rec field of the Boundary County Fairgrounds. It’s recommended that you show up early, as the hunt will start promptly at 11 a.m. and it’s a quick turnaround; it’s usually over in about 15 minutes.

Sheriff's Log 03/16-03/23

Sheriff's Log 03/16-03/23

Life must be getting back to normal

Nice to see spring here and Americans getting out and shooting innocent people.

Getting the COVID-19 vaccination and what to expect

I didn’t know what to expect as I pulled into the parking lot of the makeshift Panhandle Health vaccination center in Sandpoint. As a fairly young, healthy adult who hasn’t had more than a tetanus shot vaccination since childhood, I was nervous, but found I really had no reason to be.

Legals for March, 25 2021

COVID-19 Information - March 25, 2021

The latest novel coronavirus numbers from the region, state and country.

Effective Immediately 16 and Older are Eligible for COVID-19 Vaccine

Individuals who are 16 years of age and older are eligible to get their COVID-19 vaccine now through enrolled providers within Kootenai, Bonner, Boundary, Benewah, and Shoshone counties.

Don't forget the outdoors during spring cleaning

Springtime is a time of renewal and for many, spring cleaning. Often overlooked, the areas around your home and property as well as outbuildings and outdoor furniture deserve a place on your spring cleaning list too.

BFHS sports schedule March 25 - March 31

BFHS sports schedule March 25 - March 31

Idahoans over age 16 can access vaccines starting April 5

Governor Brad Little announced his decision today to open up COVID-19 vaccine appointments to all Idahoans over age 16 starting April 5.

Community calendar - March 25 - March 31

Community calendar - March 25 - March 31

Police Log 03/16-03/23

Police Log 03/16-03/23

Sheriff's Log 03/16-03/23

Sheriff's Log 03/16-03/23

Getting the COVID-19 vaccination and what to expect

I didn’t know what to expect as I pulled into the parking lot of the makeshift Panhandle Health vaccination center in Sandpoint. As a fairly young, healthy adult who hasn’t had more than a tetanus shot vaccination since childhood, I was nervous, but found I really had no reason to be.

Annual Easter egg hunt back at Rotary Park

The pandemic may have put a damper on things last year, but not so in 2021. The Bonners Ferry Rotary Club is hosting the annual Easter egg hunt again, Saturday, April 3 at 11 a.m. at the parks and rec field of the Boundary County Fairgrounds. It’s recommended that you show up early, as the hunt will start promptly at 11 a.m. and it’s a quick turnaround; it’s usually over in about 15 minutes.

Grace Bible Fellowship 25th Annual Awana Grand Prix

Creativity and fun-loving competition were the name of the game as Grace Bible Fellowship and Springs of Living Water Free Methodist Awana clubbers took time out from memorizing and reciting bible verses, playing fast-action games and participating in Bible-based lessons to race their handcrafted pinewood creations.

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 15: Headlines from 3/20 thru 3/23

In this episode of the North Idaho Now Podcast, Chanse Watson and Madison Hardy go over the latest news coming out of the Coeur'd Alene/Post Falls Press, the Bonner County Daily Bee, the Bonners Ferry Herald, and the Shoshone News-Press from March 17 to 19.

Kim Patrick Smith, 71

Kim Patrick Smith, 71, passed away on Wednesday, March 10, 2021, at his home, with family by his side. He was born Sept. 2, 1949, in Iowa City, Iowa, the son of Norvin (Buzz) and Pat Smith.

From the Archives - March 25, 2021

From the Archives - March 25, 2021

Duke's Claybusters - Camas Prairie finale

The finale of the Camas Prairie winter shoot was this last Friday, Saturday and Sunday in Walla Walla, WA. The Bonners Ferry High School Trap Team entered eight Duke’s Claybusters. Three adults entered as well.

Timme sparkles, Gonzaga rolls past Oklahoma into Sweet 16

Gonzaga continued to roll behind a career-high 30 points and 13 rebounds from Drew Timme as the top-seeded Bulldogs beat No. 8 seed Oklahoma 87-71 on Monday in the second round of the NCAA Tournament.

BCSD announce top 10 graduating students

10 students were honored for being the top students in their graduating class, announced by the Boundary County School District.

Tuesday's trouble - week 26

Tuesday's trouble - week 26

Second Harvest will be at the fairgrounds on Friday, April 2

Second Harvest Inland Empire will be bringing their mobile truck full of food for residents of the county on Friday, April 2, from 11 a.m to 1 pm at the Boundary county fairgrounds.

Court records 03/19/21

Court Records 03/19/21

Risch Reintroduces Bipartisan Bill to Boost R&D Grants

U.S. Senator Jim Risch (R-Idaho) reintroduced bipartisan legislation to improve underserved states’ ability to successfully compete for Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer awards.

This Week in History - March 25, 2021

This Week in History - March 25, 2021

KVRI Grizzly Bear Sub-Committee Meeting Thursday

KVRI Grizzly Bear Sub-Committee Meeting scheduled for March 25, 2021 – 10:00 A.M.

March Madness takes over BCMS

Boundary County Middle School, kicked off their annual March Madness door and hall decorating contest that took place Wednesday, March 17.

Shirley Jane Hamilton, 83

Shirley Jane Hamilton, 83, passed away at her son’s house in Sagle, Idaho on Friday, January 29, 2021.

Gonzaga roll past Norfolk State 98-55 in NCAAs

Corey Kispert scored 15 of his 23 points by halftime and No. 1 overall seed Gonzaga rolled in its NCAA Tournament opener, beating Norfolk State 98-55 on Saturday night.

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 14: Headlines from 3/17 thru 3/19

In this episode of the North Idaho Now Podcast, Chanse Watson and Madison Hardy go over the latest news coming out of the Coeur'd Alene/Post Falls Press, the Bonner County Daily Bee, the Bonners Ferry Herald, and the Shoshone News-Press from March 17 to 19.

Idaho Legislature vote to shut down temporarily amid positive cases

The Idaho Legislature voted Friday to shut down for several weeks due to an outbreak of COVID-19.

NIC invests $8.1M in health science expansion

NIC approves $8.1 million building expansion

A symbol of strength and freedom

A spring scene as captured by local photographer Robert Kalberg.

Police Log 03/01-03/08

Police Log 03/01-03/08

Fulcher votes against background checks

This week, Congressman Fulcher continued his commitment to defend Idahoan’s Second Amendment rights by voting against H.R. 1446, the Enhanced Background Checks Act of 2021, and H.R. 8 the Bipartisan Background Checks Act.

Tuesday's Trouble - Week 25

Tuesday's Trouble - Week 25

Court Records 03/12/21

Court Records 03/12/21

People 55 and older with qualifying medical condition eligible for COVID-19 vaccine on Monday, March 15

Residents 55 years and older with a qualifying medical condition (Subgroup 3.1) are eligible to get their COVID-19 vaccine now. Appointments released by Panhandle Health District this Wednesday, March 17th, will be available to individuals 55 years and older regardless of medical conditions.

Sheriff's Log 03/08-03/15

Sheriff's Log 03/08-03/15

Police Log 03/01-03/15

Police Log 03/01-03/15

NE Productions Knows How to Snap Up the Spotlight

As a child, Nicole Espino watched her father work as a video editor, often falling asleep in his edit bay. She had no idea that someday she would follow in his footsteps. While she dabbled in it over the years, it wasn’t until she moved to Bonners Ferry that she decided to make it a career.

From the Archives - March 18, 2021

The little “knob,” at the base of the hill, south of Eatonville was used by local residents as a “camping” site. In 1891-92, the Great Northern Railway constructed a rail line between the hill and the small town of Eatonville, removing some of the “knob.” Alongside the tracks, the railroad had graded out a “work” road which the local people began to use.

This Week in History - March 18, 2021

100 Years Ago — The Spokane International Railroad cannot respect the wishes of every sheriff and constable along the line from Spokane to the Canadian border in the matter of having the train searched for liquor, according to statements made by E.S. McPherson, vice president of the railroad.

Great gray owl - the phantom of the north

Recently we had a visitor from the north, a great gray owl was spotted in Boundary County by several adventurous birders.

Albert L. Brackebusch

On March 8, 2021, Albert L. Brackebusch died peacefully at his home in Bonners Ferry.

Simpson's dam breaching plan opposed by many

Despite what some news stories have claimed, there is significant opposition to Rep. Mike Simpson’s dam breaching plan.

No story better than sensationalized headline

If that’s too long a headline, maybe no coverage would have been better.

Public will have to pay for road upgrades

I wonder what the results of the traffic study for the five acres of commercial development, 13 acres of housing on Elk Road in Moyie Springs were? Or if it was ever done?

Imagine Idaho working to help with internet connectivity

Much like the rest of rural America, Idaho faces connectivity, reliability, and affordability problems with broadband.

Speaker Bedke, my door is always open

Speaker Scott Bedke’s recent comments and questions about my concept to end the Northwest salmon, dam and energy wars caught my attention.

Nine teens to participate in 2021 DYW program

Nine of Bonners Ferry’s most outstanding junior girls will be given an opportunity to win scholarship money and prizes in this year’s annual Bonners Ferry Distinguished Young Women Scholarship Program.

Adventuring Into Spring

Spring scenes as captured by local photographer Robert Kalberg.

BFHS sports schedule March 18 - March 24

BFHS sports schedule March 18 - March 24

Community calendar - March 18 - March 24

Community calendar - March 18 - March 24

City council approves parklet pilot program

Council members gave City Administrator Lisa Ailport the thumbs up to start a parklet pilot program in the downtown district. The concept allows businesses to take over on-street parking along designated streets to accommodate outdoor seating.

Badger baseball on 3 game winning streak

Badger baseball started the spring season strong with three wins and one loss in two doubleheader nonconference matchups.

Masks help us protect our friends, neighbors

In the March 4, 2021, Bonners Ferry Herald, regarding mask burning, Heather Scott says, "Why should government doctors force us to wear face masks?" The answer is obvious - to help protect others.

Badger softball shakes off jitters, focused on improving

Girls baseball went 0-2 in a doubleheader against St. Maries on Saturday, March 13, learned a lot and were able to shake off first-game jitters.

Women History Month: Jean Landis, WWII pilot

Jean Landis as a child, dreamed of learning to fly, a not-so-easy task in the 1920s. Landis would eventually become a Women’s Air Force Service Pilot and one of World War II heroes.

Legals for March, 18 2021

City council approves parklet pilot program

Council members gave City Administrator Lisa Ailport the thumbs up to start a parklet pilot program in the downtown district. The concept allows businesses to take over on-street parking along designated streets to accommodate outdoor seating.

Community calendar - March 18 - March 24

Community calendar - March 18 - March 24

BFHS sports schedule March 18 - March 24

BFHS sports schedule March 18 - March 24

All Idahoans eligible for vaccine April 26

The plan beats President Biden's call to open eligibility by nearly a week.

This Week in History - March 18, 2021

100 Years Ago — The Spokane International Railroad cannot respect the wishes of every sheriff and constable along the line from Spokane to the Canadian border in the matter of having the train searched for liquor, according to statements made by E.S. McPherson, vice president of the railroad.

From the Archives - March 18, 2021

The little “knob,” at the base of the hill, south of Eatonville was used by local residents as a “camping” site. In 1891-92, the Great Northern Railway constructed a rail line between the hill and the small town of Eatonville, removing some of the “knob.” Alongside the tracks, the railroad had graded out a “work” road which the local people began to use.

NE Productions Knows How to Snap Up the Spotlight

As a child, Nicole Espino watched her father work as a video editor, often falling asleep in his edit bay. She had no idea that someday she would follow in his footsteps. While she dabbled in it over the years, it wasn’t until she moved to Bonners Ferry that she decided to make it a career.

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 13: Headlines from 3/13 thru 3/16

In this episode of the North Idaho Now Podcast, Chanse Watson and Josh McDonald go over the latest news coming out of the Coeur'd Alene/Post Falls Press, the Bonner County Daily Bee, and the Shoshone News-Press from March 13 to 16.

Karen Nadine (Wallace) MacDonald, 79

On February 28, 2021, our world lost Karen Nadine (Wallace) MacDonald, a truly beautiful soul.

Gov. Little signs bill investing in outdoor recreation and state parks

Governor Brad Little signed House Bill 204 into law today, the second of his “Building Idaho’s Future” bills that make strategic investments in critical state priorities.

Police Log 03/01-03/15

Police Log 03/01-03/15

Sheriff's Log 03/08-03/15

Sheriff's Log 03/08-03/15

1 dead, 2 held in shooting near Boise State University

Fatal shooting on the campus of Boise State University

People 55 and older with qualifying medical condition eligible for COVID-19 vaccine on Monday, March 15

Residents 55 years and older with a qualifying medical condition (Subgroup 3.1) are eligible to get their COVID-19 vaccine now. Appointments released by Panhandle Health District this Wednesday, March 17th, will be available to individuals 55 years and older regardless of medical conditions.

Court Records 03/12/21

Court Records 03/12/21

Tuesday's Trouble - Week 25

Tuesday's Trouble - Week 25

Fulcher Votes Against Background Checks

This week, Congressman Fulcher continued his commitment to defend Idahoan’s Second Amendment rights by voting against H.R. 1446, the Enhanced Background Checks Act of 2021, and H.R. 8 the Bipartisan Background Checks Act.

Valley View Elementary raises nearly $4K

Valley View Elementary students rallied to raise $ 3,884.95 for the American Heart Association through their fundraising program, Kids Heart Challenge.

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 12: Headlines from 3/10 thru 3/12

In this episode of the North Idaho Now Podcast, Chanse Watson and Rachel Sun go over the latest news coming out of the Coeur'd Alene/Post Falls Press, the Bonner County Daily Bee, the Bonners Ferry Herald, and the Shoshone News-Press from March 10 to 12.

Tax relief proposal advances in Idaho legislature

Rep. Steven Harris (R-Meridian) spoke to Idaho’s House Revenue & Taxation Committee — which he chairs — to discuss the tax-cut bill on Friday, March 12, 2021.

All Five PHD Counties Move to Yellow Risk Category

In accordance with the regional COVID-19 gating criteria, all five counties that the Panhandle Health District (PHD) serves have moved to the yellow risk category. Kootenai, Bonner, Boundary, Benewah, and Shoshone counties all moved into the yellow category on Thursday, March 11.

Congressman Fulcher Opposes Yesterday’s “Relief” Package

Labeled by Senate Democrat Leadership as “one of the most progressive pieces of legislation in decades,” the “COVID-19 relief” legislation passed on a party-line vote through House on February 27th, then through the Senate on March 6th, and again, passed on party lines in the House today-- now going on to President Biden’s desk to be signed into law.

Spring Sunset

Spring scenes as captured by local photographer Robert Kalberg.

Spring arrives in Boundary County

Spring scenes as captured by local photographer Robert Kalberg.

BFHS Sports Schedule March 11 - March 17

BFHS Sports Schedule March 11 - March 17

Middle School Band Makes Beautiful Music

Boundary County Middle School students performed their first concert of the year on Tuesday night. Not only was it the first of the year, but for many of the students it was their first concert ever. However, there didn’t seem to be any nerves on display as all the students rose to the occasion.

Innovia Foundation Annual Photo Contest: Reimagining Our Communities is Open

Innovia Foundation announces the opening of the second Annual Photo Contest: Reimagining Our Communities. We are seeking photographs to help tell the story of our region’s beauty and resiliency in the face of this year’s unprecedented challenges.

Idaho National Guard release preliminary results for Feb. 2 helicopter crash

The Idaho National Guard announced the preliminary results of the U.S. Army Combat Readiness Center’s investigation into the Feb. 2 UH-60 Black Hawk mishap that resulted in the death of three Idaho Army National Guard aviators.

Love affair with mud season

Ah, mud season!

Tuesday's Trouble - Week 24

Tuesday's Trouble - Week 24

Sheriff's Log 03/01-03/08

Sheriff's Log 03/01-03/08

Court Records 03/05/21

Court Records 03/05/21

Enrolled Vaccine Providers Encourage 65 and Older to Schedule Appointment

Enrolled COVID-19 vaccine providers are encouraging those 65 and older to schedule their vaccine appointment. According to the Idaho Department of Health & Welfare (IDHW) there are approximately 51,000 individuals in the Panhandle Health District (PHD) who are age 65 and over and 47% have received their first dose of COVID-19 vaccine.

Registration Open for Baseball and Softball

Spring is nearly upon us — a time to enjoy the sun and warmer weather. With it comes spring and summer activities for local kids. Boundary County Parks and Rec is a big part of that, and now is the time to get your kids signed up for baseball and softball. Parents are encouraged to volunteer as well.

Cavender, Hale recognized for work at Naples Elementary

Naples Elementary has awarded two employees the honor of employee of the month for helping to keep the school open during a tumultuous year.

BFHS boys basketball loses two at state

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Farmers Market vendor meeting on March 13 [brief]

The Farmers Market spring vendor meeting will be held on Saturday, March 13, at the University of Idaho Agricultural Extension Building located at 6447 Kootenai St. Bonners Ferr, Id.

North Idaho sex offender fugitive caught in Florida

Philip Jenison fled Idaho 21 years ago

North Idaho sex offender fugitive caught in Florida

Fulcher Introduces Amendment to PRO Act

Congressman Russ Fulcher submitted an amendment to H.R. 842, the Protecting the Right to Organize (PRO) Act. Currently, union elections can be delayed due to lawsuits, and those frivolous lawsuits keep dangerous union bosses in business. Congressman Fulcher’s amendment would require an election for union leadership to occur as scheduled, regardless of a union’s attempts to delay it with a lawsuit. Congressman Fulcher spoke on the House floor this afternoon in opposition to the overall bill.

Boys basketball make state tournament after 13-year drought

The boys basketball team was relentless in pursuing hardware and did well this season, competing in the 2021 IDHSAA state championship, the first time in 13 years.

Kootenai Valley Resource Initiative meeting March 15

Kootenai Valley Resource Initiative meeting March 15

Urge elected officials to step up, protect our freedoms

The Idaho Legislature has just finished our eighth week in session and unfortunately there hasn’t been a lot of wins for the people.

Preschool Development Grant Set to Help Areas Like Boundary County

The Idaho Association for the Education of Young Childrenhas released the results of a Idaho Preschool Development Grant Birth-Age 5 Needs Assessment. The assessment is designed to help Idaho policymakers, administrators and stakeholders understand early learning needs for families and children in Idaho. The AEYC also announced the renewal of the federal PDG totalling $6 million per year for the next three years, which will be used to help address some of those challenges.

John Kresal, 86

John Kresal made his journey to heaven on Feb. 23, 2021, from his home in Moyie Springs, Idaho. He was 86 years old.

Beverly Jane Eby, 86

Beverly Jane Eby, 86, of Moyie Springs, Idaho, previously of Libby, Montana, passed away on Feb. 22, 2021, in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.

Linda Emily Lopez

On Thursday, March 4, 2021, our Mom, Linda Emily Lopez, received her wings.

Help the Hospital by Satisfying Your Sweet Tooth

The Boundary Community Hospital Auxiliary is ready for their big annual fundraiser, and it’s a sweet one. On Friday, March 12, from 9 a.m. to noon at the VFW Hall on Lincoln Street they will be selling a variety of pies and desserts.

Robert Wilson Gough, 83

Robert Wilson Gough, 83, of Bonners Ferry, Idaho, died Wednesday, March 3, 2021.

Thomas R. Broderick, 85

Thomas R. Broderick of Bonners Ferry, Idaho, passed away peacefully on February 24, 2021.

Duke's Claybusters - Finals

Bonners Ferry High School Trap team “Duke’s Claybusters” are champions for the second year.

From the Archives - March 11, 2021

Pictured above, a prescription written on March 15, 1917, by Dr. Fry for George Causton's horse.

This Week in History - March 11, 2021

Boundary County's people, places and events — as shared by the Boundary County Museum.

Sighting a mountain lion is a rare and unexpected event

The mountain lion (puma concolor), also known as the cougar, puma, deer tiger, and panther is the most widely distributed cat in the Americas.

School levy passes on second try

The maintenance and operation levy passed on March 9 after initially failing to garner enough support in November.

Calendar - March 11 - March 17

Calendar - March 11 - March 17

Legals for March, 11 2021

Middle School Band Makes Beautiful Music

Boundary County Middle School students performed their first concert of the year on Tuesday night. Not only was it the first of the year, but for many of the students it was their first concert ever. However, there didn’t seem to be any nerves on display as all the students rose to the occasion.

BFHS Sports Schedule March 11 - March 17

BFHS Sports Schedule March 11 - March 17

Calendar - March 11 - March 17

Calendar - March 11 - March 17

Duke's Claybusters - Finals

Bonners Ferry High School Trap team “Duke’s Claybusters” are champions for the second year.

Help the Hospital by Satisfying Your Sweet Tooth

The Boundary Community Hospital Auxiliary is ready for their big annual fundraiser, and it’s a sweet one. On Friday, March 12, from 9 a.m. to noon at the VFW Hall on Lincoln Street they will be selling a variety of pies and desserts.

Preschool Development Grant Set to Help Areas Like Boundary County

The Idaho Association for the Education of Young Childrenhas released the results of a Idaho Preschool Development Grant Birth-Age 5 Needs Assessment. The assessment is designed to help Idaho policymakers, administrators and stakeholders understand early learning needs for families and children in Idaho. The AEYC also announced the renewal of the federal PDG totalling $6 million per year for the next three years, which will be used to help address some of those challenges.

Fulcher Introduces Amendment to PRO Act

Congressman Russ Fulcher submitted an amendment to H.R. 842, the Protecting the Right to Organize (PRO) Act. Currently, union elections can be delayed due to lawsuits, and those frivolous lawsuits keep dangerous union bosses in business. Congressman Fulcher’s amendment would require an election for union leadership to occur as scheduled, regardless of a union’s attempts to delay it with a lawsuit. Congressman Fulcher spoke on the House floor this afternoon in opposition to the overall bill.

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 11: Headlines from 3/6 thru 3/9

In this episode of the North Idaho Now Podcast, Chanse Watson and Josh McDonald go over the latest news coming out of the Coeur d'Alene/Post Falls Press, the Bonner County Daily Bee, and the Shoshone News-Press from March 6 to 9.

Tuesday's Trouble - Week 24

Tuesday's Trouble - Week 24

North Idaho sex offender fugitive caught in Florida

Philip Jenison fled Idaho 21 years ago

North Idaho sex offender fugitive caught in Florida

Man arrested in child enticement case

Bonner County Sheriff's Office have arrested an Idaho man in connection to a child enticement case.

Critters of North Idaho: Black-Chinned Hummingbird

Birds literally come in all shapes and sizes. The largest birds to ever exist

Rambo takes the stand

The accused Fourth of July shooter took the stand Monday.

Police Log 03/01-03/08

Police Log 03/01-03/08

Sheriff's Log 03/01-03/08

Sheriff's Log 03/01-03/08

Farmers Market vendor meeting on March 13

The Farmers Market spring vendor meeting will be held on Saturday, March 13, at the University of Idaho Agricultural Extension Building located at 6447 Kootenai St. Bonners Ferr, Id.

COVID-19 Information - March 9, 2021

The latest novel coronavirus numbers from the region, state and country.

Cavender, Hale recognized for work at Naples Elementary

Naples Elementary has awarded two employees the honor of employee of the month for helping to keep the school open during a tumultuous year.

Cavender, Hale recognized for work at Naples Elementary

Naples Elementary has awarded two employees the honor of employee of the month for helping to keep the school open during a tumultuous year.

Court Records 03/05/21

Court Records 03/05/21

Enrolled Vaccine Providers Encourage 65 and Older to Schedule Appointment

Enrolled COVID-19 vaccine providers are encouraging those 65 and older to schedule their vaccine appointment. According to the Idaho Department of Health & Welfare (IDHW) there are approximately 51,000 individuals in the Panhandle Health District (PHD) who are age 65 and over and 47% have received their first dose of COVID-19 vaccine.

COVID-19 Information - March 7, 2021

The latest novel coronavirus numbers from the region, state and country.

COVID-19 Information - March 6, 2021

The latest novel coronavirus numbers from the region, state and country.

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 10: Headlines from 3/3 thru 3/5

In this episode of the North Idaho Now Podcast, Chanse Watson and Madison Hardy go over the latest news coming out of the Coeur'd Alene/Post Falls Press, the Bonner County Daily Bee, the Bonners Ferry Herald, and the Shoshone News-Press from March 3 to 5.

Idaho National Guard release preliminary results for Feb. 2 helicopter crash

The Idaho National Guard announced the preliminary results of the U.S. Army Combat Readiness Center’s investigation into the Feb. 2 UH-60 Black Hawk mishap that resulted in the death of three Idaho Army National Guard aviators.

COVID-19 pre-registration now open

Under Governor Brad Little’s direction, the State of Idaho created a new COVID-19 vaccine appointment pre-registration solution to help alleviate the frustration of many Idahoans in trying to make an appointment to get the vaccine.

COVID-19 Information - March 5, 2021

The latest novel coronavirus numbers from the region, state and country.

Community Calendar - March 4 - March 10

Community Calendar - March 4 - March 10

Shear Shack Hopes to Make the Cut in Bonners Ferry

As a second-generation barber, cutting hair is in Katrina Worrell’s blood.

Trust but verify with all local issues, boards

I suggest local, freedom-loving citizens rally and focus on local government and local issues. Here, we can be heard, take a stand, and make a difference.

Badger's cheer team is busy, places in state competition

The Badgers cheer team is sending four cheerleaders to the state competition on March 19 at the Idaho Ford Center in Nampa.

City Council Creates New Position for Municipal Pool

City Administrator Lisa Ailport asked the council to consider a new position at the city municipal pool. Previously, there has only been a head lifeguard position, with administrative duties and tasks performed by other city employees and/or departments. Ailport proposed creating a new position of pool manager.

Timmothy Eugene 'Buddy' Jones (Timmothy Stuber), 19

Timmothy Eugene "Buddy" Jones (Timmothy Stuber), 19, of Bonners Ferry, Idaho, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, Feb. 21, 2021, in Steamboat Springs, Colorado.

We will continue to fight for what's right

Their side calls for unity but what they really want is for you to see things their way. Not a chance!

Signs of the times

Maybe you have seen some unusual signs in the windows and yards of Boundary County residents and wondered what they mean.

Vote no on the BCSD101 M&O levy

It is vitally important to get out and vote no on March 9.

Vote no on school district's levy

The “uninformed” people have voted no in a valid uncontested election. Vote no on March 9 and pass the word.

Richards wins state wrestling title

BFHS state wrestling story

Duke's Claybusters - Week 7 and 8

Duke's Claybusters - Week 7 and 8

Bonners Ferry outlines drinking water quality

Recently published information regarding the city of Bonners Ferry drinking water quality and safety needs to be addressed so that customers understand the facts about the water that they drink.

Karen Tice

Karen Tice of Bonners Ferry, Idaho, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family to be with her Lord on February 7, 2021.

Statewide mask burning organized for March 6

In a Facebook post by Rep. Heather Scott (R-Blanchard), she is promoting a statewide face mask burning event on Saturday, March 6, occurring throughout the state in many cities.

Police Log 02/25-03/01

Police Log 02/25-03/01

Sheriff’s Log 02/25-03/01

Sheriff’s Log 02/25-03/01

Capitol Police confirm Fulcher not under investigation

The record has been set straight after weeks of rumors circulating through the press on an alleged investigation into Rep. Russ Fulcher. Yesterday, the Capitol Police Chief of Staff sent a letter to Congressman Fulcher’s Chief of Staff Cliff Bayer confirming there is no investigation into the congressman.

Light up community and support BCSD levy

Boundary County, please join me in lighting up our community by voting yes Tuesday, March 9.

Court Records 02/26/21

Court Records 02/26/21

Tuesday's Trouble - Week 23

Tuesday's Trouble - Week 23

Where did the money come from?

A major task each legislative session is creating and approving a plan for how we will spend our state tax dollars in the upcoming year.

Melvin E. Saul

Melvin E. Saul, passed away at his home on Feb. 21, 2021.

Soaring into spring

Spring scenes as captured by local photographer Robert Kalberg.

The adaptable and cunning red fox

While red foxes may appear “sneaky” or “clever,” it may just be humans not understanding their shy and nervous habits.

This Week in History - March 4, 2021

Boundary County's people, places and events — as shared by the Boundary County Museum.

From the Archives - March 4, 2021

John H. (Bud) Bardsley and his wife Monda built a service station near Herman Lake on the old Highway 2

BFHS sports schedule 03/04 - 03/10

BFHS sports schedule 03/04 - 03/10

Legals for March, 4 2021

COVID-19 Information - March 4, 2021

The latest novel coronavirus numbers from the region, state and country.

City Council Creates New Position for Municipal Pool

City Administrator Lisa Ailport asked the council to consider a new position at the city municipal pool. Previously, there has only been a head lifeguard position, with administrative duties and tasks performed by other city employees and/or departments. Ailport proposed creating a new position of pool manager.

Registration Open for Baseball and Softball

Spring is nearly upon us — a time to enjoy the sun and warmer weather. With it comes spring and summer activities for local kids. Boundary County Parks and Rec is a big part of that, and now is the time to get your kids signed up for baseball and softball. Parents are encouraged to volunteer as well.

BFHS sports schedule 03/04 - 03/10

BFHS sports schedule 03/04 - 03/10

Shear Shack Hopes to Make the Cut in Bonners Ferry

As a second-generation barber, cutting hair is in Katrina Worrell’s blood.

Community Calendar - March 4 - March 10

Community Calendar - March 4 - March 10

Duke's Claybusters - Week 7 and 8

Duke's Claybusters - Week 7 and 8

Police Log 02/25-03/01

Police Log 02/25-03/01

Sheriff’s Log 02/25-03/01

Sheriff’s Log 02/25-03/01

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 9: Headlines for 2/27 thru 3/2

In this episode of the North Idaho Now podcast, Chanse Watson and Josh McDonald go over the latest news coming out of the Coeur d'Alene/Post Falls Press, the Bonner County Daily Bee, and the Shoshone News-Press from Feb. 27 to March 3.

Capitol Police Confirm Fulcher NOT Under Investigation

The record has been set straight after weeks of rumors circulating through the press on an alleged investigation into Congressman Fulcher. Yesterday, the Capitol Police Chief of Staff sent a letter to Congressman Fulcher’s Chief of Staff Cliff Bayer confirming there is no investigation into the Congressman.

Innovia Foundation Annual Photo Contest: Reimagining Our Communities is Open

Innovia Foundation announces the opening of the second Annual Photo Contest: Reimagining Our Communities. We are seeking photographs to help tell the story of our region’s beauty and resiliency in the face of this year’s unprecedented challenges.

Law Enforcement receive ballistics equipment, aims to connect criminals to weapon

Boundary County Sheriff’s Office received a Project Safe Neighborhood grant through the University of Idaho. The grant award will allow the Sheriff’s Office to test fire weapons that may have been involved in a crime.

Boys basketball has their eyes on the prize

Boys basketball won 74-69 against Weiser. Bonners Ferry boys basketball (11-8) won 74-69 against Weiser and will play at state against Teton (18-4) on Thursday at 1 p.m. PST at Columbia High School in Nampa.

Court Records 02/26/21

Court Records 02/26/21

Tuesday's Trouble - Week 23

Tuesday's Trouble - Week 23

Our Maintenance and Operation (M&O) Levy is Focused on Learning

There is an important Maintenance and Operations (M&O) Levy Election on Tuesday, March 9, 2021.