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BCSD zone 5 candidate forum summary

Boundary County School Board Zone 5 candidates Teresa Rae and David Wilson shared their views on a variety of issues at a question-and-answer forum Thursday with topics ranging from education and curriculum to COVID-19 guidelines and proposed district bond.

NIN Episode 78: Headlines from 10/26 thru 10/29 and Interview with Kootenai County Clerk Jim Brannon and Chief Deputy Clerk Jennifer Locke

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 Oct. 27-29.

NIN Episode 78: Headlines from 10/26 thru 10/29 and Interview with Kootenai County Clerk Jim Brannon and Chief Deputy Clerk Jennifer Locke

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 Oct. 27-29.

Legislators gear up for special session

Vaccine mandates and an ethics complaint main discussion topics

BCSO announces Halloween weekend patrols

The effort is part of a program aimed to reduce traffic related injuries and deaths

North Idaho remains COVID hot spot

Nearly 100 coronavirus-related deaths in last 2 1/2 weeks

COVID rise in North Idaho raises alarms

Library board declares trustee vacancy

Due to the untimely death of Judith Mace on Oct. 3, the Boundary County Library Board has declared a trustee vacancy for Zone 5 at its Oct. 21 meeting.

Bulldozer heist not a joyride

Allen James Funkhouser, 30, was found to have probable cause in the theft of a bulldozer in July.

Bonners Ferry wrestling club at NIWL Oct. 23

Bonners Ferry High School hosted the first North Idaho Wrestling League tournament of the season last Saturday Oct. 23.

Badgers lose in upset against Timberlake 24-19

BONNERS FERRY — Badger Football started off strong against Timberlake and fought to finish their season losing 24-19.

BFHS sports schedule - 10/28 - 11/03

BFHS sports schedule - 10/28 - 11/03

Group holding bake sale Saturday

Second Chance Animal Shelter is holding its annual bake sale on Saturday, Oct. 30.

Susan Weed

Susan Weed is seeking a seat on the Boundary County School Board, Zone 2.

Robert Lavala

Robert Lavala is seeking a seat on the Bonners Ferry City Council.

Brion Poston

Brion Poston is seeking a seat on the Bonners Ferry City Council.

David Wilson

David Wilson is seeking the Boundary County School District, Zone 5 seat.

Mary Fioravanti

Mary Fioravanti is seeking the Boundary County School Board Zone 2 seat.

Teresa Rae

Teresa Rae is seeking Boundary County School District Zone 5 seat.

Eugene Leslie Harms, 89

Eugene Leslie Harms, 89, passed away on October 25, 2021.

Muriel June (Rediske) Mullen, 100

Muriel June (Rediske) Mullen passed away on Tuesday, Oct. 19, 2021.

All polls to be open on Election Day

Polls will be open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Does Polly want a cracker?

I like dogs. They’re loyal, smart and good companions.

Vote Priscilla Giddings for lieutenant governor

A strict defender for our Constitution

Lavala is a common sense pick for council

Being native Idahoans, yet not living in Bonners Ferry, we are unable to cast our vote for Robert Lavala whom we know will be a perfect fit for Bonners Ferry City Council.

The left are the true fascists

It troubles me greatly to have a man call others and me fascist just for supporting a candidate.

Athlete of the Week for Oct. 24-30

Athlete of the week Sierra Petesch.

XC at Districts and on to state

It couldn’t have gone better for the Bonners Ferry Badgers cross country team at the recent district competition.

Community calendar - Oct. 28 to Nov. 3

Community calendar - October 28 to November 3

Mountain Traders brings past into the present

The moment you walk in the doors, it feels as if you’ve taken a step back in time to the gold rush and early logging days of turn-of-the-century North Idaho. And that’s just the way that Mountain Traders owners Todd and Heather Koeppel want it.

Tuesday's trouble - week 6, 2021-22

Tuesday's trouble - week 6, 2021-22

Shane R. Dodge, 78

Shane R. Dodge passed away in his home on September 29, 2021.

BCSD lack of Title I funding

Boundary County School District Superintendent Jan Bayer is warning that Tile I funds will no longer sustain the district in the next year.

Suspect in carjackings detained after foot chase

Matthew Colin Henslee waived his right to a preliminary hearing on Wednesday. He is being held on a $10,000 bond.

Police log - 10/19 - 10/26

Police log - 10/19 - 10/26

Sheriff's log - 10/19 - 10/26

Sheriff's log - 10/19 - 10/26

BCSD STRAP and Sub update

Boundary County School District has been able to fill several staff positions, thanks to the School to Registered Apprentice Program.

Month calls attention to domestic violence awareness

Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) was launched nationwide in Oct. 1987 as a way to unite and connect individuals and organizations working against domestic violence issues all while raising awareness for those issues.

Zone 5 Candidate Forum Back on

Boundary County School District candidate forum back on for trustee Zone 5 (Naples) candidates Oct. 28, 5 p.m. at Naples Elementary School.

Rev. Steven P. Robins, 69

The Rev. Steven P. Robins, 69, passed on Oct. 22, 2021.

BRIEF: SCAA annual Halloween fundraiser

BRIEF: SCAA annual Halloween fundraiser

Salmonella outbreak linked to Idaho farm

The FDA, along with CDC and state and local partners, is investigating a multistate outbreak of Salmonella Oranienburg infections linked to whole, fresh onions. FDA’s traceback investigation is ongoing but has identified ProSource Produce, LLC (also known as ProSource Inc.) of Hailey, Idaho, and Keeler Family Farms of Deming, New Mexico, as suppliers of potentially contaminated whole, fresh onions imported from the State of Chihuahua, Mexico.

Court records - 10/22/21

Court records - 10/22/21

Red Cross experiencing record blood donation shortages

The American Red Cross continues to experience an emergency blood shortage that has caused the blood supply to drop to the lowest post-summer level in at least six years.

From the archives - October 28, 2021

From the archives - October 28, 2021

This week in history - October 28, 2021

This week in history - October 28, 2021

'Swan Song' to premiere at Pearl on Oct. 29

The comedy/drama deals with mortality, of finding peace in the face of adversity

Gov. Little proclaims October Idaho Health Care Worker Appreciation Month

Governor Brad Little has proclaimed the month of October “Idaho Health Care Worker Appreciation Month,” encouraging all Idahoans to seek out the health care workers in their lives and communities and show their respect, appreciation and support for the sacrifices health care workers are making to get us through an unprecedented public health crisis.

Legals for October, 28 2021

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 77: Headlines from 10/23 thru 10/26

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 Oct. 23-26.

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 76: Headlines from 10/20 thru 10/22

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 Oct. 20-22.

Zone 5 Candidate Forum Back on

Boundary County School District candidate forum back on for trustee Zone 5 (Naples) candidates Oct. 28, 5 p.m. at Naples Elementary School.

Tuesday's trouble - Week 5, 2021-22

Tuesday's trouble - Week 5, 2021-22

COVID-19 Information - Oct. 21, 2021

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

Do claims of fascism sound familiar? They should

Fascism is a word we heard a lot in the last year.

BFHS sports schedule - 10/21 - 10/27

BFHS sports schedule - 10/21 - 10/27

BTAA hosts online auction to raise money for local animals

Sit. Stay. Give. Online silent auction to raise money for local animals

BCSD candidate forum canceled

The Bonner County School District candidate forum scheduled for Oct. 26 has been canceled due to two candidates unable to attend, said Superintendent Jan Bayer.

Community calendar - Oct. 21 to Oct. 27

Community calendar - Oct. 21 to Oct. 27

Court records - 10/15/21

Court records - 10/15/21

Behavioral Health launches survey to determine how Idahoans are faring in pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted economies, businesses, schools, healthcare services and the lives of Idahoans throughout the state. The Division of Behavioral Health in the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare is conducting an anonymous statewide survey to better understand how attitudes, needs and behaviors of Idahoans have continued to evolve in relation to the pandemic.

From the archives - October 21, 2021

From the archives - October 21, 2021

This week in history - October 21, 2021

This week in history - October 21, 2021

Fioravanti for BCSD trustee zone 2

Mary Fioravanti is running for the trustee seat for Zone 2 (Moyie Springs) of Boundary County School District.

City council candidates questionnaires needed

City council candidates must turn in a candidate questionnaire in order to participate in Bonners Ferry Herald's upcoming voter guide.

Man sentenced in assault, grand theft cases

Joshua Christopher Gervasi, 28, is sentenced to up to 10 years for grand theft and aggravated assault charges.

Wilson for BCSD zone 5

David Wilson of Naples is running for Boundary County School District trustee for the Naples area’s Zone 5.

Badger football crushes Spartans Homecoming

Bonners Ferry football crushed Priest River last Friday 41-0, spoiling the Spartans’ Homecoming.

XC pre-district update

The Bonners Ferry cross country team will compete in the 3A District 1 championships at 1 p.m. Thursday at Priest River High.

Family dedicated to community, country

Veterans' stories sought for tribute

Send in your stories and photos

Boys soccer in first round of state

The Badgers boys soccer team will play Sugar-Salem in the first round of the 3A state tournament today after falling just short in the district title game last weekend.

An Idaho-style alternative to Biden's 30 by 30 initiative

As Idahoans, we have a stronger incentive than anyone to preserve, maintain and enhance the land we call home.

Electrical work for Riverside Road project on temporary hold

City engineer Mike Klaus presented a plan to convert sections of overhead power on Riverside Road to underground in April 2022 at Tuesday’s city council meeting.

Seen 'n' Heard - Oct. 21, 2021

Send in Seen 'n' Heard items to news@bonnersferryherald.com

Volley for a Cure

BFHS Badgers decked out in pink to Volley for the Cure on Oct. 7.

Girl's soccer finished 3rd at districts

The Badgers girls soccer finishes third in district and will not be going to state this year.

Milton C. Schauble, 96

Milton Schauble passed away on October 10, 2021.

Donald Frank Farrar Jr., 64

Donald Frank Farrar Jr. passed away on October 8, 2021.

Lois Ann Butler Amoth

Lois Ann Butler Amoth passed away on October 16, 2021.

Athlete of the week for 10.18-10.22

Marisa Shottanana-Ponce named athlete of the week.

Sheriff's log - 10/12 - 10/19

Sheriff's log - 10/12 - 10/19

Police log - 10/12 - 10/19

Police log - 10/12 - 10/19

Legals for October, 21 2021

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 75: Headlines from 10/16 thru 10/19

In this episode of the North Idaho Now Podcast, Chanse Watson, Josh McDonald, and Chelsea Newby 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 Oct. 16-19.

VIDEO: Nick Rolovich out as WSU football head coach

Rolovich applied for a religious exemption from Governor Jay Inslee’s mandate where all state employees must get vaccinated for COVID-19.

Donald Farrell, 89

Donald Farrell, 89, passed away on October 13, 2021.

Thomas Peyton, 81

Thomas Peyton, 81, passed away October 14, 2021.

Motorcyclist killed in collision

The collision occurred at 1:30 p.m. on U.S. 95 at Selle Road in Bonner County.

Russell Jay Mock, 61

Russell Jay Mock, 61, passed away on Sunday, October 3, 2021.

North Idaho Now Episode 74: Headlines from 10/13 thru 10/15

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 Oct. 13-15.

Shane R. Dodge, 78

Shane R. Dodge passed away on September 29, 2021.

Judith Lynn Mace, 74

Judith Lynn Mace, 74, passed away on Sunday, October 3, 2021.

Donald 'King' Kayser

Donald “King” Kayser passed away on September 23, 2021.

Ron Smith is running for reelection

Ron Smith is running for reelection for his seat on the Bonners Ferry City Council.

Juliana Marie (Nelson) Parker, 82

Juliana Marie (Nelson) Parker, 82, passed away on Oct 8, 2021.

BFHS 2021 homecoming actvities

Homecoming activities started out with a bang with the parade downtown last Friday.

BCSD looking to expand sub pool

Boundary County School Board is looking at ways to expand its pool of paraprofessionals and substitute teachers.

Veterans stories are sought

Stories can be submitted through Oct. 22

Bonners Ferry boys, girls soccer will play for state berths on Friday

Soccer teams to play for state berths on Friday

Badgers do well at Inland Empire Challenge

The Badgers posted strong times in both the varsity and junior varsity races.

CBP expands facial comparison technology to Eastport

'Simplified Arrival' is uses facial biometrics to automate the manual document checks that are already required for admission into the U.S.

COVID-19 Information - Oct. 14, 2021

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

Badgers drop tough loss to Kellogg

BONNERS FERRY — Badger Homecoming started out strong against Kellogg Wildcats with a touchout in the first few minutes, but came up short in the fourth quarter, losing 13-18. Badger defense held the Wildcats back in the third quarter with no points scored for either team. Quarterback Teigan Banning made some difficult passes in the fourth quarter to get the Badgers to the end zone. Last minutes of the fourth quarter the Badgers made up ground and inched towards the end zone. With 0.5 seconds left Badgers were unable to keep Kellogg from stripping the ball at the end zone.

Police log - 10/05 - 10/12

Police log - 10/05 - 10/12

Sheriff's log - 10/05 - 10/12

Sheriff's log - 10/05 - 10/12

From the archives - October 14, 2021

From the archives - October 14, 2021

This week in history - October 14, 2021

This week in history - October 14, 2021

PHD warns of HABs in area lakes

Panhandle Health District, the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality and the Coeur d’Alene Tribe have issued a public health advisory for Black Lake,Cave Lake and Hauser Lake in Kootenai County. They are urging the public to use caution when recreating in or near the water, especially where ingestion is a risk.

Court records - 10/08/21

Court records - 10/08/21

School News - Oct. 14, 2021

School and academic honors celebrated

Downtown moments

Great photos shared by community photographers.

'Impossible Open' caps Mirror Lake Golf Ladies' season

Winners of the Impossible Open and the club champion were announced Oct. 6

Proposed ambulance district levy proves local matters

Boise legislators are sitting on a mountain of money.

Elks Foundation grant helps BCH add physical therapy techniques

Boundary Community Hospital Rehabilitation Services serves many patients with diverse physical needs.

It's official: 'Big Lie' is a big bust in Idaho

Officials only found a roughly 0.1% margin of error across the three counties where the recount was done — Bonner, Butte and Camas.

KVRI Board Meeting Oct. 18

KVRI will meet in person and via Zoom on Oct. 18

ITD takes national title at Snow & Ice event

Competing against the top operators from the region and the country, the four-person team from the Idaho Transportation Department won the national team title at the 2021 Western Snow & Ice Conference in Colorado on September 29.

Juniors win all at powderpuff football

Juniors take all at powderpuff football with seniors coming in second, sophomore and freshman trying for third.

BFHS sports schedule - 10/14 - 10/20

BFHS sports schedule - 10/14 - 10/20

Rose (Toews) Wiebe, 93

Rose (Toews) Wiebe passed away on October 2, 2021.

Tax hikes violate Biden promise and reverse 2017 tax cut progress

The vast majority of the Republican tax cuts went to small businesses and individuals

Lavala, Fioravanti best candidates for respective seats

There is a “Meet the Candidates” event at BFHS on Oct. 26 at 7 p.m.

Winners of HMVFA 2021 fundraiser announced

Hall Mountain Volunteer Fire Association has announced the winners of its recent fundraiser.

Tuesday's trouble - week 4, 2021-22

Tuesday's trouble - week 4, 2021-22

Community calendar - Oct. 14 to Oct. 20

Community calendar - Oct. 14 to Oct. 20

Legals for October, 14 2021

Benzo sought on first-degree murder charge

Eric Benzo is sought for first-degree murder.

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 73: Headlines from 10/9 thru 10/12

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 Oct. 9-12.

Cecil Lyle Holmes

Cecil Lyle Holmes passed away on Sunday, October 3, 2021.

Purely Wild Photography captures special moments

Studio plans grand opening on Oct. 29.

Northern Lights visible across North Idaho, Eastern Washington

Solar storms that interact with Earth's magnetic field create the aurora, typically for one or two nights at a time.

Juliana Parker, 82

Juliana Parker, 82, passed away on October 8, 2021.

BFPD ask for help locating stolen ATV

The Bonners Ferry Police Department is asking the public for help locating a stolen ATV.

Dwain McGinnis

Dwain McGinnis died October 1, 2021.

Clee Hollice Cossairt

Clee Hollice Cossairt passed away Saturday, Oct. 2, 2021.

Malissa Anne Atkins Mejia, 42

Malissa Anne Atkins Mejia passed away September 28, 2021.

Michael Dennis Kelley

Michael Dennis Kelley passed away Sept. 16, 2021.

Phyllis Ann Wester, 91

Phyllis Ann Wester passed away on Sept. 20, 2021.

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 72: Headlines from 10/6 thru 10/8

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 Oct. 6-8.

Tuesday's trouble - week 3

Tuesday's trouble - week 3

Helmer earns 'Ace of Aces' honors

Oct. 6 was the last day of the ladies’ season

Volleyball team takes on Sandpoint

The Badgers lost in four sets to the SHS Bulldogs

Court records - 10/01/21

Court records - 10/01/21

Sheriff's log - 09/28 - 10/05

Sheriff's log - 09/28 - 10/05

From the archives - Oct. 7, 2021

Everyday something "new" is donated to the museum. Last week, an envelope arrived in the mail filled with newspaper clippings saved by former columnist Paul Flinn. What a treasure trove!

Extended deadline nears for filing income tax returns

Time is running out to file your 2020 Idaho income tax return. The Idaho State Tax Commission says taxpayers who qualified for an automatic extension to file must send in their return and full payment by October 15.

Community calendar - Oct. 7 to Oct. 13

Community calendar - Oct. 7 to Oct. 13

This week in history - October 7, 2021

This week in history - October 7, 2021

Monoclonal treatments reduce hospitalizations but not alternative to COVID-19 vaccine

Governor Brad Little toured a state-sponsored monoclonal antibody treatment facility in Coeur d’Alene today to highlight the effectiveness of the treatments in saving lives and reducing hospitalizations, but cautioned they are not meant as an alternative to receiving the safe COVID-19 vaccine.

BFHS sports schedule - 10/07 - 10/13

BFHS sports schedule - 10/07 - 10/13

PHD offering flu vaccines

Shots are being offered at their five N. Idaho locations

City Council still negotiating city planning rates with Ruen-Yeager

The City Council tabled discussions, and the signing of an agreement between the city and Ruen-Yeager & Associates, for a third time Tuesday.

81 Idaho mayors participating in annual mayor's walking challenge

As part of the Mayor’s Walking Challenge, Idaho mayors get moving this month and earn money for their community. The Blue Cross of Idaho Foundation for Health promotes the importance of being physically active.

Reclaim Idaho is here to stay

We’re reclaiming the Constitution’s third article, which says that the people of Idaho have a right to initiate their own laws.

BFHS grad honors parents, receives BPSA scholarship

The Border Patrol Supervisors’ Association motto, “Patronus Nostros” — “We take care of our own” — is something that 2018 BFHS graduate Reece Bell grew up with. After all, his father has worked as a Border Patrol agent since he was a small child. Now, as a BPSA scholarship recipient, Bell has his sights set on following in the footsteps of his father.

Double death tax the wrong way to go

Small businesses are the backbone of our economy

Susan Weed is running for BCSD No. 101 Trustee

Susan Weed is running for the Boundary County School District #101 Trustee position for Zone 2 Moyie Springs. Weed has been a school board member for the past four years.

Man faces rape and assault charges

Peter Wilson, 28, was arrested last month on charges of aggravated assault and rape.

Dwain McGinnis, 76

Dwain McGinnis, 76, passed away on Oct. 1, 2021, at Boundary Community Hospital with his wife by his side. He was born on Oct. 21, 1944, the son of Frank and Geneva Sherrod McGinnis in Phoenix, Arizona.

Now is a great time to see kokanee spawning

Kick off your fall with trip to see vibrant red kokanee spawning in Trestle Creek

Police log - 09/28 - 10/05

Police log - 09/28 - 10/05

Legals for October, 7 2021

BFHS sports schedule - 10/07 - 10/13

BFHS sports schedule - 10/07 - 10/13

City Council still negotiating city planning rates with Ruen-Yeager

The City Council tabled discussions, and the signing of an agreement between the city and Ruen-Yeager & Associates, for a third time Tuesday.

81 Idaho mayors participating in annual mayor's walking challenge

As part of the Mayor’s Walking Challenge, Idaho mayors get moving this month and earn money for their community. The Blue Cross of Idaho Foundation for Health promotes the importance of being physically active.

BFHS grad honors parents, receives BPSA scholarship

The Border Patrol Supervisors’ Association motto, “Patronus Nostros” — “We take care of our own” — is something that 2018 BFHS graduate Reece Bell grew up with. After all, his father has worked as a Border Patrol agent since he was a small child. Now, as a BPSA scholarship recipient, Bell has his sights set on following in the footsteps of his father.

Joanie Petersen, 74

After a long battle with cancer, Joanie Petersen left to be with the Lord on Sept. 26, 2021.

Isenberg special airing Friday

Dateline special will explore local murder case

Police log - 09/28 - 10/05

Police log - 09/28 - 10/05

Sheriff's log - 09/28 - 10/05

Sheriff's log - 09/28 - 10/05

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 71: Headlines from 10/2 thru 10/5

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 Oct. 2-5.

Community calendar - Oct. 7 to Oct. 13

Community calendar - Oct. 7 to Oct. 13

Tuesday's trouble - week 3

Tuesday's trouble - week 3

Badger cross country momentum growing

Badgers participated in Kellogg High School’s Ben Castro Invitational held at Pinehurst Golf Course on Sept. 20, with the boys and girls team breaking personal records and potentially a district title in sight.

Second Harvest food distribution Oct. 15

Second Harvest Inland Empire will bring their food distribution truck to Bonners Ferry for the fourth time this year on Friday, Oct. 15.

Recount shows ballot counts accurate

Only nine ballots were changed

Bonner County Clerk Michael Rosedale said marks on the nine ballots were faintly and not caught by the county's scanners and not counted as votes. The error rate was 0.116%.

COVID-19 Information - Oct. 2, 2021

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

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 70: Headlines from 9/29 thru 10/1

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 Sept. 29-Oct. 1.

Fred 'Papa' Anton Ellis, 63

Fred “Papa” Anton Ellis’ generosity is legendary. He gave to his family, he gave to his community and he gave to God. Fred passed away from COVID-19 on Sept. 23, 2021, in Kootenai Health hospital in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. He was 63 years old.

BCSO offering winter driving course

The Boundary County Sheriff’s Office is once again offering a community class on winter driving for those that maybe have not driven on winter roads yet, are new to driving or maybe want a refresher.