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Friday, December 30

Suspect in deaths of Idaho students arrested in Pennsylvania
December 30, 2022 9:30 a.m.

Suspect in deaths of Idaho students arrested in Pennsylvania

A suspect in the killings of four University of Idaho students was arrested in eastern Pennsylvania, a law enforcement official said Friday.

Post Falls chase ends in fatal shooting
December 30, 2022 9:20 a.m.

Post Falls chase ends in fatal shooting

Police apparently shot and killed a person suspected of intentionally driving a pickup truck into patrol vehicles Thursday in Post Falls.

Suspected in custody for Moscow Murders
December 30, 2022 9 a.m.

Suspected in custody for Moscow Murders

Moscow Police Department will be holding a press conference at 1 p.m. PST at city hall.

Thursday, December 29

Blogger's attorney responds to defamation lawsuit
December 29, 2022 10 a.m.

Blogger's attorney responds to defamation lawsuit

A local blogger who accused a drag performer of indecent exposure has responded to a defamation lawsuit filed against her, denying the accusations.

Weather Advisory until 10 p.m. Friday
December 29, 2022 9 a.m.

Weather Advisory until 10 p.m. Friday

Snowfall between 2-5 inches is expected and a weather advisory is in effect from 1 p.m. this afternoon to Friday at 10 p.m.

This Week In History-Dec. 29, 2022
December 29, 2022 1 a.m.

This Week In History-Dec. 29, 2022

History from Boundary County.

School food drive raises 143 hams and turkeys
December 29, 2022 1 a.m.

School food drive raises 143 hams and turkeys

The ham and turkey drive between the Boundary County Middle School and the Bonners Ferry High School raised a total of 143 hams and turkeys.

3 Badgers named All-Idaho football team
December 29, 2022 1 a.m.

3 Badgers named All-Idaho football team

It’s been one of the most successful Bonners Ferry High School football seasons in decades, winning the league championship, securing their first football playoff win since 2003 and going undefeated in regular season for the first time since 1974. Now three Badger football players have been named all-state by Idaho coaches.

Hope House to open soup kitchen
December 29, 2022 1 a.m.

Hope House to open soup kitchen

The Hope House of Boundary County is opening a soup kitchen at the Bonners Ferry Senior Center on Fridays starting next month.

BCMS wrestling district champs
December 29, 2022 1 a.m.

BCMS wrestling district champs

Boundary County Middle School Badger wrestlers are District I champs after beating Kellogg by one point—220 to 219.

From the Archives–Dec. 29, 2022
December 29, 2022 1 a.m.

From the Archives–Dec. 29, 2022

Once again it is time to say “Have a Happy New Year.” As we move into 2023, we come closer to the 100th birthday of the 1923 REO fire truck in your Museum.

Year Recap: Badger sports had bright year
December 29, 2022 1 a.m.

Year Recap: Badger sports had bright year

Bonners Ferry High School sports had a great year in 2022 across all seasons and athletics. From state triumphs, to unforgettable program success to revitalizing a team, the Badgers saw it all this year.

Tuesday's Trouble: Week 15 of bowling
December 29, 2022 1 a.m.

Tuesday's Trouble: Week 15 of bowling

Week 15 of bowling for Tuesday trouble bowling league.

The year of the grizzly
December 29, 2022 1 a.m.

The year of the grizzly

2022 saw an increase in grizzly bear and livestock interactions across the county.

December 29, 2022 1 a.m.

Weather update for Dec. 29

North Idaho weather came out in full force this week with snow, below zero wind chill, rain, melting, flooding and an avalanche warning.

December 29, 2022 1 a.m.

New Year's resolutions from Valley View

Valley View Elementary students share their New Year's Resolutions.

Boundary County Calendar - Dec. 29, 2022-Jan. 5, 2023
December 29, 2022 1 a.m.

Boundary County Calendar - Dec. 29, 2022-Jan. 5, 2023

Community events and meetings across Boundary County for the coming week.

Boundary County Court Records–Dec. 29, 2022
December 29, 2022 1 a.m.

Boundary County Court Records–Dec. 29, 2022

Boundary County Court Records for the week of Dec. 29.

Oma Louise Sanders, 81
December 29, 2022 1 a.m.

Oma Louise Sanders, 81

Oma Louise Sanders, 81, passed away on Monday, December 26, 2022.

Celebrating adoption in Idaho
December 29, 2022 1 a.m.

Celebrating adoption in Idaho

Adoption provides opportunities to turn heartbreak into love and growth for Idaho children in need of a loving home and the families who are blessed with their additions. According to the Children’s Bureau, an office within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 353 children were adopted from foster care in Idaho in Fiscal Year (FY) 2020. Idaho children awaiting adoption, including those who have been abandoned and abused, have often overcome difficult experiences. Their resilience is admirable, along with the compassion and giving spirits of Idaho’s adoptive families.

Ramiro Villanueva, 57
December 29, 2022 1 a.m.

Ramiro Villanueva, 57

Ramiro Villanueva Avila passed away on Dec. 15, 2022.

Daniel Joseph Meddock, 78
December 29, 2022 1 a.m.

Daniel Joseph Meddock, 78

Daniel Joseph Meddock passed away peacefully September 12, 2022.

Couple arrested on drug charges
December 29, 2022 1 a.m.

Couple arrested on drug charges

A couple was arrested on charges of drug possession after they were found stuck in a vehicle on the side of the road in sub-zero temperature. When found, one of them was found in the trunk.

Alleged arsonist fails to appear
December 29, 2022 1 a.m.

Alleged arsonist fails to appear

A Boundary County man charged with arson failed to appear for drug testing as part of release agreement, according to local law enforcement.

December 29, 2022 midnight

Legals for December, 29 2022

Wednesday, December 28

Jump into 2023 with Polar Bear Plunge
December 28, 2022 1 a.m.

Jump into 2023 with Polar Bear Plunge

Boy Scouts Troop 111 readies for annual event

Boy Scouts Troop will hold their annual Polar Bear Plunge on Jan. 1 as a cooperative event by Boy Scout Troop 111 and the city of Sandpoint’s Parks & Recreation Department — attracts dozens of area residents. Some years, there is only a few hardy souls; others, there can be as many as 100 or more.

Children's medicine shortage hits as flu season starts fast
December 28, 2022 1 a.m.

Children's medicine shortage hits as flu season starts fast

Caring for sick children has become extra stressful for many U.S. parents recently due to shortages of Children's Tylenol and other medicines. Doctors and other experts say the problem could persist through the winter cold-and-flu season. But they say it's shouldn't last as long as other recent shortages of baby formula or prescription drugs. Experts say a spike in demand due to recent rises in respiratory illness is behind the shortages. They also say parents have several alternatives to consider if they encounter empty store shelves. Your doctor may have some suggestions.

Tuesday, December 27

Athlete of the Week: Dec. 25-31
December 27, 2022 10 a.m.

Athlete of the Week: Dec. 25-31

Charles Henslee, senior, is named Athlete of the Week for Badger boys basketball.

Proposed rule would strip Idaho Republican women, youth of member votes on state committee
December 27, 2022 1 a.m.

Proposed rule would strip Idaho Republican women, youth of member votes on state committee

Shoshone County Republican Committee recommended rule to state central committee

The Idaho Republican State Central Committee will consider adopting a rule in January that would strip the Idaho Young Republicans, the College Republicans and the Idaho Republican Women’s Federation of voting rights on the party’s state executive board. The Idaho Republican Party Executive Board includes nine members who are elected by the delegates at the party’s convention every two years, including the state party chair, two vice chairs and region chairs. The members representing Republican youth and women are considered auxiliary members who are not selected by the convention delegates, but from within the groups.

Police: Oregon sedan not connected to students' deaths
December 27, 2022 1 a.m.

Police: Oregon sedan not connected to students' deaths

Idaho police say they've determined that a white sedan found in Oregon is not connected to the Nov. 13 stabbing deaths of four University of Idaho students. The Moscow Police Department announced Tuesday that it was working with law enforcement in Eugene, Ore., to determine if the Hyundai Elantra left on the side of the road there after an injury crash was connected to the Idaho case. Later that day, Moscow police said investigators determined the vehicle was not related to the case and asked members of the public to stop contacting the vehicle's owner. Relatively few details have been released about the homicides of Madison Mogen, Kaylee Goncalves, Xana Kernodle and Ethan Chapin.

Thursday, December 22

Wind chill advisory extended to Friday
December 22, 2022 2 p.m.

Wind chill advisory extended to Friday

Wind chill advisory has been extended until Friday at 11 a.m. with wind chills reading 5 to 20 (Fahrenheit) degrees below zero.

Court Records— Dec. 22, 2022
December 22, 2022 1 a.m.

Court Records— Dec. 22, 2022

Boundary County Court Records— Dec. 22, 2022

December 22, 2022 1 a.m.

Staying safe in winter

Winter weather may be more than what folks hoped for.

County to pay to keep pool running for a year
December 22, 2022 1 a.m.

County to pay to keep pool running for a year

The city pool will stay open for the coming year — thanks to the use of American Rescue Plan Act funds.

Merry Christmas from the Herald
December 22, 2022 1 a.m.

Merry Christmas from the Herald

A Merry Christmas one and all from the Bonners Ferry Herald.

Sumpter leads Badgers, girls win by 43
December 22, 2022 1 a.m.

Sumpter leads Badgers, girls win by 43

Kaylee Sumpter led the Badger girls basketball to a win against Rogers High School on Dec. 16, 69-26.

Badgers crush Pirates, ranked second in state
December 22, 2022 1 a.m.

Badgers crush Pirates, ranked second in state

Coming off a high-tempo win at Sandpoint, the Badgers kept up the pace Dec. 16 against the Roger Pirates from Spokane, winning 82-50.

Blackmore breaks 1,000 point milestone
December 22, 2022 1 a.m.

Blackmore breaks 1,000 point milestone

Braeden Blackmore scored his 1,000th point in his high school career for the Bonners Ferry Badgers on Dec. 16 against Rogers High School.

Jean Landis, 104
December 22, 2022 1 a.m.

Jean Landis, 104

Jean Landis passed on Tuesday, Dec. 13 at the age of 104

William Clayeux, 85
December 22, 2022 1 a.m.

William Clayeux, 85

William (Bill) L. Clayeux, 85, passed away on Saturday, December 10, 2022, in Spokane, Wash.

Boundary County Calendar - Dec. 22-29, 2022
December 22, 2022 1 a.m.

Boundary County Calendar - Dec. 22-29, 2022

Community events and meetings across Boundary County for the coming week.

Badger girls take top honors at Buzz Lucey Tournament
December 22, 2022 1 a.m.

Badger girls take top honors at Buzz Lucey Tournament

Badger wrestling took top honors again with every girl placing at the Buzz Lucey Tournament, with two boys also placing.

December 22, 2022 1 a.m.

Fair board announces open position

The Boundary County Fair Board is seeking a qualified candidate to fill a board vacancy.

Claws will collide at the Backwoods Brawl
December 22, 2022 1 a.m.

Claws will collide at the Backwoods Brawl

Bonners Ferry High School and Timberlake High School will be competing in a soon to be annual spirit competition—the Backwoods Brawl on Jan. 27 in Spirit Lake.

TRI-STATE INVITATIONAL: Williams and Regehr compete
December 22, 2022 1 a.m.

TRI-STATE INVITATIONAL: Williams and Regehr compete

Two Badger competed at Tri-State invitational wrestling tournament on Dec. 16-17 at North Idaho College.

NBVFD announces raffle winners
December 22, 2022 1 a.m.

NBVFD announces raffle winners

The North Bench Volunteer Fire District drew its annual fundraising raffle and announced the winners at its November Board of Directors meeting.

This Week In History- Dec. 22, 2022
December 22, 2022 1 a.m.

This Week In History- Dec. 22, 2022

This Week In History from Boundary County.

From the Archives- Dec. 22, 2022
December 22, 2022 1 a.m.

From the Archives- Dec. 22, 2022

In 1921, F.L. Glad sold half interest in his grocery store to Mr. Landess. They named the new business the “Class A Market.” Landess sold his half back to Glad, who then sold the half interest to C. H. Oatman.

Idaho’s Republican primary is already closed — but the party may close it off even more
December 22, 2022 1 a.m.

Idaho’s Republican primary is already closed — but the party may close it off even more

New rule would bar voters if they’ve been active with other parties in past two years.

December 22, 2022 midnight

Legals for December, 22 2022

Tuesday, December 20

Athlete of the Week Dec. 18-24
December 20, 2022 1 a.m.

Athlete of the Week Dec. 18-24

Asha Abubakari, junior, has been named Athlete of the Week for girls basketball.

Monday, December 19

December 19, 2022 3:55 p.m.

Weather Advisory, wind chill to -35 and snow

Weather advisory for snow accumulations of two to four inches and wind chill watch for as low as 35 below zero.

Fentanyl Education Project
December 19, 2022 2:45 p.m.

Fentanyl Education Project

A community seminar covering the dangers of fentanyl and other drugs will be presented by local law enforcement on Dec. 21 at 6 p.m. at Bonners Ferry High School.

December 19, 2022 1:30 p.m.

Wind Chill Watch until Friday

Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 35 below zero are possible until Friday, Dec. 23 at 4 a.m.

Thursday, December 15

Annual Turkey and Ham fundraiser back at it
December 15, 2022 4:30 p.m.

Annual Turkey and Ham fundraiser back at it

Bonners Ferry High School and Boundary County Middle School are back at their annual turkey and ham food drive competition with Dec. 21 at 8.a.m being the deadline.

Badger cheer squad named tournament champions
December 15, 2022 1 a.m.

Badger cheer squad named tournament champions

Bonners Ferry cheerleaders were named the 3A grand champions at the Lakeland Holiday Classic cheer tournament on Dec. 10.

This Week In History- Dec. 15, 2022
December 15, 2022 1 a.m.

This Week In History- Dec. 15, 2022

This Week In History- Dec. 15, 2022

From the Archives- Dec. 15
December 15, 2022 1 a.m.

From the Archives- Dec. 15

From the Archives- Dec. 15

Bulldogs lead start to finish, four Badgers in double digits
December 15, 2022 1 a.m.

Bulldogs lead start to finish, four Badgers in double digits

Quick scoring from the Bulldogs and 20 points from both Kelsey Cessna and Karli Banks had Sandpoint in the lead from the start to finish as the Bulldogs defeated Bonners Ferry, 69-47, on Tuesday.

Boundary County Court Records—Dec. 15
December 15, 2022 1 a.m.

Boundary County Court Records—Dec. 15

Boundary County Court Records—Dec. 15

Rickter leads Badger girls wrestlers to team title win
December 15, 2022 1 a.m.

Rickter leads Badger girls wrestlers to team title win

Savannah Rickter (165G) won the tournament and led the Bonners Ferry girls wrestling team to a title win at the George Wild Wrestling Tournament over the weekend—-every Badger girl medaled.

Regehr takes first at George Wild Tournament
December 15, 2022 1 a.m.

Regehr takes first at George Wild Tournament

Marcus Regrehr (160) won the George Wild wrestling tournament on Dec. 10, with Badger Boys wrestling finishing 11th overall.

Silva named interim library director
December 15, 2022 1 a.m.

Silva named interim library director

Boundary County Library names Lynn Silva as interim library director.

Badgers beat Bulldogs, still undefeated
December 15, 2022 1 a.m.

Badgers beat Bulldogs, still undefeated

Tuesday's nights game against Sandpoint was full of fouls, free throws and bodies on the floor.

Military, federal workers deserve elimination of federal COVID-19 vaccine requirements
December 15, 2022 1 a.m.

Military, federal workers deserve elimination of federal COVID-19 vaccine requirements

One may understandably, but unfortunately mistakenly, assume that at this point in the pandemic federal COVID-19 vaccination mandates have run their course, and Idahoans can freely choose whether they want to vaccinate or continue with vaccinations. However, some, including those who serve in our nation’s Armed Forces, continue to face disciplinary actions, trouble with security clearances, lost training and advancement opportunities or other negative consequences for choosing not to get vaccinated for COVID-19. A provision I backed requiring the U.S. Department of Defense to rescind the mandate that members of the Armed Forces be vaccinated for COVID-19 was included in the House and Senate negotiated National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2023. This is a welcome first step in ending these types of mandates and the harm they have caused. However, the provision does not rescind the related penalties and forced separations imposed on military personnel, and we must not let up in repealing those penalties and reinstating all service members unfairly discharged.

Boundary County Calendar - Dec. 15-22, 2022
December 15, 2022 1 a.m.

Boundary County Calendar - Dec. 15-22, 2022

Community events and meetings across Boundary County for the coming week.

BCSD approves second SRO
December 15, 2022 1 a.m.

BCSD approves second SRO

The Boundary County School Board has approved a second school resources officer for the district’s outlying schools.

North Idaho Collision puts focus on quality, customers
December 15, 2022 1 a.m.

North Idaho Collision puts focus on quality, customers

North Idaho Collision's recent expansion is all about the customer. More space, more tools and more equipment — all aimed at helping the shop's crew fix customers' vehicles better, more efficiently and easier than ever before. North Idaho Collision's recent expansion gives the crew more room to work — and allows the business to do a better job for customers, owner Shane Florea said.

Last weekend to visit Santa’s Village
December 15, 2022 1 a.m.

Last weekend to visit Santa’s Village

This is the last weekend to attend Santa’s Village at Jake’s Landing.

Sports Schedule: Dec. 16-21
December 15, 2022 1 a.m.

Sports Schedule: Dec. 16-21

Sports Schedule Dec. 16- 21.

Volunteers send Christmas joy to children overseas
December 15, 2022 1 a.m.

Volunteers send Christmas joy to children overseas

Area volunteers are celebrating the collection of gift-filled shoeboxes that will send a message to children around the world: God loves you, and you’re not forgotten.

Charter school gauging community interest
December 15, 2022 1 a.m.

Charter school gauging community interest

North Idaho Classical Academy is gauging community interest in a new charter school to serve both Bonner and Boundary counties.

December 15, 2022 midnight

Legals for December, 15 2022

Tuesday, December 13

The Tuesday's Trouble: Completes 13 weeks of bowling
December 13, 2022 2:30 p.m.

The Tuesday's Trouble: Completes 13 weeks of bowling

Sheila Benson took it all high scratch game 166, high scratch series 441, high handicap game 233 and high handicap series 642.

Athlete of the Week: Dec. 11-17
December 13, 2022 9:30 a.m.

Athlete of the Week: Dec. 11-17

Nick Eastman, senior, is named Athlete of the Week for Badger boys soccer.

Monday, December 12

Petition to change Porthill border crossing to pre-COVID hours
December 12, 2022 1:30 p.m.

Petition to change Porthill border crossing to pre-COVID hours

Area residents recently launched a petition drive calling on the federal government to return Porthill border crossing to pre-COVID-19 hours citing the economic and social impacts of the reduced hours.

BFPD increases impaired driving enforcement this holiday season
December 12, 2022 8 a.m.

BFPD increases impaired driving enforcement this holiday season

This holiday season the Bonners Ferry Police Department urges drivers to celebrate responsibly and plan ahead for a sober ride.

Community reacts to North Idaho College turmoil
December 12, 2022 1 a.m.

Community reacts to North Idaho College turmoil

Community members on and off the North Idaho College campus are responding to two fiery meetings of the board of trustees this week. A divided board voted Thursday to place President Nick Swayne on administrative leave and invite former wrestling coach and interim president Michael Sebaaly to replace him.

Sunday, December 11

State compiling water rights inventory
December 11, 2022 1 a.m.

State compiling water rights inventory

The Idaho Department of Water Resources is sending notifications to every property owner in the Panhandle region to compile an inventory of existing water rights. For domestic or stock water rights, it's not too late to file claims for the inventory.

Saturday, December 10

Clothing line celebrates brain power
December 10, 2022 11:52 a.m.

Clothing line celebrates brain power

Education, empowerment, and encouraging others to command their futures. That’s the premise behind a new clothing line launched by Bigger Brain, LLC — a company founded earlier this year by Sage Saccomanno. The Sandpoint High School graduate wants to spread the message that the message “school is cool” and to not be ashamed of having a “big brain.”

NIC's Swayne placed on administrative leave
December 10, 2022 10 a.m.

NIC's Swayne placed on administrative leave

The North Idaho College board of trustees voted Thursday to place President Nick Swayne on immediate administrative leave and ask Michael Sebaaly, the former interim president, to return as acting president.

UI settles students' free speech lawsuit
December 10, 2022 1 a.m.

UI settles students' free speech lawsuit

The University of Idaho will pay $90,000 to settle a lawsuit from members of a Christian law students' organization who claimed their freedom of speech was violated when the school issued no-contact orders against them. The settlement was filed in Idaho's U.S. District Court this week. It resolves a suit brought by three student members of the Christian Legal Society and the law school professor who serves as their faculty advisor. The group sued in April, contending the university illegally punished them for expressing their religious beliefs. Attorneys for the University of Idaho noted in court documents that the no-contact orders were issued after another student reported feeling harassed by some in the group.

Friday, December 9

BFPD officer saves man from overdose
December 9, 2022 4:30 p.m.

BFPD officer saves man from overdose

Bonners Ferry Police Officer Scott Davis rushed to the scene when he heard there was an unresponsive person in the Safeway parking, BFPD officials wrote in a press release. Upon arrival, Davis learned that the subject had overdosed on fentanyl.

Thursday, December 8

Moscow Police are Asking for the Community’s Help
December 8, 2022 10 a.m.

Moscow Police are Asking for the Community’s Help

Detectives are interested in speaking with the occupant(s) of a white 2011-2013 Hyundai Elantra, with an unknown license plate.

Council invites public to help solve budget shortfall
December 8, 2022 1 a.m.

Council invites public to help solve budget shortfall

The Bonners Ferry City Council is seeking public input and ideas for balancing the general budget shortfall.

Badger Wrestling Season Preview: The boys are back
December 8, 2022 1 a.m.

Badger Wrestling Season Preview: The boys are back

Bonners Ferry High School wrestling team are welcoming a number of younger wrestlers, new to high school, but also experienced wrestlers.

Badgers strike Stags, 3-0
December 8, 2022 1 a.m.

Badgers strike Stags, 3-0

The Badgers struck first and kept up the pace to defeat the Deer Park Stags in a non league contest on Dec. 6.

Badgers fall to the Stags, Timberlake wins IML opener
December 8, 2022 1 a.m.

Badgers fall to the Stags, Timberlake wins IML opener

With two Badger guards out of the game due to knee injuries, the Deer Park Stags pulled away in the third quarter, scoring 25 points and took the win over Badger girls basketball on Dec. 6.

Eastman named All-State, again
December 8, 2022 1 a.m.

Eastman named All-State, again

For the second year in a row Bonners Ferry High School senior Nick Eastman has been named 3A Boys Soccer All-state second-team player. Eastman played midfielder and striker for the Badger boys soccer.

Israel: Continued work to win the peace
December 8, 2022 1 a.m.

Israel: Continued work to win the peace

These were the words of then President Franklin Delano Roosevelt in a broadcast to the American people on December 9, 1941, following the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor. In many ways, we continue to work to win the peace in the decades since. After Israel’s establishment in the aftermath of the end of World War II, Israel has been and continues to be one of the most important allies for the U.S. in an increasingly unstable and dangerous region. Continued support of Israel is vital to our national security as our country persists in working to win the peace.

December 8, 2022 1 a.m.

A rule in common: The practice of kindness

On Oct 21, 1985, First Lady Nancy Reagan presented the United Nations with the gift of a mosaic on behalf of the United States in celebration of its 40th anniversary. The mosaic is based on Norman Rockwell’s well-known painting which represents different ethnicities and cultures worldwide with dignity and respect. The mosaic is inscribed with a well-known phrase, The Golden Rule: “Do Unto Others as You Would Have Them Do Unto You,” which speaks of shared aspirations that unify world religions and philosophies. It is the principle of treating others as one wants to be treated.

Visit Santa’s Village and support Jake’s Landing
December 8, 2022 1 a.m.

Visit Santa’s Village and support Jake’s Landing

Boundary County businesses are coming together to support Santa’s Village at Jake’s Landing.

Sports Schedule: Dec. 9-17
December 8, 2022 1 a.m.

Sports Schedule: Dec. 9-17

Badger sports schedule for Dec. 9-17.

Badger Cheer hungry for competition
December 8, 2022 1 a.m.

Badger Cheer hungry for competition

Just as their team shirt says, Bonners Ferry High School cheerleaders aim to “leave it all on the mat” Dec.10 at the Lakeland Holiday Classic, a North Idaho cheer competition with schools from 2A to 5A classifications.

Dinning honored by Congressional Delegation
December 8, 2022 1 a.m.

Dinning honored by Congressional Delegation

Boundary County Commissioner Dan R. Dinning was honored by members of the Idaho congressional delegation Nov. 21 for his 20 years of service to the county.

Expansion raises road questions
December 8, 2022 1 a.m.

Expansion raises road questions

The unknowns of the expansion at Three Mile Junction and the addition of the Sturgeon Station Travel Center have business owners on edge.

Community Coalition Aims to Bring Inflation Relief to Idaho Working Families
December 8, 2022 1 a.m.

Community Coalition Aims to Bring Inflation Relief to Idaho Working Families

The Idaho Center for Fiscal Policy in partnership with Protection Our Dreams and Empowering Resilience of Idaho and a handful of community organizations have come together as the Elevate Idaho Families Coalition, with the aim of creating state economic policy that reflects the needs of Idaho working families.

Moyie Springs receives $2.1M grant from DEQ
December 8, 2022 1 a.m.

Moyie Springs receives $2.1M grant from DEQ

City receives $2.1 million as grant from Idaho Department of Environmental Equality to supplement material and labor cost overruns associated with an existing project.

Boundary County Calendar -- Dec. 8-15
December 8, 2022 1 a.m.

Boundary County Calendar -- Dec. 8-15

Community events and meetings across Boundary County from Dec. 8-15.

Court Records –Dec. 8, 2022
December 8, 2022 1 a.m.

Court Records –Dec. 8, 2022

Boundary County Court Records for Dec. 8, 2022

From the Archives- Dec. 8, 2022
December 8, 2022 1 a.m.

From the Archives- Dec. 8, 2022

We think we got a lot of snow! This photo was taken by Bob Meeker in 1935. Someone can't find their car!

This Week In History- Dec. 8, 2022
December 8, 2022 1 a.m.

This Week In History- Dec. 8, 2022

Local History provided by the Boundary County Museum.

Sock Yoshida, 96
December 8, 2022 1 a.m.

Sock Yoshida, 96

Sock Yoshida, recently of Moyie Springs, died peacefully the evening of Nov. 24, 2022, at the Boundary County Restorium.

Synder receives Mystery Mason Award
December 8, 2022 1 a.m.

Synder receives Mystery Mason Award

Johnathan Snyder is this year recipient of the Mystery Mason Award.

Badger Girls Wrestling Season Preview: Program growing
December 8, 2022 1 a.m.

Badger Girls Wrestling Season Preview: Program growing

Bonners Ferry girls wrestling program had a dominant 2021-22 season, winning the first District I-II championship and having a state placer in the first all-girls competition.

December 8, 2022 midnight

Legals for December, 8 2022

Tuesday, December 6

December 6, 2022 1:55 p.m.

Winter Weather Advisory until noon Wednesday

A weather advisory is in place for North Idaho and Northeast Washington due to patch patchy light freezing drizzle, flurries and localized glaze of ice.

Tuesday's Trouble: Completes week 12
December 6, 2022 8:50 a.m.

Tuesday's Trouble: Completes week 12

Tuesday's Trouble bowling league completes week 12.

New Idaho officials talk taxes, upcoming legislative session
December 6, 2022 1 a.m.

New Idaho officials talk taxes, upcoming legislative session

Panelists ask Idaho Legislature to consider investments in education rather than tax cuts

Concerns about the economy, budget outlooks, property taxes and other subjects were the focus of the 76th annual Associated Taxpayers of Idaho Conference on Wednesday, with legislators and newly elected officials in attendance about a month before the next legislative session begins. The Associated Taxpayers of Idaho is a nonprofit organization that produces reports related to state and local tax policy and distributes them to members. Incoming Lt. Gov. Scott Bedke, who is the speaker of the Idaho House of Representatives until January, gave opening remarks at the conference and said he is constantly asked what the 2023 legislative session will be like with so many freshman legislators.

Jensen named to First Judicial District post
December 6, 2022 1 a.m.

Jensen named to First Judicial District post

Governor Brad Little announced today his appointment of Susie Jensen to the First Judicial District. The position Jensen will fill is chambered in Sandpoint and will cover Bonner County cases. She will fill a vacancy created by the retirement of District Judge Barbara Buchanan, who was appointed by Governor C.L. “Butch” Otter and served 10 years as a District Court Judge.

New Idaho House representatives fill committee rosters leading up to session
December 6, 2022 1 a.m.

New Idaho House representatives fill committee rosters leading up to session

Education committee will have new chairwoman in Rep. Julie Yamamoto

The Idaho House of Representatives announced its full slate of committee assignments Friday morning, with many changes to committee chairmen and membership. Nearly half of the Idaho Legislature’s membership is new on the House side, making many of the committees almost unrecognizable from the previous legislative session.

Monday, December 5

Athlete of the Week: Dec. 4-10
December 5, 2022 1 p.m.

Athlete of the Week: Dec. 4-10

Jaden Byars, senior, is named Athlete of the Week for Badger cross country.

Timberlake shoots past Bonners in IML opener
December 5, 2022 9 a.m.

Timberlake shoots past Bonners in IML opener

Once Timberlake started hitting its shots, it was just enough.

First half property taxes due by Dec. 20
December 5, 2022 1 a.m.

First half property taxes due by Dec. 20

Boundary County Treasurer, Susan M. Larson, would like to remind all Boundary County taxpayers that the deadline for paying the first half of the 2022 property taxes without penalty is Tuesday, December 20, 2022.

'Beautiful souls'
December 5, 2022 1 a.m.

'Beautiful souls'

Family, friends share memories, love for slain UI students

About 400 people, including roughly 50 UI students, attended a two-hour celebration of life event at Real Life Ministries that included prayer, song and remembrances of Maddie Mogen, Kaylee Goncalves, Xana Kernodle and Ethan Chapin.

Friday, December 2

Pend Oreille Chorale announces concerts
December 2, 2022 1 a.m.

Pend Oreille Chorale announces concerts

The Pend Oreille Chorale and Orchestra is presenting two Christmas concerts with selections from Handel’s "Messiah"

Thursday, December 1

Badger Sports Schedule Dec. 2-7
December 1, 2022 1 a.m.

Badger Sports Schedule Dec. 2-7

Badgers Sports Schedule for Dec. 2-7.

Badgers slam Stillwater Cougars, surpass century mark
December 1, 2022 1 a.m.

Badgers slam Stillwater Cougars, surpass century mark

Badger boys basketball and the Stillwater Cougars on Nov. 29 by 36 points giving the Badgers a 2-0 record.

New Chief at South Boundary Fire
December 1, 2022 1 a.m.

New Chief at South Boundary Fire

There is a new Chief at South Boundary Fire Protection District.

351 turn out for Thanksgiving Turkey Trot
December 1, 2022 1 a.m.

351 turn out for Thanksgiving Turkey Trot

Thanksgiving 2022 saw yet another successful Turkey Trot with a record 351 runners and a truckful of food donated to the Bonners Ferry Food Bank.

Patriot Front member pleads guilty to disturbing the peace
December 1, 2022 1 a.m.

Patriot Front member pleads guilty to disturbing the peace

A man accused of planning to violently disrupt a Pride celebration in Coeur d’Alene City Park will serve no jail time after pleading guilty to disturbing the peace. Alexander N. Sisenstein, 27, of Midvale, Utah, entered a written guilty plea Monday to the misdemeanor offense, which is punishable by a maximum of six months in jail and a $1,000 fine. He was originally charged with conspiracy to riot, also a misdemeanor.

Requests for welfare checks surge in aftermath of student slayings
December 1, 2022 1 a.m.

Requests for welfare checks surge in aftermath of student slayings

As classes resume Monday at the University of Idaho, police have reported a big uptick in calls for welfare checks. Since Nov. 13 — the day four U of I students were found slain in an off-campus house — the Moscow Police Department has received 78 “calls for unusual circumstances” and 36 requests for welfare checks.

Celebration of Craft event is this weekend
December 1, 2022 1 a.m.

Celebration of Craft event is this weekend

Celebration of Craft is back this year at the Boundary County Fairgrounds.

Ice fishing is a fun way to extend your fishing season
December 1, 2022 1 a.m.

Ice fishing is a fun way to extend your fishing season

Unless you’re a hockey player or margarita, ice can get a bad rap. It glazes your windshield, covers your driveways and makes the highways slicker than snot. But when it comes to lake fishing in the winter, ice is a big bonus.

ITA seeking new members to join mission
December 1, 2022 1 a.m.

ITA seeking new members to join mission

Nonprofit organization Idaho Trails Association is looking for new members to join in their mission of keeping Idaho’s hiking trails open for all.

December 1, 2022 1 a.m.

Restorium's staff, residents are wonderful, special people

I would like to take a moment to express the deep and sincere gratitude and appreciation my wife and I share for the nurses, staff, administrators and the residents of the Boundary County Restorium.

This Week in History - Dec. 1, 2022
December 1, 2022 1 a.m.

This Week in History - Dec. 1, 2022

At the regular weekly meeting of the Kootenai Valley Commercial Club held Monday night, E.E. Saunders, chairman of the municipal swimming pool committee, reported that his committee had tentative plans for giving benefit dances for the swimming pool fund.

From the Archives - Dec. 1, 2022
December 1, 2022 1 a.m.

From the Archives - Dec. 1, 2022

The local First Security Bank was constructed on Main Street in 1966-67 and opened in 1968. The bank closed in 1978.

Boundary County Calendar - Dec. 1, 2022
December 1, 2022 1 a.m.

Boundary County Calendar - Dec. 1, 2022

The events, activities and meetings taking place in Boundary County over the coming week.

School levy to run in March and possible plant facility levy to come
December 1, 2022 1 a.m.

School levy to run in March and possible plant facility levy to come

Boundary County School District will run a maintenance and operations levy in March and has named other possible election dates for 2023.

Jeremy Michael (J.M.) Gross
December 1, 2022 1 a.m.

Jeremy Michael (J.M.) Gross

Jeremy Michael (J.M.) Gross passed away on Nov. 19, 2022.

New Chief at South Boundary Fire
December 1, 2022 1 a.m.

New Chief at South Boundary Fire

There is a new Chief at South Boundary Fire Protection District.

Santa’s Village returning to Boundary County
December 1, 2022 1 a.m.

Santa’s Village returning to Boundary County

For three years running, Jake’s Landing in Porthill has transformed into Santa’s Village. This little town is not only “decking the halls” but will also be “decked out” in over 14,000 lights. The community is invited to come and enjoy all the festivities these next two weekends; Friday and Saturday, Dec. 9-10 and Dec. 16-17. Santa’s Village will be open from 1 to 7 p.m., offering all kinds of holiday activities.

Badger girls kick into high gear against Wildcats
December 1, 2022 1 a.m.

Badger girls kick into high gear against Wildcats

The Badgers girls basketball team kicked it into high gear in the second quarter, scoring 27 points against the Kellogg Wildcats on Nov. 29 en route to a 70-43 victory.

December 1, 2022 midnight

Legals for December, 1 2022