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Williams brothers lead at Backwoods Brawl

Badgers Ridge and Asher Williams led the contest with 25 points a piece giving Bonners Ferry (14-1) a league win against the Timberlake Tigers (6-10) and a victory at the Backwoods Brawl, a new spirit competition between the two schools on Jan. 27.

Backwoods Brawl: Tiger girls three-point assault

You either live, or die by the three-point line. The Timberlake Tigers girls basketball team (17-2) proved just that at the Backwoods Brawl on Jan. 27, scoring 12 three-pointers against Bonners Ferry (10-9).

Man gets prison for threatening to shoot school and police

Almost a year after his actions led to an armed standoff near Dalton Gardens Elementary School, a local man was sentenced Thursday to prison. Robert J. Green, 40, was convicted in December of three counts of aggravated assault on police with a deadly weapon and one count of threatening violence upon school grounds.

Russell sentenced to life for murder

James D. Russell was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole for the brutal slaying of the caretaker of his family's property in Clark Fork. In her ruling, First District Judge Barbara Buchanan said the sentence was the only one possible to protect society — and James D. Russell himself — following the September 2021 murder of David M. Flaget, who worked as a caretaker of the Russell family's property in Clark Fork in September 2021.

Son charged in father's death

Detectives applied for and were granted a warrant for Evan John Owens for second-degree murder and his bond was set for $5 million. Evan is currently in custody at the Kootenai County Jail.

IDFG: Familiarity likely behind coyotes' behavior

Unusual coyote behavior in the greater Sandpoint area is likely tied to the animals becoming too comfortable around people, Idaho Fish & Game officials said. In addition to multiple reports of coyote activity as recently as Thursday at Schweitzer, two young coyotes have been seen in the Sandpoint downtown business district during daylight hours.

Jensen sworn in as newest District 1 judge

Thursday, friends and family — and fellow judges — watched Jensen become the newest district judge to serve Bonner and Boundary counties. She is only the 14th person to become a district judge in Sandpoint in the past 132 years. District judges from throughout the five northern counties came together to celebrate Jensen's formal swearing-in before a packed courtroom filled with friends, family and numerous country officials. While her parents, Terry and Lynn Jensen; husband, in-laws and aunt were in the courtroom, other family members attended via Zoom and join in the ceremony.

Fairchild Airmen rescue injured snowmobiler

Earlier this month, Fairchild Air Force Base crews successfully completed the 36th Rescue Squadron's 708th save near Schweitzer Mountain. The team is credited with saving an injured snowmobiler on Jan. 3 who spent 18 hours outside in 19-degree weather with little access to food or water, Tech. Sgt. Travis Edwards, 92nd Air Refueling Wing Public Affairs, said in a press release issued by the base this past week.

Charges filed in dog abandonment case

Bonner County Sheriff's Office is filing 31 criminal counts of animal cruelty and abandonment against two former Bonner County residents. Charges were filed Wednesday morning against Jacob M. McCowan, 31, and Jessica L. Smurtwaite. Both have left Idaho and are now residing near Salt Lake City, Utah.

Post Falls man arrested for child porn production

Post Falls man allegedly saving child pornography in cloud storage

A Post Falls man has been arrested for federal child pornography production.

Missing youth found

The missing youth was located in the evening of Jan. 24.

Okuniewicz bill would make ballot initiatives tougher

An Idaho lawmaker has introduced legislation that would ask voters to change the state’s constitution to make it harder to get initiatives on the ballot. Republican Sen. Doug Okuniewicz introduced the joint resolution Wednesday in the Senate State Affairs Committee. If approved, it would ask voters to change the Idaho Constitution so that lawmakers could reenact tougher ballot initiative rules that were thrown out by the Idaho Supreme Court in 2021.

Keep growing, breaking through homesteading blues

The trend of returning to the homestead and a simpler time is now romanticized, but what steps need to be taken to live this natural lifestyle? Local homesteader Kody Hanner might have some answers.

Badger Sports Calendar Jan. 26- Jan. 31

Bonners Ferry High School sporting events for Jan. 26-31.

Charron: Idaho will spend $78M more if Medicaid expansion ends

If voters had not approved the expansion of Idaho Medicaid to low-income adults, Idahoans would have spent tens of millions of dollars more on health care for those patients. If the state pulls back on its Medicaid coverage, Idahoans will spend nearly $78 million more due to the loss of federal funding, a state official told legislators Monday.

Badger cheer claim honors at Prairie Classic

Badger cheerleading had a great competition at the Prairie Classic tournament Jan. 21, finishing first in stunt and show and second in pom and sideline.

Little: 'Great shape here in Idaho'

Governor seeks support for education plans; chamber president says vote yes on levies

Little speaks to CDA Chamber members on Tuesday

Bonners Ferry woman charged with assault and battery

A Bonners Ferry is charged with four felonies relating to battery and aggravated assault, some of which were allegedly against members of law enforcement

BCSD Supplementary levy information

The Boundary County School District plans to ask voters to approve a supplementary levy for the same amount as the existing levy at $2.4 million.

Boys beat Kellogg in final minute, defeat Lions and Knights

The Kellogg (12-4) and Bonners Ferry (13-1) rivalry was on full display at the Jan. 24 match up, with three Badgers fouling out and Kellogg’s Kolby Luna dropping a monstrous three-pointer to make it 54-51 with 1:30 left on the clock.

Court Records - Jan. 26, 2022

Information on local cases in Boundary County.

Girls win Battle of the Border, Demolish Knights

Badger girls basketball (10-8) won the Battle of the Border against Lincoln County High School on Jan. 21, 64-39.

Partisan expediency must not be prioritized over genuine solution to farm labor shortage

Although efforts to reach an agreement on federal legislation to address the growing farm labor crisis have not yet succeeded, it is important to understand the recent history of negotiations as we go forward. We made considerable progress, but ultimately there was no “deal” on the table that could possibly have gotten 60 votes in the U.S. Senate and provided an effective and lasting solution for agricultural employers.

This Week in History — Jan. 26, 2023

Local history in Boundary County, from Naples to Porthill and From Bonners Ferry to Moyie Springs.

From the Archives — Jan. 26, 2023

"It is grand opening weekend at the newly-named D and P Motors and all are invited to stop in for a cup of coffee and bite to eat. Chevrolet, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac are the franchises being carried by the new owners, Russ Docherty and Harv Pedey. They purchased the dealership from the Charles Plums."

Competitive shooting seasons are underway

The Kootenai Valley Rifle and Pistol Club and Junior Rifle Club’s indoor competitive shooting seasons are underway. The clubs compete in area matches and with more distant clubs through a tournament where scores shot on the club's home range are compiled via email.

Don’t be fooled by unfounded claims

In response to the story titled, “City considering LOT to fund the general budget,” I would like to ask that citizens of Boundary County use common sense when this comes up for vote.

Richard Baker, 93

Richard Bruce Baker passed away on January 7, 2023.

Vondee Drumm, 82

Vondee Drumm, 82, passed away on December 23, 2022.

Channing Nagle, 79

Channing “Chan” Eugene Nagel passed away Saturday, January 14, 2023.

2 Badgers place at all girls tournament, Van Tuinstra Duals

Badger girls wrestling competed at the Lady Husky Invite, an all girls wrestling tournament over the weekend with 700 girls and 64 women brackets, two Badgers placed.

BCSD refers to state for improvements for VVE

At the Jan. 23 Boundary County School District meeting, the board took the facility committee's recommendation and will refer to the state on how to repair Valley View Elementary, rather than going for a bond or plant facility levy.

Man charged with two counts of lewd conduct to minors

A Boundary County man is being charged with two counts of lewd conduct with children under 16, both felonies.

Boundary County Calendar - Jan. 26-Feb. 2, 2023

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

Land Board adds new endowment land

18,000 acres of new endowment land benefits public schools, supports idaho’s economy and preserves recreation

It was a deal that the Idaho Department of Lands couldn't refuse. When the state had a chance to bid on almost 18,050 acres of timberland spread across the five northern counties, officials didn't hesitate. “Adding an additional 18,000 acres of timberland to the endowment portfolio increases future revenue for the beneficiaries while also supporting Idaho’s broader economy,” IDL director Dustin Miller said. The land included in the bid package was offered as a package deal and offers good quality timberland, Sharla Arledge, IDL public information officer, said. Proceeds from the sale of endowment cottage sites and commercial real estate were used to pay for the properties.

Legals for January, 26 2023

Badgers come back against Lakeside Knights

With the score 79-75, Bonners Ferry's Trey Bateman took a defensive charge against the Lakeside Knights (7-2) from Plummer, ID, resulting in an offensive charge, no basket and gave the Badgers the defensive stop they needed to win 87-77, on Jan. 20 for Senior Night.

Girl Badgers demolish Knights by 37

For Senior Night, the Badger girls basketball pulled up all the stops defeating the 1A Division II Lakeside Knights on Jan. 20, by a whopping 64-27.

PHD offers Preventing Youth Vaping Event

To find out more about how e-cigarettes are harmful to teens and to have your vape related questions answered, join the virtual event, Ask The Experts: Youth Vaping, Health Harms and How to speak with your child on January 31, 2023 at 5:30 p.m.

PRPD seeking missing juvenile

The Priest River Police Department is looking for missing/runaway juvenile Naphyra Shapland-Reed. Shapland-Reed was last seen at the Sandpoint Middle School around 11:30 a.m. She was last seen wearing a greyish/black coat, blue jeans, and white-and-black shoes.

News outlets join to oppose gag order in Idaho stabbing case

Hagadone News Network among 22 organizations to form coalition

Twenty regional and national news organizations, including the Bonners Ferry Herald and the Hagadone News Network, have formed a coalition to ask a judge to narrow a gag order in the case against a man accused of killing four University of Idaho students.

IDFG has a plan for big game emergencies

People aren’t the only ones who can find it a bit of a struggle when a heavy winter storm rolls through Idaho. Our state’s wildlife, specifically deer, elk and pronghorn, can also find themselves in dire straits during extreme and unusual winter weather.

Tuesday’s Trouble Completes Week 18

Alice Van Gundy got high scratch game 178, third high scratch series 444 and tied for second high handicap game.

Athlete of the Week Jan. 22- 28

Sydney Hinthorn, sophomore, is named Athlete of the Week for Badger girls basketball.

Legislative session beginning to pick up

District 1 legislators discuss local issues, legislations, and concerns in the weekly Notes From Boise column.

Athlete of the Week Jan. 15-21

Brenna Stewart, junior, is named Athlete of the Week for Badger Cheerleading.

Boundary County scholars make fall 2022 honors list

Boundary County scholars make the Fall 2022 Honors list for their respective schools.

Sports Calendar Jan. 19-24

BFHS sports calendar for Jan. 19-24.

Workman named new county coroner

Chad Workman, owner of Bonners Ferry Funeral Home, has been sworn in as the new Boundary County coroner.

Boundary County Court Records - Jan. 19, 2023

Information on local cases in Boundary County

City considering LOT to fund general budget

City officials are pondering putting a local option tax before voters to cover a general fund shortfall caused by a Idaho Supreme Court ruling on how such budgets can be funded.

This Week in History - Jan. 19, 2023

Local history in Boundary County, from Naples to Porthill and From Bonners Ferry to Moyie Springs.

Judith Rickert, 84

Judith Rickert, 84 passed away on January 11, 2023, in Bonners Ferry, Idaho, at the Community Restorium.

Wilma Watkins, 89

Wilma Irene Watkins, 89, passed away on October 13, 2022.

Oma Louise Sanders, 81

Oma Louise Sanders, 81, passed away on December 26, 2022, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s.

Blanche Studer, 89

Blanche Antoinette (Larson) Studer passed away January 15, 2023, in Bonners Ferry, Idaho.

Mary Ula Schaller, 87

Mary Ula Schaller, 87, passed peacefully the morning of January 13, 2023, in the company of family.

Boundary County Calendar - Jan. 19-26, 2023

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

Boundary County’s first baby of 2023

Mckinzie Lucille Pestarino, born through a home water birth on Jan. 12 at 1:26 p.m., is the first baby born in Boundary County this year.

Local man leads slow speed chase, facing charges

A local man led four law enforcement vehicles on a slow-speed chase, crisscrossing and parading through town earlier this month, and by the end, ended with charges of driving under the influence, attempting to elude police, possession of marijuana and the driver being tased.

Sandpoint wins B-Cup, Badgers take fourth in River City Duals

Sandpoint claimed the B-Cup for the seventh time in nine years on Tuesday against Bonners Ferry 47-36.

Idaho's legislative session gets underway

District 1 legislators discuss local issues, legislations, and concerns in the weekly Notes From Boise column

Badger girls fall to Lakeland, out pace Cougars

Junior Payton Sterling scored 21 points, hitting 7 of 11 from the 3-point line, to send the Hawks past the Badgers in a non league game at Hawk Court, finishing 66-37.

Time to adopt the Bring Our Heroes Home Act

America’s servicemembers, past and present, have shown incredible sacrifice and dedication to defending our freedom. We owe it to our nation’s heroes and their families to cut the bureaucratic red tape and continue the effort to identify and recover those who have not yet made it home.

From the Archives — Jan. 19, 2023

This loom is a "Weaver's Friend Loom," patented in 1895. It was owned by Iva May (Hoover) Doll who lived in District No. 2. Iva and her husband, Rena, moved here in 1939. They were married on March 14, 1915, in Superior, Nebraska.

Legals for January, 19 2023

Backwoods Brawl competition coming soon

Bonners Ferry and Timberlake High Schools are set to compete in a soon-to-be annual spirit competition — the Backwoods Brawl — on Jan. 27 in Spirit Lake.

'She would not have survived'

Joree Jimenez, 14, honored for saving woman who had fallen in the snow

Fire Chief saysit’s a pleasure to recognize members of the community “that go above and beyond in their daily lives."

Internet crimes costly for Idahoans

Idahoans aged 50 and older lost more than $10.7 million to internet crimes in 2021, according to a report from the FBI. The real losses may be much higher than what are currently known. Many victims of internet crimes are reluctant to notify law enforcement. “They’re embarrassed because they feel like they should’ve known better,” said Coeur d’Alene Police Capt. Dave Hagar.

Herndon sponsors bill to remove gender considerations from public projects

A bill that would allow contractors in Idaho to disregard a federal executive order barring discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation and gender identity for certain projects was introduced in the Senate State Affairs Committee on Monday morning.

City considering local option tax

Among the ideas generated at a special city council meeting last week was a proposed future vote on a local option tax.

Tuesdays Trouble: Completes weeks 16 and 17 of bowling

Week 16, Elaine Wheeler took it all, high scratch game 201, high scratch series 463, high handicap game 264 and high handicap series 652.

Committee advances bill to change legal definition of abortion

Panel declines to advance bill that sought to remove rape, incest defenses from abortion ban

The Senate State Affairs Committee voted to introduce one of two abortion-related bills sponsored by Sen. Scott Herndon, R-Sagle, that would change Idaho’s legal definition of abortion in what Herndon said was an attempt to address concerns from medical professionals around ectopic pregnancies and other certain medical circumstances. Herndon’s bill to remove the rape and incest affirmative defenses under the state’s abortion ban failed to advance to a print hearing.

Cd’A Airport could see commercial flights

Community members gathered Thursday night at the Stancraft Jet Center to learn about the possibility of a commercial terminal at the Coeur d’Alene Airport. The informational meeting was hosted by Stancraft and Avports, an airport operations management company based in Virginia, which has proposed the development of a commercial use passenger terminal.

NIC amends accreditation response letter

North Idaho College sent an amended response to a warning letter issued last month by its accrediting organization in order to correct an error.

Interim president added to NIC lawsuit

A previously filed lawsuit now alleges that North Idaho College trustees lacked authority to hire interim president Greg South and that South has received “unjust enrichment” as a result.

A white sedan: How police tracked slayings suspect

Authorities say a key piece of evidence in the case of four University of Idaho students stabbed to death in November turned out to be surveillance footage showing a white sedan driving past the victims' home. According to a police affidavit unsealed Thursday, the car drove past three times before the stabbings early on Nov. 13 and was recorded speeding away afterwards. Investigators said they later tracked the car — and eventually, DNA evidence — to Bryan Kohberger, a 28-year-old graduate student in criminology at Washington State University, just across the state border. Kohberger made an initial appearance in an Idaho courtroom Thursday after being extradited from Pennsylvania, where he was arrested last week.

Badger girls out pace Cougars

The Bonners Ferry varsity girls basketball team (8-8) scored nearly twice more than the Cougars of Stillwater Christian on Jan. 13, winning 62-33.

Badger girls take first at Newport Invite

Badger girls wrestling took first place at an all girls wrestling tournament in Newport, Washington on Jan. 14, with all girls placing in the top two.

Badgers hammer Stillwater, 75-36

Bonners Ferry boys basketball (10-1) defeated the Stillwater Christian Cougars by nearly a 40-point margin on Friday, Jan. 13.

Badgers take fourth in River City Duals

The Bonners Ferry boys varsity wrestling team took fourth in the Copper Championship at the River City Duals going 2-3 on Jan. 14.

CASA recruiting volunteers

Court Appointed Special Advocates of Bonner and Boundary County is recruiting volunteers to begin a training class at the beginning of February.

Badger wrestling beats Lions in dual

In the ninth ever dual against Bonners Ferry and Lincoln County wrestling, the Badger boys wrestling defeated the Lions on Jan. 12, 46-33.

Idaho GOP further restricts its closed primary elections

State central committee tabled two other significant rule change proposals

The Idaho Republican Party adopted a rule intended to limit crossover voting in Republican primaries at its winter meeting. The final version is different from the original proposal after amendments from state central committee members. But Republicans at the meeting came away with conflicting interpretations of the rule — including specifics of the waiting period required before certain Republican voters can participate in primary elections.

BCMS evacuated briefly today

The Boundary County Middle School was evacuated earlier today due to reports of a gas smell from staff. School is back in session.

Boundary County Calendar - Jan. 12-19, 2023

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

Law enforcement is selflessly willing to help

As another busy holiday season draws to a close and the new year gets underway, I am reminded of a critical segment of our population, who collectively never take a holiday and individually hopefully get some well-deserved time with their loved ones and needed rest and renewal.

Boundary County Court Records for Jan. 12

Boundary County Court Records from the week of Jan. 12.

Missing wedding ring found

A local man has found a woman’s gold wedding band and is trying to return it to its owner.

Mailing issues delay cease and desist letter

After a delay caused by mailing issues, Boundary County Watchman receives cease and desist letter from Boundary County, ordering them to stop using the county seal.

Sturgeon Travel Center building timeline

At the Jan. 9 Boundary County commissioners meeting, Road and Bridge officials shared the tentatively building timeline for the Kootenai Tribe of Idaho’s Sturgeon Travel Center Plaza located south of Three-Mile junction.

Badgers come close, but fall to Moscow

The Badgers were down by 12 points in the fourth quarter against the Moscow Bears on Tuesday, but pulled with one point with 3:10 left before losing a hard-fought contest, 69-63.

Badger Winter sports Update on 7Bee podcast

Listen to this week's 7Bee podcast covering the Badgers winter sports. The 7Bee podcast is a weekly podcast brought to you by the Bonners Ferry Herald and Bonner County Daily Bee.

Badgers beat Moscow, historic win over St. Maries

Badger boys basketball defeated the Moscow Bears 59-48 on Jan. 10.

Museum hosting fiber arts day

The Boundary County Museum is inviting the community to a fun-filled day of fiber arts demonstrations on Jan. 21.

Donna Plum, 95

Donna Plum passed away on January 6, 2023.

Michael Daniel, 43

Michael Daniel passed away on Jan. 7, 2023.

Alton Sharrow, 74

Alton Sharrow passed away on Jan. 8, 2023.

John A. Brussman, 88

John passed away peacefully on October 30, 2022.

County officials pass the torch

It is the end of an era in Boundary County with four elected officials retiring and passing the torch to the next generation of county leaders.

2023 annual Elk’s Hoop Shoot

Valley View Elementary School held their annual Elk’s Shoot free-throw contest on Dec. 28.

2023 brings in newly elected officials

New elected officials sworn in, many are familiar faces.

Badgers take 11th at Blackhawk Invite

Badger boys wrestling finished eleventh overall with several Badgers placing at the Blackhawk Invite wrestling tournament in Cheney, Washington on Jan. 7.

BCSD explains election information

The Boundary County School District explains the 2023 election calendar that was recently published.

SAR accepting grant applications

Selkirk Association of Realtors is now accepting grant applications for grant awards to be given in June. Applications must be received at the SAR office by April 14.

This Week in History - Jan. 12, 2023

The people, places and events from days gone by in Boundary County.

From the Archives - Jan. 12, 2023

Come joins the fun on Jan. 21 as the museum will be hosting a fun-filled day of Fiber Arts demonstrations, including spinning, weaving, knitting, crocheting, and tatting.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day: What’s in a name?

With the rise of extremist ideologies and a resurgence of the Aryan dream in northern Idaho, perhaps it is time for Idaho to “unbundle” and fully honor the civics rights leader, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Michael Facha, 71

Michael Facha passed away on August 26, 2022, in Bonners Ferry, Idaho.

Timothy Harlan, 65

Timothy Lynn Harlan passed away peacefully on Dec. 30, 2022, at 4 p.m. while surrounded by his family.

County OKs ARPA funds for repairs, updates

Boundary County commissioners approved the use of $25,000 in American Rescue Plan Act funds for locating and mapping Mission Creek Water Association water lines.

Fifth annual Chili cook off

Do you have the best spicy chili recipe, or do you make a savory portion to go along with cornbread? Then come out to the fifth annual Chili Cook-off on Jan. 14.

Hazadovac new board chair at BCH

Elden Koon is stepping down as the Boundary Community Hospital board chairman, Paul Hazadovac is appointed new chair.

Legals for January, 12 2023

Child care crisis deepens

United Way of North Idaho seeks solutions via private, public connections

While the federal poverty level for a family of four in 2019 was $25,750, the average bare-minimum cost of living for a family in Idaho, according to the ALICE Household Survival Budget, was just over $63,000.

Load restrictions enforced in North Idaho

In an effort to reduce damage to roadways, the Idaho Transportation Department has made the decision to restrict several routes in North Idaho.

Athlete of the Week Jan. 8-14

Savannah Rickter, junior, is named Athlete of the Week for Badger girls wrestling.

NIC interim president receives 18-month contract

North Idaho College has committed to paying a minimum of $465,000 per year to its two presidents.

A white sedan: How police tracked slayings suspect

Authorities say a key piece of evidence in the case of four University of Idaho students stabbed to death in November turned out to be surveillance footage showing a white sedan driving past the victims' home. According to a police affidavit unsealed Thursday, the car drove past three times before the stabbings early on Nov. 13 and was recorded speeding away afterwards. Investigators said they later tracked the car — and eventually, DNA evidence — to Bryan Kohberger, a 28-year-old graduate student in criminology at Washington State University, just across the state border. Kohberger made an initial appearance in an Idaho courtroom Thursday after being extradited from Pennsylvania, where he was arrested last week.

Historic win, free throws lead Badgers to victory

It all came down It all came down to Charles Henslee at the free throw line, in an historic win for the Badgers boys basketball team winning 74-68 over the St. Maries Lumberjacks on Jan. 6.to Charles Henslee at the freethrow line, in an historic win for the Badgers boys basketball team over the St. Maries Lumberjacks winning 74-68 on Jan. 6.

Don't wait to buy your 2023 hunting/fishing licenses

A lot of hunters and anglers see the cold, bitter months of January and February as the so-called “off-season.” It’s easy to see why — you step foot outside and instantly need a defroster for your lungs. But with a little bit of mental preparation, the right gear, and (most importantly) an up-to-date hunting and/or fishing license, you can take advantage of every day the calendar gives you and beat that cabin fever, with nearly a dozen hook-and-bullet opportunities around the state.

NIC attorney subpoenas employees, former trustees

North Idaho College attorney Art Macomber issued 15 subpoenas this week to college employees, former trustees and others, seeking documents, emails, public record requests and other digital records related to the hiring of NIC President Nick Swayne.

Idaho Legislature likely to focus on education, property tax

During the legislative preview, Idaho Gov. Brad Little noted that housing affordability is an issue, and said the state has “got room to do some work” on property taxes

U.S. House backs McCarthy as speaker

Idaho's congressmen voted for McCarthy 15 times

The U.S. House elected Kevin McCarthy speaker early Saturday after most of the chamber’s Republicans finally gathered behind him, ending a four-day stalemate that led to the most rounds of voting for a speaker since before the Civil War.

KVRI Jan. 23 meeting

Kootenai Valley Resource Initiative, will have its first meeting of 2023 on Jan. 23 at 7 p.m. at the Boundary County Annex (former Armory).

DNA, other evidence led investigators to Kohberger

Affidavit reveals details of police work done ahead of arrest

Investigators said they used DNA evidence, phone records and surveillance footage to link murder suspect Bryan Kohberger to the killings of four University of Idaho students, according to newly unsealed court documents.

Ross family shares hunting photos

The Ross family shared their hunting photos with the Herald.

2022 in community sports

2022 was a big year in community sports as activities and competitions returned after being postponed due to COVID-19.

Drug case dismissed without prejudice

A drug case with the largest amount of fentanyl recovered in Boundary County was dismissed without prejudice on Jan . 4.

Boundary County Court Records Jan. 5

Boundary County Court Records from the Jan. 5, 2023 edition of the Bonners Ferry Herald.

Badger sports schedule Jan. 6-12

Badger sports schedule for Jan. 6-12.

Idaho slayings suspect agrees to extradition to face charges

A criminology graduate student accused of the November slayings of four University of Idaho students agreed Tuesday to be extradited from Pennsylvania, where he was arrested last week, to face charges in Idaho. Bryan Kohberger, a 28-year-old doctoral student at Washington State University — a short drive from the murder scene in the neighboring state — will be transported to Idaho within 10 days. Wearing a red jumpsuit with his hands shackled in front of him, Kohberger showed little emotion during Tuesday's brief hearing in a Pennsylvania courtroom in which he acknowledged facing four counts of first-degree murder and a burglary charge. He waived his right to fight extradition. His attorney says Kohberger is eager to be exonerated and should be presumed innocent.

Girls back from injuries, see big win

Badger girls basketball had several players out due to injury and had to bring my junior varsity players up to fill gaps during a holiday tournament and game on Jan. 3.

Critchfield: It’s time to get to work

2022 in Idaho brought with it long campaigns and high-profile races in the May primaries and November election. As a result, three of Idaho’s statewide offices have new leaders this week, including the office I now hold, superintendent of public instruction. With the rallies, speeches and debates of campaign season behind us, today – our first full day in office - the real work must begin.

Boundary County Calendar - Jan. 5-Jan. 12, 2023

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

Continuing to work for Idahoans

As the 117th Congress (2021-2022) draws to a close, it is a good time to update Idahoans on some of the legislative and policy changes we made progress on over the past two years. The following are some highlights:

Athlete of the Week Jan. 1-8

Marcus Regehr, senior, is named Athlete of the Week for Badger wrestling.

The gift of the Unicorn, successful toy drive

Organizers thanked the community and a generous donor for their support of the toy drive.

Badgers defeat Knights by 25, holiday tournament

Fresh off the holidays and winter tournament, Badger boys basketball jumped ahead in the second quarter and defeated the East Valley Knights from Spokane, WA on Dec. 3, 73-49.

Flooding at Courthouse

Back from the holiday break, county staff discover flooding in the Boundary County Courthouse on Jan. 3.

Charles Dangel, 76

Charles Dangel passed away on December 23, 2022, in Bonners Ferry, Idaho.

From the Archives, Jan. 5, 2023

This piece of paper is a handwritten note; or invitation, which by the look of it was thumb- tacked onto something - sometime- somewhere.

This Week In History, Jan. 5, 2023

Boundary County history from the week of Jan.5.

Cheryl Dangel, 77

Cheryl Dangel passed away on December 27, 2022, in Bonners Ferry, Idaho.

Watchman told to cease and desist

Boundary County Watchman, a blog and social media site, has been ordered to stop using Boundary County’s official seal.

Looking for first baby of 2023

The Bonners Ferry Herald is looking for the first baby of 2023.

4 Badger champs at Chad. E. Ross tournament

Badger wrestling fought at the Chad. E. Ross tournament on Dec. 30, with four Badgers taking first in their weight class.

Legals for January, 5 2023

When will Moscow homicide suspect be in Idaho? Lawyer, police offer differing views

The recently arrested suspect in the Moscow quadruple homicide has been sitting in a jail more than 2,500 miles from where the University of Idaho students were killed on Nov. 13. But that could change as early as Tuesday night, according to his lawyer in Pennsylvania.

Family of Idaho slaying suspect expresses sympathy, support

The family of a man arrested in the slayings of four University of Idaho students is expressing sympathy for the families of the victims. They also vowed in their statement Sunday to support him and promote "his presumption of innocence." Twenty-eight-year-old Washington State University doctoral student Bryan Kohberger was taken into custody Friday at his parents' home in Pennsylvania. Kohberger's attorney says his client will not fight extradition to Idaho and is eager to be exonerated. His parents and sisters say they "care deeply for the four families who have lost their precious children." They also say they "will love and support our son and brother."