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Athlete of the Week May 28-June 3

David Hammons, a senior, is named Athlete of the Week for Badger baseball.

BFHS Class of 2023 graduation

Bonners Ferry High School Class of 2023 Graduation Ceremony is scheduled for June 3 at 11 a.m. at Mendenhall Stadium, football field, weather permitting.

Second Harvest free food distribution June 2

The fourth Boundary County free food distribution will be happening Friday, June 2. The truck will be at the west end of the Boundary County Fairgrounds. All people who want help with their food needs are welcome.

JUNE NIBJ: Connection: Economic development and real estate

BEDC helps companies find the right Boundary County location

Commercial real estate can be a tough game in Idaho’s most northern county, but that does not deter the Boundary Economic Development Council from assisting businesses in every aspect of development in rural Boundary County.

Bonner man charged with assault, unlawful imprisonment

On Wednesday afternoon, May 24, Boundary County Sheriff’s Deputies, with assistance from the Bonners Ferry Police Department, responded to a 911 call from the area of the Kootenai Wildlife Refuge, where an adult female reported being kidnapped.

Investigation finds no credible threat

Lake City High School target of threatening social media posts

Social media posts threatening there would be a shooting Wednesday at Lake City High School had police and the Coeur d’Alene School District on alert throughout the day, while law enforcement personnel investigated the situation.

Joseph Louis Beaube, 70

Joseph Louis Beaube, 70, passed away on May 13, 2023.

Sylvia Elaine Rasmussen, 84

Sylvia Elaine Rasmussen passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on May 17, 2023, just after her 84th birthday.

Cynthia Leigh Keifer, 65

Cynthia (Cyndi) Keifer passed away on May 15, 2023.

BCSO hosts another successful OHV training

Last week saw a large turnout for the Idaho State Parks and Recreation Off- Highway-Vehicle course provided by the Boundary County Sheriff’s Office.

May 16 election results canvassed

On May 22, the Boundary County Commissioners canvassed and accepted the election results for the May 16 elections.

Hope House fundraising for kid shoes

Boundary County Hope House fundraising to provide new shoes to children in Boundary County as part of the Back to School Bash, a free event for kids to get all the needed supplies to start the school year off right.

Local man sentenced 15 to life for sex crimes

Local man was sentenced to 15 years up to life imprisonment on May 17 in connection to sex crimes against two minors which took place several years ago

Officer impersonation, high speed chase ends in foot race

An Oregon man was arrested following a high speed chase down Roosevelt Street and foot race on May 17.

Boundary County Court Records---Week of May 25

Boundary County Court Records---Week of May 25

BCRCC was open-minded, voted on record

Local media has been quick to allow Rep. Sauter to counter the vote of “No Confidence” by the Bonner County Republican Central Committee. Unfortunately, his droning blather put forth so many issues needing to be answered that 250 words cannot properly address and may take several letters to accomplish.

Sauter seems aligned with Idaho's Democrats

In the debate about Representative Sauter’s failure to accurately represent the Republicans of North Idaho, we seem to have forgotten that he was unable to garner support from even 40% of LD1 Republican voters in last year’s May primary.

Fighting for regulatory relief for Idaho farmers, ranchers

Federal agricultural-related regulation too often results in more time, more paperwork, more money, more ambiguity, more headaches and more stress for those working to get food on our tables without any real benefits for workers, consumers, taxpayers or the environment. Regulations should be carefully thought through and reviewed, with consideration of the farm families charged with integrating these policies into their operations. If the benefits do not considerably outweigh the costs, the regulation is outdated or just too heavy-handed, it should be scrapped.

This Week in History - May 25, 2023

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

From the Archives - May 25, 2023

The former Bonners Ferry Community Hospital was located where the present Restorium stands. My arrival to become part of the nursing staff was in 1954. Drs. R.M. Bowell and F.W. Durose were the only physicians at the time. They were ingenious doing procedures with minimal equipment.

Boundary County Calendar for May 26 - June 1, 2023

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

Boundary County Memorial Day Events

Boundary County Memorial Day Events for 2023.

Downtown Art Walk presented by BFHS students

Bonners Ferry High School Art Walk returns June 2 from 5 to 7 p.m. in downtown Bonners Ferry.

Memorial Day Weekend: Reminder to recreate responsibly

Keeping Idaho’s outdoors pristine and being a good neighbor when you’re out enjoying it is something we can all take pride in.

BFWC members qualify for Nationals and Team Idaho

Nine Bonners Ferry Wrestling Club members qualified to wrestle for Team Idaho at the Idaho State Championship for Freestyle and Greco-Roman wrestling on April 21.

Commissioners reconsider Tractor Supply CUP, approved

After a neighbor asked the county to reconsider the approval of the conditional use issued for the coming Tractor Supply Co. store on Homestead Loop, the Boundary County commissioners held a reconsideration hearing on May 22. The meeting was four minutes long.

3A Track State Championship: Abubakari two-time state champ

Asha Abubakari did it again, taking first in both the discus and the shot put at the 3A Track and Field State Championship.

Waneita Robins, 93

Waneita Robins, 93, passed away on May 3, 2023.

Katherine Elizabeth Raaum, 82

Katherine Elizabeth Raaum, 82, passed away on May 19, 2023.

Legals for May, 25 2023

Correction from 'New director at library, first reconsideration meeting' article

Correction from “New director at library, first reconsideration meeting” article which ran in the May 18 edition of the Bonners Ferry Herald.

Kohberger ‘stands silent’ in U of I student slayings

Judge enters not guilty pleas

Kohberger declined to enter pleas in Latah County District Court, with his defense attorney Anne Taylor telling the judge that they were going to “stand silent” at this time

New director at library, first reconsideration meeting

Boundary County Library has a new director, will be hosting its first reconsideration hearing on four library books at its Thursday, May 18 meeting

KVRC members compete at George Conner Rifle Match

On Saturday, May 6, four members of the Kootenai Valley Rifle Club traveled to Spokane to participate in the 52nd annual George Conner Rifle Match. This match is held on the outdoor range at the Spokane Rifle Club. Using .22 small-bore, single-shot rifles, the course of fire is a Dewar Course, consisting of 20 shots prone at 100 yards and 20 shots prone at 50 yards. Then the shooters continue to shoot a position match at 50 meters, shooting 20 shots in the prone, standing, and kneeling positions.

Waneita Robins, 93

Waneita went to meet her Jesus quietly in the early morning hours of May 3, 2023.

We must focus on shared heath care goals

As Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Finance, I have worked with colleagues on a number of bipartisan health care solutions, ranging from mental health improvements to comprehensive telehealth coverage for seniors and working families. These solutions were also fiscally responsible and reduced the deficit by billions of dollars. Bringing Idaho commonsense to Congress, we can advance additional reforms that improve health care access, affordability and choice for all Americans if my congressional colleagues on both sides of the aisle and the Biden Administration focus on the policies we all support.

McArthur Lake safety project starts Monday

On Monday, May 22, construction will start on U.S. Highway 95 near McArthur Lake to reconstruct the highway and adjust sharp curves.

Lillian Virginia Brackebusch, 92

Lillian Brackebusch recently passed away.

Bonners Ferry Local Option Tax passes

Voters approved the Bonners Ferry local option tax Tuesday with 72% of the vote.

Boundary County Calendar - May 18-25, 2023

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

State Champions: Bayer and Badger girls golf

Braylyn Bayer of Bonners Ferry shot a 9-over 153 to win the 3A girls individual title at Blackfoot Golf Course. Braylyn Bayer was runner-up at state in 2022.

From the Archives — May 18, 2023

If you read “50 Years Ago” in the “This Week in History” column in the newspaper, you read about Ruth Stafford, Leonard Kucera, and Ellen Stuble.

This Week in History - May 18, 2023

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

Softball finishes season at districts

The Badgers fell to Timberlake in the 3A Intermountain League district championship for the one berth to state.

Incumbents win Library election

Incumbents Aaron Bohachek (Zone 3) and William “Lee” Colson (Zone 5) reclaimed their seats for the Boundary County Library Board on May 16.

Baseball loses berth to state, league champs

After winning four of five games against Timberlake during the regular season, the Badger knew the only three games that mattered with districts scheduled May 8-11.

Track and Field Districts: Four Badgers named District Champions

Asha Abubakari, Makenna Baisden, Riley Petesch and Maggie Weaver were named District Champions omMay 11 and 12 at the 3A Intermountain League Districts.

Boundary County Court Documents--May 18, 2023

Boundary County Court Documents for the Week of May 18.

9 BFHS students to receive CTE Diploma

Nine students of the Bonners Ferry High School 2023 graduating class will be the first round of diploma candidates with the Career and Technical Education seal.

Thompson named Scout Master of the Year

Si Thompson with Boys Scout Pack 114, was named the Scout Master of the Year for the Inland Northwest.

Basket winners for Friends of the Restorium

Friends of the Restorium announced their three winners for the annual FOR gift basket raffle. Proceeds go to support FOR mission to support and enhance the life quality of residents at the Boundary County Restorium.

Thanks to all for kindness, card

Thank you to the Bonners Ferry Eagles

2023 National Pet Week poster contest winners

The National Pet Week poster contest winners were announced by the Bonners Ferry Vet Clinic last week.

Joseph Louis Beaube, 70

Joseph Louis Beaube, 70, passed away on May 13, 2023.

Charlotte Fay Morris, 96

Charlotte Fay (Wood) Morris passed away on May 8, 2023.

Legals for May, 18 2023

Badger basketball camps in June

Youth basketball camps are back June 12-15 in Bonners Ferry.

Former NIC employee charged with battery on trustee

A former North Idaho College employee was arrested Tuesday after he allegedly threw a bucket of liquid onto a college trustee.

Grand jury indicts man in 4 University of Idaho stabbing deaths, eliminating need for hearing

Court documents have already detailed much of the investigation that prosecutors say ties Kohberger to the slayings

GSA to Host Public Meeting for the Expanded Porthill POE

Public scoping meeting begins conversation with local community

In compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act, the U.S. General Services Administration will host a public meeting in support of an Environmental Assessment for the expansion and modernization of the Porthill Land Port of Entry In Porthill, Idaho. The public is invited to attend the virtual meeting on May 17 from 5–7pm Pacific Daylight Time.

Softball finishes season at districts

Junior Acacia Pecor did a little bit of everything for the Timberlake Tigers on Wednesday at the best-of-3 series for 3A District 1 against Bonners Ferry on Wednesday.

'Money, power, sex:'Idaho prosecutors asks jury to convict slain kids' mom in alleged doomsday plot

Vallow Daybell never reported the kids missing but continued to collect the survivor benefit checks each child was receiving because of the earlier deaths of their fathers

DUI Task Force present over Mother's Day weekend

In conjunction with the Moyie Mud Bogs this Mother's Day Weekend, the North Idaho DUI Task Force will be conducting an operation in Bonners Ferry and Moyie Springs.

3A IML BASEBALL DISTRICTS: Badgers still in it

Win, or go home. It’s just that simple for the Tigers and Badgers today in Game Three in the best-of-3 championship series for 3A district 1.

No charges for fatal shooting

A Priest River man who fatally shot a suspected car burglar outside a shopping center last month will face no criminal charges.

Boundary County Court Records---May 11

Boundary County Court Records---May 11

May 16 Election information: Library board

Four candidates are vying for two Boundary County Library Trustee positions for Zones 3 and 5 for the May 16 election.

Retain sanity on the library board

I can remember when the late Jim Marx and Sandy Ashworth traveled to the White House to receive the "Best Small Library in America" award from First Lady Laura Bush not that many years ago.

Charles Franklin Quillin, 83

Quillin, Charles Franklin, “Chuck”, 83, passed away on Saturday, April 29, 2023.

BCMS track and field teams win districts, records broken

For the second year in a row, three Boundary County Middle School track and field teams took first place and another took second at the Northern Idaho League Districts on May 5. School records were matched and broken throughout the season.

May 16 Election information: City LOT

On Tuesday May 16, Bonners Ferry city residents will vote on a proposed local option tax of 1% on all taxable goods under $1,000 to pay for law enforcement, fire and street department.

Badger golf sends both teams to state

Both Bonners Ferry golf teams won district titles in the two-team district qualifying for state at the 3A District 1 tournament at Twin Lakes Village, with Badger junior Braylyn Bayer winning medalist honors at 79.

Mendenhall wins BCH Diamond Award

Kristie Mendenhall has been awarded Boundary County Hospital’s bi-annual Diamond Award, celebrating the exceptional compassion and care she provides to patients and their families’ daily, Danielle Larsson Community Relations and Marketing fro BCH said.

Boundary County Calendar - May 11-18, 2023

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

Wilson committed to making a difference

I am writing to wholeheartedly endorse Mary-Esther Wilson as a candidate for the library board position. As a mother of five, Mary-Esther is passionate about children and their education. Her dedication to learning and her intelligence are two of her greatest strengths, and she has used these qualities to proactively fix many issues in our community.

Wilson more than qualified for library post

Mary-Esther Wilson is more than qualified for this position within the community. She has resided and been involved in the community for 10-plus years. If it's time spent in a library, then she more than qualifies.

Choose Colson, Bohachek for library board

Lee Colson and Aaron Bohachek have stood through fire, proving their worth by restoring order to BCL, which is efficiently staffed and fully reopened. At this time, we cannot afford to lose their experience, honesty or integrity.

Bohachek, Colson offer experienced leadership

The upcoming library board election has taken on new importance this year. A vote for Lee Colson and Aaron Bohachek is a vote for experienced and responsible leadership for all people in Boundary County.

Wilson, Clark needed on library board

Boundary County Library is a taxing district supervised and controlled only by the people.

Vote Bohachek, Colson to protect our freedoms

Today I cast my vote for Aaron Bohachek for Zone 3 Library Board. Boundary County residents deserve the right to decide for themselves what books they want to read. It is clear the other candidates don’t understand the purpose of the board and will use their positions to force their religious ideology on all library users, instead of preserving the rights and freedoms of citizens.

Bohachek, Colson have library’s best interests at heart

Do you ever stop and think just how lucky we are to have had all the new people move into Boundary County to save us from ourselves?

We need new voices on library board

A nation cannot be both ignorant and free nor can it be immoral and free. Our public library could and should be an institution for promoting both morality and freedom.

Rita Ann Meindl, 78

On October 18, 2022, Rita Meindl of Bonners Ferry, Idaho, beloved wife of Norm, went to be with her Lord and Savior after several years of illnesses.

Waneita Robins, 93

Waneita Robins, 93, passed away on May 3, 2023, in Moyie Springs, Idaho.

Charlotte Faye Morris, 96

Charlotte Faye Morris, 96, passed away on May 8, 2023, in Bonners Ferry, Idaho, at the Community Restorium.

Voting Information May 16

On Tuesday May 16, city residents have the opportunity to vote on a proposed local option tax of 1% on taxable goods up to $1,000 to fund the police, fire and street departments. Those living in Boundary County Library Trustee Zones 5 and 3 have the opportunity to vote for candidates also at the May 16 election.

From the Archives - May 11, 2023

“Don Avery of Copeland raised a half Hereford, half Simmental bull from the fall of 1972 to spring of 1973.” - BF Herald, May 10, 1973

Badger Sports Schedule May 11- 17

Bonners Ferry High School Sports Schedule for May 11-17

This Week in History - May 11, 2023

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

Local ceremony honored fallen firefighters

A local memorial ceremony was held for Idaho firefighters who have died in the line of duty since 1894, on May 5 at main Bonners Ferry Fire Station.

Legals for May, 11 2023

Districts Game One: Softball sees one hit

Casey Whaley pitched a one-hitter with five strikeouts and two walks as the top-seeded Tigers beat the second-seeded Badgers in Game 1 of a best-of-3 series for the 3A District 1 title and the district’s lone berth to state.

Districts Game One: Badgers fall by two run in extra inning

Seeds mean nothing between these two teams as the No. 2 seed Tigers, who had dropped four of five to the Badgers during Intermountain League play, upended the top seed in Game 1 of a best-of-3 series for the 3A District 1 championship and the district’s lone berth to state.

NIC trustee asks State Board of Ed to intervene

With a decision about North Idaho College’s accreditation on the horizon and board dysfunction continuing, one trustee has asked the Idaho State Board of Education to intervene in the hopes of saving NIC.

District 1 All-Star Track and Field: Abubakari wins discus

Badger athletes held their own at the District 1 Meet of Champions on May 4, facing competition against north Idaho schools of all classifications.

Athlete of the Week May 7-13

Jaydin Falck, a sophomore, is named Athlete of the Week for Badger softball.

Colson running for library board

Incumbent William “Lee” Colson is running for the Boundary County Library Board of Trustees for Zone 5 in Naples.

BCFCH looking for next build

Boundary County Fuller Center for Housing is excited to announce they have come out of hibernation and are starting their next build.

Bohachek runs for reelection at library board

Aaron Bohachek is running for reelection as trustee for Zone 3 in Bonners Ferry for the Boundary County Free Library.

Several accreditation outcomes possible for NIC

The fate of North Idaho College is expected to be revealed in July, when the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities announces whether it will retain accreditation. If the college loses accreditation, it may be impossible to regain.

Fallen Firefighters to Be Honored at National Memorial

The U.S. Fire Service will pay tribute to the lives of firefighters who died in the line of duty in 2022 and in previous years during the 42nd National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service on Sunday, May 7.

Goad retires from BCSO after 25 years

Sergeant Bobby Goad recently retired from the Boundary County Sheriff’s Office after 25 years of service, ending a 35-year career.

Andrews top fundraiser for Kid’s Heart Challenge

Neveah Andrews, a student in Andrea Leach’s fifth-grade class, was the top fundraiser at Valley View Elementary School for American Heart Association’s Kids Heart Challenge fundraiser.

City Pool Swim registration moved online

The city of Bonners Ferry has moved its 2023 swim registration to an online format.

Commissioners support 'swift' grizzly delisting

Boundary County commissioners have approved a resolution supporting the delisting of grizzly bears in the “lower 48” from the Endangered Species List.

County seal is officially trademarked

The Boundary County seal was approved for trademark by the Idaho Secretary of State late last month. The trademark was granted on April 24.

Chase named Bonners Ferry's DYW

Ana Chase was named the 2024 Bonners Ferry Distinguished Young Woman at the “Jurassic Quest” program on Saturday, April 29.

Boundary County Court Records — May 4, 2023

Information on local cases in Boundary County.

Wilson runs for library board

Mary-Ester Wilson is running for Zone 5 (Naples) of the Boundary County Library Board.

Badgers take third at Timberlake Invite

Bonners Ferry junior Asha Abubakari won the shot put and discus, freshman Makenna Baisden won the 400m and junior Riley Petesch won the triple jump as the trio helped the Badger track and field teams to take third at the Timberlake Invitational on April 28.

BCH Health Fair and Fun Run

Boundary Community Hospital and the Fry Healthcare Foundation is hosting a 2023 Health Fair and Fun Run benefiting the Boundary Community Hospital, taking place May 13 at BCH - 6640 Kaniksu Street, Bonners Ferry, ID.

Softball Roundup: Sees some success before Districts

Badger girls softball has been busy competing against region teams seeing some success.

Baseball Roundup: 12-game winning streak, looking to districts

The Tigers and Badgers tuned up for their upcoming best-of-3 series for the 3A District 1 title next week with a pitchers’ duel in their Intermountain League finale.

Waterways safety reminder from BCSO

The Boundary County Sheriff’s Office wants to remind everyone prepping for the waterways about safety.

Athlete of the Week April 30-May 6

Avery Bayer is named Athlete of the Week for Badger girls golf.

Boundary County Calendar - May 4-11, 2023

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

This Week in History - May 4, 2023

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

From the Archives - May 4, 2023

“Spring Into Summer” on Saturday, May 6, 2023, at the museum.

Harry Shearer, 87

Harry Francis Shearer, age 87, was called home to paradise by our Lord and Savior on April 2, 2023. He passed peacefully at home comforted by his family.

Nancy Jean Hill, 69

memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 20, 2023, at Yates Funeral Home – Hayden Chapel, 373 E. Hayden Ave., Hayden, Idaho.

Move is a step in the right direction

We are four months into the 118th Congress, and it is clear we face many challenges in the U.S. Senate and in Idaho. With the federal government’s outsized role in our state, especially in Boundary County, it is more important than ever to ensure the voices of Idahoans are heard in Washington, D.C.

Wilson's high moral character will serve library well

I had the honor of serving with Mary-Esther Wilson on the Library Policy Design Committee beginning in August 2022. It was here that I quickly recognized Mary-Esther's high moral courage and her value-based leadership.

Wilson, Clark are not 'book banners'

Mary-Esther Wilson in District 5 and Lewis Clark in District 3. are running for Library Board seats. They are not "book banners"

Support Wilson for post on library board

I have no doubt that Mary-Esther will bring forth the same dedication and work ethic while discharging her duties as a Boundary County Library trustee.

Legals for May, 4 2023

Outdoor Market Coming to Moyie Springs

An outdoor market is coming to Moyie Springs on Wednesdays and monthly on Saturday.

2023 4th of July Celebration fundraiser

Boundary County’s Fourth of July celebration takes place thanks to the hard work of a team of community volunteers bringing the light show and people all together.

Yellen: U.S. could default as early as June 1

U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen warned Monday that the U.S. could default in as soon as one month if Congress does not act to raise the nation’s borrowing limit — a prediction that prompted President Joe Biden to call a meeting with congressional leaders next week.

Annual United Methodist Women’s community ladies luncheon

The luncheon is scheduled for Thursday May 11 at 11:30 a.m. in Fellowship Hall, United Methodist Church, located on the corner of Lincoln and Denver Streets. S

Badgers slam Kellogg for Senior Night

Bottom of the seventh, bases loaded, two outs and tied 10 all, on the first pitch Trey Bateman launched the ball to back fence for the Badgers (15-6) giving them the win over Kellogg in game one of a double header 11-10 on Friday for Senior Night.

FOR Basket Raffle

The Friends of the Restorium are hosting a basket raffle on Friday May 5 and Saturday May 6 at 10 a.m. at Super One in Bonners Ferry.

Bayer twins top at Kellogg Invite

Bonners Ferry Badger Avery Bayer won her second consecutive golf tournament with a 73, at the Kellogg Invite at Galena Ridge Golf Course on April 27.