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.

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

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

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.

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.

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.

Richard Baker, 93

Richard Bruce Baker passed away on January 7, 2023.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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 Sports Calendar Jan. 26- Jan. 31

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

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.

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.

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.

Legislative session beginning to pick up

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