Community unites against hate at forum

“We need to recognize that our differences among us make us stronger,” U.S. Attorney Josh Hurwit told over 170 Bonner and Boundary residents in the Heartwood Center on Nov. 14. “We need to listen to one another,” he said via Zoom on a big screen on the stage behind the in-person speakers. “I hope you’ll accept today’s program in the spirit with which it was intended.” U.S. Departmentt of Justice officials based in Boise, Coeur d’Alene and Seattle along with human rights task force members from both counties explained how they work to prevent and combat and hate crimes.

Bonner board chair fires back during town hall meeting

As he fights to remain a school trustee, West Bonner board chairman Keith Rutledge reiterated his support of new superintendent Branden Durst, and pointed to current problems he’s trying to correct with student performance and school culture.

DYW Participants 5-8 announced

The Bonners Ferry Distinguished Young Women Scholarship Program is slated to have 14 junior girls participants. Participants 5-8 are as follows.

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Supreme Court mulls federal water rules in Priest Lake case

Case could provide opportunity for court to rein in what types of waters are subject to a provision of Clean Water Act known as ‘Waters of the United States’

The U.S. Supreme Court opened its term Monday with an Idaho case that could significantly restrict the federal government’s power to enforce clean water laws and prove crucial in determining wetland protections. The oral arguments came just months after the court’s 6-3 conservative majority limited executive authority to address climate change in a case involving federal regulation of greenhouse gases. The clean water case, brought by an Idaho couple seeking to build a house on a plot of land they bought near Priest Lake in the state’s panhandle, provides an opportunity for the court to rein in what types of waters are subject to a provision of the Clean Water Act known as “Waters of the United States.”

Violet “Vi” Robertson, 91

Funeral services for Violet “Vi” Robertson, 91, of Mellette are scheduled for Monday, April 7, 2014, at 10:30 a.m. at the Northwestern United Methodist Church in Mellette.

Soldier served in secret WW II unit

During World War II, Charles Brittenham taste-tested food for poison and contaminants before it was shipped to the soldiers fighting overseas.

BRIEF: Explosive Device

It’s not every day you find a glass jar filled with four half-sticks of dynamite.

Jacob's expands business

Jacob’s Automotive & Repair renamed themselves to include their expanding business, Jacob’s Auto Parts, Feed & Farm.

County nets grant to improve broadband internet

BONNERS FERRY — Boundary County was recently notified by the Idaho Department of Commerce that 12 broadband internet projects submitted by the county under the Idaho Broadband grant program have been approved. Funding for the projects total more than $1.3 million, Andrew O’Neel, director of the Boundary County Office of Emergency Management and county public information officer, said in a press release.

Historic Pearl Theater brings the community together

Along with rugged beauty and vast outdoor experiences, Bonners Ferry is known for its quaint charm and long history. Among the historic buildings in the city’s limits, the Pearl Theater stands proudly on Ash Street overlooking the Kootenai River.

Badger cheer wins two bids to state

Badger cheerleading is heading to the state tournament and will compete in show and stunt routines on Feb. 10, after winning these categories at districts.

Submit business reviews for visitor guide

The Herald team is asking you to submit reviews of your favorite local businesses for the 2024 Boundary Visitor's Guide, to be published in June. Business owners are also encouraged to share their reviews.

Valley View Jog-A-Thon

Valley View Elementary students, last Thursday,  ran a Jog-A-Thon in support of the Community Walkabout program.

Friends of Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge

Friends of the Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge’s board is hosting an informational program on Thursday, Nov. 18 at 7 p.m. at the refuge.

Kootenai Valley Resource Initiative

MEETING NOTICE: KVRI Board May 15, at 7 p.m. at the Boundary County Extension Office, The Agenda will include a Forest Service presentation of the Program Review for the Collaborative Forest Landscape Restoration Project (CFLRP) and a discussion of potential changes in targets. The Project ends in 2019. Please give me a call if you have any questions 208-267-3519. patty@kootenai.org

Summer Robotics at the Library

Summer robotics visits the Boundary County Library on Tuesdays and Thursdays with local robotics team, Alpha+ 2130 mentors.

Dave Kramer

1. My decision to run for Sheriff is based on my commitment and desire to continue to serve the residents of Boundary County. I have been involved with law enforcement in Boundary County for over 40 years and my training and experience will be used to make a positive difference in the direction of the Sheriff’s Office. My goal is to have a proactive, community-involved, professional Sheriff’s Office that serves all of Boundary County.