Baseball: Bonners Ferry finishes season, Timberlake off to state

The Timberlake Tigers didn’t waste any time wrapping up its second straight 3A District 1 baseball title on Thursday, May 9.

Boundary County Calendar - May 16-26, 2024

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Legals for May, 16 2024

Sandpoint farmer wins $2,000,000 on Powerball

Nathan Wood had stopped in to check fuel pump

When the fuel pump on Nathan Wood’s truck started making strange noises last Monday he pulled into the nearest gas station to see if he could figure out what the problem was.

JUNE NIBJ: Rotary donates book vending machines at Mt. Hall

The Rotary Club of Bonners Ferry donated a book vending machine to Mt. Hall Elementary School, including $600 worth of books in the beginning of May.

Hike challenge shines light on mental health awareness

Connecting people to the benefits of spending time in nature lies at the heart of the missions of both Kaniksu Land Trust and Ethan Murray Fund. With a shared vision of fostering healthier, more resilient communities, these partners are coming together to present the upcoming "Hike for Ethan" hiking challenge event at Pine Street Woods during Mental Health Awareness Month.

Hearings in Kohberger case could help set trial

Now, 18 months since the homicides, the case already has cost Idaho taxpayers more than $3.6 million, an Idaho Statesman investigation found.

BASEBALL: Districts, Timberlake wins Game 1, by 1 run

Caden Robinett of Timberlake and Trey Bateman of Bonners Ferry locked up in another pitchers’ duel Wednesday in Game 1 of a best-of-3 series for the 3A District 1 baseball title

SOFTBALL: Timberlake wins Game 1 of Districts

Alycia Cameron, Reese Allaway and Acacia Pecor each delivered two-run singles in an 11-run first inning, and the host Tigers went on to rout 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.

North Idaho counties report increase of sexual assault

As reports of sexual assault increase throughout North Idaho, advocates, law enforcement and prosecutors are working to keep up.

Local ensemble performs at Carnegie Hall

Bonners Ferry's Boundless vocal ensemble performed to a standing ovation on April 22, at New York City’s Carnegie Hall. The 16 singers from the group were invited, along with other choirs from across the U.S., to present works by composer Ola Gjeilo. This was their second Carnegie Hall appearance.

Schuman is best choice for sheriff

I witnessed Deputy Schuman on the scene of a volatile property dispute.

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Boundary County Court Records - May 9, 2024.

Boundary County Court Records for April 13-19, 2024.

This Week in History - May 9, 2024

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

Boundary County Calendar - May 9-19, 2024

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Political tactics and labels

I have sat by somewhat idly watching decent folks running for political office being attacked, labeled or falsely accused of things of which they are not guilty. Unfortunately, I can honestly say "I know what its like."

Travis Stolley responds to financial history and qualifications

Boundary County Sheriff candidate Travis Stolley is disputing claims on social media questioning his ability to hold the office due to his past financial history and training on April 26.

Commissioners adjourn P&Z code enforcement public hearing

Boundary County commissioners adjourned Monday’s public hearing on planning and zoning code enforcement ordinance, saying it needs to be brought back to the P&Z commission.

Election letter deadline set

No letters on the May 21 primary election will be accepted after 5 p.m. on Tuesday, May 14. No election-related letters above 250 words will be published to ensure there is room to run all letters that meet guidelines.