Youth does well on season's opening day

Tycen Koberstein, 11, is pictured with a 6x7 bull scoring 337 that he shot on opening day of rifle season in North Idaho with his dad Ryan Koberstein and Uncle Trevor Koberstein.

Absentee request deadline Friday for Nov. 7 elections

The deadline to apply for an absentee ballot for the Nov. 7 election is Friday, Oct. 27. Registered voters can request an absentee ballot at www.VoteIdaho.gov through 5 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 27. Completed ballots must be returned to county elections offices by mail, in person, or in an official ballot drop box by 8 p.m. on Election Day.

Tribes call for U.S., Canada to address Kootenai Watershed pollution

The Ktunaxa Nation and the Kootenai Tribe of Idaho are calling on the U.S. and Canada to immediately address pollution in the Kootenai Watershed.

Boundary County Christmas gift exchange announced

The Boundary County Christmas gift exchange is coming to town.

Badgers only give up one goal at state tournament, earn sportsmanship award

In the first round of the state championship, Bonners Ferry and American Falls had to head to penalty kicks to decide the game after the teams were tied 0-0 in regular time.

Football: Timberlake takes League, Badgers season ends

Cooper Lenz scored three touchdowns, including two on the ground, and the Timberlake Tigers overcame a slow start to steamroll the Bonners Ferry Badgers 66-28 to win the Intermountain League title on Friday, Oct. 20, at Kenny Mendenhall Stadium.

McGrane pays visit to local elections office

With local elections just around the corner, Idaho Secretary of State Phil McGrane makes it clear that the system is safe, secure, and ready for Tuesday. McGrane, who toured North Idaho in advance of the Nov. 7 local elections, said the visits allowed him to touch base with county clerks and discuss election operations to ensure they have what they need for Tuesday.

Council to start over search for golf manager

At the last Bonners Ferry City Council meeting, the board voted to start over in its search for a new golf course manager. Tuesday at a special meeting, they discussed how to make that happen.

Badger Volleyball wins districts, returns to state

The Badgers volleyball team swept the Timberlake Tigers at 3A Intermountain League district competition best-of-three matches and are state-bound as the No. 7 seed.

Buddy Hall memorial fund to honor beloved cat

Sometimes, a single event will take place that can change a life forever.

BCH Celebrates Physical Therapy Month with Expanded Services

October is Physical Therapy Month, and Boundary Community Hospital said the hospital is proud to reiterate its commitment to providing exceptional physical therapy services to the community.

Halloween Safety Tips from SFPD

Before you send out your trick-or-treaters check out these safety tips provided by South Boundary Fire Protective District.

Volley for a Cure fundraiser brings in over $4,800

Community members and sports fans alike came out in pink in support of Volley for a Cure and the battle against cancer.

Boundary County Court Records---Oct. 26

Boundary County Court Records from the week of Oct. 26

McGrane: Idaho won't be the next California

Says state is becoming more and more firmly Republican

McGrane said nearly 70 percent of those who have moved to Idaho are affiliating as Republicans. In Kootenai County, 72% of new arrivals are registering as Republicans.

Sheriff investigates complaint against Reinbold's absences

The West Bonner County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a criminal complaint against West Bonner School District trustee Troy Reinbold for nonfeasance as a public official. The West Bonner school board has been unable to have a meeting because Reinbold has been absent, and therefore, school business has ground to a halt. The five-member board was reduced to three following the August recall of two board members. The board needs three for a quorum to meet.

XC off to districts, overcoming injury

Badger cross country is set to compete at District I 3A championships at Farragut State Park on Thursday.

HOMECOMING: Football earns needed shutout victory over the Maniacs

Three touchdowns in the first six minutes of a shutout game is just the Homecoming the Bonners Ferry Badgers (3-5) dreamed of and needed at this point in the season.

The freedom from want

Task force notes Food Scarcity Month

The United Nations Declaration of Human Rights recognizes rights that every person has by birthright in the human race. Four of the most basic human rights are the freedom of speech, the freedom of worship, the freedom from fear and the freedom from want.

This Week in History - Oct. 19, 2023

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