Six Sandpoint Strikers FC teams medal at Pend Oreille Cup

Over 130 teams from Idaho, Washington, Montana, and Canada competed in the 42nd annual Pend Oreille Cup.

Search for missing man suspended

The Boundary County Sheriff's Office and the Boundary Search & Dive Rescue Team have suspended their search for Mark Brackebusch, 73, who was reported missing on Aug. 31. Brackebusch is believed to have been in the forest since around Aug. 25.

Remembering September 11, 2001

Saturday, Sept. 8, 2001: Bill and I went to the airport to pick up his son, Billy, and wife, Margie. They had flown in for a visit from Minneapolis, Minnesota. Margie was worried about flying because she was afraid they might get hijacked on the way. We all laughed at the idea of anyone hijacking an airplane in this day and age.

Sign initiative petition at farmers market

Come to Bonners Ferry Farmers Market at the city parking lot the next two Saturdays — Sept. 9 and Sept. 16, 9:30-11:30 a.m. for information about the Open Primary initiative — or to sign the petition carried by volunteers.

SOCCER: Badgers sweep Grangeville, tough matchups on horizon

Badger girls soccer (3-0) remains undefeated and beat the Grangeville Bulldogs on Friday September 1, 2-0.

XC veterans see great gains, new runners get moral boost

Badger cross country veterans saw great gains at the Post Falls River Run at Kiwanis Park on Thursday, Aug. 31.

Legals for September, 7 2023

WBCSD special meeting prompts concern

A special West Bonner school board meeting set for Wednesday is drawing community concerns as well as that of an attorney representing two Bonner County voters granted a restraining order prohibiting the board from making any decisions that bind the board financially or contractually.

From the Archives — Aug. 31, 2023

C.D. Simonds announced yesterday that he decided to construct a second story on his brick building on the corner of Main and Bonner Streets. The brick work on the addition to the Simonds building on Bonner Street is completed.

BOUNDARY COUNTY EXCELLENCE: Two men receive honors for fending off fire

Two local men have been honored by the Boundary County Sheriff’s Office for their role in fighting a fire off of Homestead Loop on July 31.

Support policies that enhance environment, economy

Idaho is fortunate to be home to some of our nation’s most unique landscapes and vast natural resources. I am dedicated to protecting our environment in a manner that ensures the vitality of our forests and rangelands, protects the rights of property owners and addresses the economic needs of our rural communities.

SEASON OPENER: Many Badgers run their first race

Badger cross country took part in their first meet on Saturday, Aug. 26, and, for many it was their first 5K race.

SEPT NIBJ: Boundary County a haven for manufacturing

Manufacturing is the second-largest industry in Boundary County, behind the government sector. It is growing in Boundary County and is No. 3 of the top 10 employers in the county.

Initial WBCSD forensic audit delayed

SOS non-profit filing draws concern

Initial results from a forensic audit of the West Bonner County School District have been postponed as the auditing firm waits for additional documentation. To prepare the preliminary report, Waldren said the firm needed all data for the audit period of 2018 to 2023 by Aug. 1. However, as of Aug. 25 — the date Eide Bailly planned to deliver the report — some of the data needed had yet to be given to the firm. Also, a Secretary of State filing listing the district as a non-profit has raised concern that some on the WBCSD board are attempting to convert at least part of the district into a charter school. District officials said that is not the case and is merely an effort to move the audit forward.

Voter turnout expected to double in West Bonner recall election

Bonner County officials expect twice the voter turnout for next week’s recall election than two years ago, when the school board trustees were first elected. “There’s huge interest in this,” said Bonner County Clerk Michael Rosedale. Embattled West Bonner chairman Keith Rutledge and vice chairwoman Susan Brown will learn their fate Tuesday when five voting precincts close at 8 p.m. Displeased patrons and parents mounted an effort to recall them following the controversial hiring of new superintendent Branden Durst.

Towns could save themselves from wildfire — if they knew about this money

U.S. Forest Service is distributing $1 billion to help communities protect themselves during fire season

There’s actually a huge pot of federal money available to communities across the country — an unprecedented amount that would allow towns to quickly tackle work that otherwise would take decades. But local leaders in Packwood, which has fewer than 1,200 residents, and some other areas say they haven’t heard of the program, and most haven’t drafted the protection plans needed to apply for grants.

Class of ‘56 holds 67th reunion

The Bonners Ferry High School class of 1956 recently held their 67th class reunion.

BOUNDARY COUNTY EXCELLENCE: Trio makes Eagle Scout

Johnny Upshaw, Josiah Martin, and Jason Colgrove, three members of Bonners Ferry Boy Scout Troop 114, received their Eagle Scout rank at the Tango Cafe in Sandpoint on July 22.

Commissioners seek right-of-way for trail system

Boundary County commissioners have reached out to the Idaho Transportation Department to acquire the old North Hill right-of-way for use of a county-city trial system. A letter was sent to ITD officials on Aug. 14.

Legals for August, 17 2023