Teddy V. Ellis

Teddy V. Ellis passed away on Jan. 27, 2024.

This Week In History - Feb. 29, 2024

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

Partners sought for summer lunch program

While the calendar reminds us that we’re in the heart of winter, the warmth of summer will be upon us before we know it. For many of us, that means backyard cookouts and fresh produce from the garden. But for some Idaho children, summers can mean a lack of food. When they’re dismissed from class on the last day of school, students lose access to regular lunchroom meals. In some cases, these school-day vitamins and nutrients are their most reliable source of nutrition.

Boundary County Calendar - Feb. 29-March 10, 2024

Upcomimg events, activities, and meetings taking place in Boundary County.

BCL has found first ‘Book Nerd’

Marsha Semar has been awarded the first “Book Nerd” T-shirt for completing the adult reading program through the Boundary County Library.

‘Through the Eyes of a Friend’ being held March 15

Area residents are invited to bear witness to the life of Anne Frank and all young people who grew up during the Holocaust at an upcoming Living Voices program.

Festival of Hearts raises over $53,000 for BCC

The Fry Healthcare Foundation’s annual Festival of Hearts gala was a resounding success, raising a total of $53,047.50 to support the purchase of a new EKG machine for Boundary Community Clinics.

County buys former Safeway building

Last Tuesday, Feb. 20 the Boundary County commissioners approved the purchase of the former Safeway building, located on First street for approximately $700,000.

MARCH NIBJ: Idaho LAUNCH, employee training resource

Idaho LAUNCH provides training opportunities for Idaho residents, whether they are looking for courses to boost their resume or enter a new industry.

Legals for February, 29 2024

Trump wins South Carolina

Easily beats Haley in her home state and closing in on GOP nomination

Lowman announces candidacy

Chuck Lowman, a District 1B candidate for the Idaho House of Representatives, is focusing his campaign on three areas: education, economy, and efficient government.

NAMI Far North sets sights on new 'Clubhouse'

Facility will provide recovery-based programs in region

To kickstart efforts, a fundraiser for the Sand Creek Clubhouse is planned for Feb. 29 at the Heartwood Center in Sandpoint. The event, which will be held from 6-7:30 p.m., will include refreshments, presentations from a Clubhouse international representative, and a special guest appearance from Evergreen Clubhouse members in Spokane, the next closest facility.

Badger girls reclaim District 1-2 title, six off to state

Badger girls wrestling reclaimed the District I-II team title on Feb. 15, in Spirit Lake with fiver wrestlers competing in the championship round, and Neveah Therrien (107) and Savannah Rickter (152) claiming the championship.

Martha Mae Penner, 91

Martha Mae Penner, 91, of Moundridge, Kansas, passed away Monday, February 19, 2024, at the Moundridge Manor.

Break barriers at the 9B Ladies Event

Boundary County women will gather together to break mindset barriers at the 9B Ladies Event on March 10 at the Kootenai River Inn.

May matters so remember to vote

Maybe you’ve already seen the "May Matters" signs around the area? What the signs say is true, especially now. This May does matter. May 21 is the date for the Idaho Primary election when all 105 state legislative positions will be decided.

Boundary County Calendar - Feb. 22-March 3, 2024

The events, activities and meetings taking place in Boundary County over the coming week.

Ballot battle looming in North Idaho

Parties at odds over open primary initiative, ranked-choice voting

Mayville said it would create a nonpartisan primary. Anyone would have the right to cast a primary ballot, regardless of party affiliation. All candidates would be on the same ballot.

Budget turmoil spills out into the open

District 1 legislators discuss local issues, legislation, and concerns in the Bee's weekly Notes From Boise column.