Sex offender requests reduced sentence, denied

A local man convicted on a lewd conduct charge over 30 years ago was denied a reduction of his sentence last week.

Timberlake girls win league and districts, off to state

After playing a couple of nail-biters earlier this week, the Timberlake Tigers looked like, well, the Timberlake Tigers on Thursday.

Boundary County Calendar - Feb. 15-25, 2024

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

Roger Doering, 84

Roger Lee Doering (Big Roger) passed away from end-stage renal failure surrounded by family on January 9, 2024.

Complaint alleges auto dealer creates ‘traffic hazards’

A local man has filed a complaint against a local business operation claiming its operations violate city and state code, while also being a “traffic hazard.”

Commissioners host town hall to discuss issues

Boundary County commissioners hosted a town hall on Jan. 18 to share the work they have done the past year and to explain how tax dollars are spent and the different functions of county departments.

Boundary County Court Records - Feb. 12, 2024

Boundary County Court Records for the week of Feb. 15.

Legals for February, 15 2024

Certain sex crimes against children could carry death penalty in Idaho

Sex crimes against children could be punishable by death under a new bill that Idaho House Republican legislators passed Tuesday.

Prioritizing safety at school bus stops

Boundary County School District has received reports of unfamiliar individuals near school bus stops and is asking students, parents and guardians to be alert when waiting for the bus.

House Bill 415 and District 1 schools

District 1 legislators discuss local issues, legislations, and concerns in the weekly Notes From Boise column.

Angel’s kindness will be paid forward

A heartfelt thanks from this senior man. I was reminded of the goodness in people when I was shopping for sanitary products for my wife at Super 1 Foods.

The emperor isn't wearing any clothes

Based on what I have seen of our emperor’s actions in the Idaho Senate, it is high time that we stand up and use our power of the vote to tell Mr. Herndon he has no clothes on! After all, there is an alternative to turn to who has no preconceived notion of being emperor – Jim Woodward.

Bill to protect public land, water access clears Senate panel

Legislation inspired by Camp Bay Road controversy

State lawmakers advanced a bill Tuesday that seeks to protect public access to Idaho’s lands and waters if a local government decides to vacate a roadway. If a public right-of-way provides access to state lands or waters, Senate Bill 1258 would require counties and highway districts to obtain equivalent replacement access for the public before deciding to vacate it.

Man again arrested on trespass charge

The Bonner County commissioners’ regular meeting was delayed Tuesday by almost half an hour after Dave Bowman — who was trespassed from the building Jan. 26 for disruption and perceived threats — arrived at the meeting despite the ban.

Legals for February, 8 2024

4-H Fridays filling need for Boundary County parents

It’s been several years since Boundary County School District 101 switched to a four-day week, closing on Fridays for budgetary reasons.

Boundary County presidential caucus March 2

Idaho Republicans will hold a presidential caucus on March 2, rather than a regular presidential primary due to a faux pas during the 2023 legislative session.

JFAC sending weekly budgets to the floor

District 1 legislators discuss local issues, legislations, and concerns in the weekly Notes From Boise column.

Elect Jim Woodward as District 1 state senator

I've been a registered Republican for 8 years and my husband Orrin is a Democrat but we're both more interested in the candidate's character, voting record and positions on issues rather than party affiliation.