Robert 'Bob' Henry Neumeyer, 93

Bob Neumeyer, 93, passed away on January 19, 2024.

Remember, educate and celebrate Black History Month

Imagine millions of people stolen from their homes and sent to a foreign land, hundreds at a time shackled tightly together naked in chains, unable to move in the bottom of ships sailing across the ocean. Those still alive when they reached their destination were taken to auction and sold like cattle. People owning human beings as their own possessions, resulting in enslaved people trying to escape their captors by taking dark perilous journeys towards freedom.

This Week in History - Feb. 1, 2024

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

Alleged arsonist changes plea

A Boundary County man charged with two counts of arson in 2022, pled guilty earlier this month to one count in the case as part of a plea deal.

Boundary County Calendar - Feb, 1-11, 2024

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

NBVFD acquires land for future expansion

The North Bench Volunteer Fire District’s Station 1 will be on the move soon as new property has been purchased by the expanding district.

Legals for February, 1 2024

Meta, TikTok and other social media CEOs testify in heated Senate hearing on child exploitation

Zuckerberg stayed on message and repeated that Meta's job is to “build industry-leading tools” and empower parents.

NW Specialty, Providence expand pregnancy care in NI

Hospitals collaborate for easier access to advanced perinatal care

Northwest Specialty Hospital and Providence are working together to bring advanced imaging and perinatal services to North Idaho so local families won’t have to travel for specialty care.

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: What shot clock? What new foul rules?

One was the addition of a 35-second shot clock, which will be used at state tournaments this season for the first time. Most schools, particularly the larger schools, are using the shot clock in the regular season and postseason, in preparation. It’s not required during the regular season yet, but …

Badger Nation comes out for Backwoods Brawl

Badger pride was on full display at the Backwoods Brawl, a multi-sport event, cheer and band contest, and overall spirit competition, held annually against Intermountain League opponent Timberlake.

Legislative session gets off to a quiet start

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

Boundary County Calendar - Jan. 25-Feb, 1, 2024

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

Little League returns to Boundary County

After a 10-year hiatus, Boundary County Little League is back.

Legals for January, 25 2024

NIC ordered to turn over Swayne report

A judge ordered North Idaho College to turn over an investigative report to college president Nick Swayne by 5 p.m. Monday.

Lawmakers recommend 3% state pay raises

A legislative committee is recommending what could amount to a 3% raise for state employees. The proposed raises don’t affect public schools, since K-12 salaries are set locally. But the pay recommendations apply to the state’s colleges and universities — which have used student tuition and fees to cover portions of the raises.

Hivelights w/ Max Oswald: Clark Fork’s annual 3-on-3 tournament was a blast from the past

This year, the 3-on-3 tournament saw the most teams ever with eight making the trip.

Legislative session gets under way

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

County road project nets funding

A host of local road projects recently received grant funding from the state as part of Idaho's Strategic Initiatives Program.