While town hall was civil, Fulcher's credit is not

The VFW hall in Sandpoint was full Monday night for Russ Fulcher’s town hall, and I was impressed that a civil discussion resulted. That’s to Fulcher’s credit. His voting record is not.

Fed up? Engage because Idaho needs you

Two different notices got my attention on Jan. 12. One was a notice from Avista stating, “As a natural gas customer, we ask you to conserve gas for the next 24 hours. There is a mechanical issue with a natural gas provider for Avista, affecting our natural gas supply.” Customers were asked to lower thermostats and reduce the use of hot water.

Advocating for rural Idaho schools

The federal government is responsible for the impact of federal land ownership on local communities. Secure Rural Schools and Self-Determination (SRS) Act payments are one way the federal government contributes to meeting this responsibility. Congress must extend the SRS program this year to avoid any lapse in payments as we continue to work toward the goal of a permanent solution that alleviates uncertainty for Idaho counties.

Boundary County Calendar - Jan. 18-29, 2024

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

Registration for DYW program now open

The Distinguished Young Women program is now open for registration for the class of 2025.

BFHS hosts Backwoods Brawl

The Badgers are hosting this year’s Backwoods Brawl at Bonners Ferry High School.

Legals for January, 18 2024

Washington state sues to block proposed merger of Kroger and Albertsons grocery chains

Kroger, which owns QFC and Fred Meyer and is based in Cincinnati, is seeking to acquire Albertsons, which owns Safeway and Haggen and is based in Boise

Conscience Investor Growth Summit coming in March

The Conscience Investor Growth Summit returns for a second year, a three-day refueling station where experts on health, mindset, and wealth-building strategies offer tips and strategies on building financial and personal freedom in a healthy and sustainable way.

BCSD trustee quorum notice

The Boundary County School District board of trustees has noticed the following quorums which will take place over the next month.

Revived library bill advances in Idaho Legislature

The Idaho House of Representatives to vote on replacement to last year’s vetoed library bill

A new bill seeking to prohibit public and school libraries from making “material harmful to minors” available to children under 18 is heading to the floor of the Idaho House of Representatives for a vote.

County Chief Deputy Prosecuting Attorney dies unexpectedly

Boundary County Chief Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Tevis Hull, 63, died unexpectedly on the evening of January 3, leaving a void for the county’s legal department.

Officials share Boundary County DMV updates

Online Renewals? Why are there different totals on my renewal notice?

BCSO K9 team has been recertified

Boundary County Sheriff’s Office K-9 team Buddy and his partner, Corporal Mike Valenzuela have received recertification for the Idaho K9 drug program.

Sheriff responds to criticism of deputy rewards

Claims on social media that the Boundary County Sheriff’s Office has quotas for arrests or infractions are incorrect, BCSO Sheriff Dave Kramer said in response to backlash over new deputy awards.

Tevis Wayne Hull, 63

Tevis Wayne Hull, loving husband, father of 13, and father figure to many more, passed away at age 63 on Wednesday, January 3, 2024.

Air National Guard squadron must be preserved

Preserving Air National Guard fighter units — importantly, the Idaho National Guard’s 190th Fighter Squadron — is a priority as the United States continues to face external threats from adversaries like Russia, China, and Iran.

This Week in History - Jan.. 11, 2024

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

Boundary County Calendar - Jan. 11-18, 2024

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

Legals for January, 11 2024