Harlynn Albert, 6 weeks

Harlynn Wren Albert passed away on December 31, 2023.

Barbara Joan Helbach, 95

Barbara Joan Helbach passed away peacefully on Christmas morning, Dec. 25, 2023, in Sandpoint, Idaho.

Give blood and be entered to win a gift card

Vitalant is hosting a blood drive in the community on Tuesday, Jan. 16, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints; and on Saturday, Jan. 20, from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on the bus at Safeway

Boundary County Court Records - Jan. 11, 2024

Boundary County Court Records for the week of Jan. 11, 2024.

Legals for January, 11 2024

PREP BASKETBALL: Bateman flirts with triple-double

Bonners Ferry's Asher Williams and Trey Bateman combined for 58 points in a non-league win over 4A Sandpoint at Les Rogers Court on Wednesday.

Secrecy surrounding the defense secretary's hospitalization has put the White House on the defensive

The prolonged focus on a senior official's medical secrecy is also shedding an unwelcome spotlight on Biden's own health

COLLEGE NOTEBOOK: Driggs having breakout senior year at Whitworth

Now, in her senior year at Whitworth, she’s making a huge impact for the Pirates.

PREP NOTES: Sandpoint girls No. 2 in statewide media poll

Sandpoint and Bonners Ferry girls, boys basketball face off at home this Wednesday.

Little sets school buildings, water infrastructure and transportation as top priorities

Idaho Gov. Brad Little has unveiled a plan to boost Idaho's education, water and transportation infrastructure during his annual "State of the State" address. Little presented his proposal to lawmakers gathered at the Statehouse for the first day of the legislative session Monday. He says too many of Idaho's school buildings are neglected and falling apart, and said a $2 billion investment in school facilities over 10 years would serve as a form of long-term property tax relief. Idaho's school facilities are largely funded through property taxes, and districts often must ask voters to approve levies to fix leaky roofs or otherwise improve buildings. Little also proposed funding to improve transportation and boost water capacity during drought.

Tevis Wayne Hull, 63

Tevis Wayne Hull, 63, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, January 3, 2023, in Sagle, Idaho.

Feeding backyard deer and elk does more harm than good

It may seem like you’re helping, but handouts for wintering deer and elk ultimately harm the animals and people.

Harold Owen Stephenson, 74

Harold O. Stephenson, 74, passed away on Dec. 24, 2023.

Robert Earl Branson, 51

Robert “Bob” Earl Branson passed away Dec. 19, 2023.

Delia Coble Garrison, 69

Delia Coble Garrison, 69, passed away peacefully on Dec. 24, 2023.

ITD informs on plow strikes

Exercising caution around snow plows can play a strategic role in the success of local storm management, state transportation officials said.

Experience the Scotchmans’ winter wonders

To make sure everyone gets out and enjoys the outdoors, the Friends of Scotchman Peaks Wilderness offers plenty of free guided hikes this winter, so bust out those snowshoes and trekking poles and fill your thermos with hot cocoa. Whether you’re new to snow hiking or a seasoned alpinist, the Friends have an adventure for you.

NICA gains state approval for 2025 opening

American Classical Schools of Idaho gained state approval in mid-December to open its third Idaho school in the span of six years. North Idaho Classical Academy will be located near Bonners Ferry and is scheduled to open in August 2025. The other two schools are Treasure Valley Classical Academy in Fruitland and Idaho Novus Classical Academy in Eagle.

Legals for January, 4 2024

Prosecutors to attend all BOCC meetings

Bonner County prosecutors will now be required to attend all Bonner County commissioners’ regular business meetings, including executive sessions, after a motion was approved Tuesday morning.