When life feels rigged

The customer behind me joined the conversation, “You can have my tickets if you want to wait for them.” He’d overheard my plans for the million dollars we plan on winning through the grocery store’s Monopoly game and showed support. As I stood aside, an attempt to give the customer privacy while checking out, the level of awkward rose and I contemplated my “why”. Why would someone subject themselves to discomfort for something trivial? What felt like hours later and with more game pieces in hand I headed home with an answer to my “why”.

Questions in inmate death need answered

Well the ball has dropped and the dust is settling again. Yes, I mean another has died at the Boundary County Jail.

Travis Stolley responds to financial history and qualifications

Boundary County Sheriff candidate Travis Stolley is disputing claims on social media questioning his ability to hold the office due to his past financial history and training on April 26.

Teaching music hits the right notes for Novinger

Glenda Novinger, who has been teaching music for nearly 40 years, proudly displays her students on her wall above the piano. Each student is recognized once they complete a book or play in a recital.

BCSD's Walter retiring after 32-year career

Brenda Walter has dedicated her life to making a positive influence on Bonners Ferry’s youth. After 32 years of working in education, she plans to retire in September as Bound-ary County School District’s curriculum director.

Friend saves woman during a fire on Cedar Street

BONNERS FERRY — Adrianne Louviers said she may not have been alive if her friend had not kicked down the door of her apartment when the building caught fire early Monday morning.

Michael J. Plantz, 68

Michael J. Plantz recently passed away.

Court: Man must speak to students on distracted driving

Meet the Herald's Jennifer Wright

Jennifer Wright is the display advertising account manager for the Bonners Ferry Herald, a full-time role she began on April 1.

Zachary Raaum Mr. Bonners Ferry High School Participant #15

Zachary Raaum, also known as “Crash”, enjoys hunting in his spare time. His dream job is to be a welder or mechanic. Zach describes himself as wicked cool, and says that his killer driving makes him the manliest man. Teresa and Duane are Zach’s parents and he has two sisters, Tori and Courtney. Zach brought his hobby, hunting, to the stage for the talent portion of the show. His lip sync song was “You Belong With Me” by Taylor Swift. His pick-up line of choice is: “On a scale from 1-10, you’re a 9 and I’m the 1 you need.”

Legals February 2, 2017

NOTICE OF SALE Case No. CV-2016-398 IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF THE STATE OF IDAHO, IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF BOUNDARY FREEDOM MORTGAGE CORPORATION, Plaintiff, vs. GREGG G. PERRENOUD (Deceased) and the Unknown Heirs, Assigns and Devisees of GREGG G. PERRENOUD; GINGER L. PERRENOUD; SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT; HACIENDA SERVICE CORPORATION; STATE OF IDAHO, DEPARTMENT OF LABOR; and Does 1-10 as individuals with an interest in the property legally described as: Lot 20, Block 3, Mill River Subdivision, according to the plat thereof, recorded in Book 2 of Plats, Page 54, records of Boundary County, Idaho. Which may commonly be known as: 494 Westwood Dr., Moyie Springs, ID 83845. Defendants. Under and by virtue of an Order for Sale of Foreclosure executed by Judge Barbara Buchanan on December 19, 2016 and entered by the Court on December 22, 2016 and a Writ of Execution issued on January 10, 2017, out of and under the seal of the above-entitled Court on a Judgment recovered in said Court in the above-entitled action on the 22nd day of December, 2016, in favor of the above-named Plaintiff, I am commanded and required to proceed to notice for sale to sell at public auction the real property described in said Order for Sale of Foreclosure and Writ of Execution and to apply the proceeds of such sale to the satisfaction of said Judgment with interest thereon and my fees and costs. The property directed to be sold is situate in Boundary County, State of Idaho, and is described as follows, to-wit: Lot 20, Block 3, Mill River Subdivision, according to the plat thereof, recorded in Book 2 of Plats, Page 54, records of Boundary County, Idaho. Which may commonly be known as: 494 Westwood Dr., Moyie Springs, ID 83845. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on the 28th day of February, 2017 at the hour of 10:00 o'clock a.m., at the location of the lobby of the Boundary County Sheriff's Office, 6438 Kootenai St., Bonners Ferry, Idaho, I will, personally or through my civil deputy, attend, offer and sell at public auction all or so much of the above-described property thus directed to be sold as may be necessary to raise sufficient funds to pay and satisfy the Judgment as set out in said Order for Sale of Foreclosure to the highest bidder therefore in lawful money. The time period for redemption of the above property is six (6) months from the date of sale herein. The Sheriff, by a Certificate of Sale, will transfer right, title and interest of the judgment debtor in and to the property. The Sheriff will also give possession but does not guarantee clear title nor continue possessory right to the purchaser. DATED This 24th day of January, 2017. BOUNDARY COUNTY SHERIFF By: Dave Kramer Given Under My Hand This Day: David Kramer, Sheriff STATE OF IDAHO)ss COUNTY OF BOUNDARY ON THIS ________ DAY OF _______, IN THE YEAR ______. BEFORE ME _____________________________ _________, PERSONALLY APPEARED ____________________________, KNOWN TO ME / PROVED TO ME ON THE BASIS OF SATISFACTORY EVIDENCE TO BE THE PERSON WHOSE NAME IS SUBSCRIBED TO THIS INSTRUMENT AND ACKNOWLEDGED HE/SHE EXECUTED IT. WITNESS MY HAND AND OFFICIAL SEAL___________________________________________________________ NOTARY PUBLIC RESIDING AS FOLLOWS: ________________________________ ____ MY COMMISSION EXPIRES: _____________________ ____ BFH Legal 9608 February 2, 9, 16, 2017

Jump into 2023 with Polar Bear Plunge

Boy Scouts Troop 111 readies for annual event

Boy Scouts Troop will hold their annual Polar Bear Plunge on Jan. 1 as a cooperative event by Boy Scout Troop 111 and the city of Sandpoint’s Parks & Recreation Department — attracts dozens of area residents. Some years, there is only a few hardy souls; others, there can be as many as 100 or more.

Meet Boundary County's own 'Batgirl'

BONNERS FERRY — A day in the life of a resident of Boundary County may look much like the last, and have the potential to carry over into the next day. Work, school, learning, and building relationships, are scattered through the many agendas of the community. There are daily and weekly routines that residents are used to, and straying from those can come with surprising consequences.

Bonners Ferry graduate finds passion at University of Idaho

By JEAN PARRELLA

From the Archives for March 10, 2022

"I arrived in Sand Point the spring of 1891, looking for my friend Spence Smith...It took me six years to get here...my shoes were gone, one foot being wrapped in a deer hide and the other in a gunny sack...I was happy to find Spence at his tie camp...He decided to send me out on a grubstake and let me prospect."

Contemplating safe places and the library

For years now, I have been contemplating the situation of our library, all while attending story time with my children and enjoying the resources it has to offer my family. I am thankful to be acquainted with many people here in the county, and I have been listening and watching. Thoughts formed as I read reports, letters, and asked direct questions. As is often the case for me, the words came in the wee hours of the morning - a conveniently quiet time for a mama of young ones in a small home - so I started to write.

Adam Rorick

Legislative District 1, Idaho House of Representatives, Seat 1A candidate

Jeanette Hanket Wagner, 86

Jeanette Hanket Wagner, 86, passed away on Jan. 14, 2013, at the Boundary Community Hospital in Bonners Ferry, Idaho.

City to review utility policy

I am a 20-year resident of Moyie Springs. We have owned our home since 2001. In 2014, my husband passed away, leaving me a single income resident. Shortly thereafter, I lost my job. I found other work, but not at his $28 hr, nor my previous $14 hr rate. Conoco cannot afford those wages and I needed work no matter what the pay rate. I struggled through a year, cutting internet, cable, full coverage insurance, etc. I found myself sinking financially under my monthly obligations.

Legals February 9, 2017

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Boundary County Commissioners will hold public hearing at 10:30 a.m., Monday, February 27, 2017, in the County Extension Office Annex Building located behind the Courthouse at 6447 Kootenai Street, Bonners Ferry, to accept public comment on a proposed Airport Overlay District Ordinance. If enacted, the ordinance would establish height and other development restrictions within the designated zones, and would require applicants for development permits to obtain approval from airport staff prior to submission of the application to planning and zoning. The deadline for written comment and material is 5:00 p.m., Monday, February 20, 2017. Written comment may be mailed to Boundary County Commissioners, P.O. Box 419, Bonners Ferry, Idaho 83805, faxed to the attention of Commissioners at (208) 267-7814, or emailed to commissioners@boundarycountyid.org. Written comment will be accepted at public hearing provided the material is read into the record. There may be five (5) minute limit per person on verbal testimony. Further information on this application is available for public review in the Boundary County Commissioners' Office, Room 28 of the Courthouse. Information is also available by calling (208) 267-7723. Anyone requiring special accommodation due to handicap or disability should contact the Commissioners' Office at least two (2) days prior to the hearing. BFH Legal 9610 February 9, 2017