Swallows provide valuable insect control

Awana holds 22nd annual Grand Prix

BONNERS FERRY — All that was missing was the revving engines and the smell of burnt rubber on Saturday, March 18, when Grace Bible Fellowship along with Springs of Living Water Free Methodist Awana clubbers took time out from reciting Bible verses, playing fast-action games, and participating in Bible/Gospel-based lessons in order to race their hand-crafted pinewood creations.

Legals March 26, 2020

NOTICE OF SALE The Boundary County Sheriff's Office will sell, at public auction, for cash or certified bank check, on Monday, March 30, 2020, at 10:00 a.m., at the impound lot at Dyck's Auto, 6697 Main St., Bonners Ferry, Boundary County, Idaho, a white 2014 Ford Escape, vin # 1FMCU0GX9EUC86124, Michigan license plate DRH1296. The vehicle has no key, is locked, with unknown contents or mileage, and unknown whether running or not. The vehicle will be sold where is, as is. The registered owner is Jeremiah William Wedde, 325 School St., Decatur, MI, 49045, with an underlying lienholder being Honor Credit Union, 8385 Edgewood Rd., Berrien Springs, MI, 49103. The current possessory lienholder is Dyck's Auto, having a lien for towing, labor, and storage and costs of publication of $5948.59, which will constitute the minimum opening bid. BFH LEGAL 10361 MARCH 19, 26, 2020

Legals for March, 26 2020

BF woman sentenced for defrauding employer, filing false tax return

Jamie Gillette sentenced to 37 months in federal prison

According to court records, from in or about 2011 through in or about 2015, Gillette devised a scheme to defraud, and to misappropriate without authority money and property belonging to her employer, Bendable Bright Light, Inc.

Alta garners major recognition for work in sustainability

Long known as the standard bearer in the timber industry, Alta Forest Products is garnering big-time attention for its progressive work in sustainability and energy efficiency. Alta’s Naples mill was recently named a recipient of the 2020 Idaho Awards for Leadership in Energy Efficiency.

'Build a Better World' Magic Show planned July 26 at fairground

The Boundary County Library will wrap up their Summer Reading program with an awesome comedy magic show for kids and families on Wednesday, July 26 at 1 p.m. at the Boundary County Fairgrounds. This year’s theme is “Build a Better World”, and features amazing comedy magic and illusion from Bonners Ferry resident, award winning illusionist and comedian, Dave the Magic Man. Don’t miss this fun and entertaining Event! Late comers will be turned into toads and rabbits!

Prosecutors want Hart bankruptcy denied

BOISE (AP) — Federal prosecutors are asking a bankruptcy judge to reject an Idaho lawmaker’s bankruptcy proposal to pay just a small fraction of the half-million he owes in back taxes because they say it’s not feasible.

Lt. Governor Little awards Alta, Naples Mill

Idaho Lieutenant Governor Brad Little recognized Alta Forest Products, Naples Mill, as one of five statewide recipients of the 2016 Idaho Awards for Leadership in Energy Efficiency.

Tax-Aide program seeks volunteers

AARP Foundation is looking to expand its team of volunteers for the upcoming tax season by recruiting interested individuals. Tax-Aide is an AARP Foundation program that offers free tax filing help during the tax season. This program is available to anyone, young or old, AARP member or not.

Northern Air unveils new flight simulator

With winter fast approaching, Northern Air is occupied with airplane maintenance, flight instruction, and a new addition to the training fleet, the first and only REDBIRD XWIND-Se landing simulator.

Alta Forest Products raises money for school

Alta Forest Products would like to thank the people of Boundary County for helping raise more than $1,200 during the Boundary County Fair this year. All money raised will be donated to Naples Elementary School.

Wine, beer, pizza and zombies

BONNERS FERRY — Roughly 70 Boundary County residents and friends came together for the Pearl Theater’s Pinot, Pilsner, and the Pearl Undead fifth annual Wine Walk membership fundraiser.

Bonners Ferry hosts Junior Olympic Idaho Rifle Championships

The Kootenai Valley Rifle Club hosted the Idaho State Junior Olympic Rifle Championship in Bonners Ferry Jan. 18. 19 shooters from the Bonners Ferry (KV), Sandpoint, and Coeur d’Alene (CdA) clubs along with Little Explorers 4H from Boise and the AJROTC from Walla Walla, Wash. high school were represented.

Rutherford receives Alta Forest Products Annual Skilled Trade and Forestry Scholarship

Sabastian Rutherford was the winner of the 2018 Alta Forest Products Annual Skilled Trade and Forestry Scholarship for graduating seniors. As the winner of this scholarship, Sebastian received $1,000 to be used toward future schooling, which he plans to use as he goes to Calvary Chapel Bible College in Mountlake Terrace, Wash.

The chokecherry tree: White flowers, bitter fruit

“Someone is setting in the shade today because someone planted a tree along the way”

Legals for October, 22 2020

Don't become another victim of healthcare fraud

You are probably just like me. I get phone scam calls virtually every day, sometimes multiple calls a day. The callers purport to be with the IRS, credit card companies, or online pharmacies.

Alfons Michael Alt, 69

Alfons Michael Alt, 69, died at Kootenai Medical Center on Sunday, Nov. 19, 2006, in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, after a valiant effort against cancer.

Albert Fred Runnells, 88

Albert Fred Runnells passed away peacefully at home on April 3, 2023.