Diamond Watch Fire exceeds initial attack

Since it was started by lightning in mid-July, the Diamond Watch Fire has exceeded the initial attack, U.S. Forest Service officials said in a press release Friday. The fire, now estimated at 120 acres, is being fought by 24 personnel. Located 5.5 miles due west of Nordman, the fire was reported July 14 and is listed at 0% containment. Burning on a ridge to the east of Diamond Peak in Pend Oreille County, smoke from the fire can be seen from the Priest Lake area. The fire is burning in "timber litter" with jackpots of heavier fuels in a dense forest canopy.

Commissioners agree to delisting grizzly bears

With the population of grizzly bears growing in the Cabinet-Yaak and Selkirk recovery areas, Boundary County commissioners are calling for grizzly bears to be delisted as an endangered species.

City plans to annex property

The Bonners Ferry City Council on Tuesday made motion to proceed with plans to annex several properties into the limits of the city.

Tennis sign-up

Boundary County Tennis Association invites adults and juniors (12 years old and up), novice through advanced, to play mixed doubles and/or singles for the 2010 tennis league season.

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Naples Elementary lists second trimester honor roll

The following students made the second trimester honor roll at Naples Elementary School:

Big game controlled hunt deadline approaching

The application period for this fall’s deer, elk, pronghorn, black bear, and turkey controlled hunts goes through Sunday, June 5.

BFPD teams up with National Child Safety Council

The Bonners Ferry Police Department is partnering with the National Child Safety Council in a Child Safety, Drug and Crime Prevention Educational Program.

Celebration of Craft event is this weekend

Celebration of Craft is back this year at the Boundary County Fairgrounds.

Local public defenders makes short list for district judge

Last Thursday, the Idaho Judicial Council interviewed five candidates to fill Judge Barbara Buchanan’s post when she retires next January.

Gorton wins district title; BFHS boys qualify for state

BONNERS FERRY — On Oct. 18, the Badgers hosted the 3A cross country district race at Bonners Ferry High School.

Legals for September, 21 2023

BFHS cross country battles large field at Farragut State Park

BONNERS FERRY — On Saturday, Sept. 8, the Badgers cross country teams made a trip to Farragut State Park for a 5K course (3.11 miles).

Cross country celebrates a strong season

BONNERS FERRY — On Nov. 7, the Badgers cross country team came together with friends and family to recap the season and hand out awards.

XC two races in three days, Beckle takes first

After a week-long race hiatus, Badger Cross Country competed twice in three days at Ben Castro Invitational at Pinehurst on Oct. 5 and Inland Empire Challenge LCSC XC Cross Oct. 7, with Sydney Beckle taking first again in a consecutive race, with her best time ever.

Snags: dead trees provide great habitat for wildlife

As you travel around Boundary County you will notice dead standing trees in wooded areas and by the river, creeks and ponds. It is hard to believe, but trees can actually provide more habitats for wildlife dead than when they are alive. Standing dead and dying trees, called “snags” or “wildlife trees,” are important for wildlife in both natural and landscaped settings, occurring as a result of disease, lightning, fire, animal damage, too much shade, drought, root competition, as well as old age. Over time, the tree becomes a shelter and a source of food.

Badgers golfers do well at 3A State Tourney

The Badgers golf team sent five boys to the 3A State Tournament at the River Birch Golf Course in Star, ID, with Phil Pollacia medaling with a Top-10 finish.

Snags: Dead trees that are full of life

As you travel around Boundary County you will notice dead standing trees in wooded areas and by the river, creeks and ponds. It is hard to believe, but trees can actually provide more habitats for wildlife dead than when they are alive.

Recipe of the week: Aebleskiver

I first made this as a Girl Scout back in the 50s. Can you believe that?

SEPT NIBJ: Boundary County a haven for manufacturing

Manufacturing is the second-largest industry in Boundary County, behind the government sector. It is growing in Boundary County and is No. 3 of the top 10 employers in the county.