City to host public hearing on proposed rate increases

The city of Bonners Ferry is hosting a public hearing on city rate increases on Oct. 18. The hearing will start at 6 p.m.

Fearful despots endangering humanity

In the summer of 1975, I rode my bicycle from Iwakuni to Hiroshima, Japan, a distance of about 30 kilometers. Upon arriving, I was taken aback by the nearly total modernity of the entire city. There were no structures older than 30 years of age, except for the steel hulk of the former International Exposition Building, which sat at ground zero when the atomic bomb was dropped on August 6, 1945. I was a young Marine NCO at the time.

Badgers football still undefeated, advances in state

Mistakes made by the Wolverines and great plays by the Badger defense keeps Badger football undefeated and still in the running for the IHSAA 3A state championship.

Legals for January, 5 2023

Two views of the County Fair

For the last three years I have been an active member of the Bonners Ferry FFA Chapter. When I first became a member, I was basically drop kicked out of my comfort zone and into public speaking competitions, livestock judging CDE’s, and vet science practicums. It was nerve wracking in the beginning, but after the first time speaking in front of a panel of judges, I realized how much I actually enjoyed it. I had always been fine with public speaking, and some part of me had always liked talking in front of audiences, but when it came to competing in that area, I felt a little overwhelmed. There was a lot of pressure on me because I wasn’t just competing for myself, but my entire chapter was counting on me. My first competition that involved public speaking was the Creed Speaking CDE. I had to recite all five paragraphs of the FFA Creed in front of three judges and then answer questions pertaining to what I had just said. Unfortunately, I didn’t score as well as I had been hoping and I placed seventh out of 12. But, thanks to the persuasion and tremendous support from my FFA advisory Julie Smith, I didn’t quit and went on a few years later to become the second place winner of the North Idaho District Prepared Public Speaking CDE. Seeing where I started and then looking at what I’ve accomplished along the way gives me such confidence and satisfaction because I never would have seen myself learning and doing as much as I have without organizations like the FFA. After 3 years of being a member and attending huge events such as the State Leadership Conference in Boise, Idaho and the National FFA Convention all the way in Indianapolis, Indiana, I’ve realized that this isn’t just another organization, it’s one big family spread out across 50 states and a few islands. Everyone who wears a blue corduroy jacket with the FFA Emblem on the front and their home chapter on the back knows that FFA and the agriculture industry is more than just cows and plows, it’s a lifestyle and a community that is connected on a national level. To participate and be a member of such a prestigious organization is such an honor and I have nothing but positive things to say about the FFA. I enjoy every moment when I’m wearing my blue and gold attire, and although I’m going to miss being in FFA after I graduate in two years, I will be just as honored to be an FFA Alumni member.

Bertling running as write-in for commissioner

Boundary County Commissioner Tim Bertling has decided to throw his hat in the ring and run as a write-in for the general election after losing the GOP nomination to Steve Fioravanti in the May primary.

Bohachek runs for reelection at library board

Aaron Bohachek is running for reelection as trustee for Zone 3 in Bonners Ferry for the Boundary County Free Library.

Badgers drop season opener

The Bonners Ferry Baseball team finally got on the field for a game this year after having the first 9 games cancelled due to weather.

Scotchman Peaks fares well in forest plan

By KEITH KINNAIRD

Governor lives on attorney's wage

It is not that I feel compelled to write a follow-up letter to the editor about a subject I addressed recently.  City Attorney Tim Wilson’s 33.8 percent pay-raise is nothing short of outrageous.

Daniel Peter Kropatch, 63

Daniel Peter Kropatch, 63, passed away Thursday, Sept. 10, 2009, at his home in Bonners Ferry, Idaho.

Court Reports

Amoth, Jeremy Jon, born 1963, charged with infraction motor carrier overweight (1-4000 Lbs.) by POE on Oct. 10.

Free breakfast on Saturday at South Boundary Fire

Come on down to the South Boundary Fire Station #1 in Naples this Saturday for a free breakfast. From 7-11 a.m., the Firefighters will be cooking pancakes, sausage, ham, and eggs for free to the public. This is an opportunity to come and meet your neighbors and Fire Department. We will also have our Fire Station bounce house out for the kids.

Wanted: 2018 Mrs. Idaho America contestants

The Mrs. Idaho America Pageant is now searching for representatives from across the state to compete at the 2018 Mrs Idaho America pageant.

Russell 'Doc' Murrell Docherty

Russell ‘Doc’ Murrell Docherty

Walt Kirby (R), 86 Incumbent County Commissioner District Two Retired businessman

1. Civic duty, after 30 years of working on small business ventures in Boundary County.

Pack River Delta work complete

The second phase of the Pack River Delta Restoration project is now complete, Idaho Fish & Game officials said. The project started in October 2023 and was completed in June 2024. With the work now complete, the area is primed and ready for use by both the public and wildlife.

Council discusses disbanding traffic, safety committee

The City Council tabled a decision to disband the city’s Traffic and Safety Committee at its April 19 meeting.

Badgers lose to St. Maries 76-67

The Badgers made back to back three-pointers, but once the Lumberjacks changed to man defense their size smothered the Badgers.

Badgers strike early, sweep Spartans, Newell scores four goals

Badger soccer teams swept Priest River on Oct. 4, with the girls scoring three goals in fifteen minutes and Eli Newell earned four goals for the Badger boys.