Nov. 8 general election ballot information detailed

Are you unsure of what or who is going to be on the ballot for the Tuesday, Nov. 8, general election? Below is a comprehensive list provided by the Bonners Ferry Herald.

Legals for October, 27 2022

Federal prosecutor announces task force to target COVID-19 fraud in Idaho

Idaho’s top federal prosecutor has created a task force to combat fraud related to the COVID-19 pandemic.

U.S. Attorney Josh Hurwit this week announced in a news release the creation of the District of Idaho’s COVID-19 Fraud Task Force, made up of “a broad group of law enforcement agencies, with prosecutors who will work jointly to hold accountable criminals who unjustly enriched themselves at the expense of taxpayers by defrauding economic aid programs.”

Girls XC take second at districts, off to state

The Badgers girls cross country team took second place at districts on Oct. 20 and will be going to the state competition.

Badger volleyball: District champs and off to state

Badger volleyball will return to the state competition for the first time since 2017 after winning the Intermountain league district championships against the Timberlake Tigers.

Badger XC off to districts after girls see big gains

Fresh off of a big confidence boost for girls Cross Country, the Badgers will compete Districts today at 2 p.m.

Get out the vote on Nov. 8

Integrity should be mandatory for a senatorial position in Idaho. Unfortunately, Scott Herndon does not have that trait. Steve Johnson easily fills the need for an honest person for senator.

'What’s Next' Night at BFHS

Bonners Ferry High School is hosting an informational night for juniors, seniors and their familiars to plan for “What’s Next” after graduation.

Boundary County Calendar - Oct. 20, 2022

The events, activities and meetings taking place in Boundary County over the coming week.

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.

Legals for October, 20 2022

Bedke aims for Idaho’s No. 2 spot

A little more than 20 years ago, when Scott Bedke was appointed to fill a vacancy in the Idaho Legislature, he left his family’s ranch in Oakley with one thought at the forefront of his mind. “If I’m going to leave that to go to the Legislature, I’ve got to make a difference,” he said Monday in a sit-down interview with The Press. Bedke believes he’s done just that, having served at times on the budget, Revenue & Taxation, Resources & Conservation and transportation committees. He’s mediated “really ticklish” water issues in southern Idaho and worked to “drought-proof” the growing state.

Little: Most Idahoans should receive special session rebate checks by Thanksgiving

Idaho Gov. Brad Little says Idahoans who filed their taxes on time should expect to see special session tax rebate checks by Thanksgiving. Little recently told the Sun the state has issued 192,000 rebate checks totaling $133 million so far.

Steve Johnson: Voters’ choice

During the primary campaign, candidate Scott Herndon demonstrated viciousness and untruthfulness in his attacks on the incumbent senator. A lengthy text from him that blocked my reply made it clear he didn’t want to hear from me; his mind was set. Such absolutism and extremism are evident in his agenda: he would reject funding for Medicaid, public education, Meals on Wheels, highway and road improvements, and veterans’ services, among others. He believes a woman has no right to choose under any scenario. He wants to sell our public lands into private hands.

Badger boys soccer defeat CDA Charter

The Badgers boys soccer defeated Coeur d’Alene Charter 3-1 in their final home game on Thursday, Oct. 6.

City releases comp plan survey results

Community residents got to have their input recently on the city’s comprehensive plan and what Bonners Ferry will do in the future. The input was gathered as part of a survey by the city.

Legals for October, 13 2022

With times improving, Badgers XC looks to Districts

A dozen Bonners Ferry cross country runners earned season best times last weekend and gained a preview of the state course.

VA dedicates new facility

“The VA is here to stay,” Hult told the crowd of veterans who gathered to raise the flag and dedicate the new office at 130 McGhee Road in Kootenai, off Highway 200. Hult, a retired brigadier general, expressed deep gratitude for the new facility and the lives it will save as he led the hundred or so gathered in a moment of remembrance for those veterans lost. Dr. Rob Fischer, regional director for VA care, listed off several services that the primary care facility will provide. “Vaccinations, screenings, tests, exams, things of that nature.” “This represents a much more hopeful future for veterans care in North Idaho,” he said. Navy veteran Robert Hemming and the Combat Veterans Riders, a motorcycle club chartered out of Coeur d’Alene, raised the flag. The club, whose mission is “veterans riding for veterans,” participates in several charity events per year.

Legals for October, 6 2022