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Deadline approaching for SBA working capital loans due to drought
March 7, 2024 1 a.m.

Deadline approaching for SBA working capital loans due to drought

Boundary County non farm businesses may be eligible for the Small Business Administration federal disaster loan for economic injury.

First time in school history, Badgers return home with state champion
March 7, 2024 1 a.m.

First time in school history, Badgers return home with state champion

For the first time in school history, the Bonners Ferry boys basketball team has brought home the state title.

Trains collide near Mirror Lake Road, crewman injured
March 7, 2024 1 a.m.

Trains collide near Mirror Lake Road, crewman injured

A railroad crewman received minor injuries after two trains collided on a Union Pacific track on Monday shortly before noon near Mirror Lake Road west in Boundary County.

BFWC update: Members place at Idaho State Folkstyle Championships
March 7, 2024 1 a.m.

BFWC update: Members place at Idaho State Folkstyle Championships

Update on BFWC season, four Bonners Ferry Wrestling Club members placed at the USA Idaho State Folkstyle, with Dalton Regehr winning the championship for fifth-sixth grade on Feb. 10.

BFVC hosting Fourth spay and neutering clinic
March 7, 2024 1 a.m.

BFVC hosting Fourth spay and neutering clinic

The fourth trap-neuter-return spay and neuter clinic at Bonners Ferry Veterinary Clinic is scheduled for Saturday, March 9.

Legislative session proving unexpectedly busy
March 7, 2024 1 a.m.

Legislative session proving unexpectedly busy

What started as a slow session has quickly become one of our busiest in recent memory. As of the end of last week, we have already introduced roughly 100 more bills than last year, with 140 more than last year being prepared by our bill drafting office. At the end of this week, the afternoon committees in the House have been closed down for bill introductions and any new bill proposals are required to be introduced by one of the privileged morning committees or by the Ways and Means Committee.

March 7, 2024 1 a.m.

Want to know a candidate? Look at who their donors are

One of the hallmarks of a candidate for public office is a willingness to serve the community, be a servant to the people, not him or herself.

March 7, 2024 1 a.m.

Woodward is the right choice for North Idaho

Idaho legislators, I am sorry you didn't think of this. You have created a situation where babies cannot be born in Bonner County. While you probably did not consider the repercussions of your "trigger law," you have caused hardship on families who just want to give birth to their children in the safest way possible.

March 7, 2024 1 a.m.

March is Women's History Month

So why am I, an old man, writing about Women's History Month? Excellent question and after reading this you might have a small peek at the answer. In 1980, then-President Jimmy Carter designated March 8 as National Women's Week. Congress in 1987 designated the month of March, Women's History Month, and every president since has continued that designation. March 8 is also International Women's Day. Below is a little history of remarkable and influential women from the past and present.

This Week in History - March 7, 2024
March 7, 2024 1 a.m.

This Week in History - March 7, 2024

Local history in Boundary County, from Naples to Porthill, and from Bonners Ferry to Moyie Springs.

From the Archives - March 7, 2024
March 7, 2024 1 a.m.

From the Archives - March 7, 2024

This Week in History ~ 100 years ago (1924): "Cow Creek School and all the furniture and books in the building were destroyed by fire between nine and ten o'clock Monday night."

Boundary County Calendar - March 7-17, 2024
March 7, 2024 1 a.m.

Boundary County Calendar - March 7-17, 2024

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Proposed firearms bill draws concern
March 7, 2024 1 a.m.

Proposed firearms bill draws concern

A firearms bill being heard by the Senate State Affairs Committee would add a level of “nuance” to state statute, according to its author. However, critics dispute Herndon’s contention, saying the bill could jeopardize their property rights allowed under a lease and could put such events as the Festival at Sandpoint at risk.

Panel sends school board bill to House floor
March 7, 2024 1 a.m.

Panel sends school board bill to House floor

A bill inspired by the confusion that followed West Bonner's successful recall of two of its five board members cleared the State Affairs Committee on Tuesday. The bill, which passed on a 10-3 vote, was heard by the House State Affairs Committee because of its potential impact on state elections. It now heads to the House floor.

Special Olympics Northern Regionals canceled
March 7, 2024 1 a.m.

Special Olympics Northern Regionals canceled

The Bonners Ferry Special Olympics snowshoeing team was scheduled to participate in the northern regional competition March 9, unfortunately, due to the lack of snow, the event has been canceled.

Alpha Plus prepares for another year of competition
March 7, 2024 1 a.m.

Alpha Plus prepares for another year of competition

The Bonners Ferry High School FIRST Robotics Team, 2130 Alpha Plus, is raring to go for our 18th year of participation in the FIRST Robotics Competition.

BCMS 7th grade boys basketball 5-0
March 7, 2024 1 a.m.

BCMS 7th grade boys basketball 5-0

The Boundary County Middle School seventh grade boys basketball team are 5-0.

Badger Sports Schedule March 8-14
March 7, 2024 1 a.m.

Badger Sports Schedule March 8-14

Badger baseball and softball season opener this weekend in Orofino.

9B Ladies break mindset barriers
March 7, 2024 1 a.m.

9B Ladies break mindset barriers

Boundary County women gather together to break mindset barriers at the 9B Ladies Event on March 10 at the Kootenai River Inn.

Larson seeks state representative seat
March 7, 2024 1 a.m.

Larson seeks state representative seat

Kathryn Larson is seeking a seat in the Idaho House of Representatives in District 1B.