Earthquake leaves BF fireworks in ruins

Due to a May 13 earthquake in China, where fireworks are manufactured, Bonners Ferry will not have its annual Fourth of July firework show this year.

Kootenai Wildlife Refuge seeks comment on plans

Two open houses will be held to discuss issues, concerns and recommendations for the future of Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge outside Bonners Ferry.

June 11 Is Free Fishing Day

Saturday, June 11th is Free Fishing Day, and the Idaho Department of Fish and Game invites veteran and novice anglers of all ages, residents and nonresidents alike, to celebrate the day by fishing anywhere in Idaho without a license. Though fishing license requirements are suspended for this special day, all other rules, such as limits or tackle restrictions, remain in effect.

Burn Ban on the Kootenai Reservation

Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, in coordination with the Kootenai Tribe of Idaho has issued an air quality advisory and a ban on open burning on the Kootenai Reservation until Monday, Nov. 5 at 5 p.m.

Care-N-share program needs donations

Care-N-Share program is still taking applicants until Friday Dec. 3.

Library recall movement is wrong

Fair library policies allow for choice

Fallen Firefighters to Be Honored at National Memorial

The U.S. Fire Service will pay tribute to the lives of firefighters who died in the line of duty in 2022 and in previous years during the 42nd National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service on Sunday, May 7.

Local man sentenced 15 to life for sex crimes

Local man was sentenced to 15 years up to life imprisonment on May 17 in connection to sex crimes against two minors which took place several years ago

Legals for June, 17 2021

Pikas: “Little Chief Hare” of the mountains

On top of a ridge in Canuck Basin, (northeast Boundary County) I noticed a quick movement among the rocks. Then, I heard a squeak.

Top 10 signs of spring

Spring is filled with firsts: the first bluebird, first crocus, and first barbeque. Spring signals a time of growth, life, color and warmth after winter. Signs of spring are occurring a lot earlier than last year, when we were still buried in snow. The following are my top ten signs that spring is here.

Smith brothers, another Smith race for thrills

For three Bonners Ferry boys, giving up is not an option, even if it means broken bones.

Veterans continue having problems with services

Spectacular views from the Shorty Peak Lookout

Waking up on top of a mountain as the horizon turns orange with nothing blocking the view is an amazing sight--especially from the comfort of a bed within four walls.

White-Breasted Nuthatch: A dapper bird!

It was a bright sunny day a few weeks ago and I was walking the Chickadee Trail at the Kootenai Wildlife Refuge north of the district office. I had heard reports that there were white- breasted nuthatches in the tall pine trees north of the district office parking lot. Upon arrival I noticed a group of four white breasted birds in the top of the trees.

BFHS can't hold off top-ranked Timberlake

Grace Villelli scored 8 first half points and the Badgers used a 17-7 second quarter scoring advantage to take a 25-19 lead into halftime at Timberlake, the state’s top-rated 3A team.

BFHS seniors Owens, Rae earn NISTAR award

A pair of Bonners Ferry High School students have been recognized for their achievements and nominated for the North Idaho Student Teacher Achievement Recognition program.

Badger XC: small team, big dreams

This season, the Badger cross country team has 15 runners, with about an equal number of boys and girls.

Historic Win: Badgers Top seed at state, League and District champs

Sophomore Asher Williams scored 16 points for Bonners Ferry, which advanced to the state tournament with an 82-44 win over the Timberlake Tigers in Game 2 of a 3A District best-of-3 championship series on Thursday at Bonners Ferry High.

Spokane Chiefs announce bid to host Memorial Cup in 2026

“We believe the combination of our team, staff, facilities, and city of Spokane will provide for an unforgettable Memorial Cup,” Spokane Chiefs Governor Bobby Brett said. “Fans from all over the region will get the chance to watch the four best teams in the CHL compete for the hardest trophy in all of hockey to win."