Appellants pledge legal action after Panhandle Door receives new permit

Boundary County commissioners approved a new conditional use permit Dec. 11 for Panhandle Door, Inc., a large-scale manufacturer located near residential county homes. The amended permit, set for adoption in the coming weeks, will resolve a nine-month zoning dispute involving numerous allegations of dangerous and illegal conduct by Panhandle Door over the course of several years. Opposers to the permit have indicated they now intend to take legal action.

Duke's Claybusters team tryouts Sept. 14

Bonners Ferry Duke's Claybusters are hosting team tryouts for youths ages 12 and up on Saturday, Sept. 14 from 9 a.m. to noon.

Businesses invited to compete in Homecoming decoration contest

The Bonners Ferry High School leadership class invites local businesses to show their Badger pride in support of Homecoming from Sept. 9-13 and in the spirit of friendly competition.

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: A year of new numbers in Idaho high school sports

Every year there seem to be minor changes that take a little time getting used to. But this year, changes are plentiful, and a bit confusing. So we’re here to try to help. Or confuse you even more.

SEASON OPENER: Girls earned first season win over Stillwater

Maddie Hart, the junior striker for the Badgers, had two early goals in the season opening 7-5 victory over Stillwater Christian on Saturday, Aug. 24.

Support Badger volleyball, buy a t-shirt

Badger fans can further support the volleyball program team by purchasing Badger gear from Squirrelly Tees Snack Shack by Sept. 1.

Arson suspect deemed 'significantly impaired'

Court orders treatment to restore competency

An arson suspect was deemed incapable of assisting with her defense and ordered into treatment. In the Aug. 21 court hearing, Judge Debra Heise found Jennifer Suzanne Meyer was "significantly impaired," lacking the ability to assist with her defense or understand the proceedings. However, a mental health evaluation found Meyer, 50, was not dangerously mentally ill.

NIMSEF now accepting applications for upcoming winter season

Schweitzer has agreed to work with NIMSEF over the years to set up this program, which provides greatly discounted tuition for scholarship students to participate in an eight week, all-day program.

SEASON PREVIEW: Football: IML includes Moscow and moved to 4A

Badger football will have two league games this year, as Moscow is now a league opponent.

VOLLEYBALL: “Could play tomorrow”

This year, the Badger volleyball program has nine returning varsity players.

GIRL SOCCER: Young driven and growing team

A large number of freshmen make up the 24 athletes who came out for Badger girls soccer, guaranteeing varsity and junior varsity teams for the program. Last year, the program saw 22 girls come out.

SEASON PREVIEW: BOYS SOCCER: Hungry for success

Badger boys soccer has returned, and players are hungry to start the trek to the state championship.

Experience local art at your pace

Take a trip through Boundary County and see the works of several local artists with a free, self-guided tour next month of some of the artist studios.

BCVA tournament 'spikes' interest

The sun came out on Saturday, and so did the sand volleyball fans.

Big Sky Football Kickoff: Plenty of new faces will need to step up for Vandals

“I’ve been very impressed by Zach’s natural ability to rush the passer,” Eck said. “And he’s worked hard on his body, he’s up to about 222 pounds now, and I really think he can be a difference maker for us. He’s still doing some things with the linebackers, but I think his speed can give some offensive linemen problems (as an edge rusher).”

Karen Matthee listens to the voters

I support Karen Matthee for Idaho state representative, Seat A, District 1. She is passionate about the children of Idaho, and Karen listens to the voters.

CWD in county, local hunters to participate in 'surveillance hunt'

In response to the first confirmed case of chronic wasting disease in a white-tailed deer in Boundary County, the Idaho Fish and Game Commission has announced a nine-day “surveillance hunt” beginning Aug. 24.

This Week in History - Aug. 22, 2024

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

Balancing beauty with function, Iron Mountain Engraving

Specialized engraving made simple is available at Iron Mountain Engraving, a new family-owned business in downtown Bonners Ferry, located in the old First National Bank building.

Boundary County Calendar - Aug. 22-Sept. 1, 2024

Upcoming events, activities, and meetings taking place in Boundary County.