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Patriotism during a pandemic
June 4, 2020 1 a.m.

Patriotism during a pandemic

The word “patriot” is derived from Latin and Greek words for fatherland. Other languages say motherland. The implication is that a country is a family, and citizens are brothers and sisters.

April 23, 2008 9 p.m.

110-unit storage facility proposed for Camp Nine area

A public hearing for the proposed construction of a 110-unit storage complex north of Bonners Ferry will be held at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, May 15, at Boundary County Courthouse.

Two fires break out in South Boundary Fire District
March 1, 2018 midnight

Two fires break out in South Boundary Fire District

BONNERS FERRY — On Thursday, Feb. 22, at 8:48 a.m., South Boundary Fire protection District received a call about a structure fire on 20 Mile Road. South Boundary, along with Boundary Ambulance EMS Chief Lindsay responded, and North Bench Fire was called out for mutual aid. Paradise Valley Fire District was also called to provide assistance.

August 25, 2022 1 a.m.

Why is Bertling running as a write-in?

I wonder why Tim Bertling is running as a write-in candidate for county commissioner in the November general election.

August 5, 2021 1 a.m.

Carlson, Hannity getting us the information we need

Having watched both Tucker Carlson and Sean Hannity for over five years, they have not disparaged the COVID vaccine

Startled by a starling leads to a special moment
May 26, 2016 1 a.m.

Startled by a starling leads to a special moment

Last week I was driving on a gravel road by Myrtle creek when I noticed a 12 foot tall old tree stump or snag. It had been dead for years and had several round holes visible, seemingly the size to fit a bird. I started to study the tree when on the northwest side I saw two small yellow beaks and then two heads and soon another head trying to peek out. Just when I realized there were three young birds waiting for their mother to feed them the mother showed up, landed on the top of the old wooden tree and gave me a scolding. I was startled by her aggressive action. I was impressed with her shiny purple black feathers, long and pointed yellow bill and short tail. However, I quickly reviewed my “Birds of Idaho” book to discover that she was a European Starling. I was startled by a Starling!

July 16, 2009 9 p.m.

A mother's nightmare

The Idaho Supreme Court has restored Leah Meister’s faith in the justice system.

October 15, 2020 1 a.m.

Dixon is the right pick for District 1

Spreading disinformation about your opponent is the tool of someone with no argument.

December 9, 2010 11:05 a.m.

Dismissal of charges a bunch of hooey

I am pretty mad about an article I read a month or so ago about Roland Hall’s poaching charges being dismissed.

State treasurer provides 'mini vaults' for students
October 31, 2019 1 a.m.

State treasurer provides 'mini vaults' for students

BONNERS FERRY — On Tuesday, Oct. 22, Boundary County was visited by the State of Idaho Treasurer, Julie Ellsworth. She presented almost 200 mini-vaults to the students and explained the importance of saving for the future.

April 20, 2023 1 a.m.

Let's talk about war

Let's talk about war. Why are we constantly engaging in it? Who benefits? What is the military-industrial complex? The names of companies that might come to mind are Ford Motor Company, International Harvester, Caterpillar, Boeing aircraft and perhaps hundreds of others. But what about the Russian military-industrial complex?

NBVFD acquires land for future expansion
February 1, 2024 1 a.m.

NBVFD acquires land for future expansion

The North Bench Volunteer Fire District’s Station 1 will be on the move soon as new property has been purchased by the expanding district.

Rockslide causes BNSF train to derail into the Kootenai River
January 9, 2020 midnight

Rockslide causes BNSF train to derail into the Kootenai River

MOYIE SPRINGS — A rockslide caused the derailment of a mile-long BNSF Railway train that was en route from Minneapolis, Minn., to Pasco, Wash., on Wednesday night, Jan. 1, sending an engine with its two-person crew plunging into the Kootenai River.

2015 Drought producing bark beetle issues with Panhandle conifers
June 23, 2016 1 a.m.

2015 Drought producing bark beetle issues with Panhandle conifers

University of Idaho Extension, Idaho Department of Lands, and U.S. Forest Service offices in our region are currently getting inundated by calls about dead and dying conifers. Most of these trees are being killed by bark beetles, but the real culprit is stress from last summer’s drought and overstocking. If dry conditions continue this summer and fall, the number of trees killed by bark beetles could increase.

Local runner turning heads and breaking records at 82
May 2, 2024 5:30 p.m.

Local runner turning heads and breaking records at 82

Believe it or not, Wright’s running journey began not so long ago in 2012.

WBCSD special meeting prompts concern
September 6, 2023 1 a.m.

WBCSD special meeting prompts concern

A special West Bonner school board meeting set for Wednesday is drawing community concerns as well as that of an attorney representing two Bonner County voters granted a restraining order prohibiting the board from making any decisions that bind the board financially or contractually.

November 12, 2009 8 p.m.

Writer disagrees…

I disagree with Steve Tanner’s demeaning editorial in the Nov. 5 Bonners Ferry Herald, regarding Commissioner Ron Smith.

BCSD wants kids in schools, you can help
September 23, 2021 11:20 a.m.

BCSD wants kids in schools, you can help

Over the last 2.5 weeks, we have continued to see an increase in the number of staff and students with COVID-19. You might be saying, “I am tired of dealing with this, stop trying to create fear, it’s just the flu.” Others might be saying, “This is serious. Why aren’t you doing more? Stop messing around.” The reality is our School Board is working hard to make decisions based on local community conditions and guidance from health professionals.

It's time to honor Idaho's wildland firefighters
August 8, 2024 1 a.m.

It's time to honor Idaho's wildland firefighters

The Interagency Wildland Firefighter Monument stands on the grounds of the National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC) in Boise. NIFC offers a virtual tour of the monument available at nifc.gov/wildland-firefighters-monument.

Adult male grizzly euthanized after repeated livestock attacks
August 4, 2022 5:43 p.m.

Adult male grizzly euthanized after repeated livestock attacks

Repeated livestock attacks prompted a decision to euthanize a grizzly bear in North Idaho