“LEAP Updates”: One-day Workshops for Loggers offered

Over 2,000 Idaho loggers have taken the University of Idaho Extension Program on forest ecology, silviculture, and water quality, titled Logger Education to Advance Professionalism or “LEAP”.

Boundary County Calendar - Feb. 15-25, 2024

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

Roger Doering, 84

Roger Lee Doering (Big Roger) passed away from end-stage renal failure surrounded by family on January 9, 2024.

Complaint alleges auto dealer creates ‘traffic hazards’

A local man has filed a complaint against a local business operation claiming its operations violate city and state code, while also being a “traffic hazard.”

Commissioners host town hall to discuss issues

Boundary County commissioners hosted a town hall on Jan. 18 to share the work they have done the past year and to explain how tax dollars are spent and the different functions of county departments.

Badger Cheer returns to state

After a successful district competition, Badger cheerleading will return to state with all three of there routines.

Legals for February, 15 2024

Certain sex crimes against children could carry death penalty in Idaho

Sex crimes against children could be punishable by death under a new bill that Idaho House Republican legislators passed Tuesday.

Prioritizing safety at school bus stops

Boundary County School District has received reports of unfamiliar individuals near school bus stops and is asking students, parents and guardians to be alert when waiting for the bus.

BCSO will discontinue Nixle notifications on Feb. 29

The Boundary County Sheriff’s Office is discontinuing the Nixle emergency notification system on Feb. 29, as they have moved to another alert system.

House Bill 415 and District 1 schools

District 1 legislators discuss local issues, legislations, and concerns in the weekly Notes From Boise column.

Badgers beat Timberlake Game 1 on districts, break nine year drought

Monday night the Bonners Ferry girls basketball did something they haven't done in nine years, beat the Timberlake Tigers.

Froyo Mama offers fun, family-friendly treats

Froyo Mama may be a fun phrase to say, but owners of a new frozen yogurt spot promise an equally fun family-friendly place to go.

Susan Diane (Inbody) Dunnick, 73

Susan Diane (Inbody) Dunnick passed from this life to her Savior, on Saturday morning, February 3, 2024.

Angel’s kindness will be paid forward

A heartfelt thanks from this senior man. I was reminded of the goodness in people when I was shopping for sanitary products for my wife at Super 1 Foods.

The emperor isn't wearing any clothes

Based on what I have seen of our emperor’s actions in the Idaho Senate, it is high time that we stand up and use our power of the vote to tell Mr. Herndon he has no clothes on! After all, there is an alternative to turn to who has no preconceived notion of being emperor – Jim Woodward.

This Week In History - Feb. 8, 2024

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

BFPD thanks Off Grid Doc for first aid kits

The Bonners Ferry Police Department wants to thank a local healthcare provider for donating first aid kits for officers to keep in their patrol vehicles.

Boundary County Calendar - Feb. 8-18, 2024

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

Facility committee waiting until after legislative session before discussing school bond

The Boundary County School District’s facility committee is recommending the district wait to run a possible school bond until after the legislative session is over.