AmeriCorps sets grant application deadline

AmeriCorps, a federal agency for national service and volunteerism, is seeking applications for fiscal year 2023 Volunteer Generation Fund grants.

Boundary County Calendar - March 23-30, 2023

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

Property taxes, tax relief and the Legislature

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

Margaret Ellen Alt, 83

Margaret Ellen (Gilligan) Alt passed away March 15, 2023, in Post Falls, Idaho.

Sensible principles for balancing the budget

This year, I am again co-sponsoring a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution. As I re-read the bill prior to its reintroduction, I was reminded of the common phrase, “it goes without saying.” One would think this commonsense bill was unnecessary, or in other words, “it should go without legislating.” Unfortunately, it seems the federal government needs reminding to do what should be done and pass a balanced budget.

Festival of Hearts Dinner Gala raises $34,000 for medical equipment at BCH

Fry Healthcare Foundation officials said they are thrilled with the incredible success of the recent Festival of Hearts Dinner Gala. Thanks to the overwhelming support of the community, the event raised a total of $34,000 to support critical medical equipment in the Emergency Department and the newly expanded Med/Surg floor rooms at Boundary Community Hospital, foundation officials said.

This Week In History--March 23, 2023

This Week in Boundary County History.

Legals for March, 23 2023

Budget writers OK emergency rental assistance

Children’s groups have been asking for the funding since early in the session

The Idaho Legislature’s Joint Finance-Appropriations Committee signed off on a $32 million supplemental funding request for emergency rental assistance on Friday after children’s advocacy groups spent weeks advocating for the funding.

WBCSD superintendent submits resignation

Former PL Elementary principal named interim superintendent

West Bonner County School District has named a former Priest Lake Elementary principal as interim superintendent after the sudden resignation of Jackie Branum.

A year later, David is 'a walking miracle'

Was critically injured by driver who ran red light

A year after an accident almost claimed his life, his family can't help but be thankful for David Rachels, now 20, is doing. A year on from the March 16, 2022, accident which left him critically injured, David Rachels has pretty much recovered. He is driving, hanging out with friends, playing games on the computer, and has a new job at Kodiak. Thanks to his helmet, he suffered no long-term cognitive effects from the accident despite experiencing a stroke days after the crash, his mother Jessica Rachels told the Daily Bee.

BGH shutters labor, delivery services

Nearest obstetrical services will be in Cd'A, Spokane

Soon, women about to give birth in Boundary and Bonner Counties will need to drive to Coeur d'Alene, Libby or Spokane to have their baby.

BGH obstetrics closure is heartbreaking to see

Like most breaking news in Bonner County, I first heard about the closure of the obstetrics service at Bonner General Health through the “Sandpoint grapevine." News spreads fast in a small town. Especially when you are an obstetrician who lives in that small town.

Complaint claims commissioner conflict

A Bonner County resident has filed a complaint against Bonner County Commissioner Steve Bradshaw with the Idaho Attorney General’s office, alleging a conflict of interest over the commission's hiring of an outside law firm. In the complaint, Dave Bowman said Bradshaw's acceptance of donations from Davillier Law Group partners for his failed gubernatorial campaign created a conflict of interest regarding any decisions involving the law firm.

NIC responds to community questions

As the deadline to respond to its accreditor approaches, North Idaho College leaders fielded questions from the community on Thursday. Around 100 people filled the Lake Coeur d’Alene Room in the Student Union Building on campus for a community focus group organized by Kootenai County’s four chambers of commerce.

Transgender bathroom bill advances in Boise

Coeur d'Alene situation points to possible need for legislation

The Idaho Senate on March 9 passed Senate Bill 1100 in a 28-7 vote. The proposed bill passed out of the House Education Committee on Wednesday morning to soon be heard on the House floor. The bill establishes additional provisions requiring separate school restrooms, changing facilities, sleeping accommodations and use of dressing and locker rooms based on students' sexes assigned at birth. Schools will also need to provide additional accommodations for students who are unwilling or unable to use facilities designed for their biological sexes.

Alice Sandaker, 92

Alice Katherine (Fox) Sandaker, 92, passed away on Feb. 12, 2023.

Kristie Barton, 59

Kristie Barton passed away on February 17, 2023, in Roseville, Calif., with family by her side.

Policy bills target outlet dam, budgets

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

Message to IRS: Uphold hardworking Idaho taxpayers' rights

The Internal Revenue Code requires the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Commissioner, and all IRS employees, to ‘act in accord’ with codified taxpayer rights, including: the right to be informed; the right to quality service; the right to challenge the position of the IRS and be heard; the right to privacy; and the right to confidentiality.