$53 million property value error to delay tax notices

Some taxing districts are affected by the mistake

A typo resulting in a multimillion dollar property value assessment error is expected to affect multiple taxing districts in Kootenai County and delay the distribution of property tax notices.

'Operation Snowstorm' intercepts mailed drugs in Wallace

Investigation revealed drugs mailed from California were sent to Wallace

Senators reprimanded over writings criticizing other senators

Senate President Pro Tem Chuck Winder has removed Sen. Glenneda Zuiderveld as the vice chair of the Senate House and Welfare Committee and reprimanded Sen. Scott Herndon over editorials those two senators wrote that were critical of other senators.

BFWC at North Idaho Panhandle Championships

The Bonners Ferry Wrestling Club competed at the North Idaho Panhandle championships over the weekend with approximately 750 wrestlers.

Four VVE students advance in Elk Hoop Shoot contest

Once again, the fourth and fifth graders at Valley View Elementary have been practicing their basketball free throw shots for the annual Elk’s Hoop Shoot contest.

Turkey Trot returns for 15th anniversary

For many county residents, Thanksgiving morning starts with a warm cup of hot cocoa followed by a 5K run at the annual Turkey Trot at the Boundary County Fairgrounds.

Moose on the loose in region

Temperatures continue to drop in North Idaho, which means animals like moose and elk are coming further down the mountain in search of food and shelter.

Elementary students learn veterans through military hats

With Veterans Day on the horizon, area elementary students learned about the military services through a show-and-tell guest.

VanGesen Announces candidacy for Boundary County Sheriff

Jon VanGesen, 54, of Naples, is entering the race for Boundary County Sheriff.

The Tale of Andrew Cunningham

As we celebrate Veterans Day, the Bonners Ferry Veterinary Clinic would like to share a story of tragedy turning into victory.

Boundary County Calendar - Nov. 16-23, 2023

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

Rena Martin, 67

Rena was born to Charles and Joann Armstrong in Bell Gardens, Calif., on July 1, 1956.

Why we celebrated Idaho veterans Nov. 11

It may be common knowledge that Veterans Day was originally called Armistice Day. Why we celebrate veterans on November 11 may be less known. According to the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD), “World War I officially ended when the Treaty of Versailles was signed on June 28, 1919. However, the fighting ended about seven months before that when the Allies and Germany put into effect an armistice on the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month.” Therefore, November 11 became recognized as Armistice Day.

This Week in History - Nov. 16, 2023

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

Woodward's decision to run is a blessing

As a lifelong Christian and constituent of our former Idaho state senator, Jim Woodward, I thank God Jim has decided to run against Scott Herndon in next year’s primary.

Care-N-Share program needs community's help

The Care-N-Share program needs your help. The program got its start in 1981, when Linda Lederhos was working at the Panhandle Health Clinic and was given some toys from a contest.

Advocating for women, families isn't a partisan issue

Recently, the Scott Herndon-led Bonner County Republican Central Committee distributed a fundraising newsletter titled "Democrats that Deceive," in which he highlights my personal and business support for Idaho Moms, Good Government Bulldogs, North Idaho Voter Services, Jim Woodward and Steve Johnson.

Herdon: Pointing out backers isn't bashing

A recent letter writer asked why the Bonner County Republican Central Committee sent an email “bashing” the local “Idaho Moms PAC."

Veteran Profile: Dean Larry Hosterman

Dean Larry Hosterman enlisted in the United States Navy 17 years old in 1960.

Marine Corps celebrates birthday

More than 50 people turned out to celebrate the U.S. Marine Corps' 248th birthday on Nov. 10. The local Marine Corps League presented a free dinner of grilled chicken, lasagna and green beens to the Marine veterans who turned out to celebrate. Also joining in the celebration were Army, Navy and Air Force veterans.