Bonners Ferry native will support Super Bowl flyover

During the 2023 Super Bowl National Anthem performance three Navy tactical squadrons will conduct a unified flyover. Petty Officer 1st Class Zackary Ray, a native of Bonners Ferry, Idaho, is one of the sailors maintaining the aircraft for Electronic Attack Squadron 129.

BCSD responds to Title IX complaint

The Boundary County School District is collecting data on Badger female athletics in response to a Title IX complaint.

City to hold another workshop for LOT

The Bonners Ferry City Council will hold a workshop for a proposed local option tax on Feb. 14 at 5 p.m. before going out again for community input.

It’s a question of accountability

The recent environmental disaster known as the Kootenai Complex forest fire highlights the failure of Washington, D.C.‘s grand design for our local forests.

Legals for February, 9 2023

Future Badger basketball sign ups due

Boundary County Park and Recreation Future Badger Basketball will run from March 6 to April 8, registration deadline is Feb. 12. There is no late registration.

Athlete of the Week Feb. 5-11

Saber Blackmore, freshman, has been named Athlete of the Week for Badger boys wrestling.

‘Taxpayers are asking for relief’: Three property tax bills unveiled in Idaho Legislature

The Idaho Legislature’s House Revenue and Taxation Committee introduced a trio of new property tax bills on Thursday morning in an effort to address one of the top priorities facing Idahoans.

Backwoods Brawl buckets of fun, Tigers win

Timberlake High School won the Backwoods Brawl spirit competition over Bonners Ferry on Jan. 27, after a full night of fun with the Badger and Tiger nations showing up in force for the competition.

Bill would enhance Stand Your Ground laws

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

Boundary County Calendar - Feb. 2-9, 2023

Community events and meetings across Boundary County for the coming week.

Tractor Supply Co. store to go before commissioners

Tractor Supply Company is planning to come to Boundary County located on Homestead Loop, but still seeks the approval of County Commissioners.

BCSD receives Title IX complaint

Rossmiller previously filed a Title IX complaint against Lake Pend Oreille School District 2021 in Bonner County for allegedly failing to adequately address Title IX concerns.

Boundary County School District has received a Title IX complaint allegedly the district is not providing equal opportunities for female high schoolers to play sports.

United Way invests $150K in North Idaho

Nonprofit announces Community Care Fund grants

From day camps and school programs to infant safety and senior nutrition, the $150,000 United Way of North Idaho has awarded through its Community Care Fund program touches a large swath of society. "I am really excited for a couple reasons, and really happy with this year," said United Way of North Idaho Community Impact Director Keri Cederquist.

Badgers slam Hawks, win Backwoods Brawl

The 3A Bonners Ferry boys basketball team (15-1) spread the ball around against the 5A/4A Lakeland Hawks (3-12) with four Badgers ending the night in double digits, two Badgers just a point shy of 10 points in the 77-57 win on Jan. 31.

Badger cheer wins two bids to state

Badger cheerleading is heading to the state tournament and will compete in show and stunt routines on Feb. 10, after winning these categories at districts.

Fairchild Airmen rescue injured snowmobiler

Earlier this month, Fairchild Air Force Base crews successfully completed the 36th Rescue Squadron's 708th save near Schweitzer Mountain. The team is credited with saving an injured snowmobiler on Jan. 3 who spent 18 hours outside in 19-degree weather with little access to food or water, Tech. Sgt. Travis Edwards, 92nd Air Refueling Wing Public Affairs, said in a press release issued by the base this past week.

IDFG: Familiarity likely behind coyotes' behavior

Unusual coyote behavior in the greater Sandpoint area is likely tied to the animals becoming too comfortable around people, Idaho Fish & Game officials said. In addition to multiple reports of coyote activity as recently as Thursday at Schweitzer, two young coyotes have been seen in the Sandpoint downtown business district during daylight hours.

Post Falls man arrested for child porn production

Post Falls man allegedly saving child pornography in cloud storage

A Post Falls man has been arrested for federal child pornography production.

Land Board adds new endowment land

18,000 acres of new endowment land benefits public schools, supports idaho’s economy and preserves recreation

It was a deal that the Idaho Department of Lands couldn't refuse. When the state had a chance to bid on almost 18,050 acres of timberland spread across the five northern counties, officials didn't hesitate. “Adding an additional 18,000 acres of timberland to the endowment portfolio increases future revenue for the beneficiaries while also supporting Idaho’s broader economy,” IDL director Dustin Miller said. The land included in the bid package was offered as a package deal and offers good quality timberland, Sharla Arledge, IDL public information officer, said. Proceeds from the sale of endowment cottage sites and commercial real estate were used to pay for the properties.