Kootenai Tribe announces economic development project

Project to include Sonic, located in the Three-Mile area

Construction is expected to begin spring 2022

Suppiger best pick for District 1 seat

ELECTION: Suppiger will listen to Boundary County

Solstice Farm dedicated to certified organic produce

While most commercial farms located in and around Boundary County use conventional farming methods to grow crops, there are a handful of local, family-run operations committed to growing food organically. Solstice Farms, located in the Crossport area, is one such farm.

Family gets new home

BONNERS FERRY — Life can change in what may seem like a blink of the eye — one day, there is a happy family home, and the next, there isn’t.

Employee pleads guilty to embezzlement, filing false tax return

COEUR d’ALENE — Jamie Gillette, 53, of Bonners Ferry, pleaded guilty to wire fraud and making and subscribing a false tax return, U.S. Attorney Bart Davis said Thursday.

Women in Ag conference March 15

BONNERS FERRY — The Women in Agriculture Conference is coming to Bonners Ferry on Saturday, March 15 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Woman sentenced for Medicaid fraud

COEUR d’ALENE — A Bonners Ferry woman was given a suspended prison sentence and ordered to serve 45 days in jail for Medicaid fraud, the Idaho Attorney General Lawrence Wasden announced on Tuesday.

Stolley is the best candidate for sheriff

A phrase that captures the essence of Travis Stolley is: "it is not the age, it's the mileage." This strong man has a diversified resume that is a path to becoming our next sheriff.

Special Olympics enjoys trip to Schweitzer

Bonners Ferry Special Olympics athletes recently enjoyed a trip to Schweitzer for a great day of tubing and have been out practicing snowshoeing.

Legals June 27, 2019

The following is a synopsis of the official Boundary County Commissioners' minutes per Idaho Code 31-819. Detailed minutes are available for public inspection at the Auditor's Office in the Courthouse during normal working hours. Minutes of open meetings held on May 6, 2019 through May 28, 2019. Approved Motions: Sign: Certificates of Residency, Idaho Dept. of Health & Welfare Mosquito Surveillance contract, Standby Preventative Maintenance Agreement with Western States CAT for Restorium generator, Volunteer Maintenance Agreement/MOU, Letter of Concurrence for snow removal equipment for Airport, Property Tax Cancellation form for tax year 2017 for parcel #RP011200000210A, Certification of Board of Canvassers for election held for City of Moyie Springs on 5/21/19; Authorize Airport Mgr to complete FAA Surplus Registration form; Ordinance 2019-2; Require those who work on county projects to have workers compensation insurance; 4/29-4/30, 5/6-5/7, 5/13-5/14/19 minutes; Application #19-094, with understanding that necessary signing of plat will not become final until receipt of written confirmation from private landowners of satisfaction & that adequate water has been supplied to them from their own properties; Pape' Machinery bid with contingencies; Appoint Walt Kirby as Acting Chairman at Panhandle Health District budget meeting; 2019 piggyback from Idaho Asphalt for liquid asphalt & sign Independent Contractor Agreement; Certificates of Compliance for Wells Fargo Bk & Columbia Bk; Cancel/extend various taxes; Nominate Walt Kirby to Panhandle Health District Board; 1 indigent matter; 2019 Alcoholic Beverage License for Good Grief; Amended minutes of July 30, 2018; Economic Development Council budget as presented. Denied Motions: 5 indigent matters. Commissioners reviewed claims for payment. Fund totals are as follows: Current Expense ($)45,144.33, Road/Bridge 46,780.20, Airport 19,892.30, District Court 7,316.51, Justice Fund 40,828.19, 911 Funds 10,819.85, Health District 14,304.25, Indigent/Charity 15,731.26, Jr. College Tuition 1,650.00, Parks/Recreation 3,538.16, Revaluation 1,603.71, Solid Waste 126,470.24, Tort 273.68, Vets Memorial 123.95, Weeds 4,611.66, Restorium 22,416.34, Waterways 485.96, Grant, Boat Safety 815.19, Hospital Supplemental Levy 19,562.64, Grant, Emergency Communication 9,116.52. TOTAL $391,484.94. Trusts: Boundary Co. Drug Court 148.48, Sale Tax Collected 208.84, State Unclaimed Property 241.89, Driver's License 9,732.50, Motor Vehicle 187,955.48, Sheriff's Fund 571.75, Restorium Memorial Fund 0.00, Odyssey Court Acct 22,322.75, Odyssey Bond Acct 1,542.25, Odyssey Restitution Acct 2,523.88. TOTAL $225,247.82. GRAND TOTAL $616,732.76. Payroll $631,967.61. Citizens are invited to inspect detailed records on file in the Courthouse (individual claims & Commissioners' allowance & warrant register record 2018-2019). BFH Legal 10197 June 27, 2019

Chamber of Commerce announce hire of new representative

Chamber representative Nancy Croll has stepped down from the position to spend more time with her family, according to Bonners Ferry Chamber of Commerce officials.

Chamber of Commerce announce hire of new representative

Chamber representative Nancy Croll has stepped down from the position to spend more time with her family, according to Bonners Ferry Chamber of Commerce officials.

Boundary County businesses fight on during pandemic shutdown

Boundary County was especially hit hard because of the Canadian border closing; this closure caused businesses to lose a lot of tourism in the area, hurting many and even causing some businesses to close.

Free N95 face masks now available at some pharmacies in Washington

Up to three face masks are available for every person in the United States.

Inspiring Idaho Women

Amelia Cutsack (Aitken) (Trice)

The 2020 Idaho Legislature, through its Idaho Day legacy program, encourages the recognition of Idaho women. This year is known as “Idaho Women 100 Celebration,” the centennial of the 19th Amendment. The Boundary County Historical Society and Museum will be submitting a series of articles about inspirational women who have contributed to our community, past and present.

Ensuring access to quality health care for rural Idahoans

More than a quarter of Idahoans and over 46 million Americans nationwide live in our vibrant rural communities. However, living in such remote areas has made it far too difficult for far too many Americans to access reliable, high-quality health care.

Mary Malone

Mary Malone passed away on Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2014, at 94.

Steven Swetoslaw Russell, 74

Steven Swetoslaw Russell was born Sept. 27, 1946, in Dairen, China. He went home to be with the Lord on Aug. 16, 2021.

Legals for March, 5 2020

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