Golf Tips from a Pro

Keep the right elbow from flying out

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.

An open primary for Idaho makes sense

The Open Primaries Initiative, if enacted, would create unrestricted primaries where, regardless of your political viewpoint, any registered voter could vote for any candidate on the ballot. Republican, Democrat, independent, or Libertarian – all on the same ballot. We get to do that in the general elections in November; we should be able to do it in the primaries.

Critchfield stands apart from competition

What distinguishes her is a “can-do” attitude

From the Archives - March 24, 2022

In 1913, the Idaho Gold & Ruby Mining Co. ordered a steam shovel, "Shovel No. 2," which was delivered by the Great Northern Railway Company. This photo shows the steam shovel being unloaded from a railcar at Leonia near the Idaho-Montana state line.

Badgers lose to Lakeland 56-36

In a non-league contest, the Badgers nipped at the Hawks’ heels the entire game but ultimately fell to Lakeland 36-56.

2023 brings in newly elected officials

New elected officials sworn in, many are familiar faces.

From the Archives - May 11, 2023

“Don Avery of Copeland raised a half Hereford, half Simmental bull from the fall of 1972 to spring of 1973.” - BF Herald, May 10, 1973

Badgers outrun raindrops at track opener

Badgers track teams send 18 to state meet

SPIRIT LAKE — The top four in individual events and top two relays at the 3A district track meet qualified for the 3A state track meet at Middleton, Idaho, Friday and Saturday, May 17 and 18.

IRONMAN 70.3 COEUR d'ALENE: No place like home for Voyles, Endsley and Taylor ... Triathletes take advantage of wind, shorter swim course in annual event in downtown Coeur d'Alene

“Coming back in from the bike, with the wind on your back, it just felt awesome,” Post Falls resident Scott Voyles said. “You could just fly and it felt great.”

Year Recap: Badger sports had bright year

Bonners Ferry High School sports had a great year in 2022 across all seasons and athletics. From state triumphs, to unforgettable program success to revitalizing a team, the Badgers saw it all this year.

Clinton Edward Reno, 81

Clinton Edward Reno, 81, passed away at his home on May 24, 2007

Eight Badgers run at state meet

LEWISTON — The Badgers Cross Country team went to state, which took place on Saturday at the Lewiston Orchards course. The 5K course featured a lot of turns with some uphills, but oddly created a lot of downhills. As a result, times were very fast for the eight Badgers who competed. The 3A girls were the first race of the day at 10 a.m.

Businesses invited to compete in Homecoming decoration contest

The Bonners Ferry High School leadership class invites local businesses to show their Badger pride in support of Homecoming from Sept. 9-13 and in the spirit of friendly competition.

Dwarf mistletoe not so jolly

It's all in the timing - or not!

By TYLER WARNER

First Robotics Team to compete in world championship

Team 2130 Alpha + is grateful the community for its overwhelming support and are now qualified through their master earned a place to represent Bonners Ferry at the World Championship.   

Badgers end season with losses to Priest River, Kellogg

Bonners Ferry Badgers varsity team lost to Priest River at the district tournament on Wednesday  in overtime with a score of 67 to 64.

Badger softball makes history with district spot

 Bonners Ferry High School has never before earned a spot in the top four district teams to play for the conference title.