Sumpter leads Badgers, girls win by 43

Kaylee Sumpter led the Badger girls basketball to a win against Rogers High School on Dec. 16, 69-26.

County to pay to keep pool running for a year

The city pool will stay open for the coming year — thanks to the use of American Rescue Plan Act funds.

From the Archives- Dec. 22, 2022

In 1921, F.L. Glad sold half interest in his grocery store to Mr. Landess. They named the new business the “Class A Market.” Landess sold his half back to Glad, who then sold the half interest to C. H. Oatman.

Court Records— Dec. 22, 2022

Boundary County Court Records— Dec. 22, 2022

Athlete of the Week Dec. 18-24

Asha Abubakari, junior, has been named Athlete of the Week for girls basketball.

Fentanyl Education Project

A community seminar covering the dangers of fentanyl and other drugs will be presented by local law enforcement on Dec. 21 at 6 p.m. at Bonners Ferry High School.

Annual Turkey and Ham fundraiser back at it

Bonners Ferry High School and Boundary County Middle School are back at their annual turkey and ham food drive competition with Dec. 21 at 8.a.m being the deadline.

This Week In History- Dec. 15, 2022

This Week In History- Dec. 15, 2022

From the Archives- Dec. 15

From the Archives- Dec. 15

Military, federal workers deserve elimination of federal COVID-19 vaccine requirements

One may understandably, but unfortunately mistakenly, assume that at this point in the pandemic federal COVID-19 vaccination mandates have run their course, and Idahoans can freely choose whether they want to vaccinate or continue with vaccinations. However, some, including those who serve in our nation’s Armed Forces, continue to face disciplinary actions, trouble with security clearances, lost training and advancement opportunities or other negative consequences for choosing not to get vaccinated for COVID-19. A provision I backed requiring the U.S. Department of Defense to rescind the mandate that members of the Armed Forces be vaccinated for COVID-19 was included in the House and Senate negotiated National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2023. This is a welcome first step in ending these types of mandates and the harm they have caused. However, the provision does not rescind the related penalties and forced separations imposed on military personnel, and we must not let up in repealing those penalties and reinstating all service members unfairly discharged.

Boundary County Calendar - Dec. 15-22, 2022

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

BCSD approves second SRO

The Boundary County School Board has approved a second school resources officer for the district’s outlying schools.

North Idaho Collision puts focus on quality, customers

North Idaho Collision's recent expansion is all about the customer. More space, more tools and more equipment — all aimed at helping the shop's crew fix customers' vehicles better, more efficiently and easier than ever before. North Idaho Collision's recent expansion gives the crew more room to work — and allows the business to do a better job for customers, owner Shane Florea said.

Charter school gauging community interest

North Idaho Classical Academy is gauging community interest in a new charter school to serve both Bonner and Boundary counties.

Legals for December, 15 2022

Athlete of the Week: Dec. 11-17

Nick Eastman, senior, is named Athlete of the Week for Badger boys soccer.

Petition to change Porthill border crossing to pre-COVID hours

Area residents recently launched a petition drive calling on the federal government to return Porthill border crossing to pre-COVID-19 hours citing the economic and social impacts of the reduced hours.

BFPD increases impaired driving enforcement this holiday season

This holiday season the Bonners Ferry Police Department urges drivers to celebrate responsibly and plan ahead for a sober ride.

Community reacts to North Idaho College turmoil

Community members on and off the North Idaho College campus are responding to two fiery meetings of the board of trustees this week. A divided board voted Thursday to place President Nick Swayne on administrative leave and invite former wrestling coach and interim president Michael Sebaaly to replace him.

Clothing line celebrates brain power

Education, empowerment, and encouraging others to command their futures. That’s the premise behind a new clothing line launched by Bigger Brain, LLC — a company founded earlier this year by Sage Saccomanno. The Sandpoint High School graduate wants to spread the message that the message “school is cool” and to not be ashamed of having a “big brain.”