COVID-19 Response and Recovery Funds surpass $2.1 million

The COVID-19 Response and Recovery Funds for Eastern Washington and North Idaho have surpassed $2.1 million in fundraising efforts, Innovia Foundation announced recently.

March Madness in Idaho: Time to Be Vigilant!

The Idaho Legislature has it’s own version of March Madness. The last few days of March are some of the longest, craziest, and most expensive days of the session. In the past few years we have seen Obamacare adopted by Idaho, massive increases in gas taxes and registration fees, and International Law incorporated into Idaho statutes, all introduced in the waning hours of the Legislature.

Truth or politics?

It was gratifying that an Idaho House panel has approved new K-12 science standards that strike key references to climate change caused by human behavior.

Alva Vernon Baker, 89

Alva Vernon Baker, 89, passed away on July 13, 2022. He was at home with his wife of 60 years, Peach, at his side.

There's many reasons to be thankful for SPOT bus

The Bonners Ferry SPOT bus has been an answer to the prayers of many in our community.

Governor lives on attorney's wage

It is not that I feel compelled to write a follow-up letter to the editor about a subject I addressed recently.  City Attorney Tim Wilson’s 33.8 percent pay-raise is nothing short of outrageous.

This Week In History - April 18, 2024

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

Johnson announces write-in campaign for D1 Idaho Senate seat

Steve Johnson is no longer running for the Idaho House of Representative 1A seat. Instead, he's running as a write-in candidate for the Idaho Senate seat against GOP nominee Scott Herndon. The general election is Nov. 8.

Grizzly recovery efforts looking up in Panhandle

Grizzly bear recovery is in full swing in the Idaho Panhandle and northwestern Montana and officials are looking for ways to mitigate negative interactions between humans and bears as the populations of both continue to rise in the area.

Legals August 17, 2017

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 March 6, 2017 through March 28, 2017. Approved Motion: Cancel/extend various taxes; Certificates of residency for Shanon Wilds, Samantha Johnson, Chasten Brown, Breanna Copeland, Amy Holman & Jennifer Porter; 2/21, 2/27-2/28, 3/6-3/7, 3/16-3/17/17 minutes; Beverage License Application for Wild Bees; Resolutions re: Waterways Fund budget, Local disaster/emergency declaration; Sign: Solid Waste Service Award for Burlington Northern Sante Fe, Updated Employee Relations Client Agreement, Forest Service's 2017 Cooperative Law Enforcement Annual Operating/ Financial Plan, IDL MOU for 16WFM-Boundary & 16HFR1-Boundary grant applications, Riverside Road Improvement Project; Purchase/installation of another piling at Rock Point boat launch; 6 indigent cases; Frontier Communications quote for Mitel 5000 telephone system; Appoint/reappoint various advisory board members; Tax deed auction for parcel #RPB0240001009AA; Emergency declaration due to heavy precipitation; Boundary County School District maintenance/operation levy ballots. Denied Motions: None. Commissioners reviewed claims for payment. Fund totals are as follows: Current Expense ($)100,958.06, Road/Bridge 205,411.77, Airport 3,242.03, Dist. Court 9,306.32, Justice Fund 83,513.86, 911 Funds 36,752.91, Indigent/Charity 7,921.20, Parks/Rec 5,458.02, Revaluation 939, Solid Waste 62,109.24, Tort 1,388, Vets Memorial 224.77, Weeds 1,229.14, County EMS 7,115.92, Restorium 47,071.93, Waterways 3,675.90, Grant, Boat Safety 65.88. TOTAL $576,383.95. Trusts: Auditor 187.83, Boundary Co. Drug Court 256.18, Driver's License 8,474.50, Magistrate 21,185.36, Motor Vehicle 94,597.23, Insurance Reimbursement 7,560, Workmans Comp 60.80, Sheriff's Fund 644.75. TOTAL $132,966.65. GRAND TOTAL $709,350.60. Payroll claims: $558,066.95. Citizens are invited to inspect detailed records on file in the Courthouse (individual claims & Commissioners' allowance & warrant register record 2016-2017). BFH Legal 9741 August 17, 2017

PHD hosts National Prescription Drug Take Back Day event

The October 2021 Take Back Day resulted in the disposal of 2.3 tons (or 4,668 pounds) of medication in Idaho.

Melvin 'Duane' Fulgham, 76

I left this world with the great joy of my life — my wonderful family — close by and giving me comfort.

County raises Restorium rates

BONNERS FERRY — After considerable deliberation and opposition, Boundary County Commissioners unanimously agreed to increase the room rates at the Boundary County Restorium.

Mi Pueblo all about community

Yoni Solis knew he was going to buy the property in what would become Mi Pueblo from the moment he looked at it — although it took some time to convince his wife it was a good idea.

Mi Pueblo all about community

Yoni Solis knew he was going to buy the property in what would become Mi Pueblo from the moment he looked at it — although it took some time to convince his wife it was a good idea.

County to receive $1M in PILT payments

Idaho earmarked for $41.2 million

The payments cover lands across the U.S. managed by the Bureau of Land Management, Bureau of Reclamation, National Park Service and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, as well as lands managed by the U.S. Forest Service, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and the Utah Reclamation Mitigation and Conservation Commission.

This Week In Boundary County History

100 Years Ago

Alumni hoops tournament a fun way to raise funds

BONNERS FERRY — The second annual BFHS Alumni Tournament took place on Saturday, Dec. 28, at Bonners Ferry High School. Five teams battled their way through 10 games to end up with a championship team.

This Week In Bonners Ferry History

100 Years Ago

Homestead Harvesters Conference 2023 Coming to Town

Homesteader and business owner Kody Hanner is bringing the homesteading community together for the upcoming, first-annual Homestead Harvesters Conference.