Boundary County Calendar - March 2-9, 2023

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

Boundary County Calendar — July 6-13, 2023

The events, activities and meetings taking place in Boundary County over the coming week.

Keough picks Kerby to complete session

Former Bonners Ferry mayor and councilman Darrell Kerby is scheduled to be sworn in today to complete the balance of the legislative session for District 1 Sen. Shawn Keough, who is bowing out because of a family health emergency.

This Week In History - Dec. 24, 2020

Boundary County's people, places and events — as shared by the Boundary County Museum.

Handbags sought for service project

Bonners Ferry Distinguished Young Woman, Aaramie Hoisington is hoping for assistance from the community.

Smith named national finalist in FFA agricultural sales

BONNERS FERRY — FFA Entrepreneurship Award winner Thomas R. Smith, a student at Bonners Ferry High School, will compete in the FFA finals this October in Indianapolis, Ind.

Where are we?

Do you know where this building is located? Do you know what group uses it now? Might you recognize the man in the photo or know what he is doing? If you have an answer, please email doyouremember@meadowcrk.com or call the museum. If you would like to stay anonymous, just let us know.

Labor offers employment services across northern Idaho

In Bonners Ferry, the mobile office is located at the Bonners Ferry Visitors Center

Boundary County Calendar - Oct. 5-12, 2023

The events, activities and meetings taking place in Boundary County over the coming week.

Addressing the lack of affordable housing

BONNERS FERRY — The estimated median household income for Bonners Ferry is found to be $31,724, compared to $52,225 for the rest of Idaho, yet it could be argued that housing prices are similar to that of places with higher income opportunities.

Debris removal at Ambush Rock/Kootenai River shoreline

BONNERS FERRY — Ambush Rock is getting cleaned up, thanks to efforts led by the Kootenai Tribe of Idaho.

Month celebrates Native Americans, culture and history

November is acknowledged as Native American Heritage Month; a time to honor the diverse culture of Native Americans and to celebrate the true history. The following is a “brief” historical view of the Kootenai Tribe of Idaho.

Vote yes on M&O levy

There is nothing more important for a community than the success of its public schools and its youth. An M&O levy covers the cost needed for the maintenance and operations of all Boundary County schools that the state of Idaho does not provide. This levy will not increase your taxes. Please vote yes on March 14th 8 a.m. through 8 p.m. and support our children’s future.

PHD seeks volunteers for COVID-19 call center

Panhandle Health District is in need of volunteers to assist in the COVID-19 call center that the District has been operating since early March. The call center was established to answer questions from the public regarding COVID-19. Since its inception, call operators have fielded around 10,000 calls.

Charles Allen Eddleman

A memorial graveside service will be held 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 6, 2007, at Grandview Cemetery in Bonners Ferry for former resident Charles Allen Eddleman.

GOP convention this week in Coeur d'Alene.

On Friday night, the Kootenai County GOP will host the Idaho Republican Gala, featuring Kari Lake, who narrowly lost the governor race for Arizona in 2022 and is now running for the Arizona Senate.

County commissioners consider tax, fee hikes

BONNER COUNTY —Commissioners responded favorably Monday to the suggestion of a 4-percent increase in county solid waste fees. If formally approved, residents would see the revised fees reflected on their December 2016 property tax bills, according to county sources. Commissioners Dan Dinning, LeAlan Pinkerton and Walt Kirby will vote on the increase at next week's meeting.

Crowd cheers Taft's grand opening

Boundary County Sheriff's Office launches Text-To-911 program

After joining a statewide grant process, Boundary County is pleased to announce another means to contact your Dispatch Center in an emergency. Sheriff David Kramer and 911 Administrator Crystal Denton joined this opportunity last fall and have since been getting our equipment and staff ready for this added responsibility to your Dispatchers. With this new service citizens and those that are traveling through Boundary County can now send a short message service (SMS) text message to 911 for emergency help when unable to make a 911 voice call. This new Public Safety Service is available to wireless customers of AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon Wireless cell phones.

Bringing Boise to Boundary County

BONNERS FERRY — Citizens of Moyie Springs and surrounding areas came together March 16 for Idaho Gov. Butch Otter’s arrival during the 100th Capital for a Day event.