Attempts to ban books are attack on constitutional rights

OK, enough is enough! I’m tired of ideologues trying to tell me what I can read, say or think. They’re trying to make their morals and standards everybody’s morals and standards.

Boundary County Calendar - Aug. 11, 2022

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

Where are our Creston neighbors?

In efforts to encourage Canadian commerce from Creston, British Columbia, to return to pre-pandemic level the Boundary County Economic Development Council is advocating for the Porthill port of entry to return to pre-COVID-19 hours.

Upcoming free mushroom class

Interested in learning how to safely forage for wild mushrooms in North Idaho? The Kootenai River Mushroom Club presents this free class on Tuesday, August 23, at 6 p.m. in the Ktunaxa Room at the Kootenai River Inn and Casino.

Legals for August, 11 2022

Deadline set for school bond letters

Due to the Boundary County School District school bond being run Aug. 30, letters to the editor regarding this topic must be submitted by 5 p.m. Aug. 22 in order to run in the Aug. 25 edition of the Herald. No letters on the school bond will run after this date.

102nd Boundary County Fair Now Open

The Boundary County Fair is open as Boundary County Future Farmers of America members kicked off the fun on Aug. 9.

Wesley A. Dirks, 77

Wesley A. Dirks, 77, of Inman, Kansas, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, August 2, 2022, surrounded by family at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. He was a retired farmer, poultry producer, and carpenter.

Homeschoolers get new, local, supplementary education option

ClearView Christian Co-op, a new co-op in Boundary County

There is a new Christ-centered homeschooling co-op coming this fall.

Free physicals at BCH 2022

Boundary County Community Hospital recently put on its annual free sports physicals for Badger athletes.

Kevin Robert Larson, 60

Kevin Robert Larson passed away unexpectedly on July 24, 2022. He was born on February 9, 1962, to Lloyd and Mary Emma Larson in Bonners Ferry, Idaho. v

Idahoans and their well-earned retirement savings

Idahoans work very hard. Some work well beyond a typical retirement age. Having the retirement savings necessary to enable Idahoans to choose whether to work, rather than needing to work, in senior years can better ensure a secure and enjoyable retirement. As Ranking Member of the U.S. Senate Finance Committee, I worked with Finance Committee Chairman Ron Wyden (D-Oregon) to craft the Enhancing Americans Retirement Now (EARN) Act that would expand opportunities for Americans to increase their retirement savings and improve workers’ long-term financial well-being. The Committee approved the EARN Act unanimously (28-0), paving the way for its enactment.

From the Archives - Aug. 4, 2022

The Bonners Ferry High School band began as an orchestra in 1921.

Boundary County Calendar - Aug. 4, 2022

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

Legals for August, 4 2022

BFHS XC season 2022 information

BFHS cross country will begin fall practice Monday, Aug. 8, at 4:30 p.m. at the south end of the bleachers of the football/track stadium. A mandatory parent/information meeting to be followed by a short practice.

BFHS Volleyball season 2022 info

Bonners Ferry High School volleyball coaches welcome athletes and parents to the 2022 fall volleyball season. Below are a few key dates and information to help everyone plan for the upcoming season.

KRR runners race to fund scholarships

Over 160 runners and walkers participated in last Saturday’s Kootenai River Run, part of the 2022 Kootenai River Days. The run raises scholarships for local cross country and track athletes and is sponsored by ERA Shelman Realty and Idaho Forest Group.

Boundary County Calendar - July 28, 2022

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

Kevin Robert Larson, 60

Kevin Robert Larson, 60, died on July 24, 2022.