JULY NIBJ: Every coffee tells a story

New Bonners Ferry roaster focuses on origin of the bean

Lore Coffee Roasters formed with the purpose of bringing unique and specialty coffee to the Idaho Panhandle, telling the story of the unique flavors and aromas found in every coffee.

North Idaho College awaits accreditation decision

The fate of North Idaho College is in the hands of the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities as the commission deliberates whether NIC will retain accreditation.

Packed afternoon scheduled for Fourth of July celebration

The Fourth of July celebration in Bonners Ferry is going to be a jammed-packed afternoon featuring a parade, music, and games as well as fireworks to finish out the festivities.

Best Of Voting period opens July 1

The Best Of Boundary County 2023 voting period opens on Saturday, July 1.

Judge narrows, doesn't lift gag order in slayings case

An Idaho judge has denied a request from roughly two dozen news organizations to lift a gag order in the criminal case of a man accused of stabbing four University of Idaho students to death. The judge did, however, significantly narrow the gag order in response to the news organizations' concerns. The ruling in Bryan Kohberger's case was handed down late Friday afternoon. Second District Judge John Judge said it was legally prudent to restrict attorneys from making some statements about the case in order to preserve Kohberger's right to a fair trial. Still, Judge also said the original gag order was arguably overbroad and vague.

Fragoso wins national powerlifting championship

Recently, Fragoso won the 2023 Powerlifting America Masters National Championship in Scottsdale, Ariz.

A vigil for Aiken

On Wednesday night, a still-grieving community of classmates and community members held a candlelight vigil outside of Smith’s home in Kellogg.

High court upholds Festival firearm ban

The Idaho Supreme Court unanimously affirmed a lower court decision on a four-year lawsuit challenging a ban on firearms during the Festival at Sandpoint’s summer music series. "This appeal concerns whether a private party that leases public property from an Idaho municipality may govern those who come and go from its property during the lease," Justice John R. Stegner wrote for the court. "The short answer is yes." The ruling, which was issued Thursday morning, affirmed a First District Court ruling that found the Festival at Sandpoint has the right to set rules for those entering Memorial Field during the two weeks it leases the field for the summer music series. Among those requirements is a ban on attendees possessing weapons inside the venue.

Volunteer 'guards' prompt outrage at WBCSD meeting

The controversy started before the meeting even began. Saying online threats placed the board in danger, a half-dozen or so volunteers were escorted into the superintendent's office at the behest of West Bonner County School Board Chairman Keith Rutledge. As three to four dozen people waited on the sidewalks outside the school district office, and at least another dozen lined the hallway to the board meeting room, Rutledge engaged in a mostly civil, albeit sometimes loudly contentious exchange about the volunteer guards.

Idaho Supreme Court rules in favor of city, Festival

The Idaho Supreme Court has affirmed a lower court decision on a lawsuit challenging a ban on firearms during the Festival at Sandpoint’s summer music series.

Accused Kellogg murderer will not face death penalty

Kaylor is accused of murdering Kenna Guardipee, 41, Kenneth Guardipee, 65, Devin Smith, 18, and Aiken Smith, 16, at their home in Kellogg on Father’s Day.

Governor’s Cup Scholarship recipients announced

A Bonners Ferry High School student was named as a recipient of a Governor’s Cup Scholarship. Fundraising from last year’s Governor’s Cup brought in enough money for 39 scholarships to be awarded this year.

City to add staff member to collect tax and assist businesses

The City Council has approved hiring a business and tax support clerk to help businesses and to collect a local option tax that goes into effect next month. The position was approved at the June 6 meeting.

Book reconsideration: First of many?

Boundary County Library trustees voted to retain three Ellen Hopkins novels in the young adults section after a reconsideration hearing on May 18.

Tort claim against city, alleges breach of duty

The city received a tort claim in April, a possible precursor of a lawsuit, alleging Bonners Ferry officials failed to keep students safe, among other claims, and seeking $500,000 in damages.

Sixteen Idaho hunters draw Super Hunt tags, second drawing deadline is Aug. 10

2023 big game controlled hunt results will be available by July 10, Super Hunt is a separate drawing

2023 big game controlled hunt results will be available by July 10, Super Hunt is a separate drawing

Fredrickson named second team All-State for Softball

Outfielder Ava Fredrickson, a junior, was named 3A All State second team for Bonners Ferry High School Badger softball by the Idaho Statesman.

Slam Dunk, 2023 Badger Basketball Camp

2023 Badger Basketball Camp was a slam dunk success with campers learning about the game and practicing drills that will benefit them now and in the future.

Young Artist Gallery showcased at Pearl

Local youth artists showcased their art at the Historical Pearl Theatre on June 16, hosted by Northern Journeys magazine.

This Week In History — June 22, 2023

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