Fearful despots endangering humanity

In the summer of 1975, I rode my bicycle from Iwakuni to Hiroshima, Japan, a distance of about 30 kilometers. Upon arriving, I was taken aback by the nearly total modernity of the entire city. There were no structures older than 30 years of age, except for the steel hulk of the former International Exposition Building, which sat at ground zero when the atomic bomb was dropped on August 6, 1945. I was a young Marine NCO at the time.

Delegation pays tribute to those battling Alzheimer's

In recognition of June as Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month, we had the opportunity through a Congressional Record Statement to honor Idahoans and their families fighting this dreaded disease. We pay tribute to all those affected by Alzheimer’s as we also express gratitude to the advocates in our communities working hard to advance Alzheimer’s research and other important efforts that are making progress in fighting this disease and supporting families dealing with Alzheimer’s. We continue to work to ensure federal policies enable, not discourage, innovators to quickly bring their life-saving discoveries to market in the fight against Alzheimer’s.

Boundary County Calendar - June 22-29, 2023

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

Legals for June, 22 2023

Legals for June, 22 2023

Accused Kellogg murderer appears in court

MajorJon Kaylor was charged with four counts of first-degree murder Tuesday morning during his first appearance in Shoshone County Magistrate Court.

Westboro Baptist Church pickets in Shoshone County

A Kansas-based group with a penchant for picketing held two demonstrations Monday in Shoshone County. Members of Westboro Baptist Church rallied outside the Kellogg School District Office and again in front of the Shoshone County Sheriff’s Office in Wallace.

Details emerge in Kellogg shooting deaths

Just before 7:30 p.m. Sunday, law enforcement responded to a call reporting multiple gunshots had been heard coming from a multi-dwelling residence at the corner of Utah and Brown Streets behind Mountain View Congregational Church.

North Idaho Business Journal fastest 20 growing companies

Deadline for nominations extended to July 10

The North Idaho Business Journal is looking to recognize and honor our region’s fastest-growing local companies. We have extended the deadline for nominations for North Idaho firms to be considered. Nominations are now being accepted until July 10.

Report: Rental prices, wages gap growing

Affordable homes in Idaho remain difficult to find

Full-time workers in Idaho need to earn $21.53 per hour to afford a modest, two-bedroom apartment at fair market rent. This is Idaho’s 2023 “Housing Wage,” according to a report published today by the National Low Income Housing Coalition (NLIHC) and the Idaho Asset Building Network.

Community BBQ returns to the Restorium

The Annual Restorium Community BBQ and main fundraiser for the Friends of the Restorium returns after a hiatus during COVID-19.

Scott escorted out of 'volatile’ board meeting

A state legislator was escorted from a contentious West Bonner County School Board meeting to defuse tensions, according to Priest River Police. Held at a packed Priest River Junior High School auditorium, the meeting was scheduled to discuss a contract with Branden Durst, a senior policy analyst with the Idaho Freedom Foundation who was hired June 7 to lead the district.

Chafe 150 all set for Saturday

More than 325 cyclists signed up for 15h Annual CHAFE 150 Gran Fondo.

WBCSD adjourns meeting without decision

Board members booed out of auditorium after tabling Durst's contract negotiation.

From the Archives — June 15, 2023

Recently returning to Bonners Ferry and the Boundary County Museum are two boxes of Eastern Star memorabilia.

Lawmakers demand Northern POE return to pre-pandemic hours

Lawmakers continue to demand northern ports of entry in Idaho and other northern states return to pre-pandemic operating hours.

Third graders receive free swim lessons

Boundary County School District third-graders received free swim lessons at the Litehouse YMCA in Sandpoint thanks to the annual Long Bridge Swim.

STCU Supply Grant to go to STEM learning

Valley View Elementary third-grade teacher Shelly Hoisington was one of the many recipients of the STCU's Spring 2023 Supply Grant.

Four BFHS grads awarded scholarships by local P.E.O.

Four Bonners Ferry High School graduates received $1,000 scholarships.

FOR volunteers honored

Friends of the Restorium members have been honored for their services in 2022.