Boundary County business year in review

BONNERS FERRY — Over the past year, there have been many new businesses in town. Some businesses changed ownership, some moved, some have even closed, but they all boast entrepreneurship and community support.

Suicide prevention discussed at seminar

BONNERS FERRY — Community members, first responders, and law enforcement came together on July 12 to discuss suicide prevention. The seminar included recognizing and acknowledging the signs, both physical, circumstantial, and verbal, for those that may fear for the wellbeing of an acquaintance, friend, or family member.

It's a dog's life for local author

When Susan Stockdale worked as a veterinary nurse she never considered becoming a writer.

It's a dog's life for local author

When Susan Stockdale worked as a veterinary nurse she never considered becoming a writer.

Bonners Ferry High’s Roberts takes second at national eventing competition

Roberts’ ultimate goal is to make it to the Olympics one day, potentially the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles.

Jury finds man guilty of exhibiting weapon at angler

By KEITH KINNAIRD

Local stores report favorable holiday season

BONNERS FERRY — National data gathered by Mastercard found the 2019 holiday sales rose, and further, that online shopping reflected a 19 percent increase over 2018’s online holiday shoppers.

Remembering Josh

As a civilian, the closest I’ve come to war is what I’ve read in magazines and newspapers, or what I’ve seen on TV.

Merle Edwin Dinning, 72

Merle Edwin Dinning passed away Sept. 12, 2022.

Legals for August, 24 2023

Gookin under fire, fires back

Accusations fly, emotions run high at Republican candidates' forum

Gookin under fire for Kootenai Rants, fires back

Spruce grouse season coming up

BOUNDARY COUNTY — Last week, I was on a photo trip, journeying on Ball Creek rail just off the west side road and back into the Selkirk Mountains when I came onto a fairly common sight for the month of August. It was a mother spruce grouse and three of her chicks who were almost fully grown. I can well understand why the spruce grouse are called “fool hens” because they just stayed in the road and let me watch them for awhile, uninterrupted by my presence. I got out of my vehicle and quietly walked forward when one of the grouse became uncomfortable and flew up into a tree. I curiously walked over within 15 feet of the bird sitting on the branch in a shaded area of the tree and took some more pictures. He eyed me suspiciously and then flew away, landing on the roof of my vehicle, which amazed me. I thought, “I hope you are more cautious during the upcoming grouse season!”

VanGesen's leadership will benefit us all

I am writing this to encourage everyone to vote for Jon VanGesen for Boundary County Sheriff. I am one of the few residents of our county who has had the opportunity to benefit directly from VanGesen’s leadership and can offer insight as to why he is the right choice for Boundary County.

Herdon: Pointing out backers isn't bashing

A recent letter writer asked why the Bonner County Republican Central Committee sent an email “bashing” the local “Idaho Moms PAC."

Mark Sauter's expertise invaluable in Legislature

Here in the West, the threat of catastrophic fire is always looming. We saw the grim reality last summer when hundreds of homes were torched in a matter of hours just across the state line. That's why we need Mark Sauter representing us in Boise.

Moving at the speed of family

Have you ever experienced a moment where you felt that you were living in more than one dimension of time? Or perhaps, you were watching two movies — one in slow-motion and one fast-forwarded — and you were trying to watch both of them together?

Residents hire attorney; appeal annexation

In November, Bonners Ferry city council annexed 77 parcels of property into the city.

Scott reinstated to House committees

BOISE — Rep. Heather Scott was reinstated to her seats on the Commerce, Environment and State Affairs committees on Wednesday, Feb. 1 after apologizing for the comment she made back in December regarding her fellow female legislators.

State Board blocks Durst’s emergency path to superintendency

The State Board of Education ended Branden Durst’s quest to become the certified superintendent of West Bonner, declining to consider his application for an emergency provisional administrator’s certificate.

FREE Sports Physicals at BCH

Free sports physicals offered Aug. 6 at BCH