Bill Munson, 72

Bill Munson, 72, passed away on July 8, 2024.

Saddling Idahoans with student loan cancellation is irresponsible, unaffordable

The higher education system warrants careful review as rising tuition costs and the amount of student loans disbursed for education saddle students and graduates with financial difficulties. But, placing the burden of our nation’s outstanding student loan debt on taxpayers, including Idahoans who have worked hard to pay back their loans, is irresponsible and unaffordable. Student loan relief is not free; it must be paid for in part by the overwhelming majority of Americans who do not benefit but are impacted by record-high inflation. The Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget estimates all of President Biden’s student loan policies may cost taxpayers as much as $1.4 trillion.

Idaho’s water is in trouble and farmers, not government mandates, are the solution

Most people don’t know it, but Idaho has a problem – a big problem only Idahoans can solve.

New look and process for jury duty unveiled

Boundary County, as well as other Idaho counties, has updated its jury management software to a modern, secure, web-based program.

Boundary County Calendar - Aug. 15-25, 2024

Upcoming events, activities, and meetings taking place in Boundary County.

This Week In History - Aug. 15, 2024

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

From the Archives - Aug. 15, 2024

"In 1903, a young automotive engineer with an idea approached John and Horace Dodge. He contracted with them to produce his first car, the Ford Model A. After a few years of financial success, the Dodge Brothers and Henry Ford had a serious falling out.

Legals for August, 15 2024

Deer found near Bonners Ferry tests positive for chronic wasting disease

This is the first confirmed case of Chronic Wasting Disease in Idaho.

Wyoming reporter caught using artificial intelligence to create fake quotes and stories

Journalists have derailed their careers by making up quotes or facts in stories long before AI came about. But this latest scandal illustrates the potential pitfalls and dangers that AI poses to many industries, including journalism, as chatbots can spit out spurious if somewhat plausible articles with only a few prompts.

Idaho Supreme Court rejects open primaries challenge

The Idaho Supreme Court on Tuesday dismissed Attorney General Raúl Labrador’s challenge to a ballot initiative that would open Idaho’s primary elections to all voters and implement ranked choice voting for general elections, saying the matter must first be addressed by a lower court.

Millions of campaign dollars aimed at tilting school voucher battle are flowing into state races

Millions of dollars are being spent this year to steer voters toward candidates for Republican-led Legislatures who not only support school vouchers, but will become key figures in implementing school choice programs in states across the U.S.

Three killed in pair of fatal crashes

Two people are dead after a late Saturday crash on Highway 41 near Blanchard and a third was killed in a separate crash in Kootenai County the following day, according to Idaho State Police.

Maas Loop north of Pine St. temporarily closed Aug. 15-20

Maas Loop north of Pine Street will be temporarily closed August 15 through 20 while TC energy/GTN works on the pipeline.

Trump headlines Montana rally

Friday's rally at Montana State University drew thousands of GOP supporters

Blogger ordered to pay $25K in costs for defamation case

A Post Falls blogger found liable for defamation must pay about $25,000 in costs associated with the case, in addition to the $1.1 million judgement.

Coeur d'Alene veteran seeks to raise funds for Honor Flights

Having served stateside as his two brothers served abroad in the Vietnam War, Joe Deacon spoke to the Rotary Club Friday about his experiences during the trip of a lifetime on an Honor Flight from Spokane to Washington, D.C.

Celebrate Scottish and Irish Heritage at The Bruce Festival

Bravehearts, young lads and lasses are invited to come one, come all to the Boundary County Fairground to honor and learn of the life and legacy of Robert the Bruce.

Spokane Chiefs announce bid to host Memorial Cup in 2026

“We believe the combination of our team, staff, facilities, and city of Spokane will provide for an unforgettable Memorial Cup,” Spokane Chiefs Governor Bobby Brett said. “Fans from all over the region will get the chance to watch the four best teams in the CHL compete for the hardest trophy in all of hockey to win."

Additional former Super 1 employees charged with theft

Two additional former Super 1 employees have been charged with burglary, grand theft and criminal conspiracy after allegedly giving themselves discounts on food items.