Idaho nonprofits pinched by inflation

Giving to Idaho nonprofits is up, according to a new report from the Idaho Nonprofit Center. But nonprofits are still feeling the squeeze of inflation.

This Week in History - Oct. 27, 2022

Chuck Newhouse, Badger Staff Reporter, discovered that old issues of the Badger give an excellent portrayal of the school. It has been the mirror of school life here in Bonners Ferry for at least 58 years in one form or another.

Dragonflies most successful predator in animal kingdom

Know signs for grizzly bears

Seeing grizzly bear tracks in the snow on the trail always heightens my awareness, especially relatively fresh tracks where the claw marks can still be seen. The scenarios of what could happen start rolling through my head as I begin to make more noise.

Toad warts not contagious, just toxic

Movement in the garden soil caught my eye as I was preparing to plant seeds.

A blackbird that sounds like a rusty farm gate opening

Recently while on a photo field trip I came across a flock of birds by the Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge. The birds in a flock of about 50 had golden heads, a white patch on black wings, and a call that sounded like a rusty farm gate opening, the yellow-headed blackbird demands your attention. They were an impressive flock as the group seemed to roll across the wetlands and field beside the road. Each bird would glean seeds from the ground, and then leapfrog over its flock mates to the front edge of the ever-advancing troupe.

Deep Creek Trail: A great fall hike

The lark of the meadows

Meadowlarks have a way to bring a song into your day. I remember as a boy listening to the buoyant, flute-like melody of the Western Meadowlark ringing out across a field in May outside my fifth grade classroom in a rural school. A song like that can brighten anyone’s day.

The western bluebird: one of nature's finest!

Last Friday was a cloudy, rainy, chilly day and my mood matched the weather. Then I saw a western bluebird, and for the rest of the day I felt it was a “bluebird day” in spite of the weather. I was in the area of McArthur Lake when a male and female western bluebird landed in a budding tree nearby. Fortunately for me they were within camera range as I clicked away.

Legals for October, 20 2022

Legals October 27, 2016

Pursuant to Idaho code #55-2306, the contents of unit #28 belonging to Benny Watt, 3246 Deep Creek Loop Naples, Idaho will be auctioned off to satisfy the lien. The action will take place at 3-Mile Storage on October 29, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. The unit contents are as follows: household furniture, toys, etc. BFH Legal 9556 October 20, 27, 2016

Sharing the Schweitzer experience with less fortunate children

People come from all over to enjoy North Idaho’s world-class outdoor activities. However, while tourists and those involved in the local ski industry clearly understand the joy that snow sports offer, many in the shadows of the mountain have no idea.

Tackling tax complexity for Idaho's small businesses

Small businesses drive our economy, and are particularly essential to Idaho’s economy. More than 99 percent of Idaho’s businesses are small businesses, employing over 347,000 Idahoans and spurring local innovation. Therefore, Congress must extend and build on tax relief that emboldens these economic engines to grow U.S. jobs, manufacturing here at home and higher wages for hardworking families.

New Dodge Peak Lodge owners offer authentic European cuisine

BONNERS FERRY — A professional career chef from Holland, who has cooked for residents of castles, brings his expertise and love of the culinary arts to the community of Bonners Ferry.

Local man leads slow speed chase, facing charges

A local man led four law enforcement vehicles on a slow-speed chase, crisscrossing and parading through town earlier this month, and by the end, ended with charges of driving under the influence, attempting to elude police, possession of marijuana and the driver being tased.

Friends of KNWR honor Seger

BONNERS FERRY — On Oct. 24, the Friends of Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge (KNWR) held a “Meet and Greet” at Mugsy’s Tavern and Grill. The Meet and Greet was intended as a way to bring together current members and to generate new membership.

Friends of the KNWR host Meet and Greet

BONNERS FERRY — The Friends of the Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge (KNWR) held a “Meet and Greet” at Mugsy’s Tavern and Grill on the evening of April 27. The event showcased an ongoing slideshow featuring photos supplied by local photographers, including Steve Jamsa, Annie Pflueger, Nancy Russell and Al Seger. Hors d’oeuvres were served and tables were set up for people to sit and get acquainted with one another, with the option of enjoying a drink from the bar.

Fun day at Mirror Lake

Ten teams of two and three nine-hole rounds in three different formats was the game of the day at Mirror Lake Golf Course Saturday, and the team of Steve Nelson and Gordy Allured came out on top after a fun day of play.

David Cossairt - Mr. Bonners Ferry High School Participant #5

David Cossairt likes to play piano in his free time. His dream girl is a tall, attractive woman in a black dress.

Taking on the ultra challenge

This past Saturday I entered my first ultra marathon at Frater Lake, Wash. It is a veteran memorial for Emory Corwine who was a special operations instructor at Fairchild Air Force Base. He was killed in a motorcycle accident July 12, 2012. So the race kicks off at 6:12 a.m. in the morning.