Government condemns monopolies unless it holds them

It's ironic how the government condemns monopolies unless they hold the monopoly. For instance, did you know that the Postal Service has an exclusive monopoly on letters? Similarly, school districts across the country hold a monopoly on education. Like private sector monopolies, these government monopolies stifle quality, choices, and accountability.

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Boundary County Calendar - Jan. 30-Feb. 9, 2025

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Mt. Hall Elementary Newsletter

Great things are happening at Mt. Hall Elementary! Looking back over the past month, I’m surprised at all we have managed to accomplish. The Mt. Hall Auction took place Saturday, Oct. 20, and it was tremendous success. The auction raised over $12,000. A huge thank you to our amazing PTO for putting it all together. Another thank you to everyone who donated and came out to support our school. I can’t wait to see what’s in store for next year.

Fairchilds dedicate Habitat home

Superintendent Scoop

Included in this edition of the news is a copy of my “Back to School” speech for the staff of BCSD #101. (see page B5). I wanted to share these thoughts with the community, as it directly speaks to our work with your children. But, I also need to assure the community of promises made in the past and an explanation of the direction I see for our future.

Welcome back; it is Homecoming already!

BFHS is off to the races this school year, and we are in the full swing of Homecoming already! It is awesome to have the staff and growing student population back in our building for the school year. The first four weeks have flown by, and the all-around vibe in our building is positive. With a large ninth Grade class and more than a handful of new staff members entering the building, there are many new faces and names to try and remember. New additions and familiar faces are working together to create a climate of Badger Awesome. Our staff has accepted the challenge of raising the academic and behavioral bar at BFHS, and our students have continued to impress with their efforts in meeting the new standard.

News from the Boundary County Museum

Agriculture in Boundary County

SAR team improves odds of locating victims

By KATHY NUSSBERGER

Gaither Vocal Band concert announced

On Sunday, Oct. 2 at the INB Performing Arts Center in Spokane, multi-Grammy Award-winner Bill Gaither will host a spectacular evening of music, laughter and encouragement featuring the talent of the prestigious Gaither Vocal Band.

Sheriff's Humvee helps community in many ways

Life in Boundary County is filled with adventures for outdoor enthusiasts, and many people also live the adventurous life, far removed from the city. While this can be the idyllic lifestyle, it also comes with risks. The Boundary County Sheriff’s Office has taken steps to mitigate some of those risks by adding a 2007 Humvee to its lineup.

BFMS students help local charity

BONNERS FERRY — On Sept. 24, the BFMS Leadership class brought their talent and hard work to Two Tones Cafe for an evening of food and entertainment toward a good cause.

A chance for women to advance

BONNERS FERRY — With the economy on the rise, new job opportunities have opened up, but not all jobs are available to people who haven’t completed a higher level of education at a college. Many women and housewives go through a period where they have spent all of their time making a home and caring for their families, that they put their career on the backburner until their children grow up and are no longer as dependent on their parents.

Retail chains come to town

The newly opened O’Reilly Auto Parts and Tractor Supply Co. bring product overlap with existing businesses, but owners agree that the corporate chains will enhance the local economy.

Logging a big part of area history

BONNERS FERRY — The logging industry has been a part of Boundary County since the early 1900s. With the rise and fall of the economy over the decades, the industry has adapted and grown to new and more innovative techniques and the utilization of more advanced equipment developments over the past century.

Increasing retirement savings opportunities

Saving for retirement is important but often difficult, especially when faced with the increased uncertainty of the pandemic.

Suspect competent to stand trial, prosecutors claim strong case

Daniel Moore deemed competent to stand trial

Kootenai may flood for 4-8 weeks

The US Army Corp of Engineers said Tuesday the Kootenai River will be at flood stage for four to eight weeks.

Mary Jane (Chappell) Irwin

Mary Jane (Chappell) Irwin passed away on June 8, 2011, at her home in Kirkland, Wash.

Two Tones Cafe wins eight Best of Boundary County awards

BONNERS FERRY — As they power through their second year open in Bonners Ferry, Two Tones Cafe has made their impression on the community, as evidenced through the Best of Boundary County competition.