Upcoming events at The Pearl

The Pearl Theater has always been the venue to see concerts and plays in Bonners Ferry, but the theater is expanding programs to include a wider variety of events. Events you can now find at the Pearl include groups, workshops, a drum circle, karaoke and much more.

PREP WRESTLING: Dodd, Therrien perfect at River City Duals

PREP WRESTLING: Dodd, Therrien perfect at River City Duals

School district to rerun levy, battle state’s school choice initiative

Boundary County School District trustees approved rerunning the failed November levy again in the upcoming May election, along with over $2 million in budget cuts if it does not pass.

Jury nears verdict in Dabbs trial

The jury in the Shannon Dabbs’ murder and arson trial has been deliberating a verdict since Jan. 14 after more than eight days of witness testimony and photo, video and audio evidence exhibited by state and defense lawyers.

Soup’s on at the Naples Fire Station

Warm up during the cold snap with some hot soup. Soup’s On is back at the South Boundary Fire Protection District every Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Senior center connects community, seniors

2024 was an adventurous year for the Senior Hospitality Center. The center had several changes in administration and has acquired new board members. “We have a great team to go into 2025 with,” Linda Lederhos, center chief executive director, said.

Larry Myer to perform at KRBC

If you are in the mood for live music, head over to the Kootenai River Brewing Company on Friday, Jan. 17, from 5-8 p.m. to watch Larry Myer perform.

This week in History - Jan. 16, 2025

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

Legals for January, 16 2025

New sheriff in town

Kramer, Stephens out, Stolley, Zimmerman in

Travis Stolley was sworn in as Boundary County sheriff Monday on Jan. 13 to fill the position formerly held for two terms by Dave Kramer, who is retiring after 50 years of local service.

Bonners Ferry expands rental market with new duplexes

As the nation’s housing costs continue rising, Boundary County remains relatively stable.

Affordable new duplexes have hit the market in Bonners Ferry, adding to the area’s growing list of renter-friendly developments, as much of Idaho faces inflated housing costs.

Entrants encouraged to participate in upcoming spelling bee

Free registration offered before Dec. 31 for character-building program

The Idaho Character Foundation announced Wednesday the Inland Northwest Spelling Bee will be held at 9 a.m. Feb. 8 in North Idaho College's Schuler Performing Arts Center.

Gov. Little opens Idaho's legislative session with State of the State

School choice, an investment in the state’s natural resources and expanded efforts to address the state’s housing needs were some of the key issues highlighted in Monday’s opening of the legislative session.

Little proposes $50 million for private school expenses

Idaho Gov. Brad Little kicked off the state’s 2025 legislative session Monday by proposing new tax cuts, increased funding for public schools and spending taxpayer dollars on tuition at private schools.

Idaho governor calls for funding for public schools, tax cuts and investments in wildfire fighting

Gov. Brad Little outlines budget, policy priorities in annual State of the State address

Boundary County Calendar - Jan. 9-19, 2025

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

NIC Workforce Training expands to Sandpoint

Programs tackle demands for skilled health care workers, commercial truck drivers

The North Idaho College Workforce Training Center is bringing training programs closer to home for residents of Bonner and Boundary counties.

LOCAL NOTES: Hall coaches UVU to wins over Oregon State, California Baptist

LOCAL NOTES: Hall coaches UVU to wins over Oregon State, California Baptist

PREP WRESTLING: Liermann, Pope impressive at Western Montana Invitational

PREP WRESTLING: Liermann, Pope impressive at Western Montana Invitational

Legals for January, 9 2025