The family of Betty and LeRoy Kelson would like to invite their friends and family to a final celebration of life. There will be a small formal burial and ceremony […]
Month: April 2025
The Bob Copeland Memorial Wrestling Fund
Bob Copeland, 50, was tragically killed in a fiery three car collision on April 14, 2025. He was a beloved friend to many and is greatly missed. A memorial fund […]
Duke’s Claybusters Update
By Dukes Claybusters The Bonners Ferry High School trap team started a new league this week through the USA High School Clay Target League. Week one scores submitted by Saturday, […]
Sheriff’s office to host off-highway vehicle course
Boundary County Sheriff Travis Stolley has announce two upcoming off highway vehicle (OHV) classes to be held from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, May 17, and Saturday, June 7, both […]
Spring Clean-Up Workday at GROW Community Garden
By Michelle Muir Hello Garden Friends, I hope you enjoying our spring weather! We have our cold crops planted and patiently waiting to get the rest of the garden going! […]
Dan Tadlock opens private practice
Dan Tadlock, a local Licensed Clinical Social Worker, opened the doors to his new private practice on Monday. Dan and his young family moved to Bonners Ferry from Cheney, Washington, […]
Swim lessons sign-ups, this Thursday
Swim Lesson Sign Ups! Thursday, May 1, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. at Bonners Ferry City Hall council room the Bonners Ferry City Pool will be having summer swim lesson sign-ups. […]
William R. “Bill” Lefebvre
William R. “Bill” Lefebvre, 83, of Bonners Ferry, died April 24, 2025 at Sunset Home Assisted Living after a short hospitalization. A private burial ceremony was conducted April 28, and […]
Helping build a fence for Bronnie
Andrew Cunningham is a 100-percent disabled vet from his service during the First Gulf War, still needs a fence so he and his service dog, Bronnie, can go outside and […]
Restorium seeking craft supplies
The Restorium is looking for materials for resident activities, to include yarn of any color, clean socks with no holes, pipe cleaners of all colors. Any spare arts and craft […]
Boundary County job openings updated
Looking of employment? Boundary County has six employment opportunities posted; two are part-time and four are full time with benefits. Full time positions include PERSI retirement program, Health, dental and […]
Rotary hosts free CommUNITY Breakfast and Auction
On May 3 the Rotary Club of Bonners Ferry’s annual free CommUNITY Breakfast and Auction will be held at the Boundary County Fairgrounds from 8:30 to 11 a.m. There will […]
Your 2025 Distinguished Young Woman is…
“It has been such a joy to work with this incredible group of young ladies – each one brought something unique, inspiring, and beautiful to the program.” Lori Carpenter, DYW […]
Bonners Ferry P&Z to hear day care, mill site rezone apps
The Bonners Ferry Planning and Zoning Commission will meet at 5:15 p.m. Thursday, May 15, to hold public hearings on special use permit applications for a new daycare in the […]
9B.News adopts new letter/comment guidelines
9B.News gratefully welcomes comments on articles and letters to the editor on any subject of topical interest subject to the following policies. 9B.News will no longer accept letters to the […]
Every vote counts: Vote yes for our schools
When I scroll through my Facebook page, the vast majority of my posts are about our students—the incredible activities they’re involved in, the memories they’re making, and the pride they […]
Rethinking Our Christianese: 5 Phrases We Might Need to Retire
Rethinking Our Christianese: 5 Phrases We Might Need to Retire By: Thad DeBuhr with Your Jesus Journey There’s a certain language that develops within Christian circles, phrases we hear so […]
Teascarlet – Cheers to two years
By Katie Banning and Mike Weland Teascarlet Fine Art, owned and operated by the artist herself, Hannah Sucsy, had its second anniversary celebration today, complete with mimosas, beer, music and […]
Your 2025 Distinguished Young Woman is …
The 2025 Boundary County Distinguished Young Woman is Jane Moellmer!
STAR card required to fly after May 7, 2025
If you are planning domestic travel or entering a federal facility, you will be required to have what is now being referred to as a Real ID, or Star card. […]
A letter from Sheriff Stolley to Boundary County
Boundary County, I’m writing to urge your support for the Boundary County Maintenance and Operation Levy. Early voting is in progress, so go vote now. If you can’t make it […]
I can’t in good conscience blame Trump
I admit I’m only one of millions of people angry at President Trump’s lawlessness; preempting the other two main branches of government; defunding of vital services and research; mass firing […]
Nature is rolling out of its deep winter-y sleep
I spent many nights of my youth summers in the front of an aluminum canoe spinning the shores and vegetation of Perkins Lake while my father paddled in the rear […]
Couple seeks help feeding the homeless
Bonners Ferry locals Bud Ewing and Darleen Jackson, founders of the Boundary County ministry Living Sanctuary, will be traveling to downtown Spokane Saturday to take food to the homeless, continuing […]
Live fire training day Saturday on Denver Street
A live fire training day will be held from 7 a.m. to at least 1 p.m. tomorrow in Bonners Ferry that will involve all seven fire departments in Boundary County. […]
It’s a Fine Pickle I’ve Gotten into this Time
Out of Kilter Presents: It’s a Fine Pickle I’ve Gotten into this Time By Ken Carpenter July 11, 2006 I have always loved pickled things. I don’t know it for […]
Paulus Restorium Employee of the Month
On behalf of the Friends of the Restorium, the Restorium Residents Council recognized personal services assistant Linda Paulus as the March 2025 recipient of the Ray Olson Employee of the […]
The Tavern at the Lodge now offering outdoor seating
If you just need to feel the soft breeze on your face as you enjoy the ambiance, a glass a wine and your favorite homemade meal, look no further than […]
Simple Simon’s is now Misty Mountain Pizza
Nearly everyone in Boundary County knows of Simple Simons Pizza. They have dine in and delivery options and some of the best chicken wings in North Idaho. Now, you will […]
A half century at Boundary County Community Restorium
By Mike Weland With a special thanks to Sue Kemmis for research at the Boundary County Museum In November 1974, Boundary County voters passed a bond issue by a vote […]
Boundary County Chaplain announcement
April 24, 2025 From: Boundary County Chaplain Corps For immediate release: The month of May marks two national memorials that recognize the sacrifices made by law enforcement and fire personnel. […]
Is Sheriff Bob getting special treatment?
On February 22, at a “town hall” in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho (CDA), sponsored by the Kootenai County Republican Central Committee (KCRCC), a gang of five men, at the direction of […]
Sheryl Tolson
Sheryl Tolson passed away peacefully from cancer in Bonners Ferry on April 22, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Viewing will be held from 5 to 6 p.m. Friday, April […]
A view from the valley: No constitution, no liberty
By Georgia Earley Our constitution is a framework of laws of governance which only by agreement and commitment by all citizens, guarantees our liberties. Without “we the people” standing firm […]
In response to Moon’s ‘Fighting the good fight’
By Mike Weland In her opening paragraph, Dorothy Moon is absolutely right. But in gaslighting, that’s how you reel in the gullible. It’s how you brainwash the susceptible. Consider the […]
Fighting the good fight
By Dorothy Moon IDGOP Chairwoman If it’s worth having, it’s worth defending. Our Founding Fathers understood that defending their liberty was worth even more than their lives, their fortunes, and […]
Let us hold to true conservative values
By former Mayor Darrell Kerby Bonners Ferry With the close of 2025 Idaho Legislature, let us again reflect on who we truly are and what it means to be an […]
Boundary Community Hospital Health Fair and Fun Run
Boundary Community Hospital Health Fair and Fun Run Here’s what you can look forward to: Superhero Fun Run: Participate in a 3K Family Walk, a 5K Run, or a 10K […]
Administrative Professionals Day – A thank you from Foundations School
By Julie Montgomery – Principal at Foundations School As Administrative Professionals Day approaches on April 24th, we want to take a moment to celebrate and honor Dustin Solt – a […]
I had a dream
I had a dream last night … maybe it was from the spicy pizza … who knows where dreams come from? Anyway, I seemed to hear voices from a long […]
Generic prescription users could be due compensation
Attorney General Raúl Labrador urges consumers to check their eligibility for compensation for certain generic drug purchases as Idaho has joined 50 states and territories in seeking preliminary approval for […]
Jesse Banning is 50!
By Katie Banning Would all of our 9B.News family join me in wishing, my husband, Jesse Banning a happy 50th birthday? 50 years ago, he weighed in at 12 pounds, […]
Gray building going on the auction block
Built in 1910, this Bonners Ferry historical office building with nearly 13,000 square feet is at auction and open for bidding. Located at 7202 Main Street, Bonners Ferry, Idaho, this […]
Man’s E-Bike stollen from Kootenai River Inn
Morgan Clark, a Bonners Ferry local, had his E- Bike stolen today from in front of the Kootenai River Inn at 12:51pm on April 22, 2025. Security footage from the […]
Little prepares for “Freeing our Forests”
Governor Brad Little issued a new executive order today, the “Make Forests Healthy Again Act,” directing the Idaho Department of Lands (IDL) to expand its partnership with the U.S. Forest […]
Tuesday’s Trouble sends eight to state
Tuesday’s Trouble women’s bowling league sent eight players to the Idaho State Championships. The event was held on three separate weekends and in two cities to accommodate all bowlers. The […]
Happy Birthday, Molly!
Happy birthday to you. Happy birthday to you. Happy birthday dear, Molly! Happy birthday to you! Dearest Molly, Our wonderful baby girl is now 13. How truly blessed we feel. […]
Kenneth Alan Chulick
Kenneth Alan Chulick passed away suddenly on May 29, 2024, at Community Hospital in Missoula Montana. Ken was a loving husband, the best dad and grandpa, a great brother, loyal […]
Boundary County’s 2025 First Baby of Spring
In observance of agriculture, spring, and new beginnings, Boundary County Farm Bureau is delighted to announce the arrival of this year’s first baby of spring, Jade Sophia Ramer! Born at […]
Tuesday’s Trouble stats for week 31/32
By Michelle Sweet Individual Liz Cada (Spruce) achieved high scratch game with 176, 3third high scratch series with 471, high handicap game with 269, and high handicap series with 750. […]
Utah voucher law unconstitutional; Idaho’s law vulnerable
By Jim Jones JJ Commontater A district judge in Utah issued a marvelous decision on April 18, finding Utah’s school voucher law to be unconstitutional. The 60-page decision was based […]
Hope House, Senior Center get Innovia grants
Innovia Foundation’s Leadership Council for Bonner and Boundary Counties announced grant awards totaling $30,000 at the community celebration of the Live Give 7B campaign on April 18. The grants will […]
Police chief grateful for community’s love and support
By Willie Cowell on behalf of Amanda and the entire Cowell family February 5, 2025, is now a day in Cowell family history which moving forward will be remembered as […]
Flags to half staff in memory of Pope Francis
HONORING THE MEMORY OF HIS HOLINESS POPE FRANCIS BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION UPDATE: Flags return to full staff at sunset on Saturday, April […]
Save the Date Events Presents: Casino Fatale
Turning Moments into Memories: Save the Date Events In the world of unforgettable celebrations, details matter. At Save the Date Events, no detail goes unnoticed. Founded in 2024 by Ginny […]
Isaiah makes strides through the weekend
To donate, click here UPDATE: 1:29 p.m. Monday, April 21 — It was an amazing weekend for Isaiah. His mom, Maygen says they are in a regular room and working […]
BCSD #101 and Foundations School believe in community and kids
On March 17, a significant step towards enhanced collaboration was taken as Boundary County School District #101 Superintendent Jan Bayer and Vice-Board Chair Teresa Rae visited Foundations School. The visit […]
SCAA seeks input on fostering
Second Chance Animal Adoption is working to improve their foster system by shaping to better fit needs of their animals and the community, and they’ve launched a survey to held […]
Bears … Oh my!
By Former Bonners Ferry Mayor Darrell Kerby The Interagency Grizzly Bear Committee may soon become obsolete. For 55 years, this group of bureaucrats has been utilized by federal agencies to […]
The Dangerous Illusion of the Solo Christian
Your Jesus Journey The Dangerous Illusion of the Solo Christian – by Thad DeBuhr We live in an age of unprecedented connectivity, yet ironically, many Christians find themselves in a […]
County residents stand up against Trump
By Mike Weland The “liberals” are marching. After 10 years of mostly lying low as the era of Donald Trump here in “Trump Country” grew ever more bizarre and inimical […]
The Bonners Ferry Rotary Egg Hunt – One for the books
Fun was had by all! The Boundary County Fairgrounds was filled today with a sea of children adorned in pastels scurrying around searching for candy filled and golden eggs. Parents […]
The Curley Creek Community Hall Egg Hunt – Success!
A message from the Curley Creek Community Hall: Easter Egg Hunt Recap! A little rain didn’t stop the fun! While we had fewer kids than usual this year, around 50 […]
Foundations School – the heart and the need
Where there’s a need; she’s there to meet it. Where there’s prayer needed, she’s there to pray. Where there’s a family in crisis, she’s there with resources. This is Charli […]
Fair board hiring for season
As the season starts warming up, the Boundary County Fair Board is looking for a few good hands; three fairgrounds bartenders, two temporary maintenance and janitorial workers and one year-around, […]
Website launched to highlight historic places — stories needed
The Friends of Boundary County Historic Places has launched a new website to encourage everyone interested in helping to encourage the protection and proper use of the historical sites in […]
Rylie Kimball’s ‘Distinguished’ Farewell
Rylie Kimball will take the stage at the Becker Auditorium one final time on April 26th as the Distinguished Young Woman of Bonners Ferry to welcome a new recipient of […]
CAP Selkirk Composite Squadron hosting open house
By Wyatt Blackmore C/1st Lt, CAP The Selkirk Composite Squadron will host an open house for the community from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, April 22, in the Bonners Ferry […]
Meet the final four DYW participants
The Bonners Ferry Distinguished Young Women program receives its funds and support entirely through the donations of local community members and businesses. Without this support the program would not exist. […]
One for the kids: A Bonners Ferry Easter
By Mike Weland There’s a bit of magic underway in Bonners Ferry and while some of our neighbors know their roles in the mysterious dance now being orchestrated, there’s only […]
Viola Gedeon
Viola Gedeon, 97 of Bonners Ferry, passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends on April 16, 2025. Rosary will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday April 23, at St. […]
Paean to the panfish
Ah, the panfish. The fish type that is named after the fact that they never will quite outgrow a pan you plan to cook them in. A fast growing, short […]
IPNF prescribed burns are underway
Idaho Panhandle National Forests prescribed fire operations started today. We estimate this work to continue through the spring as weather conditions allow. We use prescribed fires to help reduce overgrown […]
Badgers ten run the Wildcats
By Badger Sports Reporter, Piper Banning Yesterday on the ball field, a military appreciation game was played. The National Guard supplied each player and coach with commemorative jerseys and our […]
Badger softball triumphs over Wildcats
Yesterday on the diamond, a military appreciation game was played. The National Guard supplied each player and coach with commemorative jerseys and our very own veteran, sports lover […]
In a perfect world black licorice would be illegal, served only in purgatory
Out of Kilter presents: In a perfect world black licorice would be illegal, served only in purgatory By Ken Carpenter March 7, 2004 I have a co-worker whose undying hatred […]
Idaho is on the right path – Scott Bedke
Op-Ed Submission April 17, 2025 Idaho is on the right path, By Lt. Governor Scott Bedke Like so many of you, I set a resolution each new year. It’s usually […]
Robotics Update – Back from the Championship
By 2130 Alpha + On March 26th the Alpha + Robotics team headed out to Nampa, Idaho to compete in the FIRST robotics Idaho Regional Competition at the Ford Center. […]
County losing on recycling program
The Boundary County Board of Commissioners are announcing modifications to the county recycling program. This is due to increasing operational costs, decreasing participation, and the challenges of the global recycling […]
Robert Allen Copeland
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Bob Copeland. Robert Allen Copeland was born May 22, 1974, in Bonners Ferry, to Roy and Sandy Copeland. A […]
Kiki is 6 today! Happy Birthday!
Kiki is turning six today! Join us in wishing her a very ‘Happy Birthday’. Kiki, here is a special message from someone who loves you very much: Daddy and Bobbo […]
Commissioners and county residents cordially share information
By Clarice McKenney Boundary County Commissioners held a town hall meeting this evening that was refreshingly cordial on all sides as commissioners explained necessary changes in the recycling program, plans […]
A Boundary County icon remembered
By Mike Weland Spokesman Review columnist Jim Kershner remembered how a renowned rural prosecutor started his career in Boundary County 50 years ago in today’s edition of “This Day in […]
Class on situational awareness at the Eagles
On March 27th there were reports made of unknown men trying to follow women into the restroom at the Bonners Ferry Visitor Center. These events have spurred local groups to […]
A special Easter meal at the Tavern at the Lodge
No plans for Easter dinner? Let the Tavern at the Lodge serve you. Chef Dirk and Kim along with their staff wish best wishes for a joyous Easter and spring […]
Paradise Valley Community Garage Sale
Yard sale season is upon us, and Paradise Valley is kicking it off with a ‘bang’. On Saturday, May 10, 2025, there will be a community garage sale in the […]
Commissioners town hall tonight
The Board of Boundary County Commissioners will host a town hall meeting at 6 p.m. tonight, Wednesday, April 16, in the Memorial Hall at the fairgrounds,6567 Recreation Park Road, Bonners […]
Meet four of this year’s DYW participants
In 1966, a group of young Boundary County high school students, girls all, 16 to 17 years old, most of them, embarked on a short but intense journey of self […]
Second Chance donation receptacle is ready for use.
Second Chance Animal Adoption Thrift Store and Shelter is pleased to announce the donation receptacle that is now located to the left or west side of the entrance to the […]
ESports thanks community and Burger Express
Last Thursday, Burger Express hosted the Bonners Ferry High School Esports team. They donated 100% of sales and tips to the team between the hours of 5 p.m. and 7 […]
Birthday, Baby and Anniversary Shout Outs!
Do you want to put someone you know on blast? Do you want the masses to celebrate someone you love? 9B.News wants to help! Send us a picture and name […]
Car show for Scholarships
Do you have a student plan on attending college or trade school and live in Kootenai County? If so, this may be part of the answer you are looking for. […]
Senior Assassin – but with silly string!
By Sydney Beckle If you see members of the 2025 Bonners Ferry High School Senior Class “floatin” around with swimming goggles and pool floaties, don’t be alarmed. The senior class […]
Robert Lynn ‘Crazy Bob’ Chaney
1957 – 2025 After 67 years of a full-spirited, adventure-filled life, Robert Lynn Chaney — lovingly known as “Crazy Bob” — was called home on April 7, 2025. He leaves […]
Jon and Chelsea’s Adoption Journey
Jon and Chelsea Mowery have, since they married, had a deep desire to be parents. In 2021, after two miscarriages and the discovery of infertility, they had almost given up […]
Four Boundary county athletes to compete at world championship in Florida.
The SAGA Competitive Cheer team out of Sandpoint, Idaho with competitors from Boundary County, announced that one of its teams has earned a bid to the 2025 All-Star World Championships […]
Naples man dies in fiery collision
A Naples man died today and his juvenile passenger was LifeFlited to an area hospital following a fiery three-vehicle collision on Highway 95 near mile 495. According to the Idaho […]
State drivers licenses won’t be accepted by TSA starting May 7
On May 7, the Transportation Security Administration will no longer accept state-issued identifications that are not REAL ID compliant at security checkpoints. All airline passengers 18 years and older, including […]
Some suggestions for what Senator Crapo can do now for housing in Idaho
By Jim Jones JJ Commontater Senator Mike Crapo said in an April 8 op-ed that “access to affordable housing is one of the most pressing issues” he encounters across Idaho. […]
Teascarlet Fine Art – Two Years in Bloom
Hannah Sucsy had a dream; a dream that would not soon enough come true. For nearly 15 years she was held back by echoes of what others might think, “It’s […]
Meeting set to form Copeland Grange
A community informational meeting about starting a new Grange charter in Boundary County will be held at 6 p.m. Friday, April 18, at the Copeland Community Hall, 3208 Highway 1, […]
New era for local Rotary begins Tuesday
The new era of the Bonners Ferry Rotary Club begins noon Tuesday, April 15, at the Kootenai River Inn. Stage 2 of this amazing club … where the Magic of […]
Badgers shine at North Idaho Hall of Fame banquet
Photos courtesy Kelly Hinthorn The Bonners Ferry Badgers were impressive at the North Idaho Hall of Fame banquet at the Coeur d’Alene Resort Saturday night, four entering the 2024-2025 class […]
A View from the Valley: More words of wisdom from the past
By Georgia Earley In the last four years under its new rules, the Idaho Republican Political Party has increasingly censored Republican lawmakers, labeling those who don’t “toe the party line” […]
Every Christian is a Witness – Thad DeBuhr
Every Christian is a Witness By: Thad Debuhr – Your Jesus Journey Hey Friend! Ever feel that little knot in your stomach when the idea of sharing your faith comes […]
Neither rain nor snow can slow 9B Cropswap
For the fifth year, the Worzala family has been hard at work since March adding more garden space around their home near the Bonners Ferry City Pool, not to stock […]
Talking the mop fly
Spring has sprung, and the snow is melting. Quickly. And with the melt, most of my favorite and very fish-able lakes (and Dawson) have melted off and the fishing is beginning to pick up.
Egg Drop by Rylann
Are you a parent or grandparent with littles that are so excited to do an egg hunt for Easter and you just can’t muster up the energy or gumption to […]
Hearing set for Ibex roofing and siding plant
The Heritage Foundation and Ken Schrock, Caribou Creek Log Homes, are seeking approval to build a 35,000-square foot Ibex commercial and manufacturing plant on Highway 95 just north of Pro […]
Elroy Joseph ‘Roy’ Crum
Elroy Joseph “Roy” Crum, 69, passed away on Saturday, March 1, 2025, in Sandpoint. Graveside services witeh military honors will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 14, at the […]
Bonners Ferry P&Z hosting code open house
The City of Bonners Ferry is updating its zoning code and zoning map to reflect the goals and policies of its recently adopted comprehensive plan. The City invites public comment […]
Shortcuts drive you crazy – By Ken Carpenter
Out of Kilter presents: Shortcuts to Drive You Crazy By Ken Carpenter July 13, 2003 It is the right indeed it is the obligation, of every human male driver to […]
8th Grade Promotion Auction
The year 2029 is just around the corner and the Badger class of 2029 is about to celebrate their promotion to high school. The parents of the class of 2029 […]
Wishing Dr. Beth Walker congratulations on retirement
By Bonners Ferry Veterinary Clinic After 16 cumulative years at Bonners Ferry Veterinary Clinic, we are both excited and tearful to announce the upcoming retirement of Dr. Beth Walker. At […]
Key Excerpts from Congressman Russ Fulcher’s Town Hall
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: CONTACT: Christianné Allen, Christianne.Allen@mail.house.gov CONTACT: Marisa Melton, Marisa.Melton@mail.house.gov Congressman Fulcher Telephone Town Hall Key Excerpts WASHINGTON, D.C. — Yesterday, Congressman Russ Fulcher hosted a live telephone town hall, taking questions from […]
The legislative session in summary
By District 1 Senator Jim Woodward The first regular session of the 68th Idaho Legislature adjourned on April 5. The session spanned 89 days, fairly typical in length, although fifteen […]
Bonners Ferry Marine touts military-friendly University of Montana
By Cary Shimek, UM News Service MISSOULA – A national organization recently named the University of Montana the No. 1 “Military Friendly” college in the United States. The ranking is […]
Burger Express to host Esports tomorrow night
Burger Express is at it again. They will be donating every dollar of the sales earned from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. tomorrow night to the Bonners Ferry High School […]
Turner Plumbing to offer membership plans
Turner Plumbing is excited to announce the introduction of their plumbing service membership plan. For only $49.99 per month or $499.90 per year, you will get priority scheduling, no minimum […]
Neurogen brain balancing, now at Northern Beauty Bar
Northern Beauty Bar is the new location for Neurogen Brain Balancing of Idaho. Stacy Munoz was born and raised in Arizona and moved to the Pacific Northwest in 2016. She […]
Selkirk Seamless Gutters – a diamond in the rough
Trenton Dyck, owner and operator of Selkirk Seamless Gutters, has been installing and repairing gutters since 2021. A master at his work, Trenton takes pride in meticulously precise gutter installation […]
Badger golf completes second tournament of season
Bonners Ferry High School golf team update. By Maureen Blackmore April 7th the team traveled to Kellogg’s Pinehurst course to play their second invite of the season. It was a […]
Badger Baseball shirts for sale – By Maas Designs
Baseball season has begun, and Maas Designs is excited to announce their Badger Baseball line. Get your gear now just in time to cheer the Badgers on to victory. The […]
Transient killed by train early Monday
A 67-year-old transient was hit and killed by a train early Monday morning. The incident occurred at about 3 a.m. on the Union Pacific line in District 2. Robert Lynn […]
Idaho now has a powerful mini-legislature within its official Legislature
By Jim Jones JJ Commontater Idahoans can breathe a sigh of relief now that the Legislature has folded its tent and gone home. The bright side of this year’s session […]
Dora M. Brown
We are saddened to announce the passing of Dora M. Brown on April 5 at the Boundary County Extended Care facility. She was 86 years old. No services are planned […]
Youth Football – the next generation
By Coach Karl Green Sunday was a long, hard-fought day for the Badgers. The five-on-five and seven-on-seven youth football tournament in Sandpoint started at 8:30 a.m. and went on throughout […]
Gearing up for a patriotic Fourth of July
Parade planners Charli and Lucas Turner are already hard at work getting ready for the Bonners Ferry Fourth of July parade, and it’s time for the community to begin gearing […]
Boundary County Library now boasts seed library
In addition to books, periodicals, videos, magazines and all its other resources, the Boundary County Library is now hosting a Boundary County Seed Library offering county gardeners free seeds acclimate […]
9B.News opens ‘Run for the Roses’ fundraiser for DYW
By Mike Weland I am convinced there is no program more transformative available to young women than Distinguished Young Women, and that no community puts more into it or is […]
Girl Scout Cookies, anyone?
The Bonners Ferry Girl Scout Troop 2506 has excess boxes of Girl Scout cookies that must be sold by April 13th, 2025. The girls will be at the Moyie Springs […]
Two Brews Coffee Celebrates One Year
Mark your calendars and put your party pants on! Two Brews Coffee has been serving coffee and sustenance to the people of Boundary County for a full year now and […]
Collapsed lung puts family in financial peril
Despite having a tough time catching his breath and serious chest pain, Michael Carmean arrived for his shift as a cook at Three Mile Cafe on time Tuesday, April 1. […]
Besties Helene and Kim sign to colleges far apart
Helene Rae and her best friend Kim Lucas signed to their respective colleges last week. Helene Rae will be attending the College of Idaho in Caldwell as a track athlete […]
Beyond the Guardrails: Embracing God’s Unexpected Choices
Title: Beyond the Guardrails: Embracing God’s Unexpected Choices By Thad DeBuhr – Your Jesus Journey You know, I’ve been thinking a lot lately about how often we put God in […]
Local “Hands Off” crowds energized and uplifted
By Clarice M McKenney Peacekeeper volunteers did a great job controlling a crowd, estimated at 800 attending Saturday’s “Hands Off” protest in Sandpoint. They did everything from shepherding pedestrians safely […]
A treasure in our midst: Second Chance Animal Adoption
Second Chance Animal Adoption and Thrift, a shelter and a thrift store working in tandem, have been helping lost dogs and cats get home and homeless cats and dogs find […]
Highway 95 reopen after collision
1:20 p.m.: The roadway is clear and reopened. 12:34 p.m.: LifeFlite has lifted off. Traffic is now alternating around the crash site. 12:08 p.m.: LifeFlite is on scene. Noon: LifeFlite […]
Circuit Breaker Reminder
PTR (Circuit Breaker) REMINDER: A circuit breaker exemption is a tax relief program that limits the property tax on real property valued at a certain amount, usually less than five […]
Second Harvest coming April 17
The next 2nd Harvest Mobile Food Market of the season will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, April 17, at the Boundary County Fairgrounds. Cars should enter […]
Eight Girls to Participate in Distinguished Young Women
Eight of Bonners Ferry’s most outstanding junior girls will be given an opportunity to win scholarship money in this year’s annual Bonners Ferry Distinguished Young Women Scholarship Program. The theme of this year’s program is “Run for the Roses.”
A View From the Hill: A government of reason
By Georgia Early Imagine if our legislature endorsed one state religion funded by our taxes, and only members of that faith could vote. And those who practiced or proselytized a […]
Cowells remain in custody; Motion for bond reduction denied
A Bonners Ferry couple facing multiple sexual abuse charges against two of their now-adult children were both denied reduction of their million-dollar bond at their arraignment hearing today in Boundary […]
Hourglass Body Sculpting – Look and feel better in your own skin
Advanced Non-Invasive Body Contouring and Skin Tightening at Hourglass Body Sculpting Do you want to feel and look better in your own skin? Do you want to emulsify fat cells […]
‘Within the Silence’ coming to the Pearl
A free live performance of “Within the Silence” by Living Voices is being presented by the Boundary County Human Rights Task Force, co-sponsored by the Idaho Humanities Council, at 6:30 […]
Plumbers of the World Unite…By Ken Carpenter
Out of Kilter ‘Plumbers of the World Unite…and Make Everybody Pull up their Drawers Please’ Plumbers all over the world have had to live with a stigma of their occupations […]
Skunked on the Joe, part II
My reunion with one of my oldest, and dearest, friends began as one should: a few blue cans, a juicy tri-tip that had been in a smoker all day, and a bit of small talk.
Crafting futures: Local cabinetmaking students build more than furniture
By Woodshop teacher Francis Carlson In a time when hands-on skills are often overshadowed by screens and software, a group of high school students in Bonners Ferry is quietly reviving […]
Artis Albano Owsley
With deep sorrow, Travis, the son of Artis Albano Owsley, has shared the passing of his beloved mother. Artis, a cherished member of the Bonners Ferry High School graduating class […]
Hank Willis, DDS to Offer Free Care to Those in Need.
Do you have dental pain? Do you have a tooth or teeth that you need to have extracted but just cannot afford to have them removed? April 28, 2025, Dr. […]
North Idaho Collision to Host Customer and Vendor Appreciation Event.
North Idaho Collision Repair Center will be hosting a customer and vendor appreciation event on Friday, May 16, 2025, from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the North Idaho Collision […]
Walter ‘Walt’ Paul Kirby
Long-time local businessman and Boundary County Commissioner Walter Paul Kirby, 94, passed away early Saturday, March 29, at home with his family. Services may be held later this summer. He […]
Hurry up and wait
By Representative Steve Berch We’re entering the end-game portion of the legislative session. There are four games being played as we lurch toward the end (with a lot of negotiations […]
Do you believe in the constitution?
By Timothy Braatz The U.S. Constitution, written in 1787, is a brief instructional manual, sketching out a federal government, what it can and cannot do—a barebones blueprint—not much to “believe […]
Old Addie Road Water War ends with full five-year sentence
By Mike Weland After seven years, the Old Addie Road Water War, fought over a well shared by two neighbors, has ended and peace returns to the Good Grief as […]
Marciavee Cossette
March 12, 1934 — March 26, 2025 Marciavee Cossette, 91, passed away peacefully on March 26, 2025, at Sunset Home in Bonners Ferry. Marciavee was born on March 12, 1934, […]
Tami Jeppesen is BCH ‘Spark of the Month’
The administration and staff at Boundary Community Hospital ask that you help them congratulate their March Spark of the Month – Tami Jeppesen, Emergency Department Tech and EMT “In recognition […]