The International Elk-Kootenai/y Watershed Study Board is seeking public input through a listening session, and they are inviting the public to participate. The International Elk-Kootenai/y Watershed Study Board (Study Board) […]
Month: July 2025
Out of Kilter – By Ken Carpenter
The Necktie, a Strangler for the Ages October 2, 2004 I have never been a big fan of getting choked. There’s just something about it that is distasteful, besides the […]
Lenora Carpenter, 93
Lenora Carpenter (1932-2025), the best and funniest mom, grandma and aunt in history, passed away peacefully in her own bed on July 15. A very independent woman, she still lived […]
Over 100 gallons of huckleberries seized
July 24, 2025 – The Boundary County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO), in collaboration with the U.S. Forest Service, U.S. Border Patrol, and Kootenai Tribe of Idaho Law Enforcement, successfully completed a […]
Sofas, chairs and more on sale at Beck’s
Stationary sofas, sectionals, loveseats and chairs are on sale until July 31 at Beck’s Furniture, strategically placed on the showroom floor so you can test seat height and seat depth […]
A stream runs through it
I loaded the car with two fly rods, a backpack full of fly boxes and coffee making paraphernalia, my wife and my son then we were on the road towards not the nearest creek nor the furthest creek but a creek nonetheless.
Nighttime paving work to begin on US-95 north of Athol
Starting Monday the Idaho Transportation Department will begin a two-week, nighttime project to grind and repave the center of U.S. Highway 95 from Granite Loop Road to Blacktail Road north […]
Merle Olsen – Celebration of Life
Longtime cattleman Merle E. Olsen, 83, of Bonners Ferry, died November 13 at Boundary Community Hospital. A Celebration of Life and potluck is set for Sunday, July 27, 2025, from […]
Badger Football to begin August 11
Football season is upon us, and the Badger football team is gearing up for the 2025 season. The weight room at Bonners Ferry High School is open on Mondays and […]
Missing 30-30 Rifle
Following a men’s retreat in the mountains this week at Boulder Meadows, one of the men accidentally left a lever action Winchester 30-30 at the trail head leaning against a […]
Idaho PILT monies allocated
Idaho will receive a total of $42.9 million in Payments in Lieu of Taxes (PILT) funding for 2025. Since local governments cannot tax federal lands, annual PILT payments help cover […]
Helping Hands of Naples
Helping Hands of Naples is a non-profit organization that helps and supports the community of Bonners Ferry. You will find Helping Hands of Naples at their booth in the Exhibit […]
Showman Hairstyling at the Boundary County Fair
Are you showing an animal at the Boundary County Fair this year and would like to have someone style your hair before showing? Or would you just like to have […]
Free Pancake Breakfast – Paradise Valley Fire District
Paradise Valley’s Annual Pancake Breakfast is just around the corner. On Saturday, August 2, 2025, from 8 to 11 a.m. at Paradise Valley Fire District at 2492 Paradise Valley Road, […]
Fair board seeking summer help
The Boundary County Fair Board is seeking applicants for two temporary summer fairgrounds maintenance/janitorial positions. The primary job responsibilities are to perform a variety of duties related to maintenance, janitorial, […]
Mirror Lake closing for maintenance
Mirror Lake Golf Course will be closed from sunrise to about noon Friday, July 25, for course maintenance. This includes all early morning rounds before tee times begin. Management apologizes […]
Little, Risch and Crapo are betting heavily on Trump’s MAGA program
By Jim Jones JJ Commontater The envelope in my mailbox screamed out, “this ENDORSEMENT has IDAHO LIBERALS worried.” Fearing the worst, I gingerly opened the envelope, only to find that […]
Recent grizzly bear sightings are a reminder that North Idaho is bear country
By T.J. Ross Idaho Fish and Game As summer unfolds and wild berries begin to ripen across the landscape, bears are on the move—and recent sightings in the Panhandle are […]
Commissioners continue to press for USFS action
Boundary County Commissioners continue to press U.S. Forest Service officials to allocate funds and expedite timber harvest on federal lands within the county to mitigate potentially catastrophic fire risk, penning […]
A message from North Bench Fire District
The North Bench Fire Chief has received many calls regarding duplicate dues notices being mailed out. This is no cause for alarm. North Bench Fire District has been made aware […]
FFA and 4-H Market Animals
The Boundary County Fair is right around the corner, August 5 through August 10 to be exact, and that means there will be market animals to bid on at the […]
Second Chance pets of the week
Cody and Sassy are the pets of the week this week at Second Chance Animal Adoption. Don’t forget that the pets of the week are 50% off the regular adoption […]
Badger Stadium Seating Donations
Have you ever attended an event at the Kenny Mendenhall Stadium? Have you ever had the pleasure of attending a Badger football game or track meet? If you have, you […]
Robert (Bob) O. Nelson
Robert O. Nelson ended his journey on July 16, 2025, at Sunset Home surrounded by family. Robert O. Nelson was born November 4, 1929, in Homer, Nebraska to Bertel L. […]
Free Avian Flu testing for fair foul this Wednesdsay
Free avian flu testing for open class poultry entries for the Boundary County Fair takes place from 2 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, July 23, in the fairgrounds indoor arena. Avian […]
Blue Lining: The zenith of Boundary County fly fishing
The average person just sees a bug. A fly fisher can see the caddis or the mayfly, the salmon fly and stonefly. They see a running current; at the same time a frightening, powerful phenomenon and a thing of beauty. A fly fisher sees the way the water curls over a large rock, the trout nearby waiting for the next course to their meal behind it. The fly fisher sees the water in a different way; it is a whole different experience. A better experience.
Second Harvest Mobile Market
Second Harvest Inland Empire Mobile Market will be returning to Bonners Ferry on July 23, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Boundary County Fairgrounds located at 7128 […]
Selkirk Seamless Gutters
“It has been a good year,” Selkirk Seamless Gutters owner, Trenton Dyck says, “We have been able to expand a lot more and offer snow guard and moss removal. This […]
Bonners Ferry Bulls & Broncs
The Boundary County Fair is upon us and that means action packed days of rodeo. For two nights, August 8 at 7 p.m. and August 9 at 5 p.m., Bonners […]
Road striping to begin in county Monday
Drivers traveling through Boundary County should expect slower traffic and possible delays as crews with the Idaho Transportation Department paint highway lines beginning Monday. Drivers traveling U.S. Highway 95 through […]
Law Enforcement is searching for three males who ran from a traffic stop in the area of Pleasant Valley Loop & Hwy 95 Wearing dark shirts and blue jeans. Use caution in the area. Report suspicious activity to Sheriff’s Office, (208) 267-3151, extension 0.
Law Enforcement is searching for three males who ran from a traffic stop in the area of Pleasant Valley Loop & Hwy 95 Wearing dark shirts and blue jeans. Use […]
The voters have spoken!
For the Fourth of July this year, 9B.News asked for submissions of pictures from the festivities around the county. Hundreds if not thousands enjoyed what Boundary County has to offer […]
Gentry, Daley Restorium employees of the month
Connie Gentry and Aiden Daley are the Ray Olson We Care employees of the month at the Boundary Community Restorium. Connie Gentry; May recipient, is a Med tech (PSA2) and […]
Happy Birthday, John Becker!
We’re a little late to the party today, but would you all join us in wishing Mr. John Becker a happy birthday? John is a giver. He is Mr. Community […]
Little Badger Lunch Bags at the pool
Little Badger Lunch Bags will be hosting an additional lunch bag give away at the Bonners Ferry Municipal Pool for one day only, Monday July 28 starting at 1:30 p.m. […]
4-H Kooteneers Year-End Report
By Piper Chouinard 4-H Kooteneers 2025 Year-End Report As we reflect on the events and activities of this year, the Kooteneers have once again shown incredible dedication to the community, […]
Dr. Hailey Rose to join the team at Boundary Community Clinics
Boundary Community Clinics Welcomes Pediatrician Dr. Hailey Rose Boundary Community Clinics is proud to welcome Dr. Hailey Rose, pediatrician, to its medical team beginning August 2025. A Bonners Ferry native, […]
Happy Birthday, Triston!
Will you join us in wishing Triston Howell a very happy birthday? His family would like him to know that they are so proud of the man, husband and father […]
Press release – BFPD Break-In and Theft
On July 11, 2025, it was reported to the Bonners Ferry Police Department that between the hours of 3:55 and 4:13 a.m., an unknown suspect entered Far North Outfitters by […]
Victoria is 15 today!
This beautiful young lady turned 15 years old today! Will you all join us in wishing her a very happy birthday? “She’s an intelligent woman, very kindhearted and always knows […]
Ladonna is turning 40 today!
Today, Ladonna is turning 40 years old! Will you all join us in wishing her a very happy birthday? “We are proud of you and are so excited to see […]
Second Annual Coffee for CASA – The Battle of the Bean
Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) is a national association in the United States that supports and promotes court-appointed advocates for abused or neglected children. CASA are volunteers from the community who complete […]
Anne Louise Dahnke Remaley
Anne Louise Dahnke Remaley, beloved sister, mother, aunt, grandmother and great-grandmother, passed away in Pullman on Saturday, June 21, 2025, of natural causes related to interstitial lung disease. She was […]
Troy mountain biker has confrontation with bear
A mountain biker safely managed a close encounter with a bear while riding on the Starry Goat Trail on national forestland near Troy last week. The incident occurred when the […]
Clover Fire close to contained
As of 5 p.m. today, the Boundary County Sheriff’s Office has rescinded all “Ready, Set, Go” evacuation status on the Clover Fire and all evacuation zones are back to normal […]
Pro and con: Is we woke or is we welcome?
Attorney general Raul Labrador says an Idaho teacher displayed a sign in her classroom designed to signal adherence to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. Emma Epperly, idednews.org, says it’s time Labrador wake up.
IDL reports good progress on Clover Fire
Firefighters have been making progress battling the fire, which has spread to approximately 30 acres, and is now 75- percent contained as of 2:57 p.m. today. The power in the […]
Déjà vu all over again for families of some American service personnel
By Jim Jones JJ Commontater Sergeant Cuauhtemoc “Temo” Juarez served on three continents as a member of the U.S. Marine Corps from 1995 to 1999. After that, he joined the […]
Rapid, effective response averts disaster on Clover Fire
By Andrew O’Neel Emergency Manager/Public Information Officer On Monday morning the Clover Fire in Boundary County was estimated at 20 acres, is about 25-percent contained, and has approximately 80 personnel […]
City prevails in electric rate dispute with IFG
By Mike Weland Judge Lamont C. Berecz on June 26 ended a lawsuit against the City of Bonners Ferry over an increase in electrical rates by Idaho Forest Group LLC, […]
Free school sports physicals offered July 29
Boundary Community Hospital (BCH), in partnership with Boundary County School District 101, is proud to offer free sports physicals for Boundary County students from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, July […]
BCH adds Positron Emission Tomography to its imaging capabilities
Boundary Community Hospital (BCH) is raising the standard of care in rural North Idaho with two major upgrades to its medical imaging capabilities: the launch of PET (Positron Emission Tomography) […]
Big weekend ahead in Bonners Ferry
It’s summertime in Bonners Ferry. That means that all of downtown is bustling with people of all ages, checking out all the goings on of this little far north town. […]
Second Chance pets of the week
Bubba and Charlie are the pets of the week this week at Second Chance Animal Adoption. Don’t forget that the pets of the week are 50% off the regular adoption […]
David and Alera are Engaged!
David Popped the question and Alera said YES! David and Alera met when they both worked for the Bonners Ferry Burger Express. After two years of dating, David decided that […]
IDL assumes control of Clover fire
11:44 p.m.: From Boundary County Emergency Management — Fire crews will be patrolling and monitoring the Clover Fire throughout the night. Flames and smoke will continue to be visible, though […]
Rare July cold front on the way
A strong cold front, rare for July, will push south and west into the region from Canada Monday evening, bringing gusty winds, cooler temperatures and a chance of thunderstorms. The […]
Think today’s national division is unprecedented? Think again — It pales next to the 1960s
Reflections from Bonners Ferry on the decade that tested America’s soul and shaped its spirit By Darrell Kerby While much of America burned with unrest during the 1960s, Bonners Ferry […]
The hidden menace of the shopping cart
Out of Kilter February 2, 2008 By Ken Carpenter I am hobbling around today cursing the long-departed owners of the Piggly Wiggly supermarket chain, Sylvan Goodman. He was the demented […]
2025 Fourth of July Parade winners announced
The 2025 Bonners Ferry Fourth of July parade was one for the history books. Hundreds of people gathered together for one purpose. The Boundary County Fairgrounds parking lot was lined […]
The Tavern at the Lodge – back in business
On June 17, Dirk and Kim Van der Kolk, owners of the Tavern at the Lodge made the difficult decision to temporarily close the doors of their restaurant due to […]
Second Chance asked, the community answered
“I’d like to thank all of those who donated to Second Chance Animal Adoption” Jill Nystrom, owner of the Rusty Moose Tavern and Grill says, “We received $725 in total […]
The Old Man and the Fly Rod
… now I wanted to play catch and release rather than kill and grill. This drove my father crazy. He fished and hunted to put food on the table, and now his only son of four kids wants to let that beautiful 18-inch rainbow he caught on a stonefly imitation go back into the water rather than into his and his family’s stomachs.
Fourth of July – Vote for crowd favorite
The 2025 Bonners Ferry Fourth of July parade was one for the books. Hundreds of people gathered together for one purpose. The Boundary County Fairgrounds parking lot was lined to […]
Jury Trial for Katherine Cowell re-scheduled
The jury trial that was set for Monday, July 14 for local woman, Katherine Cowell has been postponed. The trial date has been re-scheduled to September 29 with Judge Susie […]
Bonners Ferry locals set world record
Long time Bonners Ferry residents Josh Friedman and Julie Kirk completed the MR340 race on the Missouri River July 8 through July 11. The Missouri American Water MR340 is the […]
Happy Birthday, Flora!
This Bonners Ferry gem is celebrating another trip around the sun today. Would our 9B.News family join us in wishing Flora Wolf a very happy birthday? Flora has been a […]
Car Wash for a Cause
In the early hours of Father’s Day morning, June 15, 2025, the Bales family was awoken to the sound smoke alarms and smoke billowing through their nearly finished home. By […]
Bryan Krichbaum – gone too soon
December 25, 2020, a day that the residents of Boundary County would not soon forget. One of their own; their blood, their heart, their friend was found deceased following a […]
Becks Furniture … the little shop that could
Beck’s Furniture Store came together when Richard and Sherry Beck decided to step out and leap into an industry that is ever changing in trends. After moving to Bonners Ferry […]
Robert turns 23!
It’s birthday time again and today we celebrate Robert. Will all of our 9B.News family join us in wishing Robert Skilton a very happy 23rd birthday? “Happy 23rd birthday, Robert! […]
Second Chance Pets of the Week
Maggie and Storm are the pets of the week this week at Second Chance Animal Adoption. Don’t forget that the pets of the week are 50% off the regular adoption […]
Kids Day at the Market
This Saturday, July 12, don’t miss this family outing at the Moyie Springs Outdoor Market! There will be hands-on activities, games, face painting, a scavenger hunt for the kiddos, and […]
Notice from Idaho Fish and Game
As summer unfolds and wild berries begin to ripen across the landscape, bears are on the move—and recent sightings in the Panhandle are a good reminder that humans share this […]
Mountain View Organic Orchard, U-Pick season is about to begin
Wayne and Kathy Tesoriero purchased their beautiful Boundary County property complete with an orchard in July of 2018. With maturing trees planted over 25 years ago, it is their little […]
Missing dog in Moyie Springs
This little guy has been missing since July 7 from a construction site on Westwood Drive in Moyie Springs. He may have dry wall mud in his hair. Please call […]
Boundary County job opportunities
Boundary County was formed in 1915 and according to the 2020 census, is home to 12,056 people. Boundary County takes pride in its country, its history and its employees and […]
The Rusty Moose challenges community
Second Chance Animal Adoption is currently housing 43 animals. Many of these animals are being cared for right in the facility at 6651 Lincoln Street in Bonners Ferry, but others […]
Moyie Springs City Council meeting Wednesday
City of Moyie Springs City Hall 3331 Roosevelt Rd. Moyie Springs Idaho Agenda Regular Meeting – 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 9 1. Approve Minutes – Regular Meeting – June 4th, […]
Idaho Transportation Department wants your feedback – updated
By the Idaho Transportation Department We want your feedback on the draft Idaho Transportation Investment Program (ITIP) that outlines transportation priorities and guides investment decisions for the next seven years. […]
Second Chance Animal Adoption needs the community’s help
By Second Chance Animal Adoption board members Second Chance has a special request. The shelter is currently supporting 43 animals. Many of these animals are at our facility, and others […]
Carpathian Pacific Trio – at the Rex
Do you like live music? If so, then this is the event for you! Carpathian Pacific Trio live listening music is coming to the Rex Theater stage next Thursday, July […]
Laura Ingalls Wilder – live stage play at the Rex Theater
“Laura Ingalls Wilder: Voice of the Prairie” The Rex Theater Children’s Program live stage play is this Friday, July 11 at 7 p.m., Saturday, July 12 at 7 p.m. and […]
U.S. Marshals seeking Travis Decker
The U.S. Marshals Service Greater Idaho Fugitive Task Force is seeking the assistance of the public who were recreating in the Sawtooth National Forest in the last 24 hours – […]
Boundary County residents demand change
On June 28, 2025, there was a car vs. semi collision that nearly cost two children their lives. Life flight was called to the scene, and one was whisked off […]
Your No-Nonsense Guide to Knowing God – By Thad DeBuhr
Ever feel like when you’re trying to figure out faith, there’s just a lot of confusing noise out there? Like everyone’s got an opinion, but nobody’s giving you the straight […]
When Lawmaking Misses the Brakes…and the Point – by Darrell Kerby
During my time in the Idaho Senate, I witnessed something both earnest and troubling—a fellow senator, with good intentions but misplaced priorities, proposed legislation that would mandate all bicycles be […]
Dr. Troutlove; or, How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Moyie
Maybe the Moyie is what you could call a Pabst Blue Ribbon river: by myth, it won the award for “America’s Best” in the past–hypothetically at the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition for the PBR–but in reality no one really knows if that is the truth or not. All we know is that they are both cheap, fun, will give you a slight buzz if you really try, and are made mostly of water.
9B.News wants to see your pictures!
Show us your Fourth of July pictures! We will be drawing a winner on Friday, July 11. The winning picture will be posted as a feature for the rest of […]
Idaho’s Moment to Lead in Rural Health Revival
The Big Beautiful Bill, signed into law on Independence Day, wasn’t just fireworks and fiscal philosophy—it carried within it a spark of redemption for America’s neglected rural hospitals. Buried deep […]
Fourth of July in far North Idaho
The streets were lined with flags flying in the hands of parade goers as the Civil Air Patrol approached the starting line of the annual Bonners Ferry Fourth of July […]
Bonners Ferry residents to compete for Guinness World Record in Missouri river race
Long time Bonners Ferry residents Josh Friedman and Julie Kirk will be competing in the MR340 race on the Missouri River set to take place July 8 through July 11. […]
Bonners Ferry fireworks still on schedule
Despite the rain, Bonners Ferry fireworks are set to begin at 10:10 p.m.
Out of Kilter – by Ken Carpenter
Confessions of a Bathroom Reader August 2, 2003 I can’t remember how old I was when I started taking my passion for reading behind the locked door of the family […]
Succulent arrangements available for purchase in Bonners Ferry
Devonna Dixon, a long time Bonners Ferry resident, is getting in touch with her creative side. Devonna has developed Succulent D-Signs and specializes in pre-made and custom artificial succulent arrangements. […]
Grizzly bear sighted in Moyie Springs
We are receiving reports of a large grizzly bear being sighted in Moyie Springs around the area of Idaho Forest Group 3082 Roosevelt. Please be cautious.
Bonners Ferry driver’s licensing closed
Need to renew your driver’s license or take a written test? Well, you’re going to have to wait a while. Bonners Ferry driver’s licensing, located at 6566 Main Street, will […]
4th of July in Eastport
The 22nd Annual 4th of July Parade will commence at 1:00 p.m. All United States and Canadian residents are encouraged to participate or be a spectator in this unorganized and […]
Kootenai River Run 2025
By Carolyn Birrell Bonners Ferry’s annual 5k/10k fun run supporting graduating runners with scholarships while providing healthy, family fun! Kootenai River Run 2025 is shaping up to be another well-attended, […]
Robert ‘Bob’ Case
On Friday morning, November 29, 2024, Bob peacefully passed away and went to be with our Lord. His loving wife, Linda was by his side. Bob’s passion in life was […]
Eardhardt graduates POST top five
Congratulations to Boundary County Detention Deputy Andrew Eardhardt on graduating from the Idaho POST Academy today! Deputy Eardhardt finished in the top five academically and represented the Boundary County Sheriff’s […]
Fourth of July celebration — a Bonners Ferry tradition
The fireworks display is a Fourth of July staple in America, and it’s no different here in far north Bonners Ferry, Idaho. John Becker, organizer and promoter of the Bonners […]
Bots ‘n Boxes Food Drive
By FIRST Team 2130 – Badger Robotics We are excited for summer camp next week with 30 kids signed up and 16 team members and middle school team members helping […]
Little Badgers Lunch Bag Giveaway
Starting this Saturday, July 5 (running through July and August) Bonners Ferry Farmers Market Manager Booth is hosting FREE Little Badgers Lunch Bag giveaways. In partnership with Community Action Partnership, […]
More about Idaho missing persons alerts
In recent weeks, Idahoans have seen a noticeable increase in alerts for missing individuals. These notifications, directly pushed to mobile devices, raise understandable concerns and valid questions. Why do some […]
Senaida Acuna
Senaida Acuna died June 27, 2025, in Bonners Ferry, Idaho, at her home with her family at her side. Senaida was born on January 29, 1943 in Mora, New […]
TRAFFIC REVISION in Bonners Ferry
The approach from Kootenai Street onto Highway 95 is now a ‘Right Turn Only’ route. Traffic signs and cones have been placed at the intersection to notify drivers. This change […]
Alec and Bree are home following car vs. semi crash
On Saturday, June 28, 2025, Alec and Bree, children of Kyle and Tiffany Maas, were headed home from a school fundraiser when a semi-truck hit Alec’s Mini Cooper and sent […]
Richard Cowell admits guilt
Richard Cowell III pled guilty today to a charge of conspiring with his wife, Katherine, to sexually abusing two of their five children and took an Alford plea regarding a […]
From flags to welcome signs: How Idaho’s lawmakers traded common sense for control
By Darrell Kerby There was a time not long ago when Idaho stood tall and clear in its conviction: “Hate has no home here.” I remember the signs—“Idaho is Too […]
Local emergency!
On June 2, the Boundary County commissioners declared a “local emergency.” They are concerned, they say, about “an imminent threat to public safety, property, and local emergency response capacity” related […]
Crapo cheers passage of”Big Beautful Bill”
U.S. Senate Finance Committee Chairman Mike Crapo (R-Idaho) today hailed Senate passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act: “With this bill’s passage, the United States Senate is fulfilling President […]
Out of Kilter – by Ken Carpenter
Sweatless lips and odorous feet, and give them something good to eat… I had a short but interesting message on my answering machine last week. A mysterious woman told me […]
Battles over public lands loom even after sell-off proposal fails
by Alex Brown, Idaho Capital Sun July 1, 2025 Hunters, hikers and outdoors lovers of all stripes mounted a campaign this month against a Republican proposal to sell off millions […]
Suspect in CdA firefighter shooting ambush identified
First responders in and around Coeur d’Alene participate in a miles-long procession in honor of the two firefighters who died in a Sunday ambush. (Screenshot of video from Spokane Valley […]