Category: Feature

Did you know that one in nine children in Idaho go hungry? Bonners Ferry Farmers Market and Community Action are partnering together to ensure that no child goes hungry in […]

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 […]

It’s a girl! Farrah Lousie Dyck made her appearance on June 17, 2025 to Trenton and Reina Dyck, weighing in at 7 pounds 8 ounces and 20.5 inches long. Farrah […]

  Charli Turner and Dustin Solt from Foundations School are set to speak at the Bonners Ferry Chamber of Commerce meeting at noon, on June 19 at the Kootenai River […]

The first ‘honor roll’ dates back to as far as 1776 when the College of William and Mary first introduced the honor roll system. As it has morphed over the […]

What we all need to do is give our representatives a call before they vote on this bill. This needs to change so we can continue enjoying the public lands that we call home. This is our future at stake, and the vote is soon.

Murreleen Skeen passed away peacefully in her home on November 3, 2024. A celebration of life is scheduled for Saturday, June 28 at 3 p.m. at the Boundary County Fairgrounds […]

By  Mike Weland After trying since 2021 to find a way to make use of his 10-acre property on the banks of the Moyie River off Earl Lane Road, comic […]

In the wake of an emergency declaration for wildfire risk issued June 2 (see “Commissioners declare emergency due to wildfire risk“), Boundary County Commissioners o n Monday submitted the following […]

South Boundary, North Bench, Paradise Valley and Hall Mountain Fire Departments all responded to an early morning residential fire on Bethlehem Road Sunday. Initially reported as partially involved, the home […]

Longtime Moyie Springs resident Dr. Jacob Francom was sworn in as a member of the Moyie Springs City Council June 4 by Mayor Geoff Hollenbeck. Francom was the sole applicant […]

By Boundary County Sheriff Travis Stolley The Boundary County Sheriff’s Office concluded a three-day undercover operation June 7 that resulted in the arrest of three adult males on charges related […]

2015: the beginning of an era for the Williams family that would last a decade. Little did they know that it would be the start of an incredible journey of […]

We’re planning to do something fun on Saturday June 21, National Go Skateboarding Day, and are looking for ideas and volunteers’ participants. The Wish list includes possible concessions (we don’t […]

The Tavern at the Lodge is hosting a special Father’s Day celebration with a two-evening dining event on Saturday and Sunday, June 14 and 15. The 4-course meal includes a […]

Would you all join us in wishing, C.C. a very happy birthday? “I just love this girl!” Wendy Bertling says, “I am so blessed to be able to work alongside […]

Veterans Outreach Center is primarily a suicide intervention outreach for local veterans who have lost hope. Founded by Benewah County resident Hank Thorton, the Idaho Division of Veterans Services agreed […]

The jury trial that was set for Monday, June 9 for local man Richard Cowell III has been postponed following motion to exclude evidence. The trial date has been re-scheduled […]

Lexus Thomas, 2022 Bonners Ferry High School graduate, received a letter in the mail that many should be so fortunate to receive. She was informed that because of her academic accomplishment […]

International Selkirk Loop Advocates for Cross-Border Tourism and Economic Stability Bonners Ferry, ID – June 6, 2025 – The International Selkirk Loop Board of Directors has issued an open letter […]

Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge staff will be conducting habitat restoration throughout the refuge and improving existing visitor amenities throughout the summer. To keep people and wildlife safe, some areas of […]

Story by Mike Weland, Photos by Mike Weland, Katie Banning, Piper Banning, Patty Beckle, Carol Graham       Every graduating class in the history of Bonners Ferry High School […]

With temperatures climbing, the weather drying and the fuel load in our forests reaching critical levels, Boundary County Commissioners this morning approved Resolution 2025-10 declaring a local emergency and to […]

Idaho State Police – Release Fatal crash on Spirit Lake Cutoff Rd. and Beare Rd. in Bonner County, Idaho May 31, 2025. The Idaho State Police is investigating a two-vehicle […]

After being nominated by Senator Mike Crapo for the U.S. Naval Academy in 2024, Ana Chase has officially completed her training at the Naval Academy Preparatory School in Newport Rhode […]

The Bonners Ferry High School Class of ’25 has had a spectacular four years of championships, achievement and growth, and now they are ready to make the great leap of discovery to find what their futures hold and where it will take them. Graduation takes place at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 31. Here is one last look of these young men and women as a group.

Boundary County School District No. 101 is seeking the community’s opinion and are asking for feedback going forward into the changing years ahead. The district in the process of developing […]

Bonners Ferry High School Art educator, Josh Knaggs is excited to announce that this year’s Bonners Ferry High School Art Walk will take place, rain or shine, on the sidewalks […]

On Saturday, May 31, Second Chance Animal Adoption will be hosting a community event from 1 – 3 p.m. at 6651 Lincoln Street in Bonners Ferry. The local Girl Scout […]

By the Mt. Hall PTO Just a reminder—our school carnival is TOMORROW! Wednesday, May 28 — Doors open at 4:00 p.m. Get ready for an afternoon full of fun, games, […]

Please be advised that Union Pacific Railroad (UPRR) will be performing track maintenance at the Blume Hill Road crossing from June 1 through June 3, between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and […]

  This summer, the Boundary Search and Dive Rescue team will be offering a junior search and rescue program for kids ages 11-14. Only July 25th from 8 a.m. – […]

By John Becker In an effort to be transparent, we are running behind on fundraising this year. Due to other volunteer obligations this spring, I’m late in getting out to […]

Memorial Day: a day of remembrance, a day to honor the fallen who fought and died defending the very freedom we, as Americans, take for granted. It is a day […]

Students at Foundations School and the VanGesen family assembled “Law Enforcement Survival Kits” for Boundary County first responders. The Leadership Class from Foundations K-12 School and the 9B Family Foundations […]

As … Gingrich wrote, “a trout is a moment of beauty only to those that seek it” … I hope we can keep our minds in the right place and keep our public lands public…we must make our voices heard if we want to save our public lands. For you, for me, for our families, our children, and our children’s children.

Boundary County Sheriff Travis Stolley announced today the retirement of Chief Deputy Brian Zimmerman, who has served as undersheriff since January 13, 2025. Zimmerman, who came out of retirement to […]

This year’s Special Olympics Torch Run was a huge success! 2025 local Law Enforcement Officers (LEO) alongside several local athletes, participated in the run. LEOs are known as guardians of […]

The Idaho State Department of Agriculture’s Watercraft Inspection Station operated by the Boundary Soil and Water Conservation District in Bonners Ferry is officially open for the 2025 season. Located on […]

By Mike Weland The largest organ of the human body resides on it, not in it. The skin is an incredibly complex and amazing structure, about 21-square feet of it […]

9B.News is asking for submissions for good, clean, family friendly jokes for the joke of the day or joke of the week column (depending on the number of submissions). We […]

GeoEngineers will be conducting a subsurface exploration on the north side of the existing bridge on Wilderness Road over Deep Creek between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. Tuesday, June 3. […]

The closure of the Deep Creek Boat Launch has been extended through May 28 due to delays in obtaining the construction materials needed. Consequently, the boat launch at the Deep […]

Heather Stevens has had a spell of tough luck of late and she’s trying to make her way back home. With nothing panning out, she’s asking for help from her […]

Press Release by Rick Durden, President of EAA Chapter 757 On Saturday, May 31 from 8:00 to 10:00 a.m., Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 757 will hold the first of five […]

Press Release: In a significant development for its local members, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has announced the formation of a new Stake based in Bonners Ferry. […]

On the evening of May 14, the Boundary County Sheriff’s Office, in close cooperation with Boundary County Probation and Parole and with support from the Bonners Ferry Police Department, conducted […]

Press release – Idaho Fish and Game On the evening of May 9, a hunter shot and killed a young female grizzly bear he mistook for a black bear. The […]

Panhandle Health District is pleased to announce the start of the next Diabetes Prevention Program class on Monday, May 19, 2025, at noon at 7402 Caribou Street in Bonners Ferry. […]

The Boundary County Sheriff’s Office is issuing an urgent public notice regarding the misuse of our non-emergency dispatch line. Over the past several days, our dispatch center has received approximately […]

On Sunday, May 18 at 3 p.m. the Bonners Ferry Community Orchestra will be hosting a free public concert at the Bonners Ferry High School Becker Auditorium. The Bonners Ferry […]

9B.News has partnered up with Second Chance Animal Adoption to help find these four-legged friends their forever homes. Bubba and Josie are the pets of the week this week and […]

Tuesday, May 20, is voting day, 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Boundary County School District is requesting a renewal of their $2.4 million supplemental operations and maintenance levy. If it […]

Boundary County is seeking letters of interest from qualified individuals interested in volunteering as a Boundary County Parks & Recreation Board member. This Board is advisory to the Boundary County […]

This Friday, May 9th from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday, May 10th from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Bonners Ferry High School FFA and Agriculture Education are […]

Working in health care has its rewards, but it’s fraught with drawbacks as well; seeing people in agony, seeing people die. Seeing people who don’t want to be in your […]

By Mike Weland The third flagpole north of the Boundary County Museum once again bears a brand-new flag waving, a flag that’s flown for decades, and Bonners Ferry has a […]

Come join the Moravia Cemetery Association for a day of clean-up and maintenance on Saturday, May 17th starting at 8:30 a.m. Bring your mowers, weed eaters, rakes, gloves and chairs. […]

Sky Reinhardt, son of Ben Reinhardt and Dr. Liegia Reinhardt, Bonners Ferry High School graduate and junior at the University of Idaho, placed fifth in the nation in soil judging, […]

Mt. Hall Calvery Chapel presents Joseph Pfeifer As the summer season quickly approaches, Mt. Hall Calvary Chapel is excited to announce their upcoming Summer Worship Nights. Once a month for […]

The Idaho Transportation Department will be performing final patch repairs on a section of US-95 near McArthur Lake on Tuesday. To minimize impacts on commuter traffic, work will take place […]

  Most recent North Idaho College CNA graduates – Back row left to right: Jadin Falck, Laura Enz, Alessa Moran, Elsie Johnson, Hailey Dickson, Trina Johnson – Front row left […]

There have been questions raised in the recent past regarding the Boundary County School District maintenance and operations levy that is on the ballot, set to be voted for on […]

ABoundary County School District #101 is an equal opportunity employer. Applications for all positions are accepted any time during regular business hours. These applications are reviewed whenever an opening occurs […]

It is hoped the polls will be packed to the gills at county polling places on Tuesday, May 20, as Boundary County electors choose a library Trustee in Zone 2 […]

The National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service will be held Sunday, May 4, to honor firefighters who died in the line of duty. In accordance to Public Law 107-51, the American […]

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 […]

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! […]

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. […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

“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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

The 2025 Boundary County Distinguished Young Woman is Jane Moellmer!

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. […]

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 […]

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. […]

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 […]

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 […]

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. […]

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 […]

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 […]

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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. […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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, […]

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 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 […]

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 […]

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. […]

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. […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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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. […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]