Makua 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 […]
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Pre-Trial Conference – motion denied
A pre-trial conference and motion to dismiss multiple felony charges including vehicular homicide against Rick Quinton Gross, Moyie Springs took place today at the Bonner County courthouse. The motion to […]
Free Sports Physicals at Boundary Community Hospital
For over a decade most years, Boundary Community Hospital has been providing free sports physicals for children interested in participating in school athletics and extracurriculars. Sports Physicals are required by […]
Early morning fire destroys Bethlehem Road home
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 […]
Katherine Cowell trial to proceed as scheduled
There were no surprises at a very quick pre-trial conference for Katherine Cowell before Judge Judy Jensen in a Bonner County Courtroom this morning, and five-day jury trial is expected […]
Family hopes for justice for five-year-old
A pre-trial conference and motion to dismiss multiple felony charges including vehicular homicide against Rick Quinton Gross, Moyie Springs, is set for 1:30 p.m. Monday in the Bonner County Court, […]
Dr. Francom joins Moyie Springs City Council
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 […]
Second half property taxes due by Friday
Boundary County Treasurer Jennifer Economu reminds all Boundary County taxpayers that the deadline for paying the second half of the 2024 property taxes without penalty is Friday, June 20. **REMINDER:+- […]
Four county organizations awarded Innovia grants
Innovia Foundation is awarding $1,250,414 in grants to 113 organizations in Eastern Washington and North Idaho through its annual Community Grants Program, including $26,793 four grants to Boundary County organizations. […]
Boundary County Sheriff’s Office operation targets child predators
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 […]
Badger basketball coach resigns; the end of an era has come.
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 […]
Let’s Build a Skatepark – a message from Boundary County Skatepark Alliance
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 to host two-day Father’s Day 4-course meal
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 […]
Pets of the Week at Second Chance – Atlas and Orion
This is Atlas and Orion. They are eight-week-old brothers, and they are excited to meet their forever families. Meet Atlas – I am the more outgoing of the two […]
Happy Birthday, C.C.!
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 […]
Jesse and Brook Dunham
Jesse Dunham and Brook Larson exchanged vows and joined hearts in an afternoon ceremony today, surrounded by family and friends. Jesse is a local, All-American boy that married the girl […]
Scammers could head to Boundary County
Scammers in Bonner County could migrate north. Please be aware. Public Service Announcement from Bonner County Sheriff, Daryl Wheeler The Sheriff’s Office is advising citizens that there is a Paving […]
Tim Fellows – gone but not forgotten
Many of you may have known Tim Fellows. He was a family man and a great friend. “He made a great impact on his family and was very loving.” One […]
Veterans Outreach Center of Boundary County
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 […]
Trial for Richard Cowell III postphoned
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 earns her place on President’s List
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 and Cross-Border Tourism
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 closure updates
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 […]
The Class of ’25 takes wing
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 […]
Suspect in murder of three daughters on the loose
The Wenatchee Police Department in saddened to report that three girls reported missing since Friday have been found deceased. At about 9:45 p.m. Friday, May 30, the Wenatchee Police Department […]
Burger Express to host the BFHS Robotics Team
It’s that time again! Burger Express is set to host the Bonners Ferry High School Robotics team on June 12 from 5 to 7 p.m. Burger Express has committed to […]
Second Chance pets of the week
Bubba 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 […]
ITD warns of statewide scam
The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) is warning residents about a scam text message circulating in the state that falsely claims recipients owe money for unpaid traffic violations. The message typically […]
Commissioners declare emergency due to wildfire risk
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 […]
Second Chance says “Thanks!”
Second Chance Animal Adoption hosted their customer appreciation event on Saturday complete with the Girl Scout troop volunteering and four of their fuzzy friends being adopted out. Second Chance would […]
Huckleberry Pancake Breakfast, huge success
Thank you, thank you, thank you to every volunteer who showed up and helped this morning. We had the largest turnout for a Huckleberry Pancake Breakfast ever – 260 people […]
Fatal crash near Spirit Lake, Bonner County
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 […]
Chase completes Naval Academy Preparatory School
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 […]
Lane splitting is illegal in Idaho
With warmer weather returning and more motorcycles taking to Idaho roads, law enforcement agencies across the state are seeing an increase in aggressive motorcycle riding—and with it, public confusion over […]
Crapo joins in Senate resolution on U .S./Canada ties
The United States and Canada share three oceans and the world’s longest border. About 400,000 people and more than $2.5 billion worth of goods and services move across the U.S.-Canada […]
Fry Healthcare Foundation Golf Tournament
Fry Healthcare Foundation Golf Tournament Returns June 27 Funds Will Complete Flooring Upgrade for Med/Surg and Extended Care Facility. Bonners Ferry, ID — The Fry Healthcare Foundation is proud to […]
Mountain West Bank Customer Appreciation Day
Mountain West Bank, located at 7186 1st Street in Bonners Ferry, will host their annual Customer Appreciation Day, Friday, May 30 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Bring a friend […]
The Badger Class of ’25 boldly reaches for all that lies ahead
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 wants your opinion
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 Walk
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 […]
Libby toddler dies after dad accidentally shoots him
At about 10:05 a.m. Tuesday, May 27, the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a child who had been shot at 64 Granite Creek Road in Lincoln County, […]
Second Chance to host community event; half off adoptions
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 […]
Mt. Hall School PTO Carnival
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, […]
Blume Hill crossing closure
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 […]
Boundary Search and Rescue junior academy coming this summer
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. – […]
4th of July fireworks fundraiser update
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 […]
Second Chance pets of the week; Maggie and Daisy Mae
Maggie and Daisy Mae 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 […]
Memorial Day parade 2025
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 […]
Kids make gifts for first responders, get treat
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 […]
Ryan Becker gets reprieve
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.
Zimmerman retires (again!), Anderson promoted to undersheriff
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 […]
A message from Deputy Nick Delavan
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 […]
Union Pacific crossing repairs on Moyie River Road
The Union Pacific Railroad will be performing crossing repairs at two locations listed above on Moyie River Road on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, and Friday, May 30, 2025. Please take […]
The ISDA Watercraft Inspection station now open in Bonners Ferry
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 […]
Temporary Road Closure
Temporary Road Closure – Wilderness Road Bridge over Deep Creek From Boundary County Road and Bridge On Tuesday, June 3, 2025, between approximately 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., GeoEngineers will be conducting […]
Three Badgers commit to the next level
Tonight, in a ceremony to acknowledge their lifetime of hard work in the game of basketball, Asher Williams, Brody Rice, and Thomas Bateman, signed to commit to compete at the […]
Jaydin Falck commits to Big Bend
Jaydin Falck has had a successful high school softball career including 2025 defensive player of the year and is about to embark on her college journey. She is thrilled to […]
Beckers ask bureaucracy to show humanity
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 seeking jokes
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 […]
Wilderness Road to be closed June 3
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. […]
Deep Creek boat launch closure extended through Memorial Day
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 […]
Moyie Springs Outdoor Market update
By Lillie Blackwell The Moyie Springs Outdoor Market kicked off with perfect weather and featured 10 vendors on opening day. According to many visitors, the market signs, banners, and social […]
Luck down, Heather hopes for help to come home
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 […]
Huckleberry pancake breakfast season at the airport kicks off
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 […]
Introducing Cosmos and Sassy – Second Chance pets of the week
Cosmos and Sassy are the pets of the week, this week. Don’t forget that the pets of the week are 50% off the regular adoption price making Cosmos’s adoption fee […]
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Creates a new Bonners Ferry Stake
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. […]
Alliance Title and Escrow to host food drive and open house
Alliance Title and Escrow formerly Boundary Abstract is hosting a food drive through the entire month of May in support of Community Action, right here in Bonners Ferry. You may […]
Compliance checks lead to multiple charges
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 […]
Grizzly bear mistakenly shot and killed in Bonner County
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 to host diabetes prevention class
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. […]
Sheriff’s office inundated with crank calls
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 […]
The Bonners Ferry Community Orchestra to host free concert
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 […]
Second Chance Animal Adoption pets of the week
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 […]
Supplemental maintenance and operations levy facts
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 […]
Rotary helping bring May food truck
The Rotary Club of Bonners Ferry is helping sponsor the May 19 Second Harvest mobile food truck with a $500 dollar donation. The truck will again be at the Fairgrounds […]
Boundary County seeking applicant for Parks and Recreation board
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 […]
Thunder Mtn Coffee to offer extended hours for Mud Bogs
Thunder Mtn Coffee Company, located at 510311 Highway 95 in the 3-Mile parking lot, is thrilled to announce that they will be extending their hours for Mother’s Day and Mud […]
Bonners Ferry High School FFA Greenhouse Sale
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 […]
Naples woman gets break after assaulting ER staff
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 […]
Commemorating amity, Canadian flag flies again over Bonners Ferry
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 […]
Burn permits required as of May 10
Idaho residents outside city limits are required to obtain a burn permit for most outdoor burning activities starting May 10. The annual closed burning season runs through October 20, ensuring […]
Badger golfers punch tickets to state
Bonners Ferry Badger Golf hosted the Intermountain League district tournament today against their only conference opponent, the Timberlake Tigers. Senior, Eli Blackmore took first place to earn his spot at […]
Former DYW, Rylie Kimball to commit to Clark University
By Piper Banning Rylie Kimball, former Distinguished Young Woman and one of Bonners Ferry High School’s class of 2025 top ten seniors has announced her commitment to Clark University Volleyball […]
New Owners for Pace-Kerby Real Estate
Pace-Kerby has been a Bonners Ferry fixture since 1946, and a respected business that has served the community in so many ways has entered a new era, the torch again […]
HB96 tells us Bonners Ferry can’t fly Canadian flag
By Mike Weland North Idaho legislators Mark Sauter in the House and Jim Woodward in the Senate saw this coming, sounded warnings in their respective chamber floors and voted against […]
Second Chance Spotlight of the Week
Second Chance Animal Adoption is looking for loving homes for dogs and cats that have been lost or re-homed in Boundary County. 9B.News will be partnering with Second Chance to […]
Moravia Cemetery Association Annual Clean-up Day
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. […]
Idaho man missing from friend’s home in Libby
An 86-year-old Nezperce, Idaho, man with severe dementia has been missing from a friend’s home in Libby since early this morning.
BFHS Graduate Fifth in Nation in Soil Judging
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 to host free summer worship nights
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 […]
Final roadway repairs set for next week on US-95 near McArthur Lake
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 […]
CNA Class to start May 6 at Fry Education Center
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 […]
Q and A with Superintendent Bayer about the M & O Levy
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 […]
Tavern at the Lodge to offer Sunday brunch
Chef Dirk and his wife Kim, owners of the Tavern at the Lodge are pleased to announce the induction of Sunday Brunch to their already vast repertoire. Brunch, along with […]
BCSD 101 Public Notice
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 […]
Moyie Springs Outdoor Market to kick off this Saturday
The Moyie Springs Outdoor Market will kick off the season on Saturday, May 3rd outside of Moyie Springs City Hall at 3331 Roosevelt Road in Moyie Springs. The Moyie Springs […]
Election poll books going high-tech
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 […]
Flags to half-staff Sunday for fallen firefighters
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 […]
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, […]
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! […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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. […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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.”
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
The Second Annual Rock Hunt – Find One and Claim a Prize!
The Second Annual Rock Hunt Do you remember the painted rocks that were hidden around town last year? Well, it’s that time again. Just in time for the Easter season, […]
Protecting our Idaho waters
By District 1 Senator Jim Woodward For decades, water has been on the mind of every farmer, rancher and landowner along the Snake River in southern Idaho. There is competition […]
Former governor Dirk Kempthorne fighting cancer
Former Idaho Governor Dirk Kempthorne, 73, has recently been diagnosed with colon cancer. This news is a profound shock to family, friends, and those who have worked closely with Kempthorne […]
Sheriff’s office seeks info on scam caller
Over the weekend, Boundary County Sheriff’s Dispatch received calls regarding a scam. A male caller identifying himself as a county deputy was calling and telling people they missed jury duty. […]
Ryan and Kel Becker facing condition never faced before
To give, visit https://www.gofundme.com/f/RyanandKel By Mike Weland I don’t know if it’s common among young humans first trying to grasp the concept of numbers to set about counting to the […]
Mr. BFHS – Silent Auction and Performance
Mr. BFHS is an annual tradition that has been a part of Bonners Ferry High School for more than 40 years. It is a competition for a group of senior […]