By Ron Sukenik Bonners Ferry As the dust settles on this year’s Election, I want to take a moment to discuss it. Not the campaign, not who won or who […]
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An election that will go down in history
By Mike Weland Like much of the nation, turnout was high in Boundary County, with 88-percent casting ballots as voters nationwide moved the political pendulum farther to the right in […]
Record voter turnout expected, when can we expect election results?
by Clark Corbin, Idaho Capital Sun Idaho election officials will begin releasing the first unofficial election results after all the polls in the state at 9 p.m. Mountain time Tuesday. […]
Boundary County General Election Results 2024
Like much of the nation, Boundary County voters moved farther to the right in today’s election, killing both the school levy and the bond, trouncing Proposition 1 and choosing to send Donald J. Trump back to the White House.
Early, absentee voting brisk across Idaho
by Clark Corbin, Idaho Capital Sun With five days to go until the 2024 general election, nearly 150,000 Idaho voters have already voted by absentee ballot, according to the Idaho […]
Elderly man missing in Bonner County
The Bonner County Sheriff’s Office is requesting the public’s assistance in locating Howard Converse, 84, who is 5’10, and 155 pounds with hazel eyes and salt and pepper hair and […]
Trick or treat? Nope … open or concealed
The Sheriff’s Office Drivers license ladies dressed up this Halloween to have some fun with the difference between “open carry and concealed carry.” The ladies who also issue concealed weapons […]
Tribal cultural discoveries propel McArthur Lake project to national award
Cultural discoveries on a highway construction project in northern Idaho that change the narrative for Native American heritage in the area was the catalyst for an award from the nation’s […]
Fire season to close Friday
Idaho Department of Lands (IDL) will rescind its extended Closed Fire Season order, effective at 7 a.m. Friday, November 1, thanks to cooler temperatures and reduced fire risk across the […]
Early/absentee voting could set record
Idaho Secretary of State Phil McGrane announced today that ballots cast in early voting and absentee for the November 5 General Election have already surpassed the total ballots cast statewide […]
Spongy (formerly gypsy) moth found in Sandpoint
The Invasive Spongy Moth was detected in Sandpoint for the first time in more than 30 years. The Idaho Department of Lands (IDL), in collaboration with the Idaho State Department […]
How to find out if BCSD101 schools are closed
With the winter months at hand, Boundary County School District #101 wants to inform patrons that emergency school closures will be announced on the following stations: KREM (Channel 2), KXLY […]
ISP warns of new phone scam
The Idaho State Police (ISP) is alerting Idaho residents to a new wave of phone scams targeting Idaho residents. Callers are posing as law enforcement officers, using false claims of […]
Bonner County Sheriff looking for teen runaway
The Bonner County Sheriff’s Office is attempting to locate runaway Eleanor “Ellie” Howard, 14 years old, 5’7″ tall and 200 pounds with short brown hair, brown eyes, with three facial […]
Hope House needs help stocking freezers
Hope House and owners Eli and Anna Pine are ready to help any time a Boundary County family faces disaster or need, but on rare occasion they need the community’s […]
What happens if bond doesn’t pass?
Valley View PTO (Parent Teacher Organization) members posed a question yesterday on Facebook, “What happens if the Valley View Bond doesn’t pass?” They answered as well, using data they requested […]
‘Crazy busy’ election underway
“Crazy busy” is how Boundary County election clerk Cherry Grainger describes this year’s election with just 11 days left on the countdown to what many say will be the most […]
Last day to have ballots mailed
Today is the last day to have an absentee ballot mailed to you, though voters can still come into the Boundary County Clerk’s office during normal business hours and vote […]
$5,000 reward offered for missing sex offender
The Hernando County Crime Stoppers in Florida is offering up a $5,000 reward for information directly leading to the arrest of Christian Bert Fischer, a fugitive convicted in Florida for […]
Little appoints Rasor, Rasor joins Idaho Freedom Caucus
By Kyle Pfannenstiel, Idaho Capital Sun Idaho Governor Brad Little appointed the Republican nominee in a North Idaho race to the Idaho Legislature to fill a vacancy left by a […]
Fugitive sex offender loose in North Idaho
Yesterday evening, the U.S. Marshals Service Greater Idaho Fugitive Task Force attempted to arrest fugitive Christian Bert Fischer, 42, in Athol on his out-of-state warrant. However, Fischer effectively eluded law […]
Badger Sports; a week in review
By Piper Banning It was a big week for the Badgers. The boys and girls varsity soccer teams both made it to the championship games against Coeur d’Alene Charter for […]
PDI appeal may be drifting into a perfect storm
By Mike Weland About 100 people turned out at Bonners Ferry High School October 9 for a public hearing on a land use appeal that appears simple; an open and […]
Proactive actions lower bond amount for Valley View Elementary
By Laura Roady How does a school district lower property owner’s taxes? By being proactive instead of reactive. For example, replacing a roof during the summer instead of after it […]
Where to turn for emergency school information
With the winter months at hand, Boundary County School District #101 wants to inform patrons that emergency school closures will be announced on the following stations: KREM (Channel 2), KXLY […]
NIC holding free dental clinic for veterans
NIC’s Dental Hygiene program will host a free dental care clinic for veterans from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, November 8, at the NIC Dental Hygiene Clinic in Winton […]
ITD hosting meeting Highway 95 project near Sagle
The Idaho Transportation Department will host a public meeting on Wednesday, October 16, to present updated plans for improving U.S. Highway 95 between Dufort Road and Lakeshore Drive in Bonner […]
Today last day to pre-register to vote November 5
Today is the deadline to pre-register to vote at VoteIdaho.gov ahead of the November 5 General Election. Following the Friday deadline, eligible voters may register in-person at polling places during […]
Commissioners table PDI decision
About 100 people turned out for an appeal hearing in the Becker Auditorium at Bonners Ferry High School on a conditional use permit for an after-the-fact expansion at Panhandle Door […]
Closed fire season extended indefinitely
Idaho Department of Lands (IDL) has announced the extension of the closed fire season, requiring burn permits statewide beyond the original end date of October 20, 2024. This decision comes […]
ISP seeking top notch individuals
The Idaho State Police (ISP) is now accepting applications for commissioned trooper positions and offering a $2,000 signing bonus. The next training academy begins in January 2025. “ISP offers a […]
Commissioners to hear Panhandle Door and Drawer appeal Wednesday
By Mike Weland Kelli Martin is no stranger to tears, but on Saturday evening, passing by her late brother-in-law’s basement room while doing laundry, she broke and wept as waves […]
Idaho one of fastest growing states, Boundary among fastest growing counties
By Mike Weland Since 2020, one of the fastest growing states in the U.S. has been Idaho, increasing by 6.2 percent between 2020 and 2023, according to data from the […]
Houck Farms receives Idaho Century Farm Award
On September 6, 2024, Houck Farms proudly received Century Farm status during a special Houck family event held at the farm. Bonners Ferry Mayor Rick Alonzo presented the award to […]
Light turnout at Proposition 1 town hall
By Clarice McKenney Local residents from across the political spectrum attended the Proposition 1 Town Hall on Thursday at the Pearl Theater. Some were in full support of the proposal […]
USS Idaho launched to meet the sea
One of the U.S. Navy’s newest attack submarines, the future USS IDAHO (SSN 799), launched from General Dynamics Electric Boat’s shipyard into the Thames River, August 6. The launch, also […]
Idaho student artists asked to think winter
Idaho students are invited to get into the holiday spirit and put their most creative artwork on display with the Idaho Department of Education’s 2024 Holiday Card Contest. The contest […]
Portion of Unit 1 in Panhandle added to CWD Management Zone
After three white-tailed deer tested positive for chronic wasting disease near Bonners Ferry, the portion of Unit 1 within Boundary County and east of the Selkirk Mountains crest (see map […]
Grant covers BCSD 101 resource officer for three years
More than two dozen districts and charters will get a boost in their efforts to provide a safe and secure school environment with newly-available funding for School Resource Officers (SROs), […]
BFPD seeking Kaniksu Street sign thief
On Wednesday, September 25, the Bonners Ferry Police Department was dispatched to a theft call on Kaniksu Street. The individual pictured allegedly stole a Harris campaign sign on the side […]
IPPLI open house set Wednesday
The newly formed Idaho Panhandle Public Lands Initiative (IPPLI) is hosting an open house at 6 p.m. Wednesday, October 2, in the Boundary County Annex, 6566 Main Street, Bonners Ferry. […]
Sunday conditions ripe for fire — red flag warning issued
The National Weather Service, Spokane, has upgraded the fire weather watch issued this morning for an area including Boundary County and North Idaho, to a red flag warning in effect […]
Boundary County CWD hunt finds two more cases
Sample results from the recent chronic wasting disease surveillance hunt in a portion of Unit 1 yielded two additional white-tailed deer that tested positive for CWD; results are pending from […]
Open Primaries (Prop 1) attacked by opponents using false statements
By Clarice McKenney Full disclosure: I strongly support Proposition 1, which will be on our November ballot, because I want every voter in Idaho, regardless of party affiliation, to be […]
Storm claims Sandpoint teen
The brief but fierce wind storm that wreaked so much havoc across the region Wednesday evening claimed the life of a Lake Pend Oreille Alternative High School junior, hit by […]
Power outages causing multiple problems
Due to the widespread power outage that is impacting our county, all Boundary County administrative services will be unavailable, as the Courthouse will be closed. The main county landfill will […]
Wednesday’s sudden storm time lapse
As o f 4:10 p.m., Northern Lights is reporting 5,932 customers without power … an amazing accomplishment considering the scope and extent of the damage. If you see a weary […]
BCH welcomes orthopedic surgeon Dr. Lisa Galasso
Boundary Community Hospital is excited to announce that Dr. Lisa Galasso, a board-eligible orthopedic surgeon with specialized expertise in shoulder and elbow care, will be joining our orthopedic team. Dr. […]
The BFPD is seeking motivated officer
The Bonners Ferry Police Department is currently seeking highly qualified, self-motivated applicants/laterals for a current job opening with the Bonners Ferry Police Department. They offer a competitive salary and health […]
Meeting set on refuge floodplain project
Bonneville Power Administration (BPA) has prepared a draft environmental assessment (EA) for the proposed Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge Floodplain Reconnection Project, which describes the project and why it is needed, […]
A fine jaunt up Roman Nose despite cold rain, roadwork
By Clarice McKenney A friend and I went to Roman Nose for huckleberries Tuesday. Heads up to other local pickers. Wink, Inc. is replacing culverts all the way up. That […]
Shelly needs community’s help … Jose can’t do it alone
I’m Mike Weland, resident at the Boundary County Restorium assisted living facility in Bonners Ferry, Idaho, where Shelly isn’t just a personal care assistant, helping residents maintain as much independence […]
Remembering the first day at Valley View
By Mike Weland Until midway through the eighth grade, both Helen Seaman and Irene Merrifield knew they were small town girls. Though neither was tame by any stretch of the […]
ICF awards $17,093 to Boundary County
The Idaho Community Foundation (ICF) announced that more than $275,000 has been awarded to 40 nonprofit and educational organizations serving North Idaho communities through the Forever Idaho North grant cycle. […]
Rylie Kimball leaving soon to vie for state DYW title
High school senior girls from across Idaho, including Rylie Kimball of Bonners Ferry, will join together in Idaho Falls for the Distinguished Young Women of Idaho program to be held […]
Boundary County First Judicial District Court dispositions
Felonies and misdemeanors September 7 – 13 Judge Justin Julian Hannah Lacey Ainley, Moyie Springs. born 1989, charged with burglary, a felony, June 24, by the Bonners Ferry Police Department, […]
IDL auctioning Priest River recreational lots
The Idaho Department of Lands (IDL) will auction eight state endowment owned lots on Priest Lake appraised at $10,878,720 for deeded ownership during a public, oral auction at 10:30 a.m. […]
Idaho Freedom Caucus in catfight with Idaho Freedom Caucus
The Idaho Freedom Caucus back in March 2024 in an image posted to social media. From left: Sen. Glenneda Zuiderveld; Rep. Jacyn Gallagher; Rep. Tony Wisniewski; Rep. Heather Scott; Rep. […]
POST upholds allegations, Schuman loses law enforcement certifications
Despite his contention that he was being persecuted for purely political reasons, on August 29 Idaho Peace Officer Standards and Training Division Administrator Brad Johnson formally revoked the Idaho POST […]
School Trustees call again for more public school funding
This fall, Idaho school trustees will consider a legislative platform dominated by calls for more public school funding, and punctuated by controversial — if expected — stances like support for early childhood education and opposition to state funding for private or religious schooling.
Prescribed burns planned in Boulder Creek area
The Bonners Ferry Ranger District plans to ignite several prescribed burns in the Boulder Creek project area beginning this Sunday, September 8 and continuing Monday and Tuesday, depending on weather […]
100 deadliest days claim 82 in Idaho
Eighty-two lives were lost in traffic crashes during the 100 Deadliest Days on Idaho roads. The Idaho Office of Highway Safety (OHS) has preliminary data on this year’s 100 Deadliest […]
No write-ins, no supervisory challenges
The filing deadline for write-in candidates passed at 5 p.m. today and none applied to run in any county race. We’ll have the list of candidates and questions that will […]
BCSD 101 enrollment up
The first day of the 2024/25 Boundary County School District 101 school year saw 1,492 students enrolled, 100 of them in the district’s new online school, according to superintendent Jan […]
AG’s challenge to open primaries initiative dismissed
by Clark Corbin, Idaho Capital Sun A district court judge in Idaho has denied Attorney General Raúl Labrador’s latest legal challenge to a ballot issue that seeks to end the […]
Nine on Idaho ballot for president
Idaho Secretary of State Phil McGrane announced the list of presidential candidates who have qualified to appear on the November 5 Idaho General Election ballot. The presidential candidates qualified to […]
Weather right for IPNF prescribed burns
Favorable conditions are forecasted in the coming weeks to provide prescribed burning opportunities across the Idaho Panhandle National Forests. Multiple prescribed burning projects are planned this fall, although the exact […]
Family planning funeral for infant child now being evicted
By Mike Weland When it rains, it pours, and a young Bonners Ferry couple is reeling, grasping at reeds trying to stay afloat. And so far, the reeds have been […]
What can’t dedicated teachers do? VVES third graders get STEM carts!
After attending a STEM conference this summer, third grade teachers Kelsey Rice and Shelly Hoisington were determined to integrate more STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) activities into their classrooms. […]
Back to school, BCSD 101 — what you need to know
In general • The first day of school for students is Tuesday, Sept. 3, 2024. • BCSD#101 has a four-day school week: Monday-Thursday. There will be no school on Fridays. […]
Quite a week for the seniors center
By Mike Weland What an amazing birthday I had, thanks not only this amazing community, but to amazing friends from years ago. The response to my request for relief from […]
BFHS notes
The high school has an abundance of dictionaries. If anyone wants any please contact Melinda.brinkman@mail.bcsd101.com. Also any sophomore of junior students interested in taking the October 23 ASVAB, PSAT Or […]
Mourning the loss of their infant daughter, young couple needs community
There is no pain greater than that of parents grieving the loss of a child. When those parents are yet young, just starting out and working hard to happily live […]
Phone scammers at it again
By Assistant Chief Jeremy Garrett Bonners Ferry Police Department A community member called in this afternoon after receiving a message from Sergeant Frisco with the Bonners Ferry Police Department regarding […]
Election deadlines near
Some deadlines are fast approaching for the November 5 general election. The filing period for three supervisor positions with the Boundary County Soil District closes at 5 p.m. Friday, August […]
BFHS Class of ’91 rallies around classmate
A heartwarming display of friendship and support recently took place at Hospice of North Idaho’s inpatient unit, The Schneidmiller House, where terminal cancer patient Teresa Skeen, 52, was surprised with […]
Bonners Ferry FFA named Three Star Chapter
The Bonners Ferry FFA chapter of Bonners Ferry, Idaho, has been recognized in 2024 National Chapter Award Program from the National FFA Organization. The program recognizes outstanding FFA chapters from […]
‘Capital for a Day” in Priest River Thursday
Governor Brad Little’s next “Capital for a Day” event will be held in Priest River from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday, August 29, at the Priest River Event Center, […]
County looking to future of its airport
Boundary County, the owner and operator of the Boundary County Airport, is looking to the future. The County has been working with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to conduct an […]
Former resident dies trying to save others
A former Bonners Ferry resident was one of three people who died Friday in a drowning incident in Tulare County, California. A fourth person was seriously injured. According to his […]
Slow down, you move too fast
From the Bonners Ferry Police Department In the last two weeks the Bonners Ferry Police Department has written over 50 excessive speeding tickets within the city limits of Bonners Ferry. […]
Pipeline blowdown this morning near Moyie
TC Energy will be conducting a Natural Gas Pipeline Blowdown today between 9 a.m. and noon. A natural gas pipeline blowdown is a routine procedure that involves releasing pressurized natural […]
Family left with little after house fire, GoFundMe set up
Updated 11:12 a.m. Friday, August 23: While firefighters were able to contain a fire to the kitchen of the home in the 3300 block of District 2 Road where it […]
FS Road 427 closed for construction
The Idaho Panhandle National Forests today announced an approximately 1.7 mile segment of Callahan Creek Boulder Road (Forest Service Road 427) in southeast Boundary County has closed for public safety […]
Group plans to file suit over Beartaria
A Reddit community of 38 members to date has recently been formed for the purpose of filing a class action lawsuit on claims of land fraud allegedly perpetrated by Owen […]
Moyie Bridge inspection will cause minor delays
Minor bridge inspection work on the Moyie River Gorge Bridge on US-2 begins at 8 a.m. today, affecting traffic in both directions during daylight hours. Traffic will alternate and a […]
Notice of Quorum BCSD 101 meeting August 21
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN QUORUM OF BOARD OF TRUSTEES IN ATTENDANCE AT THE FACILITIES COMMITTEE MEETING Date: Wednesday, August 21, 2024 Location: Boundary County Middle School Library 6577 Main Street, […]
ISP seeking troopers
The Idaho State Police (ISP) is accepting applications for commissioned trooper positions. As Idaho’s premier statewide, full-service law enforcement agency, we are looking to hire dedicated individuals to join our […]
USFS road work set, seasonal closures begin soon
The Idaho Panhandle National Forests (IPNF) today announced several forthcoming road closures on the Sandpoint and Bonners Ferry Ranger Districts. The closures will facilitate road maintenance and repair activities through […]
Unclaimed big bucks await county residents
According to Idaho State Treasurer Julie Ellsworth there’s over $1-million in unclaimed money floating around that belongs to Boundary County residents, and she’d very much like to see it in […]
Eminent conservative jurist to cast first vote for a Democrat
Retired federal Judge J. Michael Luttig, a conservative and eminent legal scholar appointed to the federal bench by President George H.W. Bush, today endorsed vice president Kamala Harris to be […]
More details on upcoming CWD hunt
Following news of the first confirmed case of chronic wasting disease in the Panhandle Region, the Idaho Fish and Game Commission met on August 15 and approved a surveillance hunt […]
In politics or life, lies make a poor foundation
As the road sign you see coming north on 95 attests, this is Trump Country. The sign has gained notoriety … even while construction was going on south of town, […]
IDFG holding CWD surveillance hunt starting Saturday
During its August 15 conference call meeting, the Idaho Fish and Game Commission approved a nine-day chronic wasting disease surveillance hunt starting Saturday, August 24, with the goal of collecting […]
Won’t you please think of Amy … give for my birthday!
By Mike Weland My birthday is coming up August 29, and what I’d like this year are donations with which to buy a good set of commercial grade professional cookware […]
BCSD gets $1.5-million to expand CTE program
The Idaho Career Ready Students (ICRS) council met this week to reconsider 17 proposals that were recommended for funding by the council previously, but were not awarded due to a […]
Idaho State Police welcomes Colonel Bill Gardiner as director
The Idaho State Police (ISP) proudly announces Colonel Bill Gardiner’s appointment as its new Director. A native of Burley, Idaho, with 25 years of service, Colonel Gardiner has held numerous […]
A desert bloom of sorts at the senior center
By Mike Weland We’re still waiting for the official data to define this year’s Boundary County Fair, but if the response to one small plea is any indication — and […]
Family needs help to keep the blush on the rose
Mitch was 20 and Barb 17 when they met in the early summer of 1981 while living in the same apartment complex. It was the beginning of a lasting friendship […]
CWD confirmed in Boundary County
Idaho Fish and Game recently received test results confirming a positive case of chronic wasting disease in an adult female white-tailed deer roughly three miles outside of Bonners Ferry in […]
Officials to study impact of mining on Kootenai River
By Mia Maldonado, Idaho Capital Sun August 14, 2024 Officials from the U.S. and Canada are taking steps to address concerns from Native American tribes and environmental groups in Idaho […]
High court nixes Labrador open primary challenge
By Clark Corbin, Idaho Capital Sun The Idaho Supreme Court on Tuesday dismissed Attorney General Raúl Labrador’s challenge to Proposition 1, the ballot initiative that would create open primaries and […]
Iversons lose a combine, thank a community
By Mike Weland Ty and Lisa Iverson, Bonners Ferry, experienced a farm family’s nightmare Monday when one of their combines caught fire and burned while harvesting grain in one of […]
Idahoans to see $76.5-million in property tax relief
Governor Brad Little commented today on the news that Idaho closed the books on Fiscal Year 2024 with another strong performance, further reinforcing Idaho’s economic strength, prudent budgeting, and focus […]
Seniors Center seeking board candidates
The Bonners Ferry Seniors Center annual meeting and board election is coming up at 6 p.m. Wednesday, September 18, but director Linda Lederhos would like to get word out that […]
Firefighter injured on Salmon River Ranger District fire
By Christina Lords, Idaho Capital Sun August 12, 2024 A U.S. Forest Service firefighter was injured while fighting a wildfire in Idaho’s Salmon River Ranger District, according to a press […]
Lexie LeVesque injured in accident, needs community help
Lexie LeVesque, Coeur d’Alene, the daughter of Lael Alexander and Bill McCabe, Bonners Ferry, and Steve and Mary LeVesque, Spokane, and a 2017 Bonners Ferry High School graduate now living […]
Two die in Bonner County crash
Idaho State Police is investigating a two-vehicle double fatality crash that occurred just before 8:52 p.m. Saturday, August 10, on State Highway 41 near Blanchard in Bonner County. A Toyota […]
Boundary County celebrates 104th county fair
The 2024 chapter of the Boundary County Fair has been written and work is underway to put everything to bed for next year. The members of the fair […]
DEQ seeking members for Panhandle Basin Advisory Group
The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is seeking members for the Panhandle Basin Advisory Group (BAG). The Panhandle BAG is comprised of citizens, appointed by DEQ’s director, who represent […]
Time to register to win a sewing machine
It’s time for any Boundary County youth ages 8-17 interested in winning a sewing machine from 9B Quilters and Stitchin’ Dreams Quilting to submit the application — the deadline is […]
Flags to half staff for Steve Symms
Governor Brad Little ordered the lowering of U.S. flags and State of Idaho flags immediately until sunrise on Monday, August 12, to honor the life and legacy of former U.S. […]
Red, white and blue … a fair pictorial for you!
By Mike Weland Faster than most thought possible, this year’s Boundary County Fair is careening to an abrupt end, and with it the beginning of the end of summer. August […]
BFPD seeks to save young drivers
From the Bonners Ferry Police Department The Bonners Ferry Police Department is proud to announce that we have partnered with Idaho Transportation Department to present Alive at 25, which is […]
Pine Street to close August 15-20
Maas Loop just north of Pine Street will be closed from August 15-20 while TC Energy/GTN works on the pipeline. During this closure residents north of Pine Street will need […]
Friendly pink and black pig wandering around Moyie
Stephanie was on her bike ride this morning when she met a friendly pink and black pig that followed her part-way home before disappearing. It was a very clean and […]
BCH receives Jeff Martin Leadership Award
Boundary Community Hospital (BCH) is proud to announce that it has been honored with the Jeff Martin Leadership Award for Improving OB Preparedness. This distinguished award, presented by Yellowstone Insurance […]
Group reaching out to small town America to support Harris
Rural Americans for Harris, a grass-roots group dedicated to getting out the vote for vice president and presumptive Democrat nominee for president Kamala Harris, is reaching out to small town […]
2nd Harvest truck here August 15
2nd Harvest Inland Empire will be in Bonners Ferry with their free food distribution from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, August 15. The distribution is a drive-through event, and […]
Virtual meeting set on BCSD 101 online school
By Superintendent Jan Bayer Boundary County School District #101 continuously strives to achieve our mission of making all children in our community lifelong learners and contributing members of society. As […]
McKenney, Moon, Holland lead way in district initiative drive
Around 50 volunteers from Idaho Legislative District 1 kicked off the last phase of their grass-roots campaign for Open Primaries Saturday in Sandpoint. “This local team qualified District 1 in […]
BCSD 101 raising readers
Each year Boundary County School District 101 Kindergarten through third grade students complete the Idaho Reading Indicator assessment in the fall, winter and spring. The State of Idaho tracks proficiency […]
Smoke season is upon us
Expect increased smoke over the region in the days ahead as hot, dry conditions, dry lightning and careless people have converged to kick off smoke season in Boundary County, a […]
Early start to beat the heat at the Fuller House
In light of how hot it’s expected to be tomorrow , the Boundary County Fuller Center for Housing will be starting at early, at 7 a.m., with the intent to […]
Blood drive tomorrow, Type O needed
Only six appointments left for the Vitalant Mobile Bonners Ferry Blood Drive from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. tomorrow, July 20, in the Safeway parking lot. If you already have […]
Hot weather coming, where to cool down
The National Weather Service has forecast very high temperatures in Boundary County for Saturday, Sunday and Monday, issuing an excessive heat warning in effect until 8 p.m. Monday. In Bonners […]
Beartaria may be for sale
It’s too early to be sure, but it appears Boundary County may get a reprieve from a potential challenge to its land use law. In a live podcast released on […]
Love letters to our library
By Clarice McKenney Boundary County Library supporters hope a new project they helped develop called Library Love Letters will shift the focus from misinformation to all the wonderful services our […]
Two weekend searches, two different outcomes
By Andrew O’Neel Boundary County Public Information Two county Search & Rescue operations over the past weekend resulted in two very different outcomes. Christian Kreiger, age 36, Samuels, was found […]
Herndon given Idaho Freedom Caucus position
Idaho Senator Scott Herndon, whose tenure ends at one term in January after his primary election defeat to Jim Woodward, has accepted the position as the Idaho Freedom Caucus Idaho […]
Nevarez bound over, arraignment August 7
A Kootenai County judge on Thursday held a preliminary hearing with attorneys in Bonner County, witnesses in Boundary County and the defendant in the Boundary County jail, where she remains […]
Moyie Springs water flowing again
The Moyie Springs waterline is fixed and they are running water! Thanks go out to all on the system for your patience and for conserving water. “We all owe a […]
Sheriff talks huckleberries
By Sheriff David Kramer To help clarify some of the issues with huckleberry pickers that appear to be picking commercially in Boundary County, I share the following information. The Boundary […]
Matthee spreads message to Boundary County
By Clarice M. McKenney Two Boundary County voters of different party persuasions recently met Karen Matthee on their doorsteps. Both told this reporter that they were impressed enough to vote […]
With extreme heat, prepare before you travel
With consecutive days of temperatures nearing or exceeding 100 degrees, the Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) is urging motorists to prepare themselves and their vehicles for traveling in the extreme heat. […]
Campfires prohibited in southeast BC
Effective at noon Pacific Daylight Time (PDT) on Friday, July 12, 2024, Category 1 campfires will be prohibited throughout the Southeast Fire Centre in British Columbia, including Creston. This order […]
Open Primaries Initiative qualifies for November ballot
The Idaho Secretary of State’s Office announced today that the Idahoans for Open Primaries initiative has met the statutory requirements to appear on the November 5, 2024, General Election ballot. […]
Bonner County Sheriff seeks missing woman
UPDATE: 4:20 p.m.: Esperanza Bastian has been found! The Bonner County Sheriff’s Office is asking the public’s help in locating Esperanza Bastian: a 65 year-old female, grey hair, brown eyes, […]
Alderson Lane closed for water main work
Alderson Lane is closed just north of the Paradise Valley Road intersection in Bonners Ferry until 5 p.m. today for work on a water main. Passenger vehicles can access Paradise […]
Boundary County First Judicial District Court dispositions
Felonies and misdemeanors June 29 – July 5 Judge Justin Julian Byron Ray Maynard, Moyie Springs, born 2005, charged with aggravated battery, a felony, March 11 by the Boundary County […]
Christian nationalism through story of an Idaho town
A flag that’s been adopted by Christian nationalists hangs out a window of a business run by a member of Christ Church in Moscow, Idaho. The church’s leader says he […]
Two caught on camera breaking into fairgrounds shop
Personnel at the Boundary County Fairgrounds are shifting into overdrive as the 2024 Boundary County Fair draws near, and one thing they truly don’t have time for is vandalism, but […]
Highway 95 work begins Monday north of Bonners Ferry
Starting Monday, July 8, through Thursday, July 11, road crews will close lanes of traffic on Highway 95 in two areas north of Bonners Ferry to repair the road surface. […]
A Fourth to remember
By Mike Weland If official records were kept, today’s 2024 Independence Day parade could quite possibly have swept multiple records … few in attendance recall one of its duration, its […]
Scammer gets earful from ‘grandma’
An old scam is once again being perpetrated in Bonners Ferry, this one targeting the elderly. A Bonners Ferry grandmother received a call today that came up on caller ID […]
Cleanup underway at Ambush Rock
Photos by Sue Kemmis As part of the reclamation and clean-up of Ambush Rock, the Kootenai Tribe of Idaho, working with Goodfellow Bros. and Boundary County Search and Dive Rescue, […]
Drive safe this Fourth as Idaho sees an alarming spike in traffic deaths
It is shaping up to be a deadly summer on Idaho roads. As many Idahoans make Fourth of July travel plans, the Idaho Office of Highway Safety (OHS) encourages caution […]
Wildfire season heating up across Idaho, nation
Nationwide, there are 60 large wildfires and complexes. Idaho Department of Lands firefighters and support staff are in Alaska assisting with the 172 active wildfires across that state. Currently, Idaho […]
Fair volunteers urgently needed
Did you know that the Boundary County Fair operates with only five employees? Two are hired specifically for the summer months leading up to the fair. The rest of our […]
IPNF getting $4.8-million for fire mitigation
The Idaho Panhandle National Forests today announced a wildfire mitigation project that will bring $2,194,800 to state and private lands and $2,778,500 to federal lands in North Idaho. One of […]
Boundary County First Judicial District Court dispositions
Felonies and misdemeanors June 22 – 28 Judge Lamont C. Berecz Ronald Thurman Childers II , Bonners Ferry, born 1993, charged with luring a child under 16 through the internet […]
Nevarez remains jailed after initial hearing
Alleged threats against Boundary County Prosecutor Andrakay Pluid and her children, made to a probation officer administering a court-ordered urinalysis on a Bonners Ferry woman facing two recent misdemeanor charges […]
Don’t listen to deputy John Lund — there isn’t one
It has come to the attention of the Boundary County Sheriff’s Office that a person claiming to be Deputy John Lund is advising people that they have a warrant for […]
Shoreline debris removal set for Ambush Rock
As part of the reclamation and clean-up of Ambush Rock, the Kootenai Tribe of Idaho is working with Goodfellow Bros. to remove the car bodies that are located along the […]
Two earn lifesaving award for saving Creston man
When sheriff’s deputy Michael Valenzuela arrived at Three Mile at about 3 p.m. Friday, June 21, in response to a report of a man down with no pulse and not […]
Body of missing kayaker found
A body found Sunday morning and recovered from the Kootenai River in Lincoln County has been identified as Jessica Prado, who had been reported missing Wednesday, June 26, while kayaking […]
Restorium BBQ so perfect even the rain cooperated … for the most part
By Mike Weland Publisher President, Restorium Resident’s Council The rain held off long enough today to make for a pleasantly cool Community Restorium Annual BBQ, but came with a rush […]
USPS rates going up in July
The United States Postal Service recently announced upcoming changes to their shipping rates, with two separate hikes going into effect in July. These changes will impact the cost of sending […]
Collision claims life of Boundary County couple
Updated 2:52 p.m. Wednesday, July 3 ~ The Idaho State Police are continuing to investigate this three-vehicle fatality collision which occurred on US 95 near milepost 497 on June 29, […]
Nevarez jailed again –Seniors Center enjoys smooth sailing
JaMisha Nevarez was taken into custody for the third time Friday since being fired, as Misha Davis, as CEO of the Bonners Ferry Seniors Center on May 31, this time […]
Empower Piper’s journey toward independence
By Mike Weland Piper Banning was resuscitated at birth and has overcome hardships that would bow the lesser spirit to become a “typical” 16-year-old few would imagine has faced and […]
Maintenance Superhero retiring, but staying on
Friends of the Restorium vice president Donna Jo Dirks presented facility maintenance supervisor Kevin Schnuerle a “Maintenance Superhero” photo today at a coffee reception in his honor at the Restorium […]
Roosevelt Road will see construction July 8-11
Roosevelt Road, east of North Idaho Energy Logs and west of Zimmerman Road, will be closed July 8-11 while TC Energy/GTN works on the pipeline. During this closure, residents west […]
Kayakers missing in Kootenai River
At approximately 7:58 p.m. Wednesday, June 26, Lincoln County Sheriff’s Dispatch received a call of a missing person in the Kootenai River. It was reported that Jared Satterlund and Jessica […]
Work on Moyie Springs water main begins tomorrow
Updated 11:50 a.m. June 26 — Work will get underway tomorrow to repair and restore the Moyie Springs water system after a major line breach March 24 forced the system […]
Maas Loop to close at Pine Street
Maas Loop just north of Pine Street will be temporarily closed from July 1 – 3 while TC energy/GTN works on the pipeline. During this closure, residents north of Pine […]
Boundary County First Judicial District Court dispositions
Felonies and misdemeanors June 15 – 21 Judge Justin Julian Scott Neil Boyd, Spokane, born 1988, charged with possession of paraphernalia May 10 by the Boundary County Sheriff’s Office, pled guilty […]
Idaho Democrats finalize support for abortion, public education
By Mia Maldonado, Idaho Capital Sun The Idaho Democratic Party adopted changes to its platform at its biennial convention on Sunday, adding significant changes to the party’s stance on education, […]
Concerns raised regarding Nevarez arraignment
Concerns are being raised that a June 18 arrest warrant issued against Jamisha Nevarez, 46, Bonners Ferry, that culminated in her arrest and a two-day jail stay before her release […]
Audience appreciates first Bonners Ferry Pride
By Clarice McKenney “He’d be right here in the middle,” said Billie Jo Klaniecki, an elderly woman in a white blouse and tie-dyed skirt, who had been rocking to […]
Mountain West crew puts a fine shine on Badger bleachers
Mountain West Bank is closed on Juneteenth each year, but for the employees, it’s an ideal day to give back to their communities, and it’s become a bank tradition in […]
‘A Love So Bold;’ original poem may usher in new section
Isaac Gorman is the young man I write about in the article, “Last week tough, but it had bright moments.” He submitted this original poem as a letter to the editor, which is not the proper section for such work. I’m instead running it as a news item as there isn’t an alternative … yet. Isaac’s poem may turn out to be the premier entry in an entirely new section, tentatively titled “Your Voice,” an outlet for all the creative writers in our Boundary County communities!
Ballot info for noncitizen voting amendment approved
by Kyle Pfannenstiel, Idaho Capital Sun June 21, 2024 A proposed amendment to the Idaho Constitution that would prohibit non-U.S. citizens from voting in Idaho elections will go before voters […]
Nevarez back in custody
A warrant issued Tuesday against Jamesha M. Nevarez, 46, also known as Misha Davis, for failing to comply with terms of her release from jail May 31 after a tirade […]
Boundary County First Judicial District Court dispositions
Felonies and misdemeanors June 8-14 Judge Justin Julian Jonathan P. Every, Cheney, state not listed, born 1982, charged with fishing without a license May 31, by Idaho Fish and Game, […]
Legislative candidate consults with locals
By Clarice McKenney Legislative candidate Kathryn Larson, running for Idaho House of Representatives Seat 1B, discussed issues with residents from the towns and rural areas of Boundary County during a […]
Last week tough, but it had bright moments
By Mike Weland Publisher It’s been over a week since the 9B.News website and my Facebook sites went wonky June 7, and it’s been by turns exhausting, excruciating, exhilarating, It […]
Warrant issued for arrest of Jamesha Nevarez, aka Misha Davis
An arrest warrant was issued today for Jamesha Nevarez, better known as Misha Davis, who was hired as CEO of the Bonners Ferry Seniors Center April l and fired May […]
Bloodhound missing after storm
Our bloodhound mix is missing. He took off scared during the thunderstorms and hasn’t made it back home. Please call or message me if you see him (208) 603-1477. The […]
USFS/IDL investing to reduce fire danger
The U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service Northern Region is investing $1 million to expand the collaborative work with the Idaho Department of Lands (IDL) to reduce wildfire risk and […]
Work scheduled on Blume Hill Road
Blume Hill Road will be closed between Arrowleaf Drive and French Point Drive from Monday, June 24, until about Thursday, June 27, while TC energy/GTN works on the pipeline. There […]
A rite of spring
Beverly Krichbaum was driving through the Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge June 6 when she spotted this doe and her fawn scant moments after the birth … Momma was still cleaning the newborn! Beverly was and to get a number of good shots before mother and child bounded off together.
Pride event will go on
By Jessica Tingley The Pearl Theater In response to Steve Tanner’s letter of June 13. The Bonners Ferry Pride event is a rental. The Pearl Board could not cancel it […]
Ken Baker named Chief of North Bench Fire
The Board of Directors of the North Bench Fire District is pleased to announce the appointment of Ken Baker as Chief of the North Bench Volunteer Fire Department. The appointment […]
Watercraft inspection station to open in Bonners Ferry
Boundary County Soil Conservation District is set to open an Idaho State Department of Agriculture watercraft inspection station in Bonners Ferry. Starting June 12, the station will serve as a […]
City pool opening Sunday
The Bonners Ferry City Pool, 7040 Helena Street, will open for the 2024 season this Sunday, June 9, offering free swimming through August 31, plus swimming lessons for ages four […]
Second half property taxes due by June 20
Boundary County Treasurer Jennifer Economu would like to remind all Boundary County taxpayers that the deadline for paying the second half of the 2023 property taxes without penalty is Thursday, […]
Davis terminated from Seniors Center, jailed
Details are scant but according to witnesses, the Bonners Ferry Seniors Center Board voted today to dismiss Misha Davis as chief executive officer after a brief but tumultuous tenure that […]
‘In ourselves the future lies;’ BFHS Class of 2024 pursue their destinies
Kenny Mendenhall Stadium will once again be the final setting for another class of Bonners Ferry High School graduates, their work done, their games played, tests taken. At 11 a.m. […]
Morning run nearly ends in tragedy
Sulet Hiatt and her dog Molly were walking back to the car in the high school parking lot from their morning run on the track Thursday when Molly sniffed out […]
Library Board to consider HB-710 ramifications June 20
As of July 1, Idaho libraries will have to adhere to the “Children’s School and Library Protection Act,” otherwise known as HB-710 that amends section 18-1514 and creates 18-1517B in […]
Moyie Springs issues emergency water conservation notice
It’s been two months and six days since a Moyie Springs water main breach March 24 took down the city’s water and the speed at which the water system was […]
Commissioners meeting in special session today
Boundary County Commissioners will meet in special session at 1 p.m. today, Thursday, May 30, 2024, in Commissioner’s Chambers, Room 28 in the courthouse at 6452 Kootenai Street, Bonners Ferry, […]
Memorial Day 2024 … Bravo Zulu Bonners Ferry!
By Mike Weland “I invite you to look around at the grave and memorial sites bearing American flags here today,” newly elected Americal Legion Post Commander Joe Knight told those […]
Remembering her fallen; Boundary County Memorial Day 2024
With quiet dignity and little fanfare, Boundary County veterans in American Legion Post 55, Veterans of Foreign War Post 3622 and Disabled American Veterans Chapter 28, joined by other veterans […]
100 deadliest days begin this weekend
Memorial Day weekend is shaping up to be a busy travel time in the Gem State. Idaho is about to enter the 100 Deadliest Days on Idaho roads- the time […]
Boundary County First Judicial District Court dispositions
Felonies and misdemeanors May 11 – 17 Judge Justin Julian Terry R.A. Connell, Moyie Springs, born 1989, charged with possession of marijuana April 9, charging agency not listed, pled guilty […]
Boundary County man named head of health district
Erik Ketner is the new Director of Panhandle Health District. The District’s Board of Health made the announcement Thursday after the decision was confirmed at their Board of Health meeting. […]