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Tax bills go out to Bonner County residents
After property tax bills went out to Bonner County residents last week, many expressed frustration or confusion wi…
City recognized for welcoming spirit
Sandpoint has been recognized as one of the nation's most welcoming locations for newcomers, according to a survey by a national website.
BUCKIN’ AROUND: Sandpoint Rodeo sees another year of sellout crowds
This year's all-around cowboy was Caleb McMillian of Soap Lake, Wash.
Sandpoint to dig into 2025 budget, discuss local sales tax
Wednesday’s meeting will be held at 5:30 p.m. at City Hall, 1123 Lake St., and livestreamed on Zoom.
Budget workshops continue in county
Bonner County commissioners continued to work their way through the various departments at a series of workshops leading up to the Aug. 26 budget hearing. T…
Teck Coal faces new pollution violation charges
According to a press release from Environment and Climate Change Canada Enforcement, it filed...
Rural areas home to some of Idaho's fastest growing cities
Growth is inevitable, and 2024 population estimates show increases in just about every city and town in Idaho's Ada County and Canyon County.
Driver identified after fatal crash, vehicle fire
After a fatal crash and vehicle fire Thursday night in Big Creek, law enforcement found themselves with a mystery on their hands when it came to the identity o…
BOCC sees light agenda
The Bonner County Board of Commissioners will cover a range of topics at its upcoming meeting Tuesday, from approving liquor licenses to discussing emergency m…
Idaho gas prices remain calm
Idaho drivers saw little change at the pumps lately, with the average price for regular gasoline dropping two cents this week after rising two cents last week.
Proposed BCSO cuts prompt outcry
At times contentious, at times calm, a Thursday budget workshop drew an almost packed room as residents called on Bonner County commissioners to prioritize law…
Heat, drought prompt worry about Idaho’s wildfire season
If the largest wildfires aren’t originating in the Gem State, why has it been so smoky, and what can we expect for the rest of the season?
West Bonner considers levy options
The deadline for submitting a November ballot question is Sept. 6. If the board wants to ask voters to pass a levy this election season, it will need to bring …
DeGraw cancels Festival performance due to laryngitis
Colbie Caillat will be performing with Gavin DeGraw at the Festival at Sandpoint on Saturday, Aug. 3. Tickets for the Festival concert are still available.
Shriners flock Starbucks to raise awareness, laughter
Grins and laughter were the order of the day after local Shriners Klowns flocked Starbucks on Friday. It was just what Chuck "Doc" Schoonover hoped for. …
SOS preparing arguments for open primary ballot initiative
Idaho Republican Party did not file argument against ballot initiative; other GOP groups did.