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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…
NIC responds to Rumpler lawsuit
North Idaho College has denied allegations of wrongful discharge and retaliation leveled by a former employee.
Call for education page submissions
If you have any school-related news — from kindergarten to college — send it to Eric Welch, our education reporter, at ewelch@bonnercountydailybee.com.
WBCSD to hold special meeting
The special meeting will be the first board event since the resignation of trustee Troy Reinbold was announced on July 17.
POAC offers a sneak preview of Artist Studio Tour
On Friday, Aug. 2 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., the POAC will host a reception at its POAC Gallery, 313 N. Second Ave., where they will be exhibiting samples of the w…
Competency hearing set in arson case
A competency hearing has been scheduled in the case of a Bonner County woman charged with setting a July 4 arson fire that destroyed the Army Surplus store.
Sagle fire destroys two homes
Two homes were among a handful of buildings destroyed in a Monday afternoon fire in the Sagle area, according to Selkirk Fire officials.
Investigation continues after gunshots, house fire
Police are investigating the circumstances that led to a man’s death inside a burning house Sunday.
Holcomb, National Parks take to Festival stage
This is a show you'll want to attend. First up is Drew Holcomb & The Neighbors. The critically acclaimed band will be joined by The National Parks for a sho…
Arson hearing set for Wednesday
A preliminary hearing is being held Wednesday for a woman charged with the arson fire that destroyed the Army Surplus store on July 4. Jennifer Suzanne Mey…
Human rights grant recipients named
The Idaho Community Foundation has announced the recipients of the 2024 Bonner County Endowment Fund for Human Rights grants.
Area photographers record veterans as they return to Normandy
The BDF is a nonprofit organization focused on helping veterans and their families find closure from the wars they served in, while providing a once-in-lifetim…
Reptile Man slithers into Sandpoint
As the zookeeper held up “Lucy,” the young American alligator suddenly became nervous and relieved itself over the front row of spectators.
Laiche returns home to open dance studio
For many, it takes a lifetime to accomplish their dreams. However, for 24-year-old Sandpoint resident Amber Laiche, her dedication and perseverance have alread…
ISP: County's crime rate increases
While reported crime decreased statewide in 2023, it increased in Bonner County, according to the Idaho State Police uniform crime report published earlier thi…
Donation helps NAMI near Clubhouse goal
The 2024 Leadership Sandpoint class recently donated over $15,000 to NAMI Far North's Sand Creek Clubhouse Project. The funds were raised at Leadership Sandpoi…