K-12 schools could see $162M in cuts from attendance-based formula

A large portion of this year’s $381 million boost to Idaho public schools may be clawed back, after state officials rescinded a temporary formula that funded schools based on enrollment.

Conservation open house set for Thursday

Learn more about conservation programs and meet local conservation representatives at a town hall information session free to the public this Thursday.

Bonner County Calendar - Jan. 10, 2024

A look at the events, activities, and meetings taking place around Bonner County, from Sandpoint to Cocolalla, from Priest River to Ponderay, and from Clark Fork to Dover.

Best Shot - Jan. 10, 2024

Great photos shared by the many talented photographers in the community.

Kid Weather - Jan. 10, 2024

Today's weather forecast as drawn by Bonner County's talented young artists.

Celebrating a wonderful 'smilestone'

January 10 is a significant date in my and Terry's life. It is the day we met our first child face-to-face. She was born at 9:52 p.m. — a forceps delivery that would have been a C-section in today's obstetrics practice. We named her Tamara Christine, for no reason other than I thought that was such a beautiful, flowing name.

Launch applications: How they stack up by legislative district

Over the past few days, House Speaker Mike Moyle has again voiced his opposition to Idaho Launch, which will provide up to $8,000 in grants for high school graduates pursuing college or job training.

Idaho to distribute opioid overdose reversal drug

Idaho is re-activating a program to distribute Narcan, a brand of the opioid reversal drug naloxone. Idaho organizations can now request naloxone through the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare’s program by completing online request forms through the Division of Behavioral Health or the Drug Overdose Prevention Program, according to a news release Monday. Organizations can request two free nasal spray kits of Narcan and training kits, the release said.

Phyllis 'June' Jeffres Robertson, 91

Phyllis “June” Jeffres Robertson, 91, of Sandpoint, Idaho, passed away on January 6, 2024.

Officials share goose hunt details

Forty-eight geese were harvested during goose hunts at City Beach during November, with the most geese harvested in the second week, Sandpoint officials said.

Kai Longanecker wins Far West Championship with Idaho ODP state team

For Kai, there wasn’t much of an offseason, as he got right back to work competing against some of the best players in the nation.

Sauter announces reelection campaign

His time in the Idaho Legislature has been filled with positive steps for the community, but more work remains. The need to continue that work is why he is running for reelection, said Mark Sauter. Sauter represents District 1A in the Idaho House of Representatives.

Winter makes a comeback

Storms, arctic temperatures expected this week

More snow is on the way. In its winter storm warning, updated just before 3 p.m. on Tuesday, the National Weather Service said it expects roughly 1.5 inches of snow in the valleys and 6 to 12 inches of snow in the mountain area. In addition, high winds are expected with gusts of up to 50 miles per hour at exposed ridge tops. Winds in the valley were expected to reach up to 40 mph Tuesday night and up to 20 miles per hour Wednesday morning.

Legals for January, 10 2024

Bonner County News of Record - Dec. 28, 2023

Police log information for Sandpoint, Ponderay, and Priest River police departments; and the Bonner County Sheriff's Office.

Tevis Wayne Hull, 63

Tevis Wayne Hull passed away at age 63 on Wednesday, January 3, 2024.

Philip Gene Dreisbach, 85

On Friday, January 5, 2024, Philip Gene Dreisbach, passed away peacefully at his home.

Phyllis 'June' Jeffres Robertson, 91

Phyllis “June” Jeffres Robertson, 91, passed away on January 6, 2024.

Idaho's Air National Guard squadron must be preserved

Preserving Air National Guard fighter units—importantly, the Idaho National Guard’s 190th Fighter Squadron—is a priority as the United States continues to face external threats from adversaries like Russia, China, and Iran.

Dean Miller, 77

On Friday, January 5, 2024, Dean Leonard Miller, “Snuffy,” peacefully passed away in his home in Ponderay, Idaho, surrounded by his family. He was 77 years old, born on July 11, 1946, in Idaho.