Legals for April, 25 2025

Vincent Edmund Werhner, 84

Vincent Edmund Werhner, 84, passed away April 6, 2025, in his home in Sagle, Idaho.

State announces Priest Lake dam control timeline

The rising lake level is expected to exceed 3 feet by May 24 and peak above 3.5 feet between the end of May and the end of June. The department expects to announce the lake level that will be held throughout the summer recreation season by about May 7.

Borrenpohl files tort claim over town hall incident

Seeking damages of at least $5 million

Teresa Borrenpohl, the Idaho woman dragged out of a town hall meeting in February, filed a notice of tort claim today with the Kootenai County Clerk asserting county officials and those who acted with them violated her constitutional rights at a February meeting, according to a press release.

Bonner County History - April 24, 2025

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

Sure wish they could have the daffodils bloom

The daffodils always seemed to bloom on my wife's birthday, April 7, but not this year.

World War II, not tariffs, ended Great Depression

The Great Depression ended in the U.S. in 1941, and it wasn’t because tariffs had made America great again. It was because we went to war, it was called World War II.

More words of wisdom from the past

Our country’s Founding Fathers warned that the power of political parties could potentially usurp constitutional law allowing an overthrow of the will of the people. George Washington said the following in his 1796 Farewell Address.

Why doesn't Festival book jazz concert?

Once again, the Festival at Sandpoint saw fit to diss America’s only homegrown high art form.

Vote no on the WBCSD levy

The West Bonner County School District wants more of your money, and yet, the district has ten years of unreconciled fund balances and the lowest academic scores of all schools in the area.

PRO: Evolving industries

Dept. of Labor data show hospitality job growth, manufacturing contraction in county

At private businesses across all industries, average quarter one employment in Bonner County rose 30.0% from 2015 to 2024, which essentially mirrors the U.S. Census Bureau’s estimate of a 29.8% population increase during the same period.

PRO: BCEMS works to resolve deficit, preserve services

Last November marked a turning point for Bonner County EMS after the emergency service district learned it was facing an emergency deficit of funds and would be forced to chart a new course forward.

PRO Restoration to create more opportunities for wildlife, recreators alike

The Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge has long been a Boundary County attraction for recreators of all kinds throughout the region. Looking ahead, the refuge will undergo restoration in 2025 to improve the beloved fish and bird habitat and create more enjoyment opportunities for wildlife and enthusiasts alike. However, it will take time, so the refuge will be closed for the summer.

Two Brews celebrating first anniversary

Two Brews Coffee Co, a drive-thru coffee stand located just off U.S. 95 on the community’s south end, is celebrating its first year in business.

Hope House helps families, individuals with necessities

The Hope House of Bonners Ferry is a local non-profit organization managed by husband and wife, Eli and Anna Pine. Hope House assists individuals and families by offering necessities such as clothing, food, hygiene items and household essentials to those facing financial difficulties and are unable to afford basic needs.

PROGRESS: Breathing new life into Sandpoint High's track & field

Breathing new life into Sandpoint High's track & field

Bonner County Calendar - April 24, 2025

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

Legals for April, 24 2025

Idaho judges will get pay boost

Idaho judges will see a pay increase beginning this summer.

Fox Autobody celebrates opening

Same location, same great car care and customer service. That's the bottom line as Fox Autobody has opened in the same location as the former Anderson's Autobody location. The business is operated by longtime Anderson's Autobody employee Dave Fox and his wife, Julie.