Best Shot - Aug. 20, 2024

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

Idahoans can thank hydropower for keeping the AC running

Daunting triple-digit temperatures have been relentless this summer in Idaho. In search of relief from the sweltering heat, each night families retreat to the comfort of their homes. We turn on our major appliances like stoves, washers, and dryers more during this time.

Proposition 1: A plan to trash your vote

Idaho voters need to understand the truth about ranked choice voting (identified as Proposition 1 on the ballot in November).

KLT announces news on the homefront

As a Realtor, Jessica Turco is intimately familiar with property values and housing shortages in Bonner County. Like many other parts of the country, the Mountain West, particularly, North Idaho, is facing a housing crisis. Her job has become even more challenging since 2000 with a population surge of more than 50% in the state since then. Her clients and her family have felt the squeeze as the inventory of homes on the market have shrunk and property values have skyrocketed.

Legals for August, 20 2024

Officials to study impact of coal mining in Kootenai River

The Kootenai River stems from British Columbia’s Elk Valley, about a two-and-a-half-hour drive northeast of Bonners Ferry.

Linda Karr, 84

Mary Linda (Paulsen) Karr passed away on Aug. 9, 2024.

Bonner County Calendar - Aug. 18, 2024

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.

Bonner County History - Aug. 18, 2024

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.

We don't defund police, we defend them

Call it what you want but in North Idaho, we don't defund the police, we defend them.

County needs to work with BTAA to help stray dogs

It recently came to my attention that Bonner County is in the process of renegotiating its contract with Better Together Animal Alliance to intake and subsequently care for stray dogs.

PEP sets networking event

The event will be held Wednesday, Aug. 21 at B's Beacon in the historic Hope Hotel, 126 W. Main St. A PEP Executive Committee meeting will be held from 4:15-5 p.m., followed by the networking and listening event from 5-6:30 p.m. The public is welcome to attend both.

CdA man arrested for interfering with helicopter

Forced pilot to reduce airspeed and drop altitude

Using the helicopter's forward-looking infrared camera, deputies located the suspect in a parking lot, and directed patrol units to the suspect’s location.

Labrador refiles lawsuit over ballot initiative

The move comes just days after the Idaho Supreme Court rejected a similar petition for failing to file the complaint in a lower court and because it was too early to rule on the measure’s constitutionality.

Solid Waste contract tops BOCC agenda

A grant application for the Sandpoint Airport and a five-year contract with Waste Management are among the top items appearing before Bonner County commissioners on Tuesday.

Bonner County News of Record - Aug. 1, 2024

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

Avoid bear conflicts by storing food and garbage properly

Simple precautions can help minimize human-bear conflicts

Idaho Fish and Game wants to remind people that most conflicts can be avoided by being extra mindful of their food and garbage. The same cautions apply to homeowners in bear country – which essentially means most of Idaho.

Bonner County Calendar - Aug. 17, 2024

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.

NIMSEF now accepting applications for upcoming winter season

Schweitzer has agreed to work with NIMSEF over the years to set up this program, which provides greatly discounted tuition for scholarship students to participate in an eight week, all-day program.

A gateway to learning

LPOSD sees literacy as an unavoidable stepping stone

“Traditionally, you learn to read from K-3,” said McElroy. “From fourth grade and beyond, you’re reading to learn.”