Mark Sauter is no conservative

Idaho Freedom Caucus reports "Idaho currently funds $3.8 million in diversity, equity, and inclusion salaries and offices at its colleges and universities. Idaho taxpayers pay for 49 staff members who support DEI bureaucracies."

Why is a Democrat promoting a Republican?

Why does Steve Johnson write as if he were the Jim Woodward campaign manager rather than Woodward’s opposition. How does Johnson distinguish himself from Woodward, Herndon and Rose?

Public hearing for proposed bike park April 17

A public hearing date has been set for the proposed 170-acre bike park outside Sagle that is dividing many in the community.

Legals for April, 2 2024

Idaho House passes Texas-style immigration bill

Bill creates new crime of illegal entry, allows local law enforcement to check people’s immigration status

The Idaho House of Representatives voted 53-15 on Friday to pass a new immigration bill that includes lengthy passages that were copied and pasted word-for-word from a controversial Texas law that is tied up in legal challenges. Rep. Jaron Crane, R-Nampa, sponsored House Bill 753, which was fast-tracked in the Idaho House of Representatives after it was introduced on Wednesday.

Appropriations bills keeping Legislature in session

Appropriation bills struggling to pass through the House and Senate chambers are keeping legislators from packing up and heading home. One of those appropriations bills, House Bill 734, which provides appropriations for Idaho’s colleges and universities for fiscal year 2025, was one of the most contentious votes of the session.

Bonner County Calendar - March 31, 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.

Yontan Gonpo, 84

Yontan Yeshe Gonpo passed away on Sunday, March 6, 2024.

Legislature tackles gun, gender legislation

District 1 legislators discuss local issues, legislation, and concerns in the weekly Notes From Boise column.

Bonner County History - March 31, 2024

Bonner County Historical Society and Museum shares interesting stories of the community's people, places, and events.

Critchfield: 'We're hopeful'

Public school budget should be ready soon, says state superintendent

Reverting to average daily attendance-based funding from the enrollment-based funding formula used during COVID-19 years has left many Idaho school districts feeling a financial pinch. “Money was left on the table, and we knew that last year,” Idaho State Superintendent of Public Education Debbie Critchfield said Friday during a visit to The Press office.

Ballots set for May primary election

With the deadline to withdraw as a candidate in the rearview mirror, the slate of candidates for the May 21 primary election is set. That means the list of candidates who will appear on the May ballot is final, county and state officials said. The primary election — which will be held May 21 — will include races for U.S. representatives, state legislators, judicial offices, and county races.

ITD halts plans to reconfigure stretch of U.S. 95

The Idaho Transportation Department has halted plans to reconfigure a 3.5 mile stretch of the four-lane section of U.S. Highway 95 from Athol to Farragut State Park into a two-lane facility with a continuous left center turn lane.

Bonner County Calendar - March 30, 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.

Lake levels to rise April 1

This is no April Fool’s joke — Lake Pend Oreille’s water levels will begin to go up April 1.

Russ Brisboy, 65

Russell “Russ” Allen Brisboy, 65, passed away March 27, 2024, surrounded by loved ones in his Sandpoint, Idaho home.

Moyie mudslide caused by water line break

When the city's main water line broke early Sunday morning, it caused a several hundred foot mudslide and led the city to declare a local state of emergency.

Idaho legislative session to resume Tuesday

Legislature missed target date to adjourn

After failing to meet their adjournment target for the second time this year, Idaho legislators are taking a long holiday weekend. Both of the Idaho House of Representatives and Idaho Senate are taking Monday off.

Bonner County News of Record - March 17, 2024

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

Best Shot - March 30, 2024

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