Bonner County Calendar - March 10, 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.

'Tater facts' from Bonner County's 'Spud Queen'

In this week's column, we bring you a bright ray of sunshine from Pat Van Volkinburg, advanced master gardener and acknowledged "Spud Queen" of Bonner County.

Bonner County History - March 10, 2024

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

Vote Woodward for Idaho Senate

The upcoming Republican primary election on May 21 is an important one for Idahoans because whoever wins the race for the senate seat will be on the ballot in the November general election and will most likely win the seat.

Herndon's constitutional proposal is concerning

Senator Herndon's Senate Joint Resolution 105, would add to the Idaho Constitution a provision guaranteeing rights to home schooling “free from government regulation.”

Just like zombies, bad bills keep returning

This week I voted in favor of Senate Bill 1252, and it passed 27-8 on the Idaho Senate floor. This important piece of legislation would prohibit the deployment of the Idaho National Guard into combat for the United States without a declaration of war by the United States Congress.

Historic mystery

Divers, museum team up to identify, protect old wreck

It's likely she was deliberately sunk; the rocks piled in the front of the bow attest to that. But her name? Her story? When she operated in the community? Those are among the mysteries the Bonner County Museum hopes to solve, starting that journey with a dive into a recently discovered historic wreck.

Bonner County News of Record - March 1, 2024

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

Bill restricting absentee ballots sent out for possible amendments

A bill that would place restrictions on who could apply for an absentee ballot in Idaho was sent out for possible amendments Wednesday after members of the public and several state and county elections officials came out against the bill. Only voters who would be out of their jurisdiction, or have an illness or disability, would be able to request absentee ballots for elections under House Bill 667

Bonner County Calendar - March 9, 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.

Fugitive found deceased in Athol home

Late last month, the U.S. Marshals Greater Idaho Fugitive Task Force located 50-year-old Todd Andrew Miller dead in a residence off Kelso Lake Road in Athol following the issuance of arrest warrants from two North Idaho counties.

Best Shot - March 9, 2024

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

Michael James Murdock, 67

Michael James Murdock, 67, passed away recently.

City to unveil sports center plans

Curious about what the new James E. Russell Sports Center at Travers Park will look like on the inside? A "question and answer" public meeting is being held Wednesday to give the public a sneak peak at the revised court layout of the sports complex.

Wild & Scenic film fest comes to Sandpoint

The Wild and Scenic Film Festival will be returning to Sandpoint this month to feature nine films showcasing wild places and the people working to protect them.

Doctor: Death scene was staged

Kendy Howard’s death “bears the hallmarks of a staged crime scene,” doctors said in court Friday.

Legals for March, 9 2024

Bonner County Calendar - March 8, 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.

Sandpoint Soccer Association announces developments, upcoming events

New headquarters, soccer camps, and a logo are a few of the new developments in place for the SSA.

NonStop Local KHQ/SWX and KREM 2/KSKN 22 to Broadcast Spokane Velocity FC Games

"The Eastern Washington and North Idaho Spokane Velocity FC fan will be able to directly view home and away matches from the comfort of their living room through our two local linear partners."