Man faces charges over construction vehicle theft
A hearing in the case is set for Aug. 24
Plane flips over, Montana man walks away safe
Boundary County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a plane upside down at the Boundary County Airport.
Library board hires former mayor to director position
After months of being closed, the Boundary County Library Board unanimously voted Tuesday to hire former Bonners Ferry Mayor David Sims as library director.
Russ Fulcher announces cancer diagnosis
U.S. Rep. Russ Fulcher has announced on a social media post his recent medical diagnosis confirming he has cancer in his renal system
Traffic stop turns into drug bust
What began as a reported reckless driving call quickly turned into a drug bust that included fentanyl pills and methamphetamines by arresting officer Branden Johnson.
P&Z: 'BearTaria' site may violate county ordinances
Boundary County Planning and Zoning issued a formal complaint to Owen Benjamin last week, detailing potential land use violations for his Moyie River property.
Bonner County GOP asks Woodward to resign
The Bonner County Republican Central Committee is calling on state Sen. Jim Woodward, R-Sagle, to leave the political party and resign his position.
New compound forming, residents present zoning violations to commissioners
Concerned residents of Boundary County near the Moyie River along Earl Lane Road spoke to county commissioners on Tuesday, May 25, about an alleged “Ruby Ridge-style” compound forming in Boundary.
BCMS's Kelly Hinthorn helps students become leaders
Kelly Hinthorn, along with a talented team of students at Bonners Ferry Middle School, has worked hard to create a stronger community by bringing together students to develop their leadership skills and build upon their character for a better Bonners Ferry.
Residents band together to build strong community
A curated list of fundraising community events in Boundary County.
Murder case against Moore dismissed
Daniel Moore’s attorney, Katherine Bolton, requesting a motion to dismiss Brian Drake’s murder case approved by District Judge Barbara Buchanan on May 12, 2021.
Court upholds suppression of evidence in Moore case
The state’s motion request to reconsider the suppression of evidence in the case of Brian Drake’s murder was denied on Wednesday, April 14, Moore’s attorney Katherine Bolton is requesting a motion to dismiss for lack of probable cause.
Moore granted change of venue
Presiding district judge Barbara Buchanan approved motions to quash subpoena requests of financial and intimate information of Jennifer Drake and approved a motion for change of venue to Kootenai county
Kootenai River Brewing Company builds progress towards beer expansion
KRBC is excited about the future and increased business opportunities as COVID-19 restrictions in neighboring states open up and allow people to travel more.
Bill passes House, would deny discriminating against unvaccinated
The Idaho House of Representatives conducted a third reading of House Bill No. 140 and passed the bill, which would add a new chapter to Title 44 specifying that employers or companies that contract with the state of Idaho shall not discriminate against unvaccinated persons.
Moore granted suppression of evidence
Judge rules confession came after request for counsel
A memorandum decision by presiding district judge Barbara Buchanan on Feb. 12 grants Moore's motion to suppress evidence, which occurred during a custodial interview on Aug. 27.
Drake family sues Moore Chiropractic
Counterclaim alleges foul play
Jennifer Lynne Drake, wife of Brian Drake, is in a lawsuit against Daniel Lee and Karen Moore on behalf of the Drake family; Moore Chiropractice alleges counterclaims.
Moore's trial scheduled for April
During Moore’s arraignment hearing, he pleads not guilty to the felony charges of murder in the second degree.
Certification allows loggers to LEAP into sustainability
Many would argue that logging is straightforward, cutting, processing, and moving trees to a transport location. Modern loggers strive for much more through professional development by becoming certified in Idaho through a program called Logger Education to Advance Professionalism.
Border Patrol seizes $2.16M in narcotics
Local U.S. Border patrol agents seized five duffle bags of narcotics valued at $2.16 million. According to U.S. Customs and Border Protection, it is the largest amount of drugs seized in pounds and monetary value since 2009 in Boundary County.
Investigation clears Zimmerman in fatal shooting
Finds Bonners Ferry police chief return fire to protect others
Investigation concludes on a fatal shooting incident involving Bonners Ferry Police Chief Brian Zimmerman, who was instrumental in protecting a campground of friends and family members against an agitated Russell Liddell, smelling like alcohol, according to a report released by investigators.
Former resident connected to Gretchen Whitmer kidnap plot
Eric Mark-Matthew Allport, 43, Former Boundary County resident, was involved in a plot to kidnap Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer; when federal agents attempted to serve Allport a warrant for his arrest.
Moore denied suppression of evidence, arraignment in November
The State of Idaho v. Daniel Lee Moore finished preliminary hearings, and the court case will move toward arraignment on Thursday, Nov. 5.
Fire, possible shooting in Moyie Springs under investigation
Fire, possible shooting in Moyie Springs under investigation
BF shooting suspect competent to stand trial
Daniel Moore deemed competent to stand trial
Investigation concludes on grizzly bear attack
Two bow hunters in the Upper Pack River drainage were attacked by a sow Grizzly bear on Sept. 9 but managed to escape severe injury.
Teck Resource venture could have potential negative impact
British Columbia’s largest mining company, Teck Resources, has proposed a new coal mining venture upstream of Montana’s Kootenai River system.
Bonners Ferry police chief involved in fatal shooting
CHALLIS — Bonners Ferry Police Brian Zimmerman, Bonners Ferry Police Chief, is under investigation after he allegedly shot and killed a man after a verbal altercation near Tin Cup Campground in Custer County on Saturday, Aug. 1.
SpaceX engineer Katz helps put Americans in space
BONNERS FERRY — SpaceX senior guidance and navigational control engineer Jacob Katz is a role model for area students who aspire to become involved in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.