Sandpoint farmer wins $2,000,000 on Powerball
Nathan Wood had stopped in to check fuel pump
When the fuel pump on Nathan Wood’s truck started making strange noises last Monday he pulled into the nearest gas station to see if he could figure out what the problem was.
PREP BOYS LACROSSE: Sandpoint pulls off two huge upsets at regionals
No. 3 Sandpoint (5-12) will face No. 2 Pocatello on Friday in the first round of the 2024 IHSLL State Championships set to be held at North Field in Jackson Hole.
2A STATE GOLF: Coleman shoots his way to state title
The Lady Spartans were also in action after winning the District 1-2 title last week.
Herndon has worked hard for our families
On May 1, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. Senator Scott Herndon spoke before the congregation at Regeneration Calvary Chapel.
A North Idaho life: 'I love where I live'
Last week, some friends and I took a day trip to the town of Bonners Ferry. To look at it, tucked in along the Kootenai River, it appears a little sparse between its towering neighbors, the Selkirk and Cabinet mountains. Don't be fooled — it's a gem of a spot.
Albeni Falls Dam operations to remain limited
Spill operations will remain restricted at Albeni Falls Dam for a while longer as U.S. Army Corps of Engineers officials continue to treat the base metal flaws and defects identified late last month on a spillway gate that was rehabilitated in June 2023.
ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Mason Little, Sandpoint baseball
ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Mason Little, Sandpoint baseball
Support Scott Herndon, Cornel Rasor and Jane Sauter
Regarding candidates for the upcoming primary, observations and questions. All seem likable enough when listening to them. How do you choose, or tell them apart?
Who are the real RINOs in North Idaho?
“Freedom and Liberty.” “We the People.” Government power is directly derived from voters and shouldn’t infringe on the individual. All easy slogans around election time, and regularly self-defined as core republican beliefs.
Kid Weather - May 15, 2024
Today's weather forecast as drawn by Bonner County's talented young artists.
Richard Oakley Williams, 86
Richard Oakley Williams, 86, passed away on Monday, May 6, 2024.
Got diabetes? Get your eyes checked.
Some years ago, I met a woman whose husband had just been diagnosed with diabetes. She complained to me that now her husband was going to suffer heart disease, kidney disease, nerve damage, foot, oral, hearing, and mental health problems, as well as the worst fate, in her opinion, blindness.
Base levy vote on facts, not opinions
It's less than a week before the big day, and it is a big day. It's also crucial for the West Bonner County School District. The levy must pass to cover the shortfall.
Project seeks to thin crowded tree stands
The Idaho Panhandle National Forests is seeking input on a proposal to thin stands of young, densely stocked trees across the Priest Lake, Bonners Ferry, and Sandpoint ranger districts. The proposal aims to promote healthy regeneration for larger trees and reduce wildfire danger.
Strong schools are cornerstone of a vibrant communty
As our community readies for the May 21 levy vote, I implore you to rally behind our schools. A robust education system serves as the cornerstone of a flourishing community, providing stability, nurturing economic development, and enhancing residents’ lives.
Kent Randolph Dean
Kent Randolph Dean passed away on April 24, 2024, in Lewiston, Idaho.
Mark Sauter is the right person to lead us
We recently received a political flyer bashing District 1A Representative Mark Sauter. Ironically it is from Jane Sauter (no relationship to Mark) She is running for Mark’s position.
Crossing maintenance to close road
An emergency closure of the Union Pacific railroad crossing will mean the closure of Kootenai Cutoff Road on Thursday, May 16.
Mark Sauter's expertise invaluable in Legislature
Here in the West, the threat of catastrophic fire is always looming. We saw the grim reality last summer when hundreds of homes were torched in a matter of hours just across the state line. That's why we need Mark Sauter representing us in Boise.
Hutchings will fight to protect conservative principles
In LD1 the focus has been on the state Senate race, but the House seats are equally important.
