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Idaho open primary initiative in final stretch
Supporters of a ballot initiative that would open Idaho’s primary elections to all voters are making a final push to gather signatures before the May 1 deadline.
America seems to be falling apart
The country that I knew growing up and until recent years is unrecognizable to me today. I think our country is falling apart.
Candidates facing off at forums
In just over three weeks, voters will head to the polls to decide on a host of county and state legislative races. Do you know who the candidates are? Or where they stand on the issues?
West Bonner sets levy information meetings
West Bonner residents looking for information on the school district's one-year supplemental levy on the May 21 ballot have their pick of informational meetings to attend.
Bonner County Calendar - April 28, 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.
Local scouts soaring as 'Eagles'
Two Sandpoint residents recently earned their Eagle Scout ranking after years of hard work. Ryan Doko and Elliot Lowman have been part of the Boy Scouts program since first grade. Doko, a senior at Sandpoint High School, and Lowman, a freshman at Wake Forest, have been working toward achieving Eagle Scout rank since he was 12. Both recently saw that dream become a reality, receiving Eagle Scout honors.
Another short BOCC meeting
Another relatively short agenda is on the Bonner County commissioners’ radar this week.
Bonner County News of Record - April 16, 2024
Police log information for Sandpoint, Ponderay, and Priest River police departments; and the Bonner County Sheriff's Office.
Bonner County History - April 28, 2024
Bonner County Historical Society and Museum shares interesting stories of the community's people, places, and events.
Trio cares about community, not party politics
Any qualified elector (18 years old and U.S. citizen) is eligible to hold any office of this state (ID Code 59-101)? That is the ONLY criteria one must meet. A sheriff needs no law enforcement training. A coroner needs no medical credentials. A treasurer needs no bookkeeping background. An assessor needs no real estate expertise.
SURA's railroad closure plan is absurd
SURA's railroad closure plan is absurd is planning to close the Mountain View railroad crossing?
Williams announces May chat lineup
Bonner County Commissioner Asia Williams has announced her May commissioner chat lineup.
Jim Woodward's heart is Idaho
Jim Woodward is an intelligent, soft-spoken gentleman. He has no hidden agenda and he answers only to his own conscience — a conscience balanced by logic and his deep love for his home state of Idaho.
