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Transportation, immigration among session's top issues
District 1 legislators discuss local issues, legislation, and concerns in the weekly Notes From Boise column.
Woodward listens to, works for his constituents
When I met Jim Woodward, I asked him why I should vote for him. After all, he is an Idaho conservative. He told me he would "listen to me."
Elect Woodward as District 1 state senator
I urge you to vote for Jim Woodward for State Senator on May 21.
Herndon voted against help for veterans
In 2023 and 2024 Scott Herndon voted against funding Idaho’s Division of Veterans Services.
Know your voting rights for Idaho primary election
9B Strong, a local organization promoting civic involvement, has begun a project to educate voters as to their rights when voting in the May 21 Idaho primary election.
Experience is critical, vote for VanGesen
What is needed in a sheriff? Experience, knowledge, leadership, ability to work well with people, manage multi-million dollar budgets and writing grants are all critical.
Re-elect Mark Sauter as our representative
Mark Sauter has been our representative for the past two years and has proven that he truly represents us.
Schuman is the best pick for sheriff
I am writing to express our support for Dave Schuman, who is running for sheriff in our county.
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.
Voters invited to support Open Primaries Initiative
Registered Boundary County voters who want the Open Primaries Initiative to get on the November ballot in Idaho must sign a petition by Tuesday, April 30. Local volunteers must turn in petitions to me so that I may…
We need to return Woodward to Idaho Senate seat
As residents of the Bonners Ferry community, we have known Jim Woodward throughout most of his life. He is an exemplary individual in both his personal and public life. Jim is currently running to recapture his sea…
Database shines line on candidates' donations
I recently did some research into local candidates' donations using the Idaho Sunshine Database. After this research, I have a few questions
Woodward working to protect Idaho citizens
I have been seeing a lot of criticism of Jim Woodward regarding his "no" vote on HB 500 back in 2020.
Shuman cares deeply about county, rule of law
I am voting for Dave Shuman for Boundary County Sheriff. Dave has spent over 40 years in service to others.
Vote Dave Walter for precinct chair
i have known Dave Walter and his family my entire life. Dave is currently running for the position of Republican committeeman for the Bonners Ferry/Kootenai Precinct and is highly qualified to serve in that positio…
Stolley, Woodward dedicated to community, service
One of the greatest satisfactions of teaching many years at Bonners Ferry High School is being able to watch students mature into adulthood and become successful, productive members of society. Two of these are Tra…