As our climate continues to change, the West has gone through some record droughts causing much concern about the availability of water and our water supply. Both Idaho and Utah have recently filed applications to appropriate as much as 400,000 acre-feet of water from the Bear River. Water l…

It took a little time, but the Grace Thiel Community Center, which is also known as the Bear Lake Senior Center/ Community Center, food Pantry is now open to all. Jackie Price, the Montpelier Grace Thiel Community Center Director, had a small food pantry for some time. There were jackets, ha…

Dennis Turner was recognized on Wednesday, May 27th for fifty years of service as precinct chairman of the Bear Lake County Republican Party. Mr. Turner had served also served for 30 years as the Chairman. He received a lifetime achievement award from the Idaho Republican Party recognizing h…

The Montpelier Chamber of Commerce participated in a open house and ribbon cutting event on Saturday June 2 nd . Dr. Miller grew up in the Bear Lake Valley left, to go to college and veterinary school then returned to Montpelier, to take over duties at the Bear Lake Animal Hospital from his …

Driving into Paris Thursday evening it became obvious that something major was happening. Cars were parked on both sides of the street and even in the back of the Tabernacle there was simply no place to park. The excitement seemed to focus on the Tabernacle and as most of you might know this…

With the weather warming up, many are preparing to head out to the lake. One of the most important things to consider is boater safety. Deputy Ryan Larsen emphasized the importance of taking a national safe boating course. This course is not mandatory but is recommended for boaters of all ty…