Ted reacts and reflects on recent tragedies in North Idaho.

Firefighters are ambushed in nearby Coeur d'Alene. Two local teenagers suffer significant injuries in a car accident involving a semi-truck. The murderer of 4 college students in Moscow, ID cops a plea and confesses to his crimes and avoids the death penalty.

But, Ted refuses to be a total Debbie Downer and prepares to celebrate the 4th of July in Bonners Ferry.

And he remembers that God is in control, and He knows best.

Be safe and have fun while observing the great nation's birthday!

Is it the Battle of Bunker Hill, or the Battle of Breed's Hill. Bobby and I debate and discuss this among other things related to 1775 and the Revolutionary War.

During a recent visit back to Kansas, Ted and his son Chase spend time doing guy stuff and visiting about it.

After 42 years Chase finally beats the old man in bowling. (Chase cheated!)

The two work together (sort of) on making his yard escape proof for his dog, Annie. Time will tell.

Chase shares some good stories, and not so good stories, about being a volunteer fire fighter in Kansas.

Mark Carpenter returns to the microphone with lots of thoughts on the world and Bonners Ferry.

Mark does admit to being tired as he has been rewiring the sound system at the fairgrounds. These improvements will hopefully lead to more entertainment options.

Ted and Mark try to decide if Mark is a bubba, or not.

Mark is pleased with the results of the just completed levy election.

Ted discusses the recent county commissioners' declaration of a fire danger emergency, and who is to blame for this dangerous situation facing the area this summer.

Is the Democrat Party committing suicide? Mark and Ted discuss the dangers of a one party system, and what might replace the Democrat Party should it succeed in killing itself.

And Mark discusses the need for more coffee shops in Bonners Ferry.

Ted takes a time-out from guests and proceeds to talk about what he wants to talk about!

This show is dedicated to Ted's old school friend from Chanute, KS - Nick.

Ted recalls memories of boy scouts, go-carts, trampolines and more, with Nick.

Ted has a commencement address for his granddaughter's high school graduation class.

This first week of June features many special national days, including for VW buses, donuts, bubbas in our lives, moonshine, and drive-in movie theatres!!

While Ted tries to be upbeat and positive, sometimes national and world events upset him.

How about those first place Mariners!!!

Congratulations to three high school boys who signed college letters of intent.

And Ted cheers on the boys who like to compete against girls...NOT!

North Idaho Classical Academy Principle Jacob Francom joins Ted to discuss the new school coming to Bonners Ferry.

Opening is set for August, 2026 and the school hopes to compliment the various other schools in North Idaho.

Ted wonders what a classical academy is, and Jacob explains what it is and what it isn't.

The former Troy Montana school district superintendent is excited about the potential of the school focusing on knowledge and virtue while training the minds and the hearts of the students.

The area seems ready for the new approach as parents of 600 students have expressed interest in the school, but only 240 seats are available.

Meanwhile, Ted has to consider the opportunity to be the school's mascot. Whatever that mascot might be.

The Maintenance & Operations Levy Election is going on now, and ends on May 20th. It's time to vote in this important election and Board of Trustees Chairman Ron MacDonald visits with Ted about this election.

Ron is a Badger through and through as he was born and raised here in Bonners Ferry and graduated from Bonners Ferry High School.

He has been on the board of trustees for over 10 years and has weathered many ups and downs including the difficult time of Covid.

He has also lived through several of these M & O Levies as they take place every 2 years here in Bonners Ferry, as they do in many school districts in Idaho.

Ron wants to stress that this levy is NOT an increase in taxes. It is a continuation of a tax that has been in place for many years.

Budget items are discussed and he invites anyone to come in to the district office and look over the books and visit with administration officials about the needs of the school district and the consequences of the levy not passing.

Ken is a life long resident of Bonners Ferry with deep roots in the community.

From Eagle Scout, car body repair, fire fighter, EMT, hazmat tech, to fire chief, Ken has moved up the ladder and has lots of experience.

He realizes he often meets people on their worst day so he feels guided by /God to be the light that shines for them at their critical moment of need.

Ken also wants to show people that humanity is here to step forward and take care of neighbors.

It has been almost a year since he became fire chief and his department fights fires, responds to medical emergencies, helps with car accidents, and rescues cats from trees.

He is also in charge of training his volunteers, maintaining the equipment, and balancing a tight budget.

It is Ken's goal to have his department ready to respond to whatever emergency presents itself for the people of North Idaho.