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7Bee
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7Bee is the official podcast of the Bonner County Daily Bee and Bonners Ferry Herald. Listen in to get a pulse on what is happening in Bonner and Boundary counties and hear stories about local figures and prominent locations in the community you won't find anywhere else. Our newsroom staff, consisting of managing editor Caroline Lobsinger, sports reporter Max Oswald, Daily Bee reporters Evie Seaberg and Lauren Reichenbach, and Bonners Ferry reporters Emily Bonsant and Jennifer Wright, are the recurring hosts of the podcast.
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LPO Rep blooms with 'Steel Magnolias'
Oct 7, 202400:52:16Tap to summarizeAt its heart, "Steel Magnolias" is about friendship and love.Inspired by real-life women in a small Louisiana town and their bonds, it seemed natural for Lake Pend Oreille Repertory Theatre to take on the classic play following its successful production of "Legally Blonde." After all, both shows are about female bonds and community and are among LPO Rep founder Keely Gray's favorite plays.Come join 7Bee Podcast as we talk to LPO Rep about the company's upcoming production of "Steel Magnolias."
Transcribe →What to expect at Boundary County Fair
Jul 30, 202400:07:58Tap to summarizeThe Boundary County Fair is from August 6-10. Learn about all exciting events and activities at this years fair with staff writer Emily Bonsant. For more information visit the Boundary County Fair website.
Transcribe →Tech & Transformation
Jul 8, 202401:35:51Tap to summarizeConnections. At the heart of it, libraries are about connections: books, movies, information, and, increasingly, people.And those connections have the potential to transform lives and communities.And, in fact, they already are.In this week's 7Bee Podcast, join us for a conversation with Brendan Mooney, IT manager at the East Bonner County Library; Alex Gray, technology teacher at Sandpoint High School; Damaso Mangabat, T-Mobile store manager in Ponderay;Michelle Buck; Frank Foderaro, Lifelong Learning coordinator at EBCL; and Brenden Bobby, STEM coordinator.
Transcribe →What's in the Community: 4th of July Events
Jun 21, 202400:07:56Tap to summarizeCome along and hear about 4th of July Events in Bonner and Boundary Counties. Bonners Ferry EventsFreedom Festival at 11 a.m. on Main Street and Lincoln Street. Bonners Ferry 4th of July parade, 3 p.m. in historic downtown, live music at Boundary County Fairgrounds, 4 p.m.-9:15 p.m. Fireworks at 10:10 p.m. Eastport 21st 4th of July Parade at 1 p.m. Sandpoint Lions Parade, 10 a.m.Clark Fork Fun Run, 7 a.m., parade at 9:30 a.m., more events at 1 p.m.
Transcribe →What's in the Community?: BFHS Graduation, Car Show, Robotics Camp, oh my!
May 29, 202400:07:40Tap to summarizeIn this week's episode of "What's in the Community," Emily Bonsant covers coming events, such as the "Forget Me Not" walk/run at the BFHS/BCMS track, Borders 3 Jamboree Car show on Friday and the BFHS Class of 2024 graduation on Saturday, June 1, at 11 a.m. To make pledges for the June Walk-a-thon in support of the Hope House Back to School Bash email thehopehouse9.b@gmail.coomPerformers are wanted for "Movie Music" at the Boundary County Fair. For more information visit our website and read "Performers are need for entertainment at county fair."For more information on the Alpha+ Robotics Camp email 2130alphaplus@gmail.com
Transcribe →What's in the Community: Memorial Day Observances in 7B & 9B
May 24, 202400:06:07Tap to summarizeIn this episode we bring back "What's in the Community" series where we highlight community events happening in Bonner and Boundary Counties. Boundary County Memorial Day Parade is Monday, May 27 at downtown Bonners Ferry. Sandpoint's Memorial Day Observances are hosted by the Sandpoint VFW starting at 9 a.m. at the Pinecrest Cemetery, with a lunch at the VFW Hall. Sign up to be part of the 2024 Boundary County Art Studio Tour by June 1 at teascarlet.com to have your art studio added to the tour. May 31 is the Borders 3 Jamboree Car Show and Parade in Bonners Ferry at 6 p.m. For more local events visit or pick up the Bonners Ferry Herald or the Bonner County Daily Bee.
Transcribe →Legally Blonde: The Musical
May 20, 202400:30:30Tap to summarizeIn the latest edition of the 7Bee Podcast, join reporter Caroline Lobsinger as she talks with Keely Gray of Lake Pend Oreille Repertory Theater about the company's newest production, "Legally Blonde: The Musical". Much like the classic movie starring Reese Witherspoon, the musical follows Elle Woods on her journey of self-discovery and the power and importance of being unreservedly, unabashedly yourself.Check out the story on the Daily Bee's website at bit.ly/44PeVTT.
Transcribe →A Historic Mystery
May 13, 202401:17:15Tap to summarizeIt's likely the historic wreck recently found in the greater Sandpoint area was deliberately sunk. But who is she? What is the vessel's story? Ah, that remains the mystery. In this edition of the 7Bee Podcast, reporter Caroline Lobsinger talks to Chris McNaughton, Austin Smith and Cailey Vallone, part of a team behind the exploration of the wreck, about the discovery, the dive and why it's important to protect and preserve such sites.
Transcribe →What you need to know about the Idaho Republican Presidential Caucus
Feb 12, 202400:34:21Tap to summarizeGet the scoop on the Idaho Republican Presidential Caucus with BF Herald reporter Emily Bonsant and special guest, Dave Wenk with the Boundary County Republican Central Committee. To learn more about the caucus read our article "Boundary County presidential caucus March 2."To learn about your voting precinct visit voteidaho.govTo learn your caucus voting location visit idahorepublicancaucus.com
Transcribe →Bonner and Boundary December Sports Round-Up
Dec 26, 202300:47:46Tap to summarizeJoin Bonner County Daily Bee Sports Reporter Max Oswald and Bonners Ferry Herald Reporter Emily Bonsant as they cover local news for LPOSD, BCSD and WBCSD winter sports teams in the pre-season up until Dec. 23, 2023. Get catch up on all things, Wampus Cats, Spartans, Bulldogs and Badgers sports on the December Sports Round-up. For more local sports coverage visit www.BonnerCountyDailyBee.com and www.BonnersFerryHerald.comOr follow us on Facebook or Twitter to stay up to date on local sports.
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