About Steve Johnson

Steve Johnson, a candidate for Idaho State Senate, grew up on a family farm in Sagle with his three brothers. His father was a sawmill worker, logger, and farmer, while his mother was a homemaker and teacher. He graduated from Sandpoint High School and earned a degree in education from the University of Idaho. During high school and college, he worked various jobs, including railroad laborer, farmhand, heating and cooling fabricator/installer, and carpenter’s helper.

He has also spent years working with his community, its schools, agencies, and multiple organizations to both keep the values and tenor of North Idaho life as well as work toward making sure the best of District 1 is enhanced and the issues that need attention get it.

Steve loves the great outdoors, engaging in activities such as building fences, cutting firewood, putting up hay, camping, cross-country skiing, and hiking. He appreciates the beauty and majesty of the local forests, mountains, and lakes.

Steve and Marguerite married on the banks of Cocolalla Creek and raised their four children on the family farm in Sagle. They were active in 4-H, youth sports, and community events. Both are semi-retired teachers with over 70 combined years of teaching, primarily in Bonner County.