Ellington

Silver Valley trick-or-treating a go

Some community events still on as well

Legals for October, 30 2020

Follow the booook

Local author's new book is a literal ghost hunting guide for haunted places in the Silver Valley and CDA.

A new book from local author Deborah Cuyle has given prospective ghost hunters and history buffs alike a road map to some potentially thrilling adventures.

Blackboard gets national attention

The combination sandwich shop/Italian restaurant was recently listed on MSN’s “The most adorable small-town restaurant in every state” list and owners Rob and Luanne Wuerfel are not only proud of their restaurant, but flattered by the company they’re keeping.

Jail bookings: Oct. 26-28

Brian Andrew Fernquist, 48, of Mullan, Idaho was arrested for violating his probation (felony).

Dennis Neil Doney, 72

Dennis Neil Doney passed away Oct. 15, 2020, at his ranch East of Thompson Falls, Mont. Dennis was born in Wallace, Idaho, on Dec. 31, 1947, to Donald and Irma Doney.

Kellogg Police Department Roll Call: Oct. 21-28

County assist in Ross Ranch for a person hallucinating. Person stated that his parents were on the floor unresponsive, and bugs were attacking him. Luckily neither was the case. Cleared assist.

Shoshone moves to 'substantial' COVID-19 risk category

Shoshone County has joined neighboring Kootenai and Bonner counties in the "high" or "red" COVID-19 Risk Level as of Thursday.

Kellogg School District reverting to hybrid schedule

Wallace cancels return to in-person

Harold 'Hal' Hibbert, 73

Harold “Hal” Hibbert, 73, of Spring Creek, Nev., passed away Oct. 22, 2020, in Salt Lake City, Utah. Hal was born in Clarkston, Wash., to Bryce and Shirley Hibbert on Aug. 13, 1947.

COVID-19 hospitalizations in Idaho reach all-time high

Total deaths climb to 600

Masks on, Cd'A

Council approves 90-day mask mandate

The mandate goes into effect Tuesday morning.

Legals for October, 27 2020

Snow storm keeps emergency crews busy

While the National Weather Service gave motorists of the Idaho Panhandle a three-day notice regarding last Friday's snow storm, many were still caught off-guard as emergency crew kept busy with calls for service all over the region.

Lucky Friday launches Buy Local program

Hecla Mining Company's Lucky Friday Mine is putting nearly $50,000 worth of holiday cheer into the local economy via a new “Buy Local” program

Law Day Recap: Sentencing postponed in rape case, lawyer withdraws in drug case

Cory Tipton was scheduled to be sentenced last Wednesday, but an unforeseen issue forced Judge Wayman to push it out. Jamie Rowe's attorney withdraws from representing him.

Border Patrol Agents seize Cocaine and Meth

U.S. Border Patrol agents assigned to the Bonners Ferry Station seized five duffle bags of narcotics valued at approximately $2.16 million just south of the United States/Canada border on Friday.

Idaho moves back to Stage 3 amid healthcare capacity constraints

Governor Brad Little signed a statewide public health order today moving Idaho back into a modified Stage 3 of the Idaho Rebounds plan as healthcare facilities throughout the state face alarming demand and capacity constraints due to increasing COVID-19 spread.

Mike Fitzgerald was found wanting

Idaho is one of five states with greatest rise in coronavirus cases.

Wildcats win big in 'Snow Bowl'

Teeters Field did their best Lambeau Field impression last week as the Kellogg Wildcats beat Bonners Ferry 32-14 in a game for the ages.

Jail bookings: Oct. 22-25

Mackenzie Oliva Basham, 19, of Osburn, Idaho was arrested for drug trafficking in heroin, driving a vehicle without the owner's consent, of use or possession of controlled substance paraphernalia.

Silver Valley Sports Recap: Oct. 19-25

Sullivan wins 3A District crown, Kellogg and Wallace volleyball advance to state. Mullan ladies falter at home.

Thoughts on HJR 4

Of the various online versions of the Idaho Constitution that I could locate from Harvard, Columbia and Univ. of Minn. Law schools...

Birgid Niedenzu runs for conservation district

Birgid Niedenzu runs for conservation district

Scarcello seeks conservation board re-election

Laurin Scarcello wants to continue to serve.

Thornton seeks conservation re-election

Stan Thornton announced that he is running for re-

KHS to host FAFSA Night

The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is a form completed by prospective college students to determine their eligibility for student financial aid, including access to grants, loans, and work study and is also required by many scholarships.

Nine arrested in massive Smelterville drug bust

A District 1 Probation & Parole check at a home in Smelterville has resulted in one of the largest busts they’ve ever been involved in.

Thomas Alfred Pooler, 80

Thomas Alfred Pooler, 80, lifelong resident of Kellogg, Idaho, passed away Monday, Oct. 19, 2020, at his residence. Tom was born on Dec. 10, 1939, in Kellogg, a son of the late Edward Faye and Margaret Menai (Parry) Pooler.

Legals for October, 23 2020

ON TO STATE!

The Lady Wildcats needed five sets to put Timberlake away, while the Lady Miners only needed four to dispatch Lakeside and both schools were district champions by the end of the night.

Winter Storm Watch issued for Panhandle

Local officials stress safe driving

Jail bookings: Oct. 19-21

Riley Edward Baldwin, 20, of Pinehurst, Idaho was arrested for illicit conveyance to correctional facility, use or possession of a schedule II controlled substance, and use or possession of drug paraphernalia.

WHS gas leak prompts momentary evacuations

Avista crews repair damage

Kellogg Police Department Roll Call: Oct. 14-21

Welfare check/suspicious person Hill Street at I90. Transient was just dropped off and appeared to be under the influence.

A response to the David Carlile letter

Mr. Carlile has listed his facts accurately. The difference is my opinion of what is at stake.

Shoshone County moves to 'moderate' COVID-19 risk category

Kootenai, Boundary move to Substantial

SNP NOW Episode 69 is LIVE!

Featuring Tech Talk with Simon Miller

Silver Valley Sports Recap: Oct. 12-18

A slow week with big implications for area teams.

PHD: Differences between types of COVID-19 tests

COVID-19 testing has come a long way since the beginning of the pandemic and with that may come some confusion on what test you should get

Sup's Corner

I applaud the leaders; especially those who are humbly taking the brunt of people’s anger during this pandemic.

Wes Evans runs for conservation district

Seeks supervisor post

Minichino seeks conservation district seat

John Minichino, Jr announced today he’s running

Legals for October, 20 2020

Giddings speaks in Pinehurst

The Shoshone County Republicans hosted a special Town Hall meeting where Idaho’s District 7 Representative Priscilla Giddings was able to discuss relevant issues for her conservative constituency in an easy to follow question and answer format.

WSD/Silver Hills employee tests positive for COVID-19

The Wallace School District announced on Monday that a WSD/Silver Hills Elementary employee tested positive for COVID-19.

Kellogg renews mask law for second time

The city of Kellogg has once again extended their resolution for their mask ordinance inside the city’s limits.

Shoshone election primer

On Nov. 3, Shoshone County voters will have their say in multiple key races on the federal and state levels.

New La Nina picking up steam

That means snowier, colder winter could be coming

We now have a La Nina, the cooler than normal sea-surface

Shoshone County Prosecuting Attorney Candidate: Keisha L. Oxendine

Keisha L. Oxendine is running uncontested to retain her current position of Shoshone County Prosecuting Attorney in this year’s election cycle.

Shoshone County Sheriff Candidate: Darrell Michael (Mike) Gunderson

Shoshone County Sheriff Darrell Michael (Mike) Gunderson is running uncontested to retain his current position in this year’s election cycle.

Jail bookings: Oct. 15-18

David Leroy Redden, 30, was arrested for failing to appear, obstructing or resisting an officer, and theft by receiving or possessing stolen property.

Idaho Parks and Recreation receives Cares Act funding

Monies to cover COVID-19 impacts to parks, operations.

Research it

It’s odd to me how people will form an opinion or decide to vote a specific way based on no factual information or by using factual misinformation.

A layman's explanation of HJR 4

Should the amendment be passed it would remove language in the state constitution that requires that the state maintain 35 state legislative districts.

Wade seeks election to conservation board

Shoshone County resident Valerie Wade is seeking election to the Kootenai-Shoshone Soil and Water Conservation District for one of the four open board supervisor seats.

Irene Ann Lambert, 84

In the early hours on Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2020, Irene Ann Lambert, beloved Mother and Grandmother, went to be with her Lord and Savior. She passed away at the age of 84 in Vancouver, Wash.

Project completed near former swimming hole

Work crews with the Coeur d’Alene Work Trust recently wrapped up a project at the Burke Swimming Hole.

Wallace pool project out for bid… again

The Wallace City Council made the motion to approve putting the expensive repair project for their beloved swimming pool out for re-bid.

County P&Z recommends Comp. Plan amendments

Hillside development discussed at meeting

Legals for October, 16 2020

Full speed ahead for WSD

The Wallace School District is following the lead of many other districts in the region and will be returning to a 5 day-a-week, in-person schedule by November 2.

Kellogg Police Department Roll Call: Oct. 7-14

K77 was dispatched to the 10 block of Jacobs Gulch for an unruly individual. Apparently, law enforcement's presence was enough to calm the individual down. “No action was taken other than showing my ugly face.”

Jail bookings: Oct. 12-14

Sean Evan Hunt, 45, of Silverton, Idaho, was arrested for failing to appear.

Dave Smith vehicles stolen from Smelterville

SCSO seeking more information from community

PHD confirms first COVID-19 related deaths in Bonner County

The individuals, a man and a woman, resided in Bonner County and were in their 80s.

Legals for October, 13 2020

Tata's Party far from a bust

New money donation record set

Pinehurst man gets probation for display of sexual material

The Shoshone County Courthouse played host to Law Day on Oct. 7, where District Judge Scott Wayman had over 25 various criminal cases presented before him.

Soto says he could do better than Fulcher

Talk with Congressman Russ Fulcher and you’ll get the idea that this year’s elections have all the drama of a yawning festival.

Pinehurst man arrested following pursuit

The Shoshone County Sheriff's Office reports that dispatch received a report of a stolen vehicle from a residence in Pinehurst in the early hour of Oct. 12.

Jail bookings: Oct. 8-11

Alex Andrew O'Connor, 29, of Smelterville, Idaho was arrested for two felony arrest warrants.

PASS Program receives needed donation

Members of the Kellogg Elks #1841 are pleased to support two local programs by donating $500 each to the Pinehurst After School Solution (PASS) and the Snack Pak Program.

Silver Valley Sports Recap: Oct. 5-11

Wallace, Mullan Football get wins. Kellogg, Wallace, and Mullan notch important volleyball wins!

Shoshone County opts out of Gov. Little-led initiative

According to Shoshone County Commissioner Mike Fitzgerald, the Shoshone Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) took the advice of the County Clerk, Assessor and legal counsel before making the decision to opt out of Governor Little's Safety Initiative.

Robert 'Toad' Drummond, 82

Known for his wit and dry sense of humor, renowned Western art dealer Bob Drummond "Toad" passed away at home Oct. 6, 2020, with his devoted family by his side. Born Robert J. Drummond on April 26, 1938, in Kellogg, Idaho, to Harold and Donna (Moore) Drummond. Bob loved the outdoors.

James 'Jim' David Striker, 82

Beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and brother, James “Jim” David Striker, 82, of Wallace, Idaho, passed away Aug. 20, 2020, after a long and courageous battle with Lewy Dementia, Parkinson's and COVID.

Martha 'Marty' Lee Conger, 81

Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend, Martha “Marty” Lee Conger, 81, of Kellogg, Idaho, passed away Oct. 4, 2020, at Mountain Valley of Cascadia in Kellogg. She was born Feb. 22, 1939, in Hot Springs, Mont. Marty was the daughter of Lewis and Opal (Russell) Cummings.

Legals for October, 9 2020

SMC provides kids with coats

Thanks to the coordination between the SMC Foundation, SMC Business Development Coordinator Shayleen Jerome, and the local school district administrations, kids won’t be left out in the cold.

On Saturdays, we wear pink

The annual celebration of unity between Kellogg and Wallace High School’s Volleyball teams – Dig Pink Day – is Saturday afternoon.

Happy International Newspaper Carrier Day!

The paperboy has been synonymous with newspapers for what seems like their entire existence.

Kellogg Police Department Roll Call: Oct. 1-7

Unwanted person on Elm St. Some guy in a sweater named Freddy. Cleared unable to locate.

Gary Allen Corbeill, 81

Gary Allen Corbeill, lifelong Silver Valley resident, passed away after a brief but strong battle with cancer on Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2020, at his home near Cataldo, Idaho. He was 81.

Bob 'Mad Dog' Madsen - Robert Wayne

Bob was a man with a fun loving and huge heart, which attacked him in the end. Some of his life experiences included being a firefighter, an underground miner and then he found a passion for dynamite! He blasted the mountainside to build logging roads. After a short stretch at Carson Hot Springs, he finalized his work career as a dump truck driver. He was an avid and successful hunter and fisherman.

Jail bookings: Oct. 5-7

Rans Ray Carroll Jr, 37, of Big Timber, Mont. was arrested for use or possession of a schedule II controlled substance and use or possession of a schedule I controlled substance.

Gregory 'Gregg' Edwin Flory, 57

Gregory “Gregg” Edwin Flory, 57, of Kellogg, Idaho, passed away Friday, Oct. 2, 2020, in Kellogg after a brief battle with cancer. Greg was born on Oct. 4, 1962, in Silverton, Idaho, the son of the late Larry Flory and Leatrice Christmann Flory.

Get 'em checked!

October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Shoshone Medical Center is making sure that the Silver Valley community has access to every resource possible.

Vote-Vote

It is about time we the people start speaking up. I just read the letters to the editor in the Shoshone News Press.

Words of wisdom

Question everything, do not be lead by pied pipers just because the music sounds sweet, for they lead you to a pit full of despair and agony defeat.

Youth Apprenticeship Program launches in Idaho

On Wednesday, October 7, during the Governor’s Office Age of Agility Conference, Idaho Business for Education (IBE) and the Workforce Development Council officially announced the start of Idaho’s first Youth Apprenticeship Program.

'A big look ahead guy'

Gov. Little talks COVID, broadband and transportation

Governor plans for life after the pandemic

Terry Lee Sverdsten, 88

Beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, community leader and friend, Terry Lee Sverdsten, 88, of Cataldo, Idaho, passed away Oct. 2, 2020, at his home in Cataldo. He was born Sept. 8, 1932, at the family farmhouse in Cataldo, a short distance of where Terry now resided.

The Queen gets her crown

Almost 13 months after a fire ripped through the upstairs of the Magnuson House, not only has most of the damage been repaired, but the historic home has been restored to its original glory – including once again donning a Queen Anne Turret.

Legals for October, 6 2020

JACKASS!

Quite possibly the biggest and likely the only major event for 2020 in the Silver Valley was this past weekend as the Jackass Half Marathon and 5K took over the Trail of the Coeur d’Alenes.

Kellogg library gets some new friends!

Quilt raffle going on now

Kellogg, Osburn libraries receive grant funding

Funds to assist in program expansion

We want the smoke!

If you’re looking for some mouth watering smoked meat, look no further than Slab Meat Company in downtown Wallace.

More broadband coming to N. Idaho

Department of Commerce grants $4.8 million for county applications

Department of Commerce grants $4.8 million to bring broadband to North Idaho

Robocalls and political scams increase as election day nears

Few groups keep up with current events quite as well as scammers.

Barbara Ellen Bennett, 87

Barbara Ellen Bennett, 87, of Osburn, Idaho, passed away Friday, Oct. 2, 2020, at Good Samaritan Society — Silver Wood Village in Silverton, Idaho. Barbara was born on Dec. 4, 1932, in Pueblo, Colo., a daughter of the late Harry Dudley and Katherine Patterson Dudley. Barbara graduated high school in Rye, Colo.

What I told my son

I told my son: “do not lie, do not cheat, do not steal, be humble and kind. Give not expecting anything in return—do your giving because it is the right thing to do.

COVID positive person spent time in KSD buildings

Exposure did not originate within the district

Enforce mask use at Walmart!

I shopped at Walmart last night and in spite of a large sign at the entry saying that masks are required, it is not being enforced.

Slow down in Wardner!

To the residents and visitors to our small city of Wardner.

Vote NO for the State Constitutional Amendment

I write to encourage every Idaho voter to vote NO for the State Constitutional Amendment that will appear on our November 3 ballot.

Jail bookings: Oct. 1-4

Lisa Renee Bennett, 51, of Pinehurst, Idaho was arrested for failing to appear.

Decisions from the top not fun, but necessary

During the early stages of the coronavirus pandemic, when almost everything was shut down, people in my Meridian neighborhood found a way to get through those dark days.

Jeaneatte Elizabeth James, 76

On Sunday, Sept. 27, 2020 — the Lord’s Day — Jeanette Elizabeth James, 76, of Pinehurst, Idaho, went to join our God in Heaven. She passed away at North Idaho Hospice in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. She was born Nov. 4, 1943, in Alton, Mo., and was the daughter of Otto and Helen Waller.

Lois Marie Zumbaum, 87

Beloved mother, grandmother and nurse, Lois Marie Zumbaum, 87, of Post Falls, Idaho (formerly of the Silver Valley), passed away Oct. 1, 2020, at The Bridge Assisted Living in Post Falls. She was born Jan. 26, 1933, in Butte, Mont. Lois was the daughter of Ernest A. and Fern Agnes (Wilson) Fischer.

Birgid Niedenzu runs for conservation district

Birgid Niedenzu runs for conservation district

Legals for October, 2 2020

Kellogg School Board approves in-person class plan

Face coverings to be mandatory

Homecoming Day for east Shoshone schools

It’s Homecoming Day for students in the Wallace and Mullan School Districts, which means for football game celebrations for their respective communities.

Clarifications regarding Pine Creek Road access

After crews from Shoshone County removed a man-made road block just a few weeks ago, several questions were raised concerning the trails after Pine Creek Road ends. The Shoshone News-Press has found some of the answers to those questions.

Correction

Lt. Costa

Statesmanship? Debate? I think not.

Just recently, watching Ken Burns' expertly presented series on television THE ROOSEVELTS, I've been reflecting on the statesmanship that was demonstrated in the lives of both Teddy and Franklin Roosevelt.

COVID-19 vaccine distribution planning underway in Idaho

Little highlights COVID-19 testing resources coming to Idaho schools

Jail bookings: Sept. 28-30

Stanley Clark Radford, 57, of Osburn, Idaho was arrested for use or possession of a schedule II controlled substance and use or possession of drug paraphernalia.

Kellogg Police Department Roll Call: Sept. 23-30

Dispatched to the 100 block of W. Riverside Ave. for a stolen vehicle. Located the vehicle in the area parked. So either the owner had some friends who thought they were funny and moved the vehicle, or the owner forgot where they parked. Never found out which.

Claims for Idaho unemployment benefits drop for 21st consecutive week

The number of Idahoans submitting a continued claim for unemployment benefits continued to fall the week ending Sept. 26, dropping 8 percent from the previous week to 9,895.

Jordan speaks in Kellogg

Jordan has her sights set on defeating longtime incumbent Idaho Republican U.S. Sen. Jim Risch and hopes that her appeal to her fellow North Idahoans and Rural Idahoans will carry her.

Karen Pierson Henry, 80

Karen Pierson Henry, 80, of Pinehurst, Idaho, passed away Sept. 26, 2020, at Shoshone Medical Center in Kellogg, Idaho. She was born on April 29, 1940, in Ogden, Utah.

Lawmakers seek end of mask order

Letters said it is "better to educate," asks PHD to change mandate to recommendation

The letter to the Panhandle Health District's board cites a lack of representation as one of the reasons to repeal the mandate that is now going on its third month.