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Crews respond quick, contain fire on Galena Ridge

The Silver Valley dodged a major bullet on Saturday afternoon when emergency crews responded to a fire in the Galena Ridge area.

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 52: Headlines from 7/27 thru 7/30

In this episode of the North Idaho Now Podcast, Chanse Watson and Madison Hardy go over the latest news coming out of the Coeur'd Alene/Post Falls Press, the Bonner County Daily Bee, the Bonners Ferry Herald, and the Shoshone News-Press from July 27-30.

Stateline Complex Wildfire update for July 30

Tumbledown Fire within the Stateline Complex showed highly active fire behavior Thursday with all other fires showing moderate behavior.

Charcter Complex Wildfire update for July 30

On the north side, the fire continues to burn towards the North Fork Coeur d’Alene River corridor between Graham Creek and Cedar Creek.

Air Pollution Forecast and Caution 7/30

The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) has issued an Air Pollution Forecast and Caution to notify residents of Boundary, Bonner, Kootenai, Shoshone, and Benewah Counties outside of reservation boundaries of degraded air quality.

Blood lead screening set to begin in August

Panhandle Health District is set to begin their annual free blood lead screening next month.

Reclaim Idaho gathers signatures in Kellogg

The grassroots organization Reclaim Idaho made a stop in the Silver Valley over the weekend as they used two big events to grab some signatures in their crusade to better fund education.

Filling in the empty spaces

Outside of the Sixth Street Melodrama and Theatre now exists a small quiet sitting area, but it hasn’t been that way.

New show playing at Sixth Street

Wallace’s Sixth Street Melodrama and Theatre has began their first run of 2021 with the original play “Pertie Gertie Gets Plugged, While Wallace Welcomes the Wireless.”

Pinehurst Days turns 50+1!

With last year's Pinehurst Days being canceled due to the pandemic, Rumpel and all of the many other organizers are excited to get back into the saddle.

Legals for July, 30 2021

Grand Marshals for the Pinehurst Days parade chosen!

Long time Pinehurst residents Bob and Dana Stovern have been chosen 2021 Grand Marshals for the Pinehurst Days Parade to be held August 7 at 11:00am.

Character Complex Wildfire update for July 29

Hot temperatures, low humidity, and dry fuels are leading to increased fire activity.

Kellogg Police Department Roll Call: July 21-28

Suspicious circumstances, noticed smoke coming from Kellogg city park, arrived saw “dust” was on fire, Fire was contacted to arrive on scene. The Hose Draggers did a fine job of putting out the dust…. I’m thinking it must be really dry if the dust is catching fire.

Stateline Complex Wildfire update for July 29

Hotter and dryer conditions are anticipated through today and over the course of the next 3 days, which will support longer burning periods and continued active fire behavior.

Kaydence BayLee Haynes, 14

Kaydence BayLee Haynes was brought into this world on Aug. 31, 2006, in Billings, Mont. She was the daughter of Josh Haynes and Krissy Newby. With deep sorrow Kaydence went home to be with the Lord on July 23, 2021.

Need professional opinion

Tuesday’s Shoshone News-Press included a mandate from the Pinehurst Water District (PWD) to limit lawn watering to 15 minutes per area.

Ellen Elizabeth Kauppi, 74

Ellen Elizabeth Kauppi, 74, of Milwaukie, Ore., passed away July 21, 2021, at her home of Milwaukie. She was born Sept. 10, 1946, in Kellogg, Idaho. Ellen was the daughter of David Richard and Flora Anora (Donahue) Edwards.

Jail bookings: July 26-28

Brandon James Beck, 27, of Smelterville, Idaho was arrested for two counts of failing to appear.

Charles Marshall Yoke

Charles Marshall Yoke, loving husband, father, grandfather, uncle and devoted friend passed away peacefully at home in Spokane surrounded by his family to enter his eternal home with his Savior on July 21, 2021. Dad was born in Spokane, Wash., on Jan. 25, 1929, where he, his father, Marshall; mother Harriet and sister Mary Alice, lived.

Character Complex Wildfire update for July 28

Hot temperatures, low humidity and dry fuels will continue to feed the Deceitful fire in spite of a brief respite of overnight showers.

Stateline Complex Wildfire update for July 28

The Stateline Complex showed active fire behavior with groups of torching trees, short runs, and spotting, including a spot fire which occurred on the south side of the St. Joe River near the Tumbledown fire.

North Idaho Now Episode 51: Headlines from 7/24 thru 7/27

n this episode of the North Idaho Now Podcast, Chanse Watson and Josh McDonald go over the latest news coming out of the Coeur'd Alene/Post Falls Press, the Bonner County Daily Bee, and the Shoshone News-Press from July 24 to 27.

Gov. Little urges Biden, Canadian prime minister to open U.S.-Canada border

Business, shopping, and tourism between the two countries remain slowed because of national policies related to the pandemic.

Character Complex Wildfire Update as of July 27

North Fork Cd'A River Road, Old River Road closed to all traffic

KSD offering grief counseling following the passing of student

The Kellogg School District mobilized their crisis team over the weekend in the aftermath of the death of one of their students.

Jeep Jamboree continues run of successful events

For two decades the Silver Valley Jeep Jamboree has been a highlight of the summer for trail riding enthusiasts and this year’s 20th anniversary didn’t disappoint.

Pinehurst Water District issues a few rules

As ongoing drought issues continue to grip the region, area water districts are tightening up across the Silver Valley.

A hoopin' good time!

The Silver Hoops 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament attracted 104 teams from across the region over the weekend, all of whom were itching to get their first taste of 3-on-3 basketball action in almost two years.

Legals for July, 27 2021

Fire crews extinguish Big Creek home fire

It is believed that the fire began in a flower pot with a dead and dried plant.

Character Complex update

Due to recent fire behavior on the Deceitful fire the Beaver Creek/ Dobson area as been upgraded to Level2 SET evacuations.

Jail bookings: July 22-25

Kristi Alice Brownell-Davis, 45, of Wallace, Idaho was arrested for bond revocation.

Lobbyist’s power grows as attacks mount

Like it or not – and there are a lot of people who won’t like this – the Idaho Freedom Foundation is the most powerful lobbying group in Idaho.

Shawn Brandt, 50

Beloved father and friend, Shawn Brandt, 50, of Kellogg, Idaho, passed away on July 7, 2021. Shawn was born on April 3, 1971; the son of Clinton and Donna ( Salyer) Brandt.

Edward Eugene Slusher, 86

Edward Eugene Slusher, of Rathdrum, Idaho, was born Dec. 12, 1934, in Coffeyville, Kan., to Ernest Leroy and Roma Catherine Slusher. Ed went to be with the Lord on July 21, 2021.

Howard John Markve, 76

Howard John Markve, 76, of Silverton, Idaho, passed away surrounded by his beloved daughters, family and friends, on Jan. 25, 2020, at the Schneidmiller Hospice House in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. He was born May 9, 1943, in Waubay, S.D. Howard was the son of Harold and Bergetta (Grotta) Markve.

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 50!: Headlines from 7/21 thru 7/23

In this episode of the North Idaho Now Podcast, Chanse Watson and Madison Hardy go over the latest news coming out of the Coeur'd Alene/Post Falls Press, the Bonner County Daily Bee, the Bonners Ferry Herald, and the Shoshone News-Press from July 21-23.

BOCC declares emergency

The Shoshone Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) declared a state of emergency on Wednesday afternoon in light of the Character Complex Wildfire on the side of Interstate 90, as well as the Stateline Complex Wildfire burning in the southern portion of Shoshone County right up against the Idaho/Montana Border.

Dwarfanators take over Murray

There were a lot of mini men with many moves last weekend at the Bedroom Goldmine Bar when Extreme Dwarfanators Wrestling (EDW) came to town.

“Tinder Dry, Ready to Explode:” The Prelude to the Big Burn

While the worst of the fires culminated in late August, it had not been an easy summer for the Forest Service crews tasked with fighting the many fires that broke out.

Legals for July, 23 2021

Kellogg Police Department Roll Call: July 14-21

County assist at Smelterville airport. Subject made their way onto the airfield and brandished a firearm, then began shooting. Provided cover, taking subject into custody, and brief survey of scene. Assisted ISP with taking suspect's keys to where the vehicle was being towed (I90 eastbound at 48). Other agency assist.

Cougar Rock Complex Wildfire update for July 22

Five complex fires show growth.

Character Complex Wildfire update for July 22

Prichard area remains in "Set" status.

Jail bookings: July 19-21

Joseph Erik Farar, 26, of Kellogg, Idaho was arrested for violating his probation.

Stateline Complex Wildfire update for July 22nd

Weather conditions increase risk of fire growth.

County prosecutor releases statement on shooting

On July 20, 2021, Shoshone County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a shots fired call in the area of King Street, Wallace, Idaho.

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 49: Headlines from 7/17 thru 7/20 and interview with USFS District Fire Manager Sam Gibbons

In this episode of the North Idaho Now Podcast, Chanse Watson and Josh McDonald go over the latest news coming out of the Coeur'd Alene/Post Falls Press, the Bonner County Daily Bee, and the Shoshone News-Press from July 17 - 20.

Character Complex wildfire update for July 21

Total containment up to 10%

Stateline Complex Wildfire update for July 21

The Stateline Complex comprises 13 fires within its boundary, with Tumbledown and Dolly Creek continuing to be the largest.

Charles Lester Newell, 77

Beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, Charles Lester Newell, 77, of Mullan, Idaho, passed away July 16, 2021, at Shoshone Medical Center in Kellogg, Idaho. He was born Feb. 8, 1944, in Wallace, Idaho. Charles was the son of Russell and Dorothy (Boyer) Newell.

VIDEO: One suspect shot in Wallace standoff

The first shots fired by Smykal were at a truck reportedly owned by his parents who live nearby. The suspect then entered a nearby purple car that was parked on the road, reloaded, and proceeded to fire at a passing Idaho Department of Lands truck that was traveling south on King St. toward the St. Joe region.

Kevin L. Walker, 45

Kevin L. Walker, 45, of Kellogg, Idaho, passed July 10, 2021. He was born June 17, 1976, in Kellogg where he attended school and continued to reside with wife Angela Walker and son Kevin (KJ) Walker.

Man arrested for shooting in airport firefighter camp

No injuries reported

The effects of mining 100 years later

EPA reports on heavy metals in the Coeur d'Alene Basin

Legals for July, 20 2021

Officials speak on Character Complex fires

Over 4,000 acres burned, evacuation precautions issued

Local firefighters to host fundraiser this weekend

The West Shoshone County Fire Fighters Local 2034 are excited to be hosting their second annual fundraiser event this weekend.

Nelson, McCullough appear before Judge Wayman

Monday was Law Day in Shoshone County and District Judge Scott Wayman once again heard numerous cases throughout the busy day. Two of the more notable cases on the day’s docket were the sentencing of David Nelson and a pre-trial conference for Cappuccino McCullough.

Death notice: Nathan Matthew Katt, 19

Nathan Matthew Katt, 19, passed away on July 15, 2021 at his home in Kingston

Silver Valley air quality remains Unhealthy

During this period of heightened poor air quality, the DEQ recommends avoiding strenuous outdoor activities, shortening the time of such activities, or canceling those activities all together.

Character Complex wildfire update for July 19

Prichard, Murray residents in 'Ready' evacuation status

FEMA requests additional info for flood maps

After submitting a letter of map revision (LOMR) back in February, FEMA recently responded with a request for more information – which in turn required the Kellogg City Council to approve extra work with Alta Science and Engineering to gather the additional information and get it sent over to FEMA.

Betty Mae Moore, 91

Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister, Betty Mae Moore, 91, of Harrison, Idaho, passed away July 17, 2021, at her home in Harrison. She was born June 12, 1930, in Ellendale, N.D. Betty was the daughter of Theodore and Kirstine (Soe) Derry.

Friends, Neighbors, and Owners of the Central Shoshone County Water District

I would like to take this opportunity to thank You for allowing me the honor to serve as Your Chairman of the Board for the past 16 years.

Health obstacles are not death sentences

Talking with Idaho Congressman Russ Fulcher about his recent cancer diagnosis a couple of weeks ago hit home with me. In many ways, being lucky is better than being good.

Cougar Rock Complex wildfires update for July 19

The surge of firefighting forces has really helped increase the amount of fire line around the active fire perimeters.

Jail bookings: July 15-18

Jack Joseph Magness, 32, of Spokane, Wash., 32, of Spokane, Wash. was arrested for being a fugitive from justice, use or possession of a schedule II controlled substance, possession of controlled substance paraphernalia with intent to use, providing false information to law enforcement, false personation, and grand theft.

Silver Valley air quality downgraded to Unhealthy

During this period of heightened poor air quality, the DEQ recommends avoiding strenuous outdoor activities, shortening the time of such activities, or canceling those activities all together.

Ullom found guilty on all charges

Terry Ullom was found guilty on all counts after a week-long major felony trial by the jury.

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 48: Headlines from 7/14 thru 7/16

In this episode of the North Idaho Now Podcast, Chanse Watson goes over the latest news coming out of the Coeur'd Alene/Post Falls Press, the Bonner County Daily Bee, the Bonners Ferry Herald, and the Shoshone News-Press from July 14-16.

Tiger star appears on top 10 list

The list featured athletes from all six of Idaho’s sports classifications and sitting squarely in the thick of it was the Silver Valley’s very own Trogden.

Old business, new owners

New owners Ken and Carrie Lynn are excited to be at the helm of the popular local haunt and are looking forward to restoring the restaurant to its former glory.

Legals for July, 16 2021

Character Complex fires continue to grow

Responsible for burning over 2,300 acres of combined mountainous forest land and lowering the Silver Valley's air quality to sometimes unhealthy levels, the Deceitful and Prichard fires (together making up the Character Complex) have been causing all sorts of havoc in Shoshone County since the July 7 lightning storm.

Shoshone County U of I Spring 2021 Semester graduates

A total of 1,522 degrees were distributed. In-person ceremonies were May 15-16 in Moscow; May 18 in Boise; and May 19 in Idaho Falls.

Jail bookings: July 12-14

Denise Elaine Haynes, 55, of Kingston, Idaho was arrested for violating her probation. Haynes has since been released.

Work continues on Front Street

Construction Crews are expected to work Monday through Thursday and will detour westbound traffic around the construction on Front Street. Eastbound traffic on Front Street and access to the interstate will not be affected.

ITD providing exemptions for truckers after Gov. Little's fire season emergency declaration

The Idaho Transportation Department’s Ports of Entry and Idaho State Police will waive the “hours of operation” that limit how long truckers can drive within a shift.

Air quality sits at moderate... for now

A remote air quality monitor will be set up in Kellogg to help keep a more accurate reading of the air quality and track how it changes from the new remote monitor to the permanent monitoring station at Pinehurst Elementary School.

Kellogg Police Department Roll Call: July 7-14

Assist the Hose Draggers on a small fire at the golf course driving range. Not sure if someone was smoking a cigarette or hitting some scorchers with a driver. Cleared assist.

Interagency Fire Cache issues urgent call for help

Wildfires in Idaho and the region are depleting resources and there is an urgent need for workers to refurbish firefighting equipment from recent events.

Deadline nears to nominate Idaho’s Outstanding Volunteers and Philanthropists

This event honors Idaho citizens and for outstanding contributions to their communities.

Esther Eileen Hough Davis

Esther Eileen Hough Davis passed away May 25,2021 in comfort at the Good Samaritans Nursing Home in Silverton, Idaho. Esther was born January 18, 1929 in Missoula, Montana. She moved to Pinehurst, Idaho in 1946

Carolyn E. Matthews, 87

Carolyn E. Matthews of Pinehurst, Idaho passed away on June 17, 2021. She was 87 years old. Carolyn was born on March 2, 1934 in Rockford, Illinois to Roy and Atha Slover. She moved with her family to Pinehurst in 1936 and grew up there, attending all twelve grades at Kingston.

Stolen getaway vehicle recovered

SCSO seeks info on burglaries

Protecting their investment

City of Kellogg to begin 3-year chip sealing project throughout town

Residents of the City of Kellogg will be noticing some road construction crews over the next few weeks as the city begins the process of chip sealing the many streets of Kellogg.

Body of missing Kellogg man recovered

At 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday afternoon, members of the KCSO Dive Rescue Team located Walker’s body relatively close to where the initial accident occurred on the Coeur d’Alene River, near Killarney Lake.

Silver Valley air quality downgraded to Unhealthy

This means that everyone may begin to experience health effects and members of sensitive groups may experience more serious health effects.

SCSO seeks info on vehicle, ATM burglaries

“Based on the circumstances with the stolen vehicles and two ATMs,” Lee said. “There’s been other evidence that suggests the two (incidents) are linked.”

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 47: Headlines from 7/10 thru 7/13

In this episode of the North Idaho Now Podcast, Chanse Watson and Josh McDonald go over the latest news coming out of the Coeur'd Alene/Post Falls Press, the Bonner County Daily Bee, and the Shoshone News-Press from July 10 to 13.

Teresa Ann Ivie, 53

Teresa Ann Ivie, 53, of Westport, Washington passed away on June 19, 2021 at St. Peters Providence Hospital in Olympia, WA.

Kellogg man arrested for attempted murder

Once on scene, deputies learned from witnesses that Jesse Story, 33, of Kellogg allegedly hit the injured individual in the head with a splitting maul and then fled the area in a white Ford pickup truck.

Area water districts advise customers to limit water use

Representatives with the district have asked that their customers avoid outside irrigation during the heat of the day, especially the days when the temperatures reach 90º or higher.

Cardboard Arcade shows off students' creative abilities

The Pinehurst After School Solution, or PASS Program organized the Cardboard Arcade, a project that required the students to develop an arcade-style game and then construct it out of cardboard.

Legals for July, 13 2021

Shoshone wildfires create smoky conditions

As of July 12 at 4:30 p.m., there are approximately 22 active wildfires burning within Shoshone County, with the largest being the Deceitful fire at 1100 acres burned southwest of Prichard and the Tumbledown fire at 715 acres burned 30 miles east of Avery.

Death Notice: Shawn L. Brandt, 50

Shawn L. Brandt, 50, of Kellogg, Idaho, passed away on July 7, 2021

Kellogg man missing on CDA River

Detectives with the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office are investigating the possible drowning of a missing Kellogg man.

Betty Louise Campbell

Betty was born June, 19th, 1933, in St.Joe, Idaho. Her parents were George and Elizabeth Kruger. In 1950 she met and married Ralph Campbell.

Silver Valley air quality downgraded to Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups

This means that although the general public should not be affected, those with allergies to smoke or any sort of breathing conditions may experience negative health effects.

Jail bookings: July 8-11

Jesse Arthur Story, 36, of Kellogg, Idaho was arrested for assault with intent to murder, battery with intent to commit serious bodily harm, malicious injury to property, and violating his probation.

Private land closures announced due to excessive fire danger

The public’s use of open North Idaho Timber Group roads and walk-in access to privately-owned timberlands will be suspended, effective July 15, 2021, at midnight.

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 46: Headlines from 7/7 thru 7/9

In this episode of the North Idaho Now Podcast, Chanse Watson and Madison Hardy go over the latest news coming out of the Coeur'd Alene/Post Falls Press, the Bonner County Daily Bee, the Bonners Ferry Herald, and the Shoshone News-Press from July 7-9.

Jerry Lee Sharp, 79

Beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle and friend Jerry Lee Sharp, 79, of Pinecreek, Idaho, passed away July 8, 2021 at the Kootenai Medical Center of Coeur d’ Alene, Idaho. Jerry was born August 24, 1941 in Pitcher, Oklahoma. Jerry was the son of the late Walter and Opal (Wilson) Sharp

Nielsen set to compete at 2021 CrossFit Finals

Nielsen is coming off a respectable 2020 where she finished 12th overall in the world in her age group and 8th in the United States.

Silver Hoops needs you!

The Silver Hoops 3-on-3 basketball tournament is just two weeks away and organizers are panicking a bit due to a low number of committed volunteers and food and drink vendors.

Silverton man arrested for rape

Gordon Lewis Clemens was arrested on Wednesday and was charged with a single count of rape.

Best of the Silver Valley contest is back!

All are welcome to join in on the fun when the first nomination round of voting goes live on Sunday, July 11 at 1 a.m.

Legals for July, 9 2021

Jail bookings: July 5-7

Gordon Lewis Clemens, 80, of Silverton, Idaho was arrested for rape.

Mission Flats wildfire contained

Lightning and wind responsible for numerous starts

Kellogg man succumbs to injuries following motorcycle crash

A Kellogg man who was involved in a motorcycle crash two weeks ago passed away Wednesday at Kootenai Health in Coeur d'Alene.

Kellogg Police Department Roll Call: June 30 - July 7

Dispatched to fire work complaint 300 block Maple. Anonymous RP says it was 318 Maple, homeowner was waiting on the porch said it wasn't them, but it was 310. People at 310 said it was 308 and the guy at 308 said he doesn't know who it was, but it definitely wasn't him. 318, 310, 308 were all verbally warned against aerial fireworks.

Idaho senators want no part of Bernie’s ‘deal’

When President Biden announced on the White House grounds that there was a long-awaited bipartisan “deal” on an infrastructure bill – the greatest investment since the formation of the interstate highway system – he apparently forgot to mention the fine print that was part of the bargain.

Delvin 'Moe' Ray Hammond, 66

Beloved father and grandfather, Delvin “Moe” Ray Hammond, 66, of Kellogg, Idaho, passed away July 6, 2021, at the Schneidmiller House in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. He was born May 7, 1955, in Superior, Mont. Moe was the son of Leslie and Louvain (Casey) Hammond.

Marianne Hull, 81

Beloved wife, mother and grandmother, Marianne Hull, 81, of Wallace, Idaho, passed away on July 2, 2021, at Shoshone Medical Center in Kellogg, Idaho. Marianne was born on Nov. 1, 1939, in Spokane, Wash., to Elmo and Laura Starr.

Fire danger moves to Extreme

Stage II restrictions take effect July 12

Windy weather is forecasted

Stay safe, be ready

Multiple wildfires crop up after lightning storm

Fire crews with multiple regional agencies are currently battling numerous wildfires and conducting smoke checks in the west end of Shoshone County and eastern parts of Kootenai County.

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 45: Headlines from 7/3 thru 7/6 and interview with CrossFitter Laura Nielsen

In this episode of the North Idaho Now Podcast, Chanse Watson and Madison Hardy go over the latest news coming out of the Coeur'd Alene/Post Falls Press, the Bonner County Daily Bee, and the Shoshone News-Press from July 3 to 6.

FCC Commissioner, Ziply CEO tour Galena Mine

Discuss rural broadband expansion

Miner Memorial seeks community support

In May of 2022, the memorial will host the 50th anniversary of the mine fire that claimed the lives of 91 men.

Let freedom ring and the good times roll

County has fun and mostly safe holiday weekend

Skills Fair this weekend

The 40th annual Historic Skills Fair at the Old Mission State Park is this weekend and after taking a year off in the midst of the pandemic, it promises to be a fun weekend.

Legals for July, 6 2021

KPD Roll Call: June 16-30

Dispatched to the 800 block of W. Cameron Ave. for a parking complaint. Individual parked their vehicle in the middle of the street while dining at a local restaurant. Owner was located and vehicle was removed from the roadway. No joke...someone from Tennessee literally parked their pickup/trailer right in front of the 76-gas station in the middle of the road and walked into McDonald’s. Everyone was giggling watching K77 shake his head while he searched for the owner.

Preferred fuelwood cutting area open on the Cd'A River Ranger District

The USDA Forest Service will open a “preferred” fuelwood cutting area on the Coeur d' Alene River Ranger District from July 5 - August 31, 2021, which allows for personal firewood collection in order to reduce fuel loads in areas that are otherwise gated.

Thomas “Tom” Daniel O’Neill, 82

Beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, Thomas “Tom” Daniel O’Neill, 82, of Enaville, Idaho, passed away July 1, 2021, surrounded by his family and friends, at the Schneidmiller House (Hospice House) of Coeur d’ Alene, Idaho.

Jail bookings: July 1-4

Kevin Leslie Kolar, 49, of Osburn, Idaho was arrested for illegal fireworks.

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 44: Headlines from 6/30 thru 7/2

In this episode of the North Idaho Now Podcast, Chanse Watson and Josh McDonald go over the latest news coming out of the Coeur'd Alene/Post Falls Press, the Bonner County Daily Bee, the Bonners Ferry Herald, and the Shoshone News-Press from June 30-July 2.

PPD now offering Emergency Medical Information tubes

Holdahl explains that while the EMI tubes are great for everyone to have, they are especially useful for senior citizens, those with special needs, and/or people who live alone.

Legals for July, 2 2021

When it comes to illegal fireworks – JUST DON'T

With the current heat wave as well as the excessive drought that North Idaho is currently existing in, fire danger is moving toward an all-time high.

KPD seeking info on malicious injury to property case

Dave Smith vehicles damaged

Independence Day activities roundup

Folks who enjoy festive, patriotic parades are in quite a bit of luck this coming Fourth of July weekend because there are going to be a lot of them.

If you can't stand the heat... too bad

Beating the heat has become a war of attrition as residents across the region have been forced to push their air conditioners to the absolute limits in order to combat the triple digit temperatures.

Dean Hans Petersen, 77

Dean Hans Petersen, 77 years old, was led home to the Lord on October 30, 2020 at his home in White City, Oregon, after a battle with cancer. He was born September 17, 1943 in Spokane, Washington; Dean was the son of Samuel and Hanna (Stevens) Petersen.

Human remains found at Mineral County rest stop

According to Mineral County Sheriff Mike Toth, a huckleberry picker found bones and a shoe near the Dena Mora rest area, a few hundred yards from the off-ramp on the Montana-Idaho border.

Correction

The Shoshone News-Press was provided the wrong press release...

It’s dangerous!

My husband was seconds away from a terrible accident.

Jail bookings: June 28-30

Mickael Raymond Gorremans, 69, of Osburn, Idaho was arrested for an outstanding warrant. Gorremans has since been released.

Terrance L. Kiser (TK)

July 27, 1942 - June 22, 2021 What a grand journey it was. All my friends, classmates, both high school and college, great family both mine and the ones I gained through marriage, have enriched my life beyond what any person can expect. It is difficult to thank all the people who made my life so grand. As one ages, the memory begins to fade or fail. First, my wife of about a half century tried to reign my impulsive nature, not always successful. But she enriched my life in so many ways; in our youth we traveled almost every weekend.