Tuesday, March 30
North Idaho Now podcast Episode 17: Headlines from 3/27 thru 3/30
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 March 27 to 30.
AARP still accepting local Tax-Aide appointments
With the COVID-19 pandemic, local coordinator Jim Thomas and the Tax-Aide service weren't able to get things going as quick as they normally would.
Silver Valley Sports Recap: March 22-28
Kellogg golf picks up where they left off.
Here comes the A-Team!
SVEDC Executive Director Colleen Rosson recently announced the creation of the Shoshone County Broadband Action Team with the goal of advancing all things involving broadband.
Legals for March, 30 2021
Monday, March 29
Idaho tax filing deadline to be extended to May 17
The deadline to file Idaho state income taxes will be extended to May 17 to conform with temporary changes to the federal tax filing deadline.
No to a park on the Wallace South Hill
The City of Wallace could use more parks, but it needs more parks on the flatland of the valley floor where they are more easily accessible by the elderly population.
Kudos
Thank you to the following local businesses for supporting the Pinehurst Elementary Staff.
Idaho’s February unemployment rate down to 3.3%
Idaho’s seasonally adjusted labor force remained virtually unchanged in February at 899,796, down from 900,205 in January.
Department of Finance files suit against Metals.com, Tower Equity, Chase Metals, Barrick Capital, and other associated parties
Defrauded clients should direct questions about the claims process to the Receiver.
Tell Reps 'No' on S 1110
The Idaho House of Representatives will soon vote on Senate Bill 1110 which, if adopted, will make it virtually impossible for citizens to exercise their constitutional right to propose a law change for consideration by fellow voters.
McGeachin, lawmakers march to the right
This year may not be a banner year for Gov. Brad Little or the Idaho Legislature, which is approaching the tail end of an 18-day COVID recess.
Jail bookings: March 25-28
Brandon James Beck, 27, of Smelterville, Idaho was arrested for failing to appear. Beck has since been released.
Outdoor recreation and the Wallace South Hill
A letter from Wallace Mayor Lynn Mogensen
Voice of Democracy finalist represents Silver Valley well
Kellogg senior Aaron Lehto places fourth in VFW essay contest.
PES students go full frontier for a day
The annual Mountain Man Rendezvous at Pinehurst Elementary School was last week as the students got to participate in a fun filled day prior to school letting out for spring break.
Yvonne Carol Perkins, 85
Yvonne Carol Perkins, 85, of Kellogg, Idaho, passed away March 23, 2021, at the Schneidmiller Hospice House in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. She was born Jan. 29, 1936, in Ironton, Ohio. Yvonne was the daughter of John and Gladys (Webb) Travis.
Friday, March 26
North Idaho Now podcast Episode 16: Headlines from 3/24 thru 3/26
In this episode of the North Idaho Now Podcast, Josh McDonald 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 March 24 to 26.
Jim and Dee Miller celebrate 50th wedding anniversary
James L. Miller, Jr. and Delene Mae VanVleet were united in marriage at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church in Wallace, Idaho on March 27, 1971.
Legals for March, 26 2021
Thursday, March 25
Jail Bookings: March 22-24
Your right to be informed.
KSD celebrates community with Brawl for All
Due to the holiday spike of positive cases of Covid-19, the district was unable to hold their annual Brawl for the Ball spirit week with St. Maries High School, and with much of the regular competition surrounding acts of community and charity it was important that the show still went on.
Galena Mine reports strong 4th quarter
In a recent release from the company it was announced that the mine saw significant increases in production in their year-over-year production in the fourth quarter of 2020.
BOCC denies P&Z appeal
The appeal was heard last week at the Shoshone County Courthouse when resident Dawn Wiksten attempted to appeal P&Z’s decision to grant a conditional use permit (CUP) to Erica Kerr for an RV park that was opened up last year on a piece of property just south of the Snake Pit, near the confluence of the North and South Forks of the Coeur d’Alene River.
Patrick Michael Reagan, 73
Patrick Michael Reagan, 73, was reunited with the love of his life, wife Judy, on Saturday, March 20, 2021. He passed quietly in the comfort of his Coeur d’Alene home. Patrick was born Nov. 13, 1947, in Kellogg, Idaho.
Wednesday, March 24
Scenic beauty and hillside development
While this letter mainly concerns the City of Wallace, it has ramifications for the entire Silver Valley and County.
All Idahoans over age 16 can access COVID-19 vaccine starting April 5
Starting April 5, there will be no prioritization of any group of people. All Idahoans over the age of 16, regardless of their age, medical condition, or occupation, will be able to receive the COVID-19 vaccine.
Tuesday, March 23
North Idaho Now podcast Episode 15: Headlines from 3/20 thru 3/23
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 March 17 to 19.
IPNF to implement Shoshone County 2021 projects
Funding provided through the Great American Outdoors Act
The face of Idaho's outdoors
Longtime Cd'A Press columnist, IDFG employee Jack McNeel dies
The face of Idaho's outdoors
Legals for March, 23 2021
Monday, March 22
Cat Wranglers need your support
The 501c3 organization has been dedicated to their cause of improving the lives of cats throughout the Silver Valley by putting an emphasis on education and outreach for local residents.
Lake Pend Oreille State of the Lake presentation now available to view
Watch the video presentation at your convenience prior to the live event
Kudos to Mr. Carlile
Kudos to Mr. Carlile, excellent letters filled with facts and knowledge, so refreshing to read!
The Idaho Legislature
For the past several weeks I have felt...
WSD Spring Break notice
Classes will resume as usual on Monday, April 5, 2021.
Jail bookings: March 18-21
Patricia Ann Talley, 50, of Kellogg, Idaho was arrested for use or possession of drug paraphernalia and possession of less than three ounces of marijuana. Talley has since been released.
Taking one for the team
Pinehurst Elementary School fundraiser leads to staff getting pies shoved in their faces.
Silver Valley Sports Recap: March 15-21
KHS Track competes at Lewiston, Silver Valley gymnasts wrap up season on a high note.
Wilbur 'Buzz' Charles Bruhn, 88
Beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, great-great-grandfather and brother, Wilbur “Buzz” Charles Bruhn, 88, of Osburn, Idaho, passed away March 18, 2021, at Shoshone Medical Center in Kellogg. He was born Dec. 26, 1932, in Hill City, Minn.
Friday, March 19
North Idaho Now podcast Episode 14: Headlines from 3/17 thru 3/19
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 March 17 to 19.
Legals for March, 19 2021
Thursday, March 18
Controlled burn goes a little off course
Large plums of white and black smoke could be seen rising from the Page Wastewater Treatment Plant earlier this week after an apparent controlled burn veered in a direction it shouldn't have.
Silver Valley man arrested for meth possession while mulling plea offer
Jamie Rowe will have his day in court and then another day in court after being arrested on Wednesday evening.
The illusion of freedom
Many people have openly made the argument that the United States is a “free country” and it is widely accepted that we take those freedoms for granted every day, but how free are we, really?
Kellogg Police Department Roll Call: March 10-17
Agency assist approximately MP 54 a truck was losing potatoes traveling west bound. Of course the red beard (K75) gets sent to potatoes this close to St. Patrick's day.
Jail bookings: March 15-17
Jamie Drew Rowe, 31, of Pinehurst, Idaho was arrested for use or possession of a schedule II controlled substance and destruction of evidence.
BOCC hears P&Z RV park appeal
The Shoshone Board of County Commissioners (BOCC), heard an appeal from Dawn Wiksten concerning a 2020 decision from the County’s Planning and Zoning Commission.
WSD relaxes mask rules at SHES
In a district-wide media release, WHS Superintendent Todd Howard discussed how the group examined current data, including declining numbers of positive cases, and made a change concerning how Silver Hills Elementary School would handle masks and face coverings going forward.
Jerald 'Jerry' P. Avery, 82
Jerald “Jerry” P. Avery, 82, of Pinehurst, Idaho, passed away March 12, 2021, at his home. Jerry was born on May 3, 1938, in Kellogg, Idaho, a son of the late Joseph and Dorothy Stallcup Avery.
Lois Evelyn Bachmeier, 90
Lois Evelyn Bachmeier, 90, of Smelterville, Idaho, passed away March 16, 2021, at Shoshone Medical Center in Kellogg, Idaho. Lois was born on June 6, 1930, in Dudley, Idaho, a daughter of the late Albert and Olive Luella Beamis.
Sheila Minette Jenkins, 61
Beloved wife, sister, aunt and friend, Sheila Minette Jenkins, 61, of Osburn, Idaho, passed away March 13, 2021, at her home in Osburn. She was born on Aug. 19, 1959, in Covington, La. Sheila was the daughter of Huey and Betty (Cox) Jenkins.
Young Miners up to the challenge
WHS’s 10 Book Challenge is fairly simple in nature, but school librarian Katie Bauer is hoping that it encourages kids to electively read throughout the school year.
Tuesday, March 16
North Idaho Now podcast Episode 13: Headlines from 3/13 thru 3/16
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 March 13 to 16.
Close call with a big cat
"It was a crazy moment. I thought, 'holy shit, this is really happening."
County, Silver Mountain agree on property values
The lengthy legal battle between Silver Mountain Resort and Shoshone County/the City of Kellogg has finally wrapped-up (for the most part) regarding the value of the resort.
Legals for March, 16 2021
Monday, March 15
Idaho’s January unemployment rate down to 3.4%
Idaho’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was 3.4% in January, down slightly from a revised 3.8% rate for December, and well below April 2020’s revised historic high of 11.6%.
COVID-19 vaccine now available to people 55 and older
Residents 55 years and older with a qualifying medical condition (Subgroup 3.1) are eligible to get their COVID-19 vaccine now.
Jail bookings: March 11-14
Bryant Howell, 36, of Rainier, Wash. was arrested for violating a no contact order and driving without privileges.
Simpson’s breaching plan falls flat with GOP
Congressman Mike Simpson has a generous amount of support for his idea to breach the four Lower Snake River dams in the quest to save salmon, but not from Idaho Republicans – the crowd that he is trying to convince.
Michael Wayne Sable, 68
Michael Wayne Sable, 68, passed away at Kootenai Health on March 9, 2021. He had been dealing with health issues for quite some time. Michael was born May 2, 1952, in Newcastle, Wyo.
Kevin Edward McMahon, 59
Kevin Edward McMahon, 59, of Athol, Idaho; March 15, 1961 - Feb. 8, 2021
Friday, March 12
North Idaho Now podcast Episode 12: Headlines from 3/10 thru 3/12
In this episode of the North Idaho Now Podcast, Chanse Watson and Rachel Sun 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 March 10 to 12.
North Idaho tourism leads the state
Idaho Department of Commerce reports on travel industry after pandemic
Rambo found not guilty of attempted murder
A jury has found accused Fourth of July shooter Tyler Rambo not guilty of second degree attempted murder.
COVID-19: One year later
Looking back now, PHD Public Information Officer Katherine Hoyer believes that nothing is perfect and that there is always room for improvement, but overall, she is incredibly proud of the work PHD has done in the last year.
No clear solution
Hillside land usage discussed at Wallace Council meeting
Legals for March, 12 2021
Thursday, March 11
Man hospitalized after cougar attack
The caller stated that the victim sustained his injuries while hunting a cougar and was attacked by it.
It was a spudtastrophe!
OPD Lt. Jason Woody explained that the truck carrying the brown vegetables had a malfunction with its dump latch and started intermittently dropping potatoes on the road around Milepost 60
Death notice: Michael Wayne Sable, 68
Michael Wayne Sable, 68, of Mullan, Idaho, passed away March 9, 2021 at Kootenai Health of Coeur d’ Alene, Idaho.
Charles Kinsey, 71
Chuck Kinsey, 71, passed away at home on March 1, 2021, after fighting battles with cancer, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and other illnesses related to exposure to Agent Orange. He had an explosive laugh and a wonderful smile. He will be missed very much by his family and friends.
All five PHD counties move to Yellow COVID Risk Category
Kootenai, Bonner, Boundary, Benewah, and Shoshone counties all moved into the yellow category on Thursday, March 11.
Now that's a nice sign
Board members of the Silver Valley Chamber of Commerce gathered with Dave Smith Motors Dealer Principal Troy Hojem and Marketing Dept. Representative Bridget Hojem...
Kellogg Police Department Roll Call: March 3-10
Traffic stop 3000 McKinley Ave. for passing on solid line. Infraction citation issued. PS... It's one thing to pass someone on a double yellow line. It's another thing to do it in front of the Police Station.
Jail bookings: March 8-10
Richard Thomas Beck Jr, 38, of Kellogg, Idaho was arrested for failing to appear. Beck Jr. has since been released.
John William Venuti 'Papa John,' 77
John William Venuti, “Papa John”, 77, passed away peacefully at Kootenai Health in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, on March 8, 2021, with his wife, Darlene and two daughters, Meg and Katie by his side.
Eugene F. Alderman, 94
Eugene Franklin Alderman, 94, went to be with the Lord on March 6, 2021, in Kellogg, Idaho. He was born July 29, 1926, in Adrian, W.Va. He was one of eight children born to James and Effie Alderman. He served in the Navy during World War II. He married Norma Mason-Alderman in 1948.
Wednesday, March 10
Douglas Albert Jutila, 76
Douglas Albert Jutila passed away peacefully March 8, 2021, in Kellogg, Idaho, at the age of 76. Doug was born on July 1, 1944, in Wallace, Idaho, to Waino and Ellen Jutila of Mullan, Idaho.
Maxine E. Karst, 91
Maxine E. Karst of Pinehurst, Idaho, died Feb. 21, 2021, after a full and loving life at the age of 91. Maxine was born in Pierre, S.D., on June 20, 1929, and in 1951 she and her husband, Ernest, moved to the Silver Valley in Idaho.
Tuesday, March 9
Jack Raymond Werst, 85
With heavy hearts, the family of Jack Raymond Werst bid their final farewell to their beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He passed away on Sunday, March 7, 2021, in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. He was 85 years old.
Kenneth George Lilyblad, 67
Kenneth George Lilyblad, 67, passed away Feb. 26, 2021, at his home in Absarokee, Mont. He was born Jan. 13, 1954, in Wardner, Idaho, to Rupert (Bob) and Beatrice (Bea) Lilyblad. Ken grew up on the West Fork of Pine Creek, Idaho, with his parents and younger sister, Sharon.
North Idaho Now podcast Episode 11: Headlines from 3/6 thru 3/9
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 March 6 to 9.
Legals for March, 9 2021
Monday, March 8
Let's make a deal?
City, owners meet to discuss Wallace hillside proposal
KHS Cheer Squad brings home regional hardware
The Kellogg High School Cheerleading Team took third place at the recent Timberlake Tiger Tournament at Timberlake High School.
Convicted killer Joseph Duncan has terminal brain cancer
SPOKANE, Wash. (AP) — Convicted child killer Joseph Duncan has terminal brain cancer and will likely die before his federal death sentence
Shoshone County U of I Winter 2020 Semester graduates
A total of 568 degrees were distributed. The virtual Winter Commencement Ceremony was on Dec. 12, 2020.
Jail bookings: March 4-7
Ryan Tayler Steinborn, 32, of Wallace, Idaho was arrested for use or possession of a schedule II controlled substance and use or possession of drug paraphernalia.
Edith Lillian White, 90
Edith Lillian White, 90, of Osburn, Idaho, passed away March 3, 2021, at Mountain Valley of Cascadia in Kellogg, Idaho. She was born Oct. 9, 1930, in Emida, Idaho. Edith was the daughter of Lawyer and Sadie (Brayton) Asbury.
Eugene 'Geno' Joseph Exner, 81
Beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and friend, Eugene “Geno” Joseph Exner, 81, of Cataldo, Idaho, passed away March 2, 2021, at his home in Cataldo. He was born March 24, 1939, in Edgeley, N.D. Geno was the son of Bernard and Rose (Schlosser) Exner.
Justice Jones ditches robe, finds keyboard
Jim Jones was such a quiet fellow — at least during his 12 years on the Idaho Supreme Court and two years as the chief justice.
Wardner to begin annual dog registration
After the City of Wardner terminated their contract with the Kellogg Police Department in October of 2019, they contracted with the Shoshone County Sheriff’s Department for their primary patrol and law enforcement needs. One of those particular enforcement orders is surrounding the registration and licensing of the small community’s dog population.
Friday, March 5
North Idaho Now podcast Episode 10: Headlines from 3/3 thru 3/5
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 March 3 to 5.
Osburn wildlife crossing gains support
The Osburn Interstate-90 overpass that cannot be reached by vehicle from either side has seemingly been hidden in plain sight for over 50 years.
Legals for March, 5 2021
Thursday, March 4
Some Undefined Terms
I was recently doing some reading about the impacts of certain government policies that were enacted in response to the Coronavirus.
Silver Valley scholars make NIC Fall 2020 Semester Dean’s List
Students eligible for the NIC Dean’s List must be enrolled in a minimum of 12 credits and obtain a grade point average of 3.75 or above.
Jail bookings: Mar. 1-3
Timothy Nye Bianchi, 60, of Cataldo, Idaho was arrested violating his probation (felony).
Labor Department advises Idahoans to watch for identity theft
Many individuals have had their personal information compromised, hacked or breached by fraudsters in a large-scale nationwide scam involving phony unemployment benefits claims.
Kellogg Police Department Roll Call: Feb. 24 - March 3
Noise complaint 200 block W. Mullan, Car alarm going nuts. Clear, owner disconnected the battery since the car is becoming self-aware.
Emerald Creek Garnet Area to reopen under permit system
The Garnet Area typically receives large groups of visitors (over 5,000 in a single season from Memorial Day to Labor Day), resulting in eager crowds looking for the state gem, especially in the digging and sluicing areas.
Death notice: Eileen Marie Robinson, 72
Eileen Marie Robinson, 72, of Pinehurst, ID, passed away on Tuesday, March 2, 2021
Ronald James Sink, 53
Ronald “Ron” James Sink, 53, of Osburn, Idaho, passed away while doing what he loved the most snowmobiling in the mountains on Saturday, Feb. 27, 2021, in Wallace, Idaho. Ron was born on Nov. 24, 1967, in Puyallup, Wash., a son of the late George and Eilleen (Ortiz) Sink.
Hecla's Buy Local a huge hit
Hecla’s Buy Local Program was launched in October and began with the mining company donating $50,000 in vouchers for its Lucky Friday employees as well as other local charities, to spend at participating businesses in the area.
SMC receives audiobook donation
In the midst of the ongoing pandemic, hospitals – which are already intimidating in nature – are even more isolated due to concerns over the ease of spreading the Covid-19 virus, which led three local librarians to come up with an idea to help lonely patients pass their time.
Tuesday, March 2
North Idaho Now podcast Episode 9: Headlines for 2/27 thru 3/2
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, and the Shoshone News-Press from Feb. 27 to March 3.
Ain't that a kick in the head
Silver Valley Muay Thai Kickboxing welcomes all
Legals for March, 2 2021
Monday, March 1
After a short wait, the Tall Pine is open once more
On the morning of January 13, the 133-year old eponymous tree associated with the landmark came crashing down on top of the adjoining restaurant and for a quick minute it felt like that would be the end of one of the Silver Valley’s classic burger joints.
AARP opens up Tax-Aide site in Kellogg
Tax-Aide helps people of all ages with low to moderate income for free.
Tickets! Get your tickets!
SMC Foundation selling raffle tickets as part of special community fundraiser
Over the last few months Foundation Director Ashlee Myles has been buying up gift cards from local businesses and over the next five Fridays those gift cards will be raffled off.
Jail bookings: Feb. 25-28
Robbert Joseph Nye Bianchi, 38, of Pinehurst, Idaho was arrested for use or possession of a schedule II controlled substance and possession of controlled substance paraphernalia with intent to use. Bianchi has since been released.
Crapo backs COVID relief, not pork
daho Sen. Mike Crapo hopes that at least a couple of Democrats will want to take a second look at the $1.9 trillion COVID relief package that is heading to the Senate.
