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Emergency crews stay busy over holiday weekend

In the past, this time of the year has been known for alcohol and/or recreational related fatalities, but the Shoshone County Sheriff's Office is happy to report that no such incidents occurred over this last weekend.

AGSC reports promising first quarter

Galena Mine to continue exploration as Recapitalization Plan progresses

Americas Gold and Silver Corporation reported consolidated financial and operational results for the quarter ended March 31, 2021.

Wallace, Mullan celebrate their athletic stars

The athletes of Mullan and Wallace Jr./Sr. High Schools were celebrated last week at their respective annual awards ceremonies.

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 34: Headlines from 5/26 thru 5/28

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 May 26 to 28.

Little White Library honors one of KSD's best

The City of Smelterville is excited to announce their newest addition to their city park – The Little White Library.

Gov. Little repeals lieutenant governor’s mask-mandate ban

Idaho governor calls executive order ‘irresponsible, self-serving’

Vicki Lynn (Schaffer) Spoor

With heavy hearts, we had to say our final goodbye to Vicki Lynn (Schaffer) Spoor as she passed away, peacefully, on May 27, 2021.

SMC Support Services is here to help

May is National Mental Health Awareness Month and Shoshone Medical Center Support Services is here to make sure that Silver Valley residents know that help is here if they need it.

Make Memorial Day Weekend safe again

As we approach the 2021 weekend, The Shoshone County Sheriff’s Office wants to build on last year's success and ensure that everyone has a fun (but also safe) holiday.

VFW, JROTC continue to work together on Memorial Day

Each year the VFW and JROTC work in conjunction with one another to put on the activities at all of the Silver Valley’s many cemeteries.

Legals for May, 28 2021

Silver Valley residents make LC State 2021 spring academic honor roll

Among the spring honorees, 481 made the President’s List and 379 made the Dean’s List.

Forest Service issues decision on the Emerald Project

The project is the culmination of more than four years of planning and public engagement around a proposal to improve forest health in the area through vegetation management, fuels reductions in the Wildland Urban Interface, and transportation improvements.

Kellogg Police Department Roll Call: May 19-26

Disturbance on the 10 block of Railroad. K79 responded to male barking at a dog (not sure if dog was barking back) and when a neighbor told the dog whisperer to stop, the dog whisperer then proceeded to start barking and yelling at said neighbor. K79 was able to quiet down both of them down and give the dog whisperer a ride home.

Senior projects back at local schools

Dozens of local senior students cleared a large hurdle on their paths to graduation recently as senior projects wrapped up at Kellogg High School.

Route of the Hiawatha opens Friday

Just in time for Memorial Day weekend, Lookout Pass Ski and Recreation Area is opening the Route of the Hiawatha scenic bike trail Friday, May 28. It will be open 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily through Sept. 19.

With Little gone, Lt. Gov. McGeachin issues executive order banning Idaho mask mandates

McGeachin announced the order on social media Thursday morning.

Jail bookings: May 24-26

Christian Edward Price, 24, of Kellogg, Idaho was arrested for use or possession of a schedule II controlled substance, driving under the influence, having an open container in the vehicle, reckless driving, and use or possession of controlled substance paraphernalia.

Pinehurst library is now open full time

The Pinehurst Library is thrilled to announce that they have returned back to their normal business hours.

Mark Anthony Jones, 61

Beloved husband, father, grandfather and son, Mark Anthony Jones, 61, of Smelterville, Idaho, passed away May 24, 2021, at Shoshone Medical Center in Kellogg. He was born Nov. 28, 1959, in Long Beach, Calif. Mark was the son of Gordon and Evelyn (McBride) Jones.

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 33: Headlines from 5/22 thru 5/25

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 May 22 to 25.

Legals for May, 25 2021

Idaho’s April unemployment rate drops to 3.1%

The total number of working Idahoans grew by 1,603 to 872,168, while the number of unemployed dropped slightly from 28,815 in March to 28,156.

One killed in UTV crash into St. Joe River

The Shoshone County Sheriff's Office reports that on May 21 at approximately 10:26 p.m., emergency crews were dispatched to the area of the Old Railroad Grade, across from the Cutthroat Resort, for a report of a vehicle (later determined to be UTV) that had left the roadway and crashed into the St. Joe River.

Elizabeth Jean McCauley, 97

Elizabeth Jean Todd McCauley died May 18, 2021, in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. The eldest child of Wineva Smith Todd and John Elbert Todd, Mrs. McCauley was born Jan. 14, 1924, in rural north Missouri.

3 North Fork campgrounds to remain closed for 2021

The North Fork of the Coeur d’Alene River has been a growing summer hot spot over the past few seasons, but this year it could be even tighter quarters for those seeking refuge on the river.

Jail bookings: May 20-23

Shaun Michael Evans, 34, was arrested for use or possession of a schedule II controlled substance, grand theft, possession of less than three ounces of marijuana.

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.

Margery 'Marge' June Lewis, 84

Beloved mother, grandmother, sister-in-law and friend, Margery “Marge” June Lewis, 84, of Kellogg, Idaho, passed away May 19, 2021, at Shoshone Medical Center in Kellogg. She was born June 26, 1936, in Kellogg. Marge was the daughter of Heinrich “Hank” and Wilhelmina “Mina” (Bliesner) Dorendorf.

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 32: Headlines from 5/19 thru 5/21

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 May 19 to 21.

THE CHAMPS ARE HERE!

“We’re the champs, how do you think we feel?”

Meet the champ champ

More often than not Stephen Paul is the best golfer in any room that he is standing in.

Big name, small town

One hundred and seventy five years ago this week, James Frederick Wardner was born on May 19, 1846 and proceeded to live anything but a dull and idle life. Jim Wardner, the namesake of Wardner, Idaho, detailed his time in the Silver Valley in his autobiography which was released in 1900.

BOCC visits site amid complaint

The Shoshone Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) conducted a walkthrough of several properties on Wednesday afternoon that were recently listed in a complaint from a local resident.

Puck drops tonight in Battle of the Badges game

COEUR d’ALENE – Bragging rights are once again

Huckleberries: Remember Fred Murphy, tugboat captain

Legendary Fred Murphy wasn’t seeking applause when he built

Legals for May, 21 2021

USFS seeks input on Honey Badger assessment

The 52,600-acre project area is located on Forest Service administered lands east of the Highway 95 corridor through Kootenai County from northeast of Coeur d'Alene, Idaho to just southeast of Bayview, Idaho.

Kellogg Police Department Roll Call: May 12-19

Harassment on 100 Block of McKinley Ave. Two adults calling each other names (not very nice names I might add) like grade school kids. Cleared as I put them in a time out till, they agreed to stop the name calling.

Jail bookings: May 17-19

Brenda Lee Hamburg, 58, of Kellogg, Idaho was arrested for driving under the influence, possession of less than three ounces of marijuana, and use or possession of drug paraphernalia. Hamburg has since been released.

Stone becomes new Silver Valley Chamber Coordinator

Becca Stone, the newest individual to hold the title of Chamber Coordinator, began her new role on May 5 and has strong familial ties to the area.

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 31: Headlines from 5/15 thru 5/18

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 May 15 to 18.

Help wanted

Silver Valley businesses deals with lack of labor force

ITD targets local bridges for repair work

Wallace retaining wall also slated for completion

Legals for May, 18 2021

The march for Jesus

All believers in Jesus Christ are invited to come to this March for Jesus to celebrate who He is and to proclaim what Jesus has done.

Jail bookings: May 13-16

Sean Evan Hunt, 46, of Spokane, Wash. was arrested for petit theft.

Signs point to Little-McGeachin showdown

Idaho primary elections are just a year away, and although a few statewide races are shaping up, not much has been said about the top of the ticket.

Water, library board positions on Tuesday ballot

Participating precincts will open up to voters the morning of May 18 and depending on their place of residence, voters could see 1-3 separate races on their ballot.

Legals for May, 14 2021

Wildcat boys ride district championship into state match

Kellogg girls finish second to qualify for state, Wallace send individual

The Kellogg High School Golf Program is the gold standard for the Silver Valley as it pertains to high school athletics and 2021 is no different than previous years.

Diverse array of cases heard during Law Day

The Shoshone County Courthouse played host to Law Day last Wednesday, where District Judge Scott Wayman had various criminal cases presented before him.

Cataldo Water District Board of Directors candidate: Derek Jarvey

Derek Michael Jarvey, 34, is running for one of two open Cataldo Water District Board of Directors positions and, if elected, his top priority will be providing the best care quality of water and also help keep costs down.

Kellogg Police Department Roll Call: May 5-12

A couple parked and dented a vehicle next to them when exiting their rig. The couple in the other vehicle did not like this much and an argument ensued. Well, it was verbal until someone got called a crack head and the fight was on.

Central Shoshone Water District Board of Directors candidate: Andy Helkey

Andy Helkey, 44, is hoping to remain as one of the directors on the Central Shoshone Water District Board. If elected, he is looking forward to continuing to work with the water district staff and board to improve the district’s facilities, strengthen its financial position, and ensure they can continue to provide water district patrons quality water at an affordable price.

Weightlifters show out at Special Olympics

It was a pretty spectacular showing for the Silver Valley Superstars at the Special Olympics’ recent Northern Summer Regional Games.

Central Shoshone Water District Board of Directors candidate: Rod Plank

Rod Plank, 68, is running for one of three open Central Shoshone Water District Board of Director positions and hopes to "promote fiscal responsibility, control operational costs, contribute to sound management of the district, and ensure that employees are provided with a safe, positive, productive work environment with appropriate compensation and benefits," if elected.

Central Shoshone Water District Board of Directors candidate: Robert Hickey

Robert Hickey, 57, is running for one of three open Central Shoshone Water District Board of Directors positions and, if elected, plans to make sure that customer monies are spent right and needed maintenance is done.

Dorothy Rosella Welling, 95

Beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, aunt and friend, Dorothy Rosella Welling, 95, of Mullan, Idaho, passed away May 11, 2021, at home with her family by her side. Dorothy was born on Dec. 2, 1925, in Kimball, S.D., a daughter of the late Eske and Elsie (Miller) Masher.

Jail bookings: May 10-12

Chase Edward Stevenson, 22, of Wallace, Idaho was arrested for delivery of a controlled substance, possession of less than three ounces of marijuana, and use or possession of drug paraphernalia.

Hans Reifer, 89

Beloved father, brother, friend and Silver Valley community member, Hans Reifer passed of natural causes at the age of 89 on May 4, 2021, in Pinehurst, Idaho.

Kristine Anne (Lagerquist) Lefebvre, 49

Kristine Anne (Lagerquist) Lefebvre, 49 years of age, passed away Thursday, May 6, 2021, at Hospice of North Idaho. Kristie was born July 30, 1971, in Kellogg, Idaho, to Paul and Darlene Lagerquist, she was the oldest of two daughters.

Legals for May, 13 2021

Jimmy Leroy Hansen, 75

Jimmy Leroy Hansen, 75, of Osburn, Idaho, passed away peacefully May 10, 2021, in Spokane, Wash. Jimmy was born in Missoula, Mont., to Forrest and Agnes (Bramson) Hansen on Aug. 5, 1945.

Paul Young, 90

Paul Young passed away at his home in Boise, Idaho, on May 7, 2021. He was born Christmas Day 1930 on a farm outside Broken Bow, Neb.

Bertha Nancy Davis, 89

Bertha Nancy Davis, 89, lifelong resident of Mullan, Idaho, passed away May 8, 2021, at Good Samaritan Society — Silver Wood Village in Silverton, Idaho. Bertha was born on Sept. 4, 1931, in Mullan, the daughter of the late Fred Krause and Ella Bretches Krause.

'It’s time to get back to work'

Gov. Little ends Idaho’s participation in all federal pandemic unemployment compensation programs

Idaho moves to Stage 4 in Idaho Rebounds Plan

FDA has now authorized vaccine for those 12 to 15 years of age and CDC recommendations are expected later this week.

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 29: Headlines from 5/8 thru 5/11

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 May 8 to 11.

Morbeck Foundation awards $165K

The Frank A. Morbeck Community Foundation has announced that they will be awarding $165,000 in grants and scholarships for the 2021 calendar year.

Shoshone Cancer Resource Center reopens office

As of last Monday though, the doors at their 204 Oregon Street office in Kellogg are back open and the dedicated volunteers of the group are committed now more than ever to helping those in Shoshone County that are fighting cancer.

The Dayrock goes Underground

Set to reopen Thursday

The fate of the big blue lake

Second study session ends with focus on Lake Cd'A health

Study committee reflects on presentation data

FDA OKs Pfizer vaccine for 12 and up

N. Idaho positive cases trending in wrong direction

Local officials are waiting for word from state officials before administering COVID-19 vaccine doses to children.

Legals for May, 11 2021

Moon Pass opens early

Public Works Administrative Assistant Jessica Stutzke states that the barriers to the pass were actually taken down last Thursday, but their office is now making the official announcement Monday.

Fire safety burn permits now required

Idaho law (38-115) requires any person in Idaho who plans to burn anything during closed fire season to obtain a fire safety burn permit.

Death notice: Eleanora E. McKim

McKIM, Eleanora E., 102, died May 7, 2021, in Mesa, Ariz. Born June 26, 1918.

Jail bookings: May 6-9

Maria Elena McBrien, 48, of Silverton, Idaho was arrested for injury to a child/children, use or possession of a schedule II controlled substance, and possession of controlled substance paraphernalia with intent to use.

Storm Football kicks off registration

The Kellogg Storm Junior Tackle Football Program registration opens next week for any football players from Rose Lake to Mullan.

Two sides of teacher ‘appreciation’

As the nation celebrated “Teacher Appreciation Week” earlier this month, Gov. Brad Little offered some encouraging words in expressing his gratitude for the fine work that Idaho teachers do.

Kindergartners! Round Up!

Parents of little ones should mark their calendars as both Silver Hills Elementary School and Pinehurst Elementary School have set the dates for their kindergarten roundups.

Silver Valley Sports Recap: May 3-9

Teams ramp up their competition as district competition begins this week.

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 28: Headlines from 5/5 thru 5/7

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 May 5 to 7.

KSD welcomes Lance Pearson (again)

Pearson is coming to Kellogg by way of Victor Public Schools in Victor, Montana, where he held the same position for several years.

Airport advisory group meets with BOCC

The Shoshone Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) met with Silver Valley Economic Development Corporation Executive Director Colleen Rosson to discuss the newly formed Shoshone County Airport Advisory Group.

Almquist takes the reins at MHS

The Mullan School District is excited to announce that Jacki Almquist will be accepting the position of principal of Mullan Jr./Sr. High School.

Don't forget about Screening Saturday

The event is a special promotion by the hospital that allows uninsured women to get $50 mammograms in an effort to rectify one of Shoshone County’s statistical struggles.

Legals for May, 7 2021

Free vaccination clinics in Wallace

The first of these clinics will be held on Tuesday, May 18 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. and on Friday, May 21 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., utilizing the Janssen (Johnson & Johnson) single shot vaccine.

Correction

The Shoshone News-Press accepts Letters to the Editor, which are not to be interpreted as the views of the News-Press.

Maintaining Wallace’s identity

Wallace, nestled at the base of beautiful towering mountains, the students of Wallace High School, and the town’s residents and business people, as well as visitors, gazed with admiration and awe at the beauty that enveloped them‐ and enriched their lives through all the beautiful changing seasons.

Kenneth 'Spike' Elwood, 69

Kenneth “Spike” Elwood passed away April 19, 2021, in Cabin City, Mont., at the age of 69. Spike was born on March 4, 1952, in Wallace, Idaho, to Kenneth “Buck” and Delline Elwood of Mullan, Idaho.

Wolves in shepherd's clothing

The modern American Leftist is a far cry from being a classic liberal.

Jail bookings: May 3-5

Brenda Lee McDaniel, 54, of Kellogg, Idaho was arrested for violating her probation.

Forest Service issues decision on the Homestead Project

The project is the culmination of more than two years of planning and public engagement around a proposal to improve forest and watershed conditions in the area through vegetation management, fuels reductions, prescribed fire and transportation improvements.

Leontina 'Tina' Christina Knoll, 90

Beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt and friend, Leontina "Tina" Christina Knoll, 90, of Kingston, Idaho, passed away April 30, 2021, at the Mountain Valley of Cascadia nursing home in Kellogg, Idaho. She was born July 4, 1930, on a small farm near Ryder, N.D. Tina was the last of 11 children born to John and Christina (Mettler) Schrempf.

Legals for May, 6 2021

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 27: Headlines from 5/1 thru 5/4, these are

In this episode of the North Idaho Now Podcast, Chanse Watson and Josh McDonald use the force to 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 May 1 to 4.

Never forgotten

A sense of somber washed over the crowd on Sunday morning as Christopher Bishop prayed over the proceedings at the Sunshine Miners Memorial.

Kellogg celebrates Arbor Day

This is Kellogg’s 23rd year with a Tree City, USA, designation.

Dates set for Miner Football Camp

The football coaches from Wallace Jr./Sr. High School are excited to announce their youth football camp later this month.

Two becomes one

New Carousel Gas & Tire holds grand opening

Depot Day embraces online contest

One last time...

Legals for May, 4 2021

Nancy Carole Gribble, 72

Beloved mother, grandmother and sister, Nancy Carole Gribble, 72, of Mullan, Idaho, passed away May 1, 2021, at her home in Mullan. She was born Oct. 17, 1948, in Iroquois, S.D. Nancy was the daughter of Bernelle and Shirley (Melstad) Brown.

Rock solid experience

Geology Students Learn Hands-On from Hecla Mining Company Professionals

Jail bookings: April 29-May 2

Mildred Anna McKinstry, 59, of Wallace, Idaho was arrested for driving under the influence, and three counts of injury to a child/children in a vehicle.

Liberalism today

Segregation by wealth, color of skin, religion, politics, so called entitled and victim. High taxes, the old Robin Hood syndrome, inflation and wars.

William Ambler St. Marks, 68

William Ambler St. Marks passed away from unknown causes on April 8th, 2021 at home in Pinehurst, Idaho. He was born February 16th, 1953 at the Columbus Hospital in Great Falls, Montana to Orville Rapheal St. Marks and Violet R. Clowes both of Great Falls, Montana.

Dennis Alvin Sager, 91

Dennis Alvin Sager, 91, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and great-great grandfather of DeSmet, ID and formerly of Cataldo, ID, passed away on Saturday, May 1, 2021. Dennis was born on August 12, 1929 in Gordon, Nebraska, a son of the late Freeman Sager and Jessie Harris Sager.

Shirley Beggs Hodgdon Cole, 82

Shirley Beggs Hodgdon Cole went to be with Jesus on Wednesday, April 22, 2020, at her home at Evergreen Fountains in Spokane Valley, Wash. She was born in Walker, Minn., on April 26, 1937, to Henry Oliver Beggs and Hilda Paxson Beggs.

Silver Valley Sports Recap: April 26 - May 2

Busy week as area teams