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PLANT NOTES: Delicate Harebell blooms add delightful garden color

The Haida Indians of the Pacific Northwest believed that picking the “blue rain flowers” (Campanula rotundifolia) would bring rain.

Jail bookings Mar. 28 - 30

Adam Henry, 27, of Wallace, was arrested and booked on charges of crimes against nature, sexual abuse and lewd conduct with a child under 16, rape, and injury to a child.

Jail survey approved

“This is a subset of the deficiency report that we had made about three years ago,” said Commissioner Mike Fitzgerald.

Mary Ann Decker, 75

Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend, Mary Ann Decker, 75, of Prichard, Idaho, passed away March 28, 2022 at her home of Prichard.

Ideal Option data shows effectiveness of specialized treatment for fentanyl, meth use

Using lab data from Idaho State patients, the report provides indisputable support for the effectiveness of addiction treatment that combines specialist providers, medication, and regular lab testing.

BOCC hears Pine Creek Road arguments

One of Shoshone County’s most controversial topics finally made its way in front of the Board of County Commissioners on Tuesday afternoon, where a petition for validation was heard concerning West Fork Pine Creek Road.

'Insufficient evidence' kills Wallace road validation

The Shoshone Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) denied a petition on Tuesday morning that would’ve validated a portion of Weyer Gulch Road in Wallace.

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 119: Headlines from 3/26 thru 3/29

In this episode of the North Idaho Now Podcast, Chanse Watson and Molly Roberts take you through the latest news coming out of the Coeur'd Alene/Post Falls Press, the Bonner County Daily Bee, and the Shoshone News-Press from Mar. 26-29.

Henry William Frank, 79

Henry William Frank, 79, of Kellogg, ID, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away on March 21, 2022.

Kim Kirsch, 66

Kim Kirsch passed away on Wednesday, March 23, 2022. She was born July 21, 1955. The ugliness of pulmonary fibrosis took her at the age of 66.

Legals for March, 29 2022

SCSO conducts Drug Suppression Emphasis

Nearly 200 fentanyl pills seized

Kellogg High School reaches Mid-Mod March Madness championship

Voting ends April 3

KSAC to host first Spring Craft Fair

Shake off those winter blues and jump into spring; the Kellogg Senior Activity Center (KSAC) will be hosting its first annual Spring Craft Fair.

Wallace Jr./Sr. High School Students 'Stand for Ukraine'

Students at Wallace Jr./Sr. High School (WJSHS) are making a difference for those in Ukraine suffering from the Russian-Ukraine war.

BOCC denies land vacation

The Shoshone Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) denied a petition last Thursday to vacate a portion of land near Potlatch Road, in the Herrick area of south Shoshone County.

Waste sites considered for future EPA projects

Public input is being sought to help make a decision that could affect how the EPA continues their work in the Lower Coeur d’Alene Basin. According to a recent release, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is nearing a decision on the location of a new waste consolidation area (WCA) and has it down to two potential locations.

Jail Bookings: Mar. 25-27

Shawnee Cato, 41, of Pinehurst, was arrested and booked on a charge of felony probation violation.

McGeachin wasn’t a ‘team player’ for long

As difficult as this is to believe, given Lt. Gov. Janice McGeachin’s drama-filled term in office, there was a brief moment when she served a viable function in Gov. Brad Little’s administration.

Finalists announced for annual North Idaho Hall of Fame awards

SV Teams, coaches, and individuals headline impressive field of nominees

Hailey Cheney, Luke Trogden, and Kellogg High School boys gold each nab multiple nominations.

'The Suffragist' vandalized

Many angered, reward offered; city quickly cleans up statue

Rewards offered for info on statue vandalism

City floats dock plan

But committee wants more public input proposal for businesses to operate on Spokane River

The parks and recreation committee approved a motion to recommend to General Services to approve issuance of a “Request for Proposals” to solicit interested businesses to construct and maintain two docks and operate the businesses that would provide water-based recreation for the public near Harbor Center and to authorize City staff to select the most qualified bidder through a review team.

CDA Suffragette statue defaced

The suffragette statue near the parking area of McEuen Park was vandalized in the early hours of Friday morning.

NIC: $2.8M remodel awaiting gov's OK

Renovations for Hedlund building to include community gathering space

Remodel for Hedlund building to include community gathering space

George Edward Watson Jr., 64

George Edward Watson, Jr., 64, of Kingston, ID, a true Idaho outdoorsman, passed away on March 23, 2022, at Shoshone Medical Center in Kellogg.

Ruth Marie Brooks, 93

Ruth Marie Brooks went home to her Lord and Savior on March 9, 2022. Mom’s faith was strong and now she is at Peace and in a much better place. She passed at Hospice in Coeur d’ Alene, Idaho.

Legals for March, 25 2022

Copelan retires from Wallace Chamber

The Wallace Chamber is looking to fill some massive shoes, as Chamber Coordinator Dave Copelan has accepted another position and will be leaving on March 31.

County, cities receive ARPA funds

ARPA was signed into law just over a year ago in March of 2021, and provided $350 billion in additional funding for state and local governments to combat the various financial consequences of the COVID-19 Pandemic.

Registration open for IDFG kids camps

The Idaho Department of Fish and Game’s (IDFG) Panhandle Region office recently announced their upcoming ‘Learn to Hunt and Fish’ day camps and registration is open.

IT'S GARDENING TIME!

Patrons of the Silver Bee Community should be gathering their seeds and planning out their plots as planting day quickly approaches.

Little signs abortion ban

Measure was modeled on Texas law

Science rules!

“Science is fun, as long as nobody gets hurt.”

KHS hosts junior career day

Choosing what to do after high school is no easy task.

Swan Song and Dance

I cannot dispute that the CdA River Basin contains varying amounts of historic mine waste.

Timothy Gordon Castle, 74

Timothy Gordon Castle, who was born April 22, 1947 in Spokane, Washington, received a call on March 10, 2022 for a new position he could not refuse.

Marquez Campbell, Isabel (Izzy), 63

After fighting courageously for over five years, Isabel “Izzy” Marquez Campbell lost her battle with cancer on March 6, 2022.

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 117: Headlines from 3/19 thru 3/22

In this episode of the North Idaho Now Podcast, Chanse Watson, Molly Roberts, and Josh McDonald take you through the latest news coming out of the Coeur'd Alene/Post Falls Press, the Bonner County Daily Bee, and the Shoshone News-Press from Mar. 19-22.

Let's talk mining: Part 2

Second to speak at the Silver Valley Chamber of Commerce's After Hours “State of the Mines” event on March 16 was Tyson Clyne, the Environmental Health & Safety Superintendent of the Sunshine Mine in Big Creek.

Puck drops in Guns & Hoses hockey game Friday

Proceeds to benefit Idaho Special Olympics

Legals for March, 22 2022

Hey now, you're an all-star

It’s not everyday you get the best of the best all in one place.

KHS students steered straight

Sometimes the best way to avoid substance abuse is to hear from someone who has suffered from it.

Janelle Marie Flores, 46

Beloved Janelle Marie Flores, 46, of Wallace, Idaho, passed away March 17, 2022. She was born July 19, 1975 in Kellogg, Idaho; Janelle was the daughter of Jaime and Cynthia (Gilseth) Flores.

Tracy Lynn Skavland, 43,

Tracy Lynn Skavland, 43, lifelong resident of Kellogg, ID, beloved wife, mother, daughter, and friend, passed away on March 18, 2022 at her home in Kellogg.

Jail bookings: Mar. 17-20

Vanessa Brooke Bearshield, 32, of Spokane Valley Wash. was arrested for being a fugitive from justice and failing to notify officers.

Virginia Lee Drier, 87

Virginia Lee Drier, 87, of Silverton, Idaho, went to join her beloved husband- the love of her life, on March 19, 2022; she passed away at the Good Samaritan Society- Silver Wood Village of Silverton.

Wasden warns against activist for AG

If you’d like to pass along a compliment to Attorney General Lawrence Wasden, just tell him that he’s boring.

Welcome home

Coeur d'Alene Casino celebrates 29 years

Coeur d'Alene Casino Resort Hotel celebrates 29 years

Missing Female found deceased

On March 17, 2022 the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office Volunteer Search and Rescue Unit responded to the area of 4th of July Pass to assist in looking for Janelle M. Burchfield, who went missing on March 14, 2022.

KSD appoints new trustee

Earlier this month the Kellogg School District Board of Trustees appointed Chelsea Osterberg to their vacant Zone 2 position.

Let's talk mining: Part 1

Mine reps speak at Silver Valley Chamber event

BOCC approves new truck for SCSO

The Shoshone County Sheriff's Office is set to get some new wheels after the Board of County Commissioners recently approved the purchase of a new truck.

May 2 declared Miners Memorial Day

As stated in the bill’s verbiage, the piece of legislation is an acknowledgement of the contributions and sacifice of miners, miner families, and mine rescue personnel throughout Idaho’s History and the 50th anniversary of the Sunshine Mine fire.

Legals for March, 18 2022

Smelterville, SCSO relationship is renewed

SMELTERVILLE— The citizens of Smelterville can rest a little easier now once again, as their city’s contractual relationship between them and the Shoshone County Sheriff’s Office has officially been renewed.

Pottsville and Shoshone Park: Part 2

A year after Pottsville, Idaho was established, the Spokane Falls Weekly Review reported on October 9, 1890

Jail booking: Mar. 14-16

Kayann Ashley Fay Cato, 22, of Osburn, Idaho was arrested for having an outstanding felony arrest warrant. Cato has since been released.

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 115: Headlines from 3/12 thru 3/15

In this episode of the North Idaho Now Podcast, Chanse Watson and Molly Roberts take you through the latest news coming out of the Coeur'd Alene/Post Falls Press, the Bonner County Daily Bee, and the Shoshone News-Press from Mar. 12-15.

James Ray West (Jim), 70

Jim West, 70, of Wallace, Idaho, passed away March 13, 2022 at Shoshone Medical Center of Kellogg, Idaho. He was born on May 14, 1951 in Wallace, Idaho. Jim was the son of Robert and Louise (Todd) West.

Christina “Tina” Ann Septer, 91

Christina “Tina” Ann Septer, 91

Tommie Lee Casteel, 77

Beloved husband, father, grandfather, son, uncle and friend, Tommie Lee Casteel, 77, of Kellogg, Idaho, passed away March 12, 2022 at Kootenai Health of Coeur d’ Alene, Idaho.

Back-to-back belle of the Bartender's Ball

Wallace's Silver Corner Bar takes top prize

SWAN SONG

Officials say it will take millions of dollars, years to clean up contaminated sediment in the Coeur d’Alene River Basin and keep birds from dying

Swans annual die-off continues

Legals for March, 15 2022

Golden moment for Idaho Strategic Resources

North Idaho resource company celebrates listing on New York Stock Exchange

North Idaho resource company celebrates listing on New York Stock Exchange

All Star Game rosters announced

It’s all star season and the best seniors basketball players will make their way to Mullan for the annual District I All Star Games at the Mullan Pavilion.

SVEDC names Olsen as new executive director

The Silver Valley Economic Development Corporation (SVEDC) recently named local business owner Paige Olsen as their new Executive Director.

PEO holds annual geranium sale to support local women

No fools here! Leaders of the Silver Valley PEO want your flower orders in by April 1 to help them continue their tradition of supporting local high school seniors.

To our delegation, it’s all gloom and doom

President Biden’s State of the Union address is long behind us and everyone is well past analyzing the details of his speech.

Bunker Hill purchases processing plant

Bunker Hill Mining Corp. (BHC) appears to be making great strides in their pursuit of bringing the historic mine back toward full production.

Sherry Lynn Walker, 64

Sherry Lynn Walker, 64, of Kellogg, ID, passed away on March 12, 2022, at her home surrounded by family and her dog, Rocky.

Jail bookings: March 10-13

Robert Wade Flatbush, 29, of Spokane, Wash. was arrested for failing to appear.

Rochelle Weetman, 65

Rochelle Weetman, age 65, passed away suddenly on March 5, 2022 in Wilmington, Delaware. Rochelle was born in Wallace, Idaho, the daughter of Jesse and Sally Burkett (Forkner).

Marqueta (Scholl) Martinez, 72

Marqueta (Scholl) Martinez, 72, of Osburn passed away on March 10, 2022, in Spokane. Marqueta was born in Deadwood, South Dakota, on November 25, 1949, to Fred and Louise Scholl.

Pamela 'Jean' Woolf, 66

My beloved wife, the love of my life and best friend, mother, grandmother and sister, of Kellogg Idaho, passed away March 7, 2022 in her home in Post Falls Idaho.

Death Notice: Isabel “Izzy” M. Marquez Campbell, 63

Isabel “Izzy” M. Marquez Campbell, 63, of Smelterville, Idaho died March 6, 2022 at the Schneidmiller Hospice House in Coeur d’Alene.

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 114: Headlines from 3/9 thru 3/11

In this episode of the North Idaho Now Podcast, Chanse Watson and Molly Roberts take you through the latest news coming out of the Coeur'd Alene/Post Falls Press, the Bonner County Daily Bee, the Shoshone News-Press, and the the Bonners Ferry Herald from Mar. 9-11.

LETTER: A great loss

I am saddened to hear of the passing of Larry Ross.

Legals for March, 11 2022

Pottsville plans progress

Plans for Pottsville continue to make progress, as the Shoshone Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and four members of the “Pottsville Seven” met on Tuesday to further discuss the topic.

Doerschel comes back to her Wallace roots as new branch manager

Mountain West Bank (MWB) is set to open its new location in Wallace and are excited to announce Gina Doerschel as the new branch manager.

Kellogg, Wallace school levies pass by healthy margins

Voter turnout low

Voter turnout low

Lynn in, Hill out on WSD board

Despite being voted in at a previous board meeting last month, Joe Hill will not be assuming the role of Wallace School District Zone 4 Trustee due in large part to a procedural violation

Pottsville and Shoshone Park: Part 1

Many people in North Idaho may not recognize the name Pottsville. Natives to the area, especially those from Mullan, still refer to Shoshone Park as Pottsville. But where was Pottsville?

Jail bookings: Mar. 7-9

Jacob Jack Bellus, 28, of Kimberly, Idaho was arrested for violating his probation.

Karla Ann Galloway, 71

Karla Ann Galloway, 71, of Silverton, Idaho passed away March 4, 2022 at the Shoshone Medical Center with her family by her side.

LETTER: Mysterious misinformation?

Hey Wallace… Once again we have the spread of “mysterious” misinformation. The SNP recently received a letter from Ron Niemi regarding the zoning of holding district lands in Wallace.

Wallace Elks March Teens of the Month

Congratulations!

Pinehurst Elementary School February Students of the Month

Congratulations!

Joyce Deana Graham, 84

Joyce passed away peacefully at Providence St. Mary Medical Center. She was born to Etta and Herbert Arthur in Vandervoort, Arkansas. She had two brothers, Edward and Ervin Arthur, and two sisters, (twin) Loyce Johnston and Alma Crabtee.

Evelyn Gail Holt, 82

Evelyn Gail Holt, resident of Wallace, Idaho, passed away peacefully on 28 February 2022.

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 113: Headlines from 3/5 thru 3/8

In this episode of the North Idaho Now Podcast, Chanse Watson and Molly Roberts take you through the latest news coming out of the Coeur'd Alene/Post Falls Press, the Bonner County Daily Bee, and the Shoshone News-Press from Mar. 5-8.

KSD to interview candidates for open trustee seat

The Kellogg School District has announced their three finalists for the open Zone 1 trustee position. Chelsea Osterberg, Ethan Wendt, and Carole Urquhart will be interviewed during a special meeting this Tuesday – the same day that voters decide yes or no on the district’s replacement supplemental levy.

Kellogg stormwater projects explained

Half of a million dollars has been allocated to the City of Kellogg for a stormwater system improvement project thanks to a Governor-led initiative.

Wildcats young and old take to the court this Friday

It’s going to be an evening of nostalgia and hoops this Friday when Kellogg High School’s Leadership Class hosts the first annual Wildcat Alumni Basketball Game.

Legals for March, 8 2022

Canyon Elementary School says Aloha! to Artist in Residence

“Anytime we can add art and artistic expression into the general curriculum, it’s a benefit to students.”

Allen sworn in as Shoshone County Prosecuting Attorney

The Shoshone County Courthouse boardroom had exciting energy on Monday as family, friends, and coworkers of Benjamin Allen came in to show support, as he was officially sworn in as the Shoshone County Prosecuting Attorney.

James 'Jim' Sidney Lucas Jr., 72

Jim was born on August 10, 1949 in British Columbia, Canada, a son of the late James Lucas, Sr. and Olive Marie Lorenzetto.

Larry Edward Ross, 69

Beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and friend, Larry Edward Ross, 69, of Kellogg, Idaho, passed away March 5, 2022 at the family home of Kellogg.

SOCIALISM?

I watched Biden's State of the Union address.

Supporting proactive city measures

I grew up in Wallace and left after high school. I recently moved back after 33 years for its beautiful natural surroundings, tight-knit community and quirky, fun, small-town atmosphere.

Karlene Kay (Petersen) Jemison, 85

Karlene Kay (Petersen) Jemison, 85, of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho (formerly of the Silver Valley), went peacefully into the loving arms of Jesus, surrounded by loved ones on February 27th. She was born on November 16, 1936 in Spokane, Washington to Jim and Eleanor (Martin) Petersen.

All league teams announced

As the dust settles on winter sports the area all-league teams have been announced and the Silver Valley was well represented.

Jail bookings: Mar. 3-6

Coryna Ann Martin-Rowley, 28, of Smelterville, Idaho was arrested for failing to appear.

McGeachin gives AFPAC standing in Idaho

To get all this publicity, she had to speak to the America First Political Action Committee (AFPAC) – a group in which some of the main players support Vladimir Putin, Adolph Hitler and white nationalism.

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 112: Headlines from 3/2 thru 3/4

In this episode of the North Idaho Now Podcast, Chanse Watson and Molly Roberts take you through the latest news coming out of the Coeur'd Alene/Post Falls Press, the Bonner County Daily Bee, the Shoshone News-Press, and the the Bonners Ferry Herald from Mar. 2-4.

John P. Drager, 81

John’s rich and fulfilling life ended peacefully in Coeur d’Alene on February 26, 2022.

Wallace School District chooses Hill for board

The Wallace School District chose a familiar face to fill their open Zone 4 trustee seat at February’s Wallace School Board meeting.

Pressed on Pine to open for customization needs

When Mark and Anna Berger first bought the building on Pine Street, they planned on using it for Building Maintenance and Supply.

ITD targets Silver Valley bridges for replacement

Tentative summer projects announced

Legals for March, 4 2022

What exactly is a hootenanny?

Get ready for a rootin’ tootin’ good time as the Sixth Street Melodrama and Theater presents their spring production "The Yee Haw Hootenanny Hoedown."

Busy month for KHS performing arts students

February has been a busy month Kellogg High School music and performing arts teacher Adam Ream.

Jail bookings: March 1-3

Seth D. Fausett, 23, of Osburn, was arrested and booked on charges of resisting or obstructing an officer, and being an intoxicated pedestrian.

North Idaho Now, one year later

One year after it’s kick-off, the North Idaho Now news podcast is developing a distinct style and subscribership has nearly quadrupled.

North Idaho Now podcast Episode 111: Headlines from 2/26 thru 3/1

In this episode of the North Idaho Now Podcast, Chanse Watson takes you through the latest news coming out of the Coeur'd Alene/Post Falls Press, the Bonner County Daily Bee, the Shoshone News-Press, and the the Bonners Ferry Herald from Feb. 26-Mar. 1.

Mysterious zoning changes in Wallace

The current approach by the City of Wallace opens it up to legal challenge.

Hearing date set for Pine Creek road validation

A public hearing has been set by the Shoshone Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) concerning the validation of a stretch of road in the West Fork of Pine Creek.

Wallace Pool saga nearing end

It’s been four long years since it was discovered that the pool was mysteriously leaking water and subsequently closed, but in just a few months those years will be nothing more than memories.

Two in a million

87-year-old Richard Nearing from Pinehurst spent 127 days in different hospitals after being diagnosed with COVID-19.

Virginia 'Jinx' Ann (Van Horne) Riedesel, 87

Virginia "Jinx" Ann (Van Horne) Riedesel was born in Kenmare, ND March 2, 1934. She succumbed to glioblastoma in Carbondale, CO on January 27, 2022 with her son Doug holding her hand.

Admitted rapist gets 180 days in jail, probation

Shoshone Sheriff voices concern over sentence

Legals for March, 1 2022