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Mary Margaret Amos Carlisle, 88

Maggie (or Margie) Carlisle knocked on Heaven’s door Friday, July 21, 2023. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.

Emergency need for blood, platelet donations

An emergency blood shortage currently going on in Northern Idaho has increased the importance of giving blood during the summer.

Shoshone County jail bookings

Shoshone County jail bookings

CLARK: Left-wing viewpoints?

A recent letter by Wylie Clark accuses The Press of “left-wing view points.” The writer suggests that the idea of a person who has “no experience in the job” and “isn’t really sure what the job entails” applies to the “Biden crime family.” He is obviously unaware that President Biden’s experience and knowledge of the job is so superior to the former president’s that such an idea is ridiculous.

Shoshone County Rolls Out Innovative Diversion Program

County Seeks Drug and Alcohol Counselor to Implement

The Shoshone County Prosecuting Attorney is taking a proactive step to reduce substance abuse and recidivism in the community through the launch of an innovative adult criminal diversion program, called the Shoshone County ILED Program.

Kellogg to resume resealing redone roads

Beginning next month, the city of Kellogg will begin a resurfacing project for all of the streets north of Interstate 90.

I-90 projects on schedule

The good news is that, unlike last summer when unusual weather caused numerous delays, according to Idaho Transportation Department Senior Public Information Officer Megan Jahns this year many of the projects are right on track or even ahead of schedule.

Big turnout expected for Kellogg 3-on-3

One of the longest-running events in the Silver Valley, SilverHoops is celebrating its pearl anniversary this year – 30 years of bringing the masses down to the blacktop at Teeters Field.

Front Porch Conversations: Mike Peacock

The Front Porch Conversation speaker series continued this week with recollections from Mike Peacock

State funds new sidewalks in Kellogg

A $250,000, five-part pedestrian safety project is underway thanks to funding from the Local Highway Technical Assistance Council (LHTAC) as part of their Children Pedestrian Safety Program.

Silver Valley Pride goes off without a hitch

The ability to be seen, supported, and included. These were the goals for Silver Valley Pride 2023.

Silver Valley Seniors receives WaFd Bank grant

A recent grant from the local branch of the Washington Federal Bank is going a long way toward keeping the kitchen open at Silver Valley Seniors.

A small, special force of firefighters

When wildfires strike, there isn’t time to ponder who makes up the firefighting force on the frontlines of the blaze.

Jeffrey J. Nickelby, 63

Jeff J. Nickelby of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho passed away in the afternoon on July 17, 2023.

Jennifer Joan Saijo-Milholland, 47

Jennifer Joan Saijo-Milholland was born on January 27, 1976, in Boise Idaho, and unexpectedly passed away on June 18, 2023, at the age of 47.

Bryson John Vergobbi, 26

Bryson John Vergobbi, 26, of Wallace, ID, beloved son, brother, uncle, grandson, and nephew, passed away unexpectedly on June 8, 2023.

Free lunches Sunday for kids in Kellogg park

Free lunches for kids offered in Kellogg park

Free physicals for Shoshone County student athletes

Free physicals offered for Shoshone County student athletes

Golden memories of the Silver Valley

Stories from the Kellogg all-class reunion grand marshals

Kellogg, FEMA at standstill

Progress between the city of Kellogg and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to revise aging flood maps has ground to a halt.

Plant Notes: Snowberry

Waxy-white berries bunched on the ends of twiggy stems make winter the most conspicuous season for Snowberry, a deciduous North American native.

Marty and Max: How's the market doing?

The housing data reflects that the housing market is surprisingly resilient. Our crisis, however, is that there is not enough inventory, rather than not enough buyers.

Shoshone County declared the winner in legal battle with Silver Mountain

After nearly six years of litigation and multiple levels of appeals, Shoshone County has emerged victorious in its tax appeal fight against Silver Mountain Resort.

Wallace Arts Council organizes youth band project

Wallace District Arts Council is putting together a band of young musicians

Shoshone County jail bookings

Shoshone County jail bookings

DEQ awards Shoshone County water district $8.5 million

Shoshone County went through a three-day saga in April 2017 after the Central Shoshone County Water District’s water transmission mainline broke. The Kellogg School District and businesses were forced to close before a boil water order was eventually issued.

Front Porch Conversations to continue with Kellogg mayor

Front Porch Conversations to continue with Kellogg mayor

Community healing in the Silver Valley

Community healing event helps check in with grieving Silver Valley residents

Air tour soars in Shoshone County

30 antique planes flew above the Shoshone County airport as part of an air tour

Shoshone County jail bookings

Shoshone County jail bookings

Janice Ellen Bailey, 76

Janice Ellen Bailey, 76, of Kellogg, ID, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, peacefully passed away surrounded by her loving family on July 4, 2023, at the Schneidmiller Hospice House in Coeur d’Alene, ID.

Nieves C. 'Bess' Groves, 80

Nieves C. “Bess” Groves of Mullan, ID, 80, joined her beloved husband and her Lord Jesus Christ on March 24, 2023.

Shoshone County jail bookings

People recently arrested and booked into the Shoshone County Jail

Teeters Field project nears completion

Teeters Field has seen its fair share of upgrades over the years – but the city of Kellogg is putting the finishing touches on the biggest series of modifications to date – including the brand new 750 square-foot concession stand and restroom facility, a ticket booth, and an ADA-compliant viewing platform.

'It’s been a dream come true to be able to work on the water'

A solid foundation: Harrison Dock Builders celebrate 40 years

About four decades ago, Keith Shannon was working as a cook at the Gateway Restaurant and daydreaming about the marina just on the other side of the glass.

SV Chamber excited for summer concert series

The melodic voice of Ron Greene will open the six-week run of free concerts and vendor shopping – Nothing but warm evenings, live music, cold drinks, and handmade crafts.

Shoshone County Jail bookings

People recently arrested and booked into the Shoshone County Jail

Antique aircraft tour landing at Shoshone County Airport

Air tour comes to Shoshone County

Antique aircraft tour landing at Shoshone County Airport

Air tour comes to Shoshone County

I-90 FLAG: It’s back

Many thanks to the patriot who puts the flag up on the west side of Fourth of July Pass, mile marker 24.

OPINION: Children’s Congress set to deliver timely message

Imagine a Congress that accomplishes something … one that isn’t bogged down by gridlock and political posturing. Now imagine, if you will, a lobbying effort that doesn’t involve campaign contributions. That kind of Congress does exist through the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation’s “Children’s Congress.” It started with a 9-year-old boy from Massachusetts named Tommy Solo who one day asked his mother, “Why can’t kids go to Washington and tell their representatives about what it is like to have type 1 diabetes?”

Community healing day planned in Kellogg

The Shoshone County S.A.V.E. Coalition will be hosting a community healing day inside the Kellogg City Park next week.

Not your average fairytale

July production now showing at the Sixth Street Theater in Wallace

The Sixth Street Theater and Melodrama is kicking off its 40th year of shows with its July production, “Into the Storybook – or – Never Judge a Book by its Contents.”

Marty and Max: Mid-year market report

The first half of 2023 is in the books. This week in many ways is the turning point in the year for housing. Home purchases start to decelerate and price reductions increase in the second half of the year.

Kellogg ready for all-class reunion

Organizer Lori Sawyer and her dedicated committee of former KHS grads have been hard at work preparing for the upcoming three-day reunion and Sawyer is looking forward to seeing as many familiar faces as possible.

Front Porch Conversations, Spark Festival kick off Smithsonian exhibition opening in Kellogg

Smithsonian Exhibition comes to Silver Valley

Hearing rescheduled, gag order issued in Kellogg murder case

The preliminary hearing originally scheduled for Monday, July 3, in the case of accused murderer Majorjon Kaylor was vacated and rescheduled and a gag order has been issued in the matter.

Fresh faces, familiar acts all at Wallace Blues Festival

The annual music extravaganza known as the Historic Wallace Blues Festival is just days away and the city of Wallace is getting ready for a full weekend of packed streets.

Richard (Dick) Berneman, 90

Richard (Dick) York Berneman of Kingston, ID, died June 28, 2023, at the age of 90.

Linda Beryl Madsen, 72

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Linda Beryl Madsen (Carlson), 72, of Smelterville, ID peacefully with her family on June 19, 2023, to be with her Lord and Savior.

Raimo U. Kaartinen, 80

Raimo U. Kaartinen, 80, was born in Seinäjoki, Finland on January 28, 1943.

Shoshone County Jail bookings

Shoshone County Jail bookings