Friday, March 31
Food banks struggle, community supports
Hope and help are available to those in need.
IDFG seeks local instructors for Hunter Education
Maybe it was the topic, maybe it’s the instructor.
Paul Eugene Hodgman, 84
Paul Eugene Hodgman, 84 of Kingston, Idaho, passed away March 22, 2023 literally surrounded on all sides by his loving family at Shoshone Medical Center in Kellogg, Idaho.
Lynda Ross Trecker
On March 17, 2023, Lynda Ross Trecker was called to Heaven.
Saundra Lee Rowland, 72
Saundra Lee Rowland, 72, of Osburn, Idaho, passed away on March 27, 2023 at Shoshone Medical Center, with her daughter, Christy, right by her side.
Glen 'Goatch' Richard Gotcher, 69
Glen “Goatch” Richard Gotcher, 69, of Osburn, Idaho, passed away peacefully on March 23, 2023 at his home.
Margaret Ellen Coe, 86
Margaret Ellen Coe, 86, of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho and former long-time resident of Osburn, Idaho, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on March 23, 2023, at the Schneidmiller Hospice House in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.
Marty and Max: Easements and adverse possession
Do you understand how easements work in Idaho?
New boiler in store for Wallace pool
WALLACE –– The Wallace City Council voted in favor of pursuing additional funds from the Innovia Endowment Fund to replace the boiler at the Wallace Swimming Pool.
2023 watercraft inspection season is here
The Idaho State Department of Agriculture (ISDA) watercraft inspection stations have begun inspecting boats for the 2023 season.
Busy year forecasted up Canyon Creek
2023 is going to be a busy year for the EPA’s ongoing cleanup efforts around Canyon Creek. Beginning in June, crews under the guidance of the Coeur d’Alene Work Trust will start the first of what is expected to be a four-year project at the Star Mine Complex.
Legals for March, 31 2023
Thursday, March 30
Jail Bookings March 27-30
MONDAY, MARCH 27
Tuesday, March 28
Silver Valley Sports Recap: March 11-26
Kellogg track, golf, and baseball all log games as late winter weather wreaks havoc on early season schedules
Snacks at Midnight headed to Blue Raven
Wallace’s live music scene is heating up.
Maverik purchase hanging in the balance
Many Shoshone County residents are excited about the prospect of having a new gas station in the Valley, bringing new jobs and hopefully some price competition. But that may be in jeopardy.
Silverton assisted living facility moves under Cascadia umbrella
Being under new management tends to come with a bit of scrutiny – but for the residents and staff of Silverton of Cascadia Retirement Living, it may be a case of going from better to best.
Accused murderer released from treatment facility, case to proceed
Monday was law day in Shoshone County and a number of cases were heard in Judge Barbara Duggan’s District Court. Among the cases heard was the arraignment of Stephanie Paris. Paris was arrested in June of last year on charges of first-degree murder, failure to notify authorities of a death, and obstruction of justice.
MALLOY: Risch says don’t bail on Ukraine
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis didn’t win many friends in Congress when he dismissed Russia’s invasion of Ukraine as a “territorial conflict,” but may well be the toast of the Kremlin and Russian strongman Vladimir Putin.
Commissioner's Column: How many commissioners does it take to change a light bulb?
Do you remember that old line? Well, I have been serving in office as one of your County Commissioners now for over 2 ½ months and we are just now figuring that out…I do now know it takes at least two commissioners to have a quorum and I do understand that if we have two or more commissioners present, it is probably a public meeting and we better take notes!
Juanita 'Nita' Neumiller, 84
Juanita passed away peacefully Saturday, March 11, 2023 at Schneidmiller Hospice House.
Anne Presta, 85
Anne Marie Lyons Presta, 85, a long-time resident of the Spokane Valley, passed away on March 7, 2023.
Legals for March, 28 2023
Monday, March 27
Jail Bookings: March 23-26
THURSDAY, MARCH 23
Friday, March 24
Bounce into action
“Everybody get up it’s time to slam now. We got a real jam goin’ down.” The iconic opening lyrics of the Space Jam theme song can get anyone in the basketball spirit, including the coaches and athletes at the upcoming Mighty Miners March Madness Basketball camp at Wallace High School.
KNOWVAPE
Idaho Public Television has recently launched a new initiative to combat the continually growing teen vaping epidemic.
'There's No Place Like Home'
Mullan, Kellogg, and Wallace High Schools proudly presented a collaborative art exhibit showcasing the diverse talents of their combined 77 art students at the Broken Wheel Restaurant in Kellogg this past Tuesday.
Progress being made for LEO memorial
The concept was first floated about two years ago when Reel came to Gunderson and Osburn Police Chief Darell Braaten with the idea – Reel had been a dispatcher for the county in the 1970s and took the call the last time a local LEO was killed in ‘76.
Jitterz Espresso expanding into Shoshone County
"Great people, great coffee and community support." Those are the words Jitterz Espresso owners Laura and Jason Quast want to hear when people talk about their business.
Marty and Max: The ugly truth — show me the money
Hey Max, I need a realtor and I have a really good friend who is a realtor. Should I use them?
Brent 'Red' Bofenkamp, 83
Brent Steven Bofenkamp, of Huntsville, Alabama, passed away at home on Wednesday, March 15, 2023.
Legals for March, 24 2023
Thursday, March 23
Jail Bookings: March 20-22
MONDAY, MARCH 20
Tuesday, March 21
James Derbyshire, 71
James “Jim” Lee Derbyshire, 71, of Kellogg, Idaho, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend to many, passed away March 15, 2023 at his home in Kellogg surrounded by his family.
Special athletes shine on Silver Mountain
Last Saturday was the perfect day for the Special Olympics athletes, with clear skies and excellent skiing and boarding conditions. More than 17 athletes traversed up the 3.1-mile gondola to try their hand (or legs) on Ross Run on Silver Mountain in Kellogg.
Silver Valley Sports Recap: March 13-19
Local Special Olympians compete as well as local gymnasts and basketball players.
Osburn PD investigating armed robbery
Crimes in Silver Valley were committed as part of a crime spree between Seattle and St. Regis
At roughly 8:30 a.m. a male and female suspect entered the 76 gas station on the corner of N. 3rd Street and E. Mullan Avenue in Osburn. The gas station attendant realized the male suspect had a weapon and then he subsequently demanded that the attendant give him all of the money on the premises.
USFS office closed to the public
Due to a staffing shortage, the Coeur d’Alene River Ranger District office serving the Silver Valley will temporarily close to walk-in business beginning this week.
MALLOY: Idaho conservatives join ‘freedom’ network
You know the names – Idaho Attorney General Raul Labrador, former White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows and Gov. Ron DeSantis of Florida.
Elaine D. Charvez, 74
Elaine D. Charvez, 74, of Mullan, Idaho, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother passed away March 13, 2023 at Sacred Heart Hospital in Spokane, Wash.
Gayle Goodsen, 82
Gayle Marie (Person) Goodsen, 82, of Hayden, Idaho passed on March 14, 2023 at Hospice of North Idaho.
Legals for March, 21 2023
Friday, March 17
Linda LaVon Nicklas, 80
Our loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend died on March 7, 2023, at her home in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho surrounded by her family.
Preventative screenings help avoid stroke
For 4 out of 5 people who have a stroke, their first symptom, unfortunately, is a stroke
Natural beauty meets rich history
The ‘Center of the Universe,’ Wallace, was recently named one of the twenty most beautiful small towns in the United States by Travel + Leisure magazine.
Marty and Max: How to lose a buy in 10 days
In the 2003 Romantic Comedy How To Lose A Guy In 10 Days, Women’s Magazine writer Andie Anderson, played by Kate Hudson, writes a “How To” in reverse. Andie employs a number of dating don’ts that leads her boyfriend to dump her in 10 days. Stardate October 2021. A very close relative of mine was about to build. They purchased the land. The building plans were approved and the builder was on site ready to move dirt to start building the following week.
Remembering the Tiger Hotel
Growing up, my grandfather told me stories about the town of Burke. How he worked at the mine, the little shop that would sell sandwiches to miners on their way to work, and the pool where all the kids would swim in the summer.
BOCC approves funds for new ambulance
Money to come from derelict East Shoshone Hospital District
On Wednesday morning the Shoshone Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) unanimously approved the allocation of $150,000 from the East Shoshone Hospital District fund to the Shoshone County Ambulance Service District (SCASD).
Norma McPike, 88
Norma Ann Bordon McPike, 88, passed away Feb. 17, 2023 in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.
Edeana Rene Pierce, 61
Heaven gained another beautiful angel to watch over us on March 7th, 2023.
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Steve J. Gabrielsen, 30
Steve Jacob Gabrielsen, husband, father, brother, son, and friend, died in Fairbanks, Alaska Monday, Feb. 27, 2023.
Legals for March, 17 2023
Thursday, March 16
Jail Bookings: March 13-15
MONDAY, MARCH 13
Tuesday, March 14
Universities, colleges announce dean's lists
Local universities and colleges have announced Fall 2022 dean's lists and president's lists.
Chuck Hansen, 72
Larry Charles “Chuck” Hansen, 72, of Kellogg, Idaho, passed away March 11, 2023 at Shoshone Medical Center in Kellogg, Idaho.
Sally J. Holtz, 79
Sally Jeanne Holtz, 79, of Osburn, Idaho, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed from this life to her eternal reward on March 7, 2023, at 8:55 p.m. at Mountain Valley of Cascadia in Kellogg, Idaho.
Add some color with PEO geraniums
Many residents (including this writer) are ready for spring after receiving multiple snowy days in Shoshone County. For some, spring means abundant plants and flowers for decorating, self-care, and something pretty to look at to brighten your day.
Wallace HELPS at Bartenders Ball
Wallace came in clutch at the 11th Annual Bartenders Ball, as business owners in the town came in first in multiple categories.
BOCC addresses concerns, continues to work together
The Shoshone Board of County Commissioners is working hard – not just to help guide and govern the county, but also to find the balance in how they allow residents to be involved with their processes.
KHS alumni game set for this Friday
Basketball season may be over for the local high schools, but for the Kellogg High School Wildcats there are still two games to be played.
Area all-league teams loaded with Silver Valley talent
MVPs from Wallace and Mullan highlight list.
MALLOY: Dems say ‘social warfare’ doesn’t help Idaho
The apocalypse may not be upon us, but maybe you should take a peek outside to make sure.
Legals for March, 14 2023
Monday, March 13
Jail Bookings: March 9-12
THURSDAY, MARCH 9
Friday, March 10
A tale of ingenuity
“On a beautiful summer day in the early 1980s, a young farm couple was about to float farm equipment across the Coeur d’ Alene river at the Medimont landing. No one had taken anything big across the river there since the ferry had gone out many decades earlier.”
Marty and Max: February market report: Rising interest rates keeping prices down
Hey Max: With interest rates up, do you have any suggestions on how to take advantage of lower real estate prices?
Sarah Murphy: Local treasure
Growing a small business can be tough – doing it during a pandemic seemed impossible. But Sarah Murphy isn’t one to back down from the words tough or impossible. Murphy worked her way through numerous industries before opening Sol & Serre, a flower and plant design studio in downtown Wallace.
SCASD to address ambulance needs, board vacancies
The Shoshone County Ambulance Service District (SCASD) has been working diligently to make sure that the residents of Shoshone County receive nothing short of quality service in the event of an emergency response.
New design coming to Idaho driver's licenses
This Spring, drivers in Idaho needing to renew their licenses will be noticing changes in the way their new license looks.
John Wayne Padula
John Wayne Padula of Moscow, Idaho died February 28, 2023 in his home.
Legals for March, 10 2023
Thursday, March 9
Jail Bookings: March 6-8
MONDAY, MARCH 6
Tuesday, March 7
Mary Lou Bilte, 90
Mary Lou Bilte passed away on Super Bowl Sunday, Feb. 12, 2023.
William K. Lewis, 74
William “Bill” K. Lewis, 74, of Osburn, Idaho passed away on Feb. 16, 2023. His friends and the community are deeply saddened by the unexpected loss.
Marion Joyce McGillivray, 86
Marion Joyce McGillivray, 86, of Kingston, Idaho passed away quietly on Feb. 28, 2023 with family by her side at Mountain Valley of Cascadia in Kellogg, Idaho.
'Cutest Couples' take the town
“If you look for it, I've got a sneaky feeling you'll find that love actually is all around."
PES students raise money, sell chocolate
Some of us need extra comfort as the snow falls well into March in the Silver Valley – and for some, that comfort comes in the form of chocolate.
MALLOY: Democrats do the work, Simpson takes bows
Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson should be sending thank you notes to Democrats and President Biden, for they have given him a wealth of material for press releases.
Local youth embodies patriotism with anthem performances
During February’s state wrestling tournament at the Ford Idaho Center, the Silver Valley youth sang the Star Spangled Banner not just once, but three different times before a crowd of thousands.
Silver Valley Sports Recap: Feb. 27 - March 5
Kellogg boys end a successful season at the state tournament.
Rosters announced for D1 All-Star game
“We have dunkers, we have shooters, and we have some serious players,” said Stetson Spooner, Mullan School District athletic director. “I think these games get more exciting each year and I don’t expect anything less this year.”
Vicki Gail Taylor, 75
Vicki Gail (Good) Taylor, 75, of Wallace, Idaho passed away Feb. 27, 2023 at Kootenai Health in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.
Legals for March, 7 2023
Monday, March 6
Jail Bookings: March 2-5
THURSDAY, MARCH 2
Friday, March 3
Lawrence E. Halley, 67
Lawrence Emory Halley, 67, of Kellogg passed away at Sacred Heart Medical Center on Feb. 20, 2023.
Gary A. Frank Jr., 48
Gary Anthony Frank, Jr., 48, of Mullan, Idaho passed away on December 25, 2022 at Kootenai Health in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.
KHS hosts former WWE wrestler
“I was driving from Couer d’Alene to here, to Kellogg this morning, and it was the most majestic, beautiful view I’ve ever seen,”
'Laugh-In' at the Sixth Street Melodrama
Get ready to travel back to a more groovy time at the Sixth Street Melodrama and Theater’s March production, Laugh-In Out Loud.
Marty and Max: What do you want?
One of the most popular movie lines of all time is…”If you build it…”. Can you finish it?
Snow much fun at Lookout Pass
Season Pass Spring Sale tickets for Lookout Pass kick off March 1 at 8 a.m. For more information, visit www.skilookout.com
Community petitions for Wallace skate park
“There’s nothing for these kids to do.”
Bill “Billy” Joe Butler, 93
Bill “Billy” Joe Butler, 93
Nola Zoe Jenicek, 89
Nola Zoe Jenicek, of Kingston, Idaho, passed away on Feb. 24, 2023, just a few weeks after celebrating her 89th birthday, surrounded by her loved ones.
Joyce L. Aamodt, 92
Joyce Lorraine Aamodt, 92, of Kellogg, Idaho passed away February 25, 2023 at Mountain Valley of Cascadia in Kellogg, Idaho surrounded by her family.
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Dale B. Lavigne, 91
Dale Benedict Lavigne, 91, of Osburn, Idaho, beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather passed away on February 25, 2023 in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.
Legals for March, 3 2023
Thursday, March 2
Jail bookings: Feb. 27 - March 2
MONDAY, FEB. 27
