Tuesday, May 30
Greater love hath no man...
To find the headstone belonging to First Lieutenant Frank Stanley Reasoner, you’d have to make your way to the back of the cemetery where the veterans have their own special section. It’s not a fancy marker by any means, in fact, it’s very much like many of the other surrounding veteran’s grave markers. Walking up to it, you would never guess that you were at the final resting place of a Congressional Medal of Honor recipient.
Get signed up for SilverHoops
The event is still two months away but with the tournament’s exponential growth over the past few years, the SilverHoops committee hopes that more people take advantage of the early-bird registration period.
Friday, May 26
Donna Rae Rude, 91
Donna Rae Rude, 91, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister, of Osburn, ID, passed away on May 18, 2023 at Silverton Health and Rehabilitation of Cascadia, Silverton, ID.
Marty and Max: Glory Days
Last weekend I flew to Dallas for my daughter's MBA graduation at Southern Methodist University. I came in a day early for a little gathering. The Dallas rooftop venue with catered food, beverages and downtown views was amazing, in fact, I attended high school just a few miles away and this was my old stomping grounds.
Tickets on sale for Gyro Days festival
The annual Gyro Days festival is just a few weeks away and the Wallace Gyro Club is selling tickets for the Lead Creek Derby fundraiser. The Lead Creek Derby is the main event of the four-day festival and is one of the more unique traditions in the region.
BHMC to receive massive financing package
On Wednesday, the Bunker Hill Mining Company announced the execution of a non-binding term sheet outlining an upsized and improved $67 million finance package with Sprott Private Resource Streaming & Royalty Corp.
Make happy memories, not tragic decisions
As thousands of people set up their campsites along the North Fork of the Coeur d’Alene River and in other remote places throughout the Silver Valley, the Shoshone County Sheriff’s Office would like to remind locals and vacationers alike to play it safe.
Tuesday, May 23
Michael Williams (Bening), 85
Michael Jeanne Williams (Bening), 85, of Kellogg, Idaho passed away peacefully on May 2nd, 2023 at Orchard Ridge Senior Living, Coeur d'Alene.
Barbara Joyce Absec, 92
Beloved wife, mother, grandmother and sister, Barbara Joyce Absec, 92, of Kellogg, Idaho, passed away peacefully on May 21, 2023, at her home in Kellogg.
Ted Orville Slack, 80
Ted Orville Slack, 80, of Pinehurst, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on May 12, 2023 at Shoshone Medical Center in Kellogg, ID.
Julie Carole Murchison, 71
Memorial services for Julie Carole Murchison, 71, of Pinehurst, will be held on Saturday, June 3, 2023, 11:00 AM at Shoshone Funeral Services, 106 S. Main St., Kellogg, ID.
Herrick Park property being negotiated
A controversial piece of property in the southern region of Shoshone County is once again being discussed by county officials.
Silver Valley Sports Recap: May 15-21
Area spring sports wrap-up seasons at state competitions.
Civic pride
Last week, the students participated in the annual town cleanup, where they worked throughout the town sweeping, painting, weeding, planting, spreading bark, and doing minor repairs at the cemetery.
Friday, May 19
Bonnie Laverne Erickson, 79
Bonnie Lavern (Jalbert) Erickson of Coeur d Alene ID passed away at Hospice House of Coeur d Alene on May 13th, 2023, Bonnie was surrounded by her husband and daughters.
Dorothy Thielman, 85
Dorothy E. Thielman May 4, 1937 - April 29, 2023
Garda Marie Cuthbert, 80
Garda Cuthbert passed away peacefully with her family holding her hands on May 16th, 2023.
Shoshone County Jail bookings
People recently arrested and booked into the jail - May 16 and May 17
Kellogg leaders pleased with LOT decision
With the recent passing of their new local option, non-property tax (LOT), city officials in Kellogg are now planning for the future.
Shoshone County election results
It wasn’t a busy election day in Shoshone County, but several key elections took place on Tuesday. Among the five elections that were held, one was decided by a single vote, one of them changed the way the city of Kellogg will tax guests, and one of them will be decided by coin flip.
Plant Notes: Silver Lupine
Carpeting sub-alpine slopes and meadows in western North America, Silver Lupine (Lupinus argenteus), presents a stunning display of lavender/blue in spring and early summer.
Who's up for a planting party?
After more than a decade, the Wallace Flower Project Committee has this down to a near science – what they need now is manpower.
Route of the Hiawatha set to open next week
The Route of the Hiawatha (RoT) is a 15-mile, rails-to-trails experience unlike any other – with its dark tunnels that require special lights to see through, over trestles that are hundreds of feet above the mountain landscape – it is truly a spectacle.
Thursday, May 18
SCSO investigating murder/suicide in Wallace
The Shoshone County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an apparent murder/suicide that occurred on Wednesday evening in Wallace. Elizabeth D. Lawley, 33, was found dead in her father’s home, along with her two-year-old son – both deaths caused by apparent gunshot wounds.
Tuesday, May 16
John 'Johno' Michael Stevens, 31
John Stevens was born on January 10, 1991.
Step up and Stand Down
The Kellogg Elks and Shoshone VFW are teaming up for a cooperative Stand Down to help the county’s veterans in need this weekend.
Silver Valley Sports Recap: May 8-14
Area teams make state post season pushes. Kellogg baseball earns first-ever berth to state tournament. Stephen Paul lights up the Links. Britany Philips paces Wallace Track team.
A festival revived
Depot Days sees huge numbers of cars and people
There was a noticeable buzz in the air on Saturday as thousands of people made their way through the downtown streets of Wallace for the 37th annual Depot Days.
Monday, May 15
Busy days for the SCSO
The past two days have been incredibly busy for the Shoshone County Sheriff’s Office, as they’ve responded to five different major events across the entire county.
Shoshone County Jail bookings
People booked into the Shoshone Count Jail from May 11 through May 15
Friday, May 12
John 'Johno' Michael Stevens, 31
John Stevens was born on January 10, 1991.
Stuart W. Peterson, 83
Stuart W. Peterson, 83, passed away on April 11, 2023, in Vancouver, Washington.
Joseph F. Grismer, 87
Joseph F. Grismer, M.D., 87, passed on to his heavenly home on Saturday, May 6, 2023, at Rockwood Estates in Spokane, Washington.
Burn permits now required
Be sure to get a permit before burning
Huckleberry Campground closed for upgrades
Huckleberry upgrades in the work
Marty and Max: Shoshone County's April market update
In the Coeur d’Alene MLS Market, which includes Shoshone County, from the Year over Year Comparison Report all active residential listings during the month of April 2023 were up 41.7% compared to 2022, with 1,817 active listings vs 1,282 at this time last year.
Commissioners considering options with leased properties
A recent decision from the Shoshone Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) may lead to some frustrations from former lessees. It was recently announced that the BOCC would not be renewing any leases on county property through May 31, to give the board time to review the properties that had been leased and determine if that was the best use of them.
May Elections: Shoshone County Elections and Polling places
The May Election Day is just a few days away and locals might need to know what they’re voting on, as well as where they need to go in order to cast their vote.
Detective Keller is on the case
Last week the Shoshone County Sheriff’s Office announced the appointment of Will Keller to the position of detective. In his new role, Keller will be tasked with working and closing the department’s major crime cases.
Tuesday, May 9
Charlotte Irene Troy-Watson, 66
Charlotte Irene Troy-Watson, 66, of Kingston, ID, passed away on May 1, 2023, at her home in Kingston, ID. Charlotte was born on February 13, 1957, in Illinois, the daughter of the late William and Verna (Cox) Dixon.
Sharon Y. Kelly, 85
Sharon Kelly beloved mother and grandmother passed away at Lincoln County Care Center in Shoshone, Idaho after a long battle with Alzheimer’s.
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Dirty Dogs help clean kittens
When the Silver Valley Cat Wranglers were notified that 19 kittens had been abandoned at the Trail Motel in February they knew they were going to need the support of the community to get these kiddie kitties into stable, nurturing homes.
Silver Valley food banks receive VFW donation
A recent string of donations from the Shoshone VFW Post 1675, has the local Silver Valley food banks extending their gratitude. In April, Post Commander Chris Marker took $500 to each of the four food banks in Shoshone County.
Work continues to open Moon Pass
In just a few short weeks people will be able to access the southern portion of Shoshone County via scenic Moon Pass according to Shoshone County Public Works director Jessica Stutzke.
Friday, May 5
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Dennis 'Denny' Ray Morley, 74
Dennis “Denny” Ray Morley, 74, of Wallace, ID, went to be with God on April 30, 2023. Dennis was born on May 4, 1948, in Denver, CO, the son of the late Bernard and Velma Morley.
Gail Marie Bisaro, 69
Gail Marie Bisaro, loving mother, sister, and friend, passed away on March 23, 2023, at the age of 67.
Jon Richard 'JR' Newcomb, 79
Jon Richard “JR” Newcomb, 79, of Osburn, ID passed away unexpectedly at his home in Osburn, ID on April 30, 2023.
Remembering to never forget the Sunshine Mine disaster
Older generations remind those coming up to carry on the tradition of remembrance
Tuesday morning marked the 51st anniversary of the disaster that claimed 91 lives at the Sunshine Mine. Hundreds of people, including those in the mining community, students, and family members made their way to the memorial statue at the bottom of Big Creek to celebrate, remember, and mourn those lives lost.
Marty and Max: Got wetlands?
A friend of mine came to me recently and told me the property they bought over a year ago was mostly covered with wetlands. Urgent questions followed: “Are they going to let us build a shop here?” “What are we allowed to do on wetlands?” “Shouldn’t my Realtor have shown me this before we bought it?” The truth is, realtors are NOT wetland experts.
Acknowledging hardship
Shoshone County Commissioners approve hardship petition for resident affected by 2021 legislative decision
Changes to Idaho’s Property Tax Reduction program in 2021 may have put many Shoshone County residents in a position to claim hardship. On Wednesday morning, the Shoshone Board of County Commissioners heard a petition for a hardship exemption from a local resident who suddenly saw her annual taxes raised by nearly 200% despite previously qualifying for the circuit breaker for many years.
Thursday, May 4
Shoshone County Sheriff warns of potential flooding
Shoshone County Sheriff Holly Lindsey issued a flood warning on Thursday for residents in Shoshone County – both along the Coeur d’Alene River as well the St. Joe River in the county’s southern region.
Tuesday, May 2
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Charles 'Chuck' Ellis Lewis, 75
Charles “Chuck” Ellis Lewis went home to be with the Lord on his 75th birthday, Friday, April 28, 2023.
New BOCC all in on Pottsville
The Shoshone Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) recently met with the Pottsville Seven to discuss the ongoing endeavors to restore East Shoshone Park to its former glory.
Wallace Depot Days right around the corner
The longest-running continuous car show in the Northwest is gearing up for another big year. Depot Days have been the gatekeeper event for the entire summer season for the past 36 years and for year 37, event organizers are hoping that the turnout is one for the ages.
Local administrators weigh in on potential raises for teachers
When the Idaho Legislature passed House Bill 1 last September, school districts and their administrators across the state were relieved that the legislators were putting an emphasis on funding schools.
