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The haunting of Kellogg High School

Fright-seekers enjoy haunted house just in time for Halloween

The fear that descends when you’re alone in a large and unoccupied space at night can prey on the mind. The hallways echo. The light or lack thereof seems to color the world a little differently. Noises become more alarming detached from their context.

Car seat program comes to Kellogg, Osburn

Child safety program comes to Shoshone Fire Districts 1 and 2

Wallace Food Bank needs helping hand

Wallace Food Bank need has increased in recent months

Shoshone County jail bookings

Arrests and bookings for Shoshone County jail

Silver Valley Chamber board accepting applications

Silver Valley Chamber has open positions in 2024

Shoshone BOCC approves additional funds for audit

Shoshone County is one step closer to figuring out what may have caused roughly $3 million in overspending over the past few years.

Wallace PEO chapter fundraises for women's continuing education

Philanthropic Education Organization International was formed in 1869 to provide women with the means to pursue educational opportunities

Silver Valley Sports: Oct. 23 - 29

Lady Miners bring home fourth-place; Makai Peak finishes sixth at state championships

Tigers gear up for quarterfinal showdown

After going 8-1, including an undefeated run through their conference opponents, head coach Stetson Spooner and his squad are in familiar territory, hosting a state quarterfinal playoff matchup.

Nancy Florence Green, 88

Nancy Florence Green, 88, of Kellogg, Idaho, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away on October 20, 2023, at Shoshone Medical Center in Kellogg, Idaho.

New bike rack memorializes shooting victim

Tears were shed, laughs were shared and the staff at Mountain Valley of Cascadia celebrated their friend, Kenna Guardipee, with the dedication of a new bike rack on Monday at the skilled nursing facility.

OPINION: Simpson: Jordan was not the right fit for speaker

Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson is accustomed to attacks from the right — for his work on the Appropriations Committee, his votes for big-budget bills and his support for dam breaching. Now, there’s something else for those on the far right to complain about…

Frightful fun

Fall and Halloween celebrations from Trunk or Treat events to market gatherings will take place throughout October from Athol to Harrison.

Shoshone County jail bookings

Arrests and bookings for Shoshone County jail

Shoshone County traffic stop leads to seizure of 9,000 fentanyl pills

A traffic stop in the Silver Valley led to the seizure of 9,000 fentanyl pills

Hitched again, six decades later

Family celebrates 60th anniversary with surprise ceremony

A couple was surprised with a vow renewal ceremony after 60 years of marriage

Mayor, council candidates front and center at Pinehurst forum

With Election Day just around the corner, residents of Pinehurst had the opportunity on Wednesday night to meet their candidates for city office during a political forum at the P-K Lions building.

Marty and Max: Tear down that wall!

Real Estate accounts for about one-fifth of the US economy. The two big problems buyers face are interest rates and inventory.

Halloween and harvest fun

Events happening through October

Fall and Halloween celebrations from Trunk or Treat events to market gatherings will take place throughout October from Athol to Harrison.

Shoshone County jail bookings

Arrests and bookings for Shoshone County jail

Silver Valley volleyball coaches talk state

This past week, the Kellogg and Wallace High School volleyball teams punched tickets to their respective state tournaments.

Silver Valley Sports: Oct. 16 - 22

Kellogg, Wallace volleyball qualify for state; Mullan football knocks off Wallace, preps for playoffs; Peak wins district XC meet.

Wallace students get hands on with local history

Wallace students take on new ways to learn about local history.

Nancy Florence Green, 88

Nancy Florence Green, 88, of Kellogg, Idaho, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and sister, passed away Oct. 20, 2023, at Shoshone Medical Center in Kellogg. Nancy was born Nov. 28, 1934, in Oakdale, Wis., a daughter of the late Francis and Katherine (Java?) Perkins. When Nancy was only 2 years old, the family moved from Wisconsin to the Silver Valley.

Lucille Margaret Green, 86

Lucille Margaret Green, 86, of Silverton, Idaho, passed away Oct. 20, 2023, at Mountain Valley Health and Rehabilitation of Cascadia in Kellogg, Idaho. Lucille was born July 24, 1937, in Rugby, N.D., a daughter of the late Joseph and Barbara (Pfeifer) Dosch.

Multiple motions filed in Kellogg quadruple homicide case

The defense attorney for accused murderer Majorjon Kaylor filed a motion to suppress evidence last Friday, due to what is being alleged as a Miranda Rights violation.

Kids' mental health care faces 'perfect storm'

A lack of mental and behavioral health providers for pediatric patients has reached a critical stage

Rosella (Slusher ) Mellen, 77

In loving memory, Rosella Mellon passed away on October 1, 2023, peacefully in her home in Missoula, Montana surrounded by friends and family.

CANDIDATE PROFILE – Samuel Gibbons, Kellogg School District Trustee, Zone 3

Samuel Gibbons is a candidate for Kellogg School District Trustee, Zone 3

CANDIDATE PROFILE – David Hernandez, Kellogg School District Trustee Zone 4

David Hernandez is a candidate for Kellogg School District Trustee Zone 4

CANDIDATE PROFILE – Felicia Cassidy, Kellogg School District Trustee Zone 5

Felicia Cassidy is a candidate for Kellogg School District Trustee Zone 5

CANDIDATE PROFILE – Ronald Zetterberg, Kellogg City Council Position #3

Ronald Zetterberg is a candidate for Kellogg City Council Position #3

CANDIDATE PROFILE – Jeremy Bergem, Osburn City Council, 4-year term

Jeremy Bergem is a candidate for Osburn City Council.

CANDIDATE PROFILE – Cindy Lien, Wallace City Council Seat 3

Cindy Lien is a candidate for Wallace City Council, Seat 3

CANDIDATE PROFILE – Lori Teeters, Kellogg City Council, Seat 3

Lori Teeters is a candidate for Kellogg City Council

CANDIDATE PROFILE – Brandon Church, Pinehurst City Council, 2-year term

Brandon Church is a candidate for Pinehurst City Council.

CANDIDATE PROFILE – Skip Robinett, Pinehurst Mayor

Skip Robinett is a candidate for the Pinehurst mayor

CANDIDATE PROFILE – Russell Lowe, Pinehurst Mayor

Russell Lowe is a candidate for the position of Pinehurst mayor.

CANDIDATE PROFILE – Laurie Richardson, Osburn City Council, 4-year term

Laurie Richardson is a candidate for Osburn City Council.

CANDIDATE PROFILE – Ron Hood, Osburn City Council, 4-year term.

Ron Hood is a candidate for Osburn City Council, 4-year term.

CANDIDATE PROFILE – Alexa Griffin, Kellogg School District Trustee, Zone 4

Alexa Griffin is a candidate for Kellogg School District Trustee, Zone 4

CANDIDATE PROFILE – Jay Huber, Pinehurst City Council, 2-year term

Jay Huber is a candidate for Pinehurst City Council, 2-year term.

CANDIDATE PROFILE – Kyle Ross, Pinehurst City Council, 4-year term

Kyle Ross is a candidate for Pinehurst City Council, 4-year term

CANDIDATE PROFILE – Christine Berry, Wallace City Council, Seat 3

Christine Berry is a candidate for Wallace City Council, Seat 3

CANDIDATE PROFILE – John Schroeder, Kellogg School District Trustee, Zone 5

John Schroeder is a candidate for Kellogg School District Trustee, Zone 5

CANDIDATE PROFILE – Nicholas Elam, Pinehurst City Council, 4-year term

Nicholas Elam is a candidate for Pinehurst City Council, 4-year term

CANDIDATE PROFILE – Sarah Frohlich, Kellogg School District Trustee, Zone 3

Sarah Frohlich is a candidate for Kellogg School District Trustee, Zone 3

CANDIDATE PROFILE – Melanie Carter, Kellogg School District Trustee, Zone 5

Melanie Carter is a candidate for Kellogg School District Trustee, Zone 5

CANDIDATE PROFILE – Jenifer Cardenas, Kellogg City Council, unopposed

Jenifer Cardenas is running unopposed for Kellogg City Council

Kellogg debuting new Halloween festival

Kellogg’s community planner Monica Miller has always loved Halloween and thought that fall time in Kellogg was the perfect setting for its own fun Halloween event. After speaking with Kellogg resident Brendan Bonner, they came up with an idea for an event that would offer a little something for everyone.

Pinehurst political forum next week

A nonpartisan political forum is scheduled for Wednesday at the Pinehurst-Kingston Lions Building.

'I didn’t quit, cry or throw up'

Local woman tells of 'Deadliest Catch' experience

Pritchard woman speaks about her time on the show "Deadliest Catch"

IDAHO: Housing inflation a crisis

In reference to the Saturday Press article “Idaho is Running Hot,” I would like to point to some statements by Sam Wolkenhauer of the Idaho Dept. of Labor. Comparing Idaho’s economy to the rest of the nation’s, he says, “In Idaho everything is wonderful. We’re kind of like this oasis — in the midst of an arid desert.” He then quotes the average new jobs created in Idaho as nearly twice as many as created before COVID.

Ronald Rex, 82

Ronald Rupert Rex (Ronnie, Ron), 82, of Cataldo, Idaho passed away into the loving arms of our Savior on October 10, 2023, at his home surrounded by family.

Shoshone County jail bookings

Arrests and bookings for Shoshone County jail

Motorcycle rally raises funds local VFW

For the fifth straight year, the Serving Our Military Mountain Ride & Rally has been gathering in October to raise funds for the Silver Valley’s veterans – this year they really outdid themselves.

Silver Valley Sports: Oct. 9 - 15

Mullan clinches North Star League title; Lady Wildcats split share of Central Idaho League championship – beat Wallace in Dig Pink Night.

Dose holds 'office hours' in Pinehurst

Shoshone County Commissioner Dave Dose did something on Monday that should make a lot of people happy. He kept one of his campaign promises.

High priority

Shoshone County deputies strategize jail bookings in the face of overcrowding

Drug manufacture and trafficking are high priority for Shoshone County Sheriff’s Office

William Joseph Plummer, 77

It is with deep sadness that the family of William Joseph Plummer (Billy Joe) shares the news of his unexpected passing on his 77th birthday, September 24, 2023, in Caldwell, Idaho, with his beloved wife, Diane, by his side.

KSD appoints Ross as trustee

The Kellogg School District Board of Trustees swore in Monica Ross as the new Zone 2 trustee on Tuesday night during their monthly board meeting.

Marty and Max:Should I Stay or Should I Go

Is now the right time to sell your home?

Shoshone County loses jail certification

Like many other counties and cities across the country, Shoshone County has seen a rise in crime rates over the past few years. This has led to an increased number of inmates needing to be housed in local and state correctional facilities – many of them over their intended capacity.

Ruby White, 96

Ruby was born October 25, 1926, in Kellogg, Idaho to William “Billy” and Lena Gibson. She served during WWII in the US Coast Guard SPARS. In 1947, she married Max L. White who pre-deceased her in 1995.

Cecil Victor Gray, Jr., 89

Cecil Victor Gray, Jr., 89, of Pinehurst, Idaho, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great and great-great-grandfather, and brother, passed away on October 5, 2023.

Richard 'Dick' Clark, Sr., 69

The Silver Valley lost lifetime Burke resident Dick Clark Sr. on Sept. 14, 2023. Dick may have been the second most famous Dick Clark, but was locally famous to those in the hunting, fishing and mining communities.

Kelly Sue Miller, 56

Kelly Sue Miller, 56, of Cataldo, Idaho, and lifelong resident of the Silver Valley, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on September 30, 2023, at her home in Cataldo.

Dorothy J. Jaggard, 96

Dorothy J. Jaggard, age 96, passed away Sept. 26, 2023, in Silverton, Idaho.

Late summer, early autumn a key time for testing for lead

After spending sun-drenched summer days by the water or driving around North Idaho, the furthest thing from one's mind is the level of lead in their blood. But Panhandle Health District officials say fall is a critical time to test for elevated blood-lead levels to ensure everyone, especially kids, have been keeping active in safe areas away from contaminated soil.

District Judge sides with BOCC in road validation case

Bonner County District Judge Susie Jensen recently upheld a decision by the Shoshone Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) denying a petition for road validation concerning a section of West Fork Pine Creek Road.

Silver Valley Sports Oct. 2 – Oct. 8

Peak wins home invite; Lady Wildcats one win away from CIL title; Wallace girls continue to roll; Miner Football team picks up huge win

Shoshone County jail bookings

Arrests and jail bookings for Shoshone County jail

Nothing beats being a Jackass

Being called a jackass isn’t usually something that folks aspire for – but in Kellogg it’s worn like a badge of honor. More than 600 people participated in the fourth annual Jackass Half-Marathon & 5K race this past weekend and this one went so well that it might’ve broken the mold.

TaTa's Party to benefit cancer patients set for Saturday

Proceeds from Silver Valley event to support Shoshone Cancer Resource Center

The TaTa’s Party began out of a sense of sisterhood when friends in the Silver Valley banded together after one of them was diagnosed with breast cancer.

John Robert Lambros, 83

John Lambros, 83, died peacefully in his sleep on September 18, 2023, at Shoshone Medical Center in Kellogg, Idaho.

Carl Ronald Wilbur, 86

Carl Ronald Wilbur, 86, a lifelong Silver Valley resident, passed away on September 29, 2023, at Shoshone Medical Center in Kellogg, Idaho.

Errol Arford, 81

Errol H. Arford, a long-time resident of the Silver Valley, peacefully passed into the arms of Jesus on September 28, 2023, in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho after suffering a long illness.

Drug trafficking enforcement: 'We're trying to reach a new era'

Recent drug trafficking arrests will likely continue as a trend for the Shoshone County Sheriff's Office

Marty and Max (and TaylorAnne): Real Estate Photography and Copyright

I listed my home a couple of years ago and am getting ready to re-list with a different agent. My new agent wants to bring out another photographer and I don’t want to go through the work of preparing my home again. Can I just reuse the images from the previous agent?

KSD, WSD looking for levy support

The Kellogg and Wallace School Districts are looking to pass supplemental levies in the upcoming election. Both levies are exact replacements for the current tariffs that each respective district is operating under – however, there are a few changes in the KSD levy that may make taxpayers happy.

Silver Valley CARES hosts Halloween costume drive

Gently used costumes are being sought for a Halloween costume drive in the Silver Valley

Songs and stories bring local history to life for Mullan students

Artists in residence teach Mullan students to sing and tell stories

Shoshone County jail bookings

Arrests and bookings from the Shoshone County jail

OPINION: Don’t count on Congress to resolve fiscal mess

Round and round we go, and we all know where this stops. It’s Nov. 17, when Congress will face another chapter of tired talks about a government-shutdown.

Kiwanis Club takes over Osburn Craft Fair

The event has swapped hands just a few times over the years, but this year there will be another changing of the guard now that the event is being run by the Kiwanis Club of the Silver Valley.

SCSO investigating armed robbery on Moon Pass

The Shoshone County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an armed robbery that took place in a remote area south of Wallace.

ITD lowers speed limits in Silver Valley construction zones

Last week the Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) finally acquiesced to requests from the Shoshone County Commissioners and lowered the speed limits through two of the construction areas along Interstate 90.

Silver Valley Sports: Sep. 25 – Oct. 1

Wallace volleyball clinches league championship; Kellogg, Mullan football pick up big road wins; Kellogg volleyball splits league matches; Wildcat runners compete in Spokane.

Have Bible — will travel

Circuit riding preachers take Wallace back in time

Horseback ministers visit for Wallace during history festival

Shoshone County jail bookings

Arrests and bookings for the Shoshone County jail

Kellogg Elks Lodge hosts blood drive

Blood drive and lead testing event held Oct. 3 in Kellogg

Wildcat band plays U of I

Members of the Kellogg High School Band Program recently had the opportunity to travel to the University of Idaho.