Ellington

Helping survivors pick up the pieces

Addressing domestic abuse and violence in the wake of trauma

Shoshone County jail bookings

Arresting and bookings for Shoshone County jail

REGAN: ‘Common nonsense’

Again, Mr. Regan has given his opinion, this time, as a “fact check.” “Progressives are mystified when Republicans work together?” We’re also mystified by the KCRCC and the true Republicans that have not accepted Regan’s “common nonsense.” Not exactly “togetherness.” Cohesion only happens when directed by authority? Well, that perhaps explains why Mr. Trump has succeeded as the cult leader of such a cohesive bunch of Republicans which has divided our democracy and threatens it. It also explains how the KCRCC has succeeded so well in damaging NIC, libraries and various boards of directors in the county.

Ronnie Carlson, 85

Ronnie was born Oct. 12, 1937, to Anna (Cordes) and Rudolph Carlson in Warren, Minn. He passed Sept. 5, 2023, in Spokane, Wash.

Marty and Max: Real Estate Recipes

Today we will discuss two ways to buy an actively marketed home at a bargain, where you actually want to live.

BOCC responds to former commissioners' accusations

The Shoshone Board of County Commissioners has come under fire in recent weeks from previous board members concerning the duties of the current board.

Silveroxx wraps up resort's summer season

To most people, 3,400 feet of vertical descent sounds like a nightmare – but for extreme mountain bikers it might just be heaven on Earth.

What’s the score?

New scoreboards spruce up Wallace gymnasium

KCSO investigating attempted jail suicide in Wallace

The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating an attempted suicide that happened inside the Shoshone County Jail last week.

Lonie Marie Wuolle, 72

Lonie Marie Wuolle, 72, of Kellogg, ID, passed away on September 13, 2023 at the Schneidmiller Hospice House in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.

Clarence William Shulze, 100

Clarence William Shulze, 100, beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, with too many greats to mention, passed away on September 17, 2023, at Silverton Health and Rehabilitation of Cascadia in Silverton, Idaho.

Behind closed doors

Domestic abuse can fly under the radar

Domestic abuse can fly under the radar

MY TURN: Shoshone County BOCC blaming others, working less

This letter is to express my own opinion, and no one else’s. The new commissioners are pointing fingers and blaming us for overspending for the last four years, but not saying what we overspent on. Why?

Road scholars

Shoshone County public works staff earn certification

Road Scholar certificates will help Shoshone County compete for future grants

The 'new' Bunker Hill

Last week Idaho Gov. Brad Little joined Bunker Hill Mining Corp. CEO Sam Ash and Board Chairman Richard Williams for a brief groundbreaking ceremony outside of the mine’s Russell Portal.

Silver Valley Sports: Sep. 18 - Sep. 24

Silver Valley football teams go 3-0! Kellogg and Wallace volleyball continue their winning ways; Makai Peak and Ryken White pace Wildcat runners.

Shoshone County jail bookings

Arrests and jail bookings for Shoshone County jail

Barbara Daly, 77

Barbara Daly, 77 years old, passed away on September 14, 2023, at Kootenai Memorial Hospital in Coeur d‘Alene, Idaho.

‘Root cause’ of criminal cases often mental health issues

A look into the criminal justice system and how it can intersect with mental health issues in Shoshone County

SCSO investigating attempted murder/suicide

One man is on life support, and a woman and dog were both shot following an alleged attempted murder-suicide in the Woodland Park area of Burke Canyon, north of Wallace.

USS Idaho crew visits Kellogg High School

USS Idaho crew visits the Silver Valley

Shoshone County jail bookings

Arrests and bookings for Shoshone County

Fall for History explores different cultures

Different cultures celebrated during Fall for History event in Wallace

Shoshone man receives suspended sentence in abuse case

A Shoshone County man accused of multiple sex crimes against a minor was sentenced to two suspended but consecutive terms of 10 years in prison earlier this week in Shoshone County District Court.

Busy week for Shoshone first responders highlights collaboration between agencies

Beginning with the head-on collision last Wednesday that closed I-90 near Pinehurst for over 12 hours, it’s been one major call out or another each day ever since.

Marty and Max: Market Segments

In today’s column, we are NOT going to discuss the market. Rather, we ARE discussing how to read and interpret the data when you do choose to look at the market.

Michael Edward Darrar, 56

On July 13, 2023, my husband, best friend, and love of my life passed peacefully. Michael (Mike) surpassed many odds having lived an incredible 56 years with Cystic Fibrosis (C.F.).

Sci-fi celebration of 'Center of the Universe'

Wallace is the probable "Center of the Universe" and celebrated the rededication in style on Sept. 16

Silver Valley Sports Recap: Sept. 11-17

Kellogg and Wallace volleyball continue to roll; Mullan beats Wallace on the gridiron; Kellogg football continues to struggle

"A perfect fit"

New principal at KMS looks to being stability to the Kellogg School District.

20-plus years teaching in the Coeur d’Alene area, including stops at Coeur d’Alene High School, Lake City High School, and Kootenai Behavioral Center, has sharpened Arman’s ability to connect and interact with the students she leads in a positive, hands-on way that feels perfect for middle school-aged students.

Shoshone County jail bookings

Arrests and bookings for the Shoshone County jail

New equipment breathes life into playground

Wallace playground receives a facelift

Lucky Friday suspends production, recalls miners for egress work

While the workforce may be returning, Hecla’s Lucky Friday Mine will not be in production for the remainder of 2023.

City clerk transition underway in Smelterville

A transition is underway concerning the position of the Smelterville city clerk

Jackasses needed

One of the Silver Valley’s biggest and newest events is filling up quickly and still needs volunteers. The fourth annual Jackass Half-Marathon and 5K is less than a month away and the organizers are working diligently to put the final touches on what should be another great event.

Marty and Max (and TaylorAnne): IS THE REAL ESTATE MARKET UP IN SMOKE?

Selling a home is a stressful, personal, and emotional process. This is why it is crucial to partner with a trusted professional who takes the time to understand your goals, your motivations, and your reasoning for selling to ensure your real estate dreams do not go up in smoke.

Montana man facing trafficking charges following traffic stop

19 grams of heroin, almost a pound of methamphetamine, approximately 500 fentanyl pills, and a firearm were seized after a Montana man was stopped for a suspected DUI.

Sale closing date announced for future Maverik site

Buyer's agreement has been signed for Smelterville Maverik site

Shoshone County jail bookings

Arrests and bookings for Shoshone County jail

'Center of the Universe' rededication and putt-putt tournament

Center of the Universe festivities planned in Wallace

River nonprofit announces total tire haul

The Friends of the River Coalition have announced the total amount of tires hauled

12-hour closure following I-90 accident

A collision between two semi trucks on Interstate 90 late Wednesday evening resulted in a 12-hour road closure.

Kaylor pleads not guilty

Arguments also heard concerning case's non-dissemination order.

Accused murderer Majorjon Kaylor pleaded not guilty to all five of the felony charges he currently faces during his arraignment on Wednesday morning.

Julie M. Bucho, 97

Julie M. Bucho, 97 and a half, of Smelterville, ID, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother passed away on September 7, 2023, at Shoshone Medical Center in Kellogg, ID.

Warren Lee Sperry, 79

Warren Lee Sperry, 79, of Osburn, Idaho passed away peacefully on September 9, 2023, surrounded by his loving family in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho

Margaret L. Banks, 74

Margaret Louise Banks, 74, of Osburn, Idaho, beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on September 9, 2023, at Kootenai Health in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.

Silver Valley Sports Recap: Sept. 4-10

Wallace Volleyball remains undefeated; Kellogg Volleyball gets big win in Clarkston; Mullan Football still kings of the NSL.

‘Today, I’m just a firefighter’

Climbers made 12 laps up flights of stairs in Wallace to commemorate first responders who died on 9/11

Shoshone County jail bookings

Arrests and bookings for Shoshone County jail

Arraignment Wednesday in Shoshone County murder case

Kaylor, 31, will have an opportunity to enter a plea to the five felony charges that he currently faces, including four counts of first-degree murder and one count of burglary.

Silver Valley caregivers honored

Patience, compassion, and a keen eye are just a few of the traits needed to be a good caregiver. In Shoshone County, the staff at Access Care at Home routinely demonstrate how quality care can help a person maintain their independence, no matter their age or disability.

Donita Day, 83

It is with heavy hearts that we share that we've lost our dear mother, Donita G. Day.

Addressing mental health needs a must in the Silver Valley

A look into Shoshone County's mental health assessment and future resources

Shoshone County jail bookings

Bookings and arrests at the Shoshone County jail

Exhibition ties in ‘awareness, education, love, community’

A new exhibition in Kellogg features artwork by local queer artists and allies

OPINION: Leadership choices as bad as they can get

Idaho Congressman Russ Fulcher is a self-described optimist, but he has trouble putting a smiley face to what he’s seeing on the national level.

COACHES: Teach mental skills as well

Students return to school soon. Fall sports begin, and millions of kids nationwide will be participating in fall sports programs. Coaches are busy teaching and refining multiple athletic skills necessary for their athletes to succeed in competition.

ITD rejects request to lower reduce speeds in Shoshone work zones

From the bottom of Fourth of July Pass to the Idaho/Montana border there are four different construction zones along Interstate 90 where traffic is reduced to single lanes in each direction. The speed limits through these zones have become a topic of much debate as many feel that 65 miles per hour is simply too fast.

Burn permits available in Shoshone County

The Shoshone County Fire Chief’s Association has determined it is time to move the fire danger from HIGH to MODERATE for the local areas. With the move, they are also announcing that fire safety burn permits for small yard debris piles and burn barrels are available for issue.

Marty and Max: How To Ensure You Are Insured

Home values and building costs are rising. How can I ensure my home is protected so if my home burned to the ground I can afford to rebuild?

BOCC approves budget, now focusing on audit

The Shoshone Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) unanimously approved a $17 million county budget for the 2023/24 fiscal year – but it will not be the last we hear of the much-maligned financial plan.

Charline Louise Tillotson, 80

Charline Louise Tillotson, 80, of Post Falls, Idaho unexpectedly passed away on July 29, 2023.

Rallying around the Cd'A River

Annual cleanup a success

Aboard the SS Tired, volunteers hauled more than 1,500 pounds of tires, tarps and other car parts from the North Fork of the Coeur d'Alene River on Aug. 26.

Stair climb honors lives lost on 9/11

Wallace event raises funds for Idaho first responders killed or injured in line of duty

The local 9/11 stair climb initially was a private matter for firefighters in the Shoshone Fire District No. 1 wishing to honor their counterparts in the 2001 attacks on Sept. 11, but in the seven years since its local start, it has become an event open to everyone. Shoshone County District No. 1 Fire Chief John Miller said he is hoping for the climb to return to pre-COVID previous numbers of participants and observers.

Maverik gas station groundbreaking on the horizon

It has been a long process to get a county-owned property at the intersection of Airport Road and Commerce Drive ready to become a Maverik gas station, but according to Smelterville Mayor Tom Benson, groundbreaking is only weeks away.

Silver Valley Sports Recap: Aug 28 - Sep. 3

Local teams back in action

Like a troubled bridge over water... or something like that

The bridge, which crosses the St. Joe River connecting the St. Joe River Road and the Northside Road near the Marble Creek area, needed an entirely new deck after Shoshone County Public Works director Jessica Stutzke had been informed by the Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) that it had been classified as a critical finding.

Take a breath

Monitor air quality and its effects in loved ones

During the heat of a long fire season, the reds and purples of the rainbow take on a more ominous meaning. Unhealthy air levels are 151 to 200 and are indicated by red. Very unhealthy levels are shown through purple hues when the air quality increases to levels between 201 to 300, and hazardous levels are maroon with air quality levels being 301 to 500. The biggest concern during days filled with smoke is what particles are being left behind in your respiratory system?

Marty and Max: Where is the market going?

Where is the market going and how will the year-end? Is the market going to crash? How will the market react to 7.25% rates or perhaps 8% rates? Will inventory increase?

Bolstering Shoshone County mental health resources

There are 850 citizens in Shoshone County to one mental health care provider, according to the Population Health Institute at the University of Wisconsin. In comparison, the statewide breakdown works out to about 420 people to one mental health provider across Idaho.

Meet April Muhs: Student of life

April Muhs loves learning and sharing her gifts with others

Shoshone County jail bookings

Arrests and bookings for Shoshone County jail

Shoshone County makes budget cuts

Shoshone County will have a public meeting this coming Tuesday, where they will bring the proposed budget before the community for comment and potential approval.

Navy veteran cycling group stops in Kellogg

Members of the United States Naval Academy Class of 1983 have undertaken a serious challenge in the name of raising funds for various groups that provide support for veterans.