Friday, June 28
Kellogg YMCA building not salvageable
The YMCA building on McKinley Avenue holds a special place in local history for many, but after a lack of use and degrading building conditions, DEQ and the Silver Valley Economic Development Corp. believe the structure has reached the end of its lifetime.
Favorite things about the Silver Valley: A sense of community
Sometimes our favorite things aren’t things at all, they might be intangible concepts like ideas or feelings. In the Silver Valley, the most prevalent intangible is its sense of community.
OPINION: Data expert debunks Trump’s election claims
So, you still think that the 2020 presidential election was “rigged” and that former President Trump should have been in the White House all along. Perhaps you believe Trump when he continues to insist that he won the election by a wide margin.
Shoshone County jail bookings
Arrests and bookings for the Shoshone County jail.
Area agencies encourage Fourth of July safety
Firework season is upon us, and many local and state agencies are hoping that people stay safe as they celebrate the Fourth of July.
Marty and Max: Fernan Lake - Passion, Persistence, and Community Spirit
Fernan Lake and its surrounding area offer a unique blend of country charm and urban convenience.
Armed standoff ends peacefully in Osburn
Early this morning, the Shoshone County Sheriff’s Office responded to an intoxicated individual armed with a handgun in the city of Osburn.
Thursday, June 27
Moon Pass opening Thursday evening
After three months of work to clear a rockslide that occurred in early April, Shoshone County Public Works Director Jessica Stutzke announced the pass would be open at 5 p.m. on Thursday, June 27.
SCSO locate missing man near Bumblebee
On Thursday afternoon, deputies with the Shoshone County Sheriff's Office located a man who had been missing for roughly 12 hours in a remote area of the county.
Tuesday, June 25
Register now for Silver Valley school supply giveaway for families in need
Silver Valley families coming from low-income households are invited to sign up for a Salvation Army school supply giveaway July 16 and 17 at 114 W Riverside, Ave., Kellogg.
Frankie Mogensen, 98
Frankie Jean Mogensen died on May 1, 2024. She was born August 17, 1925, to Frank E. and Jean Zanetti Wilson.
Shoshone County jail bookings
Arrests and jail bookings for Shoshone County.
Easement, license agreements amended by Shoshone BOCC
Earlier this month, Shoshone County Commissioners agreed to amend an easement agreement between the county and Buell Bros. Incorporated (BBI) allowing them to replace a bridge over Elk Creek along Potlatch Road in the southern region of Shoshone County near Herrick Park.
Gary Ross Rauenhorst, 79
Gary Ross Rauenhorst, 79, of Kellogg, Idaho
Work set to begin on I-90 Cataldo Bridge
The Cataldo Bridge, spanning the Coeur d’Alene River, has been in place for 60 years, but over the next three summer construction seasons, the bridge will be fully replaced.
School resource officers making KSD a safer place
At Kellogg Middle School and Kellogg High School, dedicated School Resource Officers (SRO) Deputy Adam Durflinger and Deputy Mike Groves are working to ensure kids stay safe.
Friday, June 21
After 20 years, Shoshone Medical Center gets new digital records system
After 20 years of serving Shoshone Medical Center’s patients, the hospital logged on to a new records system this month.
Shososhone County jail bookings
Arrests and bookings for Shoshone County jail.
County moving forward with wage study
A wage study has been discussed for several years, but those conversations intensified over recent months as Shoshone County has worked toward navigating a potential multi-million-dollar budget shortfall. That shortfall, coupled with discussions of potential wage freezing for county employees has many residents concerned with how the county is spending its funds.
Idaho Servant Adventures seeks to help Shoshone County residents
Residents needing minor home repairs in the Silver Valley are being sought for a summer service project through Lutherhaven. Idaho Servant Adventures is preparing to send out over 600 young volunteers this summer to impact the community through acts of service such as painting homes or small home repairs.
Ray Earl Hansen, 79
Ray Earl Hansen, age 79, peacefully passed away on the afternoon of June 17, 2024, at his home in Wallace, Idaho.
Frankie Mogensen, 98
Frankie Jean Mogensen died on May 1, 2024. She was born August 17, 1925, to Frank E. and Jean Zanetti Wilson.
Gayle Leah (Caron) Fuller, 86
Gayle Leah (Caron) Fuller, 86, of Osburn, Idaho, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully at her home in Osburn, surrounded by her family, on June 19, 2024.
Dan Nyborg, 73
Ceremony for Dan Nyborg
Lynn Marie Sawyer, 67
Lynn Marie Sawyer, 67, of Kingston, ID, passed away on June 15, 2024, at her home in Kingston.
Born Learning Trail opens at West Shoshone Park
Learning happens everywhere a child goes, but parents, grandparents, and caregivers may not always know how to support that learning in everyday situations.
Mountain West Bank tackles cemetery cleanup
On Wednesday, the staff of Mountain West Bank and a handful of volunteers tackled the massive job of going up to the cemetery for a cleanup project.
Tuesday, June 18
Search called off for missing woman
The official search for a missing Smelterville woman has been called off according to the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office.
Shoshone County jail bookings
Arrests and bookings for Shoshone County jail.
Friends of the River Coalition adds shuttle to river recreation this summer
The Friends of the River Coalition have unveiled a shuttle bus to help alleviate parking issues in the North Fork of the Coeur d'Alene River in Kingston.
Moon Pass expected to reopen in July
A rockslide that blocked the road over Moon Pass has been cleared and crews expect to have the roadway opened early next month, according to Shoshone County Planning and Zoning Director Jessica Stutzke.
Colleen Sharon Milholland, 79
Colleen Sharon Milholland, 79, of Pinehurst, ID, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on June 14, 2024.
Annette Marie DeMasters, 52
Annette Marie DeMasters, beloved mother, daughter, sister and aunt, age 52, of Columbus, Montana, passed away on Wednesday, June 5, 2024, in Billings, Montana.
Wallace passes noise ordinance
The new ordinance was a revised version after the original draft ordinance had been heavily scrutinized by locals, concerned by how it could potentially impact businesses in Wallace’s commercial district.
Monday, June 17
KCSO searching for missing woman
The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office is currently searching for a missing woman in the area surrounding the Cataldo Boat Launch.
Friday, June 14
Two airlifted after ATV crash in Shoshone County
An ATV crash Wednesday in Shoshone County involved injuries to two people and required Life Flight and Two Bear Air to lift them to receive medical care, according to a social media release by the Shoshone County Sheriff’s Office.
Shoshone County jail bookings
Arrests and jail bookings for Shoshone County jail
Kellogg hopes to grow Fourth of July celebration
The city of Kellogg is making a concerted effort to revive its annual Fourth of July celebration. After years of hit-or-miss events, Kellogg community planner Monica Miller has put together a plan that she hopes will revitalize the holiday in the Silver Valley.
One of the Silver Valley's finest: Sgt. Maj. David Nimrick
On Wednesday, David Nimrick graduated from the Sergeants Major Academy and was promoted to Sergeant Major in the United States Army.
Favorite things about the Silver Valley: Elmer's Fountain
The Silver Valley is full of special places. Many of them are front and center in the community, but some of them are hidden in plain sight. One of the more unique spots is Elmer’s Fountain.
Wine, artisan items, snacks on the menu at Nocturn in Kellogg
Sister site to Radio Brewing Company opens
There wasn’t necessarily a fully realized plan in mind in 2019 when Ashley Malcolm bought the property on Emerson Lane, but the opportunity was too good for her to pass up.
Marty and Max: Clagstone Ranch – The Spirit of North Idaho's Rugged Individualism
Wyatt Earp, the legendary lawman of the Wild West, arrived in Coeur d’Alene during the rush of 1884 and was appointed deputy sheriff of Kootenai County. According to the Spokane Falls Review, in one particularly heated altercation, around 50 shots were exchanged when Wyatt and his brother Jim stepped between the warring factions. With remarkable composure, they stood amid the flying bullets, joking about the participants' poor marksmanship. Earp emerged as a local businessman, road builder, and community leader, leaving a lasting legacy in the region.
Tuesday, June 11
Poorman named magistrate judge
Tristan Poorman is the newest magistrate judge for the First Judicial District, filling the vacancy created by Judge Ross Pittman’s appointment to the Kootenai County District Court bench.
Forever Idaho grant funding up for grabs, closes this week
Grant applications are currently open for the Forever Idaho Grant Program through Idaho Community Foundation. The grant program strives to address a range of emerging needs among nonprofits to better communities and the deadline for applications for North Idaho is Saturday, June 15.
Food insecurity on the rise in Shoshone County, statewide
Food insecurity is on the rise across the state, with Shoshone County topping the chart with about 2,220 people or 16.5% of the population experiencing instability around providing stable food sources, according to Map the Meal Gap report recently released through Feeding America.
Shoshone County hosting free weed spray events
The Shoshone County Noxious Weed Advisory Board has three free spray days they hope the public takes advantage of in the coming weeks.
Wallace Chamber seeks volunteers for visitor center
With about 30,000 visitors using resources each year at the Wallace Visitor Center, the Wallace Chamber of Commerce is looking for help.
Gyro Days begin this week
The event kicks off Wednesday afternoon club members will be live in Downtown Wallace generating excitement for the official commencement of the festival on Thursday – during the live event, viewers will get a chance to preview some of the attractions of the days ahead, including food, beverages, a few jokes and games, and even be a few Lead Creek Derby tickets will be available.
Colburn elected ISAA President
Silver Mountain General Manager Jeff Colburn was recently elected to become the new president of the Idaho Ski Areas Association Board of Directors.
Janice Elaine Solum, 80
Janice Elaine Solum of Wallace, Idaho, passed at home May 30, 2024.
Shoshone County jail bookings
Arrests and jail bookings for Shoshone County jail
Friday, June 7
Betting on himself
Longtime coach and AD Stetson Spooner resigns from Mullan School District
Spooner served the district as head football coach, athletic director, and the small district’s P.E. and health teacher, but decided to step down from all positions at the conclusion of the 2023/24 school year.
Shoshone County jail bookings
Arrests and jail bookings for Shoshone County jail
Shoshone County switches recycling contractors amid bid dispute
After a review of two recycling company bids, the Shoshone Board of County Commissioners voted last week to make a switch from MCE Garbage and Recycling to KP Auto Salvage. MCE has been handling the county’s recycling since 2018.
TRUMP: Jury decided his guilt
TRIAL WAS RIGGED? PURE FALLACY! Ralph Ginorio writes in a June 5 letter that Trump’s trial was rigged. A jury of carefully chosen peers, both male and female, justifiably decided his GUILT! Comparing this trial in any way to a Russian justice system is pure idiocy. I notice you didn’t use any examples of “illegitimate means” that Democrats have used.
Vonda Faye Aamodt, 88
Vonda Faye Aamodt, 88, of Kellogg, Idaho, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister, passed away June 5, 2024, at Silverton Health and Rehabilitation of Cascadia in Silverton, Idaho, surrounded by her family.
BOCC looking for more office space
Concerns over open meeting laws and privacy highlighted
The Shoshone Board of County Commissioners elected to pause discussions about remodeling their office on Tuesday morning.
Gloria Culver, 71
Gloria June Culver was born on Jan. 27, 1953, to Ruth H. (Thompson) Bjorklund and Tracy A. Bjorklund in Maywood, Calif.
William Michael Lowery, 38
William Michael Lowery, 38
OPINION: GOP celebrates Trump convictions
Forget about Nikki Haley coming out of the woodwork at the Republican National Convention to rescue the party from a bad situation.
MARGASON FAMILY: Thank you for support during difficult time
The family of Rich Margason would like to thank everyone who called, stopped by and sent cards during our difficult time.
Wednesday, June 5
WSD not moving to 4-day week
The Wallace School District will not be exploring a transition to a four-day school week for the 2024/25 school year, despite neighboring Kellogg School District’s decision to adopt the shortened week.
Baker retires from Hecla
Cassie Boggs, board chair, named interim president, CEO
As contemplated by Hecla’s existing management succession plan, Ms. Boggs will be assisted in managing the affairs of the Company by a committee comprised of Russell Lawlar, Senior Vice President – Chief Financial Officer, Carlos Aguilar, Vice President – Operations, and Mike Clary, Senior Vice President – Chief Administrative Officer.
Tuesday, June 4
Silver Valley swimming pools announce summer schedules
Summertime is swimming time and the three swimming pools in the Silver Valley are geared up for a full season of fun.
Silver Bridge discussed heavily at open house
The Silver Bridge, which crosses the North Fork of the Coeur d’Alene River and conjoins the Old River Road with Coeur d’Alene River Road, was originally scheduled to begin construction in September of this year, but that has been pushed back due to several issues.
Kellogg-born reigning Miss Alaska vies for Miss Volunteer America
It’s been years in the making, but after her pageant debut in a beauty pageant as a child in Coeur d’Alene, the reigning Miss Alaska, Holly Helena Huber is going on to compete in the national Miss Volunteer America Pageant in two weeks in Tennessee. Huber also has connections to the Silver Valley before her family made the move to Juneau, Alaska 12 years ago.
Continuance filed in Kellogg manslaughter case
A Shoshone County manslaughter case is moving forward following recent motions filed by both the defendants and the state.
Shoshone County looking for internet speed test participants
In most areas, there are enough broadband connections to keep the system running without a major malfunction, but in the Silver Valley, that’s not the case, Shoshone County grant administrator Colleen Rosson pointed out Monday during a phone interview.
Shoshone County jail bookings
Arrests and bookings for Shoshone County jail
Permitting open for suction dredge mining
The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) has finalized the Idaho Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (IPDES) general permit for Small Suction Dredge Mining.
Shoshone County looking for internet speed test participants
In most areas, there are enough broadband connections to keep the system running without a major malfunction, but in the Silver Valley, that’s not the case, Shoshone County grant administrator Colleen Rosson pointed out Monday during a phone interview.
