BLM to sell Shoshone County timber

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is offering the Gentle Annie Timber Sale, totaling approximately 493,000 board feet, for commercial thinning on 100 acres near Mullan, east of Kellogg in Shoshone County.

Gary Ross, 82

In Loving Memory of Gary Norlen Ross U.S. Coast Guard (Retired) November 18, 1942 – April 25, 2025

County considering St. Joe River Road work

Last week, the Shoshone County Commissioners met with Public Works Director Jessica Stutzke to discuss the 23-mile stretch of road between Avery and Calder.

Fire officials urge safety during coming days

As the Fourth of July approaches, local and state agencies are urging the public to celebrate safely—especially in fire-prone areas like North Idaho.

Shoshone County leaders offer messages of support following tragedy

The shocking acts of violence committed against the city of Coeur d’Alene and its first responders on Sunday afternoon sent shockwaves across the nation. In neighboring Shoshone County, elected officials, law enforcement, and EMS personnel are standing in solidarity with their counterparts in Kootenai County.

Kenyon (Kenny) Davis, 65

Kenyon “Kenny” Lloyd Davis February 21, 1960 – May 25, 2025

Shooting suspect in firefighter slainings identified

The man suspected of killing two local firefighters has been identified by multiple news agencies as Wess Roley, 20. An anonymous source confirmed that name with The Press on Monday.

Edward Allen Peterson, 75

Edward Allen Peterson, 75, of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, passed away on October 4, 2024 at the Schneidmiller Hospice House in Coeur d’Alene. Edward was born on August 12, 1949, in Kellogg, Idaho, a son of the late Edward and Delores (Hunter) Peterson.

Ronald Dean McCracken, 87

Ronald Dean McCracken, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on June 19th at the age of 87. Born June 15, 1938, in Lewiston, Idaho, to Cecil and Inez McCracken

Shane Victor Cordeau, 38

Shane was 38 when he unexpectedly passed away on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, from diabetic ketoacidosis. Shane was born December 16, 1986, in Sun Valley, Idaho

Bob Cochrane, 82

Bob Cochrane, a lifelong Cataldo area resident, passed away Friday, June 20, 2025, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was 82. A Celebration of Life gathering will be held Friday, June 27th, at 3:00 PM at The Timbers Roadhouse in Cataldo.

Shoshone BOCC adopts new meeting rules

Last week, the Shoshone County Commissioners formally adopted a new set of rules to guide all future meetings.

Housing shortage causing concern for Silver Valley leaders

Finding quality, affordable housing in Shoshone County has become increasingly difficult due to a combination of economic, geographic, and social factors. For Paige Olsen, director of the Silver Valley Economic Development Corporation (SVEDC), solving this long-standing issue has become a mission. But despite her tireless efforts, progress remains elusive.

Silver Kings Hard Enduro results: Saturday, June 14

Winners from Saturday's races in Kellogg.

County seeks public comment over potential North Fork road work

Shoshone County Public Works Director Jessica Stutzke met with the county commissioners earlier this week to discuss several road failures in the North Fork Coeur d’Alene River region of the county.

Dive team making a comeback in Shoshone County

According to Shoshone County Sheriff Holly Lindsey, discussions to reform the team began a few years ago. In the years since, Shoshone Fire District #2 Chief Scott Dietrich has taken an active lead on restarting the group.

Bridge project to be discussed at open house

An open house is scheduled for Wednesday to discuss an upcoming bridge project near Osburn.

Ron Spaulding, 79

Ronald Leroy Spaulding passed away at his home in Pinehurst, Idaho, on May 24, 2025. Ron was 79 years old.

Washington man facing aggravated DUI charge following holiday weekend crash

A Cheney man is facing multiple felony charges after an alcohol-related crash over Memorial Day weekend sent two people to the hospital.

"An incredibly personal endeavor"

Brooks Hotel to celebrate major milestone in ongoing renovation project

Ongoing work at the Brooks Hotel has reached another major milestone, according to owner Emily Nelson.