Guilty verdict returned in Shoshone County fentanyl trial
A Montana man was found guilty of numerous drug-related charges following a trial last week in Shoshone County.
Pub Crawl this weekend in Wallace
It's beers and blues this Saturday as the Wallace Chamber hosts their annual North Idaho Craft Beer Pub Crawl.
Mental health clinic opens in Osburn
A familiar building has a new tenant now that WestWind Wellness Clinic has opened in the former Shoshone News-Press office.
South Fork Sewer District hosting workshops to discuss rate increases
The South Fork Sewer District will be hosting three workshops to discuss upcoming rate increases for its customers.
Leadman sells out during cold weekend
After five straight years of Leadman being run in near-perfect Spring conditions, Silver Mountain Marketing Manager and race organizer Gus Colburn said that the event was due for a bad weather day. Despite the tough conditions, Leadman was a muddy good time for athletes, volunteers, and spectators alike.
Montana woman pleads not guilty to trafficking charges
A Montana woman pleaded not guilty to trafficking charges on Monday morning during an arraignment in Shoshone County’s District Court.
Favorite things about the Silver Valley: Lookout Pass Free Ski School
For more than eight decades, the Lookout Pass Free Ski School has been teaching area youth the ins and outs necessary to hit the slopes.
Osburn church fire ruled an accident
A fire that broke out inside the Seventh Day Adventist Chruch during the early hours of Thursday morning has been ruled accidental, according to the Idaho State Fire Marshal’s Office.
More work needed at Moon Pass rockslide site
Additional work is needed to stabilize a section of Moon Pass that was buried beneath a rockslide over a year ago.
Cat Wranglers gearing up for purr-fect fundraiser
It's that time of the year again, spring has sprung, and the Silver Valley’s feral feline population is heading toward a stray cat-astrophe.
Montana man pleads guilty in fentanyl case
A Montana man pleaded guilty to possession of fentanyl with intent to deliver on Monday morning at the Shoshone County Courthouse.
Lights, camera, action for local film festival
Cinephiles of the Silver Valley had better get their popcorn ready because the Idaho Panhandle Film Festival is this Saturday.
Neon sign sparks fire in Pinehurst
Idaho State Fire Marshals said a faulty neon sign resulted in a fire on Thursday evening at Jim’s Towing and Auto Repair.
Leadman just days away
The 21st annual Leadman Triathlon is this weekend, and recent weather has the racecourse looking like one for the ages.
Shoshone County to look before they LEAP
The Shoshone County Commissioners decided against entering into an agreement with LEAP Charities concerning a property in Silverton.
Idaho Supreme Court hears road validation appeal
The fate of a much-debated section of road in Shoshone County went before the Idaho Supreme Court on Wednesday at the University of Idaho.
One person charged, another released following domestic incident in Kellogg
A Kellogg woman has been charged with aggravated battery with traumatic injury following a strange incident last Friday night.
Shooters gonna shoot
Silver Valley boy to compete at Elks Hoops Shoot National Competition
Bridger Heyn is a unique kid. He doesn’t play video games, he doesn’t watch a ton of TV, and he isn’t glued to a cell phone or tablet. He plays basketball, like, a lot of basketball. Something that is pretty easy to recognize from the second he walks into any gym.
Passionate members fuel improvements at PGC
For 97 years, the Pinehurst Gold Course has been a popular stop for casual linksters, but the course’s staff and club members are hoping that a few upgrades can make the experience even better.
County officials hopeful for SRS
Shoshone County Public Works Director Jessica Stutzke met with the Shoshone County Commissioners to discuss the potential impacts if the Secure Rural Schools Reauthorization Act of 2025 is not passed.
Bridge work set to begin in Kellogg
Traffic in Kellogg is going to be a little different this year as work begins on the Bunker Ave. Bridge.
SCSO creates new medical staff position
The Shoshone County Sheriff’s Office is hiring for a position they officially created last week after meeting with the county commissioners.
Chamber Murder Mystery event next week in Wallace
Does an evening of mystery, murder, and fun sound like a good time? Then check out the Silver Valley Chamber’s upcoming interactive production, Murder Mystery: Future Stars of the Silver Valley.
House fire results in animal deaths
Officials say a heat lamp caused a house fire that resulted in the death of several animals near the Rose Lake Cutoff on Monday night.
ILED graduation highlights program's strengths
A Silver Valley woman had her charges dismissed as Shoshone County celebrated its first ILED graduate on Monday at the Shoshone County Courthouse.
Hunter Ed. class returning to Shoshone County next month
Pinehurst Elementary School will play host to a Hunter Education Course next month, but spots are limited.
"Fill-in" strategy working at Shoshone County Jail
The Shoshone County Commissioners met with Shoshone County Sheriff Holly Lindsey and Undersheriff Lance Stutzke last week where they updated the board on the status of their jail fill-in strategy.
Recent snowfall helps Silver Valley ski hills
Mid-March snowstorms have put the Silver Valley’s local ski hills in prime position to finish the winter strong.
Jury trial returns guilty verdict for Silver Valley woman facing drug charges
A Silver Valley woman is facing up to seven years in prison after a jury returned a guilty verdict last Wednesday in Shoshone County’s District Court.
Rosters announced for District 1 All-Star Game
The annual senior showcase is one of the signature events for District 1’s hardwood standouts, but it’s also a major event for the Mullan Jr./Sr. High School’s athletic department.
Sheriff responds to post questioning inmate's death
The Shoshone County Sheriff’s Office released a lengthy statement on Wednesday night regarding the November death of an inmate after an anonymous social media post encouraged people to take a closer look at the circumstances surrounding the man's death.
Silver Valley Sports: Storey of the Year
It was 10 days ago when Colton Storey capped off a stellar season by winning the 113-pound championship at the 3A State Wrestling Championships in Pocatello, but the sophomore sensation already has his eyes on repeating – or even three-peating over the coming years.
Local PT wins regional healthcare award
Mountain Valley of Cascadia’s Director of Rehabilitation Tara Lodi, was recently presented with the company’s 2025 Peak Performer Award at the Cascadia Summit in Huntington Beach, California.
'Keep wild animals wild'
An unfortunate situation in Osburn last month resulted in the Idaho Department of Fish and Game dispatching a young moose who had taken up residency inside the town.
Nunsense comes to Sixth Street
The popular off-Broadway show is making its way to the stage in Wallace for the sixth time and stars Joy Persoon, Carol Roberts, Angela Curl, Naomi Medley, and Emily Hasz as the titular nuns, with theater veteran Paul Roberts in the director’s chair.
High speed chase near Pinehurst ends in CDA
A Montana man driving a stolen vehicle led law enforcement on a multi-county high-speed chase earlier this week.
Wallace to host public hearing for special event ordinance
A much-maligned piece of legislation is up for public comment once again, as the Wallace City Council will host a public hearing on its proposed Special Events Ordinance.
Shoshone County amends budget to track jail spending
The Shoshone County Commissioners amended their budget last week to accurately track spending by the Shoshone County Sheriff's Office.
Shoshone County's first fentanyl trafficking offender sentenced
Two individuals were sentenced on Monday in connection with Shoshone County’s first fentanyl trafficking case since Idaho passed new legislation concerning the dangerous opioid.
Superintendents discuss education scorecard results
A recent study reveals Idaho's schools ranked 30th in math recovery and 38th in reading from 2019–2024. While some local districts show progress in the post-pandemic educational landscape, others continue working to create more stable learning environments.
SCSO seeks Border Patrol grant
Captain Seth Green with the Shoshone County Sheriff’s Department met with the Shoshone County Commissioners earlier this month, where they approved his request to pursue a grant from the United States Border Patrol (USBP).
Crisis resource available in Shoshone County
A new resource aims to add another resource in the fight against suicide in Shoshone County.
Don't stress the high water... yet
Areas throughout Shoshone County are under a flood advisory alert according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). However, county officials aren’t raising the alarm just yet.
'The RATs are coming'
The RATs, as they prefer to be called, have already made a significant impact on the community, busting up meth labs, halting trafficking operations, arresting drug dealers, and removing mass quantities of harmful substances like fentanyl from area denizens.
North Idaho Physical Therapy buys Kellogg clinic
Justin Kane and Cory Lewis took over the operation of Kellogg Physical Therapy earlier this year and have brought it under Kane’s North Idaho Physical Therapy, BioPerformance Institute umbrella.
Kellogg man found guilty of drug charges
On February 12, Kenton Isom, 39, of Kellogg was convicted of three felonies, including possession of fentanyl in various forms, possession of methamphetamine, attempted destruction or concealment of the controlled substances, and a misdemeanor charge of possession of drug paraphernalia.
Earthquake shakes Silver Valley
Folks settling in for the evening on Monday night got quite the shock when an earthquake briefly rattled through the area.
Entrega especial
Two firefighters from Shoshone County Fire District #2 will be going on the adventure of a lifetime all in the name of goodwill.
KPD investigating hit and run
Kellogg Police are looking for community help locating a vehicle and driver involved in a hit-and-run that occurred on Sunday afternoon.
Wildcat boys rally to support local girl
The Wildcat community rallied around some of their own recently, when the Kellogg High School Boys Basketball team turned a busy weekend into what has become known as the “Live for Viv” Fundraiser.