Briefs

| June 13, 2015 9:00 PM

Task force seeks fugitive

The North Idaho Violent Crimes Task Force is seeking information leading to the apprehension of Michael Thomas Smith.

Smith, 53, is being sought based on a Kootenai County felony warrant charging him with aggravated assault. This is a $15,000 bond warrant with Western United States extradition.

Smith is a 5-foot-10, 200-pound white male with hazel eyes and brown hair, last known to be living in Coeur d'Alene.

Anyone with information regarding Smith or other fugitives being sought for violent crimes should call NIVCTF at (208) 665-4455. The identity of callers will remain confidential and reward money may be available.

Flag retirement ceremony today

RATHDRUM - The public is invited to a flag retirement ceremony today at 10 a.m. in front of Rathdrum City Hall on Main Street.

American Legion Post 154, the combined Post 143/154 Honor Guard, American Legion Riders and Boy Scouts will participate in the free ceremony.