Additional work to be completed on Moon Pass
In April, a rockslide wiped out a section of the road, delaying its seasonal opening and requiring hundreds of thousands of dollars in work to clear the debris. The road was reopened in early July, but more work is needed to make sure that another slide doesn’t happen.
Kellogg School District settles civil suits
The lawsuits, filed by former Kellogg High School student Travis Lohr and former district employee Dakota Mailloux, stemmed from an incident in June 2023 where the district suspended Lohr after he made a controversial statement during a school assembly.
Shoshone sheriff battles manpower, equipment needs
Addressing increasing levels of crime in Shoshone County has been a challenge, but the Shoshone County Sheriff's Office is hoping that its efforts throughout the county continue to yield positive results.
Guilty verdict returned in Pinehurst meth case
A 65-year-old Kingston man is facing up to eight years in prison after he was found guilty on several drug charges.
Sundae Edition: Tin Snug scoops up big flavors on National Ice Cream Day
Ice cream is universally beloved, but in Shoshone County, there seems to be an intense love for the stuff that goes beyond reason. With roughly 13,000 residents scattered across the sizeable county, there are more than 15 places to stop in and grab an ice-cold sweet treat.
Smelterville excited for Maverik
Opening expected later this year
The 6,000-square-foot store will be one of the company’s larger facilities, and the expanded design of the facility grounds will make it easily accessible for semi-trucks and recreational vehicles and passenger vehicles.
Internship programs continue successful run in Shoshone County
Four students are participating in the county’s internship and clerkship programs under the watchful eyes of the Shoshone County Prosecuting Attorney Ben Allen and Magistrate Judge Keisha Oxendine.
Shoshone County officials review annual audit
Elected officials and department heads throughout Shoshone County met with auditor Tony Matson on Monday to review the county’s annual audit.
Efforts on North Fork yielding positive results for Shoshone sheriff's department
In the weeks since Memorial Day weekend, things have quieted down on the North Fork according to the Shoshone County Sheriff's Office.
"A story of 1,000 heroes"
Wallace leadership praises new festival
City leadership expressed their support for the upcoming Wallace Music Fest during their monthly council meeting on Wednesday night.
Annual audit meeting scheduled in Shoshone County
The results of a special forensic audit are reportedly right around the corner, but the Shoshone County Commissioners will review the county’s annual audit first.
Cities still waiting on FEMA
Another year, another round of waiting as the city of Kellogg works to revise its aging flood maps.
Kellogg gets ready for SilverHoops
The SilverHoops 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament is just a few weeks away and all signs are pointing toward another big year.
Huckleberry Havoc to open at Sixth Street Theater
Will the huckleberries be saved? Will the pie recipe be found? And will the dastardly villain ever get a joke to land?
The day the music was revived
In the wake of last week’s decision to cancel the Wallace Blues Festival something magical has happened in Wallace. A new music festival has been born.
Wallace Blues Festival canceled
Locals rallying to create new music festival
According to Alex Cook, the head of the Wallace Blues Festival Committee, technical issues forced the committee’s hand in pulling the plug.
Shoshone County roads projects moving right along
Numerous road projects are ongoing throughout Shoshone County and according to Public Works Director Jessica Stutzke, they’re doing a good job staying on schedule.
Idaho's Statehood Day to be celebrated in Wallace
Parade set for Wednesday, the day before the Fourth of July
The Fourth of July may get all the big attention this week, but in Wallace, the party starts one day earlier when they celebrate Idaho's Statehood Day.
All hail, the Silver Kings!
This past weekend, Silver Mountain was the center of the hard enduro universe as 538 racers representing all 50 states and several countries descended upon Silver Mountain Resort for the annual Silver Kings Hard Enduro races.
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.
Moon Pass open, rockslide cleared
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.
Work 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.
Kellogg school resource officers learn from peers at Boise conference
At Kellogg Middle School and Kellogg High School, dedicated School Resource officers Deputy Adam Durflinger and Deputy Mike Groves are working to ensure kids stay safe.
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.
Family of missing woman critical of search efforts
KCSO says it did all it could to find Linda Kent, who turned up safe
The Smelterville woman, who suffers from dementia, was fishing with her family at the Cataldo Boat Launch on Sunday night but wandered off after saying that she needed to use the restroom.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Kellogg hopes to grow Fourth of July celebration
The city of Kellogg is making a concerted effort to revive its annual 4th 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 for locals and keep them in the Silver Valley.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Wallace schools 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.
Shoshone commissioners surprised by cost of 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.
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.
Special audit results coming soon for Shoshone County
The Shoshone Board of County Commissioners is still awaiting an audit they hope will show them where the county overspent in recent years.
Busy week highlights seasonal struggles for Shoshone County sheriff
Among other callss, deputies responded to a reported shooting in a remote area of Shoshone County near the G and G Riverstop.
Favorite Things About the Silver Valley: The history
This is part one of a special series called “Favorite Things About the Silver Valley.” The subjects of these stories come from you, the people of the Silver Valley.
KSD approves 4-day schedule
The Kellogg School Board voted unanimously to adopt a pilot four-day schedule for the 2024/25 school year during their meeting on Tuesday night.
Bunker Hill Superfund Site turns 50
Five decades of progress were celebrated on Wednesday night during a ceremony commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Bunker Hill Superfund Site.
38th Depot Day draws a crowd
There’s something unmistakably “summer” about classic cars and warm weather.
Jackass Half voted tops in the state
The Jackass Half Marathon was recently named the Best Half Marathon in Idaho, according to RaceRaves, an online race review website.
'The second time around was for me'
'Naked and Afraid' ... again: Silver Valley woman returns to reality TV show
Not many people can say they’ve trekked across multiple continents completely naked. Lynsey McCarver has done it twice.
Tickets available for 2024 Lead Creek Derby
The annual Gyro Days festival is just a few weeks.
Moon Pass cleanup underway, road to remain closed
Shoshone County has received funding to clear a rock slide that has blocked the road over Moon Pass.