JOSH McDONALD
Staff Writer
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George Wild Tournament this weekend
The Kellogg High School wrestling season may have already begun, but for any member of the Purple and Gold grappling community, the real kickoff is this weekend when the George Wild Memorial Wrestling Tournament takes center stage.
Trial vacated in Kaylor case, now headed to mediation
Defense for Kaylor filed a stipulated motion to continue the case on November 17, on the basis that additional time would be needed to prepare for a potential trial. Along with that motion, Kaylor also waived his right to a speedy trial.
Silver Valley Community Christmas Fund seeks donations
Every year, the generous people of Shoshone County dig deep into their pockets in support of the Silver Valley Community Christmas Fund to make sure no one goes hungry during the holidays.
Silver Mountain cracks Forbes' Top 10 list
Skiing may have a reputation as a high-dollar hobby, but Silver Mountain Resort is proving that you don’t have to break the bank to hit the slopes. The Kellogg-based resort was recently named one of Forbes’ Best U.S. Ski Resorts For The Money – clocking in at number four.
Wallace planning city noise ordinance
The Wallace City Council is exploring options as they work toward adopting a noise ordinance in the Shoshone County seat.
Silver Mountain Tree Lighting Ceremony Nov. 25
The ceremony has acted as the unofficial gateway to the holiday season as part of Thanksgiving weekend for the past several years and continues to be one of the Silver Valley community’s winter highlights.
IDEQ finishing work Shoshone County trail work
Work crews with the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (IDEQ) are wrapping up a small capping project in the east Smelterville Flats area.
Ham and Turkey Dinner this weekend at CES
The Canyon School Organization (CSO) will be holding its annual Ham and Turkey Dinner and Auction this weekend at Canyon Elementary School. The fundraiser has become a staple of the Cataldo community, but it attracts folks from all over the area due largely to the delicious food and vast amount of exciting auction items.
Silver Valley Sports: How the Silver Valley became a wrestling hotbed
The Silver Valley Wrestling Club (SVW) was named the largest club wrestling team in the country by USA Wrestling just a few short weeks ago. With more than 150 members, SVW is outpacing clubs from places like Las Vegas, New Orleans, and Kansas City.
Officers testify at Kaylor motion hearing
Shoshone County District Judge Barbara Duggan heard testimony from two law enforcement officers as part of a motion to suppress evidence filed by Majorjon Kaylor’s defense.
Life lessons and hot showers
Kellogg man serves his country as a plumber
Every year, on Veterans Day we hear numerous stories of courage and valor, heroics on the battlefield, and each story is completely deserved – But there are several untold stories of the people who serve, who work behind the scenes to make sure our military functions as efficiently as possible. Shanon Pooler is one of these stories.
Incumbents fare well in Shoshone County
Eight elections for 10 contested seats were during Tuesday’s election in Shoshone County. The Kellogg and Wallace School Districts also asked their communities to fill in their budget gaps with two-year, supplemental levies. Seven incumbent candidates were featured, with five winning their reelection bids.
Little kid, big voice
Christopher Sverdsten, 6, will perform the national anthem at the National Finals Rodeo in December
There is nothing like a live rendition of the Star-Spangled Banner. It’s even more memorable when it’s performed by a 6-year-old.
Hearing vacated, written arguments presented in Kaylor case
The stipulated motion states that both the State and the defense agree that the briefings and exhibits that have been submitted should be sufficient for Judge Barabra Duggan to rule on without having to have any sort of in-person oral arguments.
Shoshone commissioners back out of railroad property purchase
Earlier this week, the Shoshone Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) made the decision to not purchase a 49-acre parcel of land from the Union Pacific Railroad (UPR).
REVIEW: Beware the elderberry wine
A certified classic has once again made its way to the stage at the Sixth Street Theater as they present Joseph Kesselring’s “Arsenic and Old Lace.”
Shoshone BOCC approves additional funds for audit
Shoshone County is one step closer to figuring out what may have caused roughly $3 million in overspending over the past few years.
Tigers gear up for quarterfinal showdown
After going 8-1, including an undefeated run through their conference opponents, head coach Stetson Spooner and his squad are in familiar territory, hosting a state quarterfinal playoff matchup.
Pinehurst forum brings out mayor, council candidates
With Election Day just around the corner, residents of Pinehurst had the opportunity on Wednesday night to meet their candidates for city office during a political forum at the P-K Lions building.
New bike rack memorializes shooting victim
Tears were shed, laughs were shared and the staff at Mountain Valley of Cascadia celebrated their friend, Kenna Guardipee, with the dedication of a new bike rack on Monday at the skilled nursing facility.
New motions filed in Kellogg quadruple homicide case
The defense attorney for accused murderer Majorjon Kaylor filed a motion to suppress evidence last Friday, due to what is being alleged as a Miranda Rights violation.
Silver Valley volleyball coaches talk state
This past week, the Kellogg and Wallace High School volleyball teams punched tickets to their respective state tournaments.
Kellogg debuting new Halloween festival
Kellogg’s community planner Monica Miller has always loved Halloween and thought that fall time in Kellogg was the perfect setting for its own fun Halloween event. After speaking with Kellogg resident Brendan Bonner, they came up with an idea for an event that would offer a little something for everyone.
Dose holds 'office hours' in Pinehurst
Shoshone County Commissioner Dave Dose did something on Monday that should make a lot of people happy. He kept one of his campaign promises.
Motorcycle rally supports Osburn VFW
For the fifth straight year, the Serving Our Military Mountain Ride & Rally has been gathering in October to raise funds for the Silver Valley’s veterans – this year they really outdid themselves.
Shoshone County loses jail certification
Like many other counties and cities across the country, Shoshone County has seen a rise in crime rates over the past few years. This has led to an increased number of inmates needing to be housed in local and state correctional facilities – many of them over their intended capacity.
Kellogg school trustees appoint new board member
The Kellogg School District Board of Trustees swore in Monica Ross as the new Zone 2 trustee on Tuesday night during their monthly board meeting.
Nothing beats being a jackass
Being called a "jackass" is worn like a badge of honor in Kellogg.
District judge sides with BOCC in road validation case
Bonner County District Judge Susie Jensen recently upheld a decision by the Shoshone Board of County Commissioners denying a petition for road validation concerning a section of West Fork Pine Creek Road.
Kellogg, Wallace schools seeking levy support
The Kellogg and Wallace School Districts are looking to pass supplemental levies in the upcoming election. Both levies are exact replacements for the current tariffs that each respective district is operating under – however, there are a few changes in the KSD levy that may make taxpayers happy.
Kiwanis Club takes over Osburn Craft Fair
The event has swapped hands just a few times over the years, but this year there will be another changing of the guard now that the event is being run by the Kiwanis Club of the Silver Valley.
ITD lowers speed limits in Silver Valley construction zones
Last week, the Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) finally acquiesced to requests from the Shoshone County Commissioners and lowered the speed limits through two of the construction areas along Interstate 90.
Wildcat band plays U of I
Members of the Kellogg High School Band Program recently had the opportunity to travel to the University of Idaho.
Shoshone County commissioners respond to accusations
Former commissioners claim they are working less hours than they are paid for
The Shoshone Board of County Commissioners has come under fire in recent weeks from previous board members concerning the duties of the current board.
Silveroxx wraps up resort's summer season
To most people, 3,400 feet of vertical descent sounds like a nightmare – but for extreme mountain bikers it might just be heaven on Earth.
The 'new' Bunker Hill
Last week Idaho Gov. Brad Little joined Bunker Hill Mining Corp. CEO Sam Ash and Board Chairman Richard Williams for a brief groundbreaking ceremony outside of the mine’s Russell Portal.
Responding together
Busy week for Shoshone County fire, police agencies
Beginning with the head-on collision last Wednesday that closed I-90 near Pinehurst for over 12 hours, it’s been one major call out or another each day ever since.
Shooting investigation underway in Shoshone County
Incident is an alleged attempted murder-suicide
One man is on life support, and a woman and dog were both shot following an alleged attempted murder-suicide in the Woodland Park area of Burke Canyon, north of Wallace.
Suspended sentence in child sex crimes case
A Shoshone County man accused of multiple sex crimes against a minor was sentenced to two suspended but consecutive terms of 10 years in prison earlier this week in Shoshone County District Court.
SCSO investigating attempted murder/suicide
One man is dead, and a woman and dog were both shot following an alleged murder-suicide attempt in the Woodland Park area of Burke Canyon, north of Wallace.
Lucky Friday fire extinguished; production suspended through 2023
While the workforce may be returning, Hecla’s Lucky Friday Mine will not be in production for the remainder of 2023.
'The perfect fit'
Meet the new principal at Kellogg Middle School
20-plus years teaching in the Coeur d’Alene area, including stops at Coeur d’Alene High School, Lake City High School, and Kootenai Behavioral Center, has sharpened Arman’s ability to connect and interact with the students she leads in a positive, hands-on way that feels perfect for middle school-aged students.
Jackasses needed
One of the Silver Valley’s biggest and newest events is filling up quickly and still needs volunteers. The fourth annual Jackass Half-Marathon and 5K is less than a month away and the organizers are working diligently to put the final touches on what should be another great event.
Kaylor pleads not guilty
Arguments also heard concerning case's non-dissemination order.
Accused murderer Majorjon Kaylor pleaded not guilty to all five of the felony charges he currently faces during his arraignment on Wednesday morning.
Silver Valley caregivers honored
Patience, compassion, and a keen eye are just a few of the traits needed to be a good caregiver. In Shoshone County, the staff at Access Care at Home routinely demonstrate how quality care can help a person maintain their independence, no matter their age or disability.
Arraignment Wednesday in Shoshone County murder case
Kaylor, 31, will have an opportunity to enter a plea to the five felony charges that he currently faces, including four counts of first-degree murder and one count of burglary.
Shoshone County commissioners approve budget
Plan includes 3% increase in property tax revenue and use of foregone taxes
The Shoshone Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) unanimously approved a $17.7 million county budget for the 2023/24 fiscal year – but it will not be the last we hear of the much-maligned financial plan.
ITD won't lower speed limits in Shoshone work zones
From the bottom of Fourth of July Pass to the Idaho/Montana border there are four different construction zones along Interstate 90 where traffic is reduced to single lanes in each direction. The speed limits through these zones have become a topic of much debate as many feel that 65 miles per hour is simply too fast.
Bridge over St. Joe River repaired
A bridge over the St. Joe River required emergency repairs last month.
Find yourself in a pickle
The sport was invented in 1965 in nearby Washington State and is a cross between ping pong, tennis, and badminton. Named after one of the founders’ dogs, Pickles, the sport has rapidly grown over the years and is now being played in parks, fitness centers, and gymnasiums across the county.