JOSH McDONALD
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Shoshone commissioners accept sheriff's resignation
The Storey continues
Kellogg's Colton Storey reflects on second straight state title
Another SCSO shake-up
Eddy's resignation re-triggers complex sheriff's search
The sudden resignation of Shoshone County Sheriff William Eddy last Friday has once again left the department searching for a leader.
Wallace Library celebrates grant funding from Carnegie Corp.
“Andrew Carnegie wrote that libraries are ‘cradles of democracy’ and it has been truly inspiring to hear accounts from across America of how the 1,350-plus surviving Carnegie Libraries are serving their communities today.”
Festival to celebrate Idaho film legends
Shoshone County Sheriff Eddy resigns
During his time in office, Eddy faced several major challenges, including severe flooding, a windstorm, and the Dec. 26 shooting at the SCSO in downtown Wallace.
Cataldo bridge project enters final phase
Cost pegged at $31M
Silver Valley Skatepark seeks support
$350K project aims for 2028 groundbreaking
The project has also gained support from Pearl Jam bassist Jeff Ament, known for helping develop skateparks across Montana. Ament reached out after learning the proposed site sits near the state border and told Quincy, “Hey, I got money on your park.”
Avalanche danger high
Experts urge caution across Bitterroots, Silver Valley
“Fortunately, Lookout Pass does not have any inbounds terrain that is susceptible to avalanche,” Sawyer said. “Yes, there is terrain outside our ski area border, both in Montana and Idaho, on the National Forest, that is steep enough that it could and occasionally does avalanche. But those areas are outside of our ski area boundary and not within our permit area. So, for us, it’s not something we have to deploy resources to mitigate.”
Wallace Elks support skate park project with donation
The Wallace grant is part of a broader statewide initiative through the Idaho Elks State Association. In 2025, all 21 Elks Lodges in Idaho are eligible to receive $1,000 Elks Tracks Charitable Community Grants to support charitable work within their communities.
Powder, sunshine, and open terrain. Oh my!
Ski resorts enjoy big snowfall
Lucky Friday sets silver record
Credits mining method for success
Silver Valley woman changes plea in child abuse case
New plant coming to Galena Mine
Joint venture to build antimony processing facility
Americas Gold and Silver (USAS) has announced a joint venture with United States Antimony (UAMY) to build and operate an antimony processing plant at the company’s Galena Mine.
Thousands line Wallace street for Extreme Skijor
Thousands line Wallace street for Extreme Skijor
Wildcats get top-seeded Dragons after rugged district finish
Commissioners OK $100K bridge project
Work could go to local company
Allen enters First District Judge race
Allen joined the Shoshone County Prosecutor’s Office in 2014, originally as a legal researcher before transitioning to a deputy prosecutor in 2015. He was promoted to chief deputy in 2018 and appointed prosecuting attorney in 2022, winning reelection twice since that time.
SV Chamber celebrates volunteers
Zook presented the Chamber’s Precious Gem award, which goes to someone who has gone above and beyond in multiple ways, to Brandon Church, creating a full-circle moment a decade in the making.
Bunker Hill eyes June restart
New technology, hiring surge spark mine's future
“I am excited by this building because it represents environmental best practice for management of tailings,” Mine General Manager Tom Francis said. “It costs a lot of money and is a major structure, but it gets us in a very good place with regard to optimum water management and minimal environmental footprint.”
Extreme Skijor returning to Wallace, with or without fresh snow
He called it: Dow breaks 50,000
Les Atchley credits market rise to strength of American economy
The blue-chip index surged more than 1,000 points, or over 2%, on Friday, driven by strong gains in technology, industrial and financial stocks. Shares of Nvidia jumped more than 7%, while Caterpillar and Goldman Sachs also posted sizable advances, adding hundreds of points to the index.
Annual SMC Heart Ball to fund life-saving crash carts
Kellogg sees progress in FEMA flood map dispute
In 2020, Kellogg and neighboring municipalities sought updated river flow data from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, whose long‑term monitoring showed flood levels lower than those reflected in FEMA’s maps. Using that data, Kellogg submitted a Letter of Map Revision, or LOMR, to FEMA in early 2021, arguing that flood levels shown as 100‑year events would likely require flows closer to a 500‑year flood to reach projected elevations.
I‑90 pursuit from Pinehurst ends with arrest, dogs seized
Stanton reported locating the vehicle and observing multiple traffic violations, including failure to stop before entering roadways, failure to signal turns and erratic driving through parking lots, campgrounds and city streets. When Stanton activated his overhead lights to initiate a traffic stop, Warnock did not stop and instead continued driving at slow speeds while repeatedly changing direction before entering Interstate 90 eastbound.
KSD weighing potential cuts
The Kellogg School District held a public workshop Wednesday night to discuss the district’s financial outlook and potential changes if officials are unable to close a growing budget shortfall.
Pinehurst woman sentenced in drug, child abuse case
Judge retains jurisdiction
Freese and Stevenson were at the Shoshone County Courthouse the same day for a hearing regarding the child. Both were arrested before leaving. According to the probable cause affidavit, Freese was taken into custody immediately after the hearing, while Stevenson was arrested outside the courtroom.
Sanborn steps in as Wallace mayor
Emphasizes community, continuity
Sanborn is taking over for Lynn Mogensen, a two-term mayor who helped navigate the city through several challenging times, including the effects that the COVID-19 pandemic had on the city’s tourism-based economy. After deciding not to seek re-election, the table was set for a new mayor.
Commissioner stands up for sheriff
Amid leadership scrutiny, Eddy finds a friend
Since his appointment, Eddy has faced several challenges. Those have included the resignation of all remaining administrative staff from Sheriff Holly Lindsey’s tenure, two natural disasters, and the Dec. 26 shooting at the Shoshone County Sheriff’s Office. Last week, the police chiefs of Pinehurst, Kellogg and Osburn released a 2,000-word letter criticizing Eddy and stating they had no confidence in his leadership.
Wallace business donates rifles to OPD
FEB NIBJ: Gravis Tech: Proving that tech innovation can thrive in Idaho's rural communities
Security changes coming to Shoshone County Courthouse
December shooting showed there were potential weaknesses
Dose told the board that the courthouse’s side door was among the committee’s top concerns because it provides direct access to both the Shoshone County Treasurer’s and Assessor’s offices and is not within the direct view of the courthouse’s first-floor security station.
Kellogg honors officers following Wallace shooting
Public works director, assistant resign in Shoshone County
Police chiefs: 'No‑Confidence' in sheriff
Eddy calls it a 'witch hunt'
From Kellogg to the CFP: How the Luna twins helped Miami get to the National Championship
“The next game is always the most important one, but this game just means so much more,” Kolby said. “Hopefully, we’ll be attending a parade next week.”
SCSO Capt. Green resigns
Warns of more departures as turmoil continues
Green was one of the Shoshone County Democratic Committee’s top three nominees to replace Lindsey, but he was deemed ineligible because he did not meet the residency requirement. After Eddy’s appointment, both Green and Stutzke were considered strong candidates for undersheriff, though neither was selected.
Eddy leans toward keeping driver's license office
Public split on idea
Assessor Jerry White was reluctant to take over the department, citing a pay discrepancy for the clerks he currently supervises and the additional supervisory responsibilities the move would require. He acknowledged, however, that relocating the department would likely improve service for taxpayers.
Shoshone County facing federal lawsuit
Man claims violations of First Amendment rights, federal whistleblower protections
According to the filing, Ayers reported to Stutzke that Hecla was using uncovered trucks to carry mine tailings with high lead content. This allegedly resulted in contamination of public roads and waterways, including the South Fork of the Coeur d’Alene River. He also raised concerns with Dose and Zimmerman about improper awarding of public works contracts and theft of county property, including large quantities of diesel fuel.
Shoshone County weighs moving driver’s license office to courthouse
JAN NIBJ: Silver Valley EDC updates strategic plans headed into 2026
Fresh snow revives area ski hills after slow start
KHS JROTC brings holiday cheer to hundreds of local kids
While toys remain the focal point, partnerships with local agencies and businesses, including Santa’s Workshop, have expanded the program.
Resiliency Dinner hopes to unite Silver Valley
Storms, shooting take toll on community
Grant-Arthun said the dinner won’t focus on recent events but instead will provide a low-pressure space for neighbors to reconnect and share a meal. For Lemieux, who runs the Silver Valley Senior Meals program in Shoshone County, the dinner is a chance to give back to a community that has supported his program through lean times. He lives by the motto: It’s better to give than to get — and he’s excited to return the favor.
KSD navigates board vacancy
Eddy praises efforts as investigation continues
Shooter opens fire in Wallace
Wounds three before being killed
Grant deadline looms for Civic Auditorium demo
The Wallace School District is racing to meet a grant deadline that could determine the future of the Civic Auditorium.
Shoshone rethinking budget cuts
Shoshone County Commissioners are considering restoring a portion of the $1.6 million that Public Works Director Jessica Stutzke slashed from the county's roads budget in early August. Some of that money pays for staffing, vehicle and heavy machinery maintenance, fuel, equipment leases and various projects.
