Annual Arts & Crafts Fair set to return this weekend
Shoppers explore the variety of works offered by the region's artists and craftspeople at the 2025 Sandpoint Arts & Crafts Fair. Photo courtesy PEND OREILLE ARTS COUNCIL
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Increasing fire danger prompts restrictions in Shoshone County
The Idaho Department of Lands is urging residents and visitors to prepare now for Stage 1 Fire Restrictions that will take effect throughout Shoshone County, including all incorporated city limits, on Friday...
Sheriff Wehr praises progress after BOCC removes admin fee from proposed budget
Shoshone County Undersheriff Travis Skinner (foreground) and Sheriff Shawn Wehr discuss the department's proposed budget with the county commissioners during a workshop last week at the Shoshone County Court...
Shoshone County eyeing Opportunity Zone benefits
Historic buildings sit vacant on Kellogg's Main Street. Local officials hope to see more development and activity in the uptown Kellogg area if it receives an Opportunity Zone designation. JOSH McDONALD
Shoshone County exploring wage, benefit changes as insurance costs climb
Commissioner Dave Dose suggested offering employees the ability to differ insurance and instead receive additional compensation during a recent meeting at the Shoshone County Courthouse. JOSH McDONALD
SMC honors VanHoose as 2026 employee of the year
Shoshone Medical Center CEO Shane Sanborn (left) and SMC Board Trustee Andy Helkey (right) recently presented the organization's 2026 Employee of the Year, Katie VanHoose, with a $500 bonus as part of the aw...
SCSO seeks fix for flawed pay scale
WALLACE – After hearing concerns about pay compression, recruitment hurdles and inconsistent administration of employee wages, the Shoshone County Commissioners approved a request from the Shoshone County...
Mailou kicks off new era for Kellogg Football
KELLOGG — Mandatory football practice is still weeks away, but something unusual is happening on the practice field at Kellogg High School. Players are showing up voluntarily.
Shoshone BOCC reviews smaller budgets during workshop
Shoshone County Commissioner Jeff Zimmerman discusses budgets during a recent workshop at the Shoshone County Courthouse. JOSH McDONALD
New outdoor market to bring vendors and music to downtown Wallace
The Wallace Street Market will be held on Sixth Street near the Northern Pacific Railroad Depot Museum in downtown Wallace. FILE PHOTO
Sheriff confirms identity of remains found in St. Joe River
WALLACE — The Shoshone County Sheriff's Office has confirmed the identity of human remains discovered earlier this month in the St. Joe River.
New campground opens near Trail of the Coeur d'Alenes
The new South Fork Campground near Shoshone County Airport in Smelterville is now open and taking reservations. The new campground features secure bike parking, a shower house, potable water, e-bike charging...
Hands-on hunter's education returns to Silver Valley next month
Certified Hunter's Education Instructor Ben Allen (left) poses with Boone Eberlin, a student who had recently completed Allen's course. Courtesy photo
Ski Idaho introduces tiered pricing for Idaho Peak Season Passport
KELLOGG — This winter, Ski Idaho is introducing tiered seasonal pricing for the Idaho Peak Season Passport, its popular youth-access initiative for fifth- and sixth-grade students.
Silver Valley man pleads not guilty to lewd conduct charge
WALLACE — A Silver Valley man accused of lewd conduct with a child younger than 16 pleaded not guilty Monday during his arraignment in Shoshone County District Court.
Coeur d'Alene man sentenced after King's Inn assault convictions
WALLACE — A Coeur d'Alene man convicted of felony battery and two counts of misdemeanor battery was sentenced Monday to five years in prison by District Judge Barbara Buchanan at the Shoshone County Courth...
Wallace Music Fest returns next week
Spokane-based indie rock band Snacks at Midnight (pictured here) is once again one of the headliners at Wallace Music Fest, scheduled for July 10-11, in downtown Wallace. Courtesy photo
NIC brings welding, laser engraving courses to Kellogg
A welder uses a TIG torch and filler rod to complete a precision weld during hands-on training. Courtesy photo
Disaster loans offered to Idaho businesses, nonprofits, residents affected by wind damage
SBA offers disaster loans to Idaho businesses, nonprofits, residents affected by wind damage The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced the availability of low-interest federal disaster loans to...
Innovia grant moves pickleball court funding closer to goal
The pickleball courts near Silver Mountain will be getting a serious overhaul in the coming months thanks to a project funded through various community partnerships and a recent grant from the Innovia Founda...
Kellogg announces Fourth of July lineup
KELLOGG — The city of Kellogg is making America’s 250th birthday a celebration centered on families with its upcoming Fourth of July festivities.
Annual PMVFD Auction returns this weekend
The Prichard-Murray Volunteer Fire Department is holding its annual auction this weekend at its station house. Courtesy photo
Progress continues on Gold Run Fire
A machine-constructed fireline on the Gold Run Fire provides firefighters with a critical barrier to help stop the fire's spread. By removing vegetation and exposing mineral soil, these lines create a defens...
Evacuation orders lifted as Gold Run Fire holds at 235 acres
Evacuations orders have been lifted for residents of Elizabeth Park and Big Creek, who have had to stare at these road closed signs for the past two days as firefighter battled the Gold Run Fire burning on t...