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Favorite Things About the Silver Valley: The history
The Silver Valley has a long and colorful history. For many people, the history of the Silver Valley is something that either attracted them to the area or kept them in it. Whether it’s the tales of the early mining camps and the wild west days of Shoshone County, or perhaps you find yourself fascinated by the story of the Wallace community rallying around itself to fight the Federal Government and Interstate 90, it could be the story of the mighty Bunker Hill Mine and how it came to be one of the greatest mineral producers in the country before closing in the wake of environmental sanctions.
Meet the Candidates at Shoshone County Democratic Caucus event
KELLOGG — The Shoshone County Democratic Caucus is hosting a Meet the Candidates event from 5 to 8 p.m. May 23 at The Beanery at 446 Railroad Ave., Kellogg. Candidates Holly Lindsey for Shoshone County sheriff, Jack Rupp for District 2 commissioner and Loree Peery for Legislative District 2A state representative will discuss their platforms regarding local issues throughout the evening.
Cause of fire released after North Idaho restaurant burns down one week after opening
ST. MARIES, Idaho — The cause of the fire that destroyed a North Idaho restaurant just one week after it opened was released. The Idaho State Fire Marshal's Office confirmed that a washing machine on the second floor of the building failed, causing the devastating blaze. The fire started...
Basic hygiene kits created for Silver Valley residents in need
KELLOGG — Last week, AmeriCorps collected and distributed supplies for homeless people through the Silver Valley Community Resource Center. The AmeriCorps team and volunteers created basic hygiene kits with shampoo, soap, hand sanitizer and other essentials at the Kellogg Public Library. More than 100 kits and about 50 senior...
Wet weather moving in for tonight and through the end of the week - Mark
Increased clouds and rain moving in around dinner time. Rainy overnight with 1/2 an inch possible. Rainy through Wednesday. Scattered showers and low 60s through Saturday. Drier Sunday and Monday
Silver Valley Sports: May 13 – 19
WORLEY –– The Wildcat boys battled through a competitive field to finish fifth overall at the 2A State Tournament at Circling Raven Golf Course. Compass Charter of Meridian took home the boys' team title, while Ambrose, also of Meridian, won for the girls. Junior Brodie Robinson led the...
One pet dead, residents displaced in Coeur d’Alene house fire
COEUR D’ALENE, Idaho - One pet was found dead in a house fire in Coeur d’Alene, with the residents of the house displaced as well. The Coeur d’Alene Fire Department (CDA Fire) responded to a house fire call near 9th Street and Honeysuckle on May 18. CDA...
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