County seeks public comment over potential North Fork road work

Shoshone County Public Works Director Jessica Stutzke met with the county commissioners earlier this week to discuss several road failures in the North Fork Coeur d’Alene River region of the county.

Have a nice trip to the Panida and see Viggo Mortensen present ‘Falling’

Heralded actor and community member Viggo Mortensen returns to take the stage Friday at the Panida Theater to host a showing of his film, “Falling.”

Sports scheduling challenges at Idaho’s northernmost high school

Howarth seeking election to Sandpoint Council

When Sandpoint Mayor Jeremy Grimm approached Howarth about filling the vacant seat on the council left by Jason Welker leaving to work at the city, he said that it wasn’t an easy decision.

Cautious market creates opportunity in Silver Valley

The real estate market in the Pacific Northwest is among the most unique and thriving across the nation. Within that lie several smaller sub-markets, each bringing its own benefits and challenges. The Silver Valley is no different.

Columbia Falls police officers recognized for life saving efforts

Two Columbia Falls police officers were recognized at the March 3 city council meeting for saving lives while on duty in separate incidents.

Pottsville Seven project nearing an end

Since 2021, the Pottsville Seven have tackled the restoration of East Shoshone Park one project at a time. Now, they’re nearing the finish line.

One dead, one injured in Sunday evening shooting

EPHRATA – One man is dead and another is being held at the Grant County Jail after a shooting at about 7:40 p.m. at the Hawk Fuel station in Ephrata Sunday. Investigators say the incident began with an altercation at the fuel pumps that led to gunfire.

Flathead Business Watercooler

Happenings related to business in the Flathead Valley

Shoshone County to look before they LEAP

Shoshone County Commissioners recently decided against an agreement with LEAP Charities concerning a multi-family housing facility in Silverton.

North Idaho Classical Academy project moves forward

City councilors voted June 3 to rezone an 8.12-acre parcel west of the Boundary County Fairgrounds from industrial to commercial, clearing the way for a new school.

Health officials: Be wary of harmful algal blooms

Because summer is peak season for harmful algal blooms, public health authorities are reminding Idahoans to stay safe and protect their pets when recreating around water.

County considering St. Joe River Road work

Last week, the Shoshone County Commissioners met with Public Works Director Jessica Stutzke to discuss the 23-mile stretch of road between Avery and Calder.

Potential extreme weather not elevating concern with Lightning Creek Fire

While thunderstorms and high winds are expected to hit the North Idaho this week, the predicted storms are not raising alarm bells for the U.S. Forest Service crews fighting the Lightning Creek Fire, according USFS fire information officer Kary Maddox.

Angels Over Sandpoint hosting 23rd annual Back to School giveaway program

For the 23rd year in a row, the Angels Over Sandpoint’s Back to School program is providing local school children with the supplies they need for the upcoming school year.

Light the cat signal!

Silver Valley Cat Wranglers seek community help after taking influx of cats

A sudden influx of felines in need have the Silver Valley Cat Wranglers scrambling for resources, human or otherwise.

KCSO helicopter grounded

Agency seeks new lease with county

The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office helicopter has not been used for law enforcement purposes for almost a year, officials confirmed Thursday, though the county and sheriff’s office are working to resolve liability issues that have kept it grounded.

EDITORIAL: Annexation, sewer connection should not be forced

Now, some may believe this is nothing more than government overreach, getting involved with private property where it was not previously involved, and forcing people to pay for things they don’t want.

Shoshone County officials worry over federal funds for schools, public works

Shoshone County Public Works Director Jessica Stutzke met with the Shoshone County Commissioners to discuss the potential impacts if the Secure Rural Schools Reauthorization Act of 2025 is not passed.

SCSO creates new medical staff position

The Shoshone County Sheriff’s Office is hiring for a position they officially created last week after meeting with the county commissioners.