JOSH McDONALD
Staff Writer
Recent Stories
Kellogg to host world-class hard-enduro races
Hard-enduro motorcycle racing isn’t for the faint of heart. With heart-stopping jumps and death-defying drops, it demands a rare breed of athlete to take on one of motorsport’s toughest challenges.
20 years later, neighbor reflects on abduction
20 years ago, the unthinkable happened. The triple homicide and kidnapping of two young children from a home near Wolf Lodge stopped North Idaho and much of the nation in its tracks. 47 days later, 8-year-old Shasta Groene was identified and rescued at a Coeur d’Alene restaurant, and the man responsible was arrested.
Locals amongst top at Leadman Triathlon
After five straight years of Leadman being run in near-perfect Spring conditions, Silver Mountain Marketing Manager and race organizer Gus Colburn said that the event was due for a bad weather day. Despite the tough conditions, Leadman was a muddy good time for athletes, volunteers, and spectators alike.

PREP BASKETBALL: 10 local players to compete in District 1 All-Star Game
PREP BASKETBALL: 10 local players to compete in District 1 All-Star Game

North Idaho SAUSA office is a go
History was made on Tuesday afternoon when the Shoshone County Commissioners approved two agreements that will create the first Special Assistant United States Attorney (SAUSA) Office in North Idaho.

Kaylor expected to change plea
Majorjon Kaylor is expected to plead guilty to four counts of second-degree murder, according to a mediated settlement agreement that was signed and filed earlier this week.

Kaylor case 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.

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.

Accused Kellogg murderer will not face death penalty
Kaylor is accused of murdering Kenna Guardipee, 41, Kenneth Guardipee, 65, Devin Smith, 18, and Aiken Smith, 16, at their home in Kellogg on Father’s Day.

Westboro Baptist Church pickets in Shoshone County
A Kansas-based group with a penchant for picketing held two demonstrations Monday in Shoshone County. Members of Westboro Baptist Church rallied outside the Kellogg School District Office and again in front of the Shoshone County Sheriff’s Office in Wallace.