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Intoxicated Driver Facing String of Charges

Sunday afternoon around 4:30, Idaho County Dispatch got a call about an intoxicated driver. Deputies responded and found the vehicle in Kooskia. After speaking with the driver, they learned that he was intoxicated, so he was arrested. 29 year old James Dotson of Kooskia, now faces felony charges including driving under the influence; injury to […]

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Rider Killed in Crash

A participant in the Elk River ATV Fun Run that was held on Saturday, died in a crash. The Clearwater County Sheriff’s Office sprang into action upon the report of an overdue motorcycle rider. Natasha Mael reported that her fiance, Steven Raney, was overdue to return from his participation ride in the Elk River ATV […]

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Man Surrenders After Shooting / Faces New Charges for Rape

On Wednesday, 21 year old Wyatt Roetcisoender of Lewiston turned himself in to the Nez Perce County Detention Center on a warrant related to a shooting that took place last August in Nez Perce County. Roetcisoender was charged with Aggravated battery in connection with that incident that happened on August 6, 2022. Then, shortly after […]

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St. Joseph Issues Benefit Report

St. Joseph Medical Center has published its community benefit and economic impact report for the 2022 calendar year. The yearly report outlines the many ways the hospital positively contributes to the Lewis and Clark Valley area and spotlights how it continues to support the health and well-being of those who live and work in the […]

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Man Arrested After Investigation Into Sexual Abuse of Minor

A man from Dixie, Idaho is in some deep trouble after being inappropriate conduct and actions involving a minor. Idaho County detectives were investigating a report of the sexual abuse of a minor. That investigation led to the arrest of 46 year old Jason Koesel of Dixie, who was arrested on an Idaho County warrant […]

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Nez Perce Sheriff’s Office Announces Promotion

The Nez Perce County Sheriff’s Office recently held a testing process to select and promote a Patrol Corporal. This week, with friends and family in attendance, Corporal Anderson, who has been with the department for several years, was pinned. Anderson first was a Detention Deputy prior to transferring over to Patrol.

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2 Crashes Under Investigation

Idaho County first responders answered calls about two accidents early Tuesday morning. The first was a Semi Truck rollover on Hwy 95 just before 5am. There was reported partial lane blockage but no confirmed injuries. The second was a one vehicle accident that occurred at 5:56am. On Old Hwy 7 near East Road. There was […]

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United Way Fundraiser Planned

The annual Breakfast For Dinner fundraiser benefiting the Twin County United Way will be held next Wednesday, April 19, at Waffles n’ More in Lewiston. Those who show up between 5 and 8pm next Wednesday, will have the choice of dining in or take out.Tickets are $12 if purchased ahead of time or $15 at […]

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2023-24 Big Game Seasons and Rules

The digital 2023-24 Big Game Seasons and Rules brochure is now available and the printed brochures will arrive at Fish and Game offices and license vendors this month… in time for the May 1 to June 5 application period for big game controlled hunts. Hunters are also reminded that the draft Pronghorn Management plans is […]

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Agricultural Best Management Practices Grant Program

Idaho landowners, farmers, and ranchers who are interested in implementing agricultural best management practices, only have a few more days… until April 15th… to submit applications under the state Agricultural Best Management Practices Grant Program… designed to support pollution reduction efforts statewide. It’s aimed at helping landowners modify their agricultural practices to improve water quality […]

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