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Kootenai County deputy dies in UTV crash near Elk River

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A Kootenai County Sheriff's Office deputy, Dale Law, died in a UTV crash near Elk River on Friday morning. The 43-year-old was ejected from the vehicle when it rolled off an old logging road. The Clearwater County Sheriff's Office received a report of an overdue UTV at approximately 1:41 a. m. , leading to a search operation involving drones, helicopters, and local hunters.

The missing UTV was discovered at noon near the South Fork of Robinson Creek. Law was a resident of Hayden, Idaho, and this incident underscores the risks associated with operating UTVs in rugged terrain. Law's death marks a significant loss for the local law enforcement community. Authorities will likely review safety protocols for off-road vehicle operations following this tragic event. The support from local hunters during the search reflects the community's commitment to assisting law enforcement in times of crisis.

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Berney to retire as counseling point man

Mike Berney, Executive Director of Palouse River Counseling, will retire in December after over 30 years of service, paving the way for Clinical Director Kathleen Stewardson to assume his role. Under Berney's leadership, the organization expanded significantly, enhancing mental health services across Whitman County. Berney expressed optimism for the future of behavioral health in the community.

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Fire is not the enemy

Volunteers in north central Idaho conducted a controlled burn near Viola to reduce wildfire risks and enhance ecological health. Led by Heather Heward, the team emphasized the importance of fire as a tool for land management, likening it to medicine for wildlands. Participants included university students and local forestry professionals learning to adapt to fire’s role in the ecosystem.