Thursday, March 31
Plains track takes off running
It’s not easy replacing two perennial state placers, but that’s the task set before Plains’ first year track coach, Tony Banovich.
Lawmakers try to fund K-12 schools
This story is written by a UM School of Journalism student.
Tennis season begins in Superior
The Superior girls’ tennis team took to the courts last week. Coach Rick Barreth said that they braved the last couple of days.
Deborgia's library continues to grow
Community members making use of the resources
For Marilyn Wood, working as the librarian at DeBorgia’s Library is more of an adventure than work. Ever since it opened back in December, the library has continued to grow and expand.
Plains man found dead
Jeff Lakel, 27, was pronounced dead at approximately 10 a.m. on Tuesday morning, according to Sanders County Coroner Kathy Bates.
Program to update homes in Mineral
A program under the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development could help residents in Mineral County become homeowners.
Wednesday, March 30
Plains-Hot Springs falls at Mission
The Plains-Hot Springs Trotters opened their 2011 season just one hit shy of a victory.
2011 Plains Day theme to be "Out-laws & In-laws"
The planning for the 2011 Plains Day is already underway. This year’s celebration, which includes over 15 events, is scheduled for Saturday, June 4th.
T-Falls track team visits Corvallis
The Thompson Falls track team opened their 2011 season in style last weekend at the Gene Hughes Invite at Corvallis.
Lady Hawks lose opener to Loyola
The problem with being on top is that there’s nowhere to go but down.
Sanders County Sheriff's Report
3/20/11 12:41 a.m.- A reporting party called about a vehicle that slid off of Upper Lynch Creek Rd. with three females in the vehicle. They women stated they were fine and just wanted a ride home from a deputy, but had to stay at the scene until an officer arrived. One woman was complaining of back and neck pain.
Montana Hunter's Education course ends
The Plains Trap Club held a hunter’s safety education course last Saturday at the shooting range.
Community Calendar
Clark Fork Valley
Brynlee Peyton Johnston
Brynlee Peyton Johnston was born on Feb. 19. She weighed seven pounds five ounces and was 20 and one quarter inches long.
Federal plan provides policy overview
County organizations to benefit
The Mineral County Commissioners approved the Emergency Operations Plan, which was prepared for the county commissioners as well as the Town of Alberton and the Town of Superior. The plan was prepared by the Mineral County Disaster and Emergency Services (DES) as well as the Mineral County Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC).
Alberton starts track practices
Alberton students are once again hoping for good weather as they try to get outside to practice for track. Coach Rachel Clevenger said that they spent the first few days of practice in the gym.
Alberton library receives grant
The library in Alberton received a Libri Foundation Grant to purchase more children’s books. The grant was in the amount of $1,050. The grant required 2:1 matching and the Alberton Helping Hands organization supplied the $350 needed for the matching funds.
Energy crisis forthcoming?
The heartbreaking tragedy in Japan has rightly brought concerns with nuclear energy into the public debate. And with those concerns with nuclear safety, some are predicting that we will see a greater interest in coal-fired energy.
Phone book entry deadline approaches
The Mineral County Chamber of Commerce wants to remind businesses and people who work out of their homes that the deadline to get an advertisement in the Mineral County Yellow Pages Phone book is fast approaching. The deadline is April 15th.
Pot plant bust in Superior
Last week, Mineral County Deputy Jim Balenger, along with two other officers, busted a marijuana operation near Superior.
Tuesday, March 29
County schools send students to compete at state
Business Professionals of America State Competition offers a chance to shine
Students from St. Regis and Superior traveled to the Business Professionals of America State Competition last week.
Sunday, March 27
We the People: firearm related bills
There are several firearms related bills awaiting executive action by the Senate Judiciary Committee. It is anticipated we will be doing that on Monday, March 21st. I will give a brief description of each bill. House Bill 271: “Exception to concealed weapon offense if eligible to apply”, says that if you are eligible to apply for a concealed carry permit you may carry without an official permit. If you are able to qualify for a permit by having completed a firearms training course or military training you may carry concealed, no permit required. A hunter’s safety course is not adequate. It also means that those who are ineligible may not carry concealed; felons, etc. Basically under current law, you do not need a concealed carry permit outside of cities and towns, but you do when you cross the border line of a city or town. The State of Vermont has a similar law. I am supporting this bill. Judging by the correspondence I am receiving on this one, the overwhelming majority of Montanans want this bill passed.
Saturday, March 26
Mineral County shooters win awards
At the Flathead 4-H Shooting Sports Invitational this past February, eight Mineral County competitors claimed six awards in the three-position (prone, standing, and kneeling) air rifle and air pistol events. Top honors went to Luke Boyce shooting in the 13-14 year old age division. Luke had one of his best performances this season when he finished in first place in his age claiming the gold medal by posting a new personal best score of 251 (out of 300 possible) Luke’s top score was also good enough for him to finish 4th overall out of all competitors from all age groups. First and second finishers overall were from the 15 and over age division, the third overall shooter was from Beaverhead County’s 11-12 year old age division, and then Luke in 4th from the 13-14 age division. Luke had a great day of shooting that Saturday because he also shot a new personal best in the standing position with a 78 (out of 100 possible).
Plains Trap Club celebrates winter league
The Plains Trap Club celebrated their winter shooting league’s accomplishments on Friday night with a potluck barbeque dinner and awards ceremony.
Facts about HB 2
This past Tuesday, the Montana House of Representatives passed House Bill 2, which will eventually serve as the state’s budget for the next two years. Creation of a balanced budget is the one constitutional duty of the Legislature and it is a responsibility my Republican colleagues and I take very seriously.
Friday, March 25
Little guy wrestlers compete
Tournament prepares athletes for high school
Last Saturday, the Superior little guy wrestlers spent the day in Frenchtown at the second of three Inter Valley Tournaments. The wrestlers have one more qualifying tournament left before the state competition and so the short week season will soon be drawing to a close.
Lady Cats celebrate their season
After a journey that took them to the divisional tournament, Superior girls basketball coach Jeff Schultz said that overall, he felt they came away with a successful season.
First pitch upcoming for Trotters
Despite difficulties last year, Trotter head coach Larry Rivinius is hoping to gain some ground this softball season.
Unacceptable, absurd and ridiculous
Perhaps the governor should look in a mirror. He is, in his words, acting and speaking as if he and his words are “unacceptable, absurd and ridiculous.” Look at his statements on the wolf issue alone.
Thursday, March 24
New firehouse needed in Superior
One walk through the firehouse in Superior and someone might notice that there are more than a few problems with the building that houses the Superior Volunteer Fire Department. Fire chief John Woodland knows the problems all too well. In fact, he’s been working since he arrived four and half years ago to get the department a new building.
Upward Bound program prepares students for success in college
By Summer Crosby
Out of touch
Senator Greg Hinkle (R) of SD-7 is obviously completely out of touch with the dire consequences of the earthquake, tsunami and nuclear disasters on going in Japan. His remarks comparing the impact of medical marijuana in Montana to the effects of the tsunami clearly show the Senator lacks judgment, is not sensitive to human suffering on a massive scale, is oblivious to the terrible tragedy in Japan and has no place in public office.
Wednesday, March 23
Wolf managment may change in Montana
The management of wolves in Montana, and other western states may be changing in 2011.
Plains pool will open this summer
After months of uncertainty, the Plains pool will open this summer.
St. Patrick's Day celebration raises money
With leprechauns dancing about, shillelaghs for sale and pots of gold and green decorations hanging about, St. Patrick’s Day was in full swing at the DeBorgia schoolhouse.
Michael Anthony Besancon
Michael Anthony Besancon: March 14, 1962 – February 23, 2011
Timothy Troy Schwartzmann
Timothy Troy “Tim” Schwartzman, 47, passed away at home due to a cardiac episode on Friday, March 11, 2011.
Mineral County Sheriff's Report
3/6/11
Tee time approaches for Horseman
Spring has sprung in Sanders County and the Horsemen golfers are eager for another competitive season.
Relay for Life kicks off in Mineral County
Last Tuesday, March 15, the Mineral County Relay for Life committee held their annual kickoff event in the old schoolhouse gym in Superior.
Plains students enjoy red carpet treatment
A years worth of dress shopping, match-making and planning finally paid off last Saturday evening for Plains High School students.
TRACS Variety Show raises money
Well over 100 animal lovers gathered this weekend to have some fun and support a great cause as Thompson River Animal Care Shelter (TRACS) conducted its fifth annual fundraiser. The “Pretty Darn Good” Variety Show last Saturday and Sunday was the third of its kind for TRACS.
Sanders County Sheriff's Report
3/13/11 9:52 a.m. –
Marion Wrightsman
Marion Wrightsman, 90, as good of a husband, father and friend as anyone could ever have or want, passed from this earth from natural causes on March 19th at the Clark Fork Valley Long Term Care facility in Plains.
Briauna Marie Kulawinski
Briauna blessed us with her presence on Tuesday, March 8, 2011, at 12:23 a.m. She weighed 7lbs. 7.4 oz. and was 20 inches. long.
Monday, March 21
St. Regis track team starts practice
Students at St. Regis are once again outside and running. Track practice started last week on Monday and the first meet is scheduled for April 2, in Frenchtown.
The future of Plains' varsity football program
By Mike Miller
Sunday, March 20
Superior graduate leads her new team to a title
Last weekend, the Saco-Whitewater girls’ basketball team won their first state basketball championship in the history of either school, as a co-op team in Class C. And though the team isn’t from Mineral County and probably isn’t even familiar with the area, the team’s coach, Amber Erickson, is.
Heat look back on season
Saturday, March 19
Eminant domain
on and others’ characterization that to “export electrons over a wire” is no different than exporting logs down rivers is at best disingenuous. The trouble is, the electrons are not the issue; the lands condemned beneath the proposed power lines are. The wires are not there. The rivers already are.
Teacher makes learning fun
When the high school gym went pitch black last week on Monday, some elementary students cried out that they were afraid of the dark. But a few minutes later when a Black Eyed Peas’ song “I Gotta Feeling” started playing and the lasers begin to dance on the walls and ceilings, students were thrilled.
Friday, March 18
Keeping in touch
The House Appropriations Committee, after reviewing all the appropriations subcommittees’ recommendations, created a legislative budget that is currently $60 million lower in total funds than the executive request. This is the House of Representatives effort to provide a structural balanced budget for the State of Montana. Structural balance is the difference between ongoing revenues and ongoing spending. Currently, without considering the impact of the actuarially funding of the retirement systems, the structural balance is short by $71.7 million in FY 2012 and $20.8 million in FY 2013, leaving a bit more work to be done by the Legislature as House Bill (HB) 2 continues on through the process.
"Harmony of Nations" to perform
Monica Huggett will be coming to Montana to perform twice in 2011. Monica is one of the founders of and performers in the Montana Baroque Music Festival now in its eighth year in July.
Hospital offers new services
Look no further than Mineral Community Hospital for your orthopedic surgery needs.
Thursday, March 17
Drug ring in Hot Springs busted
On Thursday, March 10, deputies and detectives from the Sanders County Sheriff's Office along with tribal officers and Hot Springs Police Department officers made three arrests in the town of Hot Springs. The arrests were part of the culmination of an eight month long undercover investigation by the Sanders County Sheriff's Office, Hot Springs Police Department, Montana Division of Criminal Investigation Agents and members of the Northwest Drug Task Force. Detective Doug Dryden of the Sanders County Sheriff's Office had requested help from Northwest Drug Task Force officers early in 2010 to help with the investigation.
Mineral County Sheriff's Report
2/27/11
Hinkle's voting history
erify my statement that he is opposed to supporting education almost 100% of the time.
Shooters travel to compete nationally
Georgia is on the mind of one Mineral County shooter (and her coaches) ever since shooting a 277 three-position score in the 2010-2011 U.S. Army Junior Open Postal Championship. Dahkota Hayes shot the postal phase of the National tournament in January along with fifteen other Mineral County junior shooters.
Wednesday, March 16
"They all have my heart"
Hundreds of people came to support the Black family on Saturday night at the V.F.W. in Plains, in the wake of the tragic death of Dustin and Denny Black.
4-H competition showcases hobbies
Students from Sanders County gathered at Thompson Falls High School on Saturday morning to demonstrate their 4-H projects to a panel of judges.
Heather's Country Kitchen opens
Heather Worrall saw an opportunity to make her dream come true and she wasn’t about to let it go.
Plains remembers basketball season
Spring burns planned
The Superior Ranger District is planning spring burning for 2011. The district would like to burn as many of these areas as possible, but ignition at a specific site will take place only if funding is available and when operational safety, air quality, weather and fuel moisture conditions are favorable.
Little guy wrestlers compete in tournament
Nearly three hundred “little guy wrestlers” competed last weekend in a two day tournament in Superior. The tournament was one of the first qualifying tournaments for the state competition and twenty-five Superior wrestlers placed.
Red Devils recall 2011 season
Tobacco Education Funding
Last week I was in Helena for the Soles for Souls display where 1,400 pairs of shoes lined the halls of the Capitol to draw attention to the yearly tobacco deaths in Montana. I was moved by the variety of shoes, everything from hot pink stiletto heels to beaded leather moccasins, represented how indiscriminate tobacco is as a killer of innocent people. Tobacco use continues to be the leading cause of preventable disease in Montana. In Sanders County there were 172 deaths due to tobacco from 2004-2009.
Basketball Honors
The 2010-2011 District 7-B All -Conference teams have been announced. Among the players receiving recognition for their stellar play are several from Sanders County.
LIGHT shines in St. Regis
Dr. Alan and Sarah Damron have the intention to spread the gospel from St. Regis to the Idaho border.
Justin Lee Fields
Justin Lee Fields entered eternal rest on March 10, 2011 due to a tragic accident. Justin was born on September 3 1977 in Forest Grove Oregon. He was the coveted middle child of James Lee Fields and Debra Lou Wilson Fields. Justins childhood was spent between California and Montana which Justin felt was his true home. Justins sense of adventure, humor and outright charm made him who he was. He loved the outdoors! Fishing, hunting, camping and gathering firewood. He was known during trying times to have someone drop him 20 miles out with a sleeping bag and a few supplies. Around town he made a living fixining cars, houses , cutting firewood you name it he was a Jack of all trades. Justin had a huge heart and if you neede help he was there. He is preceded in death by his father James Lee Fields and is survived by His beloved mother Debra Wilson Fields his sister Dionna L. Lime of Clearlake California, his brother Joe A. Wilson of Washington his daugher Andrea Fields of Clearlake California nieces Alissa R. Lime of Thompson Falls and Destiny Boyce of clearlake California many beloved relatives and 3 beloved step childeren by a previous marriage. He is also survived by Ken and Donna McQueen as his second parents who loved him dearly. A celebration of justins life will be held Saturday March 19, 2011 2:00pm at Falls Chapel 414 East Hailey Street in Thompson Falls. Please join us to share and remember Justin.
Missoula Children's Theatre presents "Snow White"
The Missoula Children’s Theatre rolled into Plains last week, and with in seven days had 60 students putting on a “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs” production.
A lesson in school funding
With the legislative session now past the half-way point, the proposed bills will transfer from one house to the other for more work. This is the time when all school personnel and community members begin to see the first significant language on education funding. Plains Public Schools and the Plains-Paradise community are watching carefully to see how legislative action will affect school budgets. To help clarify the sometimes confusing issue of school funding, Plains Public Schools would like to outline two key components of educational funding in Montana. The actions taken by the legislature will impact both Basic Entitlement and ANB funding.
Sanders County Sheriff's Report
3/6/11 11:31 a.m. – Loud music was said to be coming from a house on Park St. for about two hours.
Pvt. Davan G. Landes
Army Pvt. Davan G. Landes has graduated from Basic Combat Training at Fort Sill, Lawton, Oklahoma.
Zaviar Sky Pinkington
Zaviar Sky Pilkington was born on February 24, 2011 at Clark Fork Valley Hospital in Plains, Montana. He was born at 3:46 a.m. weighing 8 pounds, 10 _ ounces and measured at 20 _ inches long. Proud parents are Britney Dawn O’Hara and Justin Dale Pilkington of Plains. Maternal grandparents are Christine Kolczak and Tracy Hardy. Maternal great grandparents are Calvin Kolczak, Angus Kolczak, Sharon Hardy and William Hardy. Paternal grandparent is Nancy Tompkins, of Somerville, Tennessee.
Monday, March 14
"Boots and Buckles Bash" to raise money
The Mineral County Medical Foundation invites the public to its annual “Boots and Buckles Bash” fund raiser to be held at the St. Regis Community Center on Saturday, April 2, at 6:00 P.M.
Sunday, March 13
Relay for Life kick-off in Superior draws a crowd
It’s that time of year again.
Q&A with Thompson Falls Lady Hawks' Coach Jason Reimer
We the people: Session half way over
We are now past the halfway point of the session, where all non-revenue bills which have passed the Senate have been sent to the House and all approved House bills sent to the Senate. One thing I have not heard much about in the discussions on state funding is the potential for global economic problems to have a negative influence on state funding; for example, we are at war in the Middle East, gas prices in the country are soaring, and Montana’s development is down. The remainder of the session should be interesting, and I look forward to seeing how it all shakes out.
Saturday, March 12
Q&A with Noxon Lady Devil's Coach Ron Jungert
Friday, March 11
"I Love to Read" month wraps up in Alberton
The Alberton elementary school finished its annual “I Love to Read” month last week. On Wednesday, the library wrapped up the month with awards and activities for the students. The theme this year was about trains and railroads.
Q&A with Plains Trotters' Coach Richard Griffin
At what cost?
A story in the Feb. 24 edition of the Sanders County Ledger brought back memories of my childhood.
Thursday, March 10
Panthers look back on season
The Alberton Panthers basketball season is over and though it didn’t end necessarily how they would have liked, Coach Clevenger felt that overall it was a successful season.
Paradise author shares railroad story
Local author “Jo” Benita (McNeely) Hanson presented her recently published book at a signing on Thursday evening at the Plains Public Library.
Job fair helps students prepare for the next step
Plains high school seniors were dressed to the nines last Tuesday night as they gathered for the annual Jobs for Montana Graduates (JMG) Job Fair.
Letter to the Editor
I am writing one letter in response to the issues raised by Dave Bennett, Dave Lyman and Ernest Scherzer.
Wednesday, March 9
February fling prepares locals for spring
"Friends of the LIbrary" raise money for Mineral County Library
Mineral County news services
Community meets to address robberies
The message at the public forum hosted by Mineral County Neighbors for a Safe Community last week was to be aware.
Little guy wrestlers compete in tournament
Chaotic might just be the word to describe the atmosphere of the little guy wrestling tournament that took place last Thursday in Superior.
Officers injured in collision
Two Mineral County officers were struck by a car last Monday.
Students reflect on crash
The five basketball players and wrestler who were involved in a serious car crash a couple of weeks ago have all returned home and started the recovery process.
Community unites to save the Plains pool
The Plains community pool will not function this summer without a new sand filter.
Plains students celebrate reading
Plains elementary school students celebrated their reading achievements and “I Love to Read Month” last week with class parties and a book fair.
Keeping in touch
With transmittal deadlines behind us, Legislators, after returning from a few, very much appreciated days off spent with family and friends, again face a very hurried pace doing the peoples work, completing the 50th legislative day on Saturday, March 5th.
Lady Heat look back on season
Sanders County Sheriff Report
2/27/11 11:30 a.m. – A reporting party advised that two black labs on Estate Rd. has been in his shop and yard and urinated etc. on his property. He has filed the same complaint in the past.
Plains student wins Sanders County Spelling Bee
Twenty-five students from Sanders County competed in the 24th annual county spelling bee last Thursday afternoon at the Thompson Falls Senior Citizen Center.
W. Damon Wheeler
Warren Damon Wheeler, born to Warren and Ida Wheeler in Sand Coulee, MT on September 25, 1916, died peacefully of natural causes at the Clark Fork Valley hospital in Plains on Sunday, March 6, 2011.
Walter J. Hermiston
1921-2011
Monday, March 7
CASA comes through Mineral County
CASA of Missoula has expanded our program to Mineral County, and we are looking for dedicated and caring individuals who might be interested in volunteering for the CASA program. Our CASA volunteers work towards making sure every child in Mineral County has a safe home and a chance for a positive future.
Sunday, March 6
Senior program receives grants to benefit school programs
The Retired Senior Volunteer Program in Mineral County received a grant from Blackfoot Telecommunications for $500.
DOT grant awarded to Superior
Last week, the Mineral County DUI Court announced that it has been awarded a $75,620 grant from the Montana Department of Transportation Highway and Traffic Safety Division for implementation of a Driving Under the Influence (D.U.I.) Court in Mineral County. The funds will be administered through the Town of Superior with the support of Mayor Mike Wood and Brenda Schneider as Chief Financial Officer.
Saturday, March 5
Frivilous Spending
On Wednesday night Governor Schweitzer was on the KECI 10:00pm news bashing “frivolous” legislation - he used spear hunting, allowing children to have firearms INSIDE (my emphasis) in schools, and the multitude of nullification bills as examples of such. He stated, “These frivolous pieces of legislation have cost the taxpayers of Montana $2,000,000.00.”
We the People: current legislative session
We’re at the midway point of the session with transmittal break February 25-28. We had some long days and short nights in Helena hearing an increased number of general bills both in committee and on the floor.
Clinic gives riders tune-up
Owners loaded their horses into the trailer and traveled down to Tarkio Equestrian Center on February 19 for a four hour clinic presented by horse trainer Marc Haskins. Haskins is also the owner of the equestrian center and has been hosting the Winter Horsemanship Clinic Series for horse owners around the county.
Friday, March 4
Pool Problems
What is really going on with the pool? I think it would be fair to let the town of Plains, MT know exactly we’re up against with the closing of the community pool. There are so many stories going around; Mayor Brinson needs to make a true statement to the paper.
Bluehawks beaten in semifinal
Thompson Falls was one win away from advancing to the Western B Divisional championship game, as they participated in the tournament last weekend in Pablo. The Bluehawks ended their season 11-12.
Changes annouced for Thompson Falls market
The Thompson Falls Market is returning in 2011 for its 4th season of bringing locally grown produce, farm fresh eggs, arts and crafts and baked goods. During the annual Soup Social & Market Meeting, market manager, Katrina Campbell presented news on changes attendees and vendors will see this summer.
Thursday, March 3
Burn season about to begin
The Superior Ranger District has announced that open burning season has begun. The season opened on Tuesday, March 1, and will continue through April 30. During this period, burn permits will not be required for burning that is conducted.
Break-ins become a problem
The Mineral County Neighbors for a Safe Community organization is holding a public forum on March 2 at 6:30 p.m. at Superior High School to discuss the crime in the county.
Welcome to the jungle
Last week, a bunch of jungle creatures inhabited the halls of the St. Regis School. But the students were practicing getting into their roles for the production of The Jungle Book.
Cafe Orozco opening in Plains
Needful Things, a general store in downtown Plains, is adding a coffee shop and ice cream parlor to its services.
Wednesday, March 2
WMMHC
The Mineral County office of Western Montana Mental Health Center has been awarded a $20,000 grant from the Montana Mental Health Settlement Trust for the Recovery Garden in Superior. The grant proposal was submitted by Thomas Hodgetts, Director. The funds will be distributed from the settlement resulting from Montana’s 2007 lawsuit against Eli Lilly. The Trust has received over 200 applications for grants since it was established. The Recovery Garden, created in 2010, yielded over a ton of fresh produce which was donated to local residents, families, and Food Bank. Pat Byrne, the owner of the vacant lot next to the WMMHC office at 405 Brooklyn Avenue, donated the use of his property for the project. The Garden was the inspiration of WMMHC staff and Drop In Center members. WMMHC clients and staff, participants in the Mineral County DUI Treatment Court, and community members worked tirelessly to establish and maintain the Garden. The funds will be used to purchase or build a small greenhouse to get an earlier start on the growing season. It is hoped that the program can be expanded to Alberton and St. Regis as well. Aside from the benefit of providing healthy food to the community, the Recovery Garden also provides a healthy peer group for persons recovering from mental illness and/or addiction as an alternative to isolation or substance use.
Weed management plan now finalized
Representatives from Fish, Wildlife and Parks stopped in last week to visit with the commissioners and to give them an update on where they were with the Fish Creek project.
Plowing Problems
For nearly forty years, I have resided in a home on the corner of Main and B streets in St. Regis. Somehow when the snow comes the plows are quick to clear Main Street.
Lady Cats get pounced by Bigfork in divisionals
After finishing third at districts, the Lady Cats headed to Pablo for the divisional tournament. The girls played three teams during the tournament. It was a loss against Bigfork on Friday that ended their season.
Wrestlers are ready to rumble
High school wrestling may be over, but if anyone wants to watch some more action on the mats, little guy wrestling gettting started.
Bobcats end season with pride
Starting out this last season of basketball, Coach Bajin Smith knew that the team was coming back after a rough season last year, but things were looking good when 24 players came out for the first week of practice.
Lady Tigers' season cut short
The St. Regis Lady Tigers’ season was cut short when they dropped down to four players. Without a team of five, the girls forfeited the last few games of their regular season and missed out on playing at the district tournament.
Civil Discourse
We believe there are a number of reasons people run for political office, the ones that come to mind are: money, self –satisfaction, self-promotion or a combination of these. State Legislature positions are probably not desired for the money. It seems that, regardless of campaign promises “to always listen and be worthy of the honor of representing the constituency”, it does not take long before most of that is forgotten and instead they feel they need to think for the constituency instead of representing them. This includes reversing initiatives the voters have voted in, including but not limited to term limits.
Trotters toppled in two games
Experience made all the difference for a talented Trotter team that fell in a pair of games, ending their season last weekend at the Western B Divisional Tournament.
Horsemen headed home after a pair of losses
Plains’ Cinderella season came to an end at divisionals, as the Horsemen were eliminated in back to back games by a combined 36 points.
Thompson Falls woman dies in crash
Poor road conditions contributed to a head-on collision resulting in a fatality late Tuesday afternoon said Montana Highway Patrolmen Rich Hader.
Deputy slides down embankment
Sanders County Deputy Steven Spurr, slid his sport utility vehicle sideways over the steep edge of an embankment on Buffalo Bill Road off of Highway 200 outside of Plains on Thursday evening at about 5:05 p.m.
Sanders County Sheriff's Report
2/20/11
Jobs for Montana graduates class teaches student initiative
Plains middle school students enrolled in the Jobs for Montana Graduates Class (JMG) aren’t attending an average class.
I love to read month is here
Plains schools will be participating in “I Love to Read Month,” which encourages students in elementary through high school to consistently read books.
Relay for Life teams sign up early at kick-off event
Even though the acutal event is not until August, Sanders County has a head start on the 2011 Relay for Life, which is the signature national fundraiser for the American Cancer Society.
Mineral County Officers struck by car Monday night
Two Mineral County officers were struck by a car on Monday night.
