Thursday, December 20
Mineral County Community Calendar
Trestle Creek Meeting
Superior fire hall
A proposal will be sent to the CDBG to cover the estimated $14,000 cost of moving Superior town offices into the new Fire Hall.
Proposal will be sent to CDBG for Superior town offices
Superior Volunteer Fire Chief John Woodland reported he received advice to submit a proposal to the Community Development Block Grant program with regards to creating town offices in the fire hall.
Dolce Canto conccert
The choral ensemble Dolce Canto performed at the Superior Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. The concert featured many holiday favorites and utilized vocals as well as several instruments.
Choral ensemble Dolce Canto performs "Serenity and Stillness"
When the choral ensemble Dolce Canto first visited Mineral County, they were a small act with only eight members but on Thursday the ensemble returned over 30 strong to perform there “Serenity and Stillness” holiday show at the Superior Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.
Panters basketball
Senior Natasha Ball was instrumental in the win against Granite.
Panthers fight hard and get conference win in league opener
The Alberton Lady Panther Basketball team faced off against two teams this week, including county rival Superior as well as Granite County.
Lady Tigers
St. Regis freshman Pilar Cantrell-Field scored 14-points in the fourth quarter to elevate the Tigers over Charlo.
St. Regis Lady Tigers win critical games
St. Regis Lady Tiger Head Coach Damian Droessler has set a goal for his team – to get to the last four minutes of the game and take control.
Superior Bobcats
Superior Bobcat Jarrod Tippens had a huge 26-point game against Arlee Friday.
Superior Bobccat boys claim critical win
SUPERIOR - A post-season like energy was felt throughout the Superior High School Gym on Friday night when the Arlee Warriors came to town to face off against the boys basketball squad.
US transportation secretary launches holiday DUI crackdown
U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood Launches ‘Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over’ Holiday Crackdown
Enjoy the holidays intacct: Drive sober or don't drive, Mineral County Sheriff's Office increases patrols through beginning of year
Mineral County, Mont. — As Montanans celebrate this festive season with holiday parties and end-of-year celebrations, Mineral County Sheriff’s Office is increasing patrols through January 1, 2013, to deter impaired, unsafe driving and keep the public safe on Montana roads.
A personal account of the origins of the Superior Lions Club food and gift program
Last Christmas in a story about the Superior Lion’s Club’s Christmas food and gift program you asked the Lion’s how it started. Since the program began just after Christmas in 1957 or 58, all of the current Lion’s were too young to remember.
St. Regis School District included on Governor Brian Schweitzer's budget for the 2015 Biennium Quality School Grant
St. Regis, Montana, November 27, 2012 -- St. Regis School District is included on the Governor’s budget for Quality School Grant funds as requested by the district earlier this year. St Regis a K-12 school district in Mineral County submitted a proposal for ADA upgrades to the library restroom, gym seating, ADA access to the stage and locker rooms in a budgeted amount of $185,837. The district approved up to 20% in matching funds to pay for ineligible costs such as legal, audit, and administrative fees. Superintendent Hanson explained the written letters of support from individuals, business owners, community agencies, and our state representative Gordon R. Hendrick were certain to have played a large part in the district’s success.
St. Regis Sixth Graders
Marshall Green Jack Mitchell and Emma Hill explain a map of Egypt
St. Regis sixth graders give community a taste of ancient Egypt
For the students in Diane Gingerich’s sixth grade class, at St. Regis Elementary, fun is a four-letter word.
Questions raised over Balenger's use of vehicle while on leave
Mineral County Undersheriff Mike Boone was present at a regular meeting of the Mineral County Commissioners Dec. 12 to field questions regarding the paid administrative leave of Jim Balenger.
Wednesday, December 19
Holiday safety tips
With the holidays fast approaching this might be a good time to review some crime prevention tips that will keep you, your family and property safe this season. Remember that the holidays are a prime time to be victimized by criminals.
Thompson Falls ambulance trains on ice
On December 9th 2012 Thompson Falls Volunteer Ambulance Co. conducted a winter driving training course at the Thompson Falls High School in the main parking lot. Robert Cirolia the driving instructor gave an over view of the course to the members and told them what obstacles to look for. The parking lot was covered in ice so it was ideal for winter training. The ice made it just that much more of a challenge to conduct quick stops and turns.
Della Marie Spindler
Della Marie Spindler
Sanders County Community Calendar
Open Gym at Plains
Savage Heat take out TERS, fall to Arlee
HOT SPRINGS - In their District 14-C opener of the regular basketball season, the Savage Heat came out big against Two Eagle River on Friday night.
Lady Savage Heat get a Friday win
HOT SPRINGS - At home Friday night, the Lady Savage Heat got their first win of the regular basketball season over Two Eagle River.
Horsement basketball
Senior post Jeremiah Crawford powers up for a basket Friday night against the Troy Trojans. Crawford had 22 points to the game.
Horsemen put up tough fight
PLAINS - The Horsemen came out strong against the Troy Trojans Friday night with some breakout performances, but were unable to seal the deal with a win.
Thompson Falls basketball
Baptiste Seynaeve, the lead scorer for Thompson Falls goes to put up some points during the game against Loyola.
Thompson Falls basketball plays with pride
THOMPSON FALLS – The Bluehawks played their hearts out on Friday against Loyola, a very tough opponent.
Red Devils basketball
Senior Red Devil Austin Tucker takes control of the ball at the half time buzzer with the score at 21-16 Noxon during the game against Troy.
Red Devils strong, Lady Devils came up short
NOXON – The Red Devils faced off Troy on Saturday in a close game that resulted in a 48 – 41 win.
Symes Christmas knit footwear
Ruthie Israel knits a pattern to make one of her knitted-felt shoes. Israel has made the "very comfortable" footwear for 15 years.
Symes Christmas pot holders
Bernadette Hall holds up one of her handmade "Amazing Pot Holders" at the Christmas at the Symes holiday bazaar. Hall makes just 30 pot holders each year for the event.
Symes Christmas Santa
Robert Dobrovolyny as Santa Claus greets guests of the Christmas at the Symes celebration in Hot Springs on Sunday.
Bank Christmas music 5
Cooper Spurr hesitantly gives Santa Claus a high five.
Bank Christmas music 4
Rackel Wrobleski fills Rocky Mountain Bank with music during her performance.
Bank Christmas music 3
Martin Wrobleski plays the piano while his little sister Katherine observes him.
Bank Christmas music 2
Hallie Corbin, 6, anxiously speaks with Santa Claus at the Rocky Mountain Christmas Open House.
Bank Christmas music 1
Piano teacher Heidi Mac plays the recorder while her student Audrey Brown plays the piano.
Thompson Falls Concert - Jingle Bells
Thompson Falls Elementary first and second graders sing a classic holiday favorite, "Jingle Bells" Monday night at the annual Christmas concert. Grades kindergarten - fifth and sixth grade choirs and band performed Christmas holiday songs for adoring parents and relatives.
Thompson Falls Concert 2
The third and fourth graders perform Christmas songs for a packed gym at the Thompson Falls Elementary Christmas concert.
Thompson Falls Concert Santa
Santa Claus came to visit the younger kids handing out gift bags.
Thompson Falls Concert
The sixth grade band performs for the audience at the Thompson Falls Elementary School gym during the Christmas concert on Monday night.
Calvert
Calvert
Trotters vs. Trojans 4
Senior Trotter Jessica Hansen (#40) looks for the fastbreak as teammate Sami Kinzie (left) knocks out the ball from the Lady Trojans' possession.
Trotters vs. Trojans 3
Sophomore Trotter Hailey Phillips handles with care going into the offensive play against Troy.
Trotters vs. Trojans 2
Felicia Earhart and a Lady Trojan race to get the ball after a turnover Friday night.
Trotters vs. Trojans 1
Carley VonHeeder gets her defensive guard up against a Lady Trojan Friday night.
Trotters make comeback against Lady Trojans for win
PLAINS –After a lackluster start against the Lady Trojans in clutch game of basketball, the Trotters were the comeback kids of Friday night after pulling through with a win.
Montana Food Network receives grant from Avista; Support will benefit the Sanders County food banks
For some residents of Sanders County, Mont., feeding their families can be one of the biggest challenges they face each month. Six community food banks in Sanders County will have a bit more money to stock their shelves in the months ahead as the result of a $2,400 grant made by the Avista Foundation.
USFS Priscilla Peak Prescribed Fire project seeks comments
PLAINS - The Plains/Thompson Falls Ranger District, Lolo National Forest, is soliciting public comment on the proposed Priscilla Peak Prescribed Fire project between the Thompson River and West Fork Thompson River northeast of Thompson Falls on Dec. 14. This project is located in T 22 N, R 28 W immediately adjacent to Priscilla Peak. This project began in 2006, but has been on hold for several years, because 6 years have elapsed an additional comment period is warranted.
Letter to Editor - Dec. 19, 2012
Melanie Crowson
Melanie Crowson
Melanie's Christmas Column: Channeling the spirit of Christmas every day
Every Christmas season, the feelings that evoke the pleasantries of home, family, love and good tidings are amplified by the holiday cheer. The main streets in the little towns are brighter, the smiles on everyone’s faces bigger. Christmas brings that out in all of us, and it starts from an early age.
Pat Ingraham
Pat Ingraham
Keeping in touch with Rep. Pat Ingraham
December is a time when days are filled with bazaars, shopping plans, baking, eating, decorating, singing carols, gathering together with friends and families, school programs, opportunities to help others as we celebrate Christmas. It’s a time to count our many blessings. For legislators such as me, it also is time to prepare for the upcoming 63rd Legislative Session which will start on January 7th when we are sworn into office.
Trappers reminded of domestic dog capture precautions
With standard furbearer seasons underway and wolf trapping set to begin on December 15, Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks reminds pet owners to be mindful that there could be trapping activity in the woods.
FWP offers reminders for wolf trapping season
With Saturday’s opening of Montana’s first wolf trapping season Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks offers important reminders for trappers and all winter recreationists.
Calvert allegedly stabbed victim 54 times
THOMPSON FALLS - The preliminary hearing of Nathan Lee William Calvert scheduled for Dec. 17 at 4 p.m. at the Sanders County Justice Court was vacated because charges against Calvert were brought forth by County Attorney Zimmerman.
Hwy 135 Rollover 2
Plains-Paradise Rural Fire District assistant chief Lee Mercier looks for the location of the battery while Lt. Pat Erving secures the scene.
Hwy 135 Rollover
Assistant Chief Lee Mercier and another firefighter from Plains-Paradise Rural Fire District examine the vehicle.
Vehicle rolls over on Hwy 135, none injured
PARADISE - At approximately 3:00 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 13, a one-vehicle rollover was reported on Highway 135 near mile marker 19.
Monday, December 17
Sheriff's Report
Sanders County Sheriff’s Report for 12/2 – 12/8
Senior News
Dixon
Della Spindler
DEATH NOTICE: Former Plains resident Della Spindler, 93, passed away Monday Dec. 10 at St. Patrick’s Hospital in Missoula. Services will be held Friday, Dec. 14 at11:30 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Ronan at a later date. Shrider-Thompson Funeral Home is entrusted with the arrangements. A full obituary will follow next week.
Plains Post Office to close early Christmas Eve, New Year's Eve
PLAINS - Post Offices nationwide will be open Christmas Eve, Monday, Dec. 24, and New Year’s Eve, Monday, Dec. 31. The Plains Post Office will shorten retail lobby hours and close at 2:30 pm on these dates. Regular mail delivery will be unaffected by the change.
Pavlik to appear in January
THOMPSON FALLS - What was originally set to be his initial court appearance on Dec. 11 has been changed to Jan. 8 due to a motion filed by accused offender Lance Pavlik’s lawyer, Lance Jasper.
Friday, December 14
Connolly grapples
Caleb Connelly against Mission-Charlo's Zach Daniels at 285 pounds. Connelly won by pin at 1:20.
Air
Noxon guard Neal Jopling soars in for a layup during the Sanders County Tip-Off Tourney boys championship game against Thompson Falls in Plains on Saturday night. Jopling was named MVP for the tournament.
Tiger Basketball
Senior Spur Hill was a consistent threat on offense and led the Tigers in scoring against Alberton.
Staff Meeting
Thom Chisholm gets Ayda Griffin to draw the lucky ticket for a prize at Monday's Plains staff metting.
Lady Tigers
St. Regis freshman Pilar Cantrell-Field played huge on offense in the Tiger Tail Tournament, averaging 24.5 points a game.
Court ordered federal election recount to take place Friday
Celebrate the holidays with free concert from Dolce Canto
CPR practice
Hillary Stevens practices CPR techniques on a training dummy.
Tree of Life
Janice Barber, CFVH Home Health and Hospice Manager welcomes everyone to the Hospice Tree of Life event.
Santa Claus
Saunta Claus puts smiles on onlookers' faces with ease as his snowy ride pulls in to the DeBorgia Schoolhouse parking lot.
Multi-Event Centet
A computer model of the proposed Superior Multi-Event Center that will feature a pool and gym.
Dustin Goebel
Dustin Goebel
Missing person in Mineral County
MINERAL COUNTY - The Mineral County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the communities help in the search for 21-year-old missing person Dustin Goebel.
Thursday, December 13
Rollover
MHP and Plains-Paradise Rural Fire investigate the scene on Hwy 135 Dec. 13.
Vehicle rolls over on Highway 135
PARADISE - At approximately 3:00 p.m., a one-vehicle rollover was reported on Highway 135 near mile marker 19.
Wednesday, December 12
Alice Lacy
Friday, December 7
UPDATE: One dead, one critical after home invasion in Dixon
DIXON - One person is dead and another one is in critical condition after a home invasion occurred in the Dixon area on Thursday night.
Wednesday, December 5
Bazaar
JoEllen Godin of Superior puts the finishing touches on a necklace at the St. Regis Christmas Bazaar.
Clinton Oliver Spindler
Clinton Oliver Spindler
St. Regis Gift Shop
Twin Sisters Laura and Marie decorate for the holidays. The sisters have over 50 years of combined experience at St. Regis Gift Shop.
Blanche B. Brackett Richardson
Blanche B. Brackett Richardson
Deer and elk harvest down this season according to FWP
Lady Bobcats
Bobcat senior Myranda Kuhl drives the ball against fellow senior Nicole Stoot during a scrimmage on Saturday night.
Post Up
Brady Ovitt passes the ball beneath Wyatt Winbrenner's legs Saturday during the Horsemen Basketball white-vs-black team scrimmage.
Superior Bobcats
Superior senior Adam Kay elevates on a fast-break attempt during a scrimmage between the varsity and junior varsity squads on Saturday. The Bobcats start their season on the road this Friday.
Hard work and depth keys as Bobcat season approaches
Alberton seniors give back through service projects
Mayor Brinson
Town of Plains Mayor Michael Brinson speaks with the town council Monday, Dec. 3.
Ed Hollenback
Ed Hollenback thanks attendees gathered at Mineral Community Hospital to honor service in the community and on the MCH board.
Ed Hollenback honored for service to MCH
Santa Comin' to Town
Santa Claus tosses candy to the antipating children during the Thompson Falls Christmas on Main Street Light Parade Chamber Event on Saturday, Dec. 1.
