Wednesday, February 26
Lady Hawks claim 7-B championship
The Thompson Falls girls basketball team beat Eureka, 39-28, last Saturday to win the District 7-B championship.
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Charlo Lady Vikings beat Hot Springs for District 14-C title
In the end, the unbeaten stayed that way and took home the top prize.
Seeley-Swan tops Lady Mountain Cats for 13C crown
The top two seeds proved to be accurate in the Montana Girls 13C basketball tournament held this past weekend in Frenchtown.
Kvelve's Comments: How the young have changed
Boy oh boy. Things have changed, yet as someone once said, “the more things change the more they remain the same.”
N Lazy J Arena busy with improvements
Lodge pole posts and wooden fencing don’t last forever.
How is guilt affecting your life?
This is a two part series. In this article we will explore the concept of guilt and how it affects a person’s life. Next week I will discuss how to manage guilt.
March Cabin Fever potluck will feature favored local hikes
For those who want to learn more about hikes to the beautiful lakes and peaks of Mineral County, plan on attending the Cabin Fever potluck at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, March 14, in the 4-H Building at the Mineral County Fairgrounds in Superior.
Disabled American Vets chapter seeks volunteer drivers for medical appointments
If you’re one of the 565 veterans living in Mineral County and you do not have transportation to see your primary care provider at the VA Clinic in Missoula, what do you do?
Clark Fork fights hard at District 13C
As the beloved baseball legend Yogi Berra once said, “it ain’t over till it’s over.”
Abigail Wheeler wins county spelling bee
With the spread of acronyms and slang abbreviations permeating social media these days, correct spelling of words is taking a beating.
Plains Horsemen secure trip to Divisionals
Third time is not always the charm.
Wednesday, February 19
Elinor Swanson, Harlan Swanson
Elinor and Harlan Swanson of Colorado Springs, Colorado, died in a vehicle accident in Contreras, New Mexico, Jan. 20, 2020.
Asa 'Hartley' Helm, 83
Asa “Hartley” Helm, 83, of Cape Fair, Missouri, passed away Saturday, Feb. 1, 2020, at his home in Cape Fair.
Legals February 19, 2020
The Sanders County Educational Services Cooperative will soon destroy special education/speech-language therapy records of former students who have been out of school for approximately 8 years, or who will reach the age of 26 by June 1st, 2020. Former students may contact the Sanders County Educational Services Cooperative, P.O. Box 1448, Thompson Falls, MT 59873 within sixty days of this notice if they wish to obtain the information contained in them. Please be reminded that these records may be needed for social security benefits or other purposes. The information to be destroyed shall NOT include data collected on a routine basis that is maintained on all school children (such as the student's name, address, telephone number, grade level completed/year completed). The data to be destroyed shall include information regarding identification, location, evaluation, and other items directly related to special education services which the student received. Persons having questions about this process or wishing to request that special education/speech-language therapy records be destroyed may contact the Sanders County Educational Services Cooperative at 406-827-3007 for assistance. Published in the Clark Fork Valley Press on February 12 19, 2020. MNAXLP
Legals for February, 19 2020
Friday, February 14
Carol Jean Christensen (Flory)
Carol Jean Christensen (Flory), 79, of Plains, passed away in the arms of her children on Sunday, Feb. 2, 2020 at Clark Fork Valley Long Term Care after her battle with cancer.
Plains H.S. student teams up with local artist
When an aspiring, talented young artist joins forces with a talented, experienced artist good things can happen.
Hot Springs girls win twice; boys get swept in close games
The Hot Springs boys and girls basketball teams closed out a hectic weekend of Montana Class C basketball with games at home Saturday night.
Plains loses to Hot Springs; Trotters beat St. Regis
For the Plains Trotter girls basketball team, this past weekend was a reflection of their season.
Horsemen race past Hot Springs, St. Regis
Two big games against local rivals and two big wins.
Ten Sanders County wrestlers qualify for state
Ten wrestlers from Sanders County qualified for the state tournament this week at MetraPark in Billings.
Paradise man jailed after alleged Christmas day assault
A Paradise man is lodged in the Sanders County Detention Center after authorities said he beat up his wife on Christmas day.
Open houses planned to review floodplain maps
Mineral County and the Town of Superior are working with Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation and the Federal Emergency Management Agency to update floodplain maps for the Clark Fork River, St. Regis River, and tributaries.
Hecla is hopeful about mines despite legal fight
Despite several lingering legal challenges, officials with an Idaho mining company remain confident they will be able to open two mines in Northwest Montana at some point in the future.
Darlow family takes over Castles Market
Two months have passed since Superior grocery store Castles Market quietly changed ownership.
Woman jailed in connection to Alberton church blaze
A suspect in the fire that damaged a Alberton church last week is in custody.
Shoeboxes can make a difference for kids worldwide
“When a child opens this box, what would they like to see?” said Pam Elder of the Alberton Community Church.
Thursday, February 13
Hecla is hopeful about mines despite legal fight
Despite several lingering legal challenges, officials with an Idaho mining company remain confident they will be able to open two mines in Northwest Montana at some point in the future.
Open houses planned to review floodplain maps
Mineral County and the Town of Superior are working with Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation and the Federal Emergency Management Agency to update floodplain maps for the Clark Fork River, St. Regis River, and tributaries.
Shoeboxes can make a difference for kids worldwide
“When a child opens this box, what would they like to see?” said Pam Elder of the Alberton Community Church.
Darlow family takes over Castles Market
Two months have passed since Superior grocery store Castles Market quietly changed ownership.
Ten Sanders County wrestlers qualify for state
Ten wrestlers from Sanders County qualified for the state tournament this week at MetraPark in Billings.
Horsemen race past Hot Springs, St. Regis
Two big games against local rivals and two big wins.
Plains loses to Hot Springs; Trotters beat St. Regis
For the Plains Trotter girls basketball team, this past weekend was a reflection of their season.
Hot Springs girls win twice; boys get swept in close games
The Hot Springs boys and girls basketball teams closed out a hectic weekend of Montana Class C basketball with games at home Saturday night.
Carol Jean Christensen (Flory)
Carol Jean Christensen (Flory), 79, of Plains, passed away in the arms of her children on Sunday, Feb. 2, 2020 at Clark Fork Valley Long Term Care after her battle with cancer.
Paradise man jailed after alleged Christmas day assault
A Paradise man is lodged in the Sanders County Detention Center after authorities said he beat up his wife on Christmas day.
Plains H.S. student teams up with local artist
When an aspiring, talented young artist joins forces with a talented, experienced artist good things can happen.
Wednesday, February 12
Legals February 12, 2020
The Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation Requests Input for a Proposed Timber Permit PUBLIC NOTICE The Plains Unit of the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation is developing plans for a proposed timber salvage permit. This proposed permit would be known as the Henry Divide Salvage Timber Permit. This proposed timber salvage permit is located approximately 7 air miles east of Plains, MT in the Camas Creek drainage, Section 36, Township 20 North, Range 25 West. This permit would likely sell in the spring of 2020 and is projected to generate approximately 500 thousand board feet of timber for the Common Schools Trust. This timber salvage permit is being considered to generate revenue for the Common Schools Trust Fund, improve forest health by salvage of insect and disease activity, to reduce excessive fuel loading and the related risk of wildfire, and to reestablish and promote timber types historically found in these areas. The proposed harvest would contribute to the DNRC's sustained yield as mandated by state statute 77-5-222. As an adjacent landowner or interested party, we request your input regarding this project. Your concerns and comments are needed to assist the DNRC in planning, analyzing, and implementing this project. We would appreciate your response by March 13, 2020 so that we may incorporate it into our planning process. Please send comments to: DNRC Plains Unit, ATTN: Dale Peters, PO Box 219, Plains, MT 59859 or by email to dpeters@mt.gov or by phone at 406-826-4722. Please direct oral or written comments to: Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation PO Box 219 Plains, Montana 59859 Attn: Dale Peters (406) 826-4722 E-mail: dpeters@mt.gov Published in the Clark Fork Valley Press on February 5, 12, 2020. MNAXLP
LEGALS FEBRUARY 12, 2020
The Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation Requests
Monday, February 10
Rex K. Lincoln
Rex K. Lincoln, 81, died at his home in Haugan, Montana, Feb. 6, 2020 in the care of his family after a four-year battle with cancer.
Thursday, February 6
Wheeler claims Superior spelling bee championship
It came down to the spelling of a tall southeast Asia tree known for its hard wood.
What about internet dating?
In 1727, Helen Morrison, a lonely spinster in Manchester, England, placed the first lonely hearts personal, advertising for a husband in the local weekly newspaper. In response, the town mayor committed her to a lunatic asylum for a month.
Plains native stars in original film
Plains native Lindsay Katt, known to locals as Lindsay Catalanello, was a featured filmmaker at the recent Flathead Lake International Cinemafest (FLIC).
Mountain Cats edge Seeley; rout Lincoln
A nail biter and a blowout. Both victories none-the-less for the Clark Fork boys basketball team this past weekend.
Clark Fork girls hold off the Lincoln Lynx
A blowout loss, then a dramatic thriller of a victory.
St. Regis Tigers claim wins over Seeley-Swan and Noxon
With their star player missing in action, the Seeley-Swan Blackhawks figured to be a less daunting opponent for the once-beaten St. Regis Tigers.
Superior students enjoy Lookout ski trip
On Jan. 23, a Superior Elementary winter right of passage continued.
Superior Library has the cure for wintertime blues
Winters in Montana can be long, cold, and harsh. Snowy weather and early sunsets, create the perfect recipe to hole up and hibernate.
Zero to Five Initiative is focus of Cabin Fever meeting
Helping out the most vulnerable among us is a concept with Biblical roots.
Annette J. Palmgren
Annette J. Palmgren, 70, passed away due to cancer in the night, Sunday, January 26, 2020, at her home with her family by her side.
Janet C. Roberts
Janet C. Roberts, 94, passed away early in the morning, Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2020, at the BeeHive Homes of Missoula.
Community Calendar
Feb. 7-9
Plains Schools honor rolls
Plains Elementary School
Noxon School honor roll
Noxon
T-Falls Elementary School honor roll
Thompson Falls
Hot Springs girls rout Valley Christian to go 11-1
Heading toward the upcoming Class C girls basketball district tournament, the Hot Springs Lady Savage Heat are on fire.
Nygaard wins Thompson Falls GeoBee competition
Socrates once said, “Education is the kindling of a flame, not the filling of a vessel.”
Sanders County recognizes its long-time employees
In today’s rapidly evolving employment market, finding good employees is one thing, keeping them in the fold is quite another.
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Plains Community Food Bank thankful for Town Pump Foundation
The Plains Community Food Bank would like to thank the Town Pump Charitable Foundation and the Plains Town Pump employees for their outstanding efforts during the 2019 MFBN Fundraiser.
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Jan. 23, Weidong Chen, speeding
Shirley Ann Brinson (Shirley Ann French)
Shirley was born March 1, 1944 and passed away Jan. 24, 2020 of natural causes.
Broadwater Co. Attorney supports Daines' water compact deal
In water law, the most important thing is getting your water.
Tyler Wynne Fultz was born Jan. 20, 2020
Tyler Wynne Fultz was born Jan. 20, 2020, at the Clark Fork Valley Hospital.
PLAINS COMMUNITY FOOD BANK THANKFUL FOR TOWN PUMP FOUNDATION
The Plains Community Food Bank would like to thank the Town Pump Charitable Foundation and the Plains Town Pump employees for their outstanding efforts during the 2019 MFBN Fundraiser.
BROADWATER CO. ATTORNEY SUPPORTS DAINES’ WATER COMPACT DEAL
In water law, the most important thing is getting your water.
Wednesday, February 5
Legals February 5, 2020
The Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation Requests Input for a Proposed Timber Permit PUBLIC NOTICE The Plains Unit of the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation is developing plans for a proposed timber salvage permit. This proposed permit would be known as the Henry Divide Salvage Timber Permit. This proposed timber salvage permit is located approximately 7 air miles east of Plains, MT in the Camas Creek drainage, Section 36, Township 20 North, Range 25 West. This permit would likely sell in the spring of 2020 and is projected to generate approximately 500 thousand board feet of timber for the Common Schools Trust. This timber salvage permit is being considered to generate revenue for the Common Schools Trust Fund, improve forest health by salvage of insect and disease activity, to reduce excessive fuel loading and the related risk of wildfire, and to reestablish and promote timber types historically found in these areas. The proposed harvest would contribute to the DNRC's sustained yield as mandated by state statute 77-5-222. As an adjacent landowner or interested party, we request your input regarding this project. Your concerns and comments are needed to assist the DNRC in planning, analyzing, and implementing this project. We would appreciate your response by March 13, 2020 so that we may incorporate it into our planning process. Please send comments to: DNRC Plains Unit, ATTN: Dale Peters, PO Box 219, Plains, MT 59859 or by email to dpeters@mt.gov or by phone at 406-826-4722. Please direct oral or written comments to: Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation PO Box 219 Plains, Montana 59859 Attn: Dale Peters (406) 826-4722 E-mail: dpeters@mt.gov Published in the Clark Fork Valley Press on February 5, 12, 2020. MNAXLP
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LEGALS FEBRUARY 5, 2020
The Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation Requests
Tuesday, February 4
Woman jailed in connection to Alberton church blaze
A suspect in the fire that damaged a Alberton church last week is in custody.
