Thursday, March 26
Plains declares declaration of local disaster emergency
As concerns mount over COVID-19, Plains Mayor Dan Rowan issued a declaration of a state of local disaster emergency Tuesday, March 24.
Facebook page started to help those in need locally
The community of Plains is working to help those in need during the COVID-19, or coronavirus, pandemic.
Mack Days fishing event kicks off with good fishing
The 2020 Spring Mack Days fishing event on Flathead Lake kicked off March 20, and a familiar face is at the top of the leaderboard.
Recreation fee plan revised for Lolo National Forest
The Lolo National Forest is amending the Recreation Fee proposal by postponing the proposed day use fees at the Seeley Creek Winter Sports site, Pattee Canyon Nordic Ski Trail system, and Big Larch and Seeley Lake day use areas and boat ramps.
Town Pump has grants available for voluntary ambulance, EMTs
The Town Pump Charitable Foundation is offering up to $500,000 in grants statewide for volunteer ambulance and EMT services.
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The 2020 Spring Mack Days Fishing Event sponsored by the Confederated
LETTER: Dr. Al for governor
The Montana Water Rights Protection Act was recently introduced to the U.S. Senate as a “fix” to the flawed 2015 Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes’ Water Compact.
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Clark Fork Valley Hospital CEO announces changes due to COVID-19
As you can probably imagine it has been a busy week at Clark Fork Valley Hospital.
Hot Springs hit with string of crimes
Even the small town of Hot Springs is not immune from the ravaging effects of dangerous drugs such as methamphetamine.
Food for Thought: COVID-19 is a challenge and an opportunity
The COVID-19 virus is a huge national challenge and every challenge presents opportunity.
Local schools closed; students still being fed
Before Gov. Steve Bullock’s directives were even issued March 15 for Montana public K-12 schools to close, the Alberton school district already had plans in place to shut down for two days at the beginning of the school week.
LETTER: Stay engaged with social distancing, vigilance
The threat of Corona Virus is not going away soon.
Superior Meats expands operations
Jerry Stroot isn’t shy bragging about his crew at Superior Meats.
Mixed results for area businesses in COVID-19 pandemic
As public health and safety precautions are put in place across the country and state-wide to slow the spread of the COVID-19, or coronavirus, local businesses are experiencing economic hardships while complying to stringent but temporary regulations and guidelines.
Selma Louise Lindor (Gullette)
Selma Louise Lindor (Gullette) Oct. 28, 1940 – Jan. 10, 2020
Robin Renae Gould Jones
Robin Renae Gould Jones, 54, of Missoula, passed away on Friday, March 13, 2020, at Missoula Health and Rehabilitation Center, secondary to a prolonged illness.
Wednesday, March 25
Plains declares declaration of local disaster emergency
Plains Mayor Dan Rowan issued a declaration of a state of local disaster emergency Tuesday morning.
Thursday, March 19
Clark Fork Valley Hospital CEO announces changes due to COVID-19
As you can probably imagine it has been a busy week at Clark Fork Valley Hospital.
Noxon Schools work to keep kids from going hungry
Noxon Public Schools are working to make sure its students don’t go hungry while school is closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Meth driving crime spree in Hot Springs
Even the small town of Hot Springs is not immune from the ravaging effects of dangerous drugs such as methamphetamine.
Harold Eugene Caswell, 91
Harold Caswell passed away on March 9, 2020.
Robert ‘Bob’ Crismore
Robert “Bob” Crismore has taken his final road trip, this time on Heaven’s Highway.
Texas parolee lands in hot water in Hot Springs
A Texas fugitive is facing several felony charges after two separate incidents in Sanders County.
Rachel Georgina Gonzalez
On February 27, 2020, Heaven opened its gates and welcomed another Angel.
Coronavirus hits Montana; governor closes schools
Montana Gov. Steve Bullock on Sunday ordered public schools closed, nursing home visits drastically cut and recommended that public gatherings be limited to fewer than 50 people.
All-Star basketball games in Ronan canceled over virus
The 25th Annual Mission Mountain All-Star basketball games have been canceled.
Coast-to-coast rail trail would pass through county
Spanning more than 3,700 miles between Washington state and Washington, D.C., the Great American Rail Trail’s proposed route runs right through Mineral County.
State warns of potential virus scams
Attorney General Tim Fox cautioned Montanans about coronavirus-related scams that have been emerging in other parts of the country, and urged them to be aware of potential impacts to their financial health as well.
Mineral County Community Calendar
March 18
Governor declares emergency, orders schools closed
Montana Gov. Steve Bullock on Sunday ordered public schools closed, nursing home visits drastically cut and recommended that public gatherings be limited to fewer than 50 people.
Deborgia Schoolhouse’s St. Patrick’s dinner canceled
For many, this St. Patrick’s Day the tradition of eating corned beef and cabbage had to be enjoyed at home this year, if one had the recipe.
Republican Committee to host PSC candidate Champ Edmunds
The Mineral County Republican Central Committee is hosting a series of meet and greets for candidates running for local, state and federal offices.
Mineral County’s ‘bluebird buddies’ bring joy to many
When you see those little wooden bluebird houses on fence posts in Mineral County which have been providing joy for more people than you can imagine over the years in Mineral County, thank its “bluebird buddies.”
Local teacher scores big with Business Professionals
With 45,000 members in over 1,800 chapters across 25 states and Puerto Rico, Business
Tuesday, March 17
Robert 'Bob' Crismore
Robert “Bob” Crismore has taken his final road trip, this time on Heaven’s Highway.
Harold Eugene Caswell, 91
Harold Caswell passed away on March 9, 2020.
Texas parolee lands in hot water in Hot Springs
A Texas fugitive is facing several felony charges after two separate incidents in Sanders County.
Noxon Schools present Pinocchio
Montana pulls plug on sports until April 13
All Montana high school spring activities have been cancelled until at least April 13, according to a press release from the Montana High School Association this morning.
Local artist presents painting to school
Art can inspire in many ways.
Mineral County Community Calendar
March 18
Sanders County Community Calendar
PLAINS-PARADISE SENIOR CENTER
Rachel Georgina Gonzalez
On February 27, 2020, Heaven opened its gates and welcomed another Angel.
What can our pets do for us?
Pet ownership can be one of the most rewarding experiences a person can have.
Olszewski campaigns in St. Regis
St. Regis residents had a very special afternoon this last Saturday as Dr. Al Olszewski, Republican candidate for governor, made a campaign stop Saturday.
All-Star basketball games in Ronan canceled over virus
The 25th Annual Mission Mountain All-Star basketball games have been canceled.
Mineral County's 'bluebird buddies' bring joy to many
When you see those little wooden bluebird houses on fence posts in Mineral County which have been providing joy for more people than you can imagine over the years in Mineral County, thank its “bluebird buddies.”
Local teacher scores big with Business Professionals
With 45,000 members in over 1,800 chapters across 25 states and Puerto Rico, Business
Noxon Schools work to keep kids from going hungry
Noxon Public Schools are working to make sure its students don’t go hungry while school is closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Sunday, March 15
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Thursday, March 12
Carmela T. Caudill
Carmela T. Caudill, 74, passed away peacefully in her sleep on March 6 at Kalispell Regional Hospital with her loving family beside her.
County officials warn of coronavirus
While there are no confirmed cases of coronavirus, a new respiratory ailment, it has been identified in various regions of the U.S. and there is currently no vaccine or anti-viral treatments for the virus.
Plains High School prom
Hot Springs man accused of hitting girlfriend and child
The specter of methamphetamine use can be found nearly anywhere and Hot Springs is no exception.
Thompson Falls Prom
Firefighters climb in memory of Franklin Reed
Concern with the coronavirus led the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society to postpone its annual firefighter stair climb in Seattle last weekend.
Sanders County 4-H kicks off Communication Days event
There was a hair braider, a tomahawk thrower and an equestrian, all showing their talents in their respective areas of expertise at last weekend’s Sanders County 4-H Communication Days events.
Local couple honored by Daines as his Montanans of the Week
U.S. Sen. Steve Daines recognized Fred and Tressie Fike of Mineral County for their commitment to helping others in the community.
Heppe honored by County Library
Feb. 29, the Mineral County Library hosted a Volunteers Appreciation Day in recognition of those whose selfless efforts make the library run smoothly.
Log truck driver ready to put pedal to metal
Enzo Ferrari once said, “What’s behind you doesn’t matter.”
Wednesday, March 11
Legals March 11, 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 MARCH 11, 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.
Tuesday, March 10
Local couple honored by Daines as his Montanans of the Week
U.S. Sen. Steve Daines recognized Fred and Tressie Fike of Mineral County for their commitment to helping others in the community.
Heppe honored by County Library
Feb. 29, the Mineral County Library hosted a Volunteers Appreciation Day in recognition of those whose selfless efforts make the library run smoothly.
Log truck driver ready to put pedal to metal
Enzo Ferrari once said, “What’s behind you doesn’t matter.”
Coronavirus hits Montana; governor closes schools
Montana Gov. Steve Bullock on Sunday ordered public schools closed, nursing home visits drastically cut and recommended that public gatherings be limited to fewer than 50 people.
Carmela T. Caudill
Carmela T. Caudill, 74, passed away peacefully in her sleep on March 6 at Kalispell Regional Hospital with her loving family beside her.
Plains High School prom
Thompson Falls Prom
Hot Springs man accused of hitting girlfriend and child
The specter of methamphetamine use can be found nearly anywhere and Hot Springs is no exception.
Firefighters climb in memory of Franklin Reed
Concern with the coronavirus led the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society to postpone its annual firefighter stair climb in Seattle last weekend.
Sanders County 4-H kicks off Communication Days event
There was a hair braider, a tomahawk thrower and an equestrian, all showing their talents in their respective areas of expertise at last weekend’s Sanders County 4-H Communication Days events.
Sunday, March 8
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Thursday, March 5
Little Guy Wrestling
AG Fox makes campaign swing through region
Montana Attorney General Tim Fox, who is running for the governor’s office, recently made a campaign swing through Northwest Montana.
Deborgia ladies celebrate Leap Year
What better way to spend the extra day of this leap year than with friends, food, fellowship and some bling?
Superior churches host Lenten lunches
No one remembers when the Lenten Lunch services began in Superior.
Church arson suspect makes bail; allegedly reoffends
A woman accused of setting a church on fire in Alberton last month made bail and allegedly continued to terrorize community members in the small village.
St. Regis boys finish 2-2 at Divisional tournament
The St. Regis boys basketball team had a rough beginning at the Western C Divisional tournament in Frenchtown as defending state champ Manhattan Christian beat it, 77-43, last Thursday.
Pioneer Council adds two vans to transport fleet
The Mineral County Pioneer Council has been helping its residents get to and from medical appointments and it recently added two new vehicles to its fleet.
Lady Cats finish 1-2 at Divisionals
Clark Fork was 1-2 at the Western C Divisional in Frenchtown last weekend.
Northwest Indian Bible School’s tacos a big hit in Alberton
On the south side of the Clark Fork River directly across Interstate 90 from Alberton is a little-known campus that has been in existence since 1969.
Plains Paradise Senior Center here to help
Aging affects us all and the Plains Paradise Senior Citizens Center is here to help.
Wednesday, March 4
Plains Paradise Senior Center here to help
Aging affects us all and the Plains Paradise Senior Citizens Center is here to help.
Thompson Falls Lady Hawks third at Western B
The Thompson Falls girls basketball team was 3-1 and placed third at the Western B Divisional tournament in Hamilton last weekend.
Horsemen finish 0-2 at Divisional tournament
The Plains Horsemen were 0-2 at the Western C Divisional in Frenchtown last weekend.
Knudsen wins Sanders County spelling bee
Hot Springs sixth-grade student Naoma Knudsen is the 2020 Sanders County Spelling Bee champion.
Trial date pushed back for murder suspect Danielle Wood
The trial date for a Polson woman accused of murdering her ex-boyfriend in Thompson Falls in 2018 has been pushed back to July.
Noxon celebrates Dr. Seuss Day
Blue Hawks place fourth at Western B Divisionals
The Thompson Falls boys basketball team may have dropped its opener at the Western B Divisional in Hamilton last week, but they battled back for a fourth-place finish.
Little Guy Wrestling
AG Fox makes campaign swing through region
Montana Attorney General Tim Fox, who is running for the governor’s office, recently made a campaign swing through Northwest Montana.
Deborgia ladies celebrate Leap Year
What better way to spend the extra day of this leap year than with friends, food, fellowship and some bling?
Superior churches host Lenten lunches
No one remembers when the Lenten Lunch services began in Superior.
Dealing with Guilt, part 2
Last week I wrote how guilt can affect your life. This week I will discuss how to manage guilt.
Church arson suspect makes bail; allegedly reoffends
A woman accused of setting a church on fire in Alberton last month made bail and allegedly continued to terrorize community members in the small village.
St. Regis boys finish 2-2 at Divisional tournament
The St. Regis boys basketball team had a rough beginning at the Western C Divisional tournament in Frenchtown as defending state champ Manhattan Christian beat it, 77-43, last Thursday.
Pioneer Council adds two vans to transport fleet
The Mineral County Pioneer Council has been helping its residents get to and from medical appointments and it recently added two new vehicles to its fleet.
Lady Cats finish 1-2 at Divisionals
Clark Fork was 1-2 at the Western C Divisional in Frenchtown last weekend.
Northwest Indian Bible School's tacos a big hit in Alberton
On the south side of the Clark Fork River directly across Interstate 90 from Alberton is a little-known campus that has been in existence since 1969.
