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Order of the Eastern Star holds fundraising dinner
Members of The Mary Baldwin Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star served lasagna, garlic bread, Caesar salad an…
State imposes fishing restrictions in hot, dry weather
The restrictions include what are commonly known as "hoot owl" restrictions, which mean fishing is prohibited from 2 p.m. to midnight each day. Some waters are closed to fishing at all times of day.
Gun owned by Danielle Wood found in Clark Fork River
The serial number on the gun matched one bought by Wood a few months before the shooting death of Matthew LaFriniere. LaFriniere and Wood had a child together …
Three Mineral Co. residents to be honored at county fair
The honoree will be Mary Jo Berry. She has lived in Mineral County for 27 years.
Plains enters voluntary water restrictions
According to Mayor Dan Rowan, the capacity drawdown of the water tank and the overtaxing of the pumps has reached a critical point.
Red Pill Festival touts need for changes in America
The Red Pill Festival in the St. Regis Community Park opened with the singing of the National Anthem followed by a prayer.
Montana Red Cross opens evacuation center in Thompson Falls for those displaced by wildfire
The Red Cross evacuation center is located at the Thompson Falls Community Center, 410 Golf St.
Mineral Co. Fair Board honoring Ornelas
A Mineral County resident since 1998, Emily touched the hearts of many in our small community.
Lolo National Forest road and trail closures on Stateline Complex Fire
The Stateline Complex is burning on the St. Joe Ranger District of the Idaho Panhandle National Forests, to the south and west of the Idaho-Montana state line,…
Local man jailed after fracas with deputies
He allegedly was armed with a crowbar. She said he threatened to break down the door.
Great Burn Conservation Alliance seeks volunteers
The ‘Trail Ambassador’ program is being conducted with collaboration between the Forest Service and the Montana Department of Fish, Wildlife & Parks as all thr…
Forest Service seeks public comment on Deemer-Henry Environmental Assessment
The Deemer-Henry project area is located about four miles east of Plains and proposed plans in the project would decrease wildfire intensity.
West End Volunteer Fire Department hosts open house Aug. 1
The day will include events for kids, too, and lunch will be provided.
Sanders County Justice Court
Christopher James McCallum, driving a motor vehicle while privilege to do so is suspended or revoked...
Mineral County law roundup
Fire, MT Highway 135 MM 8, Dispatch took information from Sanders County, advised concerned citizens who were calling that we are aware and Forest Service is on scene.
Montana drops 'bad actor' case against Hecla Mining Co.
The decision prompted conservation groups involved in the case to allege political interference by Republican Gov. Greg Gianforte.