Trotters softball slides to victory

PLAINS – It was a cool but sunny day as a group of girls took to the field with their helmets, gloves and bats. Winter’s recent passing was still evident in the pale green grass and the snow atop the distant mountain peaks. But the sound of ball on bat and the smell of roasting hot dogs signaled the arrival of spring.

Lady Savage Heat look to keep winning

HOT SPRINGS – The Hot Springs Lady Savage Heat were able to pick up a win against Superior Saturday in four sets 25-23,25-18,15-25,25-15.

Bison rounded up

Wind storm wreaks havoc on Northwest Montana

High winds knocked out power all over Northwest Montana Wednesday and some areas are still without electric, phone or internet service Thursday...

Fixing water, sewer systems is uphill battle

While residents in other parts of Sanders County are dealing with sewer and water systems of their own, Plains has been faced with that and more.

Shelton's mixes old favorites with new surprises

Melissa Oyer

Legals for April, 3 2024

A humble beginning turns into something larger

Last week, 15 chocolate lab puppies and 15 older labs were coated in feces and urine, in need of water and warmth. Today, they are in a giving, caring facility that is treating them for ailments and searching for the right owner who will give them the attention they need.

The End of An Era

Superior started the Western C Divisional Tournament in Butte doing what they have done all season, playing an aggressive defense and using the defense as a foundation to a balanced offensive attack. 

Sewer pipe breaks in Clark Fork River near St. Regis

A sewage pipe which crosses the Clark Fork River in St. Regis sprung a leak on Thursday, Jan. 10. Members of the St. Regis Sewer District immediately shut off the line with minimal spillage into the river. Chairman of the St. Regis Sewer District, Jerry Jones, said they acted as soon as they saw the pressure drop in the line and all responsible parties were notified immediately including the Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), Fish and Game; and the Montana Corps. Of Engineers.

Albeni Falls Pipe and Drum

The Albeni Falls Pipe and Drum group makes their way down the main stretch of Trout Creek during the Huckleberry Festival parade on Saturday.

Local standouts earn All-State honors

Let the accolades roll.

Lady Bobcats top Darby for another win

The good news is it’s just the beginning of the season.

Arena Cross riders go big at fair

Jason Shueh

50 Years Ago

Dec. 5, 1957: Santa to Make Deliveries—A horse-drawn sleigh will be used by Gambles Store in Superior to deliver purchases before Christmas, according to Ed Freer, store owner. Freer has the bright red conveyance on display in his store window. Check with him for more details.

Trotters trounce Bobcats

With their coach watching over them like a hawk, Plains used the fast break to sprint to a 76-25 win over Superior and ran off with their third-straight victory.

Ballet dancers perform at Plains

“They missed an absolute treat,” said Debbi Kirschbaum about those who didn’t attend the performance of the Rocky Mountain Ballet Theatre at Plains Sunday afternoon.

More than 60 homes threatened as evacuation orders go into effect

Over 60 homes have been threatened by the Sunrise Fire burning east of Superior. Last week several areas including Sunrise Creek, Quartz Flats and Quartz Creek were given Stage 3 evacuation orders. Other areas, including Verde Creek, remained on Stage 2 evacuation warning. While the Rivulet area located northeast of the fire is on Stage 1 Evacuation Alert.

Good turnout for fundraising 5k at Whiskey Trail Ranch

Hot Springs cross-country runner Elena McAllister held a 5K race at her family’s ranch last weekend to help raise funds for her upcoming trip to Australia to compete in the Gold Coast Marathon.

Trotters tested in District Championship game

PLAINS – The District Tournament Semifinals took place Thursday night and the Trotters hosted the Eureka lions.