Gianforte, FWP say grizzly translocations shows Montana ready for delisting

After announcing on Friday that two grizzly bears from an ecosystem in northwest Montana had been translocated to Yellowstone National Park and Wyoming, Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte and several others said at a news conference Monday they believe states have done enough to show the federal government that grizzlies are ready to be delisted from Endangered Species Act protections.

Program explores youth in the digital age

Do you ever wonder if all that time on the tablet is harmful to your 8-year-old? Or has your pre-teen become withdrawn and depressed since joining the land of social media? What about constant struggles with your highschooler in simply getting them to engage in a meaningful face-to-face conversation?

Mineral County solicits survey on wildfire plan

A Community Wildfire Protection Plan is designed to assist the county and property owners in mitigating wildfire risk by assessing areas at risk and recommending measures to decrease those risks.

Sheriff makes case for raising deputy wages

The cost of living is stretching wallets, but for the men and women doing their best to make public safety a top priority in the county, it is taking a toll.

Fire safety team visits Mineral County

Federal, state, tribal and local fire personnel are encouraging residents and visitors to take precaution to prevent human-caused wildfires and to be aware of fire restrictions in place.

Sheehy rallies support at Thompson Falls campaign stop

He came to Thompson Falls to meet with a packed hall of energetic voters, telling his supporters the “average” person needs to get involved in the election process.

Gianforte declares disaster after storm wallops Mineral County

Gov. Greg Gianforte issued an executive order last week declaring a disaster in Missoula and Mineral counties.

Spotlight on the Arts: Melodie Cook

“Spotlight on the Arts” by The Paradise Center honors and encourages students in the arts by highlighting their talent and acknowledging the support they receive through their schools and teachers.

Mineral County Sheriff's Office report July 28-Aug. 3

Mineral County Sheriff's Office report July 28-Aug. 3

Loretta Mae Laursen Porter

Loretta Mae Laursen Porter left this world to be with her parents and siblings on July 23 in Plains.

COLUMN: Olympic bummer

You had one job France: put on an Olympics.

Legals for August, 7 2024

Northwest Montana enters stage 1 fire restrictions

Northwest Montana moved to stage 1 fire restrictions that prohibit campfires last weekend.

Montana Viewpoint: Respect

I asked a friend of mine if he had ever known a man named Bat O’Callahan who lived in Trout Creek years ago and was married to my good friend Jessie O’Callahan. Whether that marriage ended because Bat left town or died, I never did know, but since Jessie had remembered him so fondly, I thought he must have been a good man.

FWP seeks members for Citizen Advisory Committee

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is seeking applicants to fill volunteer positions on the northwest Montana (FWP Region 1) Citizen Advisory Committee.

COLUMN: Rugby Sevens

The first bit of the 2024 Paris Olympics landed in my living room this past weekend.

Blue Hawks looks to get 'stronger and faster'

If effort coupled with condition and desire are key building blocks of a football team, Thompson Falls appears to be, no pun intended, good shape.

Griz top preseason Big Sky polls, Cats 2nd

SPOKANE, Washington — Coming off a trip to the FCS national championship game in January, Montana was picked to win the Big Sky Conference for a second consecutive season in both the media and coaches preseason polls Sunday.

Possibility of wildlife-to-human crossover heightens concerns about Chronic Wasting Disease

Each fall, millions of hunters across North America make their way into forests and grasslands to kill deer. During the winter, people chow down on the venison steaks, sausage, and burgers made from the animals.

Legals for July, 31 2024