Lady Tiger, Cat spikers experience 'mixed bag'

The St. Regis Lady Tigers had a mixed bag over the week on the volleyball court with a loss to the Arlee Scarlets and a win over Victor.

Superior Fire Department 'heats up' during training in winter

The Superior Volunteer Fire Department had the opportunity to do some live fire-fighting exercises on Sunday, Dec. 2. Volunteers met at Sloway Frontage Road where Isaiah McGuffey donated an abandoned building to the department. It was a 5,000-square foot raw wood building that was intended to be a house, but was never completed, said Fire Chief Steve Temple.

McConnell, Neesvig lead T-Falls at state XC meet

Thompson Falls Bluehawk nation hosted this year’s Western B/C Divisional cross country meet at the River’s Bend Golf Course on the second Thursday of the month.

Grinch makes appearance in Alberton

As people gathered in the Alberton community center to enjoy an evening of games and a potluck dinner late last week, a peculiar character was perched in the corner of the room. It was a green furry fellow, with a pot-belly and snub-nosed dressed in a Santa suit. Dr. Seuss fans would immediately recognize the popular 1957 character from the story “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” ­— the famous Grinch himself.

New reporter, photographer joins Clark Fork Valley Press staff

The Clark Fork Valley Press has a new face as Plains native and long-time resident Douglas Wilks has taken over as reporter and photographer.

Special Olympics create special memories for two Alberton teachers

Bitterroot Winter Special Olympics were held on Jan. 24 at Lost Trail Ski Area and two staff members from Alberton School were there to help celebrate the events 35th year. Kim Garding, a paraprofessional and kindergarten teacher, Cori Miranda have both worked with kids who have intellectual disabilities.

Court Report

Hearing for Monday, Nov. 14, 2016

'Take-Back Day' nets 25 pounds of prescription drugs

Whether accidental, or intentional abuse, opioids are a real health concern.

Summer starts with big fish tales

Monday was the summer solstice which marks the first day of summer and it is the longest day of the year. It only seems fitting that it was also the day that Hayden Bean got the longest fish he’s ever caught.

Plains Pool Park becomes site of community event

PLAINS - For the first time ever in Sanders County, Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) held a special barbecue Saturday evening at the Plains Pool Park to raise money for the program.

Plains school board consider new boiler options

Letters to the Editor; Safety of our kids

Plains students get a taste of the real world

PLAINS – Communication is the key to success and the seniors of the Jobs for Montana Graduates class in Plains got a crash course in just that last week.

CNSC readies fundraiser

Cancer Network of Sanders County is gearing up for their 13th Annual Fall Fundraiser.  This year we are holding a “Brats, Hops & Grapes” event, October 4, 2014 from 5:30 – 9:00 pm at the Sanders County Fairgounds Pavilion.  Tickets are available for $30/person and can be  purchased at Garden Gift & Floral in Plains, D & D Liquor in Thomson Falls, or by calling 826-4278.  This year we will have a Silent Auction and a Live Auction featuring Mr. Kevin Hill as our auctioneer.  The live auction will include Griz/Cat Football Tickets, Griz/Cat Men’s and Women’s Basketball Tickets, an Adirondack Chair and a Garden Bench just to mention a few of the items we have!   There will also be live music provided by Troy Big Medicine DeRoche, an internationally known Native American flute player and composer.  He also hand-makes his own instruments.

Burst pipe floods courthouse

SUPERIOR – A burst pipe in the Mineral County Courthouse sent water shooting through a wall, soaking the carpet in the hallway leading to the emergency dispatch center and causing damage to offices.

Assembly of God church to reopen after facelift

SUPERIOR - The Superior Assembly of God Church has gotten two fine facelifts which will be celebrated and dedicated Feb. 9, 10:30 a.m. at the church (500 2nd Ave. East).

Trotters face visiting Falcons at home

PLAINS – The Plains Trotters Volleyball squad fought hard but was defeated in the team’s home opener over the weekend.

Arts camp provides creative outlet for youth

HOT SPRINGS- The Hot Springs Artists Society is holding its annual two-week summer arts camp for young people to learn visual and performing arts. The camp is divided into two sections, one for visual arts such as painting and the other for performing arts such as theater.

Superior to hold blood drive

SUPERIOR – Come help save a life and donate some blood. The American Red Cross will hold a blood drive Thursday, November 21 in Superior.

Stage one fire restrictions begin August 1

On August 1, Stage I fire restrictions will be in effect throughout western Montana.