Plains churches celebrate with Christmas choir

The second annual Community Christmas Choir Concert and sing-along took place Saturday evening at the Plains Bible Chapel.

Short on numbers but big on enthusiasm

For a second year the “Run for the Pool” was held in Superior on Saturday, Sept. 29. Approximately 40 runners participated this year, down from nearly 100 last year. There were some conflicting events over the weekend, including a junior high football game and a local wedding.

Alberton may lose recycling bin that serves public

The days may be numbered for Alberton’s recycling bin.

NRA fundraiser banquet big hit in Sanders County

The annual National Rifle Association’s (NRA) fundraiser banquet returned to Sanders County last Tuesday night with an even bigger event.

Sheriff's Office receives $10k donation

Phillips 66 recently donated $10,000 to the Sanders County Sheriff’s Office as part of their Philanthropic Community Program.

Toys for Tots serves 175 kids in Sanders County families

U.S. Marine Corps League, Detachment 1041 out of Polson, has completed its 2018 Toys for Tots drive in Sanders County.

Soaring to new heights

PLAINS – Airplanes of all ages will soon spot the sky, as the annual Fly-In Breakfast at the Penn Stohr Field in Plains gets ready to take off.

St. Regis challenge Two Eagle River in Pablo

The St. Regis boys gave Two Eagle River an intense challenge in a Thursday night game in Pablo. Both teams put impressive numbers on the board as the teams went head to head throughout the entire game.

A helping hand

PLAINS – A number of residents throughout Sanders County spend time and money traveling to medical appointments both within and outside of the county.

Mountain Cats Pounce

The Superior-Alberton Mountain Cats continued their run towards the state tournament with three duals against Loyola Sacred Heart, Valley Christian and St. Ignatius this week.

Lady Tigers learn through season

Low numbers weren’t going to be enough stop the St. Regis Lady Tigers volleyball squad. Eight girls showed up to practice willing to work hard and put in the time and effort. After running through warm-up drills, the girls got busy hitting, passing and serving.

Crossing guards bring back morning program

Danielle Switalski

Superior School Board trustee election is May 2

Superior School will be holding a mail ballot election for school board of trustee positions on May 2, 2017. Ballot were mailed out last week for two open positions. Current board member, Kate DiGiando, is stepping down and Michelle Parkin, who is the current board chair, is running for re-election.

Doing violence to free speech

The Federal Communications Commission recently asked Congress to hand it broad powers to regulate "excessive violence" on TV, the way it currently restricts "indecent" speech: broadcasters who violate the FCC's limitations on "excessive violence" will face crippling fines and, potentially, the loss of their broadcast licenses. Isn't it time to ask: How did a country that reveres free speech end up with a government agency that imposes continually expanding speech restrictions — and where will those restrictions end?

Does worrying help?

Today many people are worried about the COVID-19 virus. What does the future hold? Will I get sick or worse? Will I lose my retirement because of the stock market? When can I resume a “normal“ life?

Plains School Board Q&A

Food for Thought: Holidays are a time for joy, forgiveness

Part of recovering from the past is to face the issue of forgiveness and make peace ...

Wolf hunting, trapping proposals making progress

Hunters and trappers who kill wolves in Montana could be reimbursed...

Mack Days: Perfect weather for opening weekend

The 2024 Spring Mack Days on Flathead Lake, sponsored by the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes and sanctioned by Montana Fish, Wildlife, and Parks, began Thursday, March 14, and wrap up May 11.

Consolation rounds test top teams

Often, consolation rounds can have “con” sequences.