Bluehawk grapplers take 3 of 4 final duals

The Thompson Falls Bluehawks' wrestling team finished their regular season with a sweep of the county's teams.

Can't pick parts of the Bible, take 2

This letter is in response to the “Can't Pick Parts of the Bible,” by Sherry Welty. She claimed that people cannot choose which passages of the Bible to live by and which to disregard. In doing so, we bring the end of the world closer to existence.

Wining, dining and fighting cancer

Yellow butterflies have a special meaning to Plains resident Megan Beason. One of her good friends had breast cancer. Just before she died, Beason’s friend was sitting on her porch when she saw a yellow butterfly settle near her.

Hot Springs' historic season comes to halt at state finals

The Savage Heat's run to the state championship came to an end with two heartbreaking losses at the Class C State Championship at Belgrade last week.

Cancer survivor dinner takes place of traditional Relay for Life

Despite a lower turnout from community members and less funds raised, the Cancer Survivor Celebration was a success, said event organizer Peggy Temple. The celebration was held on Thursday, Aug. 17 where around 30 cancer survivors turned out for a dinner and fundraiser held at Superior High School.

Meet Whitney Tanner-Spurr ­- athlete, yogi, business owner

If you haven’t met Whitney Tanner-Spurr, there is a good chance you have heard her name.

Superior teacher to be inducted into Butte Sports Hall of Fame

Lining the walls of the lobby at the Butte Civic Center are glass cases filled with plaques. Each one features a photo of an individual or team along with a short biography of their accomplishments in the world of sports. For 30 years, a Hall of Fame committee and a public forum selects around 15 individuals and teams to be inducted into the Butte Sports Hall of Fame each year.

Local artists teaches class to paint by layers, not numbers

Committee Dissolves: Open Doors committee members resign after new information surfaces

SUPERIOR — A committee formed to help an organization that claimed to want to foster economic development in Superior was dissolved last week after committee members learned about the extensive criminal history of one of the principals in the organization known as Open Doors.

Bluehawk wrestlers come out on top for senior night

THOMPSON FALLS – During Thompson Falls Wrestling’s senior night quad match, Thursday, the guys had some great wins, making a strong goodbye to their time wrestling in the home gym.

Locals head to 4-H Congress

SANDERS COUNTY – The next generation of leaders had an opportunity to show off their skills as they attended the Montana 4-H Congress in Bozeman.

Two local veterans share their stories with Valley Press

It is easy for the average non-military person to take for granted the sacrifices military men and women make every day in service of our country.

A response

In response to letters written in rebuttal of my claim that Billy Hill has never been a sworn law enforcement officer, peace officer or reserve deputy, I shall attempt to clarify the issue.

Going down in history

Plains-Hot Springs Coach Seth Pettit: “[Reiley Winebrenner] will be remembered.”

Editor's Note: This is the third article in a series of profiles of Sanders County' graduating athletes who will be competing in college next year.

Plains Day to receive new event for next year

Governor touts effort to streamline small-scale forestry work

A ceremonial signing of HB 79 took place last week at Big Sky Forest Products in St. Regis.

Thompson Falls Lady Hawks have lofty expectations

An energetic coach and a solid group of proven players make for high expectations...

Horse Plains VFW hosts flag retirement ceremony

It was a time to say goodbye to a symbol they continue to honor with pride in what it represents.

Thompson Falls Hawks make football playoffs

Just two years ago, a Montana championship banner was awarded to Thompson Falls for winning the state B-8 football title.

Sanders Co. resident believes in civil discourse

Many more people have become increasingly involved in what is going on in our community.