Lady Hawks, Trotters meet on field

PLAINS – The girls wore shades under their helmets in preparation for the sunny day out in the field. The light breeze carried the smell of hotdogs roasting next to the concession stand. The crowd grew quiet as the first batter stepped up to the plate while her teammates cheered her on.

Trotters continue to sweep competition

MISSOULA - The Plains girls’ track and field team had a huge day at Missoula County Stadium on Saturday, April 26, winning the Seeley-Swan Invitational.

Community Notes

Adult Softball

St. Regis girls, boys take on Charlo, Lincoln

The St. Regis basketball teams challenged the Charlo Vikings in St. Regis on Friday night. The boys managed to hold a close score in the first half of the game, with Charlo leading by one point. But the second half of the game was a different story, as the Vikings charged ahead in the third quarter putting 30 points on the board compared to the Tiger’s 12. The same story held true in the fourth quarter, as the Vikings put up another 17 points to the Tiger’s 7, leading the team to a win with 71-42. Trevor Lowry lead the Tigers in points with 18.

County athletes compete at Top 10 meet

MISSOULA – The best track and field athletes across the state descended upon Missoula last week for the 17th Annual Russ Pilcher Top 10 track meet at Missoula County Stadium.

A new author holds a special book signing

PLAINS - Tuesday night a very special guest returned home to the Plains Public Library. From 5:30pm to 6:30pm, Carol Morden, a new writer on the scene, held a book signing in the seating area of the library. Her book is titled, Dry Bones. Morden, who once lived in Plains and has since left to greener pastures, returned to Plains for a son’s high school reunion and a family reunion. Along the way through Plains to her reunions, the library asked her to have a book signing in what she refers to as her first and most important library.

Mineral County Chamber Chatter

‘Volunteer Burn-Out’ (VBO) is rampant right now after this loooong snow packed winter. I’m going through it myself; just when I’m asking chamber members and residents to ramp-up for events. Taking on more than we can handle can be a curse to some, where others thrive with the challenge. My personnel philosophy is if I can do 2 things well, or 5 things semi-well, go with the 2 and keep my fingers crossed that I do indeed, do both of them well. My point is that we need to say “No” when asked which is extremely difficult for many of us as we want to people-please. “Passion” for the subject ought to act as a guiding force when you question if you should or shouldn’t step into the ring of volunteering. All of us have worked with volunteers who drop off the radar and the entire momentum stalls because of that person. When you raise your hand, be committed.

Bison range to celebrate migratory birds

MOIESE - Celebrate International Migratory Bird Day 2014 at the National Bison Range on Saturday, May 10, 2014. This year’s theme, “Why Birds Matter”, focuses on the benefits of birds to humans and nature. We will share the many ways in which birds matter to the earth, to ecosystems, and of course, to us.

STAC to discuss environment

MCCF announces scholarships

MINERAL COUNTY - For the past 14 years, the Mineral County Community Foundation (MCCF) has provided college tuition scholarships to selected graduating seniors from the county. To receive a scholarship, a graduate must submit an application which is reviewed by the MCCF Board. Decisions of who will be awarded a scholarship are based on five factors; (1) overall character, (2) leadership qualities, (3) community service, (4) scholastic achievement and (5) extracurricular activities.

Alberton improves between weekend games

ST. REGIS – In their Friday game, the St. Regis Tigers saw an approximately 40-point loss against the Noxon Red Devils.

Plains Grange makes public stance on water compact

PLAINS – The Plains Grange #101 held their monthly meeting on Tuesday, March 5 and discussed their stance on the Reserved Water Rights Compact Commission.

Legals October 2, 2019

NOTICE OF SALE GOOD NEIGHBOR AUTHORITY Department of Natural Resources & Conservation Timber Sale The GNA Buick Divide Timber Sale is located within Sections 9, 10, 14, 15, & 16, of T25N - R34W; and Section 34, of T25N -R34W on the Kootenai National Forest. Approximately 22,581 tons, consisting of mixed conifer sawlogs, are offered for sale. Sealed bids will be opened at the Department of Natural Resources & Conservation, 2705 Spurgin Road, Missoula, Montana on October 10, 2019 at 2:00 pm. Bids may be hand delivered or mailed and will be accepted any time prior to the bid opening. DNRC recommends that bidders contact the Forestry Division (406-542-4300) prior to the bid opening to ensure that your bid has been received. Bids must be accompanied by a deposit of $13,435.00, representing 5% of the minimum bid value of the sale in cashier's check, certified check, bank money order or bank draft to be applied to the first sale invoice for the successful bidder. Bid bonds will be accepted and, for the successful bidder, will be closed upon execution of the Timber Sale Contract and Timber Sale Bond. The sale will be awarded to the highest responsible bidder. If the successful bidder is unable to execute the contract within 30 calendar days from the date the sale is awarded, the bid deposit will be retained by the Department as liquidated damages. The right is reserved to reject any or all bids. Prospective bidders can obtain the sale prospectus, sale contract and bid forms from the Department of Natural Resources & Conservation, Forestry Division, in Missoula (406-542-4300) the Northwestern Land Office in Kalispell (406-751-2240),The Libby Unit Office located in Libby (406-293-2711), or the Plains Unit office located in Plains (406-826-4725). Visit our website at http://dnrc.mt.gov/divisions/forestry/forestry-assistance/good-neighbor-authority-current-timber-sales for upcoming sales and bid results. Published in the Clark Fork Valley Press on September 11, September 18, September 25 and October 2, 2019. MNAXLP

Tigers stay unbeaten with two lopsided triumphs

It was an impressive performance to say the least for the unbeaten St. Regis Tigers boys basketball team this past weekend.

Dr. Karen LaRoe, 74

Dr. Karen LaRoe passed away on June 15, 2019. She was born on December 13, 1944, in her grandparent’s four-room farmhouse on Buck Creek, in Lawrence County, Ohio. Karen grew up as the cherished child and valued farmhand of Hershell and Ann Roach on their dairy farm just a half-mile down the road. Widowed at 23, with two young children and a high school diploma, Karen went on to earn a Doctorate in Educational Leadership. After serving at the Ohio State University, Fitchburg State University, and Montana State University Northern, Karen was appointed President of the West Virginia University Institute of Technology, just 90 miles from her parent’s farm. There, together with faculty, staff, and students, she led Tech to significant national recognition for academic rigor and value. She was a leader with a kind heart, an open and curious mind, enthusiastic optimism, and endless energy. Her guiding principle was, “A college is a place where we come together to debate one another’s ideas with love and respect.” May we all follow her lead. Karen retired with her husband to homes in St. Regis, Montana and Venice, Florida, where they enjoyed the frequent visits of family and friends for many years. Karen is survived by her children, Joseph West, Lee Ann West, and Steven LaRoe, her grandchildren, Amanda West and Joey West, her sister, Rena Snouffer, her brother, Keith Roach, an enormous extended family; and her husband, Lin Williams. Services will be held at the Trinity Baptist Church, a church her family and friends built, near Aid, Ohio, on June 29, at 2:00 p.m. Karen will be interred near her parents in the cemetery in Aid. Arrangements will be handled by the Phillips Funeral Home in Ironton, where visitation will occur from 5-7 p.m., Friday, June 28. Karen would tell you that she lived a wonderful life. Her childhood was nurturing and rich in the Appalachian traditions of family and community. Her adult life was full with the love of her family, her many treasured friends, her travels around the world, and her amazing career.

Trotters lose to Charlo, bury Troy

Plains turned in one of the Trotters’ best defensive efforts of the season last Friday at Charlo, but had a tough time converting shots in a 40-19 District 14C loss to the Lady Vikes.

Horsemen finish year undefeated

The Plains Horsemen added two more victories to their undefeated record last week by taking down Troy and Superior.

Sanders County Sheriff Report

2/27/11 11:30 a.m. – A reporting party advised that two black labs on Estate Rd. has been in his shop and yard and urinated etc. on his property.  He has filed the same complaint in the past.

Mighty Savage Horsemen open up season with win

Matt Unrau

FOOD FOR THOUGHT: Compulsive lying

Lying often starts in childhood and may be part of the normal developmental process or lying could be an indicator of a more serious problem.  Why do children lie?  Many  young children (ages 4-5) often lie because of their inability to distinguish fact from fantasy.  An older child or adolescent may  lie to avoid doing something, or deny responsibility for their actions to avoid disapproval and punishment.  Others may lie to prevent hurting people’s feelings or to protect their privacy.  For some children, lying is a common place behavior that they experience all the time. For instance, parents tell white lies, break promises or distort the truth (“I had to lie because--”).