Historical site in Mineral County to be repaired

MINERAL COUNTY – A historical site in Mineral County is getting some protection from the elements soon after it was discovered the roof of the Louisville/Cinker jailhouse built in 1869 had collapsed.

Library celebrates National Library Week

PLAINS - April 13 to April 19 marked the celebration of National Library Week at libraries in towns and cities across the nation. As in years past the Plains Public Library once again took part in the annual event.

MCH field trip

Fourth grader Tanner Eggers looks at blood cells through a microscope with the assistance of Sara Buchanan as Kylie Wood and Heath Edison wait their turn. The field trip was the closing element to the unit about the human body.

Football recap: Local teams post memorable seasons

Of all the high school varsity sports played, perhaps none is more impacted by chance happenings throughout the season than football. Even the bounce of the double-pointed ball during a game can change the course of play up and down the various leagues

Paradise school turns 100

St. Regis School thinking of a four-day week

St. Regis School is meeting with parents to discuss the possibility of a four-day school week.

Community rallies around firefighters at VFW breakfast

The Wildhorse VFW hall was built to host functions and events for heroes who served their country.

District 14 candidates speak at forum

With the amount of interest generated with this year’s elections, voters have been attending forums sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce to learn about candidates and their platforms. Republican Gordon Hendrick and Democrat Judy Stang, candidates for House District 14, took questions from the audience last Thursday night as well as presented why they believe they’re the best person for the job.

Read on further - there is no gray

I like to have people read a chapter in the Bible one at a time. It kind of gives you an idea of the time and what is going on. Some have been telling people that the Bible is gray here is where you prove yourself wrong.

Robust attendance at Clark Fork Valley Hospital health fair

With health care concerns a dominating topic these days, getting information to people is a prime focus for health care providers.

Halloween takes over Mineral County

ALBERTON/SUPERIOR – Halloween is just around the corner and the schools in Alberton and Superior are revving up with parties for their students before the big day of candy, costumes, ghosts and goblins.

St. Regis ignites for Independence Day celebrations

There’s nothing quite like celebrating the Fourth of July in a homegrown, small town, with streets lined with Old Glory, ice cream smiles, fireworks and U.S. pride. If you’re looking for some Yankee Doodle Dandy fun, head on down to St. Regis for Independence Day.

Lake County Fair reps attend Sanders County Fair meeting

The Sanders County Fair Commission held their monthly meeting last Monday and though they addressed business as usual, there was a somewhat unusual tone to the agenda as well.

St. Regis man supports Simon for county commissioner

I would like to voice my support for Duane Simons, Republican candidate for Mineral County Commissioner.

Bargain hunters peruse Yard Sale stops

Like sands through the hourglass, so are the days of our lives.

Hot Springs approves water, sewer rate increases

It was a hearing that wasn’t.

Sanders County Visual Artists hold monthly meeting

On Saturday Feb. 18 the Sanders County Visual Artists held their monthly meeting to discuss the upcoming events, activities, and the renovation of the Paradise Center. In attendance at the meeting was President Karen Thorson, Public Affairs officer Joy Nelson, Rick Harter, Ilene Littlefield, and Shirley Proctor.

Rival Softball 7

The Plains Trotters gather for a motivational huddle before taking the field against Thompson Falls.

Broadway comes to DeBorgia during concert

DEBORGIA – Friday evening, the Old DeBorgia Schoolhouse was filled with the operatic songs from Hollywood and Broadway.

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.