Gentleman, start your peddlin'

It may not be as well known as the Daytona Speedway and it may not carry as much prestige as the Brickyard in Indianapolis, but after five years, a 50-foot stretch of dirt in St. Regis is starting to be talked about in racing circles.

Busy Fourth planned for Sanders County

SANDERS COUNTY – Areas throughout Sanders County will be hosting celebratory events to mark the nation’s independence on the Fourth of July.

Town bands together to battle crime

HOT SPRINGS - Members of the Hot Springs community called an emergency meeting Wednesday at the Senior Center to discuss the problem of ongoing speeding, reckless driving and crime issues throughout the town.

Road closure planned for Little Joe Road this summer, work starting

The Lolo National Forest began a large two phased road improvement project on Little Joe Road, Forest Road 282, late last month to resurface the road, improve drainage, and upgrade two stream crossings.

Superior students learn about the joy of giving

Mrs. Crabb’s fourth grade students at Superior Elementary School got into the spirit of things and raised funds to purchase gifts for families in need this holiday season. With the help of some local businesses and students they raised $888.04 to purchase the gifts from local businesses.

Noxon holds Great Pumpkin and costume contest

Noxon students participated in the Great Pumpkin Contest and costume party last week.

Local church celebrates Thanksgiving

It was the mission of the Assembly of God Church to make sure that no one went hungry on Thanksgiving this past week. Anyone who was in need of a meal on Thursday was given a free dinner. Over two days, a full fledged classic style Thanksgiving dinner was prepared by members of the church and others from the community.

Ed Norton Big Band to perform

Are you sick of the weather? Looking for something fun to do? Want to hear some great music? Maybe even do some dancing?

Trotters outlast Lady Lions for first win

Even in the talent-laden ranks of the Western conference fastpitch softball skirmishes, they had to break through.

A dose of fashion and wine in Plains

Danielle Switalski

Spotlight on the Arts: T-Falls junior Sweeden find passion for jazz

Alek Sweeden is a 17-year-old junior at Thompson Falls High School.

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.

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.

Mineral County Community Calendar

Cool Summer Nights lights up Trout Creek

The 2018 Cool Summer Nights Car Show at the Lakeside Motel and Resort in Trout Creek last weekend pulled out all the stops for this year’s event.

Community rallies around firefighters at VFW breakfast

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

Western Montana’s Mental Health Clinic to provide therapist for Plains Schools

Two teachers submitted their resignations during the April school board meeting: Fourth grade teacher Nichole Cockrell and music teacher Rhiannon Greenwood.

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.