Enjoy the New Year intact: Drive sober or don't drive

THOMPSON FALLS — As Montanans celebrate this festive season with holiday parties and end-of-year celebrations, The Sanders County Sheriff’s Office is increasing patrols through January 1, 2013, to deter impaired, unsafe driving and keep the public safe on Montana roads.

Enjoy the holidays intacct: Drive sober or don't drive, Mineral County Sheriff's Office increases patrols through beginning of year

Mineral County, Mont. — As Montanans celebrate this festive season with holiday parties and end-of-year celebrations, Mineral County Sheriff’s Office is increasing patrols through January 1, 2013, to deter impaired, unsafe driving and keep the public safe on Montana roads.

Bill would help ease health care burden

As people of faith, we believe that each of us has a moral obligation to take care of each other. At one time or another, every one of our fellow human beings has a need that we can help ease.

Sheriff's Office home renamed for founder Mickey O'Brien

But if it hadn’t been for Sheriff Micky O’Brien, it wouldn’t have...

Obituary; Robin Lee Ovitt

Robin Lee Ovitt went to be with her Lord on Feb. 22, 2015, surrounded by her loving Family. She firmly believed she was going to a better place.

Doug Browning takes the reins as new DNRC fire supervisor

The Department of Natural Resources and Conservation just officially welcomed the new fire supervisor Doug Browning into the position.

Noxon prepares for year

NOXON – In about a week Noxon Avenue will once again be full of students making their way to the first day of school as the young pupils summer vacation draws to a close.

Community effort leads to new jump pits at Superior H.S.

Long before school and the spring track season were put on hold, gears were in motion to refurbish the jump pits at Superior High School.

Returning Home: Former Plains students are a key part of the high school staff today

Plains High school has been around for nearly 100 years and for as long as recent memory holds, has had some of the most excellent teachers. Many of them are returning students inspired by previous instructors to bring that same energy, excitement and encouragement to future generations.

Three candidates running for Senate District 7 seat

With Montana District 7 State Senator Jenifer Fielder due to term out Jan. 4, 2021, three candidates in Northwest Montana are in the running for the seat.

Congressman deems federal government untrustworthy on eve of Trump arraignment

On the eve of former President Donald Trump’s arraignment in federal court on charges related to the attempted overturning of the 2020 election, U.S. Rep. Ryan Zinke told attendees of a Whitefish forum that the government cannot be trusted.

More than one way to serve

One of the highlights of the Hot Springs Homesteader Days Car Show was a giant truck—a 1986 American General Model 923 A-1 to be exact. Formerly a crew carrier for the U.S. Army, the truck is now owned by Nick Laverl of Thompson Falls, who has outfitted the truck with flags and other memorials honoring our veterans. Due to physical disabilities, Nick was not able to serve in our armed forces, but has made it his life’s purpose to pay tribute to our veterans.

Letter to the Editor - May 8, 2013

Mineral Community Hospital receives new equipment

SUPERIOR – The Mineral Community Hospital recently acquired a new set of beds and brand new lab equipment that will improve their ability to diagnose and treat their patients.

Planet Earth cannot afford any more help from these so-called environmentalists

In the Clark Fork Valley Press on Feb. 20, there was a column written by Morlene Plouzek who is president of CAN in Thompson Falls. In this column, she did battle with some imaginary opponent called an anti-environmentalist. She further states that anti-environmentalists have not come up with any solutions.

Plakke's four TD passes help Superior improve to 2-0

A much-improved Victor team would probably be among the first to agree after the Bobcats pulled away from a narrow four-point lead and ran to a 48-14 win.

Trout Unlimited backs Clark Fork restoration project

The illustrious Clark Fork, Montana’s largest river that stretches the length of Mineral County.

Mineral County to turn 100 years old

MINERAL COUNTY – As Mineral County gets set to celebrate its 100th anniversary, centennial event organizers are hoping more people will show up to participate in the event scheduled for the afternoon of Aug. 3.

Alberton senior discusses the road to the top

Amateur radio hobbyists tune in at winter field day

Amateur radio, or ham radio, has been a popular hobby throughout the years as well as an important service that brings people, electronics and communication together.