Plains Public School District asks for two levies

PLAINS – The Plains Public School District is asking for two levies to be voted on, one for the elementary school in the amount of $35,000 and one for the high school in the amount of $30,000.

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Alberton High School senior Emma Wooldridge continued to dominate in her number one single's spot this week. Wooldridge won all three of her matches in straight-sets to remain unbeaten.

Unique Emporium makes way for Little Bitterroot Grocery Store

PLAINS – The Unique Emporium closed their doors on Saturday with one last hoorah of deals for anyone who was interested.

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Commissioners sign intent letters for grants

Mineral County Disaster and Emergency Services Coordinator George Gupton was on hand at the Friday meeting of the county commissioners to provide the commissioners with a notice of intent for the Emergency Management Performance Grant and the Homeland Security Grant Program.

Canstruction teams looking for participants

Once again, the United Methodist Church of Plains and Paradise is inviting local businesses, services groups and neighboring churches to participate in a creative project to collect non-perishable food for the Plains Food Bank and have fun doing it.

Former police officer charged with two counts

Chad Edward Bache, a former reserve deputy for Sanders County and former Hot Springs police officer has been charged with two counts: one felony count of theft and one misdeamanor count of the unauthorized use of a motor vehicle.

Letters to the Editor - April 24, 2013

Hot Springs school hosts talent

The talent of kids from Hot Springs Elementary School was on display Thursday as the local Parent Teacher Organization held a Family Fun Night carnival in the gym. Held twice a year, the event served as a means to celebrate and share the gifts of kids with an aptitude for performance.

Proposal to reduce number of voting precincts

County Clerk and Recorder Jennine Robbins and Elections Administrative Assistant Bobbi Christenson have put the fate of voting precinct boundaries in the hands of Sanders County Commissioners for consideration.

Turkey Banquet celebrates NWTF's 40th year

PLAINS – Supporters and members of the National Wild Turkey Federation flooded the fairground’s pavilion on Saturday for the 13th annual banquet and fundraiser.

Outdoors: The hunt is on - a search for a black bear

Montana’s thick forests and abundant mountains host a home to the black bear, a somewhat elusive creature that is currently being hunted.

4-H'ers showcase their quilting and sewing skills

PLAINS – Eager 4H participants filled the Mountain West Clothing store downtown on Sunday for the annual Sanders County 4H Fashion Revue and Patchwork Parade.

Mountain Cats Pounce

The Superior-Alberton Mountain Cats continued their run towards the state tournament with three duals against Loyola Sacred Heart, Valley Christian and St. Ignatius this week.

Tricon hosts health fair to raise employee awareness

Gray wolf numbers released

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service recently released its’ 2012 Annual Report for the Northern Rocky Mountain Gray Wolf population. Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks estimate there are eight packs in Sanders County alone containing approximately 60 to 65 wolves.

Mayor Wood joins nation in honoring the efforts of volunteers

A large crowd of Mineral County residents gathered at the steps of the Mineral County Courthouse on April 9 to honor the countless number of volunteers as part of the first ever Mayor’s Day of Recognition for National Service.

Thompson Falls thespians entertain with Red Riding Hood

THOMPSON FALLS- Around 200 residents of Thompson Falls came out to support the performance of “Red Riding Hood” put on by children ranging in age from six years to 17 years of age. Organized by the Missoula Children’s Theatre, the play featured about 60 kids from Thompson Falls schools, directed by MCT members Allie Kauling and Steven Thomas and accompanied by Rebecca Haag. Assistant directors Asher Evans, Whitney Micklon and Zack Bloom helped coordinate behind the scenes activity.

Letter to the Editor - April 17

To a large gathering of concerned residents in the courtroom last Thursday, Jennine Robbins and Bobbi Christensen from the Clerk & Recorder’s office, and the three commissioners informed the public of the proposal to consolidate several precincts, thereby, reducing the number of polling places.

Kindergarten Roundup

Kindergarten teacher Dana Diehl works with Chad McGonagle, 4, on his developmental screening where they went over colors, numbers, shapes, among other things.