Golfers chip on for tournament

ST. REGIS – Golfers and businesses alike flocked to the Trestle Creek Golf Course in St. Regis for the annual golf tournament.

Mineral County does the ice bucket challenge

SUPERIOR – Mineral County officials came away from a recent activity cold and wet but it was all for a good cause as fifteen employees, one from every department, participated in a phenomenon sweeping the nation.

St. Regis shooting class offers tactical training

ST. REGIS- Hidden in the depths of the mountains between St. Regis and the Sanders County line, you will find Tom Ewing and his shooting range.

Alberton bakery says goodbye to location

ALBERTON – After almost three years of operation, the Dee-lish Bakery in Alberton has begun the process of shutting down the combined bakery and boutique.

Cross country teams heat up

RONAN – The Plains and Thompson Falls cross county teams competed in Ronan last weekend as the fall season picks up steam.

Pass, Punt and Kick

THOMPSON FALLS – A group of children in Thompson Falls took some time out of their Sunday afternoon to take part in a countywide football competition for boys and girls.

Balenger files for back pay

Second annual Winter Market held at county fairgrounds

PLAINS – The Pavilion at the Sanders County Fairgrounds was jammed full of vendors last week as the building hosted the second annual holiday market.

First meet sees strong victories for Alberton

Fire danger raised to very high

MINERAL COUNTY – The fire danger status in Mineral County was raised to very high last week and officials are considering enacting Stage 1 Fire Restrictions as early as this week.

Commissioners discuss grants

SUPERIOR – In their weekly meeting Friday, the county commissioners reviewed the draft for a letter to support a possible application for the Prevention Partnership Grant and Alcohol Compliance Grant.

Free Throws Shootout sends girls to camp

New doctor means new services in Mineral County

MINERAL COUNTY – A new surgeon at the Mineral Community Hospital is bringing his expertise to the area and with it, an enhanced medical care experience for Mineral County residents.

Sanders County Community Calendar - Feb. 26

Open Gym at Plains

Mountain men reign over Cyr

CYR – Every Memorial Day weekend, the Sapphire Mountain Men group instinctively meet in a secluded area in Cyr, leaving the present behind while walking back into the past.

Sanders County Expo helps business

PLAINS – Sanders County citizens lined up to see what the local vendors had to offer in the Plains High School gym. They walked around looking at the floor samples provided by Buckingham Hardwoods or the handmade blankets from Demarle At Home. Many enjoyed “Lucy” the Spinone Italiano dog making good use of the cozy dog beds available.

New town dog kennel nears completion

PLAINS – The new Plains dog kennel is officially up and running thanks to the donations and labor provided by many community members. The new kennel will help save the town money and ensure the safety of both human and canine alike.

Scouting into Alberton

ALBERTON – A new scout group the whole community can enjoy has come to Alberton through the Promoting Excellence in Alberton-area Kids Foundation.

Senior project seeks disc golf course

Plains competes at Mission Invitational

ST. IGNATIUS – The Plains Trotters volleyball team got their fall season underway at the Mission Invitational Tournament last weekend.