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.

Fair events see increase in numbers

PLAINS – Following the dispersal of crowds from the Sanders County Fairgrounds Fair Manager Mike Hashisaki has received positive feedback regarding the annual event and commented on the success of the fair’s rodeo events.

Lunches aim to offer learning forums

PLAINS – The Clark Fork Valley Hospital is launching a new program that will be open to the community.

Bluehawk boys gain practice on court

THOMPSON FALLS – There are quite a few months before the high school basketball’s regular season gets underway throughout Sanders County, but that has not kept young athletes from hitting the hardwood during the summer months.

Thompson Falls to host countywide fair

THOMPSON FALLS – Sanders County students will be encouraged to plan their future in a smart way as Thompson Falls High School hosts a county-wide career education day.