Mineral County Sheriff quits

In a shocking turn of events Mineral County Sheriff Tom Bauer turned in his resignation Monday afternoon to Commissioner Chairman, Roman Zylawy.

Plains mourns loss of coach killed in crash

The town of Plains is mourning the loss of a teacher and coach who was killed in a car wreck last week.

Pizza shop helps raise funds for Marjerrison family

Local pizza shop Simple Simons is rallying Plains residents to support the family of Kenny Marjerrison.

Legals November 8, 2017

Blackfoot provides local phone and broadband services in many Montana communities at reasonable and affordable rates. A federal program designed to promote "universal service" to all areas of the nation makes affordable rates possible. Companies participating in this program are required to advertise theses services on an annual basis. As a participant in the universal service program, Blackfoot provides access to single line phone service, emergency services (911), directory assistance (411), operator services (0+), long distance limitation services, as well as broadband internet access services. For questions or to order new services please call Blackfoot's customer care team at 406-541-5000 or visit us at www.blackfoot.com. Published in the Clark Fork Valley Press on November 8, 2017. MNAXLP

Community Notes

“Getting to Know Blackfoot” will be a panel conversation and open questions with Blackfoot Telecommunications representatives on Nov. 16 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the St. Regis Community Center. Sponsored by Mineral County Economic Development Corp. and the local Chamber of Commerce. Discussion includes issues regarding phone and internet service in Mineral County. Contact Sharon at 406-280-0252 with questions.

Superior band students get to be 'rock stars' during Bobcat game

Last weekend high school band students from all over the state gathered to experience the thrill of playing before a stadium full of football fans. They joined up with the Montana State University marching band and played with them during the Bobcat versus Idaho State game on October 28.

Legals November 1, 2017

REQUEST FOR BIDS The City of Thompson Falls is requesting bids for the purchase of two dump trucks equipped with snow plows and sanders. Bids are to be for a fixed price contract for the described items. Detailed specifications can be obtained from the City Office by phone at 406-827-3557 or email at tfpworks@blackfoot.net. Sealed bids are to be delivered to the City of Thompson Falls Office at P.O. Box 99, 108 Fulton Street, Thompson Falls, Montana 59873. Bid receipt date is November 9, 2017 at 3PM. Bid opening will follow immediately after. All bids will be reviewed and award made on November 13, 2017. The City of Thompson Falls reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Published in the Clark Fork Valley Press on October 18, October 25 and November 1, November 8, 2017. MNAXLP

Kenny Lee Marjerrison

Kenny Lee Marjerrison, 34, passed away on Oct. 25th, 2017, at 4:30 p.m. during a fatal collision outside of Arlee. He was born in Plains, one of three children born to Jerry Marjerrison and Yvonne Roesler on May 9, 1983.

Volleyball roundup: Hot Springs sweeps Clark Fork

This past week has been a continuation of great volleyball action around the county.

Legals October 25, 2017

REQUEST FOR BIDS The City of Thompson Falls is requesting bids for the purchase of two dump trucks equipped with snow plows and sanders. Bids are to be for a fixed price contract for the described items. Detailed specifications can be obtained from the City Office by phone at 406-827-3557 or email at tfpworks@blackfoot.net. Sealed bids are to be delivered to the City of Thompson Falls Office at P.O. Box 99, 108 Fulton Street, Thompson Falls, Montana 59873. Bid receipt date is November 9, 2017 at 3PM. Bid opening will follow immediately after. All bids will be reviewed and award made on November 13, 2017. The City of Thompson Falls reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Published in the Clark Fork Valley Press on October 18, October 25 and November 1, November 8, 2017. MNAXLP

Getting to know the next possible Alberton mayor

Mineral County prep roundup

The Clark Fork Lady Mountain Cats leapt over the Lincoln Lynx during Saturday night’s matchup taking them to first place going into 13C District playoffs next week in Missoula. They won all three sets 25-13, 25-22, 25-10 with senior Kenzie Mueller leading the pack in kills with 9 out of 26, 2 out of 3 blocks and 6 aces out of a team total of 15. Montanna Baughman led in digs with 8 out of 31 and Madison Mask had 21 out of 23 assists.

Experts assessing Sunrise Fire damage

A few green plants have already sprung up past the charred earth of the Sunrise Fire, which burned just 13 miles east of Superior. On a sunny autumn day, the black soil is littered with tiny rusty pine needles in areas where a few still cling to the half-burned trees. Other areas are just blackened sticks bearing a ghostly reminder of the wildfire that raged through the area last summer, consuming over 26,000 acres.

Five candidates vying for four positions on Alberton Town Council

There are five candidates running for four council member positions for the Town of Alberton. Elections will be held on Nov. 7 with mail-in ballot arriving in resident mailboxes by the end of the week.

Prep roundup for local schools

St. Regis Lady Tigers played in Plain last Tuesday and lost all three sets. During play Anna Sanford secured 4 of the 16 Kills as well as 6 of the 11 Digs and all 6 Aces. Chloe Cielke helped by take 4 of the 16 Kills, Justice Tate secured 4 of the 6 Blocks. Total Digs recorded were 41 with Baylee Pruitt taking 16 and Emma Hill 15.

Legals October 18, 2017

REQUEST FOR BIDS The City of Thompson Falls is requesting bids for the purchase of two dump trucks equipped with snow plows and sanders. Bids are to be for a fixed price contract for the described items. Detailed specifications can be obtained from the City Office by phone at 406-827-3557 or email at tfpworks@blackfoot.net. Sealed bids are to be delivered to the City of Thompson Falls Office at P.O. Box 99, 108 Fulton Street, Thompson Falls, Montana 59873. Bid receipt date is November 9, 2017 at 3PM. Bid opening will follow immediately after. All bids will be reviewed and award made on November 13, 2017. The City of Thompson Falls reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Published in the Clark Fork Valley Press on October 18, October 25 and November 1, November 8, 2017. MNAXLP

Arts Council brings creole music to Mineral County

The Mineral County Performing Arts Council presented Dennis Stroughmatt et L’Esprit Creole who performed French Creole music on Oct. 4 in Superior.

Prep Roundup

During a cross county rival match the Clark Fork Lady Mountain Cats scratched out a win against the St. Regis Lady Tigers during a Tues. October 3 matchup in St. Regis 25-17, 25-15, 25-21. Cat senior Montanna Baughman led the team in kills with 5 out of 17, as well as in digs making 9 out of 37 and in aces with 4.

Mineral County court report

Oct. 5, Vincent Mark Alcorn, 14 hour driving rule

Blue Hawks football blanked by Bigfork at home

It was a tough home game for the Thompson Falls Blue Hawks as they were at the mercy of the Bigfork Vikings on Friday.