First responder fundraiser planned in wake of St. Regis hostage incident

Two weeks have passed since a hostage situation and shooting shook the small town of St. Regis, leaving local citizens and Travel Center employees, the Sheriff’s Office, and area first responders to cope with the fallout.

Relay For Life kicks off

The Mineral County Relay For Life got off to a running start Thursday when Mineral County residents gathered on the lawn of the Old School in Superior for the event kick-off.

Community Notes

Monthly community hearing service provided by Hearing Aid Institute at Alberton Senior Center April 12, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Application for Montana Land Grant signed by commissioners

SUPERIOR – A grant has become available through the state for counties who map local cemeteries. The way of getting these funds was discussed over several meetings of the Mineral County Commissioners.

Housing shortage continues to plague Mineral County

There was an open house in Superior at Maple Street Cottages last week. The two-bedroom, one-and-a-half bath rental units are available for seniors who are 62 years of age and older, and are on a fixed income. The hallway that leads from the front sitting room and kitchen are wide enough for wheelchairs and the shower is equipped for handicapped individuals. “We call these ‘aging in place’ units,” said Jim Morton with the Human Resource Council and he oversees programs in Mineral, Missoula and Ravalli counties.

Family-owned business seeks to stay afloat in economy

Summer Crosby

Bobcats dominate Lincoln in season opener

West Mullan Fire reaches 700-acres

Residents of Superior gathered outside of the Mineral County Courthouse Monday night, where county and Forest Service officials briefed them on the current status of the West Mullan Fire.

Local golfers qualify for state tournament

For at least eight local high school golfers, the dream is a reality.

Local track teams compete at Seeley Swan

The Plains women’s track team placed fifth at the Seeley Swan High School track and field meet this past Friday at Missoula County Public Schools stadium.

Town Pump fundraiser underway to support food banks

Town Pump fundraiser helping food banks serve in crisis

Clark Fork Lady Cats fall to Seeley Swan

Four players scored in double figures as the Seeley Swan Lady Blackhawks ran away with a 58-39 win over Clark Fork...

Alvin Leroy Meeks

Alvin LeRoy Meeks, 77, of Superior, passed away on Saturday, Aug. 15, following a short battle with congestive heart failure. His passing was in no way coronavirus related.

Poet Laureate to speak at Superior library

Chris La Tray is a Métis storyteller. He is a descendent of the Pembina Band of the mighty Red River of the North and he is an enrolled member of the Little Shell Tribe of Chippewa Indians.

Michael “Mike” Phelps Prescott Reeder, 66

Michael “Mike” Phelps Prescott Reeder, 66

Community Calendar

Community Calendar

AG Fox makes campaign swing through region

Montana Attorney General Tim Fox, who is running for the governor’s office, recently made a campaign swing through Northwest Montana.

Missoula mainstay Josh Farmer to perform in Superior

The Mineral County Performing Arts Council is starting the new year with exciting entertainment that comes from The Garden City.

Winter storm starts with snow, ends with record lows

Winter Storm Elliott brought on onslaught of snow followed by near record cold temperatures during the days leading up to Christmas. Snow started to accumulate late Monday night on the 19th and continued steadily all-day Tuesday.

Drivers warned to slow down in winter conditions

The Superior Volunteer Fire Department was dispatched to a car crash on Sunday, Nov. 25 where a tow truck was recovering a vehicle on Interstate 90. During the process, an SUV plowed into the towing apparatus due to slick roads and low visibility. Department personnel posted on Facebook, warning drivers to slow down and remember to yield to emergency vehicles. The wreck occurred near Mile Marker 60 at around 1:30 p.m., and no injuries were reported.