Preparation is key in the fight against the flu this season

If you have ever had the flu, you know how miserable it is. I’ve seen hundreds of cases as a doctor, but I also know from personal experience. To give my family and myself the best odds against the flu, we get the flu shot every year. This year is what the CDC calls a “widespread outbreak”, much like the Swine flu outbreak of 2009. Most of the US, including Montana, is included in this outbreak, and its range is increasing daily. The flu hit a bit earlier this season than expected, so we need to be prepared for a second wave later in the season.

Montana State Library releases videos highlighting impact of libraries

(SUPERIOR)--- The Montana State Library and Mineral County Public Library are pleased to announce the release of a series of three videos that highlight the impact libraries have on the lives of Montanans.  The videos feature Montana library users and Montana librarians from around the state.

MCH says dieting program has proven effective

MINERAL COUNTY – Medical experts believe obesity has become an epidemic problem, but a new nation-wide program through Mineral Community Hospital has proven effective as a means of reversing it.

St. Regis cancels July 4 events

COVID-19 concerns have prompted the cancelation of organized July 4 festivities in St. Regis this summer.

A look back at 2015

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Trout Creek celebrates 38th Huckleberry Festival

The Huckleberry is used for so many dishes, the taste is one that can be hard to describe. Yet it’s the Festival in Trout Creek each year that brings Huckleberry lovers together for a weekend of indulgence.

Sheriff's plan has impact in Sanders County

THOMPSON FALLS – Having a plan of action in place is important for any job a person takes. If you want to start a business, a campaign, or even run a countywide department you need a plan in place.

2014 in Sanders County

Jan. 8, 2014

Local delivery service makes runs to Missoula

To live in rural Montana and love the quiet life of Mineral County there is the ever-present necessity of traveling for what you need. Whether it’s a monthly trip to Missoula for groceries, doctor visits, or getting snow tires put on, everyone out here knows about the commute.

St. Regis celebrates homecoming with big win

The co-op St. Regis Tigers ran away from visiting Arlee on their way to a convincing 76-36 Homecoming win Friday night in St. Regis.

Three county school districts report COVID-19 cases

The COVID-19 pandemic has reached three Sanders County schools.

Plains gridders celebrate homecoming with big win

On a rainy night when holding onto the football became a challenge in itself, Plains High running back Gavin Regalado had the answer.

In some way, baseball is back

Ahhh, now there’s a slice of “reality” sports fans can grab onto.

St. Regis flea market a go in 2021

But tentatively the Flea Market is slated to happen during its regular time over Memorial Day weekend, May 29–31.

Hot Springs boys basketball splits with Clark Fork, St. Regis

Following a hard-fought loss to visiting Clark Fork in their boys 14C opener Thursday night, Hot Springs senior Lincoln Slonaker saw better...

Food for Thought: Recovering from an affair

Infidelity is more common than most people realize...

Mineral County Treasure: Cabin Fever Quilting Guild

It’s not that the Cabin Fever Quilting Guild has leisure time to practice their art, but they do it because they are passionate, and they make the time to quilt together.

Larry Bennett is the 'Road Report Guy'

“Hit the road, Jack” … so the beloved 1961 Ray Charles tune goes.