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Farmers markets yield big community reward
he farmers markets in Alberton and Superior are small, but they carry a big message about promoting healthy communities.
Redd Bull tour gives opportunity for group input
Tricon Timber hosted a meeting about Redd Bull on July 18 in St. Regis. The event was to give an update of issues impacting federal forest management and to take a field tour of the project area.
Utility line work ongoing near recreation trails
The Forest Service is coordinating with NorthWestern Energy and Bonneville Power on several utility projects this summer that will occur adjacent to Forest Service recreation trails on the Superior and Plains/Thompson Falls Ranger Districts of the Lolo National Forest.
Key Mineral County personnel retire after long careers
Three key positions in Mineral County became vacant as the result of retirements over the past two months. However, they have been filled by familiar faces already seen around the courthouse.
Two small wildfires reported in Mineral County
The Superior Ranger District reported that there was no fire activity in the area west of Superior. However, two small blazes broke out in the Nine Mile Ranger District over the weekend. A 12-acre blaze called the Burdett Fire was reported nine miles southeast of Tarkio. It is in a remote area caused by lightning.
Superior gets water tender to prepare for fire season
The Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation’s Equipment Development Center in Missoula brought a water tender to the Superior Volunteer Fire Department on July 11, announced Fire Chief Rob Torrey.
St. Regis explodes with Fourth fun
This year’s Fourth of July parade did not disappoint as red, white, and blue decorated floats, people and even horses made their way down Old Highway 10 in St. Regis.
Crock-Pot program helps kids learn to cook at home
Dawn Bauer is helping fight hunger in Mineral County.
Heat wave causing wildfires
As of July 10, the Lolo National Forest described fire danger as moderate. But as last week’s heat wave quickly dried out grasses, fire danger is on everyone’s mind. The upcoming week’s weather forecast has several thunderstorms announced and lightning strikes could cause wildfires as they roll through the mountains of Mineral County.
Amateur Radio Club hones skills for emergencies during Field Day
The Haugan’s Heroes amateur radio club arrived Friday morning on June 23 at Savenac Historic Nursery with the aim of setting up two stations for the annual American Radio Relay League Field Day. The league is a national association for amateur radio and Field Day is held every year during the fourth weekend in June.
Smokey the Bear joins Summer Reading Program
Smokey the Bear was a special guest for the Mineral County Library Summer Reading Program at Eva Horning Park at noon on Tuesday, June 27. The group of area kids also learned about solar energy from the afternoon speaker, Leslie Heppe. The theme of this year’s program is “Build a Better World” and several guests have been featured discussing a variety of topics including Roger Wasley who is a system operator for Superior’s water system and gave a presentation in June. Superior Fire Chief, Rob Torrey also gave a talk last month about fire safety. John Woodland will give a presentation on July 11 on gardening with the Summer Reading Program finale be held at 3 p.m. on July 18 with a pool party at 4 p.m.
Mineral County Disaster Emergency Services coordinator steps down after 18 years on the job
Reaching retirement is like being a kid and getting the last bowl out of a box of sweet cereal. That last bowl has all the sugar that fell off the grainy nuggets and its super sweet. Retirement is enjoying the sugary rewards from a lifetime of dedication and hard work. Rewards like sipping a cup of coffee on a long summer morning, vacations that never end, and not having to take calls.
Mineral County Airport wins $216,000 in funding
On June 12, U.S. Sen. Steve Daines announced $738,430.00 in critical funding for five Montana airports in Terry, Baker, Superior, Ekalaka and Circle.
Safety first with Fourth of July fireworks in St. Regis
The largest July 4 fireworks display in Mineral County is held in St. Regis, and it offers a perfect way to celebrate the national holiday while helping to keep the community safe from devastating fires.
Savenac Pond welcomes young anglers
It was a day of sunshine, fun and fish on Saturday, June 17 as Fish, Wildlife and Parks (FWP) hosted “Kids Fishing Day at Savenac Pond”.
Alternate Montana license can be used for Real ID, but it will cost you extra
Gov. Steve Bullock has signed a bill giving Montanans the option to buy a state driver’s license or identification card that can be used to board flights and access federal facilities.
Spring burning season nears end
The spring burn season is officially drawing to a close in western Montana, and several land agencies in charge of administering burn permits have already stopped issuing permits as of Monday, June 12.
New signs unveiled at Eva Horning Park
The Eva Horning Park in Superior got some new signage and was marked with a Play in the Park unveiling event held on June 4. Folks gathered around as Liz Gupton and friends pulled blue tarpa off of three signs.
Elks provide funding for emergency equipment
Mineral Community Hospital received a gift on Wednesday, June 14, when Dennis Cooper, a Trustee with the Montana State Elks Association presented hospital CEO Ron Gleason with a check for $2,700. Cooper drove over from Deer Lodge to present the check, which was the result of grant application made by the hospital.
Baseball Beach Party celebrates end of season with carnival fun
St. Regis Youth Baseball players congregated in Saint Regis Park on Saturday for an afternoon of carnival fun to celebrate another successful season. This is the third year the young players, along with siblings and parents gathered for their annual “Baseball Beach Party” to enjoy a day of play, food and awards.