Sanders County runners take on Missoula Marathon

Numerous current and former residents of Sanders County converged on to the Missoula Marathon recently, and a few runners took some top placings.

Detention-center administrator part of deal to get jail reopened

Discussions continued on Monday, Nov. 13, regarding the closure of the Mineral County jail. After dealing with the resignation of Sheriff Tom Bauer, the Mineral County Commissioners meeting turned to the task of getting the jail reopened.

Murders in Agency, Missoula under investigation

Sanders County Sheriff’s Office stays firm on public safety after backlash resulting in a Missoula double homicide to which some have said the sheriff’s office is to blame.

New events center brings needed service to Sanders County community

Cool Summer Nites rolls to Trout Creek

TROUT CREEK – Powerful engines roared and sharp paint jobs glittered in the afternoon sunlight as Trout Creek hosted the annual Cool Summer Nites Car, Truck and Bike Show.

Spaghetti dinner held for pastor and family

THOMPSON FALLS - For anyone who was in the Thompson Falls Elementary School cafeteria Saturday during dinner time, it was a time to bear witness to the power of compassion and giving. The night was the culmination of hours of work over the course of weeks to bring hundreds together to give to a family in need.

Plains races to success at Eureka Time Trials

EUREKA – The Plains Trotters and Horsemen track teams got their season underway at the Eureka time trials last weekend.

Piranhas take second at state

CONRAD – Plains swimmers joined competitors as teams from towns of all sizes and from one end of the state to the other packed into Conrad last weekend to take part in the state swim meet.

Savage Heat light up track at first meet

HOT SPRINGS – Athletes battled the biting wind and spitting rain to run, throw and jump their way to the top. The Hot Springs Track and Field team traveled to Ronan on Saturday, March 29 to compete in their first track meet of the season.

Illness brings Tigers down in weekend games

ST. REGIS – The St. Regis Tigers took two defeats when they played in Darby, Friday January 10, and Arlee, Saturday January 11.

An update from Rep. Ingraham

While February has a number of special days such as Ground Hog Day, Valentine’s Day, Presidents Day and, of course, a day set aside for the Super Bowl, it’s also a month in which we receive our W-2’s, 1099’s and tax forms. Just a reminder that income tax season has arrived, bringing with it bitter-sweet moments.

Superior 4H shoots at state

SUPERIOR – The Superior 4H Shooting Sports Team hit the bull’s-eye at the State Tournament last week as a number of students took high places in the archery and rifle competitions.

E-recycling comes to Sanders County

THOMPSON FALLS – Piles of old computers, unused keyboards and televisions covered the ground as the Sanders County community participated in a e-recycling event, getting rid of old, unneeded electronics.

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.

Made in Montana initiative begins

Spicing up the new year

ALBERTON – The River Edge Steakhouse was filled with an assortment of aromas New Year’s Day as chilies simmered away at the resort’s second annual chili cook-off.

Superior Bobcats meet the competition in Ronan

Noxon and Hot Springs both overcome adversity

NOXON – The Lady Savage Heat traveled across the county to compete against their rivals on the west end coming face to face with the Noxon Lady Red Devils on Thursday, February 6.

Plains football coach proud of team effort

PLAINS – The Plains Horsemen football team put up a good fight but fell short to the Bigfork Vikings 54-14.

FWP releases regional figures for second week of hunting