Methodist church holds bazaar for the holidays

We Care Foundation holds annual fundraiser

SUPERIOR – Autumn was heralded into Superior on Saturday during the fourth annual We Care Foundation Fall Festival fundraiser at the gym of the old schoolhouse.

Superior man pleads guilty to assaulting teen at county fair

A Superior Army veteran accused of assaulting a teenage boy at the Mineral County Fair and Rodeo more than a year ago because the youth didn’t remove his hat during the national anthem has pleaded guilty.

Olin “Wayne” Rose

Olin “Wayne” Rose rode off into his final sunset in Superior, Montana, on Friday, May 28, 2021

Cabin Fever Quilters Guild breaks its own record

While Paris was hosting the 2024 Olympics, records were being broken at the Mineral County Cabin Fever Quilters 23rd Annual Quilt Show.

Edwin James (Jim) Freer

Jim was born June 17, 1940, in Kalispell, Montana, the son of Edwin Russell Freer and Margaret Picha.

Garry Joe Kane

He stayed at home from that time until his death with short hospital stays as he was taken care of by his sister, Ramona.

Track season off and running this weekend

Spring sports fans, cinch up the Velcro, tighten up your wigs and dust off your running shoes.

Ranger reports on USFS personnel changes, timber sales

There have been several personnel changes within the Superior Ranger District recently, reported District Ranger, Carole Johnson at a recent Mineral County commissioners meeting.

Pioneer bus a Mineral County asset

The Pioneer Council provides transportation to your friends, family and neighbors in Mineral County more often than most people realize. Besides the five scheduled trips to Missoula each month, The Pioneer bus is also going to Plains, and from Saltese to Superior and back.

Mineral County Community Foundation gives scholarships

Three graduating seniors from Mineral County high schools have been chosen to receive college scholarships. To qualify a graduate must submit an application which is reviewed by the MCCF Board. Selections are made based on five factors; (1) community service, (2) leadership qualities, (3) scholastic achievement, (4) extracurricular activities and (5) overall character.

Cookies by the pound . . . Worth their weight in sugary delight

There were plenty of holiday delights at the annual Mineral County Public Library Fundraiser Christmas Bazaar last Saturday. The Superior Elementary gym was filled with Christmas music, thanks to Bear from the Nightliners band, as well as Patsy Foote and George Regan.

Sunrise Fire 90 percent contained

The Sunrise Fire which swept across the mountains 11 miles east of Superior is finally 90 percent contained as of September 1. Almost all residents have been able to return to their homes except those in the Quartz Creek area.

Mineral Community Hospital looks to the future

SUPERIOR – The new chief executive officer at Mineral Community Hospital may have only been on the job for a few months but he and the rest of the staff are already well into reshaping the facility on numerous fronts.

Living by the Girl Scout Law: The tradition continues

“On my honor, I will try: to serve God and my country, to help people at all times, and to live by the Girl Scout Law.”

Savage Heat roll through weekend

HOT SPRINGS – The Savage Heat improved to 4-2 on the year after a big home win over the Seeley-Swan Blackhawks.   

Mineral County BPA teams celebrate victory

MINERAL COUNTY – Mineral County Business Professionals of America teams returned to Alberton, Superior and St. Regis last week after displaying their skills and talents for the judges at the regional BPA competition in Missoula.

Lady Cats gear up for basketball season

Mineral County teams see more action

MINERAL COUNTY – Mineral county boys’ and girls’ basketball teams were busy last week, mostly on the road.

Health care workers of tomorrow visit MCH

SUPERIOR – The potential next generation of health care workers took a tour of the Mineral Community Hospital last week to see what they may be in for if they decide to pursue a career in a growing field that needs qualified employees.