Keeping in touch with Rep. Pat Ingraham

On Monday, January 28th, State Administration will be hearing House Bill (HB) 214.  This bill will require that the POW/MIA Flag be displayed with the flag of the United States of America at the State Capitol, any building that serves as the location of a state district court, any building that serves as the location of a city or town hall for an incorporated city or town and any building that serves as the main administrative building of a county.

Art to fill Paradise School

PARADISE – The hallways of Paradise Elementary School will be filled once again, but this time it won’t be with students.  

Community foundation presents updates

Grant Program donates $35,000 to Mineral County non-profits over seven-year period

Applicants, projects sought for County Resource Advisory Committee

Mineral County and Forest Service officials are soliciting applications from individuals to fill several positions on the Mineral County Resource Advisory Committee (RAC). The committee is responsible for making recommendations on projects that provide benefit to Forest Service land within Mineral County. Funding and administration for Mineral County RAC projects are provided under the authority of the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self Determination Act.

Mineral County Community Calendar - Nov. 20

Road to Recovery

Mineral County Community Calendar - Nov. 13

Road to Recovery

Court order pauses Montana wolf hunts

A Lewis and Clark County District Court judge on Tuesday granted a temporary restraining order truncating the size and scope of wolf hunting season in response to a motion filed last week by conservation groups.

Mineral County Community Calendar - Dec. 11

Road to Recovery

Historical society collecting recipes for new publication

The Sanders County Historical Society is publishing a book of traditional recipes and photos, a project members say will explore the unique link between food and history in the region.

Legals for January, 31 2024

Legals for March, 13 2024

Legals October 17, 2018

NOTICE OF SALE GOOD NEIGHBOR AUTHORITY Department of Natural Resources & Conservation Timber Sale The GNA Elk Gem Timber Sale is located within Sections 11, 12, 13, 14, 24, T25N - R34W on the Kootenai National Forest. Approximately 16,468 tons, consisting of mixed conifer sawlogs, are offered for sale. Sealed bids will be opened at the Department of Natural Resources & Conservation, 2705 Spurgin Road, Missoula, Montana on (October 26, 2018; 2:00 pm). Bids may be hand delivered or mailed and will be accepted any time prior to the bid opening. DNRC recommends that bidders contact the Forestry Division (406-542-4300) prior to the bid opening to ensure that your bid has been received. Bids must be accompanied by a deposit of ($11,105.00), representing 5% of the minimum bid value of the sale in cashier's check, certified check, bank money order or bank draft to be applied to the first sale invoice for the successful bidder. Bid bonds will be accepted and, for the successful bidder, will be closed upon execution of the Timber Sale Contract and Timber Sale Bond. The sale will be awarded to the highest responsible bidder. If the successful bidder is unable to execute the contract within 30 calendar days from the date the sale is awarded, the bid deposit will be retained by the Department as liquidated damages. The right is reserved to reject any or all bids. Prospective bidders can obtain the sale prospectus, sale contract and bid forms from the Department of Natural Resources & Conservation, Forestry Division, in Missoula (406-542-4300) the Northwestern Land Office in Kalispell (406-751-2240), the Libby Unit office located in Libby, (406-293-2711), or the Plains Unit Office located Plains (406-826-4725). Visit our website at http://dnrc.mt.gov/divisions/forestry/forestry-assistance/good-neighbor-authority-current-timber-sales for upcoming sales and bid results. Published in the Clark Fork Valley Press on September 26 and October 3, October 10 and October 17, 2018. MNAXLP

Clark Fork Valley League revamps

PLAINS - Matt Feliska, the new president of the Clark Fork Valley League, has big plans and is trying to create, in his eyes, a better Cal Ripken and Babe Ruth Baseball League.

Locals come together

PARADISE – Paradise School, which closed its doors in May 2013 due to an inadequate number of students, has potential for a second life. A group of interested individuals from Paradise and Plains have formed the Paradise School Preservation Committee. Their vision is to create a visitor center, arts center and community center in the century old historic building. The multi-use facility would serve the potential for creating economic opportunity within the community and Sanders County.

Diabetes Month increases awareness

Attention, awareness and education about diabetes is always at the forefront, but this month special attention was given to the diabetes as November serves as National Diabetes Month.

Comments sought on hunting and fishing license fee increases, land and water control; An update from Senator Fielder

Last week the legislative interim committees I am assigned to held three days of public hearings on a number of environmental issues including Montana Fish Wildlife and Parks’ (FWP) proposal to increase hunting and fishing license fees, ongoing analysis of the Confederated Salish & Kootenai Tribes (CSKT) Water Compact, the United States Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) new rule seeking increased federal control over state waters,  and a draft report on SJ-15 Montana’s study of federal land management.

Heppe honored by County Library

Feb. 29, the Mineral County Library hosted a Volunteers Appreciation Day in recognition of those whose selfless efforts make the library run smoothly.

Heppe honored by County Library

Feb. 29, the Mineral County Library hosted a Volunteers Appreciation Day in recognition of those whose selfless efforts make the library run smoothly.

County Community Development meeting wrap

Sanders County Community Development Corporation met on Tuesday, September 22nd in Hot Springs. The board approved the budget which included stronger financial support from the county.

Legals for July, 31 2024