Legals for April, 24 2024

Veto override push on long-debated marijuana money bill falls short

A veto override effort on a much-debated marijuana revenue bill that initially passed the Montana Legislature with overwhelming bipartisan support last year has failed, according to poll results released Friday afternoon.

Lincoln County jury finds Montana Highway Patrol trooper's assailant guilty on all counts

A Lincoln County jury found the Eureka man accused of trying to kill Montana Highway Patrol Trooper Lewis Johnson in 2023 guilty on all counts Friday afternoon.

Mack Days angler lands, releases bull trout

Spring Mack Days, sponsored by the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes and sanctioned by Montana Fish, Wildlife, and Parks, is moving into week number six in the nine-week long event. Entries continue to be taken until 3 p.m. Saturday, May 11.

Thompson Falls mayor attempts to rein in public comment

Tensions were high during April’s Thompson Falls City Council meeting from the onset.

What is the right to know, and why should you care?

Did you know that you have a constitutional right to know?

Mack Days anglers lauded as relentless

How to describe those anglers who put in countless hours, dollars, sweat, and a little bit of blood out on Flathead Lake during the Mack Days fishing events? They are the best of the best when it comes to lake trout fishing, a sport that they love.

COLUMN: Iron Mike back in the ring

Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the arena, Tyson is being served.

High school soccer coming to Thompson Falls and Plains

The sport, often described as the number one spectator sport in the world based on the number of fans who watch and follow it across the globe, is coming to Sanders County and beyond this fall as a high school sport.

Crescent Ridge ramps up for spring produce

From being a fisheries biologist to a commercial farmer, Michael Davidson has enjoyed the journey immensely.

Auction draws bidders and lookers to Superior

At best count, 205 vehicles lined the sides of the Cyr Iron Mountain Road from Quartz Road past the Mineral Country Shooting Sports Associations building about 8 miles east of Superior.

Spring break for a cause: Florida woman organizes clothing drive for Superior thrift

Spring break for college students is typically mid to late March. For the most part, it’s the disreputable week of jet-setting to warm weather locations, for young adults to decompress from their bookwork by engaging in some risky and questionable behavior.

Raymond Leo Middleton, 76

Raymond Leo Middleton, 76

Lady Hawks take on top softball teams at Missoula tourney

A couple of things are certain about the Thompson Falls softball team.

Lady Cats tennis back on the court

For tennis fans in Superior and around the area, it was a welcome site indeed.

Trotters softball faces top opponents

It was a tough week for the young Plains Trotters softball team.

Classical concert planned for Saturday in Superior

For over 33 years, the Piatigorsky Foundation’s commitment to artistic excellence and public outreach has fascinated many avid concert goers as well as curious first timers.

Thompson Falls resident Rod Knutson speaks about his time as a POW

“I’m very proud to be an American and proud of my performance there.” That's how Capt. Rodney (Rod) Knutson (Ret) describes his devotion to his country and those he served with during the seven and half years as a prisoner of war in North Vietnam.

Plains Council won't support revote on road levy

Plains Town Council at its April meeting unanimously voted to delay a road district ballot levy scheduled for this year.

Dale Miller

Dale “Butch” Miller