Locals provide hand sanitizer for first responders

What do you get when you cross a butterfly and a bottle of hooch? Hand sanitizer, of course, and lots of it!

High school student talks with CIA Director

Not many high school juniors get the opportunity to tour the nation’s capitol and speak with former CIA directors, however that is exactly the chance offered Cody White of Thompson Falls High School.

Cats post wins, move to 2-2

After four games the Superior Bobcats are starting to find out their identity as a basketball team, and after last weekend they should like what they see.

Unsung heroes

[Editor’s note: The following essay submitted by Plains High School student Rebecca Madden was selected as the winner of the 2017 Valley Press Reporter Contest.]

Science fair held in Hot Springs

HOT SPRINGS - Wednesday night in the Hot Springs School multipurpose room, students from kindergarten to sixth grade showcased a month’s worth of scientific investigations and exploration to their parents, teachers and fellow classmates.  

Interview with God

Obituary; Joseph Caligiuri

God gave us Joe Caligiuri on March 28, 1951 and on June 19, 2015 he called him home to ride in Heaven’s pack.(FTW and Ride it like you stole it.) An unfortunate sudden heart attack took our Shifty, Hippie, Biker friend from us all way to soon. That’s just the way it is, baby. Born to Peter Caligiuri and Alice Nahm Caligiuri, Joe was raised in Columbus, Ohio before serving a tour in Vietnam with the U.S. Army. Throughout his life, Joe was many things to many people - son, husband, father, brother, grandpa and friend/brother. And what we all knew was that underneath the long hair, great mustache and crazy tattoos, Joe had a heart of gold and enough love to go around. He was there when we needed him, armed with a big smile, a quick joke, and a helping hand to those in need. Joe was protective, generous, thoughtful, funny, caring, loving and well... a little crazy. A great carpenter, he was also a Meals on Wheels volunteer for twelve years. Preceded in death by his parents, father-in-law Lars, and too many “great brothers”. He is survived by his wife Bernice, sons - Pete (Casey), Evan (Jenn), and Shane and three beautiful and amazing grandchildren - Kassidy (9), Shawn (8) and Emma (6) and “just waiting for the next one!” Survivors also include sisters - Gloria (Bob) and Terie and brothers Gary (Park Ranger), Johnie (Belinda), Dominic, Mike and Vincent and of course, mother-in-law Viola and many nieces and nephews. We’re going to miss you, Joe. Honey, I will love you forever, miss you until we meet again, and there will never be anyone twenty four-seven like you. See you on the other side. What a sucker for animals, just don’t push it! While Vinnie and Dyna are kind of blue, I know that Paulie and Angel were there to meet you. A memorial will follow at a later date - likely September. Memorial ride details...later. Sorry for any miscommunication on the viewing and advertising. 10 - 4... Over and Out.

Primary season begins

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Basketball clinic aims to prepare area youths

PLAINS - The high school in Plains played host to a basketball clinic last week put on by former college level players from the Zootown Academy based in Missoula. Basketball players of all ages from Hot Springs, Thompson Falls and Plains gathered to learn what it takes to perform at the next level.

Forest Service to repair damaged road

MINERAL COUNTY – A damaged culvert north of St. Regis on Forest Service land is posing a hazard to the public and a F.S. representative expressed their desire to repair the structure before county commissioners on Friday, Aug. 22 at the commissioner’s annual meeting.

Commissioners decide on two projects for FAA money

County commissioners voted last Wednesday to move forward with two projects that would continue to improve the county’s airport. Several projects were discussed, but the commissioners chose to go forward with an AWOS weather system and a revenue generating hanger and to submit them for them for the 2011 Federal Aviation Administration grant money and the state for five percent match money.

Master plan in action

Hot Springs Park and Recreation Board plan to revamp city park

The newly formed Hot Springs Parks and Recreation Board held their first meeting on Tuesday, May 18 to begin discussions on plans for the city park.

Thompson Falls Market opening day launches new programs

The second season of the Thompson Falls Market launches this weekend, Saturday, June 27th from 9:00am-1:00pm on the west lot of the Falls Motel. With the success of 2008 season, the market coordinators have added new elements to the event that embraces a live local theme.

Students place in top ten at BPA Nationals

The seven Superior Business Professional of America students weren't sure if they were going to get enough money to go to the BPA National Conference, but from May 6 through May 13, the students were in Anaheim, California, thanks to the support of the community.

Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce takes stock of events

HOT SPRINGS- The Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce monthly meeting took place at Fergie’s Pub on Tuesday to discuss previous and future events in the community. Five members of the committee took turns talking about what worked in the past and what needed to be done concerning upcoming events to increase the likelihood of success.

Questions raised over Balenger's use of vehicle while on leave

Mineral County Undersheriff Mike Boone was present at a regular meeting of the Mineral County Commissioners Dec. 12 to field questions regarding the paid administrative leave of Jim Balenger.

Local candidates sound off at forum

Sanders County residents had a chance to listen, ask and talk with multiple candidates running for local and state seats last week.

Reject moderates

I am very concerned about people who believe that a “moderate” is an ideal choice.

Pumpkin Auction raises $7,500

What started out as a way for fellow employees to help each other has now turned into a several thousand dollar annual event.

Legals for May, 4 2022