Man charged with animal cruelty appears in Sanders County court

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PBA makes 2017 plans

The Plains Business Association (PBA) met for its annual strategic planning for 2017 last week. Approximately 20 business owners met Tuesday Jan. 24 at 7:00 p.m. to discuss what will be kept, changed, or added this year. The board retained many of its officers from last year and is looking for one member. There were three presentations during the meeting, one by Kenton Pies, one by Karen Thorson, and the third was from John Thorson.

Tulloch leads Plains at Mission Invite

For local high school cross country runners, the recent Mission Invitational meet in St. Ignatius was a chance for the concept of quality over quantity to shine.

Applicants sought for Mineral County RAC

SUPERIOR –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. RAC positions are unpaid but members can be reimbursed for travel. Funding and administration for Mineral County RAC projects are provided under the authority of the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self Determination Act.

Commissioners discuss trailer removal and Forest Service

SUPERIOR – During their weekly meeting, the Mineral County Commissioners resolved the ownership of an abandoned trailer and got an update on getting in touch with the Regional Forester’s office.

Sprouting their own forest

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Elks, Sheriff team up to prevent drug abuse

THOMPSON FALLS – The Thompson Falls Elks Lodge teamed up with the Sanders County Sheriff’s Office for a spaghetti dinner and update on the county’s drug enforcement and awareness.

February 2 is Groundhog Day

Groundhog Day is celebrated in the United States each year on Feb. 2. Tradition says that on this day the groundhog awakens from its long winter’s nap, and goes outside of his den to see if he sees his shadow.

Legals for January, 24 2024

Environmental groups urge reduction of plastics in garbage

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Four-day hoops camp held in Thompson Falls

It was hard to tell who was having a better time and liking basketball more at the Thompson Falls Basketball Camp this past week, the more than 100 kids or the staff of former Blue Hawks players.

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Edward John Chaberek

Local veterans help wrap up history unit

PLAINS – Just in time for Veterans Day, two junior high classes at Plains Public Schools dedicated their time to learn more about local veterans in the area.

Big Sky Health designed to answer concerns

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College cyclists pass through Paradise

PARADISE – An enterprising group of young college students stopped in Paradise last week as they continued their bicycle trek across the nation.

ALC works to put public land in the states control

SUPERIOR – At a December 12 meeting, the County Commissioners and members of the public learned about the issues, which surround federal versus state public land and how it affects Montana residents.

Kids become everyday heroes

SUPERIOR – A group of kids recently took on the goal of improving the Superior community by providing a positive experience to anyone who is interested.

Diabetes awareness fun run to be held in Plains

On Saturday, May 9 there will be an event at the Sanders County Fairgrounds to raise awareness for diabetes and ways to prevent Type 2 diabetes.