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Community Notes
The final community pot luck will be held in the 4-H Building at the Mineral County Fair Grounds starting at 6 p.m. on Saturday, March 10. There will also be a speaker with a 25-30 minute program of interest. Coffee and lemonade will be provided along with the plates, napkins and utensils.
Montana Aussie Adventures with Erin-Jay
I now understand the reason for 4x4 in Montana for winter… and needless to say if nothing else I can always laugh at my latest adventure.
The sixth-grade rivalry
“I Love to Read Month” is not only the highlight of the year for students who love to crack open a book or two; for some it has shown to be fiercely competitive. Even as far back as when I was in the sixth grade, both classes were striving for the overall win.
4-H Communications day pulls in nearly 100 participants
Sanders County’s 4-H kids got together over the weekend at both Thompson Falls and Hot Springs high schools for the annual Communications Days contest.
Quilter Guild gives homeowners comfort
The Cabin Fever Quilters Guild presented the Cielke family of Haugan with a keepsake quilt last week.
Bighorns make the move to Plains
The Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks recently helped boost numbers of the local bighorn sheep herd in Plains.
Telemedicine brings specialists to Mineral County care
Bringing quality specialists to rural communities is difficult when dealing with the high costs that are found in some areas of medicine such as psychiatry and cardiology and strokes.
Sewer system needs proper care to run efficiently
Alberton officials have warned that residents may be flushing their money down the drain — not literally, but close enough!
St. Regis School not going to four-day week
Local Facebook activity blew up after the St. Regis School Board meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 21, when parents incorrectly thought the school had voted to implement a four-day school week.
Alberton principal put on administrative leave
Last week, the Alberton School’s principal, Kyle Fisher, was put on administrative leave for an indefinite amount of time. Superintendent Steve Picard said the investigation into allegations against Fisher were to be completed on Monday, Feb. 26, and he should be able to release a more complete report early this week.
Two homes lost to fires in two months
Two house fires hit the west end of Mineral County within weeks of each other. Near Haugan, Ruschel Sage and Todd Oatman’s new home burned to the ground on Jan. 21. Nearly a month later, on Feb. 19, Shawn and Amy Cielke’s home also burned and was completely destroyed.
Lady Tigers, Clark Fork Boys, take third in Districts
The St. Regis Lady Tigers entered District tournament play with a 9-9 regular season and managed to make their way up the brackets to finish third place in Pablo. During a Thursday, Feb. 15, game against Noxon the Tigers won 36-27.
Daines stops in Superior, but last-minute schedule change leaves some folks miffed
By KATHLEEN WOODFORD
Common sense solution
Just what is the common sense solution to stopping the killing of children in our public schools regardless of the weapon used?
Plains pets get some swagger
Local cats and dogs can now get some serious swagger about their looks with the recent grand opening of Wagn Tails pet grooming.
Plains Trap Club gears up for annual Turkey Shoot
The Plains Trap Club is in full swing with their winter league, and shooters are getting geared up for the annual Turkey Shoot.
Winter fun for Sanders County snowmobilers
The Cabinet Ridge Riders had a snow packed fun day at their recent poker run event in Trout Creek.
Riding with Montana Highway Patrol
Last week offered an eye-opener as I rode along with Montana Highway Patrol Trooper Steve Spurr. What began as a brisk day turned into a wider look into what troopers do on a long shift around Sanders County.
Hot Springs students get 'ghosted'
Sometimes the best way to learn good judgment when faced with peer pressure is using the shock factor. This is what the JMG students of Hot Springs High School have done for their “Ghost Out” event.
Local scholarships now available
Two local scholarships are now available for graduates in Sanders County, including one from Scotchman Peaks Wilderness and another from the Bob Marshall Music Fesvial.