Containment of Niarada fire increases

Western Montana wildfire managers on Monday warned that activity could ramp up again with dangerous weather conditions on tap this week.

Tribes to hold surplus bison auction

The Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes will be conducting a capture event in October at the CSKT Bison Range to pull surplus bison as a means to keep genetic diversity high and capacity within Bison Range long-term goal for the remaining herd.

Sanders County residents offer insight into 1915 rock carving

It didn’t take long for some important clues to roll in concerning the mystery of who John Crossen was, and why did he pause to carve his name in a rock on a ranch north of Plains more than a century ago.

Fall prep sports ramp up this month

This is why some people leave outdoor Christmas lights up year-round.

Maryland hospitality company buys Chico Hot Springs for $33 million

DiamondRock Hospitality Company announced Wednesday that it has purchased Chico Hot Springs Resort in the Paradise Valley for $33 million.

Northwest Montana enters Stage 2 fire restrictions

Much of Northwest Montana is under Stage 2 fire restrictions that ban campfires as severe drought conditions have expanded, bringing extreme fire danger to the entire region, fire managers said Friday.

Rainfall slows growth on Niarada Fire

Fire crews made progress over the weekend on containment lines around the Niarada Fire west of Elmo thanks to below normal temperatures and some much-needed rainfall.

Man accused of starting Gravel Pit Fire charged with arson

A homeless man living out of a van is accused of starting the Gravel Pit Fire in the Fisher River Valley east of Libby on Aug. 1.

Union ratifies new contract with Logan Health

Service Employees International Union 1199NW has ratified a new contract with Logan Health, which union representatives say raises wages by 20% over the next two years, including 11.5% upon ratification.

Plains resident looks to solve rock carving mystery

It’s an intriguing question that Plains area resident Ed Farmer would love to solve.

Wildfire races across Montana 28 at Niarada

A wildfire west of Elmo raced across Montana 28 on Sunday, leaving a scorched swath of 5,000 acres in its wake.

Delivering income and property tax relief

As I meet with Montanans in every corner of our state, I hear the same concern often — taxes are too high. And they’re right. Taxes are too high and need to be reined in.

Plains welcomes new school superintendent; board reviews bus contract

Plains School Board of Trustees welcomed the new District No. 1 Superintendent Dr. Kathleen Walsh during their July meeting.

Plains event focuses on family heritage

Families and friends filled Fred Young Park in Plains in celebration of pioneer heritage on Saturday.

Blindfolded side-by-side racers find their way on Thompson Falls course

Thompson Falls Clark Ford Valley Elks Lodge #2757 sponsored the second annual Blindfold Side-by-Side event on a sweltering hot Saturday, this past weekend.

3-on-3 tourney draws hundreds of hoopers

you are a died-in-the-wool basketball fan, this may have made you think you had passed and gone to hoop heaven.

Perma bridge work begins this week

The Montana Department of Transportation and Frontier West expect to begin work rehabilitating the Perma bridge over the Flathead River on July 24.

Legals for July, 26 2023

Passport in Time, YCC volunteers visit Savenac Nursery

Keeping the Savenac Nursery in Haugan in pristine condition comes mostly from volunteers, with the bulk of help from Passport in Time.

PHOTO: Pioneer celebration dinner at Plains

The community is invited to a free dinner that will be taking place at Plains Fred Young Park, July 22, from 5:30 – 8:30, in celebration of our pioneer heritage.