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October 11, 2017 12:51 p.m.

Golf tournament helps pay for local medical needs annual tournament

The Mineral County Medical Foundation hosted their 35th Annual Golf Tournament at the Trestle Creek Golf Course on Sept. 30. There were 11 teams that participated in the Foundation’s largest fundraiser, with players from Mineral County and Missoula.

Lloyd Byron Redmond
October 11, 2017 3 a.m.

Lloyd Byron Redmond

Lloyd Byron Redmond passed away suddenly at his home Sunday, Oct. 1, 2017. He was born April 24, 1941 in Enderlin, N.D. to Jesse and Lucille (Henderson) Redmond.

October 4, 2017 12:39 p.m.

Thompson Falls High School helps students 'reach higher'

Montana students are encouraged to “reach higher” in their post secondary education, and Thompson Falls High School is aiming to help local students get there.

Montana Aussie adventures with Erin-Jay
October 4, 2017 12:39 p.m.

Montana Aussie adventures with Erin-Jay

Another week of cooler weather has welcomed us here in Sanders County, and though I may already be cold, I love the fall weather.

October 4, 2017 12:39 p.m.

Highlighting survivors: Cheri Minemyer

Just like millions around the world, Cheri Minemyer knows first hand the emotions of being told she has breast cancer.

Horsemen can't hold off Charlo at home
October 4, 2017 12:38 p.m.

Horsemen can't hold off Charlo at home

It wasn’t the game the Plains Horsemen were hoping for as they head into their homecoming week.

October 4, 2017 12:37 p.m.

Hospital recognized for cardiac care

The Sanders County Clark Fork Valley Hospital was recognized recently at the Cardiac and Stroke Awards in Billings Montana.

Kinder Kareer Day at Plains School
October 4, 2017 12:37 p.m.

Kinder Kareer Day at Plains School

Plains School came alive last Friday as two kindergarten classes indulged into career day, learning about different community helpers.

Flat Creek superfund site nears completion
October 4, 2017 4 a.m.

Flat Creek superfund site nears completion

After nearly 15 years the Flat Creek-Iron Mountain Mine superfund cleanup site is coming to an end. A handful of local residents, along with personnel from the Department of Environmental Quality, Forest Service, and Environmental Protection Agency gathered for a site tour on Wed. Sept. 27. With weather permitting, they hope to have this phase of the cleanup completed by mid-November.

Verizon to continue to offer service across state
October 4, 2017 4 a.m.

Verizon to continue to offer service across state

Montana’s congressional delegation successfully defended Montanans from Verizon’s attempt to terminate contracts.

Thomas 'Tommy' 'Tom' Henry McCrea, 97
October 2, 2017 1:13 p.m.

Thomas 'Tommy' 'Tom' Henry McCrea, 97

Thomas “Tommy” “Tom” Henry McCrea, 97, a dedicated husband, father, farmer, cowboy, rancher, jig and square dancer, and storyteller, went to be with the Lord on Monday, Sept. 18, 2017 in Plains, Montana.

DeBorgia home 'luckily' saved from chimney fire
September 27, 2017 9:18 a.m.

DeBorgia home 'luckily' saved from chimney fire

A chimney fire threatened to burn down a DeBorgia retired couple’s home Friday, Sept. 22. The West-End Volunteer Fire Department responded at 10:30 p.m. and doused the flames before they could consume the home.

St. Regis School closed briefly after bomb threat
September 27, 2017 9:17 a.m.

St. Regis School closed briefly after bomb threat

ST. REGIS — Teachers and students at St. Regis School were evacuated on Wednesday, Sept. 20 at 4:20 p.m. due to a bomb threat. According to Superintendent Joe Steele, the threat was made on a written note and left in the locker room. A student found it in a locker while changing out for football and alerted administration.

September 27, 2017 4:50 a.m.

Legals September 27, 2017

The Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation Twin 40's Fire Salvage Timber Permit INVITATION TO RE-BID The Plains Unit, of the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation, is offering sawtimber for bid. Location of the permit area is approximately 33 air miles north of Plains, MT, on Section 14, T25N, R27W. An estimated 850 tons (145 MBF) of sawtimber is offered for sale to the highest bidder. Sealed bids will be accepted at the Plains Office until 2:00 P.M., Thursday, October 12, 2017. Bids will be opened and the award made at the Plains Office at that time. Permit Prospectus, Bid Forms, and other pertinent information regarding terms and requirements of the purchaser, are only available at the Plains Unit Office. Please contact; Dale Peters Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation P.O. Box 219 Plains, Montana 59859 telephone (406) 826-4722 email dpeters@mt.gov Published in the Clark Fork Valley Press on September 20 and September 27, 2017. MNAXLP

Sheep Gap Fire still burning, makes run towards Plains
September 21, 2017 6:56 p.m.

Sheep Gap Fire still burning, makes run towards Plains

Sheep Gap fire made a run for the town last week, but thanks to quick thinking from fire fighters and the Sheriffs Department no one was hurt.

4-H riders prepare for State Horse Show
September 21, 2017 6:56 p.m.

4-H riders prepare for State Horse Show

Laura Bakker made the trip from Missoula to help local county riders prepare for their state show appearance in Lewistown later in the week.

Health nurse receives prestigious award
September 19, 2017 12:50 p.m.

Health nurse receives prestigious award

At last week’s Healthy Communities Coalition meeting, Mineral County Public Health Nurse, Barb Jasper, was in for a surprise when she received a congratulatory cake and announcement that she has been awarded the 2017 Montana Public Health Association’s Exemplary Service Award for the region.

Homecoming spirit invades Superior
September 19, 2017 12:49 p.m.

Homecoming spirit invades Superior

It was homecoming for Superior last week with daily fun leading up to the culmination of a parade and football game on Friday, Sept. 15. Students were asked to dress up each day starting with Dynamic Duo on Monday, Patriotic Day on Tuesday, Wednesday was Color Day and Thursday was Camouflage Day and Friday was Spirit Day.

Montana Aussie Adventures with Erin-Jay
September 14, 2017 7:34 p.m.

Montana Aussie Adventures with Erin-Jay

Well, I have survived my first Sanders County Fair and what a fair it was.

September 14, 2017 7:34 p.m.

Sanders County Commissioners activate emergency fund

The Sanders County Commissioners invoked the emergency fund for the county so money is available to be distributed where needed.