MDT proposes roadway safety improvements from Thompson Falls to Perma

PLAINS - The Montana Department of Transportation would like to notify the public and seek comments on a proposal regarding the following roadway safety improvements on State Primary Route 6/MT 200 from Thompson Falls to Perma in Sanders County:

Montana DOT proposes bridge repair on Highway 135

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is conducting a public meeting to discuss a proposal to repair the bridge deck on the bridge crossing the Clark Fork on Montana 135 between Saint Regis and Paradise.

Pawsitive outcome for missing dog search

On Monday, March 3, a 2005 Honda Civic was reported stolen in Missoula. After a cross-county and state border hopping chase, the 34-year-old suspect was finally apprehended in Kootenai County, Idaho.

PHOTOS: Meat processors convention visits Superior Meats

Two busloads from the Montana Meat Processors Association state convention in Missoula were treated to a field trip to witness how Jerry Stroot and his team processes approximately 1.3 million pounds of meat every year. Superior Meats signature 20-hour roasted pig served almost 100 attendees’ lunch on Thursday. (Monte Turner/Mineral Independent)

Legals for December, 9 2020

Legals for December, 2 2020

Forest seeks to bury power lines at Quartz Campground

The Superior Ranger District is asking for public feedback on the proposed Missoula Electric Cooperative Quartz Campground Project located along Interstate 90 on Forest Service lands in Mineral County.

Mineral County suffers power outage due to storm

Strong winds, rain and hail descended on Mineral County on Friday, April 7, knocking power out in the county from Alberton to Lookout Pass.

Valley Press brings home eight MNA awards

The Clark Fork Valley Press recently brought home eight awards from the Montana Newspaper Association banquet hosted in Missoula.

Mack Days: Perfect weather for opening weekend

The 2024 Spring Mack Days on Flathead Lake, sponsored by the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes and sanctioned by Montana Fish, Wildlife, and Parks, began Thursday, March 14, and wrap up May 11.

Riverdogs rebound with 2 road wins

The Dogs are back in the hunt.

Superior starts season strong

Boys finish third; girls finish in eighth

Panthers all improve at Seeley Invite

There were sunny skies and high temperatures at the Seeley-Swan Invitational Track Meet at Big Sky High School in Missoula Saturday and Mineral County’s track teams used them to their full advantage.

Air ambulance charges can reach $100,000

Emergency response in rural areas raises the question: How much is a life worth?

Obituary; Robert (Bob) Kinney

Robert (Bob) Kinney, 70, of Superior passed away August 23, 2014 at St. Patrick Hospital with his family by his side. Bob was born to Russell and Wilma Kinney on March 9, 1944 in Salt Lake City, Utah. Bob graduated from Missoula County High School in 1962. As a high school basketball player, he was a shooting guard for Lou Rocheleau’s Sentinel Spartans as they ran up a 54-game winning streak enroute to becoming the 1962 Class AA State Champions. Four years later, Bob earned a Bachelor’s of Science in Education - Mathematics/Health Sciences from the University of Montana in 1966. In that same year, he married Beatrice Lefler Schatz and they moved to Superior where he taught Mathematics, Social Sciences and Health Enhancement and coached wrestling and football until his retirement in 2000.

Undefeated Loyola routs Blue Hawks

There was a whole lotta “Heart-Breaking” going on last week on the basketball court at Thompson Falls.

Corinne “Keenie” Cone Christopher

Corinne "Keenie" Cone Christopher of Polson, was gifted from heaven January 23, 1936 in Plains to George and Frances Cone along with big brother, Wyatt. Followed by baby brother, Clancy. She married the love of her life, Richard J. Christopher, from Great Falls on June 15, 1957. Serendipity moved them to Polson in June 1963 where they began a legacy at Hubbard's Pharmacy, later renamed Harbour Pharmacy. After 45 years of service to the community, Keenie and Dick retired to their garden and church in 1999. She is survived by her life work, four children. Kim presides over the Twentieth Judicial District; Jeff practices Physical Therapy at St. Joseph's Hospital; Courtney teaches Art at Hellgate High School in Missoula; Tiara shared her mother's love of family and nurtures the extended family Dick and Keenie created. Kim has three boys, Nick in San Diego, Remington and Isaac. Jeff married Julie Smith and has two girls, Bryn and Jacey. Courtney enjoys his daughter Kaleigh. Tiara married Dr. Justin L Knowles and lives in Missoula with their sons, Roman, Ramsey and Christian. Most of Keenie's activities have been God-centered and children-oriented. A fountain of unconditional love she benefited every life she touched. Keenie brought joy to her interests in Community Concert, the Bell and Choral Choirs with Presbyterian Church, PEO and bridge. She will be dearly missed; few lives have benefited so many others. She is also survived by her brothers, Clancy Cone, MD and his wife Bev and Wyatt Cone, PhD and his wife Vera and numerous nieces and nephews. Keenie passed away on July 18, 2008 at 5:50 a.m. in Polson. The celebration of her life will be at the First Presbyterian Church, 301 — 4th Ave. E. Polson at 10:30 a.m. on Friday July 25, 2008. Arrangements are being made through Grogan Funeral Home, 883-2808. Donations may be made to the First Presbyterian Copeland Memorial Ringers.

Horsemen, Trotters track showcases talent

Plains track star Jessica Thompson has solidified Plains’ reputation as having some of the top throwers in the state as the two-time state champion placed first in the shot put, fourth in the discus and didn’t qualify in the javelin at the Missoula Top-10 Tuesday afternoon at MCPS Stadium in Missoula.

Legals January 18, 2017

NOTICE OF SALE Department of Natural Resources & Conservation Timber Sale The Lower Calico Fire Salvage Timber Sale is located within Sections 4 and 10, T22N-R27W on the State's Plains Unit. Approximately 9,020 tons, consisting of mixed conifer sawlogs, are offered for sale. Sealed bids will be opened at the Department of Natural Resources & Conservation, 2705 Spurgin Road, Missoula, Montana on January 27, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. Bids may be hand delivered or mailed and will be accepted any time prior to the bid opening. DNRC recommends that bidders contact the Trust Land Management Division (406-542-4300) prior to the bid opening to ensure that your bid has been received. Bids must be accompanied by a deposit of $5,913.00, representing 5% of the minimum bid value of the sale in cashier's check, certified check, bank money order or bank draft to be applied to the first sale invoice for the successful bidder. Bid bonds will be accepted and, for the successful bidder, will be closed upon execution of the Timber Sale Contract and Timber Sale Bond. The sale will be awarded to the highest responsible bidder. Award of the timber sale is conditional upon approval of the timber sale by the State Board of Land Commissioners at their January 17, 2017 meeting. If the successful bidder is unable to execute the contract within 21 calendar days from the date the sale is awarded, the bid deposit will be retained by the Department as liquidated damages. The right is reserved to reject any or all bids. Prospective bidders can obtain the sale prospectus, sale contract and bid forms from the Department of Natural Resources & Conservation, Trust Land Management Division, in Missoula (406-542-4300), the Northwestern Land Office in Kalispell (406-751-2257), or the Plains Unit Office in Plains, MT (406-826-4722). Visit our website at http://dnrc.mt.gov/divisions/trust/forest-management/timber-sale-information for upcoming sales and bid results. Published in the Valley Press on December 28, 2016, January 4, 11, 18, 2017. MNAXLP

Opposition expressed to resettlement of Syrians

A hearing in Ravalli County that drew nearly 500 people to discuss a proposed letter opposing the settlement of Syrian refugees hosted by the Ravalli County commissioners sparked discussion in Mineral County about a similar proposal.