Local resident's relatives recount trips - Peace Studies

Reflecting on the work of rural affairs group

Plains Hospital achieves baby-friendly designation

Clark Fork Valley Hospital is proud to announce that it has achieved the highly prestigious international baby-friendly designation after a rigorous review process conducted by Baby-Friendly USA, the organization responsible for bestowing this certification in the United States.

Buckle Up says Mineral County teens have the power to reduce crash rates

The report from The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and State Farm measured a 47 percent decline in teen driver-related fatalities over the past six years. Still, risky behaviors -- such as texting or emailing while driving, driving after drinking, and low seat belt use -- remain serious problems, and experts see specific opportunities to “apply the gas” to these common factors in crashes involving teen drivers. “When you see the needle move, as we have in this report, it’s time to apply the gas on programs that encourage safe teen passenger behaviors, as well as those that address what causes teens to crash.”

Three years in the making

Forest Service tries to stay on schedule despite furlough

Despite the 35 day government shutdown, the Superior and Ninemile U.S. Forest Service offices have been working hard to remain on schedule. Superior District Ranger, Carole Johnson, and new Ninemile District Ranger, Eric Tomasik, gave an update report to the Mineral County commissioners on Feb. 22.

Clark accepts plea bargain for string of Superior area thefts

Steven Clark’s trial in the Mineral County District Court will not take place as the result of a plea bargain agreement between Clark and Mineral County District Attorney Marcia Boris.

Clark sentenced to 20-years for Superior thefts

Steven Clark was sentenced by Montana Fourth Judicial District Court Judge John Larson to 20-years in a state correctional facility on April 10.

Tips to keep your neighborhood safe and secure from county watch program

Neighborhood Watch is a crime prevention program, which has a thirty-year history, engages volunteer citizen action to enhance security within our community by encouraging citizens to report suspicious activity in their immediate neighborhoods. In the aftermath of September 11, 2001, the need for strengthening and securing our communities has become even more critical, and Neighborhood Watch groups have taken on greater significance. In addition to serving a crime prevention role, Neighborhood Watch can also be used as the basis for bringing neighborhood residents together to focus on disaster preparedness as well as to focus on evacuation drills and exercises.

Horsemen a lock to finish sixth

With two more losses this week, the Horsemen (0-8 conf., 4-12 ovr.) have cemented their position at the bottom of the District 7-B conference heading into the upcoming tournament.

Haircut-a-thon raises money for student needs

PLAINS- Counselors for Plains Schools held the first annual “Haircut-a-Thon” fundraiser on Monday to help residents trim back their locks and raise money for the counseling program. Organizers said they were pleased with the turnout as people waited in line for a new look before school starts.

Earl Henry Eisenbacher, 77

Earl Henry Eisenbacher, 77, passed away Jan. 2, 2017, at his home in St. Regis, with family members at his side after a valiant battle against cancer.

Thompson Falls' Morgan second at state cross country

Thompson Falls senior Justin Morgan placed second at the Montana Class B cross country championships Friday afternoon at Rebecca Farm in Kalispell.

Obituary; Norma G. Vance Brodd

Norma G. Vance Brodd passed away peacefully at home in Mill Creek, Washington on March 13, 2015 at the age of 88. Norma was the daughter of Russell and Hazel Grunhuvd and was born on the Grunhuvd farm near Hysham, Montana in 1927. She lived most of her life first in Montana near Hysham and Superior, and then in Idaho near Boise, spending the last two decades of her life in Port Ludlow, Washington. She had recently moved to Mill Creek.

Community Notes

Lenten lunches will begin Feb. 20 at the Senior Center in Superior. These are open to everyone and are free of charge. There will be a free-will basket at the check-in table. These donations will be distributed at the end of Lent to non-profit organizations such as We Care, Food Bank, Women in Timber or other recipients determined by the committee. One year we donated to the swimming pool.

Ken Harvey Jr.

Former Plains resident Ken Harvey JR, 71 passed away unexpectedly Oct. 4th 2013 at his home in Walla Walla,WA. He was born in Blackduck, MN. to Kenneth and Dona (Palmer) Harvey. Ken spent the first nine years of his life on their Dairy farm, moving to another farm in Whitefish, MT. for six years. The family moved to Plains in 1956. Ken graduated from Plains High School in 61. During high school, he worked for Don and Betty Coe at the newspaper, The Plainsman (Valley Press) as a linotype operator, Don was a great influence on Ken and he made the newspaper his lifetime career. He joined the Navy in 1964, spending six years furthering his education in Journalism and Photography, stationed in Italy and Greece, After the military, in 1970 Ken returned to Plains for a short time, working again at the Plainsman. Leaving Plains, he worked for newspapers in Great Falls, Rapid City, SD, Scotts Bluff, Neb., Spokane and Walla Walla. WA. where he remained, working for Inland Printing for 25 years, up until his death. Ken became an avid bowler, starting at age 14, while setting pins for the VFW Club in Plains. At age 16 he had the opportunity to bowl professionally, but chose not to. Over the years he bowled three perfect 300 games and many 298 and 299, winning many awards and dozens and dozens of trophies. Years later in a house fire he lost 13 bowling balls. Ken also enjoyed fishing and camping. He was married twice, both ended in divorce. Ken is survived by one daughter Gina Vinson, Olympia,WA., longtime friend and companion Jan Sans, Walla Walla, WA., sisters Katherine Beck, Saint Ignatius, MT., Dena Harvey, Hot Springs, MT., brothers, Dick (Elaine) Point Pleasant NJ., Dave, Plains, several nieces and nephews and many cousins. Ken was proceeded in death by his parents. Services were held in Walla Walla and a memorial will be in Plains this summer.

Five suspected drug traffickers plead “not guilty”

Five suspected drug traffickers who allegedly smuggled ecstasy into Mineral County pleaded not guilty to criminal possession of dangerous drugs with intent to distribute in their initial court appearance July 2. The maximum penalty for the offense is up to 20 years in prison and a fine of $50,000.

Plains water system gets full upgrade

PLAINS – The town of Plains is hard at work updating water mains and the water system, adding links between pipes so the water is able to circle through town.

Crescent Ridge ramps up for spring produce

From being a fisheries biologist to a commercial farmer, Michael Davidson has enjoyed the journey immensely.

Wayne Leslie Boyes

Wayne Leslie Boyes