A 400 to remember

Knapp sets school record in 400 Thompson Falls track

Charlie Knapp left the crowd at Big Sky Stadium speechless on Friday. It was a singular athletic performance that doesn't come along very often.

County jail closes due to staff shortage

Once again the Mineral County Detention Center has been forced to close due to lack of staff. County commissioners met with Jail Administrator, Roni Phillips, Sheriff Mike Boone and County Attorney, Ellen Donohue on Friday, Jan. 18. Initially, the meeting was in regard to the detention center budget but quickly digressed to the lack of staff.

Kvelve's Comments: Unapologetic Christmas wish list for others

I hope it’s not too late to get my Christmas wish list for others to the guy with the white beard and red suit.

Fielder expresses concerns about water compact

SUPERIOR – During the Mineral County Commissioner’s meeting on Friday, Feb. 21, Montana State Senator Jennifer Fielder (R, District 7) presented an update on water rights issues being discussed in the state legislature.

Tigers prepare for spring track and field season

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All games for Plains High School sports will be streamed live online on andersonbroadcasting.com

Legals for June, 14 2023

Legals October 2, 2019

NOTICE OF SALE GOOD NEIGHBOR AUTHORITY Department of Natural Resources & Conservation Timber Sale The GNA Buick Divide Timber Sale is located within Sections 9, 10, 14, 15, & 16, of T25N - R34W; and Section 34, of T25N -R34W on the Kootenai National Forest. Approximately 22,581 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 October 10, 2019 at 2:00 pm. Bids may be hand delivered or mailed and will be accepted any time prior to the bid opening. DNRC recommends that bidders contact the Forestry 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 $13,435.00, 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. If the successful bidder is unable to execute the contract within 30 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, Forestry Division, in Missoula (406-542-4300) the Northwestern Land Office in Kalispell (406-751-2240),The Libby Unit Office located in Libby (406-293-2711), or the Plains Unit office located in Plains (406-826-4725). Visit our website at http://dnrc.mt.gov/divisions/forestry/forestry-assistance/good-neighbor-authority-current-timber-sales for upcoming sales and bid results. Published in the Clark Fork Valley Press on September 11, September 18, September 25 and October 2, 2019. MNAXLP

Plains declares declaration of local disaster emergency

As concerns mount over COVID-19, Plains Mayor Dan Rowan issued a declaration of a state of local disaster emergency Tuesday, March 24.

Ace pitcher helps Trotters get first win of season

When it comes to how she treats batters at the plate, Aspen Rude lives up to her name. Off the mound, Aspen is a perfectly nice Plains High School senior. When she steps onto the softball diamond, things change.

Chamber approves board of directors

SUPERIOR – On Friday, March 21, the Mineral County Commissioners were notified of upcoming projects along Interstate 90 and voted on a safety committee proposal.

Hot Springs to go without football team in 2017

Just as the high school football season is about to begin, Hot Springs High School had to make a heart-breaking decision on the impending season.

DOE Seeks public comment on Flat Creek-Iron Mountain Mine

Candidate: I-185 initiative deserves your support

I-185, the Healthy Montana Initiative, was submitted statewide to all Montana counties’ Clerk & Recorders Offices on Friday, June 22, 2018, with more than 42,000 signatures, and those signatures are now in the process of being verified. Since only 25,468 signatures were needed with a sufficient number from each of a minimum of 34 house districts, it is very likely that the initiative will be accepted and then placed on this fall’s ballot at the general election.

Deputy Balenger incident files released

After a nine-month paid leave that began on Oct. 3, during which $44,849.54 in public funds were used to pay for the salary of Mineral County Deputy Jim Balenger as well as insurance, taxes and other costs and Montana Department of Criminal Investigations Agent Kevin McCarvel conducted an investigation at the request of County Attorney Marcia Boris, Dept. Balenger returned to active duty.

St. Regis man to pay drug fine

Forty-nine year-old Donald Dean Glade, of St. Regis, was sentenced for two charges in district court on Monday, Nov. 8. Glade faced charges of resisting arrest and criminal production of dangerous drugs. In a plea agreement, Glade pled guilty to both counts back on Aug. 25. Glade initially pled not guilty at his initial appearance on Aug. 11 to both counts.

Commissioners learn about I-90 and safety plans

SUPERIOR – On Friday, March 21, the Mineral County Commissioners were notified of upcoming projects along Interstate 90 and voted on a safety committee proposal.

Superior Senior Spotlight: Ed Heppe

Name: Ed Heppe

Courthouse statue proposal on hold

Discussions continued on Friday regarding the installation of a new steel statue on the Mineral County Courthouse lawn. A group of Superior citizens presented the idea to the county commissioners a few weeks ago.

Knapweed requires community solution

If you would like to be part of the solution you can register to participate in a pilot project that will address Knapweed infestation in Eastern Sanders County on a watershed level.