Forest Service ignites Swamp Creek

Members of the local National Forest Service fire crew conducted a prescribed, controlled burn near Swamp Creek south of Plains on Tuesday.

Rural transportation program needs drivers for new hub

As many years as the Mineral County Pioneer Council has been in operation, numerous people are unfamiliar with the program.

Idaho wildlife officials say it misidentified grizzly bear that was later killed

Hunter had sent video of bear to officials before shooting it

Fish and Game regrets the mistake made by its staff, the undue stress the situation caused for the hunter and the loss of the grizzly bear. Fish and Game is reviewing its staff’s part in the incident as a personnel matter.

Three county school districts report COVID-19 cases

The COVID-19 pandemic has reached three Sanders County schools.

Missoula pediatrician supports Tranel for PSC post

As COVID 19 cases rise in Montana, we are all grappling with decisions that will impact the way forward for our families and children.

Tick season is back; take precautions

As spring turns to summer, Montanans and tourists are beginning to venture farther into the outdoors to get away from that hustle and bustle of the work week; it is also signals the start of tick season.

Alberton School changing model of teaching

Without a doubt, this past year of education has been the most challenging for students, teachers, administrators and parents.

Suppression of walleye a hot-button issue

Hospital records get upgrade

SUPERIOR – The Mineral Community Hospital celebrated the implementation of their new electronic record system with a staff barbeque May 20 at the hospital.

St. Regis School staff member tests positive for coronavirus

A St. Regis School District staff member has tested positive for coronavirus.

Alberton test scores on the rise

Each year Alberton students in grades K-11 participate in standardized testing, along with every other school in the U.S.

Hydrogen-powered drones could patrol remote stretch of I-90

Imagine a system that could provide public safety, emergency medical services, law enforcement, fire abatement and communications in one small fleet of hydrogen powered UAVs (unmanned aerial vehicles) that are able to stay in the air up to 13 hours and to be on call day or night in any weather.

Mineral County Sheriff's officers feel the sting of taser training

State of the art tasers came in so all deputies are trained and the new equipment is in use.

Unusual ticket raises questions

MINERAL COUNTY – In a recent Mineral County Justice Court report, an unusual entry was listed as a ticket given to a driver for not speaking English.

Mineral Community Hospital receives new equipment

SUPERIOR – The Mineral Community Hospital recently acquired a new set of beds and brand new lab equipment that will improve their ability to diagnose and treat their patients.

Legals for June, 21 2023

It's time to vote for all of us

On the primary ballot is the issue of Sanders County changing to nonpartisan elections for all county offices. I urge support for this change for several reasons.

Retired vet launches taxidermy shop in St. Regis

A retired United States Air Force Master Sergeant turned taxidermist, Reynolds launched his new business...

Kindergarten Roundup brings tots into Plains School

PLAINS – Parents from around the area came to Kindergarten Roundup on Thursday, April 11 at the Plains School to screen the upcoming kindergarteners developmentally.

4Hers compete at congress

Eight Sanders County youth attended the 83rd Annual 4-H Congress held on the Montana State University campus in Bozeman July 9-12. “4-H in Action” was a perfect theme for the event at which youth gained skills in the areas of technology, leadership, communication, community service and team work; powerful tools that will benefit them on their journey through life.