Japanese dolls showcased in Plains

PLAINS - The Methodist Church in Plains played host to one of the leading experts in a unique art form on Friday. Alan Pate of St. Ignatius has been studying and working with ningyo or Japanese dolls for the better part of two decades.

Construction on new skatepark in Alberton to begin in early July

Alberton kids and adults will be able to skateboard in the Hank Roat Memorial Park at the end of the summer once a custom designed skatepark is built.

Hot Springs school culinary class proves to be a community treat

Could there be a five-star chef in the class?

Noxon hopes to end Hot Springs/Charlo dominance

Matt Unrau

We the People: the bigger picture

Many months ago I wrote an article about David Walker’s warnings about the fiscal direction of this country.  Mr. Walker, the former Comptroller of the United States from 1998 until 2008, has been warning politicians, the media, and the American public for over a decade that we are off course and headed for disaster. In August 2007, before the financial system meltdown of 2008, Mr. Walker declared:

We Care event a success

Folks from all over Mineral County came together to take part in the We Care Festival in Superior, which was held on Saturday, Oct. 16. The gathering took place in front of the historic school building in the heart of Superior, and featured several different exhibits, activities for kids and live music courtesy of the Zylawy brothers. The event was intended as a fundraiser for the newly created We Care organization.

Keeping in touch: A look at worker's comp

Montana has by far the highest workers’ compensation rates in the country, with costs over 160% above the national median. An overhaul of the system is essential to prevent the exodus of employers who find it more cost-efficient to conduct business in nearby states.  House Republicans introduced a bill this past week that addresses our state’s burdensome workers’ comp costs and will allow employers to keep jobs in Montana.

Team raises cancer awareness

The girls on the Alberton volleyball team are taking a stand against breast cancer this month. The month of October is breast cancer awareness month and the girls decided as a volleyball team that they would take the opportunity to raise awareness and to also raise some funds.

Championship within reach for Bobcats

After smashing Darby 50-14 on Friday, the Superior Bobcats are just one win away from a District 6-B regular season championship.

Bobcats win to the sounds of the buzzer

Nick Ianniello

Election results

Rummel wins Republican nod for sheriff, Non-partisan initiative passes

The election results are in and with a few surprises. Mark French from Paradise will not be moving on to the general election as Denny Rehberg and Michael McDonald will be on the ballot to compete for the congressional seat during the general election in November.

Superior Bobcats back on the football field

The Superior Bobcats were back on the field on Monday and were looking forward to a new season of high school football. Dan Lucier said about 37 kids showed for the first day of practice, which is about the same number as prior years.

Superior students serve as pages

Two Superior students got a look at the government back in January. For the first week of the legislative session, Savannah Moore and Michele Reinalt headed up to serve as legislative pages.

Mineral County deputy gets top marks at academy

SUPERIOR – At the Montana Law Enforcement Academy’s graduation ceremony on December 13, two Mineral County deputies were among the graduates, one of whom left with top honors.

From your State Senate: with Sen. Jennifer Fielder

We are working on dozens of important issues in the legislature. My primary focus is on protecting our freedom, reviving our economy, and increasing local input in management of public lands and wildlife. Due to the number of concerns expressed regarding gun rights issues, several related bills are being introduced in the legislature this week. You can track all legislation at www.mt.leg.gov

Keeping in touch with Rep. Pat Ingraham

Last week, the House Select Committee on Redistricting that I served on had their last meeting and took executive action on House Resolution 2. This bill will go the House Floor this week to be voted one, and then will be forwarded on to the Redistricting and Reapportionment Commission for their consideration on whether they accept the recommended changes. The Senate will send their own Resolution for changes on to the Commission for their consideration.

Homecoming festivities hit Hot Springs

HOT SPRINGS – Homecoming festivities took hold of the town of Hot Springs and did not let go for several hours on Thursday as the community gathered to support the high school and its athletic programs. Events included a parade, a rally in the park and games between classes on the high school football field.

Sanders County schools put in extra safety measures

The rural nature of schools in Sanders County means emergency management planning becomes much more important because of the distance and time for emergency responders to be on scene.

Superior couple loves the sailing life

In a sailboat, however, you become a much greater function in order to harness the energy that propels you forward.

Legals for November, 23 2022