Thompson Falls Trap Club experiences 'youth movement'

Thompson Falls Trap Club President Digger Powell noticed an existing pattern that started to take shape with the Thompson Falls and Noxon Trap Clubs.

Mineral County Crisis Mapping Workshop seeks to help others

With that in mind, on July 20, multiple Mineral County agencies participated in a Crisis Mapping Workshop put on by the Healthy Communities Coalition.

County may be looking at big cutbacks

Sanders County commissioners gathered their department heads together Thursday to pass on assurances that nothing has been determined as far as staff reductions or cutbacks in next year's budget. The meeting came as a result of the possibility of the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act of 2000 not being extending, which means a loss of more than $1 million the county utilized for schools and roads.

Groups urge federal courts to relist wolves in Montana

Several conservation groups argue that because Montana and Idaho are “hellbent” on eradicating wolves, a court should instate equally aggressive measures aimed at restoring federal protection for gray wolves.

Locals hear about preventing suicide

Wintery weather no doubt played a role in reducing the turnout but the topic was as big as ever, Montana’s suicide rate.

Little Guy wrestlers back in action

Adverse weather conditions resulted in the cancellation of numerous Little Big Wrestling events last week in Sanders, Lake and Beaverhead counties. Organizers had the safety of everyone traveling to the USA Wrestling events in mind since poor road conditions were common the last week of February.

Mineral County Sheriff's Office calls

Mineral County Sheriff's Office calls

Conservation groups challenge DEQ over ending ‘bad actor’ lawsuit

In a filing Aug. 2 in Lewis and Clark County District Court, the groups said they were “disappointed” by DEQ’s recent decision not to label Hecla president Phillips Baker, Jr. a “bad actor” for failing to clean up the Zortman-Landusky gold mine.

University students attempt to identify unmarked graves

In an effort to continue improving the West End Cemetery, Ellen Matz and the board contacted the University of Montana in Missoula two years ago with hopes that the university could aid them in identifying portions of the cemetery where what lies beneath the surface is unknown.

Legals for August, 5 2020

Book program comes to Mineral County

MINERAL COUNTY – A new program in Mineral County plans to bring the joy of reading into the homes of children who might not otherwise might not be able to afford quality books and the source of the program is one some county residents might already be a fan of.

Good-"buy" America

Just to introduce myself. I am a 75-year-old, white, college educated, male. I have lived through a depression, a world war, two police actions and now, Iraqi freedom.

We the people: Session half way over

We are now past the halfway point of the session, where all non-revenue bills which have passed the Senate have been sent to the House and all approved House bills sent to the Senate. One thing I have not heard much about in the discussions on state funding is the potential for global economic problems to have a negative influence on state funding; for example, we are at war in the Middle East, gas prices in the country are soaring, and Montana’s development is down.  The remainder of the session should be interesting, and I look forward to seeing how it all shakes out.

Redd Bull project tour held prior to scoping

The American Forest Resource Council along with the Idaho Forest Group hosted a tour of the Redd Bull project on June 29.

Group looks to 'enrich' county residents with art, music

It wasn't much, but for the Sanders County Art Council, every little bit helps. The nonprofit group last week was awarded a $500 grant from Blackfoot Telephone Company to help with the upcoming baroque festival in August.

LEGALS FEBRUARY 12, 2020

The Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation Requests

Resource Coalition continues to work on Saltese Trestle funding

The monthly Mineral County Resource Coalition meeting was held on March 5 with the main topic of discussion the restoration of the Saltese Trestle. The 100-year-old trestle is in need of repair and parties involved with the restoration project attended the meeting to talk about the next steps needed to be taken in order for the project to move forward.

Kick-off event planned for Mineral County's Relay for Life

Summer Crosby

Sanders County Sheriff's Report

Sanders County Sheriff Report for 2/24/2013 to 03/02/2013

Trotters compete at home

PLAINS – The Plains Trotters hosted the Eureka Lady Lions to cap off homecoming weekend at Plains High School.