Thompson Falls students study ancient civilizations

Thompson Falls Elementary School teacher Jessica Lewis is teaching history to sixth-graders in unique ways.

Elk herds on the move around county

There are reports of large elk herds seen around Mineral County. Jill Pestana who lives in St. Regis, recently reported seeing several separate herds throughout the valley. During this time of year herds move from wintering grounds into spring calving areas.

Sanders County Sheriff's Report

The following incidents are from the Sanders County Sheriffs official report

Samaritans step in

MINERAL COUNTY - The Board of Directors of Five Valleys Crimestoppers, which also serves Mineral County, would like to recognize numerous citizens who recently aided an assault victim and apprehended the assailant.

Workout of the Week

Workout of the week

Legals October 9, 2019

Montana 20th Judicial District Court Sanders County In the Matter of the Name Change of Carrie L. Smith: Carrie L. Smith, Petitioner Cause No.: DV19-53 Dept.: 2 Notice of Hearing on Name Change This is notice that Petitioner has asked the District Court for a change of name from Carrie Louise Smith to Carrie Louise Miliate. The hearing will be on 10/15/19 at 10:00 a.m. The hearing will be at the Courthouse in Sanders County. Date Sept. 3, 2019. Candace Fisher Clerk of District Court By: M. Smith Deputy Clerk of Court Published in the Clark Fork Valley Press on September 18, September 25, October 2 and October 9, 2019. MNAXLP

Clark Fork volleyball team wins district, now heads to divisionals

The Clark Fork (Alberton-Superior) volleyball team won the District 13C tournament in Missoula last week to advance to the divisional tournament in Manhattan Wednesday.

Thompson Falls volleyball places third in Eureka

The Thompson Falls volleyball teams’ season ended Saturday at the Western B divisional in Eureka.

Herd of runners take part Dixon's Stampede

On a bright beautiful Saturday morning, runners from across Northwest Montana assembled in Dixon for the annual Bison Stampede.

Clark Fork Valley Hospital getting orthopedic surgeon

Robert E. Blease planning to begin services in January

Clark Fork Valley Hospital in Plains has announced that the facility will add a new orthopedic surgeon in January 2019.

How to avoid blight this spring

Gardening tips for a potentially poor growing season

As this year’s gardening season approaches, local farmers and agricultural experts want to urge home gardeners to be aware of the risk of late blight, a devastating disease that reared its ugly head in the valley last year. Characterized by black colored wounds or abnormalities on the leaf and stem, late blight is the same devastating pathogen responsible for the Irish potato famine of the late 1840s. In the Mission Valley, tons of potatoes were lost last year, Montana State University extension agent Jack Stivers said.

Local man pleads not guilty in head-on crash incident

Bridger Frederick Bischoff entered his plea in front of Judge Deborah “Kim” Christopher Tuesday, May 18.

School spirit on display at Plains homecoming

This past week was full of activities in celebration of Plains High School's homecoming week.

Man accused of starting Gravel Pit Fire charged with arson

A homeless man living out of a van is accused of starting the Gravel Pit Fire in the Fisher River Valley east of Libby on Aug. 1.

All-stars raise $8,417 for Regionals trip

The Clark Fork Valley Minors All-stars are on their way to Meridian, Idaho today for the regional tournament. The tournament starts tomorrow with pool play, and, if the All-stars win they’ll move on to the Cal Ripkin World Series in Maryland next month.

Legals September 27, 2017

The Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation Twin 40's Fire Salvage Timber Permit INVITATION TO RE-BID The Plains Unit, of the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation, is offering sawtimber for bid. Location of the permit area is approximately 33 air miles north of Plains, MT, on Section 14, T25N, R27W. An estimated 850 tons (145 MBF) of sawtimber is offered for sale to the highest bidder. Sealed bids will be accepted at the Plains Office until 2:00 P.M., Thursday, October 12, 2017. Bids will be opened and the award made at the Plains Office at that time. Permit Prospectus, Bid Forms, and other pertinent information regarding terms and requirements of the purchaser, are only available at the Plains Unit Office. Please contact; Dale Peters Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation P.O. Box 219 Plains, Montana 59859 telephone (406) 826-4722 email dpeters@mt.gov Published in the Clark Fork Valley Press on September 20 and September 27, 2017. MNAXLP

Legals June 28, 2017

REQUEST FOR PUBLIC COMMENT Sanders County is now reviewing a request for a floodplain development permit in the 100 year floodplain of the Clark Fork River. The project is for construction of a storage shed in the floodplain, located at 1500 River Rd. W., Section 30, T21N., R27W. Any person with questions, wanting further information or wishing to submit comments about this project, please contact the Sanders County Floodplain Administrator at the Land Services Department in the County Courthouse, PO Box 519, 1111 Main Street Thompson Falls, MT 59873, Phone 827-6965 or kmaudrone@co.sanders.mt.us. Comments must be received by July 14, 2017. Published in the Clark Fork Valley Press on June 28, 2017. MNAXLP

MT West Dentist gets set to crown new building

The new building across from The Circle has been going through a bit of a face-lift this past week.

Legals October 18, 2017

REQUEST FOR BIDS The City of Thompson Falls is requesting bids for the purchase of two dump trucks equipped with snow plows and sanders. Bids are to be for a fixed price contract for the described items. Detailed specifications can be obtained from the City Office by phone at 406-827-3557 or email at tfpworks@blackfoot.net. Sealed bids are to be delivered to the City of Thompson Falls Office at P.O. Box 99, 108 Fulton Street, Thompson Falls, Montana 59873. Bid receipt date is November 9, 2017 at 3PM. Bid opening will follow immediately after. All bids will be reviewed and award made on November 13, 2017. The City of Thompson Falls reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Published in the Clark Fork Valley Press on October 18, October 25 and November 1, November 8, 2017. MNAXLP

A look back at 2018

A reporter’s perspective