Superior student helps develop graduation event

There was no way that 14-year-old Lanie Crabb was going to let this COVID-19 rob her from a memorable eighth grade graduation!

Mineral Co. sheriff wins DOJ grant

A U.S. Department of Justice grant will allow the Mineral County Sheriff’s Office to hire more officers.

Missoula’s M Trail to get makeover

In celebration of National Trails Day on June 6, the University of Montana has announced that one of the most popular hiking trails in Montana – the M Trail – is getting a makeover.

Mineral County Resource Coalition discusses memorial in honor of Roger Hearst

With 13 members of the Mineral County Resource Coalition present, the first face-to-face meeting since January was held in the pavilion of the St. Regis Park on a crisp Tuesday morning.

Hot Springs residents depend on Buck’s Grocery

The values of hard work and acting in concert are on display at Buck’s Grocery in Hot Springs.

21st century treasure hunt: Geocaching

Springtime in Montana provides ample opportunities for outdoor recreation. Now is the season for many to take to the forests to hunt for coveted morel mushrooms, or prized deer or elk sheds.

House fire leaves Plains couple hospitalized

A house fire in Plains Sunday night has left a married couple hospitalized.

Iconic St. Regis Memorial Day flea market canceled by COVID

Memorial Day weekend in St. Regis, Montana means traffic backing up at its four-way stop in what is usually a sleepy little town. It means kettle corn and concession stand burgers.

National Bison Range remains closed

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service temporarily suspended public visitation and use at the National Bison Range April 9 and there is no word on when it may reopen.

Candidates for 3-year term on Plains School Board

NAME: Rose Wagoner

Free firewood cutting begins April 1

Personal firewood cutting will be free to the general public from April 1 through June 1, 2020, on the Lolo National Forest and no permit will be required during this time.

Legals April 1, 2020

Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks is seeking public comment on a proposal to purchase 40-acres on the Thompson River to be managed as an undeveloped, walk-in Fishing Access Site (FAS) approximately five miles east of the city of Thompson Falls. This proposal would preserve intact habitat for critical fish and wildlife species, while allowing public access. A copy of the draft environmental assessment is available at the FWP office, 490 N. Meridian Rd., Kalispell; Montana State Library, 1515 E 6th Ave., Helena; FWP State Headquarters, 1420 E 6th Ave., Helena; and the FWP website at http://fwp.mt.gov/news/publicNotices/. FWP asks that comments on this draft environmental assessment be submitted to either of the following addresses by 5:00 pm on April 13, 2020: Ryan Kreiner, Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks 5427 Highway 200 Thompson Falls, MT 59873; or via email (rkreiner@mt.gov). Published in the Clark Fork Valley Press on April 1, 2020. MNAXLP

Legals for April, 1 2020

Clark Fork Valley Hospital CEO announces changes due to COVID-19

As you can probably imagine it has been a busy week at Clark Fork Valley Hospital.

Clark Fork Valley Hospital CEO announces changes due to COVID-19

As you can probably imagine it has been a busy week at Clark Fork Valley Hospital.

Governor declares emergency, orders schools closed

Montana Gov. Steve Bullock on Sunday ordered public schools closed, nursing home visits drastically cut and recommended that public gatherings be limited to fewer than 50 people.

Sanders County 4-H kicks off Communication Days event

There was a hair braider, a tomahawk thrower and an equestrian, all showing their talents in their respective areas of expertise at last weekend’s Sanders County 4-H Communication Days events.

Sanders County 4-H kicks off Communication Days event

There was a hair braider, a tomahawk thrower and an equestrian, all showing their talents in their respective areas of expertise at last weekend’s Sanders County 4-H Communication Days events.

Pioneer Council adds two vans to transport fleet

The Mineral County Pioneer Council has been helping its residents get to and from medical appointments and it recently added two new vehicles to its fleet.

Pioneer Council adds two vans to transport fleet

The Mineral County Pioneer Council has been helping its residents get to and from medical appointments and it recently added two new vehicles to its fleet.