James, Alexander to vie for Justice of the Peace in Nov.

Four Justice of the Peace candidates put their name on the ballot, but only the two who received the most numbers of votes will go on to compete in the general election. Wanda James and Muriah Alexander will vie for the nonpartisan position in November.

Love of quilting binds group

Andrew Waite

Survey says?

Area wildlife biologist finishes spring animal surveys of the surrounding area

Preparation for next fall's hunting season has already begun as area wildlife biologist Bruce Sterling recently finished his spring surveys to gauge the number of wildlife roaming the area.

Mineral County officials oppose VIC cuts in two letters to governor

Kvelve's Comments: Memory lane

One of the best things about sports is the memories they can generate.

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks supervisor honored

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks Science Program Supervisor Alan Wood received the Montana Chapter of The Wildlife Society’s Distinguished Service Award for 2020 in recognition for more than three decades of exemplary service protecting Montana’s fish and wildlife and their habitat.

Headwaters Foundation gives progress update in Superior

Headwaters Foundation was established in 2016 as a steward of community resources following the sale of Community Medical Center in Missoula, which led to the creation of its endowment.

State fish biologist discusses Clark Fork River pollution

The Clark Fork River has long sweeps through both Mineral and Sanders counties where it touches its residents in one way or another...

Plains residents seek crackdown on speeders

For a group of concerned Clayton Street residents, enough is enough. The spark that triggered their call to action came earlier this month when a speeding motorist narrowly missed hitting a young child riding a bicycle.

Stamping out ‘cancel culture’

Cancel culture?

Monster trucks make a loud roar on July 4

Sparks flew, BBQs smoked, music played, monster trucks roared and fireworks lit the skies throughout the area as Sanders County residents took advantage of beautiful summer weather to celebrate Independence Day.

Mineral County eyes 911 system overhaul

Mineral County eyes 911 system overhaul

Dixon School students return to class

As schools open across the Treasure State amid the uncertainty of the COVID-19 obstacle, a small school in the southeast corner of Sanders County is proving the wisdom of two time-tested adages.

Wolf hunting, trapping proposals making progress

Hunters and trappers who kill wolves in Montana could be reimbursed...

COLUMN: Spring is my season

It is perhaps the most under-appreciated thing in our lives.

Plains boys and girls split games with Darby, Two Eagle River

Two teams, four games, two wins, two losses.

Tensions rise at meeting, but rain helps on Thorne Creek Fire

Nevertheless, no structures, such as homes, cabins or outbuildings, have been reported lost in the lightning-caused fire despite its rapid growth between July 23 and Aug. 1.

FWP seeks to simplify hunting regulations

But this year, FWP will tackle more significant changes such as combining hunting districts and simplifying license structures.

Mineral County Community Foundation awards scholarships

At their April meeting, the board of the Mineral County Community Foundation made decisions on their 2022 scholarship awards.

Lake County sued over 'dangerous' jail conditions

A class-action lawsuit alleging inhumane and discriminatory conditions at the Lake County jail was filed in Missoula County District Court last week on behalf of 38 current or former prisoners.