Trojans ground Lady Hawks, end winning streak

The Lady  Hawks looked impressive last week, breezing by both Plains, 3-0, and Valley Christian, 3-1, before being grounded by Drummond.

"Art on the Walls"

Tara Mathers is a Montana cowgirl.  She has grown up in Plains riding horses, going to rodeos and bull riding. Although she looks the part of a rugged, young cowgirl; she lights up when she talks about her future. 

Turkey Banquet celebrates NWTF's 40th year

PLAINS – Supporters and members of the National Wild Turkey Federation flooded the fairground’s pavilion on Saturday for the 13th annual banquet and fundraiser.

Lady Hawks volleyball reaches state tournament

The Thompson Falls Lady Hawks volleyball team claimed third place at the ? in Anaconda to earn a spot in the Class B state tournament in Shelby.

Legals for December, 16 2020

Carrie Louise Miliate

Carrie Louise Miliate, 58, passed away on 10th day of March, 2021.

Legals for July, 7 2021

Plains students perform year-end concert

The Plains middle and high school bands and choir performed in front of a full house Thursday evening in the new Plains gymnasium.

Local groups take part in March for Life walk in Thompson Falls

The Knights of Columbus Council, in conjunction with the national organization of March for Life, marched on the streets of Thompson Falls last week to raise awareness of the anniversary of the Supreme Court’s 1973 Roe v. Wade ruling which legalized abortion.

Plains Chief Shawn Emmett celebrates retirement

Members of the Plains community came together in celebration of retiring Police Chief Shawn Emmett for 20 years of service to the citizens of Plains.

Brown honored as Plains Teacher of the Year

Plains teacher Lisa Brown was honored last week with the Teacher of the Year award for the Plains community.

Local VFW Post 3596 retires American flags

On a special day, Dec. 7, local veterans gathered at the Plains VFW Post to perform a solemn ceremony, retiring the U.S. symbol of freedom.

4-H members clean up Plains Trap Club before winter

Some of the local South Side Sparks 4-H kids got together to help out the Trap Club recently.

Plains Lions Club Halloween Costume Contest

You never know what unique costumes to expect for Halloween each year, worn by either adults, teenagers and youngsters. Here is a sample of the attire worn by those who participated in the Plains Lions Club Halloween Costume Contest last Wednesday, Oct. 31 at Fred Young Park in Plains. Look for more photos of costumed participants in the Nov. 7 issue of the Clark Fork Valley Press. The photos on this website were taken by Lisa Larson of the CFVP staff.

Legals June 21, 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 placement of fill in the floodplain, located at 716 S. Central Ave., Section 27, T20N., R26W. 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 7, 2017. Published in the Clark Fork Valley Press on June 21, 2017. MNAXLP

Legals December 14, 2016

LEGAL Blackfoot provides local phone and broadband services in many Montana communities at reasonable and affordable rates. A federal program designed to promote "universal service" to all areas of the nation makes affordable rates possible. Companies participating in this program are required to advertise theses services on an annual basis. As a participant in the universal service program Blackfoot provides access to single line phone service, emergency services (911), directory assistance (411), operator services (0+), long distance limitation services, as well as broadband internet access services. For questions or to order new services call our customer care team at 541-5000 or visit us at www.blackfoot.com. Published in the Clark Fork Valley Press on December 14, 2016. MNAXLP

SC Search & Rescue locates missing man

PLAINS – Recently, Sanders County Search and Rescue were dispatched to River Road East, in Plains, in search of a missing person.

Art on the Walls spring show to debut

PLAINS - Sanders County Arts Council announces the opening of the Spring Show of “Art on the Walls” at the Clark Fork Valley Hospital on Thursday, March 27, 2014.

Kindergarten Roundup 'eye opener' for youngsters

Some approached with circumspection, others with confidence or curiosity.

Legals January 9, 2019

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 placement of shed in the floodplain, located at 1347 River Rd. W., Section 32, 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 January 25, 2019. Published in the Clark Fork Valley Press on January 9, 2019. MNAXLP