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.

COLUMN: Local contenders

Usually after three or four games, lots of prognosticators proclaim they know who is going to be standing on top of the pile when the sports season is over.

Fatal shooting suspect released from jail

The charges against a man accused of killing former Plains resident Shania Rayond have been dropped for now.

Plains resident wanted in connection to Oregon standoff, sheriff hopes for 'peaceful resolution'

Junior Rodeo Princess applications open

The rodeo at the Mineral County Fair began 42 years ago and was a huge community project with the Superior Lions leading the charge.

Transparency of Paradise sewer project questioned after document uncovered

A doggedly determined group of anti-sewer protesters in Paradise have been hoping to overcome their own battle against the odds.

Obituary; Oscar Stanley Risland

Oscar Stanley Risland, 96, passed away peacefully at his home in Plains on December 20, 2014, surrounded by his family.

O-Mok-See fun for the entire family

The River Valley Saddle Club (RVSC) held their end-of-the-year awards potluck in Superior on January 10. This is where Alberton resident, Amanda Hansen, and her mother Tammy Stedman, received the RVSC High Points award for 2015;  Hansen for her age group which was 16 to 30 and Stedman age 42 plus.

Rosemary Ann Miller (Jones)

Rosemary Ann Miller (Jones), a long-time resident of Plains, Montana, peacefully passed away on Monday, May 18, 2020, in Sundance, Wyoming.

Plains Police make unexpected drug bust

On Feb. 11, Plains Police Officer Ethan Harvey stopped a 45-year-old Yakima, Washington woman suspected of driving with a suspended license.

Superior QRU team up and running

Since December of 2021 the Superior Volunteer Fire Department has been getting acquainted with its brand-new Quick Response Unit.

Plains pool looks to save funds

The Plains Park and Recreation Board held a public meeting Monday night to discuss ways for the public pool to save and make more money each summer season due to the thousands of dollars lost in operational fees each year.

Food for Thought: Managing your critics and yourself

Although nobody likes criticism even when you know you have made a mistake, try to view it as an opportunity rather than a failure. If you do so you will learn a lot.

The music of love in Plains

Love was the theme of much of the music that two very talented professional musicians brought to Plains on Wednesday, April 5. Katherine Calcamuggio Donner, who is a mezzo-soprano and Nicolas Shaneyfelt, on the piano performed for over an hour at the Plains United Methodist Church to about thirty people. The music and vocals were from German, Italian, Spanish, and American composers. They performed a total of 16 pieces of music, with both musicians giving some background information about the music, lyrics, the composers, as well as their own journey into the music profession.

Theatre performances coming to Mineral County

Two performances are coming to Mineral County this week. On Thursday, August 19, behind the high school, Julius Caesar will be performed as part of Montana's Shakespeare in the Parks 38th Season. Then, on August 21, in the St. Regis Community Park, get ready for some Adventures on the Western Stage. Both performances are scheduled to begin at 6 p.m. and are free to audiences.

State program introduces youths to sport of archery

Archery continues to increase in popularity by leaps and bounds and Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks has a program designed to help youth and educators learn a sport which has been practiced for thousands of years.

Meet Whitney Tanner-Spurr ­- athlete, yogi, business owner

If you haven’t met Whitney Tanner-Spurr, there is a good chance you have heard her name.

Mineral County Youth Shooting Sports Cornhole Tournament Aug. 14

The tournament starts at about 11 a.m. and should be finishing up at 6 p.m. They will have burgers, hot dogs, water and Gatorade on site for purchase.

DOT head presents Heron bridge process

A bridge at Heron, which spans the Clark Fork River and connects the town to Highway 200, most likely had about 20 years of life when it was erected.

Legals for November, 23 2022