Lanterns released at fairgrounds by Cancer Network of Sanders County

Hundreds of locals gathered at the Sanders County Fairgrounds Saturday night to release glowing lanterns in memory of loved ones lost to the disease.

Scarywood Haunted Nights: The stuff of nightmares

Ernie Olson’s job is frightening. The North Idaho man jumps out of the bushes with a roaring chainsaw and chases groups of teenagers and adults screaming into the night.

Copper King crews slow spread of wildfire

Great burn area off limits to snowmobiles

The Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest still plans to close the Great Burn area to snowmobiling according to the most recent Draft Record of Decision for travel management. The latest decision was published on July 5, 2016 in the Lewiston Tribune.

4th of July Reminder: No Fireworks on FWP Lands: Including fishing access sites

Competing interests, different opinions

The Montana Department of Environmental Quality held two meetings last week regarding projects dealing with Mineral County’s natural resources. One was about the Flat Creek Iron Mountain, Mine and Mill Superfund site at Superior. The other was an application for an Opencut Mining Permit on Dry Creek for gravel, submitted by Riverside Contracting.

Daines Honors Montanan of the Week: Wyatt Zylawy of Superior

Montana Senator Steve Daines recognized Wyatt Zylawy on April 22, for his outstanding achievements in his recent Coast Guard training and for his noble commitment to serving our country. Zylway graduated from Superior High School in 2015, and joined the Coast Guard. Zylawy was recognized through Daines “Montanan of the Week” initiative, where each week he will highlight a Montanan by submitting a statement of recognition in the official Congressional Record, the document that reflects the official proceedings of Congress.

'Watchdog' gets his day

Glenn Hadley honored for his service to community

Controversial ski pass expansion proposed

Lookout Ski Area officials have proposed to expand their operation with additional ski lifts, ski trails, and a bigger parking lot, which could be a source of concern among taxpayers.

County officials working to update floodplain policy

Environmentalist group has hands in the federal cookie jar

Veterans frustrated with Choices Program

The frustration in the room was palpable as Mineral County veterans expressed their concerns about the Veteran’s Choice Program, implemented in 2015. Representatives from Senator Jon Tester’s office were in Superior Friday to listen to what local vets had to say about the program. The vets, along with medical administrators, told stories of long wait times to get in contact with people to schedule appointments; their inability to get medical appointments scheduled and of bills not paid.

'Through with Chew Week' brings awareness to the harmful effects of smokeless tobacco

“Through with Chew Week” is February 14-20 and health officials, dentists, and physicians use the week to call attention to the use of smokeless tobacco.

Railroad Day in need of a new engineer

After many years as the ‘engineer’ for Alberton’s Railroad Day, Richard Werst is stepping down as the festival coordinator. Though he will continue to help out with festivities, the committee is in need of some ‘fresh blood’. On Saturday, Alberton resident Glenda Wallace called a meeting asking for fellow community leaders to help if they want to keep the day ‘on track’. Some area residents stepped up to the table and have started discussions as to what Railroad Day may look like this summer. Several more volunteers have also expressed an interest in helping out. At the meeting, it was decided that Bob Worthen and Wallace will co-chair the committee. Other committee members include Brooke Worthen, Matt Sibert and Anna LeDuc. A lot of innovative ideas were discussed, including bringing in a magician, expanding children’s activities, and having more bands play throughout the day. This will be in addition to current activities like the morning parade and Wild West Show put on by the Sportsman Bar. Railroad Day is held in mid-July and this year will be the event’s 31st year. Residents who are interested in volunteering can find information on Facebook or on the web at http://www.albertonmontana.com/railroad_day.htm

Health concerns related to the Flat Creek-Iron Mountain Mine

Connie H. Blanchard

Polson – Connie H. Blanchard – Baird, age 76, passed away on Thursday, November 26, 2015 at her residence in Polson. She was born on May 24, 1939 in Plains, Montana the daughter of Harvey and Jean (Howery) Mathias.

Mineral County 4-H defeats Indiana Sharpshooters

Big plan revealed at chamber meeting

The Thompson Falls Business Chamber Meeting was held last Friday at Minnie’s Montana Cafe. There was one large topic discussed during the meeting.

Citizens need to follow the rules of the road

Charity collects soda tabs

PLAINS - A competition between the different classes at the Plains School District began last week. Each class has been tasked with a mission to see how many can tabs they can collect by the last week of school before Winter Break. The class that collects the most tabs will be rewarded with a pizza party. The goal is to raise money for the Ronald McDonald House.