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E-cigarettes banned in public places in the county
June 19, 2019 12:31 p.m.

E-cigarettes banned in public places in the county

Electronic cigarette users will no longer be able to “vape” in public facilities after Mineral County commissioners passed a motion to add them to the county-wide Clean Indoor Air Act at a public meeting on Friday, June 7.

Report from week three: Bills are starting to work their way through
January 30, 2019 2:10 p.m.

Report from week three: Bills are starting to work their way through

This week saw the hustle and bustle the Legislature is known for. The bills are now coming out of committees and on to the floor in greater numbers. The Senate has also passed enough bills across the floor that they are even showing up in House committees and vice versa.

December 24, 2009 midnight

Does light display have to become an issue?

I read with interest the letter submitted by Lark Chadwick of Thompson Falls regarding the star on the tree at the fairgrounds in the lovely light display.

January 5, 2022 midnight

Paradise sewer project scaled down; dispute continues

Snow flies and settles gently on the lawns and roof tops of this quiet Sanders County town, in stark contrast to the simmering tensions still boiling in the background.

March 2, 2022 midnight

CSKT increases recreation fees, closes areas for tribal use only

Skyward recreation pressures have helped spawn a hike in camping and use fees — and a handful of public closures — on Confederated Salish and Kootenai tribal lands.

Superior Town Pump receives 'Most Improved' award
February 20, 2019 1:40 p.m.

Superior Town Pump receives 'Most Improved' award

The Town Pump/Flying J Travel Plaza in Rocker was recently received the prestigious Diamond Dealer Award from Pilot/Flying J. This is the fourth year in a row that the Town Rocker Town Pump/Flying J has received this designation. The Town Pump/Pilot Travel Plaza in Lolo, Montana also received the Diamond Dealer Award. This was the first year the Lolo location received the award.

CFVH Foundation holds benefit tournament
September 3, 2014 2:51 p.m.

CFVH Foundation holds benefit tournament

PLAINS – A group of golfers took some time out of their Labor Day weekends to contribute to the community at the Wild Horse Plains Golf Course.

October 11, 2017 12:51 p.m.

Golf tournament helps pay for local medical needs annual tournament

The Mineral County Medical Foundation hosted their 35th Annual Golf Tournament at the Trestle Creek Golf Course on Sept. 30. There were 11 teams that participated in the Foundation’s largest fundraiser, with players from Mineral County and Missoula.

June 24, 2010 10 a.m.

Choices Counseling now state approved

Choices for Change Counseling (Nancy M. Smith) has been certified as a State Approved Agency by DPHHS, Addictive and Mental Disorders Division. Choices has also been designated by the Mineral County Commissioners to receive 100 percent of the Mineral County earmarked alcohol tax monies for the provision of chemical dependency treatment and prevention services in accordance with MCA 53-24-206.

June 17, 2020 7:03 p.m.

Moving beyond grief and loss

In my work as a mental health professional, I have see many clients dealing with losses of all kinds.

February 12, 2014 1:21 p.m.

Letter to the Editor: Veterans as taxpayers

To the citizens of Sanders County:

February 1, 2017 4 a.m.

Routine traffic stop results in meth bust

A routine traffic stop ended in a drug bust on I-90 on Jan. 23. Mineral County Sheriff Tom Bauer said Sergeant A.J. Allard and Deputy Eric McMurray pulled over a vehicle for speeding near DeBorgia on Monday night. Two men were in the vehicle and there were reportedly indications of drug trafficking.

St. Regis holds townwide celebration for Fourth of July
July 9, 2014 1:13 p.m.

St. Regis holds townwide celebration for Fourth of July

ST. REGIS - Residents from all across Mineral County descended upon St. Regis on Friday to spend  the day celebrating the nation’s independence starting with a parade in the morning and concluding with an hour and a half of fireworks in the park.

June 5, 2013 9:29 a.m.

Column: End of spring sports season leaves a void

There are few things I enjoy more than sports. I love watching all the major professional sports, college sports, tennis, soccer, Olympic events winter and summer, I have even forgiven Tiger and if he is playing well you might even find me watching golf. It is safe to say that I am a fanatic sports fan.

Fighting with heart
August 22, 2012 2:01 p.m.

Fighting with heart

If Josh Wright succeeds in his goal of becoming a mixed martial artist in the UFC it will be his heart that gets him there.

Superior tennis downs Mission
April 19, 2023 midnight

Superior tennis downs Mission

It’s often referred to as Karma.

MIneral County woman moves up in rank
May 13, 2010 3:58 p.m.

MIneral County woman moves up in rank

Based on leadership, accomplishments and achievements in her 15 years of service in the United States Army, Sergeant First Class (SFC) Tomi J. Thompson was selected to join the United States Army Warrant Officer Corps, which comprises less than three percent of the total Army.

Emergency services a challenge in Mineral County
December 14, 2016 1:43 p.m.

Emergency services a challenge in Mineral County

Providing emergency services in small rural areas like Mineral County can be challenging due to the lack of volunteers and other resources needed. However, the Local Emergency Planning Committee, headed by George Gupton, and the LEPC Subcommittee on Communications is aiming to help overcome some of these challenges.

March 19, 2020 10:05 a.m.

Coronavirus hits Montana; governor closes schools

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.

March 10, 2020 7:02 p.m.

Coronavirus hits Montana; governor closes schools

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.