Sanders County Expo to hit Plains

SANDERS COUNTY – Members of local businesses, services and clubs will flock to the Plains High School gym by the dozens this weekend to display all they have to offer the people of Sanders County.

New business ready to hit the waters of Sanders County

PLAINS – A new business focusing on the outdoor activities offered by the rivers of Sanders County has come to Plains, looking to cater to both residents and tourists passing through the region.  

Bear season starts slow

Plains Softball bounces back from Ronan with doubleheader

An update from Senator Fielder

Tragedy and Public Service: When tragedy struck the Legard family of Plains this past weekend, many hearts were broken, including my own. In the face of losing his dear wife and two grandchildren, Pat managed to speak only of goodness. He told me, “Despite all that has happened, I am blessed.”

Elementary school fun run takes off in Thompson Falls

THOMPSON FALLS – As the gun went off with a bang, the young kids of Thompson Falls also took off with a bang during the annual Elementary School Fun Run.

Northwest Indian Bible School's tacos a big hit in Alberton

On the south side of the Clark Fork River directly across Interstate 90 from Alberton is a little-known campus that has been in existence since 1969.

Trotters lose to Charlo, bury Troy

Plains turned in one of the Trotters’ best defensive efforts of the season last Friday at Charlo, but had a tough time converting shots in a 40-19 District 14C loss to the Lady Vikes.

Locals come together to help beloved theatre

One of the many things in Plains that odes to a life of many years ago and makes visiting the town feel like walking one is back in time, is its beloved Llano Theatre, which was built more than a cenury ago.

Clark Fork Mountain Cats rally to beat Lincoln, 48-43

There’s no quit in the Clark Fork boys basketball team.

Horsemen finish year undefeated

The Plains Horsemen added two more victories to their undefeated record last week by taking down Troy and Superior.

Little Guys hit mats at Mission

The Superior Little Guys Wrestling Team sent two small teams to a packed St. Ignatius High School gym Friday and Saturday for the two-day Mission Mountain Classic Little Guy Wrestling Tournament.

Hot Springs dealt first regular season loss in three years

Danielle Switalski

Lady Panthers lose three

It was another tough week for the Alberton Lady Panthers volleyball team. They played Arlee on last Tuesday and then played a game against Victor on Saturday.

Panthers return to football field

Football practice got underway for the teams across Mineral County last week. In Alberton, thirteen kids hit the field that will play for the Alberton Panthers this season. Coach Jake Giffin said that while the number of kids is good, he said it is lower.

Little guy wrestlers hit mats

A tow-day summer camp brings the young wreslters back to the mats

Despite loss, Thompson Falls plays well at Bigfork

Matt Unrau

Hot Springs and Noxon battle in rivalry game

Danielle Switalski

Alberton celebrates 28th annual Railroad Day

ALBERTON – The town of Alberton celebrated the 28th annual Railroad Day celebration, a day that celebrates Alberton’s rich railroad past.

Homecoming festivities hit Hot Springs

HOT SPRINGS – Homecoming festivities took hold of the town of Hot Springs and did not let go for several hours on Thursday as the community gathered to support the high school and its athletic programs. Events included a parade, a rally in the park and games between classes on the high school football field.