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G.B. Shaw comedy hits the stage in Superior
George Bernard Shaw’s Comedy “You Never Can Tell” came to the stage at the Mineral County Fairgrounds on Wednesday evening. Jim Goss with the Mineral County Performing Arts said they were worried about holding the event outside because of the smoke from area wildfires. However, when show time came at 6 p.m., the afternoon breeze had cleared the air and people brought lawn chairs, blankets and sat on bleachers to enjoy the show.

Billon-dollar rocket saved thanks to Superior alum
A searing heat pounded down on a fire crew as winds pulled flames 70 feet into the air and caused an archway over the road above them. Power lines burst overhead in the rising flames. In the distance they heard explosions and saw trees blow up as unexploded ordnance, or UXO’s, ignited from the fire. On an air force launchpad located 800 yards away sat an Atlas Five rocket carrying a Google Satellite worth nearly $1 billion.

Sunrise Fire grows to 25,000 acres
Blaze reaches Trout Creek

Plains School, teachers, sports teams gearing up new year
A good school is like a good team it comes down to communication and the same end goal.
Talent show wows crowd during fair
A talent show was held during the Mineral County Fair where five brave contestants wowed crowds with performances. On Saturday, Aug. 5, Gordon Henrick announced the acts. There were several age groups and first, second and third prize was awarded in each age group.

Bikes, fishing poles big hit at county fair
Kids of all ages gathered in anticipation for their number to be called during this year’s Living Water Bible Study Group bike raffle. It was held on Saturday, Aug. 5, during the Mineral County Fair at 3 p.m.
Recycling program is back in Sanders County
Since being reinstated, the Sanders County recycling baler has been working hard to keep the community more environmentally friendly.
Court decision gives hope to proposed Hecla Mines
May 30, 2017 saw the District Court in Missoula rule in line of conservation groups to put a hold on the proposed Hecla Mines in Sanders and Lincoln Counties.

'Flat Broke Fair' parade hits town
The Mineral County Fair Parade began promptly at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 5 on River Street in Superior. Floats, horse riders and cars crossed the bridge into town waving to the crowd and throwing candy to kids. The theme this year was “Flat Broke Fair” and the theme was the result of a shaky start this year’s fair board experienced. The budget was tight going into this year’s fair, explained the fair board secretary, Deb Davis-Quitt. However, thanks to some fundraising efforts and a $1,500 grant from Blackfoot Telephone the fair went on without a hitch.

Locals come together to help woman with rare illness
How do you explain to someone that you have a depilating disease that they cannot see, but it is the reason why you can’t stand up to shake their hand? One local Plains woman could come close to explaining just how close to the truth that scenario is.

Locals advised to be drug aware in their community
Drug Awareness within the local community is one area that needs attention. Sanders County Undersheriff Lanny Hensley is passionate about ensuring everyone knows just how it can really effect locals and their families.
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Montana Governor Steve Bullock issued an official state of emergency on Sunday, July 23, 2017.
Symes Hot Springs Hotel hosts annual Blues Festival
The eighth-annual Symes Hot Springs Blues Festival this weekend brought new names, but that still had the same great Blues music locals and tourists have come to love.

Superior voters asked to fund new school facilities
Superior School is hoping voters will pass a levy on Sept. 28 to construct an addition to the current high school.

Weekend CASA fundraiser a hit in Plains
Plains residents came out Saturday night to enjoy each other’s company at the CASA Fundraiser at Plains Pool Park.

Local artists wow with Paradise gallery show
What happens when a historical school closes down after nearly a century of nurturing students aspirations and dreams? Well, in the case of the Paradise School, it is now being turned into an Art Gallery, Information Centre and stop for travelling tourists and locals to enjoy.
Sanders County Sheriffs Report
The following incidents are from the Sanders County Sheriffs official report
Flora Erotica opens at Hot Springs Gallery
The latest show for the On the Wall Gallery debuted July 7 with the opening of Flora Erotica.

Thompson Falls hosts 27th annual Chicken Jamboree
The annual Chicken Jamboree at Thompson Falls was once again a hit with the local community.
Sanders County Sheriff's Report
The following incidents are from the Sanders County Sheriffs official report