Clark Fork Valley Press | Mineral Independent

September 4, 2014 3:29 p.m.

Group gains support

SUPERIOR – A non-profit group calling itself Open Doors is gaining support for its plan to revitalize parts of Mineral County while some remain cautiously skeptical about the group who has been reluctant to release information about the organization in the past.

September 3, 2014 1:33 p.m.

Cowgirls Kickin' Cancer

Julie White of Hot Springs works on her technique during the rodeo clinic. The clinic has become a staple event for the Chicks n' Chaps event.

August 21, 2014 5:16 p.m.

Court records

Sheriff report week of 8/1 to 8/8

August 21, 2014 5:14 p.m.

A solution in search of a problem

I see that some Montana Legislators are going to be pushing the “Sheriffs First” legislation again this coming January. It must be close to the umptieth time this anti-federal government idea has been brought to the legislature, but it still hasn’t passed, and with good reason; it’s a bad idea and has little to no support from Montana Sheriffs.

August 20, 2014 3:50 p.m.

Thompson Falls chamber meeting introduces Main Street Program

THOMPSON FALLS – The Thompson Falls Chamber of Commerce meeting was packed full of attendants all interested in the town’s involvement in the Montana Main Street Program.

August 12, 2014 3:23 p.m.

Alberton schools undergo repairs

ALBERTON – School officials in Alberton have been busy over the summer making improvements to both the elementary and high school and while the enhancements may go unnoticed by busy students, Superintendent Clay Acker said he hopes the staff will appreciate them.

August 8, 2014 2:33 p.m.

MV Mariners end run at state

LEWISTOWN — The Glacier Twins and Mission Valley Mariners combined for 27 hits and 11 errors in a thrilling nine-inning loser-out baseball game at the Montana/Alberta American Legion State A Tournament on Friday afternoon with Glacier claiming an 11-9 victory to stay in the hunt for a state championship.

July 16, 2014 2:55 p.m.

Fourth quarter Hot Springs Honor Roll

Seventh grade

July 11, 2014 2:17 p.m.

Sheriff's report

Excerpt from the Sanders County Sheriff’s Report week of 6/22 to 6/28.

July 11, 2014 2:16 p.m.

Fourth quarter Dixon honor roll

Fourth grade

June 26, 2014 7:02 p.m.

Chamber Chatter

Ma Nature is playing havoc with our precious 3 month window of opportunity for the tourists. Going-to-the-Sun Road in Glacier National Park STILL isn’t open making it a shorter season than ever for our friends in Hungry Horse, West Glacier and other towns on the fringe of the park. If there is a silver lining in this moisture, it might be that the visitors stay in our neighborhood longer. When you see out of state plates and you’re comfortable talking to strangers (cold-calling, in the sales world), greet them and ask how their vacation here is going! Suggest that they stop at the St. Regis Visitors Center for a plethora of family activities that we have to offer. And if this is outside your comfort zone, just smile, wave and say, “Howdy!” as that will exhibit the charm they know Montanans have.

June 26, 2014 6:58 p.m.

An update from Rep. Ingraham

With the 4th of July just around the bend, many of us will celebrate the day by hosting or attending a picnic or barbecue, enjoying a display of fireworks, watching as a parade goes by, camping with family and friends, displaying our decorations of red, white and blue and proudly displaying our American Flag in honor of the day.

June 19, 2014 3:42 p.m.

An update from Representative Ingraham

We will all had another opportunity to celebrate Father’s Day on June 15th. Father’s Day is a celebration honoring fathers and celebrating fatherhood, paternal bonds and the influence of fathers in society.

June 19, 2014 3:31 p.m.

Lunch in the Lot aims to end cancer

SUPERIOR – The Mineral County Relay for Life teams will band together to bring lunch and refreshments to the community with one overriding goal in mind: to find a cure for cancer.

June 19, 2014 2:58 p.m.

Mineral County prepares for centennial celebration

MINERAL COUNTY - It is less than three months until the centennial of the formation of present Mineral County. On August 6, 1914 we were officially separated from Missoula County.

June 6, 2014 4:19 p.m.

Last classes of 2014 graduate

SANDERS COUNTY – The final classes of 2014 were presented their diplomas on Sunday, opening a new chapter and milestone in their lives.

June 5, 2014 4:28 p.m.

Obituary; Donald Parkin

Donald Parkin passed away at his home outside of Superior, Montana on May 25th. Don was born August 26th 1934 on Iron Mountain in Superior, Montana at his Grandma Bennett’s house. The only child of Kenneth & Jane (Bennett) Parkin he attended elementary and high school in Superior, Montana. During high school he worked for local businessman Wally Schneider. Don’s work ethic allowed him to have one of the first automobiles in his high school class which made him a popular friend if you had gas money which Romie Doyle and Ray Bennett will attest to. In 1952, Don joined the Navy. He spent 3 years touring the South Pacific on the USS McKinley after which he returned to Superior. Don had a love for all things associated with the military especially aircraft. In 1955, he married Sylvia Schierding and shortly thereafter went to work at Diamond Match Sawmill where he worked as a mechanic for 27 years. They had two children Valerie and Wade. Don cared deeply for his children and grandchildren. He served many years as a volunteer fireman and volunteered on the ambulance. Don was an entrepreneur, he had his own dump trucks, had a fabrication shop and at the same time maintained the school buses for many years. He had a deep affection for the outdoors and spent many of days traveling the hills of western Montana in his Kubota. There wasn’t a vehicle he could not fix, a piece of metal he could not weld or a task that was too big for him to complete. He built his dream house on the Clark Fork River where he resided for several years. Don loved to travel and during retirement he visited many of the world’s greatest historical sites with his good friend Kathy Jasper. Don likened himself as a historian of Mineral County as he had a knack for remembering names and faces. If you had an old picture or were trying to remember someone’s name he could usually provide you with the information you sought, plus he would add his own take and opinion free of charge. The last few years Don enjoyed travelling with his life companion Elaine White. Don will be dearly missed by his friends and family. Don is survived by his son Wade and his wife (Sue) Parkin of St Maries, ID, daughter Valerie Parkin of Billings, MT, grandchildren Mike and Kenneth Dewey of Billings, MT and his “guiding light” Elaine White of Superior. Graveside services will be held June 7th at 1 PM with a reception and potluck following at his home. In lieu of flowers, we request that donations be made in Don’s honor to Mineral County Museum and Historical Society or to the charity of donor’s choice.

June 3, 2014 1:45 p.m.

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