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Plains Public Library hosts free crafts day
February 22, 2017 4 a.m.

Plains Public Library hosts free crafts day

On Wednesday, Feb. 15 the Plains Public Library held a free crafts event that was open to adults and children from 4:30 to 5 p.m. There were six children and one adult working on creating a Beaded Heart Shaped Keychain, a bracelet, or a small box to hold toy cars.

February 22, 2017 4 a.m.

Sanders County Sheriff Log | Feb. 12-18

Feb. 12

47 traffic accidents reported as severe weather hits
February 15, 2017 3:09 p.m.

47 traffic accidents reported as severe weather hits

Icy, snow-covered roads caused a number of the accidents earlier in the week, while melting snow and slush compounded driving conditions toward the latter part of the week. In total, 47 incidents were reported by the Montana Highway Patrol in Mineral County and near Frenchtown, between Feb. 6 and Feb. 11.

Plains Elementary begins 'I Love To Read' month
February 8, 2017 4 a.m.

Plains Elementary begins 'I Love To Read' month

The Plains Elementary began I Love to Read month on Friday, Feb. 3. The first activity was a visit by Goldilocks (Elementary Counselor Molly Tingley) and the Three Bears (High School Counselor Tyrell Allen was Momma Bear, Elementary Principal Jim Holland was Pappa Bear, and High School Principal Kevin Meredith as Baby Bear). Their first stop was the kindergarten class, where Goldilocks asked students, “Are there any readers here?” Many of the students raised their hands very high enthusiastically as Momma Bear and Baby Bear held books in their hands. The first, second, third and fourth grades were also visited that morning by Goldilocks and the Three Bears.

Snowfall blankets Northwest Montana n Severe driving conditions, accidents, school closures reported throughout region
February 7, 2017 2:36 p.m.

Snowfall blankets Northwest Montana n Severe driving conditions, accidents, school closures reported throughout region

A severe winter storm caused havoc in Western Montana oon Monday, but the impact was widely varied.

The other sign of winter: Flu hitting hard this year
February 7, 2017 2:36 p.m.

The other sign of winter: Flu hitting hard this year

The flu has hit hard this year with 3,318 cases and 369 hospitalizations reported so far across Montana. Six deaths have also been reported, with adults over age of 65 hit the hardest. In February, flu season is still going strong, with 781 cases reported last week, according to the Montana Department of Health and Human Services.

February 1, 2017 4 a.m.

Sanders County Sheriff's log for Jan. 22-27

Jan. 22

January 25, 2017 4 a.m.

Man rescued from Clark Fork River

A Superior resident was pulled from the Clark Fork River on Friday evening, and was near death before being rescued. What started as a typical afternoon of fishing ended in near-tragedy after Jeramy Wilson, 40, went fishing near his home located northwest of town.

'TAKING FLIGHT' Plains singer-songwriter's music soars
January 25, 2017 4 a.m.

'TAKING FLIGHT' Plains singer-songwriter's music soars

Polly Cavill is a woman you will not soon forget after you have met her the very first time. She has an infectious big smile and an amazing energetic and calming presence. She may be singing, dancing, smiling or possibly doing them all when you meet her.

January 25, 2017 4 a.m.

Sanders County Sheriff's Office call log

Jan. 16

Man rescued from Clark Fork River near Superior
January 24, 2017 2:59 p.m.

Man rescued from Clark Fork River near Superior

A Superior resident was pulled from the Clark Fork River Friday evening, and was near death before being rescued. What started as a typical afternoon of fishing, ended in near-tragedy, after Jeramy Wilson, 40, went fishing near his home located northwest of town.

January 24, 2017 2:57 p.m.

Community Notes

From “The Thing About Jellyfish” to “Call of the Osprey”; from “The Bear and the Piano” to “Feathers: Not Just For Flying” — these are just a few of the new children’s books available at the Mineral County Library thanks to a Children’s Book Project grant award from the Pilcrow Foundation.

January 18, 2017 4 a.m.

Sanders County Sheriff's Log for Jan. 1-14

A fight was reported east of the Courthouse in Thompson Falls.

January 11, 2017 4 a.m.

Plains rolls past St. Regis

PLAINS — This game was fierce down to the final seconds, with Plains grabbing a 45-43 win over St. Regis in the final 50 seconds of the game.

January 10, 2017 3:46 p.m.

Man who killed stepmother to be paroled from prison

A man convicted along with his father of bludgeoning and suffocating his stepmother to death in De Borgia on Nov. 28, 1995, has been approved for parole from his 60-year prison sentence.

First half of year included Jake Ryan's capture, Plains' state track title
January 4, 2017 4 a.m.

First half of year included Jake Ryan's capture, Plains' state track title

A look back at the stories, people and events who shaped life in Sanders County from January through June 2016. Part two of this series will be published in the Jan. 11 edition.

December 29, 2016 8:19 p.m.

Louisiana man died in one-car crash on Montana 200

A 58-year-old Louisiana man died in a one-car accident on Montana 200 at mile marker 80 on Friday, Dec. 23, at 9:28 p.m., the Montana Highway Patrol reported.

December 28, 2016 4 a.m.

Hunter hit with costly penalties after mishap

Jeff Fleming wishes he could take back the most expensive three seconds of his life.

Annual high school event challenges students
December 28, 2016 4 a.m.

Annual high school event challenges students

On Dec. 21, students of Plains Junior High and Plains High School participated in “Brain Bash,” an annual competitive event.

Arctic blast brings record breaking cold to Montana
December 21, 2016 11:50 a.m.

Arctic blast brings record breaking cold to Montana

Baby its cold outside, as an arctic blast hit the Rocky Mountains on Friday, bringing sub-zero temperatures and hazardous driving conditions to the area. This was after several inches of snow covered the valley on Thursday morning.