Mineral County Commodity Supplemental Food Program

Like a well-oiled machine, the volunteers make the task of unloading, repackaging and boxing food...

Christmas isn't over yet

The Christmas season is over? No, not entirely. The Eastern Orthodox, the second largest Christian communion in the world, numbering approximately 1,200,000 adherents in the United States, celebrated Christmas on Jan. 7, which is Dec. 25 in the Julian calendar. The Gregorian calendar, the reformed Julian Calendar we use today, was implemented by a Catholic Pope, Pope Gregory XIII, in 1582, but to this date it has not been recognized for religious observances by many Eastern Orthodox Churches around the world.

Top 1 percent St. Regis senior named National Merit semifinalist

In the spring, the National Merit Scholarship Corp. announces the names of approximately 16,000 semifinalists in the National Merit Scholarship Program. These academically talented high school seniors have an opportunity to compete for over 7,500 National Merit Scholarships, worth more than $32 million, which will be offered in the spring of 2018.

Calvert appears for omnibus hearing

THOMPSON FALLS – After numerous attempts to hold Nathan Lee Calvert’s omnibus hearing, Calvert was finally present in the Sanders County Courthouse Tuesday morning.

Commissioners send letter in support of proposed Medicaid expansion

On Thurs., April 4, the Mineral County Commissioners finalized a letter to Representative Pat Ingraham expressing their support for the proposed federal Medicaid expansion.

Highway project proposed south of Superior

The Montana Department of Transport-ation is seeking comments on a proposal to resurface about 5.7 miles of Highway 257 southeast of Superior in Mineral County.

Investigation looks into three human caused fires at "the mouth"

PLAINS – Three human caused fires were extinguished at the popular local swimming spot referred to as “the mouth.”

COLUMN: Eating crow

I’m sure of only one thing….it tastes really sour and I haven’t had a bite yet.

Kvelve’s Comments: A simple solution to world’s troubles

Could it really be that simple?

Fun Run organized for local youth after accident

A month ago tragedy struck the Doble family when their 9-year-old daughter was accidentally shot during a hunting trip.

Alberton seeks city candidates

The deadline is drawing near to file for the open seats on the Alberton Town Council said a post by Glenda Wallace on the Alberton, Montana Community Facebook page. Alberton’s current mayor, Josh Acker is not seeking re-election which also leaves the mayor’s seat open. All of the Council Members seats are up for re-election. “A rare occurrence due to some previous resignations and special elections,” says Wallace.

Charge filed in baby's death

THOMPSON FALLS – A charge has been filed against a father for the deliberate homicide of his three-month old child, after it was determined the child was a victim of Shaken Baby Syndrome.

Property tax rebate claims now open

Eligible Montana homeowners may now claim a property tax rebate.

Plains Trap Club holds turkey shoot

The Plains Trap Club held their annual spring turkey shoot last weekend.  The turkey shoot is a fun, special event open to the public and draws shooters from all over Montana and Idaho.

County to utilize special prosecutor in two poaching cases

Clark Fork girls basketball claims two easy wins

The Clark Fork Lady Mountains Cats had a really good week.

Thompson Falls holds off Plains, 2-1, in Western B-C playoffs

The Thompson Falls Lady Hawks softball team extended its season last Tuesday with a 2-1 win over county rival Plains.

Tigers shift to bi-state arrangement this season

St. Regis coach Jesse Allan was made for coaching.

Sanders County Search and Rescue does so much, but now needs your help

There are many outdoor activities that bring people to Sanders County from hiking to fishing and kayaking to hunting along with so much more. With so many ways to get out into the woods there are equality numerous ways to become, lost, hurt or standard. This is where the members of the Sanders County Search and Rescue (SAR) come in. They are a professionally trained group of volunteers that come from all walks of life to ensure the safety of the many who explore the county.

Erin Rodrigue was arrested on federal firearms violations after appearing in the Mineral County Courthouse for hunting violations.

Officials surprise convicted poacher with arrest for alleged firearms violations