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Scenic chairlift added at Lookout Pass
July 2, 2020 6:02 p.m.

Scenic chairlift added at Lookout Pass

Lookout Pass Ski and Recreation Area along the Montana and Idaho border has recently added new summer activities to its list of attractions.

Monster trucks coming to Sanders County fairgrounds
June 23, 2020 4:33 p.m.

Monster trucks coming to Sanders County fairgrounds

The Sanders County Fairgrounds will host the ‘No Limits Monster Truck Firecracker Nationals’ Saturday, July 4.

Haskins tags bear on final day of season
June 23, 2020 4:30 p.m.

Haskins tags bear on final day of season

Spring bear season closed last week and Danner Haskins, 17, waited until the end to bag the bruin he wanted.

Fire, HazMat teams respond to semi crash
June 10, 2020 3:47 p.m.

Fire, HazMat teams respond to semi crash

At about 4:30 p.m. Friday afternoon, the eastbound onramp in Superior to Interstate 90 at Exit 47 became blocked when a tractor trailer carrying a variety of materials overturned where many trucks have accidents after a stop to fuel up. “Trimethylbenzene is the most worrisome because it is highly flammable, highly explosive and self-combustible,” said Incident Commander, Steve Temple with the Superior Volunteer Fire Department.

Trail Rail Run: ‘A test of endurance’
June 10, 2020 3:45 p.m.

Trail Rail Run: ‘A test of endurance’

It was a test of endurance for athletes and race coordinators alike during this year’s Trail Rail Run. Although numbers were down and the rain was persistent, the overall emotion of the race was gratefulness.

Car show rocks Mineral County
June 10, 2020 3:44 p.m.

Car show rocks Mineral County

Even with social distancing, cooler temperatures, and entries limited to Montana only, the 21st Old School House Rock Car Show was held and enjoyed by locals and visitors once again.

Hiawatha Bike Trail provides a family challenge
June 10, 2020 3:41 p.m.

Hiawatha Bike Trail provides a family challenge

Midway into the one mile-and-one-half long, cold, pitch-black, and muddy Taft Tunnel it started: My 10-month-old son was not happy.

Virginia (Ginny) Mary Helterline Malm
June 4, 2020 1:21 p.m.

Virginia (Ginny) Mary Helterline Malm

Virginia (Ginny) Mary Helterline Malm passed away May 17, 2020.

May 27, 2020 5:04 p.m.

A mixed bag for Sanders County events

The effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and related concerns have led to many events being cancelled in Sanders County.

Louise Tenney Cochran, 95
May 27, 2020 4:53 p.m.

Louise Tenney Cochran, 95

Louise Cochran passed away peacefully in her sleep at home with her family on May 20, 2020 in Missoula, Montana.

Three candidates running for Senate District 7 seat
May 20, 2020 4:33 p.m.

Three candidates running for Senate District 7 seat

With Montana District 7 State Senator Jenifer Fielder due to term out Jan. 4, 2021, three candidates in Northwest Montana are in the running for the seat.

May 12, 2020 4:56 p.m.

Deputies keep busy in Mineral County

April 15

Plains residents orchestrate own ‘Spartan Race’ runs as scheduled
May 12, 2020 4:46 p.m.

Plains residents orchestrate own ‘Spartan Race’ runs as scheduled

The COVID-19 pandemic may have forced the cancellation of countless events in Montana and across the world, but Plains resident Mike Tatum didn’t let it stop him from putting on an abbreviated version of the famed Spartan Race.

House fire leaves Plains couple hospitalized
May 11, 2020 7:44 p.m.

House fire leaves Plains couple hospitalized

A house fire in Plains Sunday night has left a married couple hospitalized.

April 22, 2020 7:29 p.m.

Denley Loge: An engaged leader

As Montanans adapt to modified daily routines, the COVID-19 pandemic is justifiably front and center. However, the immediate crisis will end, and we need to start thinking about how we rebuild our economy in the aftermath.

April 15, 2020 5:06 p.m.

Mineral County residents share quake recollections

(EDITOR’S NOTE: Reporter Monte Turner spoke with a number of county residents about their feelings on last week’s earthquake in Idaho that shook the ground here in Montana.)

April 15, 2020 5 p.m.

Superior mayor declares state of emergency

Superior Mayor Roni Phillips declared a state of emergency in the town Thursday, April 9, due to the COVID-19 virus.

April 15, 2020 4:58 p.m.

Police log: Cows, crashes and welfare checks

April 1

Candidates for 3-year term on Plains School Board
April 15, 2020 4:53 p.m.

Candidates for 3-year term on Plains School Board

NAME: Rose Wagoner

March 19, 2020 10:06 a.m.

Texas parolee lands in hot water in Hot Springs

A Texas fugitive is facing several felony charges after two separate incidents in Sanders County.