State imposes fishing restrictions in hot, dry weather

The restrictions include what are commonly known as "hoot owl" restrictions, which mean fishing is prohibited from 2 p.m. to midnight each day. Some waters are closed to fishing at all times of day.

New class focuses on foraging in western Montana

Indigenous people knew that the plants and trees were Mother Nature’s pharmacy and there is a trend today to rediscover what is growing in our backyards.

Deputy Hureau takes post as DUI Task Force coordinator

The Mineral County DUI Task Force at a recent special meeting welcomed its new coordinator, Matthew ‘Matt’ Hurteau, who is a patrol deputy with the Mineral County Sheriff’s Office.

Trotters drop two conference games on road trip

After some amazing games and surprising finishes, one thing is clear when it comes to the Western 7B girls basketball conference: the top spot, in fact the top four spots are up for grabs.

Memorial scholarship created in honor of former Valley Press reporter

When he first got to Plains it was no doubt a shock to Ben Granderson.

Noxon girls get 2 more wins; boys top Alberton

The Noxon girls basketball team got a pair of wins this past week, thanks to some solid play against struggling opponents.

Hiawatha Trail opens up

It could be said that mountain biking is a sport founded upon tangible substances, namely, dirt, sweat and the occasional pint of spilt blood. In fact, most beginners find the learning curve to be as steep as the slopes they tumble down.

Gideons celebrate first Bible

Dozens of Superior locals and members of Gideons International gathered in front of the Wells Fargo Bank in Superior Saturday evening for a ceremony commemorating the first set of bibles donated by the group in 1908.

Library board meets

On Thursday, Feb. 16 the Plains Public Library held its monthly board meeting at the library at 7 p.m. Board members present for the meeting included Chairman Andrew Gonzalez, Vice Chairman Lisa Fried de Reyes, Don Stamm, Judy Hawley and Library Director Carrie Terrell.

Questions raised over West End FD equipment

There was contention over what to do with equipment at the West End Fire Department. Current Board President, John Carpenter presented a proposal to the county commissioners on Thursday evening to sell some of the equipment. Board members Tom Anderson and Mark Wasseen were also present at the meeting.

Donations fund Plains Cemetery upgrades

Those in attendance at Tuesday’s Memorial Day service at the Plains Cemetery got to see first-hand they new upgrades to the facility.

Hunter to lead Glacier Chorale for 2014-15 concert season

HOT SPRINGS - The Glacier Symphony and Chorale announces that Micah Hunter who grew up in Hot Springs, will lead the 80-voice Glacier Chorale for its 2014-15 concert season. Hunter is only the third conductor for the 32-year-old symphony organization and he replaces James Stanard, who retired at the end of May.

First Preparedness Day hits far above expectations

PLAINS – Residents from Sanders and Mineral Counties gathered in Plains, Saturday, for a series of presentations during Emergency Preparedness Day.

Flu season comes to county early

MINERAL COUNTY – Flu season seems to have come to Western Montana early this year and the Mineral County Health Department is offering vaccines in an attempt to limit spreading the virus.

Hot Springs comes together for Christmas gift giving

Plains student raises record donations for AHA event

PLAINS - Two weeks of fundraising came to an end as the students of Plains Elementary completed another Jump Rope for Heart Campaign.

Alberton group focuses attention on area youth

ALBERTON - A group of Alberton women stopped by the Mineral County Chamber of Commerce meeting April 16 at the senior center, to explain to attendees why the new group is so important.

No such thing as an early spring

It’s way too early to think about spring.

Sanders County Senior News

Plains School District receives grant for campus expansion

PLAINS – After over 40 years of planning, the Plains School District will finally receive a grant, which will allow them to add an addition onto the school, combining the now two campuses into one general location.