A fight for property, liberty and burial rights

Veteran Renn Bodecker, 90, continues a fight with the courts to keep what he believes is rightfully his. Not only is he fighting for his property but he is also battling to be buried next to his wife, a right that may be stripped from him.

Blow smoke somewhere else

All I have been hearing these days is how bad the economy is and how the political runners are going to change it. Yet I get these big cards in the mail (all the time) wanting me to vote for this person and that person. How many of us really read these giant postcards! I wonder how many thousands of dollars goes into taking the pictures that appear on them,printing them and mass mailing them. How many kids could have been sent to college with that money? Most of us already know who we are going to vote for. I hear Oprah spouting off about how terrible it is to be paying for the war we are in. Yet she and others totally endorsed Obama, Clinton or McCain,with no problem on the MILLIONS they each spent on the campaigns! It was reported that in January and February of this year Obama and Clinton raise $52 million dollars for their campains not a cent was spent on anything but giant postcards — TV ad after TV ad telling us nothing new — and air flight to there and here — and a fancy scarf or two or a tie that had the right look for the right state. If anything we should be shouting to those that are running for office — “why don’t you make a change while you are in the running?” I know, how about this: the one to get his or her platform accross the cheapest wins a chance to spend the money that they saved on someone who needs it. Believe me there is nothing that feels better then to know you have just blessed someone.

Holiday has huge impact on landfills and environment

The holidays are over and all the Christmas packages have been unwrapped and most people have taken down the tree and packed up their decorations for next year. Looking back at the 2017 season, what is the total impact on utility bills, the economy and local landfills?

Methadone causes concern for community

On May 12th, 2014, parents and law enforcement officials gathered at the local school board meeting to express their frustrations over drug abuse in our local schools. Many of us consider drug abuse to be an activity for teenagers and young adults historically. Now we are faced with a new reality – drugs are abused by children in our community in their pre-teen years.

A humble beginning turns into something larger

Last week, 15 chocolate lab puppies and 15 older labs were coated in feces and urine, in need of water and warmth. Today, they are in a giving, caring facility that is treating them for ailments and searching for the right owner who will give them the attention they need.

Superior man reunites with family

SUPERIOR – After almost 80 years, a Superior resident was finally reunited with his birth family.

Plains declares declaration of local disaster emergency

As concerns mount over COVID-19, Plains Mayor Dan Rowan issued a declaration of a state of local disaster emergency Tuesday, March 24.

Dixon Melon Day canceled

DIXON – This year the sweet smells of melons will no longer line the streets of Dixon for the annual Dixon Melon Day celebration.

Nature photography basic tips and tricks

When living in a such a beautiful place as Northwestern Montana it is hard to resist the urge to try to take some of it with you to show your friends.

Sheep Gap Fire threatens homes near Plains

The afternoon of August 28th a lightening storm that passed through the Plains and Thompson Falls area’s ignited approximately 20 fires. One fire being the Sheep Gap blaze that is still un-contained by firefighters at time of print.

Pioneer Council adds two vans to transport fleet

The Mineral County Pioneer Council has been helping its residents get to and from medical appointments and it recently added two new vehicles to its fleet.

Food for Thought: Why am I so anxious?

All of us know what it is like to feel worry, nervousness, fear, and concern.

Preschool Fundraiser rallies community

PLAINS- The Little Star Pre-School held their annual Pumpkin Patch fundraiser Saturday on the greenway in Plains.

New twist for fair favorite

The Lions Club has announced a new set of rules for their 2011 demolition derby to be held during the Sanders County Fair next fall. The rules were approved to improve driver safety, increase parody between competing cars, and improve viewer satisfaction during the event.

Horsemen football returns with corral full of talent

Mike Tatum is back at the helm.

Hot Springs remains undefeated in conference

Danielle Switalski

Be Safe This New Year - Don't Drink and Drive

We all know it happens. People test themselves after drinking to see if they’re able to walk a straight line or say the alphabet backward. Truth is, if you’re at the point where you’re testing yourself or a friend to see if you’re impaired, you likely are. That’s why planning a ride before you start drinking is so important.

Health concerns related to the Flat Creek-Iron Mountain Mine

The true meaning of Memorial Day

This past weekend was Memorial weekend. I watched and listened to so many different people talk about the plans they had for the long weekend. It has become a recreational holiday for most.

Drew Hanson to lead chamber of commerce resurrection

A chamber of commerce is a nonprofit association of businesses organized to promote and protect the interests of its membership.